Lauren Shahan 
A new MagicBand+ has arrived at Walt Disney World adding to the collection of Cinderella 75th anniversary merchandise. We discovered this new item at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom. Cinderella 75th Anniversary MagicBand+ – $54.99 This limited-release MagicBand+ celebrates the 75th anniversary of the classic Disney animated film “Cinderella.” One side of the band’s strap … Read more
A Super Bowl LIX Snickers Celebration is underway at Disney Springs ahead of this weekend’s big game. The pop-up event was announced on the Disney Springs Instagram account (@disneysprings). Super Bowl LIX Pop-Up at Disney Springs View this post on Instagram A post shared by Disney Springs (@disneysprings) According to the post, the celebration will … Read more
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Indiana Jones Adventure attraction at Disneyland, and the ride will close for refurbishment this spring, shortly after celebrating the milestone. Indiana Jones Adventure Indiana Jones Adventure originally opened on March 3, 1995. Guests will still be able to enjoy the ride on its actual anniversary date, as … Read more
Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew at Disney Springs has introduced new chicken tender meals to the menu, and we were there to try two of the dishes (and one extra item) for review. Everglazed Donuts’ New Chicken Tender Meals The new items include Chicken & Donut, Chicken Little Combo, Big Chicken Combo, and a Hot … Read more
New interactive wands have been revealed for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, one of the new lands in Epic Universe. The new wands were first shared on the Universal Orlando Resort Instagram page. New Interactive Wands Revealed for Epic Universe When Epic Universe opens on May 22, the new interactive … Read more
The Orange Bird Mickey-shaped soap dispenser is now available at Walt Disney World. We first discovered the item at World of Disney in Disney Springs. Orange Bird Soap Dispenser – $12.99 The soap dispenser bottle is yellow and features Orange Bird at the center surrounded by sketches of orange slices. The soap is orange scented. … Read more
A new Minnie Lug bag has arrived at EPCOT. We first discovered the bag at The Fjording in Norway. Minnie Norway Lug Bag – $65 The blue bag displays an embroidered Minnie wearing a purple winter hat with fabric tassels. The blue bag has an embroidered snowflake design and features the Disney Parks | Lug … Read more
Sources indicate that park operations will take over Epic Universe next week, a huge step in the park preparing to open. Epic Universe Team Member Previews According to sources, park operations aim to take over at Epic Universe ahead of first previews. The goal date for this transition is currently aimed to be Saturday, February … Read more
In honor of the 75th anniversary of the classic Disney animated film “Cinderella,” new plush have arrived at the Walt Disney World Resort. Cinderella 75th Jaq and Gus Plush Set – $40 We first discovered this plush set at The plush set at Discovery Trading Company in Animal Kingdom. It features Jaq and Gus dressed … Read more
During our recent visit to Magic Kingdom, we observed that construction walls had been set up around the Plaza Restaurant. Plaza Restaurant The green walls were in place around the left side of the restaurant near the entrance to the Tomorrowland Terrace. The walls cover the windows and flower beds that sit near the door. … Read more
Guests visiting Universal Studios Florida can now experience meet and greets with Dog Man, from the new DreamWorks Animation film of the same name. Dog Man Meet and Greet Dog Man is the main character of the film, “Dog Man,” who is half dog and half man and sworn to protect and serve as he … Read more
A festive Gator Junior shoulder plush has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort just in time for Mardi Gras. The Gator Junior shoulder plush is available for purchase at the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk, but it is possible that it’s also available elsewhere around the resort. Gator Junior Shoulder Plush – $25 This shoulder plush … Read more
Former Disney animator Joe Hale has passed away of natural causes at his home in Atascadero, California. He was 99. Joe Hale Dies at 99 According to The Hollywood Reporter, Hale died on January 29, 2025. He contributed 35 years of his life to being an animator, layout artist, and producer at Disney. He also … Read more
The winner of Sunday’s Super Bowl LIX will be celebrated at Walt Disney World Resort this year. Walt Disney World to Celebrate Super Bowl LIX Winner The announcement was first made via an Instagram story by the Walt Disney World account (@waltdisneyworld). The Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles will face off in New Orleans … Read more
New merchandise featuring Captain America has arrived at Walt Disney World ahead of the upcoming film “Captain America: Brave New World.” We first discovered the items at Super Hero Headquarters at Disney Springs. Captain America Crocs – $89.99 These Crocs are inspired by Sam Wilson’s new role as Captain America with red, white, and blue … Read more
A new playground is being constructed just around the corner from the Imagination pavilion at EPCOT. EPCOT Playground Construction The area where the playground is being set up is located just behind the current Expression Section set up for the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. The Expression Section is a fan-favorite offering that allows … Read more
