We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Thursday, November 19, 2020.
Walt Disney World
EPCOT
- The Spaceship Earth refurbishment was put on pause for the reopening of EPCOT, but during today’s EPCOT – The Magic of Possibility D23 presentation, it was revealed that Spaceship Earth will be receiving an enhanced lighting package as part of its overhaul
- A first look inside Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind was revealed during today’s EPCOT – The Magic of Possibility D23 presentation, with the ride vehicle cycling through push/pull tests along the track, which typically precede full-speed testing for coasters, so this marks a huge milestone for the attraction
- Also during today’s EPCOT – The Magic of Possibility D23 presentation, it was revealed that the upcoming “Harmonious” barges will be out in World Showcase Lagoon at EPCOT during the daytime, as fountains to offer a special visual feature for guests
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- Disney’s Hollywood Studios is home to the Hollywood that never was—and always will be… and now with the full reveal of the Majestic Theater, it seems Disney has retconned a piece of Hollywood history in favor of other Disney classics
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
- Kali River Rapids at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be closing for refurbishment in early January 2021
Other Walt Disney World News
- Cast Members looking to shop for deeply discounted merchandise can soon find it at the Cast Appreciation Marketplace, coming to the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex on December 7
- A special 5th-anniversary edition of “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration” will feature nostalgic performances of holidays past and sneak peeks of Soul and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure
Disneyland Resort
- Buena Vista Street has finally reopened at Disney California Adventure and we were among the first guests to enter the newest extension to the Downtown Disney District’s shopping and dining offerings, so come along with us for a photo tour of the land
- We also have a tour inside all of the stores with their new social distancing measures and holiday decorations
- And with the reopening of Buena Vista Street at Disney California Adventure comes the return of in-park dining, so we visited Smokejumpers Grill to see how the restaurant has changed due to social distancing
- We also couldn’t resist swinging by Award Wieners for the first time in eight months to get a corn dog
- Today, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a new 10pm to 5am curfew to be in place for all California counties in the Purple Tier — currently over 70% of California Counties, including Orange County, where the Disneyland Resort is located
- On our stroll through the newly-reopened Buena Vista Street at Disney California Adventure today, we encountered a holiday twist on a classic sweet treat — Peppermint Cotton Candy
Tokyo Disney Resort
- New Year’s is usually a small affair at Tokyo Disney Resort, with the Disney Friends donning traditional Japanese kimonos and greeting Guests around both parks and since 2021 is the year of the Ox, decorations and merchandise will focus around oxen and Clarabelle Cow
New Merchandise
- Even though there won’t be gingerbread houses at Walt Disney World Resort hotels this year, the popular holiday centerpieces still get their due as part of an ornament-shaped pin collection
- Whether you’re looking to show off some bling or just cozy up in a blanket, Tokyo Disney Resort has you covered with their line of Duffy and Friends apparel, toys and accessories, including this new Duffy Seiko watch, Duffy & Friends figurines, and more
- The penultimate Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction series, inspired by the world-famous Jungle Cruise, was released today at Sir Mickey’s in Magic Kingdom, and we have your full look at the line here
- Several new limited edition and limited release pins were just released at Walt Disney World including the 2020 holiday gifting pins and limited-edition Walt Disney Day, Kim Possible, and Buzz Lightyear pins
- Disneyland is releasing new cats, dogs, and Tangled Dooney & Bourke bags via an exclusive shopping event at Downtown Disney District in Disneyland Resort from November 23 to 24, 2020
The Walt Disney Company
- Science fiction novelist Alan Dean Foster is demanding years of unpaid royalties from The Walt Disney Company as according to an open letter published to the Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America (SFWA) website, Disney is delinquent on his royalty payments
WDW News Today
Minnie Mouse The Main Attraction Jungle Cruise Merchandise Available At Sir Mickey’s
Full Walk-through of All Shopping at Buena Vista Street in Disney California Adventure
Smokejumpers Grill Reopens in Disney California Adventure
Live From the Grand Reopening of Buena Vista Street at Disney California Adventure
WDW News Tonight Episode 153 (11/19/20) – Building a Better Mickey Ride, The Cupcake Game
That’s it for today, we hope you enjoyed this Daily Recap. Thanks for stopping by, and we’ll see you tomorrow!
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