From Steve's announcement:
Does anybody know if this includes Gi-Tar Dan? Will we be seeing the character in another area of the park, or will he and his guitar be let go?
DiVine was removed from that site a couple of years ago and a message was added saying "The Living Garden® no longer offers Living Vines." Does anybody know why? Did Disney want her to be exclusive to its parks?
I've found two HMs so far. One is made by a set of hoofprints between BOG and Gaston's Tavern. The other is made by a survey marker and two rocks near Ariel's Grotto.
Addressing the original post about BoG soft openings, this has been posted in the D23 New Fantasyland Preview FAQ:
Can I make reservations for Be Our Guest Restaurant?
Be Our Guest Restaurant will not be serving food or beverages during the Preview events. If you would like to make...
Yes. But CMs must register for a preview in advance, and they must specify the number of guests they're bringing with them. They're allowed to bring up to the number of guests allowed on their maingates.
I've used it, too. It was very easy to use. The only problem I encountered was that the Honest Kids Punch was not listed as an option on the menu. I had to go through the regular line to buy it.
We went last night during the soft opening. We started at the Terra booth (the Chili Colorado was terrific) and went counter-clockwise around the lagoon. We got as far as Belgium before we were too full to go any further. The steamed mussels at Belgium are being made with a new broth this year...
Beginning next year, DVC members can register for a new, complimentary level of D23 membership that appears to be similar to the current Silver level. They will be able to upgrade to the Gold level at a discounted price. Additional details will appear in the next issue of Disney Files Magazine...