PHOTOS: “I Am Groot” Apparel Available at The Collector’s Warehouse in Disney California Adventure
Staff Writer
Back in April, new Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: Breakout! apparel dropped in The Collector’s Warehouse in Disney California Adventure. And it looks like Tivan has added a few more items to his collection of merchandise on display. Groot has been a huge fan-favorite since the first “Guardians of the Galaxy” film, especially Baby Groot. …
PHOTOS: Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Construction Update 7/13/19 (New Roof Details, Insulation and Wall Additions, ETC.)
Staff Writer
Progress is slow but steady over at the site of the upcoming attraction, “Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure” in the France pavilion at Epcot. Let’s see what’s changed since our last update. You can see the facade for the attraction peeking over France. From a distance, not much seems to have changed. Let’s get a closer look. …
PHOTO REPORT: Epcot 7/13/19 (Construction Updates, Long Lines and a Look at The Electric Umbrella)
Staff Writer
Summer time in Epcot– generally not a lot going on. Or is there? Let’s take a look around! I’m trying to enjoy all the small details of Future World while I can. You never know what’s not going to survive to the next “re-imagining”. There’s just something about the shadows these tarps make that are …
PHOTOS: Even More Pathways Closed for Rose Walk Widening in Future World at Epcot
Staff Writer
At the beginning of June, the Rose Walk pathway in Epcot that connects Future World and World Showcase closed to be widened. Walls initially went up just on either side of the area to be expanded. Now, walls have been extended all the way back to the main path, essentially blocking off a large chunk …
PHOTOS: New Disney Parks Loungefly Pixar Luxo Ball Backpack Bounces Into Hollywood Studios
Staff Writer
Our love for Pixar has been recaptured by the release of Toy Story 4 this summer and we couldn’t think of a better way to show off our love for one of our favorite toys than with this brand new Disney Parks exclusive Luxo Ball backpack from Loungefly! Luxo Ball Loungefly Backpack and Coin Purse …
PHOTOS: New Peter Pan and Snack OtterBox, Donald Duck D-Tech Phone Cases Arrive at Disney Parks
Staff Writer
We know how important it is to bring your phone along to the parks to capture all those magical memories. We also know how important it is to protect our phone too. Well you can save your phone and keep it magical with these brand new phone cases that we found at Off The Page …
PHOTOS: Epcot Skyliner Station Nearing Completion, More Walls Come Down
Staff Writer
We’ve been covering the progress on the Disney Skyliner for some time now. It looks like the Hollywood Studios line is set to open next month. The Epcot line, however, won’t make it in time for the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. It’s still very close to completion, though, based one what we saw …
PHOTOS: New Haunted Mansion 50th Anniversary Puzzle Released Featuring Stitch as the Hatbox Ghost
Staff Writer
We’re gearing up for the 50th Anniversary of the Haunted Mansion on August 9th at Disneyland, but in the meantime, we’re excited to see all the special merchandise coming out for this beloved attraction. What better way to celebrate our favorite Grim Grinning Ghost than with another one of our favorite characters? That’s right, this …
PHOTO REPORT: Disneyland Park 7/12/19 (Lion King Merchandise, Disney Parks 2020 Calendar, Summer Crowds, and More!)
Staff Writer
July is going to be a busy month for Disney fans. The live-action “The Lion King” film releases in theaters on July 19, and two days before Disneyland guests will say goodbye to Mickey’s Soundsational Parade. If you plan on visiting the Resort before then, you don’t want to miss everything else happening right now. …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 7/12/19 (Tomorrowland Entrance Sign, Mermaid Merchandise, Construction Updates, ETC.)
Staff Writer
Another brutally hot and sunny day in Florida, another day that I forgot to put on sunscreen for a park walk around Magic Kingdom (insert face palm emoji here). Let’s check out what’s new in the Most Magical Place on Earth! Okay, so first things first. We reported early this day that Magic Kingdom was …
PHOTOS: Epcot Tram Loop Construction Update 7/12/19
Staff Writer
Big changes are under way at the entrance to Epcot. Not only on the inside of the turnstiles, but also just outside where the tram brings guests in from the parking lot. Demolition began back in May on the old tram drop-off area and loop in order to reconfigure it into a more efficient and …
Walt Disney World’s Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend Medals Revealed
The medals for this year’s Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend have been revealed by Disney. The yearly race event takes place October 31 – November 3, 2019 at Epcot in Walt Disney World. Disney Fall Feast 5k Inspired by “The Jungle Book”, this medal will be given to finishers of the Fall Fest 5k, …
REVIEW: Elephant Cupcake Stomps into Restaurantosaurus in Animal Kingdom
Staff Writer
Disney’s Animal Kingdom continues to expand its menagerie of wildlife-themed cupcakes with its latest addition: the Elephant Cupcake! Is it worthy of everyone’s favorite pachyderms? Let’s dive in and find out. We found this interesting baked good at Restaurantosaurus in Dinoland U.S.A. (although you can also find it at Creature Comforts, Animal Kingdom’s Starbucks location). …
Multiple Limited-Time Offerings Ending Later This Year at Walt Disney World
If you were planning a trip to Walt Disney World later this year, you may want to take note of these longstanding and limited-time offerings ending in the coming months. Here’s the breakdown of the offerings ending this year: Animal Kingdom Hakuna Matata Time Dance Party – a family-friendly event featuring some of your favorite …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 7/12/2019 (New Hidden Mickey Pins, Screens on at NBA Experience, Lion King Petit Cake, and More!)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to a busy day here at Disney Springs. Our first stop of the morning was at Disney Pin Traders, where we spotted the new Walt Disney World 2019 Hidden Mickey pins on display. These cannot be purchased, and can only be found by trading with cast members. The ribbons are pretty unique and represent …
REVIEW: New Lion King Petit Cake Roars into Amorette’s Patisserie at Disney Springs
Annie Wilson
Fans of The Lion King have been getting quite a lot of new food and merchandise lately. With the new movie premiering soon, and the 25th anniversary of the animated classic, there have been many ways to celebrate The Lion King. We’ve seen a lot of new themed food and beverage offerings, but not many …
“Mezzanotte at Topolino’s: An Italian Masquerade” New Year’s Eve Party Coming to Disney’s Riviera Resort
Jessica Figueroa
Disney has just announced a new New Year’s Eve party coming to the all-new Disney’s Riviera Resort when it opens this December. DVC members will also have an exclusive head start on bookings! Check out all the details below. Revelers will toast the New Year atop the newest resort in the neighborhood during “Mezzanotte at …
PHOTO: Possible Leaked Image Shows Massive Stormtrooper Army in Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
It looks as if the scene with scores of Stormtroopers in Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is real, and it’s impressive. According to a leaked photo on Reddit by user u/IROCKJORTS, the dozens of physical Stormtroopers is imposing. The scene showcased in the photo is near the beginning of the attraction, where guests are …
PHOTOS: New Fantasyland, Pixar, Purple Wall, and Attractions Windbreakers Arrive at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
With the summer months bringing in a slew of unpredictable weather, it’s best to stay prepared. Luckily, with these cool new windbreakers, you can stay protected from the elements while repping your favorite Walt Disney World attraction, land, or photo wall. We found a full collection of them at MouseGear in Epcot. Check out all …
Cast Member Previews For Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Start August 1st at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
If you are a Cast Member and you’re looking to experience Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios before anyone else does, you’re in luck. Disney has announced that Cast Member previews for the new land will begin on August 1st, with sign-ups for the preview starting on Monday, July 22nd. The preview window …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Newly Remodeled King Rooms Currently Testing at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Jessica Figueroa
Known for its rustic cabin design, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge has been enchanting guests with uniquely appointed rooms featuring carved wood headboards on the beds, bright red accent pillows featuring Thumper, and even Chip and Dale tiles in the bathrooms for years now. Well, it appears that the lodge is currently “testing” out a set of …
Walt Disney World’s Reedy Creek Improvement District Falls Victim to Phishing Scam
Jessica Figueroa
It appears no corporate office is safe from the dangers of hacking and phishing, even the one running the Most Magical Place on Earth. According to the Orlando Sentinel, it appears an employee at Reedy Creek Improvement District’s main office, which handles building codes, road construction, fire rescue, and landscaping throughout Disney-owned land, mistakenly wired …
PHOTOS: Snacks, Haunted Mansion, Mickey Balloon, and Other Disney Leggings and Tops Arrive at Disney Springs
Annie Wilson
If you’re looking to expand your wardrobe, now might be the time. While visiting World of Disney at Disney Springs, we came across even more new leggings and matching tops! After seeing how popular the Dogs, Cats, Small World, and Castle leggings were, it’s no wonder we’ve seen the arrival of even more cute new …
Lion King Voice Actors to Appear as Festival of Fantasy Parade Grand Marshals This Saturday at Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
Disney has just announced that this Saturday, the voices of young Simba and young Nala – JD McCrary and Shahadi Wright Joseph – will be honorary Grand Marshals for the 3 p.m. Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade at Magic Kingdom Park. Following the parade, JD and Shahadi will continue celebrating at Disney’s Animal Kingdom – …
Red Car Trolley News Boys at Disney California Adventure to End July 23
The Red Car Trolley News Boys won’t be staying long at Disney California Adventure it seems. Amid a wave of cutbacks and hiring freezes at the Disneyland Resort due to low summer crowds, the fan-favorite show is on the chopping block. According to Disney, the show is ending because of the temporary closure of the …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 7/11/19 (The Tomorrowland Sign is Gone, Castle Pathway Progress, Forky Plush Recall, and More!)
Annie Wilson
It’s a busy day here at the Magic Kingdom! Let’s get the day started. It looks so empty heading into Tomorrowland. The entrance sign has been removed and it feels so strange to walk over the bridge now. Boxes stand in place of the missing sign. From the PeopleMover, we can feel the loss even …
TONIGHT on WDW News Tonight (7/11/19): Gran Destino Tower, World Famous Jumble Cruise, and Nick Gets Replaced
Tom Corless
Tonight! The first review of Gran Destino Tower from someone who paid to stay there, we play the Jumble Cruise, and we replace Nick with a new audio-engineer! The show can be watched live at WDWNTunes.com on your computer or mobile device (but it is also available on Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube). You can also …
Primeval Whirl to Remain Closed Through July 20 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
The unexpected closure of Primeval Whirl at Animal Kingdom just got even longer. Dinoland U.S.A. will be without its coaster through July 20, 2019 now. 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 13, 2019, …
Guest Walkway from Grand Floridian Resort to Magic Kingdom Finally Under Development
Well, it’s finally happening. The walkway everyone has been waiting for is finally happening. According to a permit filed with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, a project labeled “Grand Floridian to MK Walkway“ is in the works. As many guests to Disney World have noticed, a pathway from the Magic Kingdom has long extended …
PHOTOS: New Merchandise Arrives at Settlement Trading Post in Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
Jessica Figueroa
Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground last debuted a mountain of new merchandise back in May 2018, but the balmy summer days are back, which means the wagon’s done dropped off a whole series of new merchandise! Check out the full collection below, which includes some fun camping tees, youth tees, and even some fun …
BREAKING: Rise of the Resistance Opening December 5th at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, 2020 at Disneyland
Jessica Figueroa
Disney has just announced that the Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance attraction will be opening in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on December 5th, 2019. The attraction is also set to open at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland on January 17th, 2020, delayed from the previously announced “later this year” opening …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: The Animation Experience Opens at Rafiki’s Planet Watch in Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
If there’s one obscure Disney Parks experience I hold dear to my heart, it’s Rafiki’s Planet Watch and the Conservation Station. For years, it was a quiet respite from the rest of the hustle and bustle of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, but guests have been deprived of goat meet and greets and the Wildlife Express Train …
Get a Free Toy Story Collectible Key From shopDisney with Any Purchase
Staff Writer
For the third month in a row, shopDisney is offering a free collectible key that can be earned simply by making any purchase. Back in May, shopDisney and Disney Store released an exclusive key for the release of Aladdin. June saw the release of a Donald Duck collectible key in celebration of the famed duck’s …
PHOTO REPORT: Epcot 7/5/19 (4th of July, Takumi-Tei and Ratatouille Updates, ETC.)
Staff Writer
Happy Independence Day weekend from Epcot! I know a few days ago was the 4th of July, but let freedom keep ringing! With the recent news that the Fountain of Nations will be permanently closing on September 8th, I’m going to enjoy every view of this courtyard for the rest of the summer. I’m excited …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 7/11/19 (Disney Designer Alex and Ani Ears, Pina Colada Creme Brulee, Even More Lion King Merch, ETC.)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to another beautiful day here at Disney Springs. There’s a lot going on, so let’s get right to it! The new Disney Parks Designer Collection ears launched at Ever After Jewelry Co. with a special appearance by the Vice President of Alex and Ani, Colleen Fugere. They’re beautiful. You can get a pair for …
PHOTOS: Even More New Resort Merchandise Makes Its Way to Fulton’s General Store at Disney’s Port Orleans – Riverside
Jessica Figueroa
We recently made it on down de bayou and over to Fulton’s General Store at Disney’s Port Orleans – Riverside Resort to check out some new goods that had arrived from just up the Sassagoula River. Despite both Riverside and French Quarter being “sister” resorts, they actually each get their own lines of resort-specific merchandise, …
Travel Back to 1955 with The Disneyland Opening Day Block on WDWNTunes!
Staff Writer
To all who come to this happy Opening Day Celebration, welcome. WDWNTunes is your station! Next week is Disneyland’s 64th anniversary and we just couldn’t wait to start celebrating. That’s why we’re premiering an all-new block featuring only Disneyland Opening Day music! From July 11th to July 16th, at 3PM, we’ll play the kind of music you …
ParksCenter – Future World Closures, Takumi Tei Opens, and Monorail Silver – Ep. 61
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: Massive, massive renovations coming to the central hub at Epcot Takmi Tei opens in Epcot’s Japan pavilion, and it’s expensive Monorail Silver gets some TLC …
Construction Worker Taken to Hospital After Falling Into Hole Near Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Matthew Soberman
A construction worker has been hospitalized after he fell into a hole while working outside Disney’s Animal Kingdom, according to WESH. Orange County Fire Rescue officials stated that firefighters were contacted around 1:45 PM on Tuesday to respond to an emergency near park’s tram drop-off in the parking lot. The man was reportedly working near …
REVIEW: New Chile-Mango Loaded Dole Whip Now Available at Tropical Hideaway in Disneyland Park
Staff Writer
A new shipment of Dole Whip has landed at the Tropical Hideaway in Disneyland Park, just in time for the hot summer days ahead. The Chile-Mango Dole Whip is the newest Loaded Whip option on the menu at the Adventureland restaurant. While the previous Orange-Pineapple Swirl Loaded Whip offers something sweet for guests, this new …
