PHOTOS: Test Track Now Boarding Every Row with No Dividers Between Guests at EPCOT

180cb6e9-43b5-4023-8f56-1c3015974e22

Test Track at EPCOT is now boarding both rows of each car with no dividers between the rows. The loading area does have dividers between each row, and the queue is still physically distanced. Previously, only one party would be in each car. Now up to two parties can share a car. Test Track cars … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 12/29/20 (New “The Emperor’s New Groove” Anniversary Pins, Holiday Merchandise Now 70% Off, Guardians of the Galaxy Facade Work, and More)

spaceship-earth-lucite-pylons-entrance-fountain-featured-image-hero-epcot-12292020-9237794

Greetings, World Travelers, from a lovely day here at EPCOT! We stopped by for a quick day at the park to see what might be new in Future World. Let’s get started! It wouldn’t be a normal day at EPCOT without a new Limited Edition pin or two. Today, we found four new Limited Edition … Read more

REVIEW: Cool Wash Returns to the Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

cool wash review food and wine festival 15 scaled

The Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival has been running since the park reopened in mid-July. Unfortunately, not all the marketplaces planned for the festival opened on time. We previously noticed Cool Wash was preparing to reopen and now it has finally returned. Cool Wash debuted their speciality slushies at last year’s EPCOT … Read more

REVIEW: The Donut Box Returns to the Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival with NEW Donut Holes

the-donut-box-food-17

The Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival has been running since the park reopened in mid-July. Unfortunately, not all the marketplaces planned for the festival opened on time. We previously noticed The Donut Box was preparing to reopen and now it has finally returned. This one-stop-shop for donuts made its debut at last … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 8/30/20 (The Land Pavilion Adds Queueing, Storms Abound, World Showcase Details, and More)

Mickey Mouse in Character Cavalcade at EPCOT

Hello from EPCOT on a stormy Sunday! The weather was a mixed bag today, and one of the big park attractions was down for the first few hours of the day, making for some interesting crowd flow. Regardless, we are bringing you the updates you came here to see, so let’s take a look at … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Test Track Car Magnet Races Into EPCOT

test track car magnet simporium epcot 3 scaled

Now any car can feel like the vehicle of the future with this new Test Track car magnet available at EPCOT! The magnet features three electric blue gauges as seen around the attraction in the shape of Mickey Mouse’s head, with the “TT” portion of the Test Track logo in the middle gauge. This magnet … Read more

PHOTOS: New Test Track T-Shirt Speeds into Walt Disney World

new test track shirt

New Test Track merchandise and apparel continue to pop up throughout Walt Disney World. First, we discovered the new Test Track Mickey Mouse t-shirt and hat. Then, we found the latest Test Track youth apparel. Now, another brand-new Test Track tee has made its way into EPCOT. The small graphic on the front of the … Read more

PHOTOS: New Test Track Kid’s Apparel Races into EPCOT

test track mickey shirts

If you liked the Test Track hat and shirt we posted about the other day, then you’re going to love these two new shirts. Let’s take a closer look! Long-Sleeve Kid’s Hoodie – $34.99 This thin, grey hoodie features Mickey behind the wheel, with crossed tire tracks around him. Kid’s Test Track Shirt – $19.99 … Read more

PHOTOS: New Test Track Mickey Mouse Hat and T-Shirt Arrive at Walt Disney World

test track hat shirt

Start your engines! There’s a new Test Track hat and t-shirt at Walt Disney World, so you can show your love for your favorite EPCOT attraction. This hat and t-shirt both feature Mickey Mouse and have a sleek black and blue color scheme. Let’s take a closer look! Test Track Mickey Hat – $27.99 This … Read more

A Complete Guide to the Reopening of EPCOT

epcot guide featured 2

For the first time in four months, EPCOT is once again welcoming guests at Walt Disney World. Of course, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, major changes have been made to the park experience, including temperature screenings, mandatory face masks, social distancing, and more. If you’re planning a visit, or if you just want to … Read more

PHOTOS: Chevrolet Show Room Reopens at Test Track Exit at EPCOT

test track chevrolet cars reopen epcot 2 scaled

When Test Track reopened, most of the high-touch interactive areas of the queue and exit of the ride have been turned off to keep guests safe. The Chevrolet cars on show were roped off, but today they were allowed to be viewed up close again with new social distancing measures in place. Chevrolet spokespeople were … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Mask-Free” Relaxation Station Debuts at EPCOT’s Future World East

future world east face mask relaxation station epcot 7 scaled

Now that EPCOT’s in Cast Member previews, we’re taking a look at the new Relaxation Stations around the park, including the one in Future World East. Unlike the more tucked-away locations at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall and the United Kingdom Pavilion, this station is very much out in the open, between Test Track and Mission: … Read more

PHOTOS: Test Track Reopens at EPCOT with Queue Modifications and No More Design Studio Vehicle Customization

Untitled design

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

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

EPCOT aerial photos may 2020 jonathan michael salazar c 4 scaled

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

The Road to Tomorrow – The History of Disneyland’s Rocket Rods

rocket rods featured

Disneyland Park has experienced its ups and downs when it comes to attractions throughout the years. When looking back, one of the most prominent failed projects, Rocket Rods, sits pretty close to the top.  Problems of Tomorrow Rocket Rods was the new anchor attraction for Disneyland’s infamous Tomorrowland relaunch in 1998. The 1998 update was … Read more

Buckle Up and Rock Out at the Disney-MGM Studios with this Guide from 1999

Disneys Hollywood Studios 1999

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! And in celebration of Hollywood Studios Appreciation Week, all this week, we’re peeking into the studio vault with items from the early years of the Disney-MGM Studios! In … Read more