PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 12/30/19 (New Year’s Eve Preparations, Damaged Pathways, Construction Work, Fireworks Barges, and More)
Staff Writer
Good morning from EPCOT! It is the day before New Year’s Eve, so the park is bustling with activity! Let’s go check it out… In the entrance to the park, new PhotoPass angles were being tested out by cast members. In Future World, we noticed more damaged walkway tiles have been roped off. Construction work …
VIDEO: Fantasy in the Sky New Year’s Eve Fireworks 2019 at the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
Before “Happily Ever After,” there was “Wishes”… but before “Wishes”, there was “Fantasy in the Sky.” This fireworks spectacular, originally developed for Disneyland Park in 1958, was the first Disney castle fireworks show, and it started out as rudimentary as Cast Members manually firing hand flares, but over time, it developed into the amazing nighttime …
Guest Falls From Window of Ferry Boat Into Seven Seas Lagoon at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
UPDATE: According to reports by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, the incident has been deemed an apparent suicide attempt. The full update can be found here. Recent reports from the Magic Kingdom indicate that a guest has fallen from the window of a ferryboat and into Seven Seas Lagoon. Initial reports are coming from Twitter …
PHOTOS: New Mickey and Minnie Mouse Animated Shorts-Inspired Loungefly Backpack Arrives at Disneyland Resort
Matthew Soberman
Do you love the Mickey Mouse shorts that run on Disney Channel? Do you like Mickey and Minnie? If you answered yes to either of those questions, then this new Loungefly backpack that’s arrived at the Disneyland Resort’s Downtown Disney District might be for you! This backpack feature several images of Mickey and Minnie Mouse …
PHOTOS: New iPhone Cases (Maleficent, “Monsters, Inc.”, Mickey & Minnie Mouse) Slide Into Disney California Adventure
Matthew Soberman
If your New Year’s resolution is to shake things up, you can start with a brand new iPhone case at Disney California Adventure! Four new cases inspired by beloved Disney characters have arrived at the park, having already debuted at Walt Disney World. Maleficent iPhone Case (iPhone X/XS) – $34.99 Feeling villainous? Proclaim your love …
PHOTOS: Bright New PIXAR Hats (Luxo Ball, Finding Dory, and The Incredibles) Bounce Into Disneyland Resort
Staff Writer
Looks like it’s snap back season! This month in Walt Disney World, we’ve already found fun Fantasyland attraction company hats, a Mickey and Minnie in a teacup hat, and a rather boastful “I Conquered the PeopleMover” trucker hat. Now, over on the West Coast, Disneyland has released three colorful, new, PIXAR designs to add to …
PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 12/30/19 (Rainy Day, New Year’s Eve Celebration Preparations, New Guest Relations Location Opens, and More)
Staff Writer
It’s a misty and rainy day in EPCOT. We can’t wait to peruse the park while everyone else hides in their hotel rooms waiting for the sun. Come along with us, and let’s see what’s going on! Over in front of the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, we spotted a stage setup for the …
PHOTOS: Latest Construction Update on New Park Entrance Bypass Walkway Near Innoventions East at EPCOT
Staff Writer
Work on the newly confirmed Innoventions East bypass pathway continues to progress. Today, we got an up-close look at the changes, so far. Guests walking past EPCOT Guest Relations can soon walk behind the building toward the upcoming Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction. Currently, the area is blocked off with large construction walls. From …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 12/30/19 (Character Phone Cases, Starbucks Express, Rainy Weather, New Birthday Ear Hat, Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe Opens Early, and More)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to a very rainy day here at the Magic Kingdom. Poncho sales are through the roof, and everyone is trying to make the best of this gloomy weather. The weather might be yucky, but we’re at Disney and still happy to be here. We’ve got our Arendelle Aqua Crocs on and an umbrella, so …
PHOTOS: 12/30/19 EPCOT France Pavilion Expansion Update – La Creperie de Paris, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Courtyard and Queue, Restrooms, and More
Staff Writer
Work continues on the EPCOT France pavilion expansion. Today, we hopped on the Disney Skyliner to get a bird’s-eye view of the latest work. As we approach the expansion, workers were immediately visible on site. Work on painting the side of the entrance pathway into France’s expansion continues. Detail work has been added to some …
PHOTOS: New Disney Tails “Bone Appetito” Lady and the Tramp Pet Feeding Mat Arrives at Disneyland Resort
Jessica Figueroa
Your pups can now dine al fresco––just like at Tony’s––with this new pet feeding mat spotted at Disneyland Resort. If your pets tend to make a mess while chowing down, this large, faux leather mat makes it easy to catch any drips, chunks, or spills, all while keeping with classic Lady and the Tramp style. …
PHOTOS: 12/30/19 Construction Update on Entrance Work (Docks, Security Screening Structure, Walkways) at the Magic Kingdom
Staff Writer
The entrance to Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom is in the midst of a massive makeover to enhance the park entry experience. Today, we saw several new updates since our last check-in. The area that will be a new section of boat docks for resort boats has been flattened down to just dirt. Some wood …
Discover Disney Discount Tickets Return for Florida Residents in 2020
Jessica Figueroa
Florida residents can enjoy Walt Disney World at a very special rate with the return of Discover Disney tickets. Starting Jan. 2, 2020, Florida residents can purchase a 3-Day Discover Disney Ticket for $175 (plus tax) for a limited time, or $59 per day (plus tax), valid for admission to one Walt Disney World theme …
PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 12/30/19 (Neil Patrick Harris “Black Magic” Margarita, “The Mandalorian” Spirit Jersey, MouseGear Prepares to Move, Mickey Meet and Greet Progress, and More)
Annie Wilson
Good morning from EPCOT! It’s a bit rainy today, so the crowds don’t seem too bad this morning. We’re in for a very long and busy day, so let’s get going! It looks like we’re getting ready for a fun New Year’s Eve celebration here at EPCOT. We spotted many stages set up around the …
PHOTOS: Even More New “Park Life” Collection Merchandise (Apparel, Playing Cards, Magnets, and More) Spotted at Walt Disney World
Spencer Lloyd
As the new “Park Life” collection grows, little bits and bobs continue to pop up across Walt Disney World! Why just today, we spotted some new apparel and a fridge magnet down at the Magic Kingdom’s Emporium. Maybe something to fit your style? Well, let’s go and find out! Polo Shirt – $49.99 This lovely …
SHOP: New Mugs (The Three Caballeros, Pinocchio, Pocahontas, Mulan, and More) Hit the Virtual Shelves of shopDisney
Scores of new mugs themed to your favorite Disney characters have made their way onto shopDisney. Featuring characters like Cinderella, The Three Caballeros, and Mulan, these mugs are perfect for any Disney animated fan. Many of these mugs are also commemorative, as a number of these films are celebrating anniversaries. Let’s take a look at some …
PHOTOS: D23 Reveals “Fantastic Worlds” 2020 Gold Member Gift, Featuring Pins, Map, Postcards, and More
Jessica Figueroa
D23 Gold Members are in for a treat this new year, as they’ll be receiving the new D23 Fantastic Worlds Adventure Kit, packed with retro classics and collectibles. Celebrate the worlds of Disney—both real and imagined—with this one-of-a-kind box collection which includes a limited-edition D23 Fantastic Worlds map, exclusive travel-inspired pin set, commemorative Disneyland patch, postcard …
PHOTOS: 12/30/19 EPCOT Entrance Enhancements (Tram Loop, East Security Screening, New Fountain) Taking Shape
Staff Writer
Work to improve the arrival experience at EPCOT continues to ramp up as part of the park’s overhaul. Today, we took a peek at how the project is moving along. Work continues on the main entrance pathways leading to the east side of the EPCOT security screening areas. Looking behind the walls, we can see …
PHOTOS: New Paving and Planters Arrive at Transportation and Ticket Center
Staff Writer
Work on the arrival experience at the Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC) has seen some progress this week, so we stopped by to see what was new. Work on the exit pathway to the right of the tunnel continues, with new planters being formed behind the construction walls. New pavement continues to be poured en …
PHOTOS: 10 Highlights from Tokyo Disney Resort in 2019
Staff Writer
Tokyo Disneyland is gearing up for a big 2020 with its New Fantasyland expansion, which includes the world’s first Beauty and the Beast and Baymax rides. It and Tokyo Disney Resort as a whole are also coming off an eventful 2019. If you’ve been keeping up with our photo reports, you may have already been …
Erwin Pearl Jewelry Store at Disney Springs Closing on January 6
Jessica Figueroa
Opened in 2015, Erwin Pearl at Disney Springs has been one of the biggest jewelry stores in the shopping and entertainment center, but has struggled to draw clientele, and is closing in early January. On January 6th, 2020, the store will be permanently closing. It is expected that a pop-up store will take over the …
PHOTOS: Multiple Gondolas Out of Order Due to Ongoing Disney Skyliner Door Issues at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
The Disney Skyliner debuted this year to a rough start in terms of unexpected downtime, issues with ADA loading, and even a gondola crash, which led guests to be suspended on the EPCOT line for over three hours. Just yesterday, guests aboard the EPCOT line had to be evacuated at the Disney’s Riviera Resort station due …
PHOTOS: New Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Batuu MagicBands Available via D-Tech on Demand at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Bright Suns! Building on the abundance of personalized Star Wars merch, a new Batuu MagicBand is now available at D-Tech on Demand kiosks at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Here’s a preview of the MagicBands, as seen on the kiosk’s item selection screen: The bands can be customized in red, blue, light gray or white. As with …
SHOP: New Customizable “The Mandalorian” Baby Yoda Shoes and Apparel Now Available on shopDisney
Staff Writer
May the force be with your creativity as you build your perfect t-shirt that shows your love for “The Child.” New Baby Yoda customizable apparel is now available online through a Disney partnership with Zazzle. In addition to the t-shirt, you can grab a new pair of “customizable” Baby Yoda shoes. The customizable apparel is similar …
WDWNT Weekly Recap: Disney Land Purchase, More Riviera Murphy Bed Issues, Avengers Campus Announcement, The Return of Beaches & Cream, and In-Queue Urinating Incident at Avatar Flight of Passage
Staff Writer
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 the Disney news from December 23-29! Walt Disney World Take a look at the full Walt Disney World …
PHOTOS: Latest Update on Large Scale Construction Project Near Fantasmic, Friendship Boat Dock at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Staff Writer
Work on a mystery construction project at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has continued to progress over the last few weeks. While much of the heavy machinery previously spotted at the site is no longer present, large walls remain up around the area. From the Disney Skyliner, we can see a few pieces of construction equipment still in …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 12/29/19 (PeopleMover Hat, “Finding Nemo” Apparel, City Works Signage, Crowds, and More)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to an extremely busy day here at Disney Springs. It’s been raining off and on all day, and it seems like many people would prefer to shop rather than visit the parks. We’re ready to see what’s new. “I Conquered the PeopleMover” would make a great addition to my attractions-inspired hat collection. It’s $27.99. …
PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 12/29/19 (Holiday Crowds, Critter Sightings, New Year’s Eve Prep, and More)
Staff Writer
Good morning from EPCOT! Today, we took a stroll around the world to see what’s new in Disney’s Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow. As we arrived, crowds seemed quite sparse… That is, until we got inside the gates. While everyone waited for rope drop, the JAMMitors provided some beats to pump up the crowd. Over …
PHOTOS: New Star Wars “The Mandalorian” Tees Make Their Way to Disneyland Resort
Staff Writer
Sometimes you feel like a Baby Yoda — and sometimes you want to kick some butt. Sometimes both. These two Star Wars t-shirts now available at Disneyland Resort are ready to help you emit either mood! “The Mandalorian” and Baby Yoda (The Child) Light Green Scoop Neck T-Shirt – $36.99 This shirt was already spotted at …
PHOTOS: Filmstrip Backdrop Partially Revealed at New Mickey Mouse Meet and Greet Inside Disney & PIXAR Short Film Festival at EPCOT
Staff Writer
Mickey Mouse will soon be making appearances at the Imagination! pavilion as part of the Disney & Pixar Short Film Festival. Now, we can see a bit of his upcoming meet and greet location peeking out over the construction walls. The meet and greet area is located just inside the entrance to the attraction (the first room, not the …
PHOTOS: Construction Walls Up at Palais du Cinema Entrance in the France Pavilion at EPCOT
Staff Writer
Exciting things are coming to the home of “Impressions De France” in the France Pavilion! Today, we saw that new construction walls have appeared just outside the Palais du Cinema. Palais du Cinéma, which hosts the popular “Impressions de France” film, temporarily ceased showings on October 2nd after closing for refurbishment. Since the closure, work has begun on the …
PHOTOS: Hold the Phone – New Mickey, Minnie, “Monsters, Inc.”, and Maleficent Phone Cases Arrive at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
Give your iPhone a fresh start to 2020 with one of these new cell phone cases we saw at the Magic Kingdom. The newest release of iPhone cases feature Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Boo’s door from “Monsters Inc.”, and Maleficent. Let’s take a look at each one! Monsters Inc. Boo’s Door Phone Case – $29.99 …
“Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker” Rules The Weekend Box Office
Joe Hogarty
“Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker” retained its top spot at the box office for a second weekend in a row. The last chapter in the Star Wars Saga made $72 million, with an additional $93 million overseas, bringing its worldwide weekend total to $165 million. So far, “The Rise Of Skywalker” has made $362 …
PHOTOS: New Baby Yoda “The Mandalorian” Spirit Jersey Lands at Disneyland Resort
Staff Writer
The rainbow of new Spirit Jerseys released across Disney Parks continues to grow. But now, with more Yoda! You can get your Baby Yoda claws on this new mint Spirit Jersey now at Disney California Adventure Park. We have to say this is one of the more fashionable ways we’ve seen Disney give us to show …
Starbucks Offering Free Espresso Beverages Today During Pop-Up Party at Disney Springs
Staff Writer
If you’re at Walt Disney World today, we’re going to need you to head over to the Starbucks at Disney Springs West Side for a free tall espresso beverage from 1 until 2 p.m. Eastern. This is not a drill! Today, the offer is available at Walt Disney World only at the Starbucks in Disney Springs …
PHOTOS: New Guest Relations Lobby Now Open at International Gateway in EPCOT
Staff Writer
The new EPCOT Guest Relations lobby at International Gateway recently got some very classic-looking updates. This Guest Relations location is near the Disney Skyliner station between the security screening area and the MagicBand checkpoint, right next to the new ticket windows. We hope you’ll only have to go to Guest Relations for good news. But if …
REVIEW: “Spies In Disguise”; The Emperor’s New Pigeon
Joe Hogarty
Good news! Fox is Disney now! Bad news: Fox still isn’t Disney. But lately, neither is Disney. In regards to Disney, it just seems there has been a decline in quality when it comes to their animated films. This is especially true when you compare recent films to classics such as “Snow White,” and even …
Disneyland Resort Park Hours, Fireworks, and Entertainment Schedules for New Year’s Eve
Jessica Figueroa
If you’re looking to bear the crowds for the sake of spending New Year’s Eve at the Most Happiest Place on Earth, we salute you. Spending NYE at the parks can be a crowded and stressful time, but with a good plan and plenty of patience to wait out the day, you can count down …
Full Menu (Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch, Dinner, and Happy Hour) Revealed for City Works Eatery & Pour House at Disney Springs
Staff Writer
Here is the full opening day food menu for City Works Eatery & Pour House, which opens at Disney Springs in January 2020. Note: V: Vegetarian VG: Vegan GF: Gluten-free Bar Bites PRETZEL BITES: Sea salt, IPA cheese sauce V, $11 CHEESE CURDS: White cheddar, cornmeal battered, smoked tomato coulis V, $11 POPCORN CHICKEN: Nashville Hot or Southern …
PHOTOS: New Futuristic World Discovery Light Poles Installed Near Innoventions East at EPCOT
Staff Writer
Big changes are happening throughout Epcot, but if you look closely, even small ones are taking place throughout as areas––or neighborhoods, as they’ll soon be known––transform along with the rest of the park. In October, the Imagination! Pavilion at EPCOT elevated its lighting game with new, futuristic light poles. Now, it looks like the walkway …
