The sign has been missing from this facade of a building for nearly a year, though the reason for its removal is still unclear upon its restoration. Universal Restores Metropolis Tribune Signage The Metropolis Tribune building, a large Art Deco teal structure in the New York area, just past Race Through New York Starring Jimmy … Read more
Refurbishment work is moving along at a steady pace on the Jurassic Park-themed water ride at Islands of Adventure. Refurbishment Underway on Jurassic Park River Adventure In January this year, Jurassic Park River Adventure at Islands of Adventure closed for a nearly year-long refurbishment period. The nature of the work on the ride, including any … Read more
Construction walls have enveloped the porte cochère of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa as the refurbishment begins. Disney previously shared that construction at Grand Floridian Resort & Spa would continue through early 2027. Port Cochère Refurbishment The entrance area, which also houses the monorail station on the second floor, is now partially enclosed by … Read more
Yachtsman Steakhouse at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort will soon close for refurbishment as part of overall maintenance at the resort. Yachtsman Steakhouse The Disney World website shows that there are no reservations available for the restaurant beginning on May 11. While the official calendar does not go out that far, the dining reservation calendar does. … Read more
Ch-ch-changes keep on rolling for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Last week, we saw flame outlines appear on the coaster’s upside-down car, which were quickly filled in with red paint. Then, yesterday, we saw that yellow was added to the mix, and now some groovy orange has joined the color scheme. Rock … Read more
Walt Disney World has announced that Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort rooms will begin a multi-month refurbishment starting this year. All-Star Movies Refurbishment Starting in May 2026 and likely lasting through January 2027, rooms at All-Star Movies will be refurbished. At this time, we do not know specifically which buildings will be affected and when. Additionally, … Read more
A variety of new shirts themed to the various lands and series featured at Universal’s Epic Universe are now available at CityWalk’s Epic Universe Preview Center. New T-Shirts Arrive at Epic Universe Preview Center While Universal’s Epic Universe approaches the one year annivesary of operation, the Preview Center at Universal’s CityWalk remains open, offering guests … Read more
Does anyone else detect a pattern of Orlando theme parks removing pink this year? Similar to Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom, where the pink sections are turning to their classic gray, the ticketing buildings at Universal Studios Florida have changed from pink to white. Repaint for the Ticketing Area at Universal Studios On a … Read more
On a recent visit to Disneyland Resort, we spotted some new paint and texture work underway on the classic attraction. Painting and Sanding Underway on the Jungle Cruise Following the closure of Jungle Cruise for refurbishment work last month, we’re starting to see some outward-facing updates on elements of the ride’s queue. In recent weeks … Read more
Despite progress being made on the attraction, which has been closed for well over a year, an amended permit has hinted towards a later opening of the Wildest Ride in the Wilderness. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Permit Amendment The amendment states the permit has been extended through August 31, 2026, where it was originally set … Read more
During our recent EPCOT trip, we noticed a sign in Connections Eatery is damaged and the ribbons on the ceiling of The Land pavilion are looking particularly dirty. Connections Eatery Sign This sign is held in a black frame. On the back, there are several white marks from guests scuffing the frame or otherwise damaging … Read more
Our reporter noticed work being finished on the pavement near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad ahead of its scheduled spring reopening. The Magic Kingdom ride has been closed since January 2025 for a major refurbishment. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Refurbishment Our reporter spotted multiple construction workers at work on the attraction’s entrance, as they also did … Read more
After over a month concealed behind construction walls, Galactic Grill’s seating area and Tomorrowland Terrace are fully open to guests again. Galactic Grill Seating Area Refurbished Nothing about the space appears to have changed, except for an overall refurbishment and cleanup. All the tables and chairs that were previously set up against the construction walls … Read more
Main Street, U.S.A., is now fully concealed by scrim in Disneyland Park, stretching from Carnation Café to Refreshment Corner. Construction walls also block the windows. Main Street, U.S.A. Scrim The beige scrim walls start at Carnation Café, where the scaffolding surrounds the entire corner facade of the restaurant. The scrim is tall enough that it … Read more
Grizzly River Run’s ongoing refurbishment continues apace at Disney California Adventure, as new elements have been painted and installed. New Logs Installed We’ve already seen signs of paintwork on the ride’s exterior, but we got to see several of the new logs, which act as ride barriers, inside the ride receiving fresh coats of paint. … Read more
While Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin is undergoing refurbishment, portions of the ride are not available to see. However, the flying saucer, which was previously covered, is now visible from the PeopleMover. Flying Saucer Visible from the PeopleMover Normally, the tarp obscures enough so as not to reveal too much of the work being done … Read more
