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  • Jan- 2025 -
    16 January
    Two young women are joyfully looking at a smartphone app together at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
    Jess Colopy
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    Disney Parks App To Live Track Guests With New Update

    Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort just introduced a cutting-edge feature to enhance the Mobile Ordering experience. With live-tracking now available, your favorite Disney Park app promises to make dining even easier and more convenient for guests. Live-Tracking Comes to Mobile Orders Mobile Ordering has revolutionized how guests dine at Disney Parks. Initially launched at select Quick

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  • 16 January
    Christian Juttner at Return from Witch Mountain
    Krysten Swensen
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    Remembering Christian Juttner: Disney and ABC Actor Dead at 60

    The entertainment industry is grieving the loss of Christian Juttner, a cherished child actor who left an indelible mark on Disney and ABC productions. Juttner passed away on November 29, 2024, at his home in Yucca Valley, California, at the age of 60. His daughter, Aidan Juttner, spoke with The Hollywood Reporter and confirmed the cause of death as natural causes. Related: Beloved Disney Actress

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  • 16 January
    An aerial view of Disneyland Paris' Fantasyland in black & white.
    Jess Colopy
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    Guests Evacuate Disneyland Area, Park Empties as Wildfires Burn

    As wildfires blaze across Southern California, Disneyland Resort is feeling the impact of a region in crisis. While the fires remain far from Anaheim, the ripple effects of the state of emergency have led to declining crowds and an eerie emptiness in the Disney parks. California Under a State of Emergency Last week, California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency as wildfires ravage

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  • 16 January
    A road leading to the Walt Disney World entrance arch, adorned with flags and surrounded by palm trees, under a partly cloudy sky. The arch displays the text "The Most Magical Place on Earth.
    Emmanuel Detres
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    Disney World Parks to Normalize Recreational Cannabis: What Visitors Need to Know

    As Florida gears up for pivotal changes regarding recreational marijuana, voters may soon face a chance to reshape the state's cannabis landscape during the 2026 ballot, which is set to have an impact at Disney World. Overview of the 2026 Proposal That Is Set To Change Disney World Forever The proposal, urged by Smart & Safe Florida and major medical marijuana provider Trulieve, stands to address

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  • 16 January
    Promotional image for a Daily Jigsaw Puzzle featuring a "Mama Odie Wall Photo" jigsaw. The image shows a cartoon of Mama Odie, a character clad in white, with hanging bottles and glowing lights in the background. The puzzle theme is emphasized with a puzzle piece design.
    Daniel Hudacko
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    Daily Jigsaw Puzzle: Mama Odie Photo Spot

    Mama Odie is casting her enchanting spell over Magic Kingdom’s newest sensation, Tiana's Bayou Adventure! Check out the photo wall spot featuring Mama Odie in this Disney puzzle. Quick Tip: Do you want to make the puzzle easier or more challenging? Select the grid option to adjust the number of pieces before pressing “OK” to start the puzzle. Jigsaw Puzzle Experience More Disney-Themed Puzzles The

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  • 16 January
    A stunning nighttime view of Epcot's Spaceship Earth at Walt Disney World, featuring the iconic geodesic sphere illuminated with purple and orange lights. Palm trees surround the structure, and the sky above is clear and dark at Disney World.
    Andrew Boardwine
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    A Major Milestone Reached in EPCOT’s Latest Mystery Project

    Disney fans have been buzzing with excitement after Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) filed a Notice of Commencement (NOC) for a mysterious project at EPCOT’s Canada Pavilion. The permit outlines plans to install signage, a key milestone that suggests the project is moving closer to completion. Assigned to Design Communications Ltd, a frequent Disney collaborator, this development has reignited curio

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  • 16 January
    Disney Skyliner EPCOT
    Andrew Boardwine
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    Speculation Rises: Could a Beloved Disney Experience Temporarily Close in 2025?

    The Disney Skyliner offers a unique way for guests to travel around Walt Disney World Resort, combining efficiency with a touch of magic. These gondolas, designed with popular Disney characters, provide stunning views and a seamless connection between resorts and theme parks. However, the Skyliner occasionally requires refurbishment to ensure it remains in top condition for visitors. Currently, Di

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  • 15 January
    Wilderness Explorers at Walt Disney World Resort
    Krysten Swensen
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    Animal Kingdom’s Newest Arrivals Will Melt Your Heart!

    When Animal Kingdom opened at Walt Disney World Resort in 1998, it quickly established itself as one of the most unique and impressive zoos in the state. While it offers roller coasters, character dining, and stage shows, it remains, at its core, a zoo. Visitors to this breathtaking park have the chance to see an array of fascinating animals, from Sumatran tigers and Silverback gorillas to elephan

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  • 15 January
    A bustling crowd walks towards a large, ornate castle at a theme park. The street is lined with colorful buildings decorated for a festive occasion, featuring orange and black elements. Various flags are flying atop the buildings, adding to the lively atmosphere at Disney World inside Magic Kingdom.
    Andrew Boardwine
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    New Preparations Underway as Disney Closes One Chapter and Opens Another

    On January 15, Magic Kingdom officially bid farewell to its holiday decorations as crews worked overnight to remove festive elements throughout the park. The Christmas tree that once stood tall at the entrance of Main Street, U.S.A., along with wreaths, garlands, and twinkling lights, was dismantled to restore the park’s classic appearance. The holiday soundtrack, filled with seasonal tunes, has a

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  • 15 January
    A cartoon mouse character, reminiscent of Mickey Mouse, with black ears, red shorts, yellow shoes, and white gloves is confidently strutting with one arm bent upwards and a cheerful expression on its face. The background features a vintage, textured style with abstract shapes.
    Jess Colopy
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    Disneyland Gives Mickey Mouse a Facelift

    Disneyland Resort has officially breathed new life into a beloved wooden statue of Mickey Mouse, giving it a much-needed restoration at Disney California Adventure Park. The facelift has sparked excitement among Disney Parks guests and online communities. A Beloved Piece of Disney History The carved wooden Mickey Mouse statue is located near a Disney Vacation Club kiosk at Disney California Advent

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