Jamie Rowland 
A few new resort-themed items have arrived at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. We found the merchandise collection at Bayview Gifts. Monorail Magnet – $14.99 The first of the new resort items is a retro-style magnet. It is oval shaped and features the Walt Disney World Monorail traveling out of its station inside the resort. The Contemporary … Read more
The original cut of the 1977 film “Star Wars: A New Hope” was screened in London on June 12. Kathleen Kennedy, current president of Lucasfilm, introduced the film and assured viewers that they were not viewing an “illegal” version of the film. ‘Star Wars’ Original Cut London Screening In the original 1977 theatrical cut of “Star … Read more
Some new speed humps have been added to a section of the entry lanes leading toward the EPCOT parking lot. New EPCOT Speed Humps Two sets of speed humps have been added to the roadway approaching the EPCOT parking plaza. They are black and yellow, and are placed just behind the rumble strips that were … Read more
A new “Elio” photo-op has been added to Disney Springs near the entrance of the AMC Theater. ‘Elio’ Photo-Op in Disney Springs The large billboard and a smaller sign with film’s official poster are located just to the left of the AMC theater entrance. “Elio” replaces the “Lilo & Stitch” photo-op that was previously located … Read more
A new Belle-themed “Beauty and the Beast” mug is now available at Walt Disney World. We found the mug at Once Upon a Time in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Belle Mug – $16.99 The mug is a soft butter yellow color with a white interior. A silhouette of Belle in her ballgown … Read more
A limited time sneak peek of Disney and Pixar’s upcoming “Elio” film is now showing in “One Man’s Dream” alongside a small exhibit inside Walt Disney Presents. “Elio” at Walt Disney Presents An ad for the sneak peek greets guests walking into Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Elio and his alien pal, Glordon, appear to be running … Read more
A new Caramel-Apple Pie Funnel Cake has arrived at Epic Eats in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Epic Eats is an Indiana Jones-style desert canteen serving up beverages and signature sweet treats—including funnel cakes located in Echo Lake at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The newest addition to the menu is a Caramel-Apple Pie Funnel Cake. Caramel-Apple Pie Funnel Cake … Read more
Following the recent Annecy Animation Festival, Variety sat down with Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Jared Bush to discuss his upcoming film, “Zootopia 2,” and the future of Walt Disney Animation. Jared Bush on “Zootopia 2” When asked about how the creative process changed between the original film and “Zootopia 2,” Bush first commented on the … Read more
A new t-shirt honoring 250 years of the U.S. Army has arrived at Walt Disney World. We found the shirt at Riverside Depot in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. U.S. Army Anniversary T-Shirt – $29.99 The shirt is black with a camouflage Mickey Mouse silhouette printed on the left side of the chest. The back of the … Read more
A Disneyland 70th Anniversary Castle Ornament is coming soon from Hallmark, and we now have the first official pictures. A Magical Celebration Musical Castle Ornament – $61.99 Commemorate 70 years of The Happiest Place on Earth with this Christmas tree ornament. The Disneyland design features Sleeping Beauty Castle with an iridescent finish in honor of … Read more
Finnegan’s Bar & Grill in Universal Studios Japan is closing later this year. To honor the restaurant, USJ is offering a giveaway campaign to guests wanting to celebrate the location. Finnegan’s Bar & Grill Finnegan’s Bar & Grill is a restaurant located in the New York area of Universal Studios Japan. The full-service location offers … Read more
Protective netting has been added to a tree at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, presumably to stop guests from carving into the bark. Galaxy’s Edge Tree Wrapped in Netting One of the trees located on the pathway leading into Batuu from Toy Story Land has been wrapped in some new protective netting. … Read more
Two new hand fans have arrived at Walt Disney World with designs featuring Winnie the Pooh and Disney pets. We found both new items at Island Mercantile in Animal Kingdom. Check out everything else we discovered in Animal Kingdom on a recent hot June morning. Winnie the Pooh Hand Fan – $16.99 The first of … Read more
Work has started on a new Polynesian Village Resort entrance, Disney fans are calling out the company for using AI, and a new original film titled “Gatto,” was announced— all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, June 13, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney’s Animal Kingdom Walt … Read more
X user bioreconstruct has shared some overhead shots of the work happening in the area of Animal Kingdom that will eventually become the Tropical Americas. Tropical Americas Construction In the first image of the construction zone shared by bioreconstruct, several construction vehicles and quipment can be seen, including a crane that we saw on a … Read more
The former Prairie Outpost candy store located in Magic Kingdom’s Frontierland is now reopening as a hat store. Prairie Outpost Located in between Country Bear Musical Jamboree and Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe, Prairie Outpost and Supply used to be home to confections and other treats such as candy apples, Mickey Rice Krispy … Read more
