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Disney Cruise Line has already announced that European sailings are canceled through October 2nd, 2020, and Canadian sailings are canceled through September 14th, 2020.

And just recently, Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy sailings have been canceled through September 15th, 2020. 

Even though we don’t know when sailings will resume, Disney Cruise Line wants to help folks book their cruises with confidence again! Disney Cruise Line has just introduced a new cruise date flexibility policy.

Guests with pre-existing bookings and those who make new bookings will have the extra assurance of knowing they can modify their reservation up to 15 days before their departure date without penalty. The “flexible dates” offer is good through August 31st, 2020 through March 31st, 2021.

In the details listed on Disney Cruise Line’s website, it states all guests may take advantage of this offer and may change their sailing date to a future sailing date prior to April 1st, 2022, (standard prevailing rates will apply). However, if you choose to move your sailing date, you can’t change your reservation back to the original date you booked your cruise for.

Adventures by Disney has also just extended their cancellations through September 15th and you can click here to learn more about it!

Click here to read the latest details regarding Disney World, Disneyland, and Disney Cruise Line travel!

Will you be booking a cruise now that Disney Cruise Line is offering flexible dates? Let us know in the comments below!

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As Disney resorts reopen around the world, there are a few that we still have to wait on.

Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawai’i is one of the resorts that’s still in a full closure. New reservations were previously being accepted for midsummer, but now reservations have been pushed back.

Initially, Aulani was accepting new reservations and modifications for dates after July 1st, but now new bookings have been pushed another month to August 1st. This may be due to the fact that Hawai’i is still requiring a mandatory 2-week quarantine for out-of-state arrivals through July 31st, per Hawai’i Tourism Authority.

This change also affects the current cancellation policy. Aulani will now waive all Disney-imposed change and cancellation fees up to the date of check-in for arrivals through July 31st. Stay tuned to DFB for all of the latest updates on Aulani and more!

Can’t wait to hit the islands? Click here to see some recent Aulani merchandise!

Will you be booking a trip to Aulani when it reopens? Tell us in the comments! 

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The global health crisis has had a major economic effect across the board — especially on the tourism industry.

With such a major drop in revenue for the travel industry, the national government is reviewing ways to get the sector back on its feet. They’ve already employed a multi-billion-dollar stimulus for airlines, and now they may even incentivize travel with a tax break.

Lobbyists are pushing to provide tax breaks for American travelers.

According to the Orlando Sentinel, lobbyists are currently pushing for a plan that would provide up to $4,000 in tax breaks for those who begin traveling and spending money at hotels, theme parks, and more.

One example that has been proposed is the Explore America tax credit. This would be an income tax credit worth up to 50% of a household’s expenditures on travel like airfare, hotel rooms, tickets, and meals. The cap would be at $4,000 per household and would apply through the end of next year.

Interestingly, the tax break is modeled after a credit that was implemented for some homebuyers during the 2008 housing crisis.

A lobbyist for the Walt Disney Company, Tori Emerson Barnes, noted that the government will need to continue spending to revitalize the tourism industry. “Right now, our businesses need relief,” she said, “But ultimately, we’ll need recovery.” 

Unions have gotten involved as well noting that any aid to big travel should come with stipulations that improve conditions for frontline workers. A representative from the union that organizes several Disney World employees, UNITE HERE, noted, “I think we really need to move from incentives to requirements to get these companies to do the right thing.”

Remember, none of this is set in stone, but it is something that lobbyists are pushing.

Click here to see how the global health crisis has affected Florida’s economy.

Why would we get a tax break for taking a vacation?

Now we know what you’re thinking: Why would the government PAY US to go on VACATION!? Let’s break it down. As we mentioned, tourism is one of the industries that has been hit the hardest by the global health crisis and has already been a major beneficiary of economic relief.

People are especially wary about travel right now. A tax break like this could incentivize people to travel despite their unease about the economic downturn and health concerns. John Bortz, CEO of Pebblebrook Hotel Trust explained, “I think there’s a recognition that travel overall is going to need to be stimulated, and that will take dollars.”

We’ll see what comes of this plan in the coming days and months and keep you posted as we learn more.

Click here to learn more about the recession and its effects on Disney World.

Would a tax break get you to go to Disney? Share your thoughts in the comments. 

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Back in March, Adventures by Disney cancelled all departures through July 31st and guests were eligible to receive a 100% cancellation credit towards a future adventure.

Earlier this month, the suspension of all Adventures by Disney departures was extended to the end of August, and just recently, it has been pushed back again.

According to Adventures by Disney’s website, all of its previously scheduled departures through September 15th, 2020 are suspended. Adventures by Disney will reach out to all guests (most likely through e-mail) and impacted guests may receive the option of a full refund or a transfer of the cost of their trip.

Note: Paris Escape is still scheduled to depart and is excluded from the Adventures by Disney cancellations.

If you had an upcoming adventure planned, keep an eye on your inbox for Adventures by Disney’s communication, and we’ll continue to keep you updated with any new information — including when you can expect adventures to resume.

Click here for the latest travel information regarding Disney World, Disneyland, and Disney Cruise Line!

Have your Adventure by Disney plans been impacted by the extension? Let us know in the comments below!

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As we’ve previously seen before select Disney Springs dining locations and Disney World resort restaurants reopened, sweeping menu cuts are now occurring at several theme park restaurants.

Just recently, Disney has shared with us which Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom restaurants will be reopening on July 11th as well as which dining locations will be available when Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot resume on July 15th. Disney is offering limited menus at many of the resorts and Disney Springs restaurants for the time being. And, now it looks like the parks are following suit.

Here are a few of the biggest menu changes that you can anticipate to see when the parks reopen.

Magic Kingdom

Tony’s Town Square Restaurant

First up, Town’s Town Square Restaurant — one of the very first restaurants we’ll see as soon as we step foot inside the Magic Kingdom for the first time since mid-March!

They’ve subtracted quite a few appetizers, entrées, and desserts from their menu!

Lunch and Dinner Menu

• Spinach Dip Trio
• Garlic Knots
• Garlic-Parmesan Wings
• Italian Trio (Chicken Parmigiana, Fettuccine Alfredo, and Spaghetti with Meatballs)
• Spaghetti and Mushroom Meatballs (added Spaghetti and Impossible Meatballs option instead)
• Mushroom Ravioli
• Ravioli with Grilled Chicken Breast
• Ravioli with Grilled Shrimp
• Grilled Pork Chop with Risotto-style Orzo
• Today’s Sustainable Fish With Seasonal Accompaniments
• Chocolate-Hazelnut Cake
• Raspberry Sorbet (No Sugar Added Dessert)
• Seasonal Cheesecake
• Sautéed Shrimp with Whole-Wheat Spaghetti (Kids’ Menu)
• Broccoli
• Celery and Carrot Sticks with Ranch Dressing

The Plaza Restaurant

Heading down Main Street, U.S.A., we’ve been known to frequent The Plaza Restaurant for their unlimited milkshakes — but it looks like that will no longer be the case!

All-You-Care-To Enjoy Milkshakes have vanished from the menu along with several breakfast, lunch, and dinner selections!

Breakfast Menu

• Lobster-Fried Green Tomato Eggs Benedict
• Steak and Eggs Herb-marinated Steak
• Oatmeal
• Canella Bellini Sparkling Peach Cocktail
• The Plaza Mimosa

Lunch and Dinner Menu

• All-You-Care-To Enjoy Milkshakes
• Lobster-Fried Green Tomatoes
• Herb-marinated Steak
• Brisket Macaroni & Cheese Creamy Macaroni and Cheese
• Lobster Cobb Salad
• Butterscotch Bread Pudding
• Seasonal Specialty Cake
• Carrots with Ranch Dressing
• Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Kids’ Menu)
• Baby Carrots

Jungle Navigation Co. LTD Skipper Canteen

One of our favorite spots in Adventureland to try some more-exotic cuisine has also scaled back on its menu!

We’re pretty bummed to see so many of our favorite appetizers and entrées DIDN’T make the cut! Hopefully, we’ll see them somewhere down the road (or river!).

Dinner Menu

• Shiriki Noodle Salad
• S.E.A. Shu Mai
• Whole Fried Fish
• Sankuru Sadie’s Seafood Stew
• Trader Lamb Spice-rubbed Lamb Chops
• Tiki Tiki Shrimpy Shrimpy
• Sankuru Sadie’s Seafood Stew
• “A Lot at Steak” Salad
• Quick Sand!!! Jasmine Rice Pudding
• Smiley’s Little ‘Croc’ of Chicken Soup (Kids’ Menu)
• Mango Sorbet

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

The Brown Derby

A few restaurants at Disney’s Hollywood Studios have also switched up their menus. The Brown Derby just made some HUGE changes.

Both of their lunch and dinner menus have been significantly reduced. Protein offerings including seafood, pork, and duck breast got the chop!

Lunch Menu

• Pan-seared Sea Scallops and Roasted Pork Belly
• Artisanal Cheese and Charcuterie Board
• Pan-seared Fish of the Day (Lunch and Dinner)
• Faroe Island Salmon
• Bell & Evans Chicken Breast
• Cioppino Lobster Tail (Lunch and Dinner)
• Espresso Cheesecake (Lunch and Dinner)
• Grilled Cheese (Kids’ Menu, Lunch and Dinner)
• Hidden Treasure (Kids’ Dessert, Lunch and Dinner)
• Celery and Carrot Dipper (Lunch and Dinner)

Dinner Menu

• Ahi Tuna Wakame
• Pan-seared Fish of the Day
• Charred Pork Chop
• Duck Breast

Mama Melrose Ristorante Italiano

Looks like Mama Melrose will also be offering a reduced menu when the restaurant reopens.

They’ve cut down on appetizers including salad and flatbreads as well as entrées and dessert!

Dinner Menu

• Baked Arancini Gazpacho Salad
• Carne d’Italia Flatbread
• Mushroom Flatbread
• Insalata di Mercato
• Seafood Fra Diavolo
• Wood-grilled Chicken and Penne Pasta with House-made Four-Cheese Sauce
• Saltimbocca Pork Tenderloin
• Chicken Campanelle Wood-grilled Chicken and Campanelle Pasta
• Seasonally-inspired Chef’s Selection
• Cheesecake (No Sugar Added Dessert)
• Cappuccino Affogato
• Dessert Sampler
• Celery and Carrot Sticks
• Fish of the Day (Kids’ Menu)
• Tiramisù Martini

Do keep in mind that things can always change! We will let you know if and when changes are made.

We’ll keep updating this post as more menu cuts keep rollin’ in, so check back to see if your favorite breakfast, lunch, and dinner entrées made the cut! And keep in mind, Be Our Guest Restaurant will no longer be serving breakfast — they’ll only be offering a prix fixe lunch and dinner menu which you can learn more about here!

Click here to read our ultimate guide to EVERYTHING that’s reopening at theme parks!

Are you surprised by some of these menu changes? Let us know if one of your favorite menu items got axed in the comments below!

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