Will you miss the dinosaurs at Walt Disney World? DinoLand U.S.A. has been a controversial part of Disney’s Animal Kingdom since the very beginning. Imagineers conceived a medieval/fantasy-inspired land for Animal Kingdom during the design and planning phase. Due to reported budgetary issues, this land, Beastly Kingdom, was shelved indefinitely and later canceled. In its place came DinoLand, a cheaper, ...

Disney has been busy reimagining its parks, adding new lands, and teasing fans with projects that feel straight out of their wildest dreams. Every time a new expansion is announced, the fanbase erupts with excitement, speculation, and endless theories about what’s coming next. From dark, moody lands to bright and colorful worlds, Disney has mastered the art of expansion hype. ...

A corner of Walt Disney World Resort is in its final days, and soon it will look nothing like the place Disney Parks fans remember. The change marks the end of an era for Disney’s Animal Kingdom as its original roadside theme park within a theme park is dismantled to make way for something entirely new. At D23 Expo 2024, ...

Not every Disney World stay feels magical. While most resorts offer beautifully themed spaces, convenient amenities, and that special Disney touch, one resort is in the middle of a dramatic makeover that guests are being urged to stay far, far away—for now. Construction walls, scaffolding, and the constant hum of work crews are becoming part of the daily backdrop. For ...

Just over two weeks after permanently closing The Boneyard, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park has already demolished the 27-year-old play area. This opening-day attraction welcomed its final young paleontologists on September 1, 2025, as part of DinoLand U.S.A.’s transformation into a Tropical Americas-themed land. At D23 Expo 2024, Walt Disney World Resort confirmed plans to build Pueblo Esperanza, a Tropical ...

An original inhabitant of Walt Disney World Resort passed away inside Animal Kingdom at the age of 44. Gino, Beloved Original Animal Kingdom Inhabitant, Passes Away at the Age of 44 It’s not often that a theme park brings its guests to tears, but sometimes the magic isn’t about rides, fireworks, or characters in costume. Sometimes it’s about the quiet, ...

Disney may have a secret weapon up its sleeve — a holiday celebration that could change the game. Every year, fans wonder how the company can possibly outdo itself, and yet Disney keeps finding ways to raise the bar. Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios proved Disney isn’t afraid to experiment with new kinds of holiday fun. But what if there’s ...

While a Walt Disney World Resort vacation certainly is a magical experience, it is not one for the weak. A lot of planning goes into creating the trip of a lifetime. There are dozens of hotels to pick from, figuring out how many days you can stay without breaking the bank, figuring out your must-do attractions, deciding if you want ...

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is preparing for its annual maintenance cycle as Kali River Rapids is set to close for refurbishment beginning October 6. The popular water attraction is scheduled to reopen in December, giving guests a refreshed experience just in time for the holiday season. Closing Date Announced Disney confirmed that this year’s refurbishment comes earlier than usual, a strategic ...

Disney is doubling down on Indiana Jones. Related: Disney Cast Members Upset Over Behind-the-Scenes Video of Boo to You Halloween Parade Preparations An unprecedented number of changes are happening inside and around Walt Disney World, with the entire resort undergoing big renovations. This includes hotels and restaurants, though the new rides and lands are the most exciting. Magic Kingdom is ...