ROMANTIC DISNEY: For the Love of Epcot’s World Showcase—It’s Not Just a Shopping Mall!
Staff Writer
My husband and I were at a holiday party when word got out of our love of Disney. Within minutes, we were on the hot seat as a couple spared no expense in expressing their disappointment in Epcot after their recent vacation. We were instantly taken aback, as the wife had been a character at …
New Goofy & Max Spooky Space Party, Land of the Dead, and More Announced for 2019 Halloween Parties at Disneyland Paris
Staff Writer
This year, two Halloween Parties are taking place at Disneyland Paris! From 8pm to 2am on October 26th and 31st, dastardly Disney Villains have Disneyland Park all to themselves and they dare you to join them for the most mischievous party ever. Feel the thrill of late-night attractions, wickedly wonderful shows and spooky new surprises. The …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Carpets Removed in Newly Refurbished Family Suites at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
Annie Wilson
Oh I just can’t wait to be refurbished! The rooms at Disney’s Art of Animation are undergoing a bit of a makeover right now. All of the rooms around the resort will soon be redone with new flooring, which will happen in phases. At this time, only one room in each area of the resort …
PHOTO REPORT: Tokyo Disneyland 7/27/19 (Rare Characters, Donald’s Hot Jungle Summer Merch, Lots of Construction, and More!)
Spencer Lloyd
At last, the rainy season is over in Tokyo! That means blue skies, hot, humid days, and an excellent excuse to come to Tokyo Disneyland! Especially since crowds are still over at Tokyo DisneySea to experience Soaring: Fantastic Flight (as we did earlier this week, which you can take a peek at here). So, let’s …
New PhotoPass Animated Magic Shot Debuts for 25th Anniversary of The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
In honor of the recent 25th anniversary of The Twilight Zone Tower of TerrorTM at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney PhotoPass Service has launched a new keepsake to commemorate you dropping into the 5th dimension: an Animated Magic Shot featuring your attraction photo! Once you link your attraction photo to your Disney account, you’ll also see …
Drastic Pricing Error Listed for Disney Parks Designer Collection Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse Steamboat Willie Ear Hats Released Today
Jessica Figueroa
This morning marked the release of the latest addition to the Disney Parks Designer Collection, an ear hat featuring Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse as Steamboat Willie. It seems there has been some back and forth, as well as confusion on the release, however. Earlier this morning, the ear hats were listed as sold out …
PHOTOS: Minnie Mouse Ear Headband Ornaments Arrive at Disneyland Park
Staff Writer
It’s Christmas in July, so it seems fitting that the Disneyland Resort has been treating guests to new ornaments. Earlier this week, we spotted a new set of “The Nightmare Before Christmas” Snow Globe Ornaments. And now the Minnie Ear Headband Ornaments have made their way into Disneyland Park too! If you’ve ever wanted an …
PHOTO REPORT: Epcot 7/26/19 (Construction Updates, Instagram Walls, Beverly Still Missing, and More!)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to another beautiful day here at Epcot! This park has been changing so much lately, it’s always exciting to see what differences we can find. It doesn’t take too long to notice the construction taking place near the parking lot. The tram loop is getting an upgrade, along with the rest of the park. …
PHOTOS: Full Line of 20th Anniversary Rock ‘N’ Roller Coaster Merchandise at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
🎵 Love in a roller coaster! Livin’ it up when I’m going down (to Hollywood Studios to buy every single last piece of this merchandise…) 🎵 When Disney announced earlier that a full line of Rock ‘N’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith merchandise had been released for the attraction’s 20th anniversary, we knew we had to go …
PHOTOS: Liberty Square Market Seating Area Closed Off For Refurbishment at the Magic Kingdom
Staff Writer
If you were planning to grab a turkey leg or a pickle from the Liberty Square Market anytime soon, you’re going to have to find somewhere else to eat it, for now. While walking through Liberty Square today, we were surprised to come across the entire seating area of Liberty Square Market closed off and …
PHOTOS: RFID Readers Added to Elevators in Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel at Disneyland Resort
Recently, it was noticed that RFID readers were added to the inside of the elevators at the Grand Californian in Disneyland. Contrary to reports, these readers are not a sign that MagicBands are coming to Disneyland. Our intrepid reporters asked Cast Members at the hotel and were given a firm “no” when they asked about …
New Merchandise Released for 20th Anniversary of Rock ‘N’ Roller Coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
Disney has just announced a small line of merchandise released to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Rock ‘N’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Rock ‘N’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith has launched guests through the streets of Los Angeles on super-stretch limos for a “record”-setting 20 years at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This first-of-its-kind …
REVIEW: New Full-Sized Desserts and Heirloom Tomato Salad at The Hollywood Brown Derby in Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
We’re stepping back into the golden age of cinema and dining at the great and glamorous Hollywood Brown Derby restaurant at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This is a go-to spot for us, and casually stopping by for a Cobb Salad or some cocktails always proves to be a welcome respite from the heat and crowds. The …
PHOTOS: Giant Mickey Donuts Now Served at Main Street Bakery in The Magic Kingdom
Staff Writer
Back in May, we reviewed the new Mickey Celebration Donuts that arrived on the scene at The Lunching Pad in Tomorrowland in Magic Kingdom. We loved them, and we said they’d pair perfectly with a Starbucks coffee for a breakfast in the Park. In a twist of clairvoyance, that breakfast pairing just became a lot …
PHOTOS: New Queue Awnings Partially Installed at The Haunted Mansion in Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
You really won’t want to fill in all of the available space now. After being removed in what is undoubtedly the hottest, muggiest, and rainiest time of the entire year, the queue awnings at The Haunted Mansion have returned, albeit partially. “The overheated masses are materializing in a sweaty, balmy wake…” The one silver lining …
PHOTOS: Magic Kingdom “Arrival Experience Enhancements” Construction Update 7/26/19
Annie Wilson
The entrance to the Magic Kingdom has started to undergo the first phase of the new entrance enhancement project. We recently reported on some of the construction walls going up around the old bag check, but on our most recent visit, we spotted a few more changes. As we approached the entrance, we noticed the …
Limited-Time Annual Passholder Reserved Concert Seating, Secret Menu Items, Special PhotoPass Opportunities and More Perks Coming to Epcot
Jessica Figueroa
Disney has just announced some new “V.I.PASSHOLDER Perks” that can help guests make the most of summer visits to Epcot. Reserved Seating for an Out-of-this-World Concert Series – Passholders can enjoy reserved seating on a first-come, first-served basis for concerts taking place July 29-August 18 at America Gardens Theatre. Simply enter on the left side …
PHOTOS: New Logo, Quotes, and Icon Magnets Spotted at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
Here at WDW News Today, we’re always keeping a sharp eye out for the latest merchandise to hit the parks, even if the latest is something as simple as a trinket souvenir. That being said, today we spotted some new trinkets that we think many Disney Parks fans are going to love. While perusing Celebrity …
PHOTO REPORT: Hollywood Studios 7/26/19 (Rainy Park Day, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Pins, and More Missing From Backlot Express)
Staff Writer
Here in Florida we get really used to getting rained on every afternoon in the Summer. Less frequent are the dreary, drizzly rainy days. Today was one of those days. You see the park with new eyes when everything is slick with rain. The ground is wet, but it’s not because of a water main …
SHOP: Disney Parks Designer Collection Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse Steamboat Willie Ear Hat Now Available on shopDisney
Jessica Figueroa
Great news, Mickey Ear collectors! The wait is over for the next installation of Disney Parks Designer Collection ears. This newest edition to the collection features a vintage set of ears inspired by artist Noah’s iconic print, “Full Speed Ahead.” The ears feature Mickey, his famed steamboat, the famous “It was all started by a …
Travel Protection Plan Price Increase Goes Into Effect August 7th for Walt Disney World Bookings
Jessica Figueroa
If you like to plan ahead and purchase travel protection through Disney when booking your Walt Disney World stays, do keep in mind of upcoming price increases and changes: Effective August 7th, 2019, Travel Protection Plan prices for adults are increasing by $5. Child and infant prices are increasing by 50¢. If a Guests’ vacation …
August Pin Releases for Walt Disney World and Disneyland Feature “A Goofy Movie”, Haunted Mansion 50th Anniversary, and Countdown to Galaxy’s Edge Pins
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, classic attraction anniversary pins, and even more Galaxy’s Edge Countdown pins, now at Walt Disney World! Check them out below. We kick off …
Limited Edition Pins (Hocus Pocus, Villains, Character Pumpkins) Revealed for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2019 at the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
If you thought today was all about Christmas and not enough about Halloween, we’re treating you to a spooky surprise. Exclusive pins for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party have been revealed! The collection includes the Sanderson Sisters in a Limited Release Set, some cute mystery pins in the form of Character Pumpkins, and many villainous cameos …
PHOTO REPORT: Downtown Disney District 7/25/19 (Pixar Pals Pedestrian Bridge Updates, New Merchandise, and More!)
Staff Writer
If we’re not enjoying a stroll through Disneyland and Disney California Adventure, we’re making our way through Downtown Disney. It’s a great place to wander through, especially if your Annual Pass is blocked out of both Parks for the summer. Here are all the updates from our trip to Downtown Disney District, including Pixar Pals …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 7/25/19 (Rainy Day Cavalcade, Sonny Eclipse Returns, Construction Updates, ETC.)
Staff Writer
We’re back for another day around the world of yesterday, tomorrow, and fantasy, the Magic Kingdom! Welcome to another WDWNT photo report! In the Confectionary, I found a new addition to this paintbrush series of mugs, Aladdin! I love all of the details of this series, and this quote on the inside of this mug …
Sunset Seasons Greetings Projection Show Returns to Disney’s Hollywood Studios on November 8th
Jessica Figueroa
Between Passholder Preview registration for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and all of the holiday announcements unveiled today, it’s really felt like Christmas in July. Along with Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!, another crowd favorite is returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios this holiday season. Sunset Seasons Greetings will return on November 8th! Check out all the details below. …
PHOTOS: Security Checkpoint Expansion at Disney’s Hollywood Studios – Construction Update 7/25/19
Staff Writer
Welcome back! Our last Hollywood Studios security checkpoint expansion update brought you a look at the latest scaffolding and progress around the phase 2 expansion site to the Hollywood Studios entrance area. This expansion will greatly help with Galaxy’s Edge crowds and entrance procedures as we near closer to the grand opening of Star Wars …
Primeval Whirl Closure Extended Once Again Through August 3rd at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
The prolonged closure of Primeval Whirl at Disney’s Animal Kingdom just got even longer. Dinoland U.S.A. will now be without its signature coaster through August 3, 2019. First reported closed on June 17, 2019, the reason for the closure has yet to be announced by Disney. Primeval Whirl was previously expected to reopen on July …
PHOTOS: Cinderella Castle Pathway Widening Project at the Magic Kingdom – Construction Update 7/25/19
Staff Writer
Welcome! While our last Magic Kingdom pathway widening project update was just a few days ago, we caught some drastic changes while making our rounds around the park today and we just had to show you! Let’s take a look. The brickwork around the new path is nearing completion. We noticed workers paining and adding …
“World of Color – Season of Light”, Attraction Overlays, Festival of Holidays, and More Christmas Offerings Announced for Disneyland Resort
Jessica Figueroa
The Disneyland Resort will once again transform into the Merriest Place on Earth as guests begin their holidays here, Nov. 8, through Jan. 6. This festive season will include many holiday traditions, including cheerful entertainment, yuletide treats, specialty merchandise, sparkling décor and seasonal transformations of select attractions! At Disney California Adventure park, “World of Color …
REVIEW: New Signature Mac ‘n’ Cheese Added to the Menu at Smokejumpers Grill in Disney California Adventure
Staff Writer
Smokejumpers Grill in Disney California Adventure is having some fun this summer and we’re all about it. First, they added a new Coca-Cola Freeze to their menu. So if you’re in the mood for a Jack Daniels and Coke slushie, they’ve got you covered. And now Smokejumpers Grill has added a new entree, the Signature …
REVIEW: New Peanut Butter and Chocolate Fudge Cupcake Receives Two Paws Up at Disney’s Pop Century Resort
Annie Wilson
We’re currently in the midst of the dog days of summer. While the heat may be rough, we’ve found something even more “ruff” to help you get through the summer. Everything POP Shopping and Dining at Pop Century has brought us another adorable cupcake, this time themed around our furry friends. Let’s dig our paws …
Permit Filed for The Odyssey as Pavilion Transforms Into Future Epcot “Experience Center”
Some of the first permits have been filed for the Odyssey’s transformation into the “Experience Center”. As we shared earlier in the year, the Experience Center will be home to the famous Rainbow Tunnel and other elements to preview the transformation of Epcot. The permit filed with Orange County describes the work being done as …
New Tomorrowland and Fantasyland Attraction Overlays Announced for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
For the first time ever during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, select Magic Kingdom attractions are receiving special enhancements just for the holidays! When you get behind the wheel on the Tomorrowland Speedway, you’ll find yourself cruising a festive freeway filled with thousands of lights and stylized décor. The crew at Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor …
Registration for Annual Passholder Previews Now Open for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
The wait’s almost over! Registration has officially opened for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Passholder Previews in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and some Annual Passholders have already received their email invitation. In case you haven’t, you can try accessing the preview page by using this link. Platinum, Platinum Plus and Premier Passholders will soon have an opportunity …
Full Slate of Resort-Wide New Year’s Eve Parties Announced for Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
If you’re planning on counting down to the new year at Disney World, you have a slew of resort events to choose from, from rooftop celebrations to character-filled parties. Check out all of the resorts and restaurants participating in special New Year’s and New Year’s Eve celebrations below, including an all-new Feliz Año Nuevo party …
New “Ultimate Disney Christmas Package” Vacation Offer Now Available for Booking at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
There is something so magical about waking up on Christmas morning to warm weather, palm trees, and gazing upon Cinderella’s Castle glowing with Holiday decor! You’re in luck! The agents at Never Grow Up Vacations can plan a once-in-a-lifetime vacation memory for you and your family! Disney has released a NEW offer called the “Ultimate …
CONCEPT ART: First Look at W.E.B. Suppliers, Spider-Man Shop Coming to Marvel Themed Land at Disney California Adventure
Tom Corless
While Disney has said they will reveal a lot more about the Marvel themed-lands coming to Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort at the D23 Expo, we won’t have to wait much longer to at least get a feel for the land’s design and layout. In fact, just yesterday we brought you the grand reveal …
ParksCenter – Tower of Terror upgrades, Soaring: Fantastic Flight, and Spider-Man Ride Vehicles – Ep. 63
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: Walt Disney Studios in Paris announces upcoming upgrades to their copy of Tower of Terror Soaring: Fantastic Flight opens at Tokyo DisneySea Concept art is …
VIDEO: Oasis Canteen Bar Construction Mishap Leads to Watery Explosion at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
Are you feeling parched and thirsty? Does the thought of running through open water in the Florida heat sound appealing to you? Do you just really, really miss Catastrophe Canyon? Well, today marked the opening of Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ 7th “attraction”: the Oasis Canteen Water Explosion Experience. CATASTROPHE CANYON IS BACK AT HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS! On …
