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New details are revealed for Lakeshore Lodge, the nature-inspired resort at Walt Disney World scheduled to open in summer 2027. Walt Disney Imagineering shares a behind-the-scenes look at Lakeshore Lodge construction, the new Muppets-themed loading area for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster, and Big Thunder Mountain. A new one-hour ambience video featuring the sights and sounds of Living with the Land is now available. Disney Cruise Line extends its agreement with the Port of San Diego through 2031 with plans to increase sailings. A new promotion offers 50% off kids' fares on select Disney Cruise Line itineraries departing through early 2027. The classic Little Red elephant animatronic from the original Kilimanjaro Safaris storyline is reportedly visible on select tours at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. New Bluey merchandise, including customizable headbands and jewelry, is arriving at Disney Parks and the Disney Store. The latest Star Wars Day collection features pod racing-inspired apparel.

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• Lakeshore Lodge Updates
• Pardon Our Pixie Dust
• Living with the Land Ambience
• Disney Cruise Line Offer
• Bluey Merch
• Podracer Merch

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Disney announced an opening date, ride vehicle, celebrity cameos, and a set list for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. DVC members will have access to a preview of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppet prior to the May opening date. The free Water Park perk is returning to Walt Disney World in 2027, but with a new restriction. Walt Disney Imagineering revealed that the newly refurbished Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will have 2,000 new bats within the mountain. Disney will offer the Deluxe Dining Plan again starting in 2027. Galaxy’s Edge timeline updates will start soon at Disneyland and Disney provided new details about the changes. Disney released another preview of May the Fourth merchandise including a mystery shirt box and Endor themed items.

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• Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets
• 2,000 Bats in Big Thunder
• Galaxy's Edge Timeline Updates
• Star Wars Day Endor Merch

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On This Episode

Tom is back from his recent vacation and he has brought along a special guest, his wife Karyn, to help with the trip report. They share a full trip report from their last-minute five-night sailing on the Disney Fantasy. They discuss the ship’s unique "homey" atmosphere, the high level of service they experienced compared to their time on the Disney Treasure, and what it was like navigating 60 mph winds and 15-foot seas on their final night. Tom and Karyn also recount their relaxing follow-up stay at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort, highlighting the magical cast member interactions and a special coloring session with Pluto. DVC formalized penalties for violating the commercial use policy for renting points. The guys discuss the excitement surrounding the reopening of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom, which features a brand-new track and a lowered height requirement of 38 inches. New Star Wars merch coming to Disneyland includes a protocol droid head popcorn bucket. Disney plans to bring the walking Olaf robot to all the parks and cruises. EPCOT’s Refreshment Port will transform into "La Poutinerie," hosted by Air Canada.

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• Big Thunder Mountain Reopening
• New Star Wars Merch

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