Universal Teases Digital Release for Classic Islands of Adventure Soundtrack
Jonathan Doughty
When Universal’s Islands of Adventure opened to the public in 1999, a soundtrack featuring music from throughout the park also debuted. Despite its popularity, there has never been a digital release, and this album does not currently exist on Spotify or Apple Music. Is that about to change? Strong Islands of Adventure Soundtrack Hints from …
Fort Wilderness Resort Restaurants Replace Wooden Furniture and Metal Picnic Tables with NEW Composite Furniture
Brit Tuttle
New composite exterior seating has been added to the porch area of Crockett’s Tavern at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, replacing the former wooden furniture and metal picnic tables that were previously located there. New Composite Furniture at Fort Wilderness Restaurants Previously, this porch area had wooden rocking chairs and metal picnic tables for …
New Tinker Bell Light-Up Lantern Flies into Magic Kingdom
Brit Tuttle
The new Tinker Bell Light-Up Lantern we spotted in Disneyland Park last month has finally made its way to Walt Disney World. We found it at Big Top Souvenirs in Magic Kingdom. Tinker Bell Light-Up Lantern – $24.99 This light-up lantern includes a figure of Tinker Bell inside, just like a scene in the 1953 …
Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit Returning for Halloween 2023 at Disneyland Resort
Dylan Kennedy Grey
Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit, a popular Disneyland Resort activity, will be returning to the park this fall. Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit Disneyland Resort revealed that Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit would be returning in a recent Instagram post. The scavenger hunt activity gives guests the opportunity to purchase a game board, locate and check off hidden pumpkins throughout the …
BREAKING: Ron DeSantis Says He Has ‘Moved On’ and Urges Disney to Drop Lawsuit Against Him
Jonathan Doughty
In an interview with CNBC that will be aired at 7 p.m. ET later tonight (August 14), Governor Ron DeSantis says he has “moved on” from his battles with The Walt Disney Company and wants the whole issue to be dropped. DeSantis to Disney: ‘Drop the Lawsuit’ Speaking with Brian Sullivan, the Florida Governor urged …
UPDATE: Work Begins On Disney Cruise Line’s Global Dream Ship, Could Be Delayed Until 2026
Jonathan Doughty
In a report from Seatrade Cruise News, it’s been confirmed that the Global Dream has begun its transformation into a Disney Cruise Line ship. Global Dream Transformation While the vessel has mostly sat without much progress, mostly being maintained at MV Werften, there are now 400 workers available to complete the project. Global Dream will …
D23 Announces Gold Member Exclusive ‘Ahsoka’ Fan Event at Disneyland Park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios on August 17
Jonathan Doughty
Disneyland Park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be hosting D23 Gold Member fan events to promote the upcoming “Ahsoka” series on Disney+, as well as offer an advanced screening of the first two episodes. ‘Ahsoka’ Fan Event Here is the info for Disneyland: Once a Rebel, always a Rebel. Join Star Wars fans from across …
Goofy’s Kitchen Offering Halloween Brunch and Dinner at the Disneyland Hotel Starting in September
Brit Tuttle
Guests at Disneyland Resort can celebrate the spooky season with Goofy’s Kitchen Halloween, a special seasonal brunch and dinner offering, complete with themed menu items, character appearances, and more. Goofy’s Kitchen Halloween The special holiday service runs every day from September 21 to October 31, 2023. Guests can enjoy either a Halloween Brunch or Halloween …
PHOTOS: Scare Zone Sign, More Props Added to Shipyard 32: Horrors Unhinged for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Florida
Brit Tuttle
With the opening night of Halloween Horror Nights just over two weeks away at Universal Orlando, more set pieces have gone up in the Shipyard 32: Horrors Unhinged scare zone at Universal Studios Florida. Shipyard 32: Horrors Unhinged A new sign for Shipyard 32 has gone up in the scare zone of the same name, …
Meadow Snack Bar Menu Significantly Cut, Disney Pushes Guests to Eat at NEW Trail’s End in Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
Brit Tuttle
The menu for Meadow Snack Bar at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground has been quietly and significantly cut, with two entire sections removed and consolidated into other sections. This is part of a push to have guests eat at the new quick service version of Trail’s End Restaurant. Meadow Snack Bar Menu Changes Previously, …
Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Refurbishment Begins at Universal Studios Florida
Brit Tuttle
Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit is now temporarily closed at Universal Studios Florida, as the ride undergoes a previously announced brief refurbishment. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Temporarily Closed Rip Ride Rockit is a roller coaster in the New York section of the park, near Despicable Me Minion Mayhem and the new Villain-Con Minion Blast. Originally opened in …
Save Thousands on Your DVC Contract With Tons of Perks
World of DVC
This article contains sponsored content from World of DVC. If there was ever a time to buy into a DVC contract, it’s now… but you will have to act fast. Since Disney Vacation Club contracts hit the market, they have been steadily increasing in cost. Many Disney fans who have shown interest in buying into …
FIRST LOOK: 1980s Disney100 Decades Collection Sneak Peek Reveals ‘Chip n Dale: Rescue Rangers’ Ear Headband
Brit Tuttle
shopDisney has shared a sneak peek at the upcoming 1980s Disney100 Decades Collection, which features items inspired by the classic Disney Afternoon animated series, “Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers.” This preview image shared via Twitter showcases an ear headband featuring Chip and Dale in their Rescue Rangers outfits, with the show’s logo on one ear. …
New ‘Avengers Vault’ Retail Location Opening This September in Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure
Brit Tuttle
Disney Parks has announced that a new retail space titled “Avengers Vault,” will be opening at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure next month. Avengers Vault Coming to Avengers Campus According to an update shared on Twitter, this retail space is set to open sometime in mid-September in Avengers Campus. An exact date and more …
BREAKING: More Cast Member Previews Announced for Journey of Water Inspired by Moana
Brit Tuttle
After last month’s limited Cast Member previews, another preview has been announced for Journey of Water Inspired by Moana at EPCOT. Cast Member Preview Announced for Journey of Water Inspired by Moana This new Cast Member preview will open registration starting August 22 on The HUB. Those interested in seeing the attraction before it officially …
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Progresses with Large Wooden Access Ramp Added to Scaffolding at Disneyland
Kyle Silagyi
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is slowly but surely taking shape at Disneyland as crews continue to transform the former Splash Mountain into a “Princess and the Frog”-themed attraction. We spotted a large ramp near the top of the mountain during a recent trip to the park. We’re goin’ down the bayou, takin’ you all the way — …
Universal Studios Japan Closing August 15 Due to Typhoon Lan
Brit Tuttle
As Typhoon Lan approaches western Japan and prepares to make landfall, Universal Studios Japan has announced that it will be closing for the typhoon. Universal Studios Japan Closing Due to Approaching Typhoon The news was shared via an important notice on the park’s official website. As a result of the approaching Typhoon Lan, Universal Studios …
More Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Dates Sold Out in September and October 2023
Brit Tuttle
Even more Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party event dates have sold out at Walt Disney World for September and October 2023. More Dates in September and October 2023 Sold Out for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party The annual Halloween event officially kicked off last weekend, and this month’s dates have been completely sold out since August 10. …
Concrete Poured at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, Chicken Stuffed Mickey Waffles, & More: Daily Recap (8/13/23)
Katie Francis
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, August 13, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic …
VIDEO: Rusty Cutlass Pirate Band Returns for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2023
Brit Tuttle
A “new” entertainment offering of a pirate band was advertised for this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. The Adventureland performance was actually the return of Rusty Cutlass. Rusty Cutlass Pirate Band Returns Returning this year is Rusty Cutlass, a longtime favorite pirate band. They can be found at the Adventureland stage performing swashbuckling sea shanties. …
PHOTOS: Reimagined Adventureland Treehouse Revealed As Scrims and Scaffolding Removed at Disneyland Park
Dylan Kennedy Grey
The green scrims and scaffolding that have been obscuring the new Adventureland Treehouse Inspired by Walt Disney’s Swiss Family Robinson are being removed at Disneyland. Adventureland Treehouse Construction Progress The last time we checked in on the construction of the Adventureland Treehouse, we had a hard time making out what was happening behind the scrims …
PHOTOS: New Building Rises on Former Site of Tri-Circle D Ranch at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
Dylan Kennedy Grey
A new building is being constructed at the former Tri-Circle-D Ranch site at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground. New Building Construction We noticed the new building behind some fake foliage walls on a recent trip. The unfinished building is taking shape on the former Tri-Circle-D ranch location. A white barricade is also set up …
Mickey Jack-o’-Lantern Halloween Starbucks Tumbler Available at Disneyland
Kyle Silagyi
Though Starbucks has not yet started serving its popular pumpkin spice latte for the 2023 season, Disneyland has you covered for when the seasonal treat ultimately debuts. A new Halloween-themed Starbucks tumbler featuring a festively-colored Mickey Mouse jack-o’-lantern recently landed at the park. Mickey Jack-o’-Lantern Starbucks Tumbler – $49.99 We found this cup at Market …
WATCH PARKSCENTER — First Mickey’s Halloween Party Review, Domestic Parks Earnings Down, and Disney AI Task Force
Rob Whiteside
Join us live tonight, Sunday, August 13th, at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV. Updating you on all the big things happing in the Disney Parks each week! Each week, we cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are top of mind for …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Jack Skellington & Sally, Stitch, Princesses, and More Character Meet and Greets at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2023
Shannen Ace
There are plenty of characters to meet at this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. The Seven Dwarfs have returned for the first time since 2019, and Jack Skellington and Sally returned their own dedicated indoor meet-and-greet space. 2023 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Character Meet and Greets Main Street, U.S.A. – Town Square Theater Jack Skellington …
Pirates of the Caribbean Prison Dog Vinyl Figure by Joey Chou Available at Walt Disney World Resort
Kyle Silagyi
A popular four-legged friend from the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction is now available in figure form at the Walt Disney World Resort. We found a Joey Chou-designed Pirates of the Caribbean Prison Dog vinyl figure during a recent trip to Disney’s Contemporary Resort. We found this trinket at Bayview Gifts at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. …
PHOTOS: Tarp Removed at Entrance To Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya at EPCOT, Interior Now Visible
Kyle Silagyi
Guests eager to visit Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya are now able to look inside the restaurant in which they will soon be able to dine. Tarps that had previously blocked the entrance of the new restaurant in the Japan Pavilion at EPCOT have been removed ahead of the restaurant’s August 30 opening date. Tarp Removed at …
Guide to the Trick or Treat Trail at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2023
Katie Francis
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has kicked off, and one of the popular event perks is the trick-or-treat trail. Guests with valid tickets to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party receive a treat bag when they collect their event wristband. The bags are used to collect candy from the treat stations around the park (or you can bring …
The Cadaver Dans Return to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2023
Katie Francis
The Cadaver Dans are back from the undead for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. We caught them serenading the crowd from the Frontierland bridge, with the Country Bears meet and greet below. The Cadaver Dans perform at 7:00 p.m., 7:45 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9:45 p.m., and 10:30 p.m. They kicked off with “Let Me Wahoo,” followed …
REVIEW: Chicken Stuffed Mickey Waffles Offer New Twist on a Classic Comfort Food at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
Kyle Silagyi
A fresh and uniquely Disney take on a comfort food staple was recently introduced at the Walt Disney World Resort. Chicken Stuffed Mickey Waffles are now on the menu at Rix Sports Bar and Grill at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. The Chicken Stuffed Mickey Waffles are served as part of the breakfast menu at Rix …
PHOTOS: Concrete Poured at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom
Kyle Silagyi
The Louisiana bayou is slowly taking shape in Frontierland as crews continue to work on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom. We spotted some new features around the attraction in addition to some freshly poured concrete during a recent trip to Walt Disney World. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Construction The biggest immediate change over the last …
Have Your Own Variant Comic Book Cover Displayed in the Halloween Horror Nights Tribute Store at Universal Studios Florida
Annie Wilson
Wanna be featured on your very own “1 of 1” variant cover of the Tribute to Terror? This year’s Halloween Horror Nights Tribute Store is coming soon and now you can purchase your very own variant comic book cover to be displayed in the store. There are 5 different covers to choose from. If you …
REVIEW: Spicy Headless Horseman Cupcake, Butterscotch Pumpkin Funnel Cake, and More at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2023
Katie Francis
Sleepy Hollow Refreshments has three exclusive items for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, including a Headless Horseman Cupcake. Sleepy Hollow Refreshments is in Liberty Square across from Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe and next to the Hall of Presidents. Sleepy Hollow Refreshments MNSSHP 2023 Menu *NEW* Char Siu Chicken Wings – $10.99 Whole chicken wings glazed in …
Madame Leota Debuts New Look on Haunted Mansion, New ‘LEGO Disney Princesses’ Special to Feature Original Voice Actors, & More: Daily Recap (8/12/23)
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, August 12, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic …
HARVEYS Hocus Pocus Bags Available at Disneyland Resort
Dylan Kennedy Grey
A new HARVEYS Hocus Pocus bag collection has materialized at Disneyland Resort just in time for the spooky season. We spotted this collection at the Disney Dress Shop in the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort. HARVEYS Hocus Pocus Poster Tote – $218 The Sanderson Sisters cast their spell from the front of this poster-styled …
REVIEW: ‘Hercules’ Pain & Panic Bratwurst in Pretzel Bun and More from The Friar’s Nook at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2023
Katie Francis
The Friar’s Nook is serving three exclusive menu items at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, including the Pain & Panic Loaded Tots and Pain & Panic Brat, both themed after “Hercules.” The Friar’s Nook is in Fantasyland between Princess Fairytale Hall and Storybook Treats. The Friar’s Nook MNSSHP 2023 Menu The Pain & Panic Brat is …
New Trader Sam’s Chip and Dip Bowl Set Available at Disneyland Resort
Dylan Kennedy Grey
Aloha, ahoy, aha! A new Trader Sam’s chip and dip bowl set is now available to add to your treasure trove. We found it in the Adventureland Bazaar at Disneyland Park. Trader Sam’s Chip and Dip Bowl Set – $69.99 Salty scalawags visiting Disneyland Resort can trade their hard-earned doubloons for this vessel. Bring a …
REVIEW: Trying the New Halloween Horror Nights Taste of Terror Dining Event — Is It Worth the Price?
Katie Francis
If you’re a Halloween Horror Nights fan and a foodie, Universal Orlando’s new Taste of Terror event might be perfect for you. New this year, the Taste of Terror event is designed to give fans a “first bite of fright” with an early preview of some of this year’s Halloween Horror Nights food and beverage …
REVIEW: Trick AND Treat Your Taste Buds With Corn Milk Shake and Cajun Burger at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Katie Francis
Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Cafe has an exclusive Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party menu with themed food and drinks, including a Candy Corn Milk Shake and Cajun Burger. Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Cafe is located in Frontierland, near the future site of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and around the corner from Tortuga Tavern, …
REVIEW: Golden Oak Outpost Offers Unbelievable Loaded Sweet Potato Fries at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2023
Katie Francis
In addition to the Tombstone Tart, Golden Oak Outpost is serving Loaded Sweet Potato Fries exclusively during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Golden Oak Outpost is on the Frontierland side of the walkway to Adventureland. Golden Oak Outpost MNSSHP 2023 Menu *NEW* Loaded Sweet Potato Fries – $6.99 Sweet potato fries tossed in cinnamon sugar and …