Shannen Ace 
Following the repainting of the EPCOT Monorail archway at the Transportation and Ticket Center, the Magic Kingdom Monorail and Ferryboat archways have been repainted. The new paint job is part of the reimagining of the Transportation and Ticket Center ahead of Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary. The archways are now royal blue with the park’s … Read more
Though we have to wait one more day for the grand reopening of Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa reopened today. Unfortunately, dining at the hotel is limited during the resort’s phased reopening. As of now, Hearthstone Lounge will open at 4:00 PM daily to serve guests. Mobile order … Read more
If you only want to carry a small bag during your Disney Parks trips, then this new wristlet by Loungefly might be for you. The Minnie Mouse wristlet, which can also work as a belt bag, is now available at Walt Disney World. The wristlet matches the sequined mini backpack released earlier this week. Minnie … Read more
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa at Disneyland Resort reopened today, and for now, the GCH Craftsman Bar & Grill are the only dining locations open. The bar and grill currently have the same menu, which is a hybrid of favorites from both locations. Craftsman Grill is using mobile order for now and reservations are … Read more
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa reopened today — the first of the Disneyland hotels to do so — a day ahead of Disneyland’s grand reopening. We checked in to the hotel and, after some shopping, headed to our room. We’re staying in a woods-courtyard view room with two queen beds. Join us for a … Read more
The newest ears in the Disney Parks Designer Collection are celebrating National Denim Day. This denim ear headband by Disney Style is now available at Walt Disney World. Denim Ear Headband – $48 The ears resemble a pair of jeans, with a pocket on the front of one ear. The distressed pocket has an embroidered … Read more
Walt Disney World theme park hours have been released from July 11 through July 17, having previously been released through July 10. Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom is currently scheduled to be open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM from July 11 through July 17. EPCOT EPCOT is currently scheduled to be open 11:00 AM to 10:00 … Read more
While standard character meet-and-greets remain suspended at Walt Disney World, characters continue to make distanced appearances. At Magic Kingdom, guests can now catch Belle near her father’s cottage in Fantasyland. The princess, in her “provincial town” outfit, walked the exterior queue of Enchanted Tales with Belle, which has been closed for a year now due … Read more
With the reopening of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa comes a ton of new merchandise inspired by the hotel. All of this new merchandise can be found in the Grand Californian’s gift shop, Acorns Gifts & Goods. Chip & Dale Mug – $22.99 Chip & Dale Tumbler – $19.99 Chip & Dale Tee – … Read more
Walt Disney World Annual Passholders have been anxiously awaiting the arrival of their complimentary Orange Bird magnets, which celebrate the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. We received two magnets in the mail today, with “Spring has Sprung” on the outside of the envelope. An image of Pluto’s topiary was on the … Read more
While Jurassic World VelociCoaster doesn’t officially open until June 10, Passholder previews will be next month and Team Member previews began today. Thanks to some Team Members, we now have an inside look at the coaster’s immersive queue. We could hear and see Team Members enjoying themselves. According to the sign outside the coaster, not … Read more
The staterooms of Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Wish will be storybook-inspired, featuring artwork and elegant details from Disney films such as Cinderella. These reimagined staterooms feature plenty of storage and most include a split-bathroom concept. 877 (70%) out of the 1,254 staterooms will have a spacious verandah, and even more will still offer an ocean … Read more
The Disney Wish will be the fifth ship to join Disney Cruise Line’s fleet. Like the four before it, this ship will include the Walt Disney Theatre and brand-new entertainment. This new version of the theatre will be tones of green and gold, inspired by a magical forest. While not many details were announced about … Read more
As with all Disney Cruise Line ships, the Disney Wish will include restaurants and lounges exclusively for adults. Three of these locations are inspired by different aspects of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Disney cruisers will be familiar with Palo, and Palo Steakhouse is a new take on the classic dining experience. Palo Steakhouse will … Read more
Among the more adult offerings on Disney Cruise Line’s new ship, the Disney Wish, will be the Star Wars: Hyperspace Lounge. For the first time on a Disney ship, you will embark on a space-jumping tour of the Star Wars galaxy at Star Wars: Hyperspace Lounge, a high-end bar styled as a luxurious yacht-class spaceship. This richly themed, … Read more
The next Disney Cruise Line ship, Disney Wish, will include several new themed family restaurants. Arendelle: A Frozen Dining Adventure is the first Frozen-themed theatrical dining experience. Characters including Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, and Olaf will appear while guests dine on cuisine with Nordic influences. 1923, named for the year The Walt Disney Company was founded, is … Read more
