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PHOTOS: Rockwork Reconstruction Underway as Splash Mountain is Reimagined to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

April 23, 2023

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Construction has really began picking up speed as Splash Mountain is being reimagined to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Rockwork Reconstruction Underway We stopped by Magic Kingdom today and noticed the construction crew working on the transformation from Splash Mountain to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure were hard at work at the bottom of the flume. Much of the … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Underway on Tiana’s Palace at New Orleans Square in Disneyland

April 5, 2023

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Construction is underway at Tiana’s Palace, a new restaurant themed to “The Princess and the Frog” over in New Orleans Square at Disneyland. French Market Restaurant closed in February to be turned into Tiana’s Palace. Tiana’s Palace Construction We stopped by to get a sneak peek at the construction. Much of the exterior of the … Read more

CONFIRMED: Splash Mountain at Disneyland to Close Forever in May 2023

March 26, 2023March 26, 2023

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

UPDATE: Disneyland Resort is unwilling to confirm the date that was released to the OC Register and is stating there is no current date set for the closure of the attraction. Rumors first reported on WDWNT.com of Splash Mountain’s closure at Disneyland have been confirmed and the ride will cease operation in May 2023, according … Read more

New Disney100 Displays Installed in Creations Shop at EPCOT

March 22, 2023

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New Disney100 Displays have made their way to the Creations Shop at EPCOT to celebrate 100 Years of Wonder at the Walt Disney Company. Disney100 Displays at Creations Shop With Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary coming to a close, we have been seeing more of its decorations and merchandise disappearing throughout the parks. Lots of … Read more

‘Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah’ Line Removed From ‘Magic Happens’ Parade at Disneyland

February 26, 2023February 26, 2023

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Justin Topa

Justin Topa has been a staff writer for WDW News Today since November 2022. A native of Scranton, Pa., Topa is almost always daydreaming about Walt Disney World. On days when he is not rope-dropping or resort-hopping, you could probably find Topa sulking at home with his two dogs. You can e-mail Topa at JustinT@WDWNT.com.

The “Magic Happens” Parade returned to Disneyland Park this afternoon and “Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah” was noticeably missing from the finale of the show.

Mary Poppins, Bert, Walt Disney with Dumbo and Timothy, & More New Disney100 Funko Pop! Figures Celebrate Disney’s 100 Years of Wonder

January 26, 2023

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Justin Topa

Justin Topa has been a staff writer for WDW News Today since November 2022. A native of Scranton, Pa., Topa is almost always daydreaming about Walt Disney World. On days when he is not rope-dropping or resort-hopping, you could probably find Topa sulking at home with his two dogs. You can e-mail Topa at JustinT@WDWNT.com.

A new collection of Disney100 Funko Pop! figurines have been revealed in celebration of Disney’s 100 Years of Wonder anniversary celebration, including Mary Poppins and her beloved Bert and several new figures of Walt Disney, himself.

New ‘The Princess and the Frog’ Merchandise Available at Disneyland Resort

October 5, 2022

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On our most recent stop through Disneyland Park, we noticed a new line of clothing based on “The Princess and the Frog!” You may need to dig a little deeper in your pocketbook to pick it all up. “The Princess and the Frog” Overalls by Color Me Courtney – $84.99 This lovely set of overalls … Read more

New Princess Tiana Merchandise Debuts at Disneyland Resort

September 22, 2022

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

The new Eudora’s Chic Boutique Featuring Tiana’s Gourmet Secrets is now open in New Orleans Square at Disneyland and a whole batch of new “Princess and the Frog” merchandise arrived with it. “Princess and the Frog” Inspired Handbag – $44.99 This luggage-shaped handbag with a mint green handle features a bright yellow faux leather covering … Read more

New White and Gold Tiana-Themed Ears Sail into Disneyland Resort

August 1, 2022

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Spencer Lloyd

Spencer Lloyd is a college student/parks addict living in Tokyo. He runs TDRPlans.com, a comprehensive source for information and travel planning related to Tokyo Disney Resort. And fun fact, he is the only person in history to have been in the same ride vehicle as Tom Corless.

While we’re “Almost There” with the kickoff on constructing Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Critter Country, you can get excited now with a new pair of Tiana-themed ears we found in the World of Disney Store! Tiana White/Gold Ear Headband – $29.99 These white and gold ears have a black inner lining on the headband. Both … Read more

First Look at Tiana’s New Outfit for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

July 1, 2022

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

Disney announced this morning that the new ride replacing Splash Mountain would be called Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and open in late 2024. They have now revealed Princess Tiana’s new outfit for the ride. Tiana is wearing brown boots, grey pants, and a yellow top with a red bandana. She also has a green jacket and … Read more

BREAKING: “Tiana’s Bayou Adventure” Ride Announced to Replace Splash Mountain, Disney Officially Gives Opening Timeframe

July 1, 2022

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

During the Essence Festival of Culture in New Orleans today, Disney announced that the replacement of Splash Mountain inspired by “The Princess and the Frog” will be called Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. The new ride will replace Splash Mountain at both Disneyland and Magic Kingdom. The story of the ride is that Tiana, with Naveen and … Read more

Florida Man Poses as Walt Disney World Security and Steals R2-D2 Droid to Try and Earn Job, Two New Villains Teased for Oogie Boogie Bash, $5000 Star Wars Cocktail, & More: Daily Recap (6/29/22)

June 29, 2022

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Spencer Lloyd

Spencer Lloyd is a college student/parks addict living in Tokyo. He runs TDRPlans.com, a comprehensive source for information and travel planning related to Tokyo Disney Resort. And fun fact, he is the only person in history to have been in the same ride vehicle as Tom Corless.

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, June 29, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Disney to Share More on ‘Princess and the Frog’ Splash Mountain Overlay at Essence Festival of Culture in New Orleans

June 29, 2022

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Spencer Lloyd

Spencer Lloyd is a college student/parks addict living in Tokyo. He runs TDRPlans.com, a comprehensive source for information and travel planning related to Tokyo Disney Resort. And fun fact, he is the only person in history to have been in the same ride vehicle as Tom Corless.

As we revealed earlier this month, Disney will be sharing more details on its upcoming “Princess and the Frog” overlay to Splash Mountain next month at the Essence Festival of Culture in New Orleans. We now have a look at individual panel schedules which lay out possible points that Disney could use to reveal more … Read more

Tiana Ornament, Magnets, Tee, and Tervis Tumbler Debut at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter

June 21, 2022

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter has a new ornament, Tervis tumbler, and more featuring Tiana from “The Princess and the Frog.” We found these in Jackson Square Gifts & Desires. Tiana Ornament – $29.99 This ornament has a blue ribbon. Tiana is featured in her green wedding dress. She is in a sparkling … Read more

VIDEO: Watch a Sneak Peek at Dress Rehearsal for ‘Harmonious Live!’ at EPCOT, Including a Gospel Choir Performing ‘Dig a Little Deeper’

June 20, 2022

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Dress Rehearsal began tonight at EPCOT for “Harmonious Live!” set to perform live on June 21 on Disney+. The show will be hosted by “Frozen” actress Idina Menzel and will guest star several other musicians, including Auli‘i Cravalho from “Moana.” During dress rehearsals, we got a sneak peek of what’s to come for Harmonious Live!. … Read more

Imagineer Charita Carter Opens Up About the Pressure of Making New ‘Princess and the Frog’ Attraction in Interview

June 16, 2022

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

Essence has published a new profile piece about Charita Carter, the Imagineer leading the transformation of Splash Mountain into a “The Princess and the Frog” attraction. Carter spoke about her years at Walt Disney Imagineering and the pressure of designing new attractions. Carter grew up 120 miles away from Disneyland, but visited with her family … Read more

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