Cuddle Up with the Loveable Lotso Weighted Plush at Epcot!
Looking for a cuddly companion with a bit of weight? Look no further than the adorable Lotso Weighted Plush, now available at Epcot and online at the Disney Store!
Priced at $39.99, the Lotso Weighted Plush is the perfect souvenir for any Disney fan or a thoughtful gift for someone who could use a little extra hug.
This soft and shaggy Lotso bear is filled with a removable 2.5-pound weighted pouch, making him perfect for those who enjoy the calming sensation of deep pressure stimulation. Whether you’re looking for a cozy cuddle buddy to relax with at home or a soothing friend to take on the go, Lotso is sure to become your new favorite weighted plush.
But don’t be fooled by his sweet smile! This former ruler of Sunnyside Daycare might be determined to become the top teddy in your collection, so keep an eye on him!
So don’t wait, head to Epcot or the Disney Store online and bring home Lotso today!
Roundup the Gang with the New Toy Story Loungefly Backpack at Epcot!
Get ready to “reach for the stars” with the latest must-have accessory spotted at the Creations Shop in Epcot. This pleather backpack is a dream come true for anyone who loves Pixar’s iconic characters.
Retailing for $78, this backpack is the perfect size for carrying all your park essentials. But the real magic lies in the design. The entire bag is covered in a vibrant, all-over print featuring nine of your favorite Toy Story pals!
Imagine Buzz Lightyear, Bo Peep, and Woody taking center stage on the top row. Right below them, you’ll find Mr. Potato Head, Hamm, and a little green man ready to cause some mischief. And don’t worry, Mrs. Potato Head, Rex, and Slinky Dog are joining the party too, with each row appearing multiple times on the bag.
The fun doesn’t stop there! The back of the backpack features the same uninterrupted character pattern, ensuring your Toy Story pride shines from every angle. For a touch of Disney magic, a red metal tag with the Disney Parks and Loungefly logos sits proudly on a blue patch at the top.
Carrying this backpack is a breeze thanks to the comfortable combination of blue vinyl straps and adjustable red nylon portions.
So, head over to the Creations Shop at Epcot and snag this new Loungefly backpack before it’s gone! It’s the perfect way to show your love for Toy Story and add a touch of whimsy to your next Disney adventure.
Adorable Stitch and Angel Shaved Ice Plushies now at Epcot!
Get ready to cool down with the adorable new additions to the beloved Stitch Attacks Snacks collection! Spotted at Epcot and available online at the Disney Store, Stitch and Angel are here to bring a touch of intergalactic sweetness to your summer.
For just $29.99, you can bring home Stitch, the lovable blue experiment, enjoying a refreshing shaved ice treat. With his eyes closed and tongue outstretched in pure delight, Stitch is digging into a colorful snow cone nestled in a Mickey Mouse-patterned cone. Stitch himself is sporting a cool blue aloha shirt adorned with a playful design of shaved ice cones, sprinkles, and even more Mickeys! This plush is the seventh in the year-long Stitch Attacks Snacks collection, featuring Stitch enjoying a different delicious treat each month.
Angel, Stitch’s equally mischievous counterpart, isn’t one to miss out on the fun! She’s also available in her own shaved ice plush, sporting a bright blue aloha dress that mirrors Stitch’s shirt design. Angel holds her Mickey Mouse-patterned cone with a wide, happy smile, ready to devour the colorful shaved ice within.
These cuddly plushes are the perfect way to commemorate your Disney vacation or add a touch of Lilo & Stitch charm to your home. So head over to Epcot or the Disney Store online and bring home a taste of summer with Stitch and Angel’s Shaved Ice Plushies!
Chill Out with the Mickey Mouse Shaved Ice Mini Backpack!
Get ready to quench your thirst for style with the new Mickey Mouse Shaved Ice Mini Backpack, spotted cruisin’ around Epcot! This icy-cute accessory, a collaboration between Disney and Loungefly, is the perfect way to add a touch of summer fun to your Disney Parks outfit.
Retailing for $89, this mini backpack is available for purchase at Epcot and online at the Disney Store. But don’t wait, treats this sweet tend to disappear fast!
This backpack is anything but ordinary. It features a vibrant allover design embossed with refreshing shaved ice, making it look good enough to eat. And to top it all off, a Mickey-shaped shaved ice treat serves as an adorable exterior front pocket, perfect for storing your smaller essentials.
Crafted from a simulated leather material, this mini backpack is built to last a day of park adventures. It features all the details you expect from Loungefly, including a roomy zippered compartment, adjustable padded shoulder straps, and side slip pockets for your water bottle and sunscreen. Plus, the interior lining is decorated with an allover Mickey shaved ice print, adding a touch of Disney magic to every peek inside.
Whether you’re strolling through World Showcase or conquering Space Mountain, this Mickey Mouse Shaved Ice Mini Backpack is the perfect way to keep your cool in style. It’s the ideal size for carrying your park essentials, and its delightful design is sure to turn heads. So grab yours today and let the Disney fun begin!
Disney Lorcana TCG Gateway: A Magical Entry Point for Aspiring TCG Fans
For Disney enthusiasts and trading card game novices alike, the new Disney Lorcana TCG Gateway offers a spellbinding entry into the enchanting world of Disney Lorcana. This standalone game, now gracing the shelves of Target and set to appear at mass retailers and local game stores nationwide starting August 9, 2024, promises to make the complex world of trading card games accessible to all.
Disney Lorcana TCG Gateway stands out with its unique blend of board game structure and trading card game mechanics. This progressive learn-to-play experience is specially crafted for beginners, offering an easy-to-follow, step-by-step introduction to the Disney Lorcana TCG universe. Each element of the game is meticulously designed to ensure that players can start playing right out of the box, making it an ideal starting point for those new to trading card games or the Disney Lorcana series.
The Gateway set includes two starting decks of 30 cards each, allowing for immediate two-player gameplay. As players progress, they can build complete 60-card decks, thanks to the graduated instructions provided. The learning experience is further enhanced with QR codes embedded in the rulebook, linking to short video tutorials that demonstrate each gameplay concept. This hybrid approach ensures that even the most inexperienced players can grasp the rules with ease.
In addition to the decks, the Gateway package includes a game board, 30 damage counters, two double-sided character movers, character bases, a rulebook, and a guidebook with QR codes for video tutorials. Two deck tips pamphlets are also provided, offering strategic insights to help players refine their gameplay. The comprehensive nature of these components ensures a well-rounded introduction to the Disney Lorcana TCG.
The game’s accessibility is underscored by its suitability for players aged 8 and up, making it a family-friendly option. Priced at an MSRP of $24.99 USD ($29.99 CAD), Disney Lorcana TCG Gateway offers tremendous value for its rich content and engaging learning experience.
After mastering the Gateway, players will be prepared to transition to prebuilt single-player decks available at retailers nationwide, further immersing themselves in the magical world of Disney Lorcana.
Our hands-on experience with Disney Lorcana TCG Gateway confirmed its status as a well-designed introduction to the game. The structured format and intuitive instructions make it an ideal starting point for beginners eager to delve into the world of trading card games.
The progressive learning system and clear tutorials ensure that even those unfamiliar with TCG mechanics can quickly get up to speed. However, more seasoned players may find the Gateway set a bit too basic for their tastes. For those already familiar with trading card games, we recommend steering towards the more advanced starter decks and booster packs available at retailers nationwide.
With its easy-to-follow instructions and hybrid board game/trading card game design, Disney Lorcana TCG Gateway is poised to be a favorite among new players. It’s not just a game—it’s an invitation to explore, learn, and experience the wonder of Disney Lorcana.
Set Sail for Spooktacular Fun with Disney Halloween Decorations at Costco
We may just have to start decorating already for Halloween this year! Get ready to set sail on a wave of spooky cheer with the all-new Disney Halloween decor now available at Costco!
Get ready to set sail on a wave of spooky cheer with the all-new Disney Animated Pirate Ship! This hauntingly delightful centerpiece features your favorite Disney crew, all aboard and ready for a swashbuckling adventure.The ship illuminates the night with a captivating glow, while the haunting melodies set the mood for spooky fun. No assembly is required, so you can spend less time prepping and more time planning your pirate-themed bash!
But the Disney fun doesn’t stop there! Costco also offers a hauntingly good selection of other Disney Halloween decorations, including:
Disney Haunted Party House with Lights & Music: Join the ghostly crew for a frightfully fun celebration! This haunted house lights up and plays spooky tunes, making it a perfect centerpiece for any Halloween gathering!
How adorable are these?!
Disney Halloween Mickey and Minnie Pumpkin Greeter: Spread Halloween cheer with Mickey and Minnie’s light-up Jack-O-Lantern! This festive decoration features spooky sounds and a timer function, so you can control when the frightfully fun begins.
Disney Jack Skellington Halloween Treat Bowl: This whimsically wicked treat bowl is perfect for holding all your favorite Halloween goodies.
So head over to your local Costco and let the Disney Halloween decorating begin!
New Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Trash Cans Now at Disney Springs
New Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD) trash cans have been added to the parking garages at Disney Springs. The new cans are part of the district’s ongoing efforts to improve waste management in the area.
The Orange parking garage at Disney Springs now features new trash and recycling cans from the CFTOD. These white cans are marked with a black CFTOD logo.
While the second floor of the Orange parking garage has been equipped with new trash cans, the first floor still features older gray cans bearing the faded RCID logo.
It’s only a matter of time before trash cans emblazoned with the logo of the new state-run governing body that replaced the RCID are scattered throughout Disney Springs. This visual transformation comes as a direct result of the protracted legal battle between the CFTOD and The Walt Disney Company, which concluded with a settlement on March 27, 2024.
Following months of legal wrangling, including a lawsuit filed by Governor Ron DeSantis and the CFTOD against Walt Disney World on May 1, 2023, the two parties reached an agreement. This settlement, finalized on June 12, 2024, mandates a $17 billion investment by Disney in Florida over the next two decades. In exchange, Disney secured a development agreement that includes the potential for a fifth gate at Walt Disney World. The following day, Disney formally dropped its lawsuit against Governor DeSantis.
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We have an exciting update for all you aspiring pirates. Due to ongoing construction near his usual meeting spot, the swashbuckling Captain Jack Sparrow has moved his meet and greet location to a new spot within Adventureland at Magic Kingdom.
Captain Jack Sparrow is now greeting guests at the (now closed) Tortuga Tavern, conveniently located near Pirates of the Caribbean as well as his former meeting spot. The location has been updated on the My Disney Experience app, this new meet and greet location is listed as “Adventureland, Near Tortuga Tavern.”
This new location will serve as the official meet and greet spot for Captain Jack Sparrow for the foreseeable future. As construction walls are prepped for installation at his old location, near the Plaza del Sol Caribe Bazaar, it appears that this change is here to stay for a while. While we do not yet have official confirmation on the reason for the construction walls, the update is widely believed to be assocaited with the highly anticipated Peg-Leg Pete lounge that was announced back in 2023 during the Destination D23 events.
If you’re looking for a sweet escape in the heart of Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom Park, look no further than Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies. This popular dining spot is now offering a delectable treat that you won’t want to miss: the Cold Brew Float with Salted Caramel Soft Serve.
Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies has long been a favorite for guests seeking a refreshing break from their adventures. Known for its delightful selection of soft-serve ice cream, sundaes, floats, smoothies, and fountain soft drinks, this spot offers the perfect combination of flavors to satisfy any sweet tooth.
The star of the new offerings is the Cold Brew Float with Salted Caramel Soft Serve, priced at just $6.49. This unique treat combines the rich, robust flavors of Joffrey’s French Roast cold brew coffee with the creamy, sweet goodness of salted caramel soft-serve ice cream. The result is a deliciously smooth float that offers the perfect balance of coffee and caramel, making it an ideal choice to cool down during a hot day at Magic Kingdom.
Joffrey’s is the official specialty coffee of Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort and Disney Vacation Club, and the site of a Joffrey’s kiosk is one indication that you have arrived home at Walt Disney World. The Joffrey’s stand at the Ticket and Transportation Center is a popular spot to grab a cuppa Joe on your way into Magic Kingdom, but the area often left guests feeling a bit warm while enjoying their beverage in the hot Florida sun.
Thankfully, your days standing directly in the sun to enjoy your specialty coffee or tea drink have come to an end. Disney has installed a standing table under the shaded area that is attached to the right side of the stand.
This table is the perfect spot to enjoy a coffee, tea, or limited-time beverage with your friends before hopping on the monorail to Magic Kingdom or EPCOT or the Ferry Boat over to the Magic Kingdom.
So, what is your go-to drink at Joffrey’s? Leave us a comment to let us know?
Guests entering Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom are treated to posters displaying the parks new attractions and upcoming events. The updated Country Bear Musical Jamboree is the latest poster to be added to the lineup.
At the heart of the poster, the largest oval showcases Henry proudly donning his new white cowboy hat and matching coat, with Big Al cheekily peeking out from behind his shoulder. Below this central scene, Sammy the Raccoon sports a white cowboy hat and a blue bandana, adding a touch of charm to the composition.
To the right of the central oval, Teddi Barra makes a statement in her vibrant pink cowboy hat. Continuing clockwise, the poster features Wendell gazing up at Teddi with a smile, the trio of Bunny, Bubbles, and Beulah harmonizing together, Romeo McGrowl flaunting his stylish new look, and Trixie dazzling in her fresh pink and blue ensemble.
At the base of the poster, a bold yellow banner spans the entire width, announcing “New Acts,” “Continuous Shows Daily,” and “Now Playing,” inviting everyone to join the excitement.
Disney World Swan And Dolphin Appoints New Director of Food and Beverage
Walt Disney World’s Swan and Dolphin has appointed Greg Sherman as the new director of food and beverage, overseeing their extensive operation comprised of 23 world-class restaurants.
Sherman brings over 25 years of experience to the role, having held positions such as executive chef, general manager, regional general manager, and director of training and development.
Most recently, Sherman served as Chief Operating Officer at Rosa Mexicano, where he oversaw various aspects of the restaurant chain’s operations including culinary, beverage, and private dining. His impressive tenure included opening new locations, managing a large team, and implementing successful training programs.
In a press release, Swan and Dolphin representatives highlighted Sherman’s strong alignment with their company culture. They praised his diverse background, impressive achievements, and commitment to genuine hospitality.
“The food and beverage operation at Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin is highly specialized,” said Sean Verney, Swan and Dolphin area general manager. “We are confident that Greg’s experience and skills make him an ideal fit for our team.”
Situated within Walt Disney World, the award-winning Swan and Dolphin boasts 23 restaurants and lounges, along with a renowned culinary and beverage team. The resort is known for its consistently recognized food and beverage program.
