Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2022 Edition

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Disney World 2023 Tickets & Resort Bookings Open June 8 ​

On June 8, you’ll be able to begin making your travel plans for next year as Walt Disney World Resort will open bookings for theme park tickets, Disney Resort hotel stays and packages for visits in 2023.

There is so much to look forward to at Walt Disney World, including the debut of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind on May 27, the launch of MagicBand+ this summer, the return of more live entertainment – and even more on the horizon!

And with a new year, how about some more park time? Our very popular early theme park entry benefit for Disney Resort hotel guests will continue beyond the 50th Anniversary for visits throughout all of 2023! This benefit gives Disney Resort guests an opportunity to enter ANY of the 4 Walt Disney World Resort theme parks to enjoy select attractions, shops and dining EVERY day (valid admission, park reservation and Resort ID required).

**Quoting myself as a reminder for Tomorrow!!**

 

[jpeterson]

**Quoting myself as a reminder for Tomorrow!!**

I already have multiple trips booked for 2023 but tomorrow is when I see if there are better options!

 

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'Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond!' Cast Member previews begin June 10​

'Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond!' at Disney's Animal Kingdom will begin Cast Member previews on June 10.

The Cast exclusive previews will take place:

• Friday, June 10 at 4:30pm and 6:30pm.
• Saturday, June 11, 10:30am.

'Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond! opens to guests on June 13 2022.

 

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New Drink and Returning Favorites Announced for Hoop-Dee-Doo Menu

 

[CJK]

New Drink and Returning Favorites Announced for Hoop-Dee-Doo Menu

Do we know if there are any adult beverages included in the price now? I used to love getting the sangria. From what I saw in this article, they only discussed adult beverages that require an added fee.

 

[HokieRaven5]

Do we know if there are any adult beverages included in the price now? I used to love getting the sangria. From what I saw in this article, they only discussed adult beverages that require an added fee.

Adult drinks are still included in the price. From the parks blog post: “Not to mention, it’s all-you-care-to-enjoy with fountain drinks and for those over 21, red and white sangria, draft beer, and wine are also included!”

Hoop-Dee-Do menu update

 

[CJK]

Adult drinks are still included in the price. From the parks blog post: “Not to mention, it’s all-you-care-to-enjoy with fountain drinks and for those over 21, red and white sangria, draft beer, and wine are also included!”

Hoop-Dee-Do menu update

Phew! Thank you!

 

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Showtimes Released for ‘Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond!’ at Disney’s Animal Kingdom​

Disney has released showtimes for “Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond!” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

Starting June 13, the new 25-minute show will be performed at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., and 4:30 p.m.

Times are currently posted on the Walt Disney World website through August 17.

 

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Disney Genie+ to Be Available For Purchase Only on Day of Visit Starting Tomorrow

As previously announced, the Disney Genie+ service will only be offered for purchase through the My Disney Experience app on the day of visit starting tomorrow (June 8, 2022). The Walt Disney World Resort will no longer offer the option to purchase this service pre-arrival as a ticket add-on for dates remaining in 2022 and in 2023.

Guests who purchased a ticket that includes Disney Genie+ service for dates starting on or before December 31, 2022 will be able to use the service during their visit. Additionally, Guests who currently have a pre-arrival Genie+ ticket option may upgrade their ticket to a longer duration, add other add-ons, or change their arrival date and keep Genie+ on their ticket as long as arrival occurs on or before December 31, 2022.

 

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Themed Entrance Installed for TRON Lightcycle Run at Magic Kingdom​

 

[Brocktoon]

Adult drinks are still included in the price. From the parks blog post: “Not to mention, it’s all-you-care-to-enjoy with fountain drinks and for those over 21, red and white sangria, draft beer, and wine are also included!”

Hoop-Dee-Do menu update

The draft beer selection used to be Yuengling and Bud Light ... it will probably stay the same. I'm a beer snob, but had no issues surviving off bottomless Yuengling and probably wouldn't spend extra for the canned selection.

 

[HokieRaven5]

Disney and Lyft are bringing back Minnie Van Service to Walt Disney World on June 29th

NEW: Minnie Van Service will officially return to Walt Disney World on June 29. Airport service will *not* be offered.

Test rides will begin this week -- which means you could see Minnie Vans available in the Lyft app prior to June 29 (but it will be random).

Scott Gustin Twitter

 

[soniam]

REMINDER:

Disney Genie+ to Be Available For Purchase Only on Day of Visit Starting Tomorrow

As previously announced, the Disney Genie+ service will only be offered for purchase through the My Disney Experience app on the day of visit starting tomorrow (June 8, 2022). The Walt Disney World Resort will no longer offer the option to purchase this service pre-arrival as a ticket add-on for dates remaining in 2022 and in 2023.

Guests who purchased a ticket that includes Disney Genie+ service for dates starting on or before December 31, 2022 will be able to use the service during their visit. Additionally, Guests who currently have a pre-arrival Genie+ ticket option may upgrade their ticket to a longer duration, add other add-ons, or change their arrival date and keep Genie+ on their ticket as long as arrival occurs on or before December 31, 2022.

It's still available for purchase starting at midnight, right? No time change?

 

[HokieRaven5]

Disney On Ice Presents Frozen & Encanto coming to a location near you

TICKETS: Are for sale on www.DisneyOnIce.com

7 markets on the tour went on pre-sale today, with the remainder of the tour going on sale later this month.

• Sunrise, FL
• Miami, FL
• Atlanta, GA
• Charlotte, NC
• Fairfax, VA
• Hershey, PA
• Philadelphia, PA

*Ticket pricing is subject to change based on market demand.

Disney On Ice Preferred Customers can purchase advance tickets starting today, June 7th, to get the best seats available before tickets go on sale to the public on June 14th. Fans can still sign up to become a Disney On Ice Preferred Customer and get exclusive access to the pre-sale offer code.

 

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Facade Modifications Continue for Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. at Magic Kingdom

 

[LeeLee'sMom]

I noticed the same person keeps "angry facing" every Pride post. So sad that celebrating inclusiveness can anger someone.

yes I noticed that too...so sad.

 

[HokieRaven5]

It's still available for purchase starting at midnight, right? No time change?

Nothing has changed as far as I know to when you can begin purchasing Genie+. Should still be midnight.

 

[Violetspider]

Facade Modifications Continue for Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. at Magic Kingdom

I think I might have missed whether the shop is open during the construction. I was wanting to get a new custom phone case during my visit in July. Can anyone verify either way? Thanks!

 

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New Details Announced for the First-Ever Disneyland After Dark: Grad Nite Reunion Event​

We’re excited to share new details for the first-everDisneyland After Dark: Grad Nite Reunion, taking place at Disney California Adventure park June 23, 28, and 30, 2022.

 

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Entrance Tree to Tarzan’s Treehouse Fully Removed for Rumored ‘Encanto’ Retheme at Disneyland​

The entrance tree for Tarzan’s Treehouse has been fully removed, and construction walls have come down at Disneyland Park.

Most of the entrance had been removed a few weeks ago, but construction walls remained around the site of the former entrance.