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.

PHOTOS: New Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew Window Decals Take Over the Former POP Gallery at Disney Springs

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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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Yesterday, POP Gallery at Disney Springs officially closed. Signs are now up advertising the upcoming Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew. Whether you round the corner of Splitsville or exit the Orange Garage, you won’t be able to miss these bright new “Glazing Soon” signs. The graphic covers every window and door of the currently-closed building. … Read more

Businesses in Rhode Island Receive Tax Refund Checks Signed by Mickey Mouse and Walt Disney Due to Technical Glitch

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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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Businesses in Rhode Island have received refund checks “signed” by Mickey Mouse and Walt Disney, according to WJAR. The majority of the checks were corporation tax refunds. They should have been signed by Rhode Island General Treasurer Seth Magaziner and State Controller Peter Keenan. Jade Borgeson, Chief of Staff for the Department of Revenue, said … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction on Entrance to “The Grid” Continues Programming at TRON Lightcycle / Run in the 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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Not much has changed since our last update on TRON Lightcycle / Run at the Magic Kingdom, but construction is still carrying on slowly. These steel beams will eventually support the illuminated canopy that will cover the outdoor part of the coaster. From another angle, we could see show lights attached to the slanted beams. … Read more

Even More Layoffs Confirmed at Universal Orlando Resort Due to Impacts of COVID-19 Pandemic

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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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In addition to the official delay of Universal’s next theme park, Epic Universe, layoffs have been reported at Universal Orlando Resort. In a statement to Spectrum News 13, Universal confirmed that it has “again made the difficult decision to reduce our workforce to reflect current priorities and needs.” Journalist Ashley Carter tweeted about an update … Read more

Several Universal Orlando Resort Attractions to Temporarily Close Beginning August 9

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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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With the reopening of Orlando theme parks, many attractions have remained closed in order to better enforce social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Beginning August 9, even more attractions will close temporarily at Universal Orlando Resort. The following attractions will be temporarily closed: A Day in the Park with Barney Fear Factor Live Fast & … Read more

Walt Disney Imagineering Files Permit for New Graphics at EPCOT

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With the reimagining of EPCOT well underway, Walt Disney Imagineering is working on making every element of the park cohesive. Their latest permit is for “east support facility graphics.” The “east support facility” on Avenue of the Stars is the building next to Spaceship Earth which houses Gateway Gifts, stroller rentals, and more. The contractor … Read more

VIDEO: Guests Get “World of Warcraft” Screen After Intel Graphics Driver Update on Spaceship Earth at EPCOT

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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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“Welcome to the future! Or should I say, your future!” TikTok user Hallie Grace has posted a video of a strange error that happened to a Spaceship Earth touch screen. Instead of the usual screensaver that plays for most of the ride, Hallie’s vehicle opened the Intel HD Graphics Control Panel displaying a World of Warcraft ad: … Read more

PHOTOS: New “The Haunted Mansion” Constance Hatchaway Bride Shirt and Ghost Host Hat Arrive at the 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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If you’ve been sensing a disquieting metamorphosis in your current wardrobe, then you might want to pick up this new Haunted Mansion shirt and hat. “May I Cut In?” Bride T-Shirt – $36.99 Til death do us part… That’s what you’ll say to this cute T-shirt, anyway. It features the bride from Haunted Mansion, Constance … Read more

PHOTOS: Scaffolding Removed After Facade Refurbishment in Adventureland at the 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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Back in March, we noticed some scaffolding and a construction wall in Adventureland at the Magic Kingdom. At the time, this small refurbishment project impeded the breezeway next to Island Supply by Sunglass Hut, but otherwise wasn’t much of a bother. Today, the scaffolding has finally been taken down, revealing refreshed walls, some with seemingly … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Crews Return to Work on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and the Play! Pavilion at EPCOT

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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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EPCOT has no shortage of construction going on, but only so much of it is visible to guests. One corner of the park has roof work happening on two different buildings, so let’s take a closer look. First up is the show building for the future Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction. Solar panel … Read more

VIDEO: Get a Rat’s-Eye View of Ratatouille: The Adventure at Disneyland Paris in New “Ride & Learn” Video

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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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With construction on Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure still ongoing in EPCOT at Walt Disney World, the Disney Parks Blog has given us a closer look at the original attraction in Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris. This “Ride & Learn” video features footage from the attraction with some fun behind-the-scenes facts about the ride. The … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Enchanted Tiki Room, “it’s a small world”, Tomorrowland, “Frozen” Masks and More Arrive at Disney Parks

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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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Just a couple of days ago, a Haunted Mansion face mask materialized at Downtown Disney. Now, Disney Parks has rolled out a whole new set of attraction and land-themed face masks, plus some masks featuring some of your favorite characters. You can check out all of the new arrivals below: Enchanted Tiki Room Face Mask … Read more

The Polite Pig at Disney Springs Now Offering Limited Time Prix Fixe Menu for $30

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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 Polite Pig reopened with the rest of Disney Springs back in May and has been a great place to stop for some brisket or ribs. Now they are introducing Bite30, a limited-time prix fixe menu for $30. This fixed-price menu lets you pick a first, second, and third course. Each course has three items … Read more

PHOTOS: New Walt Disney World 2021 16-Month Calendar Arrives at EPCOT

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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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2020 might barely be halfway over, but it’s not too early to start planning for 2021. And you can do so with this new Walt Disney World-themed 16-month calendar we found at EPCOT! Each of 2021’s months features a photo of a different Walt Disney World landmark or attraction. As the first calendar since Rise … Read more

PHOTOS: Temperature Screenings Begin at Resort Table-Service Restaurants in 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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As we reported earlier this week, temperature checks are now being implemented at resort table-service restaurants at Walt Disney World. We visited Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort to see how they are incorporating the temperature checks. A new sign declares the temperature screening requirement. All of Walt Disney World Resort was already requiring … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Baby Mandrill Born at Disney’s Animal 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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baby mandrill

If you’re planning on riding Kilimanjaro Safaris on your next trip to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, then you’ll want to keep an eye out for a new member of the animal family. For Wildlife Wednesday, Disney Parks Blog introduced us to this newborn mandrill! This baby was born on Saturday, July 25 to mandrills Joshua and … Read more

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