DISNEY NEWS ROUNDUP: Tiana Review; New Private Island Review; Dates & Details on Multiple New Shows; New Epcot Offerings & More
What a crazy, busy week! In the last week, we enjoyed a preview cruise with Disney Cruise Line to Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, its newest island destination, and spent a few days at Walt Disney World experiencing a media event for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and new offerings at EPCOT. We learned so much and have so much to share with you about the new experiences. Disney also announced opening dates for a new show coming to Magic Kingdom and released new details about a show coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios this fall! Catch all of these stories and more below!
1 – We’ve Rode Tiana’s Bayou Adventure! Our Review and What You Need to Know
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is opening in less than two weeks! Previews have begun, and we’ve ridden the attraction, which takes guests on a musical adventure inspired by the beloved story and characters from the fan-favorite film “The Princess and the Frog.” Visit the link below for our review and what you need to know.
Click here for our review and what you need to know about Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
2 – Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point is Now Welcoming Guests! An Overview of the New Disney Cruise Line Island Destination
Disney Cruise Line’s newest island destination, Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, is now welcoming guests! The island celebrates the rich culture and natural beauty of The Bahamas with signature Disney entertainment, port adventures, nature trails, a water play area, and beautiful beaches, including a dedicated beach for adults. We recently enjoyed a preview cruise, during which we experienced the island and got an overview of everything it offers. Learn all about the new island destination below.
Click here for an overview of Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point and what you need to know.
3 – CommuniCore Plaza and CommuniCore Hall are Now Open at EPCOT!
The walls are down and the multiyear transformation of EPCOT is finally complete! This week CommuniCore Hall and CommuniCore Plaza opened to guests. Located in the new World Celebration neighborhood in the heart of the park, the locations will bring in a new era of festivals, exhibits and entertainment. Also open this week, is Mickey & Friends, a new location adjacent to CommuniCore Hall where guests can meet some of their favorite Disney pals.
Click here for more on CommuniCore Plaza and CommuniCore Hall!
4 – Opening Date for Country Bear Musical Jamboree Announced!
This week, Disney announced the opening date for the reimagined Country Bear Musical Jamboree. The Country Bears are gearing up for a whole new show with a nod to Opry-style performances in Nashville. The Country Bear Musical Jamboree will feature renditions of classic Disney tunes reimagined across country music genres like bluegrass, pop-country, Americana, rockabilly, and more. Visit the link below for the opening date!
Click here for the opening date for Country Bear Musical Jamboree.
5 – New Details, Updates, and Concept Art Released for Upcoming ‘The Little Mermaid’ Show Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios
This week, Disney released new details, updates, and concept art for the upcoming “The Little Mermaid” show coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in the fall of 2024. Learn more about the development of the show at the link below.
6 – New Unique PhotoPass Ops for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Coming to Magic Kingdom
When Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens, Disney PhotoPass will offer magic shots and a new commemorative print package! Catch all the details at the link below.
Click here for details on a new, unique PhotoPass ops for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom.
7 – 18 Tips & Tricks for the Best Day Ever at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point
We recently visited Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, Disney Cruise Line’s newest island destination in The Bahamas, and found it has a different vibe and is a different experience than Castaway Cay. But the difference is good, and we really think guests can have a fantastic beach day on the island if they are prepared! We’ve come up with eighteen tips and tricks so you can have the best day ever when visiting the island. In fact, we went so in-depth with our tips that we had to split it into two different articles. Visit the links below for our tips!
8 – 30th Anniversary Celebration of ‘The Lion King’ Happening Kingdom this Summer at Disney’s Animal Kingdom!
It’s hard to believe, but “The Lion King” is celebrating its 30th anniversary this summer! Disney’s Animal Kingdom is offering limited-time food and beverage items, merchandise, and special meet and greets this summer to celebrate. Learn what’s being offered at the link below.
9 – Veteran Portrait Exhibit Now Open at The American Adventure
Portraits of Courage: A Commander’s Tribute to America’s Warriors,” a special exhibit from the George W. Bush Institute and 12-month exhibition inside The American Adventure pavilion at EPCOT, is now open! Growing out of President George W. Bush’s personal commitment and the ongoing work of the Bush Institute’s Veterans and Military Families program, the exhibit brings together more than 60 full-color portraits painted by President Bush of service members and veterans who have served the nation with honor since 9/11, and whom the President has come to know personally since leaving office. Learn more about the exhibit at the link below.
Click here to learn about the veteran portrait exhibit now open at The American Adventure.
10 – Joy from “Inside Out” Now Greeting Guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
After greeting guests at EPCOT for the last several years, Joy from the new Disney and Pixar film “Inside Out 2” is now greeting guests at Pixar Plaza at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This summer, guests can also enjoy limited-time sips and bites and new merchandise inspired by the film, along with a sneak peek of the movie at Walt Disney Presents.
Disney Consumer Products has also released a new line of products across toys, apparel, accessories, and more inspired by teenage Riley’s Emotions – Joy, Anxiety, Embarrassment, Envy, Ennui, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust.
Here are some products you might be interested in:
Flip-A-Mood Reversible Plush: Joy/Sadness & Fear/Anxiety
Licensee: Just Play
MSRP: $11.99 (Each sold separately)
Experience a double dose of Emotions with the Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out 2 Flip-A-Mood Reversible Plush. Choose between two cushiony, soft plush heads, each depicting two Emotions inspired by Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out 2. Turn Joy inside out to reveal Sadness, and turn Fear inside out to reveal Anxiety. Both colorful reversible plush heads are sculpted from velvety soft fabric with beautifully embroidered facial details.
POP! Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out 2 Collection
Licensee: Funko
MSRP: $12 (Each sold separately)
Growing up comes with a lot of complex emotions! Now, Riley is ready to explore some of these new feelings with the Pop! Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out 2 collection, featuring: Joy, Anxiety, Envy on Memory Orb, Ennui, and Embarrassment.
Licensee: The LEGO Group
MSRP: $34.99
This buildable fantasy toy for play and display features two buildable cubes. Each cube has space to keep little treasures and comes with nine mood plates, as well as a display stand to hold the cubes. The Joy and Anxiety mini-doll figures have matching colored memory balls, plus Foreman and Margie mind worker figures come with their own hard hats.
Inside Out 2: One of a Kind 3-Step Barrier Boost Routine
Licensee: Bubble Skincare
MSRP: $34
Face Your Feels with Bubble and Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out 2. The One of a Kind 3-Step Barrier Boost Routine includes three calming essentials for even skin through all your days’ ups and downs. Cleanse and refresh with Fresh Start, supercharge hydration with Water Slide, and moisturize while mattifying with Cloud Surf. Use this routine twice daily to keep your skin (and mind) balanced and ready for anything.
What’s New and Happening Now at Walt Disney World Resort
Now Through August 31 (select nights) – Disney H2O Glow After Hours at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon
Click here for details on Disney H2O Glow After Hours at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon.
Now Through September 2, 2024 – “Dreams That Soar” at Disney Springs
Click here for more on the new drone show at Disney Springs and why you don’t want to miss it!
Now Through September 6 – 30th Anniversary of “The Lion King” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Now Open – CommuniCore Plaza and CommuniCore Hall
Click here for more on CommuniCore Plaza and CommuniCore Hall!
Now Open – Walt the Dream Statue & World Celebration Gardens
Click here for “New! World Celebration Gardens at EPCOT – 4 Reasons Not to Miss It!”
Now Open – ‘Luminous The Symphony of Us’ – New Nighttime Spectacular at EPCOT
Coming to Walt Disney World
June 28, 2024 – Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
Click here for our review and what you need to know about Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
Click here for information on how to ride Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
Click here for details on a new, unique PhotoPass ops for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom.
July 17, 2024 – Country Bear Musical Jamboree
Click here for the opening date for Country Bear Musical Jamboree.
2024 – Reimagined ‘The Little Mermaid’ Live Show Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios
New & Coming Soon to Disney Cruise Line
June 2024 – Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point – DCL’s Newest Private Island
Click here for an overview of Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point and what you need to know.
Click here for the menus for Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.
Itineraries in 2024-2025
Click here to learn more about 2024 Halloween and Holiday Cruises on Disney Cruise Line.
Click here to learn about Disney Cruise Line’s Early 2025 Itineraries.
Click here to learn about Disney Cruise Lines’ summer 2025 itineraries.
The Disney Treasure – Sailing December 2024
Click here to learn about the new Haunted Mansion-themed lounge coming to the Disney Treasure!
Click here to learn about the new and exclusive Broadway-style show coming to the Disney Treasure!
Click here for more details about “Disney The Tale of Moana,” coming to the Disney Treasure.
The Disney Destiny
Click here for all the details on the upcoming Disney Destiny, sailing in 2025.
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