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REVIEW: Three New Ice Cream Flavors Introduced at Ample Hills Creamery on Disney’s Boardwalk

November 21, 2018August 7, 2018

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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 on Disney’s Boardwalk has quickly become a staple of the “seaside” amusement area. We recently ventured back after hearing there was a few new flavors to try. Here’s a look at the updated menu: For our thoughts on the original menu, please check out our first review. Originally boasting 16 flavors, you can … Read more

PHOTOS: Pedestrian Bridge Connected to New Lemon Parking Garage Installed at Disney Springs

August 7, 2018

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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.

Over night, the newest pedestrian bridge over Buena Vista Drive was installed, connecting the upcoming Lemon Parking Garage to Disney Springs. The bridge accesses Disney Springs through a landing zone between World of Disney and Basin in the Marketplace. When it opens in 2019, the Lemon Parking Garage will be the third parking garage at … Read more

FIRST LOOK: Annual Passholder, Figment, Ratatouille, and Other Delectable Merchandise Items for 2018’s Epcot International Food and Wine Festival

August 7, 2018

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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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Today, we’re sharing a first look at some of the merchandise coming to the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival 2018, taking place August 30th through November 12th: There’s plenty more where this came from, so stay tuned for more coverage of this year’s Food and Wine Festival!

4 Rivers Is Opening a Food Truck at Disney Springs This Month

November 21, 2018August 6, 2018

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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 Springs is getting a brand-new food truck! Coming in late August, 4 Rivers (a beloved local smokehouse chain here in Orlando) is introducing the 4R Cantina Barbacoa Food Truck in the Disney Springs Marketplace. Inspired by the culinary culture of Mexico City, this food truck boasts a barbacoa-style menu with dishes including Taco Cones … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Haunted Mansion Talking Doombuggy Toy and Even More New Ghostly Goods Released at Disney Parks

August 6, 2018

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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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Even more Haunted Mansion merchandise is available. We showed you a plethora of new merchandise recently, and now there’s even more amazing items added including – Doom Buggy toy with Paul Frees narration clips from the final moments of the attraction. The piece retails for $14.99. Here it is in action: Additional new items include … Read more

Entertainment Schedule Released for 2018 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, New Frontierland Costume Promenade

August 6, 2018

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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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It’s early August, but Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party kicks off for 2018 on August 17th at the Magic Kingdom! Disney has just released the entertainment schedule for the annual event on their website: -Mickey’s “Boo-to-You” Halloween Parade – 9:15PM, 11:15PM -Happy HalloWishes Fireworks – 10:15PM -Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular – 8:30PM, 10:45pm, 12:00AM -The Cadaver Dans … Read more

PHOTOS: Disney Parks Halloween 2018 Pins Released, First to Feature New Backer Cards and Disney Pin Trading Logo

August 4, 2018

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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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I know it’s only August 4th, but the Halloween season will be kicking into gear in just two weeks at the Walt Disney World Resort (and September 7th at the Disneyland Resort). With the start of the season upon us, new Halloween merchandise for 2018 has started to arrive at Disney Parks. The following pins … Read more

Tangaroa Terrace at Disneyland Hotel Closing for Multi-Month Refurbishment Soon

November 21, 2018August 4, 2018

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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 Tangaroa Terrace counter service restaurant adjoined to Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at Disneyland Hotel will be closing in September for a multi-month refurbishment. Beginning September 4th, Tangaroa Terrace will be closed until December 2018. During this time, Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar and The Coffee House will offer select menu items from the … Read more

Disney Junior Vampirina Meet and Greet Character Is Coming to Disneyland, Walt Disney World This Fall

August 3, 2018

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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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After debuting last fall on Disney Channel and Disney Junior, “Vampirina” has become one of the newest hit series for kids and families, ranking among the top five series on TV among girls ages 2 – 5. Now, the star of the show is making her way to Disney Parks, just in time for Halloween! … Read more

Register Now for WDWNT Wrecks the Halls, A Very Different Kind of Holiday Event at Walt Disney World

August 13, 2018August 2, 2018

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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 us Wednesday, December 5th – Sunday, December 9th, 2018, as WDW News Today celebrates the holidays with a five-day fan event at the Walt Disney World Resort! Highlights of the event include a private catered breakfast in the Dinosaur Lounge at Disney’s Animal Kingdom (filled with presentations and surprises), an interactive game throughout the … Read more

Lightning McQueen’s Giant Race Simulator from Cars 3 is Being Constructed for His New Show at Hollywood Studios

August 2, 2018

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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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A few weeks ago, Disney announced Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy for Disney’s Hollywood Studios. With the recent track record of character shows at Walt Disney World, there has been some concern that this would be yet another experience where characters simply appear, pose for pictures, and then leave. However, based on what Disney is constructing … Read more

New Festival of the Lion King Dining Packages Announced for Disney’s Animal Kingdom

March 4, 2019August 1, 2018

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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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Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park: Festival of the Lion King Signature Dining Packages, including a delicious meal at Tiffins Restaurant that includes one appetizer, one entrée, one dessert, and your choice of wine, beer, or a non-alcoholic beverage, followed by special VIP seating at one of the most popular shows at Walt Disney … Read more

New Magic Kingdom Overpass Ramps Will Open August 15th

August 1, 2018

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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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Beginning Wednesday, August 15th, drivers traveling on northbound World Drive will be able to use a new overpass that will go over the lanes leading to the parking lot of the Magic Kingdom Park. Be sure to check out the following list to learn more about what will change and what will remain the same: … Read more

Magic Kingdom Concrete Work to Impact Daytime Entertainment Throughout August 2018

August 1, 2018

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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.

Magic Kingdom’s Trolley Show and Street Party Being Modified Due to Concrete Work

Due to concrete work on Main Street U.S.A. occurring overnight, some Magic Kingdom entertainment will be altered throughout the month of August 2018. On August 2nd, 20th, 23rd, 27th, and 30th, the Main Street Trolley Show will be using the Main Street Ranch Wagon instead of the Trolley, and the 11AM performance of Move It! Shake It! Dance … Read more

Walt Disney World Giving Out Free Christopher Robin Buttons Starting August 2nd

August 1, 2018

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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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In honor of the release of Christopher Robin in theaters on August 3rd, guests can pick up a special button at Walt Disney World beginning August 2nd while supplies last. The free button will be available at select locations: The Magic Kingdom – guests will receive buttons as they enter the park. Additionally, guests with … Read more

PHOTOS: First Spaceship Lands at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

July 31, 2018

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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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Today, the first visible spaceship was installed at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The ship is visible from Toy Story Land. You may recognize this ship as the one perched on top of the building in the model at Walt Disney Presents. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens Fall 2019 at the Walt … Read more

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