food IS a theme park
There’s a lot you need to think about when planning a Disney World vacation.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
However, the planning doesn’t end once you’ve arrived in Orlando and get checked into your hotel. You’ll also need to keep an eye on Disney World’s schedule because not all attractions and experiences are open until park close. We realized this today when we were looking at the schedule for a ride in Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
It’s been a whirlwind week for Disney!
Eats from the Festival of Holidays
We learned just how the House of Mouse is doing in the Q4 earnings call, celebrated Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Magic Kingdom, and ate our way around the Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure. Speaking of DCA, we have an important update for folks heading to this park today.
Summer is wrapping up in Disney World, but we’re heading into an entirely different busy season…Halloween!
Halloween is HERE!
Halloween celebrations usually kick off in mid-August, and this year, they’re starting on August 11th with Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom. So if you’re traveling to Disney World in the coming months, be prepared for some spooky season celebrations! But you’ll also need to be prepared for a PROBLEM you may not be expecting at Magic Kingdom.
There are a lot of things that can happen that can derail a Disney World vacation.
Tree of Life in Animal Kingdom
Maybe not getting the advance dining reservation you want will leave you disappointed. Maybe a ride closure will change your plans for an entire day. Maybe you run into some transportation problems. But there’s one particular problem in Disney’s Animal Kingdom you may not be aware of, and it could affect your dining plans.
We often stress the importance of being flexible on your Disney World trip — and for good reason.
Disney Springs
No two days are alike, and since things are changing all the time — it’s important to stay up to date on the latest information. That’s where we come in, and we’ve got a word of warning if you plan on heading to Disney Springs today!
We’re getting closer and closer to Halloween, and Disney World is getting more and more busy!
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
We even actually have seen the temperatures dropping in Disney World, which is giving us all of the spooky vibes for the season. If you’re going to the parks soon, there are a lot of things to do! You can take a look at all of the holiday decor, eat spooky treats, attend Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, and more. But, you also need to take a look at the calendar before you go. And, don’t forget that you still need a Park Pass Reservation to get into the parks — so we’ve compiled ALL of that info right here just for you!
Disney Springs is home to so many incredible restaurants that it can be difficult to decide which one to choose during a visit!
Disney Springs
You can visit quick service spots like D-Luxe Burger for some delicious food on the go, or stop by table service restaurants like Wine Bar George or Paddlefish for a sit-down meal. Today we learned that one popular Disney Springs restaurant is closing early, so here’s what you need to know!
If you’re heading to EPCOT today, we’ve got a few important updates you won’t want to miss!
EPCOT
One tip we regularly give people when planning their Disney World vacations is to keep an eye on the park hours for each of the days you plan to visit. Because sometimes a park will close earlier than you may expect on a particular day!
You’re probably MISSING some things when planning for your Disney World trip.
Disney World
Don’t worry, it’s completely normal to forget a few things — like thinking about transportation between parks or checking to see if that snack you want is still on the menu. And one thing that’s really common to get messed up is hours of operation! What do we mean? Well, many restaurants, attractions, shops, or experiences close at WEIRD times in Disney World, and if you don’t know that before you arrive, you might be disappointed. So today, we’re sharing a full list!
We’ve all been there. You arrive at Disney World only to find out your favorite ride or even your favorite park is closing early for the day. Nooooo! Thankfully, there are a few ways to prevent you from walking away with any regret.
Magic Kingdom Close Early Sign
In addition to temporary closures that happen sometimes, there are also times that Disney Parks and rides close early for a variety of reasons. Sometimes you can find out about a closure ahead of time, such as when Magic Kingdom recently closed early at 4:30PM, but sometimes you don’t know until you get to the park. And recently, another ride closed early in Disney World, and we’re here to break down how to handle this, as well as what to do about it!
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