Crews are now installing new track at the exterior portions of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad as the lengthy refurbishment work continues. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Construction While onboard the Walt Disney World Railroad on Wednesday morning, we saw crew members laying new track pieces at the attraction, specifically in the Tumbleweed section that faces the … Read more
In an episode of the “Fake Doctors: Real Friends” podcast with Donald Faison and Zach Braff, Faison told the story of how he and his friend gained a year-long ban from Disneyland Resort. Donald Faison was Once Banned from Disneyland Editor’s Note: The podcast clip shared by Faison includes some strong language. Viewer discretion is … Read more
New Spring-inspired treats have arrived at Magic Kingdom for the season. We found these at the Main Street Confectionary and Big Top Souvenirs. Mickey Spring Caramel Apple – $12.99 The Mickey Spring Caramel Apple is a Granny Smith apple with marshmallow ears. It’s dipped in caramel, yellow chocolate coating, and pastel M&Ms. On top is … Read more
Disney has lowered the down payment for their Annual Passholder Florida Resident Monthly Payment Program, Southwest Airlines will begin charging for checked bags, and Disney is hosting a small premiere for “Snow White” – all this and more in today’s daily recap for Tuesday, March 11, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s Animal … Read more
You can celebrate your favorite grad with the new 2025 graduation merchandise available online at the Disney Store. 2025 Mickey Graduation Ear Headband – $34.99 This Mickey ear headband features black padded Mickey ears. Between the ears sits a miniature graduation cap with a golden tassel. The headband is blue and displays “Class of 2025” … Read more
A new metal tumbler matching some of the previous “You Had Me at Walt Disney World” merchandise has now arrived in Magic Kingdom. We found the new tumbler at the Emporium on Main Street U.S.A. It is not currently available online from the Disney Store. You Had Me at Walt Disney World Tumbler – $29.99 … Read more
The planet Earth sculpture outside of Mission: SPACE is finally spinning once again. Mission: SPACE Earth Sculpture Spinning The exterior of Mission: SPACE has undergone years-long refurbishment. During this process, the Earth sculpture that sits outside the front of the attraction was removed in August 2023 and returned in March 2024. After its return, it … Read more
According to a new article released by Variety, the Marvel series “Daredevil: Born Again” has recorded the best streaming debut of any show on Disney+ since the beginning of 2025. ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Streaming Debut According to new numbers cited by Variety, Disney has officially announced that the Marvel series has gathered 7.5 million views … Read more
In the newly-released Discover Universal Podcast episode, Team Members have revealed several new entertainment additions to Epic Universe including talking portraits for guests to converse with in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic. Upgraded Talking Portraits One of the largest new announcements from Kathrynn DiGenova, a Senior Show Producer at Universal Creative, … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort is accepting audition submissions for Glinda and Elphaba from the film “Wicked.” Glinda and Elphaba Auditions Universal Orlando Resort is currently accepting applications for female-presenting actors to portray the characters of Glinda and Elphaba. The actors must be between 5’1″ – 5’4″ in height. Below are the details for submissions. The deadline … Read more
A new merchandise collection has arrived at the Disney Store online. The Mickey Summer Fun collection features Mickey and friends having fun in the sun. Adult Rash Guard – $79.99 This rash guard is designed by Spirit Jersey. Over the left chest is an image of Mickey with a smiling face. Across the shoulders on … Read more
The Death Star popcorn bucket is now available aboard Disney Cruise Line ahead of its Disneyland debut. We found the popcorn bucket aboard the Disney Wish, specifically at Luna’s Libations. The previously unrevealed Easter Thumper popcorn bucket was also available. Death Star Popcorn Bucket – $22 This popcorn bucket is circular in shape and resembles … Read more
Aerial photographer Bioreconstruct flew over Epic Universe twice recently — once during the day on March 7 and again in the evening on March 8 — capturing progress on construction of the park as well as a test of the nighttime lighting. Epic Universe Construction The new Universal Orlando Resort sign near Epic Universe is active, with … Read more
Walt Disney Imagineering has filed a permit to modify the infrastructure for the Tree of Life Theater that currently houses “It’s Tough to be a Bug!” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. New Permit Filed for Tree of Life Theater The Notice of Commencement is listed as “Modify Infrastructure.” Imagineering has contracted Incryo Systems Inc. Per their … Read more
A new Thumper popcorn bucket honoring the Easter season is now available on Disney Cruise Line. Easter Thumper Popcorn Bucket – $17 We saw the bucket at Luna’s Libations on the Disney Wish (along with the new Death Star bucket coming soon to Disneyland). It depicts Thumper from “Bambi” standing on a circle of flowers. … Read more
Various Walt Disney World executives for Disney Springs, EPCOT, and more are changing positions. Walt Disney World Executives Switch Positions Disney Springs Vice President Matt Simon will become the new VP of EPCOT. Debbie Hart — the current VP of Food & Beverage and Merchandise — will then become the new VP of Disney Springs. … Read more