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



One Family Embarks on “30 Stays in 30 Days” at the Walt Disney World Resort

Meet the Gee family (aka “The Bucket List Family”) who made the incredible decision back in August of 2015 to sell all of their belongings, including leaving their home in Utah, to embark on a family adventure around the world. The family has since traveled to more than 45 countries, and the next leg of … One Family Embarks on “30 Stays in 30 Days” at the Walt Disney World Resort



Wine Bar George is Now Hiring with New Opening Date Set for Early 2018

Back in May, we got our first look at artist renderings of Wine Bar George that was said to be coming to Disney Springs later this year. We’ve just learned that Wine Bar George has a new opening time frame of early 2018 and that they are currently hiring for all positions. While interviews will start in … Wine Bar George is Now Hiring with New Opening Date Set for Early 2018





New Fall and Holiday Special Offers Available for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders

The Walt Disney World Resort has released a new offer for Annual Passholders for the 2017 Fall and Holiday seasons. With this offer, you can stay right in the middle of the magic during these extra special times of year and enjoy rates starting as low as $79 per night, plus tax in a standard … New Fall and Holiday Special Offers Available for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders



Enjoy a Rooftop Wine Dinner at Paddlefish at Disney Springs on August 24

Paddlefish at Disney Springs will be hosting a special four-course tasting event that will highlight old world wines paired with new world cuisine to include grilled shrimp, tuna crudo, and surf & turf. The event will take place on Thursday, August 24, 2017, from 6:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. on the third-deck rooftop of Paddlefish. … Enjoy a Rooftop Wine Dinner at Paddlefish at Disney Springs on August 24



The ‘Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!’ Dessert Party Now Available to Book for 2017 Holiday Season

The “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!” Holiday Dessert Party is returning this year to Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort! The party will take place in the courtyard of Grauman’s Chinese Theatre where guests can enjoy multiple food stations, featuring holiday-inspired sweet and savory delights like warm cheese fondue with pretzel bread and flatbread, … The ‘Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!’ Dessert Party Now Available to Book for 2017 Holiday Season



Disney Pulling Its Movies From Netflix and Starting Its Own Streaming Services

Disney announced during today’s earnings report that they have intentions of pulling all their movies from Netflix and instead, launching their own direct-to-consumer streaming service in 2019. According to CNBC, Disney also plans on launching their own ESPN video streaming service in early 2018. The platform will feature approximately 10,000 sports events annually along with … Disney Pulling Its Movies From Netflix and Starting Its Own Streaming Services



John Kani to Voice Rafiki and Alfre Woodard to Voice Sarabi in Live Action Remake of ‘The Lion King’

John Kani and Alfre Woodard are the latest actors to join Jon Favreau’s The Lion King live-action remake. Woodard will be voicing Sarabi, Simba’s mom, and Kani will voice Rafiki. Kani and Woodard will join Donald Glover as Simba, Seth Rogen as Pumbaa, Billy Eicher as Timone, and James Earl Jones, who will be reprising his … John Kani to Voice Rafiki and Alfre Woodard to Voice Sarabi in Live Action Remake of ‘The Lion King’



Updated Kid’s Premium Experience at Aunty’s Beach House in Aulani

The “Surf’s Up With Chip and Dale,” a premium experience at Aunty’s Beach House, is being reimagined as “Surf’s Up – A Surfin’, Fishin’ and Dancin’ Party!” Previously a 1 ½-hour experience, the new 3-hour program will feature interactive activities that showcase the wonders of Hawai’i. During this experience, kids will be divided into two … Updated Kid’s Premium Experience at Aunty’s Beach House in Aulani



Disney Offers Florida Residents Free Appetizer and Valet Parking at Select Dining Locations

Beginning August 9 and going through September 30, 2017, Walt Disney World Local Florida residents will be offered a complimentary appetizer with each adult entrée purchased and valet parking when they enjoy dinner at Jiko, Flying Fish, Citricos, and Artist Point. This special limited-time offer is available during the dinner meal period at the above-mentioned … Disney Offers Florida Residents Free Appetizer and Valet Parking at Select Dining Locations