Notes from Neverland

06/11/2024

Video: Learn about the new Storytelling Window in the Magic Kingdom.

If you’ve been in Liberty Square at Magic Kingdom recently, you might have noticed the silhouette of Ichabod Crane in one of the upper windows on the Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe. The subtle addition is being called a Storytelling Window by Disney, and it adds a fun bit of life to the space. Walt Disn...

03/11/2024

Cranes are in place and pillars have been poured at the Reflections - A Disney Lakeside Lodge site.

The hotel project near Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground has gone vertical. Cranes are in place on the site of the Reflections – A Disney Lakeside Lodge hotel, and pillars are already being erected. Disney hasn’t commented or given an update on this project, but it’s clear a lar...

01/11/2024

No surprise: Tiana's Bayou Adventure at Disneyland will use a virtual queue.

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland Park will use a virtual queue when it opens on November 15, 2024. Disney says the virtual queue will be utilized during the initial opening days, and that a standby queue won’t be offered at that time. Guests hoping to ride Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will nee...

31/10/2024

Big changes are coming to the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin.

The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin has announced a massive expansion that will aim to make the resort the premier convention destination in the region. The $275 million update will add 120,000 feet of additional convention space, refresh and modernize guest rooms, and improve technology around t...

29/10/2024

You've decided to stay at a moderate resort at Walt Disney World. Should you spend the extra money for a view upgrade?

Should you pay for a view upgrade at a Disney moderate resort? We think your money might be better spent elsewhere.

23/10/2024

Annual passes just became more expensive at Walt Disney World.

Disney has increased the price for all annual passes at Walt Disney World. The cost for a new annual pass increased between 3% and 7%, while renewal prices for all passes also went up. Below is a look at all of the new prices. Note that tax is not included. New Annual Pass Prices New […]

16/10/2024

Here's the full celebrity narrator schedule for the 2024 EPCOT Candlelight Processional.

The Candlelight Processional is returning to EPCOT in 2024! Join a celebrity narrator, a 50-piece orchestra, and a choir of singers as they tell the story of Christmas. Disney has just announced the schedule of celebrity narrators, and we see some new celebrities. Note that the schedule below is sub...

16/10/2024

Disney has announced Lightning Lane Premier Pass at both Disney World and Disneyland. Let's talk about it and the high prices.

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15/10/2024

The first section of DinoLand USA will close in January 2025.

Disney has announced that the first construction walls will go up in DinoLand USA on January 13, 2025 as the land is turned into the new Tropical Americas. DinoLand USA will change in phases, with TriceraTop Spin, Fossil Fun Games, and Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures Gift Shop being the firs...

14/10/2024

Magic Kingdom's Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is closing for a lengthy update beginning in January 2025.

Magic Kingdom's Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is closing for an extended period beginning in 2025 and lasting into 2026.

11/10/2024

The 'Paint the Night' parade is coming back to Disneyland Resort!

The beloved 'Paint the Night' light parade is coming back to Disneyland Resort! Check out the latest announcement.

08/10/2024

A sailing on the Disney Wish has been cancelled due to Hurricane Milton.

Disney Cruise Line has cancelled the Disney Wish sailing that was scheduled to depart from Port Canaveral on October 11. The 3-night Halloween on the High Seas cruise was originally scheduled to sail from Port Canaveral and visit Nassau and Castaway Cay. Disney Cruise Line has been modifying itinera...

05/10/2024

The Disney Skyliner recently celebrated its 5th anniversary.

The Disney Skyliner recently celebrated its 5th anniversary at Walt Disney World! As crazy as that sounds (it feels like it just opened!), the Disney Skyliner has been flying guests through the sky at Disney World since September 29, 2019. In honor of the milestone, Disney shared a few fun facts abo...

30/09/2024

Construction continues on the outside of Test Track as the ride is updated for a 2025 reopening.

Work is still speeding along outside Test Track at EPCOT. Learn more about the construction on the new Test Track.

29/09/2024

Prices are increasing for Lightning Lane Single Passes at some Disney World rides.

Guests are going to pay more for Lighting Lane Single Passes at some rides at Walt Disney World. Beginning October 18th, the skip-the-line pass peak cost will be more at Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, TRON Lightcycle Run, and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. Below are the new top prices that will b...

27/09/2024

Rumor: A phased closure of DinoLand USA will begin in late 2024.

A new report suggests that guests should say their goodbyes to DinoLand USA at Disney’s Animal Kingdom sooner rather than later. According to WDWMagic, DinoLand USA will close in phases beginning in late 2024. The earliest closures may take place in November or December, with the remainder of the ...

26/09/2024

Disney may be getting ready to build a 10-story hotel near Fort Wilderness Resort.

The old Reflections – A Disney Lakeside Lodge hotel project may not be dead at Disney World. A new filing with the FAA has given Disney approval to erect large cranes that would be used to build a proposed 10-story hotel. The filing indicates that Disney is intending to move forward on a large bui...

23/09/2024

A new holiday tour is coming to EPCOT!

A new tour is coming to EPCOT that will bring guests up close with the holiday decorations and crops at Living with the Land.

19/09/2024

Planning a stay at Disney's All-Star Sports Resort in early 2026? Be aware the feature pool and kiddie pool will be closed.

The main feature pool at Disney's All-Star Sports Resort is closing in early 2026. Here's the swimming alternatives for guests.

18/09/2024

The Edison at Disney Springs now has a happy hour!

The Edison is rolling out a new happy hour Sunday through Friday between 3pm and 6pm. It'll offer drinks and apps at reduced prices.

18/09/2024

The seating area for Woody's Lunch Box at Toy Story Land is currently under construction.

The seating area for Woody’s Lunch Box at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been walled off and is currently under construction. Temporary seating areas have been set up in the walkway between Toy Story Land and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge while the old area is updated. We can see Disney has already...

14/09/2024

A new fireworks dining package is coming to Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland.

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A new fireworks dining package is coming in November for guests wanting to watch Disneyland’s fireworks show in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. The Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo Nighttime Gathering will offer out-of-this-world bites while giving guests a view of the Fire of the Rising Moons fireworks s...

10/09/2024

TRON Lightcycle Run finally opened its standby line. How long were waits on its first day?

TRON Lightcycle Run at the Magic Kingdom has finally opened up its standby line to guests. After operating with a virtual queue for its first 18 months of existence, TRON now allows guests to ride multiple times per day as long as they’re willing to wait. What have the wait times been for TRON on ...

04/09/2024

The virtual queue is ending for TRON Lightcycle Run. The regular standby line will open September 9.

TRON Lightcycle Run at Magic Kingdom is finally dropping its virtual queue. Beginning September 9, 2024, guests will be able to utilize a traditional standby line to experience the attraction. Guests will still be able to purchase Lightning Lane Single Passes for TRON if they want to bypass the stan...

03/09/2024

A new Villains show is replacing Lightning McQueen Racing Academy at Hollywood Studios.

A new show starring several Disney villains is coming to Hollywood Studios in summer 2025. The show will feature live production numbers with Cruella de Vil, Captain Hook, and Maleficent. To make room for the new Villains show, Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy will close October 7, 2024. Below i...