Brit Tuttle, Author at WDW News Today

Analyst Addresses Falling Disney Stock, Suggests Restructuring Company and Setting Up Licensing in Perpetuity for the Disney Parks

August 27, 2023

Front of Cinderella Castle and lantern at Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World

On CNBC’s “Squawk Box,” Rosenblatt Securities Senior Analyst Barton Crockett appeared to discuss Disney’s falling stock prices, and suggested an option The Walt Disney Company could consider to turn things around. Analyst Suggests Breaking Up Disney On “Squawk Box,” Crockett was asked what Disney could do in order to improve its stock price, which hit … Read more

Tropical Storm Idalia Forms, Expected to Hit Florida as Hurricane Next Week

August 27, 2023

According to the National Hurricane Center, Tropical Storm Idalia, previously known as Tropical Depression 10, is forecast to become a hurricane over the eastern Gulf of Mexico and make landfall in Florida this coming week, around August 30. Tropical Storm Idalia In the latest cone image, Idalia is expected to make landfall on the west … Read more

2024 ‘Disney After Dark’ Pin Trading Event Announced, Poster Revealed

August 26, 2023

Even though today is the final day of this year’s pin trading event at Walt Disney World Resort, Magic HAP-Pins, next year’s event has already been announced — and it’s titled “Disney After Dark.” Disney After Dark 2024 Pin Event The poster for the 2024 pin event was set up on the convention floor. The … Read more

FIRST LOOK: Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party & Festival of the Holidays 2023 Pins Revealed for Walt Disney World & Disneyland Resort

August 26, 2023

The spooky season may have just started at Walt Disney World, but this year’s pins for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and the Festival of the Holidays events at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort have just been revealed at the 2023 Magic HAP-Pins pin trading event in Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. Mickey’s Very Merry … Read more

Details Revealed for 2023 Destination D23 Gold Member Shopping Spree

August 26, 2023

New details have been released for the previously-announced Shopping Spree at Destination D23 for Gold Members this coming September. Shopping Spree at Destination D23 D23 Gold Members can purchase a ticket to shop collectibles, exclusives, and other merchandise at Disney’s Contemporary Resort at Walt Disney World during Destination D23 weekend. Priced at $12 with an … Read more

FIRST LOOK: Disney100 Marvel Comics ‘What If…?’ Cover Pins Revealed at Magic HAP-Pins Trading Event

August 26, 2023

Some familiar faces are taking over Marvel Comics covers in a new “What If…?” Disney100 pin collection, first revealed at the Walt Disney World 2023 Magic HAP-Pins trading event at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. Disney100 Marvel Comics ‘What If…” Cover Pins These Limited Release pins feature a number of Marvel Comics covers, with many Disney … Read more

New Credit Card Readers with Cameras Introduced at Walt Disney World Stores

August 26, 2023August 26, 2023

New credit card readers are being rolled out at Walt Disney World Resort. The update to the new readers began on Monday, August 21. It appears designed to make the experience faster, more efficient, and more secure. New Credit Card Readers The new reader features a tap to pay touchpoint along the top of the … Read more

Walt Disney World Introduces Disney Pin Vending Machines

August 26, 2023

Have you ever gotten a trading pin from a vending machine? Guests at the 2023 Magic HAP-Pins pin trading event at Walt Disney World were given the chance to experience this unique offering. Pin Vending Machines at Walt Disney World While at the pin trading event, a row of eight machines resembling Japanese gachapon machines … Read more

PHOTOS: Path Leading to Asia from Harambe Market Blocked at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Market Still Open

August 26, 2023

Previously erected construction walls now block the pathway from Harambe Market to the Asia section of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, though the Market remains open to guests. Walls Block Path Between Asia and Harambe Market Back in June of this year, construction walls went up across from Harambe Market in the Africa section of the park, … Read more

PHOTOS: Minion Land Sign Updated, Minions’ Hair Made Less Sharp and Pointy at Universal Studios Florida

August 25, 2023

The sign for Minion Land at Universal Studios Florida has received a small update, in which some of the Minions’ pointy hair has been flattened or shortened and rounded off. Minion Land Sign Updated Previously, the Evil Minion’s purple hair was quite pointy, and extended over the edge of the fencing. Now, the points of … Read more

Winged Maleficent Dragon Shoulder Plush Coming Soon to Tokyo Disney Resort

August 25, 2023

You might want to invite this dragon to the party, as a new Maleficent Dragon shoulder plush is coming soon to Tokyo Disney Resort. You can add this villainous touch to your ensemble when the shoulder plush goes on sale starting September 28, 2023. Maleficent Dragon Shoulder Plush – ¥2,500 ($17) This shoulder plush is … Read more

PHOTOS: Men in Black: Alien Attack Sign Center Removed for Refurbishment at Universal Studios Florida

August 25, 2023

The Men in Black: Alien Attack attraction sign is currently undergoing refurbishment in World Expo at Universal Studios Florida, and is at a point where guests can see completely through it to the other side. Men in Black: Alien Attack Sign Refurbishment Previously surrounded by construction walls, the sign for the ride has had some … Read more

PHOTOS: Rocket Air Mailbox Returns to Port of Entry at Universal’s Islands of Adventure with Refreshed Look

August 25, 2023

After being missing for quite some time, the Rocket Air mailbox has returned to its rightful place in Port of Entry at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, looking brand new. Rocket Air Mailbox Returns to Port of Entry The Port of Entry mailbox is back at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, and appears to have received some … Read more

Star Wars Bantha Burgers Loungefly Bag Brings Happy Meals From a Galaxy Far, Far Away to Walt Disney World

August 25, 2023August 25, 2023

Walt Disney World has a unique new “Star Wars” Loungefly purse. Inspired by McDonald’s Happy Meal boxes, the purse advertises Bantha Burgers and Bantha Milk from Tatooine Farms. We found it at Star Wars: Galactic Outpost in Disney Springs. Star Wars Bantha Burgers Loungefly Bag – $95 The purse is mainly red and shaped like … Read more

New Autumn Gelatoni Merchandise Collection Coming to Tokyo Disney Resort on September 7

August 25, 2023

Tokyo Disney Resort will debut a new Autumn Storybook Collection featuring Gelatoni merchandise on September 7, 2023. While the collection heavily features Gelatoni, Duffy and some of his other friends also appear. Gelatoni Mini Towel – ¥2,500 This small towel is approximately 25cm long x 25cm wide. It features Gelatoni in an orange outfit with … Read more

PHOTOS: Pumpkins Added Outside Haunted Mansion Holiday for Overlay at Disneyland

August 24, 2023

With just nine days until Haunted Mansion reopens at Disneyland for Haunted Mansion Holiday on September 1, the outdoor décor for the overlay is starting to take shape. Pumpkins Added Outside for Haunted Mansion Holiday While on a recent visit to Disneyland, we noticed various pumpkins were being added outside on the mansion grounds. Haunted … Read more