Jamie Rowland 
Additional themed concrete work has been completed around the Mexico Pavilion in EPCOT. Mexico Pavilion Themed Concrete Previously, concrete work had begun near the entrance to La Cantina de San Angel on the opposite side of the Mexico Pavilion pyramid. The new concrete is a slightly more orange color compared to the older pavement. It … Read more
A new “Frozen” zippered art kit featuring Anna and Elsa is now available at the Norway Pavilion in EPCOT. Frozen Zippered Art Kit – $24.99 The kit is available along with other “Frozen” merchandise in The Fjording, which is also the exit gift shop for Frozen Ever After. The exterior of the case features Anna … Read more
The JAMMitor clean-up crew is now breaking it down in the new custodial costumes that debuted at Walt Disney World earlier today. New JAMMitor Costumes Just earlier today, custodians around Walt Disney World Resort began wearing the new costumes which were revealed by Disney in a video last month. Custodians previously wore all white, but the … Read more
Universal Helios Grand Hotel marks a major milestone for Universal Orlando Resort as it is the resort’s first hotel attached to a park, which in this case is Epic Universe. We stayed in a non-theme park view King Suite at the Universal Helios Grand Hotel ahead of Epic Universe’s official opening on May 22. King … Read more
Work is continuing on the repainting of the town of Tumbleweed and new metal siding has been added to the newly constructed structure behind Big Thunder Mountain Railroad as the lengthy refurbishment project continues. Big Thunder Mountain Refurbishment Update Our WDWNT reporter first grabbed some photos from just outside the entrance to Big Thunder Mountain, … Read more
A new Stitch MagicBand+ has arrived at Walt Disney World for Stitch Day, a.k.a. 626 Day. We found the band at Pin Traders in EPCOT. 626 Day Stitch MagicBand+ – $54.99 The MagicBand+ is red with orange, white, and blue Hawaiian flowers. Stitch is featured in various poses on the band. The center puck looks … Read more
MagicKeeper sliders for MagicBand+ wristbands are now available for purchase in Walt Disney World. We found them at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom. MagicKeeper Sliders- $9.99 The sliders come in a pack of three. These are designed to help safely secure MagicBands around guests’ wrists by sliding them over the snap enclosure of each band. … Read more
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa is honoring the Disneyland 70th anniversary and new Storyteller’s Cafe experience with a new chocolate sculpture added to the lobby. Donald’s Tales of Adventure Sculpture at Grand Californian According to the display sign, this “adventurous showpiece featuring Donald & friends took 400 hours to complete” and was created by the Disney … Read more
Tarps cover a giant hole in the Grand Floridian lobby, more covered seating opened at Woody’s Lunch Box, and we have a full guide to the Key to Disneyland experience — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, May 17, 2025. Walt Disney World Disney’s Hollywood Studios Walt Disney World Resort Hotels … Read more
The 70th Anniversary Ballon is now available at Disneyland Resort. 70th Anniversary Balloon – $20.00 We previously caught a first glimpse of the balloon during a photo shoot in the park.The balloon features a pink classic Mickey icon inner balloon, plus a clear outer layer with anniversary designs. It has a large 70 over the … Read more
Located at Tokyo Disney Resort inside Tokyo DisneySea’s Mediterranean Harbor port, Hotel MiraCost is known for being a premier Disney Resort due to its luxury, theme, service, and more. Piazza Park View Porto Paradiso Side Superior Room Tour Upon entering the room, the rich colors, tones, and luxuriousness are the first things you notice. The … Read more
Sshhhh! Don’t tell Dr. Doofenshmirtz, but Perry the Platypus as Agent P is having limited time meet and greets at Disney California Adventure this summer. Starting on May 17, Agent P will appear at Disney California Adventure in Hollywood Land on Sunset Boulevard where Phineas and Ferb are also meeting. According to Cast Members, Perry as … Read more
Guests at EPCOT can no longer pin trade by the Pin Traders gift shop, the marquee for the new “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” show has been installed, and President Donald Trump has met with Disney CEO Bob Iger in the White House to discuss Disneyland Abu Dhabi — all this and more in … Read more
Crews have reinstalled additional pieces of the Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom as the attraction refurbishment continues. In our most recent update, the center column that controls the ride’s rockets was added back on the platform above the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover. Now, the central metal framework pieces which house large white orbs have returned. … Read more
Refurbishment has begun on the stage of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom, and performances of “Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire” are still paused due to the construction. Cinderella Castle Stage Refurbishment In our last update, there weren’t many signs of the refurbishment when approaching Cinderella Castle. However, there was ample signage indicating there were “No Showtimes” for … Read more
Visual effects workers at Marvel, Disney, and Lightstorm Entertainment have ratified their first union contract, according to Variety. VFX Worker Union Contract Being the first of their kind, the contracts “include standard union protections like overtime pay, eligibility for the Motion Picture Industry Pension and Health Plan, meal penalties, rest periods and turnaround times.” Matching the … Read more