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.

More Façade Demolished, Work Underway on Splash Mountain Barn for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Transformation in Magic Kingdom

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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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As Splash Mountain at Magic Kingdom is transformed into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, elements of the old façade are being removed. Splash Mountain Flume Most of the demolition/construction work we have seen so far has been in the flume near the end of the attraction. Crews have been working under and near the Frontierland bridge, destroying … Read more

Disney Live Entertainment Animator Shares Easter Eggs and Behind-the-Scenes Facts About ‘Disney Enchantment’

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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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An animator with Disney Live Entertainment who worked on both “Happily Ever After” and “Disney Enchantment” shared several Easter eggs and behind-the-scenes facts about the latter show on Twitter. Ana Beltrán wrote in the first Tweet of the thread, “With the 50th Anniversary ending March 31st and Happily Ever After set to return April 3, … Read more

PHOTOS: All Global Gardens at EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 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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The EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2023 has begun, with several Global Gardens throughout the park. New gardens this year include the “Shishi-odoshi” garden in the Japan Pavilion and The Community Garden in World Celebration, featuring topiaries of Daisy and Donald. Bamboo Garden – China PavilionVisit this garden to see bamboo in a variety … Read more

Hitchhiking Ghosts Won’t Follow You Home: Interactive Effect Broken in Haunted Mansion Finale at Magic Kingdom

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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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The Hitchhiking Ghosts effect on the Haunted Mansion in Magic Kingdom is currently switched to “B mode” because the regular interactive effect is not working. Right now, the Hitchhiking Ghosts just float in darkness in front of guests. The reflection of guests and their Doom Buggy is not visible. Usually, the ghosts would appear to … Read more

VIDEO: First ‘Haunted Mansion’ Teaser Trailer Released

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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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Disney has released the first teaser trailer for “Haunted Mansion,” which will appear in theaters on July 28, 2023. The first poster for “Haunted Mansion” was released yesterday. A second poster (below) was released with the trailer. The film follows a doctor (Rosario Dawson) and her 9-year-old son (Chase Dillon) moving into the Haunted Mansion … Read more

New Exclusive Treats Announced for Princess Nite 2023 at Disneyland

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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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Disneyland Resort has announced the new and exclusive treats that will be available during Princess Nite 2023. Bengal Barbecue (Mobile order available) Café Orleans  Candy Palace and Candy Kitchen and Pooh Corner Galactic Grill (Mobile order available) Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor (Mobile order available)  Harbour Galley (Mobile order available) Hungry Bear Restaurant (Mobile order available) Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe (Mobile … Read more

New Minion with Selfie Stick Popcorn Bucket at Universal Orlando Resort

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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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A new Minion popcorn bucket is available at Universal Orlando Resort. This one resembles a Minion taking a picture with a selfie stick. Minion with Selfie Stick Popcorn Bucket – $29 This is Bob the Minion, who has one green eye and one brown eye. His teddy bear Tim sits on his head. The selfie … Read more

Governor DeSantis Explains ‘Why I Stood Up to Disney’ in Wall Street Journal Article

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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 Governor Ron DeSantis wrote an article published in the Wall Street Journal titled “Why I Stood Up to Disney.” A few days ago, DeSantis signed the bill into law that allows the Florida government to take over Reedy Creek Improvement District, a retaliation against The Walt Disney Company after CEO Bob Chapek publically denounced … Read more

Disney’s Blizzard Beach Closing for Refurbishment on March 19

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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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Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park will be closed for refurbishment beginning on March 19, 2023, as Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park reopens. Typhoon Lagoon closed in November when Blizzard Beach reopened with “Frozen” theming. The two water parks have not operated simultaneously since COVID-19 hit in 2020.

UPDATE: Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park Reopening on March 19

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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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Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park at Walt Disney World will reopen on March 19, 2023. Typhoon Lagoon closed in November when Blizzard Beach reopened with “Frozen” theming. It looks like Blizzard Beach will remain open for the summer, marking the first time the two water parks have operated simultaneously in years. H2O Glow After Hours events will resume on … Read more

Dairy-Free Vegan Butterbeer Topping Now Available at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort

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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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Fully dairy-free Butterbeer is now available in both cold and frozen at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort. The actual Butterbeer drink has always been dairy-free, but the foam topping was not. Universal began offering the drink without the topping last summer as a vegan version. This new version has a dairy-free topping, so … Read more

The Mandalorian and Grogu Will Continue Making Regular Appearances in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney World

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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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The Mandalorian and Grogu made surprise appearances this morning in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in honor of “The Mandalorian” season 3 premiering. Disney has now announced that the two will continue to make regular appearances in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, just like other characters, and are not a limited-time offering. The … Read more

First Look at New Food Coming to Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland

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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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Disney has provided a first look at some of the food items that will be available at Mickey’s Toontown in Disneyland when it reopens on March 19. Café Daisy is a new eatery where Daisy Duck will be showing off her expert culinary skills with the help of the talented Disney culinary teams. Mobile order … Read more

PHOTOS: All Topiaries at 2023 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

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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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Character topiaries are up throughout EPCOT as the 2023 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival officially begins. Check out our photos of each topiary below. Mirabel, Antonio, Isabela, and Luisa from “Encanto” – Main Entrance Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Chip ‘n’ Dale – World Showcase Bridge Mickey and Minnie – Near World Traveler Woody, Bo Peep, and her Sheep … Read more

PHOTOS: Odyssey Pavilion Turned Into The Citrus Blossom Featuring Orange Bird for EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 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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The Odyssey Pavilion at EPCOT has been transformed into The Citrus Blossom featuring Orange Bird for the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2023. A mural with Orange Bird flying past citrus bushes and trees is on one wall. A series of projections above the mural have flowers and citrus fruits dancing around. Being so … Read more

Passholder-Exclusive Corkcicle, Shirt, and Limited Release Pin at EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 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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Annual Passholders can get some exclusive merchandise at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2023. This Corkcicle bottle, raglan shirt, and limited-release pin were available in Creations Shop. Passholder-Exclusive Flower & Garden Corkcicle – $44.99 The cream-colored Corkcicle features portraits of Orange Bird, Figment, and Snow White, who all have their own merchandise collection … Read more

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