REVIEW: Great Drinks, Good Appetizers, Terrible Entrees, and $15,000 Pasta Disappointments from Topolino’s Terrace Dinner at Disney’s Riviera Resort
Jessica Figueroa
Topolino is the Italian name for Mickey Mouse, and the new, signature table-service restaurant perched on the rooftop of Disney’s Riviera Resort is aptly named Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera. We spent opening night here to take in some views, watch some fireworks, and eat half our weight in pasta, steak, and seafood. …
PHOTOS: New Signage and Lighting Installed at Entrance to Innoventions East; Possible Location of Temporary MouseGear During Remodel
Jessica Figueroa
As part of EPCOT’s park-wide transformation, its main storefront MouseGear, which opened in 1999, is set to close for a major remodeling. (Goodbye, Dreamfinder ship…) Originally set to close this year, the store’s closure has been somewhat delayed, but it seems that work has begun in earnest, with counters already getting swapped out for temporary wheeled …
PHOTOS: Exterior Work and Signage for Club 33’s Harambe House Now Completed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Staff Writer
Today on our trek through Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we stopped by Harambe House, the location of the park’s new Club 33 lounge, to check on the progress of construction. We were delighted to find that the external work on the main building seems to be completed! Last time we checked in, we spotted a worker adding …
PHOTOS: Even More New Mickey and Minnie Retro Cherry Kitchen Housewares Debut at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
Last week, we reported on the sweetest new kitchenware trend to sweep through Walt Disney World: a retro-inspired cherry design collection! It looks like the summery fashion is here to stay, as today we noticed even more items in the range have dropped into the resort! Minnie Mouse Pie Dish ($34.99) This “Sweet as Pie” …
SHOP: Last Minute Holiday Gifts from WDWNT’s TeePublic Store
Staff Writer
If you’ve waited this long to order for the holidays, we’re guessing you may also need some help picking out a few things for the Disney fan in your life. Below, you’ll find some of our favorite picks for stocking stuffers. You can also shop the entire store. Baby Yoda Notebook Seeing Baby Yoda on …
PHOTOS: Planters Emerge As Section of New Magic Kingdom Entrance Opens; Security Screening Area Nearing Completion
Jessica Figueroa
A new set of planters has emerged at the entrance to the Magic Kingdom, a first phase opening of the current arrival experience enhancements taking over all entry points to the park. Gone is the fencing and scrim that enveloped the area up to today. Now, two large, circular planters covered in poinsettias welcome guests …
PHOTOS: New GM Chevy Licensed Minnie Van Toy Cars Arrive at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
Need a lift? Look no further than these amazing new toy Minnie Van cars now available at Walt Disney World. These toy cars are perfect for fans of attraction vehicles and transportation toys, with a perfect to-scale version of the popular, polka-dotted transportation service. A whole fleet of Minnie Vans is available at Mickey’s of …
PHOTOS: New Attraction Themed Retro Phone Cases Coming to Tokyo Disney Resort
Spencer Lloyd
Tokyo Disney Resort has really been leaning in to the nostalgia theme as of late. Between the Team Disney line this summer and the upcoming Very Very Minnie, looks like they’re aboard the same nostalgia train the domestic parks are on. So it was no surprise today when we spotted these new retro-style phone cases …
ParksCenter – Great Moments In Standby Queue History – Ep. 83
Ben
This is ParksCenter. We cover the top news stories from this week in Disney Parks news in 30 minutes. This week, we’ll be talking about: For a limited time, Great Moments In History returns to the Magic Kingdom! Disney’s Riviera Resort opens, and the murphy beds don’t approve Flight of Passage gets a mid-queue bathroom, …
PHOTOS: New Signage, Mosaic Tiles, and More Details Added to Upcoming World Showcase Restrooms at EPCOT (12/18/19)
Annie Wilson
While visiting EPCOT today, we noticed even more details have gone up around the new restrooms located at the entrance to World Showcase. The new restrooms are located next to Refreshment Port and the temporary Starbucks location. We spotted even more new details since our last update. Thanks to the sunlight, we could see through …
PHOTOS: Say “I Do” to the Newest Bride and Groom Mouse Ear Hats to Walk Down the Aisle at Walt Disney World
Annie Wilson
There has been no shortage of new ears lately. We recently fell in love with the bridal ear headband and were eager to find more new wedding merchandise. Today, we came across the perfect pair of new ear hats featuring a bride and groom! These “Happily Ever After” ear hats are perfect for any couple …
TONIGHT: ParksCenter – Great Moments In Standby Queue History – Ep. 83
Ben
Tonight, December 18th at 9pm Eastern, will be the next edition of WDWNT’s ParksCenter! We’re going to cover the top news stories from this week in Disney Parks news in 30 minutes. Want to watch us record the show live? Tune in tonight at 9pm Eastern on WDWNTunes! This week, we’ll be talking about: For …
Disney Confirms New Park Open Boarding Group Procedure Will Now Be Daily for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
As more and more guests ride Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Disney has been testing new methods to make the overall experience as streamlined as possible. In an effort to ensure that all guests know what to expect when visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios, they’ve announced official boarding group procedures for the time being, as …
SHOP: New “Baby Yoda” Phone Cases and Magnets Levitate Into shopDisney
The Baby Yoda, or should we say “The Child”, merchandise keeps on coming as The Mandalorian character proves to be ever popular with fans. Today, shopDisney released three new phone cases and two car magnets showcasing the marquee character from the hit Disney+ show. Let’s take a look! The Child ”Levitate” Car Magnet – $14.99 This car …
PHOTOS: New “It’s Time to Remember the Magic!” 25th Anniversary Castle Cake Tee Arrives at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
It’s “Time to Remember the Magic” of the infamous cake castle with this 25th anniversary tee! Whether you loved or hated this anniversary overlay on Cinderella Castle, it’s making a return on vintage apparel. Earlier this month, we saw this design make its first appearance in a long sleeve navy sweatshirt, but now it’s been …
PHOTOS: New “The Aristocats” Collection by Dooney & Bourke Debuts This Friday at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
You’ll be practicing your scales and your arpeggios with this new purse collection by Dooney & Bourke, debuting this Friday at Ever After Jewelry Co. in Disney Springs. The collection will feature a large tote, a smaller wristlet, and a fun barrel bag. The leather fuchsia background really pops against various vignettes from the classic …
PHOTOS: Cash Registers Removed as Work Begins In Earnest to Remodel EPCOT’s MouseGear
Staff Writer
This morning as we were perusing MouseGear for the latest merchandise, we noticed that a segment of checkout tables were removed, with several cash registers placed on temporary tables and rolling counters. The section of registers on temporary tables and rolling counters is over between the housewares section and the MagicBands and phone cases section. This …
PHOTOS: Former Bongos Cuban Cafe at Disney Springs Almost Entirely Demolished
What a difference a few days makes, as our reporters at Disney Springs have noticed that Bongos Cuban Cafe is nearly completely demolished. Bongos, as you know, is being replaced by Beatrix Health Foods Restaurant, Coffeehouse, and Grab-and-Go Market. Let’s take a look at the progress of the demolition! There’s almost nothing left of the former …
Enter NFL’s “100 Experiences of a Lifetime” Contest For a Chance to Stay at the Cinderella Castle Suite and Meet a Super Bowl Champion
Jessica Figueroa
If you’ve ever wanted to shout the famous line, “I’m going to Disney World,” and get the superstar treatment that so many Super Bowl legends have gotten over the years as part of Disney’s iconic Super Bowl campaign, this is your lucky day. One fan will be selected for a Disney MVP Experience to participate …
PHOTOS: New “Cars” Lightning McQueen Character Bus Races Into Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
KA-CHOW! Just in from Radiator Springs is this brand-new “Cars” themed character bus, featuring none other than Lightning McQueen and Mater racing down a canyon. The all-red bus features a flashy Lightning McQueen with his best friend Mater trailing behind. The initials “RS”, for Radiator Springs, are located right by the doors to the bus. …
Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic Scores For “Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker” Point To A Potential Problem
Joe Hogarty
The embargo for critics to release their review of “Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker” was lifted today, and it looks like it might not be smooth sailing for the last film in the Star Wars saga. Currently, “Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker” has a 57% on Rotten Tomatoes with an average review score …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 12/18/19 (Long Lines for Santa, “One Day at Disney” Tote Bag, West Side Construction, and More)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to a busy day here at Disney Springs. The crowds are here bright and early to get all their holiday shopping done, so it’s a bit of a mess to navigate the stores. Let’s get going. The lines for Santa at the Disney Springs Christmas Tree Trail were ridiculous. The line wrapped from the …
PHOTO: New Retro Disneyland Annual Passholder Otterbox Phone Case with Integrated PopSocket Now Available
Disneyland has introduced a new limited release retro Annual Passholder Otterbox phone case at the resort. Featuring an integrated Popsocket, this phone case is nearly identical to the Walt Disney World one released last week, but with Disneyland branding. The case features the retro Disneyland sign that used to welcome guests driving into the original …
New Disney+ Original Series “Diary of a Future President” Premieres January 17th
Matthew Soberman
Hail to the (future) chief! The Disney+ original series “Diary of a Future President” is set to premiere on the streaming service on Friday, January 17th. The Disney+ original series, “Diary of a Future President,” from I Can and I Will Productions and CBS Television Studios, will premiere on Friday, January 17. Gina Rodriguez (“Jane …
Disney Offers Complimentary 1-Day Ticket or Event Ticket Exchange Following Extremely Rainy Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
Matthew Soberman
Doing a hard-ticket event at Walt Disney World in the pouring rain isn’t a great situation. Spending money on a limited-capacity event, only to be met with modified (or even cancelled) live entertainment and parades, not to mention braving Florida storms hopping from attraction to attraction or having to camp out in a shop or …
PHOTOS: New Permanent “Awesome Planet” Sign Installed in The Land Pavilion at EPCOT
Jessica Figueroa
New, permanent signage for the film “Awesome Planet” has been installed outside the old Harvest Theater in The Land pavilion at EPCOT ahead of the show’s big debut this upcoming January during the Festival of the Arts. A temporary “Coming Soon” sign has acted as a placeholder for the past few weeks, but with just …
Disneyland Resort Express Bus Service Ceasing Operation January 7th, SuperShuttle at LAX on December 31st
Two convenient ways to get from local airports to the Disneyland Resort will soon be no more. Coach USA announced today that they will be ending their “Disneyland Resort Express” bus service after January 7, 2020, bringing to an end the Disney sanctioned motorcoach service. “Coach USA Southern California has informed their client Walt Disney …
REVIEW: Tiny Madeleines, Bouchon Brownies, Gold-Topped Tarts and More Afternoon Pastries at the New Le Petit Café in Disney’s Riviera Resort
Jessica Figueroa
Ev’rybody wants to be a cat at Le Petit Café, the quaint new coffee lounge at the newly-opened Disney’s Riviera Resort. During the day, the cafe serves pastries and coffee, and when the sun comes down, the liquor cabinets open, adding a variety of top-shelf spirits to sip on while you mingle, people-watch, or simply …
New Villains’ Cursed Caravan and More Announced for Disney Villains After Hours at the Magic Kingdom; Returning February 2020
Jessica Figueroa
Disney Villains After Hours returns to the Magic Kingdom for 24 select nights starting February 7, 2020, and there are new villainous experiences to be had! Based on the popularity of Maleficent dragon’s journey through the park, the experience is being enhanced to include even more villainous fun. New this year, the Villains’ Cursed Caravan will join …
PHOTOS: More Progress on The Enchanted Tale of Beauty and the Beast; New Fantasyland at Tokyo Disneyland (12/18/19)
Spencer Lloyd
Construction is coming along at quite the brisk pace here at Tokyo Disneyland. In fact, we just passed the four-month mark to the April 15th opening day of the New Fantasyland expansion! So with all this excitement, let’s jump in and check out what’s new in this little corner of magic! Over at the Fantasyland …
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Boarding Groups Now Being Distributed Starting at Official Park Opening Time Beginning Today
Tom Corless
UPDATE: Disney has confirmed that Boarding Group distribution will be taking place at official park open daily until further changes are implemented. Since Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance opened, the attraction has utilized a boarding group system that required guests to enter the park and then obtain said group in the My Disney Experience …
PHOTOS: New “Star Wars: A New Hope” Resort Refillable Mugs Land at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
Resort guests looking to upgrade their resort refillable mugs can now opt for a brand-new Star Wars: A New Hope themed insulated mug available at select resort quick service locations. The mug costs $29.99 on its own, or you can just pay $10 to upgrade if you’re redeeming your resort refillable mug included with the …
UPDATE: All Murphy Beds Marked “Out of Order” After Opening Night Accident at Disney’s Riviera Resort
Jessica Figueroa
At the newly-opened Disney’s Riviera Resort last night, a family awoke to a loud bang after a murphy bed became detached from the wall and fell on top a family member who was sleeping in it. Now, it appears the resort is taking precautions by marking all of its Murphy beds “Out of Order” and …
REVIEW: New “I Lava You” Dole Whip Float at Sunshine Tree Terrace is a Tropical Delight in the Magic Kingdom
Staff Writer
Sunshine Tree Terrace is home to the Magic Kingdom’s newest ice cream dessert. Let us introduce to you the new “I Lava You” Float, inspired by the fan-favorite Pixar short film Lava. In the film, two volcanoes find love and let me tell you, we found love in this float. Let’s take a look at this …
“For Here” or “To-Go” Packaging Options Added to Mobile Ordering at Select Dining Locations in Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
Whether you’re using Mobile Order to save time in line or grab a meal for later, you now have options as to how your food comes packaged upon pick-up at Walt Disney World. Mobile Order is now available at Primo Piatto, the quick service restaurant at the newly opened Disney’s Riviera Resort. “For Here” and …
REVIEW: Avatar Ten Year Anniversary Cupcake Links to Disney’s Animal Kingdom for a Limited Time
Staff Writer
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the movie Avatar, Disney World has concocted a new celebratory cupcake! Of course we had to try it out for ourselves during its limited release and see if it was worth the hype. The cupcake is available at Pongu Pongu for $5.99 or a Disney Dining Plan Snack Credit and …
REVIEW: Cinnamon Crumble “French Toast” Bread Pudding, Lemon-Blueberry Pancakes, Breakfast Pizza, and More from the New Primo Piatto at Disney’s Riviera Resort
Jessica Figueroa
If you’ve been following along with our coverage of the new Disney’s Riviera Resort, you’ll know that so far, the resort has one of the best Character Breakfasts on property, and we’re happy to relay that the quick service morning offerings don’t fall far behind. Primo Piatto, the resort’s counter service restaurant, has proven to …
PHOTOS: Big Top Souvenirs at The Magic Kingdom Reopens After Last Week’s Fire
Staff Writer
Circus-goers rejoice! Big Top Souvenirs has finally reopened after last week’s incident. Last Wednesday, we were surprised to learn that the store and Pete’s Silly Sideshow were closed due to a supposed fire. Since the news broke, we’ve been monitoring the situation closely. Earlier this week, Pete’s Silly Sideshow returned to normal operation, so we …
PHOTOS: Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Gets New Walkway Concrete at EPCOT
Staff Writer
While we were out and about in EPCOT, we hopped on the monorail to check in on all the various construction projects going on around the park. As we passed Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind we noticed some exciting changes. Along the side of the ride building for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind …
Disney Now Has No Plans for Roaming Droids in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Jessica Figueroa
So far on Batuu, we’ve seen build-your-own droids, Coke Droids, and plenty of droids on stand-by for photo ops, but one glaring omission still remains months after the land’s opening on both coasts: the roaming, interactive droids that were promised when Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge was first announced. For the first few months of the …
