Annual Passholders Get Some DINO-Sized Fun at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Posted on by Mathew Corn Animal Kingdom, Disney Dining, Disney Parks

Hello Disney Passholders! We previously shared the news that Disney is offering a Passholder Exclusive at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Don’t miss taking advantage of the “DINO-sized” fun happening at the park! Cast Members took to social media to share a photos and details of what to expect.

As shared via Walt Disney World Ambassadors Instagram: “Passholders! Have you heard the news? Right now on weekdays through March 19 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, you can enjoy a variety of exclusive offerings, as well as the return of a quack-ulous complimentary magnet featuring Donald Duck. Check out our story and follow along as we explore all the dino-mite fun happening around DinoLand U.S.A.”

Walt Disney World Cast and Community also took to Facebook to share the following: “Cast Members are welcoming Annual Passholders for some DINO-sized fun at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! On weekdays through March 19, Passholders can enjoy a variety of exclusive offerings, including the return of a “quack-ulous” complimentary magnet featuring Donald Duck.”

Here are the details! On weekdays (Monday through Friday) through March 19, 2021, Passholders can head to DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park to find a variety of Passholder-exclusive offerings (while supplies last, operating hours vary by location):

  • Head to Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures to try your luck at Fossil Fun Games with a special promotional offer: buy 3 game tickets and receive a complimentary retired, non-Disney plush consolation prize (Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures opens one hour after Park Open to 4:00 PM; Fossil Fun Games is open 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM)
  • Try 4 exclusive beverages available for purchase at Restaurantosaurus Lounge—Tyrannosaurus Wreck, Fossil Fuel, Pterodactyl Punch and Triceraberry Pop* (open 10:30 AM to Park Close)
  • Enjoy an exclusive cookie featuring Donald Duck, available for purchase at Dino-Bite Snacks (open 10:30 AM to Park Close)
  • Receive a complimentary Donald Duck magnet, which makes its return for pick-up in DinoLand U.S.A. (limit one magnet per passholder; Annual Passholder must be present to pick-up magnet; available from Park Open to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday only)

Ranger the White Rhino Calf Now Visible on Kilimanjaro Safaris

Posted on by Mathew Corn Animal Kingdom, Disney Parks

A four month old white rhino calf and his mother joined the herd at Kilimanjaro Safaris today. The Vice President of Disney’s Animals, Science, and Environment, Dr. Mark Penning, posted the announcement on Instagram today.

Baby Ranger is a four month old white rhino calf who was born back in October at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Ranger and his mother Kendi have joined the savanna together for the first time today, and may be seen while riding the Kilimanjaro Safaris attraction.

The White Rhino is considered to be a Near Threatened species as opposed to Endangered, and this is largely in part of conservation efforts like those at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

“Raya and the Last Dragon” Treats Arrive at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Posted on by Mathew Corn Animal Kingdom, Disney Dining

To celebrate the upcoming release of Walt Disney Studios’ “Raya and the Last Dragon,” I have some very special treats to share. In addition to the experiences coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom announced previously on Disney Parks Blog, three new creative sweet treats inspired by the film debut today in the Park.

  • Baby Tuk Tuk Mousse – 5-spice mousse on top of chocolate cake, milk chocolate cream, chocolate velvet ”shell,” and chocolate crispy pearls (available starting Feb. 22 at Creature Comforts Coffee Shop and Isle of Java).
  • Baby Tuk Tuk Ice Cream Sundae – Chai-spiced caramel cake, chai caramel sauce, vanilla ice cream, green tea cake crumbs, salted caramel crispy pearls, and edible image of Baby Tuk Tuk (available starting Feb. 22 at Dino-Bite Snacks).
  • Mighty Mist Soft-Serve – Twist of strawberry and vanilla soft serve with blue-tinted white chocolate- dipped waffle cone rolled in sparkling sugar (available starting Feb. 22 at Anandapur Ice Cream Truck).

And it gets even sweeter! As a Disney Parks Blog exclusive debut, here is a “foodie inspired” clip from the new film introducing Boun, the self-styled “owner, manager, chef, and captain” of his boat, the Shrimporium.

Don’t miss “Raya and the Last Dragon” releasing simultaneously in theaters and on Disney+ with Premier Access on Mar. 5, 2021.

Passholder Exclusive Coming Weekdays at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Posted on by Mathew Corn Animal Kingdom, Disney Parks

Hello Disney Passholders! Visiting Disney’s Animal Kingdom on a weekday in the near future? Disney has announced Passholder exclusive weekday offerings at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, and we’ll be sure to take advantage of them!

As shared via the Walt Disney World website: On weekdays (Monday through Friday) from February 22 through March 19, 2021, Passholders can head to DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park to find a variety of Passholder-exclusive offerings (while supplies last, operating hours vary by location):

  • Head to Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures to try your luck at Fossil Fun Games with a special promotional offer: buy 3 game tickets and receive a complimentary retired, non-Disney plush consolation prize (Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures opens one hour after Park Open to 4:00 PM; Fossil Fun Games is open 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM)
  • Try 4 exclusive beverages available for purchase at Restaurantosaurus Lounge—Tyrannosaurus Wreck, Fossil Fuel, Pterodactyl Punch and Triceraberry Pop* (open 10:30 AM to Park Close)
  • Enjoy an exclusive cookie featuring Donald Duck, available for purchase at Dino-Bite Snacks (open 10:30 AM to Park Close)
  • Receive a complimentary Donald Duck magnet, which makes its return for pick-up in DinoLand U.S.A. (limit one magnet per passholder; Annual Passholder must be present to pick-up magnet; available from Park Open to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday only)

*Annual Passholder discount excludes alcoholic beverages

Important Information: Valid park admission and park reservation for the same park on the same date are required for theme park entry. Limit one Donald Duck magnet per passholder. Available while supplies last. Must visit DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park and present your valid annual pass card and government-issued photo ID to receive the magnet. Available weekdays (Monday through Friday) only. Not responsible for any lost, stolen or damaged magnets. Passholder must also present your valid annual pass card and government-issued photo ID to purchase any passholder-exclusive food and beverage(s), and game tickets. Offer not valid on previous purchases. No other discounts apply. Promotional item must be returned in the event that any of the game tickets for the qualifying purchase are returned. All offers valid while supplies last and subject to change or cancellation without notice. Food and Beverage availability and operating hours subject to change without notice. Annual Passholder discount excludes alcoholic beverages, and applicable tax and gratuity. Locations, Food and Beverage availability and operating hours subject to change without notice.

Nighttime Projections Revealed for Tower of Terror and Tree of Life For Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary

Posted on by Mathew Corn Animal Kingdom, Disney Parks, Hollywood Studios

With the full reveal on Good Morning America today, Walt Disney World has showcased the glimmering nighttime looks of both the Tower of Terror and the Tree of Life for the 50th anniversary celebration beginning October 1st, 2021 as part of “The World’s Most Magical Celebration”.

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At Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, a warm light will emanate from the Tree of Life as magical fireflies gather to usher in the magic of nature.

The Hollywood Tower Hotel at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be awash in a brilliance evoking the golden age of imagination and adventure.

Also revealed today, we know that Spaceship Earth will debut a permanent new nighttime look with the adornment of lights all around it, while Cinderella Castle with be decorated with physical adornments.

Are you excited for Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary?