UPDATE: Guests with Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Reservations Will Check-In at Launch Bay
Jessica Figueroa
Disney has just released a handy FAQ on Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opening day protocol. Guests with reservations for the land are allowed to check in up to two hours ahead of their reservation times: Guests looking to line up for merchandise can do so at 2:00 AM on May 31st. Queues for both the …
UPDATE: Winged Encounters – The Kingdom Takes Flight Bird Show Will Remain at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Without Posted Times
Jessica Figueroa
When we first heard the rumor about Winged Encounters potentially ending, we knew it was plausible that a calendar mishap could’ve been probable, and it appears the Winged Encounters – The Kingdom Takes Flight bird show will thankfully remain at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The main change is that the show will not be listed on …
PHOTOS: Play Disney Parks App Updated, Datapad Experience Now Activated for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Jessica Figueroa
While many details have been released about the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Galactic Datapad within the Play Disney Parks, beyond a cute little interactive map, there isn’t much we’ve been able to do on there… until now. A recent update to the app has added the full Star Wars: Datapad experience, as well as an …
PHOTOS: Merchant of Venus Gets a Splash of Orange and Teal in Tomorrowland at the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
We recently brought you photos of an all-white Merchant of Venus (prime love bug location, by the way), but we’re pleased to show you that the latest progress to the Tomorrowland paint project has brought a splash of orange and teal flanking the sides of the classic shop. These same walls had been primed in …
PHOTOS: Tiki Mask Returns to New Adventureland Entrance Sign at Disneyland Park
Staff Writer
Yesterday, the new Adventureland sign was unveiled at Disneyland Park after being removed for refurbishment back in April. Today, we see the return of the tiki mask on top of the sign. The tiki mask has returned to adorn the entrance to Adventureland, where it was previously before it was taken down. Although rather ominous …
PHOTOS: New Pirates of the Caribbean Redd Dress and Treasure Chest Purse Commandeer Uptown Jewelers at the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
Redd may have a very heated history in Disney lore, but that doesn’t stop Disney from coming up with more and more Redd pirate merchandise. And for once, I can say that I actually wouldn’t mind becoming a pirate captain… Especially not with this on. This famed new dress is a red, black, and white …
REVIEW: Limited-Time Asante Slush at Harambe’s Shave Ice Cart in Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
A jungle of eats and treats celebrating “The Lion King” are now available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and we took to one of the carts in Harambe Market to find the latest new slush to hit the thirsty summer scene. Asante Slush – Available at the Shave Ice Cart Near Harambe Market You have the option …
PHOTOS: Disneyland Releases Merchant & Food Guide to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Jessica Figueroa
If you need a primer on all things Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge food and merchandise, look no further than this Merchant & Food Guide, hot off the presses from Disneyland Park. The guide features all you need to know about Droid Depot, Savi’s Workshop, and various other merchants and eateries across Black Spire Outpost. With …
REVIEW: Limited-Time Simba Ice Cream Sandwich at Tamu Tamu in Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
Next up on our tour of eats and treats celebrating “The Lion King” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is the Simba Ice Cream Sandwich! Simba Ice Cream Sandwich – Available at Tamu Tamu The Simba Ice Cream Sandwich includes two chocolate chip cookies, vanilla ice cream, and a decorative chocolate tail, with an image of Simba in …
PHOTOS: Disney Offers First Look at Guidemap for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park
Jessica Figueroa
Disney has just released a first look at the official Disneyland Park guidemap, featuring the full map of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, as well as attraction and dining markers throughout the land. Check out their full announcement below! When Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens at Disneyland park on May 31, it will be the largest …
REVIEW: Limited-Time Simba Sunset Dole Whip and King’s Cooler Float at Tamu Tamu in Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
A jungle of eats and treats celebrating “The Lion King” are now available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and we’re reviewing one of the more… macabre ones. Simba Sunset Dole Whip | King’s Cooler – Available at Tamu Tamu The Simba Sunset Dole Whip Float is a Pineapple Dole Whip topped with red syrup made up of …
REVIEW: Bugs ‘n’ Grubs Waffle Cone is Slimy, Yet Satisfying at the Anandapur Ice Cream Truck in Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
A jungle of eats and treats celebrating “The Lion King” are now available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and we found the slimiest and most satisfying one of all. Bugs ‘n Grub Waffle Cone – Available at Anandapur Ice Cream Truck and Trilo-Bites The Bugs ‘n Grubs waffle cone is chocolate soft-serve ice cream in a green …
All-New Forky Character Greeting Added to H2O Glow Nights at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon
Jessica Figueroa
UPDATE:It appears Disney Parks Blog has edited their original list of offerings for H2O Glow nights at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon and corrected the original Forky offering to an… inflatable.We’re sure this is a disappointing announcement for guests who might’ve booked tickets to meet the famed new character, but it’ll be interesting to see how they …
Magic Kingdom Cast Member Arrested for Attempting to Arrange Sexual Encounter With 8-Year-Old
Staff Writer
A Magic Kingdom employee from Clermont is accused of trying to arrange a sexual encounter with an 8-year-old girl. The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida on Thursday announced the arrest of the Magic Kingdom Cast Member, Frederick M. Pohl, Jr. He is accused of sending inappropriate materials and attempting to …
PHOTO REPORT: Hollywood Studios 5/24/19 ($1 Souvenir Penny Machines, Galaxy’s Edge Cranes, Construction Walls, ETC.)
Annie Wilson
Seeing all the brightly colored gondolas zipping through the air when I arrive at Hollywood Studios is actually something I look forward to now. It’s hard to believe all the changes happening inside and outside of the park. Not only do we have a new security check point and tram loop, but the Disney Skyliner …
Aunt Polly’s Restaurant on Tom Sawyer Island Reopening for a Limited Time This Memorial Day Weekend
Jessica Figueroa
If you start to get hungry while exploring Tom Sawyer’s Island, look no further than Aunt Polly’s for a quick bite to eat, plus some of the best peanut butter sandwiches in this neck of the woods. Aunt Polly’s, a seasonal quick service restaurant, reopens just in time to accommodate for Memorial Day crowds starting today, …
REVIEW: “Aladdin”; Some Things Old, Some Things New, Some Things Borrowed, and Will Smith Is Blue
Joe Hogarty
I have to say that I was a little disappointed. After seeing the trailers and TV spots for “Aladdin”, I was convinced this was going to be yet another dismal live-action remake of a Disney animated classic, and I was going to rip it to shreds. But, to my surprise, I actually enjoyed this version …
SHOP: Harveys Limited Release Americana Minnie Ears Now Available on shopDisney
Staff Writer
Just a couple of weeks ago, Disney announced that an all-new Disney Parks Designer Collection would be debuting on May 24th at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. Now you can get your hands on the Mickey and Minnie Mouse Americana Ear Headband by Harveys on shopDisney.com. There’s a limited amount of each headband, so I …
PHOTOS: New “The Lion King” Inspired PhotoPass Magic Shots Now Available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
Disney has just announced four brand new Magic Shots themed to “The Lion King” coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the animated film. Check out all the details below! Beginning today, you can enjoy these photo opportunities from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. every day this summer when you …
RUMOR: Winged Encounters – The Kingdom Takes Flight Bird Show Ending This Week at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
It seems the fan-favorite animal encounter, Winged Encounters – The Kingdom Takes Flight bird show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is ending its four-year run this week. Winged Encounters – The Kingdom Takes Flight seems to be ending this week at Animal Kingdom. This is the macaw flyover in front of the Tree of Life. I …
PHOTOS: First Look at Yub Nub and Cliff Dweller Souvenir Mugs, Printed Menu, and More Coasters from Oga’s Cantina in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Jessica Figueroa
Sure, we’ve all seen bits of merchandise show up on social media in the days following Cast Member previews at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, but there’s this other corner of the internet that’s also quietly getting populated, and that’s the resale market. Some of the merchandise we’ve already seen, like droid headbands and even a …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: New “Rivers of Light: We Are One” Show Debuts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
Namaste! The newly revamped, character-based version of Rivers of Light, “Rivers of Light: We Are One” debuted early tonight in a special Annual Passholder preview. “Rivers of Light: We Are One” is the next chapter of this beautiful nighttime pageant, filled with stunning imagery and familiar animal characters from Disneynature films, along with a colorful tapestry of …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: New “The Lion King” Themed Tree of Life Awakenings Series Debuts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
In addition to the newest version of Rivers of Light that debuted tonight (and will debut to the public tomorrow!), there’s a special new The Lion King-themed Tree of Life Awakenings series that will be featured each evening at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, with a new story inspired by this summer’s release of “The Lion King.” Moments from …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney California Adventure 05/23/19 (Marvel Land Construction, Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind, Crowds, ETC.)
Ali
It was unusually crowded on this random Thursday afternoon in California Adventure Park. So crowded, that even the The Little Mermaid ride was packed to capacity. So let’s skip the rides altogether and take a walk around the park. Not surprisingly, the Grizzly River Run ride was not running. “Inside Out” Emotional Whirlwind Construction Over …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: A Behind The Scenes Sneak Peek of The New “Rivers of Light: We Are One” Nighttime Show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
The newly revamped, character-based version of Rivers of Light, “Rivers of Light: We Are One” debuts this weekend at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, as the next chapter of this beautiful nighttime pageant unfolds, telling the story of our connection with animals and the emotions and milestones we all share in our journey through the great circle …
BREAKING: Soarin’ Over California Returns For A Limited Time In An Attempt to Distract Guests from Galaxy’s Edge
Jessica Figueroa
The epic, aerial adventure Soarin’ Over California returns to Disney California Adventure park, albeit in an attempt to distract the masses from Galaxy’s Edge. The fan-favorite attraction will be returning for one month only, from June 1st to the 30th. This virtual tour celebrates the beauty and wonder of the Golden State—from San Francisco’s iconic …
PHOTOS: In-Depth Look at Completed Sleeping Beauty Castle Refurbishment at Disneyland Park
Staff Writer
Last Saturday, Disney finally shared the first look at the completed refurbishment to the beloved Disneyland Park icon, Sleeping Beauty Castle. And now we’re sharing even more photos of the completed Castle with you. Sleeping Beauty Castle will be reopening this Friday, May 24. We’re sure you’re just as anxious as we are for the …
TONIGHT on WDW News Tonight (5/23/19): Star Wars Special, Jumble Cruise Game, Cornac the Magnificent, and a Surprise!
Tom Corless
Tonight! Cornac the Magnificent returns, we play The Jumble Cruise for the very first time, and we celebrate Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge since we’re going away for a few weeks to cover it… The show can be watched live at WDWNTunes.com on your computer or mobile device (but it is also available on Twitter, Facebook, …
PHOTOS: New Details Released for Interactive DescenDANCE Party at Oogie Boogie Bash Halloween Party in Disney California Adventure
Jessica Figueroa
Are you ready to have a ghoulishly good time at the new Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party at Disney California Adventure? This separately-ticketed party is packed with exclusive new entertainment and experiences, including the new “World of Color” spectacular – “Villainous!” Disney has just released more details on the all-new tween interactive …
PHOTOS: New Toy Story Charms by Pandora Arrive at Uptown Jewelers in the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
You’ve got a friend in these charms, although they might not be as friendly to your wallet. (But then again, when has that stopped any of us?) This new line of Toy Story charms by Pandora Jewelry will bring a welcome touch of nostalgia to any charm bracelet, with enough fun details to satisfy any …
PHOTOS: New Genie Loungefly Backpack Magically Appears in World of Disney at Disneyland Resort
Staff Writer
You ain’t never had a backpack like this! Ahead of the opening of the new live-action Aladdin this Friday, World of Disney at the Disneyland Resort has displayed plenty of new merchandise. And perhaps the most magical item of all is this new Genie Loungefly Backpack. It has punch, pizzaz, and a brand of magic …
New Brunch Menu Revealed for Lamplight Lounge at Disney’s California Adventure
Staff Writer
As we reported back on May 15th, The Lamplight Lounge at Disney’s California Adventure has released their Brunch Menu, and the offerings sound delicious! Check out the menu below. Entrées Crab & Potato Cake Benedict – $22 Sautéed Spinach, Soft-poached Eggs, Chipotle Hollandaise, and fresh Fruit Brunch Burger – $22 Grilled Custom Burger Blend with …
BREAKING: Disney Security Phasing Out Loose Item Bins, Guests Now Walk Through Metal Detector with Belongings
Jessica Figueroa
If you’re a fan of the no bag line life, then your park hopping days are about to get easier. Disney Security is phasing out bins at metal detectors, allowing guests to walk through with common items they may have inside their pockets, like phones, wallets, and keys. While talk of calibrating metal detectors to …
BLACK SPIRE 101: Everything You Need to Know About Droid Depot in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Staff Writer
[insert page=’163580′ display=’content’ inline] Everything You Need to Know: Droid Depot Droid Depot is located in the market area of Galaxy’s Edge, and is Black Spire’s ultimate warehouse supplier of all the parts, tech, manuals and power converters you need to build your own trusty companion for all your galactic adventures. How to get there? …
Details Announced for New Lake Area Between Frozen and Star Wars Lands as Part of Walt Disney Studios Park Expansion
Staff Writer
In February of 2018, we announced that there would be an expansion of Marvel, Star Wars and Frozen themed lands in Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris, with a new lake being the focal point for entertainment experiences. This will connect each of the three new areas, completing one of the most ambitious projects at …
PHOTOS: Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo Full Menu and Specialty Beverages in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Jessica Figueroa
Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo is turning out to be a real powerhouse of galactic grub, and between its vast menu spanning breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as Mobile Ordering offered at the quick service restaurant, it’s sure to be a popular spot for refueling in between galactic adventures. We’ve got a look …
PHOTOS: Spitting Camel Returns to The Magic Carpets of Aladdin in Adventureland at the Magic Kingdom
Jessica Figueroa
She is beauty, she is grace. Our spitting beauty is back! After undergoing for refurbishment for a few months, the beloved Spitting Camel of Adventureland is back, and just in time for the sweltering heat, too. The spitting statue has been a staple of The Magic Carpets of Aladdin since 2001, and while we were …
REVIEW: New Lemon Sorbet and Chocolate Gelato at Pinocchio Village Haus in the Magic Kingdom
Annie Wilson
It was a hot day at the Magic Kingdom, so we were thankful to find some refreshing new treats have been added to the menu at Pinocchio Village Haus. Signs by the register advertise the new Lemon Sorbet or Chocolate Gelato for $3.99 each. It’s ridiculously warm out, so why not try both? Expectations versus …
REVIEW: Loaded Onion Rings Settle in to Frontierland’s Golden Oak Outpost at the Magic Kingdom
Annie Wilson
We were making our way down the dusty trails of Frontierland when we noticed the Golden Oak Outpost has changed their menu. We couldn’t continue our travels without trying the new Loaded Onion Rings. The unique offerings from the menu have been removed and replaced with chicken breast nuggets, turkey legs, and loaded onion rings. …
PHOTOS: First Look at Ronto Roasters Breakfast Items, Turkey Jerky, and Specialty Beverages in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Jessica Figueroa
If you’ve worked up an appetite after waiting in line since dawn for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, don’t worry, there’ll be plenty of sustenance waiting for you once you make it inside. Ronto Roasters has you covered with an array of sweet and savory breakfast items, and we’ve just got our first look at these …
