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- The Best Ways to Spend a Day In Singapore BEYOND Universal & Disney
Tips for exploring Singapore outside of Disney and Universal. - 4 Disney World Annual Passholder Perks CONFIRMED For May
Annual Passholders, you can't miss these perks! - The SATURDAY SIX Presents: Flights with Bioreconstruct vol 11 (Updates on Tropical Americas, Monstropolis, Fast & Furious Coaster and MORE!) This week’s SATURDAY SIX heads back into the air with blogger-in-the-sky @bioreconstruct for another incredible bird’s eye view of the...
- Winnie the Pooh Clouds Blind Box Pin Set at BoxLunch Winnie the Pooh Clouds Blind Box Pin Set at BoxLunch Here is a look at the new Winnie the Pooh Clouds blind box pin set at BoxLunch! The price is $16.90 per box/pin and they are available...
- Disney Princess Initial Blind Box Pin Set at BoxLunch Disney Princess Initial Blind Box Pin Set at BoxLunch Here is a look at the new Disney Princess Initial blind box pin set at BoxLunch! The price is $12.90 per box/pin and they are available for preorder. Expected...
- AllEars TV: We Played Hide and Seek In Disney Springs For the first time ever, today's game takes place in Disney Springs! Will someone finally be able to stay hidden for an entire game?!?!
- Guest Suing Disney Claims They Were Bit by Bedbugs at All Star Sports Resort A Disney World tourist is suing and claiming he got bitten by bedbugs while staying at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort in 2022, according to a new lawsuit. David Besse filed a lawsuit in Orange Circuit Court last month against Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. Besse is seeking...
- Paint Stripes Added, Then Removed, Now Re-Added to The Magic of Disney Animation at Disney’s Hollywood Studios The Magic of Disney Animation facade at Disney’s Hollywood Studios seems to be experiencing some technical difficulties regarding its paintwork. The Magic of Disney Animation Painting Update In one of our stranger construction updates for the new Magic of Disney Animation facade at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we...
- ‘Darkwing Duck’, ‘TaleSpin’, and Many More Rare and Exclusive Characters from Disney Channel Nite at Disneyland Fans of Ducktales, Kim Possible, and many more classic Disney animated series can enjoy the rare character appearances during the special ticketed event. Disney Channel Nite Character Appearances The special Disneyland After Dark event, Disney Channel Nite, provides guests the opportunity to meet a wide variety of...
- Did Disney World Just Quietly Announce CHANGES Coming To Our Top DOLE Whip Spot? Changes might be coming to Magic Kingdom, and it includes DOLE Whip!
- This Is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things in Magic Kingdom This Magic Kingdom perk has officially ended.
- 9 Things Disney Adults Need To Stop Doing Immediately, According to Other Disney Adults Disney Adults have opinions, and apparently the spiciest ones are about…other Disney Adults. From line-saving to ride-spoiling to EPCOT nonsense, here’s what needs to stop immediately.
- Fans Are Noticing Sudden Transportation Shutdown at Popular Disney Resort—Here’s What It Means For many Walt Disney World guests, the magic doesn’t just begin inside the parks—it starts the moment they step onto a boat gliding across the water toward their destination. The gentle hum of the engine, the cool breeze, and the stunning approach to Magic Kingdom...
- Disney Shares NEW Details On 9 Upcoming Films, and We’re Already Running To The Movie Theater Disney's 2026 CinemaCon showing featured all of the studio's major upcoming films.
- Forget the Parks This Orlando Hotel Near Disney World Is Hosting Super Heros All Summer Long Most families visiting Orlando build their entire trip around Walt Disney World and treat everything else as secondary. The hotel is a place to sleep. The resort pool is a backup plan for a rainy afternoon. The property itself is just the staging ground for the real experience happening inside...
- Why This Expensive Disney Hotel Keeps Getting 10/10 Stars A stay at the Disneyland hotel ain't cheap, but for many families, it's very worth it!
- Animal Enrichment for the 25th Anniversary of Animal Kingdom Lodge Animals who call Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge home got to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the resort with some special enrichment! Animal Enrichment The Southern Ground Hornbill is found solely in Africa and poses in front of what looks like ice blocks spelling out “DAKL 25.” The...
- Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Dock Closed for Refurbishment, Painting Continues The boat dock at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is now closed as refurbishment work continues throughout the resort. Wilderness Lodge Painting Painting moved to the main building’s south wing a few weeks ago. The trees in front of this wall have grown in more, however, and it’s harder...
- NEW Rules To Follow If You Collect Disney Minnie Ears If you collect Minnie ears, you'll want to follow these new rules!
- I Spent $135 On Disney’s Newest Cruise Ship And It Was The Best Experience I’ve Ever Had I have incredibly strong feelings about this $135 up grade on the Disney Adventure!
- New DC Universe’s ‘Batman’ Movie Finally Unveiled, With Lead Actor Batman still hasn’t appeared in the DC Universe (DCU) yet, but his film is already in development with The Brave and the Bold, which is being directed by Andy Muschietti (2023’s DCEU film The Flash). The Brave and...
- The Plan for a NEW In-Park Hotel at Disney World Is Dead Disney may have scrapped a major plan!
- The Holidays are "Meant to Be:" Disney Announces New Disney Princess Anthology Novel "Snow This is Love" Disney Books is ready to take you on some Disney Princess holiday love stories this October with the release of Snow This is Love. What’s Happening:Disney Books has announced a new entry into their Meant to Be collection of books adapting popular Disney Princess stories into modern romance reimaginings. Releasing...
- Free Water Park Perk Returning to Walt Disney World in 2027 But With Resort Exclusion in Today’s Daily Recap for 4/17/2026 Stripes removed from The Magic of Disney Animation days after painting at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney teases over 2,000 bats in revamped Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, and Spirit Airlines liquidation may be imminent due to jet fuel costs — all this and more in today’s daily recap...
- 3 Takeaways From Walt Disney World Releasing Their 2027 Vacation Packages – Deluxe Dining Plan, Water Park Days & More Walt Disney World has quietly released vacation packages for 2027. Anyone is able to book their 2027 package now through the Disney website or through a travel agent. With the release of vacation packages comes news of what Disney World will be implementing next year. In this...
- Yesterland: Flik’s Fun Fair at “a bug’s land” Flik’s Fun Fair has four rides primarily for children, a water-play area, restrooms, and a few places to get snacks. But this land-within-a-land is also an attraction itself, full of inventive touches. Read the YESTERLAND article HERE: Flik’s Fun Fair at “a bug’s land” Flik, the inventive...
- Disney Pins Blog Releases at Pin City 2026 Event in Las Vegas Disney Pins Blog Releases at Pin City 2026 Event in Las Vegas Here is a look at the Disney Pins Blog releases at the Pin City 2026 Event in Las Vegas! This event takes...
- Disney Resort Guests Get Free Water Park Admission on Check-In Day Through Summer 2027 There’s nothing quite like arriving at Walt Disney World and immediately diving into the magic, but starting this summer, that first-day excitement is getting a major upgrade and now, Disney has confirmed that the perk isn’t just a one-season offer. It’s coming back in 2027 with an important update guests...
- Main Street, U.S.A. Refurbishment Progressing as Scrim & Scaffolding Move from Carnation Cafe to Refreshment Corner at Disneyland One scrim falls only for scaffolding to rise as the very visible refurbishment of Main Street, U.S.A., continues at Disneyland. Carnation Cafe Façade Revealed After two months of being hidden behind a scrim, Carnation Cafe’s freshly-refurbished façade is finally fronting on Main Street, U.S.A. once more. The...
- New Disneyland Apparel Featuring Mickey, Angel, and Haunted Mansion Bride Disneyland Resort has a few new pieces of apparel, including t-shirts featuring Mickey Mouse, Angel, and The Haunted Mansion Bride. Light Blue Sweatshirt – $69.99 This pale blue sweatshirt has “Disneyland” in white appliqués across the front. Printed below is “Authentic Original EST. 1955” with the castle...
- TouringPlans User’s Lowest Rated Restaurants in Orlando Theme Parks Earlier this week we looked at the highest rated restaurants in the Orlando theme parks to see if Mythos really...
- Stream It Or Skip It: ‘Innate’ On Hulu, Where A Woman’s Serial Killer Father Is Out Of Prison And Copycat Killings Start To Happen Elena Anaya and Imanol Arias star in the tense but semi-predictable thriller.
- Animal Kingdom Park Hopping Strategy with Lightning Lanes This guide provides our strategy for using Lightning Lanes at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and park-hopping to another park. In our example, we park-hop to Magic... The post Animal Kingdom Park Hopping Strategy with Lightning Lanes appeared first on Resorts Gal.
- 4 New Travel Essentials Just Dropped on Amazon These essentials will change how you travel forever!
- Disney’s Riviera Resort has a New Exclusive Ear Headband A new ear headband has made its way to Disney’s Riviera Resort. It’s the only item with this particular design, but we wonder if it may be part of a larger collection coming soon. Riviera Resort Ear Headband – $36.99 The ear headband is primarily a soft...
- When Is Hurricane Season at Disney World in 2026? When is the Atlantic Hurricane Season in 2026?
- Six Flags is reinstating park presidents: what does this mean for guests and employees? Six Flags is expected to confirm next week which parks are getting returning presidents, but a new report lists 10 locations including Knott’s Berry Farm, Cedar Point, and Six Flags Magic Mountain. The post Six Flags is reinstating park presidents: what does...
- Disney Resort Guests Get Free Water Park Admission on Check-In Day for Summer 2026 There’s nothing quite like arriving at Walt Disney World and immediately diving into the magic, but starting this summer, that first-day excitement is getting a major upgrade. Guests staying at select Disney Resort hotels will be able to kick off their vacation with a splash thanks to a brand-new perk...
- "Those Aren't Big Birds, Sweetheart": Bats by the Thousands in Enhanced and Restored Effects at Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Bats. They're great survivors, and have also been restored and enhanced, surviving the massive refurbishment taking place at Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Walt Disney World. What's Happening:We're getting more details about some of the enhancements coming to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom.One of those...
- Walt Disney Imagineering Reveals Behind-the-Scenes Look at Muppets Coaster Queue Posters Before you even board your super-stretch limo, the story of Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets will start in the queue, and thanks to a new behind-the-scenes look, we now know just how much artistry is going into every detail. What’s Happening:A newly released video from Walt Disney Imagineering...
- UK Man Arrested After Pushing Teenager at Magic Kingdom A UK man was arrested for pushing a teenager after a disagreement in the queue of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom. What’s Happening:According to People Magazine, a guest at Walt Disney World was arrested after allegedly pushing an 18-year-old girl in line for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.The incident occurred on...
- Photos: Tokyo Disneyland Celebrates 43rd Anniversary with Toontown-Inspired Merchandise Collection Tokyo Disneyland is celebrating yet another magical year! For the park’s 43rd anniversary, the park is celebrating in style with a charming new merchandise collection that leans into whimsy and the colorful world of Toontown.This year’s lineup puts a playful spotlight on some of Disney’s most beloved characters, with Mickey...
- All the Meet and Greets in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland After Timeline Shift We now know all the Star Wars characters you can encounter around Batuu West after part of the land officially shifts to the original trilogy’s timeline on April 29. Original Trilogy Character Meet and Greets Disney has been steadily revealing the characters coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s...
- Spirit Airlines Liquidation May be Imminent Due to Jet Fuel Costs The Florida-based low-cost Spirit Airlines could come to an end this year amid rising jet fuel costs. Spirit Airlines Possibly Liquidating Bloomberg reports that Spirit Aviation Holdings Inc. is at risk of liquidation due to jet fuel prices caused by the U.S. war with Iran. The company...
- REVIEW: This Disney Springs Snack Was So Good, It Hurts Us That It’s Leaving We just tried a limited-edition snack at Disney Springs, and you need to too!
- Two BIG Problems With Wearing a Loungefly at Disney World Loungefly bags are adorable at Disney World, until you realize they hold approximately three items and zero hydration plans. Here are the two BIG problems with using one in the parks, plus how to make it work without losing your mind.
- Wall Construction Continues in Piston Peak National Park at Magic Kingdom Concrete work continues in Piston Peak National Park, the new Cars area, under construction at Magic Kingdom. Piston Peak National Park Construction Crews were once again pumping concrete near the former Liberty Square Riverboat Landing. This time, the boom arm was positioned on the side of the...
- Reopening Dates for Jungle Cruise & Toy Story Midway Mania at Disneyland Resort Two Disneyland attractions have reopening dates: Jungle Cruise in Disneyland Park and Toy Story Midway Mania in Disney California Adventure. Jungle Cruise The ride has been closed since February 17, 2026 and will reopen on April 24, 2026. We recently spotted some new paint and texture work...
- Free Water Park Perk Returning to Walt Disney World in 2027 But With Resort Exclusion Walt Disney World has confirmed that their free water park perk for hotel guests will be back in the summer of 2027. Free Water Park Day at Walt Disney World The perk’s page on the Walt Disney World website states, “This benefit will also be available for...
- Don’t Pay To Ride This Popular Disney World Ride, Do THIS Instead Before paying for a Lightning Lane for this popular ride, we have another suggestion.
- 12 Must-Haves for the Perfect Disney-Themed Birthday Party If you’re dreaming of a Disney-themed birthday party but don’t know where to start, we found 12 items that are perfect for you. Whether you’re looking for ideas for a little one’s birthday or for yourself, we created a list of 12 items that are great for a Disneyland-themed birthday...
- Big Thunder Mountain’s Overhaul Features Thousands of New Bats Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Reopens with a Bat-tastic Upgrade Featuring Over 2,000 Bats Things are about to get a little more… batty at Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. Walt Disney Imagineering has revealed a fang-tastic update coming to the iconic attraction, and it is packed with more than 2,000 bats lurking...
- Disney World Confirms Free Water Park Perk for 2027 With One Major Exclusion Disney World Confirms Free Water Park Perk Returns in 2027… But Not for Everyone Walt Disney World has officially confirmed that its splash-worthy free water park perk will be back for summer 2027, but this time there is a twist that might leave some campers out in the sun. Guests...
- Disney Announces May Return for Impressions de France and Beauty and the Beast Sing Along EPCOT’s Impressions de France and Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along Set to Reopen in May A little bonjour and a tale as old as time are making their return to EPCOT very soon. Disney has confirmed that both Impressions de France and the Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along will reopen...
- More Disney World Annual Passholder Good-to-Go Days Added to April Disney Adds More April Good-to-Go Days for Annual Passholders at Walt Disney World Walt Disney World just tossed Annual Passholders a little extra pixie dust for the end of April. Disney has added four more Good-to-Go Days this month, giving Passholders even more chances to visit the parks without needing...
- I Can Honestly Say I’ve Now Been To Universal’s Worst Theme Park I can honestly say I've been to the worst Universal theme park and I have big thoughts!
- ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ theater merchandise collection includes massive popcorn buckets, cups and more Star Wars fans will have plenty of collectibles to choose from when The Mandalorian and Grogu arrives in theaters. Cinemark has unveiled a full merchandise lineup featuring popcorn containers, souvenir cups, a collectible tin, Grogu pin, and an LED AT-AT Walker popcorn container available at select locations...
- New Star Wars LED AT-AT walker popcorn bucket is must-have ‘Mandolorian & Grogu’ item Star Wars fans will have plenty of collectibles to choose from when The Mandalorian and Grogu arrives in theaters. but the LED AT-AT Walker popcorn container may be the most wanted of them all. The post New Star Wars LED AT-AT walker...
- Disney’s latest movie slate revealed at CinemaCon 2026 features brands familiar to park fans Disney used CinemaCon 2026 to highlight upcoming movies connected to brands fans already know from Disney parks and cruises, including Toy Story, Star Wars, Moana, and Marvel. The post Disney’s latest movie slate revealed at CinemaCon 2026 features brands familiar to park...
- Theater Review: don’t miss “Kimberly Akimbo” before it leaves Orlando this weekend The Tony Award-winning musical Kimberly Akimbo is in its final three nights at Orlando’s Dr. Phillips Center, giving audiences one last chance to experience one of Broadway’s funniest and most heartfelt recent hits. The post Theater Review: don’t miss “Kimberly Akimbo” before...
- Put Your Drinks and Snacks Away; Disney World Announces Free Entry For decades, a Walt Disney World vacation hasn’t just been about the parks—it’s been about the feeling. That moment when you step off the plane, check into your resort, and realize you’re finally “in the Disney bubble.” Every detail matters, especially on arrival day, when anticipation is high...
- Disneyland’s Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities Reopens, Numerous Props Replaced After a short closure to “acquire more props” ahead the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge timeline shift at Disneyland, Dok-Ondar’s has reopened with new props. Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities Reopens Dok-Ondar is an Ithorian antiquities dealer who has a shop located in Black Spire Outpost on Batuu (Disneyland’s...
- Impressions de France and Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along Reopening Date Announced Impressions de France and the Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along at EPCOT will reopen after refurbishment on Sunday, May 10, 2026. Impressions de France and the Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along Reopening The shows, which share a theater in the France pavilion, have been closed since February...
- Disney Teases Over 2,000 Bats in Revamped Big Thunder Mountain Railroad The updated Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom will have over 2,000 (fake) bats in the Rainbow Caverns scene at the start of the ride. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Bats Walt Disney Imagineering shared a behind-the-scenes look at the new bats. The scene previously just had...
- More Gray Paint on Building of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Painting continues on the building at Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Projects will steadily continue as the ride approaches its opening day on May 26, 2026. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Refurbishment During a visit to the park this morning, April 17,...
- Retro Pop Century Resort Collection Features Exclusive Minnie Ears, Tervis Tumbler, and More Fans of Pop Century’s retro stylings can check out these new items at the resort’s Everything POP gift shop. These new items join a variety of new releases themed to the resort’s aesthetic, including a T-shirt and a ceramic coffee mug, which we spotted on a previous...
- Why Every Disney Adult Will Be Running to This Hotel on May 5th Something very fun is happening at this Disney hotel on May 5th, and it includes margaritas, fiesta vibes, and the kind of guac that could derail your evening plans
- We’ve Got Some Bad News About This Budget Airline This budget airline could be in trouble.
- Disney World Injury Report Raises Eyebrows as New 2026 Numbers Reveal Surprising Trend
- Star Wars Stormtrooper Collection Arrives Ahead of May the 4th Holiday In just a few weeks, Star Wars Day will be here, and Disney Store is getting ready for the holiday with weekly merchandise drops inspired by the galaxy far, far away. Today’s selections are themed to Stormtroopers.(Please note this article contains affiliate links. Your purchase will support LaughingPlace by providing...
- 2026 Disney World Starbucks Tumblers with Mystery Pin Set (All 4 Parks) If you’re a fan of Starbucks and enjoy pin-collecting, you might like to check out some of the newer travel tumblers that come with mystery... The post 2026 Disney World Starbucks Tumblers with Mystery Pin Set (All 4 Parks) appeared first on...
- The #1 Way to Solve This Nightmare Travel Emergency If this happens to you, DON'T PANIC. Do this instead.
- Why Every Mom Will Be RUNNING to ALDI Next Week The BEST things to find at ALDI this week.
- Disney Is Celebrating Gay Pride With New Experience Coming to Main Street, U.S.A. For many Disney fans, few places carry the emotional weight of walking down Main Street, U.S.A.—a space built on nostalgia, inclusivity, and the promise that everyone belongs. Over the years, that meaning has only deepened as special events have transformed the park into something even more personal, more...
- Disney Files 9 NEW Permits for Tropical Americas Expansion at Animal Kingdom Disney just dropped HOW MANY new permits?!
- Zero Taxes on $8.3 Billion: Inside Disney’s Massive 2025 IRS Loophole As millions of Americans meticulously gathered their W-2s, tracked their deductions, and handed over a portion of their hard-earned paychecks to the IRS this tax season, one of the most profitable entertainment empires on the planet was enjoying a decidedly different financial reality.
- AllEars TV: A Perfect Day In SINGAPORE — Rate My Trip! Quincy and Emma are going head to head to see who has the better day in Singapore. It's time to Rate My Trip!
- 2026 Disney Hotel Essential Buying Guide: Best Items for Kids, Adults, and Experts These are items that make our Disney hotel stay more seamless.
- I Can’t Stop Talking About Disney’s NEW Muppet Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Announcements And My Family Is Getting Worried I have BIG feelings about the new Muppets Rock 'n' Roller Coaster news and I'm detailing them all here!
- Disney World Dining Just Got Insanely More Expensive: Is It Time to Change Your Travel Plans? There was a time when a trip to Walt Disney World felt like a once-in-a-lifetime dream that families could realistically plan for—save a little each month, pick the right week, and make the magic happen. For generations, that promise has been part of what made Disney so special:...
- Walt Disney World Adds Several Annual Passholder Good-to-Go Days This Month Walt Disney World has added eight “good-to-go” days for Annual Passholders this month, meaning Passholders can visit a theme park without a reservation. Annual Passholder Good-to-Go Days April 2026 Good-to-go days are marked on the admission calendar with green circles. They are available to all four Passholder...
- Stripes Removed From The Magic of Disney Animation Days After Painting at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Stripes that were added to The Magic of Disney Animation facade at Disney’s Hollywood Studios have been removed just a few days later. The Magic of Disney Animation Painting Two dark red stripes were added to the facade earlier this month. They were on the right, next...
- HELP! Why Won’t Disney World Fix This Unnecessarily Complicated Ride Rule?! Let's talk about this unnecessarily complicated ride rule at Magic Kingdom that Disney has yet to fix.
- The NEW Loungefly Backpack Everyone Will Be Wearing to Disney World in May The best Loungeflys for May.
- Disney Fans, Set Your Alarms For 10 AM Tomorrow Morning! We played Hide & Seek in Disney Springs, and you can find out who won TOMORROW!
- Inside Disney’s Radical Culture Shift: A Laid-Off Engineer Reveals the Truth About DEI and the “Secret Gay Agenda” For years, The Walt Disney Company has been at the epicenter of America’s culture wars. From high-profile clashes with politicians over classroom legislation to heated debates over diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in its films and parks, the “House of Mouse” has found itself under heavy...
- Shoes Disney Adults Are Wearing on Cruises in 2026 These shoes are PERFECT for a cruise vacation!
- BREAKING: Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Opening Date in Today’s Daily Recap for 04/16/2026 BREAKING: Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Opening Date, Disney Severance Packages Revealed for 1,000 Laid Off Employees, BREAKING: Full List of Electric Mayhem Songs for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, Free Lightning Lane for Completing A Pirate’s Adventure at Magic Kingdom — all...
- Opening Date & Setlist Revealed for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets The Electric Mayhem have fired up the van and are almost to the show! Walt Disney World has announced the opening date for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets at Hollywood Studios as well as more details about the ride experience. In this post, we’ll share...
- Walt Disney Imagineering Shares Behind the Scenes Video on Creating Muppets Coaster Posters How Imagineers Created Those Viral Muppet Coaster Posters Walt Disney Imagineering just pulled back the curtain on the creative chaos of the Muppets’ newest gig! In a fresh Instagram feature, Dani Iglesias, Creative Director at The Muppets Studio, breaks down the design process behind the hilarious new queue posters for Rock ‘n’...
- Animals Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Animals Celebrate a Milestone Anniversary at Disney’s Wildest Resort Twenty-five years ago, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge opened its doors, offering guests the incredible chance to wake up to views of a lush African savanna. This week, the resort celebrated its Silver Anniversary, and the party wasn’t just for the humans! To...
- Finding Your Way Home To The Second Star Club at Asteria Finding Your Way Home To The Second Star Club at Asteria Remember that feeling of being a kid, looking up at the night sky and believing, truly believing, that adventure was just a heartbeat away? We’ve all grown up a bit since then, but Disney is proving that the second...
- Electrical Work Begins for Encanto and Indiana Jones Rides in Tropical Americas Nine New Permits Filed as Tropical Americas Expansion Powers Up at Animal Kingdom Construction on the upcoming Tropical Americas land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is quietly picking up momentum, and a fresh batch of permits is giving us a clearer picture of what is happening behind the scenes. Walt Disney...
- Disney World Monorail Announcement Remains Unchanged Despite Recent Rumors Disney Confirms Classic Monorail Announcement Was Never Changed All aboard the rumor express… except this one never left the station. Despite recent chatter online suggesting Disney had “restored” the classic “ladies and gentlemen” monorail announcement, Walt Disney World has confirmed there was nothing to restore in the first place. The...
- Disney World Extends Resort Guest Benefits and Perks Through 2027 Disney World Extends Early Entry and Deluxe Evening Hours Perks Through 2027 If you love getting a head start on your park day or enjoying the parks after the sun sets, Walt Disney World just handed you a little extra pixie dust. Disney has officially confirmed that its popular early...
- Disney World Updates Official Website with Rock n Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Details Disney World Shares First Full Ride Description for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Disney has officially turned up the volume on Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, as the Walt Disney World website now has a dedicated page for the re-imagined attraction along with a full new...
- Photos: New Star Wars Merchandise Arrives at Disneyland Ahead of May the 4th Just in time for Star Wars Day, the Force is making a stylish landing at Disneyland Park. A brand-new wave of merchandise has arrived across the resort, giving fans the perfect excuse to refresh their wardrobe and their collection with pieces inspired by a galaxy far, far away.The latest drop...
- RSVLTS Channels Star Wars with Massive "May The 4th Be With You" Fashion and Accessories Drop RSVLTS (The Roosevelts) is once again bringing fans a variety of awesome apparel and accessories in celebration of Star Wars Day. (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 user experience. Thank...
- Winnie the Pooh and Tigger Big Face Tote Bags Land at Disneyland Resort Winnie the Pooh and Tigger have been transformed into Big Face canvas tote bags, now available at Disneyland and online via Disney Store. Winnie the Pooh Big Face Canvas Tote – $49.99 Shaped like Pooh Bear’s head, this is a yellow bag with piping trim and padded...
- Will There Be A ‘Scrubs’ Season 2 on ABC? Everything We Know We need more Scrubs in our life!
- The Disney Afternoon & Winnie the Pooh WDI Pins at Mickey’s of Glendale The Disney Afternoon & Winnie the Pooh WDI Pins at Mickey’s of Glendale Here is a look at the new The Disney Afternoon, Winnie the Pooh – Seasonal Celebration Series 1 and Duffy and...
- (Review) Kings Island’s Phantom Theater Opening Nightmare is more than a nostalgia play Kings Island has revived one of its most beloved cult attractions with Phantom Theater: Opening Nightmare, replacing Boo Blasters on Boo Hill with a modern dark ride rooted in nostalgia. During today’s media preview, we experienced updated animatronics, interactive flashlight gameplay, practical show scenes, and a family-friendly...
- Disney’s new limited-time “Disney Store” concept is bringing back what fans miss most Disney’s new “Disney Store” concept brings online shopping into a physical space, but for longtime fans, it also revives memories of the beloved mall stores that once defined Disney retail. The post Disney’s new limited-time “Disney Store” concept is bringing back what...
- The Best Airport-to-Park Outfits for Disney Trips When we need an outfit that we can wear off the plane and right to the Disney parks, these are our go-tos!
- The New Disney Tote Bag Everyone Is Buying Today Get this adorable tote bag for 30% off!
- REVIEW: You Know How We Feel About Most Disney World Churros, But THESE Are The Exception We're heading back to Nomad Lounge to try some new menu items.
- The 14 Best Rides To Rope Drop in Magic Kingdom If you're going to rope drop Magic Kingdom, hit up these rides first.
- Scaffolding Installed Around Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace During Refurbishment Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace, the outdoor patio bar next to Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto, is currently closed for refurbishment at Walt Disney World. Scaffolding has been installed around the area. Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace Scaffolding Scaffolding has been installed around the Tiki Terrace not long after it...
- Custom Cabinet Installed in EPCOT’s Mitsukoshi for Yoku Moku Confectioneries Mitsukoshi in the Japan pavilion of EPCOT has a brand-new cabinet displaying Yoku Moku confectionery products. Though it may seem like a regular cabinet at first glance, it was custom created by a Japanese-American artist. New Yoku Moku Display Cabinet in Mitsukoshi The cabinet is in the...
- Behind-the-Scenes Look at Designing Queue Posters for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Walt Disney Imagineering has shared a video on Instagram of Dani Iglesias, creative director at The Muppets Studio, explaining how she designed the queue posters for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Creating the Posters Iglesias explains that she wanted to show...
- Mickey & Friends Bucket Hat Inspired by Mystery Create Your Own Headband Plush at Disney World Walt Disney World has a new bucket hat featuring chibi monochromatic images of Mickey and Friends — the same design introduced with create-your-own headband mystery plush. Chibi Mickey & Friends Bucket Hat – $36.99 The hat is patterned all over with vibrant images of Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse,...
- Gregg Sulkin Joins ‘Wizards Beyond Waverly Place’ A beloved character from the original series is set to return for the upcoming four-episode finale of Wizards Beyond Waverly Place. Gregg Sulkin is coming back to play Mason Greyback, the popular character he portrayed in Wizards of Waverly Place, according to an exclusive report from Deadline. Details about Mason’s...
- Sneak Peek at Princess Leia — Coming Soon to Disneyland! A popular 'Star Wars' character is coming to Disneyland!
- 10 Gifts Every Disney Adult Wants for Mother’s Day If you are looking for a Mother's Day gift for the Disney Adult in your life, here are 10 you can order right now!
- Free Lightning Lane for Completing A Pirate’s Adventure at Magic Kingdom Disney is once again giving out free Lightning Lanes for guests who complete A Pirate’s Adventure at Magic Kingdom. They previously gave out FastPasses, but stopped doing that in favor of collectible cards after the Covid-19 closure. A Pirate’s Adventure ~ Treasures of the Seven Seas The...
- Another Muppets Courtyard Water Tower Removed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios The water tower that previously sat on Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano has been removed from Disney’s Hollywood Studios as the area is turned into Monstropolis. Monstropolis Construction The water tower was on this corner of Mama Melrose’s brick facade. The restaurant will be transformed into Harryhausen’s from...
- Docking Bay 6 Now Flying First Order Banners at Hollywood Studios After rebranding the Galaxy’s Edge East docking area to Docking Bay 6 last month, Docking Bay 6 is now flying First Order banners. Docking Bay 6 As you can see above, the top of the docking bay entryway now has a deep red First Order banner hanging...
- 11 CHANGES Happening in May in Disney World 10 changes are coming to Disney World this May!
- NEW Permit Hints at Extended Construction for Popular Disney World Hotel Disney filed a new permit for construction on a Disney World deluxe resort!
- REVIEW: The New STANLEY Backpack Has Main Character Energy, But Is It Actually Worth It? We reviewed Stanley’s Vitalize Backpack, and yes, the cupholders are weirdly impressive. The rest? Cute, comfy, very extra, and maybe not worth the hype.
- FIRST LOOK: Princess Leia Meet and Greet Character With Brand New Costume for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Timeline Shift Disneyland revealed Princess Leia, who guests will soon be able to meet in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge when the land’s timeline shifts. Princess Leia Meet and Greet Character Leia will not appear in her iconic white dress from A New Hope but rather a white jumpsuit and...
- Rock Around the Shop Sign Removed, More Attraction Painting at Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster The Rock Around the Shop sign has been removed, and multiple painting projects are underway now at Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Projects will steadily continue as the ride approaches its opening day on May 26, 2026. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster...
- Be Our Guest Vacations Can Help Book Your 2027 Walt Disney World Vacation Walt Disney World opened bookings today, April 16, for 2027 vacations, and although tickets have gone up, vacation packages are still a seamless and easy way to book. Plus, that planning is made even easier when you utilize free travel services from folks like our friends at...
- Why Haven’t They Banned These Disneyland Ride Hacks Yet? Here are the Disneyland ride hacks we use to get the most out of our time at the Happiest Place on Earth!
- Disney Adults, Our Favorite Disney Finds Are Up To 50% Off! You can't miss these deals!
- Muppet Labs Announces the Lengthy Immediate Motion Object (L.I.M.O.) As updates keep rolling out for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we now know the name of the ride vehicle. L.I.M.O. Guests will likely not be surprised to learn that the vehicles for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster will be called what...
- Nine Permits Filed for Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Walt Disney Imagineering filed nine permits for electrical work in the new Tropical Americas land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The permits cover a variety of locations in the former DinoLand, including the Encanto and Indiana Jones rides. Tropical Americas Permits The permits all contract Pro Audio Video...
- Disney World Resort Guest Benefits Extended Through 2027 Walt Disney World Resort will extend the early entry and extended evening hours benefit for Disney Resort hotel guests in 2027. Early Entry and Extended Evening Hours Benefit Extended Through 2027 Walt Disney World has confirmed that Resort hotel guests will continue to receive 30 minutes of...
- Construction Wall Erected Near Big Al’s at Magic Kingdom Another construction wall has been erected along the Frontierland boardwalk in Magic Kingdom, near Big Al’s, which will soon be demolished. The work is related to construction of the new Cars-inspired Piston Peak National Park area. Piston Peak National Park Construction The new wall runs in front...
- PHOTOS, VIDEO: Musical Moment with Rapunzel and Flynn at Disney Adventure World Rapunzel and Flynn stop by the Adventure Way Gazebo Garden for this 20-minute show featuring traditional tunes from the kingdom of Corona. Musical Moment with Rapunzel and Flynn You can check the show time for your specific visit date via the Disneyland Paris Mobile App up to...
- 2026 Springtime Surprise runDisney Expo Opens The 2026 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend has officially begun and guests can shop for all their running gear at the runDisney Health & Fitness Expo. runDisney Springtime Surprise Merchandise The theme of this race weekend is iconic Disney duos and that’s reflected on the runDisney merchandise available....
- Deluxe Dining Plan is Back for 2027! The Deluxe Table-Service Dining Plan is back for 2027 in Walt Disney World. Disney seemed to hint at this change...
- Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Opens May 26th! Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets opens May 26th!!! Disney announced the opening date and set list this morning:...
- How Many Fairytale Easter Eggs Can You Spot in Our Hotel Room? Come take a tour of our ultra-whimsical fairytale themed room at the Wonder Hotel!
- Deluxe Table-Service Dining Plan Coming to Walt Disney World as 2027 Vacation Bookings Open It may only be April 2026, but Walt Disney World is already looking forward to 2027, announcing a new Disney Dining Plan tier to debut next year.What's Happening:2027 Walt Disney World vacation bookings are now open! This includes theme park tickets, hotel room stays, and packages for dates through October...
- Set List, Opening Date, and Celeb Cameos Revealed for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets As promised, this morning, Disney revealed more songs from the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets set list — as well as an opening date!What's Happening:Walt Disney World has been teasing details about the upcoming Muppets takeover of Rock 'n' Roller Coaster.First, we learned that an Electric Mayhem cover...
- Something HUGE Is Changing in Disney World SOON Don't forget about this change happening in a month!
- This Magic Kingdom Hack Will Get You a FREE Lightning Lane We know how you can get a FREE Lightning Lane at Magic Kingdom!
- Patch – Disney Dogs Best in Show Pin at DPB Store Patch – Disney Dogs Best in Show Pin at DPB Store Here is a look at the third release in our Disney Dogs “Best in Show” pin series at DPB Store! The third pin features Patch...
- The NEW Airport Rule That Could Affect Your Next Flight A big rule just went into place at these airports...and it's causing problems.
Theme Park News & Rumors
- The 5 Best Disney World Hotels for Introverts If Disney World crowds make your social battery tap out by 2PM, these 5 hotels might save your whole vacation....
- Paint Stripes Added, Then Removed, Now Re-Added to The Magic of Disney Animation at Disney’s Hollywood Studios The Magic of Disney Animation facade at Disney’s Hollywood Studios seems to be experiencing some technical difficulties...
- ‘Darkwing Duck’, ‘TaleSpin’, and Many More Rare and Exclusive Characters from Disney Channel Nite at Disneyland Fans of Ducktales, Kim Possible, and many more classic Disney animated series can enjoy the rare character...
- Your Disney Visa Card Just Got Better — Check Out This Limited-Time Perk Disney Visa Cardholders should get to Hollywood Studios ASAP.
- 4 NEW Passholder Perks Start in 13 Days There are tons of perks coming for Disney World Annual Passholders this summer!
- Uh, Is ANOTHER Change Coming to Magic Kingdom? Something is changing at this popular snack spot.
- Only Expert-Level Disney Adults Know About This Secret Hack to Cut Hotel Costs Give your wallet a break with these Disney World hotel cost-saving tips!
- Free Water Park Perk Returning to Walt Disney World in 2027 But With Resort Exclusion in Today’s Daily Recap for 4/17/2026 Stripes removed from The Magic of Disney Animation days after painting at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney teases...
- Free Water Park Perk Returning to Walt Disney World in 2027 But With Resort Exclusion in Today’s Daily Recap for 4/17/2026 Stripes removed from The Magic of Disney Animation days after painting at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney teases...
- Free Water Park Perk Returning to Walt Disney World in 2027 But With Resort Exclusion in Today’s Daily Recap for 4/17/2026 Stripes removed from The Magic of Disney Animation days after painting at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney teases...
Latest Walt Disney Photos
- Electrical Work Begins for Encanto and Indiana Jones Rides in Tropical Americas Nine New Permits Filed as Tropical Americas Expansion Powers Up at Animal Kingdom...
- PHOTOS: Docking Bay 6 Has Been Taken Over by the First Order Three years after the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser was shuttered,
- New Construction Permit Filed for Aloha Isle Sign at Walt Disney World Permit Filed for New Aloha Isle Sign at Magic Kingdom Something sweet might...
- FIRST LOOK: NEW Photos & Second Electric Mayhem Song Cover Revealed For Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets If you have been following along here at MickeyBlog, you know how excited we are for the debut...
- Updated Look at Disney's Lakeshore Lodge Construction Disney's Lakeshore Lodge Is Starting to Look More Like a Resort and Less...
- PHOTOS: Updated Look at the Construction at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Clubs What’s one thing you can always count on seeing at Disney World? Construction.
- PHOTOS: See the Exclusive Stitch Meet & Greet at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! One of the best parts about visiting Disney World is getting to see some of your favorite characters in...
- Mickey's Sorcerer Hat and New Character Walk of Fame Arrive at Hollywood Studios Mickey's Sorcerer Hat and New Character Walk of Fame Arrive at Hollywood Studios...
- PHOTOS: The New Sorcerer Mickey Hat Has Arrived at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Earlier this morning, we brought you an exciting update from Disney’s Hollywood...
- Photos: Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem Posters Previewed for Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets As we already know, Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster is getting a Muppet-sized upgrade,...
Universal & Epic Universe Strategy
- Free Water Park Perk Returning to Walt Disney World in 2027 But With Resort Exclusion in Today’s Daily Recap for 4/17/2026 Stripes removed from The Magic of Disney Animation days after painting at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney teases...
- Snack Stand Installed in Jurassic World Walkthrough for Fan Fest Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood Fan Fest Nights kick off next week at Universal Studios Hollywood, and a new Jurassic World-themed snack...
- Universal Orlando Resort Hiring Actors for Halloween Horror Nights 2026 Universal Orlando Resort posted a new casting call for Halloween Horror Nights 35. The posting is seeking...
- Full List: ‘One Piece’ Universal Studios Hollywood Fan Fest Nights Merchandise 2026 Time to gather your crew, the One Piece Fan Fest merchandise is here! It can be found...
- BREAKING: Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Opening Date in Today’s Daily Recap for 04/16/2026 BREAKING: Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Opening Date, Disney Severance Packages Revealed for 1,000 Laid...
- SpongeBob SquarePants Can Live on Your Shoulder at Universal Orlando Resort Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? SpongeBob SquarePants! And now the character can live on...
- REVIEW: Supreme Chicken Nachos Return to Bumblebee Man’s Taco Truck at Universal Studios Florida Bumblebee Man’s Taco Truck is a quick place to grab tacos while passing through Springfield at Universal...
- ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Viking Training Camp at Epic Universe Closing for Refurbishment The Viking Training Camp play area in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at...
- First Look at Walt Disney World Annual Passholder Popcorn Bucket & Merchandise Coming This Summer in Today’s Daily Recap for 4/15/2026 Second Electric Mayhem song revealed and first look at Cast Member costumes for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster...
- Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club Concept Art for Universal Kids Resort Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club is one of the themed lands coming to Universal Kids Resort...