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Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons resumed operations last year in October, with new health and safety guidelines in place.
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And weddings are a BIG deal at Disney, which is why we’re constantly seeing new wedding dress collections, merchandise collections, and more! Where better to celebrate love than Disney World?
D23, Disney’s official fan club, tends to offer its members the perk of snagging early access to some collectible Disney merchandise.
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Last year, members got to snag a limited edition Mickey plush early every month and a similar monthly collection has kicked off this year. The series is called “Treasures from the Vault” and features plushes inspired by themes and characters from 1930 to 1970. Now, the February collectibles have arrived and yes, there are TWO of them!
It can be hard to see some really SWEET merchandise only to find out it’s a park-exclusive or sold out once you arrive.
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Well, all is not COMPLETELY lost. Sometimes, the Disney-owned El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles releases a treat by selling Disney Parks-exclusive souvenirs that can be shipped RIGHT to your home. We’ve seen exclusive popcorn buckets, holiday souvenirs, and even the iconic kitchen sink bowls! Now, some more fan-favorite items are available to be shipped to you!
We’ve got GREAT news for fairytale fans.
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The tale of Cinderella has had a BUNCH of iterations. Sure, Disney’s Cinderella is certainly iconic, but the fandom garnered by Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella with Brandy and Whitney Houston is nothing to scoff at. Now, this fan-favorite film is going to get a WHOLE lot easier to watch!
A special someone has a big anniversary this year!
Winnie the Pooh in Epcot
That willy, nilly, silly ol’ bear better known as Winnie the Pooh is celebrating his 55th anniversary with Disney this year. In February 1966, Pooh’s first animated featurette, Winnie the Pooh and the Honey Tree, was released in the US!
The Walt Disney Family Museum has been hosting virtual exhibitions featuring pieces from artists all over the world.
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With these special events, you can virtually tour the Diane Disney Miller Exhibition Hall and check out some awesome artwork from the comfort of your own couch. Previous virtual exhibits have been inspired by “it’s a small world” and more. Now, a NEW virtual exhibit is coming, centered around nature and conservation. And YOU can enter your artwork to be featured in it!
As the COVID-19 vaccine continues to roll out around the country and world, officials are looking at next steps.
Flight from Orlando
Right now, many countries (including the United States) already require a negative test for entry and masks are soon to be required for air travel in the U.S. Now, officials are evaluating the potential for a “vaccine passport” to prove passengers are vaccinated in order to fly. Here’s what we know!
There’s no denying that Disney’s newest nuiMOs plushes are absolutely adorable, but they are VERY pricey too!
Mickey and Minnie nuiMOs
A single plush will set you back $17.99, and the outfits range in price from $12.99 to nearly $20 each. If you’ve been eyeing these cuties but just wishing you could get them for a little cheaper, you’ll definitely want to enter this new sweepstakes. If you win, you could get 2 nuiMOs and MORE for FREE!
Disney Princess Half Marathon weekend is quickly approaching!
The Little Mermaid Medals
While the event is virtual this year, if you’re a participant you’re probably still working hard to prepare (and dreaming of those medals)! Luckily, we’ve got a princess-inspired recipe for a quick and healthy snack break.
We’ve been celebrating Valentine’s Day for what feels like the past month at Disney World, but we’re really close to the actual day being here!
The Seas Valentine’s Sign
Whether your idea of celebrating the season of love involves new clothes and accessories or lots of chocolate, there are TONS of ways to celebrate with Disney. And, you can keep expanding your wardrobe because Hot Topic has released clothes featuring Disney couples!
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