Disney filed a patent for a “more aggressive” version of the Soarin’-style flying theater attraction, the Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular was confirmed to return to this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, and a new live show debuted at EPCOT — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Sunday, March 31, 2024. Walt Disney World … Read more
A patent filed by Disney shows how they plan to improve flying theater attractions like Soarin’ with a greater range of motion. New Soarin’ Patent Disney Imagineer Mark Sumner designed the original Soarin’ mechanism with an Erector Set. The new mechanism references Sumner’s original patent, aiming to improve upon the original design. The updated flying … Read more
Patrick Warburton, known to Disney fans for being the Chief Flight Attendant of Soarin’ and the voice of Kronk in “The Emperor’s New Groove,” recently surprised guests waiting to board Soarin’ Over California at Disney California Adventure. Patrick Warburton Visits Soarin’ Over California Disney shared a video and photos of Warburton appearing in person to … Read more
The limited-time run of Soarin’ Over California has ended at EPCOT and Soarin’ Around the World has returned. Soarin’ Around the World Returns Soarin’ Over California returned to EPCOT for the first time since its 2016 closure in September 2023, as part of the 100 Years of Wonder celebration. The California version stuck around into … Read more
The new Soarin’ Bicoastal Adventures pin is now available at Disneyland Resort after we first found it at Walt Disney World. This series of pins honors attractions that exist at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort, with the first being inspired by Space Mountain. Limited Edition Bicoastal Adventures Soarin’ Pin – $19.99 The pin … Read more
Widespread cellular outages impact guests at Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line changes their dining dress code for a popular restaurant, the CommuniCore Hall mural is being installed — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, February 22, 2024. Walt Disney World EPCOT Walt Disney World Resort Hotels New Merchandise Other Walt … Read more
The second pin in the Bicoastal Adventures series available at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort is inspired by Soarin’. This series celebrates attractions that exist on both coasts. The first Bicoastal Adventures pin was inspired by Space Mountain. Limited Edition Bicoastal Adventures Soarin’ Pin – $19.99 Like the Space Mountain pin, this one … Read more
Soarin’ Over California, which returned to EPCOT for a limited time during the 100 Years of Wonder celebration, will go away this month and Soarin’ Around the World will return. Soarin’ Over California End Date According to the Walt Disney World website, February 27 will be the last day to ride Soarin’ Over California. Soarin’ … Read more
A new refurbishment project has begun in Grizzly Peak at Disney California Adventure. Construction walls, scaffolding, and scrim are now up around Humphrey’s Service & Supplies and the nearby restrooms. Grizzly Peak Construction around Humphrey’s Service & Supplies Humphrey’s Service & Supplies and the restrooms are next to each other across from Soarin’ Around the … Read more
The Disney100 celebrations at EPCOT were slated to end on December 31, 2023, but many of the offerings are still available. Disney100 Decor In September of 2023, Disney100 decorations were added throughout the entrance area and World Celebration as part of the centennial offerings at EPCOT. The still-present decor includes character banners outside of the … Read more
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Tuesday, December 12, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more
In a video shared by TikTok user Theme Park Vibes, a Florida man and his group of guests were removed from the Soarin’ queue at EPCOT after they cut to the front of the line and proceeded to loudly shout expletives at other guests. Guests Removed After Cutting in Line and Shouting Expletives at EPCOT … Read more
In honor of the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company, Soarin’ Over California has returned to EPCOT for a limited time. This original version of the attraction, then just known as Soarin’, opened with Disney California Adventure on February 8, 2001. Soarin’ then came to The Land Pavilion of EPCOT in 2005, taking over … Read more
During today’s “EPCOT: Always in a State of Becoming” panel at Destination D23, it was announced that Soarin’ would be getting a “throwback” to celebrate Disney100. Soarin’ Over California Returns At EPCOT, Soarin’ Around the World will transition back to Soarin’ Over California on September 22, 2023, the same day other Disney100 celebrations will begin. … Read more
Good afternoon from a rainy EPCOT! Today we’re trying some new soda shop -style drinks, riding the Skyliner, and looking at a newly reopened shop so let’s get going! These look delicious! New Edna Mode Strawberry Belts are on the shelves near the registers inside Creations. Golly, this onesie set is cute! Sketches of Mickey … Read more
Soarin’ Around the World, the popular gliding simulation attraction at EPCOT, is testing the return of its long-removed single rider line. The attraction originally opened in 2005 offering a single rider option, but the line was removed shortly after due to a lack of guest interest. Guests approach the ride’s entrance from within The Land … Read more