Although it seemed that Cool Ship in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom was getting a new look with black legs, one of the legs has been painted back to silver. The other legs remain black and white for now, but will likely be repainted soon. The legs of the adjacent Cool Scanner were also painted a … Read more
Whether you’re getting ready for Disneyland’s next Dapper Day outing or just going to work, these new ties available at Downtown Disney District are perfect for any occasion. Pixar Tie – $44.99 This yellow tie is patterned with the classic Luxo ball from Pixar films. Tomorrowland Tie – $44.99 This light blue tie has icons … Read more
Tomorrowland’s Coca-Cola Cool Ship is receiving a fresh coat of paint ahead of Magic Kingdom’s 50th anniversary on October 1, 2021. Since we last checked in, a coat of blue paint has been added to the edge of the roof, covering words that used to be there. The legs of the adjacent Cool Scanner have … Read more
TRON fans eagerly awaiting a trip into the grid may be disappointed by today’s update on TRON Lightcycle / Run’s construction. After last week’s rapid progress, the removal of temporary supports from the canopy frame seems to have slowed. However, there was much afoot on the worksite today. It appears that more temporary supports have … Read more
After construction walls went up at the end of last month, we finally saw progress on the Coca-Cola Cool Ship and the Cool Scanner yesterday at the Magic Kingdom. Painting has continued with more sleek new updates to the Tomorrowland drink stand. The Coke bottle rocket atop the Cool Ship has received a fresh coat … Read more
Those who have paid a visit to the Magic Kingdom during the warmer months of the year should be familiar with Cool Ship and the adjacent Cool Scanner in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom. This kiosk, which sells drinks and snacks, has been closed for the past year as Magic Kingdom Park limits their food and … Read more
Hello from a downright chilly Magic Kingdom! We know we said we were looking forward to this break in the record heat we’ve been having here in Central Florida, but we would have been happy with something a little less extreme than the drop to the fifties that we got. Nevertheless, we bundled up and … Read more
TRON Lightcycle / Run is quickly racing to the finish line over at Magic Kingdom. Two days ago we reported that more temporary supports were being removed as the canopy started taking shape. This process has continued quickly. Now that the canopy frame is complete, the brown temporary support structure is no longer needed. Gaps … Read more
2020 was a rough year on all of us. Between the COVID-19 pandemic wreaking havoc on our lives, political unrest stirring last summer and many of our favorite vacation spots shuttering their doors, we all could use a bit of Disney magic. Even in 2021 we are still dealing with the aftermath of such a … Read more
Construction walls have been erected around the Cool Ship kiosk and adjacent Cool Scanner in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom. Cool Ship usually sells drinks and snacks during busy days but has been closed during the past year as Walt Disney World food and beverage locations operate at a limited capacity. The Cool Scanner let guests … Read more
With the new reopening date of April 3rd rapidly approaching, testing continues at the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover at the Magic Kingdom. Not only were ride vehicles cycling, but we clearly heard the attraction’s audio playing. The ride vehicles cycling this morning appeared unoccupied. There were a handful of cast members on the loading platform. … Read more
Though TRON Lightcycle / Run won’t be open in time for Magic Kingdom’s 50th anniversary, the attraction might at least be more pleasant to look at by October 1, 2021. Only some crossbeams remain before the framework of the coaster’s exterior canopy is complete. The final piece will complete two of the beams running from … Read more
Since it was announced in late February that the refurbishment of the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover at Magic Kingdom was extended until April, we haven’t seen the attraction moving very much. Today, Cast Members were pushing the train cars, which we’ve seen in the past. Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover closed on March 9, 2020, unrelated … Read more
The construction of the TRON Lightcycle / Run illuminated canopy has reached a milestone. Workers have placed an American flag at the canopy’s highest point. This “topping off” tradition signifies that vertical construction has reached its highest point. Despite this milestone, the canopy structure is still months away from reaching completion. The attraction, originally slated … Read more
The refurbishment of the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover at Magic Kingdom has been extended once again, now through April 3rd, 2021. The PeopleMover first closed in early March 2020, unrelated to the COVID-19 pandemic closure. We have witnessed extensive testing of the attraction in the past few months, but the refurbishment has been extended multiple … Read more
The Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover remains closed for an extended refurbishment at Magic Kingdom, but today we spotted a couple of Cast Members riding the attraction. The PeopleMover has been undergoing various tests, including crash testing, over the past few months. People riding the PeopleMover is a good sign that the nearly year-long refurbishment is … Read more