Katie Francis 
Take to the skies on Hiccup’s Wing Gliders, a roller coaster found in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Epic Universe. About Read the official description below. From Hiccup’s workshop comes his latest contraption: a winged flying machine that launches aspiring Dragon Riders into the air, swooping and soaring and encountering … Read more
HBO announced a slate of cast who will star in the “Harry Potter” TV series, Disney filed six permits for the new “Cars” area at Magic Kingdom, and those attending Annual Passholder previews at Epic Universe can pick up a free poster — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Tuesday, April 15, … Read more
In anticipation of May the Fourth (also known as Star Wars Day), the new Legends of Endor merchandise collection has arrived. Ewok Espresso Mug Set – $39.99 The Ewok Espresso Mug Set is also available at Walt Disney World. It includes three ceramic molded mugs with 3D design elements, each decorated as a different Ewok … Read more
One of the dinner show venues on board the upcoming Disney Destiny is Pride Lands: Feast of the Lion King. Disney Cruise Line invited WDWNT to take a first look at some of the menu items, the restaurant’s features, and the performance. Pride Lands: Feast of the Lion King Cast Costumes The restaurant’s Cast Members … Read more
Universal walked back a previous statement regarding current Annual Passholders and Express Pass access and Disney Cruise Line released a slate of news about the upcoming Disney Destiny ship — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, April 14, 2025. Walt Disney World Walt Disney World Resort Hotels New Merchandise Other Walt … Read more
CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular, a nighttime lagoon show, has returned to Universal Studios Florida without its signature drones. CineSational Returns to Universal Studios Florida The show weaves music and narration to emphasize the emotional impact that scores can have on viewers, using a combination of classic Universal properties and newer Intellectual Properties (IP) to illustrate. … Read more
At a preview for the Disney Destiny cruise ship, we got a first look at the Hyena Sipper that will be available for purchase at Pride Lands: Feast of the Lion King. Hyena Sipper The hyena, who appears to be Ed, is doubled over with laughter. His tongue hangs from his mouth while his front … Read more
A new pastel Figment Loungefly backpack and matching ear headband will soon arrive on the Disney Store website (and presumably in the parks as well). Pastel Figment Loungefly The Loungefly backpack is very similar in design to the brightly colored version currently available. Like the collection promises, it reimagines Figment in pastel versions of his … Read more
In an update reported by local journalist Ashley Carter, Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed that an earlier statement regarding Annual Passholder perks at Epic Universe was incorrect. Earlier this month, Universal’s official Facebook account commented in response to a question on the Annual Passholder Facebook group in regards to the complimentary Express Pass that Premier … Read more
Disneyland Paris announced a lot of news today, including an “Up” ride and more information about the upcoming “The Lion King” attraction — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, April 12, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Walt Disney World Resort Hotels Disneyland Resort Downtown Disney District Disneyland Paris Disneyland … Read more
Another new store has been announced for Disney Village, the shopping and dining district at Disneyland Paris. New Store in Disney Village Disney has made several new announcements today for Disneyland Paris, including some updates for Disney Village. Phase two of the Disney Village expansion was announced in January of 2025. Since the announcement, two … Read more
Disney Sequoia Lodge is the next hotel at Disneyland Paris to receive a major refurbishment. According to new announcements from Disney, work on Disney Sequoia Lodge will begin in 2026. The news was teased back in 2023, but no additional details or dates were shared at that time. The now-confirmed refurbishment is set to enhance … Read more
Disneyland Paris has announced an opening date for World Premiere at Walt Disney Studios Park (soon to be known as Disney Adventure World). World Premiere will open on May 15, 2025, ushering in the latest major milestone of Disney Adventure World. This brand-new park entrance will feature a reimagined interior with new décor, refurbished spaces, … Read more
A new ride themed to Pixar’s “Up” is coming to Disney Adventure World at Disneyland Paris. “Up” Ride Just today, Disneyland Paris announced an all-new, family-friendly attraction that will complete the Adventure Way section of the park. The new attraction will be located right across from the previously-announced Raiponce Tangled Spin. The ride is set … Read more
A new castle snowglobe featuring Figment and more was released, Universal announced an opening year and concept art for their new park in Great Britain, and Walt Disney World theme park hours have been extended — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Walt Disney World New Merchandise Other … Read more
A date has been announced for Destination D23 ticket sales, a baby Masai giraffe was born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Universal Orlando is deleting its popular Annual Passholder Facebook group — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, April 7, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney’s Animal … Read more