Animal Kingdom Archives

Opening Day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

April 22, 2021

Walt Disney World’s fourth (and so far final?) theme park, Disney’s Animal Kingdom opened its gates to the public 23 years ago. (Cue “What’s My Age Again” by blink-182.) Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s anniversary is also Earth Day, April 22! Today we’re taking a trip back in time to the Opening Day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom — April 22, 1998. Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s opening had a grand opening ceremony featuring ...

Disney Parks

Even More Earth Month Updates at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

April 13, 2021

Earth Day, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park’s Anniversary, is still a little over a week away, but the Earth Month & Earth Day excitement is still in full swing. You may remember my first article about Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s Earth Month celebrations, but I’m here to share even more that you can look forward to if you’re visiting. If you want to check out my first Earth Month post, click here! From completed sand sculptures to new life and ...

Disney Attractions

All About Expedition Everest

April 7, 2021

On this day in 2006, an iconic Disney attraction opened to the public. This attraction holds several titles at Walt Disney World resort including Tallest Attraction and Most Expensive Roller Coaster. I’ve written about fun facts for this attraction on my own website and on Best of Orlando. Which attraction has an anniversary today? If you guessed Expedition Everest, you are correct! Expedition Everest turns fifteen today. Brief History of Expedition Everest Expedition Everest was ...

Disney Attractions

Six Buggy Facts About It’s Tough To Be A Bug

August 7, 2019

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is home to adventurous attractions of all sorts. From big thrills and stage shows to 3D experiences, there’s a lot to explore around Walt Disney World’s fourth theme park. Today we’re sharing six buggy facts about It’s Tough To Be A Bug! Opening Day Attraction The Most Magical Place on Earth’s youngest theme park opened on Earth Day, April 22, 1998. On this day the park featured twelve opening day attractions including some attractions still found in the park ...