WDWNT Daily Recap (12/11/20): First HarmonioUS Barge Deployed at EPCOT, Full Roundup of All the Disney Investor Day Announcements for Disney+, runDisney Star Wars Rival Run 2021 Transitioned to Virtual Event, Disney Vacation Club Properties To Be “Refreshed” Over Next Two Years, and More

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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 Friday, December 11, 2020. Walt Disney World … Read more

“Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks” Now Streaming, Also Available on Resort TV Nightly

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Walt Disney World has discontinued fireworks and nighttime spectaculars during the pandemic. For Disney Parks fans missing the amazing holiday fireworks, a virtual option is now available. Disney Parks Blog has posted a recorded version of “Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks” from the Magic Kingdom. The 15-minute pre-recorded video is from the 2019 nighttime Christmas spectacular. … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 12/11/20 (New Lockers Open at Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, More Jurassic World VelociCoaster Day Testing, Surprise Visit from the Grinch, Refurbishments at Ben & Jerry’s, and More)

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Welcome to another cold day here at the Universal Orlando Resort. We made our way over to Islands of Adventure and headed right for Hogsmeade to see the new lockers for Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey. The lockers are beautiful and a much needed addition. This will greatly enhance the guest experience and make … Read more

PHOTOS: Princess Dresses Now Buy One, Get One Free at Walt Disney World

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Walt Disney World is treating guests to several “seasonal savings” this month, including buy one, get one free Disney Princess dresses. If you visit Walt Disney World, just look for the Mickey snowflake throughout stores to find the seasonal savings. Princess costume dresses are usually $59.99 each, but you can currently get two for the … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Pandora 2021 Mickey Charm Available at Walt Disney World

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If you already have your holiday charms on your Pandora bracelet, then it’s time to add one for the new year. A 2021 Pandora charm is now available at Walt Disney World. We found the charm on display at Mouse Gear in EPCOT. This double-sided charm is shaped like a Mickey head. 2021 is on … Read more

REVIEW: Waffles Booth Returns With New Turkey and Gingerbread Dishes at the Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

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The Waffles booth has reopened at the Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays with new menu items. Keep reading for our reviews of the new gingerbread waffle and turkey and waffle dishes. Gingerbread Waffle – $4.25 Served with Whipped Cream and Citrus-Cranberry Sauce The waffle itself is subtle gingerbread without the strong flavor … Read more

Remodeled Rooms Coming to Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge in 2022, “Soft Goods” Updates Announced for Grand Floridian, Polynesian, Beach Club, and More

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During their Condominium Association Meeting, Disney Vacation Club revealed their updated schedule for refurbishing and “refreshing” various resort villas in the next two years, DVCNews reports. In 2021, three resorts will have small “soft goods” refreshes, which involve updating wall coverings, floor coverings, linens, and decor. These refreshes will be happening at Aulani, Disney Vacation … Read more

Walt Disney World Announces Theme Park Hours Through February 27, 2021

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Walt Disney World has released operating hours for all four theme parks through February 27, 2021. Previously, hours were released through February 20. Here are each park’s hours from February 21 through February 27: Magic Kingdom: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM EPCOT: 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM Disney’s Hollywood Studios: 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Disney’s Animal Kingdom: 9:00 … Read more

runDisney Transitions 2021 Star Wars Rival Run Weekend to Virtual Race

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runDisney has announced that the 2021 Star Wars Rival Run Weekend will now be virtual instead of in-person. The Star Wars Rival Run Weekend was scheduled for April 15-18, 2021. The 2020 Star Wars Rival Run Weekend was canceled due to COVID-19. According to runDisney’s advisory, they will be reimagining the theming of the race … Read more

PHOTOS: First Floating Platform for EPCOT’s Harmonious Nighttime Spectacular Now Staged in World Showcase Lagoon

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Overnight, the first of five enormous floating platforms for EPCOT’s new nighttime show Harmonious was moved into position on World Showcase Lagoon to begin testing of its onboard show equipment. Photos have come our way via Imagineer Zach Riddley on Instagram: The bridge between China and African Outpost was raised to bring the barge in after … Read more

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