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



PizzeRizzo Set to Reopen May 4, ABC Commissary Closed May 5-24 for Refurbishment

There will be some adjustments to the food & beverage offerings at Disney’s Hollywood Studios next month that visiting guests should be aware of. Beginning May 4, guests looking for Italian cuisine can head to Grand Avenue for a quick bite at PizzeRizzo. In addition to the current menu, a new dessert has been added to … PizzeRizzo Set to Reopen May 4, ABC Commissary Closed May 5-24 for Refurbishment



Ground Stop Issued at Orlando International Airport (MCO) Due to Severe Weather Conditions

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch across Central Florida including warnings of wind gusts that could potentially reach 70 mph. Due to the thunderstorm, there is currently a ground stop at Orlando International Airport as well as over 2,500 power outages in Central Florida. The strong wind advisory remains in effect … Ground Stop Issued at Orlando International Airport (MCO) Due to Severe Weather Conditions





Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Is Coming to Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland in 2022

Disney has officially announced that Mickey’s Runaway Railway is coming to Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland Park. Park guests will get to walk right into the cartoon world joining Mickey and his friends on Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway which is set to open inside Mickey’s Toontown in 2022. This attraction will be the “first major Mickey-themed … Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Is Coming to Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland in 2022



Jaleo at Disney Springs to Hold Gin & Tonic Festival Through April 28

Through April 28, guests are invited to Jaleo at Disney Springs to try their official cocktail during their Gin & Tonic Festival. Also Spain’s national cocktail, Gin & Tonic pairs well with the wide selection of tapas and wood-fired paellas that are available. Jaleo is celebrating Chef José Andrés’s herbal spin on the drink, which balances hints of juniper and verbena with … Jaleo at Disney Springs to Hold Gin & Tonic Festival Through April 28



Disney Shares Behind-the-Scenes Look at New Solar Facility In Celebration of Earth Day

The brand new 270-acre, 50-megawatt solar facility that was built near the Magnolia and Palm golf courses at Walt Disney World went online earlier this year and a behind-the-scenes look has been shared in honor of Earth Day; take a look. The new solar farm signifies the greatest effort in solar energy to date for Disney’s global theme park operations as it “provides … Disney Shares Behind-the-Scenes Look at New Solar Facility In Celebration of Earth Day



Disney Reveals More New Merchandise Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

New merchandise items coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at the Disneyland Resort and Disney’s Hollywood Studios were revealed each day during Star Wars Celebration last weekend and the Disney Parks Blog has just provided an update with more details including a couple of new products guests may not have seen before. Devon Figge of … Disney Reveals More New Merchandise Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge



Full Song Lineup Released for Disney Night on ABC’s ‘American Idol’

American Idol’s top 10 competitors traveled to Disneyland Park this week to get ready for the next phase of the competition, Disney Night. Tune in on Sunday, April 21 when the Top 10 add their unique spins and perform the following fan-favorite Disney tunes in hopes of a spot in the Top 8: Alyssa Raghu … Full Song Lineup Released for Disney Night on ABC’s ‘American Idol’



Disney Shares Details on ‘Villains Unite the Night’ Stage Show Coming to Magic Kingdom

Earlier this month, we told you about the ‘Disney Villains After Hours’ version of Disney After Hours that’s coming to Magic Kingdom Park this summer and today, the Disney Parks Blog has shared more details about the stage show titled, ‘Villains Unite the Night.’ First, a DJ will be on the Castle stage to get the party … Disney Shares Details on ‘Villains Unite the Night’ Stage Show Coming to Magic Kingdom



Sales Now Open on Disney’s Riviera Resort, Special Introductory Offer Announced

Sales for Disney’s Riviera Resort are now open to the general public and there is a special offer for those who become Disney Vacation Club Members before May 31, 2019. Disney Vacation Club has released a new offer that will save you $2,250 when you become a member by May 31, 2019, at Disney’s Riviera … Sales Now Open on Disney’s Riviera Resort, Special Introductory Offer Announced