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Tropical Storm Closures, the Start of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and MORE Critical Disney Updates

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If you haven’t been keeping up with the latest Disney news, take a seat — there’s a lot to get through!

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is back!

This past week, Disney held its first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World since pre-pandemic times, LOTS of snacks arrived in the theme parks, Tropical Storm Nicole caused some park closures, and we got all kinds of other updates. So sit back, pull up a chair, and get ready for a breakdown of EVERY SINGLE update you need to know about Disney right now.

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Reopening Timeline Announced for Orlando International Airport Following Tropical Storm Nicole

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Tropical Storm Nicole (which hit Florida as a Category 1 hurricane before weakening into a tropical storm once again) has mostly passed through Central Florida, although wind and rain are still happening in certain areas.

Storm in Disney World

Disney World closed early on November 9th for the storm and reopened its theme parks in a late, phased reopening process the next day. The Orlando International Airport also closed, but now they’ve announced when the airport will resume commercial operations. [Read more…]

Inside Look at How the Orlando Airport Prepares for a Tropical Storm

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If you’ll be traveling to the Orlando area during hurricane season, it’s critical that you know what to expect and how to prepare.

Rainy Day in Magic Kingdom

Hurricane season generally takes place from June 1st through November 30th. In 2022, the season brought a large amount of flooding to Orlando through Hurricane Ian, and once again impacted the Orlando area with Tropical Storm Nicole. One key thing that can be impacted by storms is the Orlando International Airport. We’ve seen the airport CLOSE due to recent storms, but what exactly does this spot do to prepare for bad weather? We’ve got an inside look!

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PHOTOS and VIDEOS: What Disney World Looks Like After Tropical Storm Nicole

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It’s been an interesting week at Disney World, to say the least.

The crowd in Hollywood Studios before Tropical Storm Nicole

With Tropical Storm Nicole on the way, we saw the Orlando International Airport close, and the Disney parks and Disney Springs soon followed suit. Disney World did reopen today, so let’s take a look at what things look like there now.

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NEWS: WHEN Disney World Will Reopen Following the Phased Hurricane Nicole Closures Announced

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On Wednesday, tropical storm Nicole was upgraded to a category 1 hurricane.

Crowds ahead of hurricane Nicole

Disney World also announced a phased closure for the parks, water parks, some hotels, and Disney Springs.

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PHOTOS and VIDEO: See How Tropical Storm Nicole Is Impacting Disney World

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Tropical Storm Nicole is on its way toward Florida, and Disney World is making preparations to keep guests and employees safe.

Clouds over Cinderella Castle

The Disney World parks will close early tonight (November 9th) in a phased closure, and Disney Springs is also going to close early. Some hotels will close, along with certain amenities like miniature golf courses. Additionally, nighttime shows and other events have been canceled. Come with us inside Disney World to see how the parks look before a tropical storm hits. [Read more…]

SeaWorld Orlando CLOSING Due to Tropical Storm Nicole

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Tropical Storm Nicole is heading toward Florida and is expected to become a hurricane before it makes landfall in the Sunshine State.

Hurricane Ian in Orlando in September

We’ve seen a bunch of closures due to the storm, including Orlando International Airport, Disney World, Universal, and more. And now, another theme park in Central Florida is shutting down.

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NEWS: Universal Orlando Closing Due to Tropical Storm Nicole

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Florida theme parks have been responding to the incoming Tropical Storm Nicole, which is expected to affect Central Florida within the next few days.

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Disney World has responded to the storm by closing Disney Springs, canceling Fantasmic! and Extended Evening Hours, and enacting phased park closures. And now we have an update from Universal Orlando!

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NEWS: Tropical Storm Nicole Has Strengthened to a Hurricane

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UPDATE: Tropical Storm Nicole has been upgraded to a category 1 hurricane as of 7PM ET on November 9th. 

Disney has already announced several changes that will happen at the Disney World parks and hotels in response to Tropical Storm Nicole, which is expected to affect Central Florida today (November 9th) and tomorrow.

The castle stays right here, even when it hurricanes.

The parks are going to have a phased closure beginning at 5PM on November 9th, and several nighttime events have been canceled. Disney suspended cancelation fees as well, so you can cancel your reservations without penalty if you had previously planned to visit in the next few days. Now, we have an update about the tropical storm and its potential to become a hurricane. [Read more…]

Disney World Updates Cancelation Policies Ahead of Tropical Storm Nicole

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Central Florida has been hit hard by the hurricane season this year. 

Hurricane Ian in Disney World

First, Hurricane Ian caused heavy rainfall, winds, flooding, and closures at Disney World back in September. Now, Tropical Storm Nicole is on its way, and there are some important Disney World updates you need to know if you’re traveling currently or soon.

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