Matthew Soberman 
Garden Graze has returned for the 2022 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. This scavenger hunt encourages guests to purchase specific menu items at select Outdoor Kitchens to earn a prize. A list of the items that are part of the Garden Graze can be found in a festival passport as well as on signs … Read more
The 2022 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival has kicked off, and where there’s a festival, there’s usually new gift cards! This year’s offerings feature three characters who are no strangers to the festival. Our first offering features that star of sporks and sippers (among other things), Spike the Bee. Given that food is a … Read more
Though it’s usually sad to leave EPCOT, one recent departure was very happy, as a manatee rehabilitated at The Seas with Nemo & Friends was returned to her natural habitat at Florida’s Blue Spring State Park. Walt Disney Parks & Resorts’ Director of Animal & Science Operations, Scott Terrell, DVM, DACVP, recently described the efforts … Read more
Slush lovers, rejoice! A new slush cup has arrived at the Disneyland Resort featuring beloved Disney characters enjoying a ride on classic Disney Parks attractions. The artwork on the sparkly cup comes from the “Play in the Parks” collection, which debuted last year, featuring characters in attraction vehicles on a game board in various shades … Read more
The good times are getting ready to roll at Universal Orlando Resort as Mardi Gras quickly approaches, and it looks like even more merchandise has gotten the party started early! Let’s take a look at what’s new! Mardi Gras 2022 Apron — $25.00 For aspiring chefs, there’s this black apron featuring colorful art inspired by … Read more
For Disney fans of a certain age, nothing gets the early-2000’s nostalgia flowing like “Lizzie McGuire.” And if you grew up with the show, you can show off your pride with a new ladies’ t-shirt now available at the Disneyland Resort! The goldenrod yellow t-shirt features the animated version of Lizzie, which appeared on the … Read more
As the months race by, TRON Lightcycle / Run continues to inch towards the finish line at the Magic Kingdom. Let’s take a look at what’s new! Since our last visit, another canopy piece was installed directly under the one we saw on Monday. The process seems to be focused on one “strip” at a … Read more
One of the brightest parts of “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” has to be the Beacons of Magic, which lights up iconic structures in each park around Walt Disney World for the resort’s 50th anniversary. 50th Anniversary Beacons of Magic Puzzle Set – $34.99 Now, guests can piece together their own magic with this set … Read more
Can you believe Voyage of the Little Mermaid has been around for over 30 years? Even though it’s not currently entertaining guests, the big anniversary is still being celebrated with a new limited edition pin at Walt Disney World. Voyage of the Little Mermaid Pin – $19.99 The pin features Ariel posed on a rock … Read more
After 688 days, the stars of Marvel Super Hero Island are once again taking to the streets with the return of the Super Hero Motorcade at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Team Members were excited to see the motorcade return, happily sharing just how long it had been since the last time it had been performed. … Read more
For Lunar New Year, Hollywood & Dine at Universal Studios Hollywood has become Noodle House, and we tried out two new sweet treats for the Year of the Tiger! A sign outside the restaurant shows off the Noodle House takeover, running throughout the month of February. The interior has been given a festive makeover, with … Read more
With the launch of Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser just weeks away, Park Passes and Lightning Lane reservations are being assigned to the resort’s first guests. As part of the experience, an offboard excursion to Black Spire Outpost on Batuu is included. For those who aren’t fully versed in the world of the Halcyon, this means … Read more
Today marks the start of February, and a new month means new pins at the Disneyland Resort! Let’s take a look at some of the new additions! Three special holidays are represented this month. A quartet of Disney Princesses, Jasmine, Mulan, Belle, and Tiana, come together for International Women’s Day. Cinderella Princess Tea Party Limited … Read more
Backstage at Walt Disney World, Walt Disney’s personal airplane has been uncovered ahead of its move west to be part of the 2022 D23 Expo. Twitter user @bioreconstruct took this recent aerial photo of “The Mouse,” which is currently fenced in backstage at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Previously, it had been on display at Disney’s Hollywood … Read more
Valentine’s Day is almost here, and Disney Parks and Resorts around the world are getting in on the romantic fun with specialty food and beverage items! Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel Walt’s Cafe (available Feb. 13 through Feb. 14) Valentine’s Day Dinner Set: Enjoy a fine dining experience for a romantic evening. (New) Various … Read more
It’s not quite “all aboard” just yet, but guests can now see testing on the Walt Disney World Railroad ahead of its eventual reopening at the Magic Kingdom. Twitter user @DisneyfiedAsh first spotted the train running on the tracks. Back in December, it was reported that testing would begin soon, and though train whistles have … Read more