Disneyland Now Offering Free COVID-19 Testing for Local Cast Members

With a full COVID-19 testing site coming soon, Disneyland Resort is now offering free testing to Cast Members. Disney Parks Chief Medical Officer Pamela Hymel said in a statement, “We have finalized a plan for all working Cast Members of the Disneyland Resort to have access to free, easily accessible testing options.” Cast Members can … Read more

VIDEO: Adventureland Debuts New Background Music Loop at the Magic Kingdom

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Adventureland in Magic Kingdom has debuted an entirely new background music loop. The loop is approximately fifteen minutes long and includes nods to some of the Arabian Coast area music from Tokyo DisneySea. You can listen to a portion of the new Adventureland BGM loop in our YouTube video below: Whereas before, there were separate … Read more

PHOTOS: Rivers of America Draining Begins for Tom Sawyer Island and Liberty Square Riverboat Refurbishment at the Magic Kingdom

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Tom Sawyer Island and the Liberty Square Riverboat have both closed for a three-month-long refurbishment at Magic Kingdom. Today, we noticed that Disney has begun draining water from the Rivers of America to prepare for the refurbishment. Though not obvious at first glance, looking at where the water meets land makes it clear that drainage … Read more

PHOTOS: Lampposts Installed, Ramp Removed at New Walkway Connecting Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa to the Magic Kingdom

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Construction on the bridge and walkway connecting Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa to the Magic Kingdom has been ongoing for what feels like forever. For the past few months, construction on the walkway had almost reached a standstill, with the path poised to open soon. Finally, lampposts have been installed on the Grand Floridian … Read more

PHOTOS: The Lunching Pad Reopens at the Magic Kingdom

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The Lunching Pad in Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland has been closed since the park reopened in mid-July. But after an announcement last week, the quick-service restaurant is finally reopening. No special menu items have been added during the closure, but guests will be delighted at the return of Cream Cheese Pretzels to the park. Like some … Read more

Disneyland Adopting Additional Health & Safety Protocols Including Signs in Spanish After Visit From Health Care Officials

Orange County Health Care Agency officials have visited Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, and Downtown Disney District to observe the health and safety protocols the resort has put in place. Following the tour, Disneyland is implementing several recommendations from the officials, including: Adding Spanish language signs with health and safety information Placing social distancing markers outside … Read more