Greetings from a relatively crowded Magic Kingdom! While we are early into our time with the “new normal” at Walt Disney World, each day presents some new changes and adjustments. Today is no different, with some exceptionally long lines and waits when compared with the last two weeks. We also found some new merchandise and … Read more
An auction at Van Eaton Galleries set for August 15 and 16 features over 1,000 artifacts from Disneyland and Walt Disney World history. And while rare props, signage, and other park-used items are treasured by many Disney collectors, an even more elusive item is up for bid. A Splash Mountain Pitch Book developed for McDonald’s … Read more
After being closed and drained yesterday and part of today, Splash Mountain has reopened to guests at the Magic Kingdom. Empty logs were sent out first as the ride prepared to reopen. With word getting out that the ride had reopened, guests passed by the closed Briar Patch shop. The ride has been popular since … Read more
With the announcement of Splash Mountain being rethemed to “Princess and the Frog” at both Disneyland Park and the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World, fans have been clamoring for a restaurant manned by Tiana herself in the parks as the perfect accompaniment to the new attraction. In an exclusive interview with People Magazine, the … Read more
There seems to be technical difficulties at the Laughin’ Place. Splash Mountain was temporarily closed today at the Magic Kingdom, the latest in a string of unexpected downtime for the attraction. The attraction broke down Sunday morning, and remained closed Monday. The attraction could be seen partially drained during our Magic Kingdom livestream on YouTube … Read more
For the first time in nearly four months, the Magic Kingdom is once again welcoming guests at Walt Disney World. Of course, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, major changes have been made to the park experience, including temperature screenings, mandatory face masks, social distancing, and more. If you’re planning a visit, or if you … Read more
Since the Magic Kingdom reopened, Splash Mountain merchandise has been flying off the shelves. (At least when the shelves have it!) Guests got another crack at select merchandise today, which was restocked this morning at Splashdown Photos. Cast members opened bags of Br’er Rabbit, Br’er Fox, and Br’er Bear plush to an eagerly awaiting crowd. … Read more
It may be hard to find Splash Mountain merchandise at the Magic Kingdom following the announcement that the attraction is closing, but thankfully, there’s still one thing that’s very much in stock: Pressed Pennies! Guests can find six different designs themed to Splash Mountain, along with two other Frontierland favorites. From Splash Mountain, guests can … Read more
Ever since it was announced that Splash Mountain would be receiving a re-theme to “Princess and the Frog”, any and all merchandise related to Splash Mountain has been flying off of the shelves around Walt Disney World Resort. Just like many other guests, we’ve been eager to head back to Splashdown Gifts at the exit of Splash Mountain to … Read more
“Well, now… I recollect there was this one time on Splash Mountain, where it was just one of those zip-a-dee-doo-dah days.” You can now make sure every day is a zip-a-dee-doo-dah day with this all-new Splash Mountain travel tumbler! This bright blue Splash Mountain tumbler features the text “I Make A Splash Wherever I Go” … Read more
Despite Splash Mountain at the Magic Kingdom going down yesterday, resulting in guests being evacuated off the attraction, it reopened to an extremely long line of guests today. Park-goers were visibly failing to keep a safe physical distance while waiting in the extended line. Many guests were eager to go and visit the Laughin’ Place … Read more
Are you heading for the Laughing Place? If so, you may need to leave a door sign outside your door letting everyone know you’re out. If that’s the case, we found a very special Splash Mountain themed door sign that should be perfect for you! One one side, there’s a drawing of Brer Rabbit lounging … Read more
Though its days (months?) may be numbered, Splash Mountain reopened at the Magic Kingdom today during cast member previews, to some of the longest waits throughout the entire park. Disney has announced that the ride will close at the Magic Kingdom and Disneyland to be re-themed to The Princess and the Frog, though no official … Read more
Following Disney’s announcement that Splash Mountain would be re-themed to The Princess and the Frog at the Magic Kingdom and Disneyland, guests at Walt Disney World have snapped up attraction merchandise before it’s gone, and the reopened Briar Patch store at the Magic Kingdom has proved to be no exception. Despite this being the first … Read more
Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from June 22-28 2020. Walt Disney World Parks The big park news this week was the … Read more
On June 25th, Disney announced that Splash Mountain in the Magic Kingdom and in Disneyland would be receiving a retheme to Princess and the Frog. Now, according to The Asahi Shimbun, Tokyo Disneyland is considering if their Splash Mountain should receive a retheme as well. In the article, it states: “Oriental Land Co., operator of … Read more