News & Rumors Archive
Dead men tell no tales. If ye be brave or fool enough to face a DVC curse, proceed. Walt Disney World has released 2023 vacation packages and resort reservations, and one room category was absent from the resort roster: Pirate Rooms at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. Nothing was available from January through October 2023, and
Walt Disney World has released 2023 vacation packages and resort reservations, confirming that conspicuous omission of the Disney Dining Plan. This post will cover that, and why it’s not necessarily indicative of what’s to come next year–or even this year. This was more or less expected. When announcing the upcoming release of Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World has announced that the Minnie Vans private vehicle service by Lyft is coming back soon! This post shares everything we know so far–dates, details, plus our commentary about what to expect from this transportation offering when it resumes in the coming months. (Updated June 7, 2022.) For those who are unfamiliar with
Lettuce Entertain You has announced Summer House on the Lake, a new table service restaurant coming to Walt Disney World in 2023. This post covers the upcoming addition to Disney Springs, what it’s replacing, and other random commentary. For starters, if this news feels vaguely familiar…that’s because it is. Almost 3 years ago, Walt Disney
Premium MagicBand upgrades are available for pre-arrival Walt Disney World hotel guests and Annual Passholders. This buying guide covers the purchase process, inventory shortages & supply chain woes, future of Magic Band+, and the newest designs. (Updated June 4, 2022.) To upgrade your Magic Band, use the My Disney Experience app or DisneyWorld.com, which allows
Walt Disney World announced that two additions will be made to the Genie+ lineup at Animal Kingdom, as the reimagined Finding Nemo Musical and Adventurers Outpost meet & greet will have Lightning Lanes once the attractions reopen. This post covers details about the duo joining the paid FastPass ride roster in Summer 2022 and commentary
Walt Disney World has released a sneak peek of the reimagined musical, “Finding Nemo – The Big Blue…and Beyond!” This post covers details, debut timeframe, and what else you might expect from the replacement show, inspired by Finding Dory. (Updated June 3, 2022.) This new or reimagined show will replace Finding Nemo – The Musical,
One downside to summer and fall vacations at Walt Disney World is storm season. This post contains the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season forecast, updates on potential Tropical Storm Alex, tips for staying dry during rain & preparedness info for staying safe during Florida’s intense weather. (Updated June 3, 2022.) In recent years, Hurricanes Dorian, Matthew,
An opening year has been revealed (leaked? announced? I’m not really sure) for the reimagining of Splash Mountain inspired by the Princess and the Frog that’s coming to Disneyland and Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. This post shares new info and recaps past “progress” on the project. Plus, my commentary on whether it’s possible
Disneyland announced that it has “sold out” of all annual passes in its Magic Key program. This post shares details and commentary about why this is happening. Plus, thoughts on the timing of the news right before the start of summer blockouts and while a lawsuit is pending about AP reservations. As a quick recap,
Imagineer Scott Trowbridge just announced that new characters are coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland. This post covers dates & details of the new additions, plus our commentary about how this will improve the land and why Walt Disney World is being left out. This announcement comes from Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim,
