PHOTOS: Guests Can Once Again Pose Live for Silhouette Art at Magic Kingdom

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Guests can once again pose live for a piece of silhouette or caricature art at the outdoor studio in Magic Kingdom’s Liberty Square. Since reopening, Cast Members have exclusively been using photos as references for their artwork but we noticed guests posing live today. Since silhouette cuttings are completed in under five minutes, guests may … Read more

New TikTok Secret Menu Watermelon Dole Whip Available at Marketplace Snacks in Disney Springs

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The Disney Parks TikTok has shared a new secret menu item available at Marketplace Snacks in Disney Springs. This watermelon Dole Whip comes inside a watermelon wedge, not unlike the Dole Whip available inside a pineapple at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. The special watermelon treat is topped with chocolate chips. It is only available by … Read more

PHOTOS: “Thirst Rangers” Lettering Returns to Coca-Cola Cool Ship at Magic Kingdom

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Cool Ship and the connected Cool Scanner at Magic Kingdom underwent refurbishment this year, and was seemingly completed two weeks ago. Now, final touches have been added, bringing the Tomorrowland kiosk back to its former glory. A week ago, we noticed the lettering on the side of the kiosk reading “Delivering refreshment to a thirsty … Read more

PHOTOS: New Signs Remind Guests Masks Are Still Required on Attractions at Walt Disney World

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Since Walt Disney World stopped requiring masks in outdoor settings, there has been some confusion from guests about where masks are required. A new sign outside the Carousel of Progress in Magic Kingdom is reminding guests to keep their masks on upon entering the attraction’s queue. The sign is at the bottom of the entrance … Read more

Disney Skyliner Now Boarding Multiple Parties in Each Gondola

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Physical distancing is being reduced throughout Walt Disney World and theme park capacity has raised. We’re already seeing more parties being loaded onto one ride vehicle, now multiple parties are sharing a gondola on the Disney Skyliner. This change effectively raises the Skyliner’s capacity. Cast Members aren’t even asking guests if they’re comfortable riding with … Read more

PHOTOS: Disneyland Railroad Only Boarding Guests at Mickey’s Toontown Station

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Since reopening, the Disneyland Railroad has adjusted its operating procedures somewhat. Guests are now only boarding at the Mickey’s Toontown station. This restriction is apparently in an effort to better track the railroad’s wait time as most guests are not currently using it as transportation. Guests can exit at any other station, but will miss … Read more

PHOTOS: New “it’s a small world” Board Game Sails Into Disneyland Resort

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The latest attraction to receive the board game treatment is “it’s a small world.” Funko has partnered with Disney to create a game that lets players sail around the world and it is now available at Disneyland Resort. “it’s a small world” Board Game – $29.99 The package artwork is instantly recognizable to fans of “it’s a … Read more

PHOTOS: Marvel “Loki” Mouse Ear Headband Now Available at Disneyland Resort

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Whether you’re an MCU superfan or just know a few characters offhand, it’s likely you’re clued in on Tom Hiddleston’s iconic portrayal of Loki, God of Mischief. And for those of you that adore an anti-hero (or even villain at times), now Disneyland has the perfect ear headband for you! Loki Ears Headband – $29.99 … Read more

PHOTOS: New Rainbow Minnie Ear Headband Arrives at Disneyland

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Just in time for Pride Month, a colorful new Minnie Mouse ear headband has arrived at Disneyland Resort. This rainbow ear headband is the perfect addition to the rainbow pride merchandise collection and we found it in World of Disney at Downtown Disney District. Rainbow Ear Headband – $29.99 The base of the headband and ears … Read more

Samuel E. Wright, Voice of Sebastian in “The Little Mermaid” & Original The Lion King on Broadway Mufasa, Passes Away at 74

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Samuel E. Wright, who voiced Sebastian in Disney’s The Little Mermaid, has passed away at age 74. In addition to The Little Mermaid, Wright voiced Sebastian in both direct-to-video sequels, the TV series, and other Disney media. He also voiced Kron the Iguanodon in Disney’s Dinosaur. He originated the role of Mufasa in The Lion … Read more

REVIEW: New Red Bean Ice Float Now Available at Lotus Blossom Cafe in EPCOT

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Though Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is almost over, Lotus Blossom Cafe in EPCOT’s China Pavilion has new menu items to celebrate the month. The Char Siu Combo and Red Bean Ice Float are only available through May 31. We tried out the Red Bean Ice Float. Red Bean Ice Float – $8.95 This drink … Read more

The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh at Disneyland Closing for Refurbishment July 5

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The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh in Disneyland Park will be closing for refurbishment on July 5. Disneyland has not revealed the exact nature of the refurbishment or how long it will be closed. Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure only reopened at the end of last month. Like most attractions, The Many Adventures … Read more

PHOTOS: Another Look at Super Nintendo World Construction in Universal Studios Hollywood

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Super Nintendo World opened earlier this year at Universal Studios Japan, but Californians still have to wait to jump into this video game land. Construction began on Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood in August 2020, and was confirmed in December 2020. Since Universal Studios Hollywood reopened, we’ve been able to catch glimpses of … Read more

COVID-19 Testing Site at Walt Disney World Maingate Complex Now Closed

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The COVID-19 testing site that opened at Walt Disney World’s Maingate complex last year has now closed. The site first opened with free drive-thru testing for both Cast Members and the general public in August 2020. In October, walk-up testing began. Vaccines have become more widely available in the past few months, with Disney even … Read more

PHOTOS: Pavement Now Being Replaced at Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom Portals on Main Street U.S.A.

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Earlier this month, the last of the game plaques for Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom were removed after the game officially ended in January. Some portal screens and locks remain, but new pavement is now being placed where the plaques once sat. We noticed the new pavement in front of several Main Street, U.S.A. portals, … Read more

PHOTOS: EPCOT Monorail Signage Removed From Park Entrance

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Since Walt Disney World reopened last summer, EPCOT Monorail line has not been running. The EPCOT Monorail station has been blocked off during this time, but signage remained. Now, the main signage over the entrance has been removed. The station is accessible by a ramp outside of EPCOT’s entrance. Signage has been removed from the … Read more