Robbie Coltrane, known for playing Rubeus Hagrid in the “Harry Potter” films, has passed away at age 72. Coltrane also portrayed Hagrid for Universal theme park attractions, including Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Beyond Potter, he has appeared in several film and TV roles since the 1980s, including James Bond … Read more
Today BBC Studios and Macy’s announced that Bluey, the star of the hit series “Bluey” will make her debut as a new giant character balloon in the 2022 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. On their official Twitter page they said, “Hey New York, we’ve heard you’re really good at Keepy Uppy,” a reference to an episode in which … Read more
You can enjoy the wilds of Disney’s Animal Kingdom a little longer this fall and winter now that hours have been extended in late October, all of November, and early December. Animal Kingdom will now open an hour earlier, at 8:00 a.m., and close an hour later, at 8:00 p.m., on October 30, November 4 … Read more
Magic Kingdom and EPCOT hours have been extended for the last few days of October, throughout November, and in early December 2022. Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom will now open at 8:00 a.m. instead of 9:00 a.m. on October 30 and 31. Early entry for hotel guests will then begin at 7:30 a.m. The park will … Read more
Alcohol has only been served in Magic Kingdom for a few years now, and only at table-service restaurants. Two new cocktails have been added to the menu at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant: Little Italy Cocktail – $16.50: Knob Creek Rye Whiskey, Amaro Averna Siciliano Liqueur, Sweet Vermouth, garnished with Luxardo Cherries Limoncello Sidecar – $15.50: Caravella … Read more
Disney has released a poster for the upcoming live-action “The Little Mermaid” adaptation. Halle Bailey, who plays Ariel, shared the poster on Twitter, writing, “Words can’t describe how immensely honored I feel to play the mermaid of my dreams, Ariel in Disney’s The Little Mermaid. Come under the sea with me, in theaters May 26, … Read more
Walt Disney World has yet another new 50th anniversary Spirit Jersey. This one, which we found in the Emporium at Magic Kingdom, is purple tie-dye and features Mickey and friends. 50th Anniversary Tie-Dye Spirit Jersey – $89.99 The tie-dye pattern is made of dark shades of purple. Mickey’s face in front of Cinderella Castle is … Read more
All systems go! A new Space Mountain board game from Ravensburger themed to one of the most popular Disney attractions of all time has arrived, and includes game pieces from all five Space Mountains around the world. Disney Space Mountain Board Game: All Systems Go – $29.99 In the new game subtitled ‘All Systems Go,’ … Read more
Marvel Studios is reportedly developing more “Special Presentations” like “Werewolf by Night” for Disney+ and Nova could be the star of one. Nova is the moniker used by several Marvel Comics superheroes working for Nova Corps, an organization prominently featured in the “Guardians of the Galaxy” films. The character was originally scheduled to appear in … Read more
Good morning from Magic Kingdom. Today we are planning on doing some shopping and looking for any construction updates we can find. We also plan on doing some resort hopping later today. Let’s get started! In the Emporium, a Pirates of the Caribbean bottle opener magnet is now available. The magnet features the Pirates of … Read more
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Thursday, October 13, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more
Relax at the beach or at Cozy Cone Pool with this new “Finding Nemo” beach towel from Ink & Paint Shop at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. “Finding Nemo” Beach Towel – $29.99 The towel is mainly blue, with bubbles to look like the ocean, with an orange border. It reads “Party in the Big … Read more
After the debut of the Disney Fab 50 Character Collection in 2021, ornament sets inspired by the golden statues were available during the holidays. A new set has debuted this year featuring five different statues. Disney Fab 50 Ornament Set – $49.99 The ornaments have detachable EARidescent ribbons. The character statues are Tinker Bell, Stitch, … Read more
Calling all Foolish Mortals! This new Haunted Mansion porcelain tray and cake stand are “dying” to come home with you. Let’s head down to Memento Mori, and take a closer look. The Haunted Mansion Porcelain Tray – $17.99 This porcelain tray is about the size of a trinket tray, and designed in the shape of … Read more
A year ahead of its planned opening, CommuniCore Hall in the center of EPCOT is taking shape. Named after the defunct Future World pavilion, CommuniCore Hall and CommuniCore Plaza replace the original festival center planned for World Celebration. They will serve as a multi-functional space that will be used during the park’s various festivals and … Read more
A Super Nintendo World store has opened in Universal CityWalk Hollywood, meaning guests no longer have to go into the park to find Universal-exclusive Nintendo merchandise. A Super Nintendo World marquee is at the store’s entrance. Inside are large blocks and a Mario flag. The entrance wall is patterned with imagery from the Nintendo universe. … Read more