A State of Emergency was issued for much of Florida in advance of a tropical storm, Spider-Man will be featured on the stern of the Disney Destiny, and new villains were teased for Oogie Boogie Bash — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, August 1, 2024.
Walt Disney World
Disney Springs
- The Key Lime Chocolate Chip Cookie has returned to Gideon’s Bakehouse for August 2024.
Other Walt Disney World News
- As a tropical storm forms, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a State of Emergency for 54 of Florida’s 67 counties according to Fox 35 Orlando.
- The race themes for the 2025 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend at Walt Disney World have been revealed, and feature a hero-focused lineup of characters.
- Rumors indicate that Edy’s frozen fruit bars will be replaced by Outshine products at Walt Disney World.
Disneyland Resort
- Reservations are now open for Mickey’s Autumn Adventures at Storytellers Cafe.
- Disneyland Resort has teased that two new villains will be joining the party this year at Oogie Boogie Bash, happening on select dates from August 25 through October 31.
- Disneyland Resort is seeking virtual submissions for Mirabel vocalists for a limited-time “Encanto” show at Disney California Adventure.
Disney Cruise Line
- Disney Cruise Line has announced that the stern character for the Disney Destiny ship will be none other than Spider-Man!
- The latest Disney Destiny announcements have arrived from Disney Cruise Line, revealing that the ship’s Grand Hall will be inspired by Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther” films.
- Disney Cruise Line has announced that its newest ship, the Disney Destiny, will feature its first-ever lounge inspired by Marvel Studios’ “Doctor Strange.”
- Disney Cruise Line has revealed the theme of the Disney Destiny cruise ship’s tower suite, themed to Iron Man’s legacy with a luxurious interpretation of Tony Stark’s industrial designs.
- Disney Cruise Line has shared new details about the central activity hub that will be aboard the Disney Destiny, now named “Saga.”
- Disney Cruise Line’s heroes and villains-themed cruise ship, the Disney Destiny, will offer many returning guest-favorite entertainment, dining, and more offerings when it sets sail on its maiden voyage in November 2025.
- After three days of non-stop announcements for the Disney Destiny, Disney Cruise Line has shared that bookings for the ship’s inaugural season will begin this September for select guests.
Entertainment and Media
- Venu Sports, the joint sports streaming app from Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery, has released its pricing ahead of launch this fall.
Universal Studios
Universal Orlando Resort
- A new slate of “atomic goth punk” merchandise for Halloween Horror Nights 33 has debuted at Universal Studios Florida.
- All Hallows Eve Boutique has transformed once again for the Halloween season at Universal Islands of Adventure, and is now the Boardwalk Lil’ Bootique.
- Just in time for Halloween Horror Nights 33, which kicks off later this month, the Lil’ Boo plush has returned.
Universal Studios Hollywood
- Universal Studios Hollywood announced via X that a new Hello Kitty-themed cafe and shop is coming to Universal CityWalk Hollywood.
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