Did you know that it’s National Pretzel Day?! Yep, today is the day, and there’s no better place to be than at Disney World where you can get all kinds of pretzels. So, come with us to try two popular pretzels in Magic Kingdom! Magic Kingdom Pretzels First up, we’re grabbing the Pepper Jack Pretzel from Cheshire cafe for $7.79. This is just a normal soft pretzel filled with pepper jack cheese and topped with some too to give it a little crunch! It’s served warm and it doesn’t have too much spice. So, if you’re someone who can’t handle a lot of spice, this will probably still be good for you ..read more

Ray Chan, the longtime art director for Marvel Studios, has passed away at 56, the studio has confirmed. Chan began his Marvel career working on 2013’s Thor: The Dark World, where he served as Supervising Art Director. Previously, he had worked on a plethora of movies, including National Treasure, Nanny McFee, and Robin Hood. Photo: Marvel “Ray was first and foremost a good friend to everyone at Marvel Studios. He was a talented collaborator who brought creativity and attention to detail to every frame of every movie he worked on, and who was able to bring out the best in each department he ..read more

Disneyland’s had a lot going on lately! Pixar Fest just began today and will run throughout the summer, we found out about some big improvements to an old attraction, and two fan-favorite tours are returning! Photo: Disneyland And, starting May 1st, Disneyland will celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Let’s take a look at all the food and drinks coming to the resort for the celebration. Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month Foodie Guide Everything is available beginning May 1st unless otherwise noted. Disneyland Park The Tropical Hideaway   ..read more

Star Wars fans got to pick up the story of Star Wars Rebels last year when Ahsoka debuted on Disney+. While the series was ostensibly about Anakin Skywalker’s former apprentice Ahsoka Tano (and her relationship with her former master), Ahsoka also marked the debut of Sabine Wren, Ezra Bridger, Hera Syndulla, Chopper, and Grand Admiral Thrawn in live action. Photo: Lucasfilm For Rebels fans (not to mention fans of Clone Wars), Ahsoka was a dream come true. Season 2 Is on the Way Following a successful season one, Lucasfilm announced earlier this year that Ahsoka would be continuing for a ..read more

Once a year, I like to answer a series of the most popular questions regarding Walt Disney World. Recently, I discussed basic questions people have about their visits. This time, let’s answer some often-asked tourist questions about Walt Disney World. Are Seniors Okay at Disney World? There’s a general answer to this one, which is, “Obviously!” Then, I’ll add the context of a personal anecdote. A few years ago, my niece participated in a cheerleading competition at Disney. Credit: Disney Such events occur regularly at Disney’s ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, which often leads to this que ..read more

The Walt Disney Company hasn’t built an American theme park in a while. For this reason, younger fans may not be aware of a frustrating, recurring part of Disney theme park lore. Photo: Disney When Disney constructs new themed lands and (especially) new theme parks, history repeats itself. We’ve witnessed this behavior at Hong Kong Disneyland, Disneyland Paris, Disney California Adventure, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and so forth. Similarly, last-minute changes negatively impacted Avengers Campus, Toy Story Land, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and many more. Even Disney, the global leader in the ..read more

New Lion King merch is available and it screams 90s VHS vibes! Lion King Shirt Our crew saw brand new Lion King apparel at Island Mercantile today at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Let’s explore their findings! Lion King Plush Lion King Silhouette T-Shirt First, there is this black T-shirt with The Lion King logo. The colors remind us of a sunset on the savannah with its palette of reds, oranges, and yellows. Lion King Shirt Underneath the logo, you’ll find characters from the African-inspired movie. Simba, Nala, Zazu, Timon, Pumbaa, Ed the hyena, and the notorious Scar. Lion King Shirt This ..read more

May is an exciting time in Disney World — EPCOT’s Flower & Garden Festival is going on, Mother’s Day celebrations will take place, and it’s Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. AAPI dessert in 2023 And now, we’ve got the full list of food and drinks coming for AAPI Heritage Month at Disney World! Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month Foodie Guide  All items available from May 1st — 31st unless otherwise noted. Animal Kingdom Pizzafari and Restaurantosaurus Moana Heart of Te Fiti Cupcake: coconut cake, pineapple custard filling, coconut buttercream, whi ..read more

If you are a frequent visitor to Disney World, then you know that at Disney Springs, change is a constant. Earlier this week, we brought you the news that a new covered patio was coming to Chicken Guy!, a Page to Stage Signature Experience is on the way, and a new eet mural has arrived at the Springs. Photo: Christy Weinberg Now, however, I want to turn your attention to Town Square, where the Disney Springs Vineyard Vine’s location has officially opened! Construction Had Been Underway The new store was officially announced back in January, and since that time, we have been tracking the stor ..read more

Disney Imagineer and Art Director, Sylvie Massara, received perhaps the highest honor in her profession today when the longtime Disney employee was bestowed her very own window on Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland Paris. For over 35 years, Massara has helped make magic happen at Walt Disney Imagineering, working in Disneyland Paris and creating unforgettable memories for guests. Photo: Disney Parks Blog “I was so surprised, I must admit, when I received the news,” Sylvie said. “I was very honored, of course, and very, very moved, because I wasn’t expecting it at all.” A Storied Disney Career ..read more