On April 22, 2016, Rivers of Light will make its debut at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park! For Disney history buffs, the date should come as no surprise. April 22, 1998, Earth Day, is the date that the park opened its gates to Guests so it is only fitting that the Park’s first-ever nighttime show will be […]
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“Rivers of Light” Nighttime Spectacular Coming Soon to Disney’s Animal Kingdom
There are big changes coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom in 2016 and 2017. Anticipation has been growing with the details that have been emerging regarding the addition of AvatarLand. (Please click here for Christen Francis’ post on recent Avatar Land news.) Currently, when night falls on Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Guests leave and the animals go […]
First Glimpse of Disneyland’s New Rivers of America
Monday marked the official start to some major changes at Disneyland Park! Magical Distractions previously reported some big changes that were on the horizon at Disneyland to make room for the new Star Wars Land, and with these changes come some closures. Rivers of America which was built for Disneyland’s opening in 1955, was one of the […]
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside, also referred to as POR, is one of five Walt Disney World Moderate Resorts. The Moderate Resorts are a step up from the Value Resorts in that the resorts themselves are nicer and have more amenities to offer the guests. The average rate per night is approximately $187.67 before tax. The Port Orleans Resort – Riverside has […]
Walt Disney World Closing Parks Starting Saturday Evening
Disney has continued to announce closures in preparation of Hurricane Irma. Magic Kingdom Closing Saturday, September 9th at 9pm – Monday, September 11th, 2017 Saturday – Happily Ever After Fireworks are cancelled Animal Kingdom Closing Saturday, September 9th at 7pm – Monday, September 11th, 2017 Saturday – Rivers of Light show is cancelled Epcot Closing […]
Goodbye 2016 … Hello New yEAR
Goodbye 2016 … Hello New yEAR. 2016 is finally coming to an end. Another year of Disney memories and travel are over. But, don’t despair, 2017 is just around the corner waiting for us. The new yEAR will bring new Disney memories. 2016 has been a busy year indeed for Disney. Ground was broken at Disney’s […]
The Jungle Book: Alive With Magic Debuts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom!
So many Walt Disney World fans have been anxiously awaiting the new nighttime shows and activities at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. When Guests found out that the Rivers of Light show would be temporarily put on hold, and a new show would start in its place, many were wondering how this could be pulled off […]
Update: Disney’s Animal Kingdom After Dark
On Tuesday (two weeks after announcing the delayed debut of two nighttime offerings at Disney’s Animal Kingdom) the Disney Parks Blog shared news of interim evening entertainment to be offered beginning this Memorial Day Weekend. Rumors aplenty have been swirling around the delays of the Tree of Life Awakenings and the Rivers of Light show. […]
Breaking! Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s Nighttime Show DELAYED!
I’m not sure if this comes to a surprise to many. When April park hours were released many questioned why Disney’s Animal Kingdom was still scheduled to close early when the nighttime shows were supposed debut during the month. Some speculated that the hours would be updated closer to late April. Unfortunately, the April hours […]
Adventures by Disney Announces New VIP Itinerary at Walt Disney World!
Are you ready for the ultimate trip through Walt Disney World resort? Adventures by Disney has just announced their first ever guided vacation through Walt Disney World and Central Florida! Adventures by Disney (ABD) provides hassle-free, luxury family vacations in the United States and around the globe. Each trip offers insider access, top notch guides, […]
2016 New Year “Disney-lutions”
It’s the start of a new year, which means setting new goals! Since Walt Disney World plays a big role in my life, it only seems fitting to create a list of “Disney-lutions.” 2016 is going to be an “Unforgettable” year for the Walt Disney World Resort, and there are several things I am resolving to […]
A Look at Five New Offerings Awaiting Guests in 2016!
For Guests visiting Walt Disney World Resort this past year, we’ve seen a lot of walls, both in standard wood and fake hedge form, as well as signs like the one seen below. Yes, 2015 has been a year of much construction around the entire Resort. Walt Disney once said, “Around here we don’t look […]