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PHOTOS: Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Guest Cabins Fully Enclosed in Preparation for Interior Screen Installation; Latest Work on Arrival Terminal at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

January 27, 2020

As much more than a hotel, Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will be a vacation experience unlike anything Disney has ever created. The hotel will offer a two-night itinerary where guests become immersed in their own Star Wars story. We are just as anxious as you to see it complete, so we stopped to see what’s new since … Read more

Tokyo Disney Resort Cast Members Allowed to Wear Protective Masks as Precaution for Coronavirus Outbreak

January 27, 2020

As the Coronavirus situation unfolds across Asia, precautions to prevent the spread of disease have been strengthened. After the temporary closure of both Shanghai Disneyland and Hong Kong DIsneyland, Tokyo Disney Resort remains the only operating resort in Asia. And with the popularity of Chinese tourism to Japan, the country is gearing up to ward … Read more

Deep in the Plus – Aladdin: The Return of Jafar

January 28, 2020January 27, 2020

We are back, and taking you deep into the offerings on the Disney+ streaming service. This week, we’re talking about the Disney animated sequel that started them all, The Return of Jafar. In many ways, this was a milestone movie. Return of Jafar was the first movie created by Disney MovieToons animation studio and Walt … Read more

WDW News Tonight Weekly Recap – Episode 120 (1/23/20): Bee Attacks, Reviewing the New EPCOT Films, Maria Returns, and More!

January 26, 2020

If you happened to miss this week’s episode of WDW News Tonight, we’ve got you covered! Below is a full recap of all the fun and madness you missed, along with the full episode to watch: [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMO4Pw8EOfk] Each week, we bring you a live audio and video program, combining the latest headlines, comedy, trending … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Shanghai Disney Resort and Hong Kong Disneyland Closed for Coronavirus, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Gets FastPass+, Disneyland Attractions Close for Refurbishment, and WDWNT The Cruise!

January 26, 2020

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all of the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from January 20–26! Walt Disney World Heavy machinery arrived at the Magic Kingdom parking lot … Read more

Disney Surveying Guests About Alternatives to Boarding Groups for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Walt Disney World

January 26, 2020

Walt Disney World has distributed a survey to guests who received boarding groups to the Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance attraction, according to Twitter user @DrewDisneyDude. The survey asks a variety of questions, but one is particularly worth noting: Disney asks guests their preferred way to wait for their turn on the ride. The question asks, … Read more

“Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Symphonic Suite” Wins Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Composition

January 26, 2020

Dok-Ondar is going to have to make some room on his shelves for a new treasure. The “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Symphonic Suite” won a Grammy Award this Sunday for Best Instrumental Composition. Of course, the recipient of the award is legendary composer John Williams, who brought his trademark style to this new corner of the … Read more

PHOTOS: New Minnie, Cinderella, and Park Snacks Watches Arrive at Disneyland Resort

January 26, 2020

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Do you hear that ticking, Mr. Smee? No, we didn’t find Tick-Tock the Crocodile, but we did find a whole new line of Disney-themed watches at Disneyland Resort! We spotted a total of nine new designs. So no matter what your style, there’s sure to be something for you. Let’s take a closer look, shall … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 1/25/20 (Park Life Dress, Tomorrowland Construction Progress, Splash Mountain Refurbishment, and More)

January 26, 2020

Peoplemover Posts Covered In Scaffolding and Scrim

Welcome to another wonderful day at the Magic Kingdom! It’s an action-packed day as we check out all the projects going on in and around the park, and we’re happy to have you along for the ride. Naturally, the magic of the Magic Kingdom extends beyond the turnstiles. The “Let the Magic Begin” opening ceremony … Read more

PHOTOS: New Vintage Rainbow Mickey Merchandise Adds a Pop of Nostalgic Color to Walt Disney World

January 27, 2020January 26, 2020

In the winter, it can sometimes seem very dull and dreary — unless you happen to live in the Sunshine State, where we found a brand new pop of color with this all-new merchandise! Let’s take a closer look! Retro Walt Disney World Sweatshirt – $54.99 This bright blue hoodie features the classic Walt Disney … Read more

Guests Can Now Use Apple Pay to Purchase MaxPass on the Disneyland App

January 26, 2020

Good news for guests visiting the Disneyland Resort! MaxPass can now be purchased using Apple Pay on the Disneyland app, a feature that makes purchasing the digital Fastpass service much easier for iOS users. To set up Apple Pay in the Disneyland app, simply tap “MaxPass” and this popup will appear. Have you tried to … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 1/25/20 (John Coulter Dapper Mickey and Minnie Portraits, Festival of the Arts Fun, Captain Jack Sparrow in the UK Pavilion, and More)

January 26, 2020

Hello from EPCOT! With the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts underway and lots of exciting construction updates, we decided to stop by to see what’s going on. Let’s get going! We keep checking for the opening of the Future World East walkway. There wasn’t much change today — just construction hedges standing in our … Read more

REVIEW: Overpriced But Not Overly Sweet Dessert Plate for Very Very Minnie at Tokyo Disneyland’s Center Street Coffeehouse

January 26, 2020

Nostalgia is a huge driver of Disney Parks merchandise worldwide right now. So much so that this winter’s special event at Tokyo Disneyland celebrates past entertainment at Tokyo Disney Resort. Very Very Minnie is on January 10 – March 19, and there’s tons of food to explore. So let’s go! Center Street Coffeehouse in Tokyo Disneyland’s World Bazaar … Read more

PHOTOS: More Construction Walls Installed Around Test Track as Refurbishment Continues at EPCOT

January 26, 2020

As the refurbishment of Test Track continues, walls have been installed outside the attraction to obstruct work. Our reporters noticed the new walls today, which make it seem as though the refurbishment will be extensive. A sign placed in front of the attraction warns guests that Test Track is closed (if the walls weren’t enough … Read more

PHOTOS: Tables Arrive at Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue in EPCOT as Restaurant Nears Grand Opening

January 26, 2020

Today, we saw quite a lot of progress has been made to the exterior of Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue. Tables and chairs have even arrived! Let’s take a look at what’s new. The area is starting to look like a real restaurant, with windows and paint wrapping up. The windows look great! … Read more

PHOTOS: Two Guest Experience Team Cast Members Now Assisting Guests at Temporary Locations in EPCOT

January 26, 2020

This morning, we saw that the Guest Experience Team is now at EPCOT in two locations. A Cast Member is available on each end of the construction walls at Future World, before you reach the breezeways. Here’s the podium at Future World West. And here’s a Cast Member at Future World East. We saw the Cast … Read more