The View to Broadcast from Animal Kingdom in March; Kermit the Frog Hot Air Balloon to be Removed

The View to Broadcast from Animal Kingdom in March:

Today, during ABC's The View it was announced that they will be broadcasting from Disney's Animal Kingdom March 6-10, 2017. It was announced along with some familiar faces in Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald, Goofy, and Pluto. Also announced was a chance for us the viewers to enter a chance to win a trip to Disney, in "The View's Magic is Endless Sweepstakes" presented by American Tourister. Here are the details:

YOU COULD WIN:
A MAGICAL VACATION TO VISIT ALL 4 THEME PARKS AT THE WALT DISNEY WORLD® RESORT TO SEE A TAPING OF THE VIEW DISNEY’S ANIMAL KINGDOM THEME PARK!

The View wants to send 3 Grand Prize winners and each of their 3 guests to Walt Disney World® in Florida where the Magic Is Endless

Grand Prize winners can stay at one of over 25 Disney Resort Hotels where guests get special benefits, like Extra Magic Hours, where each day one of the Parks is open longer to enjoy select attractions. Each Grand Prize winner will also receive a $500 Disney gift card, which can be used throughout the Walt Disney World® Resort, including at select locations in Disney Springs, a truly one of a kind destination to eat. And thanks to American Tourister, we’ll have you traveling in style because each Grand Prize winner and his/her guests will also receive a 20” hardside American Tourister carry-on. American Tourister is the official luggage of Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort, offering dozens of bags featuring Disney, Star Wars and Marvel characters.

The entry period ends January 29 at 11:59 p.m. ET. The View’s Magic is Endless Sweepstakes is open to legal residents of the 50 United States & District of Columbia, 18 or older. No purchase necessary. Winners must travel between March 3-8, 2017.Guests can enter here at https://theviewmagicisendlesssweepstakes.com.

Kermit the Frog Hot Air Balloon to be Removed from Disney's Hollywood Studios:

According to a report from WDW News Today, the Kermit the Frog Hot Air Balloon will be removed over the next coming weeks at Disney's Hollywood Studios. The famous hot air balloon has been a staple over the now Muppets Courtyard for the last 26 years. 

Disney has not stated if the balloon will be reused or relocated. The balloon is being removed due to it being visible inside of what will become Star Wars Land inside the Studios.