Matthew Soberman 
When the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays kicks off on November 25, guests will be given the gift of more time in the park. Beginning the same day, EPCOT’s operating hours will be extended to 9:30 p.m. To accommodate the new hours, performances of Harmonious will also be pushed back to 9:30. Prior … Read more
Fantasmic! is once again lighting up the night at Disneyland, and if you want to enhance the experience, River Belle Terrace along the Rivers of America is offering up two different special dining packages. We opted for the less-advertised, cheaper option of the “Standard Package”. The Standard Package can not be booked in advance, it … Read more
With the popular Gay Days event just recently taking place at the park, a new rainbow Mickey balloon popcorn bucket has been released at Disneyland! Rainbow Pride Mickey Balloon Popcorn Bucket – $18.25 The bucket is shiny with a rainbow of colors. The front features the classic Mickey face found on the signature balloons sold … Read more
Halloween Horror Nights 2022 has kicked off at Universal Studios Hollywood, and the shops are certainly ready with a load of new merchandise! Studio Screamers Denim Jacket – $95.00 Adorable renditions of Universal Monsters like Frankenstein, the Bride of Frankenstein, and the Wolfman meet Halloween Horror Nights icons like The Director and the Pumpkin Lord … Read more
Disney+ Day has arrived, and the celebration is happening all over Walt Disney World with special décor, photo ops, and more. Let’s take a look at how the theme parks are getting in on the fun! Magic Kingdom Entering the park, Cast Members held up signs along Main Street, U.S.A. for Disney+ Day. As Disney+ … Read more
Disney+ Day has arrived at the Disneyland Resort, so we’re taking a look around to see all of the offerings going on today! Downtown Disney District The Downtown Disney District was home to a collection of artistic photo opportunities, including this optical illusion chalk art by Lori Antoinette and William Zin next to the former … Read more
Flags were lowered to half-staff at Disneyland in memory of Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away earlier today at 96. Queen Elizabeth II was the longest-serving British monarch, reigning for over 70 years, more than the entire span of Disneyland’s history. Her son, Charles, immediately assumed the title as King on her death. We spotted … Read more
After weeks of waiting, the Monstro tiki mug has finally arrived at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and Tiki Terrace in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. The mug previously debuted at the Disneyland Resort in late August. Today’s release coincides with Disney+ Day and the premiere of the remake of “Pinocchio.” The mug comes with an alcoholic … Read more
The plants and animals of “Avatar” will be featured in the “World of Pandora” collection from McFarlane Toys, to be fully revealed tomorrow at the 2022 D23 Expo. To whet our appetites, the official Avatar Twitter account offered a sneak peek of the toys, including plants like the woodsprites showing off their bioluminescent glow. In … Read more
Disney+ Day has taken over Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and some old friends have come out for meet and greets with guests! Over by Indiana Jones Adventure Outpost, Chip and Dale wore their Rescue Rangers outfits to meet guests, likely to remind them that their movie is still available to watch on Disney+. The pair look … Read more
As part of its ongoing transformation, the sign on Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel has been removed. The hotel has had most of its exterior elements removed as it’s being rethemed to the art of Pixar. Currently, only the “Pier” part of the sign has any portion left on the building. Though it’s unknown if a … Read more
Just in time for the release of the “Pinocchio” remake on Disney+ Day, the Monstro tiki mug has crashed onto the shores of Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and Tiki Terrace in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! The mug has the same sculpt as the one released at Disneyland, but this one sports a tan color scheme, … Read more
Some of Disney’s biggest stars have assembled at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for the Disney+ Day Motorcade! Cast Members kicked off the motorcade wearing Disney+ shirts and carrying a Disney+ Day banner. Tiana, wearing a stylish green and white flapper dress, followed in a regal-looking vintage car. Back in 2020, the character was announced to be … Read more
Disney+ Day has arrived, and to celebrate, free buttons and ear hats are being distributed to guests visiting the Disneyland Resort! Both the ears and the button show off the Disney+ logo in its dark blue and white color scheme. The button specifically notes the date of Disney+ Day, September 8, 2022. The ear hats … Read more
Journey of Water Inspired by “Moana” continues to sail towards completion at EPCOT, with two new important facets now on site at the future walkthrough attraction. Just steps from Spaceship Earth and The Seas with Nemo and Friends, a model of the attraction is now visible on the construction site. It’s currently on a set … Read more
While the Walt Disney World Railroad isn’t quite ready to welcome guests back at the Magic Kingdom, a big sign of its impending return can be seen in Tomorrowland. Train tracks have been assembled between Space Mountain and Tomorrowland Light & Power Co., which is undergoing a big refurbishment. The new sections are lying on … Read more
