Hollywood Studios

The holidays are quickly approaching, as can be seen with the numerous decorations and merchandise that have taken over the Disney parks, transforming them into a holiday wonderland. In celebration, hours have been extended for Disney World theme parks during the Thanksgiving holiday week. Some parks will be opening earlier, while others will be staying […]

Over the past few months, we’ve seen so many new things unveiled during the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Celebration! And Disney isn’t showing any signs of slowing down! Staying true to Walt Disney’s statement, “We’ll always be introducing and testing and demonstrating new materials and new systems,” Walt Disney World is launching the next […]

Disney has announced that more indoor character meet and greets are returning to the Disney parks on November 19th! It was announced last month that some character would be returning to their previous meet and greet locations throughout November, but some did not have dates announced at the time. Guests were absolutely overjoyed when modified […]

RunDisney has announced a new race weekend  for 2022, the Springtime Surprise Weekend! This is the 3rd and final racing weekend for 2021-2022. Springtime Surprise Weekend runs March 30-April 4, a wonderful time to visit central Florida for its optimal weather and positioned perfectly dates on the calendar-between college spring break crowds and school-aged spring […]

Disney has been making a lot of changes recently, and one major change slipped by without much notice. That is, until you experience it. Disney has recently made updates to their ride breakdown protocol that could affect the timeline of your day. When dealing with a place that has so many attractions, it is known […]

The FastPass/FastPass+ replacement at Walt Disney World recently debuted and will be coming soon to Disneyland! Here’s your primer on this new system. Disney Genie Disney Genie is an absolutely free new digital service that aims to help you maximize your time in the theme parks. Genie is integrated right into your My Disney Experience […]

Walt Disney World is often thought of as an ideal location for a family vacation. Because there are so many different things to do, family members of any age can have fun on their trip to Disney. For those who go to Disney World frequently or live nearby, it can also be very enjoyable to […]

The My Disney Experience app is essential to the experience of a Walt Disney World vacation. Guests can manage dining reservations, check wait times, view their Disney PhotoPass photos and much more right on their phone through this app. Disney Genie, a complimentary service which will provide personalized suggestions and itineraries for guests, will also […]

Disney has announced that indoor character meet and greets will be returning in November to two Walt Disney World Parks! As many guests are aware, Disney’s character meet and greets have been changed to maintain social distancing and have been done outdoors. The only exception to this is character dining experiences, however that is an […]

A launch date and price details for Disney’s newest service, Disney Genie, were announced this week. This addition to the My Disney Experience App has been designed to create your best Disney day by easing the planning process of a trip to Walt Disney World. This will be achieved with personalized suggestions and itineraries. Guests […]

Those Disney lovers who are living abroad have received some excellent news. Due to changes in travel restrictions to the United States, international travelers will be able to visit Disney parks once again in November! Vaccinations and Testing Required Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the United States had restricted international travel. Although US citizens were […]

If you’ve had your eye on “traveling” aboard the new Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser and you’re a DVC Members, you’re in luck! From today until October 9th DVC Members get to be the first guests eligible to book into this exclusive and immersive experience at Disney World. Bookings for the general public do not open […]

Disney’s long awaited Galactic Starcruiser is slated to open on March 1, 2022! The immersive Star Wars themed hotel was announced in 2019 at Disney’s D23 Expo, and it has been highly anticipated since. Guests who are hoping to be the first to visit the Galactic Starcruiser will be able to book their voyage starting on […]

If you have never had the opportunity to experience Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance due to the virtual queue, you will soon be in luck. Disney has just announced that Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance virtual queue will be paused and changed to a standby line on September 23rd! This popular attraction has […]

Virtual Queues have become a common occurrence in the Disney parks with new or high demand attractions. It can be a frustrating process, especially if you or the rest of your party is not able to land a boarding group. However, Disney has recently implemented a new change that streamlines Disney’s Virtual Queues. This change […]

There have been a multitude of new and exciting changes to the Disney parks recently, including new changes to Disney’s park pass reservation system. The park pass reservation system was put into place when Walt Disney World reopened in July 2020 in an attempt to control capacity. All tickets also require a reservation to the […]

The day we have all been waiting for has finally arrived, new Disney World Annual Passes will go on sale September 8th! Disney teased the news about Annual Pass sales when the Magic Key Program was announced for Disneyland Resort , but we had little to go off of at the time. Now we have all […]

The Walt Disney World Resort has announced reopening dates for three of its popular buffet-style dining locations. As we continue to monitor Disney’s phased reopening plans, their most recent update is sure to please hungry Disney guests! These guest-favorite buffets are officially returning: Boma – Flavors of Africa at the Animal Kingdom Resort, Biergarten Restaurant […]

The latest digital service set to aid guests in both Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort is the Disney Genie app. Various features in this new app will assist guests in making the most out of their Disney vacation via complementary and paid services. However, you may find yourself wondering, what exactly is the […]

We’ve watched the Disney Parks slowly and steadily return to pre-Covid norms with the return of character experiences, more dining locations reopening and special events making their way back. Usually the return of these experiences and attractions are welcomed by park visitors. This week, however, marked the return of something that I doubt many park […]

The Walt Disney Company is hosting the first-ever World Princess Week! The royal festivities starts today, August 23 and runs through Sunday, August 29. As part of the year-long Ultimate Princess Celebration, World Princess Week will offer fans new products, digital content, a Disney Princess Hotline, unique offerings at the Disney Parks and Resorts, a […]

A rare occurrence in Hollywood Studios happened this last weekend, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance allowed guests into the Standby Line for the first time ever! Surprisingly, Rise of the Resistance boarding groups were still available up until 7:00 PM, which is when the virtual queue system ends. This is unusual, since boarding groups […]

There is a lot of buzz around the announcement of Disneyland’s new Magic Key Program, but there was something hidden in plain sight on the Disney website that is equally exciting! Walt Disney World will begin selling Annual Passes once again in time for the 50th Anniversary celebration! At the end of the release for […]

It has just been announced that Disney will be requiring masks indoors beginning July 30th. This recent update to the Disney mask policy comes after the Center for Disease Control has updated their guidelines, as well the recommendation from Orange County’s Mayor Jerry Demings. The Disney website states that all guests ages 2 and up, […]

Beginning August 1, more entertainment will be returning to Walt Disney World! Many of Disney’s shows have not yet reopened since their COVID closure, but they have been slowly reopening. Disney has just released the most recent round of reopening dates for guests to look forward to in the month of August. Wonderful World of […]

Showtimes for Character Cavalcades have been added to the My Disney Experience App! Character Cavalcades were added to Disney World upon its reopening, taking the place of parades and traditional character meet and greets. Previously Disney kept the times for these cavalcades a secret to prevent gathering crowds, but now Disney has released the times […]

Child Swap is one of the best benefits that Disney offers to families in its theme parks, and it is definitely not going anywhere. However, there are some new changes in regards to Child Swap, also known as Rider Switch, at Disney World theme parks that will be taking affect soon that could affect how […]

As of this morning Disney confirmed that Disneyland Paris would be switching to Disney Premier Access instead of bringing back FastPasses. This begs the question, will Disney Premier Access replace FastPass in Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort? Signs are pointing to yes. What Is Disney Premier Access? Disney Premier Access is a paid service […]

Walt Disney World has confirmed the eventual return of the very popular Disney Dining Plan. Although they have not specified what exact date Dining Plans will become available once more, fans of can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that Disney does intend to bring it back at one point. The Disney Dining Plan was […]

More changes are happening at Walt Disney World everyday, and this is the latest. Disney has updated their policy regarding Cast Members taking guests’ photos! Since Walt Disney World reopened, guests have been able to utilize PhotoPass photographers to take their pictures at designated locations in the parks. However, other Cast Members were not allowed […]

More updates have been released for the Walt Disney World 50th anniversary celebration, including nighttime spectaculars and other entertainment that will debut on October 1. The 50th celebration will be an event felt in every park, bringing new and exciting things to three of the parks that guests simply have to see. This is what […]

Single rider lines have begun to reopen at Walt Disney World on select rides! This change will lead to increased ride capacity, and most likely lower wait times. This news comes after the announcement that Disney has ended mandatory physical distancing, and had begun loading attractions in every row. Millennium Falcon – Smuggler’s Run Currently […]

One of Disney’s Hollywood Studios’s most popular performances is making a step towards returning! Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage is now casting for its return. Casting at this time is internal, and is for off-stage roles. Although these new casting calls point to the show gearing up for a come back, it […]

This upcoming month will start off with a bang, as fireworks will be returning to Disney Parks on July 1. This date will mark the beginning of the nightly shows again in Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disneyland, and Disney California Adventure theme parks. Guests will also have an absolutely huge show at each park for the […]

Physical distancing at all times, including while outdoors, was a measure set in place when Walt Disney World reopened in July 2020. However, now that Covid numbers are declining and vaccine rates are climbing, Disney has put an end to physical distancing for guests dining outdoors. Previously in Walt Disney World dining locations some tables […]

Walt Disney World debuted a commercial for the resort’s upcoming 50th anniversary this week. The new advertisement shows the physical form of Disney’s magic and pixie dust known as the “Beacon of Magic”. The stream of fairy dust illuminates each park icon and then soars around families as the “magic calls” them to Disney for […]

Refurbishments are a necessary part of keeping the attractions at the Disney Parks updated and running smoothly. However, it is always good to know what attractions are closed in each park before paying them a visit. Here is a complete list of which Disney attractions are closed due to Covid restrictions, closed to undergo refurbishment […]

This week, Disney’s CEO Bob Chapek spoke at the J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media, and Communications Conference. Chapek confirmed that Disney’s Park Pass reservation system and virtual queues will remain in full force at the Florida theme parks. Park Pass reservations were created as a way to limit park capacity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Even […]

Disney World’s unique transportation offering, Disney Skyliner, will experience a multi-day closure in January 2022 due to refurbishment. The gondola system’s passage to EPCOT will not be available to guests from Sunday January 23rd to Thursday January 28th, 2022. This means the line between EPCOT International Gateway, Disney’s Riviera Resort, and Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort […]

It’s breaking news across the internet that Disney just announced they will no longer require face coverings for most outdoor areas in its Walt Disney World theme parks, Disney Springs, and other select areas of the Walt Disney World Resort starting tomorrow, May 15th, 2021. This news is the newest in a string of announcements […]

It has recently been announced that Walt Disney World park capacity will be increasing based on the newest safety information released from the CDC. Near the end of 2020, Disney raised the park capacity to 35%. This was the last announcement Disney made in regards to park capacity until this week.  Bob Chapek, Disney’s CEO, […]

For the first time since the parks’ reopening, Walt Disney World will reduce the 6 feet physical distancing requirements in select locations. Disney has recently updated their “Returning to a World of Magic” webpage that lists all of their rules and regulations regarding their health and safety guidelines.  Disney’s website now states: Disney will continue […]

Disney has announced that AdventHealth will be expanding their healthcare services to Walt Disney World guests. AdventHealth World of Wellness will be of service to guests of the Walt Disney World theme parks and resorts by providing ER and Urgent Care facilities. These facilities will be located at the Flamingo Crossings Town Center.  For those […]

Disney has announced that, in accordance with CDC guidelines, they will end temperature screening this month for both their employees and guests visiting the Walt Disney World parks.  This statement on the matter was released by Disney on Wednesday May 5. Temperature screenings have been just one part of Disney’s health and safety protocols that […]

Disney’s Hollywood Studios has officially reached capacity for certain dates through July. Guests who are in the process of making their vacation plans at the Walt Disney World parks may notice some challenges booking reservations if they have single or multi day tickets. However, as availability is constantly changing, guests should not be discouraged as […]

Guests will be seated in an exact replica of the Muppet Theater for the 3D experience of a lifetime. The Muppets will show guests the making of Muppet 3D Vision, but things go awry. Muppet*Vision 3D Details Walt Disney World Park Disney’s Hollywood Studios Location in Park Grand Avenue Height Restrictions Any height Age Interests […]

Disney has brought more Cast Members back to work. Although the parks are not operating at full capacity, and not all attractions or dining locations are currently open, a large number of Cast Members have returned sporting their special “Earning My Ears” badges.  These Cast Members were previously furloughed when the Florida theme parks were […]

Disney World has increased park hours for summer time! Disney has updated their park hours on the calendar from now all the way up until June 2021. This summer hour expansion is exciting news for those planning their trips to the park this year and may indicate some exciting changes to come. The updated list […]

Mears Transportation has committed to replace the Magical Express in 2022. The new service, being called “Mears Connect”, will offer transportation and other amenities to future guests of the Florida theme parks.  Disney’s Magical Express provides guests with complimentary transportation from the Orlando airport to Disney Vacation Club resorts and theme parks. When it was […]

Disney has updated their mask policy to allow for photos! Those who have visited the parks this last year know that masks have been required at all times, unless sitting to eat or drink.  This recently updated mask policy will now allow guests to remove their masks for pictures, as long as they are remaining […]

Blizzard Beach has reopened, and with the water park’s reopening comes the news that the Park Hopper Plus ticket has returned. Guests may have noticed that, although standard Park Hopper tickets returned back in January 2021, the Park Hopper Plus tickets were not previously available for purchase. Park Hopper Plus tickets are the same as […]

If you are currently checking for Park Pass reservations, you may have noticed that the Disney World theme parks have reached capacity for next week. Most likely due to Spring Break and an increase in vacation travel, there are no park reservations for any of the four parks available from March 15 to March 18.  […]

Disney has recently announced that the Disney Junior character breakfast is returning to Hollywood & Vine, a popular character dining restaurant inside of Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It is no secret that one of the best ways to interact with characters in the parks right now is through the character dining at Disney’s variety of restaurant […]

Everyone could use some extra time inside the most magical place on Earth, and it has just been confirmed that hours at Disney World are extended for the first week of March. All four of Disney’s Florida theme parks; Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Epcot, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios; will be open for an extra hour […]

Disney World has just announced their new theme for its upcoming 50th Anniversary celebration. Starting on October 1, 2021, the Disney World Resort will begin “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” with extra shimmer and sparkle throughout all four theme parks. To describe the new, special event decorations and experiences, Disney has coined the term “EARidescence.” […]

August 29th marked the opening of the much anticipated Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Fast passes and dining reservations were booked weeks in advance and shortly after the park opening guests needed to reserve virtual boarding passes to return to Galaxy’s Edge later in the day.  Of course, being a newly opened […]

The most adorable aliens from the Pizza Planet galaxy are here to take you on the ride of your life. These aliens and their flying saucers will spin and twirl guests of all ages to fun, fast paced music, straight from Toy Story. Alien Swirling Saucers Details Walt Disney World Park Disney’s Hollywood Studios Location […]

Join Lightning McQueen and his friends as they show exactly what it takes to become an expert racer. Using a racing simulator, Lightning McQueen will teach junior racers all his best tricks and tips.  Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy Details Walt Disney World Park Disney’s Hollywood Studios Location in Park Sunset Boulevard  Height Restrictions Any Height […]

Join Minnie and Mickey in their cartoon universe after Goofy takes guests off the train track and on a wacky adventure. Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Details Walt Disney World Park Disney’s Hollywood Studios Location in Park Hollywood Boulevard  Height Restrictions Any Height Age Interests All ages Thrill Type Dark Rides Hours Normal park hours […]

Prepare for the flight of your lives on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run! Whether you’re a pilot, gunner, or engineer, you and your crew must work together to carry out a mission for Hondo Ohnaka. In one of the most interactive and immersive attractions on Walt Disney World property, guests will find themselves working to outmaneuver […]

Guests will be seated in an exact replica of the Muppet Theater for the 3D experience of a lifetime. The Muppets will show guests the making of Muppet 3D Vision, but things go awry. Muppet*Vision 3D Details Walt Disney World Park Disney’s Hollywood Studios Location in Park Grand Avenue Height Restrictions Any height Age Interests […]

Speed along freeways in Los Angeles to Aerosmith classics. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Details Walt Disney World Park Disney’s Hollywood Studios Location in Park Sunset Boulevard  Height Restrictions 48 inches Age Interests Kids. Adults, Teens, Tweens Thrill Type Thrill Ride, Big Drops, Loud Hours 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM Wait Times Medium FastPass+ Yes Accessibility […]

At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, guests can board their very own Starspeeder 1000 and head to a galaxy far, far away. Star Tours – The Adventures Continue allows guests to meet the iconic characters and experience the original planets at the center of the Star Wars saga. Star Tours – The Adventures Continue Details Walt Disney […]

Become an official member of the Resistance and battle against the First Order for your freedom. Star Wars: Rise Of The Resistance Details Walt Disney World Park Disney’s Hollywood Studios Location in Park Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Height Restrictions 40” (102cm) or taller Age Interests Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults Thrill Type Thrill Ride, Small Drops, […]

At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, guests can cross over into the dimension of sound, sight, and mind known as The Twilight Zone. Guests can board the desolate service elevator of a 1930’s era hotel, The Hollywood Tower Hotel. They are immersed in the macabre storytelling style of this award-winning television series. This attraction takes guests on […]

Ride along with Woody and all of his friends on a rootin’ tootin’ western themed shoot out. This 4D shooting game is all about hitting the target and scoring points inside of Toy Story Land. Toy Story Mania! Details Walt Disney World Park Disney’s Hollywood Studios Location in Park Toy Story Land Height Restrictions Any […]

Join Mickey and Minnie on the wackiest animated adventure, all while relaxing inside of a theater. Vacation Fun Details Walt Disney World Park Disney’s Hollywood Studios Location in Park Echo Lake Height Restrictions Any height Age Interests All ages Thrill Type Short Film Hours 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM Wait Times Low FastPass+ Yes Accessibility […]

50’s Prime Time Cafe is a real blast from the past. This vintage restaurant takes life and food from the 50’s and brings it to the present. There are plenty of cool features like a mini TV at every table that show black and white primetime shows circa 1955. 50’s Prime Time Cafe Details Walt […]

Enjoy international cuisine in an Art Deco inspired commissary.  ABC Commissary Details Walt Disney World Park Hollywood Studios Location in Park Commissary Lane Dining Experience Quick Service Hours 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM Price Range $14.99 and under Type of Cuisine American Mobile Order Yes Reservations No Allergy-Friendly Yes Dining Overview The ABC Commissary is […]

Hollywood and Vine is a character dining, family-style restaurant which caters to the younger members of the family. It’s a perfect opportunity to eat breakfast with their favorite Disney Junior characters, where your children will have the chance to eat, play, and interact with Disney Jr. friends. Lunch and dinner are hosted by Minnie Mouse […]

Dive into a variety of sweet, deliciousness ice cream treats from hand dipped cones to sundaes. Hollywood Scoops Details Walt Disney World Park Hollywood Studios Location in Park Sunset Boulevard Dining Experience Quick Service Hours 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM Price Range $14.99 and under Type of Cuisine American Mobile Order No Reservations No Allergy-Friendly […]

Enjoy a delicious frozen beverage, specialty milks, that are common to drink with the locals in this galaxy far far away.  Milk Stand Details Walt Disney World Park: Hollywood Studios Location in Park: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Dining Experience: Cart / Kiosk Hours: 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM Price Range: $14.99 and under Type of […]

Rub elbows with smugglers, travelers, and bounty hunters and enjoy unique libations in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge brought to the cantina from all over the galaxy. Oga’s Cantina Details Walt Disney World Park Hollywood Studios Location in Park Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Dining Experience Casual Dining Hours 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM Price Range $15.00 […]

If you want a 50s experience like no other then the Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater is the place for you. Do you like dinner and a movie? What about dinner and a movie in a car shaped seat? At Hollywood Studios’ Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater you can enjoy delicious American cuisine while watching classic movie clips from […]

The Hollywood Brown Derby is an upscale restaurant with a “Golden Age of Hollywood” aesthetic. If you decide to come here for lunch or dinner you will step into a warm, wood-paneled restaurant that serves contemporary American cuisine. Hollywood Brown Derby Details Walt Disney World Park Hollywood Studios Location in Park Hollywood Boulevard Dining Experience […]

Enjoy one of the most fun and unique dining experiences Disney’s Hollywood Studios has to offer. Guests will feel like they have shrunk and gone to lunch box heaven in this clever dining location in Toy Story Land. Woody’s Lunch Box Details Walt Disney World Park: Hollywood Studios Location in Park: Toy Story Land Dining […]