New Counter Service Location Coming to Planet Hollywood Observatory Called “Chicken Guy”
In what seems like an unholy marriage between Guy Fieri and Poultry Palace, a new counter service location is coming to Disney Springs called “Chicken Guy”. Located at Planet Hollywood Observatory, Chicken Guy will serve up what we can only assume will be chicken related entrees. Planet Hollywood Founder Robert Earl and self-proclaimed “chef” Guy …
Disney has Filed a Patent for a “Magic Surface” that can Become Transparent when Triggered
What if there was a surface that looked like a wall, but when triggered, would become transparent and reveal objects behind it? Well, a recent patent published by Disney seems to show that they have created such a technology. The best way to describe it is that this technology is it’s like a self-darkening window …
PHOTOS: World of Disney at Disney Springs Receives Updated Signage
Staff Writer
World of Disney at Disney Springs is currently under refurbishment. Half of the store is expected to be revealed within the coming weeks, and the other half will under start refurbishment soon. Disneyland just revealed their interior, giving us an idea of how the new look will work with Disney Springs. New signage was placed …
PHOTOS: Nighttime Preview of Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Disney has shared a sneak peek of Toy Story Land at night with all of the neat lighting effects ahead of its opening on June 30th. Here you can see the lighting on Slinky Dog Dash. Disney says the land, and Alien Swirling Saucers, had unique music made for it. You can watch the full …
VIDEO: First Look at New Incredibles Float Joining Paint the Night Parade This Weekend at Disney California Adventure
Jason Diffendal
The Disney Parks Blog has just revealed a look behind the scenes at the creation of the new Incredibles float set to debut at in the Paint the Night Parade at Disney California Adventure on June 23rd, when Pixar Pier celebrates its grand opening. Watch the video for the full …
EDITORIAL: Disney Cruise Line’s Star Wars Day at Sea – Cosplay! Cupcakes! Cantina music!
Jessica Figueroa
Last September, my brother mentioned wanting to go “all out” on a Star Wars-themed Halloween. Next thing I knew, he’d build a full replica backdrop of the Death Star. Costumes? “Film accurate”, he insisted. A casual seamstress, I set out to create my very own Jakku Rey outfit. A few months later, we were all …
REVIEW: Kona Cafe Favorites and a Warm Aloha to New Entrees at Polynesian Village
Staff Writer
Kona Cafe is a table service restaurant at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. The restaurant is located on the 2nd floor near the monorail platform in the gigantic open-air lobby. Kona Cafe is known for their fantastic breakfast (Tonga Toast, anyone?) and their great sushi and sushi bar located just off the restaurant. We stopped in …
PHOTOS: New Unicorn-Inspired Iridescent Minnie Ears Coming to Disney Parks
Staff Writer
Continuing the trend of ridiculous Minnie Ears, a new pair of “Unicorn-inspired” Iridescent Minnie Ears are coming to Disney Parks this Summer. They feature a structured bow at the front that shines with shades of blue, pink, and purple as you move to different angles, and a soft pink velvet lining for comfort. Check them …
Disneyland Paris Annual Passholders Invited for Special Screening of The Incredibles 2
Staff Writer
Disneyland Paris Annual Passholders received an e-mail that stated they are invited for a special screening of The Incredibles 2 before the French premiere (July 4) of the film. On Sunday July 1, there are three screenings of the film in the Discoveryland Theatre that will soon host Mickey’s PhilharMagic. The screenings are at 11 …
BREAKING: Fox Has Accepted an Improved Bid from Disney, Dealing a Blow to Comcast
21st Century Fox has agreed to an improved offer from The Walt Disney Co. worth $38 a share, up from $28 a share which was agreed upon in December. This valuation is a $3 premium over Comcast’s $35 a share all-cash offer that they made just last week. The new offer from Disney is valued at …
PHOTOS: World of Disney at Downtown Disney Anaheim Reopens with New Design
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World of Disney over at Downtown Disney in Anaheim opened today the first phase of refurbishment with a brand new redesign featuring a more industrial look and feel. This new design is very reminiscent of the design style at Disney Springs in Florida if you’ve had a chance to visit. Below we have photos showing …
Jennifer Lee Named Chief Creative Officer of Walt Disney Animation, Pete Docter To Lead Pixar Animation Studios
Both of Disney’s animation studios are getting new Chief Creative Officers with the announcement of Jennifer Lee taking over at Walt Disney Animation and Pete Docter at Pixar Animation Studios. Pete Docter is stepping up at Pixar where he was the director of Up! and Inside Out. Docter has 30 years in the movie industry and started at Pixar …
“Celebrate! Tokyo Disneyland” Nighttime Spectacular Debuts at Tokyo Disneyland on July 10th
Staff Writer
Beginning July 10th, “Celebrate! Tokyo Disneyland” will light up Cinderella Castle at Tokyo Disneyland Park in celebration of the 35th Anniversary of Tokyo Disney Resort. The new nighttime spectacular will take guests through a journey of the different themed lands of Tokyo Disneyland and will feature special effects such as fountains, lasers, flamethrowers, and fireworks. …
SHOP NOW: Mulan 20th Anniversary Merchandise Released on shopDisney
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the animated classic Mulan, Disney has released new merchandise on shopDisney. This neat “Mulan 20th Anniversary Storybook Figure” by Jim Shore features Mulan and her father, Fa Zhou, joined by Mushu and Khan in the background. The storybook figure retails for $64.95. There is also the obligatory Magic Band, retailing …
REVIEW: Guardians Awesome Mix Live Rockets-In Awesome Snacks to Fife & Drum Tavern at Epcot
Staff Writer
Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live! started this past week at Epcot. The electric show brings classic songs from the Guardians of the Galaxy movies to life through a life band and a stellar performance including Star Lord and Gamora. You can check out a video of the entire show here. In addition …
Sneak Peak at Duffy The Disney Bear’s New Friend Arriving in Aulani Soon
Staff Writer
Last month we told you about hints of a new friend for Duffy The Disney Bear in Hong Kong Disneyland. Now Aulani has announced that the new friend will be making their first appearance at the Disney resort and spa in Hawai’i. Along with this we have a sneak peak at just what type of …
Lamplight Lounge Menu Revealed, Opening June 23rd at Disney California Adventure
Staff Writer
Disney has posted the full menu online for the Lamplight Lounge opening soon at Disney California Adventure in the re-imagined Pixar Pier area. Prices range from $15.00 to $34.99 per adult and Annual Passholder discounts will apply. The lunch and dinner menus are identical as well. Now, lets take a look at what delicious offerings …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disney Previews Toy Story Land As Finishing Touches are Applied
Staff Writer
The Disney Parks Blog has released a video showing Imagineering putting the final touches on the upcoming Toy Story Land opening in two weeks at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. In the video below, Imagineers Ryan Wineinger, Shannon Mashchak and Alexis Cummins share just how many disciplines within Walt Disney Imagineering – such as Show, Project Management …
REVIEW: New Churro Ice Cream Sandwich Rides Into Sleepy Hollow Refreshments at Magic Kingdom
Staff Writer
Sleepy Hollow refreshments is a quick service location in Liberty Square at the Magic Kingdom. This location is famous for funnel cakes and waffle sandwiches, we love the spicy chicken one! Recently the menu here has gotten a few changes. Gone are the days of a cookie ice cream sandwich, but say hello to the …
PHOTOS: Purple Wall, Bubblegum Wall, and Other Favorite Walls Now Available as D-Tech Phone Cases
Staff Writer
Today we discovered brand new phone cases at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. These are in the D-Tech On-Demand station inside of The Dark Room on Hollywood Boulevard. New designs include favorite ‘Disney Walls’, including Magic Kingdom’s Purple Wall and Epcot’s Bubblegum Wall. Take a look! Topher Wallace
2019 Walt Disney World Vacation Packages Go on Sale Today
Staff Writer
Today is the day! Walt Disney World vacation packages for 2019 are now available to book! From Toy Story Land to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, 2019 is shaping up to be one of the biggest years Walt Disney World has ever seen. With so many new additions, there’s never been a better time to have …
Tickets for Halloween Party Disneyland Paris Now on Sale
Staff Writer
Disneyland Paris recently started selling tickets for their nighttime event Disney’s Halloween Party. During this event on October 31, 2018, guests can fully enjoy the entertainment offerings that the Halloween season brings to Disneyland Paris, including some special entertainment. Since Europe is not really into Halloween, Disneyland Paris is one of not so many places …
Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff Will Not Open with Pixar Pier, Sneak Peek at Treats
Staff Writer
With all the anticipated things opening next week at Disney California Adventure and Pixar Pier, there are bound to be a few things that won’t be done in time. The Disney Parks Blog has confirmed that Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff will be opening later this summer at Pixar Pier. Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff will be …
PHOTO REPORT: Disneyland Resort 6/18/18 (Lamplight Lounge, Pixar Pier, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Etc.)
Staff Writer
Welcome back to another WDWNT Photo Report from the Disneyland Resort. We do our best to keep you up-to-date with all the happenings each week, so you can have a bit of magic with you wherever you are joining us from. This week, since we are only over a week away from the opening of …
Get Bus Times Directly On Your Phone with the Newly Redesigned My Disney Experience App for iOS and Android
Staff Writer
Disney has released an update for the My Disney Experience app for iOS and Android and this updated includes a new redesign and a featured we confirmed would be coming to the app back in April. Guests with valid hotel reservations can now see Bus Wait Times directly on their phone and find out when …
Disneyland’s $299 Pixar Pier “Sneak Peek” is a Test for a Dynamic Pricing Model at the Theme Parks
On Friday, Disney is offering guests a chance to experience Pixar Pier a day before it opens to the public. The catch? Admission is $299 to spend six hours in the land. The Pixar Pier special event allows guests to experience the attractions, sample food from the land, and shop in the many stores, all …
PHOTOS: New ‘Four Parks’ Jewelry Sets Arrive at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
Earlier this year Walt Disney World started to released new merchandise with icons from each of the four parks on it. The design has a compass at the center and is pretty darn cool. There’s been numerous pieces added to the line over the last few months, the latest addition being these really amazing jewelry …
PHOTOS: Mulan, Jessica Rabbit, and Disney Park Food MagicBands Released
Staff Writer
Three new MagicBands have been released today across Walt Disney World property including Mulan, Jessica Rabbit from the film Who Framed Roger Rabbit?, and a fun Disney Parks treats which includes the infamous Dole Whip. Mulan MagicBand 2 – $22.99 Jessica Rabbit MagicBand 2 – $27.99 Disney Park Food MagicBand 2 – $22.99 …
BREAKING: Phantom Manor Reopening at Disneyland Paris Pushed to January 2019
Tom Corless
Despite being slated to reopen in the Fall of 2018, Phantom Manor at Disneyland Paris will supposedly now not return until January 2019. Cast members working at the attraction have been told that they will continue their temporary assignments until at least January 2019. No further details are available at this time. Tom Corless
PHOTOS: Epcot’s Guardians of the Galaxy Roller Coaster Building and Future World Sight Lines
Staff Writer
It’s been a few weeks since we brought you pictures of the show building construction for the Guardians of the Galaxy roller coaster coming to Epcot. We stopped by on June 14th to obtain pictures from across Future World to give you an idea of just how large this building is and what sight lines …
Mickey Ice Cream Bar Ears Coming to Disney Parks
Matthew Soberman
One of Disney Parks’ most iconic snacks is about to collide with one of Disney Parks’ most iconic souvenirs…and it won’t make a mess! Disney Style’s Nicole Mynott announced on Saturday that the American parks will soon be carrying Mickey ice cream bar ears. The ears are a sequined headband, featuring a pink bow and …
REVIEW: A Ride on Slinky Dog Dash, First Impressions From Inside Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Tom Corless
Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is set top open on June 30th, but cast member previews of the new area and the Slinky Dog Dash roller coaster have already begun. Luckily, one cast member who got to test the new kiddie-coaster and walk into Andy’s backyard was nice enough to send us a …
PHOTOS: New Starbucks “You Are Here” Mugs Arrive In Disneyland Paris
Staff Writer
Collectors of Starbucks “You Are Here” range of coffee mugs will be glad to hear that two new mugs have been released celebrating both parks at Disneyland Paris. The Disneyland Park mugs features classic attractions such as it’s a small world, Space Mountain, Star Tours, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, the Disneyland Railroad and the iconic …
Disney Asks Theaters to Warn of Strobe Lights in “Incredibles 2”
Matthew Soberman
Following a Twitter thread that went viral this weekend, Disney has asked all theaters showing “Incredibles 2” to warn patrons that the film contains strobe light effects, according to Variety’s Erin Nyren. The request is the result of a Twitter thread and blog post by Veronica Lewis, a blogger specializing in disability services. Lewis warned …
A Timeline of the Disney and Comcast Battle for 21st Century Fox
There’s been a lot in the news regarding the proposed purchase of 21st Century Fox between Disney and Comcast. We wanted to put together a timeline since the very beginning of what has happened so far which began back in November 2017. November 6, 2017: CNBC reports that Disney is working with Rupert Murdoch to acquire …
“Incredibles 2” Debuts With $180 Million At The Box Office; “Solo” Still Slipping; “Infinity War” Not Done Yet
Joe Hogarty
“Incredibles 2 came in first a the box office this weekend and also had an very impressive debut! Meanwhile, “Solo: A Star Wars Story” finished in fourth pace and “Avengers: Infinity War” finished in eight place. “Incredibles 2” broke a record for the largest opening for an animated film with $180 million domestically. Previously, that …
Ticketless Disney: Best Disney Treats Outside the Parks
Staff Writer
Have you ever spent a day at Walt Disney World without a park ticket? Many guests fail to realize just how much there is to see, do, and taste outside the parks. Speaking of taste, everyone loves treats during their day at the Magic Kingdom or Epcot. But did you know some of the most …
PHOTOS: New Merchandise for Soarin’ Around The World Glides into Epcot
Staff Writer
Fresh off the heels of brand new MagicBand designs, an entire new line of merchandise for Soarin’ Around The World has arrived at Epcot. The new line features a fresh look, brand new logo, and a great execution across each item. Take a look! Will you be Soarin home with any of these new items? …
WDWNT: Nerd Alert – Season Four – The “Incredibles 2” Roundtable Is Now Available For Download
Joe Hogarty
We have seen “Incredibles 2″ and we have a lot to say! We give our thoughts, our ratings and go deep into Spoilers. We also discus our favorite and least favorite Pixar movies as we rank all twenty Pixar movies. Join hosts Joe Hogarty and Eric Lancy! WDWNT: Nerd Alert – The “Incredibles 2” Roundtable …
Road to the Ride: How the Tower of Terror Was Almost A Comedic Castle
Staff Writer
Editor’s note: Road to the Ride is a new column that will focus on the background and development of Disney attractions, including all the twists and turns a project takes as it goes from original concept to theme park attraction. It’s been almost 24 years since the Tower of Terror dropped into our lives, but …