Disney’s latest attempt to generate hype for The Mandalorian and Grogu is being called out online after fans noticed that a supposedly spontaneous Pedro Pascal appearance at Disneyland may not have been authentic at all. The controversy began after Pedro...
Now, in a shift that has been years in the making, Disney appears to be phasing out MagicBands in favor of the company’s phone-centric MagicMobile system. The change hasn’t gone unnoticed, and for many longtime guests, it signals the end of a tangible era of convenience in exchange for one more digital screen added onto your Disney Day.
A recent report confirmed that Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Ben Cohen was involved in placing a message about the Hiroshima atomic bombing inside the “It’s a Small World” attraction at Disneyland in Anaheim, California. The message took the form of a handmade doll holding a small sign that read “Remember Hiroshima.”
Disneyland Resort’s Avengers Campus expansion has officially taken its first step forward with construction of the addition of the first steel column at Disney California Adventure. This marks a significant development in the park’s expansion project, which was first announced nearly three years ago. The column’s placement is a key milestone for the upcoming attractions and changes planned for the area, signaling the beginning of the physical construction phase.
When news broke that Disney would plant its next castle in Abu Dhabi, many assumed the decision was simply about money and oil wealth. After all, the United Arab Emirates has made a name for itself by luring global brands with deep pockets and glittering infrastructure.
Walt Disney World removed native dining-reservation search from the My Disney Experience app today. Tapping “Check/Reserve Dining” now opens a web browser—mirroring how Park Pass once worked. BlogMickey first spotted the change, noting that other app functions (like...
Tropical Storm Erin, the fifth named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, is gaining strength as it moves westward across the eastern Atlantic. As of August 13th, Erin was located east of the Leeward Islands and moving westward towards the Florida coast,...
In a move that has left fans and industry watchers scratching their heads, Disney has unveiled the full panel schedule for its 2025 Destination D23 event—and there’s a glaring omission: no dedicated presentation on theme park developments.
Miral CEO Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi has confirmed that the upcoming Disney theme park in Abu Dhabi will not follow the traditional outdoor model used in most existing Disney destinations and will be a primarily indoor theme park.
H.E.R.B.I.E., the lovable robot from The Fantastic Four: First Steps will meet guests for a limited time at Disneyland.
Christopher Merritt, a veteran designer and former Walt Disney Imagineer, has been appointed Creative Director at Universal Creative.
The other day, I was watching a wonderful interview with Bob Gurr. For those of you who don’t know him, he’s one of the Disney Legends whose chief role in the making of the parks was transport and ride vehicles—he invented the PeopleMover, the OmniMover/DoomBuggies, and a host of other Disney Imagineering innovations.
Walt Disney World has announced that The Beak and Barrel, a Pirates of the Caribbean-themed tavern is set to open in Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland on August 29, 2025.
This isn’t just another themed eatery—it’s a dedicated pub emphasizing cocktails, beers, and wines, marking a significant escalation in the park’s long-evolving relationship with alcohol. Once envisioned by Walt Disney as a wholesome, booze-free haven for families, Disneyland and the subsequent Magic Kingdom park constructed after Walt passed away maintained a strict no-alcohol policy.