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Walt Disney World is reopening in 3 weeks and with that come some changes to be able to enjoy the magic again.

One of the recent ones is the temporarily suspension of park hopping tickets. In order to comply with the reduced capacity at theme parks, this option will not be available for now.

If you have a Disney reservation with park hopper tickets, these are the options available for you:

• Ticket extension: You may use your current date based ticket by September 26, 2021 with the existing add-on options, should the options return by that date.
• Ticket modification: Resort packages with tickets may be modified or cancelled. To discuss your options please contact the Disney Reservation Center at 407-934-7639 beginning June 22 or contact your travel professional.
• Ticket cancellation: If you don’t want to use your ticket, you also have the option of cancelling your ticket or package. To discuss your options please contact the Disney Reservation Center at 407-566-4985 beginning June 22 or contact your travel professional.

As of now there’s no specific date as when this option will be back but Disney hopes it will be soon.

In the meantime, why not enjoy that extra money and treat yourself with your favorite Disney snack!

Walt Disney World will be reopening on July 11th for Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom, and July 15th for Hollywood Studios and Epcot.

Credit: Walt Disney World

 

 

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Disney World is set to begin a phased reopening of the theme parks on July 11th, but we won’t all have to wait that long.

Between limited capacities and the new theme park reservation system, we’re wondering IF we’ll be able to get into the parks when they open. On the other hand, some Annual Passholders in the Disney World area will be able to get into the parks BEFORE July 11th! Disney just announced the dates for the Annual Passholder previews!

The screenshot below is taken from the Walt Disney World website. Note that while we were aware of the significance of June 22nd and June 26th (you can read more about the theme park reservation that’s mentioned for those dates here, by the way), July 9th and 10th are the dates listed for Annual Passholder Previews at Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom theme parks!

Disney also states that: “Weekday Select, Theme Park Select, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Platinum Plus and Premier Passholders will have the opportunity to register for a special preview at Magic Kingdom park or Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park on July 9 or 10.”  Annual Passholders should be on the lookout for e-mail invitations with registration details SOON. 

Reservations will be required and limited, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. An eligible activated annual pass is required for Preview registration. Also note that if eligible Passholders would like to bring a guest, the guest must also have a valid Weekday Select, Theme Park Select, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Platinum Plus or Premier annual pass. Additionally, your guest must be included on your Family & Friends list (in your Disney account) and have opted to share “All My Plans” with you.

We’ll post when we have more info about the Passholder Previews and we’ll be reporting in from the events as well! As always, you can count on us for the latest updates!

Click here to learn more about the OFFICIAL reopening of the Disney theme parks.

Will you be heading to the Annual Passholder previews? Tell us in the comments!

From our friends at www.disneyfoodblog.com
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The Cruise Line International Association announced today that they are extending the suspension of cruise operations at U.S. ports until September 15, 2020. Disney Cruise Line is a member of the Cruise Line International Association (CLIA).

The CDC’s No Sail Order, which expires July 24, has not been extended as of now. Check out the official announcement from CLIA below:

“Due to the ongoing situation with the U.S. related to COVID-19, CLIA member cruise lines have decided to voluntarily extend the period of suspended passenger operations. The current No Sail Order issued by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will expired on 24 July, and although we had hoped that cruise activity could resume as soon as possible after that date, it is increasingly clear that more time will be needed to resolve barriers to resumption in the United States.

Although we are confident that future cruises will be healthy and safe, and will fully reflect the latest protective measures, we also feel that it is appropriate to err on the side of caution to help ensure the best interests of our passengers and crewmembers. We have therefore decided to further extend our suspension of operations from U.S. ports until 15 September. The additional time will also allow us to consult with the CDC on measures that will be appropriate for the eventual resumption of cruise operations.

This voluntary suspension applies to all CLIA members to which the No Sail Order applied (vessels with capacity to carry 250 persons or more). CLIA member cruise lines will continually evaluate the evolving situation and make a determination as to whether a further extension is necessary.”

As of today, Disney Cruise Line has canceled sailings in Europe through October 2, in Canada through September 2, and all other itineraries through July 17. We expect DCL to announce more cancelations soon.

Source: Cruise Line International Association

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Disney World isn’t even open yet, but the last few hours have sure been a crazy ride!

And here’s the thing: now that the proverbial flood gates have opened, Disney World info seems to be gushing OUT! In addition to finding out Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival is now starting July 15th, MagicBands will no longer be given to resort guest for free next year, and Mickey’s-Not-So-Scary Halloween Party being canceled, even more details about Disney World’s attractions and entertainment have come spilling out!

Disney World has already informed us certain guest experiences will not be offered or will be modified including character meet and greets, parades, and fireworks when the parks reopen. Disney also just shared with us a big list of special events that are being canceled this morning.

But Disney World has also made a few changes to the “Know Before You Go” section of its website today! In the edit, we spotted a few indications of what we’ll be seeing instead of parades and nighttime spectaculars!

You read that right, folks!! Disney has just confirmed characters will VERY MUCH be present when the parks reopen! You’ll just be seeing them in a different format than you may be used to!

Disney’s use of the word “cavalcade” reminds us of the Cursed Calvacade we’ve seen at Disney Villains After Dark parties or the Rainy Day Calvacade that gets dispatched on soggier days! This is a term Disney often uses for smaller parades at Magic Kingdom!

But what’s this?? Disney also says characters will be sailing the waterways of Disney’s Animal Kingdom and proceeding along World Showcase promenade at EPCOT?! There will also be motorcades on Hollywood Boulevard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios?! Umm, yeah…it looks like Disney World is promising there will still be a lot of excitement until their traditional offerings resume.

We’re going back over everything with a fine toothcomb right now to make sure we’ve told you about every new piece of information we’ve just found out today! Plus, we’re still scouring the interwebs for anything new, so stay tuned for more breaking news!

Click here to read our tutorial on how Disney World’s new reservation will work once it goes live!

Are you excited about seeing these new Disney character cavalcades when the theme parks reopen? Let us know which park you’d like to visit first in the comments below!

From our friends at www.disneyfoodblog.com
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