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  • Mar- 2022 -
    1 March
    Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser

    How Did Disney Create the Infamous Blue Shrimp on the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser?

    Disney fans are abuzz with news of the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, which launches for its maiden voyage beginning today, March 1, 2022. In addition to the overall immersive experience Guests can have onboard, along with dramatic storytelling events, exclusive Star Wars merchandise, and activities, and an excursion to Batuu on Black Spire Outpost in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, Guests will be abl

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  • 1 March
    Anastasia Disney Plus

    Movie About Russian Duchess Removed from Disney+

    Another month and another round of content being added to and removed from Disney+. This time, we can confirm that the beloved animated film Anastasia is no longer available on Disney+ in the United States. The removal of a film that tells the story of a long-lost Russian Duchess comes the day after The Walt Disney Company announced it would no longer release its movies in the Russian Federation.

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  • 1 March
    Disneyland Paris

    Disneyland Paris Confirms End of Face Mask Mandates

    3/1/22 9:45 am ET — This article has been updated since its original publication. It looks like Disneyland Paris Resort will be joining the Walt Disney World Resort and the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, in no longer requiring its Guests to wear face masks. Earlier this morning, Disneyland Paris insider, DLP Report, shared the news on Twitter. While the end of the mask mandate has

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  • Feb- 2022 -
    28 February
    The Sunshine Tree Terrace sign shines with park nostalgia, starring the iconic Orange Bird and showcasing a guest’s hand holding a classic Citrus Swirl—orange and vanilla soft-serve celebrating beloved Magic Kingdom treats.

    Citrus Swirl Returns to the Magic Kingdom!

    After a brief hiatus from the Sunshine Tree Terrace, the Citrus Swirl classic Disney soft-serve snack has returned to the menu at Sunshine Tree Terrace in the Magic Kingdom's Adventureland! Citrus Swirl, or the iconic orange soft-serve ice cream found at Sunshine Tree Terrace (that can be served as is or swirled with vanilla ice cream) has been an on-again-off-again staple of the Magic Kingdom for

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  • 28 February
    Vibrant open-faced sandwiches stacked with grilled veggies and creative toppings, arranged around the bold "Local Green Atlanta Disney Springs" logo—bringing festival flavors to your Disney Springs adventure.

    Local Green Atlanta Brings New Vegan, Vegetarian, and Pescatarian Dining to Disney Springs

    A new fast and healthy dining option is coming soon to Disney Springs! Beginning in March 2022, Guests visiting the Walt Disney World Resort will be able to find a healthier twist on fast food with vegan, vegetarian, and pescatarian menu items at the newest food truck to arrive at Disney Springs, Local Green Atlanta. Local Green Atlanta focuses on nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables, offering Gues

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  • 28 February
    Walt Disney Company Ukraine

    Walt Disney Company Shares Statement in Response to the Crisis in Ukraine

    Given the current crisis impacting civilians in Ukraine, the Walt Disney Company recently took to Twitter to share a statement in support of Ukrainian refugees, as well as an update on theatrical releases and other business decisions involving Russia at this time. The statement reads: Given the unprovoked invasion of Ukraine and the tragic humanitarian crisis, we are pausing the release of theatri

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  • 28 February
    A commemorative plaque on a stone pedestal features Marvel legend Stan Lee—easily recognized by his signature sunglasses and bright orange sweater—posing with Spider-Man at a Disney park, celebrating the creator behind so many beloved Marvel icons found throughout the parks.

    Disney Dedicates Avengers Campus to the Legacy of Stan Lee

    Disney recently honored Stan Lee with a plaque dedicating Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure Park to his legacy. Guests visiting the park will now be able to spot the plaque as they enter the land dedicated to the super heroes and stories that the legendary creator helped realize for fans all over the world. The Disney Parks Blog shared the above photo of the plaque that Guests will se

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  • 28 February
    Disney Princesses

    TikTok: Princess Posers Pulled from Disney Park

    Disney Fanatics can be, well, fanatic. From collecting pins and stuffed animals to getting tattoos of their favorite character, Disney Fanatics are known to be very creative when it comes to expressing their passion for the entertainment giant's IP. And, like other fandoms, that includes cosplay. Whether one is at Comicon, D23, or just scrolling through the internet, Disney Cosplayers are in abund

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  • 28 February
    A collectible lightsaber from Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser on display with "$1,200?!" and a shocked emoji superimposed, drawing attention to the jaw-dropping reseller prices fans are seeing.

    Resellers Are Already Listing Merchandise from the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

    Resellers have caused challenges for Guests at Walt Disney World looking to buy limited edition (and sometimes not even limited edition) merchandise for some time. While inventory challenges will likely not arise from the latest Disney reseller controversy, we have already been finding some items that are available for sale exclusively aboard the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser popping up for some

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  • 28 February
    Spaceship Earth, EPCOT

    EPCOT Extends Park Hours with Early Openings

    EPCOT recently adjusted park hours to a much earlier opening time for mornings at the park for at least the next two weeks. The park had been opening at 10 AM (or later) since the reopening of the Walt Disney World Resort in 2020, and now for the first time since prior to the pandemic, the park will begin opening at 8:30 AM. Earlier EPCOT hours began today, February 28, 2022, and currently run thr

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