Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom closed permanently to make way for a “Cars” expansion to Frontierland. Take a final look at the details of the island, which opened on May 20, 1973. Tom Sawyer Island Map Tom Sawyer Island was actually a pair of islands in the center of Rivers of America. The main … Read more
Take a full photo and video tour of Le Gobelet Noir in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic at Epic Universe. About Read the official description below. A mysterious time worn auberge (small inn) sits in the shadowy corners of Paris’s Place Cachée. This is Le Gobelet Noir, where Dark magic … Read more
The new Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Center, including a model room, is now open in the Canada Pavilion at EPCOT. Chateau de Voyage DVC Welcome Home Center Now Open The top level of the Canada Pavilion has been closed off for construction for several months. Walls have come down, opening up the stairs leading … Read more
Step on over to the 2025 Mardi Gras Tribute Store in the former Williams of Hollywood at Universal Studios Florida. The Tribute Store is a staple of seasonal events at Universal, and the latest edition opens on Saturday, February 1. Annual Passholders got a special preview of the store on Thursday, January 30. Entrance A … Read more
The construction walls covering large sections of Plaza del Sol Caribe Bazaar, more commonly known as the Pirates of the Caribbean gift shop, have shifted to reveal a refreshed section of the store along with the outer wall of what will become the new Pirates of the Caribbean tavern. Plaze Del Sol Caribe Bazaar Our … Read more
The new Parkside Market, a group of culinary concepts by Levy Restaurants, has now opened in the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort. It is currently in a soft opening phase, which means hours may be inconsistent and some offerings may not be available. Parkside Market Exterior The exterior of the building has mid-century-style windows … Read more
The “coolest jazz club you can imagine,” Louis’ Critter Club, is opening to guests today in what will soon be renamed Bayou Country — and we got a full grand opening tour. Louis’ Critter Club Louis’ Critter Club is located in what will soon be renamed Bayou Country, formerly Critter Country. The new gift shop … Read more
Ahead of the kick-off of Pixar Fest on April 26, we got a first look at the new party offering, Club Pixar, at Disney California Adventure. Located at the Hollywood Backlot in Hollywood Land, Club Pixar is a day-to-night party that celebrates all things Pixar. During the day there are photo opportunities, games, face painting, … Read more
During a recent dreary day at Disneyland Resort, we went on the Celebrating Disney100 at the Disneyland Resort guided tour, which takes guests through both theme parks and includes a few free souvenirs. Tour Details The tour lasts about 120 minutes and guests can check in as early as 15 minutes before their tour begins. … Read more
Mickey’s Toontown has reopened at Disneyland Park, reimagined and renovated into a more dynamic, inclusive, and accessible land. Apart from the addition of new attractions and experiences, preexisting components of the space have reopened to fans eagerly waiting to return during the extended closure. While in the neighborhood, we recently had the opportunity to enter … Read more
Are you looking for a fun, free activity to do the next time you’re at EPCOT? With Spring Break crowds and prices on the rise, a complimentary tea tour could be a saving grace during your next trip during the 2023 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival! There’s plenty of things to see, do, and … Read more
World of Disney had its grand reopening at Disney Springs yesterday, a morning filled with long lines and plenty of guests clamoring for all of the latest Disney Parks merchandise. The store opened with a Virtual Queue system in place for the massive crowds yesterday, and today, it opened a whole two hours early at … Read more
If there’s anything I miss more than the parks throughout these unprecedented COVID-19 closures, it’s got to be the resorts––especially the quaint boat rides from the Magic Kingdom to each of the resorts surrounding the Seven Seas Lagoon and Bay Lake. Luckily, one of our readers was able to take a boat ride through the … Read more
Welcome to Sam’s Centennial Cook-Off: A salute to ALL cook-offs… but mostly barbecue. This is a competition fit for patriots and pit masters, mainly because the chefs behind the new quick service restaurant at The American Adventure are life-long barbecue cook-off pit master champions! Now, let’s take a tour of the brand new restaurant at … Read more
If you’re having major FOMO (no, not that FOMO) after missing all the opening-day excitement for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park, fear not. We have a full tour of the land, featuring walkthroughs of every shop, eatery, and galactic nook and cranny, for your enjoyment. Take a walk through the Resistance forest, spot … Read more
Beginning February 13th, Disney’s Animal Kingdom will offer Guests an opportunity to go behind the scenes and get a peek at some of the backstage areas at Rafiki’s Planet Watch that support the park’s animal care operations. As part of a test, these complimentary 30-minute experiences will be offered throughout the day. Specific backstage locations … Read more