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What's New at Walt Disney World?

Posted: Mon Oct 19, 2009 12:32 am
by Nala
Hey guys, going to Florida from December 2-16. I was wondering what's new since last September. Last time we were there was in September 2008 and we saw a lot of pumpkins for halloween. Any help would be appreciated.

Posted: Tue Nov 10, 2009 5:28 am
by blackcauldron85
Space Mountain got refurbished, and there's the Tiana's Jubilee show, and Pixie Hollow. Off the top of my head, that's all I can think of.

I thought that this was interesting: it's a list of things WDW's been spending money on, fixing and whatnot:

Recession slows some construction at Disney World — but not all
http://thedailydisney.com/blog/2009/11/ ... t-not-all/
(via disneyreport.com)

Posted: Tue Nov 10, 2009 6:04 am
by zackisthewalrus
The American Idol Experience is open.

Posted: Sat Nov 14, 2009 7:32 pm
by Nala
blackcauldron85 wrote:Space Mountain got refurbished, and there's the Tiana's Jubilee show, and Pixie Hollow. Off the top of my head, that's all I can think of.

I thought that this was interesting: it's a list of things WDW's been spending money on, fixing and whatnot:

Recession slows some construction at Disney World — but not all
http://thedailydisney.com/blog/2009/11/ ... t-not-all/
(via disneyreport.com)
When we were at WDW in September we had supper at Pinocchio Village Haus. The food was good. Yummy!

Posted: Thu Dec 17, 2009 5:39 am
by blackcauldron85
Cantina de San Angel set for major refurbishment in early 2010
http://wdwmagic.com/Dining/Cantina-de-S ... y-2010.htm

Posted: Thu Dec 17, 2009 4:09 pm
by Super Aurora
blackcauldron85 wrote:Cantina de San Angel set for major refurbishment in early 2010
http://wdwmagic.com/Dining/Cantina-de-S ... y-2010.htm
HOLY SHIT. I love that place. They had tasty "wet burritos"

Posted: Thu Dec 17, 2009 4:30 pm
by blackcauldron85
Super Aurora wrote: They had tasty "wet burritos"
Yes, the wet burritos are muy bueno! I wonder how much, if at all, the menu will change, though- maybe it'll just be expanded seating and similar things?

Posted: Sun Dec 20, 2009 8:47 am
by blackcauldron85
New Latin Options at Epcot's Refreshment Port
http://www.laughingplace.com/Latest.asp?I1=ID&I2=72875

Sounds Dangerous making a brief reopening over the holidays to soak up those crowds
http://wdwmagic.com/Attractions/Sounds- ... crowds.htm
(via disneyreport.com)

Cinderella Castle front side refurbishment coming in January 2010
http://www.wdwmagic.com/Attractions/Cin ... y-2010.htm
(via disneyreport.com)

Posted: Tue Dec 22, 2009 4:53 am
by blackcauldron85
WDW Refurb Update: CSR Pool in Jan; Backlot Tour and Studio Catering Company in Feb
http://www.stitchkingdom.com/2009/12/21 ... ny-in-feb/
(via disneyreport.com)

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http://www.mouseplanet.com/9098/Walt_Di ... ort_Update

It appears that a new pizzeria will be coming to Epcot's Italy pavilion. A construction permit has been filed for construction of the new pizzeria, naming the Patina Group as the owner/operator of the facility. Patina also owns and operates Tutto Italia.

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Rock 'n Roller Coaster Queue Changes
http://www.studioscentral.com/column/st ... ue-changes
(via disneyreport.com, via mouseplanet.com
A queueless standby wait area was tested Tuesday through Thursday at Rock 'n' Roller Coaster at Disney's Hollywood Studios. This appears to be an early test for the queueless standby area for the proposed new "Double Dumbo" attraction coming to the Magic Kingdom park in 2012. (text from mouseplanet.com)

Posted: Wed Dec 23, 2009 6:14 am
by blackcauldron85
info about a star-studded Celebration of Volunteerism:

Muppets to Lead Disney Parks Afternoon Parades in 2010
http://www.stitchkingdom.com/2009/12/22 ... s-in-2010/
(via disneyreport.com)

Posted: Thu Dec 24, 2009 10:38 am
by blackcauldron85
blackcauldron85 wrote:Cantina de San Angel set for major refurbishment in early 2010
http://wdwmagic.com/Dining/Cantina-de-S ... y-2010.htm
blackcauldron85 wrote:http://www.mouseplanet.com/9098/Walt_Di ... ort_Update

It appears that a new pizzeria will be coming to Epcot's Italy pavilion. A construction permit has been filed for construction of the new pizzeria, naming the Patina Group as the owner/operator of the facility. Patina also owns and operates Tutto Italia.
More info on the above:

http://progresscityusa.com/2009/12/24/tables-for-two/
(via disneyreport.com)

Posted: Tue Dec 29, 2009 8:26 am
by blackcauldron85
Studio Backlot Bulldozed???
http://www.wdwnewstoday.com/archives/4831
(via disneyreport.com)

I actually wouldn't mind this one bit. I never was on the Backlot Tour back in the day, when it actually was a Backlot Tour, but from what I've heard, the current tour pales in comparison. It's always something that we'll only do if we're walking by and have time- we never are like, "Ohhh, we can't forget to do the Backlot Tour today!".

More rides can only be a good thing for DHS- it can use them. And YES PLEASE to a Monsters, Inc. coaster- I've thought that the door ride would make a great ride ever since the movie came out.

Posted: Tue Dec 29, 2009 1:00 pm
by Margos
I don't know, I enjoyed the tour. It wasn't very exciting though.... And a Monsters, Inc. coaster would be awesome!

Posted: Wed Dec 30, 2009 7:57 am
by blackcauldron85
Update on the Cinderella Castle front side refurbishment coming in January 2010
http://wdwmagic.com/Attractions/Cindere ... y-2010.htm
(via disneyreport.com)

Posted: Tue Jan 05, 2010 7:12 am
by blackcauldron85
Dates for 2010 Epcot International Food And Wine Festival Quietly Announced by Disney
Comments

http://www.stitchkingdom.com/disney-new ... -festival/
(via disneyreport.com)

Posted: Tue Jan 05, 2010 1:22 pm
by blackcauldron85
Prince Caspian meet and greet closing later this week
http://wdwmagic.com/Attractions/Journey ... s-week.htm
(via disneyreport.com)

Posted: Wed Jan 06, 2010 2:00 pm
by blackcauldron85
Walt Disney World Resort Celebrates U.S. Military in 2010 With Special Ticket, Lodging Offers
http://www.laughingplace.com/News-ID10036760.asp

New Refreshment Port menu at Epcot now offers Latin inspired quick service food
http://wdwmagic.com/Dining/Refreshment- ... e-food.htm

Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2010 5:20 am
by blackcauldron85
Disney offers 4-day, 4-park pass for $99
http://www.mickeynews.com/News/DisplayP ... d=170Offer

Cinderella’s Golden Carrousel Grows New Stirrups
http://thedisneyblog.com/2010/01/06/cin ... -stirrups/

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Welcomes Gerenuk Calf to Herd
http://thedisneyblog.com/2010/01/07/dis ... f-to-herd/

WDW Refurb Update: Cantina de San Angel Refurb Begins Major Refurbishment and More
http://www.stitchkingdom.com/disney-new ... rbishment/
(via disneyreport.com)

Posted: Fri Jan 08, 2010 5:18 am
by blackcauldron85
New counter service pizzeria now under construction next to Tutto Italia Ristorante in the Italy pavilion (photos)
http://wdwmagic.com/Dining/Tutto-Italia ... vilion.htm
(via disneyreport.com)


Passholders get free ride-a-long at the Richard Petty Speedway
http://www.laughingplace.com/Latest.asp?I1=ID&I2=73140

Posted: Fri Jan 08, 2010 3:53 pm
by Nala
blackcauldron85 wrote:Space Mountain got refurbished, and there's the Tiana's Jubilee show, and Pixie Hollow. Off the top of my head, that's all I can think of.

I thought that this was interesting: it's a list of things WDW's been spending money on, fixing and whatnot:

Recession slows some construction at Disney World — but not all
http://thedailydisney.com/blog/2009/11/ ... t-not-all/
(via disneyreport.com)
We saw Tiana's Jubilee show. We loved it. We were standing at the spot where the boat stopped to put on the show.