food IS a theme park
So much has happened at Disney World recently and it can be hard to keep track of all the changes! But that’s why we’re here, to make sure you stay updated.
Frozen!
So in case you missed it, you’ll no longer have to do a temperature check when entering the parks. You’ll also be able to walk around outside without a mask (with exceptions). Also, at least one ride has already removed its plexiglass, and we’re starting to see shows at Disney World seat more guests.
What a weekend, right? We’ve seen SO many changes at Disney World over the past few days.
One Man’s Dream
Temperature checks are no longer being done at the entrances of the parks. The plexiglass on a very popular attraction has been removed. Masks are no longer required outdoors (with some exceptions).
Disneyland Resort has officially reopened! And we’re already getting some great news about restaurants at the resort that are also set to reopen soon. Seriously, MORE FOOD.
Previous Alfresco Tasting Lounge Menu Items
And Legacy Passholders will soon have an additional dining option at Disney California Adventure. Disneyland recently announced that Alfresco Tasting Terrace would reopen on May 20th and that it would be open EXCLUSIVELY for Legacy Passholders.
It’s been a busy week for Disney World — and a lot has happened in the parks as a result of it.
RAWR
First, Disney World announced it would phase out temperature checks (which it has done early). Then we learned that theme park guests would no longer have to wear masks while outdoors (save for in specific locations). Disney also announced it would gradually reduce social distancing guidelines in the parks, too. We found a big example of that happening today!
Y’all — a LOT is happening in theme parks right now, as the CDC begins recommending looser health and safety guidelines.
Minnie Mouse in her mask
Recently, Disney World announced it would phase out temperature checks, and gradually reduce social distancing requirements. Recently, the CDC released NEW guidelines for masks, suggesting that fully vaccinated people no longer needed to wear masks in most indoor and outdoor settings.
It’s been a HUGE week for Disney World!
Celebration of The Festival of The Lion King
Although much of Disney World’s entertainment was suspended when the parks reopened, we’re starting to see some shows return to the parks. And one of the most popular shows at Disney World, a modified version of Festival of the Lion King at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, soft opened this past week!
While the parks have reopened, many aspects of Disneyland remain closed!
Sleeping Beauty Castle
Yesterday, we told you all about some restaurants that are reopening around property. One of those is Blue Bayou Restaurant — you’ll be able to eat here starting May 27th, with reservations opening on May 18th! And if you were wondering what, exactly, you could chow down on, good news. Disney’s released the menu that will debut with the restaurant upon reopening!
Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park have reopened and so have many of the attractions and restaurants there.
Blue Bayou Is Reopening Soon!
But, some locations in the parks and resort area are still closed. Disney had previously announced that the beautiful Blue Bayou Restaurant would soon be reopening (and would serve alcohol), but hadn’t shared an official reopening date. Now we’ve got an update!!
Today was a HUGE day for Disney World!
Celebration of The Festival of The Lion King
When Disney World reopened last year, much of the live entertainment was suspended. But then we got the news that Festival of the Lion King would return to Disney’s Animal Kingdom. And today, the show returned for a soft reopening, and WE WERE THERE!
Just when you think Disney World can’t get any busier…it does!
Magic Kingdom
We started the year with a FULL year’s worth of announcements in January alone, but there was still LOTS of Disney news in February and March. April was certainly no exception, with the long-awaited reopening of the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover, and many transformations happening around the parks! And we’ve only seen more news released since then. Without further ado, let’s take a look at 16 new things that have happened in Disney World recently or are set to happen soon!
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