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

Photos from Star Wars Celebration Show More Merchandise Coming to Galaxy’s Edge

By Jackie Gailey | Published April 13, 2019

Yesterday, we shared some of the merchandise guests can expect to see at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge when the lands open later this year at both Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World. Before the ‘Bringing Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to Life at Disney Parks‘ panel live stream begins, take a look at some … Photos from Star Wars Celebration Show More Merchandise Coming to Galaxy’s Edge

First Look at Packaging for ‘Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker’ Merchandise

By Jackie Gailey | Published April 12, 2019

Those heading to Triple Force Friday on October 4, 2019, will have their first chance to pick up toys and other merchandise for Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker this fall. The packaging for the merchandise line was revealed today at Star War Celebration with a piece of box art. On the … First Look at Packaging for ‘Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker’ Merchandise

First Look at ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Themed Lounge Coming to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort

By Jackie Gailey | Published April 12, 2019

Disney is inviting guests to tie their napkins ’round their necks as they’ve officially announced that an enchanted Beauty and the Beast-inspired lounge will be coming to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. In the former location of Mizner’s Lounge and Commander Porter’s, “this re-imagined lounge will feature four unique spaces inspired by Belle and … First Look at ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Themed Lounge Coming to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort

Disney Parks Shares Video of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Booth at Star Wars Celebration

By Jackie Gailey | Published April 12, 2019

Disney has just shared an exclusive look at the interactive Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge booth that just opened at the Star Wars Celebration going on in Chicago. The Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge booth at Star Wars Celebration has one-of-a-kind photo opportunities, new sample merchandise coming to the new lands and more. Special “Share Your Star Wars Story” booths are set up where visitors can record their … Disney Parks Shares Video of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Booth at Star Wars Celebration

First Look at Ride Vehicle for Rise of the Resistance Attraction Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

By Jackie Gailey | Published April 12, 2019

Folks who are lucky enough to be attending the Star Wars Celebration going on in Chicago have gotten to take a close-up look at the ride vehicles for the upcoming Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance attraction. This attraction will be part of the new Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge lands coming to both the Walt Disney World … First Look at Ride Vehicle for Rise of the Resistance Attraction Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

Disney Releases New Concept Art, Video Preview, and Details on Epcot Forever

By Jackie Gailey | Published April 10, 2019

Epcot Forever, the brand new nighttime spectacular that is set to replace IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth at Epcot is now set to make its debut October 1, 2019, on the World Showcase Lagoon at Epcot. As we’ve previously reported, this limited-time show will be a celebration of the past, present, and future of Epcot and … Disney Releases New Concept Art, Video Preview, and Details on Epcot Forever

Epcot IllumiNations Finale Set for Sept 30; Epcot Forever Begins Oct 1

By Jackie Gailey | Published April 10, 2019

During tonight’s #DisneyParksLIVE broadcast of IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth, it was announced that the final presentation of the beloved nighttime spectacular will take place on Monday, September 30, 2019. Additionally, there will be no gap in-between the end of IllumiNations and the start of Epcot Forever which is set to begin on October 1, 2019.

Grapefruit Parking Garage Set to Open at Disney Springs April 16

By Jackie Gailey | Published April 9, 2019

Walt Disney World has shared that the Grapefruit Garage, the third parking garage along Buena Vista Drive, will officially open Tuesday, April 16. The new garage will provide even more parking for guests as well as a new pedestrian bridge allowing for convenient and safe access directly to the Marketplace side of Disney Springs. Source: … Grapefruit Parking Garage Set to Open at Disney Springs April 16

Disney Parks Introduces Brand New ‘Wishables’ to Merchandise Offerings

By Jackie Gailey | Published April 8, 2019

Launching April 10 at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort are what could be the next must-have Disney Parks collectible – Wishables. Wishables are small plush toys that are inspired by iconic Disney characters, films, attractions, and snacks too. The Wishables line will include Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and friends, along with characters that … Disney Parks Introduces Brand New ‘Wishables’ to Merchandise Offerings

Disney’s ‘Aladdin’ Sneak Peek Coming to Disneyland, Disney World, & Disney Cruise Line

By Jackie Gailey | Published April 8, 2019

Beginning April 19, guests will be able to see a special preview of select scenes from Aladdin in sneak peeks coming to Disney theme parks and Disney Cruise Line. The preview will be presented at the Main Street Opera House in Town Square at Disneyland and at the Walt Disney Presents attraction at Disney’s Hollywood … Disney’s ‘Aladdin’ Sneak Peek Coming to Disneyland, Disney World, & Disney Cruise Line