Jessica Figueroa, Author at WDW News Today

Walt Disney World Reminding Guests with Upcoming Resort Hotel Stays That Complimentary MagicBands Will No Longer Be Provided

December 18, 2020

As was announced earlier this year, MagicBands will no longer be provided complimentary to Disney Resort hotel guests with arrivals beginning January 1, 2021. Walt Disney World is now sending out reminders to guests regarding this change, with the following message: Your Walt Disney World vacation is right around the corner and we can’t wait to welcome you here! But before … Read more

PHOTOS: Imagineer Zach Riddley Shares Sneak Peek of New EPCOT Entrance Fountain

December 18, 2020

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With just two weeks left in 2020 and EPCOT’s new entrance fountain set to open “by the end of the year”, all eyes are on the park’s main entrance plaza as we anxiously await the removal of “Progress Walls” to reveal the grand and miraculous lucite pylons in all their glory. Today, Imagineer Zach Riddley … Read more

Dates Announced for Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2021

December 18, 2020

Walt Disney World has announced the dates for its popular EPCOT springtime festival, following in the “Taste of…” tradition that was established with the phased reopening of the park. It may be chilly outside now, but a hint of spring is in the air as EPCOT prepares for the Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival beginning March … Read more

Park Hours Extended at Select Walt Disney World Parks on New Year Weekend

December 17, 2020

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Set the tone for the rest of 2021 and spend an extra few hours at select Walt Disney World theme parks, thanks to the latest park hours update. Park hours for New Year’s Day on Friday, January 1 and on Saturday, January 2 have been extended. Updated hours for January 1-2 are as follows: Magic … Read more

Walt Disney Imagineering Files Permit for New Lighting Package Coming to Spaceship Earth at EPCOT

December 17, 2020

The Spaceship Earth refurbishment was put on pause for the reopening of EPCOT, but during the recent EPCOT – The Magic of Possibility D23 presentation, it was revealed that Spaceship Earth will be receiving an enhanced lighting package as part of its overhaul. Now, it seems work is moving forward on the project, as a … Read more

Park Hopper Hours Added to Walt Disney World Calendars for 2021

December 17, 2020

With the return of Park Hopping starting in January 2021, Walt Disney World has updated Park Hour calendars with Park Hopper Hours, which are set to begin at 2:00 PM daily. Here’s what it looks like for the first full week of January in Magic Kingdom and EPCOT. Park Hopping starts at 2:00 PM and … Read more

PHOTOS: Flat "Mickey and Friends" Slide Face Now Uncovered at Luna Park Pool at Disney’s Boardwalk

December 17, 2020

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After some back and forth on spelling, the new Keister Coaster water slide at Disney’s BoardWalk Resort has finally been unveiled inside the Luna Park Pool. This morning, Disney revealed photos of the corrected version of the slide artwork, which replaced the former clown design. Now, scaffolding has come down at the resort, giving guests … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Space Mountain 25th Anniversary Collector's Key and Book Coming to Disneyland Paris

December 17, 2020

The year 2021 will be highlighted by the launch of several new Merchandise product lines at Disneyland Paris. Among the new products to come, the Merchandise teams have developed two exclusive products celebrating Space Mountain’s 25th anniversary, the attraction inaugurated in 1995 in its first version “From the Earth to the Moon.” Soon to come, … Read more

VIDEO: Disneyland Paris Shares First Look Inside "Cars Route 66 Road Trip" Attraction at Walt Disney Studios Park

December 17, 2020

Disneyland Paris has now shared more details on Cars Route 66 Road Trip, which is set to debut in 2021 at Walt Disney Studios Park, taking over the former Studio Tram Tour. This attraction, inspired by Cars, will transport guests on a picturesque road trip adventure, as reimagined by Pixar. Disneyland Paris is unveiling new images … Read more

BREAKING: Sleeping Beauty Castle Refurbishment and Rebuilding Begins January in Preparation for Disneyland Paris 30th Anniversary

December 17, 2020December 17, 2020

Today, as part of the Disneyland Paris InsidEARS virtual Christmas presentation, it has been announced that Sleeping Beauty Castle will be undergoing refurbishment starting in January 2021 for the 30th anniversary of the park in 2022. When it’s finished, guests can expect to find this iconic symbol of Disneyland Paris more sparkling than ever! Walt … Read more

New Year's Eve Menus Announced for Universal Orlando Resort Hotels and CityWalk Restaurants

December 17, 2020

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This New Year’s Eve, Universal Orlando Resort guests can delight in all-new delicious prix fixe menus and entree dinners across CityWalk Restaurants and Universal Orlando Hotels! As the countdown to 2021 begins, guests can look forward to celebrating New Year’s Eve at Universal Orlando Resort with all-new, exclusive menus across select Universal CityWalk restaurants and at Universal … Read more

PHOTOS: Walt Disney Imagineering Corrects Infamous Typo on New Keister Coaster Water Slide at Disney's BoardWalk Resort

December 17, 2020December 17, 2020

UPDATE: The all-new Keister Coaster water slide has been fully uncovered at Disney’s BoardWalk Resort. Click here to check out the full reveal! Walt Disney Imagineering had their peak “2020 moment” earlier this week when they excitedly unveiled the design of the new Keister Coaster water slide at Disney’s BoardWalk Resort… only to realize that … Read more

BREAKING: Walt Disney World Rolls Out 2021 Special Package Offer with Two Free Days of Theme Park Tickets

December 18, 2020December 17, 2020

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So you’ve made it through 2020. Now what are you doing to do? Head on over to Walt Disney World, of course! Walt Disney World has just announced a new special package for 2021, offering two free days of park tickets to guest who book a trip for the new year. Walt Disney World Resort is … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Magic Kingdom Perimeter Fireworks Testing at Walt Disney World

December 17, 2020December 16, 2020

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The skies over the Magic Kingdom were ablaze tonight with the third fireworks test since the reopening of Walt Disney World. This actually marks the second fireworks testing at the Magic Kingdom, the first of which took place just last month. Eventually this led to the addition of low-level bursts to the Cinderella Castle Holiday Projection show. … Read more

UPDATE: Electrical Water Pageant Returning to Walt Disney World on December 20

December 16, 2020

Disney announced earlier today that the Electrical Water Pageant would be returning to Walt Disney World. While the initial announcement did not mention a time frame, the official entertainment calendar has been updated with a December 20 date for its return. On Sunday, December 20, the Electrical Water Pageant will begin its aquatic parade at … Read more

PHOTOS: Josh D'Amaro Visits Disneyland Resort Amidst California COVID-19 Stay-At-Home Order

December 16, 2020

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Josh D’Amaro, Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, has been spotted this afternoon at Disney California Adventure. D’Amaro was seen taking a look around the Hollywood Land area, which has seen a number of reopenings, even after most of the Buena Vista Street expansion had to shut down after a regional stay-at-home order closed … Read more