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Michelle Snow

Michelle Snow is a huge fan of Disney, Marvel, and Star Wars in films and TV, as well as the Disney parks. She's also an award-winning writer who has written several guidebooks on Orlando. Follow her on Twitter @zengrrl. Her blog, CitySurfing Orlando has covered Orlando and the theme parks since 2010. Her favorite rides at the Disney parks are Star Tours, Big Thunder Mountain, and Indiana Jones Adventure, and she may have cried tears of joy when she first saw the Millenium Falcon at Galaxy's Edge. She collects anything to do with Star Wars original trilogy (she saw 1977's "A New Hope" on opening weekend), Snow White, Grumpy, Tinkerbell, and Stitch.

Firebuds

Disney Branded Television’s ‘Firebuds’ Series Addresses Disability Representation In Two Upcoming Episodes

Disney Branded Television’s animated series Firebuds, which follows a team of young first responders and their talking vehicle sidekicks, will focus on disability representation in two upcoming episodes. The Episodes Two upcoming episodes, titled “Cleft Hood” and “All That Jazzy,” will spotlight disability representation addressing… Read More »Disney Branded Television’s ‘Firebuds’ Series Addresses Disability Representation In Two Upcoming Episodes

Avatar: The Way of Water

‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ Sets Digital Release Date With 3+ Hours of Bonus Features

Avatar: The Way of Water, James Cameron’s long awaited Avatar sequel, has finally set a digital platform release date, and we’ve learned it will come with more than three hours of bonus features. The Details The box office smash will be available to purchase on… Read More »‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ Sets Digital Release Date With 3+ Hours of Bonus Features

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Bruce Vaughn Returns to Walt Disney Imagineering as Chief Creative Officer

As part of Bob Iger’s restructuring of The Walt Disney Company, Bruce Vaughn will return as chief creative officer of Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI). The Details Vaughn will return as chief creative officer, and will also co-lead WDI alongside Barbara Bouza, president of Walt Disney… Read More »Bruce Vaughn Returns to Walt Disney Imagineering as Chief Creative Officer

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Shanghai Disney Resort Celebrates Spring With Floral Displays, Characters, and More

Shanghai Disney Resort celebrates the arrival of Spring with new offerings and special events, giving guests the opportunity to meet new characters through May 31, 2023. Spring Foliage It turns out EPCOT’s International Flower and Garden Festival won’t be the only place to check out… Read More »Shanghai Disney Resort Celebrates Spring With Floral Displays, Characters, and More

The Villas at Disneyland Hotel

Disney Announces Opening Date of The Villas at Disneyland Hotel

Last month Disney offered a first look at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel, and now we know when it will open. Opening and Reservation Dates Disney says The Villas at Disneyland Hotel will open to guests on September 28, 2023. While that is a little… Read More »Disney Announces Opening Date of The Villas at Disneyland Hotel

Disney’s BoardWalk Inn

Disney’s BoardWalk Inn & Villa’s Concierge Lounge Closing for Refurbishment Beginning March 11th, 2023

As part of the reimaging of Disney’s Boardwalk Inn and Villas at Walt Disney World, the resort has announced its Concierge Lounge will be closing for refurbishment starting Saturday, March 11, 2023. The Details Disney says the Concierge Lounge will be closed through the end… Read More »Disney’s BoardWalk Inn & Villa’s Concierge Lounge Closing for Refurbishment Beginning March 11th, 2023

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Earl of Sandwich Tavern Opens at Disneyland Resort

Earl of Sandwich Tavern, a new table service concept from Robert Earl, is now open at Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort. The Restaurant Earl of Sandwich Tavern is a sit-down dining experience, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The restaurant has a full indoor bar,… Read More »Earl of Sandwich Tavern Opens at Disneyland Resort

2023 Foodie Awards

Fourteen Walt Disney World Restaurants Recognized in Orlando Sentinel’s 2023 Foodie Awards

The 2023 Foodie Awards have just been given out by the Orlando Sentinel, the city’s daily newspaper, and fourteen restaurants on Walt Disney World property received recognition. The Foodie Awards have two components: the Orlando Sentinel’s food critic Amy Drew Thompson, who picks her faves… Read More »Fourteen Walt Disney World Restaurants Recognized in Orlando Sentinel’s 2023 Foodie Awards