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



Bob Iger Shows Steven Spielberg and J.J. Abrams Upcoming Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

Over the weekend, Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger tweeted three photos as he took a look at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge with a handful of his famous friends – Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy, directors J.J. Abrams, Steven Spielberg, and Galaxy’s Edge creator, Scott Trowbridge. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is not set to open until May 31 at … Bob Iger Shows Steven Spielberg and J.J. Abrams Upcoming Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge



Disney Parks Introduces Limited-Release Designer Collection Mouse Ears

Beginning May 24, guests visiting Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort can purchase brand new, limited-release Mickey Mouse ear hats and Minnie Mouse ear headbands that were designed by renowned celebrities, designers, and artists. The collection includes elements of each collaborator like seatbelts from HARVEYS to iconic silhouettes of Mickey and Minnie Mouse. These designs … Disney Parks Introduces Limited-Release Designer Collection Mouse Ears



A New Way to Enjoy Magic Kingdom’s ‘Happily Ever After’ with Piano Music Arrangement

We were contacted last month by Gijs Van Winkelhof of Gijs Music who asked for permission to use our 4K video of ‘Happily Ever After‘, the beautiful nighttime fireworks spectacular that is presented each night at Magic Kingdom. In his email, Gijs shared that he is a piano composer who often does work at the Disneyland Hotel … A New Way to Enjoy Magic Kingdom’s ‘Happily Ever After’ with Piano Music Arrangement



Adventures by Disney Adds Brand New Adult-Exclusive Experiences

Whether guests are seeking a romantic couple’s getaway, a girls-only trip or an all-adult family vacation with a little something for everyone, one of these new adult-exclusive experiences from Adventures by Disney might be just the thing. In 2020, more adult-exclusive departures with adult-only dates for more than 30 destinations and tours, including land-based adventures and … Adventures by Disney Adds Brand New Adult-Exclusive Experiences



Disneyland Releases More Details on Arriving & Parking for Your Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Visit

Guests who are planning to visit Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at the Disneyland Resort during the first few weeks of the land’s opening need to take a look at some important arrival information regarding parking (including when the lots will open) and theme park entry that has just been shared. First off and as a reminder, there … Disneyland Releases More Details on Arriving & Parking for Your Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Visit



New Space-Themed Restaurant Will Open at Epcot Later this Year

The brand new space-themed restaurant that is currently being constructed near Mission: SPACE in Epcot has officially been cleared for 2019 entry. Walt Disney World has announced that the new table-service experience is set to open later this year adjacent to the Mission: SPACE attraction and will offere a dining experience like no other describing it as “out … New Space-Themed Restaurant Will Open at Epcot Later this Year



Online Reservations Now Accepted for Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, Harmony Barber Shop, & More

Guests looking to book appointments for special experiences at Walt Disney World such as the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, The Pirates League, and Harmony Barber Shop will now be able to make online reservations instead of having to call in for them. Using the new online system, guests will be able to search for available dates and even make cancelations to … Online Reservations Now Accepted for Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, Harmony Barber Shop, & More



PHOTOS: Disney Skyliner Gondolas are Uncovered and Reveal Character Designs

The brand new Disney Skyliner gondolas are well underway with their testing near Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World and so far, we’ve only seen them traveling with covers surrounding them only barely revealing their colors and the characters that were on them. Select gondola cabins will be decked out with graphics based on … PHOTOS: Disney Skyliner Gondolas are Uncovered and Reveal Character Designs