Universal Volcano Bay Closed for the Weekend Due to Cold Weather

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Universal Volcano Bay will close once again on December 21 and 22 due to “inclement weather” in the Central Florida area. Universal Volcano Bay Closed Universal Orlando Resort shared the update on Twitter (X): The waterpark has closed numerous times this season due to lower temperatures in the Central Florida area. Most recently, it was closed for … Read more

What’s New for Universal Parks in 2025?

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This post contains sponsored content from Be Our Guest Vacations. Help support WDWNT by using the links in this article to book your next resort stay with our sponsors, Be Our Guest Vacations. As 2024 winds down, we have many things to look forward to at Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood. If you are planning … Read more

Swiss Family Treehouse Fails to Open as Expected Following 1-Month Refurbishment

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The Swiss Family Treehouse closed on November 18, 2024, for a planned 1-month-long refurbishment. Today, it is still closed despite Disney’s expected reopening date of December 20. Swiss Family Treehouse Construction Green scrim is still prominently set up around the tree, blocking a significant portion of the lower levels from guest view. A rope blocks … Read more

The Top 3 Disney Vacation Club Resorts

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This post contains sponsored content from DVC Rental Store. Help support WDWNT by using the links in this article to book your next resort stay with our sponsors, DVC Rental Store. With so many Disney Vacation Club resorts, finding the perfect one for you and your party can be hard! Here is a list of three of … Read more

What’s New at Walt Disney World in 2025?

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This post contains sponsored content from Be Our Guest Vacations. Help support WDWNT by using the links in this article to book your next resort stay with our sponsors, Be Our Guest Vacations. As 2024 comes to a close, Walt Disney World is preparing to introduce plenty of new things in the coming year. If you are … Read more

Hayley Atwell Reprising Agent Carter Role for ‘Avengers: Doomsday’

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After the announced return of Chris Evans to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it seems his dance partner will be coming along for the ride as Deadline has confirmed Hayley Atwell will be reprising her Agent Carter role in “Avengers: Doomsday.” The film, set to premiere in theaters on May 1, 2026, will be the first … Read more

What’s New at Disneyland in 2025?

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This post contains sponsored content from Be Our Guest Vacations. Help support WDWNT by using the links in this article to book your next resort stay with our sponsors, Be Our Guest Vacations. As 2024 comes to a close, Disneyland has multiple fresh new offerings that debuted this year or are on the way soon! If you … Read more

Universal Volcano Bay Closed December 12 Due to Cold Weather

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Universal Volcano Bay will close again tomorrow, December 12, due to “inclement weather” in Central Florida. Universal Volcano Bay Closed Universal Orlando Resort shared the update on Twitter (X): The waterpark has closed multiple times recently due to lower temperatures in the Central Florida area. Most recently, it was closed for six days through December … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Selling Recalled Wicked Dolls With Marker Covering Adult Website Link

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Mattel previously recalled a line of dolls for the new “Wicked” movie in November after learning that the URL on the packaging accidentally lead to a porn website. The dolls have since returned to Universal Orlando Resort with the same packaging, but the website has been covered with a black marker and price stickers. The … Read more

Disney Granted Extension for Cars-Themed Frontierland Reimagining Plans Until January 2025

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The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) has granted Disney’s request for an extension to update its plans for replacing the current Rivers of America with attractions themed to the Pixar “Cars” franchise. After requests for permit revisions and a ten-day deadline to update the plans by December 13, Disney requested a 60-day extension. The … Read more

Ray and Evangeline Stars Added to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Walt Disney World

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Walt Disney Imagineering has revealed via an Instagram post that some “extra magic” has been added to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom, with the addition of prominent stars in the sky for Ray and Evangeline. Towards the end of the attraction, just past the finale scene, a miniature cityscape of New Orleans rests beneath … Read more

How to Use Your Disney Vacation Club Points on a Universal Orlando Resort Vacation

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With the imminent opening of Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort, on top of all the resort currently offers, many Walt Disney World fans may be more than a little curious as to what is going on down the road. Unfortunately, Disney Vacation Club members may often feel stuck going to Disney Parks and other … Read more

New D23 Gold Membership Plans and Gifts Revealed

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D23, the official Disney fan club, has revealed three Gold Membership plan details and its offerings for next year’s membership period. The plans feature rewards such as exclusive pins and even a D23-exclusive Disney Lorcana trading card. Gold Member Essential Plan – $49.99 Per Year All Gold Membership plans will provide general membership benefits, access … Read more

What to Look Forward to Aboard the Disney Treasure

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This post contains sponsored content from Be Our Guest Vacations. Help support WDWNT by using the links in this article to book your next resort stay with our sponsors, Be Our Guest Vacations. Since our first look at Disney Cruise Line’s newly-christened ship, the Disney Treasure, we have reported a lot of news from inside! Here is … Read more

Universal Volcano Bay Closing for Inclement Weather

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Despite Tropical Storm Sara missing the Orlando area, remnants of inclement weather are expected to hit the area on Thursday, November 22. In anticipation of the oncoming weather, Universal Orlando Resort has announced that Universal Volcano Bay will be closed on Thursday and Friday, with an expected reopening on Saturday, November 23. The announcement came … Read more

REVIEW: Trader Sam’s Holiday Rum Barrel Tiki Mug Brings Two New Seasonal Beverages

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The Rum Barrel Tiki Mug – Holiday Edition is now available at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and Tiki Bar at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and is served with a choice of two new beverages – ‘Olu’olu or Barela Lā Hoʻomaha. We purchased the mug and tried both drinks. Holiday Rum Barrel Tiki Mug – 2nd … Read more