A Hurricane Watch is now in effect for the Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando areas ahead of Hurricane Milton making landfall this week, as it approaches Category 5 strength. Hurricane Watch in Effect for Disney and Universal With the 11 a.m. advisory from the National Hurricane Center (NHC), the projected cone for Hurricane Milton … Read more
Happy FriYAY! I had a perfect Friday at Walt Disney World. I started my day in Magic Kingdom, went to the Polynesian for an update, and found new dishware in Animal Kingdom. Magic Kingdom Mornings Sunrises at Walt Disney World are one of the most magical parts of the morning. You can see the other … Read more
Happy Friday Eve! Today, I visited a crowded Disney’s Hollywood Studios, then went to Disney Springs to see the October cookies being served at Gideon’s Bakehouse. Disney’s Hollywood Studios This morning, I wanted to see how long it would take to get in the park if you were to not stand in the direct sunlight … Read more
Happy Pin Tuesday! Today, I explored the front of EPCOT before running to Hollywood Studios for some Halloween treats, and finally ended my day at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Pin Tuesday Happy Pin Tuesday! Walt Disney World releases new and exclusive pins every Tuesday. This week, we got two open-edition pins and two … Read more
October 1, 2024 marked the 53rd anniversary of Magic Kingdom, and Disney released an exclusive pin to celebrate the milestone. Disney Parks Anniversaries It was only a few years ago that we celebrated the 50th anniversary of Magic Kingdom. Disney opened the gates of Magic Kingdom back in 1971. During the 50th, Disney released pins … Read more
There is new merchandise for Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge available in Jambo House’s shop Ziwadi. Collar Shirt – $59.99 The Animal Kingdom Lodge shirt is collared with buttons. The repeating pattern features the resort logo, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in theme, and other small details reminiscent of the Animal Kingdom Lodge. Here is a … Read more
The Disney Vacation Club Preview Center opened at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort revealing details on the new Island Tower opening soon. Disney Vacation Club Preview Center Recently Disney opened their Disney Vacation Club preview center in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. The DVC preview center is located in the Polynesian’s Grand Ceremonial House lobby. For the … Read more
Disney has filed a construction permit for the new Villains-themed show coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios next summer. Construction Permits Filed for Disney Villains Show A “general construction” permit was filed with Whiting-Turner Contracting Company. This construction permit would be valid until September 27, 2025. The contractor has worked with Disney in the past, namely … Read more
The Halloween Alien Sipper has arrived in Walt Disney World for the Halloween Season. Halloween Alien Sipper – $13.69 The Halloween Alien Sipper includes your choice of fountain beverage at the time of purchase. This souvenir item also has a purchase limit of two (2) per person, and is only available while supplies last. No discounts can … Read more
The Dooney & Bourke Disney Dogs “Santa Paws” Collection is now available in Walt Disney World. Dooney & Bourke Disney Dogs “Santa Paws” Collection At Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Riverside Depot, we found the new holiday collection from Dooney & Bourke, and this year the pattern features the Disney Dogs as “Santa Paws.” The pattern … Read more
Disney’s newest act features Hindustani Raga music in “Beats and Strings” in the Asia area of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. “Beats and Strings” The sounds of a live sitar can again be heard in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. “Beats and Strings,” performs around every 20 minutes, weather permitting. It is a two-man band. One plays the tabla, … Read more
Walt Disney World is increasing the price of Lightning Lane again for select attractions in October. Lightning Lane Price Increases Yesterday we reported that starting October 18 Lightning Lane prices had increased. Today, Disney continues to increase the cost of Lighting Lanes for four popular attractions starting October 21. The attractions are TRON Lightcycle Run … Read more
I hope everyone is staying safe out there. Today, I braved Hurricane Helene and spent the morning in Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. There wasn’t much going on due to the weather, but the soggy morning did lead to low crowds. Disney’s Animal Kingdom When I got to Disney’s Animal Kingdom this morning … Read more
Just five days ago, we updated you on the progress the themed pavement was making in Adventureland, and already more has been added. Previously in Adventureland Here, you can see where our previous update ended. The last space that was completed was at the entrance of the Swiss Family Treehouse. There is even some scoring … Read more
On our most recent visit to Test Track in EPCOT, we noticed a plastic tarp and structural support boards in the demolished concrete space at the front entrance of the attraction. Previously at Test Track The EPCOT attraction is closed for a major reimagining and the entrance area is being completely redone. The canopy was removed … Read more
The day before Hurricane Helene is expected to hit Florida the scrim has been removed from the scaffolding near the City Hall Restrooms in Magic Kingdom. City Hall Restrooms Construction Only a few days ago we reported at City Hall, that scrims had been added in the middle area between the men’s and women’s restrooms. … Read more