PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 10/29/19 (New Holiday Phone Cases, Even More New “Frozen 2” Jewelry, Construction Updates, and More)
Staff Writer
Greetings from Magic Kingdom! It’s a gorgeous morning and we’re ready to see what’s happening around the park. Let’s go! The Citizens of Main Street were out mingling with guests. Ever the hams, they happily jumped at the chance to pose for the camera. At long last Christmas merchandise has finally started to appear at …
PHOTOS: Even More Plaid Holiday Pajamas Skate Into MouseGear at EPCOT
Staff Writer
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… all over MouseGear! Today we spotted another collection of plaid holiday pajamas and we are in love! This red and black plaid women’s pajama said features a button-up sleep shirt and pajama pants with black and white piping trim. The front pocket has a sweet Minnie silhouette …
PHOTOS: New Artist Series Limited Release Ornaments Deck the Halls at Disney Parks
Staff Writer
Christmas ornaments aplenty are available now at the Disney Parks, but six very special pieces to hang from your tree have just arrived. These six new ornaments are part of the Disney Parks 2019 Artist Series, limited edition ornaments feature decorative glass blown ornaments, each designed by a different Disney Parks artist. You might already …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Halloween 2019 Cast Member Pumpkin Decorating Contest Displays at Disney’s Boardwalk Resort
Staff Writer
It’s spooky season and cast members at Disney’s Boardwalk Resort are carving out some thrills and chills for all who come to see. Over in the lobby of the Boardwalk, you can feast your eyes on this year’s 10 pumpkins in the running for the most creative, most Halloweeny, and the most Disney creations by …
Free Beignets Offer Now Available for Annual Passholders at Scat Cat’s Club in Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter
Jessica Figueroa
If you’re staying at Disney’s Port Orleans – French Quarter or simply swingin’ by for some jazz, make sure you stop by Scat Cat’s Club for some Mickey-shaped beignets. Best of all, if you’re an Annual Passholder, you can now get an order of these warm, powdery treats for free with the purchase of any specialty …
PHOTOS: New Pavement Poured and Steel Structure Expanded for Arrival Experience Enhancements at the Magic Kingdom
Staff Writer
If you’ve been to Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom lately, it’s impossible not to notice the massive construction project underway at the park’s front entrance. It’s especially apparent when arriving to the park by monorail. This construction is all a part of Magic Kingdom’s new arrival experience, which will be completed in time for the …
Lunar New Year and Food & Wine Festival Event Dates Set for Disneyland Resort in 2020
Tom Corless
Two highly anticipated events are once again returning to the Disneyland Resort in early 2020: Lunar New Year and Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival! Lunar New Year Welcome another year of good fortune with 24 days of Lunar New Year celebrations at Disney California Adventure park, Jan. 17 to Feb. 9. This year …
Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against FuelRod Over Phone Charger Swap Fees
Jason Diffendal
A California law firm has filed a putative class-action lawsuit in the Southern District of California against Tricopian, Inc. and SaveMe Batteries North America, the companies behind the FuelRod portable charger and swapping machines at Walt Disney World and the Disneyland Resort. From the court filing: …This class action seeks compensatory damages, restitution, disgorgement of …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disney Releases Preview of New “Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks” at the Magic Kingdom
Tom Corless
“Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks” is a new nighttime spectacular that will debut November 8, 2019, as part of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom Park. The holiday extravaganza invites guests to experience the magic of Christmas by painting the sky with fireworks and transforming Cinderella Castle into colorful holiday scenes. The show replaces …
Primeval Whirl at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Set to Reopen for Seasonal Operation Next Month
Tom Corless
Starting November 24th, 2019, Primeval Whirl will resume operation in the Hester and Chester’s Dino-Rama area of Dinoland U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, for a few days at least… The attraction will only be open until December 1st, opening to handle higher crowds at the park due to the Thanksgiving holiday. It would appear that …
REVIEW: Olaf Dole Whip Slushie is a Delicious, Melty Mess from Marketplace Snacks
Annie Wilson
Disney has just announced a flurry of new Frozen 2 inspired treats across the parks and the resorts, with some of them already being available. We’ve tried a few of them already, but when we heard Marketplace Snacks at Disney Springs is now serving up an Olaf Dole Whip Slushie, we knew we had to …
PHOTOS: Souvenir Olaf Drink Clip Now Available from Select Disney Springs Locations
Annie Wilson
Frozen 2 has brought a blizzard of new merchandise and treats to Walt Disney World, and now there’s one more souvenir you can take home with you. We made our way to Disney Springs to try the new Olaf Dole Whip Slush when we spotted an Olaf light up clip available as an add on. …
PHOTOS: Strange New Poutine Apparel Now Available in the Canada Pavilion at Epcot
Tom Corless
Canada. Big, wide, and known for french fries covered in gravy. A series of new t-shirts celebrating poutine has arrived at the Canada Pavilion at Epcot, so go ahead and smother yourself in them like that brown sauce on potatoes. I “Maple Leaf” Poutine Canada World Showcase T-Shirt, $24.99 Clip art of poutine is accompanied …
PHOTOS: Fort Wilderness Beach Moves, Reflections – A Disney Lakeside Resort Construction Update, and Tri-Circle-D Ranch Demolition
Staff Writer
With the ongoing construction at the former River Country site for Reflections – A Disney Lakeside Resort, guests visiting Fort Wilderness Resort and Campgrounds are seeing plenty of green walls. As part of the preparations for the resort’s arrival, the Fort Wilderness beach area has been relocated. Also happening is the removal of the old …
PHOTOS: Aerial Construction Update on Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Hotel at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
Back when plans were first revealed in April 2017, many thought it incredulous that Disney could actually create an immersive, luxury starcruiser experience for guests looking to live out their very own story within the Star Wars universe. Well, a few years, announcements, and construction updates later, we’re starting to see that this is becoming …
Game of Thrones Creators Out of Planned Star Wars Trilogy
Spencer Lloyd
In a shocking turn of events this morning, Game of Thrones creative duo David Benioff and D.B. Weiss have exited their planned Star Wars trilogy around a year and a half after Disney and Lucasfilm first announced they were joining. In a statement following the announcement, the two had the following to offer: We love Star Wars. …
Disney Villains After Hours Event Returning to the Magic Kingdom in 2020
Disney Villains After Hours is making a triumphant return in 2020, as the event will take place on 24 select nights February 7 through July 10. That is 14 more nights than in 2019, allowing more guests to experience the villainous event. Tickets are available to purchase now if you want to secure your place …
PHOTOS: First Exterior Roller Coaster Track Pieces Installed for TRON Lightcycle Run at the Magic Kingdom
Staff Writer
Good morning, Users! Construction on TRON Lightcycle Run at the Magic Kingdom is really coming along with all this coding, I mean, track work. The massive coaster is set to open at the Magic Kingdom in 2021. Just earlier we saw work continuing along on the show building, but now we see the first piece …
Priority Seating at Horizon Bay Restaurant in Tokyo DisneySea Resumes November 15th
Spencer Lloyd
Back in July, the Oriental Land Company ended the popular character dining and Priority Seating reservations at Tokyo DisneySea’s Horizon Bay Restaurant. However, a notice quietly appeared yesterday on the official TDR website, heralding the return of Priority Seating! (Translated from the official TDR website) As of November 1st, Priority Seating reservations will be accepted …
PHOTOS: Additional Exterior Track Supports Added as TRON Construction Progresses at the Magic Kingdom
Staff Writer
It’s difficult to look around Tomorrowland or Storybook Circus and not notice TRON construction in your sight lines. The massive coaster, officially called TRON Lightcycle Run, is set to open at the Magic Kingdom in 2021. As construction progresses, the attraction is starting to reflect key elements of the concept art. TRON construction is especially …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: New Character Posters and Trailer Released For “The Mandalorian”
Joe Hogarty
Disney and Lucasfilm have released brand new character posters, as well as a new trailer for “The Mandalorian”. Check them out below! “Mandalorian, look outside. They’re waiting for you.” Watch the brand new trailer for #TheMandalorian, an original @StarWars series. Start streaming Nov. 12, only on #DisneyPlus. pic.twitter.com/GzwcQmTdRi — Disney+ (@DisneyPlus) October 29, 2019 “The …
PHOTOS: New Christmas Collars, Spirit Jerseys, and Mickey Antler Comfort Harnesses for Pets Spotted at Disney Springs
Staff Writer
With Christmas on its way, another new batch of Christmas merchandise has arrived at World of Disney at Disney Springs. Several new items for your pets to help celebrate the merriest of Disney holidays are now available. Christmas Dog Collar – $17.99 The first two items are a comfort harness and a dog collar. These …
Disney Reveals Behind The Scenes Look at “Merry Menagerie” Animal Puppets for Disney’s Animal Kingdom Holiday Celebration
Jessica Figueroa
When guests visit Disney’s Animal Kingdom this holiday season, they’ll find festive new entertainment and holiday décor in every land. It all begins on Discovery Island, where guests will be surrounded by a celebration of winter. The village is filled with sparkling white holiday decorations and colorful, animal-inspired luminaries, and throughout the day, the area …
REVIEW: New Olaf’s Fall Cheesecake, Nokk Caramel Mousse, and “Frozen” Orange Cream Soda at Kringla Bakeri in EPCOT
Staff Writer
While the rest of EPCOT is really embracing the Christmas feeling, Norway’s Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe introduced a trio of new sweet treats with flavors geared toward fall… and Frozen. The lineup includes a Fall Cheesecake, a Caramel Mousse, and a Frozen Orange Cream Soda in a souvenir cup. Fall Cheesecake – $5.99 or a …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Halloween 2019 Cast Member Pumpkin Decorating Contest Displays at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa
Annie Wilson
Cast Members at Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa are competing in a pumpkin decorating contest, so we stopped in to check them out. Different departments have put together these displays, and now it’s time to vote for your favorites! Take a look at the Halloween displays these Cast Members have put together. This Stitch pumpkin …
Exclusive Disneyland Resort Limited Edition Holiday Pins Feature Festival of Holidays, “it’s a small world”, Haunted Mansion Gingerbread, and an Advent Calendar
Alicia
The annual Festival of Holidays that takes place at Disney California Adventure is right around the corner, starting November 8th, 2019. We’ve got a look at the pins exclusive to the event, as well as other upcoming holiday pin releases! Let’s check out the sheet below and start writing our list for Santa. The day …
PHOTOS: New Holiday Snack Themed Phone Cases Now Available at Disney Parks
New D-Tech phone cases featuring holiday snack designs have appeared at stores in Walt Disney World. We spotted these new cases at The Emporium in Walt Disney World, and they come in two unique styles! Clear 3D Holiday Food Phone Case – $34.99 The design on the back of this case is done in the …
PHOTOS: New Limited Edition Holiday Ornament Boxed Gifting Pins Land at Walt Disney World
A new set of ornament box pins have made their way into stores at Walt Disney World. We found this set at Pin Traders in Disney Springs, and each individual ornament box pin retails for $15.99. The ornament pin set has a very cute Christmas tree display at Pin Traders! The Bunny Gets the Pancake …
PHOTOS: New Christmas Alex and Ani Bracelets Sleigh Into Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
Disney keeps receiving brand new Christmas merchandise daily by sleigh from the North Pole it seems, bringing us all into the holiday season while we still have Halloween candy to eat. At the World of Disney at Disney Springs, we spotted brand new Christmas Alex and Ani bracelets that are perfect to get us into …
PHOTOS: New “Toy Story” Holiday Themed Light-Up Glow Ears Fall with Style into Disney Parks
New holiday-themed glow ears have made their way into Disney Parks, and this time they’re themed to the Little Green Men from Toy Story. Let’s take a closer look! Hidden in the ornaments on the ears is a silhouette of Woody and Buzz! Here’s a look at the ears with their lights turned on! These will …
PHOTOS: New Legacy Disney Characters Ornament Set Available Now at Disney Parks
A new set of legacy ornaments for some of your favorite Disney characters has made its way into Disney Parks. According to Cast Members, there will be a total of 10 ornaments in the set, but only five were available when we checked this morning. Let’s take a look! Little Mermaid Legacy Ornament – $21.99 …
Limited Edition Resort Exclusive Holiday Pins Revealed for Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort
Staff Writer
Limited Edition and Limited Release pins for this year’s Gingerbread Resort collection have been revealed, featuring an array of fun holiday vignettes, and of course, gingerbread cookies. While these are not out on the official Merchandise page, we got a special sneak peek thanks to our friends over at Disney Pins Blog. Check out all …
PHOTOS: New Guest Walkway Opens as Part of Arrival Enhancements at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
Jambo, everyone! Today, we took a trip over to Disney’s Animal Kingdom to check on the tram construction and any changes to the arrival experience here. This project began this past May and has been progressing slowly. If you remember from one of our latest updates, all of the transportation drop-off locations have since been adjusted. Now, …
New Annual Passholder Discounts Announced for “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!” Dessert Parties and Select Resort Hotels at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
This holiday season, there are exciting new experiences coming to Walt Disney World Resort and the best way to enjoy everything is with a Walt Disney World Resort Annual Pass!Disney has shared some new upcoming holiday offers for Annual Passholders:“Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!” Dessert Parties – This year, there’s a new Passholder discount for “Jingle …
REVIEW: New “Frozen 2” Pumpkin Spiced Donut Tart is the Ultimate Fall Dessert from Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Annie Wilson
New Frozen 2 themed treats have been making their way across Walt Disney World, and today a new dessert has drifted into the Contempo Cafe at the Contemporary Resort. The Pumpkin Spiced Donut Tart stands out in the bakery case, so we had to try it out. This is almost like two snacks in one. …
PHOTOS: New Fuzzy Fleece-Lined Christmas Crocs Arrive at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
New Christmas-themed Disney Crocs have shown up at Disney Springs. These Crocs are retailing for $44.99 at Disney Springs and can be found at World of Disney. The Crocs feature Christmas images and details, as well as Mickey head Christmas wreaths one the outside of each shoe. These Crocs are also unique in that they …
Cranium Command’s Buzzy Animatronic Confirmed Missing by Orange County Authorities; NBA Player Robin Lopez Bought Stolen Animatronic’s Clothes
Jessica Figueroa
Another piece in the unraveling case of last year’s stolen Buzzy animatronic from Cranium Command in EPCOT’s former Wonders of Life Pavilion has been unearthed. According to a report by the Orlando Sentinel’s Gabrielle Russon, NBA player Robin Lopez unknowingly purchased the animatronic’s clothes from former Cast Member Patrick Spikes under the impression that they …
New “Frozen 2” Themed Treats Coming to Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
You don’t have to journey to an enchanted forest to try these new treats celebrating the premiere of Disney’s highly-anticipated animated film, “Frozen 2.” All you have to do is visit Walt Disney World Resort, where you’ll find a variety of yummy sweets across property. I’ve put together this Foodie Guide to give you the …
PHOTOS: New “Guardians of the Galaxy” Christmas Shoulder Groot Plush Arrives at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
I am Groot! (Translation: Happy Holidays!) It’s time to fall in love all over again with everyone’s favorite adorable sentient tree creature, Groot. This time, he’s all decked out for the holidays with a Santa hat. With the regular shoulder Groot plush being one of the top-sold items at Disneyland Resort, we’re happy this guest …
PHOTOS: Colorful New Seating Areas and Charging Stations Added to Former El Centro Lobby at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
Jessica Figueroa
Since the opening of Gran Destino Tower at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, it’s been wondered what the future would hold for the former lobby located at El Centro, seeing as though all check-in services had been moved to the newly-opened resort tower. For years, this impressive large hallway served as the hub for Guest Services, …
