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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 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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Only One Classic ‘Mountain’ Attraction Will Be Open In Magic Kingdom This January

Mickey Mouse greets guests near Space Mountain at Magic Kingdom, with Big Thunder Mountain Railroad rising in the background, while Donald Duck enjoys a good book by Splash Mountain.

Between Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and EPCOT, nobody can deny that the most classic attractions in Walt Disney World are located in Magic Kingdom. RELATED: Diehard Splash Mountain Fans Continue to Petition Against ‘The Princess and the Frog’ Retheme Traveling around the Disney Park, Guests can find classic attractions such as the Pirates of the Caribbean in Adventureland, the ...

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We (Finally!) Know When Roundup Rodeo BBQ Will Open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and friends welcome guests beside the colorful Roundup Rodeo sign in Toy Story Land, with an "Opening Soon" banner announcing the anticipated arrival of Roundup Rodeo BBQ at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Toy Story Land is about to get more exciting at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Its newest restaurant (and first table-service restaurant) was announced in 2019, bringing new BBQ-inspired eats right to Andy’s backyard in a totally unique setting. While we have watched construction move along on the site of Roundup Rodeo BBQ, and while Disney has hinted at its near-completion, it ...

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This Walt Disney World Restaurant Is Offering a Boozy Twist For National Hot Cocoa Day

Three cheerful mugs of hot chocolate decorated with a cartoon Mickey Mouse and the phrase "YOU HAVE CHOSEN WISELY" are served on a wooden tray, capturing the adventurous Disney magic of Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar at Disney Springs.

Whether visiting Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, EPCOT, or Disney Springs, Walt Disney World Resort is full of delicious snacks, foods, and drinks.  Now that it’s that time of year and the world is gearing up for the holidays, Walt Disney World Resort is full of seasonal eats and treats to try! But who says that only the kids ...

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Love It or Hate It, This Divisive Animal Kingdom Attraction Is Closing In January

Goofy snaps photos as Minnie Mouse, dressed in a playful zebra outfit, greets guests at the entrance of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, with the adventurous Kali River Rapids nearby.

When compared to the attendance of Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and EPCOT, Animal Kingdom is arguably the least popular Disney Park at Walt Disney World, which is sort of like being the shortest dwarf. Each Disney Park is full of delicious food, fun experiences, and that one-of-a-kind Disney magic. While Animal Kingdom is also amazing, it’s also simply visited less ...

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Another Favorite Magic Kingdom Attraction Is Closing in January

Mickey Mouse and Pluto, equipped with tools, get ready for adventure at Disney World, featuring a whimsical train ride and the iconic Cinderella Castle in the background—looks like preparations are underway for the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad refurbishment!.

Is there such thing as an “off-season” at Walt Disney World anymore? In years past, certain months out of the year have been among the best times to visit Disney Parks as crowds would be lighter and pricing could sometimes be more affordable. While off-seasons may not be as prevalent in terms of fewer crowds, there remains one time of ...

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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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