New Jawa Sipper, Clone Trooper Helmet Bucket, and More Star Wars Day Souvenirs Coming to Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
New “Star Wars” food and beverage souvenir novelties will be available at Walt Disney World Resort this May the 4th. Star Wars Sippers & buckets Oga’s Cantina (Available May 4 through 31) This was first released at Disneyland Resort for Season of the Force. Coming Soon! Coaxium Sipper: Includes blue milk or green milk at time of …
Full List of 2025 ‘Star Wars’ May the 4th Food & Beverage Items at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
Special “Star Wars” inspired menu items will be available throughout Walt Disney World Resort next month in honor of May the 4th a.k.a. Star Wars Day. New items this year include the Battle of Hoth Macaroon, Mythrol Orb, Kessel Run Rations, and more. May the 4th Food at Walt Disney World Disney’s Hollywood Studios ABC …
BREAKING: Walt Disney World Tickets Released for 2026 with Slight Price Increase
Shannen Ace
Guests can now book their 2026 vacations to Walt Disney World Resort, with this morning’s release of theme park tickets and vacation packages. Walt Disney World 2026 Ticket Prices Walt Disney World has released ticket prices and vacation packages for 2026, specifically from January 1 through October 31, 2026. Bookings for November and December 2026 …
Orlando Airplane Catches Fire, Free Disney Dining Plan For Kids in 2026 & More: Daily Recap (4/21/25)
Shannen Ace
An airplane at Orlando International Airport caught fire, Walt Disney World will have a free dining plan for kids in 2026, early entry and extended evening hours will continue, and the new DVC Welcome Home Center is open — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, April 21, 2025. Walt Disney World …
REVIEW: Flora Taverna Breakfast Buffet Featuring Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, Salmon, and More at Universal Helios Grand Hotel
Shannen Ace
Among the new dining venues at Universal Helios Grand Hotel is Flora Taverna, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We dined for breakfast, where guests can choose to order table service or partake in a buffet. Flora Taverna is on the first floor of Universal Helios Grand Hotel, but its floor-to-ceiling windows and …
First 2025 ‘Love is Universal’ Pride Month Merchandise at Universal Orlando Resort
Shannen Ace
June is Pride Month, and though we still have a few weeks before the annual celebration, Universal Orlando Resort already has some new “Love is Universal” Pride merchandise available. The merchandise is available at the Universal Studios Store in Universal Studios Florida. Some of previous years’ merchandise, including a Spirit Jersey, is also still available. …
New Starbucks ‘Fun in the Sun’ Collection Tumbler Available at Disneyland
Shannen Ace
The new Starbucks tumbler from Disney’s “Fun in the Sun” summer collection is now available at Disneyland Resort. We first found the Starbucks tumbler and other “Fun in the Sun” merchandise at Walt Disney World. “Fun in the Sun” Collection Starbucks Tumbler – $39.99 A white-to-blue gradient is around the cup. It has an all-over …
REVIEW: Mac & Cheese Cones From Hooligan’s Grog & Gruel in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Epic Universe
Katie Francis
We tried all three mac and cheese cones from Hooligan’s Grog & Gruel in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Epic Universe. Location Hooligan’s Grog & Gruel is in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, located between Dragon Racer’s Rally and Viking Training Camp. Menu Mac & Cheese …
NEW Red Coca-Cola Freestyle Cup at Universal Orlando Resort
Shannen Ace
Universal Orlando Resort has a new Coca-Cola Freestyle cup available at Universal Studios Florida. Red Coca-Cola Freestyle Cup The cup is available at Coca-Cola Freestyle locations throughout the park. We did see the old gray cup still available at some locations. Pricing varies depending on how many days of refills you purchase. If you purchase …
Lew Wasserman Statue Returns (Again) to Universal Studios Florida
Shannen Ace
Universal has reinstalled the Lew Wasserman statue at its new home next to the Universal Studios Florida lagoon. Lew Wasserman Statue in Universal Studios Florida The statue of the former MCA Inc. president previously stood at a fork in the road of the park’s New York area, but had to be temporarily removed during the …
Ernie Hudson Taking Over Combat Carl Voice Role From Late Carl Weathers in ‘Toy Story 5’
Shannen Ace
In “Toy Story 5,” Ernie Hudson will take over as the voice of Combat Carl, who was previously voiced by the late Carl Weathers, Deadline confirmed. Ernie Hudson to Provide Voice for Combat Carl in ‘Toy Story 5’ Weathers debuted as the character (and as Combat Carl Jr.) in the 2013 special “Toy Story of …
PHOTOS: All Construction Walls Gone From Universal Studios Store Expansion at CityWalk Orlando
Shannen Ace
All the construction walls are gone from the expansion of the Universal Studios Store at Universal CityWalk Orlando, although work on the store isn’t done. Universal Studios Store Construction The expansion pad was the former location of Quiet Flight Surf Shop and Cinnabon, right next to the Universal Cinemark. Since our last update, construction walls …
Full Menu (With Prices) for Hooligan’s Grog & Gruel in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Epic Universe
Katie Francis
For handheld dishes and other Viking nosh, guests can stop by Hooligan’s Grog & Gruel in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Epic Universe. Location Hooligan’s Grog & Gruel is in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, between Dragon Racer’s Rally and Viking Training Camp. Menu Mac & …
U.S. Flags at Walt Disney World Half-Staff to Honor Pope Francis
Shannen Ace
The American flags at Walt Disney World are currently at half-staff to honor Pope Francis, who passed away at age 88 on Monday morning. Why are Walt Disney World Flags Half-Staff? The flags at Disney World were already half-staff following a shooting at Florida State University last Thursday. Two people were killed and six more …
WALL-E Appearing at Pixar Place Hotel for Earth Day 2025
Shannen Ace
It looks like WALL-E will have a meet and greet at Pixar Place Hotel at Disneyland Resort on Earth Day this week. WALL-E at Pixar Place Hotel Disneyland posted a video of WALL-E arriving at the hotel on their Instagram Story. The end of the video simply says, “Tomorrow. Earth Day.” Earth Day is April …
‘Jaws’ UOAP Magnet and More Passholder Bonus Benefits Announced for Universal Orlando Resort
Shannen Ace
Universal Orlando Resort’s Passholder Bonus Benefits return from May 1 to 22, 2025 — and you’re gonna need a bigger boat. Among the newly announced details is a “Jaws” UOAP magnet. “Jaws” Magnet Passholders can pick up one free “Jaws” UOAP magnet while supplies last during the Passholder Bonus Benefits period. The magnet will be available …
Delta Plane at Orlando International Airport Catches Fire Before Take-off
Shannen Ace
A Delta Air Lines plane about to leave Orlando International Airport (MCO) on Monday morning suddenly caught fire. Plane on Fire Delta Air Lines Flight 1213 had just left its gate for departure when one of the Airbus A330’s engines caught fire, Fox 35 Orlando reports. The 200 passengers, 10 flight attendants, and two pilots …
PHOTOS: New Chateau de Voyage DVC Welcome Home Center Opens in EPCOT
Brit Tuttle
The new Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Center, including a model room, is now open in the Canada Pavilion at EPCOT. Chateau de Voyage DVC Welcome Home Center Now Open The top level of the Canada Pavilion has been closed off for construction for several months. Walls have come down, opening up the stairs leading …
REVIEW: De Lacey’s Cottage in Dark Universe at Epic Universe
Katie Francis
We reviewed the two snack options on the menu at De Lacey’s Cottage in Dark Universe at Epic Universe. Location De Lacey’s Cottage is in Dark Universe, near Frankenstein Manor, where the original Frankenstein’s Monster once received sustenance and friendship. Now, a couple of small snacks and treats are offered here to those wandering through …
Early Entry and Extended Evening Hours Benefit Extended Through 2026 at Walt Disney World
Brit Tuttle
Walt Disney World Resort will extend the early entry and extended evening hours benefit for Disney Resort hotel guests in 2026. Early Entry and Extended Evening Hours Benefit Extended Through 2026 Following this morning’s announcement of a free kids’ dining plan for resort guests and the return of free water park admission for summer 2026, …
Free Water Park Admission Returning for Disney Resort Hotel Guests in Summer 2026
Brit Tuttle
Walt Disney World Resort has confirmed that this year’s free water park admission offer for resort hotel guests will return for summer 2026. Free Water Park Tickets in 2026 for Disney Resort Hotel Guests Alongside the announcement of a free kids’ dining plan for 2026, Walt Disney World also confirmed that Disney Resort hotel guests …
BREAKING: Free Dining Plan for Kids Coming to Walt Disney World in 2026
Brit Tuttle
Walt Disney World has announced that a free dining plan for kids will be available in 2026. How to Get Free Disney World Dining Plan for Kids (Ages 3-9) in 2026 Starting April 22, Walt Disney World vacation bookings for 2026 will become available. As a special offering for next year, guests staying at a …
Opening Day ‘Golden Fairytale Fanfare’ Stage Show Pulled from Website, Reportedly Closed at Shanghai Disneyland
Brit Tuttle
The opening day stage show, “Golden Fairytale Fanfare,” has reportedly closed at Shanghai Disneyland, after operating for nearly nine years. ‘Golden Fairytale Fanfare’ Removed from Shanghai Disney Resort Website, Reportedly Closed The show’s official pages have been removed from the Shanghai Disney Resort app and website, with the latter leading to a broken page stating …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour The Manor Storehouse in Dark Universe at Epic Universe
Katie Francis
After you’ve seen a demonstration (for better or worse) from Victoria Frankenstein, stop by The Manor Storehouse in Dark Universe at Epic Universe. About The Manor Storehouse is one of the merchandise locations in Dark Universe, offering various wares inspired by Universal Monsters. Read the official description below. In an abandoned part of Frankenstein Manor, …
Full Menu (With Prices) for De Lacey’s Cottage in Dark Universe at Epic Universe
Katie Francis
Check out the full menu with prices for De Lacey’s Cottage in Dark Universe at Epic Universe. Location De Lacey’s Cottage is in Dark Universe, near Frankenstein Manor, where the original Frankenstein’s Monster once received sustenance and friendship. Now, snacks and treats are offered here to those wandering through Darkmoor Village. Only two snack options …
Location for Star Wars Celebration 2027 Announced & More: Daily Recap (4/20/25)
Jamie Rowland
Tinker Bell and Fawn are meeting in Animal Kingdom for Earth Day, Porto’s Bakery Construction at Downtown Disney is set to begin, and new souvenir popcorn bucket is available at Epic Universe — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Sunday, April 20, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s Animal Kingdom Walt …
REVIEW: Lotus Lagoon Pool Bar at Universal Helios Grand Hotel
Brit Tuttle
Lotus Lagoon is the poolside bar at the new Universal Helios Grand Hotel, serving frozen cocktails, cold beers, and refreshing fountain drinks along with snacks and appetizers. We’ve compiled the full menu and reviewed some of the unique items. Menu Starters Salads Handhelds Served with choice of French fries, sweet potato fries, side farmer’s salad, …
REVIEW: All New Items at the Tokyo DisneySea Food and Wine Festival 2025
Jamie Rowland
We reviewed all of the new items at the Tokyo DisneySea Food and Wine Festival 2025 as it returns for its second year. The festival runs from April 8 through June 30, 2025. During this festival, guests can travel the world through cuisine as they enjoy special menu items at Tokyo DisneySea Park. Popcorn Wagons …
New Character Cosplay Shirts for Adults at World of Disney in Disney Springs
Gretchen McDermid
New character cosplay shirts in adult sizes have arrived at Walt Disney World, including designs for Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, the Incredibles, and more. We found all of the new shirts at World of Disney in Disney Springs. Donald Duck Cosplay Shirt – $39.99 The first new shirt lets guests channel their inner angry duck. …
PHOTOS: More Floors Added to Disney Lakeshore Lodge Buildings Under Construction
Gretchen McDermid
With construction on the new Disney Lakeshore Lodge expected to be complete sometime in 2027, the project has been steadily increasing in scale with more floors and additional supports. Disney Lakeshore Lodge Construction Update Arriving at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort via boat, the work on Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge is clearly visible on the site of …
New Pirate Jewelry Collection and Pirate Princess Tiaras by Arribas Brothers in Magic Kingdom
Gretchen McDermid
Magic Kingdom Park has debuted a new collection of pirate-themed jewelry made by the Arribas Brothers that includes a collection of pirate skull bracelets, charms, and Pirate Princess Tiaras. The new pirate jewelry is only being sold at the Arribas Brothers cart located near Pirates of the Caribbean in Adventureland, not the other Arribas Brothers …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour the Mead Hall in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Epic Universe
Katie Francis
Enter through the 16-foot-tall doors and feast like a Viking in the new Mead Hall at How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk in Epic Universe. About Mead Hall offers quick-service dining, and the menu includes platters and entrees of Viking-inspired fare. Alcoholic beverages are available to guests 21 years of age and …
New Paint and Signage on Grand Floridian Lobby Construction Walls
Gretchen McDermid
As the construction work in the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort begins to take shape, the construction walls have received a fresh coat of paint and new signage. Grand Floridian Lobby Construction After rumors swirling for months, if not years, about the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort being redesigned, Disney finally released new …
Porto’s Bakery to Finally Begin Construction in Downtown Disney District
Gretchen McDermid
A new post from the Orange County Register has confirmed that construction is finally set to begin for Porto’s Bakery in the Downtown Disney District. Porto’s Bakery Construction Set to Begin The addition of Porto’s Bakery to the Downtown Disney District was first announced all the way back in 2022. After the initial announcement, however, …
PHOTOS: New Refillable Souvenir Popcorn Bucket and Popcorn Box at Epic Universe
Gretchen McDermid
Along with the hundreds of new merchandise items released at Epic Universe, the park has debuted a new souvenir popcorn bucket and popcorn box in Celestial Park. Epic Universe Celestial Popcorn Kiosk We found both the new bucket and box at the Celestial Popcorn kiosk in Celestial Park. It is located to the left of …
Sailing Ship Columbia Reopens from Refurbishment at Disneyland
Gretchen McDermid
The Sailing Ship Columbia has once again reopened to guests after closing for a brief refurbishment, though no visible changes have been made. Sailing Ship Columbia Reopens The Sailing Ship Columbia is an attraction in Frontierland where guests get to board a fully rigged sailing vessel and take a short tour of Disneyland Park. The …
Tinker Bell and Fawn Meet Guests in Disney’s Animal Kingdom for Trimmed-Down Earth Day Celebrations
Gretchen McDermid
With Earth Day 2025 coming soon, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is preparing to celebrate by adding a special character meet and greet with Tinker Bell and Fawn. Earth Day Meet and Greet with Tinker Bell and Fawn Earth Day 2025 officially takes place on April 22, but Disney’s Animal Kingdom is starting the celebrations a little …
Disney Announces Dates and Location for Star Wars Celebration 2027
Gretchen McDermid
Disney has confirmed both the dates and location for the next Star Wars Celebration event, which will be taking place in 2027. Star Wars Celebration 2027 Star Wars Celebration 2025 has just concluded in Chiba, Japan, following several days of exciting announcements. A new logo and images were released for the upcoming “The Mandalorian and …
Great Horned Owls Nest at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Hayden Christensen Returning to ‘Ahsoka’ & More: Daily Recap (4/19/25)
Katie Francis
Great Horned Owls nest at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Hayden Christensen returning for “Ahsoka” season 2 cast announcements, Dark Universe merchandise, and new choices for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, April 19, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney’s Animal Kingdom New Merchandise …
BREAKING: Coruscant Added To Planets Guests Can Choose From, Engineers Will Interact with Grogu on NEW Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Ride
Katie Francis
Next year, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland will be revamped so guests can choose one of their destinations. At SXSW, Disney announced that the ride would incorporate Tatooine, Bespin, and Endor. During Star Wars Celebration Japan, they revealed more details, including the addition of Coruscant and Grogu interactions. New …