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Things at Disney World are constantly changing.
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
Whether you’re looking to stay at a Disney hotel during your next visit, or just looking to stop by to grab a meal at one of the hotel restaurants, these are the 5 updates that could change your vacation plans.
We’ve seen some BIG changes in Disney World since reopening that have greatly altered the parks as we once knew them.
Magic Kingdom
Since Disney World has been continuing forward with its health and safety initiatives, high-touch surfaces have been reduced in the parks and capacity has been limited. Mask requirements, temperature checks, and more are completely new, but there have been some big virtual changes as well.
There’s been a LOT of construction around Disney World since the parks re-opened, from the constant updates of the EPCOT Transformation to the TRON Coaster coming to life!
Swan and Dolphin Resort
We’re seeing plenty of hotel projects move forward as well, like the new addition to the Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, a Marriott property situated within walking distance to EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Disney World.
We’ve been keeping our eye on the construction ever since the news dropped back in 2018 that the 14-story tower was being added. Today, a few updates have been revealed about the new hotel structure, which recently added its top floor!!, including a new name and an opening timeframe!
Disney World has started to make some changes in the parks when it comes to hours, capacity, and more during the initial reopening.
Main Street, U.S.A.
While the park hours will be reduced starting September 8th, Disney has stated that some restaurants will remain open for guests to enjoy. However, Labor Day Weekend is happening soon…
If there’s a new dessert, you can bet your Disney buttons that we’re ALL over it. Lately, we’ve been sipping on sweet drinks like the Chipotle Pineapple Margarita and the two new fruity drinks at Starbucks, but now we’re shifting gears to talk cake.
The Wave
Since Disney World hasn’t reopened all of its restaurants or resorts just yet, we’ve been keeping up with each of the spots opening again around the area. Although many quick-service and table-service places have reduced their menus during the initial stages of Disney’s reopening, we spotted a returning item… just not where we expected to find it!
Downtown Disney has re-opened to guests so they can visit their favorite stores and restaurants in the district!
Downtown Disney!
Although we’ve been happy to dine at spots like Tortilla Jo’s and shop at the World of Disney for new face masks, due to Disneyland’s delayed reopening we haven’t yet been able to visit their parks and resorts. And while reservations had originally been available for select Disneyland hotels in August, it now looks like we might have to wait a little while longer before we will be able to visit!
Disney Vacation Club Members have received a massive merchandise discount!
Disney Vacation Club Sign
Annual Passholders have received several offers like room discounts, park pass extensions, and increased merchandise discounts since Walt Disney World’s closure. Now, DVC Members are getting a discount! [Read more…]
Happy pre-Holidays, everybody! July 25th was officially named “Christmas in July” by Disney, and we totally used it as an excuse to watch some of our favorite Christmas movies early.
Gingerbread House
Although Halloween is just around the corner, one of the Disney Resorts is making things merry and bright with some desserts that will make you gingerbread and peppermint fans very happy!
The NBA is finishing up the season on Walt Disney World property.
Grand Floridian NBA Blue Wall
We’ve been keeping watch on the big blue wall at Disney’s Grand Floridian. The NBA set up camp behind the blue barrier to isolate players from the public. While isolated, the players got some pretty cool amenities like loads of video games and private pedicurists. We visited the wall a few times to try and catch a glimpse of the other side. Something definitely caught our eye today! [Read more…]
Yes, you absolutely read that title right! We’re talking about bathrooms. Restrooms. Loos. Potties.
Restrooms in Animal Kingdom
Although you might encounter some lines every so often (it is Disney, after all), there are still spots around the parks that are both quiet AND wonderfully Imagineered! We feel it’s our duty to get down and dirty and share the secrets of the BEST bathrooms in Disney World.
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