REVIEW: New Oga’s Cantina Secret Menu Charcuterie Board at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Here at Batuu East, we simply know how to Cantina better. If the sheer tonnage of people that descended upon Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge this morning in the brink of a Category 4 hurricane aren’t proof of that, then I don’t know what is. Meanwhile in Disneyland, Oga’s Cantina is a raucous, but heartless bar … Read more

PHOTOS: New Passholder Exclusive Chef Minnie Gift Card with $10 Digital Bonus Now at Epcot International Food & Wine Festival 2019

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Welcome to the 2019 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival! If you’re an Annual Passholder and are looking to spend big bucks on snacks (or are planning multiple trips to the Festival), you might as well look into this exclusive new Chef Minnie Gift Card, which includes a $10 digital bonus to use at select table-service restaurants … Read more

PHOTOS: New Souvenir Chef Remy Disney Gift Card Now Available at Epcot International Food & Wine Festival 2019

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Remy is a rat and he loves food. He also loves tasting all of the tasty snacks and desserts available at Marketplace Booths throughout this year’s Epcot International Food & Wine Festival! Check out this year’s special gift card, which comes with a little bungee wrist strap for convenience. Find out what to spend it … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disney Parks Star Wars Popcorn Bucket Arrives at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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BRIGHT SUNS FROM BATUU. No, actually, the sun is barely even out yet. That’s because travelers were let in unprecedentedly early this morning, before even 5:00 AM. And well, when you’re battling crowds that early, you might as well do some shopping and grab a popcorn bucket while you’re at it. I got really excited … Read more

PHOTOS: Every Piece of Merchandise (with Prices) from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Grand Opening at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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BRIGHT SUNS FROM BATUU. No, actually, the sun isn’t even out yet. That’s because travelers were let in unprecedentedly early this morning, before even 5:00 AM. And well, when you’re battling crowds that early, you might as well do some shopping. We’re here at Once Upon A Time, which is the spot for Grand Opening … Read more

REVIEW: New Tuggs’ Morning Oats (and Return of the Spork) from Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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BRIGHT SUNS FROM BATUU. No, actually, the sun isn’t even out yet. That’s because travelers were let in unprecedentedly early this morning, before even 5:00 AM. And well, when you’re battling crowds that early, you tend to work up an appetite. New in at Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo are Tuggs’ Morning Oats! During … Read more

PHOTOS, REVIEW: New Oasis Canteen Beverage Kiosk Now Open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Few bars have gone through what Oasis Canteen has gone through, before even opening. Yep, we all remember that “water” pipe rupture. Anyway… In an effort to expand offerings at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, additional food options have been added throughout the park, but let’s forget about those for now. It’s all about the Oasis Canteen. … Read more

State of Emergency Declared for Florida After Latest Hurricane Dorian Trajectory Update

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Recent updates from the National Hurricane Center indicate that the now-Hurricane Dorian is barrelling its way towards Florida, affecting all of the eastern coastline and many inland areas, and Governor Ron DeSantis has just issued Executive Order 19-189, declaring a state of emergency for counties in the path of Hurricane Dorian. The Governor is urging all … Read more

PHOTOS: Epcot International Food & Wine Festival 2019 Marketplace Booth Menus Arrive at World Showcase

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We hope you’re hungry. The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival 2019 starts tomorrow, and in anticipation, Epcot has released some of the Marketplace booth menu boards. You can find food photos, locations, and full menus of every marketplace booth here, but we know lots of you like to actually see the menus and their … Read more

PHOTOS: New International Gateway Entrance Structure Construction Goes Vertical at Epcot

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Construction has been underway at Epcot’s International Gateway for some time now, as part of a larger project across property to improve all the park entrances. Along with the Epcot Disney Skyliner station right next door, this area feels like it’s been behind walls forever. Luckily, it looks like they’re making good progress since our … Read more

Latest Updates on Hurricane Dorian Ahead of Labor Day Weekend at Walt Disney World

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Better pack a few extra umbrellas for your upcoming trip to Batuu. Oh, and some ponchos. Actually, start practicing your Force barriers now so you can shield yourselves from the thunderstorms. There’s little that can keep a Disney or Star Wars fan away from the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge this weekend, but with … Read more

New Animation Celebration Featuring “Frozen” Interactive Musical Show and Meet & Greet Debuting at Walt Disney Studios Park on November 17th

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Just in from Disneyland Paris Resort, the “Animation Celebration”, featuring beloved Frozen characters, opens November 17th at Walt Disney Studios Park! The Animation Celebration is an interactive musical show performed continuously throughout the day. Guests will stand in the first theater, which displays Kristoff’s barn, before going the second theater, which shows a scene right … Read more

PHOTOS: Additional Details Released for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Experience, Including New “Engineering Room” Kids Play Area and The Silver C Lounge

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Between the tour and floor plans, guest transportation system, and expected pricing, there’s little we left uncovered before the official D23 Expo announcements that came out this past weekend, but the loth cat’s out of the bag now. Disney’s begun releasing official concept art (as opposed to the blurry shots of the D23 panel presentation), … Read more

Disney Parks Live to Livestream Grand Opening Ceremony of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Today

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The day is almost here! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will open its doors to guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort on August 29, 2019. The park will hold an official dedication ceremony in the new land this morning at 9:55 AM (ET). Stay tuned to the video above for the livestream, … Read more

REVIEW: New Billy’s Worms & Dirt Dessert at Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2019 in the Magic Kingdom

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Boo to you! And welcome to this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. We’re delving into a night of ghoulish treats, spooky merchandise, and chilling spells. Trick, or treat? Let’s move on to the delectable snacks available across the Magic Kingdom throughout the night. We’re at Pecos Bill’s Tall Tale Inn for this treat straight out of … Read more

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Thermal Detonator Coca-Cola Bottles Banned by TSA; No Longer Permitted on Checked or Carry-On Luggage

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Just earlier today, we remarked on the popularity and successful marketing of the ever-popular Coca-Cola products sold at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in both Disneyland and soon, Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The bottles are designed to look like the thermal detonator grenades used by bounty hunters and stormtroopers across the Star Wars universe, and are great … Read more