Walt Disney World Takes First Steps to Beginning “Beyond Big Thunder” Magic Kingdom Expansion & More: Daily Recap (4/4/24)

Disney shared new looks at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure audio-animatronics plus a sneak peek at the model for possible Encanto and Indiana Jones attractions, and reports indicate they are preparing to begin filing permits for more — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, April 4, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s … Read more

Nelson Peltz and Blackwells Capital Defeated & More: Daily Recap (4/3/24)

Nelson Peltz and Blackwells Capital lose their proxy fight with Disney, new concept art released for “Avatar” land coming to Disneyland Resort, and the first artwork for “Moana 2” released — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, April 3, 2024. Daily Recap for 4/3/24 Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s … Read more

We Tried the New Menu at Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano

If you’re wandering through Disney’s Hollywood Studios and find yourself in the Grand Avenue area, you might stumble upon Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano. Known for its cozy atmosphere and Italian-inspired dishes, Mama Melrose’s recently brought in a new head chef, and with that has made many menu changes. Disney announced on Instagram several of the … Read more

New Ratatouille, “it’s a small world,” and Bambi Pandora Charms Now Available at Walt Disney World

Ratatouille, it's a small world, and Flower Pandora charms

Three new Pandora charms inspired by “Ratatouille,” “it’s a small world,” and “Bambi” have arrived at Walt Disney World Resort. We found the charms in Legends of Hollywood on Sunset Boulevard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure 10th Anniversary Pandora Charm – $80 This charm was first released at Disneyland Paris for the 10th … Read more

Roundup Rodeo BBQ Now Accepting Annual Passholder, DVC Dining Discounts

It’s time to ride like the wind to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, as Roundup Rodeo BBQ in Toy Story Land is now accepting Annual Passholder and Disney Vacation Club dining discounts. Roundup Rodeo BBQ Dining Discounts When the Toy Story Land restaurant opened on March 23, 2023, it did not offer any dining discounts for guests, … Read more

Themed Traffic Signal Refurbished at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Disney's Hollywood Studios traffic signal

After being removed, one of the traffic signals in Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been refurbished and returned. Hollywood Studios Traffic Signal Refurbished Hollywood Blvd . and Sunset Blvd. at Disney’s Hollywood Studios feature working retro traffic signals on their street corners that light up and flip between “Go” and “Stop” signs. The traffic signals are … Read more

Disney and CFTOD Reach Settlement in State Lawsuit & More: Daily Recap (3/27/24)

Disney and CFTOD settle their state lawsuit, Walt Disney World President Jeff Vahle shares a statement on the resolution, and a Marvel overlay is coming to “it’s a small world” at Tokyo Disneyland — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, March 27, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s Hollywood … Read more

Disney’s Hollywood Studios Closing Early on June 5

The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at Disney's Hollywood Studios

After opening at 9 a.m., Disney’s Hollywood Studios will close at 5:30 p.m. to regular guests on June 5, 2024. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Closing Early in June The park will host a private event for the SAP Sapphire & ASUG Annual Conference Orlando that evening. Conference attendees will have access to the park and a … Read more

Mama Melrose’s at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Announces New Menu Items Coming in April

Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will launch six new menu items on April 1, Disney announced on Instagram. Mama Melrose’s New Menu Items The Rigatoni Bolognese is ground beef, Italian sausage, and parmesan. The Braised Pork Osso Buco includes creamy polenta, roasted cipollini onions, sweet peppers, and lemon gremolata. Fried mozzarella sticks … Read more

New ‘Toy Story’ Bag, Youth T-Shirt, and More Available at Walt Disney World

A new “Toy Story” collection can be found throughout Walt Disney World. ‘Toy Story’ Crossbody Bag – $24.99 At Beverly Sunset Boutique at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we found this small crossbody tote. It has a ’90s feel, with a mix of primary and pastel colors. The front features a print of Woody and Buzz Lightyear, … Read more

New Pizza Planet Loungefly Backpack, Apparel & More Arrive at Walt Disney World

Collage of Pizza Planet merchandise

A new collection of “Toy Story” Pizza Planet merchandise has arrived at Walt Disney World Resort. Pizza Planet Merchandise We found most of this merchandise in Beverly Sunset Shop at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and World of Disney at Disney Springs. Drawstring Backpack – $24.99 This backpack is red with black drawstrings. The Pizza Planet wordmark … Read more

Zazu Shoulder Plush Debuts at Walt Disney World & More: Daily Recap (3/23/24)

Zazu shoulder plush

The first piece of “The Lion King” 30th Anniversary merchandise arrives at Walt Disney World, take a virtual tour of the new DVC Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness, and Disney Legend Josh Gad expresses support for Disney CEO Bob Iger during board proxy fights — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, … Read more