With the closure of the Frontierland station and the Walt Disney World Railroad operating in shuttle mode, we decided to take a last look at the full loop around Magic Kingdom prior to the extended construction. Walt Disney World Railroad Full Loop We began our journey at the Main Street, U.S.A. station. From here, the … Read more
Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom closed permanently to make way for a “Cars” expansion to Frontierland. Take a final look at the details of the island, which opened on May 20, 1973. Tom Sawyer Island Map Tom Sawyer Island was actually a pair of islands in the center of Rivers of America. The main … Read more
Following the closure of the Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom, the Walt Disney World Railroad has begun its “shuttle mode” operations due to the upcoming expansion of Frontierland. Walt Disney World Railroad Now in “Shuttle Mode” The updated operations for the railroad debuted on Monday, July 7, following the permanent closure of the Rivers … Read more
Disney has announced that alongside Disneyland, the Walt Disney World version of “it’s a small world” will also debut new finale scene lyrics this month. Walt Disney World to Add New Finale Scene Lyrics to “it’s a small world” It’s a Small World Last Verse Last Verse of It’s a Small World Lyrics Listen to … Read more
In addition to updating the map for Magic Kingdom on My Disney Experience, Walt Disney World has also released a new guidemap for the park that no longer features the recently shuttered Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island, and the Liberty Square Riverboat. New Magic Kingdom Guidemap The cover of the map features a young … Read more
The Liberty Square Riverboat made its final journey on Sunday, July 6, 2025, and WDWNT was onboard for the last trip around the Rivers of America. The Riverboat departed around 8:40 p.m. as the sun set over Magic Kingdom. Cast Members gathered to say their goodbyes on the docks. The Liberty Belle was not the … Read more
Rivers of America Closure Rivers of America Closure Liberty Square Riverboat Final Journey Rivers of America Closure Disney World Watch the Final Voyage of the Liberty Square Riverboat The Liberty Square Riverboat, along with Tom Sawyer Island and the Rivers of America, has closed permanently at the Magic Kingdom. Liberty Square Riverboat Final Journey The … Read more
Tom Sawyer Island has now permanently closed at the Magic Kingdom. The last raft of guests departed to the island around 7 p.m., the posted closing time, and returned to the shores of Frontierland around 7:42 p.m. on Sunday, July 6, 2025. Pictured above is the final raft of guests crossing the river and then … Read more
A few new jewelry items, including some by designer Rebecca Hook, have arrived at Magic Kingdom. We found the new pieces at Uptown Jewelers in Magic Kingdom. Rebecca Hook Necklace – $175 The first of the new Rebecca Hook collection items is a silver chain necklace ending in a toggle clasp. Dangling from the clasp is a … Read more
Cast Members are now preparing for the final night of operation for the Liberty Square Riverboat by handing out wristbands to guests. Liberty Square Riverboat Wristbands While they were not available at park open, Cast Members at Magic Kingdom have started handing out wristbands to guests who want to be on the last ever journey … Read more
An update to the My Disney Experience app is letting guests know that today, July 6, is the last day to experience both the Liberty Square Riverboat and Tom Sawyer Island before they permanently close. Editor’s Note: Since originally writing this article, Cast Members in Magic Kingdom have now begun handing out wristbands to guests … Read more
A new collection of Mickey & Friends Pandora charms is now available at Walt Disney World. Uptown Jewelers is located on Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom. We spotted an A-frame sign outside the shop advertising the six new charms. Pandora Mickey and Friends Charms – $65 each The collection includes “openwork silhouette” charms of … Read more
“Disney’s Celebrate America! – A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky” has returned to light up the night at Magic Kingdom for Independence Day 2025. The park also has DJs set up for the festivities. Magic Kingdom 4th of July DJs One DJ takes the Cinderella Castle forecourt stage. The rain didn’t keep the … Read more
New figurines inspired by King Arthur Carrousel, Autopia, and Storybook Land Canal Boats are available at Magic Kingdom, despite the attractions all existing at Disneyland Park and not in Florida. Autopia is the Disneyland version of Tomorrowland Speedway, while King Arthur Carrousel is equivalent to Prince Charming Regal Carrousel. There is no version of Storybook … Read more
Howdy! It’s that stormy time of year here at Walt Disney World. Before the sky turned, I was able to find a few new pins; there was new jewelry in Uptown Jewelers, and I found a few more magical finds along the way. Good Morning from the Resort Monorail On my way into Magic Kingdom … Read more
Yo ho! A new Pirates of the Caribbean-themed water bottle and tumbler are now available in the Plaza del Sol Caribe Bazaar at Magic Kingdom. Pirates of the Caribbean Bottle – $24.99 It appears the Pig Pen Pirate has kicked Captain Jack Sparrow out of the treasure room on this new water bottle. The character … Read more