Alaska Airlines Debuts Special-Edition Pixar Pier Themed “Friendship and Beyond at Disneyland Resort” Plane
Jessica Figueroa
Alaska Airlines has revealed its special-edition plane aptly named, “Friendship and Beyond at Disneyland Resort,” a whimsical tribute to Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure Park. Alaska Airlines has been such great friends with the Disneyland Resort for the past 20 years. This is the sixth painted plane from Alaska Airlines that allows our guests …
REVIEW: New Vegan Plant-Based Hot Link Smokehouse Sandwich at Flame Tree Barbecue in Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
In an effort to appeal to a wider variety of tastes and dietary preferences, Walt Disney World recently rolled out a ton of new vegan, plant-based menu items, complete with a cute new leaf icon to help vegan and vegetarian guests easily pinpoint their options. That’s right, the days of obscure vegan menus and having …
Tasting Sampler Returns to Disney’s Animal Kingdom with New Pulled Pork Jelly Donut Slider This Winter; Sampler Cards Go On Sale Tomorrow
Jessica Figueroa
If you’re looking for a great way to experience the flavors of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, then look no further than the Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler! With this digital value card, you’ll be able to enjoy a delectable day of flavorful food and beverage as you taste your way around the park’s carts, kiosks, and, …
Disney Releases Official Statement Regarding Disney Skyliner Accident at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
In the wake of the Disney Skyliner accident and evacuations that took place Saturday night, Disney has released an official statement regarding what happened: “We have a team diligently looking into the cause of the malfunction on the Epcot line of the Disney Skyliner. We have been in contact with the guests, many of whom …
PHOTOS: New Rainbow Pride Merchandise Arrives at Disneyland Resort
Ali
In celebration of “Gay Days” at Disneyland Resort, there are some new merchandise options joining the already stellar options from the Rainbow Pride Disney Collection. Many of these options have been available on the East Coast parks since August, but we now have new options with a Disneyland spin. Merchandise is available at World of …
REVIEW: New Vegan Plant-Based Sicilian-Style Pizza and Not-So-Vegan Cannoli Cake at Pizzafari in Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
In an effort to appeal to a wider variety of tastes and dietary preferences, Walt Disney World recently rolled out a ton of new vegan, plant-based menu items, complete with a cute new leaf icon to help vegan and vegetarian guests easily pinpoint their options. That’s right, the days of obscure vegan menus and having …
SHOP: Citizen Watch Releases “Star Wars” Collection Inspired by Original Trilogy
Staff Writer
As part of the massive merchandise release that was Triple Force Friday, Citizen released a collection of Star Wars watches. The five timepieces pay homage to the original Star Wars trilogy, giving long-running fans of the franchise all the more reason to love these elegant accessories. The five watches are aesthetically inspired by Luke Skywalker, …
Completed Renovations at AMC Dine-In Theater Bring Signature Recliner Seating, Enhanced Menus, and More at Disney Springs
Jessica Figueroa
Originally announced back in January, the renovations at the AMC DINE-IN Disney Springs 24 have finally been completed! The newly-revamped theater now provides visitors at Disney Springs with an enhanced movie-going experience, featuring many of AMC’s guest-favorite amenities like AMC Signature recliners, enhanced menu items, reserved seating, the MacGuffins adult beverage concept and—coming soon—Food & Beverage Mobile …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 10/7/19 (Casey’s Corner Player Returns, Muppets Sign Removed, Tiny Kingdom, and More!)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to another day full of great moments in Disney Parks history, but only the Magic Kingdom parts. We had our hearts ripped out recently with the removal of some of our favorite entertainment offerings around the Magic Kingdom. The Royal Majesty Makers and Muppets Present Great Moments in American History have both been taken …
PHOTOS: New Light-Up Woodsprite Ornament from Pandora Floats into Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Staff Writer
A new Woodsprite ornament has floated into Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World! Retailing for a total of $24.99, this decoration has been spotted at Discovery Island Trading Company and at Windtraders in Pandora – The World of Avatar. The Woodsprite in Na’vi lore are pure and sacred spirits that exist in the form …
REVIEW: Delicious New Vegan Plant-Based Cookies and Cream Chocolate Mousse Arrives at Sunshine Seasons in Epcot
Annie Wilson
Disney has introduced a new icon on menus around the park to indicate plant-based options. Sunshine Seasons at Epcot has a new plant-based dessert on the menu that sounds pretty tempting. The Cookies ‘n’ Cream Chocolate Mousse Cup is calling to me from the menu, so let’s give it a try. The Cookies ‘n’ Cream …
PHOTOS: Guardians of the Galaxy – Cosmic Rewind Roller Coaster Construction Update at Epcot
Staff Writer
Greetings from a very hot day at Epcot! Today, we decided to check in on the Guardians of the Galaxy – Cosmic Rewind construction site. You can read about the last time we checked in on the project here. The first view everyone gets of the site is aboard the Monorail coming from the Transportation …
SHOP: Take a Look at All the Disney Advent Calendars Now On Sale, Including “Frozen 2”, “Star Wars”, Trading Pins, Socks, and More!
Staff Writer
It’s that time of year again! The countdown to Christmas has begun, and advent calendars of all varieties are popping up across stores. Here today we’re bringing you a full roundup of the calendars shopDisney currently has on offer, and you may just find something for everyone in the following selection. They’ve got everything, from …
PHOTOS: Heritage Manor Closes to Become New Art of Disney Location at The American Adventure in Epcot
Jessica Figueroa
With the transformation of Epcot well underway across Future World, there is one offering that is actually making its way across the World Showcase lagoon, and that’s the Art of Disney store currently located near the entrance to the park. Once the Art of Disney closes on December 15th, it will move on to Heritage Manor …
PHOTOS: New Disney Parks Snack Pens Appear at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Spencer Lloyd
From popcorn to Mickey Bars, pretzels to Dole Whips, Disney Parks have some pretty iconic food items. Unsurprisingly, a lot of these items are then made into merchandise to enhance Guests’ special memories! Today, our reporters spotted four new food-themed pens featuring the Disney friends and iconic park foods! These sure made me hungry for a …
PHOTOS: New “Frozen 2” Olaf Loungefly Mini Backpack Flurries Into Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Spencer Lloyd
The Frozen 2 merchandise hype is very prominent at Disney Parks worldwide! There’s loads of new merch coming both to the domestic parks and those abroad! And now, we’ve received special word that an adorable Olaf Loungefly Mini Backpack has made its way to Once Upon a Time at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Let’s check it …
PHOTOS: Rotating Dial Mechanism Installed for Swing-Arm Bridge Connecting Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and The Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
One of the top construction projects we keep getting questions on is that of the long-awaited walkway linking Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and the Magic Kingdom. While construction at the site has been slow (the bridge arrived quickly, but has laid staged for weeks now), new developments, like the rotating dial mechanism for …
PHOTOS: Special “Frozen 2” Merchandise & Food Coming to Tokyo Disney Resort on October 18th
Spencer Lloyd
Frozen fever is returning to the world as we ramp up for the release of Frozen II! Just the other day, we saw a whole slew of merchandise released at World of Disney at Walt Disney World, and now a separate line is coming to the Tokyo Disney Resort next week, along with a special …
LISTEN: Ride Rehab’s Spooky Spectacular Halloween Podcast
Staff Writer
On this Halloween episode of the Ride Rehab Podcast here on WDWNT, Tyler and Thomas re-imagine spooky attractions like Haunted Mansion or Tower Of Terror, come up with their own Sleepy Hollow and Gravity Falls areas, and read some listener suggestions for spooky overlays at the Parks! Ride Rehab is the monthly podcast of ridiculously …
WDWNT Weekly Recap: Skyliner Accident and Evacuation, A Farewell to “IllumiNations” as “Epcot Forever” Debuts, and Much 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 September 30 – October 6! Walt Disney World This weekend, an accident occured on …
PHOTOS: New Rules for Strollers Aboard Disneyland Tram Transportation Lines Effective October 7th
Alicia
Before we decided to eat our in weight in rainbow-themed treats in Disneyland today, we were alerted to new stroller rules coming to the resort. Starting October 7th, 2019, guests now have to have their strollers folded prior to boarding the Mickey & Friends tram, and the Pixar Pals Tram. Of course, strollers are required to …
REVIEW: New Rainbow Bread Pudding at Pacific Wharf Cafe in Disney California Adventure
Ali
Disneyland Resort is celebrating Gay Days with a variety of limited time rainbow pride offerings from October 4-6th. Pacific Wharf Cafe has a rainbow bread pudding that is Instagram worthy on the outside, but falls flat on the inside. Rainbow Bread Pudding – $5.39 On the outside it is perfect. The birthday cake colored bread …
REVIEW: New Rainbow Cake and Hoppy Pride Pilsner at Disneyland Resort
Ali
In celebration of Gay Days, Disneyland Resort has rolled out several rainbow pride themed food and drinks. A few are available resort-wide at several locations, and all are photo worthy. Rainbow Cake – $5.79 This is as fun as at looks. While not the best piece of cake we’ve had, it was still a good …
REVIEW: New Limited-Time Rainbow Crispy Treat at Disneyland Resort
Staff Writer
Disneyland shines bright this weekend as the limited-time rainbow treats radiate through the resort. If you’re a rice crispy lover, the new rainbow crispy is a must try. This colorful sugar-coated treat was the perfect snack for anyone with a sweet tooth. This delectable treat can be found at Disneyland park in the Candy Palace, …
REVIEW: Fantastic Mimosa Flight at Lamplight Lounge at Disney California Adventure
Ali
Great news for brunch lovers, day drinkers, and those who just love mimosas; Lamplight Lounge is running a brunch special all weekend in celebration of Gay Days from October 4-6. In honor of the gay weekend brunch, mimosa flights will be available all day. Hooray! Mimosa Flight – $25.00 At first glance, $25 seems a …
REVIEW: New Limited-Time Rainbow Macarons Dazzle at Disneyland Resort
Staff Writer
Love comes in every color at Disneyland Resort, and so do the limited-time macarons! This weekend, you can go try the 6 unique flavors of these new rainbow treats. This sweet delectable can be found at Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure Park, and Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & and Spa. At Disneyland, you can stop …
REVIEW: New Rainbow Specialty Drink at Paradise Pier Hotel in Disneyland Resort
Ali
In honor of Gay Days, Disneyland Resort has a variety of rainbow pride themed food and drinks for the weekend. Paradise Pier Hotel also got into the spirit with a Rainbow Specialty Drink. This drink is available at PCH Grill, Surfside Lounge and The Sand Bar. We opted for The Sand Bar, because who doesn’t …
REVIEW: New Limited-Time Rainbow Cookie Shines at Disneyland Resort
Staff Writer
If you’re looking to find the end of a rainbow, this cookie will bring you there! The new limited-time rainbow cookie at Disneyland Resort brings color and sweetness to guests around the park. This treat is a sugar cookie with striped rainbow frosting and an edible Mickey stamp. This cookie can be found in both …
REVIEW: New Fabulous Freeze Drink with Rainbow Glow Cube at Hollywood Lounge in Disney California Adventure
Ali
Disneyland Resort is celebrating Gay Days from October 4-6 with limited time rainbow pride inspired food and drinks. The Hollywood Lounge in Disney California Adventure has a frozen rum runner drink that includes a light up rainbow glow cube that we spotted back in Walt Disney World. Fabulous Freeze – $19.00 Generally the idea of …
REVIEW: New Rainbow Funnel Cake Fries at Award Wieners in Disney California Adventure
Ali
From October 4-6 Disneyland Resort is helping celebrate Gay Days with a variety of rainbow pride inspired merchandise and food. Swing by Award Wieners for these limited edition funnel cake fries with a fun rainbow twist. Rainbow Funnel Cake Fries – $8.99 We didn’t love the Halloween funnel cake fries offering as it was far …
REVIEW: New Rainbow Rock Shake at Schmoozies at Disney California Adventure
Ali
From October 4-6 Disneyland Resort is helping celebrate Gay Days with a variety of rainbow pride inspired merchandise and food. Schmoozies at Disney California Adventure got in the spirit with a “Rainbow Rock Shake”. Rainbow Rock Shake – $7.49 We are always excited when Schmoozies rolls out a new shake. The Halloween mint shake is …
PHOTOS: Aerial Images Show Earth Globe from “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” Currently Being Dismantled Backstage at Epcot
Jessica Figueroa
Just six days after the final showing of IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth, aerial images from Twitter user @bioreconstruct have shown the remains of the former Earth Globe, which is currently being dismantled backstage at Epcot. Aerial look at demolition of the signature globe of Illuminations Reflections of Earth. 6 days after the final show. pic.twitter.com/5lsnTKQO8z …
PHOTOS: New Halloween Art Available at the WonderGround Gallery in Downtown Disney District
Staff Writer
If you have never checked out the WonderGround Gallery at Downtown Disney in the Disneyland Resort, now you have even more reason to drop in, as the gallery now has new Halloween art! Some of the new prints and postcards. Jeff Granito is selling postcards, stickers, pins, prints, tees, pillowcases, and LED canvases. These pillows …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 10/6/19 (Gideon Greetings, Storybook Circus, Jack the Sipper, and More!)
Staff Writer
Good afternoon from Magic Kingdom! We decided to take a last-minute visit today to the park. Let’s see what’s going on… Here on Main Street we ran into Gideon, one of the Pinocchio villains. He is part of the random assortment of wandering characters on Main Street. Each day of the week is a different …
PHOTOS: Even More New Disney Vacation Club Merchandise Arrives at Walt Disney World Resorts
Staff Writer
Calling all Disney Vacation Club Members! Showcase your DVC Member status in style with the latest Disney Vacation Club merchandise available at resort stores around Walt Disney World. Many of the new items feature logos from all Disney Vacation Club resorts, perfect to match with your Disney Vacation Club Member Loungefly Mini Backpack ($69.99). Take …
PHOTO REPORT: Epcot 10/6/19 (Long Lines, Huge Crowds, a French Rat, and More!)
Staff Writer
Good morning from Epcot for another very hot and busy Food & Wine Festival day! Let’s start off at the front of the park. When we arrived, Spaceship Earth was experiencing a delayed opening. The JAMMin’ Chefs were at it bright and early today! Over at the Seas with Nemo & Friends, the wave splash …
PHOTOS: Latest Update on Tram Loop Construction at Epcot
Staff Writer
Epcot has never looked so “under construction” since the initial build of the park. Both inside and outside, Epcot is changing. Work continues on the exciting new entrance to enhance the overall arrival experience for guests. As we stated in our last update, be prepared to participate in bag check twice if you are traveling …
UPDATE: Disney Skyliner Gondola System to Remain Closed at Walt Disney World for Undetermined Period Following Accident
Jessica Figueroa
In the wake of last night’s gondola accident and subsequent guest evacuations, it appears that the Disney Skyliner gondola system will remain closed until further notice. Cast Members are informing guests at the gate to Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort that the transportation system is currently down for the day, but that there is the bus …
PHOTOS: Disney Skyliner Epcot Line Resumes Motion Facilitating Faster Evacuation Procedure
Jessica Figueroa
An accident on the Disney Skyliner tonight has led to multiple gondola pile-ups at the Riviera Resort station, as well as a full stop of various affected Skyliner lines. Not a fun experience on the new skyliner. @WaltDisneyWorld @WESH pic.twitter.com/fwuXjlN9wg — Ada (@Ada58974405) October 6, 2019 Guests are currently being evacuated either via cherry pickers …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Evacuation Process Underway Following Disney Skyliner Accident
Jessica Figueroa
An accident has occurred aboard the Disney Skyliner transportation system at the Riviera Resort Station. Currently, evacuations are underway across all affected Skyliner lines. #disneyskyliner #rescue pic.twitter.com/wQfVLcXJyv — GoodeDisneyDays (@GoodeDays) October 6, 2019 As you can see in the video above, each gondola must be evacuated individually. The person they evacuated was put in an …
