As the effects of Hurricane Irma are beginning to be felt in the Orlando/Disney World area, Epcot has seemingly transformed two of their parking lots into staging areas for hundreds if not thousands of utility trucks from around the country. These vehicles are located in the Explore and Create parking
Tag: Hurricane Irma
Frozen Star Kristen Bell Hunkers Down at Disney World For Hurricane Irma and Saves Josh Gad’s Parents in the Process
In a story that seems like something straight out of a Disney film, Kristin Bell who is best known in Disney circles for her role as Princess Anna in Frozen found herself stranded in Florida for Hurricane Irma’s approach after filming her upcoming movie “Like Father” on location in Fort
Fort Wilderness Closing Letters Left On Guest Windshields Ahead of Hurricane Irma
In order to keep their guests safe, Walt Disney World announced Thursday that Fort Wilderness and Campground will be closing this afternoon, September 9th. As Hurricane Irma makes her approach, Disney is trying to make every effort to accommodate their guests and keep them updated with current information. We reported
Delta Adds Large International Aircraft To Help Evacuate Before Hurricane Irma
As Hurricane Irma moves ever closer, Delta is making more efforts to help passengers evacuate Florida. Delta added extra flights and up-sized aircraft throughout Florida yesterday including using three of its largest international wide-body aircraft, the Boeing 747. Since Wednesday, the airline has added 8,300 additional seats out of Florida
Walt Disney World Resorts Distributing Pamphlets To Rooms Ahead Of Hurricane Irma
As Hurricane Irma gets closer, Walt Disney World is taking many precautions to ensure the safety of its guests and cast members. Closures of the parks have been announced for both Sunday and Monday as well as Disney Springs. Disney has also made attempts to help future guests make reservation
Hurricane Irma Disney World Theme Park Closures and Updates
As Hurricane Irma approaches the coast of Florida we have all been anxiously watching. It is now Official, Walt Disney World will begin closing all parks Theme Parks tomorrow in anticipation of the storm’s arrival. Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios will be closing at 7 P.M. Saturday. Magic Kingdom and Epcot
Universal Orlando Resort Announces Closure Due To Hurricane Irma
Due to the expected impacts of Hurricane Irma, Universal Orlando Resort will be closing at 7pm Saturday, September 9. They will remain closed on Sunday and Monday and are anticipating normal operating hours on Tuesday September 12. Guests can contact Universal Orlando Resort to reschedule or cancel their Universal Parks &
Closures, Cancellations, and Updates from Disney for Hurricane Irma
Updated September 10, 2017 at 12:00 pm EST Hurricane Irma officially made landfall in the lower Florida Keys this morning and is now tracking North towards the Tampa Bay area. Winds began to pick up in the Orlando/Disney World area yesterday and will continue to do so as the worst
Disney World Freezes Dining Reservations, Waives Cancellation Fees Ahead of Hurricane Irma
Disney World has just announced a freeze on Advanced Dining Reservations for September 10 and 11 in preparation of Hurricane Irma. No new reservations will be accepted for these two days. Here is the statement from the Disney World website: In addition, all Advanced Dining Reservation fees will be waived
Orlando International Airport To Close at 5 p.m Beginning Saturday September 9th.
For any Disney travelers, planning on braving the storm, please take note of the following airport closure which may drastically affect guests arriving and departing from Orlando this weekend. Orlando International Airport (MCO) announced yesterday that as a result of Hurricane Irma, the airport will be closing at 5
Port Canaveral Will Cease All Operations Starting At 3 PM For Hurricane Irma
Due to the expected impacts of Hurricane Irma, the US Coast Guard of the Port (COTP) has set Hurricane “Condition Yankee” for Port of Canaveral. Port Condition Yankee designates that sustained gale force winds are predicted within 24 hrs. Condition Yankee marks the last chance to further prepare Port Canaveral as
Cancelled: Epcot Food and Wine Festival Events Sunday Through Tuesday
Hurricane Irma is headed for Florida, and as always Disney is making the safety of its guests top priority; because of the hazardous weather quickly approaching, Disney has cancelled select Epcot Food and Wine Festival events. Epcot International Food and Wine Festival’s What’s Cooking With… event on Sunday, September 10th
Cancelled – Sunday’s ‘Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party’ And Saturday’s ‘Night of Joy’
With Hurricane Irma getting closer, Disney has decided to cancel select ticketed events this weekend in order to maintain guest safety. Night of Joy and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party are both affected. Night of Joy The event scheduled for Saturday, September 9 has been cancelled. Friday’s performances are still happening as
JetBlue Offering $99 Flights Out Of Florida For Hurricane Irma Evacuation
JetBlue, the New York based airline, is making it easier for people to evacuate Florida ahead of Hurricane Irma. They announced that it has discounted the price of nonstop flights out of Florida to $99 plus tax. Connecting flights are available at a higher price point of $159. This sale
