More Excavation Underway at Journey of Water Inspired by ‘Moana’ at EPCOT

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We don’t know how far we’ll go, but we do know how far along construction is on Journey of Water Inspired by “Moana” at EPCOT. When we last checked in, we noticed some excavation going on near a group of concrete structures. The excavator has moved out of this area, leaving behind some interconnected trenches. … Read more

Walt Disney Imagineering Files Permit for Journey of Water, Inspired by ‘Moana’ at EPCOT

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Walt Disney Imagineering has filed a new permit for Journey of Water, inspired by “Moana,” which is currently under construction at EPCOT. The permit is for the installation of supports for set structures. The contractor listed is Adena Lakeland LLC, a general construction contractor who also worked on Slinky Dog Dash, Alien Swirling Saucers, and … Read more

PHOTOS: More Concrete Installed on Journey of Water Inspired by ‘Moana’ Structures in EPCOT

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It’s another lovely day at EPCOT, which means another lovely day of looking at construction. Let’s see how Journey of Water, inspired by “Moana,” has progressed in the World Nature neighborhood of the park. There are several construction projects going on in this area, including work on the exterior of Connections Café and Eatery as … Read more

PHOTOS: Concrete Structures Take Shape at Journey of Water Inspired by ‘Moana’ in EPCOT

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Journey of Water, a new walkthrough attraction inspired by “Moana,” is being constructed in the center of EPCOT. We’re slowly watching structures appear on the construction site, which we can see from the Monorail. Journey of Water will be part of the World Nature neighborhood. It’s being constructed on the old site of Innoventions West. … Read more

PHOTOS: More Piles of Dirt at Journey of Water Inspired by ‘Moana’ in EPCOT

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We’re still likely a long time away from the opening of Journey of Water, inspired by “Moana,” but structures of the walkthrough attraction are taking shape at EPCOT. A concrete wall cuts through some of the dirt land, with smaller concrete bases around it. A trench is a few feet in front of the wall. … Read more

PHOTOS: New ‘Moana’ Maui and ‘Big Hero 6’ Baymax Hooded Spirit Jerseys Available at Disneyland Resort

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New hooded Spirit Jerseys inspired by “Moana” and “Big Hero 6” have arrived at Disneyland Resort. Maui Hooded Spirit Jersey – $79.99 We found this hoodie in the Dress Shop at Downtown Disney District. It features the tattoo version of Maui on the front. The sleeves also have patterns reminiscent of Maui’s tattoos. The back reads … Read more

PHOTOS: New Ultimate Princess Celebration Series Wishables Debut at Walt Disney World

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It’s the first Wishables Wednesday of 2022, and it looks like this year is starting out with a royal flair! The Ultimate Princess Celebration Series Wishables have made their debut at Walt Disney World, featuring beloved Disney Princesses from across the studio’s animation history. Ultimate Princess Celebration Series Wishables Plush Mystery Bag — $14.99 The … Read more

REVIEW: New Motunui Island Twist Debuts at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park

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At Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon’s reopening today, we tried the new Motunui Island Twist now available at the Snack Shack. Motunui Island Twist – $5.29 DOLE Whip, Lime Soft-serve We were surprised first by its taste, hitting us with some unexpected sourness! The menu says it’s lime DOLE Whip, but to us, it was quite sour. … Read more

PHOTOS: New Baymax and Maui Hooded Spirit Jerseys Now Available at Disney Springs

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Make way, make way for these two new hooded Spirit Jerseys at World of Disney in Disney Springs. One features Baymax from “Big Hero 6” and the other is Maui-inspired from “Moana.” Baymax Hooded Spirit Jersey – $79.99 You can take Baymax, your own personal healthcare companion, wherever you go with this new hooded Spirit … Read more

PHOTOS: New Weighted ‘Moana’ Pua Plush Available at Disneyland Resort

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A new weighted plush — designed to help those with anxiety, autism, and other conditions — is now available at Disneyland Resort. We found this weighted Pua at World of Disney in Downtown Disney District. Weighted Pua Plush – $39.99 Pua is one of Moana’s animal companions. The back of the plush has a velcro opening … Read more

PHOTOS: Walls Take Shape at Journey of Water Inspired by ‘Moana’ in EPCOT

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More and more structures are taking shape at the site of Journey of Water inspired by “Moana” in EPCOT. This new walkthrough attraction will be part of the World Nature neighborhood. Walls are creating a circular shape in one section of the excavated dirt. The structures will probably act as bases for mountainous façades instead … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Continues on Structures for Journey of Water Inspired by ‘Moana’ at EPCOT

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Though still a long way off from opening, Journey of Water is starting to resemble more than piles of dirt in the World Nature neighborhood of EPCOT. In our last construction update, we noted that some pathways seem to be coming together. Short concrete pillars are in place where future structures may go. The structure … Read more

PHOTOS: Concrete Supports Installed at ‘Moana’ Journey of Water in EPCOT

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There has been significantly more visible construction at Journey of Water in EPCOT in recent weeks. The new walkthrough attraction is inspired by “Moana” and will be part of the World Nature neighborhood. A new structure is taking shape in one of the excavated areas, with a concrete base and wood supports. More concrete supports … Read more

PHOTOS: New Minnie Mouse and Disney Princess Jewelry Sparkles at Magic Kingdom

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Walt Disney World has new jewelry inspired by Minnie Mouse and some of the Disney Princesses. We found all of this jewelry in Sir Mickey’s at Magic Kingdom. Most items are labeled as sterling silver. Minnie Head Hoop Earrings – $39.99 Minnie Head Stud Earrings – $39.99 Minnie Head Necklace – $39.99 Minnie Pearl Earrings and … Read more

BREAKING: ‘Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade’ Coming to Magic Kingdom in 2022

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At Destination D23 today, it was announced that a new “Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade” will be making its debut at Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World next year. Just this morning at Destination D23, it was announced that the fan-favorite Festival of Fantasy Parade will be making its return to Magic Kingdom next year. Now … Read more

New Sequence Featuring Moana, Aladdin, and Frozen Coming to Fantasmic! in 2022 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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The return of Fantasmic! to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 2022 was announced at Destination D23 earlier today, and now we have learned that the nighttime show will also receive a new sequence. Details for the new segment weren’t given, but it seems it will feature Moana, Aladdin, and Frozen as they are featured in the … Read more