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.

Ed Catmull, Co-Founder of Pixar, to Retire at the End of 2018

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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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Ed Catmull, acting president of both Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios, announced that he will step down from his position at the end of 2018. He will stay on as an adviser through July 2019. Catmull was recruited by George Lucas to head Lucasfilm’s fledgling Computer Graphics Division in 1979, where he … Read more

Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride Tsum Tsums Now Available at Disney Parks

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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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Whether you’ve got motor-mania or are just merrily on your way to nowhere in particular, there’s a new set of Tsum Tsums to enjoy. A new set themed to Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride was released at both the Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World this week. The set includes characters from the beloved attraction, including … Read more

Bahamas Government Approves Disney’s Proposal to Purchase Second Private Port

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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 one step closer to having a second private port in the Bahamas. The National Economic Council approved the proposal by Disney Cruise Line Island Development Ltd. to acquire the peninsula known as Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera. The proposal will immediately enter negotiations for a Heads of Agreement, which will … Read more

Rare Baby Okapi Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

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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 population of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge has recently added a new member to its ranks. Disney announced that a rare okapi was born at the lodge on October 1st. It has been bonding with his mother, Zelda, in a backstage habitat, where the two will remain for the next several months before joining the … Read more

Disney Announces New Nature-Themed Walt Disney World Resort Hotel for River Country Site

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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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Earlier this week, we got word of a Disney survey describing a potential new resort called “Disney Discovery Lodge.” While we don’t know whether or not that is the settled name of the resort, we now know that Disney is indeed moving forward with the concept, and we have our first look at concept art. … Read more

Rainforest Cafe Expresses Interest in Return to 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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With Disney’s plan for a four-star luxury hotel in the dustheap of history, it looks like Earl of Sandwich’s temporary return may be more than just temporary, and now another former Downtown Disney tenant may be looking to return. According to The Orange County Register‘s Brady Macdonald, Landry’s Inc. has expressed interest in reopening Rainforest … Read more

New Solar Power Facility at Walt Disney World Set to Open By the End of 2018

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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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Walt Disney World is set to open a new 50-megawatt solar power facility by the end of the year that will be capable of completely powering two parks. A recent New York Times article showed off the facility, which is located within a 270-acre area dedicated to renewable energy just outside of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The … Read more

Sister Hazel Replaces Smash Mouth on Eat to the Beat Concert Series Schedule

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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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There’s been a last-minute menu change for the Eat to the Beat Concert Series. Alternative rock band Sister Hazel will perform at Epcot’s America Gardens Theatre this weekend, October 13th and 14th, at 5:30 PM, 6:45 PM, and 8:00 PM on both nights. The band replaces Smash Mouth in the lineup. Smash Mouth’s cancellation is … Read more

Salt & Straw to Open at Downtown Disney October 12th

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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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Sure, there may not be a fourth resort hotel…but at least there’s ice cream! Salt & Straw, the chain of small-batch ice cream parlors, will be opening its location at Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort this Friday, October 12th. Salt & Straw has several locations on the west coast, including Portland, Seattle, San Francisco, … Read more

Three New Shops Coming Soon to Disney Springs, Including Disney Tails Store for Pets

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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 Disney Springs gets ready for the holiday shopping season, Disney Parks Blog has announced three new offerings set to open in the coming weeks. Disney Tails Coming to Marketplace Co-Op on Friday, October 12th, Disney Tails is the ultimate Disney shopping destination for pet lovers. Featuring character collections including Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and … Read more

Cuties Becomes The Official Citrus Fruit of Walt Disney World and 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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Sure, we all knew that Mini Babybel was the Official Snack Cheese of Walt Disney World and Disneyland, but what if you want some fruit to go with that cheese? Luckily, a new sponsorship has you covered. Cuties, known for their orange-like clementines, has become the Official Citrus Fruit of the Walt Disney World Resort … Read more

ABC Studios Developing “Ink & Paint” Documentary Series for Disney’s Streaming Service

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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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Two New Disney Books Every Fan Should Own - "Eat Like Walt" & "The Women of Walt Disney's Animation"

With a major Star Wars series confirmed and Marvel and Muppets rumored to be on the way, fans may be wondering if Disney’s upcoming streaming service will have much…Disney. We’ve heard plenty about what may be created for the service, but we haven’t heard much if Disney plans to use its extensive catalog of nearly … Read more

PHOTOS: Attraction-Specific Spirit Jerseys Coming to Disney Parks

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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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Whether you’re a foolish mortal, looking for a tropical hideaway, setting sail for the Caribbean, or taking the happiest cruise that ever sailed, there’ll be a new way to show your love. Disney Style has revealed that four iconic Disney Parks attractions will be getting their own spirit jerseys at Disneyland and Walt Disney World … Read more

Walt Disney World Raises Fountain & Bottled Drink, Popcorn, Pretzel, and Other Snack Item Prices Exponentially

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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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Snack and beverage prices are on the rise again at Walt Disney World, with increases hitting both bottled and fountain sodas. Bottled sodas have risen to $4.50 (up from $4), while fountain sodas have increased from $3.29 for a regular and $3.79 for a large to $3.99 for a regular and $4.49 for a large. … Read more

“My Disney Experience” Updated Ahead of Date-Based Ticket Pricing

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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 roll-out of date-based ticket pricing around the corner, “My Disney Experience,” Walt Disney World’s vacation-planning tool, is receiving a refresh. The new design should aid in streamlining the planning process and help guests navigate what will soon be a more complicated ticketing system. Users will be able to view a step-by-step process, which … Read more

Kristen Bell, Josh Groban, Meghan Trainor and More Announced for “Mickey’s 90th Spectacular”

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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 chart-topping musicians to A-list actors (and Bob Iger), the entertainment world is coming together to pay tribute to Mickey Mouse. Disney released the list of performers set to appear on “Mickey’s 90th Spectacular,” a two-hour special set to air on ABC on Sunday, November 4th at 8 PM Eastern/7 PM Central. Among the actors … Read more

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