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Some important CHANGES are coming to Disney World, and now we’ve got some hints about a few more.
Spaceship Earth
We already know that a new fireworks show is coming to EPCOT this year, a new restaurant (The Cake Bake Shop) will be opening at Disney’s BoardWalk, and construction is ongoing as Splash Mountain becomes Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. But now we’ve got some more important updates you need to know about.
When it comes to producing live-action films of beloved animations, it seems that Disney is on a roll!
AMC Theater for ‘The Little Mermaid’
A live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid arrived in theaters on May 26th, and Disney has also told us that live-action versions of Lilo and Stitch and Moana are in the works. As far as Moana goes, many Disney fans were a bit confused as to why a relatively new animation was already becoming a live-action film. It didn’t seem to fit in with the rest of the films receiving live-action adaptations, as most are at least 20 years old at this point. However, that doesn’t seem to stop anyone’s excitement! We just learned a NEW detail about the upcoming film, and we have a feeling it’s only going to add to said excitement.
Disney is making a TON of live-action remakes of its animated films.
©Disney
Peter Pan and Wendy just arrived on Disney+, and Disney has recently announced live-action remakes for both Lilo and Stitch and Moana. Although many Moana fans might have expected her voice actress, Auli’i Cravalho, to reprise the role in the live-action film, we’ve since learned that will not be the case.
In case you needed another reason to love Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, we have one that includes both guacamole and tequila.
Via @TheRock on Instagram
In 2020, the hospitality industry took a major hit as restaurant visitors dwindled due to the global pandemic. Local businesses and restaurant owners struggled to make ends meet in order to operate, and several unfortunately ended up closing. That’s when The Rock, together with his tequila brand Teremana, decided to come up with a way to support local restaurants while also celebrating Cinco de Mayo and his birthday.
A lot of exciting things are happening in Disney World, especially at Disney World hotels.
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
At Disney’s BoardWalk Resort, a new sweets shop and restaurant is on its way. Over at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, rooms are getting re-themed. And at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, new Disney Vacation Club villas are being constructed. But what will those villa rooms look like? Well, here’s what we know.
Part of the fun of going to Disney World is meeting our favorite characters — and there are just SO many to meet.
Animal Kingdom
Obviously, meeting Mickey and Minnie is a priority for many. But you can also meet some of your favorite princesses, the occasional rare character, and even Disney villains. But a NEW character spot has popped up to meet Disney World. Here’s a hint: how far will YOU go to meet her?
Get your wallets ready!
Pixar merch
We love finding a good deal, but some of the best sales don’t last long. If you’re looking for some new cute Disney merch, you’re going to want to keep reading ASAP!
Sometimes all you need to cure those Disney blues is a little retail therapy!
Cinderella Castle
Thankfully, Disney puts a LOT of merchandise online that you can shop in between trips to the parks. We’ve seen everything from toys to accessories to apparel, and now there’s a NEW collection you’ll want to check out if you’re a Moana fan!
Disney is known for telling stories, evoking emotions, and even providing some inspiration.
Walt Disney
And sometimes you want to have some of those motivating words of Disney magic front and center to serve as a little reminder and to sprinkle a little pixie dust in your everyday life.
Moana is starting to get a lot more representation in Disney World, and we are here for it.
Moana at Disney World
She’s arrived in Animal Kingdom in a new way, and she’s getting an entire NEW attraction in EPCOT called Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana. Now, she’s got a brand new pair of EARS.
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