Justin Giglio 
Today the lobby of Disney’s Pixar Place Hotel reopened following a reimagining of the former Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel. We stopped by to see what the new lobby looks like. Disney’s Pixar Place Hotel Lobby On our walk in from the parking lot we noticed that only one section of the original paint scheme remains … Read more
According to Deadline, industry estimates indicate that “The Little Mermaid” is trending toward a strong opening weekend at the box office. It is being propelled by an $80M promotional campaign, the largest for a Disney live-action film ever. “The Little Mermaid” Opening Weekend Early Sunday reports show that “The Little Mermaid” had a $30M Saturday, … Read more
Pixar’s new film “Elemental” debuts in theatres on June 16, 2023. We found new merchandise from the film in EPCOT at Creations Shop. “Elemental” Ear Headband — $34.99 This ear headband features the film’s main characters: Ember Lumen and Wade Ripple. Ember’s ear is surrounded in flames while Wade’s ear features a rush of water. … Read more
We stopped by Tomorrowland Launch Depot today and noticed a new machine selling TRON pressed pennies. TRON Pressed Pennies — $1 each, or $5 for All 8 Designs You can find this new pressed pennies machine near the exit doors at Tomorrowland Launch Depot. All pressed pennies at Walt Disney World are $1. Or you … Read more
We recently sailed on the Disney Wish with Disney Cruise Line, and our stateroom accommodation for this trip was a Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Veranadah. We took plenty of photos and video of the room, take a look with us. Disney Wish Room Tour: Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah We had room 9154, which is … Read more
The final elements of a multi-year expansion and renovation of EPCOT continue to make progress, as both CommuniCore Hall in World Celebration and Journey of Water Inspired by Moana in World Nature take shape. Construction in the EPCOT parking lot is also moving along. Let’s take a look. CommuniCore Hall and World Celebration Updates Previously, yellow sheathing … Read more
Today the Refreshment Station reopened in World Discovery at EPCOT. We stopped by to see for ourselves what the new Fanta Banana slushie tastes like. Refreshment Station They newly refurbished Refreshment Station near Test Track is sporting the red and silver palette we’ve seen throughout the World Discovery neighborhood. Under the shade of the Refreshment Station … Read more
Construction crews have been working on guest room balconies of Disney’s BoardWalk Inn as part of an ongoing refurbishment of the resort. We also noticed crews working on the exterior of the BoardWalk Deli and the new Cake Bake Shop. Take a look with us. Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Balcony Refurbishment A cherry picker is parked on the … Read more
The walkway connecting Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has now reopened. Magic Kingdom & Grand Floridian Resort Walkway Disney originally stated that this path would reopen in “late spring” 2023,” which would mean a reopening before the end of June. The walkway reopened just in time to meet that deadline. The … Read more
A new digital sign has been installed along Buena Vista Drive near Disney’s Riviera Resort. The colorful traffic signs around Walt Disney World are gradually being replaced by digital signage. New Digital Sign Near Disney’s Riviera Resort We were driving westbound on Buena Vista Drive when we noticed this sign had been installed. It stands … Read more
The Merchant Row district of Black Spire Outpost at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge has a new Black Spire Outpost ball cap available for travelers passing through the planet of Batuu. Take a look at the price and details below. Black Spire Outpost Ball Cap — $29.99 The left front panel of this ball cap features … Read more
After stopping by in the morning for breakfast, we came back to Akershus Royal Banquet Hall to try out the lunch service with Princess Storybook Dining. Akershus Royal Banquet Hall Akershus is named after a real medieval castle in Oslo, Norway. After checking in with a Cast Member at the first umbrella near the restaurant’s … Read more
Breakfast, including Storybook Dining with Disney Princesses, has returned to Akershus Royal Banquet Hall at EPCOT. Akershus Royal Banquet Hall Akershus Royal Banquet Hall can be found in the Norway Pavilion of World Showcase at EPCOT. As you enter the pavilion, the restaurant will be to your right. Akershus is named after a real medieval … Read more
Walking through World Discovery in EPCOT today we noticed a newly remodeled Disney Vacation Club kiosk that has reopened for guest use. Take a look. Disney Vacation Club Kiosk This kiosk is located to your right as you pass through the breezeway toward World Discovery after leaving World Celebration. As the Florida heat is starting … Read more
Today we stopped by Great Movie Finds, the merchandise location near the exit of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, and found several new toys and pieces of kids’ clothing. Let’s take a look. Kids Mickey Mouse Longsleeve T-Shirt — $31.99 This red long-sleeved t-shirt features Mickey Mouse. On the front, Mickey seems alarmed as he … Read more
The merchandise kiosks lining the walkway between World Celebration and World Showcase at EPCOT have been refurbished and look like they are being prepped to reopen. EPCOT Merchandise Kiosks This bridge connects World Celebration (formerly part of Future World) to the World Showcase at EPCOT. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, the walkway had merchandise kiosks on … Read more
