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 … 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
On this episode of the Ride Rehab Podcast, Tyler and Thomas hide out in the Yeti Museum to talk Animal Kingdom, Tubbs the Goat, Zootopia, and the Yeti in Expedition Everest. Want even more Ride Rehab? Head over to our Soundcloud where we add cut content and outtakes that were removed from the final episode. … 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
Kaltxi! Today we spotted a brand new Utility Suit Articulated Figure at Windtraders in Animal Kingdom’s Pandora! This figure is modeled off of the interactive experience in Pandora that debuted last year as part of Animal Kingdom’s 20th anniversary. Now you can take home your own smaller version if you’re a fan! Let’s take a … Read more
Started from a tiny purple flag, now we’re here. It appears work is progressing on Club 33 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom park, with scrim-covered fencing now up bordering the entire area where the proposed club is set to be built. With the other three locations now open (Captain’s Quarters at the Magic Kingdom, Spotlight Lounge … Read more
What might be one of the most photogenic areas in all of Walt Disney World, the Tree of Life Garden at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a wonderful place to relax and escape the crowds. And now, just in time for the upcoming Easter and summer crowds, it has reopened after a few months behind walls … Read more
We’ve been following the progress of the Otter Grotto (Presented by OtterBox) at Disney’s Animal Kingdom with wild fervor. For months, we’ve been peering behind construction walls, trying to catch a spare glimpse of the newly refurbished Otter Grotto. Well, today is the day! It’s actually been a full year since construction walls went up … Read more
