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Boasting the largest collection of Marvel Super Heroes and Super Villains ever assembled on a cruise ship, Marvel Day at Sea offers heroic encounters of epic proportions. Our Marvel Day at Sea sailings from New York City this fall marked the first official appearance of Iron Man, Star-Lord, Gamora and Groot on a Disney Cruise Line ship. They’ll soon be back when Marvel Day at Sea returns on select sailings from Miami this January through April. When Tony Stark isn’t promoting the latest Stark Industries technology, he’s greeting guests and showing off his Iron Man armor. Don’t miss the chance to shake his hand before his big gala that night. You may even run into some of your favorite Guardians of the Galaxy around the ship. Just know that Gamora may not be very amused if Star-Lord kicks off an impromptu dance party! But you’ll have another chance to see the dance-loving Star-Lord get his groove on later in the evening at Fathoms nightclub, which turns into a Ravager hideout just for adults. Iron Man and Groot are two of the Marvel heroes you are guaranteed a time to meet and take photographs with during the cruise. Before you even step onboard, you have the chance to reserve time with these characters and more under the My Disney Cruise section of www.disneycruise.com. Want to see more of the Super Heroes and Villains you can encounter during Marvel Day at Sea? Stay tuned for another inside look later this week. View the full article

Have you ever seen a dinosaur in a Santa hat? Gertie, our favorite dinosaur at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, is so excited about the holidays that she has gotten all dolled up for the season. Check out this friendly dino in Brittany Ungvarsky’s fabulous new wall paper and happy holidays to you and your’s! Find a size for your desktop/mobile device here. Be sure to check out the terms of use about using the wallpaper before you download it. Want to check out other designs? Visit our complete gallery of wallpapers here. View the full article

“What are you doing New Year’s… New Year’s Eve?” Well, if you’re planning to spend New Year’s Eve in Disney World’s Epcot, then you should know about the New Year’s Eve Dinner at the World Showplace Pavilion! Epcot at Night What’s that? You’re wondering why it took them so long to announce this? Us, too! Which means maybe it’s not sold out, yet! A full buffet will feature soups and salads for starters, such as an antipasto salad with basil, grilled vegetable and bean salad, roasted Ruskin tomato basil soup, and a seafood-and-corn chowder. Entree selections on the buffet will include seafood mac and cheese with butter-toasted panko, parmesan-crusted chicken breast with lemon caper sauce, and even gluten-free options like mojo-roasted pork, oven-baked cod, and tender demi-braised beef with mushrooms and pearl onions. Children are welcome at the event and will find selections just for them including chicken fritters, baked “Minnie” corn dogs, and meatballs with red sauce. Dessert? Yes, please! Look for key lime raspberry glitter tarts, Nutella-stuffed chocolate Bundt cakes, assorted eclairs, fresh fruits, chocolate-kissed coconut macaroons, hand-dipped vanilla bean ice cream and sugar- and gluten-free spice cake among the options. Disney songs will play in the background and fun photo vignettes will be part of the fun, too. Advance reservations are required and can be made by calling (407) WDW-DINE (the Cast Member can assist you with available seating times). The price per adult guest is $72.90, and the price for children is $44.38 (tax and gratuity are included for both). This event will accept Disney Dining Plan credits, requiring two Table Service credits per guest. Epcot admission is required and not included. Got a Disney World Trip Planned for November or December? CHECK THIS OUT! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2017 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What’s New!! chapter for the 2017 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World’s busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we’ll tell you where to eat! ;-D Order your 2017 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don’t love it, you get your money back! Will you be welcoming 2018 in Disney World? Please let us know with a comment! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: New Year’s Eve Events at Walt Disney World to Ring in 2016 News! 2018 Disney Dining Plan Updates — Now With Alcohol! Guest Review: Trail’s End Dinner Buffet at Disney World’s Fort Wilderness Resort View the full article

The decision by 21st Century Fox to sell its TV and movie production units as part of a $52.4-billion deal with Walt Disney Co. means Fox will be the only broadcast network without a studio to supply its scripted shows. That has current and former Fox executives and their competitors wondering... View the full article

Thursday's news release announcing Disney's deal to acquire a massive package of 21st Century Fox assets was heavy on certain specifics, especially those that deal with the entertainment world. Deadpool, the X-Men and the Fantastic Four — comic-book film entities previously owned by Fox — get mentioned... View the full article

This week is a big deal for Star Wars fans here at Walt Disney World Resort. In just a few hours, the highly anticipated film, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, will be released in theaters worldwide. Star Wars: Galactic Nights will take place at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this Saturday, December 16. And don’t forget, guests can experience thrilling new adventures on two new planets – Batuu and Crait – at the Star Tours – The Adventures Continue attraction every day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Today we’re sharing the perfect DIY video for Star Wars fans who wish to take their fandom to the next level this week – a Rey-inspired hairstyle tutorial. Check out the video above for step-by-step instructions on how you can create a look that’s truly from another galaxy. And speaking of celebrating, guests seeing the film on opening weekend at Disney Springs are in for a treat. The West Side area will offer special photo backdrops, and themed music and décor for a limited time to celebrate the release of the film. And be sure to check out some of our shops, which will be filled with Star Wars merchandise, including Star Wars Galactic Outpost, World of Disney, Sperry, Stance and more. View the full article

Coming summer 2018, Pixar Pier will transform the southern shore of Paradise Bay at Disney California Adventure park with whimsical neighborhoods filled with characters from some of your favorite Pixar stories. Today, we are bringing you a first look at this transformation through photos of a working model now in use at Walt Disney Imagineering. Featuring newly themed attractions, foods and merchandise, this area will introduce new neighborhoods representing beloved Pixar stories. The neighborhood inspired by “The Incredibles” will be anchored by the Incredicoaster, which will feature a new mid-century-modern-style loading area inspired by the Parr family home as seen in the upcoming “Incredibles 2.” Another of the neighborhoods will be a celebration of many of your favorite Pixar stories. In this neighborhood, each of the 24 gondolas on what is now Mickey’s Fun Wheel will feature different pairs of Pixar pals, and at the Games of the Boardwalk, all of the midway games will be inspired by characters from films such as “a bug’s life,” “WALL·E” and the Pixar short “La Luna.” Pixar Pier will open summer 2018, during the first-ever Pixar Fest celebration, which begins April 13. The celebration will include the new “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular” fireworks spectacular as well as the return of Pixar Play Parade and “Paint the Night” parade, and much more throughout the entire Disneyland Resort. View the full article

In our Disney Doodles blog series, our Disney artists imagine what a character would do or see first if they had the chance to visit a Disney Park. This week’s Doodle was inspired by characters from “Pocahontas” – Meeko and Percy. According to the imagination of artist Ashley Taylor, these pals would likely head to a Disney resort that’s famous for producing yummy treats this time of year. “Meeko and Percy love trying new treats,” she said. “So it’s easy to imagine these two critters wanting to try the gingerbread treats at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa!” View the full article

Walt Disney Co. said Thursday it has extended the contract of Chairman and Chief Executive Bob Iger through December 2021, locking in a 16-year run leading the Burbank entertainment juggernaut. The move, which had been expected, came as Disney announced its $52.4-billion deal to buy much of 21st... View the full article

Walt Disney Co. said Thursday it has extended the contract of Chairman and Chief Executive Bob Iger through December 2021, locking in a 26-year run leading the Burbank entertainment juggernaut. The move, which had been expected, came as Disney announced its $52.4-billion deal to buy much of 21st... View the full article

Stewie Griffin, meet Mickey Mouse. The foulmouthed toddler of Fox’s animated series “Family Guy” is an un-potty-trained troublemaker whose florid vocabulary and diabolical machinations would likely get him kicked out of the Magic Kingdom. But with Walt Disney Co.’s game-changing plan to acquire... View the full article

Walt Disney Co. plans to buy much of the media assets of Rupert Murdoch's 21st Century Fox. If approved by regulators, the deal would create an entertainment powerhouse and transform the Hollywood landscape. Here is a breakdown of what Disney would acquire. View the full article

Walt Disney Co. plans to buy much of the media assets of Rupert Murdoch's 21st Century Fox. Here is a look at the company's rich Hollywood history. View the full article

Walt Disney Co. has finalized a $52.4-billion deal to buy much of Rupert Murdoch’s entertainment empire, a blockbuster union that would radically transform Hollywood into a land of fewer giants. The stock deal, which Disney announced Thursday morning, represents Disney’s boldest acquisition yet.... View the full article

Walt Disney Co. has finalized a $52.4-billion stock deal to buy much of Rupert Murdoch’s entertainment empire, a blockbuster union that would radically transform Hollywood into a land of fewer giants. The deal, which Disney announced Thursday morning, represents Disney’s boldest acquisition yet.... View the full article

The Walt Disney World Resort announced a $1.1 million gift to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida this week — money that already has helped to finish the organization’s new Hughes Branch in Parramore. “There’s something special about giving back at this time of year and investing in great... View the full article

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In anticipation of The Edison’s Grand Opening on New Year’s Eve with a celebration on December 31st, the DFB was invited to take a hard hat tour of the new Disney Springs location, as well as its upcoming neighbors, a trio of Italian eateries bound together by story: Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante, Enzo’s Hideaway Tunnel Bar, and Pizza Ponte! Sneak Peek Tour Lanyard Before we share the details, a note: hard hat tours do not allow photography, so the majority of the pictures below in this post were provided by the Patina Restaurant Group, which runs all four upcoming locations. The Edison Step inside what was once the power plant for the town of Disney Springs: The Edison. The Edison ©Patina Restaurant Group A working clock tower complete with all the cogs and gears will prepare you to enter The Age of Innovation. The Edison ©Patina Restaurant Group Think steampunk for the restaurant’s themed areas, which will include The Ember Parlor, Telegraph Lounge, The Patent Office, The Tesla Lounge, The Radio Room, Waterfront Patio, and The Lab. The Edison ©Patina Restaurant Group We’re also looking forward to bellying up at the Boiler Bar. The Edison ©Patina Restaurant Group AND the Breaker Bar! The Edison ©Patina Restaurant Group And something cool to know: a lot of the decor elements you will see throughout the space were once functional working pieces. Thank goodness for eBay, because the designers preferred to go with original, genuine pieces wherever they could rather than trying to “age” new items. The Edison ©Patina Restaurant Group The Boiler has a bar attached to one side: the Boiler Bar, of course! The seating area will transform into a dance floor later in the evening. The Edison will be family-friendly by day, serving lunch and dinner daily (and no dress code to worry about). However, around 10:00 pm each night, the spot is dedicated strictly to the 21-and-over crowd with entertainment ranging from contortionists, aerialists, palm readers, live bands, and DJs and more. Boiler Bar Area at The Edison ©Patina Restaurant Group Think live cabaret as opposed to burlesque. After all, you’re still in Disney World, people. That said, the space will offer entertainment unlike anything else in Disney World (without being too inappropriate). The Edison ©Patina Restaurant Group If you’re planning to check out the late evening entertainment, know that some clothing items won’t be permitted such as basketball shorts, flip flops, or baseball hats. Also, there will be a cover change after 10:00 pm. The cost has not yet been revealed; however, the cover will be waived for guests who dine. Guests who arrive earlier than 10:00 pm won’t be kicked out, though (except for those under 21, that is). The Edison ©Patina Restaurant Group And the late night will feature its own unique eats with a menu by name of the Bartenders Breakfast. Think late night Eggs Benedict, my friends (YASSSS!!). The Edison ©Patina Restaurant Group But while The Edison has been on our radar for some time now, three more restaurants were recently announced that will help to form the entirety of The Edison Complex. Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante Alongside the former power plant of Disney Springs, there is also what was once the Air Terminal for the town. Since the closure of the terminal, the space is now home to three Italian restaurants, including Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante. Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante ©Patina Restaurant Group You see, Maria and Enzo are an Italian immigrant couple who ran a bakery in the Air Terminal. Upon its closure, they opened a small pizza-by-the-slice business by the name of Pizza Ponte. The success of Pizza Ponte among the residents of Disney Springs enabled the couple to purchase the old Air Terminal, which they transformed into Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante! Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante ©Patina Restaurant Group The Ristorante makes the most of what was the terminal’s lobby, retaining much of the glitz and glamour of the Golden Age of Travel. A large staircase leads to the main dining room with the large lobby windows showcasing waterfront views of Lake Buena Vista (the very same windows that the Clippers — large sea planes — used to fly into). You’ll spy elements of the terminal everywhere you look, from gate numbers to the large circular ceiling with an Art Deco mural highlighting various cities. Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante ©Patina Restaurant Group In fact, the entire space will remain true to the aesthetics of the original terminal, with an Art Deco style reminiscent of the era when men wore a suit to travel. (However, we’ll all still feel welcome in the establishment even in our park clothes). Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante ©Patina Restaurant Group A silver globe hanging like a chandelier will provide some classic Disney whimsy in the luxurious space. And three highlighted points will mark Disney World, Disneyland, and Marceline, Missouri (Walt Disney’s childhood home and inspiration for Main Street, U.S.A.). Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante ©Patina Restaurant Group And I LOVE this already: off the main dining room is the First Class Lounge. You can make a request to be seated there upon making your reservation. But some lucky guests — just like when we fly in regular life — may just be “bumped up” to First Class! Adult guests will receive a complimentary glass of Prosecco, while children will receive a Wings pin. Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante ©Patina Restaurant Group The southern Italian menu — created by Chef Theo Schoenegger from Sinatra Restaurant in Las Vegas, the “pioneer of modern Italian food” — will include items like Fritto Misto, Arancini de Carne, and all homemade pasta (which is unusual for a restaurant this size). Some items will even be prepared tableside. Chef Schoenegger, similar to Chef Morimoto at Morimoto Asia, will work at the Ristorante quarterly. The wine selection will feature over 100 wines, and Maria & Enzo’s will be acquiring the sommelier from Epcot’s Tutto Gusto. Enzo’s Hideaway Tunnel Bar & Restaurant What is now Enzo’s Hideaway Tunnel Bar was a discovery that Enzo made once he and Maria purchased the terminal. During the Prohibition era, bootleggers utilized the space — located beneath what is now Pizza Ponte and the Ristorante — turning it into something of a hot spot during the dry years. Enzo’s Hideaway Graffiti on the walls tells some of the story with signatures, drawings, and quotes dating back to 1919. Enzo’s Hideaway ©Patina Restaurant Group And at least one offers some particularly good advice: “If you obey all the rules, you miss all the fun.” Enzo’s Hideaway ©Patina Restaurant Group Thankfully, those dry years are long gone, and we can look forward to enjoying unique craft cocktails and a bar featuring the largest selection of “antique” and specialty rums on property. Enzo’s Hideaway ©Patina Restaurant Group And to help soak it all in? The Roman-inspired menu will feature items like short ribs, Italian sausages, and small plates. Guests will be able to see the chefs slicing the fresh meats and assorted premium cheeses. Something that will make Enzo’s unique to other bars and lounges on property are special events including Enzo’s Sunday Supper, hosted at a large built-in table where guests will be able to bring their own wine — with no corkage fee! The menu is still being finalized, and we can’t wait to learn more. Enzo’s Hideaway ©Patina Restaurant Group The Smugglers Series is a hard-ticketed event offered once a month with its own imaginative menu and creative cocktail selection with an emphasis on mixology. Guests will be able to purchase tickets online, so we’ll be keeping an eye on enzoshideawayfla.com for further details! Pizza Ponte Maria and Enzo’s original business venture of the three restaurants was Pizza Ponte — a spot serving Sicilian pizza by the slice to folks in Disney Springs! ©Patina Restaurant Group This spot will serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and will offer much more than just pizza. Made-to-order sandwiches and freshly baked pastries including Bombolini (Italian cream-filled donuts), and tiramisu will also be available for Disney Springs visitors looking for a fast-casual dining experience. So, When Can We Go? As mentioned, The Edison will kick off its Grand Opening on the evening of December 31st for a ticketed event celebrating New Year’s Eve. A specific opening date has not yet been announced for Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante, Enzo’s Hideaway Tunnel Bar, and Pizza Ponte, but according to Disney all spots are anticipated to be operational in early January 2018. And then all we’ll have to figure out is… which one do we go to first?!? Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available for Pre-Order! With more than 650 pages, the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-order your copy of the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2018 to save 25% today! But there’s MORE! Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining e-Book, 2018 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2017 Edition immediately for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2018 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2017 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which of the four new locations coming to Disney Springs are you hoping to visit first? Please let us know with a comment! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: Confirmed: Maria & Enzo’s — Plus Pizza Ponte and Enzo’s Hideaway — Coming to The Edison Complex in Disney Springs INSIDE the Edison and MORE — Opening SOON at Disney World! News: Mario and Enzo’s Restaurant — Plus Rum Running Tunnels!! — Coming to The Edison in Disney Springs View the full article

Just in time for the holidays, Disney Parks is lifting spirits and keeping future’s bright for thousands of children and teens of Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida. During a surprise visit from Mickey Mouse, students of the new downtown Orlando location of the Boys & Girls Clubs were among the first to learn that Disney Parks is donating $1.1 million to the organization this holiday season. The special donation will help cover construction costs at the Orlando location. As you can see in the photo above, the look of pure joy on the students’ faces as Mickey surprised them was one of the greatest gifts from this holiday season. It was one of the many moments we cast members experience that remind us why we enjoy our work. The donation represents the hard work Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida have demonstrated over the past seven decades inspiring children and teens to realize their full potential. As many of you know, our partnership dates back to Walt Disney himself, who served as spokesman and honorary board member for the organization. View the full article

Did you tune-in to the Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings TV special on Freeform this past Monday? Two couples tied the knot in holiday style at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. Dominique and Joe said “I Do” to a winter wonderland event at Disney’s Wedding Pavilion, and Greg and Melanie strolled down a festive aisle at Rose Court Garden in Disneyland. Wedding dreams do come true! The Disneyland bakery created a brand new cake flavor just for the special – caramel popcorn! If you want to see more incredible wedding cake creations from the talented Disney bakery teams, check out the video below. Didn’t get a chance to watch Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings: Holiday Magic? No problem Freeform will be airing the TV special again on Thursday, December 14th at 8:30 a.m./7:30 c. You can also watch it anytime on Freeform.com, the Freeform App, Hulu, or OnDemand. Are you interested in learning more about Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings and how to plan your own dream celebration? Come to the Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings Showcase on February 3, 2018 at Walt Disney World Resort! Learn more and register here! View the full article

Disney Springs is abuzz with the sounds of construction workers completing the looks for four new eateries. We got a guided sneak peek inside amid welders and assorted machinery Wednesday. Here’s some of what we saw (sorry, no photography, Disney said) and what we learned about the Edison, Maria... View the full article

Back in July at the D23 conference, Disney World’s newest form of transportation was announced: the Skyliner, a gondola connecting Epcot and Hollywood Studios with several Disney resorts. Since then, we’ve been daydreaming about flying between resorts and parks, taking in the views from above. And now we have some new details to pore over — plus some exciting concept art — courtesy of the Disney Parks Blog! Copyright Disney Parks Blog First, select ride vehicles (called cabins) will celebrate beloved Disney characters — from the Fab Five to princesses to our favorite Hitchhiking Ghosts! Snagging one of these cabins is already on our Disney World bucket list. The Blog also shared some concept art for three of the stations the Skyliner will use. Stations will be found at Caribbean Beach Resort, Epcot’s International Gateway, and Hollywood Studios and will also connect Pop Century, Art of Animation, and the new DVC Resort — Disney Riviera Resort. There will also be a ‘turn-station’ located on Buena Vista Drive, where guests will be able to “see the mechanical and aerial components that make up the Disney Skyliner.” So cool! The Caribbean Beach station will feature the fun and colorful designs you find at the resort itself. And the Blog says this station will be “the hub of activity” for the Skyliner. Copyright Disney Parks Blog The Hollywood Studios station will mimic the retro DHS entrance and bus stop design. Copyright Disney Parks Blog The Epcot International Gateway station will capture the beauty of the Pavilions located near this part of the park. Copyright Disney Parks Blog Want to hear more amazing things coming to Disney World?? Click Here to See More Incredible Lands, Resorts, Hotels (Including The Star Wars Hotel!) and Attractions Coming Soon to Disney World! How excited are you for the Skyliner? Squeal with us in the comments below! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: News: Disney Star Wars Land Restaurant Details and Concept Art! News: Artwork Revealed for Disney World’s Caribbean Beach Resort Restaurants New “Designer” Burgers at Disney World View the full article

Next time you go to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, maybe you’ll get lucky enough to get a glimpse of the new baby tigers that were born in August. The pair of endangered Sumatran tiger cubs are “slowly being introduced” to their new habitat at the theme park, Disney announced on its park blog. Disney... View the full article

Ciao! Last week I gave you helpful phrases for adventures in France during your family’s Disney cruise, and today I want to prepare you for excursions in Italy. In summer 2018, the Disney Magic returns to Europe, visiting seven unique destinations in Italy. For the first time ever, we’ll call on Genoa, Italy, the gateway to Milan and Portofino. Other ports of call offer the chance to explore the charming Italian Riviera and stunning Amalfi Coast, visit historic Florence, Pisa and Pompeii, retreat to the isles of Sicily and Sardinia, and walk the streets of the “The Eternal City” of Rome. Start preparing for your family’s summer Disney cruise vacation now, and learn these helpful Italian phrases … Next up, we’ll teach you a bit of Spanish for your sun-soaked explorations in Spain. View the full article

Starting this week, guests at Disney’s Animal Kingdom may get a glimpse of Anala and Jeda, the first Sumatran tiger cubs to be born at the park. The nearly four-month-old cubs are slowly being introduced into their habitat on Maharajah Jungle Trek. The sister and brother pair will be visible periodically as they acclimate to their new area. We are thrilled to be able to share a first look of these adorable tigers in their new habitat. Disney is proud to play an important role in the worldwide conservation and understanding of Sumatran tigers, a critically endangered species whose worldwide population has grown by two with the birth of Anala and Jeda. As part of these efforts, Disney participates in the Species Survival Plan, a breeding program through the Association of Zoos and Aquariums which helps ensure a diverse, healthy population of threatened and endangered species for years to come. Our dedicated and highly trained team of animal care experts and veterinarians spent three years preparing for the birth of these Sumatran tigers and have worked tirelessly to provide them with the best possible care so they can grow and thrive. Part of this work included creating a special new backstage play area where the tiger cubs could learn to swim and climb before venturing into their habitat at Maharajah Jungle Trek. As you may remember from our previous updates, Sumatran tigers are a critically endangered species with fewer than 500 left in the wild. The Disney Conservation Fund (DCF) is working with groups like the Wildlife Conservation Society on its Reverse the Decline initiative to develop strategies for saving these majestic animals. View the full article