Why The Return of Bruce Vaughn to Walt Disney Imagineering Is The Best Disney News of the Last Few Years

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As we emerge from the dark ages of the Bob Chapek era, where we watched the failed executive try to run Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products and eventually the entire company as CEO, there are certain moments that make it clear that Disney is likely on the right track to recovery. For me, the greatest … Read more

TONIGHT on WDW News Tonight (3/2/23) – March Madness 2023 Wild Card Round: Best Food Item at Walt Disney World, Road Trip to Wrestling, Trivia, and More!

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Tonight, don’t miss the internet’s only comedy show about Disney Parks! Join us at 9 p.m. ET for a recap of the latest news, picking the 64 food items for the 2023 March Madness tournament, and our road trip to a professional wrestling show. Hosted by Tom Corless and Nick LoCicero, WDW News Tonight is … Read more

TONIGHT on WDW News Tonight (2/23/23) – Ranking Every Bar at Walt Disney World, Randy Newman Attraction Game, Dating Game Update, & More!

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Tonight, don’t miss the internet’s only comedy show about Disney Parks! Join us at 9 p.m. ET for a recap of the latest news, a ranking of every bar at Walt Disney World, and more! Hosted by Tom Corless and Nick LoCicero, WDW News Tonight is a live, weekly program that combines the latest headlines, … Read more

‘Cast Members Are the Magic’ — A Plea for Walt Disney World to Practice What They Preach

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By now, you’re likely well aware of the ongoing negotiations (and at times lack thereof) between Walt Disney World and the Service Trades Council Union, which represents more than 45,000 Cast Members. Even after Universal Orlando Resort announced an increase of their base pay to $17 per hour with additional raises coming to current Team Members, Disney … Read more

TONIGHT on WDW News Tonight (2/16/23) – Top 7 Best & Worst of Walt Disney World’s 50th, The Match Game, & More!

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Tonight, don’t miss the internet’s only comedy show about Disney Parks! Join us at 9 p.m. ET for a recap of the latest news, WDWNT: The Match Game, The Top 7, and more! Hosted by Tom Corless and Nick LoCicero, WDW News Tonight is a live, weekly program that combines the latest headlines, comedy, trending … Read more

BREAKING: Universal Orlando Resort Starting Wage Moving to $17 Per Hour, Providing Raises to Existing Team Members

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Universal Orlando Resort has just announced to Team Members that they are raising starting wages to $17 per hour effective June 4, 2023. In addition, many Team Members will receive an increase based on the new rates and their time with the company. Here is the full letter with those details and more that was … Read more

MVP Patrick Mahomes Is Going to Disneyland Following Super Bowl LVII Victory, Parade Info Released

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Following a victory against the Philadelphia Eagles, Kansas City Chiefs MVP Patrick Mahomes is heading to Disneyland. Tonight’s Super Bowl LVII took place at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. The winning team is often celebrated at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom or Disneyland Park with a small parade and a visit from the MVP … Read more

Steve Martin Connects Pepsi Super Bowl Ad to Comic Roots at Disneyland’s Golden Horseshoe

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While Disney Parks today (minus Shanghai Disney Resort) serve Coca-Cola products, Disneyland not only used to serve Pepsi, but had several attractions sponsored by the corporation. Over the years, that list included “it’s a small world” at the New York World’s Fair, The Country Bear Jamboree on both coasts, and Disneyland’s Golden Horseshoe Saloon. Comedy … Read more

TONIGHT on WDW News Tonight (2/9/23) – Disney Dating Game, Not-So-NewlyWED Game, Rejected Disney Parks Valentines, & More!

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Tonight, don’t miss the internet’s only comedy show about Disney Parks! Join us at 9 p.m. ET for a recap of the latest news, WDWNT: The Dating Game, The Not-So-NewlyWED Game, and more on our annual Valentine’s Day special! Hosted by Tom Corless and Nick LoCicero, WDW News Tonight is a live, weekly program that … Read more

TONIGHT on WDW News Tonight (2/2/23) – Sonny Eclipse Replaced, Disney Trivia & Mixology, Rejected Runaway Railway Queue Posters, & More!

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Tonight, don’t miss the internet’s only comedy show about Disney Parks! Join us at 9 p.m. ET for a recap of the latest news, Who Wants to Win A Lot of Corbucks, Rejected Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway queue posters, and more! Hosted by Tom Corless and Nick LoCicero, WDW News Tonight is a live, … Read more

Woman Grabbed By The Neck and Pushed Outside Hollywood Brown Derby Restaurant at Walt Disney World

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A woman said she was grabbed by the neck and pushed by a stranger who was upset she was unable to move in a crowded Disney’s Hollywood Studios, according to a newly released sheriff’s report. The victim, who isn’t identified in the sheriff’s report, said the situation happened Nov. 20 in front of The Hollywood … Read more

The Complete History of Splash Mountain at Disney Parks

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As we near the demise of one of the most iconic attractions in the history of the Disney theme parks, we felt it was important to catalog a brief, yet detailed history of Disney’s version of the log flume ride. With The Walt Disney World version of Splash Mountain closing forever on January 22, 2023, … Read more

TONIGHT on WDW News Tonight (1/19/23) – The Price is Right, Remembering Splash Mountain, and a BIG Surprise

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Tonight, don’t miss the internet’s only comedy show about Disney Parks! Join us at 9 p.m. ET for a recap of the latest news, WDWNT: The Price is Right, sharing memories of Splash Mountain, and a BIG surprise! Hosted by Tom Corless and Nick LoCicero, WDW News Tonight is a live, weekly program that combines … Read more

Reopening Dates Announced for Enchanted Tales with Belle and Ariel’s Grotto Character Experiences at Magic Kingdom

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Two of the last remaining COVID-shuttered character experiences at the Magic Kingdom will be returning soon. Enchanted Tales with Belle and Ariel’s Grotto in Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom have been closed (at least in their original capacities) since March 2020 when the entire Walt Disney World Resort was shuttered due to the pandemic. Now, … Read more

Enchanted Tales with Belle and Ariel’s Grotto Character Experiences Returning Soon to Magic Kingdom

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Two of the last remaining COVID-shuttered character experiences at the Magic Kingdom will be returning soon. Enchanted Tales with Belle and Ariel’s Grotto in Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom have been closed (at least in their original capacities) since March 2020 when the entire Walt Disney World Resort was shuttered due to the pandemic. Now, … Read more

Full Menus (and New Souvenir Items) Revealed for Disney 100 Years of Wonder at Disneyland Resort

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This year marks 100 years of The Walt Disney Company, and to celebrate this momentous occasion, Disneyland Resort is serving up many new dishes, sips, and novelties throughout the year. All across Disneyland park and Disney California Adventure park you can take part in the historic milestone by eating your way through some tasty treats, like the Platinum Trifle and the  Old-Fashioned Cream Soda. … Read more