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Disney Plus review: How ‘Jungle Book’ makes a man out of Mowgli View the full article

Even with the doors back open, the Kissimmee castle faces considerable financial challenges ahead like many other smaller attractions in Central Florida’s tourism’s industry. View the full article

Another big Disney auction — filled with theme-park memorabilia, costumes, art, rare documents and more — is around the corner. View the full article

If there’s one thing in the universe we’re totally and completely OBSESSED with, it has to be Baby Yoda, a.k.a., The Child! Baby Yoda Plush This little guy is EVERYWHERE. He’s on our shoulders, on our leggings, on our bedsheets, and in our toybox. And now, the runaway favorite character from The Mandalorian has popped up in another place — in our photos! ©Disney Today, we heard rumblings that there was a new Photopass Magic Shot opportunity in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge featuring Baby Yoda. After asking the citizens of Batuu about a certain Child, we were pointed to a rock wall near the Droid Depot. Baby Yoda Photopass opportunity at Galaxy’s Edge Here, a lovely Cast Member, err, citizen of Batuu, will take a snapshot of you and the biggest star in the Star Wars Galaxy, and we must say, he’s pretty darn cute! Baby Yoda!! There can be a bit of a line for this photo opportunity, but unlike SOME Star Wars items, this Photopass opportunity is not going to sell out. So wear your best Mandalorian DisneyBound, and smile!! Why is THIS Part of Galaxy’s Edge Roped Off? Allow Us to Explain. Will you get your photo taken with Baby Yoda next time you’re at Hollywood Studios? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: First Look and Review: We Tried The NEW Takodana Quencher at Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo in Disney World’s Galaxy’s Edge! What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Massive Crowds, RARE Character Sightings, and Twisted Spirit Jerseys! What’s New at Hollywood Studios — An AristoCats Dress, A Wookiee Cookie, and The Rise of Skywalker EVERYTHING! View the full article

Things are starting to feel a little out of sync at Disney World right now! Last time we checked our calendars, the year was still 2020! (As if we could forget!) 2020 Ear Hat Ornament Despite us being firmly in a new decade, TONS of the new merchandise we’ve been finding at Disney World recently is soooooo ’90s-inspired! Remember this Tarzan Shirt we spotted at Magic Kingdom yesterday? It was just one of many throwback tees we stumbled across! We’re definitely feeling like we’ve traveled back in time after seeing even more retro-looking tops today at Hollywood Studios! Check out this new Yester Ears Tank for $29.99. It’s even distressed to make it appear like it’s vintage! Yester Ears Tank Umm…bebe called and they want their tank top back! This teeny spaghetti strap number is something we definitely would’ve rocked with our Doc Martens, black nail polish, and way too many barrettes in our hair! Pick up this Peace, Love, and Mickey Top for $34.99! Mickey Tank Top How ’90s is this new Mickey Sweatshirt for $39.99? Like, TOTALLY! If we were trying to come up with an outfit that best described our sense of style growing up, this sweatshirt would be our top pick! It just SCREAMS The Gap! Mickey Sweatshirt Maybe it wasn’t YOU who was rocking a Denim Disney Shirt back in the day, but we bet your mom had one! Throw on some stirrup pants, slouchy socks, and a pair of slip-on shoes and you’ve got yourself a true ’90s lewk! This new Denim Disney Shirt is $49.99 — which is a bit pricey, but these vintage shirts are very hard to find in the wild! Save yourself the hunt by getting a new one instead! Denim Mickey Shirt This last shirt isn’t very vintage-looking, but it was new-to-us today! You can also get this new Best Day Ever Shirt for $36.99 if going retro isn’t your thing! Best Day Every Shirt What do you think — could 2020 get any weirder? If our last few shopping sprees are any indicator, let’s just say YUP! Probably! Check out the new Hercules tees we spotted at Hollywood Studios today here! What do you think of Disney’s ’90s-inspired merch? Tell us if you think it’s cute or nah in the comments below! Related posts: CUTE ALERT! We Found the MORE of The Newest Disney World Retro Kitchenware Collection! We’re Totally Adding This NEW Dress in Disney World to Our Collection! Oh Boy! There’s SO MUCH Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Merch Coming to Disney Parks! View the full article

After months of closures, Downtown Disney at Disneyland Resort reopened a few weeks ago! We’ve been scouting out all the new merch, shops, and reopened dining. Some new things popped up this week and we’re here to share it with all of you! Downtown Disney Food Update Tortilla Jo’s Tortilla Jo’s has officially reopened! On our last visit, we spotted new stanchions, physical distancing floor markers, and a newly extended patio with distanced tables. Today, we got the official notice that the restaurant is open! Tortilla Jo’s Entrance Tortilla Jo’s is available for outdoor seating every day from 11AM to 8PM. Learn more about Tortilla Jo’s Reopening here! Downtown Disney Merchandise Update The Dress Shop We spotted the new Mickey Mickey Mouse Faces mini backpack and wallet online and in Walt Disney World. Now, we’ve seen the Mickey wallet in person at World of Disney and even spotted something new at The Dress Shop! The new mini Mickey backpack is incredibly adorable. This one comes in black! Mickey Backpack We think this teensy backpack is the perfect way to hold your Disney spending money, and it cost $40. Have you seen the new Mickey Pastel Rainbow bags? Check them out here! World of Disney That’s no moon. That’s a new Star Wars t-shirt! We found two spiffy collared tees at World of Disney. The Star Wars tee features the Death Star… Star Wars T-Shirt and the Marvel shirt is bright blue with small pictures representing Marvel characters. The shirts have collars so that means they’re dress shirts right? Marvel T-Shirt These shirts cost $59.99 each at World of Disney! Need something else to dress up your outfit? Take a look at this Millennium Falcon bag! The Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival was cut short when the park closed in March. You can still get some event merchandise if you head to World of Disney! We spotted three Food and Wine pins featuring Pluto, Chip and Dale, and the 2020 Food and Wine logo. DCA Food and Wine Pin Each of these pins is $17.99. See all the California Adventure Food and Wine pins available here! Disneyland’s 65th anniversary merchandise has proven to be incredibly popular among collectors. The online shopping event drew an enormous crowd when it was first released. We recently visited World of Disney and found that most of the items, like the coveted 65th anniversary spirit jersey, have been restocked! Disneyland 65th Anniversary Merchandise The only thing we didn’t see was the anniversary Minnie Mouse ears. Hopefully, they will make a reappearance soon. Learn more about the Disneyland 65th Anniversary Merchandise here! What’s cuter than Baby Yoda? An actual baby dressed up as Baby Yoda. We found The Child (a.k.a. Baby Yoda) onesie on shopDisney and at Disney World, and now it’s finally arrived at Downtown Disney! You can grab the cutest baby outfit in the galaxy at World of Disney! Baby Yoda Onesie Speaking of ADORABLE merch, we first spotted the super silly Forky hairbrush at Walt Disney World. We were surprised to find that this bizarre piece of merch flew off the shelves in a matter of days. Well, Forky has made his way to the West Coast! Forky Hairbrush We recently found him chilling at World of Disney. Californians can now bask in the glorious wonder that is the new Forky brush! Take a good look at the Forky brush here! California Sole California Sole is a laid-back shore store brand new to Downtown Disney. What kind of shoes? The name says it all. The company sells footwear meant for sandy beaches and strolls on the boardwalk. Disney Havaiana at California Sole You can find brands like Sanuk, Vans, and Disney Havaiana sandals too! Learn more about California Sole’s opening here! It’s been quite the week for Disney merchandise! We spotted new Mickey backpacks, found an awesome Star Wars shirt, and checked out the new California Sole store. Check back with us soon as we continue to scope out Downtown Disney! Have you heard about Disneyland’s new face mask policy? Check out all the information here! Are you heading to Downtown Disney soon? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: What’s New In Downtown Disney — 65th Anniversary Merchandise, Increased Shade, and Restaurant Updates What’s New at Disneyland Resort: Food & Wine Booths, Ink & Paint Merchandise, and the Sweetest Sundae EVER! What’s New at the Disneyland Resort: A BUNCH of Food and Wine Festival Eats and New ABC Mug Designs View the full article

There are a few things we LOVE about the Mexico Pavilion at EPCOT. Avocado margaritas at La Cava del Tequila, dining in the twilight at San Angel Inn Restaurante… San Angel Inn …And, of course, riding Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros! But, the Three Caballeros are just down to two this week. Earlier this week, we heard that José Carioca had malfunctioned and was MISSING from the slow-moving boat ride. And, of course, we had to see our favorite band for ourselves if the rumors were true! Gran Fiesta Tour And as we rounded the final corner of the Gran Fiesta Tour, yes, it turned out that José was NOT there for the troubadours’ grand finale! Donde esta Jose?! Donald Duck and Panchito were still there, singing at the top of their lungs and singing about “where one, two, and three goes,” and always being together, but No. 3 was absent. Instead, some orange and yellow flowers lay where José once stood. The…Two Caballeros This ride may be all about finding that wandering Donald Duck, but we’re wondering where Jose went and when he will be back! When he does return to the show, you know we’ll let you know! The Three Caballeros are due for a BIG reunion. La Cava del Tequila looks TOTALLY different now too. See how here! Is the Gran Fiesta Tour on your must-ride list at EPCOT? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Take A Deeper Look at Epcot’s Gran Fiesta Tour with THIS Disney World Ride-Through! Take This New Three Caballeros MagicBand on a Gran Fiesta Tour Around Disney World! Find Out Where You Can Get a FREE Margarita Jello Heart in Disney World Today! View the full article

Adventures at Home – Iceland | #DisneyMagicMoments View the full article

Florida may seem totally reopened, with Disney World, Universal Studios, and other theme parks reopened. But the global health crisis has led to the cancellation of one big event: the Republican National Convention. Check health and safety information prior to your visit Today, President Donald Trump announced that the Jacksonville portion of the RNC has been canceled due to a “COVID flare-up.” “The timing for this event is not right,” Trump said, according to USA Today. Later on, he continued to say that, “I care deeply about the people of Florida and everywhere else, frankly, in this country and even in the world who would be coming into the state. And I don’t want to do anything to upset it.” Florida Palm Trees The convention was due to take place from August 24th through August 27th. When more news about the Sunshine State pops up, we’ll let you know about it and how it may impact your own travels. This state has just issued a new travel advisory for people coming from Florida — read more here. Related posts: Universal Orlando CityWalk is Reportedly Planning a Partial Reopening SOON Universal Sends Out Surveys About Potential Re-Opening Scenarios SeaWorld Orlando Tested Their Mako Coaster With Masked Riders Today! View the full article

There have been a lot of changes at Disney World lately, and we’re not just talkin’ about all the new health and safety modifications! Paddlefish Crab Cake “BLT” Now that many restaurants inside the theme parks have reopened, they’ve scaled back on quite a few of their offerings. We also saw a lot of menu slashing happen right before several restaurants reopened in Disney Springs. Terralina Crafted Italian and Paddlefish, however, appear to be heading in a different direction. Both Disney Springs locations (which are owned by Levy Restaurants) reopened back in May. And both restaurants have ADDED quite a few items to their menus! Terralina Menu Changes First up, let’s look at the changes Terralina has made! It appears they’ve switched up their Burrata which used to come with pickled beets, kale, lemon, and crostini. Burrata Their Burrata now includes tomato jam, smoked sea salt, arugula, lemon, and thyme. As true burrata aficionados, we’ll look forward to trying it out on our next visit! Check out our most recent review of Terralina here! And LOOK at all the stuff they’ve just ADDED! Food and Beverage Added to Terralina’s Menu Antipasti Tower — (serves four) Prosciutto, Spicy Capicola, Grana Padano, Bocconcini, Tomatoes, Pickled Vegetables, Grilled Zucchini, Parmesan Crisp, Olives, House-made Pecorino-Truffle Potato Chips for $37.00 Carpaccio, Baby Arugula, Mint-Basil Aïoli, Shaved Parmesan, Fried Capers, Crostini for $15.00 Italian Fries — creamy Cheese sauce and Salami for $14.00 Baby Arugula Salad featuring Strawberry, shaved Parmesan, shaved Fennel and Citrus Vinaigrette for $11 Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Arugula, Tomato, and Lemon-Caper Aïoli served with House-made Pecorino-Truffle Potato Chips and Garlic Pickles for $16.00 Grilled Vegetable Sandwich — Zucchini, Portobello Mushroom, Red Onion, Roasted Red Pepper, Fresh Mozzarella, Pesto Aïoli, and Balsamic Drizzle served with House-made Pecorino-Truffle Potato Chips and Garlic Pickles for $14.00 Italian Grinder — Soppressata, Peppers, Zucchini, Tomatoes, Arugula, Fontina, and Chili-Sage Aïoli served with House-made Pecorino-Truffle Potato Chips and Garlic Pickles for $14.00 Chicken Parmesan Sandwich — Mozzarella and Herbed Pesto served with House-made Pecorino-Truffle Potato Chips and Garlic Pickles for $14.00 Eggplant Parmesan Sandwich — Mozzarella and Herbed Pesto served with House-made Pecorino-Truffle Potato Chips and Garlic Pickles for $13.00 Citrus Half Chicken with Mashed Potatoes, Asparagus, and Gremolata for $25.00 Lemon Panna Cotta with Candied Thyme for $9.00 Hank’s Root Beer Mojito Árvero Limoncello Italian Margarita Mediterranean Martini Terralina Crafted Italian Okay, okay…there have been a few more subtractions — but not very many! Food and Beverages Removed From Terralina’s Menu Calzone made with Roasted Pork, Sweet Peppers, and Spinach The Springs Negroni Revered Heritage Cozy Terrace Nighttime Pleasantries Crafted Lemonade Pitcher Seasonal Bellini Star Crossed Lovers Limoncello Mojito is Still Available at Terralina Mostly mixed drinks have gotten the boot, so if you’re a non-drinker, the only subtraction you’ll have to worry about is Terralina’s Calzone! Now let’s look at how Paddlefish has changed up its menu. Paddlefish Exterior Paddlefish Menu Changes It looks like there are more appetizers, desserts, cocktails, and Kids’ Menu options to choose from! Food and Beverages Added to Paddlefish’s Menu Crab Guacamole Lump Crab served with Onion, Tomato, Jalapeño, Cilantro, Lime, Avocado and Tajin Tortilla chips for $36.00 Main Stuffed Cod Shrimp & Scallops with Corn Bread stuffing, Asparagus, Red Potato and mustard cream sauce for $35.00 Catfish Cornmeal Crust — Edamame-smoked Bacon Succotash, Creole Mustard for $25.00 New York-style Cheesecake — Farm-fresh strawberry compote for $9 Chicken Fingers served with French Fries (Kids’ Menu) for $10.00 Linguine served with choice of Marinara or Parmesean Cream. Add Chicken $2 or add Shrimp $4 (Kids’ Menu) for $8.00 Crispy Shrimp served with French Fries and classic cocktail sauce (Kids’ Menu) for $12.00 Big Wave, Golden Ale Hawaiian Lion, Coconut Coffee $9.00 Islamorada, Citrus Ale $9.00 Lili’s Steamboat Breeze — Broadbent Rose, Cathead Honeysuckle, Elderflower, and fresh Lemon Paddlefish Beef Skewers But just like Terralina’s menu, not everything made the cut! Food Removed From Paddlefish’s Menu Brownie Milkshake Flourless Chocolate Cake Chocolate Crème Brûlée Spiced Apple Bread Pudding New York-style Cheesecake Key Lime Pie Shrimp Pasta (Kids’ Menu) Hot Fudge Brownie Sundae (Kids’ Menu) Beverages Removed From Paddlefish’s Menu Atlantic City Mayport – Red Ale Sweetwater 420 – EPA Michelob Ultra Sailfish White Marlin – Wit Prohibition Mai Tai The Bloody Mary Pecan Chicory Espresso Martini Prohibition Mai Tai Has Disappeared! Could these menu additions be the first of many? We’d love to see some of our favorite appetizers, entrées, and desserts return to Disney World! We’ll let you know as soon as we spot any more menu changes. Good news or bad, we want you guys to be prepared! Is California Grill in Disney World still worth it — even without fireworks? Read our review to find out! What do you make of all the menu changes happening across Disney World? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Related posts: Did Your Favorite Disney Springs Meal Survive These Menu Changes? What’s New in Disney Springs: a NEW Caramel Sundae, Neon Merch Galore, and Refillable Popcorn Buckets! Paddlefish and Terralina Crafted Italian Will Be Laying Off Workers in Disney Springs View the full article

It can be hard to always remember every little thing you need to pack for a Walt Disney World, between your Minnie Mouse ears, extra water bottles, MagicBands, and other various park gear, it can all get a little overwhelming! Small Rainbow Suitcase Now, there’s a new offer for Annual Passholders that will allow you to leave some of your park-specific goodies in Orlando! If you’re a Disney World Annual Passholder who doesn’t happen to live in Florida, Owner’s Locker has a new deal for you, and the first six months are FREE! ©Owner’s Locker But how does it work? Owner’s Locker will provide you with a container to store personal items, which is stored in their climate-controlled warehouse. To make things even easier, they’ll pick up the container for you from your resort when you leave, store it, and then have it waiting for you at your next resort when you return to Disney World. Disney’s Beach Club Resort As a part of the Annual Passholder deal, the first six months are free, then the second six months are $5.25 per month. After the first year, the locker is $10.50 a month. Your first round trip visit is free, and after that it is $27.50 for your first locker and $13.75 for any additional locker. If this sounds good, you can sign up for this deal at Owner’s Locker’s website. Not storing your items at Disney World? This hack can save you suitcase space! Do you store some of your park gear at Walt Disney World? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Nothin’ But Net! Shoot and Score With This NBA Experience DISCOUNT in Disney World! Display Your Annual Passholder Pride With This NEW Phone Case in Disney World! Confirmed: Disney World Will Offer Annual Passholder Previews View the full article

Earlier today AMC delayed its reopening timeline. The Rise of Skywalker Premiere at AMC Disney’s live-action remake of Mulan had been rescheduled to premiere on August 21st, but now, Disney has just announced several movies they’ve finished or are currently working on have been delayed. According to CNN, Mulan‘s release date has been delayed indefinitely. But that’s not all — Disney has several projects in the making including sequels to Avatar and additional Star Wars Story films. All scheduled Star Wars and Avatar films between 2021 and 2027 will be pushed back by one year. In a written statement just issued by Avatar‘s director James Cameron, he states, “As many of you are aware, due to COVID-19, we were forced into an unexpected lengthy delay in starting the live-action filming we are currently doing in New Zealand. What most of you likely do not know is that the pandemic is still preventing us from being allowed to recommence most of our virtual production work on stages in Los Angeles.” Filming of the Avatar Sequels, Photo Credit: Jon Landau The first sequel to Avatar was set to debut in December 2021, but Cameron’s letter goes on to state it will no longer be possible to make that delivery date. That means the new release date for Avatar 2 is now slated for December 16th, 2022. According to Fandango, here is the new release schedule for the Avatar films: Avatar 2: December 16, 2022 Avatar 3: December 20, 2024 Avatar 4: December 18, 2026 Avatar 5: December 22, 2028 Disney has said a new live-action film will take the place of Avatar 2’s release date on December 16th, 2021, but they haven’t announced which movie it will be. Stay here for more updates on this developing story! Get all the details on the release date delay of Mulan here. Are you surprised Disney has delayed several of their movie premieres? Share your thoughts in the comments below. Related posts: News: Disney Has Resumed Filming On These Sequels! MORE Presentations Announced for D23 Expo 2019! NEWS and REVIEW! Millennium Falcon Ice Cream Sandwiches Are Now Available at a Grocery Store Near You! View the full article

We’ve been really anticipating the release of Disney’s live-action remake of Mulan this year. ©Disney Initially, Mulan was supposed to premiere on March 27th. However, due to the global health crisis, the film has seen a series of delays to the release date. Now, Disney has delayed the film once more — and this time, they haven’t set a new date. Last month, Disney pushed Mulan‘s theatrical release to August 21st. According to CNBC, Disney has made changes to its release calendar. Mulan has been listed with an “unset” release date. At this time, this blockbuster is delayed indefinitely. @Walt Disney Studios The company explained that these further delays have been instituted as a result of theater closures and production shutdowns during the global health crisis. ©Walt Disney Studios We will be sure to keep an eye out for any updates on the Mulan film. One day we will get to watch one of our favorite princesses save all of China, but it seems like it might be a little farther off than we’d anticipated. Click here to learn more about the recent delay for AMC theaters! Are you bummed about the latest Mulan news? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: NEWS! New Film Release Dates Announced For Mulan, Jungle Cruise, Black Widow, and More! Create Your Own Home Movie Theater With This Disney DIY Onward Screening! Disney HOW-TO! Decorate Your Own DIY Adventure Book Inspired by Disney’s “Up!” View the full article

Welcome to the next chapter of “Adventures at Home,” a series that brings you customized at-home experiences inspired by some of our most popular Adventures by Disney destinations. Today we say “Velkominn” to Iceland as we virtually explore the majestic natural wonders, local traditions and culinary flair of this vibrant Nordic nation. 1. Discover the Land of Fire and Ice Iceland’s unique landscape has been adorned with imposing waterfalls, otherworldly valleys, monumental glaciers and stunning volcanoes. Experience the breathtaking sights of the land of fire and ice with this virtual tour featuring highlights from Adventures by Disney. TIP: Many streaming devices and smart TVs allow you to mirror your smart device/computer and play videos directly on the big screen. 2. Nordic Fun You can always count on the Adventure Guides to have the ultimate toolkit for fun and entertaining. Here is an exciting family game that will test your guessing abilities, with an Icelandic twist. Just print this game guide and get ready to identify the animals, places and things you can encounter while adventuring in Iceland! 3. Geyser Bread! Iceland’s unique rúgbrauð is a dark rye bread cooked by placing the dough into covered pots and burying them near geothermal springs. The steam from the springs does the baking and the result is a dense, almost cake-like loaf of bread that tastes a bit like caramel. We know most of us don’t have a geothermal spring handy but one of our Icelandic Adventure Guides shared a hack to make this delicious doughy goodness at home. Download a printable version of the recipe here. Ingredients: 1 Cup rye flour1/3 Cup whole wheat flour1 Tsp baking powder½ Tsp baking soda1 ¼ Cups of buttermilk5 Tbsp golden syrup A pinch of saltInstructions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F, and line and grease a 1 Lb loaf panMix all the ingredients with a spoon until you reach a similar consistency to oatmealPour mix into a loaf pan and cover loosely with foil (the dough will rise so give the foil a dome shape)Place in the oven and lower the heat to 225 degrees FBake for 7 hoursRemove from the oven and cool4. Icelandic Legends! Iceland has a rich history of folklore and legends. Throughout our itinerary, Adventure Guides regale adventurers with entertaining tales of trolls, elves and hidden people that inhabit the majestic and mysterious landscapes of this Nordic island. Our friends from Disney Family shared instructions to create a delicious treat inspired by the magical stone trolls from Frozen. Fun fact: Iceland influenced the visual design and the story of Frozen 2. If you are looking to continue experiencing amazing destinations with Adventures by Disney, set sail on a river cruise through the South of France, join our safari to South Africa or embark on an expedition to Montana and Yellowstone National Park. Stay tuned to Disney Parks Blog for even more #DisneyMagicMoments and experience the magic of Disney wherever you may be. See ya next time, adventurers! View the full article

Downtown Disney’s phased reopening began on July 9th with several new health and safety measures in place. Lines at Downtown Disney Moments ago we told you Tortilla Jo’s had reopened for all your taco and margarita needs. Now it looks like we’ll be dropping anchor at Ballast Point Brewery and Kitchen which has also reopened today! Word went out on Disneyland’s official Twitter feed today that Ballast Point is now open! Based in San Diego, the brewery opened its Downtown Disney location in 2019 and their eats are specially prepared for pairing with their signature craft beers! We’re talking Bavarian-style soft pretzels, nachos, and some incredible burgers to go with your brews. Ballast Point Menu Offerings If you’ve got a hankering for a hoppy IPA, a malty Scottish Ale or a crispy and fruity lager, Ballast Point has got you covered! Click here to read our full review of Ballast Point and see photos of what it looks like — inside and out! Downtown Disney has made some big changes to their face mask policy! Click here to read everything you need to know before you go! Have you ever been to Ballast Point? Let us know which beers you’ve tried in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Downtown Disney and the Disneyland Resorts: TONS of Wedding Merchandise, a Sparkly Galaxy Parfait, and More! Disneyland Cast Members Are Being Invited To a Special Downtown Disney Preview! What’s New at Disneyland Hotels and Downtown Disney: Peanut Butter Blondies, Sorcerer Mickey Cupcakes, and Class of 2020 Grad Ears! View the full article

If you’ve been following our #DisneyMagicMoments, then you know Disney cast member Katelyn and her extraordinary at-home recreation of Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park. Months ago, Katelyn led a creative tour of the Harambe Wildlife Reserve simply to make people smile at home. Now, Katelyn is back – creating magic for visiting guests at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park. And during the recent reopening of the park, she enjoyed her own magical moment with a surprise meeting with Disney Chief Executive Officer Bob Chapek. It’s a moment Katelyn will never forget! Katelyn also told us during our latest edition of #DisneyCastLife that she’s grateful her video entertained so many people but she’s really overjoyed to be back greeting and educating guests in the park. Katelyn said, “I came back and I was like, ahh, I’m home!” Be sure to keep an eye out for additional #DisneyMagicMoments and #DisneyCastLife stories right here on the Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

Daily Orlando Sentinel Now podcast: Florida’s coronavirus deaths up by a record 173 in one day, so far most parents choosing virtual schooling, small business relief in Orange, and Disney updates face mask policy. View the full article

Now more than ever, friendships both near and far are an important part of our lives as much as staying true to ourselves. Today, we are thrilled to share an all-new global celebration called Mickey & Friends: Stay True inspired by the Sensational Six — Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Goofy and Pluto — and their iconic friendships. Countless adventures and almost a century’s worth of milestones and friendship have cemented the Sensational Six as a symbol of loyalty, kindness and hope around the world. Starting this week and culminating on July 30, which just happens to be International Friendship Day, we are calling on fans across the globe to give a shout out to their friends for “staying true” through social media channels, free digital activations and more, using #MickeyFriendsStayTrue. Ready to join in on the fun? Stay tuned to the @MickeyTrueOriginal Instagram handle where we’ll provide fans with fun ways to get involved — each inspired by a different member of the Sensational Six — every day throughout the week. Also, be sure to use the #MickeyFriendsStayTrue hashtag to share your stories of friendship, some of which might end up being featured on Disney’s social platforms and on “Good Morning America.” Check out how some of our friends are already celebrating: In honor of this iconic group of friends, an all-new collaboration with Disney Parks x BaubleBar will launch on July 30th on shopDisney.com. As seen above, the first release is themed to Mickey & Friends and features adorable accessories from earrings and necklaces to bracelets and rings for fans of the Sensational Six! Additionally, visit shopDisney.com for an all-new curated shopping page featuring all the best Mickey & Friends must-haves. Stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog because our Mickey & Friends: Stay True celebration will continue throughout the year with even more surprises. For the latest, follow @MickeyTrueOriginal and use #MickeyFriendsStayTrue on Instagram. View the full article

Since Disney’s Hollywood Studios reopened, we’ve received questions about why the virtual queue fills so quickly each day. As you’ve also heard here on the Disney Parks Blog, new health-and-safety measures include limiting theme park attendance and implementing new measures to promote physical distancing. This includes requiring extra space between groups in queues and on attraction vehicles. With all of this in mind, we are not able to accommodate as many people on Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance as we could before we implemented physical distancing. For guests with a Disney Park Pass reservation to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the attraction will continue to have limited availability accessible through the My Disney Experience app virtual queue. Starting Friday, July 24, guests will have an opportunity at either 10 a.m. or 2 p.m. to join the virtual queue. These two opportunities are intended to give guests more flexibility in their planning, and are also a way to further support physical distancing. Here are more details to be aware of before you arrive: First, make sure you have the My Disney Experience app. Once you enter the park, log in to your account at one of the distribution times (10 a.m. or 2 p.m.).Once you have logged in, select “Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Virtual Queue” on the home screen. You will be able to view the current status and next steps for joining the virtual queue. The app will indicate when there is no availability for a specific distribution time. Some guests may join backup groups. As long as your My Disney Experience account is linked to park tickets for you and the others in your group, you can enroll everyone in the virtual queue at the same time. In order to give as many guests as possible the opportunity to join the Resistance, each guest can enter the virtual queue no more than once per day.Make sure push notifications are turned on for My Disney Experience so you will be alerted if your group is called to return. You’ll have up to an hour from the time of the alert to go to the entrance of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. Guests who are enrolled in the virtual queue will be able to see an estimated return time indicating when they may be called back to experience the attraction. This time may change throughout the day, so continue to check the app for updates. Also, the tip boards around the park will display the boarding groups that have been called back.Please note that joining the virtual queue does not guarantee the ability to experience Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. If you have any questions or need assistance with joining the virtual queue, cast members at Guest Experience Team locations throughout the park are available to assist. While you wait for your virtual queue group to be called, you can enjoy other experiences at Disney’s Hollywood Studios including our newest addition, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. View the full article

STK Orlando's got new lunch and brunch items at its Disney Springs outpost. View the full article

Disney annual passholders can save 30 percent on select merchandise through Aug. 14 at Walt Disney World Resort. View the full article

TRON Lightcycle Power Run! | Race Your Way Through This Digital Adventure View the full article

Are you prepared for digitization? Then enter the Grid and hop aboard TRON Lightcycle Power Run at Shanghai Disneyland! In this new “Ride & Learn” video, you’ll discover all sorts of fascinating insights into the creation and story of this thrilling and iconic roller coaster attraction. The feeling of launching out under its undulating canopy is unlike anything else I’ve ever experienced in a Disney park (especially at night!). I’m typically a front-row coaster guy, but on TRON Lightcycle Power Run, I love sitting farther back, like you see in this video. From this perspective, you have a fantastic view of the glowing lightcyles as they race along in front of you and power through the Grid. So jump on your virtual lightcycle and sync the pedal to moto-metal while twisting, turning and riding for victory in the cyber-fi world of TRON! And keep checking back with us here at the Disney Parks Blog for more #DisneyMagicMoments like this one. View the full article

When the craving for deep fried choux pastry with a sweet cinnamon-sugar coating strikes, you gotta get a CHURRO! Check out this fun video that captures all the cinnamon sugary yumminess – complete with a chocolate dipping sauce! This is a delicious reminder that churros can make any day better! Want to make Churro Bites at home? We posted a simple at-home recipe inspired by the iconic snack served at all our parks around the globe on Disney Parks Blog a few months ago as part of #DisneyMagicMoments. You can find the recipe here. And remember, at select Walt Disney World Resort locations, you can use the convenient mobile order service in the My Disney Experience app* to order, pay for, and pick up your favorite cinnamon-sugary snack. Stay connected with Disney Parks Blog for more delicious Disney news and be sure to share the magic with other Disney fans using the hashtag #DisneyMagicMoments. *Message, data and roaming rates may apply. Availability subject to handset limitations and features may vary by handset, service provider or otherwise. Coverage and app stores not available everywhere. If you’re under 18, get your parents’ permission first. View the full article

SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens offer free admission for military veterans View the full article