PHOTOS: New Hot Diggity Dogs Food Truck Rolls Into Disney Springs on March 12; First Look at New Hot Dogs
Jessica Figueroa
There’s a new food truck rolling into Disney Springs’ Food Truck Park! Get ready for Hot Diggity Dogs, opening later this month with a menu full of mouth-watering gourmet hot dogs and house-made chips! This new food truck is set to replace the Springs’ Street Tacos truck that closed on February 18th, and will officially …
PHOTOS: Portable Hand Washing Stations Added Throughout Walt Disney World In Response To Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
Staff Writer
We ran an article this morning talking about the installation of new temporary handwash stations at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Bouncing around to a few more places, it appears these are swiftly being seen at all parks across Walt Disney World. We have seen the impact on The Walt Disney Company and its parks across the …
Walt Disney Travel Company Waives Change Fees for Vacation Packages In Response To Coronavirus Impacted Travel
Staff Writer
Everyone around the world has been impacted by the Coronavirus in some way, whether it is just an increased consumption of the nightly news or more frequent hand washing. Disney Parks has been monitoring the progression of the COVID-19 outbreak carefully, including statements by the Chief Medical Officer and heightened sanitation and safety measures across …
Even More Details (Upcoming Disney+ Series Nods, Story Timeline, Points of Interest) Revealed for MARVEL Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure
Tom Corless
Earth’s Mightiest Heroes are assembling at Avengers Campus for the common good. In fact, the name C.A.M.P.U.S. stands for Centralized Assembly Mobilized to Prepare, Unite, and Safeguard. Yes, Avengers Campus will be jam-packed with nods to fan-favorite characters and films (as well as hidden-in-plain-sight references to upcoming big-screen and Disney+ projects we have yet to …
PHOTOS: Full List of Shops, First Look at Exclusive Merchandise (Including Build-Your-Own Spider-Bots) for MARVEL Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure
Tom Corless
If you’re like me, you’re probably more excited to shop at the MARVEL Avengers Campus when it opens July 18th, 2020 in Disney California Adventure than anything else. Well, we’re in luck, because we’re getting our first look at products and the shops they’ll be available at today. The WEB Suppliers store is where you …
PHOTOS: Full List of Heroes (and Villains) Assembling for Meet and Greets at MARVEL Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure
Tom Corless
MARVEL Avengers Campus opens July 18th at Disney California Adventure, and your favorite heroes (and some bad guys) are assembling to see you! Dan Fields, executive creative director for Disney Parks Live Entertainment, states unequivocally, “This is going to be the largest assembly of these heroes anyplace, anytime, anywhere. We really have a place for …
PHOTOS: First Look at Food (& New Concept Art) for Pym Test Kitchen, Pym Tasting Lab, Shawarma Palace, and Terran Treats for MARVEL Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure
Tom Corless
Disney has just revealed new details, photos and concept art for the eateries of MARVEL Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure, opening July 18th, 2020. When it’s time to take a break from the heroics, three new dining spots at Avengers Campus will offer dishes that are rich in both flavor and storytelling. Pym Test Kitchen …
MARVEL Avengers Campus Spidey Ride Titled “WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure”, More New Details Revealed
Tom Corless
Direct from Disney, we are getting new details of the Spider-Man ride coming to Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure (and eventually to Walt Disney Studios Paris), including its name: “WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure”. The young inventors of WEB have opened the address up for an open house, where many of their new creations …
Walt Disney Archives Founder and Disney Legend Dave Smith to Receive Window on Main Street U.S.A. at Disneyland
Tom Corless
Bob Iger has just announced that Disney Legend and Walt Disney Archives Founder Dave Smith will be getting a Main Street window dedicated to him at Disneyland Park on June 22nd, 2020. Smith passed away at age 78 in February 2019. His biography, from The Walt Disney Company: Dave was hired in 1970 by Walt’s brother—and …
Peter Jackson’s “Get Back” Documentary on Final Album and Performance of The Beatles Coming to Theaters This September
Tom Corless
UPDATE: During the initial shareholders meeting, it was stated this would be a Disney+ release. We have since updated this post to reflect that it will be in fact a worldwide theater release. Bob Iger just announced to Disney shareholders that a new documentary feature is coming to theaters later this year. Directed by famed …
BREAKING: MARVEL Avengers Campus Opens July 18th at Disney California Adventure
Tom Corless
Disney CEO Bob Chapek has just officially announced that guests will be able to team up with some of their favorite Avengers at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure beginning July 18th, 2020! As we’ve previously shared, this campus is set up by the Avengers to recruit the next generation of Super Heroes. Do note that this …
PHOTOS: New Mulan Inspired Minnie Ear Headband Charges Into Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
The live-action remake of the Disney animated classic Mulan is set to hit theaters on March 27th and we have seen a steady stream of merchandise march into Walt Disney World. We also have our first pair of Mulan ears released for the upcoming film and they will surely bring honor to your collection. The …
PHOTOS: New Peoplemover 3-D Phone Case Released Through D-Tech on Demand at the Magic Kingdom
Tom Corless
In celebration of the upcoming 45th anniversary of the beloved Peoplemover (sadly closed at the moment), Disney has rolled out a new, #-D D-Tech on Demand phone case celebrating tomorrow’s transportation… today! Peoplemover 3-D D-Tech On Demand Phone Case – $34.99 It is the Disneyland Peoplemover on the case, but it is pretty cool nonetheless. The …
PHOTOS: New “Rose Pink” Paint Applied to Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom
Tom Corless
With the repainting of Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom underway, we now have the new pink coloring being applied to the body of the structure. It’s quite different from the rest of the pink and beige hues, but this will change over the coming days. More turret roofs are changing color throughout the morning …
PHOTOS: Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover Temporarily Closed for Third Consecutive Day at the Magic Kingdom
Tom Corless
It’s been a rough couple of weeks for the Magic Kingdom, what with Jungle Cruise boats sinking and even ghosts failing to materialize at The Haunted Mansion for days on end. In another seeming addition to the problems plaguing the Most Magical Place on Earth, the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover remains temporarily closed. Cast Members …
PHOTOS: Portable Hand Washing Station Rolled Out at Disney’s Animal Kingdom for Coronavirus Protection
Staff Writer
With the growing concern over Coronavirus around the world, we are closely monitoring Walt Disney World’s status and daily-changing response. Today, we found a portable hand-wash station installed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The accompanying sign provides basic directions for guests to fight the COVID-19 virus. On the signage, it does also direct guests to the …
PHOTOS: First Pair of Repainted Turrets Complete on Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom
Tom Corless
With the repainting of Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom underway, we have our first painted turrets already visible to guests. “One of these things is not like the others…” You can see the difference in color of the upper left turret from down Main Street U.S.A. It’s a much darker, royal blue than all …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 3/11/20 (Construction Updates, New Spirit Jersey, and More!)
Staff Writer
It’s a beautiful day here at the Magic Kingdom, let’s go see what we can find! First thing’s first, we checked in on the painting progress on Cinderella Castle, where high-reaches are stationed to tackle the castle project in phases. You can check out the latest Cinderella Castle makeover progress here. Next, we checked in …
BREAKING: Tokyo Disney Resort Closure Extended Through Early April, New Fantasyland Delayed to Mid-May 2020
Spencer Lloyd
As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak continues to evolve, the situation in Japan has worsened, and the Oriental Land Company has given us even more sad news today. For the safety of Guests and Cast Members, the Tokyo Disney Resort closed on February 29th. Originally, the park was set to re-open on March 15th, just a …
Concept Art and Descriptions of 64 Never-Built Disney Theme Park Attractions – Part Three
Tom Corless
WDWNT’s March Madness tournament for 2020 is about to begin (you can read all about it and how to play along for prizes here), so we’re giving you a refresher course on Disney theme park attractions that never made it off of the drawing board. This next piece will cover the “Disney’s America” bracket below. …
All Of The NEW “Magic Happens” Parade Specialty Food Offerings (With Reviews!) Available at Disneyland
Staff Writer
Magic is happening with the debut of the newest daytime spectacular, “Magic Happens”, at Disneyland park. With the help of Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios, this incredible new parade comes to life with stunning floats, energetic music, artistic costumes, and now, thanks to some fabulous Disneyland chefs, a few deliciously magical eats …
PHOTOS: New Live-Action “Mulan” Merchandise Arrives at Disneyland Resort
Staff Writer
Mulan merchandise has ascended to both coasts now with the release of additional merchandise seen at World of Disney at the Downtown Disney District. The new movie hits theaters on March 27th, so grab your gear and get ready for the movie! Mulan & Mushu Mugs – $22.99 Matching Mulan and Mushu mugs are featured …
PHOTOS: Purple Martins Acclimate to New World Discovery Nesting Location at EPCOT
Staff Writer
If you have ever wondered what those wonky-looking light poles around EPCOT are, well, they aren’t light poles at all––they are birds nests! Every year, Purple Martins travel more than 6,000 miles from their native Brazil to Walt Disney World to raise their young. We saw these particular Purple Martin bird houses erected in late …
PHOTOS: Guinevere Van from “Onward” Now Stationed at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
Matthew Soberman
Behold! Guinevere, the semi-trusty van from the film Onward, has taken rest at an area of relaxation and animation… Disney’s Art of Animation Resort! The van appeared outside the resort’s entrance today in an unceremonious display. (Well, at least less ceremonious than what it got at Disney California Adventure.) Without the Onward banner next to …
Disney Shuts Down The Production Of “The Falcon and The Winter Soldier” In Prague Over Coronavirus Fears
Joe Hogarty
Disney and Marvel are shutting down the production of “The Falcon and The Winter Soldier” due to growing concerns over the Coronavirus outbreak in Prague. Recently, the government of Prague closed down schools and restricted travels to help prevent the spread of the disease in the city. The cast and crew of “The Falcon and …
Two More Disneyland Paris Cast Members Test Positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Jessica Figueroa
With the spread of Coronavirus impacting more and more parts of Europe, it appears yet another two cases of COVID-19 amongst Disneyland Paris cast members have been confirmed. Disney has not publicly confirmed these two new cases, but select Cast Members have been informed. The two workers are also part of the same nighttime maintenance …
Disneyland Paris Discontinues Single Rider Lines, Introduces More Disposable Cutlery in Restaurants Out of Precaution for Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak
Jessica Figueroa
Despite a confirmed case amongst its Cast Members and a slew of other confirmed cases throughout France and the rest of Europe, Disneyland Paris remains open throughout the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, attempting to keep guests (and investors) happy while keeping the park as clean as possible. According to the Le Parisien, the park is adapting …
PHOTOS: Check Out Three New Posters For Disney’s “Jungle Cruise”
Joe Hogarty
After the debut of the official trailer for “Jungle Cruise”, Disney released a brand-new poster for “Jungle Cruise” that was reminiscent of the classic “Indiana Jones” posters of old. Dwayne Johnson also helped put a spin on his own version of a “Jungle Cruise” poster that he seemed to like very much. Not to be …
PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 3/9/20 (Flower & Garden Festival Updates, New Charging Stations, Alcohol-Free Heineken, and More)
Annie Wilson
Greetings from EPCOT! The International Flower & Garden Festival is in full bloom around the park, and we’re ready for a day of beautiful topiaries and delicious food. Let’s get going! Honey Bee-stro and Florida Fresh were both closed at the start of the Festival, but have finally opened. Here’s a look at the gift …
Concept Art and Descriptions of 64 Never-Built Disney Theme Park Attractions – Part Two
Tom Corless
WDWNT’s March Madness tournament for 2020 is about to begin (you can read all about it and how to play along for prizes here), so we’re giving you a refresher course on Disney theme park attractions that never made it off of the drawing board. This next piece will cover the bracket below. Here are …
PHOTOS: Construction Walls Erected Around Bar Area for Citricos Restaurant Refurbishment at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Staff Writer
The planned refurbishment to Citricos Restaurant at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is now underway, closing off a large section of the restaurant’s bar area. With Enchanted Rose now open (and serving up $20 cocktails) and the Grand Floridian Orchestra officially moved into an odd corner of the lobby, work continues as part of …
PHOTOS: New “Opening Summer 2020” Banner Added to Ratatouille Sign in France Pavilion Expansion Archway at EPCOT
Jessica Figueroa
Yesterday, we saw the arrival of a new “Ratatouille” sign at the new archway for the France Pavilion expansion in EPCOT. Today, a slight flourish was added in the form of a new “Opening Summer 2020” banner in royal blue. The archway was installed recently, but sat signless until yesterday. Now, it draws even more …
Aulani Renames Duffy Friend ‘Olu to “‘Olu Mel”; New Merchandise Line to be Released This Summer
Jessica Figueroa
In a move similar to CookieAnn’s renaming at Hong Kong Disneyland and beyond, Disney has just announced that Duffy’s turtle friend ‘Olu at Aulani has also received a name change––to ‘Olu Mel. Here’s the new backstory for the name change: “As the story goes, on a bright sunny Hawai‘i day, Duffy and ShellieMay were looking for ‘Olu …
PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 3/9/20 (Refreshed Paint at Mission: SPACE, Flowers in Bloom, Filming in Germany, and More)
Staff Writer
Good morning, World Travelers! Today, we stopped by EPCOT to see what was happening around the park. Does this sign apply just to the entrance or to the park as a whole? The entrance was quite crowded this morning as guests were eager to get in line for their favorite festival kichens. Even Pluto had …
New Whiskey Pairing Dinner and More Announced for Raglan Road’s Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival at Disney Springs
Jessica Figueroa
A fan-favorite annual event is returning to Disney Springs this week—the Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant! Break out your green and celebrate for five days of fun March 13-17 with non-stop Irish-infused entertainment from morning until night, a mighty selection of beers and cocktails and of course, the most …
PHOTOS: Even More “Mulan” Merchandise Brings Honor to Walt Disney World
Annie Wilson
The new live action “Mulan” will debut in theaters later this month, but the merchandise has already started to arrive. We found a few new items on our visit to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, but we’ve found even more new merchandise at the Magic Kingdom. Let’s take a look at some of the latest “Mulan” merchandise. …
Concept Art and Descriptions of 64 Never-Built Disney Theme Park Attractions – Part One
Tom Corless
WDWNT’s March Madness tournament for 2020 is about to begin (you can read all about it and how to play along for prizes here), so we’re giving you a refresher course on Disney theme park attractions that never made it off of the drawing board. We’ll begin with the WESTCOT bracket below. Here are 16 …
PHOTOS: New “Mulan” Open Edition MagicBand Gets Down To Business at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
Mulan is set to hit theaters on March 27th, check out the first clip from the movie released yesterday. We have seen a steady stream of new merchandise promoting the new live-action remake, as well as the return of a lot of Mulan merchandise from the animated classic. If you stan for Ping, this MagicBand …
PHOTOS: New Coral Sequin Minnie Mouse Ear Headband Swims Into Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
Whether you have a pair of Minnie ears for every season, or for every day of the week, or… no judgement, every hour of the day, you can never have too many pairs. New to Walt Disney World are these sequined Coral Minnie Mouse Ears that are sure to bring some pep in your step …
PHOTOS: Figment from Journey Into Imagination Joins Cast of Characters on EPCOT Construction Walls
Jessica Figueroa
One little spark of inspiration is at the heart of all creation, and at the heart of EPCOT’s current reimagining (near the demolition site of Future World and Innoventions West), there’s a new Figment of your imagination gracing the construction walls. We’ve seen walls with characters like Baymax and the crew from Big Hero 6, …
