In Episode 7 of The Rhubarbs Travelers, we celebrate the long-awaited arrival of Bluey to Disney Parks, detailing the new shows and experiences coming to Disneyland and Animal Kingdom. We also discuss the confirmed July 2026 opening date for Soarin’ Across America and analyze the rumors surrounding airline-style ticket pricing and a new partnership with Meta for smart glasses. DVC members won’t want to miss our breakdown of the 2026 annual dues and the surprising 30-month extension to the Contemporary Resort’s refurbishment. Plus, we explore Disney’s cutting-edge animatronics, from a free-standing dancing Minnie Mouse to the next-gen tech coming to the Lion King ride in Paris.
Stay tuned for our Aftershow, where we react to Zootopia 2 making history with the biggest global opening for an animated film of all time. We also dig into intriguing permits filed at Disney Springs that point to a new concept from the owner of Gideon’s Bakehouse taking over the Art of Shaving space. From the permanent closure of the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster pre-show to the reimagining of Hollywood Studios’ Animation Courtyard.
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