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Ravensburger is adding Frozen, Hocus Pocus, and Coco villains to Disney Villainous with two new expansions. Disney Villainous Expansions Disney Villainous: Success at Any Cost, coming in July, is an “expandalone” game starring Ernesto de la Cruz from Coco and Prince Hans from Frozen. It can be played on its own or added to the … Read more
The pavement has been removed from in front of Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin in Magic Kingdom. The entrance signs and archway were removed a few days ago. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Construction From the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover, we could see the pavement directly in front of the entrance doors has been removed, … Read more
Scaffolding has been expanded again on the lawn of The Haunted Mansion in Magic Kingdom. The lawn was recently cleared of shrubs and trees, while scaffolding went up in the queue’s graveyard. The Haunted Mansion Construction The new wide section of scaffolding is around the thin framework installed a few days ago. Like the other … Read more
The boat dock at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge has reopened a week ahead of schedule amid a refurbishment. Guests can once again travel by boat between the resort and Magic Kingdom. Wilderness Lodge Boat Transportation Resumes Boat transportation was originally scheduled to be suspended from January 12 through 30. But on January 23, we noticed boats … Read more
CSC ServiceWorks, the third-party company that operates the laundry facilities at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort hotels, is no longer accepting international card payments. Laundry No Longer Accepting International Cards WDWNT reader Jamie informed us of the issue, which international guests have also been discussing on forums like The Dibb. Jamie said, “I … Read more
The Lunar New Year festival at Disney California Adventure is underway and guests can easily sample a variety of menu items with a Sip and Savor Pass. Lunar New Year Sip and Savor Passes – $49 each There are three Sip and Savor Passes, each with a limited edition, collectible design paying homage to either … Read more
Disney Parks shared a first look at the costumes that Horace Horsecollar and other characters will wear during the Lunar New Year festival at Disney California Adventure. Disney Friends in Lunar New Year Costumes Horace is making a rare appearance this year as the festival’s mascot for the Year of the Horse. He’s donning a … Read more
Magic Kingdom has two new breakfast offerings, if cupcakes are your idea of breakfast. New to the Main Street Confectionery are the Cereal Milk Cupcake and Chocolate Espresso Cupcake. Cereal Milk Cupcake – $6.99 We didn’t expect this to be our favorite of the two, but it is genuinely tasty. It’s a fruity cereal-flavored cupcake … Read more
Universal invited Texas families to learn more about Universal Kids Resort and be the first to see a model of the theme park. They shared a video on social media of the experience. Universal Kids Resort Model The families visited Universal Creative Campus in Orlando, Florida, where they met Brian Robinson, EVP and Chief Creative … Read more
Following the reconfiguration of the roadway entrance to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, crews have demolished the former entrance’s guard shack and installed framing for new bus stops. Polynesian Resort Construction The guard shack and its surrounding flowerbeds are completely gone, leaving only a long patch of dirt. We saw crews preparing for demolition a few … Read more
Crews have started to repaint the soundstage that houses The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The repaint is part of the reimagining of Animation Courtyard into the Walt Disney Studios lot. Animation Courtyard Painting The wall facing the front of the park is now a splotchy beige color. It will presumably … Read more
Charlotte La Bouff a.k.a. Lottie from The Princess and the Frog made her first appearance at Disneyland for a character meet and greet during Disneyland After Dark: Sweethearts’ Nite. Lottie at Disneyland Instagram user @finding_denny shared photos and video of Lottie, who was meeting in New Orleans Square. The meet and greet is currently exclusive … Read more
The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) Board approved two garage expansion projects for Orlando International Airport (MCO). This news follows previously announced plans for the future of MCO, including the addition of 8,000 parking spaces. MCO Parking Garage Expansion Projects GOAA, which operates the airport, approved the Terminal A Garage and Rental Car (RAC) Expansion … Read more
The U.S. Disney Store has a series of mini Winnie the Pooh plush wearing rain gear from Disney Store Europe, plus two Winnie the Pooh canvas tote bags. Winnie the Pooh in Rainwear Plush – $17.99 This Pooh Bear plush is about 7″ tall. He’s sculpted to be seated and has embroidered facial features. His … Read more
Celebrate your park day with Mickey and Friends thanks to the “Most Magical Day Ever” collection from Disneyland Resort. The collection includes apparel, an ear headband, and a pin. We’ve already shared some of this merchandise, but this post contains everything from the collection, and we’ll continue to add to it if we find more … Read more
Disney California Adventure is celebrating Lunar New Year with limited-time food, entertainment, and decorations! Throughout the park are touches of red and gold with Year of the Horse motifs. Lunar New Year Decorations Guests will be able to purchase their Sip and Savor Passes at this station in Grizzly Peak, as well as at other … Read more
