Shannen Ace 
The Halloween Horror Nights Tribute Store is no more, but Universal Studios Florida is replacing it with the park’s first-ever Christmas Tribute Store! The facade of the Christmas Tribute Store is a giant nutcracker, with his mouth open wide for guests to walk through. Behind him are pine trees, and his hat holds the Tribute … Read more
Though Aulani has just reopened, the resort’s turtle mascot ‘Olu Mel is still making himself at home in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. And some friends have joined him! BouTiki now has merchandise for Duffy, ShellieMay, Gelatoni, and more. Duffy and friends are ready for some fun in the sun with this new merchandise. ShellieMay Plush … Read more
A new retro-style t-shirt has arrived at Walt Disney World, this one featuring a Mickey Santa hat. The red shirt has the retro Walt Disney World logo with green shadows. Sitting on the D logo is a cute Mickey Mouse Santa hat. This shirt is available at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom for $24.99. Adult … Read more
Marvel and Citizen have released a new limited edition watch inspired by Iron Man and the famous “I love you 3000” quote from Avengers: Endgame. The watch comes in a red and gold box, with an “I love you 3000” card. The watch itself says “proof that Tony Stark has a heart” and rests in … Read more
There are three new Magic Kingdom-themed Citizen watches now available at Walt Disney World. All of them are Eco-Drive, which means they are powered by light. Citizen describes Eco-Drive watches as the following: Eco-Drive converts any kind of light into energy to power a watch, storing the surplus on a power cell. On a full … Read more
In an unexpected twist, the stages recently constructed in front of Cinderella Castle now have rope bridges connecting them and what looks like two slides. The stages themselves are still just scaffolding with wooden railings. The bridges are made of wooden slats with ropes to hold onto. The purple “slides” are attached to the stage … Read more
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort has named Michael Moriarty as its new Managing Director, effective December 27, 2020. Moriarty will be replacing Stephanie Young, who started in the position earlier this year and will now be transitioning to President, Consumer Products, Games and Publishing for Walt Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. Moriarty has held several leadership … Read more
There’s plenty of construction happening at the entrance to Magic Kingdom, with the resort launch dock progressing, the Grand Floridian Resort walkway near opening, and more. Let’s take a closer look at what’s been going on this week. A panel of canopy has been added to the far awning at the dock. Several trenches have … Read more
You’ll feel like you’re staying in the Cozy Cone in this Cars family suite at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. With the resort open again, we’re taking time to rest and relax in some of the best themed rooms at Walt Disney World. You may have joined us on our tour of a recently remodeled … Read more
TUMI, a luxury luggage and accessories store, has closed its Disney Springs location permanently. TUMI had reopened in May following a several-week closure but closed again in June. According to the Disney Springs website, TUMI is “temporarily unavailable” but it is no longer listed on TUMI.com’s store finder. TUMI is not the first location to … Read more
The witches and wizards of Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida have begun decorating their shops for Christmas! So grab your hats and scarves (or shorts and fans here in Florida) and take a tour with us around the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Each location has its own unique themed decor, which mostly consists … Read more
Do you have a favorite Walt Disney World building, whether it be an attraction or on Main Street, U.S.A.? Disney has new ornaments similar to some we saw last year featuring the inside and outside of some of the resort’ most iconic buildings. Adorn your Christmas tree while taking a look inside beloved attractions like … Read more
Disney Cruise Line has issued an advisory officially canceling all departures through the end of the year. The CDC is allowing the no-sail order to expire at the end of October, but given the phased plan for resuming passenger cruises, voyages will likely still not be able to leave this year. Below is the advisory … Read more
The Magic Kingdom toll plaza is nearing the end of its 50th-anniversary refurbishment project, as painting begins on the final group of lanes. The last section on the right has been painted with white and gray primer ahead of its royal blue treatment. Except for some final touches on the domes above some letters, the … Read more
The Walt Disney World entrance archways are getting a makeover for the resort’s 50th anniversary next year. So far, only the Western Way entrance has shown progress, but the painting is moving quickly. As we observed last time, half the archway is now royal blue. The flags have been removed from their poles atop the … Read more
New holiday-themed and year-round appropriate phone cases featuring Baby Yoda (“The Child”) and the Mandalorian from The Mandalorian are now available at Walt Disney World. “Merry Force Be With You” Baby Yoda Case – $29.99 Baby Yoda with Christmas Lights 3-D Effect Case – $34.99 “Tis the Season for the Bounty” Case – $29.99 Baby … Read more
