Happy Sunday friends! I hope you are all surviving the time change! At least the sun will set later now, right?!
There is a TON of news to report this week! As always, if you have questions or want more information about anything in this post or planning your own Disney or Universal adventure e-mail me or complete a quote request here!
First, Walt Disney World!
Disney’s BoardWalk is set to receive several upgrades!
The resort will receive a charming new lobby design and refreshed guest rooms.
There will also be several new food options! A new coffee bar with artisanal beverages and quick bites will be added off of the lobby. The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers, a new table service restaurant and bakery will open in 2023. And The BoardWalk Bakery will become a new sandwich shop!
We also got an exciting update regarding the construction of the TRON Lightcycle / Run attraction. The ride vehicles are beginning testing! The next step is a process known as “push/pull,” where sections of the seven-vehicle train are slowly moved through the entire ride track. Once the track is completely ready, trains will begin launch tests at incremental speeds, with the team eventually working their way up to full-speed launches.
All of this exciting progress will be visible to guests in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom Park!
At Animal Kingdom Lodge, the Starlight Safari tour is now bookable for dates beginning April 22 and beyond. On this tour, guests climb aboard an open-sided safari vehicle and watch for over 30 species of African wildlife.
Two attractions have also been added to Genie+ service. At Magic Kingdom, Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade and at Hollywood Studios, See Disney Stars at Red Carpet Dreams
We’re also getting more information about the entertainment offerings on the new Disney Wish!
An original musical spectacular called “Disney Seas the Adventure” will be the first show guests will enjoy on their sailing. The show will feature an impressive roster of beloved characters, a full line-up of renowned Disney songs and a first-of-its-kind finale.
Also on the Disney Wish, guests will be able to enjoy “Disney The Little Mermaid” – an all-new stage adaptation of “The Little Mermaid” exclusively for the Disney Wish.
In Hollywood, the first SUPER NINTENDO WORLD in the U.S. is Set to Open at Universal Studios Hollywood in 2023
The immersive land will be a located within a newly expanded area of the theme park, featuring ride and interactive areas to be enjoyed by the whole family. Themed shopping and dining will enhance the entire experience.
Lastly, beginning March 26, 2022, the State of Hawai‘i’s Safe Travels program will conclude, and passengers arriving from domestic points of origin will no longer have to show proof of a COVID-19 vaccination or a pre-travel negative test result upon arrival to Hawai’i in order to avoid quarantine. International passengers must continue to follow the travel requirements put in place by the federal government.
In addition, the City & County of Honolulu’s Safe Access O‘ahu has also expired, and Guests are no longer required to provide proof of full vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test to dine on property.
As a reminder, the State of Hawai‘i maintains a face covering mandate for all indoor locations. At Aulani Resort, face coverings are required for each Guest age 2 and up, and must be worn in all indoor locations, including Laniwai – A Disney Spa, except when actively eating or drinking while stationary and maintaining appropriate physical distancing. Face coverings are optional in outdoor common areas at Aulani Resort.
