PHOTOS: New 50th Anniversary Coloring Book Available at Walt Disney World

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Kids and adults can enjoy the art of coloring with this new coloring book celebrating 50 years of Walt Disney World. Art of Coloring Walt Disney World – $15.99 The cover art featuring Cinderella Castle and some of the Fab 50 statues is by Fabiola Garza, originally released as the cover of “A Portrait of … Read more

PHOTOS: New ‘The Mandalorian’ Sweatshirt and Sweatpants at Walt Disney World

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A new set of apparel inspired by “The Mandalorian” is now available at Walt Disney World. We found this sweatshirt and sweatpants in Creations Shop at EPCOT. “The Mandalorian” Sweatshirt – $64.99 The sweatshirt is light grey with a stripe of green and black camo on one side. The Mandalorian’s helmet is on the left breast. … Read more

PHOTOS: New Mexico Pavilion Alebrijes Shoulder Plush Available at Disneyland Resort

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We may not be in EPCOT, but we did find new Mexico merchandise at Disneyland Resort. These Alebrijes shoulder plush were in World of Disney at Downtown Disney District. Alebrijes are a form of colorful folk art in Mexican culture and the animals were depicted as spirit guides in Pixar’s “Coco.” Alebrije Shoulder Plush – … Read more

PHOTOS: Whos Walk Around Seuss Landing for Christmas at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Every Who down in Whoville likes Christmas a lot, so they’ve stepped out at Seuss Landing in Universal’s Islands of Adventure to celebrate with guests. There are Whos tall and small walking around, happy to talk and pose for photos. You might catch some Whos dancing and singing, too. Each Who has a name and … Read more

PHOTOS: New Mr. DNA and ‘Jurassic World’ Bags Unearthed at Universal Orlando Resort

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Don’t let the dinos steal your cash with one of these new belt bags or a tote bag inspired by the “Jurassic Park” franchise. These are now available at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Mr. DNA “Jurassic Park” Belt Bag – $26 Mr. DNA merchandise has been popular for the last year at Universal Orlando Resort. This … Read more

PHOTOS: New ‘Harry Potter’ Hogwarts House Backpacks and Belt Bags by Danielle Nicole at Universal Orlando Resort

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A magical new collection of “Harry Potter” bags by Danielle Nicole have arrived in Universal Orlando Resort. These backpacks and belt bags are inspired by each of the four Hogwarts houses. The Gryffindor bags are burgundy with gold embroidery. Gryffindor Backpack by Danielle Nicole – $82 The Gryffindor lion is embroidered at the top of … Read more

Disney CEO Bob Chapek Says He Had ‘Every Intention of Making It’ to Destination D23

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There’s been a lot of talk about Disney CEO Bob Chapek in the past few days after we noticed that he had been removed from the Destination D23 schedule. According to Disney, Chapek has a scheduling conflict in Los Angeles that prevents him from making the Orlando event. Chapek appeared on the latest episode of … Read more

Disneyland and Disney California Adventure New Year’s Eve Hours Indicate Possible Fireworks

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Disneyland Resort guests may get to enjoy New Year’s Eve fireworks this year. Both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure will be open well past midnight. Disneyland Park Disneyland Park will open at 8:00 a.m. on December 31 and is scheduled to close at 2:00 a.m. the next morning. Disney California Adventure Disney California Adventure … Read more

PHOTOS: New 50th Anniversary Magic Kingdom Starbucks ‘Been There’ Series Mugs Now Available

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A full-size mug and a tiny espresso mug by Starbucks are now available, celebrating 50 years of Magic Kingdom. These mugs match the tote bag and pin released in September. We found them in the Emporium at Magic Kingdom. Magic Kingdom 50th Anniversary Mug Ornament – $14.99 This tiny mug could also be used as an … Read more

PHOTOS: Work Continues on Communicore ‘Skylight’ Tubes and Restaurant Ceiling in World Celebration at EPCOT

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There’s always some construction to look at in EPCOT these days, whether it’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind or Journey of Water. Let’s take a look at what was once Innoventions East and will eventually be a new quick-service restaurant and Starbucks. The area that temporarily housed Mouse Gear was full of construction vehicles … Read more

PHOTOS: Work Continues on Walt Disney World Railroad and TRON Lightcycle Run in Tomorrowland and Magic Kingdom

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There’s still a lot of work to be done in Tomorrowland before the Walt Disney World Railroad can reopen. Thankfully, we’ve been seeing some progress on the classic attraction, which will soon run underneath TRON Lightcycle / Run. We haven’t seen much of anything going on at the Storybook Circus train station in the past … Read more

PHOTOS: New ‘Star Wars’ Santa Hat and Gingerbread Cookie Chewbacca Loungefly Purse at Walt Disney World

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More “Star Wars” Christmas merchandise has arrived at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. A new Chewbacca purse by Loungefly matches the “Wookiee cookies” apparel. Also new is a Santa hat. Gingerbread Cookie Chewbacca Purse by Loungefly – $70 This Chewbacca-shaped purse depicts the Wookiee as a gingerbread cookie. His utility belt is full of peppermint candies. The bag … Read more

PHOTOS: New Walt’s Holiday Lodge Mickey & Minnie Loungefly Backpack Skis Into Walt Disney World

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Mickey and Minnie are skiing into the holiday season on this new Loungefly mini backpack from the Walt’s Holiday Lodge collection, now available at Walt Disney World. Walt’s Holiday Lodge Loungefly Backpack – $85 A large heart-shaped piece is hanging from the front of the backpack depicting Mickey and Minnie on a ski lift. They are … Read more

Guests Now Able to Charge Purchases to Hotel Room Using Disney MagicMobile

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Walt Disney World guests are now able to use the Disney MagicMobile service to charge food and merchandise purchases to their Disney Resort hotel room. With the MagicMobile service, guests can set up a digital pass through My Disney Experience. Guests can then use the pass in their Apple Wallet or Google Bay app to … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction of ‘Moana’ Journey of Water Structures Continues in EPCOT

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Crews are working on constructing several new structures for Journey of Water, a walkthrough attraction inspired by “Moana,” in the center of EPCOT. During our last few updates, we’ve taken a look at excavation for the attraction and seen the beginnings of some new structures in the area. The two structures we previously saw in … Read more

PHOTOS: New Holiday Freestyle Cup Available at Universal Studios Florida

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A new holiday Freestyle cup is now available at Universal Studios Florida. With one of these cups, guests can get free beverage refills for the day at Coca-Cola Freestyle machines throughout the resort. Holiday Freestyle Cup – $16.99 The cup is red with a translucent white cap. It’s covered in Christmas lights and snowflakes. Postcard … Read more