A new pre-show featuring “Inside Out 2” will play ahead of “World of Color — ONE.” According to the official Disneyland site, the “Inside Out 2” portion, called the “Emotional Rollercoaster” pre-show will kick off May 31. It will feature familiar emotions from 2015’s “Inside Out,” like Joy and Sadness, along with new emotions to … Read more
A new Ki-Adi-Mundi Legacy Lightsaber hilt collectible box set is available today at the Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, and DisneyStore.com. Ki-Adi-Mundi Legacy Lightsaber Hilt The Hilt of a Jedi Lightsaber Hilt Set – Limited Edition – $325 On our visit to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we got to see the new Ki-Adi-Mundi “Hilt of … Read more
Lisa Valentino, a senior executive at Disney Advertising Sales, has left The Walt Disney Company, according to Variety. Disney Advertising Executive Exits Company Valentino was executive vice president of category sales and client solutions at the time of her departure. The exit comes as part of a planned reorganizing of the advertising sales team. “Any … Read more
A new T-shirt and limited edition pin celebrating the fifth anniversary of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge has arrived at Walt Disney World Resort. New Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge 5th Anniversary Merchandise On a recent visit to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we found the T-shirt and pin for sale in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. The items celebrate … Read more
Pixar Animation Studios executives are considering more sequels and reboots of their most popular films as they try to right the studio’s reputation as the best of the best. In a new report by Bloomberg, Pixar President Jim Morris, Chief Creative Officer Pete Docter, and Senior VP of Development Lindsey Collins spoke about the studio’s … Read more
There are four construction boxes up in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland, reportedly because crews are repainting part of the park’s giant compass rose. Disneyland Construction Boxes The boxes are tall and gray with slightly pointed walls — making them look a little like castle towers. They are on the four points of the … Read more
A new sweet treat has arrived at Magic Kingdom — the Mickey Chocolate Mint Sandwich Cookie, inspired by this month’s Disney Eats merchandise collection. We spotted the treat for sale in the Main Street Confectionery. Mickey Chocolate Mint Sandwich Cookie – $7.79 This cookie is just okay. If you’re really craving something minty, this is … Read more
During EPCOT construction, more “Encanto” theming has been added to the screen in CommuniCore Plaza and Cast Members are previewing the new Mickey & Friends meet and greet in CommuniCore Hall. CommuniCore Plaza When CommuniCore Hall and Plaza open on June 10, “Celebración Encanto” will debut in the Plaza. Flags adorn the overhang of the … Read more
The themed audio that plays in the parking garages at Universal Orlando Resort has been changed. All sections now have the same guest informational spiel rather than unique audio experiences based on the parking level. Universal Orlando Resort Parking Garage Audio Replaced On today’s visit to Universal Orlando Resort, we noticed that changes had been … Read more
The Walt Disney Company recently resumed political contributions in Florida after two years. Though they are not yet making cash donations, they are providing in-kind donations like park tickets to Florida politicians — including a Republican Representative Josie Tomkow, who voted in support of the Parental Rights in Education Act, a.k.a. the “Don’t Say Gay” bill. … Read more
A first look at the new entrance to Downtown Disney District has been shared on the shopping and entertainment destination’s new Instagram account. New Downtown Disney Entrance The new entrance includes spread-out security tables, silver gates, and a new overhead covering with large silver letters that spell out “Downtown Disney.” It is located on the … Read more
Disney PhotoPass Service is offering 10 new photo ops this summer at Walt Disney World Resort. New Disney PhotoPass Opportunities This Summer Disney’s Animal Kingdom Disney’s Animal Kingdom will have two new Disney PhotoPass opportunities this summer. The first is a video captured by the photographer across from the “Feathered Friends in Flight!” bird show. … Read more
Disney Eats on Instagram has announced that two new menu items are coming to Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in June. New Dishes at Docking Bay 7 Joining the menu on June 3, the first new item is a dessert: Black Spire Mousse. This treat … Read more
Walt Disney Imagineering has shared a new Instagram Reel offering a sneak peek at a country-inspired cover of “Try Everything” from “Zootopia” that will be part of the reimagined Country Bear Musical Jamboree when it opens this summer at Walt Disney World. ‘Try Everything’ from Country Bear Musical Jamboree The video begins with an introduction … Read more
“Special Spice”, the new original song from Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, is now available on music streaming services. ‘Special Spice’ From Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Disney Parks fans can now stream “Special Spice” from Tiana’s Bayou Adventure on Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube Music. The song’s title was announced during the second episode of “We Call It … Read more
In a new Instagram Reel from Disney Parks and the Walt Disney World Ambassadors, Disney has shared more footage of the finale scene on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, as well as a snippet of the ride’s original song. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure On-Ride Footage The Reel begins with Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Cast Members (wearing their new costumes), … Read more
