VIDEO: Imagineer Behind Ratatouille ‘Bistrot Chez Rémy’ Talks Cotino – A Storyliving by Disney Community, Calls Rancho Mirage Walt Disney’s ‘Laughing Place’

Disney has released the first of a new series of videos called “The Story Behind the Making of Cotino,” about the creation of the first Storyliving by Disney community currently under construction. This video features Cotino community’s creative director, Imagineer Amy Young, who was the interior designer of Bistrot Chez Rémy in Disneyland Paris. Young … Read more

TRON Lightcycle Run Annual Passholder Preview Dates Released

Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can now sign up for TRON Lightcycle / Run previews at Magic Kingdom. There have been technical issues during the sign-up process, but we do now know the dates of the previews. Annual Passholders will be previewing TRON Lightcycle / Run on March 4-6 and 8-12. When we got to … Read more

BREAKING: Registration Now Open for Annual Passholder Previews of TRON Lightcycle Run at Magic Kingdom

As of this morning, Annual Passholders can now reserve a preview of TRON Lightcycle Run at the Magic Kingdom. Right now, the virtual queue for preview registration is moving quickly. Guests will need to log into their Annual Passholder Disney account. They can then select any guests who will be joining them for the preview … Read more

New ‘Toy Story’ Lotso Plush Loungefly Purse at Walt Disney World

A new Lotso plush Loungefly purse is available at Walt Disney World. We found the Lots-o’-Huggin’ Bear bag in Creations Shop at EPCOT. Lotso Plush Loungefly Purse – $75 The fuzzy bag is shaped like Lotso’s head, complete with a pleather pink nose, embroidered eyes, and velour eyebrows. Like most Lotso merchandise, he’s strawberry-scented. Lotso’s … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Moon Girl Meet-and-Greet Debuts at Disney California Adventure

Moon Girl from Marvel’s “Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur” is now greeting guests in Hollywood Land at Disney California Adventure, and we were on hand for the very first greeting! Though the Moon Girl cavalcade and stage show were only performed today, February 15, the Moon Girl meet-and-greet will stick around for a little longer. … Read more

First Global Garden Appears for 2023 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

The first Global Garden has been erected in EPCOT for the 2023 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. This is the spice garden at the Morocco Pavilion, right outside the restrooms. The garden features plants in boxes and tiered, round decorations. In addition to the Global Gardens, the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival features … Read more

FIRST CHARACTER TOPIARIES Arrive For 2023 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

The first character topiaries have arrived at EPCOT for the 2023 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. Guests can see playful pandas in front of the China Pavilion, and now Anna and Elsa are in front of the Norway Pavilion as EPCOT prepares for the popular festival. Snowflakes were later added near Anna and Elsa. … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: ‘Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur’ Stage Show Performs for One Day Only at Disney California Adventure

Following the “Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur” cavalcade, a Moon Girl stage show is taking place for one-day only at Disney California Adventure. The cavalcade was at 10:00 a.m. and the first show was at 11:00 a.m. The show will happen again at 2:00 p.m. at the Hollywood Backlot Stage. Moon Girl will also begin … Read more

VIDEO: The Muppets Ride Journey Into Imagination with Figment at EPCOT

The Muppets have shared a new video on Twitter of Gonzo and Walter riding Journey Into Imagination with Figment at EPCOT. Watch it below or by clicking here. A Sam the Eagle Muppets sipper is currently available at the Regal Eagle Smokehouse in EPCOT and the Muppets-inspired “Rainbow Connection” show is playing nightly on Spaceship … Read more

Potential Shopping Center and Hotel in Development Near Disney’s All-Star Resorts

A commercial development that may include a shopping center, restaurants, and a hotel is being developed for land near Disney’s All-Star Resorts, according to Orlando Business Journal. Lake Wilson Enterprises LLC purchased the 9.2-acre plot of land in August 2019 for $6 million. It’s in Osceola County, at the southeast corner of Funie Steed Road … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: ‘Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur’ Cavalcade Features Moon Girl Character Debut & Voice Cast at Disney California Adventure

Moon Girl is now greeting guests at Disney California Adventure, and her arrival was celebrated with a one-time “Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur” cavalcade featuring the cast of the new animated series. “Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur” debuted on February 10 on Disney Channel and February 15 on Disney+. The series follows the adventures of 13-year-old super-genius Lunella Lafayette … Read more

NEW Vault Collection Hoodie Featuring Vintage Photos of Walt Disney World Available

A new pullover hoodie featuring vintage photos of Walt Disney World Resort is available as part of the 50th anniversary Vault Collection. We found it in Main Street Cinema at Magic Kingdom. Vault Collection Hoodie – $69.99 The hoodie is white, with photos from the 1970s at Magic Kingdom and the early resort hotels. This … Read more

NEW Sneak Peek of Live-Action ‘The Little Mermaid’ Features First Look at Melissa McCarthy as Ursula

A new sneak peek of the live-action adaptation of “The Little Mermaid” has been released by Disney. Watch it below. The first teaser trailer was released back in September. “The Little Mermaid” stars Halle Bailey as Princess Ariel. The cast also includes Jonah Hauer-King as Prince Eric, Melissa McCarthy as Ursula, and Javier Bardem as … Read more

Akoya Pearls Reopens in Japan Pavilion at EPCOT After 3 Years

Akoya Pearls reopened today, February 15, in the Japan Pavilion of EPCOT after a three-year closure. It has not operated since March 2020, when Walt Disney World Resort closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This experience can be found inside Mitsukoshi. At this station, there are tanks of water with dozens of oysters at the … Read more

RUMOR: Jurassic World VelociCoaster to Start Accepting Universal Express Pass Next Week

A new rumor suggests that Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure will start accepting Universal Express Pass soon. The popular roller coaster opened in June 2021 with standby and single rider queues. Many new Universal attractions have opened without the service, opting to add it later when the initial rush of guests has … Read more

New Disney 100 ‘Up’ House LEGO Set Coming Soon

Images of an upcoming Disney100 “Up” house LEGO set have leaked online. The original image was low quality, but higher-quality images have since been released. The set is branded for Disney100. In addition to the house with a small cluster of balloons at the top, there will be a section of yard with more balloons, … Read more