Disney Reveals Sneak Peek at Enchanted Tiki Room Collection for the “Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction” May Release

shopDisney has revealed a sneak peek at the upcoming “Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction” merchandise collection that’s coming in May––and it’s themed to the Enchanted Tiki Room! Disney Stores are now closed, but the collection is set to be available via shopDisney on May 15th. (Note: shopDisney initially tweeted a date of 5/15 as part of their … Read more

Florida Surgeon General Recommends Practicing Social Distancing Until COVID-19 Vaccine is Available; Likely to Heavily Impact Walt Disney World Operations Upon Reopening

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With news circling about the unlikelihood of mass gatherings in California through August, plus the expanded use of QR code checking in Shanghai Disney Resort, further news regarding social distancing protocols in Florida may hint to potential changes across Walt Disney World Resort. According to Florida Surgeon General Scott Rivkees, Floridians should be keeping their distance, … Read more

Disney Cruise Line Cancels Disney Magic Mediterranean Sailings Through June 7

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As the world continues to face the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Disney Cruise Line announced last week that that they had extended their suspension of departures through May 17th. Now, Mediterranean cruises aboard the Disney Magic have been cancelled through June 7. With the wellbeing of its guests and team members as its top priority and … Read more

TODAY on WDWNT LIVE: We’re Talking Merch, MCU, and Pixar on “The Wolfe Den” at 11:00 AM, Plus an Evening of ParksCenter at 9:00 PM!

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Welcome to another week of quarantine in the weird world of post-Disney closures! The parks may be closed off for now, but we’re trying to bring you as much entertainment as possible, with daily lineups full of fun YouTube content. Starting at 11:00 AM, get ready for another episode of “The Wolfe Den” with host Eric Wolfe, … Read more

New “Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian” Behind-the-Scenes Documentary Series Making its Disney+ Debut on May the 4th

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This May the 4th, also known as Star Wars Day, a brand-new series debuting on Disney+ will take us behind-the-scenes of the first Star Wars live-action series, The Mandalorian. What started as a fan-generated grassroots holiday, Star WarsDay has become a full-fledged celebration of the Star Wars saga embraced by the entire galaxy. This year, … Read more

New “Shorts by Disney Parks” Video Series Debuts with Adorable Animated Ducks on the My Disney Experience and Disneyland Apps

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A recent notification pushed via the Disneyland app and My Disney Experience app is sure to make your evening go swimmingly. A new video series, named “Shorts by Disney Parks” has debuted on the app, with the first video short featuring adorable Disney Parks Ducks in “Float On”. Watch as these three Mickey ear hat-topped … Read more

Florida Governor Says State is “Open” to Auto-Enrolling Thousands of Furloughed Walt Disney World Cast Members Into Unemployment System

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As updates continue on the status of Walt Disney World furloughs, the Florida Governor Ron DeSantis stated today in a press conference that the state is “open” to auto-enrolling the thousands of furloughed Cast Members upon the start of the company-wide furlough on April 19. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says the state is "open" to … Read more

California Governor States Mass Gatherings “Unlikely” Through August, Disneyland Summer Reopening in Jeopardy

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With summer quickly upon us, many eager Disneyland Resort guests and Annual Passholders are searching for answers regarding when the parks will reopen, but it seems California Governor Gavin Newsom is putting a lid on any potential summer reopenings. During a press conference today, the governor stated that the chances of mass gatherings of any … Read more

Actors’ Equity Association Reaches Agreement with Walt Disney World; 800 Actors and Stage Performers to be Furloughed Starting April 19

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On April 2, it was announced that all U.S.-based executives, salaried and non-union hourly employees of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products would be furloughed starting April 19 due to extended park closures caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, given that union employees were excluded, negotiations have since been underway for weeks. This past weekend, agreements were … Read more

Shanghai Disney Resort Expanding Health QR Code Checks; Only Guests With Green QR Codes Allowed to Enter Resort

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Due to the outbreak of COVID-19 in China, Shanghai Disney Resort has been closed since late January. However, the Shanghai Disneyland Hotel, Disneytown, and Wishing Star Park resumed limited operations on March 9, with health protocols in place to keep guests safe and prevent the further spread of the virus. In a recent update to … Read more

Permit Filed for Lovepop Greeting Card Retail Store at Town Center in Disney Springs

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If you’re a fan of Lovepop’s whimsical pop-up greeting card designs, you’ll soon be able to visit them at an expanded new location in Town Center at Disney Springs. The greeting card store started out as an addition to the Marketplace Co-Op at Disney Springs before moving to its own stand-alone kiosk in front of … Read more

VIDEO: New Trailer Released for “Prop Culture” Showcasing Items from “Pirates of the Caribbean”, “Who Framed Roger Rabbit?”, “Honey, I Shrunk The Kids” and More; Full Series Debuts May 1 on Disney+

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If you enjoyed The Imagineering Story docuseries on Disney+, you’re going to love the upcoming new series, Prop Culture, which gives fans a chance to go inside the Disney archives and uncover some of its greatest treasures. Over eight episodes are all set to premiere on May 1 as host/collector Dan Lanigan goes on the … Read more

Disney Cruise Line Extending Additional 25% Cruise Credit Offer For Guests on Cancelled or Modified Cruises Through May 17

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As the world continues to face the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Disney Cruise Line announced last week that that they had extended their suspension of departures through May 17th. Previously, departures had only been suspended up until April 28th. Now, guests are being offered an additional 25% cruise credit on their cancelled or modified cruises. Disney … Read more

Full List of Performances Starring Ariana Grande, Christina Aguilera, and More Revealed For “The Disney Family Singalong” Premiering This Thursday on ABC

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If you’re missing the good old days of Disney Sing-Along tapes, you’re going to want to tune in to The Disney Family Singalong, a new Disney musical special for ABC debuting on Thursday, April 16 at 8:00 PM. The Disney Family Singalong will be hosted by Ryan Seacrest and feature stars performing at home, like Ariana … Read more

TODAY on WDWNT LIVE: Fire Up the Oven For “Cooking With Nick” at 11:00 AM, Plus the Premiere of “it’s a small world” Parents Panel at 7:00 PM!

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Welcome to another week of quarantine in the weird world of post-Disney closures! The parks may be closed off for now, but we’re trying to bring you as much entertainment as possible, with daily lineups full of fun YouTube content. Starting at 11:00 AM, we hope you’re hungry, because it’s time for Cooking with Nick at … Read more

VIDEO: Take a Virtual Tour of Walt Disney Imagineering’s Digital Immersive Showroom (The DISH) in Latest “Journey Into Imagineering” Episode

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Walt Disney Imagineering is known for making the impossible possible. That’s why despite their offices (and the Disney Parks) being closed, they are opening up their headquarters for a full virtual tour! This week, we are heading to the DISH, also known as the Digital Immersive Showroom at Walt Disney Imagineering. The DISH is a … Read more