AUTHOR: Jackie Gailey
James Gunn Confirms ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2’ will be Disney’s first 4K Blu-Ray DVD
According to a post made by Director James Gunn on his Facebook page, it appears as though Disney is finally going to have Ultra HD movie releases. Disney movie fans have basically been stuck in 1080p for the last couple of years even as other studios have released 4K movies via streaming, downloads, and disc. … James Gunn Confirms ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2’ will be Disney’s first 4K Blu-Ray DVD
Characters in Flight Balloon Has a New Name
The ‘Characters in Flight‘ balloon at Disney Springs has a brand new name – ‘Aerophile.’ Guests who ride are treated to a breathtaking, 360-degree view of the Walt Disney World Resort during an 8-to-10 minute tethered helium balloon ride, located right in Disney Springs. “Custom-built for Disney by Paris-based company Aérophile S.A., the Aéro30 is filled … Characters in Flight Balloon Has a New Name
Special Summer Menu Offer at Monsieur Paul for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders
From now through September 22, 2017, Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can indulge their senses in the finest of French culinary technique with a special 4-course prix fixe menu (no substitutions) for just $65 plus tax, per person at Monsieur Paul in the France pavilion at Epcot. This elegant meal will include a glass of … Special Summer Menu Offer at Monsieur Paul for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders
New Temporary Location for First Aid in Magic Kingdom
UPDATE 1/9/18: The First Aid location between Casey’s Corner and The Crystal Palace will be closed 1/9/2018- 2/15/2018 for refurbishment. There will be a temporary location in Tomorrowland during the refurbishment. First Aid will be located near the entrance of Space Mountain. UPDATE 7/7/17: This refurbishment has been postponed. There is no estimated date on when … New Temporary Location for First Aid in Magic Kingdom
Disney Releases ‘Star Wars Forces of Destiny’ YouTube Animated Short Series
Star Wars Forces of Destiny is an original series of animated shorts that made its debut on YouTube.com/Disney on July 3. In the series, you can explore the untold stories that helped shape the destinies of Rey, Jyn Erso, Princess Leia, Sabine Wren, Padmè Amidala, Ahsoka Tano and others. Watch below for a behind-the-scenes look … Disney Releases ‘Star Wars Forces of Destiny’ YouTube Animated Short Series
First Look at New Walt Disney World Courtesy Tram Engine
It appears that the Magic Kingdom parking lot is getting some new tram engines. We just spotted this pretty red one and we’re hoping that more are on the way as the existing trams seem to be in need of an upgrade. The courtesy trams transport guests from the Hero and Villain parking lots to the … First Look at New Walt Disney World Courtesy Tram Engine
Vox Populi: What Disney Fans are Saying About Siemens Ending their Sponsorship with Disney
We reported last week that Siemens was ending their sponsorship with the Walt Disney Company later this year and this news has raised all sorts of questions amongst DISboard readers. Posters are expressing their concerns on why Disney needs sponsorships anyway while others explain that it’s not that Disney necessarily ‘needs’ sponsors, but that it’s … Vox Populi: What Disney Fans are Saying About Siemens Ending their Sponsorship with Disney
Highway in the Sky Dine Around Extended Through Sept. 29
The popular Highway in the Sky Dine Around has been extended for Tuesday through Saturday dates through September 29, 2017. This ‘progressive dining’-type experience takes you to each of the three resorts located along the Magic Kingdom monorail line for cocktails, appetizers, a main course dinner at Cítricos, and finally ending with a spectacular view … Highway in the Sky Dine Around Extended Through Sept. 29
Cub’s Den Children’s Activity Center at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is Closed Permanently
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge has been going through some exciting refurbishments this year with the addition of the Boulder Ridge Cove Pool and the Copper Creek Villas and Cabins. Along with all of the new additions to this gorgeous resort, we’ve discovered that the Cub’s Den will not be re-opening as we’d once thought. There are … Cub’s Den Children’s Activity Center at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is Closed Permanently
UberX Now Allowed to Pick Up and Drop Off at Orlando International Airport
Back in November of 2015, we shared that UberBlack, the more upscale version of UberX, had just started being allowed to transport passengers both to and from the Orlando International Airport. With the new law that went into effect today, UberX drivers can now pick travelers up from Orlando International Airport (MCO) giving thousands of … UberX Now Allowed to Pick Up and Drop Off at Orlando International Airport
