According to the Disney Cruise Line “Know Before You Go” page, face masks are no longer required on motorcoach transportation or at the Disney Cruise Line Terminal in the U.S.A.

After a Florida judge vetoed the CDC’s transportation mask mandate, Disney has lifted mask requirements on buses and Monorails.

Disney Cruise Line guests should be aware that face coverings may still be required at ports of call and other cruise terminals outside of the U.S.A. Face coverings are optional in most locations aboard the ships.

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There’s been a lot of buzz surrounding airlines and flying lately. Frontier is attempting a merger with Spirit Airlines, JetBlue is cutting back on staff, and Orlando International Airport is debuting a brand new terminal in September!

©Orlando International Airport

Now, your summer vacation plans may have gotten a tad bit easier with this new announcement from Orlando International Airport.

If your summer plans include traveling to Charleston, South Carolina, you’ll now be able to get there from Orlando on not one but two new airlines! On June 23rd, Breeze Airways will begin offering nonstop service from Orlando to Charleston every day!

We feel a breeze in the air & we’re blown away with excitement! Welcoming @BreezeAirways to our MCO family! They will be offering daily, nonstop service to Charleston, SC, starting June 23rd! We’re looking forward to Seriously Nice adventures ahead!
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— Orlando International Airport (@MCO) April 26, 2022

And then, just a week later on June 30th, Avelo Air will begin offering routes from Orlando to Charleston three days a week starting at $59 one way. 

We’re ready for a ton of fun with @AveloAir‘s newest route to Charleston, SC, starting June 30th! With fares starting at $59 (one-way), operating 3x/week, take in some history, kick back with a sweet tea, & enjoy a relaxing time on the beach.
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— Orlando International Airport (@MCO) April 26, 2022

As summer approaches travel picks up, and Orlando Airport has already seen its busiest travel weekend in three years, so it will be useful to have a couple of new airline routes for travelers to take advantage of this summer!

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Hello again from EPCOT!

Connections Eatery

There are some seriously exciting updates to share, including the official opening date for Connections Cafe and Eatery — April 27th! After a surprise soft opening, we wondered what other news awaited us in the park. It’s time for another look at what’s new in EPCOT!

EPCOT Construction Updates

Connections Cafe and Eatery

Connections Cafe and Eatery surprised us all by opening up its doors for the first time on April 24th!

Connections Eatery food

The official opening date is set for tomorrow, April 27th.

Click Here to See Our Review of Connections Eatery!

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

Attraction previews have begun for select guests who have the chance to ride this new coaster before it opens! We got to see the Wonders of Xandar Pavilion lit up at night behind the construction bushes that replaced the temporary walls!

What do you think?

Looks like there’s quite a bit of action going on behind the scenes, and we can’t wait until we finally get to ride the attraction, which opens to the public on May 27th.

See What the Wonders of Xandar Pavilion Looks Like without Walls

Moana: Journey of Water

The first rock formations have begun to take shape over at EPCOT’s water-inspired walk-through attraction!

Journey of Water construction — Late April 2022

We had previously only seen some structural beams and concrete buildings come to life in this construction zone, so this is an exciting step towards being able to see what the attraction will actually look like!

More structures going up!

Disney is staying quiet on when exactly we will be able to experience Moana: Journey of Water, so be sure to stay tuned for updates.

Take a closer look at the construction on the Journey of Water attraction here! 

Liquid Layers Water Play Area

The water misters and benches have been removed over at the Liquid Layers splash zone area!

We’re keeping an eye on this area for updates

We’re not sure what Disney has planned for this area, or if it’s just undergoing some maintenance, but we’ll be keeping an eye out.

EPCOT Merchandise Updates

Creations Shop

Show your pride with Disney’s new Pride Tumbler! It’s $24.99 and features bright neon colors on a black background.

PRIDE tumbler

Still missing Disney World’s 25th Anniversary Birthday Cake Castle? Don’t worry, the Birthday Cake Castle Mug is here to save the day! Get it for $22.99.

Remember when?

How adorable is this Turning Red Figurine Set? It comes with characters you know and love from the film including Panda Mei, and can be yours for $29.99.

We loved this movie!

There’s some new 50th Anniversary merch around! We spotted this Grey 50th Anniversary Polo for $69.99. 

Look stylish while letting people know what you’re really about.

Let your love of Disney be known at all times with this swanky shirt.

Disney Traders

Avengers, assemble! Or at least your kiddo can pretend they’re one of Earth’s mightiest heroes with this Avengers Assemble Youth Tee.

Avengers, assemble!

Start saving the world for just $19.99.

Art of Disney

There is some incredible new art at EPCOT’s fine art shop! First up is the Pirate’s Life for Me Print, which is available matted for $39.99, or you can get it framed for $399.99!

Yo ho, yo ho!

Get ready for the opening of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind with this Awesome Mix Print for $39.99.

Awesome Mix print

Choose your destiny with this Merida Print! It’s also available for $39.99.

We love the colors of this one!

There are also two new pins available here, a Merida pin and an Aurora pin as well!

New princess pins have arrived

Each pin is available for $34.99.

Mitsukoshi

We spotted some new My Hero Academia dolls for $19.95 each!

My Hero Academia dolls

Need a gift for a video game loving friend? Check out this Playstation Gift Set for $64.95.

What more could anyone want?

You can always be sure to find a unique Disney World souvenir in Mitsukoshi.

Pin Traders

There were two new pins when we strolled through Pin Traders recently — a Gargoyles Pin and a Rescuers Pin!

We might be obsessed.

You can get the Gargoyles Pin for $9.99 and the Rescuers Pin for $12.99.

Gateway Gifts

Protect your scalp from the scalding Florida sun with this Minnie Mouse Fedora Hat!

New Minnie hat

It’s $29.99, and we’ve also spotted it in Creations Shop.

The Fjording

There’s a new Helly Hansen Bathing Suit in the Norway Pavilion.

Perfect for summer swims!

Just in time for summer Disney World fun! Get it for $55.

World Traveler

Flower and Garden lovers, these next items are for you! We’ve previously spotted a Figment version of this, but now there are two more designs — first up is the Orange Bird Planter Mug for $19.99…

Orange Bird mug

… and the Mickey & Minnie Roses Planter Mug which is also $19.99.

Heya, pals!

Looking for a new pair of garden clogs? Look no further because you can get a pair of plain White Crocs for $49.99.

Just some Crocs being Crocs.

Keep your hair pulled back on those hot summer days with this Stitch Scrunchie!

Hopefully Stitch will keep your hair from looking chaotic.

It’s available for $14.99.

Check Out Disney’s Latest Designer Jewelry Collaboration

That’s all we have for EPCOT updates right now! Be sure to stay tuned to DFB as we’re always on the look out for everything NEW in the Disney parks!

New necklaces, bracelets, and earrings mostly inspired by the Disney Princesses have arrived at Disneyland Resort.

Princess Tiana Necklace – $29.99

This layered necklace has three gold chains and charms.

The largest charm is heart-shaped, featuring a frog in a crown with a star. The other charms are a crown and a trumpet.

Winnie the Pooh Bracelet – $29.99

This charm bracelet has a bulky golden chain and five charms. They are Piglet’s face, a “hunny” pot, Pooh bear’s face, Tigger’s face, and a circle reading “silly old bear.”

Cinderella Hoop Earrings – $29.99

These large, silver hoop earrings hang from white pearls.

Pink ribbons are attached and blue birds hang in the hoops.

Crown Hoop Earrings – $39.99

These golden hoop earrings have crowns on them.

The crowns are adorned with white, blue, and purple gems.

Crown Necklace – $39.99

This necklace is silver with a silver crown pendant.

Like the bracelet, the crown has white, blue, and purple gems.

Crown Stud Earrings – $39.99

These matching stud earrings are silver with gems.

These were in New Century Jewelry at Disneyland Park. Check out some new Disney Princess jewelry by Alex & Ani.

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The Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser (also known as the Star Wars hotel) is Disney World’s newest Star Wars offering, and it feels like there are never enough ways to experience everything it has to offer! We brought you all the deets from the opening of this highly anticipated hotel, and now there’s something new to share.

Galactic Starcruiser Entrance

There are so many activities to do onboard the Starcruiser, including cultivating your own personal storyline, a seat at the Captain’s Table, and even playing a game of holo-Sabacc, among MANY other unique options. Now the newest offering on the Galactic Starcruiser might let you immerse yourself even further into your space adventure!

Face painting, or Image Design, as it’s called on the ship, is now available for guests ages 7 and older on the Galactic Starcruiser! Taking place right in your cabin, the ship’s “Image Designers” can create your amazing new look akin to the style of fan-favorite alien species from Star Wars! Or, you can choose from a selection of designs to find the one that best matches your unique adventure on the Halcyon.

©Disney

There are a variety of partial or full face designs available, but keep in mind that guests who will be traveling into the parks to visit Batuu (aka Disney’s Hollywood Studios) will need to select a design marked with the blue “Batuu Approved” badge (as seen in the top left corner in the photo below), as only partial face paint is allowed in the parks.

©Disney

Guests who book this experience should arrive at their cabin 15 minutes prior to their appointment time, and the transformation should take approximately 30 minutes. Guests under 18 years of age must have a parent or guardian present during the appointment.

©Disney

You must book this activity between 60 days and 1 day before your voyage by calling your Galactic Starcruiser Specialist at 407-939-1800. We recommend booking sooner rather than later, as spots are limited!

©Disney

Keep in mind that if the activity is canceled 48 hours before the booked time, or if a guest is a no-show, the full amount of the service will still be charged to the guest. We can’t wait to see all the epic designs these Image Designers have up their sleeves. Stay tuned to DFB for all Galactic Starcruiser news!

Thinking About A Galactic Starcruiser Vacation? Click Here To Read Everything You Need To Know!

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The cameras are rolling and the Electric Mayhem are ready for their moment in the spotlight as filming has begun on the upcoming Disney+ Original Series “The Muppets Mayhem.”

Last night, series co-creator Jeff Yorkes announced the start of filming on Twitter.

Muppet performer Matt Vogel, who performs characters including Kermit the Frog, Sgt. Floyd Pepper, and Lew Zealand, commemorated the occasion by wearing an Electric Mayhem t-shirt that previously belonged to Jerry Nelson, Floyd’s original performer. Nelson helped to first bring the character to life in 1975 with the special “The Muppet Show: Sex and Violence,” which served as a pilot for the classic 1976-81 show.

“The Muppets Mayhem,” created by Yorkes, Adam F. Goldberg, and Bill Barretta, focuses on the Muppets’ house band as “they go on an epic musical journey to finally record their first studio album.” Along the way, they’ll work with Nora (Lilly Singh), “a driven junior A&R executive tasked with managing and wrangling” the ensemble as they come “face to face with the current day music scene as they try to finally go platinum.” The show was announced in early March. Earlier this month, Tahj Mowry was cast as Gary “Moog” Moogowski, a “die-hard superfan” of the band and “avid audiophile who knows his way around a mixing board.”

The Electric Mayhem features members Dr. Teeth (Barretta), Sgt. Floyd Pepper (Vogel), Janice (David Rudman), Zoot (Dave Goelz), Animal (Eric Jacobson), and Lips (Peter Linz).

Are you excited to see the band in their own show? Share your thoughts in the comments!

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