Trusses Go Up For Summer Tribute Store at Universal Studios Florida

Trusses have gone up at the entrance to the Tribute Store in Universal Studios Florida. As we reported yesterday, the store will likely have a retro theme inspired by “Jaws,” “Back to the Future,” and “E.T.” The trusses frame the entrance, which is the I. Stein & Co. façade. They sit on two large black … Read more

New Plant-Based and Seasonal Dishes Coming to California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort on May 26

Starting May 26, California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort will have several new plant-based dishes as well as new seasonal dishes. Appetizers The Florida Peach and Raspberry Salad highlight some of Florida’s fresh, bright, and flavorful ingredients by featuring grilled and fresh peaches, raspberry variations, steel-cut oat granola tart, red onion, and a whipped raspberry vinaigrette. The … Read more

New 50th Anniversary OtterBox Phone Charging Kit at Walt Disney World

A new portable charging kit by OtterBox is now available at Walt Disney World for the resort’s 50th anniversary. We found this kit at Celebrity 5&10 in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. 50th Anniversary Portable Charging Kit – $49.95 The kit contains a battery pack and a 3-in-1 cable. It advertises up to 14 hours of battery, but … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 5/15/22 (All Hallows Hula Boutique Summer Overlay, Pteranodon Flyers Closed, Caro-Seuss-el Construction Progress, and More)

Greetings from the Universal Orlando Resort! It’s a hot, humid day, but we’re ready to make our way around the parks and see what’s happening today. Let’s head over to Universal Studios Florida first. It’s heartbreaking to walk by Monsters Cafe. The restaurant was announced permanently closed, so we’ll be eager to see what takes … Read more

Two Stormalong Bay Bridges Covered by Scrim at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

While Stormalong Bay remains open at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, the bridges over the water are closed for refurbishment. White scrim now completely covers two bridges. Work began on the bridge to the left but has now moved to both bridges. White construction walls sit on the island between the bridges. Scaffolding and scrim fully … Read more

First Look at Marvel’s ‘Echo,’ Now Filming in Atlanta

Marvel’s “Echo” starring Alaqua Cox has begun production in Atlanta. Disney also released an image from set of Cox in costume. Cox debuted as Maya Lopez a.k.a. Echo in “Hawkeye” last year. In her spinoff series, she will leave New York City for her hometown, where she reconnects with her roots and ends up at … Read more

RUMOR: Retro Tribute Store Featuring E.T., Jaws, & Back to the Future Coming to Universal Studios Florida This Summer

Though not officially announced by Universal Orlando Resort yet, this summer’s Tribute Store at Universal Studios Florida will reportedly be retro-themed. The store will be inspired by classic films like “E.T.,” “Jaws,” and “Back to the Future.” Merchandise debuted at Universal Studios Hollywood earlier this week and it’s likely we will see the same on … Read more

Spooky Haunted Mansion Decor Materializes at Spirit Halloween

Since we’re just over halfway to Halloween, Spirit Halloween has released a collection of new and returning merchandise and decor themed to the iconic Haunted Mansion so you can plan your spooky season a bit early! Victor Geist The Haunted Mansion Statue – $89.99 This officially licensed figure features Victor Geist seated at his sprawling … Read more

New Super Nintendo World Mini Backpack at Universal Studios Hollywood

Hop in the nearest warp pipe, and collect this new Super Nintendo World Mini Backpack. It’s available now in Universal Studios Hollywood at Feature Presentation. Super Nintendo World Mini Backpack – $65 The mini backpack is white. “Super Nintendo World” appears in white letters, on the front of the backpack. The words are featured on a … Read more

PHOTOS: Mirabel from ‘Encanto’ Returns to Enchant at Paradise Gardens Park in Disney California Adventure

Mirabel Meet and Greet Paradise Gardens

Mirabel, the star of Disney’s ‘Encanto,’ returns to welcome guests, at Disney California Adventure. The heroine’s Meet-and-Greet can be found at Paradise Gardens Park. Mirabel will probably talk about Bruno, or any topic you’d like, at her colorful hut. As we had reported, the “Encanto”-themed hut at Paradise Gardens Park looked primed for the return … Read more

PHOTOS: New Universal Monsters Merchandise Arrives Ahead of Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood

As we previously reported, the first maze in the lineup for Halloween Horror Nights 2022 was announced — Universal Monsters: Legends Collide features The Mummy, Dracula, and The Wolf Man. Now, new merchandise featuring this trio was spotted in Production Central at Universal Studios Hollywood. Universal Monsters Halloween Horror Nights T-Shirt – $28.00 The Mummy, Dracula, … Read more