food IS a theme park
Disney is hosting a virtual viewing of The Lion King: Rhythms of the Pride Lands — pre-recorded at Disneyland Paris — TONIGHT!
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Enjoy singers, dancers, and acrobats as they “bring famous Pride Rock anthems to life” as part of #DisneyMagicMoments starting at 7 PM EST. [Read more…]
While we knew Fun Spot was requesting approval to reopen before Memorial Day weekend arrived, we didn’t know how quickly their reopening plan would be reviewed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.
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But while earlier this afternoon the Governor passed Univeral Orlando and Legoland Florida’s reopening proposal, Fun Spot in Orlando has also been given the go-ahead, and they’ve already begun allowing guests back in.
Just yesterday, we found out that Universal Orlando had submitted a reopening plan that included an early June opening date.
Islands of Adventure Main Entrance
From there, the plan had to go through several rounds of approval. Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings approved the plan last night. From there, the plan went on for approval from Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, and apparently it was approved.
Universal Orlando just released a statement that Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure, and Universal’s Volcano Bay will open to the public on June 5th.
Disney Springs began a phased reopening on May 20th. A number of third-party stores and restaurants are currently open in Walt Disney World’s shopping and dining district, and select Disney-owned and operated locations will open on May 27th.
Paddlefish
And now, we have reopening information for two more eateries in Disney Springs, as both Paddlefish and Terralina Crafted Italian have announced their shared reopening date. [Read more…]
Victoria and Albert’s Restaurant is one of Disney Word’s most critically-acclaimed restaurants. It offers some of the finest signature dining restaurants you’ll find on the property and it’s where a lot of guests like to spend some BIG BUCKS!
Victoria Room at Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort
But while the AAA Five Diamond Award-winning restaurant at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort will already set you back some major moola, it looks the price of the Chef’s Table is about to go up by A LOT!
Just yesterday we found out the Universal Orlando intends to open on June 5th.
Disneyland Main Entrance
Naturally, this has us wondering when Disney parks will seek to reopen (they are set to submit their proposal next week). Today, the Guest Relations team from the domestic parks released a statement about expectations for Disney World and Disneyland. Here’s what they said.
We have another fun lineup of the latest Disney merch to share with you! There’s definitely a wide range of merchandise to shop from.
Ahaoka Tano Ear Headband ©shopDisney
How wide of a range, you ask? We’re talking everything from skateboard decks to diamond pendant necklaces! There’s surely someone on your shopping list (perhaps yourself!) that can find something they love!
Disney Springs has been open for a couple of days now, and we’re already getting word on new menu offerings at some of our favorite dining locations.
The Basket at Wine Bar George
The Basket at Wine Bar George is a counter service window that brings the best of Wine Bar George to-go! And now it’s easier than ever to order your favorite loaded french fries and frozen beverages TOGETHER!
UPDATE (5/22) 8:45 PM CT: According to the Orlando Sentinel, the governor’s office clarified that “the only major theme park to receive approval to reopen on Friday was Universal Studios in Orlando.” Legoland had already sent out a news release of the park’s reopening, but a reporter followed up to clarify that the decision had not yet been approved. We will keep you updated when the governor officially approves Legoland’s reopening.
While yesterday we informed you Legoland Florida had received initial approval to reopen June 1st, Governor Ron DeSantis has now given the Winter Haven City-based theme park the green light.
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Legoland has officially announced it will be reopening its Central Florida location in just over a week.
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