Spooky New Halloween Offerings (Worms Mac and Cheese, Pumpkin Spice Cookie Dough Taco) Coming to Food Truck Park at Disney Springs
Jessica Figueroa
Halloween is only a little over a week away and Disney Springs is celebrating with frightful eats at three of their Food Trucks, located in Food Truck Park. From October 25-31, 2019, you can find a few not-so-spooky goodies to indulge in.Springs Street Tacos Food TruckDig into Chicken Adobo Nachos featuring blue corn tortilla chips with …
Verizon to Offer One Free Year of Disney+ to Wireless and Home Internet Customers
Verizon has announced that new and existing Verizon Wireless unlimited customers as well as new Fios and 5G home internet customers will be offered one free year of Disney+. This is a huge coup for Disney in the competitive streaming landscape as it will net them millions of early subscribers to try their service with …
PHOTOS: New “The Incredibles” Logo and Edna Mode Loungefly Backpacks Bring Superhero Style to Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
No capes, darling. Only Loungefly backpacks. Just in at Disney’s Hollywood Studios are these two new Edna Mode and “The Incredibles” logo backpacks, themed to the fearless fashion designer and superhero family extraordinaire. Let’s take a closer look at these two new designs. Edna Mode Loungefly Backpack – $80.00 Want to judge people’s fashion choices …
PHOTOS: New Pixar Movie (Up, Monsters, Inc., Toy Story, Wall-E) Alex and Ani Bracelets Arrive at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
Hold on to your wallets, as five beautiful new Disney Parks Collection Alex and Ani bangle bracelets have hit Walt Disney World. Inspired by some of the most iconic Pixar movies, these bangles are the perfect addition to the ever-growing collection of Alex and Ani bracelets available in the parks. UP! Bracelet This first bangle …
REVIEW: New “Flavors of South Florida” from Amorette’s Patisserie Brings Boba Topped Avocado Key Lime Mousse to Disney Springs
Annie Wilson
Amorette’s Patisserie is a frequent stop for us while we’re visiting Disney Springs, even if we’re just passing through and admiring the beautiful pastries in the case. We spotted a brand new dessert titled “Flavors of South Florida” in the case and it looked just as interesting as it sounded. This layered dessert combines avocado …
Disney+ May Not Work on Chromebooks and Some Android Devices Due to Access Control Technologies
According to early testing in the Netherlands, Disney+ may not work on a number of popular consumer devices. Much like other streaming services, Disney is using DRM, or Digital Rights Management, to help prevent piracy, but is using a much more strict version. Disney is using a DRM service provided by Google called Widevine, which …
PHOTOS: Magic Kingdom New Arrival Experience Construction Update 10/22/19
Staff Writer
As the Magic Kingdom park prepares for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary, the entrance is seeing a whole new makeover, aimed at enhancing the guest arrival experience. Each mode of transportation has a new temporary path marked by construction walls and a temporary railing to lead guests to the MagicBand touchpoints. Monorail As guests exit either …
PHOTOS: München Mickey Mouse Joins New World Showcase Plush Collection at EPCOT
Prost! There’s a new World Showcase Mickey Mouse Plush at Epcot and he is decked out in his traditional German best. Joining the München Minnie Mouse spotted a few days ago, this plush is a perfect souvenir for guests visiting Epcot. Let’s take a look! Mickey Mouse is rocking traditional Bavarian garb complete with lederhosen …
PHOTOS: New Directional Signage Installed Onto Future World Construction Walls at EPCOT
Jessica Figueroa
As more and more construction walls (themed or otherwise) seem to sprout throughout Future World at EPCOT, it’s becoming increasingly hard for guests and EPCOT fans alike to find their way throughout the park. To help alleviate this, new directional signs have been installed onto the construction walls surrounding the former area that comprised Fountain …
PHOTOS: New Open Edition “The Incredibles” Edna Mode and Jack-Jack MagicBand Arrives at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
Auntie Edna and Jack-Jack from “The Incredibles” are having a great evening in, complete with Cookie Num Nums and superhero mischief! That’s right, the latest open edition MagicBand addition features the fashion designer and baby extraordinaire. We spotted the all-black band thanks to the new packaging. The band features one side full of Cookie Num …
CookieAnn, A Disney Friend of Duffy, Coming to Aulani and Shanghai Disney Resort; Receiving New Look at Hong Kong Disneyland
Jessica Figueroa
Earlier this week, we brought you news that CookieAnn, Duffy’s inventive, food-loving friend, would be heading on over to Tokyo DisneySea as a new addition to the Duffy and Friends line. Now it appears that CookieAnn will soon be expanding her delicious recipes and adventurous spirit, as she is set to debut at Aulani and Shanghai …
Cast Members Now Allowed Necklaces and Longer Beards with Updated “Disney Look” Appearance Standards at Parks and Resorts
Jessica Figueroa
Since the very start of the company, Disney has upheld very strict appearance standards for its staff, known as cast members, regardless of what position they held. This came to be known as the “Disney Look”, which upheld that all cast members should have a “friendly, classic appearance” devoid of any extreme styles. In fact, …
Marvel News Mash-Up (Fantastic Four, Scorsese, Infinity Saga, SideShow)
Joe Hogarty
Marvel News Mash-Up Matthew Vaughn Shows Interest In Directing “Fantastic Four” One of Hollywood’s best superhero film directors is interested in directing “Fantastic Four” when it makes its inevitable way to the MCU lineup. From ComicBook.com: “Yeah I’ve always loved the idea of doing Fantastic Four as it was originally written,” Vaughn told us. “I …
DREAMFINDERS: Jim Zub on Writing for Figment
Staff Writer
Comic book writer Jim Zub had tackled all sorts of stories. From sword and sandal epics to fun web comics, he’d created tons of worlds for people to enjoy, but then he had to use his imagination for something all about imagination. As writer of the Figment comic books series, Jim fleshed out a world theme …
EDITORIAL: The Long-Lasting Legacy of The Adventurers Club
Jessica Figueroa
Editor’s Note: During WDWNT’s Stage 89 event celebrating the 30th anniversary of Disney’s Hollywood Studios this year, we had the pleasure of meeting Rain Blanken, the “frying pan-wielding” content editor at WDW Magazine. She had the brilliant idea of pitching an Adventurers Club piece after getting to meet some of the original cast during our …
VIDEO: Watch The Final Trailer For “Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker”; Tickets Now On Sale!; New Posters!
Joe Hogarty
Watch the final trailer for “Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker” as The Star Wars Saga comes to an end! Tickets are now on sale for “Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker”! The film opens in theaters everywhere on December 20th! Ad check out the official poster for “Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker”! And …
PHOTOS: New Holiday Park Icon Starbucks Ceramic Tumbler Debuts at Disneyland; Coming Soon to Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
It’s mugtopia today! First came the new Disneyland and Disney California Adventure ceramic tumblers, and upon closer inspection at Market House in Disneyland, we found these new Disney Parks holiday mugs! The mugs feature a Christmas tree design, but if you look very closely, you can spot different park icons across the ornaments. In fact, …
PHOTOS: New Starbucks Park Icon Ceramic Tumbler Mugs Debut at Disneyland Resort
Jessica Figueroa
It’s been nearly a year since the last Starbucks Ceramic Tumblers were released at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure, with only the “Been There” series mugs released this April to tide us over till the next collection. Well, the new mugs are here and they’re beautiful. Take a look! Disney California Adventure Starbucks Travel Tumbler …
PHOTOS: Sleeping Beauty Castle Receives More Snow-Topped Turrets Ahead of Holiday Season at Disneyland
Matthew Soberman
As spooky as Halloween time can be, perhaps the scariest thing of all is that once it’s over, the holiday blitz begins. And ahead of “the most wonderful time of the year,” even more turrets are covered with snow at Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle. Just a few days after we first reported that “snow” was …
PHOTOS: Mickey and Minnie’s Houses From Mickey’s Toontown Featured in New Reversible Ornaments at Disneyland
Matthew Soberman
If you’re a fan of bringing Disney Parks magic to your Christmas tree, there are two new ornaments that will bring Mickey’s Toontown to your holiday celebration. We found these ornaments at Castle Holiday Shoppe in Fantasyland. Mickey and Minnie’s houses are now featured in reversible ornaments, capturing the cartoonish architecture of the land. The …
Open Casting Call Announced For Disneyphile Family to Appear in New Disney Quiz Show Airing on Disney+
Joe Hogarty
If you and memebers of your family are huge Disney fans, this casting call might be right up your alley! A new quiz show for Disney+ is now holding casting calls. They are looking for families of four, siblings, cousins, spouses, and modern families who love Disney. They are looking for real Disney fanatics that …
PHOTOS: New Buzz Lightyear, Dumbo, and Small World Spinning Pens Twirl Into Disneyland Resort
Staff Writer
Put a new spin on your stationary with these new Spinning Pens, now available at Pooh Corner located in Disneyland’s Critter Country. We spotted these fun new writing instruments representing the popular Disney characters, Dumbo and Buzz Lightyear. Also available is a pen celebrating the classic Disneyland attraction, “it’s a small world.” Featuring the iconic …
Child Attacked by Anteater During Disney Cruise Line Offshore Excursion; Family Now Seeking Damages
According to ClickOrlando, a child was reportedly attacked by an anteater during a Disney Cruise Line offshore excursion in October 2018. After returning from the excursion, which took place in Cartagena, Colombia, the boy and his family visited the medical facility aboard the Disney Wonder. The child suffered a “a severe mycobacteria infection,” and his …
Disney Manager Arrested on Suspicion of Possessing Child Pornography
According to a report by WESH, Brett Kinney, a manager at Disney, has been arrested on suspicion of possessing child pornography. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office, the county of which Kinney resides, stated that the man was arrested last week at his home in Lake Alfred. Kinney confessed to deputies after he had been taken …
PHOTOS: D-Tech on Demand Becomes “MaDe” with New Phone, MagicBand, and Magnet Personalization Stations Debuting at Disney Springs
Jessica Figueroa
Greetings from Disney Springs! We’re at D-Tech On Demand at the Marketplace Co-Op to check out the latest new upgraded Personalization Stations, now featuring “MaDe” branding as part of the upgrades. The stations now feature larger screens as opposed to those seen, for example, at the Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. in the Magic Kingdom. …
PHOTOS: New Silver Pipe Accents, Space Murals Boarded Up as Remodeling Continues at Mickey’s Star Traders in the Magic Kingdom
We come to you today with construction updates from Mickey’s Star Traders in the Magic Kingdom. Construction walls have since switched sides of the store, forcing the entrance of the store to switch as well. Let’s take a look at all of the latest updates in this beloved Tomorrowland store. The space murals have since …
PHOTOS: New Queen Minnie and Queen’s Guard Mickey Plush March into World Showcase at EPCOT
Jessica Figueroa
God save the queen! Actually, someone save my wallet, because once I’m through collecting all of these World Showcase plush, I’m going to be in royal trouble. Just in at the UK Pavilion in EPCOT’s World Showcase are these two new Mickey and Minnie figures, with Minnie as none other than the Queen of England …
PHOTOS: Planter Erected for New Liberty Square Market Seating Area at the Magic Kingdom
Staff Writer
From just walking around Liberty Square, you would have no idea what was going on behind this scrim. For now, this area is just being used as Stroller Parking, but after some sleuthing around the area, I found just the thing I was looking for. Peering down from up above Columbia Harbor House, the first …
PHOTOS: New Open Edition Grumpy MagicBand Spotted at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Spencer Lloyd
We just keep spotting so many new MagicBands at Walt Disney World! Last week, we saw Moana, Disney Princess, and a limited edition Maleficent themed MagicBand, among others. Now, we’ve spotted a wonderful tribute to the meanest of the Seven Dwarfs, Grumpy himself! That’s right, there’s now a Grumpy MagicBand, for when you just want to …
PHOTOS: Mickey Mouse Returns to the Top of Silly Symphony Swings at Disney California Adventure
Mickey Mouse has returned to his rightful place on top of the Silly Symphony Swings at Disney California Adventure. Themed to the short film “The Band Concert”, the Silly Symphony Swings has been missing its famous conductor for a while now, so it is good to see Mickey Mouse back. You can see that Mickey …
PHOTOS: New Holiday Candy Cane, Ugly Sweater Spirit Jerseys and Snowman Themed Merchandise Arrive at Walt Disney World
Spencer Lloyd
The holidays are nearly upon us! And as we get closer to our Christmas parties being very merry and our processionals being candlelit, merchandise for the season continues to be revealed! Today, our reporters spotted some awesome new holiday merchandise at MouseGear, including some neat Spirit Jerseys, a cup, and a t-shirt! So, let’s take a look at …
PHOTOS: New Walt Disney & Mickey Mouse “Partners Statue” Magic Kingdom OtterBox Phone Case Released
Tom Corless
We know how important it is to bring your phone along to the parks to capture all those magical memories. We also know how important it is to protect your phone as well. Well, you can save your phone and keep it magical with this brand new OtterBox phone case that we found at Disney’s …
PHOTOS: New Redesigned Disney VHS Tape Notebooks Feature Vinyl Covers; Available Now at Disney Parks
Disney has redesigned the fan-favorite VHS notebooks and introduced new designs inspired by your favorite movies of the late ’90s and early 2000’s. Spotted at Elias & Co. in Disney California Adventure, these new notebooks are much larger than the previous style and look more realistic. They retail for $19.99 each and should be available …
PHOTOS: Star Wars Themed Names Returning to Menu Items at Docking Bay 7 Food & Cargo in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
In what quickly became one of the most controversial Disney menu changes in recent history, last week we reported that the names of the menu items at Docking Bay 7 Food & Cargo (located in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge) had been changed to remove any original Star Wars-theming. Since its opening, the menu at the land’s …
SHOP: ‘Olu the Sea Turtle, A Friend of Duffy from Aulani Resort Swims Into shopDisney
Jessica Figueroa
While CookieAnn is the Friend of Duffy everyone’s talking about overseas now that she’s heading to Tokyo DisneySea, we have some rare Duffy friend news of our own here in the US. A small collection of ‘Olu merchandise has made it onto shopDisney! I can’t remember the last time any Duffy and Friends merch made …
PHOTOS: New Marquee Signs Spotted at the Entrance to Disney’s Riviera Resort
Annie Wilson
While driving past the entrance to the new Disney’s Riviera Resort, we managed to get a glimpse at some of the new signage as it gets closer to completion. Back in August, the gold “RR” marquee caught our attention, shining from the roof of the new resort. Now we can see parts of the entrance, …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 10/21/2019 (Mysterious Tomorrowland Work, New Princess Phone Cases, Pluto Sighting, and More!)
Staff Writer
It’s a stormy morning heading into the Magic Kingdom, but the cold *ahem*, I mean the RAIN never bothered me anyway! So let’s head in bright and early to see what magic we can catch in the making. First stop, The Emporium, where we stumbled upon the last detail you need to complete your Pixar Luxo …
PHOTOS: Adorable Decor and Merchandise Revealed for Duffy’s Heartwarming Days, Now Featuring CookieAnn at Tokyo DisneySea
Spencer Lloyd
Duffy the Disney Bear is a huge deal at Tokyo Disney Resort! And often, special mini-events dedicated to Duffy and his friends are held within Cape Cod at Tokyo DisneySea to celebrate them! This winter, we’ll see one last year of Duffy’s Heartwarming Days! Let’s take a look at the decorations and items coming January …
WDWNT Weekly Recap: “Star Wars” Names Removed from Menu Items, Former Hollywood Studios Bridge Getting Demolished, Minnie Ear Price Increases, and No Walt Disney World Railroad Through 2020
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 October 14-20! Walt Disney World The beautiful race finisher medals have been revealed for …
CookieAnn, A Friend of Duffy, Coming to Tokyo DisneySea on December 26th
Spencer Lloyd
It wasn’t too long ago that we revealed that the Hong Kong Disneyland native Cookie, introduced last summer, would have her name changed to CookieAnn. Now, it appears CookieAnn will be making her way to Tokyo DisneySea starting December 26th! She is the first Duffy friend not created for Tokyo DisneySea to join the Duffy …
