Tom Corless WDWNT Reporter Jeff Lukas visited Downtown Disney on Sunday and has some newsworthy photos to share with us, so let’s take a look: They are pretty much rebuilding the entire top portion of the building Concept art of what it will look like when completed The conversion of this section to the Lava Lounge has … Read more
With GM Test Track closing at Epcot yesterday for a 5 month refurbishment, Walt Disney World wasted no time updating their website with concept art for Test Track presented by Chevrolet, schedule to open October 1, 2012: The concept art shows the familiar blue vehicles we have seen appearing at the attraction for the last … Read more
WDWNT Reporter Robert Ashburn visited Epcot and the Magic Kingdom this weekend, and he took plenty of photos from both parks to share with us: Test Track graces the maps during its final days You still have a month to check out the Flower and Garden Festival Habit Heroes and the soon-to-open VISION House on … Read more
Courtesy of Scott Keating and scottkeating.net, we once again have some fantastic aerial photos of Fantasyland to share with you: The former site of Dumbo looks clear and more Castle Walls are rising. Also interesting is that the excess Mermaid rock-work will hide a cast access road. Gaston’s Tavern is still far behind the rest … Read more
Courtesy of Scott Keating and scottkeating.net, we once again have some fantastic aerial photos of the construction of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort: Animation Hall nears completion… looks like the paint stroke is the last thing that needs to be done The Finding Nemo wings look ready to go The Lion King wings coming along nicely … Read more
From Pam Brandon on the Disney Parks Blog: We got a chance to talk with Michelle Clegg, food & beverage operations manager for the soon-to-open Landscape of Flavors food court at the new Disney’s Art of Animation Resort that debuts next month at Walt Disney World Resort. They’re still tweaking the menu, but all sorts … Read more
From Pam Brandon on the Disney Parks Blog: With an opening set for early May, here’s a sneak peek at Tutto Gusto, the new wine bar adjacent to Tutto Italia Ristorante in the Italy Pavilion at Epcot that’s sure to be a new World Showcase hot spot. Gusto takes over the former lobby space of Tutto Italia and extends back toward Via … Read more
From the Disney Parks Blog: Some of the first areas of our New Fantasyland expansion at Magic Kingdom Park will be opening by late March, featuring a re-imagined version of The Barnstormer and a relocated Dumbo the Flying Elephant attraction. When they debut, cast members working in these areas will be wearing new costumes inspired by the “Big Top” setting of Storybook … Read more
BURBANK, Calif. – April 5, 2012 – D23: The Official Disney Fan Club is celebrating the once-in-a-lifetime diamond anniversary of one of the most universally beloved and singularly unique film genres in the world—at DESTINATION D: 75 YEARS OF DISNEY ANIMATED FEATURES, Aug. 11 and 12 at the Disneyland Resort. The two-day event will offer a panorama of some … Read more
WDWNT Reporter Adam Roth visited the Magic Kingdom yesterday and has some newsworthy photos to share with us, so let’s take a look: AVENGERAIL! A look from the inside The jet-black look is pretty sweet A beautiful day on Main Street U.S.A. Work continues slowly on the Castle Walls in Fantasyland Supports for the Seven … Read more
Green Builder® Media Announces Exciting New Project Developments At the VISION House® in INNOVENTIONS at Epcot®, An Exhibit Educating Consumers on the Benefits of Living Green: Green Builder Media’s VISION House exhibit at INNOVENTIONS in Epcot® at the Walt Disney World® Resort is magically coming to life. Projected to open late spring in celebration of Earth Day, this experiential … Read more
The Facebook page for Disney’s PhotoPass had an interesting update this evening: Capture more memories than ever with Disney PhotoPass+! With Disney PhotoPass+ you can have all your Disney’s PhotoPass Photographer photos PLUS select Attraction photos AND Dining Print Packages – All for one price. Product Details: PhotoPass+ will be sold at PhotoPass view stations located throughout the Walt … Read more
WDWNT Reporter Jeff Lukas caught the MARVEL Avengers themed monorail running around and has a quick video of it to share with us:
Courtesy of Scott Keating and scottkeating.net, we once again have some fantastic aerial photos of Fantasyland to share with you: Supports for the Seven Dwarves Mine Train are going up The base of the Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station is in place at Storybook Circus and the second tent is now fully covered A lot … Read more
At the exit of the Magic of Disney Animation attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is the Animation Gallery. This area has been home to a Snow White exhibit for the last several year until recently a new exhibit was unveiled showcasing the artistry of backgrounds in Disney animated films. WDWNT reporter John Corigliano takes a … Read more
From Jennifer Fickley-Baker on the Disney Parks Blog: Hi everyone, we have exciting news to share today – our partners at Marvel Studios are bringing Marvel’s “The Avengers” to Walt Disney World Resort this spring! In Marvel’s “The Avengers,” super heroes team up to pull the world back from the brink of disaster when an unexpected enemy threatens global … Read more