Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

BREAKING: Disney Cruise Line Expanding to Southeast Asia, Bringing 7th Ship to Singapore

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Disney Cruise Line has announced a new departure port out of Singapore for the upcoming 7th ship in the fleet. Read the official release below: “Disney Cruise Line and Singapore Tourism Board today announced magical cruise vacations to Southeast Asia for the first time, revealed by Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro and … Read more

RUMOR: Main Street Electrical Parade Returning to Walt Disney World, Paint the Night Returns at Disneyland in 2024

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Both Disneyland and Walt Disney World guests may see the return of fan-favorite nighttime parades. Sources indicate that the Main Street Electrical Parade will return to Walt Disney World, while the Paint the Night parade will return to Disneyland Resort. It is assumed that the Main Street Electrical Parade will return to Disneyland this summer … Read more

Disney’s ‘Metaverse’ Reportedly Canceled as Next Generation Storytelling Department Cut in Layoffs

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It seems Disney will no longer pursue a “Metaverse” as the entire department has been laid off. The company began the first in a series of 7,000 layoffs yesterday, and the Wall Street Journal reports the Next Generation Storytelling department of 50 employees has been cut. Next Generation Storytelling The department, championed by former CEO … Read more

CONFIRMED: Splash Mountain at Disneyland to Close Forever in May 2023

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UPDATE: Disneyland Resort is unwilling to confirm the date that was released to the OC Register and is stating there is no current date set for the closure of the attraction. Rumors first reported on WDWNT.com of Splash Mountain’s closure at Disneyland have been confirmed and the ride will cease operation in May 2023, according … Read more

Jonathan Majors Arrested on Assault Charges, Orlando International Airport Expects Record-Breaking Weekend, New Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Merchandise, & MORE: Daily Recap (3/25/23)

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Saturday, March 25, 2023. Walt Disney World EPCOT … Read more

REVIEW: Trying Every Item at the New Roundup Rodeo BBQ in Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Just shy of four years after it was announced, Roundup Rodeo BBQ has opened in Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Infamous for its lack of seating and shade, the new restaurant fills several needs in the land. So naturally we headed down today on opening day to see how the barbecue fared! Roundup … Read more

REVIEW: ‘Digital’ Dumplings, Desserts, and Drinks at Energy Bytes, The TRON Snack Stand at Magic Kingdom

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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TRON Lightcycle / Run soft opened today to all guests (assuming you can get a virtual queue boarding group or purchase Individual Lightning Lane, as the ride does not have a standby queue). Though not previously announced, the nearby themed snack stand — Energy Bytes — opened as well, so we stopped by to sample … Read more

Hyperspace Mountain Returning to Disneyland in May

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Right in time for May the Fourth and Disneyland After Dark: “Star Wars” Nite, Hyperspace Mountain is returning to Disneyland this May. Hyperspace Mountain Returning to Disneyland From May 1 through June 4, Space Mountain will receive its seasonal “Star Wars”-themed overlay. The ride experience features iconic music by John Williams. The overlay was created … Read more

Full List of 2023 Easter Treats at Disneyland Resort

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Spring has sprung, and Disneyland has released the full list of seasonal food and beverage coming to the resort for Easter 2023. Disneyland Park Easter Treats Candy Palace and Candy Kitchen and Pooh Corner (Available through April 9)  Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe (Available through April 9; mobile order available)  Disney California Adventure Park Easter Treats Smokejumpers Grill (Available through … Read more

Full Guide to 2023 Easter Treats at Walt Disney World Resort

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Happy first day of spring! We’re hopping closer to Easter 2023, and Walt Disney World has released a full list of the seasonal treats available. Walt Disney World Resort Hotels Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort, Disney’s All-Star Music Resort, and Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort  World Premiere Food Court, Intermission Food Court, and End Zone Food Court (Available … Read more

PHOTOS: TRON Remains Behind Planters, Only Guests With Virtual Queue or Lightning Lane Allowed in Area at Magic Kingdom

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TRON Lightcycle / Run soft opens this morning at 9 a.m. for guests who were able to obtain a Virtual Queue boarding group or Individual Lightning Lane access. Cast Members and a wall of planters are in place to keep guests out who don’t have a return time. Cast Members in their TRON costumes are … Read more

UPDATE: Individual Lightning Lane Sold Out for First Day of TRON Lightcycle Run Soft Opening at Magic Kingdom

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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TRON Lightcycle / Run will soft open to all guests at 9 a.m. this morning, but the only way to ride is by securing a Virtual Queue boarding group or purchasing Individual Lightning Lane. As of 7:25 a.m., all Individual Lightning Lane spots have been booked. It was priced at $20 per person. The first … Read more

TRON Lightcycle / Run Soft Opens With High (But Not Highest) Individual Lightning Lane Price at Magic Kingdom

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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TRON Lightcycle / Run began its soft open today, meaning the ride is welcoming guests for technical rehearsals. Guests are able to ride if they get a Virtual Queue boarding group or purchase Individual Lightning Lane access. Unsurprisingly, the price of Individual Lightning Lane access for TRON Lightcycle / Run is high, coming in at … Read more

First Round of Virtual Queue Boarding Groups Booked in Less Than 1 Minute for TRON Lightcycle Run Soft Opening at Magic Kingdom

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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The first round of Virtual Queue boarding group distributions was fully booked in less than one minute for the TRON Lightcycle / Run soft opening at Magic Kingdom. At this time, Disney has not announced plans to offer a standby queue. Guests wishing to ride TRON Lightcycle / Run must obtain a complimentary Virtual Queue … Read more

REVIEW: Café Daisy Opens in Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland with Pizza Flop-Overs, Specialty Cold Brr-ew, and Much More

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Mickey’s Toontown has reopened after a year of refurbishment with a lot of changes. And as part of the reimagining, a new snack stand has come to town called Café Daisy. So naturally we stopped in to try everything they have on offer! Café Daisy Café Daisy is located next to Good Boy! Grocers, near … Read more

PHOTOS: Souvenir Slushee Sippers Debut at Reimagined Mickey’s Toontown in Disneyland

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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We’re checking out everything at the reimagined Mickey’s Toontown in Disneyland, including the new souvenir items. Good Boy! Grocers, a snack shop near the CenTOONial Fountain and next door to Café Daisy, has a Souvenir Slushee Sipper. Slushees can be purchased in a disposable cup for $5.49 or in the Souvenir Sipper for $16.99. The … Read more

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