Jessica Figueroa 
Universal Orlando Resort has once again quietly changed hours at Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure. With modified Halloween offerings now available at both parks through Nov. 1—including HHN-style haunted houses that proved to be quite popular over the testing period—Universal is maximizing hours at the parks on select weekends, with the parks closing … Read more
Celebrate “The Happiest Place on Earth” with NEW Minnie ears themed to the classic Disneyland marquee sign! Whether you aren’t a huge fan of bows, or you’re just looking for a different design, these new ears are unique, with a historic twist. The blue-sequined ears feature a light pink inner velvet lining on the headband, … Read more
Walt Disney World Annual Passholders now get 30% off on select purchases on shopDisney. All you have to do is use the Promotion Code AP30OFF at check-out, valid through October 11. For further details on how to redeem your 30% off discount online, see the instructions (and fine print) below: Here’s how to redeem 30% … Read more
On Wednesday, September 23, there will be fireworks testing on World Showcase Lagoon at EPCOT. Testing is expected to conclude prior to midnight that evening. During this test, fireworks will be launched inside the park. Guests currently staying at select on-site resorts are being advised that they might hear loud noises from their rooms during … Read more
In an abundance of caution, runDisney has cancelled the upcoming 2021 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend and 2021 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend. From runDisney: During this unusual time, race organizers around the world continue to pause on hosting in-person race events that draw large crowds. As we look at the 2021 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend and 2021 Disney … Read more
Today, Disney Parks and Resorts held a private press conference for media to discuss updates on operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. While things seem to be going swell for Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort theme parks remain without a reopening date, and now Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro is stepping up to put pressure on … Read more
It’s been quiet over at the site of Space 220 in EPCOT lately, with mainly landscaping installed near the side portion of the site. Today, however, we have an exciting new development with the installation of the Space 220 sign! The sign still lies obscured behind construction walls, with a white tarp over the main … Read more
With Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort not reopening until Summer 2021, work on the resort’s Great Ceremonial House is set to begin next week, on September 28. Now, Disney has released additional details on the refurbishment, including hours for each location and aesthetic changes coming to the resort. As part of the work completed, Disney’s Polynesian Village … Read more
There may not be a date set yet, but once Disneyland and Disney California Adventure reopen, they’ll be expanding mobile ordering at restaurants to promote contactless payments, plus reduce crowding and wait times during peak dining times. According to The Orange County Register, a number of new locations will be added to the Mobile Order … Read more
The magic is back at Hong Kong Disneyland! After a secondary closure due to COVID-19 spikes in the region, the park will be reopening on September 25, 2020. During the initial reopening stage, the park will be closed on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with the exception of public holidays and special days designated by the resort. … Read more
With rumors circulating of California Governor Gavin Newsom meeting with Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro at Disneyland Resort over the weekend, many were hoping for a reopening date to be announced soon. Tomorrow, Disney Parks has scheduled a press conference to provide an update on parks and resort operations around the world during the pandemic. … Read more
UPDATE: Disney has issued a statement that a reopening date for the Disneyland Resort theme parks will not be announced tomorrow. With rumors circulating of California Governor Gavin Newsom meeting with Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro at Disneyland Resort over the weekend, it seems a reopening announcement may finally be made during a press conference … Read more
Project Gamma continues as new entrance signs have been added to the main turnstiles at EPCOT. The entire area has been getting refreshed as part of the newly reimagined entrance for the park, soon to become World Celebration. For the reopening of the park, a new rainbow color scheme came to the park’s ticket booths. … Read more
With Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort not reopening until Summer 2021, work on the resort’s Great Ceremonial House is set to begin next week, on September 28. The refurbishment process will begin next Monday, with the front desk will be relocated to a temporary area at the Pago Pago building, and the front arrival entrance unavailable … Read more
Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure have just reached capacity as of 10:50 AM due to popular Halloween offerings that officially began today, including Halloween Horror Nights-style haunted houses, which reached capacity earlier this morning. The parking garages have closed to additional guests, but guests staying at Universal Orlando Resort hotels may still … Read more
Walt Disney World has been testing extending hours at the parks on select weekends, and now it seems EPCOT will be seeing an extra hour on two Saturdays in October. Currently, park hours are 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. On Saturday, October 3 and October 10, EPCOT will be open an extra hour, closing at … Read more
