Archive for April, 2008
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Friday, April 25th, 2008While I cannot say whether or not I experienced the new Toy Story Mania attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this week, I can share a few news bites about the soon-to-open interactive adventure.
-Cast Member previews were originally scheduled for this weekend, but are now going to take place from May 2-4, 2008. However, some guests [...]
Hold On, We’re Commin’
Thursday, April 24th, 2008Sorry about the lack of posting this week, but between the WDWCelebrations event preparation and the tons of research I’ve been up to the last few days, It has been hard. As we speak, I’m sitting in Orlando International Airport waiting for my flight back to New York, eager to share all of my experiences [...]
“May the Merchandise Be With You”
Wednesday, April 23rd, 2008Those of you attending the Star Wars Weekend events during the month of June at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be interested to know that the event is getting it’s own specialized shop. The shop will be located next to Toy Story Mania in Pixar Place, the old Sorcerer Mickey meet and greet location. This shopping [...]
A Wild Time At “A Wild Decade”
Tuesday, April 22nd, 2008The entire WDWCelebrations crew is recovering from what was an amazing day and event at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park and would like to thank the many who joined us. WDWNT would like to tell all of our readers that we will be bringing you complete coverage of the 10th anniversary events as soon as possible. [...]
Celebrating A Wild Decade!
Tuesday, April 22nd, 2008WDW News Today would like to wish Disney’s Animal Kingdom a Happy Birthday! With 10 years of being open and bringing us all the nature, beauty, and thrill rides out there, thanks Disney for creating an amazing experience. It truly has been “A Wild Decade”!
Stay tuned to WDW News Today later in the week for [...]
Podcast Episode 39 Now Available for Download
Sunday, April 20th, 2008To subscribe to the WDW News Today podcast on iTunes, go to this link. If you do not have Itunes, visit our Podcast Download Directory to download or listen to all of our shows.
Join Tom Corless, Luke Manning, and a cast including Jason Diffendal, John Rick, Nick McLamb, and Lee Scott for a show that Bridges [...]
We’re Ready To Go
Sunday, April 20th, 2008In just a few hours, most of the WDW News Today staff will be heading into the Walt Disney World resort for what should be a fun and exciting week. Of course, the big reason we’re all going is to be a part of WDWCelebration’s “A Wild Decade” event, celebrating ten years of Disney’s Animal Kingdom [...]
What’s In a Name?
Friday, April 18th, 2008Yesterland.com is now featuring an excellent article recapping and explaining the reasons behind the name change from “The Disney MGM Studios” to “Disney’s Hollywood Studios” earlier this year. It is truly an exciting read, as there are a few little known facts about the relationship and deal between Disney and MGM, as well as just [...]
4/17/08 Jose Eber Update
Thursday, April 17th, 2008This time around, I’ll let Jose explain in his video, Enjoy!!!
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Catching Some Rays
Thursday, April 17th, 2008MICKEY AT THE BAT: Limited-edition, mini-bobbleheads of Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy in Tampa Bay Rays uniforms are available to the first 2,500 kids ages 14 and under attending each of the Tampa Bay Rays three games against the Toronto Blue Jays at Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex, April 22-24. Individual tickets for [...]
Haunted Mansion Pin Releases This Friday
Wednesday, April 16th, 2008Quickly becoming a worthy news headline is the release of 8 Haunted Mansion pins on Friday April 18, 2008 that will be available individually, in a packaged collectors set, and in a framed set. While these pins were initially released and caused a buzz among Disney Pin Traders a few months ago, the release location [...]
Prince Caspian is Going to Hollywood
Wednesday, April 16th, 2008Disney has put out a press release for the upcoming ”Journey into Narnia: Prince Caspian” exhibit at Disney’s Hollywood Studios:
Scheduled to open summer 2008 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Journey into Narnia: Prince Caspian will offer guests interactive experiences. Guests will be able to:
-Enter the fascinating world behind the making of The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian
-Meet Prince Caspian
-Explore [...]
Speed on The Seven Seas
Tuesday, April 15th, 2008Guests have a new way to “make waves†across Walt Disney World Resort waterways aboard a personal Sea Raycer watercraft. These mini-powerboats can seat two people and are available for rent at any Magic Kingdom resort area marina. Guests can experience water adventures with a Sea Raycer as well as several other styles of watercraft [...]
4/14/08 Jose Eber Update
Monday, April 14th, 2008Jose Eber returns with another video update from Walt Disney World!!! This time, Jose updates us on American Idol and Pixar Place construction, as well as some other minor updates from Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Enjoy!!!
Fort Wilderness Facelift
Monday, April 14th, 2008
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — An outdoor adventure that has been a favorite with Walt Disney World guests since 1971 is receiving some enhancements. As part of a resort-wide renovation project, on now, changes are coming or already in place across the 700 acres of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground.
“Over the last 37 [...]