Shannen Michaelsen 
King Kong fans can pick up an adorable new plush version of the gorilla at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. King Kong Plush – $17.99 This small plush has a smile on his face just asking to be cuddled. Check out the new King Kong candle, too.
Welcome to the merchandise roundup for January 24, 2022! Each new day brings new merchandise to Walt Disney World, and we know you don’t want to miss a thing, so we gather new releases here. Today’s latest additions came from Disney Springs, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom! These were in World of Disney … Read more
Some new apparel featuring Universal Classic Monsters is now available at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. These tees and the hoodie can be found in All Hallows Eve Boutique at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Creature from the Black Lagoon Hoodie – $90 This hoodie is black, with the Creature from the Black Lagoon pictured on the left … Read more
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind isn’t the only EPCOT construction project making big strides today. Scaffolding has been moved and we saw new elements being installed inside Connections Café and Eatery. The new restaurant will be in the World Celebration neighborhood, replacing Electric Umbrella. Scaffolding is now at the corner of the building, which … Read more
As work continues around Seuss Landing, we spotted some paint crews working around the area to keep things touched up. There were three ladders set up, with fencing around them, as crew members painted high-up elements of the land. With so many colorful elements, it’s no surprise we frequently see repainting happening at Seuss Landing. … Read more
Walt Disney World Park Passes, which are here to stay for better or worse, are now available through early 2024. The availability calendar now ends on January 18, 2024, almost two years from now. Of course, 2023 and the first few weeks of 2024 currently have full availability. Are you already planning your trip to … Read more
The Joffrey’s Gourmet Coffee kiosk in Disney California Adventure is serving a new coffee Kahlua bundt cake, so naturally we went to give it a taste! Coffee Kahlua Bundt Cake – $6.50 Coffee-infused bundt cake with dark chocolate mousse filling, Kahlua glaze and coffee chantilly This is a nice, moist cake that is subtly coffee-flavored. The … Read more
New “Play in the Park,” Belle, Minnie Mouse, and Sleeping Beauty Castle ear headbands have arrived on shopDisney.com, just in case you miss the magic of Minnie Ears at home. Mickey Mouse ”Play in the Park” Balloon Light-Up Ear Headband for Adults – $32.99 You’ll be positively glowing when wearing this joyful headband on your … Read more
Some new “Star Wars” apparel has landed in the Star Wars Trading Post at Downtown Disney District. We found a baseball cap and a shirt. “Star Wars” Baseball Cap – $39.99 The front of the hat features Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader locked in a lightsaber battle. C-3PO and R2-D2 are on Luke’s side. Stormtroopers are … Read more
As part of the Lunar New Year celebration at Disney California Adventure, guests can commemorate the Lunar New Year by making a wish at the Lucky Wishes Wall in Paradise Gardens Park. This will be the year of the tiger. The wishes wall is open 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily during the Lunar New … Read more
Disneyland Resort has released images of three previously announced exclusives coming to the resort for Magic Key Holder Celebration Month. The Disneyland Magic Key Instagram post included an image of the Ima’gin cocktail, which we already saw. Magic Key Holders will also be able to snag this complimentary Avengers Campus blueprint lithograph at World of … Read more
Abigail Disney, the granddaughter of Roy Disney, has co-directed a new film with Kathleen Hughes that criticizes the way The Walt Disney Company treats their theme park Cast Members. “The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales” is executive produced by Abigal’s brother Tim Disney and produced by their sister Susan Disney Lord. It will premiere … Read more
The Cast Service Celebration previously scheduled to take place tomorrow, January 25, at Magic Kingdom, has been canceled due to forecasted cold and rainy weather. The celebration was for Cast Members who had reached milestones in 2020, but it was delayed due to COVID-19. It may be rescheduled once again. Magic Kingdom was scheduled to … Read more
The small gift shop at the exit of Toy Story Mania in Disney’s Hollywood Studios has closed to potentially be rethemed to Jessie’s Trading Post. There’s not much to see right now, as the doors are simply closed. The gift shop is in the hallway leading out of Toy Story Mania, and is not accessible … Read more
The medals have been revealed for the debut of runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend. This year’s theme is “Celebrates Yestermorrow.” Yeti… set… run! Get ready for a 3.1-mile nighttime run and scavenger hunt through Disney’s Animal Kingdom as part of the Expedition Everest 5K! Never get lost on your journeys with this event’s compass-inspired finisher medal, perfect … Read more
The interactive banshee hatchling toy we got a sneak peek of last year is now available for purchase in Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. You can adopt these hatchlings in Windtraders. They come in an egg, with their heads just visible. There’s a red-orange and a blue-green version. Interactive Banshee Toy … Read more
