Rob Whiteside – WDW News Today The Worldwide Leader in Disney Parks News Wed, 06 Sep 2023 12:45:27 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 https://media.wdwnt.com/2024/01/wdwnt-icon-square-9905175-100x100.jpg Rob Whiteside – WDW News Today 32 32 WATCH PARKSCENTER — Halfway to Halloween, An Update on Fantasmic and the Best Character Dining at Disney World! /2023/04/watch-parkscenter-halfway-to-halloween-an-update-on-fantasmic-and-the-best-character-dining-at-disney-world/ Sun, 30 Apr 2023 21:30:49 +0000 https://wdwnt.com/?p=913776&preview=true&preview_id=913776 Join us live tonight, Sunday, April 30, at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV. Each week, we cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are top of mind for the Disney community. We’re back tonight with more news and discussion surrounding the latest ... Read more

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Join us live tonight, Sunday, April 30, at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV.

Each week, we cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are top of mind for the Disney community. We’re back tonight with more news and discussion surrounding the latest happenings in Disney Parks. Join us live at our new time, 9 p.m. ET!

This week, we start by discussing the Fantasmic fire last weekend at Disneyland. We’ll review what happened and talk about what’s next. We also celebrated 25 years at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and we’ll tell you how that went!

Also, Disney has rolled out what they have cooked up to celebrate May the 4th 2023. From activities to food and merch and more! (Including that Grogu sipper!)

Disney announced all the offerings that will be coming for Halloween 2023, including special events, merchandise previews, and a long-awaited new addition to the Haunted Mansion in Magic Kingdom. And we’re covering it all!

Finally, have you ever done a character breakfast at Disney World? Our panel is going to tell you the best and worst of all the options currently available. Watch live and weigh in!

So much to cover, and we’ll pack it all into 90 minutes. You won’t want to miss this special episode of ParksCenter!

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SHOP: Celebrate 25 Years of Disney’s Animal Kingdom with 2 New Shirts from Carousel of Products! /2023/04/25-animal-kingdom-shirts-carousel-of-products/ Mon, 17 Apr 2023 01:06:17 +0000 https://wdwnt.com/?p=907677&preview=true&preview_id=907677 In celebration of the 25th Anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, two new and exclusive designs have been added to the Carousel of Products, the online store offering official WDWNT merchandise and other park-inspired gear. Both shirts pay tribute to the evolution of Walt Disney World’s fourth and wildest theme park! DAK 25 Years – T-Shirt ... Read more

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In celebration of the 25th Anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, two new and exclusive designs have been added to the Carousel of Products, the online store offering official WDWNT merchandise and other park-inspired gear. Both shirts pay tribute to the evolution of Walt Disney World’s fourth and wildest theme park!

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This 25 Years of Exploration t-shirt gives love to the past and present of Disney World’s fourth theme park as it celebrates its milestone anniversary. On the front, you’ll see a single-color version of our own 25th Anniversary logo celebrating Disney’s Animal Kingdom along with the message: “Life’s an adventure with new horizons every day, and that my friends is a reason to celebrate!”.

On the back, logo patches represent some of the lands and attractions throughout the history of the park. The sleeve features the Carousel of Products logo.

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This khaki-colored collared button-down shirt also gives love to the past and present of Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World. An allover pattern also features patches to represent many of the favorite lands and attractions throughout the history of the park.

Grab these limited-edition shirts before they’re gone! The Carousel of Products also has hats, shirts, pins, buttons, masks, and more. Start shopping now at CarouselofProducts.com. It’s a great, big, beautiful place to shop!

Disney’s Animal Kingdom 25th Anniversary Celebration

Disney’s Animal Kingdom will celebrate its 25th anniversary on Earth Day, April 22, 2023. Special merchandise, food and beverage offerings, and more will be available in the park to celebrate. The Animal Kingdom 25th anniversary collection will be released at Island Mercantile, Discovery Trading Company, and Mombasa Marketplace.

Disney PhotoPass will offer both Earth Month and 25th anniversary photo ops around Animal Kingdom starting tomorrow. These include special props, Magic Shots, and more. Another highly anticipated photo op — the Moana meet and greet — will begin on April 22. From now through April 23, Wilderness Explorers have the chance to earn a special badge by completing a limited-time nature challenge. More information is available at any of the Wilderness Explorer locations.

Beloved Muppets Kermit and Animal embarked on an after-hours tour of Disney’s Animal Kingdom in a new video celebrating Earth Month and the 25th anniversary of the park. The Discovery River Character Cruise has also added some new Disney character sightings and meet-and-greets in honor of the celebration. Koda and Kenai from the film “Brother Bear” were spotted cruising along in an Earth Month Flotilla this morning and Tinker Bell, Fawn, King Louie, and Baloo are all greeting guests as part of exclusive anniversary meet-and-greet opportunities.

Will you be joining in on the anniversary celebration at Disney’s Animal Kingdom? If so, be sure to let us know if you’ll be rocking one of our exclusive new “25 Years of Exploration” designs in the comments below!

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WATCH PARKSCENTER — Disney’s Animal Kingdom Turns 25 This Week and What’s Next at Disney Parks! /2023/04/watch-parkscenter-animal-kingdom-25-disney-parks/ Sun, 16 Apr 2023 22:45:43 +0000 https://wdwnt.com/?p=907643&preview=true&preview_id=907643   Join us live tonight, Sunday, April 16th at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV. Each week, we cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are top of mind for the Disney community. We’re back tonight with more news and discussion surrounding the ... Read more

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Join us live tonight, Sunday, April 16th at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV.

Each week, we cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are top of mind for the Disney community. We’re back tonight with more news and discussion surrounding the latest happenings in Disney Parks. Join us live at our new time, 9 p.m. ET!

Fresh on the minds of many guests, Magic Keys returned this week and are basically gone again.

Disney CEO Bob Iger said during the 2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders call that the Premier Pass would not return, allowing guests to travel to both Walt Disney World and Disneyland with the same annual pass. It wasn’t long, though, before it was announced that both the Disneyland Magic Keys and the Walt Disney World Annual Passes would resume sales. As of today, Magic Keys are already mostly sold out and Disney World Annual Passes open up on 4/20.

Tron has officially opened since last we talked, and we’ll take a look at some of the merch, as well as the newly reopened gift shop and the demand for this long-awaited attraction.

Happily Ever After has returned to Magic Kingdom and EPCOT Forever is back to replace Harmonious. This week, we saw the beginning of the barge demolition.

This Saturday is Earth Day and the 25th birthday of Disney World’s fourth and wildest theme park. We’ll talk about a lot of offerings that will be available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to celebrate the occasion.

Finally, we’re taking a look forward at what’s on the horizon for Disney Parks in 2023 and beyond!

So much to cover, and we’ll pack it all into 90 minutes. You won’t want to miss this special episode of ParksCenter!

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WATCH PARKSCENTER — WDW 50th Ends, 100 Years Celebration Begins, and March Madness Wrap-Up! /2023/04/watch-parkscenter-wdw-50th-ends-100-years-celebration-begins-and-march-madness-wrap-up/ Sun, 02 Apr 2023 23:00:45 +0000 https://wdwnt.com/?p=900868&preview=true&preview_id=900868 Join us live tonight, Sunday, April 2nd at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV. Now it’s time to say goodbye, to The World’s Most Magical Celebration! We’re back with more news and discussing the latest happenings in Disney Parks. Also, thanks for joining us live at our new time, ... Read more

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Join us live tonight, Sunday, April 2nd at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV.

Now it’s time to say goodbye, to The World’s Most Magical Celebration!

We’re back with more news and discussing the latest happenings in Disney Parks. Also, thanks for joining us live at our new time, 9 p.m. ET!

March 31st marks the end of Walt Disney World’s 18 Month celebration for their 50th! All the decorations are coming down and many things are returning to normal. But wait, the 100 Years of Wonder celebration is also kicking off at the Florida resort — we’ll be saying goodbye to one party and hello to another tonight.

As part of the changes, Harmonious and Disney Enchantment will make way for the return of Happily Ever After and EPCOT Forever – so those barges are going away. It also looks like we might see the return of a beloved nighttime parade at WDW and another return at Disneyland. We’ll discuss it.

Tron opens this week, There’s a new DVC lounge coming to Disneyland and Easter is almost here! Plus, a look at the Earth Day treats that are coming for the 25th Anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. And, there’s much more to talk about on this week’s jam-packed episode!

Finally, the News Tonight team has crowned a champion in the Single BEST Food Items at Walt Disney World bracket, and we are talking about how it shook out.

So much to cover, and we’ll pack it all into 90 minutes. You won’t want to miss this special episode of ParksCenter!

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WATCH PARKSCENTER —Tron Soft Opens, Roundup BBQ Opens, Toontown Reopens, and a Recap of the WDW Best Food Bracket! /2023/03/parkscenter-tron-roundup-rodeo-toontown-best-food-disney/ Sun, 26 Mar 2023 22:25:45 +0000 https://wdwnt.com/?p=896564&preview=true&preview_id=896564 Join us live tonight, Sunday, March 26th at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV. Isn’t TRON Lightcycle / Run basically open at this point? We’re back with more news and discussing the latest happenings in Disney Parks. Also, thanks for joining us live at our new time, 9 p.m. ... Read more

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Join us live tonight, Sunday, March 26th at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV.

Isn’t TRON Lightcycle / Run basically open at this point?

We’re back with more news and discussing the latest happenings in Disney Parks. Also, thanks for joining us live at our new time, 9 p.m. ET!

It’s been a busy week in Disney Parks news. Last Sunday, Toontown officially reopened in California after a year-long reimagining. We have thoughts on the food, the merch, and the changes to this iconic land. Also, we will take a look at the updates to the Indiana Jones reopening with new magic!

Back at Walt Disney World, Tron has soft-opened to guests and the new Energy Bytes snack stand is also open for business! Reservations are open for creating your own TRON Identity Program Personalized Action Figures and the virtual queue and Lightning Lanes are up and running!

Over at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Andy has officially started welcoming guests to Woody’s Round-Up BBQ, and at EPCOT, more announcements and updates on several projects including Moana, Communicore Hall, and a look at the Mary Poppins project that was put on hold give us a lot to discuss.

Finally, as the News Tonight team argues down the top 64 Single BEST Food Items at Walt Disney World, we give a much more concise recap of last week’s results and a look ahead at what should win!

So much to cover, and we’ll pack it all into 90 minutes. You won’t want to miss this special episode of ParksCenter!

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WATCH PARKSCENTER —Disneyland vs Disney World: Which Magical Kingdom Reigns Supreme? /2023/03/watch-parkscenter-disneyland-vs-disney-world-which-magical-kingdom-reigns-supreme/ Sun, 12 Mar 2023 21:30:45 +0000 https://wdwnt.com/?p=887589&preview=true&preview_id=887589 Join us live tonight, Sunday, March 12th at 10:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV. This week, we compare the Happiest Place on Earth to the Most Magical Place on Earth! We’re back with more news and discussing the latest happenings in Disney Parks. Also, thanks for joining us live ... Read more

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Join us live tonight, Sunday, March 12th at 10:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV.

This week, we compare the Happiest Place on Earth to the Most Magical Place on Earth!

We’re back with more news and discussing the latest happenings in Disney Parks. Also, thanks for joining us live at our new time, 9 p.m. ET!

We start with parks news. This week we’ll discuss more updates for Tron, Happily Ever After, Roundup Rodeo BBQ, and more from around the parks.

We’ll take a peek at the St Patrick’s day treat offerings and the EngineEAR Souvenirs that has finally opened at Disneyland.

Also, Bob Iger talked about the future of the parks, while Josh D’Maro showed off some latest tech at SXSW including a robot that can fall and get back up again that could be teasing a Judy Hopps Meet and Greet coming soon! We’ll talk about all of that.

Finally, our panel is ready to fight about which is the superior Disney – It’s Disneyland Resort vs. the Walt Disney World Resort!

So much to cover, and we’ll pack it all into 90 minutes. You won’t want to miss this special episode of ParksCenter!

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WATCH PARKSCENTER —EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival Begins, Why Cast Members Are the Magic & More! /2023/03/watch-parkscenter-epcot-international-flower-garden-festival-begins-why-cast-members-are-the-magic-more/ Mon, 06 Mar 2023 01:00:01 +0000 https://wdwnt.com/?p=883785&preview=true&preview_id=883785 Join us live tonight, Sunday, March 5th at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV. TRON Lightcycle / Run opens in less than a month, the 2023 EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival has begun, and we share some of the reasons we are always saying Cast Members are the ... Read more

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Join us live tonight, Sunday, March 5th at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV.

TRON Lightcycle / Run opens in less than a month, the 2023 EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival has begun, and we share some of the reasons we are always saying Cast Members are the magic!

We’re back with more news and discussing the latest happenings in Disney Parks. Also, thanks for joining us live at our new time, 9 p.m. ET!

Festivals everywhere! Last week marked the beginning of the 2023 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival in Florida as well as the 2023 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival at Disneyland Resort. We’ll talk about the food, the merch, and more!

Then, in parks news, we have a lot to cover. Starting in Florida, today is the 40th birthday for Figment, Splash Mountain destruction is well underway, Mando made an appearance at Hollywood Studios, and TRON creeps closer to opening with more new details released daily!

Meanwhile, in California, Toontown is opening soon, people can’t stop breaking props in the Runaway Railway queue, Magic Happens has now returned, and Disney teases Rogers: The Musical!

Finally, with all the discussion of Cast Member wages, we wanted to share our thoughts and stories on why Cast Members ARE the magic! So much to cover, and we’ll pack it all into 90 minutes. You won’t want to miss this special episode of ParksCenter!

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WATCH PARKSCENTER —Disneyland 100 Years of Wonder Celebration Begins, Tron is Almost Here, and the Battle for Boarding Groups! /2023/02/watch-parkscenter-disneyland-100-years-of-wonder-celebration-begins-tron-is-almost-here-and-the-battle-for-boarding-groups/ Sun, 05 Feb 2023 22:41:58 +0000 https://wdwnt.com/?p=866374&preview=true&preview_id=866374 Join us live tonight, Sunday, February 5th at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV. We’re back from Disneyland and ready to talk about Runaway Railways, Lightcycles, and the struggle to get a virtual queue! We’re back with more news and discussing the latest happenings in Disney Parks. Also, thanks ... Read more

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Join us live tonight, Sunday, February 5th at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV.

We’re back from Disneyland and ready to talk about Runaway Railways, Lightcycles, and the struggle to get a virtual queue!

We’re back with more news and discussing the latest happenings in Disney Parks. Also, thanks for joining us live at our new time, 9 p.m. ET!

Join us for this week’s episode of ParksCenter as we dive into the exciting events of the 100 Years of Wonder celebration at Disneyland. From the grand opening of Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway to the new Cast Member nametags and the thrilling coin chase, we’ll cover everything that happened last week.

We’ll also bring you the latest news from Disney Parks around the world, including updates on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, Tron Lightcycle Run, Garden Rocks concert lineups, and more. Learn about the delicious Munchling food items, upcoming Valentine treats, and new Meet and Greets at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Finally, we’ll talk about the pros, but mostly cons of the Virtual Queue system. With Runaway Railway just getting it in Disneyland, and the announcement of it coming to Tron at Disney World, it seems like it’s here to stay. We’ll tell you firsthand about the headaches, the heartbreaks, and the tricks we use to grab that all-important reservation.

All of this and more, packed into 90 minutes of non-stop Disney Parks excitement. Don’t miss out on this special episode of ParksCenter!

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WATCH PARKSCENTER — The Universal Episode: Super Nintendo World, HHN in Vegas, Dreamworks Land, and More! /2023/01/watch-parkscenter-the-universal-episode-super-nintendo-world-hhn-in-vegas-dreamworks-land-and-more/ Sun, 22 Jan 2023 22:03:00 +0000 https://wdwnt.com/?p=857215&preview=true&preview_id=857215 Join us live tonight, Sunday, January 22, at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV. There have been so many updates, announcements, and headlines coming from Universal, it needs its own episode! We’re back with more news and discussing the latest happenings in Disney Parks. Also, thanks for joining us ... Read more

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Join us live tonight, Sunday, January 22, at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV.

There have been so many updates, announcements, and headlines coming from Universal, it needs its own episode!

We’re back with more news and discussing the latest happenings in Disney Parks. Also, thanks for joining us live at our new time, 9 p.m. ET!

We’re taking the entire show this week to talk with our Universal Parks team about everything that’s happening!

First, Super Nintendo World opened with technical rehearsals ahead of the pass holder previews, and our reporters were on the scene! They’ll share their review of the land, the attractions, and the food.

They’ll also give you tips and tricks for your first visit when the land opens on February 17.

Then, it’s the latest parks news from Universal, including updates happing in Orlando. The minions are officially invading, the tribute store is moving, and Mardi Gras details have been released.

Over at the KidZone, they’ve closed up the area now, and walls seem to hint at a new Dreamworks land that could be coming. We’ll discuss it.

Finally, we’ll talk about the big announcements for the future, including a new Halloween Horror Nights experience coming to Las Vegas, a new regional park coming to Texas, and the latest on Epic Universe!

So much to cover, and we’ll pack it all into 90 minutes. You won’t want to miss this special episode of ParksCenter!

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WATCH PARKSCENTER — Disney Announces Tron Opening Date, Free Resort Parking, Park Reservation Changes and More! /2023/01/watch-parkscenter-disney-announces-tron-opening-date-free-resort-parking-park-reservation-changes-and-more/ Sun, 15 Jan 2023 20:59:45 +0000 https://wdwnt.com/?p=852134&preview=true&preview_id=852134 Join us live tonight, Sunday, January 15th at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV. Disney announced a slew of changes this week, based on feedback from the guests! And Tron finally has an official opening date! We’re back with more news and discussing the latest happenings in Disney Parks. ... Read more

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Join us live tonight, Sunday, January 15th at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV.

Disney announced a slew of changes this week, based on feedback from the guests! And Tron finally has an official opening date!

We’re back with more news and discussing the latest happenings in Disney Parks. Also, thanks for joining us live at our new time, 9 p.m. ET!

This week in Disney Parks news, Josh D’Amaro said that the new policy changes they’re making are a result of listening to guests. Some of the bigger adjustments include returning to free resort parking for guests, changes to the park reservation system for annual passholders, and additional perks such as ride photos included with Genie+.

As Disneyland prepares for the 100 Years of Wonder, they’ve rolled out some new foods, but also performances of “Fantasmic!” at Disneyland Park have been canceled through February 2, 2023.

In Hong Kong, the new version of Frozen Ever After at Hong Kong Disneyland will have an updated Elsa audio-animatronic that does not have a projected face. Can we get that at EPCOT?

Finally, the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts started Friday and we’re going to talk all about the food, the merch, and all the art and activities! Did you get your FIgment popcorn bucket? Our panel discusses it all.

So much to cover, and we’ll pack it all into 90 minutes. You won’t want to miss this special episode of ParksCenter!

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WATCH PARKSCENTER — Dirty Parks, the 100 Years of Wonder Celebration Begins, and Discussing the Disney Dining Plan! /2023/01/watch-parkscenter-dirty-parks-the-100-years-of-wonder-celebration-begins-and-discussing-the-disney-dining-plan/ Sun, 08 Jan 2023 23:26:21 +0000 https://wdwnt.com/?p=844381&preview=true&preview_id=844381 Join us live tonight, Sunday, January 8th at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV. People have been asking for the return of the Disney Dining Plan, but Disney has released a new alternative. Are we excited about it? We’re back with more news and discussing the latest happenings in ... Read more

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Join us live tonight, Sunday, January 8th at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV.

People have been asking for the return of the Disney Dining Plan, but Disney has released a new alternative. Are we excited about it?

We’re back with more news and discussing the latest happenings in Disney Parks. Also, thanks for joining us live at our new time, 9 p.m. ET!

It’s our first show of the year, and we’ve got a lot to cover!

We start with our parks news, and the official kickoff of the 100 Years of Wonder celebration across the company. New shows, new merch, and more will be coming to the parks, and we’ll take a look at the first batch tonight!

Then, here at WDWNT, we’ve been covering so many instances of the parks in desperate need of cleaning. From Small World to the Monorail and more, we’ll talk about it with the panel.

We also take a look back at the NYE celebrations, a look ahead to the Walt Disney World 50th finale, and a look ahead at 2023 including the latest construction updates on Tron Lightcycle Run and Moana Journey of Water. As well as more news about the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts starting next weekend.

Finally, our panel is talking about the Disney Dining Plan that we lost in 2020, and the new Dining Card offering that Disney is currently promoting. Will the dining plan ever come back? Will we miss it?

So much to cover, and we’ll pack it all into 90 minutes. You won’t want to miss this special episode of ParksCenter!

Also, our WIGS members receive a 30-minute interactive post-show each week, exclusive to our Patreon program.

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WATCH PARKSCENTER — EPCOT Festival of the Arts Preview, Universal Update, and Looking back at Disney Parks News of 2022! /2022/12/watch-parkscenter-epcot-festival-of-the-arts-preview-universal-update-and-looking-back-at-disney-parks-news-of-2022/ Mon, 19 Dec 2022 00:20:45 +0000 https://wdwnt.com/?p=833438&preview=true&preview_id=833438 Join us live tonight, Sunday, December 18th at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV. Super Nintendo World has an opening date, DuckTales take over World Showcase, and our favorite festival is coming! Each week, we cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are ... Read more

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Join us live tonight, Sunday, December 18th at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV.

Super Nintendo World has an opening date, DuckTales take over World Showcase, and our favorite festival is coming!

Each week, we cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are top of mind for the Disney community. Welcome to ParksCenter on WDWNT.TV.!

We’re back with more news and discussing the latest happenings in Disney Parks. Also, thanks for joining us live at our new time, 9 p.m. ET!

It’s the last live show of the year, and we’ve got a lot to cover!

We start with our parks news, featuring a look at the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts including food, merch, and more! Also the launch of the DuckTales World Showcase Adventure, new merch for the 100 Years of Wonder, a new Jose Tiki Mug, Tron Lightcycle Run news, and more!

Then, we head over to talk with our Universal reporter about all the big news up the road. New Escape Rooms, a new Minions Land, and the opening date for Super Nintendo World in Holywood!

Finally, we wrap with a look back at what happened in Disney Parks in 2022. Hard to believe so much went down in the past 365 days. We’ll talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly. Join us live and weigh in!

So much to cover, and we’ll pack it all into 90 minutes. You won’t want to miss this special episode of ParksCenter!

Also, our WIGS members receive a 30-minute interactive post-show each week, exclusive to our Patreon program.

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ParksCenter is broadcast live on YouTube every Sunday, now at 9:00 p.m. ET!

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WATCH PARKSCENTER — More Genie+ Changes, Disney World Ticket Price Hike and Disney’s Best (and Worst) Restrooms! /2022/12/watch-parkscenter-more-genie-changes-disney-world-ticket-price-hike-and-disneys-best-and-worst-restrooms/ Mon, 12 Dec 2022 01:42:01 +0000 https://wdwnt.com/?p=829535&preview=true&preview_id=829535 Join us live tonight, Sunday, December 11th at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV. The price of a one-day Magic Kingdom ticket can now be as high as $189. Each week, we cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are top of mind ... Read more

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Join us live tonight, Sunday, December 11th at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV.

The price of a one-day Magic Kingdom ticket can now be as high as $189.

Each week, we cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are top of mind for the Disney community. Welcome to ParksCenter on WDWNT.TV.!

We’re back with more news and discussing the latest happenings in Disney Parks. Also, thanks for joining us live at our new time, 9pm ET!

his week, we start off with parks news and the latest price hike for tickets in Florida. As previously reported, Walt Disney World has introduced park-specific pricing for one-day, one-park tickets. That new pricing structure is now in effect.

Then, with the Avatar sequel hitting theaters this weekend, Disney Parks are already starting to celebrate. And director James Cameron apparently wants Flight of Passage to get an update, too!

We’ve some construction updates to talk about, with new movement on Moana Journey of Water and Tron Lightcycle Run moving forward, and the new Polynesian expansion starting to progress.

Genie+ will now allow you to make modifications to your reservations. That’s the good news, the bad news for Disney, is that Disney is being sued over alleged patent infringement for Genie and Genie+ technologies. What will this mean for the app?

Finally, we wrap up with a panel discussion about the best and worst restrooms in Disney Parks. Join us live and weigh in!

So much to cover, and we’ll pack it all into 90 minutes. You won’t want to miss this special episode of ParksCenter!

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ParksCenter is broadcast live on YouTube every Sunday, now at 9:00 p.m. ET!

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WATCH PARKSCENTER — The New Iger Era is Here, Magic Keys Came and Went, EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Begins! /2022/12/watch-parkscenter-the-new-iger-era-is-here-magic-keys-came-and-went-epcot-international-festival-of-the-holidays-begins/ Sun, 04 Dec 2022 23:54:55 +0000 https://wdwnt.com/?p=825443&preview=true&preview_id=825443 Join us live tonight, Sunday, December 4th, now at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV. So much has happened while we were away, catch up with the latest Disney Parks news on ParskcCenter! Each week, we cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that ... Read more

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Join us live tonight, Sunday, December 4th, now at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV.

So much has happened while we were away, catch up with the latest Disney Parks news on ParskcCenter!

Each week, we cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are top of mind for the Disney community. Welcome to ParksCenter on WDWNT.TV.!

We’re back with more news and discussing the latest happenings in Disney Parks. Also, thanks for joining us live at our new time, 9pm ET!

Bob Chapek is out and Bob Iger is back! While this should be amazing news for Disney fans everywhere, what will it mean for the parks, and how soon will we start seeing some changes? We’ll discuss in our pressing issues segment.

In Parks news, the holidays are in full swing! Disneyland and Disney World are decorated and full of fun offerings. We’ll talk through some of our favorites that you won’t want to miss.

The biggest change since we’ve talked was the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, which started on November 25th and will continue through the end of the year. Also, while we were away, Magic Keys went back on sale again at Disneyland, and then sold out almost immediately.

At Walt Disney World, we now have an idea of when we will see the return of the train at Magic Kingdom, and the opening of Tron Lightcycle Run. We also look at an interesting change to Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure in EPCOT, and talk about the news that the trams might not be back for a while at EPCOT or Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

So much to cover, and we’ll pack it all into 90 minutes. You won’t want to miss this special episode of ParksCenter!

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ParksCenter is broadcast live on YouTube every Sunday, now at 9:00 p.m. ET!

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WATCH PARKSCENTER — Discussing Disney Q4 Earnings, The Holidays at the Parks, and The Best Water Park in Orlando? /2022/11/watch-parkscenter-discussing-disney-q4-earnings-the-holidays-at-the-parks-and-the-best-water-park-in-orlando/ Sun, 13 Nov 2022 22:46:06 +0000 https://wdwnt.com/?p=813889&preview=true&preview_id=813889 Join us live tonight, Sunday, November 6th, now at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV. After two and a half years, Fantasmic has returned to the East Coast, and we’ll talk about the show and the changes! Each week, we cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and ... Read more

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Join us live tonight, Sunday, November 6th, now at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV.

After two and a half years, Fantasmic has returned to the East Coast, and we’ll talk about the show and the changes!

Each week, we cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are top of mind for the Disney community. Welcome to ParksCenter on WDWNT.TV!

We’re back with more news and discussing the latest happenings in Disney Parks. Also, thanks for joining us live at our new time, 9 p.m. ET!

So much has happened since we last talked!

Blizzard Beach reopened with a few changes, including elements from Frozen. Is this the best water park in Orlando? Or is this change just not enough?

In Parks news, Hurricane Nicole invaded Orlando last week, and Disney was ready. Also, the Q4 earnings call dropped, and now analysts are after the CEO due to falling stock prices. Meanwhile, the company is having a hiring freeze and buckling up for a possible recession – how will this affect the parks?

Black Panther has landed in the parks after hitting theaters last Friday, Passholders were treated to a special showing of Fantasmic, and Tokyo debuted a new nighttime show!

Finally, after talking about it for weeks, the holidays are here! We’ll be pointing out some of our favorite treats on both coats, taking a look at the merch, entertainment, and decor, and giving our thoughts on this year’s Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party!

You won’t want to miss this special episode of ParksCenter!

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