Walt Disney World Releases Resort Operations Update Regarding Phased Reopenings; Limited Capacity and Enhanced Safety Measures To Come

On the heels of the phased reopening announcement of Disney Springs on May 20, Walt Disney World Resort has released an update on operations throughout the property, indicating that upon reopening, theme parks, Disney Resort hotels, restaurants, attractions, experiences and other offerings may be modified and will be limited in capacity. Additionally, enhanced health and … Read more

BREAKING: Disney Springs to Reopen on May 20 at Walt Disney World

It has been announced that Disney Springs will begin reopening in phases starting on May 20 at Walt Disney World. The phased reopening of Disney Springs will begin on May 20. Following the guidance of government and health officials, a limited number of shopping and dining experiences owned by third-party operating participants will begin to open during … Read more

LISTEN: Ride Rehab Podcast’s “Adventureland” – Part 1

On this episode of the Ride Rehab Podcast on WDWNT, Tyler and Thomas emerge into Adventureland at the Magic Kingdom. They rehab the Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse, Jungle Cruise, Magic Carpets of Aladdin, with insane ideas like Aztec death chambers, thicc Minotaurs, go karts, bumper cars, and much more. Ride Rehab is the WDWNT Podcast … Read more

Walt Disney World Resort Removes Park Hours Through May 30

In line with recent cancellations through May 31, Walt Disney World Resort has now removed park hours through May 30 on their website as well as on the My Disney Experience app. Park calendars are set up months in advance, so we’ll be seeing the removal of park hours as the extended closure continues in phases. Strangely … Read more

Disney Announces $900 Million Decrease in Capital Expenditures Mostly Due to Postponed, Cancelled Construction and Refurbishment Projects at Disney Parks Around the World

Future World Construction

During today’s Walt Disney Company Q2 earnings call, it was revealed that there will be a $900M decrease in CAPEX spending anticipated for FY20, mostly due to postponed construction and refurbishment projects during the closure of the Disney Parks around the world. This is obviously related to the ongoing construction delays and how much longer … Read more

BREAKING: Disney Parks Chief Medical Officer Releases Plans and Considerations for Reopening of Parks, Resorts, and Stores

The Disney Parks Chief Medical Officer, Pam Hymel, has released plans and considerations for reopening of Disney Parks, resorts, and stores. Highlights from the note include the possibility of reopening retail and dining locations before the parks fully reopen. As was announced earlier with the reopening date of Shanghai Disneyland, physical distancing guidelines and guest … Read more

Walt Disney Company Stocks Downgraded Due to Concerns Over Long-Term COVID-19 Impact on Parks, Movies, and More

With an empire revolving around travel, movies, and large crowds descending upon crowded theme park attraction openings, the Walt Disney Company has been among the most impacted throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. However, despite initial Phase 1 reopenings taking place across Florida today, Walt Disney World remains shuttered with no reopening date in sight. As we … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Updates on Potential Walt Disney World Reopening, Disney’s Hollywood Studios 31st Anniversary, Galaxy’s Edge Coca-Cola Bottles in Alabama, and shopDisney Stocks Protective Face Masks

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from April 27 – May 3. If you’ve been following our news coverage throughout the Coronavirus … Read more

PHOTOS: Van Eaton Galleries to Offer “Popular Culture and Disneyland” Online Auction Featuring Signed Marc Davis Art, Vintage Ticket Books, and More on May 9th

Items from throughout the history of the Disney Parks, from the 1950’s to the 2010’s, are being featured in Van Eaton Galleries’ “Popular Culture and Disneyland” auction taking place on Saturday, May 9th. Whether you like parks signage, vintage publications, or Disney Legends, there’s plenty for fans to enjoy. (If you’re the lucky winner, that … Read more