Arica Conrad 
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of Shanghai Disneyland, Imagineers shared that “10”s were hidden throughout the park, some more obvious than others. Hidden Surprises at Shanghai Disneyland Walt Disney Imagineers Ice Wang and Sylvie Chu started the video off with introductions before showing some of the hidden “10”s that have been installed for Shanghai Disneyland’s … Read more
Disney is expanding its Airport Luggage Transfer service to include more airlines, adding to the existing Southwest Airlines coverage from April 2025. Disney World’s Airport Luggage Transfer Service Expanded The service, operated by BagCheck, was first announced in early April 2025 for Southwest Airlines departures only. It allowed guests to drop their checked bags at … Read more
All throughout Disney Week of Wishes, Disney is spotlighting the nearly 200 wishes they have granted this week. One of these wishes belongs to Lilo, a five-year-old girl. Lilo’s Wish to Meet Cinderella at the Disneyland Resort Disney first met Lilo and her family at the UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital in Los Angeles, where they … Read more
Walt Disney World has released new open-edition Pixar and Star Wars-themed pins. One of the pins can be purchased online at the Disney Store as well, while supplies last. Pixar Pins Incredibles Violet Force Field Pin – $17.99 Violet, Dash, and Jack-Jack are in action poses in front of a city skyline. The pin is … Read more
In Disney’s latest update about the new Tropical Americas area being added to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we learned more information about the Encanto ride. Tropical Americas Encanto Ride Disney shared the following updated description regarding the new Encanto ride: “Guests will be invited to celebrate Antonio’s new gift: the ability to talk to animals. And … Read more
Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) has shared concept art and insights into the creation of Animal Kingdom’s new Tropical Americas area. These insights were shared by Joan Hartwig, executive creative director for the Tropical Americas Project. Creation of Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom When the land opens in 2027, Tropical Americas will represent one of … Read more
Disney’s Animal Kingdom has new third-party merchandise themed to the viral monkey sensation. Punch and Friend Wigglitz Figures – $7.99 There are two figures in the package, one themed to Punch and the other themed to his plush orangutan friend. The figures are plastic and have articulated joints to make them “wiggle.” According to the … Read more
The Disney Princess doll box photo op that was installed at Disney Springs in honor of Earth Month has been removed. Princess Doll Box Photo Op Removed The photo op was installed earlier this month outside of the Disney Springs store, Once Upon a Toy. The doll boxes were placed to the left of the … Read more
Previously released at Disneyland, Disney Springs has new plush zip-up pouches themed to Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Tigger, and Eeyore. These pouches are big enough to hold cosmetics, pencils, or other small items. Winnie the Pooh Zippered Pouch – $24.99 Each pouch is covered in soft plush fur with embroidered details. For this fuzzy yellow … Read more
Popular water bottle brand Corkcicle, known for frequently collaborating with Disney, has released new Star Wars designs for its Go Cup XL bottles. All Go Cup XL bottles hold 30 oz and keep liquids cold for up to 12 hours through their triple-insulation. Grogu Go Cup XL – $40 This beige 22 oz. bottle features … Read more
Instagram user DLP Works shared photos of the refurbishment progress occurring in Fantasyland at Disneyland Paris. Disneyland Paris Fantasyland Refurbishment Update Several buildings in Fantasyland at Disneyland Paris have been under renovation for the past few months. In photos taken by DLP Works, the refurbishment is nearing completion on the buildings housing the attractions for … Read more
Walt Disney World has released new minimalist, color-block ball caps themed to Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, and Goofy. Mickey Hat – $32.99 The front and back panels of the hat are white, while the bill is black. On the front is a small, embroidered Mickey Mouse, while the back of the hat has “Walt Disney … Read more
Walt Disney World has released new youth apparel themed to Lightning McQueen and Mater from the Cars franchise. The apparel was previously released at the Disneyland Resort. Youth Lightning McQueen Dress – $44.99 This youth dress is red with yellow piping accents. A black-and-white checkered pattern decorates the torso by the collar and on the … Read more
Disney has revealed a first look at the exclusive merchandise coming to Star Wars Celebration 2027 (prices have not been announced yet). Tickets and merchandise pre-orders will go on sale next week. Apparel Star Wars 50th Anniversary Flight Jacket The jacket is black with a gold zipper and button accents. On one side of the … Read more
In one of the first major decisions by new Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro, ESPN will be kept in-house. The news was announced today, April 28, 2026. Disney Keeps ESPN Investors and analysts have argued over the years that Disney should consider turning ESPN into their own company, as ESPN’s profits were dropping. However, Disney CEO … Read more
During our April 28 visit to Disneyland, we noticed a new mystery structure is being built next to Edelweiss Snacks. New Structure Next to Edelweiss Snacks Edelweiss Snacks is a quick service eatery located across from Matterhorn Bobsleds, known for serving turkey legs, slushies, and the Fantasyland Garlic Cheesy Brat. Edelweiss Snacks closed for refurbishment … Read more
