If you missed out on the limited time annual passholder discount on shopDisney online, there’s still some hope to save big on some of the latest merchandise collections. You’ll just need to head to Walt Disney World soon. Multiple merchandise collections from this summer are now on sale for 30% off. When at Animal Kingdom this week I asked if the annual passholder discount could be applied on top of this sale and was told it could, as well a Disney Vacation Club and other discounts.
Americana Collection 30% Off at Disney’s Animal KingdomAmericana Collection 30% Off at Disney’s Animal KingdomAmericana Collection 30% Off at Disney’s Animal KingdomRainbow Disney Collection 30% Off at Disney’s Animal KingdomDisney Neon Collection 30% Off at Disney’s Animal KingdomSweet Summer Collection 30% Off at Disney’s Animal KingdomSweet Summer Collection 30% Off at Disney’s Animal KingdomSweet Summer Collection 30% Off at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
On top of these savings you can really go for extra savings with 2020 dated merchandise which is buy one get one free, plus any applicable discounts. This year is certainly not one to celebrate, but in a way I personally want to commemorate it.
BOGO 2020 Dated Merchandise at Disney’s Animal KingdomBOGO 2020 Dated Merchandise at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Over at EPCOT you can commemorate the shortest EPCOT International Flower and Garden in history with 30% off all festival merchandise. This includes the adorable Orange Bird merchandise!
EPCOT Flower and Garden Merchandise 30% OffEPCOT Flower and Garden Merchandise 30% OffEPCOT Flower and Garden Orange Bird Merchandise 30% OffEPCOT Flower and Garden Orange Bird Merchandise 30% Off
The sale of these collections means its time make way for fall and winter merchandise. Do you have a favorite collection from this summer? Or, are you ready for fall and winter to arrive?
From our friends at touringplans.com Filed Under: Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, In the Parks, Merchandise, Saving Money, disney discount, disney sale, disney summer, rainbow disney
Nostalgia is a strong emotional driver and Disney knows just how to play to it. Lately we’ve seen some ’90s-style merchandise at Walt Disney World, and on shopDisney online, that is pure nostalgia, and we’re totally falling for it.
Of all places, we spotted two collections of totally ’90s t-shirts at Tomorrowland. What better place to relive the style of three decades ago than the land of the future, right?
90’s Movies T-Shirts at Magic Kingdom
Up first is a collection of t-shirts dedicated to 1990s animated Disney movies. Lots of fan favorites are in this collection. Unfortunately, the shirts are a little thin and close to being crop-style. Still, they excel at creating ’90s vibes that pull on my own nostalgia heartstrings. Each one is $36.99 and styles available include Tarzan, A Bug’s Life, Pocahontas, and The Hunchback of Notre Dame.
Tarzan T-Shirt at Magic KingdomPocahontas T-Shirt at Magic KingdomHunchback of Notre Dame T-Shirt at Magic KingdomHunchback of Notre Dame T-Shirt at Magic Kingdom – BackA Bug’s Life T-Shirt at Magic KingdomA Bug’s Life T-Shirt at Magic Kingdom – Back
The other collection is more about ’90s style than it is about ’90s characters. These patterned t-shirts have a modern flair, but are based on a style that was popular in the 1990s – trust me, I lived through the decade. These are thicker than the other t-shirts and a longer cut too, but also priced at $36.99. The pattern is bold, with large illustrations of a variety of characters including Pluto; Tigger; Ursula; Copper and Todd; a Stormtrooper; modern-day Huey, Dewey, and Louie; as well as the teacups from The Mad Tea Party attraction.
Ursula Patterned T-Shirt at Magic KingdomTodd and Copper Patterned T-Shirt at Magic KingdomTigger Patterned T-Shirt at Magic KingdomStormtrooper Patterned T-Shirt at Magic KingdomSimba Patterned T-Shirt at Magic KingdomPluto Patterned T-Shirt at Magic KingdomHuey Duey and Luey Patterned T-Shirt at Magic KingdomMad Tea Party Patterned T-Shirt at Magic Kingdom
From our friends at touringplans.com Filed Under: In the Parks, Merchandise, disney t-shirts, duck tales, Magic Kingdom, pluto, Pocahontas, tarzan, tigger, ursula
Any of us who are fortunate enough to write about Orlando’s theme parks are often asked “is it safe?’ Safety is such an important factor and I personally am very conscientious about painting a realistic picture without saying “Yes, it is safe” or “No, it isn’t.” I feel safety can be relative to one’s comfort and tolerance.
I personally feel safe at Walt Disney World, but with certain extra measures taken by me. It takes a lot of personal responsibility to create the feeling of being safe, depending on your comfort level. We have multiple members on our team who have visited Walt Disney World many times in the past month, and they are still comfortable doing so. I myself have only visited twice, but do have plans to visit this week.
Main Street USA at Magic Kingdom – Thursday 8/20/20
Walt Disney World has been open for just over one month. Are the stringent safety measures still holding up? Let’s examine some observations from our field team’s recent visits. A note of reference, the photos in this post are from the past 7 – 10 days.
Physical Distancing is Dependent on Floor Markers
Major theme parks have learned that large crowds need visual cues to direct them. This is true with physical distancing. Wherever markers are visible, such as markings on the floor showing where to stand, compliance is good. Are there occasions in which guests miss the mark? Of course, but our team has witnessed Cast Members doing a good job of directing guests.
Physical distancing can become a problem when an attraction’s line extends beyond the physical queue and lacks distancing markers. It can also be an issue on walkways, especially in narrow areas. My suggestion, if this is a concern for you, is to be aware and adjust where you are walking, or your speed to allow you to create the space you need.
I also feel the arrival experience and each park’s main street area is rough for physical distancing. Perhaps it is because people haven’t dispersed throughout the park yet. Just something to be aware of.
Physical Distancing Inside Toy Story ManiaPhysical Distancing Navi’i River Journey
Mask Compliance is Strong
Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World made their mask policy even more stringent a few weeks ago. Face coverings with exhalation valves, with mesh, or without the ability to be fully secured, like a bandanna or neck gaiter, are no longer allowed. This enhancement to the policy made me very happy, and proved to me their continued commitment to safety.
During my visit in mid July I did notice a very small amount of guests who did not have a mask covering their nose, and it did make me uncomfortable for a moment, but that occurrence was rare. Also at the parking lot many guests are still getting ready for their day in the park as they walk toward the entrance, and therefore do not have their mask on yet. Furthermore, without the markings, physical distancing can be an issue in the parking lots. This is something to be aware of if you have strong concerns about masks and distancing, like me.
Physical Distancing at Toy Story LandMobile Ordering at Aloha Isle at Magic Kingdom
Our field team who has visited a fair amount in the past two weeks reports that mask compliance continues to be strong. Compliance is assisted by Cast Members and park leadership who continue to enforce the policy.
Overall Cleanliness is Excellent
Over the past month of visiting the parks since the reopening, our field team feels Disney has stepped up their cleaning and sanitizing so that it is near constant. Nearly everywhere you look at any given moment you’ll probably see at least one Cast Member cleaning and sanitizing.
Personally, I still bring my own hand sanitizer wherever I go these days, including the theme parks. Disney does have lots of hand sanitizing stations around the park, but there are still moments I experienced when I was thankful I had my own spray.
Cleanliness at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Starbucks
Final Thoughts
Disney has always made safety its top priority. In internal training there are the four keys, which are Safety, Courtesy, Show, and Efficiency. The order is important. Without safety none of the rest can happen or even matter. In the end, the concept of safety is relative. But, Disney certainly is continuing to do all it can to ensure the safest environment possible.
Directional Signage and Spacing Inside Main Street Emporium
If you have significant concerns about safety, you will need to be very aware of those around you. I am not too keen on doing anything indoors, for example, so I plan my visit around outdoor activities. You may find yourself needing to move on to a different area on occasion due to physical distancing or mask compliance, but it is rare. In the end, Disney and Universal are both doing a strong job in maintaining their safety procedures, though our team does feel Disney is doing a better job at this point. Our team commends the hard work of all the front line Cast Members and Team Members for upholding these important practices.
Have any questions about COVID-19 safety at the parks? Let us know in the comments.
From our friends at touringplans.com Filed Under: Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, In the Parks, Magic Kingdom, Trip Planning, disney cleanliness, disney covid, disney reopening, disney safety
International Dog Day celebrates all four-legged friends and encourages ownership and adoption while also acknowledging lifesaving and comfort-giving dogs. So, to mark the day, we’ve fetched some of our most pup-ular Disney magic to pamper your pup – beginning with an absolutely paw-tastic “Park Bark” doggy treat recipe by Disney Chef Heather Wall.
Our special Disney Dog Pack also includes a “dog-it-yourself” treat jar with a special dose of pixie dust. To create this paw-some Disney doggy treat jar, download the instructions here.
And to celebrate the day, we’re also including a few delightful doggy Disney+ shows and movies to enjoy with your favorite four-legged friend.
We hope you enjoy our International Dog Day takeover. Be sure to check back for more of these types of stories on the Disney Parks Blog and follow along using hashtags #DisneyMagicMoments, #NationalDogDay and #InternationalDogDay.
