Walt Disney World

  • Oct- 2021 -
    9 October

    Top Places for a Chili Crawl in Disney World Right Now

    The first week of October is a time when many folks across the country celebrate National Chili Week. Even with most chili cook-offs and other contests now over or ending, the reality is that you really don’t need to turn to a specific time of year to enjoy a great big bowl of that hearty classic. Even though it comes in a profuse range of variations (some of which can be vastly different from the

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  • 8 October
    Cast Member Costumes

    Supply Shortages Impact Cast Member Costumes at Walt Disney World

    Industry segments across the country and the world have been dealing with supply shortages since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March of last year, primarily due to labor shortages in getting certain products made and shipped. Outside of the labor shortage, and perhaps the rental car shortage if you had planned on driving a rental in the past year or so to Walt Disney World, we have not see

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  • 8 October
    Basin Disney Bath Bombs

    New Disney Villains Bath Bombs Now Available at Basin!

    Basin is one of our favorite places to shop at the Walt Disney World Resort! With two locations on property, one at Disney Springs and the other inside Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, we always make a point to stop at Basin to pick up some bath bombs, lotion and more during each Disney trip. If you are a fan of Basin's products too, you simply must check out the newest bath bombs in their

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  • 8 October
    As the sun sets over Disney Springs, the vibrant World of Disney store glows with its iconic illuminated sign and towering glass doors, drawing excited guests inside to discover exclusive Disney merchandise and magical souvenirs after an unforgettable day at Walt Disney World.

    Selective Souvenir Shopping at Walt Disney World

    In theory, the idea behind souvenirs is that we buy them to remember a particular place and time that we enjoyed.  The word comes directly from the French language; souvenir means “to remember.”  When it comes to Walt Disney World, I have no trouble remembering my trips, and yet I still come home with souvenirs every time.  Over time, I’ve tried to be a more discerning shopper.  I’ve come up with

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  • 8 October
    Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke MagicBand and purse in blue, decorated with Mickey Mouse and Cinderella Castle art, featuring gold accents and black trim—perfect collectibles for Disney fans celebrating the magic in style.

    Mickey & Minnie 50th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke Bags and MagicBand Arrive on shopDisney!

    We've seen lots of new merchandise roll out around Walt Disney World for “The Most Magical Celebration on Earth,” but we've still been (not-so-patiently) waiting for more of the products to make their way over to shopDisney so Guests at home can order them, too! Today, some of the newest 50th anniversary items to land on shopDisney are two Dooney & Bourke bags with EARidescent print de

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  • 8 October
    "The Most Magical Story on Earth"

    “The Most Magical Story on Earth” ABC Special is Now Available on Disney+

    Earlier this week in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World, ABC aired a special called, “The Most Magical Story on Earth.” Part celebration of all things Walt Disney World with celebrities and special Guests sharing their memories from the resort and part documentary, with never before seen archival footage, the special largely exceeded fans' expectations. In case yo

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  • 7 October
    Beloved Disney characters gather in front of a glowing castle at sunset, with "Disney Wonderful Worlds" displayed above—evoking the enchantment and immersive atmosphere of Disney parks for fans of themed entertainment and magical mobile gaming experiences.

    Disney Wonderful Worlds, a Mobile Puzzle Game Inspired by Disney Parks, Just Launched!

    Disney has been sharing lots of news for gamers, both on PCs and consoles and for those Disney fans who prefer to play on mobile, and we've got another exciting release to share! The latest gamer news comes with today's release of Disney Wonderful Worlds, an all-new puzzle game loaded with Disney characters, decorations, and more just for your mobile device. Disney Wonderful Worlds is directly ins

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  • 7 October
    A guest shows off a Mickey Mouse mummy plush clutching a pumpkin inside a Halloween-themed Disney merchandise shop, right beside the popular Mickey Mummy Popcorn Bucket.

    NEW Mickey Mummy Popcorn Bucket is Now Available at Disney Springs!

    We love a good popcorn bucket here at Disney Fanatic! One of Walt Disney World's newest popcorn buckets, the Mickey Mummy Popcorn Bucket, is now available at Disney Springs while supplies last! If you happen to be visiting Disney Springs soon, this popcorn bucket can be found at outdoor popcorn kiosks near World of Disney, Paddlefish, and the Disney Food Trucks. The Mickey Mummy Popcorn Bucket, li

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  • 6 October
    Guests tossing confetti in front of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom on a bright, sunny day, capturing magical PhotoPass shots filled with whimsical Disney fun.

    New Disney PhotoPass Magic Shots for the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World

    The latest enhancement for Guests visiting Walt Disney World during “The Most Magical Celebration on Earth,” comes with today's announcement from the Disney Parks Blog of new Disney PhotoPass Magic Shots just for the occasion! New Magic Shots arriving at the theme parks for the 50th anniversary include the confetti Magic Shot in the Magic Kingdom, located at the park entrance and the b

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  • 6 October
    Disney Tradewinds

    New Watercraft, Tradewinds, Sets Sail at Walt Disney World!

    A new motor cruiser boat was recently launched for Guests visiting the Magic Kingdom. The new watercraft, called Tradewinds, will be helping Guests arrive at the Magic Kingdom by bringing them across Bay Lake and Seven Seas Lagoon, and Disney transportation Cast Members even had a part in naming the new boat! The new motor cruiser joins the fleet right at the start of the 50th anniversary celebrat

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