REVIEW: New Haunted Mansion Gargoyle Tiki Mug & Halfway to Halloween Cocktails from Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Walt Disney World

As we announced earlier today, there’s a new Haunted Mansion gargoyle tiki mug now available for a limited time only at Walt Disney World. Part of Halfway to Halloween, the new mug also comes with one of two drinks at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. So naturally we stopped on by … Read more

Disney Shares ‘The Value of Reedy Creek’ Post on Community Outreach Site Outlining District’s History & Benefits for Florida

Disney has taken to their official community outreach site to share their view of the Reedy Creek Improvement District in a new post. Entitled “The Value of Disney Reedy Creek to Florida,” the new post was added today as the battle between Disney and Gov. Ron DeSantis drags out. The lengthy post on Disney’s website … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Meeting a Baby Dragon, Niffler, and a Pygmy Puff in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Japan

Starting last month, Universal Studios Japan introduced a slate of new Magical Creatures greetings around Hogsmeade within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Guests can enjoy a short skit by a magical creature expert followed by lots of photos and even the chance to pet the creatures all day long with a Niffler, a Pygmy … Read more

Disneyland Paris Cancels Halloween & New Year’s Parties, $79,000 Crystal-Encrusted Arribas Brothers Spaceship Earth, & More: Daily Recap (4/15/23)

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Saturday, April 15, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Mickey’s Premium Ice Bars Receive Disney100 Wrapper Makeover at Walt Disney World

For decades, guests have enjoyed Mickey’s Premium Ice Bars, those Mickey Mouse-shaped vanilla ice cream sticks covered in chocolate drizzle. And to celebrate both that longstanding legacy and the ongoing Disney100 celebration, the bars sold around Walt Disney World have received a makeover! The Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bar wrapper until recently featured art depicting … Read more

Social Media Personalities Jailed for Selling Fake Duffy and Friends Plush on Chinese TikTok

A Chinese social media personality has been jailed and issued harsh fines for selling fake plushes of LinaBell, a Disney Friend of Duffy, on the Chinese version of TikTok. Fake Duffy & Friends, Other Disney Character Plushes According to SHINE, the online version of local newspaper Shanghai Daily, six people have been prosecuted in China … Read more

Joey Chou Candles, Tableware, Planter, and More Now Available at Disneyland Resort

It seems like the merchandise from the adorable Joey Chou collection just keeps on coming here at Disneyland Resort. On our latest visit, we found several new tableware items as well as a keychain, candles, and more. Joey Chou Castle Keychain – $14.99 Inspired by the iconic opening to the “Disneyland” TV program where Tinker … Read more

Illuminated Lightsaber Umbrellas Land at Disneyland Resort

If you’re looking for an umbrella for a more civilized age, then there’s nowhere better to search than the World of Disney Store at the Downtown Disney District. That’s where we found these illuminated lightsaber umbrellas, which true to their name light up in the rain! Lightsaber Umbrella – $69.99 There are two types of … Read more

Experts Say Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board’s ‘Superior Authority’ Resolution Won’t Work, Bob Iger ‘Glad’ to Meet with Gov. Ron DeSantis Over Feud, & More: Daily Recap (4/13/23)

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Thursday, April 13, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Freelance Photographers Banned from Universal Beijing Resort

Following a string of complaints from guests, Universal Beijing Resort has officially banned the practice of freelance photo shoots sessions recently popularized on China’s Instagram equivalent. What’s more, photographers who offered this service are even being denied entry to the park! Chinese news outlet China Daily reports that several freelance photographers on the social media … Read more

VIDEO: Interview with Former Imagineer Tim Delaney for 31st Anniversary of Disneyland Paris Featuring Discoveryland & Space Mountain

As Disneyland Paris continues to celebrate its 30th Anniversary (even as its 31st passed this week), we decided to celebrate on our own by sitting down for a spell with former Walt Disney Imagineer Tim Delaney, who was instrumental in the creation of Discoveryland. For those unaware, Discoveryland is the Jules Verne-inspired version of Tomorrowland … Read more

PHOTOS: ‘Luca’-Themed Dining Room Opens at Pizzeria Bella Notte in Disneyland Paris

Last fall, Disney announced an expansion of Pizzeria Bella Notte in Fantasyland at Disneyland Paris, with the reveal of a new “Luca”-themed dining area. With the 31st Anniversary of Disneyland Paris passing this week, the new room finally opened, and we got a look inside! “Luca”-Themed Dining Room in Pizzeria Bella Notte Our look inside … Read more

Disney’s Animal Kingdom 25th Anniversary Food and Merchandise Revealed, Garden Grill Breakfast Menu and Prices, & More: Daily Recap (4/12/23)

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, April 12, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

PHOTOS: Emporium Decorated for Disney100 Celebration at Magic Kingdom

As one anniversary comes to an end, another is just beginning at Walt Disney World! Overnight last night, the 50th Anniversary decor inside the Emporium in the Magic Kingdom was replaced entirely with new Disney100-themed accoutrements. Naturally we visited to take a look! Disney100 Emporium Decor Right at the entrance of the Emporium off Main … Read more

Decade-Long ‘Harry Potter’ Series Adaptation Announced for Max, J.K. Rowling to Produce

After swirling rumors for years about a new long-form series adaptation of the “Harry Potter” series, HBO confirmed today that a full seven season adaptation of the books has been ordered for their Max streaming service. The series was announced today by Warner Bros. Discovery in a press release. The company described the series as … Read more

Saxophone Marquee Removed from Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen at Downtown Disney District

As Downtown Disney continues its transformation, the beloved Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen continues its renovation as well. Now we’ve reached the latest step in the restaurant’s update, with the iconic saxophone marquee now removed from the restaurant’s exterior. Much of the theming on Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen is being removed during the transformation to give … Read more