Eric Morton 
Good morning from Walt Disney World! We are on our way to Magic Kingdom to see what’s new. We hopped aboard the resort Monorail to check out progress on Spirit of Aloha down below at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Demolition is moving quickly and the theatre is almost completely gone. Scarlet Witch ears are in … Read more
After a two year absence, the Independence Day tag will return to EPCOT. ‘Harmonious’ is expected to feature a revised version the popular tag, which immediately follows the standard show with a spectacular salute to America. The “Heartbeat of Freedom” tag was most recently used in 2019 following a performance of ‘Illuminations: Reflections of Earth’. … Read more
Good morning from a rainy Magic Kingdom! We have low crowds and (hopefully) some low wait times for today too, let’s see what we can find around the park today! New sequined Americana Minnie ears were waiting for us in the Emporium. These sparkled perfectly when the sun hit them, and the bow was super … Read more
Good morning from EPCOT! It’s a little gloomy today, and we’re hoping to make our rounds before the oncoming rain, so let’s get started! We started our day with a ride on the Monorail, where we got to see more markings added on the ground at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. A new 50th … Read more
Good morning from a beautiful day at Magic Kingdom! We started our day with a ride over to EPCOT on Monorail Coral to check out progress at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. We found some curious new markings on the ground! The sign over at Connections Cafe and Eatery has been installed on the … Read more
Hello from a sunny spring day at EPCOT! Heading into the park, its hard not to notice the two large yellow cranes that are at Journey of Water Inspired by Moana. The tower next to the old Guest Relations has removed all of its scaffolding. A new 50th anniversary EPCOT pin set is at Pin … Read more
As WDWNT continues to grow, we are looking for additional local Reporters to expand our Orlando-based staff. WDWNT’s Orlando Reporter staff visit the Walt Disney World parks several days a week during the morning and afternoon to report on new developments in construction, food and beverage offerings, merchandise, and more. Please note that this position … Read more
Good morning from EPCOT! We started our day on board the highway in the sky and noticed the Xandarian Spaceship beginning installation at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! This is a big milestone for the attraction, bringing it one step closer to completion. Across the way at Connections Cafe, work is moving quickly on … Read more
Good morning from a sunny day in Walt Disney World! We started our day at the Emporium with a few merchandise finds. A new “Home” wall frame & notepad from the Home Collection, Minnie Mouse Pop Socket wallet, and green trench coat and grey sweatpant nuiMO outfit were stocked on the shelves. For all the … Read more
Good morning from a beautiful day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! We’re heading to Galaxy’s Edge to see if Dok Ondar has received any of the new lightsabers yet. DVC Kiosks in Disney’s Hollywood Studios have the 50th anniversary Minnie Mouse scavenger hunt button available; check here to see what buttons are available at their corresponding … Read more
Hey-howdy-hey from Magic Kingdom! Quite a few 50th anniversary restocks hit the shelves at the Emporium today, including celebration hoodies, holographic water bottles, Peterbilt trucks, and more. A new Bruni “Sweet & Fiesty” tie-dye pullover is out for a twist on Valentine’s Day apparel. “Big Bad Wolf,” Mickey & Donald, and Minnie & Mickey retro … Read more
A new 50th anniversary metal drink tumbler has made its way onto the shelves at Walt Disney World! 50th Anniversary Metal Tumbler – $34.99 The new tumbler is blue with the Walt Disney World 50th logo and a festive Cinderella Castle peeking out from the numbers. EARidescent Mickey and Minnie Mouse figures sit on top … Read more
Disney Parks Instagram revealed the sixth of ten new 50th anniversary food offerings coming to Magic Kingdom on January 10th, and today we got to see the new Crooning Flowers Float. The float has an uncanny resemblance to the Showtime with Jose that is currently at Aloha Isle, and will be taking the Jose’s place. … Read more
During our usual walk about of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we noticed a hip new MaDe kiosk area has arrived at Rock Around the Shop at the exit to Rock’n’Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith. The kiosk is at the back corner right corner of the shop if you are exiting from the attraction. The kiosk is built … Read more
Good morning from a beautiful and sunny day at Magic Kingdom! Starting our day with the usual shopping spree, a new “Up” “Adventure is out there!” metal tumbler is on the shelves, ready to float away home with you! Full details of every piece of merchandise we found today is available in our daily merchandise … Read more
Good morning from a foggy Magic Kingdom! It’s the day before New Year’s Eve so we’re checking out all the preparations! Uptown Jewelers has a new Minnie Mouse bow jewelry set available in the case. Tinkerbell is sparkling on a set of Disney Parks collection jewelry clip earrings in the Emporium. Full details including pricing … Read more
