Thousands of guests tearfully applauded as the final riders entered Space Mountain before the permanent closure of the opening day Tokyo Disneyland attraction. Space Mountain Closure Space Mountain opened on April 15, 1983, coinciding with the opening of Tokyo Disneyland. Now, the attraction has permanently closed to make way for a new Space Mountain that … Read more
Deadline reports that 140 Disney Entertainment Television employees, including 13% of the National Geographic staff, have been laid off. Disney Entertainment Television Layoffs Disney Entertainment Television has laid off 140 employees as the company continues to work toward its goal of $7.5 billion in cost reductions, announced last year. The hardest-hit brand was National Geographic, … Read more
Chainsaw Punkz has been announced as the newest scare zone coming to Halloween Horror Nights 2024 at Universal Studios Hollywood. Chainsaw Punkz Scare Zone The new scare zone was announced via social media by official Halloween Horror Nights accounts. The description for the event is as follows: Get revved up for your night of terror … Read more
Guests can now experience augmented reality at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic model at Epic Universe Preview Center. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic Augmented Reality With the announcement of the details of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, guests can now … Read more
Guests will be able to meet their favorite heroes and villains aboard the Disney Destiny cruise ship. Disney Destiny Heroes and Villains Both heroes and villains from across the Disney universe will take center stage aboard the Disney Destiny. Guests will encounter formidable foes — including Maleficent, Hades, Cruella de Vil, Captain Hook, Mr. Smee, … Read more
Disney villains will be featured prominently in a new AquaMouse show called “Sing a Silly Song” aboard the Disney Destiny. Disney Destiny AquaMouse The Disney Destiny will introduce a quirky new storyline filled with Disney Animation villains to AquaMouse, Disney Cruise Line’s signature attraction at sea — a 760-foot-long water ride towering over the upper decks … Read more
Like the Disney Treasure, the Disney Destiny cruise ship will feature a Haunted Mansion bar called Haunted Mansion Parlor. Haunted Mansion Bar Foolish mortals will be welcomed to sip spirited craft cocktails among the 999 happy haunts of Disney Parks lore at the Haunted Mansion Parlor. Reminiscent of a first-class drawing room from the classic … Read more
In addition to the Haunted Mansion Parlor and the new Cruella de Vil-themed lounge, a Pirates of the Caribbean lounge is coming to the new Disney Destiny cruise ship. Pirates of the Caribbean Lounge The Pirates of the Caribbean venue, Cask and Cannon, invites guests to join the ranks of the Pirates of the Caribbean … Read more
A new Cruella de Vil lounge is coming to the Disney Destiny cruise ship. Cruella de Vil Lounge The creative teams at Disney Cruise Line and Walt Disney Imagineering are plotting an assortment of spaces and experiences inspired by some of Disney’s most legendary schemers, scoundrels, and specters for the Disney Destiny, our new heroes and … Read more
Two more August dates, including the event’s opening night, have sold out for the 2024 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Back in May, Halloween night (October 31) became the first date to sell out for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. August 13, the second night of the party, sold out shortly thereafter. Then … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has revealed new details for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, opening in 2025 as part of Epic Universe. This is the final land reveal for the new theme park. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic To begin their exploration of the magical streets … Read more
Departure port and more revealed for the Disney Destiny, full list of food and beverages for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, and tree removal begins around the DINOSAUR show building — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Tuesday, July 30, 2024. Daily Recap for July 30, 2024 Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s … Read more
While riding Haunted Mansion Holiday, we discovered two jack-in-the-boxes with the likenesses of Krusty the Clown from “The Simpsons” and Jangles from “Inside Out.” Haunted Mansion Holiday Easter Eggs Despite ongoing construction of the attraction’s queue, Haunted Mansion Holiday reopened on July 29 with a virtual queue at Disneyland Park. The overlay features many familiar … Read more
Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can take advantage of a limited-time discount at Disney’s Character Warehouse locations this August. Annual Passholder Discount at Disney’s Character Warehouse Passholders can save 20% on purchases at any of the three participating Disney’s Character Warehouse locations from August 1-31, 2024. Savings are based on the non-discounted price that a … Read more
Disney has unveiled the full map and guide for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event which will take place at the Anaheim Convention Center from August 9 through 11. D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Full Map The first floor is where guests will find the majority of the event’s experiences, activities, and shopping. Guests … Read more
Crews have begun removing trees around the DINOSAUR show building at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, indicating that a closure announcement is likely imminent to transform it into an Indiana Jones attraction. Tree Removal at DINOSAUR During a recent visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we noticed that the trees around the show building for Dinosaur were thinning … Read more