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Future Disney trips

Things have been quiet here. We’re still hunkering down at home. Hopefully, you’re staying safe too.

If you want to plan for future Disney trips, Disney just announced some new openings. Disney resorts in Orlando can now be booked through the end of 2021, which encompasses the 50th anniversary of WDW in Oct if you want to be there for the celebration. Disney cruises are about to open bookings thru April 2022. Be aware of the new safety restrictions and cancellation policies before you book though.

Here are the links to the listings. Let me know if you want to discuss anything or would like me to help you book them.

International travel advisories

Advisory Map

On August 6, 2020, the U.S. State Department lifted it’s blanket advisory against all international travel, and going back to the usual advisory on countries individually. If you are planning any international travel, be sure to check each country’s restrictions. There are still bans on travel in and out of the U.S., as well as many other countries.

Get updated information from the U.S. State Department.

More cruises cancelled

The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), of which Disney and most other cruise lines are a member of, has decided to suspend cruises sailing from U.S. ports until October 31, 2020. If you have a cruise currently booked through early November, check with that cruise line to see how they’re handling cancellations. If you would like help with your cruise plans, please feel free to contact me.

Fall 2021 Disney Cruises announced

We may not be able to sail this Fall, but we can plan for next Fall. Hopefully, the conditions will improve enough by then for cruising to be safe.

Disney just announced the itineraries for their Fall 2021 sailings, and booking starts next week. It’s usually cheapest to book with initial release day prices. You just need to put down a deposit for now. Just be mindful of the cancellation deadlines.

We love Disney cruises and can’t wait to do another one. If you want help planning your next cruise, feel free to contact me.

View Disney Cruise Line Fall 2021 Itineraries.

Disney World is Open!

Mickey & Minnie

The Disney World theme parks in Orlando Florida are open again! Very exciting!

However, whether or not you should go yet is going to vary based on your situation. What is your health and safety tolerance? Is this one of your first or only trips or do you go pretty often? Are you willing and able to abide by the changes and restrictions in place?

Of course, there are many changes due to Covid safety. I hesitate to list them all here though because they’re changing literally day by day, but the biggest things of note are going to be the reduced capacity and the need to reserve park reservations in addition to having a park ticket, no park hopping, no fast passes, and the requirement to wear masks everywhere except when you’re eating.

If you are interested in going to the theme parks now, including any other theme parks that are open such as Universal, SeaWorld, etc, make sure to read about their new changes on their websites. If you would like help with your trip plans, feel free to contact me.

Disney Parks Updates

Know Before You Go

The Disney parks will be drastically different from your last trip due to Covid safety. Stay up to date on the latest here, especially on the need to make park reservations for entry, in addition to having your ticket. Things are changing day by day, so check back often, and some of it can be a little confusing. Feel free to contact me if you want help with your plans.

Key Dates for Disney World Reservations

Cruise Updates

Sadly, cruise sailings out of all U.S. ports have been suspended until September 15th for now. If you had a trip booked, check how your cruise line is handling the current situation. If you want any help with your cruise trips, feel free to contact me.

Explore National Parks

National Parks list

Even though National Parks Week is coming to an end, it doesn’t mean we should stop supporting our glorious parks. We should continue to explore the National Parks from home and plan some possible future trips virtually. There are many great resources online to help us learn about these treasures. Here are just a few that I’ve come across.