A new Dooney & Bourke collection inspired by the classic Disney animated film, “Peter Pan,” is now available at Uptown Jewelers in Magic Kingdom. Each item is a light gray with brown accents, and features art of Peter, Wendy, Tinker Bell, John, Michael, and the Lost Boys, along with other recognizable imagery from the film. … Read more
The long-running legal battle between Disney and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has a new development. According to the New York Times, Disney has sent letters to the office of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and other state entities this week, stating that the company would pursue more lawsuits over the state not complying with public records … Read more
Fireworks testing will be taking place overnight at EPCOT on Sunday, September 10, according to Orlando Theme Park News. EPCOT Fireworks Testing Pyrotechnics and other special effects will begin testing at the park starting at 11 p.m., with the tests lasting until approximately 1 a.m. the following morning. These tests are not expected to include … Read more
Scaffolding is now down at BoardWalk Deli at Disney’s BoardWalk after going up in August, with some remnants of the refurbishment work now visible. BoardWalk Deli Construction Scaffolding and scrim went up earlier last month at BoardWalk Deli, covering the entire exterior of the location. Now that it’s down, we noticed a few signs of … Read more
Less than a month after the Crispy Chicken Dumplings replaced the fried pork and vegetable pot stickers at Sunshine Tree Terrace in Magic Kingdom, a new option of Crispy Beef Dumplings has joined them. Sunshine Tree Terrace is home to Orange Bird in Adventureland. You can read our review of the “I Lava You” Float … Read more
A new set of resort-themed hospitality serving dishes is now available at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. We found the set for sale in Boutiki. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort 6-Piece Hospitality Set – $99.99 This new hospitality dish features a coconut-shaped centerpiece, with four leaf-shaped smaller serving plates arranged around a center platform. The coconut centerpiece … Read more
The attraction sign for Journey of Water Inspired by ‘Moana’ has been revealed at EPCOT, ahead of the next round of Cast Member previews. Journey of Water Attraction Sign The sign is partially obscured by rolling planters, but we can see most of the sign over them. A graphic behind the attraction’s logo appears to … Read more
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has added Orlando (via Orange and Osceola counties) to his State of Emergency order ahead of Hurricane Idalia hitting the state this week, according to the Orlando Sentinel. Hurricane Idalia State of Emergency Declared for Orlando While Orlando isn’t expected to bear the brunt of the storm’s effects, public schools in … Read more
The spooky season is here, and starting September 1, Walt Disney World will have many new early Halloween treats available for guests to enjoy throughout the resort. These items will be available over the coming weeks at various locations in Disney Springs and select Disney Resort hotels — with even more treats teased to come … Read more
Walt Disney World Resort has shared a new operational update for Hurricane Idalia, and is offering a discount for Florida residents evacuating the storm and first responders. Walt Disney World Hurricane Idalia Update The update was shared to Walt Disney World’s official weather updates page. These updates include an extension of change and cancellation fees … Read more
For the first time ever, extended evening hours will be offered at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in November. These extended hours are an opportunity for guests at select Walt Disney World and Walt Disney World-affiliated hotels to spend some extra time in the parks. Extended Evening Hours at Disney’s Animal Kingdom This update was shared via … Read more
While Walt Disney World is currently operating under normal conditions ahead of Hurricane Idalia, the resort has released a new preparation update for guests staying at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Hurricane Idalia Update for Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground The update was shared on the official Walt Disney World website, and says … Read more
Ahead of the next round of Cast Member previews for EPCOT’s newest attraction, Disney Parks on Twitter has shared a new video inside Journey of Water Inspired by “Moana.” Take a Look Inside Journey of Water The video was shared this morning to Twitter, announcing that “Cast Members will be among the first groups of … Read more
Construction walls for Journey of Water Inspired by “Moana” have partially come down in World Nature at EPCOT. The attraction is scheduled to open in “late 2023.” Construction Walls Partially Down at Journey of Water As the next set of Cast Member previews for the attraction approaches, we spotted that some of the construction walls, … Read more
As of today, Walt Disney World’s internal floral and gift services have been discontinued, and operations have been handed over to a third party. This new service is known as “Magical Floral and Gifts by Florida Fresh Floral.” Their website is now operational and accepting purchases. Magical Florida & Gifts by Florida Fresh Floral Magical … Read more
Even though today is the final day of this year’s pin trading event at Walt Disney World Resort, Magic HAP-Pins, next year’s event has already been announced — and it’s titled “Disney After Dark.” Disney After Dark 2024 Pin Event The poster for the 2024 pin event was set up on the convention floor. The … Read more