Tag: Walt Disney World
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Roger’s Top 5 Walt Disney World Experiences
I recently spent a week at Walt Disney World, and while it’s one of my favorite places to visit, I try to find a highlight of each visit. This time around, I will share my top 5 favorite experiences. Number 5 Number 5 on my top 5 at Walt Disney World is a tie between…
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Take a Look at the Progress Being Made on Epcot’s Harmonious!
Later this year Harmonious will be displayed over the lagoon of World Showcase at Epcot. This new nighttime spectacular is said to be one of the most ambitious shows created by Disney to date! Recently, barges that will be utilized in the show were delivered to Epcot. Disney has released a new video with updates…
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New Star Wars Collection From Her Universe Available at Disneyland and Walt Disney World
Ashley Eckstein’s Her Universe and Our Universe has a fan-favorite wardrobe that has been available for a few years. A new 90s inspired Star Wars collection is available at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Soon it will be available on ShopDisney.com. Below are the photos of the collection and the press release: Choose Your Destiny…
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Disney Legend Bob Matheison Passes Away at Age 85
Word came over the weekend that Disney Legend Bob Matheison had passed away. He was 85. He was born on January 30, 1934 in Portland, Oregon. In 1955, Bob graduated from the University of Southern California. He received a bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications with an emphasis in radio. After college, he served two years with…
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Florida Residents Can Experience the Magic of Walt Disney World Resort Theme Parks in 2020 with the Special Discover Disney Ticket, Starting Jan. 2
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Dec. 30, 2019) – Walt Disney World Resort is ringing in the new year with a sensational collection of experiences, with spectacular new attractions plus returning seasonal favorites planned throughout 2020. Florida residents can enjoy all of this magic and more in the Walt Disney World theme parks with the special…
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Top 5 Disney Stories of 2019 – #2: Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge (and Review of Rise of the Resistance)
As we continue to reflect and countdown to the top story of the year, Galaxy’s Edge at both Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios is a bit of a no-brainer. It had been anticipated for a few years and was teased throughout the year before its May opening. This is a highly immersive environment that has…
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Disney California Adventure is Rededicated and Redone – #3 of Top 5 Disney Stories of the Decade
It is not just the end of the year but at the end of a decade. This decade has had some monumental Disney events (as reflected in posts from the previous two days) but we are getting closer to the biggest of the decade. It’s getting harder to deduce, and this was one that was…
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Pandora the World of Avatar – #4 of Top 5 Disney Stories of the Decade
In counting down the top stories for Disney, the parks tend to steal the show many times. Walt Disney World has certainly done that with Pandora: The World of Avatar. Opening What? All the way back in 2011 it was announced that James Cameron and Walt Disney World would team to bring the world of…
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Top 5 Disney Stories of 2019: #5 – Walt Disney World’s Skyliner Soars
As we countdown the year’s biggest Disney stories, one of the most anticipated of the year was the opening of the Skyliner at Walt Disney World. It might not seem so, but these sky buckets were talked about throughout the year as the route took shape throughout the property. Pylons and towers started marking out…
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Disney Springs M&M Store Coming to Orlando in 2020
Disney Springs is a pretty great place to hang out or grab a bite to eat in Walt Disney World! Whether you want to shop at World of Disney or hang out in an Irish Pub (our favorite!), there is a little something for everyone. What could make it even better? A Disney Springs M&M…
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O Rainy Night – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1012 (#483)
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! It’s been a rainy evening in Southern California as the geeks come together for a Christmas Eve eve episode. This week, there is a lot to talk about from the world of Star Wars. This includes Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, Star Tours: The Adventures Continue, and Star Wars: Rise…
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Get an NFL Experience of a Lifetime with a Super Bowl Champion at Walt Disney World Resort
The NFL to award one fan with the MVP treatment at Walt Disney World Resort If you’ve ever wanted to shout the famous line, “I’m going to Disney World,” and get the superstar treatment that so many Super Bowl legends have gotten over the years as part of Disney’s iconic Super Bowl campaign, this is…
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Beaches & Cream Soda Shop in Walt Disney World Reopening With a New Look
Ice cream lovers rejoice! This winter, Beaches & Cream Soda Shop is reopening to the public so even more guests can enjoy these tasty sweets! Whether you want to grab a traditional ice cream sundae or maybe a new item off of their savory menu, you will be in luck if you head to Walt…
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Resistance Rising – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! This week is an exciting week for Disney and geek news! Things start out with the opening of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at the Walt Disney World Resort. This new attraction allows guests to be immersed in the midst of Star Wars like never before. That isn’t the…
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Walt Disney World Resort Brings the Adventure of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to Air Travelers at Orlando International Airport
New out-of-this-world installations immerse airport guests in stunning visuals inspired by the new land inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios ORLANDO, Fla. (Nov. 16, 2019) – The Force is strong today throughout Orlando International Airport with the debut of new décor that helps travelers feel as if they’ve stepped into Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the new 14-acre…
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2020 Epcot International Festival of the Arts Celebrates Visual, Culinary and Performing Arts from Around the Globe at Walt Disney World Resort
Disney on BroadwayConcert Series, Food Studios and art-inspired family fun await guests, Jan. 17-Feb. 24 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Nov. 12, 2019) – Epcot International Festival of the Arts at Walt Disney World Resort will unveil its annual global celebration of visual, culinary and performing arts Jan. 17 and continue for 39 days through Feb. 24,…
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Regal Eagle Smokehouse Craft Drafts & Barbecue Coming to Epcot in Walt Disney World
This winter, you can grab some classic American comfort food in Epcot! The American Adventure is welcoming Regal Eagle Smokehouse Craft Drafts & Barbecue for guests to enjoy! This fast-casual dining establishment will let you enjoy true American barbecue and some incredible craft brews! Here is what you’ll be able to find on the menu!…
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Tom Fitzgerald Shares About New Experiences at The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
A whole new dimension of chills has dropped into The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror™ this fall at Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris. Tom Fitzgerald, senior creative director at Walt Disney Imagineering, shared with us a first-hand account of the three new storylines he and his team brought to this iconic attraction. How…
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UPDATED: Disney Skyliner Crashes and Rescue Begins at Walt Disney World Resort
Tonight, the Disney Skyliner crashed at a station at Disney’s Riviera Resort. While Disney is reporting that no guests have been injured in this incident, many guests have been stuck for well over 90 minutes, with many suspended above Walt Disney World Resort. This photo below from Twitter shows the aftermath of the crash at…
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Disney Skyliner Opens to the Public at the Walt Disney World Resort
Today the Disney Skyliner opened to the public at the Walt Disney World Resort. This new highway in the sky allows guests to soar between Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Epcot, Disney’s Riviera Resort, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, and Disney’s Pop Century Resort. This gondola system moves a large number of people…
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Disney Halloween Parties Pros and Cons – Which Disney Parks Halloween Party is the Best?
Disney Parks have done seasonal after hours parties for many years, and they’re always a sought after event. Disneyland offers yearly Halloween parties, while Walt Disney World offers both Halloween and Christmas parties. This year, the Disneyland Resort unveiled Oogie Boogie Bash, a party celebrating the spookiest time of year! In addition to this new…
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Vegan Choices Coming to Every Major Dining Establishment in Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort
It’s a great time to be a foodie at Disneyland and Walt Disney World! Whether you love the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival or just want a quick service meal, the dining options have been drastically improving over the last few years. Now, Disney has announced that they’re taking it to a whole new…
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There’s Magic in the Air with New Disney Skyliner
Innovative gondola system will fly guests in style from four Disney resort hotels to Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Sept. 16, 2019) – There will soon be magic gliding above the treetops of Walt Disney World Resort when the new Disney Skyliner takes flight Sept. 29, 2019. As much a magic…
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Disney’s Fairy Tale Wedding Showcase Dates Announced for March 2020 at Walt Disney World
Do you dream of tying the knot in one of the most magical wedding venues on Earth? If you’ve ever thought about saying “I do” in Disney, be sure to save the date for the 2020 Disney Fairy Tale Wedding Showcase! Be sure to mark your calendars for March 2020 in Walt Disney World as…