AUTHOR: Jackie Gailey

Senior Editor for The DIS and DCL Fan | Disney Vacation Club Member | Thrilled to have been a '13/'14 planDisney Panelist | Lover of all things Disney; the Magic of Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and especially Disney Cruise Line | ºoº



Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Announces Reopening Date

Walt Disney World has just announced that starting tomorrow, Wednesday, June 16th, they will start accepting bookings for Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge for arrivals beginning August 26th. As a reminder, they are now also accepting bookings for:  Disney’s BoardWalk Inn for arrivals beginning July 2nd Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort for arrivals beginning in late July … Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Announces Reopening Date



Fireworks Returning Soon to Walt Disney World & Disneyland!

Just in time for the nation’s Independence Day celebrations, Disney’s popular nighttime fireworks spectaculars are returning to Disneyland and Walt Disney World! A Disney tradition since 1957, fireworks shows are what Walt Disney called the perfect “kiss goodnight” at the close of a magical day, and this summer the skies above Disney theme parks will … Fireworks Returning Soon to Walt Disney World & Disneyland!





Disneyland to Lift Face Mask Requirements for Vaccinated Guests

Disneyland has just announced that they are making changes for guests that will go into effect on Tuesday, June 15th, in conjunction with the reopening of California’s economy and recommendations from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Below is the information you need to know if a visit to Disneyland is in the near … Disneyland to Lift Face Mask Requirements for Vaccinated Guests



Disney Updates Policy Making Face Masks Optional in Most Locations

Disney has been very intentional and gradual in their approach to COVID-19 health and safety protocols in the theme parks and resort hotels. Based on recent trends and guidance, Walt Disney World Resort will be making more adjustments to these measures, including physical distancing and face coverings.  Below is Disney’s update: Beginning June 15, you … Disney Updates Policy Making Face Masks Optional in Most Locations



Disney After Hours BOO BASH Dates in October Selling Out FAST

UPDATE: Due to this event’s popularity, Walt Disney World has added the following additional dates: Sunday, September 5, 2021 Sunday, September 12, 2021 Sunday, September 19, 2021 Sunday, October 10, 2021 Sunday, October 17, 2021 These dates will be available when tickets go on sale Tuesday, June 15th. Please see the link below for a … Disney After Hours BOO BASH Dates in October Selling Out FAST



BOO BASH Should Cost More Than Disney After Hours; Here’s Why

I feel like every time I turn around, especially this past year, people are losing their collective minds over something that’s happening or changing at Walt Disney World. And watch out if anything we’ve become accustomed to changes or gets taken away – out come the pitchforks. Ahem…noodles at ‘Ohana… Wednesday was the first day … BOO BASH Should Cost More Than Disney After Hours; Here’s Why





Sebastian’s Bistro & ‘Ohana Announce Reopening Dates & BIG Changes

The Disney Parks Blog has just announced that two favorite restaurants are getting ready to reopen soon at Walt Disney World; with a couple of big changes. Sebastian’s Bistro at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort is set to reopen on June 24th (with nightly walk-in availability through July 4th; bookings available June 10th for reservations starting … Sebastian’s Bistro & ‘Ohana Announce Reopening Dates & BIG Changes