Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy: The Telltale Series Starts April 18

Marvel just shared the news that the first episode in Telltale’s latest episodic adventure will begin on April 18, when Guardians of the Galaxy: The Telltale Series episode one, Tangled Up in Blue, releases.

Episode one will be available for $4.99 on PS4, Xbox One, PC, iOS, and Android devices. As usual with Telltale games, you can buy the Season Pass for $29.99, which is already up for pre-order on most major retail sites, or digitally through your platform of choice.

Here are a handful of new artwork pictures, as well as the game’s box art:

Marvel will release the first full trailer for the game on Thursday, so stay tuned!

BREAKING: Fastpass-Like Virtual Queue System Being Tested at WDW Water Parks

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A “virtual queue system” is being tested at Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon beginning today, March 28, through April 7,  2017.  According to Disney, “Virtual queuing systems are designed to enable users to reserve a place in line for an attraction without physically waiting in the queue, providing an enhanced Guest experience and more time for additional experiences.” Sounds a lot like Fastpass…

The virtual queue test will include Downhill Double Dipper, Slush Gusher, and Summit Plummet at Blizzard Beach, and Miss Adventure Falls at Typhoon Lagoon.

We’ll post more information on this test of the new system as we receive it.  If you happen to experience this system in the water parks today, let us know in the comments!

VIDEO: New Trailer For “Spider-Man: Homecoming”; No Suit For You!

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That is some suit! Looks like Spider-Man is having all sorts of trouble with not only The Vulture, but with Iron Man too! Tony takes back the suit he gave Peter and looks like Peter has to go back to his old duds! And it looks like Captain America makes an appearance in this movie too! Can’t wait!

A young Peter Parker/Spider-Man (Tom Holland), who made his sensational debut in Captain America: Civil War, begins to navigate his newfound identity as the web-slinging super hero in Spider-Man: Homecoming. Thrilled by his experience with the Avengers, Peter returns home, where he lives with his Aunt May (Marisa Tomei), under the watchful eye of his new mentor Tony Stark (Robert Downey, Jr.). Peter tries to fall back into his normal daily routine – distracted by thoughts of proving himself to be more than just your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man – but when the Vulture (Michael Keaton) emerges as a new villain, everything that Peter holds most important will be threatened.

“Spider-Man: Homecoming” opens July 7th!

Source: Sony

Liberty Tree Tavern at the Magic Kingdom Brings Back Pot Roast, Other Menu Changes

A few months ago, we broke the news about the removal of the famous Pot Roast from Liberty Tree Tavern, among other changes to their menu. Well, after enough guest feedback about the loss of the beloved entree, it has returned!

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As you can see above, the Pot Roast is back as “Our Tavern Keeper’s Favorite”. There is also now a Boston Cream Pie for dessert.

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Meanwhile, the all-you-care-to-enjoy meal for lunch and dinner has made a positive change, making the included dessert the much enjoyed Oooey Gooey Toffee Cake.

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They have also expanded their alcoholic drink menu to include a Mimosa and Hard Cider.

So, what do you think? Are these changes for the better?

Radio Disney Arch Photo-Op at Disney Springs Until April 30th

There is now a special Radio Disney photo op at Disney Springs. This new limited-engagement photo-op is with the one and only Radio Disney Arch (or “ARDY”) where many famous celebrities, including Fifth Harmony, have stood on the red carpet posing for their photos. “ARDY” is named after the award that is actually given to the artists each year at the Radio Disney Music Awards.

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Can’t make it to Disney Springs to see the arch for yourself? You can still participate in the fun by voting for your favorite artists until April 9, 2017 on the official RDMA site, accessible here: www.Disney.com/RDMA. The live RDMA show will take place on April 29th in Los Angeles, CA, with winners announced via social media in real time. The following day, April 30th, “Disney Channel Presents the 2017 Radio Disney Music Awards” will air on the Disney Channel at 7 p.m. so make plans to tune-in. ARDY will be available at Disney Springs until April 30th.

If you do get to pose with the ARDY Arch, guests are encouraged to take a selfie and tag it with #RDMA and #DisneySprings.

Plazma Ray’s Diner Opens at Tokyo Disneyland

The newest restaurant at Tokyo Disneyland opened on March 25, 2017, in Tomorrowland. Plazma Ray’s Diner is a counter service restaurant that specializes in rice bowls and even offers sweet potato fries (which is uncommon in Japan).

This restaurant is a simple re-theme of the former Plaza Restaurant which closed in January 2017. The restaurant is not 100% complete as they are still working on some of the exterior, which is scheduled to open in summer 2017.

Here are a couple photos from TDRExplorer. You can read a full review of this restaurant here.

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For more on Tokyo Disney Resort (also Hong Kong Disneyland and Shanghai Disneyland), make sure to visit TDRExplorer.com.

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Animal Kingdom 3/27/17 (AVATAR, Rivers of Light, New Merchandise, Willie the Anteater, Etc.)

Our latest photo report brings us to Disney’s Animal Kingdom for a wild adventure…

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The bar area between Rainforest Cafe and the entrance of the park was heavily refurbished. Looks like they are expecting to reopen it once crowds arrive for Pandora.

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Pandora looms in the distance.

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A look at Pandora from the Animal Kingdom bus loop.

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Work continues on the expansion of the bus loop.

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Alright, time to head inside…

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I always make sure to visit the Babirusa on my way through the Oasis.

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Rivers of Light Merchandise

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Nearly every store in the park is carrying Rivers of Light merchandise currently. I wonder if the opening of Pandora will change all of these displays…

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The passholder tiger shirt pictured is now sold out. They are not expecting more.

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A very shiny Rivers of Light logo pin.

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The light-up ear hat ornament is pretty neat.

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The totem pole is a Made with Magic item that interacts with the show, but also can interact with other Made with Magic products. You can see the totem wand in action below:

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A variety of other glowing products are sold, including a fan and a necklace.


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The most popular light-up item seems to be this lotus blossom “glow cube”, sold with beverages at the Thirsty River Bar by Expedition Everest and several other bar locations.

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If you would like a drink recommendation, the Khumbu Ice Fall is my personal favorite.

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An Easter Mickey Mouse plush is now available.

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A limited edition Easter MagicBand 2 was released recently.

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REVIEW: Breakfast Waffle Sandwich at Sleepy Hollow Refreshments, The Magic Kingdom

With the debut of breakfast at the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor and Casey’s Corner (even though the latter has already been discontinued), we were also promised that a breakfast waffle sandwich would be coming to Sleepy Hollow Refreshments in Liberty Square at the Magic Kingdom. Well, after I had my Mission to S’mores Latte from Revive in Tomorrowland, I was a little hungry, so I decided to stop by and try this sandwich out…

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“When pizza is on a bagel, you can have pizza anytime.” Well, I guess when a sandwich is on a waffle, you can have a sandwich anytime as well, because the lunch offerings from Sleepy Hollow are also available first thing in the morning.

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You wouldn’t really know that there is a breakfast waffle sandwich offered until you get to the counter, which is where the only sign is. I’m guessing this hampers sales of the morning-only meals, but what do I know about selling food as I chose to go into the blogging field.

Sleepy Hollow Refreshment Breakfast Waffle Sandwich – $8.99

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Sleepy Hollow Refreshments Breakfast Waffle Sandwich – $8.99

The sandwich contains an egg patty with cheese, ham, and tomatoes inside of a waffle, as you might imagine.

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Sleepy Hollow Refreshments Breakfast Waffle Sandwich – $8.99

Overall, I thought it was very good. The cheese could be a little overpowering at times, but otherwise I thought it was of a good size and enough food to hold you over if you have an early dinner reservation or something of the sort. Personally, I prefer the chicken sandwich, but you may not want that to start your day at 9am.

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Sleepy Hollow Refreshments Breakfast Waffle Sandwich – $8.99

If you are not looking for Mickey Waffles or a Doughnut Sundae to start your Magic Kingdom day, the Sleepy Hollow Breakfast Sandwich is a viable grab and go option during the hectic attraction rush of the park’s opening.

RUMOR: Groot and Star Lord from Guardians of the Galaxy are Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Rumors indicate that both the Groot and Star Lord characters from Guardians of the Galaxy may be coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World.

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We already knew that Star Lord would be coming per an audition posting a few weeks ago, but it now appears that Groot will be joining him in some capacity. It is unknown in exactly what capacity the two will be appearing at the park, but it may be something similar to the Dr. Strange show that was conducted in late 2016.

At Disney California Adventure, a meet and greet experience and other activities featuring Star Lord, Gamora, and Groot will take place over the Summer to celebrate the opening of the Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout attraction.

PHOTOS: New Magic Kingdom Security Checkpoints Being Constructed

As we reported earlier this week, rumors were indicating that the Magic Kingdom would be moving its security checkpoints further out. Well, it appears that construction has begun on the new checkpoints for guests on watercraft and busses.

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This screening area will likely be for guests coming off of the Walt Disney World busses. The temporary tents are being used during the test and adjust period. Permanent structures would be built once the best permanent location is determined.

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The first set of tents would house the bag check. The second is for the metal detectors.

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Guests arriving via watercraft would have their own security checkpoint as well.

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Rumors indicate that monorail and ferryboat guests will be screened at the Transportation and Ticket Center, but we didn’t see any tents erected there as of yet. Guests at resorts taking the monorail would be screened at the loading platform if all of this should pan out.