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.
The Animal & Science Operations staff at Disney’s Animal Kingdom have announced the birth of a female baby African elephant at the theme park. The Details The baby elephant was born to mom Nadirah, and the 218 pound calf, who has been named Corra, is… Read More »Disney’s Animal Kingdom Welcomes New Baby Elephant to Walt Disney World
Hulu has announced it will participate in the launch of the new “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” series by airing the first episode simultaneously with its debut on Disney+ on December 20, 2023. The Details The Disney+ Original series launches with a two-episode premiere on… Read More »Hulu to Air First Episode of “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” Dec. 20
Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs has announced it is now offering a new way to enjoy the restaurant’s signature pan-Asian cuisine via special weekday lunch Bento Boxes. The Details These new Morimoto Asia Bento Boxes are available in three main options: Each option also comes… Read More »Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs Now Offering Weekday Lunch Bento Boxes
Critical darling “Poor Things” goes into wider release today in North America, as part of Searchlight Pictures’ plan to get the film into most markets by Christmas. The Film Filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos (“The Favorite,” “The Lobster”) and star and producer Emma Stone invite you to… Read More »Searchlight Pictures Puts ‘Poor Things’ Into Wider Release
Disney Vacation Club (DVC) has released a first look at the The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort – A Disney Vacation Club Resort, and we have it for you. The Cabins The new cabins actually look more like tiny homes than the previous cabins,… Read More »DVC Offers First Look at the New Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness
Summer House on the Lake has officially opened its doors at Disney Springs West Side at Walt Disney World, offering coastal-chic vibes, a California-inspired menu, and the brand’s first-ever “Cookie Bar.” The Details This new restaurant is located adjacent to Jaleo, and offers a seasonal… Read More »Summer House on the Lake Now Open at Disney Springs
Disney Legend Dick Nunis, the former chairman of Walt Disney Attractions, and the man behind many of Disney’s theme park milestones, passed away December 13, 2023, surrounded by his family in his adopted hometown of Orlando. He was 91. His Life Born May 30, 1932,… Read More »Iconic Disney Legend Dick Nunis Has Passed Away at 91
The 29th annual Critics Choice Awards are so huge that they divvy up announcing the Film and TV categories, and Disney-backed series received 20 nominations in the Film categories announced today. Searchlight Pictures’ sci-fi comedy “Poor Things” continues to be an awards magnet, garnering 13… Read More »Disney Receives 20 Nominations for the 29th annual Critics Choice Awards Film Categories