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.

PHOTOS: Minnie Headband Jewelry Arrives at Disney Parks

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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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Minnie Mouse headbands look great, but if you want to accessorize even further, there’s a new opportunity. Minnie headband necklaces and earrings have landed at World of Disney and Tren-D at Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs. The jewelry is part of the Disney Parks Collection. The earrings cost $14.99, while the necklace sells for $19.99. … Read more

Second Starbucks Location to Reopen at Downtown Disney December 10th

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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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Those in need of a caffeine boost during their holiday shopping at Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort are in luck. The second Starbucks location, across from the monorail station, will reopen next week, on Monday, December 10th. The location originally closed in June to make way for the Disneyland Resort’s fourth hotel. However, after … Read more

Disneyland Paris Reveals Plans for Solar Energy Site; Considering Name Change for Walt Disney Studios Park

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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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In an effort to reduce their energy usage, Disneyland Paris has revealed plans to build a solar energy site. Disney’s plans were highlighted in a Forbes article over the weekend. The site, would be built on top of the current guest parking garage, and capable of supplying 33 Gigawatt hours per year, or 15 percent … Read more

Splash Mountain Funko POP! Back in Stock at ShopDisney

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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 those still looking for the Splash Mountain Funko POP!, we may have your laughin’ place. The figures are back in stock online at ShopDisney for $40. The set was originally released in August, and sold out quickly. Now there’s a second chance at a zip-a-dee-doo-dah day.  

PHOTOS: Major Menu Changes Come to Satu’li Canteen, Pandora at Disney’s Animal 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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Menu changes have arrived at Satu’li Canteen, and we’ve got a look at the new(-ish) offerings. The fish option has been replaced with chili-garlic shrimp, and lo mein noodles have been added as a base option. Both options have been tested previously in their own dish and are now permanent additions to the menu. Rice … Read more

Disney Named as Defendant in Fox Theme Park Lawsuit

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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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Back in 2013, 20th Century Fox announced its first-ever theme park in Malaysia, hoping it could use state-of-the-art technology to compete with the likes of Disney. Then, Fox was purchased…and will merge with Disney. Now with the merger just weeks away from finalizing, completion of the park is in doubt. According to Variety, resort company … Read more

Spirit of Aloha 2nd Shows Preemptively Cancelled November 27th and 28th

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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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Due to impending cold weather, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has preemptively cancelled the 8:15 PM seatings for Disney’s Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show this Tuesday and Wednesday, November 27th and 28th. The 5:15 PM seating is still scheduled to move forward as scheduled. Guests with reservations for those times can reschedule for alternate dates and … Read more

Walt Disney World Railroad to Close December 3rd for Tron Construction

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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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Your attention please… the Walt Disney World Railroad will reach its “End of Line” for a while to accommodate construction of the upcoming Tron roller coaster starting December 3rd. While the railroad is closed, one of the trains will be parked at the Main Street U.S.A. station for visitors to get a closer look at … Read more

Disney Animation and Theme Park Art Featured in Heritage Auction

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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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Heritage Auctions Signature Animation Art Auction, featuring original art from Disney productions ranging from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs and Pinocchio to more recent classics like The Little Mermaid and The Incredibles, will take place December 8th in Beverly Hills, California. The auction boasts over six hundred items from across Disney’s history, including art … Read more

Disney Dreams! to Return For One Day Exclusively for Disneyland Paris Annual Passholder Party

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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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Disneyland Paris Annual Passholders will be able to experience Disney Dreams! one more time at an upcoming Passholder event. https://twitter.com/ED92live/status/1065925427124940801 The nighttime spectacular will be part of the December 6th party, according to @ED92, a Twitter account focused on Disneyland Paris news. Disney Dreams! premiered in 2012, as part of the resort’s 20th anniversary. The … Read more

Giraffe Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Name to Be Decided by Vote

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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 Masai giraffe population at Disney’s Animal Kingdom has a new addition, and it’s up to you to help decide her name. The calf was born to parents Kenya and George on October 1st. The pair was selected as part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ Species Survival Program (SSP), which works to ensure … Read more

Reservations Open for Coronado Springs’ Gran Destino Tower November 27th

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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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First, there was Black Friday, then came Cyber Monday and Small Business Saturday. This year, get ready for Gran Destino Tuesday. Disney Parks Blog has announced that reservations for Gran Destino Tower, the new addition to Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, will be available starting this Tuesday, November 27th. They can be booked online at the … Read more

RECAP: Day 2 of D23’s Destination D: Celebrating Mickey Mouse

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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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D23’s Destination D: Celebrating Mickey Mouse continued today at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, and while it may not have been as packed with big Disney Parks news as yesterday, there was still plenty for fans to enjoy. If you didn’t see our recap from Day 1, check it out here. Throughout the day, vintage film clips … Read more

Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort Reveals Holiday Plans

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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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From festive decor to seasonal music and special treats, Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort will have plenty to enjoy as the holiday season arrives. Holiday Decor The Downtown Disney District will dazzle with decorations, lights, and seasonal horticulture. In all, 6,200 ornaments will be on display around the district. A thirty-foot Christmas tree near … Read more

BREAKING: Starbucks to Reopen Second Location at Disneyland Resort’s Downtown Disney

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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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Downtown Disney continues to move on following the decision to cancel plans for the Disneyland Resort’s fourth hotel. First, Earl of Sandwich reopened its location (though officially, it’s still temporary). Then, Rainforest Cafe expressed interest in returning. Now, buried in an article about Downtown Disney’s holiday offerings (more on that soon), Disney Parks Blog has … Read more

Disneyland Paris Angers Fans By Moving Mickey’s 90th Celebration to the Wrong Date

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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 Mickey Mouse’s 90th birthday coming this Sunday, you’d think all the preparations would be set in place by now. But Disneyland Paris has just revealed a big detail about their celebration… and they’ve committed a major faux pas. In a social media post early this morning, Disneyland Paris revealed that “The World’s Biggest Mouse … Read more

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