Howdy! Today was especially magical in the Magic Kingdom. It was a beautiful day weather-wise. I found some new merchandise featuring Disney World original characters and a few construction updates throughout the park. The most exciting and magical moment was getting the opportunity to join the pilots of the Liberty Belle Riverboat. Good Morning from … Read more
Howdy! Today was a nice relaxing morning in the Magic Kingdom. There were tons of construction updates with Big Thunder Mountain and Lakeshore Lodge Resort, I found new chocolate bars with gorgeous wrapping, and more of my usual antics in the most magical place on earth. Good Morning from the Express Monorail Good Morning from … Read more
The refurbishment of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom Park continues with more track pieces being lowered, a new seating area, and another flying dumpster with a patriotic color scheme. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Construction The first major change by Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has taken place outside the main attraction, on the pathway … Read more
In a recent wave of additional updates to the Disneyland Railroad, the Mardi Gras props have been restored to their proper place and several effects have been repaired. Disneyland Railroad Repairs The Disneyland Railroad recently resumed regular operations after its second multi-month refurbishment earlier this year. On the first day of resumed rides, however, several … Read more
During our visit to Magic Kingdom today, we spotted the Roger E. Broggie train engine of the Walt Disney World Railroad testing near the Fantasyland Station at Storybook Circus. Roger E. Broggie Train Engine Testing We spotted the refurbished locomotive pulling into the Fantasyland Station earlier this afternoon. It arrived at the station later than … Read more
The Disneyland Railroad tested operation over the last few weeks with three trains, and today was open to guests with all three trains running for the first time in more than 10 months since the fire at the New Orleans Square Train Station. Disneyland Railroad Operating Three Trains As the sun was setting, we saw … Read more
The Walt Disney World Railroad at Magic Kingdom has finally reopened after four years. We have a POV video of the full loop, including the new route through a tunnel beneath TRON Lightcycle / Run, and audio of the new narration. Watch and listen below then read on for photos and details. The Walt Disney … Read more
After being closed for over four years due to the construction of TRON Lightcycle / Run, the Walt Disney World Railroad will finally reopen at Magic Kingdom during “this holiday season.” “The familiar whistle of its steam engine will be complemented by exciting new sounds and voices,” the team of Imagineers shared. “A new conductor … Read more
Eurostar will indefinitely suspend their direct Disneyland Paris train service from London St. Pancras International to Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy after June 5, 2023, Salon Mickey reports. Eurostar has suspended and resumed their Disneyland Paris service multiple times in the past few years. Other Eurostar routes connecting London to Disneyland Paris will still be available. This announcement comes … Read more
The Walt Disney World Railroad in Magic Kingdom has been closed for two years as of this week as construction of TRON Lightcycle / Run continues near the track. Construction walls and scrims have now gone up around the Main Street U.S.A. station. The construction walls are visible around the front of the station just … Read more
Getting from London to the magic of Disneyland Paris has gotten even easier. Eurostar has announced that direct train service has resumed to the resort from London St Pancras International with enhanced safety measures. All guests above the age of 11 are required to wear face masks at stations and on board trains, though they … Read more
Virgin Trains USA Brightline High-Speed Railway will soon provide a means of transportation from Miami to Orlando in 3 hours. It typically takes about 4 hours to drive between the two cities. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, construction on the railway has continued, with certain adjustments and precautions implemented. The line will include a Walt Disney World … Read more
As a Miami native who practically lives at Walt Disney World, any news about the upcoming Virgin Train expansion is enough to make me excited about even easier day trips to the parks. For Walt Disney World guests, it could mean a fun day trip to the beaches of West Palm Beach or Miami, and … Read more