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When Disney World closed its parks, new ticket sales and the ability to make new hotel reservations were suspended. Walt Disney World Resort entrance Disney wanted to make sure they were accommodating guests with existing tickets and hotel reservations (including Annual Passholders) when they reopened the parks and rolled out the Disney Park Pass system. Disney World has already welcomed new vacation package sales for 2021 and now, Disney has shared when they will resume 2020 ticket sales and hotel bookings. Disney World is starting the phased reopening of its theme parks this week, which you can read more about here. And, now Disney has shared that 2020 ticket sales and hotel bookings will resume tomorrow, July 9th. According to Disney, “tickets and Disney Resort hotel bookings may be released at different times throughout the day tomorrow.”Disney will also use virtual waiting rooms as needed to manage the high volume of guests looking to plan their visits. Magic Kingdom Although new park admission will be available to buy, Disney will still be requiring that guests use the Disney Park Pass system to make reservations to visit Disney World. So check that calendar to make sure the days you’re hoping to visit the parks are available. You can read our full experience booking Disney Park Passes here! We will continue to update you on this situation as more info is shared, so stay tuned! What has been your favorite thing to see in Disney World? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Can I Get A Refund On My Disney World Park Hopper Ticket Add-On? Here Are Three Options! Find Out Why Disney World Has Been Giving Away Free Tickets. (We Never Knew This Was A Thing!) Terralina Crafted Italian Is Back OPEN in Disney Springs! View the full article

In just a few more days, we’ll begin welcoming the first guests back to the theme parks at Walt Disney World Resort, starting July 11 with Magic Kingdom Park and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park and followed July 15 by EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We’re continuing to prepare for these openings in a measured and deliberate way, implementing health and safety measures with cast members and guests in mind. As you may recall, earlier we had temporarily paused 2020 ticket sales and Disney Resort hotel bookings so we could focus on helping existing ticket holders and Annual Passholders plan their visits with the new Disney Park Pass theme park reservation system. We are glad to share that beginning tomorrow, July 9, we will resume ticket sales and Disney Resort hotel bookings for 2020. Guests will soon be able to purchase new tickets and plan future visits throughout this year with the Disney Park Pass system, which we are using to help manage attendance during this reopening period. For those looking to make their plans right away, please note that tickets and Disney Resort hotel bookings may be released at different times throughout the day tomorrow. In addition, we will use virtual waiting rooms as needed to manage the high volume of guests looking to plan their visits. All guests with valid admission are required to make a reservation in advance for each park entry, so be sure to check the park reservation availability calendar before purchasing any new tickets and then go directly to DisneyWorld.com/DisneyParkPass after your purchase to make your park reservations. Reservations are limited and subject to availability. Please note that, during this phased reopening, some tickets, ticket options and Disney Resort hotels are unavailable, but there are still a variety of options to choose from. Though the experience may be different than the last time you visited, there is so much to look forward to, with many favorite attractions and dozens of entertainment offerings, including special new character cavalcades and the Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. If you’re planning a visit for this year, we recommend checking out our “Know Before You Go” page at DisneyWorld.com/Updates, where you’ll find tips and information like how to make park reservations after purchasing your tickets. We realize that everyone’s situation is unique, so if you have specific questions about your plans, you may call the Disney Reservation Center, submit questions to the Disney Parks Moms Panel or speak with your travel provider for more details. We hope to see you real soon! View the full article

With Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom set to reopen to guests on July 11th, followed by Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios on July 15th, we’re learning more about which transportation options will be available. Friendship Boats Guests staying in Magic Kingdom area hotels typically have access to water taxi transportation to take them between their resort and the park. But upon the initial reopening, only select hotels will have access to the water taxi service. According to the Disney World website, the water taxi service will NOT be available for Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and Disney’s Contemporary Resort during the initial reopening period. Screenshot of the transportation options available at Polynesian Village Resort from the Disney World website However, there WILL be limited water taxi service to the Magic Kingdom available for guests at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground and Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort. Screenshot of the transportation options available at Fort Wilderness Resort from the Disney World website We’ll keep an eye out for any additional updates regarding the transportation options available around Disney World property at the parks prepare to reopen! Here’s what it’s like to ride the Monorail in a reopened Disney World! Which form of transportation in Disney World would you feel the most comfortable using? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: NEWS: Disney World Cast Members Are Being Called to Return to Theme Park Restaurants, Festivals, and Hotels NEWS: Date Announced for Suspension of Disney Transportation in Walt Disney World Resort DFB Video: The Best Disney World Restaurants With a Fireworks View View the full article

WOW! We’ve been back inside Magic Kingdom for the first time since it closed its gates in mid-March! The experience was VERY different than what we’re used to when it comes to visiting a Disney World theme park! Magic Kingdom Keep in mind that while our first experience back was a Cast Member preview day with very limited crowds, one of if not THE most noticeable differences we experienced was the impact on crowds from the limited capacity. In order to accommodate physical distancing and to keep crowds at bay, Disney has drastically reduced their capacity and controls the number of people in the parks via their new Disney Park Pass Reservation System. So, what do YOU need to know about having a successful limited capacity vacation? We’re sharing 10 tips with you today! From preparing for your trip to navigating the ins and outs of a reopened theme park, there are tons of new tips and tricks to having a successful day in a theme park with limited capacity! Yes, crowds are WAY lighter, but you still need to be prepared! Here are our top ten tips! 1. You’ll still want to prioritize your favorites. Yes, limited capacity should result in shorter lines — and that’s a good thing! But that doesn’t mean you should drop your priorities. There’s a lot less planning involved in a reopened Disney World (especially without Fastpass+!) but we definitely recommend giving your park day at least a little bit of forethought. Space Mountain Think about which attractions and experiences are must-do for your group. Prior to your park day and make sure you check in to see that everything you want to do is open so you can avoid disappointment when you’re in the parks. Then, make sure you hit your priority rides when you’re in Magic Kingdom! Seven Dwarfs Mine Train There are shorter lines, but there are also lower ride capacities and lengthier loading processes. Plus, if there are any breakdowns or delays you run the risk of missing out on an experience just because you figured you’d have the time to ride later. Make those priorities and do your best to put them first during your park day! Click here to learn more about how limited capacity could affect wait times! 2. Don’t expect every ride to be a walk-on. As we mentioned, capacity definitely pushes wait times down, but those lines can still get lengthy. It’s true that pretty much everything we rode was more-or-less a walk-on on our first day back in Magic Kingdom — but that wasn’t true for every single ride! Splash Mountain Line You could still be spending some time in line. When we rode Splash Mountain, we waited around 35 minutes and that was during a Cast Member preview. As the parks reopen to the public, we could see even longer waits for high-demand or low capacity attractions. Make sure that you keep this fact in your head so that you’re not surprised when you’re headed for a whirl on your favorite ride. Want to learn more about how long waits were for Splash Mountain? Click here! 3. You may want to schedule a mid-day table service meal. Table-service meals can definitely eat some time out of the middle of your day but right now, they might be a good addition to your plans. Outside of the Relaxation Stations, sitting at a dining table is the only time that guests are allowed to remove their face masks. Jungle Skipper Canteen Sign A reopened Magic Kingdom can feel a little overwhelming at times. There are markers on the ground, everything is being sanitized, and you can’t see a single smile. If you think you might need a little break to feel like everything is “normal,” that table-service meal could be a good bet. Spend some time sitting in Disney World, eating some yummy food with no mask on your face, and you might be recharged and ready to re-mask up and hit the park again. View from the Plaza Restaurant If you’re thinking this could be a much-needed break for you, go ahead and take a look at the listing of opened restaurants! Advance Dining Reservations are open once more for all guests, so plan ahead and carve out that break time. To see the list of reopening restaurants, click here! 4. Keep an eye out for entertainment! This next tip can definitely help you with a big adjustment! Meeting Disney characters is no longer a guaranteed part of your day in Magic Kingdom (or any Disney park). Set your expectation that you will likely not interact with any characters — because that’s very possible! Merida Character cavalcades and encounters are random but FREQUENT, so it’s kind of like a fun scavenger hunt to find or see your favorite Disney pals. Keep your eyes open! Cavalcades run down the Magic Kingdom parade route or above you in the Main Street Train Station at random times and you might run into some familiar faces when you’re exploring the lands as well We kind of loved the new Cavalcades — see why here! 5. Pack smart. Of course, it’s always important to make sure your park bag is stocked, but right now there are some special considerations to take. For one, we recommend bringing your own hand sanitizer. There are hand sanitizer stations all over the park, but if one is empty or not working, it’s good to have your own. An extra mask doesn’t hurt either for each member of your group! Hand Sanitizer One SUPER important tip is to pack all of your electronics together prior to security. The new security protocols will have you placing all of your electronics in a clear plastic bag before you bring your own bag through the metal detectors. You don’t want to be stuck awkwardly fishing through your bag for a renegade charger. Plus, if you miss something and the detectors go off, you’ll have to dump your bag into a bin for a no-touch bag search. Bags for Security We also noticed a few water bottle refill stations weren’t open too. This might change, but if you’re a fan of toting a water bottle around, plan accordingly anyways. Bring a bigger bottle if you think you’ll need it or consider filling up in your room before you head out for the day! Want to learn more about new park protocols? Click here! 6. Don’t be afraid to take your time. We know the feeling. A Disney park day is EXPENSIVE and you might feel inclined to rush to make sure you do everything that you want. We do it too! Right now though, you have a chance to slow down a little more and really experience the Disney parks. Don’t be afraid to take your time! Magic Kingdom Between the shorter lines and closed attractions, you might be surprised by how quickly you run through your to-do list. That means that you have a little more wiggle room to avoid rushing around from place to place. So, take a little longer on that lunch or your stroll through Adventureland. This can really add to your park day AND you can discover things you were typically rushing past too quickly to see in the past! Relaxation Station Plus, you’ll probably notice that Cast Members aren’t rushing the new protocols either. Lines may pause while Cast Members sanitize a ride (it happened to us several times while we were waiting for Splash Mountain!). If you go in with the mindset of taking things slowly, you’re less likely to feel frustrated if there are any delays. To see our FULL coverage of our return to Magic Kingdom, click here! 7. Keep a park map handy. This is a little tip that can make a pretty big difference now! Make sure you have a park map handy, whether it’s on your phone or with a paper map. These maps will reflect up-to-date information on what is and what isn’t open and will show you where you can find resources such as Relaxation Stations. Magic Kingdom Guidemap On your phone, you can even filter the map to show you where you can find hand sanitizer stations and quick-service spots with Mobile Order. These directions can be SUPER helpful when you’re trying to follow all the new health guidelines in Disney World. Even if you know the parks like the back of your hand, things are different right now, so it never hurts to have a resource handy. Click here to learn about park maps in a reopened Magic Kingdom! 8. Keep your phone charged. On the note of technology, keep your phone charged. Not only is the My Disney Experience app your ticket to an up-to-date and comprehensive park map, but it has a LOT of other features that are total life-savers in a reopened Disney World. Cast Member Preview Wait Times Wondering about wait times? Check the app. Need to scan the new health protocols? Check the app. Plus, My Disney Experience now has important features such as the HIGHLY encouraged Mobile Order for quick service dining and Mobile Dine Check-In for table service dining. Want more info on the new Mobile Dine Check-In? Click here! 9. Give yourself extra time for transportation. You might think that without park hopping, you won’t need to worry about travel times on transportation. Well, hold your horses. You’re still going to want to give yourself extra time for transportation to and from the parks, and remember to be patient when using the Disney transportation system. Monorail There are lower capacities on most methods of transportation to keep guests safe. Gone (for now) are the days of being crammed like sardines in Disney buses or monorails! So, when you’re boarding or waiting for your monorail, Skyliner, bus, or boat — things might take a little longer than you expect. To learn more about the suspension of park hopping, click here! 10. Be kind and courteous. Finally, our BIGGEST tip of the list is to be kind and courteous to Cast Members and other guests. This is a wonky new environment and everyone is doing their best to navigate it. Change takes time, not just for us as guests, but for Cast Members who are having to relearn how to do their jobs in a whole new, uncharted way! Respect peoples’ space and listen to Cast Members if they ask you to do something. Cast Members Cleaning At the Cast Member preview, we were super happy to see people being safe and enjoying their park day. We even had folks saying “Behind you!” in shops to make sure that we could keep our space. Hopefully, this continues as the parks reopen. Cinderella Castle We hope this list was helpful and can assist in planning your upcoming Disney World vacation! Since it looks like the Park Pass Reservation System could be around until 2021, we’re all going to have to get a little comfortable with navigating this new “world.” Be sure to stay tuned to DFB as we share MORE tips from a reopened Disney World! Learn MORE about Disney’s new Park Pass Reservation System here! Are you visiting Magic Kingdom soon? What’s the first ride you want to hop on? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Is Be Our Guest Restaurant in Disney World Canceling Their Quick Service Offering for the Time Being? NEWS! Even MORE Disney World Cast Members Were Called Back Today! There Are Still 9 BIG Disney Question Marks Before Reopening Day… . Here’s What You Need To Know. View the full article

We’ve got another BIG transportation update for ya, and this one’s a bit of a doozy! Magic Kingdom Moments ago, we told you Disney Skyliner would be loading only one party per gondola and that Disney World’s parking lot trams would be unavailable when the parks reopen. And now, we’ve just learned while Magic Kingdom’s monorail service to and from the Transportation and Ticket Center has already resumed, monorail transportation to EPCOT will not be available until further notice. Disney World’s website reflects this recent update: Screenshot From Disney World’s Website Keep in mind Disney World’s bus transportation has resumed at this time but is currently running between Disney Springs and the resort hotels only. Once the parks reopen, bus transportation between the resort hotels and Disney World theme parks will be provided to guests. Click here to see how Disney World’s buses have changed since the last time you rode them! Monorail passing through Disney World’s Epcot Disney World has recently installed new distancing barriers on the monorail and implemented other health and safety precautions which you can view here. We’ll continue to closely monitor official Disney sources for further transportation updates and let you know if anything changes! Even more Disney World restaurants will be reopening soon — including some BIG NAMES! Click here to see which ones we’re talking about! Are you bummed monorail transportation to Epcot will not be available until further notice? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Related posts: Transportation Update! Here’s When Disney World’s Skyliner, Monorail, and Select Resort Boats Should Resume! The BIGGEST Time Wasters in Disney World — And How To Avoid Them! Here’s How You’ll Interact With the Characters When Disney World Reopens! View the full article

Yesterday we had our first experience watching Disney World’s new Character Cavalcades roll by at Magic Kingdom! Aladdin and Mary Poppins! Instead of character greetings, parades, and fireworks shows (which have been temporarily put on hold), guests can enjoy these smaller processionals which are featured randomly throughout the day. That way, folks will still have the opportunity to interact and snap of few pics of their favorite Disney friends — but from afar! And while Disney World has previously announced the names of a few of their new Character Cavalcades and places you can spot them, they’ve just shared even more information about these new entertainment offerings including where you’ll be able to catch them! It’s Tigger! Keep in mind Disney World’s new Character Cavalcades aren’t scheduled and you won’t find times for them listed like you would for Disney World’s parades, shows, or nighttime spectaculars. Now let’s get into some new juicy DEETS! Magic Kingdom According to Disney, “The Royal Princess Processional” will be offered “several times daily,” and will include favorite Disney princesses throughout the streets of Magic Kingdom. Princess Merida will lead the way on her trusty steed Angus, followed closely by a gazebo float and crystal castle carrying Cinderella, Tiana, Belle, Jasmine, Snow White, Rapunzel, and others. Crystal Princess Float is Back The “Mickey and Friends Cavalcade” will feature Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and their pals daily. Yesterday it was Pluto, Donald, and Daisy, but its possible this might change depending on the day. Plus some of the characters had on their 90th-anniversary celebration costumes for the special occasion! We also wanted to mention that we spotted Rabbit, Piglet, and Tigger, and a few others yesterday. So you never know when more unexpected friends will show up! We spotted Merida and Angus along with the rest of the Royal Princess Processional yesterday! Click here to see it! Mickey and Friends And here’s a brand new character experience we just learned about! Cinderella’s Evil Stepsisters will be perched on the balcony of Cinderella Castle in Fantasyland from time to time! Cinderella Castle You’ll be able to interact with Anastasia and Drizella while staying at a safe distance! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Previously Disney told us to be on the lookout for characters cruising the waterways of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, but now we know exactly who we can expect to see AND where they’ll be roaming! For “Donald’s Dino Boat Bash” Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, and Launchpad McQuack will wave to guests from their party boat as it sails from Dino Land U.S.A. to Discovery River. We also saw Mickey, Minnie, and Pluto yesterday. Launchpad McQuack The “Discovery River Character Cruise” will also occur throughout the day, and guests will be able to see either The Lion King’s Timon and Rafiki or Pocahontas with Meeko cruise Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s waterways. Timon and Rafiki Disney also mentioned the “Discovery Island Drummers” will be a band of high-energy percussionists and will entertain guests on the shore with an energetic beat from aboard their boat. Epcot When Epcot reopens July 15th, the new “Mickey and Friends World Tour” will be kicking off! Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Pluto, and Goofy will be roaming the World Showcase at random! Flower and Garden Festival Queen Anna and Elsa will also be venturing around the World Showcase, journeying from country to country in the “Frozen Promenade.” Elsa and Anna Topiary Looks like we’ll be having a blast visiting the Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival’s food booths while watching some of our favorite characters too! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Out of all the parks, Disney World just released the newest details about Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It looks like Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will be offering up lots of adventures and says, “guests are likely to come across some familiar faces as they explore Black Spire Outpost on the planet Batuu.” Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Heroes of the Resistance, including Rey, Chewbacca, and Vi Moradi, will be out on platforms above the garage in Black Spire Station or can be seen surveying activity around the spaceport where the Millennium Falcon has landed. It’s Chewbacca! Meanwhile, a contingent of First Order Stormtroopers will join Kylo Ren in patrolling the landing platform at Docking Bay 9 beneath their TIE Echelon assault vehicle! Stormtroopers Some of the biggest stars from Pixar Animation Studios’ films will make their way down Hollywood Boulevard for the “Pixar Pals Motorcade.” This Character Cavalcade will include The Incredibles, Toy Story pals, and more. Woody And for the kiddos, “Disney Junior Stars Motorcade” while come and go throughout the day featuring Disney Junior stars Fancy Nancy, Doc McStuffins, and Vampirina. Their route will also take them down Hollywood Boulevard and they’ll be riding in colorful custom convertibles! Doc McStuffins WOW! We are so stoked to spot all these awesome Character Cavalcade crews! We’ll be on the lookout for more of them tomorrow when we return to the parks as well as the rest of the week — and next week as well! Click here to see which Character Cavalcades we’ve really enjoyed so far! Which Character Cavalcade sounds the most exciting to you? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Here’s How You’ll Interact With the Characters When Disney World Reopens! NEW Insta-Worthy Nighttime Magic Shots Are Coming to Disney World Soon! When Disney World Reopens THESE Are at the Top of Our Must-Do List View the full article

We’ve got some NEW updates from the Disney World hotels! Disney’s Pop Century Resort Though some Disney World resort hotels are already open, there are a bunch that we’re still waiting on. The next hotels on the docket for reopening are Disney’s Pop Century Resort and Disney’s Contemporary Resort on July 10th. Well today, we just got an update for EVERYTHING that’s opening at Pop Century Resort! Check it out! Have no fear, Everything POP Shopping & Dining WILL be opening so that you can get your snack and your spend on. This food court and gift shop combo is a HUGE asset to guests staying at Pop Century so we’re glad to see that it will be open. Everything POP Shopping & Dining Sign All three pools will be open — Hippy Dippy Pool, Bowling Pool, and Computer Pool — and you’ll be able to grab a sip or snack at Petals Pool Bar. Like many of the other resorts, guests will be able to enjoy poolside activities and movies under the stars. Hippy Dippy Pool at Disney’s Pop Century Resort The update today also confirms that Pop Century guests will be able to access buses to Disney Springs and the theme parks (when they open), plus the Skyliner to the reopened theme parks. Keep an eye on DFB for ALL of the latest reopening updates! Click here for the FULL LIST of reopening resort dates! Headed for a stay at Pop Century? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: We’re Doing The Peppermint TWIST Over This New Drink at Disney’s Pop Century Resort! We’ve Tried Every Frozen Drink at Disney World and These Are Our Favorites! What’s New at Disney’s Pop Century and Art of Animation Resorts — Character Cupcakes, Menu Changes, and Halloween Merch! View the full article

Many Walt Disney World Resort hotels have reopened in preparation for the theme parks phased reopening beginning this Saturday. ©Shades of Green Hotel Room Shades of Green Resort, the Walt Disney World hotel reserved for members of the military, closed temporarily in March. The closure was scheduled to last until July 1st and was later postponed to July 15th. Shades of Green announced another delay in opening and has decided to extend the closure again. The resort is now scheduled to remain closed until August 12th. Shades of Green released the following statement: “The safety of our guests and staff is our primary concern at AFRC Resorts. Shades of Green will temporarily remain closed through August 11th, 2020 to ensure the health and well-being of service members and their families.” “Shades of Green will continue to accept reservations for new arrivals beginning August 12th, 2020. We will continue to closely monitor the situation and will make a determination to reopen when it is safe for our guests and staff.” ©Shades of Green Resort The hotel cancelation will not affect guests who already have Disney World park reservations. Shades of Green guests have the option of booking an overflow resort during the closure by contacting Shades of Green at (888) 593-2242. As always, we will continue to update you as we learn more about closures and extensions. Learn more about traveling to Disney World in 2020 here! Are you planning on visiting a Disney World hotel soon? Let us know in the comments below. Related posts: News! Disney World’s Shades of Green Resort Set to Remain Closed Until Mid-May Staying at a Good Neighbor Hotel at Walt Disney World? You’ll Want to Keep THIS in Mind! News: Disney World’s Shades of Green Resort Has Postponed Its Reopening View the full article

Can you believe that it’s been almost 65 years since Walt Disney welcomed the first guests to Disneyland with the famous words, “To all who come to this happy place, welcome!”? Today, I’m excited to give you all a first look at the dazzling new merchandise honoring the 65th anniversary of Disneyland. But before we begin, I wanted to let you all know of a new, convenient way to purchase some of these new products with the Disneyland Park 65th anniversary online merchandise event. With this online event you can purchase your favorites (along with some special items for Annual Passholders as well) on July 14 beginning at 10 a.m. PT, while supplies last, to pick up at the Downtown Disney District from July 23 through 27 or have shipped directly to your home.* Click here for more information on how you can participate in this online event from the comfort of your own home!** Now without further ado, check out a first look at the all-new commemorative merchandise: Disneyland Park 65th Anniversary Collection: Commemorate 65 years of magic in the newest spirit jersey with “The Happiest Place on Earth” or this button-up shirt with some of the beloved icons of Disneyland park. Accessorize your looks with this adorable mini backpack by Loungefly featuring Sleeping Beauty Castle then top it off with an iconic ear hat or sparkling headband to ring in this momentous anniversary in style! Disney Parks Pin Trading Pins: Pin traders, unite! You won’t want to miss out on the chance to purchase limited edition pins featuring the infamous Hat Box Ghost, the iconic Disneyland marquee and even a map of the park as seen in 1955! Disneyland Park 65th Annual Passholder Collection: Calling all APs! Check out an assortment of items available only for our Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders through the Disneyland Park 65th anniversary online merchandise event. From trading pins and apparel to a special Disney Parks Wishables plush of the Abominable Snowman from the Matterhorn Bobsleds attraction, get ready to celebrate the Happiest Place on Earth!*** Stay tuned for even more ways to get some of the latest merchandise on shopDisney.com to honor the 65th anniversary with exclusive commemorative lithographs launching on July 17 at 7 a.m. PST! What’s your favorite Disneyland memory from the past 65 years? *Shipping and handling fees will apply. **Merchandise is limited and not guaranteed, and purchase limits apply. ***Annual Passport discounts apply. View the full article

We’re inching closer and closer to Disney World’s grand reopening this weekend! Cinderella Castle Along with things like Disney World transportation and many in-park dining locations resuming operations soon, we’ve now learned that a few more restaurants are reopening as well! Disney World just recently reopened dining reservations to the general public, and now they’re also adding MORE restaurants to the list of spots that are open or will be opening soon! Here are the big ones! Chef Mickey’s This is one restaurant a LOT of readers were wondering about. The UBER popular all-day character dining spot at Disney’s Contemporary Resort WILL be reopening — but possibly without characters. Chef Mickey’s While Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera and Garden Grill Restaurant have both been confirmed to be offering “modified character experiences,” there is no mention of a similar experience at Chef Mickey’s. We don’t have an official reopening date yet, but we’re excited for the return of this spot! California Grill Sticking to the Contemporary Resort, we’ve got another fan favorite coming back. California Grill WILL be reopening for dinner! This Signature Dining location will be offering a limited menu, like most other locations we’ve seen. The biggest bummer we spotted? The wonderful Sonoma Goat Cheese Ravioli is MISSING from the menu. Sonoma Goat Cheese Ravioli at California Grill This could be a temporary change (after all, this appetizer has been on the menu since California Grill opened!), but for now, at least, we’ll all be missing that goat cheese ravioli AND the spectacular nightly fireworks view, for which California Grill is so well known. Fireworks are on hold for now around Disney World along with a number of other guest experiences. We also don’t have a reopening date for this spot yet, but you’ll be the first to know when we do! We’ll keep you posted if any new restaurants are added to the list. In the meantime, check back for our continuing coverage of Disney World’s reopening! Here’s everything you need to know about reopened Disney World! Are you happy to see these locations reopening? Any you’re still waiting for? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Elegant Valentine’s Day Menu at California Grill in Disney’s Contemporary Resort The 31 Things To Eat In Disney World If You’re Obsessed With CHEESE!! EVERY Place to Celebrate the New Year and Ring in 2020 in Disney World! View the full article

We’ll be honest, there were a few modifications we were already a feeling a little apprehensive about before we arrived at Magic Kingdom yesterday. Main Street, U.S.A. One of the biggest changes we were having a hard time wrapping our heads around was the new Character Cavalcades at Disney World. A while ago, Disney told us they would be replacing their standard entertainment offerings with these unscheduled performances since character meet and greets, parades, and firework shows will be returning at a later time. Disney assured us characters would still be “very present” even though they’ve had to modify several guest experiences — including character dining as well. We totally get why Disney has had to make these necessary changes and how important they are to the health and safety of Cast Members and guests alike — but would Disney World still be FUN without parades or character meet and greets? Until we meet again, Festival of Fantasy parade! We’ve seen from afar how other Disney parks have incorporated characters into their phased reopening plans in other parks like Shanghai Disneyland, Hong Kong Disneyland, and most recently Toyko Disneyland. Characters typically wave to guests from balconies or moving vehicles to give folks a glance of their favorite pals in passing instead of character greetings, parades, and shows. ©ShanghaiDisneylandResort on Instagram Yesterday was our first chance to experience a few of the new Character Cavalcades at Magic Kingdom for ourselves! While the Festival of Fantasy Parade and Move It! Shake It! Mousekedance It! Street Party left some pretty big shoes to fill, we actually feel like the new Character Cavalcades turned out…pretty great! Princess Processional That’s right — consider us SWAYED! We were finally able to put our nervous feelings aside when we saw just how frequently and, frankly, pretty impressive these new Character Cavalcades turned out to be! There were even a few rare Disney characters thrown in the mix like Winnie the Pooh’s pal, Rabbit! Pooh and Friends To us, many of these new Character Cavalcades felt like mini-impromptu parades! Yup — they actually LOOKED and FELT like tiny parades and were happening through the park — even if they were just baby versions of the real thing! There was plenty of pageantry, music, and TONS of Disney characters to watch go by! The mixture of characters on the Fantasyland Cavalcade was an interesting mix up — Alice, Peter Pan, Pooh Bear, Alladin, and Mary Poppins! Wow! Aladdin and Mary Poppins! And we even saw some unusual stuff we weren’t expecting to see — like when Merida and Gaston rode by us on HORSES! Merida Originally, Disney gave us a list of Character Cavalcades to be on the lookout for throughout the day. We were told a Royal Princess Processional would be roaming Magic Kingdom’s parade route sporadically along with Tinker Bell, Goofy, Fantasyland Friends, Mickey-themed caravans. Performances would be unscheduled so that crowds wouldn’t congregate. Mickey and Friends Cavalcade in the Magic Kingdom today But we spotted way more Disney characters than just those dudes and dudettes. Captain Jack Sparrow was out in Adventureland looking for treasure — or rum. On second thought, probably BOTH! It’s Captain Jack Sparrow! Experiment 626 was yucking it up with Stitch fans over in Tomorrowland — Buzz Lightyear also stopped by! Stitch Plus the Main Street Philharmonic is still drummin’ and blowing up a storm! We spotted them heading out through Frontierland. Main Street Philharmonic And although we didn’t have a chance to make it over to Disney’s Animal Kingdom yet, our reader @allisonxella on Instagram sent us this pic of Mickey, Minnie, and Pluto going for a boat ride! Ah — this is AMAZING!!! Watercraft and Disney characters?!? She also spotted Chip, Dale, and Goofy in their dino best floating by to music later in the day! Photo Credit: @allisonxella on Instagram Because the new Character Cavalcades are incorporating lots of unexpected elements (so far we’ve got rare characters, horses, and boats [oh my!], but we’re sure they’ll be even more surprises thrown into the mix!) and can seemingly happen at any time, we’re pretty into these Cavalcades right now! Not having to stake out a parade spot or wait in line to meet some of these characters is also a major upside too! Read more about the new Character Cavalcades we spotted yesterday here! Even though you can’t run up and hug your favorite Disney characters right now or ask them to sign your autograph book, most of the characters we saw were super attentive and will happily wave back at you (or blow a kiss or two!). Until normal character meet and greets and parades can safely resume, these new Character Cavalcades will do us just fine and we’d like to know what you guys think of them too! Be sure to let us know your thoughts in the comments and stay tuned as we scope out even more! Click here to learn more about our overall impression of the Magic Kingdom Cast Member preview we attended yesterday! Have you been to any of the Disney parks yet? Let us know which changes you’re worried about liking the most in the comments below! Related posts: Here’s How You’ll Interact With the Characters When Disney World Reopens! NEWS! Here’s the FULL LIST of Rides and Attractions That Will Be Reopening at Magic Kingdom in Disney World! These Musical Groups Are CONFIRMED To Return to Disney World View the full article

Moments ago, we learned Disney World’s parking lot trams will not be operating for the time when the parks reopen. Disney Skyliner And while Disney World has previously announced Disney Skyliner service will resume on July 15th, they’ve just announced a new important safety detail! The Disney Skyliner debuted last year and connects several Walt Disney World resorts to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot. The ride vehicles, known as “gondolas” typically fit up to ten passengers. According to Disney, the Skyliner will only be loading one party per gondola once the service resumes on July 15th. Screenshot From Disney World’s Website That means you and your crew will be flying high in your own private gondola! July 15th is also when Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot will be reopening to the general public. It is also the first day of the Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival — a modified version of Epcot’s 2020 Food and Wine Festival. The festival will feature 20 signature global marketplaces spaced throughout the park. Click here to see which food books we hope will be returning! Spaceship Earth We will continue to keep you updated on the transportation situation in Disney World as we learn more. So, stay tuned! Find out where the only confirmed character meal inside a Disney World theme park will be happening HERE! Are you excited about have a Disney Skyliner gondola all to yourself? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Disney World Skyliner Gondola PRO TIPS: Here’s What You Need To Know Before You FLY! The BIGGEST Time Wasters in Disney World — And How To Avoid Them! 7 BIG Changes in Disney World You Might’ve Missed If You Weren’t Paying Attention… View the full article

Walt Disney World is preparing to reopen this weekend. Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom will open on July 11th with Hollywood Studios and EPCOT following closely on July 15th. Cinderella Castle Cast Member previews gave us insight into how dining, shopping, and attractions will be handled when the theme parks have officially opened. Disney just released a short video depicting how Cast Members are preparing for the park’s official re-opening the public since the closure in March. Jeff Vahle, President of Walt Disney World Resort, posted a Welcome Back video where we see Cast Members performing various duties throughout the theme parks. The main focus of the commercial is to display the new sanitation tasks Disney is implementing. We see Cast Members wiping down attraction seats, vacuuming hotel rooms, and wearing face masks. When Disney presented their proposal for reopening they cited specific changes to the theme park’s operations. Guests will be required to get temperature checks, wear face masks, and maintain physical distance from other guests. Increased sanitation and physical distancing on attractions will be implemented by Cast Members as well. Temperature Screening Tents at Magic Kingdom It’s going to be a busy week for Disney news! All four parks will be reopened by July 15th and there are sure to be more updates as it continues. We will be sure to keep you updated with how Disney is handling the new procedures and operations. Want to see the full list of attractions and restaurants that will be available on opening day? Check it out here! What do you think of the new commercial? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: NEWS! Find Out Why Typhoon Lagoon is Unexpectedly CLOSING This Weekend! BREAKING NEWS! Disney World Proposes THEME PARK REOPENING DATES! ANOTHER Restaurant Has Disappeared From the List of Available Locations Ahead of Disney World’s Reopening View the full article

With Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom set to reopen to the general public this Saturday, July 11th, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios and EPCOT following next week on July 15th, we’ve been closely monitoring all the official statements Disney World has released about which transportation services will be available to guests. Magic Kingdom Previously, we confirmed that monorail and ferryboat service to and from the Transportation and Ticket Center to Magic Kingdom will resume earlier than originally projected and in time for the Annual Passholder previews scheduled for July 9th and 10th. Disney World Annual Passholders, however, will be required to provide their own transportation to the parking lots and parking lot tram service will not be running. Now we’ve just received confirmation from Disney that parking lots trams will not be operating at any of Walt Disney World’s theme parks when the parks begin reopening to the general public on July 11th. Guests will be required to walk from their cars to the front entrance of the parks instead. Screenshot From Disney World’s Website It’s unclear when parking lot tram service will resume; Disney World is only stating “parking lot trams will not be available at this time.” Meanwhile, Disney has also confirmed that the theme park parking lots will offer a “cashless payment” option. Magic Kingdom Things are changing constantly now that Disney World’s grand reopening is imminent, so we’ll keep on eye out for any further announcements regarding when guests can expect parking lot tram service to resume. With the limited capacity measures in place, there will likely be fewer vehicles and it won’t be such a long trek to the gates. We’ll keep you updated on our experiences parking and visiting the parks as the phased reopening continues! See what it’s like to ride the monorail in a newly reopened Disney World here! Are you surprised by Disney World’s decision to postpone parking lot tram service? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below. Related posts: Here’s How You’ll Interact With the Characters When Disney World Reopens! NEWS! Here’s the FULL LIST of Rides and Attractions That Will Be Reopening at Magic Kingdom in Disney World! NEWS: Registration For Disney World’s Annual Passholder Previews Is NOW LIVE! View the full article

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The phased reopening of the Walt Disney World Resort theme parks begins this Saturday with Magic Kingdom Park and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, followed July 15 by EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Here’s a look at how they’re preparing to welcome guests once again. For more information on the phased reopening of Walt Disney World Resort theme parks, visit Disneyworld.com/Updates. View the full article

News regarding the reopening of Downtown Disney in Disneyland Resort has been slowly trickling in. There has been some speculation and confirmations of what businesses will be available to the public on July 9th. Catal and UVA Bar at Downtown Disney Some restaurants had to adjust given the recent California mandate that required indoor dining at restaurants and bars to close. We confirmed that Naples Ristorante e Bar and Uva Bar will reopen with outdoor seating and limited menus. We also learned Salt & Straw will be available with a new to ice cream flavor to mark the reopening. We now have a full list of confirmed restaurants and retail shops that will re-open tomorrow! The shopping and dining district will reopen with increased health and safety protocols much like Disney Springs in Walt Disney World. Guests will be required to get their temperature check, distance themselves from other guests, and wear a mask. Here is the confirmed list of businesses opening tomorrow morning. Food and Beverage Asian Street Eats Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes California Churro Earl of Sandwich Jamba Kayla’s Cakes Marceline’s Confectionery Naples Ristorante e Bar Salt & Straw Starbucks Starbucks West Uva Bar & Cafe Wetzel’s Pretzels Wetzel’s Diggity Dog Apple Pie Ice Cream from Salt & Straw Retail shops Curl Surf Disney Dress Shop Disney Home Disney’s Pin Traders Lego Store Pandora Jewelry Rinse Bath & Body Co. Sephora Sugarboo & Co. Sunglass Icon WonderGround Gallery World of Disney World of Disney This is the initial reopening list for Downtown Disney. There is a Cast Member preview tonight, which should give us even more insight. The list is subject to change as events unfold so be sure to check back with us for more updates. We will keep you informed as we receive more information! Want to know what it’s like to visit Downtown Disney under the new conditions? Read about our experiences with Disney Springs in Florida! Are you stopping by Downtown Disney this week? Let us know what restaurant or retail shop you’ll be visiting! Related posts: What’s New In Disneyland! Designer Ears, Disneyland Visors, Dreadful Shirts, And MORE! Cutest Caramel Apple in the World ALERT! Meet the Mickey Snowman Apple in Disneyland! Find Out Where To Score $1 Refills At Disneyland Resort! View the full article

Make room for dim sum! Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs has extending a discount for select guests! Morimoto Asia Morimoto offered a 20% discount to all Cast Members upon reopening. Now, Morimoto Asia is continuing to show its appreciation for the hard-workers of Disney! It’s time for a heaping bowl of ramen because the 20% Cast Member discount has been extended! Morimoto Asia Discount The discount has landed just in time because the crowd-favorite Morimoto Baby Ribs made it BACK on Morimoto’s limited menu! The ribs are coated in a special sauce that is the perfect balance of sweet, sticky, and spicy. You might as well get two orders since you’re saving money anyway! Morimoto Baby Ribs We recently revisited Morimoto since they reopened and filled up on Beef Lo Mein and the new Cauliflower Egg Rolls with Buffalo Beer Cheese Sauce. Have we tempted you with the tastes and smells of Morimoto yet? It’s definitely worth a try! Want more Disney Springs specialties? Check out the NEW To-Go Moonshine Jugs from Homecomin’! Will you be using your discount at Morimoto Asia? Let us know! Related posts: Chef Morimoto Returns to Host “12 Beers of Christmas” at Disney World (and Tickets Are Available NOW)! Black Friday Shopper Alert! Disney Springs Announces Deals For Biggest Shopping Day of the Year! Disney Springs Area Hotels DISCOUNT Alert! View the full article

Tune your guitar and get on your dancin’ shoes! House of Blues Orlando is offering another limited-time discount! House of Blues Orlando House of Blues Orlando in Disney Springs opened with a 20% discount for Annual Passholders, Disney Vacation Club Members, and Cast Members. Now, Florida Residents can join in and get their own discounted dishes! House of Blues is offering a 20% discount to Florida Residents from now until August 31st! ©House of Blues Wanna see the kinda food you can get when you use your discount? We recently visited the House of Blues to discover what it’s like to eat at the newly reopened restaurant. We loaded up on mac n’ cheese, downed a delish Rock Me Hurricane, and enjoyed the live music. House of Blues Meals and Drinks You can also stop by and use your discount to pick up a family bundle for your whole group. This a great way to enjoy a family-size portion ribs if you’re not feeling like a sit-down meal. House of Blues Loaded Mac n’ Cheese House of Blues is just one of the many Disney Springs restaurants we recently checked out since the reopening. We also stopped by Frontera Cocina for flautas, had a drink at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar, and dined under the stars at Planet Hollywood. We will continue to keep you informed on new updates while Disney World slowly reopens! Love big portions and hearty food? Check out our recent visit to City Works Eatery and Pour House! Will you be stopping by House of Blues for drinks and good vibes? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Discount Alert! Disney Springs Area Hotels To Offer Special Winter Rates Black Friday Shopper Alert! Disney Springs Announces Deals For Biggest Shopping Day of the Year! NEWS! Get CASH BACK On Disney Food With This Limited Time AmEx Deal! View the full article

Silly old bear! While we saw Rabbit, Piglet, and Eeyore were out bright and early yesterday morning at Magic Kingdom, Winnie the Pooh was nowhere to be found! Pooh and Friends Minus One Pooh Bear He must have gotten his paw stuck in a honey pot or something — but he did eventually show up later in the day! And check out where else we spotted Winnie Pooh and his pals recently — in corduroy PLUSH form! We’d previously seen this super-soft and cuddly collection of Winnie the Pooh and friends plush back in February, but we haven’t seen them make their way to Disney World — until today! Pooh Plush In fact, the entire Hundred Acre Wood gang has arrived at World of Disney in Disney Springs including Eeyore, Tigger, and Piglet too! We love how adorable and soft they are! Seriously, could these guys get any cuter? Pooh and Friends Plush Each one of these adorable goofs costs $29.99, no matter which one you get! We’re a sucker for Winnie the Pooh, but the Piglet Plush is calling our names, too! Besides, Pooh Bear will need a friend or two if he’s coming home with us. Pooh and Friends Plush Of course, we can’t wait to ride The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh when we return to Magic Kingdom later this week since we haven’t had the chance to hop on it yet! We did experience Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and Splash Mountain though, and you can see what full day at the park was like yesterday here! Check out the Splash Mountain merchandise we spotted at Magic Kingdom yesterday here! Which Winnie the Pooh character is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Review: Crystal Palace at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Grab Your Wallets — ULTRA NEW Frozen 2 Costumes Have Arrived in Disney World! BEST DAY EVER! There’s a NEW Pascal Shoulder Plush in Disney World! View the full article

We’re still cracking up over this Star Wars Graphic Tee we spotted at World of Disney recently! Its style reminded us of a certain grunge rock band we listened to heavily in the 90s — all we need now are some Doc Martens and an oversized flannel to relive our glory days! Star Wars Graphic Tee And earlier today, Loungefly just launched a new collection of Star Wars-themed backpacks and pouches on their website. Let’s go check ’em out! Each of the new Star Wars Loungefly styles is made of durable nylon material making them perfect for back-to-school! Check out the new Tatooine Loungefly Backpack for $50 featuring Luke Skywalker’s home planet on the outer rim! ©Loungefly You can also pick up the matching Tatooine Loungefly Pouch for $10 which would make a perfect pencil case! Kids still use pencils, right? Well, we guess you could keep your power cables and Airpods in it too! ©Loungefly We also spotted this new Endor Loungefly Backpack for $50! Although there are no ewoks to be found, we spy the Death Star off in the distance and speeder-riding Stormtrooper zipping through trees. ©Loungefly And the stormtrooper can be seen again on the matching Endor Loungefly Pouch for $10! ©Loungefly Our favorite new Star Wars style, however, is this Hoth Loungefly Backpack for $50. We love how all the different shades of blue make this bag look like a block of ice from the frozen planet. Plus it’s got an AT-AT stomping along on its front pocket! ©Loungefly And for even more AT-AT action, you can pick up the matching Hoth Loungefly Pouch for $10! ©Loungefly We’re going to have a tough time deciding which of these Star Wars planets to get! Maybe we’ll use The Force to decide for us! And if you haven’t seen the new Baby Yoda Loungeflys yet, do yourself a big favor and click here! Check out these amazing (and retro-looking) Star Wars graphic tees and Boba Fett cooler bag we spotted recently here! Which planet do you dig the most? Cast your vote for Tatooine, Endor, or Hoth in the comments below! Related posts: NEW Loungefly Chewbacca Bags are Fuzzy and Adorable! Hold the Chickie Nuggies! BoxLunch Just Released TWO New Baby Yoda Bags! Baby Yoda’s Got Your Back with This New Loungefly Bag! View the full article

One of our favorite ways to show our Disney love is through some cute Disney merchandise! Mickey Mouse We’re always on the lookout for the perfect new Disney t-shirt. We just recently found some ADORABLE new Baby Yoda tees, but we’d love to see more anyways! Well, we’re in luck. Disney just dropped a MASSIVE number (almost 40!) of new t-shirts! You’ll definitely be able to find a new favorite from these options! Tees for Adults First up, let’s take a glance at some tees for adults. We did this Mickey Mouse and Friends T-Shirt because it features Mickey, Pluto, Goofy, AND Donald. ©Disney Snag it for $26.99. Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse and Friends T-Shirt! Also for $26.99 is this Donald Duck T-Shirt. ©Disney This quack is grouchy AND lovable! Want to buy the Donald Duck T-Shirt? Click here! If you consider yourself the king of beasts, you might want to pick up the Simba T-Shirt. ©Disney This one will run you $26.99. Look at Simba and Mufasa! We’re not crying, you’re crying. To buy the Simba T-Shirt, click here! BOOM BABY. We found a shirt that’s DEFINITELY not throwing off our groove. ©Disney You can pick up The Emperor’s New Groove T-Shirt for $26.99. Click here to buy The Emperor’s New Groove T-Shirt! This next one is seriously so cute. Look at the Pixar Periodic Table of Elements T-Shirt for $26.99. ©Disney Can you name all of the characters? Want to buy the Pixar Periodic Table of Elements T-Shirt? Click here! If you love pizza and/or little green aliens we may have found the top for you. ©Disney For $26.99, you could have the Pizza Planet T-Shirt! To buy the Pizza Planet T-Shirt, click here! Tees for Women Next up, we’ve got all the new tops for ladies — and there are a LOT! ©Disney Look at Mickey’s colorful shorts in this sweet Mickey Mouse T-Shirt for $26.99 Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse T-Shirt! Are you a plant mom? Do you know a plant mom? Then we might have found the perfect shirt for you! Look at this Mickey Mouse Icon T-Shirt. ©Disney Snag it for $26.99 to show off your love of nature AND your love of Disney! Want to buy the Mickey Mouse Icon T-Shirt? Click here! If you’re looking for something a little more classic, you might want to look to the most fashionable mouse herself. ©Disney Snag this Minnie Mouse Classic T-Shirt for $26.99! To buy the Minnie Mouse Classic T-Shirt, click here! We’re always in the market for a new park-day shirt and this Minnie Mouse Ears T-Shirt for $26.99 definitely caught our eye. ©Disney How cute would this be paired with a matching Minnie ears headband? Click here to buy the Minnie Mouse Ears T-Shirt! Or maybe you identify a little more with the total sassiness of Daisy Duck. Hey, we get it. ©Disney If that sounds like you, you can pick up the Daisy Duck T-Shirt for $26.99. Want to buy the Daisy Duck T-Shirt? Click here! We DEF want this tee to be part of our world. Check out this Ariel T-Shirt. ©Disney If you love The Little Mermaid, this might be the tee for you! Pick it up for $26.99. To buy the Ariel T-Shirt, click here! Or, rep ALL the princesses with this Disney Princess T-Shirt for $26.99. ©Disney BONUS! This top reminds everyone around you that they’re in the presence of royalty. Click here to buy the Disney Princess T-Shirt! We love this adorable Dumbo T-Shirt for $26.99. ©Disney What a super sweet reminder to aim high and shoot for your goals! Want to buy the Dumbo T-Shirt? Click here! Who is the prettiest Disney pup? If you didn’t say Lady, we might need to have a talk. ©Disney Dog-lovers, rejoice! We might have found your favorite. Look at this Lady T-Shirt for $26.99! To buy the Lady T-Shirt, click here! Everybody wants to be a cat because a cat’s the only cat who knooooows where it’s at! ©Disney You heard the song! If you’re dreaming of being a feline (or if you just love kitties!) you might want this Marie T-shirt for $26.99. Click here to buy the Marie T-shirt! Do you know someone who is ALWAYS late? Maybe it’s you! We get it, being on time is hard! ©Disney Well, we think we know a Disney character you might get along with. Pick up this White Rabbit T-Shirt for $26.99! Want to buy the White Rabbit T-Shirt? Click here! OMG. This next one might be the cutest tee on the list! Just LOOK at this Winnie the Pooh T-Shirt! ©Disney If you think that Pooh is the cutest bear in the whole wood, you can snag this shirt for $26.99. To buy the Winnie the Pooh T-Shirt, click here! And there’s one new Pixar shirt for ladies too! Take a gander at that pretty illustration. ©Disney Make the Kevin at Paradise Falls T-Shirt yours for $26.99. Click here to buy the Kevin at Paradise Falls T-Shirt! Tees for Kids And of COURSE, little ones get to join in on the t-shirt fun! ©Disney Take a look at this iconic Mickey Mouse Classic T-Shirt for Kids for $22.99. Want to buy the Mickey Mouse Classic T-Shirt for Kids? Click here! If you’ve got a kiddo who can’t pick their favorite Disney character, don’t make them choose! ©Disney You can pick up the Mickey Mouse and Friends T-Shirt for Kids for $22.99 featuring Mickey, Donald, Goofy, and Pluto! To buy the Mickey Mouse and Friends T-Shirt for Kids, click here! We love this silly Mickey Mouse and Pluto T-Shirt for Kids for $22.99. ©Disney Poor Mickey! But, hey, Pluto’s gotta get that bone buried! Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse and Pluto T-Shirt for Kids! Look at how cute Stitch is in this Stitch Rainbow T-Shirt for Kids for $22.99! ©Disney He’s gotta be the most adorable abomination ever. Want to buy the Stitch Rainbow T-Shirt for Kids? Click here! But Stitch isn’t JUST cute. He has many complex emotions, as evidenced in this top. ©Disney Snag the Stitch T-Shirt for Kids for $22.99! To buy the Stitch T-Shirt, click here! KACHOW! Pixar shirts? Sign us up! ©Disney We’re feeling speedy just looking at this Lightning McQueen T-Shirt for Kids for $22.99. Click here to buy the Lightning McQueen T-Shirt for Kids! For $22.99, you can swing for this Toy Story T-Shirt for Kids. ©Disney This is another tee that gives love to a BUNCH of our favorite characters! Want to buy the Toy Story T-Shirt for Kids? Click here! For a twist on a classic tale, check out this Toy Story Arcade Game T-Shirt for Kids. ©Disney Get gamin’ for $22.99. To buy the Toy Story Arcade Game T-Shirt for Kids, click here! Or maybe you’re little is particularly SUPER. In that case, you’re going to want to see this Avengers Assemble Emblem T-Shirt for Kids. ©Disney Avengers, assemble! Snag it for $22.99. Click here to buy the Avengers Assemble Emblem T-Shirt for Kids! This next one is a super neat design and anyone with spidey senses will love it. ©Disney Take a look at the Spider-Man Eye T-Shirt for Kids for $22.99. Want to buy the Spider-Man Eye T-Shirt for Kids? Click here! Tees for Girls And last but certainly not least, let’s check out all of the new tees for girls! ©Disney We love this Mickey and Minnie Mouse T-Shirt for Girls for $22.99. Their arms make a heart! To buy the Mickey and Minnie Mouse T-Shirt for Girls, click here! What’s better than a Minnie bow? A Minnie bow COVERED in smaller Minnie bows! ©Disney Pick up the Minnie Mouse Bow T-Shirt for Girls for $22.99. Click here to buy the Minnie Mouse Bow T-Shirt for Girls! Maybe you’ve got a sassy little girl, or maybe you just miss The Cheetah Girls. ©Disney If that sounds like your fam you might want to pick up the Minnie Mouse Leopard Print Bow T-Shirt for Girls for $22.99. Want to buy the Minnie Mouse Leopard Print Bow T-Shirt for Girls? Click here! We’ve definitely met some girls who are total Disney princesses at heart based on their love for animals! ©Disney Sound like someone you know? Snag her the Cinderella T-Shirt for Girls for $22.99. Click here to buy the Cinderella T-Shirt for Girls! We would def wear this Anna T-Shirt for Girls into the unknown. Would you? ©Disney If so, snag this top for $22.99! To buy the Anna T-Shirt for Girls, click here! Oooh, wait! Actually, we’d def wear THIS Elsa T-Shirt for Girls into the unknown. We can’t choose! ©Disney Whichever Frozen shirt you pick, you can grab it for $22.99. Want to buy the Elsa T-Shirt for Girls? Click here! Got a little warrior at home? Buy her the Mulan T-Shirt for Girls for $22.99. ©Disney She can wear it while she’s bringing honor to us all! To buy the Mulan T-Shirt for Girls, click here! Maybe you’ve got a little who can’t pick a favorite. ©Disney In that case, grab the Disney Princess T-Shirt for Girls for $22.99! Click here to buy the Disney Princess T-Shirt for Girls! Good news! If that Marie shirt from earlier caught your eye, you can grab a similar one for your little one to match you! ©Disney Make the Marie T-Shirt for Girls yours for $22.99. Want to buy the Marie T-Shirt for Girls? Click here! Remember when we said that Pooh shirt from earlier might be the cutest? We take it back. It’s definitely this one! ©Disney We WILL be getting this Winnie the Pooh and Piglet T-shirt for Girls for $22.99. To buy the Winnie the Pooh and Piglet T-shirt for Girls, click here! You can find every single one of these t-shirts on shopDisney RIGHT NOW. So, what are you waiting for? Go snag your favorite! Need some more great Disney merch? Click here! Which of these MANY tees is your favorite? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: Disney Just Released a Fly New Mickey Collection That’s Made With Recycled Plastic Bottles! Did You Know You Can Buy This ONLINE? Our Favorite Disney PJ Sets Now That We Wear Nothing But Sweatpants! View the full article

Set the kitchen timer to midnight! We just spotted an adorable new kitchen accessory that’s fit for a princess. Emporium Sales Floor We were busy running around Walt Disney World during Cast Member re-opening reviews yesterday. We took note of the new mobile order process, discovered what it was like to revisit our favorite characters, and experienced what it is like to shop at Disney World. While scoping out the Emporium, we found a NEW item that is elegant enough to wear to the ball…or at least to the kitchen counter. We’ve been anticipating the arrival of the Cinderella apron since we spotted the new princess-themed kitchen accessories at World of Disney. Naturally, her apron was the last to arrive. (Typical, Cindy. She always has to make an entrance!) Cinderella Apron The sparkly and dainty apron is $34.99 and almost too cute to get dirty while you scrub the floors and clean the fireplace. Close-Up of Cinderella Apron It goes so well with the Prince Charming apron we found earlier too! It’s a true fairy tale match. Prince Charming Apron This apron is cute enough to drive the Stepsisters mad with envy! What’s next? Comfy glass slippers to help you waltz around the house? Well, if the glass shoe fits! Want to see what else we found at Magic Kingdom? Check out this cute new Jungle Cruise dress! Does the new Cinderella apron fit your fancy? Let us know if you’re looking forward to picking one up for yourself! Related posts: Let’s DIAL IN on New Holiday Phones Cases at Disney’s Magic Kingdom! Looking For The Purrfect Hair Accessory? New AristoCats and Inside Out Hair Clips in Disney World SPOTTED: The “Happy Holidays” Popcorn Bucket Is Bringing Christmas Cheer to Disney World! View the full article

Love Funko Pops? Love Disney theme parks? We’ve got something new just for you! Jungle Cruise Funko has been busy pumping out more and more cute figurines to add to our collection. They recently got a little ahead of themselves and released a Nightmare Before Christmas set 6 months before Halloween. (We’re not complaining!) It seemed like they made a Funko Pop for just about everything Disney related…until now! Ladies and gentlemen, let us present to you the eighth wonder of the world…this brand new Jungle Cruise Skipper Funko Pop! Right on time too! This adventurous cutie will be available to purchase on shopDisney the day Magic Kingdom reopens on July 11th. Coincidence? We think not! Jungle Cruise Skipper Funko Pop This guy will go perfectly with the modeled after the Haunted Mansion Butler. What’s next? A Tower of Terror Bellhop Funko? We’re SO ready. Haunted Mansion Funko Set Our only hope is that Funko continues to model figurines after Cast Members and iconic Disney attractions. We would LOVE to build a whole Magic Kingdom replica filled with adorable Funkos! Want something to match your Skipper Funko? Check out this ADORABLE Jungle Cruise dress we found at Magic Kingdom! Will you be collecting the new Jungle Cruise Skipper? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: This Is the Baby Yoda Merchandise You Never Knew You Needed! We Need Every Piece of Disney’s ADORABLE New Mickey Mouse Parts Collection! Shoppers Alert! The Cutest Two Disney Kitchenware Collections Just Popped Up Online! View the full article

Yesterday, we stepped inside Magic Kingdom for the first time since mid-March to attend a special Cast Member preview. Magic Kingdom on cast member preview day, July 2020 We spent the day exploring and seeing how the park has changed now that so many new health and safety measures have been implemented. We checked out the modified entertainment offerings, rode some of our favorite attractions, and hit up some shops and restaurants ahead of the park’s official opening to the general public on July 11th. Since yesterday’s event was a Cast Member preview, we didn’t have to scan our MagicBands or use Magic Kingdom’s fingerprint scanners for entry because we had special tickets. We’ve been curious about how Disney World would address this issue since fingerprint scanners are one of the most frequently touched surfaces at the parks. They’re stationed at the front entrance of every park and previously every guest needed to scan their fingerprint for entry. MagicBand Scanner ©Disney Today, the New York Times confirmed that Disney World will no longer be using fingerprint scanners. The parks will instead shift to touchless entry with guests only needing to scan their MagicBands or park tickets. Magic Kingdom Touchless park entry joins the ranks along with several other contactless systems Disney is strongly encouraging guests to adopt. These include Mobile Dine Check-In, Mobile Order at quick-service locations, Contactless Menus, and Online Check-In at hotels. Most of these new systems are done via your My Disney Experience app on your smartphone, so make sure you have that set up and have plenty of battery life for your day in the park! Mobile Dine Check-In Feature Many of these new systems may evolve or change over time and we’ll be sure to keep you posted — especially once the big grand reopening day arrives! See what our first day back in Magic Kingdom was like here! Will you be visiting Magic Kingdom or Disney’s Animal Kingdom this week? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Here’s How You’ll Interact With the Characters When Disney World Reopens! NEWS! Here’s the FULL LIST of Rides and Attractions That Will Be Reopening at Magic Kingdom in Disney World! PHOTOS: Temperature Screening Tents Are Popping Up at the Disney World Theme Parks View the full article