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Pirates of the Caribbean Will Close in Early 2018 to Change Redhead Auction Scene

November 8, 2017

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Tom has been regularly visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort from the time he was 4 months old. While he has made countless visits in the last 28 years, he did not become a truly active member in the Disney fan community until the summer of 2007, when he decided to launch the WDW News Today website and podcast. Tom has since become an Orlando-local and is a published author on Walt Disney World. Contact Tom at tom@wdwnt.com.

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Pirates of the Caribbean at the Magic Kingdom will close in early 2018 for a refurbishment which will include controversial changes to the Auction scene of the ride. The attraction will be closed February 26th to March 18th, 2018, reopening on March 19th, 2018 with the new scene. The new auction scene will feature an … Read more

TONIGHT on WDW News Tonight (11/8/17) – The Math Game, Ranking Epcot Table and Quick Service Restaurants, & More!

November 8, 2017

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Tom Corless

Tom has been regularly visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort from the time he was 4 months old. While he has made countless visits in the last 28 years, he did not become a truly active member in the Disney fan community until the summer of 2007, when he decided to launch the WDW News Today website and podcast. Tom has since become an Orlando-local and is a published author on Walt Disney World. Contact Tom at tom@wdwnt.com.

TONIGHT on WDW News Tonight (11/8/17) – The Math Game, Ranking Epcot Table and Quick Service Restaurants, & More!

Tonight! The Math Game is back, we’re ranking every restaurant at Epcot, and the Hall of Presidents still isn’t open. If you are in the Orlando area, you can tune in to 105.5 FM or AM 1520 WBZW at showtime. For those outside of the Orlando area, the show can be watched via video stream … Read more

REVIEW: “Let It Glow” Frozen Vodka Drink, Flurry of Fun at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

July 13, 2018November 8, 2017

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Tom Corless

Tom has been regularly visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort from the time he was 4 months old. While he has made countless visits in the last 28 years, he did not become a truly active member in the Disney fan community until the summer of 2007, when he decided to launch the WDW News Today website and podcast. Tom has since become an Orlando-local and is a published author on Walt Disney World. Contact Tom at tom@wdwnt.com.

Anaheim Produce on Sunset Boulevard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has some seasonal offerings on the menu right now as well for the Flurry of Fun, including an alcoholic option… Let It Glow ($12.25) Frozen Blue Raspberry with Svedka Vodka and a Light-Up Glow Cube Yet again, we have another item that looks absolutely nothing like … Read more

REVIEW: Winterberry Cooler & Sugar-Frosted Fruit Bites, Flurry of Fun at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

July 16, 2018November 8, 2017

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Tom Corless

Tom has been regularly visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort from the time he was 4 months old. While he has made countless visits in the last 28 years, he did not become a truly active member in the Disney fan community until the summer of 2007, when he decided to launch the WDW News Today website and podcast. Tom has since become an Orlando-local and is a published author on Walt Disney World. Contact Tom at tom@wdwnt.com.

The pretzel cart near The Great Movie Ride… I mean, the soon to be Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway is currently serving two holiday offerings for the Flurry of Fun: a Winterberry Cooler and Sugar-Frosted Fruit Bites. Look at the false advertising in this ad: the bag is overflowing with fruit bites. Just wait until … Read more

RUMOR: The Hall of Presidents at the Magic Kingdom to Remain Closed Into 2018

November 8, 2017

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Tom Corless

Tom has been regularly visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort from the time he was 4 months old. While he has made countless visits in the last 28 years, he did not become a truly active member in the Disney fan community until the summer of 2007, when he decided to launch the WDW News Today website and podcast. Tom has since become an Orlando-local and is a published author on Walt Disney World. Contact Tom at tom@wdwnt.com.

RUMOR: The Hall of Presidents at the Magic Kingdom to Remain Closed Into 2018

Here we are one year after the Presidential Election and the Hall of Presidents attraction at the Magic Kingdom still remains closed. In fairness, Disney said it would open before the end of 2017, however, that is looking less and less likely at this point. According to guest relations cast members at the front of … Read more

New Jungle Cruise and Big Thunder Mountain Art by NOAH Being Released at Disneyland

November 7, 2017

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Tom Corless

Tom has been regularly visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort from the time he was 4 months old. While he has made countless visits in the last 28 years, he did not become a truly active member in the Disney fan community until the summer of 2007, when he decided to launch the WDW News Today website and podcast. Tom has since become an Orlando-local and is a published author on Walt Disney World. Contact Tom at tom@wdwnt.com.

New Jungle Cruise and Big Thunder Mountain Art by NOAH Being Released at Disneyland

Noah will be representing his new Disney Parks Edition “Kid in Me” artwork at Disneyana, Main Street USA, Disneyland Park on November 18th-19th, 2017, appearing from noon until 4pm on both days. A fan favorite at Disney’s galleries, Noah will debut his newest pieces: “The 8th Wonder of the world…the backside of water!” and “Growing … Read more

REVIEW: Apple Cranberry Cobbler and Cookies ‘N’ Cream Olaf Sundae at Hollywood Scoops, Disney’s Hollywood Studios

July 16, 2018November 7, 2017

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Tom Corless

Tom has been regularly visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort from the time he was 4 months old. While he has made countless visits in the last 28 years, he did not become a truly active member in the Disney fan community until the summer of 2007, when he decided to launch the WDW News Today website and podcast. Tom has since become an Orlando-local and is a published author on Walt Disney World. Contact Tom at tom@wdwnt.com.

Hollywood Scoops on Sunset Boulevard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is now offering two holiday specials for the Flurry of Fun: an Apple Cranberry Cobbler and an Olaf Sundae. Apple Cranberry Cobbler ($4.29) The apple cranberry cobbler is quite good if you enjoy such things. It was served nice and warm in a metal tin, featuring … Read more

CONCEPT ART, VIDEO: Disney Shares New Details on Coronado Springs and Yacht & Beach Club Expansions

July 13, 2018November 7, 2017

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Tom Corless

Tom has been regularly visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort from the time he was 4 months old. While he has made countless visits in the last 28 years, he did not become a truly active member in the Disney fan community until the summer of 2007, when he decided to launch the WDW News Today website and podcast. Tom has since become an Orlando-local and is a published author on Walt Disney World. Contact Tom at tom@wdwnt.com.

CONCEPT ART, VIDEO: Disney Shares New Details on Coronado Springs and Yacht & Beach Club Expansions

Over the next 24 months, the convention centers at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort and Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts will be transformed to make them even more appealing to meeting, conference, convention planners, and their attendees. Disney recently shared some new details on these two expansions. Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Already underway, the expansion … Read more

REVIEW: Alcoholic Hot Cocoa Flight and Red Velvet Whoopie Pie, Fairfax Fare at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

July 13, 2018November 7, 2017

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Tom Corless

Tom has been regularly visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort from the time he was 4 months old. While he has made countless visits in the last 28 years, he did not become a truly active member in the Disney fan community until the summer of 2007, when he decided to launch the WDW News Today website and podcast. Tom has since become an Orlando-local and is a published author on Walt Disney World. Contact Tom at tom@wdwnt.com.

New for the Flurry of Fun this holiday season at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is a selection of sweet treats at Fairfax Fare on Sunset Boulevard. Guests will find three alcoholic hot chocolates for sale, in both individual servings or all together in a flight, as well as Red Velvet Whoopie Pies shaped like Christmas trees! … Read more

Stitch’s Great Escape Returns for Christmas Season at the Magic Kingdom

November 7, 2017

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Tom Corless

Tom has been regularly visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort from the time he was 4 months old. While he has made countless visits in the last 28 years, he did not become a truly active member in the Disney fan community until the summer of 2007, when he decided to launch the WDW News Today website and podcast. Tom has since become an Orlando-local and is a published author on Walt Disney World. Contact Tom at tom@wdwnt.com.

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Stitch’s Great Escape in Tomorrowland at the Magic Kingdom will return to operation just for the busy holiday season. The attraction will be open from December 23rd, 2017, through January 6th, 2018 from 10am to 6pm daily. Until then, guests can experience Stitch’s Alien Encounter Character Greeting in the show’s lobby.

Carousel of Progress Featured in 2017 Christmas Party Card for Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom

November 6, 2017

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Tom Corless

Tom has been regularly visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort from the time he was 4 months old. While he has made countless visits in the last 28 years, he did not become a truly active member in the Disney fan community until the summer of 2007, when he decided to launch the WDW News Today website and podcast. Tom has since become an Orlando-local and is a published author on Walt Disney World. Contact Tom at tom@wdwnt.com.

Carousel of Progress Featured in 2017 Christmas Party Card for Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party returns to Magic Kingdom Park November 9, and this year Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom fans can pick up a special Carousel of Progress-inspired game card on party nights. This year’s party-exclusive card, “Rover’s Christmas Carousel of Progress” features trusty companion Rover from Carousel of Progress. According to Imagineer Jonathan … Read more

BREAKING: 21st Century Fox In Talks to Sell Company to Disney

November 6, 2017

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Tom Corless

Tom has been regularly visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort from the time he was 4 months old. While he has made countless visits in the last 28 years, he did not become a truly active member in the Disney fan community until the summer of 2007, when he decided to launch the WDW News Today website and podcast. Tom has since become an Orlando-local and is a published author on Walt Disney World. Contact Tom at tom@wdwnt.com.

BREAKING: 21st Century Fox In Talks to Sell Company to Disney

According to CNBC: 21st Century Fox has been holding talks to sell most of the company to Walt Disney Co., leaving behind a media company tightly focused on news and sports, according to people familiar with the situation. The talks have taken place over the last few weeks and there is no certainty they will … Read more

Speedway Gas Station Near Disney’s Boardwalk Closed for Maintenance for Two Weeks

November 6, 2017

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Tom has been regularly visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort from the time he was 4 months old. While he has made countless visits in the last 28 years, he did not become a truly active member in the Disney fan community until the summer of 2007, when he decided to launch the WDW News Today website and podcast. Tom has since become an Orlando-local and is a published author on Walt Disney World. Contact Tom at tom@wdwnt.com.

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Due to regular maintenance, the Speedway gas station located near Disney’s BoardWalk Resort will be temporarily beginning November 5th. The project is currently expected to take approximately two weeks to complete, with plans to reopen the station on November 19th. During this temporary closure, the other Walt Disney World Speedway gas stations at the Car … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Sunset Seasons Greetings Holiday Show Debuts at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

November 5, 2017

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Tom has been regularly visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort from the time he was 4 months old. While he has made countless visits in the last 28 years, he did not become a truly active member in the Disney fan community until the summer of 2007, when he decided to launch the WDW News Today website and podcast. Tom has since become an Orlando-local and is a published author on Walt Disney World. Contact Tom at tom@wdwnt.com.

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Sunset Seasons Greetings Holiday Show Debuts at Disney's Hollywood Studios

Tonight, during a special Annual Passholder event, Sunset Seasons Greetings at Disney’s Hollywood Studios debuted. The show consists of 4 short vignettes with Disney characters combining projections on the facade of the Tower of Terror, giant screens, and some synchronized lights in the decorations and on trees going down Sunset Boulevard. Below, you’ll find a … Read more

Annual Passholder Previews of Sunset Seasons Greetings Begin Today at Hollywood Studios

November 16, 2017November 5, 2017

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Tom Corless

Tom has been regularly visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort from the time he was 4 months old. While he has made countless visits in the last 28 years, he did not become a truly active member in the Disney fan community until the summer of 2007, when he decided to launch the WDW News Today website and podcast. Tom has since become an Orlando-local and is a published author on Walt Disney World. Contact Tom at tom@wdwnt.com.

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Disney’s Hollywood Studios is hosting an annual passholder exclusive preview of their new “Flurry of Fun” beginning tonight, November 5th, 2017. The preview event takes place 8:30-9:30PM and primarily features the all-new Sunset Seasons Greetings experience. Passholders will also have access to the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and Rock ‘ N’ Roller Coaster during … Read more

PHOTO: Hollywood Toy Hotel Projection In Use on Tower of Terror at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

November 3, 2017

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Tom Corless

Tom has been regularly visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort from the time he was 4 months old. While he has made countless visits in the last 28 years, he did not become a truly active member in the Disney fan community until the summer of 2007, when he decided to launch the WDW News Today website and podcast. Tom has since become an Orlando-local and is a published author on Walt Disney World. Contact Tom at tom@wdwnt.com.

PHOTO: Hollywood Toy Hotel Projection In Use on Tower of Terror at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Tonight, for a special filming featuring the band Hanson, the Hollywood Toy Hotel projection landed on the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror for the first time. This will be just a small part of Sunset Seasons Greetings at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, debuting November 9th.

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