Construction Update: Wizarding World’s Hogwarts Express track and Diagon Alley expansion from above

Written by at May 18, 2013

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Diagon Alley and London constructionWe’ve been following the expansion of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Universal Studios since even before it was officially announced. With the recent official announcement, and a few more details found through a Universal survey, we figured we’d give you a look at what’s happening behind the construction walls and backstage. (Click on

Inside the custom Stormtrooper figure experience during Star Wars Weekends at Walt Disney World

Written by at May 18, 2013

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With the launch of Star Wars Weekends 2013, Walt Disney World has debuted a new experience allowing fans to become part of the Star Wars universe. Under Disney’s D-Tech Me product line, custom Stormtrooper figures can be created using 3D scanning and printing technology. For around $120 (including tax and shipping), guests at Disney’s Hollywood

Woody’s All-American Roundup Arriving at Disneyland This Summer

Written by at May 18, 2013

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With heavy lifting recently completed on the reconstruction of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad's track, the construction crane near Disneyland's Big Thunder Trail has been removed, reopening the pathway between Fantasyland and Frontierland full-time and returning the Big Thunder Ranch to daily operation. That's good news, because that area can expect to see much higher attendance [...]

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Take 5: Star Wars Weekends at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Written by at May 18, 2013

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The Force is strong at Walt Disney World Resort with the start of Star Wars Weekends yesterday at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Join Star Wars celebrities and characters, check out Star Wars-inspired merchandise, try out the D-Tech Me experience, and more at the annual festival. Read the posts below to find out how you can visit a galaxy far, far away, now through June 9, 2013 at the Walt Disney World Resort

Join Us for a Monstrous Morning Meet-Up at Walt Disney World Resort

Written by at May 18, 2013

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We’re about a week away from our first-ever three park Monstrous Summer 24-hour “all-nighter” at Disney Parks. And to kick things off at Walt Disney World Resort, we’re offering a special experience for Disney Parks Blog readers

This Week in Disney Parks Photos: Adventurers Outpost Debuts, New Merchandise on the Way

Written by at May 18, 2013

This Week in Disney Parks Photos: Adventurers Outpost Debuts, New Merchandise on the Way

When it comes to photographs at Disney Parks, one spot at Walt Disney World that is getting a lot of attention this week is Adventurers Outpost, a new character greeting location for Mickey and Minnie Mouse at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

2013 Hyperspace Hoopla, Dance-Off with the Star Wars Stars adds a little Disney to the mix – Video

Written by at May 18, 2013

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Screen Shot 2013-05-18 at 8.37.59 AMOne of the most anticipated events at Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ Star Wars Weekends is the Hyperspace Hoopla, with its Dance-Off with the Star Wars Stars. Many are saying this year’s show is one of the best, and you can see it for yourself below. The Hyperspace Hoopla has been taken over by Emperor Palpatine this

Character Meet and Greets

Written by at May 18, 2013

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Star Wars Character Encounters can be found on Commissary Lane as well as the area around the Star Tours attraction

Chip and Dale Debut as Ewoks

Written by at May 18, 2013

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Chip and Dale make their debut as Ewoks at the 2013 Star Wars Weekends in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Legends of the Force Motorcade

Written by at May 18, 2013

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A grand motorcade featuring all your favorite Star Wars characters!