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SHOP: Columbia Sportswear Reveals Special Edition “Star Wars” Jackets

Joe Hogarty

Columbia Sportswear and Lucasfilm have teamed up to create two special-edition jackets inspired by the ultimate battle between the light side and dark side of the Force. On December 6, fans can now choose their allegiance, whether it’s the black “dark side” jacket with Imperial details or the grey “light side” jacket with features honoring …

New Disney+ Update Adds “Continue Watching” Section to Interface After User Feedback

Jessica Figueroa

Since its bumpy launch earlier this month, Disney+ has worked on improving the user experience, from recoding elements of the app to iron out any glitches, to adding in standard features like Resume and Restart to individual show or movie pages. Another recent update has added a much-requested section to the home screen of the …

“Happy 15 Entry” Hotel Perk Park Access Changes Coming June 1st, 2020 to Tokyo Disney Resort

Spencer Lloyd

At Tokyo Disney Resort, we have a more limited version of “Extra Magic Hours” than Disneyland or Walt Disney World. Our version, called “Happy 15 Entry”, allows entry 15 minutes ahead of park open (or general admission) to those staying at Disney hotels. When you enter, you can experience two headliner attractions and some shopping …

PHOTOS: Full Line of Merchandise for 2019 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Featuring Chip and Dale Revealed; Available November 29th

Jessica Figueroa

The 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth starts this Friday, November 29 and runs through December 30. During this spirited festival at Epcot, guests will encounter an international yuletide extravaganza with Holiday Kitchens, entertainment, and of course – merchandise! This year’s collection will feature our favorite dynamic duo, Chip ‘n’ Dale. …

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Closing Early at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on December 4th

Jessica Figueroa

If you’re planning on having a late afternoon snack of a Ronto Wrap or heading over to Oga’s Cantina after work on December 4th, do keep in mind that with the upcoming opening of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, there will be some schedule changes around Batuu. On December 4th, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge …

REVIEW: Juicy, Delicious Black Pepper Chicken Roll at Liberty Landing Diner for Tokyo DisneySea’s “Disney Christmas 2019”

Spencer Lloyd

Ho, ho, ho! Merry Disney Christmas, everyone! It’s the holiday season at Tokyo Disney Resort, and that means a new slate of food to devour and review for you all! So, let’s take a closer look at the tasty treats to celebrate the season this year! The “Taste of Christmas” program is on at Tokyo DisneySea’s …

DREAMFINDERS BONUS: Pumbaa the Warthog!

Staff Writer

Last episode voice actor and impersonator Brian Hull came on the show. Well, after our chat he told me that a friend of his had mentioned he’d love to chat so here’s a very special guest straight from Pride Rock! Make sure to check out his website brianhull.co and his Youtube channel. Contact Nathan Twitter …

REVIEW: Overly Greasy Okonomiyaki Roll at Restaurant Sakura Terrace for “Disney Christmas 2019” at Tokyo DisneySea

Spencer Lloyd

Ho, ho, ho! Merry Disney Christmas, everyone! It’s the holiday season at Tokyo Disney Resort, and that means a new slate of food to devour and review for you all! So, let’s take a closer look at the tasty treats to celebrate the season this year! Okonomiyaki is a traditional Japanese food, especially popular in …

Marvel News Mash-Up (“Iron Man” On Disney+?, “Hulk vs Wolverine” Movie?)

Joe Hogarty

Marvel News Mash-Up Rumor: Robert Downey Jr. May Return To The MCU In Future Disney+ Series Looks like Disney and Marvel may be trying to get Robert Downey Jr. to reprise his role as Tony Stark, or maybe just his voice, in an upcoming Disney+ series. The series is potentially based on the comic book …

WDWNT: Nerd Alert – Season Five – Episode 12 Is Now Available For Download

Tom Corless

On this week’s episode: We review “The Mandalorian”! Taylor gives his impressions on “Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order”. We talk about how we feel about Disney+. The latest Marvel, Star Wars, and other news! Join hosts Joe Hogarty and Jack McCarthy and Taylor Katcher! WDWNT: Nerd Alert – Season Five – Episode 12 is now …

Stay in the Disney News Know with WDWNT

Staff Writer

Every day, we strive to bring you the most up-to-date information on all of the latest Disney happenings around the world. Many of you head straight to the site, while others find their way over via our many social media channels on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Well, we wanted to share two more way you …

PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 11/25/19 (Volunteer Day, Starbucks Tumblers, “The Little Mermaid” VHS Phone Case, RIP Bongos Pineapple, and More)

Annie Wilson

It’s a fantastic day to be out at Disney Springs. It’s Volunteer Day and Disney is hosting some events to help guests get involved and give back to the community. We stopped in to check out the one-day only “Volunteer Village” and see what we could do to help. The Volunteer Village was a lot …

PHOTOS: New “Cinderella” and “Peter Pan” Character Bus Wraps Arrive at Walt Disney World

Jessica Figueroa

The newest Disney Transport character wrap bus has arrived and if you don’t hurry, it might just turn into a pumpkin! This royal blue bus features Cinderella in her magic carriage, led by a fleet of royal horses (who totally aren’t mice or anything.) In the rear of the bus, you see Cinderella peering out …

PHOTOS: New Mickey Mouse Globe Structure Added to Mickey & Friends Parking at Disneyland Resort

Jessica Figueroa

Between the new Pixar Pals Parking structure, tram loop, and the opening of the long-anticipated pedestrian bridge, the arrival experience for guests driving to Disneyland has vastly improved over the past few months. Today, a fun new sculpture was added to the promenade featuring none other than the main Mouse himself. The large, glossy sphere …
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Primeval Whirl Now Scheduled To Open Daily at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Through January 4th

Jessica Figueroa

Primeval Whirl in DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom reopened this weekend to crowds of excited guests eager to throw out their backs. Those looking to experience the attraction again are in luck, as the operating schedule for the popular ride has been extended. The attraction was originally slated to open from November 24th through December 1st …

PHOTO: New Redd Sequin Minnie Ear Headband Coming Soon to Disney Parks

Jessica Figueroa

We wants the Redd (Sequin Minnie Ear Headband!) Previewed just today via Disney Style, a new set of sequined Minnie Ears is coming to Disney Parks this holiday season. Seen modeled here by Ingrid Michaelson, the strikingly red ears will feature a metallic bow and all-around sequins on the ears and headband. Leaving them on …

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 11/25/19 (Slap Bracelet MagicBands Pulled, Return of the Turkey Leg Wagon, Liberty Square Market Nears Completion, Entrance Updates, and More)

Annie Wilson

Welcome to another beautiful Fall day here at the Magic Kingdom. The park is pretty busy today, but we’re going to make the best of it. Upon arriving at the Magic Kingdom, we noticed that the pathways to and from the monorail are just slightly wider. It seems like the construction walls are starting to …
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PHOTOS: Construction Update on Magic Kingdom Arrival Experience Enhancements and Grand Floridian Walkway Bridge 11/25/19

Staff Writer

Before you enter in to “The World of Yesterday, Tomorrow, and Fantasy” at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, you’ll find yourself walking through a maze of construction at the park’s front entrance. All of the ongoing construction, dubbed “enhancements” by Disney, are preparations for the resort’s 50th anniversary in 2021. There are multiple construction areas …

PHOTOS: Large Scale Construction Project Underway Near Fantasmic, Friendship Boat Dock at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Staff Writer

Last week, we brought news of new mystery construction project just outside the main entrance to Hollywood Studios. Today, while that project advances, even more mystery work has popped up, this time just behind the Friendship Boat dock. The construction site is rather large compared to the one over by the ticket counters. From the main …

PHOTO REPORT: Disneyland Resort 11/25/19 (New Mickey & Friends Signage, “Let It Glow” Tree Display at Night, New Merchandise, ETC.)

Ali

As Thanksgiving week begins, let’s take a quick stroll around Disneyland Resort. With many local schools already on break the resort was crowded on this Sunday evening. On a positive note; construction around Mickey & Friends Parking Structure continues to move quickly and we have new signs! The old ones were quite faded, then repainted, …

VIDEO: Watch How “Star Wars” Impacted The World In This Special Look At “Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker”

Joe Hogarty

Check out this special look at how Star Wars has impacted pop culture for over 4 decades. See the conclusion to the saga, “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” in theaters December 20! Source: Star Wars

Every New Christmas Treat (with Reviews) For the 2019 Holiday Season at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Jessica Figueroa

Jambo and Merry Christmas (and Kwanzaa and Diwali!) from Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park! The holidays have officially arrived at Walt Disney World, and we’ve eaten our way through all of the new offerings. You can check out all of the new treats available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom by clicking through on the links below. Set up …

PHOTOS: New Limited-Time Menu Revealed for Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar at Disney Springs; Debuting November 29th

Jessica Figueroa

Just yesterday, the very first hints of holiday decor arrived at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar in Disney Springs. Starting November 29, Jock Lindsey will be turning his trusty watering hole into Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar complete with over-the-top décor and a limited-time menu filled with festive food and craft cocktails. Jock Lindsey has caught the holiday …

PHOTOS: Special Food Menus Revealed for First-Ever “Very Very Minnie” Event at Tokyo Disneyland

Spencer Lloyd

It’s shaping up to be a very Minnie winter at Tokyo Disneyland, with the special Very Very Minnie event coming January 10th! We’ve already shown you peeks at the special entertainment. But now, all of the food coming to the event has been revealed! And gosh, there’s a lot of it! I bet by the …

Episode 4 of The Imagineering Story – “Hit or Miss” Premieres on Disney+ This Friday

Jessica Figueroa

Ready to head back into “The Imagineering Story”? The docu-series’ fourth episode, “Hit or Miss,” premieres on Disney+ this Friday, November 29th. This fourth episode follows the trajectory of Michael Eisner after the sudden passing of Frank Wells, his right hand and key advisor. After a tragic downturn, Eisner steps back from creative stress and hires …

PHOTOS: Brickwork Now Completed at Liberty Square Market Seating Area in the Magic Kingdom

Annie Wilson

We’ve been following the progress around the Liberty Square Market at the Magic Kingdom since the project started. This seating area has been under refurbishment for the last few months, but it looks like they could be wrapping up very soon. Let’s take a look at some of the latest changes since our previous update. …

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Hollywood Studios 11/25/19 (Baby Yoda Vanishes, Christmas Decor, Big Crowds, Roundup Rodeo BBQ Construction, and More)

Staff Writer

Greetings from Hollywood… Studios, that is. Today, we took a walk around the park to see what was happening on another beautiful Central Florida weekend. At first, the lines looked promising as the park opened. All the guests who are renting ECV’s and wheelchairs are now getting these Frozen 2 name tags. As we mentioned …

Permits Indicate Sections of World Drive to be Widened, 4 New Bridges to be Constructed, and Easier Access to Grand Floridian Coming to Alleviate Magic Kingdom Area Traffic

The investment into the infrastructure of Walt Disney World is continuing with the rebuilding of parts of Floridian Way and the Magic Kingdom exit road. World Drive and the Magic Kingdom entrance just completed its rebuilding with overpasses and new ramps helping ease congestion for one of the busiest roads in Walt Disney World. The …

VIDEO: Walt Disney Imagineering Shares Behind The Scenes Look at Final TRON Lightcycle / Run Track Installation at the Magic Kingdom

Jessica Figueroa

Earlier this month, Walt Disney Imagineers and Magic Kingdom cast members celebrated a milestone in the construction of the TRON Lightcycle / Run attraction when the final piece of the attraction’s ride track was lowered into place. TRON Lightcycle / Run is a coaster-style attraction that will allow riders to board a train of two-wheeled Lightcycles …

Doorbuster Deals Announced for World of Disney at Disney Springs and Downtown Disney This Black Friday

Jessica Figueroa

It’s one of the biggest shopping days of the year and we’ve got the scoop on great offers at World of Disney at both Downtown Disney District and Disney Springs on November 29 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Take a look below! Everyone’s obsessed with this Santa Mickey Mouse Mini Backpack! The backpack has …

PHOTOS: Construction Continues on Spider-Man Ride and the MARVEL Avengers Campus at Walt Disney Studios Paris

Tom Corless

Just a few days ago, we visited Disneyland Paris to check out all of the new entertainment and such for the holiday season at the resort, but we also caught a glimpse at the ongoing construction of the MARVEL Avengers Campus area of the park. Most of the Backlot area is closed except for Restaurant …

PHOTOS: Costumes Revealed for Mickey and Friends at Tokyo Disneyland’s New Fantasyland Forest Theater

Spencer Lloyd

We’re just under 5 months from the April 15th opening day of Tokyo Disneyland’s massive expansion project! While the Oriental Land Company has revealed details about almost everything coming to us, they’ve been pretty tight-lipped about the show coming to the Fantasyland Forest Theater. Not even a name! So far, all we know is that …

VIDEO: New Clip From “Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker” Released on Good Morning America

Joe Hogarty

  A new clip from “Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker” debuted on Good Morning America. Watch as Rey, Finn, Poe and Chewie confront the new Rocket Troopers of The First Order. “Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker” opens on December 20th! Source: Star Wars

Every New Christmas Treat (with Reviews) For the 2019 Holiday Season at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Jessica Figueroa

Welcome to the holidays at a Hollywood that never was—and always will be! Christmas has officially arrived at Walt Disney World, and we’ve eaten our way through all of the new offerings. You can check out all of the new treats available at Disney’s Hollywood Studios by clicking through on the links below. Set up a …

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 11/24/19 (Anna and Elsa Debut “Frozen 2” Costumes, Living with the Land Holiday Overlay, New Guest Relations Windows, and More)

Annie Wilson

Good morning from EPCOT. The weather has warmed up again from the brief cold front, and it’s a beautiful day. We’re ready to start exploring, so let’s go. It’s always nice to get a warm welcome from the Cast Members. There were tons of Cast Members out waving, blowing bubbles, and saying hello to guests …

REVIEW: Incredible Camembert & Honey Mustard Chicken Sandwich at New York Deli for Tokyo DisneySea’s “Disney Christmas 2019”

Spencer Lloyd

Ho, ho, ho! Merry Disney Christmas, everyone! It’s the holiday season at Tokyo Disney Resort, and that means a new slate of food to devour and review for you all! So, let’s take a closer look at the tasty treats to celebrate the season this year! New York Deli is a safe bet for American visitors, …

REVIEW: Interesting “Special Set” and Beautiful Views at Cafe Portofino for Tokyo DisneySea’s “Disney Christmas 2019”

Spencer Lloyd

Ho, ho, ho! Merry Disney Christmas, everyone! It’s the holiday season at Tokyo Disney Resort, and that means a new slate of food to devour and review for you all! So, let’s take a closer look at the tasty treats to celebrate the season this year! Cafe Portofino is my favorite place to dine at Tokyo …

REVIEW: Simple Yet Savory “Sausage with Cheese” at Barnacle Bill’s for Tokyo DisneySea’s “Disney Christmas 2019”

Spencer Lloyd

Ho, ho, ho! Merry Disney Christmas, everyone! It’s the holiday season at Tokyo Disney Resort, and that means a new slate of food to devour and review for you all! So, let’s take a closer look at the tasty treats to celebrate the season this year! One of the things about snacks found in both America …

Santa Claus Meet and Greet at the Magic Kingdom Begins November 28th

Jessica Figueroa

If you’re looking to see Santa outside of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, the popular meet and greet starts back up again at the Magic Kingdom this week. Starting Thursday, November 28th, you can meet Santa at the Town Square Courtyard from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily. The meet and greet runs through December …

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Frozen 2, Mickey’s 91st Birthday, FastPass+ Changes, MagicBand Recalls, and More!

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 November 18-24! Walt Disney World A new interface was introduced to the FastPass+ selection …