Matthew Soberman 
Kingdom Hearts fans, this one’s for you. A special event celebrating the release of Kingdom Hearts III is coming to Disney Springs from December 14th, 2018 to January 31st, 2019. The event space, located in the former site of The Disney Corner, will feature a playable demo of the new game, a special Keyblade exhibit, … Read more
Whether it’s topped with shrimp and lemon pesto, potato, bacon and egg, or something of your own creation, pizza lovers have a new destination to enjoy. Napolini Pizzeria, located below the newly-renamed Naples Ristorante e Bar, recently opened at the Disneyland Resort’s Downtown Disney. The pizzeria serves up Neopolitan-style personal-sized pies. Guests can choose between cheese … Read more
Minnie Mouse headbands look great, but if you want to accessorize even further, there’s a new opportunity. Minnie headband necklaces and earrings have landed at World of Disney and Tren-D at Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs. The jewelry is part of the Disney Parks Collection. The earrings cost $14.99, while the necklace sells for $19.99. … Read more
Those in need of a caffeine boost during their holiday shopping at Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort are in luck. The second Starbucks location, across from the monorail station, will reopen next week, on Monday, December 10th. The location originally closed in June to make way for the Disneyland Resort’s fourth hotel. However, after … Read more
In an effort to reduce their energy usage, Disneyland Paris has revealed plans to build a solar energy site. Disney’s plans were highlighted in a Forbes article over the weekend. The site, would be built on top of the current guest parking garage, and capable of supplying 33 Gigawatt hours per year, or 15 percent … Read more
For those still looking for the Splash Mountain Funko POP!, we may have your laughin’ place. The figures are back in stock online at ShopDisney for $40. The set was originally released in August, and sold out quickly. Now there’s a second chance at a zip-a-dee-doo-dah day.
Menu changes have arrived at Satu’li Canteen, and we’ve got a look at the new(-ish) offerings. The fish option has been replaced with chili-garlic shrimp, and lo mein noodles have been added as a base option. Both options have been tested previously in their own dish and are now permanent additions to the menu. Rice … Read more
Back in 2013, 20th Century Fox announced its first-ever theme park in Malaysia, hoping it could use state-of-the-art technology to compete with the likes of Disney. Then, Fox was purchased…and will merge with Disney. Now with the merger just weeks away from finalizing, completion of the park is in doubt. According to Variety, resort company … Read more
Due to impending cold weather, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has preemptively cancelled the 8:15 PM seatings for Disney’s Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show this Tuesday and Wednesday, November 27th and 28th. The 5:15 PM seating is still scheduled to move forward as scheduled. Guests with reservations for those times can reschedule for alternate dates and … Read more
Your attention please… the Walt Disney World Railroad will reach its “End of Line” for a while to accommodate construction of the upcoming Tron roller coaster starting December 3rd. While the railroad is closed, one of the trains will be parked at the Main Street U.S.A. station for visitors to get a closer look at … Read more
Heritage Auctions Signature Animation Art Auction, featuring original art from Disney productions ranging from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs and Pinocchio to more recent classics like The Little Mermaid and The Incredibles, will take place December 8th in Beverly Hills, California. The auction boasts over six hundred items from across Disney’s history, including art … Read more
Disneyland Paris Annual Passholders will be able to experience Disney Dreams! one more time at an upcoming Passholder event. https://twitter.com/ED92live/status/1065925427124940801 The nighttime spectacular will be part of the December 6th party, according to @ED92, a Twitter account focused on Disneyland Paris news. Disney Dreams! premiered in 2012, as part of the resort’s 20th anniversary. The … Read more
The Masai giraffe population at Disney’s Animal Kingdom has a new addition, and it’s up to you to help decide her name. The calf was born to parents Kenya and George on October 1st. The pair was selected as part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ Species Survival Program (SSP), which works to ensure … Read more
First, there was Black Friday, then came Cyber Monday and Small Business Saturday. This year, get ready for Gran Destino Tuesday. Disney Parks Blog has announced that reservations for Gran Destino Tower, the new addition to Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, will be available starting this Tuesday, November 27th. They can be booked online at the … Read more
D23’s Destination D: Celebrating Mickey Mouse continued today at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, and while it may not have been as packed with big Disney Parks news as yesterday, there was still plenty for fans to enjoy. If you didn’t see our recap from Day 1, check it out here. Throughout the day, vintage film clips … Read more
From festive decor to seasonal music and special treats, Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort will have plenty to enjoy as the holiday season arrives. Holiday Decor The Downtown Disney District will dazzle with decorations, lights, and seasonal horticulture. In all, 6,200 ornaments will be on display around the district. A thirty-foot Christmas tree near … Read more