Disney Genie+ has reached its highest price ever at Disneyland Resort, where it is available for $30 per person today. Earlier this month, Genie+ was raised from $20 to “start at $25” per person, per day as Disney switched the service to variable pricing. This means the price can change day-by-day based on expected crowds. … Read more
Good morning from a chilly Magic Kingdom. It was 50 degrees when we entered the park this morning. We will be on the hunt for all things new and we will try to stay warm today! Let’s get started. Crowds were light this morning. We’re not sure if the cooler temperatures were chasing people away … 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 Friday, October 21, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more
Following this evening’s performance of “Harmonious” at EPCOT, one of the barges has caught fire on World Showcase Lagoon. Twitter user @tim_beekman reported that the barge caught fire following this evening’s performance of “Harmonious” at EPCOT. The barge on fire appears to be one of the fireworks barges docked near the taco-shaped multimedia barges. A … Read more
A new Pixar holiday collection, including a Spirit Jersey and Crocs, has arrived at Walt Disney World. We found these in Beverly Sunset Shop at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Pixar Holiday Spirit Jersey – $89.99 The Spirit Jersey is white with a red check pattern on the bottom. A Mike Wazowski wreath is on the front. … Read more
CommuniCore Hall, named for a defunct EPCOT pavilion, is quickly taking shape in the center of the park a year ahead of its planned opening. 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
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