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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.

Where to Find the Mickey Mouse Snow Globe Sipper at Walt Disney World

Mickey and Minnie celebrate the holidays at the park in their festive Christmas outfits, with Minnie holding a gift beside a limited-edition Mickey Mouse snow globe sipper.

If you want each sip to feel absolutely holly jolly, then you need the Mickey Mouse Snow Globe Sipper offered at the Walt Disney World Resort for a limited time this Christmas! Sippers and popcorn buckets are easily two of the most collectible pieces of merchandise offered at any Disney Park. From the Infinity Gauntlet Sipper to the Steamboat Willie ...

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Frozen Fans Cannot Get Over the Olaf Hot Cocoa Surprise at Walt Disney World!

Olaf cocoa surprise at Disney World featuring a whimsical chocolate Olaf treat, a steaming mug of hot chocolate, an animated Olaf graphic, and cast members dressed as Frozen characters set against a magical snowy backdrop.

Fans of Olaf from Frozen (2012) can’t wait for the return of this Walt Disney World hot cocoa surprise. The beloved characters from Frozen are no strangers to the Disney Parks, or their delectable and often Instagram-able treats! In fact, many delicious and delightful offerings at the Walt Disney World Resort draw their inspiration from Olaf, Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, and ...

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We Can’t Get Walt Disney World’s New Christmas DOLE Whip Off Our Minds

Mickey, Minnie, and friends dressed in festive Christmas outfits celebrate the holidays at a sun-soaked Disney resort, with a bright green Dole Whip-inspired holiday treat topped with a playful Disney character decoration.

The holiday season just got a whole lot merrier with the introduction of Walt Disney World’s Christmas DOLE Whip dessert! RELATED: The Muppet Christmas Carol Features at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Enjoying all the fabulous and flavorful Disney-fied fare has always been one of the best parts of a Disney World vacation any time. However, the themed treats and tots ...

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Orlando International Airport Closed Indefinitely for Damage Assessment Due to Tropical Storm Nicole

Inside Orlando International Airport, a large "CLOSED" sign stands out in the terminal, while digital boards filled with Delta flight cancellations replace the usual buzz of travelers headed to nearby attractions like Disney World and Universal Studios.

UPDATE: MCO has since reopened and airport operations have returned to normal following Tropical Storm Nicole. The Orlando International Airport (MCO) has released a statement today confirming they have closed indefinitely due to Tropical Storm Nicole. As Tropical Storm Nicole passes along the Florida coast, many businesses, like the Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Studios Orlando Resort, have enacted ...

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Guests Can Finally Visit Iconic Disneyland Apartment in ‘Walt’s Main Street Story’ Tour

The Partners statue in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle, with a whimsical Tinker Bell sign welcoming Walt's Main Street Story Tour Guests.

Disneyland Resort Guests willing to pay the price to “stroll along a storied street” can now embark on a magical journey down Main Street, U.S.A. to learn its history and visit a very special location previously inaccessible to the general public: Walt Disney’s original Fire Station Apartment. During the construction of the now Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney built an apartment ...

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Disney World’s FREE Santa Claus Meet and Greet to Use Virtual Queue

At Disney World, Santa Claus glides through the park in a glittering holiday sleigh as Mickey Mouse, decked out in his own Santa suit, spreads cheer to thrilled guests. Up front, visitors snap photos of the scene and track their spot in the festivities using the virtual queue app on their phones—blending Disney magic with seamlessly innovative technology for an unforgettable holiday experience.

Walt Disney World Guests can meet Santa Claus for free by joining a virtual queue. Read on to find out how! The holiday season is one of the most magical times of the year, and if you’re searching for a magical Christmastime, look no further than the Magic Kingdom and the Walt Disney World Resort! In fact, from Magic Kingdom’s ...

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Cast Member Union to Lead Protest Against Low Wages in Walt Disney World

Cast Members rally at Disney World, carrying a bold "DISNEY WORKERS NEED A RAISE" banner in front of Cinderella Castle, while Genie makes an appearance on the right.

Click here for updated information on this story. Six of the unions with the Service Trade Unions Council (STCU) will gather together in late November to protest low wages for Cast Members at the Walt Disney World Resort. RELATED: Cast Members React to Seeing Fantasmic! For the First Time Since 2020 When visiting a Disney Park, positive interactions and exceptional service ...

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Walt Disney World Updates Park Hours in Wake of Hurricane Nicole

On the left, Hurricane Nicole’s projected path appears on a map; on the right, smiling kids with colorful balloons join Mickey Mouse at Disney World, showcasing the park’s magical atmosphere even in the face of Hurricane Nicole.

As the newly renamed Hurricane Nicole edges closer and closer to the Florida coast, many businesses, like the Walt Disney World Resort, are enacting closures to protect resident safety. On the heels of Hurricane Ian, the National Hurricane Center pushed to classify Nicole as a full-fledged hurricane today, but even before this  Disney and Universal Studios Orlando Resort announced closures ...

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Tropical Storm Nicole Reaches Hurricane Status As It Nears Florida Coast

Weather map tracking Hurricane Nicole off the coast of Florida, with Disney World icons like Ariel and Cinderella Castle highlighted as the storm moves toward Orlando’s famous theme park destination.

Since this article was composed, new information regarding Park hours at the Walt Disney World Resort has been released. Please refer to this article for updates on the situation.  Many residents and non-residents of the Sunshine State alike have been following the onset of Tropical Storm Nicole, and not just because of its impact on the Walt Disney World Resort. ...

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Merchandise Mobile Order Pick Up Testing Begins at Disney Park

The iconic World of Disney store entrance greets guests, as Minnie Mouse browses through shelves of magical Disney merchandise, with a convenient mobile order pick-up stand ready for park-goers at Disneyland.

Disney Guests who want to maximize their Park time can now pre-order merchandise for Mobile Order pick up at select locations. When planning a vacation to a Disney Park, there are a few steps you can take to save time and money. For example, placing food orders from the mobile app, and utilizing perks like Genie+ and Lightning Lane can ...

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