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Three Surprising Things We Weren’t Expecting to See at the Disney Springs Preview

Recently, we shared a sneak peek of what Disney Springs will look like tomorrow when some of its third-party restaurants and stores reopen thanks to a special media preview that took place earlier today.

Disney Springs

But while we were ready to see temperature screening areas and increased signage based on our experience at Universal CityWalk Orlando as well as the safety guidelines previously issued by Disney Springs, there were still a few surprises mixed in!

Trash Can Lids Have Been Removed

For guests’ and Cast Members’ safety, you’ll notice Disney Springs has their trash can lids so that disposing of trash will now be hands-free.

Water Fountains Are Turned Off

Another thing that was mentioned at the Disney Springs preview is that water fountains have been shut off completely for the time being. We’re expecting they’ll be covered in some way to indicate they’re currently out of service. So far, Disney has installed several handwashing stations (like the ones we saw appear in the parks shortly before the closure began).

We’ll be curious to see if Disney Springs provides an alternative source of drinking water, such as portable water stations.

Dedicated Team of Greeters

And while we had an inkling Disney would be training a specialized team of Cast Members, we didn’t know just what to expect.

©Disney

Click here to learn more about Disney’s new health and safety team!

But today we were introduced to a new team are called Greeters, comprised of Resorts Children’s Activities Cast Members.

They’ll be helping guests in fun and caring ways while ensuring that guests are maintaining health and social distancing guidelines while roaming Disney Springs!

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NEWS! Disney Springs Reduces Operating Hours

As we’ve seen many new safety guidelines and other preparations being made for Disney Springs’ phased reopening tomorrow. Now, we’ve just learned what the new hours will be for the time being.

Disney Springs

According to its website, the new hours for Disney Springs will be 10AM to 10PM.

So far, only some third-party restaurants and retail locations will be reopening tomorrow with several Disney-owned businesses planning to reopen on May 27th.

We’ll be reporting live from Disney Springs tomorrow to show you what the restaurants and shops at Disney World look and feel like so you’ll know what you can expect if you plan on visiting the area soon. Stay tuned!

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A New Team of Health and Safety Cast Members Will Be at the Reopening of Disney Springs Tomorrow

As we’re gearing up to see what Disney Springs will be like tomorrow during the first day of its phased reopening, we’ve already learned about some of the new safety measures and menu changes many of the third-party restaurants have been making.

Disney Springs Pre-Closure

Now we’ve learned about a special team of Disney World ambassadors that will be present at Disney Springs starting tomorrow.

On Disney World Cast and Community’s Facebook page, we just learned a new team of Cast Members has been assembled for Disney Springs’ gradual reopening. This group is comprised of Cast Members from various Disney World Resorts’ Children Activities Services are now called Greeters and they’ll be helping guests in fun and caring ways while providing a little extra assistance when needed!

They will also be making sure that guests are adhering to social distancing guidelines. According to Disney, “they have a keen understanding of our enhanced health and safety procedures, and will throw in some pixie dust for good measure.”

©Photo Courtesy of Disney World Cast and Community’s Facebook Page

If you’re on your way to Disney Springs tomorrow, make sure you check out the latest safety guidelines here, and if you see any of these Disney Cast Members in their spiffy bright yellow shirts out and about, say hello!

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NEWS: Pandora Jewelry, Chapel Hats, Columbia Sportswear and MORE Join List of Disney Springs Shops Reopening on May 20th

Disney Springs will begin a phased reopening tomorrow, May 20th. We have been keeping readers informed of all the restaurants and shops that will reopen in Walt Disney World’s shopping and dining district starting tomorrow.

Disney Springs

As a reminder, Disney-owned and operated locations will begin opening on May 27th, while the initial phase that begins tomorrow will involve third-party vendors. And today we are adding several retail locations to the list of shops that will reopen tomorrow.

The following locations have been added to the list of spots reopening tomorrow on the Disney Springs website.

Town Center

The Disney Springs Town Center is host to a wide array of retail locations.

Disney Springs Town Center

Columbia Sportswear, Edward Beiner Purveyor of Fine Eyewear, Lucky Brand, Luxury of Time by Diamonds International, Pandora Jewelry, Sugarboo & Co., UGG, UNOde50, Volcom, Vera Bradley, and Zara are all among the spots reopening tomorrow in the Town Center of Disney Springs.

The Landing

Chapel Hats, Royally Yours by Arribas Brothers, Sanuk, and Savannah Bee Company will be welcoming guests tomorrow.

The Landing

These locations are all found in The Landing in Disney Springs.

Marketplace

In the Marketplace, the Happy Hound kiosk joins the list of locations reopening on May 20th.

Marketplace Co-op

As a reminder, the Marketplace Co-op (pictured above) will be reopening as part of the Disney-owned locations that will begin reopening on May 27th.

West Side

On the West Side, guests will find Sosa Family Cigars reopen.

Disney Springs West Side

These locations will join other previously announced shops which you can find here.

Disney has also provided information about the measures that will be implemented upon reopening for the safety of all guests and cast members. These protocols include temperature checks, capacity limits, and more, and you can read about those in detail here.

To learn more about the current status of Disney Resorts and parks around the world, you can visit any of the links below.

Are you following the reopening of Disney Springs? Please let us know with a comment.

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NEWS! Paradiso 37 and T-REX Join List of Disney Springs Restaurants Reopening on May 20th

Disney Springs will begin a phased reopening on May 20th, and we are keeping readers informed of all the restaurants and shops that will reopen in Walt Disney World’s shopping and dining district tomorrow.

Disney Springs

While select Disney-owned and operated locations will begin opening on May 27th, the initial phase that begins tomorrow will involve third-party vendors. And today we are adding T-REX and Paradiso 37 to the list of restaurants opening tomorrow.

Though we are not certain how offerings might differ upon reopening, Paradiso 37 Entertainment often features live music in their covered outdoor dining area while guests enjoy cuisine from North, Central and South America.

Paradiso 37 Outside View

Reservations are currently available for Paradiso 37 through OpenTable.com.

T-REX in the Marketplace is also slated to reopen tomorrow, according to the Disney Springs website.

T-Rex Restaurant

We will continue to keep you posted on more retail locations that will reopen as well, so please stay tuned.

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