Universal Is Looking for Guests to Be Among the First to Visit Epic Universe & More: Daily Recap (3/14/25)

A flying red and black dragon, Snow White with seven dwarfs indoors, a rabbit figurine holding a basket with eggs, and an epic logo for Universal Epic Universe are all part of the enchanting display that captivates guests.

An Epic Universe casting call, along with upset “Snow White” actors, Easter treats, and flying dragons in Epic Universe — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, March 14, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s Animal Kingdom Disney Springs New Merchandise Other Walt Disney World News Disneyland Resort Disneyland Paris … Read more

Keyholder Vacations Debuts as Parent Company to World of DVC

A yellow key with a suitcase handle stands vertically between the white letters K and V on a dark blue background, symbolizing Keyholder Vacations, the flagship brand of parent company World of DVC.

Keyholder Vacations launched today with a press release announcing itself as the new parent company for World of DVC Brands, including DVC Rental Store, DVC Resale Market, and Be Our Guest Vacations. Today marks an exciting milestone in the travel industry as we proudly announce the creation of Keyholder Vacations, a new parent company designed … Read more

Disney CEO Bob Chapek Blames California’s “Stringent” Guidelines for Continued Disneyland Closure

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A story posted to The Orange County Register website details comments that Disney CEO Bob Chapek shared today on CNBC’s “Closing Bell.” In the interview, Chapek did not hold back his opinion of the reopening guidelines proposed by California Governor Gavin Newsom. Chapek labeled the guidelines as “stringent” and “arbitrary.” After radio silence in the … Read more

Disney Vacation Club Files Fewer Liens in 2020 and Changes Resale Waiver that Could Affect Disney’s Riviera Resort

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The COVID-19 pandemic affects more than reduced traffic and a drop in sales at Walt Disney World Resort. Disney Vacation Club has issued far fewer liens this past year than it has in the previous four years. Is COVID-19 to blame? Other changes have also affected DVC members, though rather quietly. The language of the … Read more

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

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

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disneyland Paris 2019 – A Year in Review

Welcome to WDWNT’s Disneyland Paris 2019 Yearly Review! It’s been an exciting year for the beautiful resort, and we’ve loved reporting on what’s been moving and shaking in the parks. Here’s our recap on the news we reported on this year… Let’s start right at the end of December 2018, when the former Senior Vice … Read more

WDWNT Weeky Recap: Runaway Railway Opening Date Revealed, DuckTales Attraction Announced, Rise of the Resistance Opens at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and Guest Breaks Carousel of Progress Props

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 December 2-8! Walt Disney World Monorail Black is back and sporting a sleek new … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Disney+ Launches with Original Series, Glitches, and “Outdated Cultural Depictions”; Gingerbread Displays Arrive at Disney Resorts; and Potential New Monorail Purchase

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 November 11-17! Walt Disney World A new update to the My Disney Experience app … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: R.I.P. FuelRod, Sleigh-Loads of Christmas Merchandise, Changes to the “Disney Look”, and Still Some Skyliner Issues

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 October 21-27! Walt Disney World Segments for the festive Disney Parks Holiday televised specials … Read more

How Disney Vacations Have Been Affected By The Thomas Cook Collapse, and What Guests Can Do to Save Their Travel Plans

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If you have been reading the news this week, you may have heard the horrible news that the British international travel company Thomas Cook Group has ceased all operations. From this devastating loss, all package holidays and flights booked through the company have been canceled. Being a global travel company, Thomas Cook also booked package … Read more