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We Asked Our Readers: “Should Disney World Give out Free Masks for Guests?” Here’s What They Said.

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Disney World is taking its first step towards resuming operations, with the phased reopening of Disney Springs starting on May 20th. The Disney Springs reopening plan includes several health and safety measures, one of which is required face coverings for both guests and Cast Members.

Cinderella Castle

And since masks are mandatory, we wanted to know if our readers think Disney should provide them for guests.

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Orange County Florida Mayor Predicts Major Theme Parks Like Disney World Won’t Re-Open Until June or Later!

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It’s been a WEEK in theme park news, you guys!

Walt Disney World

While we took you with us to check out everything at the re-opening of Universal Orlando’s CityWalk, we also gave you all the details on the confirmed restaurants and stores that will be opening back up in Disney Springs.

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Breaking News CONFIRMED: These Disney-Owned Locations Will Open May 27th in Disney Springs!

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Disney Springs in Walt Disney World will begin a phased reopening on May 20th. While the initial reopening phase will involve restaurants and shops operated by third-party vendors, Disney has confirmed that select Disney-owned and operated locations will be reopening on Wednesday, May 27th.

World of Disney in Disney Springs

As a reminder, the Walt Disney World theme parks and Resort hotels remain closed until further notice. However, Disney has confirmed that the Disney-owned shops and restaurants reopening in Disney Springs on May 27th will include the following three locations: [Read more…]

DFB Video: Latest Disney News — Disney World Starts to Open in FOUR Days with New Safety Protocols Announced!

By Rachel Franko 1 Comment

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another DFB Video, and today we’re talking about ALL the Disney Parks news you need to know!

Chicken Guy!

Disney World starts to open in FOUR DAYS with the phased re-opening of Disney Springs. Although third-party locations will be greeting guests first, Disney-owned restaurants and stores will be following soon after. Universal Orlando’s CityWalk also opened, and we took you with us to look at ALL the new health and safety precautions (including temperature checks!).

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News! Earl of Sandwich Is Opening With Disney Springs on May 20th!

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Disney World is starting a phased reopening in Disney Springs on May 20th and we recently learned more about when Disney-owned shops and restaurants will join in.

Earl of Sandwich

We’ve been keeping you updated with all the stores and restaurants scheduled to open May 20th, and we just learned about one more restaurant making the list!

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NEWS! UNIQLO Will Join the Shops That Are Reopening on May 20th in Disney Springs

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Disney Springs will begin a phased reopening on May 20th, and we are keeping readers informed of all the restaurants and shops that will reopen in Walt Disney World’s shopping and dining district starting next week.

UNIQLO

While Disney-owned locations will begin opening to guests later in the month, third-party vendors may choose to open as early as May 20th. A visit to the UNIQLO website reveals that hours have been posted for 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM for Wednesday, May 20th. [Read more…]

Three MORE Retail Locations Confirmed to Open on May 20 at Disney Springs

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We’ve been hearing of more and more retail locations that will take part in the initial reopening phase of Disney Springs, set to take place on May 20. This is in addition to the many restaurants and dining locations that are set to reopen next week as well.

Disney Springs

As we hear from more retail locations, we are updating our master list of retail locations opening on May 20, so be sure to check out that post!

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News! Chicken Guy In Disney Springs Will Reopen on May 20th

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Disney World recently announced they would begin a phased reopening of select stores and restaurants in Disney Springs on May 20th. As we learn more about what offerings will be available to guests, we’re also starting to learn more about the health measurements that will be in place.

Chicken Guy!

So far, Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea Company, The Polite Pig, YeSake, Wine Bar George, and others plan to re-open May 20th, but we just found out about another restaurant to add to our master list.

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NEWS: Florida Governor Extends Phase One Reopening to Two Previously Closed Counties

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Much of Florida has been in Phase One of the reopening of the state’s economy as of May 4th. However, when Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida would begin reopening — which includes businesses such as retail stores and restaurants — three counties that have been most impacted by the current health situation were excluded from the reopening.

Florida-themed Orange Bird Mural in Disney Springs

These three counties were Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties. However, at a press conference today Governor DeSantis has announced that Miami-Dade and Broward can now join the rest of the state in Phase One. [Read more…]

News! American Threads Will Open at Disney Springs on May 20th

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We’ve been working hard compiling a list of all the Disney Springs restaurants that will be reopening with the complex on May 20th.

Now, we’re starting to hear from third-party Disney retailers who will be opening that day as well. American Threads, a stylish boutique with a fun, free-spirited style will be opening on May 20th. Here’s what we know about the health measures they’ll be taking!

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