Shannen Ace 
Christmas arrived at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge this week with a giant Christmas tree in the lobby and more décor throughout. Although, there will be no gingerbread house at the resort. Wilderness Lodge Christmas Decorations Large wreaths hang on the porte cochere. They are adorned with white ribbons and red flowers. In their centers are sun … Read more
The new Disney Drop Shop selling blind box collectibles from brands like Cosbi, Beast Kingdom, and Pop Mart is now open at Disney Springs. Disney announced the shop earlier this month and it takes over The Vault location in Marketplace Co-Op. Virtual Queue On opening day (Friday, November 21), there was a virtual waitlist to … Read more
The Mandalorian creator and showrunner Jon Favreau finally clarified the difference between the show’s season 4 and the upcoming movie. However, the chances of a fourth season still look slim. The Mandalorian Season 4 and Movie In the new issue of Empire Magazine, Favreau said, “We were planning on doing a fourth season. I had … Read more
Wicked: For Good racked in an estimated $20 to $22 million on Thursday night previews, which doesn’t even include showings earlier in the week. Wicked: For Good Box Office So Far The estimate comes from Deadline, but Universal will make an official report soon. Thursday previews began at 2 p.m. but early showings began Monday. … Read more
The Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Loungefly backpack is now available to Magic Kingdom day guests, plus discounted when purchased with something else. It was initially exclusive to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party guests. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Loungefly On Sale We spotted the Loungefly and a sign about the discount in the Emporium … Read more
The construction walls are all gone from the Transportation and Ticket Center at Walt Disney World. Work began in July on repaving the area around the ticket booths. Transportation and Ticket Center Construction There is fresh black pavement in front of the ticket booths, which are directly behind the security plaza where guests enter the … Read more
The CEO of the Germany company that created Stardust Racers spoke for the first time about the death of a guest who rode the Epic Universe coaster two months ago. Mack Rides Addresses Stardust Racers Death On September 17, 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala died from multiple blunt impact injuries after riding Stardust Racers. The dual … Read more
It’s time for our fourth Annual Passholder-exclusive Joffrey’s holiday drink of the season. We already tried the Cocoa & Spice hot chocolate, Yuletide Log Mocha, and Cheerful Elf Latte. Now we’re getting the Cookie Butter Gingerbread Latte at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Passholder Joffrey’s Drinks With each exclusive holiday drink, Passholders can get a card stamped. … Read more
You ain’t never had a bag like this! A new Aladdin tote by Harveys is now available online and features vintage VHS art. Aladdin Tote Bag by Harveys – $228 The tote was made in the U.S.A. out of seat belt fabric, which is horizontally stitched. On the front is screen art of the vintage … Read more
The refurbishment is complete on Maestro Mickey’s, the gift shop of Disney’s All-Star Music Resort. Refurbishment work began in August. Maestro Mickey’s Refurbishment As we reported on in October, Maestro Mickey’s got all new light wood-style flooring. The walls, shelves, counters, and décor were all changed as well. Above are photos of the before and … Read more
Universal Islands of Adventure is ready for Christmas. Port of Entry, Seuss Landing, and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade are all decorated for the holiday season. Port of Entry Garlands are hung from the entrance plazas of Islands of Adventure. These are adorned with sparkly pink, silver, and gold baubles and reindeer figurines. … Read more
Disney Store now has the Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride 3D attraction poster light-up figure. This figure was first released at Disney Parks. Previous 3D attraction poster figures were inspired by Storybook Land Canal Boats and Autopia. Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride 3D Attraction Poster Light-Up Figure – $129 The 3D figure is inspired by the Mr. … Read more
Coffee Mate has announced three new Harry Potter-inspired Butterbeer products. Butterbeer Coffee Mate Products As reported by FoodBev Media, the new line includes Butterbeer creamer, Butterbeer zero-sugar creamer, and Butterbeer cold foam. A 28 oz creamer bottle will be $4.49 and a 14 oz cold foam canister will be $5.49. Butterbeer is a butterscotch-like drink … Read more
The roaming, talking Christmas tree named Douglas Fir has returned to Disney Springs at Walt Disney World. Douglas made his debut in 2023 and sometimes appears during the summer as an orange tree. Talking Christmas Tree Douglas has gained some ornaments. He’s now decorated with small Santa hats and stockings, plus a pair of gingerbread … Read more
Gary De’Snake from Zootopia 2 has arrived at Disneyland Resort in the form of a brand new sipper. The sipper was announced with a social media video starring Ke Huy Quan, who voices Gary, and Ginnifer Goodwin, who voices Judy Hopps. Gary De’Snake Sipper – $27.79 Gary is a blue snake with one fang and … Read more
After exclusively meeting during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party for the past few weeks, Santa Claus will start meeting during the day at Magic Kingdom next week. Magic Kingdom Santa Claus Meet and Greet Disney has confirmed Santa Claus will start meeting Magic Kingdom day guests in Storybook Circus on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 27). … Read more
