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Magic Kingdom Central Plaza Construction Bonus Update

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Since our previous update, Disney has let water back into the moat all around the hub. On Main Street you can see that both the information booth and the retail booth are now closed. They’ve also closed the second popcorn vending location and moved them toward the periphery of the hub. Finally a Mickey and Minnie cutout has been added to the wall over by Crystal Palace.

The central plaza, or hub, at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World is undergoing an update. The finished version will have more of a park like setting, with ample walking space to navigate around parades and shows, more outdoor dining seating, plus special viewing areas for fireworks and more.

A gallery of photos is below the jump:

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James Cameron Talks about Pandora and Avatarland at Disney World on Reddit

Director James Cameron recently participated in an Ask Me Anything session on Reddit. There wasn’t any news broken about building the world of Pandora at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, but he did mention it in response to a question: thewineburglar asked: I am beyond excited to… Read More »James Cameron Talks about Pandora and Avatarland at Disney World on Reddit

Castle 6-20: That ’70’s Show Preview

We’re taking a groovy trip back in time on Monday night’s Castle. That’s right, after almost a month off, the show is back with the first of four new episodes to finish out the season. The mystery of the episode is going to revolve around… Read More »Castle 6-20: That ’70’s Show Preview

Is Walt Disney World one of the 10 most disappointing destinations in the world?

A travel website has listed Walt Disney World as one of the 10 most disappointing destinations in the world: Paying $99 per day to be trapped in a park surrounded by other peoples’ children and fully grown adults who like Disney? No thanks. Even a… Read More »Is Walt Disney World one of the 10 most disappointing destinations in the world?

New Track Revealed as More Walls Come Down Around Seven Dwarfs Mine Train

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Inevitably, I release a construction update video and a day or two later, more walls come down around the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. It happened again, so yesterday I went back to get photos and video of the newly opened areas.

Operations training is well underway with many cast members on Day 3 of training. We could start seeing Cast Member previews and then soft openings next week some time, but no official word on that.

A few more photos below the jump in case you can’t watch the video.

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Once Upon a Time 3-18: Bleeding Through Preview

Poor Hook! Just when he thought he had one obstacle out of the way so he might have a chance with Emma, Zelena curses their love and then threatens Hook if he doesn’t kiss Emma, thereby taking all her magic from her. (Although really, how… Read More »Once Upon a Time 3-18: Bleeding Through Preview

What are your top Walt Disney World Souvenirs?

If you’ve ever met Steven Miller of Disney Park’s merchandise team, then you know what a honest, knowledgeable, and passionate guy he is. Steven has put together a great video highlighting some of the Magic Kingdom’s top selling souvenirs including a few must-have items for… Read More »What are your top Walt Disney World Souvenirs?

Maleficent – Featurette “The Legacy”

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Go behind the scenes on the set of Maleficent and see Angelina Jolie, Elle Fanning, and Director Robert Stromberg discuss the legacy of Disney’s most iconic villain.

Oh my goodness. May 30th can not arrive soon enough if you ask me.

Gallery and full synopsis below the jump:

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