The 9 BIG Updates From Walt Disney World (and Beyond) This Week (February 1- 7, 2021)

Sunday, February 7, 2021 - 03:14

4. New merchandise discount available

Walt Disney World has announced that both Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members can now receive 30% off select merchandise purchases at Walt Disney World Resort owned and operated merchandise locations in the theme parks and at Disney Springs from now through March 2, 2021. Guests can also use this discount at some of the EPCOT Festival of the Arts merchandise booths as well.

5. Liberty Square Riverboat and Tom Sawyer's Island reopen

After a four month refurbishment the Liberty Square Riverboat attraction as well as some portions of Tom Sawyer's Island reopened this week at the Magic Kingdom following a complete track replacement in the Rivers of America. Disney recently shared a behind the scenes video that shows how the giant three-story boat was moved from its maintenance area behind the Magic kingdom back to its on-stage dock, which you can check out here.

6. Disney Springs Hotels offering deep discounts this spring

Disney Springs Resort area hotels are offering deep discounts on hotel stays from now through June 18, 2021 with rates as low as $76 per night. Guests wanting to take advantage of these low rates can book a stay now through March 28, 2021. You can learn more about these deals at the official Disney Springs hotel page here.

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Managing editor of Theme Park Tourist and dark ride enthusiast. Amanda is a lifelong theme parks fan who lives just outside Orlando. When she’s not booking FastPass+ reservations, standing in a queue or eating the latest specialty cupcake, you can find her watching a Marvel movie, reading a book (probably by Neil Gaiman) or singing along to showtunes in her car. Contact: [email protected]