Articles by Craig Smith

Last Updated on: February 18th, 2024







Disney Skyliner | A Complete Guide

Disney is constructing a new skyliner transportation system between select Disney World resorts and parks. Here is everything we currently know about the new transportation option.













ESPN Plus: A Complete Guide to the ESPN Streaming Service

In the ever-expanding universe of streaming services, ESPN Plus has emerged as a significant player, especially for sports enthusiasts. This complete guide aims to shed light on everything ESPN Plus offers, from its vast array of sports coverage to original programming, pricing, and more.







Celebrating New Years at Disney World: What To Do?

New Years is an amazing time at Walt Disney World. As expected, Disney spares no expense to put on a first class show with a number of premium “extras” available to those that want to make the night just a bit more magical. Here is a rundown of what we currently know will be going on New Years at Disney World.





What are the Disney World Costume Rules for Halloween?

One popular Disney World-related question this time of year is regarding what you can and can’t wear as a costume into the Magic Kingdom for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween party after-hours event. Here is everything you need to know.







TCM’s Treasures from the Disney Vault Explained

“Treasures from the Disney Vault” represented a unique and invaluable contribution to the preservation and appreciation of film history. By opening the vault and sharing its treasures with the world, Disney and TCM provided a priceless gift to fans and scholars alike. The initiative underscored the timeless appeal of Disney’s creations, ensuring that these cinematic treasures would continue to enchant and inspire audiences for years to come.


How to Feel Like You Are at Walt Disney World Every Day

We all work long and hard days and could use a pick-me-up at times. There are a number of ways in which you can escape reality and recreate a little of the magic from your last Walt Disney World vacation. Here are a few ways in which I have been able to escape the craziness of my day job and jet off to a virtual Disney World for a little bit…


The Disney World Minnie Van Service | The Complete Guide

The new Disney World Minnie Mouse Van Service, dubbed “Minnie Vans” was announced in the Summer of 2017 at the D23 Expo and soon after the new polka-dotted fleet of crossover SUVs  began popping up around the resort. Here is a complete rundown of what you need to know about the new service.



Puppy Dog Pals Toys, Books and Other Products Currently Available

Puppy Dog Pals is a wildly popular new animated children’s television show on Disney Junior, which you would think would make it a perfect candidate for the old Disney marketing machine. Not so much. Much like PJ Masks last year, it has taken a while for Puppy Dog Pals toys and other products to hit stores.



Complete Disney World Character Dining List (2024)

Disney World character meals include more than just food. With each of these special meals, you get the added bonus of some of your favorite Disney movie and TV characters stopping by your table to sign autographs and take pictures with your child



Where to Meet BB-8 at Walt Disney World

Disney has a special treat for Star Wars fans young and old that visit Walt Disney World. Beginning Saturday, in addition to Kylo Ren and Chewbacca, visitors to the Star Wars Launch Bay at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be able to meet BB-8!



Is Princess Leia a Disney Princess?

Currently no, but in the wake of actress Carrie Fisher’s untimely death last month, a large number of Star Wars fans are petitioning Disney to induct Princess Leia into this exclusive club.




Where to Find Moana at Disney World

With Moana killing it at the box office and interest in the latest Disney heroine at an all-time high, I have been getting a bunch of emails asking if/when/where Moana will be appearing at Disney World for meet n greets. Here is what I was able to find out: