Shannen Ace, Author at WDW News Today

BREAKING: Disneyland Ending Annual Passholder Program and Cancelling All Annual Passes

January 14, 2021

Disneyland Resort is officially canceling the Annual Passholder program while the theme parks remain closed indefinitely. Ken Potrock, President of Disneyland, issued the following statement: Due to the continued uncertainty of the pandemic and limitations surrounding the reopening of our California theme parks, we will be issuing appropriate refunds for eligible Disneyland Resort Annual Passports … Read more

Disney Analyst Boosts The Walt Disney Company Stock Price Target to $200 Based on Theme Park Projections

January 14, 2021

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With a Wednesday report, Guggenheim Securities analyst Michael Morris has raised his stock price target on The Walt Disney Company by $15, bringing it to $200. Disney’s stock closed on Tuesday at $175.99. This theme park forecast “reflects a slower revenue recovery than current consensus estimates in fiscal year 2021-2023 and stronger long-term economic potential … Read more

The Muppets Tease Major Announcement Coming Soon

January 14, 2021

The official Twitter account for The Muppets has teased an upcoming “major and important Muppet announcement.” There are no hints as to what the big announcement will be, with the tweet ending “What is it? We have no idea.” It’s possible the announcement is regarding a new show or film. There has not been a … Read more

Annual Passholder-Exclusive Ear Headband, Baseball Cap, and Pin Arriving at Walt Disney World

January 14, 2021

New Annual Passholder-exclusive merchandise is coming to Walt Disney World this month. We already found the Cinderella Castle-inspired Minnie Mouse ear headband, but Passholders can also look forward to a baseball cap and pin. These new items will be available at the following locations. Locations for Passholder-Exclusive Minnie Mouse Ear Headband and Baseball Cap The … Read more

PHOTOS: Bright Yellow Facade of the M&M's Store at Disney Springs Now Complete

January 14, 2021

The M&M’s store at Disney Springs is coming together and though we don’t know an opening date, it looks like the store may be ready soon. The facade is mostly complete, except for M&M decor. There are rods in place for large M&Ms to be installed. We can clearly see where nine giant M&Ms will … Read more

Chris Evans Reportedly Returning to the MCU as Captain America

January 14, 2021

According to Deadline, Chris Evans is in talks to reprise his role of Steve Rogers, a.k.a. Captain America, in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Evans retired from the role after Avengers: Endgame, and handed the shield off to Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson. Evans had made it clear he had no intention of returning to the … Read more

REVIEW: New Double-Chocolate Butterscotch Banana Muffin in Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney's Animal Kingdom

January 14, 2021

If you take a trip to Pandora – The World of Avatar in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, you’ll find a delicious new breakfast (or dessert) treat. Read on for photos and our full review of the new double-chocolate butterscotch banana muffin. Double-Chocolate Butterscotch Banana Muffin – $3.99 For being chocolate-heavy, this muffin is surprisingly well-balanced. The … Read more

REVIEW: Cotton Top Tamarin Cupcake Returns Slightly Modified at Disney's Animal Kingdom

January 14, 2021

An old Disney’s Animal Kingdom treat has returned in a fresh form. This Cotton Top Tamarin Cupcake is named for the cotton-top tamarin monkey found in Central America, South America, and Mexico. But you can find this cupcake at Creature Comforts (Starbucks). Cotton Top Tamarin Cupcake – $5.99 The cotton-top tamarin is pictured on the … Read more

PHOTOS: New "UP"-Themed Disney Parks Designer Collection Ear Hat Coming to EPCOT This Month

January 14, 2021

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Disney artist Darren Wilson has been sharing sneak peeks of his new Disney Parks Designer Collection ear hat inspired by Pixar’s Up. One side of the ear hat features young Ellie and Carl smiling at each other. One of the ears has the “My Adventure Book” lettering, while the other has Carl and Ellie’s handprints. … Read more

REVIEW: New Coffee Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookie Available Ahead of Gideon's Bakehouse Grand Opening at Disney Springs

January 14, 2021

Gideon’s Bakehouse has reopened today at Disney Springs following an unexpected closure on January 2. The new bakery has announced its grand opening will be this Saturday, January 16, 2021, with giveaways and limited-edition cookies. Speaking of limited-edition cookies, one of Gideon’s special January cookies is coffee toffee chocolate chip and we tried it out … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: New Posable Disney nuiMOs Plush Arriving at Disney Parks on January 19, Including Plush Spirit Jersey & Loungefly Accesories

January 14, 2021

After a successful launch in Japan and China, Disney nuiMOs plush are coming to shopDisney and Disney Parks around the world. The word “nuiMOs” is a blend of the Japanese nuigurumi meaning plush and moderu meaning model. These pocket-size figures are posable and can be dressed up to match their owner’s personality and taste. The … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Wilderness Explorers "UP" MagicBand with Grape Soda Badge Charm Floats Into Disney World

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Adventure is out there! And you can go on your own Walt Disney World adventure with this new MagicBand inspired by Pixar’s Up. This brown MagicBand resembles a wilderness explorer sash. On one end of the MagicBand, Russell poses with his own Wilderness Explorer sash and Kevin in the background. The other end has several … Read more

SHOP: New "Up" Home Goods, Plush, Apparel, and More Arrive on shopDisney

January 13, 2021

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, a new collection of Pixar’s Up merchandise has arrived on shopDisney celebrating the love of Carl and Ellie. Carl & Ellie Desk Mailbox and Stationery Set – $24.99 This tin mailbox comes with an entire stationery set that can sit on your desk. This stationery set includes 24 postcards, … Read more

PHOTOS: New Souvenir Gift Card Available For 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

January 12, 2021

The 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is here, which means there’s lots of merchandise, food, and drinks to purchase. If you’re sick of pulling out your cash or card at every vendor, then Disney has an easy way to pay for souvenirs and food: collectible gift cards! With each EPCOT festival … Read more

PHOTOS: “Expression Section” Paint-by-Number Mural Opens at Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2021

January 12, 2021

The Expression Section paint-by-numbers mural has opened with social distancing at the Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2021. Guests first go to a station to pick up their paint and assignment. Each person receives a cup of paint and a brush. We were given a choice from five colors of paint and … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park-Themed Starbucks Travel Tumbler at Disneyland Resort

January 12, 2021

Disneyland Resort has a new Starbucks cup inspired by Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. This plastic cup is different from the ceramic Starbucks tumblers released at Downtown Disney District late last year. On the cup, you’ll find iconic images from around Disneyland Resort, including Sleeping Beauty Castle and the Pixar Pal-A-Round. The other side of … Read more