Villain-Con Minion Blast Posters Added to Universal Studios Florida Construction Walls
Shannen Ace
With the official announcement of Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast, posters for the upcoming attraction have been added to the construction walls in Universal Studios Florida. One of the posters hangs in front of the entrance, which has been encased in concrete since our last construction update. The poster features the Villain-Con logo, two Minions, and …
Sneak Peek of Universal’s Great Movie Escape Merchandise
Shannen Ace
The official “Back to the Future” Twitter account has shared sneak peeks of some of the merchandise that will be available at Universal’s Great Movie Escape when it opens at Universal CityWalk Orlando on December 9. Though the merch preview was shared by the “Back to the Future” account, it looks like all the merch …
VIDEO: First Look at Commercial for Disney 100 Years of Wonder Celebration at Disneyland Resort
Shannen Ace
Disney has debuted a new advertisement for the 100 Years of Wonder celebration at Disneyland Resort, honoring 100 years of The Walt Disney Company. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Disneynews55 (@disneynewsplus) Disneynewsplus shared the ad on Instagram, which you can view above or by clicking here. It includes a glimpse of …
Donald, Goofy, Pluto, Chip, and Dale Debuting New ‘Silver Anniversary at Sea’ Costumes on Disney Cruise Line
Shannen Ace
Captain Mickey and Captain Minnie aren’t the only characters getting new silver and teal blue costumes for the Disney Cruise Line “Silver Anniversary at Sea.” Donald Duck, Goofy, Pluto, Chip, and Dale will also have new festive looks. The official name of the teal color used in the new outfits is “Shimmering Seas.” The characters …
Prices Increased on Walt Disney World Multi-Day and Park Hopper Tickets
Shannen Ace
Alongside new park-based one-day ticket pricing, Walt Disney World has increased the price for date-based multi-day and Park Hopper tickets. Multi-day and Park Hopper ticket prices previously increased in February 2022. Multi-day tickets start at $60 per day for a ten-day ticket. They start at $114 per day for a three- or four-day ticket and …
BREAKING: Minion Land, Minion Café Announced for Universal Studios Florida
Katie Francis
In addition to Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast, a whole Minion Land is coming to Universal Studios Florida. The land will take over Production Central, transforming it into Illumination Avenue with a new Minion Cafe (replacing the former Universal Studios’ Classic Monsters Cafe) and “other surprises inspired by popular characters from Illumination’s blockbuster franchises.” The full …
New Park-Specific Pricing (With Price Increase) Now in Effect at Walt Disney World
Katie Francis
As previously reported, Walt Disney World has introduced park-specific pricing for one-day, one-park tickets. That new pricing structure is now in effect. The prices for one-day, one-park tickets are now variable depending on the date of your visit and which theme park you select. One-day, one-park tickets now also automatically include a park pass reservation, …
BREAKING: Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast Officially Announced for Universal Studios Florida
Katie Francis
As we previously reported, a Minions Villain-Con attraction is coming to Universal Studios Florida. Universal has officially announced Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast opening in summer 2023. Villain-Con is a fictional Orlando-based convention featured in the first “Minions” film. The Villain-Con attraction will join the pre-existing Despicable Me Minion Mayhem and upcoming Minions Café to become …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Hollywood Studios 12/5/22 (New ECVs Debut, New ‘Aristocats’ Dooney & Bourke Bags, & More)
Maddy
Hey, Howdy, Hey! Join us around Disney’s Hollywood Studios, finding new merchandise, checking in on the Roundup Rodeo BBQ construction, and more. Lights, camera, action, let’s go! Upon entering the park, something shiny caught our eye. Have they finally replaced the ECVs? Why, yes, yes they have! Supposedly, these new ones are a bit faster. …
CEO Bob Iger Speaks Out About Gun Control, Disney Cruise Line Announces Destinations for Early 2024, & More: Daily Recap (12/7/22)
Maddy
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 Wednesday, December 7, 2022. Walt Disney World EPCOT …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: ‘Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle’ Returns to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Universal Studios Hollywood
Maddy
Holiday season has begun in Hogsmeade Village! The castle projection show, “Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle,” has returned to delight guests and light up the night sky. This show is performed nightly through January 1, 2023. The show begins with the Ghosts of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry singing, “Cast a Christmas Spell.” …
Ornament Decorating With Ostrich Egg Shells Now Available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
Chuck Mirarchi
If you are looking for a fun and “egg-citing” activity to get you in the holiday spirit, try decorating a tree ornament with ostrich egg shells at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. Now through the end of December, guests can create a mosaic-like ornament made from crushed and dyed ostrich eggs. Guests of all ages can …
WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure Refurbishment Canceled, Radiator Springs Racers Now Scheduled for January 2023 Refurbishment at Disney California Adventure
Maddy
Recently, Disney announced that WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure would be closing on January 9, 2023 for a standard refurbishment. This has now been canceled. Meanwhile, Radiator Springs Racers has been added to the calendar. WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure has been removed from the refurbishment list. Beginning January 9, 2023 Indiana Jones Adventure, The …
Hong Kong Disneyland Cast Members Sign Part of Arendelle Castle Décor for World of Frozen
Maddy
Hong Kong Disneyland Cast Members are celebrating a construction milestone of the new “Frozen” themed land. Cast Members, including Hong Kong Disneyland Resort managing director Michael Moriarty, joined together for their first cast engagement activity of the themed land: the “Ice Magic Signing Moment.” The group signed their names on pieces of “Ice Magic.” These …
New Tweedledee & Tweedledum Pillow and Cheshire Cat Rug Available at Disneyland
Justin Topa
New “Alice in Wonderland” home décor has been discovered at China Closet in Disneyland, allowing fans to bring a touch of this Lewis Carroll classic world of wonders into their own homes this holiday season and beyond. Today we found a Tweedledee & Tweedledum pillow and a Cheshire Cat rug. Tweedledee and Tweedledum Pillow – …
Jurassic World: The Ride Temporarily Closed for Refurbishment at Universal Studios Hollywood
Maddy
Jurassic World-The Ride is closed for refurbishment at Universal Studios Hollywood. The attraction will reopen on December 16, according to the Universal Studios Hollywood website. Team Members are stationed at the entrance of the attraction. The water has been drained, and the track exposed. This is so crew members can easily access the track, and …
‘Avatar: The Way of Water,’ ‘Flubber,’ ‘Aladdin’ 30th Anniversary, and More Pins Arrive at Disneyland Resort
Justin Topa
On recent trips to Disneyland Resort, we rounded up tons of exciting new pins for any trader or fan, including many limited editions and anniversary exclusives. Flubber 25th Anniversary Pin – $17.99 This limited-release pin celebrates the 25th anniversary of the 1997 film “Flubber.” It features Weebo, the robot assistant to Philip Brainard (Robin Williams), …
Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction Haunted Mansion Headband, Plush, & Loungefly Backpack Arrives at Disneyland
Spencer Lloyd
Series 10 of the Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction collection features The Haunted Mansion. The limited-release series features an ear headband, a Mickey plush, a Disney Parks x Loungefly backpack, a pin, and a souvenir key. We first found The Haunted Mansion collection at the Emporium at Disneyland. Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction The Haunted …
Shanghai Disneyland Reopening on December 8
Chuck Mirarchi
The Shanghai Disneyland Resort has had a rough time staying open due to China’s “dynamic zero-COVID” strategy. The park, which reopened on November 25, closed four days later. Now, the park is being reopened on Thursday, December 8, 2022. At this time, the park will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and some …
Foundation Work Underway for New Vacation Club Wing at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Chuck Mirarchi
Enjoying a ride on the “Highway in the Sky,” we checked out how construction was progressing on Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort’s vacation club wing. This past spring, when Disney announced the Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show would permanently close, many fans were not happy. Some were even less than thrilled when they found out a …
Space 220 Restaurant at EPCOT Unexpectedly Closes Early, Will Not Reopen Today
Chuck Mirarchi
UPDATE: Despite Cast Members telling guests the restaurant would not reopen, we have now been told that Space 220 Restaurant is now open again. Adventures by Carney just notified us on Twitter that the Space 220 Restaurant at EPCOT has just closed for the day with no explanation. They said that they were waiting outside …
Save up to 20% at a Disneyland Resort Hotel in 2023
Chuck Mirarchi
Disney has been coming out with a number of promotions to bring guests into the parks — including substantial discounts on stays at their resort hotels. They have just released a new discount that is available for everyone to book now. Guests who book between now and March 6, 2023, can save up to 20% …
New Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Handbag by Loungefly Available
Kelly Osterman
The new resort-specific handbag by Loungefly has made its debut at Curiouser Clothiers at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. It matches the wallet that arrived earlier this month. Grand Floridian Handbag by Loungefly – $75.00 The faux leather bag has a golden metal tag decorated with the resort logo hanging from the strap. The …
New Weihnachten Holiday Merchandise at Germany Pavilion in EPCOT
JonS
As you might expect, new holiday season merchandise pops up all over Walt Disney World Resort this time of year. We ran across some new Weihnachten merchandise on a recent venture in the Germany pavilion in EPCOT. We spotted apparel, holiday decorations, aprons, tree skirts, and even a blanket. Germany Pavillion Fleece Throw Blanket – …
New Year’s Eve Celebration Coming to Universal Studios Florida
JonS
A New Year’s Eve celebration will happen at Universal Studios Florida this year. December 31 will have a celebration similar to the July 4 celebration earlier this year. Accordingly, the theme park hours for December 31 have been extended until 1:00 a.m. at Universal Studios Florida. Though Universal Orlando has not made a formal announcement …
Disney CEO Bob Iger Speaks Out About Gun Control at Sandy Hook Promise Benefit
Chuck Mirarchi
On Tuesday evening, Bob Iger, CEO of The Walt Disney Company, was honored in New York City at the Sandy Hook Promise Benefit for his strong support of gun control, creating safer communities for America’s children, and the organization’s Start with Hello initiative, which works to combat social isolation. The benefit was a 10-Year Remembrance …
New Trailer and Poster Released for ‘Star Wars: The Bad Batch’ Season 2
Chuck Mirarchi
Disney has released a new trailer for the upcoming return of “Star Wars: The Bad Batch” on Disney+. The animated series, which was due to be released this past September, will debut on January 4, 2023. According to press notes, “Months have passed since the events on Kamino, and the Bad Batch continues their journey …
CONFIRMED: Universal Orlando Annual Passholder Lounge Moving to Betty Boop Store at Islands of Adventure
Katie Francis
As we reported earlier this year, the Betty Boop Store in Toon Lagoon at Universal’s Islands of Adventure will become a new Universal Orlando Annual Passholder lounge. The current lounge at Universal Studios Florida will close on December 31. Currently, Passholders can purchase exclusive merchandise and pick up their complimentary UOAP magnets from Toon Extra in Toon Lagoon, but …
Disney Cruise Line Announces Destinations for Early 2024 Itineraries
Chuck Mirarchi
Disney Cruise Line has announced the destinations for early 2024 itineraries, which will be available to book beginning December 15, 2022. Sailings will depart from Port Canaveral and Miami in Florida, as well as Texas, Louisiana, and California. From Southern Florida The Disney Dream will begin in early 2024 with an assortment of three- and …
Disney Visa Cardmembers Can Save Up to 30% on Select Premium Rooms at Disneyland Resort Hotels in 2023
Chuck Mirarchi
If you were thinking of visiting the Disneyland Resort, perhaps early next year might be the time for you. From January 9 through March 9, 2023, Disney Visa Cardmembers can save up to 30% off select premium rooms at one of the three Disneyland Resort Hotels. Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Disneyland Hotel Disney’s …
Large Krampus Figure Arrives in All Hallows Eve Krampus Boutique at Universal’s Islands of Adventure
JonS
Another scary Krampus display showed up in honor of his traditional arrival day. The Krampus legend involves him punishing the poorly behaved children when St. Nick rewards the well-behaved children. Universal Orlando guests have been rewarded with a Krampus theme at the All Hallows Eve Boutique in Islands of Adventure. In an earlier article, we …
New Toy Story Holiday Ear Headband Debuts at Magic Kingdom
Kelly Osterman
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and this new Toy Story holiday ear headband give some of our favorite toys their time to shine this holiday season. Toy Story Holiday Ear Headband – $34.99 Buzz and Woody are always in the spotlight, but now Hamm and Bo Peep’s sheep get the love they …
PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 12/5/22 (New World Showcase Pavilion Collections, Cinderella Castle Engagement Ring Ornament, Mickey Mouse The Main Attraction The Haunted Mansion, & More)
KaylaP
Good morning from a foggy EPCOT! We’re heading around World Showcase and more to see what’s new so let’s get started! As we pulled up to the EPCOT parking booth, we noticed the iconic Spaceship Earth decor is still missing from the structure. Time to park and make our way up to the Monorail to …
runDisney Volunteer Reward Tickets Reduced to Half-Day, Christine McCarthy Could Be Next Disney CEO, New Genie and Lightning Lane Update Coming, & More: Daily Recap (12/6/22)
Spencer Lloyd
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 Tuesday, December 6, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 12/6/22 (Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Loungefly Handbag, Gingerbread House Milk and Cookies Mug, New Pins, & More)
KaylaP
Good morning from the Magic Kingdom! We hopped aboard the Resort Monorail to the Magic Kingdom to check in on construction progress happening down below at the old Spirit of Aloha site. A few more construction vehicles have joined the large crane that has been at the project. As we made our way into the …
New Norway Pavilion Apparel, Kitchenware, and More Arrives at EPCOT
Kelly Osterman
We recently spotted more new Norway pavilion merchandise at The Fjording Shop in World Showcase at EPCOT. Adult Norway Pavilion Shirt – $29.99 This short sleeve t-shirt features the image of a Norwegian flag combined with the outline of the pavilion rooftops in the shape of Mickey’s head. The words “Norway” and “EPCOT” appear below …
Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction Haunted Mansion Series Arrives at Walt Disney World
Chuck Mirarchi
Series 10 of the Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction collection features The Haunted Mansion. The limited-release series features an ear headband, a Mickey plush, a Disney Parks x Loungefly backpack, a pin, and a souvenir key. We first found The Haunted Mansion collection at the Creations Shop at EPCOT. Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction The …
New Rentable Electric Wheelchair (ECV) Models Arrive at Walt Disney World
Kelly Osterman
The fleet of ECV electric wheelchairs has received a refresh at Walt Disney World, with a sleek new blue look! We first spotted them available for rental at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, but they should be resort-wide in no time. The ECV rental area is located at Oscar’s Super Service in the front of the park, …
Men in Black: Alien Attack Spirit Jersey Blasts into Universal Studios Florida
JonS
Your memories will never be erased with the new Men in Black: Alien Attack Spirit Jersey we found at the MIB Gear Shop in Universal Studios Florida! That’s right, Universal Orlando partnered with Spirit Jersey for an attraction-specific edition, we’re in shock too! Men in Black: Alien Attack has the honor of being the first …
New Kermit the Frog Loungefly Backpack Arrives at Disneyland
Spencer Lloyd
It’s time to play the music, it’s time to light the lights! Kermit the Frog has hopped into Disneyland this week and brought his banjo with him! We found him on this new Kermit the Frog Loungefly backpack at Disney Clothiers on the Main Street, U.S.A. Kermit the Frog Loungefly Backpack – $75 The front …