Exciting changes are coming at Epcot! As part of a park-wide transformation, multiple classic storefronts are shutting their doors to make way for new offerings. Originally set to close in the Fall to make way for a new Pin Central, Camera Center is now closed at Epcot. Before we delve in further, here’s a look … Read more
When a wave of closures at Epcot was announced back in early July, the park’s devoted fan base quaked, and while today still marks the end for many beloved Epcot locations, like the Fountain of Nations, Club Cool, and yes, even Fountain View, it seems a select few other locations are getting a bit of … Read more
Central Florida and Walt Disney World Resort might have been spared from Hurricane Dorian, but it appears Disney Vacation Club’s sleepy outpost in South Carolina is now hunkering down for the storm and closing ahead of any potential damage or further landfall. Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort is located on the picturesque coast of South … Read more
After a wave of sudden closures due to the impending arrival of Hurricane Dorian to the Florida east coast, it appears that the Orlando International Airport has decided to resume commercial operations today, September 4th, 2019, at noon. Hurricane #Dorian Statement – 9/4/19 Morning Orlando International Airport resumes commercial operations today at noon. The latest … Read more
Walt Disney World has adjusted hours for Tuesday, September 3rd ahead of Hurricane Dorian. Operational hours adjustments for Tuesday, September 3 are as follows: Magic Kingdom: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. (Extra Magic Hours 7-8 a.m.) Epcot: 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Disney’s Hollywood Studios: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (Extra Magic Hours 6-9 a.m.) Disney’s Animal Kingdom: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. … Read more
Last 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 sixth consecutive day. And we’re up to Day 6… https://t.co/dy7TNXST6U — WDW News Today (@WDWNT) July … Read more
Today, one of the largest earthquakes to hit Southern California since the early ’90s struck the area surrounding Searles Valley to Ridgecrest around 10:33 AM (PDT). The 6.4-magnitude quake impacted areas far from the metropolitan areas of Los Angeles and Anaheim, thankfully, but precautions were still taken across the state. The largest earthquake to precede … Read more
Seeing as though Fountain View, Epcot’s Starbucks location, and the Art of Disney store are closing to make way for Project Gamma demolition, it appears Disney is offering temporary solutions to the loss of such popular food and beverage and merchandise locations. Disney has alluded that Starbucks will be moved to a “temporary location” later … Read more
Project Gamma strikes again, and this time, it’s taking down the fan-favorite Electric Umbrella over at Innoventions East in Epcot. I can’t say I won’t miss those bathrooms. The venue is set to be extensively remodeled, but nothing has been officially announced as of yet. It could return as Electric Umbrella or something new, but it … Read more
As we’ve alluded to in past posts, Innoventions West at Epcot is set to be bulldozed per Project Gamma plans, and it appears the project is moving along rather quickly. Cast Members were told today that the Epcot Character Spot, Club Cool, Art of Disney, Colortopia, and Nanooze Break in Innoventions will be closing on … Read more
Despite our usual excitement for Aunt Polly’s seasonal openings, it appears that while the establishment did open for a brief spell over the weekend in anticipation of higher Fourth of July holiday crowds, it has closed back down due to unforeseen maintenance. The quiet riverside sandwich shack is expected to open in November or December … Read more
If you’re headed to Disney Springs in search of sneakers or jewelry and are planning on visiting either the Filthy Rich kiosk or the TROPHY ROOM, do keep in mind that these stores are set to close by the end of this week. TROPHY ROOM in Town Center was a store founded by Marcus Jordan specializing … Read more
While Phase 1 of Epcot’s drastic reimagining is well underway, grander changes are being envisioned for the park’s future after a new entrance, Project Gamma, the Guardians of the Galaxy roller coaster, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, the Play Pavilion, and the new nighttime spectaculars are all completed. The future may not include two of the staple … Read more
It seems the fan-favorite animal encounter, Winged Encounters – The Kingdom Takes Flight bird show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is ending its four-year run this week. Winged Encounters – The Kingdom Takes Flight seems to be ending this week at Animal Kingdom. This is the macaw flyover in front of the Tree of Life. I … Read more
It’s been a long time coming, but Bongos Cuban Café is finally slated to close later this year at Disney Springs, per multiple Cast Members who currently work there. This closure has been rumored for a very long time, ever since the Disney Springs project began. Reportedly, all third-party restaurants were given the option to … Read more
Back in February, we told you that the Something Silver and Sublime stores were going to be closing soon. The Sublime kiosk, which opened in 2014 near Paddlefish, had already been closed, and now we can see that Something Silver has closed as well. The store originally opened in 2011. Both stores were owned by the … Read more