With Disneyland Paris closed “until further notice,” cast members were set to be paid through April 19th, but it seems the company is trying to cut costs by trying to stop paying some cast members sooner. According to Le Monde‘s Guy Dutheil, resort management has attempted to pressure and threaten temporary workers with blacklisting in … Read more
As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic keeps the Disney Parks closed, we’re creating a list of films and television shows on Disney+ that we feel remind us of the parks we love, and today, we’re taking a cinematic tour through EPCOT! What is it about EPCOT that makes it so special? Is it the fact that … Read more
After the new “Ratatouille” sign was installed recently at EPCOT’s France expansion, we took a look at some of the other work happening at the site. Painting of the exterior of La Creperie de Paris is almost completed after construction scrim came down. More Facades further down have also been revealed, with windows and frames … Read more
Work on the France pavilion expansion inside EPCOT is beginning to show signs of reaching the finish line. Today, we swung by to see the latest happenings inside the land. The new entrance archway continues to sport a blank sign, but work around the area continues. Workers on a lift were putting the finishing touches … Read more
In the shadows of the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, work is progressing all over the France Pavilion in the lead-up to the grand opening of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure later this summer. We saw the entrance arch installed just a couple days ago, and on our Disney Skyliner jaunt this morning, we saw even … Read more
In all of our coverage of the 2020 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, we noticed a small change that makes a big difference. You may remember this park map from our coverage of the new maps and Festival Passport: Let’s look a little closer: And closer: That’s right, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and the France … Read more
Work inside the France Pavilion’s expansion at EPCOT continues to add new decorative details by the day. Today, we stopped by to see the latest progress. Outside of La Creperie de Paris, scaffolding is coming down to reveal the exterior of the new restaurant. Nearby, cast members were seen on site taking a tour of … Read more
Good morning from a frigid EPCOT! Let’s take a run around the countries… This morning, we took part in the annual RunDisney Princess 5k run. Despite the cold temperatures and constant rain, it is always a treat to see EPCOT early in the morning before the crowds arrive. In Canada, cast members cheered runners on … Read more
As the much anticipated expansion of the France pavilion in EPCOT continues to churn forward, more items were added to the site today. Across from La Creperie de Paris, more decorative cobblestone sidewalk border has been added. Work on the restrooms is nearly complete, with just one section of roofing remaining to be finished. Over … Read more
Little town, it’s a quiet village… especially when the power’s out. This morning, the France Pavilion at EPCOT seems to be returning to its provincial roots no thanks to a pavilion-wide power outage, which has rendered its main attraction closed for the opening of World Showcase. Currently, the Palais du Cinema is not welcoming guests … Read more
Feeling lucky? Saint Patrick’s Day is just around the corner. Entertainment offerings have been announced for the special day, which takes place on Tuesday, March 17 at Disneyland Paris. The unique offerings will include a live band in Town Square at Disneyland Park, a stage show featuring tap dancers along with Mickey and Minnie in … Read more
Work on the France pavilion’s expansion at EPCOT continues. Today, we stopped by to check out the latest progress at the site. Near the entrance to the pavilion’s expanded area, more decorative window shutters were prepped for installation. Roofing work continues across from Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. Meanwhile, decorative elements were added to the base of … Read more
Work on France’s expansion continues to add new themed elements this week. Today, we noticed several interesting additions to the area. Where yesterday was located just wires not stands beautiful themed light fixtures on the walls near the restrooms. Over towards the Ratatouille fountain, the second layer to the water feature has been added, albeit … Read more
Work in EPCOT’s France pavilion rages on, with several notable changes happening overnight. Work on the outside landscaping facing the Friendship Boats dock continues to move along, with more foliage being planted. Over near the walkway that before the restrooms, we also saw workers installing wiring for lighting details as well as railing pieces along … Read more
Work on the ongoing expansion of the France Pavilion in EPCOT continues. Arriving at the site, roofing beams are being added to the large queue structure for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. Over at the restrooms, window decorations are being added. Work on the entrance pathway to the expanded area continues as well. Over in front of … Read more
Good morning from a frigid EPCOT. An overnight cold front dropped temperatures in Central Florida, so we wrapped up in a jacket and headed to the parks. Crowds as the park opened were light, but that would soon change. Entering the park, we noticed that this Coke machine had been busted underneath the Monorail station. … Read more