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Disney’s Animal Kingdom is filled with some of our favorite experiences and attractions at Disney World. One of them is the Kilimanjaro Safaris, because of how unique and adventurous the experience is.
Elephants
Well, it looks like the attraction could be getting a game-changing upgrade, as Disney just filed a patent application for technology that uses artificial intelligence to watch animals and alert when activity is happening. Let’s take a look at what we know so far!
It all started with a regular visit to Magic Kingdom and a typical restaurant review.
Pinocchio Village Haus
We stopped by Pinocchio Village Haus in Fantasyland to do a run-of-the-mill restaurant review (we do them for every restaurant in Disney World frequently so we can keep you updated on the quality of the eats), and we left crying literal tears. Why? Well, there was one good reason and one bad reason.
We’re less than two weeks away from the next big transformation of The Diamond Horseshoe at Magic Kingdom!
The Diamond Horseshoe
We already know that the popular Magic Kingdom restaurant is changing up once again, as it will soon become a pop-up restaurant with a brand-new menu. Reservations can be made in less than a week, and this new information we heard from a Cast Member will have you wanting to grab your reservation ASAP!
Florida weather is notoriously unpredictable, especially when it comes to things like hurricanes and storms. We know we can count on it being hot and humid in the summer, but the winter weather is usually comfortable and even a little chilly.
Rainy Day in Magic Kingdom
However, that could change this year because a Super El Niño is on the way. But how will this El Niño affect weather in Disney World and Central Florida? Well, according to WESH, it could mean more severe weather this winter.
Former Disney CEO Bob Chapek is about to publish a new memoir, in which he blames recently retired CEO Bob Iger for his firing.
Bob Chapek ©Disney
Back in 2022, Bob Chapek was fired as Disney’s chief executive after less than three years in the job. Bob Iger, who preceded Bob Chapek as CEO, then came back as the company’s chief executive after Chapek was fired. A lot happened during Chapek’s time as CEO, some of which was beyond his control, like COVID-19, while other missteps were in his control. However, there’s one thing he points his finger at.
If you’re already planning a 2027 Disney World trip, there’s one specific stretch on the calendar that seasoned EPCOT visitors are steering clear of.
EPCOT
The park isn’t closing, and nothing is wrong with EPCOT then, but Disney planning experts have quietly started flagging an 8-day window to avoid if you can help it. So what’s the deal? It comes down to EPCOT’s festival calendar, and once you see what falls right before and right after this stretch, you’ll understand exactly why it’s on the “maybe pick different dates” list.
Have you seen the Elf on the Shelf collab with Disney? If you’re a Disney family, then you’ll want to check out the collection that’s full of Frozen t-shirts, Spider-Man outfits, Mickey Mouse pajamas, and travel essentials, and so many adorable additions that make your Elf a total Disney fan.
©Elf on the Shelf
For this partnership, Disney and Elf on the Shelf released a new video showcasing all the features, and it has us wondering whether they make the pajamas in adult sizes because they’re just that fun.
Disney World is currently in the process of changing a LOT of things, big and small, around their parks. Some changes have been explicitly announced, some are more under-the-radar.
Grand Floridian Monorail station construction
But today we’re gonna talk about how ALL of these changes are gonna shake up the way we do the parks from here on out.
If you’re planning a Disney World trip, you’re probably thinking a LOT about your hotel, from the room size and transportation to dining and pools. If you only choose your resort for the pool, then Disney’s newest hotel will be your new favorite place to stay.
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Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge boasts so many pools themed after some iconic Disney movies. While the resort won’t open until July 1st, 2027, we just got a close-up look at the pools under construction!
If you spend enough time reading comments from Disney World hotel guests, you start to notice a theme. The beds? Debatable. The latest room design? Everyone has an opinion. But one complaint follows Disney Resort guests around with remarkable consistency: the noise.
This room is missing something
People hear kids running down hallways. Doors slamming. Toilets flushing. Conversations next door. Families coming back from Magic Kingdom at midnight. Families leaving for Early Entry when you would prefer that 6:15 AM not exist on vacation. And every time Disney refurbishes another hotel, it feels reasonable to ask the same question: Can they PLEASE fix the soundproofing while they’re in there? Unfortunately, that is much harder than changing the carpet.
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