Welcome back to EPCOT! We are thrilled to be back in the park during Cast previews, ahead of the park’s grand reopening on Wednesday. As part of our return, we have been checking out all the new health and safety measures which have been implemented on each attraction to keep guests and Cast Members safe … Read more
Cast Member previews are underway at EPCOT, so we’re taking a quick tour of the Relaxation Station at the United Kingdom Pavilion! Located near Yorkshire County Fish Shop, you can tell you’re getting close by the social distancing markers on the ground nearby. Arrows on the ground control the flow of guests. Winding down the … Read more
EPCOT began Cast Member previews today as part of Walt Disney World’s phased reopening. We are beyond thrilled to be here covering all updates from attractions to dining. Our next stop is Test Track, where physical distancing markers have been placed throughout the queue in addition to plexiglass dividers. Normally, guests can use a touch … Read more
For the first time in forever, Frozen Ever After has reopened at EPCOT. We are here during Cast Member previews for Walt Disney World’s phased reopening, and naturally, Frozen Ever After is one of our first stops. Join us as we head into the unknown. Social distancing markers are placed throughout the queue to ensure … Read more
Greetings from Cast Member previews at EPCOT! As we see what changes have come, we’re taking a look inside one of the park’s Relaxation Stations at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall! With most character dining at Walt Disney World suspended for the time being, the restaurant offers a spacious indoor location for a Relaxation Station. Arrows … Read more
Greetings from EPCOT! We are at the World Showcase during Cast Member previews ahead of the park’s official reopening, and a very special promenade is taking place… In lieu of the traditional meet and greets and character entertainment offerings, it was announced back in June that special character cavalcades would take place throughout the Walt … Read more
Greetings from EPCOT! Cast Member previews have begun, so it’s time to explore the new arrival experience, and see what changes have been made in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Cast members and their guests lined up early to experience the park. All in attendance must secure a reservation for the preview, or for the … Read more
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 July 6-12, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom finally reopened its gates this … Read more
Preparations are underway for the Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, and we have a look at the new banners that will be seen around the park! The folks at This Is How We Disney Podcast sent us this photo of the new banner, which features Remy, Colette, and Chef Gusteau from the … Read more
EPCOT temperature screenings installed at the International Gateway entrance.
As we near the official reopening of the Walt Disney World theme parks, starting with Cast Member previews tomorrow and Annual Passholder previews starting on Thursday, new details are surfacing regarding various logistical components, such as Relaxation Zones for guests to remove their face masks. With Cast Members already training for the reopenings, we now … Read more
During the COVID-19 closure of the Walt Disney World Resort theme parks, we’ve been dipping into our archives of vintage park materials for a look back into park history! If you’re missing IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth, look back on how EPCOT’s legendary nighttime spectacular came to be with this issue of Birket Engineering News! Note: … Read more
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 June 29 – July 5. Walt Disney World Parks In celebration of the fourth of … Read more
When David Price was a child, he, like many of us, found himself playing about as his father worked elsewhere in the room. But what David didn’t realize at the time was that all those maps and plans hanging around the office were helping his dad, Buzz Price, determine the best place to construct a … Read more
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 June 22-28 2020. Walt Disney World Parks The big park news this week was the … Read more
Rise and shine, ticket holders! The Disney Park Pass reservation system is now LIVE for existing Walt Disney World Resort ticket holders to complete their theme park bookings. At the time of publishing, all theme parks (that are open) beginning July 11th are available. To view availability, check out the Disney Park Pass Availability page. You … Read more