food IS a theme park
Disney Springs is a hot spot for unique experiences.
Amphicar
From riding in an amphicar to flying in a hot air balloon, there are so many options! But, as they say, all good things must come to and end.
While Disney World has now welcomed back guests, Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawaii currently remains closed.
Aulani Resort
Earlier this month, Hawaii Governor David Ige extended the state’s 14-day quarantine requirement for out-of-state visitors until October 1st. And with the case numbers in Hawaii on the rise, this could point to a further extension of restrictions — and a potentially lengthy closure for Aulani.
When we found out several third party stores and restaurants would be welcoming guests back on May 20th, we knew Jaleo by Chef José Andrés would not be among them.
Jaleo
The signature restaurant known for its modern Spanish cuisine has remained shuttered since March and shut down right before celebrating its 1-year anniversary at Disney World with a Paella Block Party!
Disney has been pretty tight-lipped when it comes to how they’ve been dealing with their financial stability during these uncertain times.
Magic Kingdom
Due to the ongoing global health crisis causing disruption to almost every segment of the Walt Disney Company, their unique situation could be seen by the casual observer as precarious at best.
Time is running out and many Disney World Annual Passholders are asking themselves a tough question before tomorrow’s deadline.
Train Station
Should they or shouldn’t they cancel their annual passes to Disney World? The final day to opt into cancellation of the pass is TOMORROW, August 11th, and passes will no longer be valid for entry beginning August 12th!
UPDATE: It has been confirmed that Ample Hills Creamery will no longer operate in Disney World. Get all the details here.
One of the best spots at Disney’s Boardwalk for a quick snack may no longer be in operation.
BoardWalk Inn
According to a new report from Attractions Magazine, the outpost of Brooklyn-based ice cream shop Ample Hills Creamery at Disney’s Boardwalk has closed its doors for good.
We couldn’t wait to put our pedal to the metal ever since Disney World announced Test Track would be one of the rides guests could enjoy when Epcot reopens.
Test Track
And it looks like we’re not the only ones who are looking forward to Test Track’s SIM cars zooming by!
As the Re-Open Florida Task Force meets to plan how to open up the state’s businesses, flights across the country still remain drastically low.
Orlando International Airport
The CEO of Southwest Airlines recently commented on just how low travel is in addition to how important he believes Disney might help to restore the nation’s travel patterns.
Since the theme parks have been closed for almost a month, we’ve been daydreaming about the next time we’ll be able to hop on our favorite rides in Disney World!
Epcot
While Orlando has recently implemented a curfew and stay-at-home order to keep everyone safe, Disney World has also decided to keep its gates closed “until further notice.” And, the Orange County mayor recently commented on how long he thinks local businesses could be closed.
With the Disney Parks being closed “until further notice,” things are pretty up in the air about when Cast Members may return to their jobs.
Magic Kingdom
We recently saw that Disney plans to furlough non-essential salaried and hourly non-union employees beginning April 19th, but this statement did not include plans for union workers. Disney has now started coming to agreements with unions regarding what will happen to workers’ jobs during the closures.
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