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WDWNT Daily Recap (3/18/21): Moana Overlay Concept Art for Enchanted Tiki Room, Cinderella Castle Turrets Repainted, EPCOT Construction Updates, The Chapeau Closing for Refurb on March 27th, and More

March 21, 2021March 18, 2021

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Thursday, March 18, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Mickey, Goofy, Lightning McQueen, and More Characters Interact With “A Touch of Disney” Guests at Disney California Adventure

March 19, 2021March 18, 2021

Physically Distanced Character Meet and Greets at "A Touch of Disney" At Disney California Adventure

Guests attending the “A Touch of Disney” ticketed event have more than just food, shopping, and games in which to partake. Some of our favorite Disney characters were interacting with the crowd at Disney California Adventure — from a distance, of course. Mickey and Minnie Mouse at Silly Symphony Swings Donald Duck on a Disney’s … Read more

PHOTOS: Disneyland Resort Legacy Passholder Corner Offers Exclusive Magnets, Buttons During “A Touch of Disney” at Disney California Adventure

March 18, 2021

"A Touch of Disney" Disneyland Resort Legacy Passholder Exclusive Magnet and Button

We visited Disney California Adventure today on the first day of the sold out “A Touch of Disney” ticketed event. As we previously reported, Disneyland Legacy Passholders can visit the Passholder Corner for a unique photo opportunity. Legacy Passholders can also grab a free magnet and button while supplies last. The Legacy Passholder Corner is … Read more

PHOTOS: Lamplight Lounge Reopens for “A Touch of Disney” Event at Disney California Adventure; Collectable Coins Available

March 18, 2021

Disney California Adventure reopened today for the “A Touch of Disney” ticketed event. We were eager to visit a dining location that we have missed over the last year: Lamplight Lounge in Pixar Pier. In addition to food, the table service restaurant is offering collectable coins during “A Touch of Disney”. The coins are available … Read more

PHOTOS: TRON Lightcycle Run Illuminated Canopy Frame Needs Just One More Piece to be Complete at Magic Kingdom

March 18, 2021

We have kept a close eye on the progression of the framework for the illuminated canopy of TRON Lightcycle / Run at the Magic Kingdom. While we know the attraction will not be opening for quite some time, we are glad to see that the canopy framework only needs one more piece to be complete. … Read more

Disneyland Paris to Remain Closed as Paris Enters Four-Week Shutdown During COVID-19 Surge

March 18, 2021

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A third COVID-19 wave is shutting down Paris for one month. In addition to the Paris region, 15 other regions will begin a shutdown at midnight Friday. According to a BBC News report, France recorded over 35,000 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours. The news from Paris is especially grim. Over 1,200 Parisians … Read more

PHOTOS: Name Confirmed, TV Loop with Back to the Future Pre-Show Tested, & More Props Added at NEW Universal Legacy Store

March 18, 2021

While construction continues on the new Universal Studios Store in Universal Orlando Resort’s CityWalk, more and more props are being added to the current store as it is slowly turned into the Universal Legacy Store, which we now know is the store’s official name. Among the most recent new arrivals is an old friend! E.T. … Read more

PHOTOS: The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure and Cocina Cucamonga Undergoing Exterior Refurbishment at Disney California Adventure

March 18, 2021

While taking our first stroll through Disney California Adventure in a year, we noticed two buildings are in the middle of being refurbished. Both Cocina Cucamonga and The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Undersea Adventure are surrounded by scaffolding. The facade of Cocina Cucamonga is hidden. A blue strip of cloth hangs across the front and brown … Read more

TONIGHT on WDW News Tonight (3/18/21): March Madness Tournament of the Greatest Disney Parks Backstories, Tiki Room Drama, and More!

March 18, 2021

Tonight! You’ve read WDW News Today, so it’s time for WDW News Tonight! Join us at 9PM ET for a recap of the week’s news, as well as the start of our second March Madness tournament for 2021 – Disney Parks Backstories! Hosted by Tom Corless and Nick LoCicero, WDW News Tonight is a live, … Read more

FIRST LOOK: New Spotlights Bring “Premiere Night” Every Night to Chinese Theater at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

March 18, 2021

Disney Imagineer Zach Riddley took to Instagram to share some exciting news regarding the iconic Chinese Theatre. A new LED lighting package will bring “premiere night, every night” to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This is a culmination of years of work by our teams to bring “premiere night, every night” energy to this iconic golden age … Read more

Pay Secrecy Claim Added to Unequal Pay for Women Lawsuit Against The Walt Disney Company

March 18, 2021

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A class action lawsuit was filed in 2019 on behalf of two Walt Disney Studios Cast Members who believe that the Disney Company was guilty of discrimination and not following pay equity standards. The Walt Disney Company spoke out in a statement in regards to this lawsuit: The lawsuit’s uninformed generalized allegations about Disney’s policies … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: New Details of Marvel Avengers Campus Visible in Disney California Adventure as Park Hosts “A Touch of Disney”

March 18, 2021

Marvel Avengers Campus may not be opening with the rest of Disney California Adventure on April 30, but we are catching some glimpses of it during “A Touch of Disney”, the ticketed event that began today, March 18. The plethora of antennas atop WEB Suppliers can’t be missed. Some of the land’s angled streetlights are … Read more

PHOTOS: Giant Casa Della Tires Facade Hiding Backstage Building in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure is Complete

March 18, 2021

Mamma mia! It feels like a lifetime ago, but we are finally back in Disney California Adventure for “A Touch of Disney”, and we’re happy to see that the new facade hiding a backstage facility from Cars Land was completed over the year in which the park was closed to guests. It seems Luigi and … Read more

REVIEW: New Easter Egg Hunt Cupcake and Pastel Mickey Whoopie Pie Available at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

March 19, 2021March 18, 2021

With St. Patrick’s Day over, Disney has started rolling out the Easter treats. Several bunny and egg-themed items can be found at Gasparilla Island Grill in Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Among the available treats are the Bunny Box, The Grand Egg, Marshmallow Bunny Tail Pops, and more! We narrowed in on two items … Read more

PHOTOS: Even More Decorative Bunting Added to Both Sides of Cinderella Castle for 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort

March 18, 2021

The countdown to the “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” has begun and more decorations are popping up on Cinderella Castle every day. The first piece of decoration was put in place last week, and since then turret bunting and additional bunting swags have been added. The west side of Cinderella Castle is now adorned with … Read more

PHOTOS: “EARidescent” Turrets Being Repainted Back to Blue on Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom

March 18, 2021

Last year, Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom received a new look. Most notably, gold accents were added and the castle’s white section was painted pink. Additionally, the turrets and roofs were painted a brighter, shimmering blue. We’ve noticed recently, however, that the blue is already being repainted. The difference is obvious when looking at most … Read more