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Drone pilot received tresspassing warning for trying to get photos of Disney World

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Looks like Dumbo and Peter Pan are not the only ones flying in the sky above Walt Disney’s Magic Kingdom. Last month, Disney security observed a drone the size of a frisbee flying within 100 feet of Cinderella Castle. It surprised the Disney workers when they witnessed an unauthorized drone passing through Walt Disney World Resort. The incident happened on May 20th, 2020.

According to the incident report, the man who owned the drone was issued a trespass warning. An off-duty Orange County deputy found the 40-year old Minneola man piloting the drone from the parking lot of an apartment complex. The name of the drone pilot has not been released since he wasn’t charged with a crime. Several sheriffs cars arrived on the scene when they found the drone pilot near Reams Road. He didn’t live at the apartment complex, but he traveled there so he could get close enough to pilot his drone. The man thought there would be no harm in him filming. Since then, he deleted the footage he filmed and apologized for his actions.

“I didn’t think I was doing anything wrong,” he said. “I don’t want to get into more trouble with Disney.”

Walt Disney World Resort does not permit unauthorized drones, and the FAA authorizes a no-fly zone for the property. The good news is that no harm came from this incident, but it is a reminder that Disney security is looking out for the safety of guests on the resort premises.

Source: Orlando Sentinel

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Don’t Expect to See NBA Players at Disney World Theme Parks!

With plans to finish the NBA season at Walt Disney World, it has been announced that guests will not be able to see NBA players at Disney World theme parks this year! Whilst there has been confirmed news that 22 professional NBA teams will be convening at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, with games due to begin on the 31st of July, ending by October 12th.

NBA Players at Disney World

With this in mind, many guests will be hoping to see NBA players at Disney World theme parks over the next couple of months. However, due to the current situation, (COVID-19), sources have confirmed that players will not be “roaming the parks and getting on rides”. This rule will also extend to their families as well.

Check out the tweet from Adrian Wojnarowski below:

Further to this, news has just been released that NBA players will be housed in three specific resorts on the Walt Disney World site. Click here to read more about this.

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Work continues on Wandering Oaken’s Sliding Sleighs Coaster

Wandering Oaken

There’s signs of new Disney magic being built at Hong Kong Disneyland. Even though the theme park is still temporarily closed, the work continues on the upcoming Frozen themed roller coaster attraction, Wandering Oaken’s Sliding Sleighs.

The attraction is inspired by Wandering Oaken’s Trading Post and Sauna shown in the 2013 Frozen movie. The ride is scheduled to debut in 2021 at Hong Kong Disneyland. The Twitter account, HKDL of Fantasy, provided photos of the current progress on the attraction’s construction.

For those who visit Magic Kingdom, the Hong Kong ride will be similar in comparison to the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. The concept artwork for Wandering Oaken’s Sliding Sleighs show us additional insight on what to expect when attraction is complete. So far, seeing the tracks being installed does offer excitement for Disney fans. But we are eager to see more of the construction progress to learn what else is in store for future riders!

Are any of our fans exciting about the upcoming roller coaster attraction? Will you be planning a trip to Hong Kong Disneyland in the future so you could ride Wandering Oaken’s Sliding Sleighs? We will post updates when additional information becomes available.

Source: HKDL of Fantasy Twitter

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NBA teams will be contained to three specific hotels at Walt Disney World night COVID-19 testing

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On June 4, the NBA’s Board of Governors approved to restart the 2019-20 NBA season with 22 teams returning to play and a tentative start date of July 31st at Walt Disney World.

The 2019-20 restart is contingent on an agreement with The Walt Disney Company to use Walt Disney World as a single site for a campus for all games, practices, and housing for the remainder of the season.

According to ESPN, “NBA teams will be contained to three specific hotels within the Disney complex.” Players will be tested for COVID-19 nightly per a post by Scott Gustin on Twitter.

The hotels to house the NBA Players have not been announced yet. Also note that we have not heard any word from Disney on the NBA coming to Walt Disney World, all the information we are getting right now is from the NBA.

July 31 is the tentative start date for the NBA with the Finals ending no later than Oct. 12th.

According to the NBA website a total of 22 teams would return to play this season.

Eastern Conference

  • Milwaukee Bucks
  • Toronto Raptors
  • Boston Celtics
  • Miami Heat
  • Indiana Pacers
  • Philadelphia 76ers
  • Brooklyn Nets
  • Orlando Magic
  • Washington Wizards

Western Conference

  • Los Angeles Lakers
  • LA Clippers
  • Denver Nuggets
  • Utah Jazz
  • Oklahoma City Thunder
  • Houston Rockets
  • Dallas Mavericks
  • Memphis Grizzlies
  • Portland Trail Blazers
  • New Orleans Pelicans
  • Sacramento Kings
  • San Antonio Spurs
  • Phoenix Suns

This is based on the competitive format that the BOG approved. The returning teams are the 16 teams in current playoff positions and the six teams that are currently six games or fewer behind the eighth seed in their respective conferences.

For more information on the NBA’s return click here.

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List of Disney World Restaurants reopening on June 22nd

Disney World Dining

There will be lots of changes coming to Disney World when they reopen, especially with Disney Dining… Additional changes to Walt Disney World dining experiences include:

  • Menu items may vary. For specific menu information, check the restaurant’s online menu when the restaurant reopens.
  • Character Dining will not be offered during the initial reopening, with the exception of a modified Character Dining experience at Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera.
  • Dinner shows will not be offered during the initial reopening.
  • Dining locations will be limited in capacity. Some locations will remain temporarily closed.
  • Private dining and in-room delivery will not be offered during the initial reopening window.
  • Mobile order service will be offered at select quick-service dining locations throughout the Walt Disney World theme parks (when open), Disney Springs and select Disney Resort hotels.

Before you dine at Walt Disney World Resort, please be aware that you’ll need:

  • Face coverings for each Guest age 2 and up, which must be worn in all public areas—including while entering and exiting dining locations—and can be removed while eating or drinking
  • Planning to dine at a table-service restaurant in a Disney Resort hotel? A confirmed dining reservation is required for day Guests (those not staying overnight) and is highly recommended for Guests staying overnight at a Disney Resort hotel

Also, it’s highly recommended to have:

  • The latest version of the My Disney Experience app on your mobile device, with location services enabled
  • Cashless or contactless forms of payment

Below, you find the list of the restaurants that plan to reopen June 22nd.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

  • Sanaa
  • Kidani Breakfast at Sanaa
  • Sanaa Lounge
  • Maji Pool Bar

Disney’s BoardWalk

  • Trattoria al Forno
  • Pizza Window
  • BoardWalk Bakery
  • Leaping Horse Libations
  • AbracadaBar
  • Screen Door General Store

Disney’s Contemporary Resort

  • The Wave…of American Flavors
  • The Wave Lounge
  • Contempo Cafe
  • Cave Bar

Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

  • P&J’s Southern Takeout
  • Meadow Snack Bar
  • Crockett’s Tavern

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

  • Grand Floridian Cafe
  • Gasparilla Island Grill
  • Enchanted Rose
  • Beaches Pool Bar & Grill

Disney’s Old Key West Resort

  • Olivia’s Cafe
  • Good’s Food to Go
  • Gurgling Suitcase

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

  • Kona Cafe
  • Capt. Cook’s
  • Pineapple Lanai
  • Barefoot Pool Bar

Disney’s Riviera Resort

Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort

  • The Artist’s Palette
  • The Paddock Grill
  • On the Rocks Pool Bar

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

  • Whispering Canyon Cafe
  • Roaring Fork

Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resort

  • Beaches and Cream Soda Shop
  • Beach Club Marketplace
  • Martha’s Vineyard

Hours of operation will be provided during your stay.

Please note the list of Disney World Restaurants is subject to change…

For more information visit the Disney World website.

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