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A NEW Disney World Hotel Pool Closure Starts This Week

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If you were planning on spending a relaxing day by the pool at Disney World, you need to know about another Disney World hotel pool closure that is starting this week! It is a popular time for Disney to temporarily close pools for maintenance, as cooler weather in Florida makes them less in demand. With this week’s newest pool closure, there are now 5 Disney World hotel pools closed. 

Bay Lake Tower at the Contemporary Resort

We are here to make sure you always know what is happening at Disney World. We have all the details on this week’s closures, so you won’t be caught by surprise. We are rounding up ALL the closures in Disney World this week, so let’s get started!

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Disney Reveals NEW ‘Zootopia’ Magnet for Annual Passholders

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Another Annual Passholder magnet is on the way, and this one’s going to go fast!

Judy and Nick in Animal Kingdom

Zootopia fever is once again sweeping over Disney World. While we’ve been fawning over Disney World’s newest attraction and the smashing success of Zootopia 2, Disney’s been hard at work crafting another Zootopia-inspired surprise, and it’ll be available for a limited time soon! Here’s what you need to know to make sure you don’t miss out.

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The 3 NEW Hotel Closures That Hit Disney World This Week

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If you were planning on spending a relaxing day by the pool at Disney World, you need to know about these 3 new closures! More Disney World hotel pools are temporarily closing for maintenance this week.

Disney’s Old Key West

We are here to make sure you always know what is happening at Disney World. There are THREE new pool closures starting this week, and we don’t want you to be caught by surprise. We are also rounding up ALL the closures in Disney World this week.

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REVIEW: No Notes for This New Animal Kingdom Appetizer – Just That We Want 10 More

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New bao buns have arrived in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! We are suckers for fluffy bao buns filled with delicious fillings, so when we spotted a new addition to Tiffins Restaurant’s menu, we had to give them a try. New bao buns will also be coming to Nomad Lounge — although they will be different than the new ones at Tiffins. So, if you are a bao bun fanatic, check out both Tiffins and Nomad Lounge for new offerings.

Tiffins Restaurant

Over at Tiffins, you can grab the Pork Belly Bao Buns. Nomad Lounge will be offering Korean Barbecue Mushroom Bao Buns (although they didn’t have them quite yet when we were in Animal Kingdom last week. We grabbed a table at Tiffins Restaurant to try out the new buns, and now we are bringing you our review!

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Disney Springs, Wilderness Lodge, and EPCOT Are Getting Hit With NEW Closures This Week

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Even MORE closures are hitting Disney World this week! There is a lot of construction underway as Disney works to bring new lands to life at Disney World, such as Pueblo Esperanza and Piston Peak National Park. And even amid all the closures for these expansions, other attractions and locations are also closed for maintenance and updates.

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

We are here to make sure you always know what is happening at Disney World. There are THREE new closures starting this week, and we don’t want you to be caught by surprise. We are rounding up ALL the closures in Disney World this week, including the three new ones.

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Did Disney World Just File a Permit for the NEW Bluey Experience at Animal Kingdom?

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Disney just filed a NEW permit for work to be done at the Conservation Station in Disney’s Animal Kingdom!

Conservation Station

Disney has been on a roll recently with filing a variety of permits, including permits for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster,  the new Indiana Jones ride in Animal Kingdom, the Magic Kingdom expansion, Haunted Mansion, the Imagination Pavilion, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, and more.

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A NEW Closure Starts This Week at Magic Kingdom

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Are you hoping to meet Donald, Daisy, Minnie, and Goofy in Magic Kingdom this week? We have a heads-up for you: a popular meet and greet area in Storybook Circus is temporarily closing. However, you CAN still meet these beloved characters during your visit!

The Astounding Donaldo!

While their usual meet and greet spot will be closing for a bit, these characters will still be available to meet in Storybook Circus. We have all the details about this closure, plus ALL the other closures you should expect in Disney World this week!

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Could This Long-Closed Disney World Restaurant Finally Reopen Soon?

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Disney World is FULL of construction right now, that’s for sure, but it’s looking like one of these projects may be reaching completion.

Meal from Harambe Market

Over in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Harambe Market closed on October 20th for a months-long refurbishment, and at the time, there was no reopening timeline in sight. Now, that may have changed. Nothing has been announced officially, but according to the Disney World website, it’s looking like this spot could be reopening in March!

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REVIEW: I’m 95% Sure You’ve Never Eaten at Disney World Restaurant, But That Needs to Change ASAP

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When it comes to dining at Disney World, you’ve got a TON of options. And it can feel a bit overwhelming trying to weigh all the options and decide where to eat with your family. We have good news, though. We are here to help! We have eaten everywhere in Disney World, and we aren’t stopping there. We constantly revisit restaurants and provide up-to-date reviews so you can make the best dining decisions while you are at Disney World. 

Plant-based Picadillo Bowl

We recently stopped by Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to see what was cookin’, and now we’re bringing you our FULL review. Is it worth a stop on your next trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth? Find out here!

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This POPULAR Disney World Hotel Pool Is Closing Soon

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It is hard to believe it is almost 2026! It is a busy time at Disney World, and we are here to make sure you make the most of your vacation! You may be looking forward to escaping the cold and spending some time at your Disney World hotel’s pool. Cooler weather (highs in the 60s) is coming to Disney World next week, but a trip to the pool may still be on your must-dos. However, we have a heads up!

Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort

A popular Disney World hotel will be closing for maintenance, and we don’t want you to be caught by surprise. We are also rounding up everything that is closed in Disney World this week, so you can be prepared!

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