All-New Welcome Gifts for Disney Cruise Line's Castaway Club Members

Castaway Club members can look forward to new welcome gifts, including a backpack, wet/dry bag, water bottle, and a  travel pillow/blanket combo. Castaway Club Gifts Silver Castaway Club members who have completed one sailing receive this versatile backpack. Other benefits include: Gold Castaway Club members (5 sailings) receive a handy wet/dry bag and the backpack. They receive the same … Read more

Mickey & Friends Summer Collection by Disney and Old Navy Features Apparel & Pins

Old Navy and Disney are back with even more styles for their Mickey & Friends summer collection featuring baseball games, barbecues, and more. Mickey & Friends Collection In this collection, fans will find all-new pieces, updated silhouettes, and expanded categories that feel both nostalgic and trendy for the entire family. Fans can shop the collection starting May 13 … Read more

REMINDER: Polynesian Village Resort's Boat Dock Temporarily Closed at Disney World

A waterfront building with a red roof and balconies, surrounded by a wooden fence. A small boat is docked nearby. The sky is partially cloudy.

Guests staying at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort at Walt Disney World are currently unable to use the boat dock for transportation across the lagoon. Polynesian Village Resort’s Boat Dock Temporarily Closed The boat dock is closed for routine refurbishment through Friday, June 5. Guests will still be able to use alternative transportation, like bus, monorail, … Read more

Big Al's in Magic Kingdom Permanently Closed for Piston Peak Construction

Big Al’s has officially closed at Magic Kingdom as Piston Peak construction begins to ramp up in Frontierland. Big Al’s and Westward Ho Closing Dates This morning, May 11, Big Al’s did not reopen with the rest of Frontierland. This lines up with the previous closing date we expected. The kiosk has already been removed … Read more

More Billboards Removed in Animation Courtyard at Disney's Hollywood Studios

Billboards have been removed from The Little Mermaid building in Animation Courtyard. The work is part of the ongoing transformation into Walt Disney Studios Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The Magic of Disney Animation Billboards Last week, the Mickey and Minnie Disney Jr. billboards were cut out of their frames. The billboards will likely be … Read more

'Star Wars' Actor Michael Pennington Dies at 82

Michael Pennington, known to Star Wars fans as Moff Jerjerrod, has died. He was 82 years old. Michael Pennington Pennington played Moff Jerjerrod (commander of the second Death Star) in Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi (1983). He also starred in Hamlet (1969), Fragile (2005), and The Iron Lady (2011). According to Deadline, his passing was … Read more

Universal Shares New Reopening Timeline for Reimagined Horror Make-Up Show

Universal Orlando’s’ Horror Make-Up Show closes tomorrow, May 12. While Universal announced the attraction will reopen in late 2026, there is now a new reopening timeline. Universal Orlando’s Horror Make-Up Show Being Reimagined The show is set to open in Winter 2026 “featuring classic and modern horror properties along with shockingly fun surprises – all … Read more

Disney-Owned ABC Accuses U.S. Government of Violating First Amendment

Disney’s ABC has accused the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of violating its free speech rights. First Amendment Right According to the New York Times, ABC said in the 52-page filing that regulators had a “chilling effect” on free speech by trying to punish political content they disagreed with. It’s the most aggressive defense from any … Read more

Columns & Arches Theming Removed from Lost Continent at Universal Islands of Adventure

Lost Continent is undergoing many changes, as crews work to remove thematic elements on arches and columns. Lost Continent Demolition Update Universal confirmed last year that Lost Continent in Islands of Adventure would be demolished to make way for new experiences. Construction walls went up in the area in recent weeks. Aerial photographer bioreconstruct is … Read more