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Mandara Spa at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel to Close Permanently on July 10th, 2019

June 19, 2019

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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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Guests with reservations booked for beyond July 10th, 2019 at the Mandara Spa at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa are being informed that their reservations have been canceled. Mandara Spa is a full-service spa and salon located inside Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. It is not operated by the Walt Disney Company, but rather … Read more

The Classic ImageWorks Rainbow Tunnel Will Return in the New “Epcot Experience Center” Inside The Odyssey Later This Year

June 19, 2019

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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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Many a childhood was shaped by Epcot’s Imagination pavilion. While most regard the original Journey Into Imagination attraction as quite possibly the greatest theme park ride ever built, there was certainly a lot of memorable things to see and do upstairs, above the ride, in the ImageWorks play area. The one thing from the now-defunct … Read more

RUMOR: Disney World to Replace Country Bear Jamboree with Toy Story Marionette Show for Magic Kingdom’s 50th Anniversary

June 17, 2019June 17, 2019

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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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I honestly wish I was making this up or was publishing this article about a far-off, distant rumor, but the Bob Chapek mandate that the Disney Parks be used to “leverage intellectual properties” will likely claim the existence of a beloved, original attraction that is the definition of a Magic Kingdom classic—and do it just before … Read more

PHOTOS: Forky Character Prop Added to Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

June 14, 2019

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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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While Disneyland is removing sporks from Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo, Woody’s Lunchbox just added a BIG one… A large Forky prop now stands just outside of Woody’s Lunchbox in Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. If you don’t know who he is, don’t worry. There’s a sign. If the inclusion of Bonnie’s … Read more

PHOTOS: The Main Street Cinema at Disneyland Park Has Been Turned Into A Store

June 14, 2019

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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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They seemingly held out as long as they could. While Walt Disney World’s Main Street Cinema was converted into a store all the way back in 1998, it seemed like Disneyland would never pull the trigger on the conversion of their 1955 staple. Well, under the Bob Chapek administration, you never say never. That’s right, … Read more

REVIEW: New Destroyer Punch, Galaxy Juice, I Am Root Float, and More Celebrate Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live at Fife & Drum Tavern in Epcot

June 14, 2019

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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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It’s time to rock to the cosmic groove while stirring up an appetite because “Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live!” is back at Epcot! This out-of-this-world musical event features your favorite Guardians and their alien band jamming out to timeless classics from the ’70s and ’80s. And in addition to singing and dancing, Disney … Read more

REVIEW: New Space Sandwich, Awesome Mix Plate, Cosmic Cake, and Rocket Fuel Celebrate Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live at Liberty Inn in Epcot

June 14, 2019June 14, 2019

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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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It’s time to rock to the cosmic groove while stirring up an appetite because “Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live!” is back at Epcot! This out-of-this-world musical event features your favorite Guardians and their alien band jamming out to timeless classics from the ’70s and ’80s. And in addition to singing and dancing, Disney … Read more

TONIGHT on WDW News Tonight (6/13/19): Star Wars – Galaxy’s Edge, Tony’s Town Squares, Nick Tries to Make Tony’s Red Sauce

June 13, 2019

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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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Tonight! WDW News Tonight is back! MAY THE SPORK BE WITH YOU, ALWAYS! The show can be watched live at WDWNTunes.com on your computer or mobile device (but it is also available on Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube). You can also use WDWNT: The App to watch and chat along. The show also utilizes a live … Read more

PHOTOS: New Star Wars Shoulder Porg Plush Lands at Disney Parks

June 11, 2019June 11, 2019

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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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If a Porg puppet from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is a little too big and cumbersome for you to lug on your next expedition to Black Spire Outpost, maybe this new, smaller shoulder Porg will be just the right size. In the same vein as the shoulder Groot plush that guests out in Disney’s California … Read more

REVIEW: New Shrimp Spring Salad, Chicken Coq au Vin, and Crème Brûlée for Lunch at Be Our Guest in the Magic Kingdom

June 11, 2019

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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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Yes, we’re back at Be Our Guest for lunch. Don’t believe me? Ask the dishes. Even more items were added to the lunch menu here, and we had to make a second trip to finish sampling them all. We already reviewed the new Cannellini Bean Cassoulet, Chicken Spring Salad, and the Corn Bisque that replaced … Read more

PHOTOS: Disney Shares Clearer Images of “Illuminations: Reflections of Earth” Farewell Merchandise

June 11, 2019

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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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Disney is celebrating the farewell season of “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” at Epcot this summer. And today, they have a slightly clearer sneak peek of special, limited-time “IllumiNations” merchandise you’ll be able to find at the park beginning June 17 while supplies last. This “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” “farewell” T-shirt featuring Mickey Mouse and matching … Read more

Annual Passholder 20% Lunch Discounts Now Available at Select Disney World Table Service Restaurants

June 11, 2019

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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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This summer, Walt Disney World Annual Passholders are able to save some money at table service restaurants without the use of a Tables in Wonderland card. From June 11 through July 2, Passholders who visit select restaurants will be able to enjoy a 20% savings during lunch service. The following restaurants are offering this special … Read more

REVIEW: Three Bridges Bar & Grill at Villa Del Lago Opens to Guests at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

June 10, 2019

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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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First, there were bridges (and a newly-designed trash can.) Then, there was a menu. Today, we braved the rain to bring you some of the most exciting news at Walt Disney World to date: the Three Bridges Bar & Grill at Villa del Lago in Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort has finally opened! Let’s set the … Read more

Canceled Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Dinner Show Restaurant Will Come to Life in Disney World’s Star Wars Hotel

June 10, 2019

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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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How many of you remember watching the Disneyland 60th Anniversary TV special on ABC back in 2016? Do you remember when Harrison Ford introduced a short preview segment about the newly announced “Star Wars Land” for Disney Parks? If you do, you probably remember seeing concept art for what looked like a dinner show restaurant. Well, … Read more

REVIEW: Disney Villains After Hours Adds Wicked Value to Magic Kingdom’s Add-On Nighttime Event

June 7, 2019

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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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On Thursday night, I paid to attend the very first Disney Villains After Hours event at The Magic Kingdom. I note that I paid once more because most sites providing reviews of this event did not, even though they are now claiming that they attend these AGAIN later as paying guests to provide some credibility … Read more

New “Magic Happens” Daytime Parade to Debut at Disneyland Park in 2020

June 7, 2019

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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.

Now is a good time to get in your last views of Disneyland’s long-running Soundsational Parade as this will be its very last year hitting the parade route of Disneyland Park. Come 2020, a new completely new daytime parade will grace Main Street U.S.A. for the first time in nearly 9 years. Mickey’s Soundsational Parade … Read more

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