food IS a theme park
We’re back to check in on all of the construction projects going on around Disney World!
So pretty!
Since the beginning of the year, Disney has been sprucing up the parks and resorts for the big 50th Anniversary celebrations that are set to kick off in October and that has led to A LOT of construction. And, this week wasn’t any different — between refurbished attractions, lands, and more, we’ve got tons to cover, so let’s get to it!
Even with the most impeccable planning for your Disney World trip, there’s always the possibility that something might go a little off track.
Even at the most magical place on earth things can go wrong
And, though there are a lot of things you can anticipate — an afternoon rain, a child meltdown, you lose something (or someONE), what about the times that something that you couldn’t necessarily plan for…happens. Well, that’s what we’re talking about today!
Can you believe that tomorrow is the first day of AUGUST?! This year has been much quicker than last year!
This year is more than halfway over!
Over the past 7 months, we’ve seen a lot of huge changes and massive news bombs come out of Disney World, and the wild ride is just beginning! Not everything has fully reopened yet and some things are even taking a step backward in terms of health and safety protocols, so if you’re traveling soon, here are 11 things you need to know about Disney World in August.
Hello, DFB friends! It’s been a quiet week at Disney World, but we’ve been enjoying a few new snacks around the parks.
“Everyone DUCK!” Flatbread
We’ve had a chance to eat The Rock’s French Toast and Tequila, Dole Whip Cookies from our grocery store, and some fun Jungle Cruise snacks! And we’re still eating our way around the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival! But we’ve also got some restaurant reopening news and menu updates to share, so let’s get to it!
We are HUGE fans of Beaches & Cream over at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts.
It’s back!
And although we’ve enjoyed meals there, it’s really ALL about the great ice cream treats you can get. But as it’s often difficult to get a reservation at Beaches & Cream, we liked the convenience of the To-Go window. But that window has been closed since last year. And Disney even went to great lengths to keep guests from even noticing it was there!
More and more Disneyland spots are reopening!
It’s back!
Today, we stopped by the newly reopened Hearthstone Lounge at Disney’s Grand Californian Resort to see how it was!
If you’re heading to Disney World next week, you’ll want to be aware of some rides and attractions that are going to be closed!
Frontierland Construction
We’ve got a list for ya to see what’s scheduled to be closed for refurbishment in the Disney Parks this coming week!
This week was a bit of a rollercoaster in Disney World!
Magic Kingdom
Disney made several new announcements that ranged from reopenings to policy changes, an opening timeframe for a highly anticipated Disney World hotel, and we even witnessed a bizarre sign malfunction, so let’s go over everything unexpected that happened this week!
Trader Sam’s is back in Disneyland AND Disney World!
Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar
Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar reopened at the Disneyland Hotel on July 2nd, and Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and Tiki Terrace surprised guests by reopening with Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Also, the new Jungle Cruise movie just had its world premiere in Disneyland with an epic red carpet event, but now there are NEW Jungle Cruise souvenirs at Trader Sam’s that you’ve gotta see!
Face masks are back once again in Walt Disney World.
Face mask
The change comes after the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention announced new mask recommendations and Orange County, Florida (where most of Disney World is located) declared a State of Emergency earlier this week. Disney World announced Wednesday that face masks would be required for ALL individuals when indoors, including when entering and throughout all attractions, starting today. We’re at the parks to take a first look at the mask policy in action.
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