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[LSUmiss]

We unfortunately have YouTubeTV. We had GoogleTV previously due to using Google Fiber for our internet. However, they discontinued the "cable" portion this year. We switched to YouTubeTV, which hasn't been bad. We have Disney+ but not Hulu. We don't really watch anything that went away, except FX and F1 on ABC. I guess once What We Do in the Shadows, American Horror Story, or Formula1 comes back we will have to figure something out, if they haven't come to an agreement. I don't really want to get Hulu. It was pretty worthless for the short period of time that we had it for free. At least they reduced the monthly cost of YouTubeTV after removing the channels. My old cable never did that after channels disappeared.

Did they reduce the cost? We have you tube tv too & DH told me about the disney stuff last night but he didn’t think it had been reduced.

 

[Teamubr]

Even More Disney World Theme Park Hours Extended for Christmas Week into Early 2022

Magic Kingdom

• January 8: Park hours extended 9am to 10pm (previously 9am to 8pm)

EPCOT

• January 2-3, 8: Park hours extended 9:30am to 9pm (previously 10am to 9pm)

This is great. I've been waiting to see if it would extend into January. We arrive on the 8th for 2 weeks. I figured the extra hours were just to accommodate the holiday surge. January 8-9th is marathon weekend. Fingers crossed they extend this for a couple more weeks.

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[soniam]

Did they reduce the cost? We have you tube tv too & DH told me about the disney stuff last night but he didn’t think it had been reduced.

Yes. They knocked $15 off starting with the next bill after 12/17.

 

[Brocktoon]

All Disney-Owned Content Has Been Removed From YouTube TV

Hopefully they'll work out a deal soon. I believe Roku lost YouTube TV for a while due to contract issues, but got things resolved a couple weeks ago. Rumors are swirling that Roku may lose Amazon Prime video next year when their contract is up as well.

While I love streaming, it doesn't seem to be saving much more money than cutting the cord as everyone sets up their own platforms and then contracts with the various portals/devices ... it's a mess

 

[HokieRaven5]

What’s New at Disney World’s Hotels: Corn Dog Nuggets, A Boozy Hot Chocolate, and Minnie Ears

 

[SleeplessInTO]

This article mentioned kids meals coming with the trading cards (and not just the zero-proof drinks, which is what I previously understood). Anyone know if that's accurate?

Just ate there. Confirm that the kids meal ($29) came with the trading cards. I was more excited about this than my kid was

 

[mrsap]

Good Morning Everyone!

 

[HokieRaven5]

PHOTOS: Disney World’s Parking Trams Have Returned!

 

[HokieRaven5]

PHOTOS & VIDEOS: The Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacar Has RETURNED!

 

[HokieRaven5]

All Disney-Owned Content Has Been Removed From YouTube TV

NEWS: Disney-Owned Content Will Return To YouTube TV Very Soon!

According to YouTube TV, the two companies have reached a deal and access to Disney’s content should be returning throughout today, with ESPN and FX already becoming available. Along with live channels, recordings of Disney content will also be available for YouTube TV users again. At some point today, you can also expect your local ABC station to return as well.

 

[mickey916]

I'm a little bummed too but actually if you read the article it seems it's based simply on the calendar that shows President's Week in February with those two days swapped...there's nothing beyond that so I'm holding out hope that it wasn't a permanent change and that it's something to do with anticipated crowds for President's week.

Following up on this...just looked at the calendar and Feb. 28 is back to Epcot having the extended evening hours on Monday...

 

[mrsap]

Good Morning Everyone!!

 

[rangerxenos]

At least it's a short week, and I'm lucky enough to work for a company that gives us next week off paid!

 

[mrsap]

Operating hours extended again at all four Walt Disney World theme parks during the upcoming Christmas period

At Magic Kingdom, park close has been extended on most days from now through January 3 2022.

On January 2 and 3, Disney's Animal Kingdom has gained an extra hour in the morning and evening.

Disney's Hollywood Studios, which is rarely adjusted, is now opening at 8:30am instead of 9am through January 3 2022.

Finally, at EPCOT, the park is now opening at 9:30am through January 3 2022.

 

[mrsap]

Disney Cruise Line Announces Half-Off Deposit Offer

Magic awaits! The Disney Cruise Line Half-Off Deposit Offer is now available when you book select cruises sailing between June 18, 2022 and May 31, 2023. Guests are only required to pay 50% of the cruise deposit amount to secure the booking when they book by March 11, 2022. The remaining deposit balance is due at the time of final payment.

This offer is valid on any new reservation for select Disney cruises departing between June 18, 2022 and May 31, 2023 that does not require final payment at time of booking. Remaining balance will be due at time of final payment. This offer excludes Disney Wish sailings through September 30, 2022.

 

[mrsap]

Reinvented Meal plan coming to Disneyland Paris in 2022

For stays starting March 31st, 2022, the Disneyland Paris meal plan offer will be reinvented to better meet the expectations and needs of our guests. The meal plans will offer even more serenity, flexibility, and choice.

 

[jpeterson]

Disney Cruise Line Announces Half-Off Deposit Offer

Magic awaits! The Disney Cruise Line Half-Off Deposit Offer is now available when you book select cruises sailing between June 18, 2022 and May 31, 2023. Guests are only required to pay 50% of the cruise deposit amount to secure the booking when they book by March 11, 2022. The remaining deposit balance is due at the time of final payment.

This offer is valid on any new reservation for select Disney cruises departing between June 18, 2022 and May 31, 2023 that does not require final payment at time of booking. Remaining balance will be due at time of final payment. This offer excludes Disney Wish sailings through September 30, 2022.

I saw half off and got excited. I was about to get my wallet out! Then I noticed it was only 50% off the deposit. But you still have to pay it all in the end. Not such and amazing deal!

 

[HokieRaven5]

Disneyland Responds to $5 Million Magic Key Lawsuit

According to the Los Angeles Times, Disneyland spokesperson, Lix Jaeger, has stated that “We have been clear about the terms of the Magic Key product and we know that many of our guests are enjoying the experiences these passes provide.” Additionally, she said that “We will vigorously defend our position as the case proceeds.”

Disneyland’s Magic Key website does state that “Park reservations are limited, and subject to availability, public health orders, and applicable pass blockout dates, and are not guaranteed for any specific dates or park.”

 

[HokieRaven5]

New Marvel Meet and Greet in Disneyland Following Spider-Man No Way Home

 

[mrsap]

Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park Will Remain Closed on Wednesday