University of Central Florida students will get to learn on-site at Universal Orlando Resort with the establishment of the UCF/Universal Creative Lab. Universal Creative announced the lab on their Instagram account, which debuted earlier this year. Universal described the program in the post: We are so excited to announce the UCF/Universal Creative Lab, offering students … Read more
While we’ve already seen plenty of the Princess Tiana Color Me Courtney items which first debuted at D23 Expo 2022, some more items have made their way down to the Disneyland Resort. Princess Tiana Color Me Courtney T-Shirt – $39.99 This white shirt has a gold pattern around the collar. A stylized depiction of Tiana … Read more
This past August, we reported that a new shop, the Character Shop, has opened on the Lower Lot at Universal Studios Hollywood. It is not far from the Warp Pipe that will take guests into Super Nintendo World in early 2023. We visited the shop and found these adorable Mario, Luigi, Yoshi, and Toad puppets … Read more
In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, “Halloween Ends” star Jamie Lee Curtis spoke about the new “Haunted Mansion” film scheduled to hit theaters on August 11, 2023. “I think they found the sweet spot of scary, funny, and adventure,” Curtis said. “You know, it’s cooking. I barely cook, I attempt cooking all the time, and … Read more
Guests who booked Port Adventures and other onboard experiences on October 19 and 20 may see their plans cancelled following an error which allowed these activities to be overbooked. Messages are being sent out from Disney Cruise Line and travel agents apologizing for the error. No specific details were given as to what specific experiences … Read more
The glitz and glamour of Hollywood doesn’t have to end when you leave Universal Studios Hollywood for CityWalk, pretty soon there will be a new shop called Celebrity Authentics, dedicated to autographed celebrity memorabilia! The shop is setting up in the former Sketchers location, next to Locker Room by Lids. Their website describes it as … Read more
As we count down the days until TRON Lightcycle / Run finally opens in Magic Kingdom, we’ll continue to check on construction from the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover. Crews have begun to plant foliage in the area around the coaster. There are several planters near the walkway that leads to the entrance of TRON Lightcycle … Read more
Information has been released about Disneyland Resort’s famous hand-pulled 18-inch candy canes, which are returning for the 2022 holiday season. These special treats will be available at Candy Palace in Disneyland Park on December 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, and 24. They will be available at Trolley Treats in Disney California Adventure on December … Read more
“it’s a small world” at Disneyland Park will close on Monday, October 24, 2022, to receive its holiday overlay. Last year, the holiday version of “it’s a small world” was delayed due to flooding in the attraction. Cast Members worked hard to finish fixing the ride and it opened in early December. Watch our video … Read more
There is still no opening date for Universal’s Great Movie Escape at Universal CityWalk Orlando, but new banners now hang outside the upcoming escape room attraction. Construction walls came down last month. There is a banner each for the “Jurassic World” escape room and the “Back to the Future” escape room. The “Jurassic World” banner … Read more
Disney California Adventure hours have been extended during the week of Thanksgiving 2022. From Saturday, November 19 through Saturday, November 26, Disney California Adventure will remain open until 11:00 p.m. instead of 10:00 p.m. It will continue to open at 8:00 a.m. Will you be celebrating Thanksgiving at a Disney park?
A new retro Vault Collection bucket hat by Vans is now available at Walt Disney World. We found it in the Main Street Cinema at Magic Kingdom. Vault Collection Bucket Hat – $39.99 The hat is black, with a Disney x Vans patch on one side. It’s patterned all over with yellow, red, green, and … Read more
Although we’re still knee-deep in Halloween Horror Nights here at Universal Studios Hollywood, the park is already prepping for the most wonderful time of the year! We spotted the first Christmas garland of the season already installed on some buildings at the park. The Palace Deli and Market already has its garland up, which features … Read more
It seemed like just another Central Florida summer thunderstorm when guests at the Magic Kingdom sought shelter under an overhang at the theme park — a good place to hide from the rain. But tempers soon flared up in the close quarters. Susan, 68, from Indiana, tried to maneuver her motorized wheelchair into the space, … Read more
Construction continues at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, which is undergoing a big refurbishment. Earlier this month, the Boca Chica building reopened amidst the renovation. Construction walls still wind around other buildings of the resort. We can see tarps in the windows of this building. Scaffolding covers a section where crew members have been … Read more
The newest line of Disney plush is already expanding as holiday Munchlings are now available at Walt Disney World. Peppermint Bark Cupcake Mickey Holiday Munchling – $34.99 The cupcake Mickey has peppermint bark pieces in his chocolate frosting and a dollop of peppermint swirl on top of his head. The “frosting” is very glittery. His … Read more