We are adapting our health and safety guidelines based on guidance from health and government officials, and will require Cast Members and Guests ages 2 and up, to wear face coverings in all indoor locations at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort beginning Friday, July 30, regardless of vaccination status. At Walt Disney World Resort, this includes upon entering and throughout all attractions and in enclosed transportation vehicles, including shuttles, buses, monorails and at Disney Skyliner.
To help your Clients plan and prepare for their next trip to Walt Disney World Resort or Disneyland Resort, you can share the “Know Before You Go” information with them by using the updated “Know Before You Go” microsite – disneytraveltradeinfo.com/wdw or disneytraveltradeinfo.com/dlr. We recommend that you check back on the website often, as information continues to be updated.
Walt Disney World has announced they will require masks for ALL guests (even those vaccinated) while indoors.
Two young guests stop to take a photo at Magic Kingdom Park, July 11, 2020, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., on the first day of the theme park’s phased reopening. (Olga Thompson, photographer)
As reported on the Walt Disney World website: “Beginning July 30, face coverings are required for all Guests (ages 2 and up) while indoors and in Disney buses, monorail and Disney Skyliner, regardless of vaccination status. This includes upon entering and throughout all attractions. Face coverings remain optional for all Guests in outdoor common areas.”
More restaurants are reopening at Walt Disney World! Two park quick-service restaurants and two resort table service restaurants.
From a Disney Cast Member;
I am so excited to announce more restaurants are reopening at Walt Disney World Resort in the next few weeks! Check it all out in this edition of Walt Disney World Resort Foodie News.
Yachtsman Steakhouse
Yachtsman Steakhouse will soon be stoking the flames of their oak-fired grills so we can again savor their premium, grain-fed steaks or the dry-aged Duroc pork chop served with heritage grits, broccoli rabe, and apple-cognac gastrique.
In addition to the great steaks and chops, the Chilled Admiral’s Tower for Two (Maine lobster, snow crab, tuna tartare, jumbo shrimp, mussels, scallop ceviche, and charred octopus salad) is back as well as the signature creamy Lobster Bisque and the delicious Yachtsman’s Chocolate Cake for Two with dark chocolate mousse, chocolate decadence cake, mixed berry curd, peanut butter crunch, and mousse. I seriously cannot wait!
Yachtsman Steakhouse at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort opens August 5, 2021, with booking available July 29, 2021.
Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood
So excited we will soon be able to sample the delicious small plates and dishes inspired by the flavors of Spain at Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood. I can’t wait to get my tapas on with my fav small plates – Charred Octopus, Pan con Tomate, and the delish Flight of Four Pinxtos. The signature Chuletón Bone-in Rib Eye with tomatoes, onions, and choice of two sides – is on the menu along with Char-grilled Steak with olive oil-potato purée, forest mushrooms, date jam, and sherry vinaigrette and the Rioja-braised Chicken with grapes, sherry vinegar, and roasted tomato bomba rice. The dark chocolate “Café con Leche” Choux is the perfect sweet ending.
Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort opens August 5, 2021, with booking available July 29, 2021.
Columbia Harbor House
Starting August 5, you can reel in some delicious seafood at Columbia Harbour House at Magic Kingdom Park! Your seafood favorites are back, including the Lobster Roll and Trio Platter with a combination of fried fish, fried shrimp, and chicken strips served with hushpuppies and french fries or green beans. Craving something other than seafood? Try the Lighthouse Sandwich (hummus with tomato and broccoli slaw on multigrain bread) now comes with french fries or the Harbour Salad – a mix of greens, shredded cheddar, apples, onion, apple cider vinaigrette, and topped with chicken strips.
Pizzafari
Fun animal murals and mosaics at Pizzafari Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park are the colorful backdrop to a delicious quick meal beginning August 2, 2021. Pizza rules in this jungle but you can also order a Chicken Parmesan Sandwich, Green and Grains Salad, and an adorable “Spaghetti and Meatball” Cupcake. Kick back with a refreshing Blue Lagoon with blue curaçao beverage syrup, lemonade, and gummy worms – also available with a glow cube and with or without rum!
The Walt Disney World website now shows parks hours have been released through October 9, 2021. With the return of fireworks, the arrival of the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, and Disney After Hours Boo Bash events, you can expect crowds to be flooding back to the magic. As you plan your vacation, here are the current posted park hours for July 25 – October 9, 2021.
Magic Kingdom:
July 25 – 31: 9:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
August 1: 9:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
August 2 – 7: 8:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
August 8 – 9: 9:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
August 10 – 12: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
August 13: 8:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
August 14: 8:00am to 6:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 6pm)
August 15 – 31: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 1 – 6: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 7: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
September 8 – 9: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 10: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
September 11: 9:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
September 12: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
September 13: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 14: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
September 15 – 16: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 17: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
September 18: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 19: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
September 20: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 21: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
September 22 – 23: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 24: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
September 25: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 26 – 29: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 30: 9:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
October 1 – 4: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
October 5: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
October 6 – 7: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
October 8: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
October 9: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
EPCOT:
July 25 – 31: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
August 1: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
August 2 – 5: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
August 6 – 8: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
August 9 – 12: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
August 13 – 15: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
August 16 – 19: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
August 20 – 22: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
August 23 – 26: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
August 27 – 29: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
August 30 – 31: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 1 – 2: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 3 – 5: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
September 6 – 9: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 10 – 12: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
September 13 – 16: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 17 – 19: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
September 20 – 23: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 24 – 26: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
September 27 – 30: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
October 1 – 9: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
Disney’s Hollywood Studios:
July 25 – 31: 9:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
August 1 – 31: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 1 – 10: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 11: 9:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
September 12 – 14: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 15: 9:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
September 16 – 28: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 29: 9:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
September 30: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
October 1 – 9: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
Disney’s Animal Kingdom:
July 25: 8:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
July 26 – 30: 8:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
July 31: 8:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
August 1 – 6: 8:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
August 7: 8:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
August 8 – 13: 8:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
August 14: 8:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
August 15 – 31: 8:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
September 1 – 30: 8:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
October 1 – 9: 8:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
Keep checking the My Disney Experience App before visiting as Disney has been known to add extra hours as dates draw nearer. Just be sure to snag your Park Pass reservations as soon as you know which date you are looking to experience a select parks.
Since traditional parades have still not returned to Walt Disney World, guests are always eager to spot a Character Cavalcade coming through the park to entertain. Catching these performances is now easier than ever, as Disney has posted show times on Digital Boards around the Magic Kingdom, as well as in the My Disney Experience App.
This board near Cinderella Castle displays multiple shows and times, like Mickey & Friends and Tinker Bell & the Lost Treasure.
All show times are easily accessible in the app as well under the “Entertainment” section.
