Owen Payne

Owen has a background in fashion and a true love for theme parks. His first visit to Walt Disney World wasn't until 2016, but he immediately fell head over heels for the resort he longed to see all his life. Since then he's visited countless times and now lives just minutes away from the magic. When he's not happily browsing all of the merchandise shops on property, you can likely find him enjoying some Chicken Breast Nuggets. Contact him at owen@wdwnt.com

BREAKING: Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage, Turtle Talk with Crush, Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor, and Wonderful World of Animation Return Dates Announced for Walt Disney World

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Starting August 1, the “Wonderful World of Animation” will return to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This cinematic nighttime experience leverages projection mapping technology to transform the park’s iconic Chinese Theater on a magical journey through more than 90 years of Disney animation. On August 15, a tale as old as time will return to Theater of … Read more

Wine Country Trattoria to Reduce Hours of Operation Starting July 25 at Disney California Adventure

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The popular restaurant Wine Country Trattoria located in the Pacific Wharf area of Disney California Adventure Park reopened to guests back in June, and just a month later is already reducing its hours of operation. In an email sent to guests with an upcoming reservation, a Cast Member stated they will be reducing their hours … Read more

PHOTOS: New Artfully Evil, Magical Comics, and Disney Rewards 2021 Pins Arrive at Walt Disney World

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New exclusive pins have made their way to Frontier Trading Post in the Magic Kingdom featuring beloved animated characters. Limited Edition Artfully Evil Yzma Pin – $19.99 Yzma from “The Emperor’s New Groove” returns for another style of the Artfully Evil pin. Only 3000 units are available of this design. Limited Edition Magical Comics “The … Read more

PHOTOS: Cavalcade Show Times Now Listed On Digital Boards in Magic Kingdom and on My Disney Experience App

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Since traditional parades have still not returned to Walt Disney World, guests are always eager to spot a Character Cavalcade coming through the park to entertain. Catching these performances is now easier than ever, as Disney has posted show times on Digital Boards around the Magic Kingdom, as well as in the My Disney Experience … Read more

PHOTOS: Spears and Mask Removed, Navigation Co. Logo Added to Updated Entrance Sign at Jungle Cruise in Magic Kingdom

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The Jungle Cruise continues to provide more updates for adventurous skippers visiting the Magic Kingdom. The latest change greets guests just as the enter the main queue, as a freshly modified sign has been posted. Pictured here is a photo of the former sign. The letters were filled in with red paint and rest on … Read more

PHOTOS: New Marauder’s Map Wand Collection Appears at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Universal Orlando Resort has released a set of Wizarding World wands for fans to purchase, like the Dark Wizard wand collection we recently spotted over in Knockturn Alley. We found these new wands inside Dervish and Banges in Hogsmeade. Marauder’s Map Wand Collection – $180 This new collection is slightly less expensive than the Dark … Read more

PHOTOS: New Orleans Square Facades Now Covered in Tarps for Refurbish in Disneyland Park

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Scrim is up and work is underway in New Orleans Square at Disneyland. While enjoying our time in the Happiest Place on Earth, we stopped by to check out the scene and to see what is still open to guests during construction. Unfortunately, the scrim is a basic solid color instead of being themed to … Read more

PHOTOS: Harbour Galley Reopens at Disneyland Park

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The popular quick service location Harbour Galley located in Critter Country is now open to guests once more inside Disneyland. QR code menus are located on multiple signs right near the restaurant’s windows. Mobile ordering is also available to guests at this time as well, making it even easier to order and pickup your meal. … Read more

Rehearsals Begin This Week at Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor in Magic Kingdom

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One of the few Magic Kingdom attractions that still has yet to open is the comedy-filled, Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor. This audience-interactive show has been closed since March 2020. However, we have some good news, as rehearsals have begun as of this week. The sign for this attraction was uncovered back in May. While an … Read more

Carthay Circle Restaurant Releases New Dinner Menu Ahead of Reopening This Week, Removes Beloved Biscuits and Duck Wings

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Officially reopening on July 22, the Disneyland Resort has posted its updated menu for Carthay Circle Restaurant in Disney California Adventure. Unfortunately, the beloved Carthay Signature Fried Biscuits have been replaced with Warm Cheddar Parkerhouse Rolls, which are $14 compared to the $15 biscuits. Also notable, the Fire Cracker Duck Wings are missing from the … Read more

PHOTOS: Halloween Horror Nights Construction Continues at Universal Studios Florida

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Halloween Horror Nights is less than two months away, and Universal Studios Florida is busy preparing for the big event. Construction is continuing around the park lately, as we’ve recently seen areas prepped. Additional areas are now getting ready to scare guests once more. A new structure has been added in the New York area, … Read more

PHOTOS: Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Now Closed for Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom

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Reported earlier this month, the popular Toy Story-themed attraction in Tomorrowland has now closed for a short refurbishment. A usually bustling area is now quiet and empty of guests. The refurbishment is currently planned to last until Thursday, July 22. Disney has not released details on what exactly is being refurbished in the ride, but … Read more

Disney’s New Lake Nona Work Campus to Worsen Orlando Housing Market

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The Walt Disney Company recently announced that they would be relocating approximately 2000 jobs from California to Florida in a new campus in Lake Nona. Peter Luu, a Premier Sotheby’s International Realty agent who specializes in the Lake Nona area, stated that California buyers who are moving to Florida will be willing to pay even … Read more

PHOTOS: “S.E.A.” References Removed on Props Inside Jungle Cruise Queue at Magic Kingdom

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The Jungle Cruise queue in Magic Kingdom has revealed several updates recently, with new props installed. We reported that references to the Society of Explorers and Adventurers (S.E.A.) were placed on the sides of boxes and crates in the queue, but these have now been surprisingly removed. Previously, a logo for S.E.A. was painted on … Read more

SHOP: 2022 Walt Disney World Calendar by Photographer Matthew Cooper Now On Sale with Pre-Order Discount

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If you’ve ever loved some of the beautiful Disney landscape photos we’ve showcased here at WDWNT, then we have a special surprise (and discount) for you! Photographer Matthew Cooper returns this year with a brand new calendar, and he currently has an early bird special for his 2022 Disney World calendar at just $20 if pre-ordered by August … Read more

Holiday Offerings Coming This Year to “Very Merrytime Cruises” Aboard the Disney Cruise Line

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Whether you are looking for a new family tradition or simply want to add some cheer to the season, Disney Cruise Line has an option to make the magic of the holidays come alive with Very Merrytime Cruises. From early November through December, the Disney Cruise Line fleet is decked from bow-to-stern with holiday cheer and entertainment during Very Merrytime Cruises. … Read more

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