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Hello and welcome to ANOTHER week packed with news!
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From updates by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”) on mask guidance for those who are fully vaccinated to BIG news on Disney World capacity and social distancing — it’s been quite the week. Today we’re breaking down some of the biggest Disney-related news stories you need to know!
While the parks have reopened, many aspects of Disneyland remain closed!
Sleeping Beauty Castle
Yesterday, we told you all about some restaurants that are reopening around property. One of those is Blue Bayou Restaurant — you’ll be able to eat here starting May 27th, with reservations opening on May 18th! And if you were wondering what, exactly, you could chow down on, good news. Disney’s released the menu that will debut with the restaurant upon reopening!
Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park have reopened and so have many of the attractions and restaurants there.
Blue Bayou Is Reopening Soon!
But, some locations in the parks and resort area are still closed. Disney had previously announced that the beautiful Blue Bayou Restaurant would soon be reopening (and would serve alcohol), but hadn’t shared an official reopening date. Now we’ve got an update!!
This week was another pretty big week in terms of Disney news!
Cinderella Castle Decorations
We’ve got an important Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover update, BIG news about the 2021 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, and much more! Buckle up, we’re going through the 6 TOP Disney stories from this week that you need to know about!
Earlier today, Disney shared a ton of exciting food news, including the MAJOR announcement that Blue Bayou Restaurant in Disneyland will begin to serve alcoholic beverages when it reopens!
Blue Bayou
With Disneyland’s opening just one month away, we’re pretty stoked to hear about any new changes coming to the parks! For those under the age of 21 or those looking for nonalcoholic drink options, additional menu changes are on the way at Blue Bayou.
We’re just about a month out from the reopening of the Disneyland Resort theme parks!
Disneyland
As we gear up for our return to the parks, we also get to get PUMPED about all of the eats we’ll get to taste. Sure, we’ve gotten to have some of our favorites at A Touch of Disney events, but now we’re looking at some new and returning eats that are coming to the Resort!
Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park have been closed for OVER a year (except for some minimal reopenings, like through the A Touch of Disney event). But, both theme parks are set to reopen in just a few weeks!
Soon Guests Will Be Able to Visit Disneyland Again!
We’ve already seen some ways in which Disneyland will be different when it reopens due to the reopening guidelines and restrictions, but now we’ve got another update. If you’re looking for a spot to grab an alcoholic beverage in Disneyland, you’ll soon have one more place to go!
Welcome foodie mortals! In case you didn’t know, the Haunted Mansion will be celebrating its 50th anniversary on August 9th.
Haunted Mansion 50 Years of Retirement Unliving ©Disney
Not only will Disneyland be ghost hosting a Haunted Mansion event but both Disneyland and Disney World will be selling exclusive merchandise and treats.
It’s time to celebrate Mardi Gras! And if you will be in Disneyland for the occasion, you’ll want to know about some limited time specialty menu options at a few of the park’s dining locations.
New Orleans Square in Disneyland
At Café Orleans, specialty items include the Potato Leek Soup or a Mardi Gras twist on the Monte Cristo Sandwich, which will be dusted with royal-colored sugar and served with maple syrup and bacon herb slaw. [Read more…]
Are you planning to visit The Happiest Place on Earth? Because if you’re heading to Disneyland Resort, you might want to consider a Disneyland Dining Package or Dessert Party to make the most of your time.
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These specialty options offer a meal at a participating restaurant or a dessert buffet, paired with reserved viewing for a nighttime spectacular, parade, or show.
For instance, you can book a picnic-style lunch at Plaza Inn and enjoy reserved viewing for A Christmas Fantasy Parade on select nights during the holiday season. [Read more…]
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