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Planning a Disney vacation can be a daunting task. There’s so much to think about!
Epcot Monorail
Well, do not fear! We at DFB are here to help YOU plan the best trip you can possibly plan. We don’t want you to forget ANYTHING and trust us, it can be easy to miss some things when you’re in the midst of Disney scheduling! There is one piece of planning that we definitely want you to remember though, because it can help you not forget anything else: considering a travel agent!
There seems to be a common thread in the reopening of entertainment venues across the world — mandatory face masks.
©ShanghaiDisneylandResort on Instagram
We’ve already seen mandatory face masks for employees AND guests become the norm for Shanghai Disneyland, Universal Orlando CityWalk, and Disney Springs. Especially for Americans, wearing face masks is a pretty new concept. And our readers are asking plenty of questions about what this will be like. So we’re taking a look at when you WILL need to wear a mask at Disney, and when you won’t.
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.
The competition is really heating up now!
Space Mountain at Night
We’ve just wrapped up another round of the Disney Food Blog Rides and Attractions Throw Down, and now we’re down to the FINAL FOUR! Let’s see which attractions are still left to duke it out!
In need of a Cinderella Castle pic fix?!
Cinderella Castle in Walt Disney World
Well, while President of Disney World Josh D’Amaro sent a very special message to the Class of 2020 yesterday, recently he posted some amazing images of Cinderella Castle on his Insta!
In literary news, we thought the pinnacle of our week came when author Rick Riordan announced Percy Jackson & The Olympians was going to be made into a new Disney+ live-action series!
© Mo Willems
But that was before we found out about children’s book author and illustrator Mo Willems’ Thank-O-Rama!
We’ve got some serious love for the early Disney/Pixar movies.
Toy Story Land
But we especially love one of the best of the bunch — the OG Toy Story! Well, this year marks 25 years since we first saw those lovable toys in Andy’s room. Today, is ALSO National Pizza Party Day. Coincidence? We think not. To celebrate check out these cool pizza recipes from Disney!
Attention all ghouls! We have officially reached the halfway mark to Halloween!
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
To celebrate, Disney is throwing a virtual #Halfway2Halloween bash, filled with performances, recipes, and DIY crafts! We’ve been sharing some bits and pieces of the celebrations throughout the day today. Here’s a roundup of how you can get in the spooky spirit!
Here’s a heads-up! Be sure to check your Disneyland or My Disney Experience app for a little extra magic from the Disney PhotoPass Service!
Disney PhotoPass Service ©Disney
MORE complimentary desktop and mobile wallpapers have been added to your photo gallery, which you can access by selecting the Disney PhotoPass section designated on the home screen. (You can access these by way of your account on the Walt Disney World and Disneyland websites, too.) [Read more…]
So far, Planet Hollywood and The Boathouse have announced today that they’ll be reopening next Wednesday.
Blaze Pizza at Disney Springs
And now Blaze Pizza has just informed us they will also be reopening their Disney Springs location starting May 20th.
Florida has been in a Phase One of reopening since May 4th, and now it seems they’re taking the next step.
Liberty Belle Riverboat at Magic Kingdom
In a press conference today, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis explained the intention for the state to move to a “Full Phase One” on Monday. The new order loosens limitations on restaurants, gyms, and sports venues — but what does it mean for Orlando theme parks like Disney World?
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