WATCH: Ride Rehab Watches – “Disneyland Fun Sing-Along”, “Reading Magic With Figment and Peter Pan”, and Walt Disney World’s 25th Anniversary
Staff Writer
Tonight at 9pm EST, Tyler and Thomas of the Ride Rehab Podcast here on WDWNT sit down with Ben of ParksCenter, and Matthew Soberman to watch and riff along with some ridiculous Disney Parks videos! We’ll joke along while watching “Disneyland Fun Sing-Along”, “Reading Magic With Figment and Peter Pan”, and “Walt Disney World’s 25th …
SHOP: New Winnie the Pooh Plush Crossbody Bag Tumbles Into shopDisney
Jessica Figueroa
What is this, Tokyo Disneyland? It seems Oh My Disney has taken inspiration from the kawaii plush purse designs of Disney Parks abroad with this new Winnie the Pooh bag. The big, soft Pooh face contrasts perfectly against the rainbow ribbon handles and crossbody strap for a perfectly whimsical touch to your next parks outfit. A part …
Disneyland All-American College Band Suspends 2020 Program Due To Coronavirus Pandemic
Matthew Soberman
With the Disneyland Resort closed “until further notice” due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, a staple of summer at Disneyland has already cancelled its plans for 2020. The Disneyland All-American College Band has suspended its program for 2020, which would have marked its 50th year of performance. In a Facebook post, the band revealed the …
SHOP: Otterbox Pays Homage to the ’90s With “Totally Disney” Retro Phone Case Collection
Staff Writer
If you’ve been itching to take a ride to another decade, Otterbox has the phone cases to help. The “Totally Disney” phone cases scream ’90s very loudly with their muted pastels and geometric shapes. “Rad Friends” Phone Case If your “Rad Friends” include Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy and Chip and Dale, this totally sleek case …
Raglan Road at Disney Springs Helps Staff and Customers With $75 for $50 Gift Card Sale
Matthew Soberman
With restaurants around Florida forced to close or move to strictly takeout or delivery due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, many have been forced to lay off or furlough much of their staff. And with an uncertain economy looming, Disney Springs’ Raglan Road is looking to help out its staff and customers with a gift …
shopDisney Hosting Virtual Easter Egg Hunt Starting April 10 – Win a 3-Month Disney Backstage Collection Subscription!
Staff Writer
With the pandemic happening everywhere around us, families are struggling to find activities for Easter this year. We may not be able to see the Easter egg displays sprinkled around the Walt Disney World Resort this year, but we can go on a virtual egg hunt thanks to some of the official Disney Instagram accounts. …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Make Your Own DIY Mickey Mouse Ear Headbands – A Step by Step Guide
Staff Writer
If you didn’t wear mouse ears at the parks, did you even go? Mouse ears can be quite expensive to purchase, but with some time and supplies, you can make your own at home in just five easy steps! Supplies: Headband Thick craft wire Ribbon Fake flowers Hot glue gun Scissors/wire cutters Once you can …
RECIPE: Celebrate The Spirit Of ALOHA With Our ‘Ohana Noodles Copycat Recipe from Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Staff Writer
Say “ALOHA!” with our new ‘Ohana Noodles copycat recipe! There’s just something special about Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, wouldn’t you agree? An intoxicating oasis of tranquility, this tiki-haven offers guests a tropical hideaway, adorned with immersive theming, festive décor, and exotic cuisine. Delicate details are abound as you enter the Grand Ceremonial House, each working …
Disneyland Paris Reportedly Pressuring Temporary Employees with Blacklisting in an Attempt to Terminate Contracts
Matthew Soberman
With Disneyland Paris closed “until further notice,” cast members were set to be paid through April 19th, but it seems the company is trying to cut costs by trying to stop paying some cast members sooner. According to Le Monde‘s Guy Dutheil, resort management has attempted to pressure and threaten temporary workers with blacklisting in …
TODAY on WDWNT LIVE: A Full Morning of “Locked In with Eric Morton” and Another Evening of Ride Rehab Watches!
Jessica Figueroa
Welcome to week two of quarantine in the weird world of post-Disney closures! The parks may be closed off for now, but we’re trying to bring you as much entertainment as possible, with daily lineups full of fun YouTube content. Today starting at 11:00 AM, get ready for another morning edition of “Locked In with Eric …
SHOP: New “The Disney Castle Collection” Limited Release Cinderella Castle Series Debuts on shopDisney
Jessica Figueroa
If you need more collections to hoard, there’s an all-new merchandise series now available on shopDisney called “The Disney Castle Collection”, which celebrates the storied spaces of our beloved Disney heroines. All 10 releases will feature never-before-seen portrayals of their enchanted dwellings. Each series will include a high-end figurine and other products inspired by each castle. The first release …
Bloom Into April With The D23 Limited Edition “Year of the Mouse” Floral Mickey Mouse Plush Releasing April 6 on Amazon
Staff Writer
Spring into the Year of the Mouse with the Limited-Edition Disney Floral Mickey Mouse Plush! Fourth in a collection 12, this exclusive Mickey Mouse welcomes April with its vivid floral pattern. At 16 inches tall, this plush features embroidered eyes and is made of a soft deluxe velveteen floral-printed fabric, paying homage to the …
Disneyland Resort Labor Relations Leadership Meeting With Union Leaders; Furloughs Reportedly “Going to Happen”
Matthew Soberman
After news this week broke that non-union Disneyland Resort cast members will be furloughed effective April 19th, resort leadership is in talks with union leaders about the furloughing of union staff as well, according to The Orange County Register‘s Brady MacDonald. Workers United Local 50 president Chris Duarte told MacDonald, “We’re in active talks with …
Take a Magic Journey Back to 1982 With This EPCOT Center “Journey Into Imagination” Opening Press Kit From Kodak
Matthew Soberman
With Disney Parks around the world closed for the foreseeable future, WDWNT is dipping into our archives of vintage parks materials for a look back into parks history! We’re taking a Magic Journey back to 1982 for the opening of the Journey into Imagination Pavilion! Note: This article will detail the press kit page by page, …
PHOTOS: New “Disney Favorite” Pandora Character Charm Collection Now Available Online
Shannen Ace
The last time we picked up new Pandora Disney jewelry was when the parks were still open, and they released a postcard charm and Mulan bracelet. Well, Pandora is providing us some new products online to go gaga over. They just launched a new series of Disney Favorite charms. This collection is Pandora’s first-ever designed …
Permits Filed for Themed Set Pieces and More for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Roller Coaster at EPCOT
Jessica Figueroa
As construction was halted across all of Walt Disney World due to the unprecedented COVID-19 closures, work at various construction sites, especially at EPCOT––which is basically one massive construction site––has come to a standstill. However, Walt Disney Imagineering continues to work behind-the-scenes to ensure that progress continues––at least on projects that are already underway. Additional …
Permits Filed for Table Service Restaurant and More at Reflections – A Disney Lakeside Lodge in Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
Heavy equipment arrived on the site of the former River Country at Walt Disney World late this January ahead of continued work on the upcoming Disney Vacation Club property, Reflections – A Disney Lakeside Lodge. However, as construction was halted across all of Walt Disney World due to the unprecedented COVID-19 closures, work at the …
Disney Lobbies for Cut of $500 Billion CARES Act Emergency Economic Aid Package In Light of Extended COVID-19 Closures
Jessica Figueroa
Faced with incredible financial difficulty in light of extended park, resort, and film studio closures due to the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, The Walt Disney Company is seeking economic relief from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act economic aid package that will be issued by the government in order to help subsidize loans …
REVIEW: “Onward” Has Its Moments, But It Is Far From Pixar’s Best – Now Available on Disney+
Jessica Figueroa
Editor’s Note: We first ran this review back when the movie began its ultimately short-lived premiere at the box office, right before COVID-19 caused the closure of theaters worldwide. With “Onward” debuting today on Disney+, we figure more of you have now gotten to see it, and would like to weigh in on what you think …
New Release Dates Revealed for “Mulan”, “Jungle Cruise”, and “Black Widow” Due to Coronavirus Delays; “Artemis Fowl” Moved to Disney+ Release
Jessica Figueroa
In light of recent delays due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, release dates for many of Disney’s upcoming films have had to be postponed. With theaters worldwide still shuttered due to the health crisis, new dates have been revealed for the upcoming movie releases. Of course, the shifting of the entire release schedule has had …
Tokyo Disney Resort Line Monorail Reducing Service Amid Extended COVID-19 Closure
Spencer Lloyd
Believe it or not, the Disney Resort Line monorail at Tokyo Disney Resort continues to run while the parks are closed. Every day, the train has operated at 6 to 13 minute intervals, usually with two trains on the system at once. But in light of the continued closure extensions and the shuttering of the …
SHOP: New Disney Parks Rainbow Bag Collection Debuts on shopDisney
Jessica Figueroa
Looking to add some color to your parks wardrobe? A new rainbow collection of bags has been added to shopDisney, and they all look like perfect parks bags, whether you’re a rope drop-to-park close warrior or just a casual park hopper. From a tote, to a crossbody, to a hip pack (fanny pack?)––you’ve got some …
SHOP: New Disney Princess Mini Backpack by Loungefly Now Available on shopDisney
Jessica Figueroa
Don’t have enough Loungefly backpacks? Here’s one that not only features three classic princesses, it has three compartments to stash all of your park essentials. If you’re looking for something sleek, with just the right amount of vintage flair, look no further than this new Disney Princess Mini Backpack by Loungefly. You can get it …
TODAY on WDWNT LIVE: “Waking Sleeping Beauty” Morning Watch-Along with Tom, and “Marty Called” Podcast Joins Us for an Evening Interview
Jessica Figueroa
Welcome to week two of quarantine in the weird world of post-Disney closures! The parks may be closed off for now, but we’re trying to bring you as much entertainment as possible, with daily lineups full of fun YouTube content. This morning at 11:00 AM (EST), kick off your Friday with a fascinating watch-along of …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour a Stunning “Beauty and the Beast” Themed Character Room at the Tokyo Disneyland Hotel
Annie Wilson
If you’re looking for adventure in the great wide somewhere, we’d strongly suggest a trip to the Tokyo Disney Resort. While visiting the resort, guests can enjoy an even more magical stay by booking a character room at the Tokyo Disneyland Hotel. These rooms are inspired by Alice in Wonderland, Tinker Bell, Cinderella, or Beauty …
Tokyo Disney Resort Halts Sales of Open-Date Tickets & Annual Passports Amid Extended COVID-19 Closure
Spencer Lloyd
While the Tokyo Disney Resort is closed from February 28th through at least April 20th, ticket sales have been slow to stop. Until March 11th, fixed-date tickets were still available online. But Annual Passports and open-date tickets with one year validity were both still on sale until today. A minor update on the Tokyo Disney …
Disney+ to Offer “The Simpsons” Episodes in Original 4:3 Aspect Ratio Starting in Late May
Staff Writer
Disney has finally announced when fans can expect The Simpsons to appear on Disney+ in its original 4:3 aspect ratio. When The Simpsons hit Disney+ back when the streaming service launched in November 2019, fans were a little less than thrilled to find their cherished sitcom streamed in 16:9 aspect ratio, rather than the original …
BREAKING: Walt Disney World and Disneyland Offer Partial Refunds; Payment Plan Holds for Annual Passholders Due to COVID-19 Extended Closures
Jessica Figueroa
In light of the ongoing Disney Parks closures, Walt Disney World and Disneyland have issued new details regarding partial refunds and monthly payment plan holds for Annual Passholders. Check out the details below for each resort. Walt Disney World Resort: As previously stated, all Walt Disney World Annual Passes will be extended for the number …
BREAKING: Disney Announces Temporary Furlough of Executive, Salaried, and Non-Union Cast Members in the United States
Jessica Figueroa
Disney has announced that it will be furloughing all U.S. based, non-essential Cast Members and employees starting April 19. Due to the ongoing nationwide Coronavirus crisis, all Disney Parks are closed indefinitely, with no clear re-opening date due to the ever-changing complexities of the pandemic. The OC Register reports: A letter from Disney about the …
Battle with Disney and Pixar Characters in the Newly Announced Mobile Action RPG, “Disney Mirrorverse”
Matthew Soberman
Are you ready to protect the Mirrorverse with some of your favorite characters? Enter a divergent universe and assemble teams of powerfully-amplified Disney and Pixar guardians to battle against an unrelenting threat in this new action RPG for mobile devices. Disney and Kabam have announced Disney Mirrorverse, an all-new Action Role-Playing Game (RPG) for mobile devices. Disney Mirrorverse will …
VIDEO: Actor and Disney Fan Drake Bell Shares “The Haunted Mansion” Home Edition on TikTok
Jessica Figueroa
Actor and major Disney fan Drake Bell (yes, of Nickelodeon’s Drake & Josh) has taken to TikTok to share his very own homemade version of the classic Haunted Mansion attraction. A California native and frequent visitor to Disneyland, Drake Bell seems to miss the parks as much as we do. In his TikTok video compilation, …
TONIGHT on WDW News Tonight (4/2/20): Homemade Attraction Pre-Show Competition, Effects That Still Impress, Tony’s Town Squares, and More!
Tom Corless
Tonight! It’s WDW News Tonight! Join us at 9PM ET for a review of the week’s news, a little Liquid Magic, and more! The show can be watched live at WDWNTunes.com on your computer or mobile device (but it is also available on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube). You can also use WDWNT: The App …
Alan Menken Currently Working on Sequel to Disney’s “Enchanted”; Gives More Details on “The Little Mermaid” and More
Staff Writer
In a recent “Talk Back” interview with Young Artists of America, composer and Disney Legend Alan Menken has revealed an exciting array of projects he is currently involved with for Disney. Having composed the magical and iconic scores for many of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ biggest hits, we’re definitely excited to hear what Menken has …
SHOP: New Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Tees For the Whole Family Now on Sale at BoxLunch
Jessica Figueroa
Something has stopped us now, but have no fear, nothing can stop us from shopping to our heart’s content online. We typically don’t dabble much in online retailers besides shopDisney and maybe Target if there’s a Baby Yoda item, but there are some neat Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway tees now available on BoxLunch––and they’re …
PHOTOS: Disney’s Contemporary Resort and Bay Lake Tower Lit Up With Mickey Mouse and Heart Shapes During COVID-19 Closures at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
During these troubled times, we need as much faith, trust, and pixie dust as possible, and over at Walt Disney World Resort, Cast Members are making magic by lighting the night with some familiar faces. Disney’s Contemporary Resort has lit up a series of rooms across its iconic A-frame facade in the shape of a …
TODAY on WDWNT LIVE: Morning Party with Pete and “Piano” Rob From Jellyrolls, and an Evening of WDW News Tonight!
Jessica Figueroa
Welcome to week two of quarantine in the weird world of post-Disney closures! The parks may be closed off for now, but we’re trying to bring you as much entertainment as possible, with daily lineups full of fun YouTube content. This morning at 11:00 AM (EST), get ready for a morning Party with Pete Carney, …
SHOP: New Walt Disney World & Disneyland Dip Dye Spirit Jerseys Available Now on shopDisney
Spencer Lloyd
Looking for that summertime ’60s look featuring fruit motifs and tie-dye? Look no further than these two new dip dye Spirit Jerseys available on shopDisney! That’s right, you can sport the groovy looks of the 1960s with these adult Spirit Jerseys. Let’s take a look! Walt Disney World Dip Dye Spirit Jersey for Adults – …
SHOP: New Disney Parks Summertime Fun Merchandise Collection Makes a Splash on shopDisney
Jessica Figueroa
It’s almost summertime, which means it’s time to bring out the sundresses, fruity drinks, and watermelon fanny packs. Yes, you read that right. shopDisney has just rolled out an all-new Summertime Fun collection, featuring flamingo-laden dresses, pineapple-themed Loungefly backpacks, and fruity Hawaiian shirts for everyone to enjoy. So sit back, relax, and dream about a …
SHOP: New Disney Parks Neon Summer Collection Merchandise Now Available on shopDisney
Spencer Lloyd
Nothing makes you stand out in the massive crowds at Walt Disney World and Disneyland like bright neon colors. Or shows off your love for the bright, flashy times of the 1980s. And if you want to get prepared before the Disney theme parks reopen, you can pick up some of the bright new neon …
SHOP: New “Sweet Summer” Mickey Mouse Inflatable Pool Float Ear Headband Swims Into shopDisney
Jessica Figueroa
Whether you’re chilling in your backyard pool or in a plastic tub, there’s one way to stay effortlessly cool, and it’s with these new Mickey Mouse Pool Float Ears on shopDisney. Keep it juicy with two fruity inflatable pool float “ears” around a neon blue pleather headband with the words “Sweet Summer” printed on it. …
