News Round Up 2021

[OSUZorba]

I wonder if we will see Disney start to close the Relaxation Stations, I know at least 1 is in a restaurant (Pizzasauras), that would let them open that back up. I believe Indiana Jones is being used as one too. Whatever can start soaking up the crowds!

I see no reason to keep the relaxation stations at this point. You can sit anywhere outside without a mask, so no different than before the pandemic.

 

[jpeterson]

I see no reason to keep the relaxation stations at this point. You can sit anywhere outside without a mask, so no different than before the pandemic.

I believe I heard that Universal already removed their "U Rest" stations.

 

[mrsap]

Work Begins on Morocco Pavilion Fountain, Entrance Plaza at EPCOT

 

[Sara W]

I’m not sure if Disney just opened more reservations, but there are a bunch of BOG reservations btwn 8pm and 9pm on July 7.

 

[hereforthechurros]

Rise of the Resistance Pre-Shows Reduce Physical Distancing, Remove Plexiglass

There was a lot of concern whether WDW would keep plexiglass due to the investment and the safety it offers. So glad to see they’re doing away with it pretty much immediately where possible!

 

[Aprilshack]

There was a lot of concern whether WDW would keep plexiglass due to the investment and the safety it offers. So glad to see they’re doing away with it pretty much immediately where possible!

Have they gotten rid of it on the droid cars?

 

[BrianL]

There was a lot of concern whether WDW would keep plexiglass due to the investment and the safety it offers. So glad to see they’re doing away with it pretty much immediately where possible!

Man, the plexi was the worst part of my recent trip! I mean, I do understand and I will never be against things that are safety measures, but it was weird how it was inconsistent, with some rides having it and some not. I am happy to hear it is being removed.

 

[jpeterson]

Man, the plexi was the worst part of my recent trip! I mean, I do understand and I will never be against things that are safety measures, but it was weird how it was inconsistent, with some rides having it and some not. I am happy to hear it is being removed.

I feel like the plexiglass was really a very early stab at safety and from what I've read didn't really do much. Great on them for trying but it's time to remove it!

 

[chad_1138]

Haunted Mansion, Tower of Terror, and MMRR pre-shows please.

 

[mrsap]

Tomorrowland “Gear” Pavement Removal Continues at Magic Kingdom

 

[mrsap]

Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Posted Hours Removed

“While Disney hasn’t given an official reason for the removal, it’s possible that the themed tiki bar will have modified hours when the resort reopens in July. It’s also possible, but unlikely, that the bar won’t reopen with the resort.”

 

[mrsap]

Signage Coming to Disney’s Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

“Today, Disney filed a permit for “Project H [to] Install New Ground Mount Marquee.”Whoa, now! That’s signage for Project H, A.K.A. Project Halcyon, A.K.A. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. The permit appears to call for a pretty major signage installation from Design Communications, a firm that has done theming work for Disney in the past. This could be roadside signage at the entrance to parking, or it could be something around the main entrance.”

 

[mrsap]

More World Showcase Lagoon perimeter sea wall firework launchers added ahead of fireworks return to EPCOT

 

[hereforthechurros]

Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Posted Hours Removed

“While Disney hasn’t given an official reason for the removal, it’s possible that the themed tiki bar will have modified hours when the resort reopens in July. It’s also possible, but unlikely, that the bar won’t reopen with the resort.”

I wouldn't mind extended hours if they have to keep some distancing in place.

 

[Karin1984]

More news about the reopening of Disneyland Paris, from ED92. https://www.ed92.org/en/disneyland-paris-reopening/

We have more news.
- 28000 guests per day, which is about 50%.
- Masks for everyone over 6 years old (last year that was as of 13, I think?)
- We will have pop up parades from the Stars & Cars parade.
- The new Disney Junior show, the Dream Factory, will start as of the 1st of July.
- New York Style Sandwiches, Toad Hall, Fuente Del Oro , Auberge de Cendrillon, Silver Spur Steakhouse & Walt's - an American Restaurant will be closed.
- Disney Village will open from 16:00 - 21:00, Anette's Diner will also be open during the afternoon.
- Opening hours at opening: Disneyland Park 9:30 - 20:00, Magical Hours 8:30 - 9:30, Walt Disney Studios 9:30 - 18:00, no Magical Hours.
3 July - 3 September Disneyland Park will be open till 21:00.
- No fireworks
- All rides will be open, except Orbitron (planned refurbishment) and the galeries in the castle & the dragon under the castle. The last two were closed last year as well with

 

[OSUZorba]

I feel like the plexiglass was really a very early stab at safety and from what I've read didn't really do much. Great on them for trying but it's time to remove it!

I personally liked it in the queues, annoying and obviously theater on the rides, though.

 

[BrianL]

I personally liked it in the queues, annoying and obviously theater on the rides, though.

I hated teh way it looked in the queues - it ruins the vibe - however I was happy it was there considering how teh queues snaked. Had they laid that out differently, then I would rather not have them, though at some point space becomes an issue.

 

[nivekious]

I wouldn't mind extended hours if they have to keep some distancing in place.

Still have my fingers crossed for an earlier than expected reopening. We leave July 4

 

[hertamaniac]

New Images of Suites & Staterooms Coming to the Disney Wish; Including the Kids’ Room

Not really over-the-top theming, but I do like it.

 

[Eeyore daily]

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/b...PJKHpZWfICEUoBLwLjG4bLVhdppCIm1odry-vMzdAu0rU
I so wish I had been there to see this! Lucky guests that did.