Though not announced as part of the Earth Day 2023 offerings, a new Dino Dig Ice Cream Sandwich is now available at Dino-Bite Snacks. The new Earth Day treats also celebrate the 25th anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, which opened on Earth Day 1998. Just down the way from The Boneyard, we find this ice … Read more
Walt Disney World has announced monthly themes for their own version of the 100th anniversary celebration, which will begin when the 50th anniversary ends this month. According to the Disney Rewards site, “Monthly spotlights on some Disney favorite franchises like Pixar, Mickey & Friends, and Disney Princess will help Guests fully enjoy and immerse themselves … Read more
Both Disneyland and Walt Disney World guests may see the return of fan-favorite nighttime parades. Sources indicate that the Main Street Electrical Parade will return to Walt Disney World, while the Paint the Night parade will return to Disneyland Resort. It is assumed that the Main Street Electrical Parade will return to Disneyland this summer … Read more
Special Earth Day treats have arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Visit Flame Tree Barbecue to try the Bubbling Pink Lagoon drink, now available through April 30. Bubbling Pink Lagoon with Vodka – $13.50 SVEDKA Vodka, Minute Maid® Premium Strawberry Lemonade, Sprite®, and Kiwi flavor A non-alcoholic version of this drink is available with a glow … Read more
Celebrate Earth Day and 25 years of Disney’s Animal Kingdom with a series of special treats. At Tamu Tamu Refreshments is the Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail Sundae, now available through April 30. The treat is named after the park’s Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail attraction. The treat’s name is so long, it doesn’t fit on the … Read more
Earth Day celebrations have begun at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, which means special Earth Day treats are available! At Pizzafari, guests can enjoy the new Elephant Cupcake and Viva Gaia Tonic. The park is also celebrating its 25th anniversary this Earth Day on April 22. The Elephant Cupcake is also available at Restaurantosaurus. Both items will … Read more
Captain Minnie revealed a new adventure-themed outfit that she will be wearing exclusively on the Disney Treasure, a new Disney Cruise Line ship setting sail next year. The new outfit includes a blue jacket, a red and white polka-dot ascot, a safari hat wrapped in a red and white polka-dot ribbon, khaki pants, and brown … Read more
Brian Robinson and Eric Parr have been promoted at Universal Destinations & Experiences (previously Universal Parks & Resorts), chairman-CEO Mark Woodbury announced in a memo to staff today. Robinson has been appointed to the role of EVP, Chief Creative Officer. He is currently EVP, Brand Strategy & Creative at Universal Products & Experiences. Robinson will … Read more
Disney Cruise Line has announced a new sweepstake in honor of the live-action “The Little Mermaid,” which swims into theaters on May 26. At the same time “The Little Mermaid” premieres on land, it will premiere on every ship of the Disney Cruise Line fleet. Sweepstake winners will be able to sail on the Disney … Read more
TRON Lightcycle / Run soft opened at Magic Kingdom ahead of its official grand opening on April 4, 2023. Only guests who have purchased individual Lightning Lane access or snagged a virtual queue boarding group can ride the new attraction. Unfortunately, the callback time for the virtual queue can change significantly and Disney isn’t accommodating … Read more
Universal Destinations & Experiences has filed several trademarks potentially for Epic Universe attractions. Epic Universe will be a new park at Universal Orlando Resort and is expected to open in summer 2025. Though only Super Nintendo World has been confirmed, rumored lands include a Universal Classic Monsters land, How to Train Your Dragon land, and … Read more
More construction walls have gone up in the land formerly known as Woody Woodpecker’s KidZone at Universal Studios Florida, this time at the exit of E.T. Adventure. There was previously a small forest of trees outside E.T. Adventure and E.T.’s Toy Closet, but most of the trees have been removed and blue walls surround the … Read more
Operating hours for TRON Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom have been reduced today during the ride’s soft opening period. TRON Lightcycle / Run has been closing at 8:00 p.m. daily during its soft opening for the past week and a half. Today, March 28, it will close at 6:30 p.m. Hours may continue to … Read more
Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can save up to 35% on select Walt Disney World Resort hotel rooms this summer. The discounted rates are available for stays most nights from July 11 to September 28, 2023. Eligible Rooms Save up to 35%: Save up to 30%: Save up to 25%: Save up to 15%: Save … Read more
It seems Disney will no longer pursue a “Metaverse” as the entire department has been laid off. The company began the first in a series of 7,000 layoffs yesterday, and the Wall Street Journal reports the Next Generation Storytelling department of 50 employees has been cut. Next Generation Storytelling The department, championed by former CEO … Read more
A few months after the teaser trailer was released, the first full trailer for Pixar’s “Elemental” has debuted. Watch it below. “Elemental” is described as follows: ”In a city where fire, water, land, & air residents live together, a fiery young woman & a go-with-the-flow guy will discover something elemental: How much they have in … Read more