Jamie Rowland 
According to Deadline, Scarlett Johansson is still trying to figure out exactly where to go with her Tower of Terror film as the script “taking shape” despite the “thin lore” surrounding the attraction. Per an interview with Entertainment Weekly, she had this to say about the film’s development: “It’s a hard nut to crack, harder … Read more
A video posted to TikTok shows two guests being escorted off Pirates of the Caribbean in Disneyland, presumably after exiting the boat. The video does not show the two guests exiting the ride vehicle; however, you can see a female guest seated near one of the ride’s animatronics. She is speaking and gesturing toward a … Read more
A new plush crossbody and hat themed to Hedwig, Harry Potter’s snowy owl, are now available at Universal Orlando Resort. We found both in the Studios Store in Universal Studios Florida. Crossbody Purse – $45 The crossbody bag is a plush figure, resembling Hedwig, Harry’s snowy owl. She is solid white with light gray speckles … Read more
Friendship Boat Transportation has returned to EPCOT World Showcase, running between Canada and Germany with an alternate route. World Showcase Friendship Boats There are four docks, a.k.a. Friendship Launches, on World Showcase Lagoon, as highlighted in the above map from My Disney Experience. At one time, guests could travel on Friendship Boats from Canada to … Read more
According to Forbes, “Elio” has suffered the worst opening weekend ever for a Disney-Pixar film. Elio Opening Weekend Elio Box Office Elio Opening Weekend Lower than Elemental Elio Movie Production Budget Elio Disney Marketing Efforts Upcoming Pixar Films Elio Opening Weekend Although “Elio” was expected to have a low opening weekend box office, reflecting the … Read more
We spotted several new additions in our most recent construction update on the new Disney Vacation Club resort at Walt Disney World, Disney Lakeshore Lodge. Lakeshore Lodge Construction Just across the road from Tri-Circle-D Ranch, construction continues on the future Disney Lakeshore Lodge. From this angle, we can see the varying stages of construction on … Read more
A lounge-specific coaster is now available for guests ordering drinks at GEO-82 in EPCOT, though according to Cast Members, this isn’t the final design. GEO-82 Coaster While the new themed drink coaster arrived just a few days ago, they are already limited in quantity. According to Cast Members, this particular run of the new coaster … Read more
Several sections of the light-up pavement in EPCOT have now been screwed down to avoid them lifting up from the ground, making them a potential tripping hazard. Light Up Pavement ‘Fixed’ with Screws We previously reported that several sections of the light-up pavement of World Celebration in EPCOT were surrounded by stanchions. The stanchions, which blocked … Read more
For its final June weekly cookie release, Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs has brought back the White Chocolate Caramel Macadamia Nut Cookie. As with the previous weeks in June, the menu card for this month remains the same even though the weekly limited edition cookie has changed. This month’s character is Gilbert, a gilled creature … Read more
Two new card holders are now available at Tokyo Disney Resort. Guests of the resort can purchase these to carry an ID card or other card-shaped collectibles. Mickey Card Holder – ¥1,200 The first holder is a green and yellow framed badge topped with black and white stripes. Hanging from the silver lobster claw clasp … Read more
Four new character sweatshirts have arrived at Walt Disney World including Mickey, Marie, Daisy, and Tigger. Mickey Sweatshirt – $64.99 We found the first half of the collection at Creations Shop in EPCOT. The pastel yellow sweatshirt features a winking Mickey Mouse chenille appliqué and Walt Disney World logo. The Walt Disney World letters are … Read more
Construction walls have gone up around the Honk Honkers facade in Seuss Landing at Universal Islands of Adventure. Seuss Landing Construction Walls The construction walls run from the Seuss Landing exit archway (on The Lost Continent side) to right underneath the nearby track of The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride. Signs on … Read more
A new “Back to the Future” UNIVRS collection is now available at Universal Studios Florida. We found the items at Five & Dime. Puffer Vest – $95 The first of the new items is a bright orange puffer vest reminiscent of the one Marty McFly wears in the film. It zips up and has two … Read more
We got a first look at a refurbished Big Thunder Mountain Railroad train, the Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment on-ride photo has been updated, and we got a look at new concept art for Universal Kids Resort — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, June 18, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more
The main Starbucks location at Universal Orlando CityWalk is temporarily closed for renovations. Starbucks Renovations According to the Universal Orlando Resort website, “Starbucks at Universal CityWalk is temporarily relocated inside Universal’s Great Movie Escape as our team works on some venue enhancements.” While the exterior covered seating area is still open for guests, the windows … Read more
According to the Dallas-Fort Worth local NBC news outlet, the Frisco City Council has approved updated murals to be featured on the Universal Kids Resort hotel. As shown in the graphic above, the newly approved murals will adorn the facade of the resort. The mural featuring characters from “Shrek” and another featuring Minions will be … Read more