Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2023 Edition

[jpeterson]

Wow, I never had any issues with the luggage delivery except the time I forgot to stop at the desk at the DME loading place and let them know. I finally got my bags after I stopped by Bell Services and told them, and then they were able to clear up the issue...
Absolutely LOVED not having to schlep bags around the airport and lugging them back to the airport from the resort!

Especially if you have young kids. It was a godsend. My kids are older now and it's not so bad but when they were toddlers the last thing we needed was dealing with bags too.

 

[Chernabob]

Yeah, I did the checked bag once and I didn't see my bag until like 1 AM. I wasn't thrilled about that.

Same here. It may be a fairly uncommon experience, but it's not a risk I'll ever take again. Not a fun way to start a WDW vacation--fretting over what you're going to wear, how you're going to get clothes, etc.

 

[soniam]

Same here. It may be a fairly uncommon experience, but it's not a risk I'll ever take again. Not a fun way to start a WDW vacation--fretting over what you're going to wear, how you're going to get clothes, etc.

I think it was worse if you arrived kind of late. We needed to go to bed and still hadn't received ours. Had to get our son out of bed when they finally arrived, so that he could brush his teeth. We didn't do that again either.

 

[BrianL]

Same here. It may be a fairly uncommon experience, but it's not a risk I'll ever take again. Not a fun way to start a WDW vacation--fretting over what you're going to wear, how you're going to get clothes, etc.

I just wanted my toothbrush!

 

[OppR2nist]

I think it was worse if you arrived kind of late. We needed to go to bed and still hadn't received ours. Had to get our son out of bed when they finally arrived, so that he could brush his teeth. We didn't do that again either.

We generally use carry-ons, so this has never been much of an issue. If there's concern, though. I would keep essentials in a backpack, and live out of that for as short a time as necessary.

 

[HokieRaven5]

The Little Mermaid - Teaser - Releasing in 100 Days in Theaters May 26, 2023

 

[HokieRaven5]

Akoya Pearls Reopens in Japan Pavilion at EPCOT After 3 Years

 

[Duckbug.Ducktales]

The Little Mermaid - Teaser - Releasing in 100 Days in Theaters May 26, 2023

Ursula!

 

[HokieRaven5]

Donald Duck & Daisy Duck Sighting Relocated at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

With Chip & Dale leaving the Hollywood Brown Derby lawn open, Donald Duck and Daisy Duck have moved into the space. The Hollywood Brown Derby meet and greet space can be one of two locations – either on the actual lawn near the entrance to the restaurant or in a garden area along Hollywood Blvd nearby. When we visited Hollywood Studios earlier this morning, Donald and Daisy were doing some gardening as guests strolled by and snapped distanced selfies.

 

[jpeterson]

Akoya Pearls Reopens in Japan Pavilion at EPCOT After 3 Years

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We did that twice with my kids and they loved it. Glad it's back.

 

[kylenne]

The Little Mermaid - Teaser - Releasing in 100 Days in Theaters May 26, 2023

Just in time for my birthday trip! I can't wait for the special treats and merch at the parks!!

 

[OppR2nist]

The Little Mermaid - Teaser - Releasing in 100 Days in Theaters May 26, 2023

I just looked over the cast for this thing. I was excited for the new take on Ariel, but the other names attached are crazy! I'm excited for every one of them!

 

[Shelby Schroepfer]

Akoya Pearls Reopens in Japan Pavilion at EPCOT After 3 Years

Akoya Pearls Reopens in Japan Pavilion at EPCOT After 3 Years

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And not much more than it used to be? I don't think!! I remember paying between 16 and 18 with tax in 2017!

 

[Gusey]

You Can Now Buy (AntMan) Scott Lang’s Book ‘Look Out for the Little Guy!’
The book is now available for pre-order, set to release on September 5th, 2023

This is the incredible story of an ex-con turned world-saving Super Hero.

In Look Out for the Little Guy, Scott Lang shares with the world a bracingly honest account of his struggles and triumphs, from serving time to being a divorced dad to becoming Ant-Man and joining The Avengers. These are stories of epic battles won and lost, as this everyman turned Super Hero finally tells all—from the official account of what really happened between The Avengers and Thanos to how shrinking down to ant-size really feels to the challenges of balancing the roles of hero and dad.

Across his many adventures big and small, Scott has gathered the wisdom of countless amazing experiences into this, the first memoir from a real-life Avenger. Once you learn the unforgettable details of his epic journey, you won’t need to be reminded . . . to look out for the little guy.

“Introduces the man behind the hero, and the hero I call friend.”
—Bruce Banner, fellow Avenger

 

[HokieRaven5]

Disney+ ‘Descendants’ Spinoff ‘The Pocketwatch’ Finds Its Maleficent, Aladdin, Jasmine, and More

 

[HokieRaven5]

Just because this combines some of my favorite characters in one…

https://twitter.com/x/status/1625929656615436300

 

[Geomom]

Akoya Pearls Reopens in Japan Pavilion at EPCOT After 3 Years

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Yay! Now I just need to plan a trip when my 18 yr old is available. My oldest got a pearl for her 16th birthday...my youngest turned 16 in 2020...so no pearl yet.

 

[Tigger's ally]

He was always my favorite, even more so....

https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/35664652/michael-jordan-donates-10m-make-wish-60th-birthday

 

[HokieRaven5]

Details announced for DVC Member previews of TRON Lightcycle Run at Walt Disney World

The Disney Vacation Club Member previews of TRON Lightcycle Run at Walt Disney World will take place March 4, 5 and 6.

Registration will begin at 11:00 AM on February 16 2023 at this website.

 

[HokieRaven5]

Walt Disney World Cast Member VoluntEARS Take Top Fundraising Spot at Paws in the Park

Walt Disney World Cast Members have raised more than $9.3K for the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando, earning these VoluntEARS the top fundraising spot once again. The philanthropic Cast Members were presented with a certificate at Paws in the Park, an annual community event that benefits the alliance.

A group of Cast Members, known affectionately as the “Disney Dogs Pack”, have been recognized as the top fundraising team for the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando for 14 of the last 16 years. Hundreds of Cast Members have contributed this year, culminating in another top spot for Walt Disney World. Their philanthropy was celebrated during an award presentation at the organization’s annual Paws in the Park event and shared by Disney Cast Life and the Disney Parks Blog.