Shannen Ace 
The number of “points of light” on Spaceship Earth at EPCOT has more than doubled. A week ago, the first twelve light fixtures were installed, but now there are at least twenty-eight lights. The lights can be difficult to see at the corners of Spaceship Earth’s Alucobond panels. The “points of light” are circular fixtures, … Read more
Work has begun on updating Jungle Cruise at Magic Kingdom to remove offensive content and update the ride’s story. Today, the ride’s iconic rhino pole was gone. We know the rhino pole will return, with new characters of diverse backgrounds. Below is concept art of what the new version of the scene will look like. … Read more
Although it seemed that Cool Ship in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom was getting a new look with black legs, one of the legs has been painted back to silver. The other legs remain black and white for now, but will likely be repainted soon. The legs of the adjacent Cool Scanner were also painted a … Read more
Although Disneyland Paris is not currently able to reopen due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Cast Members are hard at work preparing the parks. In the “Celebrating 29 Years of Dreams” special, new VP of Entertainment David Duffy confirmed some new character appearances and entertainment coming to Disneyland Paris when it does reopen. Over 50 characters … Read more
U.S. Senators have introduced legislation that would override the Centers for Disease Control’s (CDC) current cruise guidelines, which include test voyages, vaccination plans, and agreements with ports and local health authorities before cruise lines would be able to resume operations. Florida Senators Rick Scott and Marco Rubio and Alaska Senator Dan Sullivan, all Republicans, introduced … Read more
Disney announced earlier today that the “Disney Look”—the guidelines for how Cast Members should dress and style themselves when at work—had been updated to be more inclusive. Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro stated, “Our new approach provides greater flexibility with respect to forms of personal expression surrounding gender-inclusive hairstyles, jewelry, nail styles, … Read more
In the past few months, we’ve seen some physical distancing guidelines relax at theme parks. Now at Walt Disney World, Cast Members are boarding up to three parties in one vehicle on boat rides. Here are three parties in one boat at Pirates of the Caribbean. There is one empty row separating each party and … Read more
Following the addition of watermarks to Walt Disney World attraction photos, it seems My Disney Experience may incorporate a new system for guests to preview attraction photos. Some guests using My Disney Experience are currently being asked to test this new preview. Though you may have been asked to review photos before, this is a … Read more
Despite the inclement weather in the Orlando area this weekend, construction is carrying on at EPCOT, where MouseGear is becoming “Creations Shop”, Club Cool is returning, and more projects are coming to fruition in the center of the park. We took some of these photos a few days ago, prior to a thunderstorm rolling through … Read more
Universal Parks & Resorts has set aside 20 acres of land for an affordable housing site in Orange County, Florida. They have chosen Wendover Housing Partners to develop the new property and transferred ownership to Universal’s Housing for Tomorrow. The press release from Universal is below. After a months-long national search, Universal Parks & Resorts … Read more
While Disneyland has been closed for the past year, Walt Disney Imagineering has updated “The Haunted Mansion” to include some old and new effects. Thanks to the LA Times, we have some more details about what guests can expect to see upon reopening. As reported yesterday, the painting “April to December”—which depicts the real-life horror … Read more
Whether you’re getting ready for Disneyland’s next Dapper Day outing or just going to work, these new ties available at Downtown Disney District are perfect for any occasion. Pixar Tie – $44.99 This yellow tie is patterned with the classic Luxo ball from Pixar films. Tomorrowland Tie – $44.99 This light blue tie has icons … Read more
A new gelato stand is coming to the Italy Pavilion in EPCOT. We don’t know when La Gelateria, led by the Patina Restaurant Group, will open, but it has made some strides in construction this week. The pavement in front of the kiosk has made great progress since our last check-in as a small courtyard … Read more
Ahead of Disneyland’s opening on April 30, Disney will be launching a new website for guests with vacation packages that include hotel reservations and theme park tickets. The website will allow these guests to print tickets, gift cards, and transportation vouchers at their convenience. The secure website will be accessible to guests through email or … Read more
Disneyland Paris first opened on April 12, 1992, and though it is currently closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is still “celebrating 29 years of dreams” with a new video special. In addition to a walk through history with Walt Disney Imagineers, the special includes a sneak peek of Disney’s Hotel New York – … Read more
It’s not just kids who visit Walt Disney World, so Disney has a new adult-sized ear hat for any guest celebrating their first visit. “My First Visit” Adult-Sized Ear Hat – $17.99 The blue ear hat says “my first visit” on the front with a picture of Mickey, Goofy, Pluto, and Donald in front of … Read more
