Eric Morton

Eric's unique blend of Marine Corps discipline, humor, and storytelling talent make him a versatile member WDWNT team. A member of our leadership team, he occasionally contributes as a writer, and can more often be found contributing to WDWNT's YouTube content. He hosts Boxed In and is a member of the WDW News Tonight cast.

V.I.Passholder Days Returning to Walt Disney World, Universal Helios Grand Hotel Opens its Doors & More: Daily Recap (4/16/25)

Split image: Left side is a "V.I.Passholder Days" event poster for May 14–July 31, featuring a suitcase. Right side shows a sunlit lounge with large windows overlooking Walt Disney World.

We found out that V.I.Passholder Days are returning to Walt Disney World soon, and Universal Helios Grand opened its doors to its first guests today — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Walt Disney World EPCOT Disney Springs New Merchandise Other Walt Disney World News Disneyland Resort Disney … Read more

Grand Floridian to Add Bar, Eliminate Gingerbread House This Year, Big Disney World Hotel Discounts & More: Daily Recap (4/10/25)

Three-panel image: elegant hotel lobby with seating, a gingerbread house display at the Grand Floridian, and a blue building with a large waterwheel reflecting on a pond.

Disney unveiled concept art for the new lobby at the Grand Floridian, including a bar, they announced the gingerbread house won’t be appearing during the Holidays, and there are some big Disney hotel discounts for Disney+ subscribers— all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, April 10, 2025. Walt Disney World EPCOT Disney’s … Read more

Florida Man Tries to Fight Woman in Wheelchair at EPCOT

A geodesic sphere at EPCOT glows with purple and orange lights amidst futuristic structures, with a sign in the foreground capturing the night’s enchantment.

Families at Walt Disney World during last year’s holiday season might have witnessed two 25-year-olds getting arrested with one of them screaming that Disney Cast Members were “pigs, wh***s, c**ts, and b**ches,” according to Orange County Sheriff’s records. Matanel Adda, of Fort Lauderdale, and Dominic Ciero, of Plantation, were arrested after the November 16 scene … Read more

Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Overhaul Playtest, Disney Villains Opening Date & More: Daily Recap (3/26/25)

A person makes a shushing gesture near director's chairs, while a purple robot performs in a tech scene. Theatrical masks add flair to the fantasy setting, creating a vibrant template for imagination and creativity.

Disney announced a major overhaul to Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin and we playtested the ride’s new blasters; the opening date was revealed for the new Disney Villains and “The Little Mermaid” shows at Disney’s Hollywood Studios — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, March 26, 2025. Daily Recap for March … Read more

Universal Being Sued Again Over Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, Guest Claims Traumatic Brain & Multiple Disc Injuries

The Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal features red tracks that climb a steep vertical drop, set against a brilliant blue sky with palm trees swaying nearby.

In the final months before Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit permanently shuts down, Universal has battled at least two lawsuits from riders who say they got hurt on the coaster and suffered traumatic brain injuries. A federal lawsuit was filed last week by Yolian Vargas Velez in U.S. District Court’s Orlando division following her 2024 trip. … Read more

Epic Universe Offering Single Day Tickets, New Lightsaber Experience Coming to Hollywood Studios & More: Daily Recap (3/13/25)

Left: Aerial view of a theme park with colorful lights and fireworks. Right: People inside a workshop holding cylindrical objects, interacting with a display as part of the daily recap activities.

Universal finally put single day tickets on sale for Epic Universe, and there is a new lightsaber experience coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. All this and much more in today’s recap for Thursday, March 13, 2025. Daily Recap for March 13, 2025 Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney’s Animal Kingdom Walt … Read more

Scrubs Actor Banned from Disneyland, Missing Flavors at Club Cool & More: Daily Recap (3/12/25)

Left: A large crowd gathers before a majestic castle with iconic blue spires. Right: A row of soda dispensers offers an array of refreshing beverage options, perfect for capturing in your Daily Recap.

Actor Donald Faison recently disclosed he was banned from Disneyland for a year, one flavor remains missing at Club Cool and so much more for today, Wednesday, March 12, 2025. Daily Recap for March 12, 2025 Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT New Merchandise Disneyland Resort Disney Cruise Line Entertainment and Media Universal Studios Universal … Read more

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