Chuck Mirarchi 
When Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure opened on October 1, 2021, at the France Pavilion at EPCOT, the ride vehicles were exactly the same as the ones used at Disneyland Paris. However, the configuration of some of the ride vehicles at the Walt Disney World Resort have been modified. Originally, the ride vehicles, which are in the … Read more
This past spring, we reported that Disney’s Magnolia Golf Course would be closed for a lengthy refurbishment. At the time, it was unclear when the popular course would reopen – only sometime later this year. Disney has announced that the Magnolia Golf Course will reopen as a 14-hole course on Monday, December 12, 2022. Disney states … Read more
The force will be with you when wearing this Ahsoka Tano Ear Headband and Star Wars Loungefly Mini Backpack. We found these at the Emporium Shop on Main Street, U.S.A. in the Magic Kingdom. Ahsoka Tano Ear Headband for Adults – Star Wars – $29.99 Channel your inner Jedi Padawan, Ahsoka, with this ear headband … Read more
The Walt Disney Birthplace, in conjunction with the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, will hold its 9th Annual Birthday tribute to celebrate Walt Disney’s 121st birthday. “Walt Disney Day” will be held at 2156 N. Tripp Avenue at the restored childhood home of Walt Disney, located in the Hermosa neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. Beginning at 5:30 … Read more
We were at EPCOT and had to try Joffrey’s Awesome Drink – Holiday Remix. It is only available at the Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company kiosk outside the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction at the Wonders of Xandar pavilion. Joffrey’s Awesome Drink – Holiday Remix – 16 oz. for $ 6.49 or with … Read more
Walt Disney World has walked back the promise to return parking trams to all theme parks this calendar year. On the Walt Disney World website, under “Trams,” it formerly stated, “Courtesy trams have returned to Magic Kingdom park and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park – and they’ll return to other Walt Disney World theme parks … Read more
After being closed for nearly three years, the Volkskunst Clocks and Crafts Shop has finally reopened at the Germany Pavilion in EPCOT. Come with us as we explore what’s in the shop. Since “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” is a 19th-century German fairy tale written by the Brothers Grimm, references to Disney’s 1937 groundbreaking film are found … Read more
Since returning as CEO of The Walt Disney Company last week, Bob Iger wasted no time in holding a town hall with Cast Members to discuss a wide range of topics including the “Don’t Say Gay” bill. During the in-person and virtual town hall meeting, one Cast Member asked Iger where he stood on the … Read more
Today, during a Town Hall with Cast Members, Disney CEO Bob Iger discussed a wide-ranging number of topics including the planned hiring freeze and the speculation that Apple would possibly buy The Walt Disney Company. He was also asked about the future of the Disney Park Reservation system. Iger said that he would be discussing … Read more
In an employee Town Hall today, Disney CEO Bob Iger said that talk of Apple buying The Walt Disney Company is “nothing more than speculation.” Since the ousting of former Disney CEO Bob Chapek and Iger back at the helm, rumors about Apple buying The Walt Disney Company have resurfaced. According to a story in … Read more
What started with one ship, the Disney Magic, in 1998 has grown into a fleet of five cruise ships… and counting. As Disney is gearing up to celebrate its 25th anniversary next year, the company is introducing some special ways to celebrate the milestone, including a new membership tier, Pearl, for Castaway Club members. Disney … Read more
Starting tomorrow, Tuesday, November 29, three new chicken and waffle bowls will be available at Fairfax Fare at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Disney posted a preview of the new chicken and waffle bowls on their Instagram. See the full post below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Disney Eats (@disneyeats) No other details, … Read more
To celebrate the Disney Cruise Line’s 25th anniversary, Disney has introduced a “new wave” of special “Silver Anniversary at Sea” entertainment, merchandise, and celebratory experiences that will be featured during summer 2023 sailings onboard all five ships. New family entertainment and activities will culminate in shimmering evening experiences created exclusively for the anniversary celebration. These … Read more
The Columbia Sportswear Company has unveiled a new collection inspired by “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” animated series. The limited special edition clothing line will go on sale Friday, December 2, 2022, at 12:01 a.m. EST, at select Columbia Sportswear locations, including the Disney Springs location, as well as through the Columbia Sportswear website. The … Read more
During the holidays each resort has some magnificent decorations for guests to enjoy. While everyone has their favorite resorts, one of the most popular is Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. Designed to resemble an old timber lodge, the resort celebrates turn-of-the-century National Parks Service lodges found in the great northwest. And now there’s plenty of beautiful holiday … Read more
Once again, we’re checking in to see how the transformation of Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel into Disney’s Pixar Place Hotel is progressing. It was only back in September, during the D23 Expo in Anaheim, California, that Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro gave an update on the reimagining of this Disneyland Resort hotel. He announced to … Read more