A NEW Restaurant, Genie+ Updates, and More Disney News from This Week

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Each week, we take a look at the biggest Disney news stories and share those with you, so you can be prepared for the trips coming in your future. This week was a big one! We got a Genie+ CHANGE that could impact your trip plans, news about a brand new restaurant, and more! So let’s dive into the biggest stories right here.

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NEWS: Blue Bayou Has Reopened for Walk-Ins in Disneyland

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When it comes to Disney parks, things are always being changed and updated for better guest experiences.

Sleeping Beauty Castle

Sometimes an attraction or dining location can close unexpectedly, but then reopen a short time later, while other times a lengthy refurbishment is what’s on the menu. Over in Disneyland, Pirates of the Caribbean has been closed for renovations, and the attached restaurant, Blue Bayou, was impacted by the closure. We weren’t too sure when we might be able to dine at this eatery again, although we had guessed it might be later this month. But now, it looks like Blue Bayou is open once again!

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REVIEW: It’s a Disney World Snack Battle and We’re Telling YOU What’s Worth the $$$

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It’s June, which means it’s both summertime AND Pride Month in Disney World!

Pride Cheesecake Dome

If you’re visiting Disney World this June, you have the opportunity to try new summer and Pride treats, which means there’s a LOT to eat (let’s be honest though, is that any different than a usual visit to Disney World?). We tried four new treats and one drink to help you narrow down your list, although we have a feeling you may want to get all of them. Don’t worry, we won’t judge!

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NEWS: Kona Cafe CLOSING for Refurbishment in Disney World

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Disney World closures do happen from time to time — in fact, not everything is even open at Disney World yet!

Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique remains closed

Several restaurants in EPCOT are still closed, like Monsieur Paul and Takumi-Tei, and Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique also remains closed in Magic Kingdom (but should be reopening sometime this year!). We keep up with all of the closures at Disney World to help you better plan your trips, and now, a restaurant at a popular Disney World hotel will be closing this summer!

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PHOTOS: Food & Wine Festival Booths Are ALREADY Showing Up in EPCOT!

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We’ve really been enjoying the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival.

Food and Wine!

The festival is still going strong and runs for another month — through July 4th. We’ve told you all about the food, activities, and entertainment. We’ve even told you about the NEXT festival, the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival, which starts on July 14th. Well, Disney has decided to get an early jump on getting things ready for that one!

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PHOTOS: Tour a Fireworks View Room at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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Would you believe us if we told you we could show you a tour of one of Disney’s most popular Resort hotels without you ever having to leave your couch?

Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Not to mention, it won’t cost you a thing! Disney’s Contemporary Resort is a deluxe hotel that is within literal walking distance of Magic Kingdom. With perks like that, you can believe it’s just a bit on the pricier side. From new restaurants to old favorites and updated rooms, the Contemporary is loved by many Disney guests. And now, we’re taking you on a full room tour!

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You Only Have TWO DAYS to Get EPCOT’s Royal Snack

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Are you obsessed with the U.K. and British royalty?

United Kingdom pavilion

Have you kept up with every episode of The Crown, enjoy the occasional afternoon tea, indulge in fish and chips, and buy all the corgi merchandise in EPCOT’s U.K. Pavilion? Are you celebrating Queen Elizabeth II’s platinum jubilee? Well, there’s a NEW way to celebrate the Queen’s big milestone in Disney World!

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NEWS: Apple Executive Joins Disney Metaverse Team

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Blending the physical and digital worlds in one environment is what the metaverse is all about, and it seems Disney is ALL about the metaverse these days.

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We’ve talked in the past about what a Disney theme park metaverse is and why you should care, Disney CEO Bob Chapek’s comments on the metaverse, and the new executive appointed to oversee Disney’s metaverse. But now we’ve got ANOTHER metaverse update to share!

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NEWS: Disney World Counties Placed in HIGH COVID-19 Risk Category

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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.

If you’re heading to Disney World and wondering just what the COVID-19 situation is like in Orlando right now, we’ve got an update.

COVID-19 Health and Safety Sign

We’ve shared updates over the past several weeks and months when it comes to COVID-19 hospitalizations in Florida, the potential for a COVID-19 summer surge, and the latest on the BA.2.12.1 variant. But now we’ve got another update specific to the areas within which Disney World is located.

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Reopening Date and Genie+ UPDATE Announced for Character Meet-and-Greet in Disney World

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Character meet-and-greets have returned to “normal” in many spots around Disney World, but not all of them are back just yet.

The Tree of Life

There are some meet-and-greet locations and character dining restaurants that aren’t back yet, but as the days go by more and more things are changing in Disney World. Soon a character meet-and-greet spot will be back open in Disney’s Animal Kingdom and we’ve got the details right here!

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