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Leaked Concept Art & Details – “Disney Springs” Set to Replace WDW’s Downtown Disney

August 22, 2016March 3, 2013 Tom Corless

Since the cancellation of the Hyperion Wharf project for Downtown Disney some time ago, we have all been wondering what will be happening to what is now Pleasure Island. Well… we may not have to wonder any more… A few days ago, an unnamed source provided us with a PDF document referring to the overhaul … Read more

Jeff Lukas’ 4/15/12 Downtown Disney Photo Report

April 17, 2012 Tom Corless

WDWNT Reporter Jeff Lukas visited Downtown Disney on Sunday and has some newsworthy photos to share with us, so let’s take a look: They are pretty much rebuilding the entire top portion of the building Concept art of what it will look like when completed The conversion of this section to the Lava Lounge has … Read more

Hyperion Wharf Delayed, But Changes Still Happening

July 12, 2011 Tom Corless

From Thomas Smith on the Disney Parks Blog: In November, we shared plans to re-imagine Pleasure Island and bring other new and compelling experiences to life at Downtown Disney. Today, we’d like to update you on our progress. First, we’re excited that some of the new experiences we announced are already becoming favorites, like the newly expanded LEGO Imagination … Read more

Adam Roth’s 7/8/11 Downtown Disney Photo Report

July 11, 2011 Tom Corless

WDWNT Reporter Adam Roth visited Downtown Disney on Friday and has a few newsworthy photos to share with us from his trip:

The new Harley-Davidson store on the West Side is now open

Zach Larson’s 6/20/11 WDW Photo Report

February 5, 2024June 20, 2011 Tom Corless

WDWNT Reporter Zach Larson visited The Magic Kingdom and Downtown Disney earlier today and has a plethora of newsworthy photos to share with us from his trip:

NO MORE STAR TOURS! Thank you…

Adventurer’s Club & BET Soundstage Coming Down as Hyperion Wharf Goes Up

February 5, 2024June 11, 2011 Tom Corless

That’s right, the Adventurer’s Club and the BET Soundstage buildings are about to come down at the former Pleasure Island. But what will be replacing them? For now, just grass: “Seed & Mulch”, the same that can currently be found on the plots that were Rock ‘N’ Roll Beach Club and Motion. Now a new … Read more

Adam Roth’s 4/29/11 WDW Photo Report

February 5, 2024May 1, 2011 Tom Corless

Adam Roth visited both Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Downtown Disney on Friday and has plenty of newsworthy photos to share with us:

Welcome to Hollywood

Taylor Martina’s 2/25/11 WDW Photo Report

February 5, 2024February 26, 2011 Tom Corless

WDWNT Reporter Taylor Martina was roaming around Walt Disney World on Friday and lucky for us he had his camera with him to snap some newsworthy photos:

Yes, both legs of Spaceship Earth are back to normal for the first time in 12 years…

Zach Larson’s 1/15-1/18/11 WDW Photo Report

February 5, 2024January 24, 2011 Tom Corless

WDWNT Reporter Zach Larson roamed all over Walt Disney World last weekend and has a ton of newsworthy photos to share with us of all the latest happenings:

New clothing at Hollywood Studios features characters with clapboards

More Details on Hyperion Wharf

February 5, 2024November 18, 2010 Tom Corless

We have a few updates of the Hyperion Wharf project replacing Pleasure Island. First, a few new pieces of concept art floating around the web: As well, Orlando Attraction Magazine has gathered the following information: • More than 1,500 new restaurant seats will expand dining options by more than 25 percent. • The new design makes … Read more

Goodbye Pleasure Island, Hello Hyperion Wharf!

February 5, 2024November 18, 2010 Tom Corless

Huge announcement from the Disney Parks Blog today: How about that? New dining, shopping and entertainment experiences are in the works for Downtown Disneyand today we’re sharing a first look at what to expect in the future for the 120-acre complex. Look closely and you’ll see that Pleasure Island will evolve into a vibrant waterfront district called … Read more