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How Will the NBA Keep Its Players Safe at Disney World? Here’s What Officials Have to Say.

Post author By disneyfoodblog.com
Post date June 21, 2020

It’s official, folks! The NBA is coming to Disney World!

NBA Experience

While we’ve already found out where the teams will likely be housed on Disney property and what amenities they should be able to experience, there have still been some discussions over what the safest ways to conduct the NBA’s season are currently.

According to the ESPN, the NBA will still be holding its season in Walt Disney World, despite the recently expressed concerns from the association. Since Florida has had a skyrocketing number of cases recently, NBA officials have worried about bringing the 22 teams to Disney’s ESPN Wide World of Sports.

ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

However, NBA commissioner Adam Silver expressed his confidence in the “NBA’s bubble concept” during a virtual meeting with the players and officials. During this meeting, there were concerns expressed about how the hotel housekeepers and custodians may not have to undergo COVID-19 testing, even though they will be in the areas NBA players will be staying on Disney property.

Bob Iger and Adam Silver ©Disney

NBA spokesman Mike Bass has also stated that they are “closely monitoring the data in Florida and Orange County and will continue to work collaboratively with the National Basketball Players Association, public health officials and medical experts regarding our plans.”

NBA Experience

The league recently sent out a detailed guide about what precautions would be taken, including specific staff at NBA hotels, once-a-week room housekeeping without the players and staff present, the use of personal protective equipment and distancing measures from the Disney Cast Members, and non-Disney team bus drivers who will be subjected to testing.

Gran Destino at Disney’s Coronado Springs

NBPA executive director Michele Roberts has also noted “that access to the campus is severely limited” and that they will implement more health and safety measures and restrictions if they are deemed necessary. The NBA teams will begin playing their season at the ESPN Wide World of Sports on July 31st. Since this is an evolving situation, we will continue to keep you updated!

Will you be watching the NBA season when it airs soon? Let us know in the comments below!

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This NEW Disney World MagicBand Will Have You Celebrating Summer and Spying Hidden Mickeys!

Post author By disneyfoodblog.com
Post date June 20, 2020

This summer has been all about relaxing outside, binging Disney+, and drinking a cocktail or two (that we made from a Disney recipe, of course)!

Inflatable Ears

Since we’ve been back in Disney Springs, which opened last month as part of a phased reopening in Walt Disney World, we’ve spotted plenty of vibrant summer merchandise that is super colorful and fun. On top of the new Inflatable Mickey Ears and fruit-covered flip flops, we’ve got another item perfect for your upcoming Disney vacation!

The Bright Mickey MagicBand is super refreshing with a lime green band, lots of sunshine, and an entire array of fruit (which is making us crave some watermelon honestly).

Summer Mickey MagicBand

You can spot Mickey feeling super excited about the fruit salad he’s probably about to make (peep that flamingo!)…

Summer Mickey MagicBand

…and Cinderella Castle all decked out in oranges and yellows! Plus, we’re totally digging the palm trees with the Hidden Mickey coconuts!!

Summer Mickey MagicBand

You can pick up the Summer Mickey MagicBand for $29.99 at Pin Traders in Disney Springs. Whether you match it with your favorite summer dress or bring it with you when you head back into the parks next month, it’s the perfect accessory to brighten up your day!

What’s been your favorite piece of summer merchandise in Disney World? Let us know in the comments below!

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News: We Couldn’t Say No To This NEW Annual Passholder Magic Band in Disney World!

Post author By disneyfoodblog.com
Post date June 20, 2020

On top of all the news that’s just dropped today about the attractions, entertainment, and more in the parks, Disney World has been updating how Annual Passes will be working when Disney World re-opens.

Walt Disney World Annual Passholder

And with a brand new piece of unique merchandise, Passholders can get ready to go back to their favorite parks in style!

If you’re ready to greet Donald Duck again or take a terrifying (but awesome) drop into the Twilight Zone on the Tower of Terror, then you def need the new 2020 Annual Passholder MagicBand!

Annual Passholder 2020 MagicBand

The red band features Donald with his famous sourpuss mug in front of the Tower of Terror (do you think he got a little too scared?)…

Annual Passholder 2020 MagicBand

…with the Walt Disney World Annual Passholder logo on the opposite side! Since free MagicBands will be discontinued starting next year, we’ve got an excuse to stock up on different MagicBands to match our outfits! ;D

Annual Passholder 2020 MagicBand

You can get the new Annual Passholder MagicBand for $29.99 at Pin Traders in Disney Springs! And, you can pick up something from a Hollywood Studios’ store to match it when the parks re-open soon!

When will you be going to Disney World next? Let us know in the comments below!

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News: Disney World’s Rise of the Resistance Reportedly Won’t Use Boarding Groups At Reopening

Post author By disneyfoodblog.com
Post date June 20, 2020

It’s been quite the day so far with exciting news coming out of Disney World. For those itching to get back to Galaxy’s Edge when Disney’s Hollywood Studios reopens in Disney World on July 15, they may be happy to know that many of the major attractions and shops will be open.

Lieutenant Beck on Rise of the Resistance

And yep — the reopening list includes the fan favorite Rise of the Resistance! This attraction has been the must-ride choice since it opened in August of 2019.

But we’re also getting word of another MAJOR development that will change the way we’ve come to experience “getting in line” for this ride!

We just confirmed via the Disney World website chat system that Disney World will not use any virtual queues (i.e lines for rides that are managed digitally, so you “join” them from a smartphone app). This was a possibility we had discussed in the past, and we know now that it looks like only standby (regular, good ol’ ride lines) will be available for Disney World’s rides and attractions.

Further, reporter Scott Gustin confirmed that this mandate includes Rise of the Resistance.

NEW: Disney has told Cast Members there will be no virtual queues used for attractions when parks reopen. This includes Rise of the Resistance. Single rider lines will also not be utilized.

This information has not been posted online (yet) but Cast Members have been informed.

— Scott Gustin (@ScottGustin) June 20, 2020

That’s right, as of right now (things change ALL the time, however) if you want to join forces with the Resistance and take on the First Order, it sounds like your ONLY option will be a traditional standby queue. In addition to no virtual queues, there will be no Single Rider lines at any attractions, and the entire FastPass+ system has been temporarily suspended for the time being).

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

Rise of the Resistance was a major development in virtual queueing for Disney World. When the attraction first opened, guests had to join a Boarding Group, assigned at random, via the My Disney Experience app on their smartphones.

Rise of the Resistance Boarding Groups Sign

Due to the immense popularity of the ride, these Boarding Groups were snatched up FAST. And anyone who wanted to ride essentially needed to be INSIDE the park gates before the official opening time to have a chance at riding!

Hollywood Studios Before Park Opening Waiting to Get Boarding Groups for Rise of the Resistance

Now, it looks as though anyone in Disney’s Hollywood Studios each day will have an equal shot to ride via standby queue. But to get the best chance to ride without too long a queue, you’ll want to arrive as EARLY as possible! May the force be with you!

Have you been on Rise of the Resistance yet? What do you think of folks only being able to wait in a standby queue for this attraction? Let us know in the comments!

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NEWS: Disney World Releases Updated Options for Annual Passholders Ahead of Reopening

Post author By disneyfoodblog.com
Post date June 19, 2020

The reopening of the Disney World theme parks is an unprecedented situation. Disney is walking a fine line in making sure their guests are happy with the protocols.

2020 Annual Passholder Magnet

One heavily affected group is Disney World Annual Passholders. The closure of the parks and modified reopening are definitely not what Passholders had in mind when they purchased their passes. Now, Disney is giving Passholders options for how they want to handle their passes with the reopening.

We already know that Disney is extending affected annual passes by the number of days the parks were closed. The issue now is that many Passholders may have concerns with navigating the Disney Park Pass reservation system and being limited to one park each day with a 3-day reservable limit. In response, Disney is giving Passholders the option to FURTHER extend their pass or to cancel their pass.

MMRR Annual Passholder MagicBand

For Annual Passholders that have paid in full, your options are:

Receive a one-month extension to your pass. The additional month will be automatically processed and visible in your My Disney Experience account in October 2020.
Or, choose to cancel your annual pass and receive a partial refund.

Passholder Reopening Screenshot

For Annual Passholders on the monthly payment plan, your options are:

Receive a one-month extension to your pass. The additional month will be automatically processed and visible in your My Disney Experience account in October 2020. Monthly payments will resume on July 11th.
Or, choose to cancel your annual pass and waive your monthly payments due after August 11th. Any payments made between July 11th and August 11th will be retroactively refunded and all future payments will be stopped.

Passholder Reopening Screenshot

Disney will be sending out information to Passholders in early July with details on how to choose an option. If you’re an affected Passholder with questions, reach out to us! We’ll do everything we can to source the answers to your questions in this confusing time. For all the latest Annual Passholder updates, keep an eye on DFB!

Will you be canceling your Annual Pass or taking the extension? Tell us in the comments!

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