Katie Francis 
Last month, we broke the news about the beginning of facial recognition testing at the Magic Kingdom. While the Walt Disney World website initially declared it a 30-day testing period, the wording has been updated to simply “a limited test” with “length of test subject to change.” The test was originally scheduled to conclude Friday, … Read more
Disneyland Resort’s April 30th reopening is in sight, and guests are eager to plan their visits. While Disney has not given any official word on the opening times for parking — something that caused a bit of confusion and aggravation during Walt Disney World’s reopening — sources suggest it may open as early as 6:00am … Read more
The reimagining of EPCOT keeps moving forward. Construction crews were active today at the site of a future new restaurant offering that is replacing the former Electric Umbrella. A crane was present as work was taking place on a new addition to the structure. What looks like it will be a support beam protrudes from … Read more
It’s a beautiful sunny day in Orlando, and we took a stroll at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort to bring you another construction update! Progress is moving smoothly, with the resort set to reopen in late July of this year. A walk past the Moana rooms shows that some rooms are still covered and likely unfinished. … Read more
A new Disney Pixar short entitled “22 vs. Earth” will be premiering on Disney+ on April 30th. A spinoff from the latest Disney Pixar film Soul, the short follows soul 22 as they refuse to go to Earth. Disney provided a first look at the new short, which will see the return of Tina Fey … Read more
At today’s Greater Orlando Airport Aviation (GOAA) meeting, a floor map schematic revealed the new offerings coming to MCO’s Terminal C. A new Walt Disney World store, Universal Studios Store, and a Wine Bar George location were among the reveals for level two of the new Terminal C, which has yet to open. This screenshot … Read more
Fantasyland isn’t the only area of the Magic Kingdom under refurbishment! Projects in progress can be found all around the park as we approach the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort. With the ongoing changes to the Jungle Cruise to the repurposing of Agrabah Bazaar, Adventureland is no different. We found a new refreshment … Read more
If you love matching outfits or you want your shoes to “float like a Cadillac and sting like a Beemer,” you won’t want to miss out on the latest style in a collaboration between Crocs and Disney: Cars Lightning McQueen Crocs for adults. On April 27th at 12pm ET, you can start your engines and … Read more
The finale of Marvel’s latest Disney+ hit, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, premieres this Friday the 23rd, but you can now drop into The Emporium at the Magic Kingdom to show your support. A limited-edition MagicBand featuring the dynamic duo is now available. The Falcon and the Winter Soldier MagicBand – $34.99 Like the … Read more
Today, Disney has changed their COVID-19 safety protocol to allow guests once again to fill their own beverages at self-service stations around Walt Disney World Resort. We checked out the new process for filling beverages in action at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. There are social distancing stickers set up at the station and in the line. … Read more
Another COVID-19 safety procedure has been updated. Disney changed their website to reflect the new protocol, allowing guests to use self-service stations to fill their refillable mugs and beverages. Previously, guests had to be served by Cast Members since the parks reopened last summer. However, Blizzard Beach has been allowing guests to refill their own … Read more
American Idol‘s traditional “Disney Night” will be airing on Sunday, May 2nd, and this year, they’re filming at Walt Disney World. American Idol and Walt Disney World have a storied history. The 2017 season kicked off auditions at Disney Springs. Disney’s Hollywood Studios also used to host The American Idol Experience, where guests could compete … Read more
Disneyland Resort has yet to reopen, but select guests were treated to a magical experience at the “A Touch of Disney” event at Disney California Adventure. Imagineering was conducting a playtest of a potential new experience: a meet-and-greet with a “lifesize” tiny Tinker Bell. Jenn Tanaka posted her family’s experience on Instagram. Her family was … Read more
Hold onto your hats! Refurbishments have begun at The Barnstormer at Fantasyland as part of the ongoing preparations for the 50th anniversary of the Magic Kingdom. The park turns the big 5-0 on October 1st of this year, and all around the park, Imagineers have been hard at work to make sure everything is in … Read more
Out-of-state travelers craving California may soon be in luck. A series of policy changes indicate that California may soon allow out-of-state guests who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to visit Southern California’s many theme parks. As noted by Twitter user Leslie Harvey, California’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy was updated without fanfare on April 19th. … Read more
Recently, Disney Parks on both coasts have brought back staff in anticipation of increased crowds as we approach summer. Disney Springs, popular with both locals and tourists for dining, is also seeking to bolster their teams. Patina Restaurant Group, the company behind several restaurants at Disney Springs, is looking for new employees in various roles. … Read more
