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The Culinary Story on Pandora – The World of Avatar

May 1, 2017 by Debra Martin Koma

When Pandora - The World of Avatar opens at Disney's Animal Kingdom on May 27, 2017, two new drinking and dining spots will open as well: Satuli Canteen, a fast-castual restaurant, and Pongu Pongu, a beverage kiosk.

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More Details On Satu’li Canteen in Pandora – The World of Avatar

March 20, 2017 by Debra Martin Koma

Beginning May 27, when Pandora - The World of Avatar opens at Disney's Animal Kingdom, guests will be able to dine at Satu'li Canteen, where an on-stage grill is a prominent feature in the colorful dining room.

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February 17 Set for Premiere of Animal Kingdom’s New Nighttime Show – Rivers of Light

February 9, 2017 by Debra Martin Koma

Rivers of Light, an all-new nighttime show at Disney's Animal Kingdom, will begin delighting Walt Disney World Resort guests Feb. 17. Rich in symbolism and storytelling, the elaborate theatrical production takes guests on a breathtaking emotional journey - a visual mix of water, fire, nature and light all choreographed to an original musical score.

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Disney Announces May 27 as Opening Date for Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

February 7, 2017 by Debra Martin Koma

Pandora - The World of Avatar will open at Disney's Animal Kingdom on Saturday, May 27, it was announced today by Disney CEO Bob Iger during The Walt Disney Company Shareholders meeting.

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Pandora – The World of Avatar Set To Open Summer 2017

November 19, 2016 by Debra Martin Koma

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Saturday, Nov. 19, 2017) — Bob Chapek, Chairman, Disney Parks and Resorts, gave a look into the future of the newest addition to the Walt Disney World Resort today, unveiling some exciting new updates coming soon to Disney’s Animal Kingdom expansion — Pandora -The World of Avatar. As part of Chapek’s … Continue reading "Pandora – The World of Avatar Set To Open Summer 2017"

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Walt Disney World – Animal Kingdom Changes

January 5, 2016 by Jason Dz

Contributing photographer Jason of disneygeek.com sends us these photos. In early December I wrapped up my 2015 Disney Parks World Tour back where it all began for me: at Walt Disney World. During 2015 I was able to visit all 11 Disney theme parks in Anaheim, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Paris and Orlando. It had been … Continue reading "Walt Disney World – Animal Kingdom Changes"

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Bringing Avatar to Life at Animal Kingdom

February 26, 2015 by AllEars

The Disney Company has issued a press release on the latest developments on the land of Pandora based on the film AVATAR at Disney's Animal Kingdom.

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Animal Kingdom – Walt Disney World Construction Update

December 29, 2014 by Jason Dz

Contributing photographer Jason (disneygeek.com) sends us these photos from his recent visit to Animal Kingdom.

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Groundbreaking for AVATAR-Inspired Land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

January 10, 2014 by Debra Martin Koma

A ceremonial groundbreaking for an AVATAR-inspired land at Disney's Animal Kingdom was held January 8, 2014. On hand were George Kalogridis, president of Walt Disney World Resort; Meg Crofton, president of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Operations, United States and France; Tom Staggs, chairman, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts; a Na'vi (character from AVATAR); Jon Landau, AVATAR Producer; Bruce Vaughn, chief creative executive of Walt Disney Imagineering; and Joe Rohde, creative executive, Walt Disney Imagineering.

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AVATAR Coming to Disney Parks

September 20, 2011 by Debra Martin Koma

Long-term agreement will bring AVATAR themed lands to Disney parks, with the first at Walt Disney World in Orlando BURBANK (September 20, 2011) – Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Worldwide is joining forces with visionary filmmaker James Cameron and Fox Filmed Entertainment to bring the world of AVATAR to life at Disney parks. Through an … Continue reading "AVATAR Coming to Disney Parks"

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