Tag: Disney’s Animal Kingdom
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VIDEO: Trailer Released for Magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Ahead of Arrival on Disney+
Magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom arrives on Disney+ on Friday, September 25th. Ahead of its arrival, Disney has released a trailer for this series that was produced by National Geographic. Josh Gad narrates the series as it takes a look behind the scenes of the different animal exhibits at both Disney’s Animal Kingdom and EPCOT.…
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All You Need to Know About Current Trips to Walt Disney World And More! – DAPS MAGIC Live!
With the impact of coronavirus, it is a very interesting time to be a Disney Parks fan. There are lots of questions swirling around during this unprecedented time. Is it safe to go? What are the risks? Are the parks any fun during this time of phased reopening? Does the reservation system work? Do people…
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Celebrates Birth of Baby Mandrill
This week, Disney’s Animal Kingdom celebrated an exciting new addition! On July 25, Walt Disney World Resort welcomed the newest baby mandrill to the wild world of the animal kingdom! One of the most exciting things about this new addition is that guests are able to see this family bonding! This baby was born to…
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To Disney or Not to Disney? – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1041 (#512)
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week, it’s all about the question of to Disney or not to Disney? This comes as Disney is opening some places around the world and other places are closing. The show begins with a discussion about the reopening of Downtown Disney District and how safe it feels.…
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Welcome Back – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! After a brief hiatus for holidays and birthdays, we return with the weekly highlights of Disney and geek news. There is a LOT to cover this week. However, we narrow it down as much as we possibly. First off, there have been quite a few reopenings since our last report.…
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Photo Report: Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Reopening
Today Walt Disney World Resort took the next step of its phased reopening with Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom welcoming guests back after being closed for months. On a beautiful morning, guests returned to the parks. Before that, preparations for the day were made by cast members led by Josh D’Amaro, the Chairman of…
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Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Reopen at Walt Disney World Resort
Disney Parks continue phased reopenings around the world. Today at Walt Disney World Resort, the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom reopened. Thousands of guests streamed into the parks and enjoyed experienced the magic again. As part of the phased reopening protocols, temperatures were taken before guests were allowed to enter the parks, and face…
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Magic Kingdom Park Opens for Previews with New Safety Protocols
DisneySince Walt Disney World Resort closed in March, fans have been patiently waiting for when then gates will reopen and let the magic happen once again. Today, cast previews have begun at Magic Kingdom Park and Disney’s Animal Kingdom and these previews are allowing fans to get a glimpse of what they can expect when…
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Walt Disney World Resort Cast Members Get Health and Safety Training as They Return to Work
With just over a week until Walt Disney World Resort parks begin reopening, Cast Members have begun to return to work. Part of the process of returning for Cast Members includes training on the health and safety protocols now in place due to COVID-19. As Cast Members return, they go through a day of health…
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Here’s What Will Be Open and Closed When the Parks Reopen at Walt Disney World Resort
With the reopening of Walt Disney World Resort coming on July 11th, many people have wondered what exactly will be open and closed. Today, Disney has revealed what entertainment and attractions will be available when the parks reopen and what won’t. Things will definitely be a bit different when guests return to Magic Kingdom and…
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Porcupine Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Named After Walt Disney World Resort Cast Member
A porcupine that was born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom now has a name. Shelley the porcupette was named after Disney Cast Member Shelley, a veterinary services manager at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Shelley, the Cast Member, played a significant role in the birth of this young one. She was born on February 25, 2020, and already…
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The Magic of Nature Found in Disney Parks and Beyond on Earth Day!
Today marks the 50th Earth Day! It also happens to be the anniversary of the opening of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This beautiful park at Walt Disney World Resort opened on April 22, 1998. Covering 580 acres, it is the largest Disney theme park in the world! It is a park that is devoted to experiencing…
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Welcomes Baby Zebra and Porcupine to the Park
Though Walt Disney World Resort is currently closed to the public, the magic doesn’t stop! This month, Disney’s Animal Kingdom has welcomed a new baby zebra and porcupine to the park. These new babies were born to animals that already live in Disney’s herds and will continue to live on property! The female prehensile-tailed porcupine,…
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom To Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day April 18-22
Special activities and entertainment are coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom April 18-22. This is to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, as well as the 25th anniversary of the Disney Conservation Fund. The celebration will end with an all-day extravaganza on Earth Day, April 22. Each day of festivities includes a stellar lineup of…
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Roger’s Top 5 Walt Disney World Experiences
I recently spent a week at Walt Disney World, and while it’s one of my favorite places to visit, I try to find a highlight of each visit. This time around, I will share my top 5 favorite experiences. Number 5 Number 5 on my top 5 at Walt Disney World is a tie between…
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Walt Disney World Announces Extra Disney After Hours in 2020 For Sale
The Walt Disney World Resort has announced extra Disney After Hours events for the Magic Kingdom and also Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The new dates are in addition to previously announced dates. They include the following dates: Magic Kingdom Park January 23, 27 & 31 February 3, 10, 17 & 24 March 2, 9, 16, 23…
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Merry Menagerie of Winter Animals Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom for Holiday Season
This year, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is transforming in a pretty amazing way for the holidays! Whether you adventure to Africa or to the distant world of Pandora, each corner of the park will be a winter wonderland! In an exciting addition, the park is bringing a Merry Menagerie of winter animals will delight guests all…
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Disney Shares Preview of Holiday Tree of Life at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
This year Disney’s Animal Kingdom is getting a heavy dose of holiday magic. When the holidays arrive at the Walt Disney World Resort, they will be sprinkling their magic on all four of the main theme parks there. Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be decorated to celebrate the spirit of the season. It will also be…
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Get Festive With Your Special Look into Holiday Decor at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Are you ready to get festive at Walt Disney World Resort? Get ready with your sneak peek into decorations for each land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Watch this video below for your special behind-the-scenes look! In Discovery Island, guests will find that all the decorations were handmade by the community of artists. At night, guests…
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom to Offer New Year’s Eve 2019 Celebration!
There are many places to celebrate New Year’s Eve 2019. This year, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is one of them! The park will remain open until midnight for guests to celebrate New Year’s Eve on December 31, 2019. The entire park will come even more alive for the celebration. DJs will be found in Asia, Discovery…
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New Baby Eland Arrives At Walt Disney World Resort As Storm Departs
This week most of the news surrounding the Walt Disney World Resort has been focused on Hurricane Dorian. However, as the storm mainly passed the Walt Disney World Resort without causing too many disruptions. As the storm continued past the Walt Disney World Resort, Cast Members were kept busy preparing for the storm to arrive.…
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Walt Disney World Resort Offers More Disney After Hour Events at Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Disney After Hours continues to offer Disney guests opportunities to experience the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom in a unique way! Guests going to these parties get three hours in the Magic Kingdom or Disney’s Animal Kingdom all to themselves! They are also allowed to arrive at the respective park at 7:00 pm before…
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom to Offer New Holiday Experience!
This holiday season will be merrier than ever at the Walt Disney World Resort. At Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the entire park will celebrate the season for the first time. As guests tour the park, they will find festive decor and entertainment in every land in the park. This will include Pandora – The World of…