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We’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

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

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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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

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

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

One 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

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

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

A grand motorcade featuring all your favorite Star Wars characters!