PHOTOS: New Limited Release Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Commemorative Annual Passholder Exclusive MagicBand Arrives at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
Sure, Disneyland had a lot of cool merch when Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opened over on the West Coast, but since then, we’ve gotten our own collection of “Landing 2019” merchandise, and we have something they’ll never have: MagicBands. We got a look at one of the Limited Edition ones earlier, but here’s the Passholder …
New Dates Announced For Disney After Hours Events at Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
Disney After Hours events are such a hit among Disney fans that we wanted to share the latest news with you: new dates have just been announced for both Magic Kingdom Park and Disney’s Animal Kingdom!In case you aren’t familiar with Disney After Hours events, these evening events are your opportunity to experience the magic …
PHOTOS: Mickey and Minnie’s Costumes Revealed for “Disney’s Halloween” at Tokyo Disney Resort
Spencer Lloyd
Halloween may have started at Walt Disney World, but we’re still a few weeks away here at Tokyo Disney Resort. We’ve previously shared the exciting plans for this year’s “Disney Halloween” events at both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea. Now, the Oriental Land Company has shared the beautiful new costumes coming to both parks! Tokyo …
PHOTO REPORT: Disneyland Park 8/19/19 (Tomorrowland Refurbishment, Disney Parks Designer Minnie Ears, and More!)
Staff Writer
The time has come! Annual Passholder blockout dates are being lifted and the Disneyland Resort is feeling more crowded than it has so far this summer. If you’re someone who hasn’t had a chance to visit all summer, here’s what’s happening at Disneyland Park, including updates on the Tomorrowland refurbishment and the newest Disney Parks …
D23 Expo 2019: Lucasfilm Announces Their “Star Wars” Panels For The D23 Expo And Much More!
Joe Hogarty
Star Wars will make its prescence felt at this years D23 Expo in a big way! There will be various panels and pavillions that will provide content for all of the current and upcoming Star Wars movies, TV shows, Galaxy’s Edge information and merchandise coming to a galaxy near you and not to far away! …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Chip and Dale Greet Guests as Marvel’s Thor and Loki at Disney California Adventure
Staff Writer
Disney is celebrating 80 years of Marvel with a range of special offerings at Disney California Adventure. And one of the best special offerings is Mickey and friends Disneybounding as some of our favorite Marvel superheroes. We really enjoyed meeting Mickey and Minnie, Donald and Daisy, and Pluto and Goofy. And today we were finally …
Former Disney Accountant Alleges Parks and Resorts Division Fraudulently Overstated Revenue for Many Years
Matthew Soberman
A former accountant for The Walt Disney Company is alleging that employees of Disney Parks and Resorts had “materially overstated” revenue, in a series of filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Comission. The accountant, Sandra Kuba, has revealed to MarketWatch’s Francine McKenna that employees in Disney Parks and Resorts’ business division systematically reported inflated …
REVIEW: Cruella’s Hide-A-Way in Tony’s Town Square Restaurant Should Remain Hidden at Magic Kingdom’s “Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party”
Tom Corless
Tony’s Town Square Restaurant at the Magic Kingdom and I have a strange relationship. In my early years of visiting, my family would regularly go to Tony’s. It was a different time, where most table service restaurants in the park weren’t very good, but neither were the counter service options. It was a landscape filled …
Former Grand Floridian Society Orchestra Bandleader Pat Doyle Has Passed Away
Matthew Soberman
Pat Doyle, the former bandleader and drummer of The Grand Floridian Society Orchestra, has passed away, according to the band’s Facebook page. Doyle passed away on Sunday, August 18th. Doyle was a musician who worked at the Walt Disney World Resort since its opening day on October 1st, 1971. Doyle played with the Orchestra until …
Disney Parks Designer Collection Minnie Ear Headbands by Loungefly Releasing on September 6th
Jessica Figueroa
Disney has announced that the long-awaited Minnie Mouse ear headband designed by Loungefly and inspired by beloved and classic Disney Parks attractions, characters and food, will be released at the Walt Disney World Resort, the Disneyland Resort, and online on shopDisney.com on September 6th! We previously only had a release date of “Fall 2019”, so …
“Toy Story 4” Becomes Disney’s Fifth Movie This Year To Make Over $1 Billion At The Box Office
Joe Hogarty
Disney reached an auspicious milestone this week and became the first movie studio to ever have five movies released in one year to each make over $1 billion at the worldwide box office. With “Toy Story 4” being the latest movie to cross the billion dollar mark, Disney has accumulated nearly $8 billion at the …
Disney Vacation Club Members Staying at Grand Villas Now Entitled to Purchase Additional FastPass+ Reservations
Matthew Soberman
Three-bedroom Grand Villas are some of the most luxurious (and expensive) rooms on Walt Disney World property. And now, Disney Vacation Club members staying in those Grand Villas have a new level of luxury: the ability to purchase additional FastPass+ reservations beyond the allotted three in advance per guest, according to DVCNews.com‘s Tim Krasniewski. Guests …
Back to the Future LIVE! – The Haunted Mansion 50th Anniversary Airs 8/20 at 8PM, Studio Tickets Still Available
Tom Corless
It’s time to go back! Board your Doombuggy and look alive at 8pm ET on August 20th at WDWNTunes.com or on YouTube, as WDWNT presents the complete history of possibly the greatest theme park attraction of all-time, The Haunted Mansion! This multimedia experience will include rare imagery, thoughtful insights, and more as we celebrate 50 …
SHOP: Disney and Igloo Team Up to Release New Mickey and Minnie Themed Playmate Coolers
Staff Writer
The product licensing team-ups keep rolling on in celebration of Mickey’s 90th anniversary. Our latest team-up is between Disney and Igloo, who have just released a new line of Mickey and Minnie Playmate coolers. Take your stylin’ new Playmate cooler stocked full of drinks to a Disney park near you to keep cool. Just remember …
PHOTOS: New Disney Dogs and Cats D-Tech Phone Cases Spotted at the Magic Kingdom
Matthew Soberman
Look what the cats (and dogs) dragged in… new phone cases in new packaging! We spotted (no pun intended) these cases unleashed at the Frontier Trading Post at the Magic Kingdom. Favorite canines and felines from across Disney and Pixar’s animated catalog (pun slightly intended) can be found on this case, including Marie, the Cheshire …
WATCH: Celebrate National Rollercoaster Day By Riding Every Coaster at Walt Disney World with “The Parkhopper Diaries”, A New Weekly Vlog
Staff Writer
We at WDWNT are excited to announce a new show on our Youtube channel family – The Parkhopper Diaries! Join reporter and Disney diehard Kristyne Marie Gooden as she makes her way around Disney World by car, monorail, Skyliner, or bus to show you what’s new and fun around Bay Lake and beyond. In her …
PHOTOS: New “The Little Mermaid” Skincare Collection by H2O+ Coming to Disney Parks
Jessica Figueroa
Disney is introducing a brand-new skincare line featuring The Little Mermaid to celebrate the iconic animated film’s 30th anniversary! The collection takes the form of a 3-Step Hydration System which includes the Little Mermaid Elements Keep It Fresh Cleanser, Oasis Hydrating Beauty Essence, and Oasis Hydrating Treatment. H20+ Little Mermaid Elements Keep It Fresh Cleanser The …
Disney+ Reveals Special D23 Exclusive “Founders Circle” Offer; Receives Launch Dates, Pricing and Device Support For Foreign Markets
Joe Hogarty
There is a lot of Disney+ news coming out today that provides information on device support, international market support and a very special offer for D23 attendees. At this year’s D23 Expo, those attending will be able to subscribe to Disney+ at a discounted rate through their “Founders Circle” offer. This offer will require a …
PHOTOS: New Oasis Canteen Beverage Kiosk Structure Revealed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
After checking out Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge during Passholder previews yesterday, we decided to take a walk around Disney’s Hollywood Studios for any changes given the never-ending construction around the park in preparation for the land’s grand opening to the general public. Over by Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular, walls were down by the upcoming …
CONCEPT ART: First Look at Immersive Guest Transport System for the Star Wars Hotel at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Tom Corless
Since being announced right here on WDWNT.com (and Disney confirming it a few months later), there has been a lot of discussion among Disney fans trying to figure out just how Disney will transport guests from the upcoming Star Wars Hotel to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The immersive hotel experience (with …
PHOTOS: New Hocus Pocus Dooney & Bourke Tote Runs Amuck at Uptown Jewelers in the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
If you were looking for a Dooney to match your Hocus Pocus dress from The Dress Shop, Dooney & Bourke has collaborated with Disney to bring us this massive tote bag engulfed in flames. After all, you’re going to need a lot of space to fit your Book of Spells, your broomstick, and a couple …
REVIEW: Restaurantosaurus Gourmet Burgers and Build Your Own Sundaes Brings Relaxed Family Friendly Fast Casual Dining to Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Annie Wilson
Restaurantosaurus at Animal Kingdom has added a new “fast casual” dining experience for dinner, known as “Restaurantosaurus Burgers and Sundaes”. One side of the restaurant will be quick service, and the other side will be reservations-only. This new dining option allows guests to make reservations ahead of time for a table in a separate section …
REVIEW: New Sparkling Mango & Citrus Tapioca Tea at Tomorrowland Terrace in Tokyo Disneyland
Spencer Lloyd
Tokyo Disney Resort is famous for introducing new food and drink offerings pretty often. Usually these come with new events and promotions, or restaurant refurbishments. But about three weeks ago, a new drink popped up on the Tomorrowland Terrace menu unannounced! For those not in the know, Japan is going through a bit of a …
WDWNT Weekly Recap: Halloween Has Arrived, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Previews, and New Reflections Resort Concept Art
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 August 12-18! Walt Disney World Overnight closures have been scheduled for the Osceola Parkway …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 8/18/19 (Cookie Dough Food Truck, Forky Plush, New Treats, and More!)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to another beautiful day here at Disney Springs! We needed a sugar rush to start the day, so we made our way over to the food trucks on the West Side. A new truck offering super sweet desserts can be found next to the Spring Street Tacos and Mac ‘n Cheese trucks. The new …
SHOP: 2020 Disney World Calendar by Matthew Cooper with 10% Discount!
Staff Writer
If you’ve ever loved some of the beautiful Disney landscape photos we’ve showcased here at WDWNT, then we have a special surprise (and discount) for you! Many of these are the work of photographer Matthew Cooper and he’s opened pre-orders for his 2020 Disney World calendar. But this news is even better for WDWNT fans as …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 8/18/19 (More Halloween Decorations, Minnie Milk Shake, Pathway Updates, and More!)
Annie Wilson
The first Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party has arrived and the Magic Kingdom has been getting ready for it! The decorations really get us into the spirit of Halloween. Even more Halloween decor has gone up around the Magic Kingdom. Wreaths, banners, pumpkins and more can be found all around you as soon as …
PHOTOS: Disney Pins Previewed for D23 Mickey’s of Glendale and Disney Employee Center
Annie Wilson
While at the Fairy Tails pin event at Epcot, we were overwhelmed with all the pins previewed for the rest of the year. Not only did we get a chance to see the pins for Walt Disney World and Disneyland, but there were also previews for the upcoming D23 releases and the Disney Employee Center. …
PHOTOS: Sleeping Beauty 60th Anniversary Disney Parks Signature Puzzle Awakens at Disneyland
Jessica Figueroa
Celebrate the 60th anniversary of Sleeping Beauty with this gorgeous new Disney Parks Signature Puzzle, now available at Disneyland. Although at 1,000 pieces, you might find yourself dozing off. The front of the puzzle features the iconic awakening kiss from the animated feature film, painted in smooth, muted tones. I can already tell that cape …
SHOP: Disney Backstage Collection is a Subscription Box for Disney History Buffs
Staff Writer
Subscription boxes have been available from shopDisney for months now, providing fans of Disney princesses monthly surprise crates full of goods. Now, shopDisney is adding a new subscription box to the lineup that will appeal to the biggest fans of Disney history and heritage. Introducing the Disney Backstage Collection, a monthly retro keepsake canister with …
REVIEW: Seasonal Peach Cobbler Shake at Smokejumpers Grill at Disney California Adventure
Ali
More fruit based seasonal treats have arrived at Disneyland Resort. This time we are headed to Smokejumpers Grill for the peach cobbler shake. Peach Cobbler Shake – $6.49 Grab yourself a spoon and a hold on for the ride. This “shake” will not be able to be consumed via your eco friendly straw as those …
PHOTOS: New Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Exclusive Youth and Adult Spirit Jersey Released
Annie Wilson
The new Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique location at the Grand Floridian opened recently and brought with it a ton of cute new exclusive merchandise, including ears and a MagicBand. Well, we decided to stop by and visit the Fairy Godmothers-in-Training today, and we were delighted to see a new piece of merchandise: a brand new Spirit …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney California Adventure 8/18/19 (Crowds, Mickey Missing From Silly Symphony Swings, and More!)
Staff Writer
The summer crowds are here! It took a couple of months, but Disneyland Resort is finally feeling the impact of higher crowds. We decided to take an afternoon stroll through Disney California Adventure and we found new updates to share. Keep reading to see what the Park is looking like these days. Disney California Adventure …
PHOTOS: D-Tech Camera Strap Featuring Scenes From Pixar and Classic Animated Films Debuts at Disney Parks
Staff Writer
If you’re someone who still enjoys taking photos at Disney Parks with a traditional camera (smartphones who?), then you’re going to love this new item we found at Disney California Adventure. A D-Tech Camera Strap featuring scenes from Pixar and classic animated films is now available. It’s the perfect accessory that’s both functional and cute. …
PHOTOS: New Disney and Pixar Passholders Featuring Dumbo, Stitch, Rainbow Unicorn, and More Available at Disneyland Resort
Staff Writer
It looks like the Disney Parks in the States are finally taking a page out of Tokyo Disney Resort’s book. On our recent visit to Disneyland Resort, we found Disney and Pixar Characters Cardholder Lanyards in Emporium and Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff. Now guests, especially Annual Passholders, can display their tickets in style. Disney and …
REVIEW: Peanut Butter Chocolate Goofy Cupcake from Beach Club Marketplace
Annie Wilson
There are countless Mickey and Minnie themed snacks around Walt Disney World. We’ve seen plenty of mouse ears on cupcakes, but today, we spotted a different pair of ears. The Goofy Cupcake at Beach Club Marketplace is absolutely adorable, and we couldn’t leave without having one! It’s nice to see some love for our old …
REVIEW: Orange Creamsicle Minnie Ears Tart Sparkles at the Beach Club Marketplace
Annie Wilson
While hanging out at the Beach Club today, we decided we needed a little snack break. We weren’t quite hungry enough to take on a Beaches and Cream sundae, so we decided to check out the offerings inside the Beach Club Marketplace. A refrigerated grab-n-go case offering a variety of sweet treats caught our eyes …
PHOTOS: Exclusive Passholder Preview and “Landing 2019” Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Merchandise Arrives at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Spencer Lloyd
Rising moons, Travelers! Today was the first Annual Passholder preview for the Walt Disney World’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! And there’s several new types of merchandise available for sale at Stage One Company Store and Once Upon a Time to commemorate the passholder preview and the landing of Batuu! Millennium Falcon Light-up Lanyard – $15.96 …
REVIEW: White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Shake at Red Rose Taverne in Disneyland Park
Ali
Seasonal food as been all the rage here at Disneyland Park and the Red Rose Taverne now has a seasonal white chocolate raspberry cheesecake shake. White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Shake – $7.49 If we didn’t know this was white chocolate base, we wouldn’t have guessed. It could have just as well been vanilla. While the …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 8/17/19 (Halloween Merchandise, New Pins, Cakes at Amorette’s Patisserie, and More!)
Annie Wilson
We just can’t get enough Halloween merchandise here at Walt Disney World. We decided to head over to Disney Springs and see what new merchandise and snacks we could find today. We were surprised to find the Haunted Mansion 50th anniversary SHAG merchandise available at the Co-Op. The Harveys bag and camp shirt were both …
