Disney Cruise Line Crew Member Arrested for Child Porn
Toni Ferrigno
A Disney Cruise Line crew member has been arrested for the possession and transportation of child pornography. The crew member, Tirso Neri, who was working aboard the Disney Dream, was found by law enforcement to have sexually explicated photos and videos of minors on two different phones in his possession. According to reports from USA …
Tiana’s Foods Boxes Arrive at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
New Tiana’s Foods props have arrived at the queue for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom. Tiana’s Foods Boxes Stacks of wood boxes are outside the queue’s barn. These are near the Tiana’s Foods delivery truck that arrived earlier this month. Each box is branded with a green Tiana’s Foods stamp. The boxes on the …
Universal Orlando Resort Teases Summer Announcements With VHS Tapes
Shannen Ace
Get ready for a blockbuster summer at the Universal Orlando Resort. It appears that a new parade, lagoon show, and more new experiences are coming soon. Universal Orlando has just shared a photo of a stack of VHS tapes that hint at some of this summer’s new offerings. Universal Orlando Teases Summer Entertainment There are …
MISSION Announces runDisney Partnership & Gift for Springtime Surprise Runners
Shannen Ace
MISSION, creators of wearable cooling solutions, signed a multi-year contract with runDisney and is an official sponsor for the 2024 Springtime Surprise Weekend. Mission and runDisney Partnership MISSION will showcase products at runDisney race weekends at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. They will also offer their Original Cooling Towel to participants at the …
Walt Disney World Monorail Peach Gets New Black Deltas
Shannen Ace
Walt Disney World’s Monorail Peach has received a minor refurbishment, getting new black deltas along its exterior. Walt Disney World Monorail Peach The deltas are on the peach stripe running around the Monorail. There’s one on each side of each car. Monorail Peach received a major refurbishment in 2020 but did not get the delta …
Imagineering Shares Closer Look at Paris Disneyland Hotel Signature Suite Details
Shannen Ace
Disney shared a new look at the Signature Suites in the Disneyland Hotel at Disneyland Paris, which are inspired by “Sleeping Beauty,” “Cinderella,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Tangled,” and “Frozen.” The Disneyland Hotel reopened earlier this year following a royal reimagining. Disneyland Hotel Signature Suites Disney Parks Blog spoke to Imagineer Sophie Coudré about the …
Club runDisney Changing Membership Dates in 2025
Shannen Ace
Club runDisney announced in an email to members that they are changing the dates of membership next year. Club runDisney Update The Club runDisney membership program gives runners access to special perks and rewards for one year. It’s available at three different levels — Silver Membership ($279), Gold Membership ($613), and Platinum Membership ($959). Beginning in …
Light-Up ‘Peter Pan’ Big Ben Popcorn Bucket Being Released for Grand Opening of Fantasy Springs
Brit Tuttle
To celebrate the grand opening of Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea, the park is celebrating in classic Tokyo Disney style with an incredible popcorn bucket. Fantasy Springs ‘Peter Pan’ Popcorn Bucket The popcorn bucket features the top of Big Ben, but also features scenes from Never Land, including Captain Hook, Mr. Smee, and Tick-Tock the …
BREAKING: DisneylandForward Theme Park Expansion Approved by Anaheim City Council
Shannen Ace
The Anaheim City Council approved the DisneylandForward project in a vote on Tuesday evening. DisneylandForward Approved in First City Council Vote The motion to approve DisneylandForward in this first vote passed with 7 votes in favor and 0 votes opposed. Though they approved the proposal during Tuesday’s meeting, they will vote on the project once …
Petition by Disabled People Opposes Disney’s ‘Discriminatory’ Disability Access Service Updates & More: Daily Recap (4/16/24)
Brit Tuttle
Disabled people speak out against Disney’s announced changes to the Disability Access Service, the U.S. Coast Guard conducts a medivac of a pregnant passenger aboard a Disney Cruise Line ship, and Walt Disney World teases a new Stitch Annual Passholder magnet — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Tuesday, April 16, 2024. …
U.S. Representatives Demand Answers From Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros About Joint Streaming Venture
Shannen Ace
Two U.S. Representatives are concerned about the joint sports streaming venture announced by Disney, Fox Corp., and Warner Bros. Discovery earlier this year. U.S. Representative Share Concerns Over Disney, Fox, Warner Bros. Streaming Venture Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D.-NY), the ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, and Rep. Joaquin Castro (D.-Texas) sent a letter to …
Themed Elements Removed From NBA Experience at Disney Springs
Shannen Ace
Four years after permanently closing the NBA Experience at Disney Springs, Disney has begun to remove some of the building’s theming. NBA Experience Construction The NBA Experience took over what was previously DisneyQuest. As the NBA Experience, the building featured a wave of large silver panels across the roof’s edge. These began on the corner …
PHOTOS: Crews Installing Fence Around Disney Springs Drone Show Staging Area
Shannen Ace
Crews have blocked off an area of West Side surface parking at Disney Springs for the upcoming “Disney Dreams That Soar” drone show. Drone Show Staging Area The staging area is in the corner of the Strawberry parking lot highlighted in yellow on the above screenshot from My Disney Experience. Traffic cones redirect drivers around …
Petition by Disabled People Opposes Disney’s ‘Discriminatory’ Disability Access Service Updates
Shannen Ace
Disabled people are speaking out against Disney’s announced changes to the Disability Access Service (DAS) via the “DAS Defenders” coalition. DAS Defenders Reject Disability Access Service Changes The coalition, comprised of over 140 individuals from the disabled community and their supporters, wrote in a letter to Disney that they are “deeply concerned about the recent …
Universal Orlando Confirms Fast and Furious: Supercharged Temporarily Closing
Shannen Ace
One of the most infamous rides at the Universal Orlando Resort has been confirmed to be closing later this summer. Fast and Furious: Supercharged, located at Universal Studios Florida, will close temporarily starting in August and remain closed throughout the Halloween Horror Nights season. Fast and Furious: Supercharged Closing According to the Universal Studios Florida …
Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man Entrance Closed Again at Universal Islands of Adventure
Shannen Ace
The main entrance to The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man at Universal Islands of Adventure is closed and surrounded by construction walls — again. Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man Construction The entrance was last blocked off in January. Blue construction walls once again surround the façade. Signs attached to the walls point guests to the temporary entrance. The …
Disney Launches MyDisney Unified Login Experience
Shannen Ace
Disney has launched MyDisney — a new website that allows users to manage their Disney account on one landing page. MyDisney The new unified login experience is available at my.disney.com. Previously, users could use the same login across different Disney websites. This update expands that to all websites owned by Disney and means users will see …
Disney Files Permits for Construction at Fort Wilderness Resort Recreation Area
Shannen Ace
Disney filed new permits for updates to the Meadow Recreation Area at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Fort Wilderness Meadow Recreation Area Construction The permits, filed with the South Florida Water Management District, indicate Disney will remove the beach volleyball court and disc golf area. In the space, they will build a new 5,530-square-foot …
Coast Guard Medevacs Pregnant Passenger From Disney Cruise Line Ship
Shannen Ace
The U.S. Coast Guard conducted a medevac for a Disney Cruise Line passenger this Monday. Disney Cruise Line Medevac A video released by the Coast Guard shows their helicopter reaching the Disney Fantasy and evacuating the patient. The patient is a 35-year-old pregnant woman and a U.S. citizen. The press release stated she “experienced health …
New Mickey Germany Pavilion Merchandise Including Lug Bags at EPCOT
Shannen Ace
The Germany Pavilion in EPCOT has a new collection of Mickey Mouse merchandise including Lug bags and apparel. Germany Pavilion The merch is available in Das Kaufhaus. The merchandise features the colors of the German flag — black, red, and yellow. Germany Lug Backpack – $90 The Lug backpack has a black front. A small pocket …
Refurbishment Underway on Mission SPACE Mars Sculpture
Shannen Ace
The exterior of Mission: SPACE at EPCOT has been under refurbishment for nearly a year but, with work underway on the giant Mars sculpture, work seems near completion. Mars Refurbishment at Mission SPACE The panels on the top of Mars are a distinctly different color, either because they’ve been restored or replaced. The panels on …
New EPCOT Mexico Pavilion Three Caballeros Ear Headband
Shannen Ace
A new Loungefly ear headband inspired by “Saludos Amigos,” “The Three Caballeros,” and the Gran Fiesta Tour Starring the Three Caballeros is available at the Mexico Pavilion in EPCOT. Three Caballeros Ear Headband – $44.99 The ears are made of black pleather with dark blue velour on the inside of the headband. Donald, Panchito, and José are …
Wall Behind Dreamers Point Revealed Over 4 Months After Opening in EPCOT
Shannen Ace
A tarp has been removed from the wall behind Dreamers Point in World Celebration Gardens at EPCOT, revealing its design. Dreamers Point Wall World Celebration Gardens opened for Walt’s birthday in December. A new Walt Disney statue, Walt the Dreamer, is located at Dreamers Point directly behind Spaceship Earth. Although the statue and EPCOT-inspired stone …
Walt Disney World Teases New Stitch Annual Passholder Magnet
Shannen Ace
Walt Disney World shared a teaser on social media for a new Stitch Annual Passholder magnet coming soon. Stitch Annual Passholder Magnet The video, shared on Facebook and Instagram, features green plasma cutting through the Passholders feed, revealing a beach. It says, “New Passholder magnet coming soon.” The caption by Disney reads, “Passholders, what kind …
Guest Suing Disneyland Resort Because Goofy Fell on Her
Shannen Ace
A woman is suing Disneyland Resort and two Cast Members over an April 2022 incident in which Goofy knocked her over. Lawsuit Over Goofy Running Into Guest Katrina Griffin was at Disney California Adventure on April 3, 2022. While she was bent over to tie her daughter’s shoes, Goofy “walked directly” into her and fell …
Temporary Bar Set Up During Chez Alcatraz Refurbishment
Annie Wilson
Chez Alcatraz is closed for refurbishment at Universal Studios Florida, but you can still grab a drink in San Francisco from your favorite bar tenders. A temporary bar has been set up while the old one is under refurbishment. Chez Alcatraz Refurbishment The Chez Alcatraz refresh was rumored for some time, but work is finally …
Full List of Food and Beverages Coming to Disney Parks for May the 4th & More: Daily Recap (4/15/24)
Brit Tuttle
New food and beverages coming to Disney Parks for Star Wars Day, the first 2024 Disney Pride collection items arrive, and Disney reveals the medals for the snack-themed runDisney Summer Virtual Series — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, April 15, 2024. Daily Recap for 4/15/2024 Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom …
Work Continues Around Universal Studios Florida for New Nighttime Lagoon Show
Annie Wilson
Universal Studios Florida is preparing for a new nighttime lagoon show, expected to debut by the summer. Work has been happening both inside the lagoon and around it for the last few weeks. Let’s take a look at the latest progress. Nighttime Lagoon Show Construction Construction walls have been blocking off part of the park …
New ‘Star Wars’ Sands of Tatooine Collection Includes Loungefly Backpack & Spirit Jersey
Toni Ferrigno
There’s a new “Star Wars” merchandise collection inspired by the Sands of Tatooine, now available at Walt Disney World. Sands of Tatooine Collection The new collection, themed to the desert planet of Tatooine, can be found at Tatooine Traders in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Sands of Tatooine Loungefly Mini Backpack – $78 The Sands of Tatooine …
VIDEO: Guest Climbs Skull Island: Reign of Kong Sign for Photo
Toni Ferrigno
Welcome to Skull Island: Reign of Kid. A guest visiting Universal Islands of Adventure at Universal Orlando Resort was spotted climbing to the top of the Skull Island: Reign of Kong attraction sign to pose for a photo. The entrance to the ride makes a great photo op, but one family took it to the …
Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of LEGO Star Wars With New Sets
Katie Francis
2024 marks the 25th anniversary of the first LEGO Star Wars set, and to celebrate, a new collection is being released. Several sets are available now, with more coming in May. LEGO Star Wars Boarding the Tantive IV – $54.99 Boarding the Tantive IV is 502 pieces and is available now. It replicates the opening …
Guest with Confirmed Case of Measles Reported at Universal Studios Hollywood
Toni Ferrigno
A guest with a confirmed case of measles visited Universal Studios Hollywood this March. Confirmed Case of Measles at Universal Studios Hollywood According to a news release from the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health, a non-Los Angeles County native visited Universal Studios on March 20, 2024. The news release notes specific dining …
Grinning Loth-cat Mug & Sap Tap Cup Coming to Disneyland for Star Wars Day
Toni Ferrigno
Guests visiting Disneyland Park on May the 4th can celebrate the fan holiday with the new Grinning Loth-cat Souvenir Mug and Sap Tap Cup. Grinning Loth-cat Souvenir Mug The Grinning Loth-cat souvenir mug comes with guava coconut milk and basil crystals and has a tiki mug design style. It will be available at Disneyland Park …
Full List of Food and Beverages Coming to Disney Parks for May the 4th 2024
Brit Tuttle
Disney Parks Blog has shared the full list of food and beverage items that will be coming to Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort, and Disneyland Paris for this year’s May the 4th festivities. May the 4th, a.k.a. Star Wars Day, is an annual fan holiday to celebrate all things Star Wars. Food and Beverages Coming …
FIRST LOOK at runDisney Summer Virtual Series: A Snacktacular Celebration Medals
Toni Ferrigno
Disney has revealed the medals for the runDisney Summer Virtual Series: A Snacktacular Celebration. runDisney Summer Virtual Series: A Snacktacular Celebration Medals Disney has shared a look at the medals that those who participate in the runDisney Summer Virtual Series: A Snacktacular Celebration will receive. The virtual races are all themed to different iconic Disney …
Smellephants on Parade ‘Debuting Soon’ Signs Added to Storybook Circus
Toni Ferrigno
A new sign has been added teasing the arrival of Smellephants on Parade in Walt Disney World. A sign reading “New Act Debuting Soon” has been added to the Storybook Circus area of Magic Kingdom in preparation of Smellephants on Parade. Wooden posts surround the spot where the elephant figures inspired by the “Pink Elephants …
DisneylandForward City Council Vote to Take Place Tomorrow
Toni Ferrigno
The first Anaheim City Council vote for DisneylandForward will take place tomorrow, April 16. After previously being approved by the Anaheim Planning Commission on March 11, the vote will now go to the Anaheim City Council. This is the first time the Anaheim City Council will vote on the projected Disneyland expansion. It will take …
Ezra Bridger Lightsaber Hilt Discounted at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Toni Ferrigno
The lightsaber hilt used by Ezra Bridger is now on sale at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Ezra Bridger Lightsaber Hilt Sale The sale running at Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is for 30% off the Ezra Bridger lightsaber hilt. The sale cannot be combined with other discounts and …
First 2024 Disney Pride Collection Merchandise Released at Walt Disney World
Toni Ferrigno
The first item in the 2024 Disney Pride collection has been released at Walt Disney World. 2024 Disney Pride Collection Pin Set – $19.99 This first drop for Pride Month, which begins June 1, comes ahead of an official reveal of the 2024 Disney Pride collection. Found at Mission: SPACE Cargo Bay in EPCOT, the …
New Merchandise Celebrates 25 Years of Islands of Adventure
Katie Francis
Universal Islands of Adventure turns 25 this year on May 28, and there’s a new merchandise collection to celebrate. The collection is currently only available at Islands of Adventure Trading Company, the park’s main gift shop found in Port of Entry. T-shirt – $27 The collection features art reminiscent of old merchandise that highlights the …