When we first noticed the repainting project on The Odyssey building at Epcot, we assumed they were going for a more neutral scheme. Well, recent work on and around the pavilion is definitely hinting at a bright, colorful new future for the building. Except for the planters. They’ve all been painted white, a departure from … Read more
It seems Tomorrowland is getting much more than just a fresh coat of paint. Between brand-new phone charging stations at the Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. and the promise of a new Tomorrowland marquee in the coming months, we’re excited for all the love this fan-favorite Magic Kingdom land is getting. Over at Mickey’s Star … Read more
Construction is currently taking place along the canal between the Grand Floridian and the Magic Kingdom as a new walkway bridge is being added. This walkway and bridge would make it possible for guests to walk from the Polynesian and Grand Floridian to the Magic Kingdom. While not much has happened at this construction site, … Read more
It’s the end of an era for Future World. Saturday marked the final day of operation for Club Cool, Fountain View, Mickey & Friends Character Spot, and the old Innoventions West hallway. While many said their tearful goodbyes to the Fountain of Nations on Saturday, it was still running yesterday for its last day, but … 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 September 2-8! Walt Disney World We have been closely following the unpredictable path of … Read more
New marquee alert! The Disney Skyliner station at Epcot’s International Gateway is looking mighty fine with a crisp new marquee installed onto the entrance archway. Personally, this Skyliner station is arguably the nicest, with its intricately patterned loading canopy and Art Nouveau style wrought iron design. Hollywood Studios’ station may have the glamorous neon, but … Read more
We’re getting closer and closer to the December opening of Disney’s Riviera Resort, the new Disney Vacation Club location in Walt Disney World. Let’s see how things have progressed since our last update. Disney Skyliner – Riviera Resort Station Let’s start with the Riviera Resort’s Skyliner station, as it will be (technically) the first thing … Read more
Big changes are happening at the front of Epcot. Inside the park, as well out just outside the gates, work is underway to improve the overall entrance experience for guests. Let’s see what’s changed since our last update. Currently, no matter from which direction you enter the park, you’re confronted with construction fences. You’ll notice … Read more
Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is famous for lots of things, like having almost no shade outside in the blazing Florida sun. We’re notable critics of the corners cut in Toy Story Land, but it seems Disney has been listening to Guests! This morning, our reporters went to Slinky Dog Dash and discovered … Read more
Today we come to you with a construction update from Space 220 in Epcot’s Future World. This restaurant was recently named at the D23 Expo and will open this winter. Let’s take a look! Approaching from the loop on Test Track, we see that the outside of the building is getting primed for themed siding. … Read more
It’s finally that special time of year at Epcot: that’s right, it’s the Food and Wine Festival! Let’s see what they have in store for us. Food and Wine If you’re an Annual Passholder, make sure you go and grab your AP magnet! It’s Minnie Mouse until the 15th of October, when they switch it … Read more
Early this morning, Anaheim paramedics were called to Disneyland to respond to a construction accident. Upon arriving, they discovered that while work was being done on installing some HVAC pipes, a crane that was holding a large piece of the pipe struck a crossbeam. This caused the beam, which was helping to support a temporary … Read more
Construction has been underway at Epcot’s International Gateway for some time now, as part of a larger project across property to improve all the park entrances. Along with the Epcot Disney Skyliner station right next door, this area feels like it’s been behind walls forever. Luckily, it looks like they’re making good progress since our … Read more
We’ve been keeping tabs on the Caribbean Beach station for Disney’s Skyliner for some time now. As the largest of the stations, we’ve been extra curious to see how the final product ends up. Let’s see how it’s progressing as we get closer to the Grand Opening of the Skyliner next month. After the construction … Read more
We’re back at the entrance to Epcot… or should I say, World Celebration? With the integration of three new “neighborhood” concepts to the areas surrounding Spaceship Earth (as announced during this weekend’s D23 Expo), work around the area is starting to make more and more sense as we match up what’s happening on the ground … Read more
Good morning from Hollywood! Let’s see what’s happening in the land of movie magic. Outside the Park The Disney Skyliner looks about ready to open. It’s scheduled to be up and running by the end of September. I noticed today that they have neon lighting on the spires of the station, which is a great … Read more