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PHOTOS: FASTPASS Distribution Machines Removed from Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: BREAKOUT! at Disney California Adventure

May 21, 2021

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On our most recent visit to Disney California Adventure, we noticed that the FASTPASS distribution machines were totally removed from the recently-reopened Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! From afar, nothing looked too different about the structure which normally houses the FASTPASS dispensing machines. FASTPASS has been suspended during the initial reopening of Disney … Read more

Disney Still Withholding Necessary Information Regarding Health Insurance Assistance for Laid Off Cast Members

May 21, 2021

According to reports from multiple Cast Members, Disney is not providing necessary information regarding financial assistance available through The American Rescue Plan (ARP). The sweeping ARP bill was enacted in March 2021 by President Joe Biden, and most Americans know the bill for the $1,400 direct payments it provided. Another part of the bill offers … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (5/20/21): Rise of the Resistance Fails to Open, BoardWalk Ice Cream Debuts, Brightline Rail Reaches Halfway Point, Final Temporary Supports Removed from TRON Canopy, and More

May 20, 2021

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Thursday, May 20, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

"Toy Story Splash Zone" Waterplay Area for Kids Coming to Disney Cruise Line on Disney Wish

May 20, 2021

To “swim”-finity and beyond! Over the past several weeks, Disney Cruise Line has been releasing more and more information on their latest ship: Disney Wish. Today, we got a preview of a new Toy Story themed wet area for kids that they are calling the “Toy Story Splash Zone.” Toy Story Splash Zone is a … Read more

Disneyland Resort is Now Hiring Attractions Cast Members

May 20, 2021

Today the Disney Careers website listed a new job posting aimed at recruiting part-time Attractions Cast Members at Disneyland Resort. The listing reads: Have you ever dreamed of being a Cast Member and bringing the magic of Disneyland® Resort to life for its Guests? This team of Disneyland Resort Cast Members takes pride in bringing that magic to life … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW "Americana" Patriotic Clothing and Tie-Dyed Crocs Available at Walt Disney World

May 20, 2021

Memorial Day and Independence Day bring out the red, white, and blue across the United States. Disney fans can prepare to celebrate the patriotic summer holidays with a new Americana clothing line and tie-dyed Crocs. Americana “Star Spangled” Mickey Mouse T-Shirt — $29.99 The red T-shirt features the words “Star Spangled” printed in white. A … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom & Disney’s Animal Kingdom 5/19/21 (MagicBand Prices Increase, New Villains Magnets & Phone Cases Arrive, Cheetah Mocha Mousse Brookie, and More)

May 20, 2021

Hello from a warm but beautiful day at Walt Disney World! We started our day at the Magic Kingdom to see what new things we could find there, and to check on the various ongoing construction projects. Let’s get started! We found pavement work being done very close to the entrance in Town Square, just … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (5/19/21): EPCOT Skyliner to Close For Refurb in 2022, More DVC Villas Being Added at Grand Floridian, Big Thunder Closing in June, MagicBand Prices Increase, And More

May 19, 2021

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, May 19, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: EPCOT/World Center Drive Sign Work Complete, All Entrances Now Updated for 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World

May 19, 2021

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The main entrance archways into Walt Disney World Resort have been getting refreshed ahead of the 50th Anniversary of Magic Kingdom, and as of today all entranceways are now completed! The Walt Disney World logo has been repainted white, while the rest of the design features blue, grey, and gold tones. While work was being … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Star Tours Blasts Back Into Orbit with Physical Distancing and Plexiglass In Place at Disneyland Park

May 19, 2021

Join us on a Starspeeder as we blast off on Star Tours! We’ve been visiting all of our favorite attractions in Disneyland after the park reopened last month, and today we got a chance to see what changed at Star Tours in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Like all attractions, Star Tours has physical … Read more

PHOTOS: More Track Laid as Work Progresses on Walt Disney World Railroad at Magic Kingdom

May 19, 2021

The Walt Disney World Railroad has been closed for over two years now, as it has been rerouted due to TRON Lightcycle / Run construction. Work on the tracks near the coaster continues to pick up steam, igniting hope that the work might be complete in time for Magic Kingdom’s 50th anniversary celebration in October. … Read more

VIDEO: First Look Inside at Construction of New Club Cool at EPCOT

May 19, 2021

Zach Riddley from Walt Disney Imagineering gave us a sneak peak inside the new Club Cool coming to EPCOT this summer. The floor inside Club Cool is actually made from recycled Coca Cola bottles. Are you excited to get back inside Club Cool and give Beverly a taste? Let us know in the comments below. … Read more

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad to Close for Refurbishment in June at Magic Kingdom

May 19, 2021

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom Park will be closing for a short refurbishment in June 2021. This refurbishment is set to begin on June 7 and runs through to June 12, reopening to guests on June 13, 2021. For more news from Walt Disney World, follow WDWNT on Twitter.

REVIEW: NEW Loaded Italian and Chicken Pepito Sandwiches Roar Into Pizza Predattoria at Universal's Islands of Adventure

May 20, 2021May 19, 2021

Pizza Predattoria at Universal’s Islands of Adventure doesn’t just sell pizza. The dino-themed restaurant has two new sandwiches now available. When we visited for our review, the line was out the door, beyond Raptor Encounter. Looks like the dinosaurs were helping Team Members prepare our meals. We ordered the Italian and chicken sandwich combos. Read … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 5/18/21 (EPCOT Center Drive Gateway Seemingly Complete, Gelati Kiosk Removed From Italy Pavilion, New Open Edition Pins, and More)

May 20, 2021May 19, 2021

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Greetings, World Travelers, from another beautiful day at EPCOT! We had a quiet day here, but we didn’t mind as it gave us plenty of time to check up on all of the construction projects going on here. Let’s get started! On our way into the park, we drove under the welcome arch on EPCOT … Read more

BREAKING: Space 220 Restaurant at EPCOT Posts Seven Job Openings, May Finally Open Soon

May 18, 2021May 18, 2021

It’s been a few months since we saw jobs posted for the upcoming Space 220 restaurant at EPCOT. Patina Restaurant Group, the restaurant’s owners, just posted seven new positions to Indeed. The job listings may be a sign that the restaurant is gearing up for an opening. The often-delayed opening was originally set for winter … Read more