Spencer Lloyd, Author at WDW News Today

Disneyland Monorail, Soarin’ Around the World, and Alice in Wonderland Closing for Refurbishment in Early July

May 27, 2023

We have received word of three attractions getting some refurbishments done starting in early July for an undetermined period, including two attractions which have already seen refurbishments in 2023 — Soarin’ Around the World, Alice in Wonderland, and the Disneyland Monorail. First up, Alice in Wonderland yet again. The beloved 1950s-era Disneyland attraction will both close … Read more

New Chocolate-Dunked Churro Ear Headband at Disneyland

May 27, 2023

The new chocolate-dunked churro ear headband is now available at the Disneyland Resort! We found these new snack-inspired Minnie ears at the Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A. Churro Ear Headband – $34.99 The ears resemble two chocolate-dipped churros curled into circles. They are made of hard plastic, with chunky glitter resembling sugar. A sparkly white … Read more

New Finding Nemo Spirit Jersey Arrives at Disneyland Resort

May 27, 2023

Climb aboard, explorers! A new “Finding Nemo” Spirit Jersey has splashed into Disneyland, specifically at the World of Disney Store in the Downtown Disney District. Finding Nemo Spirit Jersey – $79.99 It has a white and blue tie-dye pattern reminiscent of the ocean against the sky. Three “Finding Nemo” seagulls are pictured squawking on the … Read more

Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Reopens Unchanged After Refurbishment, Every Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Voyage Sold Out, & More: Daily Recap (5/26/23)

May 26, 2023

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 Friday, May 26, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ Limited Release MagicBand+ Arrives at Walt Disney World

May 26, 2023

Fans of the critically-acclaimed “Spider-Verse” series of films can now take home a special “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” limited release MagicBand+ when they visit Walt Disney World! “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” Limited Release MagicBand+ – $54.99 The new MagicBand+ takes inspiration from the unique art style shown in the “Spider-Verse” series of films, which are … Read more

Signed Photo of Aerosmith Missing from Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Exit After Refurbishment

May 26, 2023

A signed photo of Aerosmith is missing at the exit of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith at Disney’s Hollywood Studios following its refurbishment. Missing Photo at Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Right at the exit following the long hallway from Rock Around the Shop, a photo of the five members of Aerosmith hung before the … Read more

Michael Sasso Resigns from DeSantis’ Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board

May 26, 2023

Less than four months after its formation, one member of the controversial Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board of Supervisors has already resigned his post — Michael Sasso. Sasso was one of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ original appointees to the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board of Supervisors, which replaced the former Reedy Creek Improvement … Read more

New Cars Land Souvenir Milkshake Glass Now Available from Flo’s V8 Café at Disney California Adventure

May 26, 2023

Are you ready, racers? Next time you drive down to Flo’s V8 Café in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure for a good old-fashioned milkshake, you can take home a special souvenir glass themed to the eatery and the land itself! Flo’s Classic Shake in Souvenir Cars Land Glass – $15.49 Cars Land souvenir Shake … Read more

DeSantis Intends to Seek Disney Lawsuit Dismissal, More Foliage Added to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, & More: Daily Recap (5/23/23)

May 23, 2023

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, May 23, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Crystal Cinderella Castle Disney100 Figure Now Available at Walt Disney World

May 23, 2023

We’ve seen several neat commemorative items from Crystal Arts to celebrate Disney100, but our latest trip revealed a new Cinderella Castle Disney100 figure featuring crystals all over the structure. Crystal Cinderella Castle Disney100 Figure – $125 The small figure is about the size of a paperweight or a snowglobe, with the colors changed to purple … Read more

Castle Hub Refreshment Cart Quietly Closed This Week at Magic Kingdom

May 23, 2023

Guests waiting for “Happily Ever After” or “Festival of Fantasy Parade” may need to look elsewhere at the Magic Kingdom, as the Castle Hub Refreshment Cart has been quietly closed for a few days. Castle Hub Refreshment Cart Quietly Closed This Week Since Sunday, May 21, the Castle Hub Refreshment Cart has not peddled any … Read more

Walls Down Near World Nature Restrooms, Reopen Seemingly Imminent at EPCOT

May 23, 2023

More than a year after they closed for refurbishment, the restrooms in World Nature behind the site of CommuniCore Hall are seemingly preparing to reopen as most of the walls are down around the area. World Nature Restrooms at EPCOT While planters still surround the restrooms’ entrance area, the more permanent construction walls surrounding the … Read more

PHOTOS: Scaffolds Up Around Red Rose Taverne at Disneyland, Restaurant Still Open During Refurbishment

May 23, 2023

Seemingly overnight, scaffolds and walls popped up around Red Rose Taverne in Fantasyland at Disneyland as an exterior refurbishment began work. Red Rose Taverne Refurbishment Walls in the alpine style fitting for Fantasyland at Disneyland are up around the ground level of Red Rose Taverne. Above the walls, green and red scaffolds are up around … Read more

The Villas at Disneyland Hotel Preview Center Opens, Tower Name Revealed as ‘Discovery Tower’

May 23, 2023

As the September opening date of The Villas at Disneyland Hotel approaches at Disneyland Resort, a new preview center has opened in the business center area to sell visiting guests on the promises of the hotel’s new Disney Vacation Club wing. The Villas at Disneyland Hotel Preview Center The business center at the Disneyland Hotel … Read more

Mars Turning Gray as Paint Wastes Away on Mission: SPACE, Roundup Rodeo BBQ Retires Giant Pencils Due to Repeated Guest Theft, & More: Daily Recap (5/21/23)

May 22, 2023May 21, 2023

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 Sunday, May 21, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

VIDEO: ‘Women Behind the Horror: A Halloween Horror Nights Panel’ Presented at Spooky Empire 2023 Convention

May 21, 2023

Guests at the Spooky Empire convention this month who are Halloween Horror Nights fans were treated to a special panel featuring some of the women who design the iconic annual fright event. Women Behind the Horror: A Halloween Horror Nights Panel Five women who help design Halloween Horror Nights every year at Universal Parks around … Read more