PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom and Disney Springs 4/30/2025 (Is Disney Reading This? Disney’s Grand Floridian Lobby and Big Thunder Mountain Update)

Split image: Left shows a crowded Magic Kingdom castle; right shows people near a fountain and “MAIN STREET” archway.

Howdy Hey! This morning I started my day in Disney’s Grand Floridian, where the lobby is currently under some serious refurbishments. I then went to Magic Kingdom where I started to get paranoid that someone from Magic Kingdom may be reading this. I ended my day in Disney Springs with some light shopping. Good Morning … Read more

Gaston Fountain Leak Repaired After 4 Months at Magic Kingdom

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Four months after we first noticed a leak in the Gaston fountain at Magic Kingdom, Disney has finally repaired the damage. Gaston Fountain at Magic Kingdom The fountain was not operating on Tuesday but had been repaired. The damage was on the rock in the center of the fountain’s basin. Statues of Gaston and LeFou … Read more

Giant Christmas Tree and More Decór Arrives at Magic Kingdom

The giant Christmas tree has been installed at Magic Kingdom, along with other decór for the holiday season. Town Square Peppermint sticks and toy soldiers line Town Square. Christmas Tree In the center is the giant Christmas tree, decked with gold for the 50th anniversary. It’s topped with a golden star. The tree is tethered … Read more

REVIEW: New 50th Anniversary Pluto Dome Cake at Magic Kingdom

As part of the newest batch of 50th anniversary treats, Gaston’s Tavern is now serving a Pluto Dome Cake. This has replaced the Goofy Dome Cake. Pluto Dome Cake – $8.29 Gluten-friendly Peanut Butter Mousse with a Chocolate Ganache Center on top of a Chocolate Flourless Cake This Pluto themed dome cake features chocolate ganache … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 7/15/21 (New S.E.A. Props Added to Jungle Cruise, 1994 Tomorrowland Gear Floor Almost Completely Removed, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Construction Progresses at Full Steam, and More)

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“Zip-a-dee-doo-dah, zip-a-dee-ay, My, oh, my, what a wonderful day,” and it certainly is! Join us on this bright, sunny day as we see what’s in store for us at Walt Disney World. Let’s jump right in.  This morning at the Magic Kingdom, we saw very large rope drop crowds.  We trekked over to Adventureland to … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 6/1/21 (Multiple Tribal Dancers Removed from Jungle Cruise, New Limited Release Pins, Physical Distancing Updates, and More)

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Good morning from a wonderful, sunny day at Magic Kingdom. We’d definitely say that “Plenty of sunshine is headin’ our way” as we enter June here at Walt Disney World. But the heat isn’t keeping us away, as we’ve found some interesting discoveries today while in the park. So lets hop right in! We started … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom & EPCOT 3/23/21 (Facial Recognition Park Entry Testing, “101 Dalmatians” Dress Shop Items, Third “Harmonious” Barge Installed, and More)

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Hello friends, and welcome to a beautiful day here at Walt Disney World! While the parks are still busy with vacationers, the majority of the local Spring Break crowds have gone home, which has left us a tiny bit more breathing room as we walk from attraction to attraction. We found some exciting things today, … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom & Disney’s Hollywood Studios 3/13/21 (New “Toy Story 4” Easter and Country Bear Jamboree MagicBands, Gaston’s Fountain Returns, Disneyland Crossover Ear Headband, “Kingdom of Cute” Water Bottles, and More)

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Welcome to the Magic Kingdom on the first Saturday of Spring Break season! It’s no secret that Park Passes are in short supply as we enter this historically busy time of year, so we’re expecting some pretty heavy crowds as the parks are booked to capacity every day for the next week. Let’s head in … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom & Disney’s Hollywood Studios 3/12/21 (Second 50th Anniversary Decor Piece Arrives, New “Secret Sauce” at Spring Roll Cart, New Paint Can Cake Dessert, and More)

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Hello from a picture-perfect day here at Walt Disney World. We started our day at the Magic Kingdom to see what new things we could find for you. Let’s get started! Starting out the day with a bang, we found a second piece of 50th Anniversary decor adorning Cinderella Castle. For more pictures and information, … Read more