food IS a theme park
Hello, DFB friends! We just visited Disney Springs!
Disney Springs
We tried some yummy marshmallows, looked at some new merchandise, and checked out the latest construction progress on projects at Disney Springs! So let’s get to the updates!
Wow! It’s wild to think about but Disney World’s 50th Anniversary is THIS YEAR.
Walt Disney World Gateway
In preparation for the big occasion, Disney has given Cinderella Castle a new look and is working on new attractions and restaurants for the parks. Another area that’s getting some TLC is the Walt Disney World entrance signs around the resort! Today, work on another one of the entrances got underway.
Last year, Disney announced that an M&M’s Store would be coming to Disney Springs.
©Disney
Um, yay! We’ll hardly ever say no to more candy options. Though the opening was delayed during the park closures, the store is expected to open this year. Now, after receiving a fresh layer of paint, the store got a pretty BIG addition.
Not every Disney World attraction is open 365 days a year! Some are scheduled to close for touch-ups or large construction projects.
Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island Construction
Some refurbishments are scheduled months in advance and others are in need of maintenance. It’s good practice to know what Disney World rides and shows are closed so you can plan ahead! Knowing beforehand allows you to create an itinerary based on what’s closed and what’s open in the theme parks! Let’s take a look at next week’s refurbishment schedule between January 18th through January 24th, 2021.
Listen, it’s no secret that we tend to listen to our sweet tooth.
M&M’s Store
Well, we’ve been hearing the call of the upcoming M&M’s Store since it was announced last year. Despite a delay in the opening, construction has moved forward. Today, the store has a whole new look!
Last year, Disney confirmed that Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and La Creperie de Paris will be opening in 2021 at EPCOT’s France pavilion.
Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Sign Lit Up
We’ve already seen the area that will house the ride and restaurant move along with its construction, we’ve gotten a peek at the inside of the attraction, and more. Today, it looks like we’re one step CLOSER to visiting this new area, as construction walls near Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure have come down!
Planning ahead can help you on your road to a stress-free vacation to Disney World!
Drained Rivers of America
Before heading to the theme parks, it’s helpful to know what attractions are closed. This will help you plan around the closures and ensure you’re not too disappointed when you arrive. We’re back with a refurbishment update to inform you of all the attractions that will be closed for refurb this week. Let’s take a look at the refurb schedule from January 11th through January 17th, 2021.
UPDATE: The Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover closure has been extended until January 30th, 2021.
Happy New Year, from the DFB team!
Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland
This month is bringing all sorts of updates to the theme parks. Park Hopping is making a comeback (in a totally new way) and the policies for free MagicBands and luggage tags are changing. As always, we want to keep you informed on all the major updates and how they might affect your trip. Those of you visiting Disney World next week will want to prepare by knowing what attractions are closed for refurbishment ahead of time. Let’s recap what rides will be closed between January 4th through January 10th, 2021! [Read more…]
In 2019, Disney announced a new expansion to Shanghai Disneyland that would be themed around the movie Zootopia!
Zootopia Plushes
This would be the first themed land in a Disney park created around the Oscar-winning film. We’ve been getting construction updates along the way, and today, the project reached a major milestone!
The Christmas rush is almost over and we’re FINALLY heading into the New Year!
Liberty Belle Riverboat at Magic Kingdom
Say goodbye to 2020! (We won’t miss you. Like at all.) You might be welcoming 2021 at Disney World this week. It could get busy as the remaining holiday crowds linger to ring in the New Year. We’re here to help you plan with our weekly refurbishment updates! Let’s recap with everything that’s closed for refurbishment between December 28th through January 3rd, 2021!
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