Summer is winding down at Disneyland Resort and while Disneyland and Disney California Adventure still have no reopening date in sight, a steady stream of new merchandise has been arriving at World of Disney in Downtown Disney. Let’s take a look at all the new goodies.
The temperatures outside have been hitting the triple digits so these fans are perfect to cool off with. They’re surprisingly affordable at $9.99.
Other styles include this one with Dr. Facilier from The Princess and the Frog.
Orange Bird may be a Walt Disney World thing, but time and time again his merchandise appears at Disneyland Resort.
This Oogie Boogie nutcracker ($64.99) was selling like hotcakes. I saw dozens of people purchasing one while I was at World of Disney.
Fans of 90s Disney movies, rejoice! There’s a ton of new apparel for you to buy. The Hercules jacket is $49.99, while the shirt on the right was $36.99.
More Hercules shirts. Both the Hades and Megara shirts are $36.99 each.
You don’t see Hunchback of Notre Dame merchandise very often. These were also $36.99 each.
This hooded shirt featuring Percy and Meeko can be yours for $44.99.
I’m sure someone out there will find this $36.99 sleeveless Pocahontas shirt appealing. Anyone?
Wrapping things up we have these “it’s a small world” leggings and a shirt to go with them. Unfortunately I forgot to take note of the price on these.
Are you planning on getting any of these items? Let me know in the comments below.
Well, it’s something. Disney expects to have reopened a little over 50% of its hotels by the end of the fiscal year.
Ever wonder how Eric Idle filmed the moon scene as part of Journey Into Imagination? He shared the details on Twitter.
D23 is going to hold the D23 Halloween Mousequerade! It will be a virtual costume contest where contestants can create their best Disney-themed, original costume and enter for a chance to win a $500 Disney Gift Card! Sounds like fun! Who’s ready to get creative?
Disney is pleased with the viewership of the live action Mulan, given the fact that it’s the first time they’ve ever released a film like this. However things are not as smooth as they had hoped they would be with the release. Did you catch the film this past week?
This has me excited! A Disney+ show that takes us behind the scenes of Disney’s Animal Kingdom?! This is the content I signed for Disney+ for! I am 100% all in on this one! What about you?
Clouds, an original movie for Disney+ will be streaming on October 16. Take a look at the trailer and let us know what you think.
The female version of Doogie Howser, called Doogie Kameāloha, M.D. will officially hit Disney+ in the future.
Florida Residents looking to visit Walt Disney World Resort can “fall” in love with some special offers and save on magical seasonal experiences at Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT and more.
First, with a Florida Resident Disney Magic Flex Ticket, guests can visit 2, 3 or 4 days – depending on the ticket purchased – at one Walt Disney World theme park per day. Florida Residents can enjoy a2-day Florida Resident Disney Magic Flex Ticket for just $130 plus tax. 2-day Florida Resident Disney Magic Flex Tickets must be used by September 30, 2020. Reservations are limited and subject to availability.
We’re also thrilled to share that for a limited time, Florida Residents will be able to receive a 20% discount on select merchandise at Walt Disney World Resort owned and operated locations. This special new discount runs Mondays through Thursdays—September 15 through October 29, 2020 (proof of residency required). See offer details.
And Florida Residents can stay in the middle of the magic with a special Resort hotel offer. Residents can save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels for stays most nights through December 25, 2020. Visit our offer page for details.
As a reminder, we’re continuing to operate with new protocols in place to promote the health and well-being of guests and cast members. To manage attendance during this time, we are using the Disney Park Pass system. All guests with a ticket or annual pass are required to make a reservation in advance for each park entry. Learn more by visiting DisneyWorld.com/Updates.
When visiting, Florida Residents can enjoy our bewitching fall surprises across the Resort, including at Magic Kingdom Park. From September 15 to October 31, Main Street, U.S.A. will be dressed in fall décor and other seasonal offerings, like a special Halloween-themed character cavalcade with Mickey, Minnie, Pluto and pals.
And for the first time, guests of all ages can wear their funniest, Disney-ist, most creative costumes during Magic Kingdom Park regular operating hours.
Sip, savor and stroll across six continents at the foodie festival that offers over 20 signature global marketplaces and discover a family-friendly scavenger hunt and a multitude of entertainment. Here’s more on the Festival.
For more information on all Resort offerings and experiences, visit DisneyWorld.com. And be sure to keep checking the Disney Parks Blog for more updates.
From our friends at disneyparks.disney.go.com Filed Under: Vacation Planning, Walt Disney World Resort, WDW
Follow along on this previously recorded experience as Kevin shares tips for not only how to prepare the perfect dish, but some hacks for those with dietary preferences, and other tricks to make these dishes your own.
Want to look the part as well? Check out shopDisney next month for some all-new products from this year’s Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, as well as fun cooking gear for any time!
This is the first of a series of #DisneyMagicMoment events bringing you the best of Disney, whether you visit us in locations around the world, or bring the magic home. Keep your eye on the Disney Parks Blog for more #DisneyMagicMoments!
From our friends at disneyparks.disney.go.com Filed Under: Uncategorized, disney magic moments, Epcot
There’s a saying I used to have when I was a Disney Cast Member: “the calm before and after the storm.” The time leading up to a busy period and the time immediate after was always so calm. This Labor Day weekend was the busiest weekend at Walt Disney World since reopening – which came as no surprise. Also no surprise is the days immediately following it have been extremely quiet. Wait times plummeted down to the low numbers to which we have grown accustomed.
The park hours have now been reduced, which while annoying, is also understandable. Our Lines App can help you make the most of the shorter park hours to make sure you maximize your time. The app uses real-time data to show Expected Wait Times compared to Disney’s Posted Wait Times and make recommendations as to when to visit each attraction so you save as much time as possible.
Magic Kingdom Wait Times in Lines App at 1:00 p.m. on 9/8/2020
Let’s see how things looked at Magic Kingdom and EPCOT yesterday and Tuesday.
Wait Times at Magic Kingdom on Tuesday September 8, 2020
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train 1:00 p.m. vs 3:00 p.m.
Posted Wait Time 45 / Expected 28
Posted Wait Time 35 / Expected 27
Space Mountain 1:00 p.m. vs 3:00 p.m.
Posted Wait Time 10 / Expected 7
Posted Wait Time 15 / Expected 10
Haunted Mansion 1:00 p.m. vs 3:00 p.m.
Posted Wait Time 30 / Expected 22
Posted Wait Time 30 / Expected 15
Big Thunder Mountain 1:00 p.m. vs 3:00 p.m.
Posted Wait Time 30 / Expected 21 / Actual 14
Posted Wait Time 15 / Expected 13
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Wait Times in Lines App 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Tues. 9/8/2020Space Mountain Wait Times in Lines App 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Tues. 9/8/2020Haunted Mansion Wait Times in Lines App 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Tues. 9/8/2020Big Thunder Mountain Wait Times in Lines App 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Tues. 9/8/2020
Now, let’s head over to EPCOT to see how things looked on Tuesday, September 8, 2020. When looking at the Expected and Actual Wait Times below you’ll see that our Lines App showed wait times that were 10 – 15 minutes less than what Disney’s Posted Wait Times indicate.
EPCOT UK Pavilion Tuesday 9/8/2020Test Track Entrance 9/8/2020
Frozen Ever After 1:00 p.m. vs. 3:00 p.m.
Posted Wait Time 35 / Expected 18
Posted Wait Time 45 / Expected 27
Test Track 1:00 p.m. vs. 3:00 p.m.
Posted Wait Time 30 / Expected 23
Posted Wait Time 30 / Expected 23
Soarin’ 1:00 p.m. vs. 3:00 p.m.
Posted Wait Time 10 / Expected 12
Posted Wait Time 10 / Expected 8
Mission: SPACE 1:00 p.m. vs. 3:00 p.m.
Posted Wait Time 10 / Expected 8
Posted Wait Time 10 / Expected 8
Frozen Ever After Wait Times in Lines App 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Tues. 9/8/2020Test Track Wait Times in Lines App 1:00 p.m and 3:00 p.m. on Tues. 9/8/2020Soarin’ Wait Times in Lines App 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Tues. 9/8/2020Mission Space Wait Times in Lines App 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Tues. 9/8/2020
In short, for both EPCOT and Magic Kingdom the longest expected wait times barely reached 30 minutes. However, some rides like Test Track, experienced some down times. This can cause a ripple effect and it helps to have our Lines app to be able to adjust your plans based on real-time information.
Yesterday our field team visited Magic Kingdom. Let’s see if wait times continued to stay low.
Main Street at Magic Kingdom 9/9/2020
Wait Times at Magic Kingdom on Wednesday September 9, 2020
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train 1:00 p.m. vs 3:00 p.m.
Posted Wait Time 35 / Expected 27
Posted Wait Time 30 / Expected 24
Space Mountain 1:00 p.m. vs 3:00 p.m.
Posted Wait Time 10 / Expected 5
Haunted Mansion 1:00 p.m. vs 3:00 p.m.
Offline at 1:00 p.m.
Posted Wait Time 20 / Expected 18
Big Thunder Mountain 1:00 p.m. vs 3:00 p.m.
Posted Wait Time 25 / Expected 17 / Actual 11
Posted Wait Time 20 / Expected 13
Seven Dwarfs Wait Times in Lines App 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Wed 9/9/20Space Mountain Wait Times in Lines App 3:00 p.m. on 9/9/2020Haunted Mansion Wait Times in Lines App 3:00 pm on 9/9/20Big Thunder Mountain Wait Times in Lines App 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Wed 9/9/20
When comparing Tuesday and Wednesday, wait times were slightly lower than the already low wait times at Magic Kingdom. Haunted Mansion did experience some down time and when it came back up the wait time was close to 20 minutes. Our Lines app recommended going to other attractions knowing from the data that the wait time would go down later on.
You can check historical wait times for any Walt Disney World attractions on our site. Here’s the full day’s worth of wait times at Haunted Mansion yesterday. The green dots show actual wait times experienced and submitted by users of our app, known as Liners. You can see that as of 4:30 p.m. Haunted Mansion was a walk-on, with practically no wait at all.
Haunted Mansion Wait Times on 9/9/20
Space Mountain at Magic Kingdom 9/9/2020Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom 9/9/2020
While the hype about Labor Day Weekend attendance was warranted, it is no surprise that crowds dropped off significantly right after. We anticipate things to be pretty quiet for the next few weeks in Orlando. We’ll continue to bring coverage and helpful information about Walt Disney World and other experiences.
Are you planning on visiting during this slow period at the parks? What do you think of these wait times?
The temperatures outside have been hitting the triple digits so these fans are perfect to cool off with. They’re surprisingly affordable at $9.99.
This Oogie Boogie nutcracker ($64.99) was selling like hotcakes. I saw dozens of people purchasing one while I was at World of Disney.
Fans of 90s Disney movies, rejoice! There’s a ton of new apparel for you to buy. The Hercules jacket is $49.99, while the shirt on the right was $36.99.
More Hercules shirts. Both the Hades and Megara shirts are $36.99 each.
You don’t see Hunchback of Notre Dame merchandise very often. These were also $36.99 each.
Wrapping things up we have these “it’s a small world” leggings and a shirt to go with them. Unfortunately I forgot to take note of the price on these.
