PHOTOS: New Disney Skyliner Ornaments Float Into EPCOT

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Four new Disney Skyliner ornaments are now available at EPCOT. Just like ornaments that came out a few years ago, these have a shiny exterior with Disney characters peeking out of the gondola “windows”. Ratatouille Skyliner Ornament – $27.99 This ornament has arrived at the perfect time, with Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure about to open. Stitch … Read more

REVIEW: New Churro Cupcake, Cookie, Apple, Marshmallow Pop, and Rice Krispy Appear in the Center Ring at Big Top Souvenirs in Magic Kingdom

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Cast Members have stocked Big Top Souvenirs in Magic Kingdom full of fall and Halloween-themed desserts. Among these tantalizing treats is a new line of churro-flavored items. We picked up all five churro items for a very sugary snack time. Churro Cupcake – $5.19 The cake itself has a subtle cinnamon flavor with cinnamon sugar … Read more

REVIEW: New Chamoy Candy Apple with Spicy Vial from Big Top Souvenirs in Magic Kingdom

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Among the new fall treats available at Big Top Souvenirs in Magic Kingdom is the unique chamoy apple. This caramel apple has a twist of chamoy, a pickled sour fruit mixed with chiles. Chamoy Apple – $10.99 This is a big break from your regular caramel apple. It comes with a small vial to drizzle your … Read more

Bambi and Thumper Joining Disney Fab 50 Character Collection

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Bambi and Thumper will be part of the Disney Fab 50 Character Collection in honor of Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary. Roy Conli, producer at Disney Animation and Disneynature, announced their gold statue on social media today. Bambi and Thumper will be on display in Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

Jo Malone London Replacing Origins at Disney Springs

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Origins in Town Center at Disney Springs has closed and will be replaced by Jo Malone London. The sign for Origins remains up, but the windows now advertise Jo Malone London “coming soon.” Jo Malone London is “a British lifestyle brand known for its unique fragrance portfolio and luxury products for the bath, body and … Read more

Registration Details and Full Merchandise Catalog Released for “Heroes Vs. Villains” Virtual Pin Event

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Earlier this year, Disney announced their 2021 virtual pin event and its “Heroes Vs. Villains” theme. New details have been announced for the event, which will be hosted Saturday, December 4, 2021, starting at 10:00 AM ET. Pin traders can register for the event on September 8, 2021. A virtual waiting room will open at … Read more

Special Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary MagicBand Available as Pre-Arrival Purchase

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A MagicBand celebrating Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary is now available as a pre-arrival purchase for hotel guests. The dark blue MagicBand features different classic Disney characters and a 50th anniversary slider. The MagicBand is limited release, so won’t be available forever. It would usually be $45, but is available as a pre-arrival purchase for … Read more

PHOTOS: New Limited Edition “Magical Comics” Orange Bird Pin Flies Into Walt Disney World

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The newest pin in the “Magical Comics” series has arrived at Walt Disney World. This dynamic pin features Adventureland’s own Orange Bird and fans can find it in Frontier Trading Post. Limited Edition “Magical Comics” Orange Bird Pin – $19.99 Orange Bird is on the comics-inspired cover of the pin. This pin has a limited … Read more

PHOTOS: Preview the France Pavilion Expansion and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT

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Though Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure won’t open to the general public until October 1, Cast Members, Annual Passholders, D23 Gold Members, and Disney Vacation Club Members are all getting the opportunity to preview the attraction. Join us for a “squeak peek” of EPCOT’s France Pavilion expansion and the ride itself. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure was originally scheduled … Read more

REVIEW: New Frankenstein Cake Available at Halloween Horror Nights Tribute Store in Universal Studios Florida

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Among the new treats available in the Halloween Horror Nights Tribute Store in Universal Studios Florida is a Frankenstein cake. The Frankenstein cake is at the center of the above picture. A separate Frankenstein cupcake is on the top shelf. Frankenstein Cake – $8.00 We’re a little bit obsessed with the somewhat sad look of … Read more

PHOTOS: More Haul-O-Ween Decorations Adorn Cars Land in Disney California Adventure

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“Haul-o-ween” is taking over Cars Land at Disney California Adventure. Plenty of decorations went up this weekend—and we took a tour through them at night—but even more have been added since. We already saw the signature scary faces grinning down from from the telephone wire. You might notice some black cone witch hats atop a … Read more

PHOTOS: New Haunted Mansion Apparel Available at Disneyland Resort

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As Halloween approaches, more grim grinning ghosts are coming out to socialize, and you can join them in this new Haunted Mansion apparel. It’s now available in Elias & Co. at Disney California Adventure. The Hitchhiking Ghosts Plaid Shirt – $39.99 This shirt features the Hitchhiking Ghosts on the back in a splatter of spray … Read more

PHOTOS: New “E.T.” and “Back to the Future” Hello Kitty Plush Available at Universal Orlando Resort

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Universal Orlando Resort has two new adorable Hello Kitty plush available in the Hello Kitty Store. These Hello Kitty plush are dressed in the iconic outfits of E.T. and Marty McFly from Back to the Future. Hello Kitty E.T. Plush – $25 Though Hello Kitty is dressed up for Halloween, she still has her red … Read more

European Union Removes U.S. From Safe Travel List and Recommends Travel Restrictions

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The European Union has removed the United States from its list of countries safe for nonessential travel, NBC News reports, and is now recommending that its 27 nations reinstate travel restrictions on U.S. visitors. This reverses The E.U.’s June advice that restrictions be lifted for U.S. travelers. The E.U. also removed Israel, Kosovo, Lebanon, Montengro, … Read more

“Frozone” Joining Disney Fab 50 Character Collection Statues at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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A gold statue of Frozone from The Incredibles and Incredibles 2 will be on display at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this fall as part of the Disney Fab 50 Character Collection. Composer Michael Giacchino helped announce Frozone’s inclusion in the collection.

PHOTOS: Contactless Security Scanners Arrive at Disneyland Resort Parking Structures

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Contactless security scanners are being installed at Disneyland Resort. We saw some at the Downtown Disney District entrance this weekend, now they have arrived at the parking structure entrance. Security officers are still checking bags before guests go through the scanners. Right now, there are just two Evolv scanners set up at one end, while … Read more