“Free Dining” is back at Walt Disney World… this time, it’s just for guests impacted by the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) closures. Eligible guests can take advantage of a vacation package offer that includes accommodations at a select Disney Resort hotel, park admission and a Disney dining plan – valid for arrivals most nights June 1 … Read more
One of Wonderland’s most enigmatic residents is going for a spin at the Mad Tea Party… in Funko POP! form. Funko has announced they will be releasing a POP! Ride featuring the Cheshire Cat riding one of the attraction’s signature teacups as part of their Funko Virtual Con taking place April 10th-12th. Unlike the Alice … Read more
While we’ve been able to keep an eye on Walt Disney World throughout the extended closure thanks to our friend @bioreconstruct, over at Disneyland Resort, it’s been a while since anyone got a peek at anything other than the closed entrance gates. Disneyland Resort officially closed due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic concerns on March 14. … Read more
As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic spreads throughout the United States, a total of seven Transportation Security Administration agents at Orlando International Airport (MCO) have now tested positive. As we’ve learned from WESH, TSA officials revealed that the additional positive case was confirmed today, bringing the number of agents at the airport that have tested positive … Read more
With the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic shutting down most events and theme parks throughout the country for an even lengthier period of time, Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort have announced that they will temporarily extend closures “until further notice” out of an abundance of caution for their Cast Members and guests. The closure was … Read more
Disneyland Paris officially closed earlier this month on Sunday, March 15, due to concerns over the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. While originally planned to remain closed through the end of the month of March only, new regulations in France have extended the country’s current lockdown, meaning the closure would have to run through at least April … Read more
With the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic not going away any time soon and The Walt Disney Company still facing an uncertain financial future, the company has acquired more cash, this time in a $1.3 billion debt offering in Canada, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Disney revealed in a SEC filing on Thursday that it raised through … Read more
In response to Disney’s lack of communication so far regarding potential park closure extensions due to the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, not only are guests getting restless, but for anxious Cast Members worried about their livelihoods, things are much more dire, and the continued silence is not making them feel any less uneasy about the … Read more
Despite previously implementing flexible cancellations, Adventures by Disney has announced that, in an abundance of caution, most trips through the end of May have been cancelled, with further cancellations through June for trips to China. Adventures by Disney recently updated their COVID-19 landing page with the following information: Adventures by Disney has been closely monitoring … Read more
Despite the closure of all Walt Disney World Resort hotels and theme parks, there’s one segment that, oddly enough, remains open throughout the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and its requisite stay-at-home orders––the golf courses. The website for Golf WDW currently lists the following announcement at the top of their home page: Walt Disney World® Golf is … Read more
With stay-at-home orders now issued for both Osceola and Orange Counties (set to go into effect at 11:00 PM tonight, March 26) it seems local governments are stepping in to clarify given Disney’s failure to address the impacts of new mandates in a timely manner. When the announcement was initially made, Orange County believed that it … Read more
As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to affect the nation, WDWNT has learned that the closure of the Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort is highly likely to be extended. A source has revealed to us that resort Cast Members have not been scheduled to work past March 31st. Cast Member schedules were set … Read more
While some Walt Disney World area hotels are closing soon due to concerns over the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, others are extending special rates for “essential lodgers” in need of a place to stay. The Holiday Inn Resort Orlando – Lake Buena Vista has extended a discounted rate of only $69 per night (for select rooms), plus … Read more
With stay-at-home orders issued for Orange County yesterday, it seems the neighboring Osceola County is following suit with yet another stay-at-home order, according to the Orlando Sentinel. The new order will fall in line with Orange County’s guidelines, starting tomorrow, March 26 at 11:00 PM for the duration of two weeks through April 9. More … Read more
Disney Parks around the world may be closed due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, but that doesn’t mean we can’t soak up some California sun on Disney+! Our continuing tour of the Disney Parks on the streaming service has brought us to our final stop in the United States: Disney California Adventure! Naturally, each of … Read more
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is now fully closed through March 31 due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns. Previously, the resort had remained open with just the Swan Wing operating after the closure of the Dolphin Wing. The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin is implementing the following policies: In order to better … Read more