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.

Walt Disney World Resort Hotels at Post-COVID Shutdown High of 80% Occupancy for Labor Day Weekend

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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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Labor Day weekend is nearly here, and Walt Disney World and Orlando have been ranked as the top hotel destination city for 2020, according to travel coordinating app TripIt. And if you’re still looking to book a Disney Resort hotel stay, inventory at Walt Disney World is currently booked at 80%, according to our sources. … Read more

PHOTOS: Frozen Mezzo Mix Returns to the Germany Pavilion at EPCOT

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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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Frozen Mezzo Mix in Germany Pavilion at EPCOT

Guten Tag from EPCOT! An icy favorite is back at the Germany Pavilion’s Bier stand with the return of Frozen Mezzo Mix! The fan favorite combination of Coca-Cola and orange flavor was a popular fixture of Club Cool before it closed. It’s typically used as a mixer (hence the “mix” in Mezzo Mix) with beer. … Read more

PHOTOS: Lockers Installed at The Eighth Voyage of Sindbad Theater in Preparation for Labor Day Crowds at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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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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Ahead of the Labor Day weekend crowds, lockers have been installed at The Eighth Voyage of Sindbad theater in Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The lockers are located just above the U•Rest location, where guests may remove their face coverings and relax. Metal barriers are located several rows away from the lockers, suggesting that it will … Read more

PHOTOS: Roof Panel Replacement Continues on the Play! Pavilion at EPCOT

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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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Hello again from EPCOT! Work continues to progress on the future Play! Pavilion, so let’s stop by and take a look! Work on the side closest to Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind has expanded since our last visit. Near the monorail beam, we can see that roof panels are continuing to be replaced, with … Read more

PHOTOS: New EPCOT Food & Wine Festival 2020 Magnets and Phone Cases Debut at Walt Disney World

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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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There’s new merchandise cooking at EPCOT for the 2020 Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. New magnets and phone cases have arrived around the park featuring classic characters and global goodies. (It should be noted that these items don’t have the “Taste of” part of this year’s festival name, meaning they were likely … Read more

PHOTOS: Adorable New “Coco” Guitar Bag Debuts at Walt Disney World

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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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Hola! New merchandise themed to Coco has begun to arrive at Walt Disney World, and there’s one item that’s got our hearts strumming: a new guitar-shaped bag! The white color and design is made to resemble Ernesto de la Cruz’s guitar, a key plot point in the film. Just above a smiling skull is a … Read more

PHOTOS: New Neon Lights Illuminated on the Legends of Hollywood Marquee at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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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 a Hollywood ending for Legends of Hollywood! Neon lights are once again shining on the shop’s marquee at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, restoring its tribute to the great movie houses of the past. With the lights installed and lit up, they flash out their patterns, catching the attention of guests passing by. The pink lights … Read more

PHOTOS: Scaffolding Down, Vertical Supports Completed at the Tomorrowland Entrance in Magic Kingdom

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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 refurbishment at the entrance to Tomorrowland at the Magic Kingdom is seemingly complete, as the scaffolding has been completely removed. The scaffolding reached as high as the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover track as work continued to restore the land to a classic-inspired look, removing many of the thematic elements installed in 1994. For several … Read more

PHOTOS: New Chef Mickey and Minnie EPCOT Food & Wine Festival 2020 Dooney & Bourke Bags Arrive at Walt Disney World

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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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There’s a new item on the merchandise menu at EPCOT. Dooney & Bourke bags themed to the 2020 Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival have arrived at the park, featuring Mickey and Minnie Mouse in chef outfits as they cook up some culinary delights. Most noticeably, the tags are missing the “Taste of” … Read more

Cast Members Line Up at 4:00 AM for Food Banks as Walt Disney World Furloughs Are Extended

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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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While most of Walt Disney World has reopened, one of the most crucial elements of its success is still hurting. The Orlando Sentinel‘s Gabrielle Russon recently shared the story of a food bank organized by Unite Here 737, an Orlando-area union that represents Cast Members who work in food and beverage as well as housekeeping. … Read more

Robert Downey Jr. Says He’s “All Done” Playing Iron Man in New Interview

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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 Iron Man ever does return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it won’t be Robert Downey Jr. in the suit. According to ComicBook.com, the actor said “that’s all done” regarding his obligations playing Tony Stark in an interview on the SmartLess podcast after an eleven-year run. The character famously sacrificed himself to defeat Thanos at … Read more

Chadwick Boseman’s Agent Shares Stories of the Late Actor’s Dedication and Commitment to Community

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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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Chadwick Boseman as King TChalla in Black Panther

As the world continues to mourn the loss of Chadwick Boseman, his agent, Michael Greene, shared his memories of the actor with The Hollywood Reporter. Greene discussed Boseman’s process in choosing roles, pursuing those that would have a positive effect on the Black community: The amount of time that we strategized over whether he should … Read more

PHOTOS: New The Haunted Mansion Tombstone T-Shirt Rests in Peace at the Magic Kingdom

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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’re a fan of The Haunted Mansion, it’s time to hurry back… hurry back… to the Magic Kingdom, because there’s a brand-new t-shirt themed to Gracey Manor’s tombstones! The front of the purple shirt features the attraction logo above the mansion gates, along with phrases including, “Welcome Foolish Mortals,” “The Perfect Final Resting Place,” … Read more

PHOTOS: New Neon Lights Installed on Legends of Hollywood Marquee at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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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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There’s something at Disney’s Hollywood Studios today that has us all aglow… Neon lights have returned to the marquee of Legends of Hollywood, restoring it to its classic movie house glory. The underside of the marquee is still missing neon, with just the bases in place. Just a few days ago, the lighting was removed … Read more

REVIEW: New Escargot Dish Brings Buttery, Garlicky Goodness to the France Marketplace at the 2020 Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

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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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Bonjour from the 2020 Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival! One of the staples of the France Marketplace has returned with a new escargot dish! The escargo replaces the goat cheese tart that was on the menu when the festival began on July 15th. It’s good to see this beloved festival item back … Read more

PHOTOS: Scaffolding Partially Down, Purple Wall Visible Again in Tomorrowland at the Magic Kingdom

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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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Lovers of the Purple Wall have a welcome sight at the Magic Kingdom. The famed photo opportunity spot is once again visible from the park hub as scaffolding begins to come down around the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover track. For months, the wall had been hidden behind scaffolding, though still accessible, due to the ongoing … Read more

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