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Disney parks around the world are beginning to reopen.

Opening the same week as Walt Disney World, Disneyland Paris will begin a gradual reopening on July 15th — but that’s not the only result of getting back to business. Construction has also resumed in the park on several highly-anticipated upcoming attractions, like the Marvel Hotel! Check it out.

Disneyland Paris announced that in-progress construction and renovation work will resume this week. These projects include Disney’s Hotel New York — The Art of Marvel, Avengers Campus, Cars Route 66 Road Trip, and Disney Junior Dream Factory.

Recently, Imagineering President Bob Weiss gave us an update on construction at the Disney parks around the world. He assured that Avengers Campus in Disneyland Paris (and in Disney California Adventure) would “be able to surge forward.”

As construction resumes, the health and safety of Imagineers, Cast Members, contractors, and suppliers remain a priority. Imagineering has implemented new health measures such as face masks and physical distancing.

Natacha Rafalski, President of Disneyland Paris, said of the resumption, “I am very pleased to welcome our Cast Members, the Imagineers, and the contracting companies to relaunch the construction of new and exciting experiences that will entertain and delight our visitors in the years to come.”

Stay tuned to DFB for all of the latest updates about the reopening Disney parks!

Click here to learn more about the latest Disney parks construction update!

Are you excited that progress has resumed in Disneyland Paris? Tell us in the comments! 

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Today in Getting to Know Universal we are covering the ins and outs of Universal Studios Florida’s The Bourne Stuntacular. Located in the Hollywood section, the park’s newest attraction features high-intensity, live-action sequences; digital projection technology; and large-scale props to bring an action movie to life.

The Bourne Stuntacular replaced Terminator 2 3D: Battle Across Time. Terminator debuted in 1996 as the most expensive film per minute. Combining actors, animated figures, props, and a 3D movie T2:3D changed theme park shows forever. After 21 years of operation T2:3D closed in fall 2017.

The Experience

Behind the Hollywood facades lies the headquarters of the secret CIA black-ops program Treadstone. As new recruits, we are invited to observe and track the CIA’s rogue assassin, Jason Bourne. Using a new visual surveillance system we watch Bourne as he crosses three continents, escapes assassins, and flies through the air.

If that seems complicated do not worry, it’s just a fancy backstory for explaining how there are live stunts on a stage in a theme park.

Bourne Stuntacular’s backdrop is a 3640 sq ft high-resolution LED screen that stretches the length of the stage. The screen is used in conjunction with actors, sets, and large props to seamlessly create a modern action movie right in front of guests’ eyes. In one memorable scene, Bourne climbs a tower that rotates in unison with the panning cityscape background.

It is hard not to compare Bourne to the Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular at Hollywood Studios; both have “stunt” in the title and are based on popular action movies. Indiana Jones though replicates a movie shoot and attempts to show how stunts are performed (or were performed in 1980s). Bourne instead goes for a cinematic feel with modern effects and technology. What you get is less audience participation but a show that is tighter in execution.

The Opinion

T2:3D’s unique blending of film, actors, and effects left big shoes to fill. Despite Bourne being a slightly out-of-date franchise, the show not only lives up to T2:3D but surpasses, creating a new bar by which all stunt shows will be judged. Univeral really hit it out of the park with the show and we expect it will become a must-see, guest favorite.

Restrictions & Accommodations

• Bourne Stuntacular is accessible by wheelchair and ECV.
• CC and assisted listening are available.
• The show features flashes, fire, and loud gun noises.
• Motion on the video screen can cause motion sickness.
• Due to the content of the show parental discretion is advised.

When to Visit

Bourne is the hottest show at Universal Orlando. Due to COVID-19 seating changes, expect to wait at least 30 minutes and up to an hour before being seated. Shows run every 45 minutes starting at roughly 10:40 a.m. and ending in the early evening. We suggest visiting one of the first two showings of the day and queueing up half an hour before scheduled showtime.

Are you excited for this new attraction? Let us know in the comments.

The post Getting to Know Universal – The Bourne Stuntacular appeared first on TouringPlans.com Blog.

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The West Side of Disney Springs is really springing back to life.

The Disney Springs food trucks have returned to Exposition Park and City Works Eatery and Pour House has reopened along with House of Blues.

And now Splitsville Luxury Lanes has just announced they’ll be reopening on Friday, July 10th — that’s one week from today!

The upscale bowling alley and restaurant combo will reopen at 4PM with new health and safety measures in place. To book a table or lane, you can go to their website to make a reservation!

Click here for our ultimate guide to everything that’s reopening at Disney World!

Are you excited Splitsville Luxury Lanes will be reopening next week? Let us know in the comments below!

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Splitsville in Disney Springs is reopening on July 10th!

We have great news! Bowling is Back at Disney Springs West Side starting on Friday, July 10th at 4pm!

The news broke this morning on the Splitsville’s Facebook page!

Return to the “Golden Age of Bowling” at a modern alley that exudes nostalgic, retro-glam vibes across 2 floors, 30 amazing lanes, and 5 lively indoor/outdoor bars. Plus, Splitsville features a billiards area, flat-screen televisions, live music, and an eclectic contemporary menu for patio dining or refueling right on the lane!

Strike up an appetite for fresh sushi, pizza, burgers, and other delish dishes—or simply catch up with friends over a few games and drinks.

 

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Walt Disney World is preparing for guests to re-enter the theme parks starting with Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom on July 11th followed by EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios on July 15th.

Of course, before welcoming back guests, the Resort is welcoming back thousands of cast members that help make the magic all around the Resort. In fact, training has already begun ahead of the reopening, and Disney has shared a video of some of the cast members arriving back “home.”

The training focuses on new protocols with the goal of promoting health and safety for both cast members and guests. You can watch the video below:

Disney also shared the following: “With the return of every cast member, and at the conclusion of every training session, you can feel how passionate and ready the team is as we get one step closer to the first theme parks at Walt Disney World Resort welcoming guests home.”

Additionally it was shared: “Many of us are returning to places that look and feel a little different, and collectively, we’re dedicating thousands of hours to health and safety training because we know that it will take all of us working together to responsibly create the magic once again.”

Welcome home, Walt Disney World Cast Members!

To catch up on the latest information about the reopening of Walt Disney World Resort and Disney Parks around the globe, you may visit any of the links below.

Do you have a special memory of a Walt Disney World cast member? Please let us know with a comment!

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