In the wake of last night’s gondola accident and subsequent guest evacuations, it appears that the Disney Skyliner gondola system will remain closed until further notice. Cast Members are informing guests at the gate to Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort that the transportation system is currently down for the day, but that there is the bus … Read more
Astro Orbiter located in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort was scheduled to reopen today after a lengthy unplanned refurbishment. Originally closed in mid-July, Astro Orbiter has been down for unknown reasons that seem to still plague the attraction. Operating calendars show Asrto Orbiter with hours today, indicating the closure was not planned … Read more
It’s the end of an era for Club Cool. Love it or hate it, we’ve all made memories on those sticky floors, coated with sugary sodas from around the world, from your first sip of Beverly, to the free birthday Icees. Today marks the final day for the all-you-can-drink soda fountain ahead of its demolition … Read more
The unplanned refurbishment of Magic Kingdom’s Astro Orbiter has been extended through September 19, 2019. Originally closed in mid July, the issues plaguing the attraction seem to be more serious than previously thought. Astro Orbiter was originally scheduled to reopen today, but that obviously did not happen. Much like Primeval Whirl at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, … Read more
The beloved Red Car Trolley at Disney California Adventure has extended its refurbishment by almost a full year. Originally slated to open at the beginning of 2020, the refurbishment calendar states the trolley will not reopen in 2020. On Disneyland.com, the website states the following: Beginning April 1, 2019, Red Car Trolley will be closed … Read more
The extended closure of Primeval Whirl at Disney’s Animal Kingdom just got even longer. Dinoland U.S.A. will now be without Primeval Whirl through September 28, 2019. First reported closed on June 17, 2019, the reason for the closure has yet to be announced by Disney. Primeval Whirl was previously expected to reopen on August 4, … Read more
The prolonged closure of Primeval Whirl at Disney’s Animal Kingdom just got even longer. Dinoland U.S.A. will now be without its signature coaster through August 3, 2019. First reported closed on June 17, 2019, the reason for the closure has yet to be announced by Disney. Primeval Whirl was previously expected to reopen on July … Read more
The extended closure of Primeval Whirl at Disney’s Animal Kingdom just got even longer. Dinoland U.S.A. will now be without its signature coaster through July 27, 2019. First reported closed on June 17, 2019, the reason for the closure has yet to be announced by Disney. Primeval Whirl was previously expected to reopen on July … Read more
A portion of Epcot Resorts Boulevard near Disney’s Beach Club resort will close in mid-August to accommodate bridgework. The bridge that crosses the body of water just east of Disney’s Beach Club Resort will close for up to 9 months. Those guests wishing to access Disney’s Yacht Club and Beach Club Resorts, as well as … Read more
On Friday, something happened during the routine start-up procedures of the Astro Orbiter in Tomorrowland at the Magic Kingdom. The ride never opened that day and didn’t operate all-day Saturday either. Today, the attraction remains closed for the third consecutive day. The unplanned maintenance, not announced months in advance, is a rarity for Walt Disney … Read more
The Red Car Trolley News Boys won’t be staying long at Disney California Adventure it seems. Amid a wave of cutbacks and hiring freezes at the Disneyland Resort due to low summer crowds, the fan-favorite show is on the chopping block. According to Disney, the show is ending because of the temporary closure of the … Read more
The unexpected closure of Primeval Whirl at Animal Kingdom just got even longer. Dinoland U.S.A. will be without its coaster through July 20, 2019 now. First reported closed on June 17, 2019, the reason for the closure has yet to be announced by Disney. Primeval Whirl was previously expected to reopen on July 13, 2019, … Read more
Along with everything else we’ve come to know and love from Epcot’s Future World, it appears that the classic Fountain of Nations will be closing permanently on September 8th, along with Pin Central. The final date of operation for Pin Central will be September 7th. This is all part of the ongoing overhaul of Epcot … Read more
Inclement weather struck hard this afternoon at the Happiest Place on Earth. As reported by FOX 11 News, according to Anaheim Public Utilities, the lightning caused a circuit to trip, knocking out power for a few seconds at around 3:48 PM across Disney’s California Adventure. While no power outage was reported at Disneyland Park, several outdoor … Read more
Just yesterday, we announced the closure of Mickey’s of Hollywood, one of the oldest storefronts at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, as yet another historic piece of the park goes under for refurbishment. Mickey’s of Hollywood was regarded as the Emporium of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, taking up the entire first block of store facades to the left … Read more