‘Pioneers’ Move Into Cotino, Disney’s Storyliving Community in Rancho Mirage

A group practices yoga by a pool at Cotino, a Storyliving Community, with scenic mountains and modern buildings, no castle in sight.

The first residents of Disney’s community development in California’s Coachella Valley have begun to move into their new homes. Early Residents of Disney’s Cotino Remain Optimistic In an article from USA Today, we’re beginning to hear details about the experiences of the first homeowners in Disney’s Cotino Storyliving community. As of March 2026, Cotino remains … Read more

Sensational Six Luggage Set Arrives at Walt Disney World

We found this new pair of suitcases themed to the Sensational Six at two locations within Walt Disney World Resort. This new matching set of hard-shell rolling luggage features Mickey and Friends along with a large graphic of Cinderella Castle in a solid blue color positioned behind the group. The set consists of two suitcases … Read more

New Walt Disney World Resort Pandora Charms for Coronado Springs and BoardWalk Inn

Two Disney Pandora Charms sets displayed: Boardwalk Resort on the left, Coronado Springs at Walt Disney World Resort on the right.

Two new Pandora charms celebrating Walt Disney World hotels have arrived, with one design for Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort and the other for Disney’s BoardWalk Inn. Coronado Springs Pandora Charm – $80 We found the first new Pandora charm at Panchito’s Gifts and Sundries inside Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. As per the sign advertising the … Read more

Fire Breaks Out at EPCOT & More: Daily Recap (3/22/25)

Daily Recap: A four-image collage captures the day's highlights: smoke billows above trees and homes, a vibrant theme park with block structures, a store section veiled in black drapes, and the Disney shareholders meeting announcement.

The construction walls have been replaced by curtains at the new Pop Century coffee shop, outrage erupted online after it was discovered that influencers are being taken as “family” during Epic Universe Team Member previews, and Disney shareholders almost unanimously rejected a proposal to withdraw from an equality index — all this and more in … Read more

Walt Disney World Hotel Bell Services No Longer Holding Alcohol Deliveries

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Walt Disney World Resort hotel bell services are no longer holding alcohol deliveries. Guests can have various services like Amazon, DoorDash, and Instacart deliver groceries to their Walt Disney World Resort hotel. As of October 2022, bell services were able to hold alcohol deliveries. As of August 1, 2023, bell services are no longer able … Read more

Disney Resorts Home Collection by Sobel Westex Now 30% Off

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Most items from the Disney Resorts Home Collection by Sobel Westex released last year are now discounted up to 30% off. The Sobel Westex website for this collection features the following statement to describe the collection: Sobel Westex is proud to partner with Disney to bring you the exclusive Disney Resorts Home Collection. Our seven-piece … Read more

New Summer Hotel Discounts of Up To 25% Announced for Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World announced new summer hotel discounts, for stays starting in July. If you are planning a Disney vacation anytime soon, be sure to take advantage of this deal where guests can save up to 25% on select Walt Disney World Resort Hotels. Walt Disney World Summer Hotel Discounts The Summer hotel discounts allow … Read more

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Welcomes ‘a-boar-able’ Baby Red River Hog

Mother’s Day arrived a little early at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, where mom Daisy gave birth to a healthy baby red river hog. Mother & Son Bonding at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dr. Mark Penning (@drmarkatdisney) Dr. Mark Penning, Disney’s Vice-President of Animals, Science & Environment, … Read more

Disney Files Lawsuits Against Orange County Property Appraiser

According to Florida Politics, Disney filed ten lawsuits against Property Appraiser Amy Mercado last week over the property taxes of various Walt Disney World resort hotels in Orange County, Florida. This is not the first lawsuit of this nature Disney has filed. Disney claims the taxes are “excessive”, and wants to have the taxes they … Read more

RUMOR: Walt Disney World Planning to Charge Hotel Guests for Daily Housekeeping Services

UPDATE: Disney has reached out to tell us that their recruiter misspoke and there are no plans to charge for daily housekeeping at this time. When Walt Disney World reopened from the few-month-long COVID-19 closure in 2020, housekeeping services at Disney resort hotels were understandably reduced. According to those recruiting new housekeeping cast members, some … Read more

Should I Use a Travel Agent to Plan a Disney Vacation?

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Be Our Guest Vacations is the exclusive travel partner of WDWNT. Visit wdwnt.travel to enlist their help in planning your next Disney vacation! Planning a trip to Disney World is no easy task. The process can be especially confusing and stressful if it’s your first time to the resort. But, with the assistance of a Disney travel … Read more

Reopening Dates Pushed Back for Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Art of Animation Resort; Disney’s Beach Club Resort and BoardWalk Inn to Remain Closed at Walt Disney World

Reopening dates have shifted for numerous Walt Disney World Resort hotels, including delayed reopening dates for Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. As part of this reopening schedule update, Disney’s Beach Club Resort and Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, originally set to reopen on August 24 and October 1 (respectively), will now remain … Read more

BREAKING: Current Disney World Hotel Guests Being Scammed Over Resort Room Phones for Credit Card Information

We now have multiple reports emanating from guests at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s Contemporary Resort over the last several days regarding a phone scam. In all of the cases we have heard firsthand accounts, guests at these resorts are called back (in their hotel rooms typically) from someone claiming to be the front … Read more