"Where You Are" - Moana

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Like the animated version, Disney's live-action Moana has fantastic music. This new version of "Where You Are" is delightful.

Moana arrives in theaters today, July 10th.

"Along the Way" - Moana

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Lin-Manuel Miranda has written a new song for Disney's live-action Moana. "Along the Way" is performed by Maui (Dwayne Johnson), and two Moanas: the original animated Moana (Auli'i Cravalho) and the new live-action Moana (Catherine Lagaʻaia). The result is fantastic.

Moana arrives in theaters on July 10th.

Moana

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The final trailer for Disney's live-action Moana has arrived and it looks amazing. With each new trailer, we see a little more of the characters and special effects. Tamatoa looks incredible and sounds incredible as Jemaine Clement is back to voice the giant gold-hoarding crab.

Here's the official synopsis from Disney: 

In Disney’s live-action reimagining of the beloved animated adventure, Moana (Catherine Lagaʻaia) answers the Ocean’s call and, for the first time, voyages beyond the reef of her island of Motunui with the infamous demigod Maui (Dwayne Johnson) on an unforgettable journey to restore prosperity to her people.

Moana arrives in theaters on July 10th.

Moana Trailer

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A new trailer has arrived for Disney's live-action Moana. The special effects look amazing. (Maui with the shark head is still hilarious.)

Here's the official synopsis from Disney: 

In “Moana,” Disney’s live action reimagining of the beloved Oscar®-nominated animated adventure, Moana (Catherine Lagaʻaia) answers the Ocean’s call and, for the first time, voyages beyond the reef of her island of Motunui with the infamous demigod Maui (Dwayne Johnson) on an unforgettable journey to restore prosperity to her people. 

Moana arrives in theaters on July 10th.

Moana Teaser Trailer

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The first teaser trailer and poster for Disney's live-action Moana has arrived. As expected, it follows the story of the animated movie, but so far, it looks pretty good.

Here's the official synopsis from Disney: 

In Disney’s live-action adaptation of the beloved animated adventure, Moana (Catherine Lagaʻaia) answers the Ocean’s call and, for the first time, voyages beyond the reef of her island of Motunui with the infamous demigod Maui (Dwayne Johnson) on an unforgettable journey to restore prosperity to her people. 

Moana arrives in theaters on July 10, 2026.

Kakamora Easter Eggs

For the past 14 years, the Grand Floridian has been home to an incredible display of hand crafted Easter eggs each spring. The styles range from the the ridiculous to the truly beautiful, but all are meticulously crafted by Cast Members out of chocolate and sugar. Some eggs return from year to year, while new eggs are added as well. This Kakamora display from 2024 was one of my favorites. It's so playful and silly. This year's display will be available for viewing from March 18 to April 20.

"Get Lost" - Moana 2

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Today's the day: Moana 2 has arrived on DisneyPlus! Moana and Maui are back for their next wild adventure with a bunch of new songs and characters. This song, "Get Lost," sung by the villain Matangi, is pretty fun and catchy.

"Can I Get A Chee Hoo?" - Moana 2

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The music of Moana 2 is so good. And I really like how the relationship between Moana and Maui has changed in this new movie. In this song, "Can I get A Chee Hoo?", Maui is trying to help Moana see that she's capable of more than she thinks.

Moana 2 is in theaters now.

"Beyond" - Moana 2

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As in most of Disney's animated movies, there's some truly great music in Moana 2. In this song, "Beyond", Moana is trying to decide what she should do: stay near Motunui, or find out what lies beyond.

Moana 2 is in theaters now.

Moana And Maui Are Back!

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Today's the day: Moana and Maui are back in theaters in Moana 2! This time, Moana must journey across the seas to bring together all of the people of Oceania.

Disney's Moana 2 arrives in theaters today, November 27th.

Big, Bad Matangi

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Moana 2 has a new villain. Matangi appears to have quite the magical abilities and is powerful enough to make Maui miss Te Ka. Will Moana and Maui be able to defeat Matangi and bring the people of the islands together?

Moana 2 arrives in theaters on November 27th.

Moana 2 Special Look

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Disney has released a new trailer for Moana 2, and it looks amazing. Now that Moana has become such a skilled wayfarer, she must break a curse to bring the people together, with a little help from Maui, of course.

Moana 2 arrives in theaters on November 27th.

Moana 2 "We're Back"

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A new trailer has arrived for Disney's Moana 2 with a sneak peek of the new song "We're Back. Moana and Maui are headed off on another epic escapade acroos the sea. 

Here's the official synopsis from Disney: 

Walt Disney Animation Studios’ epic animated musical “Moana 2” reunites Moana (Auli‘i Cravalho) and Maui (Dwayne Johnson) three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.

The film also features returning stars Rachel House (Moana’s Grandma, Tala), Temuera Morrison (Moana’s father, Chief Tui) and Nicole Scherzinger (Moana’s mother, Sina), as well as the voices of Hualālai Chung, David Fane and Rose Matafeo as Moana’s new crew members Moni, Kele and Loto, respectively. Awhimai Fraser voices mysterious new character Matangi; Gerald Ramsey plays Moana’s ancestor, Tautai Vasa; and Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda lends her voice to Moana’s adoring and adorable little sister, Simea.

 

Moana 2 arrives in theaters on November 27th.

Moana 2 Trailer

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The first full trailer for Moana 2 has arrived and it looks amazing. Moana has a little sister!

Here's the official synopsis from Disney: 

Walt Disney Animation Studios’ epic animated musical “Moana 2” reunites Moana (Auli‘i Cravalho) and Maui (Dwayne Johnson) three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.

The film also features returning stars Rachel House (Moana’s Grandma, Tala), Temuera Morrison (Moana’s father, Chief Tui) and Nicole Scherzinger (Moana’s mother, Sina), as well as the voices of Hualālai Chung, David Fane and Rose Matafeo as Moana’s new crew members Moni, Kele and Loto, respectively. Awhimai Fraser voices mysterious new character Matangi; Gerald Ramsey plays Moana’s ancestor, Tautai Vasa; and Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda lends her voice to Moana’s adoring and adorable little sister, Simea.

Moana 2 arrives in theaters on November 27th.

Moana Is Being Called Back To The Sea

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The first trailer for Moana 2 has arrived and it looks fantastic. In this movie, Moana goes on an adventure set by the ancestors to bring their people together again.

Here's the official synopsis from Disney:

“Moana 2” reunites Moana (Auli‘i Cravalho) and Maui (Dwayne Johnsonl) three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.

Moana 2 arrives in theaters on November 27th.

Moana 2

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Moana is returning for another adventure. Disney announced yesterday that the Moana series planned for DisneyPlus will instead be a movie coming to theaters this fall. So exciting! 

Here's the official synopsis from Disney:

Walt Disney Animation Studios’ epic animated musical “Moana 2” takes audiences on an expansive new voyage with Moana, Maui and a brand-new crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.

Moana 2 arrives in theaters on November 27th.

Photo of the Week

I love the giant Te Fiti in Journey of Water Inspired by Moana at EPCOT.

LEGO Disney Princess: The Castle Quest

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The newest LEGO Disney special features five adventurous Princesses who are off to storm the castle. Ariel, Tiana, Snow White, Rapunzel, and Moana must stop the evil Gaston and rescue King Triton. This one looks even wilder than usual.

LEGO Disney Princess: The Castle Quest arrives on DisneyPlus on August 18th.

Olaf Presents - Coming Soon To DisneyPlus

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Everyone's favorite snowman is back with a new series coming this November to DisneyPlus. Olaf will be entertaining the citizens of Arendelle with his delightfully zany take on five beloved Disney movies. 

Doesn't it look hilarious? Here's the official synopsis from Disney:

Olaf steps into the spotlight and goes from snowman to showman as he takes on the roles of producer, actor, costumer and set builder for his unique “retelling” of five favorite Disney animated tales in “Olaf Presents,” a series of new animated shorts from Walt Disney Animation Studios. The charismatic and versatile Olaf demonstrates his theatrical flair, taking on such iconic roles as a mermaid, a genie, a lion king (and most of the parts in between), as he entertains Arendelle with his delightful abbreviated versions of these beloved tales.

Olaf Presents arrives on DisneyPlus on November 12.

EPCOT's Harmonious Looks Quite Beautiful

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The next nighttime show to arrive at EPCOT will be "Harmonious." The show blends projections, music, and fireworks into a world celebration spectacular. The description from Disney sounds amazing:

The show moves through three distinct chapters, inviting us to gather on the shores of World Showcase Lagoon, celebrate the countries and cultures of the world, and ultimately unite to create a bright tomorrow. “Harmonious” begins with a sunrise, and as the world awakens around us, we set out on a journey that takes us across the globe. It’s a dazzling and diverse feast for the eyes and ears, from the South Pacific home of “Moana” and a Middle-Eastern interpretation of “Aladdin” to “The Jungle Book” in India, China’s legend of “Mulan,” the European nations that inspired “Brave” and “The Hunchback of Notre Dame,” and so much more.

Here's a behind-the-scenes look at this beautiful new show.

"Harmonious" makes its debut on October 1, 2021, just in time for Disney World's 50th Anniversary Celebration.