Katie Francis

Katie is the Editor in Chief of WDWNT and its subsites. She attended the University of Central Florida to study English and Hospitality Management. Katie joined WDWNT after working in the theme parks and attractions industry for more than ten years. Contact her at [email protected].

REVIEW: Mickey-Shaped Beef Wellington, Churro Toffee Cold Brew, and More Return to A Twist on Tradition Marketplace for Festival of Holidays 2021 at Disney California Adventure

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Festival of Holidays 2021 at Disney California Adventure doesn’t officially begin until November 12, but the booths opened up early yesterday. We’ve tried some new items and now it’s time for three returning favorites at A Twist on Tradition Marketplace. Menu for A Twist on Tradition Marketplace at Disney California Adventure Festival of Holidays 2021 … Read more

PHOTOS: Mickey and Minnie Mouse Debut New Character Costumes from 1983’s ‘Mickey’s Christmas Carol’ for Disney Merriest Nites at Disneyland

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Disneyland Resort President Ken Potrock revealed the new costumes for Mickey and Minnie, which will debut for Disney Merriest Nites. The new outfits are from the 1983 classic, “Mickey’s Christmas Carol,” as pictured below. Disney Merriest Nights, a hard-ticket after-hours event at Disneyland, begins tonight. The event is sold out, but if you are attending, … Read more

BREAKING: Entire Area of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Hogsmeade Temporarily Closed at Universal's Islands of Adventure

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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade is closed this morning at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The land and all three of its rides (Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, and Flight of the Hippogriff) have yet to open today. A sign at the entrance to Islands of Adventure … Read more

40% of Disneyland Magic Key Sales Are to New Passholders

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In August, the new Magic Key program began, replacing the former Annual Passholder program for Disneyland Resort. In today’s Q4 earnings call, CEO Bob Chapek revealed that while the new Magic Key Passes have been popular with Legacy Passholders, 40% of all sales are to new passholders. Chapek also noted that the program is selling … Read more

Universal Orlando Employee with Hearing Issues Screamed At, Server Punched in the Face by Guest Over Holding An Elevator Door Open

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A Texas tourist was arrested after she was accused of hitting a server in the face at a Universal CityWalk karaoke club, according to an Orlando Police arrest report. Amber Garcia and her husband were departing the club around 12:35 a.m., when a Team Member held the elevator open, which prevented the Garcias from immediately … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (11/9/21): Blueprints for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Leak, Full Lineup of Candlelight Processional Narrators, 'Star Wars' Life Day Treats Coming to Disneyland, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Tuesday, November 9, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: New Youth Spider-Man Apparel Swings Into Disney California Adventure

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New youth Spider-Man apparel has arrived at the Backlot Premiere Shop at Disney California Adventure. Youth “Web Slinger” Spider-Man Hoodie – $39.99 This youth hoodie is white with red accents. Spider-Man’s head with lines representing his Spidey Senses is beside text reading, “WEB SLINGER.” The interior hood lining features many scientific symbols, representing the work … Read more

PHOTOS: New 'Fantasmic!' Wishables Debut at Disneyland

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A new set of Disney Parks Wishables have arrived at Disneyland featuring characters from Fantasmic!, a nighttime spectacular which is not currently performing. “Fantasmic” Wishables – $14.99 Disney Parks Wishables are feature one open edition plush plus a blind bag with four other options. The open edition plush for this series is Sorcerer Mickey. The … Read more

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