food IS a theme park
The list of restaurants that remain closed in Disney World is growing slim!
Victoria & Albert’s Monogrammed Plates
We have seen buffets return, the return of character dining, and fan-favorite restaurants reopen. Back in March, we got the news that Victoria & Albert’s would be reopening in Disney World this year and ever since then, we have been waiting with bated breath to get an official opening date. And today is that day! Disney just announced a reopening date for Victoria & Albert’s!
Disney World hotels see changes quite often, from renovations to full additions.
Caribbean Beach Resort
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is currently having many of its rooms renovated, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is getting a whole new building, and Disney’s Contemporary Resort got a new restaurant last year. And now, a big change seems to be on its way to Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort.
If there’s one thing you can count on in Disney World, it’s that things are almost always changing!
Things are always changing in Disney World!
Today, we’re heading to Disney’s Hollywood Studios to see what’s new in food, construction, and merchandise! Let’s dive in!
UPDATED: August 8, 2024
Slowly but surely, Disney World has been resuming normal operations for its parks and resorts after the pandemic-related closures.
Magic Kingdom Train Station
Even though it has been quite some time since the parks reopened, not everything has returned back to normal. Despite reopening most merchandise locations, attractions, and all of the resorts, there are still quite a few things that still remain closed. And today, we’re looking at the Disney World restaurants you didn’t realize were STILL closed!
Disney is putting the spotlight on Moana just in time for summer! (How fitting?!)
Moana
A couple months ago, Moana got her own nuiMO plush, and more recently, her $130(!!!) doll was added to the Disney Designer Collection (which had us questioning how far we’d go for a Moana doll). And now, Disney World guests will be able to celebrate both Moana and summer with the resort’s new Magic Shots and PhotoPass Lens!
Have you been keeping up with all the Star Wars news lately?
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Obi-Wan Kenobi has officially premiered on Disney+ and received rave reviews, plus we learned the news about The Mandalorian seasons three AND four! Not only that, but new Star Wars collectibles have recently dropped — including NEW Ewok Minnie Ears that are available in Disney World NOW!
If you heard a scream back in May on Friday the 13th, it was probably us when the Scarlet Witch Ears sold out before we could even grab them.Â
Wandavision ©Marvel Studios
The ears sold out in mere SECONDS…how is that even possible?! But before you use the Darkhold to obtain your own pair — take a breath! You have another chance to grab your own pair, no dark magic required!
The big question: What is going ON with the Disney Dining Plan? Is it REALLY coming back? And, if it is, when can we expect to see it?
Indoor Dining Room
Stick with us to learn about the history, the downfall, and the future of this planning service, here on DFB Guide.
We might only be halfway through 2022, but that doesn’t mean we can’t look forward to 2023!
Animal Kingdom
There is so much happening at Disney World, from new rides opening up to the 50th anniversary celebrations, so planning ahead for your next vacation is even more exciting. Luckily, Disney World just released their vacation packages and ticket prices through 2023, so let’s take a look at how next year’s prices compare to the prices in 2022.
If there’s one thing you can count on at Disney World in the summertime, it’s rain.
Dark clouds over Cinderella Castle
It will almost certainly rain at some point during the day in the summer. Even on days where it says there’s no chance of rain, we’ve been surprised by a quick shower. So, it’s good to be prepared with the essentials, especially on days like today, when there is severe weather in the forecast.
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