food IS a theme park
Disney Springs and Universal Orlando’s CityWalk reopened a few months ago and brought about several big changes — some of which are taking a little more getting used to than others! 😉
Universal Orlando
Both shopping and dining districts mandated the use of masks for both guests and employees. Making the change to wearing masks in daily life has been a bit of a transition — but add a little Florida heat and walking around all day to the mix and things start to get a little swampy pretty FAST.
We have shared many details on if the NBA will finish their season in Disney World.
NBA Experience at Disney World
Now, the NBA is one step closer to making this a reality.
In response to recent global events, theaters across the country have closed their doors. AMC Theaters in Disney Springs attempted to limit guest capacity for a short period of time before closing down temporarily.
AMC
But now that major film studios have pushed back premiere dates for several of their blockbusters, AMC decided to remain closed until these new films are released. Now — months into the closures — AMC shares the toll the shut downs have taken on their company.
Disney World began a phased reopening with Disney Springs on May 20th and plans to reopen their theme parks beginning July 11th.
Beach Club Resort
Although Disney initially announced that their hotels would reopen alongside the theme parks, they later changed the wording on their website. As of now, only Disney World’s Disney Vacation Club properties and Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort are scheduled to reopen on June 22nd.
But now we might have a hint about which resorts and restaurants could be included in the next phase of reopening.
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Have you been missing some delicious Ample Hills Creamery ice cream from Disney’s BoardWalk (and soon to be Disney Springs)?
Mickey Mouse Club Ear Bowl
We can almost taste the Sally Sells Seashells, Chocolate Milk and Cookies, and Ooey Gooey Butter Cake just thinking about it! Well we have some great news for you Ample Hills Ice Cream fans!
We’re LIVE from the Passholder preview at Universal Orlando Resort!
Universal Orlando Resort
We’re taking you with us as we tour all the sights and thrills Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. So far things have looked a little different than we remember — with temperature checks, masks, and other safety protocols in place — but now we’re checking out the RIDES!
It’s been a hot second since we stepped foot inside a theme park!
Universal Studios Resort
Disney World closed back in March and is slated to open next month. But today, we were granted a super sneak-peek into Universal Orlando’s theme parks (which don’t officially open to the public until June 5th)! Wands [and masks] at the ready? Let’s take a look!
Disney World and Disneyland have been closed since March, but attractions over on the east coast have been slowly opening up to guests again.
Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle
Universal Orlando plans to open its theme parks this week and Disney World will follow next month. Earlier today, we learned that Disneyland Resort is now only accepting reservations beginning July 15th. But according to recent reports, Universal Studios Hollywood is already considering opening the theme parks in July.
Disney Springs started Disney World’s phased reopening on May 20th by opening select third-party shopping and dining experiences.
Disney Springs
Disney-owned locations like World of Disney and Marketplace Co-Op joined in on May 27th. Disney Springs has been open from 10AM to 10PM, but this schedule just got an update.
Lamplight Lounge at Disney California Adventure’s Pixar Pier brings the flavors of childhood together with the class and elegance of adulthood (yes, you’re classy). 😉
Views of Pixar Pier from Lamplight Lounge
And now you can make one of these recipes in your own kitchen!
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