Themed Signage Added to New Harambe Market Seating Area in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Disney has added more themed signs to the new Harambe Market seating area at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Themed Signage in Harambe Market Seating Area The covered seating area serves Harambe Market, Tamu Tamu Refreshments, or Zuri’s Sweets Shop in the Africa section of the park. It opened in March after nine months of construction and is located … Read more

New Seating Area Now Open at Harambe Market in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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A new seating area by Harambe Market in Disney’s Animal Kingdom is now open. Seating Area Now Open in Harambe Market After nine months of construction, the new seating area is opened in the Africa section of the park. It is across from the quick service location, Harambe Market, and directly to the left of … Read more

PHOTOS: Thatched Roofing Near Completion on New Covered Seating in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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It looks like the thatched roof of the new covered seating area in the Africa section of Disney’s Animal Kingdom is almost complete. Construction began back in June 2023 and crews started adding thatching last month. Covered Seating in Disney’s Animal Kingdom The thatching covers most of the larger roof and the two dormer rooves … Read more

Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith Closing for Extended Refurbishment, Disney Cruise Line to Require Sailing Once Every 5 Years to Maintain Castaway Club Status, & More: Daily Recap (12/20/23)

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, December 20, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

PHOTOS: Roof Thatching Added to Covered Seating Area Near Harambe Market in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Thatched roofing has been added to the ends of what is thought to be a new covered seating area in the Africa section of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The seating area is situated near Harambe Market, Tamu Tamu Refreshments, and Zuri’s Sweets Shop. Covered Seating Near Harambe Market The new straw thatching is on the ends … Read more

REVIEW: New Impossible Gatsby and Harissa Chicken Wrap at Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Among the new menu items added across Disney’s Animal Kingdom today, October 11, are two new lunch options at Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery. Which one was a hit, and were there any misses? Read on for our review. Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery Impossible Gatsby – $10.29 pita pocket filled with a plant-based picadillo, … Read more

REVIEW: New Egg and Bacon Croissant Sandwich and Breakfast Totchos at Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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In addition to all of the new menu items available today, October 11, at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, two new breakfast options have been added to the menu at Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery. Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery Egg and Bacon Croissant Sandwich – $8.99 croissant with a cheese omelet, crispy bacon, and tomato-pepper relish … Read more

REVIEW: DOLE Whip Pineapple-Orange Soda Float and Pineapple Hard Cider Float at Tamu Tamu Refreshments in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Many new menu items are available as of today, October 11, at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and we visited the park to try them all — including two new DOLE Whip floats at Tamu Tamu Refreshments. Tamu Tamu Refreshments DOLE Whip Pineapple-Orange Soda Float – $6.49 DOLE Whip Pineapple with Fanta Orange and strawberry syrup This … Read more

PHOTOS: Path Leading to Asia from Harambe Market Blocked at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Market Still Open

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Previously erected construction walls now block the pathway from Harambe Market to the Asia section of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, though the Market remains open to guests. Walls Block Path Between Asia and Harambe Market Back in June of this year, construction walls went up across from Harambe Market in the Africa section of the park, … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Walls Up Near Harambe Market at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Construction walls have gone up across from Harambe Market in the Africa section of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Animal Kingdom Construction Walls The walls are around the space behind Tamu Tamu Refreshments, ending at the Malimwengu Guest House façade. Themed signs on the construction walls are from the Harambe Ministry of Public Works. This one says … Read more

REVIEW: Colossal Elephant Roll Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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The official 25th anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom is today, and tons of various snacks, refreshments, and culinary offerings are available during the festivities. We tried the new Colossal Elephant Roll in Africa at Kusafiri Coffee Shop and Bakery. This coffee shop is located in the Harambe area of Africa, across from Mombasa Marketplace and … Read more

DiVine Flaunts Floral Springtime Bloom at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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The verdant, wandering DiVine was recently sighted flaunting a new springtime look — decorated from head to toe in blooming flowers. Hues of amber, azure, lavender, crimson, magenta, alabaster and daffodil adorn the stilt-walking spirit that blends with the surrounding environment and welcomes guests for unique photo ops. A “DiVine” Springtime at Animal Kingdom DiVine … Read more

NEW ‘The Lion King’ Simba and Nala Ear Headband at Magic Kingdom

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Calling all fans of “The Lion King.” A new Simba and Nala ear headband is now available at Fantasy Faire at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. Simba and Nala Ear Headband- $34.99 We found this Simba and Nala headband a few days ago over at Pioneer Mercantile at Disneyland, but this is the first … Read more

REVIEW: Refreshment Outpost Adds Peanut Stew, Annual Passholder-Exclusive Frozen Cinnamon Coca-Cola, and More to the Menu for the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

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Along with its traditional offerings available throughout the year, for the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, Refreshment Outpost has added several new menu items. With three unique beers to try, along with a Peanut Stew and a raspberry Dole Whip, there are sweet and savory options for everyone to try! Menu for Refreshment … Read more

REVIEW: Tusker House Restaurant Character Breakfast Buffet Returns to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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For the first time since March 2020, buffet dining is back at Tusker House Restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. But what, if anything, has changed? Let’s find out! Check-In Unlike at the other Walt Disney World parks, there’s no separate entrance line for early dining reservations, so we had to wait in a long line … Read more

PHOTOS: Christmas Tree, Loads More Holiday Decorations Arrive at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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It’s beginning to look a lot like the holidays at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Just days after the first decorations arrived at the park, even more décor is now in place to welcome the season. Let’s take a tour around the park to see how the park is looking! Parking Entrance Wreaths and garlands have been … Read more