Walt Disney World Begins Removing Iconic Purple Roadway Signs, Lightning Line Signage Added to Celebrity Spotlight and Princess Fairytale Hall, & More: Disney’s Hollywood Studios & Magic Kingdom Photo Report 1/27/22

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Good morning from Walt Disney World. We’re exploring around the parks today and are excited for you to join us!

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Out with the old and in with the blue. Disney has started replacing the iconic purple roadway signs with blue.

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Good Morning to our girl, Gertie.

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Lightsabers are back in stock at Dok Ondar’s Den of Antiquities.

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Chewbacca and Rey were out talking to guests and guiding them on how to use the force.

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We found a new pin at Droid Depot.

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Woody’s Lunchbox covered seating area has a few more pieces added.

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Celebrity Spotlight added a Lightning Lane sign to meet Olaf. Using Disney Genie+, you can book a time to meet with Olaf without waiting in the standby queue.

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Over to Disney Springs while we wait to park hop. Time to do some shopping at World of Disney.

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Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. You can pick up these Spider-Man boxer shorts for that special someone in your life.

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A pair of Marvel sweatpants and a new Spider-Man toy were also discovered in World of Disney.

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Orange Bird is always “100% Sunshine.”

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New “Cinderella” bird earrings and a new “Winnie the Pooh” charm bracelet are too cute to pass up.

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The charms on the bracelet include Pooh, Piglet, Tigger, a pot of “hunny,” and a charm saying “silly old bear.”

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Another piece from the “Winnie the Pooh” rainbow collection. This “look what I made” decor piece is adorable to display the artwork your child makes.

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Inside Marketplace Co-Op, we picked up a new 1000 piece vintage Magic Kingdom map puzzle, and we are ready to piece it together.

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“Hello, I am Baymax.” A new Baymax shirt and sweatpants are at Disney Style.

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It’s 2 p.m., and we are ready to hop to Magic Kingdom.

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The Vintage Magic Kingdom Harveys bag was restocked at Main Street Cinema. They only had 10 on hand.

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A few canopy pieces are installed at Tron Lightcycle Run.

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The construction crews have been hard at work and speeding up the progress at this site.

Bonjour! Village Gifts had a hidden treasure. A new 50th Musical Tiki figurine plays “The Tiki, Tiki, Tiki Room” when wound up.

Lightning Lane signage has been added to Princess Fairytale Hall.

Disney Genie+ will allow you to bypass the standby queue for a shorter wait time to see the princesses.

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We are ending our day chatting with our pal, Mickey Mouse. Lightning Lane signage has been added to this a-frame just outside the queue to meet Mickey.

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Private Ground Transportation Now Available As Disney World Package Add-On

Private ground transportation between Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Walt Disney World Resort is now available as a package add-on.

There are several options available including exclusive vans, sedans, SUVs, executive limousines, and stretch limousines. This private, direct ground transportation can be booked up to five days prior to your arrival.

Round-trip transportation from Orlando International Airport to a Walt Disney World Resort hotel can be added to your package by your Dreams Unlimited Travel agent.

Additionally, one-way and round-trip ground transportation is available to and from Tampa International Airport, Sanford International Airport, Orlando Amtrak Station, Kissimmee Amtrak Station, Cape Canaveral, Vero Beach, Daytona, and the guest’s hotel. Your travel agent can assist with these options as well. 

Up to one complimentary car seat will be available for children five years old and under, with additional car seats subject to availability.

Check with your travel agent for pricing and availability.

It is important to note that as part of Disney’s health & safety guidelines, all drivers and guests are required to wear face masks while riding in vehicles.

Moat Refilled for Fantasmic! at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Addition of Canopy Pieces Continues on TRON Lightcycle Run, & More: Daily Recap (1/30/22)

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Sunday, January 30, 2022.

Walt Disney World

Magic Kingdom

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

Disneyland Resort

Tokyo Disney Resort

New Merchandise

Entertainment and Media

Disney+

WDW News Today

Watch tonight’s episode of PARKSCENTER!

That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed this Daily Recap. Thanks for stopping by, and we’ll see you tomorrow!

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New Moon Rising — Lunar New Year Festival Begins: Disney California Adventure Photo Report 1/21/22

Hey there, hi there, ho there! We headed down to Disney California Adventure for the opening day of the Lunar New Year Festival, and we want you to come along. Join us on this photo report from the park.

Before the festival opened, we found ourselves in Avengers Campus where this happy guy thwipped over to say hi.

In the nearby Backlot Premiere Shop, we found this super cool new hoodie for kids that is modeled after Spidey’s new hybrid suit in “Spider-Man: No Way Home.”

At 11 a.m., the Lunar New Year Festival begins.

For those interested in tasting their way through the many booths and restaurants with specialty offerings, the Sip and Savor pass is a convenient way to enjoy everything the event has to offer.

First we stopped in to the Joffrey’s Coffee Cappuccino Cart for the new Mango-Pineapple Pie, above, and Baked Char Siu Bao, below. You can read our full review right here.

Over at Red Dragon Spice Traders, we tried the new Impossible Lion’s Head meatballs and Dancing Firecracker (non-alcoholic drink), pictured, that join an already stellar menu of returning items. You can read our full review right here.

At Prosperity Bao & Buns, we sampled the two new cocktails on the menu — Lychee Celebration, pictured above, and the Prosperous Tiger, pictured below. You can read our full review of these two drinks and all the other returning items right here.

This beautiful Peach Yuja-Ade, and its alcoholic variant, the Soju Peach Yuja-Ade, are both available from Lucky 8 Lantern. We sampled them both, and you can read our full review right here.

These Spicy Pork Dandan Noodles, pictured above, and the Salted Pistachio Cold Brew, pictured below, are two of the new items at Longevity Noodle Co. You can read our review of everything that’s new at this booth right here.

Lines got long as the day stretched on, with this nearly 20-minute line at the pick up window for the Lucky 8 Lantern and Longevity Noodle Co.

Nearby, a special area is set up for Magic Key Holders to get away from the crowds, pick up their exclusive button and take a breather at provided tables.

There is even a Magic Key photo op with a view overlooking Paradise Bay.

We caught the first showing of Mulan’s New Year Procession as it made its way through the festival area. Being that we’re welcoming the year of the tiger, of course Tigger is out front leading the way.

A new float for Mulan, Mushu, and several drummers also takes part in the procession. You can watch the whole show on our YouTube channel, or in the video below:

In Paradise Garden, the Lunar New Year has taken over. Guests are invited to visit the Lucky Wishes Wall, as seen above, or receive a personal message written in Chinese calligraphy, as seen below.

There is even a cute photo op for guests to share their experience on social media or with friends back home.

As the sun sets, we headed off down the Redwood Creek trail to meet a new visitor to the festival.

Raya from “Raya and the Last Dragon” is here, direct from Kumandra, to greet guests on the Redwood Creek Challenge Trail.

You can see our personal interaction with Raya on our YouTube channel, or in the video below:

All this walking and eating has made us hungry, so we headed over to Lamplight Lounge to try their Lunar New Year offerings and we were not disappointed. You can read our full review right here.

And the waterfront seating provides one of the best views in the park, especially just after sunset.

We hope you enjoyed this photo report. We’re glad you rode along. We’ll see ya real soon!

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Layout Begins to Take Shape for Universal’s NEW Epic Universe Theme Park, ‘Back to the Future’ DeLorean Computer Replica Art, & More: UPNT Weekly Recap (1/24/22-1/30/22)

We bring you a lot of stories. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Weekly Recap for January 24 – January 30, 2022.

Universal Orlando Resort

Universal Studios Florida

Universal’s Islands of Adventure

Volcano Bay

Universal Orlando CityWalk

  • If you’re looking for something park-branded to bring home after an epic day at Universal Orlando, you might just like this new lanyard and ID pouch we spotted in the Universal Studios Store at CityWalk in the Universal Orlando Resort.

Universal Studios Hollywood

That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed this Weekly Recap. Thanks for stopping by, and we’ll see you next Sunday!

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Buzz Lightyear’s Astro Blasters to Add Special “Astro Hero Time!” Version at Tokyo Disneyland from April 1 to August 31

In a surprise first for the ever-popular Buzz Lightyear’s Astro Blasters at Tokyo Disneyland, the Oriental Land Company has announced a special addition to the attraction with Astro Hero Time!, which will be added for a limited time from April 1 to August 31, 2022!

Astro Hero Time will encourage guests to improve their scores and defeat the Evil Emperor Zurg with even more targets to hit throughout Buzz Lightyear’s Astro Blasters.

This is the second overlay this year to come to Tokyo Disney Resort, with Tower of Terror Unlimited currently underway through March 31 at Tokyo DisneySea.

Are you excited to see this new version of Buzz Lightyear’s Astro Blasters? Let us know in the comments below!

Are you considering or planning a visit to Tokyo Disney Resort? Visit TDRPlans for every detail (and more) that you’ll need to make your trip the best it can be! Did I mention it’s 100% free?

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‘Usatama on the Run’ Easter Parade Returns April 1 to June 30 at Tokyo Disneyland

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After three years (and a rumored return last year that didn’t pan out), the beloved and wacky “Usatama on the Run” Easter parade will finally return to Tokyo Disneyland for a three month run from April 1 to June 30, 2022!

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The wacky and kooky parade will be presented in an alternate version to accommodate COVID-19 safety protocols, but Mickey, Minnie, and all the Disney friends will return to catch the chaos-loving Usatamas, which are eggs with bunny ears that have gone loose around Tokyo Disneyland. Decorations, merchandise, and food themed to the Usatamas will also be sold.

You can enjoy a video of “Usatama on the Run” from its last run in 2019 above.

At Tokyo DisneySea, guests will be able to enjoy colorful decorations and paintings inspired by springtime flowers and animals at Via Paperino in Mediterranean Harbor from April 1 to June 30. Also perfect for spring will be the cherry blossom-themed menu
items at restaurants offering “Seasonal Taste Selections” in commemoration of the 20th
anniversary of Tokyo DisneySea. No announcements were made regarding “Tip-Top Easter” and its return, or a harbor greeting in its place.

Are you excited for the return of “Usatama on the Run”? Let us know in the comments below!

Are you considering or planning a visit to Tokyo Disney Resort? Visit TDRPlans for every detail (and more) that you’ll need to make your trip the best it can be! Did I mention it’s 100% free?

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PHOTOS: New Minnie Mouse Water Bottle Now Available at Disneyland Resort

A new Minnie Mouse water bottle is now available at Disneyland Resort. We found it in Disney Home at Downtown Disney District.

Minnie Mouse Water Bottle – $14.99

The bottle is transparent, with Minnie in black and white on the sides.

“Disneyland Resort” is in pink over her.

The cap of the bottle is also pink.

Check out another new water bottle and travel mug.

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