Tom Corless 
The parents of the 2-year-old boy who was attacked by an alligator at Disney World last month have issued a statement today, claiming that they “will not be pursuing a lawsuit against Disney.” They will however be starting a foundation in honor of their son’s memory.
Since we reported on the beginning of the new paint scheme a few weeks ago, I know many readers have been anxious to see the finished product on the Carousel of Progress at the Magic Kingdom. Well, it finally appears that the project is nearing completion: The doors now feature the original pavilion logo used … Read more
The Tomorrowland Terrace has had a tumultuous history at the Magic Kingdom. It has typically been closed seasonally for most of the last 20 years, reopening for filler table service a few times, or as the often despised “noodle station” which infamously served nearly inedible fast-food Asian cuisine that would make Panda Express seem like … Read more
Homecoming Florida Kitchen opened this week at Disney Springs, nestled between The Landing and Town Center. Rather than me try to explain exactly what the restaurant is and who Art Smith, here’s the official information: Homecoming: Florida Kitchen and Southern Shine showcases the cuisine of Chef Smith, who was born and reared in the town of … Read more
The 45th Anniversary of Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort is only a few months away, so today Disney is previewing some of the items guests will find to celebrate the occasion this Fall: The Magic Kingdom 45th Anniversary assortment contains a variety of apparel items for adults including short and long-sleeved shirts, … Read more
Chase today announced that as part of its multi-year agreement with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, U.S., it continues as the presenting sponsor of the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. Running for a record 62 days from September 14 through November 14, 2016, Guests attending the Festival will be able to discover delicious global … Read more
A Funko Pop! vinyl figure inspired by Indiana Jones is coming to select merchandise locations at Disney Parks on July 22. This Funko Pop! figure is part of a collection of figures created especially for Disney Theme Park Merchandise. Other figures in this collection include four Haunted Mansion-themed Funko Pop! released in November 2015. The packaging … Read more
Disneyland Reporter Conner Purzycki brings us back to the Disneyland Resort today in his latest photo report: Star Wars Land construction rages on… The small cart outside of the Plaza Inn apprently will be a new Disney Vacation Club sales cart If you haven’t seen it yet, the Cars Precision Series model in Sarge’s inside … Read more
Today at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, work began to remove the sandy shoreline where the alligator attack took place and replace it with more rocks, just like those that line the shore of the Disney Vacation Club wing. The rocks are located just beyond the fences recently installed. There has been no word … Read more
We told you about it first a few months ago, but Disney made it official today: Pizza lovers, rejoice! PizzeRizzo will open this fall in Muppets Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, in the former Toy Story Pizza Planet location. Rizzo The Rat owns and operates the pizzeria, where guests can grab a pizza pie and … Read more
FuelRods have certainly been dominating the Walt Disney World news cycle for a while now, and with Disney rolling out step by step directions in the MyDisneyExperience app, it’s understandable as to why these portable phone chargers are becoming such a big deal at the parks right now. Guests are going to be using up … Read more
WINTER PARK, Fla. – Husband and wife chefs James and Julie Petrakis, who have won wide acclaim for their Winter Park, Florida restaurants Cask & Larder and The Ravenous Pig, will expand their Swine Family Restaurant Group to Disney Springs with a new concept, The Polite Pig. Partnering with the James Beard Foundation-nominated chefs will be Brian Petrakis, who owns … Read more
Apparently, RCID FD firefighters at Walt Disney World were warned to stop feeding alligators at just two months before the alligator incident took place. According to emails obtained by the Orlando Sentinel, Reedy Creek Emergency Services officials were upset with firefighters for feeding at least one of two alligators at a station less than a … Read more
We knew there were big plans for the MyDisneyExperience app, but I’m not sure anyone ever speculated that the app would someday give guests step-by-step directions around the Walt Disney World Resort. Starting Monday, July 18th, the app will begin guiding guests around the resort, whether they are walking or utilizing Disney transportation. The new … Read more
If you were sad that Club Villain at Disney’s Hollywood Studios had come to an end a few weeks ago, we have some good news for you today: the event has been extended into select dates in September and October 2016. The event will be hosted every Friday and Saturday evening in September and October … Read more
Fantasyland-themed Disney Tsum Tsum are coming to select merchandise locations at Disney Parks on July 22. These three-inch stackable plush were inspired by characters and attractions found in Fantasyland. Guests will find two Tsum Tsum inspired by the “it’s a small world” attraction. Additional Tsum Tsum include Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse; Mr. Toad from … Read more
