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PHOTOS: New Giraffe Gold Mouse Ear Headband Available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

March 4, 2019March 26, 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.

You’ve heard of rose-gold, but how about giraffe-gold? Joining the full assortment of Animal Kingdom mouse ear headbands are these new, sparkly giraffe ears. Of course, the other 3 designs are still available as well. All of the ear headbands retail for $24.99 each. So, will you be going giraffe-gold on your next trip to … Read more

PHOTOS: 2018 Easter Egg Display Arrives at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, More Amazing Than Ever Before

March 26, 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.

WDWNT team member Chris Edwards visited the Grand Floridian over the weekend to see this year’s Easter Egg display. The display is more impressive than ever, featuring many more eggs than in previous years and designs that perhaps eclipse those we have previously seen, while still keeping some of the more popular pieces on display … Read more

D23 Expo 2019 Dates Announced, Ticket Sale Dates As Well

March 26, 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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All the magic and excitement of the past, present, and future of Disney entertainment will come together once again when D23 presents D23 Expo 2019 at the Anaheim Convention Center the weekend of August 23–25. Each of Disney’s magical worlds—including Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars—will unite under one roof to celebrate what’s new and what’s … Read more

REVIEW: Gaston’s Tavern at the Magic Kingdom Introduces Sandwiches Roughly The Size of A Barge

July 14, 2018March 26, 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.

New at Gaston’s Tavern in Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom, guests will find two rather large sandwiches. One is a Ham, Brie, and Grain Mustard, while the other features Turkey, Swiss, and Cranberry Aioli. Both, come with chips, and for some reason, you can get a bag of Babybel cheese to make this a lunch … Read more

PHOTOS: Latest Progress on Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Skyliner, and New Riviera Hotel

March 26, 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.

On our review trip to the new Spyglass Grill at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, we decided to walk around and see what progress was being made on this hotel’s ongoing transformation. Of course, construction of the Disney Skyliner and the station at Caribbean Beach is well underway. A short jaunt over to Old Port Royale … Read more

WDWNT Podcast Episode 387 (03/26/18) – March Madness Finale

August 9, 2018March 26, 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 Tom Corless for a variety show dedicated to the Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. This episode features the finale of the WDWNT March Madness 2018 tournament of current WDW attractions. Later, listen to ParksCenter where the crew recaps the exciting second round of action. All this and more Disney Parks information and … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disneyland Resort 3/23/18 (Star Wars – Galaxy’s Edge, PIXAR Pier Progress, New Restaurants, ETC.)

March 23, 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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Our latest photo report brings us back to the Disneyland Resort! Park-ing Work continues on the new parking garage next door to Mickey and Friends. Security is guarding the work site. Arrival procedures have changed dramatically if you are parking at Mickey and Friends, so check out our post fo all the info you need … Read more

Disneyland’s Redd Rockett’s Pizza Port Will Become Pizza Planet from Toy Story

July 14, 2018March 23, 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 infamously bad counter service pizza restaurant in Tomorrowland at Disneyland is getting a new theme just in time for PIXAR Fest. Starting in April, Redd Rockett’s Pizza Port will become “Alien’s Pizza Planet – A Better Place”. The supposedly temporary re-theme of the restaurant will open with the PIXAR Fest festivities on April 13th … Read more

Minnie Van Airport Service Now Available to All Deluxe Resort Guests

March 23, 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 Minnie Van airport transportation service that launched a few months ago is now available to all guests at Disney Deluxe Resort hotels at the Walt Disney World Resort. The service is offered to guests with airline flight departures out of Orlando International Airport from 9AM until 12AM daily. Transportation services can accommodate up to … Read more

Woody, Jessie, Buzz Lightyear Will Meet Guests in Toy Story Land

March 22, 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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When Toy Story Land opens June 30th, you’ll have the chance to encounter some characters from the Disney•Pixar “Toy Story” films, including Sheriff Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and Jessie the Yodeling Cowgirl. Woody, Buzz and Jessie will be greeting guests throughout Toy Story Land on a daily basis. And each character (along with the rest of … Read more

PHOTOS: Disney Skyliner Supports Arrive at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

March 22, 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 first support for the Skyliner System has gone up at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It is quite visible from the parking lot. The support is just steps away from the Hollywood Studios station. Guests will be able to take a gondola from Hollywood Studios to Epcot, Caribbean Beach, Art of Animation, Pop Century, and the … Read more

PHOTOS: New Twilight Zone Tower of Terror Glow Ears Released at Hollywood Studios

March 22, 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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New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, guests can now find light-up Glow Ears featuring the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. The ears feature Mickey and Goofy falling into the Fifth Dinension with various elements that appear in the ride. It retails for $18.77 before tax. You can see a video of the ears in action here.

PHOTOS: Roller Coaster Trains and Revolutionary Ride System Leaked for Guardians of the Galaxy at Epcot

March 22, 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, Bob Chapek announced at the D23 Expo Japan that the Guardians of the Galaxy indoor roller coaster at Epcot would feature revolutionary ride system. Well, now we are getting our first look at the yet-to-be-revealed, first-of-its-kind roller coaster vehicles for the upcoming Epcot attraction… The following photos were found on Theme … Read more

PHOTOS: Repainting of Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom Has Begun, Peoplemover Pattern Being Used

March 22, 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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As we reported a few days ago, a radical repainting of Tomorrowland at the Magic Kingdom is now underway. The work is quite visible to guests visiting the park right now. Just one section of the Purple Wall remains. It will have a pattern leading up to it when completed, as if it were a … Read more

New Disney Parks Management Structure Announced with Orlando, Anaheim, and Paris Managed as Western Region

March 22, 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.

In a email sent to all the Disneyland Paris cast members, Bob Chapek announced Catherine Powell’s role in a new structure that has proven to be successful in the Asian parks. Reporting to Bob Chapek, Catherine Powell will lead the Western Region with Walt Disney World President George Kalogridis and Disneyland Resort President Josh D’Amaro … Read more

CASTING CALL: Help Create Magic for WDWNT Virtual Resort, Our Own Digital Theme Park

March 21, 2018March 21, 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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At WDWNT over the last ten years, we have tried some crazy things, but perhaps the most ambitious to date is WDWNT VR. For those unfamiliar with the project, here is our initial announcement: With the growing popularity of our articles about Armchair Imagineering and the ever-growing list of extinct attractions at the Disney Parks, … Read more

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