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The totem poles at Epcot’s Canada pavilion are one on on the list of upcoming Disney refurbishments at Walt Disney World.  The new totem poles are expected to be completed and in place on January 20th.  The new totem poles are hand carved by David Boxley.  The Git Hoan Dancers will be part of the dedication ceremony currently scheduled for ...

Guests have been waiting for a long time to experience the completely updated and re-envisioned Planet Hollywood Observatory at Disney Springs.  It looks like the waiting may be over, as the restaurant is now taking reservations.  The official opening date hasn’t been announced, but the restaurant is taking reservations for as early January 22nd.  We expect to hear about an ...

It seems that shoplifting may have grown to be a little bit bigger concern at Walt Disney World.  We are getting reports from guests that anti-theft detectors with alarm systems have been installed at entry/exit points at some of the gift shops, and are expected to be added to many gift shops around all of Walt Disney World.  There are ...

After February 17th, the cabana rentals in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom will no longer be available to rent.  It appears that the popularity wasn’t there to maintain this service.  The cost started at $649 a day for the rental, which is in addition to the cost of theme park admission.  Disney dropped the price to $500, but that still doesn’t ...

We previously announced details about Epcot’s International Festival of the Arts and the various entertainment lineup. It has all been building up to today, when the event finally opens for the very first time.  This is the first year for this event, and based on how popular the other festivals have been over the years, we expect it is very ...

Disney has released a new gift card design that features Sorcerer Mickey on the front.  They are available for purchase at DisneyGiftCard.com as well as at locations within Walt Disney World and Disneyland parks.  According to Disney Parks Blog, if you buy the cards in the parks, there is a “special sparkle treatment that enhances Sorcerer Mickey’s magic!”  The gift ...

According to photos and updates on Doctor Disney’s Facebook page, the fountain to one of the entrances at Disney Springs has been the victim of a prank.  It appears that a bubble solution was added to the fountain to turn it into a full on bubble fest.  The fountain is the one that is located close Buena Vista Drive and ...

National Polka Dot Day is coming up on Sunday, January 22nd.  Walt Disney World will be celebrating this fun day with our favorite girl in polka dots, Minnie Mouse. Guests are encouraged to head over to Disney Springs dressed in polka dots to celebrate with Minnie.  We don’t have a lot of specifics about the activities for this special event ...

Characters in Flight is the tethered helium balloon attraction in Disney Springs that you typically see raised high above the area with guests on board.  The balloon went down for refurbishment with a plan to change the balloon to a design that better suits the theme of Disney Springs, since the previous design was with Downtown Disney in mind.  We ...

Wilderness Lodge has been the site of various construction efforts to re-theme portions of the resort and add new features.  It has now been announced that the new Geyser Point Bar& Grill will now be opening some time in February.  The restaurant will be conveniently located right next to main pool at the resort.  Guests can grab food to eat ...