Here’s another, albeit small, change that seems to be happening at the WDW Resort. Some may remember the scents that they put in the showers. The scent of blushing orange combined with the signature Florida sulfur scented water. One of the things that the folks at Disney are good at is using our sense of smell to invoke emotion or a fond memory. Even if it is something as inadvertently using the smell of their bath scents to do the same job (not sure if it was intentional but it certainly does the job).

How do you feel about this change? Let us know what you think.

Many guests get extremely excited for the Disney themed bath products found in the guest room when staying at a resort at Walt Disney World.  Disney uses H20+ brand of products in the guests rooms and the type and design of the H20+ that are used.  

Source: Walt Disney World Changed the Bath Products Used in Resort Guest Rooms

Little by little, remnants of the old EPCOT (or EPCOT Center for those who remember) seem to be slowly fading away. Many will remember attractions such as the World of Motion, Universe of Energy (before Ellen), Kitchen Kabaret, and other older attractions no longer there (if these don’t spark your memory, listen to Throwback Thursday on the radio station. Maybe it will jog your memory). And while we can all accept that things must and do change, it’s sad to think that one of EPCOT’s icons may end up being lost amidst the change. Of course, this is only conjecture at this point. However, Disney Dining tends to hear correct. Take a look and let us know what you think.

Walt Disney World frequently conducts research surveys to receive feedback and help guide new experiences and offerings that will be planned for the parks.  Based on recent surveys to Epcot guests, it looks like Disney is trying to determine Figment’s overall popularity.  

Source: Figment May Be Going Away Based on Walt Disney World Guest Survey – DisneyDining

We’re actually inclined to disagree, here. But click the link and read the article yourself. Most of the references are for the Disneyland attraction. However, the same falls true for the same attraction in the Magic Kingdom at WDW. Let us know what you think. Sound off, mates!

The Pirates of the Caribbean ride at Disneyland recently celebrated its 50th anniversary. The attraction has a timeless appeal, and its greatest strength was its lack of storyline. But then, Disney added Jack Sparrow to the ride in 2006. Sparrow’s inclusion, and the intrusive manner in which it was done, detracts from what made the ride special.

Source: Jack Sparrow Ruined Disney’s Pirates Of The Caribbean Ride

So how do you feel about this one? There are rumors in the wind about a luxury Star Wars resort experience. It would be GREAT!! If you remove the word luxury. There seems to be a disturbing trend of offering luxury experiences like this to those who are willing to pay. And make no mistake, Disney knows that there are plenty who will pay. But will this resort experience fall under the deluxe umbrella of the Polynesian or the Grand Floridian? Does that mean that travelers who can’t afford to stay at that level will never be able to experience this Star Wars experience? We’re interested in hearing your thoughts about this. Let us know what you think.

Source: BREAKING: Star Wars Resort Experience Possibly Coming to Walt Disney World – DisneyDining

We’re a little late this year. But it it took us a little time to regain some of the music we had last year. Starting Monday, we’ll start playing some holiday music to get you through your work week. Some in the morning and some in the afternoon. Then all day on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. So you can have it on in the background of any holiday activities that you have going. And as always, have a very safe, warm, and happy holiday this season!

We recently reported that the Walt Disney World Resort had closed  due to Hurricane Matthew. According to the Disney Parks Blog, they will reopen 8am Saturday morning. It does not appear as though there is any damage in the resort that is being reported but we’ll stay close to this as we get the information.

Walt Disney World Resort theme parks closed due to Hurricane Matthew will reopen on Saturday morning at 8 a.m. Disney Springs, our miniature golf courses, Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon water parks will resume normal operations as well on Saturday.

Source: UPDATE: Walt Disney World Theme Parks, Disney Springs to Reopen Saturday | Disney Parks Blog

Well, a lot of us were speculating but it was made official. It seems as though Walt Disney World will close at 5 p.m,. today and will not open Friday due to Hurricane Matthew. This also means that Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party will be canceled tonight. Disney Parks has already been in the process of moving guests from the Wilderness Lodge camp sites into resorts.

We wish all the guests and residents down there to be safe during this dangerous time.

Source: Disney World closing early today as Hurricane Matthew approaches – Orlando Sentinel

Some of you may have noticed that we’ve begun to insert music from Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party into the music rotation. Not only that, there is also a block dedicated to just that music on Mondays and Fridays from 8PM – 10PM ET through Halloween night! Are we missing anything that you want to hear? Let us know!

Source: ‘The Muppets Present… Great Moments in American History’ Debuts October 2 at Magic Kingdom Park | Disney Parks Blog

So this is happening. This looks like it will be a neat show. The Muppets seem to be taking their antics into the Magic Kingdom, this October! Telling specific tales within American History, from their point of view of course. We’re definitely looking forward to seeing what the Muppets have come up with. For those of you headed to the parks this fall, the show is set to begin October 2nd. Check it out and tell us what you think!

You may remember, recently, that we mentioned that the Main Street Electrical parade was coming to an end at Walt Disney World on October 9th. Some of you may be lamenting the fact that you may not have a chance to see it live before it leaves. Well, good thing that the Disney Parks Blog has us covered. They will be having a live stream, this Sunday, at 8:55 PM ET. So tune in and say goodbye to a WDW classic! But no worries! Magic Kingdom Radio will continue to play the music from the parade.

Source: Watch #DisneyParksLIVE Stream of Main Street Electrical Parade from Magic Kingdom Park | Disney Parks Blog