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



Rivers of Light Dessert Party Set to Begin August 6, Reservations Now Open

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is adding a new Rivers of Light Dessert Party to their evening offerings. Guests can add a sweet ending to their day by with an array of Disney’s Animal Kingdom-themed, house-made desserts, snacks, and specialty alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages before enjoying a VIP view of Rivers of Light. Check-in for the party Rivers of Light Dessert Party Set to Begin August 6, Reservations Now Open

Central Florida Theme Park Injury Reports for 2nd Quarter of 2018 Released

To remain exempt from major inspection, Central Florida theme parks must list all of their quarterly incidents and injuries with the state. This quarter’s report (April – June 2018) covers a total of 18 incidents/injuries: 15 belonging to Disney and 3 to Universal. No injuries were reported for SeaWorld, Legoland, or Busch Gardens. Only incidents or Central Florida Theme Park Injury Reports for 2nd Quarter of 2018 Released

Ferrytale Fireworks Cruises Available to Book for New Dates Beginning Oct. 21

Enjoying Magic Kingdom’s fireworks spectaculars from a boat on the Seven Seas Lagoon offers a vantage point like no other. When you add a stellar selection of signature treats and specialty drinks (with or without alcohol) themed to the sparkling, shooting stars of the fireworks, you’ve got the makings for Ferrytale Fireworks: A Sparkling Dessert Ferrytale Fireworks Cruises Available to Book for New Dates Beginning Oct. 21

Walt Disney World Restaurants Featured in Visit Orlando’s Annual Magical Dining Month

Orlando has an awesome culinary scene and during Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining Month sponsored by American Express, you can indulge in a lot of goodness for a special prix fixe price. Beginning August 24 and continuing through September 30, 2018, select Orlando-area restaurants will offer a prix fixe dinner for only $35 (does not include tax Walt Disney World Restaurants Featured in Visit Orlando’s Annual Magical Dining Month

The BOATHOUSE Makes OpenTable’s Top 100 Best Al Fresco Restaurants in America

OpenTable, the world’s leading provider of online restaurant reservations just unveiled their top 100 Best Al Fresco Restaurants in America for 2018. The complete list features winning restaurants in 22 states with one of them being right here in Florida; The BOATHOUSE at Disney Springs to be exact. The 100 Best Al Fresco Restaurants in The BOATHOUSE Makes OpenTable’s Top 100 Best Al Fresco Restaurants in America

The Nostalgia Game is Fierce at Walt Disney World’s New Toy Story Land

Now that the brand new Toy Story Land has been open for over a week, I thought we’d take a deeper dive into some of the details I’ve noticed in the colorful area. Full disclosure that I have not been to Toy Story Land just yet, so I’m sure I’ll notice many more details once The Nostalgia Game is Fierce at Walt Disney World’s New Toy Story Land

Iridescent Merchandise Becomes the Newest Trend at Walt Disney World

Over the last year, Disney merchandise collections boasting different colorful hues have been making trend at Walt Disney World. It started with rose gold, then millennial pink hit the scene. All things iridescent have been popping up around Disney Springs and the Disney Parks Blog shared a few noteworthy items. Additionally, sweet treats to match Iridescent Merchandise Becomes the Newest Trend at Walt Disney World

Booking Now Open for New Year’s Eve 2019 Parties at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

If you’re looking for some unique ways to ring in 2019 at the Walt Disney World Resort, two New Year’s Eve celebrations are available to book at Disney’s Contemporary Resort: Pixar Party: A New Year’s Eve Celebration (recommended for families) and Disney Countdown to Midnight, including an option to purchase VIP access to the Ink and Paint Club (recommended for Booking Now Open for New Year’s Eve 2019 Parties at Disney’s Contemporary Resort