food IS a theme park
We have fantastic news from Disney World!
Stormalong Bay prior to its closure
There are a lot of fantastic pools around the resort, but one of our favorites is Stormalong Bay at Disney’s Yacht Club and Beach Club Resort. It’s massive, has so many fun interactive elements for guests, but it’s been closed for refurbishment for many months now. We were wondering if it would be open for the bulk of summer, and now we have our answer — yes, Stormalong Bay is officially BACK OPEN!
We love a themed dessert. Seriously, if we can eat something that represents our favorite Disney characters AT Disney, we’re going to do it, and that’s what led us to try this new treat.
Prince Eric and Ariel
Have you seen the new version of The Little Mermaid stage show in Hollywood Studios, The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure? The newly reimagined show debuted in May, and it looks like all of Disney World is celebrating its return to the stage.
It’s officially summer, which means we want to jump into the pool at our resort after munching on snacks and sipping drinks from the poolside bar.
Stormalong Bay Construction
We have been waiting and waiting for news on when one of our favorite Disney resort pools is going to reopen after routine maintenance, and we think we found a MAJOR clue to when we can get back in and make a splash.
Disney World has leaned into the chaos a little this week.
Cinnamon Apple Pie Funnel Cake from Epic Eats
For example, we found a non-caramel snack at Karamell-Küche in EPCOT. We went through a flurry of emotions when Sleepy Hollow Refreshments in Magic Kingdom brought back the OLD waffles. One of our favorite foods at a Disney World hotel was a…hotdog (okay, so maybe we leaned into the chaos a bit, too). And like always, Disney World restaurant menus got updates.
An underrated Disney World attraction is about to be done with its refurbishment! While this under-the-radar attraction never fully closed, we are excited that its refurbishment is about done. Winter Summerland Miniature Golf has been undergoing a refurbishment since April 28th, and it is about to be completed.
Winter Summerland Mini Golf
During the refurbishment, only one course was available at a time, so you couldn’t choose between the Summer or Winter course; you simply had to play the course that was open. But pretty soon, we will once again have choices when it comes to playing golf at Winter Summerland!
Well, it has CERTAINLY been a big week for Disney World news, right?
Pinocchio Cookie Tart
We finally got LOADS of new details about the Cars expansion coming to Frontierland, including that it will be called Piston Peak, and that it will introduce some new characters into the Cars universe (now if only Disney would drop some hints about what kind of FOOD this expansion will have — we have questions!). Anyway, speaking of food, we’ve been monitoring menu changes at Disney World restaurants all week, so let’s take a look at what’s been updated.
A Disney World hidden gem is closing this week! This iconic steak house has been serving up juicy steak, cozy vibes, and massive portions since 1995.
Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel
However, you now have just ONE week to make one last trip here for a delicious meal. Soon, this under-the-radar restaurant will be closing for good to make way for a new restaurant.
Muppets fans, the Muppets Courtyard is about to close for good, and we don’t think we are prepared quite yet. Of course, we will be there on its final day! However, the good news is that it is closing to make way for the new Monsters, Inc. themed land that is coming to Hollywood Studios.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
With that being said, you only have a few DAYS left to get your last showing of Muppet*Vision 3D in or grab one more slice of puffy pizza from PizzeRizzo.
It’s construction season at Disney World! Just kidding, but there have been quite a few refurbishments lately.
Yacht Club
From Magic Kingdom and EPCOT to Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom, plenty of rides and more are getting some TLC. Disney World hotels are getting some updates, as well. Disney’s Beach Club Resort and Disney’s Yacht Club Resort have been busy with some construction to their pool area (which they share), but more construction is on the way for Yacht Club. Here’s what you need to know.
A popular Disney World restaurant has reopened, and the shenanigans are back! However, while this restaurant has reopened, there are still numerous closures in Disney World that we want you to know about. We always want to ensure you are as prepared as possible for your Disney World trip!
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
That’s why we want to make sure you know about closures that could impact your Disney World vacation! The good news is that Disney often lets us know about closures beforehand. You can’t control or plan for unexpected closures, BUT you can plan ahead for the planned closures at Disney World. Let’s look at which restaurant just reopened, and what closures are happening this week.
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