food IS a theme park
Disney World never ceases to surprise us, and that’s all part of the fun, right?
Can you get more classic than a Mickey Pretzel?
EPCOT’s newest restaurant unexpectedly opened and some major construction walls came down, and Disney also updated their mask policy. Find out all the surprising and unexpected news from Disney World right here!
The face mask policies have changed several times in Disney World over the past couple of years, and now, they have changed once again.
Previous Disney World mask signage
When Disney World first reopened in July of 2020, face masks were required almost everywhere. That later changed to face masks becoming optional outside, and then again becoming optional almost everywhere for vaccinated guests. The only place that has kept mask requirements in place for everyone (ages 2 and older) was on enclosed transportation like the Monorail. But, that has now changed.
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.
Disney World has seen a lot of things change over the past couple of years due to the ongoing global pandemic.
Cast Member reminding guests of the rules — August, 2021
Requirements in the parks have changed several times with relation to things like temperature screenings, physical distancing, and face masks. Many things have been returning to how they were before Disney World shut down due to COVID-19, and now, another major requirement is changing.
If you’re paying big bucks for a Disney World vacation, then you’re probably going to want all the perks you can get!
There are so many cool perks at Disney World!
Disney World is home to some great perks, whether you’re staying onsite or just visiting for the day. Today, we’re breaking down some of the perks that the resort is known for and discussing their status — are they still available right now?
When planning your next Disney World vacation, one of the first decisions you’ll likely make is where your family will spend each night! Picking the right hotel can be a daunting task since there are so many options, so the first factor you’ll probably consider is what you can afford when choosing to stay on Disney World property. Disney breaks its hotels up into three major categories based on price: Value, Moderate, and Deluxe.
Grand Floridian Lobby
Today, we’re going to weigh the pros and cons for staying at Disney World’s Deluxe Resort hotels. You can see our pros and cons for Value resorts here and for Moderate resorts here! Deluxe hotels offer top-tier amenities for top-tier prices. They also offer perks such as awesome pools, top-rated dining, and easy access to the parks. But is it worth the cost?
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.
Changes can happen virtually overnight in Disney World; guidelines, attractions, and even decorations can change in the blink of an eye! Sometimes, a MAJOR change can take months to work out, but in many cases, guests are expected to adapt immediately. It can be tricky to keep up!
We LOVE the Monorail!
Speaking of changes, Disney recently updated its health and safety guidelines (again), making face masks optional both indoors and outdoors for vaccinated guests. There is still one instance where face masks are required, but Disney’s got you covered (literally) if you forget!
You might not want to hear it, but Disney World is lying to you. 😱
Their Nose is Going to GROW Like Pinocchio’s!
They’re not doing it explicitly, but there are definitely some implied “facts” that Disney wants you to believe. You don’t have to believe them though, and knowing the truth could actually save you some money (or maybe prevent a little heartache). That’s why we’re exposing a few of the biggest lies now! [Read more…]
So apparently Disney World is really popular and a lot of people want to go? Who knew.
Uh…
There used to be such a thing as a “slow season” in Walt Disney World, and we would normally see that around this time of year. After the holidays, attendance normally dips, but that hasn’t really been the case this year. We’ve seen some huge crowds at the parks lately, and Disney even commented on the current theme park capacity. We spotted some more huge crowds today at the Transportation and Ticket Center this morning.
Consider this — you finally get to Disneyland Resort only to discover that your favorite ride is closed for refurbishment! 😲
Sleeping Beauty Castle
Rides do need maintenance and care, though, so it happens more often than you might think. But it’s a real bummer if you had your heart set on a certain attraction and don’t realize it’s closed until you get there. That’s why we’re here — we’re going to do our best to keep you updated on ride closures and refurbishments.
The rides and attractions at our favorite Disney parks have to occasionally close for a period of time due to routine maintenance. Right now, for example, we’re experiencing a rather lengthy downtime of Expedition Everest over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom!
Sleeping Beauty Castle
At the Disneyland Resort, we’ve noticed that one Tomorrowland attraction (which also happens to double as one nifty mode of transportation around the resort) appears to be preparing for a temporary closure!
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