Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2022 Edition

[CarolynFH]

Is it wrong for me to want one of these for my front yard? (Well, maybe not quite this big, but...)

LOL! Our HOA would probably hand-deliver the letter telling us to take it down the same day we put it up! They have no sense of humor!

 

[Princess Mom 87]

https://blogmickey.com/2022/06/more...animal-kingdom-and-magic-kingdom-this-summer/

No word on Pooh at CP but buzz and woody should be back "soon."

Hopefully when I’m there! My little one loves them!

 

[mrsap]

LinkedIn Ranks Disney #1 In Media & Entertainment Companies​

 

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Fourth of July Lighting Being Tested for Spaceship Earth at EPCOT​

The Most Magical Podcast on Earth shared a video on Twitter of a Fourth of July lighting test on Spaceship Earth at EPCOT.

 

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TriceraTop Spin Reopens Following Refurbishment at Disney’s Animal Kingdom​

TriceraTop Spin in DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is spinning again after a short refurbishment.

 

[disney-inspired]

TriceraTop Spin Reopens Following Refurbishment at Disney’s Animal Kingdom​

TriceraTop Spin in DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is spinning again after a short refurbishment.

I wish they had kept Primeval whirl instead....

 

[mrsap]

Disney Springs West Side guest entrance from the Orange Garage returns to operation on a limited schedule​

The long-closed Disney Springs West Side guest entrance from the Orange Garage has reopened on a limited schedule during weekends.

The West Side entrance between Splitsville and AMC is now in operation Friday from 5pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 10am.

 

[Smugpugmug]

I wish they had kept Primeval whirl instead....

Same I heard they got rid of it because the company that manufactured the ride went out of business and Disney could no longer get the parts for repairs.

 

[BrianL]

Same I heard they got rid of it because the company that manufactured the ride went out of business and Disney could no longer get the parts for repairs.

Yes, that is the case. They went out of business back in 2008, but the supply of parts was abel to last for a while. Unfortunately, it can't last forever. It'd be nice if they announced something to take its place though!

 

[Smugpugmug]

Yes, that is the case. They went out of business back in 2008, but the supply of parts was abel to last for a while. Unfortunately, it can't last forever. It'd be nice if they announced something to take its place though!

I'm hoping for something new in that space too. I would totally be okay if Disney decided to retheme Dinosaur and completely get rid of Dinoland if it meant getting a cool new land.

 

[mickey916]

Fourth of July Lighting Being Tested for Spaceship Earth at EPCOT​

The Most Magical Podcast on Earth shared a video on Twitter of a Fourth of July lighting test on Spaceship Earth at EPCOT.

Sponsored by PepsiCo...LOL

 

[Aprilshack]

Fourth of July Lighting Being Tested for Spaceship Earth at EPCOT​

The Most Magical Podcast on Earth shared a video on Twitter of a Fourth of July lighting test on Spaceship Earth at EPCOT.

Are Pepsi the sponsor now?

 

[bbeagle]

I'm hoping for something new in that space too. I would totally be okay if Disney decided to retheme Dinosaur and completely get rid of Dinoland if it meant getting a cool new land.

A magical Unicorn land would be a big hit for young girls. Maybe even tie in with My Little Pony

 

[Smugpugmug]

A magical Unicorn land would be a big hit for young girls. Maybe even tie in with My Little Pony

Unsure if they have the rights for My Little Pony. I could be down for a mythical creature land, similar to the one that was initially planned until Dinoland was put in it's place instead.

 

[1lilspark]

Unsure if they have the rights for My Little Pony. I could be down for a mythical creature land, similar to the one that was initially planned until Dinoland was put in it's place instead.

That’s what Pandora is… I can see Dinoland becoming South America with dinosaur possibly reskinned to Indy, triceratops spin replaced by an up themed flat ride and some form of Encanto attraction themed to Antonio (or just a book report style dark ride) or a total overhaul and make a land similar to Zootopia in Shanghai however due to logistics they couldn’t start the project until 5 years after china’s opens

 

[Smugpugmug]

That’s what Pandora is… I can see Dinoland becoming South America with dinosaur possibly reskinned to Indy, triceratops spin replaced by an up themed flat ride and some form of Encanto attraction themed to Antonio (or just a book report style dark ride)

In my head I was thinking something more in line of Beastly Kingdom, the land that was initially going to be in AK but was not built due to budget issues. But honestly I don't see Disney building a land that doesn't incorporate IPs in some way so that probably won't get built. Unsure if Encanto fits into AK though. I would love an Encanto dark ride though as it seems like a great fit for one.

 

[mrsap]

Disneyland News:

Disneyland Casting ‘Wong’ From Doctor Strange for Future Entertainment Offering

The Disneyland Resort is seeking actors to play Wong from Doctor Strange and Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings for a future entertainment offering at the Disneyland Resort. It’s possible that Wong could arrive at Avengers Campus as the land continues to evolve and “live” in the Marvel Universe.

 

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Disney Cruise News:

New Images, Art, and Information About Disney Wish Revealed in D23 Magazine​

The Disney Wish graced this summer’s issue of D23 Magazine, and the story inside is chockfull of newly revealed details about the ship. Here’s everything new we learned about the ship’s restaurants, shows, and more!

 

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Star Wars Launch Bay Character Meet and Greets Added to Genie+ Lightning Lane

Guests looking to skip the line to meet Darth Vader or Chewbacca will have the opportunity to purchase the Disney Genie+ service and use the Lightning Lane to reduce the time they wait to meet the characters. As a reminder, Star Wars Launch Bay reopens July 17th.

 

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BREAKING: Walt Disney World Cancels Brightline High-Speed Rail Station at Disney Springs​

A Disney representative confirmed today that the Brightline high-speed rail station set to open at Disney Springs has been cancelled.

Walt Disney World spokesperson Avery Mather stated “As many people who are involved in this project are aware, the new route configuration does not support a Disney Springs station and as a result, we don’t anticipate being part of this project.” Brightline representative were not available for comment.

Brightline is currently working on plans to connect Tampa and Orlando by high-speed rail, with a stop planned at the Orange County Convention Center, across from Universal Orlando Resort’s upcoming Epic Universe park. Running along the I-4 corridor, the train was set to connect to Disney Springs and allow access to Walt Disney World.