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RUMOR: Is Disney Nearing a Deal with Universal for MARVEL Theme Park Rights?

April 27, 2015

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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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When Disney purchased MARVEL in 2009, the first question every theme park fan had was “What does this mean for MARVEL at Universal’s Islands of Adventure and can Disney build MARVEL attractions at Walt Disney World?” In the 6 years since then, we have come to learn that the contract Universal and MARVEL etched out … Read more

Super Hero Headquarters to Open by May 1st, Avengers Vinylmation Being Released

April 26, 2015April 25, 2015

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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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The new Super Hero Headquarters store at Downtown Disney’s West Side will be open by May 1st, just as The Avengers: Age of Ultron opens in theaters. To celebrate the opening, Avengers Vinylmation are being released on May 1st at the new store: Disney Design Group Artist, Thomas Scott, will be on hand for a … Read more

Dirk Wallen’s 4/24/15 Magic Kingdom Photo Report

April 24, 2015April 24, 2015

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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 (and “2, 5, & 7 seconds” enthusiast) Dirk Wallen visited the Magic Kingdom this week dn has some newsworthy photos to share with us from his trip: Work has now begun on the front section of the central hub The new control towers flanked by castle turrets are going up as well Goodbye … Read more

PHOTOS & VIDEO: Digital Movie Posters and New Digital Projectors Installed at The Great Movie Ride

April 22, 2015

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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 we wait for the full roll-out of the Turner Classic Movies overlay coming to the Great Movie Ride at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, some elements of the rehab have already been installed and are in use now: While not turned on yet, the new digital movie posters in the queue are installed Some new logos … Read more

PHOTOS & REVIEW: Tomorrowland Movie Preview Opens at Epcot Replacing Captain EO

April 20, 2015

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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 sneak peek of the upcoming Disney film TOMORROWLAND began at Epcot’s Imagination! pavilion over the weekend: Captain EO was removed from the main sign and replaced with simply “Magic Eye Theater” The strange stripe on the back wall was replaced with concept art for the film You can clearly see where the Captain EO … Read more

Frozen Summer Fun Premium Package Being Offered Again

April 15, 2015

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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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Reservations for the Frozen Summer Fun Premium Package (which was introduced last year) are now available for dates from June 17 to September 7. The offerings are about the same as 2014, but there is no event pin gift this time. Each Frozen Summer Fun Premium Package includes: See Anna and Elsa in the reserved … Read more

Disneyland Releases Tons of New Details on 60th Anniversary Diamond Celebration; Merchandise, Food, Entertainment, & More!

April 14, 2015

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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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In addition to the giveaways and new character costumes announced earlier today, the Disneyland Resort continues to roll-out new information of the 60th anniversary Diamond Celebration beginning May 22nd. Here’s what we have learned so far today: New details on the “Paint the Night” parade: Tinker Bell leads the procession in a magical, musical overture, … Read more

PHOTO: Mickey and Minnie Mouse to Greet Guests in Diamond-Studded Duds for Disneyland’s 60th

April 14, 2015April 14, 2015

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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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When Disneyland’s Diamond Celebration kicks off next month, Mickey and Minnie Mouse will be stepping out in style for the event… If you want to meet the pair in their 60th anniversary costumes, you’ll have to head out to Disneyland Resort for the Diamond Celebration beginning May 22, 2015. They will be appearing in Town … Read more

Disneyland to Give Away Dazzling Prizes for “Diamond Days” as Part of 60th Anniversary Festivities

April 14, 2015

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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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Similar to the Year of a million Dreams, guests who attend Disneyland’s Diamond Celebration starting in May will have a chance to win fabulous prizes as part of Disneyland Diamond Days sweepstakes that begins May 22, 2015. Disneyland Diamond Days is a sweepstakes in which daily prizes are awarded to select visitors while they are in … Read more

Dirk Wallen’s 4/13/15 WDW Photo Report (Frozen, AVATAR, Rivers of Light, Harambe Marketplace, ETC.)

March 4, 2019April 13, 2015

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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.

WDWNT Reporter Dirk Wallen visited Animal Kingdom and Epcot this week and has some newsworthy photos to share with us from his trip, so let’s take a look: Work has begun on the Frozen meet and greet pavilion between Mexico and Norway at Epcot Still no visible progress on the Frozen attraction Moving over to … Read more

Disneyland Confirms that the Hatbox Ghost Will Return to the Haunted Mansion

April 10, 2015

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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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He’s back… The short-lived Hatbox Ghost who briefly haunted the attic of the Haunted Mansion back in 1969 will return to Disneyland this May. Due to technical issues, the figure never worked properly and was quickly removed from the ride, but he has managed to build a huge cult-following in recent years and has been … Read more

New Shops & Restaurants Coming to The Landing as The Boathouse Prepares to Open April 13th in Disney Springs

April 10, 2015

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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.

When the Boathouse opens as the first new restaurant of Disney Springs next week (April 13th), several new retailers will be following close behind, joining it in the lineup for The Landing: Erwin Pearl – offers a fine selection of enamel, precious, and semi-precious fashion jewelry marked by style, creativity, and outstanding quality. Joffrey’s Tea … Read more

Matterhorn Bobsleds and Peter Pan’s Flight Enhancements Officially Announced for Disneyland

April 9, 2015

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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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Just in time for Disneyland’s 60th anniversary, when the Matterhorn Bobsleds and Peter Pan’s Flight attractions return in May, there will be plenty of brand new magic for guests to see! Disney has promised that guests will see the abominable snowman of the Matterhorn like never before. The new yeti look will replace the … Read more

Magic Kingdom Hard-Ticket Party Event Dates and Ticket Prices Announced for 2015

April 7, 2015

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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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All tickets go on sale tomorrow, 4/8/15: MICKEY’S NOT-SO-SCARY HALLOWEEN PARTY 2015 September 15, 18, 20, 22, 25, & 27 October 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 16, 18, 20, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29, 31 November 1 All September dates & 10/1 – $68.00 plus tax age 10+, $63.00 plus tax … Read more

BREAKING: Walt Disney World Officially Bans Selfie Stick Use on Attractions

April 6, 2015

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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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It has been a long time coming, but Walt Disney World today officially notified all cast members that selfie sticks being used on rides and attractions will no longer be tolerated. The elongating sticks that guests use to take cell phone “selfie” pictures have been a huge problem since their introduction, with many guests sticking … Read more

Star Wars Weekends 2015 Celebrity Line-Up Announced, Frank Oz & Ian McDiarmid Will Appear

April 3, 2015

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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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Walt Disney World announced the celebrity line-up for Star Wars Weekends 2015 today: Weekend I (May 15 – 17) Ian McDiarmid: Senator/Emperor Palpatine (Star Wars: The Phantom Menace; Star Wars: Attack of the Clones; Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith, Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, Star Wars: Return of the Jedi) Amy Allen: Aayla … Read more

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