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





New topiaries and two new Outdoor Kitchens added for 2017 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival

A few years ago when Outdoor Kitchens started showing up at the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival, guests were thrilled and the offerings were pretty fabulous. While no further details have been offered at this time, it’s exciting to hear this morning that two new Outdoor Kitchens are being added to the 2017 Festival. … New topiaries and two new Outdoor Kitchens added for 2017 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival



New ALEX AND ANI gift sets created exclusively for Disney Parks

The Shop Disney Parks app is featuring some brand new gift sets from ALEX AND ANI for the holiday season. There are two and three-piece sets; each including one of their famous charm bangles. Included in the designs are a Mickey Mouse Filigree in RAFAELIAN SILVER Finish; Mickey Mouse Filigree in RAFAELIAN GOLD Finish; Tinker … New ALEX AND ANI gift sets created exclusively for Disney Parks



A behind-the-scenes look at Starbright Holidays – An Intel Collaboration

Earlier this month, we told you about Walt Disney World’s first drones show lighting up the skies of Disney Springs and shared some video footage of the show from the night it made its debut. Today, Disney has shared a behind-the-scenes look at how Walt Disney World Creative Entertainment worked with Imagineers as well as … A behind-the-scenes look at Starbright Holidays – An Intel Collaboration



Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort announces $12 million transformation of Dolphin Resort lobby

The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort’s Dolphin lobby will undergo a $12 million re-design as the final stage of the largest makeover in the resort’s history. When finished in the fall of 2017, the new lobby will be completely transformed into a sleek contemporary space and feature new dining and beverage options. The … Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort announces $12 million transformation of Dolphin Resort lobby





Rogue One: A Star Wars Story – Tickets on sale now!

Advance tickets are on sale now for Lucasfilm’s highly anticipated standalone Star Wars adventure Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Tickets are available wherever tickets are sold. To celebrate Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, several theater chains and ticket sellers are offering special promotions. Detailed information is available here. Additionally, check out this new … Rogue One: A Star Wars Story – Tickets on sale now!



Sake & Shine progressive dinner event with Chef Masaharu Morimoto and Chef Art Smith

A special dinner event has been announced that will feature Chef Masaharu Morimoto and Chef Art Smith. The progressive dinner will take place on December 3, 2016 beginning at 7:30 p.m. at both Chef’s respective restaurants at Disney Springs in Orlando, FL; Morimoto Asia and Chef Art Smith’s Homecoming Florida Kitchen. Guests will get started … Sake & Shine progressive dinner event with Chef Masaharu Morimoto and Chef Art Smith