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6. Mickey Mouse gets digital make over

Mickey Mouse on the Grid, FaZe Clan
Image: FaZe Clan

FaZe Clan have been collaborating with Disney to create a brand new digital look for the iconic mascot, Mickey Mouse which will be used for a merchandise line named 'Mickey On The Grid'.

Included in this new merchandise line will be a whole range of offerings including t-shirts, sweatshirts and hats which will all bear the new 'Mickey On The Grid' logo. The first items as part of the FaZe Clan and Disney's first capsule collection are now available in The Armory which is the FaZe Clan's gaming lounge and retail pop-up store. The line will then be released online from May 30 12 PM PST / 3 PM EST / 7 PM UTC.

7. New Guardians of the Galaxy merchandise now available at EPCOT

Guardians of the Galaxy shop, Disney
Image: Disney

The Treasures of Xandar, the official merchandise location for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind where fans can get their hands on a whole host of merchandise, is now open at EPCOT. We have learnt this week that a number of new Guardians of the Galaxy themed merchandise lines are now available. They include:

  • Guardians of the Galaxy: Heroes of Xandar Collection
  • Guardians of the Galaxy: Through the Eyes of Quill Collection 
  • Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind – Honorary Guardians Collection 
  • Groot Through the Years Collection

These new merchandise lines will also be available in The Creations Shop at EPCOT along with a range.of dated opening day merchandise.

8. New Disney Store coming to I-Drive

New Disney Store, Disney
Image: Disney

Disney has confirmed that a large new Disney store with a huge outdoor EARidecent art display will open on May 31 on International Drive, just off I-4. The store will sell merchandise, tickets and visitors will be able to experience the first-ever interactive Disney Vacation Club Virtual Discovery Station which will use floor to ceiling screens to give prospective buyers an in-depth view of what there is to offer.

9. Main Street Trolley is now transporting guests again

Walt Disney World, Disney
Image: Disney

Currently the Main Street trolley is running a limited schedule due to testing but we are hoping to see it returning to a more fixed timetable in the coming weeks. We are expecting the trolley to run during the mornings as is the case for the other Main Street vehicles. Guests can board the Main Street trolley in Town Square or at Cinderella Castle.

10. Revised Disney Kite Tails Performances Begin

Kite Tails, Disney
Image: Disney

Disney Kite Tails has been revised at Disney's Animal Kingdom. There are now four parts, each featuring different kites and lasting between 3 and 5 minutes (approximately 15 mins in total) rather than the original two longer shows. Here is an outline of what guests can now expect:

  • Lion King (5 mins) " -  “Hakuna Matata” and “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King” with young Simba and Timon and Pumbaa kites.
  • "Circle of Life" (3 mins) - featuring adult Simba and Zazu kites
  • Jungle Book  (3 mins) - "I wanna be like you" featuring King Louie and kites which create a rainbow.
  • "The Bare Necessities" (3 mins) - featuring Baloo kite.

Between each part, flotillas traverse the water to keep guests entertained as Cast Members set up for the next. The shows are currently scheduled between 9:15AM - 3:15PM. For up to date timings for the date of your visit, click here.

 
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