Shannen Ace 
To celebrate Earth Day, Disney’s Animal Kingdom has introduced a new Tiny World Magic Shot available to guests near the exit of It’s Tough to be a Bug! The 360-degree shot lets guests look like they are on top of the world with the Tree of Life towering behind them. Weather permitting, the Magic Shot … Read more
Walt Disney World President Jeff Vahle has shared on Instagram that “A Celebration of Festival of the Lion King” will debut in mid-May at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Cast Members are currently in rehearsals for the modified version of the park’s famous show. Are you excited for this wild experience to return to Disney’s Animal Kingdom? … Read more
The first injury report for Orlando theme parks has been released for 2021, including injuries from January to March. The injuries reported are listed below. Walt Disney World EPCOT Gran Fiesta Tour (02/15/21): A 69-year-old female guest injured her ankle Disney’s Animal Kingdom Kilimanjaro Safaris (03/13/21): A 72-year-old female guest became ill while riding the … Read more
In August 2019, it was announced that Beatrix Health Foods was to replace Bongos at Disney Springs. The project has now been canceled and Disney is reportedly developing new plans for the empty site. Construction seemingly began on Beatrix but we had not seen much progress in the past year. Crews are now capping off … Read more
The third limited release series of the monthly “Stitch Crashes Disney” collection is now available at Walt Disney World. This series—which includes a plush, pin, and MagicBand—is inspired by the bug-eating scene from The Lion King. It’s available at Star Traders in Magic Kingdom. Limited Release Stitch Pin – $24.99 Limited Release Stitch MagicBand – … Read more
American Idol contestants are on their way to Walt Disney World Resort for a special “Disney Night” on May 2, 2021. Host Ryan Seacrest announced on last night’s show that contestants moving on in the competition would immediately be flown to Walt Disney World. The Idols were all sporting ear hats and headbands in an … Read more
The starting price of a handbuilt lightsaber from Savi’s Workshop in Disney’s Hollywood Studios has increased from $199 to $219, according to the Walt Disney World website. The price of a handbuilt lightsaber at Disneyland is still listed as $199, though this may change when the park reopens on April 30. Reservations for Savi’s Workshop … Read more
Walt Disney World theme park hours have been released from June 27 through July 3, having previously been released through June 26. Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom is currently scheduled to be open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM from June 27 through July 3. EPCOT EPCOT is scheduled to open at 11:00 AM and close at … Read more
Two pins celebrating the 15th anniversary of Expedition Everest are now available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and throughout Walt Disney World. Open Edition Expedition Everest 15th Anniversary Pin – $9.99 These pin designs are also featured on Expedition Everest 15th anniversary apparel. This first one advertises A. Bominable’s Everest summit tours. Limited Edition Expedition Everest … Read more
Some characters we haven’t seen in a while are making distanced appearances at Disney’s Animal Kingdom for limited-time Earth Day experiences. In addition to Koda and Kenai from Brother Bear, Guests might see Russell from Disney/Pixar’s Up while visiting the theme park this week, making for a special distanced character meet and greet! Russell, in … Read more
A few days ago, we heard from a Team Member that play areas at Universal Orlando Resort might be reopening soon. Now, for the first time in over a year, Camp Jurassic is open at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. When we entered, we were given hand sanitizer. Team Members were also keeping track of how … Read more
We’re less than two months away from the grand opening of Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. While the finishing touches are put on the coaster and its queue, Team Members are preparing for their new positions. Today we got our first look at the new Jurassic World VelociCoaster costume, including a matching … Read more
Farmers Feast, which is new to the Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival this year, has boasted a rotating menu of food and unique drinks. Last week, we tried the booth’s new food items and now the Strawberry-Basil Cocktail has appeared on the menu, replacing the Blood Orange Beet Cocktail. Read our review … Read more
Construction on the façade of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT has nearly come to a standstill. While this makes progress difficult to track, we do know a permit was recently filed for a “show element” inside the attraction, and there is still plenty of work to be done on the outside. The … Read more
There are many refurbishments taking place across Walt Disney World as the resort approaches its 50th anniversary. Among these are the repainting of the Transportation and Ticket Center, which is being painted blue and gold to match Cinderella Castle’s new color scheme. A second poster kiosk at the Transportation and Ticket Center has now been … Read more
New “points of light” fixtures are being installed across the face of Spaceship Earth at EPCOT, preparing to turn the icon into a “beacon of magic” for Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary. Since yesterday, several more “points of light” have appeared between Spaceship Earth’s Alucobond panels. Right now, the lights are mostly being installed near … Read more
