Disney Vacation Club has unveiled its newest expansion, the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, now open at Walt Disney World Resort. Nestled along the tranquil shores of the Seven Seas Lagoon, this 10-story tower introduces 268 rooms inspired by the vibrant cultures and natural beauty of the
Author: Chris B
Chris is a Pennsylvania native who escaped the cold and relocated to the Orlando area. Our resident Universal expert, Chris has been visiting the Universal Orlando Resort since the 1990s. Chris is a Universal and Walt Disney World Passholder, and can often be found exploring the parks taking in the sites (and finding new things to write about!).
Universal Orlando Annual Passholder Bonus Benefits Released for January 2025
Annual Passholder Bonus Benefits Return to Universal Orlando This January! It’s time to lanyard up and let the perks roll in because Passholder Bonus Benefits are back at Universal Orlando from January 6–31, 2025! After the holiday festivities wind down, Annual Passholders (UOAPs) are in for a month of exclusive
Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom will close in January for LONG Refurbishment
Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom Set for a Cosmic Tune-Up in 2025 Tomorrowland’s favorite high-flying spacecraft is preparing to head back to its maintenance bay for a little space-aged TLC. Disney has announced that Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom will temporarily close for a refurbishment starting January 13, 2025, with
Holiday Decorations Arrive at The Seas Nursery in EPCOT
Sea-son’s Greetings: EPCOT’s Living Seas Decked Out for the Holidays! What better way to celebrate the season of Christmas wishes… than with some fishes? The sweetest new holiday decorations have just surfaced at EPCOT, and they’re sea-riously adorable! Tucked inside World Nature’s The Seas with Nemo & Friends, even EPCOT’s
New Outdoor Seating Area Now Open at Chicken Guy in Disney Springs
Chicken Guy! Debuts Revamped Outdoor Seating Area at Disney Springs Location Guests at Disney Springs can now enjoy their Chicken Guy! favorites in a newly redesigned outdoor seating area that combines style and comfort. After months of construction that began in April 2024, the refreshed space has finally opened to
Large Crane Visible Behind Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Walt Disney World
A large crane has moved into The Wildest Ride in the Wilderness Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is gearing up for a major transformation, and construction activity is heating up! A towering yellow crane has arrived behind the attraction, signaling significant progress in Magic Kingdom’s Beyond Big Thunder expansion. Related: Disney
New and Returning Activities at 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Immerse Yourself in Art and Entertainment at EPCOT’s 2025 Festival of the Arts The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is gearing up for another magical year, celebrating creativity, entertainment, and culinary artistry from January 17 to February 24, 2025. Walt Disney World recently revealed an exciting lineup of returning
What’s Coming to Disneyland Paris in 2025
A magical year lies ahead at Disneyland Paris! As 2025 approaches, Disneyland Paris is set to captivate visitors with an enchanting lineup of new experiences, entertainment, and transformations. From dazzling nighttime spectaculars to an immersive musical festival and the opening of World Premiere, 2025 promises to be a year of
Celebrate the Holidays with Cowboy Chicken’s Festive Turkey Feasts
Cowboy Chicken Kissimmee, nestled in the Promenade at Sunset Walk, is making holiday gatherings easy and delicious this year with a variety of turkey meals tailored to every celebration size. Whether you’re hosting a festive office party, gathering with family, or enjoying a cozy dinner for two, the wood-fire rotisserie
Disney World Extends Park Hours for New Year’s Week
Park hours have been extended at Walt Disney World for the week of Dec 31 As the holiday season approaches its grand finale, Walt Disney World is gearing up for the busy New Year’s Week with extended park hours and earlier entry times to accommodate the large crowds expected during
Walt Disney Imagineering Files Notice of Commencement for Tropical Americas at Animal Kingdom
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Takes a Big Step Toward Tropical Americas Expansion Exciting progress is underway at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, as Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) filed a Notice of Commencement for the site previously occupied by Primeval Whirl. This marks a significant step in the transformation of DinoLand U.S.A. into the
Disney Vacation Club Raises Price Per Point in 2025
Disney Vacation Club (DVC) has announced its purchase incentives for the winter season, running through February 10, 2025. During this promotional period, prospective buyers can take advantage of limited-time discounts on points purchases across Disney’s five resorts currently in active sales. However, after February 10, not only will these incentives
Corra the African Elephant at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Turns ONE!
Happy Birthday to Corra the Elephant! It’s a big, elephant-sized celebration at Disney’s Animal Kingdom as Corra, the youngest African elephant at the park, turns one year old this Friday! To mark the special occasion, her keepers surprised her with an early birthday treat filled with all her favorites—sweet potato,
Gary Sinise Foundation Brings the Snowball Express to Disney World Again for 2024
This holiday season, the Gary Sinise Foundation continued its heartfelt tradition of honoring families of fallen U.S. military heroes with the annual Snowball Express program at Walt Disney World. From December 7-10, 2024, more than 1,700 family members from across the nation—and as far away as Europe and Guam—gathered at
