A jungle of eats and treats celebrating “The Lion King” are now available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and we found the slimiest and most satisfying one of all. Bugs ‘n Grub Waffle Cone – Available at Anandapur Ice Cream Truck and Trilo-Bites The Bugs ‘n Grubs waffle cone is chocolate soft-serve ice cream in a green … Read more
Disney has just announced four brand new Magic Shots themed to “The Lion King” coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the animated film. Check out all the details below!Beginning today, you can enjoy these photo opportunities from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. every day this summer when you visit … 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
Namaste! The newly revamped, character-based version of Rivers of Light, “Rivers of Light: We Are One” debuted early tonight in a special Annual Passholder preview. “Rivers of Light: We Are One” is the next chapter of this beautiful nighttime pageant, filled with stunning imagery and familiar animal characters from Disneynature films, along with a colorful tapestry of … Read more
In addition to the newest version of Rivers of Light that debuted tonight (and will debut to the public tomorrow!), there’s a special new The Lion King-themed Tree of Life Awakenings series that will be featured each evening at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, with a new story inspired by this summer’s release of “The Lion King.” Moments from … Read more
The newly revamped, character-based version of Rivers of Light, “Rivers of Light: We Are One” debuts this weekend at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, as the next chapter of this beautiful nighttime pageant unfolds, telling the story of our connection with animals and the emotions and milestones we all share in our journey through the great circle … Read more
The summer heat has ARRIVED at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in full force. Let’s get this photo report started before I climb the wall in the Otter Grotto and join them for a swim to cool down. (Petition to make this bike wall the next Instagram wall. Hashtag DAKbikewall. #DAKbikewall.) Okay, I think I’m done with … Read more
Oh I just can’t wait to dig in! Disney has just announced a jungle of eats and treats coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom this summer with offerings that celebrate some of your favorite characters and moments from Disney’s beloved tale, “The Lion King.” Check out the full slate of treats below!All of the items listed below … Read more
If you and your family are big fans of the Wilderness Explorers in-park activities and games, be aware that times are changing for the popular, free adventure challenge. Starting June 2, 2019, hours for the Wilderness Explorers are being adjusted from a 9:00 AM opening time on select dates to a 10:00 AM opening time. … Read more
Do you like cupcakes? Do you like birds? Well, have I got the thing for you! The aptly named “Bird Cupcake” just landed in Restaurantosaurus at Animal Kingdom, and it’s actually pretty good. Restaurantosaurus, if you couldn’t tell by the name, is in Dinoland, U.S.A. Bird Cupcake Lemon and blueberry? Just what I need on … Read more
These days around Walt Disney World, when one tram loop or entrance finally opens, another goes down for construction. Thanks to some permit sleuthing, we knew back in February that a new tram shade structure was in the works for the park, but up until today, no real signs of construction had come to the … Read more
There’s even more time to experience the fun and excitement of Disney’s Animal Kingdom park at Walt Disney World Resort this June and July. Take advantage of cooler mornings and mellow evening temperatures with extended park hours on the following dates: Morning Extended Hours for June: June 2-3, 7-11, 21-25: Park opens at 8:00 AM … Read more
Lots of supplies have been arriving at Windtraders in Pandora lately, with a full line of adult apparel, plus pins, hats, and a new MagicBand making their way to the merchandise outpost. Now your little ones can gear up (and match you!) with this new line of Pandora youth graphic tees and tanks. Adults can … Read more
We’re back at the Port of Harambe in Disney’s Animal Kingdom to check in on the current status of the upcoming Club 33 location, and things seem to be progressing rather quickly, with even more land cleared and the raised berm in Africa flattened to accommodate for further construction and development. Located in the vicinity … Read more
Springtime is in full swing at the Walt Disney World Resort, and with that comes new seasonal treats rolling into locations across property. On a recent visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, I stopped by Creature Comforts to get one of those sweet (free!) venti cups of water, and ended up stumbling across this new Flamingo … Read more
Here at WDWNT, we love seeing when new babies make their way into Animal Kingdom. You might remember how excited we all were with Jabari’s birth right on the Kilimanjaro Safari savanna earlier this year. We’re excited to announce a brand new member of the Animal Kingdom family, who was born on May 1st. Meet … Read more