Testing has been underway on the new Disney Skyliner for some time now. However, all the testing had been limited to the Hollywood Studios – Caribbean Beach line. Well, I recently noticed that the Hollywood Studios line was suspiciously empty. I decided to take a trip over to one of the resorts serviced by the … Read more
Last week, we reported that the moat surrounding Cinderella Castle had been fully drained in preparation of the widening of the pathway that connects Liberty Square and Fantasyland. On a recent walk around Magic Kingdom, I noticed that some of the water had started creeping back in. It does look like they cleaned up some … Read more
Jambo! During a recent trip around Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we noticed a few new enhancements and offerings. Let’s take a look! Otter Exhibit The Otter Grotto (Presented by OtterBox) is still under construction. They are building some sort of housing for the otters, presumably as a place for them to go when the park is … Read more
Just last week, it was revealed that Mizner’s Lounge at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa would be closing for refurbishment come April 4th. Commander Porter’s, the menswear store adjacent to the lounge, would be closed for a lounge expansion. According to multiple sources, it appears the space will be re-themed to the live action … Read more
It’s Spring Break! Let’s go to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, seeing as that seems to be where the action is these days. Some new pins have been released. I like this “Pop-Up Books” set. This is the third one in the series so far. There’s also a limited edition “Spring” pin featuring characters from Fantasia. Interestingly, … Read more
It was a rainy day at The Most Magical Place on Earth, but even a rainy day spent at Magic Kingdom is better than a day spent almost anywhere else. Rainy Day at the Magic Kingdom New Merchandise My first stop inside Curtain Call Collectables (to grab fresh Fuel Rods for the day) led to … Read more
Well, that was quick. It appears DJ has sped his way across Route 66 and made it to Disney’s Hollywood Studios just in time for the grand opening of Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy! Just yesterday, Disney announced he’d be making his way over for “DJ’s Ready! Set! Party Time!” dance party, where Lightning McQueen’s Pit Crew will … Read more
Disney’s Hollywood Studios is in a constant state of change. The projects are starting to wind down, however. Let’s see where things are! Construction Updates Construction continues on the new tram loop and security checkpoint. It’s really starting to take shape and I look forward to the final result. Looks like there will be new … Read more
It’s been a while since our last construction update on the upcoming Disney’s Riviera Resort (part of the Disney Vacation Club). The resort is coming along nicely, so let’s see what’s new. The building as a whole is really starting to take its final shape. The roof is mostly finished, and the outside walls are … Read more
For fans of Mizner’s Lounge at Disney’s Grand Floridian resort, their favorite tucked-away nook/lounge will soon be closing… but thankfully, it’s for a refurbishment and expansion. Mizner’s Lounge last underwent a refurbishment back in 2012. Commander Porter’s, Grand Floridian’s menswear shop, will be closing on April 4th to make room for the expansion. Summer’s Lace, … Read more
We’re back at Epcot again for a park tour on another overcast, chilly (for Florida’s standards, at least) day! Wandering over to the West side of Future World, outside of The Land pavilion, there is a new art installation of two penguins, completely made out of recycled trash found and collected from the ocean. Flower … Read more
The changes at Disney’s Hollywood Studios have struck again! During my latest trip around the park, I noticed some fast-paced construction progress, and things are much different than the last time I was there. The new security checkpoint is coming along quickly, so much so that a few walls are now down. The new bus loop … Read more
We reported earlier this week about the beginning stages of the process behind draining the moat surrounding Cinderella Castle. On a tour through the park today, we caught the latest updates on the progress, featuring an almost completely empty moat. It doesn’t look quite as magical with all that gunk at the bottom. The moat is … Read more
We’ve been closely following the progress of the new bus loops at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and are pleased to announce that they are officially open today and welcoming their first set of guests. They’ve been direly needed after months of cramped, makeshift bus dropoff/pickup areas at the park, and we’re sure guests appreciate the new, … Read more
On a lovely Spring day, there’s nothing I love more than hanging out in the parks. Today at Magic Kingdom, we found lots of little interesting tidbits to share. Construction Outside the Park First of all, at the TTC, just next to the ferry boat dock, is this little construction project. There have been walls … 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 March 11-17! Walt Disney World New price increases on Walt Disney World ticketing came into effect this week, impacting … Read more