Twin Sisters Brawl Over a TV at Walt Disney World: Daily Recap (2/11/24)

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A brawl at Walt Disney World, new Cast Member-inspired pins — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Sunday, February 11, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Walt Disney World Resort Hotels New Merchandise Other Walt Disney World News Disneyland Resort Tokyo Disney Resort Entertainment and Media WDW News Today Rejected Lands … Read more

Disney Removes Magical Express Bus from Toy Set

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Walt Disney World has recently eliminated a slew of services and perks that used to be free to guests, like Disney’s Magical Express bus transportation to and from the resort. Now, even the toy bus sets sold at Walt Disney World are being downsized. Disney Bus Toy Set — $14.99 This bus set previously included … Read more

Mears Bus Stuck Blocking Traffic Near Transportation and Ticket Center

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A Walt Disney World bus operated by Mears is stuck in a rut, blocking traffic in both directions on World Drive at Walt Disney World Resort. The Swan and Dolphin-branded bus is just east of the Transportation and Ticket Center. Guests spotted it from the Monorail. The back of the bus is stuck in a … Read more

Bus Service Changes Announced for Reopening of Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon

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Transportation changes have been announced for when Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park reopens on January 2, 2022. Starting on January 2, Disney Springs will provide bus service to and from Typhoon Lagoon between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. There will not be direct bus service from Walt Disney World Resort hotels. Instead, guests will need … Read more

Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Buses Now Drop Guests Off at Charter Lots Following Move to Mears

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Following the Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin’s move to third-party resort transportation, buses from the resort now drop off at charter lots at theme parks and Disney Springs. The resort recently switched from Disney-operated buses to Mears, prompting Disney to end drop-offs at the resort loop bus stops, resulting in a longer walk to … Read more

PHOTOS: Guests Wait Over an Hour at Rafiki’s Planet Watch Due to Wildlife Express Train Breakdown; Bussed Back to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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The Wildlife Express Train is temporarily closed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom following a train breakdown. One of our reporters happened to be at Rafiki’s Planet Watch at the time and was left waiting for over an hour for a train back to Harambe. While they waited, water bottles were distributed to keep guests hydrated and … Read more

PHOTOS: Walt Disney World Bus Fleet Stationed at Magic Kingdom Parking Lot During Coronavirus (COVID-19) Closure

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With the theme parks of the Walt Disney World Resort closed due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, and the Disney-owned resort hotels set to close today, many of the resort buses have been parked in the Magic Kingdom parking lot. These chilling images show off a mighty transportation system brought to a standstill. If you … Read more

Patent Application Indicates Disney is Developing a Technology for Interactive Games on Vehicles, Could be Implemented on Walt Disney World Buses

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From the Disney Skyliner to the new Walt Disney World buses with character wraps and charging ports, Disney is always trying to plus transportation offerings. A new patent application hints that Disney is looking to create an interactive experience for guests while riding said vehicles. From the patent application: One aspect of the present disclosure … Read more

Limited Bus Service Now Also in Effect at Disney’s Riviera Resort, Caribbean Beach Resort, and Art of Animation Resort in Favor of Disney Skyliner Transportation

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Early this morning, we reported that bus service was reduced from Disney’s Pop Century Resort to EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. By limiting bus service, Disney is encouraging guests to instead use the Disney Skyliner. Now, we have learned service has also been cut back at Disney’s Riviera Resort, Caribbean Beach Resort and Art of Animation … Read more

Bus Service to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and EPCOT Reduced in Favor of Disney Skyliner Transportation Starting Today at Disney’s Pop Century Resort

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With the Disney Skyliner having been open for months, bus departures from Disney’s Pop Century Resort to EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios have been reduced to once per hour, effective January 5th. According to WDWClub, the above sign was posted at Disney’s Pop Century Resort on the evening of January 4th. The Disney Skyliner will … Read more

PHOTOS: EPCOT New Arrival Experience Construction Update 10/22/19

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As part of EPCOT’s giant makeover, the front of the park is also getting a facelift. Similarly to Magic Kingdom’s new arrival experience, EPCOT has some temporary pathways and security screenings set up to greet guests. Monorail As guests exit their Monorail train, they are led through the usual platform full of twisting and turning ramps … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Frozen” Character Bus Wrap Featuring Olaf and Elsa Spotted at Walt Disney World Resort

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“Some people are worth melting for.” Olaf may be finding himself in some warmer temperatures now, good thing Elsa is there to keep him cool! We spotted this new bus wrap featuring characters from Frozen around Walt Disney World Resort property and I don’t think we’re going to let this one go. This wrap is … Read more

PHOTOS: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Themed Disney Transport Bus Featuring BB-8 and Batuu Hits the Streets of Walt Disney World

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In a galaxy far, far away it is a period of Disney themed graphics being added to the buses of Walt Disney World. This time, the planet of Batuu and BB-8 itself make an appearance on the side of a Disney Transport bus. Unlike the themed vehicle that will transport guests from Star Wars: Galactic … Read more

Extended Friendship Boat and Bus Service To Be Offered for Grand Opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney World

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With the Grand Opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge occurring tomorrow, August 29, Disney is extending transportation offerings for guests. As you know, Disney’s Hollywood Studios opens at 6:00 am tomorrow for all guests, meaning people need a way to get to the park even earlier to be the first in line! To accommodate, transportation … Read more

CONCEPT ART: First Look at Immersive Guest Transport System for the Star Wars Hotel at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Since being announced right here on WDWNT.com (and Disney confirming it a few months later), there has been a lot of discussion among Disney fans trying to figure out just how Disney will transport guests from the upcoming Star Wars Hotel to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The immersive hotel experience (with … Read more

Disney Officially Announces Disney Character Buses Equipped with USB Charging Ports and Wi-Fi

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Well, it is official. New Disney Transport “Sensational Six” buses will be hitting the roads of Walt Disney World starting this month. These new buses feature the likenesses of Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy, and Pluto. The buses that we spotted around property earlier this week will feature some unique elements to improve guests satisfaction. … Read more