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Although Mulan‘s premiere has been pushed back due to the Coronavirus outbreak, you can still channel your inner warrior with special items around Disney World! ©Disney While we’ve already seen the mightiest merchandise around inspired by the live-action film (New popcorn bucket and sipper? Yes pls!), now you can grab a treat that’s as pretty as a cherry blossom! Thanks to @chef_alanarras, we got to see the Mulan Petit Cake that has flipped into Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs. Mulan Petit Cake The red cake is decorated with golden embellishments, “armor,” Mulan’s flower hair comb, and the film’s logo! Mulan Petit Cake We think that this dessert will bring honor to us all and we can’t wait to see what’s inside! Will you be in Disney World during the park closures? Here’s everything you need to know about what’s happening with Coronavirus! Will you be in Disney Springs while the parks are closed? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s NEW at Disney Springs: The Her Universe Star Wars Collection, NEW Park Life Dooneys, and Rock the Dots Merch! This NEW Cinderella Cake in Disney World Almost Looks Too Good To Eat…ALMOST! Samoa Fans, You’re Going to Want to See THIS Rice Krispie Treat in Disney World! View the full article

SeaWorld Parks has announced the temporary closure of their Theme Parks. SeaWorld Parks joins Disney and Universal in closing their US Theme Parks. Effective 16 March SeaWorld Parks will be closing all of their parks in Florida, California, Texas, Virginia, and Pennsylvania through the end of the month. Updates and FAQs can be obtained at […] The post SeaWorld Parks Theme Parks to Close appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

Universal Has announced the closure of their east and west coast theme parks. Along with Disney and SeaWorld Parks, Universal has announced the temporary closure of their US Theme Parks. Universal Orlando Resort Theme Parks to close starting 16 March 2020 Universal Orlando Resort Hotels – Remain Open Universal CityWalk Remains Open Expected closure is […] The post Universal Theme Parks to Close appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

As Tigger would say, it’s time to bid Disneyland a “ta ta for now”! The parks will be closing their gates through the end of the month as a precaution for the Coronavirus outbreak. Splitsville While you can’t snack on a park churro or Dole Whip for the time being, you can still add some extra pixie dust to your day by visiting Downtown Disney! While the shopping and dining area won’t be closing just yet, there are a few changes coming soon. Starting March 16th, Downtown Disney will be changing its regular 7 AM until 1 AM hours to a temporary 10 AM until 10 PM schedule instead. Catal and UVA Bar However, if you’re already in Disneyland, you can still stop by some of your favorite restaurants and go for a shopping spree while the parks are closed. Want all your Disneyland Coronavirus questions answered? We’ve got everything you need to know here! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Heather Sievers is DisneyFoodBlog’s Dining in Disneyland columnist! Check out more of her adventures at @DininginDisney on Instagram! Will you be visiting Downtown Disney during the park closures? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: DFB Video: Disney Parks Around the World Close, New Lands Get Opening Dates & Mulan Merch Comes to shopDisney! We Have A Sneak Peek at the NEW Magic Happens Parade Merchandise Coming to Disneyland (And There Are SORCERER EARS)! Coconut on a CORN DOG? Check Out This New Snack in Disneyland! View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another DFB Video, and today we’re talking about ALL the recent Disney Parks news! Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom With the Coronavirus outbreak, the Disney Parks are taking every precaution they can around the world to ensure guests’ safety. Even though we’ll have to say goodbye to the parks for now, there’s still PLENTY of new and exciting lands, food, and more making their way back in Disney soon! We’re talking about closures of all the Disney Parks, the opening date for Avengers Campus, some of the most amazing treats ever (hellooo, Mint-Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwich), and MORE! So, what are you waiting for?? Check out all the big Disney Parks news in our latest DFB Video! And if you love this video, there’s plenty more for you to enjoy over on our DFB YouTube Channel! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! So check out the video and then let us know: What are you the most excited to see when the Disney Parks reopen? Related posts: DFB Video: Latest Disney Parks News — NEW Hotels, NEW Restaurants & TONS of Festival News for 2020! DFB Video: Our 13 Favorite Ways Celebrate Christmas in Disney World! DFB Video: Latest Disney Parks News — CEO Shakeup, HUGE Refurb News, and MORE! View the full article

Tomorrow, we’ll have to say “goodbye for now” to all the parks in Disney World until the end of the month. AMC Although you might not be able to hop on your favorite attractions or meet some characters, you can still have a great time exploring Disney Springs! But, if you have any plans to pop by AMC Theatre, you might want to make sure you snag those movie tickets ASAP! In a statement released by the AMC CEO and President, Adam Aron, AMC Theatres will now be limiting their seating availability to only 50% of normal capacity to enforce social distancing. The Rise of Skywalker at AMC During each showtime, the screenings will appear to be sold out when they hit this 50% capacity mark from March 14th through April 30th. On top of that, the theatres will be following “enhanced cleaning protocols” between each showtime and “high-touch point areas” like handrails, doorknobs, kiosks, counter tops, restroom areas, and glass will be wiped down at least once an hour. Crew members will be staying home if they feel ill and AMC encourages guests to do the same. Maleficent at AMC So, if you’re looking for a few hours out of the house or your resort, you can still enjoy Onward in Disney Springs! Looking to reschedule or refund your Disney World vacation? You can check out everything you need to know here! Will you be going to see a movie in Disney Springs this month? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Support Your Fave Teams at All-Star Weekend at the NBA Experience in Disney World! You Can Build Your Own MAGIC WAND in Disney World (and We’re Basically Obsessed)! You Can Get a Shave and a Haircut WHERE in Disney World?! View the full article

It looks like the end of the rainbow must be in Disney Springs! You can find your pot of gold at STK Orlando with this St. Patrick’s Day special! STK Sign If you’re searching for a good deal in Disney Springs, you’re in luck — STK Orlando just announced a St. Patrick’s Day special! If you enjoy Happy Hour as much as us, we have some great news! In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, STK Orlando is offering an All-Day Happy Hour special from March 15th-17th! STK The Lil’ Corned Beef Sliders are highlighted as the festive option, but that’s not the only thing you can get on the Happy Hour menu! All-Day Happy Hour Special at STK Orlando The food options are relatively upscale for Happy Hour bites — and we aren’t complaining! A few highlights are the Watermelon, Feta, & Olive Bites for $5.00, the Bone-In Filet Lollipop for $7.00, and the Shrimp Cocktail for $8.00. ©STK But don’t worry, there are a few more standard choices too! If you’re looking for something closer to typical bar food, the Tater Tots or Lil’ BRG & Truffle Fries might be a good choice for you for $5.00! Truffle Fries And of course, there are drink specials as well! Guests can enjoy half-off specialty cocktails and $10 Justin Cabernet & Vievite Rose. Strawberry Cobbler and Secret Affair Yup, that definitely sounds like a Happy Hour we can get behind! If you’re looking for a good deal on an appetizer or drink at Disney Springs, you’ll want to pop into STK while this special lasts! Will you be taking advantage of this All-Day Happy Hour special? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Want to Score a FREE Slider in Disney Springs This Labor Day Weekend? Find Out How! Disney World Mac and Cheese Gallery Review: The Boathouse in Disney Springs: Still Smooth Sailing or Adrift at Sea? View the full article

The last few weeks have been twinged with a peculiar air of uncertainty due to the widespread yet unpredictable nature of the COVID-19 virus, otherwise known as Coronavirus. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge When news first came out that some of the overseas Disney parks would be closing down in an abundance of precaution against the highly-infectious disease, many of us were concerned about what would happen here in the States. Now it seems we finally have an answer. And if you, like many, were planning on visiting Disney parks in the next few weeks, this outcome of Disneyland and Disney World closing soon for the rest of March probably isn’t what you were all hoping for, but at least it’s a resolution. With this decision to close the U.S. Disney theme parks also comes some peace of mind. You no longer have to worry about what you should do, but now you need to know what you can do to cancel your trip. Epcot Read our Disneyland and Disney World FAQ regarding closures and cancellations here! We’re going to give you a checklist of how to proceed if you had booked a Disney trip from now through March 31st, 2020. Here’s What You Need to Do: Check With Your Airline First, you will want to reach out to your airline to see if they will allow you to modify or cancel your flight. Certain airlines such as Southwest will typically allow you to change your flight without a service fee. However, due to the impact that Coronavirus is having on the airline industry, many airlines that normally do not allow free modifications are making an exception. You can expect a long wait when you call your airline. We’d recommend going online first to see if your airline will allow you to modify your reservation online before picking up the phone. Mickey and Friends Topiaries If you used a travel agency or third party service to book your flights, you might need to reach out to them first. They also might be able to handle your other reservations on your behalf. Inquire About Canceling Any Rentals Including Cars, EVCs, Strollers or Non-Disney Hotels Since many Disneyland and Disney World guests use third-parties to provide them with additional services during their stay, each one will need to be contacted to modify any reservations. These could be orders you’ve placed several months ago for vehicles, equipment, etc., so think hard. Again, this might take some time due to how many folks are finding themselves in similar situations, so be patient. Space Mountain Refunds for Hotel Reservations at Disneyland Hotels Disneyland Hotels will remain until Monday, March 16th, at which point they’ll be closed until at least the end of March. For now, the only way to be refunded or change a reservation at any Disneyland Hotel is to call The Walt Disney Travel Company at (714) 520-5050. A Disneyland representative will also be able to assist you with getting a refund for any pay-in-advance experiences or any separate, specially-tickets events you may have purchased which are scheduled between March 14th and March 31st. The Disneyland Hotel We’ve heard the phone lines, again, are very backed up. So be patient. If you can’t get through, try again at a later time. There’s no immediate rush to take care of all of this, so try to keep calm. You’ll eventually speak to someone and clear everything up. Refunds for Hotel Reservations at Disney World Hotels Guests who are booked to stay at a Disney World Hotel between March 16th and March 31st can call to modify or cancel their Disney World Hotel reservations should they choose to do so. Animal Kingdom Lodge Due to the high volume of calls right now, it could take several hours to get through to a Disney World representative. That’s why Disney will automatically issue you a refund in the form of the original payment you used within 7 days of your original check-in date should you choose to do nothing. That being said, a Cast Member confirmed for us today that should you call and cancel your trip, you will receive reimbursement within 7-10 business days of the date you cancel. So hanging on the line might prove useful to some folks wanting to receive their refunds a little faster. Unlike Disneyland’s Hotels, Disney World’s Hotels will remain open while the theme parks temporarily close. Even if you don’t reach out to Disney, you will still receive reimbursement as long as you don’t check-in for your reservation. Magic Kingdom Fireworks If you took advantage of online check-in already, be sure to give Disney a call when you can. They’ll be happy to assist you. Since Disneyland and Disney World are only tentatively scheduled to be closed until the end of March, there is a possibility they might remain closed for even longer. If you were planning on visiting Disney World in the months following March, you can change or cancel your hotel reservation with a check-in date from any time starting now through June 30th, 2020 without incurring a $50 fee that’s normally charged for modifying a trip. Here’s What You DON’T Need to Do: In addition to not worrying about your Disney World Hotel reservations (as long as you’re not wanting to expedite the refund process), you also don’t need to cancel any FastPasses or Advance Dining Reservations scheduled between March 16th through March 31st. These will be canceled automatically on your behalf. If you have reservations at a location remaining open, like a Disney Springs restaurant or a resort restaurant, as long as you haven’t checked in for your resort reservation, your ADRs should be canceled. If you’re worried, you can always cancel yourself or give Disney a call to be sure. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Any additional pay-in-advance experiences you’ve scheduled during this time will also be automatically reimbursed to you without any action on your part. Modify Your Park Tickets At this time, you don’t need to do anything with your already purchased park tickets. Even if you contact Disney, they will tell you they aren’t issuing refunds for park tickets at this time. However, Disney will be automatically extending your multi-day tickets with unused days or tickets that were specifically-dated between March 12th and March 31st, 2020. You’ll now have until December 15th, 2020 without any work to be done on your end. If you’re unable to use your tickets by that date, Disney will credit the value of your unused tickets towards another ticket purchase for a future date. Of importance to some guests, Florida Resident Discover Disney Tickets may be used at Disney World through July 31st, 2020 and Disney World Annual Passholders will have their AP memberships extended by the same number of days the parks remain closed. Disney’s BoardWalk Click here to read more about Disney World’s policy for theme park tickets affect by Coronavirus closure. Refunds for Extra Event Tickets Guests who have purchased special tickets to extra events at Disney World’s closed theme parks such as Disney’s After Hours, Disney Villains After Hours and Disney Early Morning Magic for dates between March 16th and March 31st will automatically be refunded. We hope we’ve helped you make sense of the next steps you will and won’t need to take regarding the travel arrangements you’ve made to either of the U.S. Disney parks. For even more answers to some common questions regarding Disneyland and Disney World’s temporary closure, click here! Have you gone through the process of canceling a Disney trip before? What are some of the challenges you’ve faced? Tell us in the comments below. Related posts: Disney World and Disneyland Coronavirus Closure Questions Answered! Worried About Losing Your Disney Vacation Club Points with the Coronavirus Outbreak? We Have All the Details You Need to Know! Find Out Which Disney Attractions Are Closed For Refurbishment This Week! View the full article

The temporary closure of the Disneyland Resort parks — Disneyland and Disney California Adventure — due to concerns over the Coronavirus goes into effect today, March 14th. Sleeping Beauty Castle Disney has provided the following information to Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders in light of the closure. An email sent to Disneyland Annual Passholders shares that, as is the case for Annual Passholders in Walt Disney World, Passholders who hold Passports which are valid during the closure period (which, at press time, is scheduled to last through March 31, 2020) “will have their Passport expiration date extended based on pass type and level of access due to the impacts of the closure.” Passholders will see the new extended date on their Passport account before the parks reopen. Disneyland Annual Passholder Information screenshot Note that Passholders who participate in the Monthly Payment Program will continue to make payments as scheduled. Disney also states that “These Annual Passholders will have their Passport expiration date extended based on pass type and level of access due to the impacts of the closure, and will not be required to make any payments during that extended period.” Reservations made by Disney Flex Passholders be cancelled during the closure without penalty. As a reminder, the Hotels of Disneyland will not close until Monday, March 16th, and Downtown Disney is currently scheduled to remain open. We here at DFB have been tracking the steps that Disney has taken around the parks to prevent the spread of Coronavirus. You can learn more about that here. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out more from Disneyland here! Related posts: Photos: See What Crowds Are Like at Disneyland the Day Before Park Closure Due to Coronavirus Concerns Disneyland Is EXEMPT From California Governor’s Recommendation Against Large Gatherings News! Disneyland Will Be Donating Its Excess Food During Coronavirus Closure View the full article

The past couple days and weeks have been a whirlwind with all the Disney parks closing in response to the Coronavirus outbreak. Cinderella Castle Refurbishment Many have been forced to or have elected to stay home in an effort to protect themselves and others and it seems Disney is attempting to bring a small ray of sunshine to what could be a confusing and dark time. Many of us are prepped and ready in our homes (we’ve got TP and cans to share!), and many are already wondering what to do for the next several days out of the normal routine. Not to fear, Disney+ is here! And they have a special surprise to bring a little joy to your weekend! Anna and Elsa at Epcot’s 2020 Flower and Garden Festival Although Frozen II was originally set to release on June 26th, Disney has just announced that the movie will begin streaming on March 15th! Disney’s Frozen II Coming to Disney+ Yes, as in TWO DAYS from now! This came as quite the surprise, but hey — we’re here for it! Although no movie can amend the impacts of the latest events, we sure are thankful for this extra dose of Disney magic. Check out the answers to some of the most common questions about Disney and the Coronavirus here! Will you be streaming Frozen II on Disney+? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Hey, Western Europe! We’ve Got A Big Disney+ Update For Ya New Original Content Coming to Disney+! We’ve Got the Details! Check out the latest Baby Yoda Addition to Disney+! View the full article

Well, it’s true that the four Walt Disney World parks will be closed on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17th, in light of concerns over the Coronavirus, with closure officially effective beginning Monday, March 16th. Les Vins de France However, the Cast Members at Les Vins de Chefs de France in Epcot’s France pavilion have still managed to share some St. Patrick’s Day joy a little early by giving a beloved bevvy a green makeover. That’s right… for the next few days, in any case, the Grey Goose Citron Lemon Slush has gone green again this year! Here is the regular appearance… Grey Goose Citron Slush And HERE is what it looks like now! GREEN Grey Goose Citron Slush You can also still get the Grand Marnier Orange Slush, which maintains its regular hue. Grand Marnier Orange Slush Speaking of drinks you can still get… remember, while the Walt Disney World theme parks are temporarily closed, the Disney World Resort hotels and Disney Springs are — at press time — set to remain open. Shamrockerita at BoardWalk Joe’s So if you’re looking to grab a green drink in Disney World on March 17th, be sure to check out the scene around Disney’s BoardWalk, which includes options like the Lucky Grasshopper at Belle Vue Lounge, the Shamrockerita at BoardWalk Joe’s, and the Magical Leprechaun at Leaping Horse Libations! Related posts: What’s New in Epcot — Christmas Decorations, Space 220 Construction, and MORE! #OnThe List: The Grand Marnier Orange Slush in Epcot’s France Spotted — NEW Macaron Packaging in Epcot’s France Pavilion! View the full article

With the recent park closures and changes to cruises, Disney vacations are a little bit of a tight spot right now (but there’s some extra pixie dust trying to help that!). Beach Club Resort While Disney World and Disneyland are shutting their gates along with the rest of the Disney Parks around the world, the Disney Cruise Line is canceling upcoming departures as a precaution from the Coronavirus. So, if you’re a Disney Vacation Club Member, what does that mean for your points? Well, we did a little digging and got all the answers for you! Since the parks will be closing, Disney Vacation Club reservations will be receiving the same treatment as other guests staying at the resorts. Disney Vacation Club Sales Kiosk If members are booked at a Disney World Resort hotel from March 16th through March 31st, they may “modify or cancel their Disney Resort room reservation or Walt Disney World Travel Company package up to their original check-in date.” However, if they don’t wish to take action, their Disney Vacation Club points will automatically be credited back into their account within 7 days of their original arrival date. Saratoga Springs Resort However, one of the coolest parts about the Disney Vacation Club is that you don’t have to be a member to use the points for booking! Through third-party services like David’s Vacation Club Rentals, you can “buy” points from members to make reservations at the resorts. Animal Kingdom Lodge While they normally will not give you a refund, guests have stated that these rental agencies are working with them to either get a refund on their vacation or reschedule their trip for a later date with the current situation in the Disney Parks. Buuut, this does mean that guests may not be able to stay at their original Disney Resort of choice, depending on the booking changes. Disney’s Coronado Springs Along with the care put into all the reservations around the Disney Parks, we’re so glad to see that Disney Vacation Club members are being prioritized too! All your Coronavirus questions about the parks have been answered here! Check out everything you need to know! We will keep updating this post with more information as it develops! Are you a Disney Vacation Club Member? And, do you have a vacation planned with Disney soon? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: News! Disneyland Will Be Donating Its Excess Food During Coronavirus Closure DFB Video: Bizarre Disney Honeymoon Stories… and Tips We Learned From Them! DFB Video: 5 Disney Changes That Turned Out Way Better Than Expected View the full article

Hello, Mouseketeers! We sure wish we could give you one of these Bubble Waffle Sundaes served in a souvenir Mickey Ear Hat and a BIG HUG right about now! Bubble Waffle Sundae from AristoCrepes But even though the Disney World theme parks will be closing after Sunday, there’s a silver lining! Disney Springs hasn’t announced any plans to close in light of recent events, so if you’re looking for a quick Disney fix, you’ll still be able to enjoy the shops and restaurants of Disney World’s entertainment district! Speaking of Disney Springs, we stopped by to check out what’s been happening since our last visit! Check out the new foods and merchandise we recently spotted throughout Disney Springs right here as we take you on a virtual walk around one of our favorite Disney stomping grounds! Food Update at Disney Springs Hot Diggity Dogs Perhaps the hottest bit of news we have to share with you is that there’s a brand new Hot Diggity Dogs food truck that’s just pulled into Disney Springs! Hot Diggity Dog Food Truck We couldn’t wait to get our hands on the five styles of signature all-beef hot dogs the new quick-service spot serves! Chicago Dog Read our FULL REVIEW of Hot Diggity Dogs HERE! And if you thought “the puppies” were great, you gotta check out the Loaded House-Made Chips which you can get all gussied up the same way as any of their dogs! Santa Fe Loaded Chips To put it frank, this rolling hot dog wagon is one seriously delicious addition to Disney Springs’ foodie scene! Check it out next time you’re looking to nosh on something, especially if you’re a hot dog lover! Check out our FULL Hot Diggity Dogs review here! D-Luxe Burger We know we got some Bananas Fosters fans in da house! You folks will be thrilled to find out D-Luxe Burger is now serving a boozy Bananas Foster Shake for $12! It’s made with Bols Creme de Banana liqueur, toasted marshmallow flavor, crushed graham crackers, caramel, and creamy vanilla gelato! We’ll let you decide whether you should spilt this one — or not, with your bunch of banana buddies! Bananas Foster Shake Check out our FULL REVIEW of the new Banana Foster Shake HERE! AristoCrepes And that adorable Mickey ear hat-shaped bowlful of sin we showed you earlier? That’s the new Salted Caramel Waffle in Mickey Souvenir Dish for $17.99! As if we thought AristoCrepes Bubble Waffle Sundaes could get any BETTER, right? We’re truly speechless by this new creature and we say, welcome to the world, you wonderful sundae, you! Bubble Waffle Sundae at AristoCrepes Learn more about the new Mickey Ear Hat Souvenir Bowl here! All this eating has really worked up our appetite to do some SHOPPING! Time to hit the bricks and see all there is to see! Merchandise Update at Disney Springs Ever After Co. The new “Nothing Can Stop Us Now” Designer Ear Hat by Kevin Rafferty has finally made it’s way to Disney Springs. The ears light up while the theme song from Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway plays and it can be yours for $78. Nothing Can Stop Us Now Designer Ears Find out more details about the Nothing Can Stop Us Now Designer Ears HERE! World of Disney Meanwhile, there was a run of fun to be found at World of Disney starting with this new Rainbow Walt Disney World Logo Hat for $27.99. Rainbow Walt Disney World Hat If you’re looking for even more pops of color to add to your Disney wardrobe, we also discovered the new Coral Minnie Ears for $29.99 were in stock here! We originally discovered them at Epcot, but they seem to be making their way around right now! Coral Minnie Ears Fascinated by the Coral Minnie Ears? So Are WE! Read more about them HERE! The new Mulan Minnie Ears have also done a flying kick into Disney Springs! These beauties cost $29.99 and they’re double-sided, just like Mulan and her alter ego Ping! Mulan Minnie Ears Take a closer look at the Mulan ears here! There’ been a lot of sweet Mickey denim action at the parks recently and this new Denim Mickey Loungefly Backpack is no exception! It costs $75 and features little Mickey designs all over it! Denim Loungefly Backpack And if you’re looking for a little bling to rock with your denim, we stumbled across this glammed up Sequin Mickey Hat for $27.99! Sequin Mickey Hat We know how much you guys love Disney Pens, so check out these fantastic new ones we just spotted featuring each of the Disney princesses for $12 each! Here’s the Belle Pen! Belle Pen And check out the Cinderella Pen! She looks like one classy lady to waltz, I mean write with! Cinderella Pen And lastly, here’s the Princess Aurora Pen! Did you notice how they all have unique caps? Pretty nifty if you ask us! Princess Aurora Pen WonderGround Gallery at Marketplace Co-Op There’s a lot of Mulan at the Marketplace Co-Op right now in celebration of the new live-action remake! Check out this striking Mulan Artwork by Leilani Joy! This Large Canvas Print of Mulan dressed as Ping costs $295. Mulan Artwork Meanwhile, you can also purchase the Mulan Artwork as a postcard for $5.99 for significant savings! Mulan Postcard Here’s another work of Mulan-inspired artwork by the same artist for $195. Mulan Short Hair Artwork Both Mulan masterpieces are also available as matted prints for $39.99. Mulan Matted Print But you can also get the one of Mulan giving her hair a bit of a trim as a gorgeous Ornament for $24.99! Mulan Ornament The Dress Shop Next door at The Dress Shop, we discovered the Minnie Floral Dress for $128 was in stock! We’ve previously seen it at Hollywood Studios now that Epcot’s 2020 Flower and Garden Festival is underway, but it’s nice to know you’ll still be able to find the floral frock along with the rest of The Dress Shop’s vintage-inspired designs! Minnie Floral Dress Fancy this Minnie Floral Dress from The Dress Shop? Learn more about it HERE! Disney Pin Traders Wanting to kick-up your MagicBand collection? How about the new Mulan MagicBand for $24.99! We’ve seen it at other places, but now it’s bringing honor to us all at Disney Springs! Mulan MagicBand Click here to find out more details about the Mulan MagicBand! Star Wars Trading Post We know you’re not one to brag, by why not show off your Jedi prowess a little with this great “The Force is Strong in my Family” Shirt for $24.99? The Force is Strong in My Family Shirt DisneyStyle And our last stop brings us to DisneyStyle where this adorable Kermit Patch for $9.99 is serving us all some serious Rainbow Connection feels. Kermit Patch Well, there you have it, friends! That’s all for this edition of What’s New in Disney Springs — until next time! We’ll be back soon with more food, construction, and merchandise updates for you, so stay tuned! Which Disney Springs store is your favorite to shop in? Tell us in the comments below! 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Disneyland Resort is currently preparing for a temporary park closure beginning Saturday, March 14th due to precautions surrounding the Coronavirus. Disneyland While the Disneyland Resort hotels will remain open until March 16th, we are taking notice of the crowds in Disneyland park as tomorrow’s park closure — which also applies to Disney California Adventure — draws near. (Downtown Disney is, at press time, set to remain open). Now, it’s important to keep in mind one more factor affecting crowd levels in Disneyland that you will certainly notice in our photos… Rain in Disneyland Resort today It’s raining today. And inclement weather can affect crowd levels at any given time. But we’re nevertheless sharing our look around Disneyland park, where guests are still lining up a bit for those classic Disneyland Corn Dogs at the Little Red Wagon… Little Red Wagon And, of course, taking in views of Sleeping Beauty Castle. Disneyland An open path leads the way to New Orleans Square. New Orleans Square And speaking of empty paths… Disneyland today Disneyland today Disneyland today Still, much like in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom today, Adventureland is still… well, full of Adventurers! Adventureland Wait times display anything from 5 minutes for Splash Mountain to 40 minutes for Indiana Jones Adventure. Wait Times sign Wait Times sign And Boarding Groups, as you can see in the sign, are still in effect for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance in Galaxy’s Edge. Galaxy’s Edge Galaxy’s Edge So a fair amount of folks are still making their way to planet Batuu in a galaxy far, far away… Galaxy’s Edge Galaxy’s Edge And that’s our day from what is lovingly known as the Happiest Place on Earth. We thank you for joining us, and we will continue to keep you posted on the latest developments in the parks and beyond as more information continues to be revealed. We here at DFB have been tracking the steps that Disney has taken around the parks to prevent the spread of Coronavirus. You can learn more about that here. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out more from Disneyland here!! Related posts: Disneyland Is EXEMPT From California Governor’s Recommendation Against Large Gatherings News! Disneyland Will Be Donating Its Excess Food During Coronavirus Closure What’s New at Disneyland Resort! Emotional Whirlwind Construction, Donuts, Plush Toys, and MORE! View the full article

It was announced yesterday that all four Walt Disney World Resort theme parks will be closed from March 16, 2020 through March 31, 2020 in light of concerns over the Coronavirus. Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom While closures and cancellations will be (and in some cases already are) in effect for Disney Cruise Line sailings, Disneyland Resort, and other Disney destinations around the world, right now we are sharing a look at the current crowd levels today in Walt Disney World Resort as the March 16th park closure approaches. Before we begin, a reminder that — at this time — Disney Springs and Walt Disney World Resort hotels will remain open to guests. However, as guests are understandably making major changes to travel plans, crowd levels are affected at the parks starting now. Transportation and Ticket Center The Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC) is a location from which to buy park tickets and also provides transportation to Epcot (via Monorail) and Magic Kingdom (via Monorail or Ferryboat). Obviously, two major Disney World destinations, and yet… Monorail to Magic Kingdom at Transportation and Ticket Center … paths were well open upon our arrival today. Taking the Monorail to Magic Kingdom, we’ll share first what we are encountering there. Magic Kingdom Bearing in mind that mid-March is a very common time for Spring Break in the United States, the scene entering Magic Kingdom is not what you would typically expect. Entering Magic Kingdom You may notice the poster board in the photo below; it advises guests on recommendations and precautions by public health experts. Entering Magic Kingdom The picture below, taken from our first steps onto Main Street, U.S.A. are a bit more telling of lighter crowds in the park. Main Street, U.S.A. Main Street, U.S.A. Main Street, U.S.A. Things do pick up around the park, though. In fact, while it’s not what you would call a busy day, Magic Kingdom is still not entirely empty, by any stretch. We’re heading into Adventureland next… Adventureland Adventureland … where you’ll still have to wait for your Dole Whip at Aloha Isle! Dole Whip Line Wait times that we’re spotting for attractions include 25 minutes for The Magic Carpets of Aladdin and 60 for Jungle Cruise. Jungle Cruise This screenshot of My Disney Experience shows the usual higher wait times for Seven Dwarfs Mins Train and our beloved Mountains: Space, Splash, and Big Thunder. My Disney Experience screenshot And guests are also gathering in place to watch the Festival of Fantasy Parade at 3:00 PM. Waiting for Festival of Fantasy Parade Waiting for Festival of Fantasy Parade While we’re on property, let’s take a brief look at Epcot, as well. Epcot This picture was taken in World Showcase after entering through International Gateway, and approaching the France pavilion, with Morocco and The American Adventure in the distance. Walking in World Showcase Hollywood Studios And here is a look at Disney’s Hollywood Studios from Hollywood Boulevard. Hollywood Studios While it is a bit less crowded (especially considering levels lately with the opening of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance and the brand new Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway), there are still guests enjoying the park today. Hollywood Studios As a gauge, the wait for the new Runaway Railway is the shortest we’ve seen at 75 minutes… but by no means a short wait. Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway We will continue to update you as the day continues and share information as it is revealed. We here at DFB have been tracking the steps that Disney has taken around the parks to prevent the spread of Coronavirus. You can learn more about that here. Related posts: Disney World Policy For Theme Park Ticket Purchases Affected By Coronavirus Closure Here’s What Disney World Will Refund During Coronavirus Closure Disney World Annual Pass Updates During Coronavirus Closure View the full article

Theme Parks all around the country are buckling down for a bumpy ride with the Coronavirus outbreak. ©SeaWorld And, along with Disney Parks around the world and Universal Studios Orlando and Hollywood, the SeaWorld Parks are closing for the safety of guests. Starting March 16th, all parts of SeaWorld will be remain shut down through the end of the month. While this includes every location in Florida, California, Texas, Virginia, and Pennsylvania… ©SeaWorld …SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment will still be paying their Cast and Crew Members as well as taking care of the parks’ animals. ©Busch Gardens Want to know everything about how the Coronavirus will be affecting theme parks? We’ve got all the details here! We’ll continue updating you on more Coronavirus news and park closures! Related posts: Disneyland Paris to Close This Sunday Until Further Notice Due to Coronavirus Concerns Here Are ALL of the Times in History That Disneyland and Walt Disney World Have Closed! Disney World and Disneyland Coronavirus Closure Questions Answered! View the full article

It’s a bittersweet day here at Magic Kingdom as things begin to wind down for Disney World’s temporary closure happening at end of day Sunday. Magic Kingdom Entrance But since the parks are still open today, we figured we’d capture a few more last glimpses of Cinderella Castle as the icon continues to receive its “royal makeover”. Let’s check in on how the work is progressing! So these castle pics aren’t as magical as the Make-Your-Own PhotoPass Magic Shot we shared with you yesterday that was sent to us by one of our readers, but at least you can see how Cinderella Castle’s refurb is coming along! Cinderella Castle While the cranes were up when we first entered the park, they quickly came down so guests could admire the castle as it starts to be painted pink and painted blue! Cinderella Castle Makeover Progress You can spot the new dusty rose color and brighter blue turrets getting painted. The blue really POPS don’t you think? The colors really remind us of the recent changes made to Sleeping Beauty Castle. Cinderella Castle Makeover Progress The moat around the castle is still currently drained to make it easier for Cast and Crew Members to add that extra pixie dust to the Cinderella Castle we know and love! Cinderella Castle Drained Moat At this time, Disney hasn’t shared with us any information about continuing or halting construction projects during the park’s temporary closure, but we’ll be sure to keep you updated as we learn more. Until then, check out our Disney World FAQ here where we’re answering all your questions and concerns about Disney’s decision to shut down momentarily. Are you eager to see the castle’s new look? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: NEW Insta-Worthy Nighttime Magic Shots Are Coming to Disney World Soon! The Water is BACK! Magic Kingdom’s Cinderella Castle Moat Returns to its Former Glory! Review! Chocolate Lovers, You NEED to See This New Minnie Mouse Treat in Disney World! View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Animal Kingdom! Animal Kingdom Entrance And, we’ve got some food and merch updates to share with you, so let’s dive right on in! Animal Kingdom Food Updates One of our FAVORITE cupcakes disappeared for a bit in Animal Kingdom (and we were totally bummed out about it). While we were SO excited to see that the Cotton-Top Tamarin Cupcake has returned to Creature Comforts, the previous version got a little makeover… Here’s what the OLD Cotton-Top Tamarin Cupcake looked like! …to the new Cotton-Top Tamarin Cupcake! The big dark and white chocolate piece that we LOVED has been replaced by a smaller white chocolate disc with a picture of a cute l’il cotton-top tamarin on it. Cotton-Top Tamarin Cupcake However, the flavors are still similar with a chocolate cake with chocolate filling and a buttercream frosting on top (which is just as delicious!). You can get the Cotton-Top Tamarin Cupcake for $5.99 or a Disney Dining Plan snack credit. And, you can even try the Bee Cupcake if you want double the treat! Cotton-Top Tamarin Cupcake Check out our full review of the returning Cotton-Top Tamarin Cupcake here! Animal Kingdom Merchandise Updates Riverside Depot Even when you’re out of the parks, you can make every outfit fabulous with the Mickey and Minnie Plush Purses (umm, adorable!!). Mickey is winking at everyone to let them know you’re obviously the coolest… Mickey Plush Purse …along with the super-soft exterior that’s cozy enough for guests of all ages! Mickey Plush Purse Minnie, on the other hand, has a big smile (probably laughing about one of your great inside jokes) with her signature bow! Minnie Plush Purse You can carry the purse around with the fancy red shoulder strap… Minnie Plush Purse …while you put all your Disney goodies inside the bag! You can get the Mickey and Minnie Plush Purses for $24.99 each (but we totally want both of them). Minnie Plush Purse Although the Yeti might seem a little scary on Expedition Everest, he’s all warm and cuddly with the Yeti Loungefly Backpack!! Just look at that little grin! Yeti Loungefly You can take him with you on your adventure through Asia… Yeti Loungefly …before you pick up some supplies on the way (obviously, we mean stock up on some snacks!). You can take home the snuggliest Yeti around for $80 at Riverside Depot! Yeti Loungefly Trek on over to see the Yeti Loungefly Backpack here! The Boneyard Merchandise Cart Call us nostalgic, but we love walking by The Boneyard to spot all the kids exploring the area! And, the grown-ups can even pop by The Boneyard Merchandise Cart for everything your traveling party needs. Boneyard Merchandise Cart While the cart has featured the Disney Tails Collection before, the line has become the highlight of the cart with lots of gifts for your pups back home! You can pick a new collar, harness, toys… Disney Tails Merchandise …bow ties, a pair of Minnie Ears… Disney Tails Merchandise …spirit jerseys, rain ponchos, and more! Disney Tails Merchandise And, make sure to celebrate your VERY good boy or girl back home by wearing some Pluto merchandise too (since our pups are our best friends)! Pluto Merchandise Discovery Trading Co. Wishables are some of the cutest plush toys around the Disney Parks, and we just can’t get enough of them!! Discovery Trading Co. is making Wishables even cuter with the latest Wishables Necklace! Wishables Necklace Although it’s not big enough to fit an actual Wishable, you can carry around the bb Mickey as your newest friend for $14.99. ‘Kay, we’re officially obsessed. Wishables Necklace Well, that’s all for this What’s New at Animal Kingdom! We’ll catch you next time for more merchandise and food updates here! Want to know everything about the Disney World closure? You can read all about it here! Will you be going into Animal Kingdom before the park closes this weekend? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom: St. Patrick’s Day Treats, More ABC Disney, and the Almighty MUSHU! What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Retro Platform Crocs and a SIMBA Popcorn Bucket! What’s New at Disney’s All-Star Resorts! The Disney Foodie Collection; Pixar Merchandise; and One of Our FAVE Returning Cupcakes! View the full article

We’ve been giving you ALL the updates from the Disney Parks and Disney Cruise Line about closures and cancellations from the Coronavirus. Partners Statue And, while Disneyland and Disney California Adventure will be shutting their doors through the end of the month, the parks are taking both health precautions and giving away donations! Due to the closing of the park, the Disneyland Resort will donate its excess food to the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County to support those in need. Sleeping Beauty Castle According to Disneyland officials, “While closely following food safety guidelines, excess inventory of dairy, fruit, vegetables, packaged goods, and banquet meals are being donated Second Harvest Food Bank, whose mission is to end hunger in Orange County.” Bunny Rice Krispie Disneyland has directly been involved with a food donation program that has supported the local community by donating prepared and unserved food since 2014. They also participate in a food scraps division program that decreases the amount of food waste as an environmental conservation effort. The Disney VoluntEARS continually pursue the mission to end hunger and even helped Disneyland Resort to donate over 20,000 meals to the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County last year. ©Disney Want to know all the times the Disney Parks have closed before? You can read all about it here We will continue to keep you updated on Coronavirus news and how it’s impacting the parks! Will you be going into Disneyland this weekend before the park closes? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: DFB Video: 10 Things You Can’t Miss in Disneyland in 2020! Review: Oh My! The Oreo Cheesecake Bread Pudding in Disneyland Is SO GOOD! We’re Live From Lunar New Year in Disney California Adventure! View the full article

Yesterday, Disney officials announced Disneyland and Disney California Adventure would be closing Saturday, March 14th until the end of the month. A few hours later Disney World also made the decision to shut down its theme parks at the end of day Sunday, March 15th. Magic Kingdom Even if you’ve been following along with our coverage of how the Coronavirus has been impacting Disney parks across the world, now that all the Disney parks and Disney Cruise Line are closing, you might be at a loss for words while also having more questions than you can possibly ask. That’s why we’ve been tirelessly searching for answers to help you make sense of this very difficult time. From refunds to how to break the news to your children that your Disney vacation was canceled, we’re covering all of our readers’ concerns as best we can! Please feel free and continue to submit questions to us either on social or by leaving a comment on this post so we can keep getting you the answers you need! Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom What happens to my park tickets that are already paid for? Can they be used in the future when this passes? Disney is not issuing refunds for park tickets at this time, however multi-day tickets with unused days or tickets dated between March 12th and March 31st, 2020 will automatically be extended until December 15th, 2020. If you’re unable to use your tickets by that date, Disney will credit the value of your unused tickets towards another ticket purchase for a future date. Click here to read more about Disney World’s policy for theme park tickets affect by Coronavirus closure. Leaping Libations Read more about the current refund policy here! We are booked to go in June. Will this affect our reservations? Can we get refunds, if they are still closed into the month of June? Disneyland and Disney World have only announced they’ll be closed until the end of the month, but as such with other overseas Disney theme parks that have closed due to Coronavirus, we could see these dates extend. No one knows what the outcome of this situation will be, so stay current with the latest official statements released by Disney regarding the re-opening of its theme parks by subscribing to our DFB newsletter where we’ll cover every announcement. Epcot I know Disney is refunding prepaid dining but does this count for any prepaid at hotels/outside parks? You will need to contact any non-Disney affiliated hotels or restaurants to see how they access the situation and if they will refund you for any prepaid reservations. 2020 Food and Wine Festival Passport Will Disney World APs get an extension for lost time? Yes. According to Disney’s website, “Walt Disney World Annual Passes will be extended by the number of days the parks are closed, March 16, 2020 through March 31, 2020.” Walt Disney World Annual Passholder Get all the AP extension details here! Will construction still be going on during this time? At this time, Disney hasn’t released any information about whether or not construction on Disneyland and Disney World’s numerous projects will halt or continue during the closure. We’ll keep you updated as we find out more information. Will runDisney Star Wars Rival Run Weekend in April be canceled? We spoke with a person from runDisney today who said as of right now there are no plans to cancel the race which runs through April 16th to 19th, 2020 at Disney World. ©runDisney If my family has to cancel our upcoming trip to Disney World, how should we deal with it? With lots of love and patience. We know how heartbreaking it is to have to cancel a trip you’ve been looking forward to many months or maybe even years. But out of an abundance of caution, Disney has come to this decision which couldn’t have been easy for them to make. They certainly know how disappointing and hard this is for their guests who were planning on visiting the parks in the next few weeks. But due to these unfortunate circumstances which are completely outside of their control, they’re working diligently with every guest to get trips rescheduled and get us back to our happy place as soon as possible. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Please continue to share with us your questions, comments, and concerns, as we’ll be continuing to add to this post going forward. Are you spring break vacation plans being impacted by Coronavirus? Share your story with us in the comments below. Related posts: NEWS: Runner Collapses and Dies During Disney World’s Wine & Dine Half-Marathon Weekend NEWS: Disney World Advance Dining Reservation Cancellations and Details In Advance Of Hurricane Dorian DFB Video: 5 Disney Changes That Turned Out Way Better Than Expected View the full article

Yesterday, Disney announced the closure of the four Walt Disney World theme parks (in addition to closure at Disney destinations around the globe including Disneyland Resort and Disney Cruise Line) in light of concerns over the Coronavirus. Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom As a reminder, the closure is set to begin “at the close of business on Sunday, March 15th, through the end of the month,” March 31st. At press time, Resort hotels and Disney Springs will remain open for guests. To that end, Disney is providing information for concerned Walt Disney World guests who have already purchased park tickets, booked a Resort hotel, made Advance Dining Reservations, and more during the affected dates. Walt Disney World Entrance We’re taking a look at what guests who are currently in the process of adjusting travel plans are eligible for in regards to refunds or future use of already-purchased tickets, experiences, and more. Walt Disney World Theme Park Tickets Disney has stated the following in regards to ticket purchases: “Unexpired multi-day theme park tickets with unused days, or date-specific theme park tickets with a start date on or before March 31, 2020 will automatically be extended to use any date through December 15, 2020. If you are unable to visit by December 15, 2020 you may apply the value of a wholly unused ticket toward the purchase of a ticket for a future date.” Disney Ticket Center For guests who have purchased Florida Resident Discovery Tickets, they may be used through July 31, 2020. Walt Disney World website screenshot Resort Hotel Stays For Dates During Closure Guests who have booked a stay at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel for the affected dates have the following options: “Guests who have not checked in for stays between March 16, 2020 through March 31, 2020 may modify or cancel their Disney Resort room reservation or Walt Disney World Travel Company package up to their original check-in date.” Animal Kingdom Lodge If no action is taken, Disney states that the company will “automatically process a refund to the original form of payment within seven days of the original check-in date.” Walt Disney World website screenshot Note that it is advised that guests contact their travel professional if they did not make their booking directly through Disney. Future Resort Hotel Stays Perhaps your travel dates fall outside of the affected closure, but your travel plans are nonetheless affected. Art of Animation Resort Disney will waive all Disney-imposed change and cancellation fees for guests wishing to cancel a Disney Resort hotel booking after the parks reopen up to the date of check-in through June 30, 2020. Advance Dining Reservations If you made an Advance Dining Reservation for a table service restaurant in Walt Disney World for a location affected by the closure requiring a credit card guarantee, Disney states that you will not be charged a cancellation or no-show fee. Be Our Guest Restaurant As a reminder, the closure affects the restaurants in the four theme parks: restaurants in Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Epcot, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. If you have a reservation at a restaurant in Disney Springs or a Disney Resort hotel and your travel plans have been affected, we believe it’s best that you actively cancel your Advance Dining Reservation for those areas to avoid a cancellation or no-show fee on your credit card. Extra-Ticket Events If you purchased tickets to an extra-ticket event taking place from March 16, 2020 through March 31, 2020, you will receive a refund automatically. After Hours at Animal Kingdom Extra-ticket events include Disney After Hours (and Disney Villains After Hours), and Disney Early Morning Magic. Pre-paid Experiences Pre-paid experiences in the parks include options such as Droid Depot and Savi’s Workshop at Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Droid Depot in Disney World If you have a pre-paid experience, it will be automatically refunded if it is scheduled between March 16, 2020 through March 31, 2020. FastPasses Though FastPass+ is a free service, guests may be interested to know that all FastPass+ ride reservations from March 16, 2020 through March 31, 2020 will be automatically cancelled, so no action is required on the part of the guest. Big Thunder Mountain Disney World Annual Passes ICYMI, Walt Disney World Annual Passes will be extended, per Disney, by the number of days the parks are closed (which is March 16, 2020 – March 31, 2020 as of press time). Walt Disney World Annual Passholder Walt Disney World Operations Statement The information above is provided by Disney on the Walt Disney World website, where they have also provided the following statement that the closure is taking place in “an abundance of caution, and in the best interest of our Guests and Cast Members.” Walt Disney World website screenshot We will continue to keep you posted on these and other developments today and moving forward. We here at DFB have been tracking the steps that Disney has taken around the parks to prevent the spread of Coronavirus. You can learn more about that here. 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As a response to the Coronavirus outbreak, Disney is taking every precaution necessary to protect its guests and employees (even closing Disneyland and Disney World). ©Disney Cruise Line And, although the Disney Cruise Line is reimbursing passengers and updating its procedures, the ships will also follow behind the parks by canceling cruises throughout the month. Starting March 14th, the Disney Cruise Line will stop new sailings through the end of March on all ships. During this time, Crew Members and shoreside Cast Members will still be compensated. Disney Wonder ©Disney According to Disney officials: “The Disney Dream will depart on a three-night cruise from Port Canaveral as scheduled on Friday, March 13, and will return to Port Canaveral on Monday, March 16. The Disney Fantasy and Disney Magic will return to port on Saturday, March 14. The Disney Wonder, which is currently in the midst of a westbound Panama Canal cruise, will continue on its scheduled itinerary, with guests disembarking in San Diego on Friday, March 20.” ©Disney Magic Due to the number of departure cancelations, the cruise line will offer the use of a future cruise credit or an option for a full refund to guests whose vacations are impacted. Since there are is a high number of calls at the Call Center, the Disney Cruise Line advises that guests wait to contact them until after they have received an email or their travel agents have about their upcoming sailings. ©Disney Dream at Castaway Cay The cruises impacted by these cancellations include: Disney Magic March 14-19 March 19-23 March 23-28 March 28-April 2 Disney Wonder March 20-25 March 25-29 March 29-April 5 Disney Dream March 16-20 March 20-23 March 23-27 March 27-30 March 30- April 3 Disney Fantasy March 14-21 March 21-29 March 29-April 4 Here’s What We Know About Coronavirus and Travel To Walt Disney World and Disneyland We are here to help! So feel free to ask questions and we will continue to update you on this situation. Were you planning to go on a Disney Cruise during any of these times? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: NEWS! Coronavirus Concerns Change Policies for Disney Cruise Line DFB Video: 6 Best Ways to Get a Discount on a Disney Cruise! NEWS: Disney Cruise Line is Taking Extra Precautions Due to the Coronavirus Outbreak View the full article

The Disneyland Resort has an ongoing commitment to reducing food waste, and during the temporary closure of Disneyland park and Disney California Adventure park will be donating excess food inventory to Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County. While closely following food safety guidelines, excess inventory of dairy, fruit, vegetables, packaged goods and banquet meals is being donated Second Harvest Food Bank, whose mission is to end hunger in Orange County. Since 2014, the Disneyland Resort has operated a food donation program through which prepared, unserved food from select locations is regularly donated to support those in need within the local community. This program is in addition to the food scraps diversion program, which also supports our environmental efforts in reducing food waste. Last year, the Disneyland Resort donated over 20,000 meals to Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County through the food donation program, and Disney VoluntEARS regularly volunteer there, supporting the mission of ending hunger. View the full article

Yesterday, The Walt Disney Company announced that Disneyland, Disney World, Disneyland Paris, AND the Disney Cruise Lines will all be temporarily closing in response to the coronavirus outbreak. Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland This is an unprecedented move closing the parks for this long. We’ve already seen the closures of Tokyo Disneyland, Hong Kong Disneyland, and Shanghai Disneyland due to the virus. But just how rare is the closure of a Disney park? Let’s take a look back at all of the times Disneyland and Walt Disney World have closed in the past. It was announced today that Disneyland Resort will be closed starting Saturday, March 14th in response to the coronavirus outbreak. This will be the longest amount of time on record that Disneyland has ever closed since it first opened in 1955. Disney World will be closed starting Monday, March 16th. This will also be the longest amount of time Disney World will have ever been closed. Disneyland November 1963 The first unexpected closure of Disneyland came 8 years after the park opened. Disneyland closed its gates on November 23, 1963, the day after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. The park remained closed for one day. ©Disney January 1994 Disneyland went over 30 years until their next unexpected closure. On January 17, 1994, the 6.7 magnitude Northridge Earthquake struck Los Angeles. Disneyland was shut down following the quake to allow for inspections for one day. Sleeping Beauty Castle September 2001 Most recently, Disneyland was closed following the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. The park reopened the following day. ©Disney Walt Disney World September 1999 Disney World made it nearly 28 years until it experienced its first unexpected closure. But the streak was ended on September 14, 1999. With Category 4 Hurricane Floyd approaching, Disney World closed all of its theme parks, water parks, and Downtown Disney (now known as Disney Springs) early in the afternoon. Most parks were closed the next day as well, but when the storm changed course, Animal Kingdom and Downtown Disney were reopened on September 15. The other parks opened the following day. Cinderella Castle September 2001 Disney World was also closed on September 11, 2001 following the terrorist attacks. But unlike Disneyland, the Disney World parks had already opened for the day. Cast members in each park were instructed to form “human walls” to slowly push guests to the exits. The parks were reopened on September 12th, with new security measures in place. Flag at Epcot Entrance at Half-Mast August 2004 Disney World saw its next hurricane-related closure on August 13, 2004. Category 4 storm Hurricane Charley was the offender this time around. Most of the parks reopened the following day, but storm damage kept some attractions closed for longer. Cloudy Skies Over Epcot September 2004 Unfortunately, Central Florida didn’t get much of a break. Disney World closed again on September 4 and 5, 2004, due to Hurricane Frances. The parks began reopening on September 6th. Magic Kingdom September 2004 (part 2) The hits kept coming in 2004. Disney World parks were closed again on September 26, 2004 because of Hurricane Jeanne. Luckily, this was the last closure for over a decade. Walt Disney World October 2016 On October 6, 2016, Disney World closed all of their parks at 5 p.m. because of the approach of Category 5 storm Hurricane Matthew. The parks were closed the following day as well. Epcot Japan Pavilion September 2017 The next year, Hurricane Irma forced another Disney World closure. Parks were closed starting at 9:00 p.m. on September 9, 2017, and they stayed closed until September 12th. Tree of Life September 2019 Most recently, Disney World closed all of the parks early on September 3, 2019 in preparation for Hurricane Dorian. Most parks were closed at 3:00pm, but since the storm changed course, Epcot hours were extended until 7:00pm. Since the storm continued to move away from Central Florida, all of the parks were reopened on September 4th. Hurricane Dorian Radar – September 3rd While closures of Disneyland and Disney World are rare, they do happen occasionally! As bummed as we are to see all of the Disney Parks in the U.S. scheduled for an upcoming closure, we’re glad to see that they’re considering the safety of the guests! We’ll keep you posted with any other information as it’s released! Did you have a Disneyland trip planned for this month? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Here’s What We Know About Coronavirus and Travel To Walt Disney World and Disneyland News! Disney Releases More Information Regarding the Coronavirus Outbreak! News! The Walt Disney Family Museum Is Closing Temporarily Due to the Coronavirus Outbreak View the full article

In light of the announced closure of Walt Disney World theme parks in response to concerns about the Coronavirus, Disney is providing information for upcoming guests who may be adjusting their travel plans. Walt Disney World Entrance As a reminder, the closure is set to begin “at the close of business on Sunday, March 15th, through the end of the month.” At this time, Resort hotels and Disney Springs will remain open for guests. As per the screenshot below from the Walt Disney World website, Disney shares the following in regards to ticket purchases: “Unexpired multi-day theme park tickets with unused days, or date-specific theme park tickets with a start date on or before March 31, 2020 will automatically be extended to use any date through December 15, 2020. If you are unable to visit by December 15, 2020 you may apply the value of a wholly unused ticket toward the purchase of a ticket for a future date.” Walt Disney World website screenshot Here, Disney also addresses Florida Resident Discovery Tickets, stating that they “may be used through July 31, 2020.” In regards to extra-ticket events such as Disney After Hours, Disney Villains After Hours, and Disney Early Morning Magic, those purchases will be automatically refunded for dates from March 16, 2020 through March 31, 2020. Disney Villains After Hours We will continue to keep our readers posted throughout the day as information becomes available. We here at DFB have been tracking the steps that Disney has taken around the parks to prevent the spread of Coronavirus. You can learn more about that here. Related posts: Disney World Annual Pass Updates During Coronavirus Closure Disney Food Challenge: Can You Eat ALL 14 Of Disney’s BEST Cupcakes?! How To Get Your Hands on the Starbucks “You Are Here” Disney Parks Mugs WITHOUT Actually Visiting the Parks! View the full article