Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park at the Walt Disney World Resort in Central Florida has, since its opening, been the largest theme park in the world that is dedicated entirely to animal conservation and wildlife education. As Disney fanatics know, the park is immense in its scope and range. It spans 580 acres and is divided into six themed lands: ...

Walt Disney World Resort recently dropped a bombshell on the future of one of its most visited and beloved theme parks. Opened in 1998, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park stands as one of Disney’s most ambitious projects, seamlessly blending the enchantment of a traditional theme park with the wonders of the animal kingdom. Spanning over 500 acres, this park offers ...

Listen, anyone who’s been to Disney World knows that it’s freaking HOT in Orlando, Florida. Even in the winter, it’s still pretty warm by most of the country’s standards. That sunny weather is why Walt Disney knew it would make such an excellent location for a theme park. But am I crazy, or is Disney’s Animal Kingdom always WAY hotter ...

Ever wanted to find out the truth about Disney’s Kilimanjaro Safaris ride? It’s a fan-favorite attraction at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, allowing guests to venture into an African savanna without leaving Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park. But did you know that the animals along the safari are magically remote-controlled? Well, we’re here to reveal the secrets of ...

Joe Rohde stands as a titan in the realm of Disney Imagineering, leaving an indelible mark on the Walt Disney Company. As a celebrated creative force, Rohde’s visionary work has shaped iconic attractions at Disney World, particularly at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. His influence extends beyond the theme parks, solidifying his status as a Disney legend. Rohde’s unparalleled expertise in experience ...

Guest behavior at Walt Disney World Resort is something that gets talked about quite a bit, and really, it’s becoming an even more significant problem. In the realm of Disney, where magic and wonder are supposed to reign supreme, there’s a disheartening trend emerging on the bus transportation system: a lack of basic courtesy among Disney World guests. Reports have ...

A major construction permit filed for the most popular ride in Walt Disney World Resort has raised questions about the potential temporary closure of the beloved attraction. The permit, aimed at providing “labor, material, and/or electrical for construction,” hints at potential enhancements or updates within the show building where the iconic ride, Avatar Flight of Passage, is staged at Disney’s ...

Walt Disney World Resort recently announced changes coming to the operations of one of its most popular attractions. If you’re planning a visit to Walt Disney World Resort in the coming months, it’s important to keep up with the latest changes, updates, and closures that will affect Disney park guests. Right now, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith is still ...

More than 70,000 Disney cast members keep The Most Magical Place on Earth running. From entertainment to security, housekeeping to parking, each department brings something uniquely necessary to Walt Disney World Resort. And while most employees generally enjoy being part of the magic, not even Disney Parks can entirely eliminate cast member conflict. On Monday, a Disney’s Animal Kingdom guest ...

Having told people that it was a good idea to skip Animal Kingdom last year, I’ve been taking a lot of heat. Both out in the world and from my fellow writers here at Disney Fanatic. So, I’ve come with an olive branch of sorts: food. It makes perfect sense to me. I feed people; that’s what I do. So, ...