Little Words Project is hosting an Enchanted Holiday Pop-up Shop at Walt Disney World. These Enchanted Holiday Pop-up shops by the Little Words Project are the perfect chance to get a nice souvenir. Guests will have the opportunity to use Build Your Own Bead kits with limited edition Disney beads. There will also be holiday … Read more
The Cinderella’s Dream Castle-inspired gingerbread display is now installed at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. As usual, the display also has a selection and treats and beverages, including a selection of fresh bakery case items to try. We’ve reviewed the bakery case treats, so you can decide if any are worth your time and money. There are three … Read more
Crews have removed a section of ceiling tiles from the atrium of Disney’s Contemporary Resort at Walt Disney World. Disney’s Contemporary Resort Ceiling Construction Black scrims cover the area where the tiles have been removed. This section of ceiling is in front of the Mary Blair mural and above The Fantasia Market. Through the scrims, … Read more
Officials have confirmed a guest passed away at Disney’s Contemporary Resort on Thursday, marking the third death at Walt Disney World this month. Bay Lake Tower Death We reported on Thursday that emergency personnel were present outside Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, but officials were not able to confirm at the time what … Read more
The year-plus refurbishment of Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort in Walt Disney World is continuing apace. Come with us as we check out the renovated main lobby and Community Hall. Bay Lake Tower Lobby The refreshed lobby maintains the mid-century details of the resort but with a modern feel. The large front windows … Read more
Universal shared more details about the lands in Universal Kids Resort, we get our first look at Woody and Buzz in Toy Story 5, and Walt Disney World adds more DAS details — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, October 15, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s Hollywood Studios … Read more
Disney will raise pricing at California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort starting next month. California Grill Pricing California Grill uses a prix fixe 3-course menu including an appetizer, entrée, and dessert. An adult meal (ages 10+) is currently $89, plus tax and gratuity. Starting on November 7, it will be $99, plus tax and gratuity. … Read more
Spicy Ranch Chicken Strips are one of 13 new chicken strips launching across Walt Disney World today — here’s our review! Spicy Ranch Chicken Strips – $12.99 Served with French fries. This is the most basic of all of the strips we’ve tried today. The spicy ranch is solid, with Disney’s expected spice level that … Read more
The Art of Disney on Demand kiosk at Disney’s Contemporary Resort in Walt Disney World has two new modern art pieces available for purchase. Contemporary Prints at Art of Disney on Demand We found these prints under the “Contemporary Collection” category. Both are wide horizontal designs and, like other Art of Disney on Demand prints, … Read more
Several new Monorail and Contemporary Resort merchandise items are now available at Walt Disney World. Mug – $19.99 The mug is teal and showcases Mickey Mouse in his classic red shorts, standing just outside of the Contemporary Resort. The main tower stands in front of an orange and yellow streaked sky, and the Disney’s Contemporary … Read more
Valencia College is home to Central Florida’s Walt Disney World Center for Culinary Arts & Hospitality. Many of the students who study at Valencia turn their passion for food into lifelong careers as Disney chefs. Walt Disney World and Valencia College Disney chefs and culinary Cast Members assist in combining classroom teaching with real-world experience … Read more
A new viral video shows a fistfight breaking out between a group of several guests standing in Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Fight at Contemporary Resort Update: A previous version of this article claimed the fight took place on Saturday, August 9. It has been confirmed the fight actually took place on the prior Saturday, August 2. … Read more
A new ornament and Tervis water bottle have arrived at Walt Disney World as part of a collection themed to Disney’s Contemporary Resort. We found the merchandise collection at Bayview Gifts. Contemporary Resort Ornament – $26.99 The ornament features a retro-style design. It is oval-shaped and features the Walt Disney World Monorail traveling out of its station … Read more
The refurbishment of Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort has been extended by almost one year. Bay Lake Tower Refurbishment Extended Construction work began in September 2024. Through originally scheduled for completion in September 2025, the Walt Disney World website now indicates work will last through July 2026. The updated announcement reads: Refurbishments will … Read more
California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort is celebrating its 30th anniversary with the limited-time return of select fan-favorite menu items. California Grill 30th Anniversary Menu The following special items are available now through May 2026 and are marked with a ㉚ on the menu. “Reflecting on the history of California Grill and the celebrated Chefs … Read more
Stitch is now featured on TSA bins at MCO, Coke and Sprite droid carts have reappeared in Hollywood Studios, and some restrooms at Disney’s Contemporary Resort have been refurbished — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, May 3, 2025. Walt Disney World Disney’s Hollywood Studios Walt Disney World Resort Hotels New … Read more
