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REVIEW: NEW Plant-Based “Lobster” Roll and All-American Salad at Rosie’s All-American Cafe in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

November 1, 2020

Rosie’s All-American Cafe at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has some new menu items, so we headed to the counter-service restaurant to try the new dishes. We ordered the Rosie’s All-American Salad and plant-based Toasted “Lobster” Roll. Rosie’s All-American Salad – $10.99 This salad is made up of mojo pulled pork, romaine lettuce, roasted sweet potatoes, crispy … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: World Famous “Jingle Cruise” Makes Surprise Return to the Magic Kingdom for Christmas 2020

November 1, 2020

Christmas has come to Magic Kingdom, and that means the world-famous Jingle Cruise is back. Without prior announcement, many suspected this popular seasonal overlay would be skipped this year, so we’re pleasantly surprised to see it return! Join us on a jolly journey through the jungle as we sail through this overlay of the Jungle … Read more

PHOTOS: Roof Work Visible During “it’s a small world” Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom

November 1, 2020

Scrims have been up around “it’s a small world” at Magic Kingdom for a month now as the attraction’s exterior receives a refurbishment in time for the park’s 50th anniversary. We got a glimpse of some of the work being done on the building’s roof. Some of the additional scrims on the roof appear to … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disney’s Animal Kingdom Shares Sneak Peek of Newborn Baby Rhino

November 1, 2020

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Fresh off the hooves of the news that an endangered white male rhino calf was born earlier this week at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Disney has shared a sneak peek of the newborn. The video below features endearing moments as mother Kendi bonds with her playful, yet-to-be-named baby. He is curious, loves his afternoon naps and has … Read more

VIDEO: EPCOT Debuts Diverse New Narrators for Park-Wide Face Mask Requirement Announcement

November 1, 2020

The Walt Disney World audio announcement about face coverings and social distancing has been updated once again, this time narrated by a number of diverse new narrators, including the talented voiceover actor (and Disney Parks personality) Mark Daniel. Of course, the announcements reiterate that face coverings must be worn at all times, including when taking … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Christmas Decorations Arrive at the Magic Kingdom for the 2020 Holiday Season

November 1, 2020November 1, 2020

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Are you still working your way through that Halloween candy? Have you put your costume in the wash? Because at the Magic Kingdom, Christmas has arrived on Main Street! Typically, we don’t see this change until at least November 2, but with minimalist Halloween now over, they seemed to have gone into full garland mode … Read more

PHOTOS: New and Returning Christmas Treats Coming to Walt Disney World for Holiday Season 2020

November 1, 2020

We hope you have your stretchy Christmas sweatpants on, because Walt Disney World has released a full list of treats coming to the theme parks for the 2020 Holiday season. From the classic Orange Bird Christmas mousse, to new additions like Chip and Dale Christmas Churros, be sure to put these on your Christmas list. … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (10/31/20): Beetlejuice Haunted House Gets Surprise Debut at Universal Studios Florida, Sean Connery Passes Away at 90, New Ahsoka Tano Legacy Lightsabers, Christmas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and More

October 31, 2020

It’s Halloween and you probably have lots of tricks to play and treats to collect, so nobody blames you for missing a few stories on WDWNT today. To help keep you ghouls and guys in the know, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Grab … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disney’s Hollywood Studios Starbucks Ornament Arrives at Walt Disney World

October 31, 2020

The final Starbucks park-themed tumbler ornament has arrived at Walt Disney World and it’s for Disney’s Hollywood Studios. These ornaments resemble Starbucks tumblers, with one side featuring various icons from around the park. Fans might recognize Tower of Terror, Galaxy’s Edge, and Toy Story Land. We found the ornament in World of Disney for $14.99. … Read more

TIMEKEEPING: Walt Disney World 1974 – A Settlement and A Village (and The Beatles)

October 31, 2020

1974 began dead in the middle of the gas crisis. After the holidays, Walt Disney World laid off over 1,700 cast members. Though many of these were part-time or seasonal employees brought on to help with the busy holiday season, 700 were full time employees. Fiscal year 1974 saw attendance decline to 10,834,000. Future plans … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Jungle Cruise Canteen Water Bottle Debuts at Walt Disney World

October 31, 2020October 31, 2020

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Ladies and gorillas, boys and giraffes, I present to you the newest wonder of the world: A bottle for water! A new metal water bottle themed to the world-famous Jungle Cruise has sailed into Walt Disney World, featuring beautifully stylized art of the animals and scenery guests can find in the attraction. Let’s take a … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Outdoor Social-Distanced Seating Area in Production Central at Universal Studios Florida

October 31, 2020

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Universal Studios Florida sectioned off an open space for outdoor seating in Production Central. This space seems optimal for outdoor dining with tables and umbrellas for shade. Social distancing markings remind anyone using this space to space out six feet or more. The catering truck and frozen drink kiosk indicates that food and beverages may … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 10/28/20 (Lucky Brand Closed, Spice & Tea Exchange Adds a Tea Bar, Everglazed Covered in Scaffolding, Tons of New Open Edition Pin Sets, and More)

October 31, 2020

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Hello from a rare relaxing day at Disney Springs! We had an exciting early morning checking out the Annual Passholder shopping event for the Haunted Mansion Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction merchandise at the Magic Kingdom. After spending some time admiring the collection in the proper setting (and making a super fun Insta reel!), we … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Continues on the New Universal Studios Store at Universal CityWalk Orlando

October 31, 2020

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The Universal Studios Store will soon have a new home at Universal CityWalk Orlando, and “production” on the new space is well underway. As we entered CityWalk from the main entrance, we could see plenty of metal framework up around the exterior. It’s very possible that the building could be expanded during the construction to … Read more

Disneyland App Adds Chat Feature, “Know-Before-You-Go” Information Ahead of Buena Vista Street Reopening

October 31, 2020

Despite the ongoing closure of Disneyland and Disney California Adventure, Disney continues to update the Disneyland app. The latest version adds a feature that allows guests to chat with a Cast Member. It also provides up-to-the-minute “Know Before You Go” information. The chat feature will prove handy as Disney prepares to reopen Buena Vista Street … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW 2020 Annual Passholder MagicBands Featuring Stitch and Chip ‘n’ Dale Available at Walt Disney World

October 31, 2020

Discovery Trading Company at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is the nexus of the MagicBand world today. Two new 2020 Annual Passholder MagicBands arrived at the retail store today, along with Christmas Mickey 2020, Hades, Rescue Rangers, and Wishables MagicBands. The Passholder MagicBands come in Stitch and Chip ‘n’ Dale designs. 2020 Passholder Stitch MagicBand – $29.99 … Read more