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As Entertainment Producer Vin Reilly stood in Town Square, welcoming guests back to Disneyland park the day we reopened, she couldn’t help but think about how her grandfather and parents must have felt as original cast members on the park’s original opening day 66 years ago, on July 17, 1955. “When we opened this year, […]http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/fcY2ptw7cY0View the full article

Disney Cruise Line will resume sailing from Port Canaveral on August 9, the company confirmed Friday. View the full article By TIFFINI THEISEN ORLANDO SENTINEL | JUL 23, 2021 AT 11:24 AM The Disney Dream departs Port Canaveral, Monday, March 9, 2020. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel) Disney Cruise Line will resume sailing from Port Canaveral on August 9, the company confirmed Friday. “The Disney Dream will kick off our long-awaited return to cruising with three- and four-night cruises” from the port, Disney Parks said in a blog post. The Bahamas cruises had already been listed on the company’s website, but Friday’s announcement confirms they are a go from the Central Florida port. The ship took Disney employees to the line’s private island Castaway Cay over the weekend. The 300 or so volunteer workers and their guests sailed for free on the “test cruise” as part of requirements for a conditional sailing certificate from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It was the first cruise activity out of Port Canaveral since March of 2020 when cruising was shut down due to COVID-19. The cruise line encourages, but is not requiring, passengers to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Unless guests show proof of vaccination, however, a negative COVID-19 test is required both before leaving home and at the port. Details of the requirements are listed on DisneyCruise.com. Masks are required for everyone age 2 and up in most indoor public areas. The company has also reduced ship capacity to encourage social distancing and is touting other health measures, such as enhanced cleaning procedures. Pandemic restrictions on Florida-based cruise ships will remain in place after a federal appeals court temporarily blocked a previous ruling that sided with a Florida lawsuit challenging the regulations. The one-paragraph decision by a three-judge panel of the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals was filed at 11:50 p.m. Saturday, just minutes before a Tampa judge’s previous ruling on the CDC’s restrictions was set to take effect. The judges’ issuance of a temporary stay keeps the CDC regulations regarding Florida-based cruise ships in place while the CDC appeals the June decision by U.S. District Judge Steven Merryday. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Tiffini Theisen Orlando Sentinel

Disney Cruise Line has been running some staycation cruises in the UK and a test cruise sailing from Florida, but it has not resumed regular sailings from the US…yet! Time to Set Sail! Earlier today Disney Cruise Line announced that they will be sailing once again from the US with paying passengers starting in early August (just a few weeks away)! When sailings resume, things will be a little bit different and there will be additional requirements as part of Disney’s focus on health and safety. Some of those requirements relate to COVID-19 tests, and today we’re breaking down what you need to know. If you’re planning to go on a Disney Cruise when sailings resume in August, there are some important rules you need to know. Some of these rules relate to COVID-19 testing. Specifically, all Disney Cruise Line passengers for upcoming ships will have to meet some COVID-19 testing requirements before leaving home and on embarkation day. Let’s break them down here. Before Leaving Home Before you even step into the cruise line terminal, you’ll need to meet some COVID-19 testing requirements in order to sail. First, Disney notes that every guest in your travel party will have to create an account with Inspire Diagnostics. Disney Dream This is a third-party partner Disney Cruise Line is using for its COVID-19 testing and vaccination verification. Starting 33 days before your cruise, every guest has to log into Inspire Diagnostics’ Safe Passage site and create an account linked to their reservation. Parents and guardians will have to make accounts on behalf of any minors in their travel party. Disney Cruise Line Next, the requirements vary depending on whether a guest is fully vaccinated or not. Guests who are fully vaccinated can voluntarily provide proof of vaccination. If a guest is fully vaccinated and voluntarily provides this proof, they will be exempt from the pre-arrival and embarkation day COVID-19 testing requirements (unless they’re arriving from outside of the US). Note that a person is considered to be fully vaccinated 14 days after receiving the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. If a guest is fully vaccinated and wants to voluntarily provide proof, they can visit the Safe Passage website up to 33 days before their cruise and upload an image showing proof of their vaccination (preferably a vaccination card). It’s also recommended that the guest bring that proof of vaccination to the port for embarkation day. You can see Disney’s full details below. ©Disney If a guest is not fully vaccinated or chooses not to voluntarily provide proof of vaccination, then the guest will be required to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test. That test must have been taken between 5 days and 24 hours before the sail date. The guest can get testing from any independent testing provider or even purchase a PCR testing kit from Inspire Diagnostics for $98.33 per test. The information from these tests must then be properly sent or uploaded to the Inspire Diagnostics system an appropriate time before the sail date. You can see more information from Disney regarding these tests below. ©Disney Disney notes that guests with a positive COVID-19 test result, along with everyone in their travel party, will be denied boarding. Guests may also be denied boarding if Inspire Diagnostics doesn’t receive the required documentation or test results needed to sail. ©Disney Again, Disney notes that guests should bring copies of their negative test rules (and/or proof of vaccination) to embarkation day. Embarkation Day Alright, so you’ve submitted your proof of vaccination or proof of negative COVID-19 test BEFORE you even leave your home. What’s next? Well, then there are specific COVID-19 testing/vaccination requirements on embarkation day. First, we do want to note something very important — the Disney Cruise Line website notes that requirements can change. So, guests are directed to check back 24 hours prior to their sail date for the latest information. Always Be on the Lookout for Updates In terms of the embarkation day requirements, Disney notes that guests will be required to undergo a rapid PCR COVID-19 test administered by Inspire Diagnostics at the terminal before they can board. This test will cost $65 and the cost will be charged to the folio of all guests ages 12 and older. Guests who have a positive COVID-19 test at this point (as well as everyone in their travel party) will be denied boarding. It’s Important to Know All the Requirements Guests who are fully vaccinated may voluntarily provide proof of vaccination during embarkation day instead of undergoing the COVID-19 embarkation testing. If you will be voluntarily providing proof of vaccination, be sure to bring the documents that can prove your vaccination status. Overall So again, there is a COVID-19 testing requirement before you leave your home and another on embarkation day. Guests who are fully vaccinated can provide proof of vaccination voluntarily to exempt themselves from these testing requirements (with some exceptions). Note that there are other health and safety requirements you’ll need to look at for the upcoming Disney Cruises including travel insurance requirements, mask rules, and more. We’ll continue to look for more updates regarding Disney Cruise Line and we’ll share those all with you. Click here to see what’s going on with Disney Cruise Line and their plan to establish a new year-round port. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be setting sail with Disney Cruise Line soon? Tell us in the comments! 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Our Disney College Program participants have officially returned to Walt Disney World Resort and we couldn’t be more thrilled! In a previous #DisneyCastLife spotlight, we talked to several students on their program to get their thoughts on the return. Now, we are shifting gears to go behind the scenes to meet one of the many exceptional recruiters […]http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/C80VomE3rO8View the full article

The Disney College Program has offered many college students the opportunity to be a part of a unique experience and diverse community since 1981 and has exponentially grown in popularity over the years. With thousands of participants bringing such special talents and skills to The Walt Disney Company, we are thrilled to welcome back the Disney College Program. This past […]http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/GxZNDvvvcj4View the full article

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has officially reopened! And one of the most popular bars at Disney World, Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto, has reopened with it. Let us in!! But getting into Trader Sam’s can be a little difficult. When we first visited upon reopening, we had to sign up to get into a virtual line, and we’ve even seen the virtual queue fill up fast. Here’s the thing: Trader Sam’s doesn’t accept reservations (unlike Disney World’s other super-popular bar Oga’s Cantina). The ONLY way to get into Trader Sam’s right now is to wait in line. And with the virtual line filling up quickly, how can you manage to get in? Well, we’ve put together some tips that will hopefully help you step through those coveted doors. When to Go Knowing WHEN to go to Trader Sam’s is half the battle. Currently, the location is open from 3PM to midnight. But the bar is only open to guests 21 and older after 8PM. So if you have young ‘uns in your party, keep that in mind. Also, keep in mind that operating hours can change, so you’ll want to check the current hours as you get closer to your trip. During our most recent visit to Trader Sam’s, the virtual line opened around 2:30PM. So, if getting into this spot is a top priority for you, you’ll probably want to arrive at the Polynesian a little bit before that to make sure you can get on the list. More on that in a second. With these awesome Cast Members, who could blame all those people for wanting to get in here?! Even if you don’t want drinks until later in the day, you’ll probably want to get there pretty early. Also, keep in mind that the weekends will likely be when this spot will be at its busiest. If you can, try to visit Trader Sam’s on a weekday to avoid some of the crowds. Click Here to See Photos From the Polynesian’s Official Reopening! Keep Your Party Small Yes, it’s fun to get a big group of people together for drinks, but when it comes to Trader Sam’s, you’ll probably want to do that. Keeping your party relatively small could potentially get you seated easier simply because of the size of this spot. Don’t bring all your friends There isn’t a lot of space inside Trader Sam’s — it can only seat so many guests. So if you have fewer guests in your party, you may be able to get a table a little bit easier. Check Out the 3 SECRET Drinks at Trader Sam’s in Disney World! Prepare to Stand in Line to get in Line Okay, that might sound confusing, but here’s what we mean. In order to get into Trader Sam’s you’ll have to stand in physical line to sign up for the virtual queue. When you arrive, look for the physical line at the check-in desk for this spot. You’ll need to stand in that to ultimately speak with the Cast Member who will get your name on the virtual waiting list. This is the line to get INTO the virtual line! When we visited the Polynesian during Trader Sam’s opening week, the Cast Member told us that guests had started to line up just to join the virtual queue starting at 12:30-1PM. But, the Cast Member was not actually coming outside to place guests into the virtual queue until 2:30PM. Of course, some of this high demand for Trader Sam’s could be due to the fact that the spot just recently reopened. We’re BACK at the Polynesian! But, this is usually a pretty popular spot, and it doesn’t have a lot of seating, so arriving early is likely your best strategy. Again, if getting in is your #1 priority, consider arriving early and keeping an eye on the area near Trader Sam’s around 12:30-1PM to see if/when guests start to line up to eventually join the virtual queue. If you see other people starting to hop in line, you might want to join the physical line too. Check Out ANOTHER Place to Grab a Snack at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! Getting on the Virtual Waitlist & Plan to Spend Some Time Waiting When you reach the check-in desk, you will give the Cast Member there your name, email, and phone number. They will put you in the virtual queue and you’ll receive a confirmation text. You’ll later receive a text when your table is ready. But it could be a while before your table is ready. When we visited one day around 4:45PM, the virtual waitlist was at about a 2 hour wait. A Cast Member will sign you up for the virtual queue So, you’ll want to plan what to do to keep yourself entertained while you wait for your table to be ready. You could do some shopping at the Polynesian’s gift shops, explore some of the hotel and the beach area, grab a snack (maybe some chocolate-covered bacon?), or just take a seat somewhere, put up your feet, and relax! Just prepare yourself and your group for a bit of wait. Click Here to See a Full Tour of the Moana Rooms at Disney’s Polynesian Resort! Show Up When It’s Your Turn When you get the text stating that your table is ready, proceed directly back to the check-in desk at Trader Sam’s and check in with the Cast Member there. They’ll then get you inside Trader Sam’s and lead you to a table. And you’re in! You don’t want to wait too long after receiving that text to make your way to Trader Sam’s. Since there will likely be a long list of other guests waiting in line for their spot, you’ll want to make sure you get a seat when it’s your turn. Click Here to See More About Trader Sam’s Virtual Line! Give Up and Go Somewhere Else If you don’t want to wait a (potentially) long time to get into Trader Sam’s or the virtual queue reaches capacity before you’re able to join it, don’t panic! You’re at the Poly and thankfully there are lots of other places to check out. If you want to go somewhere with the exact same food and drinks as Trader Sam’s, look no further than Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace! Plenty of outdoors seats with lots of shade! Sure, Tiki Terrace is missing in the fun Cast Member antics and the intense theming of Trader Sam’s. But, there’s generally some live entertainment to enjoy (see if it’s available during your trip), the wait time here is usually minimal, and you can generally still grab the same tasty drinks and treats as the menu inside! And if all else fails you can potentially take a walk over to the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa or head to one of the many other fantastic bars/lounges around Disney World! Click Here to See More Photos of Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace! So there you have it — those are some tips to hopefully help you get into one of the most popular bars at Disney World. So good luck, and CHEERS! Does Trader Sam’s Still Live Up To The Hype in Disney World? Find Out Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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It’s been a joyous past month of Food & Beverage reopenings across Walt Disney World Resort. From hot dogs to Mickey waffles, fine dining to quick-service, cast members have returned and are ready to make magic for guests. Today, we are proud to share and celebrate the cast smiles from seven different locations. These milestones […]http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/tvjPP0WU9FgView the full article

As the days go by, more and more changes have been made in Disney World. Little Mermaid Attraction Area Recently, Trail’s End Restaurant, Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto, and Kona Island reopened. Soon the Beauty and the Beast Stage Show, Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor, and Turtle Talk with Crush will also reopen. And now it’s time to add another Magic Kingdom snack spot to that reopening list! Have you ever stopped by Prince Eric’s Village Market in the New Fantasyland area in Magic Kingdom? Well, you might get the chance to do so soon! While Prince Eric’s Village Market doesn’t show any available times for today or this weekend… ©Disney …it does show available times on Monday, July 26th! So, it seems this spot could be reopening then! ©Disney And just what will be on the menu? Well, the online menu for Prince Eric’s Village Market shows a few classic snacks — turkey legs, jumbo pretzels, and more will be available. But, it also lists some NEW exciting beverage options — one of which we’ve been waiting to try for a WHILE! ©Disney Specifically, the Mermaid Slushy is something we’ve actually been waiting to try for a since LAST February! Last year, this slush was announced for Prince Eric’s, and we cannot wait to grab one for ourselves once it finally arrives! The slushy features a frozen blue raspberry and frozen green apple slushy topped with whipped cream and a mermaid tail. ©Disney Will we be happy to make this new slush part of our world? We cannot wait to find out. Also, while we’ve seen frozen drinks at this spot before, the Frozen Apple Slushy on its own also appears to be new to this spot (although you used to be able to add Green Apple flavored syrup to some of the drinks here). Be sure to stay tuned for more updates about this spot and other news from places all over Disney World. Click here to see our review of one Disney World restaurant that’s got a STRONG brunch game. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you try the Mermaid Slushy? Tell us in the comments! The post We Seriously Thought This New Magic Kingdom Treat Would Never Arrive! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The situation with COVID-19 has continued to change and develop over the past year, months, weeks, and even days. Disney Mask We’ve shared updates about the COVID-19 numbers in Florida and updates on Disney World’s mask rules to make sure you’re best prepared for your trips. One thing you’ve likely heard a lot about over the past few weeks is the Delta variant. What is the Delta variant? How could it impact your trip to Disney World? We’re breaking down the information you need to know here. Before We Begin Our name is “Disney Food Blog” and this is very clearly not a food-related article, so why are we sharing it? While the food at Disney World may be your FAVORITE part of the entire experience (hey, we’re right there with ya!), we know that a lot of factors play into your Disney trips. That’s why we share news with you about things like rental car costs, airfare prices, and Airbnb costs. And it’s why we’ve been sharing news with you about COVID-19 and COVID-19 vaccines. We know that these can be really important issues, particularly as COVID-19 has had a BIG impact on the Disney parks in the past and could have an impact on it again in the future. Health and Safety Signage at Disneyland We want to make sure that we provide you with all of the latest information that could potentially impact your trip to help you feel extremely prepared for your vacation. And, in this day and age, one thing that could greatly impact travel, theme parks, and other places where you’re in contact with others is COVID-19 (and its variants). So, that’s why we’re sharing this today. We hope you find it helpful for your future trip planning. What is the Delta Variant? Let’s start with what the Delta variant is. The Delta variant is a variant of the COVID-19 virus. Essentially, as the World Health Organization shares, viruses change over time. So, this is a variant or changed form of the virus. Disney World Health and Safety Signage | Prior to Recent Mask and Distancing Changes The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”) identifies COVID-19 variants either as ones of “interest,” “concern,” or “high consequence.” At the moment, the Delta variant is a variant of “concern.” What does that mean? Well, a variant of concern is defined as one where there is evidence of an “increase in transmissibility, more severe disease, significant reduction in neutralization by antibodies generated during previous infection or vaccination, reduced effectiveness of treatments or vaccines, or diagnostic detection failures.” Previous health and safety signs at Hollywood Studios All this boils down to this: variants have the potential to undo a lot of the progress the world has done to contain the virus. It could lower the effectiveness of the vaccine and potentially cause a serious threat. When it comes to the Delta variant specifically, the CDC has noted that the following are attributes of the variant: It has increased transmissibility (meaning it’s easy to spread) There is a potential reduction in neutralization by some EUA monoclonal antibody treatments There is a potential reduction in neutralization by post-vaccination sera (meaning it could potentially not be stopped by the vaccines) That’s a whole lot of complicated words, so let’s break it down and see what you really need to know about this variant. What Do You Need to Know About the Delta Variant? There are a few big things you need to know about the Delta variant. 1 — It’s Highly Transmissible As the CDC notes, one of the specific attributes of the Delta variant is that it has increased transmissibility. In fact, CNN notes that Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the director-general of the World Health Organization, has previously shared that “Delta is the most transmissible of the variants identified so far.” Minnie Mouse and Mask Notice The US Surgeon-General Dr. Vivek Murthy has also said that it is the most transmissible they’ve seen to date. CNBC shared that, while the Delta variant was discovered in October, it has since spread to more than 100 countries. The Los Angeles Times shared that the Delta variant is estimated to spread close to twice as readily as the original COVID-19 virus. 2 — It Accounts for a Lot of COVID-19 Cases in the US Now CNBC has shared that the Delta variant makes up 83% of all sequenced COVID-19 cases in the US as of July 20th. That’s up dramatically from the week of July 3rd, where the Delta variant only accounted for 50% of the cases in the US. Back in June, the CDC estimated it only accounted for 26% of new COVID-19 cases, according to CNN. 3 — It Can Be Hard to Test For It CNN notes that testing for any variant, including the Delta variant, is imperfect. Standard tests typically cannot tell what variant of COVID-19 someone is infected with, so samples need to be shipped to special labs for specific testing. Health and Safety Measures Fortune shares that testing for the Delta variant typically has to be done on a more precise level, but that level of testing requires more time. That means in some places only a handful of COVID-19 cases specifically related to the Delta variant may be identified, but the true number may be higher. 4 — Is It More Dangerous? CNN notes that it is not clear yet whether the Delta variant is more dangerous. The New York Times has indicated that you can find narrow statistics that point in any direction — some suggesting Delta is more severe, similarly severe, or even less severe than other versions of COVID-19. But, the New York Times notes that the bulk of the evidence doesn’t show a big change. And Rebecca Wurtz, an infectious disease expert at the University of Minnesota, indicated that “As far as anyone can tell, Delta isn’t more dangerous in the sense that it causes worse disease.” Hand Sanitizer Station But, they did note that the data is messy and could change. Still, at the moment individuals have indicated that they have not yet seen compelling evidence showing that the Delta variant is more severe. It does spread quickly though, as we discussed above, so you may see that increase in case numbers lead to an increase in the raw number of hospitalizations and deaths. 5 — What About the Vaccines? According to the New York Times, data suggests that several of the widely used COVID-19 vaccines including the ones made by Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson, “appear to retain most of their effectiveness against Delta.” The US Surgeon-General Dr. Vivek Murthy told CNN that if you’re fully vaccinated “there is good evidence that you have a high degree of protection against this virus.” COVID-19 Vaccine Being Administered ©The Florida Channel | Courtesy of WTVT But, none of the vaccines are 100% effective. For example, based on real-world data from the U.K., the LA Times shares that 2 doses of the Pfizer vaccine were found to be 88% effective at preventing COVID-19 as a result of an infection from the Delta variant. Just a single dose of the Pfizer vaccine, however, was found to be 33% effective. Note that KRON 4 has shared that a “new NYU study suggests the single-dose Johnson and Johnson vaccine is not as effective against the Delta variant” and recipients may want to consider getting a second shot to increase their protection. But some have drawn issue with the study and indicated that it is flawed. This is a developing situation. Physical Distancing Signage at Disneyland Because no vaccine is 100% effective, there could be what are often called “breakthrough” infections even in those who are fully vaccinated. Dr. Anthony Fauci told PBS that, while vaccines protect well against infection and serious disease, they’re not completely protective against infection. Dr. Fauci noted, however, that those who have been vaccinated and experienced a breakthrough infection have typically had no symptoms or mild symptoms. 6 — What About Those Who Are Unvaccinated? Dr. Fauci told PBS that those who are unvaccinated are “considerably vulnerable.” He also shared that 99.5% of the COVID deaths are among unvaccinated people. CNN shared that the Delta variant is a serious threat that’s being spread among those who are unvaccinated. Face masks According to Dr. Fauci this risk of getting COVID-19 is coupled with the danger that unvaccinated individuals may then spread this virus to others. Those who may be immunosuppressed, even if vaccinated, should also be careful. 7 — What About Masks? CNN has noted that various things work to prevent transmission of the Delta variant including wearing masks, physical distancing, good ventilation, handwashing, and keeping surfaces clean. Dr. Anthony Fauci told PBS that, pursuant to the CDC guidelines, those who are vaccinated don’t need to wear a mask outdoors or indoors, but they should pay attention to what’s going on in their area. Specifically, Dr. Fauci said that if a vaccinated person is living in an area with a high level of infection, they may want to wear a mask to go the extra mile and protect themselves and others who may live in their home who are vulnerable. Disney Masks Dr. Fauci also said that people who are unvaccinated should wear a mask indoors and, under certain circumstances, outdoors. Recently we have seen some places reinstitute mask rules or otherwise advise that masks be worn again. Specifically Los Angeles County in California is now requiring individuals to wear masks again in certain circumstances. Additionally, the Orange County, Florida mayor has recommended (but not required) that all individuals wear masks indoors and in crowded areas, and he has encouraged businesses to require customers to wear masks. How is the Delta Variant Impacting Florida? We’ve talked about the Delta variant generally and how it’s impacting the US, but how is the Delta variant and COVID-19 generally impacting Florida specifically? Recently, we have seen COVID-19 case numbers increasing in Florida. Specifically, recent reports show that Florida is leading the US in terms of new COVID-19 cases. Additionally, data from the CDC has shown that Florida has the most COVID hospitalizations in the US. Signs in Disney World from May 2021 Dr. Tom Unnasch, a public health professor at the University of South Florida, shared, “The numbers are going up faster than any time I’ve ever seen since I started doing calculations back in June 2020.” Just days before sharing that news, we saw that 1 in 5 new COVID-19 cases were coming from Florida. Yahoo! News reported that the rise in COVID-19 cases in the US overall has mostly been driven by the Delta variant. Orange County, Florida, where part of Disney World is located, has also seen an increase in COVID-19 cases. Again, this increase was noted to be in large part due to the Delta variant. On July 12th, Orange County’s Mayor Demings shared that Orange County was (at that time) considered by the CDC to be in the high-risk category for community transmission. That is what led him to recommend that all individuals (vaccinated and unvaccinated) in Orange County wear a mask in indoor and crowded places. Face Mask At least as of July 8th, at least 280 delta variant COVID cases had been detected in the state of Florida, 40 cases of which were in Orange County. And the Delta variant numbers have moved quickly according to the Tampa Bay Times. On June 19th, the Delta variant accounted for 13.2% of new COVID-19 cases in Florida, up from 2.3% on June 5th. At the end of June, Dr. Raul Pino, Orange County Health Officer, said that he believed they were only seeing the tip of the iceberg and that numbers may be higher than what they know. According to Florida’s report from the week of July 9th through the 15th, about 59% of Florida’s population has received at least 1 dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. How Could the Delta Variant Impact Your Trip? Now we come to the final part of this article — how could the Delta variant impact YOUR Disney World trip? Well, first and foremost, the Delta variant is something to be aware of. The Delta variant could impact Florida’s COVID-19 numbers ahead of or during your trip, or it could impact the state/county you’re living in. With the rise in COVID-19 cases in Florida and the spread of the Delta variant throughout the US, it’s important to just keep this variant in mind. Those who are unvaccinated or have children who cannot be vaccinated at this time will especially want to keep a close eye on infection rates near them and in Florida and just take that into consideration during trip planning. Health & Safety Reminders Due to the Delta variant and the rise in COVID-19 cases, rules could change. We’ve seen the Orange County Mayor suggest that masks be worn again in certain places and encourage local businesses to require their guests to wear masks. It’s possible, if cases continue to rise, some level of mask mandates and travel restrictions could be reinstated at a local, state, or even federal level. At this time, Disney has not made any statements regarding any changes in its mask policies. Currently, fully vaccinated guests are not required to wear masks in most locations in Disney World, except on Disney World transportation (except the ferry boats). ©Disney Persons who are not fully vaccinated are required wear masks upon entering and throughout all attractions, in all indoor theaters (including theater entrances), in all transportation (except ferry boats) including transportation entrances, and in all indoor locations including restaurants except when actively eating or drinking. ©Disney Masks are not required for guests who are not fully vaccinated when in outdoor common areas and on pool decks. Note that Disney World is not requiring proof of vaccination. But, just as things are always subject to change with the pandemic, we could see changes made in Florida or in Disney World specifically. Be sure to check back with us ahead of your trip and check for any updates from Disney as to their policies. Health Signage You may also want to have a plan in place in case anyone in your party gets COVID-19 (Delta variant or otherwise) during your trip. It’s important for you to know where to get tested, and how Disney may handle the situation. It’s also critical that you read Disney’s health acknowledgment and know what you’re consenting to and affirming. ©Disney Overall, the situation with COVID-19 could continue to change and develop in the upcoming days and weeks. If you’re planning a trip to Disney World, it’s important to check on Disney’s most updated rules and regulations to ensure that you have the latest information before your travels. We’ll continue to look for more updates and we’ll let you know what we find. Click here to see more about the potential future approval of a COVID-19 vaccine for those under 12. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! 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Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary is coming up SOON and there’s so much happening!! ©Disney We’re getting a new fireworks show in Magic Kingdom, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure will finally open, golden character statues are being added to all 4 parks, the park icons will be decked out with special “EARidescence,” a new character cavalcade will take place, and more! One of the things we’ve already seen in Disney World is the transformation of Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom. She’s been getting a BIG makeover and the final touch was put on overnight!! Check out the GIANT 50th crest that was added to the front of the castle! Of course, we got to Magic Kingdom RIGHT away this morning to check it out for ourselves! You can see it all the way down Main Street, U.S.A.. See it yet? It’s absolutely gorgeous with all the other new decor! There it is! Let’s get a closer look! We’re here for it! The 50 has a multi-colored background that fits right in with the color scheme. Cindy, you’re looking good! We got allll her good angles! Magical! We LOVE this final touch, it really brings the whole castle together! The transformation is complete! We’ll be on the lookout for more 50th decorations around the parks, so stay tuned to DFB to make sure you don’t miss anything! Click here to read more about Disney World’s 50th anniversary! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of the Cinderella Castle transformation? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: See the New 50th Anniversary Sign on Cinderella Castle in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve been keeping an eye on all the restaurants reopening around Disney World! Magic Kingdom So far, we’ve visited the newly reopened Citricos, ‘Ohana, Tusker House, and more! Today, we spotted that times are posted for another Disney World spot to reopen as well! On Disney World’s website, Cheshire Cafe has hours posted for Monday, July 26th! Hours are Posted for July 26th! The Cheshire Cafe is located in Fantasyland in Disney’s Magic Kingdom, near the Mad Tea Party ride with spinning cups! Cheshire Cafe It’s been closed since Disney World reopened, but it’s showing that on Monday, July 26th, it will be open from 9AM to 7PM! The Cheshire Cafe has the iconic Cheshire Cat tail… Cheshire Cat Tail …the delicious Pepper Jack Pretzel… Pepper Jack Pretzel …and an assortment of drinks! You might notice that there’s a newbie to this menu — the Curiouser and Curiouser Slushy! Cheshire Cafe Menu It’s a Frozen Lemonade with Fanta Blue Raspberry, topped with Whipped Cream! We can’t wait to try it when the snack shop opens next week! Cheshire Cafe Sign The Cheshire Cafe is showing hours for several days past the 26th as well, so we’re expecting it to be open from next Monday on! Of course, this is always subject to change. We will be there to check out the situation on Monday and will let ys know what happens! Keep following DFB for more updates in the parks! Click Here to See a Big Disney World Show That Got a Reopening Date! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite snack spot in Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post Cheshire Cafe in Magic Kingdom is Reopening with a NEW Menu Item SOON! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Walt Disney World completes makeover of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom by adding a large, round, golden 50th logo crest above the balcony of the iconic structure. View the full article By DEWAYNE BEVIL ORLANDO SENTINEL | JUL 23, 2021 AT 9:22 AM A new crest honoring the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort adorns Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Park (David Roark / Courtesy photo) The cherry on top is a gold medallion. Overnight, Walt Disney World completed its makeover of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom by adding a large, round, golden 50th logo crest above the balcony of the iconic structure. The new look is tied to the 50th anniversary of the resort. The official 18-month celebration kicks off Oct. 1, WDW’s actual birthday. But the castle has been in touch-up mode for several months, beginning with a shiny new paint job and continuing through the addition of bedazzled bunting and ribbonlike pieces dangles from the spires. The big 5-0: A medallion celebrating the birth of Walt Disney World was added overnight to Cinderella Castle. (David Roark / Courtesy photo) “Just when you thought our castle couldn’t get any more stunning …” Disney World president Jeff Vahle posted on his Instagram account on Friday morning after the medallion was added overnight. Prep for the celebration is amping up as October approaches. On Thursday, the resort announced plans to install giant pieces of park-related artwork throughout Orlando International Airport for the anniversary. The new updated view of Cinderella Castle from down Main Street USA at Magic Kingdom. The addition of the medallion completes the royal makeover of the icon for the resort's 50th anniversary. (David Roark / Courtesy photo)

International Friendship Day is coming up on July 30th! To mark the occasion, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort is celebrating our Sensational Six with limited-time experiences, a new show and exclusive merchandise. Let’s take a look at what’s happening …http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/ADT616QUifEView the full article

When the pandemic shut down travel around the world, the cruise line industry took a big hit. It has been a while! Since then, many sailings have been canceled and departures delayed. But now, Disney Cruise Line is going to set sail again. According to Disney, the Disney Dream will resume departures to the Bahamas on August 9th. This is the first time that Disney Cruise Line will be sailing in the United States since the pandemic shut travel down last year. Disney Cruise Line Disney Dream Bahamian sailings will depart from Port Canaveral, FL for 3-night and 4-night cruises with stops at Castaway Cay. Disney also notes that “you’ll be pleased to know that we’ve come up with new and exciting ways to create memories together — tailored to our times and presented with all the care you’ve come to expect from Disney Cruise Line.” If you’d like to learn more, make sure to check out the video! Disney shared that the ship will have new health and safety measures to protect guests. We’ll make sure to let you know more as details are shared, so stay tuned to DFB! Click Here to Learn More About Disney Cruise Line’s Closure! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever been on a Disney cruise? Let us know in the comments below. The post BREAKING: Disney Cruise Line Announces Return Date first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney Cruise Line Returns To Sailing | Bahamian Voyages Resume From Florida In AugustView the full article

It’s time to experience the magic of Disney at sea once again! Beginning August 9, the Disney Dream will kick off our long-awaited return to cruising from the U.S.—with tropical voyages to the Bahamas departing from Port Canaveral, Florida. Three- and four-night cruises will visit our private island, Castaway Cay, for an unforgettable vacation at sea.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/soDfuY9g2xsView the full article

A spoonful of sugar and a pinch of pet rooster helped Walt Disney World revamp Citricos, a restaurant inside Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, and for guest rooms at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. View the full article

The 5-acre Kraft Azalea Garden is a small, serene space often used for photoshoots and lakefront relaxing in Winter Park. View the full article

We’ve got GREAT news for those headed to Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Welcome back, Simba! You might remember how excited we were when Festival of the Lion King reopened a few months ago. Despite the changes to the show, it’s still as popular as ever. That means you could have trouble getting a seat, but that just got a bit easier! The Festival of the Lion King has added two daily showtimes to the schedule — 9:30AM and 2PM. You can spot the new showtimes in the My Disney Experience app and on the Disney website! ©Disney Previously, shows only took place at 10:30AM, 11:30AM, 12:30PM, 3PM, 4PM, and 5PM. This show certainly remains a must-do for us so we’re happy that there are now a whopping eight shows daily. A Celebration of Festival of the Lion King Remember, since this show is so popular, the queue can get pretty long! You’ll want to get in line nice and early to ensure you get a seat. Celebration of The Festival of The Lion King Keep an eye on DFB for all the latest Disney World updates! Want to see more about the modifications to Festival of the Lion King? Click here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you seen Festival of the Lion King since it reopened? Let us know in the comments! The post MORE Showtimes Coming to Festival of the Lion King in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We do our best to keep you updated on everything that’s happening in Disney World! Welcome to EPCOT! Get ready to soar over world landmarks and taste your way around the World Showcase, because we’re heading into EPCOT today to look at what’s new in the park! We’ve been in EPCOT a lot recently with the 2021 Food & Wine Festival that started last week! While we were strolling through Future World and the World Showcase Pavilions, we saw several updates that we just have to tell you about! EPCOT Food Update Right now, the Food & Wine Festival is happening in EPCOT! Food and Wine There are tons of delicious snacks to try at all the booths, so make sure to visit some on your way around the World Showcase! Click Here to Watch the Video of Our Best of the Fest Recommendations for the Festival! EPCOT Construction Update Future World First of all, the newly reopened EPCOT Monorail line was down again this week. Monorail line closed Just two days after it reopened on July 18th, it closed again! Monorail Closed Signs We’ll keep an eye on that situation and let you know about any updates! We noticed earlier that something very important was missing from the waterways in EPCOT… Drained Waterways …the water! However, when we were back in the park this week, we saw that they’ve been filled again! The water is back! These water beds are drained periodically for construction updates or scheduled cleaning. EPCOT waterways are refilled Disney might have shut off the water for construction on the upcoming Moana attraction, or maybe it was just a routine pipe cleaning. Either way, we’re glad to see the water back again! World Showcase On our ride on the Skyliner, we took a peek at the construction going on in the France Pavilion! France Pavilion Construction If you’re curious about what’s going on back there, we got to see a sneak peek at some of the new things coming! We See Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure! From the Skyliner, we could just barely make out the upcoming Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure ride! EPCOT Merchandise Update We also spotted some new merchandise around EPCOT this week! Future World We stopped in Pin Traders, which is located near EPCOT’s entrance in Future World! While we were there, we saw some new pin arrivals! New Arrivals! There are some celebrating this year’s EPCOT Food & Wine Festival, including the Wine & Dine runDisney events! More new pins! There were a lot of new limited-edition pins, such as the Hunchback of Notre Dame collection and some Little Mermaid ones as well! We loved the new Pirates of the Caribbean Funko Pop! pins! pins everywhere! Although they weren’t new, we had to stop to check out the Marvel collection as well! World Showcase Inside the Plaza de los Amigos (the big pyramid building in the Mexico Pavilion), we found some new merchandise to show you! New Mexico Pavilion Hats The new hats are inspired by the Mexican flag, with green, white, and blue stripes! We loved the pattern on Mickey on the cap! Mexican Visor The visor has the Mexican flag as the bill! Both of these hats are new to this pavilion, and you can get them at the shops inside the pyramid! Mexico Pavilion We had to walk all the way through the rest of World Showcase to get to our next stop: the reopened Northwest Mercantile store in the Canada Pavilion! Northwest Mercantile Inside this store, you’ll find all kinds of Canada-themed souvenirs, like mugs, shirts, hats, and blankets! Northwest Mercantile Souvenirs This store has been closed since Disney World reopened, so it’s big news to see it back open again! Northwest Mercantile Merchandise Now let’s look at the rides and attractions around the park! Ride and Attraction Wait Times The first ride you’ll see if you’re coming in the Future World entrance is Spaceship Earth! Spaceship Earth Wait Times This one’s usually pretty popular, and the wait time was 30 minutes when we stopped by! Heading to the right towards the Land, we saw Soarin’ and Living With the Land. Soarin’ had a wait time of 35 minutes, which isn’t too high for that popular ride! Soarin’ Wait Times Living With the Land was hopping, though! The line looks crazy, but the ride vehicles are pretty big, so the wait time was just 25 minutes. Living With the Land Wait Times Back outside, we crossed to the other side of Future World to see Test Track and Mission: Space! Test Track is a really fun ride where you “test drive” a car through a series of obstacles! The wait time was 70 minutes. Test Track Wait Times On Mission: Space, you can be part of a crew that’s taking a trip to space! There are two options for this ride: The more rough Orange flight or the smoother Green flight. (If you tend to get motion sickness on rides, go for green on this one!) Mission: Space Wait Times The Orange side had a 15-minute wait, and Green was at 10. That’s all for our EPCOT update this time! Keep following DFB for more updates on what’s new around the parks! Click Here to See What’s New This Week in Magic Kingdom! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite pavilion in EPCOT’s World Showcase? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New in EPCOT: A Reopened Store and a Monorail Update! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Our Cast have returned to the magic at both Disneyland Paris and Walt Disney Studios Park—a big congratulations and bon retour to all! From a new reimagined attraction to the opening of Disney’s Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel, our Cast Members are overjoyed with the all the excitement happening around the Parks.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/vWP_Iyj_C6wView the full article

The Disney Ambassadors are back to bringing you cast member stories from around the world with #DisneyCastLife. This ongoing series highlights some of our favorite cast-related stories – and we thought you’d enjoy a look. In this episode, we see our cast members living their best Disney Cast Life—from receiving degrees through Disney Aspire to […]http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/-50TTCPp0KcView the full article

After more than a year of silent skies, fireworks spectaculars returned to Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort. To celebrate their return, cast members enjoyed special previews. @disneyparks Our cast members got to be the first people to welcome back Happily Ever After 🏰🎆 ##Disney ##DisneyParks ##DisneyWorld ##DisneyCastLife ##Fireworks ♬ original sound – Disney […]http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/oaZ17_YCLgIView the full article

Being a Disney cast member has always been a part of Elijah Stewart’s plans. Throughout his time at Walt Disney World Resort, he’s had several roles, most recently working in Merchandise in the France and Morocco pavilions at EPCOT. But no matter what role he’s in, Elijah is always true to himself. “My mom always […]http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/WwjPg7vyT6AView the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival has given us so much new merchandise! EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Passport We went over all the Food and Wine merchandise that could be found in EPCOT at the opening of the festival on July 15th, and today we found a NEW limited edition item that’s surely going to go fast. There’s a NEW 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine Passholder Figment MagicBand (phew)! And when we say this MagicBand is limited edition, we mean it because it’s limited to 2,700 pieces TOTAL. Food and Wine MagicBand Limited to 2,700 We found this new MagicBand at Port of Entry in EPCOT for $39.99. It comes in a decorative box! MagicBand Box The new MagicBand is set on a blue background, and one side features the 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine logo and Chef Figment… Chef Figment! …and the other side showcases “Passholder” above images of food dishes. Yum. A Cast Member confirmed that Annual Passholders can receive 20% off this MagicBand. Food and Wine MagicBand If you can’t make it to EPCOT, you can also find this new MagicBand on shopDisney for the same price, $39.99! We expect this MagicBand to sell out fast, so if you want it now’s the time to order or head to EPCOT! Shop the 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine Figment MagicBand here! Don’t you love new MagicBands? Stick with DFB for all your Disney merchandise news! Check out ALL the 2021 Food and Wine merchandise here! Ready to Plan for Your 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Order the DFB Guide to the 2021 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well -- including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Order your 2021 edition today! Don't miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for 20% off the cover price! 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Index 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Booth and Menu Index 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Special Events 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Low-Cost Seminars and Demonstrations 2021 Eat to the Beat Concert Schedule Epcot Food and Wine Festival Fans Facebook Page 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Wine and Dine Half Marathon Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic Food and Wine Festival 101 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Vegetarian Items Epcot Food and Wine Festival Gluten Free Items Have you purchased the 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine MagicBand? Let us know in the comments! The post The 2021 Food and Wine Festival MagicBand Has Been Spotted in EPCOT! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article