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PHOTOS: See a Park On Pause With Aerial Images of Disney’s Hollywood Studios During the Extended Parks Closure

May 16, 2020

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As Walt Disney World remains closed for the longest period in the resort’s history, aerial photographers have been able to capture just what the Most Magical Place on Earth looks like without guests. Thanks to pilot Jonathan Michael Salazar on Facebook (also @ColombianPilot on Instagram), we’re able to share these photos of Disney’s Hollywood Studios as the movie magic is … Read more

The Boathouse at Disney Springs Reopening on May 20

May 15, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

The Boathouse will be reopening on May 20 at Disney Springs. The Boathouse outlined its reopening procedures in a post on their Instagram page: “We are thrilled to announce that The Boathouse will be opening with Disney Springs on May 20th at 11am. We will also be opening our Vintage Amphicar rides and The Boathouse … Read more

Blaze Pizza at Disney Springs Reopening on May 20

May 15, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

Blaze Pizza will be reopening on May 20 at Disney Springs. As with all restaurants currently reopening as part of the now “full” Phase 1, all indoor seating is limited to 50% capacity. All other guests must be seated outdoors, with tables having at least 6 feet of space in between. Restaurants reopening at Disney … Read more

BREAKING: Florida Governor Announces “Full” Phase 1 Reopening Starting May 18; Theme Parks to Submit Reopening Plans For Approval

May 15, 2020May 15, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced that starting May 18, businesses may enter a “Full” Phase 1 reopening. WATCH LIVE: Press conference in Jacksonville regarding #COVID19 https://t.co/kKfDUfQZ3i — Ron DeSantis (@GovRonDeSantis) May 15, 2020 Under this “full” Phase 1, restaurants can move up to 50% indoor capacity, with retail also moving up to 50% capacity, … Read more

Planet Hollywood at Disney Springs Reopening on May 20

May 15, 2020May 15, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

Planet Hollywood will be reopening on May 20 at Disney Springs. Hours will be 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM. As with all restaurants currently reopening as part of the now “full” Phase 1, all indoor seating is limited to 50% capacity. All other guests must be seated outdoors, with tables having at least 6 feet … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: CityWalk Grand Reopening in Universal Orlando Establishes “New Normal” For Theme Parks After Pandemic

May 22, 2020May 14, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

Today marked a historic event in theme park history, albeit not the theme park that’s usually in our realm of coverage. Today, we dispatched reporters to Universal Orlando Resort to cover the grand reopening of CityWalk, essentially their version of Disney Springs with shopping, dining… and mini golf. Since we’ll be seeing many of these … Read more

Paid Time Off, Adjusted Attendance Policy Promised to Walt Disney World Cast Members with COVID-19 or Related Symptoms

May 14, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

Cast Members will be returning to work as early as this Friday after months of being on furlough to welcome back the first wave of guests to the property on May 20. While many are eager to return to work, the ever-present fear of infection lingers. Thankfully, workers unions are negotiating certain terms to allow … Read more

Walt Disney World Resort Removes Park Hours Through June 6

May 14, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

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In line with recent cancellations through the first week of June, Walt Disney World Resort has now removed park hours through June 6 on their website as well as on the My Disney Experience app. Park calendars are set up months in advance, so we’ll be seeing the removal of park hours as the extended closure … Read more

Disney Springs Dining Reservations For June Cancelled on My Disney Experience

May 14, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

We’ve been tracking all of the third-party Disney Springs restaurant reopenings as they are announced for May 20, and while we were initially excited at the prospect of making reservations for June 1 and later, My Disney Experience has pulled all availability online and on the app, and informed guests with reservations that they have been … Read more

Chicken Guy! at Disney Springs Reopening on May 20

May 15, 2020May 14, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

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Chicken Guy! will be reopening on May 20 at Disney Springs. From lockdown to Flavortown, it’s time for chicken tenders and milkshakes! Hours will be 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM. As with all restaurants currently reopening as part of the now “full” Phase 1, all indoor seating is limited to 50% capacity. All other guests … Read more

Proposal to Host Major League Soccer Summer Tournament at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Walt Disney World Currently Pending Approval

May 14, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

It seems like basketball isn’t the only sport seeking sanctuary in Walt Disney World during the aftermath of COVID-19. According to ESPN, Major League Soccer plans to make its return with a summer tournament proposed to take place at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando. With post-pandemic plans underway, the league is proposing … Read more

Walt Disney World Resort Cancelling Reservations Through June 8 Due to Ongoing COVID-19 Closure

May 14, 2020May 14, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

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As the COVID-19 situation continues to change, a re-opening date for most parks is still unknown with the exception of Shanghai Disneyland, which reopened on May 11. As a result, many lingering resort reservations and vacation packages are slowly being cancelled. Latest reports indicated cancellations up to May 31, but now Disney has issued an official … Read more

SHOP: Disney Parks Face Masks by WDWNT On Sale! New Mask Style Now Available, Plus More Cast Member Costume Designs From Mission: SPACE and Soarin’

May 13, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

With businesses across Florida reopening for Phase 1, masks are a requirement for many employees returning to work (and even guests visiting Disney Springs) and people everywhere are looking to accessorize while sporting their favorite characters and designs. shopDisney recently released a set of Star Wars, Marvel, and Disney-themed masks, but we’re here to bring … Read more

UPDATE: The Hollywood Reporter Issues Revised May 27 Date for Reopening of Disney-Owned Shops and Eateries at Disney Springs

May 13, 2020May 13, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

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The Hollywood Reporter has revised an interview with Eric Clinton, President of the UNITE HERE Local 362 union to reflect a May 27 reopening date for World of Disney and other Disney-owned locations throughout Disney Springs, as opposed to the Memorial Day Weekend date that was issued earlier. The original publication stated the following: “The next … Read more

Frontera Cocina at Disney Springs Reopening on May 20; Reservations Now Available Online

May 13, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

Frontera Cocina by Rick Bayless will be reopening on May 20 at Disney Springs. Reservations are now available on OpenTable for parties of 4 or more. As with all restaurants currently reopening as part of Phase 1, all indoor seating is limited to 25% capacity. All other guests must be seated outdoors, with tables having … Read more

Pizza Ponte, Morimoto Asia, and Vivoli il Gelato Reopening at Disney Springs on May 22

May 13, 2020

by Megan Bresnan

With all of the announcements regarding Disney Springs re-opening on May 20, followed by all Disney-owned shops and eateries set to re-open at Walt Disney World on Memorial Day Weekend, and with Disney, we now can add even more restaurants to the line up opening up soon. Pizza Ponte, Morimoto Asia and Vivoli il Gelato … Read more