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.

Mobile Dine Waitlist Now Showing Estimated Restaurant Wait Times on My Disney Experience

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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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Following the integration of the Mobile Dine Walk-Up Waitlist feature on My Disney Experience, some restaurants are now showing estimated wait times. The waitlist feature allows guests to add their party to the waitlist via the mobile app instead of walking up to a podium and potentially causing crowding at the restaurant. Restaurants that have … Read more

PHOTOS: Sneak Peek of “Mulan” Now Open at Walt Disney Presents in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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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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Mulan has taken over Walt Disney Presents at Disney’s Hollywood Studios with a limited time sneak peek of the film. Even from the moment you enter the park, a Mulan poster greets you at Crossroads of the World advertising the sneak peek. The marquee at Walt Disney Presents advertises Mulan and its September 4 release … Read more

PHOTOS: New Version of “Ratatouille” Sign Installed in France Pavilion Expansion Archway at EPCOT

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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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Just a day after the first sign disappeared, a new version of the “Ratatouille” sign has been installed in the France Pavilion at EPCOT. This sign greets guests over the construction wall hiding the future expansion of the France Pavilion. At first glance, the sign appears to be the same as the original. However, there … Read more

Pluto, Pirates, Aladdin, and “Wreck-It Ralph” Limited Edition Pins Coming to shopDisney on August 27

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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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If you love Pluto, then you’ll want to be on shopDisney on August 27! A new round of pins for classic Pluto short films is arriving online, along with some other fun pins. There’s a new cereal pin for “Genie’s Magic Lamp Loops” featuring Genie in his bee form with his magic lamp. There are … Read more

PHOTOS: Halloween 2020 Merchandise Arrives at Mouse Gear in EPCOT

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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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Mouse Gear at EPCOT is now ready for Halloween season with new displays of Halloween merchandise. The merchandise is front and center in the store, so you won’t miss it. The main display is stacked with Mickey Mouse pumpkins. The surrounding displays have apparel, plushes, pins, and more. Pins seem to be very popular. These … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Disney Skyliner Dooney & Bourke Crossbody Bag Arrives 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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There’s magic in the air! A new Disney Skyliner crossbody bag from Dooney & Bourke has arrived at Walt Disney World. The bag resembles a Disney Skyliner gondola. On the front of the bag, Mickey takes a picture while Minnie smiles next to him. The sun shines in the sky behind them. On the other … Read more

PHOTOS: Jaleo by José Andrés Reopens With New Social Distancing Measures at Disney Springs

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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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We learned earlier today that Jaleo by José Andrés would be reopening at Disney Springs, so we had to go check them out. The restaurant is currently showing hours from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM Thursdays through Saturdays, and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Sundays. Outside, the restaurant has the standard brown social distancing … Read more

PHOTOS: Redesigned Classic Minnie Mouse Ear Headband Debuts 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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While browsing Minnie Mouse ear headbands at EPCOT today, we noticed something seemed different. These two sets of ears look very similar, but the ones on the right are new and don’t have sequins on Minnie’s classic red bow. Here’s a closer look at the old ears. And here is the new version. These new … Read more

PHOTOS: Work on Play! Pavilion Roof Panel Replacement Making Rapid Progress at EPCOT

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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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We learned a few days ago that a Monorail Mark X attraction coming to the Play! Pavilion in EPCOT, so we’re even more excited to check up on construction now. There has been a lot of work happening on the roof of the old Wonders of Life Pavilion, and even more progress has been made … Read more

PHOTOS: New Jack-O’-Lantern Candy Bowl and Halloween Countdown Figurine Arrive 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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It’s never too early to start thinking about Halloween. That’s why Walt Disney World has just released most of their Halloween 2020 merchandise. Now you can countdown to the scariest holiday of the year with a new figurine, plus get your candy ready with a new jack-o’-lantern candy bowl. Halloween Countdown Figurine – $49.99 If … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW The Haunted Mansion Tombstone Salt and Pepper Shakers Arrive 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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When the crypt doors creak and the tombstones creak… It’s time for dinner! Disney has introduced these new salt and pepper shakers that look like tombstones from the Haunted Mansion, so you can make your meals seasoned and spooky. You might recognize the two tombstones from the graveyard in the Haunted Mansion queue. One is … Read more

First Performance of Cirque du Soleil’s “Drawn to Life” Delayed Once Again at Disney Springs

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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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“Drawn to Life”, the new Cirque du Soleil show at Disney Springs, was approaching opening day when Walt Disney World Resort closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. After layoffs and hitting bankruptcy, the company announced “Drawn to Life” would debut on November 5, with tickets going on sale. Unfortunately, the show’s debut has been delayed … Read more

“Turtle Talk with Crush” Expected To Reopen By the End of August in EPCOT

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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 interactive talk show type attraction, “Turtle Talk With Crush”, has been closed at EPCOT since the park reopened last month, but is expected to reopen in the next week or two, according to Cast Members. Since the Actors’ Equity Association has reached a Memorandum of Understanding with Disney, performers are allowed to start returning to … Read more

PHOTOS: La Brea Bakery Reopens With New Social Distancing Measures at Downtown Disney District in Disneyland 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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The latest restaurant to reopen at Downtown Disney District is La Brea Bakery. Thankfully, La Brea finally reopened today so we could get some sweet treats. The inside of the restaurant is closed to guests, but there is still outdoor seating available. There is a sign outside the express section with the bakery’s menu. Alternatively, … Read more

New Baby Yoda “The Child” MagicBand Now Available as Pre-Order Upgrade on My Disney Experience

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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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Collect your bounty of this new Baby Yoda (a.k.a. The Child) MagicBand from My Disney Experience. This green band features Baby Yoda from “The Mandalorian” looking somewhat confused. This is only available as a pre-order upgrade through My Disney Experience. Guests with hotel reservations or Annual Passholders can upgrade from a free MagicBand to this … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Teases “Horror Never Dies” With Upcoming New Additions to Halloween Horror Nights Tribute Store and More

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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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Halloween Horror Nights just tweeted a teaser for something new coming to the Tribute Store at Universal Studios Florida. While there aren’t many specifics, the tweet refers to those who have “barely escaped the park’s Halloween Horror Nights Tribute Store”, so we know something will be taking place there. Near the store’s closing time today, … Read more

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