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We love checking out all of the awesome Disney-inspired designs from Loungefly! America Loungefly Backpack So what new Loungefly designs are coming just around the riverbend? Fans of Pocahontas, you’re in for a treat! June 23rd marked the 25th-anniversary of the release of Pocahontas. And, in honor of the anniversary, Loungefly shared a sneak peek of the upcoming collection inspired by the film! We’re already daydreaming about snagging this gorgeous crossbody bag! ©Loungefly And the wallet is also beautifully detailed! We love the nod to the “spinning arrow” from Pocahontas’ dream! ©Loungefly Here’s a look at the inside of the wallet, complete with a design of Meeko and Flit! ©Loungefly A release date for the new collection hasn’t been announced yet, but we’ll keep an eye out for more info! Check out this adorable Loungefly backpack featuring Wall-E and Eve! Do you plan on snagging a piece from the Loungefly Pocahontas collection? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: This NEW Wall-E and Eve Loungefly Backpack Has Us Seeing Stars! These Chic ‘Star Wars’ Loungefly Bags Are Bringing Us A New Hope! AAHH! We Can’t Get Enough of Disney’s New Mike Wazowski Wristlet! View the full article

We’re still obsessing over the Disney x Love Your Melon Spring Collection! ©Love Your Melon And it’s time to clear out some space in our closet because the Disney x Love Your Melon Summer Release is dropping TOMORROW! The collection includes several caps and headbands to help keep you cool in style! ©Love Your Melon So, let’s take a look at all the new headwear we can rock this summer! The Black Denim Washed Cap is available in either a Mickey Mouse Outline or Minnie Mouse Outline design for $40! ©Love Your Melon And the Black Scrunch Headband also comes in your choice of either Mickey Outline or Minnie Outline design for $25! ©Love Your Melon Looking for a pop of color? The Mickey Mouse Outline Navy Denim Cap and Minnie Mouse Outline Crimson Denim Cap both caught our eye! You can snag one of these for $40. ©Love Your Melon There are colorful headband options too! The Mickey Mouse Outline Navy Headband and Minnie Mouse Outline Red Headband both make for a fun fashion statement. You can grab one for $25! ©Love Your Melon And if you’re looking for a more animated version of the classic characters, check out the Mickey Mouse Black Denim Cap and Minnie Mouse Black Denim Cap, available for $40! ©Love Your Melon More of a headband fan? The Mickey Mouse Black Scrunch Headband and Minnie Mouse Black Scrunch Headband might be your style, for $25! ©Love Your Melon We love the way these Mickey and Minnie designs pop on the White Denim Cap! You can add one of these to your collection for $40! ©Love Your Melon And rounding out the summer release, we have the Mickey Mouse Gray Scrunch Headband and Minnie Mouse Gray Scrunch Headband! These cuties are available for $25! ©Love Your Melon If you want to get first dibs on the Disney x Love Your Melon Summer Release, mark your calendar for tomorrow morning — the collection drops on Thursday, June 25th at 10AM CT! Happy shopping! Check out this adorable “Up” Pandora charm we spotted in Disney World! Which of these new Disney x Love Your Melon designs is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Like An Icy Blast, Frozen 2 Merch Is Sweeping Its Way Through Disney Parks and Stores Across the U.S.! It’s Cheesecake Time Because Disney Just Released a NEW Must-Have Book! These Chic ‘Star Wars’ Loungefly Bags Are Bringing Us A New Hope! View the full article

Orlando Sentinel theme park reporter Dewayne Bevil attempts to answer all the questions filling his inbox about Disney World's reopening. He covers everything from the new reservation system, canceled events and the big question everyone wants to know: Is it worth going? View the full article

The original content on Disney+ makes for great viewing AND listening! ©Disney And if you’re a fan of the Disney+ series, The Imagineering Story, we have some great news — Disney has now released the original soundtrack from the show! That’s right, if you’re looking for a little pick-me-up, this could be perfect! The original soundtrack includes music by Jeff Kryka, and the songs were inspired by the work of Disney Imagineers! ©Disney The soundtrack includes nods to some iconic attractions and moments in Disney history with songs like “Pirates in a New Era,” “As a Matterhorn of Fact,” and “It’s a Jungle Cruise Out There,” to name a few! Imagineers Driving the Empty Jungle Cruise River, The Imagineering Story ©Disney The Imagineering Story soundtrack is now available on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, and other music sites. And if you’d like to catch up on the show, The Imagineering Story is available to stream on Disney+! Here’s what to watch on Disney+ if you want to feel like you’re in the parks! Have you watched The Imagineering Story? Let us know what you think of the series in the comments! Related posts: Life Is the Bubbles! Today’s International Mermaid Day (and We’re Celebrating with Some Disney Magic)! Create Your Own Home Movie Theater With This Disney DIY Onward Screening! Is The Future Of Movies…On Demand? View the full article

We’ve just discovered our own little slice of Paradise Falls today at Disney World! Pandora We recently stopped by the newly-reopened Pandora store at Disney Springs to scope out the new Cutie Charms (also called Babies by some Cast Members) and today we spotted a new charm! Our hearts skipped a beat when we discovered this adorable new Up Pandora Charm! It looks just like Carl’s house from the movie! Up Pandora Charm In fact, the “slider” part of the charm is comprised of clear and colorful rhinestones that resemble Carl’s balloons! Up Pandora Charm And his charming little Victorian house is a drop pendant CHARM! It dangles from the balloons — almost like its floating! Up Pandora Charm We think all you Up lovers are going to have a hard time passing this one UP! The new Pandora Up Charm costs $55 and to see What’s “UP” in Disney Springs these days, click here! There’s a new donut shop coming to Disney Springs! Click here to learn more! Are you excited about the new Up Pandora Charm? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: We’re Swooning Over The Lunar New Year Mickey and Minnie Pandora Charms in Disney World! Ever After Jewelry Co. & Accessories Has Officially Reopened in Disney Springs! Here’s The Complete List of Retail Locations That Are Reopening in Disney Springs on May 20th! View the full article

We can’t seem to get enough of Experiment 626 right now! We knew we just had to have this adorable new Stitch Hat when the second we first laid eyes on it. Stitch Hat Not to mention, this new Loungefly stuff that is every Stitch lover’s dream come TRUE! And now we just spotted the perfect tech accessory for folks Stitch lovers — it’s a Stitch Phone Case that comes with a shoulder STRAP! Stitch Phone Case The new Stitch Phone Case costs $44.99 and it’s perfect for slingin’ over your shoulder when you’re visiting the parks! Stitch Phone Case And while we were falling in love with the new Stitch Phone Case, we also spotted this new Pixar Phone Case for $29.99! Pixar Phone Case It has a blue sky and fluffy white clouds (reminiscent of Andy’s wallpaper from Toy Story!) and even has a three-dimensional Luxo Ball! Pixar Phone Case The Pixar Phone Case doesn’t have a neat shoulder strap like the new Stitch Phone Case, but we love it anyway! Pixar Phone Case We found both of the new phone cases at World of Disney in Disney Springs today, and we’ll give you a jingle if we spot any more! Until then, check out the deets on this new donut shop that’s moving into Disney Springs SOON! See what else is new and exciting at Disney Springs here! Which new phone case do you like better? Cast your vote for Stitch or Pixar in the comments below! Related posts: Grab Your Wallets — ULTRA NEW Frozen 2 Costumes Have Arrived in Disney World! What Time Is It? It’s Always “Snack Time” With This New Watch in Disney World! BEST DAY EVER! There’s a NEW Pascal Shoulder Plush in Disney World! View the full article

And the menu cuts keep on coming! Early today, we told you about a bunch of Disney World theme park restaurants that have just reduced their breakfast, lunch, and dinner offerings. Pork Hash at Raglan Road And even though Raglan Road has been reopened for a little while and started serving its famous brunch again, it looks like they’ve officially settled on a much smaller menu! We recently dined at Raglan Road and noticed their menu had been majorly scaled back. Raglan Road Paper Menu Now it appears their restaurant’s website reflects the limited offerings. They’ve just erased several brunch, lunch, and dinner items from their online menu as well. The Irish Farmhouse Board of Loveliness Heritage Tomato Salad Kiss Before Shrimp Dalkey Duo Dalkey Salmon Swoon Cider Salmon One Fine Flounder Pan-seared Foleys (North Atlantic Flounder) NOT Corned Beef and Cabbage But Bacon and Cabbage Lambo Braised (Lamb Shank) Little Big Burger Garlic and Parmesan Chips Apple Crumble Raglan Delight You Can Still Get Raglan Risotto For Dinner, Though! And it looks like Raglan Road has also recently slashed a few of its cocktails, too! Here are some beverages that didn’t make the cut! Specialty Libations Iced Irish Paddy’s Irish Whiskey Rosemary and Maple Whiskey Sour The Pride of the Peninsula PJ’s Poison Gunpowder Spiced Caramel Apple Martini Blueberry Mint Lemonade Margarita Strawberry & Cucumber Mojito Samhain Sangria The Pride of the Peninsula is Gone! Don’t worry — there’s still plenty of Guinness, Fish & Chips, and Bangers and Mash to go around! We’ll let you know if anything else changes, but for now, check out with restaurants will be reopening with the theme parks on July 11th and 15th here! See our ultimate guide to EVERYTHING that’s reopening in Disney World HERE! Did any of your favorite Raglan Road menu items get cut? Let us know which ones you’ll be missing in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Disney Springs — Baby Yoda Balloons, a Gelato-Filled Doughnut, and a BUNCH of Reopenings! Where To Do THANKSGIVING in Disney World! Did Your Favorite Disney Springs Meal Survive These Menu Changes? View the full article

We’ve been taking in the sights of the newly reopened Disney World resort hotels this week! Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort And while earlier we had the chance to see a VERY pink Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom from our room at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, we’re checking in on another one of our favorite construction projects! Today, we got to see how work was coming along on the presumptive pedestrian walkway which will be connecting Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort to Magic Kingdom! Walkway Construction We knew work had resumed on the project on June 12th, but haven’t had the opportunity to see it with our own eyes until today! It’s starting to look much more like a bridge! Now, we’re just ready to see it connected!! Construction We’ll keep monitoring the progress of this walkway and let you know if and when it’s safe to cross! Until then, check out ALL the restaurants we’re looking forward to enjoying when the theme parks reopen here! Click here to read our ultimate guide to everything that’ll be reopening soon in Disney World! What are you the most excited about seeing or doing when the parks reopen? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Construction Update! Work on the Walkway From Disney’s Grand Floridian to the Magic Kingdom Has Started Again! Construction UPDATE on Potential Walkway to Magic Kingdom from Disney World’s Grand Floridian Resort The 31 Things To Eat In Disney World If You’re Obsessed With CHEESE!! View the full article

Is this possible?? Wine Bar George at Disney Springs just released a new whiskey cocktail that’s perfect for whiskey lovers AND casual whiskey drinkers! Wine Bar George Wine Bar George’s outdoor venue, The Basket, has been making the news with their famous Corkcicles that come filled with your favorite frozen drink to-go. But for those of us who want to take it slow, the restaurant inside Wine Bar George is mixing up something a little more sophisticated! The new Hooten Young American Whiskey has been aged 12 years and was discovered by Master Sommelier George Miliotes himself! Wine Bar George then took it to it to a new level and created The Hoot Cocktail. This classy drink mixes Hooten Whiskey with Ginger Beer and Creme De Cassis. The Hoot Cocktail The combination of the three ingredients makes this drink go down smooth with a sweet edge. Don’t want a cocktail? You can also order Hooten whiskey straight up, neat, or however else you like it! The whiskey is nice and smooth so it’s safe enough for people who normally don’t drink whiskey. That said, if you’re an avid whiskey taster, you’ll pick up on the warm and subtle notes that make this whiskey taste DIVINE. Hoot Cocktail The price is $15, which is pretty standard for any Disney Springs cocktail. BUT, this drink is made with good whiskey so you’re getting a better deal than your run-of-the-mill bar drink. We can’t gush enough about how good this whiskey is! And that perfect pairing with the Ginger Beer and Creme De Cassis? It’s seriously perfect for a muggy and swamp-like Florida day. After a day of shopping at Disney Springs, The Hoot Cocktail will go down nicely. (Especially if you pair it with their INCREDIBLE Saganaki on Fire!) Ready for a night out at Disney Springs? Check out all the restaurants you can hit up since the re-opening! Does this cocktail look absolutely perfect? Let us know if you can’t wait to try Wine Bar George’s newest mixed drink! Related posts: What’s New in Disney Springs! Happy Hours, Star Wars Shoes AND New Bags, and Minnie Ears Ornaments! Review! Wine Bar George Adds New Items to Its Menu Including CHEESE ON FIRE!!! Pop That Champagne! There’s FREE Bubbly for the New Year in Disney World! View the full article

The new Disney Park Pass System — which is an online tool that allows guests to make a required reservation to visit one of the four Walt Disney World theme parks when they start to reopen in July — made its debut earlier this week. Entrance to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Currently, the system has rolled out to guests with Walt Disney World Resort hotel reservations (who also have valid theme park admission) before it opens to Walt Disney World Annual Passholders on June 26th and existing ticket holders on June 28th. While it may be exciting to get that official confirmation when your park plans are finalized (you can see the full process here), what happens if you need to alter your theme park reservation due to a change of plans or preference? Disney Park Pass Screenshot We learned today, both by attempting for ourselves and by confirming with a Cast Member, that there is no option to “modify” your current Park Pass reservations at press time. In order to select a new park or date, you must actively cancel your current reservation (listed under “My Plans” in your My Disney Experience account) and then proceed to book a new Park Pass reservation. Disney’s Hollywood Studios entrance Remember, though, that park reservations are “limited and subject to availability.” The options that were available when you first made your reservation may not be on the table when you opt to cancel. So, you’ll definitely want to check availability for the park and date you want to go to before you cancel any current Park Pass reservations. If you have any more questions about the new Disney Park Pass System… Click here to see our Disney World Park Pass Reservation System FAQ! And you can read all about our experience using the new system by clicking here. Of course, if you’re looking for any more information about the upcoming reopening of the Walt Disney World theme parks — which begins with Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom on July 11th followed by EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios on July 15th — you can check out any of the links below. What are your thoughts so far on the new Disney Park Pass System? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: NEWS! Disney World Guests Will Not Be Able to Park Hop When Parks Reopen NEWS! New Ticket Sales and Hotel Reservations On Pause for Initial Reopening Phase of Disney World NEWS: ‘Relaxation Zones’ May Offer Guests a Chance to Briefly Remove Face Masks When Visiting Walt Disney World View the full article

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It’s already been an exciting week for Disneyland Paris with Monday’s announcement the resort will begin a phased reopening July 15. In honor of this momentous occasion, we invite you to take a virtual ride aboard one of the resort’s most thrilling attractions: Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril! Just hearing that iconic music makes me want to rush deep into the heart of Adventureland at Disneyland Park and discover what awaits me on this whip-cracking attraction. After wandering through an abandoned base camp, the temple looms over you – seemingly beckoning you to venture farther. But where has everyone gone? As you journey through dense undergrowth and past stone snake sculptures (you’re not afraid of snakes, are you?), you eventually come upon a train of mine carts headed for the excavation site. It’s at this point our virtual “Ride & Learn” begins, with mystery and uncertainty awaiting you around every twist, turn and, yes, even an inversion (did you know this was the first Disney attraction to feature such a thing?). So hold onto your fedoras and catch as many fun facts as you can! And if you’re still in the adventurous spirit, keep checking back with us here at the Disney Parks Blog for more #DisneyMagicMoments in the future. View the full article

Now that Downtown Disney is gearing up for its grand reopening on July 9th, we’ve just learned a new retail location will be coming soon called California Sole! ©California Sole The company specialty is comfortable but stylish footwear! Let’s check it out! California Sole will be opening later this summer and you can expect to find some of California’s most iconic shoe and sandal brands. ©California Sole Actually, we’re told California Sole is a rebrand of Sanuk — a popular shoe store at Disney World’s Disney Springs! ©California Sole And in addition to Sanuk styles, California Sole will also carry Vans, OluKai, Reef, and Havaianas footwear along with Stance socks, Pura Vida bracelets, and other accessories. We’ll keep our eyes peeled and let you know where in the new store is going at Downtown Disney when we stop by its grand reopening, so stay tuned! Click here to read all the important details you’ll need to know about Downtown Disney’s phased reopening! Are you excited about California Sole opening at Downtown Disney? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Cutest Caramel Apple in the World ALERT! Meet the Mickey Snowman Apple in Disneyland! NEWS! Downtown Disney Is About “LET IT GLOW” with a NEW Holiday Light Experience! Find Out Where To Score $1 Refills At Disneyland Resort! View the full article

Stride into something comfy and cool! Your feet are going to love the distinctive styles from California Sole, the new footwear store coming later this summer to the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort! Formerly known as Sanuk, this one-of-a-kind store is fresh, modern and features some of California’s most iconic shoe and sandal brands. We had a chance to chat with the owner, Wayne Heck, who walked us through the concept behind California Sole: What is California Sole and what will guests enjoy? California Sole is a California-inspired, full-service footwear store. Most of the brands we carry were born here in beautiful, sunny California and each one has an amazing story to tell. Our staff is very knowledgeable and can share with guests the stories, passion and heart—or “sole”—behind each line of footwear while providing personalized service. What lines will California Sole carry? At California Sole, we look for iconic craftsmanship and timeless style that inspires wearers to get out and get active. All the brands we carry are easy on the eyes and easy on the feet! We will be featuring Vans, Sanuk, OluKai, Reef and Havaianas, along with Stance socks, Pura Vida bracelets and other accessories. We look forward to providing our guests with plenty of options in comfort, style and price points! Tell us about the store’s new look! The minute guests step through our doors, we want them to feel the carefree, California lifestyle. Much like our logo is as bright as a California sunset, our new store will be light, bright and modern with iconic California artwork. In addition, our doors will stay open to appreciate the perfect weather. As we’ve previously announced, Downtown Disney District will begin reopening on July 9 in line with the state’s reopening guidelines, with its unique variety of shopping and dining experiences (California Sole will not be open on July 9, but will open soon after that date). With the health of guests and Disney cast members at the forefront of planning, several operational changes will be implemented based on guidance from health authorities to promote physical distancing and cleanliness throughout the Downtown Disney District. Please check Disneyland.com/DTD for more information. View the full article

Slow your scroll because we’ve got some HIGHLY important news for you! While we anxiously await Disney’s Hollywood Studios reopening so we can get back into Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, BoxLunch casually dropped TWO NEW Baby Yoda bags available for presale. ©Disney It looks like we’ll be needing to make some room in our Star Wars Loungefly collection because both bags are utterly adorable AND useful for different occasions. First up is The Child Frog Figural Mini Backpack. It’s the perfect size to pack around Galaxy’s Edge while you munch on Outpost Mix from Kat Saka’s Kettle. The good news is you don’t have to share because The Child is chowing down on a snack of his own! ©BoxLunch (Look at him scarf down that frog like the growing boy he is! The second item on our wish list is The Child Figural Insulated Lunch Bag. This cutie is big enough to hold all the chickie nuggies you could ask for. It features luxury fleece detailing on the outside and enough inside insulation to keep your choccy milk cold! Those big eyes are just begging you to take him home! ©BoxLunch Both bags are cute, functional, and, if you’re a big Baby Yoda fan, absolutely necessary for your Star Wars gear. I mean, you can never have too much Baby Yoda merchandise, right?! Can’t get enough of this cute little mister? Find out where you can take home your own Baby Yoda! Raise your hand if you think these bags are too cute for words! Will you be picking one up for yourself? Related posts: May The Force Be With You This Father’s Day With These NEW Star Wars Tees! Stop the Presses! These NEW Baby Yoda MagicBands, Phone Cases, and MORE Are MUST-Gets For Mandalorian Fans! Wait, This Baby Yoda Necklace Costs HOW MUCH?! View the full article

If you’re like us, you’re looking forward to some of the rollercoasters that are coming to Disney World. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Concept Art ©Disney Between Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and TRON Lightcycle Run, we almost have more excitement than we can handle! Now, a Disney patent we recently spotted might give us some insight into Disney’s newest roller coaster attractions. Check out this entirely new coaster ride system! Disney just published a patent for an “Eddy current vehicle drive” which is a whole new way of moving a ride vehicle — particularly, a roller coaster vehicle — up a lift hill. Traditionally, roller coasters are transported up lift hills through the use of a chain which can cause perceptible faults in smoothness if the coaster misses chain link and falls on to the next one. ©Disney While this may not be an issue on rides like Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, some roller coasters need to have a little bit of a smoother ride to really immerse guests. One example? Space-themed rides. After all, your spaceship isn’t going to fall back a little while blasting off. Well, Disney has come up with an alternate way of getting a coaster up a lift hill, and you won’t believe the way it works. It’s all MAGNETS. An eddy current is a magnetic current and Disney has found a way to pair magnets and conductors in the track with those in the ride vehicle. The result is a seamless ascent where the two parts don’t even need to touch. A smooth lift hill might seem like a tiny detail, but this is a major innovation for making coasters immersive and comfortable. ©Disney We’re not sure exactly where we’ll see this tech applied in the parks. Could it be used on one of the upcoming coasters? Maybe. After all, the patent WAS initially filed in July of 2017, the same month as the announcement of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. It could be a coincidence, but consider our interest piqued! Keep an eye on DFB for ALL of the latest updates on Disney tech! Click here to see more of Disney’s recent inventions! Do you think this tech is TOTALLY crazy? Where would you like to see it? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: One More TOTALLY NEW Way Your Phone Could Have A HUGE Impact On Your Disney World Vacation! NEWS!! Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Officially Named — PLUS Ride Details! We’re Unpacking the Latest Disney NEWS BOMB! View the full article

It’s no secret that Disney’s attractions are on the cutting edge of technology. Frozen Ever After Ride To keep its position at the forefront of theme park tech, Disney is CONSTANTLY putting out new inventions. We love combing through Disney patents to see innovations such as an interactive phone case or a crazy VR lightsaber experience. Well, we recently spotted a patent that might point to a whole new way to create a water ride! Let’s take a look! Disney has actually filed a patent for a new ride system! We noted a patent for a “Boat Capture and Launch System for Water Rides.” This one is a little more self-explanatory than some of the other inventions that they come up with. Disney has come up with a new way to control the flow of boats on a water ride. That’s pretty neat! ©Disney Essentially, the boat sits in a channel and floats into an arm-like mechanism. This mechanism can then be used to gently or quickly stop the watercraft, or gently or quickly launch it. Boat Patent ©Disney Now, the actual invention here isn’t as exciting as what it might MEAN. Sure, this system might help elongate the life of existing water rides. But what if it’s for an upcoming water ride?! Or for a BIG update on a current ride? The patent mentions that water rides are super popular, and the demand will only grow in the coming years. Could we see a new boat ride or a big update in the Disney parks in the next few years? Only time will tell! Did you know water rides are notoriously finicky? Click here to learn more! What do you think of this cool new invention? Tell us in the comments? Related posts: Review: A Disney World Hidden Gem Can Be Found On The Boardwalk! Now’s Your Chance to Find Dory and Her Friends in Disney World! Review! The New ‘Onward’ Float Is Not at All What We Expected in Disney Springs! View the full article

Two major professional sports leagues — the National Basketball Association and Major League Soccer — are preparing to resume play in Walt Disney World. ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex And today, representatives of the two Orlando teams (NBA’s Orlando Magic and MLS’s Orlando City Soccer Club) presented to Florida’s Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force to share their plans as they get ready to PLAY BALL (ok, that’s baseball, I know…) at Disney World’s ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. National Basketball Association Alex Martins, CEO Orlando Magic, began with an overview on the plans for the National Basketball Association, starting with a thank you to Orange County’s Mayor Demings and the Task Force for their work. He also thanked their “great partners” at Disney for “working hand in hand with the NBA” to create a safe environment to resume. NBA Mickey Basketballs Martins reminded those present that the NBA suspended play on March 11 and shared that the league considered “hundreds of different models” to restart the NBA season. Noting the safety of the players, coaches, and staff as the main priority, they determined resuming in one location would be the best way to control safety, and they ultimately selected the ESPN Wide World of Sports at Disney World. ESPN Tervis Tumbler Twenty-two teams will convene on July 7th. Martins also noted that teams began to convene yesterday at their individual practice facilities (where each individual is being tested every other day). When it comes to getting to Orlando, travel parties will be in groups of 35, and will be quarantined for a few days upon arrival in this “campus community,” when daily testing will also begin. Three weeks of training camp will precede game play which will begin on July 30th. While no live spectators will be present, the games will be televised “worldwide,” as they are played all day long, rotating among three facilities in the Complex. Jostens Center at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Martins also mentioned aspects of the “stringent sanitization” process surrounding every game and the courts they are played on, and those procedures will extend to areas such as weight rooms. Players are encouraged to not leave the campus. If they do, they will be quarantined for “a number of days” before rejoining. Each team will play 8 games to determine playoff seeding. Once those games are over, the playoffs will begin in their regular playoff format. If there is a NBA Finals Game 7, it would be played on October 13th, meaning that the total time of the NBA in Orlando would be right around 3 months. Throughout that time, players, coaches, and staff will be staying at three Disney World Resort hotels — the Grand Floridian, Disney’s Yacht Club, and the Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Martins stated in conclusion that this is a great opportunity for the community, and noted how “Sports has a great ability to help us heal.” In response, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings expressed that it is “truly exciting” to hear about how the NBA has gone to great lengths to ensure safety of its players, giving “kudos” to the NBA and the Orlando Magic. Major League Soccer Caesar Lopez, CAO Orlando City Soccer Club, also presented an overview for the return of Major League Soccer. Thanking the Task Force, Lopez noted that all 26 MLS teams will play at the ESPN Wide World of Sports in what they are referring to as the MLS is Back Tournament. ©MLS Noting that the season had gotten off to a great start, Lopez shared that “we are excited to have a meaningful competition” in the Wide World of Sports Complex. Play will start on July 8th and go until August 11th. Lopez stated that, similar to the NBA, having all 26 teams come to Orlando gives a chance for the League to control safety measures. Protocols will be in place with all 26 teams in a centralized location. Teams will arrive no later than 7 days prior to the first match in travel parties of no larger than 45. Magic of Disney at Orlando International Aiport Prior to arrival, testing will be conducted every other day, and the League has partnered with a lab to streamline the process. Testing will take place again immediately upon arrival in Orlando, and players will be able to train only upon receiving a negative result, in addition to other safety protocols. Likewise, there will be no fans present at the games, but the League plans to “find innovative and exciting ways” to engage fans through media. He mentioned the hope that this return will be something of a launching platform with a revised regular season schedule in each team’s home market and for the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs and the 25th MLS Cup. ESPN Tervis Tumbler Lopez also shared that the schedule will be released this week “if not sooner,” stating that the players are “ready to go” and ready to represent Orlando well. Mayor Jerry Demings, “as a former high school soccer player” himself, stated that “we appreciate what Orlando City has done for our entire community,” extending his thanks to MLS as well. And that’s the latest sports news from the DFB! We’ll keep you posted as Walt Disney World prepares to welcome not only Major League sports but also is in the process of welcoming guests back to the resort starting with select Resort hotels this week. You can visit any of the links below to catch up on all the latest. Are you a fan of the NBA or MLS… or both? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Confirmed: Major League Soccer Players Will Be Staying at Disney World’s Swan and Dolphin Resort! NEWS: Major League Soccer Will Play Their MLS is Back Tournament in Disney World This July! NEWS: Major League Soccer Set to Resume 2020 Season at Walt Disney World’s ESPN Wide World of Sports View the full article

Ever wanted to sip a Mai Tai with one of your favorite Golden Girls?? The only correct answer is, “YES, PLEASE. How and where?” ©Disney Earlier, we revealed the 16 oz tiki mugs featuring Rose, Blanche, Dorothy, and Sophia from Toynk. Well, get the cheesecake ready and put on the coffee because summer is HERE. And what better way to celebrate than by drinking out of the most ADORABLE Golden Girl mini mugs this side of Miami?! The NEW Golden Girl Geeki Tiki Muglets holds 2 ounces and just big enough for your favorite crafted shot. ©Toynk (The photo above looks like the glasses contain a cheesecake concoction that looks absolutely heavenly.) Much like the larger mugs, each glass is inspired by the four sassy ladies of Florida. Add a touch of tiki flair and you’ve got yourself the best summer buy since the Baby Yoda Build-a-Bear. ©Toynk These mugs are made with one part Sophia’s sass, one part Rose’s cuteness, and one part AMAZING. We can’t think of anything that will look better on your patio table than these brightly colored beauties. So curl up with your favorite Golden Girls book, shake up a chilled cocktail, and get ready for summer with four of your best friends! Grab your muglet now before everyone at Shady Pines does first! What do you think? Will you be adding these Golden Girl delights to your collection? Related posts: We’ve Got All the Disney Merch You Need for the Sunny Days Ahead! DFB Video: Latest Disney Parks News — CEO Shakeup, HUGE Refurb News, and MORE! Disney BOARD Games So You’ll Never Be BORED Again! View the full article

Disney World’s Disney Park Pass theme park reservation system went live earlier this week. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge The new system has been in high-demand, with glitches even popping up due to the volume of guests attempting to make reservations. Reservations for Hollywood Studios, especially, have been a hot commodity with July 15th, 16th, and 17th booked up within the first day of reservations. Now, Disney Park Passes for Hollywood Studios are unavailable Saturday, July 18th, too. We were checking in on Disney Park Pass availability today when we noticed that Hollywood Studios is marked out on July 18th. This means that there are no more passes available for the initial wave of resort guests on that day. Disney Park Pass Availability Screenshot Don’t worry though! Disney may have held reservations back for the opening of availability for Annual Passholders on June 26th and non-resort Ticketed Guests on June 28th. Keep an eye on DFB for all of the latest Disney Park Pass updates! Click here to learn more about the high demand for Hollywood Studios reservations. Hoping to head to Hollywood Studios when the parks reopen? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: Why Disney World Could Be Very DIFFERENT When It Reopens NEWS and TUTORIAL: Here’s How Disney World’s Theme Park Pass Reservation System Will Work News: Disney World’s Rise of the Resistance Reportedly Won’t Use Boarding Groups At Reopening View the full article

If you’re like us, you’re TOTALLY pumped for the new Muppet series coming to Disney+. ©Disney+ Muppets Now is set to debut on Disney’s streaming service July 31st and we can’t WAIT to check out the antics of Kermit, Gonzo, Miss Piggy, and… Joe from Legal? Take a look at the new trailer! Disney+ released the new trailer for Muppets Now and it shows the return of a bunch of our favorite Muppets, plus some special guests! Don’t tell Joe from Legal, but we spotted Linda Cardellini, Taye Diggs, Aubrey Plaza, Ru Paul, and Seth Rogen. Watch the new trailer here! We can’t WAIT to stream Muppets Now next month. Keep an eye on DFB for all the latest Muppet-y news! Click here to learn more about Muppets Now! Are you excited for this new Muppets show? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: Hi Ho! The Muppets Have a New Show Coming to Disney+ This Summer! NEW Muppets Show Original Series Coming to Disney+ with ‘Muppets Now!’ Here’s EVERYTHING Coming to Disney+ in July Including Hamilton and Muppets Now! View the full article

We know there’s been some confusion over the 14-day self-quarantine order which requires all New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut residents traveling to Florida to self-quarantine for two weeks upon entry into the state, which, at time of press, is still in effect. Walt Disney World Resort entrance And we already know Disney World is taking every precaution to ensure its guests aren’t experiencing any symptoms of illness and requiring all resort guests regardless of which state they’re coming from to complete a Health Acknowledgment prior to their stay. But now it appears things are getting even more complicated for residents of the tri-states. That’s because in addition to completing a required two-week quarantine upon arriving in Florida, tri-state residents now also being required to complete a 14-day quarantine when they return home. Theme park reporter Scott Gustin just confirmed this order on his Twitter account. Cases have been on the rise in nine states including Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Washington, Utah, and Texas. According to the Governor of New York, Andrew M. Cuomo, in accordance with local health officials they’ve have established a new travel advisory for residents returning home from these states that have been identified as having a high infection rate. Florida Sunset The new criteria for the travel advisory that has been established is 10 infections per 100,000 residents on a seven-day rolling average or 10 percent of the state’s total population infected on rolling seven day average. Since Florida’s cases exceed this threshold, Cuomo has announced residents of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut must self-quarantine upon their return home after visiting the state of Florida. This means completing a required two weeks of self-quarantine BEFORE and AFTER your stay. Palm Trees “We are announcing a joint travel advisory. People coming from states with a high infection rate must quarantine for 14 days, “ Cuomo said earlier today. This travel advisory includes not only travel to Florida, but the other eight states listed above as well. We’ll continue to provide more updates on this developing travel advisory for tri-state residents. Click here for the latest information regarding travel to Disney World and Disneyland! Do you reside in a state that’s impacted by this new travel advisory? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below. Related posts: If You’re Planning to Visit Disney World From One of THESE States Soon, You Need to Read THIS! NEWS: Orlando Mayor Cancels 4th of July Fireworks Display News! Florida’s Vacation Rentals Near Disney World Have Been Approved to Reopen View the full article

Hurricane season is HERE, so Florida is getting prepared. Epcot Rain Clouds The Sunshine State, ironically, is no stranger to nasty storms. Residents and tourists alike have been weathering hurricanes for years, and a few of these storms have even led to closures of Disney World! This year, though, the same old protocols that have been in use for years just aren’t going to cut it. Florida is rewriting its hurricane policy right now. Here’s why AND what YOU need to know. Why does Florida need a new hurricane policy? The 2020 hurricane season is expected to be different from past years in a few ways. For one, the season is expected to be super active according to analysts. For reference, 2019 was very active as well with six hurricanes forming throughout the season including the Category 5 storm, Hurricane Dorian. Hurricane Day in Disney According to ABC Action News, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis acknowledged the risk saying, “Hopefully, we don’t have to deal with a hurricane, but I think we have to assume we’re going to have one.” A Rainy Magic Kingdom This year is also differentiated by the fact that hurricane season will overlap with the current global health crisis. Health and safety measures may have to change when it comes to evacuating and sheltering citizens in high-risk areas — like Central Florida and, by extension, Disney World. Click here to learn more about what analysts are predicting for this year’s hurricane season. What does the new plan take into account? The new plan, though not fully developed, seeks to keep people safe in the extreme conditions of the health crisis AND a hurricane. According to ABC Action News, the state isn’t in the best shape to handle a storm. Hospitals and medical supplies are stretched thin, the economy is in recession, unemployment is growing, and physical distancing requirements are still in effect. Light Crowds in Adventureland in Hurricane Season The new hurricane plan seeks to provide a solution to some of these constraints. State Emergency Management Director Jared Moskowitz took the following into account, “How do I evacuate people that might be COVID-19 positive? What do we do with our hospitals? Are we using schools for shelters? How are we doing that? How are we separating populations?” The new protocols seek to address these concerns, and Florida teams aren’t undergoing this redrafting process on their own. The state is also signing with national consulting firms to help determine policies that are aimed at protecting people while preventing illness. Grounded Disney Springs Balloon Some ideas that have been determined so far include testing for illness at storm shelters, setting up specific sites for those that are infected, and providing hotel space to those who are unable to afford a safe place. Again, the plan is still in development, but the goal is to balance storm AND health concerns. Click here to learn about how the state of the economy could affect Disney. What do you need to know? Keeping up with the hurricane policy is, of course, important for Florida Residents; but if you’re planning a trip to Disney World, you need to be aware too! If you end up in Disney World during a hurricane, having a backup plan will be critical for you and your family! Walt Disney World Entrance The way that Florida has handled hurricanes for years is going to see some changes to help keep people safe from a double threat. Disney’s hurricane policy may change to follow government guidance if needed. If you live in Florida, be sure to have a plan in place for if a hurricane comes your way — and make sure to keep the global health crisis in mind! Disney Springs Hurricane Clouds If you’re traveling to Disney during hurricane season, you can read up on Disney World’s hurricane policy HERE to know what to expect. And remember, even if a storm doesn’t make landfall in Florida, weather can be especially volatile this time of year. Make sure that you’re prepared to see rainy or stormy days in the theme parks! To watch our VIDEO on surviving Disney World weather, click here! It’s always important to be aware of plans and protocols in the event of a hurricane, but with the potential changes in light of the global health crisis, those may be critical to revisit. Stick with DFB and we’ll give you all of the latest news on how hurricane season will affect Disney World and what YOU can do to be prepared. Click here to see what an extra active hurricane season could mean for YOU. Traveling to Florida during hurricane season? Ask any questions and share your thoughts in the comments! Related posts: The OTHER Big Problem Disney World Has To Face in 2020 6 Tips for Planning a Disney World Trip During Hurricane Season The BEST Hurricane-Ready Hotels in Disney World! View the full article

In the market for a new pair of Minnie Ears? Well, boy, do we have news for you! Ears Section of World of Disney We’re ALWAYS checking in on shopDisney for the cutest and latest Disney merch. Can you blame us? Recently we’ve found goodies like some gorgeous Dooney & Bourke bags and a restock of the ADORABLE The Child plush. If you’re in a shopping mood today, you’re in luck! Your cart is going to be a little less expensive. shopDisney announced FREE SHIPPING for today only! Today only!? Well, we better get shopping! Once you’ve got your cart filled up, just use the code FREESHIP at checkout to take advantage of this deal. ©Disney If you need us, we’ll be picking out all of our favorite Disney shirts online. Remember to keep up with DFB for all the new shopDisney and Disney merchandise news! Click here to check out some gorgeous accessories on shopDisney! Will you be snagging something new from Disney today? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: Shoppers Alert! The Cutest Two Disney Kitchenware Collections Just Popped Up Online! This NEW Inside Out Romper Has Us Feeling All Kinds of Interesting Emotions… Disney Just Released a Fly New Mickey Collection That’s Made With Recycled Plastic Bottles! View the full article

Disney Cruise Line has already announced that European sailings are canceled through October 2nd, 2020, and Canadian sailings are canceled through September 14th, 2020. Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Dream And just recently, Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy sailings have been canceled through September 15th, 2020. Even though we don’t know when sailings will resume, Disney Cruise Line wants to help folks book their cruises with confidence again! Disney Cruise Line has just introduced a new cruise date flexibility policy. Screenshot from Disney Cruise Line’s Website Guests with pre-existing bookings and those who make new bookings will have the extra assurance of knowing they can modify their reservation up to 15 days before their departure date without penalty. The “flexible dates” offer is good through August 31st, 2020 through March 31st, 2021. Screenshot from Disney Cruise Line’s Website In the details listed on Disney Cruise Line’s website, it states all guests may take advantage of this offer and may change their sailing date to a future sailing date prior to April 1st, 2022, (standard prevailing rates will apply). However, if you choose to move your sailing date, you can’t change your reservation back to the original date you booked your cruise for. Screenshot from Disney Cruise Line’s Website Adventures by Disney has also just extended their cancellations through September 15th and you can click here to learn more about it! Click here to read the latest details regarding Disney World, Disneyland, and Disney Cruise Line travel! Will you be booking a cruise now that Disney Cruise Line is offering flexible dates? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: New Cruise Line Health Protocols Discussed at Re-Open Florida Task Force Meeting Here’s a Roundup of Every Cancellation and Postponement Officially Announced By Disney! Review! Hop on Over for these Easter Treats on the Disney Cruise Line! View the full article