Magic Kingdom guests craving LeFou’s Brew will soon be able to get their fix. Preparations are underway to reopen Gaston’s Tavern ahead of its scheduled reopening on Friday, September 4th. The restaurant closed along with the park back in March. At the restaurant’s entrance, signage in the doors has been updated to designate them as … Read more
Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro says that Disney is “ready” to reopen the parks of the Disneyland Resort as soon as California guidelines allow in a recent interview. D’Amaro recently made the statement on “The Dow Report,” a show hosted by U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Roger Dow. As he stated, … Read more
Starting September 14, Disneyland Paris will be cutting hours at its two parks, with both Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park reduced to a 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM schedule. Current hours are 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM at Disneyland Park, and 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM at Walt Disney Studios Park. Starting on … Read more
It seems there’s trouble in paradise, as Sebastian’s Bistro Restaurant at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort remains shuttered long after the resort’s reopening, and sources indicate that there are no current plans to reopen the table-service restaurant, which specializes in Caribbean fare. The restaurant’s status remains labeled “Temporary Unavailable” on the Walt Disney World website, with … Read more
With the upcoming reopening of Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, the resort’s various stores and restaurants are also prepping for their imminent reopening, including the guest-favorite Ale & Compass Lounge and Restaurant, which is set to open a few days earlier, on August 20. Do note that Ale & Compass doesn’t show times before August 24 … Read more
After a nearly week-long closure, Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure has reopened to guests at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The attraction closed on August 12th due to a fire that broke out backstage. Back on Friday, we learned that the ride was expected to reopen today. Long lines greeted the attraction on its return, with … Read more
Three more restaurants are getting ready to rejoin the lineup at Disney Springs. The Edison, Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante and Enzo’s Hideaway are all currently scheduled to reopen beginning Thursday, August 13th. According to the Walt Disney World website, the locations will initially be only serving dinner from 5 PM to 10 PM. Reservations can … Read more
Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from August 3-9, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Check out this week’s photo report for … Read more
There may be another place to eat at EPCOT as soon as next week. A queue has been set up at Eats at the EPCOT Experience, with cast members telling us the counter service location will reopen to guests sometime next week. The location will be serving “snack foods,” likely similar to its menu before … Read more
Guests at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort may soon be able to enjoy an exotic drink at Tambu Lounge. One of our reporters spotted the lounge as it was undergoing preparations to reopen soon. Located near the entrance to ‘Ohana, the lounge typically serves appetizers, beer, wine, and specialty cocktails. The lounge is currently roped off … Read more
Given rising COVID-19 rates across the state of Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis extended the State of Emergency back in early July, thus also extending the ongoing quarantine mandate for all people traveling to Florida from the Tri-State area. As of today, Governor DeSantis has issued an executive order rescinding travel restrictions on those traveling to … Read more
Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from July 27 – August 2, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Check out this week’s … Read more
Greetings from Disney’s Animal Kingdom! We’re over in Discovery Island, where the popular Island Mercantile store is set to reopen today at 1 pm. This is the first time the store will be open since the Walt Disney World theme parks closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Island Mercantile is a particularly large store, with … Read more
Universal Parks & Resorts has revealed just how powerful the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has been. According to Spectrum News 13‘s Ashley Carter, Comcast, Universal’s parent company, reported that Parks & Resorts experienced a 94% loss in revenue during the second quarter of 2020. Altogether, the theme parks earned $87 million, a massive … Read more
Annual Passholders looking to join the Resistance on the weekends are now looking at a fairly-booked Disney Park Pass Availability calendar, with no reservations available at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on Saturdays or Sundays through October 3. Currently, all of August at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is booked up for Annual Passholders. If you’re planning on driving … Read more
After being closed and drained yesterday and part of today, Splash Mountain has reopened to guests at the Magic Kingdom. Empty logs were sent out first as the ride prepared to reopen. With word getting out that the ride had reopened, guests passed by the closed Briar Patch shop. The ride has been popular since … Read more