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Disneyland Still Adding FastPass, MaxPass to Pirates of the Caribbean Next Month

July 20, 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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Slated to be added when Pirates of the Caribbean returned to the Disneyland Resort with the new auction scene on June 8th, 2018, the delayed addition of FastPass and MaxPass services will finally take place next month. While Pirates of the Caribbean has a pretty high capacity for guests, the queue has been strained in … Read more

3 New Minnie Mouse Headbands are Coming to Disney Parks This Christmas Season

July 20, 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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Christmas in July continues, as does the Minnie Mouse Ear Headband craze at Disney Parks! Coming this holiday season to Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort are three new ear headbands to celebrate “the most wonderful time of the year”: Be sure to also check out our first look at the 2018 holiday merchandise at … Read more

Free Candy Sushi Class Coming to The Land for Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival 2018

July 20, 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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As part of the 2018 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival, guests will be able to take part in a complimentary class at Sunshine Seasons in The Land Pavilion where they can make Candy Sushi. According to cast members at The Land, “Candy Sushi sponsored by Skittles” will take place twice a day, allowing guests … Read more

Restaurantosaurus Lounge Announced for Dinoland USA at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

March 4, 2019July 20, 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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Starting soon and for a limited time, guests will be able to enjoy light bites and themed beverages at a new lounge in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Located at Restaurantosaurus, the lounge will open daily at 5pm. A section of the restaurant will be converted to this offering, providing a place for guests to relax while … Read more

RUMOR: Disneyland’s River Belle Terrace Will Bring Back Beloved Breakfast Soon

November 21, 2018July 19, 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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Converted in recent years to a table service dining experience, the River Belle Terrace was a beloved Disneyland breakfast spot as a counter service facility for quite a while. Now serving barbecue dishes and offering “Fantasmic!” dining packages, the restaurant has served only lunch and dinner as of late. However, rumor has it that breakfast … Read more

Toy Story Land’s Early Woes: Unsafe Fences, Poorly Executed Restrooms, and Slow Food Service Plague Disney World’s Latest Addition

July 19, 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.

Surely any new theme park attraction faces its share of problems in the early days of its existence. Who hasn’t heard the horror stories of Disneyland’s opening day back in 1955? However, the year is 2018 and Disney has been in the theme park business for over 63 years now, so some of the problems … Read more

PHOTO: Leaked Picture Reveals Interior of Epcot’s Club 33 Location

July 18, 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.

PHOTOS: Work Commences on Possible Club 33 Location at Epcot

Despite rules dictating no photography, someone snapped a picture at the Constellation Club at Epcot, a Club 33 location at Walt Disney World. This marks the first interior picture of a Club 33 location at Walt Disney World to be published anywhere. The Constellation Club is located inside the former corporate lounge at The American … Read more

CONFIRMED: Rivers of Light Dessert Party Coming to Animal Kingdom, Reservations Open

March 4, 2019July 17, 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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As rumored here a few weeks ago, Disney has now formally announced the new Rivers of Light Dessert Party. With this new dining experience, you can add a sweet ending to your day by enjoying a beautiful buffet of Disney’s Animal Kingdom-themed desserts, snacks, and drinks before enjoying VIP views of “Rivers of Light.” … Read more

RUMOR: Wreck-It Ralph VR Attraction Coming This Fall to Walt Disney World, Disneyland

July 17, 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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On November 21st, 2018, a Wreck-It Ralph VR attraction is slated to open at Disney Springs at the Walt Disney World Resort and Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort. The Void, which currently presents Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire at their Disney locations, will replace half of the overall capacity for these current experiences … Read more

Pizzafari at Animal Kingdom Adding Family-Style Table Service Dinner

March 4, 2019July 16, 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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Pizzafari is one of the most popular quick-service restaurants at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, serving up freshly baked pizzas and delicious Italian-inspired eats. But there’s even more exciting offerings coming this summer. Starting July 31st, guests will be able to choose between a classic quick-service experience or making a reservation for the brand-new Pizzafari Family-Style Dining … Read more

PHOTOS: Millennial Pink and Frosted Clear Phone Cases Now Available Through D-Tech on Demand at the Magic Kingdom

July 14, 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.

At various location in the Magic Kingdom, you will find D-Tech On Demand kiosks to help you customize phone cases and MagicBands for purchase. Brand new to the ever-changing lineup of choices are Frosted Clear and Millennial Pink options for phone cases. Customizable Millennial Pink MagicBands will also be offered starting soon. Depending on the … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Bring “it’s a small world” Home With This Amazing New Musical Collectible from Disney Parks

July 14, 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.

Discovered yesterday at Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe at the Magic Kingdom, guests can now bring home a piece of the beloved “it’s a small world” attraction at Disney Parks. This amazing musical nutcracker features the Toy Soldier drummers who have been an iconic part of the clock tower ceremony dating back to the attraction’s debut … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Hollywood Studios 7/12/18 (Skyliner, Toy Story Land, PIXAR Place Removal, New Galaxy’s Edge Preview, ETC.)

July 12, 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.

Our latest photo report brings us to Disney’s Hollywood Studios just days after the opening of Toy Story Land. Welcome to Hollywood The Skyliner station for the park is much further along in construction than any of the others on property. Lots of extra security tables out to help handle the Toy Story Land crowds. … Read more

UPDATE: Cause of Disney Cast Member Death Released

July 11, 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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Walt Disney World Cast Member Juan Alberto Ojeda, 33, was killed on Monday after he became trapped under a utility vehicle he was working on, according to a report from the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. The report revealed that the utility cart Ojeda was working on drove onto the curb, ran into a chain link … Read more

Disney Will Not Theme The Massive Show Building for the Guardians of the Galaxy Roller Coaster at Epcot

July 11, 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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Despite erroneous rumor reports around the internet, Disney is in no way planning to theme the massive show building for the Guardians of the Galaxy roller coaster being built at Epcot. The rumor floating around claimed that the building that houses most of the roller coaster ride portion might be themed on its exterior to … Read more

Christmas Overlay of Toy Story Land Will Be Part of Holiday Offerings at Walt Disney World in 2018, Sunset Seasons Greetings Enhancements Announced

March 4, 2019July 9, 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, Disney announced the return of the holiday season to Walt Disney World Resort. Starting November 8, you will be able to celebrate this magical season with festive parties, captivating holiday décor, delicious treats, spectacular entertainment and enchanting experiences that make this season one of the most wonderful times to visit the theme parks, resorts … Read more

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