Today at the Hollywood Plaza on Orlando’s International Drive, Walt Disney World opened up a brand-new store with merchandise, ticket sales, and, for the first time ever, an interactive Disney Vacation Club Virtual Discovery Station. We had a chance to check this new location out, and have the following photos to share with you. The Hollywood […]
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The Cultural Representative program is slowly returning to Walt Disney World. Now the Palmas Restaurant Group, which runs San Angel Inn and other Mexico Pavilion dining in EPCOT, is hiring Cultural Representatives again.
Palmas has hired some food and beverage Cast Members for San Angel Inn already. Their arrival date is October 31, 2022, but dates are subject to change.
It was originally announced that cultural representatives would return to the Germany, Norway, Italy, France, U.K., and Canada pavilions around August 2022.
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Easing back into the real world following the high that was Star Wars Celebration has been a bit difficult, but fortunately shopDisney is here to make things better. Today, the online retailer opened pre-orders on collectibles inspired by the 45th anniversary of Star Wars: A New Hope. (Please note this article contains affiliate links. Your purchase will support […]
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Memorial Day weekend is in the rearview mirror, meaning it’s time to recap May crowds and offer some forward-looking predictions for June 2022 at Walt Disney World. This wait times report covers ride & daily data for the month at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom, while also offering a look forward at […]
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The lawsuit previously filed against Governor Ron DeSantis over the dissolution of Reedy Creek Improvement District has been refiled after a federal judge dismissed it, Orlando Business Journal reports.
DeSantis recently signed a law that will lead to the dissolution of the Reedy Creek Improvement District. Walt Disney World currently runs the district. It is set to dissolve on June 1, 2023.
The lawsuit was refiled on May 16 with the Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court in Miami-Dade county.
Osceola County residents Michael, Leslie, and Eduardo Foronda and Orange County resident Vivian Gonzalez allege that taxpayer rights have been violated by the law. It also names Florida Department of Revenue Executive Director Jim Zingale and former Florida Secretary of State Laurel M. Lee as defendants. Attorney William J. Sanchez is representing the case.
The complaint says, “Plaintiffs ask for the opportunity to be heard since their rights are clearly being violated, and ask for the court to issue a declaratory judgment.”
Experts have estimated Disney’s bond debt to be between $1 billion and $2 billion, which could be transferred to residents of the local counties. This could increase property taxes by up to $2,200. The counties would also take over responsibilities for many of Reedy Creek Improvement District’s municipal responsibilities.
“We truly believe we are on firm footing before the state court,” Sanchez told OBJ. “The federal court judge viewed the case more through the prism of the First Amendment argument which is Disney’s to make. Although there is case law which also gives third parties rights to raise another party’s First Amendment rights, we chose to not appeal the federal judge’s decision. We believe our Florida taxpayer rights are going to receive greater protection in state court.”
The lawsuit seeks that the initial bill be held unlawful and set aside, an injunction from the bill’s enforcement, to provide the plaintiffs right to be involved in any proceedings regarding any tax assessments related to the dissolution of Reedy Creek, and more.
Governor DeSantis stated earlier this month that he intends for the state to take over Reedy Creek Improvement District. He is creating a proposal for the state’s takeover of the district that he expects to present to the Legislature after the November elections. DeSantis is up for reelection this fall.
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It’s been a BUSY week in EPCOT!
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind
Crowds arrived in mass over Memorial Day weekend, and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind had a successful opening weekend as well. EPCOT is going through a massive transformation, and that means there’s always something new to see. So, let’s take another look at what’s new in EPCOT!
Over in the China Pavilion, we stopped by Lotus Blossom Cafe for a quick bite and noticed that they had a new beer special!
Beer Special
The Watermelon Dragonfruit Burst from Wicked Weed Brewing is $9 and sounds like it would be super refreshing for a hot summer day!
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is officially open! We were there on opening day to take it all in. The attraction is using a virtual queue for now, or you can purchase an Individual Lightning Lane to catch a ride.
Saving the Galaxy!
The World Celebration Guest Relations location got an exciting new update!
A refreshed look.
The new look matches the rest of the updates that have recently been made to the World Celebration neighborhood like Creations Shop and Connections Cafe and Eatery.
The old EPCOT logo!
There’s also a new Braille map located outside of the World Celebration Guest Relations!
Braille map
The Encanto walk-through garden is missing! This isn’t surprising as the Flower and Garden Festival is sadly coming to an end.
The ‘Encanto’ gardens are gone.
Over in EPCOT’s World Nature neighborhood, things are a bit rocky at Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana… but in a good way! Every time we think they might be done adding rocks, we spot some more.
Moana attraction construction — Late May 2022
Disney hasn’t shared just when we might expect this immersive, water-based attraction to open.
There’s a whole Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind merchandise collection available at Creations!
It was BUSY on opening day!
Shirts, MagicBands, toys, and more were all released in celebration of the occasion.
Get ready for some summer gardening with these Winnie the Pooh Herb Markers!
The cutest way to keep track of your herbs!
There are 5 different stakes in the set and you can get it for $19.99.
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Journey Into Imagination with Figment with 2 new Limited Edition Figment Pins! There’s one with Figment right-side-up…
We don’t feel old or anything…
…and one with Figment upside-down!
Figment Pin
Each pin is $19.99 — and we certainly don’t blame you for getting both!
In the Canada Pavilion, we spotted this cute new Check Meowt Nightgown featuring an adorable cat playing with yarn.
Or, wear it out in public… we don’t judge.
This cozy frock is $34.99.
There are 3 (yes, 3!!!) new Corgi Trays in the United Kingdom Pavilion, starting with this Blue Rectangle Corgi Tray for $60…
You can never have too many corgi accessories.
…a Purple Rectangle Corgi Tray for $55…
How adorable!
…and a Blue Round Corgi Tray for $25.
Corgi tray
The blue rectangle is the largest of the three while the blue round tray is the smallest.
Get ready for some summer fun in the sun with new beach toys we spotted over in The Seas! How cute is this Nemo Shovel and Pail? It’s $9.99!
We found Nemo.
We also spotted this Walt Disney World Cinderella Sandcastle Set for $9.99.
Get ready for some summer fun!
What’s better than a regular sandcastle? A Cinderella Sandcastle!
How does it feel to be all caught up on EPCOT news (for now!)? There are so many changes coming to the park like new attractions, updated park neighborhoods, and even a brand-new festival center!
What part of the EPCOT Transformation are you looking forward to the most? Let us know in the comments!
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“A hot kitchen, family, Chicago, and the occasional searing burn.” FX has released the trailer for their upcoming comedy series, The Bear. What’s Happening: The Bear features Jeremy Allen White (Shameless) starring along with Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Ayo Edebiri, Lionel Boyce, Abby Elliott, Liza Colón-Zayas, and Edwin Gibson and Matty Matheson in recurring roles. The show is being […]
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Over the weekend, I attended Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim, California. I was able to have an interview with Mark, the Brand Manager from Denuo Novo, and he gave us some details of some of the incredible merchandise that is available and coming soon. These items are perfect if you are planning on going on a […]
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We discovered a new Stitch Planter with Stand, at China Closet on Main Street, U.S.A.
Stitch is illustrated in blue, on two sides of the stoneware planter. Here, Stitch is holding a coconut with a straw.
Meanwhile, Stitch surfs on the opposite side.
The white planter is decorated with yellow polka dots.
The stoneware pot measures 6″ H x 5 1/3″ Diameter.
The stand is made of rubberwood. It is 5″ tall.
The Stitch Planter with Stand is available now on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland Park, inside China Closet. Are you eager to garden with Stitch? Let us know in the comments.
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Throughout the month of June, Disneyland will invite guests to continue to experience “Celebrate Soulfully,” as they highlight Black Music Month with daily live entertainment, plus specialty offerings including food, art, and more available throughout the resort. A highlight of the promotion is “The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure” touring exhibit, which will be… Read More »Disneyland to ‘Celebrate Soulfully’ This June with Music, Food, and More
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