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Joe Rohde, the former Imagineer who led the creation of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, revealed on Instagram that prior to his retirement, he had spent 15 years trying to get a Tropical Americas land added to the park. And even some of his plans included replacing DinoLand. Joe Rohde Approves of Tropical Americas Since DinoLand’s permanent … Read more
Crews have completed even more concrete footers for Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift at Universal Studios Florida. The roller coaster is replacing Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Construction The construction site is visible from Hard Rock Cafe in CityWalk. There are several concrete footers with wood boxes on top of them … Read more
The PhotoPass Studio at Disney Springs has debuted a new seasonal backdrop inspired by Tangled. The studio is located next to Marketplace Co-op at Disney Springs. Tangled PhotoPass Backdrop The backdrop features The Snuggly Duckling and its sign with a cute yellow duck. The floor decal resembles the dirt floor of the forest. There are … Read more
Walt Disney World currently has Valentine’s Day Magic Shots available with Disney PhotoPass photographers. Disney did not state where exactly these shots are available but guests can ask PhotoPass photographers throughout the parks if they have a Valentine’s Day shot. Valentine’s Day Magic Shots One Magic Shot has guests appearing to blow heart-shaped confetti. Disney … Read more
Universal Volcano Bay at Universal Orlando Resort will become completely cashless beginning on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Universal Volcano Bay Cashless Starting on that date, all purchases inside Volcano Bay can only be made with credit or debit card, Universal Pay, Universal Gift Cards, and other tap-to-pay methods. Guests who bring cash must use Cash-to-Card … Read more
Celebrations have begun for the 25th anniversary of Disney California Adventure, which opened its gates on February 8, 2001. The marquee of Carthay Circle Restaurant, a main icon of the park, wishes the park a happy 25th birthday. Carthay Circle Marquee The marquee now reads “Happy 25th Birthday” with pixie dust elements. It previously honored … Read more
Walt Disney World has a new glow in the dark travel tumbler featuring The Haunted Mansion. The Haunted Mansion Travel Tumbler – $39.99 The Stanley-style tumbler is black with silver-tone hardware. It has an adjustable handle. The Haunted Mansion wordmark is on one side in white. On the reverse is detailed white lineart of the … Read more
Two redesigned Kilimanjaro Safaris-inspired toy sets have arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort. These are updated versions of old toy sets. We found them in Riverside Depot. Mickey Remote Control Safari Truck – $29.99 This set includes Mickey driving a safari truck and a circular remote control. In addition to new … Read more
A new car window decal inspired by Walt Disney World is available at the resort. We found it in Test Track Gear Shop at EPCOT. Walt Disney World Window Decal – $11.99 The decal is black with a blue Mickey icon outline. In the center is Cinderella Castle lineart. The cursive Walt Disney World wordmark … Read more
The newest Disney Princess baseball jerseys at Walt Disney World are based on Rapunzel from Tangled and Tiana from The Princess and the Frog. We spotted the jerseys in Legends of Hollywood at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Star Traders in Magic Kingdom. Rapunzel Baseball Jersey – $79.99 This jersey has a split design. One side … Read more
It’s Mardi Gras season at Universal Studios Florida and that means a new Tribute Store is open. This seasonal store offers a themed walkthrough experience and event merchandise. Location The Mardi Gras Tribute Store is in the park’s Hollywood section. The entrance is the Williams of Hollywood facade, and the exit is Studio Styles. TonTon’s … Read more
Walt Disney World has a new cup and saucer set, as well as a light-up ornament inspired by Princess Jasmine and the Morocco Pavilion of EPCOT. Jasmine Cup & Saucer Set – $27.99 The items are stoneware with a dark blue and teal green Moroccan pattern. The cup features Jasmine in her teal two-piece next … Read more
Disney Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel at Disneyland Paris is offering three drinks inspired by Wonder Man for a limited time. All eight episodes of Wonder Man were released on Disney+ last week. Wonder Man Cocktails These drinks are available at Skyline Bar at Disney Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel. … Read more
Space Mountain at Disneyland and Golden Zephyr at Disney California Adventure will both close soon for refurbishments. Space Mountain & Golden Zephyr Refurbishments Space Mountain will be closed starting on Monday, February 23. It is only scheduled to be closed for four days, reopening on Friday, February 27. A recent permit has been filed to … Read more
Disney Store has a new Minnie Mouse Valentine’s Day ear headband by BaubleBar featuring pink bows and acrylic stones. If you want these ears by Valentine’s Day on February 14, make sure to order them soon. Minnie Mouse Valentine’s Day Ear Headband by BaubleBar – $44.99 The headband and padded ears are covered in red … Read more
Alongside the release of the Zootopia Passholder magnet, Walt Disney World has released a Passholder-exclusive Carrot Cake Sundae. This homage to Judy Hopps is vanilla ice cream, carrot cake crumbs, and more in a waffle bowl. It’s available at Terra Treats in Disney’s Animal Kingdom from February 5 to March 15. To purchase, Walt Disney World … Read more
