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



Minnie, Daisy, & Clarabelle to Dress as Sanderson Sisters in Boo-to-You Parade

Disney has just announced that Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck, and Clarabelle Cow will be joining in on the spooky fun during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World this year! The trio of ladies will be dressed up as the Sanderson Sisters from Hocus Pocus in Mickey’s Boo-to-You Parade during the party, and they’re … Minnie, Daisy, & Clarabelle to Dress as Sanderson Sisters in Boo-to-You Parade



Disney Shares New Concept Art & Details for San Fransokyo Square

San Fransokyo Square, the dynamic mash-up city from Big Hero 6, is opening to guests inside Disney California Adventure Park later this year. Disney has shared that beginning in mid-July, Lucky Fortune Cookery and the Port of San Fransokyo Cervecería will officially open. In the following weeks, more dining locations, unique shops, and more are … Disney Shares New Concept Art & Details for San Fransokyo Square



Tourism Oversight Board Announces New ‘Whistleblower’ Policy

The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District conducted its Board of Supervisors meeting on Wednesday and announced a new “whistleblower” policy. Board Chairman Martin Garcia explained that the intention of this new policy is to encourage transparency and openness as, apparently, some employees didn’t feel that their concerns were necessarily heard under the prior Disney-aligned leadership. … Tourism Oversight Board Announces New ‘Whistleblower’ Policy







Disney Begins Testing Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana

Walt Disney Imagineering shared Tuesday that they’ve started testing the water features on the upcoming Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana attraction. This walk-through experience is set to open in the World Nature pavilion at EPCOT in Walt Disney World this fall. …Imagineers have begun to teach water how to play in Journey of Water, … Disney Begins Testing Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana



Details for Virtual Queue & More for ‘Rogers: The Musical’

Earlier today, we learned about specially-themed food and beverage coming to Disney California Adventure in honor of the debut of Rogers: The Musical. This afternoon, Disney shared more detailed information on the show and how guests should plan to see it upon its debut. Rogers: The Musical performances are set to occur several times daily, … Details for Virtual Queue & More for ‘Rogers: The Musical’



‘Rogers: The Musical’ Themed Food Coming to Disney California Adventure

Prior to Rogers: The Musical making its debut on June 30, 2023, in the Hyperion Theater at Disney California Adventure Park, Disney has given us a first look at some new themed drinks and treats that will be available soon. Take a look below for all the details! Red, White & Blue Shake: Vanilla shake … ‘Rogers: The Musical’ Themed Food Coming to Disney California Adventure



New Works of African Artists, Including Tiana’s Foods Water Tower, Coming Soon to Disney World

Today is Juneteenth, a new federal holiday, and with that, Walt Disney World has shared a list of ways that guests visiting can “add a little soul” to their summer vacations. The just-released list includes ways guests can vibe to R&B favorites, dine on soul food, interact with the new live-action Ariel from The Little … New Works of African Artists, Including Tiana’s Foods Water Tower, Coming Soon to Disney World



Two Hard-Ticket Holiday Events at Disney World – Competition or No?

With last week’s announcement of Disney Jollywood Nights, I thought it might be interesting to hear what our readers think about this new hard-ticketed event potentially creating some competition with Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. I’ll share my thoughts here, and I’d love it if you’d share yours in the comments! Tickets are on sale … Two Hard-Ticket Holiday Events at Disney World – Competition or No?