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Welcome, foolish mortals… it’s time for the first look inside the Haunted Mansion Parlor onboard Disney Cruise Line’s new ship, the Disney Treasure! What to Expect When Visiting the Haunted Mansion Parlor on the Disney Treasure The Haunted Mansion Parlor serves up spirited craft cocktails in a frightful lounge that resembles a first-class drawing room you would see on a classic cruise liner. And this one-of-a-kind lounge draws inspiration from the original Haunted Mansion, with a nautical twist, where guests are invited to the ghostly realm of a jovial sea captain and his strange, but captivating fiancé. Details to Discover in the Haunted Mansion Parlor on the Disney Treasure The Haunted Mansion Parlor is full of eerie experiences and design elements, including portraits that shift to reveal secrets of the captain and his bride-to-be, a mysterious aquarium with ghostly fish, and more frightfully fun details to discover. If you look near the fireplace, you’ll spot a statue of celebrated Disney Imagineer Rolly Crump that includes several tributes to his idea for a “Museum of the Weird,” including a melting face that resembles the “Candle Man,” his very first idea for the museum. And, a ghost may even follow you home on your voyage … The Haunted Mansion Parlor mirror will offer a frightening surprise when the famous hitchhiking ghosts mysteriously appear in the frame. Specialty Merchandise for Haunted Mansion Parlor on the Disney Treasure For those of you with a home aesthetic which, ahem, screams “haunted ship,” you’re in luck! The Haunted Mansion Parlor will also offer exclusive merchandise, from commemorative mugs inspired by The Mariner and the captain’s fiancé to a nostalgic Haunted Mansion clock. These are all perfect keepsakes for Haunted Mansion fans you can take home from the parlor. Keep an eye on the Disney Park Blog today for more photos from on board the Disney Treasure! The post Disney Treasure First Look: Haunted Mansion Parlor Materializes appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

When going to the Disney parks every day for our job, there are a few things we know about; one of those is how important the bag you bring with you is! Magic Kingdom We have tried several park bags from belt bags to backpacks. Our goal is to have that knowledge to share with our readers to make your trip easier. We recently tried out a new bag that is very affordable and we can’t wait to tell you about it. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Before we dive in, if you don’t have Amazon Prime, do yourself a favor and try our FREE trial by clicking below! We were on the hunt for a new park bag to carry that is light, but large enough to hold the essentials that we need. We found this Nylon Crescent Crossbody Bag on Amazon and gave it a try. The crescent bag is made of durable and soft nylon fabric, water-resistant, and lightweight. The body of the bag is crescent-shaped, foldable, and easy to clean — which we love. The Crescent Bag Here’s what we loved about this bag when we tried it: It’s compact and soft enough that it doesn’t give you a lot of bulk for just needing to carry around the essentials. It will be a reliable option to hold the bare minimum for a parkgoer and maybe an extra or two, but if you don’t like to carry a lot around with you this could work perfectly! It is a great alternative to a belt bag, which is slightly smaller than this one. It shipped in this box This bag has an adjustable shoulder strap and a durable zipper. The adjustable shoulder strap allows you to adjust the length you need to match your daily needs. The durable and smooth zipper keeps the bag perfectly closed and prevents your everyday essentials from falling out. We already appreciate the size You can choose between 19 different colors! We were able to load this bag up! A few of our favorite items we brought were sunscreen, our reusable utensil set, tissues, and more. All of this fit inside! Here are some honest things we would change about the bag. Our reporter is used to carrying around a backpack so they found themselves pulling it up over their shoulder. We also wish it did have the capacity to hold more than just a larger inside compartment and two small card slip pockets, so if you are used to bringing A LOT of extras with you to the park, this might not be for you. Large inside pocket Is this a need for a trip? Our reporter says “Absolutely”! This is perfect for someone looking to toss a few cards, keys, and a light wallet. It’s also a great option to carry with you around at EPCOT festivals because it is large enough to fit those taller booklets into with ease. When asked if it made her trip to the park easier, she said ” Sure did, while it wasn’t my favorite. I would totally take it out with me again. It’s a very casual companion that you could rely on to keep your items safe for you, while still being able to dress it up or down as an outfit accessory. It was small enough for a light traveler to get a great value out of.” See how much fits! In summary, if you like to minimize what you bring with you to the parks, this is a great option. We loved the style and the different color options making it easy to find one to go with your park outfits. If you tend to bring more than just the basics with you to the park, this might not be for you. Adjustable strap! For under $15, it is definitely worth the money and you can give it a try for yourself! Shop on Amazon Be sure to follow us at DFB for more deals on all things Disney-related! We update our Amazon Storefront daily with the latest items. Need More Disney Deals? Check Out Our Amazon Storefront!The post We Tested Out a New Viral Park Bag and You Can Go Ahead and Thank Us Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The holidays are around the corner, and that means that our wallets are about to be a little angry with us for the gift-giving we’re about to do. The EPCOT tree has arrived! But it’s totally worth it, even if we’re also buying ourselves some items along the way. If you’re looking to snag some deals this holiday season though, there are some items ON SALE right now that you won’t want to miss — some of you may even say you can’t afford to NOT buy them! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The Most Controversial Footwear Just Got Better ©Amazon Crocs are quite a controversial topic when it comes to footwear, but especially footwear in Disney World. If you’re a big fan of them though, and/or you adore Toy Story, then now is the perfect time to grab the Pixar Toy Story Classic Clog Crocs! These are truly adorable, and it’s the lowest price they’ve been in nearly a month, so that’s a win to us. Add it to your cart! Perfect For Your Next Dinner Party! ©Amazon If you enjoy hosting dinner parties or get-togethers at your home, then impress your friends and family with the adorable Disney Mickey Mouse Head Shaped Cheese Board and Knife Set! And the knives they come with are highly rated and versatile to help with any situation you may need them for. Check it out here! The LEGO Set ALL Little Mermaid Fans Need! ©Amazon Who says adults can’t build LEGO sets? Not us! If you know someone who loves The Little Mermaid, then now is the time to grab them the impressive The Little Mermaid Royal Clamshell LEGO Set. It’s over 1,800 pieces and has multiple different characters to really bring it all to life. Grab it here! We’ll be here all holiday season long to help guide you along the best gifts to buy, ways to navigate the busy Disney parks, and everything in between, so stay tuned to DFB! Check out our Amazon Storefront for more of our favorite Disney deals and items!The post Disney Adults Are Racing to Amazon for This 40% Off Souvenir first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re getting some big additions in EPCOT next year! Spaceship Earth at EPCOT Test Track will reopen with an entire new theme and look, and a brand-new lounge is coming to Spaceship Earth. We can’t wait to check out that new dining space, but as Disney fans, our team has some demands about what we’d like to see included! Themed Drinks First of all, our team requests that the Spaceship Earth lounge will have a menu filled with super cool themed drinks. We’d especially love one of them to be something smoky called “Rome Burning” — you can’t have a Spaceship Earth lounge and NOT pay homage to the ride’s most iconic scent! ©Disney In fact, let’s make all the drinks themed to the ride! We could have “Thank the Phonecians” and the “Grand and Miraculous” cocktail and even the “Faceless Newsboy” or the “Foxy Scientist.” Ideas abound! EPCOT Music Every good restaurant has a chill soundtrack that really sets the vibe for the space, and with the Spaceshp Earth lounge, it’s really a no-brainer. We NEED to hear all our favorite tunes from EPCOT days past. There better be some “Universe of Energy” moments and bopping to “Veggie, Veggie, Fruit, Fruit.” Kitchen Kabaret Seriously, at this point we’ve got nearly five decades of ride soundtracks to pull from, and if Disney was able to make a whole fireworks show themed to old EPCOT music, then they can certainly pull out the best tunes for the restaurant. We promise you people would go feral for the Tapestry of Nations music. Nods to Old EPCOT And speaking of nods to old EPCOT, this is a chance for the Imagineers to absolutely ball out. We’re talking old animatronics, concept art from gone attractions, hidden details in the carpet…really anything that allows us to have a little EPCOT history scavenger hunt during our meal. EPCOT This lounge could totally pay homage to the EPCOT of the 80s, and people would flock there just to feel the nostalgia. We seriously can’t wait to see what Disney does with the space. As Many Spaceship Earth-Shaped Things as Possible Included in that decor is bound to be quite a few geodesic spheres…it’s a cool look! We’d love to see the pattern in the carpet, on the walls, and we’d especially love Spaceship Earth-inspired chandeliers. It would be incredible! Throw in some Spaceship Earth food while you’re at it! Seriously, depending on how cheesy we want to get here, we could have Spaceship Earth throw pillows, coasters, menus, windows, really anything. It could be truly unique! Really Good Food Of course, here at DFB, one of our biggest priorities for this new lounge is the menu! EPCOT is known for its wide variety of cuisine, and while some places around the park are beloved, others are not. You know what we want from the Spaceship Earth lounge if it’s not too much to ask? A really solid, delicious menu with hopefully affordable prices. Lounge spread at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto A really reliable place to get small plates and just chill out with friends in the middle of a long park day would be lovely. Even though there are other lounges around the park, this one could stand out as the place where anybody can go — a lounge for the people! Dame Judi Dench And finally, our last request is simple. No trouble here at all, really. In fact, it’s a positively easy request to grant. We just want Dame Judi Dench, the voice of Spaceship Earth, to be hanging out in the lounge at all times, ready to share a meal with us at a moment’s notice. Sounds delightful, right? ©The Irish News So there you have it! All of our completely reasonable demands for the new Spaceship Earth lounge coming to EPCOT. We can’t wait to check it out! Click Here to Learn More About the Spaceship Earth Lounge! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you want to see in the new lounge? Tell us in the comments! The post “If They Don’t Have Rome Burning I Will Cry.” Disney Fans Have 6 Demands for EPCOT’s New Spaceship Earth Lounge first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Welcome aboard the world-Famous Disney Parks Blog! My name is Khia and I’ll be your guide, captain and cruise director for the next few hundred words as we set our sights on the newly minted eighth wonder of the world, Skipper Society aboard the Disney Treasure! Oooooo, ahhhhh. [Pause for applause] Maybe I’ll point out some of my favorite plants, or ocean waves! Inspired by the iconic Disney Parks Jungle Cruise attraction, Skipper Society honors the trusty, dry-witted skippers that turn each voyage at Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort and Tokyo Disneyland into a hilarious adventure. The Experience at Skipper Society on the Disney Treasure While sipping from a clever craft cocktail menu or sampling a signature waffle treat, guests will hear an array of Disney Parks music, including spiels from beloved Jungle Cruise attractions around the world… like, the backside of water! O2H! O2H! Design of the New Skipper Society on the Disney Treasure The venue sits beneath a canopy of tropical foliage and is decked out with camp-style furnishings in natural colors. You can find references to the famous attraction throughout the space, from whimsical parrot-shaped chandeliers to postcards brought back from travels abroad. And fun fact: the green and red tones depicted on the walls of Skipper Society are exact color matches to the Jungle Cruise attraction marquee at Disneyland. Visit the Skipper Society on the Disney Treasure So, to all my fellow Jungle Skipper aficionados, make sure to visit DisneyCruise.com to check out the itineraries for the Disney Treasure and see how you can experience this special cruise … a Disney cruise that is! Cheers to the many exciting adventures awaiting onboard the Disney Treasure! We hope to sea you there. The post Disney Treasure First Look: Welcome to Skipper Society appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

There are a lot of opportunities in Disney World to sit down, have some good food, and just RELAX. The Cake Bake Shop We love those longer dinners at places like Victoria & Albert’s at the Grand Floridian, Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya in EPCOT, and California Grill at the Contemporary. However, is there anything MORE chill than a nice afternoon tea? Well, Disney World hasn’t had an afternoon tea offering in QUITE a while (the Grand Floridian Garden View Tea Room never reopened after 2020), but now it has one again! So come with us as we check out the NEW afternoon tea at The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers at the BoardWalk! At The Roses of Gold Afternoon Tea at The Cake Bake Shop, you get a dedicated server that will show you the list of teas you can choose from — and you can try as many as you like. These teas have been “meticulously curated” in collaboration with Dammann Frères. FANCY. You’ll also get a selection of homemade cones and the Roses of Gold tray, which is decked out with various desserts and finger sandwiches. The entire experience is $95 per adult and $65 per cheap. So what’s it like? Time for tea! We also want to mention that you can opt for gluten-free snacks, including bread for the finger sandwiches, PLUS there’s a brownie that’s made in a special pan so that EVERY PIECE IS AN EDGE PIECE. Y’all — BRILLIANT. There are some vegan options, but they’re limited and are mostly just salads. Welcome to Afternoon Tea We chose two teas which we were told were popular options, as well as the Breakfast Blend. Like we said, though, you can drink as much tea as you want (or at least as much as your bladder can handle), although you can only have two teapots on the table at any given time. The L’Oriental is a green tea with the aromas of passionfruit, peach, and strawberry. It was wonderfully light and bright. It was herbaceous right at the front of our noses, too. We loved it, especially after adding a bit of fresh honey to sweeten it up. L’Oriental The Carcadet Nuit d’été (fruit tea) was GORGEOUS. It’s a fruit infusion tea with hibiscus, apple, rosehip peel, raspberry, strawberry, and cream aromas. It had this beautiful burgundy color and was wonderfully fruity. There was a hint of tartness, but it wasn’t strong. Also, note that this is a naturally decaffeinated tea. This was the standout tea for us. Carcadet Nuit d’été The Breakfast Blend is a black tea blend of Ceylon, Darjeeling, and Assam teas. As its name suggests, it’s the perfect tea for breakfast if you’re waking up in the morning and need to get your day started. It’s very good and spot on for its name and flavors. Breakfast Blend The Anichai is a black tea flavored with ginger, cloves, red berries, and cardamon. It’s got a woodland cinnamon flavor to it. Our server called it “Christmas in a cup,” and you know what? We agree! It’s like apple cider but without the apple. It’s got a very festive flavor. However, it’s not very sweet, so you might want to add some sugar or honey. Anichai Let’s talk about the food. The Orange Cranberry Scone was DELIGHTFUL. We’re just going to admit that we DEVOURED this thing. It was so buttery and moist — it just melted in the mouth. Orange Cranberry Scone The orange zest was subtle and offered a nice hint of taste which paired really well with the cranberries. Y’all. This could be the best scone we’ve ever had. So buttery The scones are served with traditional Clotted Cream (YUM), as well as European Salted Butter and The Cake Bake Shop’s Pixie Jelly pioxithat we love so much. Jelly, Butter, and Clotted Cream Okay, let’s talk about the tray. The tea tray has two of each offering of sandwiches, treat bars, and a special tea cake you can ONLY get with the Afternoon Tea. Note there were two of us at this experience, and so we got one of each treat. If you have more people at your table, you’ll get extra treats to accommodate them. Our server also explained if you’re doing the experience solo, you’ll get a smaller amount on your tray with one of each. For three or more people, you’ll get multiple trays. The tray Okay, we’ll start with the sandwiches. The Egg Salade was so nice (and also, we have to give a shot out for the incredible bread on all the sandwiches — it’s so airy and light). It was light on the mayo, so it wasn’t super runny. It also had a nice texture with a crunch provided by a bit of celery. Egg salade The Chicken Salade was extraordinary. It’s a chicken salad with grapes in it plus LOTS of chicken and a nice crunch. It was also nice and light, and again, we loved that bread. Chicken Salade The Salmon Sandwich was lovely. It’s smoked salmon that’s nice and fresh and a bit on the salty side. The sandwich had a nice creaminess to it. Salmon The Herbed Goat Cheese with Thinly Sliced Cucumber was also so nice. It had a great crunch and the goat cheese added a lovely light creaminess and flavor. Honestly, we thought all four sandwiches were a win. Herbed Goat Cheese with Thinly Sliced Cucumber One reporter thought the Lemon Bar was so wonderfully tart, but also sweet and it melted in the mouth. However, our other reporter didn’t like it and said it tasted like something that had just come out of the wash. The Blackberry Jam Crumble was something we both agreed on. The base was buttery and crumbled just enough without being too messy. The raspberry was also that wonderful pixie jam that is made fresh here, which offers a nice balance of tart and sweet. The Magic Bar…well, this one didn’t do it for us. It had a nice texture and was soft, plus it wasn’t messy. But it has walnuts, and if you don’t like walnuts, this might not do it for you. Sweet treats The Truffle was incredible. It was so creamy on the inside with a wonderful dark chocolate flavor that wasn’t too heavy. We also thought it was a nice size. The Tea Cake was delicious and reminds us of why we will gladly pay $22 for slices of cake at this restaurant. It was light and airy and had more of that pixie jam in the middle, which just made it even better. The French Macarons were also great: one was champagne, while the other was rose. They had a nice texture when you bit into them. The champagne flavor had a nice whipped feeling. But both were light and wonderful. We will say these aren’t the best macarons we’ve ever had, though, but we enjoyed them enough. More sweet treats Overall, we think this is a great experience for a special occasion. There are other teas outside of Disney World that are comparable for less money, but we cannot stress how impeccable the service is at The Cake Bake Shop, which makes the experience just that much more magical. For us, we’d say it was worth it.  Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Would you be interested in this Afternoon Tea option in Disney World? Why or why not? Share with us in the comments! The post Is the Cake Bake Shop Afternoon Tea in Disney World Worth It? Let's Find Out! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Being a Disney World Annual Passholder comes with several perks. Annual Passholder Magnet Annual Passholders receive exclusive discounts on dining and shopping, along with free souvenirs throughout the year, such as magnets. It’s lots of fun to be a Disney World Annual Passholder, so you can take advantage of these perks! Since we’re nearing the holidays, Disney has added two new fun souvenirs that you can grab soon, so don’t miss out on these exclusive items. A few days ago, Christmas came early with a fun package from Disney in the mail for Annual Passholders. You may have found an envelope featuring FOUR new recipe cards and four new baking stencils! Here’s a peek at the recipe cards! We were so excited to get our early holiday present that we were so surprised to find out MORE was on the way! Starting on December 8th through December 18th, Annual Passholders can stop by Creations Shop at EPCOT for ANOTHER baking set. This time, your set will be Snow White-themed and will feature the apple pie recipe from Whispering Canyon Cafe and TWO new baking stencils! ©Disney But that’s not all! Also, on December 8th through December 18th, Passholders can also stop by Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to get an exclusive Lion King postcard! The postcard features artwork by Nikkolas Smith, and it’s inspired by the upcoming movie Mufasa: The Lion King. ©Disney Both of these items require Annual Passholders to have valid theme park reservations to enter the park or head there after 2PM or on a Good-to-Go day. You must have a valid proof of your Annual Pass (MagicBand+, pass card, or linked to your My Disney Experience app) and a photo ID. Annual Pass Christmas is here for Annual Passholders! Don’t miss out on grabbing these exclusive items this holiday season. It’s time to start baking those holiday treats with your new Disney recipes and baking stencils. For more Disney news, keep following DFB! I Can’t Wait To Use My Annual Passholder Discount for an EXPENSIVE Disney Hotel Upgrade Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you an Annual Passholder? Let us know in the comments! The post 2 NEW Annual Passholder Souvenirs Announced for Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s almost time to set sail with the Disney Treasure! ©DisneyCruiseLine Set to take its maiden voyage on December 21st, 2024, the Disney Treasure is just about ready to join the Disney Cruise Line fleet. As a sister ship to the Disney Wish, the Disney Treasure will be home to several amazing experiences that we’ve seen before, but it will also feature a brand-new restaurant that is a must-visit for hardcore Marvel fans! The Disney Treasure will be home to some familiar dining spots, like the 1923 restaurant and Worlds of Marvel restaurant, as well as the new Plaza de Coco restaurant. However, we can’t help but be extra excited for the brand-new Marvel Celebration of Heroes: Groot Remix, which will be part of the Worlds of Marvel restaurant. ©Disney Like the other ships in the fleet, the Disney Treasure will boast the Disney Cruise Line’s rotational dining system, which allows passengers to rotate between three sit-down dining restaurants alongside their servers. The Disney Treasure’s itineraries are a week-long, meaning passengers will get multiple experiences from certain restaurants like Worlds of Marvel. The superhero-themed restaurant offers Avengers: Quantum Encounter and will also offer Marvel Celebration of Heroes: Groot Remix as an additional experience! ©Disney This brand-new dining experience is a Disney Treasure exclusive and involves an on-screen surprise party quest for Rocket Raccoon. Diners will get to listen to an “Awesome Mix” from the Guardians of the Galaxy movies while they answer Marvel trivia questions, making this a very interactive experience. We were invited to get a first look at the Worlds of Marvel restaurant, and we have so much to share! Let’s head inside! The dining room is dark and cozy, with tons of Avengers details. Here’s a look inside The Quantum Core Souvenir Sipper (also seen on the Disney Wish) has made its way to the Disney Treasure, too! How cool! Speaking of souvenir sippers, we also got a first look at the Pym Particle Enlarged Coke Can sipper! We can’t wait to sip our fancy drinks from this oversized reusable sipper. How fun! Pym Particle Enlarged Coke Can From savory dishes to sweet treats, we got a preview of all kinds of fun new menu items! YUM! Now, let’s talk dessert. Disney shared a preview of THREE sweet treats, and we can hardly pick a favorite. We can’t wait to give these dishes a try — stay tuned for our review! Look at all these fancy FOODS! Here’s a closer look at one of the entrees that will be served at Worlds of Marvel. That Salmon dish is plated so nicely! Salmon We also got a closer look at the Wellington dish, complete with a flaky outer layer and a rich duxelles center. Is anyone else suddenly hungry?! Wellington We can’t wait for this experience to open up to passengers! In the meantime, continue to follow us right here at DFB for all the latest Disney Treasure updates! FIRST LOOK: The Disney Treasure Has Arrived in NEW YORK! What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Explore Disney’s Mega Cruise Ship – The Wish A Full List of What You CAN’T Bring on a Disney Cruise These Are the BEST Times to Book Your Disney Cruise The Best Ways to SAVE SPACE in Your Tiny Cruise Cabin 10 Things You NEED on Your Next Cruise (That You Won’t Think to Pack!) What It’s Like to Live on a Cruise Ship for 6 Months Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Do you think this new dining experience lives up to the hype? Let us know in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney to attend the Disney Treasure Christening. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post NEW LOOK: Worlds of Marvel Restaurant on the Disney Treasure Cruise Ship first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s time to come aboard Disney Cruise Line’s new ship, the Disney Treasure! Before it sets sail on its inaugural voyage out across the sea, chart a course for the very first photos of the majestic new vessel. You’re among the first to see where all Disney Cruise guests begin their vacation: the Grand Hall, or as we like to think of it – our palace on the seas. The Grand Hall embodies the ship’s theme of adventure and draws on real-world influences from Asia and Africa, as well as the enchanting land of Agrabah from the Walt Disney Animation Studios film, “Aladdin.” Disney Details Found in the Grand Hall on the Disney Treasure True to Disney Cruise Line tradition, the Disney Treasure features a unique character statue that brings the ship’s theme to life. At the heart of the Grand Hall is a life-size bronze statue of Aladdin, Princess Jasmine and Magic Carpet, right at the base of the grand staircase. Surrounding this iconic statue, are even more details found throughout the Grand Hall that are inspired by “Aladdin” and represent the film’s spirit of adventure. Nearby the statue, you’ll spot the magic lamp. The Grand Hall’s intricate carpet evokes the fountain in Jasmine’s courtyard and also features animals you’ll see in the film including Aladdin’s mischievous monkey sidekick Abu, Jasmine’s birds, the golden scarab beetle, and more. Entertainment Experiences in the Grand Hall on the Disney Treasure The Grand Hall also becomes a dynamic theater that offers incredible entertainment experiences, character encounters and interactions with special storytellers – the Treasure “Sea”kers – who perform short retellings of classic Disney stories. Just like onboard the Disney Treasure, the Grand Hall is just the beginning of our adventure through the ship today! Stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for more details about the new spaces onboard, and head to DisneyCruise.com to learn more about upcoming itineraries on the Disney Treasure! The post Disney Treasure First Look: Experience the Grand Hall appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, it is already time to think about holiday shopping. ©Amazon While Black Friday is traditionally the Friday after Thanksgiving, many stores and websites decide to hold a week-long celebration. This year, Black Friday Week kicks off on Amazon starting November 21st and runs until November 29th. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. To take advantage of this year’s deals, you will want to have an Amazon Prime account; if you don’t already have one, you can snag a free trial below! This year, we can expect deals on Loungeflys, LEGO sets, Disney World park essentials, Disney-themed Christmas gifts, and so much more! While the sale has not officially started, four of our favorite Disney items are on sale now ahead of Amazon’s Black Friday Week! ©Amazon Shop this Mickey and Friends Loungefly for 43% Off! ©Amazon Loungefly backpacks are a super popular bag option for Disney World. This Loungefly is so bright and features Mickey along with the rest of the Sensational Six. It even has an ear holder pouch to keep your ears safe! Shop Now on Amazon Snag this Groot LEGO Set On Sale Now! ©Amazon I am Groot! This Groot LEGO set is 20% off and includes a buildable Groot in a flower pot, three different nameplates to attach to the pot, and accessories like headphones, sunglasses, and extra leaves. View on Amazon Grab this Frogg Toggs Poncho for 35% Off! Frogg Toggs Poncho It is no secret that it rains a lot in Disney World, especially during the summer months. Don’t be caught off guard; make sure to pack a poncho before your trip. Trust us; it is essential for Disney World! We like this Frogg Toggs poncho because it is breathable, packable, and 100% waterproof. Shop on Amazon Shop Bitzee, the Interactive Digital Toy! Bitzee Looking for Disney toys to gift this Christmas? Check out the Bitzee! This interactive toy has 30 digital Disney friends, and you can unlock characters like Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Moana, Lightning McQueen, Dory, and more! You can snag it for 20% off on Amazon now! View on Amazon Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog as we will be constantly checking Amazon throughout the week for all the best Disney Black Friday Week deals! Shop Our Black Friday Amazon Storefront! The post We Know What Every Disney Adult Will Be Buying From Amazon November 21st first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are SO many incredible restaurants throughout Disney World — but if you ask us, some of the BEST are hiding at the hotels. Wings, Noodles, Dumplings, and Broccolini at ‘Ohana Sure, you’ve heard about ‘Ohana and Sanaa, Chef Mickey’s, and California Grill, but, what about those restaurants that aren’t often mentioned as the best? Does it mean they’re not worth checking out? Quite the opposite, actually, and that’s why we’re here to tell you about the BEST hidden hotel restaurant in Disney World. Over near Disney Springs, you’ll find Disney’s Old Key West Resort — the very first Disney Vacation Club property. It’s a severely underrated resort that’s themed around the Florida Keys, with tropical vibes and atmosphere to match. But, it’s also home to a severely underrated restaurant that we don’t think enough people talk about: Olivia’s Cafe! Olivia’s Cafe This Table Service restaurant serves up classic American fare and items inspired by the Florida Keys like Conch Fritters, Blackened Mahi Mahi Tacos, and a Key Lime Pie for dessert during lunch and dinner. You can also find a delicious breakfast here, too, featuring Banana Bread French Toast among the offerings. This beachy, breezy, casual restaurant at Disney’s Old Key West Resort offers yummy dishes and a family atmosphere that anyone’s bound to love. Olivia’s Cafe Brunch Spread Olivia’s is also famous for their Savory Hushpuppies served with honey butter and their Southernmost Fried Chicken — which is served with a choice of eggs, Olivia’s Breakfast Potatoes, and a biscuit or mashed potatoes, southern gravy, a biscuit, and seasonal vegetables — depending on whether you’re joining for brunch or dinner! Southernmost Buttermilk Chicken Oh, and did we mention that Olivia’s is one of the few Disney World restaurants that not only serves brunch — but serves it every single day?! That’s right — when you can find a true “brunch” around Disney World, it’s often only available on the weekends. But, no matter what day you visit Olivia’s, you can get brunch as long as you book a reservation before 11AM — that’s when lunch/dinner kick in. Olivia’s Cafe This restaurant really does feel like you’ve been transported to the Keys — the atmosphere is warm and bright, beachy and cozy, and there’s a real family vibe to the place. This is clearly evidenced by the hundreds of photos lining the walls of the entrance — of real, DVC member family photos from throughout the years. Old Key West was Disney’s first Vacation Club property, and that gives it a real family-friendly, neighborhood vibe. If you ask us, it’s one that’s worthy of a stop no matter what time of day you visit! Prime Rib There are SO many incredible restaurants hiding around the Disney World hotels — Olivia’s is just one of our favorites! Consider booking a reservation there on your next trip if you love southern coastal eats, good vibes, and a great atmosphere. In the meantime, we’ll be on the lookout for the latest news and more from Disney World — stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog so you don’t miss a thing! The Best (and Worst) Disney World Hotel Restaurants Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide The Best Magic Kingdom Restaurants The Best EPCOT Restaurant Restaurants The Best Hollywood Studios Restaurants The Best Animal Kingdom Restaurants The Best Disney Springs Restaurants Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you eaten at Olivia’s Cafe? Tell us in the comments. The post This Is the Best HIDDEN Hotel Restaurant in Disney World, and You Can't Convince Me Otherwise first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s FINALLY time for your BIG Disney World trip…. But are you AWARE of the vacation purchases that’ll become more of a PROBLEM rather than a SOLUTION? You don’t want these in your way! Because we’ve got the biggest Disney World money wasters gathered up and ready to EXPOSE today, on DFB Guide. Check out our video below: 9 Things That Are NOT Worth Your Money at Disney World  Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more theme park news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW When are you going to Disney World next? Tell us in the comments. The post DFB Video: 9 Things That Are NOT Worth Your Money at Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s finally happening! We’ve been given the opportunity to see the Disney Treasure, the newest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet. The Disney Treasure We’ve been able to give you a first look at the Coco dining experience aboard the ship, as well as get a peek inside the ship’s THREE lounges, including the one we’re most excited about, Haunted Mansion Parlor. We even saw the ship’s christening (a VERY special occasion). But let’s talk about rooms. We previously gave looks at one of the ship’s staterooms, as well as the EPCOT-inspired Tower Suite, but now we’re going to bring you along to get a first look at the Lion King concierge suites. Looking to book a cruise on the Disney Treasure? Let our friends at Small World Vacations help you! Their services are totally free and they’ll take all the headaches out of planning your cruise. First off, we’d like to thank our friends at Small World Vacations for sharing this first look at these concierge rooms with us. We’re going to have to say that if you love The Lion King, you’re going to LOVE these rooms. For starters, the room numbers on the doors have a little Simba on them. ©Small World Vacations Here’s a look at the bed in the suite. Look at the cute towel animal on the bed! It’s a giraffe! Also, we’re impressed because making a giraffe out of a towel CAN’T be easy! The overall colors of the room are neutrals, too, which are reminiscent of The Lion King. ©Small World Vacations The mural above the bed is GORGEOUS. It depicts Pride Rock and all the animals coming to it. ©Small World Vacations There are so many great details, too, in the room. Take a peek at the video below. We love how all the details are inspired by African colors and art. We’re not done showing you EVERYTHING the Disney Treasure has to offer. We’ve got SO much more to share with you! So stay tuned to DFB for more. FIRST LOOK INSIDE a Stateroom Aboard the Disney Treasure DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO What do you think of these rooms? Will you be booking a cruise on the Disney Treasure? Let us know in the comments! The post FIRST LOOK at Lion King Concierge Rooms On The Disney Treasure first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We are in New York City for the christening ceremony and media preview of Disney’s newest cruise ship, the Disney Treasure! Disney Treasure ©Disney The Christening Spectacular happened last night, and today, we are going ONBOARD the ship! We are getting a first look at this brand-new cruise ship, and, of course, we are bringing you all along with us. As part of our tour, we got to see the beautiful rooms onboard the Disney Treasure. Now, if we could just figure out how to convince someone to let us live on the ship full-time…anyway, let’s take a look at the staterooms. ©Disney We stopped by a Verandah Stateroom. In total, the Disney Treasure has 1,256 staterooms, and of those, there are 948 verandah staterooms. Verandah staterooms are outside staterooms and have been designed with families in mind, complete with upscale amenities. ©Disney When designing these staterooms, Disney stated that their goal was to “strike an inviting balance between modern design and nostalgic charm with a fresh, natural color scheme and custom artwork that will entice guests to peer beyond their staterooms into fantastical worlds from heartwarming Disney adventures.” ©Disney The rooms are cozy and comfortable. Families will enjoy their stay in one of these rooms, even if they end up spending more time outside of it enjoying everything the ship has to offer. ©Disney Be sure to take some time to enjoy and admire the details you’ll find around these rooms. The artwork and special designs are very impressive and make you feel like you’ve been transported into a Disney story. Each room has plenty of storage space as well as a bathroom, so you’ll have everything you need to enjoy your trip! ©Disney We are getting to experience EVEN MORE onboard the Disney Treasure, including trying some of the food and seeing some of the entertainment. Make sure you stay tuned to DFB for full coverage of the Disney Treasure! Planning a Disney Cruise? Our friends at Small World Vacations have decades of experience planning Disney vacations and can help you put together a trip that is PERFECT for your family! Check Out the Majestic Tomorrow Tower Suite on the Disney Treasure! DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO Which room would be your dream room to stay in on a cruise? Let us know in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney Cruise Line to attend their media preview of the Disney Treasure. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post FIRST LOOK INSIDE a Stateroom Aboard the Disney Treasure first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Come with us aboard the Disney Treasure! ©Disney The newest addition to the Disney Cruise Line fleet, the Disney Treasure, is set to make its maiden voyage on December 21st, 2024 and we’re getting a first look in New York City! The new ship will be home to several different experiences and restaurants such as the AquaMouse and Marvel Celebration of Heroes: Groot Remix including one based on Disney and Pixar’s Coco! Disney invited us to take an early look at the Disney Treasure, including its new Plaza de Coco restaurant! ©Disney Plaza de Coco is set in the town of Coco‘s Santa Cecilia and is part of the ship’s rotational dining. The restaurant will offer two evenings of a dinner entertainment experience in addition to a menu that “draws inspiration from Miguel’s colorful world.” ©Disney The two dining experiences serve up Mexican-inspired fare as well as live entertainment, making guests feel like they are part of the familia. ©Disney The two dining experiences include a family gathering in Mariachi Plaza and a celebration of Dia de los Muertos, where Miguel will reunite with his great-grandparents with the help of his magic guitar. They will also feature two different dinner menus inspired by each experience. ©Disney A unique design detail we spotted was the family Ofrenda, decorated with beautiful flowers and framed photos of past family members. This dining experience is sure to transport guests to the vibrant world of the film, making it an unforgettable experience. ©Disney We’ll continue to keep you posted on all kinds of Disney Treasure updates so stay tuned right here at DFB for all the latest! Come With Us to the Disney Treasure Christening Spectacular in New York City What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Explore Disney’s Mega Cruise Ship – The Wish A Full List of What You CAN’T Bring on a Disney Cruise These Are the BEST Times to Book Your Disney Cruise The Best Ways to SAVE SPACE in Your Tiny Cruise Cabin 10 Things You NEED on Your Next Cruise (That You Won’t Think to Pack!) What It’s Like to Live on a Cruise Ship for 6 Months Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Are you excited to dine at Plaza de Coco? Let us know in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney to attend the media preview for the Disney Treasure. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post FIRST LOOK at Plaza de Coco on the NEW Disney Treasure Cruise Ship! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We are off on an adventure to seek out treasure…well, the Disney Treasure. Disney Treasure ©Disney Yes, we’re getting a chance to check out the newest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, and we are so excited. We are exploring the ENTIRE ship so we can get you all the details about its dining, entertainment, activities, and more. But right now, we’re checking out the ship’s lounges, and YES, that includes the Haunted Mansion-themed lounge EVERYONE is so excited about. So let’s go! Are you ready? Let’s get ready to LOUNGE! We’ll be checking out each of these lounges on our own in a bit, but for now, Disney has shared some sneak peeks and we just couldn’t wait to share them with you! Haunted Mansion Parlor The FIRST lounge we can’t wait to check out is the Haunted Mansion Parlor because we’ve been hyped about this bar since it was first announced. It’s a lounge…themed around the Haunted Mansion. Seriously, what’s not to love? For the first time ever, “Foolish mortals will sip spirited craft cocktails among 999 happy haunts.” So the story goes that the captain who owns the lounge met an untimely end after a “disastrous dinner with his beloved fiancé.” We can’t get over how much it resembles the Haunted Mansion! We really feel like we’ve stepped right into the iconic ride. ©Disney There’s even a Donald Duck chair! ©Disney The atmosphere is so dark and cozy! We know this lounge is going to be extremely popular among passengers on the ship. ©Disney We’re hoping we might get to experience some interactive features in this bar a la Trader Sam’s — but we’ll have to wait and see! ©Disney Stay tuned for our full tour! FULL TOUR of the Haunted Mansion Parlor on the Disney Treasure Cruise Ship Skipper Society Okay, so Skipper Society is OBVIOUSLY dedicated to all things Jungle Cruise, but mostly to Jungle Cruise skippers, because let’s face it — the Jungle Cruise would be NOTHING without them. Expect fun cocktails and lots of puns and “refined nods” to this classic Disney ride. ©Disney We’re getting some serious “Skipper Canteen meets Jungle Cruise” vibes in here. The lounge decor is reminiscent of the Skipper Canteen at Magic Kingdom, but you’ll find LOTS of lush greenery and even awnings that look just like the boats on the Jungle Cruise! ©Disney It looks like in addition to drinks, Skipper Society will also feature some light bites and eats along the way. ©Disney This lounge looks SO fun and we hope the Cast Members who work here are full of punny dad jokes — just like the Skippers on the Jungle Cruise and at Skipper Canteen. ©Disney Oh, and did we mention there will be live music at the Skipper Society?! We can’t wait to hear what kind of tunes will be played here. ©Disney Stay tuned for our FULL TOUR of the Skipper Society lounge! Periscope Pub We love that Disney is embracing 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea and has turned it into a lounge experience. In this lounge, it will seem like you really are UNDER the sea as you sail around in a submarine while drinking craft brews, eating some light bites, and more. Let’s check out Periscope Pub! ©Disney The atmosphere is inspired by a submarine with “19th-century steampunk influences.” There will be “a mysterious window into the mythical depths of the uncharted oceans” spanning the full ceiling! As the name suggests, you’ll even find a periscope or two around here. ©Disney Every single thing in this pub is themed — down to the tap handles! We spy some tentacles, a diver, and a lot of alcohol behind the bar. Periscope Pub will be home to craft beers, cocktails, light bites, and more. ©Disney By the looks of it, there will be screens on the ceiling — designed to look like windows that make you feel like you’re really 20,000 leagues under the sea. Is that a tentacle we spy up there?! ©Disney Stay tuned for our FULL tour of Periscope Pub soon! WHEW! That’s it for now, but we’ll be exploring more of the Disney Treasure soon, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Should You Skip the Rotational Dining on the Disney Treasure Cruise Ship? What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Explore Disney’s Mega Cruise Ship – The Wish A Full List of What You CAN’T Bring on a Disney Cruise These Are the BEST Times to Book Your Disney Cruise The Best Ways to SAVE SPACE in Your Tiny Cruise Cabin 10 Things You NEED on Your Next Cruise (That You Won’t Think to Pack!) What It’s Like to Live on a Cruise Ship for 6 Months Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Are you interested in booking a cruise on the Disney Treasure? Let us know in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney World to attend their media preview of the Disney Treasure. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post See INSIDE 3 NEW Lounges on the Disney Treasure Cruise Ship first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s happening! The Disney Treasure is being christened, and we’re at the official ceremony and getting a FIRST LOOK at the brand-new Disney cruise ship. Disney Treasure ©Disney The Disney Treasure has journeyed to New York City from Meyer Werft Shipyard to Eemshaven, Netherlands, to Port Canaveral, Florida. Now it is in its final steps towards making its maiden voyage on December 21st, 2024. We’re so excited and honored to be part of this special occasion and to bring you the FIRST EVER coverage from the ship. Now, get ready because we’re bringing you with us into the enchanting and adventurous Tomorrow Tower Suite! Disney is taking one of its Florida theme parks to the sea — more specifically, the new Disney Cruise Line ship! The Tomorrow Tower Suite is inspired by EPCOT, specifically the EPCOT’s World Discovery neighborhood (where Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Test Track, and Mission: SPACE are located). You’ll find details embodying the spirit and adventure of tomorrow, innovation, and discovery. Here’s a NEW sneak peek inside the special room. ©Disney As you step inside this beautiful suite, you will immediately find yourself in awe of the brilliant design features and details. It is incredibly dynamic and futuristic while showcasing beautiful EPCOT details. ©Disney Immediately upon entering the room, we spotted our first nod to EPCOT — a Spaceship Earth-inspired light! ©Disney The shared common space is very spacious and elegant. It has a bar, beautiful views, and a gorgeous chandelier. Those triangles remind us of the panels on Spaceship Earth! ©Disney Here’s another preview of the living room. We spotted chrome lights, modern furniture, and lots of natural light. ©Disney Here’s another look at the living room area. The bar looks like it has enough seats for four to five people, and there’s a large TV in front of the floor-to-ceiling windows. ©Disney Next stop: the bathroom! As you can see, this area is just as luxurious as the rest of the suite. ©Disney We love that mosaic tilework behind the spacious soaker tub. Talk about FANCY! ©Disney This suite is GIGANTIC! The almost 2,000 square feet of living space will comfortably sleep eight people. Speaking of sleep, here’s a preview inside one of the bedrooms! Notice that giant closet in the back of the room? ©Disney Yeah…this suite is pretty epic. We love all the little details — there are little tables on either side of the bed and outlets to charge your phone. Plus, we see two reading lights attached to the headboard. How thoughtful! ©Disney This room has a similar design, with some unique, futuristic details. ©Disney We could get used to that view! But don’t worry — those blackout curtains will keep the room nice and dark at bedtime. ©Disney This room might be one of our favorites — look who’s on the ceiling! It’s FIGMENT! Those bunk beds are great for kids, and the room has a nice, big TV for movie night. ©Disney It’s truly amazing what Disney has created aboard this ship and in the Tomorrow Tower Suite. It will be a very special experience to get to stay in this suite. And if you’re ready to take a cruise aboard the Treasure, there are several sailing dates available for 2025. Tomorrow Tower Suite ©Disney Planning a Disney Cruise? Our friends at Small World Vacations have decades of experience planning Disney vacations and can help you put together a trip that is PERFECT for your family! For more Disney news, keep following DFB! The 3 Times to AVOID the AquaMouse on the Disney Treasure Cruise Ship DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO Are you planning a cruise on the Disney Treasure? Let us know in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney Cruise Line to attend their media preview of the Disney Treasure. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post FULL TOUR of the EPCOT-Inspired Tomorrow Tower Suite on the Disney Treasure Cruise Ship first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Let’s SET SAIL! Disney Treasure ©Disney The Disney Treasure is almost ready for its maiden voyage, and we got to check out everything new on the latest addition to the Disney Cruise Line’s fleet, including the HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED new lounge themed to Disney’s ICONIC Haunted Mansion. Last Fall, Disney announced that the Treasure would feature the Haunted Mansion Parlor, a lounge the company said would resemble the first-class drawing room of a classic cruise liner, taking “inspiration” from the original Haunted Mansion with a nautical twist. Haunted Mansion Parlor, Disney Treasure ©Disney They went on to say the space would “immerse guests in the next chapter of the Haunted Mansion saga, bringing this fan-favorite lore to life in a whole new way. The one-of-a-kind experience will be a swinging wake unlike any other, that of a jovial captain who entered the ghostly realm after a disastrous dinner with his beloved fiancé.” Haunted Mansion Parlor, Disney Treasure ©Disney We’re in New York City for the ship’s christening — and a first look at TONS of spots aboard the ship, including the Haunted Mansion Parlor! But first, Disney has shared another sneak peek at this spot and we just had to share it with you! Welcome, foolish mortals — to the Haunted Mansion Parlor! ©Disney We love how much it resembles the ride — especially here at the entrance. ©Disney Here’s a look at the bar, which will feature plenty of hauntingly delicious cocktails, beer, wine, mocktails, and more. ©Disney There’s even an actual Donald Duck chair that it looks like you can actually sit in — which we’ll confirm for ourselves in just a bit. ©Disney It’s incredible how much this parlor truly does resemble the Mansion, even down to the spooky busts! ©Disney It looks like this aquarium is being taken over by a sea monster — perhaps there will be some sort of interactive feature here like you might experience at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Room or Grog Grotto! ©Disney The space doesn’t look small, but it’s certainly not a large area either. We’re expecting the Haunted Mansion Parlor to be pretty popular among Disney Treasure passengers! ©Disney We love how cozy the atmosphere is — it truly looks like you’ve stepped back in time and right into the Haunted Mansion. Stay tuned for our FULL coverage of this space as we get an exclusive look at the Disney Treasure! ©Disney The NEW Haunted Mansion Parlor on the Disney Treasure is truly incredible and we can’t wait to enjoy it when we officially set sail on the Disney Treasure! Stay tuned to DFB for more on the new ship! The Disney Treasure Just Rescued 4 People From a Sinking Boat in Bermuda Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of the Haunted Mansion Parlor? Let us know in the comments below. Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney to attend their media preview of the Disney Treasure. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post FULL TOUR of the Haunted Mansion Parlor on the Disney Treasure Cruise Ship first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re thrilled to announce that three extraordinary Walt Disney Imagineering projects have been selected to receive Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) Thea Awards in 2025! Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea and Zootopia at Shanghai Disneyland have each earned the prestigious Thea Award for Outstanding Achievement – Theme Park Land, marking the first time Imagineering has received two awards in this category in a single year. Additionally, the innovative BDX Droids will receive the Thea Award for Outstanding Achievement – Technical Innovation in 2025, joining its groundbreaking counterpart, Stuntronics Aerial Robotics Technology, which was honored in 2022. Internationally recognized, the Thea Awards acknowledge exceptional achievements in the themed entertainment industry and celebrate the creative teams who bring immersive experiences to life. “Imagineers around the world continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in immersive storytelling, delivering unique experiences and memorable character moments in ways that only Disney can,” said Bruce Vaughn, president and chief creative officer, Walt Disney Imagineering. “I’m so proud of the Imagineers and Cast Members recognized today for their outstanding contributions to our work and the broader themed entertainment industry.” Fantasy Springs Springs at Tokyo DisneySea brings beloved Disney stories to life through incredibly detailed design and immersive environments. As the largest expansion yet at Tokyo Disney Resort, this eighth port transports guests into a magical spring filled with fantasy. Featuring three themed areas inspired by “Frozen,” “Tangled,” and “Peter Pan,” Fantasy Springs combines cutting-edge technology with breathtaking landscapes. Imagineers created an intricate world filled with four new groundbreaking attractions, dining locations, and a beautifully themed hotel, showcasing their dedication to building story-driven environments. Zootopia Zootopia at Shanghai Disneyland invites guests to step into the beloved mammalian metropolis from the Walt Disney Animation Studios film, “Zootopia.” Through state-of-the-art technology and artistic detail, Imagineers have brought Zootopia’s vibrant streets, iconic buildings, and bustling neighborhoods to life with unmatched authenticity. The collaboration between Imagineers and Walt Disney Animation Studios has created a richly detailed world filled with clever nods to both the movie and Disney parks, from a wool-producing “Baaaaa-rber Shop” to crosswalks painted for foxes and mice. Every detail, large and small, is designed to welcome animals (and guests!) of all sizes into the immersive world of Zootopia. BDX Droids The BDX Droids, developed by Walt Disney Imagineering Research & Development and Disney Live Entertainment, represent a breakthrough in robotic technology, delivering an unprecedented level of interactivity and character expression. These free-roaming robots learn to mimic movements in a simulation, bringing Star Wars droids to life with adorable personalities and incredible balance. Most importantly, they bring joy to guests through expressive, character-driven interactions, paving the way for the next generation of themed entertainment by combining innovative technology with heartfelt storytelling. We couldn’t be prouder of the Imagineers and partners who brought these remarkable projects to life — congratulations to all the 2025 Thea Award recipients! With nearly 70 Thea Awards over the past 30 years, Imagineering’s legacy of creativity and leadership in themed entertainment keeps setting the bar for excellence. These awards celebrate our deep commitment to storytelling, innovation, and crafting immersive experiences that transport guests to worlds beyond imagination. The post Imagineering Recognized for Themed Entertainment Excellence: Three Disney Projects Honored with Thea Awards appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

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Okay, it’s finally happening and we’ve been waiting for this day for what seems like FOREVER! Disney Treasure ©Disney We are setting sail on the newest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, the Disney Treasure. Now, there is a LOT to get excited about when it comes to this ship, including the fact that it has the first EVER Haunted Mansion-inspired lounge. But that’s not all, there are also some unique dining experiences, fun activities, and so much more. So come with us as we check it all out! Can’t forget the Hitchhiking Ghosts! ©Disney We also saw a representation of the new Disney The Tale of Moana show coming to the ship among several other drone images! ©Disney To catch everything from the christening, check out the official video below: We’re so excited to get a chance to see the Disney Treasure up close and in person. We’ll be updating this post as we see and experience everything this ship has to offer, so stay tuned to DFB for more. The 3 Times to AVOID the AquaMouse on the Disney Treasure Cruise Ship What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Explore Disney’s Mega Cruise Ship – The Wish A Full List of What You CAN’T Bring on a Disney Cruise These Are the BEST Times to Book Your Disney Cruise The Best Ways to SAVE SPACE in Your Tiny Cruise Cabin 10 Things You NEED on Your Next Cruise (That You Won’t Think to Pack!) What It’s Like to Live on a Cruise Ship for 6 Months Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Have you booked a cruise on the Disney Treasure? What are you looking forward to? Let us know in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney Cruise Line to attend their media preview of the Disney Treasure. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post We’re LIVE on the Disney Treasure Cruise Ship — Come With Us! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We are in New York City to celebrate the christening of Disney Cruise Line’s newest cruise ship, the Disney Treasure! Disney Treasure ©Disney We are bringing you full coverage of this brand-new ship, including a glimpse into the christening ceremony. There were several teases and glimpses of what’s coming to the Disney Treasure during its christening. To see absolutely everything, check out the official video below! The Christening Spectacular is just the beginning though! We will be getting an exclusive, first look inside the new cruise ship. That’s right — we will be boarding the ship and bringing you with us to tour this massive, state-of-the-art cruise ship. We will be getting a peek at the food and beverage (including the Haunted Mansion Parlor!!), experiencing a variety of entertainment offerings, and touring various rooms on board. Haunted Mansion Parlor ©Disney We can’t wait to take you with us tomorrow, November 20th, to see EVERYTHING that the new Disney Treasure has to offer. If you have been thinking about taking a Disney Cruise, make sure you check out our video that covers the right way to plan a Disney Cruise in 2025: The Maiden Voyage of The Disney Treasure will be a seven-night Eastern Caribbean cruise from Port Canaveral, Florida, leaving on December 21st, 2024. Stay tuned to DFB for more news about the Disney Treasure and all your Disney news! Find out EVERYTHING there is to know about the new Disney Treasure cruise ship! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be cruising on the Disney Treasure anytime soon? Let us know in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney Cruise Line to attend their Disney Treasure Christening Spectacular. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post NEWS: Come With Us to the Disney Treasure Christening Spectacular in New York City first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Calling all movie lovers! AMC Theater If you enjoy going to the movie theaters to see new releases, you’re not alone! It’s a fun pastime that we also really enjoy. There’s nothing like a bucket of popcorn, a large drink, sitting back, and relaxing to a new movie. Disney has announced lots of upcoming films debuting this year and the following several years. And now you can officially book tickets for one new live-action film! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Mufasa is a live-action prequel to the ever-popular The Lion King. You will get to see Mufasa, Simba’s father, as a young cub orphaned but taken in by the heir of a royal bloodline. ©Disney The new movie will premiere in theaters on December 20th, 2024, and you can now purchase tickets on Fandango! ©Disney Check out showtimes at a theater near you and purchase your tickets early to ensure you get to see this movie on opening day. We can’t wait to see this new film and be part of the new storyline! Grab Your Tickets Here Recently, Disney released a brand-new trailer for the upcoming movie. You can watch it below to get you excited to see it in person when it gets released to theaters! Moana 2 is releasing soon on November 27th, followed by Mufasa on December 20th. Be sure to get your tickets in advance before they sell out! For more Disney news, keep following DFB! Disney Is Testing Moana’s REAL-LIFE Boat in Hawaii Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you excited to see this new movie? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Tickets On Sale NOW for Disney's 'Mufasa' Movie first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Portable chargers are the best way to stay charged at Disney World! FuelRods are a MUST There are few things more important to a modern Disney World vacation than a smartphone. Between all the functions of the Disney World app and the camera, an iPhone or Android is integral. In turn, that means keeping a phone charged is also integral to a Disney vacation. So, what’s the best portable charger to pick up? Well, we have some thoughts… DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Considering an Amazon Prime subscription? Have a FREE trial: INIU Portable Charger INIU Portable Charger First up, there’s this INIU Portable Charger. This is one of our favorite chargers on the market from a financial value standpoint. This wired charger is packed with power but thin enough to fit in a pocket, wallet, or fanny pack, which makes carrying it around the park much easier than some other bulky charger alternatives. If we could change anything about it, it would probably be a slight adjustment to the power button, as there is a tendency to need to press it often to make sure our phone is charging. Still, this is the most cost-effective, power-packed wire charger you’ll find. VIEW ON AMAZON Anker Magnetic Portable Charger Anker If you’re an iPhone user who doesn’t want a wired charger, this Anker magnetic charger might be what you need. Using Apple’s MagSafe technology, this brick attaches to the back of your phone and charges it completely wirelessly, which makes it especially convenient on Walt Disney World’s many rainy days, when you may not want to have wires and your phone port exposed. However, our one complaint is that the magnet, while strong enough to hold onto the phone, does have a tendency to slip if touched or moved around too much. That said, we love the convenience factor of these magnetic bricks. VIEW ON AMAZON FuelRod FuelRod What can we say about FuelRods? If you’ve been to Walt Disney World in the last decade, you know these chargers. They’re small, portable, and have interchangeable ports to charge any brand of phone. And, the biggest bonus of all is you can exchange them for fully powered ones at kiosks across Walt Disney World property, so you’ll never need to charge it while on your trip. Of course, there is one drawback to FuelRods. They tend to hold less of a charge than many other chargers, so you’ll probably need to exchange your rod a few times during the day in order to keep your phone fully charged. VIEW ON AMAZON These are our three favorite portable charger options for a trip to Walt Disney World. Which one is best? That’s up to you to decide. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney essentials. Speaking of Disney Essentials, Head Over to Our Amazon Storefront for MORE!The post We Compared the BEST Portable Phone Chargers You NEED in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article