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Disney Cruise Line Removes Select Departures Aboard Disney Dream and Fantasy From Online Booking Through June 17 Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Concerns

April 27, 2020April 27, 2020

UPDATE: Disney Cruise Line is now sending official cancellation confirmations for these sailings. As the world continues to face the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Disney Cruise Line has removed select sailings from the online booking page through June 17th. Previously-cancelled departures have been officially announced up to May 17th. While this information is not yet available on … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Shanghai Disneyland Tests Social Distancing, shopDisney Faces Big Issues With Merchandise Releases, Re-Open Florida Task Force Meetings, and A “Frozen Ever After” Lawsuit

April 26, 2020

by Madeleine

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from April 20-26. If you’ve been following our news coverage over the past few weeks, you’re … Read more

PHOTOS: Ikspiari Shopping Complex Partially Reopened at Tokyo Disney Resort

April 25, 2020April 25, 2020

by Spencer Lloyd

While the Tokyo Disney Resort (including most of the Ikspiari) remains closed through at least mid-May 2020, three shops on the first level of Ikspiari reopened on April 13th. These three stores serve locals that live around the Maihama area – a pharmacy, grocery store, and dentist. From the Maihama Station/Resort Line level, it looks … Read more

Adventures by Disney Extends Flexible Cancellation Policy Through July 31

April 24, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

After cancelling most trips through May, followed by river cruises through June, Adventures by Disney has announced that, in an abundance of caution, most trips through the end of June have been cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns. In addition, they’ve recently modified their date change and cancellation policy to allow guests to receive 100% credit … Read more

PHOTOS: Tokyo Disney Resort Icons Lit Blue in Honor of Medical Professionals

April 24, 2020

by Spencer Lloyd

A couple of weeks ago, Disney Parks icons around the globe showed their solidarity with healthcare professionals during this trying time for World Health Day. This included park icons like Walt Disney World’s Cinderella Castle lit in blue. Now, the Tokyo Disney Resort has followed suit. Pictures of both Cinderella Castle at Tokyo Disneyland and … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Take a High-Definition Helicopter Tour Over Disneyland Park During the Extended COVID-19 Parks Closure

April 23, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

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So far, we’ve been lucky enough to catch a few aerial images of Disney Parks throughout this unprecedented closure, but most of the videos out there have been admittedly grainy or hard to make out. Thankfully, a new HD video is making the rounds throughout Disney social media, and it’s one of the best views … Read more

Disneyland Resort Removes Park Hours Through May 16; Schedule Unavailable Through June 4

April 23, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

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In line with recent reports of cancellations through May 16, it seems Disneyland Resort has now completely removed park hours through May 16 on their website as well as on the Disneyland app. Through May 16, the parks are listed as “Closed”, with “Schedule Unavailable” showing through June 4. Do note that Disneyland Resort calendars are … Read more

Walt Disney World Resort Removes Park Hours Through May 16

April 23, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

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Many guests with Walt Disney World vacations in mid- to late May are holding on to those reservations until ultimately met with a cancellation email. In line with recent reports of cancellations through May 16, it seems Walt Disney World Resort has now removed park hours through May 16 on their website as well as on … Read more

VIDEO: The Disneyland Dapper Dans Give an At-Home Performance of “When I See An Elephant Fly” from “Dumbo”

April 23, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

Disney Parks may be closed due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, but thankfully, the Dapper Dans from Disneyland are coming to us with yet another fun at-home performance. With their happy harmonizing, the Dapper Dans are an iconic part of the Main Street, U.S.A., and now, we can see them from the comfort of our … Read more

Registration Postponed for June Moonlight Magic DVC Events at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon

April 23, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

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With all of Walt Disney World Resort, including its waterparks, still closed, events like the upcoming Moonlight Magic at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon are being shuffled around to accommodate for a delayed reopening. According to DVC News, registration for the events, which are scheduled to take place on June 17 and June 24 are currently on hold, … Read more

Walt Disney Company Credit Rating Downgraded Due to Concerns Over Delayed Reopening

April 23, 2020April 23, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

The Walt Disney Company has seen a whirlwind month within the market, getting out-performed by Netflix only to gain advantage shortly after with the White House’s announcement for a phased reopening of businesses to potentially begin in May. However, investors haven’t fully regained hope in the company, and more news coming out regarding the future … Read more

Disneyland Paris Pride Returning in 2021; Event Date Officially Announced

April 23, 2020

by Jilly Hite

A few days ago, Disneyland Paris announced the official postponement of their Pride 2020 festivities due to the ongoing Coronavirus outbreak. However, earlier today on both the official Disneyland Paris Twitter. and Disneyland Paris Pride Instagram, the park announced the official date for the 2021 event. The official date has been set for Saturday, June 12th, … Read more

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Says Walt Disney World is “Far Ahead of the Curve” on Reopening

May 22, 2020April 21, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

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With Governor Ron DeSantis’ Re-Open Florida Task Force Executive Committee now fully assembled, it seems the governor is already in talks with Walt Disney World executives in order to spearhead a plan for reopening businesses across Florida. Just yesterday, it was announced that the President of Walt Disney World Resort Josh D’Amaro would be joining … Read more

President of Walt Disney World Resort Josh D’Amaro Appointed to Re-Open Florida Task Force Executive Committee

May 22, 2020April 20, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

Joining the ranks of Bob Iger and Thomas Mazloum, Josh D’Amaro, President of Walt Disney World Resort, has been appointed to the Re-Open Florida Task Force Executive Committee headed by Governor Ron DeSantis. Today, Governor Ron DeSantis hosted a conference call with members of the Re-Open Florida Task Force Executive Committee to discuss the re-opening … Read more

Adventures by Disney Cancels Most Trips Through June Due to COVID-19 Concerns

April 24, 2020April 20, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

After cancelling most trips through May, followed by river cruises through June, Adventures by Disney has announced that, in an abundance of caution, most trips through the end of June have been cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns. The following message has been sent to all impacted guests and their travel agents: With the wellbeing of … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Phased Reopening Hope, Cast Member Furloughs, Company Losses, and More

April 19, 2020April 19, 2020

by Madeleine

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from April 13-19! If you have been following our news coverage over the past few weeks, … Read more