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Gov. Ron DeSantis Will be Lifting Restaurant Capacity Restrictions and Supports Walt Disney World Increasing Capacity

September 24, 2020

While California Gov. Gavin Newsom has been slow to allow Disneyland Resort to reopening during the COVID-19 pandemic, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that he wants Walt Disney World to increase capacity. The Florida governor also stated that he would soon lift restaurant capacity restrictions statewide and will act to prevent local governments from imposing … Read more

Disney Park Pass Availability Update (9/24/20): First December Weekend Booked Up for Annual Passholders at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

September 24, 2020

Once again, the Disney Park Pass Availability calendar is getting filled up for Annual Passholders months ahead of time. Of course, given how often things change with Park Pass availability, anything can happen. We’ve seen reservation availability previously replenished multiple times in the past few weeks, so I wouldn’t go cancelling your Turkey Day plans … Read more

Disneyland President States Resort is “In Limbo” Without Reopening Guidelines from Governor Newsom

September 24, 2020

With plans for even Aulani now announced, Disneyland remains “in limbo” while awaiting reopening plans from state officials. According to The Orange County Register, Disneyland Resort President Ken Potrock recently voiced his frustrations with the current reopening gridlock during a meeting with the Southern California News Group editorial board: “We’ve been waiting for guidelines from … Read more

UPDATE: Chefs De France Restaurant Reopening Pushed Back to October 8 at EPCOT

September 24, 2020

It’s time for baguettes, wine, and French Onion Soup… well, not quite yet. According to a recent update on the Walt Disney World website, it appears that the reopening of Chefs de France at the France Pavilion in EPCOT has been postponed to October. While previously, hours were showing starting this Friday, September 25, the … Read more

BREAKING: Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa Reopening on November 1

September 24, 2020

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Disney has just announced that Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa will begin its phased reopen on Sunday, November 1. The state will be implementing a new pre-arrival testing program starting in mid-October which will pave the way for this reopening. From Aulani: Aloha! We are pleased to share with you an update: Given Hawaii’s recent announcement … Read more

Father Sues Universal Orlando and Loews Hotels After Son’s Suicidal 17-Story Jump from Universal’s Aventura Hotel

September 24, 2020

The father of a 27-year-old who jumped 17 stories to his death at Universal’s Aventura Hotel last year filed a wrongful death lawsuit last week against multiple organizations, including Universal Orlando and Loews Corp. Alfred Bahna, the father of Matthew Bahna, sued for more than $30,000 in Orange Circuit Court. Matthew Bahna, 27, died after … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO, REVIEW: Cinderella’s Royal Table Reopens with Surprise Character Appearance, But Same Mediocre, Poor Value Dining as Before at the Magic Kingdom

February 28, 2023September 24, 2020

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We learned earlier this month that Cinderella’s Royal Table at Magic Kingdom would be reopening soon with no princesses. After a soft opening on September 23, the restaurant fully reopened on September 24. For those of you looking to dine at this popular signature restaurant in the Magic Kingdom, read on to find out what … Read more

PHOTOS: New Big Thunder Mountain Railroad “Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction” Plush Arrives at Magic Kingdom

September 24, 2020September 24, 2020

Another piece from the “Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction” merchandise collection has arrived at Sir Mickey’s in the Magic Kingdom, and this time, it’s the adorable western-themed plush! Sir Mickey’s now has a number of these Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Minnie plush in stock just in time for the attraction’s 40th anniversary at Walt Disney … Read more

Disney Introduces “Inclusion” as Fifth Key in Cast Member Training Worldwide

September 24, 2020

Any Disney Cast Member will tell you that they’re trained to stick to the Four Keys – Safety, Courtesy, Show, and Efficiency to bring the best in Disney service to guests. In light of recent events, and to harbor a more welcoming environment for all Cast, the following announcement was issued to employees earlier today: … Read more

NEW Cast Member “Hidden Disney” Pins Arrive at Walt Disney World and Disneyland

September 24, 2020

Disney Pins Blog has shared images of new “Hidden Disney” pins available to Cast Members. Previously known as “Hidden Mickey” pins, the new name represents the new, wide variety of pins. Hidden Disney pins (also formerly known as Cast Lanyard Pins) are only obtainable by trading with a Cast Member off of their lanyard. Two … Read more

PHOTOS: New “King Chad” Art Installation Pays Tribute to Late “Black Panther” Star Chadwick Boseman at Disneyland Resort

September 24, 2020

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With the heartbreaking passing of Chadwick Boseman this past August, Walt Disney Imagineering has brought a thoughtful tribute of the late actor to the Downtown Disney District in Disneyland Resort. A new art installation, titled “King Chad”, was revealed earlier today at Downtown Disney. The installation pays tribute to Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman with … Read more

New Disney Parks Designer Collection “Cupcakes and Cashmere” Minnie Ear Headband Arrives Tomorrow on shopDisney

September 24, 2020

Old-school fashion and lifestyle bloggers have been following “Cupcakes and Cashmere” since it launched back in 2008. Now, the blog’s founder, Emily Schuman, has collaborated with the Disney Parks merchandising team to bring you an all-new set of Minnie Ear headbands as part of the Designer Collection. The headbands will be dropping at 7:00 AM … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW “Toy Story” and “Cinderella” Spatulas Arrive at Walt Disney World

September 24, 2020

If you haven’t already picked a Disney theme for your kitchen, then it’s time to get started. Two new spatula sets have arrived at Walt Disney World, and you can pick between Toy Story and Cinderella sidekicks to add to your kitchen drawers. Toy Story Rex and Little Green Man Spatulas The spatulas come as … Read more

PHOTOS: Queue Screens Being Tested at Frozen Sing-Along Celebration in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

September 24, 2020

“For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios might be reopening soon! We saw screens on in the queue area for the attraction, as well as workers attempting to fix broken screens. The screens were playing their usual Frozen clips and introduction to the show. Workers had a ladder … Read more

Iconic Magic Kingdom Toll Plaza will be Painted in All-New Colors in Preparation for Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary

September 25, 2020September 24, 2020

As we approach the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World, a number of improvements and refurbishments are underway across property to prepare the resorts and theme parks for the golden anniversary celebration. While the icon of Magic Kingdom, Cinderella Castle, has already received a makeover, soon another icon of the park will be getting an … Read more

PHOTOS: First Look at Stained Glass Representing 13 Disney Princesses and Heroines on the Castle of Magical Dreams at Hong Kong Disneyland

September 26, 2020September 24, 2020

Hong Kong Disneyland, which closed for a second time in July due to a spike in COVID-19 cases, is reopening on September 25. While we’ll have to wait to see the full park again, we do have some new up-close looks at the Castle of Magical Dreams, the park’s reimagined castle that was announced at … Read more