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Pandora - The World of Avatar Will Open at Disney's Animal Kingdom on May 27, 2017

Disney has announced that the much anticipated Pandora - The World of Avatar land at Disney's Animal Kingdom will open on May 27, 2017.   

The World of Avatar land at Disney's Animal Kingdom will open on May 27, 2017.

Here is Disney's Official Announcement: "Pandora - The World of Avatar, a new land in Disney's Animal Kingdom park, will transport guests to the visually stunning world of Pandora. Here, guests will wonder at floating mountains and bioluminescent plants, and can join the Na’vi on two excursions that take adventure to the next level.

First, the family friendly Na’vi River Journey will send guests through a bioluminescent rainforest. Their journey will end in an unforgettable encounter with a Na’vi Shaman, a figure who has a deep connection to the life force of Pandora. And second, Avatar Flight of Passage will offer guests the jaw-dropping experience of exploring the world of Pandora atop a Banshee.

You will also be able to dine at Satu’li Canteen, grab a drink at Pongu Pongu or shop for Na’vi cultural items, toys, science kits, and more at Windtraders.

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No More Turkey Legs at Disney's Hollywood Studios

As of August 2, 2016, turkey legs will no longer be available at Disney's Hollywood Studios.  Toluca Legs Turkey Company will become the Sunshine Day Cafe and will have a new menu.  

Toluca Legs Turkey Company is closing on August 2, 2016 and turkey legs will no longer be available at Disney's Hollywood Studios park. The space will become the Sunshine Day Cafe and will have a new menu.

Toluca Legs Turkey Company is closing on August 2, 2016 and turkey legs will no longer be available at Disney's Hollywood Studios park. The space will become the Sunshine Day Cafe and will have a new menu.

Fairfax Fare is also getting a menu change with new items like the One Pound Baked Potato with tri-tip beef, gravy and, cheddar and the Loaded Fairfax Potato with sour cream, cheddar, and bacon.

Fairfax Fare, at Disney's Hollywood Studios, will be adding new baked potato selections to its menu beginning August 2, 2016.

Fairfax Fare, at Disney's Hollywood Studios, will be adding new baked potato selections to its menu beginning August 2, 2016.

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