Magic Kingdom Park
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Feb- 2022 -24 February
OpEd: It’s Time Disney World Ended Park Hopping Restrictions
At The Walt Disney World Resort, face masks are finally optional in all indoor and outdoor areas, social distancing measures cease to exist, a FastPass-esque line skipping system is in operation, and Resort Hotel Guests are getting some semblance of extra magic hours again. Nighttime spectaculars are also a nightly occurrence, and even full-length parades and stage shows are making a comeback. Oth
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23 February
5 Little-Known Facts About Liberty Square in the Magic Kingdom
Liberty Square in the Magic Kingdom is the most patriotic land in any Disney park, taking its inspiration from the original 13 colonies during the Revolutionary War. Imagineers did their homework when designing Liberty Square with loads of details hidden in plain sight. See how many of these little-known Liberty Square facts are new to you! Liberty Square was originally planned for Disneyland Libe
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23 February
Festival of Fantasy Parade Returns Tomorrow With Two Performances!
One of the most highly anticipated events to return to Walt Disney World is Disney's Festival of Fantasy Parade which is gearing up for a return to Magic Kingdom Park on March 9, 2022. Ahead of the parade's return, Disney has released showtimes for the parade's initial run, which includes performances twice daily. Beginning March 9, 2022, Disney's Festival of Fantasy Parade will take place at both
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22 February
Video: World War II Veteran Honored at Walt Disney World on His 100th Birthday
William McCroskey, a World War II veteran, was recently honored in the daily Flag Retreat ceremony at the Magic Kingdom while visiting Walt Disney World for his 100th birthday celebration! During World War II, McCroskey served as a Merchant Marine, a role in which he became a part of the 1944 D-Day operation in Normandy. Following that historic event, McCroskey continued to serve, transporting per
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22 February
Citrus Swirl Quietly Removed from the Sunshine Tree Terrace Menu in the Magic Kingdom
Dole Whips are among the most popular and most iconic Walt Disney World snacks, with pineapple floats, vanilla swirls, and of course, Citrus Swirls being a priority for many foodies and Disney fans visiting the Magic Kingdom. Inspired by Orange Bird, the Citrus Swirl has a massive following of fans who prefer this cool treat to its pineapple counterpart, but this week it seems like some feathers a
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17 February
Disney World Park Reservations SOLD OUT for President’s Day
Typically on Fridays, we would give our readers a last-minute update on Theme Park Reservation availability at the Walt Disney World Resort for the upcoming weekend. Unfortunately, this week, we have news to deliver early. As of 4:30 pm on Thursday, February 17, we can confirm that ALL Disney Park Reservations for ALL groups have been claimed for February 21, 2022, AKA President's Day, as well as
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17 February
12 Terrific Facts About the Magic Kingdom Utilidors
Since discovering Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom has utilidors, I have been very interested in what exactly goes on down there. This area, known as the utilidors, is a series of tunnels that makes it possible for Cast Members to move between lands and across the Park in an efficient, covert manner. Thanks to the utilidors, Guests don’t watch dumpsters being rolled around the “on stage” Park are
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16 February
Disney Park Pass Reservations Are Nearly Sold Out as Walt Disney World Prepares for Heavy Crowds
Walt Disney World is preparing for heavier than usual crowds, with many of the busiest days on the crowd calendar already underway and continuing into March. One indicator of the upcoming heavy crowd levels, is the Disney Park Pass Reservation calendar, which for the first time since the holiday season is showing multiple parks are at capacity for multiple dates. Crowds are expected throughout thi
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15 February
Disney Mask Policy Clarity: NO Vaccination Status Check Announced
In the early afternoon of February 15, The Walt Disney World Resort announced that it was making face masks optional in all indoor and outdoor areas save for enclosed Disney transportation situations like the Monorail, Disney Skyliner, and Bus. The caveat to this is that the loosening of restrictions is intended only for those who qualify for what is currently recognized as “fully vaccinated
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15 February
7 Facts You May Not Know About Cinderella Castle
Cinderella (1950) debuted 72 years ago today, cementing the legacy of the Disney Princess that began in 1937 with the release of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Since the film's release, Cinderella has been a large part of what makes the Magic Kingdom, and particularly Fantasyland so memorable, with Prince Charming Regal Carrousel, the chance to meet Cinderella herself at Princess Fairytale Hall,
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