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PHOTOS: Splitsville Encloses Upper Floor Patio for New Dining Experience at Disney Springs

July 13, 2018May 10, 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: Splitsville Encloses Upper Floor Patio for New Dining Experience at Disney Springs

Splitsville Luxury Lanes has been a hotspot since it opened 5 years ago at Disney Springs, offering bowling with a surprisingly good food and drink menu to boot. With more guests than ever visiting Disney Springs now, they embarked on a major remodeling project recently. Well, today we got to see exactly what they were … Read more

REVIEW: Gaston’s Tavern at the Magic Kingdom Introduces Macaron Dessert Trios

July 13, 2018May 10, 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.

REVIEW: Gaston's Tavern at the Magic Kingdom Introduces Macaron Dessert Trios

In the 5 years it has existed, Gaston’s Tavern in Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom has seemingly had an endless number of offerings come and go. From pork shanks and beef stew, to specialty hot chocolate and cupcakes, there are many items that came and left at the Beauty and the Beast-themed eatery. The latest … Read more

REVIEW: Drinks, Dessert, and Charm are on the Menu at Pongu Pongu in Pandora – The World of AVATAR

March 4, 2019May 10, 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.

While visiting Pandora: The World of AVATAR during our special preview, we did get to drink and grab a dessert from the Pongu Pongu kiosk. Quench your thirst the Pandoran way at an otherworldly pit-stop offering Na’vi-inspired refreshment. Are your expeditions at Avatar Flight of Passage and Na’vi River Journey leaving you parched? Hike to … Read more

Tickets Now On Sale for 2017 Magic Kingdom Halloween and Christmas Party Events, Prices Announced

May 10, 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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Tickets are finally on sale starting today for the Magic Kingdom’s annual hard-ticket holiday events. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will start earlier than ever this year, with parties running on Aug. 25 & 29; Sept. 1, 7, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26 & 29; Oct. 1, 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, … Read more

Caribbean Beach Resort Introduces Breakfast and Dinner Buffet for Hotel Guests

July 14, 2018May 9, 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 Caribbean Beach Resort is now offering a breakfast and dinner buffet (called the Centertown Buffet) while extensive work is done to the existing Old Port Royale restaurants. Centertown Buffet is for Caribbean Beach resort guests only. Supposedly, cast members will scan MagicBands to verify that guests are staying at the resort. For breakfast, adult … Read more

PHOTOS: First Look Inside New Counter Service Location at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

July 13, 2018May 9, 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.

PHOTOS: First Look Inside New Counter Service Location at Disney's Yacht Club Resort

As part of the ongoing remodeling of Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts, the Fittings and Fairings shop in the Yacht Club is being converted into a new counter service dining location. It is unknown when the location will open, but it appears it may be just in time for the Summer season. The menu … Read more

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Introducing 4th of July Barbecue Event

July 13, 2018May 9, 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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New for 2017, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will offer a special cookout-style event with a menu featuring grilled steak, shrimp, and other favorites along with specialty alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Desserts will be served at the end of the evening in the Marina, where guests can enjoy views of Cinderella Castle and the … Read more

VIDEO: Rocket Raccoon Takes Over Disneyland Resort Ads to Promote Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission Breakout

May 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.

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Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission Breakout opens May 27th at Disney California Adventure and Rocket Raccoon needs you help! That must be why he’s taking over the often-heartwarming ads for the Disneyland Resort… Rocket has also broken into the Disneyland Facebook page to make sure his message is seen. I wouldn’t be surprised if … Read more

REVIEW: Initial Thoughts from Inside Pandora – The World of AVATAR at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

March 4, 2019May 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.

On Saturday evening, I was lucky enough to be invited by a friend to a cast member preview of Pandora: The World of AVATAR at Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park. While not yet open to the public, there are a series of previews for certain types of guests between now and the May 27th grand … Read more

WDWNT.com Celebrates The Final Wishes and the Debut of Happily Ever After with a Week of Special Events Starting Tonight!

May 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.

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This week, perhaps the most-beloved fireworks extravaganza of all-time is saying goodbye and the most technologically advanced to date will debut at the Magic Kingdom, and WDWNT.com will be celebrating all week long with special content! Here’s the schedule: Back to the Future LIVE!: Wishes and the History of Magic Kingdom Fireworks Spectaculars – Monday, May … Read more

VIDEO: Take a Tour of Pandora – The World of AVATAR, including Full Ride on the Navi River Journey

March 4, 2019May 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.

Yesterday evening, we were lucky enough to gain access to a special cast member preview of Pandora: The World of AVATAR at Disney’s animal Kingdom theme park. While we are still putting together out thoughts on what we experienced, we do have three videos from the planet to share with you now… First up, a … Read more

PHOTO: First Look at New Colored Parking Trams Arriving at Walt Disney World Theme Parks

March 4, 2019May 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.

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Quite a few months ago, Walt Disney World finally announced that they had purchased new parking trams to transport guests in their theme park parking lots. We of course had spotted the trams long before this, just sitting around in the Transportation and Ticket Center parking lot long before this, but where awaiting the debut … Read more

Disney is Surveying Epcot Guests About Figment, May Impact Character’s Future in Park Overhaul

November 23, 2017May 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.

Disney is Surveying Epcot Guests About Figment, May Impact Character's Future in Park Overhaul

General park surveys at Walt Disney World aren’t uncommon, in fact, you’ll see Disney research cast members out and about on the daily recruiting guests to take these upon their return home. Interestingly enough, the general surveys about Epcot that guests are receiving now include a questionnaire about the park’s mascot, Figment. Figment is a … Read more

Modified Monorail Routes Around the Magic Kingdom Happening on Select Dates Throughout May

May 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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The Walt Disney World Monorail system routes around the Magic Kingdom will be operating a little differently on several dates through the end of May 2017. On these dates, the Resort Monorail will travel between Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Magic Kingdom. It will not stop at the Transportation and Ticket Center … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Baby Groot & Star Lord of MARVEL’s Guardians of the Galaxy Now Meeting Guests at Walt Disney World

December 1, 2017May 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: Baby Groot & Star Lord of MARVEL's Guardians of the Galaxy Now Meeting Guests at Walt Disney World

This morning, a new meet and greet experience debuted at Disney’s Hollywood Studios featuring Star Lord and Baby Groot from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, which of course also opened today in theaters. The meet and greet is located inside Walt Disney: One Man’s Dream, replacing what was the Moana meet and greet experience. … Read more

Things I Miss (Retired Attractions, Shows, and Events) At Disney’s Hollywood Studios – Tom’s Top 7

May 4, 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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Welcome to another edition of Tom’s Top 7, a continuing countdown of my favorite (and occasionally, least favorite) things at the Disney Parks around the globe. Why seven? Brakes, brakes… WHERE ARE THE BRAKES?!? As we celebrate Disney’s Hollywood Studios Appreciation Week here at WDWNT.com, I couldn’t help but get swept up in nostalgia for … Read more

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