VIDEO: Watch The Spooky Boo Parade, Night High Halloween Fireworks, and Festival of Mystique Show from Disney Halloween 2019 at Tokyo Disney Resort
Jessica Figueroa
Tokyo Disney Resort’s spooky “Disney Halloween” event runs from September 10th to October 31st this year, and some of us were lucky enough to be there for the start of the season. If you’re like me and are obsessed with all of Tokyo Disney’s parades and shows, including all of the fun costumes, attention to …
Disney CEO Bob Iger Reveals George Lucas Did Not Like the Direction Disney Took With ‘Star Wars’ Franchise
In his memoir The Ride of a Lifetime: Lessons Learned From 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Company, Bob Iger opened up about the dealings with the creator of “Star Wars” around the time Disney purchased Lucasfilm. When Disney purchased Lucasfilm in 2012, they also purchased the outlines for three new movies. However, …
PHOTO: Sneak Peek at New “Mickey’s Whimsical Paisley” Collection by Vera Bradley Debuting September 26th at Disney Springs and shopDisney
Jessica Figueroa
Disney has just given a sneak peek at the newest Disney + Vera Bradley collection set to debut on Thursday, September 26. The pattern is called Mickey’s Whimsical Paisley and features a motif of large-scale paisley elements intertwined with full-body images of Mickey Mouse, Disney’s iconic theme park castle, Mickey-shaped balloons, and tossed confetti. This …
SHOP: New Spotted Zebra Kids Clothing Collection Featuring Disney, Star Wars, and Marvel Characters Now Available on Amazon
Jessica Figueroa
If you’re looking for comfy Disney-inspired clothes for your kids or toddlers delivered to your door, look no further than Spotted Zebra, an Amazon private fashion brand. Spotted Zebra specializes in easy to wear mix-and-match kid’s clothing that ranges from sizes 2T-XXL and ages 2-14. Spotted Zebra is launching its first Disney collection that incorporates …
PHOTO REPORT: Hollywood Studios 9/24/19 (Mickey’s of Hollywood Update, More Painting in Animation Courtyard, Kyber Crystals, Loth-Cats, and More!)
Staff Writer
Bright Suns! Today we found ourselves at Disney’s Hollywood Studios again, we just can’t get enough of this place! Let’s take a look at what has changed over the past couple of days. Let’s start out in the front of the park. This was the morning of the first day of the Disney Skyliner Cast …
Entertainment Cuts Continue Across Walt Disney World as Dino-Riffic Dance Party at Donald’s Dino-Bash Quietly Cancelled at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
Donald’s Dino-Bash opened over a year ago at DinoLand U.S.A. in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and while it was meant to be a temporary offering, between new plush recently being released and having it escape most mentions of Disney Entertainment cancellations, we assumed the wacky overlay was in the clear. However, recent tweets by Walt Disney …
Dates Announced for the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival 2020; Brand-New Remy Topiary and Ratatouille Garden to Debut
Jessica Figueroa
Save these dates – March 4-June 1, 2020 – because you will want to see and experience every beautiful bloom, whimsical topiary and tasty treat being planned for the 27th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival! The beloved 90-day spring extravaganza at Epcot will sprout in a big way for its 27th year with seasonal …
PHOTOS: Rey and Kylo Ren Highlight The Latest Issue of Star Wars Insider
Joe Hogarty
The latest issue of Star Wars Insiders highlights the stars of “Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker”. Star Wars Insider offers you a choice of two special covers. One is of Rey, which seems to be an image from “The Last Jedi”. But the other cover is of Kylo Ren, from “The Rise Of Skywalker”, …
PHOTO REPORT: Animal Kingdom 9/24/19 (Primeval Whirl, Napping Otters, New “Up! A Great Bird Adventure” Show, and More!)
Staff Writer
Jambo everyone! Today’s photo report comes to you from Disney’s Animal Kingdom. It’s been a hot minute since we did a report from here, so let’s see what’s going on today… As soon as we crossed the bridge into Discovery Island, we ran into Kevin! Kevin pretty much goes and does whatever she wants. (That’s …
PHOTOS: Construction Walls, Fencing Now Up Around Entire Perimeter of Former Wonders of Life and Universe of Energy at Epcot
Jessica Figueroa
As if Epcot didn’t have enough construction walls up as it is, a few more went up overnight, enveloping virtually half of what remains of Future World East––or as it will be known after Epcot’s “neighborhood” concept reimagining, World Discovery. Whereas you could previously walk up to the outer entrance ramps of the old Wonders …
PHOTOS: Tour a Deluxe Studio and One Bedroom Villa from Disney’s Riviera Resort at the Disney Vacation Club Preview Center
Jessica Figueroa
Editor’s Note: We initially toured these room configurations back in June, but in light of today’s media event for Disney’s Riviera Resort, we decided to bring it back to give our readers an in-depth look at these functional and inspired new rooms. I, for one, am a huge fan of all the subtle Disney artwork, …
Disney Parks to Livestream Star-Studded Star Wars Merchandise Reveal This Thursday Ahead of Triple Force Friday; Shopping Events Announced For Disney Springs and Downtown Disney
Jessica Figueroa
Calling all Star Wars fans! This Thursday, Sept. 26, the Disney Parks Blog will stream a special live event as generations of Star Wars talent come together to reveal new products inspired by “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker,” “The Mandalorian” and “Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order” for the very first time. The event will …
VIDEO: Disney Gives Behind The Scenes Look at The Making of the Music for New “Epcot Forever” Nighttime Spectacular
Jessica Figueroa
“Epcot Forever,” an all-new nighttime spectacular that takes guests on a journey through the years and into the future, opens October 1, 2019, as part of the transformation of Epcot. The show will bring World Showcase Lagoon to life with a spark of imagination that quickly grows into an epic spectacle of fireworks, lighting, lasers, …
PHOTOS: Mickey Floral Returns to Tokyo Disneyland Main Entrance
Spencer Lloyd
Tokyo Disneyland is experiencing its own long-term version of Project Stardust, featuring new attractions coming next spring, long-term renovations like the upcoming six month-long Cinderella Castle refurb, and the reconstruction of its main entrance. All of these are in preparation for the New Fantasyland expansion as well as the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Well, another phase …
DREAMFINDERS: Dan Viets on Saving Walt Disney’s First Film Studio
Staff Writer
Dan Viets wants to save Disney history. As president of the non-profit “Thank You Walt Disney,” Dan works to preserve and restore Walt’s first professional headquarters – the Laugh-O-Gram Studios in Kansas City. Currently, the building sits empty and only known by those devotees who seek it out, but, with his organization Dan plans to make …
Disney Announces New Plant-Based Vegan Menu Options and Menu Icon Coming This October to Walt Disney World and Spring 2020 to Disneyland
Jessica Figueroa
Disney has announced that soon, all of its major quick and table service restaurants will be serving up plant-based options at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort – along with a new plant-based menu icon coming to Disney dining. Guests will now be able to choose from hundreds of sweet and savory creations, including …
VIDEO: New Character Voice Greetings Installed at Elevators of Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Jessica Figueroa
If you’ve ever taken a ride on any of the elevators at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, you’ll know that on your ascent or descent, you’re welcomed by the friendly voices of Mickey, Minnie, and even Goofy. It’s a small touch, but a sweet one nevertheless as it adds the quintessential “Disney touch” to any Disney Resort. …
Catherine Powell’s Position Eliminated as All Resort Presidents Will Now Report to Bob Chapek Directly
In a surprising bit of news, Catherine Powell, President of the western region of Disney Parks, has left The Walt Disney Company. Powell was in charge of overseeing Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and Disneyland Paris. Her position has been eliminated, and now the presidents of each of the three resorts will report to Bob Chapek …
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Takeover Coming to ABC, Freeform, Disney Channel, Disney Junior, and ESPN All This Week
Jessica Figueroa
In an event of galactic proportions, the Disney family of television networks (ABC, Freeform, Disney Channel, Disney Junior and ESPN) will offer easter eggs, vacation giveaways and sneak peeks into the newest land to come to both Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort – Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. From morning to night, viewers will …
PHOTOS: New Epcot Experience Center Logo Mural Gets Repainted, Additional Designs Added to The Odyssey Pavilion Facade at Epcot
Staff Writer
Hello again from Epcot! We stopped by today to check up on The Odyssey Pavilion and the progress being made on its exterior. Let’s take a closer look. In our last Odyssey update, we looked at the logo mural being painted on the side of the building near Test Track. You can see what this looked …
REVIEW: The Disney Skyliner Gondola System is a Really Fun and Terribly Frightening New Way to Get Around Walt Disney World
Tom Corless
So, I finally rode on the Disney Skyliner gondola system. After all of the speculation, the worry, the people who told me it would be air-conditioned and that I was wrong, today marked my very first trip aboard Walt Disney World’s “Most Magical Flight on Earth” (as the on-board narration calls it.) We took one ride …
PHOTOS: October Pin Releases for Walt Disney World and Disneyland Feature The Great Movie Ride, Mr. Toad, Fantasia, and The Incredibles
Jessica Figueroa
Disney Pin Collectors and Traders, clutch your wallets tight. Disney has shared a look at this month’s pin releases and it’s an incredible lineup of must-have pins with new Pins of the Month, Galaxy’s Edge pins, and probably our favorite Magic of Honor pin yet. While these are not out on the official Merchandise pages for …
First Latina Jewish Disney Princess Announced as Part of New “Elena of Avalor” Star-Studded Season
Alicia
We just got some brand new details for the upcoming third season of Elena of Avalor, and we are so excited! The new season is premiering on October 7th on Disney Channel and DisneyNow. The new season will begin jam-packed with celebrity guest stars such as Auli’i Cravalho, Sofia Carson, Eugenio Derbez, John Leguizamo, TonyShalhoub, …
Tenaya Stone Spa to Replace Mandara Spa at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa in Disneyland Resort
Jessica Figueroa
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa at the Disneyland Resort, an award-winning hotel that defines grandeur at every turn, is introducing its all-new upscale experience – Tenaya Stone Spa – opening in spring 2020. This spa is set to replace the Mandara Spa, which closed back in July of this year. Inspired by the spirit …
VIDEO: Take a Complete Ride on Every Line of the Disney Skyliner Gondola Transportation System at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
Curious as to what it’s really like board a Disney Skyliner gondola and take a ride around Walt Disney World? We may have gotten official sneak peeks and leaked images so far, but with Cast Member previews open to all today, we got to take a few rides across the every line, from Disney’s Hollywood …
Book Now to Visit the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival and Get a Special Gift
Staff Writer
For more information on travel planning with our exclusive travel agent sponsor, Never Grow Up Vacations, visit nevergrowupvacations.com/contact-us/. Some Disney fans may proclaim this as the most wonderful time of year! Why is that, you may ask? This time of year is the ultimate foodie paradise at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival! Here at …
REVIEW: Specialty Toffee Flight Latte Debuts at New Joffrey’s Coffee Kiosk in Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Skyliner Station
Jessica Figueroa
Before taking flight on the Disney Skyliner, you can recharge with some quality coffee and tea at the newest Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Co. location at Walt Disney World. Just opened at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort’s Skyliner station, this new kiosk offers iced or hot lattes, teas, frozen drinks, and the usual tasty pastries to …
PHOTOS: Disney Skyliner Grand Opening Merchandise (Apparel, MagicBands, Funko Pop) Revealed at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
What’s more exciting than the Disney Skyliner opening this weekend? No, not the recent removal of construction walls at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Not even the recent fan-inspired buttons… but that’s a close guess. What we’re most excited for is the full collection of merchandise! (Because it isn’t a real Disney transportation addition without its own …
Last Chance To Purchase Tickets For “Illuminations: Reflections of Earth” Panel Luncheon with Show’s Creator Don Dorsey and a Live Performance by Composer Gavin Greenaway & Vocalist Kellie Coffey
Jessica Figueroa
A few weeks ago, we announced our VIP Package for WDWNT’s Reflections of Forever event. We’ve since sold out of all of the VIP Packages and individual dessert party tickets, but there are still a few tickets left for our exclusive private panel luncheon that is sure to be a can’t-miss for fans of the …
PHOTO REPORT: Epcot 9/23/19 (Construction Walls, Pumpkin Spice Macaron Ice Cream Sandwiches, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Sign, and More!)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to Epcot, where “Every Person Comes Out Tired” after navigating a labyrinth of construction walls after drinking around the world. We’re going to have to get used to all the changes around here. Let’s start our journey by taking a look at some of the walls around the front of the park. As soon …
VIDEO: A Storm Is Coming In This Latest Trailer For “Frozen 2”
Joe Hogarty
Elsa must search for answers that will lead her to parts unknown and a brand new threat to Arendelle. Watch this brand new trailer for “Frozen 2”! “Frozen 2” opens in U.S. theaters on Nov. 22, 2019. Why was Elsa born with magical powers? The answer is calling her and threatening her kingdom. Together with …
PHOTOS: Construction Walls Down at Disney Skyliner Station in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Ahead of Grand Opening
Jessica Figueroa
Good morning from Disney’s Hollywood Studios! It’s a great day to catch a ride on the Disney Skyliner, especially if you’re a Cast Member, as general previews are now open to all cast. While general park guests still have to wait for the Skyliner’s official grand opening on September 29th, they can at least snag …
WDWNT Weekly Recap: Sleek New Tomorrowland Sign, Even More Entertainment Cuts and Automated PhotoPass Boxes, and the First-Ever Oogie Boogie Bash
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 16-22! Walt Disney World In a video released earlier this week, Disney revealed …
REVIEW: Maple Pecan Bourbon Hot Ganache with Chocolate Bacon from the Ganachery at Disney Springs
Annie Wilson
When we heard the Ganachery at Disney Springs had a new maple pecan bourbon hot ganache, we were all about it. Then, we found out it’s topped with a piece of chocolate-covered bacon, and we nearly fell over. This new alcoholic beverage is part of the new food and drink offerings from the WonderFall Flavors …
Search Party and Helicopter Called After Tourist Under the Influence of LSD Goes Missing In Disneyland Paris
Staff Writer
This weekend, a Swiss tourist under the influence of the hallucinogenic drug LSD was reported missing within Disneyland Paris, according to French news site L’Express. Relief crews were alerted of the 32 year-old’s disappearance by the man’s girlfriend, who had allegedly supplied him the drug at the time of park close. Thirty firefighters and ten …
VIDEO: Watch As Angelina Jolie Is Transformed Into Maleficent For “Maleficent: Mistress Of Evil”
Joe Hogarty
She’s back! And she’s back in black! Watch as Angelina Jolie is turned into “Maleficent: Mistress Of Evil” by some very talented makeup artists! “Maleficent: Mistress of Evil” opens on October 18th. “Maleficent: Mistress of Evil” is a fantasy adventure that picks up several years after “Maleficent,” in which audiences learned of the events that …
PHOTO REPORT: Hollywood Studios 9/22/19 (Appreciation for the Muppets, More Painting in Animation Courtyard, New Pins, and More!)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to another photo report full of glitz and glam, direct from Disney’s Hollywood Studios! The weather is perfect, and we’re ready to go. We found 5 new pins available in the Dark Room. There are 3 Star Wars pins, exclusive to Walt Disney World, and a Kingdom Consoles pin with Duck Tales. There’s also …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 9/22/19 (Tomorrowland, Crowds, and Bears oh my!)
Staff Writer
Good morning from Magic Kingdom! We started off bright and early today to try and get a glimpse of the new Tomorrowland sign since we last checked in on it, this time while it was still illuminated, it was still lit but daylight was setting in quick! Let’s head into the land… Look out Cool …
PHOTO REPORT: Tokyo DisneySea 9/22/19 (Fantasy Springs Update, Prometheus Uncovered, Merch, and More!)
Spencer Lloyd
It’s been a minute since we’ve checked in on Tokyo DisneySea! It’s high time we take a look at the world’s greatest theme park, and see what’s been new in the past couple of weeks, including a special look at the Fantasy Springs expansion! Disney Resort Line & Fantasy Springs Normally, I walk through Ikspiari …
Epcot’s JAMMitors and Matsuriza Reduced to Five Days A Week Starting 9/29
Spencer Lloyd
Walt Disney World is currently experiencing mass entertainment cuts, from the loss of Mariachi Cobre Presents… The Story of Coco, to the beloved Muppet’s Great Moments in History at the Magic Kingdom. Today, we received more sad news, in that two of Epcot’s beloved and long-running entertainment groups, JAMMitors in Future World Matsuriza in Japan, …
