Shannen Ace, Author at WDW News Today

Sanaa at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is First Table Service Restaurant to Offer New Mobile Order Service at Walt Disney World

September 18, 2020

With mobile ordering becoming more necessary in the time of social distancing, it seems that some table service restaurants at Walt Disney World may begin offering a mobile order option. Some restaurants have already introduced a mobile waitlist, now Sanaa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is offering mobile ordering. In My Disney Experience, you can … Read more

PHOTOS: New U-Rest Area Opens in New York Area of Universal Studios Florida

September 18, 2020

Universal Studios Florida has opened up a new U-Rest area in the New York section of the park, just in time for their Halloween festivities this weekend. U-Rest areas are where guests can safely remove face coverings while maintaining a proper social distance. This small U-Rest area is on a section of street across from … Read more

PHOTOS: New "The Princess and the Frog" Designs Now Available on MaDe On-Demand Kiosks in Walt Disney World

September 17, 2020

While Splash Mountain fans buy any merchandise they can get their hands on, The Princess and the Frog fans are in luck, as new merchandise arrives in the parks. New MagicBand, magnet, and phone case designs featuring Tiana and Naveen have been added to the MaDe On-Demand kiosks. We saw all these designs in Tomorrowland … Read more

PHOTOS: "Ratatouille" Sign Updated Once Again at France Pavilion Expansion Entrance Archway in EPCOT

September 17, 2020

After being removed and replaced with a second version less than a month ago, a third version of the “Ratatouille” sign has now appeared in the France Pavilion expansion archway at EPCOT. For reference, here is what the first sign looked like. Here is the second sign. It no longer had the weathering along the … Read more

REVIEW: NEW Autumnal Apple Pie Cupcake Delights for Fall at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

September 17, 2020

A new fall cupcake has arrived at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Halloween treats will be arriving at Walt Disney World hotels, but this seasonal cupcake is a little early, and it’s bloomed with all the colors of autumn. This cupcake is topped with a sugar pumpkin and buttercream in shades of orange, yellow, … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Baby Yoda Hoodie, Mug, and Travel Pillow Arrive at Disneyland Resort

September 17, 2020

We’re all excited for season two of The Mandalorian (watch the new trailer if you haven’t already), but now Disneyland Resort guests can pick up new Baby Yoda merchandise at the Downtown Disney District to celebrate. Baby Yoda Hoodie – $54.99 This hoodie is covered in Mando holding Baby Yoda. The hoodie says “The Child” … Read more

Disney Casts Tatiana Maslany for Upcoming "She-Hulk" Disney+ Series

September 17, 2020

According to Variety, Tatiana Maslany is near closing a deal to play the lead role in the upcoming “She-Hulk” series for Disney+. The series was first announced at D23 last year, but not much has been heard about it since then. She-Hulk, whose real name is Jennifer Walters, is a lawyer and the cousin of … Read more

Win a 5-Night Stay at Disney's Riviera Resort or Aulani with the "Magic Around Every Corner" DVC Sweepstakes

September 17, 2020

Disney Vacation Club has announced a new “Magic Around Every Corner” sweepstakes. All you have to do to enter is watch videos and answer trivia questions. DVC describes the sweepstakes like this: See how Disney Vacation Club® can help you find magic around every corner, and enter the Magic Seeker Sweepstakes for your chance to win a Disney … Read more

Disneyland Could Reopen at 50% Capacity With Social Distancing

September 17, 2020

According to estimates by Thinkwell Group’s Brad Kissling, Disneyland could accommodate approximately 50% of its pre-COVID capacity with social distancing. While Disneyland rarely shares exact figures for park attendance and capacity, an estimated 51,140 visited Disneyland per day in 2019, according to Themed Entertainment Association/AECOM. Kissling estimates Disneyland attracts approximately 60,000 guests on a normal … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway Pocket Watch and Necklaces Arrive at Disney's Hollywood Studios

September 17, 2020

All aboard! You can become your own train conductor with these new jewelry items inspired by Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. Pocket Watch – $24.99 This watch has a Runaway Railway logo on the face. The full name of the attraction is embossed on the back. Train Whistle Necklace – $19.99 This necklace has a … Read more

Keister Coaster Waterslide Closing for Refurbishment at Disney's BoardWalk Resort

September 17, 2020

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The clown-themed Keister Coaster waterslide at Disney’s BoardWalk Resort will be closing next month for refurbishment. The waterslide at Luna Park Pool is known for the giant clown face that guests emerge from. Disney’s BoardWalk Villas are currently open for Disney Vacation Club guests while the rest of the resort remains closed. Luna Park Pool … Read more

PHOTOS: Gaston Now on Horseback and Big Bad Wolf Joins Disney Villains Halloween Cavalcade at the Magic Kingdom

September 17, 2020

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Today at Magic Kingdom, we noticed a couple of changes to the new Disney Villains Halloween cavalcade. Firstly, Gaston is now on horseback to lead the cavalcade. Behind Gaston, we noticed another villain had joined the walking group: the Big Bad Wolf! It’s possible different villains will join the cavalcade on different days as part … Read more

Trick-or-Treating Locations Revealed for Halloween at Universal's Islands of Adventure

September 17, 2020

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This weekend, Universal will be testing out all their new Halloween offerings, including trick-or-treating at Islands of Adventure! This event is part trick-or-treating, part scavenger hunt as guests must find each of the participating treat locations. Luckily, we have the list right here. The following locations will have treats: Trading Company Island Market Holiday Mulberry … Read more

PHOTOS: InGen Ride Vehicle Testing Underway for "Velocicoaster" at Universal's Islands of Adventure

September 17, 2020

The “Velocicoaster” at Universal’s Islands of Adventure is one step closer to completion with the addition of InGen ride vehicles. We’ve caught a glimpse of the ride vehicle earlier this week, all wrapped up in plastic, but today, the test vehicle was in plain sight as tests continued along the track. The vehicles are wrapped … Read more

REVIEW: NEW Pumpkin Spice Macaron Martini (with Spiced Rum) is a Must-Have at L'Artisan des Glaces in EPCOT

September 17, 2020

If you love pumpkin spice, but are looking for something with a little more kick than a latte, then you might want to visit the France Pavilion in EPCOT. L’Artisan des Glaces has a brand-new pumpkin spice macaron martini that’s sure to lift your spirits. The pumpkin macarons were lined up and ready to go … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: New Limited Release Big Thunder Mountain Railroad "Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction" Series Now Available at Walt Disney World

September 17, 2020September 17, 2020

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Only a few weeks after the Dumbo the Flying Elephant series of Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction arrived at Walt Disney World, the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad series has also now appeared. When we arrived at Magic Kingdom this morning, Cast Members were restocking the series that guests were quickly buying up. Let’s take a … Read more