We reported that new construction walls have been erected near Spaceship Earth at EPCOT. On our trip to the park yesterday, we noticed that there is new signage directing guests to Test Track, Mission: Space, the EPCOT Experience, and MouseGear on the walls. Those who have visited the park in recent months will be very … Read more
2020 was a rough year on all of us. Between the COVID-19 pandemic wreaking havoc on our lives, political unrest stirring last summer and many of our favorite vacation spots shuttering their doors, we all could use a bit of Disney magic. Even in 2021 we are still dealing with the aftermath of such a … Read more
As the “EARidescent” turrets and roofing of Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom are repainted back to blue, it seems some of the Fantasyland roofing is getting the same treatment. This roof and turret of the newer Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique was painted royal blue to match the refurbishment of Cinderella Castle over a year ago. Whether … Read more
After a nearly three-month long refurbishment, Kali River Rapids has reopened in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The annual refurbishment was originally scheduled through February 19, before being extended to April 2 (it’s still listed as closed on the Walt Disney World website). Work must have completed early however, as the ride was open today, March 29. … Read more
Send in the clowns! Painting has begun at Casey Jr.’s Splash ‘N’ Soak Station at the Magic Kingdom as the park continues to prepare for its 50th birthday. The bold colors of the repainted clown car on the left contrast with the worn cars on the right. The front of the world famous clowns’ car … Read more
Yesterday, the Main Street Confectionery and The Chapeau had their final day of operations before closing for a months-long refurbishment in preparation for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary “World’s Most Magical Celebration”. While the lights outside the Main Street Confectionery remain on, the shop itself is now shuttered for the refurbishment. According to Disney, the … Read more
With The Confectionery now closed for a few months to be remodeled and expanded into The Chapeau, guests shopping on Main Street U.S.A. at the Magic Kingdom can get their candy fix at the Main Street Cinema. Despite what the sign says, it’s a candy shop now. Formerly an Art of Disney location, the shop … Read more
A couple of days ago, we reported that metal grating and heating elements were installed on Cinderella Castle Stage amidst its refurbishment at Magic Kingdom. Today, it seems that the addition of heating elements is complete on stage-right. Of course, during this refurbishment, temporary shrubs, fencing, and scrims are used to conceal the work being … Read more
Earlier this year, Disney confirmed that guest rooms at the Contemporary Resort were officially being refurbished, though they did not divulge any details. This refurbishment was scheduled to occur from April 2021 until September 2021, limiting capacity at the resort. It seems, however, that refurbishment has begun ahead of schedule. A room in the main … Read more
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort will soon have a brand new Monorail station and porte-cochere, thanks to an extensive refurbishment. Columns for the Monorail station have been erected and prepped to receive platforms — which bases for have been installed since our last check-in. A platform base has been installed along the sides of the Monorail … Read more
Following the announcement of its upcoming refurbishment on March 27th, it seems that The Chapeau is beginning to set up shop temporarily inside of Box Office Gifts. As it will be an extended refurbishment, Box Office Gifts will be housing to a temporary spot to find headwear accessories at the Magic Kingdom. Of course, guests … Read more
While taking our first stroll through Disney California Adventure in a year, we noticed two buildings are in the middle of being refurbished. Both Cocina Cucamonga and The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Undersea Adventure are surrounded by scaffolding. The facade of Cocina Cucamonga is hidden. A blue strip of cloth hangs across the front and brown … Read more
Hong Kong Disneyland has been opened for nearly a month now after reopening three times due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. However, attractions still need to undergo maintenance, inspection, and routine refurbishment. Thanks to Disney Magical Kingdom Blog on Twitter, we now know that two attractions that are temporarily closed are Big Grizzly Mountain Runaway … Read more
Disney’s Art of Animation resort reopened back in November after being closed for over seven months last year. We reported back in February that the giant character pages in front of the resort were under refurbishment. Today, the giant sketch pages are restored while the jellyfish over at the Big Blue Pool are receiving a … Read more
Peter Pan’s Flight is undergoing an exterior refresh just in time for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary this fall. We have been monitoring the progress closely, and while we still don’t know when the exterior facade of the attraction will be complete, themed scrims have officially taken over, to make the refurbishment less of a … Read more
Work has been moving steadily to reimagine the entrances of Walt Disney World ahead of its 50th anniversary, with the focus now on the World Drive entrance and the mouse that started it all. The repainting to the new royal blue and stone gray color scheme has come a long way in a short time. … Read more