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



Reservations Open Today for Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera; New Details Revealed

Today is the 180-day mark of the grand opening of Disney’s Riviera Resort and with that comes the ability to make Advance Dining Reservations for Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera. Topolino’s is the Resort’s rooftop restaurant that will serve breakfast with character on their indoor rooftop terrace. Breakfast will consist of a prix fixe … Reservations Open Today for Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera; New Details Revealed



Nearby Hotels to Offer Select Walt Disney World Resort Benefits in 2020

Guests who book a stay at select hotels in both 2019 and 2020 with valid Walt Disney World theme park admission will have access to the Extra Magic Hours benefit, as well as the opportunity to reserve select FastPass+ experiences up to 60 days in advance of their stay. Each day, one of the four Walt Disney World … Nearby Hotels to Offer Select Walt Disney World Resort Benefits in 2020



Updates to 2020 Walt Disney World Vacation Packages

Today is the first day that folks are able to book their 2020 Walt Disney World Vacation Packages and below is a summary of the most significant changes. MAGICAL EXTRAS Magical Extras are part of the 2020 Walt Disney World Vacation Packages and offer a variety of discounts and offerings on dining, entertainment, shopping, and more. ADDITIONS Coca-Cola … Updates to 2020 Walt Disney World Vacation Packages



Walt Disney World Annual Pass Prices Increase Substantially Overnight

Walt Disney World announced just yesterday that select Annual Passholders will receive early access to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge when it opens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on August 29, 2019. Before folks had a chance to upgrade their passes, a substantial price increase was rolled out overnight. Take a look below for details on the … Walt Disney World Annual Pass Prices Increase Substantially Overnight



Walt Disney World Brings Back Popular Bring-a-Friend Ticket Offer for Annual Passholders

Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can treat their friends and family to the magic of the theme parks this summer with this special ticket offer. Beginning tomorrow, June 18, and going through August 8, 2019, Gold, Platinum, Platinum Plus, and Premier Passholders can take advantage of the familiar Bring-a-Friend offer that invites Passholders to purchase a 1-Day Park … Walt Disney World Brings Back Popular Bring-a-Friend Ticket Offer for Annual Passholders



Special Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Previews Coming for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders

Walt Disney World has announced that Platinum, Platinum Plus, and Premier Walt Disney World Annual Passholders will be some of the first folks to experience Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Special preview opportunities are being planned and will be held before the land’s official opening on August 29, 2019. Capacity will be limited and registration will be … Special Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Previews Coming for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders



Pixar Easter Eggs Hidden in Google Street View of Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World

Since the release of Toy Story, Pixar’s very first film, the animation studio has become famous for including a series of consistent Easter Eggs in each one of their films and shorts. From relevant inside jokes, to hidden references to other films, Pixar has turned the practice into an art form, keeping the world on their … Pixar Easter Eggs Hidden in Google Street View of Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World



The Walt Disney Company Launches Global Lion Recovery Fund with Nala and Simba Plush

In celebration of Disney’s upcoming live-action adaptation of The Lion King, The Walt Disney Company is launching a global campaign to raise awareness of the crisis facing lions. The campaign is going to support the Lion Recovery Fund and their partners which will help advance conservation across Africa. Special Edition Simba (above, right) and Nala (above, left) plush are available … The Walt Disney Company Launches Global Lion Recovery Fund with Nala and Simba Plush



‘Toy Story 4’ Themed Treats Available at Disney Springs Ahead of Film Debut Friday

In celebration of Disney Pixar’s Toy Story 4 opening in theatres on June 21, Amorette’s Patisserie and The Ganachery at Disney Springs debuted new themed treats today. There is a new petit cake and marshmallow pop available at Amorette’s Patisserie that feature Forky and green alien-themed chocolate piñatas at The Ganchery. All items will be … ‘Toy Story 4’ Themed Treats Available at Disney Springs Ahead of Film Debut Friday



Disneyland Turns Main Street Cinema Into Another Store; Fans Aren’t Happy

June 20, 2019 UPDATE: All merchandise has been removed from the Main Street Cinema and benches have been added. Main Street Cinema at @Disneyland removes merchandise and adds bench seats. pic.twitter.com/DAnNSQVnne — Brady MacDonald (@bmacdonald) June 20, 2019 Source: @Scott Gustin UPDATE: Disneyland officials responded to to the change with the following statement: “We continue … Disneyland Turns Main Street Cinema Into Another Store; Fans Aren’t Happy