PHOTOS: Christmas Tree Arrives on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland Park for 2023 Holiday Season
Brit Tuttle
With just a few days to go until the holiday season officially begins at Disneyland Resort, the Disneyland Park Christmas tree has arrived on Main Street, U.S.A. Christmas Tree on Main Street, U.S.A. This massive holiday icon towers over the façades of Main Street, U.S.A. The tree is covered in ornaments of all shapes and …
Showtimes Released for Entertainment Offerings During Disney Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Brit Tuttle
Disney has released more entertainment showtimes for their holiday offerings, this time specifically for Disney Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Disney Jollywood Nights Entertainment Showtimes Guests can enjoy the separately ticketed event’s entertainment offerings at the following times: Disney Holidays in Hollywood “Disney Holidays in Hollywood” will take place at the Theater of the …
PHOTOS: Holiday Décor Begins to Arrive in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort
Brit Tuttle
With the holiday season set to officially kick off on November 17 at Universal Orlando Resort, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter lands in both parks are starting to put up their holiday décor. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade Festive garlands and lights now adorn much of Hogsmeade, like these found at …
PHOTOS: New Christmas Decor Debuts at Creations Shop in EPCOT
Katie Francis
Creations Shop is celebrating its third holiday season with new Christmas trees and other decor at EPCOT. Creations Shop Christmas Decor Sleek, shiny Christmas trees in minimalist styles have been added throughout the store. They have peppermint-striped bases, but the cones are plain white. Smaller versions are on display tables. Another variation with green-lined cutouts …
eet by Maneet Chauhan Shares Sneak Peek at Dishes for Upcoming Disney Springs Restaurant
Brit Tuttle
Though an opening date for eet by Maneet Chauhan at Disney Springs has yet to be announced, the upcoming Indian restaurant from the “Chopped” judge has shared new images of a few menu items guests will be able to try. Sneak Peek at eet by Maneet Chauhan Dishes The first look was shared on the …
2023 ‘Doctor Who’ Holiday Special Title, Release Date Revealed for Disney+
Brit Tuttle
The title and the release date for this year’s “Doctor Who” holiday special, which will stream on Disney+, have been announced, according to ComicBook.com. ‘Doctor Who’ Holiday Special The holiday special episode is titled, “The Church on Ruby Road,” and will debut on December 25, Christmas Day. This year’s special returns to the tradition of …
VIDEO: New ‘Swisskapolka’ Arrangement Revealed for Adventureland Treehouse at Disneyland Park
Brit Tuttle
The new musical arrangement for the “Swisskapolka” that plays in the reimagined Adventureland Treehouse has been revealed for Disneyland Park. New ‘Swisskapolka’ Arrangement for Adventureland Treehouse The new musical arrangement was revealed via an Instagram Reel on the official Disneyland Resort Ambassadors account. The video shows the Ambassadors walking by as the catchy tune plays. …
New Details and Showtimes Revealed for ‘Frozen Holiday Surprise’ at Magic Kingdom
Brit Tuttle
More details for the Cinderella Castle transformation moment, “Frozen Holiday Surprise,” as well as showtimes have been released for Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. Frozen Holiday Surprise Details and Showtimes Nightly at Magic Kingdom starting November 7 (and twice nightly during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party nights), guests can join Olaf and over 100 …
Showtimes Released for 2023 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Entertainment Offerings at Magic Kingdom
Brit Tuttle
Ahead of the first day of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party happening on Thursday, November 9 at Magic Kingdom, Disney has released the entertainment showtimes for the various offerings during the after-hours event. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Entertainment Showtimes Guests can enjoy the following entertainment offerings during the party at select times: Mickey’s Most …
Grinchmas Comes Early With This New Grinch Sipper at Universal Studios Florida
Brit Tuttle
It’s almost Grinchmas time, and a new Grinch sipper has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort to celebrate. We found the sipper in the Universal Studios Store at Universal Studios Florida. Grinch Sipper – $18 The Grinch wears his Santa hat and fluffy white collar for this holiday sipper. The sipper is a fully sculpted Grinch …
PHOTOS: New Tiana’s Foods Posters Added to Construction Walls at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom
Brit Tuttle
As work continues to transform the former Splash Mountain into the upcoming Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, we spotted that new posters had been added to the construction walls in Magic Kingdom. New Tiana’s Foods Posters These posters can be found on the brown construction walls of the reimagined attraction, occasionally layered together. We spotted two new …
Full Guide to 2023 Holiday Food and Beverages at Walt Disney World Resort
Brit Tuttle
Walt Disney World has released its guide to the holiday food and beverage offerings for 2023, with plenty of treats and meal options to enjoy across the resort. Holiday Food and Beverage Offerings at Walt Disney World Disney Springs Amorette’s Patisserie (Available Nov. 9 through Dec. 31; mobile order available) Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ (Available Nov. 24 through …
Universal Orlando Garage Sale Dates Announced for November 2023
Annie Wilson
Get ready to do some shopping! Universal Orlando Resort has announced that the garage sale is back, just in time for some holiday shopping. Earlier this year, Universal Orlando offered a garage sale exclusively for Annual Passholders and Team Members. Now, they have announced a garage sale open for everyone. 2023 Universal Orlando Garage Sale …
PHOTOS: 2023 Gingerbread House at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Seemingly Complete
Brit Tuttle
With just a couple of days to go until its official opening, this year’s gingerbread house at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa appears to be complete. Gingerbread House at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa In our last update, the gingerbread house just had its siding and shingles installed, but was missing its powdered …
PepsiCo’s Hugh F. Johnston Named Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of The Walt Disney Company, Filling Christine McCarthy’s Former Role
Brit Tuttle
The Walt Disney Company has named Hugh F. Johnston as Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective December 4, 2023. Disney Names New CFO Johnston is currently Vice Chairman and Chief Financial Officer of PepsiCo, where he held multiple leadership positions over his 34-year career there. Johnston will report directly to Disney CEO …
PHOTOS: Holiday ‘Universal Tribute Store and Post’ Facade Appears at Universal Studios Florida
Annie Wilson
Happy holidays from Universal Studios Florida! This year’s Holiday Tribute Store facade has gone up in the Hollywood section of the park. We recently spotted teasers in the Halloween Horror Nights Tribute Store hinting at the move back to Hollywood, and the new facade confirms it. 2023 Holiday Tribute Store Facade This year’s facade makes …
Even MORE Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Merchandise Arrives at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Giant Tree and More DinoLand Decor Arrive for Christmas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, & More: Daily Recap (11/5/23)
Brit Tuttle
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Sunday, November 5, 2023. Walt Disney World EPCOT …
PHOTOS: New Theming Added to Baymax and Hiro Meet and Greet Area at Disney California Adventure
Brit Tuttle
New theming has been added to Baymax and Hiro’s meet and greet area in San Fransokyo Square at Disney California Adventure, and we were there to check them out. More Theming Added to Baymax and Hiro Meet and Greet The first new addition is a new recycling bin off to the left of the meet …
PHOTOS: More Walls Down in Mickey’s Toontown as Refurbishment Continues at Disneyland Park
Brit Tuttle
Most of the construction walls around CenTOONial Park are down in Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland Park, as the land continues to undergo various refurbishments despite reopening just earlier this year. Mickey’s Toontown CenTOONial Park reopened to guests following its refurbishment on October 30, 2023. The tree play area here is welcoming guests once again, offering …
PHOTOS: More Holiday Décor Appears Throughout Disneyland Resort as the Festive Season Approaches
Brit Tuttle
Halloween has passed us by and the holidays are already in full swing. Disneyland Resort has been gearing up for the most merry time of year with plenty of holiday decorations over the past couple of weeks, and we snapped a few photos during our regular visits to the park to document it all. Disneyland …
NEW Steamboat Willie Sunglasses, Mickey Sunglasses Keychains & More Accessories Coming Soon to Tokyo Disney Resort
Brit Tuttle
There’s nothing like a pair of Mickey sunglasses from Tokyo Disney Resort to complete an outfit, and a new pair inspired by “Steamboat Willie,” as well as other accessories, are coming soon for guests to purchase. Steamboat Willie Sunglasses – ¥2,300 These “Steamboat Willie”-inspired sunglasses are black. The round lenses have Mickey ears and Steamboat …
Build Your Own Big Thunder Mountain Train Engine or Mickey’s Car With These New Toys Coming Soon to Tokyo Disney Resort
Brit Tuttle
If you’ve got a knack for building things and a love for Disney Parks, you’ll no doubt like the new build-your-own toys coming soon to Tokyo Disney Resort. New Assembly Toys Coming to Tokyo Disney Resort Both of these toys are set to release on November 16, 2023, and can be purchased at Toy Station …
Even MORE Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Merchandise Arrives at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Including Personalizable Lightsaber
Brit Tuttle
More merchandise from the now-closed Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is being added to store shelves at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, including the personalizable lightsaber exclusive to the multi-day simulated space cruise. We found the personalizable lightsaber among the wares in Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and the rest of the items in …
Celebrate Life Day With This NEW Star Wars Chewbacca Action Figure at Walt Disney World
Brit Tuttle
Life Day in the Star Wars universe is just over a week away on November 17, and a new Star Wars The Vintage Collection action figure of Chewbacca has arrived at Walt Disney World Resort to celebrate. We found this figure for sale in Keystone Clothiers at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Chewbacca Life Day Action Figure …
Light Up Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge With a New Grogu Necklace at Walt Disney World
Dylan Kennedy Grey
This new Light Up Grogu Necklace will brighten the dark nights on Batuu after the suns have set. We spotted the necklace in Tatooine Traders at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Light Up Grogu Necklace – $22 This light up Grogu necklace has 10 lights, each in the shape of The Child’s head. Each light is a …
New Christmas Merchandise from Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, Arrives at Walt Disney World
Katie Francis
Mele Kalikimaka from Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa! Or, at least, from Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, where Christmas merchandise from Aulani is now available. Aulani Christmas Tervis Tumbler – $34 The tumbler is clear with a pink lid. It reads “Aloha Kalikimaka” with Mickey and Minnie (in their vacation best) and some gifts. The …
More Photo Validation Cameras Added to Islands of Adventure Entrance as Technical Rehearsals Continue
Annie Wilson
The Universal Orlando Resort recently began testing new photo validation scanners at the entrance to Islands of Adventure. These new photo validation scanners would replace the previous system where you used a finger scan to enter the park. When we first spotted the new photo validation scanners, there were only 3 of them in use …
PHOTOS: Giant Tree and More DinoLand Decor Arrive for Christmas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Katie Francis
The Christmas and winter holiday celebrations are almost here at Walt Disney World, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom is decked out with more decor, including the giant tree at the entrance. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Christmas Tree The giant tree at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is located outside of the park entrance. It’s surrounded by a fence to …
PHOTOS: NEW Logo for Volcano Bay Appears on Signage in Parking Garage Hub at Universal Orlando Resort
Brit Tuttle
While leaving Universal Orlando Resort during a recent visit, we spotted new signage posted for Volcano Bay featuring the water park’s new logo. New Signage Featuring Updated Logo Universal Volcano Bay The new logo is displayed on new signage pointing in the direction of guest transportation to the water park on the first floor of …
Join the Guardians of the Galaxy With This Heroes of Xandar Shirt Available at EPCOT
Dylan Kennedy Grey
Pick up this new Heroes of Xandar Shirt at Treasures of Xandar, and you can represent the ragtag Guardians of the Galaxy when you get back to Terra. Heroes of Xandar Shirt – $39.99 This Heroes of Xandar shirt is dip-dyed dark grey and black on a lighter grey shirt. On the front, Groot, Star-Lord, …
Man Arrested for Secretly Filming Guest in Bathroom Stall at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, ‘Bluey’ Scavenger Hunt at Walt Disney World Abruptly Ended for Unknown Reason, & More: Daily Recap (11/4/23)
Dylan Kennedy Grey
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Saturday, November 4, 2023. Walt Disney World EPCOT …
REVIEW: ‘Loki’ Season 2 Episode 5 ‘Science/Fiction’ Finally Unlocks Sacred Timeline Backstories for Mobius, Casey, and More
Katie Francis
“Loki” shows us various lives outside the TVA in S2:E5, “Science/Fiction.” Get your forks ready for spaghetti as we take a look at the penultimate episode of the season. “Loki” S2:E5 – “Science/Fiction” “Loki” season 2 reviews: Episode 1 | Episode 2 | Episode 3 | Episode 4 | Episode 5 | Episode 6 We open with Loki. Just Loki. He is the only person …
REVIEW: ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ Is a Surprise Hit
Katie Francis
Warning: This article contains spoilers. In the last few years, we have seen some decent video game movies. “Detective Pikachu,” the Sonic the Hedgehog movies, and even “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” were all received well by the public. But there was a connection between them: they were all aimed at children. Past video game …
REVIEW: Trying Bites and Beverages From the NEW Palm Breeze Bar at Disneyland Hotel
Dylan Kennedy Grey
While The Villas the the Disneyland Hotel officially opened a few weeks back, it did not open with its new dining venue. However, as of November 2, guests can now dine at the Palm Breeze Bar, which offers many new dishes and drinks to those either staying on the premises or just passing by. We, …
NEW ‘Believe in Magic’ and Walt Disney World Shirts Available Now
Dylan Kennedy Grey
If you’re looking for a souvenir to remind you of the magic of Walt Disney World, perhaps one of these new T-shirts is right for you. New Walt Disney World Shirts We found this first shirt in World of Disney at Disney Springs, and the rest of the Walt Disney World shirts at Star Traders …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Debuts Newly Remodeled Rooms In Addition to Little Mermaid Offerings
Brit Tuttle
Guest rooms at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort have been receiving what we’d consider largely a soft goods update, and we had the chance to stay in and tour one of the remodeled fifth sleeper rooms to check out all of the changes. Room Tour Video You can watch our room tour below, or keep scrolling …
DreamWorks Gabby’s Dollhouse “Gabby on the Go!” Traveling Tour Coming to Universal CityWalk Orlando
Annie Wilson
Get ready for an adventure with Gabby! Gabby’s Dollhouse “Gabby on the Go!” traveling tour is making a stop at the Universal Orlando Resort soon. Fans are invited out to join Gabby on November 12, 2023 at Universal CityWalk. The event is free, but guest will need to visit Gabbysdollhouse.com to register for a time …
Holiday Perks for Disneyland Resort Magic Key Holders Include PhotoPass Magic Shots, Tumbler, Dining Area, and Hoodie
Shannen Ace
Disneyland Resort Magic Key holders can enjoy various special offerings before and during the resort’s holiday season, which officially begins on November 10. Magic Key Holiday Perks We already shared a look at the ¡Viva Navidad! tote bag available while supplies last at the Silly Symphony Swings. A special ¡Viva Navidad! PhotoPass Magic Shot will …
PHOTOS: NEW Powerline Tarp Added to Goofy’s How-to-Play Yard in Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland Park
Brit Tuttle
While on a recent visit to Disneyland Park, we spotted that a familiar face from “A Goofy Movie” has made an appearance in Mickey’s Toontown — Powerline! Powerline Décor Added to Mickey’s Toontown Goofy’s How-to-Play Yard closed for refurbishment on Monday, October 30. As part of that refurbishment, a new decorative element featuring Powerline has …
New ‘The Marvels’ Merchandise Collection Now Available at Walt Disney World
Dylan Kennedy Grey
A new collection of “The Marvels” merchandise has arrived to Walt Disney World. We spotted it in Creations Shop. If you’re looking for the perfect accessories or outfit to wear to “The Marvels” release on November 10, perhaps one of these new options will save the day. Goose Shoulder Plush – $24.99 We spotted Goose …