Tom Bricker Archive
Wondering about the status of character dining at Walt Disney World? This post covers which in-park and resort restaurants have returned and what modified meals they’re offering, plus a promising development on taking photos with characters–rather than of them. For those who missed it, Walt Disney World temporarily suspended character meet & greets back when
Disney has announced the rides, shows, and entertainment that will return when Disneyland and California Adventure reopen, and what will return at a later date. In this post, we’ll run down what’ll be operational and closed, and the reasons for some of the more conspicuous closures. First, a few added details as there’s been a
As a Walt Disney World fan first and foremost, I love that Imagineering has created unique characters for the theme parks. This is a salute to those characters with no connection to Disney’s animated or live action films, instead existing in the realm of the parks. (Updated April 3, 2021.) Don’t get me wrong–I enjoy
We’re back at Animal Kingdom, with a midday visit during spring break! This Walt Disney World report checks out crowds, wait times, park and an update on the latest changes. In the process, we share photos, tips & info, our experience with lines, and more. Let’s start with park hours, which are currently 8 am
With the reopening of Disneyland and Disney California less than a month away, preparations are underway to welcome guests back. In a wide-ranging announcement covering everything from a new dill pickle corn dog to cereal flavors of ice cream at Salt & Straw, Disney also revealed that Blue Bayou Restaurant will soon serve alcohol. In
We’re back with another roundup of Walt Disney World news & rumors. This one covers a job listing for a fireworks designer, Cast Members’ incentive for getting inoculated, and why vaccine passports will not be used anywhere in Florida. (Updated April 3, 2021 with official vaccine passport ban details.) Let’s start with fairly significant developments
It’s a big day for Disneyland & Disney California Adventure, which just announced their official opening dates in April 2021 for both parks after being closed for over a year. In this post, we’ll share the reopening details, including temporary health safety protocol, rules, restrictions, reservations for entering the parks, and more. (Updated March 30,
With spring break season nearly over and summer fast approaching, it’s time to return to one of our favorite topics: “Revenge Travel” at Walt Disney World in 2021. This isn’t the first…second…or even third time we’ve broached the subject, which has significant implications for crowds, attendance, and pricing for travel to Orlando later this year.
It’s time for another Walt Disney World news roundup. This one covers expanded hours post-Easter and added park hours through June 2021, more Park Pass reservations refilled, Earth Day festivities at Animal Kingdom, the license plate for the World’s Most Magical Celebration, a Harmonious update, and more. Let’s start with an update on new and
After taking a break from Walt Disney World during the peak of spring break, we’re back with another update on Magic Kingdom construction, crowds, and changes. In this park report, we’ll take a look at the current projects around the park, plus preparations for the World’s Most Magical Celebration. This report actually encompasses two visits
Thinking of using Uber or Lyft instead of a taxi, rental car, or bus transportation at Walt Disney World? Ride-sharing services are the most efficient way for getting to parks, resorts, and Universal Studios Florida; these tips will help save money and improve your experience with it. (Updated March 24, 2021.) During the phased reopening,
