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Walt Disney Imagineers are the brains behind the absolutely stunning tech and design we see in the Disney parks.

Imagineers have come up with some seriously mind-blowing stuff. With everything from details in Animal Kingdom, to scary-realistic audio-animatronics under their belts, it’s no wonder that Imagineering is one of the most famous departments at Disney. Now, Walt Disney Imagineering has a NEW President of Business Operations, Design & Delivery — meet Barbara Bouza! 

Walt Disney Imagineering announced that Bouza would be taking on a new role in the company to oversee daily operations, development, and project delivery. She has more than 25 years of management, design, and strategic planning experience.

Of her new position, Bouza said, “Walt Disney Imagineering is a highly collaborative organization, where a multitude of disciplines come together to create world-renowned experiences. It’s truly a place where creativity and innovation thrive. I have a deep passion for science, technology, and design, so this is really a dream opportunity for me, and I’m incredibly honored to join this inspiring team.”

Bouza will work directly under Walt Disney Imagineering President Bob Weis to oversee their team of creative and technical experts. We can’t wait to see what Imagineering releases next with Bouza on the team! Keep an eye on DFB for ALL the latest Disney tech updates!

Want a peek at Imagineering’s Research and Development lab? Click here!

What’s your favorite Imagineering innovation? Tell us in the comments! 

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When select Disney World resort hotels reopened last week, we knew transportation would be limited, but we were still holding out hope we might get to ride the monorail or go for a gondola ride on Disney’s Skyliner!

Well, that didn’t exactly happen…BUT today we finally know exactly WHEN we can expect Disney World’s many modes of transportation to be operating again!

Earlier today, theme park reporter Scott Gustin posted the dates of when we can expect Disney World’s transportation to resume!

Update on transportation at WDW:

Monorail (MK) set to open on July 11. Monorail (EPCOT) does not currently have an opening date.

Skyliner set to open on July 15.

Resort boats at Poly/Wilderness open July 11.

Sassagoula boats and Friendship Boats do not have an opening date. pic.twitter.com/RlhzoFa9yt

— Scott Gustin (@ScottGustin) July 1, 2020

Disney World’s monorail with service to Magic Kingdom should be up and runnin’ on July 11th — the same day Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom reopen. Note: Epcot’s monorail resumptive date is unknown at this time.

And Disney’s Skyliner is set to reopen on July 15th — the same day Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be reopening. We’ll be curious to see how it operates and how many folks will choose this way of getting around since Disney’s Skyliner connects to both Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Click here to see the recent modifications Disney World has made to its monorail!

Resort boat service to Magic Kingdom from Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s Wilderness Lodge should also resume on July 11th. A resumptive date for other Disney World Resorts including Disney’s French Quarter’s Sassagoula boats and Disney’s BoardWalk Inn and Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resort’s Friendship boats has yet to be announced.

Click here to read our FAQ for riding Disney’s Skyliner!

As always, these dates are subject to change and we will let you know if they do! We’ll continue to bring you more details regarding Disney World’s transportation once theme parks reopen and if you’ll be attending either of the Annual Passholder previews, remember you must provide your own transportation to and from the theme parks.

Before you head off to Disney World, you’ll want to familiarize yourself with modifications Disney buses have made to keep guests safe. You can click here to learn everything you’ll need to know to ride Disney’s bus system like a pro!

Check out our ultimate guide to every ride, restaurant, and shop that will be reopening at Disney World here!

What’s your favorite method of transportation at Disney World? Let us know in the comments below.

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The global health crisis has had a sweeping effect on live entertainment.

This week, we’ve already heard that Broadway will not be reopening until 2021 and Cirque du Soleil had to file for bankruptcy protection. Now, it seems that Cirque may have something to look forward to in the coming months. Tickets are on sale NOW for Cirque du Soleil’s upcoming Drawn to Life show in Disney Springs! Let’s take a look at when!

Today we noticed that tickets are on sale for Drawn to Life with dates available beginning November 5th and running through March 31st. The show was originally supposed to open in April but was postponed due to the global health crisis.

Ticket prices range from $79 to $179 for the first month of shows. Drawn to Life is a collaboration between Cirque du Soleil, Walt Disney Animation Studios, and Walt Disney Imagineering to celebrate the art of animation. It looks pretty impressive and when ticket sales first opened, they began selling out pretty quickly!

Now, just because tickets are on sale does NOT guarantee that Drawn to Life will open in November. There’s still a lot up in the air when it comes to the global health crisis. Keep an eye on DFB for all of the latest updates on Drawn to Life and more!

Click here for a FIRST LOOK at Drawn to Life!

Will you be headed to see Cirque du Soleil’s Drawn to Life? Tell us in the comments! 

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Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video, and today we’re chatting about the WEIRDEST things we’ve found in Disney World.

Ghost perfume, candy on top of mac and cheese, and coconuts in the mail… there are some pretty weird things we’ve come across in Disney World and we’re sharing them with you today!

Check out all this and more 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 let us know: The weirdest things you’ve seen in Disney World.

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As Downtown Disney gets ready to welcome back guests on July 9th, the reopening of Disneyland’s theme parks and hotels have been pushed back.

And now, the city of Anaheim (where Disneyland Resort is located) has just issued a citywide face-covering requirement for all residents and visitors.

Due to a surge in cases, New Jersey and New York added California to their travel advisory yesterday. The executive order requires travelers to complete a 2-week self-quarantine when returning from a state with a high infection rate. Now, Anaheim has issued a citywide face-covering requirement. According to Anaheim’s website, the new order requires the use of face coverings:

• Inside and in line for any indoor public space
• At any healthcare setting
• Using public transit or rideshare
• At workplaces in common areas
• For any food service, packaging or distribution
• In any room or enclosed area where you’re unable to distance from those outside your own household.
• Outside when within six feet of others

The website also states those with special considerations would be exempt, and face coverings are not required in certain situations:

• Children younger than 2
• Those with health, mental or developmental considerations
• Those who face workplace risks from wearing a face covering
• Medical treatments where removal is necessary
• While eating or drinking
• While exercising outdoors or indoors when distanced from others
• While working outdoors when distanced
• Those who are incarcerated

Orange County, Florida mandated face masks a few weeks ago and is also on New York and New Jersey’s travel advisory. At this time, the requirement doesn’t have an expiration date, but we’ll continue to provide you with more updates.

Disneyland and union Cast Members have reached an agreement about returning to work! Learn more details here!

Do you think Disneyland will reopen in July? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

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