Alicia, Author at WDW News Today

VIDEO: Celebrate the Anniversary of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge with Three New Animated Shorts Based on Smugglers Run, Black Spire Outpost, and Rise of the Resistance

August 29, 2020August 29, 2020

It’s officially the first anniversary of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, having opened August 29th, 2019, and to celebrate the occasion, the Star Wars Kids channel on YouTube has released three fun, new shorts titled “Star Wars Galaxy of Adventures” featuring stories from the land. Millennium Falcon – Smugglers Run | Star … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Halloween Merchandise Arrives at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort, “Mulan” Sneak Peek Comes to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and More

August 23, 2020

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from August 16-23, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom TRON Lightcycle / Run has just reached … Read more

Orange County Removed from COVID-19 Watch List; Could Be Good News for Disneyland Reopening

August 23, 2020

Orange County in California has been moved off the watch list for COVID-19, following a downward trend of cases in the county. As the tweet from the City of Anaheim above states, being removed from the watchlist means: there’s a sign of progress, but no changes will be made right away the county must remain … Read more

PHOTOS, REVIEW: The Cheshire Cat Tail Has Returned to the Magic Kingdom and it’s Just as Good as We Remember

August 23, 2020August 23, 2020

This morning the Cheshire Cat Tail returned to the Magic Kingdom, and we knew we had to order this delicious treat to celebrate its return to the park! Before the COVID-19 pandemic, this popular treat was available at the Cheshire Cafe. Since the parks reopened, that location has not reopened in the Magic Kingdom, and … Read more

The Cheshire Cat Tail Has Returned to the Magic Kingdom at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe

August 23, 2020August 23, 2020

Guests who may have been missing the popular Cheshire Cat Tail treat are in luck, as it has returned to the Magic Kingdom today! The twisted pastry covered in frosting is usually found at the Cheshire Cafe across the path, but that has been closed since the park shutdown back in March. Retailing for $5.49, … Read more

PHOTOS: New Donald Duck Bus Wrap Arrives at Walt Disney World

August 22, 2020August 22, 2020

Shortly before Walt Disney World Resort closed due to COVID-19, we started seeing new character bus wraps themed around some of our favorite classic Disney characters. First, we got this adorable polka-dotted Minnie Mouse bus wrap, and it seems that Donald has just joined the fleet as well! The bus features horizontal striping in Donald’s … Read more

Select Disney World Resort Hotel Restaurants and Shops Extending Hours for Labor Day Weekend

August 22, 2020

With Labor Day almost upon us, many guests will be heading to Walt Disney World Resort to take a well-needed vacation. To accommodate the influx of guests, Walt Disney World has decided to extend the hours of multiple restaurants and merchandise locations across the property. Disney’s Contemporary Resort: Chef Mickey’s: 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Friday, … Read more

PHOTOS: Go Wild with this NEW Disney Parks Leopard Print Loungefly Backpack from Walt Disney World

August 22, 2020

Calling all animal lovers, there’s a new Disney Parks exclusive Loungefly backpack perfect for you! Featuring an allover sequined leopard print, this backpack has two adorable Minnie Mouse ears and a black bow centered above the Disney Parks and Loungefly emblem. The back of the bag is a solid black, including the straps. The lining … Read more

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Technical Issues Continue, Fails to Open Today at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

August 22, 2020August 22, 2020

UPDATE: As of 2:00 ET (8/22/2020) the attraction began taking Boarding Groups Since Disney’s Hollywood Studios reopened to the public, it seems Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance has been plagued with issues. Guests haven’t been able to secure Boarding Groups allowing them to experience the popular attraction, a massive lightning bolt hit Star Wars: … Read more

BREAKING: Universal’s Volcano Bay Water Park to be Closed Tuesdays and Thursdays Starting Next Month

August 22, 2020

Starting September 8th, Universal’s Volcano Bay will be closed Tuesdays and Thursdays until the end of the year. Below, you can have a look at the current calendar for the park, which is showing every Tuesday and Thursday, starting September 8th, until the end of the year, as “sold out.” Guests looking to visit the … Read more

PHOTOS: New Remy’s Hide & Squeak Scavenger Hunt Water Bottle Prizes Featuring Minnie Mouse and Figment Debut at the Taste of EPCOT Food & Wine Festival

August 22, 2020

Earlier in the week, two new water bottle prizes for completing the Remy’s Hide & Squeak scavenger hunt debuted. The bottles featured Remy and Mickey Mouse, and today we were delighted to see an additional two have joined the lineup! The new prizes feature Figment and Minnie Mouse, and we may need to play an … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Hollywood Tower of Terror Hotel Metal Earth Kit Drops into Walt Disney World

August 28, 2020August 22, 2020

Looking for a great way to spend some time indoors and add a touch of Disney to your home? Then we recommend picking up this new Hollywood Tower of Terror Hotel Metal Earth Kit! Currently, this kit can be purchased from the Emporium at the Magic Kingdom. Hollywood Tower of Terror Hotel Metal Earth Kit … Read more

PHOTOS: Walt Disney World Testing Social Distancing Markers for Character Cavalcades

August 16, 2020

While taking a stroll down Main Street, U.S.A in the Magic Kingdom today, we noticed some new tape markers had been placed along one side of the street. These appear to be temporary, so it’s likely we’ll see permanent markers pop up in the parks by tomorrow or in the coming days. These taped “X” … Read more

UPNT Weekly Recap: Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure Experiences Downtime at Islands of Adventure, Central Park Crepes Opens in Universal Studios Florida and More

August 16, 2020

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Universal Parks news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Universal Orlando Resort and other Universal resorts around the world, here’s our Universal Parks News Today weekly recap from August 9-16, 2020. Universal Orlando Resort Universal Orlando has made some modifications … Read more

PHOTOS, REVIEW: Tambu Lounge Reopens with a Brand New Food Menu and Classic, Fan-Favorite Drinks at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

August 16, 2020

Starting today at 4 PM, the beloved Tambu Lounge reopened at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and we had to swing by to get ourselves a Backscratcher! If you plan on visiting, do note that Tambu Lounge is open from 4 PM to 11 PM. Let’s head into the bar area and see what modifications have … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Retro Lucite Pylons Added to the New EPCOT Entrance Fountain, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Experiences Downtime After Massive Lightning Strike, Tons of New Merchandise, and More

August 16, 2020August 16, 2020

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from August 9-16, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Earlier in the week, “it’s a small … Read more