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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 distinct...

Welcome to the latest edition of Ears the News Brought to you by our friends at  WDWMagic.com Walt Disney World will host its first esports event with the 2020 Walt Disney World EGF High School National Championship at ESPN Wide World of Sports.  Photo courtesy of WDWMagic.com   In collaboration with the Electronic Gaming Federation (EGF), the event will take place June 12 - 14 at The Arena, bringing together top talent from across the country. Games included in the event will be Overwatch, Rocket League and Super Smash Bros. “At ESPN Wide World of Sports, we strive to make dreams come true for competitors and fans from many different sports,” said Faron Kelley, vice president, Disney Sports. “We look forward to adding our first high school esports tournament to this list and are proud to work with EGF, a leader in esports youth events.” Disney shared a new video with a look inside Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway as training gets underway for t...

Welcome to the latest edition of Ears the News Brought to you by our friends at WDWMagic.com Disney has today revealed plans for the new Tri-Circle-D Ranch at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Horses from both the Pony Farm and Tri-Circle-D Ranch will have new barns and updated outdoor spaces. Image courtesy of WDWMagic.com Starting August 19 2019, the Draft Horse Barn and Pony Farm will temporarily be inaccessible to guests until the new barn debuts in Spring 2020. Guests can still enjoy Pony rides at the Trail Blaze Corral near the campground's entrance, and the resort's trail rides and carriage rides will continue to operate as normal. Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party debuted its all new firework show - Disney's Not So Spooky Spectacular. Replacing Happy HalloWishes, the near 14 minute show features perimeter fireworks, castle projection mapping, an all new soundtrack, and an onstage appearance by Jack Skellington. M...

Welcome to the latest edition of Ears the News Brought to you by our friends at WDWMagic.com . Disney has revealed some new concept art and a name for the village in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge - Black Spire Outpost. The largest settlement on the planet Batuu, Black Spire Outpost is an infamous stop for traders, adventurers, and smugglers traveling around the Outer Rim and Wild Space. Off the beaten path, this outpost has become a haven for the galaxy’s most colorful — and notorious — characters. Widely known for the petrified remains of its once towering ancient trees, the spires now stand guard across the river valleys and plains and have long captured the imagination of travelers to this planet. To the first settlers, these petrified spires became more than just landmarks; they became the heart of the outpost itself. Concept art courtesy of Disney The closure of the FriendShip boat service at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin has been extended into early J...