PHOTOS: New Track and Towering Triangular Supports Installed for Jurassic Park "Velocicoaster" at Universal's Islands of Adventure

It doesn’t take a highly-evolved, cleverly engineered raptor to realize the massive development going on at the very heart of Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Despite no announcement from Universal Orlando Resort, guests and coaster enthusiasts alike are flocking to some of the park’s best hidden vantage points to catch a closer look at the rumored … Read more

MagicBand Orders and Build-A-Band Upgrades Resume Ahead of Walt Disney World Resort Reopening

Just earlier today, we mentioned that MagicBand orders had been temporarily discontinued due to the theme park closure, but with the reopening of Walt Disney World resorts and theme parks imminent, MagicBands have returned to My Disney Experience! With new social distancing guidelines and efforts to go “contactless”, MagicBands will be highly encouraged (that is, … Read more

My Disney Experience Prompts "Strongly Recommend" That Guests Use Online Check-In to Aid in Social Distancing Efforts at Walt Disney World Resorts

Back in April, we spotted beta testing of new prompts throughout My Disney Experience informing guests that online check-in was now required. While that was just a test, with Disney Vacation Club resorts reopening on June 22, it seems a new, modified prompt has been added to the app, stating that Online Check-In is “strongly … Read more

Mandatory Two-Week Quarantine Extended Indefinitely for Visitors Traveling to Florida from New York Tri-State Area

The Florida Department of Health has now extended the mandate stating that guests traveling to Florida from the Tri-State area are required to self-isolate for 14 days. Previously, the order had been extended through July 7th, but according to officials, no official end date has been established for these restrictions. In a recent update, Governor … Read more

RUMOR: Disneyland Paris Reportedly Reopening on July 15; Soft Openings Taking Place Week Prior for Annual Passholders

Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Paris

With Shanghai Disneyland officially reopened, and reopening dates officially announced for Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort, that just leaves a handful of other parks and resorts awaiting an official reopening announcement. Thankfully, there are rumblings of an imminent reopening for Disneyland Paris that’s in line with the reopening dates already announced for the U.S. … Read more

Guests with Walt Disney World Reservations Through July 11 Asked to Confirm, Modify, or Cancel by June 25

Walt Disney World recently released a full series of new policies regarding resort housekeeping procedures, transportation, and activities for the upcoming reopening of the resorts, starting with Disney Vacation Club properties and Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground on June 22. With all of these changes, Disney is now asking guests with reservations through July … Read more

Walt Disney World Thanks Annual Passholders For Their Patience During Unprecedented Times

Faced with the monumental process of implementing an all-new theme park reservation system and accommodating guests under new health and safety guidelines, Walt Disney World has sent out a new Annual Passholder communication thanking guests for their patience during these unprecedented times. While reopening dates have been announced, guests and seasoned Passholders alike will have … Read more

Disneyland Paris Holding Character Auditions For Halloween and Christmas Season

With indications of an imminent July reopening for Disneyland Paris, it seems the park is gearing up for the upcoming holiday season, holding Character Auditions for Halloween and Christmas. The following listings have been posted on the Disneyland Paris Careers site: The park’s Entertainment Casting department is looking for “enthusiastic and highly energetic people to … Read more

New "Adventure Thru the Walt Disney Archives" Documentary Premiering Exclusively for D23 Gold Members; Registration Opens on June 15

The Walt Disney Archives are celebrating a big anniversary this month, with June 22 marking the 50th anniversary of the Archives’ founding! In celebration, D23 is hosting a very special debut—the premiere of the new documentary Adventure Thru the Walt Disney Archives, which celebrates the lasting legacy of the Archives and provides an inside look at … Read more

PHOTOS: New Hello Kitty Face Masks Debut at Universal Orlando Resort

At this rate, we’ll have a Universal Studios mask for every day of the week! Hot on the heels of the release of new Universal Studios Florida 30th Anniversary face masks, Hello Kitty has debuted a face covering of her own, and it’s the perfect way to stay cute and protected. With the reopening of … Read more