Black Friday 2019 Deals and Limited Time Offers Revealed for Disney Springs
Jessica Figueroa
The countdown is on because we’re officially 5 weeks away from Christmas Day and next Friday kicks one off the busiest shopping days of the season! While many of us love getting up early and scoping out the hottest finds the day after Thanksgiving, Disney Springs offers a more relaxed Black Friday shopping experience. With …
Every New Christmas Treat (with Reviews) For the 2019 Holiday Season at the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
Put on your Sunday clothes stretchy pants, there’s lots of treats out there! The holidays are officially here 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 the Magic Kingdom by clicking through on the links below. Set …
New Poster Unveiled for Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
It’s a special day here – Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse are celebrating birthdays! And to mark the occasion, Disney has shared a new poster for Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in spring 2020. On Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, guests will step through the movie screen and join Mickey, …
REVIEW: New Frozen Waves Cupcake Combines Vanilla Mint and Chocolate for a Sparkling Wintery Treat at Disney’s Pop Century Resort
Annie Wilson
Just when you thought all the new Frozen 2 treats had finally arrived, Disney’s Pop Century Resort has added a new Frozen Waves cupcake to the mix. It looks very similar to some of the other treats we’ve tried, but that won’t stop us. Let’s find out what secrets this cupcake is holding. This cupcake …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Watch the Mickey Mouse 91st Birthday Celebration Pre-Parade at Disneyland Paris
Jessica Figueroa
In case you haven’t heard, it’s Mickey Mouse’s 91st birthday, and being the citizen of the world that he is, his birthday celebration is a global one. We got to see Mickey in his special Surprise Celebration outfit here at the Magic Kingdom, but over in Disneyland Paris, he made an extra special appearance as …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Mickey Mouse Dons Surprise Celebration Outfit for 91st Birthday Meet and Greet in the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
Happy Birthday, Mickey! Mickey turns an astounding 91 years today, and to mark the special celebration, he’s wearing his birthday suit… no, not that birthday suit. Mickey’s Surprise Celebration outfit, which debut this past January for the World’s Biggest Mouse Party, was put away in October, and Mickey switched back into his magician clothes for …
Anna and Elsa to Debut New Looks Inspired by “Frozen 2” at Royal Sommerhus in EPCOT Starting November 22
Jessica Figueroa
If you’re a fan of “Frozen” you’re in for a cool time! Guests are invited to celebrate “Frozen 2” at Epcot with all-new experiences starting on November 22. Kick off the day by stopping at Royal Sommerhus located in the Norway pavilion at Epcot to visit Anna and Elsa, who will be celebrating their new …
PHOTOS: Roofing Almost Complete on New Front Entrance Structure at the Magic Kingdom; Latest Update on Grand Floridian Walkway Bridge
Staff Writer
If you’ve been to Magic Kingdom lately, you may have noticed the multiple construction sites by the park’s front entrance and in the surrounding areas. All of this (much needed) work is being completed in preparation for Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th anniversary. The resort is getting a quite the facelift before its big day, …
Special Activities, Offers, and Character Appearances Announced for Family Volunteer Day at Disney Parks on November 23rd
Jessica Figueroa
This Saturday, Nov. 23, Disney parks and resorts around the world are joining together to celebrate Family Volunteer Day. Family Volunteer Day is a global day of service that celebrates the power of families who work together to support their communities and this year, Disney is celebrating in a big way! The fun will kick off …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 11/17/19 (Tomorrowland Remodeling, Limited Time “The Little Mermaid” Treats, Cold Weather, Pinocchio Village Haus Wish Book, and More)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to a very chilly day here at the Magic Kingdom. It’s pretty cold today, even for the tourists. The gift shops were extremely crowded first thing this morning with guests purchasing warmer clothing. The Emporium had several sweatshirt options on display behind the register. Many people were purchasing blankets, too. As we made our …
WDWNT Weekly Recap: Disney+ Launches with Original Series, Glitches, and “Outdated Cultural Depictions”; Gingerbread Displays Arrive at Disney Resorts; and Potential New Monorail Purchase
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 11-17! Walt Disney World A new update to the My Disney Experience app …
PHOTOS: New Trees Planted Along France Pavilion Expansion Path; Latest Construction Progress on La Crêperie de Paris 11/17/19
Staff Writer
Bonjour, yet again, from EPCOT’s France pavilion! Work on the area for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and La Crêperie de Paris is moving so quickly that something new and exciting pops up every single day! In our last update, we discovered new structures and more support beams. Today brings us a whole new set of updates. …
PHOTOS: Jarrito de Coco Souvenir Mug Arrives at the Mexico Pavilion in EPCOT
Jessica Figueroa
So many souvenir mugs out there, it’s driving us un poco loco. The popular Jarrito de Coco souvenir mug that debuted earlier this year in Disney California Adventure has made its way over to EPCOT! We found this new souvenir Coco mug at Choza de Margarita. The mug features a logo with Miguel in his …
REVIEW: Thanks-mas Sandwich, Santa Hat Macaron & More at Jolly Holiday Bakery Café – Holidays 2019 at Disneyland Park
Matthew Soberman
It’s looking like a very jolly holiday at Jolly Holiday Bakery Café this year, with items like the Thanks-mas Sandwich, the Santa Hat Macaron, and Eggnog Latte Cheesecake on the menu! No need to jump into a painting, we’ll bring the review to you! Jolly Holiday Bakery is known for their sweet treats and sandwiches. …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Hollywood Studios 11/17/19 (Current Mood Magnets, 10th Anniversary UP! Plush, Games in Galaxy’s Edge, “Repaired” Skyliner Display, and More)
Annie Wilson
Hooray for Hollywood! It’s a very cold morning here at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, but everyone is looking dapper today. The rope drop process for the park seems to be under control thanks to all the Cast Members directing traffic and helping everyone get where they are going first thing in the morning. Taking a look …
PHOTOS: New Stainless Steel Disney Skyliner Resort Refillable Mugs Now Available as Upgrades at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
If you aren’t the biggest fan of the latest Holiday 2019 resort refillable mug design and are looking for something classier, something sturdier, and something that reminds you of that time you spent three hours trapped in a gondola, look no further than these fancy new stainless steel Disney Skyliner resort mugs, now available as …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 11/17/19 (Return of the Main Street Trolley, Big Changes in Tomorrowland, Emporium Christmas Carol Window Displays, and More)
Staff Writer
Hello from Magic Kingdom! It may only be 9 AM, but it’s already turning out to be a beautiful day. The crowds are starting to pick up as we approach holiday season, Walt Disney World’s busiest time of the year, but they’re still manageable. Let’s see what we can find! Before we even entered the …
Reservations Now Open for New Le Cellier Brunch During Epcot International Festival of the Arts 2020
Jessica Figueroa
Earlier this week, it was announced that Le Cellier Restaurant at EPCOT’s Canada pavilion would be hosting its first-ever brunch for the 2020 Festival of the Arts. Reservations are now open for the experience, so keep scrolling to find out what it includes and click here to book your reservation. Celebrate the Epcot International Festival …
PHOTOS: Disney Skyliner’s EPCOT Line Experiencing Frequent Downtime
Jessica Figueroa
If you’ve attempted to ride the EPCOT line of the Disney Skyliner at any point this month, you probably walked over to the International Gateway station or Caribbean Beach station only to find that the particular line was down. You might’ve also booked a reservation at Disney’s Art of Animation or Pop Century Resorts with …
EDITORIAL: How to Take On Disney With Littles
Staff Writer
Let’s face it… just taking your toddlers to the supermarket can be a quite a challenging task. In fact, most times, I decide to forgo trekking out with the kiddos and opt for having my groceries delivered to my home. Surprisingly though, having two littles age 2 and under has never stopped my family from …
PHOTOS: Trees Removed Along the Iconic France Pavilion Fountain Path at EPCOT
Jessica Figueroa
The France Pavilion at EPCOT is looking a bit bare today as six out of the ten trees that normally lined the fountain area along the street into the pavilion have been removed. We’d recently seen a number of managers and planners scoping out different areas along the pavilion in preparation for the upcoming expansion …
REVIEW: New Dinglehopper Noodles and Little Mermaid Oyster Cake Splash into the Magic Kingdom for a Limited Time
Jessica Figueroa
I wanna be… where the snacks are. “The Little Mermaid” is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year and the parks are commemorating it with exclusive H2O+ product lines, a new menu at Coral Reef, and now a limited time pair of snacks at Prince Eric’s Village Market, located near Under the Sea – Journey of The Little Mermaid …
DISNEY+ REVIEW: “The Mandalorian” Chapter 2 – A Long Walk In The Desert Can Still Be A Lot Of Fun
Ron D’Anna
Warning: This post contains full spoilers for Chapter 1 of The Mandalorian and discusses Chapter 2 in more vague terms… The ending of the first episode of The Mandalorian left our hero with a small problem. That problem was about one foot tall, had giant ears, and is bound to sell a ton of merchandise …
PHOTOS: New Cinderella Castle, Minnie Ears, and Stitch Rhinestone Window Decals Arrive at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Staff Writer
The best way to let people know you’re a Disney fan when you’re out and about is decorations on your car. With a variety of Annual Passholder magnets getting released, we’ve seen how Passholders can show off their status on their cars, fridges or other magnetic surfaces. But today, anyone can show off their love …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: New “Frozen: A Musical Invitation” Interactive Show and Olaf Meet & Greet Debuts at Animation Celebration in Walt Disney Studios Park
Jessica Figueroa
It’s Coronation Day! The all-new “Frozen: A Musical Invitation” has officially opened at The Animation Celebration in Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris and we were there to take in the snowy splendor of the new show. An Olaf meet and greet has also debuted inside the space at the show’s exit, which is huge given …
PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 11/16/19 (Cold Weather, Manatee Appreciation, New Apparel in France, and More)
Staff Writer
Hello and welcome to a suddenly chilly Walt Disney World! This morning, there was a breeze and a chill in the air, so grab your favorite Mickey sweater and get ready for another spin through EPCOT. Right off the bat at 8:50 am, the park was full of happy visitors ready to hop on their …
PHOTOS: New Retro-Inspired Mickey Tops Arrive at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
Disney has heard our nostalgia cries and has released yet another retro design! A different collection of retro-inspired sweatshirts popped up at Walt Disney World not too long ago, but it seems that Disney wasn’t finished. This morning, we spied this t-shirt and sweatshirt at Magic Kingdom’s Emporium. Both items feature the original Walt Disney World …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Hollywood Studios 11/16/19 (New Stars Wars Merchandise, Missing Footprints, Santa Sighting, and More)
Staff Writer
Brr, it was a chilly one out there today, but that didn’t seem to stop people from going to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Seriously, were they running a special on Tip-Yip today? Crowds, crowds as far as the eye could see. Once we battled our way through the sea of vacationers, we finally made it to …
PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 11/16/19 (Christmas Decorations Arrive, New Frozen Precious Moments Figurines, Daisy Serves Up Some Sass, and More)
Staff Writer
Greetings, World Travelers! EPCOT is bright, sunny, and warm today––a perfect day for exploring and playing. Let’s go see what all is happening around the world. It’s (finally) beginning to look a lot like Christmas around EPCOT and the World Showcase! While most of Walt Disney World had already been decked out in its Christmas …
REVIEW: French Dip Sandwich at Refreshment Corner – Holidays 2019 at Disneyland Park
Matthew Soberman
The classic sandwich, the French dip, has made a holiday appearance at Refreshment Corner at Disneyland Park. This item is only available from November 8th, 2019, to January 6th, 2020. But is this a welcome arrival? Let’s find out! No line today at the Refreshment Corner on Main Street, U.S.A. Here’s a look at the …
REVIEW: Sleigh Ride Slush, Wonderland Hot Chocolate, and Holiday Egg Nog at Hollywood Lounge – Holiday 2019 at Disney California Adventure Park
Staff Writer
Hooray for Hollywood, and hooray for seasonal drinks! This year at Hollywood Lounge in Hollywood Land at Disney California Adventure Park, there are many new drinks you can try! We tried the Sleigh Ride Slush, Wonderland Hot Chocolate, and Holiday Egg Nog. Will they make your holiday taste list? Come find out! The line was …
WDW News Tonight Weekly Recap – Episode 112 (11/14/19): Bad Orlando Billboards, Our Craziest Disney Parks Stories, Mickey’s Very Merry Party Pass, and More!
Staff Writer
If you happened to miss this week’s episode of WDW News Tonight, we’ve got you covered! Below is a full recap of all the fun and madness that you missed, along with the full episode for you to watch: [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTrKELxvpeI] Each week, we bring you a live audio and video program, combing the latest …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Christmas Window Displays Arrive at Main Street Emporium in the Magic Kingdom
Staff Writer
The final Christmas touches have been completed at Magic Kingdom! While the majority of the holiday decorations were put up last week, we were still awaiting the appearance of the Christmas window displays at the Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A. We were filled with glee today when we discovered that they had finally arrived! Guests …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disney’s Yacht Club Resort’s 2019 Christmas Village Combines Disney Inspired and Traditional Houses for a Festive Display
Annie Wilson
It’s the most wonderful time of the year to be here at Walt Disney World. The parks and resorts are all decked out for the holidays, but some resorts take their decorating to a new level. We stopped into Disney’s Beach Club Resort the other day to check out their carousel display, but today we …
PHOTOS: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Themed Decor, Shuttle Station Wraps Added to Orlando International Airport; New Magic of Disney Store Reopening Date Revealed
Jessica Figueroa
The Force is strong today throughout Orlando International Airport with the debut of new décor that helps travelers feel as if they’ve stepped into Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the new 14-acre land inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. It seems the Galaxy’s Edge themed edge construction walls we spotted earlier …
Romantic Disney: How Disney Souvenirs Improve the Quality of Life
Staff Writer
No kidding, Disney merch is hard to pass up. After all, there’s always something for everyone… along with something for every room, every season, every holiday… every occasion, hobby, interest, sport, smartphone… the list never ends. On our last trip to Walt Disney World, the Magic Kingdom shot glass we brought from home (as part …
Disney+ Removes Mysterious “Gravity Falls” Fez Symbol; Creator Concerned Over Character Censorship
Jessica Figueroa
With the launch of Disney+ has come a slew of new issues (and no, not just the technical issues on launch day.) Older Disney animated classics and specials have had warnings added for “outdated cultural depictions” and now, it appears even more modern Disney Channel shows are seeing a wave of unexpected censorship. The fan-favorite …
New Disney+ Update Adds Resume and Restart Options to Interface After User Feedback
Jessica Figueroa
Disney+ launched this week much to the joy of Disney fans nationwide, but not without lots of technical issues and downtime. Thankfully, most of the login kinks have been worked out since Tuesday. However, with more users exploring the Disney+ app’s interface, a myriad of other issues have surfaced, including the lack of having an …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 11/16/19 (Christmas Decorations, New VHS Notebooks, Ron Jon Surf Shop Opens, New Pins, and More)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to another beautiful day here at Disney Springs. The weather is perfect today, so we decided to take a stroll around and check out all the new Christmas decorations. The giant Christmas tree is up and can be found near Guest Relations. We’re eager to see it all lit up! Throughout Disney Springs, you’ll …
Disney CEO Bob Iger Teaches Business Strategy & Leadership in New MasterClass Series
Staff Writer
Have you ever wondered why Disney CEO Bob Iger makes certain decisions? Well, you’re in luck, because he might just tell you. In cooperation with the online education platform MasterClass, Iger has taught a 13 lesson course in business strategy and leadership. MasterClass states in their information on the course will cover a wide variety …
