PHOTOS: The Little Mermaid - Ariel's Undersea Adventure and Cocina Cucamonga Undergoing Exterior Refurbishment at Disney California Adventure

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While taking our first stroll through Disney California Adventure in a year, we noticed two buildings are in the middle of being refurbished. Both Cocina Cucamonga and The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Undersea Adventure are surrounded by scaffolding. The facade of Cocina Cucamonga is hidden. A blue strip of cloth hangs across the front and brown … Read more

Kartika Rodriguez Named EPCOT Vice President

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Kartika Rodriguez has been named Vice President of EPCOT as the final step in Walt Disney World’s latest leadership change. Magic Kingdom Vice President Jason Kirk was recently promoted to Senior Vice President of Resort Operations, a role similar to that of Jim MacPhee who is retiring next month. Melissa Valiquette is moving from EPCOT … Read more

BREAKING: Universal's Islands of Adventure Reaches Capacity for Fourth Consecutive Day

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As the spring break crowds continue to visit Universal Orlando Resort, Universal’s Islands of Adventure has reached capacity for the fourth day in a row. Universal has warned Annual Passholders that the parks were likely to reach capacity during this busy week. Both Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida have hit their maximum capacity on Monday, … Read more

PHOTOS: Pavement Work Moves to Next Phase at France Pavilion in EPCOT

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Pavement work has moved to the next phase in the France Pavilion at EPCOT. A green scrim has been erected around the pavilion’s circular courtyard. The queue for the outdoor kitchen circles around the blocked-off area. Nearby, the fake painting and camera station have been removed. The removal of these props left quite a few … Read more

PHOTOS: Roadwork Continues on World Drive Near Magic Kingdom

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While refurbishment of World Drive’s entrance archway continues, construction is ongoing down the road near Magic Kingdom. This is Phase II of a plan to improve traffic flow to and from Magic Kingdom and the surrounding resorts. Phase I was completed in 2019 with the extension of Floridian Way. Permits were filed in September 2020 … Read more