New Abdim’s Stork Chick Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Abdim's stork chick at Disney's Animal Kingdom

There’s a new addition at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! An Abdim’s stork chick has just joined Dinoland U.S.A. Abdim’s Stork Chick Dr. Mark Penning, the Vice President of Disney’s Animal, Science, and Environment shared the news of the recent arrival on his Instagram page, saying the following: “We have some egg-citing news to share! A new … Read more

Zazu Shoulder Plush Debuts at Walt Disney World & More: Daily Recap (3/23/24)

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The first piece of “The Lion King” 30th Anniversary merchandise arrives at Walt Disney World, take a virtual tour of the new DVC Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness, and Disney Legend Josh Gad expresses support for Disney CEO Bob Iger during board proxy fights — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, … Read more

New Disney’s Animal Kingdom Safari Mickey Ear Hat Available

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Get ready to explore Disney’s Animal Kingdom with a new safari bucket hat featuring built-in Mickey Mouse ears. We found the safari Mickey ear hat at Mombasa Marketplace in the park’s Africa section. Safari Mickey Ear Hat – $24.99 The hat is shaped similarly to a pith helmet. It’s made of woven fake straw with … Read more

‘The Lion King’ 30th Anniversary Celebration Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Disney’s Animal Kingdom will celebrate the 30th anniversary of “The Lion King” with a celebration this summer. “The Lion King” 30th Anniversary Celebration The celebration will run from June 10 through September 6. A new merchandise collection inspired by “The Lion King” will include apparel and accessories. The Pumbaa popcorn bucket released last summer will … Read more

Chicken Guy! Florida Location Facing Potential Eviction & More: Daily Recap (3/20/24)

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A Chicken Guy! location in Florida faces eviction, Disney Cruise Line reveals the name and theme of its new ship, and a man is charged with robbery for stealing Mickey Mouse ears off of a guest’s head — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, March 20, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

New Seating Area Now Open at Harambe Market in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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A new seating area by Harambe Market in Disney’s Animal Kingdom is now open. Seating Area Now Open in Harambe Market After nine months of construction, the new seating area is opened in the Africa section of the park. It is across from the quick service location, Harambe Market, and directly to the left of … Read more

Permit Likely Already Filed for Potential Expansion Featuring Indiana Jones, Encanto, and More at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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A new permit reveals that work will soon begin on a project at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The permit application, filed with South Florida Water Management District is for four Walt Disney Imagineering trailers and one additional contractor trailer along with 363 parking spaces. Additionally, the permits outline a road that leads from the trailer area … Read more

Neytiri Sculpture Returns to Pandora — The World of Avatar

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After a refurbishment, the Neytiri sculpture has returned to Windtraders, the gift shop of Pandora – The World of “Avatar” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Neytiri Sculpture The sculpture is a bust of Neytiri, one of the main characters of the “Avatar” series. It’s housed in a glass case in Windtraders. It was removed about a … Read more

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Braille Map Replaced with New Design

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There’s a new Disney’s Animal Kingdom braille map available for guests with visual disabilities. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Braille Map Located by Island Mercantile near the front of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the previous braille map has been removed and replaced with a new one, consistent with other braille map changes we’ve seen around Walt Disney World. … Read more

Kali River Rapids Reopens After Annual Refurbishment

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After its standard annual refurbishment, Kali River Rapids at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is back open. Kali River Rapids Reopens According to the My Disney Experience app, the ride was open on the morning of Friday, March 15, 2024, as scheduled. At about 10:00 a.m., it had a 15-minute standby wait time. Kali River Rapids was … Read more

New Blue Hydrangea Loungefly Mini Backpack and Ear Headband Bloom at Walt Disney World

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A new blue hydrangea Loungefly mini backpack and matching ear headband are available at Walt Disney World. We found the sequin-covered bag in Riverside Depot at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and the ear headband at Once Upon a Time at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Hydrangea Loungefly Backpack – $98.99 The front and sides of the bag are … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Walls Up Next to Joffrey’s at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Entrance

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Construction walls are up around a large section of pavement next to the Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company kiosk in front of the Disney’s Animal Kingdom entrance. Joffrey’s Construction Walls The Joffrey’s kiosk is located between security and the park’s ticket booths. The green construction walls jut out towards the security station. They don’t block … Read more

REVIEW: New Matcha Expedition Everest Cupcake From Pizzafari at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Disney’s Animal Kingdom has a new matcha cupcake inspired by Expedition Everest and the fearsome Yeti who resides in the mountain. The Everest Cupcake is available at Pizzafari on Discovery Island. The quick-service location is open from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. most days. Only Cast Member discounts apply. Everest Cupcake – $6.29 Matcha Cake, … Read more

New Mickey and Minnie Summer 2024 Merchandise Collection Debuts at Walt Disney World

Mickey and Minnie summer backpack and ear headband

Walt Disney World has a new summer merchandise collection featuring Mickey and Minnie Mouse. The line includes apparel, a Minnie ear headband, and a Loungefly mini backpack. Summer Mickey and Minnie Merchandise We found most of the merchandise in Island Mercantile at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Summer Ear Headband – $34.99 The ear headband, which we … Read more

BREAKING: Disney CEO Bob Iger Says Avatar Experience Coming to Disneyland Resort Will Be a ‘Land’

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Bob Iger shared that the “Avatar”-themed experience coming to Disneyland Resort will be a “land” during today’s Morgan Stanley Technology, Media and Telecom Conference. Bob Iger Calls Avatar Experience for Disneyland Resort a ‘Land’ Bob Iger, CEO of The Walt Disney Company, participated in a question and answer session on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in … Read more

‘Up’ Characters Dug and Russell Return for Meet & Greets at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Dug and Russell from Pixar’s “Up” have returned as meet & greet characters at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Dug & Russell’s Wilderness Explorers Club House They meet guests at Dug & Russell’s Wilderness Explorers Club House on Discovery Island near the Tree of Life. Each character appears separately, and guests wishing to meet both characters will … Read more