Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

Walt Disney World Announces Monthly Themes for 100th Anniversary Celebration

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Walt Disney World has announced monthly themes for their own version of the 100th anniversary celebration, which will begin when the 50th anniversary ends this month. According to the Disney Rewards site, “Monthly spotlights on some Disney favorite franchises like Pixar, Mickey & Friends, and Disney Princess will help Guests fully enjoy and immerse themselves … Read more

REVIEW: Bubbling Pink Lagoon Strawberry Lemonade with Vodka Available for Earth Day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Special Earth Day treats have arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Visit Flame Tree Barbecue to try the Bubbling Pink Lagoon drink, now available through April 30. Bubbling Pink Lagoon with Vodka – $13.50 SVEDKA Vodka, Minute Maid® Premium Strawberry Lemonade, Sprite®, and Kiwi flavor A non-alcoholic version of this drink is available with a glow … Read more

REVIEW: Animal Kingdom Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Fruity Pebbles-Topped Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail Sundae

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Celebrate Earth Day and 25 years of Disney’s Animal Kingdom with a series of special treats. At Tamu Tamu Refreshments is the Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail Sundae, now available through April 30. The treat is named after the park’s Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail attraction. The treat’s name is so long, it doesn’t fit on the … Read more

REVIEW: Golden Elephant Cupcake and Viva Gaia Tonic with Gin Celebrate 25th Anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Earth Day celebrations have begun at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, which means special Earth Day treats are available! At Pizzafari, guests can enjoy the new Elephant Cupcake and Viva Gaia Tonic. The park is also celebrating its 25th anniversary this Earth Day on April 22. The Elephant Cupcake is also available at Restaurantosaurus. Both items will … Read more

VIDEO: Captain Minnie Debuts New Adventure-Themed Outfit for Disney Treasure Cruise Ship

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Captain Minnie revealed a new adventure-themed outfit that she will be wearing exclusively on the Disney Treasure, a new Disney Cruise Line ship setting sail next year. The new outfit includes a blue jacket, a red and white polka-dot ascot, a safari hat wrapped in a red and white polka-dot ribbon, khaki pants, and brown … Read more

Universal Destinations & Experiences Promotes Brian Robinson & Eric Parr

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Brian Robinson and Eric Parr have been promoted at Universal Destinations & Experiences (previously Universal Parks & Resorts), chairman-CEO Mark Woodbury announced in a memo to staff today. Robinson has been appointed to the role of EVP, Chief Creative Officer. He is currently EVP, Brand Strategy & Creative at Universal Products & Experiences. Robinson will … Read more

Disney Cruise Line Announces Disney Wish Sweepstakes for ‘The Little Mermaid’

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Disney Cruise Line has announced a new sweepstake in honor of the live-action “The Little Mermaid,” which swims into theaters on May 26. At the same time “The Little Mermaid” premieres on land, it will premiere on every ship of the Disney Cruise Line fleet. Sweepstake winners will be able to sail on the Disney … Read more

TRON Lightcycle Run Not Accommodating Late Boarding Group Arrivals for Virtual Queue, Despite Erroneous Estimated Callback

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TRON Lightcycle / Run soft opened at Magic Kingdom ahead of its official grand opening on April 4, 2023. Only guests who have purchased individual Lightning Lane access or snagged a virtual queue boarding group can ride the new attraction. Unfortunately, the callback time for the virtual queue can change significantly and Disney isn’t accommodating … Read more

Universal Files Curse of the Werewolf, Hiccup’s Wing Gliders, Starfall Racers, and More Trademarks Reportedly for New Epic Universe Theme Park

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Universal Destinations & Experiences has filed several trademarks potentially for Epic Universe attractions. Epic Universe will be a new park at Universal Orlando Resort and is expected to open in summer 2025. Though only Super Nintendo World has been confirmed, rumored lands include a Universal Classic Monsters land, How to Train Your Dragon land, and … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Walls Up and Trees Removed From E.T. Adventure Exit at Universal Studios Florida

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More construction walls have gone up in the land formerly known as Woody Woodpecker’s KidZone at Universal Studios Florida, this time at the exit of E.T. Adventure. There was previously a small forest of trees outside E.T. Adventure and E.T.’s Toy Closet, but most of the trees have been removed and blue walls surround the … Read more

TRON Lightcycle Run Soft Opening Hours Reduced at Magic Kingdom

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Operating hours for TRON Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom have been reduced today during the ride’s soft opening period. TRON Lightcycle / Run has been closing at 8:00 p.m. daily during its soft opening for the past week and a half. Today, March 28, it will close at 6:30 p.m. Hours may continue to … Read more

Up to 35% Discount Available on Select Walt Disney World Hotel Rooms for Annual Passholders This Summer

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Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can save up to 35% on select Walt Disney World Resort hotel rooms this summer. The discounted rates are available for stays most nights from July 11 to September 28, 2023. Eligible Rooms Save up to 35%: Save up to 30%: Save up to 25%: Save up to 15%: Save … Read more

First Full Trailer for Pixar’s ‘Elemental’ Released

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A few months after the teaser trailer was released, the first full trailer for Pixar’s “Elemental” has debuted. Watch it below. “Elemental” is described as follows: ”In a city where fire, water, land, & air residents live together, a fiery young woman & a go-with-the-flow guy will discover something elemental: How much they have in … Read more

NEW Walt Disney World Resort Hotel Discounts Available to Florida Residents for Summer 2023

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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Florida residents can save up to 30% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels, valid for stays most nights July 11 through September 28, 2023. For example, Florida residents can get a standard room at one of the three Disney’s All-Star Resorts for just $129 plus tax per night. Savings most nights July 11 to … Read more

PHOTOS: Scaffolding Now Surrounds Splash Mountain Tree, Removal Imminent as Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Progresses at Magic Kingdom

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Scaffolding now completely surrounds the tree at the top of Splash Mountain as crews prepare to remove it for the transformation of the Magic Kingdom attraction into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Splash Mountain Tree Scaffolding covers much of the attraction’s mountainous façade, too, and we have seen large holes cut into the fake rockwork. Scaffolding wraps … Read more

‘Frozen’ Songwriters Found Out About Third Film Same Day As Everyone Else

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In an interview with Collider about Hulu’s “Up Here,” songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez revealed that they found out about the third “Frozen” movie on the same day as everyone else. Disney CEO Bob Iger announced last month that they have “sequels in the works” for “Frozen,” as well as “Toy Story” and “Zootopia.” … Read more

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