Disney Articles and News


Walt Disney World News | Up to date coverage of all Disney events, news and press releases related to Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Disneyland.

New Update to Disney Cruise Line Navigator App Allows Viewing of Select Activities from Home

The Disney Cruise Line Navigator app had a major update last night and now allows guests to not only pull up their reservation to review details, but they can also view deck plans, modify their stateroom, make payments, and much more. Prior to this update, the only things you could really use in the app New Update to Disney Cruise Line Navigator App Allows Viewing of Select Activities from Home

Summer Pool Parties Return to the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort Starting May 26

Beginning May 26th, the hotels of the Disneyland Resort will once again host their summer pool parties. Grown-ups can relax, the kids can splash, and the whole family can enjoy the interactive games, music and dancing. The party will be held on select days with the fun starting at 2:30pm at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel Summer Pool Parties Return to the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort Starting May 26

Imagineer Kim Irvine Discusses Her Career and Hopes to Restore Access to Disneyland’s Court of Angels

In an interview with the Los Angeles Times where she discussed her career, long-time Imagineer Kim Irvine said that she’s working on a compromise that could bring public access back to the Court of Angels in Disneyland’s New Orleans Square. The 2014 remodel of Club 33 forced the closure of the fan-favorite spot to regular Imagineer Kim Irvine Discusses Her Career and Hopes to Restore Access to Disneyland’s Court of Angels

Lamplight Lounge at Disney California Adventure Adding Weekend Brunch

Beginning May 25th, the Lamplight Lounge on Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure will be adding a weekend brunch. Brunch is scheduled to be served from 8:15am to 12:00pm on Saturday and Sunday. Lunch will begin at 12:30pm, with dinner starting at 4:00pm. While the brunch menu isn’t currently available on the official Disneyland website, Lamplight Lounge at Disney California Adventure Adding Weekend Brunch

Good Morning America Announces the Next Class of Disney Legends

Good Morning America shared who will be officially inducted as Disney Legends this summer at the D23 Expo in Anaheim, California. The class of Disney Legends includes Robert Downey Jr., Bette Midler, Diane Sawyer, Robin Roberts, Wing Chao, Jon Favreau, James Earl Jones, Kenny Ortega, Barnette Ricci, Ming-Na Wen, and Hans Zimmer. The Disney Legends Awards Good Morning America Announces the Next Class of Disney Legends

More Layoffs Hitting The Walt Disney Studios and Fox Following Acquisition

Several sources, including Variety, are reporting that cuts in film staff were made today at both The Walt Disney Studios and 20th Century Fox following the March acquisition of 21st Century Fox assets by Disney. Disney has not commented on the layoffs or said which departments are being affected, but insiders speculate that the distribution More Layoffs Hitting The Walt Disney Studios and Fox Following Acquisition

More Details About the Signature Restaurant Opening this Summer at the Japan Pavilion in Epcot

A new signature restaurant coming to the Japan Pavilion in Epcot finally has a name and a few more details. The restaurant, which was announced last May, will be called Takumi-Tei and will be a signature dining experience “inspired by the natural beauty of Japan.” The design of Takumi-Tei, or “house of the artisan,” will More Details About the Signature Restaurant Opening this Summer at the Japan Pavilion in Epcot