The Landing Archives

PHOTOS: Get an Aerial View of Disney Springs, Typhoon Lagoon, and Blizzard Beach During the Extended Parks Closure

May 16, 2020

As Walt Disney World remains closed for the longest period in the resort’s history, aerial photographers have been able to capture just what the Most Magical Place on Earth looks like without guests. Thanks to pilot Jonathan Michael Salazar on Facebook (also @ColombianPilot on Instagram), we’re able to share these photos of Disney Springs just days before it reopens to … Read more

Hepatitis A Case Found At Morimoto Asia In Disney Springs

November 23, 2018November 22, 2018

According to WFTV Channel 9, a local Orlando news station, a food service worker at Morimoto Asia has been identified has having a Hepatitis A infection. The case has been reported to the Florida Department of Health. The Department of Health believes anyone who dined at this location from November 6th to November 16th could … Read more

REVIEW: Terralina Crafted Italian Brings Great Cocktails, Desserts, and ABSOLUTELY Nothing Else to Disney Springs

November 21, 2018July 6, 2018

Terralina Crafted Italian is a brand new table service restaurant at Disney Springs. This location is a refurbished version of the old Portobello, next to Paddlefish restaurant. After an extended refurbishment, Terralina opened up on June 27, 2018, and invited guests into the establishment. We ventured over to Disney Springs on the opening night to … Read more

Master Sommelier-Led Wine Bar George Set to Open this Spring at Disney Springs

July 14, 2018February 1, 2018

Disney Springs will be adding another table service dining location this spring with the expected opening of Wine Bar George. Once open, the establishment will be the only Master Sommelier-led wine bar in the entire state of Florida. Named for highly regarded Master Sommelier George Miliotes, the location will feature a wine list with more … Read more

Three New Italian Eateries Announced for Disney Springs, Walt Disney World

November 9, 2018October 30, 2017

Three new eateries for The Landing at Disney Springs were announced this morning by Orlando dining columnist Scott Joseph on his blog. The new venues are Maria & Enzo’s, an Italian trattoria; Enzo’s Hideaway, a speakeasy; and Pizza Ponte, a fast-casual concept. All three are being developed by the Patina Restaurant Group and will be … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 10/26/17 (DisneyQuest Demolition, The Edison, Wine Bar George, New Merchandise, ETC.)

October 26, 2017

Our latest photo report brings us to Disney Springs to see what’s new and exciting (or demolished) since our last visit. Demolishing DisneyQuest The demolition of DisneyQuest is moving rapidly in preparation for the NBA Experience. It appears the building was thoroughly emptied before the demolition began. By the time you read this, most … Read more

REVIEW: The $8 Artisan S’mores from The Ganachery at Disney Springs are Life Changing

July 13, 2018August 18, 2017

So, $8 seems like a lot of money for a s’mores, considering the average creation of a single serving of graham cracker, marshmallow, and chocolate probably would cost you less than $1 as a consumer. However, I don’t think you’ll be making s’mores quite like The Ganachery at Disney Springs… A relatively new offering, the … Read more

Brian Carey’s 2/17/15 Disney Springs/Downtown Disney Photo Report

December 2, 2017February 17, 2015

One of our newest WDWNT reporters, Brian Carey, brings us his very first report today, taking a look that all that is new at Disney Springs/Downtown Disney: The decorative panels on the outside of parking structure have started going up What’s New? signs can now be found, helping guests find the newer additions Sound Lion … Read more

BREAKING: New Shops Confirmed for Disney Springs at Walt Disney World

January 21, 2015

The first new shops coming to Disney Springs at Walt Disney World, specifically in The Landing later this year, have been formally announced by Disney: APEX by Sunglass Hut – offering the latest in sports and activewear sunglasses. Havaianas – specializing in a wide array of flip-flops, including a station where Guests can create their own flip-flops. Art … Read more

“STK Steakhouse Orlando” Coming to The Landing in Disney Springs

August 22, 2016December 17, 2014

NEW YORK, NY – Dec. 17, 2014 — The ONE Group Hospitality, Inc. (“The ONE Group”) (OTCQB:STKS), known for developing upscale, high-energy restaurants, today announced plans to open a STK in Disney Springs at the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. STK Orlando is expected to open in The Landing at Disney … Read more

Tom Corless’ 11/17/14 WDW Photo Report (Disney Springs, Hollywood Studios, New Phone Cases, Big Hero 6, ETC.)

November 18, 2014November 17, 2014

I recently visited Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Downtown Disney and I have a great deal of newsworthy photos to share, so let’s take a look at what’s new and exciting: The dancing ornaments are back at Hollywood Studios! There are two limited edition pins for the Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights this year, no passholder … Read more

More Details & Concept Art Leaks for Downtown Disney’s Conversion to Disney Springs

March 18, 2015November 11, 2014

Well, here we go again. You may remember when we “leaked” the original concept art and plans for Disney Springs in early 2013, but even with a formal announcement following that, Disney has remained very quiet through many stages of the construction process on this overhaul of Downtown Disney. Today, we have uncovered some recently … Read more

Dirk Wallen’s 11/3/14 WDW Photo Report (Walls Down at Disney Springs, New Concept Art, Big Hero 6, Christmas Merch, ETC)

March 4, 2019November 3, 2014

WDWNT Reporter Dirk Wallen visited Disney Springs, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, and Epcot this week and he has a ton of newsworthy photos to share with us in this HUGE photo report, so let’s get started: Plenty of roadwork still to be done for Disney Springs A new piece of elevated track is rising … Read more

Dirk Wallen’s 10/10/14 Disney Springs/Downtown Disney Photo Report (The Landing, EPCOT Center, Food Truck Park, ETC.)

October 10, 2014

WDWNT Reporter Dirk Wallen visited Downtown Disney (Disney Springs as it will be known soon) yesterday and has some great newsworthy photos to share with us from his trip: The large waterfront building in The Landing is coming along nicely It was supposed to open Summer, but Food Truck Park still isn’t finished The concept … Read more

6/16/14 Walt Disney World Photo Report (Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Animal Kingdom, Disney Springs)

March 4, 2019June 16, 2014

In an effort to best keep you updated with what is going on at Walt Disney World, we will be providing a comprehensive photo report every Monday. Should we attend anything of note during the week, we will of course continue to post videos and smaller photo reports on other weekdays, but Monday will offer … Read more