PHOTOS: Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Guitar Uncovered at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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The giant guitar outside Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been completely uncovered after a weeks-long refurbishment. There is no major difference to the guitar, so it seems the refurbishment was just for a general tune-up. The piano keys beneath the guitar remain covered by black tarps. We had speculated that the … Read more

Read About a Test Flight Aboard Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World

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StarWars.com recently boarded Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser for a test flight, and shared information about the hotel’s new characters and other details. Read about their entire experience below. The lightsaber jumps to life in my hands, illuminating a sense of purpose with its gentle hum. At first, the training droid goes slow, telegraphing the path … Read more

31 New Details About Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Revealed, Including Onboard Boutique and Outfits

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StarWars.com has revealed new information about Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. Below are 31 facts from the experience aboard the Halcyon starcruiser, some of which we already knew and some of which is brand-new. 1. You’ll get to live out your dreams of lightsaber training. There have been other opportunities to wield the weapon of the … Read more

PHOTOS: 50th Anniversary Minnie Mouse Sipper and Mickey Balloon Popcorn Buckets Return to Magic Kingdom

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The popular Mickey balloon popcorn buckets and Minnie Mouse sipper celebrating 50 years of Walt Disney World have returned to Magic Kingdom. The balloon-shaped popcorn buckets come in four different colors: green, pink, blue, and gold. They each have the 50th anniversary Cinderella Castle logo in the center and a 50th anniversary strap. They open … Read more

VIDEO: Trailer Released for Pixar’s ‘Turning Red’

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Pixar has released the full trailer for their next film, “Turning Red,” which hits theaters next March. Watch it below. Disney and Pixar’s “Turning Red” introduces Mei Lee (voice of Rosalie Chiang), a confident, dorky 13-year-old torn between staying her mother’s dutiful daughter and the chaos of adolescence. Her protective, if not slightly overbearing mother, … Read more

Colorvision System Down for Maintenance, Universal Orlando Resort Photos Unavailable Online for Foreseeable Future

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About two weeks ago, the online system for Colorvision — the third-party contractor in charge of photos at Universal Orlando Resort — went down. The system remains unavailable “for maintenance.” As a result, Colorvision has stopped selling photo packages to Universal Orlando Resort guests for now. Guests wishing to view and purchase their photos will … Read more

PHOTOS: Three New Stitch Pins Available at Walt Disney World

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Three new open edition pins, featuring everyone’s favorite lovable alien Stitch, are now available at Walt Disney World. We found these at Creations Shop in EPCOT. “I’m Trying to Keep it Together” Stitch Pin – $9.99 The first pin has Stitch trying to pull together a tear. It says “I’m trying to keep it together.” … Read more

PHOTOS: New Holiday Snacks Bracelet by Alex and Ani at Walt Disney World

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Walt Disney World has a new bracelet by Alex and Ani for anyone who loves holiday snacks. We found it in Creations Shop at EPCOT. Holiday Snacks Bracelet by Alex and Ani – $59.99 The golden bracelet has three main charms. One resembles a Santa Mickey cookie and another looks like a premium Mickey ice cream … Read more

PHOTOS: New Spider-Man Pin and Tees Swing Into Walt Disney World

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A new pin and two shirts celebrating the amazing Spider-Man are now available at Walt Disney World. We found them in Marvel Super Hero Headquarters at Disney Springs, alongside the “Spider-Man: No Way Home” MagicBand. Limited Release “Spider-Man: No Way Home” Pin – $17.99 This pin is for the upcoming “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” and shows … Read more

PHOTOS: New ‘Star Wars: A New Hope’ Loungefly Mini Backpack at Walt Disney World

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We’ve seen our fair share of “Star Wars” Loungefly bags, but this new mini backpack is inspired by the first “Star Wars” film, “A New Hope.” It’s now available throughout Walt Disney World and we found it in Discovery Trading Co. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. “Star Wars: A New Hope” Loungefly Backpack – $75 The backpack … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Revised Greeting Warns Guests of Falling Kites at KiteTails in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Upon its premiere on October 1, Disney KiteTails at Disney’s Animal Kingdom became instantly infamous for its wayward, falling kites. The greeting before the show now warns guests that they might see the kites “take a tumble.” Hear the revised greeting in the video below. Here is what the announcement states: “You will see some … Read more

Main ‘Harry Potter’ Cast Reuniting for ‘Return to Hogwarts’ Behind-the-Scenes Special on HBO Max

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The main cast of the “Harry Potter” films will be reunited for “Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts,” a behind-the-scenes special to air on HBO Max on January 1, 2022. The announcement comes on the 20th anniversary of the release of the first “Harry Potter” film, “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.” The reunion … Read more

Universal Studios Theme Parks Win Thea and Brass Ring Awards at IAAPA Expo

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Universal theme parks around the world have won multiple Thea Awards from the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) and a Brass Ring Award from the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA), as announced at the IAAPA Expo. Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan will be awarded the Thea Award for Theme Park Land. … Read more

Walt Disney Imagineers, Stuntronics, and More Awarded by Themed Entertainment Association and IAAPA

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The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) announced at the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Expo that they would be presenting three Thea Awards to Walt Disney Imagineering in 2022. The Stuntronics technology used in Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure will receive a Thea Award for Outstanding Technical Innovation. This advanced robotics figure … Read more

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

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Starbucks now has a full-size mug and a tiny espresso mug celebrating EPCOT and the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World. These mugs match the EPCOT “Been There” series pin released in September and are available at Port of Entry, near the Starbucks at EPCOT. Port of Entry is also where you’ll find the Vault … Read more