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PHOTO REPORT: Epcot 5/25/16 (New Norway Restrooms, ImageWorks Lounge, ETC.)

May 25, 2016

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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.

WDWNT Reporter Dirk Wallen (and our good friends Chris and Elizabeth Chatron) recently visited Epcot and have some newsworthy photos to share with us from their journeys, so let’s take a look at what’s new and exciting: Soarin’ will reopen for a limited run on Friday leading into Soarin’ Around the World Work is wrapping … Read more

VIDEO: New Toy Story “Green Army Men Boot Camp” Show Debuts at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

May 24, 2016

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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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With the opening of the 3rd track for Toy Story Midway Mania today, Disney also introduced a new Toy Story “Green Army Men” Boot Camp show in PIXAR Place, right near where the new track of the ride exits (and where guests can preview the fun to come in Toy Story Land). The new show … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Complete Walk-through NEW 3rd Track at Toy Story Midway Mania at Hollywood Studios

May 24, 2016May 24, 2016

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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.

The world has anxiously been awaiting the addition of another track to Toy Story Midway Mania at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for years now, not wanting to wait in the often incredibly long line that the attraction would boast most days of the year. Well, this afternoon the 3rd track finally opened (a few days early) … Read more

CONFIRMED: The Muppets Are Getting Their Own Restaurant at Hollywood Studios – “Pizza Rizzo”

July 18, 2018May 23, 2016

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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.

When Pizza Planet’s nearly year-long closure at Disney’s Hollywood Studios was announced, we speculated that the Muppets might be taking over the long-standing fast food pizza joint. Well, it’s officially happening now… Opening in late-2016, guests can experience “Pizza Rizzo” in the Muppets Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The restaurant will continue to operate as … Read more

REVIEW: B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. at Disney Springs Offers Great Eats, But Zero Seats

July 18, 2018May 23, 2016

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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.

B.B. Wolf’s Ssausage Co. recently opened along the Village Causeway at Disney Springs, offering a variety of sausage based dishes as you might guess. The establishment is name after the Big Bad Wolf of Disney fame, who spent his cartoon life chasing the Three Little Pigs around various animated shorts produced by Walt Disney. 5 … Read more

Disneyland Celebrating 50 Years of “it’s a small world” on 5/26

May 23, 2016May 23, 2016

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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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Join Disneyland in celebrating 50 magical years of “it’s a small world” at Disneyland Park! On May 26, 2016 be sure to find special ”it’s a small world” Limited Edition pins at Pin Traders in the Downtown Disney District and Store Command in Tomorrowland inside Disneyland Park. Disney has not announced if they will be celebrating in any ways beyond … Read more

More Details on Animal Kingdom’s 1st Nighttime Show: Jungle Book – Alive with Magic

March 4, 2019May 21, 2016

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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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With reservations opening today for the dining package that offers viewing, Disney has dropped many more details on the Jungle Book: Alive with Magic nighttime spectacular: Enter a wild world of wonder, one inspired by sights and sounds from The Jungle Book and timeless Indian celebrations! Beginning May 28, 2016, gather your friends and family … Read more

RUMOR: Disney California Adventure to Offer $450 FROZEN Show Premium Package

July 18, 2018May 20, 2016

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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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Premium packages are becoming a pretty common thing at the Disney Parks these days, but now it sounds as if a $450 premium package is coming to California Adventure to celebrate the arrival of Frozen- Live at the Hyperion on May 27th. According to sources, the package would include a 5-course meal at Carthay Circle … Read more

FULL BREAKDOWN: Opening Dates Announced for Jungle Book, Frozen Attractions, Star Wars Fireworks, and More

March 4, 2019May 20, 2016

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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 today announced opening dates for all of their “Awaken Summer” offerings, so here is a full breakdown – MAY 27TH – Kilimanjaro Safaris nighttime safaris, Tree of Life Awakenings, Tiffins Restaurant & Nomad Lounge Beginning May 27, the park will awaken at night with new rich experiences under the stars. There’s an exciting lineup … Read more

BREAKING: Full Tiffins and Nomad Lounge Menu Revealed; Jungle Book Dining Package Announced

July 18, 2018May 20, 2016

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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 today announced the full menu for Tiffins and Nomad Lounge at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, opening May 27th, 2016. Open for both lunch and dinner, Tiffins is situated near Pizzafari on Discovery Island, near what will be the entrance to Pandora – The World of AVATAR, when it opens in 2017. Adjacent to Tiffins, Nomad … Read more

BREAKING: Original Soarin’ Returns to Epcot for a Limited Time; Soarin’ Around the World Opens June 17th

May 22, 2016May 20, 2016

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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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Epcot guests can enjoy farewell flights when the classic Soarin’ returns to The Land pavilion in Future World starting May 27. The attraction reopens at Epcot in Walt Disney World Resort before the new film, Soarin’ Around the World, debuts next month at Disney parks in Shanghai, California and Florida. Disney FastPass+ service will be available … Read more

Pangani Forest Exploration Trail at Animal Kingdom Getting a New Name 5/27, More Announcements Tomorrow

March 4, 2019May 19, 2016

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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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Pangani Forest Exploration Trail at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be getting a new name on Friday, May 27th, 2016: Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail. No major changes are expected at the trail, but the name change is part of the ongoing re-imagining of Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park, which includes the addition of nighttime offerings, also … Read more

TONIGHT on WDW News Tonight (5/18/16) – Disney Springs Review, Josh of EasyWDW.com, Resort Dining, & More!

July 19, 2018May 18, 2016

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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.

Tonight on WDW News Tonight, we review every restaurant and shop in the new Disney Springs – Town Center, we play Disney Parks Pursuit, and we talk the best and worst dining at Walt Disney World’s resort hotels with guest Josh of EasyWDW.com… WDW News Tonight is hosted by Tom Corless and Nick LoCicero, former … Read more

REVIEW, PHOTOS, VIDEO: “Ample Hills Creamery” Ice Cream Shop Opens on the Boardwalk; Is It Worth The Price?

May 18, 2016

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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.

Ample Hills Creamery opened this past weekend as the latest resident of Disney’s Boardwalk. The new specialty ice cream shop replaces the ESPN Yard Arcade and fills the void left by the closure of Seashore Sweets (which is now set to become part of the AbracadaBAR and Flying Fish). Ample Hills operates a location in … Read more

Trail’s End Introducing Weekend-Only Brunch Buffet, First Look at Full Menu

May 18, 2016

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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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Beginning May 21st, Trail’s End at Fort Wilderness will begin offering a weekend brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 7:30AM until 2:00PM. This brunch will feature the usual breakfast buffet plus some additions. Here’s the menu” Hot Foods Scrambled Eggs Bacon Sausage Hash brown potatoes Canadian Bacon Benedict Pasta (Veg-pesto) Mix Vegetables Fried Chicken Baked … Read more

DINOSAUR at Animal Kingdom to Be Closed for 2 Months This Summer

March 4, 2019May 18, 2016

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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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Rivers of Light is delayed and Pandora: The World of AVATAR might be a year away, but Animal Kingdom is taking down one of it’s headlining attractions for 2 months this summer. DINOSAUR will be closed July 25th until September 29th, 2016. The ride has seen a number of broken effects over the last few … Read more

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