After his turns as a Jungle Cruise Skipper and a Disneyland Railroad conductor, Josh Gad took over Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Josh Gad Joins Kilimanjaro Safaris In a new video posted by Disney Parks, Gad feeds a rhino and then becomes a Kilimanjaro Safaris guide. Gad, the voice of Olaf in the “Frozen” … Read more
During our visit to Animal Kingdom, we discovered that the purple 3D glasses used at MuppetVision 3D were also in use at It’s Tough to Be a Bug instead of the usual black bug-themed glasses. It’s Tough to Be a Bug Just yesterday Disney announced the imminent closure of It’s Tough to Be a Bug … Read more
Howdy! Today I checked on the construction in Dinoland, spent the day in Magic Kingdom, and ended my afternoon in Disney Springs. There’s tons of fun from today’s adventure! Good Morning from Disney’s Animal Kingdom It was a foggy morning at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. When I arrived I was nervous I wouldn’t be able to … Read more
A timelapse camera has been installed in DinoLand U.S.A., presumably to record construction as the area continues its transformation into the Tropical Americas land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Timelapse Camera Installed in DinoLand U.S.A. During a recent visit to the park, we noticed the camera had been set up on the roof of what was … Read more
The Disney Parks Instagram page (@disneyparks) has shared a sneak peek of a new original song for “Zootopia: Better Zoogether!” Zootopia: Better Zoogether! Sneak Peek The video features Ginnifer Goodwin, the voice of Judy Hopps, singing a few lines from a new original song that will debut with Zootopia: Better Zoogether! The show is set … Read more
Disney has announced an official closure date for It’s Tough to Be a Bug show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Closure Date Announced for It’s Tough to Be a Bug Per the official Walt Disney World website, the final day of operation for the attraction will be March 16, 2025. The show will be closed on … Read more
Disney has filed a new permit with the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for the development of a 10-acre contractor lot at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Disney Files Permit for Contractor Lot According to WDWMagic, the new contractor lot will be an infrastructure project that will aid in the ongoing construction of the new Tropical … Read more
A new Mickey and Friends Loungefly is now available at Walt Disney World. We first discovered the new item at Riverside Depot in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Mickey and Friends Loungefly – $80 This grey backpack features an all-over print of Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy, and Pluto. A black Disney Parks | Loungefly plaque is near … Read more
Over two years after KiteTails ended at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, crews have removed the show’s launch dock from the Discovery River. KiteTails Dock Removed Metal pilings remain in the water where the dock used to be. There’s also a platform on one side leading down from the amphitheater seating. Gates block guest access to the … Read more
The bioluminescent walkways in Pandora — The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom are receiving a fresh new coat of paint. Repainting Pandora’s Bioluminescent Walkways Several walkways around the land are receiving a new coat of UV-reactant paint. Due to the intense Florida sun and constant tread from guests, the paint fades quite quickly. … Read more
Howdy! Festival of the Arts is in full swing with a new Paint By Numbers mural, new pins were released, Living with the Land updates, and so much more fun in Disney’s Animal Kingdom and EPCOT. Good Morning From Disney’s Animal Kingdom Right now, we start every morning by checking on the state of extinction … Read more
Disney has made a small change in the wording on their Disability Access Service (DAS) Program website. Disney’s Disability Access Service Program The wording on the website previously stated, “DAS is one of the programs offered at Walt Disney World Resort theme parks intended to accommodate only those Guests who, due to a developmental disability … Read more
The popular Mickey sunglasses from the Tokyo Disney Resort are now available for guests to purchase at the Walt Disney World Resort. We first found the sunglasses for sale at Garden Gate Gifts in Animal Kingdom. Mickey Sunglasses – $22.99 The sunglasses’ lenses are circular with two smaller circular lenses on top, forming a Mickey … Read more
A new year means new collectible medallions at Walt Disney World Resort. 2025 medallions are available at machines throughout the Walt Disney World theme parks, resort hotels, and Disney Springs. This list includes every location currently selling the new 2025 medallions as of January 26. We will update this post with additional machines or locations … Read more
“Celebrate Soulfully” returns to Disney Parks in honor of Black History Month with several performances, limited-time offerings, and more. Celebrate Soulfully at Disney Parks Guests will be able to take part in cultural experiences including performances, artwork, meet-and-greets, and various foods and drinks at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort as part of “Celebrate Soulfully.” … Read more
It’s been a cold and rainy week in Central Florida but crew members are still hard at work demolishing DinoLand U.S.A. in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. DinoLand Demolition Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama closed permanently earlier this month, with construction walls dividing DinoLand in half. DINOSAUR, The Boneyard, Restaurantosaurus, and character meet and greets remain while TriceraTop … Read more