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Two Disney Cast Members Earn ‘Skipper of the Year’ at Magic Kingdom

Being a cast member on the Jungle Cruise attraction at Magic Kingdom requires that one has a witty way about them. Recently, Jay Friesner, an Attractions Host at Jungle Cruise, and Richard Reyes, a Food & Beverage Coordinator at Jungle Navigation Co. LTD Skipper Canteen, each received nominations and were selected by their peers for exemplifying Two Disney Cast Members Earn ‘Skipper of the Year’ at Magic Kingdom

Jump in and Help Celebrate Family Volunteer Day with Disney on Saturday, November 23rd

Your family can jump in and join families and cast members from around the world as they celebrate Family Volunteer Day this Saturday, November 23rd. The celebration will begin at 10:30am on Saturday at the Marketplace stage in Disney Springs. Bob Chapek, Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, along with Mickey Mouse and friends, Jump in and Help Celebrate Family Volunteer Day with Disney on Saturday, November 23rd

New ‘Frozen 2’ Experiences Coming to Epcot in Celebration of the Film’s Release Nov. 22

Guest visiting Epcot next week should know that there are some new experiences in store celebrating the release of Frozen 2 on November 22. At Royal Sommerhus located in the Norway pavilion at Epcot, guests can visit Anna and Elsa who will have new costumes that were inspired by Frozen 2. At The Fjording Shop New ‘Frozen 2’ Experiences Coming to Epcot in Celebration of the Film’s Release Nov. 22

Get a Preview of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge With New Artwork at Orlando International Airport

Travelers passing through Orlando International Airport (MCO) will now get a taste of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge without ever stepping foot into Disney’s Hollywood Studios with new immersive art installations and photo opportunities. This weekend MCO revealed art installations celebrating the new land, include wraps on the shuttle stations, the first time someone has been Get a Preview of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge With New Artwork at Orlando International Airport

How a Mediterranean-inspired Mural at Disney’s Riviera Resort Was Created

The Disney Parks Blog has gone behind-the-scenes to show how one of the more than 40 original pieces of art was created for Disney’s Riviera Resort, the new Disney Vacation Club property coming soon to Walt Disney World. This Mediterranean-inspired mural was painted directly on the wall at Bar Riva, an open-air pool bar that How a Mediterranean-inspired Mural at Disney’s Riviera Resort Was Created

New Kuamsha Breakfast Menu at Sanaa in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

Sanaa, the popular table-service restaurant at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, has a new quick-service breakfast menu with flavors inspired by authentic African cuisine. The Sanna Kuamsha Breakfast menu is served from 7:00am to 10:00am, perfect for guests heading to the theme parks. Look for grab and go items, along with heartier items that can be New Kuamsha Breakfast Menu at Sanaa in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

New Disney Skyliner Mickey Mouse Funko Pop! Figure Releasing at Walt Disney World Nov. 16

In celebration of the new Disney Skyliner transportation system, a gondola-inspired Funko Pop! figure will be available at retailers around the Walt Disney World Resort beginning November 16. This collectible Funko Pop! figure will be available across Walt Disney World Resort at the following locations: World Traveler at Epcot Mickey’s of Hollywood at Disney’s Hollywood Studios New Disney Skyliner Mickey Mouse Funko Pop! Figure Releasing at Walt Disney World Nov. 16

Jaleo at Disney Springs to Host its First Wine Dinner with Ontañón Dec. 10

Jaleo Disney Springs is getting ready to host its first wine dinner on the evening of Tuesday, December 10 from 7-9 p.m. This special one-night-only experience features 5 wines and 5 courses with Ontañón, a fifth-generation family-operated winery in the famous Rioja Baja region of Spain. Guests can raise a glass of vibrant Spanish red Jaleo at Disney Springs to Host its First Wine Dinner with Ontañón Dec. 10