Apr 14, 2013

We are currently looking to fill the following Disneyland related positions for WDWNT.com: Lead Editor - We are looking for a new editor for the Disneyland News Today Podcast. Duties would include editing and publishing the DLNT podcast on a weekly basis. Audio editing experience is preferred but not required, you must be a mac user. Podcast Staff - We are looking for a few individuals to add to the Disneyland News Today Podcast. Duties include participating in the weekly recording of the show. You must have a decent internet connection and a microphone. Must have general knowledge of all aspects of the parks. Disneyland Lead Reporter - We are also looking for someone to write and post Disneyland related news on a daily basis on WDWNT.com. For more information about...

Apr 3, 2013

WDWNT Reporter Michael Wada visited Disneyland Easter Sunday and grabbed some pictures of some of the Easter festivities. Special meet and greet set up Easter Bunny! Mickey and Minnie in their sunday best The “Spring Fling” was a part of Limited Time Magic. It included the Bunny Hop in which all your favorite rabbit characters and the Dapper Dans came out to teach guests the bunny...

Mar 28, 2013

From Erin Glover on the Disney Parks Blog: Attention Iron Man fans! To celebrate the upcoming release of “Iron Man 3,” opening in theaters May 3, an exciting new exhibit is coming to Innoventions at Disneyland park in California – featuring actual set pieces from the film! Beginning April 13, Iron Man Tech Presented by Stark Industries will give Disneyland park guests the chance to see Tony Stark’s Hall of Armor, featuring Iron Man suits Mark I-VII – the same suits featured in “Iron Man 3.” And you will even be able to virtually “suit up,” yourself! Through simulation technology, guests will be able to see what it’s like to operate the latest pieces of the Mark 42 Iron Man armor, even getting the chance to test out its infamous repulsor...

Mar 20, 2013

The long rumored Starbucks location inside Disneyland has finally been announced on the Disney Parks Blog: I’ve got updates to share with you today about some big changes coming to Main Street, U.S.A., at Disneyland park. First, Starbucks will be making its much-anticipated debut inside Market House this fall. To make room for this exciting addition, Market House will close next month to begin an expansion into the adjacent space currently occupied by Disneyana. Disney art and collectible fans will soon be able to find all their favorite treasures in one location, as Disneyana will move to a new home inside the Bank of Main Street building, the current location of the Disney Gallery. The new, combined location will continue to present a rotating Gallery...

Mar 18, 2013

Fantasy Faire has now officially opened inside Disneyland Park and we have photos from one of the Annual Passholder previews that took place just a few days ago. Thanks to DLNT Reporter Tim Alcoser for the photos. Beautiful Morning In line to get wristbands for the preview The crowds gather to enter the new land I spy Tony Baxter Royal Hall queue Tangled Tower sits in the center of the new land Clopin’s Music Box The path to Frontierland has reopened Maurices Treats Inside Royal Theater waiting for the show to begin. Mr. Smythe and Mr. Jones We will have video up very soon of the performance Maurices Treats sells pastry twists and boysen apple freezes And of course the awesome Cheddar Garlic Bagel Twist The...

Mar 1, 2013

Annual Passholder preview dates for Fantasy Faire have been announced on the Disneyland Passholder site. Fantasy Faire, a fascinating new world within Fantasyland, will open March 12, 2013. As an Annual Passholder, you are invited to preview this new attraction before the big day. Space is limited for this event, but with your valid Passport, you could experience this land of enchantment before it opens to the general public. Enter Fantasy Faire and step into a “once upon a time” storybook village square surrounded by charming cottages. Here, Disney fairy tales come to life, Disney friends from timeless tales are eager to meet you and “happily ever after” happens every day. With Limited Time Annual Passholder Magic, Annual Passholders have...

Feb 28, 2013

From Erin Glover on the Disney Parks Blog: Yesterday, I gave you a sneak peek at Clopin’s Music Box, an interactive element coming to Fantasy Faire when it opens March 12 at Disneyland park. Today, I’m excited to share a video of the installation of this piece, along with two other charming details: Tangled Tower, which is located in the center of Fantasy Faire, and – my favorite element of this new area – Figaro the cat from “Pinocchio.” Watch as Michel Den Dulk, Creative Director, Walt Disney Imagineering, tells us more about these magical...

Feb 18, 2013

DLNT Reporter Michael Wada was at the Disneyland Resort this past weekend and got some great pictures of Fantasy Faire and of the Oz hot air balloon. As part as a multi-city promotion, The “Journey to Oz Balloon Tour” landed this weekend at the Disneyland Resort and yes it is a real hot air balloon (we have been asked multiple times) Some filming going on as well. (LOOK AT THE MINI BALLOON!!!!!) He must have gotten a lot of followers for that twitpic There it is… Neat graphic on the side of the trailer Anyway, on to the theme park, Fantasy Faire is looking great Maurice’s Treats has showed up Over in Frontierland, Big Thunder is still closed The Mark Twain still in dry dock Michael was nice enough to go around...

Feb 15, 2013

From Erin Glover on the Disney Parks Blog: If you’re – like me – counting down the days until “Oz The Great and Powerful” opens in theaters March 8, I’ve got exciting news for you. From February 16-March 31, Disney California Adventure park guests can experience a special sneak peek of Disney’s new fantastical adventure as part of “Limited Time Magic.” Throughout the day at the Muppet*Vision 3D theater, guests will have the opportunity to see an extended preview of the film in 3D, mixed with special in-theater 4D effects. And don’t forget – you can experience these “Limited Time Magic” offerings and more at the Disneyland Resort for less with our special limited-time ticket...

Feb 15, 2013

From Thomas Smith on the Disney Parks Blog: Our “Limited Time Magic” surprises continue next week with some musical celebrations at Disney Parks. The talented 8-part a cappella group, Voices of Liberty, will honor Presidents Day with special presidential shows in the parks for you to enjoy. At both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts, the Voices of Liberty will bring to life some of the inspirational moments from our nation’s history with their harmonies, accompanied by memorable quotes from American presidents, ranging from Theodore Roosevelt and Dwight D. Eisenhower to Ronald Reagan and Barack Obama. And of course, the celebrations will be for a limited time only. Here are the details: At Walt Disney World Resort from February 18–24 at the America...