Calbee, Inc. Sponsoring Two Fantasy Springs Restaurants at Tokyo Disney Resort
Shannen Ace
Calbee, Inc. has partnered with Tokyo Disney Resort to sponsor three restaurants at the resort, including two in the new Fantasy Springs port of Tokyo DisneySea. Calbee, Inc. Begins Tokyo Disney Resort Sponsorship Calbee, Inc. is a snack company with the motto “Harvest the Power of Nature.” The Oriental Land Company’s press release states that …
PHOTOS: New Gate Painted and More Scaffolding Removed at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
Along with new Frontierland props, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure has gained more foliage. Crew members have also been working on the queue and train station stairs. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Construction When we visited the construction site last Thursday, several crew members were working on the mountain, which is becoming a salt mine for the story of …
New Halloween Horror Nights Display at Universal Studios Florida Hints at Upcoming Announcements
Shannen Ace
New Halloween Horror Nights props adorn Five and Dime in the Hollywood section of Universal Studios Florida, teasing announcements coming soon. The gift shop is the exit of Universal Orlando’s Horror Make-Up Show and mostly offers Universal Monsters merchandise. During the lead-up to HHN, they sell preview merch for the event. Halloween Horror Nights Props …
Live Improv Musician Begins Performing at Restaurantosaurus in Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Shannen Ace
Restaurantosaurus at Disney’s Animal Kingdom now features a live musician entertaining guests with improvised, personalized songs. Restaurauntosaurus Live Musician The musician carries a guitar and sings. He appears in the mornings for approximately 30-minute sets, although showtimes are not posted publicly. He doesn’t stay in one place but wanders the restaurant to speak to different …
New Retro Mickey & Friends Sweatshirts and T-Shirt at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
New retro-style apparel featuring Mickey & Friends has arrived at Walt Disney World Resort. We found two new sweatshirts and a new T-shirt in the Emporium at Magic Kingdom. Mickey & Friends Tee – $34.99 This light purple tee features nine white squares in the center. A different character is pictured in dark purple inside …
Disney Files Patent for ‘More Aggressive’ Soarin’-Style Flying Theater Attraction & More: Daily Recap (3/31/24)
Katie Francis
Disney filed a patent for a “more aggressive” version of the Soarin’-style flying theater attraction, the Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular was confirmed to return to this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, and a new live show debuted at EPCOT — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Sunday, March 31, 2024. Walt Disney World …
More New Mickey & Minnie Summer Merchandise at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
More housewares have joined the Mickey and Minnie Mouse summer merchandise collection at Walt Disney World Resort. More Summer Merchandise Featuring Mickey and Minnie We found most of the new summer merchandise items at World of Disney in Disney Springs. Plates Set – $34.99 This set includes four large Mickey-shaped plates. Each plate is a …
New Mickey Mouse Summer Starbucks Tumbler at Disneyland Resort
Shannen Ace
A new Starbucks tumbler has joined the summer merchandise collection available at Disneyland Resort. We found the tumbler in World of Disney at Downtown Disney District. Summer Starbucks Tumbler – $44.99 The artwork on the tumbler is also featured on other merchandise in the collection. Mickey is pictured in a blue and white striped hammock …
Disney Files Patent for ‘More Aggressive’ Soarin’-Style Flying Theater Attraction
Shannen Ace
A patent filed by Disney shows how they plan to improve flying theater attractions like Soarin’ with a greater range of motion. New Soarin’ Patent Disney Imagineer Mark Sumner designed the original Soarin’ mechanism with an Erector Set. The new mechanism references Sumner’s original patent, aiming to improve upon the original design. The updated flying …
Universal Orlando Casting Performers for New Summer Mega Movie Parade
Shannen Ace
After 2 years, it looks like Universal Studios Florida may finally be getting a new parade. Universal’s Superstar Parade was permanently closed back in June of 2022 to make way for a new experience, but things have remained quiet until now. Universal Orlando Resort is casting performers, including dancers and stilt walkers for a new …
REVIEW: New Seared Scallop and Blueberry Buckle at 2024 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
Shannen Ace
EPCOT Farmers Feast at the 2024 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival has a new menu available from March 31 through April 27. The Grilled Street Corn on the Cob has remained but the new additions are Seared Scallop and Blueberry Buckle. EPCOT Farmers Feast Menu Seared Scallop and Blueberry Buckle replace the previously available …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: New Forces of Nature by AntiGravity Acrobatics Show at EPCOT
Shannen Ace
A new live show debuted in World Celebration Gardens at EPCOT this week. “Forces of Nature by AntiGravity” features aerial acrobatic performers representing Mother Nature and different elements. Forces of Nature by AntiGravity Crew members installed a new set piece in the Inspiration Garden of World Celebration. It’s a large orb made of green poles …
EPCOT Walkway Near Imagination Pavilion Reopens Following Construction
Shannen Ace
A walkway connecting World Nature and World Celebration near the Imagination! Pavilion of EPCOT has reopened following a month of construction. EPCOT Walkway Reopens The walkway is circled in the above map of the area. It’s a short path connected to the EPCOT rosewalk. Construction walls previously blocked the walkway but these have been removed. …
‘Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular’ Confirmed to Return for 2024 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Shannen Ace
Walt Disney World posted a casting call for female vocalists to portray the Sanderson Sisters in the “Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular” stage show during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom. Disney Casting Sanderson Sisters The Sanderson Sisters from “Hocus Pocus” join Disney Villains during the show in front of Cinderella Castle three or four …
Construction Walls Moved During Morocco Pavilion Work in EPCOT
Shannen Ace
Construction walls have shifted slightly during the courtyard construction at the Morocco Pavilion in EPCOT. Morocco Pavilion Construction We reported a week ago on the new construction walls taking up much of the pavilion’s front courtyard. Scaffolding and scrim cover the archway entrances into the rest of the pavilion. But construction walls have been pulled …
Dahlia Lounge Overhauls Menu, Eliminates a Guest Favorite & More: Daily Recap (3/30/24)
Katie Francis
Dahlia Lounge has overhauled their menu and eliminated a guest favorite, new props are in Frontierland at Magic Kingdom, and the Easter pre-parade has returned for the holiday weekend — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, March 30, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney’s Animal Kingdom Walt Disney …
Disney Munchlings Playful Picnic Plush Collection Coming to Disney Store
Shannen Ace
A new Disney Munchlings collection is coming soon to DisneyStore.com and likely to Disney Parks at the same time. Disney Munchlings Playful Picnic Plush The Disney Store new arrivals page teases the new Disney Munchlings Playful Picnic plush coming to the online shop on April 1, 2024. The pictured plush appear to be inspired by …
Themed Traffic Signal Refurbished at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Shannen Ace
After being removed, one of the traffic signals in Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been refurbished and returned. Hollywood Studios Traffic Signal Refurbished Hollywood Blvd . and Sunset Blvd. at Disney’s Hollywood Studios feature working retro traffic signals on their street corners that light up and flip between “Go” and “Stop” signs. The traffic signals are …
Themed Signage Added to New Harambe Market Seating Area in Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Shannen Ace
Disney has added more themed signs to the new Harambe Market seating area at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Themed Signage in Harambe Market Seating Area The covered seating area serves Harambe Market, Tamu Tamu Refreshments, or Zuri’s Sweets Shop in the Africa section of the park. It opened in March after nine months of construction and is located …
Zazu Shoulder Plush Celebrates ‘The Lion King’ 30th Anniversary at Disneyland
Shannen Ace
A Zazu shoulder plush has arrived at Disneyland Resort in honor of the 30th anniversary of “The Lion King” this year. We spotted Zazu at the Newsstand near the Disneyland Park entrance, as well as in the Emporium. Zazu Shoulder Plush – $24.99 Zazu is a blue and white hornbill. He has an orange and …
New Disneyland Resort Crocs Featuring Park Icons Available
Shannen Ace
A new pair of Disneyland Resort Crocs feature icons representing the resort’s two theme parks. We found the shoes at World of Disney in Downtown Disney District. Disneyland Resort Crocs – $69.99 The Crocs are white and both feature the Disneyland Resort wordmark in yellow on the straps. The shoes are also decorated with printed …
New Frontierland Props Include Whiskey, Rifles, and Horseshoes at Magic Kingdom
Eric Morton
As construction continues for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at the Magic Kingdom, we noticed some new Frontierland props placed in front of the Frontierland station as the area continues to get a refresh with props common to the period. Themed crates and barrels with items varying from horseshoes to flintlock rifles can be seen stacked as …
PHOTOS: Roofing Added to The Cake Bake Shop at Disney’s BoardWalk
Shannen Ace
During our most recent trip to Disney’s BoardWalk, we saw crew members adding steel roofing to the dormers on The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers. The new table-service restaurant and quick-service bakery is set to open sometime this year. The Cake Bake Shop Construction Two crew members were on the first roof of The …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Easter Pre-Parade Returns to Magic Kingdom for 2024 Holiday Weekend
Katie Francis
Nearly every year at the Magic Kingdom, a special Easter pre-parade takes place before the Festival of Fantasy parade for the holiday weekend. 2024 Easter Pre-Parade The parade kicks off at 11:30 a.m., about 30 minutes before Festival of Fantasy. Two Cast Members carry a banner to start the processional. They’re followed by hippos and …
New Walt Disney World Baseball Jersey, Disneyland Opening Day Speech T-Shirt, & More Arrive at Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
A new Walt Disney World baseball jersey, Walt Disney World Spirit Jersey, and Disneyland opening day speech T-shirt have arrived at the Magic Kingdom. We found all three new items in the Emporium. Disneyland Opening Day Speech T-Shirt – $34.99 Though we found this shirt at Magic Kingdom, it’s inspired by Walt’s original park. The …
First Teaser Trailer Released for ‘Disney Junior’s Ariel’ Series
Shannen Ace
Disney released the first teaser trailer for “Disney Junior’s Ariel,” a new series inspired by both the animated and live-action “The Little Mermaid” films. Disney Junior’s Ariel Disney Branded Television President Ayo Davis announced “Disney Junior’s Ariel” last year. “For more than 30 years,” she said, “the story of ‘The Little Mermaid’ has been beloved …
REVIEW: Dahlia Lounge Overhauls Menu, Eliminates a Guest Favorite
Eric Morton
Dahlia Lounge, located atop the Gran Destino Tower at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, has been offering Spanish-inspired bites and breathtaking views since opening in 2019. From the lounge, you can get clear views of EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Blizzard Beach, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and much more, either from their large outdoor patio or through their …
New Princess Jasmine Inspired Ear Headband Soars into Magic Kingdom
Toni Ferrigno
There’s a new shining, shimmering ear headband inspired by Princess Jasmine at Walt Disney World. Princess Jasmine Ear Headband – $34.99 Found at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom, these new ears draw inspiration from the outfit Princess Jasmine wears in the 1992 Disney animated classic, “Aladdin.” The ears are light turquoise with gold accents, just …
New “it’s a small world” Spirit Jersey and Ear Headband Sail Into Disney Springs
Toni Ferrigno
A new “it’s a small world” Spirit Jersey and ear headband have sailed into Walt Disney World. “it’s a small world” Spirit Jersey – $79.99 Found at World of Disney in Disney Springs, the new Spirit Jersey is themed to the Magic Kingdom opening day attraction, “it’s a small world.” The Spirit Jersey is a …
DVC to Give $200 Gift Card to Guests Who Tour & More: Daily Recap (3/29/24)
Eric Morton
Disney Vacation Club will pay you to tour their properties, a new ‘The Lion King’ merchandise collection hits Disney’s Animal Kingdom, a new retro collection drops into Magic Kingdom and a guest snuck into the Native American village in Disneyland — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, March 29, 2024. Walt …
Florence Pugh Teases Marvel’s ‘Thunderbolts’ in Behind-the-Scenes Video
Shannen Ace
“Black Widow” and “Hawkeye” star Florence Pugh teased Marvel’s upcoming “Thunderbolts” film in a behind-the-scenes video from the set. Florence Pugh on “Thunderbolts” Set Pugh, who portrays Yelena Belova in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, shared the video on her Instagram account with the caption, “@jakeschreier [Jake Schreier] and I have been hanging out..,” several emojis …
Universal Orlando Teases Summer 2024 Tribute Store & Parade Theme
Shannen Ace
The Mardi Gras Tribute Store at Universal Studios Florida is getting closer to its final day, which means a new summer theme will be coming soon. The table at the exit of the Tribute Store has added new props that potentially tease the theme for the summer 2024 Tribute Store and a new summer parade. …
Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis Tease ‘Freaky Friday 2’
Shannen Ace
A sequel to the 2003 “Freaky Friday” starring Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis is finally happening. Freaky Friday 2 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jamie Lee Curtis (@jamieleecurtis) The stars reunited for a photo Curtis shared on Instagram with the caption, “DUH! FFDEUX!” She tagged Disney and Disney Studios. According …
New ‘Up’ Loungefly Mini Backpack, Ear Headband, and More at Disneyland Resort
Toni Ferrigno
There’s a new line of “Up” merchandise available at Disneyland Resort. Adventure Awaits T-shirt – $64.99 We found most of this new “Up” collection at World of Disney in the Downtown Disney District. First up is this mesh T-shirt that reads “Adventure Awaits Choose Your Path.” The front is orange and cream, with Russell and …
Guest Sneaks Into Native American Village at Disneyland
Shannen Ace
A Disneyland guest snuck into the Native American village along the park’s Rivers of America and took up-close video of the characters. Guest Sneaks Into Native American Village Instagram user @joneshousing shared a video from the village on March 20, 2024. The person filming is sitting in the village, panning the camera across different audio-animatronics. …
Snow White and Dopey Appear at Magic Kingdom for Limited Time Easter Meet-and-Greet
Shannen Ace
At Magic Kingdom on Friday, we saw Snow White and Dopey doing a meet and greet together outside Curtain Call Collectibles on Main Street, U.S.A. Snow White & Dopey Meet and Greet The meet and greet is not publicly advertised and does not have posted times. It is only available for Easter weekend. Snow White …
Walt Disney World Park Hours Extended in Mid-April 2024
Shannen Ace
Walt Disney World has extended park hours for Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom the week of April 14 through 20, 2024. Magic Kingdom Park Hours Magic Kingdom was previously scheduled to be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day of the week. It will now open at 8 a.m. …
Disneyland Announces Season of the Force ‘Star Wars’ Scavenger Hunt
Shannen Ace
Disneyland Resort will offer a special “Star Wars” scavenger hunt during this year’s Season of the Force. Season of the Force Scavenger Hunt Disney added the “Seek and Find” to the Season of the Force webpage. The activity’s description reads, “Start at The Star Trader to search for hidden cylinders that reveal a code and …
Universal Orlando Grad Bash 2024 T-Shirt and Pullover Now Available Online
Shannen Ace
Before Grad Bash 2024 kicks off at Universal Orlando Resort next month, a Grad Bash T-shirt and a pullover are available for purchase online. Grad Bash 2024 T-Shirt – $25 The T-shirt is black and features the graffiti Grad Bash 2024 logo on the left breast. “Grad Bash 2024” is also on the back in …
New ‘Ratatouille’ Bus Debuts at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
This week, Walt Disney World announced that 90 new buses were joining their fleet. They replace old buses and some feature new decorative wraps. A bus with a “Ratatouille” wrap debuted on Friday. “Ratatouille” Bus The bus wrap features Remy, wearing his chef’s hat, caught up in a breeze through Paris. The Eiffel Tower is …