Things are ALWAYS changing in Disney World! Lately, it feels like the parks are entirely new places thanks to updates like Villains Land, Piston Peak, Monsters Inc. Land, and more.

Each week, Disney likes to sprinkle in a drop of news here and a drop of news there just to keep us on our toes! That’s why each week, we do a weekly wrap-up of every big reveal or little detail that you might have missed. Let’s dive into this week’s latest and greatest Disney news.

This week was full of adorably cute creatures, first looks, and cruising moments! Starting off strong, we got a new look at Disney’s upcoming hotel.

New Look at Lakeshore Lodge

We got a new look at Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge over in Disney’s Hollywood Studios this week! That’s right, the upcoming Magic Kingdom area hotel has a new model on display for guests to enjoy. The hotel officially opens on July 1st, 2027, but Disney showing off this model makes us feel like that is closer than ever.

The model was located inside Walt Disney Presents, which often showcases models for upcoming projects, details on Disney history, and even props and other items from Disney films and television shows. We got a closer look at the main pool area, The Wetlands…

… including a closer look at new water slides coming to the area!

We also spotted those larger-than-life animals that will be located at the splash pad and near the lazy river!

In the model, we also noticed an area that looks to be the lobby of the building. It looks like the perfect place to toss out some rocking chairs to look at the view.

The model is a great way to understand the scale of the hotel and what guests can expect when they’re strolling around! We’re just a few months away from stepping foot into the hotel, and we are already so excited.

Disney World Just Dropped a NEW Look For Lakeshore Lodge… In Hollywood Studios?

SO Many Babies!

This was also a week full of beautiful babies in Disney World! Over in EPCOT, the Seas welcomed a new member of the family. She’s a manatee named Calfuccino, and we have fallen ridiculously in love with her.

Calfuccino is roughly two years old and came to EPCOT after her mother, Venti, was injured. Despite being injured, Venti was able to care for her baby before they were taken in for care. Currently, Venti is being treated at the Tampa Zoo and responding very well to care. Currently, it’s unclear if the two will be reunited, but we are manifesting for a family reunion.

Over in Animal Kingdom, they also welcomed a new baby wallaby joey! The newest baby is named Quartz, and she was born with albinism, which gives her a really unique appearance. Due to her unique needs, she is being closely monitored by Disney’s Cast Members for any extra support she might need.

While the kangaroos are in areas where guests can go say hi, Cast Members shared with us that her mom is keeping her hidden tight in her pouch, so they haven’t gotten many glimpses of her yet. She, her mom, and the other kangaroos are located at Jumping Junction in Bluey’s Wild World, which has taken over what used to be Rafiki’s Planet Watch.

That’s not all, though! At Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, three new nyala calves were born. Right now, they’re so new that they are “spending time backstage bonding with their moms,” but they will be able to be on the savanna soon.

This is the best time to be a baby or new momma in Disney World apparently!

EPCOT Has a NEW Baby Animal You NEED To See

Bookings For Disney’s Newest Cruise Opened

Finally, the first reservations opened for the Disney Believe, Disney’s newest cruise ship! This ship will be setting sail on its maiden voyage on December 18th, 2027. This ship will be located at Port Everglades with four- and five-night sailings. If you’re looking to set sail, bookings are open now!

Bookings for select groups began opening on October 12th, but they finally opened for all sailers on October 19th. Fans didn’t hold back, because cruise dates started selling out quickly, including the inaugural sailing! We recently got tons of information about the ship itself, including new details on the first-ever Encanto stage show, a new Frozen-themed rotational dining offering, a Big Hero 6 coffee shop, and MORE!

We are seriously excited to check out this ship when we set sail next year!

Reservations Are Open (and Selling Out) for the Disney Believe Cruise Ship

Woof! Did you get all of that? This week was quieter than others, but it was seriously cute too! As always, be sure to keep following DisneyFoodBlog for more Disney news, updates, details, and more.

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Which news are you the most excited about? Tell us in the comments!