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  • Nov- 2020 -
    17 November
    Darkwing Duck, dressed in his signature purple attire, swings on a rope beside the Disney+ logo set against a dark blue backdrop, building fan excitement for a thrilling new series coming to the streaming platform.
    Jennifer Retzlaff
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    ‘Darkwing Duck’ Reboot in the Works for Disney+

    We are so excited about Disney+ announcing that they will be doing a reboot of the hit show “Darkwing Duck”. We enjoyed the reboot of “Ducktales” and are hopeful that more of the great shows from the 90s will make a come back. The original 90s animated hit ran for 90 episodes, which are available now on Disney+.    The adventures of superhero Darkwing Duck, a

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  • 17 November
    A delicious taco is held up in front of the vibrant 4 Rivers Cantina Barbacoa Food Truck at Disney Springs, featuring its iconic skull logo.
    Jamie Sylvester
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    4 Rivers Cantina Barbacoa Food Truck at Disney Springs Has Reopened!

    YES! The “Taco Cone” has returned! 4 Rivers Cantina Barbacoa Food Truck at Disney Springs has been one of our favorite grab and go food spots on Walt Disney World property. Like the rest of Disney Springs, the food truck closed due to COVID-19 back in March. As of November 16 however, the food truck has reopened! Bring on the Taco Cone!    Disney Springs took to Twitter to sh

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  • 17 November
    Fruit salad featuring banana slices and strawberries arranged in the iconic Mickey Mouse silhouette, set beside whole bananas—an enchanting Disney-inspired treat that brings a taste of the parks to your breakfast table, perfect for fans of magical experiences and smoothie bowls alike.
    Jennifer Retzlaff
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    Magical Mickey Smoothie Bowl

    Smoothie bowls are a great way to start the day or a fun snack option. Bring the whole family into the fun by allowing them to create their own fruit shapes as well as adding their favorite fruit options. This is a great way to celebrate the mouse that started it all. Ingredients -1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or other milk of your choice)-1 banana-1/2 cup of frozen peaches (or mangoes)-1/2 cup

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  • 16 November
    Disney Edition GizmoWatch in white, featuring a playful Baby Yoda watch face and a vibrant red accent on the band, displaying the time as 12:45 PM—perfect for Disney fans ready to enjoy their next magical adventure.
    Jennifer Retzlaff
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    Verizon Unveils GizmoWatch Disney Edition

    Looking for a great gift for a young one this year? Verizon just released that the GizmoWatch will now have a Disney Edition option. We love the that there are Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars characters that will bring some fun to the watch all while allowing parents to keep connected with their kids. TheGizmoWatchTM Disney Edition can be ordered through Verizon now. It designed for kids and n

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  • 16 November
    A trio of Minnie Mouse-inspired cookies served at a Disney park, decorated with icing, a sweet strawberry bow, and two white chocolate chips for her signature look.
    Jennifer Retzlaff
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    Celebrate Mickey and Minnie with these Cinnamon Buns

    Tomorrow is Mickey's birthday and what better way to celebrate than to start the day with a Mickey themed breakfast. Try-out these Mickey Cinnamon Buns from DisneyFamily for a fun, magical start to the day.   This delicious breakfast only takes a few ingredients to make. Ingredients -1 can of cinnamon rolls with icing-8 white or semisweet chocolate chips-4 strawberries   Directions  

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  • 16 November
    Guests dine at Space 220 Restaurant in EPCOT, enjoying immersive views of Earth through expansive windows that create the sensation of floating above the planet in a space station.
    Jamie Sylvester
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    Brief Inside Look at EPCOT’s Space 2020 Restaurant

    The very, very long awaited Space 220 restaurant has been of much discussion this past year. When Disney first announced the arrival of a space-themed restaurant in Epcot’s Future World, April 2019 was the target open date. Rumors suggest March 2021 is a possible target for opening. In the meantime, Disney has given us a brief inside look at the new restaurant! Disney previously shared two art ren

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  • 16 November
    Guests experience the thrills of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind as they zip along a blue coaster track during ride vehicle testing, their faces full of excitement and anticipation at EPCOT.
    Jamie Sylvester
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    Ride Vehicle Testing Video for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

    One of EPCOT’s most highly anticipated attractions currently under construction in the former Ellen’s Energy Adventure location is starting to come together! With a hopeful 2021 opening date in time for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary, we are now getting a sneak peek at the testing of the coaster!!   As shared DisneyParksBlog:    How IMPRESSIVE is that?! At the D23 Expo 2019, i

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  • 16 November
    Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser-inspired hotel room featuring a spaceport window overlooking the stars, illuminated control panels, and a sleek bed with bold orange and gray bedding that transports guests straight into their own Star Wars adventure. The immersive design captures the excitement of staying in a Starcruiser cabin from Disney's renowned themed experience.
    Jamie Sylvester
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    First Look at Cabins in Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Hotel

    Who else is ready to experience their very own epic Star Wars story?! Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is an all-immersive, 2-night adventure, scheduled to arrive to Walt Disney World Resort in 2021. We can’t wait. In the meantime, any little piece of news that comes available on this highly anticipated hotel just continues to build our excitement. The latest is a first look at the cabins!   A

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  • 16 November
    A Disney Cast Member, dressed in a suit and name tag, beams in front of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom, embodying the company's refreshed guest experience in 2020.
    Jamie Sylvester
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    Chairman of Disney Parks Shares Disney’s New Approach in Wake of 2020

    On November 16, Josh D'Amaro, Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products shared the company's new approaches to operations and inclusion in the wake of 2020 via a keynote session of IAAPA Expo Virtual Education Conference. As shared by IAAPA.org: Josh D’Amaro delivered a message of hope and inspiration to the global attractions industry: “Our industry is hurting. It’s hurting from the pre

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  • 15 November
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    Aerial Construction Photo Update for EPCOT Nighttime Show, “HarmonioUS”

    Before COVID-19 took hold, Epcot’s newest nighttime spectacular was scheduled to debut this year. Disney announced “HarmonioUS” is set to be one of the largest nighttime spectaculars ever created for a Disney Park. While we have yet to learn of a debut date, we were thrilled to see aerial photos shared showing the construction for HarmonioUS… meaning progress is being made despite Disney’s current

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