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Adventures by Disney has had to cancel several rounds of trips in response to the global health crisis.
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Now, a new round of suspensions has rolled in with more departures receiving cancellations through the end of 2020.
We tend to LOVE when Disney releases retro merchandise, especially when it includes references to Disney World’s opening year!
Mickey Original Jacket
We were perusing the latest in Magic Kingdom and we spotted a good bit of new merch (like this sequined collection!). Perhaps the snazziest new merch we spotted was the NEW Mickey Original Walt Disney World collection!
Christmas is sure to look a little different this year, but that doesn’t change the fact that Disney World is a big piece of the holiday season for a lot of folks!
Magic Kingdom Holidays
One big change from last year’s holidays is the addition of the Disney Park Pass reservation system. To head to Disney World on any given day you need valid park admission AND a theme park reservation — and that includes Christmas.
As you might have heard, Disney is set to sail a BRAND NEW cruise ship in 2022.
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The Disney Wish, though delayed, will set sail as the biggest Disney Cruise ship yet. In preparation, Disney Cruise Line is recategorizing staterooms on all four existing ships so that there is a uniform system throughout the fleet.
Walt Disney Imagineering is known for being on the front edge of technology.
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We focus a lot on the innovations that could be used in the theme parks or other entertainment destinations — like this crazy zombie-fighting virtual reality invention! But sometimes, Disney works hard to bring us brand new technology that we could use in our own homes!
Joffrey’s is a GREAT option for getting your caffeine fix in Disney World.
Joffrey’s Reopened
With locations in all of the parks AND in Disney Springs, we find ourselves at Joffrey’s quite a lot. Now, it’s the 36th anniversary of Joffrey’s Coffe & Tea Company and they’re celebrating with gifts FOR US!
Though Disney World has been open for three months now, it is still difficult for some international travelers to plan their trips.
EPCOT’s Canada
Back in March, Canada and the United States imposed border restrictions that restrict nonessential travel between the two countries. Understandably, this makes it difficult for Canadian residents to travel to Disney World for leisure. Now, those restrictions have been extended.
FOURTH UPDATE: Despite testing on the moving ramp up to the loading platform, the PeopleMover refurbishment has been extended again, through April 30th.
THIRD UPDATE: We saw some Cast Members riding the PeopleMover as part of what we presume is its testing, but the PeopleMover Refurbishment has now been extended through April 3rd.
SECOND UPDATE: We saw some testing going on at the PeopleMover in January, but the PeopleMover refurbishment has now been extended through February 28th.
UPDATE: The PeopleMover refurbishment has been extended through January 30th. So fingers crossed we see it open on the 31st!
Alright, we gotta know. What is going on with the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover in Disney World?!
Closed PeopleMover
This Magic Kingdom attraction (beloved by many, including us) has been closed since mid-March — BEFORE the park shut down due to the global health crisis. It was listed as reopening with Magic Kingdom in July, but now it remains closed and will remain closed for an indefinite amount of time. So what gives?
We’ve been keeping a close eye on progress with EPCOT fireworks, especially since the park closures delayed a brand new show!
Harmonious
Harmonious was meant to debut earlier this year but, due to the global health crisis, has been indefinitely postponed. Progress is underway though as testing might have begun and barge work has been ongoing. Now, Walt Disney Imagineering has filed a new permit for work on the EPCOT fireworks barges — and the end date might surprise you.
Christmas is going to look a little different in Disney World this year, but there are some things that will stay the same.
Christmas Tree in Epcot
Specifically, we’re still going to get some awesome and adorable Holiday merchandise from Disney! We’ve already seen some sweet Christmas spirit jerseys, ornaments, and more, and now Disney has launched what might be the PRETTIEST piece of holiday merch so far this year!
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