Behold, the Bridge to Terabithia! Just kidding. It’s just the bridge linking Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort to the Magic Kingdom, which after much permitting and red tape is finally under construction. On a ride around Seven Seas Lagoon on the monorail Resort line, we spotted some progress on the construction of the new walkway, which now sports … Read more
Tonight’s Disney Villains After Hours at the Magic Kingdom is officially sold out. August 8, 2019, was the last scheduled day for the event, so as of right now, there are no more opportunities to experience this event. If you remember, Disney Villains After Hours kicked off on June 6 as a special version of … Read more
If you’ve ever visited Memento Mori, you may have heard the ringing of a bell. On our most recent visit, it was deathly quiet in the Haunted Mansion gift shop, and we discovered that the “Spirit Photography” is no longer being offered. Guests could purchase photos of themselves that would “change” into a ghostly looking … Read more
It’s the perfect day to be at the Magic Kingdom! The sun is out, and we’re ready for the day! Let’s make our way to Fantasyland and see what we can find. We’re eagerly awaiting Halloween merchandise here at the Magic Kingdom! No sign of Candy Corn Minnie ears in Fantasy Faire, but we did … Read more
If you’re headed to the parks this month, grim, grinning plush might just follow you home. This month’s Wishables release features none other than the ghastly characters from The Haunted Mansion, and it comes just in time for the attraction’s 50th anniversary. We never thought the Prisoner could look this cute. He’s available outside of … Read more
Beware, Foolish Mortals! Is this refurbishment actually stretching? Just when we thought the final new awnings had been installed at The Haunted Mansion’s queue area, today we found that the older awnings that had remained closer to the attraction’s entrance were also removed. Guests to The Haunted Mansion are now welcomed by a series of … Read more
If you’ve ever been on a Walt Disney World Resort bus, you’ll know what it’s like to coexist on a cramped, sweaty bus with a couple dozen other tired parkgoers. In an ideal scenario, soft Disney music plays over the PA (bonus points if it’s themed to your resort) while resort guests nap or reminisce … Read more
Ah, there you are! The awnings have finally fully returned to the queue at the Haunted Mansion. We reported the removal of the awnings a few weeks ago, and have been making the best of the situation. The awnings were removed abruptly during one of the hottest, rainiest seasons we’ve had so far. We reported on … Read more
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 July 29-August 4! Walt Disney World It’s the end of an era at Orlando … Read more
Top 5 Attractions to Ride During Magic Kingdom Fireworks Watching the Happily Ever After fireworks show at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom has always been amongst my favorite “must-dos”. And whether I’m located somewhere near Main Street, U.S.A, back behind Cinderella’s Castle in Fantasyland, or on a pirate-filled boat cruising around the Seven Seas Lagoon, the … Read more
The entrance of the Magic Kingdom is starting to become a labyrinth of construction walls. Work has started to take place around the bus loop and security area just outside of the gates. We’ve updated you on the demolition of one of the old bag check stations recently, but now it seems the other side … Read more
Two new pieces of jewelry, both inspired by the movie “Aladdin”, have shown up at Walt Disney World. Found at the Emporium at the Magic Kingdom, both pieces retail for a relatively reasonable $19.99. “Aladdin Charm Bracelet” – $19.99 The charm bracelet features the Genie’s lamp, a tassel from the Magic Carpet, a charm that … Read more
We were making our way through Adventureland at the Magic Kingdom earlier today, when we noticed something new at Aloha Isle Refreshments. Dole Whip is now available in souvenir tiki bowls! Uh oa, we’re in trouble. If you thought we were gonna cruise by without getting one, then you’d be in denial. Aloha Isle serves … Read more
Another new Loungefly backpack has made its way to Walt Disney World, this time featuring Cinderella Castle. If you are familiar with the Loungefly collection, their small backpacks are themed to different locations and items at Disney Parks. The outside of the bag features a stylized version of Cinderella Castle, with the inside featuring the … Read more
It’s the start of a new month, which means it’s time to check in on the new hot dog at Casey’s Corner on Main Street USA. We’re in luck, because we’ve got a brand new creation to drool over! The Fried Pickle Hot Diggity Dog looks like something we can really sink our teeth into! … Read more
A whole Doom Buggy full of new Haunted Mansion merchandise has made its way into Memento Mori. Located in the Magic Kingdom, Memento Mori is your one-stop shop for Haunted Mansion merchandise at the park. The new merchandise ranges from clothing to mugs, and even a door knocker, and it’s in just in time for … Read more