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VIDEO: Red Lighting Effect Added to Graveyard Hearse in The Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom

April 24, 2023

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Lisa loves theme parks, black coffee, and her two Sphynx cats, Jareth and Figment. She believes the best day includes a trip around World Showcase during the EPCOT International Food & Wine festival! Her favorite attractions are Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and "it's a small world." She can be reached at lisa.stump@wdwnt.com.

A red lighting effect has been activated in the hearse within the graveyard scene at The Haunted Mansion attraction in Magic Kingdom. A similar effect was already in place at Tokyo Disneyland and Disneyland park. Red Light Effect A haunting red light has been added to the carriage hearse’s interior within the graveyard scene in … Read more

10 Years Ago, BuzzFeed’s Founder Turned Down $650 Million Offer From Disney CEO Bob Iger

April 24, 2023

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Lisa Stump

Lisa loves theme parks, black coffee, and her two Sphynx cats, Jareth and Figment. She believes the best day includes a trip around World Showcase during the EPCOT International Food & Wine festival! Her favorite attractions are Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and "it's a small world." She can be reached at lisa.stump@wdwnt.com.

BuzzFeed’s founder Jonah Peretti reportedly turned down Bob Iger’s $650 million offer to purchase the company ten years prior. Now, the once mega-successful company faces removing their news division completely, laying off 15% of its staff. Buzzfeed Declined Disney Deal Bob Iger, pictured left, is the current CEO of The Walt Disney Company. Jonah Peretti, … Read more

Carrie Fisher to Receive Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame on May the 4th

April 24, 2023

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Lisa Stump

Lisa loves theme parks, black coffee, and her two Sphynx cats, Jareth and Figment. She believes the best day includes a trip around World Showcase during the EPCOT International Food & Wine festival! Her favorite attractions are Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and "it's a small world." She can be reached at lisa.stump@wdwnt.com.

Carrie Fisher will receive a posthumous star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame on Star Wars Day, May the 4th at 11:30 a.m. PT. Carrie Fisher to Receive Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Actress Carrie Fisher, famous for several roles but especially well known for playing Princess Leia in the “Star Wars” franchise, will be … Read more

Universal Orlando Annual Passholder ‘Bounceback’ Deal Now Available on Qualifying Merchandise Purchases

April 24, 2023

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Lisa Stump

Lisa loves theme parks, black coffee, and her two Sphynx cats, Jareth and Figment. She believes the best day includes a trip around World Showcase during the EPCOT International Food & Wine festival! Her favorite attractions are Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and "it's a small world." She can be reached at lisa.stump@wdwnt.com.

From April 22 through July 15, Universal Orlando Annual Passholders who spend over $75 in a single transaction will receive a $20 digital coupon available for use starting the next day on purchases over $50. If the passholder spends over $150, a $50 coupon will be granted instead, for use on a purchase of over … Read more

DeSantis Appointed Board Declares Reasons for Nullifying Disney’s Last Development Agreement with Reedy Creek

April 24, 2023

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Lisa Stump

Lisa loves theme parks, black coffee, and her two Sphynx cats, Jareth and Figment. She believes the best day includes a trip around World Showcase during the EPCOT International Food & Wine festival! Her favorite attractions are Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and "it's a small world." She can be reached at lisa.stump@wdwnt.com.

The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board has released a document outlining the reasons why they plan to declare Disney’s final development agreement with Reedy Creek null and void. Board Declares Reasons for Nullifying Agreement The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board, formerly known as the Reedy Creek Improvement District, will meet on Wednesday to … Read more

PHOTOS: 50th Anniversary Mary Blair Banners Removed, Old Designs Restored at Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom

April 24, 2023

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Lisa Stump

Lisa loves theme parks, black coffee, and her two Sphynx cats, Jareth and Figment. She believes the best day includes a trip around World Showcase during the EPCOT International Food & Wine festival! Her favorite attractions are Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and "it's a small world." She can be reached at lisa.stump@wdwnt.com.

We recently saw the 50th Anniversary Celebration banners were removed and replaced on Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom. Let’s take a closer look at the replacement decorations. New Banners at Cinderella Castle During our visit to Magic Kingdom, we observed that the banners featuring Mary Blair’s concept art from the “Cinderella” movie have been taken … Read more

Disney Begins Second Wave of Layoffs, Aiming For 4,000 by Thursday

April 24, 2023

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Lisa Stump

Lisa loves theme parks, black coffee, and her two Sphynx cats, Jareth and Figment. She believes the best day includes a trip around World Showcase during the EPCOT International Food & Wine festival! Her favorite attractions are Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and "it's a small world." She can be reached at lisa.stump@wdwnt.com.

Disney is initiating the second and largest wave of previously planned layoffs today and expects to reach 4,000 of its projected 7,000 staff cuts by Thursday of this week. Second Wave of Layoffs at Disney The Walt Disney Company plans to release roughly 4,000 of the 7,000 planned layoffs for this second round by this … Read more

New Joey Chou Loungefly Now Available at Walt Disney World

April 23, 2023

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Lisa Stump

Lisa loves theme parks, black coffee, and her two Sphynx cats, Jareth and Figment. She believes the best day includes a trip around World Showcase during the EPCOT International Food & Wine festival! Her favorite attractions are Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and "it's a small world." She can be reached at lisa.stump@wdwnt.com.

We found a Joey Chou Loungefly at World of Disney in Disney Springs. Previously only available at Disneyland Resort, guests visiting Walt Disney World may now find this mini-backpack featuring iconic Disney imagery. Joey Chou Loungefly – $88 We previously saw this Loungefly drop at Disneyland Resort as part of the Joey Chou Collection. Now … Read more

PHOTOS: New ‘Encanto’ Loungefly Mini-Backpack Arrives at Disney Springs

April 22, 2023

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Lisa Stump

Lisa loves theme parks, black coffee, and her two Sphynx cats, Jareth and Figment. She believes the best day includes a trip around World Showcase during the EPCOT International Food & Wine festival! Her favorite attractions are Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and "it's a small world." She can be reached at lisa.stump@wdwnt.com.

We spied a new “Encanto” themed Loungefly mini-backpack at World of Disney in Disney Springs. This bag is also currently available on shopDisney. ‘Encanto’ Loungefly Mini-Backpack – $88 You may feel like you can handle every family burden when sporting this new, deep eggplant Loungefly mini-backpack. It features Luisa leaping through a field of embroidered flowers … Read more

Two New Halfway to Halloween Treats Now Available at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

April 21, 2023

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Lisa Stump

Lisa loves theme parks, black coffee, and her two Sphynx cats, Jareth and Figment. She believes the best day includes a trip around World Showcase during the EPCOT International Food & Wine festival! Her favorite attractions are Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and "it's a small world." She can be reached at lisa.stump@wdwnt.com.

We spotted two Halloween time treat favorites return from the grave for Disney’s Halfway to Halloween celebration. We found these in Gasparilla Island Grill at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Bewitching Minnie Mouse Cupcake – $6.49 This chocolate cupcake is filled with cookies and cream and topped with chocolate ganache, a Minnie Mouse chocolate … Read more

PHOTOS: More 50th Anniversary Decorations Removed From Cinderella Castle

April 21, 2023

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Lisa Stump

Lisa loves theme parks, black coffee, and her two Sphynx cats, Jareth and Figment. She believes the best day includes a trip around World Showcase during the EPCOT International Food & Wine festival! Her favorite attractions are Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and "it's a small world." She can be reached at lisa.stump@wdwnt.com.

We saw that some of the bunting for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration on Cinderella Castle has been removed. Let’s take a closer look at the changes. Bunting Removed From Cinderella Castle Today we noticed that a portion of the bunting has been removed from Cinderella Castle. The moat is still drained to facilitate … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Progresses on Entrance Pavilion at Universal Studios Florida

April 21, 2023

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Lisa Stump

Lisa loves theme parks, black coffee, and her two Sphynx cats, Jareth and Figment. She believes the best day includes a trip around World Showcase during the EPCOT International Food & Wine festival! Her favorite attractions are Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and "it's a small world." She can be reached at lisa.stump@wdwnt.com.

The right entrance pavilion at Universal Studios Florida has been undergoing construction recently. Today we saw new shingles are being added as work progresses and nears completion. Let’s take a closer look at the changes. Shingles Added to Entrance Pavilion at Universal Studios Florida We spotted significant progress to the awning as we approached the … Read more

New Disney Vacation Club Theme Song ‘Where We Belong (Welcome Home)’ Available for Streaming

April 21, 2023

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Lisa Stump

Lisa loves theme parks, black coffee, and her two Sphynx cats, Jareth and Figment. She believes the best day includes a trip around World Showcase during the EPCOT International Food & Wine festival! Her favorite attractions are Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and "it's a small world." She can be reached at lisa.stump@wdwnt.com.

Disney has released a special ballad dedicated to Disney Vacation Club Members, inspired by the families they “welcome home year after year.” Song Dedicated to Disney Vacation Club Members “Where We Belong (Welcome Home)” was created by Disney to encapsulate the feeling of being a Disney Vacation Club Member. Take a listen using the video … Read more

Windows Covered at Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen in Downtown Disney District

April 21, 2023

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Lisa Stump

Lisa loves theme parks, black coffee, and her two Sphynx cats, Jareth and Figment. She believes the best day includes a trip around World Showcase during the EPCOT International Food & Wine festival! Her favorite attractions are Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and "it's a small world." She can be reached at lisa.stump@wdwnt.com.

Decorative paneling has been installed over several windows at Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen in Downtown Disney District. This is the most recent change to the restaurant’s exterior as the location undergoes extensive refurbishment. Windows Covered at Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen Last week, we reported new signage was installed on the restaurant. Now, additional panels have … Read more

Full List of Offerings for 25th Anniversary Celebration of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Including Special Early Morning Ceremony

April 21, 2023

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Lisa Stump

Lisa loves theme parks, black coffee, and her two Sphynx cats, Jareth and Figment. She believes the best day includes a trip around World Showcase during the EPCOT International Food & Wine festival! Her favorite attractions are Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and "it's a small world." She can be reached at lisa.stump@wdwnt.com.

We’ve compiled a full list of everything that’s been announced to be available at tomorrow’s special Earth Day and 25th Anniversary Celebration at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. 25th Anniversary Ceremony Guests who arrive at Disney’s Animal Kingdom early enough tomorrow will be treated to a special ceremony, taking place at the stage near the Tree of … Read more

PHOTOS: Donald Candy Corn Sipper Now Available at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

April 20, 2023

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Lisa Stump

Lisa loves theme parks, black coffee, and her two Sphynx cats, Jareth and Figment. She believes the best day includes a trip around World Showcase during the EPCOT International Food & Wine festival! Her favorite attractions are Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and "it's a small world." She can be reached at lisa.stump@wdwnt.com.

We found a new location to pick up a Donald Candy Corn Sipper celebrating Halfway to Halloween. This sipper featuring Donald dressed in his candy corn outfit can now be found at the Contempo Café within Disney’s Contemporary Resort at Walt Disney World. Donald Candy Corn Sipper – $13.00 Sample sippers sit atop a counter … Read more

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