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Reopening Date Scheduled for Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland

May 21, 2021

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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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While July 4th weekend might be in the heat of the summer, it’s going to be a cool time at Disneyland. According to the resort’s Daily Events Schedule, Matterhorn Bobsleds is set to finally reopen to guests on Friday, July 2nd. The attraction has remained closed since the park closure in March 2020, and even … Read more

Walt Disney World Theme Park Hours Released for August 1st-7th

May 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 theme park fun continues well into summer, as Walt Disney World has released its hours for all four theme parks and Blizzard Beach from August 1st through the 7th. All seven days that week, the Magic Kingdom will be open from 9 AM to 9 PM all seven days, while EPCOT operates from 11 … Read more

PHOTOS: Floor Distancing Markers Removed As “Test” from Some Attraction Queues at EPCOT

May 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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As Walt Disney World begins to change its physical distancing protocols to comply with new CDC guidelines, testing has begun on queues without any sort of floor distancing markers at EPCOT. Outside Test Track, markers have been removed as guests approach the attraction. Currently, the test is being conducted in the ride’s extended queue, which … Read more

PHOTOS: New Kate Spade Alice in Wonderland Collection Debuts at Walt Disney World

May 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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Walt Disney World is getting curiouser and curiouser these days. Of course, that may be thanks to the new Alice in Wonderland collection by Kate Spade New York that’s now available! There are seven items in this collection that are perfect for the Wonderland fan! Let’s take a closer look… no magic needed! Kate Spade … Read more

Brightline Rail Expansion Reaches Halfway Mark Between Miami and Orlando

May 20, 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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Soon, it’ll be easier than ever to travel the Sunshine State, as the Brightline high-speed rail expansion has reached the halfway mark between Miami and Orlando. Fox 35’s Matt Trezza reported on the big occasion, which marks a significant development in the expansion. The line will lead to Orlando International Airport, which will serve as … Read more

PHOTOS: Little Orange Bird Phone PopGrip Arrives at Walt Disney World

May 19, 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 merchandise is any indicator, people really love the Orange Bird. Just this year alone, this Florida icon has been featured on tumblers, face masks and shoulder plush. Now, you can show off the character on your phone… the outside of it, that is. This new PopSockets PopGrip has arrived at Walt Disney World, featuring … Read more

REVIEW: New Cheetah Mocha Mousse Brookie Prowls Into Disney’s Animal Kingdom

May 19, 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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Greetings from Disney’s Animal Kingdom! There’s a new dessert on the prowl that we just had to check out! The Cheetah Mocha Mousse brownie features a dome of mocha-flavored mousse on top of a brookie (half-brownie, half-cookie), garnished with chocolate Mickey ears with a cheetah print and golden sprinkles. This definitely gets us in the … Read more

PHOTOS: First Look at Avengers Campus Merchandise, WEB Power Bands Interact with WEB SLINGERS – A Spider-Man Adventure Ride

May 19, 2021May 19, 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 Avengers Campus getting ready to open at Disney California Adventure on June 4th, we now have a first look at some of the merchandise that’ll be available in this new land… and will interact with its new attraction! A number of these new products will be coming first to Disneyland Resort Backlot Premiere Shop … Read more

PHOTOS: New Frozen Ever After 5th Anniversary Limited Release MagicBand Flurries Into EPCOT

May 19, 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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Can you believe it’s been five years since Frozen Ever After opened at EPCOT? Time sure flies when you’re sailing through Arendelle. To mark the anniversary, there’s a new limited release MagicBand featuring some of the ride’s most beloved characters. On one end of the hydrangea MagicBand, Elsa poses triumphantly in front of a much … Read more

PHOTOS: MagicBand Prices Increase at Walt Disney World and on shopDisney

May 19, 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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Guests looking to purchase MagicBands were hit with a less-than-pleasant surprise at Walt Disney World on Wednesday. The price of open edition MagicBands has increased by $5.00 at each of the three pricing levels. Coral-level bands are now $19.99, while Bronze-level bands are $29.99 and amethyst-level bands sell for $34.99. The signage reminds guests that … Read more

PHOTOS: New “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” and Stitch “Vacation Mode” MagicBands Debut at Walt Disney World

May 19, 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 new pair of MagicBands are getting animated at Walt Disney World! Both bands feature characters from Walt Disney Animation Studios history. Let’s take a closer look. First up is this Hydrangea MagicBand featuring Quasimodo and Esmeralda from The Hunchback of Notre Dame, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. Esmeralda waves her tambourine on … Read more

PHOTOS: New Boba Fett Mask & Jetpack, Dok-Ondar & Darth Maul Plush and More Arrive at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

May 19, 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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Greetings from Black Spire Outpost! Whether you like all things cute and cuddly or bold as a bounty hunter, there’s new offerings at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios that are sure to please. Let’s see what’s new! Creature Stall Tooka-Cat — $49.99 This blue and green cutie may not be sporting a … Read more

Pricing Revealed for Pym Test Kitchen, Pym Tasting Lab and Shawarma Palace at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure

May 17, 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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This week has brought us an incredible amount of updates about Avengers Campus, opening June 4th at Disney California Adventure. Now, we know just how much punch some of the new food offerings will pack on the old wallet. Pym Test Kitchen Sharing seems to be a recurring theme. The large Quantum Pretzel comes in … Read more

New Baby Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra Born at Kilimanjaro Safaris in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

May 17, 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 Kilimanjaro Safaris family got a little bigger today at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, as a baby Hartmann’s mountain zebra was born on the savanna, and we have a look at the bouncing (and standing) baby boy! From Disney Parks Blog: Guests riding Kilimanjaro Safaris today got to see the miracle of birth and the magic of nature … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: New Legacy Lightsaber – The Darksaber from The Mandalorian – Arrives at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disneyland

May 24, 2021May 17, 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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As stealthily as a bounty hunter, a new addition made a surprise debut at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disneyland. A new Legacy Darksaber, as seen on the Disney+ Original Series The Mandalorian, is now available at Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities. Today marked the start of a “presale” for the Darksaber. … Read more

Disneyland Resort Park Pass Reservations and Tickets Can Now Be Booked Together

May 17, 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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It’s even easier now to plan your visit to the Disneyland Resort, as tickets to Disneyland and Disney California Adventure and park passes can now be booked at the same time. From Disney Parks Blog: Good news, Disneyland fans! Today, we are introducing a new, easy way to plan your next visit to the Happiest … Read more

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