Shannen Michaelsen 
This past year has seen a roller-coaster of a journey for construction on TRON Lightcycle / Run. In December, the show building was sealed off from the elements as interior construction on the coaster stagnated. Last month, however, we saw set pieces being moved into the building indicating construction had resumed inside. Scaffolding then went … Read more
Instead of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, Magic Kingdom is hosting the Disney After Hours Boo Bash this year. Dates and pricing were announced last week and tickets went on sale for select resort guests today. However, guests are reporting difficulty purchasing tickets. There is no option to purchase tickets via the Walt Disney World website, … Read more
The jobs for EPCOT’s upcoming Space 220 posted by Patina Restaurant Group last month have reopened. Seven positions are currently open for applications. The job listings may be a sign that the restaurant is gearing up for an opening. The often-delayed opening was originally set for winter 2019. It looked like Space 220 may open … Read more
During Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference today, Senior Vice President of Software Engineering Craig Federighi announced SharePlay, a new feature that will allow users to share streaming content on FaceTime calls. “SharePlay is a powerful new set of features for shared experiences that you can enjoy when you’re on a FaceTime call,” Federighi said. Several major … Read more
Disney’s Animal Kingdom isn’t the only place guests might spot fun wildlife. An otter was seen today at Disney Springs. The otter was swimming by the Paddlefish restaurant in Lake Buena Vista, a waterway connected to the Sassagoula River and several other rivers and lakes. If you’re having trouble finding the otter, here’s a zoomed-in … Read more
After their debut a few days ago, the animatronics in the new “trapped safari” scene of Magic Kingdom’s Jungle Cruise are now moving. Watch our video of the updated scene with movement below: The animatronics are only moving slightly, but it does add more life to the refurbished scene. A new “Boats & Baits and … Read more
Last week, construction was finally visible at the site of Journey of Water, the new Moana-inspired attraction coming to EPCOT. Scaffolding has now been erected around the small structure. Two crew members were on the scaffolding today. It surrounds a steel and green framework. Other than that, there is not much to see of construction. … Read more
The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will begin on July 15 and run through November 20. In addition to some new food booths opening in July, three more will open on October 1, the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World. According to the Walt Disney World website,, the following marketplaces will be new in … Read more
The playground within the Dumbo the Flying Elephant queue in Magic Kingdom has reopened, the first Walt Disney World theme park playground to do so since the COVID-19 closure. The interactive queue for Dumbo the Flying Elephant first opened with New Fantasyland back in 2012. Inside the tent, guests can get a pager and then … Read more
The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will be returning on July 15, 2021, and running through November 20. Disney has announced new information about the festival, which will be sponsored by CORKCICLE this year. At Shimmering Sips and four other locations, guests will be able to get sparkling beverages in a keepsake CORKCICLE container. … Read more
The newest color collection from Walt Disney World is mint. This collection includes Spirit Jersey and Loungefly products, and of course a Minnie Mouse ear headband. You can find the collection in the Emporium at Magic Kingdom. Spirit Jersey – $69.99 This standard Spirit Jersey has the Walt Disney World logo on the front, and … Read more
As we reported it would last month, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom is now closed for refurbishment. The entrances and exits are blocked off and a Cast Member stood outside to answer questions. According to signs, there’s been a mountain goat infestation at the mine. Thankfully, we know this infestation will be cleared … Read more
One of the final elements of the refurbishment of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is the porte-cochère roof. It has been under construction in front of the Monorail station for a few weeks now, getting a colorful centerpiece at the end of May. Corrugated panels have since been added to most of the roof, which we … Read more
Universal Studios Hollywood reopened in mid-April, giving us our first good look at construction of Super Nintendo World since it began in August 2020. We already have a pretty good idea of what it will look like since the land opened at Universal Studios Japan earlier this year. It’s hard to get a good look … Read more
Complimentary MagicBands may be a thing of the past, but new MagicBand styles are still being released. If bands are not your style, then this new MagicKeepers clip might be for you. Minnie Mouse MagicKeepers Clip – $29.99 The MagicKeeper comes with a MagicBand puck in a silicone Minnie-shaped holder. The retractable carabiner clip can … Read more
The “Know Before You Go” page of Walt Disney World’s website has been updated to no longer include any mention of six-foot physical distancing, suggesting distancing will be reduced in stores and restaurants now. When it was first announced physical distancing would be reduced, the page stated the following: Temporary adjustments are still in place … Read more