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



Walt Disney World Vacation Package & Room-Only Discounts Announced for Fall & Christmas Seasons

Discounts have just been released for new dates in the fall and Christmas seasons at Walt Disney World! Folks can take advantage of a specially priced room and ticket package – for less than $2,073, a family of 4 can enjoy a package that includes a 3-night stay in a standard room at a Disney’s All-Star … Walt Disney World Vacation Package & Room-Only Discounts Announced for Fall & Christmas Seasons



Disney Skyliner Officially Begins Transporting Guests on September 29

Walt Disney World has just announced that their newest mode of transportation, the Disney Skyliner, will officially begin transporting guests in the gondolas on September 29, 2019. This new state-of-the-art transportation system will offer views from new vantage points in the sky that guests haven’t seen before. Disney Skyliner will seamlessly connect Disney’s Hollywood Studios … Disney Skyliner Officially Begins Transporting Guests on September 29



New Renderings and Details Released for Disney’s Riviera Resort Opening in December

The Walt Disney World Resort has just released several new pieces of concept art as well as new details on Disney’s Riviera Resort that is set to open in December. As we’ve learned previously, the Resort will be filled with the history and charm of the European Riviera where Walt and Lillian Disney vacationed back in the day. … New Renderings and Details Released for Disney’s Riviera Resort Opening in December



Blizzard Beach Water Park to Have Longer than Usual Refurbishment this Season

Each of Disney’s water parks is refurbished annually and typically between January and March. The schedule is staggered so guests are typically able to enjoy at least one water park experience year-round. This year, additional refurbishment work and enhancements to Disney’s Blizzard Beach water park will result in a longer annual downtime than in previous years. Blizzard Beach will close … Blizzard Beach Water Park to Have Longer than Usual Refurbishment this Season



Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Opening Dates Announced for Both Disney World & Disneyland

Disney has announced that Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is set to open on Thursday, December 5, 2019 at Walt Disney World and on Friday, January 17, 2020 at Disneyland. Once work is completed at Walt Disney World, Imagineers will head back to California to complete their mission at Disneyland Resort. Walt Disney’s birthday is on December 5 making it … Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Opening Dates Announced for Both Disney World & Disneyland



Gourmet Cotton Candy and Alcoholic Frozen Glaciers Available at Goofy’s Candy Co. at Disney Springs

Some folks might remember trying a made-to-order gourmet cotton candy offering inside the Christmas Tree Trail at Disney Springs last year. Disney has just announced that this popular snack will now be available all year long at Goofy’s Candy Co. in the Marketplace at Disney Springs. Guests will not only find holiday flavors such as Candy Cane, Eggnog, … Gourmet Cotton Candy and Alcoholic Frozen Glaciers Available at Goofy’s Candy Co. at Disney Springs



Disney Cruise Line Named “World’s Best” by ‘Travel + Leisure’ Readers

Disney Cruise Line was just awarded top honors in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards. The publication’s readers have chosen Disney Cruise Line as the Best Ocean Cruise Line among those carrying 2,200 passengers or more. “This award is an honor for our team,” said Disney Cruise Line President Jeff Vahle. “It certainly is … Disney Cruise Line Named “World’s Best” by ‘Travel + Leisure’ Readers



House of Blues at Disney Springs to Launch Weekend Bayou Brunch Beginning August 3

The House of Blues Orlando located on the West Side of Disney Springs is getting ready to launch a new Bayou Brunch offering every Saturday and Sunday in their Restaurant and Bar. Beginning Saturday, August 3 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Bayou Brunch will feature scratch-made Southern favorites such as Chicken and Waffles, … House of Blues at Disney Springs to Launch Weekend Bayou Brunch Beginning August 3



Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Has New Fab Five Topiary Art

Some fun, new topiaries have been added to the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort celebrating Mickey and his pals. The style of artwork in these designs was inspired by the series A Mickey Mouse Cartoon and the characters’ poses reflect their personalities. The displays were built in pieces making them appear differently depending on the … Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Has New Fab Five Topiary Art



Disney Cruise Line Announces New Sailings on the Disney Magic between Nov. 12 – Dec. 30, 2020

Disney Cruise Line has recently opened several sail dates on the Disney Magic between November 12, 2020 – December 30, 2020. These Bahamian and Caribbean cruises depart from Miami, Florida. All of the new Disney Magic sailings, except those beginning on December 26, 2020 and December 30, 2020 are Very Merrytime Cruises. If you book … Disney Cruise Line Announces New Sailings on the Disney Magic between Nov. 12 – Dec. 30, 2020