With Advance Dining Reservations open for dinner at ABC Commissary starting June 2nd, big preparations are underway for the restaurant. There’s a self-service beverage station that’s been under construction for a few weeks now, and with new Art Deco elements and furnishings to be added to the space for the new dinner seatings, it appears … Read more
Late last month, we brought you news that Mizner’s Lounge would be undergoing a lengthy refurbishment to be transformed into a Beauty and the Beast Library themed bar and lounge. April 5th, 2019 was the official last day of operation for Mizner’s, and today, we found the new, temporary bar in operation at the resort’s … Read more
The Red Car Trolley has officially closed for refurbishment in preparation for the Marvel Super Hero themed land coming to Disney California Adventure. The Red Car Trolley News Boys will continue making appearances throughout the day with a modified show in front of Carthay Circle. Red Car Trolley will return to transport guests through Buena Vista … Read more
Jambo! During a recent trip around Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we noticed a few new enhancements and offerings. Let’s take a look! Otter Exhibit The Otter Grotto (Presented by OtterBox) is still under construction. They are building some sort of housing for the otters, presumably as a place for them to go when the park is … Read more
Just last week, it was revealed that Mizner’s Lounge at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa would be closing for refurbishment come April 4th. Commander Porter’s, the menswear store adjacent to the lounge, would be closed for a lounge expansion. According to multiple sources, it appears the space will be re-themed to the live action … Read more
Kali River Rapids closed for its annual refurbishment period during the winter months back in January, but it’s back and ready to welcome (and soak) the eager Spring Break crowds at Disney’s Animal Kingdom park. It opened back up today without much fanfare, although wait times shot up to 40 minutes right upon opening, and unless … Read more
Time for lemonade and cracker jack, Casey Jr.’s back! For well over a year, Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station sat dejected in the Storybook Circus section of Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom, direly in need of a good cleaning, painting, and overall refurbishment. The water play area closed to guests from February 11th, 2019 to March … Read more
After a long day in the real world, it was time for a visit to the Magic Kingdom. It was a beautiful evening, and we have just enough time before sunset to get some good photos. We made our way over to see the animals in Storybook Circus. Casey Jr. Splash ‘n’ Soak is getting … Read more
While the Adventure may be temporarily closed, the adventures continue. https://twitter.com/disneylandtoday/status/1108471140995993601 Disneyland is offering a unique experience during the Indiana Jones Adventure’s refurbishment. Guided tours of the attraction’s queue will be available today and tomorrow (March 20th and 21st), from 12:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Cast Members will be waiting at the attraction’s entrance to … Read more
For fans of Mizner’s Lounge at Disney’s Grand Floridian resort, their favorite tucked-away nook/lounge will soon be closing… but thankfully, it’s for a refurbishment and expansion. Mizner’s Lounge last underwent a refurbishment back in 2012. Commander Porter’s, Grand Floridian’s menswear shop, will be closing on April 4th to make room for the expansion. Summer’s Lace, … Read more
Conservation Station lovers, the wait is over! Disney has announced that Rafiki’s Planet Watch will open back up this summer. While they had originally promised that it would open sometime during the spring, we’ll take what we can get. All elements of the area, including the Wildlife Express Train and the Affection Section will reopen … Read more
We decided to venture over to Animal Kingdom recently and take in the beautiful scenery. We picked an exciting day to be there, too, because we were able to catch the a showing of Bollywood Beats! Watching Bollywood Beats perform was really fantastic. They had amazing energy and engaged the crowd during the performance. The … Read more
Panchito’s, the main gift shop at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, has undergone an extensive refurbishment. The first phase of the redesign was finished back in October. Then we checked back in on it in November. However, the final details have been finished up and Panchito’s Gifts and sundries is finally finished. Let’s take a look! We … Read more
Ask any Star Tours fan and they’ll tell you that one of their favorite parts of Star Tours is the queue. Well, it appears that C-3PO is in need of some droid maintenance and is scheduled to be taken out for a quick refurbishment (tune up?) on February 17. While he won’t be in the … Read more
This tale as old as time is starting to look worse for wear. Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be closed for refurbishment from February 24th through March 9th. This Broadway-style show has been enchanting audiences since 1991.
After closing for refurbishment in early September of last year, Tangaroa Terrace has finally reopened at the Disneyland Resort. The name has changed to Tangaroa Terrace Tropical Bar & Grill and the inside has received a great refresh, but this restaurant still feels like that familiar place we all loved. It’s a perfect blend of old and … Read more
