Jason Diffendal

Jason has been a lifelong fan of the Disney parks since his first visit at age 2. His biennial pilgrimages during his childhood accelerated into semi-annual visits by the year 2000, when he also Joined the Disney Vacation Club. Luckily, Jason’s bride-to-be was also a Disney fan, which allowed his infatuation with the Disney parks to continue, and ultimately culminated in their wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion in September 2003. Early in 2007, Jason began his involvement with the planning for what became Celebration 25, the unofficial fan gathering to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Epcot®. Soon thereafter, Jason met Tom Corless at a pin trading meet in New Jersey, and became part of the WDW News Today podcast starting with Episode 17. Jason has been involved with the WDWNT Network ever since, and can't seem to escape no matter how hard he tries. Contact Jason at jason@wdwnt.com.

RUMOR: Could a Rooftop Bar Be Coming To the Mickey and Friends Parking Structure at Disneyland?

July 18, 2018

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Jason has been a lifelong fan of the Disney parks since his first visit at age 2. His biennial pilgrimages during his childhood accelerated into semi-annual visits by the year 2000, when he also Joined the Disney Vacation Club. Luckily, Jason’s bride-to-be was also a Disney fan, which allowed his infatuation with the Disney parks to continue, and ultimately culminated in their wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion in September 2003. Early in 2007, Jason began his involvement with the planning for what became Celebration 25, the unofficial fan gathering to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Epcot®. Soon thereafter, Jason met Tom Corless at a pin trading meet in New Jersey, and became part of the WDW News Today podcast starting with Episode 17. Jason has been involved with the WDWNT Network ever since, and can't seem to escape no matter how hard he tries. Contact Jason at jason@wdwnt.com.

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This is pure speculation on my part, and admittedly a far-out idea, but here goes… A permit recently filed with the city of Anaheim is showing that Third Floor North, an architectural signage company, will be installing an “illuminated blade sing [sign] that reads ‘THE VERANDA’” somewhere on Parcel 12929103, which is the Mickey and Friends … Read more

Hocus Pocus 25th Anniversary Spirit Jersey and Other Merch Now Available on ShopDisney

July 18, 2018

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Jason has been a lifelong fan of the Disney parks since his first visit at age 2. His biennial pilgrimages during his childhood accelerated into semi-annual visits by the year 2000, when he also Joined the Disney Vacation Club. Luckily, Jason’s bride-to-be was also a Disney fan, which allowed his infatuation with the Disney parks to continue, and ultimately culminated in their wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion in September 2003. Early in 2007, Jason began his involvement with the planning for what became Celebration 25, the unofficial fan gathering to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Epcot®. Soon thereafter, Jason met Tom Corless at a pin trading meet in New Jersey, and became part of the WDW News Today podcast starting with Episode 17. Jason has been involved with the WDWNT Network ever since, and can't seem to escape no matter how hard he tries. Contact Jason at jason@wdwnt.com.

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ShopDisney.com now has spirit jerseys inspired by Hocus Pocus now available online for $59.95. There is additional merchandise celebrating the movie’s anniversary, including t-shirts, pins, a mug, a journal, and this LoungeFly leather bag for $64.95. Check out the Hocus Pocus Funko Pop! Vinyls also being released later this year. All of this merchandise is … Read more

WDWNT: Nerd Alert – Season Four – The “Ant-Man And The Wasp” Roundtable

August 10, 2018July 17, 2018

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Jason has been a lifelong fan of the Disney parks since his first visit at age 2. His biennial pilgrimages during his childhood accelerated into semi-annual visits by the year 2000, when he also Joined the Disney Vacation Club. Luckily, Jason’s bride-to-be was also a Disney fan, which allowed his infatuation with the Disney parks to continue, and ultimately culminated in their wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion in September 2003. Early in 2007, Jason began his involvement with the planning for what became Celebration 25, the unofficial fan gathering to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Epcot®. Soon thereafter, Jason met Tom Corless at a pin trading meet in New Jersey, and became part of the WDW News Today podcast starting with Episode 17. Jason has been involved with the WDWNT Network ever since, and can't seem to escape no matter how hard he tries. Contact Jason at jason@wdwnt.com.

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We have all seen “Ant-Man And The Wasp″ and we have a lot to say! We give our thoughts, our ratings and go deep into Spoilers. We also discus where we feel “Ant-Man And The Wasp” ranks within the movies of the MCU. Join hosts Joe Hogarty, Jack McCarthy, Eric Lancy and Jay Hart! WDWNT: … Read more

BREAKING: Best Western Lake Buena Vista Hotel at Disney Springs to Add Second Tower

July 13, 2018

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Jason Diffendal

Jason has been a lifelong fan of the Disney parks since his first visit at age 2. His biennial pilgrimages during his childhood accelerated into semi-annual visits by the year 2000, when he also Joined the Disney Vacation Club. Luckily, Jason’s bride-to-be was also a Disney fan, which allowed his infatuation with the Disney parks to continue, and ultimately culminated in their wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion in September 2003. Early in 2007, Jason began his involvement with the planning for what became Celebration 25, the unofficial fan gathering to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Epcot®. Soon thereafter, Jason met Tom Corless at a pin trading meet in New Jersey, and became part of the WDW News Today podcast starting with Episode 17. Jason has been involved with the WDWNT Network ever since, and can't seem to escape no matter how hard he tries. Contact Jason at jason@wdwnt.com.

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According to a permit recently filed with the Orange Country Comptroller’s Office, the Best Western Lake Buena Vista Resort, located in the Disney Springs Resort Area at 2000 Hotel Plaza Blvd., is planning to add another hotel tower to its existing property. As it appears from this aerial view, there is plenty of land around the current … Read more

UPDATE: Passholder Play Time Reservations Now Available For Toy Story Land in September – SOLD OUT

July 11, 2018July 11, 2018

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Jason Diffendal

Jason has been a lifelong fan of the Disney parks since his first visit at age 2. His biennial pilgrimages during his childhood accelerated into semi-annual visits by the year 2000, when he also Joined the Disney Vacation Club. Luckily, Jason’s bride-to-be was also a Disney fan, which allowed his infatuation with the Disney parks to continue, and ultimately culminated in their wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion in September 2003. Early in 2007, Jason began his involvement with the planning for what became Celebration 25, the unofficial fan gathering to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Epcot®. Soon thereafter, Jason met Tom Corless at a pin trading meet in New Jersey, and became part of the WDW News Today podcast starting with Episode 17. Jason has been involved with the WDWNT Network ever since, and can't seem to escape no matter how hard he tries. Contact Jason at jason@wdwnt.com.

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UPDATE: In less than 3 hours, it appears that all available dates in the month of September have been booked by Passholders. Passholder Play Time is now open for reservations on every Tuesday through Saturday in September. Passholders must receive an email invitation in order to sign up. Apparently not all passholders are receiving the … Read more

Fall Into a Season of Fun with the “Ultimate Fall Into Magic Package” for Your Walt Disney World Vacation

July 11, 2018

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Jason Diffendal

Jason has been a lifelong fan of the Disney parks since his first visit at age 2. His biennial pilgrimages during his childhood accelerated into semi-annual visits by the year 2000, when he also Joined the Disney Vacation Club. Luckily, Jason’s bride-to-be was also a Disney fan, which allowed his infatuation with the Disney parks to continue, and ultimately culminated in their wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion in September 2003. Early in 2007, Jason began his involvement with the planning for what became Celebration 25, the unofficial fan gathering to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Epcot®. Soon thereafter, Jason met Tom Corless at a pin trading meet in New Jersey, and became part of the WDW News Today podcast starting with Episode 17. Jason has been involved with the WDWNT Network ever since, and can't seem to escape no matter how hard he tries. Contact Jason at jason@wdwnt.com.

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Ultimate Disney Fall into Magic Package On this special offer, a family of four – 2 adults, 1 junior (ages 10 to 17) and 1 child (ages 3 to 9) – can stay in a standard room at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort with packages starting at of $2,980.* Here’s a peek at what their incredible … Read more

BREAKING: Company-Wide Network Outage Disables FastPass, MaxPass, Apps on Both Coasts

July 6, 2018

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Jason Diffendal

Jason has been a lifelong fan of the Disney parks since his first visit at age 2. His biennial pilgrimages during his childhood accelerated into semi-annual visits by the year 2000, when he also Joined the Disney Vacation Club. Luckily, Jason’s bride-to-be was also a Disney fan, which allowed his infatuation with the Disney parks to continue, and ultimately culminated in their wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion in September 2003. Early in 2007, Jason began his involvement with the planning for what became Celebration 25, the unofficial fan gathering to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Epcot®. Soon thereafter, Jason met Tom Corless at a pin trading meet in New Jersey, and became part of the WDW News Today podcast starting with Episode 17. Jason has been involved with the WDWNT Network ever since, and can't seem to escape no matter how hard he tries. Contact Jason at jason@wdwnt.com.

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A significant company-wide network outage has wreaked havoc with park-goers both at Disneyland and at Walt Disney World. The network outage has disabled the My Disney Experience app as well as the Disneyland app, plus all online reservation systems. It seems as if these outages are becoming more commonplace in the past few months, but … Read more

REVIEW: D23 Celebrates Pixar Pier Gold Member Exclusive Event With Imagineer-Led Tour

June 29, 2018

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Jason Diffendal

Jason has been a lifelong fan of the Disney parks since his first visit at age 2. His biennial pilgrimages during his childhood accelerated into semi-annual visits by the year 2000, when he also Joined the Disney Vacation Club. Luckily, Jason’s bride-to-be was also a Disney fan, which allowed his infatuation with the Disney parks to continue, and ultimately culminated in their wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion in September 2003. Early in 2007, Jason began his involvement with the planning for what became Celebration 25, the unofficial fan gathering to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Epcot®. Soon thereafter, Jason met Tom Corless at a pin trading meet in New Jersey, and became part of the WDW News Today podcast starting with Episode 17. Jason has been involved with the WDWNT Network ever since, and can't seem to escape no matter how hard he tries. Contact Jason at jason@wdwnt.com.

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Earlier this week I wrote at length about the Pixar Pier Premiere event, a $299 “exclusive, VIP-style premiere event” that in fact wasn’t really exclusive or VIP-style at all. Today’s review covers the D23 Gold-Members-Only “D23 Celebrates Pixar Pier” event that took place on the morning of Sunday, June 24th (the day after Pixar Pier … Read more

New Concept Art Released for Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

June 29, 2018June 29, 2018

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Jason has been a lifelong fan of the Disney parks since his first visit at age 2. His biennial pilgrimages during his childhood accelerated into semi-annual visits by the year 2000, when he also Joined the Disney Vacation Club. Luckily, Jason’s bride-to-be was also a Disney fan, which allowed his infatuation with the Disney parks to continue, and ultimately culminated in their wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion in September 2003. Early in 2007, Jason began his involvement with the planning for what became Celebration 25, the unofficial fan gathering to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Epcot®. Soon thereafter, Jason met Tom Corless at a pin trading meet in New Jersey, and became part of the WDW News Today podcast starting with Episode 17. Jason has been involved with the WDWNT Network ever since, and can't seem to escape no matter how hard he tries. Contact Jason at jason@wdwnt.com.

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Disney has released a few more images from the new Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway currently under construction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Thanks to Twitter user @ScottFaisFun for posting these pictures. The first image is a scene from the attraction where Mickey and Minnie animatronics in their own car will be riding alongside your ride … Read more

BREAKING: Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy to Debut at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 2019

June 29, 2018June 29, 2018

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Jason has been a lifelong fan of the Disney parks since his first visit at age 2. His biennial pilgrimages during his childhood accelerated into semi-annual visits by the year 2000, when he also Joined the Disney Vacation Club. Luckily, Jason’s bride-to-be was also a Disney fan, which allowed his infatuation with the Disney parks to continue, and ultimately culminated in their wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion in September 2003. Early in 2007, Jason began his involvement with the planning for what became Celebration 25, the unofficial fan gathering to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Epcot®. Soon thereafter, Jason met Tom Corless at a pin trading meet in New Jersey, and became part of the WDW News Today podcast starting with Episode 17. Jason has been involved with the WDWNT Network ever since, and can't seem to escape no matter how hard he tries. Contact Jason at jason@wdwnt.com.

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A new show is set to debut at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 2019 called “Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy.” Announced today at a press event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy will be an “Up Close Experience” with Lightning McQueen, Cruz Ramirez, and Tow Mater, according to Senior Vice President at Walt Disney Imagineering, … Read more

REVIEW: Disney’s Controversial $299 Pixar Pier Premiere Event at Disney California Adventure

July 26, 2018June 27, 2018

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Jason Diffendal

Jason has been a lifelong fan of the Disney parks since his first visit at age 2. His biennial pilgrimages during his childhood accelerated into semi-annual visits by the year 2000, when he also Joined the Disney Vacation Club. Luckily, Jason’s bride-to-be was also a Disney fan, which allowed his infatuation with the Disney parks to continue, and ultimately culminated in their wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion in September 2003. Early in 2007, Jason began his involvement with the planning for what became Celebration 25, the unofficial fan gathering to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Epcot®. Soon thereafter, Jason met Tom Corless at a pin trading meet in New Jersey, and became part of the WDW News Today podcast starting with Episode 17. Jason has been involved with the WDWNT Network ever since, and can't seem to escape no matter how hard he tries. Contact Jason at jason@wdwnt.com.

Pixar Pier Premiere Back in May, Disney announced a special hard-ticketed event to celebrate the opening of Pixar Pier. Dubbed the “Pixar Pier Premiere,” this event took place on Friday June 22, the day before Pixar Pier officially opened to the public. Of course, WDWNT was there to cover this event and get you the … Read more

VIDEO: First Look at New Incredibles Float Joining Paint the Night Parade This Weekend at Disney California Adventure

June 20, 2018

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Jason Diffendal

Jason has been a lifelong fan of the Disney parks since his first visit at age 2. His biennial pilgrimages during his childhood accelerated into semi-annual visits by the year 2000, when he also Joined the Disney Vacation Club. Luckily, Jason’s bride-to-be was also a Disney fan, which allowed his infatuation with the Disney parks to continue, and ultimately culminated in their wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion in September 2003. Early in 2007, Jason began his involvement with the planning for what became Celebration 25, the unofficial fan gathering to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Epcot®. Soon thereafter, Jason met Tom Corless at a pin trading meet in New Jersey, and became part of the WDW News Today podcast starting with Episode 17. Jason has been involved with the WDWNT Network ever since, and can't seem to escape no matter how hard he tries. Contact Jason at jason@wdwnt.com.

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The Disney Parks Blog has just revealed a look behind the scenes at the creation of the new Incredibles float set to debut at in the Paint the Night Parade at Disney California Adventure on June 23rd, when Pixar Pier celebrates its grand opening. Watch the video for the full … Read more

Flamingo Crossings To Add Four New Hotels; Construction Set To Begin Soon

June 12, 2018

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Jason Diffendal

Jason has been a lifelong fan of the Disney parks since his first visit at age 2. His biennial pilgrimages during his childhood accelerated into semi-annual visits by the year 2000, when he also Joined the Disney Vacation Club. Luckily, Jason’s bride-to-be was also a Disney fan, which allowed his infatuation with the Disney parks to continue, and ultimately culminated in their wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion in September 2003. Early in 2007, Jason began his involvement with the planning for what became Celebration 25, the unofficial fan gathering to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Epcot®. Soon thereafter, Jason met Tom Corless at a pin trading meet in New Jersey, and became part of the WDW News Today podcast starting with Episode 17. Jason has been involved with the WDWNT Network ever since, and can't seem to escape no matter how hard he tries. Contact Jason at jason@wdwnt.com.

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Yesterday, Orlando Hotel Group LLC filed an application with the South Florida Water Management District to build four new hotels on parcels it owns at Flamingo Crossings, the development west of Walt Disney World at the end of Western Way where it crosses State Route 429 (Western Beltway). The location of these four hotels can be … Read more

Silver and Weekday Select Passholder Blockout Dates Changing; Gold and Platinum Bring-A-Friend Days in June

June 7, 2018

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Jason Diffendal

Jason has been a lifelong fan of the Disney parks since his first visit at age 2. His biennial pilgrimages during his childhood accelerated into semi-annual visits by the year 2000, when he also Joined the Disney Vacation Club. Luckily, Jason’s bride-to-be was also a Disney fan, which allowed his infatuation with the Disney parks to continue, and ultimately culminated in their wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion in September 2003. Early in 2007, Jason began his involvement with the planning for what became Celebration 25, the unofficial fan gathering to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Epcot®. Soon thereafter, Jason met Tom Corless at a pin trading meet in New Jersey, and became part of the WDW News Today podcast starting with Episode 17. Jason has been involved with the WDWNT Network ever since, and can't seem to escape no matter how hard he tries. Contact Jason at jason@wdwnt.com.

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Passholders received an email today with some important news ahead of the opening of Toy Story Land on June 30th. First, Silver and Weekday Select blockout dates have been removed for the rest of June until Toy Story Land opens: Experience extra time! Silver and Weekday Select* Passholders, we’re excited to invite you to enjoy … Read more

New Mugs Debut at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at the Disneyland Hotel

June 6, 2018

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Jason Diffendal

Jason has been a lifelong fan of the Disney parks since his first visit at age 2. His biennial pilgrimages during his childhood accelerated into semi-annual visits by the year 2000, when he also Joined the Disney Vacation Club. Luckily, Jason’s bride-to-be was also a Disney fan, which allowed his infatuation with the Disney parks to continue, and ultimately culminated in their wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion in September 2003. Early in 2007, Jason began his involvement with the planning for what became Celebration 25, the unofficial fan gathering to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Epcot®. Soon thereafter, Jason met Tom Corless at a pin trading meet in New Jersey, and became part of the WDW News Today podcast starting with Episode 17. Jason has been involved with the WDWNT Network ever since, and can't seem to escape no matter how hard he tries. Contact Jason at jason@wdwnt.com.

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Today Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar debuted two new mugs sure to make collectors swoon! First is a new version of the Uh-Oa! at $58. And a new mug for the Piranha Pool at $37. It’s nice that they are on the ball and have updated menus with the images of the new mugs ready at … Read more

UPDATE: Walt Disney World Website and My Disney Experience Mobile App Access Restored

June 5, 2018

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Jason Diffendal

Jason has been a lifelong fan of the Disney parks since his first visit at age 2. His biennial pilgrimages during his childhood accelerated into semi-annual visits by the year 2000, when he also Joined the Disney Vacation Club. Luckily, Jason’s bride-to-be was also a Disney fan, which allowed his infatuation with the Disney parks to continue, and ultimately culminated in their wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion in September 2003. Early in 2007, Jason began his involvement with the planning for what became Celebration 25, the unofficial fan gathering to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Epcot®. Soon thereafter, Jason met Tom Corless at a pin trading meet in New Jersey, and became part of the WDW News Today podcast starting with Episode 17. Jason has been involved with the WDWNT Network ever since, and can't seem to escape no matter how hard he tries. Contact Jason at jason@wdwnt.com.

UPDATE: The site and app are now accessible. We're happy to report that our systems are back and operational! pic.twitter.com/o1BgZvEzbx — Walt Disney World Today (@WDWToday) June 5, 2018 According to a tweet from @WDWToday, the Walt Disney World website and My Disney Experience app are completely down and unavailable at this time. Walt … Read more

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