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Florida Governor Comments on Potential Action that Could CHANGE the Way Disney World Operates

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The past few weeks have been full of updates regarding what critics call Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” bill. We’ve seen Disney issue statements, former Disney executives speak up about the issue, and more.

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Another specific thing we’ve seen is how legislators and governors have responded to Disney’s statements. California Governor Gavin Newsom has made comments to Disney via Twitter, and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has also spoken out in response to Disney’s actions. Recently we shared how some legislators have been meeting to potentially recall an act that is key to how Disney operates in Florida. And now Governor DeSantis has commented on this issue.

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PHOTOS: All-Star Sports Resort Has Officially Reopened in Disney World

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Disney World has already returned to “normal” in many ways, and today was just more proof of that.

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Many hotels, restaurants, activities, and attractions have reopened throughout the Most Magical Place on Earth, and more reopenings are on the way. Today, another piece of Disney World became available again for fans to enjoy. “What happened?” you say? Well, Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort reopened today and we went to check it out! Why is this moment so huge? Well, it’s because for the very first time in over 2 years — we can officially say that every resort in Disney World is OPEN!

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BREAKING: Traditional Character Meet-and-Greets Are RETURNING to Disney Cruise Line

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Things have changed a lot on Disney Cruise Line over the past few months…and they’re about to change AGAIN!

Let’s Set Sail!

We’ve already seen mask requirements adjusted on Disney’s cruises, as well as  COVID-19 requirements updated for sailings from Canada, and more changes. But soon a key thing many fans have likely missed from Disney’s sailings will be coming back!

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BREAKING: DATE Announced for When You Can HUG Disney Characters Again in Disney World!

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🚨 Get ready! The way you meet your favorite Disney characters in the parks is CHANGING…again!

Hey There Mickey!

Prior to the pandemic, meeting Mickey, the Disney princesses, and other iconic characters was full of hugs, autographs, and regular face-to-face contact. Of course, the situation with COVID-19 changed all of that. After the parks reopened, fans got the chance to see Mickey and friends…but only from a distance. Then, more traditional meet-and-greets returned, but they were still riddled with changes including (importantly) distancing requirements, no hugs, and no autographs. We later heard that the face-to-face meet-and-greets we’re all used to would soon be returning to Disney World (and got a hint about it yesterday) and now we’ve got BIG news!

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EVERYTHING Confirmed to Return to EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival in 2022

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Are you ready for the NEXT big EPCOT event — the Food & Wine Festival?! NO? Well it’s time to save up those dollars, grab your stretchy pants, and get prepared!

EPCOT Food and Wine Festival

Disney has already shared that the Food & Wine Festival will start on July 14th and run through part of November. But just what can fans expect to find at the Festival this year? Here’s what we know so far!

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VIDEO: Disney Teases BIG Character Meet-and-Greet Announcement!

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Been craving a hug from Mickey Mouse? Or maybe a photo of your little one interacting with Minnie Mouse? Well, character meet-and-greets have been different lately, but things might be changing soon!

Hey Minnie Mouse!

While you might have been used to autographs and hugs from Disney characters prior to the pandemic, the situation with COVID-19 changed the meet-and-greet situation substantially. Previously, characters were only available for guests to say “hello” to from a distance (sometimes a pretty significant difference). Then, some more traditional meet-and-greets returned, still with distancing requirements (a.k.a. no autographs, no hugs, and no up-close contact). But, Disney has just given us a sign that things could be very different soon!

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NEWS: FULL MENU with PRICES Released for Connections Eatery in EPCOT

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If you think you’ve eaten everything there is to try in Disney World, get ready for a whole bunch of NEW food to munch on!

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Recently, we’ve seen some pretty significant menu changes hit the Hollywood Brown Derby in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Backlot Express in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Space 220 in EPCOT. But soon guests will have a whole NEW restaurant to try — Connections Cafe and Eatery in EPCOT (and Connections Cafe will even have a Starbucks!). Earlier today we shared a first look at some of the items guests will be able to enjoy at Connections Eatery, but now we’ve got the FULL lunch and dinner menu. Let’s check it out!

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FIRST LOOK at the FOOD Coming to Connections Eatery in EPCOT

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EPCOT is undergoing some massive changes right now, and a whole bunch of new things are on the way!

Connections Cafe

A new Moana-themed attraction and the new Guardians of the Galaxy coaster are just some of the many new things that will soon be added to EPCOT. Another new thing fans will soon be able to experience in this park has to do with something so integral to our very being that it’s in our name…FOOD (we are Disney Food Blog after all!). Connections Cafe & Eatery will bring a new Starbucks location and more treats to this iconic park, and though we’ve already gotten a look at the space’s design and more, today we got some HUGE news.

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Could a Critical Aspect of How Disney World Operates Be in Jeopardy? We Dig In

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Florida’s Parental Rights in Education Bill (what critics have deemed the “Don’t Say Gay” Bill) has been extensively covered by the news over the past several weeks. It’s likely something you’ve heard discussed on your local news station, or seen discussed online and a variety of news sites.

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Here at DFB we’ve been sharing updates with you regarding this Bill (now law) as it relates to Disney, specifically with respect to Disney’s responses to the Bill, criticisms of Disney’s responses, and what former Disney executives, current Disney employees, and more have had to say on the topic. Most recently, Disney spoke out against the passage of the Bill and Florida’s Governor issued a response. We’ve already seen how Disney’s actions have impacted employees, Governors, and more, but now Disney’s actions and responses in relation to this Bill could have other big consequences.

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Former Disney CEO Bob Iger Comments on “Don’t Say Gay Bill” and More

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Florida’s Parental Rights in Education Bill (what critics call the “Don’t Say Gay” Bill) is a topic that has been discussed a great deal over the past several weeks.

Spaceship Earth

From Disney’s initial statement to CEO Bob Chapek’s comments on the Company’s formal stance on the Bill, and everything in between, we’ve been sharing all kinds of updates on the topic with you. Now, a former Disney Executive has weighed in on why he spoke out about the issue and why (and when) others should comment on major issues.

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