News & Rumors Archive
Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue is returning to Walt Disney World this summer! The dinner show will soon be back at Pioneer Hall, and ahead of that, Advance Dining Reservations have been released along with more information about the changes to the beloved family-friendly entertainment. Let’s start with the changes, which Walt Disney World released in an
Disney has shared new details & info about Avengers Campus, including an official opening date for the Marvel land at the Walt Disney Studios Park in Disneyland Paris, how it compares and contrasts with its counterpart in California, and brief commentary about our anticipation for this addition. Avengers Campus will showcase live-action stunts, encounters with
Walt Disney World has announced the return of Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue at Fort Wilderness! The dinner show has been dark for over 2 years, but will soon by back at Pioneer Hall, bringing with it family-friendly entertainment and an all-you-can eat feast. (Updated May 23, 2022.) This news of the hilarious and high-spirited hootenanny that
Walt Disney World has added more hours to the calendar through August 2022 at Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios & Animal Kingdom, and extended hours prior to that from June through July. This post covers the changes plus a look at the park reservation calendar and more. Let’s start with the updated calendar. All four
Walt Disney World has released the Global Marketplace lineup for the 2022 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, with booths opening in two phases. This preview offers a full list of new and returning food booths, followed by my “old man yells at cloud” commentary. As a reminder, the 2022 EPCOT International Food & Wine
Walt Disney World announced 2023 vacation packages, and with that, the end of the Genie+ ticket add-on. This post covers details about the length-of-stay prepaid Lightning Lane booking option, why it’s being eliminated, and other thoughts. With the launch of new bookings, Walt Disney World is making an “adjustment” to how guests purchase Disney Genie+
Walt Disney World has announced 2023 vacation packages and resort reservations info, including what will and will not be included. This post offers dates and details about hotels, tickets, and what’s not back…yet. Let’s just get the big “not back” things out of the way at the outset. Despite a lot of wishful thinking from
Walt Disney World’s newest attraction (for the next ~2 weeks) will soon be downgraded to Genie+ from an Individual Lightning Lane, as Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure joins the paid FastPass ride roster in Summer 2022. This post covers details and commentary about the change. This isn’t a huge surprise, as it comes after Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World has released more details about the virtual queue for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and how it’ll operate during Extended Evening Hours at EPCOT. This post covers how both will work and what to expect once this blockbuster roller coaster opens in Summer 2022. As a quick reminder, Cosmic Rewind will
Disneyland is offering a new multi-day ticket deal for Southern California residents in 2022. This post shares info & details about the limited-time offer for the new year, plus commentary about the intersection of this promo and returning entertainment, and historical comparisons. (Updated May 31, 2022.) For a limited time, Southern California residents can visit
Walt Disney World has removed the Lightning Lane for Mickey and Minnie’s Red Carpet Dreams. This post covers why it’s no longer part of Genie+ along with some other thoughts & strategy about experiencing this popular meet & greet at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. For those who are unfamiliar with it, Red Carpet Dreams is the
