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2. Affordable Prices There were three of us dining at Paddlefish last week and we all had cocktails, an appetizer, an entrée, and split dessert and the total only came to $170 which I was pleasantly surprised with.  Some of the entrees are slightly more expensive given the type of seafood called for.  Our favorite was the lobster roll – ...

1. Diverse Drink Menu We also loved the variety on the drink menu here – I had a great Uinta lime-flavored pils (I had already looked to see if it was available at my local store before I left the restaurant), but the beer menu had many other options that are unique to Paddlefish and not what is available at ...

Every time we visit Disney Springs, a new restaurant or store has opened. We love the redesign and revitalization of Disney Springs. It has been causing us to add an additional dining reservation on each of our visits to Disney World. On our most recent trip, we were able to dine at the newly opened Paddlefish. While there is much ...

2. Bioluminescence Once the sun starts to go down, guests will be treated to a wonderful show of bioluminescence.  Some of the landscaping have this bioluminescence, as well as the walking paths.  It is a wonderful addition to the land and one of those elements that helps guests feel like they are truly on Pandora.  We weren’t able to get ...

1. Flight of Passage The second attraction in Pandora, Flight of Passage allows guests to climb aboard a banshee and travel throughout Pandora.  The ride system is highly advanced, but the ride itself is similar in thrill factor as Soarin’ Around the World, so most guests shouldn’t have a problem with this attraction.  The queue is intricately well-themed and the ...

In less than a week, the newest land to Animal Kingdom will officially be open!  Pandora: The World of Avatar brings to life the the environment of the 2009 film, Avatar.  We recently had the opportunity to tour the land during a special preview.  Here are the six things that you are absolutely going love about the land!

6. Windtraders Windtraders is the merchandise shop located at the exit of Flight of Passage, but guests are also able to access the gift shop without having to ride the attraction. Here, guests will be able to find Pandora-specific merchandise, as well as other souvenirs to remind you of your trip to Pandora. The most popular souvenir are banshees that ...

5. Thematic Detail of the Land One guests cross the bridge into Pandora, they will no longer feel as if they are in Animal Kingdom. The thematic detail of the land is so complete, so encompassing that you are not able to see a non-Pandora building to ruin the illusion. Guests will be transfixed by the detail of the landscaping, ...

4. Na’vi River Journey One of the two new attractions in Pandora, the Na’vi River Journey is a fantastic introduction to the Na’vi culture and a way for guests to explore the environment. The boats are only two rows long, so only about 4 to 6 people will be traveling with you. The highlight of the ride is the Shaman ...

3. Sa’tuli Canteen This is the counter-service restaurant in Pandora and offers guests the selection of a variety of bowl-like meals for lunch and dinner.  Guests choose their own protein (sliced beef, wood-grilled chicken, or chili-spiced fried tofu), they also choose a base (rice, potatoes, salad), as well as a sauce.  These bowls are delicious – guests can also choose ...