Walt Disney World News

It was announced last month that the Richard Petty Driving Experience and the Exotic Driving Experience at Walt Disney World is closing, but the date has now been pushed back. Instead of late June like previously announced, the last date to book an experience is now August 9. The day will end with the last … Closing date pushed back for Walt Disney World Speedway

Inspired by the popular Disneyland hot spot, this lounge is located off the Polynesian’s main lobby and will offer 50 indoor seats, as well as outdoor seating for 82 on the Tiki Terrace. Like its Disneyland counterpart, Trader Sam’s was “founded” by Trader Sam, the “head” salesman from the Jungle Cruise. The menu will feature … Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto soft opening on March 28

The parent company of Disney’s Magic Express shuttle service will cut 204 jobs in May. Aircraft Service International Group is responsible for “shuttle service, luggage handling and other related services for the Disney Magical Express.” Disney contracts the services for Magical Express, a free shuttle service that transfers Disney resort guests and their luggage between … 204 job cuts planned for Disney’s Magical Express contractor

Rumors have been spreading around the Internet for awhile about the possibility of Adventureland at the Magic Kingdom getting a new restaurant. WDW News Today says that information has been confirmed and a Jungle Cruise-themed restaurant is being planned for the area. “Skippers Cantina,” the rumored name for the eatery, will be located in the … Jungle Cruise-themed restaurant coming to Magic Kingdom?

Two of Walt Disney World’s most popular attractions will soon be able to accommodate more riders. Soarin’, Epcot’s hang-gliding simulation ride, and Toy Story Mania!, the virtual reality shooting game at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, will each be expanded. Soarin’ will have another theater added, as well as some updates to the existing screens and projection … Walt Disney World to expand Soarin’ and Toy Story Mania

Scott Hunnel, chef at Walt Disney World restaurant Victoria & Albert’s, is a semi-finalist for the James Beard Foundation’s Best Chef in the South Region award. His restaurant has won many awards, including being a AAA Five-Diamond winner. 20 chefs from Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana and Puerto Rico were nominated in this category; finalists will … Disney chef nominated for James Beard award