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  • Pandora Disney Parks Valentine’s Day 2020 Collection is Out of this Galaxy

    Pandora Disney Parks Valentine’s Day 2020 Collection is Out of this Galaxy

    If your looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift then look no further because the Pandora Disney Parks Valentine’s Day 2020 Collection has arrived!

    The Pandora Disney Parks charms for the Pandora Valentine’s Day 2020 Collection includes a Disney couple castle charm, a Space Mountain charm and a Millennium Falcon charm.

    Take a look at the collection below:

    Pandora Disney Parks
    Couple Forever Charm

    The Pandora Disney Parks Couple Forever Dangle Charm features a castle filled with sparkling clear stones and has a couple holding hands in front of the castle which hangs separately from the bale.

    Pandora Disney Parks
    Star Wars Millennium Falcon Dangle

    The Pandora Disney Parks Star Wars Millennium Falcon Dangle has a silver tag bearing the famous Star Wars logo hanging separately from the sparkling pavé bale.

    Pandora Disney Parks
    Space Mountain Charm

    Just in time to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the attraction, the Pandora Disney Parks Space Mountain charm features a glittering dark blue enamel line and is adorned with a small silver disc hanging beneath with the Disney Space Mountain attraction logo on it.

    Source: The Art of Pandora

  • NEW Mickey Mouse and Friends Park Icon Loungefly Backpack Now at Disney Parks

    NEW Mickey Mouse and Friends Park Icon Loungefly Backpack Now at Disney Parks

    Loungefly has released a new Mickey Mouse and Friends backpack as part of the Disney Park Life Collection and it is totes adorbs!

    Now you can take Mickey Mouse and friends wherever you go with this mini backpack by Loungefly covered in a retro pattern with stylized character art and park icons to make this a wonderfully whimsical carry-all for everyone.

    In the lively print on this mini backpack by Loungefly, Mickey and Minnie snuggle in a teacup while Donald, Pluto, Goofy, and Chip ‘n Dale see the sights at Walt Disney World Resort as you can see below:

    Don’t let its compact size fool you, it has plenty of space for all your Park visit essentials and it retails for $75.00 at Disney World, Disneyland and shopDisney.

  • ‘Moana’ Inspired Dole Whip Float Now Available All Day At Walt Disney World

    ‘Moana’ Inspired Dole Whip Float Now Available All Day At Walt Disney World

    The Moana inspired Dole Whip float is now avaiable all day long at Disney World!

    This yummy treat takes its inspiration from the Kakamora who are a savage tribe of pirates, donning armor made of coconuts, that Moana and Maui encounter on their voyage in Disney’s 2016 animated feature film Moana.

    The Kakamora Float is Coconut soft-serve served on top of pineapple juice and non-alcoholic blue curaçao syrup topped with a chocolate Kakamora cake pop as you can see below:

    The Kakamora Float was first introduced exclusively for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, but the delicious treat was so popular it’s sticking around even after the party is over.

    The Kakamora Float costs $6.99 at Aloha Isle in the Magic Kingdom and we’re guessing will only be available for a limited time.

  • Get Paid $4,000 to Visit Walt Disney World and Other Theme Parks for Three Weeks

    Get Paid $4,000 to Visit Walt Disney World and Other Theme Parks for Three Weeks

    Wouldn’t it be great if you could get paid to go to Disney World!? Well luckily you can, because there is a company out there that will pay you to do just that!

    A United Kingdom travel agency called Ocean Florida is now hiring a Theme Park Tester.

    The job will take place for three weeks in April and May. For details and sign up information take a look below:

    If you’re lucky enough to land the job, you’ll be paid about $3,900 to travel to theme parks throughout Florida, including those at Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld Orlando, to “test and fully experience everything from rides, fireworks and shows, to the tastiness of the food and the cuddliness of the much-loved Disney characters.”

    As a professional Florida Theme Park Tester, you will spend three magical weeks in Orlando’s most popular theme parks during April/May (depending on availability) and will be tasked with providing essential feedback on each park based on the below criteria:

    • Overall experience
    • Quality and variety of food & drink
    • Souvenirs & brand merchandise
    • Suitability for families/couples
    • Thrill factor for each ride, show, and display
    • Parades
    • Photo ops

    As the successful applicant, you will be social media savvy and capture top-notch photo/video content for each element of your experience, as well as a daily video diary. You’ll be encouraged to share your experience on your own Instagram account and potentially take over the Ocean Florida social channels.Job Info/What you get:

    • $3,900 salary
    • Option to bring a partner/friend/family member (18+) if desired
    • Travel and accommodation costs will be covered for you and +1 for the duration of the three-week testing period
    • A daily budget to cover specific review activities – such as rating the infamous Hogsmeade Butterbeer
    • Fast passes/ photo passes provided throughout the duration of the job (rides, food, tickets, etc)
    • Go Pro camera to capture content
    • Fitbit to measure steps and heart-rate during different activities

    In addition to the $3,900 salary, all travel costs, including hotels and park tickets, will be covered for you. You’ll also get a daily budget, along with a GoPro camera and Fitbit to measure your steps and heart rate.

    You have to be 18 or older to apply, and must answer a series of questions. The deadline to submit your application is Jan. 31.

    To learn more and to apply, click here.

  • New Annual Passholder Magnet Coming to Epcot International Festival of the Arts

    New Annual Passholder Magnet Coming to Epcot International Festival of the Arts

    The Epcot International Festival of the Arts will return on January 17-February 24, and this year, you can pick up a complimentary “Artful Mickey” Passholder magnet!

    The “Artful Mickey” Passholder magnet is painted by Will Gay, who will be featured at this year’s festival.

    Passholders can also purchase exclusive merchandise and enjoy discounts on Disney on Broadway Concert Series Dining Packages. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner before attending an evening showcase of iconic Disney on Broadway songs at the America Gardens Theatre. Passholders can save 10% on dining packages!

    Also use your annual pass to take the time to enjoy all that the festival has to offer this season, including art seminars and workshops, art performances – from acrobatics to living statues, Figment’s Brush with the Masters Scavenger Hunt, Food Studios that offer twists on delectable bites, including the new Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine and much more!

  • New Sam Eagle Inspired Restaurant Coming to Epcot’s American Adventure Pavilion

    New Sam Eagle Inspired Restaurant Coming to Epcot’s American Adventure Pavilion

    Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue — Inspired by the Honorable Sam Eagle — is a new fast-casual restaurant coming soon to The American Adventure pavilion in Epcot.

    The restaurant takes its name from the venerable Sam Eagle, the Muppet known for his patriotism and strict sense of duty and honor. He takes all things seriously … and barbecue is certainly one of those things. 

    Regal Eagle Smokehouse will be the site for “Sam’s Centennial Cook-Off: A Salute to All Cook-Offs but Mostly Barbecue.” Guests will be the beneficiaries of this contest – described as “a competition fit for all patriots and pit masters” – as it brings in a variety of classic backyard barbecue selections from across the country to vie for Sam’s top honor.

    Sam’s unmistakable visage will be part of the décor at this new restaurant. For instance, you’ll see him on the sign as you walk in …

    … and inside, on a poster highlighting the barbecue competition.

    He will also be incorporated into new Regal Eagle Smokehouse merchandise available exclusively at this tasty locale. 

    Keep checking the Disney Dorks for more information on this fun new restaurant and when it officially open its doors later this winter.

  • BREAKING: Bus Service to Hollywood Studios and Epcot Reduced Due to Disney Skyliner

    BREAKING: Bus Service to Hollywood Studios and Epcot Reduced Due to Disney Skyliner

    Disney Skyliner has proven to be a massive success and has prompted Disney to reduce bus service to Hollywood Studios and Epcot at Pop Century Resort and is encouraging guests to ride the Skyliner starting today.

    Disney’s Riviera Resort, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, and Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort which also have Skyliner access have not altered their bus schedules as of yet.

    Signs have been posted around Disney’s Pop Century Resort advising guests that buses traveling to Epcot and Hollywood Studios will only depart once an hour as you can see in the post below:

    Bus service to Disney’s Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom are unaffected by the change.

    Disney Skyliner’s current schedule will remain unaltered, but this change now makes Disney Skyliner the preferred mode of transportation between Pop Century and Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot.

  • Alice in Wonderland Inspired Cheesecake Coming to Magic Kingdom

    Alice in Wonderland Inspired Cheesecake Coming to Magic Kingdom

    We’re all mad here about the new Alice in Wonderland inspired dessert coming to Disney Villains After Dark this year at Magic Kingdom.

    This yummy delight is a Cheesecake mousse with raspberry gelee, red cocoa butter, and buttercream leaves.

    The cheesecake is a beautiful shade of red and comes in the shape of a rose. They’re calling it “Painting the Roses Red” and you can find it at Cheshire Café in the Magic Kingdom. Take a look below at few more Alice in Wonderland inspired treats coming to the event:

    Royal Majesty (Available at Cheshire Café) – Strawberry-flavored cake pop dipped in red chocolate and coated with sprinkles

    Hearts on Fire (Available at Cheshire Café) – Fruit punch, Coke, and strawberry popping candy garnished with a strawberry

    Disney Villains After Hours returns to Magic Kingdom Park for 24 select nights starting February 7, 2020 and this year it comes with even more Villians!

  • Magic Kingdom Closed After Reaching Capacity with New Years Eve Crowds

    Magic Kingdom Closed After Reaching Capacity with New Years Eve Crowds

    New Years Eve is one of the busiest days of the year at Magic Kingdom. And as expected the park has temporarily closed after reaching capacity as crowds descend on the most magical place on earth to ring in 2020.

    Magic Kingdom is currently at a Phase B capacity closure as of 1pm which affects guests with one day tickets.

    “Magic Kingdom Park is not admitting new Guests at this time,”Walt Disney World Guest Service said as you can see in the tweet below:

    Epcot, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom all remained open to additional guests and those are always a great place to ring in the new year also, but they can reach capacity as well so you might want to get there quickly before they fill up too.

    For details on closures, check out our complete list and breakdown of Walt Disney World’s Capacity Closing Procedures.

  • Disney World Offering $49-a-day Tickets for Florida Residents in 2020

    Disney World Offering $49-a-day Tickets for Florida Residents in 2020

    2020 is only a day away and with a new year comes a new Discover Disney Ticket which will allow Florida residents to visit Walt Disney World in Orlando for just $49 per day!

    Starting Jan. 2, 2020, Florida residents can purchase a 3-Day Discover Disney Ticket for $175 plus tax for a limited time ($59 per day, plus tax), valid for admission to one Walt Disney World theme park per day, any day through June 30, 2020. For an additional $20 (plus tax), Florida residents can add a fourth day to experience even more of the exciting new opportunities coming in 2020. ($49 per day, plus tax).

    Take a look below for details on the return of this special offer:

    The Florida Resident Discover Disney Ticket includes admission to any of the four Walt Disney World theme parks (one theme park per day). Tickets are available for purchase Jan. 2-June 27, 2020, and can be used any three or four days (depending on ticket purchased) from Jan. 2 through June 30, 2020. 

    • 3-day Discover Disney Ticket for $175 plus tax ($59 per day, plus tax)
    • 4-day Discover Disney Ticket for $195 plus tax ($49 per day, plus tax)
    • Park Hopper and Park Hopper Plus options available

    This special ticket can be used any days through June 30, 2020, and has no block-out dates, so it’s a great way for Florida residents to discover unforgettable experiences across all four Walt Disney World theme parks in 2020:

    • At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, guests can live out their own Star Wars adventures inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Guests can now experience Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, the groundbreaking new attraction that brings them into the middle of a climactic battle between the First Order and the Resistance in one of the most ambitious and technologically advanced attractions in Disney history. They can also take control of the fastest ship in the galaxy in the land’s second immersive attraction, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, becoming pilots, gunners or flight engineers on a mission that blasts them across the stars.  
    • Guests can be among the first to experience Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, the first ride-through attraction featuring Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, set to debut March 4, 2020, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Anything can happen on this unpredictable adventure through the cartoon world of Disney Channel’s Emmy Award-winning® “Mickey Mouse” shorts, powered by state-of-the-art technology and dazzling visual effects. 
    • Mickey Shorts Theater will debut in March 2020 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, showing an original short film in the style of the popular Disney Channel animated series “Mickey Mouse.” 
    • In early 2020, Epcot welcomes another exciting festival season with the Epcot International Festival of the Arts, Jan.17-Feb. 24, followed by the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, March 4-June 1. These special events invite guests to explore special food and drinks, plus activities catered specifically for these festivals, such as artist demonstrations and live musical performances. 
    • Three new films will debut Jan. 17, 2020, at Epcot, on the same day the Epcot International Festival of the Arts begins: 
      • “Awesome Planet” in The Land pavilion showcases the Earth’s beauty and diversity in a 10-minute film featuring spectacular imagery, in-theater effects and an original musical score from Academy Award-winning® composer Steven Price. 
      • “Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along” in the France pavilion is directed and produced by Don Hahn, producer of the animated and live-action “Beauty and the Beast” films, and invites guests to participate in a twist on a tale as old as time. It also features narration from Angela Lansbury, who played Mrs. Potts in the original film. The new sing-along will run in rotation with “Impressions de France,” which will receive an upgrade to 4K projection. 
      • “Canada Far and Wide in Circle-Vision 360” in the Canada pavilion is an update to the previous “O Canada!” film with new scenes, a new musical score by Canadian composer Andrew Lockington and new narration by award-winning actors Catherine O’Hara and Eugene Levy. 
    • Also at Epcot, the new limited-time nighttime spectacular “Epcot Forever” dazzles with soaring fireworks, inspiring music, lasers and colorful glowing kites that light up the sky above World Showcase Lagoon. 
    • At Disney’s Animal Kingdom, guests can explore Pandora – The World of Avatar, an immersive land featuring massive floating mountains, bioluminescent rainforests and unbelievable experiences including Avatar Flight of Passage and Na’vi River Journey. 
    • Magic Kingdom Park offers unlimited enchantment with classic, fan-favorite attractions and spectacular entertainment, such as the must-see fireworks-and-projection show “Happily Ever After,” or the “Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! Street Party.”