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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.

New Enchanted Tiki Room Mug Coming To Disney World Features Beloved Bird

Step into the vibrant Tiki Room at Disneyland, where Minnie Mouse makes a playful cartoon appearance alongside a shocked emoji and a small tiki statue nestled on a mossy backdrop—all highlighted by an exclusive Disney Tiki Room collector’s mug that every fan will recognize.

Fans of Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room will want to hear about the latest collectible Tiki Mug at the Walt Disney World Resort, inspired by an iconic feathered friend! The Enchanted Tiki Room is a classic staple of Disney History. In fact, it’s one of the first forays into audio-animatronic technology by the Walt Disney Company, and Disneyland’s version of ...

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Enter This Giveaway To Win This Piece of Walt Disney History!

Classic black-and-white photos showcase the Walt Disney Birthplace, with Walt Disney himself, iconic Disney characters like Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, and two children enjoying the magic; an engraved commemorative brick is displayed at the center.

A new contest hosted by the Walt Disney Birthplace Restoration Project will giveaway a true piece of Walt Disney history in celebration of his 121st birthday. As we likely all know, Walter Elias Disney was born on December 5, 1901, in Hermosa, part of Chicago, Illinois. Walt’s father was the son of a farmer and worked many different jobs, including ...

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Do Disney World’s ‘Avatar’ Blue Noodles Belong In ‘Star Wars’ Galaxy’s Edge?

A vibrant poke bowl, Grogu savoring Star Wars blue noodles reminiscent of Galaxy’s Edge treats, and a guest enthusiastically enjoying themed noodles, all featured in an immersive three-panel layout.

Star Wars fans feel that Walt Disney World should serve the blue noodles featured in Pandora’s Ocean Moon Bowl at Galaxy’s Edge instead. In honor of the new James Cameron film, Avatar: The Way of Water, Disney Parks announced the release of all new additions to the menu at Satu’li Canteen, plus special merchandise and entertainment on the Tree of ...

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Dame Julie Andrews Says Hathaway Is Too Old For Disney ‘The Princess Diaries 3’

A guest wearing glasses and another channeling Julie Andrews from The Princess Diaries beam with excitement as Minnie Mouse poses with them, creating a magical moment straight out of a Disney park experience.

Has the iconic Julie Andrews rejected Disney’s upcoming The Princess Diaries 3 on the grounds that she and co-star Anne Hathaway are too old? The Hollywood Reporter recently quoted the famed actress as saying, “It would be too late to do it now.” Say what you will about Disney Millenials, childless or otherwise, but if there’s one thing for sure, ...

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Even More New ‘Avatar’ Eats Coming to Pandora at Disney World

On the left, the bustling interior of a themed Disney restaurant; on the right, a vibrant dessert and Minnie Mouse illustration inspired by Avatar Pandora’s imaginative world at Disney World.

Here’s a look at even more of the upcoming menu items Walt Disney World will offer at the Satu’li Canteen in Pandora: the World of Avatar to celebrate the release of James Cameron’s second film in the franchise. We’ve already covered some of the new delicious bites coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park to celebrate Avatar: The Way of Water (2022), ...

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Will Disney+ Streaming Save ‘Strange World?’

Three guests strike a pose on the red carpet at a movie premiere, standing alongside the animated heroes from Disney’s Strange World with the classic Disney logo displayed nearby—a star-studded moment for fans of Disney films and characters.

Disney’s latest Twitter announcement confirms that Strange World (2022), the 61st film from the Walt Disney Animation Studios, will soon make its Disney+ debut. But will that be enough to save the groundbreaking movie and its diverse cast from completely flopping with audiences? Disney’s Strange World follows the futuristic exploits of a legendary family when they land on an uncharted ...

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PHOTO: This Disney Character Costume Cost $19,000!

Beloved Disney characters gather in front of the iconic castle, surrounded by colorful balloons, as Goofy waves enthusiastically from the right in his signature outfit, welcoming guests to the magical world of Disney.

Have you seen this $19,000 character performer costume from the Magic Kingdom? One of the best experiences you can have at a Disney Park is often meeting characters. Indeed, it seems there’s always someone new to visit within the entertainment department, and even meeting the same characters over and over, you’re guaranteed a different experience every time! RELATED: The Crazy Costs ...

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New Disney Parks Event Is a Must For Princess Fans

A sparkling jeweled tiara, Minnie Mouse in a pink fairy costume, and Disney princesses greeting guests create an enchanting Disney Princess celebration for park visitors.

Disney Parks has just announced an all-new event catering to fans of the Disney Princess Franchise coming in 2023. Princesses have captivated Disney viewers since the premiere of Walt Disney’s first feature-length animated film, Snow White (1937). There’s just something about the touch of grace, elegance, and whimsy that make the demure heroines like Cinderella, the dedicated dreamers like Tiana, ...

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Disney Releases New Blue Menu at Animal Kingdom to Celebrate ‘Avatar’ Sequel

A couple enjoying Disney World, their Disney avatar smiling with delicious park treats, alongside a surprised emoji reacting to a vibrant new salad from the exciting menu.

Disney has cooked up an all-new menu item at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom to celebrate the upcoming release of Avatar: The Way of Water.  There are many details about Pandora: the World of Avatar to love at Animal Kingdom Park. From the immersive ride experiences on Na’vi River Journey and Flight of Passage to the thematic worldbuilding, you truly ...

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‘Avatar’ Director James Cameron Says Disney World Could Get a New Ride

Left: An Avatar character from Pandora exploring an underwater scene. Right: Brand new ride vehicles with empty blue seats at the latest attraction. Center: Goofy and a friendly cartoon turtle add whimsical Disney magic.

A new ride based on the upcoming Avatar sequel could be coming to Pandora at the Walt Disney World Resort soon according to the film’s director, James Cameron. Ever since the Walt Disney Company acquired Fox Studios, fans have anticipated more use of the former Fox intellectual property, Avatar, within Disney Parks. Of course, when Pandora: the World of Avatar ...

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