Disney’s New Patent Could Let You Board a Boat Ride Without Leaving Your Wheelchair
Disney regularly files patents for ideas that reshape how guests experience the parks, and a recent one takes aim at a longstanding accessibility challenge. Published on September 17, 2026, the patent describes a boat ride vehicle that tilts to bring guests using wheelchairs, scooters, and strollers on board without asking them to transfer out of […]
Fall Flavors and Award Wins: What Is New at STK Steakhouse in Disney Springs
STK Steakhouse at Disney Springs has two reasons to visit this season. The restaurant recently rolled out a limited-time pumpkin menu built around fall flavors, and it is celebrating a pair of awards with a deal on one of its starters. Here is a look at both, so you can decide what to order on […]
Grand Californian Refurbishment: What Members Should Know
Exterior work continues at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa at the Disneyland Resort, and the latest changes touch several areas guests use every day. Construction walls have grown, scaffolding is going up in some spots and coming down in others, and the front pool remains closed. If you have points booked here or plan […]
Snacking On A Budget At Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Eating at the Disney parks doesn’t have to break the bank! If you’re looking for ways to save money during your Disney vacation, there are several options for you. Snacking is considered to be an essential part of the Disney experience for many guests. Some snacks cost more, some less, but whether you are sharing […]
Lilypad Brings a New Soundtrack to Alien Swirling Saucers in Toy Story Land
A new toy is joining the backyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and she is bringing the music with her. Starting Friday, September 25, Lilypad from Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5 arrives at Alien Swirling Saucers in Toy Story Land, and the attraction is getting a fresh name to match: Alien Swirling Saucers: Lilypad’s Jams. […]
A Familiar Face Takes the Piano Bench at Casey’s Corner in Magic Kingdom
Main Street U.S.A. has a new sound coming from Casey’s Corner, and it comes from someone who knows Walt Disney World well. Carol Stein, a cast member of 36 years, has stepped up to the piano at the Magic Kingdom eatery, bringing decades of music and Disney experience to one of the most recognizable spots […]
Yacht Club Guests Using Side Entrance During Resort Refurbishment
If you have a stay booked at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, your arrival will look a little different right now. Construction has reached the central building, and the main lobby entrance is closed off. Guests are being pointed toward the back of the resort to reach the lobby. Here is what to expect and how […]
Exclusive One-Day Only Drink Coming to EPCOT On September 21st
Do you remember the 21st night of September? If you know that line, you probably already know where this is going. Disney is giving Guests an extra reason to celebrate September 21st at EPCOT this year with a special, one-day-only drink, and there’s no better place to enjoy it than near one of the most […]
Disney’s New AI-Guided Planning Tool Aims to Make Booking a Disney World Trip Easier
Planning a Walt Disney World vacation involves a lot of moving parts, and Disney knows it. To help guests handle the details with less effort, the resort is rolling out a new AI-guided planning experience on its website, built in partnership with Google Cloud and Gemini. Here is a look at what the tool does, […]
How Disney World Celebrates Hispanic & Latin American Heritage Month in 2026
Fall at Walt Disney World Resort brings a season of music, family, and culture. From September 15 through October 15, the resort hosts its Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month celebration under the theme Together We Are Magia. The month brings live concerts, character experiences, themed films, and new merchandise across the parks. Here is […]
September 21st Celebration Returns to Cosmic Rewind + A Special EPCOT Beverage
Every year on September 21, EPCOT leans into one of the most beloved songs in music history, and 2026 keeps the tradition going. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will spin the same anthem all day long, and this time there is a themed drink to match. Here is what fans can look forward to […]