Disney held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Tropical Americas land replacing DinoLand, U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Tropical Americas Groundbreaking The groundbreaking ceremony was on January 17, 2025, with Imagineers and executives using shovels to break into the dirt of the former Dino-Rama. (via WDWMagic) After months of permits, the first phase of DinoLand … Read more
The Chester and Hester’s Dino-Rama area of DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom closed permanently on January 12. Overnight, construction walls were erected around the area as demolition is set to soon begin. Construction Walls Divide DinoLand U.S.A. The Dino-Rama area of DinoLand was themed to a carnival-style roadside attraction and included Chester & Hester’s … Read more
South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) has requested additional information about Disney’s permit for the Tropical Americas land in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Tropical Americas Construction The project, dubbed “Project Ro” in the permits, will replace DinoLand U.S.A. with Pueblo Esperanza. Disney’s permit covered “infrastructure modifications to support the re-theming,” including details regarding stormwater management. In … Read more
Walt Disney Imagineering has filed a new permit for Pueblo Esperanza, the Tropical Americas expansion coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This new filing includes a site demolition plan. New Permit Filed for Tropical Americas Expansion Filed with the South Florida Water Management District, this new permit largely goes over “infrastructure modifications to support the re-theming” … Read more
Marley the American crocodile, who used to be housed in DinoLand U.S.A., has been removed from his former habitat as Disney’s Animal Kingdom begins preparations for Pueblo Esperanza. Marley the American Crocodile Removed From DinoLand U.S.A. On Monday, September 30, we snapped this picture of Marley chilling in the shade at his habitat in DinoLand … Read more
Following the Disney Experiences Showcase on Saturday night, a model of Pueblo Esperanza is now on display at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. The new Tropical Americas land will replace DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Pueblo Esperanza Model The model reflects the previously released Tropical Americas land concept art, also displayed. Disney announced … Read more
Disney has revealed the first animal that will be featured on the carousel in Pueblo Esperanza, a new Tropical Americas land in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Pueblo Esperanza Carousel The wood-carved sculpture of Kevin from “Up” was displayed with concept art of the carousel at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. The carousel will feature several … Read more
During the Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, Chairman Josh D’Amaro confirmed the opening year for the Tropical Americas land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, including its “Indiana Jones” and “Encanto” attractions. ‘Indiana Jones’ and ‘Encanto’ Attractions Opening Year The land, dubbed Pueblo Esperanza, and its two signature attractions will officially … Read more
Pueblo Esperanza, which means “Village of Hope,” is the name of the new Tropical Americas area coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Pueblo Esperanza Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro announced the name and details during Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. The 11-acre section of the park will replace DinoLand U.S.A., … Read more
Disney’s first major attraction based on “Encanto” will be part of the Tropical Americas land in Disney’s Animal Kingdom replacing DinoLand U.S.A. ‘Encanto’ Ride at Animal Kingdom The attraction’s façade will be inspired by the Casita from the film. Guests will arrive on the day Antonio receives his magical gift — talking to animals. Guests will … Read more