REVIEW: Appetizers, Entrees, and Desserts from Todd English’s Bluezoo

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We decided to spend Valentine’s Day Evening this year at none other than Todd English’s Bluezoo. Located in the Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel, Todd English’s Bluezoo is home to award-winning international coastal cuisine. Advanced Dining Reservations are highly recommended at this restaurant, and keep in mind it is only open for dinner. With that … Read more

PHOTOS: “The Haunted Mansion” Hitchhiking Ghosts Bottle Stoppers Join Happy Haunts at Walt Disney World

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Fans of The Haunted Mansion will be thrilled to use these new bottle stoppers during their next ball — as long as the ghostly ballroom dancers are invited, that is. “The Haunted Mansion” Hitchhiking Ghosts Wine Bottle Stoppers – $24.99 Phineas, Guz, and Ezra have hitchhiked their way out of The Haunted Mansion and on … Read more

PHOTOS: Painting Continues at Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station for 50th Anniversary of Magic Kingdom

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The Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station at Magic Kingdom is in the middle of a repainting just in time for the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World. We checked in and found that the giraffe vignette and the cream-colored train car are looking bright and cheerful with new coats of paint. The green car … Read more

PHOTOS: Sir Mickey’s Roof Repainting Begins to Match Color Scheme for 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World

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Fantasyland is receiving its own version of a makeover to match the ongoing Cinderella Castle transformation. The faded Fantasyland roofs are receiving a bold new blue to match the gold and blue color scheme that is popping up all over Walt Disney World. Sir Mickey’s is up next to receive the updated colors and we … Read more

REVIEW: NEW Loaded Buffalo Chicken Hot Dog & Loaded Bacon Macaroni and Cheese Hot Dog at The Friar’s Nook in the Magic Kingdom

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Two brand new loaded hot dogs join the unique menu at The Friar’s Nook in Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom. While loaded macaroni and cheese and “tater bites” have been a staple at this quick-service dining location lately, new loaded hot dogs are now available as well. Loaded Buffalo Chicken and Tater Bites Hot Dog … Read more

Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park Closed Due to Weather on April 2nd

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Blizzard Beach reopened earlier this month after a lengthy closure, but will close again, at least for one day, on April 2nd. The weather is supposed to dip down into the 50’s this week in Orlando and the closure is due to the expected cold front. As of now, the water park is still scheduled … Read more

PHOTOS: McDonald’s Fry Signage Spotted at The Friar’s Nook at Magic Kingdom

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We spotted a fun little throwback today while checking out the new menu at The Friar’s Nook at the Magic Kingdom. The quick-service dining location was known as the Village Fry Shoppe until 2009 and was home to hotdogs and McDonald’s french fries. The old menu board highlighting the restaurant’s offerings at the time was … Read more

PHOTOS: Work Progresses on Walt Disney World Railroad Near TRON Lightcycle Run in Magic Kingdom

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The Walt Disney World Railroad closed in December 2018 and has yet to reopen. The fan favorite and classic Walt Disney World attraction is receiving new track that is rerouted slightly due to the addition of TRON: Lightcycle / Run. Work continues behind TRON: Lightcycle / Run in Tomorrowland. Lots of supplies sit nearby as … Read more

Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover Refurbishment Unexpectedly Extended Again Until May 2021

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We reported back in February that the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover refurbishment was surprisingly extended through April 3. The attraction closed in March of 2020 and has yet to reopen. The attraction is now set to reopen on May 1 of this year. We’ve seen the attraction testing quite a bit lately, so this additional … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour a Renovated Room at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort

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Join us for a tour of a renovated room at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort, which finally reopened on March 22nd after a year-long closure. The resort rooms comfortably sleep four adults and now have a much more efficient design that allows for more space all around. The renovated All-Star Movies rooms now feature a queen-size … Read more

PHOTOS: Painting Continues on Carriage House at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

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Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa recently debuted brand new rooms and a new color scheme as part of the resort’s extensive makeover. Painting began on The Carriage House, which includes the main lobby and quick-service dining location, about two weeks ago. We stopped by to check on the progress and found that the painting … Read more

PHOTOS: Jurassic World VelociCoaster Height Requirement Sign Posted at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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The Jurassic World VelociCoaster is set to debut sometime this summer. In anticipation of the coaster’s debut, we’ve spotted the coaster cycling, as well as the lighting and mist effects testing on the new attraction. Today we caught a peek at the height requirement listed at the entrance to Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Only two … Read more

PHOTOS: Ceiling Work Continues on Innoventions East as it Transforms into New Dining Location and Mouse Gear Store at EPCOT

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EPCOT is in the middle of an incredible transformation that includes dividing the theme park into four neighborhoods. Future World East will soon be part of the World Celebration neighborhood which includes the park’s Starbucks location, a new quick service restaurant, and a reimagined Mouse Gear store. Now that Innoventions West is officially demolished, work … Read more

PHOTOS: Work Begins on Minnie Mouse Marquee on World Drive Entrance to Walt Disney World in Preparation for 50th Anniversary

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The entrances to Walt Disney World are in the middle of a blue and gold makeover in anticipation of the 50th Anniversary of the Walt Disney World Resort this fall. The entrance to Walt Disney World on World Drive is in the final phases of a refresh as work begins on the Minnie Mouse marquee. … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Jurassic World Music Tested, Tables and Jurassic Park Vehicle Removed from Pathway Towards VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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The pathway between Jurassic Park and the Lost Continent sounds a little more prehistoric today. Music from Jurassic World can be heard intermittently on the bypass bridge towards the highly anticipated Jurassic World VelociCoaster. The music is likely testing in preparation for the debut of the new coaster this summer. In addition to new music, … Read more

REVIEW: Rolling With My Peeps Donut Hops Into Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew at Disney Springs

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A new donut hops into Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew at Disney Springs. This donut may even be festive enough to replace your Easter basket this year! Rolling With My Peeps Donut — $6.50 Glazed Donut with Vanilla Frosting and Topped With Pastel Candy Decorations, Green Buttercream “Easter Grass”, Malted Milk Ball “Easter Eggs”, and … Read more