In our last report, we noted that the majority of planets and the rocket ship vehicles had been removed from Astro Orbiter amid its months-long refurbishment. Additional pieces of the ride’s structure have now been removed. The top portion of the ride’s structure is now missing. This includes the antenna-like spire and centered yellow planet … Read more
The award-winning Napa Rose is taking its dining experience to the next level with an exquisite new look that celebrates Craftsman design with an eye toward modern Californian luxury and approachability. Napa Rose Restaurant Remodel The restaurant will have a rustic elegance and will be a tapestry of California’s storied history of wine and wine making, … Read more
The Hall of Presidents has now closed at Magic Kingdom to prepare for the Donald Trump Audio-Animatronic to be added back to center stage. Hall of Presidents Closed for Trump Update The attraction is currently roped off with blue velvet stanchion rope blocking the entrance rather than construction walls. In addition to the ropes, an … Read more
Construction walls have been erected at the Main Street U.S.A. Station in Magic Kingdom. Construction Walls Up at Main Street U.S.A. Station Construction walls currently surround the center stairs at the top and bottom of the station. This is likely due to regular refurbishment as crews have been painting around the Main Street hub by … Read more
While running a little behind some of the other Disney Parks, the Mickey’s PhilharMagic attraction in Hong Kong Disneyland is finally getting a digital upgrade and the new “Coco” scene. Mickey’s PhilharMagic in Hong Kong Disneyland A recent story shared on the Hong Kong Disneyland official Instagram account shared a look at this amazingly-themed construction … Read more
Howdy! Today is Pin Tuesday and there are some awesome Disney pins that were released, a few of the bars in EPCOT World Showcase are under refurbishment, and more fun around EPCOT. Good Morning from EPCOT OH MY GOODNESS! Y’all I am a fully southern woman and as such I am not built to be … Read more
The Wildest Ride in the Wilderness will have to wait, as Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has officially closed for a yearlong refurbishment at Magic Kingdom. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Closed for Refurbishment After taking its final lap around the mountain for a long while, we stopped by on Monday, January 6 to find that construction … Read more
The World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort has reopened after a significant refurbishment. The food court’s layout remains the same but the movie theater theming has been updated. Refurbished World Premiere Food Court Lampposts were removed from the entrance area of World Premiere Food Court, opening the space up a bit more. … Read more
A post on the official Universal Studios Japan X account (previously Twitter) has announced the reopening date for Jurassic Park: The Ride. Reopening Date Announced Jurassic Park: The Ride has officially been announced to reopen on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. As we previously reported, Jurassic Park: The Ride has been closed since September 4, 2023 … Read more
The Swiss Family Treehouse at Magic Kingdom has partially reopened following its one-month-long refurbishment, after not making its initial reopening date last week. Swiss Family Treehouse Partially Reopens The treehouse still has significant scaffolding and scrim surrounding the exterior. The bridge walking over to the treehouse is open once again. Some sections remain behind scrim … Read more
Howdy! It’s another day in the Magic Kingdom, but with all the fog you could barely see it! I found lots of fun merchandise, saw a lot of construction and refurbishment work, and of course, rode the Monorail a few times. Foggy Start This morning, the fog was certainly aggressive. The ferryboats didn’t open at … Read more
The Hall of Presidents at Magic Kingdom is scheduled to close in late January, likely to update the show following the inauguration of Donald Trump. Hall of Presidents Update Scheduled Though a closure notice has not been posted on the Walt Disney World website, the calendar lists no hours for The Hall of Presidents beginning … Read more
The Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom will close for a months-long refurbishment in the first half of 2025. Astro Orbiter Refurbishment The Tomorrowland ride will be closed beginning on January 13, 2025. Disney plans for Astro Orbiter to reopen in the summer of 2025. January 13 is also the day half of DinoLand U.S.A. will … Read more
The Cinderella statue found outside World of Disney in Disney Springs has finally returned after its refurbishment. Cinderella Statue Returns to World of Disney Entrance As we previously reported on October 24, the Cinderella statue that normally stands near one of the World of Disney entrances had been removed, likely for a touch-up and some … Read more
The Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros will close for refurbishment in January 2025. Gran Fiesta Tour Closing For Refurbishment The last day of operations for the boat ride at EPCOT will be Sunday, January 5. On Monday, January 6, the ride will close. Walt Disney World confirmed that the ride will remain closed … Read more
On our recent visit to the Downtown Disney District, we noticed new Disney attraction inspired posters at the LEGO Store. LEGO Store Mock Attraction Posters The LEGO store has put its own twist on classic Disney attraction posters. Displayed in the store windows, guests can view posters of iconic Disney attractions with LEGO-style inspiration, including … Read more
