Shannen Michaelsen 
Concept art for the upcoming Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind coaster is now on display in Disney’s Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel, which just opened at Disneyland Paris. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is currently being constructed in EPCOT. Among the posted concept art is this depiction of the Galaxarium. … Read more
In Disney’s Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel, which just opened at Disneyland Paris, concept art for California Adventure’s Avengers Campus is being displayed. Some of the never-before-seen art depicts an Avengers-themed E-Ticket attraction that is still expected at some point in the future. The first image is of the Avengers Headquarters, which … Read more
Instead of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, Magic Kingdom will be hosting Disney After Hours Boo Bash this year. Since tickets became available for all guests a week ago, several event nights have sold out. For now, all August dates except for opening night are still available starting at $129. September 21 and 24 are sold … Read more
A recent permit suggests that there will be playground construction work in DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The permit calls for “general construction” with contractor Landscape Structures Inc. Landscape Structures constructs playgrounds and playground equipment. We can’t be sure of the exact nature of the work, but planters were recently spotted blocking off the … Read more
This morning we took a ferryboat from the Transportation & Ticket Center to Magic Kingdom and found ourselves in a crowd like the days before the pandemic. The Monorail was not running, so guests were rushing to the ferryboat instead. Face masks are still required for all guests on most transportation, but boats are an … Read more
A new cavalcade celebrating the 50th anniversary of Magic Kingdom and Walt Disney World will debut on October 1. “Mickey’s Celebration Cavalcade” will feature Mickey and all his friends in their new EARidescent outfits. The cavalcade will travel through Magic Kingdom several times a day, just like current cavalcades.
In the announcement from Disney Parks Blog that “Harmonious” would debut at EPCOT on October 1 this year, Disney shared a new photo of the nighttime spectacular. The photo shows all of the barges in action with water, light, and projection effects. We’ve seen many of these features testing during the day, but they make … Read more
For Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary on October 1, 50 new gold statues will debut throughout the theme parks. The “Disney Fab 50” of course includes Mickey and Minnie Mouse, who will be in front of Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom. Walt Disney World President Jeff Vahle shared closeup images of the Mickey and Minnie … Read more
In an Instagram post this morning, Walt Disney World president Jeff Vahle confirmed that the new nighttime spectacular “Harmonious” will be premiering at EPCOT on October 1, 2021 for the resort’s 50th anniversary. “Harmonious” was originally scheduled to debut last summer but was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Until the debut of “Harmonious”, “EPCOT … Read more
With the removal of physical distancing, the “rope drop” experience is returning to Walt Disney World. At the beginning of June, we experienced rope drop at EPCOT, now it has returned to Magic Kingdom. Guests were let down Main Street, U.S.A. into the park’s hub before opening this morning. Crowds gathered at each bridge, where … Read more
Physical distancing markers have been removed from the Rose & Crown Pub in the U.K. Pavilion at EPCOT and guests can once again sit inside. The pub is adjacent to but separate from the sit-down dining room. A Cast Member was greeting guests at the door. Hand sanitizer is still available upon entering. Previously, there … Read more
Disney’s Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel has opened at Disneyland Paris. Guests now experience and appreciate Marvel artwork while relaxing at this art deco hotel. Speaking of relaxing, we spent some time relaxing in the Bleecker Street Lounge just off of the lobby, inspired by the real life clubs and bars on … Read more
Walt Disney World is planning to install a large digital screen featuring artwork on International Drive in Orlando. Records show Disney seeking approval from Orange County for the installation at 8050 International Drive on the Hollywood Plaza garage. A letter from Orange County dated April 2, 2021 approved the “Dynamic Art”, which allows Disney to … Read more
A Salt & Straw ice cream shop is coming soon to Disney Springs at Walt Disney World. Salt & Straw hinted at the announcement yesterday and confirmed it in a press release today. CEO and co-founder Kim Malek wrote, “It’s a dream come true for our little Portland, Oregon ice cream company to have the … Read more
Starting July 6, Disney Springs will be hosting “Flavors of Florida” to celebrate the sunshine state and its citrus flavors. Over 20 retail and dining locations at Disney Springs are participating with “Flavors of Florida” plates, cocktails, and products. Here are a few that Disney has already announced: Shop The Florida Sunshine Collection at Basin … Read more
The Fjording in EPCOT’s Norway Pavilion is undergoing renovation, with a section of the store blocked off by stanchions. As a result, the giant troll has taken a stroll to a different section of the store. A section of the wall where renovation is taking place has scrim up in front of it. We were … Read more