Katie Francis 
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 Monday, September 13, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more
We’ve seen FastPass+ signage disappear and new Lightning Lane signage installed around the Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Now, Lightning Lane signage has begun to be installed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Dinosaur has had its FastPass+ sign replaced with a Lightning Lane sign. Like we’ve seen on other Lightning Lane signs, the text … Read more
A new line of Mary Blair-inspired “Alice in Wonderland” merchandise celebrating the classic animated film’s 70th anniversary has been released, and we found a new crossbody bag added to the collection at Elias & Co. in Disney California Adventure. “Alice in Wonderland” Crossbody Bag – $49.99 The pink tufted wallet is spotted with gold butterflies. … Read more
If you’re looking for something savory-sweet (or just plain sweet), the Revenge of the Tooth Fairy-themed food booth for Halloween Horror Nights 30 is located in front of the Universal Music Plaza. Revenge of the Tooth Fairy-themed Booth Menu
Walt Disney World has notified the surrounding community that late night fireworks will occur at the Magic Kingdom this week, as well as filming from a helicopter. The fireworks will be launched between 11:00 p.m. and 1:30 a.m. on Monday, September 13, and Saturday, September 18. The helicopter will be present Monday, September 13 through … Read more
Steakhouse 71, the replacement for The Wave… of American Flavors is set to open on October 1 at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Today, Disney released concept art for the restaurant’s interior and revealed the menus. Reservations for the restaurant will open on September 16 through the Walt Disney World website. Steakhouse 71 is named so in … Read more
Lightning Lane is coming, and preparations are underway! Unlike Walt Disney World, no new signage has appeared at Disneyland Resort; however, FastPass kiosks are being removed from around the parks. We found two more sets of kiosks missing today, this time at Disney California Adventure. Over in Pixar Pier, the FastPass kiosks for the Incredicoaster … Read more
Finding Nemo: The Musical is reportedly permanently closed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Its last performance was in March 2020, just before Walt Disney World temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but sources indicate there are no plans for the show to return. Performers have also been notified of the show’s closing. The musical version … Read more
Even more 2021 Halloween merchandise has made its way into The Emporium at the Magic Kingdom with a new countdown calendar and drink mixes. Countdown Calendar – $49.99 Count down the days ’til Halloween with Mickey and Minnie! Apple Cider Drink Mixes – $14.99 The set comes with three flavors of apple cider drink mix: … Read more
Oogie Boogie Bash has returned to Disney California Adventure, and you can spot many friends in their Halloween best. Let’s take a look at some of the character sightings available during the bash, and don’t forget to check out the three new villains who debuted this year! Mickey & Minnie – Paradise Park Disney Duos … Read more
Buffet dining is slowly making its way back around Walt Disney World. Last month saw the return of the buffet to Biergarten at EPCOT, and today, buffet dining returned to Crystal Palace at Magic Kingdom. The lunch buffet is priced at $39 per adult and $23 per child ages 3-9, plus tax and gratuity. Restaurant … Read more
Adventure is out there! Fans of Pixar’s “Up” will love these two new Dug and Kevin plush puppets, which we found in Knick’s Knacks at Disney California Adventure. “Dug” Plush Puppet – $29.99 “Kevin” Plush Puppet – $29.99 The Dug and Kevin plush puppets are also available at Walt Disney World.
Disneyland Paris has released a new music album for its newest hotel, entitled “Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel Remixed.” The music was all curated custom for the hotel, and now it is available to listen to digitally. Naveed Dezfoli, the Associate Music Producer behind the album, discussed compiling the right soundtrack for … Read more
Halloween Horror Nights 30 has finally begun, and we’re here to (hopefully) get spooked. Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives was one of the daytime haunted house offerings last year after the regular event was canceled, but we expect the experience will be different this year with more actors and less plexiglass. “‘We belong … Read more
More restaurants are reopening across Walt Disney World, and the latest is the Diamond Horseshoe at the Magic Kingdom. The Diamond Horseshoe serves meals family-style. The Diamond Horseshoe takes reservations, but guests can inquire with the host about walk-in dining.
We recently spotted 50th anniversary medallions added to the Walt Disney World entrance on World Center Drive, and now medallions have appeared at the Hotel Plaza Boulevard entrance as well. Hotel Plaza Boulevard does not have an entrance arch, but the medallions are mounted on the columns beside Mickey and Minnie on either side of … Read more
