Free 30-Minute Tour Being Offered at Rafiki’s Planet Watch at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Beginning February 13th, Disney’s Animal Kingdom will offer Guests an opportunity to go behind the scenes and get a peek at some of the backstage areas at Rafiki’s Planet Watch that support the park’s animal care operations. As part of a test, these complimentary 30-minute experiences will be offered throughout the day. Specific backstage locations … Read more

Guardians of the Galaxy at Epcot and More Announced for “Incredible Summer” 2018 at Walt Disney World

This summer, beloved stories from several Disney films will come to life at Walt Disney World in the form of new attractions, entertainment, experiences and more at all four parks, setting up summer 2018 to be what Disney is calling “Incredible Summer.” Here’s what to expect at each Walt Disney World Resort location: The Incredibles … Read more

PHOTOS: Disney’s Animal Kingdom 20th Anniversary Merchandise Arrives Early

With Animal Kingdom’s 20th anniversary still about 3 months away on April 22nd, it is a bit surprising to already be seeing 20th anniversary merchandise items hitting shelves, but here they are. The items were found in the Island Mercantile store on Discovery Island. This t-shirt retails for $29.99. This shirt retails for $34.99. The … Read more

Animal Kingdom Expanding “Party for the Planet” to Celebrate Park’s 20th Anniversary with New Food Booths, Tours, & More

Tree of Life Garden Returns to Animal Kingdom After Multi-Year Closure

Every year, Disney’s Animal Kingdom celebrates Earth Day and the park’s anniversary with Party for the Planet, a few-day long celebration where guests could find extra opportunities to explore the natural wonders of Disney’s Animal Kingdom park, thanks to a variety of enhanced park offerings, including interactive activities, entertainment, enhanced animal encounters, commemorative photo options and merchandise. … Read more

Baby Hippo Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Disney announced that a new baby Nile hippopotamus was born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom late Saturday night at around 10 p.m. It is the first hippo born at the park in 13 years. The new hippo calf is staying close to its mother, Tuma. Disney’s animal care staff is giving mother and baby room to … Read more

BREAKING: Flights of Wonder at Animal Kingdom to be Replaced with PIXAR “Up” Bird Show

Today, Disney is sharing the first details about an all-new show coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Spring 2018 featuring Russell and Dug from Disney•Pixar’s “UP.” Beginning just in time for the 20th anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom next year, this new experience will offer guests the chance to see Senior Wilderness Explorer Russell and … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disney’s Animal Kingdom Starbucks Ceramic Tumbler

PHOTOS: New Disney's Animal Kingdom Starbucks Ceramic Tumbler

We showed you the new Magic Kingdom, Epcot, and the Hollywood Studios tumblers, so now we’re completing the set by showing you photos of the Animal Kingdom Ceramic Starbucks tumbler. You can find this beauty over at Creature Comforts for $21.99. The Animal Kingdom tumbler features some neat animal patterns, as well as logos belonging to … Read more