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



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



Walt Disney Studios Shares New Sneak Peek at Upcoming ‘Christopher Robin’

In the heartwarming live action adventure Disney’s Christopher Robin, the young boy who shared countless adventures with his band of lovable stuffed animals in the Hundred Acre Wood is now grown up and living in London but he has lost his way. Now it is up to his childhood friends to venture into our world … Walt Disney Studios Shares New Sneak Peek at Upcoming ‘Christopher Robin’



Fox Shareholder Looks to Prevent Disney Acquisition; Files Lawsuit

On Friday in a Delaware federal court, Robert Weiss, a Fox shareholder, filed a lawsuit opposing Disney’s proposed purchase of the majority of 21st Century Fox. The Walt Disney Company finalized the deal with Fox back in December which has the potential to reshape Hollywood as we know it. According to The Hollywood Reporter, executives … Fox Shareholder Looks to Prevent Disney Acquisition; Files Lawsuit



Tragic Accident at Walt Disney World Kills Cast Member Near Pop Century Resort

UPDATE 7/10/18: We now know that the Cast Member who sadly passed away Monday was 33 year-old Juan Alberto Ojeda, a beloved husband and father to a five-year old son. UPDATE 2:45 p.m.: George A. Kalogridis, President of Walt Disney World Resort has issued the following statement: “All of us at Walt Disney World Resort … Tragic Accident at Walt Disney World Kills Cast Member Near Pop Century Resort





Diwali, Holiday Festival of Lights in India, Coming to Animal Kingdom this Holiday Season

It’s Christmas in July and the Disney Parks Blog has shared a glimpse into some of the festive happenings that guests can expect to see at Walt Disney World this holiday season. First, we’ve learned that Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! and Sunset Seasons Greetings will both be returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. You can read more … Diwali, Holiday Festival of Lights in India, Coming to Animal Kingdom this Holiday Season