Tag: Walt Disney World Resort
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New Merchandise Exclusive to Annual Passholders Revealed for 2019 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
The 2019 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival is now offering guests the best that Disney has to offer in terms of food, beverages, and entertainment at the Walt Disney World Resort. This week, some Walt Disney World Annual Passholder (AP) exclusive merchandise was revealed for APs visiting Epcot for this festival. First off, there…
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New Paths for Disney – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! This week, there are a lot of new paths (literally and figuratively) happening around Disney. First off, the new pedestrian path has opened that is connecting the Disneyland Resort parking with Downtown Disney District and that parks. On top of the new path to the parks, some ghosts are making…
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Lake County’s East Ridge High School Recipient of $20,000 Gift from Walt Disney World Resort
The donation will contribute to restoring the band program so students can march forward into the school year. LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. Sept. 13, 2019 —Following a devastating fire at East Ridge High School that damaged band equipment, rehearsal space, and students’ personal instruments, the Central Florida community came together with an outpouring of support…
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Disney’s Maleficent: Mistress of Evil Sneak Peek Coming to Disney California Adventure and Disney’s Hollywood Studios
A sneak peek of the upcoming Disney film, Maleficent: Mistress of Evil will be coming to Disney California Adventure and Disney’s Hollywood Studios starting on September 27th. The sequel to Maleficent, which was released five years ago, continues the story. Disney Parks fans will be privy to the sneak peek at both the Disneyland and…
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Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Ride Vehicles Revealed by Disney
At the D23 Expo last month, Disney Chairman of Parks, Products and Experiences Bob Chapek revealed the name of the Guardians of the Galaxy attraction that is currently being built at Epcot. He revealed that Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind would be a family-friendly “storytelling coaster.” Its vehicles will rotate 360 degrees and even…
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom to Offer New Year’s Eve 2019 Celebration!
There are many places to celebrate New Year’s Eve 2019. This year, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is one of them! The park will remain open until midnight for guests to celebrate New Year’s Eve on December 31, 2019. The entire park will come even more alive for the celebration. DJs will be found in Asia, Discovery…
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Altruistic Boy Surprised with Dream Trip After Using Money Saved for Walt Disney World Vacation to Feed Hurricane Evacuees
Jermaine Bell’s story captivated America, and Mickey Mouse made a surprise visit on Jermaine’s birthday with an invitation to visit Walt Disney World Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Sept. 9, 2019) – Six-year-old Jermaine Bell of Jacksonville, Fla., spent more than a year saving money for his birthday trip to the Walt Disney World Resort…
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Epcot International Festival of the Arts Returns in 2020
The Epcot International Festival of the Arts will be returning to the Walt Disney World Resort at the beginning of 2020. Starting on January 17, 2020, and continuing through February 24, 2020, this festival will offer guests the chance to experience art in a truly Disney way. The festival will offer visual, culinary and performing arts…
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Walt Disney World Offering Mobile Ordering in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Mobile ordering has arrived at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at the Walt Disney World Resort. Just weeks after opening the second Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge expansion in a Disney theme park, the service is arriving at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The service will be rolled out throughout the week. The Milk Stand and Ronto Roasters are…
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New Baby Eland Arrives At Walt Disney World Resort As Storm Departs
This week most of the news surrounding the Walt Disney World Resort has been focused on Hurricane Dorian. However, as the storm mainly passed the Walt Disney World Resort without causing too many disruptions. As the storm continued past the Walt Disney World Resort, Cast Members were kept busy preparing for the storm to arrive.…
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Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – 10 Must-Do Experiences Inside the New Land
At more than 14 acres, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is the largest single-themed land in Disney Parks history, packed with immersive storytelling that allows guests to live their own Star Wars adventures. With so much to take in when the land opens Aug. 29, 2019, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida, here are 10 “must-do”…
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Walt Disney World Releases Adjusted Hours Ahead of Hurricane Dorian [Updated]
The Walt Disney World Resort has released new information about its hours ahead of the arrival of Hurricane Dorian. The hurricane has not reached Florida yet but ahead of its arrival, Disney has released several updates: Walt Disney World Resort Parks The Walt Disney World Resort will update its hours on September 3rd to the…
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Walt Disney World Resort Provides Updates Ahead of Hurricane Dorian
Hurricane Dorian is expected to make landfall on the East coast of the United States early next week. Currently, it is a category 5 storm that could make landfall anywhere from Florida to the Carolinas. Ahead of the storm arriving, the Walt Disney World Resort has released a statement on how it will impact its…
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Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and Beyond! – Opening Day Attraction Wait Times Throughout The Years
The Opening Day of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios brought huge crowds that arrived at the Park in the very, very early hours of the morning. Disney’s Hollywood Studios was scheduled to open at 6 am today, tomorrow, and Saturday for all guests, even those not staying at a Disney Resort. Guests…
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Cirque du Soleil and Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Announce Tickets Are on Sale Now for New Show Coming to Walt Disney World Resort
New Cirque du Soleil production to premiere spring 2020 at Disney Springs LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (August 25, 2019) – Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group and Disney Parks, Experiences and Products have announced tickets are on sale for the highly anticipated new show coming to the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.…
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Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Now Open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
This morning Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This new land will allow guests to live their Star Wars adventure as they fly the Millennium Falcon, relax at Oga’s Cantina, shop in the local market, or enjoy a meal at Docking Bay 7. Guests will also have the opportunity to be a…
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Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Dedicated at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at the Walt Disney World Resort
This morning Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge was dedicated at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at the Walt Disney World Resort. This comes a day before guests will be welcomed to Batuu at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Bob Chapek led the ceremony with Hondo Ohnaka, Vi Moradi, Chewbacca, R2-D2 and BB-8 joining as well. The event began with Hondo…
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3 Magical Days – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 947 (#465)
Welcome to a jam-packed week of GEEKS CORNER! Fresh off the D23 Expo weekend, the geeks discuss some of the highlights from the weekend! This includes discussion and analysis of the Disney+ panel, the Walt Disney Studios panel, and the Disney Parks, Experiences and Products panel. The geeks talk about changes coming to Disneyland and…
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Walt Disney World Resort Offers More Disney After Hour Events at Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Disney After Hours continues to offer Disney guests opportunities to experience the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom in a unique way! Guests going to these parties get three hours in the Magic Kingdom or Disney’s Animal Kingdom all to themselves! They are also allowed to arrive at the respective park at 7:00 pm before…
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The Magic of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – An Observation
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is now several months into operation at the Disneyland Resort and will soon be open at the Walt Disney World Resort. Since opening on the West Coast, there has been a lot of observation, analysis, and speculation on how successful it has been for the Disneyland Resort. The opinions have varied…
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Differences – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to this week’s edition of the DISNEY Reporter. This week there is a wide variety of Disney and geek headlines to cover. Things start with last weekend’s CHOC Walk in the Park! It raised over $2.5 million for the Children’s Hospital of Orange County! This week LEGO also unveiled a new Disney train set…
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New Season Pass Arrives for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom at the Walt Disney World Resort!
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party returns to the Magic Kingdom at the Walt Disney World Resort today. With this return comes a new offering for guests wanting to have the ultimate Disney Halloween experience. This year, a new season pass for the Halloween party is being offered. The new Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Pass will allow…
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Walt Disney World Unveils New Wedding Locations at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
Getting married at a Disney Resort is like adding a healthy dose of pixie dust on the most magical day of most people’s lives. Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings has magical wedding venues around the globe for couples to give their big day a healthy dose of Disney magic. Now, they have shared some new options…