Patina Restaurant Group Employees at Disney Springs Restaurants Announce Campaign to Unionize

Exterior view of a modern building with large glass windows featuring the sign "Disney Springs" on the facade.

Employees of five Disney Springs restaurants owned and operated by Patina Restaurant Group announced plans to unionize Monday morning. Disney Springs Restaurant Employees Unionizing This is the first campaign by subcontracted Disney Springs restaurant employees to create a union. Delaware North owns Patina Restaurant Group. The group operates Morimoto Asia, The Edison, Maria & Enzo’s … Read more

New Citrus ‘Smellephants on Parade’ Statue Installed in Magic Kingdom

Lemonade Smellephants on Parade statue

A seventh “Smellephants on Parade” elephant statue has been installed in Storybook Circus at Magic Kingdom. Citrus Smellephant This elephant appears to be inspired by orange juice or lemonade. Its head and arms are light blue, while the rest is yellow-orange. Ice cubes and lemon slices are in the yellow-orange section. This elephant is holding … Read more

‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ Teaser Trailer Premieres

Young Mufasa

Disney released the first trailer for “Mufasa: The Lion King,” the prequel to the 2019 “The Lion King” remake. “Mufasa: The Lion King” Teaser Trailer The film’s description reads: “Mufasa: The Lion King” enlists Rafiki to relay the legend of Mufasa to young lion cub Kiara, daughter of Simba and Nala, with Timon and Pumbaa … Read more

EPCOT Luminous: The Symphony of Us Soundtrack Streaming Date Announced

The Luminous: The Symphony of Us fireworks soundtrack is coming to music streaming services on Monday, April 29. Luminous: The Symphony of Us Soundtrack The album includes 13 tracks and runs approximately 24 minutes long. The show debuted at EPCOT on December 5, 2023. The soundtrack was composed by Prinar Topak and features songs by … Read more

NEW Universal Studios Tour 60th Anniversary Glamor Tram Popcorn Bucket

The Universal Studios Tour is celebrating its 60th anniversary, and guests can find a new Glamor Tram popcorn bucket as part of the merchandise lineup. Glamor Tram Popcorn Bucket – $43.99 It includes free refills on the day of purchase. The bucket is shaped like the tram in red and white. The roof is striped … Read more

Celebrate 60 Years of Universal’s Studio Tour with Photo Ops and Updates

Doc Brown and DeLorean in front of clocktower City Hall

Universal Studios Hollywood is officially celebrating 60 years of the Studio Tour with limited-time experiences. From April 26 through August 11, 2024, guests will be able to experience the world famous Studio Tour in a whole new way, both on and off the tram. Universal Studios Hollywood Entrance The celebration begins before entering the park. … Read more

Disney Springs Area Water Taxis Closed Indefinitely

The water taxi service in the Disney Springs area, including the nearby resorts, is closed indefinitely due to low water levels. The Sassagoula River Cruise boat transportation, which runs between Disney Springs, Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort, Disney’s Old Key West Resort, and Disney’s Port Orleans Resort, is currently unable to operate with the river levels … Read more

Dapper Dans Don New Blue & ‘Green’ Costumes at Magic Kingdom

As part of the ongoing replacement of the Main Street, U.S.A. costumes at Magic Kingdom, the Dapper Dans have debuted their new looks. The new costumes are made from recycled materials and designed to improve airflow for the Cast Members. The increased breathability will help keep them cooler in the Florida heat. Cast Members at … Read more

Boards Installed on The Cake Bake Shop Exterior at Disney’s BoardWalk

Square entrance structure for future Cake Bake bakery

New wall material, likely cement board, now covers most of the exterior of The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers, which is under construction at Disney’s BoardWalk. The Cake Bake Shop Construction The gray panels cover most of the blue-purple weather-resistant sheathing. The Cake Bake Shop will have two entrances — one for the table-service restaurant … Read more

Gran Fiesta Tour Three Caballeros Plush Set Sails into EPCOT

Gran Fiesta Tour Three Caballeros Plush Set

A new Three Caballeros plush set is available for purchase inside of EPCOT World Showcase. Gran Fiesta Tour Three Caballeros Plush Set – $39.99 Found inside the Mexico Pavilion in EPCOT the Three Caballeros — Donald, Jose Carioca, and Panchito Pistoles can be seen sitting in a boat like the Gran Fiesta Tour ride vehicle. … Read more

First New Main Street, U.S.A. Cast Member Costumes Debut

The first of the new Main Street, U.S.A., Cast Member costumes have debuted at the Magic Kingdom. Cast Members at the park entrance tapstiles were wearing the new look for the first time on April 28, 2024. The new costumes were revealed in March 2024 and changes will roll out across all Main Street areas. … Read more

Living With the Land Gets Scene Update & More: Daily Recap (4/27/24)

Collage of four images: a dark cave with blue lighting, aerial view of a theme park, a water tower at Disney Springs, and a modern hotel room with a king bed. This collection serves

A scene in Living With the Land at EPCOT was updated, Disney is open to adding a SunRail stop to Disney Springs, and a water fountain was installed at CommuniCore Hall— all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, April 27, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney Springs Walt Disney World Resort … Read more

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