Capture The Magic Podcast - Disney World | Universal Studios Florida | News, Rumors & More

On this week’s episode, we talk about the passing of a Disney legend, a new food tour coming to the Magic Kingdom, and some possible rumors involving new attractions and resorts. We also discuss how and if we try to disguise our fandom to non-Disney people.

## **Show Notes**

- Marty Sklar passes away at age 83 - [Click Orlando](https://www.clickorlando.com/theme-parks/leading-disney-parks-imagineer-martin-sklar-dies-at-83)

- New Magic Kingdom Food Tour coming this Fall - [WDW News Today](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/07/magic-kingdom-launching-park-wide-food-tour-fall/)

- Disney’s Mobile Order Expands to Epcot Counter Service - [Kenny the Pirate](http://www.kennythepirate.com/2017/08/02/disneys-worlds-mobile-order-expands-epcot-counter-service/)

- Pre-Show Video Added to Seven Dwarfs Mine Train to Help Shorten Wait Times - [WDW News Today](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/07/video-pre-show-video-added-seven-dwarfs-mine-train-hope-shortening-wait-times/)

- Retro Epcot Merchandise Coming for the Park’s 35th Anniversary this Fall - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/retro-epcot-merchandise-coming-for-the-parks-35th-anniversary-this-fall/)

- Disney Offering Hiring Bonuses to Cooks, Bus Drivers, and Housekeepers - [Orlando Sentinel](http://www.orlandosentinel.com/business/tourism/os-bz-disney-bonuses-20170801-story.html)

- More construction being done on the new Grand Avenue in Hollywood Studios - [WDW Magic](http://www.wdwmagic.com/dining/baseline-tap-house/news/02aug2017-photos---aerial-views-of-grand-avenue-construction-at-disneys-hollywood-studios.htm)

- New Resort coming to Epcot Resort Area - [WDW Theme Parks](http://wdwthemeparks.com/rumors/2017/02/18/new-resort-coming-to-epcot-resort-area)

- New Attraction in the Works at Animal Kingdom - [WDW Theme Parks](http://wdwthemeparks.com/rumors/2017/05/13/new-attraction-in-the-works-at-disneys-animal-kingdom)

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On this episode, we talk about some of the best ways to beat the heat and stay cool in the parks.

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On this week’s episode, we talk about a new hotel coming to the epcot area, some cool changes being made to dining in the parks and Disney Springs, and an overview of our surprise Disney trip next month.

## **Links to Articles**

- JW Marriott hotel planned for area near EPCOT - [Orlando Sentinel](http://www.orlandosentinel.com/business/brinkmann-on-business/os-bz-jw-marriott-disney-world-20170725-story.html)

- Disney discontinues Disney Vacation Account - [Inside the Magic](http://www.insidethemagic.net/2017/07/disney-discontinues-disney-vacation-account-service-leaving-existing-members-multiple-options/)

- Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Pinocchio Village Haus has joined the Mobile Ordering fad - [WDW Magic](http://www.wdwmagic.com/other/mymagicplus/news/25jul2017-pecos-bill-tall-tale-inn-debuts-mobile-order-today.htm)

- Baseline Tap House at HS - [Disney Food Blog](https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2017/07/26/news-baseline-tap-house-and-grand-avenue-opening-this-fall-in-hollywood-studios/)

- Annual Passholders and DVC members will receive 30% off at select restaurants throughout the summer - [WDW News Today](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/07/annual-passholders-disney-vacation-club-members-now-get-30-off-select-table-service-restaurants/)

- Breakfast is now being served at Yak & Yeti Local Food Cafe at Animal Kingdom - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/breakfast-now-available-at-yak-and-yeti-local-food-cafe-at-disneys-animal-kingdom/)

- Disney lifting block out dates for Annual Passholders to ride attractions that are closing - [WDW News Today](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/07/disney-lifting-annual-pass-block-dates-allow-one-last-ride-great-movie-ride-universe-energy/)

- Disney Springs getting Star Wars Shop - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/star-wars-themed-shop-to-replace-marketplace-fun-finds-at-disney-springs/)

- New Attraction coming to UK pavilion? [WDW Theme Parks](http://wdwthemeparks.com/rumors/2017/03/07/new-attraction-coming-to-united-kingdom-pavilion)

- Expansion plots for Pandora [WDW Theme Parks](http://wdwthemeparks.com/rumors/2017/07/14/expansion-plots-for-pandora)

- Lights of Winter Returning to Epcot? - [Inquisiter](http://www.inquisitr.com/4392275/rumor-has-it-that-the-lights-of-winter-will-return-to-epcot-in-walt-disney-world-this-holiday-season/)

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On this episode, we debate the pros and cons of staying on Disney property vs staying off property and which option is best for you.

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On this episode, we talk about all the new Disney World announcements from the D23 Expo this past weekend.

## **Show Notes**

- Visit [www.D23.com](http://www.D23.com) for all of the information from the 2017 D23 Expo!

- Example of 2 1/2D in the new Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway at the expo

- [Ride Test Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbSRhFHyJKg)

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In this week’s grab bag episode, we have another Love It/Hate It showdown with Epcot Attractions, where Jamie and Jared compare which attractions they love and the ones they don’t quite care for.

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In this episode, Jamie and Jared talk about the latest rumors revolving around D23 and what they hope will be announced during this year’s D23 Expo in Anaheim.

### **Links to Articles about D23 Rumors**

[Orlando Weekly](https://www.orlandoweekly.com/Blogs/archives/2017/07/10/everything-disney-will-likely-announce-at-this-weekends-d23) [WDW News Today](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/06/d23-expo-2017-rumors-brave-new-epcot-way-disney-character-5-year-expansion-plan/) [Disney Tourist Blog](http://www.disneytouristblog.com/d23-expo-rumors/) Visit [d23.com](http://d23.com) for more info and 2017 D23 Expo!

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On this episode, Jared & Jamie introduce their new segment called Love it, Hate It, which covers our favorite and not so favorite attractions at the Magic Kingdom.

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In this episode, Jamie and Jared share their thoughts on the changes in store for Pirates of the Caribbean attraction, the ending of a significant Disney partnership, the rumors circulating the additions coming to World Showcase in EPCOT, plus Disney bits, and other rumors.

## News Article Links

- Major changes for Pirates in Disneyworld and land - [The Laughing Place](http://www.laughingplace.com/w/news/2017/06/29/disney-removing-wench-auction-pirates-caribbean/)

- Siemens ends partnership with Disney - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/breaking-siemens-ending-their-sponsorship-with-disney-parks/)

- Candlelight Processional dining packages released - [Disney Food Blog](http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/disney-world-candlelight-processional-dining-package/)

- Offering $25 disney gift card at Disney Springs - [Disney Dinin](http://www.disneydining.com/walt-disney-world-offers-25-bonus-shopping-cards-at-disney-springs/)g

- Construction begins on gondola station at Epcot - [Blog Mickey](http://blogmickey.com/2017/06/photos-construction-walls-epcot-gondola-station/)

- Cubs Den closed at WL - [Chip and Co.](http://www.chipandco.com/childrens-activity-center-cubs-den-will-not-re-open-wilderness-lodge-274089/)

- Cast members will not link magic bands upon purchase anymore - [Chip and Co.](http://www.chipandco.com/starting-today-magicbands-sold-link-later-cast-members-will-no-longer-link-bands-register-273890/)

- New Boulder Ridge pool now opened - [WDW News Today](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/07/photos-video-boulder-ridge-cove-pool-cascade-cabins-area-opens-guests-wilderness-lodge/)

- Disney offering gift cards for no mousekeeping - [Kenny the Pirate](http://www.kennythepirate.com/2017/06/29/guests-offered-disney-gift-cards-exchange-not-rooms-cleaned/)

- Verizon buying out Disney? - [The Dis](https://www.facebook.com/the.dis/posts/10155375885991897)

- Brazil likely new country in World Showcase - [WDW News Today](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/07/update-brazil-likely-new-country-added-world-showcase-epcots-expansion/)

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In this week’s fun episode, Jamie and Jared discuss their stay at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge as well as discuss how we feel about the resort after two years has passed.

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