PHOTOS: New Jaq and Gus “Cinderella” Mice MagicBand Arrives at Walt Disney World
Tom Corless
A new “Cinderella” MagicBand featuring the friendly mice from the film has made its way into stores at Walt Disney World. You’ll find Jaq and Gus on a brown MagicBand. The mice are surrounded by the needles and thread they help make Cinderella’s dress with. This MagicBand retails for $24.99 and is available now at many …
PHOTOS: New “Peter Pan” Character Bus Wrap Takes Guests to Neverland at Walt Disney World
Tom Corless
You can ride, you can ride, you can ride! OFF TO NEVERLAND… I mean, West Clock! Peter Pan and Tinker Bell lead the way to the magic on the newest character bus wrap to arrive at the Walt Disney World resort. We spotted the bus in the cast member areas behind the Magic Kingdom, so …
Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar Christmas Overlay Coming to Indiana Jones Themed Establishment at Disney Springs
Tom Corless
Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar started out as cool new spot to grab great food and drinks at Disney Springs, exciting guests with the prospect of an Indiana Jones-themed bar. Sadly, menu changes, music changes, and the cancellation of many souvenir glasses killed the momentum that the hangout had after opening. It seems Jock’s may have …
PHOTOS: New EPCOT Entrance Area Planters Now Taking Shape
Staff Writer
We are coming to you from the EPCOT monorail as we gaze down at what will be the new entrance area for the park. Something new always seem to be popping up in this area constantly. This new fountain and entrance project is of course part of EPCOT’s park-wide refresh that will be ongoing for …
REVIEW: The Odd-Sounding “Hot Strawberry & Matcha Tapioca Milk” Delights at Tokyo DisneySea’s Hudson River Harvest
Spencer Lloyd
With the changing of the seasons also comes the demand for hot, delicious beverages to warm Guests in the cold Tokyo winters. Tokyo Disney Resort has a funny trend of creating strange combination drinks that are either home runs or huge misses. One particular example is the Popcorn Soda with Donut from this past Halloween, a …
WDWNT: The Toys for Tots Marathon 2019 Coming 11/29-12/1, Don’t Miss 50-Hours of Disney Fun, Games, and Surprises!
Tom Corless
Every year since 2008, WDW News Today has hosted a charity drive at the end of November to raise money for the Toys for Tots Foundation. To date, we have raised over $49,000 for this amazing organization with donations through our website and those made during our annual live program during the holiday season. This …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: “Showdown at The Golden Horseshoe” Dueling Piano Show Makes Its Grand Debut at Disneyland
A new show replacing the long-running Laughing Stock Co., called “Showdown at The Golden Horseshoe” debuted today at Disneyland. Inside the saloon, the dueling piano players challenge one another in a good ol’ fashioned showdown in the new interactive show. Throughout the rowdy show, performers take requests from the audience as well as performing improv …
PHOTO REPORT: Animal Kingdom 11/22/19 (Christmas Starbucks Tumbler, 2020 Minnie Ears, Merry Menagerie, and More)
Annie Wilson
Jambo! and happy holidays from Disney’s Animal Kingdom. It’s always a treat to see the Merry Menagerie. The Christmas decorations in Pandora are so detailed, it’s fun to look at all the unique elements. There’s even Mickey Mouse in the window! So many new pins were available at Discovery Trading Company. The Walt Disney Day pin …
PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 11/22/19 (New Alex & Ani Bracelet, AFV Filming, Custodial Mickey, and More)
Staff Writer
Greetings from Walt Disney’s Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow. But, you can just call it EPCOT. There’s a lot of things to discover out their in the world and so little time to do it, so let’s get started, shall we? EPCOT is slowly but surely getting into the holiday spirit with these snowflakes added …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 11/22/19 (More Silver Walls in Star Traders, New Alex and Ani, Christmas Gift Cards with Limited Edition Pins, and More)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to a beautiful morning here at the Magic Kingdom. It’s still a bit chilly this morning, but the sky is blue and the sun is shining, so we really can’t complain. As we arrived by Ferryboat from the TTC, we were delighted to find a new pathway has opened allowing guests to make their …
PHOTOS: New “Frozen” Sven Souvenir Sipper Slides Into Disneyland
Jessica Figueroa
As a wise philosopher once said, “Reindeer(s) are better than people.” While that’s debatable, if they found themselves at Disneyland, they might say “reindeer sippers are better than regular cups.” Which is absolutely true. The plastic sipper features Sven in a sitting pose. If you look closely, you can see Sven’s named etched in the …
PHOTOS: Anna and Elsa Debut New “Frozen 2” Costumes at Character Close-Up Meet & Greet in Disney California Adventure
Jessica Figueroa
Anna and Elsa are now sporting brand-new looks with the debut of Frozen 2 at their Royal Welcome meet and greet in the Animation building at Disney California Adventure. All day, the internet has been clamoring over divisive Frozen 2 reviews, spoilers, and of course, Anna and Elsa’s new costumes. Many believed that the costumes Anna …
PHOTOS: New Dapper Dan D-Tech Phone Case Now Harmonizing at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
Before you sail along on Moonlight Bay, you need to make sure your phone’s protected. Thankfully, there’s a new Dapper Dan phone case now available at Walt Disney World, so you can text and tap dance your way down Main Street without a care in the world. The Dapper Dans have been entertaining guests …
PHOTOS: Rebar Added to Launch on TRON Lightcycle Run in the Magic Kingdom
Staff Writer
It’s been a while since we last checked in on the construction of the Magic Kingdom’s newest coaster. With all the excitement of the final piece of the track dying down, we thought we’d pop on over to see what else we could spot. First thing’s first, we spotted some workers up in a crane …
PHOTOS: Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Christmas Tree and Decorations Arrive for 2019
Staff Writer
After the grand opening of the annual gingerbread house at Grand Floridian Resort and Spa last week, the hotel’s annual Christmas tree has arrived. The traditionally massive tree stretches to the upper levels of the resort lobby with all the grandeur of a Victorian mansion. As we arrive inside the resort, we are greeted by …
PHOTOS: New EPCOT International Gateway Ticket and Guest Relations Windows Opening Soon
Jessica Figueroa
For months now, guests looking to purchase park tickets or annual passes have had to line up at a temporary booth just outside the International Gateway at EPCOT. Thankfully, arrival enhancements at this secondary entrance to the park are nearly finished, and International Gateway will be sporting shiny new ticket windows very soon. Construction walls …
Disney Files Application for New 12-Story Disney Vacation Club Tower Next to Disneyland Hotel
Jessica Figueroa
Disney has just filed an application for a new 12-story, 350-room Disney Vacation Club Tower next to the Disneyland Hotel. According to the OC Register, Disneyland submitted an application on Friday, Nov. 22, to the city of Anaheim for a conceptual development review of a new 350-room Disney Vacation Club tower. The proposed Disneyland project …
PHOTOS: 11/22/19 Magic Kingdom Arrival Experience, Transportation and Ticket Center, Grand Floridian Bridge Construction Updates
Staff Writer
Several major construction projects in and around Seven Seas Lagoon have made big strides this week. The long-awaited pedestrian bridge that will connect Grand Floridian Resort & Spa with Magic Kingdom finally saw a big step forward this morning. Overnight, workers hoisted the pedestrian bridge into place and connected it with the rotating mechanism. From …
PHOTOS: New Trees, Details Added to Exterior Queues, and Painted Parisian Skyline at Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and France Pavilion Expansion at EPCOT
Staff Writer
Bonjour, once again, from EPCOT’s France pavilion! It’s been a while since we checked on Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and the expansion of the pavilion. Thanks to some Skyliner downtime, it’s been a little hard to go aerial for pictures. Today, we hopped on the Skyliner and took a spin to see what has happened. Buckle …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Living with the Land at EPCOT Receives a Bountiful Holiday Overlay for 2019
Jessica Figueroa
Today, we’re learning to live with the land—discovering better ways to grow food that will assure both human and environmental wellbeing… while also keeping things jolly with a fun holiday overlay! That’s right, the annual Living with the Land holiday overlay is back this year at EPCOT (you can check out last year’s here), and …
PHOTOS: New $200 Disney Parks Designer Collection COACH Mickey Ears Debut at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
The newest addition to the Disney Parks Designer Collection are these limited release COACH leather Mickey headbands, and they are quite impressive! These new Tea Rose ears feature COACH’s famous stamped-out and riveted florals. Subtle rose-colored rivets along with gold and pewter tones are on these genuine glove tanned leather ears. COACH Tea Rose Mickey …
PHOTOS: New “Avatar” 10th Anniversary Commemorative Merchandise Now Available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
It’s been almost a decade since we were first introduced to the breathtaking world of “Avatar,” which continues to inspire audiences of all ages with its bioluminescent landscape that is truly a sight to see both on film and at Pandora – The World of Avatar. Today, we’ve got a first look at new commemorative merchandise …
PHOTOS: New Anna and Elsa “Frozen 2” Kids Costumes Arrive at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
With the release of Frozen 2, and the change of the character costumes for Anna and Elsa at the Royal Sommerhus Meet & Greet, there are new matching children’s costumes available. Your little princess can dress up as Anna or Elsa in these adorable new costumes, which are full of remarkable details. Elsa “Frozen 2” …
DISNEY+ REVIEW: “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” Dives Into Teenage Emotions and Petty Theft in Episode 3
Staff Writer
It’s another day at East High as we pick up with Episode 3 of “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series”. This episode covers all the range of teenage emotions as we deal with the mess of relationships, tension in the cast, and uncovering secrets. If you need a quick recap, check out our reviews …
PHOTOS: New Dark Gray and Mint Green Open Edition MagicBands Coming to Walt Disney World on November 29th
Jessica Figueroa
Calling all MagicBand fans! Today, Disney has provided us with a first look at two brand-new MagicBand colors debuting at Walt Disney World on November 29. The first new MagicBand is a dark gray color that is fashion-forward and sleek. The second new color is a mint green color showcasing an effervescent and fun look. This …
New Tomorrowland Entrance Concept Art Revealed for Disneyland Park; New Look to Debut in 2020
Jessica Figueroa
As part of Project Stardust, the Disneyland Resort—and specifically Disneyland park—has been undergoing a number of enhancements to continue to deliver a world-class guest experience. The enhancements have ranged from overall beautification of the theme park to maximizing guest flow. The latest of these efforts include a new entrance for Tomorrowland. If you’re in the …
PHOTOS: Former Fountain View Starbucks Now Completely Demolished at EPCOT
Jessica Figueroa
Construction walls went up around Fountain View at EPCOT back in September just days after it had closed. Since then, demolition in the area led to the complete removal of the Fountain of Nations, and work quickly moved on to the former Starbucks location in the park, known as Fountain View. Today, we saw that Fountain …
REVIEW: “Frozen 2″ Is Another Unnecessary Disney Sequel
Joe Hogarty
If you loved “Frozen” and are expecting more of the same from “Frozen 2”, you may be disappointed. “Frozen 2” lacks the charm and heart of the first movie in so many ways. Before watching “Frozen 2”, I went back and re-watched “Frozen”, and it made me realize just how great that film was. It …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: New “Magic of Disney” Store Opens Replacing EarPort Shop at Orlando International Airport
Tom Corless
Orlando International Airport’s second Magic of Disney store (in the Main Terminal East Hall) officially opened to guests today, replacing Disney’s EarPort which closed back in July. The two airport shops now share the same name. That’s not going to confuse anyone or anything. The grand opening moment was documented by Disney… and us. The …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Anna and Elsa Debut New “Frozen 2” Costumes at EPCOT’s Royal Sommerhus Meet & Greet
Jessica Figueroa
Today, we took a trip back, back and over the falls to the Royal Sommerhus in the Norway Pavilion to pay a visit to Anna and Elsa, who are both sporting brand-new looks with the debut of Frozen 2. Many believed that the costumes Anna and Elsa sported during the Disney Parks Blog preview of …
Walt Disney World Park Hours Extended for Opening Date of Rise of the Resistance at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Jessica Figueroa
Disney is preparing for a flood of travelers to Batuu in anticipation of the grand opening of the Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance attraction and has extended hours at various parks. On Thursday, December 5th, Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be opening at 8:00 AM (no Extra Magic Hours announced yet) and closing at 10:00 …
PHOTOS: New “Frozen 2” Anna and Elsa Limited Edition MagicBand Now Available at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
Believe in yourself, your FastPass+ strategy, and delve into the unknown with the new “Frozen 2” Limited Edition MagicBand now available at Walt Disney World. The new MagicBand comes in a stunning blue collector’s box with the two sisters Anna and Elsa, plus Olaf standing in the woods of Arendelle. The inner box notes that …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour a Newly Refurbished Standard Preferred Room at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort
Annie Wilson
Disney’s All Star Music Resort has been refurbishing some of their rooms, and a few of them have recently reopened. We took a tour of one of the new standard preferred rooms, so here’s a little look at some of the changes. The only bit of Disney influence we see is above the beds. There’s …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour a Newly Refurbished Family Suite at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort
Annie Wilson
Many of the resorts around Walt Disney World have been getting refurbished lately, including Disney’s All-Star Music. A few of the newly refurbished rooms are now open, so we stopped in to take a tour of one of the preferred family suites. Take a look at some of the changes to the new room. Upon …
Full Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Menus Revealed for Primo Piatto Quick Service Restaurant at Disney’s Riviera Resort
Jessica Figueroa
If you’ve been curious about Quick Service dining at Disney’s newest upcoming resort, we’ve got you covered. Disney’s Riviera Resort will not only offer rooftop and signature character dining at Topolino’s Terrace (you can also view the full menu for Topolino’s here), but it’s got all facets of dining covered with Bar Riva lounge, Le Petit …
Adorable New CookieAnn Popcorn Bucket Coming December 26th to Tokyo DisneySea
Spencer Lloyd
CookieAnn, the Hong Kong-based canine chef friend of Duffy (wow, that’s descriptive), is well on her way to Tokyo DisneySea! She’s scheduled to make her grand debut on December 26th, and the Oriental Land Company is preparing for her arrival! How, you may ask? Well, CookieAnn-themed items continue to show up on social media and …
Baby Yoda Merchandise Inspired By “The Mandalorian” Coming Soon to Amazon, Target, Box Lunch, and More Retailers
Matthew Soberman
“Baby Yoda” merchandise will soon be flooding shelves, as the breakout character from the Disney+ series “The Mandalorian” has hit the spotlight, according to CNBC. “The Child,” affectionately dubbed by fans as “Baby Yoda” due to its resemblance to the beloved Star Wars character, has been kept out of marketing by showrunners Jon Favreau and …
Space 220 Restaurant at EPCOT Delayed, Now Opening February 2020
Jessica Figueroa
Mission Control, our launch has been delayed. Turns out this year’s most highly-anticipated restaurant… isn’t opening this year after all. When we last checked in on the status of Space 220, we found out that the planned Executive Chef, Theo Schoenegger, had abandoned ship. With just weeks before the restaurant’s expected Winter opening date, it appeared …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Hollywood Studios 11/21/19 (“Baby Yoda” and Rey Hiding in Galaxy’s Edge, New 2020 Ornament, Holiday Citizens of Hollywood, and More)
Staff Writer
Hello from Hollywood… Hollywood Studios, that is! We decided to spend our day exploring the Hollywood that never was and always will be. Let’s see what we can find! Chloe Canard and Evie Starlight were cruising about town this morning on their way to do some Christmas shopping. Evie was showing off the holiday turkey …
PHOTOS: Former Fountain View Starbucks Location Currently Under Demolition at EPCOT
Jessica Figueroa
Construction walls went up around Fountain View at EPCOT back in September just days after it had closed. Since then, demolition in the area led to the complete removal of the Fountain of Nations, and it seems work is now moving on to Fountain View, the former Starbucks location for the park. We noticed the …
