Ilana Lifshitz 
The entrance at EPCOT is about to look even more futuristic thanks to new paint above the stores outside Spaceship Earth. The panels above Gateway Gifts and the Camera Center now have a bright blue stripe, conveniently matching the new signs outfitted in August. Because you can’t do one side without doing the other, the … Read more
If you forgot to grab that cup of coffee before heading to the parks, you’re in luck! Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea Co. reopened its location at the Transportation and Ticket Center with social distancing guidelines. The left-hand window is open for both ordering and pick up. A marker at the foot of the window reads … Read more
The original Mickey Mouse Club lost a member this week. Bonni Lou Kern, an original Mouseketeer, died September 28 in Wooster, Ohio. She was 79 years old. Kern died of natural causes, according to the Wayne County Health Department. The Mickey Mouse Club first aired from 1955 to 1958 with over 180 episodes. After her … Read more
Cook up some extra magic at this year’s Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival with the all-new Dooney & Burke Limited Edition MagicBand! This limited release is in celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, which started in July and runs through the fall. One side of … Read more
Following the debut of the Frankenstein Monster face mask announced last week, Universal Studios Florida released new retro attraction face masks for Earthquake: The Big One, Kongfrontation and E.T. Adventure Ride. Each mask has the attraction logo or character associated with the ride above the nostalgic neon Universal Studios Florida marquee, which we’ve seen on … Read more
After cruising the streets of Los Angeles, get to The Forum in style with a new Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster jacket, now available at Rock Around the Shop at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The jacket pays tribute to what many rockers wore in the 1980s. The jacket would look cool worn over new T-shirts we spotted … Read more
Although it’s only September, spooky season has officially begun at Universal Studios Florida with new Universal Monsters and “Beetlejuice” Loungefly backpacks adorning shelves at The Tribute Store. Universal Monsters Loungefly Backpack – $82 The Universal Monsters is a one-pocket version with the inside lined with different characters’ names. On the outside, we see those same … Read more
Guests don’t have to wait any longer to enjoy the sweet treats and sandwiches at Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe at the Norway Pavilion in EPCOT, because it reopens tomorrow at 11 AM! Known for its delicious Norwegian specialities, Kringla’s offerings range from sweet pretzels to its famous (and fan-favorite) school bread. The school bread returned … Read more
The father of a 27-year-old who jumped 17 stories to his death at Universal’s Aventura Hotel last year filed a wrongful death lawsuit last week against multiple organizations, including Universal Orlando and Loews Corp. Alfred Bahna, the father of Matthew Bahna, sued for more than $30,000 in Orange Circuit Court. Matthew Bahna, 27, died after … Read more
Given the news of a planned fireworks test tonight, speculation is stirring about how it may be an early pyrotechnic test for “Harmonious.” A tech crew was spotted in World Showcase Lagoon at EPCOT earlier this afternoon. “Harmonious” was set to debut this past spring, but due to COVID-19 it has since been delayed. However, … Read more
Be the queen you truly are with the new “Royalty” collection at the UK Pavilion in EPCOT. With merchandise ranging from shirts and sweaters to purses and cups, there is sure to be something for everyone. Pink “Royalty” T-Shirt – $36.99 This rose pink T-shirt will you make you feel just like royalty. With its … Read more
Craving an American favorite that isn’t as heavy as a traditional slice of apple pie? Look no further than the apple tart at Regal Eagle Smokehouse in The American Adventure at EPCOT. Inside, the apple filling is tart, sweet, and slightly crispy—seasoned with just the right amount of spices. On top of the tart sits … Read more
Originally going to be released this summer but postponed due to COVID-19, Pixar’s “Soul” will stay with its current theatrical release date of Nov. 20. Disney toyed with the idea of releasing it on Disney+, but according to Deadline, it is going to premiere in movie theaters alongside “No Time to Die.” “Soul” follows Joe … Read more
A ghoulishly delightful sweater is now available just in time for Halloween because even though Oogie Boogie Bash is canceled, we can still celebrate. Unlike the popular Spirit Jerseys, this sweater has Disneyland written across the front and down the left-hand sleeve. A Mickey Mouse pumpkin adorns the right-hand side. The back of the sweater … Read more
There may not be a set reopening date for Disneyland Park and California Adventure at Disneyland Resort, but new tape markings and directional signs inside Disneyland Park have us speculating its reopening in the near future. Although hand-washing stations were available early last week, hand-sanitizing stations are now in place beyond the park’s gates. As … Read more
After introducing the game to Play Disney Parks in May of 2019, Disney has quietly removed the Splash Mountain-themed interactive game, The Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah-Day, from the app. Here’s how Disney Parks described the game back when it was first introduced: Guests will find their laughing place as they play together through a series of Splash Mountain-themed … Read more