Disney California Adventure Animation Building Adds ‘Moana,’ ‘Coco,’ ‘Encanto,’ and More Recent Movies to Lobby Loop

Large animated screens display Encanto scenes above a crowd at Animation Academy in a lively indoor setting.

The lobby of the Animation Building in Disney California Adventure has an updated audio/video loop featuring newer movies like “Moana,” “Soul,” and “Coco.” Animation Building Lobby Loop Updated The Animation Building is home to Animation Academy, Sorcerer’s Workshop, Turtle Talk with Crush, and the Anna and Elsa meet and greet. While guests wait to enter … Read more

Anika Noni Rose ‘Disappointed’ by Tiana Series Cancellation, Hopes Fans Tune In To ‘Princess and the Frog’ Special

A woman in a floral dress leans on a wooden railing in front of a yellow wall adorned with framed photos.

Anika Noni Rose, the voice behind Princess Tiana, has released a statement about Disney cancelling the “Tiana” Disney+ series. Anika Noni Rose Comments on ‘Tiana’ Cancellation “I too am deeply disappointed that the continuation of Tiana’s journey in series form has been cut short,” Rose wrote in an Instagram post. “The series was a long … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Living With the Land Decorated With Moana, Princess and the Frog, & Tangled Displays for 2025 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

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The greenhouses of Living With the Land feature new seasonal displays inspired by Disney films for the 2025 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. Living With the Land Flower & Garden Festival Displays Soon after their boat enters the first greenhouse, guests will see Moana’s outrigger canoe on the sand. Her distinct boat is marked … Read more

‘Tiana’ Disney+ Series Canceled, New ‘Princess and the Frog’ Special Planned

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Disney has scrapped their “Tiana” Disney+ series but is working on a separate short-form “The Princess and the Frog” special. ‘Tiana’ Series Canceled According to The Hollywood Reporter, Disney canceled the “Tiana” series as well as an unrelated, unannounced feature-length project that would have gone straight to Disney+. Disney announced the “Tiana” series during their … Read more

Ray and Evangeline Stars Added to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Walt Disney World

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Walt Disney Imagineering has revealed via an Instagram post that some “extra magic” has been added to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom, with the addition of prominent stars in the sky for Ray and Evangeline. Towards the end of the attraction, just past the finale scene, a miniature cityscape of New Orleans rests beneath … Read more

The Top 3 Things to do at Disneyland’s New Bayou Country

The "Bayou Country" sign, recently revealed at Disneyland, features charming animal figures like a pelican, raccoon, bear, rabbit, turtle, and frog set against a mystical backdrop of trees and mist.

This post contains sponsored content from Be Our Guest Vacations. Help support WDWNT by using the links in this article to book your next resort stay with our sponsors, Be Our Guest Vacations. With the imminent opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland Park, Critter Country will soon be reimagined as the new “Bayou Country.” The land … Read more

Scene-by-Scene Comparison of Disneyland’s Splash Mountain vs. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

A scene showing playful shadows on the left and a cheerful animatronic character wearing a chef hat and sunglasses on the right, reminiscent of Tiana's Bayou Adventure, captures an enchanting vibe.

We were among the first guests to experience the new Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland Park during Magic Key previews this month. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure replaces Splash Mountain, which permanently closed in May 2023. We’re breaking down how the Disneyland version of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure compares to the former Splash Mountain. Like Splash Mountain, Tiana’s … Read more

‘Tiana’s Bayou Adventure’ Little Golden Book Now Available at Magic Kingdom

A hand holds a "Tiana's Bayou Adventure" Little Golden Book with the entrance sign of the "Tiana's Bayou Adventure" attraction in the background. Trees and blue sky complete the scene.

The “Tiana’s Bayou Adventure” Little Golden Book announced earlier this year is now available to purchase at Walt Disney World. We picked up the book in Tiana’s Bayou Adventure gift shop Critter Co-Op at Magic Kingdom. “Tiana’s Bayou Adventure” Little Golden Book – $5.99 Here is the official description of the book. Join Disney Princess … Read more

New Mickey Beignet Loungefly & Tervis Tumblers at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort

Left image: Blue and gold Disney-themed backpack with "Beignet All Day" text. Right image: Clear travel tumbler with "Scat Cat's Live Jazz" logo and decorative jazz-themed design.

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter has a new Mickey beignet Loungefly backpack, as well as two new Tervis tumblers inspired by Scat Cat’s Club and “The Princess and the Frog.” These are available in Jackson Square Gifts & Desires. Mickey Beignet Loungefly Mini Backpack – $88 The Mickey beignet Loungefly backpack is blue with … Read more

REVIEW: Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Is As Good As Splash Mountain at Magic Kingdom

A man in a print shirt stands next to the text "Tom's Honest Review of Tiana's Bayou Adventure" with a themed park background, featuring a decorative bayou-themed animal.

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom has held several previews before its grand opening on June 28. WDWNT’s Tom (and Eric) had the chance to ride it three times and now bring their honest review. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Honest Review First things first: this is an honest review. We’re on the Disney media list but … Read more

New ‘The Princess and the Frog’ Bus Wrap Debuts at Walt Disney World

A green bus wrap features a colorful mural with animated characters in various scenes, including a woman in a red dress and a man in a yellow shirt. A blue sky and clouds are in the background, along with elements inspired by The Princess and the Frog.

Just in time for the media preview of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom, a new bus wrap featuring characters from “The Princess and the Frog” has debuted at Walt Disney World Resort. The Princess and the Frog Bus Wrap The bus features Princess Tiana, Prince Naveen, Louis, Charlotte La Bouff, Naveen’s parents, and Tiana’s … Read more