Jessica Figueroa 
The steamboat on Echo Lake at Disney’s Hollywood Studios long ago lost its whistle sound effect, which would echo around the area. After years of the effect being broken, it has finally been restored to the S.S. Down the Hatch. For Disney-MGM Studios fans and film buffs alike, you’ll be glad to know this larger-than-life … Read more
Earlier this morning, guests were thrilled by the sudden surge of dining reservation availability on My Disney Experience. However, the site quickly went down due to technical issues. The good news is, it’s back up, and reservations are once again available, albeit not as plentiful as earlier this morning. While the expanded availability was initially … Read more
Disney Springs always comes alive for the holiday season at Walt Disney World, and this year, it’s boasting a number of new, modified offerings, including Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar and the only snowfall on property. Now, Disney has announced details on two more offerings at the shopping and dining district, including Santa’s Winter Watercade, live … Read more
Earlier this morning, guests were thrilled by the sudden surge of dining reservation availability on My Disney Experience. However, the site quickly went down due to technical issues. While the expanded availability was initially attributed to increased capacity, Walt Disney World has released a statement clarifying that they have NOT increased capacity at their table … Read more
UPDATE: As of 9:20 AM today, dining reservations are temporarily unavailable. Expanded reservation availability was caused by a technical issue. Walt Disney World has released a statement clarifying that they have NOT increased capacity at their table service restaurants. For more details, click here. Those of you looking to make dining reservations for an upcoming … Read more
The “Magic of Possibility” is gaining new momentum this morning at the ever-changing EPCOT, with a new permit filed for “Project G”, also known as Project Gamma—the name Imagineering uses when they refer to the project involving the complete reimagining of the entrance of EPCOT, as well as the center spine of Future World… or … Read more
Disney has rolled out a newly-revamped boarding group procedure for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in light of guest feedback. Guests now have the option of booking as early as 7:00 AM on the day of their Disney Park Pass reservation from the comfort of their hotel room or any … Read more
As Disneyland Resort and other neighboring theme parks in California remained shuttered, government officials continue contacting Governor Newsom in hopes of modified reopening guidelines that would allow for a Tier 3 reopening as opposed to a Tier 4, which may render the parks closed for a far longer stretch of time. The Big City Mayor’s … Read more
If you’ve been collecting the series of EPCOT attraction poster serigraphs that launched at last year’s D23 Expo, get ready to take another “Fantastic Adventure” through World Showcase with these United Kingdom Pavilion, Mexico Pavilion, and “Gran Fiesta Tour” posters. Since these usually come out in sets of four, if you’re wondering what happened to the fourth … Read more
Don’t miss the chance to gain access to the Universal Orlando Resort Merchandise Garage Sale, taking place on November 13 from 9am-7pm for Passholders only. The garage sale will take place on the 1st Floor of the Team Park Garage off Turkey Lake Road and you’ll need your Annual or Seasonal Pass, confirmation email and … Read more
The Michelangelo audio-animatronic on Spaceship Earth in EPCOT has not been functioning since before the park closure. After many months, “Immobilangelo”—as we so lovingly referred to him—is once again painting from his laid back position in the Sistine Chapel. As we move into The Renaissance (thanks to Arab and Jewish scholars), Michelangelo Buonarroti is seen … Read more
With all of the iconic crossbeams finally removed from the roof of the Great Ceremonial House, it seems work has begun in earnest on the extensive refurbishment of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Just today, the Monorail station closed ahead of additional work to be done on the resort’s facade. The queue was still set up … Read more
Since early on in its reopening, Walt Disney World has stocked Disney face masks themed to a slew of characters and seasonal holidays. Also available at Disneyland and the Disney Store, these face masks are a popular choice for fans preparing for a visit to the parks (where masks are mandatory) or just looking to … Read more
This year, we barely saw any Halloween decorations at the Magic Kingdom due to the unprecedented times, but as we move into the holidays, it seems Disney keeps haulin’ out the holly to deck out the park in full. While yesterday brought the installation of the Christmas Tree and plenty of wreaths and garland, today, … Read more
Fresh off the hooves of the news that an endangered white male rhino calf was born earlier this week at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Disney has shared a sneak peek of the newborn. The video below features endearing moments as mother Kendi bonds with her playful, yet-to-be-named baby. He is curious, loves his afternoon naps and has … Read more
Are you still working your way through that Halloween candy? Have you put your costume in the wash? Because at the Magic Kingdom, Christmas has arrived on Main Street! Typically, we don’t see this change until at least November 2, but with minimalist Halloween now over, they seemed to have gone into full garland mode … Read more
