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



March Smuggler’s Series at Enzo’s Hideaway Highlights Ron Abuelo Rum

Each month, lovers of fine beer, wine, and cocktails come together in the tunnels of Enzo’s Hideaway at Disney Springs to eat, drink and expand their knowledge of various spirts. The Hideaway has committed to partnering with brewers and distillers from all over the world who appreciate our infatuation with a good tipple. Guests are … March Smuggler’s Series at Enzo’s Hideaway Highlights Ron Abuelo Rum





Disney Adds Behind-the-Scenes Experience at Rivers of Light to Backstage Magic Tour

The Walt Disney World Resort offers many backstage tours and one of the most popular is the Adventures by Disney Backstage Magic. If you like having a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to bring the magic to life, you might like knowing that special access at Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s nighttime spectacular, Rivers of Light is being … Disney Adds Behind-the-Scenes Experience at Rivers of Light to Backstage Magic Tour



Celebrate Jabari the New Baby Giraffe with Special Offerings at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Disney’s Animal Kingdom welcomed a new male baby Masai giraffe back on January 14, 2019, and his name is Jabari, which means ‘brave one’ in Swahili. Jabari now stands seven-feet tall and is making his debut today on the Kilimanjaro Safari savanna where he will officially join the rest of the giraffe herd. Take a … Celebrate Jabari the New Baby Giraffe with Special Offerings at Disney’s Animal Kingdom



John Ratzenberger to Voice Mack in Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy

Disney has announced that John Ratzenberger will be part of the voice cast for Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy that is getting ready to open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on March 31, 2019. In the upcoming show, Ratzenberger lends his voice to Mack, Lightning McQueen’s closest companion. Watch the video below as he explains what the … John Ratzenberger to Voice Mack in Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy







Disney Cruise Line Introduces New Cake Order Cancellation Policy and Updates Deadline Dates for Ordering Gifts

Beginning Friday, March 15, 2019, all Disney Cruise Line gifts and amenities, including onboard credits, food & wine, spa, and pre-purchased merchandise or beverages, will follow the order deadlines listed in the chart below: In addition, Disney has put a consistent cancellation policy for specialty cake orders into place. Effective Friday, March 15, 2019, specialty … Disney Cruise Line Introduces New Cake Order Cancellation Policy and Updates Deadline Dates for Ordering Gifts



Disney Vacation Club to Raise Per-Point Price at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins

The Copper Creek Villas & Cabins opened back in July of 2017 as the 14th Disney Vacation Club development and the second at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge with Boulder Ridge being the first. In less than two year’s time, this Resort is 85% sold out according to Disney Vacation Club. In fact, they expect Copper Creek … Disney Vacation Club to Raise Per-Point Price at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins



Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Panel Announced for Upcoming Star Wars Celebration Chicago Event

A whole ton of new information on Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge was revealed last week and we’ve learned that Walt Disney Imagineering and members of Lucasfilm are going to be sharing further details and stories about the upcoming land during a special panel taking place at the upcoming Star Wars Celebration Chicago event. The “Bringing … Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Panel Announced for Upcoming Star Wars Celebration Chicago Event