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If you’re heading to Disney World soon, you’ve probably started to plan and pack. Magic Kingdom You might have your flights booked, your hotel room reservation made, your park tickets purchased, and the bare necessities being gathered to be packed, such as shirts, pants, shorts, and shoes. Of course, you’ll probably need your bathing suit, Disney attire like Minnie ears, maybe a hat, and a pair of sandals for at the pool. But there are a few items that you’re definitely going to want to bring with you, and while they can be a bit uncomfortable to talk about, we NEED to because they’re really that important and will make your trip SO much better if you have them. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We’re sorry if this conversation is a little weird, but these uncomfortable-to-discuss items are really that important to bring with you, as they’ll make your trip 10x better. Luckily, you can purchase them all online on Amazon, so it’s not awkward to buy in person. Remember, you can get free, fast shipping with an Amazon Prime membership, so sign up for a FREE trial below! Grab a Megababe Anti-Chafe Stick ©Amazon Trust us, you won’t regret bringing this small stick with you to Disney World. Save your thighs from chaffing while you do all that walking around the parks. You’re likely going to put on over 10 miles of walking a day, and this anti-friction stick will save you from tons of discomfort! Get It Here! Don’t Forget To Pack the Moleskin Moleskin We’re not joking about how much you’re going to walk at Disney World. It is a marathon, not a sprint. So come prepared with some moleskin patches just in case those new shoes start giving you blisters. Get It Here! Wear a Pair of Slip Shorts ©Amazon Another great option to help with chafing is these slip shorts! They’re great for under dresses, too, so when you’re riding the rides, you don’t feel exposed. They’ll keep everything tucked in and save your thighs from discomfort. Get It Here! You’ll Want Extra Strength Antiperspirant Wipes ©Amazon Y’all, Florida is HOT. And with all the walking and moving you’re going to be doing, it doesn’t matter what time of year you go, you’ll probably be sweating…a lot. These clinical-strength anti-sweat wipes will help keep the sweat at bay! Get It Here! A Whole Body Deodorant Is a Great Idea ©Amazon Sweat, plus heat, can equal smells we just don’t want to have (or want to talk about). So grab a whole-body deodorant stick to help keep you smelling fresh all over your body. This Lume stick was developed for anywhere and everywhere externally on your body, so glide it on and smell fresh all day in the parks! Get It Here! Grab a Pair of Moisture Wicking Underwear ©Amazon We definitely suggest packing some moisture-wicking underwear! I think by now you realize how serious we are about the heat, the walking, and the sweat that you’re going to experience on your trip to Disney World. So stay cool and comfortable with breathable and moisture-wicking undergarments. Get It Here! We want to make sure you have a great trip to Disney World, no matter how uncomfortable the topic is. So try taking these six items along for a better vacation. Keep following DFB for more Disney news! Don’t miss out on more Disney souvenirs on our Amazon storefront!The post Not Trying To Make It Weird but These 6 "Uncomfortable" Things Will Make Your Disney World Trip 10x Better first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Do you want to know one of our favorite tricks to riding as many Disney World attractions as possible in a single day? Magic Kingdom Nope, we’re not talking about hitting the parks for rope drop or using Lightning Lanes, we’re here to talk about Disney After Hours! These events are offered on select nights throughout the year, and with your ticket, you’ll have access to the park of your choice after it closes for the day. With After Hours, we’ve been able to knock out SO many rides with short wait times, and it looks like people are starting to catch on to the appeal! Disney After Hours events return to Disney World in 2025, and now, the first event of the year is SOLD OUT. Magic Kingdom After Hours events start on January 6th, and that date is now completely booked. Fewer crowds at After Hours events! If you’d like to go to After Hours at Magic Kingdom, tickets are still available for most Monday nights through May 19th. Prices range from $175-$185 per adult. You can also currently purchase tickets for After Hours at Hollywood Studios and EPCOT, available through the Disney World website or My Disney Experience app. An empty Magic Kingdom during After Hours After Hours events typically take place during the first part of the year, before the holiday season parties really kick off. This year, they’ll be running a little bit into the fall at EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. At Hollywood Studios, After Hours will take place on select nights from January 22nd-September 3rd. At EPCOT, you can attend After Hours on select nights from February 27th-September 25th. Hi, Mickey! During this events, you’ll get access to many rides in the park (with shorter waits than usual), as well as complimentary snacks and drinks like bottled sodas, water, ice cream novelties, and popcorn. Some of these events also offer exclusive entertainment or character meets. Popcorn If you’ve got a group who doesn’t like to wake up for rope drop, skipping a park ticket for the day and doing an After Hours event instead is a great way to get your park hours in. We highly recommend checking out one of these events if you haven’t done it before! Slinky Dog Dash Stay tuned to DFB for more news and updates on all the events in Disney World. We’ve got you covered with the latest. Click Here to Learn All About After Hours in Magic Kingdom! 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 going to After Hours in Disney World in 2025? Tell us in the comments! The post A Popular Magic Kingdom Event Is Already Starting to SELL OUT! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

For every piece of bad news, there’s a silver lining sure to follow — even on the Disney World scene! Walt Disney World So get ready to hear about the bad, followed by the GOOD, when it comes to your Disney World vacation in 2025 — here on DFB Guide! Check out our video below: BAD News About Disney World in 2025  Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more theme park news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What is your favorite Disney World snack of all time? Tell us in the comments. The post DFB Video: BAD News About Disney World in 2025 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’ve been looking for a way to skip those long queues at Disney World, you’ve got your options – mainly Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass. Lightning Lane But if you’re down to shell out for the ultimate skip the line option, then Lightning Lane Premier Pass (LLPP) might be what you want to choose. Speaking of the Premier Pass, there’s been a HUGE rule change that Disney implemented and it’s definitely been causing waves in Disney World. So let’s talk about it! What’s New with the Lightning Lane Premier Pass? When LLPP launched in late October 2024, it was exclusive to guests staying at Deluxe Hotels, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green. This exclusivity made sense given the hefty price tag (ranging from $129 to a jaw-dropping $449 per day, per person). ©Disney But on November 22nd, Disney announced a game-changing update: LLPP is now available to guests staying at any Disney World hotel including Moderate and Value Resorts. Yup, so even if you’re staying at Disney’s Pop Century or All-Star Movies Resort, you can snag this premium pass. Sounds great, right? Well, this shift is creating some unexpected consequences. Sell-Outs Are Here The floodgates have opened, and as a result, LLPP is selling out in record time, especially during the busiest time of the year. Here’s what we’ve seen so far during this holiday season: Magic Kingdom: Sold out December 21, 25-31, and January 1-3 EPCOT: Sold out December 21 and 31 Hollywood Studios: Sold out December 27-31 Magic Kingdom, in particular, is a hot commodity, with almost two full weeks of sell-outs, and with these dates spanning both Christmas and New Year’s, it’s clear that demand is at an all-time high. ©Disney Why This Change Is a Big Deal When LLPP was limited to Deluxe Resort guests, availability was naturally more constrained to a smaller group. Now, with Moderate and Value Resort guests in the mix, competition for these premium passes has skyrocketed. Lightning Lane For many Disney-goers, this creates a bit of a dilemma. If you’ve already budgeted for the pass (remember, prices are dynamic and can go up to $449 per person), the fear of missing out on those sell-out dates is real. Also, if you’re someone who likes to book your plans far in advance, this adds another layer of stress to your Disney planning. A Quick Refresher on LLPP In case you’re not familiar with Lightning Lane Premier Pass, here’s the deal: Skip the lines: LLPP lets you use the Lightning Lane at most attractions in a single park without making reservations or scheduling time slots. Just scan and go! Single park only: The pass is tied to the park you purchase it for, so if you’re hopping to another park, your LLPP won’t work there. Book in advance: You can buy LLPP up to seven days before your park visit, as long as you have a valid hotel reservation and park admission. ©Disney What Does This Mean for You? If you’re heading to Disney World and planning to use LLPP, here’s our advice: Act fast: With sell-outs becoming common, don’t wait to purchase your LLPP. As soon as your 7-day window opens, secure your pass for the park you want. Plan strategically: If LLPP for your park of choice is sold out, you might need to rethink your strategy. Consider alternatives like the Lightning Lane Multi Pass or Lightning Lane Single Pass, though these require reservations and don’t offer the same flexibility. Budget accordingly: LLPP is a splurge, and with holiday pricing, it’s critical to weigh whether the cost is worth the convenience for your group. At the end of the day, Disney’s decision to open up LLPP to Moderate and Value Resort guests has leveled the playing field for those staying at more affordable hotels, but it also adds pressure to an already competitive system. LLPP sell-outs are a reminder of just how popular this option has become, and how quickly you need to act if it’s part of your Disney game plan. Lightning Lane In the meantime, we’ll keep you updated on any new developments so keep checking back with us at DFB for all the latest Disney news! January Prices CONFIRMED for Disney World’s Lightning Lane System Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Would you purchase the Lightning Lane Premier Pass in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post CONFIRMED: A HUGE Rule Change Is Causing Waves in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s been a HUGE year for the Disney Cruise Line. Disney Cruise ship Not only did we learn about several new ships joining the fleet, but we even got to set sail on the Disney Treasure before it made its official Maiden Voyage! It takes a lot to keep these ships running in tip-top shape and the latest sanitation report from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) proves just how well Disney does it! The Disney Cruise Line (DCL) fleet is comprised of six world-class ships: the Disney Magic, the Disney Wonder, the Disney Dream, the Disney Fantasy, the Disney Wish, and the newest ship in the fleet: the Disney Treasure! The fleet will be joined by the Disney Destiny and Disney Adventure in 2025, too! In fact, Disney has announced the Line will expand its fleet to thirteen by the year 2031. Disney Treasure! It takes a lot of work to keep these ships running smoothly so guests have the best experience possible, and one ship in particular just scored a perfect 100 on the Centers for Disease Control’s (CDC) latest Sanitation Report! Inspections happen at different times for each ship, but the most recent scores show that the Disney Wish is batting 100. Disney Wish Here’s how each Disney Cruise ship scored during its latest inspection — a score above 95 is considered excellent, and a score of less than 85 is considered not satisfactory: Disney Dream: 99 Disney Fantasy: 98 Disney Magic: 96 Disney Wish: 100 Disney Wonder: 96 Disney Wish Since the Disney Treasure is so new, it’s possible the CDC has yet to run its sanitation tests to find out that score. We’ll be sure to keep an eye out for it, though! If you’re considering setting sail with the Disney Cruise Line, now is a great time to do it! We’ve got PLENTY of stellar guides and tips on sailing with Disney in 2025, so you won’t have to go in without having as much info as possible. And, our friends over at Small World Vacations can help you plan from start to finish! They’re licensed Disney Travel Agents who have years and years of experience. Luckily, Disney usually scores pretty high on these CDC Sanitation Reports — the Cast Members and crew do a great job of making sure things are running in tip-top shape. We’ll be on the lookout for even more updates about Disney Cruise Line and the latest Disney news. Don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog so you don’t miss any important announcements! EVERYTHING You Need To Know About Setting Sail with Disney Cruise Line What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Explore Disney’s Mega Cruise Ship – The Wish A Full List of What You CAN’T Bring on a Disney Cruise These Are the BEST Times to Book Your Disney Cruise The Best Ways to SAVE SPACE in Your Tiny Cruise Cabin 10 Things You NEED on Your Next Cruise (That You Won’t Think to Pack!) What It’s Like to Live on a Cruise Ship for 6 Months Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Have you been on a Disney Cruise? Tell us in the comments. The post It's Official! This Disney Cruise Ship Just Earned a PERFECT Sanitation Score first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you want to use the Disney Dining Plan for your upcoming Disney World vacation, there is some important information you need to know before you go. Disney World souvenir popcorn bucket In case you’re unfamiliar, the Dining Plan is an optional add-on to your Disney World trip that allows you to pre-pay for your meals. Now, Disney just confirmed that starting in 2025, a popular FREE dining deal is returning. That means you can enjoy all the perks of the Dining Plan…for free. If you’re planning a trip to Disney World and want to take advantage of the free dining deal, you might want to see which restaurants accept Dining Plan credits. We have a FULL LIST of the hotel restaurants that qualify for the Disney Dining Plan. Let’s dive in! Starting this January, you can get a FREE Disney Dining Plan by purchasing select Disney World vacation packages. Between January 2nd and February 10th, Disney will offer a free dining plan with the purchase of a non-discounted 3-night, 3-day (minimum) Disney vacation package that includes a room at a select Disney Resort hotel and a ticket with a Park Hopper option. Full spread at Satu’li Canteen The deal is valid for vacations beginning May 27th through June 26th and July 7th through August 6th, 2025. Disney Dining Plan Hotel Restaurants The Dining Plan is an optional add-on to your Disney World trip, but you must book a stay at a Disney-owned-and-operated hotel. Disney offers two versions of the Disney Dining Plan, including the Quick Service Disney Dining Plan and the Standard Disney Dining Plan. The Disney Dining Plan FAQ answers ALL your questions! Below, you will find a list of all of the hotel restaurants in Disney World that will accept the Disney Dining Plan in 2025. Note that this list is subject to change. If there are restaurants that you don’t see on this list, stay tuned to see if they get added at a later date. Disney’s All-Star Resorts Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks World Premiere Food Court – All-Star Movies Resort Silver Screen Spirits Pool Bar – All-Star Movies Resort Intermission Food Court – All-Star Music Resort Singing Spirits Pool Bar – All-Star Music Resort End Zone Food Court – All-Star Sports Resort Grandstand Spirits Pool Bar — All-Star Sports Resort Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Table Service Meal Locations These Table Service restaurants require 1 Table Service credit per person: Boma — Flavors of Africa Sanaa (including Sanaa To Go) These Table Service restaurants require 2 Table Service credits per person: Jiko – The Cooking Place Cape Town Lounge and Wine Bar Lounges These Lounges requires 1 Table Service credit per person: Victoria Falls Sanaa Lounge Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks Maji Pool Bar The Mara Sanaa (Quick Service for Breakfast only; Table Service for Lunch and Dinner) Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks Landscape of Flavors The Drop Off Pool Bar Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Table Service Meal Locations These Table Service restaurants require 1 Table Service credit per person: Trattoria al Forno These Table Service restaurants require 2 Table Service credits per person: Flying Fish Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks BoardWalk Deli BoardWalk Pizza Window Carousel Coffee Leaping Horse Libations Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Table Service Meal Locations Sebastian’s Bistro Lounges This Lounge requires 1 Table Service credit per person: Banana Cabana Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks Centertown Market Grab ‘n Go Spyglass Grill Disney’s Contemporary Resort Table Service Meal Locations These Table Service restaurants require 1 Table Service credit per person: Chef Mickey’s Steakhouse 71 (including Steakhouse 71 To Go) Lounges This Lounge requires 1 Table Service credit per person: Steakhouse 71 Lounge Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks Contempo Cafe Cove Bar The Sand Bar Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Table Service Meal Locations These Table Service restaurants require 1 Table Service credit per person: Rix Sports Bar & Grill Maya Grill Three Bridges Bar and Grill Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood Lounges This Lounge requires 1 Table Service credit per person: Dahlia Lounge Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks Barcelona Lounge Cafe Rix El Mercado de Coronado Siestas Cantina Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks Trail’s End Restaurant The Chuck Wagon Meadow Snack Bar Lounges This Lounge requires 1 Table Service credit per person: Crockett’s Tavern Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Table Service Meal Locations These Table Service restaurants require 1 Table Service credit per person: Grand Floridian Cafe 1900 Park Fare These Table Service restaurants require 2 Table Service credits per person: Cítricos Cítricos Lounge Narcoossee’s Lounges This Lounge requires 1 Table Service credit per person: Enchanted Rose Lounge Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks Beaches Pool Bar Courtyard Pool Bar Gasparilla Island Grill Disney’s Old Key West Resort Table Service Meal Locations These Table Service restaurants require 1 Table Service credit per person: Olivia’s Cafe (including Olivia’s Cafe To Go) Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks Good’s Food to Go Gurgling Suitcase Turtle Shack Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Table Service Meal Locations These Table Service restaurants require 1 Table Service credit per person: Kona Cafe (including Kona Cafe To Go) ‘Ohana Wailulu Bar & Grill (Lunch and Dinner) Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks Capt. Cook’s Oasis Bar and Grill Wailulu Bar & Grill (Accepts Snack Credits for Grab-and-Go Breakfast items in the mornings) Lounge This Lounge requires 1 Table Service credit per person: Tambu Lounge Disney’s Pop Century Resort Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks Everything POP Shopping & Dining Petals Pool Bar Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — Riverside Table Service Meal Locations These Table Service restaurants require 1 Table Service credit per person: Boatwright’s Dining Hall Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks Muddy Rivers Riverside Mill Food Court Lounges This Lounge requires 1 Table Service credit per person: River Roost Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks Mardi Grogs Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory Scat Cat’s Club — Cafe Lounges This Lounge requires 1 Table Service credit per person: Scat Cat’s Club — Lounge Disney’s Riviera Resort These Table Service restaurants require 1 Table Service credit per person: Mickey & Friends Breakfast at Topolino’s Terrace These Table Service restaurants require 2 Table Service credits per person: DINNER at Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks Bar Riva Le Petit Cafe Primo Piatto Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort Table Service Meal Locations These Table Service restaurants require 1 Table Service credit per person: The Turf Club Bar and Grill Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks The Artist’s Palette Backstretch Pool Bar The Paddock Grill Lounges This Lounge requires 1 Table Service credit per person: The Turf Club Lounge Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Table Service Meal Locations These Table Service restaurants require 1 Table Service credit per person: Whispering Canyon Cafe These Table Service restaurants require 2 Table Service credits per person: Story Book Dining at Artist Point with Snow White Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks Roaring Fork Lounge These Lounges requires 1 Table Service credit per person: Territory Lounge Geyser Point Bar & Grill (including Geyser Point Bar & Grill To Go) Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts These Table Service restaurants require 1 Table Service credit per person: Beaches & Cream Soda Shop Cape May Cafe Ale & Compass Restaurant (including Ale & Compass To Go) These Table Service restaurants require 2 Table Service credits per person: Yachtsman Steakhouse Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks Beach Club Marketplace Hurricane Hanna’s Waterside Bar and Grill The Market at Ale & Compass Lounges These Lounges requires 1 Table Service credit per person: Ale & Compass Lounge Crew’s Cup Lounge Martha’s Vineyard Looking for more information? The 2025 Disney Dining Plan Restaurants — Walt Disney World Page has EVERYTHING you need to know! We have MUCH more information to share with you! The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining e-Book features a full chapter on deciding whether the Dining Plan is worth it for your family. You can get your own copy here! We also have a guide entirely focused on the Disney Dining Plan. The DFB Guide to Maximizing the Disney Dining Plan breaks down each plan’s pros and cons. 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 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 In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Disney Dining Plan at Walt Disney World Resort DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO Do you plan to use the Disney Dining Plan? Let us know in the comments! The post FULL LIST of Disney Hotel Restaurants That Qualify for the NEW Free Dining Deal first appeared on the disney food blog. 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It’s amazing how two simple words can perk up the ears of any Disney expert. Every once in a while, Disney releases new deals and discounts for upcoming vacations. Maybe you’re looking out for a sweet hotel discount. Maybe you’re hoping for a special vacation package offer. Well, there is one special deal that’s been SUPER rare over the past few years. Ever heard of a little thing called free dining? Fruit Mickey Waffle Stay calm, everyone. It’s really happening. Disney is bringing free dining BACK in 2025, and this time, ANYONE can take advantage of the offer. You may remember free dining made its long-awaited return in early 2024 for a select group of people, but since then, it’s been all quiet on the dining front. Well, the wait is over! We’re here to tell you everything you need to know about this deal, so let’s hop to it. Back in the day (we’re talking pre-pandemic), free dining offers were pretty common. Typically, based on our research, the free dining deal is one of the ONLY ways to save money when dining in Disney World. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t often save money if you pay for the Disney Dining Plan. But the FREE version? That’s another story… Free Dining Offer Disney is offering a new deal, and bookings are available starting January 2nd, 2025. You can get a FREE Disney Dining Plan with the purchase of select Disney World vacation packages for hotel stays this summer! DOLE Whip is a must on your Disney trip. Between January 2nd and February 10th, Disney is offering a free dining plan with the purchase of a non-discounted 3-night, 3-day (at minimum) Disney vacation package that includes a room at a select Disney Resort hotel and a ticket with a Park Hopper option. This means you only have roughly a one-month window to book a trip. Cinderella’s Royal Table The deal will apply to vacations starting May 27th through June 26th and July 7th through August 6th, 2025. Note that if you want free dining, you must purchase a non-discounted vacation package. That means no hotel discounts! Disney Dining Plan Currently, Disney has two versions of the Disney Dining Plan for different budgets and planning styles. The Dining Plan is an optional add-on to your Disney World trip (but you must book a stay at a Disney-owned-and-operated hotel). Once you purchase the Dining Plan, you have basically pre-paid for your meals. Then, on vacation, you simply: Head to a restaurant on the list of participating locations EAT! Scan your MagicBand, Key to the World card, or Disney MagicMobile pass At the end of the meal, the credits for your food will be deducted from your pre-paid meal or snack allotment, so you don’t pay while you’re at the restaurant. (Note: Gratuity is not included at table-service meals.) Our Disney Dining Plan FAQ will answer your biggest questions! Remember how we said there are two Dining Plans? Currently, you can use the Quick Service Disney Dining Plan or the Standard Disney Dining Plan. With the Quick Service Disney Dining Plan, you get the following (per person, per night): 2 Quick Service Meals 1 Snack Further, with each Quick Service Meal Entitlement, you’ll receive: 1 Entrée (including any accompanying sides) 1 Beverage (includes specialty drinks such as milkshakes and alcoholic beverages where available for guests using an Adult Quick Service Credit) Cosmic Ray’s food With the Standard Disney Dining Plan, you get the following (per person, per night): 1 Table Service Meal 1 Quick Service Meal 1 Snack Additionally, with each Standard Dining Plan Meal Entitlement, you’ll receive: 1 Entrée (with accompanying sides) 1 Dessert (Lunch and Dinner Only) 1 Beverage (Includes Specialty Beverages and Alcoholic Drinks) OR 1 Family Style or Buffet Meal (Includes all-you-care-to-eat food and standard drinks.) You can also order an alcoholic or specialty beverage Space 220 Without Disney’s new free dining offer, you’ll pay over $50 per adult per day for the Quick Service Dining Plan and over $95 per adult per day for the Standard Dining Plan. Here’s the full list of prices for 2025 Dining Plans: Quick Service Disney Dining Plan: $59.14 per night per adult (ages 10 and up) $24.70 per night per child (age 3-9) Standard Disney Dining Plan: $97.70 per night per adult (ages 10 and up) $30.78 per night per child (age 3-9) The number of meals and snacks is based on the number of nights you stay in Disney World. Our entire meal at Tiffins Is the Disney Dining Plan Worth It? This depends on how much food you and your family usually eat on vacation. Our best suggestion is to crunch the numbers. We have a full chapter on deciding whether the Dining Plan is worth it for your family in our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining e-Book. You can get your own copy here! Additionally, we also have a guide entirely focused on the Disney Dining Plan! The DFB Guide to Maximizing the Disney Dining Plan breaks down each plan and its pros and cons. 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 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 Disney Dining Plan Resources Full Disney Dining Plan FAQ — everything you need to know about the Disney Dining Plans. How to Maximize Your Disney Dining Plan Credits! Why You SHOULD Buy the Disney Dining Plan Why You Should NOT Buy the Disney Dining Plan More Disney Dining Information and FAQs For more Disney dining information, including details on dining discounts, restaurants, menus, and more, visit our Disney Dining Reference Page. In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Disney Dining Plan at Walt Disney World Resort DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO Are you planning to take advantage of this deal? Let us know in the comments! The post BREAKING: FREE Dining Deal Announced for Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

So. You want to use the Disney Dining Plan for your upcoming Disney World vacation. Maybe you want the convenience of pre-paying for your meals. Maybe you like sticking to a list. Maybe you want to experience a variety of Disney food on vacation. No matter your reasoning, it’s important to know exactly what is and isn’t included with the Disney Dining Plan. Mickey Pretzel Disney just made a BIG announcement regarding the Disney Dining Plan. Starting in 2025, the beloved free dining deal is returning this summer! That means you can enjoy all the benefits of the Dining Plan…without paying for this pricey add-on. But if you’re planning a trip to Disney World with the free dining deal in mind, you might want to make sure the restaurants you like accept Dining Plan credits. Luckily, we have a FULL LIST of the restaurants that qualify in Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, EPCOT, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disney Springs. Now, listen up; this is important! The free dining deal is a BIG deal. We’ve found that it’s one of the few ways to save money when dining at Disney World. You can get a FREE Disney Dining Plan by purchasing select Disney World vacation packages. Between January 2nd and February 10th, Disney is offering a free dining plan with the purchase of a non-discounted 3-night, 3-day (minimum) Disney vacation package that includes a room at a select Disney Resort hotel and a ticket with a Park Hopper option. Sci-Fi Dine-In Theatre Restaurant The deal is good for trips starting May 27th through June 26th and July 7th through August 6th, 2025. Disney Dining Plan Restaurants The Dining Plan is an optional add-on to your Disney World trip (but you must book a stay at a Disney-owned-and-operated hotel). Currently, Disney offers two versions of the Disney Dining Plan; the Quick Service Disney Dining Plan and the Standard Disney Dining Plan. The Disney Dining Plan FAQ will answer your questions! Below, you will find a list of all of the restaurants in the four Disney World theme parks (and Disney Springs) that will accept the Disney Dining Plan in 2025. Note that this list is subject to change. If there are restaurants that you don’t see on this list, stay tuned to see if they get added at a later date. Magic Kingdom — Table Service Meal Locations These Table Service restaurants require 1 Table Service credit per person: The Crystal Palace The Diamond Horseshoe Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen Liberty Tree Tavern The Plaza Restaurant Tony’s Town Square These Table Service restaurants require 2 Table Service credits per person: Be Our Guest Restaurant Cinderella’s Royal Table Magic Kingdom — Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks Casey’s Corner Columbia Harbour House Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe The Friar’s Nook Gaston’s Tavern Golden Oak Outpost Liberty Square Market The Lunching Pad Main Street Bakery (Magic Kingdom Starbucks) Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe Pinocchio Village Haus Sleepy Hollow Refreshments Tortuga Tavern (open seasonally) Magic Kingdom — Snack-only Locations Aloha Isle Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies Big Top Treats Cheshire Cafe Cool Ship Energy Bytes Joffrey’s Revive Main Street Confectionery Plaza Ice Cream Parlor Prince Eric’s Village Market Storybook Treats Sunshine Tree Terrace Westward Ho Ice Cream Novelties, Popcorn, Pretzel, and Churro Carts Select pre-packaged snacks at Merchandise locations EPCOT EPCOT — Table Service Meal Locations These Table Service restaurants require 1 Table Service credit per person: Akershus Royal Banquet Hall — BREAKFAST Biergarten Restaurant Chefs de France Coral Reef Restaurant Garden Grill La Hacienda de San Angel La Crêperie de Paris Nine Dragons Restaurant Rose & Crown Dining Room San Angel Inn Restaurante Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya Spice Road Table Teppan Edo Tutto Italia Ristorante Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria These Table Service restaurants require 2 Table Service credits per person: Akershus Royal Banquet Hall — LUNCH and DINNER Le Cellier Steakhouse EPCOT — Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks Connections Cafe (EPCOT Starbucks) Connections Eatery Crêpes À Emporter at La Crêperie de Paris Fife & Drum Tavern Garden House Katsura Grill Kringla Bakeri Og Cafe La Cantina de San Angel Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie Lotus Blossom Cafe Pizza al Taglio Refreshment Outpost Refreshment Port Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue Sommerfest Sunshine Seasons Yorkshire County Fish Shop EPCOT — Snack-only Locations Block & Hans Club Cool Joy of Tea Kabuki Cafe Karamell-Kuche The Land Cart L’Artisan des Glaces Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea kiosks Refreshment Station Tangierine Cafe Sangria Sips in the Souk Via Napoli Snack Stand Ice Cream Novelties, Popcorn, Pretzel, and Churro Carts (Including the Canada Popcorn Cart) Select pre-packaged snacks at Merchandise locations Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney’s Hollywood Studios — Table Service Meal Locations These Table Service restaurants require 1 Table Service credit per person: 50’s Prime Time Cafe Disney Junior Play ‘n Dine Breakfast at Hollywood & Vine Minnie’s Seasonal Dine at Hollywood & Vine Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano Roundup Rodeo BBQ Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant These Table Service restaurants require 2 Table Service credits per person: The Hollywood Brown Derby The Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge Disney’s Hollywood Studios — Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks ABC Commissary Backlot Express Catalina Eddie’s Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo Dockside Diner Fairfax Fare Ice Cold Hydraulics PizzeRizzo Ronto Roasters Rosie’s All-American Cafe The Trolley Car Cafe (Hollywood Studios Starbucks) Woody’s Lunch Box Disney’s Hollywood Studios — Snack-only Locations Anaheim Produce Epic Eats Dinosaur Gertie’s Ice Cream of Extinction Hollywood Scoops Ice Cold Stand Kat Saka’s Kettle KRNR The Rock Station Market at Pixar Place Milk Stand Neighborhood Bakery Peevy’s Polar Pipeline Pretzel Palooza Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea kiosks Ice Cream Novelties, Popcorn, Pretzel, and Churro Carts, Droid Coke Carts in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Select pre-packaged snacks at Merchandise locations Disney’s Animal Kingdom Disney’s Animal Kingdom — Table Service Meal Locations These Table Service restaurants require 1 Table Service credit per person: Rainforest Cafe Tusker House Restaurant Yak & Yeti Restaurant – These Table Service restaurants require 2 Table Service credits per person: Tiffins Disney’s Animal Kingdom — Quick Service Meal Locations and Snacks Creature Comforts (Animal Kingdom Starbucks) Flame Tree Barbecue Harambe Market Pizzafari Restaurantosaurus Satu’li Canteen Yak & Yeti Local Food Cafes — Awaiting confirmation for 2025 Disney’s Animal Kingdom — Snack-only Locations Anandapur Ice Cream Truck Caravan Road Dino-Bite Snacks Drinkwallah Eight Spoon Cafe Harambe Fruit Market Isle of Java Kusafiri Bakery Mr. Kamal’s Pongu Pongu The Smiling Crocodile Tamu Tamu Refreshments Terra Treats Thirsty River Trek Snacks Trilo-Bites Warung Outpost Zuri’s Sweets Shop Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea kiosks (including Royal Anandapur Tea Company) Ice Cream Novelties, Popcorn, Pretzel, and Churro Carts Select pre-packaged snacks at Merchandise locations Disney’s Animal Kingdom — Lounges This Lounge requires 1 Table Service credit per person: Nomad Lounge Disney Springs Disney Springs — Table Service Meal Locations These Table Service restaurants require 1 Table Service credit per person: Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ City Works Eatery & Pour House The Edison — Awaiting confirmation for 2025 Enzo’s Hideaway Tunnel Bar and Restaurant House of Blues Restaurant & Bar Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante Morimoto Asia (one Table Service credit for Lunch only) Paradiso 37, Taste of the Americas Planet Hollywood Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant — Awaiting confirmation for 2025 Rainforest Cafe Splitsville Luxury Lanes — Awaiting confirmation for 2025 Terralina Crafted Italian — Awaiting confirmation for 2025 T-REX — Awaiting confirmation for 2025 These Table Service restaurants require 2 Table Service credits per person: The BOATHOUSE — Awaiting confirmation for 2025 Jaleo by Jose Andres — Awaiting confirmation for 2025 Morimoto Asia (two Table Service credits for Dinner only) Paddlefish Disney Springs — Quick Service Meal Locations and Snack Locations 4 Rivers Cantina Barbacoa Food Truck Amorette’s Patisserie B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza Candy Cauldron Chicken Guy! Cookes of Dublin — Awaiting confirmation for 2025 The Daily Poutine D-Luxe Burger Dockside Margaritas Earl of Sandwich eet by Maneet Chauhan — Awaiting confirmation for 2025 Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC Ghirardelli Soda Fountain Goofy’s Candy Company Haagen-Dazs Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company Joffrey’s Handcrafted Smoothies Marketplace Snacks Morimoto Asia Street Food Pepe by Jose Andres — Awaiting confirmation for 2025 Pizza Ponte The Polite Pig The Smokehouse at House of Blues Sprinkles Swirls on the Water Vivoli il Gelato Vivoli il Gelato Bicycle Cart Wetzel’s Pretzels (Marketplace and West Side locations) YeSake Kiosk Looking for more information? The 2025 Disney Dining Plan Restaurants — Walt Disney World Page has EVERYTHING you need to know! Here at DFB, we are Dining Plan EXPERTS! In fact, the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining e-Book features a full chapter on deciding whether the Dining Plan is worth it for your family. You can get your own copy here! We also have a guide entirely focused on the Disney Dining Plan! The DFB Guide to Maximizing the Disney Dining Plan breaks down each plan and its pros and cons. 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 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 In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Disney Dining Plan at Walt Disney World Resort DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO Have you ever used the Disney Dining Plan? Let us know in the comments! The post FULL LIST of Disney Park Restaurants That Qualify for the NEW Free Dining Deal first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s baaaaack. Are you ready? You’re not ready. Disney’s new announcement has fans PUMPED for 2025, and it’s all thanks to a promotion called free dining. Churro Cupcake The rumors are true. Free dining is coming BACK in 2025, and unlike Disney’s 2024 free dining offer, this one is open to ANYONE who wants to book a Disney World vacation package! If you were hoping to visit Disney World this summer, check out the list below to see all the Disney hotels that qualify for the new free dining promotion. If you’re paying full price for the Disney Dining Plan, we can’t promise you’ll save money on your meals. But with the free dining deal starting this summer, you might be able to actually find a good deal on your meals! A meal deal, if you will. Here’s how the promotion works. It’s very pink! Disney is offering a limited-time deal for upcoming vacations. You can get a FREE Disney Dining Plan when you purchase select Disney World vacation packages for hotel stays this summer. Disney’s Beach Club Resort The promotion runs from January 2nd to February 10th. Disney will offer a free dining plan with the purchase of a non-discounted 3-night, 3-day (minimum) Disney vacation package that includes a room at a select Disney Resort hotel and a ticket with a Park Hopper option. Basically, you must book a 3-night stay (at least) at a qualifying hotel AND buy a Park Hopper ticket through Disney — at a non-discounted rate — to get a free Disney Dining Plan. Magic Kingdom The deal applies to vacations starting May 27th through June 26th and July 7th through August 6th, 2025. How does the Disney Dining Plan work? The Dining Plan is an optional add-on to your Disney World trip, and you must book a stay at a Disney-owned-and-operated hotel. While there used to be several options before the pandemic, Disney currently offers two versions of the Disney Dining Plan. You can use the Quick Service Disney Dining Plan or the Standard Disney Dining Plan. With the Quick Service Disney Dining Plan, you get the following (per person, per night): 2 Quick Service Meals 1 Snack Further, with each Quick Service Meal Entitlement, you’ll receive: 1 Entrée (including any accompanying sides) 1 Beverage (includes specialty drinks such as milkshakes and alcoholic beverages where available for guests using an Adult Quick Service Credit) With the Standard Disney Dining Plan, you get the following (per person, per night): 1 Table Service Meal 1 Quick Service Meal 1 Snack Additionally, with each Standard Dining Plan Meal Entitlement, you’ll receive: 1 Entrée (with accompanying sides) 1 Dessert (Lunch and Dinner Only) 1 Beverage (Includes Specialty Beverages and Alcoholic Drinks) OR 1 Family Style or Buffet Meal (Includes all-you-care-to-eat food and standard drinks.) You can also order an alcoholic or specialty beverage Which Hotels Qualify for the Free Dining Deal? Only people staying at the following hotels may take advantage of the Disney Dining Plan: All-Star Movies All-Star Music All-Star Sports Animal Kingdom Lodge and Villas Art of Animation Beach Club and Villas BoardWalk Inn and Villas Caribbean Beach Contemporary and Bay Lake Tower Villas Coronado Springs Fort Wilderness Grand Floridian and Villas Old Key West Polynesian Village and Villas Pop Century Port Orleans French Quarter and Port Orleans Riverside Riviera Resort Saratoga Springs Wilderness Lodge and Villas Yacht Club Where can I learn more? The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining e-Book has more information about the Dining Plan. You can get your own copy here! We also have a guide entirely focused on the Disney Dining Plan! The DFB Guide to Maximizing the Disney Dining Plan breaks down each plan and everything you need to know. 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 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 More Disney Dining Plan Resources Full Disney Dining Plan FAQ — everything you need to know about the Disney Dining Plans. How to Maximize Your Disney Dining Plan Credits! Why You SHOULD Buy the Disney Dining Plan Why You Should NOT Buy the Disney Dining Plan In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Disney Dining Plan at Walt Disney World Resort DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO Are you planning to take advantage of this deal? Let us know in the comments! The post FULL LIST of Hotels That Qualify for Disney’s NEW Free Dining Deal first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve got some GREAT news for people planning a trip to Disney World in 2025! First of all, there’s a new nighttime parade coming to Magic Kingdom. FINALLY. Second, a brand-new Villains-themed show is debuting in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. But the best news of all? There’s a new FREE DINING offer! Imagine enjoying your meals in Magic Kingdom…without paying a dime in the park! Dulce de Leche Peanut Butter Funnel Cake If you’ve never heard about the free dining offer, you might have some questions. In 2024, Disney reintroduced this special promotion to a small group of people, and the deal came with some caveats. Now that free dining is coming back in 2025, it’s gonna be WAY easier to take advantage of this deal. Here’s why! In 2024, there were only two ways to qualify for free dining: Have a Disney Visa Card and purchase a non-discounted four-night/four-day Disney vacation package that included a room at a Disney Resort hotel and tickets with a Park Hopper option. Have a Disney+ subscription and purchase a non-discounted four-night/four-day Disney vacation package that included a room at a Disney hotel and a theme park ticket with a Park Hopper option. If you didn’t own a Disney Visa or pay for the Disney+ streaming service, you were out of luck. But soon, a brand-new Disney Dining Plan offer will be available for ANYONE. It’s about to get WAY easier to get free dining, people! Disney Visa Cardmember Exclusive Character Experience OK, so here’s the new offer. From January 2nd to February 10th, you can get a free Disney Dining Plan with the purchase of a non-discounted 3-night, 3-day (minimum) Disney vacation package that includes a room at a select Disney Resort hotel and a ticket with a Park Hopper option. The deal will apply to vacations starting May 27th through June 26th and July 7th through August 6th, 2025. Mickey Chocolate Choux Did you notice anything different about this offer? While the old 2024 offer required people to book a four-night, four-day Disney vacation package, this NEW offer has a three-night, three-day (minimum). That’s an instant savings! Mickey Everything Chocolate Chip Cookie Plus, this offer is not limited to people with a Disney+ subscription or a Disney Visa Card. As long as you meet the promotion requirements, you should qualify for free dining! If you need a little breakdown of exactly what you need to qualify for the free dining plan, we’ll spell it out nice and simple for you: Must book a vacation package between January 2nd and February 10th Must purchase a non-discounted 3-night, 3-day (minimum) Disney vacation package Your package must include: A stay at a Disney World hotel At least one theme park ticket with a Park Hopper option The vacation must occur May 27th through June 26th or July 7th through August 6th, 2025 Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort Not too complicated, right? As you’re deciding if this deal is right for you, it might help to see how much it costs to buy the Disney Dining Plan at full cost. 2025 Dining Plans range from $59.14 to $97.70 for adults (depending on the plan you select) and $24.70 to $30.78 per child. The longer your vacation, the more those costs start to add up, so the free dining deal can help you save a lot of money! Our Disney Dining Plan at Disney World Page has EVERYTHING you need to know! Although this deal can help you save money, it’s still a good idea to weigh the pros and cons of using the Dining Plan on vacation. It might make more sense to use a Disney World hotel discount and pay out of pocket for your meals — especially if you don’t eat a lot of food on vacation. We have some great information about the Dining Plan in our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining e-Book. You can get your own copy here! We also have a guide entirely focused on the Disney Dining Plan! The DFB Guide to Maximizing the Disney Dining Plan breaks down each plan and everything you need to know. 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 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 Disney Dining Plan Resources Full Disney Dining Plan FAQ — everything you need to know about the Disney Dining Plans. How to Maximize Your Disney Dining Plan Credits! Why You SHOULD Buy the Disney Dining Plan Why You Should NOT Buy the Disney Dining Plan In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Disney Dining Plan at Walt Disney World Resort DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO What do you think about this deal? Let us know in the comments! The post Getting FREE DINING at Disney World Just Got Easier! 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 Disney World’s average wait times took some MASSIVE jumps as Christmas week crowds descended on the resort. As usual, Flight of Passage and TRON topped the list of the resort’s busiest rides, though one was a clear and decisive winner… Don’t believe us? Take a look at this week’s average wait times! Magic Kingdom Wait Times Wait times at Magic Kingdom saw a BIG leap this week, headlined by TRON jumping up over 20 minutes. On most week’s, this 85 minute wait would have been the resort’s busiest… but this isn’t most weeks. (REMINDER: Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is currently only available with virtual queue and Lightning Lanes.) TRON Lightcycle / Run TRON Lightcycle / Run — 85 minutes (from 63) Seven Dwarfs Mine Train — 62 minutes Peter Pan’s Flight — 53 minutes Space Mountain — 50 minutes Jingle Cruise — 45 minutes Big Thunder Mountain Railroad — 37 minutes Haunted Mansion — 35 minutes Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin — 30 minutes Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh — 29 minutes Astro Orbiter — 27 minutes “it’s a small world” “it’s a small world” — 23 minutes Enchanted Tales with Belle — 22 minutes Pirates of the Caribbean — 21 minutes Magic Carpets of Aladdin — 21 minutes Tomorrowland Speedway — 21 minutes Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini — 20 minutes Dumbo Dumbo the Flying Elephant — 19 minutes Mad Tea Party — 16 minutes Mickey’s PhilharMagic — 16 minutes Country Bear Musical Jamboree — 12 minutes Prince Charming Regal Carrousel — 11 minutes Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover — 10 minutes Carousel of Progress Liberty Square Riverboat — 6 minutes Hall of Presidents — 6 minutes Carousel of Progress — 5 minutes Tom Sawyer Island — 5 minutes Enchanted Tiki Room — 5 minutes BREAKING BATHROOM NEWS: A Major Magic Kingdom Construction Project Is Finally OVER EPCOT Wait Times The wait times in EPCOT also jumped a bit. As usual, the park’s busiest rides were Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, Frozen Ever After, and Soarin’, each of which were over 30 minutes. (NOTE: Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind does not currently use a standby queue, so it’s not included here.) Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure — 61 minutes Frozen Ever After — 59 minutes Soarin’ — 39 minutes Mission: SPACE — 28 minutes Living with the Land — 24 minutes Spaceship Earth Spaceship Earth — 19 minutes The Seas with Nemo and Friends — 18 minutes Turtle Talk with Crush — 15 minutes Journey into Imagination — 11 minutes Gran Fiesta Tour — 10 minutes Test Track is 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. The Complicated Reason Why ‘Mary Poppins’ Hasn’t Taken Over the UK Pavilion in EPCOT Animal Kingdom Wait Times Animal Kingdom’s Flight of Passage roared to Walt Disney World’s busiest wait time this week, jumping to OVER 100 minutes. Flight of Passage (Yep, it’s in there) Avatar Flight of Passage — 102 minutes Na’vi River Journey — 53 minutes Kilimanjaro Safaris — 50 minutes Lightning Lane at Expedition Everest Expedition Everest — 35 minutes Dinosaur — 31 minutes Kali River Rapids — 13 minutes It’s Tough to Be a Bug — 9 minutes TriceraTop Spin — 9 minutes The Boneyard — 0 NEWS: Disney Reveals CLOSING Timeline for DINOSAUR Ride in Animal Kingdom Hollywood Studios Wait Times Over in Hollywood Studios, Slinky Dog Dash remained on top, with a near 25 minute increase in average wait time. Slinky Dog Dash Slinky Dog Dash — 79 minutes (up from 55) Rise of the Resistance — 68 minutes Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster — 54 minutes Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway — 47 minutes Hollywood Tower Hotel Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run — 44 minutes Tower of Terror — 43 minutes Toy Story Mania — 40 minutes Alien Swirling Saucers — 30 minutes Star Tours — 17 minutes Muppet*Vision 3D — 10 minutes Walt Disney Presents — -0 minutes This Popular Disney’s Hollywood Studios Restaurant Gave Me Serious Anxiety, and I Know I’m Not the Only One Stay tuned to DFB for more updates from Disney World! My Millennial Mind Is Literally on Fire After Learning That Disney World Used to Have… 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 TRON's Average Wait Time Jumped 35% this Week... and It STILL wasn't Disney World's Busiest Ride first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When it comes to shopping and dining at Disney World, Disney Springs is the place to be! Disney Springs Disney Springs is always evolving each year. Offering a ton of shopping, dining, and entertainment without the requirement of a theme park ticket, Disney Springs has been and will continue to be a hotspot for Disney World guests. New menus and stores pop up all the time, so there’s a ton to keep track of, especially if you’re looking to visit in 2025. If your next visit to Disney Springs will be your first, everything about this district will be new to you. However, returnees should expect to see some notable changes in 2025. Disney Springs New Happy Hours Finding happy hours around Disney Springs won’t be new in 2025. Happy Hour spots are a dime a dozen at this Disney location and some of our favorites can be found at restaurants like House of Blues, Jaleo, and Paradiso 37. However, two new happy hours were recently introduced and will carry into 2025. The Edison The Edison launched a new happy hour featuring afternoon cocktails and shareable bites for lower prices from 3PM to 6PM Sunday through Friday. Cheese Quesadilla with rika Similarly, eet by Maneet Chauhan introduced a new Cheese Quesadilla for $7.95 from 2PM to 5PM daily. The quesadilla is filled with Indian pico and comes with a side of Raita (a yogurt dip mixed with Indian spices). This happy-hour quesadilla is an affordable option and we think it’s good enough to warrant a try! New Shops Disney keeps burning through our wallets and we can’t help but oblige! Spending at Disney World is going to get even easier in 2025 with the opening of some new shops. Ever After in Disney Springs Town Center used to have a store called Ever After Jewelry Co. that sold Disney jewelry and designer bags. We say was because it got a total makeover and is now called Disney Ever After. You’ll find Disney character-inspired Loungefly bags, Minnie ears, and even some Lug bags. This spot is also where you can create your own headband with Disney characters. Mix and match and create the headband of your dreams! Vineyard Vines Staying in Town Center, Vineyard Vines opened earlier this year and offers clothing and accessories for men, women, children, and pets. A New Bus Earlier this year a new bus route called Link311 began taking guests to and from Orlando International Airport and over to Disney Springs for only $2 each way. Lynx Bus The bus comes every 30 minutes daily from 5AM to 11PM and does pickups and dropoffs on the West Side of Disney Springs. We tried it out and found it has plenty of seats and standing room in addition to being wheelchair accessible, but found there isn’t a ton of storage space and you’ll need to hold your suitcase on your lap if it gets crowded. Lynx bus There’s also free wifi available onboard, but no outlets to charge your devices, and credit cards AREN’T allowed, so plan on using the Lynx Paw Pass or cash. The biggest issue we ran into, however, is the inability to take your luggage with you from Disney Springs onto a Disney World bus. Inside Lynx bus Disney World buses going to the hotels don’t allow you to board with luggage so you’ll be forced to take a rideshare if you have too much. Therefore, we really recommend the bus system if you’re traveling light, within walking distance of your hotel, or are cool with getting a rideshare after you arrive. A New Bar Things have been pretty quiet on the Disney Springs restaurant front regarding expansion recently. However, Paddy’s Bar is expected to open in the near future. Paddy’s Bar This bar will be an addition to the Raglan Road complex and will be situated in front of the Shop for Ireland gift store. This tiny space will only seat six-to-eight at a time and you’ll be able to order from a limited menu of drinks. According to Disney, this menu will feature “the very best of Irish draft beers along with locally commissioned craft beers – plus [Paddy’s Bar’s] unique array of Irish cocktails.” New Closures Now we get to the not-so-fun part…closures. Alex and Ani location that’s now closed On January 1st, 2024, the Alex and Ani closed without any notice, following a trend of mass closures of physical stores for the brand around the country — including the company’s headquarters in Rhode Island. The Art of Shaving Disney Springs The Art of Shaving store closed right after despite being a Disney Springs staple for a decade. There has yet to be a replacement for this space announced. We’ll keep an eye out for what’s coming next! The Sanuk store also closed its doors in August and also has no announced replacement. Star Wars Trading Post is closed We also saw Star Wars Trading Post in Disney Springs close in October. This shop was one of the few places that carried Legacy Lightsabers outside of the parks, but you can still visit a Star Wars-themed store at Disney Springs called Star Wars Galactic Outpost over on the West side. ‘Up’ house in Disney Dreams That Soar Disney Dreams That Soar was a free drone show at Disney Springs that took place over Lake Buena Vista and premiered May 24th, 2024. However, it ended too soon on September 2nd, 2024. Disney’s foray into drone shows has been a welcome experience and we hope to see this show return in some capacity. We’re digging the drone shows, Disney! Death Star in Disney Dreams That Soar As we previously mentioned, Disney Springs is always evolving. Keep an eye out for pop-up shops, new art installations, seasonal treats, performances, and so much more! We have reporters visiting Disney Springs daily, so be sure to stay tuned right here at the Disney Food Blog for all the latest news, tips, reviews, and more! Why Disney, WHY?! Disney World Refuses to Re-open This Disney Springs Favorite 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 have been some of your favorite Disney Springs changes over the years? Let us know in the comments! The post What's NEW in Disney Springs for 2025? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you ready to use your Christmas money? We love a Loungefly! Loungeflys are a staple in the Disney parks. The brand was founded back in 1998 and has become a phenomenon when it comes to wearing your favorite fandoms. They’re a great park bag and luckily for us, a major sale is happening on them TODAY! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Loungeflys are something that we tend to have a love/hate relationship with. They’re so cute and let us show off our love for our favorite niche characters and movies but they aren’t the biggest bags you’ll ever use. Sometimes this makes it harder to justify those hefty price tags but not today because Loungefly is having an upto 70% off sale right now! First up is this Lion King Wallet. ©Loungefly This Simba-inspired flap wallet was created for the 30th anniversary of The Lion King and we love how fluffy it is! If you open the wallet, you’ll find 4 card slots and a clear spot for your ID. It’s currently 70% off. View on Loungefly Next up is the Winnie the Pooh Advent Calendar Backpack for 50% off! ©Loungefly Pooh and his friends can be seen playing in the snow as this bag helps you count down the days until Christmas. We love that it’s interactive and it will be a perfect early gift for next year if you get it on sale now. Plus this will help you get a jump on next year’s holiday shopping. Grab Your Own HERE If you’re looking for a bag with a little something extra, look no further than this Nightmare Before Christmas Carousel Crossbody! ©Loungefly This is another item that’s 50% off at the time of writing and it actually spins! You can twist the bottom of the bag to make the scene come to life with Jack, Sally, and Zero all getting ready for the holidays. Thanks to the candy cane hat and green trim, this bag will inspire many holiday outfits next December. Or this December, you do you! See Jack and Sally Here Finally, the best deal we’ve found so far is this Mickey and Friends Winter Wonderland Backpack and Ear set! ©Loungefly This is actually a two-for-one deal that is also 50% off. You can spot Goofy, Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Chip, Dale, Daisy, and Donald all making snow angels and playing winter games. The ears are faux white fur with a detachable bow and it sits perfectly in the bag’s front compartment. Grab The Best Deal Here We are obsessed with all of these bags and deals! Thank goodness we have some Christmas money burning a hole in our pocket. If these bags aren’t for you, no worries! The entire website is on sale up to 70% off for their End of Year celebrations. Shop The Entire Sale RIGHT HEREThe post A 70% Off Loungefly Sale Is Happening Online Today first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Ever dreamed about what it’s like to work at Disney World? It’s certainly a unique job; not many people can say that their boss is a mouse. Well, today, I want to talk about a very specific type of Cast Member: the Character Attendant. These people have a FUN job, but what’s it really like to work so closely with THE Mickey Mouse? I’m glad you asked! Mickey Mouse When you meet a character in Disney World, there will ALWAYS be a Character Attendant nearby. A Character Attendant is not the same thing as the character itself; the Cast Members wearing the blue polo shirts are Character Attendants (a.k.a. “blueberries“). These Cast Members are there to help! Need a pen for autographs? Need someone to translate Mickey’s “Happy Birthday” message? That’s the job of a Character Attendant! As a former Character Attendant, I know what it’s like to monitor the line, keep an eye on character interactions, take photos, and keep an eye on the time…all at the same time. Now that I’m a Regular Person and am no longer a Cast Member, I’m spilling some secrets! Ever wondered what a Character Attendant WISHES they could say? Cast Members are generally super friendly, kind, and understanding. They know Disney World can be stressful, and they know how expensive it is to come to the parks and resorts. It’s their job to be the magic! But every once in a while, Cast Members are put in uncomfortable situations. Here’s what they WISH they could say. It’s Donald. Not Daffy. You don’t need an encyclopedia-level knowledge of Disney characters to come to Disney World. Don’t worry — there’s no test where you’ll have to name all seven dwarfs on the spot. But after working in Disney World for a long time, I noticed there are some characters people tend to confuse. Joy, from Inside Out, for example? You wouldn’t believe how many people used to ask, “Who is that?” People confuse poor Joy for the Tooth Fairy (yes, really) and even Tinker Bell. Joy at EPCOT! I also heard this a lot: “Look! It’s Daffy Duck!” And don’t even get me started on the Goofy versus Pluto mixup. If you’re waiting in line to meet Pluto…and you call him Goofy. Ouch. Don’t hurt Pluto’s feelings like that! Inappropriate Shirts Just Make a Cast Member’s Job More Stressful I’m not here to tell you what you can and can’t wear to Disney World. But if you try to meet a character with an inappropriate shirt on, all you’re doing is putting people in an uncomfortable position. It goes against the Disney brand to have a Disney character posing next to a non-family-friendly image, and Cast Members can get in serious trouble if someone is spotted taking an inappropriate photo. Hey Minnie! When I was a Cast Member, the hardest part of my job was enforcing the rules when people were unwilling to cooperate. Even if it’s meant as a harmless joke, it can cause real stress for Cast Members. They Can’t Control Character Interactions Character Attendants may work closely with characters, but they’re not the ones who decide how your interaction will play out. If a little one has a bad reaction to Mickey Mouse, don’t worry! The best thing to do is say goodbye and try again in the future. Don’t force it! Mickey and Minnie Mouse We’ve all seen those photos of the crying child sitting on Santa’s lap. Trust us — it’s not worth the trauma! Shh! Learn to Keep a Secret Every once in a while, Disney will host pop-up character meet-and-greets in the parks. You don’t know when, where, or how long these surprise events will happen, but that’s part of the fun. In other words, don’t spoil it! When we say, “This is why we can’t have nice things,” this is a prime example. Pop-up meet-and-greets ONLY work if the event is kept under wraps. If these character paloozas attract too many people, the meet-and-greet won’t work. A Character Palooza in action! I’m not saying you shouldn’t text your BFF if you spot a surprise meet-and-greet happening in EPCOT. But just don’t broadcast that kind of information to thousands of people, OK? It’s for your own good. You never know who you might meet! I had so much fun working as a Character Attendant — it was a dream job! But if you’ve ever wondered what I was really thinking when someone mistakenly called Joy the Tooth Fairy….well, now you know. In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. NO LIE. We Only Go to These 5 Disney World Restaurants For Their Appetizers 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 Who is your favorite character to meet? Let us know in the comments! The post 4 Things Disney World Character Attendants Want To Tell You But Won’t Cause They’re Too Nice first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Well, the holiday season will soon come to a close in Disney World, but we’ve still got one HUGE 2024 event to celebrate. EPCOT New Year’s Eve That’s New Year’s Eve, when we ring out the old year and ring in the New. Now, New Year’s Eve can be a BLAST in Disney World with three out of the four parks celebrating in some way with special New Year’s Eve fireworks. However, EPCOT goes a little overboard with its celebration and brings in a lot of fun, like DJs, dance parties, and more. Well, we’ve started to see the first of preparations for EPCOT’s big party! New Year’s Eve in EPCOT brings dance parties around World Showcase where you can dance your way into 2025. EPCOT is preparing for all sorts of fun events! We’ve seen a few tents set up, and these could be for the upcoming Festival of the Arts celebration in January or the New Year’s Eve party! Is this a DJ booth? We spotted another tent in Italy. Tent in Italy There’s one in Germany, too! Germany We also noticed some new lighting rigs installed overhead that will be used during the big celebration. Can’t have New Year’s Eve without lots of colorful lights, right? Here’s the lighting rig we saw in China. Lighting rig in China There’s one in Italy, too. These are likely going to be dance floors on the big night. Lighting rig in Italy If you will be in EPCOT for New Year’s Eve, you’ll also want to catch the early showing of Luminous — The Symphony of Us at 6:30PM before the “Cheers to the New Year: A Sparkling Celebration” starts off with its countdown at 11:54PM. There’s a good chance that EPCOT could fill to capacity on December 31st, so if you want in on the party, you’ll need to get to the park early and stick around until evening. New Year’s Eve 2024 Stay tuned to DFB for more. Park Hours and Fireworks Times Revealed for New Year’s Eve 2024 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 Will you be in EPCOT for New Year’s Eve? Let us know in the comments! The post It’s Beginning To Look a Lot Like…New Year’s Eve in EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are lots of transportation options for you to use while at Disney World. The Walt Disney World Monorail at EPCOT The Monorail can take you between the Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC), Magic Kingdom, Magic Kingdom Resorts, and EPCOT. Buses run from all four parks, the water parks, Disney Springs, and hotels. And there’s the popular Skyliner that runs between several hotels, EPCOT, and Hollywood Studios. But you can also catch rideshare vehicles, including the cute Minnie Vans. While the Monorail, buses, and Skyliner are free options, sometimes paying for a ride share vehicle might be worth it. But there’s one thing about the Minnie Vans that you never knew before! The Minnie Vans at Disney World are an option offered through the Lyft app. They are adorably themed ride options that are dressed up like Minnie Mouse! They work the same way as any Lyft ride option, just within Disney World only, but it’s a specific option you must select when reserving a Lyft in the app. Minnie Vans To use a Minnie Van, you can follow these three easy steps: Open the Lyft app while visiting Walt Disney World Resort and enter your destination. Confirm your pickup location and tap “Select Minnie Van.” If the Minnie Van service doesn’t immediately display, scroll through vehicle type options until it appears. Track your vehicle on a map provided by the app. You’ll also see the vehicle number to help you spot your car. Up to two car seats are included in the price of the Minnie Van for kids under the age of 6 years old. Minnie Van The times of availability vary for the Minnie Vans because these cute vehicles need their beauty rest to stay as bright and chipper as Minnie Mouse herself. So, where do these adorable vans go to get their rest? You might be surprised to learn that their “bedroom” isn’t as far away as you might think! Minnie Van parking lot If you visit Disney Springs, you’ll find a parking lot at the back of the shopping and dining district that you can walk to from Saratoga Springs. This lot is the Strawberry Lot, and it used to be used for general parking at Disney Springs. However, it is now closed to guests, and instead, you’ll find every variation of Minnie Van taking their much-deserved break. Shhh… they’re sleeping These vans and their drivers work hard to take people where they need to go all around Disney World, so we’re glad to see these “Minnies” get the “sleep” they deserve. Minnie Vans The Strawberry Lot is also right next to the West Side rideshare drop-off and the West Side bus stop. If you need to catch a ride share or are getting off by one, you may find yourself in this area of Disney Springs. Next time you’re there, take a peek at all the resting Minnie Vans! Strawberry Lot There are lots of fun, hidden details like this one at Disney World! You never know what you might stumble across while you’re exploring the parks and resort. Keep your eyes open for anything that might pop up while you’re visiting, and keep following DFB for more tips and tricks! 10 Disney World Rideshare Tips We Learned the Hard Way 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 seen the Minnie Van rest area? Let us know in the comments! The post We Bet You've Never Seen the Spot Where Minnie Vans Go To Rest at Night in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Calling all Stanley Cup fans! We even take our Stanley to Disney World! We know there are TONS of different designs out on the market for this viral water bottle brand, but if you’ve been on the hunt for the latest design, we’ve got great news. It may only be December, but the company has just released its Valentine’s Day collection, and you can shop for it right now! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Sweet Hearts 30oz Tumbler ©Target We can’t get enough of this adorable 30 oz Sweet Hearts Valentine’s Day Stanley Tumbler! It’s great to ensure you get all the hydration you need, and is perfect for the upcoming season. Grab it now! Not A Fan of Pink? No Problem! ©Target If you’re not a fan of pink but still love the Valentine’s Day season, then you can grab the 30 oz Ruby Hearts Valentine’s Day Stanley Tumbler! It’s the same size as the other, but has a different look — it’s perfect to match with your bestie! Check it out! 40oz Tumblers Are Available, Too! ©Target If you’re a fan of the look but want the maximum amount of hydration, you’ll want to grab the 40 oz Ruby Hearts Valentine’s Day Stanley Tumbler! Add it to your cart! Matching Is Possible! ©Target Don’t worry, matching with your best friend is still an option, because you can also grab the 40 oz Sweet Hearts Valentine’s Day Stanley Tumbler! Grab it here! There are 20oz tumblers available in this collection as well, but they sold out FAST! If that’s the size you’re looking for, we recommend keeping a close eye on the Target website or checking in person at your local store. Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest news! Check out our Amazon Storefront for more of our favorite essentials for Disney World!The post Target Just Dropped a Brand New Stanley Collection, and It’s Currently Trending Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World always keeps its rides up to date and working properly to ensure a great guest experience. Magic Kingdom Disney will often close rides to do refurbishments for routine maintenance, or sometimes rides won’t even have to close down for the Imagineers to make small adjustments. Depending on the maintenance, refurbishments can take less than a day to do or over a year (as will be the case with Big Thunder Mountain Railroad). A new permit that we spotted for another Magic Kingdom ride hints that maintenance of some kind is coming soon. According to a new notice of commencement filed by Walt Disney Imagineering with Orange County, Florida, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin will be getting new projectors installed! The address filed is 1305 Monorail Way, Bay Lake, FL, which is the address for the Magic Kingdom ride. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin The contractor named for the projector job is Maddox Electric Company of Winter Garden, FL. It’s likely that this installation will be quick and easy, and hopefully, we won’t see the ride needing to close for an extended time to make the updates. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin The Toy Story-themed ride takes you on an adventure with Buzz Lightyear to destroy Evil Emperor Zerg. You’ll go through the ride on slow-moving vehicles to shoot the ‘Z’s’ and take down Zerg and save the galaxy! It’s a fun family ride that is completely interactive. Help Buzz defeat Zurg! We’ll keep our eyes out for any closure announcements just in case the ride does need to close; however, that is unlikely. We’re glad to see this ride get some love and updates! For more Disney news, keep following DFB! We’re STILL Waiting for This Insanely Long Disney World Restaurant Refurbishment to End 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 enjoy this Buzz Lightyear ride? Let us know in the comments! The post NEW Permit Hints at CHANGES Coming Soon to Tomorrowland Ride in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy Holidays, DFB readers. Savory Tanzanian Pie at Harambe Market Well, Christmas has come and gone in Disney World, but we’re still looking forward to New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Who can believe that 2025 is almost here? Now, 2025 is going to be a VERY busy year in Disney World, so we’re going to keep things chill as we wind down 2024. But that doesn’t mean Disney ISN’T busy making changes NOW. So we’ve got some Disney World restaurant menu changes to tell you about. Magic Kingdom Crystal Palace Snow Crab Legs with Clarified Butter has been removed from the lunch and dinner menus. Crystal Palace That’s the only change here. REVIEW: I Got TWO Character Meals for the Price of ONE in Magic Kingdom Disney’s Animal Kingdom Isle of Java Danish has been removed from the breakfast menu. Isle of Java That’s the only change here. REVIEW: There’s a Hidden Breakfast in Disney World so GET IN LET’S GO! Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Spyglass Grill Fresh Fruit Plate has been added back to the menu at Spyglass Grill. Spyglass Grill That’s the only change here. REVIEW: Do NEW Menu Items Make Spyglass Grill in Disney World a Must-Visit Spot? Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Narcoossees Under Entrees, Milk-brined Pork Chop description changed from “Coconut-Sweet Potato Mash, Jerk-spiced Asparagus, Hibiscus Flower-glazed Regier Peaches, Torn Sorrel, Basil” to “Roasted Winter Squash Mash, Charred Green Beans, Skillet-fried Heirloom Apples and Quince, Cranberry-Hibiscus Butter.” Narcoossees That’s the only update here. REVIEW: This Disney World Hotel Restaurant Is Close to Perfection. Yes, Really. Disney Springs Wine Bar George The Dinner Entree, Grilled Ribeye changed from $52 to $59. Wine Bar George That’s the only update here. REVIEW: Did We Just Find the BEST New Breakfast Items (Also Served for LUNCH) in Disney World?! Disney World restaurant menu changes happen ALL the time. You can keep an eye on menus via the Disney World website or My Disney Experience app. We’ll also keep you updated on 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. 4 Disne’s Hollywood Studios Restaurants Where We Promise Your Lunch Will Cost Less Than That $18 Viral Big Mac Meal 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 Disney World restaurant menu change surprised you the most this year? Share with us in the comments! The post Narcoossee's, Crystal Palace and More Disney World Restaurants Changed This Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Okay, so it’s no secret that we love Dole Whip, pretty much in all its forms. It’s rare when we meet a Dole Whip we don’t like (although don’t get us wrong — it has happened). Tamu Tamu Now, what can plus up a Dole Whip? Well, if you answered booze, you’re OUR KIND OF PEOPLE. So we discovered that a variant of a boozy Dole Whip that we’ve previously had in Disney Springs had made its way to Animal Kingdom. OBVIOUSLY, we had to get it. But that’s not all because we also ordered a drink that may have just become our new favorite flavor combo in Disney World. We have SO MUCH to tell you about these two drinks. Both of these drinks are available in Animal Kingdom, so we’re starting at Tamu Tamu Refreshments to revisit the Dole Whip Sangria Float for $14.50. We had something similar a few years ago in Disney Springs at Swirls on the Water. It’s made with Jam Jar Sweet Shiraz topped with Dole Whip Pineapple. There it is, on the menu So, basically, this is a Dole Whip float, but the pineapple juice has been replaced with sangria. Honestly, we think we prefer pineapple juice or coconut rum (that keeps the tropical flavors going). This is a little less sweet than we would like, but it’s definitely not something you should get if you don’t like sangria because it does have that flavor. Sangria Dole Whip Float So, if you’re a wine person, this could be a big win for you. However, note that the sangria in it isn’t cold or chilled. It seems like it’s served at room temperature, and the thing is that this seems to make the Dole Whip melt even faster than normal. It melts pretty fast Now, over to Harambe Market, where we grabbed the Banana Orange Guava Slush for $5.99 (although you can add rum, vodka, or tequila and pay $17.50). Um…okay, so we love Passion fruit, Orange, and Guava (POG), but this could be even BETTER. It’s got a whole sunset look to it with the banana syrup on the bottom and the slush on top, but we mixed it all together to get all the flavors. Banana > Pineapple This could very well replace POG as one of our favorite flavor combos in Disney World, and on a hot day? This drink will be a real WINNER. It’s very refreshing. We hope this sticks around for a while! New favorite flavor combo We’ll keep trying out new drinks and snacks in Disney World, so 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! DFB Guide and Snacks Bundle 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! Everywhere to Get POG Juice 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? Have you tried either of these drinks? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: Not To Be Dramatic, but This New Disney World Treat Just Changed Our Lives first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Do you have an upcoming trip to Disney World? Suitcases at Disney World If you are wondering what you should pack, we have you covered! We go to Disney World every day and trust us, you will not want to leave home without these things. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Do you have Amazon Prime yet? If not, go ahead and grab a free trial by clicking the button below! Grab these Rain Shoe Covers! Shoe Covers If you are visiting Disney World in the summer months, you can plan on a rain shower almost every day. Don’t let the mid-day rain leave you with soggy socks and shoes! We love to carry these Shoe Covers with us as they keep our comfortable walking shoes dry. We like the fact that we don’t have to give up comfort to stay dry. View on Amazon Purchase a FuelRod Before Your Trip! FuelRod The My Disney Experience app is a tool that will help you before, during, and after your trip, which means you will need to keep your phone charged. You can snag a FuelRod online before your trip and then exchange it for a fully charged one throughout the parks and resorts for free; that way, you can always keep your phone charged to continue using the app. View on Amazon Pack the Poncho Beforehand! Frogg Toggs Poncho As we mentioned above, if you plan to visit Disney World during the summertime, it is no secret that it rains in Central Florida. Rather than get stuck waiting in a long line for a Disney World poncho, pack a higher-quality poncho beforehand! We love this Frogg Toggs Poncho because it is 100% waterproof, packable, and breathable! View on Amazon You Need this MagicBand+ Multi-Charger! Multi-Charger for MagicBand+ After a long day in the parks, the last thing you want to think about is having to remember to rotate everyone’s MagicBand+ on and off the charger. Wall plugs are limited in hotel rooms, so to help, we love this MagicBand+ Multi-Charger! It can charge up to three MagicBand+ at once! View on Amazon Beat the Heat with this UV Umbrella! UV Umbrella Protect yourself from the sun and beat the heat with this UV Umbrella. It is packable and can even protect you against a light rainshower! View on Amazon And Finally, Grab this First Aid Kit! First Aid Kit It is good to be prepared for every situation; that is why we love this 130-piece First Aid Kit. Not only does it come with classic items like bandages, but it also has a sewing kit, safety pins, tweezers, and more! View on Amazon These six items will always be on our packing list when we get ready to go to Disney World! For more Disney World Essentials Shop our Amazon Storefront!The post You'll Have Serious Regrets If You Don't Pack These 6 Things For Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Crowds are certainly HIGH around Disney World right now, thanks to holiday vacationers and people preparing to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Disney World. We don’t foresee that changing any time soon. Magic Kingdom Crowds This is typically one of, if not THE busiest time of year in Disney World. Many attractions reach hours-long waits that we don’t see any other time of year. You’re shoulder-to-shoulder with hundreds of strangers, and stress levels are at an all-time high. However, even as these crowds start to dissipate at the end of next week, we know wait times for this one attraction will stay high — here’s why. We recently found out that more than one Magic Kingdom attraction will be closing in January for refurbishment, but the one that’s been on our minds the longest has been Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. This popular attraction will be closing on January 6th and will remain closed for at least a year — we know the current plan is for the ride to reopen sometime in 2026, but that’s all we know at this time. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad So, why will this line stay long after the holidays? Well, fans know that it likely will be their last chance to ride the wildest ride in the wilderness for a while, so people want to get in those final memories before it’s too late! Big Thunder Mountain Railroad The attraction will also never be the same after this refurbishment. Disney said they’re also adding a few new “magical touches” to the ride in addition to regular maintenance. Right now, you can also see a BIG crane behind the attraction beginning to work on some top-secret projects. Could it be the highly anticipated Villains Land?! Crane behind Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Disney didn’t share what’s happening with that giant crane, but all we can say about it is “EW.” It’s not very nice to look at. Hopefully it doesn’t stick around for long! Another look at the crane Looking for more recent Magic Kingdom news? Check out our posts below! More Recent Magic Kingdom News! As Christmas Crowds Go Home, We Guarantee the Wait for ONE Magic Kingdom Ride Will Get LONGER Next WeekWe’re STILL Waiting for This Insanely Long Disney World Restaurant Refurbishment to EndALERT: Our Secret Monorail Shortcut Is CLOSED Right Now in Disney WorldYou Can Still Get These Disney World Park Reservations for New Year’s Eve, But HURRYBREAKING BATHROOM NEWS: A Major Magic Kingdom Construction Project Is Finally OVER Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney World news! The Single BIGGEST Announcement Disney Made This Month 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 attraction closure are you dreading in Disney World in 2025? Tell us in the comments! The post As Christmas Crowds Go Home, We Guarantee the Wait for ONE Magic Kingdom Ride Will Get LONGER Next Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s no secret that the holiday season is a very busy time in Disney World. Lightning Lane at Expedition Everest That’s especially true now that we’re getting closer to New Year’s Eve. In fact, we’ve already seen park pass reservations sell out at three of Disney World’s parks. We also expected to see Lightning Lane Multi Pass to sell out, at least for the more popular parks (like Magic Kingdom, for example), but today…Lightning Lane Multi Pass sold out for Disney World’s least popular park — and y’all, this was not on our 2024 bingo card. We’ll give you a rundown of Lightning Lane Multi Pass if you’re not familiar with it. Basically, this is an additional service you pay for that gives you access to skip the standby lines at rides and go through a shorter Lightning Lane, which can save a lot of time. As you can imagine, Multi Pass is very popular in parks with a lot of popular rides, including Hollywood Studios and Magic Kingdom. However, it’s not so popular in Animal Kingdom…at least until now. Lightning Lane brochure This time of year, we often see Lightning Lane Multi Pass sell out for the more popular parks, but today, well, today, Lightning Lane Multi Pass is sold out for Animal Kingdom! And what’s even weirder is that it’s still available for Disney World’s other three parks. It is pretty rare to see this skip-the-line pass sell out at Animal Kingdom, so let’s just say we’re kinda scratching our heads right now. Animal Kingdom Now, maybe there’s a reason for this. Maybe these folks who’ve bought it have the park hopping option added to their ticket and are planning on hopping over to ANOTHER park later. See, you can buy Lightning Lane Multi Pass in Animal Kingdom (which is the park where it’s generally the cheapest) and then hop over to another park and continue to use it, even if the price for Multi Pass is higher for that park (and you don’t get charged the difference). Animal Kingdom Perhaps it’s that everyone who’s visiting this week is still trying to get a ride on Dinosaur before it goes away forever to make way for Animal Kingdom’s new land, Pueblo Esperanza. Or maybe Animal Kingdom is suddenly really popular right now because people are finally figuring out how awesome it is (and, hey, it’s AJ’s favorite park, so we get it). In the meantime, Animal Kingdom may be your only choice if you don’t have a date-based ticket on New Year’s Eve (for example, if you’re an Annual Passholder) — that’s because Disney World’s other three parks are out of park pass reservations for that date. ©Disney Whatever the case, you can no longer buy Lightning Lane Multi Pass for Animal Kingdom today, so you’ve been warned. Stay tuned to DFB for more. 3 Game-Changing Updates Announced for Disney’s Animal Kingdom in 2025 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 surprised about this Animal Kingdom news? Let us know in the comments! The post Well, This Is Odd. Disney’s Skip-the-Line Pass Is SOLD OUT at the LEAST Popular Park first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Leaving Disney World is definitely bittersweet. Magic Kingdom After days of magic, fireworks, and snacks galore, checkout day sneaks up faster than you can say “Mickey pretzel.” While Disney does a great job of handling the details, there are a few “unwritten rules” you’ll want to keep in mind as you pack up and prepare to head home. These will help to make your departure day smooth, stress-free, and maybe even a little magical. Snag That Bounceback Offer If you’ve ever left Disney World dreaming about your next trip, a bounceback offer is the ultimate way to make it happen. This special deal gives you a chance to book a future Disney vacation at a discount – but you have to act fast! You’ll need to book within 7 days of your current hotel stay to lock it in. Bounceback offer Here’s how the savings break down: 25% off at Value Resorts 30% off at Moderate Resorts 35% off at Deluxe Resorts and Deluxe Villas Here’s a look at the dates for which guests will be able to book their bounceback offer in 2025: January 2-8, 2025 January 13-16, 2025 January 20-23, 2025 January 26-30, 2025 Februry 2-6, 2025 February 9-13, 2025 February 16-19, 2025 February 23 – May 22, 2025 May 26 – July 2, 2025 July 7 – August 28, 2025 September 1-30, 2025 October 26-31, 2025 November 1-26, 2025 November 30 – December 24, 2025 To book, just call the number on the offer card in your room or visit the front desk. Think of it as Disney’s way of saying, “We miss you already. Come back soon!” Ask About Late Checkout Not ready to leave the magic behind? Sometimes 11 AM feels like way too early to head out, especially if your flight isn’t until later. Good news: Disney hotels often allow late checkouts. Hotel lobby You’ll need to ask the front desk or call Guest Services early in the morning on checkout day to see if they can extend your stay a bit longer. Keep in mind that late checkout isn’t guaranteed, so flexibility is key. But hey, it doesn’t hurt to ask – and sometimes an extra hour or two can make all the difference. Leave Your Bags with Bell Services Got a late flight or plans to hit the parks one last time? Instead of lugging your suitcases around, drop them off with Bell Services. Disney hotels offer complimentary luggage storage so you can enjoy the day hands-free. Whether you’re heading to Disney Springs, lounging by the pool, or squeezing in one last ride, this service is a lifesaver. Bell Services Just remember to leave a little extra time to pick up your bags before heading to the airport. Bell Services will take great care of your stuff, but you’ll want to avoid a last-minute rush. Double-Check Your Room (Especially the Fridge!) We’ve all been there: you’re halfway home when you realize you left your favorite souvenir mug, your phone charger, or (gasp) your leftovers in the fridge. Mini fridge Before you leave, take a moment to give your room one final sweep. Check all the usual suspects: Drawers Closets Under the bed The bathroom And yes, the mini fridge! Those Mickey-shaped treats are just too magical to waste. Charge All Your Devices After days of navigating the My Disney Experience app, snapping photos, and so much more, your devices have probably been working overtime. The last thing you want is a dead phone at the airport when you need to check in, confirm your flight, or call for a ride. ©WBLM.com Plug in everything (phones, tablets, portable chargers) the night before and give them a final top-off in the morning. Trust us, future you will thank you when you’re stress-free at the gate. Schedule Your Rideshare in Advance Speaking of the airport, don’t wait until the last minute to arrange your ride. Orlando International Airport (MCO) can get busy, and the last thing you want is to scramble for an Uber or Lyft while balancing bags and saying goodbye to Mickey. ©Uber Most rideshare apps let you schedule a pickup in advance (even up to 90 days in advance), so you’ll have a driver ready and waiting when you are. Here’s how it works on Uber: Open the app and click the “Reserve” button on the “Services” screen. Choose your pickup time and location. Confirm your reservation (you can even cancel up to 60 minutes before without penalties). Scheduling a ride can save you from unnecessary stress and ensure you get to the airport on time. Breeze Through Airport Security with TSA PreCheck Nothing kills the post-Disney buzz faster than a long, chaotic security line at Orlando International Airport (MCO). If you travel frequently, investing in TSA PreCheck is a no-brainer. It costs $78 for a five-year membership ($70 for online renewals), and the perks are pretty great – no removing your shoes, belts, or laptops, and usually a much shorter line. ©AP For the best experience, apply for TSA PreCheck well before your trip. Once approved, add your Known Traveler Number (KTN) to your flight reservation, and you’ll sail through security faster than you can say “Expedition Everest.” Skip the Line with MCO Reserve Not into TSA PreCheck? You can still skip the regular security line at MCO with MCO Reserve. This free service allows you to book a time slot for an exclusive security checkpoint line, and it’s definitely a game-changer during peak travel times. ©Orlando International Airport The reservations open 72 hours before your flight, and spots fill up quickly, so set a reminder to snag your slot as soon as possible. It’s one less thing to stress about on travel day, and it gives you more time to grab a coffee or browse the airport shops. Orlando International Airport Checking out of your Disney World hotel doesn’t have to be stressful. If you can keep these unwritten rules in mind, you’ll leave feeling organized, prepared, and maybe even a little ahead of the game. In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. 4 VITAL Questions To Ask Yourself When Planning a 2025 Disney World Trip Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be visiting Disney World in 2025? Let us know in the comments! The post Unwritten Rules for Checking Out of Your Disney World Hotel Room first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Swimming in Disney World may not be your first priority during the winter months of the year when it’s chillier, but come spring, summer, and fall, it’s a great way to keep cool on your resort day or take a quick dip when you get back from a long day at the parks. Stormalong Bay at Disney’s Beach Club There are a lot of fantastic pools around Disney World, but one that’s considered to the best of the best is Stormalong Bay Pool at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts. Yes, both resorts share the pool, but it’s certainly big enough! This pool features incredible amenities like a sand pool bottom, a waterslide, and so much more. However, if you’re planning to visit in 2025, there’s something you need to know — it’s going to be CLOSED for half the year! That’s right, Stormalong Bay is closing in Disney World from January-June 2025, although we don’t know specific dates just yet. We do know this closure will be to do regular maintenance on the pool, and in the meantime, the Tidal, Admiral, and Dunes Cove leisure pools will still be open for swimming. Stormalong Bay This also means that there will likely be some more noise around the resort while this construction is going on, but it will likely all take place during daytime hours, so while napping kiddos and adults may be affected, others shouldn’t have any sort of issue! Stormalong Bay We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest construction news around the resort, so stay tuned to DFB! Magic Kingdom Is Already SOLD OUT for 3 Dates in 2025! 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 hotel are you staying at in 2025? Tell us in the comments! The post The BEST Pool in Disney World Is Closing For a Lengthy Refurbishment Next Month! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article