Shannen Ace 
Crews have started installing a new boundary wall along the Sassagoula River at Walt Disney World after we first saw work in mid-March. They are tearing down the old wall and then installing the new, more durable wall. Sassagoula River Wall According to the captain of our Sassagoula River Cruise boat, the entire 3+ mile … Read more
Spring has sprung so guests can once again join Disney conservation experts to check on purple martin nests at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort. Purple Martin Nest Checks Nest checks are available on Mondays and Fridays. Guests can meet with a Disney’s Animals, Science and Environment representative at 9 a.m. on the Turf Club Patio or … Read more
Disney Cruise Line is currently offering 25% off select 7-night Alaskan cruises on the Disney Wonder and Disney Magic. The sailings all leave from Vancouver this June and July. Disney Cruise Line Alaska Cruise Discount The discount is available on the following sail dates, ships, and stateroom categories: 25% and 20% off is still available … Read more
Disneyland Resort has a new series of fuzzy character-inspired journals, plus a Chip ‘n’ Dale pen. We found the Rex and Donald journals at World of Disney and the Chip ‘n’ Dale items at Disney Storyland Boutique in Downtown Disney District. Rex Fuzzy Journal – $29.99 The Rex journal is covered in faux green fur. … Read more
From Regal View Lounge to Nordic Crowns Tavern, join us on a walk around Adventure Bay at Disney Adventure World to try new food and drinks. Regal View Lounge Check out our tour of the interior of Regal View Restaurant & Lounge and the full menu. Garden Zinger – € 14 (non-alcoholic) Babylon Garden – … Read more
In honor of Earth Month, Disney shared how they are helping pollinators like bees and butterflies around the world as part of their Disney Planet Possible commitment. Local Students Create Pollinator Habitats for Cotino Through a collaboration between The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and Cotino, the first Storyliving by Disney residential community, local high … Read more
Universal Studios Hollywood is getting ready for Universal Fan Fest Nights starting in just a few weeks. The after hours event features experiences inspired by ONE PIECE, Harry Potter, and more. Decorations and other signs of prep work have gone up throughout the park. CityWalk Production Central in CityWalk is decorated with Scooby-Doo and Universal … Read more
A variety of new glow-in-the-dark apparel, as well as a mug, ornament, and snacks have arrived at Pandora – The World of Avatar in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. New Pandora – The World of Avatar Merchandise These items are available in Windtraders, the Pandora gift shop. Embroidered T-Shirt – $39.99 “Pandora” is embroidered across the chest of this … Read more
The Walt Disney Family Museum is hosting a free virtual talk with the creators of Little Golden Book Disneyland is Your Land! next week. Illustrators Scott Tilley and Nick Balian will take participants on a behind-the-scenes look at the book’s creation. Little Golden Book Disneyland is Your Land! Virtual Talk Join us for a virtual … Read more
The China Center for International Economic Exchanges (CCIEE) released a research report looking at how Shanghai Disney Resort was built and shaped by the concept of “Authentically Disney, Distinctly Chinese.” “Authentically Disney, Distinctly Chinese” Shanghai Disney Resort opened in 2016 and will celebrate its 10th anniversary this year. The “Authentically Disney, Distinctly Chinese” mantra was … Read more
A series of new keychains at Walt Disney World are inspired by famous character silhouettes: Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Winnie the Pooh, and Stitch. We found these at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom. Mickey Silhouette Keychain – $11.99 The Mickey keychain is red and shaped like his iconic head. It hangs on a short silver … Read more
Walt Disney Imagineering has filed a new permit for construction at the Cars-inspired Piston Peak National Park addition to Frontierland in Magic Kingdom. Piston Peak National Park Construction Permit The Notice of Commencement lists Balfour Beatty as the contractor for “General Construction” near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom. Balfour Beatty is a general … Read more
Air Canada will soon host La Poutinerie, a reimagined Refreshment Port near the Canada pavilion at EPCOT. La Poutinerie Concept Art Refreshment Port has been closed since January and though a reopening date is still not available, Air Canada revealed concept art for the updated venue, which is “coming soon.” Refreshment Port already sold poutine … Read more
Sparks were flying at the site of the new Tropical Americas land in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Thursday morning. There was a lot of activity as crew members worked on steel and removed a sign from the extinct Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures. Tropical Americas Construction There has been a lot of development around the new … Read more
The Tokyo DisneySea 25th anniversary celebration is upon us and among the souvenirs is a literal Sparkling Jubilee popcorn bucket. “Sparkling Jubilee” is the theme of the celebration, centered around the color Jubilee Blue. Sparkling Jubilee Popcorn Bucket – ¥3,500 This is a standard popcorn tub with a sparkly blue exterior. Wrapped around one side … Read more
Cast members at the Coral Reef Restaurant in EPCOT’s The Seas pavilion have brand-new costumes. Coral Reef Cast Member Costumes The new costumes consist of light blue long-sleeved button-up shirts and black pants. The old costumes were short-sleeved teal and orange color-blocked shirts with blue pants. Over the past few years, Walt Disney World has … Read more
