Katie Francis 
As Disneyland’s April 30th reopening grows closer, more Cast Members are being recalled to work. Workers United Local 50, a Cast Member union, posted on Facebook today about the newest recalls. Earlier this year, Disneyland recalled 232 food service workers when the parks were allowed to open dining venues. Now, they look to strengthen the … Read more
Thanks to a Walt Disney World Cast Member, we can show you yet another sneak peek into the new Moana rooms at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Matt Kowaleski shared the photos on his Facebook page after attending an “Open Mouse” where Disney let Cast Members preview the room. Last month, Disney gave a sneak peek … Read more
Disney has provided a better look at the attraction poster for Snow White’s Enchanted Wish at Disneyland. We of course found the poster outside the park a few weeks back. The official attraction poster was formally released. It can be seen near the entrance to Disneyland Park. A Disney Parks TikTok took a look inside … Read more
We recently reported that park reservations for Disney’s Hollywood Studios were booked through July 1st for resort guests and regular ticket holders. Now, Disney has updated their reservation availability calendar and added openings for select dates April now has availability on Saturday the 17th for all guests. Disney’s Hollywood Studios is also now available for … Read more
Walt Disney World is seemingly aiming for a return to normal after a series of moves that relax procedures developed for the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. As Orange County Mayor Jerry Demmings works on a plan to relax mask mandates, Disney has moved in parallel. Earlier this month, guests were allowed to start removing masks while … Read more
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, infamous for its frequent downtime, went down today around 1pm. The headliner of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge has struggled with long waits due to operational issues since it opened in 2019. As of 3:53pm, it is still not operating for guests. We spoke with a supervisor at Rise of … Read more
If your wardrobe needs some spring updates, look no further than the Majestic Theater at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Big Thunder Mountain “GOAT” Shirt – $36.99 Cast your vote for the GOAT mountain at the Magic Kingdom with this Big Thunder Mountain Railroad tee. This shirt is part of the Disney Parks line by Her Universe. … Read more
Just yesterday, we reported the concept art and schematics for a scene in the new Cars Road Trip attraction coming to Walt Disney Studios Parc. The company behind the manufacturing of the “World’s Biggest Lug Nut,” Petras, posted a photo to their Facebook page in February. The photo shows the Petras crew installing the lug … Read more
As part of the ongoing makeover of Cinderella Castle for the 50th anniversary celebrations later this year, the castle stage is undergoing a refurbishment. Earlier this month, after completion of the heating elements, crews began installing wood panel flooring. The floor panels have all been installed and resurfacing has begun. The panels are sealed together … Read more
Cinderella Castle is even more glamorous today with the addition of four new decorations. The castle’s new look celebrates the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort, the Magic Kingdom, and Cinderella Castle itself. The repainting is done, the bunting is set, and it’s time to shine with new jewels added to the castle. The … Read more
It’s almost time for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration,” and things are starting to get “EARidescent” over at Storybook Circus. Other areas of Fantasyland have been receiving the royal treatment. It’s Dumbo the Flying Elephant’s time to step into the ring, and the right side of the classic attraction has been repainted. The Big Top … Read more
Walt Disney World’s theme park reservations calendar has some disappointing news for many guests. All reservations for Disney’s Hollywood Studios, home to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, are no longer available through July 1st for those guests who have single or multiday tickets, or even guests at select Walt Disney World resorts. At this time, Annual … Read more
Make way, make way! Moana of Motunui is returning to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Hawai’i. As announced today on the Disney Parks Blog, Moana will meet and greet guests at the gorgeous O’ahu getaway. Earlier this month, Aulani announced the return of character dining as well. The tropical paradise has tons of … Read more
Just like Hello Kitty always says, “You can never have too many face coverings!” (She actually says friends, but I think she’d agree with me here). Three new face covering styles have arrived today at Universal Orlando Resort starring Hello Kitty and Betty Boop. Most of the masks at Universal are $8 each or 3 … Read more
A precious dumpling mug based on the Disney PIXAR short Bao has rolled into World of Disney at Downtown Disney District. It’s almost cute enough to eat! Bao tells the story of a mother’s love for her son as she raises a bao bun come-to-life. It’s a poignant allegory based on a play on words, … Read more
The Disney Parks Blog has revealed new changes to the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland Resort in anticipation of the park’s reopening on April 30th. The Parks Blog said, “Upon your return to the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland park, you may discover the ghosts have been busy updating a few elements in and around the estate…” “April to December” returns … Read more