Tropical Storm Erin, currently in the Atlantic Ocean, is expected to become a hurricane later this week. Tropical Storm Erin Erin could become a Category 1 hurricane by Thursday morning and a major hurricane over the weekend. It’s currently far out in the Atlantic and won’t get near land — specifically Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic … Read more
Walt Disney World has reopened to guests today, Friday, October 11, following Hurricane Milton making its way through Central Florida. However, limited park reservations are available, with Magic Kingdom fully booked. Walt Disney World Reopening After Hurricane Milton Park passes to visit Magic Kingdom today are fully booked for all guests, but those with theme … Read more
Experts estimate Walt Disney World has lost a total of $547 million due to hurricanes, The Business Journals reports. Hurricane Milton passed over Florida Wednesday evening, forcing Walt Disney World theme parks to close early and remain closed through Thursday. This is just the latest time Disney has closed due to weather. The first time … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has shared an operational update following this week’s Hurricane Milton closures. Universal Orlando Reopening After Hurricane Milton Universal Orlando Resort will reopen under normal operations on Friday, October 11. The following update was shared to the Universal Orlando website: Our hearts are with all those impacted by Hurricane Milton, and we are … Read more
Walt Disney World has announced an update regarding a reopening timeline following Hurricane Milton. Walt Disney World Reopening After Hurricane Milton The following update was shared on the Walt Disney World website: We’re grateful Walt Disney World Resort weathered the storm, and we are currently assessing the impacts to our property to prepare for reopening … Read more
Walt Disney World has lifted its advisory for resort guests to continue sheltering indoors following Hurricane Milton. In addition, Disney Springs will remain closed today. Walt Disney World Lifts Shelter-in-Place Advisory The update for guests to shelter-in-place in their resort hotel was removed from the Weather Updates page on the Walt Disney World website at … Read more
Now that Hurricane Milton has mostly made its way through the State of Florida, Walt Disney World has advised that resort guests continue to shelter indoors. Disney Tells Guests to Shelter Indoors After Hurricane Milton In an update posted this morning to the Walt Disney World Weather Updates webpage, Disney says the following: Walt Disney … Read more
The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for parts of Florida, including Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort, ahead of Hurricane Milton hitting the state. Tornado Watch The Hurricane Watch is in effect for Orange and Osceola counties, which encompass Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort, as well as Brevard, Lake, … Read more
Osceola County, which includes parts of Walt Disney World, has announced a countywide curfew beginning at 8 p.m. on Wednesday due to Hurricane Milton. Walt Disney World Curfew The curfew is in effect through at least 10 a.m. on Thursday. Walt Disney World Resort is in both Osceola and Orange counties. Guests staying at resort … Read more
We were among the few guests visiting Magic Kingdom on Wednesday before it closed early due to Hurricane Milton. Like the other Walt Disney World theme parks, Magic Kingdom prepared for the hurricane by securing signs and kiosks, tying up umbrellas, and more. Magic Kingdom Prepares for Hurricane Milton Main Street, U.S.A. & Cinderella Castle … Read more
According to a guest currently on the Disney Fantasy, the Disney Cruise Line ship’s scheduled stop at Grand Cayman has been canceled due to choppy waters caused by Hurricane Milton. Disney Cruise Line Cancels Grand Cayman Visit Hurricane Milton is currently moving through the Gulf of Mexico near Mexico. Though the storm is northwest of … Read more
Walt Disney World could lose $200 million due to Hurricane Milton, which is projected to hit the theme park in the coming days. Hurricane Milton to Cost Disney Millions Goldman Sachs analysts stated in a report released on Tuesday that closures and disruptions from the storm could cost Disney between $150 million and $200 million … Read more
As Orlando prepares for the oncoming storm, Walt Disney World has begun preliminary storm preparations while the park operates as normal. We visited some of the parks to see what is being done to prevent damage during the intense weather. EPCOT Flags have been removed from the flagpoles at the entrance to EPCOT, surrounding Spaceship … Read more
Ahead of Hurricane Milton’s expected landfall this week, Walt Disney World has announced several closures across the resort. One of the major announcements was for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, which was originally planned for October 10. The event, which was set to be held Thursday night at Magic Kingdom, has been canceled. Guests with tickets … Read more
With the Category 5 storm imminently approaching the Orlando area on Thursday, Disney has announced the cancelation of the Friday embarkation aboard the Disney Wish, which was set to depart from Port Canaveral on October 11. Disney announced a message to affected guests, explaining the weather conditions forecasted in the area and why it necessitated … Read more
Walt Disney World Resort has announced an update for its reservation changes and cancellation policy ahead of Hurricane Milton making landfall in Florida this week. Walt Disney World Extends Hurricane Policy Walt Disney World waived the cancellation and change fees for guests with hotel reservations yesterday, October 6. Now, that time period of the waiver … Read more
