Blogs

We have a love-hate relationship with Club Level at Walt Disney World. We love having a luxury-caliber experience, along with easy access to “unlimited” food, drinks and desserts. We hate how much it costs. The Deluxe Resorts that offer these lounges typically charge $200 to $300 extra per night, and that’s on top of already […]

The Walt Disney Company has shared executive compensation for CEO Bob Iger, as well as the CFO and others in the current c-suite. This looks at those numbers, Disney’s explanation for the salaries & bonuses, as well as the latest on the succession planning process and the annual shareholder’s meeting. It’s now been three years

Earlier this week, we reported on Disney reversing course on its previous plan to exclude from its proxy statement a shareholder proposal to conduct an independent & public review of its controversial Disability Access Service policy changes at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. Here’s the latest on that, with details about the DAS vote in

Takumi-Tei’s Omakase Tasting Menu is a Walt Disney World bucket list-worthy experience. The Japan pavilion’s Signature Restaurant is unquestionably expensive, but is it worth the money? This dining review shares food photos & thoughts on our experience at this Epcot fine dining restaurant. Let’s start with the latest update, which is that Takumi-Tei will soon

Port Orleans French Quarter and Riverside are sister Moderate Resort hotels at Walt Disney World that we recommend to anyone who loves themed environments. So…which is the better option for your WDW vacation? This post offers our head-to-head smackdown to see which reigns supreme. We won’t bury the lede–they’re both great hotels and there’s no

Disneyland Resort has finally announced the long-awaited reopening date of its #1 table service restaurant at its flagship hotel, Napa Rose in the Grand Californian, which closed last April for a reimagining. This shares a first look at the new menu, dates & details, plus our thoughts on the fine dining experience and how its changes

Walt Disney World has made quiet calendar changes to two Magic Kingdom shows starting next week, reducing or pausing showtimes of productions held on the forecourt stage. This aligns with a previous announcement about repainting Cinderella Castle, at least sort of. Here’s the latest, including why we’re wondering whether the project is delayed. As basic

Universal and the Pokémon Company announced a global plan to build new innovative, immersive, and world-class Pokémon experiences. The first of these blockbuster attractions featuring the fan-favorite Nintendo franchise will be built at Universal Studios Japan (USJ), with the United States parks and beyond coming thereafter. Here’s the latest. According to Universal and Pokémon, this

Disney has launched 3 new special offers for May through September 2026, with two different hotel deals and one ticket discount for Disneyland and California Adventure. Here’s everything you need to know about these deals, including valid visit dates & details, how much money you’ll save, impacts on crowds, and our advice about taking advantage

Walt Disney World has announced the opening date for Garden View Lounge, and revealed the full menu for the Alice in Wonderland Tea Experience. Here’s the latest, including food photos, reservation dates, and everything else you need to know. In case you’re unfamiliar with it, the Garden View Tea Room or Lounge is not brand new. It