Six months after we reported extensive filth buildup on the exterior of TRON Lightcycle / Run in Magic Kingdom, the attraction has finally been cleaned. TRON Lightcycle Run Cleaned A dark brown, almost black substance previously covered sections of the ride’s canopy supports. The substance may have been dirt or mold. It was mostly growing … Read more
A new decorative section of pavement has been revealed in the Tiana’s Bayou Adventure queue under construction at Magic Kingdom. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Queue Where the queue sidewalk curves under and in front of the Frontierland train station, a circle of gray cobblestones has been uncovered. A lily flower matching the decoration on the nearby … Read more
Signs for a Tinker Bell meet and greet have been removed from Town Square Theater, years after the character stopped meeting guests there. Tinker Bell Meet and Greet Signs Removed The outdoor sign advertising for a Tinker Bell meet and greet has been replaced with a second sign for Mickey Mouse. Guests used to have … Read more
The new “Smellephants on Parade” interactive experience has made its debut in Storybook Circus at Magic Kingdom. Smellephants on Parade Smellephants on Parade is a “search and sniff” activity in Storybook Circus where guests can become a “Whiff-sistant” to Timothy Q. Mouse to find all eight Smellephant statues hidden in Storybook Circus. Sponsored by Scentsy, … Read more
The first merchandise honoring the 90th birthday of Donald Duck has arrived at Walt Disney World Resort. We found an ornament in Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe and a puzzle in Star Traders at Magic Kingdom. Donald Duck 90th Birthday Ornament – $26.99 The tag of the ornament is blue with white lines inspired by Donald’s … Read more
Crews have started to refresh the painted sun mural around the entrance to the “Tangled”-inspired women’s restroom in Magic Kingdom. “Tangled” Restrooms The restrooms are located in Fantasyland, next to Peter Pan’s Flight and “it’s a small world.” A swirling pink and purple mural features floral elements and golden suns. It curves around the entrance … Read more
Crews have removed all the scaffolding from the mountainous salt mine façade of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Salt Mine At one point, scaffolding covered nearly all of the attraction’s façade. More recently, it remained around the mill on the left and on ridges on the sides of the mountain. There’s … Read more
Disney announces the steaming date for the new “EPCOT Becoming” documentary, Patina Restaurant Group employees at Disney Springs to unionize, and the first trailer for “Mufasa: The Lion King” — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, April 29, 2024. Daily Recap for 4/29/2024 Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney Springs … Read more
A new Tomorrowland ear headband has made its way to Walt Disney World. Tomorrowland Ear Headband – $34.99 We found this Tomorrowland ear headband at Star Traders in Magic Kingdom. The theme is a retrofuturistic style with shades of blues and oranges. It coordinates with the Tomorrowland collection and the Tomorrowland Loungefly mini backpack we’ve … Read more
Another elephant statue has been installed in Magic Kingdom for the Smellephants on Parade activity, this time, themed to churros. Churro-Themed Smellephants on Parade Statue The churro elephant statue can be found near the exit of the Walt Disney World Railroad in Storybook Circus. It stands atop a yellow base, just like the other elephants … Read more
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure has been updated with a crop of new additions to the queue and attraction. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Update Starting off with the Tiana’s Foods main entrance, the windows have gotten new green shutters. They have a worn effect that matches the rest of the repurposed barn. To the left of the barn, … Read more
A new Tomorrowland T-shirt and pair of socks have joined the retro merchandise collection available at Walt Disney World. Previously released items include Tomorrowland apparel and a Loungefly mini backpack Tomorrowland T-Shirt – $29.99 The tee is orange with Tomorrowland art in blue on the chest. Featured Tomorrowland attractions include Space Mountain and Astro Orbiter. … Read more
Walt Disney World has some new tech accessories. At the Emporium in Magic Kingdom, we found two “it’s a small world” AirPods cases and a new Walt Disney World phone case. Purple “it’s a small world” AirPods Case – $19.99 The AirPods Pro cases are both horizontal with black carabiner clips. The purple case features … Read more
Country Bear Vacation Jamboree returning to Tokyo Disneyland, Disney’s Hollywood Studios celebrating 35 years with an in-park ceremony, and the debut of Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration! parade — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, April 24, 2024. Daily Recap for 4/24/24 Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s Hollywood Studios … Read more
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure has seen a number of new installations in Magic Kingdom, including a welcome banner, doors, and lighting. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Construction Update At the yellow barn that acts as the entrance to Tiana’s Foods, the left side entrance has seen a few updates since being covered with white wood paneling. This entryway … Read more
Although we previously reported that the Jungle Cruise dock refurbishment seemed complete, construction walls are back in the queue of the Magic Kingdom attraction as more boards are replaced. Jungle Cruise Refurbishment Black scrim is behind the walls but we can easily see over and into the construction sites. The old wooden boards of the … Read more