AUTHOR: Jackie Gailey

Senior Editor for The DIS and DCL Fan | Disney Vacation Club Member | Thrilled to have been a '13/'14 planDisney Panelist | Lover of all things Disney; the Magic of Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and especially Disney Cruise Line | ºoº



NEW Disney Halloween Treats Include Villains, Mickey Pumpkins & More

Disney has already given us plenty of Halloween merchandise to tempt us this year, but apparently our closets weren’t enough. Now they’re coming for the snack cabinets, too. A new assortment of Disney Halloween candy, cocoa, popcorn, pretzels, and other treats is headed to Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort, and some of these are … NEW Disney Halloween Treats Include Villains, Mickey Pumpkins & More



Hurly-Burly Is Nearly Ready to Open at Disney’s BoardWalk

We’re less than two weeks away from the debut of Hurly-Burly at Disney’s BoardWalk, and the newest addition to the area is looking nearly ready for opening night. We stopped by the BoardWalk this morning for a look at the progress, and with its colorful exterior, marquee, awnings, and finishing details now in place, this … Hurly-Burly Is Nearly Ready to Open at Disney’s BoardWalk



Disney Designs NEW Boat Ride System for Wheelchairs and ECVs

Disney Imagineering is working on a new way for guests using wheelchairs and electric scooters to board boat attractions without transferring out of their mobility devices. A newly published patent application reveals a ride vehicle that tilts during loading while an internal platform keeps the guest and their mobility device level. The application was filed … Disney Designs NEW Boat Ride System for Wheelchairs and ECVs



Throw a ‘Toy Story 5’ Pizza Party With the NEW Pizza Planet Cookbook

Toy Story 5 arrives on Disney+ on September 23, and I think I’ve figured out exactly what should be on the menu for movie night. A copy of The Pizza Planet Cookbook: Official Recipes from Your Favorite Food and Fun Spaceport recently landed on my doorstep, and after flipping through it, my first thought was … Throw a ‘Toy Story 5’ Pizza Party With the NEW Pizza Planet Cookbook



Turf Club Bar & Grill Reopens Sept. 30 at Disney World

We’ve got a reopening date for one of the quieter table-service restaurants at Walt Disney World. The Turf Club Bar & Grill at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa is now taking reservations beginning Wednesday, September 30, 2026, following its short refurbishment. The restaurant closed in late August as the second phase of a larger … Turf Club Bar & Grill Reopens Sept. 30 at Disney World





Halloween Disney Ear Headbands Take Over World of Disney

If your Walt Disney World Halloween outfit is still missing something, Disney Springs may have the answer. The official Disney Springs Instagram account just shared a look at the Halloween ear headbands currently available at World of Disney, and there are plenty of options for anyone who prefers the spooky side of Disney. We’re seeing … Halloween Disney Ear Headbands Take Over World of Disney



NEW Music Coming to Alien Swirling Saucers With ‘Toy Story 5’ Lilypad

There’s a new DJ moving into Andy’s backyard, and she’s bringing a whole new soundtrack with her. Beginning Friday, September 25, 2026, Alien Swirling Saucers at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will introduce Lilypad’s Jams, featuring new music and entertainment inspired by Lilypad from Pixar’s Toy Story 5. Lilypad is the frog-shaped smart tablet introduced in the … NEW Music Coming to Alien Swirling Saucers With ‘Toy Story 5’ Lilypad



Dinner With Santa Returns to Disney’s BoardWalk for 2026

If meeting Santa Claus somewhere surrounded by frosted Christmas trees, pink ornaments, Champagne, and an enormous amount of sparkle sounds like your kind of holiday evening, Dinner with Santa Claus is returning to The Cake Bake Shop at Disney’s BoardWalk this year. Reservations are open now for the limited holiday experience, with just four dates … Dinner With Santa Returns to Disney’s BoardWalk for 2026



NEW Nat Geo Private Jet Itinerary Debuts With $5,000 Savings

National Geographic Expeditions has revealed its lineup of Private Jet departures for early 2028, and there’s a brand-new itinerary joining the collection. Even better, travelers who book select departures early can save $5,000 per person, with additional savings available for returning National Geographic Expeditions Private Jet travelers. The newest addition is Tasting the World by … NEW Nat Geo Private Jet Itinerary Debuts With $5,000 Savings