Crossroads shopping center near Disney World is now officially closed. A popular shopping center, originally built by Disney and had changed ownership many times over the years, is officially permanently closed for business. Crossroads Shopping. Crossroads of Lake Buena Vista will become a major contribution site over the next 5
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Work begins on sidewalk and landscaping for Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind
Work begins on sidewalk and landscaping for Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind. Work is moving along at Guardian’s and also at Space 220. With the release of information about the opening of Space 220 coming up on September 20, 2021, we got some new images of the walkway leading
New Mickey Mural sneak peek from Epcot’s Creations Shop
New Mickey Mural sneak peek from Epcot’s Creations Shop. Zach Riddley, an Imagineer at Walt Disney World, has been giving updates on some of the goings-on during Epcot’s construction and refurbishments. Recently, Zach gave us some info on what goes into picking rug colors for the new Space 220 restaurant,
Construction continues on the Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind Coaster in Epcot
Construction continues on the Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind Coaster in Epcot. No opening date has come from DIsney officially, but construction is moving along. With the roof being fully covered in weatherproofing, and now almost finished with the actual roofing itself. Same with what appears to be the
Disney Shares look inside Space 220 Restaurant
Disney Shares look inside Space 220 Restaurant. Zach Riddley, the Imagineer at Disney Parks has been working recently on Space 220in Epcot’s Future World. Recently, he shared a few Instagram posts recently. One is about the flooring and the design going into the new restaurant. The other post was a
Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chip at ICON! Park Review
Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chip at ICON! Park Review. Chef Gordon Ramsay has opened a new fast-casual restaurant in ICON! Park on International Drive in Orlando. Located in a small Fish and Chips shop in the center of ICON Park, under the Wheel, which serves as an amazing view while
GORDON RAMSAY FISH & CHIPS OPENS AT ICON PARK
GORDON RAMSAY FISH & CHIPS OPENS AT ICON PARK. One thing Central Florida has in abundance is Fish & Chips restaurants. I equate it to all the lovely British people who vacation here or have a second house. The British love of Central Florida is immense. So what does it
Disney confirms torches will be part of Harmonious
Disney confirms torches will be part of Harmonious. Giant torches surround the World Showcase Lagoon at Disney’s Epcot, and although they have not been used recently, they still stand and work. Used as part of Illuminations, they have sat dormant since the show closed 2 years ago. They have undergone
Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Cast Member Preview Dates announced
Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Cast Member Preview Dates announced. Late last week, DVC members started receiving an email from Disney about upcoming previews which start on September 5th. Then it was the Annual Passholder’s turn to get an email for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Preview which starts September 4th. Now we have
New structural work being done on Tron Lightcycle Run
New structural work is being done on Tron Lightcycle Run in the Magic Kingdom. Excitement is building as Tron Lightcycle Run construction is entering a new phase. Blue netting is almost complete on the dome structure. This blue netting is a temporary cover while the main dome is being installed.
Behind the scenes look at the Progress for the Creations Shop in Epcot
Construction continues in Epcot as Disney works to expand and reimagine areas of the park. Imagineer Zach Riddley took to Instagram yesterday to share some behind-the-scenes looks at one of those areas! The Creations Shop is replacing Mouse Gears and has been under construction since earlier this year. Related –
Work to begin on Grand Floridian Disney Vacation Club Rooms
Work to begin on Grand Floridian Disney Vacation Club Rooms. Looks like permits are filed and work is set to start on the Big Pine Key building. Back in May, we got word that DVC will be transforming the hotel rooms into 200 DVC Studio rooms. Big Pine is located
Disney investing $864 million for new Florida campus
Disney investing $864 million for new Florida campus with more than $570 million that could come back to Disney over two decades in the form of tax breaks. Disney applied for the credit and was approved in February of last year. They will see the return from Florida’s Capital Investment
Epcot draining ponds as they prepare for Moana’s Journey of Water
Epcot is once again draining some of the ponds in the park, this time in preparation for Moana’s Journey of Water. The new attraction will be the first Moana-themed at Walt Disney World and will be an exploration trail rather than a ride. Related – Aerial view of Moana Journey
