Crews have started outlining a new foundation for Cool Ship (or whatever will replace it) in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom. Cool Ship Construction Site Crews have placed some small strips of wood in the dirt area that was formerly Cool Ship. Short pieces of rebar stick out of the ground around the new frame. There’s … Read more
Crews have replaced more pavement between Fantasyland and Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom. Tomorrowland Concrete Work Since our last construction update in May, more fresh pavement has been laid outside Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe. Work began outside the Fairytale Garden in February. There’s an awkward diagonal strip of new black concrete cutting through the old faded … Read more
Shanghai Disney Resort opened nine years ago this month and is celebrating the anniversary with new experiences. Shanghai Disney Resort 9th Anniversary On June 16, the exact anniversary, a ceremony will be held in front of the Storytellers Statue in Shanghai Disneyland. Tinker Bell will make her Shanghai Disneyland debut, making wishes and dreams take … Read more
For a limited time, guests can save a chunk of change on the TRON Identity Program souvenir in Magic Kingdom. Limited Time Discount on TRON Identity Program The TRON Identity Program offering can be found in Tomorrowland Launch Depot at Magic Kingdom. According to the official Walt Disney World Resort website, guests can purchase their … Read more
Cool Ship in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom has been completely removed, and is currently replaced with holes of dirt and mud due to some recent rain. Cool Ship Construction Just days ago, Cool Ship had become “cool dirt” as crews had torn up most of the pavement in the area. At that time, shrubs and flowers … Read more
Astro Orbiter in Magic Kingdom appears to have been completely reconstructed following an intensive refurbishment. Astro Orbiter Refurbishment After closing in January, Astro Orbiter was dismantled and removed from Tomorrowland for refurbishment work off-site. In the past few weeks, elements of the ride have returned, including the decorative planets. During the ride’s reconstruction, there was … Read more
Cool Ship has become cool dirt in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom. With the kiosk removed, crews have torn up most of the pavement in the area. Cool Ship Construction When we checked on the Tomorrowland construction a week ago, only a circle of pavement was gone from where the kiosk had been. Now, almost all … Read more
Walt Disney Imagineering filed a permit for the impending overhaul of Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Overhaul The permit is for “electrical work” and contracts Central Florida’s Elite A/V System Inc. The address on the permit is 1305 Monorail Way, approximately corresponding to the Buzz Lightyear’s Space … Read more
The new Disneyland 70th Celebration collectible medallions have arrived at the park as a part of the anniversary festivities. Disneyland 70 Collectible Medallions We found the first set of new medallions at the Tomorrowland machine near the exit of Space Mountain. The banner at the top of the machine has already been decorated with yellow … Read more
More planets have returned to orbit in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom as Astro Orbiter is reconstructed. Astro Orbiter Astro Orbiter closed in January for a months-long refurbishment. The ride was dismantled for work off-site. In the past few weeks, crews have reinstalled pieces of the ride, including its central spire. Last week, the large orange … Read more
Howdy! Today was a very confusing weather day; one second it was sunny, and the next, it was a downpour. Luckily, the Magic Kingdom doesn’t let the rain ruin the day. Today was filled with construction updates, new Pride merchandise, and making the most of the rainy weather. Good Morning from Disney’s Grand Floridian It … Read more
Crews have been replacing the pavement between Tomorrowland and Fantasyland for the past several weeks. Construction walls came down from the most recent phase of work close to Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe. Tomorrowland Pavement Work The pavement replacement project has been ongoing on the sidewalk that acts as a border between the two Magic Kingdom … Read more
The foundation of Cool Ship at Magic Kingdom has been completely torn out of the ground during an extensive refurbishment of the area. The Cool Ship kiosk itself was dismantled and removed from Tomorrowland last week. Cool Ship Refurbishment A large circle of concrete is gone where the kiosk used to be, leaving dirt exposed. … Read more
As part of Cool Kid Summer offerings, two DJ dance parties are taking place at Magic Kingdom this summer. In Storybook Circus, guests can join Pluto for a Big Top Bash. In Tomorrowland, Stitch is leading the Galactic Blast. Big Top Bash with Pluto Before even reaching the Big Top Bash, guests may encounter a … Read more
The planets surrounding the Astro Orbiter in Magic Kingdom have all returned to their usual positions as the refurbishment of the attraction nears completion. Astro Orbiter Planets Return The Astro Orbiter in Tomorrowland has been undergoing a lengthy refurbishment process that saw the entire ride structure dismantled earlier this year. Since the crane returned to … Read more
Cool Ship, the quick service kiosk located in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom, has been completely dismantled behind construction walls, with the kiosk now completely gone. Cool Ship Kiosk Dismantled in Tomorrowland We first noticed that Cool Ship was entirely gone from its usual location on Friday, May 23. Construction walls went up around the kiosk … Read more