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.

FIRST LOOK: New Logo Revealed for Universal’s Epic Universe Theme Park

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Universal has debuted a new logo for the upcoming Epic Universe theme park at Universal Orlando Resort. The new logo contains a different starry backdrop inside the compass. The golden compass has less defined detail and the text is much larger. Another notable change, as compared to the previous logo below, is that it reads … Read more

BREAKING: Bruce Vaughn Returning to Imagineering as Chief Creative Officer

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Bruce Vaughn is returning to Walt Disney Imagineering as Chief Creative Officer effective March 20, according to The Hollywood Reporter. He will work alongside Barbara Bouza, who is the current President of Walt Disney Imagineering. “In Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, we continue to invest in new endeavors that deliver the most compelling experiences, immersing … Read more

BREAKING: Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Cutting Down to Two ‘Voyages’ Per Week This Fall

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Disney has announced that the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser two-night immersive adventure will only operate twice per week starting in October. The change comes after month of disappointing occupancy. The Galactic Starcruiser debuted just over a year ago, and while bookings were at capacity for a while, the current operations had reached a point where … Read more

FIRST LOOK at Details of the TRON Lightcycle / Run Team Green Post-Show at Magic Kingdom

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As excitement is building for the debut of Walt Disney World’s TRON Lightcycle/Run attraction in the Magic Kingdom, Disney has shared a first look at the TRON LIghtcycle / Run Team Green Post-show. As riders make their way through the Hall of Opponents, past winning racers from Team Yellow and Team Red and the intimidating … Read more

BREAKING: Opening Date Announced for The Villas at Disneyland Hotel

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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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Disney has announced an opening date for The Villas at Disneyland Hotel. Starting from September 28, 2023, the new Villas will be available for guests to stay in. The upcoming tower will mark the fourth addition to the AAA Four Diamond-rated Disneyland Hotel, the first hotel at the Disneyland Resort and situated a few steps … Read more

First HHN 2023 Speculation Map for Universal Studios Hollywood, ‘NO LIMIT! Parade’ Featuring Pokémon & Mario Debuts in Japan, Crime Plagues Hotels Near Epic Universe, & More: UPNT Weekly Recap (2/27/23-3/5/23)

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We bring you a lot of stories. 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 Weekly Recap for February 27, 2023 – March 5, 2023. Universal Parks & … Read more

40 Years of Sparks – The Complete History of Journey Into Imagination

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The Journey Into Imagination attraction has gone through many changes since it opened at EPCOT on March 5, 1983. In honor of its 40th anniversary (and the 40th birthday of the lovable dragon Figment), let’s take a look at the history of this beloved attraction and its characters. Development Our story of the imagination ride … Read more

Full Guide Including Every Review for the 2023 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

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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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Now through July 5, 2023, guests visiting Walt Disney World can experience the 2023 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival and we’ve compiled a full guide to everything you can experience! 2023 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival Festival Passport The festival passport shows you where to go around the park and is also where … Read more

Sex Trafficking, Theft, and More: Crime Plagues I-Drive Hotels Steps Away from Universal’s Upcoming Epic Universe Theme Park

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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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In Orlando, no tourist area is poised to get a bigger surge than International Drive where Comcast is constructing a new multi-billion dollar theme park nearby. When Universal’s Epic Universe opens by summer 2025, it will likely send a flood of tourists to be the first to check out Orlando’s first brand new theme park … Read more

REVIEW: Korean Fried Sliders and More Return to Studio Catering Co. for 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

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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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The 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival has begun, and there are many places to try the specialty food and beverages. At Studio Catering Co., two items have returned from last year’s event. Menu for Studio Catering Co. at 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival Food: Beverages: Photos of Menu Items … Read more

REVIEW: Pacific Wharf Café Debuts Grilled Peach Toast and Berries & Cream Bread Pudding for 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

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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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Pacific Wharf Café has debuted two new menu items for the 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival: grilled peach toast and berries & cream bread pudding. Menu for Pacific Wharf Café at 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival Food: Photos of Menu Items at Pacific Wharf Café for 2023 Disney California … Read more

REVIEW: Black Forest Ham Grilled Cheese at Sonoma Terrace for 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

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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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The 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival is underway, and Sonoma Terrace is serving a Black Forest Ham Grilled Cheese sandwich. You can also purchase souvenir Food & Wine Corkcicle stemless flutes here. Menu for at 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival Food: Souvenirs: Photos of Menu Items at for 2023 … Read more

REVIEW: Strawberry Horchata and Mango Margarita Return to Cocina Cucamonga for 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

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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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For the 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival, Cocina Cucamonga is once again offering the Strawberry Horchata and the seasonal Mango Margarita. Menu for Cocina Cucamonga at 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival Beverages: Photos of Menu Items at Cocina Cucamonga for 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival Strawberry … Read more

REVIEW: Willie’s Churros Features a Pineapple-Coconut Churro for the 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

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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 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival has three new churros available. At Willie’s Churros on Buena Vista Street, you can find the Pineapple-Coconut Churro. So naturally, we stopped by for a try! Menu for Willie’s Churros at 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival Food: Photos of Menu Items at Willie’s … Read more

REVIEW: ‘Like a Lemon-Raspberry Pie’ Churro Debuts at Terran Treats for 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

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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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Avengers Campus is joining in on the 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival with the new Like a Lemon-Raspberry Pie Churro at Terran Treats. Menu for Terran Treats at 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival Food: Photos of Menu Items at Terran Treats for 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine … Read more

REVIEW: Cookies & Cream Donuts and More Return to Lamplight Lounge for 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

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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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The cookies & cream donuts have returned, alongside more items like the festival cocktail, at Lamplight Lounge for the 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. Menu for Lamplight Lounge at 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival Food: Beverages: A ribeye-for-two package paired with a specially selected glass of wine and Cookies … Read more

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