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Author Archives: Brittany DiCologero

Brittany is a New England-based writer focused on the history of the Walt Disney World Resort. She is the author of "Red, White, and Disney: The Myths and Reality of American History at the Walt Disney World Resort," and "Brittany Earns Her Ears."

Reopening Date and Details Announced for Jellyrolls Dueling Piano Bar on Disney’s Boardwalk!

We just learned of some exciting entertainment returning to the Boardwalk Inn and entertainment area at Walt Disney World– Jellyrolls, the resort’s fan-favorite dueling piano bar is now set to reopen next week, on October 15, 2021! Upon reopening, Jellyrolls will require the same cover charge to enter that was previously required ($15). Once inside, complimentary popcorn will still be ...

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“Fauci,” an All-New Documentary, is Now Available on Disney+

Fauci on Disney+

With access to National Geographic being a staple of the Disney+ streaming service, Disney fans across the country have access to a variety of nature films and documentaries. One of the latest documentaries to hit Disney+ focuses on a man we are all very familiar with following almost two years of the COVID-19 pandemic being a part of our lives, ...

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New Watercraft, Tradewinds, Sets Sail at Walt Disney World!

Disney Tradewinds

A new motor cruiser boat was recently launched for Guests visiting the Magic Kingdom. The new watercraft, called Tradewinds, will be helping Guests arrive at the Magic Kingdom by bringing them across Bay Lake and Seven Seas Lagoon, and Disney transportation Cast Members even had a part in naming the new boat! The new motor cruiser joins the fleet right ...

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Disney Cruise Line Named Best Cruise Line for the 10th Consecutive Year by Conde Nast Readers

Disney Cruise Line

Each year, Conde Nast Traveler readers rate different travel destinations and cruise lines. This year, Disney Cruise Line has been named the #1 Top Large Cruise Line in the World for the tenth year in a row by Conde Nast Traveler readers! This award, and the fact that Disney has received this recognition annually for the past ten years, is ...

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Chef Richard Blais to Open First Orlando Restaurant Adjacent to Walt Disney World at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress

Foodies rejoice! A brand new restaurant by acclaimed Chef Richard Blais is opening up right next to the Walt Disney World Resort at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress. This new restaurant will be the first in Orlando by Chef Blais and will introduce Guests visiting the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress to his unique spin on a tropical dining experience. Known ...

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Gender Neutral Prefix Option is Now Available on My Disney Experience

Walt Disney World has been introducing new ways to make the resort more inclusive for both Guests and Cast Members since Inclusivity was introduced as the fifth Key to a Great Guest Experience. Following past updates, such as allowing Cast Members to have tattoos and nail polish visible while working, and allowing for gender neutral housing options in the Disney ...

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Chakranadi, Kora Tinga Tinga, and Tam Tam Drummers Set for Return to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

In a series of announcements direct from Disney this morning, we are thrilled to share the news that lots of entertainment will soon be returning to Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Set for a return next week (no official date as of yet), Guests can expect to take in the music of Chakranadi, and see Kora Tinga Tinga in Africa. The Tam ...

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Favorite Disney Character Meet & Greets Returning to the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Disney just shared the exciting news that some Guest-favorite character meet and greets will soon be returning to the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Select characters will be making their return to their traditional meet and greet locations in both parks sometime next week (dates have not been shared yet, but if you have a trip coming up then ...

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Disney Movie Magic is Returning Soon to Disney’s Hollywood Studios!

The Disney Parks Blog just shared an update on entertainment offerings at the resort, and one of the highlights is the return of Disney Movie Magic to Disney’s Hollywood Studios! This celebration of Disney films is a projection show that debuted on the facade of the replica of Grauman’s Chinese Theater at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 2017 is now set ...

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The Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade is Back in the Magic Kingdom…and It’s FREE!

Guests visiting the Magic Kingdom recently were surprised to see a previously charged Disney attraction is now available to experience for free! The Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade, which previously charged a fee for Guests to play is now free of charge. The Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade had previously been closed since all of the Walt Disney World theme parks closed in March ...

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