PHOTOS: 6/14/19 Construction Update on New Swan and Dolphin Hotel, “The Cove”
Staff Writer
It’s been a couple months since we last checked in on the progress of the upcoming new addition to the Swan and Dolphin Resort complex, “The Cove”. It’s still looking like a lot of construction walls and some big piles of dirt for now though, but they have added some concept art added to the walls …
PHOTOS: New Magic Mirror Metallic Collection Debuts Today at Disney Springs, Available Now on shopDisney
Jessica Figueroa
Mirror, mirror, on the wall. Who’s the trendiest of them all? New month, new trend, new made-up Disney color. Today marks the big debut of two new collections at Disney Springs: Magic Mirror Metallic and Imagination Pink! These will be available to shop at World of Disney in Disney Springs during a special V.I.Passholder shopping event …
Specialty “Guardians of the Galaxy”-Themed Food and Beverages, Including Space Sandwich, Debuting Tomorrow for The Return of Awesome Mix Live! at Epcot
Jessica Figueroa
It’s time to rock to the cosmic groove while stirring up an appetite because “Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live!” begins tomorrow! This out-of-this-world musical event features your favorite Guardians and their alien band jamming out to timeless classics from the ’70s and ’80s. And in addition to singing and dancing, Disney has whipped …
PHOTOS: Attraction Sign, Characters, and Decals Installed For Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind at Disney California Adventure
Jessica Figueroa
It’s been a few months coming, but it seems Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind is just about ready to open at Pixar Pier, and we decided to check in on its current emotional state to see how things were progressing this close to the potential open. Last we checked, the attraction had ride vehicles, lighting and …
PHOTOS: Nearmap Shares New Aerial Images of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Under Construction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
Thanks to our friends at Nearmap, we have some recent aerial imagery from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This is the same land and layout (for the most part) of the version that just opened at Disneyland Park on May 31st. These images were taken mid-May 2019. Here we have an overall …
“Star Wars Celebration” Returns to Anaheim in August 2020, Ticket Sales Announced
Joe Hogarty
Star Wars Celebration will be making its triumphant return to Anaheim, California next year! Star Wars Celebration will take place at the Anaheim Convention Center from August 27-30. Tickets will go on sale on June 21 at 9am Pacific Time. From StarWars.com: Star Wars fans, mark your calendars. StarWars.com is excited to announce that Star …
PHOTOS: New Imagination Pink Open Edition MagicBand Arrives at Big Top Souvenirs in the Magic Kingdom
Annie Wilson
If you’ve been getting hyped for the new Imagination Pink (and Magic Mirror) ears and merchandise releasing later this month, then you’ve probably already heard about the cupcake and macaron that have already arrived. While visiting the Magic Kingdom, we finally spotted the first piece of the Imagination Pink collection that isn’t edible. The new …
Permit Issued for the Construction of the Spider-Man Attraction at Disney California Adventure
Work is starting to heat up on the new Marvel Land at Disney California Adventure. A little while ago, we shared with you a permit that was issued by the City of Anaheim for a Spider-Man store. Now, it looks like work is starting to intensify on the Spider-Man attraction itself. According to a permit …
PHOTOS: Exclusive Limited Edition Merchandise Announced for the 2019 D23 Expo
Jessica Figueroa
Disney has just released a sneak peek at some of the new collections and limited-edition sets attendees can get their hands on during D23 Expo 2019 at the Anaheim Convention Center from Aug 23–25. During the show, fans can scoop up never-before-seen collections across the three Disney-operated retail shops on the Expo floor: shopDisney.com | …
PHOTOS: Benny the Cab, Other Props Removed to Accommodate for Additional Seating at Backlot Express in Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
Arguably one of our favorite parts about eating at the Backlot Express in Disney’s Hollywood Studios are the props (well that, and very rarely, the food.) In a park where the magic of movie making is vanishing to mere ephemera and being replaced with themed RVs, every last bit of park history counts… except when …
REVIEW: New Grilled Shrimp Skewer from Columbia Harbour House at the Magic Kingdom
Annie Wilson
Greetings from Columbia Harbour House at the Magic Kingdom! It’s lunch time, and we heard a tempting new meal has made its way onto the menu. The Grilled Shrimp Skewer sounds like something we could really sink our teeth into, so let’s give it a go! For $13.99, the grilled shrimp skewer meal is served …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Hollywood Studios 6/13/19 (Park Views, Galaxy’s Edge Construction, and Even More Construction Walls)
Staff Writer
Hooray for Hollywood! Disney’s Hollywood Studios, that is. Welcome to another WDWNT photo report, let’s take a walk and check in on my personal favorite park. Enjoying this logo while it lasts. Who would’ve thought that there would be a time that I grew nostalgic for this logo, but when they released the new concept …
PHOTOS: New Disney Cats Collection by Dooney & Bourke Launching Tomorrow at Ever After Jewelry Co. in Disney Springs
Jessica Figueroa
If you weren’t able to snag the original Disney Cats collection by Dooney and Bourke, we have great news for you. There’s a new Disney Cats collection dropping tomorrow at Ever After Jewelry Co. in Disney Springs and we couldn’t wait to show it to you because it’s absolutely purrfect. After all, ev’rybody wants to …
TONIGHT on WDW News Tonight (6/13/19): Star Wars – Galaxy’s Edge, Tony’s Town Squares, Nick Tries to Make Tony’s Red Sauce
Tom Corless
Tonight! WDW News Tonight is back! MAY THE SPORK BE WITH YOU, ALWAYS! 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 use WDWNT: The App to watch and chat along. The show also utilizes a live …
PHOTOS: Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at Epcot – Construction Update 6/13/19
Staff Writer
It’s been a minute since our last construction update for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, the new attraction coming to the France pavilion at Epcot. As we know, they’re aiming to finish this up in time for next spring. Let’s see what progress has been made. The most obvious change in the last couple weeks is that …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 6/13/19 (New Merchandise, TRON Coaster Progress, Construction Updates, ETC.)
Staff Writer
Good day from the Magic Kingdom. Let’s see what’s going on around here today! Merchandise We first saw it rear its horns at Disneyland Park in California, and now it has made it to Florida. Want everyone to know you’re a beast? Or possibly your girlfriend wants to dress as Belle and this is the …
ParksCenter – Star Wars Dinner Theater, Villains After Hours, and a New Disneyland Parade! – Ep. 58
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: The previously alluded to Star Wars dinner show will become a part of the Star Wars Hotel experience Disney’s Villains After Hours event – is …
PHOTOS: Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo Now Distributing Regular Silverware Instead of Themed Sporks at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland Park
Jessica Figueroa
Throughout the opening week of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, we couldn’t get over how amazing the quick service dining at Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo was. The food was fresh and innovative, and the decor and ambiance inside the restaurant (and outside in that relaxing courtyard) could not be beat. An integral part of that …
Guests May Now Reserve Tee Times at Walt Disney World Miniature Golf Courses
Add mini golf courses to the list of activities that can be reserved ahead of time at Walt Disney World. Starting today, guests may now reserve tee times at both the Fantasia Gardens and Winter Summerland mini golf courses. Guests may call 407-WDW-PLAY to make a tee time (golf slang for reservation). Walk-up guests will …
TONIGHT: ParksCenter – Star Wars Dinner Theater, Villains After Hours, and a New Disneyland Parade! – Ep. 58
Ben
Tonight, June 12th 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: …
PHOTO: Oversized Minnie Bow Headband Coming Soon to Disney Parks
Jessica Figueroa
Bow to the newest Disney style creation coming to Disney Parks! These new, oversized bow headbands are coming to Disneyland and Walt Disney World soon and they’re sure to become the latest craze in statement pieces for a fabulous day at the parks. Once we saw the news on disneystyle’s Instagram account, we knew we …
VIDEO: Tom Hanks and Tim Allen Talk About Being Best Friends in This New Featurette For “Toy Story 4”
Joe Hogarty
Tom Hanks and Tim Allen reunite and reminisce about old times and their newest adventure in “Toy Story 4”. “Toy Story 4” opens in theaters on June 21. Woody has always been confident about his place in the world and that his priority is taking care of his kid, whether that’s Andy or Bonnie. But …
VIDEO: Play Through All Nine Episodes in LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga
Staff Writer
LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga has just been announced, and includes every adventure from Episode 1 through 9. While the first seven Episodes have already been told in the LEGO Star Wars universe, this collection will re-release those previous adventures, as well as include Episodes 8 and 9 for the first time. The game …
REVIEW: Indiana Jones and The Temple of Bacon Arrives at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar at Disney Springs
Jessica Figueroa
For nearly three thousand years, man has been searching for the lost Ark. It’s not something to be taken lightly. No one knows its secrets. It’s like nothing you’ve ever gone after before… and this newest dessert at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar in Disney Springs is unlike anything we’ve ever seen before… Applewood Smoked Bacon …
PHOTOS: New Disney Tails Briar Rose Gold Minnie Ear Headband for Pets Spotted at Disneyland Resort
Staff Writer
Trends may come and go, but Rose Gold is still going strong at the Disneyland Resort. A few months back, Disney Parks released a new Briar Rose Gold Collection, essentially a Rose Gold 2.0 collection of merchandise. And now Disney Tails is getting in on the fun with a new Briar Rose Gold Character Ears …
PHOTO REPORT: Disneyland Park 6/12/19 (New Merchandise, Wait Times, Park Enhancements, and More!)
Staff Writer
It’s almost summertime and we’re feeling the heat here in Southern California. The most bearable way to visit the Disneyland Resort on a hot day is to start early in the morning. Today, we ventured through Disneyland Park in the AM to check out all the latest happenings, including new merchandise and park enhancements. Disneyland …
PHOTOS: New Traceless Hair Ties with Character and Attraction Charms Spotted at Disneyland Park
Staff Writer
With the summer heat in full swing this week at the Disneyland Resort, you might be searching for a practical, but stylish way to keep your hair tied up. We spotted just the thing at Disney Clothiers in Disneyland Park. Now you can keep your hair pulled up off your neck with four new sets …
PHOTOS: Epcot Entrance and Tram Loop Overhaul Project Rages On – 6/12/19 Construction Update
Staff Writer
Big changes are underway at the entrance of Epcot. Some of the plans have been announced, while others are still quite vague. Every park is getting adjustments to improve the guest experience as they enter, and Epcot’s not exception. Let’s see how this project is coming since our last update. They’ve made a pretty big …
Say Goodbye to “Illuminations: Reflections of Earth” with Show’s Creator Don Dorsey, Composer Gavin Greenaway, & Vocalist Kellie Coffey at Walt Disney World; Tickets Available Now!
Jason Diffendal
Calling all IllumiNations fans! As you know, IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth will conclude its amazing 20-year run on September 30, 2019. Tickets are now available for WDWNT’s Reflections of Forever event, the premier fan event for the farewell to this amazing nighttime spectacular. Reflections of Forever will include three separately-ticketed events, including a once-in-a-lifetime private …
PHOTO REPORT: Epcot 6/12/19 (Future World Construction, Interesting World Showcase Finds, Takumi-Tei Construction Updates, and More!)
Staff Writer
It’s always a good day to check out the two worlds of Epcot: Future World and World Showcase. Let’s see what they have in store for us today. Future World I popped into Mouse Gear and found this fun new addition to the MagicBand line: Sorcerer Mickey! This one looks a lot better than the …
REVIEW: New Tiger Tail Chocolate Twist Spotted at Isle of Java in Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Staff Writer
Today, we spotted an all-new Tiger Tail treat at Isle of Java inside Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and let’s just say it was… grrrreat! The snack is basically the same chocolate twist that’s always been at Animal Kingdom, but it seems they’ve jazzed it up with some orange-flavored drizzle. This joins the long list of other treats …
PHOTOS: Logo Revealed for “Monsters At Work” Spinoff Series Coming to Disney+
Jessica Figueroa
Monsters, Inc. is coming to the Disney+ streaming service and in a whole new way! “Monsters At Work” is an animated series set six months after the original movie and will feature the entire original voice cast, including John Goodman as Sulley, and Billy Crystal as Mike Wazowski, John Ratzenberger as the Yeti, Jennifer Tilly as …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 6/12/19 (Sonny Eclipse is Missing, New Simba Headband, Hot Dog of the Month, and More!)
Annie Wilson
It’s a beautiful morning here at the Magic Kingdom! We’re ready for a great day here in the parks. It looks like we’re not alone. The crowds to get into the park are ridiculous this morning. Finally! We’re in the park! If you’re hungry, you may want to grab a snack before continuting to read. …
Fast Casual Hand-Crafted Burgers and Build-Your-Own Sundae Bar Coming to Restaurantosaurus For Select Nights at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
It appears the fast casual craze has made it over to Disney’s Animal Kingdom with the introduction of a new dining experience at Restaurantosaurus in Dinoland, USA! We’ve already seen this concept take over dinner over at the ABC Commissary in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, so it’ll be interesting to see how it fares over at …
PHOTOS: New Star Wars Shoulder Porg Plush Lands at Disney Parks
Tom Corless
If a Porg puppet from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is a little too big and cumbersome for you to lug on your next expedition to Black Spire Outpost, maybe this new, smaller shoulder Porg will be just the right size. In the same vein as the shoulder Groot plush that guests out in Disney’s California …
PHOTOS: We Have Just Met This Dug Loungefly Backpack and We Love Him at Disneyland Resort
Jessica Figueroa
Hello, my name is Jess. I have just met this Dug Loungefly Backpack and I love him. Once we saw this puppy making rounds on social media, we knew we had to find him, and we found him at Disneyland Resort, of all places! Specifically World of Disney in Downtown Disney District and Knick’s Knacks …
PHOTOS: Work Continues on Art of Animation Lobby Reflooring and Refurbishment Project
Jessica Figueroa
As we reported back in April, as part of the upgrades to Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, the floor of the resort lobby is currently being replaced in phases throughout the summer. When we last visited the resort, half of the lobby was wrapped in plastic black tarps. Construction has now moved on to the …
PHOTOS: Disney Skyliner Water Evacuation Boat Spotted Near Art of Animation/Pop Century Station
Jessica Figueroa
The last thing anyone wants to think about while zooming by in a Disney Skyliner over Hourglass Lake is the thought of having to evacuate, but thankfully, it’s something Disney has thought about––enter the Disney Skyliner Water Evacuation Boat: In the unlikely case your new highway in the sky is acting up, guests can now …
New Chip ‘n’ Dale Animated Series Announced for Disney+
Jessica Figueroa
We hope you’re in for even more kooky animated fun when Disney+ debuts, because it appears the lineup of animated series set to premiere with the streaming service just got better. According to What’s On Disney Plus, a brand-new Chip ‘n’ Dale comedy series was just announced for Disney+ at this year’s Annecy International Animated Film …
Disney Vacation Club Membership Magic Event Taking Place July 4th at Top of the World Lounge
Jessica Figueroa
Disney has just announced a special Fourth of July celebration just for Disney Vacation Club members. Check out all the details below! This Fourth of July, Disney Vacation Club Members are invited to celebrate Independence Day in distinctive fashion at the Top of the World Lounge atop Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Held …
