This Week at TouringPlans – Week of May 26, 2019

Welcome to your one-stop shop for our news from Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Universal Orlando, and more.

Walt Disney World News of the Week

• A Disney cupcake that didn’t live up to the hype?! See which one we thought was lacking.
• Chrissy gives a thorough breakdown of everything you need to know about the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique.
• Teachers deserve EVERYTHING, including these discounts on Disney Springs area hotels.
• Angela vlogs her taste test of vegan dogs vs. vegan Sloppy Joes. Which will win the SNACKDOWN?
• We tell you step by step how to order custom MagicBands prior to your resort stay.
• The Leave a Legacy monoliths are currently being removed. We have photos.
• Want some mesquite-flavored cotton candy? We know where to find it.
• The new Art Corner shop at Disney Springs offers a variety of personalized gift items.
• You can now use mobile order at some hotel quick service dining locations. Huzzah!
• Brian shares his TOP 5 roller coasters at Walt Disney World.
• The Starbucks locations at Walt Disney World are very highly rated by our readers. Here’s everything you need to know about the WDW Starbucks situation.
• This holiday season will be a lot different at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
• John has news about discounts at Art of Animation and the Swan & Dolphin.
• After Hours events are continuing through the summer. We’ve got the dates.
• There’s a new theme park ticket option, just for this summer.
• RunDisney has announced the themes for 2020 WDW Marathon season. Check it out!
• How much icing does a cupcake really hold? We know.
• New PhotoPass Magic Shots, available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, celebrate the 25th anniversary of the animated Lion King film.
• New evening experiences are on their way to Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
• Is this popcorn part of your Disney experience?
• A new Memory Maker shot puts you in a bird’s eye view of the Magic Kingdom.
• Julia had some ideas for National Wine Day. Wait, that’s not every day?

Disneyland News of the Week

• Foolish mortals, celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland at events this August.
• Sugarboo is opening a location at Downtown Disney. They have such adorable merchandise.
• Soarin’ Over California – aka classic Soarin’ – is back for an encore presentation at Disney California Adventure this summer.

Universal Orlando News of the Week

• We’ve got 8 do’s and don’ts for having a fantastic experience at the Wizarding World.
• The Hard Rock Hotel is offering a new acoustic brunch. Bloody Marys on Sunday morning. Sign us up!

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge News of the Week

• WE HAVE THE MAP FOR GALAXY’S EDGE!
• Here’s the scoop on how to buy Galaxy’s Edge merch on opening day.
• The Play Disney Parks app will have features for Galaxy’s Edge.
• Hold on to your wallets, people! Here’s a pricing breakdown for lightsabers and Galaxy’s Edge.
• These are the Droids you’re looking for.
• We have a deep dive into the Galaxy’s Edge MREs – this is the product that made Guy say, “I feel like I’m living the Star Wars dream.”
• Here’s the 411 on how much the Galaxy’s Edge Blue Milk will cost.
• Disney is going to live stream the grand opening of Galaxy’s Edge. Will you be watching?
• This DJ Rex toy can help you get the party started.
• Are drink coasters the hot “free” souvenir from Galaxy’s Edge?
• Galaxy’s Edge-themed tees can be personalized on shopDisney.com.
• The build-your-own lightsabers at Savi’s Workshop will be available in four different themes.
• Will the Bluetooth setting on your phone impact your Galaxy’s Edge experience?
• We’re taking an extended look at merchandise from Galaxy’s Edge.

Merchandise

• Illuminations is ending soon. (I’m not crying, you’re crying!) Of course it wouldn’t be a Disney transition with merchandise to commemorate it. Here’s a look at the Farewell to Illuminations merch.
• Disney is showing its Pride with a new line of rainbow merchandise. A percentage of proceeds go to an LGBTQ+ charity. We love this!
• Let’s go shopping in Epcot’s Mexico pavilion!
• Here’s where you can find the new light-up Tinker Bell wings at WDW.
• We’ve got a tour of the ear headbands available at Epcot right now. Which one is on sale?
• Disney Wishables are here and we wish they weren’t so darn cute because we’re tempted to buy them all.
• Head to Epcot for new Minnie Ears themed to Mexican Sweet Bread.
• The first of the new designer ears series is out. Would you buy this?

Fun Stuff!

• In this week’s SATURDAY SIX, Derek takes a look at comic books based on Disney attractions. THERE IS A TIKI ROOM COMIC BOOK.
• Did you know that to get ready for Galaxy’s Edge, Brian and Angela have been doing a full rewatch of all the Star Wars movies? You can watch along and discuss the films with them on our YouTube channel. This is what they’ve done so far:
  • The Force Awakens
  • Return of the Jedi
  • Empire Strikes Back
  • A New Hope
  • Rogue One
  • Solo: A Star Wars Story
  • Revenge of the Sith
  • Attack of the Clones
  • The Phantom Menace

The Week Ahead

If you’re planning to the visit to the parks soon, here’s what’s going on this week.

• The week ahead at Walt Disney World
• The week ahead at Disneyland
• The week ahead at Universal Orlando
• The week ahead on Disney Cruise Line

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