The mouse ears headbands may be the must-wear accessory to Disney Parks, but we mustn’t forget about the original mouse ears hats. A new dazzling style Minnie Mouse ears hat has arrived at Main Street Emporium at Magic Kingdom.
These Minnie Mouse ears feature a red and white polka dot base with a red sequin bow on top and dainty white lace around the base of the hat. It is $24.99 and so far does not appear to be available at shopDisney online.
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Is this perfectly pretty Minnie Mouse ear hat going to be yours?
A few months ago Disney Parks Blog took you to the ‘Top of the World’ on Expedition Everest at Disney’s Animal Kingdom with our ‘Ride and Learn’ video and now thanks to National Geographic’s newest augmented-reality experience you can suit up as a climber and ascend Everest in the Himalayas! You will be climbing the mountain with a team of scientists and explorers on expedition as they conduct groundbreaking science to collect information about climate change in the Himalayas. This experience brings National Geographic’s July issue on Mount Everest to life.
Good morning from Central Florida, where there’s a tropical storm warning in effect, and the rain is currently falling furiously against the windows. Tropical Storm Isaias is moving up the Atlantic coastline, and it’s another wonderful day in hurricane season!
If you heard very little about theme park prep for Hurricane/Tropical Storm Isais compared to recent storms, that’s because this one was never expected to impact the Orlando area with more than tropical storm-force winds. Even as a hurricane, Isaias was not forecast to pack much of a punch for the interior of Florida. More on the rain and wind risks a tropical storm can pose for your vacation below. Right now, let’s talk about how we’re replacing an incredibly hot final week of July with a soggy first week of August… even by Floridian standards.
This week’s weather at Walt Disney World
The slow movement of Tropical Storm Isaias will continue up the Atlantic coast, with the center coming close to Cape Canaveral late Sunday night. Look for increasing winds throughout Sunday, switching from northeast to north. Winds will be sustained at 15 to 20 miles per hour, with gusts up to 25 miles per hour. The scattered rain and storms will continue to move through quickly, with a high in the upper 80s and a low tonight around 77.
Monday, Isaias will be slowly pulling north from the area. There’s still a strong chance the tropical weather will be hanging around for your wake-up call. The possibility of lingering rain bands will give way to a strong westerly flow. Heat, humidity, and the west wind will spark scattered to numerous afternoon thunderstorms. Expect a high of 91 degrees, with an overnight low of 76.
Isaias leaves behind a moist atmosphere, and this plus a trough of low pressure gives us a very stormy forecast for the rest of the week. Tuesday through Saturday, the daily forecast is for a high near 93 degrees, a low around 76, and an impressive 80% chance of thunderstorms.
Tuesday’s outlook on the short-range forecast: look at that extra shade of dark green for east-central Florida. The forecast is very wet. It also shows Isais near the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Map courtesy NOAA
Tropical Weather Outlook
What comes next after Tropical Storm Isaias moves north? The next area of interest for the National Hurricane Center is a tropical wave just east of the Leeward Islands. While this cluster of storms has not been quick to organize, it’s entering a favorable weather pattern and as it continues to move northwest over the Atlantic, it is expected to become a tropical depression midweek. The formation chance through the next five days is 60%.
National Hurricane Center areas of interest for August 2, 2020. The cluster of storms in the Atlantic is currently tracking away from islands. Courtesy NOAA
How Serious is a Tropical Storm?
Tropical storms can be extremely dangerous storms, with flooding, wind, and tornado hazards. Strong tropical storms can cause downed trees, knocking out power and blocking roads, and cause flash floods which inundate communities. They can also be little more than blustery days with some rain. It all depends on where you are, where the center of the storm is, and how well-organized the storm is.
Tropical storms which just brush the Orlando area can bring clouds alternating with watery sunshine and squally storms which blow through quickly. The outer rain bands of tropical systems produce weather that’s very distinctive from normal Florida storms. These short bursts of heavy rain with gusty winds arrive quickly and depart just as swiftly, unlike a heavy afternoon thunderstorm which might hang out in the area for a few hours, dumping inches of rain, gusty winds, and frequent lightning.
Surprise rain in Fantasyland, 2019
In tropical storm squalls, thunderstorms with lightning tend be embedded cells in heavier rain bands, rather than huge sprawling complexes of storms which we get so used to in summer.
As we are far from the weakening core of Tropical Storm Isaias, and with an atmosphere which currently doesn’t favor tornado development, there is a similar level of risk to venturing outdoors today as there would be any other day in the summer.
So you can often enjoy a day at the theme parks even when there’s a tropical storm in the area, and generally face very little risk other than getting extremely wet. This could vary of course—a strong, well-organized tropical storm moving directly through Orlando could have severe effects and would prompt a response from theme parks. It’s important to remember every storm is its own individual situation, and plan for risks accordingly.
As fans await the return of the Disney+ hit show The Mandalorian they can grab plenty of merchandise at Walt Disney World and shopDisney online. At Main Street Emporium we found a variety of large stickers featuring The Child, as well as one for The Mandalorian himself. Each large sticker is $4.99.
The Child From The Mandalorian Sticker at Magic KingdomThe Child From The Mandalorian Sticker at Magic KingdomThe Child From The Mandalorian Sticker at Magic Kingdom
Will any of these The Mandalorian stickers get stuck on you?
Long ago, in the far away land of ancient Greece… If you recognize these words you are in for the virtual trip of a lifetime! During today’s Adventure at Home we are going to explore the land of powerful gods and extraordinary heroes, so get ready to say “OPA!” as we celebrate the magic of Greece with Adventures by Disney.
1.Did Someone Say Toga Party?
A true hero isn’t measured by the size of his strength, but by the accessories on his toga. You and your family can celebrate Greece with this historical attire that is easy to recreate at home. All you need is some bedsheets (preferably in a neutral color) and safety pins. If you want to go the distance, you can accessorize with fake gold chains (or real, no one is judging), jewelry, or amulets. A pair of sandals will complete the look.
2.Like Painting a Masterpiece, it’s a Work of Heart!
Time to call the Muses, legendary goddesses of the arts. Today’s family game is going to put your artistic abilities to the test as you draw items inspired by our Greece itinerary while your family guesses. Just print this game guide and get ready to play Adventures by Disney – Draw it! Greece Edition.
3.Isn’t it Sweet? (Our Favorite Flavor!)
Our Greece itinerary features LOTS of culinary highlights but there is a flakey slice of cheesy magic that stands out. In the beautiful island of Crete, Adventurers learn to prepare a traditional pastry made with cheese, honey and filo dough, the Cretan Cheese Pie. Download the recipe here.
4.I Have Often Dreamed of a Far-Off Place
You’ll be the envy of friends, coworkers, classmates and family when you use these virtual backgrounds for your next video conference.
The first backdrop gives you a bird’s eye view of the breathtaking island of Santorini, where whitewashed villages envelop cliffs that tower above an underwater caldera.
Our second backdrop features the famous Acropolis, a testimony to the greatness of ancient Greece. Located on a flat rock overlooking Athens, this citadel is home to some of Greece’s most famous monuments, including the Parthenon. Right click on each image above to save the virtual backdrops.
If you want to continue adventuring together, check out our collection of Adventures by Disney destinations featured in our Adventures at Home series. Explore the majestic natural wonders of Iceland, set sail on a river cruise through the South of France, join our safari to South Africa or embark on an expedition to Montana and Yellowstone National Park.
Stay tuned to Disney Parks Blog for even more #DisneyMagicMoments and experience the magic of Disney wherever you may be.
See ya next time, adventurers!
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