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New health and safety measures will be in place at restaurants across Walt Disney World Resort theme parks during their phased reopening. These new procedures include: Enhanced Cleaning – Seating and dining areas are cleaned between guest seatings, along...
rise of the resistance
There is so much right with Star Wars Rise of the Resistance ride, however, all that was negated by all that is wrong with the attraction and Disney’s bungling of the opening of this second anchor to Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Them Park at...
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Magic Kingdom Park transforms with fun ghoulish galore for 36 nights, featuring a special stage show, attraction experiences and moreAn all-new nighttime fireworks spectacular puts a spirited spin on the 2019 spooky season as Magic Kingdom Park hosts Mickey’s...
Magic in the air on Disney Skyliner
There will soon be magic gliding above the treetops of Walt Disney World Resort when the new Disney Skyliner takes flight Sept. 29, 2019.As much a magic carpet as a complimentary transportation system, Disney Skyliner will soar above waterways and wooded areas alike...
Bob Iger Resigns from Apple’s Board
According to a Apple, Inc. 8-K, Bob Iger, CEO of The Walt Disney Company, has resigned from the board of directors of Apple, Inc. It has been an extraordinary privilege to have served on the Apple board for 8 years, and I have the utmost respect for Tim Cook, his team...
Rise of the Resistance Details
Disney guests will traverse the corridors of a Star Destroyer and join an epic battle between the First Order and the Resistance – including a face-off with Kylo Ren – when Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance opens Dec. 5, 2019, at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida...
Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities
Guests can shop for mysterious and unique galactic artifacts collected by Dok-Ondar, a legendary antiquities dealer who is as mysterious as many of the objects he collects. The Ithorian’s den is packed with racks and crates of items with their own stories to tell:...
Disney Offers $1 Million in Relief to The Bahamas
The Walt Disney Company, led by Disney Cruise Line, has committed more than $1 million in cash and in-kind support to help relief and recovery efforts for those in The Bahamas affected by Hurricane Dorian. The Walt Disney Company stands with the people of The Bahamas...
star wars galaxy’s edge first look
Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run is an anchor attraction inside the new Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, opening Aug. 29, 2019, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida. It combines immersive storytelling with interactive gameplay to make guests the protagonists of their...
Blue Skies
This weekend and the upcoming week bring a lot to the Disney fan-base. Ending the monumental D23 in California dropped tons of news on topics ranging from park experiences, updates, to television and film releases. As we adjust the focus of our site and enable some...
What’s Coming to Walt Disney World
Disney Parks, Experiences and Consumer Products Chairman Bob Chapek revealed exciting details of new experiences coming to Disney Parks during D23’s Destination D: Celebrating Mickey Mouse fan celebration in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. (Ty Popko) D23’s Destination D:...
Mary Poppins Return
The latest movie in the reboot frenzy from The Walt Disney Company is the resurrection of Mary Poppins in Mary Poppins Returns, coming to theaters on December 19, 2018. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19YzAUgx0A0 Mary Poppins Returns Royal Doulton Bowl clip I am a...
donald duck icon
Squared Co., the creative studio based out of California, has a monthly prompt for creative inspiration. They offer a theme to their community and artists create a piece of work based on that theming. This month's theme is Duck Doodle, so we had to break out pencils...
minnie van service at the walt disney world resort
Only at Walt Disney World Resort will guests find a fleet of colorfully decorated, Disney-operated vehicles inspired by the polka-dot dress made famous by Minnie Mouse. The appropriately named Minnie Van service is one of the many ways guests can travel comfortably...
disney mom’s panel 2019 search
Calling all vacationers who know a thing or two about the power of magic: The Disney Parks Moms Panel is looking for you! Entering its 12th year, the search for the Disney Parks Moms Panel will be open Sept. 5-12, 2018, inviting park-savvy Disney buffs to apply for a...
2018 eat to the beat concert series lineup
Thirty-two musical acts will perform during the 23rd Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, Aug. 30-Nov. 12, 2018. These performers represent a diverse collection of hitmakers from pop to country to R&B and more. The concert series packs a powerful lineup...
2018 holiday disney cruises
This year, unwrap a holiday adventure for the whole family: a cruise aboard the Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream or Disney Fantasy, all decked out with holiday cheer. Starting early November, Disney Cruise Line adds sparkle to each ship during Very Merrytime...
4 rivers barbecue coming to disney springs
The award-winning 4R Restaurant Group will launch its newest concept in late August with the opening of its 4R Cantina Barbacoa Food Truck located in the Marketplace at Disney Springs. The eatery will debut a variety of new signature dishes, including a Taco Cone and...