Despite having its status recently updated to “Closed for Refurbishment” on the Walt Disney World website and on My Disney Experience, it seems Spaceship Earth may make its ascent once again upon the reopening of EPCOT on July 15th. Thank the Phoenicians! According to the UNITE HERE Local 362 union, which represents attraction workers throughout … Read more
EPCOT fans, rejoice! Four more limited edition EPCOT posters have been added to shopDisney. We previously saw shopDisney offering limited edition EPCOT posters for World Showcase attractions, The Seas, and other Future World attractions. These designs premiered at D23 last year and have been released periodically throughout 2020. shopDisney is now offering the first round … Read more
Chances are, you’ve been to EPCOT. And, chances are you’ve indulged in an entrancing cocktail (or two… or three…) as you merrily traversed through the majesty that beholds World Showcase. And, chances are you have found yourself longing for that unforgettable tipple once more, shortly after you’ve returned home. Alas, you’re a long way away … Read more
With EPCOT at Walt Disney World reopening on Wednesday, July 15, the park has little over a month to staff its numerous pavilions. The World Showcase in particular may be faced with a number of issues, as the Cultural Representative program (along with Disney Internships) was suspended on April 18. Between that and current global … 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 May 25-31, 2020 . Walt Disney World Walt Disney World Reopening Announcement Updates Walt Disney … Read more
For those planning on rope-dropping World of Disney and the Marketplace Co-Op at Disney Springs tomorrow, we’re digging up some of the last-minute merchandise we saw at the resorts and shops across Walt Disney World. This was merch that was set out before the impending resort-wide closure that went into effect on March 20th, and is … Read more
While all of Walt Disney World remains closed (for now), Spaceship Earth at EPCOT has now joined the ranks of the Walt Disney World Railroad, as its status has been updated to “Closed for Refurbishment” on the Walt Disney World website and on My Disney Experience. As times have changed, the Spaceship Earth attraction at … Read more
Please mind the gap. You’re approaching a patriotic post about new handbags. Dooney & Bourke, one of the frontliners in fashion at Disney, are set to release a new collection of purses. This time, the bags feature Mickey and Minnie, and a whole lot of United Kingdom icons. Tally ho, let’s have a gander… The … Read more
Welcome to our WDWNT Weekly Recap! Last week marked the reopening of Shanghai Disneyland, the first of all the parks to do so following COVID-19 closures. Keep reading on to see a full summary of the latest breaking news this week: May 18-24, 2020. Walt Disney World The Mayor of Orange County has said that … Read more
Smooth, creamy, balanced, the Guinness Baileys Shake that was served at the annual EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is as indulgent as it sounds. Keep reading to learn how to make it at home! Baileys, Not As Irish As You Think Baileys was invented in London in 1973 by a team of professionals hired … Read more
We, the employees of WDWNT, wear many hats. Some of us write and broadcast, or report on the parks, or spend hours upon hours prepping and working on covering EPCOT festivals. I’ve watched all of the EPCOT festivals come and go, year after year––I’ve seen all the cool merch and yes, Italy really just has … 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 May 11-17, 2020 . Last week, Shanghai Disneyland became the first Disney resort in the … Read more
Today, May 16th, is the 50th anniversary of Armed Forces Day in the United States, a special day of recognition within National Military Appreciation Month. Disney has shown their support for the military and all those who serve by sharing a moving compilation of footage of U.S. Navy Blue Angels flyovers above the Walt Disney … Read more
EPCOT is probably my favorite Disney Park, maybe even my favorite place I’ve ever visited. I’ve always loved its celebration of humanity, both in our diverse cultures and our imagination to solve the challenges of tomorrow. I always leave there feeling better about my place in the world than when I go in. Most of … Read more
Although the parks have been closed to guests for almost two months, it has been heartwarming to see people joining together to spread pixie dust from afar. Nobody is better at sharing the Disney magic we love and miss than the wonderful cast members, and we were delighted to see a newly-released video, made by … 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 May 4 – 10, 2020 . If you’ve been following our news coverage throughout the … Read more