Disney unveiled concept art for the new lobby at the Grand Floridian, including a bar, they announced the gingerbread house won’t be appearing during the Holidays, and there are some big Disney hotel discounts for Disney+ subscribers— all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, April 10, 2025.
Daily Recap (4/10/25)
Walt Disney World
EPCOT
- Several of the floor decals in CommuniCore Hall in EPCOT have been removed, while others continue to peel up from the floor, as form continues to fall victim to the realities of crowds at the flexible space.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- In an Instagram post on the Walt Disney World Annual Passholder account (@wdwannualpassholder), Disney has shared a new look at the main villains of the new “Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After” show coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
- Rolling planters have been set up around the outdoor queue of the theater that will soon house “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
- Construction work has begun in the queue of the former “It’s Tough to Be a Bug” show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, preparing the area for the upcoming “Zootopia: Better Zoogether!”
Walt Disney World Resort Hotels
- This summer, Disney+ subscribers can get discounted rates on Walt Disney World hotel rooms for a limited time.
- Disney Parks Blog has released new concept art for the lobby renovation at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.
- The annual gingerbread display at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will not return for the 2025 holiday season due to its impending lobby refurbishment.
New Merchandise
- A new collection of apparel inspired by the Pixar film “Cars” is now available at Walt Disney World, including jackets, T-shirts, and more.
- A T-shirt celebrating classic Disney Channel animated and live-action shows is now available at Walt Disney World.
Disney Cruise Line
- Recently, Disney Cruise Line was experiencing some major plumbing issues aboard its oldest ship, the Disney Magic.
Disney Store Merchandise
- Disney Parks Blog shared that more plush from Disney Store Japan will be available online at DisneyStore.com beginning April 14, 2025.
Universal Orlando Resort
Epic Universe
- One date for Universal Annual Passholders to preview Epic Universe has already sold out.
- Chef Dahlmann from Universal Epic Universe revealed more details of some of the park’s unique food options, and the podcast video included photos of some dishes.
Universal Studios Florida
- Construction continues to progress on the “Jaws” bathroom at Universal Studios Florida, with what appear to be new furring strips added to the facade.
Universal Studios United Kingdom
- Intellectual properties (IP’s) for the newly announced Universal Studios Great Britain could include James Bond, Paddington, and “Lord of the Rings.”
Universal Horror Unleashed
- Universal has shared new details for Universal Horror Unleashed, the year-round horror destination coming to Las Vegas.
WDW News Today
Destination D23 Tickets and Details, Sorcerer Mickey Suite Coming to Cruise Line
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