Guests looking to buy unique gifts celebrating World Showcase countries are in luck today! Just one day after we noticed reopening prep work, three EPCOT stores have reopened. At the Italy Pavilion, La Gemma Elegante and Il Bel Cristallo are once again open. Aux Vins de France also reopened today in the France Pavilion. Let’s … Read more
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is currently undergoing an extensive refurbishment. A new version of the signature crossbeam roof is being installed at the Great Ceremonial House. A majority of the resort’s rooms are closed. Only Disney Vacation Club studios and bungalows are available to guests at this time. We visited the resort to see what … Read more
Greetings from the Universal Orlando Resort! It’s a busy Saturday, but we’re ready to take on the crowds. As we arrived at the resort, we were greeted by new signage informing guests that face coverings must be worn at all times unless actively eating or drinking while stationary and social distanced. Yesterday, we heard the … Read more
A series of denim Loungefly items featuring Marie from The Aristocats arrived today at Walt Disney World. The series includes a mini backpack, a small crossbody purse, and a wallet. Each item features embroidered Marie artwork and a pink ribbon tied in a bow. We found these inside the France Pavilion at EPCOT. Denim Loungefly … Read more
Bonjour from the France Pavilion at EPCOT. Today we found these amazing new Minnie Mouse ear headbands featuring a Paris theme. These are the third Paris-themed ear headbands. Earlier this summer we found macaron ears and Eiffel Tower styles. The ear headband features a pink satin bow with tulle, sequined black ears, a pink feather, … Read more
Globus Mundi is once again serving travelers visiting Diagon Alley. The travel agency themed store reopened today at Universal Studios Florida. Prior to today, the only Globus Mundi merchandise available was a drawstring bag at Universal’s Holiday Garage Sale. Let’s pay a visit to Globus Mundi. Lighted garland hangs on the storefront for the holidays. … Read more
Greetings, World Travelers from another beautiful day here at EPCOT! We’re soaking in the last few days of the longest International Food & Wine Festival ever, and having all of our favorite dishes one last time before the Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays starts next week. We found some fun new things … Read more
Work is underway at the Walt Disney World Resort entrance gateway on Hotel Plaza Boulevard. Prep work like surface repairs and primer application has begun. Let’s take a look at what is going on. The stark, white primer immediately caught our attention, even across four traffic lanes. A closer look at the “Welcome to Walt … Read more
The holiday spirit is in the air, even at Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures in Kissimmee, which has transformed into the Jolly Creek Holiday Festival! We took a tour of this special seasonal offering and all the magic it contains. As we arrived, we saw that one of the buildings was strung up in lights, while … Read more
The holiday snacks keep on coming, and after completing the Holiday Treat Trail, we set our sights on the Holiday Tribute Store. We decided to grab one of Earl’s Maple Pecan Sticky Bunz to start our day at Universal Studios Florida. Even through our face mask, we could smell the aroma of maple pecans. Fresh, … Read more
Welcome to the Magic Kingdom on a busy, and gloomy, November day. We’re a mere five days from Thanksgiving Day, and both the crowds and weather are reflective of the season. Despite the overcast and rainy conditions, we had many great character interactions and really embraced the Christmas festivities — let’s head in and see … Read more
Adventures by Disney has announced that all departures through February 28, 2021 have been cancelled. The news was shared through a travel alert posted November 19, 2020. The Disney-owned travel company had previously suspended departures through January 31, 2021. In the travel alert, Adventures by Disney states plans to resume departures after February 28. Currently, … Read more
Whether you’re an Orlando local or just visiting, you might not feel up to cooking a whole Thanksgiving meal this year. Thankfully, Walt Disney World has you covered with several dining locations serving turkey dinners on Thanksgiving day. In years past, a holiday surcharge was added at buffets. With no buffets currently operating, no holiday … Read more
It’s the happy Christmas season here at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka, so we figured we’d take another loop around the park and soak up the spirit of the holiday season! So without further ado, let’s see how they celebrate Christmas in Osaka! Outside the park, banners featuring beloved USJ friends like Snoopy, Elmo, and … 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 Saturday, November 21, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more
The holidays have come to Walt Disney World, which means plenty of new and returning seasonal food items are now available. Here’s our list of every new holiday treat now available at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Boozy Frozen Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate (with Mickey Jingle Bell Glow Cube) – $17.00 This hot chocolate is topped with … Read more