After years of anticipation, “Toy Story 4,” the fourth and possibly final installment in Pixar’s seminal franchise, is finally hitting theaters, and we. are. ready. Parents who were introduced as children to Woody, Buzz and the gang when “Toy Story” was first released in 1995 can’t wait to take their own kids to “Toy Story […]
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, easily the most highly anticipated theme park expansion of all time, is now open at Disneyland, and will open Aug. 29 at Walt Disney World. The 14-acre Star Wars-themed land has long promised to be the most epic, immersive theme park experience ever offered. I attended the media preview and star-studded […]
When you reminisce about your happiest childhood memories, you probably recall the time you spent with your family — the camping trips, the new cities or countries you explored, the animal encounters, the beaches and lakes you swam in, and the people you met along the way. Traveling together gives us wonderful opportunities to engage […]
When you reminisce about your happiest childhood memories, you probably recall the time you spent with your family — the camping trips, the new cities or countries you explored, the animal encounters, the beaches and lakes you swam in, and the people you met along the way. Traveling together gives us wonderful opportunities to engage […]
For the most magical Walt Disney World experience, staying “on property” (Disney speak for official WDW accommodations) at a “deluxe” resort is the way to go. Immersive theming, luxurious amenities, signature dining, and—the big one—proximity to the parks: checks all around. Want to take it up another notch? Disney’s deluxe resorts include some sprawling and truly […]
The Force was strong in Chicago this weekend as Star Wars fans from across the galaxy descended on the Windy City to participate in massive fan gathering Star Wars Celebration. This year’s Celebration was jam-packed with five days of panels, star appearances, autograph and photo ops, cosplay, exclusive merchandise, and, of course, big announcements. We […]
A new generation of racing enthusiasts is about to meet Italian-American motor-racing icon Mario Andretti, albeit in animated mouse form. The legendary driver is guest starring on Disney’s animated series “Mickey and the Roadster Racers” as Mario Mousedretti in “Mickey’s Spring Grand Prix,” and the episode looks adorable. Mousedretti teams up with Mickey to race […]
Disney Vacation Club’s newest Walt Disney World Resort, Disney’s Riviera Resort, projected to open in December 2019, is opening its model rooms to the public — and they’re stunning. Disney has already opened up the resort for cash reservation bookings by the general public for stays beginning Dec. 16, 2019. Disney Vacation Club (DVC), Disney’s vacation […]
If there’s one thing everyone knows about our family, it’s that we have a serious Disney obsession. Between Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Aulani and Disney Cruise Line, we generally pack in at least four Disney vacations a year (How do we afford it? Three words: Disney Vacation Club.) As spring break approaches, if the questions […]
Although Chicagoans are ready to be released from Elsa’s icy grip for the winter, fans of Disney’s Frozen will want to mark their calendars for October 2020 when the hit Broadway musical arrives on stage at the Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 W. Randolph). The 11-week Chicago engagement (Oct. 21, 2020–Jan. 3, 2021) will be the […]
