Michelle Beck, Author at WDW News Today

PHOTOS: Work Continues on New Monorail Station Platform at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

March 7, 2021 Michelle Beck

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We are continuing to monitor the progress of the reimagined Great Ceremonial House entrance and Monorail station at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort which is currently under refurbishment for the 50th Anniversary of the Walt Disney World Resort. Today, we noticed the new Monorail station is starting to take shape since our last visit. Several additional platforms have been constructed … Read more

PHOTOS: New Raya and The Last Dragon Kids Costume and Boots Arrive at Walt Disney World and Online

March 5, 2021 Michelle Beck

Raya and the Last Dragon merchandise continues to arrive at Walt Disney World. Today, we found a new Raya Costume and boots for kids at EPCOT. Raya Costume for Kids – $69.99 This new Raya Costume Set for kids is inspired by Disney Raya and the Last Dragon. The five-piece set features a top, vest, bottoms, … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disney’s Beach Club Resort Bathrobe Arrives at Walt Disney World

March 5, 2021 Michelle Beck

Today, during a visit to Disney’s Beach Club Resort, we spotted a new luxury bathrobe for sale. Disney’s Beach Club Resort Luxury Bathrobe – $74.99 The bathrobe is white and has an embroidered logo for Disney’s Beach Club Resort which fittingly sits under a beach umbrella. The robe also has a soft and furry lining … Read more

PHOTOS: New Boardwalk Resort & AbracadaBar Merchandise Arrives at Walt Disney World

March 5, 2021 Michelle Beck

Today, we found a whole new merchandise line featuring Disney’s Boardwalk Resort that has debuted at Walt Disney World. The new line features a luxury bathrobe, Nike polo shirt, and silver-trimmed mug featuring the Disney Boardwalk logo. We also found a T-shirt and glass which pays tribute to AbracadaBar, which is known for its magician-themed … Read more

Florida Authorities Give Brightline a Deadline of Mid-Summer to Negotiate Agreement With Local and State Agencies

March 5, 2021 Michelle Beck

On Monday, March 1, Florida transportation authorities gave Brightline a final deadline of mid-summer to negotiate an agreement with local and state agencies. Brightline is the company working on the expanding high-speed rail network between Orlando and Tampa. In 2019, the state Department of Transportation gave Brightline the rights to negotiate securing leases along a route … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Harmonious Centerpiece Ring Barge Arms Now Being Tested at EPCOT

March 5, 2021March 5, 2021 Michelle Beck

The six story tall centerpiece for Harmonious recently found its home on the World Showcase Lagoon at EPCOT. Earlier today, we spotted some fountain testing on the barges taking place and now it appears workers are testing one of the arms on the platforms. The arm can be seen in the raised position and lots of … Read more

SHOP: New Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Dress Now Available on shopDisney

March 5, 2021 Michelle Beck

A new dress is available on shopDisney which is inspired by Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World. The allover pattern on this cap sleeve dress features Mickey, Minnie, and the rest of the gang, while the red and white checked belt and epaulets create a cute compliment. The … Read more

Universal Orlando Announces Beetlejuice House, Dates for Halloween Horror Nights 30 in 2021

March 5, 2021March 5, 2021 Michelle Beck

Universal Orlando Resort announced the first haunted house for Halloween Horror Nights 30 last fall. We got a sneak peek at the Puppet Theatre: Captive Audience house during the park’s extended closure. Today, Universal Orlando revealed that Beetlejuice is the next house for Halloween Horror Nights 30, and we are happy to see it return. … Read more

PHOTOS: Workers Use Boom Lifts to Continue Harmonious Centerpiece Work in EPCOT’s World Showcase Lagoon

March 2, 2021 Michelle Beck

Last week, workers added a 6-story-tall Harmonious centerpiece barge to World Showcase Lagoon in EPCOT. Workers later added a second set of arms as well. Today, workers were performing more work on the Harmonious centerpiece ring. To get to the highest points, workers used a boom lift that was floating on a nearby barge. When complete, the … Read more

PHOTOS: New Artfully Evil Queen of Hearts and St. Patrick’s Day Limited Edition Pins Arrive at Walt Disney World

March 2, 2021 Michelle Beck

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Two new pins have arrived at Walt Disney World: The Artfully Evil Queen of Hearts pin and the 2021 St. Patrick’s Day pin featuring Donald Duck. Artfully Evil Queen of Hearts Pin – $19.99 The limited-edition Artfully Evil Queen of Hearts pin was found at the Frontier Trading Post at the Magic Kingdom. St. Patrick’s Day … Read more

Disneyland Resort Legacy Passholders Who Attend “A Touch of Disney” Can Enjoy A Special Photo-Op and Magnet

March 2, 2021 Michelle Beck

Disneyland Resort Legacy Passholders who purchase tickets to attend “A Touch of Disney” at Disney California Adventure can have access to a special Legacy Passholder Corner. Located in Paradise Gardens from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM, this area is themed to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Disney California Adventure Park. Here’s a sneak peek at … Read more

PHOTOS: New Signage at Disney Springs Parking Garage Shows Face Masks That Are Not Permitted

March 2, 2021 Michelle Beck

Disney Springs has placed new signage at entrances that clarifies the types of face masks that are not permitted inside the shopping, dining, and entertainment area. We found these in the Orange Garage. Neck gaiters are not permitted. Open-chin triangle bandanas are not permitted. Face coverings with valves are not permitted. Face coverings with mesh … Read more

PHOTOS: Demolition Rips Through the Center of Innoventions West at EPCOT

March 2, 2021 Michelle Beck

We’ve been closely monitoring the demolition of Innoventions West at EPCOT. Today, we stopped by to see how work was progressing since our last visit. Structural support beams continue to be removed from the building. Remnant pipes and wiring are still visible on what’s left of the framework. We saw the corner supports removed last … Read more

PHOTOS: Gaston’s Tavern Sign in Magic Kingdom Receives New Paint

March 2, 2021 Michelle Beck

Gaston’s Tavern sign at Magic Kingdom recently received a makeover and debuted with a fresh coat of paint. The color of the sign was a greenish-brown and the letters were filled in with gold-colored paint. Today, we noticed that it appeared the sign received another fresh coat of paint that is closer to a dark … Read more

PHOTOS: Themed Scrim Debuts Around Peter Pan’s Flight Construction at Magic Kingdom

March 2, 2021 Michelle Beck

Peter Pan’s Flight at Magic Kingdom is receiving a refresh just in time for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary this fall. Construction has been going on for a while now, and today we noticed a themed scrim has finally been added around the attraction. The new scrim more closely matches the exterior building facade. A generic brown scrim still … Read more

PHOTOS: Marie, Cheshire Cat, and Stitch Mouth Mugs Arrive at Walt Disney World

February 23, 2021 Michelle Beck

Three new mugs inspired by some of our favorite Disney animals have arrived at Walt Disney World. The mugs feature the faces of Marie, the Cheshire Cat, and Stitch. Marie Mug – $14.99 This white and pink mug has Marie’s sweet smirk. Her name is on the back, the “i” dotted with a bow. The … Read more