Many Guests loved Duffy when he was at Walt Disney World. He was the adorable, lovable toy to Mickey Mouse. There was a fun photo opportunity at EPCOT and many were sad when he packed up and moved away. Duffy currently lives in Shanghai, and he has a new little friend. Disney Parks Blog would like to introduce you to LinaBell. Here’s what Charlie Watanabe shared: “We are ...

Disney announced that all Cast Members are be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by October 22nd, 2021. This has not settled well for some, and a protest has been scheduled to occur today, September 17th, 2021. According to Fox News:   “On Friday, Walt Disney World cast members plan to march against the company’s recent COVID-19 vaccine mandate. ...

We are officially two weeks away from the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World on October 1st, 2021. This is such an exciting time not only for Guests visiting the Parks but those who have put so much work into making it all possible. Today Jeff Vahle shared on Instagram photos with Community leaders getting to see the addition to the France ...

There are lots of new additions coming to EPCOT for the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World. With the new firework show Harmonious and the new attraction, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure the new Spaceship Earth Beacon of Magic lights can sometimes be put on the back burner. Zach Riddley shared a photo that shows it should not be forgotten. Here’s what he said on ...

Many Guests are getting some exciting mail lately. For Guests who have ordered the 50th Anniversary Magic Bands, they are being shipped and sent out. These limited edition magic bands were only available for Annual Pass Holders who had not ordered their Magic Band yet and Disney Resort Guests who had not ordered theirs yet either. I received my Magic Band in the mail ...

Zach Ridley shared with Disney Parks Blog behind the scenes information about the brand new firework show Harmonious which will debut October 1st, 2021, for the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World. Music is a large part of these shows, and Harmonious will be no different. You can see the video he shared here. Zach Ridley said:  “Harmonious,” the new nighttime spectacular ...

If you missed it, you get to have a photo opportunity for the Disney Junior fan in your group. Disney Springs wanted to celebrate the recent premiere of two new Disney Junior series. Spidey and His Amazing Friends and Mickey Mouse Funhouse. This is what Michael Elliott shared with us on Disney Parks Blog:  To celebrate the recent premieres of two new ...

Liz Diaz is an assistant construction manager at Walt Disney World. She shared with Disney Parks Blog and Lisa Kanazawa her story and how she got to where she is today:   We’re excited to kick off Hispanic Latinx Heritage Month from now through Oct. 15 by celebrating the inspirational stories of our Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Imagineers and cast members. ...

If you’ve ever been to Walt Disney World you know that it would not be possible without their outstanding Cast Members. They are what keeps the Park up and running and help make your vacation so magical. Walt Disney World sees the importance of these amazing people and decided to dedicate the Mickey and Minnie’s Fab 50 Character Collection Sculpture to their Cast ...

We are finding out more information about the new dining option coming to Disney’s Contemporary Resort. If you’ve wanted to make reservations for Steakhouse 71, you officially can. Disney Parks Blog recently gave us lots of new information about the new restaurant, and here is what Karen McClintock shared with us.   “Steakhouse 71, located on the first floor of Disney’s Contemporary Resort, will open ...