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Disney Relaunches Global ‘Protect the Pride’ Campaign in Celebration of ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ Film

Disney's Mufasa: The Lion King, Protect the Pride logo featuring a lion silhouette.

Disney has relaunched their global “Protect the Pride” campaign in celebration of “Mufasa: The Lion King,” arriving in theaters on December 20. Disney’s “Protect the Pride” Campaign This conservation campaign aims to support the Wildlife Conservation Network’s (WCN) Lion Recovery Fund (LRF) and LRF’s partners working across Africa to double the number of lions in the wild … Read more

Disney Shares More Details on New Lion Pride at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Three lions rest on a rocky ledge under trees in a sunny setting.

A new lion trio began appearing on Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney’s Animal Kingdom on Tuesday, December 3. Disney has shared more details about them, including their names, as well as new photos. New Lions at Disney’s Animal Kingdom The lion trio consists of one male and two females. Their names are Mshango, Zahara, and Neema. … Read more

Florida Water Management Requests More Information About Animal Kingdom Tropical Americas Construction

A detailed scale model of an amusement park, inspired by Pueblo Esperanza, features various rides, buildings, and extensive landscaping with trees and greenery. A path meanders through the model, connecting different vibrant areas.

South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) has requested additional information about Disney’s permit for the Tropical Americas land in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Tropical Americas Construction The project, dubbed “Project Ro” in the permits, will replace DinoLand U.S.A. with Pueblo Esperanza. Disney’s permit covered “infrastructure modifications to support the re-theming,” including details regarding stormwater management. In … Read more

Merry Menagerie Returns to Disney’s Animal Kingdom for 2024 Holidays

Performers from the Merry Menagerie, dressed in enchanting animal costumes, stand gracefully in a park adorned with lush greenery and a majestic tree as their backdrop.

Merry Menagerie, a freestyle performance of animal puppets, has returned to Disney’s Animal Kingdom for the 2024 holiday season. Merry Menagerie First introduced in 2019, this entertainment offering features puppeteers with artisan-crafted puppets. They wander Discovery Island between Island Mercantile and Riverside Depot, interacting with guests. The “show” is performed periodically between 9:45 a.m. and … Read more

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Christmas Tree Goes Up for 2024 Holidays

A tall, decorated Christmas tree stands majestically outdoors against a clear blue sky, reminiscent of the enchanting holiday displays at Disney. People gather joyfully around the base, adding to the festive atmosphere.

The Disney’s Animal Kingdom Christmas tree has gone up as the 2024 holiday season begins at Walt Disney World. Animal Kingdom Christmas Tree The tree is right outside the park’s main entrance. It’s surrounded by fencing and prop gifts. PhotoPass photographers are usually stationed around the tree to take guest photos. It features animal and … Read more

BREAKING: Breakfast Returning to Satu’li Canteen in Disney’s Animal Kingdom with Updated Menu

A bowl of yogurt topped with granola, sliced kiwi, strawberries, pineapple chunks, and a dollop of blueberry jam.

Breakfast will return to Satu’li Canteen in Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom with a new menu. Satu’li Canteen Breakfast Satu’li Canteen served breakfast daily when Pandora – The World of Avatar opened in May 2017. Within a few months, breakfast was discontinued. It’s now returning full-time with new and updated dishes. … Read more

Merry Menagerie & Diwali Decor Arrives at Disney’s Animal Kingdom for 2024 Holidays

The decorative bird sculpture, part of the Merry Menagerie collection, sits proudly with its geometric patterns on a wooden post, surrounded by greenery and set against a clear blue sky, perfect for holiday decor.

Deck the halls! It’s almost time to celebrate the holidays and Disney’s Animal Kingdom is now decked out with Merry Menagerie decorations. Merry Menagerie Decor There are lanterns and other decorations inspired by the Merry Menagerie puppets around Discovery Island, where Merry Menagerie takes place. Fake stylized birds have taken up roost on some of … Read more

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Welcomes First Tiger Cub in 7 Years

A tiger with its cub lying on a sandy surface. The cub is nursing from the adult tiger, which is looking towards the camera.

Walt Disney World recently welcomed a newborn Sumatran tiger cub named Bakso. Newborn Sumatran Tiger Cub at Animal Kingdom The 3-week-old cub was born to mom Sohni. The two are currently spending their time bonding backstage but Bakso will appear on the Maharajah Jungle Trek in a few months. Tiger cubs need their mother’s care … Read more

Faded Walt Disney World Road Signs Almost Illegible

A view of the highway showcases faded road signs, hinting at directions for exits, surrounded by trees under a cloudy sky.

During a recent trip to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we noticed a pair of Walt Disney World road signs that are so faded, that they are difficult to read. Faded Walt Disney World Road Signs The signs are located above the road when leaving Disney’s Animal Kingdom. They’re two of the few remaining purple road signs, … Read more

New Pumpkin-Chai Cupcake Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom This Week

Cupcake with orange pumpkin-shaped frosting on top, colorful sprinkles, green wrapper, on a small slate plate.

Walt Disney World announced a new pumpkin spice treat, the Pumpkin-Chai Cupcake, coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom this week. Pumpkin-Chai Cupcake The Pumpkin-Chai Cupcake is pumpkin-spiced carrot cake, white chocolate-chai tea mousse, mocha buttercream, and caramelized apple filling. It will be at Pizzafari and Restaurantosaurus starting October 16. Disney did not state how long the … Read more

New Park Themed T-Shirts Arrive at Walt Disney World

Two T-shirts displayed side by side: the left one has a Walt Disney World design, and the right one features Epcot with fireworks and the iconic geodesic sphere.

Celebrate your favorite park, or all four, with these new themed t-shirts from Walt Disney World. New Walt Disney World T-Shirts – $29.99 For One or $25.00 For Two Main Street USA T-Shirt We found this T-shirt in Emporium at Magic Kingdom. It’s light gray and says, “My other address is…Main Street USA.” There are two yellow, … Read more

Honor Collection Merchandise Available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Collage of a black "Honor" sweatshirt, a green water bottle with a camo design, and a black cap with "HONOR" in camo letters.

A series of Walt Disney World Honor collection merchandise pays respects to United States military veterans and active-duty members. New Honor Collection Merchandise We previously reported on a collection of camouflage apparel and products last year, released ahead of Veteran’s Day. This year, the collection expands with products depicting an “honor” wordmark. We spotted most … Read more

Dooney & Bourke Santa Paws Disney Dogs Collection Decks the Halls at Walt Disney World

Three images of white handbags with Disney character patterns, featuring multiple zipper compartments and tan leather straps. The bags are displayed in a store setting.

The Dooney & Bourke Disney Dogs “Santa Paws” Collection is now available in Walt Disney World. Dooney & Bourke Disney Dogs “Santa Paws” Collection At Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Riverside Depot, we found the new holiday collection from Dooney & Bourke, and this year the pattern features the Disney Dogs as “Santa Paws.” The pattern … Read more

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