Magic Kingdom Attractions: Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Ariel and her friends as you embark on a mesmerizing journey at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid invites guests of all ages to dive beneath the waves and experience the beloved tale of “The Little Mermaid” like never before. Let’s explore this captivating attraction and discover the magic that awaits under the sea.

Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid is a dark ride that transports guests into Ariel’s underwater realm. As riders board clamshell-shaped vehicles, they embark on a musical adventure through scenes depicting key moments from the animated film.

From the moment guests enter the attraction, they are transported into a world of colorful coral reefs, shimmering fish, and captivating undersea landscapes. The ride seamlessly combines animatronics, special effects, and beloved musical numbers to create a truly immersive experience.

As the clamshell vehicles gently glide through the scenes, guests are treated to a visual feast of vibrant colors and intricately designed sets. From Ariel’s grotto to Prince Eric’s shipwreck and the unforgettable Under the Sea dance party, each scene is brought to life with remarkable attention to detail.

The animatronic figures, including Ariel, Flounder, and Sebastian, are remarkably lifelike and fluid in their movements, adding a touch of magic and realism to the journey. Guests can’t help but sing along to the iconic songs from the film, creating an immersive and joyful experience.

From the moment guests enter the attraction, they are transported into a world of colorful coral reefs, shimmering fish, and captivating undersea landscapes. The ride seamlessly combines animatronics, special effects, and beloved musical numbers to create a truly immersive experience.

As the clamshell vehicles gently glide through the scenes, guests are treated to a visual feast of vibrant colors and intricately designed sets. From Ariel’s grotto to Prince Eric’s shipwreck and the unforgettable Under the Sea dance party, each scene is brought to life with remarkable attention to detail.

The animatronic figures, including Ariel, Flounder, and Sebastian, are remarkably lifelike and fluid in their movements, adding a touch of magic and realism to the journey. Guests can’t help but sing along to the iconic songs from the film, creating an immersive and joyful experience.

Magic Kingdom Attractions: The Seven Dwarfs Mine Train: A Whistle-While-You-Ride Adventure

Prepare to embark on a journey deep into the heart of the Seven Dwarfs’ diamond mine as you step into the enchanting world of the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. This family-friendly roller coaster seamlessly combines storytelling, technology, and thrilling twists and turns, offering an unforgettable experience for guests of all ages. Let’s dive into the mine and discover the magic of the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train.

The Seven Dwarfs Mine Train is a unique roller coaster that takes guests on a scenic tour through the mine where the industrious dwarfs dig for precious gems. The ride features innovative technology that allows the mine train cars to sway and swing, providing an immersive and dynamic experience.

As riders climb aboard their mine train cars, they enter a world of whimsy and adventure. The journey begins with a gentle ascent, offering breathtaking views of Fantasyland. As the train descends into the mine, guests are treated to a captivating scene filled with glowing gems, animatronic dwarfs, and delightful music from the classic film “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.”

The Seven Dwarfs Mine Train seamlessly blends slow-paced, scenic moments with thrilling coaster elements. The train cars navigate through twists, turns, and small drops, creating a sense of exhilaration and excitement. The unique swaying motion of the cars adds an extra layer of realism, immersing riders in the experience and enhancing the feeling of riding through a mine.

The attraction’s attention to detail is evident throughout, from the meticulously designed mine scenery to the charming animatronic dwarfs that bring the story to life. The combination of state-of-the-art technology and classic storytelling creates an immersive and enchanting experience.

The Seven Dwarfs Mine Train at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom is a gem among roller coasters, seamlessly blending storytelling, technology, and thrills. From the scenic views of Fantasyland to the immersive journey through the mine, the attraction offers a perfect balance of excitement and enchantment for guests of all ages.

So, on your next visit to Magic Kingdom, be sure to venture into the mine and join the Seven Dwarfs on their whimsical adventure. Embrace the twists and turns, whistle along to the cheerful tunes, and create treasured memories in this remarkable attraction. The Seven Dwarfs Mine Train is a must-ride experience that combines classic Disney storytelling with innovative coaster thrills, ensuring a magical and unforgettable journey for all.

New Update to Disney Genie+ Service at Walt Disney World

As we recently shared, we are working on ways to simplify the Disney Genie+ service, including offering the ability to plan before the day of your visit, which many Guests have asked for. We plan to share more news in the future, but in the meantime, we also want to improve the experience for guests using the service as it exists today, so we will be making an update as we continue to listen to guests.

Beginning June 27, Guests at Walt Disney World will now purchase Disney Genie+ service based on how they want to visit. Guests will be able to select either a single-park option or a multiple-parks option, subject to availability. With this update, prices may now be lower at some Walt Disney World theme parks compared to others. Guests will continue to be able to purchase Disney Genie+ service through the My Disney Experience app on the day of their visit.

We will continue to listen to guest feedback, and look forward to sharing more information about updates to Disney Genie+ in the future.

Please reference the Disney Genie Job Aid for more information. A comparison chart is also available here.

Foodie Guide to Flavors of Florida Presented by CORKCICLE 2023

Foodies – are you ready? Flavors of Florida presented by CORKCICLE at Disney Springs will be serving up some mouthwatering and fresh flavors inspired by the Sunshine State. From July 1 through August 13, over 30 locations all throughout Disney Springs will be featuring a variety of dishes and sips Guests simply must try.

Guests will be able to embrace summer and delight in homegrown flavors from Florida, like the Lime Garage Burger from D-Luxe Burger or the Gambas Gabardina from Jaleo by José Andrés. And who can miss the Florida Shrimp Tacos available at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar? From the sweet to the savory, and everything in between, there are plenty of items Guests will want to come back for again and again.

Interested in seeing first-hand demonstrations from renowned chefs and restaurant owners? This year Disney Springs will be featuring a new culinary series! Check out the official site to get all the details and register for this exciting new offering.

Well, it’s about time we got to the best part – the food!

Amorette’s Patisserie  

  • Orange Cream Puff: Choux pastry with orange craquelin filled with orange curd and honey orange gel (New)
  • Orange Bird Dome Cake: Layers of Grand Marnier-soaked vanilla chiffon cake, mandarin pâte de fruit, mandarin orange cream, and white chocolate crispy pearls (Available for pre-orders and cake decorating experience) (New)
  • Strawberry Spritzer: French 75 with strawberry purée served in a Flavors of Florida CORKCICLE (New)

The BOATHOUSE

  • Pan Roasted Golden Tilefish: Citrus escabeche, coconut ginger rice, and cilantro aïoli (New)

Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’

  • Key West Shrimp Cocktail: Seasoned shrimp tossed with a mix of avocado, mango, cucumber, and a house-made cocktail sauce accompanied by homemade buttermilk crackers (New)
  • Florida Crush Cocktail: Combination of Florida’s iconic crops – oranges and strawberries – muddled with Tito’s Handmade Vodka, then complemented with a splash of freshly-squeezed orange juice and agave syrup (New)

Chicken Guy!

  • Sunshine Shake: A blend of hand-spun vanilla soft-serve and fresh Florida orange juice garnished with a crown of fresh whipped cream

City Works Eatery & Pour House

  • Seared Grouper: Pan-seared grouper melds with citrus chipotle rice, Cuban spiced black bean puree, smoked watermelon pico de gallo, chili oil, and micro cilantro (New)

Coca-Cola Store Rooftop Beverage Bar

  • Orange Cream Float: Mix of Coca-Cola, vanilla ice cream and an orange cream bar presented in a novelty cup you can take home for a memorable treat (New)

D-Luxe Burger

  • Lime Garage Burger: Deluxe patty topped with pepper jack cheese, pork belly, and fried green tomato served with an avocado, lime, and jalapeño spread
  • Orange Bird Milkshake: Artisanal shake made with vanilla gelato and orange topped with sprinkles

Dockside Margaritas

  • Frozen Orange Daiquiri: Siesta Key Silver rum, Cointreau liqueur, orange juice, and vanilla ice cream garnished with an orange wedge (New)

The Edison

  • Sunny Disposition: Florida cane vodka from St. Augustine, Florida orange liqueur, Lillet Blanc, fruity fraise de bois, and local fruits including navel oranges, Minneola tangelos, Plant City strawberries, and Indian River grapefruit (New)

Enzo’s Hideaway & Maria & Enzo’s

  • Key West Pink Shrimp Risotto: Fine Italian vialone nano rice, Key West pink shrimp, guanciale, sweet corn, herbs, and pecorino Romano (New)
  • Creamsicle Coppa: Vanilla gelato, made in-house, paired with orange sorbet, whipped cream and white chocolate crunchy pearls, recreating a classic childhood favorite dessert (New)

Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew

  • Citrus Dream Donut: Orange-glazed confection with white buttercream, citrus-flavored icing, an orange-flavored candy, and fresh mint
  • Orange Lemonade with Sweet Cold Foam: Blend of lemonade and orange juice cold foam

Frontera Cocina

  • Orange Shrimp Cocktail: Assortment of Florida pink shrimp, hibiscus-citrus avocado salsa, jicama, cucumber, red onions, cilantro, and lime served with tortilla chips
  • Agave Maria: Tromba Tequila Blanco, Ilegal Mezcal Joven, clarified lemon juice, and orange liqueur (New)

The Ganachery

  • Honey Lavender Square: Ganache square flavored with honey and lavender and enrobed in dark chocolate (New)
  • Key Lime Pop: White chocolate blended with key lime juice and fresh lime zest covered with dark chocolate

Gideon’s Bakehouse

  • Key Lime Chocolate Chip Cookie: Vanilla bean cookie dough infused with Florida Key lime juice and blanketed with premium chocolate chips and special Key lime pie crumbs (New)
  • Orange Mocha Nitro Cold Brew: Dessert coffee made with locally roasted beans, maple syrup, rich dark chocolate, and delicious Florida oranges (New)

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar

  • Florida Sunshine Mango Lager: New seasonal lager on draft from the Winter Garden-based brewery Crooked Can (New)
  • Local Florida Mahi Tacos: Tacos served on a flour tortilla, filled with pickled onion and coleslaw, and topped with cilantro crema and fresh cilantro (New)

Jaleo by José Andrés

  • Ensalada de Sandía y Tomate: Salad made with compressed Florida watermelon, heirloom tomatoes, PX reduction, goat cheese, pistachios, and sherry dressing (New)
  • Vieras crudas a los cítricos: Thinly sliced scallops dressed with Florida citrus dressing (New)
  • Gambas Gabardina: Beer-battered Florida Atlantic white shrimp with caper mayonnaise (New)
  • Pato con Melocotónes y Naranjas: Seared duck breast with sweet peaches and a Valencia orange glaze (New)
  • Jamón Serrano con Melón: 24-month cured serrano ham with summer melon and sherry dressing (New)

Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar

  • Florida Shrimp Tacos: Florida jerk marinated gulf shrimp, watermelon, avocado, pico de gallo, and jalapeño served on a corn tortilla with a lime
  • Jock’s Citrus Old Fashioned: A classic cocktail with a Florida summer twist
  • Florida Mule: Florida Cane “Orlando Orange” Vodka, ginger beer, orange juice, and simple syrup

Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company

  • Buzzin’ Honey Latte: A buzzing combo of espresso, milk, honey, and vanilla syrup topped with cold foam and a special character (New)

Morimoto Asia

  • Cedar Key Clams “Chow Fun”: Cantonese dish with fresh Cedar Key clams, flat rice noodles, garlic chives, and Chinese black bean sauce (New)
  • “Banh Gan” Orange Blossom Crème Caramel: Vietnamese crème caramel reimagined with orange segments, sweet cream, and candied zest (New)
  • Orenji Dreamsicle: Cocktail that blends the flavors of Florida and Japan, made with Absolut Vanilia and citrus-infused Haku vodka, Cointreau, orange juice, orgeat, and Calpico (New)

Paddlefish

  • Key Lime Pie: Graham cracker crust and torched meringue

Pizza Ponte

  • Pizza Diavola: Salame Calabrese and chili with local Orlando petal honey (New)

The Polite Pig

  • Key West Pink Shrimp Ceviche: Shrimp, smoked melon, shishito peppers, and local tomato vinaigrette with a drizzle of hot honey (New)

Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant

  • Sunshine State of Mind: Sweet orange pudding with whipped cream and an orange butterscotch sauce (New)
  • The Florida Split: Florida P1 Vodka, Florida local J.F. Haden’s Mango Liqueur, vanilla ice cream, and orange and mango juice (New)

Rainforest Cafe

  • Malibu Combo: Jerk seasoned mahi mahi topped with red onion and pineapple salsa served alongside Caribbean coconut shrimp with a coconut rum sauce and Caribbean rice (New)
  • Sailfish Brewing Sunrise City IPA: West coast-style IPA brewed with Columbus, Amarillo, and Mosaic hops, featuring a smooth finish and notes of bitter citrus (New)

Salt & Straw

  • Exquisito Guanabana Stracciatella: Tropical guanabana sherbet swirled with ribbons of dark chocolate Stracciatella with a floral undertone (New)

The Spice and Tea Exchange

  • Florida Sunshine Tea: Blend of floral and citrus flavors (New) (Available hot or iced)

Splitsville Dining Room

  • Grilled Key West Pink Shrimp Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette: Spring mix greens, strawberries, oranges, cucumbers, tomato, parsley, red onions, and feta cheese tossed in strawberry vinaigrette
  • Key Lime Pie Martini: Florida’s iconic dessert in a glass rimmed with graham cracker crumbs (New)

STK Orlando

  • Cuban Sandwich: Pulled pork, ham, and cheese with pickles and mustard (New)
  • Conch Fritters: Conch fritters with a spicy remoulade sauce and lime wedges (New)
  • Key Lime Bar topped with meringue, lime zest, and toasted coconut (New)

Sunshine Churros

  • Orange County Creamsicle: Churro rolled in orange sugar topped with cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of orange and white toppings (New)

Swirls on the Water

  • Orange Bird Sundae: DOLE Whip Orange in a vanilla waffle bowl with whipped cream, green sprinkles, and an Orange Bird chocolate decoration (New)

Terralina Crafted Italian

  • Almare Spritz (New)
    • Classico: Classic Italian spritz flavors of bitter orange, rhubarb, and subtle herbal notes
    • Hugo: Refreshing and bright with elderflower, lemon, and mint
    • Rosa: Notes of grapefruit, bitter herbs, and flowers

T-REX

  • Blackened Tuna: Tuna seared rare served over cilantro-lime rice with a side of mango, avocado, and heirloom cherry tomato salad (New)
  • Oyster City Mangrove Pale Ale: Classic pale ale with a malty body and mild hops fermented in mangos for a tropical, fruit-forward flavor

Vivoli il Gelato

  • Strawberry Shortcake Bombolato: Cake batter gelato, strawberry sauce, and fresh strawberries inside a warm Italian doughnut (New)
  • Orange Blossom Honey Cannoli: Creamy blend of ricotta and orange blossom honey served in a crispy Italian pastry shell (New)

Wine Bar George— A Restaurant & Bar

  • Dicuru Burrata: Dicuru burrata paired with tomatoes from The Villages Grown, Belle Glade corn, and Olde Hearth sourdough bread featuring ingredients sourced from Florida (New)
  • Frozen Old Fashioned: Frozen old fashioned made with DOLE Whip Orange and George Dickel 8-Year-Old Tennessee Whiskey

YeSake Florida

  • Fresh Poke Bowl: Fluffy rice, grilled chicken, crisp lettuce, carrots, cucumber, avocado, mandarin oranges, and tempura crunch topped with a savory roasted sesame sauce (New)
  • Florida Sunset: A tropical blend of Ozeki Sake, Nigori Sake, Monin Banana, and peach syrups and DOLE Pineapple Juice (New)

Outdoor Bars Throughout Disney Springs

  • Blood Orange Gin and Tonic: St. Augustine Gin, Tippler’s Orange, blood orange, and tonic water garnished with an orange wedge
  • Key Lime Margarita: Patrón Silver tequila, Grand Marnier liqueur, Key lime juice, and vanilla garnished with a half graham cracker rim (New)

(Note: All offerings are subject to change and availability.)

New Updates on San Fransokyo Square at Disney California Adventure Park

At Disney California Adventure Park, the San Fransokyo Public Works Department has been diligently beautifying and making improvements to the local cannery district, which is home to a diverse neighborhood of eateries and businesses. In our previous update, we looked at a few of the landmarks and establishments you’ll see in the industrious mash-up city from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Academy Award-winning film “Big Hero 6.”

Today, we’re excited to share that, over the summer, the local eateries will start to introduce delicious new menu offerings! Starting in mid-July, Guests will be able to sample new San Fransokyo selections at Lucky Fortune Cookery, and the Port of San Fransokyo Cervecería will officially open. In the weeks following, additional dining options, unique shopping and more will be introduced as the transformation of this thriving seaside plaza continues through mid-August.

When the transformation is completed, locations across the area – from the Cappuccino Cart outside the San Fransokyo Gate Bridge to The Bakery Tour – will be decked out in street art and colorful banners celebrating the Big Hero 6 team after their victory over Yokai.

Let’s explore more places Guests will be able to visit in San Fransokyo Square!

Guests will have the opportunity to interact with Hiro and his huggable healthcare companion, Baymax, who will say hello outside the Hamada Bot Shop. This is where the Big Hero 6 team builds and innovates their hi-tech gear, so Guests may also see a few of their upcoming inventions.

Near the Hamada Bot Shop will be the San Fransokyo Maker’s Market, a storefront stocked with unique apparel, homewares and more featuring Baymax and friends. In the concept art above, the market’s shelves are situated on robot storage cases, with decommissioned battle bots on display. If Guests turn a sharp eye to the rafters overhead, they may spot the local battlebot champion, Hiro’s Megabot!

Across the way, a vending machine dispenses collectible golden medallions featuring Baymax and other iconic images from San Fransokyo.

The diverse array of flavorful fare in San Fransokyo Square will include current favorites and new creations inspired by Asian cuisine, as well as the Big Hero 6 themselves. Let’s check out the dining destinations Guests will be able to try.

Aunt Cass Café, the second bakery café operated by Hiro’s loving aunt, will serve dishes, soups in freshly-baked Boudin sourdough bread bowls and more inspired by Japanese cuisine. On the outside of this quick service restaurant, Guests will find a mural of Aunt Cass’ lucky pet cat, Mochi.

An old fishing net tannery across from the café is being converted to Rita’s Turbine Blenders, a giant drink dispenser offering delicious margaritas and icy beverages. This refreshment stand is owned and named after the repair technician who maintains the floating wind turbine, resembling a giant koi fish, that sits atop the structure.

In addition to these locations, Guests can expect new menu items at Cocina Cucamonga and Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop. Keep an eye out for the Disney Eats Foodie Guide, coming soon, for the full list of cuisine to come.

San Fransokyo Square will be full of fun for travelers of all ages! On a scale of one through ten, how would you rate your excitement?

Both theme park reservations and valid admission for the same park on the same day are required for park entry.