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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!

From our friends at www.disneyfoodblog.com
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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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Check Yo’ Mailboxes! Disney World Will Be Sending Out AP MAGNETS This Summer!

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

Due to Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival being cut short this year, a lot of Annual Passholders didn’t get the chance to snag their beloved AP magnet!

Walt Disney World Annual Passholder

We’ve been receiving inquires from Annual Passholders about AP magnets just about every day and every time we’ve tried to find answers for you, we’ve hit a brick wall — UNTIL TODAY!

In an email sent out to Disney World’s Annual Passholders this afternoon (which was FULL of all sorts of goodies including the dates for Disney World’s Annual Passholder previews!) we spotted this tiny blurb at the bottom!

Email From Disney

We’re gettin’ AP magnets, PEOPLE! And they’re being sent to us in the mail! Only ONE AP magnet will be sent out per household. Now, Disney hasn’t shared what these magnets will look like, so we aren’t sure if they will be a Flower and Garden magnet or something else entirely. So stay tuned!

Donald and Spike and Orange Bird Magnets

Disney says they’ll be mailing them out some time this summer, so not sure about you guys, but we’ll totally be stalking our mail carriers until they get here! JK — but not, REALLY!

Are you a Disney World Annual Passholder? Let us know if you’re excited about receiving your AP magnet in the comments below!

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Club 33 and Golden Oaks Members Can Also Attend Disney World’s Early Previews!

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

Disney World has just announced the dates of its annual passholder previews!

Magic Kingdom

But Disney World APs aren’t the only folks who’ll be welcomed back before the parks reopen to the general public!

Thanks to reporter Scott Gustin, we’ve just learned Club 33 and Golden Oaks members will also have early access to the theme parks on July 9th!

NEW: July 9 is also the scheduled preview date for Club 33 and Golden Oak.

— Scott Gustin (@ScottGustin) June 19, 2020

That means if you’re not a Disney World Annual Passholder, but you’re a Club 33 or Golden Oaks member, you will also be eligible to attend the early preview.

Although not explicitly stated, we’re expecting reservations will most likely be required, as is the case for Annual Passholders. Park reservations will be limited, and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The preview dates are as follows:

Club 33 and Golden Oak Previews of Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom — July 9th
Annual Passholder Previews of Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom — July 9th and July 10th
Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom Park Reopening — July 11th
Hollywood Studios and Epcot Park Reopening — July 15th

We’ll keep you posted on all further developments!

Are you a Club 33 or Golden Oaks member? Let us know if you’ll be attending the preview in the comments below!

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