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NEWS: Orlando Asks Residents to LIMIT Water Usage Following Damage from Hurricane Ian

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UPDATE: An update has been given on this situation. Look below for the latest details.

Hurricane Ian impacted Florida last week, and while the storm itself has left Florida, its impacts are still being felt.

Flooded construction

Hurricane Ian dropped massive amounts of rain on various areas within the state (including Disney World) and caused some sign and tree damage in Disney World as well. If you’re within the City of Orlando though, the hurricane had an impact on something important and an emergency alert is now in place.

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Phased Reopening After Hurricane Ian, Festival of the Holidays Food Booths, and More HUGE Disney News

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It’s been quite the week for Disney World.

Rain from Hurricane Ian near Disney World

Hurricane Ian complicated things for a few days — shutting down the Disney World theme parks and causing a phased reopening, plus we’ve gotten huge news about returning offerings and EPCOT’s International Festival of the Holidays. After a stressful few days, you could probably use a little mental escape (we know the feeling). So why not take a second, find a quiet spot, and join us on a virtual trip through the parks and resorts for all the latest Disney news. ❤️  It might just be the 5-minute break you desperately need this week.

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NEWS: Reopening Details Announced for Universal Orlando

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Theme parks across Florida shut down for a couple of days due to Hurricane Ian. Now that the threat has passed and the weather is calming down, these parks are starting to reopen.

Universal Orlando

Disney World began a phased reopening today, with most parks opening later in the day than usual. Now, we know when Universal Orlando will reopen. [Read more…]

FULL SCHEDULE for Disney World Parks Reopening After Hurricane Ian

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On Tuesday, September 27th, Disney World announced that the theme parks would close due to the threat of Hurricane Ian. This closure was scheduled to last through Thursday, September 29th.

Magic Kingdom Entrance

Now that the storm has passed by Central Florida and the weather is starting to clear up, Disney is getting ready to reopen the parks. They will do this with a phased reopening, which means that the park opening times are a little different than usual. Check out the full schedule for reopening here.

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Disney World Hotels LIMITING New Reservations

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As Tropical Storm Ian continues on its path through Florida, Disney World is making preparations to reopen the parks once the weather calms down.

Dark Clouds over Disney World

Disney has announced that the parks and Disney Springs will reopen this week in a phased way, and most hotels in Disney World will be accepting new check-ins starting at 3PM on Friday, September 30th. However, it’s possible that Disney is still limiting new reservations for its hotels. [Read more…]

PHASED REOPENING Announced for Disney World Parks After Hurricane Ian

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Disney World announced previously that the parks would be closed on Wednesday and Thursday this week (September 28th and 29th) in response to Hurricane Ian, which is now Tropical Storm Ian. Some hotels and other attractions (like mini golf courses) were closed as well.

Storm

It was implied from Disney’s announcement that the parks would reopen on Friday, September 30th, although they did not explicitly name a reopening date at the time. Now, we have an update about when Disney World parks will reopen. [Read more…]

Disney World To WAIVE Cancelation Fees Through Next Week

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Tropical Storm Ian has torn through Florida, causing a multitude of issues statewide.

Tropical Storm Ian

Flood warnings have been issued, special events were canceled, hotels closed, the airport closed to commercial flights, and Disney World closed its theme parks for September 28th and 29th. Now Disney World has adjusted its hurricane policy, and here’s what you need to know.

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FULL LIST of Restaurants OPEN and CLOSED at Disney World Hotels During Tropical Storm Ian

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Hurricane (now Tropical Storm) Ian has been impacting various places within Florida, including Disney World.

Tropical Storm Ian

Disney World closed its theme parks on September 28th and 29th, various special events were canceled, some hotels were closed, and even the airport has adjusted its operations due to the storm. But what if you’re at a Disney World hotel and looking to eat? We’ve got all the updates you need right here.

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NEWS: Visitors Can’t Check Into Disney World Hotels Until Friday Afternoon

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Tropical Storm Ian hit Florida as a Category 4 hurricane yesterday, September 28th. As it moves through Florida, it has weakened to a tropical storm but is still causing a lot of destruction with tornado and flood warnings active in many Central Florida counties.

Tropical Storm Ian

In response to the storm, Disney World closed its theme parks and some hotels. In addition, guests cannot check into any Disney World hotels until Friday afternoon (September 30th). If you’re planning to visit the parks in the coming days, here’s what you need to know. [Read more…]

NEWS: Hurricane Ian Downgraded to Tropical Storm in Florida

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Hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida yesterday as a Category 4 storm. It first landed in Cayo Costa, Florida, with winds of 150 mph. Since then, flood, tornado, and hurricane warnings have been issued throughout the state, with much of the damage happening in Central Florida.

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Although officials continue to warn residents to remain inside their shelters and be on alert, it looks like the storm has weakened as it progresses through Florida. [Read more…]

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