Jamie Rowland

70th Anniversary ‘Donald’s Tales of Adventure’ Chocolate Sculpture Unveiled at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel

Colorful Donald Duck-themed display with books and forest decor inside a grand hotel lobby, with people and a sign nearby.

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa is honoring the Disneyland 70th anniversary and new Storyteller’s Cafe experience with a new chocolate sculpture added to the lobby. Donald’s Tales of Adventure Sculpture at Grand Californian According to the display sign, this “adventurous showpiece featuring Donald & friends took 400 hours to complete” and was created by the Disney … Read more

70th Anniversary Balloon Now Available at Disneyland Resort

A clear 70th Anniversary Balloon with "70" and cartoon characters, celebrating Disneyland's milestone year.

The 70th Anniversary Ballon is now available at Disneyland Resort. 70th Anniversary Balloon – $20.00 We previously caught a first glimpse of the balloon  during a photo shoot in the park.The balloon features a pink classic Mickey icon inner balloon, plus a clear outer layer with anniversary designs. It has a large 70 over the … Read more

Astro Orbiter Reassembly Continues at Magic Kingdom, Metal Framework Returns

Futuristic metallic structures mark the entrance to Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom under a vivid blue sky.

Crews have reinstalled additional pieces of the Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom as the attraction refurbishment continues. In our most recent update, the center column that controls the ride’s rockets was added back on the platform above the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover. Now, the central metal framework pieces which house large white orbs have returned. … Read more

Cinderella Castle Stage Refurbishment Begins at Magic Kingdom

A Castle Stage under construction with blue skies, clouds, and people in the background at a theme park.

Refurbishment has begun on the stage of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom, and performances of “Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire” are still paused due to the construction. Cinderella Castle Stage Refurbishment In our last update, there weren’t many signs of the refurbishment when approaching Cinderella Castle. However, there was ample signage indicating there were “No Showtimes” for … Read more

Visual Effects Workers at Disney, Marvel, and Lightstorm Entertainment Ratify First Union Contract

Walt Disney company studios gate for shareholders meeting article

Visual effects workers at Marvel, Disney, and Lightstorm Entertainment have ratified their first union contract, according to Variety. VFX Worker Union Contract Being the first of their kind, the contracts “include standard union protections like overtime pay, eligibility for the Motion Picture Industry Pension and Health Plan, meal penalties, rest periods and turnaround times.” Matching the … Read more

New Pastel Figment Loungefly Ear Headband Arrives at Disney Springs

A hand holds Minnie Mouse ears with Figment designs and a lavender bow in a store selling Figment-themed merchandise.

The previously announced pastel Figment Ear Headband has made its way to Walt Disney World. We found the Loungefly branded ears at Disney Ever After in Disney Springs. Pastel Figment Minnie Ear Headband – $44.99 The ear headband is soft pink, similar to the color on Figment’s stomach. It has two bumpy ears reminiscent of … Read more

Food Booth Names Revealed, Additional Theming Arrives for Amity’s Return to Universal Studios Florida for ‘Jaws’ 50th Anniversary

The newly constructed food booths in the temporary Amity Island set-up in Universal Studios Florida have received signage along with additional theming added to San Francisco Candy Company, where guests can purchase “Jaws” 50th anniversary merchandise. Amity Island Food Booths In our previous Amity Island update, both new food booths had been constructed but were only … Read more

Disneyland 70th Anniversary Pandora Charms Now Available

Celebrate Disneyland 70th Anniversary with Pandora Charms: a castle, shoe, and Mickey Mouse head in pink boxes on black ribbon.

Three new Pandora Charms are now available across Disneyland in honor of the resort’s 70th Anniversary Celebration. Pandora Castle Charm – $85 The Disneyland 70th Anniversary Castle Dangle Charm is one of three new charms now available at the resort. The “70” charm is gold, while the castle charm is silver. The castle outline includes “Celebrate … Read more

The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant in Epic Universe Has Sprung a Leak

A large blue dragon arch sculpture stands in front of a hotel building on a cloudy day.

Before its official opening, The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant in Epic Universe already has a leak. The restaurant soft-opened yesterday, May 11, so we decided to check out the menu and interior. Upon doing so, one of our reporters caught the leak in action. You can check the video out below: It appears that the … Read more

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