Club runDisney announced in an email to members that they are changing the dates of membership next year. Club runDisney Update The Club runDisney membership program gives runners access to special perks and rewards for one year. It’s available at three different levels — Silver Membership ($279), Gold Membership ($613), and Platinum Membership ($959). Beginning in … Read more
Earlier this month, we reported that a guest was spotted in the Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom after falling or jumping from a Tom Sawyer Raft. We have since spoken to the individual, who asked to be referred to here as Storm, to get the full story. Guest with Disabilities Recounts Incident at Rivers … Read more
DreamWorks Land is scheduled to open this year at Universal Studios Florida, so we’ve been keeping a close eye on the construction. A few things are visible over the construction walls, including the large tree stump that will be part of Shrek’s Swamp. Over the construction walls, we can see the large tree stump is … Read more
Just a few days after Astro Orbitor was completely deconstructed at Disneyland Park as refurbishment continues, the entire structure is now essentially gone. Astro Orbitor Refurbishment Astro Orbitor initially closed for refurbishment in November 2023, and is currently set to reopen sometime in “Winter 2024,” meaning likely sometime in January, February, or March. Currently, the … Read more
On a recent trip to Magic Kingdom, we noticed progress on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure has been ramping up with new leaves, moss, and updated paint added to the exterior of the attraction. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Exterior Crew members are adding new green leaves and moss to tree branches near the attraction’s drop. Scaffolding has gone … Read more
After opening its current pop-up show location earlier this year, Earl Of Sandwich will be moving yet again to open a new temporary pop-up location this Winter in the Downtown Disney District Earl of Sandwich Moving Again According to the official Disneyland Magic Key Instagram account, the quick-service sandwich shop will be opening a new … Read more
Walt Disney World has updated the operating hours of Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom for the week of Thanksgiving 2023. Operating Hours Update at Walt Disney World The new hours are below for November 19-25, 2023. Note that early entry for Disney Resort guests is unaffected; i.e. the park opens 30 … Read more
On our most recent trip to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort at Walt Disney World, we noticed that the Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Tower has nearly reached a new construction milestone, as almost all sliding glass doors have been installed. Disney Vacation Club Tower Construction The view from our boat ride on Seven Seas Lagoon shows … Read more
The façade of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is turning a darker shade of green each day as moss is added to cover red clay and a Br’er Rabbit fixture is still holding on while construction continues. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Construction We had a bright day and a blue sky to give us some clear looks at … Read more
Work is underway at the check-in entrance for Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel as it transforms into Disney’s Pixar Place Hotel. Early Signs of Pixar Place Construction trucks are parked at the front, and the porte-cochère mosaic first seen in early concept art is nearing completion. Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel has endured several changes over the … Read more
The final elements of a multi-year expansion and renovation of EPCOT are making swift progress, as both CommuniCore Hall in World Celebration and Journey of Water Inspired by Moana in World Nature become more discernible. CommuniCore Hall and World Celebration Updates Previously, yellow sheathing was seen added to the exterior of the complex, and now … Read more
A new style is adorning Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen at the Disneyland Resort — part of the Downtown Disney district’s ongoing transformation. The iconic saxophone entrance marquee from Jazz Kitchen’s opening in 2001 was removed earlier this month, and a more subdued, bright orange & pink logo now stands in its place. The intent of … Read more
The refurbishment on the façade of Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem continues at Universal Studios Florida. Continuing Work on Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem Earlier, we reported that part of the signage for “Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem” has been wrapped in bright orange vinyl. It now appears that the “Despicable” part of the sign has been refreshed … Read more
The construction of a haunted house for the upcoming 32nd iteration of Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Florida is seemingly reaching full throttle behind the Fast & Furious — Supercharged Attraction. Last year, this same space was utilized for The Horrors of Blumhouse house anthology, which was divided into themed sections for “Freaky” and … Read more
The Universal Studios Florida lagoon remains partially drained as work on the deck supporting its nighttime spectaculars continues. Although details are scarce, a brand-new show has been confirmed. Universal Studios Florida Receiving New Nighttime Spectacular “Universal Orlando’s Cinematic Celebration” concluded its roughly five-year run in March to clear the way for a new experience. The … Read more
The new Swiss Family-inspired Adventureland Treehouse has been partially uncovered, giving us a sneak peek at the newly re-themed attraction set to open sometime this year. Swiss Family-Inspired Adventureland Treehouse Partially Uncovered The top part of the newly re-themed treehouse has been uncovered. There is still scaffolding and a large tarp concealing the bottom half. … Read more