Jessica Figueroa, Author at WDW News Today

Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products Forecast to Report a $2 Billion Quarterly Loss During Q3 Earnings Report Tomorrow

August 3, 2020

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Between furloughs, unprecedented closures, and project cancellations, it’s safe to say that COVID-19 has hit the tourism industry harder than any other. Ahead of The Walt Disney Company’s third-quarter earnings report tomorrow, analysts are predicting a bleak call for the company and its investors. In a new report from Reuters, it’s estimated that the Disney … Read more

PHOTOS: New "Ratatouille" Chef Remy Shoulder Plush Can Help Anyone Cook at EPCOT

August 3, 2020

Anyone can cook! Especially now with the adorable new Chef Remy shoulder plush from “Ratatouille”. If you admired watching how Remy guided Linguine into making the perfect soup or entree, then now you can emulate the adorable scene from the beloved Pixar film by wearing Remy on your shoulder as well. Remy is seen wearing … Read more

Walt Disney World Releases Official Statement on Splash Mountain Log Sinking Incident at the Magic Kingdom

August 3, 2020

After chronicling the saga of the sunken Splash Mountain ride vehicle log since late last night, Walt Disney World has officially released a statement to Spectrum 13 regarding the incident. “The incident happened toward the end of the ride and involved five visitors. All five visitors were able to get out of the ride vehicle … Read more

PHOTOS: Latest Look at "HarmonioUS" Construction as it Resumes at EPCOT

August 3, 2020

Since last year, EPCOT fans have been eagerly anticipating the grand debut of the park’s upcoming nighttime spectacular. “HarmonioUS” was originally set to take the place of the temporary “EPCOT Forever” firework performance over World Showcase Lagoon this Spring, but due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, this has been delayed. Aerial photographer bioreconstruct recently posted … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Splash Mountain Reopens After Brief Delay and Log Sinking Incident at the Magic Kingdom

August 3, 2020

The Splash Mountain saga continues as the attraction has now reopened after a brief temporary closure this morning at the Magic Kingdom. Just minutes ago, we reported that the attraction failed to open this morning, but after a brief period of log cycling, the attraction reopened to minor crowds at just a 5-minute wait. Despite … Read more

Splash Mountain Temporarily Closed at the Magic Kingdom After Guests are Evacuated from Sinking Ride Vehicle

August 3, 2020August 3, 2020

UPDATE: As of 9:40 AM, the attraction has officially reopened at the Magic Kingdom. After a series of photos and video surfaced of guests evacuating a sinking log aboard Splash Mountain at the Magic Kingdom, the attraction has since remained temporarily closed this morning. As of this morning, Splash Mountain was testing ride vehicles. The … Read more

SHOP: New American Adventure, Norway, Morocco, and Italy Pavilion EPCOT Posters Arrive on shopDisney

August 3, 2020

If you’ve been collecting the series of EPCOT attraction poster serigraphs that launched at last year’s D23 Expo, get ready for another whirlwind tour of the World Showcase, featuring stops at the American Adventure Pavilion, Norway Pavilion, Morocco Pavilion, and Italy Pavilion as part of the “Wondrous World II” Collection. These posters are each a limited edition … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Guests Evacuate Fully Submerged Log on Splash Mountain at the Magic Kingdom

August 3, 2020August 3, 2020

The Laughin’ Place has had its fair share of trouble this summer, as Splash Mountain has seen a series of issues since the reopening of the Magic Kingdom—from long lines at the gift shop, to guests being evacuated on official reopening day, and a short stint of unexpected downtime. Now, it seems another set of … Read more

State of Emergency, Hurricane Warnings Issued for Florida's East Coast as Hurricane Isaias Nears

July 31, 2020

Hurricane Isaias continues to make its way towards the east coast of Florida. As of the latest 5:00 PM advisory, a State of Emergency as well as Hurricane Watches and Warnings have been issued for several counties along the east coast of Florida. While the path for the Category 1-2 hurricane does not directly impact … Read more

PHOTOS: Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress Reopens at the Magic Kingdom After Nearly Two Days of Unexpected Downtime

July 31, 2020

There’s a great, big, beautiful tomorrow after all! Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress at the Magic Kingdom has finally reopened after nearly two days of downtime. The rotating theater failed to open yesterday during park open, and remained closed from park open today to virtually two hours before park close. The Carousel of Progress currently … Read more

Agnes Chu, Senior VP of Content for Disney+, Leaving to Become President of Condé Nast Entertainment

July 31, 2020

Agnes Chu, Senior VP of Content for Disney+, is leaving the company to take over the role of President of Condé Nast Entertainment. From Variety: Agnes Chu, a 12-year Disney veteran, is leaving as senior VP of content for Disney Plus to join Condé Nast as head of the media and publishing company’s entertainment division. … Read more

PHOTOS: Jose Carioca Audio-Animatronic Returns to Gran Fiesta Tour at the Mexico Pavilion in EPCOT

July 31, 2020

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José Carioca has returned refreshed and refurbished after a very long siesta at the Mexico Pavilion in EPCOT. In a recent photo from Theme Park Alex, you can see the joyous green parrot back in his natural habitat—that is, playing on stage alongside Panchito and Donald. Just over a week ago, the animatronic suffered an … Read more

PHOTOS: Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover Remains Closed at the Magic Kingdom

July 31, 2020July 31, 2020

With the status of the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover now updated to “Temporarily Unavailable” on My Disney Experience, the attraction remains closed at the Magic Kingdom, where it has yet to welcome guests since the park reopened on July 11. We passed by the attraction today on our loop around the Magic Kingdom and saw … Read more

PHOTOS: New Halloween Horror Nights "30 Years 30 Fears" Magnet, Socks, and Limited Edition Mystery Collection Pin Box Arrive at Universal Studios Florida

July 31, 2020

To make up for the loss of this year’s Halloween Horror Nights event, Universal Orlando Resort has opened up the long-awaited Tribute Store at Universal Studios Florida and stocked it with tons of gory goods to fill the void. Today, we have the addition of three new items, including a magnet, some Fright Nights socks … Read more

PHOTOS: Carousel of Progress Closed for Second Day at the Magic Kingdom; Maintenance Team On Site for Repairs

July 31, 2020

There may be a great, big, beautiful tomorrow aboard the Carousel of Progress, but today, things aren’t looking too hot for John, Rover, and the rest of the family. The Carousel of Progress attraction failed to open yesterday at the Magic Kingdom during park open, and remains closed still today. The good news is that … Read more

Isaias Upgraded to Hurricane Status Overnight, Tropical Storm Conditions Expected for Central Florida Beginning Saturday

July 31, 2020

Tropical Storm Isaias was officially upgraded to Hurricane status overnight, and continues to make its way towards the east coast of Florida. A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued along the Treasure Coast. While the path for the Category 1-2 hurricane continues to slowly shift east, Central Florida could still face storm force winds this … Read more