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Epcot International Festival of the Arts Bringing Special Offerings to Walt Disney World Annual Passholders

Figment’s smiling face on a purple Walt Disney World Annual Passholder sticker, set against a wooden surface.

There are definitely so many great reasons to be a Walt Disney World Annual Passholder and we have just learned about a few more.  There will be a variety of special offerings coming to annual passholders during this year’s Epcot International Festival of the Arts.  The event is scheduled to run from January 18th through February 25th.  First, there will ...

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Mickey Premium Bars from Disney Parks Coming to Grocery Stores

Mickey Ice Cream Bar

Mickey Premium Bars are a must have for many guests who visit Walt Disney World and other Disney theme parks.  For those of you at home who have been craving one of these tasty treats but don’t have a Disney vacation booked, you are going to be in luck!  The Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bar will be sold by select ...

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Walt Disney World’s Newest Parking Garage at Disney Springs Will Be Named Grapefruit Garage

Disney Springs plaque with "The Source of Inspiration" motto, scenic building and lush plants—perfect for Disney World insiders.

Disney Springs has been undergoing all kinds of additions, enhancements and construction to create one of the most amazing shopping and dining districts.  With the addition of all of the new restaurants and shopping venues, this also means the need for additional parking for all of the guests in the area.  A third parking garage has been under construction and ...

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10 Things to Know About the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort

Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel entrance at the Swan and Dolphin Resort with iconic swan statue, palm trees, and guests on the bridge.

With one of the best locations at the Walt Disney World Resort, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is ultra convenient, in walking distance to two theme parks. The resorts also come with 17 restaurants, benefits exclusive to Disney resort guests, and more! Keep reading to learn everything you need to know for your next stay.  [google_ad] 1. ...

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Blizzard Beach and Other Closures Planned for Walt Disney World on January 10th-11th Due to Weather

blizzard-beach

We have learned of various closures planned at Walt Disney World due to colder weather rolling through. According to their website, Walt Disney World is expecting to close Blizzard Beach Water Park on Thursday, January 10th and Friday, January 11th due to the cooler temps.  At this time the water park is currently set to reopen to guests on January ...

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New Dynamic Design For Jaleo Coming to Disney Springs at Walt Disney World

Guests stroll past Jaleo at Disney Springs, its bold yellow roof and red wall with Spanish food words adding vibrant energy.

Jaleo is a new restaurant coming to Disney Springs within Walt Disney World.  The restaurant is being opened by Chef José Andrés.  Currently this new restaurant is expected to open in the winter at Disney Springs!  The location will span 22,000 square feet and it is expected to be Chef José Andrés largest restaurant that he has opened thus far. According ...

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Disney Apsire Program Celebrates First Cast Member Graduate

Graduate Mickey Mouse celebrates with a fan holding Disney ears by Spaceship Earth at Epcot, showcasing Disney Aspire success.

We love learning about this kind of Disney news, so we had to share this with all of you!  The Walt Disney Company launched a Disney Aspire education program where Disney is helping cast members pay for various training, certifications, degrees, etc.  The program is a 100% tuition-paid education program for hourly full-time and part-time cast members located in the ...

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New ‘IllumiNations’ Dining Package Coming to Epcot at Walt Disney World

Fireworks dazzle above Epcot’s World Showcase Lagoon, their reflections lighting up the night for IllumiNations Dining guests.

There is only a limited amount of time left to see IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth before it is gone forever.  We previously announced that the show would be ending around summer of 2019 and a new show will debut in its place.  If you are planning to check out the show before it is gone, then you will also want ...

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DVC Members to Celebrate with Disney on Broadway Stars on February 25 at Walt Disney World

Disney on Broadway dazzles the audience with vibrant lights and songs as families enjoy the show at Walt Disney World.

We have learned from Disney Parks Blog that there will be an amazing Membership Magic Event for Disney Vacation Club Members during Epcot International Festival of the Arts.  Some of the stars performing together at the event in Epcot on February 25th will  include Ashley Brown (Broadway’s original Mary Poppins), Josh Strickland (Broadway’s original Tarzan), Alton Fitzgerald White (Broadway’s record-breaking Lion King) and Kissy Simmons (Nala in ...

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Disney Parks Purple Treat Foodie Guide

A guest sports purple Mickey ears and shows off a matching cupcake—Disney Parks’ ultimate Purple Treat for foodie fans!.

We previously announced that purple items would be coming to Walt Disney World and other Disney Parks.  This means purple headbands, other merchandise and treats!  There are all kinds of amazing purple treats hitting Disney Parks at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts, and you are definitely going to want to check these out.  There are treats from cupcakes to ...

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