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Spring at EPCOT is iconic. The sun is shining, the topiaries are in full bloom, and the Flower & Garden Festival is in full swing. Moana, Maui, HeiHei, and Pua Topiaries But there’s one tiny problem that could potentially throw a wrench in your perfect festival day… and it’s not the crowds or hitting the balance of your Disney gift card. Planning a Disney World vacation? Let our friends over at Small World Vacations help you make it as magical as can be! So what’s the potential problem? Well, we have one word for you: pollen. Lady and the Tramp Topiaries Yup, while the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival is basically a botanical dream come true, for anyone with seasonal allergies, it’s also a floral battlefield. All those gorgeous topiaries and bright blooms? They’re basically launching a full-scale attack on your sinuses. One minute, you’re snapping a picture of that stunning Figment topiary, and the next, you’re sneezing so hard you nearly drop your Toasted Pretzel Bread. Figment Topiaries So, what’s the solution? First things first — don’t forget to take your allergy medicine before you hit the park! Pop that antihistamine like you’re securing a last-minute Lightning Lane for Frozen Ever After. Trust us, your nose will thank you. Also, keep some tissues handy. You never know when a sneeze will creep up and surprise you. Phineas and Ferb Topiaries And if you start feeling the pollen overload mid-day, duck into one of EPCOT’s indoor pavilions (like The Land or the Seas) to give your sinuses a much-needed break. Another great place to sneak away and deal with the sniffles is the restrooms. Our top picks for a quick escape? The bathrooms inside the American Adventure Pavilion, the ones tucked behind Journey into Imagination with Figment, and the halfway point restrooms at Journey of Water — perfect for a little extra privacy! Imagination Pavilion Now we’re not saying you need to gear up like you’re heading into a pollen storm, but a little preparation can go a long way in keeping the sneezes at bay. So pack your allergy meds, grab some tissues, and get ready to smell the roses (without the sniffles). EPCOT’s Flower and Garden Festival is in full bloom from now until June 2, 2025, so be prepared to enjoy all the flowers and all the flavors! We’re always giving you the latest Disney news and trip tips so stay tuned to us here on DFB! 2025 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Booth Menus and Food Photos 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 Do you have any tips for dealing with allergies during an EPCOT festival? We’d love to read about it in the comments! The post There's One Big Problem With the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Well, it’s been another week in Disney World, just basically eating our way around, well, EVERYTHING. Grand Marnier Orange Slush This week saw more Easter snacks popping up (so of course, we’re trying them) PLUS the Easter Egg displays are now up at the hotels (and you should TOTALLY check them out if you’re around). Disney World restaurant menus have changed this week, too, so let’s check out those updates. Magic Kingdom Westward Ho Breakfast REMOVED: Breakfast Biscuit Sandwich with Cheddar Westward Ho EPCOT Le Cellier Entrées – Land & Sea REMOVED: Canadian Black Cod ADDED: Canadian Chinook King Salmon — Petit Potatoes, Vine-ripened Tomatoes, Sauce Vierge for $49 Le Cellier Disney’s Hollywood Studios Hollywood Brown Derby Appetizers REMOVED: Creamy Fennel-Potato Soup, Crab Louie, and Honey-Pear Burrata ADDED: Creamy Corn Bisque — Crab Salad, Saffron Crème Fraîche for $15 ADDED: Sake-braised Pork Belly — Apple-Ginger Purée, Shiitake Mushrooms, Tasso Ham, Shiso for $18 ADDED: House-made Ravioli — English Peas, Carrot Purée, Pickled Alba Mushrooms (Plant-based) for $15 ADDED: Grand Marnier Liqueur-macerated Seasonal Fruit Burrata — Lollo Rosso, Frisée, Caramelized Spiced Pine Nuts, Citrus Vinaigrette for $13 Entrees Filet Mignon description changed from “Cheddar au Gratin, Shaved Brussels Sprout, Pumpkin Purée, Black Garlic Butter, Madeira Demi” to “Potato-Carrot Mash, Spicy Broccoli Rabe, Black Garlic Butter, Madeira Demi Grilled Ōra King Salmon description changed from “Black Rice, Citrus Butter, Sugar Snaps, Crab Bisque” to “Creamed Corn Succotash, Pancetta, Spring Onion Pistou” REMOVED: Chorizo-stuffed Free-Range Chicken Lamb Shank description changed from “Port-braised Lamb, Butternut Squash, Roasted Carrots, Charred Pearl Onion, Mint Yogurt” to “Quinoa-Pea Salad, Paneer Paratha Chips, Mint Yogurt” ADDED: Free-Range Chicken — Scallion-Chorizo Cakes, Roasted Squash, Grilled Peppers, Red Mole Sauce for $40 Enhancements REMOVED: Shrimp Macaroni & Cheese and Sweet Potato Soufflé ADDED: Au Gratin Potato — Black Diamond Cheddar for $12 ADDED: Braised Wild Mushrooms — Shallots, Tarragon, Truffle Butter for $12 Hollywood Brown Derby Tune-In Lounge Specialty Cocktails Dad’s Electric Lemonade changed from $14.50 to $17.50 Dad’s Electric Lemonade Disney’s Animal Kingdom Harambe Fruit Market Beverages Assorted Bottled Beverages changed from $4.99 to $5.29 Harambe Fruit Market Nomad Lounge Allergy-Friendly Small Plate REMOVED: Honey-Chili Glazed Pork Belly ADDED: Pineapple-glazed Pork Belly — Pineapple-glazed Pork Belly with Guajillo Chili Sauce, Chicharrónes, Spice Pickled Vegetable Slaw for $15 Nomad Lounge Tiffins Main Courses Oaxacan Pork Duo changed from $40 to $48 Tiffins Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Sanaa Appetizers Seasonal Salad description changed from “Chermoula Quinoa, Pickled Watermelon Radish, Spice-scented Apricots, Hibiscus Onions, Smoked Pears, Roasted Sweet Potato, Caramelized Pumpkin Seeds, Tamarind Vinaigrette, and Black Sea Salt” to “Chermoula Quinoa, Watermelon Compress, Avocado, Roasted Vine Tomatoes, Caramelized Pumpkin Seeds, and Tamarind Vinaigrette” Entrees REMOVED: Grilled Lamb Chops Grilled New York Strip description changed from “Sweet Plantain Kofta, African Pepper Relish, Peppadew Silk, Asparagus, and Saffron Glass” to “Cauliflower Mash, Rof-marinated Vegetables, Onion Yassa Jam, and Red Pepper Sauce” ADDED: Grilled Lamb Loin — Chermoula-marinated Lamb Loin, Goat Cheese Mealie Cake, Pumpkin Suya, Tamarind Brussels Sprouts, Tomato Chutney, and Red Chili-Honey Yogurt for $37 Sanaa Disney’s Beach Club Resort Martha’s Vineyard Sparkling & Wines REMOVED: B.R. Cohn Silver Label Cabernet Sauvignon, North Coast ADDED: Simi Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley Martha’s Vineyard Cape May Cafe Rosé and Red Wines REMOVED: B.R. Cohn Silver Label Cabernet Sauvignon, North Coast ADDED: Simi Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley Cape May Cafe Beaches and Cream Specialty Shakes REMOVED: Mickey St. Patrick’s Day Milk Shake Beaches and Cream Disney’s Old Key West Resort Gurgling Suitcase Appetizers REMOVED: Shrimp Cocktail and House-made Chips and Dip ADDED: Spinach and Artichoke Dip — Gruyère, Ciabatta, and Lemon for $13 ADDED: Chips and Guacamole — House-made Guacamole, Lime, Chili-Lime Seasoning, and Cilantro for $12 Non-Alcoholic Specialty Offerings REMOVED: Agave Garden and Pink London Spritzer Cocktails REMOVED: Sparkling Hibiscus, Paloma, Rum Swizzle, Raspberry Mojito, Smoked Turkey, Whiskey Breeze, Piña Colada, and Indigo Hibiscus ADDED: Strawberry Daiquiri — with Bacardí Superior Rum for $12.50 Beer, Hard Cider, Hard Seltzer | Draft/Bottle/Can REMOVED: Budweiser, New Belgium Fat Tire, and Truly Wild Berry Hard Seltzer ADDED: Coors Light Lager ADDED: Kona Big Wave Golden Ale – Hawaii Wine REMOVED: Dr. Loosen Dr. L Riesling QBA, Mosel Gurgling Suitcase Olivia’s Cafe Brunch Specialty Cocktails REMOVED: Olivia’s Eye Opener and Bourbon Sweet Tea ADDED: Island Fusion Punch — Mount Gay Eclipse Rum, Minute Maid® Passion Fruit Orange Guava Juice, Pineapple and Lime Juices for $15.50 ADDED: Blackberry-Orange Spritz — Plantation Original Dark Rum, Bols Crème de Banana, Bols Blackberry Brandy, Orange, and Pineapple Juices with a float of Goslings 151 Rum for $16.50 Brunch Entrees REMOVED: Blackened Fish Tacos ADDED: Tuna Poke Bowl — Marinated Tuna, Edamame, Avocado, Cucumber, and Lime with Sriracha Dressing for $22 Brunch Desserts REMOVED: Flan ADDED: Tropical Coconut Cake — Vanilla Cake, Coconut Mousse, Tropical Fruit Gel, and Toasted Coconut Meringue for $10 Wines REMOVED: Dr. Loosen, Dr. L Riesling, Mosel Olivia’s Cafe Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa Citricos First Course Key West Pink Shrimp and Octopus in Huancaína description changed from “Poblano Cachapa Cake, Ají Panca Aïoli, Chupe Broth” to “Corn Cachapa Cake, Ají Panca Aïoli, Chupe Broth” Citricos Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Storybook Dining at Artist Point The Core of the Story Entrées “Cottage” Beef Stroganoff description changed from “Preserved Vegetables, Spätzle, Mushrooms, Sherry Reduction, Parmesan” to “Pappardelle Pasta, Cipollini Onions, Mushrooms, Sherry Reduction, Parmesan, Arugula” REMOVED: Bashful’s Fish of the Day ADDED: Market Fish –Seasonal White Wine Risotto, Prosciutto Gremolata, Romesco Sauce Non-Alcoholic Specialty Drinks Through the Forest changed from $5 to $6.75 Wickedly Refreshing Cocktails The Antidote description changed from “Bacardí Superior Rum, Hickory Smoke, Lime Juice and Ginger Beer” to “Bacardí Superior Rum, Cointreau Liqueur, St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Minute Maid Premium Lemonade, White Cranberry Juice, Desert Pear and Blue Curaçao Syrups, Lemon Foam, Raspberry Sugar” and price changed from $14.50 to $16.50 Alchemy description changed from “Fords Gin, St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Watermelon” to “Aviation Gin, Ginger Beer, Lime Juice, Pure Cane Syrup, Lemon, Lime, Basil, Dehydrated Lavender” Beers ADDED: Angry Orchard Crisp Apple Hard Cider, Cincinnati, OH for $10.75 ADDED: Truly Wild Berry Hard Seltzer, California for $10.75 ADDED: Funky Buddha Florida Hefeweizen, Germany for $9.25 Wines ADDED: Penner-Ash Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley ADDED: Erath Pinot Noir, Oregon ADDED: In Sheep’s Clothing Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington ADDED: Columbia Crest ‘H3’ Merlot, Horse Heaven Hills Storybook Dining at Artist Point Territory Lounge Shareable Bites REMOVED: Salmon Run ADDED: Smoked Trout Fish Dip — Smoked Trout | Chives | Cheddar Gougères for $16 ADDED: Caprese Flatbread — Basil Pesto | Roasted Tomatoes | Fresh Mozzarella Pearls | Prosciutto Crisp | Balsamic Glaze for $18 Beer Budweiser Lager – St. Louis, MO changed from $8 to $9.50 Michelob Ultra Lager – St. Louis, MO changed from $9.75 to $10 Samuel Adams Boston Lager – Boston, MA changed from $11.25 to $12.25 Yuengling Traditional Lager – Pottsville, PA changed from $9.25 to $10 ADDED: Angry Orchard Crisp Apple Hard Cider, Cincinnati, OH for $10.25 ADDED: Funky Buddha Florida Hefeweizen, Germany for $9.25 ADDED: Samuel Adams Seasonal Lager – Boston, MA for $11.25 ADDED: Goose Island Lager, Chicago IL for $11.25 ADDED: Blue Moon Belgian White Ale – Denver CO for 10 Red Wines REMOVED: Erath Pinot Noir, Oregon ADDED: Penner-Ash Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley ADDED: In Sheep’s Clothing Cabernet Sauvingon, Washington ADDED: Columbia Crest ‘H3’ Merlot, Horse Heaven Hills Territory Lounge Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Ale & Compass Restaurant Breakfast Juices & Smoothies REMOVED: Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice Starters REMOVED: Fire-roasted Mozzarella ADDED: Shrimp Rémoulade — Heirloom Tomatoes, Sourdough Crostini, Pickled Mustard Seeds for $18 Salads and Flatbreads Ale & Compass Salad description changed from “Brussels Sprouts, Kale, Butternut Squash, Cranberries, Maple Vinaigrette (Plant-based)” to “Mixed Baby Lettuce, Strawberries, Radishes, Cocoa Soil, Roasted Strawberry Vinaigrette” Main Plates Cheddar Burger description changed from “Applewood-smoked Bacon, Tomato, Avocado, Pickles, Sunny Side Up Egg, Herbed Mayonnaise on a House-made Bun” to “Applewood-smoked Bacon, Tomato, Pickled Avocado, Sunny-side Up Egg, Herbed Mayonnaise on a House-made Bun” Desserts REMOVED: Coffee Milk Crème Brûlée ADDED: Butter Cake — Macerated Berries, Vanilla Ice Cream for $9 Wines by the Glass Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough changed from $15 to $16 Ale & Compass Ale & Compass Lounge Appetizers Ale & Compass Salad description changed from “Brussels Sprouts, Kale, Butternut Squash, Cranberries, Maple Vinaigrette” to “Mixed Baby Lettuce, Strawberries, Radishes, Cocoa Soil, Roasted Strawberry Vinaigrette” REMOVED: Fire-roasted Mozzarella, Wedge Salad, and Blue Crab Bisque ADDED: Meatballs — Porcini and Parmesan Cream Sauce, Pickled Mushrooms, Chive Oil for $14 ADDED: Pub Cheeseburger — Porcini and Parmesan Cream Sauce, Pickled Mushrooms, Chive Oil for $23 ADDED: Crispy Wings — House-made Buffalo Sauce, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Garlic-Peppercorn Sauce for $15 Ale & Compass Lounge Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin todd english’s bluezoo Starters tuna tartare changed from $25 to $26 teppan seared sea scallops changed from $25 to $26 crab nachos changed from $30 to $32 REMOVED: thai moules frites and seafood tower ADDED: bluezoo’s signature clam chowder –light and brothy with salt cured bacon, house-made oyster crackers for $16 ADDED: olive’s classico flatbread — roasted tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, torn basil for $18 ADDED: mushroom rangoon — mushroom and ricotta cheese filling, roasted tri-color cauliflower, pickled mushrooms, gruyere cheese sauce, crispy shallots for $21 ADDED: vitello tonnato — cured ahi tuna, seared veal loin carpaccio, caper aioli, pearl onions, torn focaccia, pickled mustard seeds for $27 Entrees bluezoo’s simply fish changed from $42 to $40 REMOVED: butler steak, seared ahi tuna, whole roasted fish, lobster bucatini, za’atar roasted squash, cantonese lobster, and marinated brick chicken angus beef changed from $65 to $72 ADDED: angus beef short rib — slow braised bone-in black angus short rib, polenta, roasted radicchio, turnips, trumpet mushrooms, red wine reduction for $56 ADDED: crispy brick chicken — fresh garlic & herbs roasted belle & evans half chicken, sweet corn purée, succotash, rosemary butter sauce for $36 ADDED: whole fish meunière — butter pan-fried yellow-tail snapper, hearts of palm, brown butter herb vinaigrette for $59 ADDED: peppercorn crusted ahi tuna — seared fingerling potato, olive tapenade, red pepper soubise, tempura fried oyster mushroom, garlic parsley emulsion for $46 ADDED: cappelletti — lemon herb ricotta cheese filling, charred eggplant, crème fraîche, roasted heirloom tomatoes, toasted pine nuts for $31 Sides REMOVED: hake & bake fries, tempura green beans, risotto ‘tots’, glazed carrots, and gulf oyster spoon bread ADDED: charred broccolini for $14 ADDED: southern succotash for $14 ADDED: creamy yellow polenta for $14 ADDED: mashed yukon potatoes for $14 ADDED: jalapeno hushpuppy with creole dip for $14 ADDED: garlic & herbs smashed crispy fingerling potatoes for $14 ADDED: green bean almondine for $14 ADDED: pomegranate glazed crispy brussels sprouts for $14 Todd’s English bluezoo Disney’s Pop Century Resort Everything Pop Specialty Cocktails ADDED: Social Hour Cocktails Whiskey Mule — New York Distilling Company Ragtime Rye Whiskey and Ginger Beer for $13 Everything Pop Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort World Premiere Food Court Dessert ADDED: Soft-serve Cup or Cone — Choice of Vanilla, Chocolate, Vanilla/Chocolate Swirl, Pineapple, Vanilla/Pineapple Swirl for $5.79 World Premiere Food Court Disney Springs Amorette’s Patisserie Limited Time Offerings REMOVED: Leprechaun Top Hat Petit Cake ADDED: Easter Egg Petit Cake — Layers of Carrot Cake, Cream Cheese Filling, and Pineapple Jam for $22 ADDED: Thumper Cake Bar — Mixed Berry Mousse combined with Vanilla Chiffon Cake for $8 ADDED: Mini Easter Croquembouche — Chocolate Pâte à Choux, Chocolate-Hazelnut Custard, Chocolate Ganache, and White Chocolate Easter Stamp for $8.50 Signature Pastries REMOVED: Lemon-Almond Macaron, Vanilla Crème Brûlée, Fruit Tart, and Strawberry Cheesecake Cakes REMOVED: Amorette’s Signature Petite Cake Thumper Cake Bar Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Coffee Walt Disney World Resort Blend Coffee changed from $3.69 to $3.79 Double Espresso changed from $3.79 to $3.99 Cappuccino changed from $5.39 to $5.69 Café Latte changed from $5.39 to $5.69 Mocha Latte changed from $6.06 to $6.39 Vanilla Latte changed from $6.09 to $6.39 REMOVED: Buzzin’ Honey Latte Tea Tea Latte changed from $6.06 to $6.09 Frozen Drinks Frozen Cappuccino Dream changed from $6.39 to $6.99 Joffrey’s Joffrey’s Handcrafted Smoothies Smoothies REMOVED: Flamingo Frost and Razzy Jazzy Specialty Beverages Walt Disney World Resort Blend Coffee changed from $3.69 to $3.79 Shakin’ Jamaican Cold Brew changed from $5.29 to $5.99 Frozen Cappuccino Dream changed from $6.09 to $6.99 REMOVED: Nitro Cold Brew ADDED: Mango Iced Tea for $4.49 ADDED: Chai Latte for $5.39 Joffrey’s Handcrafted Smoothies D-Luxe Burger Cocktails LiveWire Crystal Shiso Mojito changed from $13.75 to $13 D-Luxe Burger Raglan Road Born in the USA ADDED: Yuengling Lager for $10.50 Raglan Road Disney’s Blizzard Beach Blizzard Beach Mini Donuts Mini Donuts 1/2 Dozen Mini Donuts changed from $5.29 to $5.99 1 Dozen Mini Donuts changed from $9.99 to $10.99 Beverages Organic Café Femenino Coffee changed from $3.69 to $3.79 REMOVED: Hot Tea and Hot Chocolate Mini Donuts Disney World restaurant menus change ALL the time, so you’ll want to keep an eye on those menus for your next trip. You can do this by visiting the Disney World website or My Disney Experience app. We’ll also keep you updated on menu changes, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Disney dining changes are a lot to keep up with! We’ve done all the research for you in writing our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! We’ve got details on EVERY dining location at Walt Disney World inside our eBook – and it’s easy to download to your tablet or smartphone to take with you on your next trip. REVIEW: We Tried Three Disney World Restaurants For The Price Of One 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’s your favorite Disney World restaurant? Let us know in the comments! The post Beaches and Cream, Citricos and MORE Disney World Restaurants CHANGED This Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Okay, so we have our favorite Disney World restaurants, and we often talk about them. We’ll forever sing the praises of Homecomin‘ and Wine Bar George, and we’ll tell you how underrated we think Skipper Canteen and eet by Maneet Chauhan are if you ask. Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground closed for Hurricane Milton However, we also let you know when a restaurant just isn’t…well, all that. Now, we’ve had some disappointing meals in Disney World before, but what we just had recently left us feeling outright upset. So we’re going to warn you about this restaurant so you don’t make the mistake we made by eating there. This most recent dining “experience” took us to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground. We stopped by the Meadow Snack Bar, which is a quick-service spot at the Meadow Swimmin’ Pool. Meadow Snack Bar The menu here is pretty simple with hotdogs, salads, sandwiches, and snacks, but we picked up a meal that sounded promising, the Chicken Sandwich with Blueberry Barbecue Sauce and Kale Slaw for $11.79. It’s served with chips. First up, the blueberry was non-existent for us — we couldn’t taste it AT ALL. But that’s not all we didn’t taste. This chicken was BLAND and lacked any kind of seasoning. Also, the sandwich was served COLD? Chicken Sandwich The kale was fresh and crunchy, but again, there was just no flavor to this sandwich at all. And that made us sad because there was a huge potential with that blueberry barbecue sauce — it should’ve had a whole sweet and savory thing going on. Anyway, to quote our reporter, “It was very disappointing, and I was upset.” It was disappointing Okay, so that’s strike one against this snack spot. However, we had better luck with the Banana Pudding for $5.79. It’s tasty, and although we were concerned it was pre-packaged, it tasted homemade. There were layers of soggy vanilla wafers (soggy in that good way you like in a banana pudding, though) and whipped cream. Banana pudding It tasted fresh and was really good. However, we wouldn’t make the trek out to Fort Wilderness just to get it. But if you find yourself here, that’s a solid bet (just skip the sandwich). Stay tuned to DFB for more reviews. WE KNOW – there are SO many great snacks at Disney World! How do you choose (we don’t want to choose but will blow our budget on Day 1 otherwise)? We’ve got you covered! We have reviewed nearly EVERY snack available at Disney World, and we’ve written a series of DFB Guides about them! Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. You can even download them to your smartphone – it’ll be like we’re right there with you in the parks!  An Unexpected Hotel Is Suddenly Serving DOLE Whip in Disney World 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 Have you been to Meadow Snack Bar? What did you think of it? Let us know in the comments! The post “It Was Very Disappointing, and I Was Upset” -- We Have To Warn You About This Disney World Hotel Restaurant first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World has it all. DOLE Whip. Baby tigers. Roller coasters. Oh, and some of the sweetest manatees you have ever seen. If you’re a sucker for gentle giants like us, prepare to say, “AWWWW.” We see a manatee; we fall in love Disney just announced that a NEW addition has joined The Seas with Nemo and Friends in EPCOT. OK, so see that manatee pictured above? Notice the tail? That’s what a manatee’s tail should look like. But the sweet new friend that just arrived in EPCOT? Well, her tail is a little different. Her name is Mermaid, and you’ll soon see why. A new manatee named Mermaid just arrived at Seas Pavilion on March 19th. During our visit, we spoke to a Cast Member who told us all about our new manatee friend. Mermaid was rescued north of Tampa from the Homosassa River last month. She was found in an “emaciated state,” so it’s up to Disney’s team to rehabilitate her over the next few months. Mermaid’s tail was injured If you look closely, you’ll notice that Mermaid’s tail is split. A Cast Member told us this was likely cut due to contact with a boat propeller (but it’s hard to be certain what happened!). Via @drmarkatdisney Over on Instagram, one of Disney’s animal care experts, @drmarkatdisney, shared a little more information about Mermaid. She weighs approximately 525 pounds, but like we said, she needs to gain weight and strength before she is released to the wild. Dr. Mark said, “This partnership and the care Mermaid will receive at The Seas is the next stop on her journey as she prepares for her eventual return to the wild.” Eat ALL the lettuce! In the past, you may have met some other manatees in EPCOT, including Lil Joe and Inigo! Earlier this year, they were relocated to the Gulfarium in the Destin-Fort Walton Beach area. Lil Joe and Inigo Disney is constantly working with experts to address the manatee crisis in Florida. Thanks to habitat loss, the effects of red tide, and watercraft accidents, manatees face a variety of threats in the wild, and hundreds are dying due to these challenges. In fact, manatees are federally protected under the Endangered Species Act. Protect these gentle giants! PLEASE go visit the manatees in EPCOT — they are so fun to watch, and the Cast Members are super knowledgable! And if you see Mermaid, tell her Disney Food Blog said hi! We love her. In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. NEWS: Disney Cruise Line Just Made an Important Change to Its Travel Rules Effective Immediately 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 Have you ever visited the aquariums in EPCOT? Let us know in the comments! The post Literally Everyone on Our Team Said "AWWW" When We Spotted This NEW Addition in EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There is almost always something going on with The Walt Disney Company! ©The Walt Disney Company Right now they are working on Disneyland’s 70th anniversary celebrations, major overhauls at Magic Kingdom, and more! It can be a lot to keep to keep up with so we’re doing a round-up of the 3 biggest new stories from this week right here. When it comes to Disney news, some weeks are bigger than others! This week falls into that “big week” category! Disney’s most recent Shareholder Meeting was March 20th, 2025 and it brought up two of the most exciting updates this week. The first is the major announcement that Coco 2 is finally in the works! ©Disney Disney didn’t release any of the plot details but they did confirm that the first movie’s team will be reunited including director Lee Unkrich and co-director Adrian Molina with Mark Nielsen producing. Initially, Disney shared that the movie wouldn’t be released until 2029, however, that language has since been removed from all press releases and posts. ©Disney Disney also has plans for a Coco attraction in Disney California Adventure and they included a Coco restaurant on the brand-new Disney Cruise Line ship, the Disney Treasure. While we do think the new ride will open before the movie comes out, we’re hoping we’ll get more movie news sooner rather than later! Read everything we know about Coco 2 here! The second major announcement to come out of the shareholder meeting was we finally got a new sneak peek at the new Lion King attraction! ©Disney This new attraction is coming to Disneyland Paris and is expected to open in 2026! The attraction was first announced at D23 in 2024. We got a glimpse at the model for the ride during the meeting and it has us pretty excited. The ride will take guests on Simba’s journey from the film going from lion cub to king! ©Disney The ride seems to be a long flume ride similar to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and Splash Mountain but Disney has yet to officially confirm. We’re eager to see how this attraction comes to life before it opens next year. Learn more about the new attraction! Finally, this week we said goodbye to It’s Tough To Be A Bug In Disney World. This show took place inside the Tree of Life at Animal Kingdom and was an opening-day attraction. Bye, Flik! The show was inspired by the film Bug’s Life and it followed Flik and his bug friends as they taught us just how hard it is to be a bug. The show was closed to make way for the brand new show called Zootopia: Better Zoogether. The show will follow Nick Wilde and Juddy Hopps as they take you through different biomes seen in the film Zootopia! ©Disney Disney already has removed the signage for It’s Tough To Be A Bug, taken the show off the Animal Kingdom park map, and filed permits for changes to the theater. While we’re excited about the change, we will mourn Flik and his friends! Learn more about Zootopia: Better Zoogether here! We also want to give a small shoutout to the Figment news from this week as well. During the shareholder meeting, Disney CEO Bob Iger shared that he is asking creative teams at Disney for more short form content of EPCOT’s purple dragon which we think is hilarious and exciting. As always, don’t forget to keep following DisneyFoodBlog for more Disney news and updates. 3 Important Announcements Were MISSING from Disney’s BIG News Drop 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 news are you the most excited about? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney Just Released 3 Major News Updates first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Okay, some Disney snacks are just CLASSICS and you have to get them every single trip. We’re talking about those salty Mickey Pretzels (yes, with plastic CHHHHEEEESEEE) and Corn Dug Nuggets (aka Mini Corn Dogs) from Casey’s Corner in Magic Kingdom. Mickey Pretzel However, the most ICONIC classic Disney World snack just might be the Pineapple DOLE Whip. Now, you can pick up DOLE Whip in several spots throughout Disney World, but now you can get DOLE Whip at an unexpected spot: at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort. Yep, DOLE Whip is officially available at Disney’s All-Star Resorts! So here’s the deal. We keep an eye out for menu changes in Disney World and noticed a menu update for World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort. We learned that Soft-serve Cups or Cones were now available at the food court, with flavor choices being Vanilla, Chocolate, Vanilla/Chocolate Swirl, Pineapple, and Vanilla/Pineapple Swirl. Yes, PINEAPPLE. So we had to investigate. World Premiere Food Court Well, there it was on the menu: Soft-Serve in a Cup, with pineapple as one option. Now, that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s DOLE Whip, right? Menu at World Premiere Food Court So we asked a Cast Member, who confirmed that YES, the Pineapple Soft-Serve is Dole Whip, meaning you can now grab a Dole Whip from the comfort of your own hotel if you’re staying at All-Star Movies. How COOL (literally) is that? So there’s yet ANOTHER spot outside of Magic Kingdom where you can grab a Dole Whip. SCORE. Note that you can also get it as a swirl with vanilla, which also sounds YUM. DOLE Whip! Stay tuned to DFB for more. WE KNOW – there are SO many great snacks at Disney World! How do you choose (we don’t want to choose but will blow our budget on Day 1 otherwise)? We’ve got you covered! We have reviewed nearly EVERY snack available at Disney World, and we’ve written a series of DFB Guides about them! Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. You can even download them to your smartphone – it’ll be like we’re right there with you in the parks! RESORT REVIEW: I’ve Stayed at This Disney World Hotel MANY Times. Here’s Why I Keep Coming Back 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’s your favorite Dole Whip flavor? Let us know in the comments! The post An Unexpected Hotel Is Suddenly Serving DOLE Whip in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Whew — it’s a lot keeping up with all the changes in Disney World these days. We’ve got entire lands closing to make way for new lands, rides getting re-themes, the Muppets taking over a roller coaster and the land we’ve all dreamed of — Villains Land — is finally on the way. Swan and Dolphin Something big is changing over at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin, too. As we previously confirmed, the Picabu dining spot has permanently closed to make way for something new — a gaming room called Lagoon Games, Lanes & Eats. Now we’re going to break down everything we know about this new gaming space. Like we said, the new gaming space is called Lagoon Games, Lanes & Eats. As the name suggests, this will be a gaming room with a ton of arcade games. This will include interactive gaming, as well as “thrilling new releases to timeless classics” (okay, we need Galaga and Pac-Man!). The Swan and Dolphin promises “a dynamic, immersive experience for all ages.” We also have concept art of the new space, which features some areas to lounge on couches, as well as a slew of arcade machines and an air hockey table. We also spot a claw machine (although we doubt there are little green aliens in there to capture). You can also see some racing games in the art. ©Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin However, what makes this space even MORE unique is that it will also have some mini bowling lanes. The concept art includes four lanes. ©Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin But that’s not all because, most importantly, you’ll be able to grab some eats here, too. Lagoon’s “exclusive dining space” will offer food and drinks with a menu “designed to satisfy every palate.” There will also be gourmet snacks, as well as “mouthwatering meals.” An overview of the space shows just where everything will be located. The entrance to the space will open up into an arcade — when you walk through that, you’ll then be in a larger arcade with the bowling lanes. It doesn’t look like there will be a lot of seating inside, though, just the couches we previously mentioned. ©Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin We don’t have an opening date for Lagoon Games, but we’ll be keeping an eye out for it and will let you know, so stay tuned to DFB for more. With DOZENS of places to eat at Disney World, we know it can be tough to plan your meals. That’s why we wrote the DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. We have reviews, pictures, and details about every restaurant all in one digital download – along with ALL of our best tips and strategies from decades of Disney World trips. Everything you need to know about entertainment in Disney World 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 gaming room? Let us know in the comments! The post BREAKING: A NEW Restaurant (With a BOWLING ALLEY!!) Is Coming to a Disney World Hotel! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Setting sail on a Disney Cruise is absolutely magical, but sometimes, you just want to treat yourself to something a little more…extra. And trust us, there are plenty of ways to do just that while on board any of the amazing Disney cruise ships. If you’re looking to indulge in the finer things while onboard, we’ve got the ultimate splurge-worthy maps to guide your journey. Grab your Disney cruise app, mark these spots, and get ready to pamper yourself at sea! If you’re looking for an upscale dining experience away from the usual cruise buffets or sit-down restaurants, Palo is the place to go. This elegant, adults-only restaurant serves up Italian-inspired dishes that will have you dreaming about them long after you disembark. Whether you opt for a delicious brunch or a romantic dinner with ocean views, Palo is worth every penny. Reservations go fast, so be sure to book early! Palo Steakhouse on Disney Treasure On the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder, Palo is located on Deck 10. Palo on the Disney Magic And on the Disney Wish, Treasure, Dream & Fantasy, it’s located on Deck 12. Palo on the Disney Fantasy Need a little caffeine boost between all those onboard activities? Cove Cafe is an adults-only retreat offering specialty espresso drinks, teas, and pastries. Cove Cafe isn’t just about coffee—it’s about the experience. The atmosphere is cozy, relaxed, and a true retreat from the excitement of the rest of the ship. With plush seating and a peaceful ambiance, it’s the ideal spot to unwind, catch up on a book, or just enjoy a few moments of uninterrupted tranquility. If you’re craving a little “me time” away from the crowds, this is the place to be. Cove Cafe ©Disney Cove Cafe on the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder is located on Deck 9. Cove Cafe on the Disney Magic On the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy, it is located on Deck 11. Cove Cafe on the Disney Dream And on the Disney Treasure and Disney Wish, it is located on Deck 13. Cove Cafe on the Disney Wish Nothing says vacation mode quite like a trip to the spa! Senses Spa & Salon offers everything from luxurious massages and facials to manicures, pedicures, and even hair treatments if you want to glam up for a formal night. For the ultimate splurge, book a Rainforest Room pass—this serene space includes heated loungers, aromatherapy showers, and private hot tubs overlooking the ocean. Senses Spa on the Disney Wish Senses Spa & Salon on the Disney Wonder and Disney Magic on Deck 9… Senses Spa on the Disney Wonder …Deck 11 on the Disney Dream & Disney Fantasy… Senses Spa on the Disney Fantasy …and Deck 5 on the Disney Wish & Disney Treasure. Senses Spa on the Disney Wish A Disney Cruise is already an unforgettable adventure, but adding a little extra magic with these splurge-worthy spots makes it even more special. Whether you’re savoring a gourmet meal, sipping a fancy latte, or unwinding with an ocean-view massage, every moment is a chance to indulge. So go ahead—treat yourself! You deserve it. We’re always striving to bring you the best Disney tips so stay tuned to us here on DFB! REVIEW: Dine With Us at Palo Steakhouse Aboard the Disney Wish 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 What’s your favorite add-on to enjoy during your Disney cruise sailing? We’d love to read about it in the comments! The post 3 Maps That Will Show You the Best Places to SPLURGE on Your Disney Cruise first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re planning to set sail with Disney Cruise Line, you might want to listen up — especially if you live outside the United States. Disney Wish Recently, Disney shared an important update that may impact a large portion of travelers. Here’s what we know. Disney Cruise Line has a new policy update that is effective immediately. The Vacation Protection Plan is no longer available to people outside the United States. Helmsman Mickey on the Disney Magic You must meet ALL of the following criteria to qualify for the Vacation Protection Plan: • The booking origin, or travel agency, is based in either the United States or Canada • Must pay for the reservation in US dollars • Must have a United States address The good news is that if you no longer qualify BUT you already booked a Vacation Protection Plan, it will still be honored on your existing reservation. If you choose to cancel your Vacation Protection Plan and live outside the United States, your Protection Plan cannot be re-added once removed. Castaway Cay The Vacation Protection Plan covers you under certain unexpected circumstances and emergencies both before and during your vacation. It is an optional add-on service that includes travel insurance benefits underwritten by Arch Insurance Company and a 24-hour helpline provided by CareFree Travel Assistance. Credits are valid for one year from the issue date and are not transferrable. ©Disney At this time, Disney has not shared an alternate service for those who book a Disney Cruise and live outside of the United States. The Disney Dream Don’t want to go through all of the stress of booking your Disney Cruise Line trip alone? Reach out to our friends at Small World Vacations! Their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings, compare discounts, and figure out which one works best for your travel party, dates, resort, and touring plans. And, they share expert tips and first-hand advice with you about your magical vacation. Small World Vacations Oh, and if you’ve got a cruise coming up, you might want to stock up on Disney tees for your cruise! Have you SEEN what’s new in our merch store?! Click here to shop our fun graphic tees! Check it out in the DFB Store! In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Disney Announces Changes That Will Make It EASIER To Board Your Next Cruise 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 planning a Disney Cruise Line vacation? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Disney Cruise Line Just Made an Important Change to Its Travel Rules Effective Immediately first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Universal Orlando has changed a LOT over the years, but do you know who actually owns it? Universal Orlando While it might not be as complicated as Disney’s web of acquisitions, Universal Orlando has gone through some ownership shifts since it first opened in 1990. It started as a joint venture, but today, there’s only one company in charge. Let’s break down the history of ownership and who’s calling the shots now! Universal Orlando’s Early Days Universal Orlando Resort, which began as Universal Studios Florida, was originally a partnership. When the park first opened in 1990, it was owned by MCA Universal (the predecessor to NBCUniversal) and The Blackstone Group (a private equity firm). And then, Blackstone bought a 50% stake in Universal Orlando in 2000, which helped fund the expansion that turned it into the full-fledged resort it is today. ©Orlando Informer This partnership was key in transforming Universal Orlando into a true competitor to Disney World, adding Islands of Adventure in 1999 and later CityWalk. But like any good theme park story, there was a plot twist coming. NBCUniversal Takes Full Control In early 2011, NBCUniversal made a big move – they acquired Blackstone’s entire 50% stake for approximately $1.025 billion. That meant NBCUniversal became the sole owner of Universal Orlando Resort, giving them full control over decisions, expansions, and future attractions. ©Comcast Since then, NBCUniversal has poured money into the parks, leading to major expansions like The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Volcano Bay, and the upcoming Epic Universe. Without an external partner like Blackstone, NBCUniversal has had the flexibility to invest heavily in growing the resort into what it is today. What Does This Mean for Universal Orlando? Universal Orlando is now 100% owned by NBCUniversal, which itself is a subsidiary of Comcast. So, while you won’t see a Comcast logo at the front gates, they are the ones ultimately funding and overseeing the resort’s growth. Universal Studios Florida This direct ownership has allowed Universal to aggressively expand and compete with Disney, with new attractions and hotels opening regularly. It also means that Universal Orlando is a critical piece of Comcast’s overall business strategy, making it more than just a theme park – it’s a major player in the entertainment industry. Stella Nova Resort So, next time you’re riding VelociCoaster or sipping Butterbeer in Hogsmeade, just know that Universal Orlando is entirely under the NBCUniversal umbrella. And with Epic Universe almost open to the public, you can tell they’re not going to be slowing down anytime soon! Make sure you keep checking back in for the latest Universal Orlando news! We Just Visited Epic Universe and Have SO Much To Tell You! Read more: DFB's complete guide to Universal’s Epic Universe >> The post Who Owns Universal Orlando? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

One of the biggest complaints we see from Disney adults is the lack of nightlife in Disney World. Jellyrolls There are only a few spots open late enough to be actually considered as nightlife, and it seems that late night entertainment options continue to disappear from the resort. Well, Disney World will soon be down one MORE nighttime entertainment spot: Jellyrolls on Disney’s BoardWalk will soon close its doors forever. However, before those doors close, the dueling piano bar is going to offer the PARTY of a lifetime. Jellyrolls will close its doors forever on April 20th, but on April 19th, you can attend the bar’s final farewell performance. Doors will open at 6 PM and the dueling pianos will start at 6:15 PM. Admission is $22 per person (and remember, you must be 21 or older to enter). No reservations will be accepted, so it’s first-come first-serve. Jellyrolls All current Jellyrolls players will be performing throughout the night, so here’s a chance to catch your favorites one last time. At the end of the evening, you’ll get the opportunity to chat with the performers and Jellyrolls crew. Jellyrolls Keep in mind that the idea is that this is a night of celebration and not closing. Jellyrolls General Manager Amber Antel said, “It’s been a great run at the Boardwalk for almost 30 years and we are so excited to share our farewell performance with our fantastic guests! We are looking forward to welcoming the next chapter of Jellyrolls in a new central Florida location!” Jellyrolls also hopes to welcome a new chapter in a new Central Florida location, so it might be gone from Disney World, but it isn’t gone for good. Jellyrolls So if you enjoyed Jellyrolls as a nighttime entertainment option in Disney World, be sure to stop by on April 19th to say goodbye and enjoy one final hurrah. Stay tuned to DFB for more.  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 Do you have any fond memories of Jellyrolls? Share in the comments! The post NEW DETAILS Revealed for the LAST Jellyrolls Performance in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The 2025 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival has kicked off! 2025 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival The festival runs March 5th through June 2nd this year and if you are planning on trying some of the delicious food from the outdoor kitchens, you’ll want to listen up, especially if you will have the Disney Dining Plan. Did you know that you can use snack credits from the DDP at some of the festival booths? That’s right. There are select menu items that will count towards your snack credit allotment. Of course, you’ll want to make sure it is a good value to use a credit instead of purchasing the item. We’re telling you the top snacks to use your credits on at this year’s festival! EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival First up, over in Mexico at the Jardin de Fiestas booth, you’ll find one of the pricier items at the festival for $11.50. The “Giant” Tostada de Carn is made with Oaxacan tostada, barbacoa beef, guacamole, jícama, pumpkin seeds, and salsa macha. The giant tostada is covered in barbacoa beef-style meat, but to us, the meat kind of tastes more like a pot roast. This thing is seriously huge and the price is gonna reflect that. You might gawk at the price at first, but it really is just that big — and good! It’s the perfect way to get a lot out of that snack credit. Giant Tostada de Carne Over at Lan Yuan, you can grab the House-made Cheesy Crab Wontons for a snack credit. These would cost $9.75 without using the credit so it is on the higher end. These are fried wontons filled with cream cheese, celery, and imitation crab. The wontons are also drizzled with plum-chili sauce. We look forward to this Festival favorite dish each year. It is plentiful with the cheese tucked into a crispy, golden wonton wrapper, but for only 3 wontons, it is worth just using a snack credit on. Cheesy Crab Wontons Next, over at Refreshment Port, you can grab the Provence Poutine for $9. If spending $9 on fries seems ridiculous to you, you can grab these with a snack credit. The base of the French fries is seasoned with Herbes de Provence, and the batch is topped with goat brie, lavender honey, hazelnut croquant, and fresh lavender! It is both an interesting and unique option. This dish is also on our personal Best of the Fest list! Provence Poutine For $8.75, you can buy the Primavera Cacio Pepe e Gamberi at Primavera Kitchen. If you want to try this dish, we suggest a dining credit for it, however, we found this underwhelming. It needed more sauce and we thought it was just ok. Primavera Cacio Pepe e Gamberi At Beach Grub, you can grab the Seafood Bake. It is a snack credit and it is packed with shrimp, mussels, clams, andouille sausage, red potatoes, corn on the cob, persillade butter, and a white wine broth… Oh, and it comes with grilled sourdough, too! You will get a good value for your credit here! Seafood Bake The Gnocchis Provencal at Fleur de Lys is $8.95 so it is a higher priced item. The dish is made with pulled duck confit in a rosemary sauce. While this dish may not look the most appetizing, we were amazed by how much we enjoyed it. There is lots of gravy flavor with chunky mushrooms. Gnocchis Provencal At Hanami, there are two snack credit items found here for $8.50 each. The Ramen Cup is a ramen salad shaken in a cup with fresh vegetables, grilled chicken, and dashi broth with chili oil and yuzu. Ramen Cup The Steam Bun was new last year, but is back for 2025. It’s filled with vegetables and plant-based soy meat. The Steam Bun is filled with veggies and plant-based soy meat. If that sounds tasty, use a snack credit on it! 2024 Steam Bun Our biggest tip for using dining credits while at the festival is to do your research first to see what is a good price and what you’ll actually enjoy eating. For more on the Flower & Garden festival, be sure to follow us at DFB for tips and tricks to make the visit easy! Read ALL of Our Food Reviews From the Festival Here! MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR FESTIVAL DAYS DFB's Guide to the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival details everything you need to know to maximize your time, budget, and stomach space! Know what's worth it and what to skip with our full-photo menus of each booth, complete with DFB's Best of the Fest. It includes all the must-have information for navigating this one of the most BEAUTIFUL festivals at Disney World, including: Booth & food photos, maps, and crawls with DFB's exclusive recommendations! The COMPLETE schedule of events (so you don't have to go hunting for all the dates!) All the details on special events, topiaries, festival exclusive merchandise, and more! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Click HERE for All of the Latest News and Details About the Flower & Garden Festival! Which EPCOT festival is your favorite? Tell us below! The post CONFIRMED: These 8 EPCOT Festival Treats Are the BEST Ways to Spend Your Dining Plan Credits first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Attention, chic, fashionable Disney friends! There’s a BIG bi-annual sale event happening online NOW. Minnie Mouse Ear Headband by BaubleBar This is your chance to get discounted Disney jewelry, Minnie ears, and bag charms. The sale doesn’t last long, so come with us to see what’s available! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Score a free trial of Amazon Prime by clicking the button below! Great news! BaubleBar is having an exclusive sale on its new Disney arrivals! We’re talking simple necklaces, sparkly bracelets, earrings, and more. Now’s your chance to get some adorable accessories at a discounted price! View the sale on BaubleBar This Disney Bubble Custom Slider Bracelet is SO pretty! ©BaubleBar Don’t worry — you don’t have to be named Emma to enjoy this bracelet. This bracelet is designed just for you. Pick a name that’s special to you (or a word; there are no rules!) and instantly elevate your outfit with a pretty gold bracelet. It even comes with a matching Mickey Mouse charm! View on BaubleBar We love the Disney Mickey Mouse Birthstone Pisa Bracelet ©BaubleBar HURRY! For a limited time, you can save 25% off the price of this gorgeous bracelet. There are twelve stones to choose from, including colors like aquamarine, amethyst, topaz, and garnet. This is great for layering with a stack of bracelets or wearing by itself as a statement piece. Either way, it’s super chic! View on BaubleBar Or, you can grab these Minnie Mouse Disney 18K Gold Plated Sterling Silver Disney Earrings ©BaubleBar Miniature Minnie ears? Say no more! We’re SOLD! This pair of studs is made with 18K gold plated sterling silver, pavé, and a beautiful gold bow. Gift them to a friend of treat yourself to a new accessory! Just make sure to add them to your cart before the deal expires. View on BaubleBar We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! Shop for More Disney Essentials on Our Amazon StorefrontThe post The New Collection Everyone Is Wearing to Disney World Is on SALE first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hold on to your Mickey ears, because there are some BIG roller coaster changes are coming to Disney World! Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Disney has officially confirmed major updates to three coasters across the parks, and these changes are going to shake things up in a BIG way. From a brand-new Monsters, Inc. ride to a total reimagining of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, and even some major updates to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, there’s a lot to be excited about. Let’s get into the details! The Monsters, Inc. Suspended Coaster Is Coming to Hollywood Studios Ever since Disney announced the new Monsters, Inc. land at D23, we’ve been eagerly waiting for details about the land’s flagship ride. And now, we’ve got them! D23 The all-new Monstropolis area will feature Disney’s first-ever suspended coaster. Remember how in Monsters, Inc. the doors are grabbed by giant claws and carried through the factory? Well, imagine hopping onto one of those doors and zipping around Monstropolis yourself—because that’s exactly what Disney is making happen! ©Disney In a new sneak peek video, Disney showed off renderings of the ride, revealing how the coaster will literally lift off the ground, eliminating the need for a traditional vertical lift hill. This means a smoother, more immersive ride experience that’s totally different from anything else Disney has done before. ©Disney We’ve been waiting for over 20 years for this ride to become a reality, and it’s finally happening. We can’t wait to step into the factory and experience Monstropolis firsthand! Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Is Getting a HUGE Overhaul If you’ve visited Magic Kingdom recently, you might’ve noticed that Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is closed. And unfortunately, it’s going to stay that way for a while—at least until 2026. But when it reopens, it’ll be a whole new ride. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is currently closed Disney has confirmed that Big Thunder is getting “a little bit of new magic,” which likely means some serious upgrades. We already know the track is being completely replaced, which means a smoother ride. Disney even filed a permit with a steel company that specializes in coaster construction, hinting at some big structural changes. Track work Beyond the track, we’re also expecting new effects. If you’ve been on Disneyland’s version of Big Thunder, you’ve seen the amazing projection effects in the final lift hill scene. Could those be coming to Disney World? We sure hope so! Big Thunder Mountain at Disneyland But the biggest change might not even be on the ride itself—it’s what you’ll see from it. Frontierland is transforming, with the Cars-themed area replacing Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island, and a brand-new Villains land going in behind Big Thunder. That means when you ride the coaster, you might get a sneak peek at these new lands. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Is Saying Goodbye to Aerosmith It’s official: Aerosmith is out, and the Muppets are moving in! Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster is being completely reimagined with a Muppets theme, and while we don’t have all the details yet, we do know it’s going to be a rockin’ good time. ©Disney Disney just filed a permit to repaint the massive guitar outside the attraction, which could hint at a new color scheme or design. Concept art suggests that the super-stretch limo could also get a new paint job to fit the Muppets theme. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster As for the ride itself, Disney has promised new music, new characters, and a brand-new storyline. The Muppets will be teaming up with some of “music’s biggest stars” for a high-energy rock festival, which sounds like the kind of chaotic fun only the Muppets can bring. ©Disney And yes, you can bet there will be plenty of Muppets-themed merch! The Rock Around the Shop gift shop is expected to get a full makeover, so get ready for some new Kermit and Miss Piggy gear. Bonus: A Villains Coaster Might Be Coming to Magic Kingdom While Disney hasn’t officially announced a Villains coaster, they have confirmed that Villains Land is in the works for Magic Kingdom. And looking at the concept art, it sure looks like there might be not one, but TWO roller coasters in this land. Villains Land Concept Art ©Disney One section of the art shows a track winding through a cavern-like space, while another section features a thorn-covered ride track that looks like it could belong to Maleficent. ©Disney Could these be two separate coasters? It’s definitely possible. Either way, Villains Land is shaping up to be one of the most exciting additions to Magic Kingdom in years. ©Disney Disney is going all in on coaster updates, and we’re here for it. Between the Monsters, Inc. suspended coaster, a smoother and upgraded Big Thunder Mountain, and the Muppets takeover at Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, there’s a lot to look forward to. And if the rumors about a Villains coaster turn out to be true, things are about to get even more exciting. In the meantime, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest from Disney. Why Disney Adults Are Suddenly Booking a Lightning Lane for Walk-On Rides 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’s your go-to ride at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post CONFIRMED: 3 Huge Roller Coaster Changes Coming to Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Okay, everyone stay calm, it’s really happening! Target Circle Week is HERE and the deals have started! Now, if you’re familiar with Target Circle Week, you’ll know that you can grab some pretty good discounts on everything from toys to clothes to food and more if you’re a Target Circle member (which is, by the way, FREE). So let’s take a look at the Disney souvenirs and essentials you can get on sale at Target RIGHT NOW. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Yes, NOW is the time to do all your Target shopping, so you can grab these awesome deals. Buy the Women’s Knit Squareneck Slit Active Dress ©Target Right now, you can get 40% off all activewear, including this dress that could be PERFECT for your summer Disney trip. It’s going to keep you nice and cool plus the back of the dress pulls down so that you don’t have to completely strip in the bathroom (it’s the little things, right)? Get it on sale now! Get at Target Get the Everyday Soft High Rise V-Waistband Leggings ©Target Leggings also make great essential wear for Disney World. They’re comfy and stretchy and move with you. These leggings are comfy AND stylish and could pair well with your favorite long Disney tee. Get at Target Buy the Men’s Everyday Woven Shorts ©Target Men need to be comfortable in the hot parks all day, too. These shorts, which are on sale are moisture-wicking and quick-drying, which is what you need in Florida. They also have zippered pockets. Get at Target Buy the Disney Toy Story RV Friends 6pk Figure Set ©Target You can also save $10 when you spend $50 on select toys, including this Target-exclusive set that features six figures of your favorite Toy Story characters including Forky, Woody, Jessie, Rex, Slinky, and Buzz Lightyear. Get at Target Get the Bluey Amusement Park Playset ©Target This is another Target exclusive. You’ll get an amusement park playset with Bluey and Bingo. who both have colorful hats and star-shaped balloons. They can even ride on a ferris wheel and roll down a roller coaster. Fun! Get at Target Buy the Elsa Fashion Doll ©Target If you have a Frozen fan in your house, they’re going to love this Elsa doll, which is posable and comes with Elsa’s signature blue outfit with a soft cape and removable skirt and shoes. She’s ready to “Let It Go!” Get at Target Get the Disney Munchlings Single Serve Scented Collectible Plush ©Target Did you know you can get those adorable Disney Munchlings at Target? Well, you can, and now you can get this scented collectible plush at Target RIGHT NOW ON SALE. Each blind box contains a fun plush based on your favorite Disney characters. You might just want to collect them all. Get at Target Buy the LEGO Ideas Magic of Disney Collectible Building Set ©Target This is not a drill! You can get 30% off select Disney LEGO sets, including this fun set that features a fun display model with Sorcerer Mickey and classic Disney characters like Belle, Geppetto, Bruno, Lilo, Simba, Sebastian, and Flounder. Get at Target Buy the LEGO Up House Set ©Target Recreate the house from Pixar’s Up with this LEGO set, complete with ballooons, as well as minifigures of Russ, Carl, and Dug. The set features 598 pieces and is good for ages 9 and up. Get at Target Get The Crocs! ©Target Y’all, Crocs are on sale RIGHT now for 40% off. Several different styles and colors are available and we know how much some of our readers love these for wearing in the parks. Get at Target Buy the Huffy 6V Minnie Quad Ride-On Car ©Target You can also get 40% off outdoor toys and games including this SWEET ride for your kid designed all around Minnie Mouse. It’s designed for kids aged 1.5 to 3 years, with a max weight capacity of 45 lbs. Can someone say “AWESOME BIRTHDAY PRESENT?” Get at Target Buy the Inflatable Bounce House ©Target Okay, so this isn’t Disney, but y’all, the deal on this bounce house was just to good not to share. It’s literally 66% off its regular price! SAY WHAT? Your kids will love this bounce house with a large jumping area and wide slide. It’s perfect for kids ages 3 to 10. Get at Target So head on over to Target’s website now and take advantage of these great deals! Visit our Amazon Store for more Disney souvenirs and essentialsThe post 🚨Target's Circle Week Deals ARRIVED and Disney Souvenirs Are on SALE🚨 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you are planning your trip to Disney World, you want to make sure to grab any Advanced Dining Reservations (ADRs) that you want, but it’s not as easy as it seems. Cinderella’s Royal Table Now, we’ve eaten at every single restaurant in Disney World, so we know a thing or two about grabbing those hard to get dining reservations — it is kind of our job. But, we’re willing to share our secrets on how we grab those coveted restaurant reservations every time. Set Those Alarms Early Dining reservations open 60 days in advance and if you are staying at a Disney World hotel, you can book your reservations for each day of your stay 60 days ahead of the first day of your stay. The reservations open at 6 AM Eastern, so you will want to be ready to go to your computer at 5:30 AM. This will allow you time to get everything set up ahead of time — you know, in case your laptop is dead and you can’t find the charger, or your router needs a reboot. Be Our Guest Restaurant Bring Out All Of Your Devices You’ll want to use your computer as well as your phone. On your laptop, open at least 2 incognito browser windows and log into your MyDisney account. You will want to go DIRECTLY to the restaurant page and start refreshing at least every 2 minutes once it turns 6 AM. But, don’t neglect the app on your phone, sometimes the mobile app has a different advantage. If you have someone else you can delegate to do one of those, we suggest that — strength in numbers. Le Cellier Party Size Varies We suggest starting with your desired party size — but don’t be afraid to check for a variation of party sizes! If we need a reservation for 2, sometimes those aren’t available, but a reservation for 3 might be. Shifting up one party number might make the difference in securing that table! If you’re looking for parties larger than 6, you’ll likely have to book those in smaller parties. You can have someone else in your travel group help you book these so you can make multiple ADRs to include everyone. Now that will mean you won’t be seated together. You can ask the host when you check-in about being seated together, but there’s no guarantee this will happen. This will help you get into that hard-to-get restaurant with a larger group — but if you must sit together, this isn’t the trick for you. Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Don’t Give Up If you aren’t able to grab that reservation you really wanted, don’t give up yet. Keep checking back as you get closer to your trip. People cancel plans and availability shifts pretty regularly. Also, don’t underestimate looking the day of for a reservation. Disney allows for cancellations up to 2 hours before the reservation and things may become available. Mickey at Chef Mickey’s For more of our Disney World tips, be sure to follow us at DFB! Why Disney Adults Keep Booking the Wrong Dining Reservations 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! Do you have any secrets for how to get the hardest dining reservations at Disney? Tell us below! The post I Booked This Impossible Disney World Reservation in 5 Minutes. Here's How. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re not lying when we say that Disneyland snacks just go HARD. Some of our favorite snacks can be found at Disney’s West Coast resort. From churro toffee to those fabulous churros to an amazing corn dog, when we get a chance to snack around Disneyland, we’re going to take it. Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe Well, one of our FAVORITE quick-service spots in Disneyland, Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe, has been closed for a little while. But Jolly Holiday just reopened with three NEW snacks, so we RAN to this spot on Main Street, U.S.A., to check them out — and what can we say? These snacks are #1! So we often visit Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe for the infamous Matterhorn Macaroon, as well as that Toasted Cheese Sandwich (SO GOOD, y’all). But these three new treats are getting added to our “must eat” list for that location, too. Let’s start with the Donald Macaron, a macaron (as opposed to a macarOON) filled with Cherry Buttercream and Vanilla Bean Crème for $8.29. Much like the duck himself, this macaron is #1 (NOW, you get all our #1 references, right?). It’s SO cute, done up in Donald’s outfit colors, complete with his little hat and bowtie. Donald Macaron This macaron, which is served chilled, has a lovely flaky and crunchy texture. The shell is vanilla, although the blue part was white chocolate or maybe fondant. The cherry buttercream, though, is the star of this snack — it offers a tart dark cherry flavor. The flavors are fresh and the snack is fun — this one is a must for anyone who loves sweet treats and Donald! It’s #1! We also got the new Pineapple Bundt Cake with Brown Sugar Crunch, topped with Pineapple Mousse, and finished with a Cherry for $6.79. This is a new favorite dessert here. It’s got a nice tart flavor, but it’s balanced out by the sugary glaze on top. The cake is moist and has little chunks of pineapple in it. Pineapple Bundt Cake There wasn’t a lot of the mousse, but it offered a denser texture. This one is a must for those who love pineapple flavors — it’s fresh and tastes like REAL pineapple rather than something with artificial fruit flavoring. SO fresh Finally, we grabbed the Strawberry-stuffed Croissant with Strawberries, Pastry Cream, Strawberry Coulis and Powdered Sugar for $8.29. Y’all. This one is ALSO a winner. You get a lovely buttery croissant that’s extra sugary, thanks to the powdered sugar on top. Inside are some sweet strawberries with a creamy vanilla flavor from the pastry cream. Strawberry Stuffed Croissant The coulis also has a nice light strawberry flavor. This tastes like spring. It’s sweet and fresh and a MUST if you like strawberries. Wonderful strawberry flavor Overall, Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe has delivered on the snacks AGAIN, so you can guarantee we’ll be back to indulge our sweet tooth. WE KNOW – there are SO many great snacks at Disney World! How do you choose (we don’t want to choose but will blow our budget on Day 1 otherwise)? We’ve got you covered! We have reviewed nearly EVERY snack available at Disney World, and we’ve written a series of DFB Guides about them! Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. You can even download them to your smartphone – it’ll be like we’re right there with you in the parks! Stay tuned to DFB for more. Avoid My Disneyland Horror Story and DON’T Do This Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe What’s your favorite item at Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: This Disney Restaurant Has a New Menu, but Can We Recommend It? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom has been closed since January and isn’t expected to open until sometime in 2026, and we’re having withdrawals. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Luckily, some of our amazing Disney Food Blog reporters got new pictures of the construction at Big Thunder, so we can analyze every detail while we wait for it to reopen. Disney added some tables and chairs with umbrellas around the area, which is great if you want to sit and eat a snack while staring at the construction, like us. Since there’s no roller coaster going on, it’s fairly quiet and is a nice little hideaway. A great stop to cool off We also noticed a lot of tarps. We can’t quite tell what they’re covering, but there seems to be work happening underneath. SO many tarps It also looks like the track is getting some major work! We’re not expecting it to be perfectly smooth like Seven Dwarfs Mine Train (come on, the fun of Big Thunder is how rough it is!), but we’re hoping the track is a little smoother on turns and drops. Track work In certain places, it looks like they completely gutted the track. Yes, that is a piece of wood that says “hole” on it. Safety first! Taking out the track! We can’t see inside the caves, but we’re hoping they’re getting added projection work like Disneyland’s Big Thunder Mountain. It’s a great way to combine modern technology with a classic ride and gives you another reason to want to ride the wildest ride in the wilderness. Disney says when the ride reopens, it will be “with a little bit of new magic.” Big Thunder While not confirmed, there’s speculation that some of the changes happening behind Big Thunder Mountain could be preparing for the new Villain’s Land being added to Magic Kingdom. We won’t be sure until Disney confirms it, but we are very excited about the new land. Very few details have been released, but it’s likely to take a few years for it to be finished, so we aren’t expecting any major construction any time soon. More work to be done! We’re going to watch ride-through videos to make it feel like we’re back on the train, but in the meantime, make sure you’re following the Disney Food Blog to stay up to date on everything Disney. Looking for more Disney news? Check out these 4 major announcements you need to see! 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 a Big Thunder Mountain fan? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney World Reporters Share SNEAK PEEK at the Transformation of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you are ready for an adventurous day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, read this first! Hollywood Studios There are so many thrilling rides waiting for you at this park, and you’re sure to have a fun filled day here. There are some secret tips for these rides that we wanted to share with you! We’re breaking down all of the rides that you’ll want to request back row for at Hollywood Studios and why. If you’re more prone to motion sickness and you’re about to ride Millennium Falcon Smugglers Run, you’ll want to ask for the back section. These are the Engineer Positions and they will distance you away from the screen — PLUS your role doesn’t require you to be looking at the screen at all times. Just press your button when you see it light up! Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run If you want a more intense experience on Rock n Roller Coaster, ask the CM for the back row. The high-speed launch and upside-down track are thrilling no matter WHERE you’re seated, but the G-force is even more intense when you’re in the last row. So, thrill seekers, that means you! Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster If you want a better view while riding Slinky Dog Dash, you’ll want the back. The front row is still fun and all, but a lot of your view is gonna be blocked by Slinky’s giant head — sorry Slink. However, if you’re more toward his end, you’ll be able to see much more of the colorful toys down below! Slinky Dog Dash If you want the whole view of Star Tours and Tower of Terror, the back is where it’s at! It’s like going to the movies. If you sit closer to the screen, you don’t get the full picture. But if you sit further back, you’ll be able to see more. Hollywood Tower Hotel If you’re heading to Hollywood Studios on your next Disney trip, you’ll want to check out our Hollywood Vintage Stamps shirt. It features some of your favorite rides in a unique way. It comes in 9 different colors so if you want your travel party to match, it’s a great choice! DFB Vintage Stamps Shirt For more Disney World hacks, be sure to follow us at DFB. 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 is your must-do ride at Disney’s Hollywood Studios? Tell us in the comments. The post I Go to Disney's Hollywood Studios Every Week. I ALWAYS Ask for the Back Seat on These Rides first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

On the evening of March 22nd, black smoke was spotted behind EPCOT in Disney World. EPCOT The smoke could be seen from the Disney World Skyliner and from Disney’s BoardWalk Resort. Looking to plan your own Disney vacation? Check out our planning worksheets below! We have FREE insider tips for a stress-free vacation. This is not the first time we’ve seen a fire in Disney World. In 2021, a fire was reported in Magic Kingdom. According to DFB reader @Rosieredsara83 on Instagram, Cinderella’s Royal Table was evacuated after a Cast Member reported a fire. Emergency response vehicles were also seen near Cinderella Castle. Emergency vehicles in Magic Kingdom Additionally, in 2022, a fire broke out in EPCOT. Witnesses stated that the incident happened during Harmonious. There were no injuries reported. Harmonious photo from 2022 This is a developing story, so stay tuned for more information. We will continue to update you as we learn more. For more breaking Disney news delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for our DFB Newsletter below. 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 The post BREAKING: Fire, Black Smoke Seen Rising Behind EPCOT in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you are looking for an excuse to treat yourself to a shopping spree, this is your sign! Is THIS actually the Happiest Place on Earth? Tomorrow, Target Circle Week returns with seven days of big deals! To take advantage of all the sales, you must sign up for Target‘s reward program, Target Circle. Let’s take a look at some of the sales! Target Circle Week will start on March 23rd and run for seven days! Here are some of the sales that you can expect to see! ©Target During the week, you can take advantage of: 30% off LEGO Sets 30% off tanks, dresses, and shorts Save $5 on toys when you spend $30 on select toys These are just a few of the deals that will be happening. We will be sharing the best sales on Disney and travel items all week long, so stay tuned. Disney Store at Target This sale has come just in time for summer, and you won’t want to miss out! Check Out the Deals Coming to Target During Target Circle Week! We will update you on all the best deals once Circle Week officially starts, so remember to make sure you are a Target Circle Member and stay tuned with us here at the Disney Food Blog! A New Disney Summer Collection Just Launched at Target 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 excited to shop during Target Circle Week? Let us know in the comments!The post Why Every Disney Adult Is Shopping at Target Tomorrow first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We have some important Disney World food news to share with you! A Disney World hotel restaurant is closing this week for refurbishment. Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort We don’t want you to be excited to dine on the restaurant’s Buttery Pull-apart Rolls, Baked Fish, or House-made Coconut-Pineapple Bread Pudding only to find out that it is currently closed! We have all the details you need to know. Sebastian’s Bistro at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort will be temporarily closing for refurbishment this week! The good news is that we will only be without Sebastian’s Bistro for a few days. Sebastian’s Bistro The restaurant will be closed beginning March 24th but is expected to reopen at the end of March. The other good news is that there are also other options at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, or you can choose from one of the restaurants anywhere on Disney World property for your meal! Sebastian’s Bistro Keep reading below to see what other attractions and locations will be closed this week, March 22nd through 29th! Magic Kingdom Playground at Dumbo the Flying Elephant The indoor children’s playground inside the Dumbo the Flying Elephant queue closed for refurbishment on February 24th, 2025. While the playground will be closed, the ride will still be open and available for kids of all ages to soar through the sky! Dumbo the Flying Elephant The indoor playground is expected to reopen in Spring 2025. Hall of Presidents The Hall of Presidents closed at Magic Kingdom on January 20th. Hall of Presidents The attraction will be closed until later in 2025, though Disney has not shared a specific date. We will keep an eye out for updates, though! The closure is likely to change the current president, as January 20th marked Inauguration Day. While it is closed, other maintenance and routine work may also be happening. Astro Orbiter If you want to blast off into space, you’ll have to head over to Space Mountain because Astro Orbiter will be temporarily closed for refurbishment! Astro Orbiter Astro Orbiter closed as of January 13th and is planned to reopen in the summer of 2025. No specific date has been announced for the high-in-the-sky ride, but we’ll keep our eyes peeled for an update from Disney. The ride has currently been completely dismantled and is being refurbished elsewhere. It definitely looks a little barren as you are walking into Tomorrowland right now! Rope Drop In Magic Kingdom Has CHANGED Big Thunder Mountain Railroad We’ve been anticipating this ride closure for a while now, and on January 6th, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad closed for an extended temporary closure. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is closed The “Wildest Ride in the Wilderness” will be closed for at least a year and will reopen sometime in 2026. The ride will be undergoing maintenance while it is closed. When it reopens, it will have some “new magic,” according to Disney. We can’t wait to see what changes will be coming to this ever-popular roller coaster! Tomorrowland Terrace Tomorrowland Terrace is a quick-service restaurant that has been closed since the 2020 pandemic-related closures, but even before that, this spot was only occasionally open. Tomorrowland Terrace Once in a while, you’ll see the dining room open as a rest area (and it’s still being used for the Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Parties), but it’s usually all roped off and empty. Disney hasn’t announced when this spot could finally reopen, but we’ll be watching for updates. If you’re looking for a nice spot to hang out in Disney World and take a rest, this could be it! Tortuga Tavern Just like Tomorrowland Terrace, Tortuga Tavern is also a seasonal restaurant in Magic Kingdom. It has been a bit since we have seen it open. Most recently, it was used as a cookie location for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Tortuga Tavern We had previously spotted shrubs around the restaurant as they worked on the flooring. However, all the shrubs have been taken down now. We don’t know exactly when/if this restaurant will reopen, but we will keep you updated if we learn more! NEW Details Revealed: A Long-Abandoned Magic Kingdom Land Is Set for a Major Overhaul EPCOT Test Track Test Track closed on June 17th, and Disney is giving this ride a BIG makeover! Test Track is currently closed Disney has shared that the new version of Test Track will take inspiration from the old ride, World of Motion, that was originally there when the park opened in 1982. Disney shared more details at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Experience, and an updated opening timeline was just announced! We’ll be able to ride Test Track once again in late summer 2025. Restaurant Marrakesh Restaurant Marrakesh is currently closed as a dining location in the Morocco pavilion of EPCOT’s World Showcase, and there’s no word yet on when the restaurant could fully reopen. Restaurant Marrakesh Occasionally, we’ll see it open as a lounge or Kidcot Fun Stop. So, if you’re in the Morocco Pavilion, check it out to see if it’s open. We’re watching for updates on when the full restaurant could reopen! It Just Got CHEAPER to Eat at This Iconic EPCOT Restaurant, and I’m as Surprised as You Are Hollywood Studios Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy The Cars-themed show featuring Lighting McQueen permanently closed on October 8th, 2024, to make way for a brand-new Villains show. Sunset Showcase The Cars show was previously housed in the Sunset Showcase building, but the last day for guests to enjoy it was October 7th. The new Villains show is supposed to debut in the summer of 2025. We’re always watching for more details about the new show, and we recently spotted a casting call for Cruella de Vil, Captain Hook, and Maleficent! Voyage of the Little Mermaid Voyage of the Little Mermaid is currently closed in Disney World. A bit ago we spotted that the iconic Voyage of the Little Mermaid marquee has been removed! So far, it is still missing, but we are curious what, if anything, will take its place. Disney is going to introduce a new, updated show in this spot, though it will still be themed to the animated movie The Little Mermaid! The new show will be called “The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure,” and it is now coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Summer 2025. Voyage of the Little Mermaid Disney still hasn’t announced an official opening date for the new show, but it has been postponed from its Fall 2024 opening timeline. It will be a “fully reimagined theatrical production inspired by the Walt Disney Animation Studios classic.” REVIEW: There’s a Reason Why This Hollywood Studios Restaurant Isn’t Easy To Get Into Animal Kingdom It’s Tough to Be a Bug It’s Tough to Be a Bug is officially closed for good. This attraction in Disney’s Animal Kingdom invited you to join the bug kingdom on an adventure. While the show didn’t usually make it to the top of favorite attractions in Disney World, it has now officially closed to make way for a new show. It’s Tough to Be a Bug is closed! It’s Tough to Be a Bug closed on March 17th. The show is permanently closed to make way for a brand-new show, “Zootopia: Better Zoogether!” expected to debut in winter 2025. TriceraTop Spin, Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures, and Fossil Fun Games The first round of closures began in DinoLand U.S.A. on January 13th, 2025. TriceraTop Spin, Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures, and Fossil Fun Game were closed down, and construction has begun on the brand-new land themed to the Tropical Americas, Pueblo Esperanza. The walls have been up since the closure, and things have been disappearing from behind the walls. Almost everything has been taken down behind the walls, including the large green dinosaur. DinoLand, U.S.A. It is definitely a sad sight, but we are also excited to see Pueblo Esperanza! DINOSAUR, Restaurantosaurus, the snack stands, and The Boneyard remain open. Disney hasn’t announced an official closing date for the rest of DinoLand. However, they have announced that “2025 is your year to visit before it goes extinct!” These Disney Adult Animal Kingdom Hacks Are Getting Out of Control Disney Springs Starbucks on the West Side The Starbucks on the West Side of Disney Springs is temporarily closed for refurbishment. It closed on March 3rd but is expected to reopen in mid-summer. Starbucks is undergoing refurbishment Have no fear, though — you can still get your Starbucks fix in Disney Springs! Head over to the Disney Springs Marketplace location, which will be open during the refurbishment. Caffeine headaches are not allowed in Disney Springs! The New Rules You HAVE To Follow In Disney Springs Typhoon Lagoon Blizzard Beach officially welcomed guests back on November 4th, 2024! That same day, Typhoon Lagoon closed its gates for the season. Typhoon Lagoon Typhoon Lagoon will be reopening on May 1st, 2025. When it reopens, Blizzard Beach will be temporarily closing. Disney has been having one water park open at a time seasonally since 2020. In the meantime, you can enjoy the slopes at Blizzard Beach this winter! Click here to learn all about Blizzard Beach! Disney World Hotels Boat Transportation — Disney’s Old Key West Resort From February 10th until early April 2025, boat transportation from Disney’s Old Key West Resort to Disney Springs will be unavailable. The resort will offer buses to take you to Disney Springs during this time. Old Key West While it can be frustrating if you are looking forward to using the boat to get to Disney Springs, Disney always ensures you have a way to get where you need to go. The bus may not be quite as fun of a way to get there, but you will still reach your destination! Stormalong Bay and Hurricane Hanna’s– Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts Stormalong Bay is the shared pool between Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts. It features a beach, a lazy river, a large pool, and an exciting pirate ship slide! When we stopped by recently, we noticed that they were hard at work at Stormalong Bay. Stormalong Bay This pool area will be closed for refurbishment until June. While it’s closed, hotel guests can use the Tidal (Beach Club), Admiral (Yacht Club), and Dunes Cove (Beach Club) leisure pools. During the refurbishment, Hurricane Hanna’s, the pool bar at Stormalong Bay will also be closed. RESORT REVIEW: I’ve Stayed at This Disney World Hotel MANY Times. Here’s Why I Keep Coming Back Fantasia Pool — Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort From January 1st through April 30th, the Fantasia Pool at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort will be closed. Fantasia Pool While this pool is closed, you can swim at the Duck Pond Pool at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort if you’re staying here. Everything POP Shopping & Dining — Disney’s Pop Century Resort The Everything Pop Food Court still remains on Disney World’s refurbishment list. However, the area looks open except for one food window! Since July 29th, Everything Pop has been getting some work done. The refurbishment was supposed to end on September 29th. However, it was extended to being under refurbishment until April 2025. Currently, it is still under refurbishment, but the full food court and dining area are available; guests just might see or hear construction work being done. Pop Century is looking great! When we stopped by a few weeks back, it looked like all the walls were down. A Cast Member said the food court and gift shop are pretty much done, but some behind-the-scenes work is still being done. The only thing we noticed was one food window still closed off. Merchandise Locations — Disney’s BoardWalk The merchandise locations along Disney’s BoardWalk will be closing for refurbishment in phases. The closures will last until May 2025, but two merchandise locations will always be available during the refurbishment. Disney’s BoardWalk The Character Carnival is currently closed. While they are working on the Character Carnival, you can shop at Screen Door General Store and Thimbles & Threads. HOLD UP. We Are OBSESSED with These Easter Eggs at Disney World Right Now! Don’t want to go through all of the stress of booking your Disney World trip alone? Reach out to our friends at Small World Vacations! Their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings, compare discounts, and determine which works best for your travel party, dates, resort, and touring plans. They also share expert tips and first-hand advice about your magical vacation. Small World Vacations Looking for more resources to help you get ready for your upcoming trip? Check out these posts to learn all about Disney World’s rides: 10 Rides to AVOID in Disney World if You Struggle with Motion Sickness What It Takes to CHANGE a Disney World Ride 9 of the SCARIEST Rides in Disney World, According to YOU! A FULL LIST of the Thrill Rides in Disney World! The Ultimate Guide to the BEST and WORST Seats On EVERY Magic Kingdom Ride We’ll keep you updated with all the latest news, so stay tuned to DFB. Full List of Important Disney World Closures You Should Plan Around in 2025 Planning a Trip to Disney World? We’ve Got Everything You Need to Know The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Disney World Vacation A Month-by-Month Guide to Planning Your Disney World Trip Tips, Hints, Lists, and Videos for Planning the BEST Disney World Trip Learn About the Disney Park Pass System The Ultimate Disney World Packing List Everything You Need to Know About Lightning Lanes Insider SECRETS for Your First Trip to Disney World A Complete Look at the Current Disney Discounts and Deals The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click Here to Subscribe When is your next Disney World vacation? Let us know in the comments! The post A Disney World Restaurant Is Temporarily Closing THIS Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Looking for the latest Disney merchandise? We’ve got you covered! ©Shutterstock There are so many cute ways to bring the Disney magic home to you and we’re covering them all! Here are the best Disney deals we’ve found to add a little pixie dust to everyday life while you’re away from the parks. 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, don’t forget you can also test out Amazon Prime for free right here! Disney is our happy place! It’s a great way to have fun with the whole family, relax, and play away from the world! While we aren’t in the parks, we love to add touches to our home and daily life that make every day a little bit more magical and Amazon helps us with that! They also have great park essentials too so let’s check out our favorite Disney finds from this week. Mickey Mouse Baseball Cap ©Amazon Starting with a subtle way to upgrade your daily wardrobe, we found this embroidered Mickey Mouse Baseball cap! It comes in 7 different colors and is great for at home or in the parks. Mickey Baseball Cap Fantasia Mickey Shirt ©Amazon Next up is this awesome Fantasia Mickey Mouse shirt! Fans of the original movie or just the Sorcerer Mickey design will love this one. It could be great for a chill day at home or a visit to Hollywood Studios. Fantasia Mickey Shirt Mickey and Minnie Earrings ©Amazon Wanting some more subtle Disney jewelry? These mismatched Mickey and Minnie earrings are the perfect option for that! These small studs are in the classic black and red color scheme for these beloved characters and are silver-plated. Mickey and Minnie Earrings Strawberry Sundae Munchling ©Amazon If you need a fun gift or cozy addition to your house this Minnie Mouse Strawberry Sundae Munchling is perfect! It’s a 10-inch plush that smells like strawberries so who could ask for more? At the time of writing, it’s also on a big sale! Strawberry Sundae Minnie Munchling Funko Haunted Mansion Game ©Amazon Want to get everyone in on the fun? This Haunted Mansion board game is the perfect way to do it! This game lets you roam the mansion while you contract the happy haunts throughout the game, but don’t gather too many or you’ll become the next resident. 2-6 players can enjoy this game and it’s recommended for 8+. Haunted Mansion Board Game 4 Town 4 Ever Tee ©Amazon If you’ve seen Turning Red, you’ll know how iconic this shirt is! If you haven’t, go watch it right now so you can appreciate this shirt inspired by the boyband 4Town. This cotton tee is the perfect way to show that there’s nobody like you! 4Town 4Ever Tee We couldn’t be more obsessed with this Disney merchandise and yes, we did just turn on the 4Town album to enjoy for the rest of the day. As always, make sure to keep following DFB for all of your Disney merchandise needs! Shop for more on our Amazon StorefrontThe post Save Up to 58% On These Disney Amazon Finds Today first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Okay, it’s no secret that there is some GOOD EATING in Disney Springs. That probably has to do with many of the restaurants there that are owned by celebrity chefs. Disney Springs From Morimoto Asia, which is owned by Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto to Chicken Guy!, owned by Guy Fieri, to Homecomin’, owned by Art Smith, there’s no shortage of famous chefs who own restaurants in Disney Springs. Well, we just got a chance to chat with one of Disney Springs’ celebrity chefs, Maneet Chauhan, who owns eet by Maneet Chauhan, and she filled us in on the one thing you should order at her restaurant. Okay, so we’re already BIG fans of eet by Maneet Chauhan — it’s seriously one of the most underrated restaurants in Disney World. However, after a media event where we got to have lunch with Chauhan, we’re even BIGGER fans of the dining spot. Of course, though, we had to ask what the most underrated item on the menu at the restaurant is in her expert opinion. Chauhan told us it’s the Street Style Puffed Rice Salad, made with crispy puffed rice, mango, strawberry, potato, cilantro, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney. We had lunch with a celebrity chef! However, the most popular things on the menu are the Tandoori Chicken Poutine, the Chicken Tikka Naan Pizza, and the DIY Pani Puri. Tandoori Chicken Poutine Chauhan also spilled the tea on some of the other celebrity chefs. She said the two judges she’s most nervous to face in TV cooking competitions are Eric Ripert and Daniel Boulud. However, she also talked about how most of the celebrity chefs are just like a big family and even told us that Guy Fieri (who owns Chicken Guy! in Disney Springs) isn’t as cool as he seems — he’s even cooler. She spoke about how he treats everyone like family and always steps up if someone is facing a challenge like an illness to organize fundraisers. Chicken Guy! Finally, Chauhan said the location in Disney Springs was a dream come true for her because she can bring the beauty of Indian food to mainstream America. Maneet Chauhan We really enjoyed our lunch with Maneet Chauhan and we’ll be returning to eet by Maneet Chauhan often and recommend you do so, too! Stay tuned to DFB for more. REVIEW: Forget The Drinks During Happy Hour At Disney World, THIS Is What You’re Really Craving 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 Have you been to eet by Maneet Chauhan? What’s your favorite menu item there? Share with us 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 eet by Maneet Chauhan to attend a lunch with Maneet Chauhan. 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 The One Thing a Celebrity Chef Is Begging You to Order in Disney Springs first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Every week, we report the average Disney World wait times in every park so that you can be prepared for your next trip to Orlando! Magic Kingdom With Spring Break crowds making their way to the parks, knowing what the weekly average waits are for rides can make or break your upcoming trip. If you’re heading to the parks soon, we’ve got all the info you need to know! Don’t believe us? Take a look at this week’s average wait times, where Cosmic Rewind takes the cake with the highest average weekly wait! Magic Kingdom Wait Times This week at the Magic Kingdom, TRON had the highest wait yet again with a whopping 89-minute average wait, much higher than last week’s 79 minutes. The finale! TRON Lightcycle / Run — 89 minutes Tiana’s Bayou Adventure — 77 minutes Seven Dwarfs Mine Train — 63 minutes Space Mountain — 51 minutes Peter Pan’s Flight — 49 minutes Jungle Cruise — 42 minutes Haunted Mansion — 34 minutes Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh — 32 minutes Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin — 28 minutes Enchanted Tales with Belle — 22 minutes Small World “it’s a small world” — 22 minutes Pirates of the Caribbean — 22 minutes Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini — 21 minutes Dumbo the Flying Elephant — 20 minutes Magic Carpets of Aladdin — 19 minutes Mickey’s PhilharMagic — 15 minutes Tomorrowland Speedway — 15 minutes Mad Tea Party Mad Tea Party — 14 minutes Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover — 13 minutes Prince Charming Regal Carrousel — 10 minutes Enchanted Tiki Room — 10 minutes Carousel of Progress Country Bear Musical Jamboree — 9 minutes Liberty Square Riverboat — 6 minutes Carousel of Progress — 5 minutes Tom Sawyer Island — 5 minutes This Is One of the BEST Things To Do in Magic Kingdom, and You Can’t Change My Mind EPCOT Wait Times EPCOT EPCOT was also not surprising this week, with Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind having the highest average weekly wait of 95 minutes. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind — 95 minutes Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure — 62 minutes Frozen Ever After — 57 minutes Soarin’ — 37 minutes The Seas with Nemo and Friends — 19 minutes Remy’s Mission: SPACE — 17 minutes Turtle Talk with Crush — 16 minutes Spaceship Earth — 16 minutes Living with the Land — 13 minutes Journey into Imagination — 12 minutes Test Track and Gran Fiesta Tour are both currently closed for refurbishment. Awesome Planet, American Adventure, Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival, Impressions de France, and Reflections of China had no wait times this week. This Is One of the BEST Things To Do in EPCOT and You Can’t Change My Mind Animal Kingdom Wait Times Flight of Passage continued to dominate Animal Kingdom’s wait times this week with an average of 86 minutes. Flight of Passage Avatar Flight of Passage — 86 minutes Na’vi River Journey — 52 minutes Kilimanjaro Safaris — 47 minutes Expedition Everest — 38 minutes ©Disney Dinosaur — 28 minutes Kali River Rapids — 21 minutes It’s Tough To Be a Bug closed permanently and The Boneyard had no wait times this week. These Disney Adult Animal Kingdom Hacks Are Getting Out of Control Hollywood Studios Wait Times Over in Hollywood Studios is where things get interesting, with Slinky Dog Dash taking the top spot with the highest average weekly wait at 76 minutes. Rise of the Resistance Slinky Dog Dash — 76 minutes Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster — 71 minutes Rise of the Resistance — 68 minutes Tower of Terror — 48 minutes Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway — 46 minutes Toy Story Mania — 45 minutes Hollywood Studios Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run — 42 minutes Alien Swirling Saucers — 30 minutes Star Tours — 12 minutes Muppet*Vision 3D — 10 minutes Walt Disney Presents had no wait times this week. So Are We Just Going to Ignore the Hollywood Studios Ride Elephant in the Room?? Stay tuned to DFB for more updates from Disney World! We Need NEW RULES for Driving to Disney World 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 How long would you wait for your favorite ride? Let us know in the comments below! The post This Ride Continues To Dominate Disney World Wait Times first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article