PHOTOS: Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside Reopens at Walt Disney World

Shannen Ace

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PHOTOS: Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside Reopens at Walt Disney World

After being closed for 18 months due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside has reopened.

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Walt Disney World 50th anniversary banners greet guests driving into the resort.

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At the main entrance, Cast Members have rolled out a red carpet.

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Purple banners with balloons attached were on either side of the red carpet.

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Cast Members were happy to be back.

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There are also new 50th anniversary welcome mats.

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Yehaa Bob will return to the River Roost Lounge tonight with a modified show.

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Fulton’s General Store is open with Port Orleans merchandise.

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Guests can currently complete online check-in and proceed directly to their room.

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Outside, guests can once again catch the Sassagoula River Cruise to Disney Springs.

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These boats are available from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

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The Haunted Mansion sign is part of the 50th anniversary scavenger hunt available at select resorts.

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A sign reminds guests that they will have to go through security at Disney Springs.

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Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter will reopen on October 28.

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