Parts of National Geographic’s “EPCOT Becoming” documentary are being re-edited and released as a YouTube series featuring additional content. ‘EPCOT Becoming’ YouTube Series The “EPCOT Becoming: Inside the Transformation” documentary goes behind the scenes of the years-long EPCOT reimagining. It first aired in April and became available for streaming on Disney+ and Hulu on Friday, … Read more
Walt Disney Imagineering filed a new Notice of Commencement permit for the construction of Test Track 3.0 at EPCOT. Test Track Construction Permit The permit was filed on July 18, 2024. It contracts Jon Richards Company to “Install set elements” at 1440 Avenue of the Stars, the address of Test Track. Jon Richards Company, which … Read more
L’Artisan des Glaces at EPCOT has introduced a new lavender flavored cone option for guests to try with their ice cream scoops. Naturally, we had to try it for ourselves. L’Artisan des Glaces L’Artisan des Glaces is located in the back of the France Pavilion in World Showcase at EPCOT. The flavored cone option is … Read more
Walt Disney World has announced two new booths that will debut at the 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. New Food & Wine Festival Booths According to a Disney Rewards Insider newsletter, the new Global Marketplaces are Autumn Blaze and Harvest Table. Autumn Blaze will offer brined pork tenderloin with fennel slaw. Harvest Table’s … Read more
We recently stopped by Refreshment Outpost in World Showcase at EPCOT to try the new DOLE Whip Pineapple and Cherry Swirl. DOLE Whip Pineapple and Cherry Swirl – $6.75 This new DOLE whip was very refreshing, especially when enjoying it in the Florida heat. The cherry flavor was unique and we loved it for the … Read more
Construction walls went up at the Canada Pavilion at the end of June, and now, a white tarp has been spotted at Hotel du Canada, covering what appears to be an expansion. Hotel du Canada Construction An eight-month-long Hotel du Canada refurbishment was just completed in February, and already, the building is getting more work … Read more
Walt Disney World has released new Spirit Jerseys and other merchandise inspired by Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas”. The Nightmare Before Christmas Merchandise We found the new merchandise at either Creations Shop and Port of Entry at EPCOT or World of Disney at Disney Springs. Available items include Spirit Jerseys, a Loungefly ear headband, … Read more
Two fan-favorite pretzels have returned to Walt Disney World. We tried the jalapeño and cream cheese pretzels at The Odyssey in EPCOT. These snacks were previously available at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, but they have been absent from the parks for some time. Jalapeño Pretzel – $8.25 The pretzel’s outside is golden brown with toasted cheese … Read more
Work on the Mission: Space Mars sculpture continues, as more of the discolored orange paneling is removed and replaced with new red paneling. Mission: Space Mars Sculpture Refurbishment Three large rows of black paneling are now visible on the Mars Sculpture at the entrance of Mission: Space, as more of the old discolored orange paneling … Read more
Walt Disney World has a series of new merchandise items featuring Baby Groot from “Guardians of the Galaxy.” We found the whole collection at Treasures of Xandar in EPCOT. Treasures of Xandar is the exit gift shop for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, located in the World Discovery neighborhood. The Groot Loungefly backpack was … Read more
Global Marketplace booths have been installed all over EPCOT for the 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, which starts on August 29. Disney has not yet announced the full list of Global Marketplaces but confirmed the Belgium, Germany, The Alps, and Hawai’i booths will return with old favorites. World Discovery Outside Creations Shop is … Read more
Walt Disney World was testing slightly different security procedures at EPCOT on Friday morning. EPCOT Tests New Security Procedures The new procedures were in place at the eastern security plaza. Security by the bus stops was continuing as normal. At the eastern plaza, Disney sent guests using wheelchairs or strollers to the far left, closer … Read more
The latest collection in the Disney Eats collection has arrived at Walt Disney World, this time celebrating shaved ice. We found the items for sale in the Creations Shop at EPCOT and the Emporium at Magic Kingdom. Disney Eats Shaved Ice Spirit Jersey – $79.99 This collection is inspired by snow cones and shaved ice, … Read more
Walt Disney World Resort has announced that its Golden Oak community will be receiving an expansion in the form of a Four Seasons Private Residence neighborhood. Golden Oak Expansion Announced Located within the new Florian Park section of the community, this proposed enclave will feature nine attached boutique homes and 31 luxe residences in a … Read more
Monorail Blue returns from a minor refurbishment to its interior and exterior. While there are no major changes to the monorail since its last refurbishment in 2020, it is noticeably cleaner. The interior seats look like new, and are a darker gray than before. The exterior has received a deep-cleaning as well, and looks spotless. … Read more
The new Mickey Caramel Cookie Sandwich is now available at Karamell-Küche in the Germany Pavilion at EPCOT. Mickey Caramel Cookie Sandwich – $7.79 This cookie sandwich has some great flavors, but overall, it is too much of a sweet mess to give a glowing review. Though this new treat looks very similar to the classic … Read more