Month: September 2024
Disney FANTASIA x Pleasing to Arrive Online at Disney Store on October 4th, 2024
“Haunted Mansion,” “The Little Mermaid,” and “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” Headline This Fall’s Lineup on ABC’s “The Wonderful World of Disney”
ABC has shared the lineup for the classic Sunday night programming block, The Wonderful World of Disney, and it features new films among a slate of classics. What’s Happening: ABC has unveiled the lineup for the popular programming block, The Wonderful World of Disney, for this fall and it includes movies perfect for the season and […]
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Disney & Universal Release Statements About Tropical Storm Helene & More: Daily Recap (9/24/24)
Disney’s Disability Access Service extended its validity period, a new elevated traffic circle is under construction for Universal Epic Universe, and a new Disney Visa Cardmember offer is available for Disneyland Resort Hotel vacations — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Tuesday, September 24, 2024.
Walt Disney World
Magic Kingdom
- The final available night for the 2024 run of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party (and therefore the event as a whole) has sold out.
EPCOT
- Star-Lord from Guardians of the Galaxy is coming to EPCOT at the end of September.
Disney Springs
- Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar, an Indiana Jones-themed venue in Disney Springs, has debuted a selection of new menu items, so we swung in to try them.
Walt Disney World Resort Hotels
- Since our last update, more balconies and paint have been added to Disney Vacation Club’s Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows in Walt Disney World.
- Walt Disney World has started to replace H2O+ bottles at hotels, having just previously covered the old branding logos with stickers.
- Disney Vacation Club has released a video breaking down the hidden details of the sculpted manta ray that will hang in rooms of the new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.
New Merchandise
- A new heather gray Walt Disney World Spirit Jersey similar to apparel and merchandise released earlier this year is now available.
Other Walt Disney World News
- Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort have issued their first statements about Tropical Storm Helene.
- In an email to Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend runners, runDisney announced a change to the marathon’s course and start time.
- Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort have doubled the period that their Disability Access Service (DAS) passes are valid.
- Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine has officially formed into Tropical Storm Helene, the National Hurricane Center announced in their 11 a.m. update on Tuesday.
- The Orange County Planning & Zoning Commission passed Disney’s affordable housing plans in a 5-1 vote, although some locals are pushing back against the project.
Disneyland Resort
- Disney Visa Cardmembers can save up to 25% on select stays at a Disneyland Resort hotel this fall.
- Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort have doubled the period that their Disability Access Service (DAS) passes are valid.
- Disneyland Resort has announced a new discount available on Disneyland Resort hotel stays this fall.
- A former Disney Cast Member is suing the company for wrongfully firing her after she complained that her lupus condition and cinnamon allergy were not accommodated at work.
Shanghai Disneyland
- Shanghai Disney Resort is adopting a new real-name ticketing policy this year to curb ticket scalping.
Hong Kong Disneyland
- Hong Kong Disneyland tickets will be increasing in price beginning on Wednesday, September 25, 2024.
Disney Cruise Line
- A new Disney Cruise Line policy change has updated the final payment date for Concierge guests, as well as the cruise cancelation fee schedule, effective immediately.
Entertainment and Media
- Disney Channel released the first trailer and key art for “Wizards Beyond Waverly Place,” a sequel series to “Wizards of Waverly Place” executive produced by original stars Selena Gomez and David Henrie.
Universal Studios
- Several Super Mario, Harry Potter, and Jurassic Park/Jurassic World LEGO sets will be retired at the end of 2024.
Universal Orlando Resort
- Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine has officially formed into Tropical Storm Helene, the National Hurricane Center announced in their 11 a.m. update on Tuesday.
- Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort have issued their first statements about Tropical Storm Helene.
- The giant elevated traffic circle near Universal Epic Universe has begun to take shape, with Universal hoping the road improvements will improve traffic flow from other theme parks.
WDW News Today
Tom & Eric Rank ALL of EPCOT! – The WDW News Today Podcast: Episode 45
That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed this Daily Recap. Thanks for stopping by, and we’ll see you tomorrow!
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ESPN’s “Sunday Night Baseball” Nets Highest Ratings Since 2019
ESPN’s Sunday Night Baseball has had its most-watched season of America’s pastime in five years, bringing in its highest Nielsen ratings since 2019. What’s Happening: According to Nielsen reports, ESPN has generated its most-watched season of Sunday Night Baseball Presented by Capital One in five years. The most viewed since 2019, the 2024 campaign reportedly averaged […]
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First Holiday Merchandise Arrives at Disneyland
It is Halloween time at the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. And while Disney Parks and Disney Store are still stocked to the rafters with Halloween goods, holiday merchandise for 2024 has already started to trickle in. Those wish lists are getting longer by the day. Here’s a look at what we’ve seen so […]
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REVIEW: Mine Cart of Meatballs, Snake Cage of Bao Buns, and Airplane of Bacon Land at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar
Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar, an Indiana Jones-themed venue in Disney Springs, has debuted a selection of new menu items, so we swung in to try them.
Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar is located in The Landing area of Disney Springs, next to The BOATHOUSE and across from Wine Bar George.
Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar New Menu Review
Snakebite Bao Buns – $15
Smoked Brisket, Ají Amarillo Mustard, Peppadew Relish, Pickled Onion, and Tomato
The presentation for this is a spectacle in itself. The beef is tender and juicy. The flavor is reminiscent of a smash burger, and it’s served in the best bao we’ve had at Walt Disney World. The serving size is small for the price point, though.
Rating out of 7: 5
Air Tours Bacon and Waffles – $14
Spiced Candied Bacon, Chorizo Waffles, and Honey Balsamic Syrup
The chorizo waffle is delightful. It’s a salty, savory waffle. With the honey balsamic syrup (served in a syringe and smelled strangely like Easter egg dye), it was even better. The bacon is thick cut and tasty, but the waffle is what makes this dish special. The presentation is fantastic (as it is for many dishes here).
Ranking out of 7: 7
Mine Car Meatballs – $13
Pork and Beef Meatballs, Sweet-and-Sour BBQ, Chimichurri on Potato Hay.
The “potato hay” is freshly made potato sticks, and they’re very good. The meatballs are great, and the sauce is a great match. The meat blend mixed with the chimichurri works very well.
Rating out of 7: 7
Impossible Meatballs – $13
This is a rare situation where you can get a plant-based version of a dish where the only difference is the Impossible Meatballs. It’s just substituted. We preferred the regular meatballs, as the Impossible version had far less flavor. It’s not a bad choice by any means, though.
Rating out 7: 6
Club Obi-Wan Wings – $16
Crispy Honey-Pineapple Wings with Pineapple Salsa
It comes with eight wings. They’re wet and sticky, and taste like they were doused with pineapple juice. The wings themselves are quality chicken, but the flavor combinations just didn’t work for us. The pineapple overpowered everything.
Rating out of 7: 4
Orange Pilsner Goat Cheese Dip – $12.50
Goat Cheese whipped with Sunshine Stroll Orange Pilsner, and Peppadew served with Salt and Vinegar House Chips
It’s a more traditional bar snack than the other dishes if that’s what you’re looking for. The goat cheese is very creamy and perfect. The salt and vinegar flavor of the chips is a little too subtle, but they’re just a platform for the amazing cheese dip anyway. It’s not a very big serving for the price.
Rating out of 7: 6
Palawan Volcano Temple Dip – $12.50
Gruyère Cheese Sauce, Onion Jam, and Toasted French Bread
It’s like french onion soup in dip form. The onion jam is the predominant flavor. You really have to love onion to enjoy it, but we recommend making sure you get some of the cheese in each bite also as it’s just a layer on top of the onions.
Rating out of 7: 6
Video Review
Watch WDWNT’s own Tom Corless and Eric Morton try the new menu items below.
Overall
We’ll be back for a lot of these dishes, especially the Bread Dip Pyramid. Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar often rotates seasonally and switches things up, but we hope to see these stick around for a while.
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Disney Visa Cardmembers Can Save 25% On Select Premium Rooms at the Disneyland Resort This Fall
Disney Visa Cardmembers can experience an additional exclusive discount at the California located resort. Disney Discounts: Disney Visa Cardholders can save up to 25% on select premium room types at the Disneyland Resort on trips from October 20th to December 19th, 2024. Available at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, Disneyland Hotel, and The Villas […]
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Photos: Candy Cauldron Reopens at Disney Springs
Early last month, the popular Candy Cauldron in the West Side of Disney Springs at Walt Disney World closed for a brief refurbishment. Now, the popular confectionary has reopened once again, with some changes to the store and some new menu items. Don’t worry, you’ll still find some of the trademark looks, styles, and signatures of the […]
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Gap Releases New Disney-Inspired Collegiate Collection
In a continued partnership, the fashion brand and Disney are combining forces to create a new and elevated collection separate from their core Gap x Disney product line. Rock the Mouse in Style: Gap has announced a brand new Limited Edition line of upscale Disney-branded clothing with the new Gap x Disney Collegiate Collection. The […]
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