food IS a theme park
Hurricane season is HERE, so Florida is getting prepared.
Epcot Rain Clouds
The Sunshine State, ironically, is no stranger to nasty storms. Residents and tourists alike have been weathering hurricanes for years, and a few of these storms have even led to closures of Disney World! This year, though, the same old protocols that have been in use for years just aren’t going to cut it. Florida is rewriting its hurricane policy right now. Here’s why AND what YOU need to know.
In the market for a new pair of Minnie Ears? Well, boy, do we have news for you!
Ears Section of World of Disney
We’re ALWAYS checking in on shopDisney for the cutest and latest Disney merch. Can you blame us? Recently we’ve found goodies like some gorgeous Dooney & Bourke bags and a restock of the ADORABLE The Child plush. If you’re in a shopping mood today, you’re in luck! Your cart is going to be a little less expensive.
Disney Cruise Line has already announced that European sailings are canceled through October 2nd, 2020, and Canadian sailings are canceled through September 14th, 2020.
Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Dream
And just recently, Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy sailings have been canceled through September 15th, 2020.
As Disney resorts reopen around the world, there are a few that we still have to wait on.
Aulani Resort
Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawai’i is one of the resorts that’s still in a full closure. New reservations were previously being accepted for midsummer, but now reservations have been pushed back.
The global health crisis has had a major economic effect across the board — especially on the tourism industry.
Walt Disney World Resort entrance
With such a major drop in revenue for the travel industry, the national government is reviewing ways to get the sector back on its feet. They’ve already employed a multi-billion-dollar stimulus for airlines, and now they may even incentivize travel with a tax break.
Back in March, Adventures by Disney cancelled all departures through July 31st and guests were eligible to receive a 100% cancellation credit towards a future adventure.
©Disney
Earlier this month, the suspension of all Adventures by Disney departures was extended to the end of August, and just recently, it has been pushed back again.
As we’ve previously seen before select Disney Springs dining locations and Disney World resort restaurants reopened, sweeping menu cuts are now occurring at several theme park restaurants.
Tony’s Town Square Restaurant
Just recently, Disney has shared with us which Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom restaurants will be reopening on July 11th as well as which dining locations will be available when Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot resume on July 15th. Disney is offering limited menus at many of the resorts and Disney Springs restaurants for the time being. And, now it looks like the parks are following suit.
Can you believe the Disney World theme parks have officially reopened?
Welcome Home!!
Disney has put a lot of work into the modifications made for the reopening. Disney World has already seen changes like face mask requirements and distancing measures, but a few of these updates might actually become a part of everyday park life.
Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video, and we’re chatting about if it’s even worth it to go to Disney World this year!
Cinderella Castle
With so many things up in the air in terms of planning a Disney trip, many readers are asking if it’s even worth it to go this year.
Disney Springs is one of our favorite places in Disney World to get our snack on.
Disney Springs
That’s because there are so many great options — and even more to come! We’ve been waiting with anticipation for the opening of new spots like Beatrix, Ample Hills Creamery, and Gideon’s Bakehouse. Now, we have ANOTHER upcoming dining option to look forward to; check out Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew!
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