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REVIEW: New Christmas Cookie Old Fashioned and Yippie Pie Yay Cocktails are Holiday Delights at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort

December 21, 2021December 21, 2021

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Sometimes, the best way to celebrate the holidays is with a little bit of bowling and a good beverage. Luckily, Galaxy Bowl at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort has two cocktails that are perfect for the season! The Christmas Cookie Old Fashioned and Yippie Pie Yay are available at the bar, and can be taken … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Toys for Tots Recognizes Disney VoluntEARS for Over 2,000 Hours of Work and 10,000 Toys Donated in 2021

December 21, 2021

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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With Christmas just around the corner, Marine Toys for Tots has recognized Disney VoluntEARS for donating over 2,000 work hours and 10,000 toys as part of this year’s campaign. From Disney Parks Blog: National leadership of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Foundation paid a special visit to meet with Disney VoluntEARS December … Read more

The Walt Disney Company Extends CFO Christine McCarthy’s Contract Through June 2024

December 21, 2021

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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The Walt Disney Company has announced that they have extended Chief Financial Officer and Senior Executive Vice President Christine McCarthy’s contract through June 30, 2024, according to Deadline‘s Jill Goldsmith. McCarthy, who has worked for Disney for 22 years, has held the position of CFO since 2015. In her role, she supervises Disney’s global finance … Read more

REVIEW: New Playful Penguin Cupcake is Both Cute and Delicious at Landscape of Flavors in Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

December 21, 2021

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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The holidays have brought a wide variety of seasonal food and beverages, and the latest addition to the lineup is, well, just plain cute! At Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, a new cupcake has arrived featuring a penguin enjoying a winter landscape. It can be found in the refrigerated section for … Read more

Individual Lightning Lane Prices Increase Significantly During Christmas Week at Disney California Adventure

December 21, 2021

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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In anticipation of heavy crowds coming for the week of Christmas to the Disneyland Resort, individual Lightning Lane prices have increased substantially for two attractions at Disney California Adventure. Lightning Lane access for WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure and Radiator Springs Racers are currently selling for $18 per person, a substantial raise from $7 per … Read more

PHOTOS: New Grinch Tervis Metal Tumbler Slinks into Universal Orlando Resort

December 21, 2021

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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If you like your holidays with a little attitude, you can now get a new metal Tervis tumbler at Universal Orlando Resort that celebrates the “Mean One” himself, the Grinch. Grinch Tervis Tumbler – $34.99 The Grinchy green tumbler features classic Dr. Seuss-inspired art of the character along a collection of phrases that show off … Read more

Bob Iger Believes Disney-Apple Merger Would Have Happened if Steve Jobs Were Still Alive

December 21, 2021

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Over the years, it’s been speculated that The Walt Disney Company and Apple could merge. Now, with just over a week until his exit from Disney, Bob Iger has lent credence to that rumor. According to AppleInsider, in an interview with CNBC, Iger stated his belief that if Steve Jobs were still alive, the two … Read more

Tom Holland Expresses Support for Spider-Gwen, Spider-Woman Projects

December 21, 2021

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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With “Spider-Man: No Way Home” dominating at the box office, Sony and Marvel Studios have already begun planning the next phase of the famous wall-crawler’s storyline, but the film’s star, Tom Holland, believes the time is right to consider a different path for the future. In an interview with PEOPLE, Holland expressed his support for … Read more

Florida’s Orange County Returns to ‘High’ COVID-19 Tier

December 21, 2021

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Just weeks after being moved to a “substantial” COVID-19 tier, Florida’s Orange County has once again moved to the “high” tier of case transmission, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As crowds descend on both Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort for the holiday season, COVID-19 transmission has been on the … Read more

VIDEO: Disney Illuminations Fireworks Spectacular Returns to Disneyland Paris After 21-Month Absence

December 21, 2021

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Beginning tonight, the skies above Disneyland Paris will be lit up once more as Disney Illuminations returns to Disneyland Park. The show has been absent for almost two years, with its last performance in March 2020. Disneyland Paris reopened in June 2021 after an extended closure due to COVID-19. The long-awaited return of the nighttime … Read more

PHOTOS: Seuss Landing Entrance Arch Torn Down at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

December 21, 2021

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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With just days to go until Christmas, guests at Universal’s Islands of Adventure got an unfortunate sight at the entrance to Seuss Landing. The entrance arch, decorated for the Who-liday season, has been removed. But don’t worry, the Grinch hasn’t walked off with it! Team Members have told us that the arch’s disappearance is for … Read more

Magic Kingdom and EPCOT to Switch Nights for Extended Evening Hours Beginning February 21

December 15, 2021

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Beginning in late February, the Magic Kingdom and EPCOT will be switching nights for Extended Evening Hours for guests staying at Walt Disney World Deluxe Resorts, Deluxe Villas, and other select hotels. Starting February 21, the Magic Kingdom will hold Extended Evening Hours on Mondays, while EPCOT will stay open later for select guests on … Read more

‘WALL-E,’ ‘Return of the Jedi,’ and ‘Flowers and Trees’ Added to National Film Registry

December 15, 2021

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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A trio of Disney-connected films have been named as part of this year’s selections to the National Film Registry, including a story of a robot in love, a groundbreaking short film, and the final chapter of the original Star Wars trilogy. “Return of the Jedi” received the highest number of votes from the public, according … Read more

PHOTOS: Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company Kiosks Now Offering Self-Serve Syrups at EPCOT

December 15, 2021

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Following a massive bee swarm that forced a kiosk to close, Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company has found a way to reintroduce flavored syrups to their beverages with the addition of self-serve options at EPCOT. Currently, guests can choose from a selection of five syrups in miniature bottles to pour into their own drink. We … Read more

PHOTOS: Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Luxe Collection Black Minnie Ear Headband Now Available

December 14, 2021

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

For those who liked the style of the Luxe Logo collection for Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary, but didn’t want to spend $225 on a Minnie ear headband, a new option has arrived at the resort. This black Minnie Ear headband is now available. The ears have the 50th anniversary logo and Cinderella Castle embossed … Read more

PHOTOS: New Structures Continue to Develop for Journey of Water Inspired by ‘Moana’ at EPCOT

December 15, 2021December 14, 2021

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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We’ve been “staring at the edge of the water,” waiting to see how the Journey of Water at EPCOT has been coming along. In just a matter of days, things have quite visibly changed since our last visit. Let’s take a look! From the Walt Disney World Monorail, we can see a number of tents … Read more

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