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It’s time for another round of what’s new at Disney’s Hollywood Studios!
Slinky Dog Dash
During our more recent trips into the park, we spotted some new merchandise and spent a lot of time experimenting with the new Disney Genie service! Let’s take a virtual trip through the park to see the latest updates.
If you’ve been to Disney World before, chances are you know that feeling: you just want to get from one side of Magic Kingdom to the other, but you’re met with a wall of crowds or a parade or cavalcade, slowing you down big time! Well, did you know that there are SECRET walkways that can help you avoid those crowds?
Main Street, U.S.A.
Okay, so maybe these walkways aren’t a complete secret, but there are often-overlooked walkways in the parks that can help you save some time while getting from point A to point B — or, at least it will make your walk more pleasant and crowd-free. With the 50th Anniversary Celebration bringing in plenty of visitors, it’s more important than ever to be aware of where the shortcuts and alternate routes are in the parks!
Is it the holidays already? Well, Disney has started putting up decorations in Hollywood Studios and in Disneyland. Plus tons of new holiday merch has been dropping online, so the yuletide season must be close!
Hollywood Studios is already starting to decorate!
Recently, we spotted, even more, holiday merch that’s going to be at Disney World very soon!
Disney Genie is here! The new planning service, which features the paid FastPass replacement called Lightning Lanes, has debuted at Disney World!
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The Disney Genie service is a massive new offering and it’s a bit confusing (to say the least). We’ve been working hard to FULLY break down the new service from our biggest takeaways to the free aspects of Genie, to how the service affects wait times. Now, let’s take a look at how Disney Genie interacts with park hopping in Disney World.
Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios!
Hollywood Studios Entrance
And, we’ve got plenty of updates to share with you! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive right on in!
As the Genie once said (or sang), “You got some power in your corner now”: Disney Genie+ has arrived in Disney World. Between Disney’s two new paid services, Individual Attraction Selection (IAS or pay-per-ride) and Genie+, guests can now skip the lines at many of their favorite attractions and let Disney’s Genie service plan their day.
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After a long period of speculation and waiting, we were finally able to test out Disney’s new paid FastPass+ replacement systems today! One important thing to note is that there is a limited number of Individual Attraction Selections available per day and they can sell out. So the question is: how quickly did the first Individual Attraction Selection option sell out today?
The time has come: Disney’s new paid Fastpass replacement, Disney Genie+, is here. If you miss skipping the lines at all your favorite attractions, you can now do so with the help of Disney Genie+. But wait, there’s more! While guests will be able to purchase Genie+ and ride most rides with a shorter line, not all attractions are available through Genie+. That’s where the new Individual Attraction Selection (IAS) system comes into play.
Genie+ ©Disney
The Individual Attraction Selection system uses surge pricing and allows guests to pay-per-ride. Keep in mind that you don’t have to pay to ride the IAS attractions; there will still be a virtual or standby queue. Now that you’ve got the idea, you might be wondering how to purchase an Individual Attraction Selection. Let’s break it down. 🕺
We’ve seen a LOT of 50th Anniversary merchandise released recently — from ears to shirts and everything in between!
So many to choose from!
The popular accessories brand Dooney & Bourke, known for their fabulous Disney-inspired bags and wallets, also recently released a 50th Anniversary collection. Previously, we had shared that some of these bags were actually CHEAPER when purchased in Disney World when compared to the prices online. But, now it looks like things have changed!
When it comes to Disney, it’s all about the details! From Hidden Mickeys to all sorts of secret additions, Disney puts a lot of work into making the best experience possible.
There’s a HIDDEN Mickey in there!
Recently, we noticed some details at a Disney World shop that are sure to rock your world! (Pardon the pun)
Another week has passed by in Disney World and this one was filled with holiday news!
Magic Kingdom
That’s right, it may only be mid-October but Disney World is already looking toward the holiday season! Let’s go over the most unexpected news of the week.
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