There was A LOT of news about Disney World last night! And with huge updates like the suspension of FastPass+, the cancellation of all Disney Dining Plans and dining reservations, and details about the new reservation system for park entry, some of the other new info has gone relatively unnoticed!
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Here are the Disney World announcements you might have missed!
All Experience Bookings Have Also Been Canceled
In addition to FastPass+ and dining reservations, Disney World also announced that all experience bookings such as behind-the-scenes tours have also been canceled.
Information from the Disney World Website Regarding Canceled Experiences
According to Disney, these experiences were canceled in order to promote social distancing among guests. We reached out to Disney and at this time they are not providing information regarding which behind-the-scenes tours and experiences are being canceled. They did however inform us that Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party tickets are valid at this time.
Click here to read our update regarding Mickey’s Not-S0-Scary Halloween Party!
Updates to the Dining and Experience Booking Window
Also, while all Disney dining and experience reservations are canceled, there will be changes implemented when guests are able to book again. When reservations resume, guests will be able to book dining and experience reservations up to 60 days in advance.
Information from the Disney World Website Regarding Updates to Dining and Experience Reservations
The shortened booking window will allow guests to make their plans closer to the date of their trip. We know that this can really put a damper on plans, especially if you already had dining reservations or like to plan ahead. As more information is shared regarding this new reservation window, we will be sure to give you all the details!
Click here to read more about the cancellation of Disney Dining Plans and dining reservations.
Park Hopper Add-Ons Will NOT Be Automatically Refunded
At this time, park-hopper add-ons will NOT be automatically refunded. According to a Cast Member we spoke with, “It will not happen automatically do to the fact that we currently do not have information on if our Guests will be able to park hop.” Keep in mind, this was what we heard this from one Guest Relations Cast Member and could possibly change. Disney has not shared specific information on if guests will have the ability to park hop or not at this time.
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Guests who are interested in changing their tickets may call the Ticket Services department at (407) 566-4985.
Click here to learn more about the Disney World park reservation system.
While dining, FastPass+, and park reservations have received most of the attention since last night’s announcements, these are a few of the other changes that you may have missed! We’ll continue to be on the lookout for more information regarding the reopening of the parks and keep you informed with any updates.
Click here to learn about the updates to the Disney World mask policy.
Do you have a Disney World trip planned this year? Let us know in the comments.