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In an interview with CNBC today, Disney CEO Bob Chapek said up to 50% of Disney Parks guests are currently utilizing Genie+. Genie+ is the new “Fastpass” replacement for Disney Parks that launched last fall. It is estimated that Disney could rake in up to $300 million in profits just from Genie+ alone this year … Read more
Today, we came upon this Enchanted Tiki Room-themed Loungefly bag in the Creations Shop at EPCOT. Enchanted Tiki Room Loungefly Mini Backpack – $75 This Loungefly mini backpack features Funko POP!-style Tiki Room characters, including Juan the Barker Bird, Pele, and José. The backpack has side pockets for storing small items. The dark green straps … Read more
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, February 8, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more
Hong Kong Disneyland is currently closed due to a wave of COVID-19 cases. What was originally scheduled to be a two-week closure was extended to February 17 and then again until February 23, 2022. Here is what the Hong Kong Disneyland website says: “Hong Kong Disneyland Park will temporarily close from Jan 7 to Feb 23, 2022 … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort may have discontinued their monthly Passholder buttons, but Universal Studios Hollywood has a new button available to Pass Members. The yellow Pass Member button has green arms in the shape of a hug around a red heart. The backing card says “USH Pass Member” in bold, while the button has the hashtag … Read more
We stopped by Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen at Downtown Disney District to try the new Ima’gin’ cocktail now available for Magic Key Holder Celebration Month at Disneyland. Keep on reading for our review of this sparkling new drink. Ima’gin’ Cocktail – $16 Empress Gin, mint-infused syrup, fresh lime juice, and sparkling wine — along with … Read more
Yesterday, we witnessed the debut of the new Dooney and Bourke “Disney Steeds” collection at Magic Kingdom, and today it rode on into Disney Clothiers at Disneyland Park. “The Disney Steeds” Tote by Dooney & Bourke – $298 This tote features various Disney horses on a white background. You can also spot some sketches of … Read more
We recently saw this new Festival of the Arts ornament featuring the beloved EPCOT mascot, Figment. Festival of the Arts Figment Ornament – $22.99 The ornament looks like a miniature work of art in a turquoise frame. The ornament hangs from a purple ribbon for easy tree decorating. A partially shaded outline of Figment sits … Read more
Today at EPCOT, we spotted a new Limited Edition Our Transformation Story pin and Limited Release Star Wars pins by Her Universe. Check out the latest from Pin Traders below: Limited Edition Evil Queen Our Transformation Story Pin – $19.99 This pin shows the famous transformation of the Evil Queen into the Old Hag in … Read more
Air Canada is celebrating the upcoming Disney+ release of Disney-Pixar’s “Turning Red” with a plane themed to the movie. The upcoming film is set in Toronto and directed by Academy Award-winning Canadian director Domee Shi. Shi expressed her joy at the plane’s makeover by declaring herself “stoked.” Shi also stated, “I made Turning Red a love letter to Toronto and … Read more
The Academy Awards are notoriously hesitant towards superhero films, and this year was no different as “Spider-Man: No Way Home” fails to swing into the Best Picture category. “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” released in December 2021, broke a lengthy box office lull, surpassing the billion-dollar mark relatively quickly. It is currently the sixth highest–grossing film … Read more
“Star Wars: Andor” hasn’t even premiered to audiences yet, but expect a second season of the show. The show takes place about five years before Rogue One in the year 5 BBY (before the Battle of Yavin). It’s described as an exciting spy thriller. Disney-Lucasfilm has yet to announce the second season, but series star … Read more
On a recent trip to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, we spotted a bunch of Duffy and Friends items from Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa in Hawaii! If you’re looking for Duffy or his turtle friend, ‘Olu Mel, stop by BouTiki. Duffy and Friends Luggage Tag – $10 This wooden luggage tag features ShellieMay and … Read more
Mardi Gras has officially begun at Universal Studios Florida today, and more new Mardi Gras merchandise has just rolled in. 2022 Planet Mardi Gras T-shirt – $35 This black tee has purple rings at the neckline and sleeves. The colorful graphic says “Planet Mardi Gras,” which is the 2022 theme for Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras … Read more
We’re already about halfway through the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. But more merchandise for the festival keeps trickling in. 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Die Cut Magnets – $14.99 each We spotted these two new die cut magnets at Creations Shop at EPCOT. The first one has the 2022 EPCOT … Read more
Based on the forecasted poor weather for this Tuesday, February 8, Disney has decided to postpone the Cast Member celebration. Magic Kingdom is still set to close at 4:30 p.m. tomorrow, February 8, 2022, at this time. The weather tomorrow night is forecast to be in the high fifties with an 80% chance of rain. … Read more