WDWNT Reporter Brandon Struve took a trip around the World on Friday and has a ton of newsworthy pictures to share with us, so let’s take a look at what’s new and notable:
Welcome to the Magic Kingdom, where Halloween is in full swing
Tom Corless
Finally, Time for Tequila!
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Tasty tequilas and mouthwatering margaritas are on tap at La Cava del Tequila, a new offering for Epcot guests to explore the heritage and tradition of tequila-making in Mexico. Tucked away in the Mexico pavilion at Epcot, La Cava del Tequila beckons guests with more than 70 types of authentic … Read more
We Were "Totally" Right About Tomorrowland Stage
According to the Orlando Sentinel Theme Park Rangers Blog: A trusted source reports that Disney is reviving a Stitch show that will be presented this year during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at the Magic Kingdom. It’s name: “A Totally Tomorrowland Christmas,” but it will include the rascally character. Expect it on the stage where … Read more
Myrna Litt's 8/26/09 Photo Report
Our very own Myrna Litt is back with a new photo report from the Disneyland Resort:
The Orange Stinger swinging structure is completely gone
Doors have been put on to some of the World of Color lighting tower structures
Trees are starting to go up in Paradise Park
Looks like they are going for gray colored rocks by California Screamin’ and brown colored rocks by the Golden Zephyr
Imagineering Video Hints at the Future of the Disney Parks
With the huge D23 Expo just a few days away, could this video be peppered with tidbits teasing some announcements for the future of the Disney Parks, or are some of these things a little further off?: Some interesting notes with the times in the video they appear: -At 0:19, there are fountains set on … Read more
Bank On It!
The Disney Gallery set to open this Fall in the former Bank of Main Street Building! Like most, you’ve probably missed visiting The Disney Gallery on your recent trips to Disneyland® park. Well, good news! the hotspot for viewing original and one-of-a-kind Disney artwork and artifacts is ready to re-open in the fall at its … Read more
Little Chef Looks to Stay at "Les Chefs De France"
While many have reported that the special dining program featuring the “living character” of Remy from Disney-Pixar’s Ratatouille meeting and greeting guests at the Les Chefs De France restaurant in the France pavilion at Epcot would be coming to an end this fall, a recent listing on the Disney Auditions website says otherwise: Disney Auditions … Read more
Brandon Struve's 8/21/09 Epcot Photo Report
WDWNT Reporter Brandon Struve made a short visit to Epcot on Friday and has a few interesting photos to share with us of his trip:
Work on the Innoventions East breezeway is wrapping up
Osborne Lights Dance Early in '09
The Walt Disney World website has just been updated with new dates for the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights, now running from November 10, 2009, until January 4, 2010. The site originally had the Disney’s Hollywood Studios nighttime holiday event slated to debut at the end of November (as it surprisingly did in 2008), … Read more
Matt Paul's 8/21/09 WDW Photo Report
Matt Paul took a trip to the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios on Friday and has a plethora of newsworthy photos to share with us, so let’s take a look at his report:
Starting at the Magic Kingdom, work on the Emporium’s Arcade facade continues
A Closer Look at Centralized Fastpass Distribution
Since July 20th, Walt Disney World has been testing the concept of centralized Fastpass distribution in the parks at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The test has now been running for a month and seems to be working quite well. WDWNT Reporter Brandon Struve has tested the system and has some photos and insight to share: All … Read more
Cast Member Tragedy at Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular
Yet another unfortunate story from the Orlando Sentinel: A Walt Disney World cast member is dead after an accident this evening at Hollywood Studios. The accident took place during a rehearsal for the ” Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular.” The stunt performer was doing a tumbling roll after 7 p.m. when he was hurt. He … Read more
Brandon Struve's 8/16/09 WDW Photo Report
WDWNT Reporter Brandon Struve took a quick trip to Walt Disney World yesterday and has quite a few newsworthy photos to share with us, so let’s take a look:
Cinderella Castle is already being covered with the winter Dreamlights
90 Day Reservation Policy Turns 180
After changing the booking window policy for all dining, recreation, and tours to just 90 days in late 2008 (to prepare for the advent of the online reservation system), the Walt Disney World Resort will be returning to a 180 day booking window effective October 27, 2009. The change was made official on the Disney … Read more
Staff Changes at the WDWNT Network
Over the last few weeks here at the WDWNT Network, we have been preparing for a few important staff position changes that have officially gone into effect today: -WDWNT Technical Director Jose Castillo has stepped away from his position to focus on his long-running web hosting company and a plethora of personal projects. Jose has … Read more
8/11/09 Banks Lee and The Frog Photo Report
WDWNT Reporter Banks Lee has provided us with his very first photo report, featuring the updated exhibit space inside the Magic of Disney Animation attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios:
The exhibit now features the upcoming Disney animated film “The Princess and the Frog”
