The Galactic Gateway stage in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom has been undergoing refurbishment for the past few months. This included getting a new blue color scheme. Work seems almost complete and the stage’s screen was recently turned back on. Galactic Gateway Refurbishment Rolling planters surround the stage but guests can still walk through the plaza. … Read more
A new limited edition Disney Bicoastal Adventures pin celebrates Astro Orbiter (or Astro Orbitor). This pin series features attractions that exist at both Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort. We found the new pin at Frontier Trading Post in Magic Kingdom. Limited Edition Bicoastal Adventures Astro Orbiter Pin – $19.99 The pin has a … Read more
Yet another haunted house has been announced for Halloween Horror Nights 33 at Universal Orlando Resort — Monstruos: The Monsters of Latin America. Monstruos: The Monsters of Latin America at Halloween Horror Nights 33 Monstruos: The Monsters of Latin America is the fifth haunted house announced for Halloween Horror Nights 33, joining other original houses … Read more
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will feature a salute to military service, with a storyline inspired by Tiana’s father. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Military Service Storyline In “The Princess and the Frog,” Tiana’s father, James was a World War I veteran. That story will continue and expand in the queue of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, which opens at Walt … Read more
Work continues on the Epic Universe preview center in Universal CityWalk Orlando, which takes over the former Universal Legacy Store. Epic Universe Preview Center During a visit to the future site of the Epic Universe Preview Center on May 23, 2024, we noted a new screen being installed above the entrance. So far, the screen … Read more
A different set of horses has been roped off for floor work on Prince Charming Regal Carrousel in Magic Kingdom, and many of the decorative panels in the ride’s central column have been removed. Prince Charming Regal Carrousel Crews have been roping off ten horses — two rows of five — at a time. The floor beneath … Read more
We have a full video of the new Disney Dreams That Soar drone show, a first look at a Tiana’s Bayou Adventure ball cap, and a first look at the new Fantasmic! coming to Disneyland this week — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, May 22, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more
An LED screen has been installed above the CommuniCore Plaza stage in EPCOT ahead of the debut of “¡Celebración Encanto!” next month. CommuniCore LED Screen The screen is on the underside of the overhang, in a metal frame. Colorful flags and stage lights are also on the overhang above the stage. The screen is featured … Read more
A wall in World Celebration Gardens is uncovered, more “Encanto” decorations are up at CommuniCore Plaza, and trees have been planted in World Nature as construction continues throughout EPCOT. Celebration Garden Wall The back wall of the Celebration Garden has finally been revealed. The wall is directly behind Dreamers Point. It’s been blocked by rolling … Read more
A new kiosk for the Universal Rewards Visa Signature Cards has opened near security at the Universal Orlando Resort parking garages. Universal Rewards Credit Card Kiosk The kiosk, run by First National Bank of Omaha (FNBO), is a large round blue structure. The marquee reads “It’s time to get rewarded.” It wasn’t open during our recent visit, … Read more
Speakers and their support poles have returned to Disneyland Park after almost seven weeks. The poles were removed after one fell in a guest path in early April. Disneyland Parade Route Speakers The speakers can be seen along the park’s parade path. The poles and speakers themselves are “Go Away Green,” meant to blend in … Read more
A new sign and windows have been installed on the former Blue Sky Cellar at Disney California Adventure, which is becoming a Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Center. DVC Welcome Home Center Construction Construction walls went up around Blue Sky Cellar in late 2023. Over the walls, we can now see a small round wooden … Read more
Pym Test Kitchen at Disney California Adventure has two new dishes: the Reactor Melt and Pepper Particle Pasta. New Pym Test Kitchen Menu Items The Reactor Melt is garlic pesto toasted sourdough with mozzarella, basil, and tomato served with potato bites. Pepper Particle Pasta is Campanelli pasta topped with grilled chicken, spicy tomato cream sauce, … Read more
Baymax from “Big Hero 6” is back at San Fransokyo Square in Disney California Adventure after being absent for months. Baymax Meet and Greet The talking Baymax made his debut in San Fransokyo Square last August. He and Hiro would alternate meet-and-greet times or meet together. Sometime in February, the personal healthcare companion stopped appearing. … Read more
In their press release about the Summer Tribute Store, Universal Orlando Resort announced that new bubble wands inspired by “Trolls,” “Minions,” and “Jurassic World” will interact with the Universal Mega Movie Parade. Mega Movie Parade Bubble Wands The Universal Mega Movie Parade will debut on July 3. With 13 new floats and almost 100 performers, … Read more
“Agatha All Along” isn’t the only “WandaVision” spin-off in the works. A series about Vision starring Paul Bettany has been confirmed. Vision Series “WandaVision” creator Jac Schaeffer was previously developing a Vision series but shifted focus to the Agatha show. Marvel Studios has hired “Star Trek: Picard” executive producer Terry Matalas to take over as … Read more