The world’s second largest land animal has its own day of celebration. People everywhere celebrate World Rhino Day on September 22nd to raise awareness about this endangered species. Disney used the occasion to announce that three of its white rhinoceros are pregnant and expecting delivery in the next few months. The three pregnant rhinos and … Read more
Guests will have a little extra time to enjoy at Walt Disney World this weekend, September 25th-27th, meaning that some parks will be open after dark once again. At the Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, closing times will be pushed back. The Magic Kingdom will close at 7 PM and Disney’s Hollywood Studios … Read more
Disney has once again extended hours at Animal Kingdom, this time on Sunday, September 27. Rather than the typical hours of 9 AM until 5 PM, Animal Kingdom will remain open until 6 PM next Sunday. Opening time remains 9 AM. As we reported earlier, Disney has added an additional hour on September 20 and … Read more
If you’ve been looking to wet your whistle at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, you may soon be in luck. Preparations are underway to reopen Dawa Bar in the park’s Africa section, according to Brooke Geiger McDonald. Cast members were seen installing social distancing markers leading up to the lounge area, which also serves as the entrance … Read more
Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from September 6 to September 13, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Join us on a … Read more
We visited Disney’s Animal Kingdom on a not-so-crowded day after Labor Day weekend to see what was in store for us. It’s Tough to be a Bug! had a five-minute wait in the morning. You can find a reference to “Countdown to Extinction,” which was the original name of “DINOSAUR” until 2000, on this bulletin … Read more
Less than a month ago, we noticed a new structure appear practically overnight at the end of Kilimanjaro Safaris in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Since then, we have kept a sharp eye for any construction updates on the structure whose use is still unknown. In last week’s update, we saw trenches dug deep into the ground … Read more
Get ready to peek behind the scenes and see just what goes into taking care of all those animals at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Disney has released the trailer for the National Geographic series “Magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom,” coming to Disney+ on Friday, September 25th. Narrated by Josh Gad, this eight-episode series will take you … Read more
Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from August 23-30, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Social distancing markers for the character cavalcades … Read more
Construction continues on the structure we reported on two weeks ago at the end of Kilimanjaro Safaris in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and it’s since received some considerable improvements. As to what its purpose is, we are still unsure, but we can confirm it now has a porch and awning, possibly to keep the door area … Read more
Are you ready to complete your “Park Life” MagicBand collection? Two new MagicBands featuring Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios can be yours now. These Limited Release MagicBands join the “Park Life” collection, which has already seen a big showing in the parks on both coasts. The MagicBand collection includes Limited Release editions for … Read more
Calling all animal lovers, there’s a new Disney Parks exclusive Loungefly backpack perfect for you! Featuring an allover sequined leopard print, this backpack has two adorable Minnie Mouse ears and a black bow centered above the Disney Parks and Loungefly emblem. The back of the bag is a solid black, including the straps. The lining … Read more
There are countless reasons why I love visiting Walt Disney World. Characters, attractions, and shows are only some of those reasons. Honestly, if being the Most Magical Place on Earth isn’t reason enough to visit, I don’t know what is! Oh, wait… yes, I do…FOOD! Food is reason enough. There is only one thing I … Read more
Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from August 9-16, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Earlier in the week, “it’s a small … Read more
Fans will be able to go behind the scenes at Disney’s Animal Kingdom (with a stop at The Seas with Nemo & Friends at EPCOT) with the new National Geographic series “Magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom,” premiering on Disney+ September 25th. From the official press release: On Friday, September 25, Disney+ debuts its next original series … Read more
Legendary Imagineer Joe Rohde has given fans a mini-masterclass on the design and ideas behind Disney’s Animal Kingdom with a new video series created by his family: “The Rohdes, Less Traveled.” Part one gives a look on the inspiration behind the park’s many windows. From Rohde’s post on Disney Parks Blog: Our family has been … Read more