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



Full Menus Revealed for Barcelona and Dahlia Lounges inside Gran Destino Tower

The Gran Destino Tower is now open at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort and along with that, there are two brand new lounges for guests to enjoy. The Barcelona Lounge is located on the first floor of the gorgeous 2-story lobby and serves “A Taste of Barcelona” along with Spanish charcuterie and marinated olives. There is … Full Menus Revealed for Barcelona and Dahlia Lounges inside Gran Destino Tower



Florida Dept. of Health Issues Rabies Alert for Epcot Center Drive Area

The Florida Department of Health in Orange County has issued a rabies alert for a two-mile span around the crossing of Interstate 4 and Epcot Center Drive due to a cat that tested positive for the condition. The alert is effective for 60-days as other animals in the vicinity may have been infected. The Department … Florida Dept. of Health Issues Rabies Alert for Epcot Center Drive Area



PHOTOS: Take a Peek at Some Spanish Food Options at Toledo Tapas, Steak & Seafood

We are being treated to a media preview today of the Gran Destino Tower that is set to open its doors at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort tomorrow, July 9, 2019. During the preview, we were invited into Toledo Tapas, Steak & Seafood, the rooftop restaurant that will offer stunning views of the nightly fireworks displays Epcot and … PHOTOS: Take a Peek at Some Spanish Food Options at Toledo Tapas, Steak & Seafood



Disney Shares First Look Inside Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs Resort

The Walt Disney World Resort has shared photos of the gorgeous interior of the brand new Gran Destino Tower at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort including the magnificent two-story grand lobby, the beautifully appointed guest rooms, as well as the restaurants and lounges. Take a look at the photos of the spaces below along with a … Disney Shares First Look Inside Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs Resort



Walt Disney Studios Shares First Full-LengthTrailer of ‘Maleficent: Mistress of Evil’

The Walt Disney Studios has shared a new movie trailer on the upcoming Maleficent: Mistress of Evil. Maleficent: Mistress of Evil is a fantasy adventure that picks up several years after Maleficent, in which audiences learned of the events that hardened the heart of Disney’s most notorious villain and drove her to curse a baby … Walt Disney Studios Shares First Full-LengthTrailer of ‘Maleficent: Mistress of Evil’



Walt Disney Studios Releases First Teaser Trailer for Live Action ‘Mulan’

The Walt Disney Studios has just released the first teaser trailer for their live-action remake of Mulan The film is set to hit theatres March 27, 2020. When the Emperor of China issues a decree that one man per family must serve in the Imperial Army to defend the country from Northern invaders, Hua Mulan, … Walt Disney Studios Releases First Teaser Trailer for Live Action ‘Mulan’



Well-Known Disney Channel Star Cameron Boyce Dies at the Age of 20

Actor Cameron Boyce (pictured above; far right), known for his roles in Disney’s franchise Descendants and the Disney Channel show Jessie has died. He was only 20 years old. Boyce’s family confirmed his passing to ABC News late Saturday night and stated that it was due to “an ongoing medical condition.” A family spokesperson said … Well-Known Disney Channel Star Cameron Boyce Dies at the Age of 20



Disney’s Freeform Issues Statement to ‘Poor Unfortunate Souls’ Regarding Halle Bailey

Disney announced on Thursday that they’d chosen Halle Bailey to portray Ariel in their upcoming live-action remake of The Little Mermaid. Since the announcement, there has been a huge outcry online with upset folks claiming that an African American actress was not a good choice. The backlash was so intense that the hashtag #NotMyAriel was … Disney’s Freeform Issues Statement to ‘Poor Unfortunate Souls’ Regarding Halle Bailey



Takumi-Tei, New Signature Restaurant in Japan Pavilion at Epcot, Soft Opens Today at 4pm

Takumi-Tei, the newest restaurant at Epcot is now officially open. Takumi-Tei offers a signature dining experience in the Japan pavilion in World Showcase. While we don’t have the full menu available just yet, keep a close eye out as we’ll have it posted as soon as we’ve got it. Take a gander at the full … Takumi-Tei, New Signature Restaurant in Japan Pavilion at Epcot, Soft Opens Today at 4pm



runDisney Shares First Look at Limited-Edition MagicBands for Select 2020 Races

Brand new limited-edition MagicBands have been created especially for the 2020 runDisney Marathons taking place at the Walt Disney World Resort and are available for pre-purchase online. Each MagicBand graphic was designed around the race’s theme and coordinates with other merchandise that will be for sale at the events. runDisney has shared the first look at the … runDisney Shares First Look at Limited-Edition MagicBands for Select 2020 Races