PHOTOS: Small World, Castle, Dog and Cat Leggings Arrive at Disney Parks
Ali
Four pairs of adorable new Disney-inspired leggings were spotted in Disneyland at the Main Street Clothier. First up are a pair featuring various cats from Disney movies including the Cheshire Cat from “Alice in Wonderland”, Figaro from “Pinocchio”, Simba from “The Lion King”, and several from “The Aristocats”. If cats aren’t your thing, there are …
Petition Launched Against Catchphrase From Disney’s ‘The Lion King’
Staff Writer
These days it seems that “everything the light touches” belongs to Disney. There are the huge properties like ‘Star Wars’ and ‘Marvel’, and within another particular property there’s also the Swahili-born phrase “Hakuna Matata” – the catchphrase-turned-melody made infamous through the magic of song in Disney’s animated 1994 classic ‘The Lion King’. “Hakuna Matata” means …
Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade to Feature New Sneak Peek at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Matthew Soberman
While it may be marked “Do Not Open Until 2019,” Disney Parks is offering a peek at next year’s big present on Christmas Day. Part of this year’s Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade will offer a preview of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, including the new rides, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance and Millennium …
ParksCenter – Santa Falls, DVC Rises, and Cast Issues – Ep. 35
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: A float collapse in Disneyland launches Santa out of his sleigh DVC annual dues go up, in some cases by almost 10% In two unrelated …
REVIEW: New Dole Whips, Bao Buns, and Lumpia from Tropical Hideaway at Disneyland Resort
Staff Writer
Today the long-awaited Tropical Hideaway, a new quick-service restaurant at the Disneyland Resort, has finally soft-opened to guests. Replacing the former Aladdin’s Oasis, this new Adventure Land restaurant features menu items that might be familiar to guests visiting from the Walt Disney World Resort. The offerings range between sweet and savory, so there certainly is …
TONIGHT: ParksCenter – Santa Falls, DVC Rises, and Cast Issues – Ep. 35
Ben
Tonight, December 19th 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, VIDEO: New Aerial Imagery Shows Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Progress In Disneyland
Staff Writer
Everyone is anxiously awaiting Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, which could be the most highly anticipated addition to the Disney Parks in a long time. New aerial video and photos of the construction in Disneyland show how far the construction crews have come with putting together the Rise of the Resistance and Millennium Falcon attractions. The …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Take an In-Depth Tour of Disneyland’s New Tiki Room, Jungle Cruise Restaurant – The Tropical Hideaway
Tom Corless
Today at Disneyland, the long awaited Tropical Hideaway in Adventureland soft-opened to guests. The new establishment replaces the long-shuttered Aladdin’s Oasis, former home of the Tahitian Terrace. It’s nestled between Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room and The Jungle Cruise, encompassing lore from both classic attractions, as well as a number of other past and present …
The Spunky Stork Store Opens at Disney Springs Marketplace
Staff Writer
Looking for some unique and organic clothes for you and your baby? Look no further than The Spunky Stork at Disney Springs Marketplace! The Orlando-based company is currently open inside Disney’s Wonderful World of Memories and will move to a permanent location in the coming weeks. The company uses hand printing presses to create each item while …
Dates Released for 2019-2020 runDisney Races
Matthew Soberman
Lace up your running shoes and grab your mouse ears! runDisney has revealed the dates for its races in late 2019 into 2020. There is a notable change for regular participants: registrations will now open at 10 AM EST on the corresponding day. The schedule, as it stands now: runDisney Virtual Series: June 1st – …
REVIEW: New Mushu Cupcake From All-Star Music Will Surprise You With More Than Just A Black Tongue
Annie Wilson
Walt Disney World has seen no shortage of sweet treats lately. This time of year, we see a lot of holiday cupcakes and cookies around the parks. A new specialty cupcake is available at Walt Disney World’s All-Star Music Resort and it honors a small, but mighty, Disney sidekick. Mushu, Mulan‘s dragon companion, is the …
PHOTO REPORT: Hollywood Studios 12/19/18 (Skyliner & Bus Loop Construction, Disney Jr. Dance Party Update, Galaxy’s Edge, ETC.)
Staff Writer
Bus Loop Construction Bus loop construction is at full speed these days. Let’s see how it’s going! The permanent bus directory signage is up, just not in use yet. Four new covered loops are being constructed as we speak, and it appears as though they might open in phases. One of the shelters, the one …
Disney Announces Attractions, Exhibits, and More for the NBA Experience at Disney Springs
Staff Writer
Ever since DisneyQuest was closed and began its transformation into the NBA Experience, there have been rumors about what this new experience would entail. We have a few new details today. Set to open in the summer of 2019, NBA Experience will open at Disney Springs and allow guests of all ages the chance to try out …
More Road Closures Coming To Walt Disney World Now Through December 21
Staff Writer
Heading into Walt Disney World before the holiday weekend? Be cautious of some road closures occurring around property. Starting Monday, Dec. 17 through the morning of Friday, Dec. 21, certain roads will be closed nightly from when Magic Kingdom Park closes through 6am. Please follow detour signage during these hours. The roads are expected to …
Potion Purple Minnie Ears To Debut At World Of Disney On December 26
Staff Writer
We first learned of these new ears back in November. Now, we know when they will officially be available for purchase. If shopping after Christmas is part of your traditions, you’ll be able to grab these on December 26 at World of Disney at Disney Springs. While World of Disney opens at 10am daily, Annual …
EW Gives Us Our First Look At Disney’s Live-Action “Aladdin” Characters
Joe Hogarty
Aladdin, Jasmine, and Genie grace the cover of this week’s Entertainment Weekly as they provide readers with the first look at Disney’s live action version of “Aladdin”. In the latest issue of EW, you can learn about the difficult task of replacing one of Disney’s iconic voice actors, how important it was to cast the …
BREAKING: World of Color Will Not Return to Disney California Adventure Until 2019
Tom Corless
In a statement to the OC Register made today, Disney announced that the World of Color nighttime spectacular will not return this year, despite originally stating that it would. World of Color went down for maintenance in April but did not return as planned in June. Since then, work on the show has been visible …
Liberty Square Riverboat Reopening Saturday December 22
Staff Writer
After being under refurbishment throughout most of the year, the Liberty Square Riverboat is finally setting sail through the Rivers of America this Saturday, December 22. The Walt Disney World website has updated their times guide showing that the riverboat would be back in operation from 9:30am to 7:00pm on Saturday, whereas all other dates …
Rose Gold Ear Headbands Arrive at Disney Cruise Line
Matthew Soberman
Look out, Donald Duck! Sailor hats are out, and rose gold ears are in! A new set of ear headbands have docked at Disney Cruise Line! Rose gold mania has swept the Disney Parks, taking over ear headbands, spirit jerseys, plushes, iPhone cases, and even food, and now it’s arrived at Disney Cruise Line. Keep …
VIDEO: Ride the Holiday Edition of Living With The Land
Staff Writer
Every year, Disney turns on the holiday charm at the Living with the Land attraction in Epcot’s Future World. It’s always a treat to see what Christmas and holiday decorations will appear on the ride, as Epcot itself transforms from the Food and Wine Festival to the International Festival of the Holidays. Disney doesn’t advertise …
PHOTOS: New Attraction Company Pens Available Online!
Jessica Figueroa
Being the attraction nerds that we are here at WDWNT, we freaked when we first saw these neat fake company pens, complete with cheeky business pitches. While they were first spotted at M. Mouse Mercantile over at the Grand Floridian, we’re pleased to announce that they are now also available on ShopDisney. Another set featuring classic …
New Special 4-Park Magic Tickets Makes Visiting Walt Disney World in 2019 More Affordable
Staff Writer
It’s hard to believe the year is almost over. I don’t know about you, but I’m ready to start planning vacations for next year. We may be biased here at WDWNT (it is in our name, after all) but Walt Disney World Resort is one of our favorites places to vacation. Starting January 18, 2019, …
Full Menu for Jaleo at Disney Springs Has Been Released
Staff Writer
Jaleo, the new restaurant coming to Disney Springs, has released their full menu. This restaurant has a few different locations around the country and was created by celebrity chef Jose Andres. You can see pictures of the ongoing construction here. As we watch the restaurant take shape on the outside, it’s now time to take …
Walt Disney World Cast Member Arrested For Stalking, Sexually Harassing Co-Worker
Matthew Soberman
A Walt Disney World cast member has been arrested and charged with stalking and sexual cyber-harassment of a co-worker. 18 year-old Nicolas Palazuelos worked as a lifeguard at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort in September when he met the victim, whose name was not released. The two became friends, though according to the victim, after two …
Long-Delayed Taste of the Magic Kingdom Tour Now Available for Booking
Tom Corless
Over a year ago, we told you that the Magic Kingdom was adding a “Taste of the Magic Kingdom” VIP Tour. Finally, the offering is available to book for dates starting February 24th, 2019. Here’s how Disney describes the offering: Discover how food memories are made as you taste your way through the kitchens of …
Instagram Ranks Tokyo Disneyland the Happiest Place on Earth
Staff Writer
As part of their yearly review, Instagram has officially named Tokyo Disneyland the “happiest geo-tagged place in the world.” This prodigious title is awarded based on the number of smiley face emojis used to caption images of the park on the global social media platform. Since the resort’s opening in 1983 – and the addition of …
Wetzel’s Pretzels Back Open After Refurbishment At Downtown Disney
Staff Writer
After extensive refurbishments and several locations closing and re-opening in the last year, Downtown Disney has gone through quite the change. Several businesses have been closed for construction and the latest opening, after refurbishment, is Wetzel’s Pretzels. The new exterior looks similar to many other refurbished buildings, such as Napolini Pizzeria that just opened back …
PHOTOS: Removal of ImageWorks Exhibits at Epcot’s Imagination Pavilion Begins, Character Meet and Greets Coming
Staff Writer
The ImageWorks located in the Imagination pavilion at Epcot has begun to undergo the transformation process to become a temporary home for character meet and greets. Construction walls have now gone up around the ImageWorks exhibit where guests could use their arms to wave Figment around, creating musical sounds. This exhibit will be demolished to …
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse LE MagicBand Arrives at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Staff Writer
A new Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse LE MagicBand has been spotted at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This stylish MagicBand is the first to feature Miles Morales as the famous web-slinger. The MagicBand is blue and sports a messy string of webbing all along the sides and center. One side reads “Miles Morales” while the other side …
Disney Vacation Club Annual Dues Have Increased For 2019
Staff Writer
Just like many prices around the park, the Disney Vacation Club (DVC) has not been immune to a price increase. It’s being reported that dues have increased for 2019. One example is for a DVC member with Animal Kingdom Kidani Village as their home resort. Last year, dues were $1,078.70. This year, they are $1,172.55. …
BREAKING: Disney Buys 965 Acres of Ranch Land Near Celebration
Staff Writer
Disney has purchased the BK Ranch, just southeast of Celebration, for $23 million. The BK Ranch is 965 acres, and is entitled for 3,000 homes and 378,000 square feet of commercial and office spaces. The ranch is located on Old Tampa Highway. It is about a mile west of the Poinciana SunRail station. This was …
PHOTOS: Epcot Resorts to Hollywood Studios Path Reopens with New Restrooms
Staff Writer
The seemingly endless parking lot construction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is one step closer to completion. Earlier this week, the path from the temporary bus loop to the park entrance was unveiled. Now, the modified path from Hollywood Studios to the Boardwalk Resort is open to the public as well! For the past few months, this …
REVIEW: Storybook Dining with Snow White Characters Begins A New Chapter for Artist Point, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Tom Corless
Artist Point opened with Disney’s Wilderness Lodge back in 1994, during Walt Disney World’s rush to add many signature restaurants and shed the notion that all theme park food was hamburgers, corn dogs, and popcorn. Since that time, Disney has added dozens of fine dining experiences to the resort, and Artist Point perhaps got a …
WDWNT Weekly Recap: Hot Chocolate Showdown, Galaxy’s Edge First Look, and Disneyland’s “Flying” Santa
Jessica Figueroa
Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all of the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of this week’s Disney news! Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom: According to recently-filed permits, it seems the Imagineering STOLport …
REVIEW: New Jingle Julep At Disneyland’s Bengal Barbecue
Staff Writer
A new holiday frozen drink has arrived at The Bengal Barbecue at Disneyland. The Jingle Julep is a frozen white hot chocolate with cookie butter and it is delicious. I am not sure how a frozen hot chocolate could be anything but good, but I had to try it to be sure and it did …
SHOP: Charming Charlie Releases New Velvet Minnie Ears
Staff Writer
Charming Charlie has two new velvet Minnie ears you can add to your collection and they are just $12 each! This is a bargain, especially after the ears in the parks got bumped up to $27.99. You can shop their entire collection of bargain priced Minnie ears here. Purple Velvet Minnie Ears Light Blue Velvet …
PHOTOS: TRON Lightcycle Roller Coaster Construction Site Expands Into The Magic Kingdom
Staff Writer
Ready Users? The TRON Lightcycle attraction is slowly but surely getting “programmed”. Earlier this month, we saw the pathway between Tomorrowland and Storybook Circus closed off due to construction. We can now see some of the progress from The Barnstormer queue line. Here’s more of the construction going on tucked behind Space Mountain. Here you …
Float Collapse in Disneyland’s Christmas Fantasy Parade Launches Santa Out of His Sleigh
Matthew Soberman
It’s always a magical sight when Santa Claus comes down Main Street U.S.A. in his sleigh… but when Santa’s falling out of his sleigh, it’s a different story. On Saturday afternoon at Disneyland, the float in A Christmas Fantasy Parade containing Santa’s sleigh broke, tipping over and launching old Saint Nick out of his seat. …
PHOTOS: Monorail Lime Regains Blue Delta
Jason Diffendal
We’ve had lots of monorail news recently, and unfortunately most of it has been bad news. But finally we get some good news that fans of the Monorail will surely welcome! Today, Monorail Lime finished a refurbishment and emerged from the shop. It was spotted running on the Magic Kingdom Express Line. How is that …
PHOTOS: Kingdom Hearts III Pop-Up Experience Opens At Disney Springs
Staff Writer
In anticipation of the release of Kingdom Hearts 3, Disney Springs has opened a limited time pop-up experience to offer players a chance to demo the game early. The experience is located right outside the Lime parking garage, across from the Polite Pig. In addition to the game demo, there is also artwork featuring the …
