PHOTOS, VIDEO: Atta From ‘A Bug’s Life’ Meet & Greet for Disney’s Animal Kingdom 25th Anniversary

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Princess/Queen Atta from “A Bug’s Life” has a temporary meet and greet at Disney’s Animal Kingdom for the park’s 25th anniversary. Atta Meet and Greet Atta is meeting near It’s Tough To Be A Bug! amidst the roots of the Tree of Life. Flik is also meeting in this location. It’s possible Atta and Flik … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Goofy in Throwback Camp Minnie-Mickey Costume and Flik Character Meet & Greets for Disney’s Animal Kingdom 25th Anniversary

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We saw two friends over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom today at Walt Disney World. Goofy and Flik were both available this morning for a character meet-and-greet. According to Cast Members, Princess Atta from Pixar’s “A Bug’s Life” will also be available to meet starting tomorrow. Goofy Goofy is looking ready for adventure today. Looks like … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tinker Bell, Fawn, King Louie, and Baloo Meet and Greets at Disney’s Animal Kingdom 25th Anniversary Earth Day Celebration

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Some unique characters have made an appearance at Disney’s Animal Kingdom today as festivities for Earth Day and the park’s 25th anniversary begin. Tinker Bell, Fawn, King Louie, and Baloo are all greeting guests this morning. They can all be found on Discovery Island, across from Pizzafari and and beside the gardens surrounding the Tree … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: ‘Brother Bear’ Characters Join Earth Month Flotilla for 25th Anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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To coincide with the upcoming Earth Day and 25th anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the Discovery River Character Cruise has some new additions greeting guests today. Koda and Kenai from the film “Brother Bear” could be spotted cruising along this morning: Between April 16 and April 23, an expanded array of unique characters are joining … Read more

Kermit the Frog and Animal Visit Disney’s Animal Kingdom in New 25th Anniversary Video

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Beloved Muppets Kermit and Animal embarked on an after-hours tour of Disney’s Animal Kingdom in a new video celebrating Earth Month and the 25th anniversary of the park. Seen on the official Muppets and Disney Parks social media pages, this promotional is also advertising “The Muppets Mayhem,” streaming May 10 on Disney+. The two Muppet … Read more

NEW ‘Avatar’ AirPods Case Arrives at Windtraders in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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A new “Avatar” AirPods case has debuted at Windtraders in Pandora — The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Avatar Wireless Headphones Case- $19.99 We made our way over to Windtraders, the official merchandise location in the beautiful land of Pandora, and found this new “Avatar”-inspired AirPods, case. The art bears a striking resemblance … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Guest Interactions Return to ‘Festival of the Lion King’ at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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We recently visited Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park and found that guest interactions have returned to the “Festival of the Lion King” show. Since the parks closed in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we haven’t witnessed the complete rendition of the “Festival of the Lion King,” as the guest interactions were still absent. … Read more

NEW Disney Rabbits Dooney & Bourke Bag Collection Hops Into Walt Disney World

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Just in time for spring (and the Year of the Rabbit), the Disney Rabbits Dooney & Bourke bag collection hops into Walt Disney World. We found these bags at Discovery Trading Company at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park and on shopDisney.com. Disney Rabbits Dooney & Bourke Crossbody Bag – $228.00 This crossbody bag showcases some … Read more

Disney x BaubleBar ‘The Lion King’ Ear Headband Now Available at Walt Disney World

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This “The Lion King” Disney x BaubleBar Ear Headband is now available at Walt Disney World. We found them at Riverside Depot — located inside Discovery Trading Company at Disney’s Animal Kingdom park. The Lion King Disney x BaubleBar Ear Headband – $58.00 The Disney x BaubleBar ear headband evokes the rich colors from the … Read more

PHOTOS: All Interactive Drums Refurbished in Pandora – World of ‘Avatar’ at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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All of the drums in the interactive drum circle of Pandora – The World of “Avatar” in Disney’s Animal Kingdom have now been refurbished. We first noticed some of the drums had been fixed up last month. They previously had dark spots in the center from being touched and hit so much. All of the drums … Read more

Maharajah Jungle Trek Undergoes Refurbishment in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Ahead of its 25th anniversary in April, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is getting some love and care, including pressure washing at Maharajah Jungle Trek. The roof over the entrance sign looks dirty, though that may also just be the worn look of the area. We could see workers actively pressue washing the back of the aviary. … Read more

PHOTOS: Pathways Closed Around Tree of Life as Repainting Begins at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Ever seen a tree get spruced up? It’s happening now at Disney’s Animal Kingdom as the Tree of Life undergoes repainting. The repainting officially began on Sunday, just over three months before the park celebrates its 25th anniversary. While it’s refurbished, select pathways around the Tree of Life have been temporarily closed and walled off. … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Animal Kingdom & Disney Springs 1/8/23 (New MagicBand+ Designs, Sunrise Cupcake, ‘Wakanda Forever’ Ear Headband, & More)

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Good morning from Disney’s Animal Kingdom. It’s a beautiful day and we are looking forward to spending the day here. We will be doing some shopping and trying some snacks. We also plan on stopping by Disney Springs later to see if there is anything new we can find. Adventure is out there! The Christmas … Read more

Tree of Life to Undergo Repainting Beginning January 15 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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The Tree of Life at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be spruced up with a repainting beginning Sunday, January 15. Though repainting will mostly take place overnight, some structures connected to the project (such as scaffolding and platforms) may be in view of guests during park operating hours. During the refurbishment, select walking trails around the … Read more

Kali River Rapids at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Closing for Extended Refurbishment in January 2023

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After Big Thunder Mountain, yet another attraction is now scheduled for a refurbishment starting in January 2023 — Kali River Rapids. Beginning January 9, 2023, the ride will be closed for its annual extended refurbishment. Animal Kingdom’s popular water ride attraction is located in Asia and sends up to twelve guests per ride vehicle careening through … Read more

James Cameron Has Pitched New Films for ‘AVATAR Flight of Passage’ Ride, Dates Announced for the 2023 Destination D23 Event, and More: Daily Recap (12/8/22)

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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 Thursday, December 8, 2022. Walt Disney World EPCOT … Read more