Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is the brand new immersive experience at Walt Disney World where you have the chance to live out your own Star Wars story. Disney invited us out to experience a voyage before the grand opening, so we’re sharing important info you need before your vacation, but without spoilers.
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Actress Lyric Ross is the latest to be cast for the upcoming Marvel Studios’ “Ironheart” series on Disney+. Marvel’s “Ironheart” stars Dominique Thorne as Riri Williams, who, in the comics, is an teenage engineering prodigy. She develops her own supersuit similar to Tony Stark’s Iron Man, and calls herself Ironheart in tribute. In the comics,… Read More »Marvel Studios’ ‘Ironheart’ Casts Lyric Ross for Disney+ Series
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The newest addition to the Walt Disney World Vault Collection are these pair of white crocs. Unlike the Magic Kingdom map crocs, the crocs are pretty plain looking.
The crocs are all white.
But they come with multiple Jibbitz charms, featuring retro icons of Walt Disney World.
The charms include a retro Walt Disney World flag, the state of Florida, a license plate that says “Oct. 1971” when Walt Disney World first opened, and more.
On the right side of one of the crocs is a retro Walt Disney World logo with “Opening Oct. 1971” underneath it.
You could wear these along with the matching Vault Collection MagicBand.
You can purchase these at Celebrity 5 & 10 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
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Marvel fans may have noticed an unfamiliar character while watching the recent trailer for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. The girl with the denim jacket with the familiar star on her back is none other than America Chavez and Marvel has released a new video to help you get to know her. The new […]
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BLUE shrimp and a REAL lightsaber!? You’re going to want to be sure you have photo proof of it all when you stay at Disney World’s Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser! After all, you are paying $6,000 to be there — that earns you at least some bragging rights.
Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser
The new Disney “hotel” functions a lot more like a Disney cruise as opposed to a Disney Resort, as the cost includes a 2-night stay in a cabin or suite, most food and drink onboard, admission to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, valet parking, and a MagicBand, there are quite a few additional things that you can add onto your trip for an extra cost. This includes things like dining at the exclusive Captain’s Table, building your own droid or lightsaber when visiting Galaxy’s Edge, or a visit to Oga’s Cantina. And, now Disney has introduced ANOTHER add-on experience!
Passengers staying at the Galactic Starcruiser can now add the Disney PhotoPass CSL Portrait Experience to their two-night adventure on the Halcyon (CSL stands for Chandrila Star Line, the starcruiser’s operator known for its fleet of glamourous starcruisers). This is a PhotoPass Capture Your Moment experience that lets you book a private photo session with your very own Disney PhotoPass photographer.
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According to Disney, the photo session promises to “capture your group’s Star Wars galaxy looks at unique places around the ship for a truly personalized photo experience.” In fact, you might even get to see some hidden spots onboard the Halcyon thanks to your “special clearance.”
Each 30-minute session also includes:
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We spoke with a Disney Cast Member who shared that the 30-minute session will cost $99 initially. If you’re interested in adding the experience to your trip you can call (407) 939-7739 up to 60 days in advance. Just keep in mind that you’ll only be able to download images captured during this session for the cost and will need to purchase Memory Maker if you’d like other photos taken by PhotoPass Photographers during your voyage.
And, we’ll continue to cover EVERYTHING about Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser, so stay tuned for more news!
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A few months into the 50th Anniversary celebration of the Walt Disney World Resort, there’s still so much information scattered around that we figured we would put together a helpful guide with every single special part of the World’s Most Magical Celebration! If you don’t want to miss out, check out all the offerings below.
“Disney Enchantment” replaced “Happily Ever After” as the nightly fireworks spectacular at Magic Kingdom. See full coverage, including photos and video, here.
“Harmonious” replaced “EPCOT Forever” and “IllumiNations” as the new nighttime spectacular at EPCOT. Watch our video of the full new show here.
This new kite show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom has two different versions: “The Jungle Book” and “The Lion King.”
Each Walt Disney World theme park icon — Cinderella Castle, Spaceship Earth, Tree of Life, and Tower of Terror — lights up as a “Beacon of Magic” every night.
Spaceship Earth at EPCOT has new lights for the “Beacon of Magic” which will also be used for ongoing light shows each night, continuing beyond the 50th anniversary. Special versions have debuted, including one for the International Festival of the Holidays and one for the International Festival of the Arts featuring the Muppets’ “Rainbow Connection.”
Among the cavalcades at Magic Kingdom is Mickey’s Celebration Cavalcade, featuring the mouse and all his friends dressed up for the 50th Anniversary.
The brand-new Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade, featuring about 30 Disney and Pixar characters, debuted at Magic Kingdom this month.
The Electric Water Pageant debuted shortly after Magic Kingdom opened in 1971, and to celebrate this 50-year tradition; it got a new scene.
Check out our complete list of reviews of 50th-anniversary food and beverage items at Walt Disney World.
The golden statues of 50 characters are the main addition in terms of decor for the 50th Anniversary in the parks. Find our complete list here.
The main entrance archways into Walt Disney World Resort got brand new paint jobs for the occasion.
Monorail stations and the Ticket and Transportation Center got a fresh new paint job.
The flowerbeds at the entrance to Magic Kingdom got a new look, while the clock on Main Street, U.S.A., got a makeover for the occasion.
Magic Kingdom debuted a number of 50th Anniversary banners, including embroidered banners, jeweled banners, and banners with Mary Blair concept art.
Of course, Cinderella Castle takes center stage for the Anniversary. You can see its initial transformation in this time-lapse video.
EPCOT debuted a floral 50th Anniversary logo for the 2022 International Flower and Garden Festival, and the entrance to EPCOT will have a 50th logo topiary cake scene.
The Port of Entry shop got a new 50th Anniversary overlay.
The barges for Harmonious feature the 50th logo when not in use for the show.
EPCOT also got Spaceship Earth patterned 50th Anniversary banners.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios received unique 50th Anniversary banners.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios seamlessly blended holiday and anniversary decor this winter.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom received 50th Anniversary banners with a zebra motif.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom shops, such as Island Mercantile and Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures, have festive merchandise displays.
Disney Springs has a unique merchandise display for the Anniversary at World of Disney.
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa decked out their lobby and shops for the Anniversary.
Even the construction at Disney’s Contemporary Resort got in on the 50th Anniversary theme.
The three Disney resorts that opened with Magic Kingdom in 1971, Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort all got special merchandise collections.
The Polynesian collection features a Loungefly ear headband, apparel, kitchenware, coasters, an ornament, and a MagicBand.
The collection for Disney’s Contemporary Resort also has an ear headband, an ornament, apparel, a MagicBand, and a Loungefly bag.
The Fort Wilderness collection features apparel, a MagicBand, a picture frame, an ear headband, an ornament, playing cards, and games.
We have compiled a complete list, with pricing, of all of the Celebration Collection merchandise here.
We have the complete list of items and pricing from the Castle Collection.
The Vault Collection features several pieces meant to harken back to the first Anniversary of Walt Disney World.
From keychains to Crocs and cardigans to Harveys bags, the Vault Collection prominently features the original map of the Magic Kingdom.
There’s a denim vest, sweatpants, bucket hat, puzzle, a pin, track suit, an alarm clock, hoodie, a tee with matching sweatpants and of course a Spirit Jersey.
The Luxe Collection offers a range of upscale pieces for the Disney collector.
In Uptown Jewelers at Magic Kingdom, collectors will find Luxe Logo bags by Kate Spade and Loungefly and luxe ear headband along with a jeweled ear hat.
Additionally, a Luxe Collection black Minnie ear headband, a black logo hat, a logo jacket and sweatshirt, a PopSocket, a decorative plate, a Starbucks tumbler, and a Steiff teddy bear are available.
A number of engravable ID tags are available throughout the Walt Disney World Resort. You can find unique ones at Magic Kingdom, Disney Springs, EPCOT, Disney’s Contemporary Resort, and Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.
Here is our full list of Walt Disney World 50th anniversary pennies.
Here is our full list of Walt Disney World 50th anniversary medallions.
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There’s a LOT to look forward to in Disney World this March! There’s the annual Flower and Garden Festival coming soon to EPCOT, the Festival of Fantasy parade, and the grand opening of the Star Wars hotel! Do you have plans to visit Disney World for any of these upcoming events?
The Tree of Life
If you’ve got a vacation to Disney World coming up during the first week of March, you might want to check out the weather forecast in Orlando. It’s been pretty warm in Central Florida, but things can change in the blink of an eye! Luckily, we’re back this week to take a look at next week’s weather forecast in Disney World!
It feels like February FLEW by — we can’t believe it’s almost March. Last week, the temperature reached a whopping 91°, with lows in the 60s (which isn’t very low at all!!). This week, it looks like more warm water is in store!
Cinderella Castle
If the forecast is anything like it was last week in Disney World, we should be in for a GREAT week of weather. According to The Weather Channel, you can expect your days to be nice for the first week of March, with lows hovering around the 60s again next week.
Monday, February 28th looks sunny and warm! The temperature will be close to 80° during the day, and it will go down to around 60° in the evening. That’s a pretty good way to start off the week!
©The Weather Channel | Screenshot as of February 23rd
We noticed that it looks like it might be a little windy throughout the day, so you might want to pack a lightweight jacket (maybe a zip-up hoodie?) just in case you get a little cold — especially indoors.
On Tuesday, March 1st, the weather should be nice and warm! Based on the forecast, there’s a very low chance of precipitation, although it might be cloudy throughout the day!
©The Weather Channel | Screenshot as of February 23rd
As the week progresses, the chance of rain stays pretty low. You should still make sure to pack a poncho, umbrella, or rain jacket — in Central Florida, rain is almost always a possibility.
On Wednesday, March 2nd, the temperature looks almost identical to the day before! The high for the day is almost 81° and the low is 62°, which should make for a lovely and comfortable day in Disney World. We could get used to this kind of weather!
©The Weather Channel | Screenshot as of February 23rd
We also suggest that you take note of the humidity! On Wednesday, the humidity climbs from 58% to 79% throughout the day. The humidity can really make the air feel warmer (not to mention what it may do to your hair!!).
On Thursday, March 3rd, the temperature reaches 79°, with a 30%chance of rain. The low is 60°, with 60-70% (ish) humidity throughout the day. Look out for that wind; it’s predicted to come in at 10 to 15 mph, so pack a rain jacket.
©The Weather Channel | Screenshot as of February 23rd
On a rainy day, we suggest planning for lots of indoor activities. Take the time to sit down and eat in a nice restaurant, watch some indoor shows, or check out the gift shops!
For Friday, March 4th, we’re expected to see the temperature reach 82°. Last week the weather was even warmer, but this week is still very comfortable! Some may argue that weather in the low 80s is the best kind of weather — and we tend to agree.
©The Weather Channel | Screenshot as of February 23rd
There’s a 17% chance of rain during the day, and there’s more partly cloudy weather predicted for Friday.
By now, you probably know what to expect for the week. On Saturday, March 5th, there will be a high of 83° and a low of 62°. It might be a little windy again on Saturday, so keep that in mind when deciding what to wear.
©The Weather Channel | Screenshot as of February 23rd
Speaking of outfits, make sure to bring a few different pairs of shoes! With the nice weather we’re seeing, you might be tempted to wear sandals, but make sure your sandals are appropriate for walking long distances and standing.
Finally, Sunday, March 6th ends the week with a high of 84° and a low of 62° at night. The forecast calls for sunny conditions, so pack some sunglasses!
©The Weather Channel | Screenshot as of February 23rd
This week’s forecast looks very nice — fingers crossed it stays like this!
Here is a full overview of the week courtesy of The Weather Channel. The temperature will range between 79-84° during the day, then drop to the low 60s at night. Keep in mind that the weather predictions can change, but for now, this overview should give you an idea of what to expect.
©The Weather Channel | Screenshot as of February 23rd
We checked a few other websites, like Click Orlando News 6…
©Click Orlando | Screenshot as of February 23rd
…and WESH 2 News. It looks like everyone is reporting fairly similar forecasts.
©WESH 2 NEWS | Screenshot as of February 23rd
Remember that Florida weather can change very quickly! Keep your eyes on the forecast so you know what to expect each day. And if it rains, don’t lose all hope; the rain can blow through pretty quickly.
Now, let’s look at a few ways you prepare for the week ahead!
Even if you travel light, having a small backpack or fanny pack can come in VERY handy in the parks! Toss a light jacket in your bag and maybe some trading pins; you’ll thank yourself later.
A small backpack can make a BIG difference!
Don’t forget a portable charger for your phone! Trust us, you’ll need it.
Disney’s bottled water is ridiculously overpriced. Unless you don’t mind popping in and out of quick-service locations all day for free cups of water, we recommend bringing a case of bottled water. It’s cheaper, easier, and faster.
$5.50? In this economy? No way!
You can purchase a case of water from a local grocery store and have it delivered to your hotel, too!
That covers this week’s update on next week’s weather! If you’ve got a vacation coming up, we hope you have tons of fun in the sun at Disney World in March! As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney tips!
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If you’ve ever had the pleasure of strolling down a boardwalk, you know that pizza is kind of a boardwalk staple. It’s one of those classic combinations that just makes sense, like Dole Whip in Adventureland or popcorn at the movies! Over at Disney California Adventure, we recently celebrated the reopening of Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta (FINALLY!), but after all that time away, how does the pizza taste at this newly reopened quick service location?
Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta reopened!
While we wait for the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival to begin, we figured we’d try some pizza to hold us over! Will this restaurant give us the happy feelings of being on the boardwalk on a sunny summer evening, or will it be a total flop? Let’s find out!
Over in the Paradise Gardens Park area, Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta serves (drumroll, please) a selection of pizzas, pasta, and salads (DUH!). This location has been closed for a while, but we’re happy to see it finally serving up slices again!
We could go for a slice of pizza!
The pizza here is kind of expensive — it’s $41.99 for a whole Pepperoni Pizza. Instead, we ordered a single slice of Pepperoni Pizza for $8.49. No surprises here; it’s pretty much just a regular pepperoni pizza with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and slices of pepperoni. It tastes pretty much the same as the pepperoni pizza served at Alien Pizza Planet.
Pepperoni, obviously
We had to try another slice, for science, of course, so we ordered the specialty pizza! When we visited, it was Shrimp Scampi pizza, and one slice was $8.99. This was a cheese pizza topped with shrimp and all the goodies you typically find in shrimp scampi. We enjoyed this pizza; interestingly, the combination of shrimp and pizza worked.
Shrimp Scampi pizza
We found the shrimp a little hard to bite, so we can’t necessarily vouch for restaurant-quality shrimp here. That said, if you like seafood, you’ll probably enjoy a slice of this pizza. A whole Shrimp Scampi pizza is $43.99 (which probably isn’t worth it in our opinion).
This was pretty good!
For dessert, we ordered the Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake for $5.99. As you can probably infer from the name, this was a cheesecake topped with cream cheese and cinnamon. The bottom is a thin layer of cake — it reminded us of coffee cake.
Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake
This cheesecake lived up to (and maybe even PASSED) our expectations! The sweet flavor was heavenly, and the slight hint of cinnamon added a little extra something to the classic dessert. If you have a sweet tooth, you will probably enjoy this treat — we loved it!
YUM!
It’s always exciting to see a restaurant reopen, so we were so happy to see this little spot back up and running! Be sure to stay tuned for more food reviews and Disney news!
What’s your favorite kind of pizza? Let us know in the comments!
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It’s the trial of the century in the McGee home while they try to discover who or WHAT ate a special cake, and Pete’s twin siblings come to visit Brighton, as does a new type of ghost we haven’t seen yet, in this week’s episode of The Ghost and Molly McGee. Innocent Until Proven Ghostly […]
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If you’re looking to watch something from the “Ice Age” franchise, look no further than Disney+ because everything “Ice Age” is now on the Disney streaming platform.
Last month, the newest addition to the “Ice Age” franchise, “The Ice Age Adventures of Buck Wild” debuted on Disney+. Watch the full trailer below.
The spinoff focuses on the possum brothers Crash and Eddie as well as the title character, Buck Wild the weasel, voiced by Simon Pegg. Together, they will have to face the monstrous dinosaurs of the Lost World.
Also recently announced is the newest “Ice Age” series called “Ice Age Scrat Tales” featuring our favorite squirrel, Scrat. Scrat is now a father and the series is all about his new transition into fatherhood. You can start streaming this new series of shorts starting on April 13, exclusively on Disney+.
A new “Ice Age” sand sculpture was also recently built outside of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This is the first sand sculpture built at Walt Disney World that is inspired by a Fox property. Below is a timelapse of the creation of the sculpture.
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