REVIEW: “Takumi Table” Food Studio – Epcot International Festival of the Arts 2019
Jessica Figueroa
Welcome to a food studio review for the 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Arts, taking place in the park from January 18 to February 25, 2019. This review will cover the “Takumi Table” Food Studio located near the Japan Pavilion. (Note that the menu prices do not include tax!) For our complete coverage of the 2019 …
REVIEW: Refreshment Outpost Kiosk – Epcot International Festival of the Arts 2019
Jessica Figueroa
Welcome to a food studio review for the 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Arts, taking place in the park from January 18 to February 25, 2019. This review will cover the Refreshment Outpost, which is actually a year-round kiosk location at Epcot. It’s located on the World Showcase promenade, just over the drawbridge from China. For the …
REVIEW: Fife & Drum Kiosk – Epcot International Festival of the Arts 2019
Jessica Figueroa
Welcome to a food studio review for the 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Arts, taking place in the park from January 18 to February 25, 2019. This review will cover the Fife & Drum kiosk at the American Adventure pavilion in World Showcase. While the Fife & Drum kiosk in World Showcase is open year-round, it …
PHOTOS: Major Lunch and Dinner Menu Changes Made at Kona Cafe, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Jessica Figueroa
Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resorts is one of our favorite low-key, yet nice table service restaurants in Walt Disney World. It’s easy to get reservations here and they’re always changing up the menu to keep things fresh and new for repeat guests. The restaurant is located on the 2nd floor near the monorail platform …
Opening Date Announced for Soaring Fantastic Flight at Tokyo DisneSea, S.E.A. Connections Revealed
Iain
Tokyo DisneySea has released more information on Soaring: Fantastic Flight today, which will open on July 23, 2019. The new attraction will take guests into the Museum of Fantastic Flight, which is dedicated to the dreams of flying. The current exhibit on display will be honoring Camellia Falco, a name we’ve seen in Disneyland’s new …
REVIEW: Salted Caramel Funnel Cake – Epcot International Festival of the Arts 2019
Jessica Figueroa
Welcome to a food studio review for the 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Arts, taking place in the park from January 18 to February 25, 2019. This review will cover the Funnel Cake kiosk between The American Adventure and the Japan Pavilion. While the Funnel Cake kiosk in World Showcase is open year-round, something special …
REVIEW: “El Artista Hambriento” Food Studio – Epcot International Festival of the Arts 2019
Jessica Figueroa
Welcome to a food studio review for the 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Arts, taking place in the park from January 18 to February 25, 2019. This review will cover the “El Artista Hambriento” Food Studio located near the Mexico Pavilion. (Note that the menu prices do not include tax!) For our complete coverage of the …
REVIEW: “The Painter’s Palate” Food Studio – Epcot International Festival of the Arts 2019
Jessica Figueroa
Welcome to a food studio review for the 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Arts, taking place in the park from January 18 to February 25, 2019. This review will cover “The Painter’s Palate” Food Studio located inside the Odyssey, between Test Track and Mexico. (Note that the menu prices do not include tax!) For our complete …
REVIEW: Taste Track Kiosk – Epcot International Festival of the Arts 2019
Jessica Figueroa
Welcome to a food studio review for the 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Arts, taking place in the park from January 18 to February 25, 2019. This review will cover the Taste Track kiosk located in Future World East near the exit of Test Track. While the Taste Track kiosk in World Showcase is typically a seasonal location, …
BREAKING: Lee Unkrich Leaves Pixar
Iain
Lee Unkrich, the director of hit Pixar films like Toy Story 3 and Coco, has confirmed today that he has left Pixar Studios. Fans on the internet agree that he is leaving on a high note, as both Coco and Toy Story 3 won Best Animated Feature at the Academy Awards, as well as numerous …
REVIEW: “Mosaic Canteen” Food Studio – Epcot International Festival of the Arts 2019
Jessica Figueroa
Welcome to a food studio review for the 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Arts, taking place in the park from January 18 to February 25, 2019. This review will cover the “Mosaic Canteen” Food Studio located near the Morocco Pavilion. (Note that the menu prices do not include tax!) For our complete coverage of the 2019 …
REVIEW: “The Deconstructed Dish” Food Studio – Epcot International Festival of the Arts 2019
Jessica Figueroa
Welcome to a food studio review for the 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Arts, taking place in the park from January 18 to February 25, 2019. This review will cover “The Deconstructed Dish” Food Studio located near the World Showcase Plaza. (Note that the menu prices do not include tax!) For our complete coverage of the …
PHOTOS: An Incredible Celebration – “Where’s Jack-Jack?” Scavenger Hunt Delayed, Not Fully Operational Yet
Jessica Figueroa
Starting today through September 30, 2019, you can experience the world of The Incredibles at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Bask in the world of Supers at Pixar Place, which has been transformed into a Municiberg city block right out of Metroville! An Incredible Celebration hosts a number of neat activities just in time for Hollywood Studios’ 30th Anniversary. We were …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Hakuna Matata Time Dance Party Debuts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
Today marks the start of the 25th anniversary celebration of Walt Disney Pictures’ “The Lion King” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, along with Timon and Rafiki hosting the “Hakuna Matata Time Dance Party”. Just yesterday, we saw this gorgeous carved wood photo-op go up at the entrance to the park, and there are even more special three-dimensional …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: An Incredible Celebration – The Super Shindig Dance Party
Jessica Figueroa
Starting today through September 30, 2019, you can experience the world of The Incredibles at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Bask in the world of Supers at Pixar Place, which has been transformed into a Municiberg city block right out of Metroville! An Incredible Celebration hosts a number of neat activities just in time for Hollywood Studios’ 30th Anniversary. One of …
PHOTOS: First Look at Food for Mickey & Minnie’s Surprise Celebration at Magic Kingdom
Matthew Soberman
With Mickey & Minnie’s Surprise Celebration kicking off today, we got our first look at what specialty food items will be available around Magic Kingdom for this special celebration of Disney’s first super-couple. And the best news is, they’re all available starting today! At Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café, the Mickey Burger has returned! The angus …
REVIEW: An Incredible Celebration – Lunch at Neighborhood Bakery (Num Num Cookie, Hero Sandwich, Pretzel Mask with Cheese, Slushies)
Jessica Figueroa
Starting today through September 30, 2019, you can experience the world of The Incredibles at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Bask in the world of Supers at Pixar Place, which has been transformed into a Municiberg city block right out of Metroville! An Incredible Celebration hosts a number of neat activities just in time for Hollywood Studios’ 30th Anniversary. To go …
VIDEO: New “Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! Street Party” Debuts at The Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
As part of Mickey & Minnie’s Surprise Celebration, the new “Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! Street Party” at Magic Kingdom Park invites guests to dance with Mickey, Minnie, and their pals in front of Cinderella Castle. Instead of the contemporary music that is usually a staple of Disney street parties, live singers belt out new renditions of …
Reservations for Disney’s Riviera Resort Open This Month
Matthew Soberman
Disney’s Riviera Resort may not be opening until this Fall, but guests looking to be the first to experience Walt Disney World’s newest resort hotel won’t have long to wait to make their plans. Disney has announced that reservations for the resort will open to the general public sometime this month. Although this is a …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: The Edna Mode Experience Meet and Greet Opens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
Starting today through September 30, 2019, you can experience the world of The Incredibles! Bask in the world of Supers at Pixar Place, which has been transformed into a Municiberg city block right out of Metroville! An Incredible Celebration hosts a number of neat activities just in time for Hollywood Studios’ 30th Anniversary. We were there to experience the …
PHOTOS: Pluto Now Greeting at Pete’s Silly Sideshow, Replacing Minnie Magnifique at Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
For years now, Minnie Magnifique has been greeting guests at Pete’s Silly Sideshow, a circus-themed character-greeting area in the Storybook Circus part of Fantasyland. She would greet alongside Daisy Duck as Madame Daisy Fortuna, a fortune teller. Minnie herself was decked out in an extravagant circus animal trainer outfit, with a backdrop of perfectly pink poodles. This …
Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live! Returning; New “Lion King”-Themed Tree of Life Awakenings Coming This Summer
Matthew Soberman
As celebrations kick off today across the Walt Disney World Resort, we’ve learned that we’re getting more reasons to celebrate this summer! Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live! returns to Epcot starting June 14. Star-Lord and Gamora from the Guardians of the Galaxy films will take you on a musical journey through the cosmos, showcasing …
PHOTOS: 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Arts Merchandise
Jessica Figueroa
While we’d like to think the main draw of the Epcot International Festival of the Arts is the artwork itself (you can buy prints, printed accessories, and more), an Epcot festival just wouldn’t be the same without dedicated merchandise. Thankfully, there’s a wide array of colorful, inspired pieces to take home with you when you …
PHOTOS: Mickey and Minnie Surprise Celebration Meet and Greet Debuts at Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
We all know this is the year of the Mouse (as far as Disney Parks are concerned.) It’s the World’s Biggest Mouse Party! Celebrations for Mickey’s 90th birthday continue in full force. Today marks the beginning of Mickey and Minnie’s Surprise Celebration at Magic Kingdom. With it comes a whole array of new entertainment, merchandise, …
REVIEW: Troll Kreme Spiked Slush in Souvenir Cup Arrives in Norway Pavilion at Epcot
Iain
Hallo! During our recent trip around The World Showcase at Epcot, we spotted this new Troll Kreme spiked slushy at the Norway beer cart! The drink comes in a souvenir plastic cup which features the Epcot logo, Norway, as well as Akershus all printed on the cup. It costs $17.00 and includes said cup, but you …
PHOTOS: New Lion King Photo-Op at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Celebrates Film’s 25th Anniversary
Jessica Figueroa
We’ve been keeping our eyes on the construction walls erected around the Animal Kingdom 20th Anniversary Photo Frame for a while now. It looked like it was going to be replaced with a new frame, but we weren’t prepared for this masterpiece. (What is this, #ArtfulEpcot?) This new “The Lion King” photo op at Disney’s Animal …
PHOTOS: More “Where’s Jack-Jack?” Game Props Spotted at Pixar Avenue in Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jessica Figueroa
Earlier today, we spotted some amazing banners featuring the logo for the Hollywood Studios’ 30th Anniversary and some Incredibles characters. With “An Incredible Celebration” debuting tomorrow, they’re prepping Pixar Avenue for all the activities associated with the event. Even Jack-Jack has joined in on the fun, apparently. He was spotted on top of one of …
PHOTOS: New Donut Ear Headband and Snack Merchandise Arrive at Disneyland Resort
Ali
Ear and donut lovers can rejoice as the Donut Minnie Ear Headbands are now available at the World of Disney at Disneyland Resort! Guests will also be thrilled to find a variety of other fun, snack-based goodies including the Disney Donut and Pizza Handbags by Danielle Nicole. Let’s take a look at what we found at the World …
VIDEO: First Look at Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy Animatronic for Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Matthew Soberman
Before Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy pulls into Disney’s Hollywood Studios on March 31st, we’re getting a new look at what the experience will ultimately look like. The preview comes from an Associated Press video focusing on how Disney develops and maintains its live shows for the parks. Mostly renderings are shown, but there is a very …
TONIGHT on WDW News Tonight (1/17/19) – Weird World Showcase Food, Cornac the Magnificent, 2019 Disney Parks Preview, and More!
Tom Corless
Tonight! We eat something weird from World Showcase, Cornac the Magnificent returns, and we preview 2019 at the Disney Parks! 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 …
REVIEW: Purple Rose and Purple Churro Treats at Disneyland Park
Iain
The season of purple is in full force at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. We previously reported on the full list of Potion Purple treats last week. Now that they’re here, I had the opportunity to try the Purple Rose and some of the purple treats offered in Disneyland Park. You can now buy a …
Wilderness Lodge Reunion Station DVC Lounge Closing On February 3
Iain
Reunion Station, the Disney Vacation Club Lounge at Wilderness Lodge Resort, will be removing its add-on food-and-beverage lounge services on February 3. The lounge was a part of the expansion at Wilderness Lodge that included the nearby Boulder Ridge Cove Pool and Geyser Point Bar & Grill. The lounge offered Disney Vacation Club members inclusive food-and-beverage …
SHOP: Adorable Mickey Mouse and Friends Micro Food Plushies Available on shopDisney
Jessica Figueroa
We’ve had our fill of snack-themed goodies lately, but what if you wanted something smaller? Something, dare I say, … cuter. Well, this adorable Mickey Mouse and Friends Micro Food Plush collection is the answer to all your snack needs. These plush toys are shaped like cupcakes and donuts and have sprinkles embroidered on them, …
PHOTOS: Preview All the New Disney Art You Can Buy at the Epcot International Festival of the Arts 2019!
Jessica Figueroa
Everyone knows that unlike Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival, the Festival of the Arts is for the true Epcot sophisticate. While it rarely receives as much hype as Epcot’s headlining event, it’s truly an amazing festival. Complete with inspired activities, great food, and tons of art to gaze at and fawn over, Epcot’s Festival of …
PHOTOS: Disney’s Hollywood Studios 30th Anniversary Decorations Arrive, More Incredibles Props on Pixar Avenue
Tom Corless
It seems the 30th anniversary celebration of Disney’s Hollywood Studios will kick off tomorrow with the grand debut of the anniversary logo, Pixar Avenue featuring “An Incredible Celebration”, and the return of the Monsters, Inc. meet and greet. Ahead of tomorrow’s big debut, the logo is featured on new banners that have gone up on …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: First Look at Mickey’s Mix Magic, Disneyland’s New Nighttime Spectacular
Tom Corless
The new nighttime fireworks and projection show, Mickey’s Mix Magic, is coming to Disneyland Park on January 18, 2019 with “all-new music, projections and lasers that set the scene for an epic dance party that takes over almost the entire park.” Disney is now giving us our first look at the show in action ahead of …
CONFIRMED: Valentine’s Month Celebration Coming to Disneyland Park January 22nd, 2019
Tom Corless
A few weeks ago, we told you that Disneyland Resort was gearing up to add another celebratory season to the calendar: an entire month of Valentine’s Day offerings. Those additions were finally announced today. From January 22nd through February 18th, 2019, Disneyland Resort will celebrate the love of Minnie and Mickey for Valentine’s month. As …
Opening Date Announced for Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Tom Corless
Today, Disney has shared some electrifying news about Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy. This new show experience speeding into Disney’s Hollywood Studios will open on March 31st, 2019! Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy will welcome guests inside the world of Pixar’s Cars films, bringing them face to face with racing legend Lightning McQueen. You’ll be part of …
Details Announced for Tokyo Disney Resort’s Easter 2019 Celebration
Iain
The magical springtime festival of Disney’s Easter will be returning to Tokyo Disney Resort very soon! Running from Thursday, April 4th to Sunday, June 2, for the first time in two years the festivities will span the both Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea parks, and will even reach the hotels and the Resort Line. Tokyo Disneyland Possibly …
Disney Announces Live Action Remake of “The Hunchback of Notre Dame”
Jessica Figueroa
We’re sure this news is bound to spread like “Hellfire.” Disney has announced the production of a live-action musical adaptation of The Hunchback of Notre Dame. It’s currently being written by Tony-winning M. Butterfly playwright David Henry Hwang, whose other work includes Disney’s animated Tarzan. Disney legend Alan Menken, and Stephen Schwartz (Wicked) will be writing the music …