PHOTOS, VIDEO: Character Gondolas Uncovered for the Disney Skyliner at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
Earlier this week, we saw the first Character Gondola (Goofy & Pals) make its big debut thanks to a torrential storm that passed through Orlando. Now, Disney has offered us a more deliberate view at the rest of the character gondolas on the Hollywood Studios line. All of the tarps are finally off, and the …
Disneyland Will Enforce 4-Hour Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Reservations with Colored Wristbands and “Stormtrooper” Patrols
Tom Corless
If you were wondering how Disney will enforce those 4-hour reservations to visit Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge from May 31st through June 23rd, wonder no longer. Per Brady MacDonald of the OC Register: Disneyland expects that four hours will be enough time for most visitors to explore Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge during the initial reservation-only …
LISTEN: Expedition Fix The Yeti with Ride Rehab
Staff Writer
On this episode of the Ride Rehab Podcast, Tyler and Thomas hide out in the Yeti Museum to talk Animal Kingdom, Tubbs the Goat, Zootopia, and the Yeti in Expedition Everest. Want even more Ride Rehab? Head over to our Soundcloud where we add cut content and outtakes that were removed from the final episode. …
ParksCenter – Play Pavilion Details, Star Wars Updates, and a Black Box Attraction? – Ep. 53
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 latest updates on what’s coming to Epcot’s new Play Pavilion The latest on Galaxy’s Edge, including details on building your own lightsaber, and extra …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Animal Kingdom 5/8/19 (Tree of Life Garden Path, New Pandora Merch, Flamingo Cupcake, ETC.)
Staff Writer
Jambo! from another day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! It was a rather gloomy looking day, and I was racing the rain, so let’s get this park walk started. Even though the Park celebrated it’s 21st birthday on April 22nd, you can still spot plenty of 20th anniversary banners around Discovery Island. My first stop of …
PHOTO REPORT: Epcot 5/8/19 (Merchandise Sales, New Plush, Relaxing in The Seas, ETC.)
Staff Writer
The Flower and Garden Festival may still be upon us for another month or so, but the Summer weather has hit Epcot already. Let’s see what the park has in store for us today! Merchandise and Sales in Mouse Gear A selection of Flower and Garden Festival merchandise is on sale throughout the park. You …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 5/8/19 (Americana Collection Merchandise, Mother’s Day Treats, Apparel Sales, ETC.)
Annie Wilson
It was a beautiful day, so we decided to head over for a relaxing morning stroll around Disney Springs. We decided to do a little shopping and check on the latest merchandise first. Inside Mickey’s Pantry, a cute set of patriotic dishes is available. These would be perfect for summer. They’re made of a plastic …
Rinse Bath & Body Co. Opens First West Coast Location in Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort
Jessica Figueroa
Disney has just announced the opening of their Rinse Bath & Body Co. location at Downtown Disney District! They announced the natural bath and body products company back in March, so we’re excited it’s finally open. Check out their full introduction of the space! Rinse Bath & Body Co., a charming new boutique featuring fresh, …
TONIGHT: ParksCenter – Play Pavilion Details, Star Wars Updates, and a Black Box Attraction? – Ep. 53
Ben
Tonight, March 8th 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: …
PHOTOS: In-Depth Look at Lightsaber Hilts, Kyber Crystals, and Holocrons Available at Savi’s Workshop in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Jessica Figueroa
Earlier today, Disney gave us the inside story on The Gatherers, a group of men and women who have dedicated their lives to restoring balance in the galaxy by passing on their knowledge of the Force and the ancient ways of the Jedi. The Gatherers guide those who seek their assistance in creating their own …
PHOTOS: Decorative Siding, Guest Railings Installed as Hollywood Studios Disney Skyliner Station Nears Completion
Staff Writer
As Disney Skyliner stations across the resort move full steam ahead with construction, we noticed a couple new updates at the Disney’s Hollywood Studios station, which seems to be nearing completion. Just last week, we brought you a look at the first revealed Skyliner gondola with a character decal on it on the Hollywood Studios …
PHOTOS: Ride Vehicle Flying Orbs Installed For Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind in Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure
Jessica Figueroa
Located on the burial grounds of The Maliboomer, Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind will soon take riders on a whimsical journey through human feeling. This family-friendly spinner style attraction has been coming together quickly in the past few weeks, with the Memory Orb wall and attraction spinning base installed recently. While there’s no opening date for the …
REVIEW: New Dulce de Leche Brownie Sundae at The Plaza Ice Cream Parlor in The Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
The latest creamy creation to debut at the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor is the Dulce de Leche Brownie sundae! Let’s dig in before it melts. The sundae comes with a brownie base, topped with dulce de leche ice cream, hot fudge, Heath bar crumbles, whipped cream, and, of course, a cherry on top. As a …
VIDEO: Aladdin Takes Jasmine On A Magic Carpet Ride In This New Clip From “Aladdin”
Joe Hogarty
Watch as Princess Jasmine and Prince Ali journey on a magic carpet to see a whole new world in this brand new clip from “Aladdin”. “Aladdin” opens in theaters on May 24th. A thrilling and vibrant live-action adaptation of Disney’s animated classic, “Aladdin” is the exciting tale of the charming street rat Aladdin, the courageous …
REVIEW: Aladdin-Inspired Flatbreads Take Flight at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar for a Limited Time at Disney Springs
Staff Writer
Since its inception, Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar at Disney Springs has become pretty well-known for adding seasonal and limited-time food items to the menu. The latest limited-time food offerings are here to promote Disney’s new live-action Aladdin movie, set to debut later this month. Two new “Flying Carpet Flatbreads” have been added to the menu, …
PHOTOS: Groovy New Merchandise Line Spotted at Disney’s Pop Century Resort
Staff Writer
A radical new line of merchandise has been spotted at Disney’s Pop Century Resort! This totally tight new line features a new mug, shirt, magnets, pins, and more! Let’s take a look! Pop Century Resort Logo Tie-dye Tee – $24.99 Pop Century Resort Logo Travel Tumbler – $17.99 Pop Century Resort “Toothpick Holder” – $9.99 …
PHOTOS: New “Up” Grape Soda Ellie Badge Purse Treks Into Disney Parks
Jessica Figueroa
You and me, we’re in a club now! Especially with this new Grape Soda Ellie Badge purse. Themed after the movie “Up”, the purse is modeled after the pin Ellie gives Carl when they first meet as children and form a bond over the thrill of adventure. At the end of the movie, Carl awards …
PHOTOS: Fan-Inspired Disney Attraction Buttons Now Being Sold at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
In what seems like a recent trend for Disney merchandising, Disney has looked to fan creations for the… “inspiration” behind their latest line of merchandise: fan-inspired Disney Attraction Buttons. We found them at World of Disney in Disney Springs. The sets cost $9.99 each and are based off a number of attractions, like The Haunted …
PHOTO REPORT: Hollywood Studios 5/8/19 (Wait Times, Star Wars Autographs, General Construction Updates, ETC.)
Staff Writer
Let’s take a lap around Disney’s Hollywood Studios and see what’s going on. It really wasn’t too busy today, by recent standards. At about 10 AM (an hour after open), the line for Slinky Dog Dash wasn’t even using the entire queue. I don’t think that 85 minutes wait was accurate either, seems too long …
PHOTOS: More Details Released For Savi’s Workshop and Lightsaber Customization at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Jessica Figueroa
For those travelers to Black Spire Outpost who feel a stronger connection with the Force, you are not alone. Disney has just released more in-depth details on Savi’s Workshop and options for lightsaber customization at the shop located within Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge: To find like-minded others, make your way to Savi’s Scrapyard. Those who …
Toy Story & Pixar Pals Summer Splash Coming to Hong Kong Disneyland Resort This Summer
Jessica Figueroa
Pixar fans, it’s time to pack your bags and head to Hong Kong Disneyland this summer for the Toy Story & Pixar Pals Summer Splash, running from June 26th to September 1st, 2019! Plus, there are even more offerings coming this summer, like special character-themed room overlays, and the debut of a brand-new Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: “Tale of the Lion King” Theatrical Outdoor Show Coming This Summer to Disney California Adventure
Jessica Figueroa
Disney has just announced that this summer, Disney California Adventure park will be celebrating the beloved characters and music of Disney’s “The Lion King” with an imaginative new adaptation of this timeless story, presented as a highly-theatrical outdoor musical production entitled, “Tale of the Lion King.” They’ve also given us a behind-the-scenes look at the …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney California Adventure 5/7/19 (Marvel Land Construction, Guardians of the Galaxy Props, New Merchandise, ETC.)
Staff Writer
It might be a dreary month so far in Southern California, but the gloomy weather isn’t keeping anyone away from the Disneyland Resort. The crowd levels are going strong as we gear up for a busy May, with grad nite events and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opening day on the horizon. Here are the latest …
PHOTOS: Coronado Springs Resort Construction Update 5/4/19 (Villa Del Lago Signage and Decor Goes Up, Gran Destino Tower Finishing Touches)
Staff Writer
Welcome back! Projects all around the Walt Disney World resort are moving very quickly, and another project that seems to be wrapping up is Grand Destino Tower and Villa Del Lago at Disney’s Coronado Springs! We brought you an update just a few weeks ago, but we’ve since noticed even more progress we wanted to …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 5/7/19 (Tomorrowland Speedway Testing, New Merchandise, Non-Smoking Areas, ETC.)
Staff Writer
It’s May in the Magic Kingdom! Summer is here, as is the heat, and soon, also, the crowds. Let’s enjoy this minor lull in traffic and see what’s new in the park. The in-park smoking ban is now in full effect. I can finally visit a few of the quiet spots that I, as a …
Disney Announces Slew of New Films Through 2027, Including Star Wars and Marvel Phase 4
Staff Writer
Disney has announced a huge slew of films for the next 7 (yeah, seven!) years. Earlier this year, Disney obtained 20th Century Fox and with it came a ton of new media content. Let’s break this down and see what we’ve got in store through 2027: Star Wars Following The Rise of Skywalker coming out this December, …
PHOTOS: Adorable New Dumbo Steiff Plush Lands at Big Top Souvenirs in the Magic Kingdom
Staff Writer
With the recent launch of the new Dumbo Dooney & Bourke line around Walt Disney World, we also recently spotted an adorable new Steiff plush of Dumbo himself! Dumbo Steiff Collectable Plush – $74.99 The plush was found at Big Top Souvenirs at Magic Kingdom and retails for $74.99. This high price point isn’t uncommon …
REVIEW: New Flamingo Cupcake at Creature Comforts in Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Staff Writer
Springtime is in full swing at the Walt Disney World Resort, and with that comes new seasonal treats rolling into locations across property. On a recent visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, I stopped by Creature Comforts to get one of those sweet (free!) venti cups of water, and ended up stumbling across this new Flamingo …
PHOTOS: Cinderella Castle Pathway Officially Closed Off for Widening Project at the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
Another beautiful day in the Magic Kingdom, another dreamy walk through the narrow, yet quaint Cinderella Castle walkway… Nope, denied. With the foundation for the expanded walkway already poured, Disney has officially closed off the old narrow pathway for construction. As you can see in the image above, the entire span of the walkway is …
REVIEW: Raspberry Lemon Razzle Dazzle Glacier at Big Top Souvenirs in The Magic Kingdom
Staff Writer
One of my favorite parts of the Storybook Circus area of Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom is “Big Top Souvenirs”. It’s one of the larger gift shops in the park, but it’s also full of lots of fun snacks, like any good circus should be. In addition to cookies and candy apples, they also have a …
VIDEO: Aladdin Wishes To Become A Prince In This New Clip From “Aladdin”; New Poster Revealed
Joe Hogarty
In this new clip from “Aladdin”, Genie explains some of the rules of wish making to Aladdin and why it’s important to be careful with what you wish for. And check out the new poster below. “Aladdin” opens in theaters on May 24th. A thrilling and vibrant live-action adaptation of Disney’s animated classic, “Aladdin” is …
PHOTOS: “Ears to America” Patriotic Merchandise Arrives at Mouse Gear in Epcot
Annie Wilson
The stars and stripes have arrived at Walt Disney World, so summer can’t be far away. All-new apparel has debuted at Mouse Gear at Epcot and it’s perfect for celebrating the red, white and blue! Patriotic Minnie Ears – $27.99 The Patriotic Minnie Ears are now available. The stars and stripes are sequins that shine …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disney Channel Gives Insider Look at Probe Droid, Cargo Pods, and More of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland Park
Jessica Figueroa
It appears Disney wants to make sure they include the whole family in on the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge fun with this latest video giving an inside look at the land. In the video, we get a glimpse of a never-before-seen First Order Probe Droid stationed in the land, a closer look at Strono Tuggs’ …
PHOTOS: Leaked Concept Art and Model Reveal Budget-Cut Plans for New York-Themed Marvel Land and Spider-Man Roller Coaster at Disneyland Paris
Tom Corless
By now, you’ve heard about what fans are calling the Spider-Man version of Toy Story Midway Mania coming to Disney Parks, but some leaked concept art and model pictures of the original plans for the Disneyland Paris project point to something grander that almost happened. The art above shows a portion of Walt Disney Studios …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Stinky Pete Disney Parks Play App Interaction Added to Toy Story Mania at Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
Disney has just announced some new features for the Play Disney Parks app in-park games available at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Next time you’re in line for Toy Story Mania!, make sure you check out Stinky Pete the Prospector! The Play Disney Parks app allows guests visiting Walt Disney World Resort and the Disneyland Resort to …
PHOTOS: A Closer Look at TRON Lightcycle Power Run Roller Coaster Construction at The Magic Kingdom
Staff Writer
Just the other day, we showed you the first pictures of the coaster track supports that have been installed for the upcoming Tron roller coaster at Magic Kingdom. Yesterday, we took a trip out to the site to get a better view. A bit has changed since our last update. Standing on top of the …
DREAMFINDERS: Jeff Kurtti on Befriending the Sherman Brothers, Working in Imagineering, and Writing Your Favorite Disney Books
Staff Writer
If you’re a Disney parks fan and a bit of a bookworm, it’s highly likely you know Jeff Kurtti – author of such fan favorite Disney books as Since the World Began, The Art of Disneyland, Imagineering Legends, and 27 other Disney titles! But his writing is just the tip of the iceberg. Jeff sits …
Permits Reveal Bungalows, Hotel Layout, Tri-Circle D Ranch Relocation for Reflections – A Disney Lakeside Resort
Matthew Soberman
A recent permit filing with the State of Florida has revealed the general outline of Reflections – A Disney Lakeside Resort, including bungalows, and the changes that will be coming to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground. We’ve outlined the buildings in green. The large building in the center will be the main building, which …
PHOTOS: New Mexican “Concha” Sweet Bread Minnie Ears Roll Into Disney Parks
Jessica Figueroa
Connoisseurs of Mexican baked goods, behold! A new sweet Minnie Ear creation has rolled its way into Walt Disney World, and we expect it to arrive at Disneyland Parks any segundo now. We got a sneak peek at the new Americana Minnie Ears just in time for 4th of July, but these ears truly take …
PHOTOS: New Americana Minnie Ears Salute The Red, White, and Blue at Epcot
Jessica Figueroa
America, America! New Minnie ears for thee! Check out the latest Minnie Ear headbands to hit the shelves at Epcot! These Americana Minnie Ears salute the red, white, and blue in sparkly Disney style. The ears feature a blue satin base with red velvet lining, as well as a blue satin ear with contrasting silver …
