Notes from Neverland

What's Opening This Summer at Walt Disney World? - Notes from Neverland Several new attractions, entertainment offerings, and experiences are scheduled to open at Walt Disney World this summer! Disney has announced the reopening dates for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and...

Mark your calendar! Here's when new rides and experiences are opening this summer around Disney World. notesfromneverland.com/walt-disney-...

Disney's All-Star Movies Refurbishing Rooms Beginning in May 2026 - Notes from Neverland Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort is the next resort scheduled for a room refurbishment at Walt Disney World. The room updates are currently scheduled to take place beginning in late May 2026 and runnin...

Room updates are coming to Disney's All-Star Movies Resort. notesfromneverland.com/walt-disney-...

We're Not Shedding Tears Over Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith Closing - Notes from Neverland Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith has taken its last guests on a super-stretch limo ride through Hollywood. Now that the coaster is closed, work will begin to transform it into the new versio...

Hot take? We're not shedding any tears over Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith closing.
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We're Not Shedding Tears Over Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith Closing - Notes from Neverland Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith has taken its last guests on a super-stretch limo ride through Hollywood. Now that the coaster is closed, work will begin to transform it into the new versio...

Hot take? We're not shedding any tears over Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith closing.
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New Scrubs feels just like old Scrubs. That’s the highest compliment possible

Is an 'Emperor's New Groove' Coaster Coming to Villains Land? - Notes from Neverland A new report from The Wrap may have revealed Disney’s updated plans for a Villains Land at the Magic Kingdom. Following rumors that Disney was pushing to make Villains Land bigger and bolder, The Wrap...

Is a family-friendly coaster themed to 'The Emperor's New Groove' coming to Villains Land?
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So sad to hear of the passing of Jeff Galloway. He was a staple of the runDisney community.

Hollywood Studios Animation Academy Will Include an Olaf Animatronic, But No Live Animators - Notes from Neverland Disney has unveiled a bunch of new information about the new Magic of Disney Animation area that’s being built at Hollywood Studios. The area, which is taking over the old Star Wars Launch Bay and Ani...

The new animation class at Hollywood Studios will feature an Olaf animatronic, but it won't include live animators.
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Cinderella Castle Repainting Update: The New Colors Are a Win - Notes from Neverland Have you seen the progress on the repainting of Cinderella Castle? The Magic Kingdom’s icon is returning to its original color scheme, and is abandoning the pinks and golds that were added for Walt Di...

Isn't she lovely? Cinderella Castle's new paint is looking good.
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Villains Land Plans at Disney World May Be Getting Bigger and More Ambitious - Notes from Neverland By now, you may have seen the reports that the Villains Land project at Magic Kingdom is changing. It all started when Len Testa said plans for the land had been scrapped, and that Imagineers were tol...

Have you heard the reports that the plans for Villains Land at the Magic Kingdom are changing?
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Disneyland Resort Removing Park Hopper Time Restriction, Keeping Park Reservations - Notes from Neverland Disney will be making park hopping at Disneyland Resort a bit easier in 2026. Beginning later this year, Disney is dropping the restriction that prevents park hopping before 11am. Guests will be able ...

Good news: Disneyland is relaxing park hopping rules.
Bad news: Disneyland is keeping park reservations.
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Tropical Americas Construction Is Speeding Along at Disney's Animal Kingdom - Notes from Neverland The new Tropical Americas land is rising at full speed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The Encanto attraction’s steel framework is nearing completion, and Disney has started working in the former DinoLand...

Disney is building the Tropical Americas at Animal Kingdom very quickly. Are the days of painfully-slow construction at Disney World over?
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Scaffolding Surrounds Much of Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resorts for Exterior Refurb - Notes from Neverland It’s that time again. Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts are once again going through an extensive exterior refurbishment. That means there’s lots of scaffolding covering large sections of both res...

Scaffolding is once again surrounding big areas at both the Yacht and Beach Club resorts. It may impact your stay.
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Big day for Lizzie McGuire fans with Hilary Duff's big tour announcement.

Cocktail Classes Return to The Edison at Disney Springs in 2026 - Notes from Neverland The popular Shaken & Stirred Cocktail Series is returning to The Edison at Disney Springs throughout 2026. The hands-on cocktail-making classes will once again feature private bartenders teaching gues...

Cocktail classes are returning to The Edison at Disney Springs in 2026.
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Piston Peak Construction Update: Concrete Forms and Work Near Big Thunder Mountain - Notes from Neverland The Magic Kingdom is a flurry of construction activity! The last time we checked in on the creation of Piston Peak, everything was still in the land clearing and preparation phase. Now, visible work i...

Piston Peak Construction Update: Concrete Forms and Work Near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad.
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Joe Rohde Tried to Bring Tropical Americas to Animal Kingdom - Even At DinoLand USA's Expense - Notes from Neverland Now that DINOSAUR and the rest of DinoLand USA are officially closed at Disney’s Animal Kimgdom, Disney fans are once again debating whether the new Tropical Americas land fits in the park. There’s be...

Imagineering legend Joe Rohde tried to bring the Tropical Americas to Animal Kingdom during his time at Disney. He was even willing to sacrifice DinoLand USA.
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If you’re even remotely a fan of The Muppets you must watch the new episode of The Muppet Show. So fun!

Our Take on Josh D'Amaro as Disney's Next CEO - Notes from Neverland It’s official: Josh D’Amaro has been named the new CEO of The Walt Disney Company. D’Amaro, who many considered to be the favorite for the role, will take over on March 18, 2026. Longtime CEO Bob Iger...

Our take on Josh D'Amaro becoming the new Disney CEO.
Summary: We're cautiously optimistic.
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DINOSAUR and DinoLand USA Removed From Animal Kingdom Maps - Notes from Neverland DINOSAUR and DinoLand USA are now extinct. Both the DINOSAUR attraction and the remaining sections of DinoLand USA said goodbye to guests for the final time on February 1, 2026. Shortly after the offi...

DINOSAUR and DinoLand USA are extinct ... and Disney didn't waste any time putting the clone stamp tool to work.

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Yes! That's the one. Also going to miss the soundtrack. Can't hear REM's "It's the End of the World" without thinking of Restaurantosaurus. 🤣

Going to miss this place. The theming was excellent! Some of the best. The family-style dining they tried a while back was also very good. Too bad that ended a long time ago.

You Can Now Buy the Disney Cruise Line Towel Animal Plush - Notes from Neverland Remember the towel animal that came to life in that moving Disney Cruise Line video? Meet Evie! The adorable towel animal that stole our hearts is now available to buy on every Disney Cruise Line ship...

Remember the adorable towel animal from that Disney Cruise Line video? Now you can bring it home!
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6 Disney World Restaurants That May Not Be Worth a Repeat Visit - Notes from Neverland Disney World is home to many awesome restaurants. But, some we recommend only doing once because the food and experience isn't worth it.

Which Disney World restaurants are a one-and-done for you?
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Zebra Domes: Love 'em or leave 'em?
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Disney Cruise Guests Can Now Purchase Photos After Their Cruise - Notes from Neverland Disney Cruise Line is making it a lot easier for guests to purchase pictures from their cruise. Starting with sailings ending after January 21, 2026, guests will be able to purchase photos from their ...

Disney Cruise Line guests can now buy their pictures after their cruise has ended. Finally!
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Disneyland Handcrafted on Disney+ is simply outstanding! Crazy footage and an even crazier lack of safety measures. Well worth a watch!

EPCOT 2026 Flower and Garden Concert Schedule - Notes from Neverland Disney has announced the concert lineup for EPCOT’s International Flower & Garden Festival, which will take place March 4 through June 1, 2026. This year’s lineup includes several new acts as well as ...

Mark your calendars: EPCOT's 2026 Flower and Garden concert schedule is here.
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Disney Lakeshore Lodge Construction Update Shows Massive Progress - Notes from Neverland It’s been a hot second since we checked in on the construction progress of Disney Lakeshore Lodge. New aerial pictures from @bioreconstruct show updates throughout the resort, including work on the A-...

Construction update: Disney Lakeshore Lodge is showing some massive progress. notesfromneverland.com/walt-disney-...