Shula’s Steakhouse, a popular Walt Disney World restaurant for over 25 years, is closing to make way for an acclaimed chef’s new project, Disney Cruise Line announced a new Sorcerer Mickey suite on the Disney Fantasy and more — in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, April 9, 2025.
Daily Recap (4/9/25)
Walt Disney World
Magic Kingdom
- More construction walls were added and new tile flooring was revealed in the Emporium as refurbishment work continues.
- Crews are creating adding concrete around the new track of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad.
- Work continues on the 5-year-old Transportation and Ticket Center dirt pile.
- There are tarps visible above construction walls for the new Pirates of the Caribbean tavern.
EPCOT
- Disney Eats announced new garlic butter and barbecue rub pretzel bites from Block & Hans.
- We then visited the park and reviewed the new pretzel bites.
Walt Disney World Resort Hotels
- Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina will replace Shula’s Steakhouse at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort.
New Merchandise
- New packable tote bags are inspired by animated Disney characters and theme park snacks.
- The latest pastel Loungefly is inspired by Baymax.
- Walt Disney World announced details of their next Pin Trading Night, including the full catalog of pins that will be available.
Disneyland Resort
Disneyland Park
- Construction walls and scrim have gone up around Pinocchio’s Daring Journey.
Tokyo Disney Resort
- The Disney Resort Line will introduce tickets with QR codes this summer.
- A new Japan-exclusive limited edition Darth Vader / Anakin Skywalker by Hot Toys will be released at Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025.
Disneyland Paris
- Disneyland Paris announced a new terrace, Petite Rosalie, coming soon to Lake Disney in Disney Village.
Disney Cruise Line
- New updates will debut on the Disney Fantasy this fall, including a new funnel suite themed to Sorcerer Mickey.
Disney Store Merchandise
- A new Disney Columbia Collection inspired by fishing and other fun outdoor activities is available online from the Disney Store.
Other Disney News
- The Walt Disney Family Museum announced a new exhibition celebrating the work of Disney Legend Mary Blair opening next month.
Universal Orlando Resort
Epic Universe
- Dining reservations reopened for Flora Taverna and Bar Helios at Universal Helios Grand Hotel.
Universal Studios Florida
- A casting call for Halloween Horror Nights 34 is seeking roller skaters.
Islands of Adventure
- The Seuss Landing entrance pillars are significantly damaged.
CityWalk
- Lone Palm Airport Bar reopened without Jimmy Buffett’s plane, the Hemisphere Dancer.
Universal Studios Great Britain
- Universal trademarked “Halloween Horror Nights” in the United Kingdom.
WDW News Today
Destination D23 Tickets and Details, Sorcerer Mickey Suite Coming to Cruise Line
That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed this Daily Recap. Thanks for stopping by, and we’ll see you tomorrow!