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Parks News: Antarctica Prepares for Opening; Universal’s Potter Expansion Pegged for Summer 2014

by Leap on May 17, 2013 · 0 Comments · in News & Refurbishments, Weekly Roundup

It’s time for the Frog Family’s weekly roundup of Disney and Orlando theme park tidbits from the interwebs. We love comments! Drop us a line below if you have something to share. This week’s highlights: We’re just a week away from the opening of SeaWorld Orlando’s Antarctica, a first-of-its-kind attraction that promises to transport guests [...]

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8 Tips for a ‘Monstrous’ 24 hours in Magic Kingdom

Next Friday, May 24, Disney prepares for its massive — dare I say “Monstrous” — All-Nighter at three theme parks — Magic Kingdom at the Walt Disney World Resort, and Disneyland and Disney California Adventure in California. Yep, that’s 24 hours of non-stop magic — from 6 a.m. to 6 a.m. — as part of [...]

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Refurbishments & Closings – Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando & SeaWorld Orlando

Updated May 15, 2013 MAGIC KINGDOM Main Street Bakery CLOSED Now-June 18 Mad Tea Party CLOSED Now-May 21 Cinderella’s Royal Table CLOSED Now- May 16 Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress CLOSED Now-May 15 Prince Charming’s Regal Carrousel CLOSED May 28-June 10 Pirates of the Caribbean CLOSED June 17-21 EPCOT Fountainview Ice Cream Shop – Starbucks conversion CLOSED Now through fall American Adventure Guest [...]

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Scotland to Debut at Epcot Food & Wine; More Savory Festival Details Released

I just wanted to offer a quick update today to whet your appetite about the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, my very favorite event at the Walt Disney World Resort! And do I have a juicy morsel for you! Scotland will be making its debut at the festival. Apparently, Scottish officials were so taken [...]

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Disney Craft: A Star Wars Weekends-Inspired Yoda Bag

by FrogBlog on May 14, 2013 · 0 Comments · in Disney Crafts, Guest Bloggers

By guest blogger Crafty Staci I grew up on Star Wars. Seeing the first movie when I was little opened up the world of science fiction to me and became the root of my lifelong love. The only thing that might surpass it on my list is Disney.  Imagine my excitement when Star Wars and [...]

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