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



Disney’s Animal Kingdom Welcomes Colorful Baby Mandrill

A baby mandrill, seen above with mother Scarlett, was born July 25, 2020, at Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World. Mandrills are the largest species of monkeys in the world and they can be found in African rainforests where their habitat is disappearing because of deforestation and poaching. Dr. Mark Penning shared that the Disney’s Animal Kingdom Welcomes Colorful Baby Mandrill

Huge Savings on Disney Cruise Line Last-Minute Guaranteed Staterooms

Disney Cruise Line offers big savings with their Restricted Guarantee fares. When available, these discounted fares can save you a lot of money if you are flexible about the location of your stateroom and have the ability to book a last-minute cruise, which typically means about 21-75 days prior to departure. It’s important to note Huge Savings on Disney Cruise Line Last-Minute Guaranteed Staterooms

Disney and Pixar Announce ‘Luca’ – New Film Set to Splash Into Theaters in Summer 2021

Disney and Pixar’s next movie – Luca – is directed by Enrico Casarosa and produced by Andrea Warren and will introduce a boy named Luca as he experiences an unforgettable summer in a seaside town on the Italian Riviera. Casarosa shared details on the inspiration of the story saying, This is a deeply personal story Disney and Pixar Announce ‘Luca’ – New Film Set to Splash Into Theaters in Summer 2021

Walt Disney World Swan Hotel Officially Reopens; FL Residents & Passholders Can Save Up to 30%

The Walt Disney World Swan Resort reopened to guests Wednesday, giving those looking for a getaway with another hotel option in the heart of Walt Disney World Resort. Walt Disney World Swan guests can enjoy the resort’s signature dining options, with physical distancing, including sushi at Kimonos and the tastes of Italy at the award-winning Il Mulino Walt Disney World Swan Hotel Officially Reopens; FL Residents & Passholders Can Save Up to 30%

Tropical Storm Isaias, Its Forecasted Path, and Effects on Central Florida

UPDATE 8/3/20 | 8am: Effects of Tropical Storm Isaias are no longer expected in Central Florida and the threat of heavy rains and flooding has shifted to the North Carolina and South Carolina coastlines. UPDATE 8/2/20 | 8am: Isaias is continuing to bring tropical storm conditions to The Bahamas. The storm is traveling northward along Tropical Storm Isaias, Its Forecasted Path, and Effects on Central Florida

Making Lemonade from Lemons: Face Masks, Your Beautiful Smile, & Your Disney Vacation Photos

Did you know most people can tell that you’ve got a smile on your face just by seeing your eyes? It’s true. Smiley eyes are a thing and with face masks being required at so many public locations, making sure to wear your smile is still important, too – especially in photos. I’ve seen so Making Lemonade from Lemons: Face Masks, Your Beautiful Smile, & Your Disney Vacation Photos

Walt Disney World Announces Adjusted Opening Dates for Select Resort Hotels

As the Walt Disney World Resort continues their phased approach to reopening, they have decided to adjust the reopening dates for Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort due to the current environment. With this in mind, the planned reopening dates for additional Disney Resort hotels will be as follows.  July 29: Disney’s Walt Disney World Announces Adjusted Opening Dates for Select Resort Hotels

Ludia and Disney Announce Disney Wonderful Worlds – a Magical New Disney Parks Puzzle Game

Mobile game developer and publisher Ludia Inc. and Disney have announced the development of a new mobile game, Disney Wonderful Worlds, which is now available for pre-registration. This Match-3 decoration builder game is set to launch globally on the App Store and Google Play early next year. The new game will give players the opportunity Ludia and Disney Announce Disney Wonderful Worlds – a Magical New Disney Parks Puzzle Game

Non-Perishable Food to Bring on Your Disney Vacation That Travels Well in Your Suitcase

If you’re planning a visit to the Walt Disney World Resort during hurricane season,  it is very important to note that you should not rely solely on Disney to take care of you and your family throughout the storm with regards to food and water. Guests who come to Walt Disney World prepared with some of Non-Perishable Food to Bring on Your Disney Vacation That Travels Well in Your Suitcase