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PHOTOS & VIDEO: The Kinsey Collection Exhibit Opens at Epcot

March 15, 2013

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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 Resort recently opened “Re-Discovering America: Family Treasures from the Kinsey Collection,” an exhibit representing more than 400 years of African-American achievement and contribution. The exhibit at the American Adventure pavilion at Epcot features rare art, books and documents from the private collection of Bernard and Shirley Kinsey, who have amassed the collection over … Read more

PHOTOS: “Tangled” Restroom Area Opens at the Magic Kingdom

April 11, 2013March 14, 2013

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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 “Tangled” themed restroom area in the Magic Kingdom finally opened last week after what feels like a lifetime of waiting. Myself and Dirk Wallen took plenty of photos of the area to share with you, so let’s take a look: The Tangled restrooms finally opened on the former Fantasyland Skyway site New stroller parking … Read more

Disney Officially Announces “Disney Springs”

April 11, 2013March 14, 2013

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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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Well, after we broke the story about Disney Springs a few weeks ago and the rumors aired on nearly every local news outlet in Central Florida, Disney finally officially announced Disney Springs to replace Downtown Disney today: LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., March 14, 2013 – Walt Disney World Resort today announced the multi-year transformation of … Read more

VIDEO: New Main Street Trolley Springtime Show

March 13, 2013

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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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Last week, the Main Street Trolley show received a springtime overlay as part of Limited Time Magic. The following video shows the two unique show-stops devised for this show that will be running at the Magic Kingdom now through May. Enjoy:

VIDEO: Big Thunder Mountain Interactive Queue Soft-Opens!

March 5, 2013

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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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As of yesterday, the interactive queue at Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at the Magic Kingdom was turned on. That being said, it is still not officially open and some stations and effects are still yet to be turned on. We have video of the working elements in the queue including the detonators, the large air … Read more

Leaked Concept Art & Details – “Disney Springs” Set to Replace WDW’s Downtown Disney

August 22, 2016March 3, 2013

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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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Since the cancellation of the Hyperion Wharf project for Downtown Disney some time ago, we have all been wondering what will be happening to what is now Pleasure Island. Well… we may not have to wonder any more… A few days ago, an unnamed source provided us with a PDF document referring to the overhaul … Read more

WDWNT: The Magazine – Test Track: First Impressions

March 3, 2013March 3, 2013

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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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Test Track: First Impressions by Ron D’Anna December 11, 1998 was a landmark day at Epcot. While not officially open, it was the first day Test Track saw riders. After over two years of waiting and delays, Epcot received its first thrill ride. While official Cast Member previews would begin the next day, Epcot cast … Read more

Pictures: A Look at All of the New Walt Disney World Maps

March 4, 2019March 2, 2013

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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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While the new Walt Disney World maps may not be available to guests until tomorrow, we managed to get our hands on them a few days early and decided to share a look at these new maps with you today (Click each to see larger image): Magic Kingdom Epcot Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney’s Animal Kingdom … Read more

VIDEO: “Living Topiaries” To Debut at 2013 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival

March 1, 2013

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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 2013 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival begins on March 6th, but we already have a preview of one of the new features of the festival this year. Disney just put out the following video of the first “living topiary” test they conducted. Based on how successful it was with guests, it should appear … Read more

New Details Emerge on MagicBand Including Customization Options

February 7, 2014March 1, 2013

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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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You already know that MagicBand will forever change the guest experience when it debuts as part of MyMagic+ later this year. However, some new details have emerged that you might not be aware of: Made of a hypoallergenic material, MagicBand is flexible and comfortable to wear. It has ridges on the backside that help air … Read more

Next Week’s Limited Time Magic Is A “Spring Main Street Trolley Show”

February 28, 2013

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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.

Well, it’s not anything too exciting once again, but a new springtime edition of the Main Street Trolley show debuts as part of Limited Time Magic on Monday, March 4th: Show-times this week are 9:15AM, 10:10AM, & 12:00PM. So, what do you think of the latest Limited Time Magic?

Package Prices and Details Announced for Enchanted Tiki Room 50th Anniversary Event

February 28, 2013

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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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Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room 50th Anniversary Event June 28 – June 29 Disneyland® Hotel – Exhibit Hall We invite you to join us on June 28 – 29, as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room. JOSE Package – $85 Registered Event Guests will have the opportunity to purchase Walt … Read more

WDWNT: The Magazine – Life Outside of the College Program

March 9, 2013February 28, 2013

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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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Life Outside of the College Program By Bret Shroats [one_half]If you are interested in participating in the Disney College Program, you may have several questions about the program. One of the questions you should have is, “Will I have a life outside of the role Disney casts me for?”As a Disney College Program alumnus, I … Read more

VIDEO: “Limited Time Magic” Dapper Dans Sing Boy Bands

February 27, 2013

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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.

Disney released some footage of the Dapper Dans singing Boy Band music this week as part of Limited Time Magic:

VIDEO: A Look Back at “Voices of Liberty Celebrate President’s Day”

February 26, 2013

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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.

We have video of last week’s “Limited Time Magic” to share with you today, featuring the Voices of Liberty concert at the America Gardens Theater. As always, the performance is exceptional, but this particular week of shows featured the Voices performing “Golden Dream”, the song from the American Adventure attraction. This is a rare treat … Read more

Dirk Wallen’s 2/23/13 Walt Disney World Resort Photo Report

March 4, 2019February 25, 2013

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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 takes us to all 4 Walt Disney World theme parks this time around, stopping to check progress on the Seven Dwarfs’ Mine Train, the Tangled restroom area, the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival, the Big Thunder Mountain interactive queue, and more! Let’s take a look: RFID entrance installation continues at … Read more

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