food IS a theme park
Be sure to check out our list of restaurants in the Magic Kingdom.
We’ve seen a number of permanent closures this year in Disney World. but there are also some locations that were allegedly temporarily closed — and still haven’t reopened .
Grand Floridian Afternoon Tea
Some of these indefinite restaurant closures date back several years, and that leaves us wondering if these locations will ever re-open.
Do you have a favorite Disney World ride?
Spaceship Earth at EPCOT
If you’re like us, you might have SEVERAL favorites, but the truth of the matter is that almost EVERY Disney World ride just SLAPS. Disney Imagineering has blown our minds on MULTIPLE occasions with attractions like Rise of the Resistance in Hollywood Studios and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT. But what if we could only choose the three that are practically perfect in every way?
Temporary ride and attraction closures at Disney World are totally normal, and happen more often than you might think!
Haunted Mansion Temporary Closure
And no, they don’t mean that the rides are breaking down. Usually, these planned closures are for routine upkeep and maintenance so that the rides can run like new for years to come! Last week, we found out that a closure would take place in Magic Kingdom so that a fan-favorite attraction can be refurbished. Now, that ride is officially closed!
Several attractions and restaurants are closed in Disney World, but for most of them, we know approximately when they’ll reopen. For example, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure (formerly Splash Mountain) will be open in late 2024. However, there are three attractions that are closed right now with NO opening date or even approximate timeframe announced!
Magic Kingdom Train Station
Aside from those closures, there are a few more that do have opening dates, but not in the near future. Let’s take a look at what will be closed from August 20th through the 26th so that you’re prepared for your next trip.
A LOT goes into planning a Disney World trip.
Cinderella Castle
Not only do you have to figure out all the travel arrangements and where you’re going to stay, but you also need to figure out where to eat and what you’re going to do when you get there. So let’s say you’re headed to Magic Kingdom in the morning and you want to check out a shop in Fantasyland while you’re there waiting for your Lightning Lane time for Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, but that store isn’t open yet. Well, that could happen!
Sometimes, unexpected ride closures can throw a wrench into your Disney World plans.
Magic Kingdom
It’s fairly often when we see rides close due to weather. Sometimes rides just have technical issues. Other times, rides get closed for refurbishment, and although we usually have plenty of advance notice when a ride is getting a refurbishment, sometimes we just learn about the week before — which is exactly what is happening now.
Disney World is home to a seemingly endless list of rides and attractions.
EPCOT
Many of these are considered icons — with theming and thrills that cause the ride to land on the no-skips list. However, there are a few Disney World rides that always seem to land on the MUST-skip list for many visitors. We asked our readers to share with us the rides that were a one-and-done experience for them — the rides they will NEVER ride again. Some of the answers weren’t at all surprising, while others surprised us for sure. Let’s talk about it!
We’ve seen our share of EPIC Disney World souvenirs, including a lot of pricey items. We still haven’t seen the price tag for that Disney100 Vespa (and we probably don’t want to). Our minds are still blown by that Star Wars original art we recently spotted in Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Crystal Arts
Some of our favorite pricey souvenirs, though, are probably those found in Crystal Arts by Arribas Bros. — and if you’ve visited that shop in Magic Kingdom, you’ll know some of those souvenirs cost some serious moolah. Well, there’s a NEW expensive work of art being created at Crystal Arts, and this time, it’s a CASTLE.
Lab bacteria, octopus tentacles, moldy bread, bathroom cookies…the list of unappetizing-looking snacks we’ve tried at the Disney parks could go on and on and on! We’ve seen some WEIRD things in Disney World, and in a strange way, we kind of love it when we discover new off-the-wall creations in the parks and resorts. Really — where else can you try something like Oga’s Obsession?!
Oga’s Obsession
As you can see, we love to share all the unique treats we find in the parks, so when we decided to order a WEIRD-looking cookie from Magic Kingdom, we simply had to share our experience.
Happy Halloween!
Happy Halloween!
Disney World starts celebrating early and we’ve already had our fair share of spooky eats, treats, merch, and entertainment. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is in full swing and if you’re planning a visit you might want to be prepared. We’re here to share the WORST things people are doing at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party so you aren’t doomed to repeat them!
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