This is ParksCenter. We cover the top news stories from this week in Disney Parks news in 30 minutes. This week, we’ll be talking about: It looks like Disney’s California Adventure might be getting a jumping, swinging Spider-Man Also in DCA, Soarin’ Over California returns for this year’s Food and Wine Festival We ask you … Read more
Tonight, February 5th at 9pm Eastern, will be the next edition of WDWNT’s ParksCenter! We’re going to cover the top news stories from this week in Disney Parks news in 30 minutes. Want to watch us record the show live? Tune in tonight at 9pm Eastern on WDWNTunes! This week, we’ll be talking about: It … Read more
According to user ColtsMcgee on Reddit, John’s hand fell off today during a performance of Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress. Based on the image, it appears his right hand fell off during the first scene, or the 1900’s section of the show. This isn’t the first incident for the Carousel of Progress in recent memory, … Read more
It’s that view we all know and love. Spaceship Earth, glowing in dreamy hues of purple, blue and gold, lighting up the entrance to the most inspirational of parks (well, it was). Today, we spotted that stunning sight, but perhaps not in a place we’d have expected… After 30,000 years of time travel, look at … Read more
Construction work will be impacting guests staying in select rooms at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge on February 5-7. Work will take place between the hours of 11:30 PM and 5 AM and work will begin tonight, February 5th. Work taking place tonight will affect rooms ending in “35” through “59” on or below the seventh floor … Read more
The entrance, or porte-cochère, of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is being refurbished starting this week. Areas under refurbishment include airline check-in, Disney Cruise Line, Disney’s Magical Express, and valet service. Disney’s Magical Express luggage drop off/pickup area will be closed off to construct a new ramp. The valet kiosk will be moved to a new … Read more
Another new MagicBand is now available at Walt Disney World, and this time the design is for the Disney animated film “Pinocchio”. Printed on a blue MagicBand, this design features multiple characters from the movie, perfect for any fan of Pinocchio or Jiminy Cricket. Curiously the design overlaps the black border on one side of … Read more
A new MagicBand featuring designs and colors reminiscent of 1971 Walt Disney World has made its way into stores. This MagicBand is part of the “Wear It Proud Collection” and is the perfect accessory for any fan wanting to go back to the “good old days” to a time where there weren’t MagicBands, FastPasses, or … Read more
A new “Cinderella” MagicBand celebrating the 70th anniversary of the iconic animated feature film has made its way into stores at Walt Disney World. This design is printed on a teal MagicBand making it a truly unique piece of merchandise. This is a Limited Release MagicBand, so be sure to purchase this MagicBand if you … Read more
According to the Orlando Sentinel, Patrick Spikes, 25, and his cousin Blaytin Taunton, 24, pleaded no contest this morning in Orange Circuit Court as part of a plea deal to avoid jail time. The pair are accused of stealing memorabilia from Walt Disney World and selling it online to unwitting customers, including NBA player Robin … Read more
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 27 – February 2! Walt Disney World The Disney PhotoPass service has been … Read more
If you have been reading Disney news (and menus) this past week, you might have heard a little something about it being the 70th Anniversary of the Disney classic “Cinderella” this month! Walt Disney World is definitely having a ball in providing sweet treats for the celebration. We’ve already seen the Carriage Cake Pop at … Read more
She’ll bring honor to us all, our cows and our mantelpieces! While browsing Main Street this morning, we came across this stunning new medium figure depicting Mulan in the final part of her feature film, as she battles the Huns. Mulan has that iconic determined and focused look in her eyes as she wields the … Read more
The thing about wallets and purses that always gets on our nerves is there’s just never enough space for all those cards. Credit cards, loyalty cards, ID cards, Tables in Wonderland card, old-style FastPasses (maybe), and then you also want somewhere nice and significant to stash your Annual Pass. It’s a hassle, guys. We know. … Read more
Two new retro Walt Disney World purses have made their way into stores at the resort. These purses are truly groovy and evoke the look and feel of yesterday at the Walt Disney World Resort. Let’s take a look! Red Retro Castle Walt Disney World Purse – $29.99 This purse features a weathered and retro … Read more
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is set to undergo refurbishments at multiple areas at the hotel over the next five to six months. While these areas are being refurbished they will be temporarily closed to guests, including the Old Faithful Club concierge lounge which will close immediately. Old Faithful Club is the concierge lounge at the resort … Read more