Month: June 2021

Indiana Jones Fans Can Get Their Very Own Golden Idol from Disney Tomorrow!

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There are an incredible number of iconic scenes in the Indiana Jones films, but perhaps none is quite as classic as the one where Indy approaches the Golden Idol and swaps it out for a bag of sand (and all kinds of danger and adventure ensues).

Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark

It’s been recreated in all kinds of places, including the Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular in Disney World. Well, if you’ve always wanted to recreate that scene at home with your very own Golden Idol, Disney’s next item is for you!

Earlier today, Disney announced that you’ll be able to snag your very own replica of the Golden Idol (the Chachapoyan Fertility Idol) from Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark tomorrow (June 12th)! That’s one impressible looking idol!

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The idol will be released on the shopDisney website tomorrow (June 12th). Disney hasn’t shared exactly at what time this idol will release tomorrow or what it will be priced at. But, if you’re a big Indiana Jones fan (or know someone who is), be sure to check on the shopDisney site for your chance to grab one. You also might want to bring a bag of sand…you never know!

We’ll keep an eye out for more details on this idol and other new Disney merchandise and let you know what we find.

Click here to see the 4 new piece of Disney luggage that are available online!

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Walt Disney World to Allow Those Fully Vaccinated to Remove Face Coverings in Most Locations Starting June 15

The Walt Disney World Resort has announced a face covering update making it optional for Guests that are fully vaccinated starting on June 15, but will still be required on Disney Transportation (buses, monorails, the Skyliner). Physical distancing will also be relaxed, as has been seen recently. What’s Happening: Face covering requirements have gone through many […]

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BREAKING: Face Masks Will Soon Be Optional in Most Disney World Locations

We’ve seen a number of changes made in Disney World recently when it comes to face mask policies, social distancing policies, and more.

Flower and Garden Mask

Now, Disney has made another BIG change when it comes to masks in the parks.

According a recent update on the Walt Disney World website, changes will be made to certain mask policies and distancing procedures soon. Note that all of these changes are set to take place starting June 15th.

Masks

When it comes to masks, beginning on June 15th, masks will become optional for fully vaccinated guests in most areas in Disney World.

Disney face mask

Face masks will, however, continue to be required for all guests (including vaccinated guests) on Disney transportation, including Disney buses, monorails, and the Disney Skyliner.

Disney will not be requiring proof of vaccination. But, Disney does note that they expect guests who are not fully vaccinated to continue wearing face masks in all indoor locations, and upon entering and throughout all attractions and transportation.

Festival of the Arts Mask

Keep in mind that these changes will NOT take place until June 15. Guests must continue to comply with Disney’s existing face mask policy until then.

Social Distancing

In terms of social distancing, Disney notes that they will be relaxing distancing guidelines. They note that this will be visible in places like queues, shops, restaurants, attraction boarding, transportation and our theaters.

Some experiences and entertainment may, however, continue to operate with limited capacity or be temporarily unavailable.

Loading Platform, Distancing Markers

And Disney notes that while they’re not quite ready to bring everything back yet, they “look forward to the day when Disney pals and princesses are able to hug once again.”

Check out more about this changes below.

Screenshot from the Disney World Website ©Disney

This is what is currently posted on Disney World’s website. But, of course, rules are always subject to change in the future.

Cleaning

In terms of cleaning, Disney notes that they “will continue the high standards for cleanliness and sanitation” they’ve set for themselves. Cleaning supplies and hand sanitizer stations will continue to be available. 

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We’ll keep an eye out for any more changes and let you know what we find.

Click here to see the updated face mask policy at the Disney Store.

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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 will start to notice the following changes:

FACE COVERINGS
Face coverings will be optional for fully vaccinated Guests in most areas. Face coverings will still be required of all Guests on Disney transportation, including Disney buses, monorails and Disney Skyliner. While we will not require proof of vaccination, we expect Guests who are not fully vaccinated to continue wearing face coverings in all indoor locations, and upon entering and throughout all attractions and transportation. Guests must observe current policies on face coverings until June 15.

PHYSICAL DISTANCING
We will be relaxing physical distancing guidelines for Guests. This will be visible in places like queues, shops, restaurants, attraction boarding, transportation and our theaters. It’s important to remember that some experiences and entertainment may still be operating with limited capacity or may remain temporarily unavailable. We’re not quite ready to bring back everything yet, but we are optimistic and look forward to the day when Disney pals and princesses are able to hug once again. 

CLEANING
We will continue the high standards for cleanliness and sanitation we’ve always set for ourselves. Cleaning supplies and hand sanitizer stations will still be available.  

Disney is encouraging people to get vaccinated.

First Listen: Theme Song From “Follow Your Dreams,” Upcoming Castle Show at Hong Kong Disneyland

“It’s never too late for you to start!” Michael E. Moriarty, President & Managing Director of Hong Kong Disneyland, took to Instagram to give fans a preview of the song from the upcoming Hong Kong Disneyland castle show, Follow Your Dreams. What’s Happening: Hong Kong Disneyland fans can get an aural preview of the new […]

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Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex Increases Operating Hours and More Starting June 14

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex has announced the next phase of reopening to the public since the pandemic with expanded operating hours, additional dining options, and more starting June 14, 2021. What’s Happening: Starting June 14, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex will be increasing its operating hours and add dining options as they move to […]

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“GMA3” Guest List: Alan Cumming, Opal Lee and More to Appear Week of June 14th

GMA3: What You Need to Know has announced their guest list for the week of June 14th-18th. Among those joining for a virtual visit are actors, religious leaders, public figures and more who will discuss current projects, and some of the popular topics facing our nation. What’s Happening: Every afternoon, ABC’s newest news program, GMA3: What You […]

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Disney After Hours BOO BASH Dates in October Selling Out FAST

If you’re hoping to attend Disney After Hours BOO BASH in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World during October this year, you might want to purchase your tickets sooner rather than later.

As we previously reported, Halloween night’s event is already sold out and we’ve just learned that two additional dates in October broke the 80% sold threshold as of Thursday. Those dates are October 5th and October 12th.

There has been a lot of controversy about this event, with folks comparing it to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Still, Disney has labeled this as an “After Hours” event which is very different from the hard-ticketed parties held at Magic Kingdom. “After Hours” events have had far lower crowds in attendance, and Disney has advertised shorter wait times for this event as well.

It’s important to note that tickets are not yet available for the general public – those go on sale Tuesday, June 15th.