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Walt Disney World Shares Operational Update for Hurricane Idalia, Offering 50% Off Hotel Stays for Evacuees and First Responders

August 29, 2023August 29, 2023

Walt Disney World Resort has shared a new operational update for Hurricane Idalia, and is offering a discount for Florida residents evacuating the storm and first responders. Walt Disney World Hurricane Idalia Update The update was shared to Walt Disney World’s official weather updates page. These updates include an extension of change and cancellation fees … Read more

Walt Disney World Shares Update on Preparations for Hurricane Idalia for Guests Staying at Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

August 29, 2023August 29, 2023

While Walt Disney World is currently operating under normal conditions ahead of Hurricane Idalia, the resort has released a new preparation update for guests staying at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Hurricane Idalia Update for Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground The update was shared on the official Walt Disney World website, and says … Read more

Tropical Storm Warning Issued as Idalia Approaches Florida, Song of the South Characters Evicted from the Briar Patch, & More: Daily Recap (8/28/23)

August 28, 2023

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Monday, August 28, 2023. Walt Disney World EPCOT … Read more

WATCH PARKSCENTER — What To Look For When Choosing a Disney Hotel, Tokyo Fantasy Springs, and More Halloween Updates

August 27, 2023

Join us live tonight, Sunday, August 27th, at 9:00 p.m. ET, or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV. We are updating you on all the big things happening in the Disney Parks each week! Each week, we cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are top of … Read more

Female Cast Member Escapes Attempted Kidnapping in EPCOT Parking Lot

August 25, 2023

“It’s OK. Just come to me, princess.” Those were the chilling words said by a strange man to an EPCOT Cast Member in an attempted kidnapping after he grabbed her at the end of her shift last month, according to an Orange County Sheriff’s report released this week. Authorities did not find the man to … Read more

New Items Added to The Plaza Restaurant Menu Include Specialty Milkshakes, Crab Cake Sandwich, and More

August 24, 2023August 24, 2023

Further adding to the classic Americana allure of Main Street, U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World is a slew of new items recently added to the menu at the Plaza Restaurant. New takes on classic American dishes like the crab cake, milkshake, and cheesecake are now available at the location. New Items Added … Read more

New ‘Ahsoka’ Disney PhotoPass Magic Shots, Lens Available for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

August 24, 2023August 23, 2023

If you fell in love with the first practical depiction of a loth cat while tuning into the two-episode premiere of “Ahsoka” on Disney+ on August 22, you’re in luck. Disney PhotoPass has introduced two new “Ahsoka”-inspired Magic Shots and a new Lens at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in both the Disneyland Resort and Disney’s … Read more

Sassagoula River Cruise Boats to be Temporarily Unavailable Due to Bridge Refurbishment

August 21, 2023

The Sassagoula River Cruise water transportation service will be temporarily unavailable for a short period later this month, according to Orlando Theme Park News. Sassagoula River Cruise Temporarily Closing This watercraft transportation service will be closed to guests from August 28-30, as a result of bridge refurbishment. Affected guests can still take a resort bus, … Read more

WATCH PARKSCENTER — Latest on Disneyland Projects, EPCOT Progress, and Things That Need to Be Updated at Disney Parks!

August 20, 2023

Join us live tonight, Sunday, August 20th, at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV. We are updating you on all the big things happening in the Disney Parks each week! Each week, we cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are top of … Read more

Haunted Mansion-Themed Gravedigger Popcorn Mix Added To Seasonal Offerings at Magic Kingdom

August 19, 2023

Yet another Halloween-themed treat is available for purchase at Magic Kingdom as Walt Disney World continues to celebrate spooky season. The Gravedigger Popcorn Mix, a chocolatey medley of flavors built on a caramel popcorn base, has been added to the menu at the Main Street Confectionery, further adding to the list of the park’s seasonal … Read more

Walt Disney World No Longer Handing Out Paper Straws & Plastic Lids, Disney Countersues CFTOD Board, & More: Daily Recap (8/18/23)

August 18, 2023

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Friday, August 18, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Fort Wilderness Resort Restaurants Replace Wooden Furniture and Metal Picnic Tables with NEW Composite Furniture

August 14, 2023

New composite exterior seating has been added to the porch area of Crockett’s Tavern at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, replacing the former wooden furniture and metal picnic tables that were previously located there. New Composite Furniture at Fort Wilderness Restaurants Previously, this porch area had wooden rocking chairs and metal picnic tables for … Read more

Concrete Poured at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, Chicken Stuffed Mickey Waffles, & More: Daily Recap (8/13/23)

August 13, 2023

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Sunday, August 13, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

WATCH PARKSCENTER — First Mickey’s Halloween Party Review, Domestic Parks Earnings Down, and Disney AI Task Force

August 13, 2023August 13, 2023

Join us live tonight, Sunday, August 13th, at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV. Updating you on all the big things happing in the Disney Parks each week! Each week, we cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are top of mind for … Read more

PHOTOS: Tarp Removed at Entrance To Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya at EPCOT, Interior Now Visible

August 14, 2023August 13, 2023

Guests eager to visit Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya are now able to look inside the restaurant in which they will soon be able to dine. Tarps that had previously blocked the entrance of the new restaurant in the Japan Pavilion at EPCOT have been removed ahead of the restaurant’s August 30 opening date. Tarp Removed at … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Dapper Dans Don Fall Costumes at Magic Kingdom

August 12, 2023

Autumn is in full swing at Walt Disney World Resort, its arrival punctuated by the re-introduction of Halloween decorations and theming to Magic Kingdom and the commencement of the annual Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. The Dapper Dans have gotten in on the festivities, recently debuting their fall costumes. Dapper Dans Fall Costumes We spotted the … Read more