Brit Tuttle 
The new Nightmare Grog and the Nightmare Grog Float have arrived at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at Disneyland Resort, along with the new seasonal “Nightmare Before Christmas” souvenir cup. But is it worth the stop? Read on for our review. Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar is located at the … Read more
Walt Disney World Resort has announced an update for its reservation changes and cancellation policy ahead of Hurricane Milton making landfall in Florida this week. Walt Disney World Extends Hurricane Policy Walt Disney World waived the cancellation and change fees for guests with hotel reservations yesterday, October 6. Now, that time period of the waiver … Read more
Orlando International Airport (MCO) has announced it will suspend commercial operations ahead of Hurricane Milton making landfall in Florida this week. Orlando International Airport Suspends Commercial Operations According to a release, MCO will cease commercial passenger and private operations in advance of Hurricane Milton. At this time, the airport is not closed and will remain … Read more
As part of the ongoing 31 Days of Drops, the new Mickey Family Christmas Sweater Collection has debuted online at the Disney Store. Mickey Family Christmas Sweater Collection Mickey Mouse Christmas Sweater for Adults – $69.99 The Mickey Mouse Christmas Sweater for adults features a birdseye jacquard design with Mickey heads, Mickey icons, Christmas trees, … Read more
The first full collection of 2024 Christmas merchandise has arrived at Walt Disney World, featuring a castle-themed countdown calendar, holiday Crocs, and more. 2024 Walt Disney World Christmas Merchandise The first batch of 2024 Christmas Merchandise is now available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. We found everything for sale in Riverside Depot. Milk Chocolate Christmas Countdown … Read more
A Hurricane Watch is now in effect for the Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando areas ahead of Hurricane Milton making landfall this week, as it approaches Category 5 strength. Hurricane Watch in Effect for Disney and Universal With the 11 a.m. advisory from the National Hurricane Center (NHC), the projected cone for Hurricane Milton … Read more
A special 9 a.m. update from the National Hurricane Center has confirmed that Hurricane Milton has strengthened into a Category 4 storm. Hurricane Milton Now a Category 4 Storm Based on the most recent cone map, which was released for the 8 a.m. advisory on Monday, October 7, the storm is forecasted to hit Central … Read more
Since our last update, the Disney Vacation Club Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has seen significant updates, including a new mural and a full swimming pool. DVC Island Tower at Polynesian Construction This morning, we checked out the ongoing construction at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. First, we got a look at the pathways … Read more
Animal rights activist Ric O’Barry has posted an open letter to Disney executives asking for a “proper retirement” for the dolphins set to be relocated from The Seas at EPCOT. Ric O’Barry Calls for Proper Retirement for Dolphins at The Seas The letter was shared as a blog post on the website of Dolphin Project, … Read more
Walt Disney World is now testing plastic reusable cups and mugs at counter service dining locations to potentially replace the current paper products in use. We spotted the new plastic items in use at Satu’li Canteen in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Plastic Reusable Cups and Mugs at Satu’li Canteen Currently, there are two different sizes of … Read more
Universal Studios Hollywood has announced two anime IPs (intellectual properties) for its upcoming Universal Fan Fest Nights, happening in spring 2025. ‘One Piece’ and ‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ Coming to Universal Fan Fest Nights Universal shared on social media that fans will “set sail into the world of ‘One Piece’” during Universal Fan Fest Nights, with guests … Read more
The world-famous Jungle Cruise is set to reopen earlier than expected at Magic Kingdom, following a nearly two-month-long refurbishment. Jungle Cruise Reopening Early at Magic Kingdom According to the operating calendar on the Walt Disney World website, Jungle Cruise will now open ahead of schedule on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. The ride was previously scheduled … Read more
Development of Disney’s “The Princess Diaries 3” has reached a new milestone, as Adele Lim of “Joy Ride” has signed on to direct. ‘The Princess Diaries 3’ Gets a Director Lim made her directorial debut in 2023 with “Joy Ride.” She was previously a writer on Disney’s “Raya and the Last Dragon” and “Crazy Rich … Read more
“World of Color – ONE,” the nighttime spectacular performed on Paradise Bay at Disney California Adventure, has set its reopening date following a six-week refurbishment. ‘World of Color – ONE’ Reopening Date The nighttime show originally went down for refurbishment on September 9, 2024. It was previously scheduled to return to normal operation on October … Read more
Disney Research Fellow and Imagineer Lanny Smoot has expressed the possibility of turning Rey’s “real” lightsaber from Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser into a toy you can actually buy, according to a report from The Verge. Imagineer Wants Retractable Lightsaber to Be a Toy The “real” lightsaber was first revealed in 2021 with a teaser video … Read more
With the spooky season in full swing now that October has arrived, we found that select 2024 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party merchandise is now available for day guests to purchase at Magic Kingdom. These items are normally exclusively available during the separately ticketed after-hours events. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Merchandise in Emporium All of the … Read more