WDWNT Weekly Recap: Bob Chapek Named New Disney CEO, a Sinking Jungle Cruise Boat, “Magic Happens” Parade, 2020 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival, Spaceship Earth Closing, and More

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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 February 24 – March 1! Walt Disney World The new Disney Dining Plan Plus option … Read more

Disneyland Paris Addresses Coronavirus Outbreak Concerns in Official Statement

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In light of guest concern for potential closures due to the Coronavirus outbreak, Disneyland Paris has released a statement regarding the current state of the park and the measures it is taking in order to keep the park In a Direct Message response to a guest inquiry online, a representative from Disneyland Paris gave this … Read more

Disneyland Paris Closure Possible After France Bans Large Gatherings in Response to Coronavirus Outbreak

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With the spread of Coronavirus impacting more and more countries outside of Asia, recent regulations in France may lead to an imminent closure of Disneyland Paris. Due to rising concerns over transmission of the virus, France has established a temporary ban on gatherings of more than 5,000 people in a confined space. Disneyland Paris has … Read more

Disneyland Paris Adds Same-Day Ticket Purchase Function to App

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Disneyland Paris has made an improvement for those trying to easily purchase same-day tickets. With the most recent app update, same-day ticket purchases are now able to be made from your smart device. The 1-Day Ticket option shows “Come to the Disney Parks today!” versus “Come tomorrow and plan your magical day” under Other Tickets. The … Read more

New Disney Pin Releases Delayed at Disneyland Paris After Suppliers Impacted by Coronavirus Outbreak

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Due to the Coronavirus epidemic, it has been reported by ED92 that the suppliers of pins for Disneyland Paris have had to cease all their activity in China. 📰 🇫🇷 From DLP – Because of the Chinese epidemic, DLP's suppliers have stopped their activity, following Chinese government’s orders. DLP regret to inform you that the release … Read more

Pirates of the Caribbean to Close for Annual Refurbishment on May 11th in Disneyland Paris

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It has been announced that Pirates of the Caribbean will be closed for most of May in Disneyland Paris. https://www.facebook.com/158548457668528/posts/1274030656120297/ The attraction’s annual refurbishment calls for an all-hands-on-deck approach, meaning the ships will be anchored from Monday, May 11th, and will be reopening for pillaging and pirating on Saturday, May 30th. As we know, all … Read more

VIDEO: Disneyland Paris Releases New Videos Featuring the Artists Behind Disney’s Hotel New York: The Art of Marvel

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The countdown is on for the upcoming Disney’s Hotel New York: The Art of Marvel to open its doors in Disneyland Paris this Summer. Tickets have been on sale for a few months now, and we have been closely following all the sneak peeks and snippets of information Disney has been teasing us with, in … Read more

VIDEO: Disneyland Paris Reveals New Slogan, “Where Magic Gets Real,” in New Television Commercial

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The magical experiences of Disneyland Paris are on full display in a new television commercial which features the new slogan, “Where Magic Gets Real.” The commercial, shown online without any dialogue, shows a girl as she walks facing the camera while the score to “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” plays. Behind her, scenes inspired by attractions at … Read more

French Government Grants Time Extension Through 2036 for Disneyland Paris 3rd Park Expansion

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An amendment to the agreement between the French government and Disney has allowed Disneyland Paris to take until 2036 to build a third theme park in Marne-la-Vallée (outside Paris). This extends Disney’s previous deadline to build a new theme park by ten years. In order for the amendment to be valid, Euro Disney must achieve … Read more

Disneyland Paris PhotoPass+ Service Will No Longer be Managed by FUJIFILM Starting April 1st

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It has been announced that the Disney PhotoPass+service, currently operated by FUJIFILM, will be managed directly by Disneyland Paris. PhotoPass holders are being notified that Disneyland Paris will take over the service from legacy partner Fujifilm starting April 1, 2020. This could be good news if the feature gets integrated into the official app. pic.twitter.com/gJugHq2k7Y … Read more

MIKA Announced to Headline Disneyland Paris Pride 2020

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Everybody’s gonna love today, as MIKA has been announced as a headlining act for Disneyland Paris Pride 2020! I want the whole world to celebrate! Tweets by DisneyParis_EN The Grace Kelly singer has been named as the first announced act for the upcoming festival of Pride, which is set to return on June 6. I, … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Permits Reveal New Details About “Frozen” Land Coming to Disneyland Paris

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We recently got a look at the layout for the upcoming “Frozen” land at Walt Disney Studios Park, but thanks to a closer look at permits unearthed by DLP Report for this upcoming land, we have a better sense of how it’ll all look when it’s done! The land’s big attraction, a version of EPCOT’s … Read more

Saint Patrick’s Day Entertainment Announced for Disneyland Paris

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Feeling lucky? Saint Patrick’s Day is just around the corner. Entertainment offerings have been announced for the special day, which takes place on Tuesday, March 17 at Disneyland Paris. The unique offerings will include a live band in Town Square at Disneyland Park, a stage show featuring tap dancers along with Mickey and Minnie in … Read more

February 2020 Pin Releases for Disneyland Paris Includes Tower of Terror Collection

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Disneyland Paris pin releases have arrived for the month of February. The pin release brings only one Valentine’s Day pin which features Donald Duck as “St. Valentin”. The pin has an edition size of 700 and will drop on Saturday, February 8th. An exciting open edition collection featuring the Hollywood Tower Hotel will be released … Read more

New Ariel Grotto Coral Collection Landing at Disneyland Paris Tomorrow

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The latest in the trend of colorful spirit jerseys and matching accessories will be arriving at Disneyland Paris tomorrow. The “Ariel Grotto Coral” collection will be released which includes a new Spirit Jersey (€59.99), Loungefly bag (€79.99) and ears (€22.99). You can find this collection starting tomorrow at both Disneyland Park, Walt Disney Studios Park … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Coronavirus Park Closures, Rise of the Resistance Boarding Changes, Stuntronic Spider-Man, Super Bowl LIV, Cinderella Anniversary Desserts, and More

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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 January 27 – February 2! Walt Disney World The Disney PhotoPass service has been … Read more