Tom Corless 
On September 1st, 2000, Pooh’s Hunny Hunt opened at Tokyo Disneyland and forever changed the theme park world. The first “modern” trackless ride, it would pave the way for later Imagineering masterpieces such as Mystic Manor and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. With a budget of $130 million, Hunny Hunt replaced the abandoned Fantasyland … Read more
Take in the charm of one of the loveliest Disney World hotels with a tour around a Deluxe Studio room at Disney’s Old Key West Resort! Disney’s Old Key West is just a boat ride away from Disney Springs. The resort is themed to the Florida Keys and its beautiful colorful buildings are surrounded by … Read more
The world has changed quite a bit this year, and with the evolution of the theme park experience to match the needs of people, the Disney Vacation Club is completely revamping the way it does business as well. Prior to the shutdown, DVC cast members could be found at dozens of sales kiosks in the … Read more
We were at Disney’s Beach Club Villas for a few days and wanted to bring you along! Join us now on a tour of our Deluxe Studio. These villas are only a short walk from EPCOT (and a slightly longer jaunt to Hollywood Studios), and there’s plenty of room to stretch out after a long … Read more
Have you stayed in any hotels at Universal Orlando Resort? If not, we have you covered with our latest room tour. We spent a few nights in a Volcano Bay view room at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort, so let’s see how we liked it. Before even getting to the room, Cabana Bay’s hallways gives … Read more
We were thrilled to be staying at The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort for a bit of rest and relaxation in between our frequent visit to the Walt Disney World theme parks. Nestled within trees and nature, our cabin was cozy as can be. At Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, guests can choose … Read more
Tonight! It’s the season finale of WDW News Tonight! Join us at 9PM ET for a review of the week’s news, the debut of the Super Obscure Game Show, the return of the Disney Duck Translator and Cornac the Magnificent, and more! The show can be watched live at WDWNTunes.com on your computer or mobile … Read more
We now have multiple reports emanating from guests at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s Contemporary Resort over the last several days regarding a phone scam. In all of the cases we have heard firsthand accounts, guests at these resorts are called back (in their hotel rooms typically) from someone claiming to be the front … Read more
Despite earlier reports from Guest Relations Cast Members stating that guests requesting alternative accommodations would be able to wear face shields in lieu of face masks (with some restrictions), Walt Disney World has issued clarification stating that all guests will still be required to wear standard face masks. Guest Relations Cast Members were informed of … Read more
Tonight! It’s WDW News Tonight! Join us at 9PM ET for a review of the week’s news, a recap of the reopening of The Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom, WDWNT: The Match Game, and more! The show can be watched live at WDWNTunes.com on your computer or mobile device (but it is also available on … Read more
It’s time to go back! Time travel with us at 5pm ET on July 8th at WDWNTunes.com or on YouTube, as WDWNT presents the complete history of the Peoplemover, from the Magic Kingdom, to Disneyland, and even to the Houston airport! This multimedia experience will include rare imagery, thoughtful insights, and more as we celebrate … Read more
Every year, as this website grows older, we reflect upon the accomplishments, impact, and incredible growth of WDWNT. It has now been 13 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 … Read more
When I originally started working on this article, it was a plea for Disney to do something thematically consistent and for their most hardcore fans in replacing Splash Mountain. Then it happened… they announced that they would re-theme the beloved log flume ride to the animated film “The Princess and the Frog”. For Disneyland, this … Read more
It has been a tumultuous existence for the Minnie Van service at Walt Disney World, a point-to-point transportation option owned and operated by Disney that launched back in 2017. A pet-project of now-CEO Bob Chapek, Minnie Vans were Disney’s response to many of their guests choosing not to use the provided, complimentary (and honestly, often … Read more
Tonight! It’s WDW News Tonight! Join us at 9PM ET for a review of the week’s news, the debut of Disney Carpool Karaoke, rushed ideas for EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival, The Fan-ly Feud, and more! The show can be watched live at WDWNTunes.com on your computer or mobile device (but it is also available … Read more
Tonight! It’s WDW News Tonight! Join us at 9PM ET for a review of the week’s news, a discussion of the changes coming to Splash Mountain, the Wheel of IPs, and Card Parks returns. The show can be watched live at WDWNTunes.com on your computer or mobile device (but it is also available on Twitter, … Read more
