Fans of the Disney Channel animated series, Hailey’s On It! Are discovering that the series is no longer accessible on Disney+ for viewing. What’s Happening: The same fans who have been clamoring for some sort of an announcement regarding a second season of the Disney Channel animated series, Hailey’s On It! Have been met with more devastating news […]
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Doctor Odyssey, the new series on ABC, is presenting a fantasy. Cruise travel has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its luxurious, all-inclusive look at how travel can be simple and lavish all at once. Many travelers have been (pardon the pun) jumping ship and transitioning to the high seas instead of long […]
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Artists from the acclaimed Thomas Kinkade Studios will be making appearances at Disneyland Park over the next two months. What’s Happening: Continuing the legacy of popular American painter Thomas Kinkade, who passed away in 2012, artists from Thomas Kinkade Studios continue to create new pieces inspired by classic Disney stories – such as The Aristocats piece seen […]
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New York Comic Con will host a panel about Epic Universe, the new Universal Orlando Resort theme park scheduled to open in 2025.
New York Comic Con (NYCC) is October 17 through 20, 2024 at the Javits Center. The Universal panel is “Universal Epic Universe: The Creation of Universal’s Game-Changing New Theme Park.” It will be in Room 406.3 on October 19 at 6:30 p.m. ET. Here is the panel description:
A new Universal Orlando Resort theme park opens next year and we couldn’t be more excited! Join members of the Universal Destinations & Experiences creative team for an exclusive panel to discuss the creation of Universal Epic Universe–which includes SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, and so much more. Moderated by Fandom’s Chris Hayner.
A NYCC badge is required to attend the Epic Universe panel.
Epic Universe will have five lands: Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, Dark Universe, Super Nintendo World, and How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk. Attached to the park will be the Universal Helios Grand Hotel. Nearby will be the Universal Stella Nova and Terra Luna Resorts, which are opening in January and February 2025. A new traffic circle will lead to the park.
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This week saw the release of the third issue in Marvel Comics’ adaptation of Lucasfilm’s live-action Disney+ series Star Wars: Ahsoka, and below are my thoughts on this installment. Ahsoka #3 is, naturally, an adaptation of the third episode of the Disney+ series, which was entitled “Time to Fly.” In this chapter, Sabine Wren continues her […]
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To celebrate DreamWorks Animation’s 30th anniversary, the Annecy Festival kicked off a special presentation with a sizzle reel highlighting the studio’s greatest accomplishments. However, the main attraction of the day was the first look at The Wild Robot, directed by Chris Sanders. The film, based on Peter Brown’s beloved book, officially hits theaters today. Here’s a […]
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Something incredible is about to make its way to the popular game Fortnite… What’s Happening: Continuing their longtime tradition of collaborations with Disney, Fortnite has teased a new selection of suits inspired by a popular Pixar franchise. Yep, The Incredibles are coming to Fortnite! But as Edna Mode says, “no capes, darling.” As a teaser shared […]
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Dame Maggie Smith, widely known for her portrayal of Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter films, has passed away at the age of 89. Smith, a veteran of stage and screen, had a career that spanned over 60 years, two Oscars, four Emmys, and 8 BAFTA awards, and a Tony award. She won her […]
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Disneyland Paris has announced a new restaurant, Casa Giulia, set to open in Disney Village in 2026.
This new restaurant will have “an exclusive concept specially designed for Disney Village and aimed at Italian food lovers.” Casa Giulia is being developed under a new agreement between Disneyland Paris and Bertrand Hospitality.
At Bertrand Hospitality, we are committed to providing our customers with memorable culinary experiences at the heart of particularly well-cared-for and unique environments. We are delighted to extend our partnership with Disneyland Paris by building and operating Casa Giulia, and look forward to seeing this new family-friendly Italian restaurant emerge at Disney Village.
Camille Fournier, Marketing Director, Bertrand Hospitality
The restaurant will be located at the entrance to Disney Village at the crossroads of the main promenades and will be directly accessible from the esplanade connecting the Disney parks to the bus and train stations.
According to DLP Report, Casa Giulia will be replacing Planet Hollywood. Construction permits for the new location were revealed in August 2024.
Casa Giulia will offer two floors with ample room for guests, and terraces with views out into Disney Village. Guests will enjoy family-style table service with classic Italian dishes “revisited with a gourmet twist.” The menu will utilize seasonal ingredients, with a variety of Italian drinks available at the bar.
The restaurant will also offer a counter service and takeaway area, offering a selection of Italian street food from breakfast to dinner.
Disney Village, located between the Disneyland Paris theme parks and the Disney resort hotels, is currently undergoing a complete reimagining, which includes the addition of new retail locations and restaurants like Casa Giulia. Other planned additions include transforming the current Disney Store into Disney Wonders, a new Disney lifestyle shop, a renovation of The Sports Bar into the Sports Bar & Lounge, and more. A new McDonald’s will also open in Disney Village in 2026.
We are particularly proud to announce the next stage in the transformation of Disney Village with the construction fo this concept in a strategic and central location at our resort. We look forward to working with Bertrand Hospitality as we create magical new memories for our guests.
Jillian DeKunder, Director, Operating Participants at Disneyland Paris
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Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit has returned to EPCOT for 2024 with new prizes available for guests to earn.
Guests can purchase their game board and stickers for $9.99 at select EPCOT locations:
Though not on Walt Disney World’s list, we got ours from Gateway Gifts at the front of the park.
There are a total of 12 pumpkins to find, but they are the same designs as 2023. This year’s map is somewhat different; new for this year are pumpkins located at Disney Traders and Swirled Showcase. There is also no pumpkin hidden at Club Cool or Showcase Plaza, unlike in 2023.
On the back of the map are stickers for each pumpkin, which can be placed on their corresponding location.
After grabbing their map, guests can set off to explore EPCOT and find the locations of each of the 12 pumpkins. Designs of the pumpkins include Pluto, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Joy, WALL-E and EVE, Daisy Duck, Groot, Figment, Dory, Olaf, Chip ‘n Dale, and Goofy.
The game begins today, Friday, September 27, and is available through November 1 while supplies last.
Whether or not you complete Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit, you can return your game board to Disney Traders or World Traveler to redeem your “spooky surprise” —one of five Pluto pumpkin-themed mini sippers.
This sipper features Pluto in a cauldron, surrounded by pieces of candy. The lid and straw are black, and Pluto’s black ears are on either side of the pumpkin.
Another sipper features Goofy dressed up in his spooky tree Halloween costume, with hands coming up from the ground. Pluto’s (or, rather, Goofy’s) ears are also present on this sipper.
The third sipper option has a repeating pattern of Minnie Mouse in cat ears with pink and light pink pumpkins. This sipper has mouse ears instead of dog ears.
The fourth sipper has a repeating pattern of Mickey Mouse wearing a pumpkin hat, surrounded by bats. This sipper also has black mouse ears.
The final sipper option celebrates everyone’s favorite pet alien, Stitch. The front of the sipper features Stitch as a jack-o’-lantern with “Hahahahahaha” in orange, dark blue, and light blue repeating throughout. This sipper also sports stitch’s blue and purple ears.
A limited release pin set for Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit 2024 is also available. You don’t have to play or complete the pursuit to purchase the set.
The set includes five pumpkin-shaped pins, inspired by the five sipper prizes. they come on a pumpkin-shaped backing card, and include “2024” as part of the pin.
Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit also made its debut at Disneyland Resort this year.
It is worth noting that Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit is subject to cancelation or change without notice, including dates, surprises, and prices. There is a purchase limit of five (5) game boards per guest, and one prize per game board.
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