PHOTOS, VIDEO: Mickey’s of Hollywood Reopens with New Look and New Logo After Massive Overhaul at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Mickey’s of Hollywood, one of the oldest storefronts at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, was shuttered back in May as yet another historic piece of Disney’s Hollywood Studios was closed for refurbishment. Today, the store officially reopened after its massive overhaul, with the reopening slightly behind schedule. Mickey’s of Hollywood was always regarded as the “Emporium” of … Read more

PHOTOS: Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover Support Beams Under Refurbishment at the Magic Kingdom

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The Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover is a personal favorite of mine, as well as a fan favorite for many passholders and guests, if you couldn’t tell from the increased wait times. (Back in my day, it used to be a constant walk-on!) Well, due to its increased popularity, it seems they’ve added it to the … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Keystone Clothiers Reopens Packed Full of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Merchandise After Refurbishment at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Closed since March 1, Keystone Clothiers at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has made its triumphant return. Just in time for the Galaxy’s Edge crowds, Hollywood Boulevard finally has some much-needed retail space back as Mickey’s of Hollywood will not reopen until September 16. The store will offer a variety of merchandise from inside Galaxy’s Edge as … Read more

PHOTOS: Resort Airline Check-In Area Currently Under Refurbishment at Disney’s Pop Century Resort

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If you’re staying as a resort guest at Disney’s Pop Century in the near future, and you plan on using Disney’s Resort Airline Check-in service, you may want to be aware of some ongoing refurbishments. On the right-hand side of the lobby, you’ll see that the hallway that is normally home to the Resort Airline … Read more

PHOTOS: Final Phase of Lobby Floor Replacement Project Now Underway at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

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Work began back at the end of April to replace the aging, “pixelated”-style floor in the lobby of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. The project has been progressing in phases throughout the summer, and it looks like they’re right on track for their early September completion goal! The renovation comes ahead of the opening of Disney … Read more

Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress at the Magic Kingdom Slated for Updates Following Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary

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There’s a great, big, beautiful tomorrow, shining at the end of every day! And tomorrow’s just a refurb away. With all this talk about updates and refurbishments for Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary, one can’t help but think of the classics who are in need of the most help. Enter Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress, … Read more

Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort to Undergo Brief Refurbishment in 2020

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Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort will undergo a brief refurbishment in early 2020. The dinner show will not be available January 21 through January 25, 2020, for the refurbishment of the show’s venue, Luau Cove. Reservations for the dinner show will resume on January 28, 2020, as shows only occur … Read more

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Jungle Cruise to Undergo Extensive Refurbishments in 2020 at the Magic Kingdom

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So maybe The Rock was right after all. Things are gearing up at the Magic Kingdom for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary on October 1st, 2021, and it seems Cinderella Castle pathways and Tomorrowland aren’t the only things getting some much-needed updates and TLC. Over in Adventureland and Frontierland, refurbishments will be taking place as … Read more

PHOTO: Disney Reveals Concept Art For New, Redesigned Tri-Circle-D Ranch, Opening Spring 2020 at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

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Disney has announced that at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, the equine residents of both the Pony Farm and Tri-Circle-D Ranch are set to receive a beautiful new barn. Imagineers have redesigned the Tri-Circle-D Ranch, which will offer a modern stable and updated outdoor spaces and facilities for “The Happiest Horses on Earth.” The … Read more

PHOTOS: Disney Builds Test Rooms for PIXAR’s “The Incredibles” Overlay of Disney’s Contemporary Resort Hotel

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They said it was ludicrous. Inconceivable! The Incredibles? At Disney’s Contemporary Resort? I mean, when we ran the news of a “The Incredibles”-themed steakhouse taking over The Wave… of American Flavors restaurant at the resort, even we thought it was a stretch… However, if you ask Elastigirl, she’d say anything is possible. It’s no secret … Read more

Astro Orbiter Unplanned Refurbishment Extended Through September 19 at the Magic Kingdom

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The unplanned refurbishment of Magic Kingdom’s Astro Orbiter has been extended through September 19, 2019. Originally closed in mid July, the issues plaguing the attraction seem to be more serious than previously thought. Astro Orbiter was originally scheduled to reopen today, but that obviously did not happen. Much like Primeval Whirl at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, … Read more

Red Car Trolley Refurbishment Extended Through 2020 at Disney California Adventure

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The beloved Red Car Trolley at Disney California Adventure has extended its refurbishment by almost a full year. Originally slated to open at the beginning of 2020, the refurbishment calendar states the trolley will not reopen in 2020. On Disneyland.com, the website states the following: Beginning April 1, 2019, Red Car Trolley will be closed … Read more

PHOTOS: Winged Encounters – The Kingdom Takes Flight Bird Show Area Currently Under Refurbishment at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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If you’re planning on taking some prime photos of the Tree of Life, or looking to catch the fan-favorite Winged Encounters – The Kingdom Takes Flight bird show in its usual spot, it appears your photos, and your experience, will be temporarily marred by the appearance of construction walls. Construction walls are now up, wrapping … Read more

PHOTOS: Red Car Trolley Station on Buena Vista Street Under Refurbishment at Disney California Adventure

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So far, 2019 has been a rough year for Red Car Trolley fans at Disney California Adventure. First, the Trolley closed in April for refurbishment related to the new Marvel Superhero Land expansion. Then the Red Car Trolley News Boys performed their last show in July. And now the Red Car Trolley Station on Buena … Read more

Reopening Dates Set for Remodeled Hollywood and Sunset Boulevard Stores at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Preparations are well underway at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for the impending opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and the massive influx of guests that will be (or… should be, at least) entering the park come August 29th. Just today, the newly expanded security checkpoint and revamped entrance area fully opened to guests, and in the … Read more

Twilight Zone Tower of Terror Refurbishment Quietly Wrapping Up at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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As you may know, The Twilight Zone (no, not X-Files) Tower of Terror at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been undergoing a refurbishment for the past few months. Instead of closing down the entire attraction, Disney opted to approach the refurb in phases, although that still meant reducing the ride’s capacity over the span of a few … Read more