Katie Francis 
We stumbled upon a fun surprise when we entered Disney’s Hollywood Studios today. Donald and Daisy Duck were waving to guests from the balcony over the restrooms between The Darkroom and Oscar’s Super Service. We spotted this cute couple together, though maintaining physical distance. Donald was very excited to meet guests. The two Ducks interacted … Read more
As Dr. Ian Malcolm would say, “Merchandise finds a way.” It seems like new Jurassic World gear is being cooked up in a lab daily over at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Let’s take a look at the newly hatched items we found in Jurassic Park. Tropical Jurassic World Multi-Purpose Headband – $14 This multi-purpose headband … Read more
Disney Cruise Line revealed more details today of its newest ship, the Disney Wish. The Wish doesn’t take her maiden voyage until next year, but booking opens soon for interested guests. After an in-depth look at another Disney Cruise Line first, the AquaMouse attraction, Disney gave details today about the unique penthouse suite. Meet the … Read more
Hydrangea is the latest solid-colored MagicBand to join the lineup this year, following Raspberry and Peach. With all the different shades available now, you might be able to coordinate a MagicBand to your outfit each day. The hydrangea band matches a Spirit Jersey, and Minnie Ear Headband released earlier this year. Hydrangea MagicBand – $14.99 … Read more
Another development in the ongoing cultural sensitivity changes at Jungle Cruise occurred this morning. Two t-shirts featuring a Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto logo, a popular tiki bar at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, were pulled from the shelves at BouTiki this morning. A men’s t-shirt, pictured on the left, featured the logo on the back. A … Read more
Alongside the news that capacity at Walt Disney World has already been increased from 35% and will be increased again “immediately,” CEO Bob Chapek brought up the return of Cast Members to the parks. In an interview with CNBC, Chapek said, “80% of the Cast Members, that we called back who unfortunately we had to … Read more
Earlier today, in the Q2 earnings call for The Walt Disney Company, CEO Bob Chapek hinted at an impending reduction or elimination of the current face mask requirements. Today’s announcement by the CDC that fully vaccinated people can be maskless outdoors and in non-crowded indoor locations was “very big news for us,” Chapek said. This … Read more
During today’s 2nd quarter earnings call, Bob Chapek, CEO of The Walt Disney Company, was optimistic about the future of the theme parks. He said research had been conducted on the “intent to visit” Walt Disney World Resort, and results have been encouraging. The levels of those with intent to visit the Florida parks are … Read more
In a touching Instagram post, Walt Disney World President Jeff Vahle celebrated EPCOT Security Cast Member Joe Diaz. Diaz has been awarded the Disney Heroes Award, an honor only given to Cast Members who have saved a life or prevented serious injury. In December 2020, Diaz was on his way home from work when he … Read more
During today’s quarter 2 earnings call for The Walt Disney Company, CEO Bob Chapek addressed the new guidance from the CDC and Florida’s Governor Ron DeSantis concerning the use of face masks by fully vaccinated guests. …today’s guidance that we got from the CDC in terms of those that were vaccinated do not necessarily need … Read more
As we creep closer to October 1st, the 50th anniversary of the Magic Kingdom, refurbishment projects are ongoing across the park. Repainting continues around Storybook Circus at both Dumbo the Flying Elephant and Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station. Let’s take a look at the newest progress. The shield crest atop the center of the … Read more
Splitsville Luxury Lanes at Disney Springs is looking to grow its team. Interested parties are invited to attend a job fair at Splitsville on Thursday, May 13th, from 11am – 2pm. They will be providing applicants with donuts and coffee from Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew during the job fair. Splitsville is advertising competitive wages, … Read more
It’s a beautiful day at Universal Studios Hollywood! It’s lunchtime, and we know just the spot to attack at lunchtime, so we dropped by Jurassic Café to try something new. The restaurant officially opened in March during the “Taste of Universal” event alongside the new Minion Café. The blue and white of the Jurassic Café … Read more
Put on your 3D glasses and let the games begin! We took a spin on Toy Story Midway Mania! today at Disney California Adventure. Since the reopening of Disneyland Resort, we’ve been checking out the COVID-19 safety measures around the park. Let’s take a look at what this Pixar Pier attraction had in place. Mr. … Read more
We’re going under the sea today at Disney California Adventure! Swim along with us to The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure to check out the physical distancing measures in place at the attraction. The façade was recently refurbished. The new, darker blue provides a nice contrast to the cream and teal. There are hand … Read more
A list of release dates for Marvel Cinematic Universe Phase 4 movies aired by Chinese news station CCTV6 has sparked speculation. Of the ten upcoming Marvel films, two were conspicuously absent from the lineup: Eternals and Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, both of which are set to release this year. Shang-Chi and … Read more
