Mike Baker 
Pop Sockets are all the rage, but there are other options to keep you from losing a grip on your phone. A new Mickey Mouse phone ring is now available at Walt Disney World. We found it at the Emporium in the Magic Kingdom. Classic Mickey Mouse Phone Ring — $14.99 The phone ring is … Read more
While live entertainment is returning to many Disney Parks and resorts, one Disney resort will not be bringing back its live performers. Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort Cast Member Mick Ayres, who plays the resort’s folklore expert B’Lou Crabbe, was terminated in early November. The resort’s mascot, Shadow — the dog that accompanied Ayres’ B’Lou … Read more
Donald Duck can be a bit, well, naughty. His temper often gets the best of him. Donald seems to have embraced his naughty side on this new T-shirt available just in time for Christmas. Donald Duck “Top of the Naughty List” T-Shirt — $24.99 The distressed graphics are printed atop a navy blue T-shirt. Donald … Read more
Kali River Rapids closed November 1 for its annual refurbishment. The raft ride at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is set to reopen December 16 according to the Walt Disney World website. Of course, reopening dates can and do change.
Work at the entrance of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind continues to make progress. On today’s visit to EPCOT, we noticed that automatic door installation has begun. We also spotted what appear to be tap points in place under the greeter structure. One sliding automatic door panel has been installed on the left entrance. … Read more
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, November 24, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more
Although only 25 Disney Store locations remain in North America, the brick-and-mortar retail locations continue to update face covering policies. Previously, all guests 2 and over entering a Disney Store were required to wear face coverings. The updated policy states that guests need not wear masks unless required by local regulations. Disney is still encouraging … Read more
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is back this year after a television-only 2020 version due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Families will gather in New York City and around televisions to take in the spectacle. Among the parade’s six new balloons is Grogu from “The Mandalorian.” We were able to snap a few photos of the … Read more
According to a report by Variety, Disney will increase its content budget by $8 billion in fiscal year 2022, making the content budget line item $33 billion. The increase came to light after Disney filed its annual report with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Disney intends to gain a further foothold in the streaming market … Read more
At this afternoon’s Destination D23 “Musical Attractions of Walt Disney World” panel discussion, Imagineer John Dennis mentioned that the EPCOT expansion will be complete in 2023. That deadline coincides with the completion of the EPCOT theme song that is being composed by Pinar Toprak. The new theme song was previewed at the last D23 Expo.
It is Christmas time once again at Walt Disney World. The resort hotels are decorating for the holidays. Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is known for its nautical decor and Christmas Village train display. Let’s take a look at Christmas at the Yacht Club. Christmas Decorations The large, central tree is trimmed with everything nautical. In … Read more
Upcoming Vault Collection merchandise was previewed this afternoon at Destination D23. Panel members shared their favorite merchandise during the discussion while wearing some upcoming creations. Walt Disney World 1st Anniversary Track Suit Ashley Eckstein is wearing the track suit. It has 1st Anniversary Walt Disney World artwork. Cardigan Sweater The cardigan has a retro Walt … Read more
Poseidon’s Fury at Universal’s Islands of Adventure has been closed since August 2020. Construction walls surrounded the attraction in August 2021. Some of those walls have now been moved closer to the attraction. Moving the walls closer to the attraction has exposed elements that were previously behind the construction walls. Construction walls have been moved … Read more
For the seventh time this month, Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park will be closed due to cold weather. The water park will not open Tuesday, November 23. Temperatures at Walt Disney World will reach highs in the mid-60s Tuesday, with lows near 50. Blizzard Beach will close for its annual refurbishment after Christmas. Disney’s Typhoon … Read more
Guests aboard the upcoming Disney Wish cruise ship will be able to visit Star Wars: Hyperspace Lounge. The lounge features large viewports that show locations and ships from the “Star Wars” galaxy. At today’s Destination D23 Disney Cruise Line panel, we got a look at some of the scenes. The videos were projected above the … Read more
Two new stacking block sets inspired by “it’s a small world” and Sleeping Beauty Castle are available at Disneyland Resort. These would make the perfect gifts for the kids in your life, or for adult Disney fans. “it’s a small world” Stacking Block Set — $49.99 Each set includes 32 pieces, including four characters on … Read more