Katie Francis 
“it’s a small world” Holiday is currently operating at Disneyland, but in January, it will close for a brief time to return to its regular form. Disney had previously announced that the ride will close beginning January 9 to have the holiday overlay removed, and now we know the standard “it’s a small world” will … Read more
The DuckTales World Showcase Adventure game that replaces Agent P’s World Showcase Adventure is officially launching on December 16 at EPCOT. The game was recently added to the Play Disney Parks app. To play Disney DuckTales World Showcase Adventure, guests will be required to create an account for the Play Disney Parks app. Download the … Read more
TRON Lightcycle / Run is finally nearing completion, and the coaster trains have been testing regularly in preparation. We’ve recently learned that the accessible Light Runner car vehicles at the end of the trains may also be used to accommodate guests whose mobility or size are not compatible with the Lightcycles. At Shanghai Disneyland, where … Read more
The new Pixar Day at Sea voyages debut on the Disney Cruise Line next year and new themed treats have been announced. The Pixar Day at Sea cruises will take place on the Disney Fantasy. Hey Howdy Breakfast with Woody and Friends Themed to Woody’s Roundup in “Toy Story 2,” the “Hey Howdy Breakfast with … Read more
The new 50th anniversary rainbow Mickey Balloon popcorn bucket is now available at Magic Kingdom. The bucket is available via mobile order for December 12 & 13. It has its own listing as a venue for mobile order. Pickup is at Tomorrowland Terrace. The bucket wasn’t supposed to be available at popcorn carts until December … Read more
The 100th anniversary of the Walt Disney Company is in January 2023, but the Disney 100 Years of Wonder merchandise collection arrived this morning at Walt Disney World. We first found it in the Emporium at the Magic Kingdom. 100 Years of Wonder Loungefly Backpack – $75 The Loungefly backpack is nearly entirely silver, to … Read more
Disneyland After Dark, a separately ticketed event, will return for 2023 with a new Princess Nite themed event. Disneyland After Dark: Sweethearts’ Nite is returning in January and February. In March, the new Disneyland After Dark: Princess Nite will debut. Disney promises “magical entertainment, encounters with beloved Disney characters, one-of-a-kind photo opportunities, scrumptious foods and drinks, collectible merchandise, … Read more
Universal’s Great Movie Escape, a new experience at Universal CityWalk Orlando, is now officially open. With the grand opening comes a new line of merchandise. There are two escape adventure options — Back to the Future: OUTATIME and Jurassic World: Escape. Both are featured on all the merchandise. Universal’s Great Movie Escape T-shirt – $35 … Read more
Walt Disney Imagineering has shared a photo on Instagram of the 16 foot Te Fiti figure in place at Journey of Water Inspired by Moana. The walkthrough attraction is set to open late next year. Scaffolding was recently removed from the entrance, revealing a better look at the monolith featuring the Heart of Te Fiti … Read more
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Thursday, December 8, 2022. Walt Disney World EPCOT … Read more
The DuckTales World Showcase game that was previously announced to replace the “Phineas and Ferb” Agent P’s World Showcase Adventure is officially coming soon. The game has been added to the Play Disney Parks app in the latest update. The image shows Webby, Huey, Dewey, Louie, and Scrooge McDuck running across a globe between World … Read more
Destination 23 is returning to Orlando, Florida next fall. The official dates have been announced, and the event will take place from September 8-10, 2023. This year’s Destination D23 will celebrate 100 years of the Walt Disney Company. ” Fans will be among the first to hear exciting announcements and see sneak peeks from the many … Read more
In addition to Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast, a whole Minion Land is coming to Universal Studios Florida. The land will take over Production Central, transforming it into Illumination Avenue with a new Minion Cafe (replacing the former Universal Studios’ Classic Monsters Cafe) and “other surprises inspired by popular characters from Illumination’s blockbuster franchises.” The full … Read more
As previously reported, Walt Disney World has introduced park-specific pricing for one-day, one-park tickets. That new pricing structure is now in effect. The prices for one-day, one-park tickets are now variable depending on the date of your visit and which theme park you select. One-day, one-park tickets now also automatically include a park pass reservation, … Read more
As we previously reported, a Minions Villain-Con attraction is coming to Universal Studios Florida. Universal has officially announced Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast opening in summer 2023. Villain-Con is a fictional Orlando-based convention featured in the first “Minions” film. The Villain-Con attraction will join the pre-existing Despicable Me Minion Mayhem and upcoming Minions Café to become … Read more
As we reported earlier this year, the Betty Boop Store in Toon Lagoon at Universal’s Islands of Adventure will become a new Universal Orlando Annual Passholder lounge. The current lounge at Universal Studios Florida will close on December 31. Currently, Passholders can purchase exclusive merchandise and pick up their complimentary UOAP magnets from Toon Extra in Toon Lagoon, but … Read more
