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Mar- 2022 -12 March
‘Turning Red’ Merchandise Is Released
Becca Goldenberg, a Communications Specialist for Disney Parks Experiences and Products, shared on the Disney Parks Blog that merchandise for Turning Red (the new Pixar animated film that is “a coming-of-age tale like none you’ve ever seen”) is now available in tandem with its release on Disney+! The Pixar movie follows a 13-year-old girl named Meilin Lee, who is also known as Mei and
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12 March
New Disney Parks Collaboration With Lilly Pultizer Has Arrived!
Disney Parks recently took to TikTok to share an announcement on an upcoming fashion collaboration that Disney fans are sure to enjoy- Disney Parks x Lilly Pulitzer! The video shows a quick look at the brand new collection: @disneyparks 🚨SNEAK PEEK!🚨 Disney x @lillypulitzer launching Mar. 14! #Disney #DisneyParks #LillyPulitzer #Collab #Fashion #Spring #MickeyMouse #MinnieMouse ♬ original sound &#
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12 March
Rainy Day at Disney? Here’s What You Need to Weather the Storm
Weather at Walt Disney World Resort can be unpredictable, so we've rounded up the best Disney Park rain gear (courtesy of the online Disney store shopDisney) to help you embrace the Disney magic no matter how wet and windy the circumstances may be! Have a look at the list and choose your favorite Park to represent on a rainy day at Disney! Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Quilted J
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12 March
What Happens When a Tornado Hits Walt Disney World?
Extreme weather certainly is not a magical part of a Walt Disney World vacation, but if it does happen during your trip, you can breathe a sigh of relief knowing Disney has plans in place for both Guest and Cast Member safety. Tornados can be especially unsettling as they can hit suddenly and of course require a specific protocol to stay safe. Here are the steps Disney will take if a tornado is co
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12 March
Nasty Storms Headed for Disney World, Tornado Watch in Effect
It looks like the Walt Disney World Resort will spend its Saturday getting hit by a severe thunderstorm. According to WESH2, a massive weather band is making its way across the whole of Florida, including Disney World and the rest of Central Florida. Here's the wide perspective… pic.twitter.com/Bl0Fhpwub5 — Eric Burris (@EricBurrisWESH) March 12, 2022 With this band comes thunderst
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12 March
Don’t Miss the ‘Encanto’-Inspired Garden at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
This year's EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is underway now through July 4, 2022, and the event is packed with character topiaries, outdoor kitchens, live music, and a number of new gardens dreamed up just for this year's event. One of the new gardens at this year's festival is sure to be a fan favorite if it is anything like the film that inspired it, Encanto (2021). The Disney Parks
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11 March
New Dining Experiences Announced for Disney’s BoardWalk Inn
Reimagined dining experiences are coming to the BoardWalk Inn at the Walt Disney World Resort! In addition to redesigned Guest rooms, a new restaurant, coffee bar, and updated take on the resort's lobby will be arriving at the resort by the end of 2023. The Disney Parks Blog just announced a new table service restaurant and bakery coming to the waterfront district at the BoardWalk later this year
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11 March
Guide to St. Patrick’s Day Snacks & Cocktails at Walt Disney World
St. Patrick's Day is coming up quickly, and Walt Disney World is the perfect place to celebrate! Whether you are looking for traditional Irish dinners, green frosted treats, or delicious cocktails, there is something for everything to be had with this year's St. Patrick's Day eats around the Walt Disney World Resort. The Disney Parks Blog just shared a packed list of St. Patrick's Day eats at both
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11 March
Bob Chapek Sends Apology to Cast Members & Says Disney Will Pause Political Donations
CEO of the Walt Disney Company Bob Chapek has sent an apology message to Disney Cast Members who have felt unsupported by the company's lack of action against the controversial “Don't Say Gay” bill that was recently passed in Florida. The full text of the email has been shared publicly by the Walt Disney Company: To my fellow colleagues, but especially our LGBTQ+ community, Thank you t
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11 March
Photos: Annie the Anteater Celebrates Her 20th Birthday at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
One of the animals who resides in the Oasis at Disney's Animal Kingdom recently celebrated a birthday at the park! Annie the Anteater just turned 20 years old, and Disney's dedicated team of Animal keepers helped her celebrate with a homemade cake made of all her favorite treats. The Disney Animals, Science, and Environment Facebook page shared photos of Annie's birthday celebration: Above, Annie
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