2 New Loungefly Backpacks Available

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks

A trusty bag is an absolute necessity for a day in the parks, and the hunt to find that perfect purse to hold all your essentials, be small enough to breeze through security lines and fit in ride vehicles, and still be absolutely Disney adorable can be a tough shout. Loungefly, as we know, are the queens of parks purses, having brought out a huge range of not only designs but also styles, from the Minnie Ear backpack to the wristlet.

Similar to other labels’ hugely popular bag patterns, Loungefly’s box-style backpacks have handles on the top of the case, a zip compartment at the front, and are made of a canvas material.

Red Mickey Ear Hat Backpack by Loungefly

This first design is a bold, fire-hydrant red, accented with black straps and zipper. It’s pattern is the Mickey Ear Hat icon, printed all over the front of the bag and continuing on the inside. It really gives off those Mouseketeer vibes! This bag can be purchased in Sunset Club Couture.

Blue Cinderella Castle Backpack by Loungefly

The second backpack is a deep blue with gray straps and zipper, perfectly reflecting the colors of Cinderella Castle which is printed all over the bag. The inside is lined with a blue fabric covered in the Walt Disney World logo. We found this one over in Mickeys of Hollywood.

Both bags retail at $75.

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City Works Eatery and Pour House is Now Open @ Disney Springs

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Dining, Disney Parks

Disney Springs got a brand new restaurant. City Works Eatery and Pour House is located next to the NBA Experience on the West Side of Disney World’s downtown shopping district. 

Disney foodies and sports lovers alike are sure to be smitten with a mouth-watering menu featuring American classics with a twist, an enviable number of beers on tap and screens galore to catch the big game. 

One menu highlight is the BBQ Chicken Flatbread. It comes with House-smoked BBQ chicken, mozzarella, Gouda, red onion, housemade BBQ sauce, cilantro. You’ll find it on the City Works shareable menu!

Another menu highlight is the City Works Burger featuring aged white cheddar, shredded iceberg, vine-ripened tomato, red onion, dill pickle, brioche bun!

It goes without saying that with that many beers on tap City Works boasts a massive bar area!

The restaurant is spacious with a classic and stylish interior and unrivalled views of the West End of Disney Springs. This view is of the theatre that will be housing the new production of Cirque du Soliel opening later this year! 

Throughout the restaurant, you’ll find screens broadcasting important sporting events so that you never have to miss a game! 

The menu is brimming with incredible offerings from Happy Hour Specials and Handhelds to Sharing Platters and info on their Rock ‘n’ Roll Brunch!

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Disney Raises Prices For Annual Passes and Park Hopper Options

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks

Disney has raised its prices for certain Walt Disney World annual passes and park hopper options. Traditionally, these price increases happen every February, so these increases were expected to go into effect any day now. Keep reading for all the details.

Annual Pass Increases

Here is the breakdown in the price increases:

  • The Disney Platinum Pass is now $1295, up from $1219 – a $76 increase.
  • The Disney Platinum Pass is now $1195, up from $1119 – a $76 increase.
  • The Gold Pass (FL residents) is now $719, up from $699 – a $20 increase.
  • The Silver Pass (FL residents) is now $539, up from $519 – a $20 increase.
  • The Disney Weekday Select Pass (FL residents) is $369, up from $349 – a $20 increase.
  • The Epcot After 4 Pass (FL residents) is $319, up from $304 – a $15 increase.

Note that some passes for Florida residents did not change:

  • Florida Residents purchasing the Disney Platinum Plus Pass has no increase. Florida Residents still pay $999 for that pass.
  • Florida residents purchasing the Disney Platinum Pass has no increase. The pass is still $899.
  • Florida residents purchasing the Disney Theme Park Select Pass has no increase. The pass is still $439.

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What has changed though is there is a $20 increase on the down payment if you choose the monthly payment plan. The down payment jumped from $139 to $159. The monthly payment plan option is only available to Florida residents.

There also was no increase for the Water Parks Annual pass ($139) or the Water Parks After 2 pass ($89).

Increase for Park Hopper and Park Hopper Plus

In addition to the annual pass increases, Disney had increased the prices for the Park Hopper and Park Hopper Plus adding an additional $5 to each option.

Miss Piggy Fountain Back in Place After Refurbishment

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Hollywood Studios

The show must go on, and now, Miss Piggy is finally ready for her close-up outside of Muppet*Vision 3D, where the beloved Muppets Courtyard fountain has been restored after refurbishment.

Refurbishment on the adjacent attraction led to having the famous fountain dismantled, but Miss Piggy has returned dressed as the Statue of Liberty once again.

We did notice that the boat with the two fishing rats is gone, potentially furthering the trend that they are simplifying the fountain by removing as many characters as possible.

Starting in late 2016, the fountain became a planter to accommodate Galaxy’s Edge construction, and when it did return as a fountain, the moving elements and a number of character statues had been removed from it as part of the Grand Avenue makeover of the former Muppets Courtyard.

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Magic Kingdom Park Hours Extended, Magic Hours Adjusted For March

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Magic Kingdom

Disney has adjusted park hours at the Magic Kingdom for March 2020. As a result of the adjusted hours Extra Magic Hours in affected days have also been adjusted.

March 2020

  • March 1, 6, 7: Park Hours Extended to 9 PM (Previously 8 PM)
  • March 8-16 & 18-31: Park Hours Extended to 10 PM (Previously 9 PM)
  • March 17: Park Hours Extended to 11 PM (Previously 9 PM)

As a result of the adjusted hours, Extra Magic Hours in March 25th has been moved to 10 PM – 12 AM from 9 PM – 11 PM.

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