Walt Disney World will be reinstating their cancellation fees for dining and other experiences next week. Cancellation fees were waived amidst Hurricane Ian, as many travelers had to cancel plans. Disney announced that they will begin enforcing cancellation policies again on Sunday, October 9. These policies apply to dining and other experiences like Savi’s Workshop … Read more
After some sections of track were reportedly flooded, the Incredible Hulk Coaster has reopened at Universal’s Islands of Adventure following Hurricane Ian. Earlier today, Team Members were running empty cars this afternoon for testing. Photos circulated online of water covering this section of track that dips into a concrete trench in the lagoon. Water has … Read more
Jurassic Park River Adventure at Universal’s Islands of Adventure reopened this afternoon after Hurricane Ian ripped off some paneling of the show building, creating a large hole. The hole is near the top of the water ride’s drop. The steel structure of the building is visible but does not appear damaged. Water likely got into … Read more
Hurricane Ian has left Florida and is on its way to the Carolinas, so Walt Disney World has reopened after two days of closure as a result! Let’s check in on Disney’s Hollywood Studios and see what’s new. Before entering, we could see crew members working on the sidewalk outside Sid Cahuenga’s One-of-a-Kind. A section … Read more
Hurricane Ian has left Florida and is on its way to the Carolinas. Walt Disney World theme parks were closed for two days due to the hurricane and are reopening today, September 30. New Park Pass reservations only opened to resort hotel guests and the parks have later opening times than usual. EPCOT opened at … Read more
The Walt Disney Company has released a statement about Hurricane Ian now that the storm has passed central Florida. Disney CEO Bob Chapek also sent out a company-wide email to Cast Members about Hurricane Ian. Read the new statement: Our hearts go out to those impacted by Hurricanes lan and Fiona. We are grateful for … Read more
Hurricane Ian has left Florida and is on its way to the Carolinas. Walt Disney World theme parks were closed for two days due to the hurricane and are reopening today, September 30. New Park Pass reservations only opened to resort hotel guests, and the parks have later opening times than usual. Magic Kingdom opened … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort was closed for the past two days as Hurricane Ian passed through central Florida. As a result, Halloween Horror Nights did not happen on Wednesday and Thursday this week. Halloween Horror Nights will proceed as normal tonight, September 30. Halloween Horror Nights will begin at 5:00 p.m. Only guests who already have … Read more
As Walt Disney World prepares for their phased reopening tomorrow, Cast Members are being called back to work as early as 9:00 p.m. tonight. Disney has not yet announced details about the phased reopening, which could mean some parks or attractions will not be available. Cast Members should check the Hub for more information. Walt … Read more
Walt Disney World has seen over 12 inches of rain during Hurricane Ian (now Tropical Storm Ian), News 6 Orlando reported live today. News 6 reported that Walt Disney World has seen at least 12.13 inches of rain. Some areas have had less, with Disney’s Hollywood Studios getting 11.46 inches. Ian made landfall yesterday at … Read more
While Hurricane Ian has been downgraded to Tropical Storm Ian, it is still causing treacherous conditions in central Florida. Universal Orlando Resort remains closed today, September 29, and has issued a new statement. The statement reads: Our thoughts go out to all those impacted by Hurricane Ian and we stand ready to help our community … Read more
As Hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida yesterday, Walt Disney World handed out meal kits to resort hotel guests. Meal kits are no longer available as of today, September 29, and more quick-service restaurants have opened at hotels. Here is the full list of open and closed dining locations at Walt Disney World hotels. For … Read more
Tropical Storm Ian is still making its way across Florida. Walt Disney World Resort hotels have seen some flooding and damage, though seem relatively fine. At Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, we saw a tree down in the savanna, but no other damage. Animals were taken indoors for safety. Hotel guests were asked to shelter in … Read more
As Hurricane Ian loses power over central Florida, the National Hurricane Center has downgraded it to Tropical Storm Ian. Ian made landfall yesterday at Cayo Costa, Florida, as a Category 4 hurricane with 150 mph winds. It has since dropped back down through lower hurricane categories to a tropical storm with sustained winds of 65 … Read more
Walt Disney World has issued an update about Hurricane Ian (now Tropical Storm Ian), which is making its way across Florida right now. The update reads: We are thinking of our neighbors across Florida. We will get through this together and will be there to help our cast members and community. As we keep safety … Read more
Walt Disney World Resort is not allowing new hotel reservations through Monday, October 2, 2022, due to Hurricane Ian (now Tropical Storm Ian). Previously, reservations had been suspended through Saturday, October 1. Guests can now make reservations beginning on October 3. Walt Disney World theme parks and Disney Springs are closed today, September 29.