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 Disneyland Railroad is Back in Action After a Long Refurbishment

The Disneyland Railroad has been closed for refurbishment since January/2016 and it’s making its first trips around its newly re-done track today (July 28)! John Lasseter was on-hand talking about how excited he is to see the trains back in Disneyland and what an important role they play in its history! Take a look! Now, … The Disneyland Railroad is Back in Action After a Long Refurbishment



D23 Gold Member Event: Say Farewell to The Great Movie Ride with D23 and Turner Classic Movies

D23: The Official Disney Fan Club and TCM Backlot: The Ultimate Turner Classic Movies Fan Club are joining together to invite their members to celebrate the farewell of The Great Movie Ride located at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World. This one-of-a-kind experience will take place on Saturday, August 12, 2017, and will begin … D23 Gold Member Event: Say Farewell to The Great Movie Ride with D23 and Turner Classic Movies



Muppet*Vision 3D Down for Unexpected Maintenance until August 2

Muppet*Vision 3D  at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is unexpectedly unavailable due to maintenance. The attraction is anticipated to reopen by Wednesday, August 2nd. Guests with FastPass+ selections for Muppet*Vision 3D will be provided with other options through My Disney Experience.







Legendary Disney Imagineer Marty Sklar Passes Away at 83 in his Hollywood Hills Home

The legendary Disney Imagineer Martin A. “Marty” Sklar sadly passed away in his Hollywood Hills home on Thursday, July 27, 2017. He was 83. Marty worked closely with Walt Disney in his 54-year illustrious career and was “instrumental in creating, enhancing and expanding Disney’s creative vision.” Marty was honored with the Disney Legend award back … Legendary Disney Imagineer Marty Sklar Passes Away at 83 in his Hollywood Hills Home



Vox Populi: Thoughts from Fans on Disney Lifting Block-Out Dates for August

We reported yesterday that Disney surprised Walt Disney World Annual Passholders by lifting block-out dates for the entire month of August. Lifting those dates will allow those guests more time to visit the parks and experience the two attractions that are closing on August 13; Ellen’s Energy Adventure in Epcot and The Great Movie Ride … Vox Populi: Thoughts from Fans on Disney Lifting Block-Out Dates for August



New Green Mission on Mission: SPACE Attraction at Epcot Set to Debut on August 13

One of the big announcements at the Parks and Resorts panel at the 2017 D23 Expo shared that a new ‘green’ mission would be added to Epcot’s Mission: SPACE attraction. We’re thrilled to share that beginning August 13, 2017, the attraction will relaunch with that brand new ‘green’ mission along with an enhanced version of the ‘classic’ … New Green Mission on Mission: SPACE Attraction at Epcot Set to Debut on August 13



Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs Offers New Late Night Menu

If you’ve been wanting to try Morimoto Asia in the late evening with a small-plate type setting, their new late-night menu might be just what you’re looking for! New items such as Beef Bulgogi Nachos (wonton chips, thinly sliced soy marinated beef short ribs, gochujang sauce, jalapeños, cheese, scallions), Blistered Shishito Peppers (wasabi crème fraîche, … Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs Offers New Late Night Menu



Disney Surprises Annual Passholders by Lifting Block Out Dates in August

The recent announcements made at the D23 Expo regarding the closure of both Ellen’s Energy Adventure at Epcot and The Great Movie Ride at Disney’s Hollywood Studios have left some Disney fans tripping over themselves to get down to Walt Disney World and experience these two attractions one last time before they close permanently on … Disney Surprises Annual Passholders by Lifting Block Out Dates in August