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



DisneyQuest at Disney Springs to Close July 3 to Make Room for “The NBA Experience”

Disney Springs is continuing on with its multi-year transformation as new experiences have been added throughout the entire area. New experiences are being planned for the West Side Neighborhood, including The NBA Experience at Walt Disney World Resort. Disney has just announced that in order to make way for the new, basketball-themed experience, DisneyQuest will … DisneyQuest at Disney Springs to Close July 3 to Make Room for “The NBA Experience”



Celebrate Your Team’s Conference Football Championship at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort

The winners of this year’s big football game between Atlanta and New England will celebrate their victory in style – and now their fans can, too. The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is once again rewarding fans with the “I’m off to the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort!” deal for residents … Celebrate Your Team’s Conference Football Championship at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort



Planet Hollywood Observatory at Disney Springs is Now Open

We’re happy to report that Planet Hollywood Observatory at Disney Springs opened its doors for business on Friday evening, January 27, 2017, after their final inspection. The newly reimagined, night-on-the-town experience along with the spectacular architecture will transport you back in time with its turn-of-the-century inspired design. Once you’ve entered the restaurant, you’ll be treated to … Planet Hollywood Observatory at Disney Springs is Now Open



Limited Edition “Beauty and The Beast” MagicBand 2 Available!

A beautiful new Beauty and The Beast-inspired MagicBand 2 has been released and is available while supplies last. This gorgeous MagicBand features Emma Watson as Belle in her beautiful yellow ball gown holding a red rose. Also, the MagicBand will reportedly create special effects and sounds at various Mickey touch points within the Theme Parks. Get … Limited Edition “Beauty and The Beast” MagicBand 2 Available!



Sweet Valentine’s Day Gifts for Your Love From Disney Parks

Valentine’s Day is less than a month away and if you have a Disney-lover to buy for, you’ll definitely want to take a peek at these sweet gift ideas that are now available in select merchandise locations at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts; via the Shop Disney Parks app; or on the Disney Parks … Sweet Valentine’s Day Gifts for Your Love From Disney Parks



New “Paint with a Disney Artist” Added to Festival of the Arts

A brand new workshop has been added to the Festival of the Arts that will take place on Fridays at 8:00 a.m. in World Showcase. “Painting with a Disney Artist” will provide guests with a rare opportunity to immerse themselves in a very special workshop through the end of the festival. Whether you’ve never picked … New “Paint with a Disney Artist” Added to Festival of the Arts



Additional Details on Paddlefish’s New Menu Are Here!

Earlier this week, we told you that Paddlefish at Disney Springs will officially open its doors on February 4, 2017. We also shared some details on the new beverages that will be offered at this seafood-centric restaurant. Today, we have photos and more details to share on some of their new scrumptious-looking menu items! Paddlefish’s … Additional Details on Paddlefish’s New Menu Are Here!



New Individual Character Movie Posters Released for Live-Action ‘Beauty and The Beast’!

The more bits and pieces of the upcoming, live-action Beauty and The Beast film I see, the more excited I am for this movie to be released! I grew up watching this incredible love story, so my relationship with this film goes back a long way – I’m not saying just how long, though. Anyway, … New Individual Character Movie Posters Released for Live-Action ‘Beauty and The Beast’!



NFL Stars Participating in Pro Bowl Parade at Magic Kingdom Park on Jan. 27

A special Pro Bowl parade will be taking place on Friday, January 27 at Magic Kingdom Park and today, we’re sharing the names of the players who will take part in this magical moment. “Tomorrow, Denver Broncos receivers Demaryius Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders, Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen and Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier … NFL Stars Participating in Pro Bowl Parade at Magic Kingdom Park on Jan. 27



Disney’s Finding Dory and Girl Meets World Season 3 Coming to Netflix in February

For those of you who subscribe to Netflix, I’ll bet you’d agree that they have a pretty impressive lineup of Disney movies available for your viewing pleasure. Well, it’s about to get even better as Finding Dory will be swimming into the list beginning in February. Also joining the lineup in February is the third … Disney’s Finding Dory and Girl Meets World Season 3 Coming to Netflix in February