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Review! YES. We’re Eating Pepperoni Pizza Bread and Mac & Cheese at Earl of Sandwich in Disney World!

We’re back at Disney Springs today to eat…again — we ATE at A LOT of restaurants yesterday, which you can see here!

Earl of Sandwich

We’re here ready to do lunch at Disney World’s Earl of Sandwich today. Let’s go check it out!

Earl of Sandwich continues to use disposable paper menus today (as we mentioned yesterday)!

Earl of Sandwich Menu

Originally, we had plans to order a side of Wings and Wedges which were on the menu, but we were told they didn’t have them in stock.

Earl of Sandwich Menu

We ended up going with Hawaiian BBQ, Wings, Mac and Cheese, and Pepperoni Pizza Bread instead — with a side of Frose! Like we mentioned yesterday, each register has a newly-installed plexiglass shield.

Earl of Sandwich Counter

In the dining room there are fewer tables and they have been spaced apart. Most of the tables inside were occupied.

Earl of Sandwich

There were still places for some guests to sit off to the side.

Earl of Sandwich

When we placed our order we were given a pager.

Pager at Earl of Sandwich

We went to get our order from the pick-up window which has also been enclosed with more plexiglass. Everything was wrapped to-go and we carried our lunch outside where the tables have also been moved around to give guests more space to dine.

Earl of Sandwich Order

Food

For $8.99 this Frose was pretty darn tasty. We would definitely order it again on a hot day at Disney Springs!

Earl of Sandwich Order

Next, we located our plastic cutlery — the handles were unwrapped while the ends were covered in plastic.

Earl of Sandwich

We dove right into the Mac and Cheese for $5.49, (which we already knew would be freaking awesome, only somehow it seemed tastier than ever before!) as it just our imagination or was there an extra layer of cheese melted on top? Either way, it totally hit the spot.

Mac and Cheese

Next, we got to work on our Hawaiian BBQ Sandwich which cost us $7.99! Hello, old friend! How we missed your shiny metallic red, blue, and silver foil wrapper!

Earl of Sandwich

Oh my goodness, you guys. The flavors in this sandwich are such a good mix. Let’s just say Earl of Sandwich knew what they were doing when they created this anything-but-little tropical delight!

Hawaiian BBQ Sandwich

Even if you’re normally completely against pineapple on anything warm, you might actually want more pineapple on this bad boy! The ham was really tasty while the chicken in the sandwich isn’t very flavorful on its own, but when you bite into all the ingredients at once, it’s a mind-blowing experience.

Hawaiian BBQ Sandwich

Last up, the Pepperoni Pizza Bread for $6.99. For us, this looked a whole lot better than it ended up being. We think the pizza at Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza or Pizza Ponte are better options if you’re in the mood. The pizza itself was good, but the crust was a little thick for our liking and it had a little too much sauce. We can be a little nit-picky when it comes to our pizza, though, so don’t be afraid to try it out!

Pepperoni Pizza Bread

Overall

Wow! We can’t believe how long it’s been since we enjoyed some Earl of Sandwich! We’re VERY full and energized after such a tasty meal! The food was fresh, filling, and delicious. Dining  here is a little different due to all of the changes, but our service and food were great!

Have you ever eaten at Earl of Sandwich before? Let us know what you like to order in the comments below!

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Universal Orlando Plan for Parks: Proposed June 5, 2020 Reopening

Universal Orlando Resort closed March 16, 2020, due to the spread of the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19. Universal initially expected to reopen in mid-April but now expects to remain “closed through at least May 31, 2020.”

Today, Universal Orlando Resort presented a phased reopening plan to Orange County. Universal Orlando will start training Team Members this weekend for reopening. The current proposal brought to Orange County today was for Team Member-only preview to be held on June 1 – 2, invitation-only testing on June 3 – 4, and a reopening of the parks to the public on June 5.

The following precautions and policies will be implemented:

  • Increased signage inside the parks
  • Guest temperature testing using hand-held thermometers
  • Valet parking will not be available
  • Mandatory mask usage for all guests and staff
  • New Team Member position that answers guest questions about new policies and to sanitize park
  • Increased Team Member breaks to wash and sanitize
  • Hand sanitizer stations for guests throughout the park
  • Reduced capacity in the parks and on attractions
  • Virtual Queuing for a majority of attractions
  • Elimination of the Single Rider line
  • Hand out 3D glasses to individuals
  • Removal of water effects on attractions
  • Social distancing markers in queues
  • Mobile Ordering of food and contactless payments
  • Temporary menus offered at sit-down restaurants
  • Characters to meet and greet guests from a distance
  • Interactive play areas will be closed

The plan was passed unanimously by the board but at this time Universal Orlando has not publicly confirmed they will reopen on June 5. We expect all Universal Orlando Resort parks, including Volcano Bay, to reopen.

CityWalk Cinemark movie theater, Blue Man Group Orlando show, and Universal Orlando hotels remain closed until further notice. Follow TouringPlans Blog and TouringPlans on Twitter for the latest reopening information for the Universal Orlando Resort and Walt Disney World Resort.

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Universal Orlando is seeking approval to reopen on June 5th

Universal Orlando has just proposed a plan to the Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force that would allow it to reopen to the public on June 5th.

You can read the letter here.

According to the news conference, it would be gradual reopening where they would reopen to team members on June 1st – 3rd, and on June 3rd-4th opening to some pass holders with a full opening happening on June 5th.

Their plan still has to be approved by Orange County and Florida state officials. See the official plan below.








Visitors will have their temperature checked upon arrival, and if it’s 100.4 degrees or higher, they won’t be allowed to enter the theme park. Also, guests will have to wear face masks which they can purchase. The park will limit the capacity to ensure social distancing. They also will have cashless payment options and staggered parking.

Play areas, water misting stations, and single rider lines will be closed as a precaution.

Parades and Character Meet & Greets will be on the chopping block for the time being…

Watch the proposal video below…

WATCH: Universal Orlando is expected to reveal its plans for reopening during this meeting with Orange County’s economic recovery task force

WATCH: Universal Orlando is expected to reveal its plans for reopening during this meeting with Orange County’s economic recovery task force

Posted by WESH 2 News on Thursday, May 21, 2020

Universal Orlando has been closed since the night of Sunday, March 15th and this would put them reopening in just under 3 months.

Last week Universal’s Citywalk reopened to the guest. You can read more about the reopening here.

We will have more details soon…

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BREAKING NEWS! Universal Orlando Resort Proposes Reopening Date

Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld have been closed since March due to the current global health situation.

Universal

The state of Florida is currently in “Full Phase One” of reopening its economy. It’s within this phase that both Universal Orlando’s CityWalk and Disney Springs have started a phased reopening while the theme parks have remained closed until further notice. Today, however, in a meeting of the Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force, Universal Orlando Resort has presented a plan for its reopening, including a proposed reopening date.

Universal Orlando Resort has proposed a reopening date of June 5th, 2020 to the general public. John Sprouls proposed a gradual capacity reopening for team members beginning June 1st and 2nd and to AP’s June 3rd and 4th. The proposed June 5th opening would be for the rest of the public.

Details about what a reopening would look like are being shared at this time and will be updating you with all the info — stay tuned! 

Universal Orlando

The task force approved the proposal. Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings must sign off on Universal’s proposed plans before they will be presented to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Demings has said that he will need 24-48 hours to review the plans before submitting them to DeSantis.

Islands of Adventure Main Entrance

Walt Disney World and SeaWorld have not yet presented reopening plans to the Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force. Amanda Dukes, a reporter at WESH TV, NBC Orlando, said that Disney World is “not submitting a plan to the Orange County Economic Recover Taskforce yet and does not have a date to do so.” When they do, they will be required to submit a proposed reopening date within their plans.

Walt Disney World

We will continue to keep you posted on this story as it develops. For more information about the current status of Disney Resorts and destinations around the world, you can click here or visit any of the links below.

Are you following the reopening of the Orlando area theme parks? Please let us know with a comment. 

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Legoland Florida seeking approval to reopen on June 1st

Legoland

According to The Ledger LEGOLAND Florida has filed for a reopening date of June 1st, 2020, and has just received approval from the city of Winter Haven!

Now they just have to get the ok from Florida State Officials before they can officially reopen!

General Manager Rex Jackson detailed the sanitation, social distancing, and other restrictions it would operate under if allowed to reopen on June 1st.

  • Park would operate at 50% capacity
  • Guest would be encouraged to wear face masks
  • Will give temperature checks upon entrance
  • Restaurants will not offer self-service buffets or salad bars
  • Soda fountains and condiment stations will be closed

Legoland has been closed to the public since March 15th, 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

They are the first major theme park to submit their request to open in the Orlando area!

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