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Disney’s VERY Detailed Survey Looks for Guests’ Experiences at the Newly Re-Opened Hotels!

Post author By disneyfoodblog.com
Post date June 28, 2020

As Disney World’s Resorts have started to re-open, we’ve headed back to explore the pools, say hello to characters, dine at some of our favorite spots, and shop ’till we drop!

Bay Lake Tower

Although the resorts were relatively empty when we visited, we still noticed a lot of changes put in place around the hotels. Since this is an unprecedented situation, Disney is looking to continue making every experience better and safer for guests visiting Disney World.

After our stay at Disney’s Bay Lake Tower, we received an extremely detailed survey about our experience at the resort. While it may seem long (it took a bit of time to complete!), these surveys help Disney continue to expand upon their existing guidelines and create new ones based on the feedback they are given.

Resort Re-Opening Survey

The resort re-opening survey took the time to ask questions about the guests’ perception of the cleanliness in the rooms (which now feature plastic around many of the high-touch objects)…

Resort Re-Opening Survey

…allowing you to provide comments along the way about why you gave certain questions a specific rating.

Resort Re-Opening Survey

Cleanliness in public areas was also an important point to Walt Disney World…

Resort Re-Opening Survey

…as well as the health and safety measures that were in place at the resorts. As we explored, the biggest surprise to us was that the hotels aren’t requiring temperature checks at the moment.

Resort Re-Opening Survey

There were also questions about guests’ views on specific health and safety measures, like distancing, face masks, and hand-washing and hand-sanitizing stations.

Resort Re-Opening Survey

The survey went on to ask permission to use information obtained from our MagicBand or theme park ticket so they can use answers to our questions that best pertained to our experiences.

Resort Re-Opening Survey

The survey continued to go into detail about the Pre-Arrival Health Acknowledgement…

Resort Re-Opening Survey

…our own perception of the health and safety procedures we noticed…

Resort Re-Opening Survey

…and our awareness of the changing re-opening plans at Disney World that could affect our stay.

Resort Re-Opening Survey

Since there is now the ability to use Mobile Check-in, Disney wanted to know if we skipped in-person visitation…

Resort Re-Opening Survey

…and if we had to talk to the Front Desk for assistance (even though our experience with the new virtual chat feature was kind of a mess).

Resort Re-Opening Survey

We also thought it was interesting that Disney wanted feedback on our virtual experiences after we used multiple online features, like Mobile Dine Check-in.

Resort Re-Opening Survey

At the end of the survey, we were asked about safety and security at the Disney Resorts.

Resort Re-Opening Survey

Since the ball is rolling with Disney World’s phased re-opening, we’re curious to see how the resorts incorporate the feedback from these surveys into their everyday operations. As more resorts start to re-open around the property, there could always be changes made and new guidelines put in place to better assist guests and Cast Members.

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort

While we continue to make our way to the resorts to give you a look at everything new happening, we will give you more details on what you can expect when you return to the Disney Resorts! Check back with DFB for all the latest reopening news out of Disney World!

What Disney Resort is your favorite to visit? Let us know in the comments below!

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Have You Seen ALL The Disney NEWS and REVIEWS This Week!?

Post author By disneyfoodblog.com
Post date June 28, 2020

We’ve been hard at work scoping out all the latest news for you this week. Today we have all the details on what’s happening that affects the Disney Parks, hotels, and MORE!

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

See all of our coverage on Disney park closures and reopenings HERE. We still have a LOT to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in… .

All the News From the Disney Parks

Disneyland postpones its reopening date until further notice. <— HUGE REOPENING NEWS
Disney World’s Park Pass reservation system is live. <— BIG PLANNING NEWS!
There were some issues with Park Pass system.
Here’s a first look at the Mobile Dine Check-in at Disney World.
2021 Disney World vacation packages are now open for booking. <— MORE BIG PLANNING NEWS
Here are the glitches in the new Disney World Park Pass system.
Splash Mountain to be re-themed to Princess and the Frog. <— HUGE ATTRACTION NEWS
Check out what Cinderella Castle looks like now! <— PEEK AT THE NEW LOOK!
We’re answering all your questions about the reopened Disney World hotels.
We visited all the reopened Disney World hotels. <— REOPENED HOTEL NEWS
Here’s a first look inside a reopened Disney World hotel room.
Seven of the most Disney ways to deal with the rest of 2020.
Self-service laundry is still available at Disney World hotels.
Six weird things that happened to us at the reopened Disney World hotels. And here are 6 surprises!
Disney World is not requiring temperature checks at the reopened hotels.
Avoid these mistakes when making your Disney World Park Pass reservations.
Annual Passholders can now make theme park reservations. Check out the answers to five big questions.
How to contact Disney World when all the phone lines are crazy.
Disneyland updates its cancellation and change policies again.
What if you need to change your Disney World theme park reservation?
These three states are now under a travel advisory for entering and leaving Florida.
Animal Kingdom reservations are full for July 13th. Hollywood Studios is unavailable through July 18th.
What our readers are experiencing with the Disney Park Pass system Annual Passholder launch.
Florida announces a statewide ban on alcohol consumption in bars. <— BIG NEWS
Read more details about Florida’s new alcohol ban.
Florida is rewriting its hurricane policy.
Disney Cruise Line is now offering cruise date flexibility.
Disney’s Aulani Resort pushed back its reservation availability.
Check out what’s new right now in Disney Springs. See more of what’s new here.
What’s up with the Annual Passholder preview at Disney World?
Biggest U.K. travel agency cancels all Disney World vacations until December.
Fencing has been installed in the middle of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort property.
Fantasia Gardens mini golf has reopened at Disney World.
Construction has resumed on Disneyland’s Frontierland gate.
Face shields will be given to select Disney World cast members.
UNIQLO has closed in Disney Springs.
The Disney World Monorail has installed social distancing barriers.
Did you know this about Disney World’s mountains?
The NBA released the schedule for the rest of the 2020 season at Disney World. See more about the season here.
Disney has pushed back the release date for the live-action ‘Mulan.’
There’s a new female-led ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ film in the works.
Shades of Green has postponed its reopening.
What to do if your shopDisney face masks are too small.
D23 postpones Destination D to 2021.
The NBA might require more restrictions for players at Disney World.
Disneyland and a union have reached an agreement about returning to work.
Disney has shared an update on current construction projects. See more about ongoing construction here.
What Disney films still aren’t on Disney+?
Jambo House at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is not on the list of hotels reopening.
What’s up with the new virtual chat feature at Disney World hotels?
Check out the progress on the walkway from Grand Floridian to the Magic Kingdom.
Check out Disney’s new ride invention and this new water ride tech.
Orange County is getting ready to welcome the NBA and MLS to Orlando.
Check out the new trailer for ‘Muppets Now’ coming to Disney+.
Could the government pay for your next Disney World trip?
Adventures by Disney extend cancellations through September 15th.
5 Disney World changes that could stick around forever.
Universal Orlando has laid off an unknown number of team members.
Virgin Atlantic delays return to flights from the U.K. to Orlando.
Tokyo Disneyland announces a reopening date.
What you need to know about taking buses now that Disney World is open.
Disney World to call back equity workers soon. Disneyland is recalling furloughed workers.
What you need to know about the reopening of Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District.
Stroller rentals can still be delivered to your Disney World hotel.
Look at how empty the reopened Disney World hotels were.
Can you still get a celebration button at Disney World?
Check out a reopened swimming pool at Disney World.
See what’s going on with the Monorail and Disney Skyliner.
Disneyland Paris is reopening on July 15th.
Check out the official trailer for ‘Hamilton’ coming to Disney+.

DFB Reviews and Food News

These Disney World restaurants are reopening on July 11th and July 15th. <— RESTAURANT NEWS
What’s the deal with refillable mugs at Disney World?
Here’s how character dining is different in Disney World right now.
Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar closes one day after reopening in Disney Springs. Check out our review from reopening day here.
City Works Eatery and Pour House new patio has opened in Disney Springs.
Dole Whips are back at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.
Check out the big changes coming to Be Our Guest Restaurant in the Magic Kingdom.
There is Chicken Nuggets Sushi in Disney World!
The 9 Disney World restaurants we miss the most.
Disney World celebrated Stitch Day with a cute cupcake.
Check out the huge cake slices coming to Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs.
Another bar has closed in Disney Springs.
Check out our review of the spicy eats at City Works Eatery and Pour House.
One of our favorite spots at Disney World has announced a reopening date.
Check out our review of the reopened Sanaa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge.
What’s a character breakfast like without characters?
We reviewed the reopened Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ in Disney Springs.
Could this be the new location for Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs?
Raglan Road has updated its menu!
Wine Bar George has a new whiskey and a new cocktail!
Check out the big menu changes coming to Disney World restaurants.
A new donut shop is coming to Disney Springs.
Here’s what is different in a reopened Kona Cafe at Disney World.
Check out this fun new ‘Welcome Back’ cupcake at Disney World.
Here’s what’s different at the reopened Beaches and Cream.
What’s going on with grocery delivery at the reopened Disney World hotels?
See what’s different about the reopened Grand Floridian Cafe.
Two new cupcakes debuted in the bakery case at Erin McKenna’s.
Here’s a first look at Topolino’s Terrace at Disney’s Riviera Resort.

Must-Have Merchandise

Here’s what it’s like to shop in a reopened Disney World. <— SHOPPING NEWS
You can purchase masks and hand sanitizer at Disney World hotels.
Check out the new Rainbow Unicorn Inside Out MagicBand.
We spotted more pin trading Minnie Ears.
Check out the new Hei Hei Cone MagicBand and MORE New MagicBands in Disney World!
We found a fun new rainbow mug in Disney World.
Check out these new Jungle Cruise ornaments.
Take a look at these fun kitchen accessories.
You’ll now find the Maleficent dress in Disney Springs.
Here’s a look at what pin trading looks like at Disney World now.
Check out this new HARVEYS collection featuring Donald Duck.
Check out the new Pocahontas collection from Loungefly.
The new summer collection from Love Your Melon is here.
Check out the new soundtrack from The Imagineering Story.
There’s a new Up charm from Pandora.
We spotted new Stitch phone cases in Disney World.
California Sole is coming to Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District.
Check out these new Baby Yoda bags from Loungefly.
You’ve gotta see these Golden Girls tiki muglets.
We spotted a new Jungle Cruise backpack in Disney World.
Check out these new Toy Story hair scrunchies.

NEW DFB YouTube Videos

The Disney Park Closures — Everything You Need to Know

Here’s what we know about the closures and and travel to Disney World and Disneyland. <—IMPORTANT READ!
Disney World and Disneyland closure questions answered. <–ALL FAQs ANSWERED
A step-by-step guide to canceling, refunding, or rescheduling your Disney vacation.
What is open and what is closed at Disney World.
Should you cancel your Disney World vacation? <—IMPORTANT READ!
5 critical points in the new Federal guidelines that could affect Disney World and Disneyland.

New DFB Video — Is It Even Worth It to Go to Disney World This Year?

Have you subscribed to the DFB YouTube Channel? We’ve got FOUR brand new videos EVERY WEEK showcasing our adventures in Disney World and Disneyland! This week, we’re sharing our latest video: Is It Even Worth It to Go to Disney World This Year? — and don’t forget to subscribe here.

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What’s in the DFB Guide?

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A 5-Step Strategy for Disney Dining Planning, covering everything you need to know from budgeting and booking to kids’ meals, dining discounts, and fireworks.
A comprehensive and in-depth look at EVERY Disney World restaurant, kiosk, bar, and lounge, including our personal tips to ensure a positive and stress-free dining experience.
Four free, downloadable worksheets for planning your trip. These worksheets are designed to help you execute all the steps of planning the perfect Disney dining experience. And they’re reusable for all of your future trips!
Seven sample one-day dining itineraries for a head-start on planning.
A comprehensive index of bars and lounges WITH reviews. An often under-appreciated option for both dining and entertainment, the e-Book devotes a whole index to the topic.
The ability to be read on your mobile device or computer! It’s fully portable right in your pocket!

On to the Round-Up!

Mickey Fix shared this cute Mickey Mouse Cooler Bag.
WDW for Grownups shared a review of B.B. Wolf’s in Disney Springs.
Disney Parks Blog shared a recipe for the Kitchen Sink Sundae.
Disney Family shared a recipe for a Mickey-shaped Fruit Pizza.

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NEWS: Disney Park Pass Reservations are Available NOW for All Existing Ticket Holders!

Post author By disneyfoodblog.com
Post date June 28, 2020

Just last Monday, Disney launched the all-new Disney Park Pass theme park reservations system to help manage capacity in the parks during the reopening.

Magic Kingdom

The first round of the Disney Park Pass opened to guests with existing resort reservations on June 22nd with the second round opening up for Annual Passholders on June 26th. Now, Disney Park Passes are available for ALL guests with existing park tickets!

Availability just opened up today for all those ticket holders without Annual Passes or resort reservations. These guests are able to make a reservation for each day of entry for the number of days they have tickets. As a reminder, Park hopping is temporarily suspended, so they will be limited to one park per day.

Ticket Holder Park Pass Availability

If this is the first chance you’ve had to access the system, you might be worried that some days will be completely booked up. Well, don’t worry! Disney set aside park availability so that those with existing park tickets would be able to access their desired park. As of now, you can book reservations through September 26th, 2021.

Epcot Entrance in Walt Disney World

While some days had originally booked up at certain parks, Disney added more park passes to the formerly “sold-out” dates so that Annual Passholders would have the opportunity to snag them. Passholders quickly snatched up many of the available passes for the initial month of reopening. In fact, while a few readers noted that they got them, we never saw availability to Magic Kingdom on opening day (July 11th) for Passholders, but currently all other categories can still get Park Passes to that park on that day. Here’s the Passholder availability calendar at the time of writing:

Passholder Park Pass Availability

This means that for most days in July, for example, Passholders without a hotel reservation have limited to no options for a Park Pass, but there’s still plenty available for standard ticket holders and hotel guests. Disney has not said if they plan to give Passholders more options as we get closer to the reopening.

Guests with existing hotel reservations (who got the first crack at the system on Monday) still have wide-open availability outside of the initial reopening week, which has seen a few parks “sell out.”

Resort Guest Park Pass Availability

Due to the separate groups of Park Pass allotments, this means certain guests actually have interesting options when it comes to booking. Do you have a hotel reservation AND standard tickets purchased? Maybe consider unlinking your Hotel Reservation so, in the system, you’ll get the standard ticket holder options (which have more options currently than what hotel guests have). When in doubt, call or chat with Disney directly for help.

Disney Park Pass reservations are subject to availability so hurry over if you want to ensure park entry! You’ll need valid admission AND a Disney Park Pass reservation to enter the parks when they reopen. Note that the system seems to be running smoothly at the time of writing this. Earlier this week, hotel guests were met with a crashing website and an overloaded system. This seems to be working much more efficiently now.

Animal Kingdom Entrance

Keep an eye on DFB for all of the latest updates about the Disney Park Pass system — including when guests can start planning a NEW 2020 trip!

Got questions about the Disney Park Pass? Ask them here!

From our friends at www.disneyfoodblog.com
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Kermit is BACK! Check Out the New Trailer for ‘Muppets Now’ Coming to Disney+!

Post author By disneyfoodblog.com
Post date June 24, 2020

If you’re like us, you’re TOTALLY pumped for the new Muppet series coming to Disney+.

©Disney+

Muppets Now is set to debut on Disney’s streaming service July 31st and we can’t WAIT to check out the antics of Kermit, Gonzo, Miss Piggy, and… Joe from Legal? Take a look at the new trailer!

Disney+ released the new trailer for Muppets Now and it shows the return of a bunch of our favorite Muppets, plus some special guests! Don’t tell Joe from Legal, but we spotted Linda Cardellini, Taye Diggs, Aubrey Plaza, Ru Paul, and Seth Rogen. Watch the new trailer here!

Classic Muppets, new unscripted mayhem. #MuppetsNow, an Original Series, is streaming July 31 only on #DisneyPlus. pic.twitter.com/j3prXpKxCn

— Disney+ (@disneyplus) June 24, 2020

We can’t WAIT to stream Muppets Now next month. Keep an eye on DFB for all the latest Muppet-y news!

Are you excited for this new Muppets show? Tell us in the comments!

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These 3 States Are Now Under a NEW Travel Advisory For Entering AND Leaving Florida!

Post author By disneyfoodblog.com
Post date June 24, 2020

We know there’s been some confusion over the 14-day self-quarantine order which requires all New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut residents traveling to Florida to self-quarantine for two weeks upon entry into the state, which, at time of press, is still in effect.

Walt Disney World Resort entrance

And we already know Disney World is taking every precaution to ensure its guests aren’t experiencing any symptoms of illness and requiring all resort guests regardless of which state they’re coming from to complete a Health Acknowledgment prior to their stay.

But now it appears things are getting even more complicated for residents of the tri-states. That’s because in addition to completing a required two-week quarantine upon arriving in Florida, tri-state residents now also being required to complete a 14-day quarantine when they return home. Theme park reporter Scott Gustin just confirmed this order on his Twitter account.

NEW: NY, NJ and Conn. just announced a 14-day quarantine for travelers from states with surging coronavirus cases.

“We are announcing a joint travel advisory. People coming from states with a high infection rate must quarantine for 14 days. ”

NEW: NY, NJ and Conn. just announced a 14-day quarantine for travelers from states with surging coronavirus cases.

“We are announcing a joint travel advisory. People coming from states with a high infection rate must quarantine for 14 days. ”

— Scott Gustin (@ScottGustin) June 24, 2020

Cases have been on the rise in nine states including Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Washington, Utah, and Texas. According to the Governor of New York, Andrew M. Cuomo, in accordance with local health officials they’ve have established a new travel advisory for residents returning home from these states that have been identified as having a high infection rate.

Florida Sunset

The new criteria for the travel advisory that has been established is 10 infections per 100,000 residents on a seven-day rolling average or 10 percent of the state’s total population infected on rolling seven day average. Since Florida’s cases exceed this threshold, Cuomo has announced residents of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut must self-quarantine upon their return home after visiting the state of Florida. This means completing a required two weeks of self-quarantine BEFORE and AFTER your stay.

Palm Trees

“We are announcing a joint travel advisory. People coming from states with a high infection rate must quarantine for 14 days, “ Cuomo said earlier today. This travel advisory includes not only travel to Florida, but the other eight states listed above as well.

We’ll continue to provide more updates on this developing travel advisory for tri-state residents.

Do you reside in a state that’s impacted by this new travel advisory? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

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