New Touchfree Security Scanners are being tested and installed at Universal Orlando. These are the same type of bag and body scanners used at Walt Disney World. The scanners are able to distinguish between weapons and personal items when a guest walks through. Keeping us safe and secure. We just
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Space 220 Restaurant in Epcot is hiring for multiple positions
Space 220 Restaurant in Epcot is hiring for multiple positions, moreover, could this mean we can expect it to open soon? Seems like we have been writing about Space 220 opening for a few years now and clearly it has still has not opened the doors for guests. Nevertheless, we
Dolly Parton’s Dollywood Announces New Resort Property – HeartSong Lodge & Resort
Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort Marks First Project in New 10-Year Plan with a budget of $500 Billion Dollars. The new HeartSong Lodge, being built adjacent to Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa, is set to open in 2023. The new investment plan will provide Dollywood’s “Dreamer-in-Chief,” Dolly Parton herself, with plenty of opportunities
More details for Epcot’s Creations Shop revealed by Disney
Work is still ongoing for the new flagship merchandise location in Epcot, Creations Shop. This new store is replacing Mouse Gears. Imagineer Zach Riddley shared some of the design process on his Instagram. Related – Progress is being made on the Creations Shop in Epcot replacing Mouse Gears The design
Aerial view of the Disney World Swan Reserve construction almost complete
Disney World Swan Reserve construction is moving along fast and is indeed almost complete. In new aerial photos just obtained from bioreconstruct Twitter feed, clearly shown is the Sawn Reserve in an almost finished stage. You can check out his tweets below. This 14-story hotel is scheduled to open in
Construction update for Mickey & Minnie Runaway Railway in Disneyland
Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway is coming to Disneyland! The attraction is also located in Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World. Related – Disneyland to welcome out of state guests starting on June 15th The Disneyland version of the ride is coming to Mickey’s ToonTown and is set to
DVC Announces Expansion at The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort
We have some exciting news to share! 200 new Disney Vacation Club Villas are coming to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Read one for more details. Today, Disney Vacation Club shared plans to reimagine one building of existing hotel rooms at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa into Disney
Disney Cruise Line wants to use Fort Lauderdale as another year-round port
Disney Cruise Line is looking to use another Florida port as a year-round port. Disney wants to bring its magical ships to Fort Lauderdale starting next year. The request has been made with Port Everglades. Broward County now needs to approve the deal. Related – Disney Cruise Line Updates Final
Jungle Cruise Trader Sam update for the Magic Kingdom
According to Disney Guests visiting Magic Kingdom may soon notice the latest updates coming to the Jungle Cruise as they come around that final bend. Trader Sam is charting a new adventure along the river at both Disneyland and Magic Kingdom Parks. Ever wonder what happened to that gramophone you accidentally left behind on the boat during your last
Portillo’s possibly opening another location in Orlando
Portillo’s Orlando may be getting a second location according to The Orlando Business Journal. The new location would be 6362 International Drive, the home of the old Ponderosa Steak House. There has been no official announcement yet. Portillo’s is known for our famous Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, chopped
Raising Cane’s explores future locations near Disney World
Raising Cane’s is exploring the Orlando area for its next 2 locations, sources are saying. The Loop West Shopping Center in Kissimmee and near Lake Nona at Narcoossee Road and Vickrey Place may be the lucky winners. This will mark the 4th major food franchise expanding to the Central Florida
Universal & Brightline unable to come up with an agreement for International Drive stop
Universal & Brightline are at an impasse after the latest round of meetings on April 8, 2021. The standoff comes down to money, as is always the case. At stake are the numerous visitors expected to ride the Brightline train with only 2 stops locally. Disney Springs area, which is
Jungle Cruise will remain open as work starts on update
Walt Disney Imagineer Zach Riddley has shared with us more information on the upcoming update to the Jungle Cruise along with a new piece of Concept Art. Related – Disney Shares New Details on Upcoming Enhancements to the Jungle Cruise You may start to notice some monkey business along the
TRON Lightcycle Run Canopy Completed
TRON Lightcycle Run has forever changed the skyline of Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom park, with the capping of the curved canopy for the outside portion of the ride. Guest will experience speeds of 60 mph on the roller coaster track that will be both indoors and outdoors. The seats
