There are a lot of very interesting upcoming pin releases at the Disneyland Resort, showcasing attractions opened in the past year, and attractions yet to open. Let’s take a look at some of these pins: This pin commemorating the grand opening of the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique will be released on March 29th and will retail … Read more
The first picture of any merchandise that will be released to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Disney’s Hollywood Studios on May 1, 2009 has finally appeared. Of course, it’s an open edition pin that will be sold beginning April 28: A very cool logo to say the least. The only thing I find a little … Read more
It seems that Distant Creations has uncovered the following information about “D23” or “Disney 23” in a magazine put out early by accident at a book store: The mystery behind Disney’s “Are you 23?” viral question is quickly unraveling leading up to the March 10 reveal date. At least one Barnes & Noble store has … Read more
It seems that Distant Creations has uncovered the following information about “D23″ or “Disney 23″ in a magazine put out early by accident at a book store: The mystery behind Disney’s “Are you 23?” viral question is quickly unraveling leading up to the March 10 reveal date. At least one Barnes & Noble store has put … Read more
The Orlando Sentinel is reporting the following: A boutique called TrenD is scheduled to open in Downtown Disney late on March 19. A Disney Web site describes the store as selling “edgy and up-to-date Disney fashions and accessories — plus exclusive merchandise from cutting-edge designers.” The 2,500-square-foot shop will be near Pin Traders and Once … Read more
Walt Disney World has finally provided us with a larger piece of concept art for the upcoming “Stitch’s Supersonic Celebration” show at the Magic Kingdom, as well as an updated description of what exactly this Tomorrowland show is about: Stitch’s SuperSonic Celebration is a musical stage show that celebrates Galaxy Day in the Tomorrowland area … Read more
The Orlando Sentinel is reporting that General Motors may be terminating their 10- year sponsorship of Test Track at Epcot. This would bring about the end of an almost 27 year partnership between GM and WDW that dates back to the 1982 sponsorship of the World of Motion: One of Walt Disney World’s marquee sponsorship … Read more
It’s once again time for a photo report from our very own Myrna Litt. Let’s get to the photos:
We’ll start off at DCA, as Mickey’s Fun Wheel looks to be close to completely painted.
Lots of other work going on in the Paradise Pier lagoon also.
No visible change at the Lucky Fortune Cookery.
The bridge is still covered in tarps.
Wondering if you should visit the Walt Disney World Resort this summer? Disney thinks that you should, and has put out a press release to tell you about everything new and upcoming at WDW: LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – From May through August 2009, summer simmers with exciting new attractions and events at Walt Disney World Resort. … Read more
Well, we’ve know about this refurbishment for a while, but now we finally have solid dates. King Triton’s Carousel will be closed from March 9th to May 20th. While there are no official details on what will be done to this attraction, models in the Blue Sky Cellar show that a covered structure will be … Read more
Join me, Tom Corless, and a cast including Jason Diffendal, Justin Heyman, Brian Martsolf, and Luke Manning for a variety show that celebrates the Walt Disney World Resort and its many fans. So what are you waiting for? Let’s celebrate another week of Walt Disney World information and fun on the WDW News Today Podcast!!! … Read more
BATTER UP!: New York Yankees pitchers C.C. Sabathia (left) and Joba Chamberlain (right) experience the “Toy Story Mania!” 3-D attraction March 1, 2009 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The two hurlers were at Walt Disney World Resort for “ESPN The Weekend,” a special event in the theme park. The Yankees conduct … Read more
Myrna spent 2 fun-filled days at the Disneyland Resort and comes to us with a great photo report:
“Celebrate Today!” decorations on the Timon parking lot entrance.
Balloons galore on the Harbor Blvd. entrance.
The security tents.
Now into DCA for a look at construction, construction, and more construction!
Lots of work in the Paradise Pier lagoon. The holes they are digging are for the lighting towers.
Here are some short factoids we have been able to gather on the new American Idol Experience attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: The theater has the largest curved video wall at Walt Disney World measuring 35 feet wide and 7.5 feet tall The show uses 113 video screens and 105 audio speakers There are 735 … Read more
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Multi-platinum Christian rock band P.O.D., currently on hiatus following a lengthy world tour, will make its 2009 concert debut as part of a 14-act lineup announced today for Disney’s Night of Joy Sept. 11-12 at Walt Disney World Resort. The musically diverse event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park also will … Read more
Our sister site WDW News Today has been tracking the development of the secret promotion Disney is currently promoting, which asks the question “Are You 23?”. Everyone has been wondering since these ads started popping up, just what would this “Are You 23?” thing be? As Tom stated on WDW News Today, it will most … Read more
