food IS a theme park
Remember the middle of Future World in EPCOT?
Spaceship Earth
With all the construction barriers in the area, it’s been a looooong time since we’ve been able to stroll through. Now though, we’ve got a new update on what’s going on BEHIND the barriers!
Disney World turns 50 years old this year!
Cinderella Castle
That’s a pretty momentous occasion and we’ve seen Magic Kingdom undergo some touch-ups in preparation. The BIGGEST is the new paint job on Cinderella Castle, but the castle isn’t the ONLY spot getting some TLC.
Disney can make even working out better — right?
runDisney Merchandise Display
Fans of runDisney certainly think so! Even with Disney races being held virtually over the past year, that hasn’t stopped runDisney from sharing all of the ways that you can stay active at home. Right now, Disney is even removing every excuse and giving us a workout to do while we watch a Disney movie!
Things are constantly changing and the situation is still developing with regards to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Flight from Orlando
Recently, we heard that the more contagious U.K. Variant was found in Orange County, Florida, we’ve shared about the new requirement for masks on flights and other forms of transportation, and we took a look at the new COVID-19 testing requirement that the U.S. might impose for domestic air travel. Now, it appears more COVID-19-related restrictions are under consideration, including potentially restrictions on domestic travel.
Many dream of saying “I do” in Disney World.
Bridge to the Wedding Pavilion
In fact, we spotted a wedding in Disney just a few days ago! But while it can give you an excuse to wear some pretty cool bride ears, planning a Disney wedding can be hard work. One of the many tough choices is figuring out where to have your ceremony! Luckily, Disney Weddings has announced a new venues on property where you can tie the knot.
The Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is still going on, but some pieces for the Flower & Garden Festival have already started to appear in the park!
Butterfly Topiaries
So far, we’ve already seen some beautiful Butterfly Topiaries arrive, and now one of the Festival’s BRAND NEW gardens for this year has appeared. Get in your (virtual) time machines because this garden is taking us back to prehistoric times!
Watching a character cavalcade is fun on its own, but it’s truly something special when you lock eyes with your favorite Disney friend and they shout a funny phrase out to you or just give you a personal wave.
Cavalcade
But you know what’s even better? Seeing Disney characters interact with one another! Whether it’s just a quick word from an evil villain directed at a character from a totally different movie, or something else, these are some EPIC crossovers we can totally get behind. And today we saw not 1, not 2, but 3 different characters interact with a bear you might just recognize from a classic Disney attraction. What would happen if a Country Bear crossed paths with Gaston? Today, we found out!
Disney has got some SERIOUSLY cool experiences planned for the future.
©Disney via IAAPA Expo 2020 Presentation
A few that we’re SUPER excited about are EPCOT’s space-themed restaurant, Space 220, and the Star Wars hotel, Galactic Starcruiser. Both of these locations will make guests feel as if they’re in space, complete with windows that look out into the expanse. But HOW will those windows work?! Disney just filed a document that explains it ALL.
We’ve tried lots of Valentine’s Day treats this year!
Princess Tiana in Magic Kingdom
But after tasking cookies, cupcakes, and cakes, you may be in the mood to do some baking yourself! And in that case, we have a princess-inspired recipe for you to try just in time for Valentine’s Day.
As part of Black History Month, Disney is inviting everyone to Celebrate Soulfully!
Disney Springs
At Disney Springs, there are special petit cakes inspired by Soul and The Princess and the Frog as well as special merchandise from Black creators and unique murals inspired by Soul. And now there’s something NEW! Ever dreamed of becoming a musician and starring in your own concert? Well, now you can (virtually)!
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