AUTHOR: Hannah Anderson

Hannah Anderson is a Dreams Unlimited Travel Agent, DIS Contributor, former Disney Cast Member, and Orlando local. Mostly importantly, she is a mom and loves spending time in the Disney Parks each week with her family.



Is Tusker House the BEST Character Restaurant at Disney World?

Tusker House Restaurant is a character buffet located in the Africa section of Disney’s Animal Kingdom and is known for its wide variety of flavorful dishes and the opportunity to see Mickey and friends in their safari gear. Tusker House is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and is considered one Table Service credit on Is Tusker House the BEST Character Restaurant at Disney World?

Celebrate Life Day at Jollywood Nights Plus Other NEW Character Meet and Greets

For the first time in a Disney Park, guests will be able to celebrate Life Day alongside Chewbacca! Walt Disney World announced Chewbacca will be donning his signature Life Day red robe and blue orb while greeting guests during Jollywood Nights! Disney has teased the introduction of Life Day in the parks with seasonal merchandise Celebrate Life Day at Jollywood Nights Plus Other NEW Character Meet and Greets

Soarin’ Across America Coming to Disney World and Disneyland

Soarin’ at both EPCOT and Disney California Adventure will transform into Soarin’ Across America in summer 2026. In celebration of America turning 250 years old, guests will experience an all-new Soarin’ taking guests “from sea to shining sea” across America. Almost as exciting as the announcement itself, Patrick Warburton reprised his role as Soarin’s “Chief Soarin’ Across America Coming to Disney World and Disneyland

Candy-Coated, Dipped Mickey Ice Cream Bars NOW Available at Disney World

All-new hand-dipped Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bars are now available at select Quick-Service locations around Walt Disney World! This iconic Disney treat is getting a makeover by being hand-dipped in chocolate and garnished with candy. There are 7 different versions of the new, hand-dipped Mickey Bars available at 13 different locations. Make your Mickey-shaped treat Candy-Coated, Dipped Mickey Ice Cream Bars NOW Available at Disney World

NEW Animatronics Coming to Zootopia: Better Zoogether AND Frozen Ever After

Disney Parks Blog shared big updates on new Audio-Animatronics coming to Walt Disney World later this year and in early 2026! This includes a first look at the Clawhauser animatronic coming to Zootopia: Better Zoogether! at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and updated Animatronics coming to Frozen Ever After at EPCOT. Zootopia: Better Zoogether! – Opening November NEW Animatronics Coming to Zootopia: Better Zoogether AND Frozen Ever After

NEW Holiday Merch Brings Cozy Vibes to the Disney Store

The new holiday merchandise continues to arrive at the Disney Store including this collection of cozy sweatshirts and home decor. The “Disney Holiday Haven” collection brings subtle Disney touches to your home for the holidays. This is just one of many collections released for the 2025 Holiday Season. Other holiday items include – matching Mickey NEW Holiday Merch Brings Cozy Vibes to the Disney Store

Things Are Getting Saucy at Disney World with 13 NEW Chicken Strips

It’s time to get lost in the sauce with 13 all-new *sauced* chicken strips coming to Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts on Wednesday, October 8th! The iconic Disney chicken tenders are a theme park staple but this is the first time we’ve seen SO many different varieties. The best part of all, each version Things Are Getting Saucy at Disney World with 13 NEW Chicken Strips

Trip Protection Price Increases for Disney World Vacations

Walt Disney World’s travel protection has officially increased from $95 to $99 per adult (18 and older), effective October 1, 2025. No additional payment is due if you have already booked and paid for Disney World’s trip insurance. Like before, children ages 17 and younger are covered under the trip insurance policy. Trip insurance can Trip Protection Price Increases for Disney World Vacations