PHOTOS: New “Disney Park Essentials” Loungefly Backpack Now Available at the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
Loungefly has a pretty dedicated following among Disneybounders and park fans alike, with a number of fun, themed character design bags. Just in at Uptown Jewelers in the Magic Kingdom is this new Loungefly backpack which features all of your Disney Park essentials. Let’s take a closer look! “Disney Park Essentials” Loungefly Backpack – $75.00 …
Resort Guide Confirms Park to Park Bus Transportation Will Remain After Disney Skyliner System Opens at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
There’s no denying that the addition of the Disney Skyliner will help revolutionize Disney Transport in a very big way once it opens at the end of the month on September 29th. However, many guests have been wary of the addition, wondering if it will lead to cutbacks in other transportation services offered by Disney across …
Walt Disney World Introduces New Florida Resident Seasonal Flex Ticket Option Through February 2020
Jessica Figueroa
Florida Residents can enjoy some flexibility with their visit when they purchase a new special ticket offer: the Florida Resident Seasonal Flex Ticket at Walt Disney World. Florida Residents can purchase tickets available for use most days through February 29, 2020 (see blockout dates below) at the following rates: 3-Day Ticket – $249 plus tax …
PHOTO REPORT: Walt Disney Studios Park 9/5/19 (Construction, Crowds, Marvel, and More!)
Welcome to Walt Disney Studios Park! Let’s take a look around the park! It was a perfect day to visit the park, even if it was a little bit on the chilly side! Cars Quatre Roues Rallye is behind walls for refurbishment and was taking up a bit of the walkway between Crush’s Coaster and …
ParksCenter – 2019 Food and Wine Festival, and New Parade Characters – Ep. 69
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: We talk about this year’s International Food and Wine Festival – what’s new, what’s good, and what to avoid! Disney leaked via a casting call …
TONIGHT: ParksCenter – 2019 Food and Wine Festival, and New Parade Characters – Ep. 69
Ben
Tonight, September 4th 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 EDT on WDWNTunes! This week, we’ll be talking about: …
PHOTOS: New “The Lion King” Bus Wrap Featuring Simba and Zazu Joins Disney Transportation Fleet at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
Everybody look left! Everybody look right! Everywhere you look, there’s… a new bus wrap! (Zazu: “NOT YET!”) Just this weekend, we were dazzled by the arrival of two new buses to the Disney Transport fleet, featuring Dumbo, as well as Rocket and Groot from Guardians of the Galaxy. Now, we’ve been graced with a new …
Asian Street Eats by Chef Hung Huynh Coming to Downtown Disney District This Holiday Season
Jessica Figueroa
Get ready to get your taste buds tingling for new eats and treats coming to the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort!Coming this holiday season is Asian Street Eats by Chef Hung Huynh, a new concept from Earl Enterprises, the same restaurant group that brings you Earl of Sandwich and other popular eateries. This …
Crowds Remain Low Despite Lifting of Annual Passholder Blockout Dates Across Disneyland Resort
Despite Disneyland opening one of the most anticipated lands in modern history, crowds at Disneyland have remained below average. Even months after opening, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge has failed to drive the needle at Disneyland for reasons that seem to baffle management. As of today, September 4, all Disneyland Passholders can enter both Disneyland Park …
PHOTOS: Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Debuts New Logo with Latest Resort Merchandise Collection at Wilderness Lodge Mercantile
Jessica Figueroa
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is hands-down one of my favorite resorts, between its cozy interior, rich natural decor accents, and of course, the amazing Campfire Cupcake, among others. We decided to take shelter there ahead of Hurricane Dorian to check out all of the special offerings: Shaker wants to know why he isn’t on the totem …
Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort in South Carolina Closed Ahead of Hurricane Dorian
Jessica Figueroa
Central Florida and Walt Disney World Resort might have been spared from Hurricane Dorian, but it appears Disney Vacation Club’s sleepy outpost in South Carolina is now hunkering down for the storm and closing ahead of any potential damage or further landfall. Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort is located on the picturesque coast of South …
PHOTOS: New Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge D-Tech On Demand Phone Cases Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
Just because you’re “off-planet” doesn’t mean you can’t get an out-of-this-world phone case for your data pad, or smartphone. Now at The Darkroom in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you can get your very own Black Spire Outpost phone cases already printed and through D-Tech On Demand. Represent Droid Depot, First Order Cargo, Rise of the Resistance, …
PHOTOS: Disney’s Riviera Resort and Skyliner Station – Construction Update 9/4/19
Staff Writer
We’re getting closer and closer to the December opening of Disney’s Riviera Resort, the new Disney Vacation Club location in Walt Disney World. Let’s see how things have progressed since our last update. Disney Skyliner – Riviera Resort Station Let’s start with the Riviera Resort’s Skyliner station, as it will be (technically) the first thing …
REVIEW: Perkins Thai Noodles Get an Upgrade with Steak and Shrimp at Skipper Canteen in the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
We’re back at Jungle Navigation Co. LTD Skipper Canteen mainly because we can’t help ourselves, but also because there’s just so much good stuff on offer these days. While everything on the menu here is arguably good, recent additions like the Pao de Queijo cheese bread bites and longstanding favorites like the Sustainable Fish, Orinoco …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 9/3/19 (Hurricane Dorian Prep, New Spaceship Earth Ornaments, and More!)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to a busy afternoon at Disney Springs. Due to the hurricane, the parks were closing earlier than usual for safety, so it seems like everyone has gone to Disney Springs instead. We looked at all the prep for Hurricane Dorian at the Magic Kingdom, so now let’s take a little look at all the …
PHOTOS: New “Princess and the Frog” and “The Little Mermaid” Pandora Charms Debut at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
Whether you’re goin’ down the bayou or up to the sandy surface to be part of their world, Pandora Jewelry’s recent charm releases have something to appeal to every princess or storybook heroine. Just in at Uptown Jewelers in the Magic Kingdom are various sets of charms themed to “The Princess and the Frog” and …
PHOTOS: New Winnie The Pooh Wishables Plush Collection Arrives at Disney Parks and shopDisney
Jessica Figueroa
Oh, bother. You know what day it is, right? It’s Wishables Wednesday, and we’re here at the Emporium on Main Street U.S.A. to check out what’s just blown in from the Hundred Acre Wood. That’s right, the latest Wishables Wednesday release features none other than Winnie The Pooh characters, starting with this tiny Tigger plush. …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 9/3/19 (Final Hurricane Dorian Prep, Early Park Closing, and More!)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to a crazy day here at the Magic Kingdom. We were prepared for the worst from Hurricane Dorian, but we’re very thankful things were pretty nice for most of the day. Due to the impending hurricane, the Magic Kingdom closed at 3 PM today. Touchpoints around the entrance have been wrapped with plastic. Bright …
Orlando International Airport To Resume Operations Today at Noon Following Hurricane Dorian
Jessica Figueroa
After a wave of sudden closures due to the impending arrival of Hurricane Dorian to the Florida east coast, it appears that the Orlando International Airport has decided to resume commercial operations today, September 4th, 2019, at noon. Hurricane #Dorian Statement – 9/4/19 Morning Orlando International Airport resumes commercial operations today at noon. The latest …
PHOTOS: New Pathway Reveals Belle’s Village and Other Expansion Areas at Tokyo Disneyland
Spencer Lloyd
It was only a couple of weeks ago at D23 that we saw a model of the new Tokyo Disneyland expansion coming next year. Now, a new pathway that even goes through parts of Belle’s village has been opened! Let’s explore what we can see now, open to Guests! This is the path that has …
PHOTOS: Construction Continues on Epcot Entrance Enhancements (New Concrete Poured, Lamp Post Placement, and More!)
Staff Writer
Big changes are happening at the front of Epcot. Inside the park, as well out just outside the gates, work is underway to improve the overall entrance experience for guests. Let’s see what’s changed since our last update. Currently, no matter from which direction you enter the park, you’re confronted with construction fences. You’ll notice …
PHOTOS: New Disney Vacation Club Merchandise Arrives at DVC Resorts Across Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
Attention all Disney Vacation Club Members! A new line of merchandise has arrived on property featuring your favorite jet-setter, Mickey Mouse! Flaunt your membership with an all-new set of mugs, luggage and luggage accessories, and even a decal! We found the collection at Wilderness Lodge Mercantile in Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. Check out every piece of …
The Walt Disney Company and Disney Cruise Line to Donate Over $1 Million Toward Relief Efforts in The Bahamas After Hurricane Dorian
Jessica Figueroa
Despite recently coming under fire for not evacuating its Crew from Castaway Cay, Disney Cruise Line has made a statement that it will be giving back to its home port of call in The Bahamas by pledging $1 million to help aid relief efforts there in the wake of Hurricane Dorian. This comes as a …
VIDEO: Final Preparations and an Early Park Closure at the Magic Kingdom Ahead of Hurricane Dorian
Jessica Figueroa
Greetings from the Magic Kingdom! Watch as the Most Magical Place on Earth hunkered down today ahead of Hurricane Dorian. While the main effects of the hurricane felt in the area were merely wind and occasional rain, it appears the caretakers of the Kingdom took no chances, securing all if not most signage and fixtures. …
Get Your FREE Second Annual PDF Guide to the 2019 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival from WDWNT
Staff Writer
WDWNT is pleased to present our second annual guide to the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. Celebrating its 25th year, the festival offers hundreds of treats at over 35 locations throughout Epcot during the 87 days of the festival. Plus, there are seminars, concerts and dozens of other activities all themed around learning, tasting …
Walt Disney World Park Hours Released for September 4th; Morning Extra Magic Hours Cancelled Due To Hurricane Dorian
Jessica Figueroa
Today, park hours at Walt Disney World were shortened across the resort to accommodate for the incoming effects of Hurricane Dorian to the east coast of Florida, with bands of storm-like activity affecting the Orlando area. It appears that tomorrow, parks will open and close as normal, with the exception of morning Extra Magic Hours, …
PHOTOS: Automated PhotoPass Cameras Now In Use at Star Wars Launch Bay Meet and Greets in Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
Welcome to Star Wars Launch Bay in the aftermath of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Kylo Ren is off marching through Batuu and Darth Vader has taken back his rightful place inside his original meet and greet location. Back in March, we reported that automated PhotoPass cameras were being introduced at select …
PHOTOS: New Sith Trooper Merchandise Marches Into Disneyland Resort
Staff Writer
Are you tempted by the Dark Side of the Force? If not, you might be now that new Sith Trooper merchandise has made its way to the Disneyland Resort. We don’t know much about these Sith Troopers set to debut in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, other than they are the next evolution in …
Hurricane Dorian Nears Florida as Category 2 Storm, Forecasters Urge Residents to Stay Prepared Until Storm Fully Passes
Jessica Figueroa
After remaining stagnant over the Bahamas for over a day, Hurricane Dorian is finally inching its way over to Florida and while we are now out of the cone, the National Weather Service continues to warn residents about the increased potential for storm hazards, with tropical storm force winds hitting most of South and Central …
BREAKING: Walt Disney World Revises Park Hours; Extended Hours Announced for Epcot and Disney Springs Today Due To Minimal Hurricane Dorian Impact
Jessica Figueroa
As we announced yesterday, many of the Walt Disney World parks are operating under shortened hours today, with the Magic Kingdom open only until 3:00 PM and Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom closing even earlier at 2:00 PM. Walt Disney World issued these schedule changes in an interest of caution for their guests and …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 9/2/19 (More Hurricane Prep, New Merchandise, Low Wait Times, and More!)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to another beautiful and windy day here at the Magic Kingdom. There’s tons of hurricane prep taking place ahead of Hurricane Dorian, and the park is very quiet. This is a great day to be here. It’s so empty, but something is missing… It appears Tinker Bell’s wire has been removed from Cinderella Castle …
PHOTOS: New “Recipe For a Figment” Food & Wine Festival 2019 Merchandise Served Up at Epcot
Spencer Lloyd
As the annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival continues, we continue to see new merchandise released! Last week, we showed you everything on sale at the time, but now there’s a few more items that just dropped at Mouse Gear! This time, it’s all themed around Chef Figment, with some adorable designs! Let’s take …
New Scene Inspired by “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” Confirmed for Star Tours at Disneyland Paris; Also Coming to Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
It’s been recently confirmed that a new scene inspired by “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” will be added to Star Tours – L’Aventure Continue at Disneyland Paris for the start of the Legends of the Force season, which starts on January 11th and runs through March 15th. https://twitter.com/ED92live/status/1168598717538209793?s=20 It’s been two years since Star …
PHOTOS: New “Chip ‘n’ Dale’s Playground” at Disney Ambassador Hotel at Tokyo Disney Resort
Spencer Lloyd
There’s a lot happening right now at Tokyo Disney Resort! Just over a month ago, we opened Soaring: Fantastic Flight at Tokyo DisneySea! A couple of weeks ago, both parks had their plans for “Disney Christmas” unveiled as well! And on my last trip through the Disney Ambassador Hotel, I spotted something I’d not seen …
PHOTOS: New Classic Disney Character MagicBands Now Available at D-Tech On Demand in the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
D-Tech on Demand kiosks are the gift that keeps on giving lately, with all-new Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster MagicBands, Disney Skyliner phone cases, and now classic Disney character MagicBands so you can rep your favorites. There’s Goofy, Donald, Daisy, Chip ‘n’ Dale, Pluto, Minnie, and of course, Mickey! There are two designs for each character, …
PHOTOS: New Disney Parks Castle Wooden Mechanical Model Set by UGears Now Available at the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
It’s been a minute since we brought you guys any new UGears sets from the parks, but all that’s about to change with this new Disney Parks mechanical model of a castle. (They want to sell it on both coasts, so it isn’t particular to Cinderella or Sleeping Beauty Castle, but I digress.) In case …
PHOTOS: New Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster 20th Anniversary Custom MagicBands Available at D-Tech On Demand in the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
Catching these new Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster MagicBands at the Magic Kingdom earlier today was definitely a sweet emotion. While the attraction’s 20th Anniversary came and went without much a do besides some merchandise, we’re happy to see that there’s even more merch on the horizon, and you won’t even need any backstage passes to …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Preparations Continue at the Magic Kingdom Ahead of Hurricane Dorian
Annie Wilson
We’re back at the Magic Kingdom today to check in on more Hurricane Dorian preparations around the park. On our last visit, we spotted some of the initial hurricane prep, and even more has been tied down and removed around the park since then. Do keep in mind that if you are planning on visiting …
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom Continuing As Scheduled Tonight; IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth Cancelled, and More Entertainment Updates Ahead of Hurricane Dorian
Jessica Figueroa
Many readers have been asking us about tonight’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom, as well as other entertainment offerings tonight, given the impending arrival of Hurricane Dorian to the Florida eastern coastline. In today’s recent announcement about early closures across Walt Disney World, Entertainment offerings for tonight, September 2nd, 2019 have also been …
BREAKING: Walt Disney World Parks To Close Early on Tuesday, September 3rd Ahead of Hurricane Dorian; After Hours at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Cancelled
Jessica Figueroa
Walt Disney World has adjusted hours for Tuesday, September 3rd ahead of Hurricane Dorian. Operational hours adjustments for Tuesday, September 3 are as follows: Magic Kingdom: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. (Extra Magic Hours 7-8 a.m.) Epcot: 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Disney’s Hollywood Studios: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (Extra Magic Hours 6-9 a.m.) Disney’s Animal Kingdom: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. …
