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Disney has filed a new Notice of Commencement to begin work on the Tropical Americas expansion at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Notice of Commencement for Tropical Americas Expansion The Notice of Commencement, filed on May 23, 2024, is to install Walt Disney Imagineering trailers in a “backstage” area behind Kali River Rapids and Maharaja Jungle Trek … Read more
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will feature a salute to military service, with a storyline inspired by Tiana’s father. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Military Service Storyline In “The Princess and the Frog,” Tiana’s father, James was a World War I veteran. That story will continue and expand in the queue of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, which opens at Walt … Read more
Lari the Armadillo has gotten his own umbrella during Tiana’s Bayou Adventure construction at Magic Kingdom. Lari the Armadillo During our visit on May 21, empty logs were being tested. We spotted a few coming down the drop and circling this peninsula. On May 22, the ride was tested with people. Ride previews will begin … Read more
A number of DreamWorks characters will meet guests at DreamWorks Character Zone in DreamWorks Land. DreamWorks Character Zone Gabby DreamWorks Character Zone will have a rotating lineup of DreamWorks characters meeting guests throughout the day. While DreamWorks Land will officially open on June 14 at Universal Studios Florida, we met some of the characters during … Read more
“Disney Dreams That Soar,” the new drone show coming to Disney Springs, will affect the schedules for various Disney Springs offerings. Hours Adjusted for Disney Dreams That Soar Due to the addition of “Disney Dreams That Soar,” The Vintage Amphicar Tours, which typically run from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. will now cease operation at … Read more
A live-action film based on Club 33, a members-only organization first envisioned by Walt Disney, is reportedly in development at Disney. Club 33 Movie According to The Hollywood Reporter, a film based on Club 33 is heading to the big screen. The movie will reportedly be set in a fantastical world. Per THR, it has … Read more
Young guests at Universal Orlando Resort have a new place to play at Shrek’s Swamp for Little Ogres. Shrek’s Swamp for Little Ogres Shrek’s Swamp for Little Ogres is located in the new DreamWorks Land, opening June 14 at Universal Studios Florida. DreamWorks Land replaces Woody Woodpecker’s KidZone, which closed permanently in January 2023. The … Read more
We’re walking you through a full tour of Fantasy Springs, the brand-new port opening at Tokyo DisneySea. Fantasy Springs Officially opening on June 8, 2024, Fantasy Springs, the eighth themed port of Tokyo DisneySea, draws inspiration from three Disney classics: “Peter Pan,” “Frozen,” and “Tangled.” The port is currently in soft opening to all guests … Read more
A new haunted house, Major Sweets Candy Factory, has been announced for Halloween Horror Nights 33. Major Sweets Candy Factory Major Sweets Candy Factory is the third original house to be announced for HHN 33. It joins the already-announced Goblin’s Feast and Slaughter Sinema 2 for this year’s Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort. … Read more
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster is due to reopen this summer after a months-long closure. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Reopening Date The Disney’s Hollywood Studios attraction will officially reopen on July 27, 2024. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith closed on January 8 for a routine refurbishment, with a planned summer 2024 reopening. The year prior, … Read more
Guests visiting Walt Disney World will soon be able to catch a sneak preview of “Inside Out 2.” “Inside Out 2” Sneak Peek at Hollywood Studios Walt Disney Presents will screen a special sneak peek of the upcoming Pixar film, “Inside Out 2,” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The news was shared via a social media … Read more
Construction continues on the DVC Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort at Walt Disney World. Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Construction Update During our recent visit, we could see that, from the lagoon sign, the large square opening on the building has been given a coat of bright white primer. Disney recently revealed that the … Read more
Multiple locations around Dinsey’s BoardWalk are undergoing construction — the Villas facade, Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs stand, and Cake Bake Shop. Disney’s BoardWalk Villas In April, much of the paneling on this section of the resort’s façade was stripped away for refurbishment. Now most of the dividers between balconies have been completely removed. The white … Read more
One of the many interactive areas of the new DreamWorks Land in Universal Studios Florida is King Harold’s Swamp Symphony. King Harold’s Swamp Symphony King Harold’s Swamp Symphony is a musical interactive element in the Shrek section of DreamWorks Land. There, guests can stomp on lily pads that trigger ribbits from the frogs in front … Read more
Check out the interactive elements of Mama Luna Feline Fiesta at DreamWorks Land at Universal Studios Florida. Mama Luna Feline Fiesta Mama Luna Feline Fiesta is an interactive screen-based area themed to “Puss in Boots 2: The Last Wish.” The covered location is designed to look like Mama Luna’s retirement home for cats. Inside are … Read more
Explore Poppy’s Playground, a new “Trolls”-inspired play area at DreamWorks Land at Universal Studios Florida. Poppy’s Playground Poppy’s Playground is a small play area with a decent amount of shade, thanks to the massive mushroom towering over the area. It is ideal for smaller children, as it is made up of small bouncing and climbing … Read more