Multi-Day Celebration at Disney’s Animal Kingdom for 50th Anniversary of Earth Day

Disney’s Animal Kingdom will host special entertainment and activities throughout the park on April 18th through 22nd, 2020. A large celebration will take place on Earth Day – April 22nd. Each day features a great lineup of expert speakers and entertainment, behind-the-scenes tours, specialty food and beverage, limited-edition merchandise signings, character

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Fantastic Events Await at Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s Party for the Planet

The month of April is upon us so it is just about time to party! Party for the Planet that is, the annual event to celebrate Animal Kingdom and our planet will be held April 20-22 this year at Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park. Fun events, artwork, merchandise, and meet

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‘Inside Disney Parks’ – Disney’s Animal Kingdom Episode Features Imagineer Joe Rohde

Celebrate 20 years of Animal Kingdom with Disney Parks Blog‘s latest video of ‘Inside Disney Parks’. Portfolio Creative Executive for Walt Disney Imagineering, Joe Rohde kicks off with a new episode of “Inside Disney Parks” with his special “Top 5 Places” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Then go behind the scenes of the

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Visit Africa with Disney Imagineer Joe Rohde and Dr. Mark Penning

The moment all Disney die-hards have been waiting for has arrived: you can now visit Africa with Disney Imagineer Joe Rohde and Dr. Mark Penning! Rohde has been taking individuals to Africa for over 25 years, with the mission to help designs and create Animal Kingdom, making it look as authentic

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Imagineers Donate Their Personal Artwork to Help Save the Sumatran Rhino

We all know how talented Imagineers are. How magical would it be to own a piece of their personal collection while helping to save the world’s most endangered animals, the Sumatran Rhino? Here is your chance to do just that! The Sumatran Rhino calls Indonesia home. However, most people who live

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New Pandora Video Shows Imagineers Traveling to Bali and Jakarta for Inspiration

If you’ve been watching all of the fantastic footage Disney has released of Animal Kingdom’s newest expansion Pandora: The World of Avatar, chances are you’ve been wondering how Disney’s fantastic Imagineering Team came up with the ideas and inspirations for this magical new world. Well Disney released a brand new

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New Amazing Nighttime Photos of Pandora Released

Today Bloomberg has released some amazing new nighttime photos of Pandora – The World of Avatar. We can now see what this land will look like when the sun goes down. And it is stunning! Pandora has been designed by Disney Imagineers to give guests two unique visual experiences, depending

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Pandora comes alive! New details on the World of AVATAR at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

There’s an incredible lineup of new attractions and experiences coming to all four Walt Disney World Resort theme parks this summer. Here are some new details on how Pandora – The World of AVATAR will come to life at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park in 2017. Imagineer Joe Rohde and Lightstorm Entertainment film

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Disney to Celebrate the 15th Anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom April 22

Are you planning on attending the 15th anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom this Earth Day, April 22? Here are a few of the details of what’s planned for the park’s anniversary. Special opening ceremony – Meet at the Tree of Life at 8:40 a.m., to hear from Josh D’Amaro, Vice

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Details Announced for Expanded Water Fun and Dining Options at Disney’s Aulani Resort

Last week some additional details about the new water features and two new quick-service restaurants were unveiled by Joe Rohde, Walt Disney Imagineering Senior Vice President, who led the design work on Aulani. New water features will include a themed family pool, extending literally to the very edge of the

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TEA Honors Joe Rohde and Disney with Thea Awards

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Nov. 16, 2011 – The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) recently announced recipients of its 18th annual Thea Awards, and Disney Theme Parks and Resorts received four honors, including a lifetime achievement award for Walt Disney Imagineer Joe Rohde. The awards, which will be presented at a gala in March, recognize and …

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Walt Disney World Resort Welcomes the PRSA 2011 International Conference to Orlando

As a destination that combines imagination with exceptional storytelling to inspire people of all ages, Walt Disney World Resort, will serve as the premiere sponsor of the Public Relations Society of America‘s (PRSA) 2011 International Conference, Oct. 15–18, in Orlando, Fla. “Walt Disney World Resort is an ideal sponsor for

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