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



Sneak Peek at New ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Inspired Clothing from Primark

If you love Disney clothing and accessories and you’ve never heard of Primark, you might want to take a look at them because they’ve got some super fun Disney merchandise. Today we thought we’d share some of their brand new Beauty and the Beast-inspired clothing line for young teens! The items shown are priced quite reasonably … Sneak Peek at New ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Inspired Clothing from Primark



#DisneyParksLIVE Announces Live Stream of ‘The Music of Pixar LIVE!’ for June 29

The Walt Disney World Resort is continuing their celebration of summer by giving folks at home the opportunity to watch “The Music of Pixar LIVE! A Symphony of Characters”. This limited-time concert event highlights music and scenes from Pixar Animation Studios at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The #DisneyParksLIVE stream will begin at 7:55 p.m. Eastern on … #DisneyParksLIVE Announces Live Stream of ‘The Music of Pixar LIVE!’ for June 29





Changes at Lilo’s Playhouse Will Offer More Opportunity for Family Fun

Beginning July 2, 2017, Lilo’s Playhouse located at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort will be open for Walt Disney World Resort guests to enjoy from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily. A variety of activities will be offered for guests and their families to participate in to include video games, movies, arts and crafts and more. … Changes at Lilo’s Playhouse Will Offer More Opportunity for Family Fun





Animal Planet Television Special to Showcase Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

A documentary-style special that will take spectators on a journey through the scenic landscape of Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park is set to air on Animal Planet Tuesday, June 27. Entitled “Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Alive with Magic”, the show will feature discussions with the creators and caretakers of the theme park who will “share conservation … Animal Planet Television Special to Showcase Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park



Walt Disney’s Original Disneyland Presentation Map Sells for $708,000 at Auction

You may remember that last month, we told you about the much-anticipated Walt Disney’s Disneyland auction that would take place in Los Angeles on June 25, 2017. Walt Disney’s original hand-drawn map of Disneyland was likely the most sought after piece and it has sold to one lucky bidder for a whopping $708,000. The auction displayed approximately … Walt Disney’s Original Disneyland Presentation Map Sells for $708,000 at Auction



Residents Living Near Magic Kingdom Experiencing More Debris From Happily Ever After Than Wishes

The new Happily Ever After fireworks show that made its debut last month at Magic Kingdom is spectacular in more ways than one. icFlorida.com reports that some residents who live close to the park are voicing their frustrations saying that small pieces of cardboard and ashes are covering their yards and vehicles each morning. Residents … Residents Living Near Magic Kingdom Experiencing More Debris From Happily Ever After Than Wishes



Surrey Bike and Beach Cruiser Rentals Now Available at Art of Animation and Pop Century

If you’ve walked around Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and crossed the bridge over Hourglass Lake to Disney’s Pop Century Resort, you know how beautiful of a walk it is. Well, now you can enjoy that same view on wheels instead of on foot. Guests can now rent a Beach Cruiser for $10 per hour… … Surrey Bike and Beach Cruiser Rentals Now Available at Art of Animation and Pop Century



Walt Disney World Annual Passholder Resort Hotel Rates Announced for Fall 2017

With the new Enchanted Escapes offer, Annual Passholders can stay right in the middle of the magic and enjoy rates starting as low as $75 per night, plus tax in a standard room at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort, most Sunday through Thursday nights from September 1 through October 7, 2017. Sample Savings Include: Disney’s All-Star … Walt Disney World Annual Passholder Resort Hotel Rates Announced for Fall 2017