Tom Corless, Author at WDW News Today

Hyperion Wharf Delayed, But Changes Still Happening

July 12, 2011

From Thomas Smith on the Disney Parks Blog: In November, we shared plans to re-imagine Pleasure Island and bring other new and compelling experiences to life at Downtown Disney. Today, we’d like to update you on our progress. First, we’re excited that some of the new experiences we announced are already becoming favorites, like the newly expanded LEGO Imagination … Read more

Adam Roth’s 7/8/11 Downtown Disney Photo Report

July 11, 2011

WDWNT Reporter Adam Roth visited Downtown Disney on Friday and has a few newsworthy photos to share with us from his trip:

The new Harley-Davidson store on the West Side is now open

Take a Closer Look “Under the Sea”

July 11, 2011

Jennifer Fickley-Baker on the Disney Parks Blog has posted an in-depth look at Under the Sea: Journey of the Little Mermaid. Notice that we get a first look at the model of the exterior, a piece of concept art from the queue area, and the official attraction logo: I love sharing New Fantasyland updates with our readers, … Read more

What Time is the 3:00 Parade? 12:00 & 3:30…

July 9, 2011

In a rather strange turn of events, the Celebrate a Dream Come True Parade will be operating a bit off-schedule from July 18th-July 31st. You can catch the parade twice a day at the Magic Kingdom during this period at 12:00PM & 3:30PM. As for the reasoning behind this, we have heard several different things. … Read more

WDW News Today Celebrates 4 Years Online!

February 2, 2024July 8, 2011

Every year this Network grows older, we reflect upon the accomplishments, impact, and incredible growth of WDWNT. It has now been 4 years since WDW News Today launched on July 8th, 2007. What was founded on the website you see before you and built on the back of daily news and information about Walt Disney … Read more

Fairies Flying Back to the Magic Kingdom July 28th

July 8, 2011

Rumors have been persistent that a new tree backdrop was being built in the Adventureland Veranda at the Magic Kingdom since the Princesses moved out, looks like those rumors are true. From Jennifer Fickley-Baker on the Disney Parks Blog: I have an update today for all of you Disney Fairies fans. Tinker Bell and the … Read more

Arena Presentation Schedule Announced for 2011 D23 Expo

July 7, 2011

ARENA SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED FOR THE D23 EXPO: THE ULTIMATE DISNEY FAN EVENT AUGUST 19 – 21 AT THE ANAHEIM CONVENTION CENTER Star-Studded Presentations Include Regis Philbin, the Cast of Disney Channel’s “Shake It Up,” Disney Princesses and Countless Surprise Appearances ANAHEIM, Calif. – July 7, 2011 – The D23 Expo 2011 is proud to announce … Read more

Disney Parks Management Shake Up Shakes Up Fans

February 7, 2014July 6, 2011

What began quietly with a job swap between Hollywood Studios VP Rilous Carter and Epcot VP Dan Cockerell has now exploded into a full Disney Parks management shake-up. In the days following, Walt Disney Parks and Resort president Al Weiss “retired” after 39 years with the company, prompting Walt Disney Parks and Resorts chairman Tom … Read more

Zach Larson’s 7/4/11 WDW Photo Report

July 5, 2011

WDWNT Reporter Zach Larson visited three of the Walt Disney World theme parks for the 4th of July holiday, here are some newsworthy photos from his day:

World Showcase has some new mouse ear hats for each country

Paddock Pool Opens at Saratoga Springs Resort

July 5, 2011

The new Paddock Pool at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort we first told you about last year is now open, Michelle Baumann from the Disney Parks Blog has more: The long-awaited themed pool at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa opened just in time for folks to take a dip over the Fourth of July weekend. I predict … Read more

New Look & Menu at Epcot’s San Angel Inn

July 5, 2011

The San Angel Inn in the Mexico pavilion at Epcot has a slightly updated look and a revamped menu as it tries to keep up with the popular La Hacienda outside the main building. From Pam Brandon on the Disney Parks Blog: The Mexico Pavilion in Epcot World Showcase offers four diverse culinary options: La Cava del Tequila, with … Read more

Adam Roth’s 7/3/11 Magic Kingdom Photo Report

July 4, 2011

WDWNT Reporter Adam Roth visited the Magic Kingdom on July 3rd to catch the first performance of “Celebrate America!” fireworks and has a lot of newsworthy photos of the on-going work in Fantasyland & beyond to share with us:

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World of Red, White, and Blue

July 2, 2011

While not Disney World related, Disney California Adventure debuted the “4th of Color” pre-show for World of Color last night to celebrate the holiday weekend. We figured you might enjoy a look at the latest addition to the show, courtesy of Disneyland News Today & the WDWNTube:

Full Schedule: Walt Disney World Celebrates July 4th, 2011!

March 4, 2019July 1, 2011

In case you were wondering what Walt Disney World will be doing to celebrate the 4th of July… LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Walt Disney World Resort will pixie dust the night skies July 4 with special pyrotechnic shows, including a patriotic display at Magic Kingdom, a rock’n’roll spectacular at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and a … Read more

Flynn Rides Out of Tangled Play and Greet

February 5, 2024June 30, 2011

As of July 2nd, Flynn Rider will no longer be available at the Tangled “play and greet” experience in Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom. Well, I should rephrase that, because the “play” in “play and greet” was removed some time ago. That’s right, the interactive portion of the experience was removed to speed up the … Read more

More 40th Anniversary Merchandise On The Way?

February 5, 2024June 29, 2011

Disney previewed an upcoming D-Tech product recently that should be arriving at Walt Disney World around October 1st, just in time for the 40th anniversary: Yes, it is an iPhone 4 case and it will be a limited edition of 1971 pieces. Perhaps the most exciting prospect is that those of us going to Walt … Read more