VIDEO: First Trailer for Frozen 2 Released
Iain
The wait is now over! Just this morning, Walt Disney Animation Studios released the trailer for “Frozen 2”. This comes after months of anticipation and clinging to leaked images of Anna and Elsa. The trailer, which features no dialogue, shows Elsa and Anna in their new outfits, and features appearances by Kristoff, Olaf and Sven. …
Hip-Hop Parade and Graffiti Covered Hollywood Tower Hotel Coming to Disneyland Paris This Summer
Iain
Disney characters are joining in on an all-new Hip Hop parade coming to Disneyland Paris as another summer music experience has been announced for Disneyland Paris! The all-new Hip Hop Experience event, including a projection-based, graffiti-covered Hollywood Tower Hotel, will come to life on June 6th and 7th, 2019 at Walt Disney Studios Park. Disneyland Paris is preparing for …
PHOTOS: Walt Disney World Announces Special Food Lineup for Valentine’s Day
Iain
There are few places better suited to celebrate an occasion like Valentine’s Day than Walt Disney World. Because they knows it, Disney is doing more than just bringing out Cinderella’s carriage to help make this holiday special for guests visiting the resort. With tons of delectable treats and savory dishes for guests to enjoy on …
Disneyland After Dark: Heroes Assemble After Hours Event Coming to Disney California Adventure Park
Jessica Figueroa
Disney is inviting guests to step into the Super Hero universe during Disneyland After Dark: Heroes Assemble at Disney California Adventure park! This special after-park hours event will feature an action-packed line-up of experiences. Guests will be able to experience incredible entertainment, character encounters, event-themed food, merchandise and more—all themed to Super Hero stories. …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 2/12/19 (Mystery Structure, Tomorrowland Construction, Even More Snacks, ETC.)
Annie Wilson
It was a busy day at the Magic Kingdom, so we decided to avoid the crowds and check out the construction around Tomorrowland. The changes we’ve seen over the last few days are pretty impressive. There seems to be a lot of development, and we’re excited to be able to document the progress. Over the …
Hampton Inn & Suites Coming to Walt Disney World’s Flamingo Crossings, According to Permits
Matthew Soberman
Hampton Inn & Suites will be coming to Flamingo Crossings, according to permits filed with the South Florida Water Management District. The proposed hotel will be across the street from the already-revealed Holiday Inn Resort and Hyatt House, which we learned about last November. This is part of Flamingo Crossings’ transformation into a value-minded complex, …
Violet Lemonade Minnie Ear Headband Debuting at the 2019 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival
Jessica Figueroa
We saw these Violet Lemonade Minnie Ear headbands making rounds on social media earlier and figured you would like to see them. These new Violet Lemonade Minnie Ear headbands will make their debut during this year’s Epcot International’s Flower and Garden Festival and they’re aptly themed after the festival’s iconic mauve frozen drink. In this …
Mondo Art Gallery Releasing Collectible Mickey Pins and DuckTales Tiki Mugs Online!
Jessica Figueroa
Mondo, the collectible art gallery based in Austin, TX known for creating limited-edition posters, vinyl soundtracks, premium collectibles and games has a new licensing partnership with Disney and will be releasing Disney apparel, collectibles, games and more in 2019 and beyond. To kick things off, Mondo will be unveiling some collectible Mickey Mouse pins: These pins …
PHOTOS: New Mickey Mouse Romper Spotted at DisneyStyle in Disney Springs
Jessica Figueroa
It’s a dress! It’s an oddly long shirt! Nope, it’s a romper. That’s right, Disney is trying to bring back this fashion abomination and it’s dragging Mickey Mouse into the whole ordeal. We give you… the Mickey Mouse Romper. We found it at DisneyStyle at Disney Springs for $44.99. The sleeveless romper is styled after …
Free Samples No Longer Being Offered at Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop in Disney California Adventure Park
Iain
After the free samples at Ghirardelli Chocolate Shop in Disney Springs at Walt Disney World disappeared, it was only a matter of time before the Disneyland Resort took a hit. While the samples did eventually return to the Disney Springs location, we can confirm that the free samples are no longer being offered at Ghirardelli …
REVIEW: Lobster Fried Green Tomatoes, Kentucky Hot Turkey, and Steak from New Dinner Menu at The Plaza Restaurant, Magic Kingdom
Tom Corless
The Plaza Restaurant is a table service restaurant located at the end of Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom. This location is well-known for its classic 1970’s charm, bottomless milkshakes, and most recently, for its luxurious breakfast spread. We stopped in one of these chilly evenings for a bite, so read on to find out we …
PHOTOS: Disney Parks Switches to Solo Cups to Battle Lidless Spills at Counter Service Restaurants
Tom Corless
A few months ago, most Disney counter service restaurants stopped their wide distribution of plastic lids for drink cups. According to many cast members who work in custodial or at these establishments, this has led to more frequent drink spills by guests. To better combat the issue, Disney has switched to Solo produced drink cups …
Park Hours for Disney’s Animal Kingdom Extended in March and April
Jessica Figueroa
There’s even more time to experience the fun and excitement of Disney’s Animal Kingdom park at Walt Disney World Resort this March and April. The select dates and the extended times are listed as follows: March 2, 9-19, 23-24: Park closes at 9 p.m. March 3, 17, 24: Park opens at 8 a.m. March 30-31: Park closes …
PHOTO REPORT: Epcot 2/12/2019 (New Canada Character Merchandise, World Showcase Lagoon Construction, ETC.)
Iain
Welcome! This week, we took a trip to Epcot to take a look at what’s new around the park. We found new merchandise, some great Lunar New Year decorations up around the China Pavilion, and some continued construction on the new nighttime show being worked on around the World Showcase Lagoon! World Showcase Lagoon Construction …
SHOP: Walt Disney World Colorful Mickey Bags Now Available on shopDisney
Jessica Figueroa
This colorful luggage display caught our eye when it first debuted at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World. It’s a set of Walt Disney World branded bags, complete with embossed handles and tons of hidden Mickeys, and it’s finally available online on shopDisney. Scroll through and click the item titles to shop! Colorful Mickey Mouse Icon …
PHOTOS: New Dole Whip D-Tech iPhone Case Arrives at Disneyland Resort
Iain
Just in case you haven’t had your fill of Disney Parks Snacks merchandise yet, there is now a Dole Whip D-Tech iPhone Case available for purchase. This new phone case is a great way to show off your love of Dole Whip, the delicious pineapple frozen treat available in Disneyland and the reopened Tangaroa Terrace. …
Cinderella’s Carriage Returning for Valentine’s Day Photos at the Magic Kingdom February 13 to 15
Jessica Figueroa
Disney PhotoPass is feeling the love this Valentine’s Day. And what could be more romantic than a photo with your beloved posed by Cinderella’s very own coach? (Some would argue that this is cheesy, but that’s an argument for another day.) https://www.instagram.com/p/BtwfdFEhEku/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Disney PhotoPass photographers will be at the ready to capture your fairytale moments …
PHOTOS: New Disney D-Lish Boxed Tees Spotted at Disneyland Resort
Jessica Figueroa
Disney’s D-Lish line has taken Disney Parks by storm and tons of treat-based merch has been popping up everywhere. At Disney Clothiers, Ltd. in Disneyland Park, we recently spotted this new set of boxed D-Lish tees: The tee inside apparently comes from Yummy Pizzeria. There are Men’s and Women’s tees, but this one in particular …
SHOP: Pizza Planet Claw Tumbler and Crossbody Bag Now Available on shopDisney
Jessica Figueroa
Take your favorite beverages and belongings to a better place with these new Pizza Planet items now available at shopDisney! Toy Story Pizza Planet Claw Tumbler with Straw – $16.95 Stay hydrated with this Space Crane tumbler! We’re loving the detail on this. It’s actually shaped like the Space Crane game and includes a (nonfunctioning) …
REVIEW: Chicken-Fried Brisket and Waffle, Sustainable Fish Tacos, & Minnie Cupcake at White Water Snacks
Iain
White Water Snacks is back and looking better than ever with a refreshed look post-refurbishment. The fan-favorite restaurant is now sporting an Arts and Crafts design with stonework that fits with the rest of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. And that’s not the only part of the restaurant that has received an update. White Water …
VIDEO: New Pixar Short “Smash and Grab” Released, Available Now on YouTube
Iain
Pixar has just released “Smash and Grab” – a new animated short under their SparkShorts Artists’ project. According to Pixar, “Smash and Grab, directed by Brian Larsen and produced by David Lally, is about two antiquated robots who risk everything for freedom and for each other after years of toiling away inside the engine room …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Watch Kevin from Disney Pixar’s Up! Roam Around Disney’s Animal Kingdom for the First Time
Jessica Figueroa
It appears the large and exotic bird known as “Kevin,” from Disney•Pixar’s “Up!” has migrated north from Paradise Falls and landed at Discovery Island in Disney’s Animal Kingdom park. We decided to pay her a visit during her big debut and check out how she was acclimating to her new environment. Kevin’s still getting used to …
Magic Kingdom Park Hours Extended in March and April
Iain
There’s even more time to experience the wonder of the Magic Kingdom park at Walt Disney World Resort this March and April. The select dates and the extended times are listed as follows: March 5-6, 2019: Park close at 9:00 p.m. March 3-4, 8, 2019: Park close at 10:00 p.m. March 9, 12-16, 22-23, 29-30, …
Permits Filed for Enhancements to Existing Security Checkpoint Between Contemporary Resort and Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
According to a recent permit filed by Disney, they will be adding a permanent shade structure to the existing security area in the walkway between the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Contemporary Resort. A security checkpoint was added to this area back in 2017, but it’s really just a tent/canopy with a heavy tarp, so seeing something …
PHOTOS: Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station Now Closed for Refurbishment at the Magic Kingdom
Tom Corless
The much needed refurbishment of Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station at the Magic Kingdom has begun. The Storybook Circus/Fantasyland water play area will be closed through March 24, 2019. Funny enough, the coldest weeks in Orlando just ended and it’s a little warm again. Poor timing on Disney’s part. Walls encircle Casey Jr. and …
SHOP: The Lost Bros DTV Release Features That’s So Raven, High School Musical, and Kim Possible Tees
Jessica Figueroa
The Lost Bros’ latest collection is all about DTV: Disney TV! We’re honoring all of the Disney Channel greats with this collection, and it drops TODAY so make sure you get your hands on your favorite tee it before it disappears! To shop, just follow this link, but make sure you’re quick, because if these …
Disney Princes to Join Princesses, Wreck-It Ralph Character Meet and Greet Moving This Week at Epcot
Iain
This coming week, Epcot will adjust a few of their meet & greet opportunities. Starting Wednesday (2/13), Wreck It Ralph characters Ralph and Vanellope Von Schweetz will move from their temporary home in Innoventions West, where they had been for almost three months, to the newly remodeled Imageworks in the Imagination Pavilion. The concept of …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: First Look at Kevin from ‘Up!’ Meet and Greet at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
It appears the large and exotic bird known as “Kevin,” from Disney•Pixar’s “Up!” has migrated north from Paradise Falls and landed at Discovery Island in Disney’s Animal Kingdom park. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgrImQOGrPI&w=560&h=315] Along with the new meet and greet, there will be some amazing new merch, like this plush Kevin! This adorable plush version of Kevin will …
PHOTOS: Robo-Newz and GCN Phone Booth Interactive Prop Areas Filled-In, Will Not Return to Tomorrowland at the Magic Kingdom
Tom Corless
If you’ve been following our weekly maintenance report, you know that the interactive Robo-Newz and GCN phone booth in Tomorrowland have been broken for some time now. Last week, the two props went missing and the holes left in the ground in their absence were covered with plywood. Sadly, those holes were filled in with …
Captain Marvel ’90s Pop-Up Event Coming to Central Park Bar in Paris
Iain
Want to venture back in time for a few decades and revisit the ’90s? From February 22 to March 20, 2019, the Central Park bar and restaurant in Paris will be transformed to revive the ’90s ahead of the March 6th release of Captain Marvel! The Central Park bar-restaurant in Paris transforms to become Central Park in the ’90s, with …
VIDEO: Watch This Special Look At Disney’s Live-Action “Aladdin”
Joe Hogarty
In this special look at Disney’s “Aladdin”, we finally get our first look at Will Smith as The Genie in action and he is definitely blue! A thrilling and vibrant live-action adaptation of Disney’s animated classic, “Aladdin” is the exciting tale of the charming street rat Aladdin, the courageous and self-determined Princess Jasmine and the …
PHOTOS: Disney’s Contemporary Resort to Celebrate “Villaintine’s Day” with Specialty Offerings This Wednesday
Iain
Ahead of Valentine’s Day this Thursday, Disney’s Contemporary Resort is offering a new “Villaintine’s Day” event on February 13th! The special event will feature specialty villains themed treats at the Contempo Café, as well as specialty drink offerings next door at the Outer Rim Bar. The hotel put together a small display in the main …
WDWNT Weekly Recap: Disney Parks Refurbishments, New Menus, and Gondolas in Flight
Iain
Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all of the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of this week’s Disney news! Walt Disney World The big Skyliner news is that the actual passenger gondolas have been spotted …
REVIEW: New Mermaid Tail Cupcake Makes a Splash at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
Annie Wilson
Another new specialty cupcake has made a splash at Walt Disney World this week. A lovely new Mermaid Tail Cupcake is now available from Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. For a limited time, you can get your hands, or fins, on this cupcake inspired by The Little Mermaid. It won’t cost …
PHOTOS: New Toy Story Jewelry Arrives at Beverly Sunset Boutique in Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Iain
Head to Toy Story Land in style with a new line of Toy Story themed jewelry now released at the Beverly Sunset Boutique at Hollywood Studios. This continues a recent trend of new jewelry from Disney, including a line based on theme parks, Lady and the Tramp, and even a custom Pandora charm bracelet you …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 2/10/19 (Scented Snack Pillows, Tomorrowland Construction, No More Water at Casey Jr., ETC.)
Annie Wilson
Florida winter has finally ended, so we headed over to the Magic Kingdom to enjoy a beautiful afternoon. Many people suggest stopping and smelling the roses. We prefer to stop and smell the scented snack pillows in the Emporium. Over at the Main Street Bakery, a Cast Member is tempting guests with a giant cinnamon …
VIDEO: Watch This New Sneak Peek of Disney’s Live Action “Dumbo”
Joe Hogarty
Watch a new sneak peek for “Dumbo”, and see the film when it soars to theaters on March 29! From Disney and visionary director Tim Burton, “Dumbo” expands on the beloved classic story where differences are celebrated, family is cherished and dreams take flight. Circus owner Max Medici (Danny DeVito) enlists former star Holt Farrier …
Jurors Award $24K to Woman After Walt Disney World Cast Member Ran Over Her Foot With a Food Cart
Iain
A woman has been awarded $24,000 after she claimed that a Walt Disney World cast member ran over her foot with a food service cart, according to the Courtroom View Network. Jessica Wilson claimed that she suffers from debilitating complex regional pain syndrome, a nerve condition that causes chronic pain, after the cast member ran …
Ron W. Miller, Former Disney President and CEO, Passes Away at 85
Matthew Soberman
Ron W. Miller, producer of countless Disney films and the former President and CEO of The Walt Disney Company, has passed away at the age of 85. Miller came to the company via his wife, Diane Disney, Walt’s daughter. The two met at the University of Southern California, and married in 1954. Following a brief …
Possible Images And Concept Art for “Star Wars: Episode IX” Leak Online
Joe Hogarty
The first images and concept art for “Star Wars: Episode IX” have made their way online and they comes courtesy of reddit user, Jedi Paxis. Some minor spoilers ahead, but more like: a new look for Rey, our first look at Lando Calrissian, and it looks like we have not seen the last of Kylo …