Matthew Soberman 
If you’ve been craving a bite from Kusafiri Coffee Shop and Bakery at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, you’re in luck! The counter-service eatery will reopen to guests beginning Sunday, August 29th. When it reopens, it’ll offer several new items inspired by the flavors of Africa. Included in the new menu are: Spiced Potato Hand Pies – … Read more
With the France Pavilion just weeks away from opening its brand new expansion at EPCOT, a mainstay of the pavilion has said “adieu.” The Crepes des Chefs de France kiosk has been removed ahead of the opening of La Crêperie de Paris in the expansion area. Les Vins des Chefs de France remains open. The … Read more
With Walt Disney World’s fiftieth anniversary just weeks away, the exterior of Be Our Guest continues to be spruced up at the Magic Kingdom. Construction workers were spotted repainting the castle atop the restaurant. Since our last visit, the white accents to the windows appear more pronounced. Meanwhile, work has already begun on painting the … Read more
The mayor of the City of Orlando, Buddy Dyer, is asking all residents to reduce their water consumption immediately in an effort to avoid a crisis, according to Fox 35’s Dave Puglisi. The reason for the request is because liquid oxygen, which is used to treat water in the city, is in critical demand by … Read more
If you’re someone who’s ready to join the Resistance, today’s your lucky day. Boarding groups are still available today for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. In recent days, availability for the highly popular attraction has increased, with passes available hours after the second distribution for the day on Sunday, while … Read more
Love them or hate them, foldaway beds are here to stay at Walt Disney World, with two more Disney Vacation Club resorts receiving them in upcoming refurbishments. Disney announced today that the beds will be coming to the villas at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows when its ongoing refurbishment concludes this fall, as well as … Read more
Guests at the Magic Kingdom will be able start their day the royal way when breakfast service returns to Cinderella’s Royal Table beginning Friday, August 27th. Breakfast hasn’t been offered at the restaurant since it reopened last September. Reservations will be available beginning Tuesday, August 24th. It’s unclear whether character interactions will be included with … Read more
Just yesterday, Walt Disney Imagineering revealed details about Project Exo, which is developing exoskeletons so that guests will be able to interact with larger-than-life characters in the parks. Today, they revealed footage of these exoskeletons in action. The eleven-second video, which was released on TikTok, shows a pair of Imagineers walking, jumping and waving using … Read more
Guests can enjoy the fun a little longer at the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios on two days in September. On Saturday, September 11th, the Magic Kingdom will be open from 9 AM to 9 PM, a two hour extension from its previously announced 7 PM closing time. And on Wednesday, September 29th, Disney’s … Read more
After being gone for nearly a year and a half, buffets have finally returned to Walt Disney World with the reopening of Boma – Flavors of Africa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. Eager to see how things have change (and get a taste of some of our favorites), we appeared for breakfast this morning. Restaurant … Read more
With “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” kicking off in a matter of weeks, you can keep the party going throughout 2022 with the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Poster Calendar! The calendar pays tribute to the resort’s history, with the cover featuring a collage of souvenirs from throughout Walt Disney World’s early years. Did you … Read more
The return of jungle green pavement to Adventureland has taken a leap forward at the Magic Kingdom. Since our last report, the work has expanded significantly, turning one strip of green pavement to a large patch outside the entrance to Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room. The color is a throwback to how the land appeared … Read more
As Duffman might say, “oh yeah!” With fall just around the corner, Dufftoberfest has made its return to Springfield, U.S.A. at Universal Studios Florida. The beer, a German-style Märzen, is on tap at Moe’s Tavern just ahead of the Oktoberfest season. Having not been available last year, a friendly Team Member was eager to show … Read more
Halloween Horror Nights 30 is lurking around the corner, and there’s plenty of treats on the way for Universal Orlando Annual Passholders. In the latest UOAP Passport, Universal Orlando Resort has revealed that Passholders are entitled to a complimentary Jack the Clown button (beginning September 1st) and Jack UOAP magnet (beginning September 9th). Passholders can … Read more
With announcements coming rapidly about the Disney Fab 50 Character Collection, Disney Parks Blog has revealed a behind the scenes look on how these statues are being made. From Ryan March on Disney Parks Blog: While most of the content I’m so fortunate to help produce for Disney fans is created with Disney Vacation Club … Read more
The countdown is on for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration,” but even if you can’t make it to Walt Disney World for its fiftieth anniversary, you can still bring home part of the fun! shopDisney has confirmed that four merchandise collections previously announced for the celebration will be available on their website beginning on October … Read more