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We’re back to check in on all of the construction projects taking place in Disney World right now!
Caribbean Beach Repainting
We’re taking a look at big and small updates that we’ve noticed during our trips to Disney World’s parks and resorts this week. Let’s check them out!
There are LOTS of changes happening over in EPCOT right now.
Spaceship Earth
As part of the park’s big transformation, we’re getting new rides, restaurants, shops — and even an all-new fireworks show! And while we’ve been keepin’ an eye on plenty of the construction, Disney has left a few BIG questions unanswered. That means we’ve been trying to figure out what, exactly, is going on with that giant building towards the front of the park, aka the future home of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.
EPCOT is getting a MAJOR transformation, and so much of the park is or has been under construction over the past year or so.
This pavilion is so underrated!
Even World Showcase has seen some construction — most notably in France with the Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure attraction being built. But Morocco has been seeing some work getting done, too, especially now that Disney has taken over ownership of the pavilion.
We’re back with another update on everything that’s closed in Disney World!
Polynesian Lobby
Sometimes, Disney World closes rides for refurbishment — and if you’re planning a trip to Disney World, you’ll want to know all about what you can and can’t do! So today, we’re bringing you our weekly refurbishment update for April 19th through 25th.
ICYMI, Disney is redoing Jungle Cruise at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, and giving this iconic, pun-filled boat ride a BRAND NEW storyline with new characters and scenes to replace some culturally insensitive depictions.
Jungle Cruise
There’s an interesting part of this reimagining, however. Jungle Cruise at Magic Kingdom is going to STAY OPEN, so we’ve gotten some insight on how this ride is being altered! So far, we’ve seen some BIG changes (goodbye, Trader Sam!) and some more subtle changes.
BIG changes are coming to Magic Kingdom for Disney World’s 50th anniversary!
Cinderella Castle Concept Art ©Disney
We’ve told you all about the transformations coming to Disney World’s park icons — including Cinderella Castle! And while the big birthday is still quite a few months away, we’ve already seen that makeover begin. We’ve been following the progress as fancy draperies and golden swirls were added…and now, there are more additions!
Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park are set to reopen on April 30th, and for the first time we’ll get a look at rides that we haven’t been on or seen for OVER a year!
Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion Holiday
One ride that will be reopening at Disneyland on April 30th is The Haunted Mansion. The ride closed for refurbishment in early 2020, but we really didn’t know TOO much about what those refurbishments would include. Now, we’ve got photos, videos, and more information revealing just what’s changed at the Mansion! A new (but also old) portrait? New landscaping? And even new wallpaper? Check out what the ghosts have been up to!!
Disney’s Contemporary Resort is home to many fan favorites, including the beloved Chef Mickey’s character meal.
Hiya Pal!
Even if you’ve never dined at Chef Mickey’s, if you’ve been to the Contemporary at all during dining hours, it is highly likely you’ve heard it. Kids screaming, parents shouting, forks and knives clanking — you know, just the perfect music for your ears. We can’t believe we’re saying this, but now something new has started at the Contemporary and it’s…even NOISIER than Chef Mickey’s?!
If Disney’s going for the Guinness World Record for most construction going on at one time, well, let’s just say we’d put them in the running!
Construction is Going on at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Now!
Right now, there’s construction going on at EPCOT as part of that park’s transformation, work being done on the TRON coaster in Magic Kingdom, new decorations being added to Cinderella Castle, lots of construction happening over at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and MORE!! Construction has also now begun at Disney’s Contemporary Resort as select guest rooms at the hotel get some refurbishment and the inside of the hotel is looking…interesting.
Sometimes, Disney World closes rides for a little spiffying up!
PeopleMover
We keep a close eye on all these refurbishments, so we can keep YOU in the know! After all, if you’re planning a trip to Disney World, you’ll want to know what will be unavailable. And today, we’re bringing you our weekly refurbishment update for April 12th through 18th!
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