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We’re back with news from Disney’s Animal Kingdom!
Tree of Life
This week a specialty sundae has been taken off the menu, and one quick service restaurant has made some construction progress! Take a look at what’s new in Animal Kingdom right here.
Are there Mickey waffles in space? What do fireworks look like from a starcruiser? Do I really have to participate in all of the antics with the characters? Why is the blue shrimp BLUE?! You’ve got space questions, we’ve got answers!
Star Wars Hotel
We initially got the chance to hop aboard the Star Wars Hotel (Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser) as part of a special media preview event. We then revisited the hotel during its inaugural sailing on March 1st. So basically we’ve become space EXPERTS. Considering the high price tag that comes with the experience, we know you’ve probably got a lot questions that you want the answers to before you decide whether or not to take the leap and pay to stay in space. We’re sharing the answers to those questions right here!
Did your favorite Marvel show disappear from Netflix recently? You’re not alone. But Disney has announced that several Marvel shows are coming to Disney+ soon, and they’re bringing some BIG updates to the streaming service with them!
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Certain Marvel TV series were part of a contract that prevented any of them from appearing on a non-Netflix streaming service for at least 2 years after the shows’ cancelations. With the end of that contract, some of these series will be making the move over to Disney+. But how will the family-friendly streaming service handle the more violent or mature shows? We just found an answer.
We’re going to infinity and beyo…oh wait wrong space movie. Let’s try that again — for the first time EVER, guests visiting Disney World can travel to a galaxy far, far away for a 2-night immersive experience onboard the ✨fanciest✨ starcruiser there is!
Galactic Starcruiser
That’s right, we’re talking about Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser! This first-of-its-kind hotel plops guests directly into the middle of a conflict between the First Order and the Resistance where they get to choose their allegiance in the 2-night part escape game, part murder mystery-style experience. But, if you’re not in the camp that LOVES Star Wars, will you find yourself regretting every single cent that you spent to stay there? Probably no, but maybe yes. Let’s explain.
Can a bakery count as an attraction? Around here, we frequent Gideon’s Bakehouse so often that we have our routine down to a science. We even rope drop this little shop in Disney Springs — it’s basically treated with as much importance as some of the most popular rides in Disney World!
Gideon’s Bakehouse
If you’ve ever tried a Gideon’s Bakehouse cookie, you might understand our obsession. Between the monthly cookie releases, hot cookie hour, and secret menu items, there are often new treats to try! Now that it’s March, it’s time for a seasonal cookie at Gideon’s Bakehouse. Let’s find out about this month’s theme!
If you’ve felt a void in your heart from the end of the 2022 EPCOT Festival of the Arts, do not fear. The EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival will be starting soon!
Time for the Flower and Garden Festival!
During the Festival, there will be lots of snacks to try, topiaries to take selfies with, and entertainment to enjoy. Preparations are already well underway for the Festival’s start and recently we spotted some signs and menus for an activity and food items that you won’t want to miss. But this year they’ll cost you a little bit MORE than before.
To ensure we are equipping our readers with all the information they need, we will continue to report on all travel, safety, and COVID-related news that could impact a Disney Parks visit.
The Disney parks are continually updating health and safety regulations in order to comply with the latest guidance from health officials. Sometimes those updates are small changes (like adjusting signage in the parks) and sometimes they’re much bigger, like the change that’s happening right now at an international Disney park.
Face mask signage in Disney World
Disneyland Paris is making big changes when it comes to the face mask policy in the parks. For a while now, all guests have been required to wear face masks (at least in certain areas), but that’s about to change. [Read more…]
Disney’s Star Wars Hotel is officially open and we KNOW you’ve got questions. How’s that blue shrimp taste? Am I really stuck in space for 48 hours? Do I need to dress to the galactic nines on board?
The Halcyon Atrium
And what are you REALLY getting for that $6,000 price tag? Stick around because we’ve got answers.
Throughout the year, Disney World celebrates a WIDE variety of holidays…and this week you just might find some special offerings in time for Mardi Gras!
Loving this vibe
If you’re heading to Disney Springs soon, we found a sweet treat that you can snag for ONE DAY ONLY. So throw on your beads and let’s get this party started! [Read more…]
Disney is charging $5,000+ for two nights at their new Star Wars hotel. Can the experience possibly be worth it?
The Sublight Lounge
We’ve visited Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser both as guests of the media event and as paying guests on the inaugural sailing. Now, we’re using all of our expertise and research to answer the question everyone has been asking: Is Disney World’s Star Wars Hotel worth it?
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