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  • Jun- 2020 -
    21 June

    Disney Cruise Line Extends Suspension of Departures for the Dream & Fantasy through September 15

    Disney Cruise Line previously shared they were suspending departures for the Disney Magic, Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy through July 27, 2020. Disney Wonder’s departures have been suspended through September 14, 2020. An extension was then placed on Disney Magic, extending departure suspension through October 2, 2020. Now, Disney Cruise Line has extended the suspension of departures for Disney

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  • 21 June
    Aerial and front shots of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom, its blue spires and gold details gleaming after a fairytale makeover.

    Photo Update on Magic Kingdom’s Cinderella Castle Makeover

    The Cinderella Castle “royal makeover” is moving right along! We’ve been following along from the skies with @bioreconstruct Twitter feed. Yesterday, more photos were shared to show the Castle’s paint job is well on the way to be complete soon.   Disney’s art rendering of the “royal makeover” as shared here by Disney: Disney’s Art Rendering Today, we have four stunning aerial photos thanks to @bio

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  • 21 June
    A lively Lion King performer with arms raised, joined by cast in bright costumes onstage at Disney’s Festival of the Lion King.

    Disney Removes Festival of the Lion King & Turtle Talk with Crush from Attractions To Open List

    Yesterday, we reported a full list as appeared on the Walt Disney World’s website of each attraction that will be open during the parks phased reopening beginning July 11. Today, we’ve learned two attractions have been quietly removed from the list.   Festival of the Lion King Disney’s Animal Kingdom Festival of the Lion King and EPCOT’s Turtle Talk with Crush are two attractions that have been re

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  • 20 June
    Disney+ banner with "Disney Insider" and "Be Our Chef," spotlighting Disney Parks magic through cooking and exclusive backstage access.

    All New Disney Parks Content on Disney+

    Disney+ is bringing even more Disney magic right into the comfort of our homes with a newly released episode of Disney Insider and the Be Our Chef season finale. Check out all the details and video previews below from DisneyParksBlog:    Disney Insider’s episode “Artemis Adventure, Taste of Disney, Runaway Railway” is a real treat for Disney Parks fans. In this previously recorded episode, Walt Di

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  • 20 June
    Join John Legend and family for "A Bigger Love Father's Day," airing tomorrow 8/7c on ABC, with a vibrant watercolor heart backdrop.

    Father’s Day Special on ABC – “John Legend & Family: A Bigger Love Father’s Day”

    Snuggle up to Dad on the couch and get ready to catch a Father’s Day special on ABC! Disney is celebrating Father’s Day with an ABC special Sunday night special featuring John Legend as a host. This special tribute is for dads everywhere! The one-hour special – “John Legend and Family: A Bigger Love Father’s Day” will feature musical performances to remember, touching moments and surprises, includ

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  • 20 June
    Collage of Disney World icons: Cinderella Castle, Spaceship Earth, Hollywood Tower Hotel, and the Tree of Life.

    UPDATE: Full List of Attractions, Entertainment & Shops Opening In Each Park at WDW

    Alright, Disney fans! Disney has updated their website to share a full list of attractions, entertainment and shops you can expect to find open in each of their four theme parks. We’ll kick off the list with Magic Kingdom, followed by Disney’s Animal Kingdom, EPCOT, then Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We can’t wait to experience all our favorites once again!    Magic Kingdom Park When Magic

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  • 20 June
    Space Mountain glows at dusk as Walt Disney World shares exciting phased reopening updates against a vibrant evening sky.

    Disney Shares Attractions & Entertainment Details for Phased Reopening of WDW Theme Parks

    As Walt Disney World prepares for phased reopening, they have just released more insight as to what guests can look forward to experiencing in the parks! Check out the news below as shared by DisneyParksBlog. As we look forward to the reopening of Walt Disney World Resort theme parks in July, we’re excited to share a few details about the attractions and entertainment guests will be able to experi

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  • 20 June
    Celebrate Father’s Day with a Disney-inspired memory capsule kit, complete with themed stickers, cards, and coupons on blue.

    Disney Shares DIY Father’s Day to Remember Memory Capsule & Fun Father’s Day Coupons

    Disney is sending over a great DIY project for Father’s Day! This “Father’s Day to Remember Memory Capsule” is a special way to honor the Father figure in your life. Check out the how to make it happen as shared by DisneyParksBlog below. Plus, you’ll find some fun Father’s Day coupons as well!    Each Father’s Day, many of us celebrate the heartwarming memories that bond us with dad.  Today,

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  • 20 June
    DOLE Whip Nachos topped with waffle bites, whipped cream, sprinkles, and red syrup—Disney Springs treat magic on teal.

    Yep, DOLE Whip Nachos at Disney Springs Are Back!

    Oh. My. Goodness! How delicious does this look?! It’s time to stroll on over to Disney Springs to enjoy these heavenly DOLE Whip Nachos. DisneyParksBlog shares all the details and where to find them below! As we all know, Disney Springs is all about shopping, dining, and entertainment! I am so excited to again stroll through Disney Springs to shop and, of course, eat! With many shops and

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  • 20 June
    Guest beaming as she picks out giant plush toys in a lively Disney World shop filled with stuffed animals and souvenirs.

    Modifications to Shopping & Pin Trading at Walt Disney World

    Packing your bags and getting ready to experience the Disney Parks once again? Walt Disney World is updating information regularly as they prepare for the phased reopening of Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom July 11 and EPCOT and Hollywood Studios July 15. If you’re eager to get back to some Disney shopping and pin trading, here are a few things to keep in mind!    According to the Walt Disney Wor

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