Walt Disney World News
Walt Disney World News Stories, Rumors, and up-to-date coverage about all things Walt Disney World.
Disney animator Tyrus Wong passes away
Tyrus Wong, a Disney Legend whose artistic style heavily influenced the classic Disney animated feature “Bambi,” has passed away at age 106. As a child, Wong immigrated to America with his father, leaving behind his mother and sister. Wong’s talent and interest in art emerged at an early age and his father encouraged it by … Disney animator Tyrus Wong passes away
Disney wins multiple categories in the Travel Weekly Choice Awards
According to the Disney Parks Blog, Disney was named as the winner of three separate categories of Travel Weekly’s Readers Choice Awards. Travel Weekly’s Readers Choice Awards has 78 categories in total that highlight the best in the travel industry. Categories range from best airline to best theme park. Adventures by Disney won as the … Disney wins multiple categories in the Travel Weekly Choice Awards
New tax rate in 2017 for Disney’s All-Star Resorts
The tax rates at Disney’s All-Star Resorts will be raised to 7.5% beginning January 1, 2017. This part of property is in Osceola County (the rest of property is Orange County), so they operate under a different tax rate. This only affects room rates and will not affect any theme park tickets purchased at those … New tax rate in 2017 for Disney’s All-Star Resorts
New look coming to Characters in Flight Balloon at Disney Springs
The Characters in Flight Balloon at Disney Springs will have a new look in mid-January. The balloon will be closed from January 9-13, and will have a new color scheme when it reopens on January 14. The balloon is tethered and takes a 6-minute trip 400 feet into the air, giving up to 30 guests … New look coming to Characters in Flight Balloon at Disney Springs
NFL Pro Bowlers will visit Walt Disney World this January
The 2017 NFL Pro Bowl will take place at the Orlando Citrus Bowl on Sunday, January 29th, 2017. According to the Disney Parks Blog, the week leading up to the game, the Walt Disney World Resort will host “team practices, youth football events, a Pro Bowl Skills Showdown, and a dodgeball game pitting the AFC … NFL Pro Bowlers will visit Walt Disney World this January
Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside performer ‘YeHaa’ Bob Jackson is stable after car accident
YeHaa Bob, the beloved comedian who performs at the River Roost Lounge at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside, reported on his Facebook page late last night that he’d been in a car accident and although nothing was broken, he is going to stay home for a couple of nights. He mentioned that he does … Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside performer ‘YeHaa’ Bob Jackson is stable after car accident
New Welcome Show set to debut on Cinderella Castle stage at Magic Kingdom Park
As more and more guests arrive early to the Magic Kingdom, Disney Parks is getting ready to enhance their morning arrival experience by opening Main Street, U.S.A. earlier than the rest of the park. Guests will be able to get an even earlier head start on their day as they enjoy the early morning charm … New Welcome Show set to debut on Cinderella Castle stage at Magic Kingdom Park
Limited time button at Epcot for Canada’s 150th birthday
A special commemorative button is now available at Epcot’s Canada pavilion. The button honors the country’s 150th birthday, which is on July 1st, 2017. The buttons will be handed out for free to guests until the country’s birthday, or while supplies last. Disney Parks Blog says that cast members will ask guests fun Canadian themed … Limited time button at Epcot for Canada’s 150th birthday
Reservations now open for Classes and Dining Package at Epcot International Festival of the Arts
Booking has just opened for select experiences that will take place at the brand new Epcot International Festival of the Arts. Guests can sign up now for “interactive workshops like the Gesture Drawing Class, led by former Disney animator Todd Bright. Gesture drawing of people is foundational practice for animators, storyboard artists, and directors. A … Reservations now open for Classes and Dining Package at Epcot International Festival of the Arts
High-end sock store “Stance” opens at Disney Springs
A new store, Stance, has opened up at Disney Springs in the Town Center area. Located between Superdry and Shore, Stance offers high-end socks and underwear for all ages. A wide variety of original patterned socks are available, as the brand “encourages creative self-expression through its eye-catching designs for all ages and genders.” A Disney … High-end sock store “Stance” opens at Disney Springs
Browse Categories
- Adventures by Disney
- Animal Kingdom
- Aulani
- Dining
- Discounts
- Disney At Home
- Disney California Adventure Park
- Disney Cruise Line
- Disney Cruise Line News
- Disney Merchandise
- Disney News
- Disney Springs
- Disney Vacation Club
- Disney Vacation Club News
- Disneyland
- Disneyland Paris
- Disneyland Resort News
- Disneyland Resorts
- Entertainment
- Entertainment News
- Epcot
- History
- Hollywood Studios
- Hong Kong Disneyland
- Magic Kingdom
- NatGeo
- News
- Planning
- Resort Hotels
- SeaWorld
- Travel News
- Universal
- Walt Disney World
- Walt Disney World News
