PHOTOS: New Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Shirts, Tervis Tumbler, and Tote Bag Available at Johari Treasures

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New resort-exclusive apparel, a tote bag, and a Tervis tumbler have arrived in Johari Treasures, a gift shop in Kidani Village at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge “Jambo” T-Shirt – $34.99 This scoop-neck fitted tee matches the “Jambo” items we found last year. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Logo T-Shirt – $29.99 This … Read more

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Club Level Lounge Reopening August 26

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Disney has now announced the reopening date for the Club Level Lounge at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. Though it’s the latest lounge reopening announced, it will be the first to reopen on August 26. Check the full list of reopenings below. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Aug. 26, 2021 Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (7/25/21): All DINOSAUR Merchandise Removed, Adventureland Shields Removed, Another Pile Up on the Disney Skyliner, 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 Sunday, July 25, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

RUMOR: Boma, Jiko, and Victoria Falls Lounge at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Reopening Soon

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According to Cast Members at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, reopenings have been set for Boma, Jiko, and Victoria Falls Lounge. Boma – Flavors of Africa will reopen on August 20. Victoria Falls Lounge will reopen on August 26. Jiko – The Cooking Place will reopen in late September. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge reopens to all … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (7/2/21): Tropical Storm Elsa Upgraded to Hurricane, Walt Disney World Theme Park Hours Released, Trader Sam’s Gift Shop Unveiled at the Jungle Cruise, 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, July 2, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

Samawati Springs Pool at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas Kidani Village to Close for Refurbishment Next Year

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First announced earlier this year, the Samawati Springs pool at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Kidani Village will be closing for an extensive refurbishment early next year in 2022. The pool will officially close in January and remained closed through April. Disney currently has this notice posted on their website: “From January 2022 through April 2022, the Samawati … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (6/15/21): Fireworks Returning in July, All Walt Disney World Parks Experience Outages, Guests Go Maskless on Rides, 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 Tuesday, June 15, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Reopening for All Guests August 26

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As Walt Disney World’s phased reopening continues, a number of changes are happening on a daily basis. Earlier today, the return of nighttime spectaculars was announced, on the same day as indoor mask requirements were majorly loosened at the resort. As part of this process, resort hotels are continuing to reopen as well. Disney’s Animal … Read more

The Mara at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Now Open for Dinner Once Again

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The Mara at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge—which reopened during the holidays and has remained open for breakfast only—will now be open for dinner. The Mara is Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge’s savanna-inspired quick-service restaurant. It will be open daily through the end of April from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM and then from 4:00 PM to … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (2/17/21): Disney+ Releases for March, Disney Parks Could Recover by 2022, Former Disney Accountant Files Suit, Cruella Trailer Debuts, First Look at Star Wars Trading Post, 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 Wednesday, February 17, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

The Mara at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Reopening This Holiday Season For Limited-Time Breakfast

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The Mara at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is reopening on December 23, 2020, for the final two weeks of the year. The Walt Disney World website currently lists hours for the restaurant through January 2, 2021, after which hours are no longer available. The Mara will be open 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM daily for … Read more

PHOTOS: New Giraffe Resort Mug and “Jambo” Apparel Arrives at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

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It’s been a while since we found new merchandise at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. Two new shirts and a new mug have arrived at Kidani Village, so now you can greet everyone you see with a “jambo.” “Jambo” T-Shirt – $29.99 “Jambo” Tank Top – $29.99 Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Mug – $19.99 For now, … Read more

Select Disney World Resort Hotel Restaurants and Shops Extending Hours for Labor Day Weekend

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With Labor Day almost upon us, many guests will be heading to Walt Disney World Resort to take a well-needed vacation. To accommodate the influx of guests, Walt Disney World has decided to extend the hours of multiple restaurants and merchandise locations across the property. Disney’s Contemporary Resort: Chef Mickey’s: 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Friday, … Read more

PHOTOS: Temperature Screenings Begin at Resort Table-Service Restaurants in Walt Disney World

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As we reported earlier this week, temperature checks are now being implemented at resort table-service restaurants at Walt Disney World. We visited Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort to see how they are incorporating the temperature checks. A new sign declares the temperature screening requirement. All of Walt Disney World Resort was already requiring … Read more

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Jambo House Reopening to Only Disney Vacation Club Guests with Few Amenities Starting July 10th

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In the continuing saga that is the status of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Jambo House, there’s been another change. You may remember that on June 21st, we broke the list and dates for the remaining Walt Disney World Resorts to reopen, and Jambo House was included and set to reopen on July 10th. Then … Read more

PHOTOS: Wall-Mounted Shampoo, Conditioner, and Body Wash Still in Use at Select Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

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This morning we checked into Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Kidani Village, and taking a peek into the shower we can report that the wall-mounted shampoo, conditioner and body wash are still in use at this resort. The dispensers of H2O+ products can still be found bolted to the shower wall, with the addition of … Read more