food IS a theme park
It’s so hard to say goodbye — especially to once-reliable dining options at Disney World.
Restaurantosaurus
As Disney’s Animal Kingdom gets ready to permanently close DinoLand U.S.A. in favor of the new Pueblo Esperanza — a Tropical Americas-themed land — folks who once frequented Restaurantosaurus will soon have a T. rex-sized hole in their heart when the quick-service restaurant closes its doors TOMORROW. Here’s what you need to know…
If you’ve ever found yourself grabbing a last minute meal in DinoLand U.S.A., this news might sting a little.
Restaurantosaurus
A popular Disney World restaurant is officially closing its doors next month, and it’s going to change how guests eat in Disney’s Animal Kingdom for a while. We finally have firm dates, plus details on where that familiar food is heading next. If Restaurantosaurus has ever been part of your Animal Kingdom routine, you’ll want to know exactly what’s happening and when.
If DINOSAUR is one of those rides you automatically squeeze in every Animal Kingdom day, you’re going to want to read this now.
Dinosaur
We know how easy it is to miss big closure news when you’re focused on planning dining, park days, and where you’re staying. Disney has officially confirmed the permanent closing date for DINOSAUR, and there is now a very real last day to ride. If this attraction is on your must-do list, or if you just love screaming at dinos in the dark, here’s exactly what you need to know.
Disney World is working on building its own Casita from Encanto, and we’re counting down the days until you get to step inside this world.
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Big changes are officially underway at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and one of the most exciting additions on the horizon is an all-new Encanto-themed attraction. As Disney prepares to say a final goodbye to DinoLand U.S.A. and welcome a brand-new land called Pueblo Esperanza, fans are eager to know exactly when they’ll be able to step inside the magical world of the Madrigal family. Here’s what we know so far about the attraction so far and when you can ride it.
Big things are happening at the domestic Disney Parks!
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Some major expansion projects are underway at BOTH Disney World and Disneyland — some with some very tangible progress. While things are moving along for all the projects announced by Disney at both theme park resorts, a few projects got some serious updates via recently filed permits!
Big changes are coming to Disney World, and some of them might sting a little.
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster
Disney has already been in the middle of a huge transformation across multiple parks, and now it looks like two more fan-favorite attractions will soon be added to the closure list. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith and DINOSAUR are both scheduled to close in 2026, though Disney hasn’t given us official closure dates yet. The timing here is critical, because both rides are tied to massive park transformations — one featuring The Muppets and the other tied to the new Tropical Americas land at Animal Kingdom. Here’s what you need to know about these two closures and what’s coming next.
BIG changes are coming at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
At D23 this year, we got a better look at the Tropical Americas. This land will take over the existing Dinoland USA meaning that the beloved Dinosaur ride is coming to extinction. We’re here to tell you when it will close and take a closer look at what is coming in its place.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom could soon look a whole lot different than it does right now.
Animal Kingdom in Disney World
Have you ever heard that there was once an idea to include DRAGONS in Animal Kingdom? Don’t believe us? Look at the signs in front of the park — you may see a dragon or two! But we’re not here to talk about dragons. No, we’re here to talk about some exciting new developments that Disney has planned for a potential new park expansion!
We heard about lots of ambitious projects that Disney World looks to complete over the next few years.
We’re going to miss this
Several of the announcements that originally came from Destination D23 were things like closing Dinoland U.S.A., exploring what could be beyond Big Thunder Mountain, and a possible expansion for the Magic Kingdom park. However, one other expansion idea really seemed to land in favor with parkgoers and attendees when it was announced initially… so, why is no one talking about it now? [Read more…]
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