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PHOTOS: The New Contemporary Resort Ornament Is a MUST-SEE in Disney World!

The holidays might be long gone (we’re sad to see the delicious eats of Very Merriest After Hours and Festival of the Holidays — but at least we’ve got Festival of the Arts!) but Disney is still keeping the festive spirit going into the new year, especially with the 50th Anniversary celebration still going on!

Main Street, U.S.A. during the holidays!

However, it seems like Disney has decided to literally keep the holidays going with their latest merch. Today we’re taking a look at new holiday merch (yes, you read that right!) at Disney World!

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PHOTOS: Disney World’s NEW Polynesian Resort Ornament Is a Little Late to the Party

By Madeleine Zaharchuk 2 Comments

Is anyone else’s Christmas tree still up? We’re always a little sad when the time finally comes to pack up the holiday decorations for the year, and it seems like we aren’t the only ones having a hard time letting go!

Aloha!

During our visit to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, we found a NEW holiday item that’s a little late to the party!

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Disney DIY: Make Your Very Own Holiday Mickey Sweater!

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Can we all agree that “ugly Christmas sweaters” aren’t actually ugly?

Figment in his sweater!!!!!

They’re cute, cozy, and festive, and honestly, the patterns slap. Sweaters are a topic we take pretty seriously over here, and we’re constantly reporting on the Disney sweater scene. Obviously, we think that Figment Sweater Day should be a national holiday, and we’re keeping track of all of the new sweaters from the Disney parks. However, if you want to have the most unique holiday sweater this season, you might have to make it yourself. [Read more…]

We Found Some NEW Minnie Ears PERFECT for the New Year in Disney World!

By Madeleine Zaharchuk 1 Comment

Happy New Year, everyone! Who’s ready for some NEW Disney merchandise? Disney has been on a roll lately! We saw these fun 2022 ears debut a few days ago just in time for the New Year festivities, but one can only wear those poke-y plastic ears for so long, sadly.

Only 200 years until the coolest year ever: 2222!

Luckily, it looks like a NEW pair of Minnie ears just debuted in Disney Springs. We hope your New Year’s resolution wasn’t to save money; we have a feeling that Disney is going to sell a TON of new ears this year… .

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NEWS: Over 2,400 New Year’s Day Flights Have Been Canceled

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To ensure we are equipping our readers with all the information they need, we will continue to report on all travel, safety, and COVID-related news that could impact a Disney Parks visit.

The holiday season is a busy time of year — especially at the airport! Between the influx of people trying to make it home for the holidays, some nasty winter weather, and a worldwide pandemic, there are a lot of complications for travelers looking to fly on New Year’s Day.

Orlando International Airport

As passengers try to navigate the hustle and bustle of New Year’s Day, some unforeseen circumstances seem to be causing significant travel delays across the country.

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See the Wait Times During the BUSIEST Week of the Year at Disney World!

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Happy holidays from Walt Disney World!

The days between Christmas and New Year’s are notoriously crowded!

This time of year is super busy at the parks, and this week is usually one of the most crowded weeks of the year. We saw big crowds last weekend for Christmas, but did those folks stick around this week? We like to keep up with how lines are looking in order to gauge how busy it is, so here’s a look at all the average wait times in Disney World from this week.

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This New Disneyland Dole Whip Tastes Like SOUR GUMMY WORMS!!

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It’s still the holiday season in Disneyland!

Disneyland looks extra pretty during the holidays!

Decorations are still up, there are all kinds of festive foods to try, and you can still buy some seasonal merch. We’ve tasted a lot of holiday food since it starting arriving in November, but one sweet treat has just now showed up in Disneyland, and we’re excited it finally made it to the party!

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Should You Get Genie+ Around the Holidays in Disney World? We Experiment.

By Lydia Storks 15 Comments

Ahh, Disney Genie+, the new paid version of FastPass that is taking Disneyland Resort and Disney World by storm, leaving some guests overwhelmed and confused.

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The new system has multiple parts, different prices for different options, and a set of rules that you’ll have to learn in order to use it effectively. However, when used properly, it could likely save you a good bit of time during your day at the parks. So how is it on the most crowded days of the year? Does it still work? Is it worth it? We tested it out in Disney World.

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What’s New at Magic Kingdom: BIG Crowds and Exclusive Entertainment Now Available to All Guests

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Now that the Christmas holiday has passed, it’s time to take a look at what’s new at Magic Kingdom ahead of the New Year’s Eve celebrations!

Cinderella Castle

You might not be surprised to learn that there were a LOT of big crowds in the park during our recent visits, plus some fun and limited-time holiday additions. Let’s take a look at what we’ve experienced in Magic Kingdom recently!

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VIDEO: Clam Jello?! See Who Got to Enjoy These Special Snacks in EPCOT

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The holiday season is nearly over in Disney World, but there are still a few days left to squeeze in that last bit of fun!

The Holidays Have Arrived in EPCOT

Guests can stop by EPCOT for the International Festival of the Holidays for a few more days, or they can check out all of the holiday festivities going on at Magic Kingdom or the other parks. But the human guests aren’t the only ones who have been able to get into the festive spirit!

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