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Spencer is a lifelong lover of theme parks, princesses, and Disney history that recently relocated to Northern California. She completed her undergraduate studies at UCLA, where she was the founder and first president of the campus Disney Club. A former Cast Member still mourning the loss of the Disney Store, she now haunts the halls of the Walt Disney Family Museum, and shares her opinions with anyone who will listen @pinknpurble everywhere.

Disney Guests Doused at Wilderness Lodge During Cold Front Storm

Donald Duck, umbrella in hand, welcomes guests inside the impressive Disney Wilderness Lodge Resort, surrounded by iconic wooden beams and rustic teepees that capture the magic of Disney’s wilderness-themed destination.

Have you ever visited Disney’s Wilderness Lodge at the Walt Disney World Resort? If you have, you’ll know the Deluxe Resort hotel is famous for its picturesque setting which blends a luxury experience with down-to-earth accommodations. First opened in 1994 as part of an expansion to the Magic Kingdom Resort Area, the Wilderness Lodge draws inspiration from our National Parks’ ...

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Disney Parks Announces Closure of Popular Pixar ‘Cars’ Attraction

Mickey Mouse stands with a forlorn expression beside Lightning McQueen from Pixar Cars, under a prominent "Sorry, We're Closed" sign, embodying the unmistakable emptiness and disappointment fans feel when Disney Parks aren’t open.

A fan-favorite attraction based on the hit Disney Pixar film, Cars (2006), will apparently close in early 2023 according to the Disney Parks calendar. Cars tells the story of stuck-up racing celebrity, Lightning McQueen, and his journey to realizing what’s truly important after becoming stranded in the small Route 66 town of Radiator Springs on his way to race for ...

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Disney Imagineer Confirms Secret Changes to ‘Dinosaur’ at Animal Kingdom

Mickey Mouse and Pluto join dinosaur skeletons for a fun photo op in front of the DINOSAUR attraction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, with a lively “Shh!” adding to the playful atmosphere.

The news about changes to DINOSAUR, a popular thrill ride utilizing enhanced motion vehicles, comes on the heels of a D23 Expo announcement to completely replace Dinoland, U.S.A. at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom. Many Guests give Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park a reputation for being the most “chill” in terms of environment out of all four theme parks at the ...

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Did Universal Steal Disney World’s MagicBand+ For Super Nintendo World?

At Universal Studios’ Super Nintendo World, one child proudly scans a Mario Power-Up Band while another swipes a Mickey wristband nearby. Between them, an animated cartoon of a disappointed Mickey Mouse pops up onscreen, playfully showcasing the friendly competition between Universal and Disney fans.

A new feature introduced at Super Nintendo World by Universal Studios allows users to engage in interactive areas and experiences throughout the land in a way extremely similar to Disney’s MagicBand+. During the 50th Anniversary Celebration at the Walt Disney World Resort, Disney introduced MagicBand+, an upgraded version of their wearable Park admission. In addition to entering a theme park, ...

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Disney World Prioritizes Inclusivity and Diversity With New Figment Merchandise

Create your own Magic" black tee featuring a vibrant Figment design from Disney’s latest Figment merchandise collection; guests beaming at a Disney park art kiosk.

Today, Disney Parks announced new merchandise featuring Figment the dragon will debut during EPCOT’s International Festival of the Arts with a focus on diverse and inclusive artistic expression. Of course, the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts returns from January 13 through February 20, 2023. RELATED: Guests Shut Down Classic EPCOT Attraction Walt Disney World’s International Festival of the Arts presented ...

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New Nintendo Land at Universal Competes With Upcoming Disney Attraction Release

Mario, Luigi, and Princess Peach strike a fun pose inside Super Nintendo World at Universal Nintendo Land, while Minnie Mouse looks on from the right with an amusingly annoyed expression.

Universal Studios just announced the opening date for their new Nintendo-themed land, but will it step on the toes of Disney Parks’ newest entertainment offerings? In honor of the Walt Disney Company’s 100th anniversary, Disney will culminate this milestone across their theme parks worldwide through featured merchandise, food, decor, and entertainment. The celebration kicks off at the Disneyland Resort and ...

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Disney Store Opens First New Location After Year of Closures

Mickey and Minnie Mouse welcome a guest outside a brand-new Disney Store, standing beneath the uplifting "Imagine the Possibilities" sign, capturing the signature magic and excitement Disney fans love.

After shutting down nearly every one of its locations worldwide during the height of the pandemic, the Disney Store has finally opened a new standalone location. As Disney fans and bereaved Cast Members will recall, after a consistent run from 1987 up until 2020, the Walt Disney Company made the decision to permanently close almost all of their Disney Store ...

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Disney World Makes Change To Extended Evening Theme Park Hours

Minnie Mouse joins guests gathered beneath a dazzling fireworks display above the illuminated Disney World castle, soaking in the enchantment of extended park hours. The word "Change" appears overhead.

Walt Disney World has made a significant change to its Extended Evening Theme Park Hours offering in the upcoming months. The Extended Evening Theme Park Hours is a new perk offered to Guests staying on property at the Walt Disney World Resort. With a valid same-day park reservation or Park Hopper admission, Guests staying at qualifying hotels, such as a ...

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Disney Cast Member Protest Unsuccessful At Raising Wages

Minnie Mouse stands in front of the iconic Disney castle as cast members march by with protest signs, drawing attention to a movement for improved wages and working conditions within the Disney parks.

Amidst demands for a living wage, a Cast Member union representing over 40,000 Walt Disney World employees held an unsuccessful protest which did not convince the Company to renegotiate their contracts after four months of work. Since August of 2022, the Service Trade Unions Council (STCU) Collective, including Disney World’s Local 737 union, has made a stand for wage increases ...

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Disney Investor Opens Lawsuit Over Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill

Mickey Mouse holding a DeSantis sign stands beside Donald Duck at Disney World; nearby, the Disney logo is decorated with an LGBTQ+ flag and inviting message, capturing the atmosphere of recent news about Disney's legal and cultural spotlight.

The Walt Disney Company now faces a lawsuit from an investor to subpoena documents relating to its “Don’t Say Gay Bill” response. The lawsuit hinges on the subsequent tensions between Disney and DeSantis over Walt Disney World’s Reedy Creek Improvement District. Recently, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced the introduction of a bill that would target the rights of LGBTQ+ people ...

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