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



Annual Passholders Can Preview Sunset Seasons Greetings Before It Opens on Nov. 9

Walt Disney World Annual Passholders now have the chance to attend an exclusive viewing of Sunset Seasons Greetings at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Upon entering the park through the Annual Passholder entrance, guests will be given a special wristband and Times Guide detailing the evening’s events such as animated ‘magic’ on buildings, billboards, and the Hollywood Tower Hotel. … Annual Passholders Can Preview Sunset Seasons Greetings Before It Opens on Nov. 9



Los Angeles Times Blocked From Holiday Disney Movie Screenings Due to a Story They Published

Each year, the Los Angeles Times writes an extensive annual holiday movie preview featuring films from significant movie studios in Hollywood, but in this year’s preview, most will notice that films from Walt Disney Studios are missing. The editor’s note on the piece included an explanation as to why Disney’s films such as Thor: Ragnarok … Los Angeles Times Blocked From Holiday Disney Movie Screenings Due to a Story They Published



Treats Worth Melting For Coming to Flurry of Fun at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Alex Dunlap over at the Disney Parks Blog has shared some fun news with us about the Flurry of Fun coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios this holiday season! Flurry of Fun doesn’t officially kick off until November 9, but as a special surprise, the festive holiday sweets and treats will be available to guests throughout … Treats Worth Melting For Coming to Flurry of Fun at Disney’s Hollywood Studios



Speedway Gas Station Near Disney’s BoardWalk Inn to Close for Two Weeks Beginning Nov. 5

Due to regular maintenance, the Speedway gas station near Disney’s BoardWalk Inn and Villas will be temporarily closed beginning at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 5. It is anticipated this project will take two weeks to complete. During this temporary closure, the other on-property gas stations at the Car Care Center near Magic Kingdom Park … Speedway Gas Station Near Disney’s BoardWalk Inn to Close for Two Weeks Beginning Nov. 5



Walt Disney World Releases Annual Passholder Resort Discounts for Early 2018

Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can enjoy a Disney Resort hotel stay right in the middle of the magic with special rates for travel beginning January 1 going through April 14, 2018. For example, take advantage of rates as low as $74 per night, plus tax in a standard room at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort, … Walt Disney World Releases Annual Passholder Resort Discounts for Early 2018



Frontierland in Magic Kingdom to Hold New Year’s Celebration Dance Party

If you’re looking for a boot-scootin’ way to ring in the new year at Walt Disney World, mosey on down to Frontierland inside Magic Kingdom Park for a New Year’s Celebration Dance Party! Grab ahold of a pardner and throw on your dancing shoes then get ready to do some toe-tappin’ on December 30 and December 31, … Frontierland in Magic Kingdom to Hold New Year’s Celebration Dance Party



Bus Transportation Will be Provided From runDisney Expo Directly to Disney Springs This Weekend

Disney has just announced that they will be providing bus transportation from this weekend’s runDisney Expo at ESPN’s Wide World of Sports Complex straight to Disney Springs providing guests who don’t have a vehicle a much easier option. See the tweet below for specific times. NEW―Catch a directly to #DisneySprings from the @runDisney expo! Departing … Bus Transportation Will be Provided From runDisney Expo Directly to Disney Springs This Weekend





Entire Cast Announced for Jon Favreau’s New Take on Disney’s ‘The Lion King’

The all-star lineup for director Jon Favreau’s new take on Disney’s 1994 classic animated film The Lion King includes stars from the film, TV, theater, and music arenas. Featuring pioneering filmmaking techniques, the film welcomes back to the big screen iconic characters that audiences have long treasured—but in a whole new way. “It is a … Entire Cast Announced for Jon Favreau’s New Take on Disney’s ‘The Lion King’



Names Announced for Endangered Sumatran Tigers Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in August

The two Sumatran tiger cubs that were born back in August at Disney’s Animal Kingdom now have names! The Disney Parks Blog has shared that Jeda (above left) is the male cub’s name and Anala is the name of the female cub. The cubs are said to be bonding well with their mother, Sohni, and … Names Announced for Endangered Sumatran Tigers Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in August