Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

First Book in the New SEA Series, “Shinji Takahashi and the Mark of the Coatl,” Now Available for Preorder

Author

by
Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

View all posts

sea-book-shinji-takahashi-and-the-mark-of-the-coatl-9121404

A new book series based on the Society of Explorers and Adventurers (SEA) was announced this morning, and the first book is now available for preorder. “Shinji Takahashi and the Mark of the Coatl” – $16.99 “Shinji Takahashi and the Mark of the Coatl” by Julie Kagawa (The “Iron Fey” Series) will be released on … Read more

Walt Disney World Cast Member Vaccine Requirement Paused Due to New Legislation

Author

by
Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

View all posts

wdw-health-services-covid-19-vaccine-3-2163776

Due to the new legislation from Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, Walt Disney World has paused their COVID-19 vaccination requirement for Cast Members. “We believe that our approach to mandatory vaccines has been the right one as we’ve continued to focus on the safety and well-being of our Cast Members and Guests, and at this point, more … Read more

Main Street Electrical Parade to Celebrate 50th Anniversary With Return to Disneyland in 2022

Author

by
Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

View all posts

main-street-electrical-parade-premiere-02-16x9-3

The Main Street Electrical Parade turns 50 next year, and Disney is celebrating by bringing the beloved classic back to Disneyland. The parade is returning alongside Fantasmic! and World of Color, all of which were announced today at Destination D23. A specific date for the parade’s return has yet to be announced.

Earl of Sandwich, Sugarboo & Co., and Starbucks at Downtown Disney District to Close in January 2022

Author

by
Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

View all posts

Downtown Disney Earl of Sandwich

Today at Destination D23, a new project for the Downtown Disney District was announced. The former AMC Theater will be removed to make way for a new green space plus reimagined shopping and dining. We have now learned that, as part of this project, more venues will close. Earl of Sandwich, Sugarboo & Co., and … Read more

Universal’s Volcano Bay Closing at 4 PM Today Due to Inclement Weather

Author

by
Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

View all posts

volcano-bay-krakatau-2-27-21-8127872

Volcano Bay at Universal Orlando Resort is closing one hour early today due to inclement weather. Initially slated to be open until 5 p.m., the water park will now close at 4 p.m.

PHOTOS: Closer Look at ‘Project Exo’ Giant Character Exoskeleton Technology

Author

by
Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

View all posts

screenshot-2021-11-20-080234

We reported on the new Project Exo earlier this year, an upcoming project from Walt Disney Imagineering to bring larger characters to life in believable ways. This exoskeleton could be used for larger characters like a Wampa, Harold the Abominable Snowman, Hulk, and more. And today, at the Destination D23 event, Project Exo was invited … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Sneak Peek Look at Lightsaber and Bridge Training Activities for the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

Author

by
Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

View all posts

copy-of-wdwnt-3-up-tall-right-2

Today during Destination D23, Disney shared a sneak peek at what guests onboard the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser can expect during the lightsaber and bridge training activities. Let’s break down the video and see what the experiences will involve. Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products President Josh D’Amaro heads first to the lightsaber training room and … Read more

FIRST LOOK: Walt Disney World Railroad Train Engine 1 Receives Refurbishment

Author

by
Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

View all posts

refurbished-wdw-railroad-engine-1-4175732

During the “Planes, Trains, and Monorails” panel at today’s Destination D23, it was revealed that Engine 1, the Walter E. Disney, of the Walt Disney World Railroad received a refurbishment. The newly refurbished engine can be seen above. Imagineers also hinted at “more surprises” coming to the attraction when it eventually reopens. No reopening date … Read more

PHOTOS: Behind the Scenes Look at the Sculpting of New Walt Disney Statue Coming to World Celebration at EPCOT

Author

by
Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

View all posts

screenshot-2021-11-20-074807

At EPCOT, in an area of World Celebration called Dreamer’s Point, a new statue of Walt Disney will be found. Just outside the Creations Shop and the upcoming Connections Café and Eatery, the statue will be seated on a step, looking out over the park. The statue’s design and fabrication are currently underway, and at … Read more

PHOTOS: Meet Gaya, the ‘Galactic Superstar’ Who Will Perform on the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

Author

by
Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

View all posts

galactic-starcruiser-gaia-2710898

We recently met a host of new characters coming to Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, and today we were (formally) introduced to Gaya, the singer who will perform during dinner. Gaya’s music can currently be heard in Oga’s Cantina. The announcement alluded to a stranger role for Gaya, as she is a “galactic superstar” performing as … Read more

CONCEPT ART: New Look at Queue for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT

Author

by
Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

View all posts

guardians-of-the-galaxy-cosmic-rewind-queue-concept-art1-2115795

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is officially coming to EPCOT next summer and today, two new pieces of concept art of the queue were released. The queue will take guests through the Wonders of Xandar pavilion, where they can see other-worldly artifacts. Per Disney, the pavilion will include the following areas: The Galaxarium, a … Read more

BREAKING: New Castle Stage Show ‘Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire’ Coming to the Magic Kingdom in 2022

Author

by
Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

View all posts

cinderella-castle-stage-platforms-3-2570784-scaled-2589594

Just announced at Destination D23, a new castle stage show is coming to the Magic Kingdom. “Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire” is the new castle forecourt show, debuting for the 50th anniversary of the Magic Kingdom. No date other than 2022 was announced at this time. It replaces the former “Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire.” The new … Read more

BREAKING: Fantasmic! Returning in 2022 to Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Author

by
Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

View all posts

Mickey shooting fireworks in Fantasmic! at Disney's Hollywood Studios

Fantasmic! has just been announced to return to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 2022. The fan-favorite nighttime show has been closed since March 2020, when Walt Disney World closed due to COVID-19. Upon its return, it will feature a new sequence. No details have been officially announced, but concept art showcases Moana, Aladdin, and Frozen. No … Read more

BREAKING: Fantasmic! and World of Color to Return to Disneyland Resort in 2022

Author

by
Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

View all posts

Mickey shooting fireworks in Fantasmic! at Disney's Hollywood Studios

Fantasmic! and World of Color are set to return to Disneyland Resort in 2022. The shows used to perform nightly before the parks closed last March due to COVID-19. They will return alongside the Main Street Electrical Parade, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The exact dates were not announced yet.

CONCEPT ART: Connections Café and Eatery Coming to World Celebration at EPCOT

Author

by
Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

View all posts

connections-cafe-and-eatery-concept-art

Concept art and a name for the new quick service restaurant coming to World Celebration at EPCOT were revealed this morning at Destination D23. Connections Café and Eatery is the name for the new venue. The concept art reveals a similar aesthetic to the new and adjacent Creations Shop. This space is intended to also … Read more

BREAKING: MagicBand+ Coming to Disneyland Resort in 2022

Author

by
Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

View all posts

MagicBand+

The new MagicBand+ is coming to Disneyland Resort in 2022, along with the new Hey Disney! Amazon Echo devices. The new MagicBand+ was announced earlier this year and will feature interactive effects such as lights and sound. This is the first iteration of the MagicBand technology to come to Disneyland. An exclusive design was previewed … Read more

info

PH +1 000 000 0000

24 M Drive
East Hampton, NY 11937

© 2024 INFO

PRIVACY POLICY terms of service
→←