Archives for April 2020

Florida’s Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force Considers Who Should Determine the Reopening of Theme Parks

If you followed along with some of yesterday’s conversations by Florida’s Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force, you may recall that discussions addressed the reopening of various businesses around the county, including the area’s theme parks in light of the current closures due to the global situation. (And, if you missed it, you can catch up on some of yesterday’s meetings here.)

Florida-themed Orange Bird Mural in Disney Springs

Orange County is one of two in which Walt Disney World Resort resides, along with Osceola county. And while the discussions surrounding the reopening of Orange County businesses is still in beginning stages, the ongoing meetings deliver insights into all the various items that need to be considered for reopening safely. [Read more…]

Feel the Balance of the Force with the Upcoming Star Wars Bracelets from Lokai!

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If you're looking for information related to the current closures and their effect on the Disney Parks, click here for all the up-to-date details and click here for answers to dozens of reader FAQs.

If you know Star Wars, you know that the Force is all about the balance between light and dark.

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Similarly, the Lokai brand of bracelets has a focus on balance with every bracelet containing water from the highest point on Earth and mud from the lowest. So it’s SUPER fitting that Lokai is set to launch a whole new line of Star Wars bracelets — PLUS purchases of the bracelets will help to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation!

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Julie Andrew’s First Episode of Her New Story Time Series Is Now Up!

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Once upon a time, there lived a wonderful dame named Julie Andrews. She was a much-beloved actress known for portraying Disney’s Mary Poppins among other very important roles!

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And not too long ago, this magical lady told us she and her daughter would be launching Julie’s Library — a new podcast series where they’d be reading some of their favorite children’s books aloud!

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DFB Cribs! Our Team Is Taking You on a Tour Inside Our Disney-fied Homes!

By Janelle Sheetz 5 Comments

Who out there is guilty of looking around during Zoom calls and spying on what your co-workers got goin’ on in their houses? Just us?

Disney Attraction Posters

Yes, it’s true! We’re totally guilty of doing this! But if we’ve learned anything new about our team members over the last few weeks, it’s that many of us have some pretty cool Disney stuff in our houses! That’s why we’re rebooting the series and inviting y’all inside with this edition of DFB Cribs!

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California Governor Presents Four-Stage Plan for the State’s Reopening. Where Does Disneyland Fit?

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While both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort remain closed until further notice due to the current global health situation, both home states for the Resorts are looking at safe reopenings for their economies.

Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle

We have been following along with the Re-Open Florida Task Force and Florida’s Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force, especially with regards to discussions that touch on the path to reopening Walt Disney World. In California — where Anaheim, of course, is home to Disneyland Resort — Governor Gavin Newsom is also laying out plans for the state’s businesses. [Read more…]

Check Out These New Loungefly Pins That Are Coming in May for What’s HaPINning Tuesdays!

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When you think of Loungefly, the first thought that crosses your mind is probably their adorable Backpacks — like this fabulous Disney Ice Cream Princess Backpack!

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But did you know Loungefly also has a STRONG Enamel Pin game?

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We Asked Our Readers Who THEY Want To Recognize For Helping During The Health Crisis. Here’s Who They Nominated!

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With so much uncertainty at this time, it’s important to recognize and celebrate the HELPERS! We’re seeing truly incredible acts of kindness and generosity during this time. Disney has even gone out of their way to recognize those battling on the front-line, from healthcare workers to local police departments.

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In addition to the incredible work done day in and day out by healthcare workers, essential employees, and first responders, there are some seriously amazing Disney Fans who have stepped up in big ways during the health crisis. We want to take a moment to recognize those who have gone above and beyond to truly help their communities during this time!

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Chef Art Smith Is Shelling Out Not One, But TWO Shrimp and Grits Cooking Demos

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Is there anything about Homecomin’s super adorbs Chef Art Smith not to LOVE???

Chef Art Smith at Homecomin’

This well-known Southerner has been keeping us well-fed and entertained with his at-home cooking classes — we’ve already mastered his Chicken and Dumplings and some of his favorite Fried Chicken Dishes! And today, Chef Art Smith will be showing us how to make two of his most-famous Shrimp and Grits recipes!

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5 Things That Surprised US About Disney World MagicBands!

By Quincy Stanford 8 Comments

If you’ve been to Disney World in the last seven years, chances are you’ve worn (or at least seen!) a MagicBand.

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It can be hard to believe when you’re in Disney World and EVERYONE has one on, but did you know that the MagicBand is a SUPER advanced piece of technology? Seriously! The capabilities of these cute rubber wristbands are insane. We’re making sure you know EXACTLY what’s going on with that MagicBand on your wrist with these five surprising facts!