Get the cutest purse in the Seven Seas with Loungefly’s newest Ariel crossbody purse from the Disney Parks collection. It’s available at the Disney Dress Shop at Downtown Disney District and on ShopDisney.com. It would look fantastic with the matching Ariel-inspired dress that debuted in February. Loungefly Ariel Crossbody Purse – $65 The purse is … Read more
Fans of Winnie the Pooh will love this new mug now available at Disneyland Resort. It not only features everyone’s favorite silly old bear but also comes with a honey stick. Winnie the Pooh Mug – $19.99 The mug resembles a tree trunk and has Winnie the Pooh peeking out of one side with a … Read more
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has spoken out against the “vaccine passports” currently under consideration by the Biden administration. The “passports” or credentials are meant to easily prove whether or not someone has been vaccinated, to allow them access to places that require proof. DeSantis does not support the “vaccine passports”, stating Florida’s approach to the … Read more
The Biden administration is reportedly working with private companies to develop some sort of “vaccine passport” or “vaccine credentials” that would allow people to prove they have been vaccinated. While Disney and Universal theme parks have not yet announced any change in policies regarding vaccinated guests, some companies have announced they will require proof of … Read more
After a nearly three-month long refurbishment, Kali River Rapids has reopened in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The annual refurbishment was originally scheduled through February 19, before being extended to April 2 (it’s still listed as closed on the Walt Disney World website). Work must have completed early however, as the ride was open today, March 29. … Read more
Missing your favorite tropical libations from Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto? Bring a little of the island life into your wardrobe with this tiki-tastic new shirt. You can pick one up at BouTiki inside Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Trader Sam’s Camp Shirt – $74.99 This bowling-style shirt is a sandy beige featuring Trader Sam’s motifs in … Read more
Disneyland Resort has a cute new Minnie Mouse ear headband that will make for a classy addition to any spring or Easter Disney outfit. Pleather Minnie Mouse Ear Headband – $29.99 The ears and headband are wrapped in pleather material. The bow in the center is made of black, white, and pink tweed fabric. The … Read more
The pavement beneath Spaceship Earth at EPCOT is being replaced section-by-section to better match the rest of the refurbished entrance area. Construction walls have been erected around the next section of pavement to be replaced. The walls are immediately obvious when approaching Spaceship Earth. The walls jut out from Spaceship Earth’s mirrored column. Pink pavement … Read more
With the new reopening date of April 3rd rapidly approaching, testing continues at the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover at the Magic Kingdom. Not only were ride vehicles cycling, but we clearly heard the attraction’s audio playing. The ride vehicles cycling this morning appeared unoccupied. There were a handful of cast members on the loading platform. … Read more
As the former Innoventions East prepares to become part of World Celebration, construction plugs along. The building used to house MouseGear, Electric Umbrella, and Innoventions. While a smaller, temporary version of MouseGear still exists, Electric Umbrella has closed permanently. The new scaffolding in the breezeway stands tall and ready. It doesn’t appear that new work … Read more
Both Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure have reached capacity as of 11:45 AM. The Universal Orlando Resort theme parks last reached capacity over a week ago. Guests wanting updates on today’s capacity can call the Universal Capacity Hotline at 407-817-8317.
Many attractions and shops in Magic Kingdom are being refurbished in time for the park’s 50th anniversary on October 1, 2021. It seems Prince Charming Regal Carrousel is next on the list. The top of the carrousel features images from Disney’s Cinderella, and it looks like these are being replaced and the gold leaf surrounding … Read more
“Obi-Wan Kenobi,” the new Disney+ special event series starring Ewan McGregor as the iconic Jedi Master, will begin shooting in April. The story begins 10 years after the dramatic events of “Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith” where Kenobi faced his greatest defeat, the downfall and corruption of his best friend and Jedi apprentice, Anakin Skywalker … Read more
With The Chapeau on Main Street, U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom closed due to refurbishment, Box Office Gifts/Curtain Call Collectibles is now acting as the primary headwear location where guests can find ears and hats “with character.” Only the front room of Curtain Call Collectibles—which also connects to Box Office Gifts—has reopened. The bulk of the … Read more
Send in the clowns! Painting has begun at Casey Jr.’s Splash ‘N’ Soak Station at the Magic Kingdom as the park continues to prepare for its 50th birthday. The bold colors of the repainted clown car on the left contrast with the worn cars on the right. The front of the world famous clowns’ car … Read more
Yet another new ear headband has arrived at Walt Disney World this week. We found these pastel rainbow sequined ears in the Emporium at Magic Kingdom and they are perfect for any spring outfit. Pastel Rainbow Sequined Minnie Mouse Ear Headband – $29.99 The rainbow of colors includes pastel pink, blue, and yellow. The ears … Read more