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  Ears the News Brought to you by our friends at WDWMagic.com Moat refilled around Cinderella Castle as Disney World prepares for the 50th anniversary The moat has been filled, all the cranes and lifts have been removed, and most of the decorations have been placed.  The only piece remaining to be installed is the 50th medallion which is expected to be installed right before the October 1st celebration.  The 50th anniversary will be celebrated for 18 months. Photo courtesy of WDWMagic.com New Walt Disney World Resort hotel discount now available for summer season New discounts are available for WDW resort hotels. You can save up to 25% on selected hotels through September 29, 2021.  Book an enchanting summer escape at The Most Magical Place on Earth and take advantage of this great room offer! You can experience the same legendary detail, service and storytelling found in our parks when they book a stay at a Disney Resort hotel. From unique accommodations to distinctive dining options,

If you’re traveling to Disney World in 2021, there are several changes to be aware of following the Covid-19 shutdown and reopening last year, especially if you’ve visited in the past. Here is a roundup of some of the biggest changes as well as more insight to navigating your next Disney World vacation. Safety Masks are required for all guests ages 2 and up upon entering and throughout all attractions, at all theaters, on transportation and all indoor locations including restaurants, except while actively eating or drinking while stationary. Disney has some specific guidelines for those masks here . As of May 15th, masks are now optional in outdoor common areas and pool decks. Masks can also be removed for socially distanced photos in the parks and resorts, which is a welcome change for those who purchase Memory Maker to capture all of their vacation photos. Disney has also placed sanitizing stations throughout the parks and resorts to encourage usage before and after attractions, din

The 2021 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival looks different than in years past but it is still one of the most beautiful times to visit Epcot and has many fun treats in store. First up, you have the stunning topiaries and gardens dotted throughout the entire park.  These are what really sets the tone for this festival. If you're lucky, you might even spot a character or two hanging out in the gardens.  I spotted both Alice and Mary Poppins at different times in the English Tea Garden!  Tinkerbell is tucked away in the back of the UK Pavilion Mickey makes a second appearance by World Showplace Next you have the Outdoor Kitchens and lots of yummy food and beverage choices around World Showcase and even popping down into Future World a bit. This is always my favorite part of any festival but it's so enjoyable at Flower and Garden because the weather tends to be just perfect for outdoor dining.  Here are a few of my favorites from this year's festival.  Sunshine Gri

 Ears the News Brought to you by our friends at WDWMagic.com Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover reopens at Magic Kingdom After a whole year, Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover finally reopens at Magic Kingdom.  The attraction closed in the first week of March 2020 and the reopening date has been pushed back many times.  New seats have been installed but there was no changes to the show scenes or audio.   Photo courtesy of WDWMagic.com Concept art of the new 'Trader Sam's Gift Shop' scene at the Jungle Cruise Disney shared concept art of the new "Lost and Found" that will replace the former Trader Sam scene at the Magic Kingdom's Jungle Cruise.  According to the story, "Word on the stream is that Alberta Falls, proprietor of the Jungle Navigation Company Ltd., has entrusted her longtime friend, Trader Sam, to manage the new Lost & Found location.  But, with Trader Sam being Trader Sam, there's always an opportunity to make some extr