Disney continues to install new solar-powered trash cans with foot pedals throughout World Showcase in EPCOT. The installation began around the entrance to World Showcase and has continued clockwise through the pavilions. Solar-Powered Trash Cans The new cans are now available at Refreshment Outpost and the Germany pavilion. The old cans have been removed from … Read more
Disney has removed the coins from a World Celebration reflecting pool that was recently drained. World Celebration Reflecting Pool Coins Removed The affected area is the body of water between the Imagination Pavilion and the Land Pavilion closest to CommuniCore Plaza. Crews recently drained the water and moved the rocks into piles. Now, the next … Read more
Last week, we announced the Light Lounge at The Odyssey was coming to EPCOT after new signage emerged at the pavilion. Now the lounge is here, and this is everything you need to know! Following the installation of the signage at The Odyssey pavilion, there was no official update from Disney regarding what the Light … Read more
Due to open in less than a month, there is now chimney work being done over at La Poutinerie, formerly the Refreshment Port, at EPCOT. Chimney Work It appears that the chimney is receiving similar stone work texturing as the kiosk’s pillars. As you can see above, there is still a plain tan-painted side of … Read more
An emergency call involving a car crash near the Cast parking behind EPCOT has occurred this afternoon, June 10. Vehicle Crash At 12:59 p.m., a call log indicated a crash with injuries reported at E. Buena Vista Drive and Chelonia Parkway. One of our reporters was out at the time and saw the crash scene … Read more
Disney has begun its refurbishment of a World Celebration reflecting pool by draining the water. River rocks have been moved and piled together in certain areas. World Celebration Reflecting Pool Drained The affected area is the body of water between the Imagination Pavilion and the Land Pavilion closest to CommuniCore Plaza. Water has been drained … Read more
Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie has some new and removed menu items, as well as price increases. The Croiss Oh La La is also a permanent menu item now. At this quick-service bakery, guests can sample traditional French pastries and other delicacies, as well as alcoholic beverages like champagne and beer. Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie First, four items … Read more
Now that we have an opening date and menu reveal, some construction walls have come down at La Poutinerie in EPCOT. They have been replaced with rolling planters. La Poutinerie Since closing January 12, EPCOT’s Refreshment Port has been steadily undergoing a refurbishment to become La Poutinerie, sponsored by Air Canada. Rock work appears to be complete … Read more
The opening date and menu have been revealed for La Poutinerie at EPCOT. Since closing January 12, EPCOT’s Refreshment Port has been steadily undergoing a refurbishment to become La Poutinerie, sponsored by Air Canada. La Poutinerie La Poutinerie, hosted by AirCanada, opens on July 1 at the Canada Pavilion in EPCOT. Guests will enjoy: The dining spot … Read more
The PLAY Pavilion flag at EPCOT’s entrance plaza has been removed from its spot among the other pavilion banners displayed in front of Spaceship Earth and has been replaced with a standard EPCOT logo flag. On February 21, 2019, Disney announced that the ongoing evolution of Epcot included plans for a PLAY Pavilion “that’ll be … Read more
As we reported a few days ago, solar-powered Disney trash cans and recycling bins are being installed around EPCOT. We took a trip around World Showcase to see how far the installations have gone. Further Bin Installations Just a few days ago, we saw these at the World Showcase entrance, Port of Entry, Disney Traders, … Read more
The American Adventure Pavilion in EPCOT has released a new t-shirt, just in time to wear for the 250th birthday of the United States. American Adventure T-Shirt – $36.99 The red t-shirt for adults has a small front design of Mickey in colonial garb playing a drum. Stars surround him. “The American Adventure” and “EPCOT … Read more
As we reported last week, stone work is being completed on the columns surrounding the former Refreshment Port kiosk at EPCOT. We also noticed that the roof has been touched up, eliminating the two-tone color we saw the other day. Signage was also removed Refreshment Port Work Since closing January 12, EPCOT’s Refreshment Port has been … Read more
New signage has been added to The Odyssey building in EPCOT, suggesting a new experience is coming soon. ‘Light Lounge at the Odyssey’ Signage Arrives During our June 4 visit to Walt Disney World, we noticed new signage on The Odyssey building, located in World Celebration at EPCOT. The side entrance into the building has … Read more
Over at Port of Entry in EPCOT, a set of curtains has been installed in one corner of the shop. According to Cast Members, it’s for the future Pandora charm counter. As of the time of writing, the shop is still open and fully operational. Curtain at Port of Entry A set of black curtains … Read more
Brand new solar-powered trash and recycling bins have debuted at EPCOT. The foot pedal at the bottom makes them more hygienic, although guests may be a bit confused about how to use them. New Trash and Recycling Bins We spotted the new bins around the entrance of the World Showcase, near Port of Entry, Disney … Read more
