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  • VIDEO: Show Barges for Epcot’s New Nighttime Spectacular Arrive at Disney World

    VIDEO: Show Barges for Epcot’s New Nighttime Spectacular Arrive at Disney World

    As part of Epcot’s historic, multi-year transformation, “Harmonious” — one of the largest nighttime spectaculars ever created for a Disney Park — is set to debut later this year and several barges for the show have just arrived.

    Walt Disney Imagineering and Disney Parks Live Entertainment teams recently passed a major milestone in the development of the show, with the delivery of several floating platforms that will provide a base for the technology used to create “Harmonious.”

    Take a look at the arrival of the massive barges in the video below:

    “Harmonious” will bring to World Showcase Lagoon an innovative toolkit of massive floating set pieces that house a variety of show effects, including custom-built LED panels, choreographed moving fountains, colorful lights, lasers, pyrotechnics and more.

    The show is a beautifully crafted nighttime dreamscape of Disney music and images, reimagined by diverse cultural musicians and artists from around the world. It’s a transformative experience, where we can discover how Disney music has the power to inspire and unite us all. You can catch an early glimpse of concepts for the show now by visiting Walt Disney Imagineering Presents the Epcot Experience, located in the Odyssey Events Pavilion.

    Over the coming months, with development and infrastructure work for “Harmonious” ramping up both behind the scenes and in the center of the lagoon, we’re pleased to present the limited-time spectacular “Epcot Forever.”

    “Epcot Forever” has been described as a “love letter” to the park. The show tells the story of Epcot, beginning with the first spark of inspiration and the opening day anthem, “We’ve Just Begun to Dream,” and continuing through chapters dedicated to the thematic pillars of innovation, exploration, imagination and celebration. It concludes with an all-new verse of the classic song, “One Little Spark,” leading into a spectacular grand finale promising “A Whole New World” of magical possibilities to come.

  • NEW Limited-Release Designer Minnie Ears Coming to Disney World

    NEW Limited-Release Designer Minnie Ears Coming to Disney World

    On Jan. 24, Disney is releasing the newest set of Minnie ears from the Disney Parks Designer Collection, this time created by John Coulter and they are being released exclusively at Epcot International Festival of the Arts where you can meet the artist who designed the ears.

    Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse aficionados will love John Coulter’s floral, elegant, turn of the century Minnie Mouse ear headband design, launching exclusively at the Epcot International Festival of the Arts ahead of its March release.

    The design will be released exclusively at the Epcot International Festival of the Arts WonderGround Gallery tent and then will come to Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort and online at shopDisney.com in March. Take a look below for meeting times:

    Fans of John Coulter can meet him at the Epcot International Festival of the Arts in the WonderGround Gallery tent from Jan. 24 through 26. John will be signing on Jan. 24 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. then again on Jan. 25 and 26 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

    Once released broadly in March, the headband will be available to purchase at the following locations:

    Walt Disney World Resort:

    • Art of Disney (Epcot)
    • Ever After Jewelry Co. & Accessories (Disney Springs)
    • Legends of Hollywood (Disney’s Hollywood Studios)
    • Uptown Jewelers (Magic Kingdom Park)
    • Discovery Trading Company (Disney’s Animal Kingdom)

    Disneyland Resort:

    • Disneyana (Disneyland park)
    • Off the Page (Disney California Adventure park)
    • The Disney Dress Shop (Downtown Disney District)
  • New Disney Skyliner Popcorn Bucket Flying into Disney World

    New Disney Skyliner Popcorn Bucket Flying into Disney World

    It’s national pop corn day and Disney has released a new Disney Skyliner pop corn bucket that is sure to by flying of the popcorn carts!

    The front of the Skyliner inspired popcorn bucket shows Mickey and Minnie flying high and it features Pluto enjoying the view on one side and the other has Chip and Dale.

    It comes with a detachable strap that says Inaugural Year and has the Disney Skyliner logo on it as you can see in the pics below:

    You can pick one up for $17 at Fife & Drum Tavern in The America Pavilion at Epcot.

  • Historic Transformation of Epcot Continues with Debut of Three Cinematic Adventures

    Historic Transformation of Epcot Continues with Debut of Three Cinematic Adventures

    The 2020 Epcot International Festival of the Arts began on Friday and on the same day, as part of the ongoing transformation of Epcot at Walt Disney World Resort, three new films debuted as well.

    These new films provide more ways for guests to experience Disney magic and celebrate the world around them during a day at Epcot.

    • “Awesome Planet” in The Land pavilion explores the spectacular beauty, diversity and dynamic story of Earth.In collaboration with the Disney Conservation Fund, the 10-minute film uses in-theater effects (including wind, scents and water) to tell the story of life on this planet and why it’s vitally important to care for it. “Awesome Planet” features narration by Ty Burrell, star of ABC’s “Modern Family,” andan original musical score from Academy Award-winning® composerSteven
    • “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.
    • “Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along” in the France pavilion’s Palais du Cinémais 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.
      • Along with the sing-along is a new exhibit inside Palais du Cinéma. “Tales as Old as Time: French Storytelling on Stage and Screen” invites guests to explore six distinct gallery cases featuring a collection of costumes, music, artwork and more, all dedicated to the adaptation of French literature in cinema, theater, ballet and opera. The exhibit reinforces how French literature has inspired artists from around the globe, including those who created timeless Disney classics such as “Sleeping Beauty,” “Cinderella” and, of course, “Beauty and the Beast.” Items on display from the Walt Disney Archives include a glass slipper from the live-action “Cinderella” film and Belle’s costume from the live-action “Beauty and the Beast.” Community arts organizations from Florida also contributed pieces to the exhibit.
  • Earn Special Pins by Unlocking Achievements at Galaxy’s  Edge with the Play Disney Parks App

    Earn Special Pins by Unlocking Achievements at Galaxy’s Edge with the Play Disney Parks App

    Through the Play Disney Parks app you can use your Star Wars: Datapad to interact with droids, scan cargo crates, or choose to support the Resistance or First Order when taking on jobs in Galaxy’s Edge, but did you know your datapad can also help you experience your own Star Wars story by collecting rankings and digital achievements.

    You can commemorate your achievements with three new trading pins that will be available for purchase! Featuring Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance and lovable astromech BB-8, these pins are perfect for decorating your backpack, lanyards and more while showing off your achievements from your Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge adventure!

    Beginning January 17, these new pins can be purchased at select locations at both Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort, while supplies last. To earn the digital achievements in the Play Disney Parks app, guests simply need to be logged in, and opted into Bluetooth and Location Services. Then, enter Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to earn the “Black Spire Explorer” achievement, ride Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run to earn the “Flight of the Falcon” achievement and ride Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance to earn the “Hero of the Resistance” achievement. Once the qualifying achievement has been earned and unlocked in the Play Disney Parks app, guests simply need to show the digital achievement screen to a cast member to purchase the applicable commemorative pin. Take a look below at where you can find the pins:

    Guests at the Disneyland park can purchase these pins at:

    • Little Green Men Store Command in Tomorrowland
    • Westward Ho Trading Company in Frontierland

    Guests visiting Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios can find the pins at:

    • Keystone Clothiers
    • Celebrity 5 & 10

    And if you haven’t already, don’t forget to download the Play Disney Parks app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store before your visit to explore your Star Wars: Datapad in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. In the app, you can also check out specially curated playlists on Apple Music, interactive experiences, Disney trivia and uniquely themed achievements across Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort with the Play Disney Parks app and discover fun for all to enjoy together.

  • New Figment Dooney & Bourke MagicBand now Available at Disney World

    New Figment Dooney & Bourke MagicBand now Available at Disney World

    A new Dooney & Bourke MagicBand featuring Figment has been released as part of the Disney Park Life Collection and it’s a spark of imagination!

    This exclusive Dooney & Bourke limited release MagicBand is dark imagination pink and features Figment along with a variety of park icons.

    It also comes with a special Dooney & Bourke gold colored MagicSlider as you can see below:

    Those visiting Walt Disney World Resort can find the new MagicBand along with the rest of the Disney Park Life Collection at the following locations:

    • Emporium (Magic Kingdom Park)
    • Once Upon a Time (Disney’s Hollywood Studios)
    • Island Mercantile (Disney’s Animal Kingdom)
    • Mouse Gear (Epcot)
    • World of Disney (Disney Springs)

    MagicBands are a secure device which allows you to effortlessly engage, through the My Disney Experience mobile app, the plans and vacation choices you’ve made for the Walt Disney World Resort. With a simple touch, you can redeem Disney FastPass+ selections, enter any one of the theme parks, unlock your Disney Resort Hotel room door, connect Disney PhotoPass images to your account, charge food and merchandise purchases to your room, and more!

  • ‘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!

  • 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!