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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 18/11/2025

NEW: Universal shared new concept art for its upcoming Universal Kids Resort in Texas including a look at several attractions including Shrek & Fiona’s Happily Ogre After, Jurassic World: Cretaceous Coaster, Bello Bay Cruise with the Minions, and Rhonda’s TrollsFest Express.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 18/11/2025

During my time on the Disney Destiny, I toured the ship's engine room. If it whirs, pumps, cools, cleans, or keeps ice cream machines running, I saw it. Here's a recap of my deep dive below the water line: scottgustin.substack.com/p/below-the-...

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 07/11/2025

A new two-story Earl of Sandwich is currently being built at the opposite end of Downtown Disney. The restaurant will also have a new gastropub Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby. An opening date has not been announced yet.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 07/11/2025

The Earl of Sandwich on the east side of Downtown Disney District will permanently close after business today. The closure will allow for construction to begin on the upcoming Porto's Bakery. The pop-up Earl’s location near Star Wars Trading Post will remain open.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 17/10/2025

NEW: Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT will be closed Nov. 10-13 and will reopen with enhanced digital visuals and clearer imagery in 2D. No more 3D. New props and lightning will be added to queue and attraction over the coming months.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 06/10/2025

NEW: A new miniature of Rapunzel’s Tower from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Tangled is coming to Storybook Land Canal Boats at Disneyland Park. The ride is currently closed for refurb and reopens this winter.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 22/09/2025

NEW: Disney says 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' will return on Tuesday following "thoughtful conversations with Jimmy" over the past few days.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 02/09/2025

NEW: The last day to ride DINOSAUR at Disney’s Animal Kingdom before it goes extinct is February 1, 2026. Starting Feb. 2, DINOSAUR, Restaurantosaurus, and all of DinoLand will be officially closed to make way for Tropical Americas.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 25/08/2025

Here's my recap of the Walt Disney World news revealed last week and what it means for more reveals this weekend at Destination D23. scottgustin.substack.com/p/a-recap-of...

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A recap of Walt Disney World updates and a look ahead to Destination D23

Walt Disney World outlined several upcoming projects last week as part of its plans through 2026.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 22/08/2025

NEW: Disney shared first look inside The Beak & Barrel at Magic Kingdom.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 20/08/2025

NEW: Starting Jan. 5, the Pixar Place Hotel entrance to Disney California Adventure Park will close with no plans to reopen, Disneyland officials confirmed. Pixar Place Hotel guests will instead be able to enter DCA through the Grand Californian Hotel entrance.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 20/08/2025

The one Lightning Lane entry will be available to each guest on the reservation with valid park admission and a park reservation. Limit one per guest, per stay. DVC reservations do qualify. Good Neighbor Hotel bookings do not qualify.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 20/08/2025

NEW: Starting Jan. 5, all guests staying at a Disneyland Resort hotel will receive one complimentary Lightning Lane entry for a Multi Pass attraction of their choice. Also NEW: Beginning Jan. 5, Disneyland Resort will end the Early Theme Park Entry program.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 19/08/2025

NEW: Imagine and Enchant Key passes are going on sale Aug. 26, no earlier than 9:00 AM PT.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 19/08/2025

NEW: Disneyland Resort vacation packages and hotel reservations for 2026 will be available to book starting tomorrow, Aug. 20. Valid for arrivals Jan. 1 - Dec. 31, 2026.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 19/08/2025

NEW: Effective today, Oga's Cantina at Disneyland Park only offers walk-up availability with a traditional standby queue and no longer offers new reservations. Existing reservations will be honored.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 18/08/2025

The last day to see Paint the Night at Disneyland in 2025 is Sunday, Nov. 9. The parade will pause for the holidays starting Nov. 10 and resume again next year.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 18/08/2025

NEW: The Beak and Barrel reservations will launch on Wednesday, Aug. 20 at 7 p.m. ET.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 14/08/2025

NEW: Disneyland shared a first look at Syndrome. He will debut for the first time at Oogie Boogie Bash on select nights from August 17 through October 31. You can catch him at his own dedicated trail near Pixar Pier Band Shell.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 13/08/2025

NEW: Starting Sept. 11, "The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure" at DHS will be available as a Lightning Lane option. When booking, it will be available in the second group of attractions. Guests will see the show available as early as Aug. 20 for use starting Sept. 11.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 11/08/2025

Here’s a recap of my hard-hat tour of the Disney Destiny, including what we saw (and what we couldn’t). Oh, and here’s a photo of me in The Sanctum, creating the false illusion that I actually helped build the ship. scottgustin.substack.com/p/behind-the...

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 31/07/2025

NEW: The Halloween overlay at Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar at Disney Springs debuts on Aug. 19.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 31/07/2025

Magic Key sales have been paused for new purchases on all 4 passes. Renewals are still available. Prior to today, the Inspire Key and Believe Key were available to buy new.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 25/07/2025

NEW: Disney Cruise Line has revealed a new look at Spider-Man and his Spider-Bots on the stern of the Disney Destiny. The characters were installed earlier this week by the team at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 24/07/2025

The music from "Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away" is set to be released in the US tomorrow on streaming platforms. The 19-minute album features 11 tracks, including music from the floats, the Starlight Anthem, and the closing song.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 20/07/2025

NEW: Test Track will soft open to all guests on Sunday, July 20 and Monday, July 21. The ride officially opens on Tuesday, July 22.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 19/07/2025

NEW: "Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away" will have a soft open performance TONIGHT at 9pm at Magic Kingdom. The parade will make its official debut on July 20.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 16/07/2025

NEW: Disney CEO Bob Iger will ring the NYSE opening bell live from Disneyland Resort on Thursday morning in celebration of Disneyland’s 70th anniversary. Opening bell is 930am ET.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 16/07/2025

NEW: Music from the “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away” parade will be released on streaming platforms soon, though no exact release date has been announced. The new nighttime parade debuts at Magic Kingdom on July 20.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 15/07/2025

Here are my thoughts on the Walt Disney animatronic — what I loved, what fell short, and why it dazzles in person even when it’s practically (im)perfect. scottgustin.substack.com/p/walt-disne...

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 14/07/2025

NEW: Disney has shared has shared a first look at the Walt Disney Audio-Animatronic.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 13/07/2025

Disneyland Resort shared photos of a new Main Street, U.S.A. window honoring Lillian Disney, unveiled today during a private ceremony. The tribute, revealed on the couple's 100th wedding anniversary, continues a tradition Walt started when Disneyland opened 70 years ago.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 10/07/2025

NEW: A virtual queue will be in place for Walt Disney – A Magical Life when it opens July 17 at Disneyland Park. There will be 2 daily opportunities to join the VQ:

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 09/07/2025

NEW: Jollywood Nights returns to Walt Disney World again this year. Tickets on sale July 22, resort guests can purchase starting July 16. Dates: Nov. 8, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29 Dec. 1, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 22

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 08/07/2025

Disneyland and Walt Disney Imagineering shared a new look at the attraction poster for "Walt Disney - A Magical Life."

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 02/07/2025

NEW: Walt Disney World has shared the list of performers for the 2025 Eat to the Beat Concert Series during the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 30/06/2025

NEW: When Test Track officially reopens on July 22, it will offer a traditional standby line and Lightning Lane Multi Pass. Disney has confirmed there will be no virtual queue.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 30/06/2025

NEW: Test Track will be available using Lightning Lane Multi Pass. Test Track will be a "Tier 1" attraction during pre-planning, along with Frozen Ever After and Remy's Ratatouille Adventure. Soarin' moves to the second tier.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 30/06/2025

NEW: Annual Passholder previews for Test Track will take place July 13–19 (excluding July 17). Passholders with an EPCOT reservation can join the 7 a.m. virtual queue. A second opportunity at 1 p.m. will be open to all Passholders.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 30/06/2025

NEW: Disneyland shared a first look at the new marquee for "Walt Disney – A Magical Life," opening July 17 at the Main Street Opera House.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 30/06/2025

A young girl reportedly fell from the Disney Dream on Sunday, prompting her father to jump in after her. Crew members quickly rescued them from the ocean and safely returned them to the ship within minutes, according to a statement from Disney Cruise Line.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 29/06/2025

The Hall of Presidents at Magic Kingdom Park has reopened following a 5-month refurbishment. The show features a recorded performance of the oath of office by President Donald Trump - the same as the show during Trump's first term.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 27/06/2025

NEW: Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin will temporarily close starting Aug. 4 for the addition of a new show scene, updated vehicles, and other enhancements. It will reopen next year. Last day to ride in 2025 is Aug. 3.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 27/06/2025

NEW: Spaceship Earth at EPCOT will close for routine refurbishment beginning August 25 and is scheduled to reopen later this year.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 26/06/2025

NEW: Universal Destinations & Experiences announces its second location for Universal Horror Unleashed in Chicago. The upcoming venue will be located on Chicago Avenue at the former Tribune Distribution Center, situated between the River North and West Town districts.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 25/06/2025

The Walt Disney World Monorail System is being updated this week to feature logos that glow in the dark. The update builds on LED enhancements added during the resort’s 50th anniversary when all 12 trains were outfitted with lights that illuminate the beam beneath each train.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 25/06/2025

Earlier today, Walt Disney Imagineering filed permits for demolition, infrastructure prep, and utility work on Tom Sawyer Island. July 6 is the last day to experience Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island, and the Liberty Belle at Magic Kingdom.

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Scott Gustin @scottgustin.com · 24/06/2025

NEW: Pirates of the Caribbean at Disneyland will no longer be offered as a Lightning Lane attraction starting July 1.

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