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 Vacation Club Shares Inside Look at Artwork Coming to Riviera Resort

The folks over at Disney Vacation Club have just shared a look at some of the Disney-inspired artwork guests can look forward to seeing inside of the villas of the upcoming Riviera Resort that’s set to open in the fall. We know that the Resort is inspired by Walt and Lillian Disney’s travels throughout the Disney Vacation Club Shares Inside Look at Artwork Coming to Riviera Resort

Attractions Inside Pandora – The World of Avatar Evacuated Due to Burning Smell

UPDATE: Disney has stated there was no fire, it was a false alarm, and all attractions are back up and running. Reports are coming in this morning that both Avatar Flight of Passage and Na’vi River Journey, the two attractions inside Pandora – The World of Avatar, were completely evacuated due to a burning smell. Attractions Inside Pandora – The World of Avatar Evacuated Due to Burning Smell

Disney Parks to Introduce ‘Briar Rose’ Merchandise Collection in April

Disney has just introduced a brand-new Briar Rose Gold Collection of merchandise that’s inspired by Princess Aurora (aka Briar Rose) from Sleeping Beauty. The new merchandise is set to make its debut at the Walt Disney World Resort on April 1, 2019. Guests will find Briar Rose Gold Minnie Mouse ear headbands, Spirit Jerseys, backpacks, Disney Parks to Introduce ‘Briar Rose’ Merchandise Collection in April

New Signs at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Add Character to Parking Lot

The parking lot at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has received a big dose of character. Each section of the lot has been renamed after favorite Disney characters that guests can meet inside the theme park: Mickey, Minnie, Jessie, Buzz, Olaf, and BB-8. Take a look at some of the signs and don’t forget to snap a New Signs at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Add Character to Parking Lot

Rafiki’s Planet Watch at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is Set to Reopen This Summer

Back in September, we reported that Rafiki’s Planet Watch was closing at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. While it was our understanding that the closure was for good, we’re happy to let our readers know that Disney has just announced that Rafiki’s Planet Watch, the Affection Section, and the Wildlife Express will all fully reopen this summer. Rafiki’s Planet Watch at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is Set to Reopen This Summer

Disney Announces ‘Awesome Planet’ Film Coming to The Land Pavilion at Epcot

Disney has just announced the addition of Awesome Planet, “an on-screen exploration of the realm we call home, showcases the spectacular beauty, diversity and dynamic story of our earth with all the grandeur guests have come to expect.” The film will be presented in The Land pavilion at Epcot. This new film will provide guests Disney Announces ‘Awesome Planet’ Film Coming to The Land Pavilion at Epcot

New Artist Renderings Revealed for Topolino’s Terrace Coming to Disney’s Riviera Resort

Disney has revealed two brand new artist renderings of Topolino’s Terrace, the rooftop restaurant that will open this fall at Disney’s Riviera Resort. This upcoming dining establishment was inspired by the cliffside restaurants that can be found on the Riviera and will showcase views of the nighttime fireworks spectaculars at both Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood New Artist Renderings Revealed for Topolino’s Terrace Coming to Disney’s Riviera Resort

New Enhancements Coming to 2019 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend

Registration opens Tuesday, March 19 for the 10th annual runDisney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend that will take place October 31 – November 3, 2019, at the Walt Disney World Resort. For the first time, all 5K participants will be given a tech shirt, just like the 10K, Half Marathon, and Challenge runners. Participant shirts are New Enhancements Coming to 2019 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend