food IS a theme park
If you’re like us, you’ve always dreamed of living in your own castle — we’ll have to blame Disney for our super-high standards.
We’d live here if we could!
Unfortunately Cinderella Castle is not for sale (insert sad sigh here), but there’s now a chance to channel your inner Disney princess by owning a castle nearby!
UPDATE: As of October 12th, the Orlando Utilities Commission has indicated that the reduction in water usage was effective and customers can return to their normal water usage. But, the OUC has continued to note that residents should be mindful of conservation practices.
The situation with COVID-19 has continued to change and develop over the past several months.
Disney World Health and Safety Signage | Prior to Recent Mask and Distancing Changes
We’ve been keeping an eye out for updates on mask guidance, COVID-19 case rates in Florida, and more. And now we’ve got an update about COVID-19 and potential impacts the treatment of those with COVID-19 may have on the water supply in Orlando.
Tourism is a HUGE part of Florida’s economy.
Orlando International Airport Spring Break Crowds
From miles of beaches to several theme parks, the state brings in a ton of people for vacations. The global pandemic had a big impact on tourism in Florida last year, but since then, numbers have started to recover. And now, Florida tourism is WAY up compared to last year.
It’s hurricane season right now, so if you’re heading to Disney World that’s something you’ll want to keep in mind.
Rainy Day in the Magic Kingdom
We’ve been keeping an eye out for updates about Tropical Depression Fred, and sharing our tips on how to prepare for the 2021 hurricane season at Disney World. And now we’ve got an update on a potential storm that may be heading to Florida soon, following Tropical Depression Fred.
The situation with COVID-19 develops, and rules regarding masks, vaccines, and more continue to change.
Health and Safety Signage at Disneyland
We’ve shared details about a law that was passed in Florida banning businesses from requiring guests to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination in order to serve them. But, now we’ve got a development on how that situation may be changing when it comes to cruises.
Fish and chips are such an iconic dish that they’ve even inspired a pair of Minnie Ears in Disney World!
Fish and Chips Minnie Ears
While we’ve often enjoyed fish and chips at Yorkshire County Fish Shop in EPCOT’s United Kingdom pavilion, one iconic celebrity chef is now giving Orlando residents and tourists an opportunity to eat even more of this classic dish outside the parks!
In Florida, COVID cases have been on the rise.
Health & Safety Signage at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
After the CDC recommended masks be worn indoors in high-risk areas, Disney World changed its mask policy amid the surge of COVID cases in Central Florida. Now, health officials continue to watch Florida COVID-19 cases rise by a large percentage.
As COVID-19 continues to be a global issue, infection rates have risen and fallen due to vaccines, variants, and other factors.
©Orange County, Florida
Central Florida has recently gone into a “crisis mode“, and Orange County, Florida (where Disney World is located) is under a state of emergency. Today, we have some news about Florida’s infection rates.
Face masks are back once again in Walt Disney World.
Face mask
The change comes after the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention announced new mask recommendations and Orange County, Florida (where most of Disney World is located) declared a State of Emergency earlier this week. Disney World announced Wednesday that face masks would be required for ALL individuals when indoors, including when entering and throughout all attractions, starting today. We’re at the parks to take a first look at the mask policy in action.
Due to a rise in COVID-19 case numbers, Orange County, Florida is now under a state of emergency.
Health and Safety Reminders Sign
At this time, government officials are encouraging everyone to get vaccinated and recommending mask-wearing indoors once again. Now, it seems that these updated mask rules will affect Central Florida theme parks soon.
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