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PHOTOS: Possible Final New Track Sections Installed and More Repainting on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom

Workers in safety gear stand on scaffolding set up around a rocky, western-themed amusement park ride under a blue sky.

Construction continues on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom, with what appear to be the final pieces of track installed and more repainting work in the town of Tumbleweed. Big Thunder Mountain Construction Update Our latest Big Thunder Mountain Railroad construction update begins with a view from the Liberty Square Riverboat. As before, both … Read more

Themed Lighting Fixtures Now Illuminated Inside Spaceship Earth Bar at EPCOT

A white domed building, geo-82, glows with orb lights above green trees under a cloudy sky.

GEO-82, EPCOT’s new adults-only lounge near Spaceship Earth, is now a step closer to completion as the light fixtures inside the venue have been turned on for the first time. GEO-82 Light Fixtures GEO-82 is currently being constructed in the space of the former private Siemens corporate lounge near the back of Spaceship Earth. The white … Read more

Updated Esplanade Music Loop Debuts at Disneyland Resort for 70th Anniversary

Celebrate a happy "70" at the pink castle with Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration text on a blue gradient background.

A fresh music loop has debuted at the esplanade between Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure as part of the festive decor for the 70th anniversary celebrations. New Disneyland Esplanade Music Loop Disneyland is officially celebrating its 70th anniversary with new and returning entertainment offerings, special attraction overlays, and themed decorations. In addition to the … Read more

REVIEW: Eat a Very Crunchy Shell at Yoshi’s Snack Island in Epic Universe

Colorful drinks & turtle shell buns from Yoshi's Snack Island at Super Nintendo World—an Epic Universe treat to review!

Take a trip to Super Nintendo World as we eat all of the snacks and drink the themed beverages at Yoshi’s Snack Island in Epic Universe. Location Yoshi’s Snack Island is located behind the entrance for Yoshi’s Adventure, near the warp pipe entrance to Donkey Kong Country in Super Nintendo World. Exterior This is a … Read more

PHOTOS: New Roof Overhang Added to Disney Lakeshore Lodge Building

A multi-story Disney Lakeshore Lodge under construction, featuring scaffolding, trees, a crane, and a prominent roof overhang.

As work continues on constructing the newest addition to the Walt Disney World hotel lineup, the main building for the Disney Lakeshore Lodge has now received a new roof overhang structure. New Roof Overhang at Lakeshore Lodge Looking at the Disney Lakeshore Lodge construction from the water, the building section furthest to the right continues … Read more

New ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Toothless Shoulder Plush Arrives at Universal Orlando Resort

A Toothless Shoulder Plush from How to Train Your Dragon sits on a rustic wooden display amid outdoor scenery.

Universal has just dropped an exciting new shoulder plush shaped like our favorite DreamWorks dragon, Toothless. We found the new plush at the “How to Train Your Dragon”-themed merchandise kiosk across from Doc Sugure’s Desert Kebab House in Universal Islands of Adventure, which is still called Heraldry despite now carrying the dragon-themed merchandise. The plush … Read more

Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Receives New 5th Edition HippopotoMai-Tai Tiki Mug

A HippopotoMai-Tai Tiki Mug and a plastic cup with an orange garnish sit on a sunny table at Trader Sam's Grog Grotto.

A new edition of the HippopotoMai-Tai tiki mug has just arrived at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto in Walt Disney World. 5th Edition HippopotoMai-Tai Tiki Mug – $29.50 This latest version of the HippopotoMai-Tai tiki mug is a bright orange color with a yellow ombre effect around the rim. The ombre coloring makes it different from … Read more

New Props Added to Preshow of Monsters Unchained at Epic Universe

Now that Universal Epic Universe has officially opened to guests, Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment has received a few additional props in its first preshow. New Monsters Unchained Props Epic Universe celebrated its official grand opening on May 22. While the park had already been through several stages of previews, a few of the attractions … Read more

Planets Return to Astro Orbiter in Magic Kingdom as Reassembly Nears Completion

People walk under futuristic structures and sculpted trees at a theme park on a sunny day.

The planets surrounding the Astro Orbiter in Magic Kingdom have all returned to their usual positions as the refurbishment of the attraction nears completion. Astro Orbiter Planets Return The Astro Orbiter in Tomorrowland has been undergoing a lengthy refurbishment process that saw the entire ride structure dismantled earlier this year. Since the crane returned to … Read more

Epic Universe Grand Opening Medallions Sold Only to Media Now Listed on eBay

Sign reading "Universal Epic Universe" with celestial design and green metal framework at Epic Universe park.

Several Universal Epic Universe grand opening day items are already being posted to reseller websites, including items that were only available (and sold out) during the media preview. Epic Universe Grand Opening Day Medallions and Other Items Being Resold Universal Epic Universe officially celebrated its grand opening on May 22, 2025. To mark the special … Read more

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