PHOTOS, VIDEO: New Arrival Experience, Security Screening, and Tram Loop Drop-Off Opens at EPCOT
Jessica Figueroa
The other day, we noticed some final touches going on the new EPCOT tram loop and realized it was just about to open… and today’s the day! As part of the new, re-imagined EPCOT, the entire entrance has received an overhaul, streamlining the arrival experience for all guests, regardless of what mode of transportation they …
Event and Booking Dates Announced for 2020 Disney Vacation Club Moonlight Magic Events
Thanks to DVCNews, we now know the dates for the 2020 Moonlight Magic Events at Walt Disney World. This year, there will be one event at Disneyland, but the date for that event has yet to be announced at this time. Moonlight Magic is exclusively for Disney Vacation Club members and allows guests to get …
Dining and Show Reservations Now Available to Book in English on Tokyo Disney Resort Website
Spencer Lloyd
Fantastic news for foreign tourists to Tokyo Disney Resort! Until recently, the Tokyo Disney Resort Reservations website only offered English as an option for reserving hotel stays and buying tickets. Very recently, however, the Oriental Land Company has quietly added support in English for dining and dinner shows! Now a larger number of Guests can …
ParksCenter – Galaxy’s Edge Menu Changes, Measles in Disneyland, and a New “Disney Look” – Ep. 75
Ben
This is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week’s episode, we’re talking about: Disney keeps removing and adding back the themed names for food items in Galaxy’s Edge Updates to the “Disney Look” now allows for necklaces and …
VIDEO: Testing Underway for All-New “Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks” Show at the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
This holiday season, the skies above Magic Kingdom will sparkle to life like never before during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party with the debut of an all-new fireworks show that can be enjoyed across the park! Preparations are already underway for Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks show, which will be hosted by the one-and-only Minnie Mouse! Testing for the new …
PHOTOS: New Limited Release Disney Vacation Club MagicBand Debuts at Walt Disney World
Annie Wilson
There has been no shortage lately of new MagicBands being released at Walt Disney World lately. We’ve seen a lot of fun new open edition bands, such as the Three Caballeros and princesses, but today we spotted a new limited release band at the Magic Kingdom. While browsing Big Top Souvenirs at the Magic Kingdom, …
Trick or Treat with WDWNT’s “Halloween Laugh-In at the Laugh Floor” Meet-Up at the Magic Kingdom on October 29th
Tom Corless
One of the most fun new offerings at this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom is the special overlay of the Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor in Tomorrowland. The fun is rather unpredictable, so join WDWNT staff (whether you are in the park or at home) all night long for WDWNT’s “Halloween Laugh-In …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 10/23/19 (Tomorrowland Updates, Peppermint Mickey Ornaments, Long Lines for Food, and More)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to the Magic Kingdom! It’s a bright, sunny day, but we’re pretending there is a cool Fall breeze in the air to help us get through. Thankfully, the crowds seem to be sleeping in today. One of the benefits to showing up early is no lines to get into the park! Now we just …
PHOTOS: New D-0 Droid Plush and Sipper from “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” Roll Into Disneyland
Staff Writer
With every new Star Wars movie, we seem to find a new droid that we all fall in love with. From R2-D2, to BB-8, to now D-0, the latest droid from “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker”! We caught him rolling into The Star Trader at Disneyland with two new merchandise items! Let’s check them …
TONIGHT: ParksCenter – Galaxy’s Edge Menu Changes, Measles in Disneyland, and a New “Disney Look” – Ep. 75
Ben
Tonight, October 23rd at 9pm Eastern, will be the next edition of WDWNT’s ParksCenter! We’re going to cover the top 7 stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. Want to watch us record the show live? Tune in tonight at 9pm Eastern on WDWNTunes! This week, we’ll be talking …
Bob Iger Defends Marvel Films After Disparaging Comments Made by Martin Scorsese
Joe Hogarty
A few weeks ago, director Martin Scorsese expressed his feelings regarding the success of the Marvel movies, which have dominated theaters in the last few years. Scorsese had said: “That’s not cinema. Honestly, the closest I can think of them, as well made as they are, with actors doing the best they can under the …
PHOTOS: Colorful New Retro Walt Disney World Apparel Now Available
Annie Wilson
It seems like everyone is looking for a good throwback style lately. If you’ve been looking for new and nostalgic collections of merchandise, Disney has been delivering. We’ve had Mousercise apparel inspired by the 80’s, Mickey Mouse Club collection inspired by the 90’s, and more. Another new collection of Walt Disney World apparel has debuted …
Disney+ Now Testing Autoplay Function Within Streaming App
Jessica Figueroa
While we’re still out here twiddling our thumbs till the official launch of Disney+, testing for the streaming service and its app are well underway in the Netherlands. Resources like disneyplusser.nl have been posting on all the latest updates, most notably the addition of the Autoplay function in the latest app update. The latest 1.1.0 update …
Disneyland’s Matterhorn Bobsleds Closed on Weekdays for Refurbishment Until November
Disneyland’s Matterhorn Bobsleds will be closed for a short refurbishment on weekdays until November. The Matterhorn Bobsleds will fully reopen from the refurbishment on Saturday, November 2. According to Disneyland’s website “Please Pardon Our Pixie Dust: Matterhorn Bobsleds will be closed for refurbishment from October 21 to 25 and October 28 to November 1, 2019”. On …
PHOTOS: New Mickey and Minnie “Most Magical Place on Earth” Apparel Arrives at Walt Disney World
Annie Wilson
New apparel featuring Mickey and Minnie has arrived at Walt Disney World. This new collection for “The Most Magical Place on Earth” is available at World of Disney at Disney Springs. It looks pretty light weight and comfortable for cooler Florida weather ahead, so let’s take a look. Mickey and Minnie Hoodie – $49.99 This …
PHOTOS: Construction Walls, Rolling Hedge Barriers Erected Near Imagination Pavilion at EPCOT
Staff Writer
Today, we noticed these construction walls near the Imagination Pavilion, spanning over from The Land Pavilion. It’s hard to tell what exactly the construction walls are trying to cover, as there doesn’t seem to be much activity visible beyond the walls. Next to the construction walls, these water features, which are usually full of, ya …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Authorities Release Images of Stolen Costumes and Props from The Haunted Mansion; Former Walt Disney World Cast Member Facing Several Charges
Jessica Figueroa
On May 17, 2019, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office released a tweet stating that Patrick Spikes, a former Walt Disney World Cast Member, had been arrested on charges of burglary, grand theft, and dealing in stolen property. ARRESTED: Patrick Spikes, 24, sits behind bars and faces charges of burglary, grand theft, and dealing in stolen …
PHOTOS: A Sleigh Load of New Christmas Shirts and Sweaters Slides into EPCOT
Staff Writer
Christmas has arrived early this year, and in EPCOT’s MouseGear, no less! While making our rounds today we discovered a whole sleigh full of new Christmas shirts, sweaters, and pajamas. Chip and Dale “On the Naughty List” T-Shirt – $24.99 Ok if you don’t think this is hilarious… you’re just wrong. “Oh Snap!” Mickey Gingerbread …
CONFIRMED: Star Tours – The Adventures Continue to Receive “The Rise of Skywalker Scene” at Disneyland, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disneyland Paris, and Tokyo Disney Resort on December 20th; New Concept Art Released
Jessica Figueroa
Since the launch of Star Tours – The Adventures Continue, Disney has had a great partnership with Lucasfilm and Industrial Light & Magic to update the attraction with new and exciting destinations. Passengers who board the Starspeeder 1000 never know where in the galaxy their pilot C-3PO and navigator R2-D2 will take them. We recently …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 10/23/19 (Retro Christmas Decor, New Apparel, MaDe Replaces D-Tech on Demand, Tree Trail Prep, and More!)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to another day full of shopping and snacking here at Disney Springs. The sky is gray, so this is the perfect thing to do on a rainy day. Let’s go! We made a stop at the Marketplace Co-Op to check in on the new D-Tech on Demand kiosks. The look of the tablets has …
PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 10/23/19 (Innoventions Plaza Canopy Pieces Return, Dismantled Fountain of Nations, and Lots of Construction Updates)
Staff Writer
Greetings from a very foggy EPCOT park! Let’s head out and see what’s going on today. Earlier this week. we noticed that a few mesh tarp panels above Pin Central were missing. Today, it looks like they are all back up and in place! We also noticed a line of Mickey and Minnie plush earlier this …
Guest With Measles Visited Disneyland While Infectious on October 16th
Matthew Soberman
Public health officials confirmed that a guest with measles visited Disneyland while infectious, according to the Los Angeles Times‘ Jaclyn Cosgrove. The guest, a Los Angeles County resident, visited the park on October 16th. Officials say that the person may have infected others. Anybody who visited the park on that day between 9:15 AM and …
Circle of Flavors: Harambe at Night Dining Experience Returning to Disney’s Animal Kingdom on December 4th; Reservations Now Open
Jessica Figueroa
Disney has just announced that Circle of Flavors: Harambe at Night add-on dining experience at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be returning starting December 4th. Reservations are now open. Read on below to check out the menu and full slate of offerings for the experience! Circle of Flavors: Harambe at Night is a family-friendly progressive dining …
PHOTOS: New Open Edition “The Three Caballeros” MagicBand Sings and Sambas at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
If you’re looking for three happy chappies with snappy serapes, you’ll find them on this new MagicBand! Just in at Walt Disney World is a new, open-edition MagicBand featuring Donald, Jose Carioca, and Panchito Romero Miguel Junipero Francisco Quintero Gonzalez, also known as simply Panchito Pistolas. “The Three Caballeros” are back for their first-ever MagicBand …
PHOTOS: Outdoor Coaster Section Track Supports Installed for TRON Lightcycle Run at the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
Progress on the upcoming TRON Lightcycle Run roller coaster in Tomorrowland is moving along quickly after stalling over the summer months. Now that conditions are favorable for outdoor construction, the site seems to be blooming, with new track supports sprouting up overnight. Since TRON is a semi-enclosed roller coaster, a portion of the ride launch …
PHOTOS: Iconic “Rocketeer Mickey” Signs Removed From Mickey’s Star Traders Entrances at the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
For years, two adorable, three-dimensional signs featuring a “Rocketeer”-style Mickey have flanked each entrance to the Mickey’s Star Traders store in Tomorrowland at the Magic Kingdom. Despite multiple paint jobs in the land and ongoing refurbishment inside the store, these two signs remained untouched… until now. It appears that both signs have been removed and …
Magic Kingdom Testing Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Early Thursday Morning, Guests May Be Impacted by Noise
The Magic Kingdom’s new fireworks show, Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks, will be tested early Thursday morning. According to reports, the fireworks will be tested between 6:15 AM and 6:45 AM and may prove to be noisy to those residing near the Magic Kingdom. Guests staying near the Magic Kingdom may be able to see some …
PHOTOS: The Cove Hotel Parking Lot Nearly Completed, Opening Soon
Staff Writer
The Swan and Dolphin will be adding a new hotel to its arsenal and construction has been underway on the project for a little bit of time now. The Cove Hotel, which will be located right across the street from the Swan, will officially open in 2021 with plenty of offerings from large meeting spaces …
PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 10/22/19 (Guardians of the Galaxy, World Showcase Plush, and More)
Staff Writer
Hello from a soggy and windy EPCOT! Today’s forecast? Buckets and buckets of rain! The sky opened up early in the morning and really let us have it. The little black rain clouds brought cooler temperatures with them, and maybe… just maybe a little taste of fall. What better breakfast for a rainy day than …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Hollywood Studios 10/22/19 (Skyliner Problems, Christmas Decor, New Merchandise, and More)
Staff Writer
Hello to all you Studios Stars! The Disney Skyliner is still facing repercussions from the accident that took place on October 5th. A sign displaying the hours of operation sits out front of all the stations and gets updated daily. It’s unclear if they’ll go back to 6am operation at any point. Next, we headed …
PHOTOS: EPCOT New Arrival Experience Construction Update 10/22/19
Staff Writer
As part of EPCOT’s giant makeover, the front of the park is also getting a facelift. Similarly to Magic Kingdom’s new arrival experience, EPCOT has some temporary pathways and security screenings set up to greet guests. Monorail As guests exit their Monorail train, they are led through the usual platform full of twisting and turning ramps …
Disney Parks Holiday Special to Be Recorded at Walt Disney World November 7th-10th
Matthew Soberman
Segments for this year’s Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade on ABC, and other Disney Parks holiday specials to air on ABC and Disney Channel, will be taped at Walt Disney World from November 7th-10th. In keeping with recent tradition, while musical performances will be recorded at Walt Disney World, the parade itself will be …
PHOTOS: New Mickey Santa and Disney Holiday Snacks Loungefly Backpacks Bring Christmas Cheer to Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
The holiday merch keeps coming, with two new Loungefly backpacks fresh in at MouseGear in EPCOT. Looking for a bag to carry all those holiday snacks in? (Remember, the Festival of the Holidays is just around the corner!) Look no further than the Disney Holiday Snacks backpack. Also, the Santa Mickey backpack that debuted on …
PHOTOS: New 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea and Skyway Sweaters Arrive at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
Before there was a Disney Skyliner, there was the Skyway. Linking Fantasyland to Tomorrowland, this gondola lift attraction transported guests in Disneyland from 1956 to 1994 and here at Walt Disney World from 1971 to 1999. (You may recall that the former Fantasyland station used to reside where the current Tangled-themed bathrooms are now.) And …
PHOTOS: New Action Packed Character Posters Released For “Frozen 2”
Joe Hogarty
Disney has released some brand-new character posters for “Frozen 2”! Check them out below! “Frozen 2” opens on November 22nd! Source: Disney
PHOTOS: New Vintage Mickey and Minnie Mouse Alex and Ani Bracelets Shine at Disney Parks
New Mickey and Minnie Mouse Alex and Ani bracelets have made their way into shops at Disney Parks! Each bracelet features one of the vintage looking-characters as a charm on a silver bracelet. Mickey looks quite nice on this bracelet with his famous red pants standing out on the silver coloring. Minnie’s red dress also …
PHOTOS: Pop Century Resort Airline Check-In Area Expansion Underway
Annie Wilson
With the Disney Skyliner now open, there’s a lot more people looking to stay at the resorts on the line, including Pop Century. The resort’s airline check-in area is currently under refurbishment, but it seems like there has been a lot of progress since our last update. The airline check-in area is expanding, and construction …
PHOTOS: New “Deck the Halls” and Retro “Holiday Cheer” Collections Ring in the Season at Disney Springs
Staff Writer
Deck the Halls with Disney decor, fa la la la la, la la la la! Over at Disney’s Days of Christmas at Disney Springs, they’re always ready for Christmas, no matter what time of the year. Though today it seems like we’re throwing it back a few years with this latest retro looking collection of …
PHOTOS: New Holiday 2019 Pins Arrive At Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
It might not even be Halloween yet, but we are ready to see all of the new Christmas items in the parks! This year’s new Christmas merchandise has been slowly making its way to Walt Disney World Resort. During our time at EPCOT today, we discovered that new holiday pins have started to appear at Pin …
Disney Sells 26 Acres of Land Next to Disney’s Vero Beach Resort
Matthew Soberman
Disney has sold off approximately 26 acres of land next to Disney’s Vero Beach Resort, according to TC Palm‘s Colleen Wixon. DVCNews.com reports that the land was previously earmarked for a resort expansion that was ultimately canceled due to low timeshare sales at the resort. The land that was sold is west of the resort’s …
