Early Theme Park Entry has arrived at Walt Disney World. Here’s how the process will work during your next visit. Arrive Early Early Theme Park Entry is an amenity available only to guests staying at official Disney resorts. Theoretically, you will arrive at a Disney park 30 minutes before it opens. You’ll get to go […]
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort just brought back something DVC members missed and desperately needed. I’ll talk about that, a leaky roof, and some pool repairs in today’s update. The Monorail Station Reopens Planned or not, the Polynesian has performed a phased reopening of Great Ceremonial House amenities. DVC guests knew that everything was returning to […]
A buffet is back, a steakhouse is coming, and California Grill gets fancy – well, fancier – for Walt Disney World’s birthday. Also, we know more about refurbs coming soon at Disney Vacation Club resorts. Let’s talk about what’s happening! Jambo House Favorites Return Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas has missed two of its best amenities […]
We know more about Extended Evening Hours and Early Entry at Walt Disney World. I’ll talk you through everything in today’s park update. Early Entry at Walt Disney World Disney bummed out many of its loyal fans when it confirmed that Extra Magic Hours weren’t returning. Formerly, guests staying at official Disney resorts got to […]
A DVC hotel just remembered that it has Spa in its name. So I’ll bring you up to speed on that, some restaurants, the new Disney Cruise Line rules, and more. DVC Availability I’ll start with something a bit random but vital for DVC members. Have you spent time daydreaming about Walt Disney World on/around […]
Yes, the rumors are true! Annual passes are out at Disneyland! In their place, the Happiest Place on Earth just announced the Magic Key program. Here’s everything you need to know. Are These Annual Passes? Yes, please don’t let the new terminology fool you. When you buy a Magic Key, you’re purchasing theme park access […]
Disney just confirmed the near-immediate returns of several popular restaurants. But, alas, one other change will make it harder for DVC members to eat cheap on vacation. Allow me to explain. A Perishable Goods Policy Change Last Friday, July 23rd, Disney quietly altered a longstanding policy involving resort split stays. Before then, guests could easily […]
On June 23rd, 2018, Pixar Pier opened at Disney California Adventure (DCA). Since that date, we’ve all awaited its sibling, a Marvel themed land. When Disney unveiled Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! in 2017, it committed to a new vision for DCA. Half the park would celebrate Pixar, while the other half would […]
Two weeks ago, Walt Disney World revealed its Halloween party plans for the year. To the surprise of few, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party (MNSSHP) is off the menu due to lingering COVID-19-related safety concerns. Disney lined up a more than adequate replacement, though. In 2021, Disney After Hours – Boo Bash will earn a spot […]
On April 30th, after more than 15 months away, Disneyland Resort finally reopened its theme parks. Since then, we’ve learned a lot about policy changes and updates. Disney is also pumping out updates about the stuff that hasn’t returned yet. Here’s what we know about Disneyland’s Triumphant Return. The Basics of Disneyland’s Reopening Disney has […]