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



Tornado Watch Issued for Disney World Area Through 6PM Saturday

If you’re in Central Florida today, especially anywhere near Walt Disney World, it’s a day to stay weather-aware. The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for a large portion of the area, including Orange and Osceola counties, where Walt Disney World is located. The watch remains in effect until 6 p.m. EDT tonight, Tornado Watch Issued for Disney World Area Through 6PM Saturday





NEW EPCOT Desserts Include Royal Treats & Mickey Favorites

EPCOT has quietly turned into a dessert lover’s playground lately, and this newest batch of treats is a solid excuse to start planning your sweet endings strategy before you even walk through the gates. Let’s start in the Norway pavilion, where Akershus Royal Banquet Hall has added a brand-new Royal Chef’s Dessert Plate. If you’ve NEW EPCOT Desserts Include Royal Treats & Mickey Favorites





Spirit Airlines Shuts Down, Cancels All Flights Effective Now

Spirit Airlines has officially begun an immediate shutdown of its operations, cancelling all flights and advising passengers not to head to the airport. The announcement came May 2, 2026, from Spirit Aviation Holdings, confirming that the airline has entered an “orderly wind-down” after running out of options to keep the business going. For travelers, the Spirit Airlines Shuts Down, Cancels All Flights Effective Now





Teachers Honored with Magic Kingdom Parade at Disney World

There are so many Disney moments that feel extra meaningful, and this one definitely falls into that category. In celebration of National Teacher Appreciation Week, 15 educators from across the country were honored at Walt Disney World Resort with a pretty unforgettable experience, including serving as honorary grand marshals in a parade down Main Street, Teachers Honored with Magic Kingdom Parade at Disney World













Gideon’s Bakehouse Kicks Off “Halfway to Halloween” With New Treats, Merch & More

If you needed another excuse to start celebrating spooky season early, Gideon’s Bakehouse just gave you one. The Disney Springs (and East End Market) favorite is going all-in on “Halfway to Halloween” this May, and it’s not just a quick nod. It’s a full month of new desserts, returning favorites, limited merch, and a few Gideon’s Bakehouse Kicks Off “Halfway to Halloween” With New Treats, Merch & More