Ahead of the Bluey “experience” that’s coming to Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World, several new closure dates & refurbishment bulletins have been posted for attractions & experiences in the Rafiki’s Planet Watch region of the park. Here’s the latest on these temporary & permanent closings to prepare for the Bluey takeover. In case you […]

Former Disney CEO Michael Eisner has weighed in to offer congratulations and advice to future CEO Josh D’Amaro. This ‘quick hit’ post covers the message, largely because Eisner has become a fan-favorite since leaving the company. We also share sentiment from another former Disney executive about D’Amaro. In case you missed it, the Walt Disney

Following an accidental leak at EPCOT last week, the Disney Inspire Card has been officially announced, expanding the current lineup of co-branded Chase and Visa cards. Here’s a rundown of the exclusive benefits and rewards that elevate this option and make it a (surprisingly) worthwhile wallet addition. As basic background, there were previously two Disney

After a year of rumors, speculation and palace intrigue, the horse race has ended and white smoke is emanating from the Casey’s Corner chimney at Walt Disney World, as the company has officially announced that Parks & Resorts Chair Josh D’Amaro will be the next Disney CEO, replacing current CEO Bob Iger. Here are the

Walt Disney World has lowered the upfront cost for Annual Passes, reducing the down payment to only $99. However, they’ve also increased monthly payments proportionately for what amounts to a price unchange for Florida residents on the payment plan. This covers details of the new pricing options for APs along with our commentary about why this

Walt Disney World has quietly scheduled a refurbishment to the Palais du Cinema the France pavilion at EPCOT. This means there’s an upcoming closure to both attractions that rotate in the venue: international treasure Impressions de France and the unbelievably bad Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along. Here’s the latest details, along with our commentary. According

We’re still awaiting the white smoke from the Casey’s Corner chimney, but it’s all but a done deal. Barring a sudden last minute change, Parks & Resorts Chair Josh D’Amaro will be the next Disney CEO. Here’s the latest, plus our commentary. Although there have been scattered reports over the last week that Josh D’Amaro

The Walt Disney Company reported its first quarter fiscal 2026 results this morning with CEO Bob Iger and CFO Hugh Johnston highlighting the company’s successes, while acknowledging challenges ahead. This covers the good & bad of these results as they relate to Walt Disney World & Disneyland, including commentary about international headwinds, park attendance, hotel

Walt Disney World seems to have accidentally leaked the upcoming release of the new ‘Inspire’ tier Visa Signature credit card by Chase, prematurely posting signage in Club Cool at EPCOT. Here’s everything we know, along with our commentary. There are currently two Disney credit cards issued by Chase: the Disney Premier Visa Card and the

Single Rider lines are one of the best ways to save time in line at Walt Disney World, but they’re not all upside. This post covers everything you need to know about these queues for solo guests, which rides have them, pros & cons, where and when we recommend (or don’t) Single Rider lines and