Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

Disney Parks Withdrawal Disney+ Movie Playlist: Part 2 – EPCOT

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic keeps the Disney Parks closed, we’re creating a list of films and television shows on Disney+ that we feel remind us of the parks we love, and today, we’re taking a cinematic tour through EPCOT! What is it about EPCOT that makes it so special? Is it the fact that … Read more

Aulani Remains Open During Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic, Waives Change Fees, Reveals Virus Mitigation Protocols

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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While the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has shuttered nearly every Disney resort worldwide, one has decided to remain open. Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii, has revealed that it remains open during the epidemic, with extra precautions taken to mitigate the spread of the disease. In addition, Disney has waived the change … Read more

Disney Parks Withdrawal Disney+ Movie Playlist: Part 1 – Magic Kingdom

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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For Disney Parks fans, it’s been a rough week. All six Disney Parks across America are closed due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, with everyone being urged to stay at home. I don’t know about the rest of you, but I’m already craving a Dole Whip right about now. It’s tough to not be able … Read more

Analyst Claims Apple Could Acquire The Walt Disney Company in Volatile Stock Market

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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With The Walt Disney Company taking some major hits in the last week due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, an analyst has suggested that the time may be right for Apple to acquire the company. According to The Hollywood Reporter‘s Georg Szalai, Rosenblatt Securities analyst Bernie McTernan claimed in a research report released on Friday … Read more

Disney Cruise Line Extends Departure Suspension Through April 12th; Provides Updates on Canadian and European Departures

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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As the world continues to face the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Disney Cruise Line has announced that they have extended their suspension of departures until Sunday, April 12th, as well as provided updates on their future Canadian and European departures. From Disney Cruise Line: In an abundance of caution and in the best interest of our … Read more

PHOTOS: Cranes Arrive in Mickey’s Toontown as Construction on Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Begins at Disneyland

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Nothing can stop them now! Cranes have arrived in Mickey’s Toontown in Disneyland as construction begins on the west coast edition of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. When the ride opens in 2022, guests will enter the El CapiTOON Theater and step into the cartoon world of Disney Channel’s “Mickey Mouse” shorts. Yes, Disneyland, Chuuby … Read more

PHOTOS: Golden Arches Arrive at McDonald’s Under Remodeling Near Disney’s All-Star Resorts at Walt Disney World

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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The massive remodeling of the McDonald’s near Disney’s All-Star Resorts at Walt Disney World has reached a new milestone, as the iconic golden arches have been added to the front of the building. The symbol that is as synonymous with the restaurant chain as Ronald McDonald or the Big Mac now adorns the awning outside … Read more

“Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” Digital Release Now Available on VUDU, Coming to iTunes on March 14th

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Get ready to experience the final chapter of the Skywalker saga in your home. With Disney parks around the world closing and movie releases being delayed due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Disney has decided to release Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker slightly early on VUDU and iTunes so that people can enjoy the … Read more

Disneyland Resort Releases Information Regarding Annual Pass Extensions Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Closures

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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With the Disneyland Resort set to temporarily close as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Annual Passholders have been sent an email explaining that passes will be extended for the length of the closure. The email reads: Dear Valued Annual Passholder: As important members of our Disneyland Resort community, we want to provide you … Read more

PHOTOS: New Adorable Abominable Snowman Loungefly Backpack Roars into Disneyland

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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The terror of the Matterhorn has been given a cute makeover with a new backpack! Yes, the Matterhorn Bobsleds’ own Abominable Snowman (known as “Harold” to some fans) has been given the Loungefly backpack treatment, now on sale to guests at Disneyland. Of course, with the growing merchandise trend, this creature looks more friendly than … Read more

Walt Disney World Releases Updated Information on Coronavirus Closure, Including Annual Pass Extensions and Refund Policies

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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As the Walt Disney World Resort prepares for a lengthy closure of its theme parks over the Coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic beginning Monday, March 16th, the resort has released updated information concerning reservations, ticket expiration extensions, annual passes and more. TICKETS May I get a refund on my ticket? Unexpired multi-day theme park tickets with unused … Read more

Walt Disney World Resort Website Experiencing Occasional Unavailability Following Announcement of Temporary Park Closure

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Just hours after the announcement was made that the parks of the Walt Disney World Resort would temporarily close after Sunday, March 15th as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, visitors to the resort’s website were met with occasional unavailability. Comicbook.com‘s Russ Burlingame reported the outages. These were confirmed by WDWNT staff, though some … Read more

BREAKING: Disney Cruise Line Suspends New Departures Through the End of March Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Disney Cruise Line is joining with Disney Parks around the world and temporarily suspending operations due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic through the end of March. Beginning Saturday, March 14th, Disney Cruise Line will suspend new cruises through March 31st. Today, the Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, and Disneyland Paris joined Shanghai Disney Resort, … Read more

BREAKING: Walt Disney World Resort Closing Temporarily Over Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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With the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic shutting down most events and theme parks throughout the country, Walt Disney World Resort has announced it will temporarily close after Sunday, March 15 out of an abundance of caution for their Cast Members and guests. The closure is stated to last through the end of the month, but Walt … Read more

Disneyland Paris Sets Up Tents Between Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park; Potentially for Coronavirus Screening

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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With Disney Parks around the world being affected by Coronavirus (COVID-19), currently the Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Paris are the only resorts still fully open. But a new photo suggests that Disneyland Paris may be taking the next step in an attempt to prevent guests from spreading the disease. DLP Report is reporting … Read more

Disney Postpones Releases of “Mulan,” “The New Mutants,” and “Antlers” Over Coronavirus (COVID-19) Concerns

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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As the world battles the Coronavirus (COVID-19), Disney has postponed the releases of three upcoming films, including their live-action adaptation of Mulan. Deadline‘s Anthony D’Alessandro reports that Mulan, along with 20th Century Studios’ The New Mutants and Searchlight Pictures’ Antlers, have been removed from the company’s release schedule, with Disney currently “looking at potential 2020 … Read more

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