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PHOTO REPORT: Epcot 8/18/16 (Mexico Climbers, Oswald, Figment Removal, ETC.)

WDWNT on September 2, 2016

We take a short trip to Epcot in our latest photo report, catching up on a few minor changes around the park, as well as some new merchandise items for sale.

No Climbing at the Mexico Pavilion

No Climbing Sign on the Mexico Pavilion at Epcot

So, the old sign was clearly ripped off and these new signs using an Epcot font put in place. I only hope these are temporary as they damaged the wall underneath and these look no better than what was already there.

No Climbing Sign on the Mexico Pavilion at Epcot

New Merchandise Round-Up

It wouldn’t be a photo report if I wasn’t hocking some of Disney’s latest souvenirs you could take home…

Peter Pan Snowglobe

The Peter Pan’s Flight snow-globe was remade without Tinker Bell on the top. The Tink statue was too fragile and was breaking in transit, so they just placed Peter’s hat on top of the new version.

Oswald basketball jersey

Some new basketball and baseball style jerseys are on sale in MouseGear, including this sleek Oswald one.

Oswald basketball jersey

There’s also a Mickey Mouse baseball jersey

Mickey Mouse baseball jersey

Walt Disney World baseball jersey

Fab 4 Basketball Jersey

Pin Central has a TON of open edition Halloween pins on sale currently (and yes, it is still mid-August).

Star Wars Halloween pin

Star Wars character Halloween pins were expanded this year, but the variety from last year are still available as well.

Star Wars Halloween pin

Disney Parks bicycle accessories

Strange enough, a line of bicycle accessories is now hitting stores around Walt Disney World.

Disney Parks bicycle accessories

Strange Things are Happening at the Imagination Pavilion

Journey Into Imagination queue

Strange things continue to happen at the Imagination pavilion, like this now wide open backstage walkway in the Journey Into Imagination queue. There used to be a metal gate here.

Journey Into Imagination queue

All of the projectors in the queue were also set to stationary, so there was no Figment appearing every few seconds.

Journey Into Imagination exit

The Figment footprints are still missing in the exit hallway, likely gone for good at this point.

Journey Into Imagination exit

Karamel Kuche

For my birthday, a group of friends decided to buy me some treats from the Karamel Kuche in Germany since I had never tried anything from there before. Everything was pretty amazing, so I’ll definitely be back.

Karamel Kuche at Epcot

We also tried a shot of this fig drink, which was… interesting…

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Hollywood Studios 8/16/16 (Halloween Merchandise, PizzeRizzo, Star Wars, ETC.)

WDWNT on August 18, 2016

I made a short trip over to Disney’s Hollywood Studios thsi weekend to see what was new and exciting around the park, and honestly, a lot more had changed in a week than I had expected. This trip, we’ll take a look at the Halloween merchandise the Disney Parks will be selling this year (yes, it is mid-August), some new Star Wars merchandise, the latest progress on the Muppets Courtyard overhaul (including the Muppets eatery, PizzeRizzo), and the rather earnest start to the demolition of the Streets of America area.

Halloween 2016 Merchandise Arrives at Walt Disney World

Halloween 2016 merchandise has landed at the Walt Disney World Resort

A rather large assortment of Halloween merchandise can already be found in the Celebrity 5 & 10 store on Hollywood Boulevard.

Halloween 2016 merchandise has landed at the Walt Disney World Resort

Stitch vampire antenna topper

Hanging Trick or Treat sign

Halloween 2016 mug

Halloween 2016 merchandise has landed at the Walt Disney World Resort

I don’t even really know what this is…

How is this $19.99?

New for 2016 Mickey Mouse Halloween Plush

New for 2016 Minnie Mouse Halloween Plush

Mickey Mouse spider antenna topper

Large metal Mickey Mouse Jack-O-Lantern

Halloween 2016 plate

Halloween 2016 bowl

Halloween 2016 countdown calendar

Halloween 2016 ceramic jack-o-lantern

Halloween 2016 headwear

Oasis Canteen Tries to Dig Up Some Customers

Oasis Canteen

Oasis Canteen, near the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular, might have the most reprinted menu in all of Walt Disney World.

Oasis Canteen

The menu was remade once more, this time with pictures of most of the offerings. As good as it might look, stay away from the Mickey Brownie…

New Star Wars Merchandise

New Star Wars toys

All 4 of the Star Wars wind up toys are now on sale at Tatooine Traders.

New Star Wars toys

Streets of America Demolition & Muppets Courtyard Overhaul

Streets of America demolition

Much of the New York Street facade has been gutted of anything useful at this point and is just an empty shell.

Streets of America demolition

Speakers that play the Muppets Courtyard music were ripped from the structure, so they now rest on temporary speaker stands behind the Star Wars construction walls.

Streets of America demolition

MuppetVision 3-D

Gone are posters for the ABC television series The Muppets and back are the original MuppetVision 3-D posters.

PizzeRizzo

Work continues on PizzeRizzo, opening this Fall.

PizzeRizzo

Railings were installed on the second level patio this week.

PizzeRizzo

The faux fire escape was also installed above the main entrance.

PizzeRizzo

Streets of America demolition

The pile of rubble behind MuppetVision 3-D remains.

Streets of America demolition

A rather large wall from a New York Street facade is now missing, likely meaning that the removal of the area has finally begun.

Streets of America demolition

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Dirk Wallen’s 8/7/14 Magic Kingdom Photo Report (Hub Work, Halloween Merch, Mansion Store, ETC.)

WDWNT on September 5, 2014

WDWNT Reporter Dirk Wallen returns with some fantastic, newsworthy photos from the Magic Kingdom to share with us, so let’s take a look at what’s new:

The parking lot at the Vacation Club wing at the Polynesian is taking shape

Work continues on the Hub expansion at the Magic Kingdom

Halloween merchandise has arrived

This year’s shirt features Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion

Mad Hatter Mocha cake cup served at Cheshire Café

The Seven Dwarfs Mine store is closed for refurbishment, but it’s unclear if it will return as the same store or carry Seven Dwarfs merchandise currently on sale at Hundred Acre Goods

The Yankee Trader is now closed for conversion into The Haunted Mansion-themed store

REVIEW: Minor Changes Enhance Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2013

WDWNT on October 29, 2013

I attended the very fist Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party on Tuesday and I am very happy to report that the offerings this year were much improved over years past. In short, a lot of small changes and additions did not go unnoticed.

First off, if you want to pick up this year’s exclusive Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom card, I suggest you make that your first stop at the party. The card is available in limited quantities at each party and after they run out, well, Disney then starts to hand out the Chip and Dale card that was given out in 2012.

Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade, still pretty much the best parade you can see anywhere in Orlando, saw some minor changes this year. The Country Bears are now roaming around the route instead of on a float. Also, 3 of the cone units from the now-defunct Block Party Bash were repainted as candy corn and have found a new home towards the end of the parade.

Here’s a full video of this year’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade:

When they announced that the Tomorrowland Dance Party would get a Monsters Inc. overlay this year, I couldn’t have been less interested. However, seeing this party in person, all I can say is that I am stunned at the investment from Disney. The DJ’s costume, the set pieces, and the characters used really make for a fun experience. As much as I wanted to dislike this, the giant laugh canisters and the DJ’s CDA costume were just too much fun.

Here’s some video of the Monstrous Scream-O-Ween Dance Party in Tomorrowland:

The merchandise this year was also well done. Here is the t-shirt design available at the parties in 2013:

There was also an assortment of event exclusive pins available as always. However, my favorite merchandise offering had to be this brand new Mickey Mouse Hatbox Ghost popcorn bucket:

The biggest addition to this year’s party is easily the new meet and greet with Jack Skellington and Sally from The Nightmare Before Christmas. The line fot his was so long, I didn’t even get near the photo area. The line was constantly over an hour-and-a-half except during the first parade. That would be my suggested time to visit if you need to meet this pair.

The candy quality was once again improved upon this year. Our bags were full of quality, name-brand candy when we left at Midnight. Kudos to Disney on making sure you at least get quality candy for your money. Oh, and don’t forget to get some Peeps on the way out of the park!

Overall, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party was as much fun as it always is. I’m glad to see many improvements, even if they are small, being made annually to this event. As always, I highly suggest that you attend this party if you have the chance as it always proves to be a great night at the Magic Kingdom.

Tokyo Halloween Juniors for 2013

WDWNT on September 17, 2013

Vinylmation Exchange has posted a photo of a pair of Halloween themed Juniors that are set for a September 3rd release in Tokyo Disneyland.

Halloween Merchandise at Disney Parks Features New Items & Returning Favorites

WDWNT on September 13, 2013

Halloween merchandise has arrived at Disney Parks! The assortment includes some new items as well as returning favorites, and includes home and decorative goods, plush, pins, Vinylmations, softlines, souvenirs, and more.

This year there are new antenna toppers, featuring a scarecrow, a ghost Mickey Mouse, and pumpkins. There’ll be a Hitchhiking Ghost topper coming in October.

Another new item that looks awesome is the Singing Busts ornament set. A nice complement to the other Haunted Mansion home items that were introduced last February, this set features five stylized busts inspired by the graveyard scene, and was designed by Disney Design Group artist Costa Alavezos.

Being released September 20th are two new 3-inch Vinylmation figures designed by artist Caley Hicks of the Disney Design Group .

And starting September 10th, you can begin looking forward to a number of new pins created especially for the Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom Park. Here are Chip n’ Dale, and a collection of Happy Haunts.

Following are some of the other Halloween merchandise you can look forward to.

How about a Halloween Duffy Bear?

A variety of buckets, including Halloween Ghost Buckets,

Halloween Popcorn Buckets,

and Halloween Trick-or-Treat Buckets!

Here are some Halloween Flags that look pretty cool.

And of course Halloween Ear Hats.

A number of Halloween T-Shirt designs for Kids and Adults

And let’s not forget Madam Leota Globes

You can also find many of these items and more in the Disney Parks online store. I hope you can find just the merchandise to put you in the spirit!

Continue to follow WDW News Today for all your Disney Halloween news.

Dirk Wallen’s 8/11-12/13 WDW Photo Report

WDWNT on September 13, 2013

WDWNT Reporter Dirk Wallen recently visited three of the Walt Disney World theme parks and has a number of newsworthy photos to share with us from his trip. With all the D23 Expo coverage we’ve been dealing with, it has taken a while to get to this report, but better late than never, so let’s take a look:

No more Lone Ranger preview… it’s not really playing at many theaters anymore…

MuppetVision 3-D is closed for refurbishment

Sofia the first debuted at Disney’s Hollywood Studios recently

She has a nice backdrop for her meet and greet

Disney Infinity billboards are up at the Backlot Tour

Also, the 1-2-3 Mickey Mouse has been decorated to celebrate Planes…

At Epcot, work continues on adding more of the new turnstiles

FastPass+ entrance at Spaceship Earth

This food cart behind Spaceship Earth has finally opened!

No more tarps up on Fountain View and signage has been installed

FastPass+ at Turtle Talk with Crush

Work continues on Spice Road Table in Morocco

Moving to the Magic Kingdom, Halloween merchandise has been released across property

Haunted Mansion singing bust ornaments

The shirt is the same design from last year, but says 2013

Light-up popcorn bucket

During a recent refurbishment, new boats were installed at Pirates of the Caribbean

They look great and don’t bottom out, but they have been getting guests a lot more wet than the old boats and make a horrible squeaking noise when they bump into each other…

The Magic Kingdom now sells the most expensive fruit ever… let’s end with this…

Halloween 2013 Figures Revealed

WDWNT on August 27, 2013

Caley Hicks had the honors of designing up some Halloween treats for us this year. I’d say, she succeeded in tempting my Vinylmation sweet tooth. There will be two to choose from this year. Both are Limited Release that will go up for sale on September 20 in the parks and online for $14.95 a piece. First up is Vampire Stitch.

The artists have really learned how to make Stitch work on the Mickey canvas over the years. This looks spectacular. Stitch has the most evil, up to no good grin on his face that covers the whole head. There are also two fangs sticking out. Then, he uses the much needed cape DDG developed that they use well throughout the product line. Up next is one of my automatic all time favorites…

The Mayor Scarecrow that sits in Town Square each and every Halloween season. I can’t tell you how much I love walking around the Magic Kingdom when it decorated for Fall, and these scarecrows are a huge part of that. I have always wanted to see these in a box set or put into the Park series, but this is a great way to get at least one of them out. Great looking suit and sash. The grass drawn in around him is the perfect touch!

Tom Corless’ 8/23-8/29/12 WDW Photo Report

WDWNT on December 21, 2012

I visited the Walt Disney World Resort last week covering all four of the theme parks and I have plenty of newsworthy pictures to share, so let’s take a look at what’s happening around the Vacation Kingdom:

The Rainforest Cafe sign inside Animal Kingdom is still missing

Beastly Bazaar is closed to become a character meet and greet experience this Fall

Wreck-It Ralph has taken over the display at the exit of the Magic of Disney Animation show

Vannelope is voiced by Sarah Silverman

That cake looks so real…

The game Fix-It Felix is inspired by games such as Rampage and Donkey Kong

Ralph even started as a monster just like one you would find in Rampage

Niceland is the city in the game

Ralph and Felix

Hero’s Duty might end up being the darkest looking scenes in any Disney animated film ever…

Hero’s Duty is inspired by games such as Gears of War and Halo

Voiced by Jane Lynch

Sugar Rush is inspired by games such as Mario Kart

Looks like a possible villain to me…

They were painting the next Ink and Paint Cell to be released while I was there

A Hatbox Ghost big figure has been released

There’s also a new Stitch figure

For the first time in ages, the decorations in The Studio Store do not represent a single new film!

Nice to see the original intended decorations back for once

Banners for Finding Nemo 3D up

The LEgend of Jack Sparrow building was painted blue

Walls are now up near the front of the building

The menu has been drastically changed at Backlot Express

BUFFALO CHICKEN BREAST NUGGETS! AHHHHHHH!

Next-Gen FASTPASS preparations already made at American Idol

Moving over to Epcot, work continues on the new Disney Vacation Club booth near Canada

A strange wall has popped up in the queue for Journey Into Imagination

Possibly FASTPASS related?

The Kim Possible sign-up areas in Innoventions have been completely removed

While passing by on the monorail we could see that the new parking lot for the Grand Floridian DVC wing is almost complete

Moving on to the Magic Kingdom, the park is ready for Halloween

There is a new banner at the beginning of Celebrate a Dream Come True

I’m not sure when it happened, but Mickey and Minnie are in normal clothing on their float

The Junioe Jungle Boats outside of the Jungle Cruise have reportedly been closed permanently

Next-gen FASTPASS ready to go at the Jungle Cruise

Same at Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

Meanwhile, some rather drastic queue modifications have been made at Pirates of the Caribbean

There is now a point where the two queues meet

Work continues on the former Fantasyland Skyway site, soon to be home to a new walkway and restrooms

Thought this was an interesting shot as it gives you an idea of where the Mine Train will be as you walk into Fantasyland

Seven Dwarfs’ Mine Train construction

The Castle Walls are nearing completion

Some work being done on the roof of Mickey’s Philharmagic

Most of the Snow White facade is now gone in preparation for Princess Fairytale Hall

Grass continues to be installed on the roof of Under the Sea: Journey of the Little Mermaid

The signage has been installed on Big Top Souvenirs in Storybook Circus

I LOVE the popcorn lights…

FOOD!

Some new Space Mountain shirts are available

Moving back to Fantasyland, the lights were on inside the Castle Walls

Lights were on in the Beauty and the Beast area as well

They were testing lighting on the turrets of the Castle Walls as well

The Mickey-O-Lanterns are much brighter and actually flicker this year

New Pre-Parade Dance Party Added To Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom

WDWNT on December 21, 2012

Don’t worry, they aren’t getting rid of the classic Headless Horseman portion of Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade, they are just adding some pre-parade entertainment:

While the dance party-type things aren’t always my favorite, I do enjoy when they actually provide entertainment while guests are waiting for something. So, what do you think of this new Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party offering?

Tag: Halloween

PHOTO REPORT: Epcot 8/18/16 (Mexico Climbers, Oswald, Figment Removal, ETC.)

No Climbing at the Mexico Pavilion

New Merchandise Round-Up

Strange Things are Happening at the Imagination Pavilion

Karamel Kuche

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Hollywood Studios 8/16/16 (Halloween Merchandise, PizzeRizzo, Star Wars, ETC.)

Halloween 2016 Merchandise Arrives at Walt Disney World

Oasis Canteen Tries to Dig Up Some Customers

New Star Wars Merchandise

Streets of America Demolition & Muppets Courtyard Overhaul

Watch Disney’s Hollywood Studios Expansion Update #8

Dirk Wallen’s 8/7/14 Magic Kingdom Photo Report (Hub Work, Halloween Merch, Mansion Store, ETC.)

REVIEW: Minor Changes Enhance Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2013

Tokyo Halloween Juniors for 2013

Halloween Merchandise at Disney Parks Features New Items & Returning Favorites

Dirk Wallen’s 8/11-12/13 WDW Photo Report

Halloween 2013 Figures Revealed

Tom Corless’ 8/23-8/29/12 WDW Photo Report

New Pre-Parade Dance Party Added To Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom

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