The winner of Sunday’s Super Bowl LVII will be celebrated at Disneyland rather than Walt Disney World for the second year in a row. This Sunday night the Kansas City Chiefs will face the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LVII. On the line is the Lombardi Trophy, bragging rights, and most importantly, a victory parade … Read more
1.819 days after construction first kicked off on February 14, 2018, nearly five years ago, we finally got to experience the new TRON Lightcycle / Run coaster at the Magic Kingdom! The new coaster is a clone of the opening day E-Ticket from Shanghai Disneyland, and we were invited guests as part of the ongoing … Read more
For the past several months, Disney has been in contract negotiations with the Service Trades Council Union, which represents more than 45,000 Walt Disney World Cast Members, over benefits and wage increases. Now the union has officially voted to reject Disney’s most recent offer to the union in favor of more beneficial terms to Cast … Read more
It looks like workers are digging a little deeper as work continues to transform Splash Mountain into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. No sooner did guests take their last ride on this beloved attraction last month, construction workers descended upon it to begin preparations for its transformation. Scaffolding bridges have been put up at the hairpin turn … Read more
For the first time since March 2020, when Walt Disney World closed for the coronavirus pandemic, Cast Members were seen using pin trading lanyards. When the parks reopened in summer 2020, operations were heavily changed for the recommended health and safety protocols. This included physical distancing and as such, Cast Members were not wearing lanyards … Read more
Disney CEO Bob Iger, Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro, and Walt Disney World President Jeff Vahle were spotted touring Walt Disney World together this week. Instagram user @abigail_the_fun_princess shared a photo she took with the three executives at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Vahle commented on the photo, “Great meeting you Abby, and thanks for being our … Read more
Starting on January 27, The Walt Disney Company will be celebrating its 100th anniversary. We recently found new Disney 100th anniversary plush, pins, ornaments, and more arriving at the Walt Disney World Resort. Mickey and Friends Disney 100 Beach Towel – $29.99 A souvenir beach towel commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Walt Disney Company … Read more
Just in time for the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, Henna tattoo art is now available in the Morocco pavilion. New Morocco Pavilion Henna Tattoo Art Station You can find Henna artists next to Lamps of Wonder, which houses the Princess Jasmine (and sometimes Aladdin) meet and greet. In the image above, the … Read more
After a slew of changes was announced for Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort this afternoon, Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro gave an interview with the New York Times. The changes, which included bringing back free parking and easing reservation requirements, have been well received by fans. Some applauded the changes as a result of … Read more
Walt Disney World Annual Passholders will soon be able to visit the parks after 2 p.m. on afternoons without a reservation. This does not include Magic Kingdom on Saturdays and Sundays, when a reservation will still be required. “Beginning in the next few months, Walt Disney World Annual Passholders will be able to visit the … Read more
Among the most memorable lines in the Star Wars franchise is the exchange between Princess Leia and Han Solo. Now that expression of love is immortalized in a Star Wars “I Love You” Spirit Jersey. We found this Spirit Jersey at Star Traders in the Magic Kingdom. This jersey arrives just in time for Valentine’s … Read more
Walt Disney World has just announced spring and summer hotel room discounts, up to 30% off for Florida residents. The discount is available most nights from May 1, 2023, to July 10, 2023. The following resorts are included in the discount: 30% Off 25% Off 20% Off 10% Off At check-in, valid proof of Florida … Read more
With the opening of TRON Lightcycle/Run at the Magic Kingdom rumored to be sometime in early April, we went to check out its progress. While riding the Walt Disney World Railroad today, we noticed a height requirement sign added. This new sign, which has been recently added to the ride’s queue entrance, has the height … Read more
Sosa Family Cigar Co. in Disney Springs will permanently close on January 2, 2023. The family-run store has been a long-standing staple with its first location in Pleasure Island and the current West Side location, dating back to the early 2000s. Sosa’s Family Cigar Co. has been in the industry for over 70 years and … Read more
A deadly snow “bomb cyclone” brought heavy snow, strong winds, and zero visibility, causing widespread travel disruptions over the holiday weekend. Airlines were forced to cancel more than 1,000 flights through Monday, according to FlightAware. Many airlines have recovered — more or less, except Southwest Airlines. As of Tuesday morning Eastern time, FlightAware reported that … Read more
Disney recently announced the return of Disney After Hours events at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and the Magic Kingdom Park, beginning on January 4, 2023. At the time, it was unclear what additional offerings would be available for guests at this separately priced ticketed event. Showtimes have now been posted for two nighttime shows at Disney’s … Read more