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

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

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

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

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

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



New Disney Ticket Center Opening in Town Center at Disney Springs

UPDATE 04/12/19: The Ticket Center at Disney Springs is now open.  Hours are Sunday through Thursday 10:00am to 10:00pm and Friday & Saturday 10:00am to 11:30pm. Source: Disney Parks Blog A brand new location near the Guest Relations Welcome Center will offer guests assistance with most of their ticketing needs. The Disney Ticket Center can … New Disney Ticket Center Opening in Town Center at Disney Springs



Walt Disney World Begins Charging $6 Bell Services Delivery Fee

Beginning immediately, guests who have a package delivered to their guest room from bell services other than their luggage that arrives on Disney’s Magical Express will incur a $6 per package handling fee. This fee will apply to groceries, gift baskets, InstaCart or Amazon deliveries as well if bell services delivers them to your room. The image below was captured … Walt Disney World Begins Charging $6 Bell Services Delivery Fee



Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2019 Dates Announced; Tickets for Sale Now

Although it’s not even Easter, it’s time to start thinking about the holidays as tickets are now on sale now for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will take place from 7:00 p.m. to midnight on the following dates in 2019: November: 8, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22 … Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2019 Dates Announced; Tickets for Sale Now



Discounts, Special Bus Transportation to runDisney Expo for Star Wars Rival Run Participants

Earlier this week, we shared some special discounts being offered by restaurants and other retailers at Disney Springs for Star Wars Rival Run participants throughout this weekend, but here is the full list below; take a look:   Additionally, special bus transportation will be available throughout the weekend between Disney Springs and the runDisney Expo during the following times: … Discounts, Special Bus Transportation to runDisney Expo for Star Wars Rival Run Participants



Special Photo Ops, Experiences, & Snacks Announced for April 13 at Magic Kingdom Park

Earlier this week, we shared details on the brand new attraction photo that is now available on Magic Kingdom’s Haunted Mansion and in celebration of the launch of this 13th attraction with Disney PhotoPass capture at Walt Disney World Resort, Disney has announced some additional special opportunities that will be happening around Liberty Square on … Special Photo Ops, Experiences, & Snacks Announced for April 13 at Magic Kingdom Park