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An iconic Disney World attraction is CLOSING today!
Country Bear Jamboree
Country Bear Jamboree in Magic Kingdom will be temporarily closed for refurbishment — and it’s getting a total retheme as well. Disney has shared a bit of the details about what we can expect from the refreshed, renewed attraction, but for now, we’re in Magic Kingdom taking the original show in for one last time — and apparently, so is everyone else!
Well, partners, the time has come.
Country Bear Jamboree
January 26th marks the very last day of the Country Bear Jamboree as we know it. This show of animatronic bears was one of the opening-day attractions at Disney World back in 1971. Disney shared back in September, 2023 that the Jamboree would be undergoing a refurbishment to modernize the show and make it feel brand-new again. Disney brought in Nashville artists to write the composition for some all-new songs — country music renditions of Disney tunes! Disney also said we can expect to hear some familiar tunes as “easter eggs” from the current show. A lot of Disney fans are pretty bummed to say goodbye to the classic attraction, as the Country Bear Jamboree is one of the last remaining things that Walt Disney himself played a significant role in creating. The new show, Country Bear Musical Jamboree, is set to open this summer. So, shall we go see what crowds in Magic Kingdom look like as folks say their goodbyes?
On the hunt for a new snack to try in Disney World? So are WE!
Main Street Confectionery
We’re constantly looking out for new treats to review. And with Disney releasing new treats seasonally for all kinds of celebrations (like Valentine’s Day or Black History Month), it’s usually not very hard to find something unique. But on a recent visit to Magic Kingdom, something really caught my eye in Main Street Confectionery!
Frontierland is BUSY today, and for very good reason!
Frontierland
If you’ve been in Magic Kingdom today and noticed some heavier-than-usual crowds, you might be wondering what the heck is going on on a random Thursday in January. Don’t worry — we can fill you in! [Read more…]
As a Theme Park Reporter, it’s my job to go to Disney World…ALL. THE. TIME.
Tower of Terror in Disney’s Hollywood Studios
And when you go to Disney World multiple times a week, there are some things you learn rather quickly. I can direct you toward any souvenir you’re looking for, give a recommendation for the best value lunch spot, and of course, I know which bathrooms in Disney World are absolutely ELITE. But before I learned all those things? I learned how to pack for the theme parks. My bag typically has everything I need for a successful park day…but what would happen if I tried to go bagless?
Disney World has been such a busy place!
BoardWalk Inn Entrance
There has been constant construction and change at EPCOT, news restaurants have just opened in Disney Springs, and even Disney’s Boardwalk Inn has seen a lot of changes recently. Speaking of the Boardwalk Inn, we took a tour of one of its newest rooms, so let’s take a look!
If you’ve been following along with The Walt Disney Company news at all for the past year or so, then you’ve probably heard about the ongoing battle between Disney and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.
Reedy Creek
Disney and DeSantis’s Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board have been fighting for control over Disney’s special tax district. DeSantis stripped Disney of rights over the former Reedy Creek Improvement District after Disney publicly opposed the governor’s decision to pass the Parental Rights in Education Act. Disney then claimed that this was a violation of federal rights, arguing that there had been a “relentless campaign to weaponize government power” against Disney to punish them for their political views. Since then, DeSantis filed a lawsuit against Disney to attempt to undo agreements made between Disney and the former Reedy Creek Improvement District. From there, things get pretty complicated.
One Disneyland spot has CHANGED for a limited time!
Paradise Garden Grill
Paradise Garden Grill is a year-round snack spot in Disney California Adventure, but when festivals come around, it often features limited-time eats. That’s exactly what is happening right now with the arrival of the Lunar New Year celebration (which will only last through February 18th, 2024!). But are any of these limited-time snacks worth trying? Let’s find out together!
When it comes to Disney park bags, people have some seriously strong opinions.
So many to choose from!
Whether you’re team Loungefly backpack, Lululemon belt bag, or something else entirely — chances are you feel pretty passionate about it. But, a new type of bag has recently taken Disney parks by storm and we just spotted the latest collection at Magic Kingdom!
Registration is coming up soon for the 2024 Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon Weekend, and we just got some very important information about this year’s races!
©Disney
Disney has announced the THEMES for each of the weekend’s races, and trust us when we say that you’re not gonna want to miss the 10K. [Read more…]
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