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- NEW Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Monsters, Inc. Park Expansion in Disney World
We have NEW behind-the-scenes footage of construction on Monstropolis! - Disney Cruise Line Recognized Again for Commitment to Sustainability
Disney Cruise Line has once again been recognized by the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority with the 2025 Blue Circle Award, honoring the cruise line’s continued participation in the port’s voluntary EcoAction Program and commitment to operating responsibly. Commitment to Sustainability The Blue Circle Award recognizes members of... - Disney Shares Behind the Scenes Video of Monstropolis Construction Site Disney Imagineer Scott Mallwitz takes you behind the construction wall at Monstropolis in a behind-the-scenes look at the site at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, where they are preparing for Human Day. Monstropolis We can only see so much from our reporting in the park! While there is a...
- Disney Shares Video of the Magic of Disney Animation Construction Site Disney is showing a behind-the-scenes look at the construction site for The Magic of Disney Animation at Disney’s Hollywood Studios—specifically the Alice in Wonderland-themed playground. The Magic of Disney Animation In the clip, we see the Drawn to Wonderland area with a Mad Hatter house. The play...
- Solar-Powered Trash & Recycling Bins Debut at EPCOT With Medallions Brand new solar-powered trash and recycling bins have debuted at EPCOT. The foot pedal at the bottom makes them more hygienic, although guests may be a bit confused about how to use them. New Trash and Recycling Bins We spotted the new bins around the entrance of...
- 7 New Retro Disney Shirts Just Quietly Released on Amazon We're obsessed with these retro Disney shirts from Amazon!
- Inside Monstropolis: We got an early look at Disney’s Monsters, Inc. coaster expansion We got an early look at Disney's upcoming Monstropolis expansion, including Human Day, interactive city details, a new theater attraction, and the future Monsters, Inc. coaster. The post Inside Monstropolis: We got an early look at Disney’s Monsters, Inc. coaster expansion appeared...
- These Disney FLASH Deals Are Too Good To Pass Up on Amazon You're going to be shocked at this sale for Disney items on Amazon!
- Swifties Are Freaking Out Over This New ‘Toy Story’ Social Media Post Want to see your Toy Story favorites in their Taylor Swift eras? Pixar just delivered every Swiftie and Disney adults's dream!
- Two Construction Projects COMPLETE at Disney’s Pop Century Resort Pop Century is looking a little brighter these days.
- I’ve Collected Every Single FREE Thing You Can Get in Disney World. Here Are the 5 That I’ll Keep Forever. We're rounding up our 5 FAVORITE free souvenirs we've found in Disney World!
- Cast Members Voted On New Name of Baby Masai Giraffe at Disney's Animal Kingdom The new baby giraffe at Disney's Animal Kingdom that arrived in April now has a new name, keeping a theme that goes along with much of her herd.What's Happening:Devotees may recall that early in May, Walt Disney World shared a number of cute baby animals that were born behind the...
- Loco Beach Coconuts Recap Their Fun-Filled Weekend at Walt Disney World On and Off The Field The Loco Beach Coconuts have shared a recap of the fun they've had on and off the field last weekend at Walt Disney World.What's Happening:Host AJ Swiatek is hosting the weekly installment of Behind the Beach, capturing all the highlights in the world of the fifth official Banana Ball team,...
- Brunch Gets a Steampunk Twist: The Edison Introduces Weekend Brunch at Disney Springs The Edison at Disney Springs has launched a brand-new weekend brunch, offered every Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.What's Happening:Known for its steampunk-inspired ambiance, inventive cocktails, and live entertainment, The Edison is introducing a vibrant new brunch experience at Disney Springs, featuring live music.The new menu features...
- 17 Anxiety-Inducing Things in Disney World That Nobody Talks About Enough Here are 17 things that are genuinely anxiety-inducing at Disney World, and that don't get nearly enough airtime.
- FIRST LOOK: Disney World Shows Off Changes to Its Iconic Treehouse Villas We just got a sneak peek of the newly refurbished Treehouse Villas at Saratoga Springs Resort!
- Disney Fans Reveal the Hotel Lessons They Learned the HARD Way From happy surprises to unexpected snags, Disney World fans are sharing the hotel lessons they learned the hard way!
- You Can Now Customize Your Disney World Refillable Mug We love this new Disney refillable mug accessory!
- Disney Reveals Name of Masai Giraffe Born Recently at Walt Disney World A female Masai giraffe calf was born earlier this spring, and Disney has revealed her name: Ivy. Guests will be able to meet her very soon. Masai Giraffe Calf The baby girl, named Ivy, arrived weighing 120 pounds and standing nearly six feet tall back in April. Her...
- Monstropolis Clue Points to D23 Reveal for Harryhausen’s and the Glob Theater A Walt Disney World announcement for the new Monsters, Inc. land under construction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios was released today. A clue on the front page of the published newspaper graphic indicates we may be getting more details for Harryhausen’s and the Glob theater show later this...
- Walt Disney Imagineering Files Permit for Playground in Tropical Americas Walt Disney Imagineering filed another “General Construction” permit for Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. However, the contractor provided indicates it’s for work on the playground. Tropical Americas Playground Permit Disney has said that Tropical Americas will include a new playground area for small children once it...
- ‘Love’ Pride Month Photo Op Returns to Animal Kingdom in 2026 The Pride Month mural has been installed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. It joins the displays we have spotted at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Disney Springs. Pride Month Photo Op at Disney’s Animal Kingdom The wall is located in the same spot as previous years, on...
- Disney Characters Arrive as Walt Disney World's Treehouse Villas Undergo Refurbishment One of the most unique lodgings at the Walt Disney World Resort is getting a dose of Disney character in a new refurbishment on each of the Treehouse Villas.What's Happening:Some changes are afoot at a fan-favorite resort hotel at Walt Disney World as a refurbishment descends upon the Treehouse Villas...
- Last Chance: Walt Disney World Annual Pass For Just $99 Down Florida residents have a short window left to take advantage of a reduced down payment offer on a new Walt Disney World Annual Pass. The deal, which cuts the required down payment in half to just $99, expires June 24, 2026. All four Annual Pass tiers are eligible. After...
- CONFIRMED: Park Hopping Rules Are Changing at Disneyland Next Week A longtime Disneyland park hopping rule is about to be no more.
- AllEars TV: My First Time at Dollywood — Honest Review from a Disney World Fan Can Dollywood compete with Disney World? It is stamp card day one and today Quincy is taking her first ever trip to Dollywood to give you an honest, unfiltered review from the perspective of a Disney World fan!
- Disney reveals new story details for Monstropolis at Hollywood Studios New Monstropolis details, including Harryhausen's and H.U.M.A.N. Day
- NEWS: First Restaurant Announced for New Monstropolis Land in Disney World! Disney just announced the new restaurant coming to 'Monsters, Inc.' Land!
- BREAKING: Disney Just Revealed NEW Details for Monsters, Inc. Expansion in Hollywood Studios We've got NEW details about Disney World's new 'Monsters, Inc.' land!
- New Details From Behind the Construction Walls in Monstropolis: Here’s What We Saw & Questions We Still Have Walt Disney World recently invited media to a hard hat tour of a portion of the Monstropolis construction site in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The tour was brief, but it offered a close look at the current state of work. Disney also shared additional details, including the backstory of Monstropolis,...
- I Flew To Orlando For A 12 Hour Disney World Trip — Here’s How It Went I took a 12 hour Disney World trip last year, and let's just say, I learned A LOT!
- Celebrate Summer With the New Patriotic Popcorn Mix at Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom Introduces New Patriotic Popcorn Mix Summer has officially arrived at Walt Disney World, and you know what that means—it’s time for some festive, limited-time treats! If you are looking for the perfect snack to munch on while waiting for the fireworks, Magic Kingdom has you covered. A brand-new,...
- How Pixar and Imagineering Are Expanding the Monstropolis Story with Disney's Hollywood Studios Land Now that Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets has opened, some of the sting surrounding the closure of Muppet*Vision 3D has begun to fade. That also means we can start looking ahead to what comes next for the former Muppets Courtyard area. Monstropolis at Disney's Hollywood Studios extends well...
- Scream-Worthy Reveal: Walt Disney World Announces New Story Details for Monstropolis Are you ready for H.U.M.A.N. Day? Walt Disney World has announced new details surrounding how guests fit into the story of the upcoming Monstropolis land.What’s Happening:Now that The Muppets have officially made their move from the former Grand Avenue to G-Force Records, Disney’s Hollywood Studios is moving full speed ahead...
- 2026 Halloween Details Revealed for Disneyland Resort The calendar has turned to June so that means it’s time to start talking about Halloween! That sentence might leave you scratching your head but while you contemplate the meaning of time, Disneyland Resort has released some details for their 2026 Halloween festivities. In this post, we’ll...
- Monsters Inc. Land Official Backstory: Welcome to H.U.M.A.N. Day in Monstropolis Disney has released new details about Monstropolis, the upcoming land under construction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, including the narrative framework that will anchor the experience. Disney also confirmed the names of several locations inside the land. The announcement fleshes out the in-world backstory guests will step into when...
- Disney Store Pop-Up Starts July 4 in Brisbane, Australia Disney Store Australia is opening a new pop-up shop at Wintergarden shopping centre, on Brisbane’s Queen Street Mall. The public can first experience it July 4 at 9 am, and [...]
- “Fend For Yourselves!”: Stunned Disneyland Guests Forced to Self-Evacuate Haunted Mansion After Unprecedented PA Announcement Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, has spent over seven decades positioning itself as the absolute gold standard of global theme park operations. Central to this brand identity is a strict corporate commitment to guest safety and theatrical illusion. When a high-profile attraction experiences an operational glitch, the “magic”...
- Official Name of Universal Great Britain Resort Announced – in Today’s Daily Recap for 6/3/2026 The Treehouse Villas at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa are currently being refurbished. In another teaser posted by Pixar, it seems we are getting another announcement from Taylor Swift regarding Toy Story 5. Several Walt Disney World restaurants have removed and added menu items, including California Grill...
- Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resort Refurbishment Update - June 2026 A few minor construction projects are happening in-and-around Disney's Beach Club Resort and neighboring Yacht Club.
- First Look at New Treehouse Villas Renovations Disney has provided some early images of updated decor being installed in the Treehouse Villas at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort.
- New Details Revealed in License Application for Disney Lakeshore Lodge A new filing offers details on the number of villas and Trust status of the forthcoming Disney Vacation Club property.
- How ‘Obsession’ Was Inspired by…’The Simpsons’? As South Park pointed out years ago, for every work, there is a "Simpsons did it!"
- ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Action Director Philip J. Silvera Elevated the Fights For Season 2 — Emmy Voters Should Take Note The fight scenes in Season 2 are proof of the care that goes into this series.
- Stream It Or Skip It: ‘Not Suitable For Work’ On Hulu, A Mindy Kaling-Created Comedy About Five 20-Somethings In New York Trying To Figure Things Out If the format and premise of this series sounds familiar (cough Friends,cough HIMYM) you're not imagining it.
- When Does ‘Love Island UK’ Season 13 Come Out on Hulu and Disney+? It's Love Island time!
- Stream It Or Skip It: ‘Doctor On The Edge’ On Hulu, About A Doctor Who Meets A Line-Crossing Nurse As They Work On A Small Island The series balances medical stories with a developing romance between its two main characters.
- Clove Reveals “Toy Story 5” Sneakers Designed for Healthcare Workers As Toy Story 5 races towards theaters, popular healthcare-focused shoe brand Clove has unveiled new footwear inspired by popular characters from the films. What’s Happening:Move over Buzz Lightyear, healthcare workers are some of the biggest heroes around. From nurses, doctors, EMTs, and other medical professionals, these incredible people have dedicated...
- Dive Deeper Into the World of "Atlantis: The Lost Empire" with New Graphic Novel As Atlantis: The Lost Empire marks its 25th anniversary, the story of this oft-overlooked animated feature will continue with a new series of graphic novels.(Please note this article contains affiliate links. Your purchase will support Laughing Place by providing us a small commission, but will not affect your pricing or...
- Full Guide to Disney Cruise Line Safety Assembly Drill Muster What is a muster? What are assembly stations? If you’re going on your first Disney Cruise Line sailing, these terms might be confusing but we’re here to break down this safety drill so you don’t have to worry. What is a Muster? A muster or assembly drill...
- Parkside Market Releases Limited Time Disney+ Hulu Throwback Menu at Disneyland Resort Over at Parkside Market at the Downtown Disney District, there is a bunch of limited-time throwback menu items to enjoy. But don’t wait, this nostalgia only lasts through June 14! Parkside Market Throwback Menu Each of the menu items is inspired by a different nostalgic show or...
- Walt Disney World Extends 35% Off Hotel Bounceback Offer Through Next Year Disney World Extends Popular Bounceback Hotel Discount Through 2027 Guests staying at Walt Disney World now have even more time to take advantage of one of Disney’s best hotel discounts. Walt Disney World has officially extended its popular bounceback offer through much of 2027, giving current resort guests the opportunity...
- Six New Construction Permits Filed for Tropical Americas Land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Six New Construction Permits Filed for Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Construction on Tropical Americas continues to pick up steam at Disney’s Animal Kingdom as Walt Disney Imagineering has filed six additional construction permits for locations throughout the future land. Related: Disney Reveals First Look at Newly Redesigned Saratoga...
- Disney Reveals First Look at Newly Redesigned Saratoga Springs Treehouse Villas Disney Reveals First Look at Reimagined Treehouse Villas at Saratoga Springs Resort Disney has shared the first look at the newly redesigned Treehouse Villas at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, offering guests a preview of the refreshed accommodations that will debut over the coming months. Related: New Space Ranger...
- Walt Disney Imagineering Files Two More Tropical Americas Construction Permits Walt Disney Imagineering filed two more “General Construction” permits for Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Tropical Americas Construction Permits Like the six permits filed earlier this week, these contract Whiting-Turner. One is for 620 DinoLand Drive, the former site of TriceraTop Spin. The other is for...
- Oakley Reopens at Disney Springs Following Months-Long Refurbishment Oakley is back in business at Disney Springs, once again selling some much-needed eye protection for guests enduring the harsh Florida sun. The Oakley store at Disney Springs has reopened following a refurbishment, which began earlier this year. Oakley Reopens at Disney Springs The shop is located...
- D23 Gold Members Can See ‘Toy Story 5’ Two Days Early at Limited Screenings in Florida and California D23 Gold Members can check out Pixar’s fun-sized cast of old and new friends two days before their next film officially opens in theaters. Advance Movie Screenings for D23 Gold Members D23 has announced Gold Member advance screenings of Toy Story 5 on Wednesday, June 17, 2026,...
- Toy Story Cameos in a Super Bowl Teaser Why are we getting Super Bowl ads 8 months and 11 days before the event? Rushing it, aren’t we? Whatever the case, a cute ad from ESPN, to promote the [...]
- A Quiet Disney Filing Just Revealed Something Much Bigger Happening Behind the Scenes For years, Disney Vacation Club members have watched Lakeshore Lodge move from rumor to reality, piecing together clues about what Disney’s newest resort might eventually become. But while many fans expected another routine step in the development process, a newly filed document is generating a very different conversation.
- Disney World After Hours Adds Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, Big Thunder, and Buzz Lightyear to Attraction Lineup Guests attending Disney After Hours at Walt Disney World can now enjoy the three most recently refreshed attractions during their late-night adventures. After Hours Attractions Expanded for 2026 Walt Disney World has added three more attractions to the lineup of rides available during Disney After Hours events....
- "Toy Story 5:" D23 Unboxes Gold Member Advance Screenings Toy Story 5 is just a few weeks away, and D23 Gold Members can see it early with freshly announced advance screenings in Florida and California.What’s Happening:Set to hit theaters on June 19th, 2026, Toy Story 5 will see Jessie, Woody, Buzz, and the rest of the gang face off...
- Cool Kids' Summer: New Coloring Area Debuts at Exit of Tiana's Bayou Adventure Let your creativity flow at the new coloring spot located just outside of Magic Kingdom’s Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.What’s Happening:Following the popularity of last year’s Cool Kids' Summer celebration at Walt Disney World, the event has officially made a comeback for summer 2026.Alongside the return of several fan-favorite experiences, guests can...
- Mondo Unveils Limited Edition Goliath 1/6 Scale Figure, Inspired by "Gargoyles" 90s kids rejoice! Collectible brand Mondo has unveiled a new figure inspired by the popular Disney cartoon Gargoyles.What’s Happening:Gargoyles is an animated Disney television series that premiered in 1994 and follows a group of ancient gargoyles who awaken in modern-day New York City after centuries of being frozen in stone.Led...
- Soarin’ Across America, America 250th Tees Arrives at EPCOT We are just under a month away from the USA’s semi-quincentennial celebration! EPCOT recently debuted a new version of their popular Soarin’ attraction for the 250th, and now you can bring home a shirt celebrating Soarin’ Across America.What’s Happening:July 4th is just around the corner, and there are already plenty...
- Pride Month Returns to EPCOT with Spaceship Earth Mural and Merchandise Pride Month is here, and EPCOT is celebrating with the return of a fan-favorite photo wall and some new merchandise.What’s Happening:Pride Month is back!The annual celebration invites LGBTQ+ people and allies to celebrate the beauty of love, self-acceptance, and progress!And what better way to celebrate progress than in the Experimental...
- Embrace the Adventure and Mystery! "Atlantis" 25th Anniversary Spirit Jersey Comes to Disney Store The animated classic Atlantis: The Lost Empire is celebrating its 25th anniversary, and Disney Store is commemorating the occasion with a new Spirit Jersey. (Please note this article contains affiliate links. Your purchase will support LaughingPlace by providing us a small commission, but will not affect your pricing or user...
- The 4 Coolest Disney Souvenirs We Found On Amazon This Week We are seriously obsessed with these 4 Amazon finds!
- What To Expect at Disney World During Hurricane Season This Year Hurricane season predictions have been made by the NOAA. Here's everything you need to know about how it could impact your Disney World trip.
- There’s Finally a New Piece of Atlantis Merchandise Online! 'Atlantis' fans, run to the Disney Store for this new Spirit Jersey!
- REVIEW: Cinnamon Crunch Latte & Passholder Completer Prize From Disney Springs Joffrey’s The last Passholder-exclusive Joffrey’s cold brew we have to try is the Cinnamon Crunch Latte at Disney Springs! This is part of the Joffrey’s Coffee Challenge, a scavenger hunt across Walt Disney World Resort for V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days. Passholders who purchase all five drinks (and get their...
- Haunted Mansion Ornaments Featuring Madame Leota, Hatbox Ghost, & Gargoyle at Walt Disney World A trio of new ornaments inspired by The Haunted Mansion characters have materialized in Walt Disney World. We found them at Disney’s Days of Christmas in Disney Springs. We noticed that these ornaments have smaller tags than previously-released Disney ornaments. Madame Leota Ornament – $26.99 This ornament...
- Disney Cruise Line Updates Door Decorating Policy to Ban Hallways and Ceilings Disney Cruise Line has updated their rules on stateroom door decorations. The new policy prevents guests from decorating nearby walls, ceilings, and corridors. All decorations must now be confined to the guest’s stateroom door. Fish extenders will continue to be allowed. This change in policy comes after...
- The New Disney Loungeflys That Feel Like Instant Classics These new Loungefly bags are guaranteed BIG hits!
- ‘Cars’ Fans — This Disney Collection Is For You! There's a new 'Cars' 20th anniversary merchandise collection!
- REVIEW: Lucky Starlight Cold Brew at Magic Kingdom for Annual Passholder Joffrey’s Coffee Challenge The Passholder-exclusive Lucky Starlight Cold Brew is now available at Magic Kingdom as part of the Joffrey’s Coffee Challenge. We already tried the Parisian Pebble Cold Brew in EPCOT, Rockin’ Cold Brew at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Forbidden Mountain Cold Brew in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Joffrey’s Coffee...
- Happy Ice Returning to Downtown Disney District With Colorful New Cart and First All-Natural Menu A colorful and once-familiar frozen treat option is returning to the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort, as Happy Ice prepares to debut a new cart serving its signature Philadelphia-style Italian ice. It will also debut Happy Ice’s first fully all-natural menu. Happy Ice Returns to Downtown...
- The Most Popular Ride in EPCOT Isn’t What You Think You might be a little surprised at EPCOT's most popular ride.
- Disney Adults Are Loving These Cozy New Lounge Sets These lounge sets are perfect for traveling or for the theme parks!
- UPDATE: Disney Lakeshore Lodge Is A Fully DVC Resort, But All Guests Will Be Able to Book A Stay We have an update on our earlier article about the room inventory allocation at the upcoming Disney Lakeshore Lodge hotel being built on the shores of Bay Lake. An earlier article said that Disney Vacation Club (DVC) would own about 90% of the rooms of the resort. That figure...
- Fresh Flavors Land at California Grill at Disney's Contemporary Resort Some fresh new flavors have arrived at one of Walt Disney World's signature dining locations.What's Happening:The Disney Eats Instagram has shared some new menu items that are now available at California Grill, located at Disney's Contemporary Resort.California Grill opened in 1995, replacing the former Top of the World restaurant providing...
- We’re Throwing Our Money at Disney’s Trendy New Plush Collection Who can resist these new Disney souvenirs?
- ‘Toy Story 5’ Mystery Pin Set Released at Walt Disney World Resort and Online A mystery set of pins with characters from Toy Story 5 has been released at both Walt Disney World and online at the Disney Store. We saw the pins at the Creations shop at EPCOT. Toy Story 5 Mystery Pin Set – $22.99 Limited to 5 per...
- Citrus Blossom Decals Removed at EPCOT’s Odyssey Pavilion Now that the EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival is over, the decals for the festival’s The Citrus Blossom have been removed from the Odyssey Pavilion. Decals Removed at Odyssey Pavilion As you can see above, all of the windows on the Odyssey Pavilion are clear of...
- Cool Kids Coloring Corner Appears at Critter Co-Op at Walt Disney World Kids can enjoy a coloring corner at Critter Co-Op in Magic Kingdom as part of Cool Kids’ Summer programming. Critter Co-Op is one of the Tiana’s Bayou Adventure gift shops in Frontierland. Critter Co-Op Coloring The coloring station is positioned near one of the check-out counters inside...
- Why Everyone at Disney World Suddenly Has This Water Bottle These Disney Princess-themed Owala bottles are popping up all over Disney World, and after using them ourselves, we completely understand why.
- (Review) Bluey and Bingo’s Pyjama Party proves a hit aboard Disney Wish Bluey and Bingo's Pyjama Party drew one of the largest crowds we saw among Disney Wish's new Bluey experiences. Here's what happens during the late-night event. The post (Review) Bluey and Bingo’s Pyjama Party proves a hit aboard Disney Wish appeared first...
- A New Toy Story 5 Collection Just Launched Online We just found a bunch of NEW 'Toy Story 5' merchandise on the Disney Store!
- Something NEW Is Coming to Downtown Disney…And You’re Going To Love It Happy Ice is coming to Downtown Disney!
- Yes, You Can Bring Food to Disney World — Here Are the 10 Best Snacks to Pack The best outside snacks to pack for the "Most Magical Place on Earth."
- REVIEW: Annual Passholder-Exclusive Forbidden Mountain Cold Brew Arrives at Disney’s Animal Kingdom A new Forbidden Mountain Cold Brew is now available at Animal Kingdom as part of the Joffrey’s Coffee Challenge for V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days. Forbidden Mountain Cold Brew – $7.49 A legendary mixture of cold brew, honey syrup and a splash of cream, peaked with whipped cream and...
- NEW Saratoga Springs Treehouse Villas Include Mulan, Princess and the Frog, The Rescuers, Cinderella, Tangled, Fox and the Hound, & Sleeping Beauty Decor The Treehouse Villas at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa are currently being refurbished. We just got our first look at the refurbished units, which include Mulan, Princess and the Frog, Cinderella, and more. Treehouse Villas Refurbishment Disney shared a video highlighting the process for refurbishment. In...
- Updated Registration Time for 2027 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend After multiple registration delays, runDisney has shared the new registration date/time for the Princess Half Marathon Weekend. Registration Date/Time The new registration date is June 8, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. ET. To our runDisney Family, We appreciate everyone who has been following along and waiting for this...
- The Best Day to Visit Disney’s Hollywood Studios We’re back this week answering the question “What’s the best day of the week to visit Disney’s Hollywood Studios?” Our...
- UPDATE: runDisney Announces New Registration Date & Time for Princess Half Marathon After yesterday’s registration delay left runners waiting, runDisney has confirmed a new date. General registration for the 2027 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend will open Monday, June 8 at 10:00am ET. The announcement came Wednesday afternoon in a statement posted to runDisney social accounts. runDisney did not provide a...
- NEWS: Snacks CONFIRMED for Halloween at Disneyland Disney teases new food and drinks coming this Halloween.
- Disney World Extends a HUGE Hotel Discount Disney World just extended this big hotel offer!
- Disney Confirms Everything NEW Coming to Oogie Boogie Bash 2026 NEW things are coming to Oogie Boogie Bash for 2026!
- Heads Up If You’re Staying at Disney’s Contemporary Hotel This Week We have an important announcement if you are staying at the Contemporary Resort this week
- California Grill Shakes Up Menu, Plus More Food & Beverage Changes Across Walt Disney World Several Walt Disney World restaurants have removed and added menu items, including California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. California Grill California Grill removed the Barbecue American Eel Roll, Crispy Tofu Maki Roll, and Venison Strip Loin from their dinner menu. They added: Hearts of Romaine has become...
- Entrance Columns Rise in Monstropolis at Disney’s Hollywood Studios The frameworks of new entrance columns are now visible in the Monstropolis construction site at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The old brick pillars were demolished earlier this year. Monstropolis Construction Four column frameworks rise above the construction walls near the front of the site, approximately where the old...
- Disney Vacation Club to Occupy 90% of Room Inventory at Disney Lakeshore Lodge A new filing with the State of Florida appears to reveal that roughly 90% of the room inventory at the upcoming Disney Lakeshore Lodge will be allocated to Disney Vacation Club (DVC). While this means that the resort will not purely be made up of Disney Vacation Club units,...
- Former Employees Sue Cake Bake Shop at Disney World for Wage Theft The Cake Bake Shop is being sued by former employees.
- 7 Dates to AVOID Buying Disney World Lightning Lanes in June Heading to Disney World this month? These are the days we do NOT recommend buying Lightning Lane!
- BREAKING: NAME REVEALED for Universal’s NEW UK Theme Park Universal's new theme park in the UK officially has a name!
- 2026 Is Shaping up To Be the Worst Year for ‘Jurassic Park’ The Jurassic Park franchise has long dominated the dinosaur survival genre across film, television, and gaming, but that long-standing position is beginning to face growing competition from unexpected places.
- Universal Dropping More Than $6.7 Billion on Another New Theme Park Universal is spending billions of dollars to reshape the future of the theme park industry. The company has spent the last several years expanding far beyond its traditional footprint, opening new destinations and investing heavily in experiences designed to rival Disney’s growing global portfolio.
- QUIZ: No One Born After 2002 Can Identify 9/10 Of These Rare Disney Characters From A Single Screenshot Think you're a real Disney expert? We're skipping Mickey, Elsa, and Stitch. These are the forgotten Disney characters who once ruled VHS collections, Disney Channel reruns, and direct-to-video sequels. Can you identify them from a single screenshot?
- REVIEW: Rockin’ Cold Brew at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for Annual Passholder Joffrey’s Coffee Challenge Next up in our Annual Passholder Joffrey’s coffee scavenger hunt is the Rockin’ Cold Brew in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We first tried the Parisian Pebble Cold Brew in EPCOT. Joffrey’s Coffee Challenge The Joffrey’s Coffee Challenge is open from June 2 through July 31, 2026 for V.I.PASSHOLDER...
- Legendary Disney Singer, Peabo Bryson, Has Passed Away at 75 Peabo Bryson has sadly passed away at the age of 75.
- Universal United Kingdom Resort: Name Revealed, Construction to Begin Soon Comcast NBCUniversal has officially named its first European theme park: Universal United Kingdom Resort. The announcement came today alongside confirmation that construction is imminent on the 540-acre site in Bedford, roughly 45 minutes outside of London. The UK government and Comcast made simultaneous announcements, with Chancellor Rachel Reeves visiting...
- Goodbye, Hugh Jackman: Marvel’s New Wolverine Actor Showcased in Official Teaser Avengers: Doomsday is shaping...
- 8 Changes Annual Passholders Are DYING To See at Disney World We asked Disney World Annual Passholders what changes they want to see, and WOW, they had thoughts. Passholders are making it very clear: the magnets are cute, but they are not enough.
- “Maybe Then They Won’t Look Like Cheaply Done Pediatricians’ Offices” Fans Have THOUGHTS About the New Rooms Coming to Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Disney's Art of Animation is getting a major refurbishment and some fans have thoughts! Find out what the refurbishment is, when it's happening, and what people think!
- Cool KIDS’ SUMMER Snacks and Drinks Under $10 Cool KIDS’ SUMMER is back at Walt Disney World, and there are a variety of food and drink offerings as part of the limited-time event. New options span Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom, covering drinks, sweet snacks, and savory bites. The cool thing about this list...
- Your First Day at Disney World Is About to Get 10X Better Disney Springs is the perfect way to spend your first day at Disney World and there's a new reason to visit it coming this summer!
- Disney Cruise Line Surveys Guests About Potential Free Hotel, Park Tickets, and Airfare Promotion A new survey has been sent out to guests asking them to rate promotions that would entice them the most to book another Disney Cruise Line vacation. The promotions surveyed include free hotel stays, Disney Park tickets, airfare, and more. Disney Cruise Line Promotion Survey The survey...
- 8 Important Rules to Know Before Taking an Uber in Disney World You NEED to know these "rules" before you order your next Uber at Disney World.
- California Adventure’s Oogie Boogie Bash Dates & Details Revealed The fan-favorite Oogie Boogie Bash will be back at California Adventure this year, featuring a record high 33 hard ticket parties. Oogie Boogie Bash features character meet & greets, treat trails, specialty entertainment and more! In this post, we’ll share dates, pricing and details on the 2026...
- (Review) Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland is new again with expanded characters and movie music Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge timeline change includes new characters, a new mission ride update, a new shop, and more. The post (Review) Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland is new again with expanded characters and movie music appeared first on
- ABC Offering 24 Hours of Programming for Nation’s 250th If you remember December 31, 1999, there’s a very good chance you tuned into at least a portion of the international 24-hour broadcasts, ringing in the New Year in each [...]
- Dean Norris Coming to Fan Expo Canada There’s very little connection between Disney and Dean Norris, but I couldn’t resist posting delightfully silly Instagram post from 2023, captioned “The happiest place on earth.” Norris was newly announced [...]
- Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend 2027 Registration Delayed in Today’s Daily Recap for 06/02/2026 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend 2027 Registration Delayed; BREAKING: New Haunted Mansion Street Party, Rare Characters, & More Confirmed for Oogie Boogie Bash in 2026; Oogie Boogie Bash Will Not Offer Frightfully Fun Parade in 2026 Due to Construction at Disney California Adventure; Disney Springs’ The Polite...
- Disneyland Resort Reveals Frightfully Fun Halloween Season Details for Fall Fans The spooky season is almost here, and Disneyland Resort is preparing to transform into the ultimate Halloween destination once again. Disney has officially announced the return of Halloween Time and Plaza de la Familia, bringing fan-favorite entertainment, seasonal overlays, festive décor, specialty treats, and plenty of Disney magic to guests...
- Woody & Jessie Stage Show Debuts at Jessie’s Roundup in the Diamond Horseshoe New Woody & Jessie Stage Show Debuts at Jessie’s Roundup A brand-new stage show has officially arrived at The Diamond Horseshoe, marking the historic return of live entertainment to the venue for the first time in over 20 years! The festive addition, titled Jessie’s Roundup, debuted as a headlining part of...
- Shop Till You Drop! Save Up to 40% During Disney Store's Twice Upon a Year Sale It’s back! Disney Store’s beloved Twice Upon A Year sale has returned, which means that for a limited time, guests can take advantage of incredible savings with discounts up to 40% off sitewide! As always, this shopping event offers deep discounts on thousands of products spanning fashion, toys, home and...
- It’s OK to Be Sad and Optimistic About Disney’s Carousel of Progress Update Walt Disney World rocked the Disney community announcing a major update is coming to the Carousel of Progress at the Magic Kingdom. The update, which Disney detailed here, will see the attraction close on July 6, 2026 to make way for brand new scenes and an updated...
- "Barely Necessities: The Disney Merchandise Show" Round Up for June 2nd Welcome back to Barely Necessities: The Disney Merchandise Show! As Disney fans, we know there is so much Disney-themed merchandise out there that it’s impossible to sort through it all. But fear not fellow Disney lovers, we’re doing the searching so you don’t have to!(Please note this article contains affiliate...
- 2027 Disney World Bounceback Offer Dates and Details (AKA Resort Future Stay Offer) Guests staying at a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel may be eligible for the Resort Future Stay offer, more commonly known as the Bounceback Offer.... The post 2027 Disney World Bounceback Offer Dates and Details (AKA Resort Future Stay Offer) appeared first...
- Photos: Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Exterior Refurbishment Update (June 2026) We stopped by Disney’s Yacht Club earlier this week and found that the resort’s exterior refurbishment was progressing nicely. As a reminder, we provided a... The post Photos: Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Exterior Refurbishment Update (June 2026) appeared first on Resorts...
- Rock Around the Shop and FØØD Now Open to Everyone Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets opened last week alongside every ounce of hoopla Disney could muster. The hype...
- Bluey’s Wild World Switches to Standby Queue in Disney’s Animal Kingdom A week ago, Bluey made her Walt Disney World debut at Animal Kingdom. The beloved character, who had already come to Disneyland Resort earlier this year, sits in the back of the park at Conservation Station along with several exhibits. Upon opening last week, guests had to...
- X-wing, TIE Fighter, and Podracing ‘Star Wars’ Apparel Arrives at Walt Disney World Pilots, podracers, and Imperial loyalists can all enjoy their choice of these three new apparel options at Walt Disney World. Rebels, Imperials, and Racers Collide A new collection of Star Wars apparel has arrived at Walt Disney World, with designs inspired by Rebel starfighter pilots, Imperial TIE...
- MarvelBlog News for May 31st, 2026 This past week, Nicholas Cage reminded people he doesn’t always suck. Also, X-Men ’97 fans got some more great news, and there’s more on the way. Oh, and Tom Holland is willingly going through... The post MarvelBlog News for May 31st, 2026...
- Wear Your Heroes: Captain America, and ‘Amazing Dad’ Spider-Man Tees Available at Disneyland Enjoy a pair of vintage-style Marvel t-shirts highlighting Spider-Man and Captain America. Both are available at Avengers Reserve at Downtown Disney District. Captain America T-Shirt – $36.99 Captain America’s face with his “A” mask is pictured on the center of this pale blue ombré tee. “Captain America...
- Pride Month ‘Love’ Photo Op Returns to Disney Springs The rainbow “Love” photo op featuring Mickey Mouse has returned to Disney Springs to celebrate Pride Month this month. Pride Month ‘Love’ Photo Op at Disney Springs We found the returning photo op installed in a planter bed across from LACOSTE in Disney Springs at Walt Disney...
- PHOTOS, VIDEO: Cottagecore Minnie and Mickey DVC Meet and Greet at EPCOT Mickey and Minnie are now available in their cottagecore outfits in the third of a series of seasonal meet-and-greets exclusively for Disney Vacation Club (DVC) members at EPCOT. DVC Mickey & Minnie Meet and Greet Mickey and Minnie are now embracing the provincial life with cottagecore outfits....
- 2027 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend Registration Will Not Take Place This Week After multiple registration delays earlier today, runDisney has provided one more update about the 2027 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend Registration. Registration Delay In the Instagram update posted around 6:30 p.m. EST, runDisney explained that registration had not started despite changes to the website that may lead...
- runDisney Issues Statement After Princess Half Marathon Registration Fails To Open runDisney has issued an official statement after Tuesday’s scheduled registration never opened for the Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend. runDisney confirmed registration will not open this week and promised at least 24 hours of advance notice before a new date is announced. Here’s the latest.
- It Might Be Best to Stay Away From the Disney Parks for the Next 3 Months The signs are impossible to miss now. For months, Disney fans have been counting down to summer vacations, planning family trips, booking hotels, and dreaming about long days filled with attractions, fireworks, churros, and unforgettable memories. But as June settles in and schools across the country let out...
- Queue Being Repainted at Disneyland’s Pirates of the Caribbean Pirates of the Caribbean is receiving new queue painting as part of its ongoing refurbishment. The attraction has been closed since early May. Pirates of the Caribbean Refurbishment Update During our June 2 visit to the Disneyland Resort, we noticed a crew member was working in the...
Theme Park News & Rumors
- Cinderella Castle Moat Refilled as 2026 Repainting Project Completes at Magic Kingdom Cinderella Castle's moat has been refilled, marking the end of the repainting project...
- Disney's Animal Kingdom Tropical Americas Playground Construction Confirmed in New Permit Filing A new permit filing names Landscape Structures, Inc. as contractor for Animal Kingdom's...
- Disney Reveals Monstropolis Storyline and Land Details for Hollywood Studios The storyline for Monstropolis at Hollywood Studios centers on H.U.M.A.N. Day, an in-world...
- Something BIG Is Missing At This Hollywood Studios Quick Service Disney has made a change at one quick service location and we are not happy about it. Find out if...
- BREAKING: New Restaurant Announced for Disney’s Hollywood Studios! A new restaurant is coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios, and we've got all the details!
- GO! The NEW Disney Main Street, U.S.A. LEGO Set Just Released Online! There is an ALL-NEW Disney LEGO set available right now!
- BREAKING: HUGE NEWS Revealed for Monstropolis Expansion at Disney’s Hollywood Studios We just got brand-new details about the NEW 'Monsters Inc.' land coming to Hollywood Studios!
- Official Name of Universal Great Britain Resort Announced – in Today’s Daily Recap for 6/3/2026 The Treehouse Villas at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa are currently being refurbished. In another teaser...
- Name of Disney World’s Monstropolis Land Seemingly Confirmed Disney has seemingly confirmed the name of the new Monsters, Inc. land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will...
- BREAKING: Monstropolis Land Backstory Revealed for Walt Disney World Walt Disney World announced details about the backstory of Monstropolis, the new Monsters, Inc. land under construction...
Latest Walt Disney Photos
- Monstropolis Clue Points to D23 Reveal for Harryhausen's and the Glob Theater A Walt Disney World announcement for the new Monsters, Inc. land under construction...
- Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resort Refurbishment Update - June 2026 A few minor construction projects are happening in-and-around Disney's Beach Club Resort and...
- Six New Construction Permits Filed for Tropical Americas Land at Disney's Animal Kingdom Six New Construction Permits Filed for Tropical Americas at Disney's Animal Kingdom Construction...
- New Aerial Photos Show Sweeping View of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art For years now, Star Wars fans have waited with bated breath for the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art to...
- Photos: Disney's Yacht Club Resort Exterior Refurbishment Update (June 2026) We stopped by Disney's Yacht Club earlier this week and found that the...
- PHOTOS, VIDEO: Cottagecore Minnie and Mickey DVC Meet and Greet at EPCOT Mickey and Minnie are now available in their cottagecore outfits in the third...
- New Space Ranger Float Debuts at Auntie Gravity's Galactic Goodies Space Ranger Float Lands at Auntie Gravity's and It's a Refreshing Winner The...
- Closer Look at the Tropical Americas Construction from Disney's Animal Kingdom New Photos Reveal Tropical Americas Rising Above Construction Walls at Disney's Animal Kingdom...
- Six More Construction Permits Filed for Tropical Americas at Disney's Animal Kingdom Walt Disney Imagineering filed another round of construction permits for the brand-new Tropical...
- VIDEO: Weird Al Yankovic Reflects on Hanging Out With Fozzie Bear, Rides Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets In a new post from Disney, Weird Al Yankovic reflects on the first...
Universal & Epic Universe Strategy
- Monsters Inc Land Updates & Muppets Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Open — Hollywood Studios Construction
- Universal’s UK Park Has a Name: Universal United Kingdom Resort Comcast NBCUniversal officially revealed the...
- Official Name of Universal Great Britain Resort Announced – in Today’s Daily Recap for 6/3/2026 The Treehouse Villas at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa are currently being refurbished. In another teaser...
- DFB Video: 14 Things You Didn’t Know Were BANNED in Universal Orlando THESE are all the things you never knew were BANNED in Universal Orlando that we’re exposing TODAY, here on DFB...
- NEWS: Universal Reveals NAME of New United Kingdom Theme Park Universal has named its new theme park in the U.K.
- Universal’s New UK Resort Name and Logo Revealed Originally announced in April 2025, the highly-anticipated Universal theme park coming to Bedford, England now has an...
- Halloween Horror Nights 2026 Merchandise Arrives to Universal Orlando Resort Fans of Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) should know that this year’s merchandise has already started arriving at...
- Universal Mega Movie Parade Soft Opens at Universal Studios Florida The return of the Universal Mega Movie Parade to Universal Studios Florida looks almost ready for prime...
- Hogwarts Castle Repainting Project Ends at Universal Islands of Adventure The iconic Hogwarts Castle in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade has been refurbished. The project...
- BREAKING: Official Name of Universal Great Britain Resort Announced, Logo Revealed The new Universal theme park resort in Bedford, England is officially Universal United Kingdom Resort. The logo...