Jessica Figueroa 
Much like the running Carnotaurus in DINOSAUR or the infamous Yeti from Expedition Everest, the jumping Br’er Rabbit scene in Splash Mountain is notorious for being broken on-and-off throughout the 28 years of the ride’s existence. Today marks a small victory for Splash Mountain fans, as the animatronic has finally been fixed. You can view … Read more
With the upcoming reopening of Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, the Beach Club Marketplace at the adjacent Disney’s Beach Club Resort will be closing for refurbishment starting August 23. The market and quick-service location will be receiving a number of improvements, including mobile ordering and a new layout, which will also feature a new beverage island. … Read more
Ole! It’s time for paella and croquetas once again, as Jaleo by José Andrés at Disney Springs is now showing available times starting on August 20. It appears the restaurant will be open from Thursday through Sunday each week, from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM. (Closing at 9:00 PM on Sundays.) Reservations are currently not … Read more
The National Weather Service has announced that Tropical Depression 13 has formed over the tropical central Atlantic. Currently, details of the long-range track and intensity forecasts are uncertain, however the system could bring rainfall and wind impacts to portions of Florida this weekend and early next week. Those potentially impacted should monitor the system’s progress … Read more
Imagineers, assemble! Chairman of Disney Parks Josh D’Amaro has just released some incredible up-close photos of the Quinjet now in place at the upcoming Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure. D’Amaro was on a tour of Avengers Campus with President of Disneyland Resort, Ken Potrock, plus Kevin Feige and other members of Walt Disney Imagineering when, as … Read more
It seems there’s trouble in paradise, as Sebastian’s Bistro Restaurant at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort remains shuttered long after the resort’s reopening, and sources indicate that there are no current plans to reopen the table-service restaurant, which specializes in Caribbean fare. The restaurant’s status remains labeled “Temporary Unavailable” on the Walt Disney World website, with … Read more
Just because a film debut is coming to Disney+, doesn’t mean it can’t get the grand theatrical treatment at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. In full cinematic fashion, Disney’s new live-action “Mulan” film will be getting a sneak peek inside the Walt Disney Presents theater. From the Disney Parks Blog: For a limited time beginning August 21, … Read more
In the words of Lieutenant Bek, “This does not look good.” Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance has been the subject of many headlines lately, but unfortunately, the ambitious attraction has suffered for a number of flaws, from the burdensome nature of Boarding Groups to recent mounting malfunctions and maintenance issues. During today’s WDWNT daily … Read more
Even the rainiest of days can be filled with rainbows and sunshine with this new Minnie Mouse slap bracelet MagicBand. Slap bracelet MagicBands first appeared last November, before Disney removed them from shelves due to defects. They’re all fixed up now and returning to shelves so we’re excited to see new designs. This bracelet has … Read more
With the reopening of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, there have been a lot of changes to adapt to, such as the new Park Pass system and modifications to nearly every inch of the Walt Disney World parks. For the most in-demand attraction in the world, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is also seeing changes in … Read more
Today, a Passholder-exclusive shopping event is taking place at the Magic Kingdom and at Disney Springs for a brand-new, Disney Parks exclusive “The Haunted Mansion” Funko POP! figure featuring Victor Geist, the famed ghost organist from the classic attraction. Cast Members were eagerly awaiting Annual Passholders who showed up for the “surprise and delight” shopping … Read more
The new Mobile Dine Walk-Up Waitlist service has finally been rolled out to the My Disney Experience app! The My Disney Experience app is now equipped with a new feature that will allow guests to check wait times at restaurants throughout Walt Disney World and add parties of 7 guests or less to the walk-up waitlist, … Read more
With the upcoming reopening of Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, the resort’s various stores and restaurants are also prepping for their imminent reopening, including the guest-favorite Ale & Compass Lounge and Restaurant, which is set to open a few days earlier, on August 20. Do note that Ale & Compass doesn’t show times before August 24 … Read more
Face masks are the new norm at theme parks, and even the Most Magical Place on Earth is no exception to the rule, with guests required to keep their face masks on throughout their time in the Magic Kingdom—even for photographs. New at the Magic Kingdom is an audio reminder played near the park’s icon, … Read more
Beginning September 8, park hours are to be reduced across all four Walt Disney World theme parks. While select dining locations appear to still be accepting reservations for up to an hour after park close, many aren’t extending hours, and as a result, guests are receiving cancellation notices for their upcoming dining reservations. Readers have … Read more
Hidden in plain sight along the newly-completed entrance gardens of EPCOT is a rusted hunk of junk from a galaxy far, far away. Literally—it’s from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This side of the gardens debuted with the reopening of the park back in July, and it seems they had to improvise … Read more