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The 50th Anniversary is set to bring all kinds of new things to Disney World.
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One of the perks that will be available starting on October 1st is Early Theme Park Entry. This special benefit gives all guests staying at Disney World Resort hotels and select other hotels the chance to enter any Disney World theme park 30 minutes early on any day! As we noted above, this perk was set to begin on October 1st, but it looks like plans have changed.
To ensure we are equipping our readers with all the information they need, we will continue to report on all travel, safety, and COVID-related news that could impact a Disney Parks visit.
We’ve been keeping track of the latest updates regarding COVID-19, particularly as they relate to Florida, how the Delta variant has impacted the Disney theme parks, and more, to ensure that you can be best prepared for your trip.
COVID-19 Health and Safety Sign
We’ve also shared updates about the COVID-19 vaccine and the potential need for booster shots. Now we have an update regarding booster shots from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (“CDC”).
For over a year, the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted and continues to impact a variety of businesses and individuals around the world.
Magic Kingdom
In the theme park industry, COVID-19 caused massive shutdowns. For several months, many of Disney’s theme parks around the world were closed. We’ve discussed how this impacted the company on various levels during 2020, but now we’ve got more details about just how attendance levels were impacted at all of Disney’s theme parks around the world during 2020.
Halloweentime has begun at Disneyland Resort!
It’s Halloweentime in Disneyland!
There’s a Halloween scavenger hunt, Haunted Mansion Holiday is spooking things up, and there are Halloween souvenirs to grab as well. But what if you want to go trick-or-treating at a Disneyland Resort hotel for FREE? Well, soon you’ll be able to do just that!
Looking for BBQ? Loads of Disney merchandise? Cupcakes? Giant cookies? Well, then Disney Springs is the place to go!
Disney Springs
There are a multitude of shops and restaurants you can check out throughout Disney Springs. And now there’s one more shop you can add to your list to check out!
There are lots of things to do on Disney World property, but sometimes you might find yourself looking for a hotel, convenience store, restaurant, or something else near Disney World, but off property. That’s where the Flamingo Crossings shopping center can come in.
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Disney has been working on the planning of the Flamingo Crossings shopping center for quite some time now. The shopping center is located just a few minutes from Disney World property and is already home to some hotels and a new housing area for Disney’s College Program participants. It is also set to feature restaurants, shops, and more that Disney guests can enjoy within a close distance from the parks. Now, more retailers have been announced for this space!
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance remains one of the most popular rides in Disney World.
Rise of the Resistance
Until recently, the only way to experience this attraction, however, was to tap those fingers VERY quickly and try to get one of a limited number of available Boarding Groups. But, starting today, September 23rd, Disney paused the use of Boarding Groups for Rise of the Resistance. That means you can now just hop in the regular standby line to get in on all the Star Wars fun. Just how long did it take us to ride the ride today? We’re sharing all of that information with you right here!
In just a few days, EPCOT will have a brand new fireworks show — Harmonious!
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You’ll be able to listen to this show’s new music and check out those cool projections, water effects, and more from around World Showcase. But, if you want to kick your fireworks experience up a notch, you might want to book one of the NEW EPCOT Fireworks Dining Packages, and you’ll want to act fast!
Space 220 has finally opened at EPCOT!!
Space 220
This restaurant was announced a number of years ago, and met with several delays, but yesterday its opening day arrived and we got the chance to dine in “space!” We’ve already shared a first look inside, a FULL review of lunch, a look at this spot’s fun details, and we’re working on bringing you a full dinner review soon too. But right now we’ll be focusing on a part of Space 220 you might not know that much about — The Space 220 Lounge!
Ever wanted to visit Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Hawaii?
Hawaiian Sunset from Aulani
There are lots of fantastic things to do (and eat!) at this resort and adorable characters to see, but a trip to Hawaii can be expensive. If you decide to visit Aulani during early 2022 though, you could save big AND even get a resort credit!
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