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Governor DeSantis Announces Plans to Issue State Inspections for Walt Disney World Attractions, May Use Adjacent Reedy Creek Land for Prison or Other Public Services

May 1, 2023April 17, 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.

In a press conference today, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced a variety of potential changes coming down the pipeline for Walt Disney World though legal changes via the newly established Central Florida Tourism Oversight Board. DeSantis claimed the “11th hour” agreement created by the Reedy Creek Improvement District was full of “a plethora of legal … Read more

Full Guide to Food and Beverages for Halfway to Halloween Celebration at Walt Disney World

April 20, 2023April 17, 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 announced the list of specialty treats available at Walt Disney World Resort for Halfway to Halloween. Halfway to Halloween Limited-Time Treats We’ve got the full list of specialty treats available in the parks for this Halfway to Halloween celebration. Let’s take a closer look at what’s on offer. Walt Disney World Resort The … Read more

Announcements, Specialty Food, and More Coming to Disney Parks This Week for Halfway to Halloween

April 17, 2023April 17, 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.

Spring has arrived, which means Disney is ready to start the countdown to Halloween. Halfway to Halloween is now officially underway at Disney Parks. Halfway to Halloween Celebration This Week Details have yet to be released, but limited-time specialty food and beverages will be available at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. We also … Read more

DeSantis Will Attempt to Void Disney’s Property Rights Declaration, Add State Inspections of Monorails and Rides

April 17, 2023April 17, 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.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is planning to void a contract between the Central Florida Tourism Oversight Board and Walt Disney World. The contract essentially gave Walt Disney World development rights for years to come. DeSantis to Void Contract Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is planning to void a recent contract that was created by the Reedy … Read more

Trail’s End Restaurant Officially Closed at Disney’s Fort Wilderness, New Timeline for Reopening as Quick Service ‘Marketplace’

April 17, 2023April 17, 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.

Trail’s End Restaurant at Disney’s Fort Wilderness is now closed to guests for refurbishment. The location will reopen later this summer, changed from a previously reported reopening date of late 2023. P&J’s Southern Takeout mobile ordering and The Chuck Wagon food truck are still available to guests. Trail’s End Restaurant Closed for Refurbishment At the … Read more

NEW Reusable Utensils Available at Disneyland Resort

April 15, 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 two versions of reusable utensils at Award Wieners in Disney California Adventure Park. Made of wood, these utensils are limited to one per person per transaction. They are available in two designs, one of which is Magic Key Pass exclusive. Reusable Wooden Utensils with Mickey Head Clip and Pouch – $11.49 Two versions … Read more

Sprinkles Cupcakes Permanently Closed at Downtown Disney District

April 14, 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 as part of the larger reimagining of Downtown Disney, the Sprinkles Cupcakes bakery has closed its doors to guests. Sprinkles Cupcakes Closed at Downtown Disney District Sprinkles, a popular cupcake bakery, permanently closed in Downtown Disney District on April 12. The closure was part of a larger reimagining of Downtown Disney District, … Read more

Meeting Regarding DisneylandForward Theme Park Expansion Plans to be Held This Week

April 14, 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.

Disneyland Resort is holding a DisneylandForward informational meeting for all who want to attend at Eucalyptus Park tomorrow from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. DisneylandForward Meeting Disneyland Resort Cast and Community released information on a public meeting being held tomorrow at Eucalyptus Park for interested citizens. Read the full text below: Join us to learn … Read more

Custom Wand Engraving Coming Soon to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort

April 14, 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.

Wand personalization will be available beginning April 15 with a wand engraving at either Ollivanders Wand Shop in Diagon Alley or Dervish and Banges in Hogsmeade at Universal Orlando Resort. Pricing information has not yet been made available. Wand Engraving at Universal Orlando Resort Guests can choose to have the engraving done on a new … Read more

PHOTOS: Aerial Look at Harmonious Barge Deconstruction

April 14, 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.

Walt Disney World continues to remove set pieces for the recently canceled fireworks show, and thanks to @bioreconstruct on Twitter, we can see a Harmonious barge being deconstructed backstage at EPCOT. Harmonious Barge Deconstructed Walt Disney World Cast Members have begun to remove the nighttime spectacular infrastructure in World Showcase Lagoon with the ending of … Read more

Fantasmic! Closing for Maintenance in Early May at Walt Disney World

April 14, 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.

Fantasmic! at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be closed May 1 — 2. According to the Walt Disney World website, the closure is to allow Cast Members to complete routine maintenance. Closed for Maintainence Disney describes Fantasmic! at Disney’s Hollywood Studios as follows: Featuring stunning effects, thrilling stunts, dazzling pyrotechnics and rousing music, this larger-than-life show … Read more

Operating Hours Extended for First Week of May at Three Walt Disney World Parks

April 14, 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.

Pperating hours at Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom have been extended for the first week of May. Operating hours have changed from April 30 — May 6, 2023, as follows: Magic Kingdom Early entry remains unchanged for this park and will last from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. each day. April … Read more

‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ Skyliner Popcorn Bucket Coming to EPCOT

April 14, 2023April 14, 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.

A new popcorn bucket themed after a “Guardians of the Galaxy” Disney Skyliner Gondola is coming April 17 to EPCOT at Walt Disney World. New ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ Skyliner Gondola Popcorn Bucket A new popcorn bucket will become available on April 17 at EPCOT. It is shaped and designed after a Disney Skyliner gondola. … Read more

New MagicBand+ Designs for Magic Key Holders, Popular Attractions and More at Disneyland

April 12, 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.

Since the service debuted last fall, new MagicBand+ designs have been arriving in Disneyland. Today we found several more at 20th Century Music Company, located on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland Park. Magic Key MagicBand+ – $54.99 Previously recalled, this Limited-Edition MagicBand+ is back and available for guests to purchase. It is only offered to … Read more

New Enchanted Tiki Room Ornament Arrives at Disneyland

April 12, 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 ornament inspired by Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room at the Plaza Point Holiday Shoppe in Disneyland. Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room Ornament – $24.99 Today in the Plaza Point Holiday Shoppe we found a new ornament inspired by the Enchanted Tiki Room. The ornament is a several-inches high wooden totem pole … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Continues Rapidly on New Disney Vacation Club Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

April 12, 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 stopped by the new Disney Vacation Club tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort today to snap a few construction progress photos for you. Let’s take a look at what’s changed since our last visit on April 6. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Disney Vacation Club Tower Progress Photos Each time we stop by, the building … Read more

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