Play Disney Parks App Will Allow Guests To Interact With Droids, Take Jobs, Hack and Translate Throughout Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Tom Corless
From Entertainment Weekly: Star Wars characters have droids to help them explore their world. You’ll have your smartphone. As they explore Black Spire Outpost inside the Galaxy’s Edge attraction at Disneyland and Walt Disney World, guests will be able to use the Play Disney Parks app on their devices to learn more about the events unfolding around …
BREAKING: New Details Released for Millennium Falcon – Smuggler’s Run Ride in Star Wars – Galaxy’s Edge
Tom Corless
From Entertainment Weekly: The Millennium Falcon doesn’t reveal itself right away. It waits to be found. Disneyland and Walt Disney World visitors will already be far within the 14-acre Star Wars-themed world of Galaxy’s Edge — full of droid shops, shady cantinas, and clandestine lightsaber manufacturers — when they finally happen upon it. Turn a …
BREAKING: Every Shop and New Merchandise Revealed for Star Wars – Galaxy’s Edge; Droid Depot, Resistance Supply, and More!
Tom Corless
The following information comes to us from D23.com: Droid Depot: The Droid Depot is located in the market, inviting patrons to pick parts and pieces off a conveyor belt, then build and customize their astromech droids (R-series or BB-series); the droids are capable of interacting with elements in the land, responding to guests’ behaviors. Additional …
BREAKING: Docking Bay 7, Ronto’s Roasters, Kat Sakas’s Kettle Restaurants Revealed, Full Food & Drink Menus for Star Wars – Galaxy’s Edge
Tom Corless
The following information was released on D23.com: Oga’s Cantina If you’re like C-3PO, who thinks “space travel sounds rather perilous”—or if you simply want to unwind after a daring day of wandering through Black Spire Outpost—look no further than Oga’s Cantina, where even the blaster-bolt scorches on the walls tell a story. Run by an …
BREAKING: Sneak Peek of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Released, Including Full Menus, Merchandise, and Ride Walkthroughs
Jessica Figueroa
With the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland park edging ever closer, lots of news is brewing. Disneyland Park Cast Members recently got a unique preview of what the costumes across Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will look like. Designs for the costumes will vary throughout the Village, Smuggler’s Run, and Rise Of The Resistance areas …
Improvements Coming to Epcot Park Entrance Including Covered Bag Check and More Metal Detectors
Jessica Figueroa
Recently, we covered improvements to the bus loops at Disney’s Hollywood Studios as well as an upcoming shaded bag check area coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom park. Although big changes are on the horizon for Epcot’s entrance, other improvements to the park’s entrance will be coming very soon as they finalize construction work in the …
TONIGHT: ParksCenter – Star Wars Land Updates, and a New Play Pavilion for Epcot! – Ep. 44
Ben
Tonight, February 27th 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: New Resort-Specific Dooney & Bourke Tote Available at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa
Jessica Figueroa
If Disney were to create a Dooney & Bourke bag for any of its resorts, of course it would have to start with its flagship resort: Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. The latest and first resort-specific collection to hit Walt Disney Resort, it pays homage to all the classic themes and visual elements incorporated …
PHOTOS: Class of 2019 Alex and Ani Bangle Now Available at The Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
Class of 2019, it’s time to turn those tassels! Celebrate your academic efforts at the happiest place on earth (or at least wear a piece of it on your arm.) We spotted this Class of 2019 Alex and Ani bangle at the Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A. in the Magic Kingdom and it features a …
REVIEW: Candy Brownie from Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe at Disneyland Park
Staff Writer
When it comes to sweet treats at Disneyland, there are options galore. Get Your Ears On Celebration has a ton of sweets to go along with all the standard sweet treats commonly offered throughout the park. With so many choices, it can be hard to decide, but do yourself a favor and check out the …
PHOTOS: Disneyland Resort Spirit Jersey Hoodie Now Available at The Emporium at Disneyland Park
Jessica Figueroa
Have you ever worn a Spirit Jersey and thought, “Man, this is cozy… but this really needs a hood and some pockets.” Well, the Disney merchandising team overheard you and come up with this Franken-jersey that was first released in Walt Disney World. It’s been pretty chilly over in California lately, so they finally brought it …
REVIEW: New Frosted Mickey Donut Cookies at the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
During a stroll through the Magic Kingdom earlier this morning, we uncovered some new sweet treats at Big Top Souvenirs: Mickey Donut Shortbread Cookies! It’s very much like Disney to theme food items after other food items (that may or may not be themed after merchandise.) At first, we thought these would be the same …
PHOTO: First Look at Orange Bird Souvenir Cup for the Epcot Flower & Garden Festival 2019
Staff Writer
An Orange Bird Sipper Cup is going to be available during the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival 2019. Ashley Carter on Twitter got a great photo of our little orange friend, and they look adorable! You can enjoy a delicious Orange Cream Slushy in this Souvenir Orange Bird Sipper Cup, at the Citrus Blossom booth during the …
Autographed Sugar Rush Steering Wheel Replica On eBay Auction for Make-A-Wish Foundation
Jessica Figueroa
If you’re a really, really big fan of Ralph Breaks The Internet or are just looking for an interesting way to donate money to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, look no further than this replica of the Sugar Rush steering wheel that’s on auction now on eBay. This IRL replica of the steering wheel was donated by Walt …
PHOTOS: Signage Goes Up As New Hollywood Studios Bus Loops Prepare to Open
Jessica Figueroa
Work has been revving up at the upcoming new bus loops at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Finishing touches are being added, including backlit signs, new resort signage and queues, and signature teal paint along the art deco grooves of the bus loop buildings. The loop closest to the park entrance (and right next to the new …
PHOTOS: New Toy Story Loungefly Backpacks Unboxed at Disney Parks
Jessica Figueroa
Disneyland Resort gets all the good Loungeflys. Just a few weeks ago, we brought you some amazingly themed Star Wars Loungefly backpacks… and now even more backpacks themed to Toy Story have been released. The bags feature two toy icons: Buzz Lightyear and Woody. Let’s check them out before they get chucked into the attic. …
PHOTOS: Paper Straws Now Being Distributed at Joffrey’s Coffee Locations in Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
It appears that even more paper straws are making their way to Disney Parks! While paper straws are the norm at any Joffrey’s location in, say, Disney’s Animal Kingdom park, today we spotted some at the Joffrey’s kiosk outside the exit to the Tower of Terror in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. [Rod Serling voice] “You’ve entered… …
PHOTOS: Tails Return to Slinky Dog Dash Coaster Trains in Toy Story Land, Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Tom Corless
This morning, guests arriving at Early Morning Magic at Disney’s Hollywood Studios were in for a surprise: Slinky Dog’s tail has returned to all of the trains on Slinky Dog Dash in Toy Story Land. You may recall that the tails were removed a few months back amid some safety concerns. We’re grateful that the …
BREAKING: Star Wars – Galaxy’s Edge Cast Costumes and Nametags Revealed UPDATE
Staff Writer
Cast Members at Disneyland got a sneak peek at what the costumes across Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will look like, and they have taken to the internet to share these details! It looks like Cast Members will have over 20 different costume looks, and have the option to mix and match pieces as they like …
Full Marketplace Menus, Food Photos Released for 2019 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival
Jessica Figueroa
The Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival is returning to the Disneyland Resort on March 1, featuring unforgettable cuisine and beverages from regions across the Golden State. In addition to 14 Festival Marketplaces with incredible menus, guests can enjoy family-friendly seminars, celebrity chef sightings, a dinner with Disney chefs, and so much more! The …
PHOTOS: New Topiaries Installed for the 2019 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival
Staff Writer
Preparation is under way at Epcot for the upcoming 2019 Flower and Garden Festival, which starts March 6th. Among the many fun offerings at the Festival every year are impressive Disney character topiaries that are placed all over the park. Here’s a look at some that have been installed already! The Toy Story gang is …
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique to Open at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, Magic Kingdom Location Expansion Confirmed
Tom Corless
A new Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique location is set to open at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa this summer in order to provide more royal transformations than ever before. The new boutique – the third of its kind at Walt Disney World – will be located inside what’s currently the Ivy Trellis Salon, which will relocate …
PHOTOS: Permanent Security Structure Erected at Harbor Boulevard Entrance, Disneyland Resort
Staff Writer
A couple of weeks ago, we reported that a permanent structure was being built at the eastern Harbor Blvd Security Checkpoint. We can report that the permanent structure is now officially complete. Harbor Blvd. Security Checkpoint This Security Checkpoint is located to the east of the Esplanade, closest to Harbor Blvd. This entrance is used …
Sugarboo & Co. Boutique Store Coming This Spring to Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort
Jessica Figueroa
Exciting plans are underway to bring Sugarboo & Co., to the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort this spring! This family-owned unique boutique is cozy and filled with thoughtful, treasured gifts and must-haves for yourself. Sugarboo & Co. stocks uplifting art prints and charming home goods as well as whimsical paper products, handmade ceramics, candles, …
REVIEW: Fantasia Mickey Churro Near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad – Get Your Ears On Celebration at Disneyland Park
Staff Writer
Get Your Ears On – A Mickey and Minnie Celebration is the gift that keeps on giving. Yet another specialty churro was released, this time a Fantasia Mickey Churro in Frontierland. Fantasia Mickey Churro – $6.25 This chocolate churro is dusted with red and blue glitter sugar and served with a side of red marshmallow …
REVIEW: Bacon Cheddar and Green Onion Fritters at Royal Street Veranda – Get Your Ears On Celebration at Disneyland Park
Staff Writer
New specialty food items are being released a month after the Get Your Ears On – A Mickey and Minnie Celebration began. First, we tried the new Banana Pudding Churro, then the Celebration Cake from Plaza Inn. Now we’re trying the new Bacon Cheddar and Green Onion Fritters at Royal Street Veranda. Are these fritters worth …
REVIEW: New Chocolate Chip Cookie Seasonal Shake at Dockside Diner, Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Staff Writer
This week, Dockside Diner at Disney’s Hollywood Studios debuted an all-new seasonal milkshake! The latest shake is chocolate chip cookie-inspired and literally has chocolate chip cookie crumbles throughout the vanilla shake! Cookie Inspired Seasonal Shake – $5.49 The shake consists of a vanilla base with chocolate chip cookie crumbles and whipped cream (topped with more …
Back to the Future LIVE! – The History of If You Had Wings, Delta Dreamflight, and Buzz Lightyear Rides Airs at 9:00PM ET Tonight
Tom Corless
It’s time to go back! Take a flight through history, far-away lands, and even space tonight at WDWNTunes.com or on YouTube, as WDWNT presents the complete history of If You Had Wings, Delta Dreamflight, and Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin. This multimedia experience will include rare imagery, thoughtful insights, and more as we celebrate 30 …
Something Silver and Sublime Stores Closing at Disney Springs
Tom Corless
The Something Silver and Sublime stores at Disney Springs will be closing soon. Something Silver opened on the West Side back in 2011. Owned by the same company, the Sublime kiosk near Paddlefish already closed yesterday. It opened in 2014. No date has been announced for the closure of Something Silver.
PHOTOS: Tron Coaster Construction Update at the Magic Kingdom
Staff Writer
Construction continues at Magic Kingdom for the upcoming Tron Lightcycle Power Run. Work is taking place just outside of Tomorrowland, north of Space Mountain. There are a few notable changes since our last update. The crane has been here for about two weeks now, and it makes quite an impression. You can see it from …
SHOP: ‘Toy Story’ Themed Nike LeBron Soldier XII FlyEase Sneakers Now Available Online
Alicia
Looking for some fresh new kicks to wear to Toy Story Land in Disney’s Hollywood Studios? Or, wanting a pair of Toy Story-themed shoes before the fourth movie comes out? Have no fear, Nike is here! That’s right, LeBron James worked with Nike to create Woody-themed Toy Story sneakers. If this isn’t an epic collaboration, we …
PHOTO REPORT: Animal Kingdom 2/26/19 (Otter Exhibit Construction, New Pins, Pandora Floor Painting, ETC.)
Staff Writer
It’s a rainy day in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Let’s take a look around and see what’s new. Otter Exhibit #otterwatch2019 is still going strong. We’ve been watching this spot for quite some time now, with very little activity. However, within the last month, the project took a turn for the interesting. This concrete wall went …
New Lion King Signature Experience To Be Offered at Disneyland Paris
Staff Writer
Celebrate the upcoming The Lion King and Jungle Festival at Disneyland Paris like a true Pridelander with the newest Signature Collection package! This isn’t the first Signature Collection package on offer at the resort, however it is definitely the wildest! Join the pack with The Lion King Signature Experience and benefit from these ROAR-some exclusives… Best seats …
DREAMFINDERS: Benjamin Lancaster Talks Making a Movie in the Magic Kingdom with Walt Disney’s Frozen Head
Staff Writer
Benjamin Lancaster, writer and director of “The Further Adventures of Walt’s Frozen Head,” chats with Nathan about his love for storytelling, how Nikita Khrushchev inspired his feature film, and what lead him to make the movie gorilla style in the Magic Kingdom. Dreamfinders is a podcast hosted by Nathan Hartman about the creative culture surrounding …
PHOTOS: New 3rd Edition Uh-Oa! Bowl at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Jessica Figueroa
There’s a new Uh-Oa! bowl at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and it’s perfect for your burgeoning collection of Tiki mugs. It’s the second release so far this month and it’s a pretty amazing pedestal of a bowl. As you turn the bowl around, you can see that the Tiki figures …
Even More Food Photos Revealed for 2019 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival
Jessica Figueroa
It seems a few week ago we were in a frenzy over the Epcot International Festival of the Arts, but it’s almost time for the 2019 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival! This year’s festival features 17 Outdoor Kitchens and several other locations through the park that will be offering delectable festival bites and libations. While full …
Keystone Clothiers and Legends of Hollywood at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Temporarily Closing for Refurbishment on March 1
Jessica Figueroa
Beginning March 1, the Keystone Clothiers and Legends of Hollywood stores at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be temporarily closed for refurbishment as part as improvements across Sunset Boulevard. The Planet Hollywood Super Store closed just a few weeks ago, and Disney is quick at work on expanding the Legends of Hollywood shop into this entire …
Disney Vacation Club Inventory and Point Averages Announced for New Riviera Resort
Jessica Figueroa
We got a first look at Disney’s Riviera Resort rooms concept art and floor plans in late January, but with the DVC resort’s grand opening nearing, Disney Vacation Club has filed a series of documents with the Orange County Comptroller. According to DVCNews.com, timeshare declarations filed include all villas on the 5th floor along with the westernmost …
REVIEW: New Taste of the Magic Kingdom VIP Tour Is Mostly Stale
Tom Corless
Today marked the first “public” offering of the Taste of the Magic Kingdom VIP Tour. It officially started yesterday, but the first one was pre-sold to Golden Oak residents and Club 33 members, which is pretty much how everything at Walt Disney World goes now. Anyway, here’s how Disney describes the offering: Discover how food …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 2/25/19 (Spring Break Merchandise, Tomorrowland Construction Walls, Casey Jr. Maintenance, ETC.)
Annie Wilson
The weather has been beautiful, and the crowds are starting to slow down after the holiday weekend, so we knew it was a good day to visit the Magic Kingdom. There’s been so much new merchandise released lately, we decided to do a little shopping on Main Street first. When we stopped by the Emporium, …
