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“Rivers of Light: We Are One” Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom This Summer

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This summer will bring a new chapter to the Rivers of Light nighttime spectacular in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. “Rivers of Light: We Are One” will make its debut on Memorial Day Weekend!

Rivers of Light: We Are One concept art ©Disney

Beginning Friday, May 24th, “Rivers of Light: We Are One” will add new visual imagery to the show featuring animal characters from the Disneynature films as well as Disney animation moments in order “to express our connection with animals and the emotions and milestones we all share in our journey through the great circle of life.” [Read more…]

See the Newly Reopened Otter Grotto At Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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The Otter Grotto is newly reopen on Discovery Island in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! We took you on a trip around the park this weekend and gave you a glimpse of their updated abode.

Otter Grotto Animal Kingdom

And today we’re taking a closer look, because after a lengthy refurbishment, we thought you might want to see the home for some of the park’s star residents.

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What’s New in Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Merchandise, Cupcakes, and Otters!

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We’re always on the lookout for What’s New in the parks of Walt Disney World, and today we’re journeying to Animal Kingdom! Come along as we check out fun new merchandise, a seasonal cupcake, and… otters? Yeah…otters!

Welcome to Animal Kingdom!

Animal Kingdom Times Guide

We start our tour with a look at the Times & Animal Guide! [Read more…]

Hakuna Matata! New Lion King Merchandise Arrives in Walt Disney World And Disneyland

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Fans of The Lion King, this one is for you! Have you ever been strolling through Animal Kingdom on a mad hunt for Lion King merch? I have… and for the longest time, it was pretty hard to come by. But with July 19th (the release date of the live-action film) quickly approaching AND the 25th Anniversary of the animated film’s release, we have started to slowly notice more Lion King merchandise trickling into both Disneyland AND Disney World.

Lion King T-Shirt

We found the new Hakuna Matata Spirit Jersey when searching through Disneyland for all of the new items of the week, and now it’s available at Animal Kingdom, too! The front is branded with the classic film logo. [Read more…]

You’ve Got To See This NEW Dole Whip Sun Hat In Disney World!

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Aloha friends! Today we ran across a new hat that you just have to see! We’re totally swooning… .

Aloha Dole Whip Hat

Doesn’t this hat give you serious rest and relaxation vibes? Like come on summer…we’re ready for ya!

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What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Including A Sriracha Fries UPDATE!

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! Welcome to our latest What’s New in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! We’re bringing some food photos and lots of cool merchandise. Come along as we explore Animal Kingdom!

Tree of Life

Disney’s Animal Kingdom — Discovery Island

The colorful Lion King Cupcake is back at Pizzafari. [Read more…]

Taste Your Way Around Animal Kingdom With New Limited-Time Eats All Over the Park

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There are a TON of new limited-time treats in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and you’ll find them now through April 22nd as part of the Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler!

Animal Kingdom’s Tree of Life

Before we dive into specifics about the Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler, you should know that the specialty items available for purchase throughout the park are available to all guests whether you purchase the official Tasting Sampler or not. [Read more…]

“Just Keep Swimming” For This Finding Nemo Tumbler in Disney’s Animal Kingdom!

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There’s no shortage of fun cups and mugs at the Disney Parks, and lo and behold, on our visit to Animal Kingdom today we found another awesome tumbler! This time it’s Finding Nemo — with the adorable clown fish included!

Finding Nemo Tumbler

We spotted the tumbler at several drink and snack carts all around the park, so keep your eyes peeled for it! [Read more…]

Our TOP 5 Time-Sensitive Snacks at Walt Disney World — Get ‘Em Before They’re Gone!

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Walt Disney World has a full line up of classic stand-by snacks that keep us satisfied on each and every Disney trip we take, but it’s those limited-time treats that have us planning our next vacation even sooner!

Vanilla Dumbo Cupcake

We’ve rounded up our TOP 5 time-sensitive snacks that have Disney fans running to the parks!

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Animal Kingdom’s Annual Party for the Planet to Feature Tiffins Talks, Joe Rohde, and More!

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Animal Kingdom’s Party for the Planet will take place once again from April 20-22, 2019!

Animal Kingdom’s Tree of Life

The three-day celebration invites guests to “explore, engage and connect with the magic of nature” through special offerings around the park. [Read more…]

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