Last week, it was rumored that previews would begin this week for Rivers of Light. Now previews are cancelled and the opening debut of Rivers of Light and other nighttime Animal Kingdom attractions are delayed. Now as announced today on the Disney Parks Blog the new nighttime spectacular will be slated to begin in mid to late May.
The reason for the delay is Disney is giving the team more time to bring these innovative experiences to life in a way that will exceed guests' expectations. Disney also released a video showing a behind the scenes look at the Tree of Life and how it comes to life at night with animated imagery that will tell enchanted stories from nature. Check out the video below:
New Magic Kingdom Tour to Travel Through Time with Walt Disney:
A Magic Kingdom walking tour was announced today called, Walt Disney: Marceline to Magic Kingdom Tour. It will be a three hour walking tour that will take you on a journey learning of Walt's upbringing.
You'll learn when Walt discovered his burgeoning talents, how his family influenced him, the huge impact of his work at the 1964 World's Fair, the evolution of attractions, the challenges of designing and implementing these fantastical experiences, and so much more. You'll also get insight on early Imagineers' and other trailblazers' influence and input on beloved attractions.
Your expert guide will answer questions while imparting info, trivia, behind-the-scenes secrets, and more - sometimes even while experiencing the attraction firsthand. A special surprise also awaits guests on the tour.
The tour will be offered daily and will begin at 8 a.m. at Town Square Theater in Magic Kingdom. Itineraries and experiences on each tour will vary and although the tour is geared towards adults, guests 12 and younger are welcome. The tour will cost $35/person plus tax, (theme park admission not included). Reservations can be made by calling 407-WDW-TOUR (939-8687).
The Disney Parks Blog Gives us a Preview of Tiffins Menu:
The Disney Parks Blog today gave us a sneak peek of what Tiffins menu will look like when it opens up this summer in Animal Kingdom. The signature restaurant's chefs have created a menu inspired the world travels of the parks creators. Here is what the Disney Parks Blog released:
"From the familiar to something new, the menu offers something for everyone – from a berbere-spiced lamb chop to a New York strip steak or beef short rib with potatoes. Starters include a Lobster-Popcorn Thai Curry Soup with Basil and Peanuts (Asia/Africa) to marinated grilled octopus (Europe). Sustainable seasonal fish crudo (South America) and a salad of roasted baby beets and goat cheese with walnut granola and a sun-dried cherry vinaigrette Discovery Island (North America) round out international creations.
Entrées include Berber-Spiced Lamb Chop with Mustard Greens, Lentil Stew and Mint Chutney (Africa); Berkshire Pork Tenderloin with Huitlacoche Tamale, Hominy Succotash and Red Mole Sauce (South America); Miso-glazed Black Cod with Forbidden Rice in Steamed Bok Choy with Turmeric Sauce (Asia), and Grilled Head-on Shrimp with Tomatoes, Roasted Fennel, Olives and Sea Urchin Butter Sauce (Europe). For vegetarians, the Roasted Market Vegetable Curry with Quinoa, Zucchini and Lime Chutney brings a taste of Asia.
Beverages focus on Africa, Asia and South America, including handcrafted cocktails and beers. Non-alcoholic beverages include exotic-fruit- flavored lemonades, Asian and African premium loose-leaf teas and coffee beans from Columbia, Ethiopia, Indonesia and Tanzania.
“With a focus on South American and South African wines, the beverage program is very special – we don’t have another one like it at Disney,” said Master Sommelier Brian Koziol, Food & Beverage Concept and Development director for Disney Parks & Resorts. “The program will focus on environmentality: producers that focus on sustainability, organic wines, and bio-dynamic viticulture,” he explained. “Environmentality is a core value at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and this beverage program is a great way to share that with our guests.”
With 55 seats inside, and 46 seats in a covered outdoor area, Nomad Lounge offers a half- dozen small bites such as a vegetarian summer roll, a seared Wagyu beef skewer, honey-glazed coriander-spiced pork ribs, Indian butter-chicken wings, seasonal fish balls with shishito peppers and house-made head cheese and chicken liver pate with chutney.
Like Tiffins, the lounge offers handcrafted cocktails with African, Asian and South American flavors, imported beers and a South American and South African wine list. Non-alcoholic beverages include exotic-fruit- flavored lemonades, Asian and African premium loose-leaf teas and coffee beans from Columbia, Ethiopia, Indonesia and Tanzania."
We will be getting an official opening date and reservation information for Tiffins very soon, so stay tuned.
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