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Embrace your college days once again in a totally new way with the Disney x Tommy Collection! Available now on shopDisney, at Walt Disney World, on tommy.com, and in select global Tommy Hilfiger stores. Check out the new Disney x Tommy Collection featuring an assortment of preppy classics adorned in traditional and reimagined illustrations of beloved Disney characters. The collection pays homage to the past 100 years of Disney magic while also looking to the wonders waiting in the future. Designs combine traditional images of Disney’s Mickey and Friends with new manga-inspired artwork, adorning an assortment of apparel that captures Tommy Hilfiger’s perfected college prep style. Mix and match pieces like the Mickey Mouse Icon Shorts, Mickey Mouse Pleated Skirt, and Mickey Mouse Polka Dot Sweater—inspired by traditional cricket sweaters—to create a multitude of effortlessly chic looks. With a vivid expression and big, twinkling eyes, Mickey Mouse gives a playful wink on the front of this knit sweater pullover. Inspired by Japanese art and the whimsical, black-and-white illustrations of manga, Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and more iconic characters’ bold new looks are also featured on patches that decorate the navy jacquard zip jacket and skater style skirt. If you want to make a more subdued character statement, look no further than the Mickey Mouse Sleeveless Shirt Dress, Button Down Shirt, and Shorts, each covered in an allover striped pattern dotted with vintage-style images. The unmistakable Mickey Mouse icon as well as Tommy Hilfiger’s initials logo also form a subtle embossed design on the Mickey Mouse Icon Zip Sweater. Celebrate Disney’s “100 Years of Wonder” in the Mickey Mouse Crest T-Shirt, which features both an illustration of classic Mickey Mouse as well as him drawn in his new manga-inspired look created just for this line. The illustrations are showcased within a crest reminiscent of Tommy Hilfiger’s own iconic crest. Step out in casually cool style with even more tees, like the Mickey and Friends T-Shirt. Checkout the playfully patterned Mickey Mouse Icon T-shirt. We love the Mickey Mouse T-shirt—featuring a collegiate Mickey Mouse wearing his varsity jacket. Craft your own unique collegiate look with more Disney x Tommy Collection items found on shopDisney and at Disney Parks as well as additional pieces available on tommy.com and in select Tommy Hilfiger stores. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Please Note: Gotta Go Orlando is your free guide to all the amazing happenings in Orlando. Every day we offer the most up to date news and information on the best of Orlando and Central Florida. We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links, articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site.

As we enter Pride Month here in Orlando, thoughts turn to the anniversary of the tragic night at Pulse on June 12, 2016, when a gunman killed 49 people and wounded 53 more in a mass shooting, and yet seven year on we appear no further forward with a permanent museum and memorial. As we near the seventh anniversary of the Pulse shooting, the onePulse Foundation has sadly announced that it will be scaling back its plans for a permanent museum and memorial to Pulse and those who perished. This news follows the revelation that the foundation was unable to negotiate the purchase of the former Pulse Nightclub property from its current owners Michael Panaggio, and Rosario and Barbara Poma. Barbara Poma, the co-owner of Pulse Nightclub and the person who actually launched the foundation back in 2016, stepped down from the foundation back in April. At the time it was thought that this move was to help push negotiations forward tosell the property to the foundation without any conflict of interest. Supposedly Poma, together with her husband and their business partner Michael Panaggio, were wanting $2.5 million for the building, but negotiations came to a dead end. OnePulse Foundation claimed that they had asked the Pomas for the full donation of the Pulse Nightclub property, but an agreement could not be reached. With negotiations hitting a dead end, the foundations director, Deborah Bowie, shared that the foundation would be looking at alternative locations to build the long-awaited museum and memorial somewhere away from Pulse. Now Bowie has revealed that the foundation is looking to scale back plans for a massive museum and memorial project, which had an estimated price tag of $100 million. The Foundation say that they are now looking to scale back the project, either on a lot close to the site, or by converting a warehouse it purchased at 438 W. Kaley Street, into the new museum and memorial. The foundation is currently considering where to build its memorial now that the Pulse property is no longer available. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Please Note: Gotta Go Orlando is your free guide to all the amazing happenings in Orlando. Every day we offer the most up to date news and information on the best of Orlando and Central Florida. We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links, articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site.

Don't mind us, just enjoying the sweetest treats this end of the rainbow! June is Pride Month, and Universal Orlando Resort are celebrating with some of the sweetest treats this side of the rainbow! Be sure to try the Pride Month desserts from Today Cafe, Croissant Moon, Toothsome Chocolate Emporium, Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar, and Voodoo Doughnut. Plus throughout the resort you'll discover some amazing Pride themed cocktails and beers, including the Blue Dazzle and Rainbow Vacation at select venues around Universal CityWalk, including at Bob Marley–A Tribute to Freedom Must be 21+. Please drink responsibly. Also, check out the awesome Love is Universal Pride Month merchandise at Universal Orlando Resort! For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Please Note: Gotta Go Orlando is your free guide to all the amazing happenings in Orlando. Every day we offer the most up to date news and information on the best of Orlando and Central Florida. We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links, articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site.

It's only one day into the 2023 Hurricane Season and Tropical Storm Arlen has formed in the Gulf of Mexico! According to the National Hurricane Center, Tropical Storm Arlene has formed in the Gulf of Mexico Friday, June 2 roughly 200 miles west of Florida. Arlens is now officially the first named storm of the season. Earlier today, U.S. Air Force Hurricane Hunters investigating the system discovered the former tropical depression had winds of at least 40 mph, officially meeting the criteria to be designated as a tropical storm. The NHC commented in an advisory today, "Although the storm has strengthened slightly, we still expect Arlene to weaken soon due to increasing wind shear and dry air, and no change has been made to the forecast," According to the NHC, Tropical Storm Arlene's track is expected to keep the storm offshore, with Florida not expecting any direct impacts, with only an increased chance of showers and thunderstorms, which is not unusual for this time of year anyway! For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Please Note: Gotta Go Orlando is your free guide to all the amazing happenings in Orlando. Every day we offer the most up to date news and information on the best of Orlando and Central Florida. We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links, articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site.

A "nano-influencer", Jacob Ryan Pursifull has risked his life for TikTok and YouTube views! On Wednesday, May 31, Jacob Ryan Pursifull entered Busch Gardens Tampa Bay with the intention of making TikTok and YouTube content. He has since posted content on TikTok and YouTube showing him helping himself to Dipping Dots from a closed kiosk in the park, and unbelievably he is seen jumping into the American Alligator enclosure within the park. The exhibit which is across from the Moroccan Palace Theater is a regular stopping point for guests to view the alligators before and after visiting the Gorillas and Chimpanzees. When viewing the alligators, they are separated from guests by two metal fences. In the shocking video of Pursifull uploaded by sneakyjupa in the gator enclosure you can hear panicked park guests shouting at him to leave the enclosure, all the while he is shouting at them “Another wild Karen, crikey,” For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Please Note: Gotta Go Orlando is your free guide to all the amazing happenings in Orlando. Every day we offer the most up to date news and information on the best of Orlando and Central Florida. We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links, articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site

Valhalla Bakery has waved goodby to Market on South in the Milk District and is set to open this Saturday within the Cheney Collective in East Orlando. Back in April we brought you the news that Valhalla Bakery was shutting up shop at the Milk District's Market on South and was moving within the Cheney Collective at the near 100 year old Fort Pitt building at 5565 Old Cheney Highway. Fast forward to now, and Valhalla Bakery is ready to soft open this Saturday, June 3, 2023! Owner Celine Beltgens will once again be serving up her delicious square doughnuts, and some yummy new treats including the Onion Poofy Bois, a savory treat drizzled with olive oil, balsamic glaze and maple syrup. Valhalla Bakery will be joined soon at the Cheney Collective by Dharma Southern Chick'n who also shared space with Valhalla at Market on South. As always, keep checking back with us here at Gotta Go Orlando as we continue to bring you the latest news and information from around Orlando and Central Florida You can also discover our latest news, views, and more on our socials, follow Gotta Go Orlando on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel for all the latest from Orlando's Theme Parks, Attractions and more. Please note: Some posts may contain affiliate links which means we could earn money if you purchase products or services via our site. Contact Us

June is Pride Month and Walt Disney World is celebrating throughout the resort with murals, merchandise, food and more! From the recent announcement of this year’s Disney Pride Collection to the delicious Pride Eats and Treats and everything in between, Walt Disney World is bringing the Pride magic to life throughout the resort. Photo Walls Disney have designed so many fun photo walls across Walt Disney World Resort, including the EPCOT wall with its distinctly “EPCOTian” design. Magic Shots Find one of the wonderful Disney PhotoPass photographers to get your rainbow-themed photo ops, including some really fun Magic Shots! Disney Pride Collection Do some Pride Collection shopping! Disney’s Pride Collection can be found in various retail locations throughout Walt Disney World, and this year Disney is donating 100% of the profits from any Pride Collection items purchased through June 30 .Profits will be donated to support LGBTQIA+ youth and families. PlusDisney has also committed to donating an additional $100,000 to the Zebra Coalition, an Orlando-based nonprofit that supports LGBTQ+ youth. To learn more about the organizations Disney support year-round, please visit TWDCPrideCollection.com. Calling all Jedi! Feel inspired by the Force and put on the Star Wars Fashion Top – Disney Pride Collection which has the film’s iconic logo in rainbow form. For all of the Super Hero fans, the fashion-forward Poplin Shirt – Disney Pride Collection and Sleeveless Spirit Jersey – Disney Pride Collection bring together powerful style and serious comfort, and feature some fan-favorite Super Hero icons including Iron Man’s helmet, Thor’s hammer and more. This year’s collection has something for everyone – including animal pals! The Mickey Mouse Spirit Jersey for Pets – Disney Pride Collection brings your best buddy the comfort and signature style of the classic Spirit Jerseys (made for humans) with allover artwork starring Mickey Mouse and more. Pride Eats and Treats Walt Disney World is celebrating Pride Month throughout June with a variety of delicious dishes and sips expertly created by the resorts talented teams of chefs and mixologists. Throughout Walt Disney World you’ll be able to try new delights like the Pride Mousse Cake at Contempo Café and the Mickey-shaped Macaron at Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe, and some returning treats, such as the Pride Lunchbox Tart at Woody’s Lunchbox. Get ready to be hungry, celebrate, and Share Your Pride! Disney Resort Hotels Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge The Mara (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Confetti Cake: Yellow confetti cake and white chocolate ganache (New) Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and Disney’s Pop Century Resort Landscape of Flavors and Everything POP Shopping & Dining (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Roulade: Vanilla cake roll with lemon-cream cheese filling, sweet cream, and white chocolate décor Disney’s BoardWalk BoardWalk Deli (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Cinnamon Roll Carousel Coffee (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Italian Cookies: Frangipane, raspberry jam, and a dark chocolate shell (New) Disney’s Contemporary Resort Contempo Café (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Mousse Cake: Sprinkle cake, passion fruit mousse, strawberry crunch, and purple glitter mirror glaze (New) Two of our very own Disney Culinary cast members and members of the LGBTQIA+ community, Margo and Bryce, worked in collaboration to create this elegant dessert in celebration of Pride Month Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Gasparilla Island Grill (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Coconut Key Lime Pop: Coconut-key lime patty enrobed in chocolate with white chocolate décor (New) Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Pineapple Lanai (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Float: Vanilla pink and blue soft-serve float, representing the transgender flag colors, with Fanta Pineapple topped with sprinkles and white chocolate décor (New) Disney’s Riviera Resort Le Petit Café (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Italian Cookies: Frangipane, raspberry jam, and a dark chocolate shell (New) Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Roaring Fork (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Cinnamon Roll Available at Various Resorts (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Strawberry Cupcake: Confetti cupcake filled with fresh strawberries topped with Bavarian cream and vanilla buttercream garnished with chocolate décor (New); Available at the following: World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort End Zone Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter Riverside Mill Food Court at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside Disney’s Hollywood Studios ABC Commissary and Catalina Eddie’s (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Cheesecake Dome: Whipped berry, white chocolate cheesecake on a vanilla cookie glazed with a red, white chocolate mirror glaze and topped with Mickey Pride ears Backlot Express and The Trolly Car Café (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Cupcake: Vanilla cupcake filled with rainbow sprinkles and berry marmalade, topped with a red berry buttercream, and garnished with rainbow sprinkles and Mickey Pride ears Woody’s Lunchbox (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Lunchbox Tart: Guava-filled pastry coated in purple vanilla fondant and topped with rainbow sprinkles, sour ribbon candy, and a blue chocolate Mickey Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park Creature Comforts (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Mousse Dome: Lemon chiffon cake, raspberry-lemonade mousse, white chocolate glaze, and white chocolate crispy pearls striped with the transgender flag colors (New) Pizzafari and Restaurantosaurus (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Cupcake: Chocolate cake, salted caramel crunch filling, sweet coffee buttercream, rainbow sprinkles, and chocolate Mickey Pride decoration (New) Tiffins Restaurant (Available June 1 through 30) Color Changing Cocktail: A playful floral cocktail that changes color before your eyes with Empress 1908 Gin, St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, and Peach Schnapps Liqueur (New) EPCOT Block & Hans (Available June 1 through 30) Frozen Blueberry Lemonade (Non-alcoholic) Frozen Blueberry Lemonade with Moonshine Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue Blueberry Lemonade (Non-alcoholic) Blueberry Lemonade with Moonshine Blending memories of childhood and adulthood, Restaurant Guest Experience Manager Josh, a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, created these featured beverages inspired by the blueberries at the local farm-to-table produce stands in Maryland and his memories of trying various lemonade flavors on vacation with friends. The finishing touch of glitter makes this drink shine. Sunshine Seasons (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Dome Cake: Tres leches mousse and toasted coconut dome with a mirrored glaze Magic Kingdom Park Main Street Bakery (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Cinnamon Roll Pinocchio Village Haus (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Mickey Key Lime Tart: Key lime tart with sweet whipped cream topped with a chocolate piece Sleepy Hollow (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Mickey Pop: Confetti cake dipped in white chocolate and striped with the transgender flag colors Disney Springs Amorette’s Patisserie (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Roulade: Green apple mousse roulade with buttercream and a pride Mickey garnish (New) Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ (Available June 1 through 30) Pride-themed Jumbo Squeeze Bottles: 22-ounce Pride-themed jumbo squeeze bottles available for purchase with the Shine on Tap (New) (Refills available) Coca-Cola Store (Available June 1 through 30) Simply Rainbow: Simply Orange, ICEE Blue Raspberry, and grenadine topped with gummy candy The Ganachery (Available June 1 through 20) Pride Chocolate Piñata: Chocolate piñata filled with marshmallow treats (New) Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Co. (Available June 1 through 30) Rainbow Donut “Happy Pride Month” Ripple Art Paddlefish (Available June 1 through 30) Kendra’s Loud & Proud: The June cocktail of the month with grenadine, pineapple juice, elderflower liqueur, and Islamorada Hibiscus Gin served in the classic Paddlefish glass garnished with cherry, orange, lemon, blackberry, and a mint sprig Splitsville Luxury Lanes (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Cake: A multi-layered, multi-colored decadent cake For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Please Note: Gotta Go Orlando is your free guide to all the amazing happenings in Orlando. 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Check out this year’s hottest items from The Disney Pride collection and learn where to purchase! The Disney Pride Collection is here! Disney have shared The 2023 Disney Pride Collection, which was created by members and allies of the LGBTQIA+ community and has grown since its debut in 2018. This latest collection includes apparel, accessories, plush and pins across Disney brands. Many of the most popular Disney Pride Collection items will be available all year on shopDisney and in select Disney Parks retail locations. Some favorites include the classic Mickey Mouse Spirit Jersey for Adults – Disney Pride Collection and Mickey Mouse Pullover Hoodie for Adults – Disney Pride Collection which are sure to bring instant smiles and become your new favorite pieces to wear both in and out of the Disney Parks. Calling all Jedi! Feel inspired by the Force and put on the Star Wars Fashion Top – Disney Pride Collection which has the film’s iconic logo in rainbow form. For all of the Super Hero fans, the fashion-forward Poplin Shirt – Disney Pride Collection and Sleeveless Spirit Jersey – Disney Pride Collection bring together powerful style and serious comfort, and feature some fan-favorite Super Hero icons including Iron Man’s helmet, Thor’s hammer and more. This year’s collection has something for everyone – including animal pals! The Mickey Mouse Spirit Jersey for Pets – Disney Pride Collection brings your best buddy the comfort and signature style of the classic Spirit Jerseys (made for humans) with allover artwork starring Mickey Mouse and more. The Disney Pride Collection is now live on shopDisney and at select retail locations at Walt Disney World Resort. In addition to creating products that bring the joy of Disney stories to life, Disney work year-round with nonprofits that lead important programs in support of the LGBTQIA+ community around the world. To learn more about the organizations Disney support year-round, please visit TWDCPrideCollection.com. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Please Note: Gotta Go Orlando is your free guide to all the amazing happenings in Orlando. Every day we offer the most up to date news and information on the best of Orlando and Central Florida. We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links, articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site.

Check out our list of all the current Refurbishments and Closures at Walt Disney World. As we head into June and the weather heats up, the crowds are getting larger, and thankfully the closures and refurbishments are few and far between, with Disney preferring to have as many rides and attractions open as possible in the summer months. Here we have listed all the latest closures and refurbishments at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom, plus the resorts Walt Disney World Refurbishment & Closures Magic Kingdom Splash Mountain Splash Mountain is permanently closed, with the ride currently undergoing major refurbishment to be transformed into Tiana's Bayou Adventure, opening late 2024. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Voyage of the Little Mermaid The only entertainment currently closed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is the long time shuttered Voyage of the Little Mermaid. Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith Rock n Roller Coaster was scheduled to be closed through summer 2023 due to a refurb, but thankfully the ride opened much earlier than expected over the Memorial Day Weekend, so rock on and ride this awesome indoor coaster during your June visit! Disney’s Animal Kingdom The Boneyard Closed May 1 to June 12, 2023 EPCOT Right now there is no current closures, but, right now if you visit EPCOT you are going to see quite a few construction walls, thankfully not as many as in recent years as the parks transformation hits the home stretch, but be aware you are still going to see lots of construction in the park. Here's a look at what's coming soon to the park this Fall... Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana Although not quite ready for Summer, this fall will bring even more exciting experiences as part of the multi-year transformation of EPCOT. Guests will be able to explore the wonders of water when Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana opens. This fun interactive outdoor trail offers a chance to play and interact with water as it travels from the sky to the oceans and back again. Along the way, guests learn about the importance of water and discover its playful personality – just as Moana did on her heroic voyage. Fall will also see completion of the new World Celebration neighborhood. As the hub of the park, it will feature different gardens that change with the seasons. Dreamers Point It is also where guests will discover Dreamers Point, an inspiring overlook showcasing a statue of Walt Disney called “Walt the Dreamer.” CommuniCore Hall When CommuniCore Hall opens in World Celebration later this year, it will be the center of festival programming throughout the park. In new renderings, you can see this will be home to a new character greeting location called Mickey & Friends. You’ll be able to meet Mickey Mouse and some of his best pals in this colorful space. Also located in the World Celebration neighborhood, CommuniCore Hall will be the home of a dynamic exhibition space that will transform with each festival throughout the year, as you can see here in one possibility imagined for EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Playing with light, shapes and reflections, the architecture of this building was designed by Walt Disney Imagineering to celebrate the legacy of EPCOT and the original CommuniCore buildings. New Nighttime Spectacular Plus, a new nighttime spectacular will debut at EPCOT later this year, inviting everyone to gather around World Showcase Lagoon for a show that will unite us through commonalities of the heart in a dazzling display of music, pyrotechnics, lasers and lighting, the show will feature an original composition and evocative selections from the Disney songbook – all woven together to remind us that we are more alike than different EPCOT is also hosting the Disney100 celebration at Walt Disney World Resort. Enjoy all-new experiences as Walt Disney World celebrate this momentous anniversary and the culmination of the EPCOT transformation – from meeting Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in their platinum attire to snapping a selfie with a platinum sculpture of Walt Disney, and watching Spaceship Earth illuminate the evenings with a special lighting design. Blizzard Beach Water Park Temporarily Closed Trattoria al Forno and the Pizza Window at Disney’s BoardWalk Trattoria al Forno and the Pizza Window at Disney’s BoardWalk will be closed for refurbishment from June 11-17. No dinner offerings will be available. However, Trattoria al Forno will provide a limited breakfast menu during those dates, with guests directed to dine in the Flying Fish dining room. Hotel Construction & Refurbishments Animal Kingdom Lodge’s Kidani Village Through September 2023, Kidani Village will be undergoing refurbishment. BoardWalk Inn Right now the new Cake Bake Shop Restaurant is currently under construction in the space that was the ESPN Club. Caribbean Beach Resort Guest rooms are currently being replaced by ‘Under the Sea’ Inspired Little Mermaid Rooms. The project will last through mid-2023. Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Due to refurbishments of guest rooms and buildings at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, construction will be noticeable in the resort. Polynesian Village Resort Walt Disney World is building a new DVC tower at Polynesian Village Resort between the existing Polynesian longhouses and Wedding Pavilion, near the Grand Floridian. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. 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Universal Orlando have launched a new Love is Universal merchandise collection! Universal Orlando Resort has announced that through August 100% of profits from the Love is Universal merchandise will be donated to local organizations including Zebra Youth. The Center Orlando and onePULSE Foundation to help their efforts to support and engage the local LGBTQ+ community here in Central Florida. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Please Note: Gotta Go Orlando is your free guide to all the amazing happenings in Orlando. Every day we offer the most up to date news and information on the best of Orlando and Central Florida. We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links, articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site.

The luxury retailer Saks Fifth Avenue has launched private, standalone personal shopping and styling suites in partnership with world-class hotels and resorts across the country including Orlando! Saks Fifth Avenue, the leading name in luxury fashion, is expanding its luxury personal shopping and styling service, the Fifth Avenue Club, with the launch of private, standalone suites in destinations across the U.S. including here in Orlando. These luxe Fifth Avenue Club Suites are an evolution of the brand's existing Fifth Avenue Clubs, which have historically been housed within Saks Fifth Avenue stores and provide customers with the highest level of personalized service. In Orlando, Saks Fifth Avenue has partnered with The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes to bring the Fifth Avenue Club to Central Florida. The Fifth Avenue Club Orlando will launch this month on June 22 offering by-appointment personal styling and shopping, special events, and luxury fashion services. If you have any questions for this store, please feel free to email saksorlando@s5a.com. "We are thrilled to introduce customers to the next generation of the Fifth Avenue Club at leading luxury destinations across the country," said Larry Bruce, President, Saks Fifth Avenue stores. "Building on the success of our iconic in-store Fifth Avenue Club experience, this innovative new format allows us to expand Saks Fifth Avenue's highly personalized service into new markets and deliver a one-of-a-kind shopping experience tailored to our clients' unique lifestyles." Available to both local customers and hotel guests, these new Fifth Avenue Club Suites offer personal shopping and styling appointments, in addition to special events, trunk shows and unique shoppable experiences. The Fifth Avenue Club has recruited skilled personal stylists in each market to provide clients with expertly curated merchandise selections across all categories based on each client's specific needs and style preferences, from clothing and accessories to shoes and fine jewelry. The new concept utilizes Saks' unparalleled luxury lifestyle assortment available across the Saks Fifth Avenue ecosystem, with stylists presenting merchandise from both Saks.com and Saks Fifth Avenue stores during client appointments. Through the Fifth Avenue Club's new format, clients are invited to connect with a stylist for an initial consultation either in-person or virtually to discuss style preferences, wardrobe needs, sizing and designer preferences. Following the consultation, the stylist will curate a personalized selection of merchandise from nearby Saks Fifth Avenue stores, which will be delivered to the styling suite and beautifully presented for each client appointment. Fifth Avenue Club Suites feature digital touchpoints allowing clients to seamlessly browse and shop on Saks.com should they require an alternative size, color or style. For additional information about the Fifth Avenue Club, including details about upcoming events and how to book an appointment, please visit saks.com/fifth-avenue-club. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Please Note: Gotta Go Orlando is your free guide to all the amazing happenings in Orlando. Every day we offer the most up to date news and information on the best of Orlando and Central Florida. We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links, articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site.

Exciting new restaurant concept Leiah Kitchen + Cellar is aiming to bring elevated dining to downtown Orlando with the opening of exciting new chef table experience. Leiah, Kitchen + Celler is a new dining experience that promises to "elevate the senses and satisfy the palate." The unique experience is described as an expression of art, a sensation of well being, a status of royalty for everyone. A chef driven based kitchen that makes perfect symphony with the most luxurious elements of land and sea. The restaurant will be led by Chef Omar Torres, who comes to the concept after years at The Ritz Carlton, Waldorf Astoria, Hilton, and Marriott Autograph Collection. Chef Torres's menu at the new restaurant will feature dishes created with locally sourced organic ingredients and produce and ethically sourced seafood. While no opening date has been revealed, the restaurant will open on the ground floor of the Hilton Garden Inn at 409 N. Magnolia St. Orlando. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Please Note: Gotta Go Orlando is your free guide to all the amazing happenings in Orlando. Every day we offer the most up to date news and information on the best of Orlando and Central Florida. We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links, articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site.