AUTHOR: Chloé Ferreira

Theme Park Correspondent for The DIS | Chloé loves kitschy dark rides, roller coasters, a good background area music loop, hot Butterbeer, and all things Halloween. You’ll mostly find her wandering around Orlando’s biggest theme parks snapping pics and sharing tips… or probably talking about The Great Movie Ride.



Dinosaur Gertie Mugs are BACK at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Hooray for Hollywood! And another HOORAY for niche, park-specific merchandise! I first heard about our beloved Echo Lake icon, Dinosaur Gertie, appearing on a mug and tumbler back in late November. Sadly, these only lasted a few days before selling out. I’m a big nerd for original Disney-MGM Studios iconography AND the history of Dinosaur … Dinosaur Gertie Mugs are BACK at Disney’s Hollywood Studios



Luke Skywalker Teased for Season of the Force at Disneyland

“I am a [character encounter] like my father before me.” Disney teased a very special Star Wars character appearance via the @disneypark‘s Instagram on Friday morning. A dark-hooded Luke Skywalker approaches the Millennium Falcon in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, just before R2-D2 rolls up beside him. Luke’s darker wardrobe matches those featured in Star Wars: … Luke Skywalker Teased for Season of the Force at Disneyland



Volcom Store at Disney Springs to Permanently Close

Over 100 Billabong, Quiksilver, Roxy, and Volcom stores, including a Disney Springs location, are shutting down after their operator filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Liberated Brands noted a volatile global economy, major shifts in consumer spending changes amid a rising cost of living, and inflationary pressures were key factors in its financial struggles. The … Volcom Store at Disney Springs to Permanently Close



New Disney LA STRONG Shirts Support California Fire Relief

Disney has released two new t-shirts to support the California fire relief and rebuilding effort. The shirts are available on DisneyStore.com for $30 each. Disney will donate $25 from each Disney LA Strong t-shirt sold in the United States through December 31st, 2025 to the American Red Cross to help people effected by the wildfires … New Disney LA STRONG Shirts Support California Fire Relief







Disney is Still “Learning to Use” Lightning Lane Premier

During Disney’s first quarter 2025 earnings call this morning, CFO Hugh Johnston provided some insight into the early performance of Lightning Lane Premier, Disney’s top-of-the-line paid ride reservation system. Johnston described Lightning Lane Premier as a premium product, emphasizing that Disney is taking a slow approach to its rollout, stating: “We are launching that product but remember, it is a premium product. It is a … Disney is Still “Learning to Use” Lightning Lane Premier



NEW Details Announced for Hong Kong Disneyland’s 20th Anniversary Celebration

An extra special lineup is in store for Hong Kong Disneyland, as the resort celebrates its 20th anniversary this summer! “The Most Magical Party of All” will be a year-long celebration filled with sparkling-new entertainment offerings, including a parade, castle stage show, and an anniversary edition of their popular nighttime spectacular. From the park to … NEW Details Announced for Hong Kong Disneyland’s 20th Anniversary Celebration



The Walt Disney Company Reports First Quarter Earnings for 2025

The Walt Disney Company reported its first quarter earnings for fiscal 2025, which ended December 28th, 2024. The webcast was lead by CEO Bob Iger and CFO Hugh Johnston on Wednesday morning. The last 3 months of Disney’s sales were boosted by box office successes Inside Out 2, Deadpool & Wolverine, and Moana 2; while Disney+ … The Walt Disney Company Reports First Quarter Earnings for 2025