VIDEO: Over 160 Disneyland Paris Cast Members Collaborate on At-Home Performance of “The Wonderful World of Disney Parade”

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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

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Shanghai Disneyland Becomes First Disney Park to Reopen, Disney Springs Phased Reopening Date Announced, Possible shopDisney Security Breach, and Q2 Earnings for The Walt Disney Company

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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 May 4 – 10, 2020 . If you’ve been following our news coverage throughout the … Read more

Legendary Musician (and the Food Rocks Pineapple) Little Richard Has Passed Away at Age 87

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Little Richard,  “The Innovator, The Originator, and the Architect of Rock and Roll” has reportedly passed away at the age of 87, the cause of death currently unknown. Little Richard is the man behind famous hits “Tutti Fruitti” and “Good Golly Miss Molly” and served as an inspiration for many legendary artists. Little Richard was … Read more

VIDEO: Transport Yourself to the Mexico Pavilion at EPCOT with an Incredible At-Home Performance by Mariachi Cobre

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Cinco de mayo may have passed, but at the Mexico Pavilion in EPCOT, you can celebrate the vibrant culture of Mexico every day––and you’d be remiss to simply walk past a performance by the legendary Mariachi Cobre without at least stopping for a few songs (or in my case, FaceTiming my family so they can … Read more

PHOTOS: See Stunning Aerial Photos of an Empty Future World at EPCOT with Construction Left at a Standstill During the Extended Parks Closure

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As Walt Disney World remains closed for the longest period in the resort’s history, aerial photographers have been able to capture just what the Most Magical Place on Earth looks like without guests. Thanks to pilot Jonathan Michael Salazar on Facebook (also @ColombianPilot on Instagram), we’re able to show these photos of Future World at … Read more

Remember the Magic with this Walt Disney World 25th Anniversary Guide from 1996

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With Disney Parks around the world closed for the foreseeable future, WDWNT is dipping into our archives of vintage parks materials for a look back into parks history! It’s time to remember the magic as we look back nearly a quarter-century at this Walt Disney World 25th Anniversary Guide! Note: This article will detail the guide … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Updates on Potential Walt Disney World Reopening, Disney’s Hollywood Studios 31st Anniversary, Galaxy’s Edge Coca-Cola Bottles in Alabama, and shopDisney Stocks Protective Face Masks

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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 April 27 – May 3. If you’ve been following our news coverage throughout the Coronavirus … Read more

PHOTOS: Walt Disney World Adds Four Free New Park Icon Wallpapers to My Disney Experience

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If you’re like me, all these weeks since the parks of Walt Disney World closed have made you homesick for our home away from home. Thankfully, Disney PhotoPass is providing us with reminders of the parks with four new free wallpapers for desktop and mobile devices featuring the icons of the Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s … Read more

Morocco Pavilion at EPCOT Now Hiring For Merchandise Hosts and Tangierine Cafe

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Despite the ongoing parks closure and massive company-wide furloughs, Walt Disney World Resort is looking ahead to ensure its parks, resorts, and in this case, its EPCOT World Showcase Pavilions are well-staffed once the property reopens. Over at the Morocco Pavilion in EPCOT, new job listings have been posted for merchandise hosts and hosts at … Read more

VIDEO: Listen to a Fan Recreation of the Soaring: Fantastic Flight and Soarin’ Around The World Soundtrack from Disney Parks

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While the Disney Parks are closed, you might grow to miss some of your favorite Disney attractions. In times like that, I often turn to park soundtracks from Tokyo Disney Resort along with beloved favorites like IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth. But what if you, like me, miss taking flight around the world on Soaring: Fantastic Flight/Soarin’ Around … 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

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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 April 20-26. If you’ve been following our news coverage over the past few weeks, you’re … Read more

Top 3 Locations to Dine With Food Allergies in Walt Disney World Part 4: EPCOT – Quick Service

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Welcome to Part 4, round 2 of dining with food allergies in EPCOT! In Part 3, we covered the top Table Service options around the world, in the sea, and with the land. Now, it’s time to see what options we have for those looking for a quick bite to grab in-between rides, (or drink, … Read more

Top 3 Locations to Dine With Food Allergies in Walt Disney World Part 3: EPCOT – Table Service

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Well, we’ve covered the most Magical Place on Earth and now it’s time to look towards the world of tomorrow, as we cover the best places to dine with food allergies in EPCOT. Like we did with the Magic Kingdom, EPCOT is going to be split between two parts, one covering Table Service options and the … Read more

RECIPE: Make Your Own Brazilian Cheese Bread (Pão de Queijo) from Skipper Canteen and EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

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While the menu might be “not-so-secret,” the reputation of the Jungle Navigation Co. LTD Skipper Canteen’s Pão de Queijo, or Brazilian Cheese Bread, isn’t something to be contained. It’s also a staple of the Brazil Marketplace at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival! And if you found it as addictive as we did, you’ll … Read more

27-Year-Old Guest With Spina Bifida Sues Disney Over “Intense” Drop in Frozen Ever After Attraction at EPCOT

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The intensity of the various attractions featured across Walt Disney World can vary from person-to-person, depending on their prior exposure to attractions, any existing medical conditions, or even what you had to eat or drink that day. You should always pay attention to any warning signs or inquire with Guest Relations regarding any rides you … Read more

More Permits Filed for Themed Sets at Upcoming Play! Pavilion in EPCOT

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As construction was halted across all of Walt Disney World due to the unprecedented COVID-19 closures, work at various construction sites, especially at EPCOT––which is basically one massive construction site––has come to a standstill. However, Walt Disney Imagineering continues to work behind-the-scenes to ensure that progress continues––at least on projects that are already underway. While … Read more