With Toy Story Land’s opening day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios of June 30th right around the corner, anticipation is at peak level. Breathing some much-needed fresh air into a park fast losing its identity, two new rides bring the park’s tally up to a marginally better six. These new attractions will, however, attract swathes of … Read more
Earlier this month, we told you about a patent that was able to mimic the muzzle flash caused by a blaster being fired. A patent that was published today extends on that technology as is able to replicate the blaster shot traveling through the air. While the illusion behind the technology will surely wow guests, … Read more
Disney has offered a unique look at Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The aerial footage shot with what appears to be a drone showcases the new land opening on this Saturday, June 30th. In the video, you can catch glimpses of Slinky Dog Dash and other elements in the land. The unique drone … Read more
On Friday, Disney is offering guests a chance to experience Pixar Pier a day before it opens to the public. The catch? Admission is $299 to spend six hours in the land. The Pixar Pier special event allows guests to experience the attractions, sample food from the land, and shop in the many stores, all … Read more
With the opening of Toy Story Land approaching quickly, two new digital games have been released on ToyStoryPlaytime.com. Both of these games have taken inspiration from the attractions Toy Story Mania! and the new Alien Swirling Saucers. The Claw Challenge – Choose “chosen ones” in 60 seconds. The smaller the aliens, the higher your points go! … Read more
A patent application published by Disney Enterprises, Inc. titled “Multimedia System for Transforming Any Room Into a Show Environment,” indicates that the system can convert any room into an immersive experience. In a piece of the document it states, “conventional thinking in the hotel industry has been that it is desirable to make their guests … Read more
With the opening of Toy Story land in June, Disney is closing Sweet Spells for a major refurbishment beginning April 16. The last day of operation will be April 15. While the refurbishment takes place, Reel Vogue will remain open. When the refurbishment is completed, Beverly Sunset will be the go-to location for Toy Story … Read more
New this week is the release of new ceramic tumblers at all Starbucks locations across Walt Disney World. Earlier this week we showed you the Magic Kingdom version, now we’re bringing you a closer look at the Disney’s Hollywood Studios version available for $21.99 at Trolley Car Café. A closer look reveals the Hollywood Tower … Read more
It’s time once again for a Disney’s Hollywood Studios expansion update. This is a pretty big one as it includes our final glance at the Streets of America and the removal of all traces of the original Studio Backlot Tour, the headlining attraction from when the park opened back in 1989. We will have photos … Read more
Earlier this week, we flew over Disney’s Animal Kingdom to give you a better look at the construction of Pandora: The World of AVATAR. Today, we take flight over Disney’s Hollywood Studios to view the wreckage and remains of the Streets of America and Backlot area of the park, with demolition now nearing completion. This … Read more
For those who were wondering if some of New York Street and the Streets of America at Disney’s Hollywood Studios would survive the upcoming expansion of the park, I think the following photos will answer your question… An entire large section of the street adjacent to MuppetVision 3-D was removed early today. This comes on … Read more
Have you ever noticed that Steven Tyler’s hand in the Rock ‘N’ Roller Coaster pre-show video kind of looks like something that could be considered an “obscene hand gesture”? For the sake of any younger members of our audience, I won’t write the name of it here, but you likely know what I am talking … Read more
On Sunday, I attended the very first of the newly revamped “Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular Dessert Party at Disney’s Hollywood Studios”, the latest version of the event we provided you a review of back in January. The largest change is in venue as the Florida heat and rain finally convinced Disney to find a … Read more
While the Season of the Force event is not coming by name to Hollywood Studios, it seems everything but the Fireworks show has come to fruition by December 1st at Walt Disney World, including a wide array of Star Wars themed food and beverage options around the park. Backlot Express is running an … Read more
While no name has been revealed, Disney CEO Bob Iger accidentally confirmed a name change for Disney’s Hollywood Studios during the Q & A portion of today’s Disney Shareholder Meeting. An announcement of the new name will be made at some point in the future, but Disney was clearly not ready to announce the change … Read more
Thanksgiving and Christmas haven’t happened yet, but chances are, you’re already thinking ahead and starting to make plans for New Year’s Eve. If you’re going to be ringing in 2015 at Walt Disney World Resort, here’s a rundown of some of the entertainment that’s planned for this year’s celebration. Epcot – It’s a night-long party … Read more