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🎃 Disney’s Galapagos tortoise ‘monsters’ celebrate National Pumpkin Day
Read full article: 🎃 Disney’s Galapagos tortoise ‘monsters’ celebrate National Pumpkin DayIt's National Pumpkin Day, and at Walt Disney World Resort's Animal Nutrition Center, the "chefs" are whipping up a wholesome treat for a group of giant Galapagos tortoises at Disney's Animal Kingdom.
Walt Disney World’s newest $1M donation to help even more Central Florida nonprofits
Read full article: Walt Disney World’s newest $1M donation to help even more Central Florida nonprofitsWalt Disney World recently surprised 12 non-profits with a $1 million donation, furthering its mission to help the Central Florida community even more.
Disney’s ‘Festival of the Lion King’ roars back to life with tumble monkeys, aerial dancers
Read full article: Disney’s ‘Festival of the Lion King’ roars back to life with tumble monkeys, aerial dancersAnimal Kingdom’s “Festival of the Lion King” show roared back to life Saturday at Walt Disney World.
Disney gives opening date for ‘Finding Nemo: The Big Blue... and Beyond!’
Read full article: Disney gives opening date for ‘Finding Nemo: The Big Blue... and Beyond!’The fully updated, 25-minute stage show incorporates live performers and puppets, along with many favorite production numbers from the original show.
4 springtime activities we love at Walt Disney World
Read full article: 4 springtime activities we love at Walt Disney WorldThe resort is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary celebration, and now is the perfect time to celebrate the season and upcoming Easter holiday. If you plan on visiting, we have uncovered a number of fun activities for families to experience while out exploring the theme parks and nearby resort hotels.
Nice to meet you, again: Disney brings back non-distanced character meet-and-greets
Read full article: Nice to meet you, again: Disney brings back non-distanced character meet-and-greetsIt’s perhaps one of the last things that guests at Walt Disney World have been waiting to see return: an up-close moment, picture or autograph with Mickey Mouse and other popular characters.
Here’s how Disney is celebrating Earth Month at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Read full article: Here’s how Disney is celebrating Earth Month at Disney’s Animal KingdomWalt Disney World is offering a number of special opportunities for guests to get up-close with nature this month at Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park.
Ranger the baby rhino makes big savanna debut at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Read full article: Ranger the baby rhino makes big savanna debut at Disney’s Animal KingdomORLANDO, Fla – Walt Disney World said the new baby rhino, Ranger, joined the crash of rhinos Tuesday at Animal Kingdom’s Kilimanjaro Safaris. The 600-pound baby white rhino was born to mother Kendi in October 2020 and received his name last month. AdRanger joins herd at Kilimanjaro Safaris (Disney Parks Blog)During the major milestone out on the savanna, officials said Ranger charged out with energy, pride and enthusiasm. In a blog post, Disney’s animal keepers said on his first day Ranger took a nap, nursed and explored his new environment, plunging right into the mud alongside his mom. Disney officials said Kendi and Ranger will start spending more time on the savanna in the coming days.
Disney workers appeal firing over sweaty cosutmes
Read full article: Disney workers appeal firing over sweaty cosutmesORLANDO, Fla. – Three performers were fired from the "Festival of the Lion King" show at Disney's Animal Kingdom after they would not put on sweaty costumes, according to the Orlando Sentinel. The workers say other workers sweaty garments touched their clothes. Obviously, wearing these costume pieces isn't an option because they're soiled. Local 6 talked to a Disney representative who said, "We disagree with the assertion and will share the case with an arbitrator in December." Local 6 asked Disney if it could discuss the costume cleaning process, but the company was not able to comment further,
Baby gorilla born at Disney's Animal Kingdom
Read full article: Baby gorilla born at Disney's Animal KingdomLAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – A baby gorilla is adjusting to life at Disney after being born last week at Animal Kingdom. [PHOTOS: Baby gorilla born at Disney's Animal Kingdom]The baby boy, which has yet to be named, was born August 7 to mother Azizi and father Gino. Most gorilla mothers keep their offspring close for several months as the infants adjust to their environment, Disney said. The baby is the fourth gorilla born at Disney's Animal Kingdom. Gorillas are the largest of all primates, standing 5 to 6 feet tall and weighing up to 450 pounds.