As the reimagining of the Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort lobby nears completion, crew members are working on some final refurbishment projects. Grand Floridian Lobby Construction Near the elevator bay on the second floor, there are some white curtains in front of a wall where crew members are working. Though these kinds of curtains usually block … Read more
The new traffic circle near Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has been paved, revealing its not-quite-circular shape. Photographer @bioreconstruct shared photos of construction taken from the sky. Floridian Way Traffic Circle Since our previous update, the traffic circle and connecting roads have been paved. The roundabout is mostly round, but is not a perfect … Read more
The Disney Vacation Club desk at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has reopened after a refurbishment. DVC Desk at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort The DVC desk closed in September, amid the ongoing reimagining of the resort’s lobby. It was temporarily relocated to a spot near Sandy Cove Gifts and Sundries. It moved back last … Read more
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Christmas tree has been installed in the resort lobby for the 2025 holiday season, along with other festive décor. Grand Floridian Christmas Tree The Christmas tree is nearly four stories tall. It’s in the center of the lobby, between The Perch and the elevator. The lobby’s grand piano has … Read more
Though the resort’s new lobby bar is open, work is still ongoing at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. A portion of the second floor of the lobby is currently closed for painting and construction continues at the Garden View Tea Room. Grand Floridian Resort Lobby Construction The center of the lobby was completed in … Read more
The Perch at the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has soft opened and we were among the first to try the lobby bar’s signature drinks. Here are our thoughts. While The Perch doesn’t officially open until November 10, the Grand Floridian lobby bar soft opened for guests today with its full menu available. Florida 75 … Read more
The Perch at the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, the birdcage-styled lobby bar, has soft opened. The official opening is Monday, November 10. The Perch at the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Inspired by the iconic birdcage that was previously in the lobby, The Perch features woodwork, stained glass, and brass accents with Victorian styling to … Read more
Holiday treats are arriving at Walt Disney World, beginning with the new Gingerbread Brownie and returning “Let It Snow” from Gasparilla Island Grill. Gasparilla Island Grill Holiday Food Gasparilla Island Grill is a quick-service restaurant at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. It’s open from 6 a.m. to midnight. Mobile order is available. These are … Read more
The new bar in the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort is officially opening next week, but it looks ready for a potential soft opening any day now. The Perch Bar We learned that the birdcage-inspired bar will be called The Perch and is scheduled to open on Monday, November 10. Crews have been putting … Read more
Disney announced when the refurbishment of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is expected to wrap up. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Construction Work on the resort is scheduled for completion in the middle of 2026. As part of the ongoing enhancements at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, refurbishment work will continue in select areas … Read more
A guest tries stealing ears at Walt Disney World, the Grand Floridian’s Garden View Lounge is reopening next year, and all the new holiday novelties coming to Disneyland — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, November 5, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney’s Animal Kingdom Walt Disney … Read more
Today, the menu for The Perch, the new birdcage lobby bar set to open at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, was released. Cocktails Wine Beer Non-Alcoholic Beverages The Perch at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will open November 10. The Perch is inspired by the iconic birdcage that was previously in the lobby … Read more
The Disney Parks account shared that the Grand Floridian’s Garden View Lounge will be reopening in early 2026 after a five year closure. This is also reflected on the Walt Disney World website. Garden View Lounge Reopening Early 2026 The Disney Parks X account shared the news: This is also reflected on the Walt Disney … Read more
Astro Fizz is no longer behind walls, a new joke and prop has debuted on the Jungle Cruise, and we got our first look at Zootopia: Better Zoogether!— all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, October 31, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s Animal Kingdom Walt Disney World Resort Hotels … Read more
We finally have our first look at the flooring and shelves of the Birdcage Bar at Disney’s Grand Floridian. Flooring Revealed The protective layer covering the floor of the Birdcage Bar has been removed, revealing a white, black, and gray Herringbone pattern. A portion of the construction site remains covered, but the Herringbone pattern extends … Read more
Christmas tree trucks dominate Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party merch and the Magic Kingdom Haunted Mansion standby queue gets extended — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, October 29, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney Springs Walt Disney World Resort Hotels New Merchandise Disneyland Resort Disneyland Park … Read more