A new video taken by a guest at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge shows a seemingly upset giraffe whacking a hog in the nearby savanna. Editor’s Note: A previous version of this article incorrectly identified the animal as a warthog. It has since been identified as a Red River Hog. Giraffe Chops Hog The video of … Read more
Walt Disney World filed a construction permit for Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Construction Permit The Notice of Commencement was filed on August 11, 2025. It’s for “General construction” at 2901 Osceola Parkway, the address of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. It contracts JCQ Services, Inc. The company provides services like carpentry and … Read more
Walt Disney World has announced an extended guest room refurbishment project that will take place at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, starting this October. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge According to the notice, guest rooms at Kidani Village will be the first to see refurbishment, from October 2025 through May 2026. After that, rooms at Jambo house … Read more
A new collection of Disney Vacation Club-branded Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas apparel is now available at the resort. This merchandise is at Johari Treasures in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village. Short-Sleeved T-Shirt – $34.99 This shirt is a reddish-orange color. On the chest is an image of Kidani Village in darker shades of … Read more
The flamboyance of flamingos at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge has grown a little larger with some newborn chicks. Flamingo Chicks at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Dr. Mark Penning — VP of Disney’s Animals, Science, and Environment — posted about the chicks on Instagram. “We have some fun flamingo news from Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge!” Penning wrote. “Our … Read more
This summer, Disney+ subscribers can get discounted rates on Walt Disney World hotel rooms for a limited time. Disney+ Subscriber Savings on Walt Disney World Hotel Rooms Disney+ subscribers can save this summer with discounted rates at select Disney Resorts Collection hotels at Walt Disney World, starting from $99 per night. This offer is valid … Read more
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge has a brand new baby animal. This newborn Rüppell’s griffon vulture is named Lyra. Lyra the Rüppell’s Griffon Vulture VP of Disney’s Animals, Science, and Environment Dr. Mark Penning shared pictures of Lyra on Instagram, writing, “Our animal care experts have been closely monitoring her from the moment she was an … Read more
The Disney Parks Blog has released the full list of all the food and beverages that will be available to celebrate Valentine’s Day 2025 at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort. Walt Disney World Resort Disney Springs Amorette’s Patisserie (Available Feb. 1 through 14; mobile order available) The Ganachery Summer House on the Lake (Available Feb. … Read more
Christmas has arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge in the form of decorations, a Christmas tree, and their annual gingerbread display. This year, the Gingeraffe and zebra are joined by a flamingo. 2024 Gingerbread Display The gingerbread animals are behind ropes in a rocky area of the resort lobby. A sign reads: A Gingerbread Holiday … Read more
A lineup of new breakfast cocktails is now available around Walt Disney World. Each drink is located at a variety of venues, and the full details are below. New Breakfast Cocktails Pink Spritzer – $12.50 Lyre’s Pink London Non-Alcoholic Spirit, grapefruit soda, pomegranate green tea, lime, and mint This drink is also listed as Pink … Read more
We found some resort specific merchandise in Johari Treasures at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. Let’s check it out. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Merchandise Loungefly Ears – $44.99 These Loungefly ears feature a safari print pattern on the left and right ear. They are made of a pleather material. The bow has fringed edges. A red … Read more
Two baby animals were recently born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, as shared by Dr. Mark Penning, vice president of Disney’s Animals, Science & Environment, on Instagram. Baby Eland Antelope Born at Walt Disney World The eland baby is a girl and mom Celo’s first calf. Both the mom and calf are doing great, Penning … Read more
Walt Disney World has several new Pandora jewelry charms inspired by Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Disney’s Riviera Resort, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. These charms are available exclusively at their respective resort gift shops. ‘The Incredibles’ Contemporary Resort Pandora Charm – $75 The … Read more
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge has a new baby addax — a critically endangered species — on the Sunset Savanna. Baby Addax at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Two-month-old Julien has joined the resort’s addax herd. The baby stands just over two feet tall. He was born to mom Juniper and dad Allen, and his name is an ode … Read more
Disney files a construction permit for the Imagination Pavilion at EPCOT, 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival dates and details announced, and the new “Star Wars” Will Gay Collection arrives at Walt Disney World — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Tuesday, April 23, 2024. Daily Recap for 4/23/24 Walt Disney … Read more
While Disney’s Animal Kingdom celebrated its 26th anniversary this week, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge celebrated its 15th. A new limited edition pin available at the resort commemorates the occasion. You can find the Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge 15th anniversary pin at Zawadi Marketplace. Limited Edition Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge 15th Anniversary Pin – $19.99 The … Read more