New merchandise for the upcoming DreamWorks Land, “Jurassic Park,” and Minions has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort. This summer merchandise is in the same building as the UNI VRS and Hello Kitty stores in Universal Studios Florida. DreamWorks Land Merchandise DreamWorks Cup Holder Bag – $16 This cup holder bag is light blue. The faces … Read more
Disney’s Animal Kingdom has more new merchandise for the 30th anniversary of “The Lion King,” which was released in theaters on June 15, 1994. We found most of this merch in Island Mercantile. “The Lion King” 30th Anniversary Merchandise Deluxe Figurine Set – $29.99 This “new” deluxe figure set is actually identical to the old … Read more
Universal signage has been removed from the former Universal Legacy Store at CityWalk Orlando as the space is turned into an Epic Universe preview center. Epic Universe Preview Center Construction We took the above photo just over a week ago. The classic Universal globe logo was depicted on a sign on the right side of … Read more
The exterior of CommuniCore Hall at EPCOT is almost done and construction walls have come down from a new pathway near Spaceship Earth. CommuniCore Hall & Plaza Construction As we noted in our last construction update, it appears that paneling is complete on the exterior of the Hall and the overhangs around CommuniCore Plaza. The … Read more
The new Vineyard Vines store at Disney Springs opened this weekend. Vineyard Vines announced the new location in January and signage went up the next month. Vineyard Vines at Disney Springs Vineyard Vines has taken over the storefront between Under Armour and L’Occitane en Provence in the Town Center of Disney Springs. The brand is … Read more
Crews are preparing the west side of Disney Springs for the new “Disney Dreams That Soar” drone show, which will be presented nightly above Lake Buena Vista beginning in late May. Drone Show Infrastructure We previously reported on crews setting up a drone staging area in the Strawberry parking lot. This is past House of … Read more
In a statement to Orlando Business Journal, Walt Disney World said they would be open to a SunRail station at Disney Springs. Disney Springs SunRail Station We have long been open to discussions around the proposed SunRail expansion to Disney Springs and have been engaged with state and community leaders on the topic. This is … Read more
Crews have now removed most of the decorative silver elements from the exterior of the former NBA Experience at Disney Springs. NBA Experience Construction After filing a permit for demolition at the short-lived NBA Experience, Disney began to remove the large themed panels earlier this month. They previously wrapped around the top of the building … Read more
Walt Disney World has announced the dates for the first room refurbishment of Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Bay Lake Tower Room Refurbishment From September 2024 to September 2025, room refurbishment work will take place in Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. During this time, Guests will see and hear construction work … Read more
A new Tomorrowland ear headband has made its way to Walt Disney World. Tomorrowland Ear Headband – $34.99 We found this Tomorrowland ear headband at Star Traders in Magic Kingdom. The theme is a retrofuturistic style with shades of blues and oranges. It coordinates with the Tomorrowland collection and the Tomorrowland Loungefly mini backpack we’ve … Read more
The rainforest scene in Living with the Land has gotten an update, with brighter lighting. The scene in the World Nature area attraction has been illuminated with new, blue-toned lighting. You can spot the change in lighting as you pass through the opening scene, just after the thunderstorm. The lighting is certainly bluer than what … Read more
Another elephant statues has been installed in Magic Kingdom for the Smellephants on Parade activity, this time, themed to churros. Churro-Themed Smellephants on Parade Statue The churro elephant statue can be found near the exit of the Walt Disney World Railroad in Storybook Circus. It stands atop a yellow base, just like the other elephants … Read more
Pixar Fest has begun at Disneyland Resort, a classic attraction is closing at Tokyo Disneyland — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, April 26, 2024. New Merchandise Disneyland Resort Tokyo Disney Resort WDW News Today First Ever Wreck-It Ralph Attraction Announced, Pixar Fest Kicks Off That’s it for today; we hope … Read more
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure has been updated with a crop of new additions to the queue and attraction. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Update Starting off with the Tiana’s Foods main entrance, the windows have gotten new green shutters. They have a warn effect that matches the rest of the repurposed barn. To the left of the barn, … Read more
The returning Pixar Ball Sipper has made its way back to Disneyland Resort of Pixar Fest. Pixar Ball Sipper – $16.99 The Pixar Ball Sipper can be found in numerous locations at Disneyland Resort during Pixar Fest from April 26 to August 4. It comes with a choice of fountain beverage and is limited to … Read more
Just days before the start of Pixar Fest, which “celebrates friendship and beyond,” a group of guests ganged up on one woman at Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure. Pixar Pier Fight Instagram user @714.layla_ originally shared a video of the fight to their story. The video was reposted by @santaanaproblems two days ago. View … Read more