Spencer Lloyd, Author at WDW News Today

Walt Disney World & Universal Orlando Resort Report 18 Injuries on Attractions from April to June 2022, Including ‘Cardiac Event’ and Seizure

July 18, 2022

The latest report is out for injuries on attractions at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort according to the Orlando Sentinel, with the two resorts reporting a combined 18 incidents in the three months between April and June 2022. Walt Disney World reported thirteen incidents according to the Orlando Sentinel, while Universal Orlando Resort … Read more

The Ganachery Debuts New Corkcicle Mug at Disney Springs

July 16, 2022

Fans of The Ganachery and its delicious chocolate at Disney Springs can bring home a new Corkcicle mug themed to the chocolatier! We’ve had many a delicious treat from here, from Mighty Thor’s Hammer and Baymax Smores to Boozy Easter Bunnies, so we were quite pleased with this find. The Ganachery Corkcicle Mug – $35 … Read more

Light-Up Main Street Electrical Parade 50th Anniversary Sweater Glows into Disneyland Resort

July 15, 2022

Now you can join the thousands of sparkling lights making up the Main Street Electrical Parade with a shimmering new light-up sweater we found at the Disneyland Resort! Main Street Electrical Parade 50th Anniversary Light-Up Sweater – $69.99 The sweatshirt is all grey, with the Main Street Electrical Parade 50 logo on the front. The … Read more

New Replica Haunted Mansion Tombstone Bookends Creep into Disneyland Resort

July 15, 2022

While you (probably) don’t have actual tombstones in your house, you can bring that spooky flair to your decor with these replica tombstone bookends themed to the humorous ones outside the Haunted Mansion that we found at the Disneyland Resort! Haunted Mansion Tombstone Bookends – $44.99 The bookend set is available at the World of … Read more

‘Krayt Reactor’ Cocktail for Four Joins Sublight Lounge Menu Aboard Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

July 15, 2022

Bright suns, travelers! While we covered just about everything there was to know surrounding the illustrious Sublight Lounge aboard the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser when it first opened in March, we were quite surprised to learn that yet another new cocktail has joined the mix, so to speak, and it’s quite a looker! Krayt Reactor … Read more

Tokyo Disney Resort Announces Watered-Down ‘Disney Halloween 2022’ Event from September 15 to October 31

July 15, 2022

It’s almost time for spooky season at Tokyo Disney Resort, and the Oriental Land Company has revealed the happenings for this year’s still-watered-down Disney Halloween 2022, which takes place at both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea from September 15 through October 31. Entertainment & Attractions Following a three year absence, the Spooky “Boo!” Parade will … Read more

Bob Chapek is Bob Iger’s Biggest Regret, 2022 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Kicks Off, Main Street Electrical Parade and ‘Disneyland Forever’ Ending September 1, & More: Daily Recap (7/14/22)

July 14, 2022

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 Thursday, July 14, 2022. Walt Disney World EPCOT … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: ‘Be Our Guest’-Themed Beacon of Magic Debuts at 2022 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

July 16, 2022July 14, 2022

Mesdames et messieurs, it is with deepest pride and greatest pleasure that we welcome you tonight to EPCOT. In honor of the 2022 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival kicking off, a brand-new Beacon of Magic appropriately themed to “Be Our Guest” has debuted on Spaceship Earth, and naturally we were there to catch the … Read more

EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Beacons of Magic Show Featuring ‘Be Our Guest’ to Debut Tonight

July 14, 2022

Imagineer Zach Riddley has shared a look at the latest version of the Spaceship Earth Beacon of Magic show, this time set to debut for the 2022 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. Riddley said on Instagram “Our Lighting Design team at Walt Disney Imagineering continues to explore the artistic and technical possibilities of the … Read more

Iconic Tower of Terror Billboard to Be Removed, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Scene Reset Revealed, 2022 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Decor and Signs Installed, & More: Daily Recap (7/13/22)

July 13, 2022

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 Wednesday, July 13, 2022. Walt Disney World EPCOT … Read more

Cones and Excavator in Place Near Twilight Zone Tower of Terror Billboard as Demolition Prep Begins

July 14, 2022July 13, 2022

With the iconic billboard for The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror on World Drive set to be imminently removed, prep work is already underway for the structure’s demolition. On both sides of the median along World Drive, orange cones were placed today to ensure people don’t pull over on to the grass strip. Behind, we … Read more

Construction Progress Accelerates on New Disney Vacation Club Tower at Disneyland Hotel

July 13, 2022

Although construction on the new Disney Vacation Club wing of the Disneyland Hotel only went vertical in March, Disney (for once) is wasting no time on getting the new wing up in the sky and ready for guests! There’s been quite a bit of progress since our last visit, so let’s check in! While previously … Read more

Olaf’s Royal Picnic Upcharge Experience Cancelled for Maiden Voyage of Disney Wish

May 25, 2023July 13, 2022

The Disney Wish has faced several bumps in its journey to maiden voyage, between construction delays related to the pandemic, test cruises being cancelled, and even now some things still not ready for guests on the delayed maiden voyage. Now guests who booked spaces for Olaf’s Royal Picnic aboard the Disney Wish are receiving emails … Read more

New Ornament & Magnet Sail into Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside

July 13, 2022

If you’re taken by the majesty and down-home charm of Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside at Walt Disney World, you can bring home special souvenirs from your visit with a new ornament and magnet we found at the resort! Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside Ornament – $14.99 This ornament is made of a … Read more

PeopleMover May Return to Disneyland During Tomorrowland Overhaul, Splash Mountain Log Sinks Yet Again, Delicious Walking Taco at Magic Kingdom, & More: Daily Recap (7/12/22)

July 14, 2022July 12, 2022

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, July 12, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

BREAKING: Splash Mountain Log Sinks Yet Again at Walt Disney World

July 13, 2022July 12, 2022

As we approach the end of Splash Mountain at Walt Disney World, egregious failures in maintenance continue to come to light as for the third time in nearly two years, a log with guests aboard has sunk in the ride. The video, shared by Ted Klein on Facebook, shows guests both still in the log … Read more