Shannen Michaelsen 
In a new interview with CNBC, Michael Eisner, former CEO of The Walt Disney Company, talked about Disney’s switch from Bob Iger to Bob Chapek as CEO. “I am a big fan of Disney,” Eisner said. “I am a fan of both Bobs. Yes I hired him [Chapek]. Is he the same executive as I … Read more
The concert lineup has been announced for Mardi Gras 2022 at Universal Orlando Resort, which is also seeing the return of parades. Check out the full list of performers coming to the Music Plaza Stage at Universal Studios Florida: February 5 – Sugar Ray February 12 – Diana Ross February 19 – Barenaked Ladies February … Read more
A new item has joined the Vault Collection available at Walt Disney World, which celebrates the 50th anniversary with vintage-style merchandise. We first found this double bell alarm clock by Citizen at the Main Street Cinema in Magic Kingdom. Vault Collection Alarm Clock by Citizen – $35 The clock comes in a box, but a picture … Read more
A new limited edition pin featuring the Liberty Belle is now available exclusively to Annual Passholders at Walt Disney World. The pin celebrates the 50th anniversary of Magic Kingdom, and we found it at Frontier Trading Post. Liberty Belle Pin – $19.99 The Liberty Belle Riverboat is pictured on the Rivers of America, with trees and … Read more
EPCOT is gearing up for this year’s EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Special souvenir gift cards for the festival are now available at the park. These gift cards can be activated for as little as $15 and for up to $1,000. They will be available at most merchandise locations throughout EPCOT. The small cards … Read more
Starting today, January 13, Disney Cruise Line is requiring all guests age 5 and over to be fully vaccinated before boarding. Previously, only guests 12 and older were required to be vaccinated. Guests younger than 5 must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test result taken between 3 days and 24 hours before boarding. Here … Read more
TRON Lightcycle / Run remains under construction in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom. Though we don’t know how far along the interior of the ride is, we can keep checking up on the exterior portion. The structure next to the coaster, which may be for lockers, is mostly enclosed with wall paneling now. Crew members in … Read more
Disney’s Pop Century Resort has a new collection of apparel and a bottle inspired by the resort’s 20th century theme. All of this merchandise can be found in Everything POP Shopping & Dining. Pop Century Resort Bottle – $26.99 This bottle is covered in colorful symbols from Disney’s Pop Century Resort. It features the resort logo, … Read more
A new pressed penny machine has moved into the recently updated Island Market & Export Candy Shoppe in Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The machine is next to the bulk candy wall. Each penny is $1, and there’s no need to provide a penny of your own. You can also get all eight designs for $5. … Read more
A new fashion collection of Disney nuiMOs outfits has arrived at World of Disney in Disney Springs. This is fashion collection #5 for Disney nuiMOs. Disney nuiMOs Sweater Dress Outfit – $12.99 This first outfit includes a white sweater dress, pink scarf, and red hat. Disney nuiMOs Trench Coat Outfit – $12.99 This outfit has black pants, … Read more
The entire façade of Poseidon’s Fury in Universal’s Islands of Adventure has now been repainted a seafoam green color. Repainting began last month with the façade’s archways. The broken seal at the top of the building later got some gold paint, and colors are being added to the columns. According to the characters guests can … Read more
A new series of limited release Wishables inspired by Snow White’s Enchanted Wish is now available at Walt Disney World. Though they are technically inspired by the Disneyland attraction, they are also just cute plush versions of “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” characters. Snow White is the plush available on its own, while the … Read more
Disney’s Magical Express has officially ended service to and from the Orlando International Airport. The buses are now being converted to Mears Connect, a non-complimentary replacement service, although the transition hasn’t been too smooth. Guests with upcoming resort stays at Walt Disney World are still receiving emails that advertise Disney’s Magical Express. The “Here’s How” … Read more
It seems Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride at Disneyland Park is undergoing some construction work, as scaffolding and scrim have been erected on the roof. Right now, the scaffolding is just around one chimney to the right of the main entrance. The tan scrim is see-through with the sun shining on it but no crew members … Read more
New hooded Spirit Jerseys inspired by “Moana” and “Big Hero 6” have arrived at Disneyland Resort. Maui Hooded Spirit Jersey – $79.99 We found this hoodie in the Dress Shop at Downtown Disney District. It features the tattoo version of Maui on the front. The sleeves also have patterns reminiscent of Maui’s tattoos. The back reads … Read more
California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort has unexpectedly closed for the evening. Reservations are being canceled and guests are receiving gift cards to make up for the inconvenience. A pop-up in My Disney Experience also lets guests know that California Grill is unavailable for dining tonight. Guests can still make a reservation for a future … Read more
