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.
Clifton Oliver, who is best known as starring on Broadway as Simba in “The Lion King,” has passed away on August 2, 2023, at age 47. His Life Oliver was born on December 3, 1975, in Jacksonville, Florida, according to Playbill. He attended the Douglas… Read More »Clifton Oliver, ‘Lion King’ Broadway Actor, Passes at 47
As part of the Disney100 celebration, a new Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse “Dream Makers” Statue will be installed at Hong Kong Disneyland, and Disney has put out a behind-the-scenes video showing its creation. The Details First announced at D23 Expo 2022, the Walt Disney… Read More »Hong Kong Disneyland Shows Creation of New Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse “Dream Makers” Statue
Walt Disney World has announced a new limited time Florida resident ticket called the 2-Park Explorer Ticket, and here’s what you need to know. The Details Florida residents can purchase a Florida Resident Disney 2-Park Explorer Ticket, which is valid for admission to EPCOT and… Read More »Walt Disney World Offers New Limited Time 2-Park Explorer Ticket for Florida Residents
Disney and Pixar have announced release dates for “Elemental” on digital, and physical formats like 4K and blu-ray, along with the list of bonus features. The Details “Elemental” will first arrive on digital platforms, including Amazon, in the United States on August 15, 2023. The… Read More »Pixar sets ‘Elemental’ Release Dates for Digital, 4K, & Blu-Ray
To celebrate the 54th Anniversary of the beloved Haunted Mansion attraction at Disneyland, Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar inside the Disneyland Hotel is introducing a 3rd Edition Hatbox Ghost tiki mug, and here’s what you need to know. The Details The Hatbox Ghost tiki mug… Read More »New Hatbox Ghost Tiki Mug Coming to Disneyland’s Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar Aug. 9
Disney Springs in August 2023 has new monthly flavors, new foodie events, news of a new restaurant in the works, and the end of the annual “Flavors of Florida” promotion (August 13th is the last day). Are you hungry? Here are the rest of the… Read More »Disney Springs Foodie News Roundup for August 2023: Gideon’s Bakehouse, EET, Cilantro Urban Eatery, and More
Disney has announced the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort are returning November 10, 2023, through January 7, 2024, and there will be so much festive fun in store for visitors. Disney Festival of Holidays The Disney Festival of Holidays returns to Disney California Adventure for… Read More »Holidays at the Disneyland Resort Return November 10, 2023
Disney is making updates to the dining reservation system that powers Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort, and we have the details. The Update If you’ve tried to make dining reservations online for Disneyland Resort or Walt Disney World, it can be hit or miss… Read More »Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort Make Updates to Dining Reservation System