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

[jesskeys91]

The calendar in the app is still showing closing at 7 the whole week of Nov 27-Dec 3

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[princesscinderella]

I just found out that both my daughter and son’s choirs will be performing at the candlelight processionals . This is a Disney loving family’s dream come true. One is performing Dec 2 and the other is Dec 15th. Oh darn we need to go to Disney two extra times

 

[CJK]

The app and website are still showing Animal Kingdom closing at 7pm on Nov. 7th. Does it usually take time to update?
ETA: Never mind: Looks like that date still has a 7pm closing, but an 8am opening.

 

[HokieRaven5]

BONUS Park Reservations Available for Disney World Annual Passholders This Weekend

On Saturday, October 15th, Annual Passholders can make reservations for Disney’s Animal Kingdom without it counting towards their number of reservations.

And on Sunday, October 16th, the same is true for passholders heading to EPCOT!

 

[mrsap]

DVC News:

Wicked Wind Down Moves To Rolling 60 Day Reservations​

Disney Vacation Club members can now book the nightly event at Top of the World Lounge 60 days in advance.

 

[Violetspider]

As did I and in my account page it still says $69.99

I got the same email today and have the lower price on my account page. Has anyone called the number in the email to ask about the price discrepancy?

 

[mrsap]

Disneyland News:

Matterhorn Bobsleds Reopens After Refurbishment at Disneyland​

After a two-month refurbishment, Matterhorn Bobsleds in Disneyland Park has reopened. The park opened at 8:00 a.m. today but Matterhorn Bobsleds was not open until 9:00 a.m. Cast Members had photo props to keep guests entertained until the reopening.

 

[mrsap]

A Brand New Shop Opened Today at Disney Springs​

Everyone say goodbye to the Dress Shop at the Co-Op in Disney Springs because it has been replaced. The Dress Shop was turned into a National Geographic shop. I asked a nearby Cast Member ”when did this store change?” and they said ”It changed this morning”, so this is very new. Every purchase from this new shop helps support the global nonprofit National Geographic Society in its work to protect and illuminate the world.



The shop is broken up into different sections Impact, Exploration, and Inspiration. Most of the clothing here is for colder weather, the kind you don’t find in Florida. Don’t worry they have t-shirts too.

*click for pics and details

 

[BrianL]

A Brand New Shop Opened Today at Disney Springs​

Everyone say goodbye to the Dress Shop at the Co-Op in Disney Springs because it has been replaced. The Dress Shop was turned into a National Geographic shop. I asked a nearby Cast Member ”when did this store change?” and they said ”It changed this morning”, so this is very new. Every purchase from this new shop helps support the global nonprofit National Geographic Society in its work to protect and illuminate the world.

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The shop is broken up into different sections Impact, Exploration, and Inspiration. Most of the clothing here is for colder weather, the kind you don’t find in Florida. Don’t worry they have t-shirts too.

Did this take over Wonderground too?

 

[1lilspark]

I was plan

Did this take over Wunderground too?

Wonderground was already a marvel pop up so who knows

 

[rangerxenos]

Let me know, same here.

 

[mrsap]

Pricing Revealed for Monsieur Paul Prix Fixe Menu

Monsieur Paul will reopen on October 18th at EPCOT with a brand new prix fixe menu and price tag. When it was announced that the location would reopen, a price for the dinner was not revealed. Now, the price has been revealed and it’s a hefty price tag for one of the nicest meals you can have at Walt Disney World.

The Monsieur Paul prix fixe dinner will cost $195 per person, plus tax and gratuity.

 

[rangerxenos]

Magic Kingdom and EPCOT Hours Extended in October, November, and December 2022​

Magic Kingdom and EPCOT hours have been extended for the last few days of October, throughout November, and in early December 2022.

Magic Kingdom​

Magic Kingdom will now open at 8:00 a.m. instead of 9:00 a.m. on October 30 and 31. Early entry for hotel guests will then begin at 7:30 a.m. The park will be closing for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at 6:00 p.m. on both days.

Magic Kingdom will also open an hour earlier at 8:00 a.m. on November 8, 10, 11, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 22, 27, 29, December 1, and 2.
The park will still open at 9:00 a.m. on November 4 – 7, 9, 12, 13, 16, 19, 21, 23 – 26, 28, 30, and December 3.

However, Magic Kingdom will remain open late for an extra hour until 11:00 p.m. on these days.

Extended evening hours for deluxe resort guests on November 16, 23, and 30 will now be from 11:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.

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EPCOT​

EPCOT will now open at 8:30 a.m. instead of 9:00 a.m. every day (except November 6) from October 30 through November 24. It will still close at 9:00 p.m.

I hope they will continue these further into December, I'm a rope dropper and the earlier the parks open, the better it is for me!

 

[rangerxenos]

Pricing Revealed for Monsieur Paul Prix Fixe Menu

Monsieur Paul will reopen on October 18th at EPCOT with a brand new prix fixe menu and price tag. When it was announced that the location would reopen, a price for the dinner was not revealed. Now, the price has been revealed and it’s a hefty price tag for one of the nicest meals you can have at Walt Disney World.

The Monsieur Paul prix fixe dinner will cost $195 per person, plus tax and gratuity.

Holy crap! I was thinking about trying it in December, but not at that price!

 

[BrianL]

As did I and in my account page it still says $69.99

Yeah, I am in teh same boat now. My page says $69 but the email says $79. It may be because the price increase hasn't gone into efffect yet but will by the time or renewal. It's annoying, but it's also 10 bucks - D+ is still the best deal in streaming.

 

[princesscinderella]

Yeah, I am in teh same boat now. My page says $69 but the email says $79. It may be because the price increase hasn't gone into efffect yet but will by the time or renewal. It's annoying, but it's also 10 bucks - D+ is still the best deal in streaming.

We got the Hulu for $1 for a year last day after thanksgiving so we are considering doing the bundle. I have to price it out. We might cancel everything and see if there are any thanksgiving shopping specials again and use my husband’s email instead of mine that we currently use.

 

[Aela]

Pricing Revealed for Monsieur Paul Prix Fixe Menu

Monsieur Paul will reopen on October 18th at EPCOT with a brand new prix fixe menu and price tag. When it was announced that the location would reopen, a price for the dinner was not revealed. Now, the price has been revealed and it’s a hefty price tag for one of the nicest meals you can have at Walt Disney World.

The Monsieur Paul prix fixe dinner will cost $195 per person, plus tax and gratuity.

Wow that is…. Crazy. I thought Cali Grill Prix Fixe was high.

 

[mrsap]

Disneyland News:​

Disneyland Resort Increases Preferred Parking by $5 as Price Hikes Mount​

As price hikes continue to mount across Disneyland and Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort has quietly increased one of its parking prices.

As of this week, Preferred Parking at the Mickey & Friends and Pixar Pals parking structures has increased from $45 per day to $50 per day, a $5 increase compared to before.

 

[Smugpugmug]

Pricing Revealed for Monsieur Paul Prix Fixe Menu

Monsieur Paul will reopen on October 18th at EPCOT with a brand new prix fixe menu and price tag. When it was announced that the location would reopen, a price for the dinner was not revealed. Now, the price has been revealed and it’s a hefty price tag for one of the nicest meals you can have at Walt Disney World.

The Monsieur Paul prix fixe dinner will cost $195 per person, plus tax and gratuity.

Almost $200 per person for a meal in a theme park is crazy IMO. I would never pay that much but I know I'm not the targeted demographic for something like this.

 

[Gabby01]

Good news! According to this site the Wonderground Gallery has just been moved to be next door to the Art of Disney store!

https://disneydiary.com/2022/10/wonderground-gallery-moves-at-disney-springs-next-to-art-of-disney/