Shannen Ace 
Newer Star Wars fans may know Grand Admiral Thrawn from Star Wars Rebels or his own books. But old Star Wars fans will recognize Thrawn as a character first introduced in the 1991 novel Heir to the Empire. Thrawn went on to make several more appearances in books, comics, and games before this extra-canonical material … Read more
Previously just operating as a rain shelter, Universal Studios’ Classic Monsters Cafe is currently fully reopen and serving food again for the holiday week in Universal Studios Florida. As you might guess from the title, this quick-service location is themed to Universal’s classic monsters, such as Frankenstein and the Mummy. On the menu, you’ll find … Read more
The Hotel Plaza Boulevard entrance to Walt Disney World is the next to be repainted in time for the resort’s 50th anniversary. We spotted some primer being added the other day, now more of the entrance has been painted white. Minnie’s background and columns are almost entirely white, and work has begun on the wall … Read more
My Disney Experience will soon be updated to include the reimagining of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom, as well as the walkway to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Above and below are images from the current map as seen in the My Disney Experience app. Here is the updated map. Cinderella Castle now has … Read more
Now that Rivers of America in Magic Kingdom has been completely drained, refurbishment work has begun. We saw construction vehicles and workers at the Liberty Square Riverboat track near Tom Sawyer Island’s Harper’s Mill. More signs of refurbishment beginning were further down the track, closer to Splash Mountain. The workers seemed focused on the Harper’s … Read more
A new Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge travel mug and Spirit Jersey have arrived at Star Wars Trading Post at Disneyland Resort. Galaxy’s Edge Travel Mug – $22.99 This sleek black mug features the skyline of Black Spire Outpost on the side. The Aurebesh on the mug reads “Til The Spires.” Galaxy’s Edge Spirit Jersey – … Read more
This is the way. Columbia Sportswear is releasing a new collection inspired by “The Mandalorian” on Disney+. The collection features items inspired by Mando’s Beskar armor and Baby Yoda (“The Child”) himself. The Mandalorian Interchange Hybrid Jacket – $300 Whether you’re chasing a bounty or protecting the Child, this special-edition 3-in-1 Interchange hybrid jacket is built … Read more
EPCOT has a new map available advertising the upcoming Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. The person on the cover is wearing a face mask. The Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth will be held November 27 through December 30. Inside the map, it advertises Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure as “coming soon” and … Read more
Walt Disney World Annual Passholders will soon be able to purchase exclusive Magic Kingdom Holiday Castle Projection merchandise. Shop passholder-exclusive Magic Kingdom Holiday merchandise featuring Holiday Castle Projections starting November 30! Passholders can visit select locations* at Magic Kingdom park through December 30, 2020 (while supplies last) to shop a selection of festive MagicBands, ornaments, … Read more
Two new collectible keys are coming to shopDisney, to celebrate the holidays and the upcoming release of Soul. The “From Our Family To Yours” key is covered in colorful stars and has Mickey in the center of it. This one reminds us of New Year’s celebrations. Disney and Pixar’s Soul is coming to Disney+ for … Read more
While we continue to wait for Disney California Adventure and the new Avengers Campus to open, guests will soon be able to take home merchandise from the land, including Spider-Bots! We got our first look at Spider-Bots back in March before the theme parks closed. Spider-Bots are able to battle opponent Spider-Bots with programmed combat … Read more
Several Universal Orlando Resort attractions will be closing for limited times in early 2021 for refurbishment. These include popular coaster Revenge of the Mummy, and the Hogwarts Express, which acts as easy transportation between Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Thankfully, the latter will only be closed for one day. The full list … Read more
Friar’s Nook at the Magic Kingdom, which reopened in early October, is now serving breakfast again. Breakfast was added to Friar’s Nook in December 2019 and became “permanent” in January, though of course had to close again due to the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a Cast Member, Friar’s Nook will be serving breakfast from 8:30 … Read more
Disney Cruise Line has canceled all sailings that depart through January 31, 2021. This includes sailings that were scheduled to return as late as February 6. Disney Cruise Line had previously canceled sailings through December 2020. Below is the list of all canceled sailings. Guests booked on affected sailings who have paid their reservation in … Read more
After rumors that the new Festival Center in EPCOT’s upcoming World Celebration neighborhood had been canceled due to COVID-19 delays, Disney is now calling the location a “festival area.” The festival center was supposed to be a multi-level structure overlooking the World Celebration gardens (currently Future World). In a new release, Disney referred to “a … Read more
These new Dooney & Bourke bags feature everyone’s favorite Disney cats and dogs, and celebrate the tenth anniversary of Tangled. We spotted some on display at Uptown Jewelers in Magic Kingdom the other day, and now they are available for purchase. Reigning Cats and Dogs Dooney & Bourke Tote – Dog Pattern – $298 Reigning … Read more
