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



Disneyland Reveals New Cast Member Costumes for Mickey’s ToonTown

In anticipation of Mickey’s ToonTown reopening on March 19, 2023 at Disneyland, photos of the brand new cast member costumes (err, cosTOONS) have been revealed! As fans of Mickey’s ToonTown might expect, the costumes are bright and colorful and feature colors you might see Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Goofy, Donald, and Daisy wearing. In addition to … Disneyland Reveals New Cast Member Costumes for Mickey’s ToonTown





Annual Passholder Preview Registration Opens for TRON Attraction SOON

Walt Disney World is in the process of sending emails out to its Annual Passholders inviting them to register for a preview ride on the TRON Lightcycle/Run attraction in Magic Kingdom. Registration will open on Thursday, February 16th and Passholders will need to use the link in the email they receive. The TRON Lightcycle/Run attraction … Annual Passholder Preview Registration Opens for TRON Attraction SOON



FL Senate Passes Bill to Overhaul Reedy Creek Improvement District

Yesterday, the Florida House of Representatives passed the bill to restructure the Reedy Creek Improvement District and give the governor the ability to appoint all five board members. Today, the Florida Senate voted in favor of the bill which will now go to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to be signed.



Sneak Peek at New Cinderella Horse-Drawn Carriage Coming to Disneyland

In Friday morning’s live stream, Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings unveiled an artist rendering of the brand new horse-drawn carriage coming to Disneyland Resort in the Fall. The new coach is surrounded by details that were inspired by the classic Disney love story, Cinderella. Handcrafted platinum and gold elements include a pumpkin canopy and an interior … Sneak Peek at New Cinderella Horse-Drawn Carriage Coming to Disneyland



ABC’s ‘American Idol’ Returns to Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawai’i

Disney has shared that ABC’s American Idol is returning to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa for the new season! After earning the chance to become the next American Idol, contestants get to travel to Hawai’i, where they’ll have the opportunity to sharpen their vocal skills along with the help of celebrity mentors. Of course, … ABC’s ‘American Idol’ Returns to Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawai’i



FL House Passes Bill to Restructure Reedy Creek Improvement District

The bill that will get rid of the current power structure at Walt Disney World’s Reedy Creek Improvement District as it stands now passed the Florida Senate on Thursday. The district’s board has five members currently and with the passing of this bill, new board members will be selected by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis once … FL House Passes Bill to Restructure Reedy Creek Improvement District



Characters from New Disney Channel Show Coming to California Adventure

Beginning on February 15th in Hollywood Land at Disney California Adventure park, guests will be able to “encounter and interact” with Moon Girl from the upcoming Disney series Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur for a limited time. The newest series will debut on Friday, February 10th on Disney Channel and February 15th on Disney+. The series follows the adventures … Characters from New Disney Channel Show Coming to California Adventure



Pre-Order Disney Illusion Island, Exclusive to Nintendo Switch, Now!

Disney has announced the release date for its newest game, Disney Illusion Island. The game will be available exclusively on Nintendo Switch. Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy’s personalities shine through with their actions like gliding through the air. Use Goofy’s Giant Mustard Bottle, Minnie’s Rainbow Umbrella, Mickey’s Cyclecopter, or Donald’s Two Feathers to Glide and … Pre-Order Disney Illusion Island, Exclusive to Nintendo Switch, Now!



Disney CEO Bob Iger Sits Down with CNBC to Discuss His Return

Disney CEO Robert Iger appeared for an interview on CNBC’s Squawk on the Street Thursday morning after making several big announcements during the first quarter earnings call of 2023, one being the company’s plans to cut operating costs by laying off 7,000 people. When Iger was asked about his return to Disney, he responded by … Disney CEO Bob Iger Sits Down with CNBC to Discuss His Return