Starlight Safari Tour Returns to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge on Earth Day

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Guests can now book a Starlight Safari tour at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge for Earth Day, April 22, and later dates. Disney Parks shared the news on Instagram. “Just in time for Earth Day, the thrilling Starlight Safari tour at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is now bookable for dates beginning April 22 and beyond! Climb … Read more

REVIEW: Jiko – The Cooking Place Reopens with Delicious New Dishes at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

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Jambo! We attended the reopening of this fan-favorite signature restaurant, Jiko – The Cooking Place, at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. It’s been closed since March 2020, and a few menu changes were announced recently. We’re ready to try some new dishes, and certainly ready to revisit some old favorites. Interior Here is a glance at … Read more

Menu Changes Coming to Jiko – The Cooking Place at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

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Jiko – The Cooking Place is reopening on February 17, and it looks like new items — and some old favorites — will be on the menu. Walt Disney World updated the restaurant’s menu this evening after the reopening was announced. Appetizers Removed Tibs in Brik Tour of Africa North African-spiced Scallops Mushroom Flatbread Curried … Read more

Permits Filed for Waterstar Orlando Residential & Retail Project, Possibly Intruding on Seclusion of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

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In 2022, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge will be getting a new neighbor. According to WDWMAGIC Forums user @danlb_2000, permits have been filed for the construction of the 35-acre Waterstar Orlando project, which will extend to the opposite side of Osceola Parkway, facing the Walt Disney World Resort Hotel’s parking lot. Back when the project from … Read more

‘Spider-Man’ Daily Bugle Stand Opens in New York, Les Vins Des Chefs De France Reopens at EPCOT With New Kiosk, and More: Daily Recap (12/10/21)

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Friday, December 10, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

Samawati Springs Pool at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Closing for Refurbishment in January 2022

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The Samawati Springs Pool at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village will close for refurbishment from January 2022 through April 2022. Guests may instead enjoy the Uzima Springs Pool at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Jambo House. Guests may see and hear construction noise while the refurbishment is underway, but should not hear noise from Guest … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Mickey Mouse Ornament Now Available

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From stunning views of wildlife to incredible food, every visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is memorable. Now guests can add those memories to their holiday decorations with a new ornament themed to the resort! The new hand-painted ornament features Mickey Mouse ready for a day of adventure. Mickey sports green shorts a gold and … Read more

Official Disneyland Instagram Account Misattributes Horizons Quote, Disneyland Park Sets Up Large Unthemed Screen, and More: Daily Recap 12/5/21

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Sunday, December 5, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

REVIEW: ‘Gingeraffe’ and Chocolate Peppermint Cookie Sandwich from The Mara at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

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While visiting Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge to see the new giraffe gingerbread sculpture, we stopped by The Mara to try some tasty holiday treats. Gingeraffe – $4.99 Gingerbread giraffe cookie with milk chocolate buttercream filling We couldn’t resist seeing the two adorable gingerbread giraffes together. The Gingeraffe was your classic gingerbread cookie. It was perfectly … Read more

PHOTOS: See the Baby Giraffe Made of Gingerbread at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge surprised guests this morning with the debut of a gingerbread baby giraffe in the Jambo House lobby. The “ginger-affe” was created by Pastry Chef Michael Craig and will be on display through January 1. It’s the size of a baby giraffe. The baby gingeraffe can be found near the back of … Read more

New Gingerbread Baby Giraffe on Display at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

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As of this morning, guests visiting Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge can check out a new gingerbread baby giraffe. The newest confectionary creation was announced today alongside its debut. The gingerbread baby giraffe will be on display through January 1. Check out the other gingerbread creations at Walt Disney World this holiday season: PHOTOS: Gingerbread Display … Read more

VIDEO: Baby Zebra at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Named Zarina in Honor of Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary

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Of all the surprises that have come to Walt Disney World for its 50th anniversary, perhaps the most unique has to be the name of a baby zebra! Disney announced that the Hartmann’s mountain zebra foal born last month at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge has been named Zarina, which means “golden one” in Persian. Her … Read more

REVIEW: 50th Anniversary Tart Features Unique Ghanaian Chocolate at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

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We still haven’t tried every 50th anniversary food item at Walt Disney World. Our quest to try each treat brought us to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. The Mara, the resort’s quick service location, has a 50th Anniversary Tart that uses Ghanaian chocolate. 50th Anniversary Tart — $5.49 Ghanaian chocolate tart with 50th Anniversary coin The … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (10/29/21): Gingerbread House Locations Announced for Walt Disney World, 50th Anniversary Funko POP! Figures Leaked, Disneyland Cast Member Union Negotiations Break Down, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Friday, October 29, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: Baby Zebra Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

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A newborn Hartmann’s mountain zebra has joined the herd at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge in Walt Disney World. Dr. Mark Penning — VP of Disney’s Animals, Science, and Environment — shared photos of the zebra baby and its mother on Instagram. Here is what Dr. Penning wrote: We’re thrilled to share these adorable photos of Hartmann’s mountain … Read more

REVIEW: African Triple Chocolate Mousse Brings 50th Anniversary Treat to Sanaa in Kidani Village

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To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World, special offerings can be found around the resort, including at the hotels. Disney’s Wilderness Lodge has a new petit stump cake, Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort has a delicious crème brûlée eclair, and now Sanaa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village has a new African-inspired … Read more