REVIEW: Adorable New Souvenir Dinnerware and Desserts for Duffy’s Heartwarming Days at Tokyo DisneySea’s Cape Cod Cook-Off
Spencer Lloyd
Ah, Duffy the Disney Bear. You either love him and his friends or… well, that’s really it. Tokyo DisneySea is the home of Duffy and his four friends ShellieMay, Gelatoni, StellaLou and CookieAnn. And who better to celebrate the season of love with than with Duffy and his friends? For Duffy’s Heartwarming Days 2020, Duffy …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: R2-D2 Roaming Droid Now Testing at Star Wars Launch Bay in Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Annie Wilson
We recently spotted a roaming R2-D2 out on the West Coast, exploring Batuu. We’ve been long awaiting roaming, interactive droids on Batuu here at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and maybe we’re getting a little bit closer. We’ve seen R2-D2 casually exploring the small area of the Droid Depot here, but he recently relocated to Launch Bay …
PHOTOS: Menu Prices Increased at Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie in the France Pavilion at EPCOT
Staff Writer
The cobblestone streets aren’t the only thing changing at Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie. Today, we saw that prices increased at EPCOT’s resident French bakery. Overall, we saw increases of $0.20 to $0.50 throughout most menu items, with popular low-cost options, like the whole baguette, now over $3. Here are all of the menu price changes: Lait …
PHOTOS: Sleepy Figment Dream Friend Plush Back in Stock at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
We got a nice surprise on this sleepy Sunday morning at Walt Disney World. The Sleepy Figment plush (part of the Dream Friends line) that debuted in summer 2019 is now back in stock! Figments on Figments on Figments. All these Figments make a beautiful sight! As you might recall, the plush has detailed sculpting, …
runDisney Issues Course Alteration for Walt Disney World Marathon Due to High Heat Index
Staff Writer
runDisney announced this morning it is altering its marathon course due to heat; the modifications will only affect those still on the course. Race times will still be recorded and racers will receive medals. Given today’s warm weather and the course length, we are modifying the course for our runners’ safety. Even with the modified …
Magic Kingdom Park Hours Extended on Select Dates in February
Jessica Figueroa
Park hours at Magic Kingdom Park are being extended throughout the month of February, including the popular Valentine’s Day weekend. Let’s take a look at the extended hours at the Magic Kingdom! February 2020 February 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 26, 27: Park hours extended to 9 …
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Starting August 13th at the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
For 2020, Halloween starts earlier than ever at the Magic Kingdom, with the first Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party taking place starting August 13th. This year’s party starts a full three days earlier than last year’s party, which began on August 16th. The party dates for August are as follows: August 13, 15, 18, 21, 25, …
Additional Showtimes Added for “Rivers of Light: We Are One” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in February
Staff Writer
Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s nighttime show, Rivers of Light: We Are One, now has more showings throughout February. Both new showings are later than the ones originally announced. The updated schedule is: February 2–8: 6:45 p.m. and 8 p.m.* February 9–29: 7 p.m. and 8:15 p.m.* *New showtime. The show lasts approximately 15 minutes and is filled with …
PHOTOS: Large Portions of New “Castle of Magical Dreams” Now Uncovered as Construction Continues at Hong Kong Disneyland
Tom Corless
As part of its multi-year transformation, Hong Kong Disneyland’s iconic Sleeping Beauty Castle is becoming the Castle of Magical Dreams. The newly reimagined Castle will stand as a shining beacon of courage, hope and possibility, drawing inspiration from 13 beloved Disney stories featuring princesses and heroines. The structure will feature adornments like Snow White’s apple, Cinderella’s coach …
REVIEW: New Pixar Playtime 2020 Special Set at Tokyo DisneySea’s Horizon Bay Restaurant
Spencer Lloyd
Friends forever, glad we’re all here together! That’s right, it’s Pixar Playtime one last time at Tokyo DisneySea! And that means not just special food, but food themed to beloved Pixar franchises! This special set features Finding Nemo motifs, since it’s across the way from the Nemo & Friends SeaRider. The Special Set at Horizon Bay …
REVIEW: Delicious New Special Desserts and Cute Souvenir Diningware for Pixar Playtime 2020 at Tokyo DisneySea
Spencer Lloyd
Friends forever, glad we’re all here together! That’s right, it’s Pixar Playtime one last time at Tokyo DisneySea! And that means not just special food, but food themed to beloved Pixar franchises! We love our special desserts in souvenir serveware here at Tokyo Disney Resort. Whatever event suits your fancy, there’s a plate and mug …
PHOTOS: Colorful New Park Icon Food Wrappers Bring a Pop of Color to Disneyland Snacks
Staff Writer
Snacks at Disney always catch our attention — and that of our stomachs. But today, we spotted the brand-new colorful wrappings that will keep our favorite snacks nice and warm! We found this at Edelweiss Snacks, but the new food wrappers are available all throughout the park. The new foil wrapper design features the Disneyland …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 1/11/20 (Kakamora Float, Breakfast at Friar’s Nook, More Walls Around TRON Lightcycle Run, ETC.)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to great, big, beautiful morning here at Walt Disney World. The sky over the Magic Kingdom is bright blue and the Christmas decorations are still hung with great care. Somehow, the tree is still just blending in. It won’t be much longer before this packed away until next season. We spotted a few ladies …
PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 1/11/20 (Scaffolding Removed from Space 220, Aquarium Maintenance at The Seas, Construction Updates, and More)
Staff Writer
Greetings World Travelers! Today, we took a spin around EPCOT to see what all was new, and we want to show you what we saw! Let’s check it out. First when we arrived we went to take a look at the new temporary MouseGear and saw this t-shirt that goes with the new acid wash/watercolor …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 1/11/20 (Cinderella Castle Pandora Charm, Pepperoni Pizza Burger Returns to D-Luxe Burger, “World of Pixar” Merchandise, and More)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to another beautiful afternoon here at Disney Springs! It’s marathon weekend here at Walt Disney World, so we’re ready to race around the stores and see what is new. Ever After Jewelry Co. has debuted a few new pieces of merchandise. The latest Disney Parks Pandora charm has arrived featuring a cute couple holding …
Meghan Markle Signs Voiceover Deal With Disney After Stepping Away From Royal Family
Following her split from the royal family, reports are stating that Meghan Markle has signed a deal with Disney. The deal is for a voiceover, with Disney donating to a wildlife charity of Markle’s choosing. The Times in the United Kingdom broke this story, which is just the latest piece of news involving the Duchess …
DISNEY+ REVIEW: “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” The Curtain Closes and Sets the Stage for More Drama in Episode 10
Staff Writer
We’re all in this together, Wildcats! Well… it seems that way at least. The final episode of “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” is here and as the curtain closes on this musical, the stage is set for even more drama to come. If you need a quick recap of the entire season, check …
SHOP: New “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” Spirit Wear Arrives from East High on shopDisney
Staff Writer
“What team? Wildcats!” For every kid that wanted to attend East High School when they were a kid after watching “High School Musical”, shopDisney finally has us covered with new apparel that shows off our Wildcat spirit! These new shirts are perfect for representing your favorite East High Wildcats or for binge watching the movies …
REVIEW: The Beloved Backlot Blondie Makes a Triumphant Return Topped with Chocolate, Toffee, and Coconut at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Annie Wilson
New year, new dessert. Backlot Express at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has given their blondie a makeover, and we like what we see. The dessert has returned to the menu, but now comes topped with chocolate, toffee, and a little bit of coconut. There are so many verrine desserts around the park that we are excited …
PHOTOS: Another Round of “The World of PIXAR” Merchandise Comes to Disney Springs
Matthew Soberman
If there’s one thing Pixar knows well, it’s sequels (and more sequels. And even more sequels). So it’s ultimately fitting that we have yet another round of merchandise from “The World of PIXAR” collection at Disney Springs! From hats to hoodies to bags, t-shirts and socks, there’s even more for Pixar fans to enjoy this go-around! …
PHOTOS: More Character Baby Onesies Teeter Into Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
If you’re a Disney fan with a baby or an invitation to an upcoming baby shower, you’ll be pleased to find that new Disney onesies have been released. We recently discovered a group of new baby onesies that had more of a feminine style at Magic Kingdom. We found new onesies at EPCOT, which received all …
PHOTOS: New Minnie Mouse “Rock the Dots” Collection Arrives at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
It’s been a year since we all fell in love with the Minnie Mouse “Rock the Dots” collection — her iconic sense of style took us all by storm. With January blues setting in, Minnie decided to grace us all with another wave of the popular “Rock the Dots” collection, and we couldn’t be happier! …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Hollywood Studios 1/11/20 (We Meet a Porg, Signage Appears at Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, Cheese Sauce at Backlot Express, PIXAR Sticky Notes, and More)
Annie Wilson
Welcome to another beautiful day here at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. All the Christmas decorations are still up around the park, but we’re ready for all the new year has to offer. We decided to start our morning checking in on Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. New signage has gone up around the entrance and exit …
REVIEW: New “I’m Nemo” Cheesecake Swims into Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
Annie Wilson
If you’re visiting Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, you might just end up looking for Nemo. This beloved little clownfish is now available as a dessert from Landscape of Flavors. We managed to find him in cheesecake form, and started shouting “Mine! Mine! Mine!” Nemo! We found you! The “I’m Nemo” Cheesecake is now available …
PHOTOS: New Cinderella Castle Pandora Charm Sparkles at Walt Disney World
Annie Wilson
Something extra shiny caught our eye from the jewelry display case. We’re always on the look out for new Pandora charms (especially Disney Parks exclusives), so we’re so glad we didn’t miss this one. The latest parks exclusive Pandora charm is now available featuring a Disney-loving couple in front of Cinderella Castle. The details on …
PHOTOS: New Redd Minnie Ear Headband Bracelet from Alex and Ani Debuts at Walt Disney World
Annie Wilson
We wants the red ears! Last month, a new collection of bright red sequin Minnie ears debuted at Walt Disney World, with a set of Loungefly backpacks not too far behind. Despite Belle of the Ball Bronze being the newest color trend, we still want more red. Thankfully, Valentine’s Day is right around the corner …
PHOTOS: New “Class of 2020” Graduation Mouse Ear Headbands Arrive at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
With the new year comes a new group of graduates that will head to Walt Disney World to celebrate this major milestone. New graduates can now let loose in style after all of that hard work with “Class of 2020” ear headbands. Let’s check them out! These ear headbands are a similar design to the …
PHOTOS: Large Section of Wall Installed as TRON Lightcycle Run Show Building Enclosure Continues at the Magic Kingdom
Staff Writer
It’s time to see what’s programming over at the TRON Lightcycle Run construction site in Tomorrowland. In the past month, we had the surprise reveal of an attraction sponsor, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, when a ride vehicle photo op appeared outside of Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. We also saw the first section of wall installed on …
REVIEW: Sweet, Fruity, and Adorable New Souvenir Desserts for Tokyo Disneyland’s Very Very Minnie
Spencer Lloyd
Nostalgia is a huge driver of Disney Parks merchandise worldwide right now. So much so that this winter’s special event at Tokyo Disneyland celebrates past entertainment at Tokyo Disney Resort. Very Very Minnie is on from January 10th through March 19th, and there’s tons of food to explore, so let’s go! Every event at Tokyo …
PHOTO REPORT: Disneyland Park 1/10/20 (Roaming R2-D2 in Galaxy’s Edge, Mark Twain River Boat Refurbishment, and Alebrijes)
Staff Writer
We are back to Disneyland Park today! With the holidays ending and Rise of the Resistance opening in a little bit over a week, come look at the changes occurring inside Disneyland, including a roaming R2-D2 droid active in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Esplanade We arrived at Disneyland resort around 11:00 am today, and there …
PHOTOS: New Light-Up Star Wars Millennium Falcon Souvenir Popcorn Bucket Speeds Into Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
The infamous Star Wars-themed Millennium Falcon french fry bucket that arrived at Disneyland earlier this week is now at Walt Disney World! Except since this is Walt Disney World, it only holds popcorn, but it’s still pretty great. This rusty old popcorn bucket may not look like much, but she’s got it where it counts, kid. …
MuppetVision 3D Closing for Renovations and Updates at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on January 26th
Jessica Figueroa
MuppetVision 3D at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be closing on January 26th for renovations. The MuppetVision 3D theater is set to receive “some updates”, including new seats and curtains. Further details are not known as to other updates coming to the attraction. MuppetVision 3D will be closed from January 26 through February 8 and is expected …
Monthly Limited-Edition Mickey Mouse Plush Collection Coming to Amazon, D23 Members Get Early Access
Disney has announced that a limited-edition Mickey Mouse plush collection is coming to Amazon. Every month, from January 2020 to December 2020, a new plush design will be released for guests to purchase in the online shop. Usher in the “Year of the Mouse” in gala style with your very own Golden Disney Mickey Mouse, …
PHOTOS: Work Continues on Entry Overhang for Mickey Shorts Theater at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Staff Writer
Today, we stopped by the former home of the Path of the Jedi, site of the forthcoming Mickey Shorts Theater. The sounds of construction work once again echoed across the park, signaling that the new attraction is inching ever closer to the finish line. Outside, the big purple walls still greet park guests as they …
REVIEW: New Asada Fries Are a Winning Mix of Spicy, Salty, and Crunchy at Award Wieners in Disney California Adventure
Jessica Figueroa
Award Wieners takes a win once again with the new Asada Fries. They’ve topped their usual Filmstrip Fries with Marinated Carne Asada, Cheddar Cheese, Cilantro and Onions, plus Salsa de Arbol and Guacamole, making for a salty, crunchy, slightly spicy, and exceedingly tasty combination. Visually, we can see a lot is going on. The portion …
Disneyland Releases Official Virtual Queue Boarding Group Procedures for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Grand Opening
Jessica Figueroa
When Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance opens at the Disneyland Resort one week from today, you will be able to ride one of the most ambitious, advanced and immersive experiences ever undertaken by Walt Disney Imagineering. Already open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida, this epic adventure blurs the lines between fantasy and reality …
Creator of “Lizzie McGuire” Reboot for Disney+ Quits as Showrunner After Just Two Episodes
According to Variety, the creator of “Lizzie McGuire”, Terri Minsky, has stepped away from the project as showrunner after just two episodes. In lieu of naming a new showrunner, a Disney spokesperson addressed concerns regarding Minsky’s departure: “Fans have a sentimental attachment to ‘Lizzie McGuire’ and high expectations for a new series. After filming two …
PHOTOS: New Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge DJ Rex Graphic Tee Arrives at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
Get ready to recharge all day and party all night with this new DJ Rex tee inspired by the former Star Tours pilot turned Oga’s Cantina DJ himself. The ’80s style tee shows DJ Rex, formerly known as RX-24. He started out piloting StarSpeeders, but at some point, Rex crash landed on Batuu, where he …
Magic Kingdom Bus Loop Load Zones Changing Starting January 13
Jessica Figueroa
To accommodate for construction in the area related to work on arrival experience enhancements and a newly refreshed walkway linking Disney’s Contemporary Resort and the Magic Kingdom, load zones for the park’s bus transportation loop will be changing starting January 13. Beginning Monday, January 13, load zones 1, 2, and 3 (the very first row …
UPDATE: EPCOT Monorail Beam Construction Delayed, Operating Schedule Remains Unchanged
Jessica Figueroa
UPDATE: Originally announced this week, construction on the EPCOT monorail line has been delayed, and all announced schedule changes in January have been reverted back to normal scheduling. Construction and its associated schedule changes are expected to take place later this year. The EPCOT monorail line will open at 7:30 AM on January 13-15 and January …
