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Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video covering all the latest Disney news!
A new show is opening here soon!
We’ve got more meet-and-greet reopening dates, a new restaurant is coming to Disney Springs, new show announcements, Genie+ changes, and MORE!
We’ve seen a TON of new Disney merchandise recently!
Treasures of Xandar
With dozens of new items released for the opening of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and the endless flow of new 50th Anniversary products, it seems like there are new things to shop for in the Disney World parks every single day! But if you can’t make it to the parks soon, don’t despair — many of those same merch items are available online, and today we’re sharing a roundup of the newest things to hit shopDisney!
Hey, you! Yes, you! Are you looking for a recap of the latest and greatest Disney news? Want to make sure you can show off to your friends with the latest Disney knowledge? Planning a trip and worried you’ll miss something that could change your plans? We’ve got you covered!
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Each week, we take a look at the biggest Disney news stories and share those with you, so you can be prepared for the trips coming in your future. This week was a big one! We got a Genie+ CHANGE that could impact your trip plans, news about a brand new restaurant, and more! So let’s dive into the biggest stories right here.
Blending the physical and digital worlds in one environment is what the metaverse is all about, and it seems Disney is ALL about the metaverse these days.
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We’ve talked in the past about what a Disney theme park metaverse is and why you should care, Disney CEO Bob Chapek’s comments on the metaverse, and the new executive appointed to oversee Disney’s metaverse. But now we’ve got ANOTHER metaverse update to share!
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.
If you’re heading to Disney World and wondering just what the COVID-19 situation is like in Orlando right now, we’ve got an update.
COVID-19 Health and Safety Sign
We’ve shared updates over the past several weeks and months when it comes to COVID-19 hospitalizations in Florida, the potential for a COVID-19 summer surge, and the latest on the BA.2.12.1 variant. But now we’ve got another update specific to the areas within which Disney World is located.
Disney has gone all out for Pride Month this year.
Pride Month in Disney Springs
There are numerous ways to celebrate in Disney World AND Disneyland, including loads of pride merchandise AND food. We even now have dates for Gay Days in Disney World. But what will you wear to celebrate Pride the Disney way? Well, you might want to start with the brand new pair of Minnie ears Disney just dropped online!
Disney World and Disneyland both have incredible theming that helps makes the parks feel as magical as they do.
50th Anniversary on Cinderella Castle
We’ve seen many partnerships happen between Disney and many companies over the years. Most recently Disney partnered with WeatherFlow-Tempest, which may change the way the weather is handled in the parks, and Disney’s also had long-running partnerships with Pandora Jewelry and Coca-Cola. Now, Disney has partnered with PPG — a paint company!
A new month means many new things are on their way into Disney Springs!
Which flavors are you excited to try?
We see menu changes and new experiences come to Disney Springs pretty often. But there are some spots, like Gideon’s Bakehouse, Sprinkles, and, of course, Salt & Straw, that like to debut something new for each new month. Since it’s the start of June, the popular ice cream shop has debuted its new flavors!
No matter what time of year it is, Disney is always celebrating something!
Goofy and Max!
It’s officially June, which means all sorts of Pride Month treats are popping up throughout the parks, and we’ve already seen some July 4th merchandise arrive too. Father’s Day is quickly approaching, and we’ve gathered some gifts that just might be perfect for the dad who has everything!
So many things have been happening in the theme park world lately!
Universal Studios Hollywood
At Disney World, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind just opened and we’ve seen some BIG progress on TRON. We’ve also been keeping an eye on the construction over at Universal’s Epic Universe theme park, which will be opening up in a few years. But, another Universal resort is getting something new and exciting WAY sooner — and we just found out WHEN it’s happening!
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