Shannen Ace 
The scaffolding and scrim installed by Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at Disney’s Hollywood Studios a few weeks ago has been removed. No More Construction at Millennium Falcon The scaffolding was near the back of the Millennium Falcon, next to the ride’s outdoor queue. There are no signs of construction now and we don’t see any … Read more
WALL-E and EVE have landed at Disneyland Resort. The pair will appear on Wednesdays for the rest of Earth Month in the hotel’s lobby. WALL-E and EVE Meet and Greet As we saw in Disney’s video, EVE holds WALL-E’s hand so she “floats” alongside him. Both bots can turn their heads and move their outer … Read more
Crews are now trying to remove the lime green water from the Cinderella Castle moat at Magic Kingdom. Lime Green Water at Magic Kingdom Soon after our morning report on the green water, crews arrived to assess the situation. It seems the green was from spilled tracer dye, which is used for testing leaks in … Read more
Walt Disney Imagineering filed a new permit for construction at the former Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, which is becoming Imagineering offices. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Permit The new permit is for 211 S Studio Dr, which is not the main hotel but the adjacent administration building. In the aerial photo above, the administration building is … Read more
The kiddie pool at Disney’s Pop Century Resort will soon close for routine maintenance. Pop Century Kiddie Pool Refurbishment The kiddie pool deck will be closed from Monday, April 13 through late April. The deck is behind Classic Hall, near the main Hippy Dippy Pool. It’s a very shallow pool with water fountains. Hippy Dippy … Read more
During the Tokyo DisneySea 25th Anniversary “Sparkling Jubilee,” Hotel MiraCosta lights up each evening for the “Sparkling Jubilee Night” projection show. “Sparkling Jubilee Night” Set to the 25th anniversary theme song, “Sparkling Jubilee Night” is about four minutes. It opens with images from the park’s dedication back in 2001. The ship that Disney and Oriental … Read more
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa has a new branded Loungefly mini backpack and long-sleeved shirt. Grand Californian Hotel Loungefly Mini Backpack – $88 The backpack is made of green canvas with brown simulated leather accents. There’s a front flap pocket with two pleather straps. Embroidered on the flap is “Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & … Read more
Despite rumors, Universal claims the land grading work on a plot of land near Epic Universe is just for “maintenance and nothing more.” Land Grading Near Epic Universe A few weeks ago, crews began clearing the land along Universal Blvd next to Topgolf Orlando. They then brought in sand for grading or leveling of the … Read more
Primer has appeared on the giant guitar outside Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The guitar will soon get a groovy makeover inspired by the Muppets. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Guitar Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith closed permanently on March 1. Crews then erected construction walls, scaffolding, and scrim in front of … Read more
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom is getting closer to reopening with an effect restored and cast members possibly testing the ride on Wednesday. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Refurbishment The pipes sticking out of the queue building were either repainted or replaced recently. We saw steam rising from the pipe on the far side … Read more
Disney held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the reimagined Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom on Wednesday morning. After cast member previews and a soft opening, the ride has officially relaunched. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Ribbon Cutting Dozens of Tomorrowland cast members, Walt Disney World Ambassadors Serena and Shannon, and Magic Kingdom … Read more
The updated Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom has officially reopened, and with a brand-new scoring system and interactive targets, there are more ways to earn a high score and become a Galactic Hero. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Scoring The new ride vehicles have video monitors in front of guests displaying their … Read more
It’s not the Chicago River on St. Patrick’s Day — it’s the Cinderella Castle moat in Magic Kingdom. There are a currently a few inches of lime green water on the Liberty Square side of the castle. Lime Green Moat The moat is still mostly drained but this green water runs from the Liberty Square dam, … Read more
Tokyo DisneySea has a special guide for its 25th anniversary in the style of the resort’s discontinued Today Guides. Different from a regular map, this guide includes information about special entertainment, menu items, and merchandise. Tokyo DisneySea 25th Anniversary Guide On the front of the guide is Mickey in his “Jubilee Blue” 25th anniversary outfit. … Read more
Crews have torn up pavement and flower beds for refurbishment around the Disneyland Hotel parking lot. Disneyland Hotel Parking Lot Construction Part of the median flower bed at the roadway entrance to the resort has been demolished. The dirt left behind is surrounded by a tall fence. The entrance and exit remain open. A temporary … Read more
Celebrate the upcoming FIFA World Cup with new soccer jerseys inspired by Disneyland and Walt Disney World from DisneyStore.com. Both shirts come in sizes XS to 3XL and are made of polyester. Disneyland Soccer Shirt – $64.99 Represent Disneyland with this navy blue jersey featuring red trim and white details. Half of the shirt features … Read more
