Tokyo DisneySea to Celebrate 25th Anniversary with ‘Sparkling Jubilee’
Brit Tuttle
Tokyo Disney Resort is marking the 25th anniversary of Tokyo DisneySea with a “Sparkling Jubilee” special event in 2026 and 2027. Tokyo Disney Sea 25th ‘Sparkling Jubilee’ Running from April 15, 2026 through March 31, 2027, the Sparkling Jubilee event will revolve around the signature color “Jubilee Blue,” inspired by “the beauty of the seas …
Tokyo Disney Resort Placing Focus on Overseas Tourism and Working with Foreign Travel Agents
Brit Tuttle
Looking ahead to the next 10 years, Oriental Land Company is looking to place greater focus on overseas tourism and working with international travel agencies. Tokyo Disney Resort to Add Focus on Overseas Tourism In the 2035 Long-term Management Strategy document released by Oriental Land Company (OLC), there are several mentions to increasing overseas guests …
Oriental Land Company Teases Possible Plans for a Second Disney Cruise Line Ship in Japan
Brit Tuttle
With Oriental Land Company venturing into the cruise business with Disney Cruise Line, it appears that there may be plans for a second ship in Japan. Possible Plans for Second Disney Cruise Line Ship in Japan In the 2035 Long-term Management Strategy packet, Oriental Land Company (OLC) looks ahead to its upcoming debut in the …
Oriental Land Company Considering Building More Hotels at Tokyo Disney Resort
Brit Tuttle
Oriental Land Company has indicated that they are considering building more resort hotels for Tokyo Disney Resort to accommodate demand. Tokyo Disney Considering More Resort Hotels In the 2035 Long-term Management Strategy packet, Oriental Land Company (OLC) revealed that they are considering establishing new Disney resort hotels, seemingly across all value types (Luxury, Deluxe, Moderate, …
BREAKING: Tokyo DisneySea Announces Port Discovery Expansion, Removing Aquatopia For New Attraction & More
Tom Corless
The Oriental Land Company has announced that they are considering expansion plans for Tokyo DisneySea and specifically the Port Discovery area that would be completed in the next 10 years. Oriental Land Company Considering Expansion for Tokyo DisneySea The above piece of Walt Disney Imagineering concept art shows Port Discovery at the park, minus the …
BREAKING: Tokyo Disney Teases Removal of Jungle Cruise, Tiki Room, Treehouse, & Train for New Adventureland Possibly Featuring Pixar’s UP & The Incredibles
Tom Corless
In a shocking announcement, Tokyo Disney Resort has revealed that they have been considering major land overhauls to carry their theme parks through 2035, including a re-imagining of Adventureland at Tokyo Disneyland. According to the early concept art just released, this may permanently erase the world famous Jungle Cruise, Enchanted Tiki Room, Swiss Family Treehouse, …
Disney Starlight Nighttime Parade Reportedly Debuting in July & More: Daily Recap (4/27/25)
Katie Francis
A woman is suing Disney for $2 million after being hit by a “mammoth” wave at Typhoon Lagoon, the walkway between Avengers Campus and Cars Land is closing, and the ghostly dog bench has returned to Memento Mori — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Sunday, April 27, 2025. Walt Disney World …
Refurbished Carthay Circle Facade Revealed as Scrim Comes Down at Disney California Adventure
Jamie Rowland
Most of the scrim surrounding Carthay Circle at Disney California Adventure has come down amid a refurbishment to the exterior of the restaurant. Carthay Circle Construction After being completely covered with printed themed scrims meant to “camouflage” the construction, the majority of the facade of Carthay Circle has been revealed. The scrim which was wrapped …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Universal Fan Fest Nights Brings Guests to the Bridge of the Enterprise for ‘Star Trek’ Experience
Gretchen McDermid
As part of Universal Fan Fest Nights, guests at Universal Studios Hollywood are able to take part in a special walkthrough experience called Star Trek: Red Alert. Star Trek: Red Alert is described by Universal as: At Star Trek: Red Alert, embark on an out-of-this world adventure aboard the legendary starship U.S.S. Enterprise-D as a mysterious entity …
Woman Suing Disney for $2 Million After Being Struck by ‘Mammoth’ Wave at Typhoon Lagoon
Jamie Rowland
According to the New York Post, a New York mom of two is suing Disney for $2 million after she was injured at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon in April 2022. Per the article, Kimberly Panetta was “violently struck by a sudden and forceful wave” while in the Typhoon Lagoon Surf Pool during an April 2022 visit. …
Mickey & Friends Parking Structure Reaches Capacity
Jamie Rowland
According to reports, the Mickey & Friends Parking Structures at Disneyland Resort has reached capacity for the first time since the COVID-19 reopening. Mickey & Friends Parking Reaches Capacity The Mickey & Friends Parking Structure is the primary parking area for Disneyland Resort. Apparently, guests are being directed to the Toy Story Parking Area to …
‘Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires’ Props on Display at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jamie Rowland
On-screen costume props from the upcoming “Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires” film are now on display at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Four of the film’s screen-worn character costumes are on display in the Walt Disney Presents building. From left to right, costumed presented are worn by Nova (Freya Skye), Addison (Meg Donnelly), Zed (Milo Manheim), …
Walkway Between Avengers Campus and Cars Land Closing at Disney California Adventure this Month
Gretchen McDermid
According to new reports, the walkway connecting Cars Land and Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure will soon be temporarily closed due to construction work. Path Closing by Avengers Campus Disney has announced a planned expansion of Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure that is expected to double the size of the land. Avengers Campus …
RUMOR: Disney Starlight Nighttime Parade Debuting in July at Magic Kingdom
Gretchen McDermid
According to several new changes in the Magic Kingdom entertainment schedule and Cast Member blocked dates, the new Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away nighttime parade may be debuting this July. Disney Starlight Parade Debut Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away is a new nighttime parade first announced by Disney at D23: The Ultimate Disney …
PHOTOS: Construction Walls Removed from ‘it’s a small world’ Facade at Disneyland Park
Gretchen McDermid
After several months of refurbishment, the construction walls placed around the facade of “it’s a small world” in Disneyland Park have finally been removed. “it’s a small world” Construction Walls Removed The Disneyland version of “it’s a small world” closed in January 2025 for some more major refurbishments than the usual removal of its holiday …
New Stitch Beach Photo Op Added to Disney Springs PhotoPass Studio
Gretchen McDermid
Just in time for some warm Florida weather, a new beach photo op featuring Stitch has been added to Disney’s PhotoPass Studio in Disney Springs. Stitch Beach Photo Op The Disney PhotoPass Studio is located between the Arribas Brothers store and the Marketplace Co-op in Disney Springs. The location is open daily from 11 a.m. …
Disneyland Adds Themed Trash Can Statues to Tomorrowland, Cars Land, and More
Gretchen McDermid
New themed statues reminding guests to only put food scraps into the green food waste trash cans are appearing around Disneyland Resort. Galactic Grill We spotted the first of these themed food scraps statues at Galactic Grill in Disneyland Park. A small silver robot similar to the BDX droids in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is …
New Savory Menu Items Coming to Disneyland Resort Including Pizza Bread, Burrito, Fried Pickles, and More
Gretchen McDermid
Disney has revealed a list of many new and returning savory menu items coming to restaurants across Disneyland Resort later this week. New Disneyland Menu Items All of the new menu items were previewed in a post by Disney Eats on Instagram. The post included the name and location where the dishes will be added, …
PHOTOS: Family Restrooms Reopen in Canada Pavilion in EPCOT After Several Years
Gretchen McDermid
For the first time in several years, public restrooms have reopened in the Canada Pavilion near the entrance to the new Chateau de Voyage in EPCOT. Canada Pavilion Restrooms The returning restrooms are located on the second level of the Canada Pavilion, which was previously blocked off for the construction work on the new Disney Vacation …
Full List (With Prices) One Piece and Jujutsu Kaisen Merchandise from Universal Fan Fest Nights
Gretchen McDermid
Universal Fan Fest Nights is officially underway, and the inaugural event included several new pieces of merchandise from One Piece and Jujutsu Kaisen. One Piece Shirt – $30 The first new item is a white T-shirt with red elastic around the sleeves and collar. The front has a printed image of Luffy wearing his classic …
Track Nearly Complete on Fast & Furious Hollywood Drift at Universal Studios Hollywood
Gretchen McDermid
Construction continues on the new Fast & Furious Hollywood Drift attraction at Universal Studios Hollywood, with most sections of the track nearly complete. Fast & Furious Hollywood Drift Since our last construction update, the building that will become the attraction’s main queue appears to be complete. This building is supposed to look like a large …
Ghostly Dog Bench Returns to Memento Mori and Tarp Removed from Haunted Mansion Queue in Magic Kingdom
Gretchen McDermid
A missing dog bench has finally returned outside Memento Mori, and the tarp in the queue of the Haunted Mansion has been removed at Magic Kingdom Park. Memento Mori Ghostly Dog Bench The first change in Magic Kingdom is found by the main entrance to Memento Mori, the store near the entrance to the Haunted …
New Test Track Signs Now Installed & More: Daily Recap (4/26/25)
Katie Francis
Universal Orlando has hinted at the return of Premium Scream Night for Halloween Horror Nights 34, we reviewed the menu items at Epic Universe’s Star Sui Bao, and the first Harry Potter popcorn bucket at a Universal theme park arrived — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, April 26, 2025. Walt …
Full List (with Prices) Star Trek Merchandise Items from Universal Fan Fest Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood
Jamie Rowland
Universal Fan Fest Nights has officially begun, and the inaugural event included several new “Star Trek” merchandise items. The Star Trek-themed merchandise for Universal Fan Fest Nights includes several clothing items, trinkets, and more. Star Trek Magnet – $15.00 The first item in the collection is a Star Trek Delta magnet. The magnet is black …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Meet Yoshi for the First Time in North America at Universal Fan Fest Nights
Gretchen McDermid
As part of the many festivities for the inaugural Universal Fan Fest Nights event, guests in Super Nintendo World were able to meet and take pictures with Yoshi. Yoshi Meet and Greet We met a green Yoshi in Super Nintendo World. Yoshis come in a variety of colors, but green is the common coloring for …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Universal Fan Fest Nights Brings ‘Back to the Future’ to Life with Interactive Experience
Jamie Rowland
The inaugural event for Universal Fan Fest Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood is underway, and we experienced the Back to the Future: Destination Hill Valley tour. The typical Studio Tour passes through the Hill Valley Courthouse Square set of “Back to the Future” during the day. However, during Universal Fan Fest Nights, guests get to actually walk through the …
Last Section of Disneyland Entrance Gates Now Behind Construction Walls for New Tapstile Installation
Jamie Rowland
Crews have moved the construction walls for the installation of new tapstiles at the final section of Disneyland Park entrance gates. After opening for a “pre-launch” in December 2024, work moved to the gates second from the left when approaching the park. Most recently, work was completed around the section second from the right. The new …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Niffler, Baby Dragon, and Occamy Magical Creature Encounters for Universal Fan Fest Nights at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Gretchen McDermid
The inaugural Universal Fan Fest Nights event has concluded, and guests in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter were able to interact with special magical creatures including a Niffler, a baby dragon, and an Occamy. Magical Creatures at Universal Fan Fest Nights Our first creature interaction of the night was with a Team Member standing …
RUMOR: Universal Hints at Return of Premium Scream Night for Halloween Horror Nights 34
Gretchen McDermid
Will Universal’s $350 Premium Scream Night event return in 2025? A new update to the Universal Orlando Resort website hints that the answer might be yes. Premium Scream Night Possibly Returning Premium Scream Night was a one-night, limited-capacity event with the standard Halloween Horror Nights offerings and some additional benefits. The ticket did not include …
PHOTOS, REVIEW: Star Trek Wine, Tribbles, and Targ Legs in Quark’s Cafe at Universal Fan Fest Nights
Gretchen McDermid
For Universal Fan Fest Nights, Universal Studios Hollywood converted Hollywood & Dine into Quark’s Cafe to serve some Star Trek-inspired food and beverage options. Quark’s Cafe Decor Quark’s Cafe is based on the character Quark from “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.” On the Deep Space 9 station, Quark owned a dining establishment that was officially …
Full Menu (With Prices) for Spit Fyre Grill in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Epic Universe
Katie Francis
Take a look at the full menu with prices for Spit Fyre Grill in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Epic Universe. Location Spit Fyre Grill is located in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, near Fyre Drill. Menu Food | Specialty Beverages | Beverages | Beer | …
New Ashley Eckstein ‘Star Wars’ Apparel Collection Available at Walt Disney World and Online
Gretchen McDermid
A new collection of “Star Wars” apparel with Her Universe by Ashley Eckstein has arrived at Walt Disney World and the Disney Store online. We found all of the new items at Legends of Hollywood in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Several of these same items were also available at Disneyland Resort for Season of the Force …
REVIEW: A Hit and a Miss From Star Sui Bao in Celestial Park at Epic Universe
Katie Francis
We reviewed both menu items from Star Sui Bao in Celestial Park at Epic Universe. Location Star Sui Bao is in Celestial Park, near the portal to How To Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk. Kiosk Star Sui Bao is a green permanent kiosk with a blue roof. It keeps in line with the …
Signage for Airport Luggage Transfer Service added to Disney’s Pop Century Resort Lobby
Gretchen McDermid
Since the original test for the return of the Airport Luggage Transfer service to select Walt Disney World resorts, signage advertising the service has now been added to the lobby of Disney’s Pop Century Resort. Airport Luggage Transfer Service Signage Disney first began testing the return of the Airport Luggage Transfer service at Disney’s Pop …
Full Menu (With Prices) for Star Sui Bao in Celestial Park at Epic Universe
Katie Francis
One of several quick service kiosks in Celestial Park is Star Sui Bao — check out the full menu with prices below. Location Star Sui Bao is in Celestial Park, near the portal to How To Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk. Menu Food | Beverages | Alcoholic Beverages Food Beverages Alcoholic Beverages If …
‘Harry Potter’ Time Turner Popcorn Bucket Debuts at Universal Studios Hollywood
Katie Francis
A new Harry Potter Time Turner popcorn bucket has debuted at Universal Studios Hollywood for the Fan Fest Nights event. This marks the first popcorn bucket celebrating The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Time Turner Popcorn Bucket – $39.99 The Time Turner popcorn bucket comes with popcorn when you purchase it, and then it can …
New Test Track Signs Now Installed and More Concrete Completed in EPCOT
Gretchen McDermid
The reimagined Test Track has reached a new milestone, as some of the attraction’s new signage has been installed and most concrete is now finished near the entrance. Test Track Signs Installed Test Track in EPCOT is still closed as the attraction is reimagined into what is being called Test Track 3.0. This new version …
Full List (with Prices) Dungeons & Dragons Merchandise from Universal Fan Fest Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood
Gretchen McDermid
Universal Fan Fest Nights has officially begun, and the inaugural event included several new merchandise items themed to Dungeons & Dragons. The new collection includes some references to Waterdeep, but most of the items include classic Dungeons & Dragons icons like dragons and dice. Dungeons & Dragons Scroll Bag – $40 The first new item …
Jojo Siwa Auditioned for Live-Action “Tangled” & More: Daily Recap (4/25/25)
Jamie Rowland
The Walt Disney Company is highlighting their positive impact on the American economy, new “Back to the Future” 40th anniversary merchandise is available for Universal Fan Fest Nights, and a girl last seen at Disney California Adventure has been found— all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, April 25, 2025. Walt Disney …
First Look at Special Fan Fest Nights Coca-Cola Freestyle Cup at Universal Studios Hollywood
Katie Francis
Guests at Fan Fest Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood can purchase a refillable Coca-Cola Freestyle Cup with an exclusive design. Fan Fest Nights Coca-Cola Freestyle Cup – $19 for one or $17 each for two Add additional days for $12 each The cup is predominantly purple, and the background is a night-inspired blue and purple …