Jamie Rowland 
Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas is officially open to the public, and WDWNT had the opportunity to experience each of the four haunted houses. While the house themes are returning from previous Halloween Horror Nights events, they are updated experiences. In this house, guests can experience the terrifying worlds of Universal Monsters, following in … Read more
Disney’s Hollywood Studios is closing early today, Saturday, August 16, 2025, for a “Special Ticketed Event.” Hollywood Studios Closing Early According to the Walt Disney World website, today’s hours for Hollywood Studios are 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., with an 8 a.m. opening for Early Entry guests. This is three to four hours earlier than … Read more
Hurricane Erin causes Disney Cruise Line itinerary changes, a Stitch Mummy Popcorn Bucket is coming to Disney Parks, and we got a first look at the merchandise and map for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party 2025— all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, August 15, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom … Read more
In a post on Instagram, Disneyland Magic Key announced that a complimentary Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas button set will be available to Magic Key holders at this year’s Oogie Boogie Bash. Magic Key Oogie Boogie Bash Buttons Magic Key holders attending separately ticketed Oogie Boogie Bash parties can celebrate with Halloween’s finest trick … Read more
Disney released a fun video featuring three “Party Pumpkins” ahead of the start of tonight’s first 2025 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party. Puppet Party Pumpkins at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party The short clip promoting Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party starts with a pan down a smoke-filled Main Street, U.S.A., before focusing … Read more
Several new Hello Kitty Halloween items are available at Universal Orlando Resort. We found these items at the DeFoto’s Expedition Photography store in Islands of Adventure. Earrings – $30 The set comes with twelve pairs of festive Halloween earrings. Two pairs feature Hello Kitty dressed up in a costume. Others are shaped like stars, bows, … Read more
We recently had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to dine at the Chef’s Table in Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. It was our first time dining at the restaurant in any capacity, and we chose to have the complete experience with one regular menu, one vegan menu, and the additional wine pairing. Is the … Read more
The EPCOT bus stop expansion, which began earlier this year, is now complete. EPCOT Bus Station Expansion Structural work began on the expansion in May on the station closest to the parking lot and furthest from the park. In mid-July, we reported that the expansion was nearing completion. Now, the station is complete and operational as … Read more
Valencia College is home to Central Florida’s Walt Disney World Center for Culinary Arts & Hospitality. Many of the students who study at Valencia turn their passion for food into lifelong careers as Disney chefs. Walt Disney World and Valencia College Disney chefs and culinary Cast Members assist in combining classroom teaching with real-world experience … Read more
Disney Princesses, Mickey & Friends, and Marvel superheroes are the focus of the new Disney Gift Card designs now available at Walt Disney World. New Princess-Inspired Gift Cards The first of the new Disney Princess designs features Tiana in her classic green gown. She stands against a pink background next to a faded silhouette of … Read more
With Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2025 starting this week, Cast Members at Magic Kingdom have started to add fall decorations overnight. Halloween Decorations Arrive at Magic Kingdom Upon arriving in the park, we spotted the fall bunting hung along the roofs of the Main Street, U.S.A. buildings. Several themed jack-o’-lanterns have also been added to … Read more
Members of the Universal creative team behind Halloween Horror Nights recently sat down with The Hollywood Reporter to discuss the IP-focused houses announced for the events at both Universal Studios Florida and Universal Studios Hollywood. Mike Aiello, senior director of creative development, and Lora Sauls, assistant director of creative development and entertainment, represented Universal Orlando Resort while … Read more
A couple has seemingly been married near the Hippy Dippy Pool at Disney’s Pop Century Resort. Hippy Dippy Pool Wedding TikTok user @hannahg28362 was enjoying getting her hair braided at Disney’s Pop Century Resort when she caught a couple tying the knot. The couple, their officiant, and cell phone photographer were the only ones present … Read more
Disney has announced that a new Squishmallows plush, several Shimmer Wishable Collections, and Mini Mix-Its are either available now or coming soon to the Disney Store online. Mickey Mouse Pumpkin Squishmallows Plush – $29.99 This Disney Exclusive Squishmallows plush features Mickey Mouse as the “cutest pumpkin in the patch.” The Squishmallow is soft and squishy with … Read more
Recently, several creative leads behind Halloween Horror Nights sat down with The Hollywood Reporter to discuss this year’s event, including the highly anticipated Five Nights at Freddy’s house at both Universal Studios Florida and Universal Studios Hollywood. Halloween Horror Nights John Murdy, creative director for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood, explained that 10 years ago, … Read more
As part of the recent float out celebration for the Disney Destiny, the ship’s new theme song was played for the first time. New Disney Destiny Anthem User @ScottGustin on X shared footage from the Disney Destiny float out celebration, which contained a preview of the ship’s new anthem. The Disney Destiny is celebrating its … Read more