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Hurricane season means that we have to keep a careful eye on the weather in the Atlantic Ocean during this certain time of year. Rain on Main Street during Hurricane Idalia in 2023 Hurricane season runs from June 1st through November 30th, and many experts believe this season could be more active than anything we’ve previously seen. We’ve already seen one hurricane in the U.S., Hurricane Beryl, which recently heavily impacted Texas (and brought severe weather to other parts of the country). Now, meteorologists are carefully monitoring a tropical depression headed toward Florida that is expected to become a tropical storm. FEMA recently issued a warning about that storm, and we have the latest update. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a warning to those who live in Florida and those visiting Florida to prepare for a tropical depression over the Straits of Florida or eastern Gulf of Mexico near the Florida Peninsula. A Tropical Storm Watch is also in effect for the Florida Keys, as well as the west coast of Florida. According to The National Hurricane Center (NHC), the system could develop into a Tropical Storm and will likely bring heavy rain and flash flooding across Florida through the weekend. ©NHC A hurricane watch has been issued for parts of west-central Florida, as well as the Big Bend region, where hurricane conditions are possible late Saturday evening. Tropical storm conditions are expected further south along the state’s west coast, including Tampa Bay, and across the Dry Tortugas where Tropical Storm Warnings are currently in effect. Also, storm surge warnings are in effect for the west coast of Florida. Orlando does not currently have any warnings or watches, but that could change. Hurricane near Disney Springs FEMA encourages those in the path of the storm to pay close attention to weather forecasts, as well as to the advice of local officials. If you are visiting Disney World, you should pay attention to Cast Members, who are prepared to handle this kind of storm throughout the resort. We’ll continue to keep an eye on the situation, but if you’re in the area, make sure you stay weather aware. Stay tuned to DFB for more. 6 Essentials You Need to Conquer Hurricane Season 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 Orlando this weekend? What steps are you taking to prepare for the storm? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: FEMA Issues Warning About Potential Tropical Storm Near Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video covering all the latest Disney news! ©Disney Disney revealed a TON of new details about the Disney Destiny cruise ship setting sail next year, Universal Orlando dropped NEW info about the Harry Potter-themed land coming to Epic Universe and more! All the latest theme park news is coming up right now on DFB Guide. All the latest Disney Parks news is coming up right now on DFB Guide. By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/subscribe.png So check out the video and then let us know: Which Disney news of the week are you the most excited about? The post DFB Video: Latest Disney News: Epic Universe Ministry of Magic, Disney Destiny Details & MORE! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Listen, Disney World is more than kiddie rides and merry-go-rounds. There are some pretty epic thrill rides and some action-packed entertainment in the parks. Deadpool even recently made an appearance at Disney California Adventure. DEADPOOL! Point is, there are all kinds of things to do in Disney World beside the classic rides. Magic Kingdom Speaking of characters in Disney parks, we have to discuss a big change that just went into effect. Were you ever lucky enough to skip the line for a long character meet-and-greet? Well, you might not get so lucky on your next trip to Disney World, and we think we know why. OK, let’s start at the beginning. For a few years now, Disney has offered a skip-the-line service as a paid add-on. The service was called Genie+, and it has since been renamed and updated to become Lightning Lane Multi Pass. One of the biggest changes with Multi Pass is that you can purchase the service and book your first three ride reservations BEFORE your trip. If you’re staying at a Disney World hotel, you can make your selections up to seven days in advance. Everyone else can make selections three days in advance. TL;DR: Lightning Lane Multi Pass is the new way to pay to skip the lines to most Disney World rides. Lightning Lanes in Walt Disney World Why are we talking about Lightning Lanes and characters? Well, when the new Lightning Lane Multi Pass system went live in July, we noticed something pretty important was missing from the lineup. Not every ride and attraction is available through Lightning Lane Multi Pass, and now, one MORE attraction is unavailable with Multi Pass. These Attractions Are Missing From the New Lightning Lane System in Disney World Disney has removed all character meet-and-greets from the list of attractions available under Lighting Lane Multi Pass. That means no skipping the line to meet Mickey at Town Square Theater and no using the express lane at Mickey and Friends at CommuniCore Hall in EPCOT. You’re gonna have to wait in the standby line for ALL character meet-and-greets now. Town Square Theater Additionally, the old Genie+ perk that allowed us to watch Magic Kingdom’s Festival of Fantasy parade from a reserved viewing area is GONE. Lighting Lane Multi Pass does NOT offer any special Festival of Fantasy parade viewing. Festival of Fantasy Parade Now, Disney hasn’t made any official announcements about this change. We may never know exactly why they decided to take away this offering. But we have some ideas. Disney Genie, Genie Plus, and Lightning Lanes: Here’s EVERYTHING You Need to Know! This isn’t something you’ll find in a guidebook. Here’s the thing about Disney World meet-and-greets: they aren’t all created equally, and it’s hard to factor them into a rigid service like Lightning Lane Multi Pass. Princess Fairytale Hall Some meet-and-greets are random, fun surprises that aren’t advertised on the My Disney Experience app. For these types of character interactions, Cast Members try to limit the number of people in the area and close the line at their own discretion. Translation: you have to be super lucky to stumble upon one of these surprise meet-and-greets. You never know who you might see! OBVIOUSLY, those types of meet-and-greets would never work with a system like Lightning Lane Multi Pass. But there are other character meet-and-greets that happen pretty much all day, every day in Disney World, like the Anna and Elsa meet-and-greet in EPCOT or the Mickey Mouse meet-and-greet in Magic Kingdom. We know exactly how long these characters will be out for the day and where to find them, so why is it so hard to use a skip-the-line service here, you may ask? We love meeting characters in the parks! OK, we have some former Disney World Cast Members on the team here, and while we can’t comment on Disney’s exact reasoning, we have an idea about why Disney took character meet-and-greets away from the Lightning Lane lineup. Here’s the problem with using two separate lines to meet characters: it’s complicated. Unlike, say, Soarin’, character meet-and-greets involve human interaction. Minnie at the “Mickey & Friends” Meet and Greet That means Mickey may spend some extra time with a super sweet little baby. Or it could mean Princess Moana has to go feed Pua. Or it could mean the meet-and-greet has an unexpected pause, delay, or cancelation. And when people are paying for a service to jump to the front of the line amid any behind-the-scenes circumstances that may be happening…well, it’s tricky! Cast Members might not be able to share the exact reason for an unexpected delay at these kinds of meet-and-greets, so it’s easier to stick with just a standby line. Cinderella Of course, Disney could change its mind and bring back the Lightning Lane at these kinds of meet-and-greets, but in our experience, things seem to run more smoothly when there’s only one line to deal with at these kinds of attractions. In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. 6 UNHINGED Disney World Snack Hacks Disney Experts Swear By 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 Did you ever use the Lighting Lane at a character meet-and-greet? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney CANCELLED These Lightning Lanes, and We Think We Know Why first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you ready to try some great cuisine out on the Seven Seas?! ©Disney | Disney Magic Cruise Ship We certainly were when we recently sailed aboard the Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Magic cruise ship! While sailing with the Disney Cruise Line, you’re in for a unique experience full of good times, good opportunities to make lifelong memories, and, of course, good food. Speaking of food, we tried a bunch of different restaurants during our latest voyage — including Animator’s Palate. Come along for a review of this animation-themed restaurant! Atmosphere If a restaurant that comes alive sounds appealing to you, definitely check out Animator’s Palate! Animator’s Palate When you first enter, you’ll be greeted by the friendly staff and tons of black and white décor. The restaurant is themed with Disney sketches and artwork, making you feel like you’re in a Disney Animation sketchbook! As the meal progresses, however, the restaurant slowly becomes more colorful as those black and white sketches transform into finished (and moving) creations. You might even get a visit from Sorcerer Mickey! This restaurant can be found on the Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, and Disney Fantasy, as well, and the Magic’s dining room is identical to that of the Animator’s Palate dining room aboard the Wonder. The Dream and Fantasy dining rooms are a bit more updated. Meg from Hercules As for the layout of the restaurant, the dining room has a mix of tables, and since this is part of the ship’s rotational dining, your server will follow you to this spot. With that down, let’s jump into the menu! Menu Animator’s Palate boasts a menu of “Pacific Island foods, Asian cooking, and fresh California fare.” Menu The menu includes all kinds of delicious goodies. Appetizers feature smoked salmon tartare, wild mushroom risotto, black truffle pasta purseittes, and creamy butternut squash soup. You’ll also find specialties such as the taleggio cheese flatbread and a polenta cake topped with Roma tomatoes and Portobello mushrooms. Beauty and the Beast in Animator’s Palate As for mains, Animator’s Palate offers Pacific black cod, lemon-thyme marinated organic chicken breast, Angus beef tenderloin, and white shrimp pennette pasta. There are some vegetarian options, such as stir fry vegetables and black bean chipotle cakes, and a children’s menu. Scene from Tangled Finally, the restaurant offers a strong dessert menu that features crème brûlèe, peanut butter mousse, and classic ice-cream sundae, among others. You will also find an extensive wine list in addition to a wide array of after-dinner liqueurs, dessert wines, and specialty drinks. Dessert menu Does everything taste as good as it sounds? Let’s take a look! Eats During our most recent visit, we tried the Garlic and Herb Foccacia, Black Truffle Pasta Purseittes Pasta Purses, Ginger-Teriyaki dusted Angus Beef Tenderloin, Tomato Tarte, Baked Potato and Cheddar Cheese Soup, Creamy Butternut Squash Soup Grilled Tuna Steak, Pennette Bolognese, and Lemon-Thyme Marinated All-Natural Chicken Breast. Let’s dive in! Table setting The Garlic and Herb Foccacia with a roasted garlic dip bread service was the best bread service we had during our trip aboard the Disney Magic. While the bread wasn’t necessarily a standout, the garlic dip was so good we could eat it without bread. Garlic and Herb Foccacia Another nice plate that wasn’t necessarily a standout was the Tomato Tarte with glazed goat cheese and shaved radish. It features some light flavors and works great as a starter, prepping you for heavier courses. We also think it’s a great veggie option. Tomato Tarte Next up is the Disney Cruise Line staple, the Black Truffle Pasta Purseittes. This dish is made with pasta purses filled with truffle-scented cheese and coated with a delicate champagne sauce. We thought these were SO GOOD that we got multiple orders! This legendary dish features pasta that is perfectly al dente and filled with delicious truffle cheese that isn’t overwhelming but still gives a great truffle flavor. The champagne sauce is the perfect complementary piece, making this dish an absolute MUST-TRY. Black Truffle Pasta Purseittes We opted for the Baked Potato and Cheddar Cheese Soup and we’re glad we did! This soup comes with bacon bits and chives and we found it to be pretty delicious. Simple, yet creamy, this potato soup was rustic and comforting. Baked Potato and Cheddar Cheese Soup We also tried the Creamy Butternut Squash Soup, which is garnished with chives and drizzled sour cream. We found this soup to be incredibly savory, earthy, and tasty! Our soup could’ve used a bit more seasoning, but we were still very happy with this starter. Creamy Butternut Squash Soup Getting into the main courses, the Grilled Tuna Steak is accompanied by fingerling confit, caponata, sun-dried tomato pesto, and aioli. We’ve had this before, and it’s one of our favorite entrées at the restaurant. Hearty, bursting with flavor, and a fantastic fish meal, this grilled tuna steak never lets us down. Grilled Tuna Steak Next, we tried the Lemon-Thyme Marinated All-Natural Chicken Breast with sour cream mashed potatoes, roasted root vegetables, and grain mustard jus. Our chicken was perfectly cooked and packed with juicy flavor. The marinade gave complexity to the skin, making it more accessible to even the pickiest of eaters. We were also big fans of the mashed potatoes, as they were thick without tons of chunks. Lemon-Thyme Marinated All-Natural Chicken Breast Up next is the Pennette Bolognese. This dish comes with pennette pasta mixed with a rich bolognese sauce garnished with shaved parmigiano-reggiano and toasted garlic ciabatta. We thought this was fine, but nothing great. The pasta was cooked wonderfully and the sauce had a light acidity that we liked, and while it’s super filling, we don’t think our plate was seasoned enough. This is kind of a safe option but not a bad one. Pennette Bolognese The last entrée we ordered was the Ginger-Teriyaki dusted Angus Beef Tenderloin. This dish is served on wasabi mashed potatoes with bok choy and a tamarind barbecue reduction. The beef was the star here. Ours was very tender and juicy, and you couldn’t ask more of the cook of the meat. HOWEVER, we could not taste the wasabi flavor in our potatoes, which were creamy but could’ve used more flavor. Similarly, the barbecue reduction was watery and flavorless, and with a beef dish like this, you kind of expect a ton of bold flavors. Matched up to everything else we tried, this was a bit of a letdown. Ginger-Teriyaki dusted Angus Beef Tenderloin With all that down, let’s collect our overall thoughts… Overall Animator’s Palate is still a very pleasant dining experience. Surrounded by the art that has defined Disney for a century, this restaurant gives you those patented Disney vibes while serving up so sophisticated food. Animator’s Palate décor While the menu offers options that could prove troublesome for picky eaters, we do think its selections are varied enough that it’s likely you’ll find something everyone can enjoy. The food is filling, very tasty, and the atmosphere is tough to beat. We recommend giving this restaurant a try at least once! Nosh or Not? Make sure you dine at Animator’s Palate if… You want a Disney-fied fine dining experience. The dishes here are elegant and packed with tons of elevated flavor profiles. This ain’t theme park food. You’re a Disney fanatic. If you’re sailing on a Disney cruise, you likely fall into this category. Surrounded by beloved Disney animation, this restaurant immerses you into the world of Disney art. You’re craving Black Truffle Pasta Purseittes. Seriously ya’ll, this dish is SOOO good! Pass on Animator’s Palate if… You want simplified meals. We think there are some picky-eater-friendly meals on the menu, but there could be flavors here that the pickiest of eaters aren’t comfortable with. You’re looking for something more intimate. This is a family-friendly restaurant, and it doesn’t let you forget that you’re on a Disney cruise for a second. If you want to get away from the Disney noise, this isn’t the place to do it. You eat here every vacation and want a change. As we previously mentioned, Animator’s Palate is a staple on several Disney ships, so it’s possible that you’ve been there and done that when it comes to this restaurant. If you’re ready to branch out, maybe skip this spot during your next dining rotation. Scene from Tangled Thanks for coming along for our Animator’s Palate review! Stay tuned right here at the Disney Food Blog for more Disney Cruise Line reviews, tips, news, and more! FIRST LOOK at the Stateroom Cabins on the Disney Destiny Cruise Ship What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Explore Disney’s Mega Cruise Ship – The Wish A Full List of What You CAN’T Bring on a Disney Cruise These Are the BEST Times to Book Your Disney Cruise The Best Ways to SAVE SPACE in Your Tiny Cruise Cabin 10 Things You NEED on Your Next Cruise (That You Won’t Think to Pack!) What It’s Like to Live on a Cruise Ship for 6 Months Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Have you dined at Animator’s Palate? Share your review in the comments below! The post FULL REVIEW of Animator’s Palate on the Disney Magic Cruise Ship first appeared on the disney food blog. 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When you’re traveling to Disney World, nonstop flights are often the way to go. Orlando International Airport There’s no stress about making a connection; the likelihood of your checked bags getting lost diminishes a little bit, and you know you’ll be at your destination with just one time in the air. We keep you updated on all the latest nonstop flights coming TO Orlando Airport to help you plan, but now we bring you the unfortunate news that one nonstop flight is being taken AWAY. The Orlando Business Journal has reported that American Airlines will be ending its year-round nonstop service from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Orlando Airport, as well as New Orleans. They’ll also be stopping their seasonal flights from Austin, Texas to Palm Springs, California and Reno, Nevada. Orlando International Airport This is the latest move by the airline to reduce its service in Austin, Texas. The reduction in service will begin in October, with the airline saying, “American will continue to offer customers access to our comprehensive global network of more than 350 destinations with one-stop connections. We’re proactively reaching out to impacted customers and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.” ©American Airlines While one-stop connections can be easy to manage, they quickly can turn into a nightmare if your original flight is delayed and takes off too late, causing you to miss your connection. American Airlines is the fifth largest airline at Orlando International Airport, with 5.68 million passengers in 2023, so it’s nearly guaranteed this change is going to impact a lot of travelers. Thanks to the addition of many flights, Visit Orlando has found that “advance domestic and international airline ticket sales into Orlando are up 6.6% from June to August.” American Airlines Information Packet However, Delta, Southwest, and Spirit Airlines all continue to provide nonstop service from Austin to Orlando, so if you’re taking this route soon, this is something to keep in mind! More Recent Travel News! NEWS: American Airlines Is ENDING a Nonstop Route to the Orlando AirportMAJOR Changes Are Coming to Spirit Airlines, and You’re Gonna LOVE It!You Might Want To Start Planning NOW for Your Vacation in…2033?!NEWS: JetBlue Adds 3 NEW Nonstop Flights to Orlando AirportBudget Airline Adds NEW Nonstop Flights Making It Easier to Get to Florida We’re always here to keep you updated on the latest travel news, so stay tuned to DFB! The fanciest way to get from Disney World to the Orlando Airport is cheaper than you think! 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 airline do you typically fly to Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post NEWS: American Airlines Is ENDING a Nonstop Route to the Orlando Airport first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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We’ll just tell you this now: it’s never too early to start your holiday shopping. Once Upon a Time Jewelry Display And, well, if you’re shopping for someone who’s a Disney fan like we are, we are already looking out for the best deals on gifts you can get online (and we’re including YOU, too, because you also deserve nice things!). Well, if you love jewelry and want to Disneyfy your jewelry game, you might want to head on over to BaubleBar now because Disney jewelry is officially on sale! YES, REALLY! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Right now, you can get 25% off Disney x BaubleBar. Yep, time to stock up on Disney jewelry, friends! Get the Mickey Mouse Outline Hoop Earrings ©BaubleBar Make a statement about your love for all things Mickey with these pretty hoop earrings that are shaped like Mickey’s head. These pretty earrings are BOLD and beautiful and would be perfect for anyone who loves Mickey (like don’t we all?). Grab these earrings at BaubleBar Buy the Mickey Mouse Donut Bag Charm ©BaubleBar It’s no secret we love Disney food, but we bet you do, too, because you’re HERE! So celebrate a fun very pink Mickey-shaped donut on a bag charm that has a lot of sprinkles and sparkle. Grab this bag charm at BaubleBar Get the Mickey Mouse Repeating Tennis Bracelet ©BaubleBar Speaking of the perfect gift, this tennis bracelet with repeating Mickey heads on it would make anyone happy, yourself included. Grab this bracelet with multicolored glass stones all shaped like Mickey. SO pretty. Grab this bracelet at BaubleBar We’ll keep an eye out for more sales on Disney souvenirs and necessities, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more. In the meantime, you can check out our Amazon storefront below: Visit our Amazon StorefrontThe post You’ve Been Warned. This Disney Sale Is Too Good To Miss. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We know there are some fancy treats at Disney World that are fit for a princess, but you haven’t seen anything like these before, so buckle up. It’s time to celebrate World Princess Week once again, and Disney World is bringing us several treats inspired by some of our favorite characters. “Make It Pink, Make It Blue” Aurora Fruit Tart We tasted a few of these exclusive treats that just debuted around Disney World, and we can’t wait to share our thoughts! World Princess Week is officially happening at Disney World from August 25th through the 31st, and with the celebration across the parks and hotels comes one of our favorite parts — new treats! But, since Disney World knows how to really throw a regal party, they’re making some of these exclusive offerings available all month long. We knew to expect some limited-time treats, and now they’re finally here. Princess Tiana Of course, this meant we needed to start our quest through all of Disney World to search high and low (not really; we knew exactly where to go) to find some sweet treats, and we have to admit, it was quite the journey. Here’s a look at three new treats we tried! Guardian of the Dragon Gem We rounded out our “best day ever” as we headed over to The Ganachery at Disney Springs for this next treat. Here you can snag the Rapunzel Ganache Pop for $7 which is made of dark chocolate, vanilla beans, candied cherries, and covered in 65% dark chocolate! Yum is an understatement with this one! Rapunzel Ganache Pop Although we didn’t see the vanilla beans and candied cherries on or inside the pop, we DEFINITELY tasted them! At first we thought the cherry was a bit tart like a raspberry but then changed our minds as we were able to process the flavor a bit more. Our main complaint flavor-wise with this one is that the tartness of the cherry fruit almost overpowered the chocolate as a whole. Inside the pop! Overall, for the price, we’re pretty confident there are other treats that are more filling to to grab nearby that might leave a more lasting impression on you but we do have to admit this was beautiful to look at! This is only a handful of treats you can pick up if you’ll be visiting Disney World in the next few weeks. But, you’ll want to be quick because they’re only out for a limited time. In the meantime, if you need us, you’ll find us snacking our way around Disney World! While you’re here, check out a few of our most recent reviews below and stay tuned with us at Disney Food Blog for more. REVIEW: There Is Something Fishy About This NEW Disney Snack Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide The Best Magic Kingdom Restaurants The Best EPCOT Restaurant Restaurants The Best Hollywood Studios Restaurants The Best Animal Kingdom Restaurants The Best Disney Springs Restaurants Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which of these lovely treats for Princess Week is your favorite? Tell us in the comments below! The post REVIEW: We Only Recommend Buying ONE of Disney World’s 3 New Limited-Time Treats first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event is almost here! Can you feel the excitement? ©D23 This sold-out event running from August 9th through the 11th is going to be chock full of appearances and talks from Disney execs, celebrities, Imagineers, and MAJOR Disney announcements! We can’t wait and we don’t have to for much longer because D23 The Ultime Disney Fan Event starts in just one week! Consider this your reminder! Let’s dive into the details! You read it right. The D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event starts in just one week! The event runs from August 9th through August 11th and it’s where we’ll find out about all the new projects coming to the parks and Disney Cruise Line. ©Disney During the event we’re expecting Disney to share some pretty big updates on projects like the Disneyland Forward project, the expansion beyond Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom (maybe it will be the much-hyped Disney Villains-themed section), more details on the Tropical Americas land, which is replacing DinoLand, USA. at Animal Kingdom, just to name a few. ©Disney In addition to all of the brand-new information they’ll be dropping about upcoming projects, we’re sure we’ll see some never-before-seen footage, hear surprise announcements, see special guests, and learn about exclusive new content coming to theaters and Disney+. There’s also going to be the Disney Legends Awards Ceremony on August 11th where they will be honoring the 2024 class of Disney Legends at the Honda Center. Click Here for the Event’s Full Schedule! This is going to be such a stacked event, and we are so stoked to check it out. Stay tuned to DFB as we bring you the latest Disney news and more! Learn More About D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Here! 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 going to D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event? Tell us in the comments! The post We're Just ONE WEEK Away from the BIGGEST Disney News of the Year! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

EPCOT recently completed its largest transformation in history, and for your next visit to this fully reimagined park, we have the perfect planning resource for you. We’re kicking off the new Plan Your Park Day series sharing in-depth guides to the offerings that make each of the Disney theme parks uniquely magical, starting with EPCOT. Your Ultimate Guide to EPCOT Inspired by Walt Disney’s vision to develop an “Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow,” EPCOT became the second theme park at Walt Disney World Resort on October 1, 1982. EPCOT has continued to evolve over the years and now holds four distinct neighborhoods: World Celebration, World Discovery, World Nature, and World Showcase. Scroll through the following guides to learn all about the attractions, dining, entertaining, and shopping you can experience at this park. Experience EPCOT Attractions With thrilling coasters like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, to 4D escapades like Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, to high-flying expeditions like Soarin’ Around the World just to name a few, the attractions at EPCOT are not to be missed. EPCOT is also home to educational exhibits, interactive areas, family-friendly activities, and more. A Full Menu of Dining at EPCOT EPCOT is truly the place to be for foodies. Only here can you embark on a culinary adventure across 11 countries in one day. From fine dining to quick bites, the options at EPCOT are just as delicious as they are unique. Can’t-Miss EPCOT Entertainment Dazzling fireworks, talented musicians, and beloved characters bring EPCOT to life in a special way. Grab a photo and a hug with the main mouse and his pals at the Mickey & Friends character greeting and be sure to end your perfect EPCOT day with the nighttime spectacular Luminous The Symphony of Us. Shop Around the World and Beyond No park day is complete without a little shopping, right? Creations Shop has EPCOT-themed gear and classic souvenirs, and the merchandise locations at each of the World Showcase pavilions offer cultural keepsakes that make for great gifts. Download copies of the EPCOT overview, attractions, dining, entertainment, and shopping Plan Your Park Day guides here. Stay tuned for more Plan Your Park Day guides as we explore all the Disney Parks! For more tips and tricks for planning your next Disney vacation, stop by @planDisneyPanel on Instagram or planDisney.com. We look forward to answering your planning questions! Panelists receive compensation for their participation on planDisney. The post Plan Your Perfect EPCOT Itinerary appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

Whether you have just one day, a last-minute weekend, or a full week vacation, it’s all about maximizing your time while you’re at Walt Disney World – and this ultimate summer to-do list will help you do just that. Discover what’s new at our resort, tips to keep you cool, and stress-free, last-minute ideas to have the best time ever. Sing along with the Country Bears at their brand-new show The Country Bears are back at Magic Kingdom with the Country Bear Musical Jamboree. This all-new show brings reimagined Disney favorite tunes to the stage with country flair like only these bears can do. And did I mention the new fits? We’re going to need a get ready with me video from the one-and-only Trixie, please and thanks. Snag a last-minute dining reservation for somewhere you’ve never been Deciding where to eat is one of the most important parts of any Disney World trip. This summer, snag a same-day dining reservation at a location you haven’t tried before. On one of my trips to EPCOT, I booked a same-day reservation at Biergarten Restaurant on a whim, and it turned into a can’t-miss gem among my family and friends. The Oktoberfest vibes are strong thanks to a live Polka band and an amazing spread of food options. My tip: Use the My Disney Experience app to easily search available reservations for all Disney World restaurants on any given day. Filter to “character dining” to find some of the coolest options you may not have thought of, like joining Disney Junior stars at breakfast and Minnie hosting the best lunch and dinner parties at Hollywood & Vine in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Find the cutest chair ever at the new Disney Ever After at Disney Springs Disney Ever After has a brand-new look and a centerpiece you can’t miss – a chair made entirely of Disney plush! This ultra-cute shop is also home to the create your own character headbands. After you’ve explored the incredible shopping and dining experiences at Disney Springs, end your night by watching 800 state-of-the-art drones “dance” across the sky during Disney Dreams That Soar. With two shows daily through Sept. 2, the night lights up with stories new, old, and even some from the vault you might not be expecting. Check the calendar online for showtimes. Make a core memory and meet Joy from “Inside Out 2” at Pixar Plaza The star of this summer’s most-loved movie and the main character in 13-year-old Riley’s mind is hanging out at Hollywood Studios, ready to add more happiness to your best day ever. Catch the sunset from the sky with a trip on the Disney Skyliner. There’s truly something magical about a Florida sunset – and one of my favorite places to watch is on the Disney Skyliner. Ride a gondola from EPCOT or Disney’s Hollywood Studios for the perfect summer view. Hop off at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort and chill with a fruity, frosty beverage at Banana Cabana, or for a late-night cocktail, visit Le Petit Café at Disney’s Riviera Resort. While you’re there, veer right down the hall and check out photos and nostalgia from Walt Disney’s own travels. My tip: If you’re still deciding where to stay for your Disney World trip, consider Caribbean Beach or one of the other resorts with direct Skyliner access. I also love the EPCOT-area resorts for a vacation homebase because they’re a short walk to the Skyliner and an array of snacks and shopping at Disney’s BoardWalk. Check out the latest summer savings on rooms. Cool down and take in the iconic Carousel of Progress at Magic Kingdom. Did you know this show has traveled across the country multiple times? Talk about the ultimate American road trip! Originally conceived for the 1964-1965 New York World’s Fair, the show took up residence at Disneyland Park from 1967-1973 before landing at Tommorrowland in the Magic Kingdom in 1975. Sit down, cool down and you’ll know the words to “It’s a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow” in no time. I can’t promise you won’t be humming it for the rest of your trip. Snap a selfie before and after Kali River Rapids Okay, it’s very important that you take the before selfie with your crew so you can decide who, if anyone, escaped the wrath of this white-water adventure at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Use your MagicBand+ to become a bounty hunter on Batuu Have you ever seen your fellow travelers congregating near the bounty board across from Ronto Roasters in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge? They’re playing Batuu Bounty Hunters with the Play Disney Parks app – one of the coolest ways to explore Black Spire Outpost! Tap your MagicBand+ to get your first assignment and collect credits from the Guild Master when you’ve captured your target. Head to Tamu Tamu Refreshments at Animal Kingdom for a refreshing summer snack Nothing beats a cool treat in the summer and the Zazu Ice Cream Sandwich fits the bill. The timing of this delicious dish is impeccable because “The Lion King” is celebrating its 30th anniversary! Check out the Disney Eats guide to learn more about all the wild treats only available this summer. Put on your dancing shoes at CommuniCore Plaza at EPCOT Show off your best dance moves with the Madrigals during the day at “¡Celebracion Encanto!,” or with a Latin groove band when the sun sets. Grab a snack at the nearby Festival Favorites and let’s definitely talk about Bruno in this stunning new outdoor space. Enjoy extra time in the parks with a special After-Hours ticketed event. Midday flight into town? Extending a work trip? Need more time in the parks to explore? Disney After Hours events offer an unbeatable night to explore the parks with fan-favorite ice cream treats, popcorn and select beverages included. For me, this limited-capacity event is the ultimate hack at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, where you can enter the park as early as 7 p.m. — before the event starts! Be sure to ride Slinky Dog Dash at night and snap some nighttime photos near the Millennium Falcon before joining a walk-up list at Oga’s Cantina. Or make a splash after dark at Disney’s H2O Glow at Typhoon Lagoon, featuring a DJ dance party and characters appearances like summer vacation specialists, Phineas and Ferb! There’s plenty of summer left and endless amount of magic to explore at Disney World, however you choose to visit. Use this handy checklist to keep track of everything you’ve done and be sure to share your progress on your favorite social media channels. I can’t wait to see all the memories you’ll make! 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You never know when new restaurants, rides, or rethemed classics will pop up at Disney World! Cinderella Castle But, that usually means dealing with a bit of renovation in order to make it happen. Keeping up with the latest construction permits Disney files can be a great way to find out just what is going on around the parks and hotels, and we recently spotted a couple that we think are pretty exciting! We’re always on the hunt for the latest construction permits filed by Disney to get an idea of what sort of changes might be coming to the parks, and we found a couple you might want to know about this time around! Magic Kingdom Test Track has officially closed as of June 17th for its reimagining! Disney has shared that the new version of Test Track will take inspiration from the old ride, World of Motion, which was originally there when the park opened in 1982. And, while Disney hasn’t shared many other details about the project, including a re-opening date, we did spot a new permit for this project! Test Track The scope of work is listed as “install set design,” which doesn’t really give us much specificity. What is interesting, though, is that the contractor listed on the permit is Spitz, Inc., who also worked on the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ride at EPCOT. We’ve seen other permits filed for Test Track which leads us to believe that Disney may have this project completed relatively soon, based on the expiration dates of the permits. Reimagining concept art ©Disney We also found a permit for an area near Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort! This one was filed for “site and facility improvements” with Balfour Beatty listed as the contractor. The area that matches the address on the permit is located near the lakeside cabins at this hotel, the Copper Creek Villas and Cabins. Copper Creek Villas Not only that, but the expiration date on this permit indicated this will be a long project. Instead of the standard, one-year expiration, the permit lists March 31, 2027 — a whopping two and a half years from now. We don’t have too many details — but it does make us wonder if Disney will announce an expansion for this hotel at the upcoming D23 event! ©Disney In the meantime, we’ll be on the hunt for the latest news from Disney World and more — so stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest news! Why Disney Fans Should Be Glued To Their Computers Starting August 7th at 8:30AM Planning a Trip to Disney World? We’ve Got Everything You Need to Know The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Disney World Vacation A Month-by-Month Guide to Planning Your Disney World Trip Tips, Hints, Lists, and Videos for Planning the BEST Disney World Trip Learn About the Disney Park Pass System The Ultimate Disney World Packing List Everything You Need to Know About Lightning Lanes Insider SECRETS for Your First Trip to Disney World A Complete Look at the Current Disney Discounts and Deals The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click Here to Subscribe When are you heading to Disney World next? Tell us in the comments. The post Disney Files NEW Permits for Lengthy Hotel Refurb and Test Track Reimagining first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

What’s better than sipping from an adorable tiki mug out in the summer sun? How about an adorable Disney Tiki Mug? ©Disney We found the cutest mugs to step your drinking game up and we think you’ll love them as much as we do! The best part about shopping on Amazon is the free shipping you can get on any order with an Amazon Prime Membership. Don’t have one? Click below to start your free trial today! Get this Haunted Mansion Hitchhiking Ghosts Mug for a haunting good time! ©Amazon Take the Hitchhiking Ghosts home with this Haunted Mansion-themed tiki mug that’s sure to make you look ghoul-ahem, I mean cool. No need to go to the Haunted Mansion for a drink when you get this boo-tiful mug at home, although how fun does a cocktail party inside Gracey Manor sound? Shop on Amazon Sip in wicked style with this Maleficent Tiki Mug ©Amazon An elegant tiki mug fit for even the mistress of evil herself. This stunning Maleficent mug features her detailed face (the face card doesn’t decline) and her scepter painted in striking gold, standing out against her lavish robe. A beautiful cup worthy of putting on display for fans of Disney Villains. Shop on Amazon This Star Wars TIE Fighter Tiki Mug is sure to make any drink taste out of this world ©Amazon if you’re looking for the perfect gift for a Star Wars super fan w, then this is definitely it. This Star Wars mug features the TIE Fighter, making it a uniquely shaped mug. The details on this tiki mug are amazing and we’re sure it would be a Star Wars souvenir collector’s favorite item. Shop on Amazon Keep it classic and fun with this Mickey Mouse Tiki Mug ©Amazon Oh boy, this mug makes us want a fun fruity little drink, doesn’t it? We can’t imagine not smiling when drinking from this Mickey tiki mug. This cute little mug is sure to make anyone cheerful even just by looking at it. Shop on Amazon Cheers to the start of Spooky Season with this Pumpkin King Tiki Mug ©Amazon We know you’re probably thinking we’re a little off our rocker for bringing up Halloween when it’s literally the start of August, but Halloween starts early at Disney World so we think that gives us a pass, and this Nightmare Before Christmas tiki mug definitely gets us in the spirit! Featuring Jack in his Pumpkin King attire from the beginning of the film, this tiki mug is so striking with its vibrant orange color and it also makes the most unique Nightmare Before Christmas souvenir. A pumpkin-flavored drink would be so fun to sip out of this. Shop on Amazon Stay tuned as we bring you even more unique Disney-themed items as well as the latest updates! CHECK OUT MORE DISNEY MUST-HAVES ON OUR AMAZON STOREFRONT!The post These Disney Tiki Mugs From Amazon May Just Change Your Life – Or At Least Up Your Drinking Game first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Another day, another round of changes at Disney World. Hi, Mickey! Now that Genie+ has been renamed to Lightning Lane Multi Pass (and Individual Lightning Lanes are now Lightning Lane Single Pass), we’ve been testing the system since the day it debuted to figure out all the idiosyncrasies. And, since we’ve had a chance to get to know the system, we’re busting common lies you’ll hear about Disney World’s NEW Lightning Lanes. Genie+ is no more, and Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass have officially rolled out at Disney World. And, while we do have pretty positive thoughts on the new system, we don’t blame you if you still have reservations. But we’re here to dispel some common lies you might be hearing about the new Lightning Lane system at Disney World. Goodbye Genie+ To catch you up on the changes, as of July 24th, Disney World has officially switched over to Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Passes. Under the new system, you can: Make Lightning Lane plans BEFORE you’re in the parks Choose experiences and times prior to purchasing so you know what you’re getting with your purchase Book Lightning Lane passes for MULTIPLE vacation days, all at once Lightning Lanes in Walt Disney World Genie+ is now called Lightning Lane Multi Pass. This is an optional, PAID service available on the My Disney Experience app. Lightning Lane Multi Pass users are able to bypass standby lines and utilize the Lightning Lane (previously known as the FastPass line) at select attractions in the parks by paying a single fee for multiple attractions. When purchasing Lightning Lane Multi Pass, you can make up to THREE Lightning Lane Multi Pass selections in a park ahead of your visit. Additionally, you must choose from a list of available times as you make your attraction selections, and you can continue to hold up to three Lighting Lane Multi Pass selections at a time. ©Disney If you’re staying at a Disney World hotel (and select other hotels), you will be able to purchase and select your first three Lightning Lane Multi Passes up to seven days in advance of your check-in day for your entire stay (up to 14 days). If you are not staying in a Disney World hotel, you can purchase and select your first three Lightning Lane Multi Passes three days in advance. Starting now, Disney is also using a tiered system for ride selections. (Remember how we said this sounded like FastPass+? Well, this might sound familiar!) Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios all use this tiered system to group their rides, and from those initial three advance selections, you can choose one experience from a higher-tiered group and two experiences (or all three) from a lower-tiered group. Tiers do not apply at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. You can see the full list of ride tiers here. New changes hit Disney World! With Lightning Lane Single Pass, you can pay a fee to utilize the Lightning Lane for an individual, in-demand attraction. The only major change here is that you can make your purchase before your trip in order to plan in advance! Just like the Multi Pass, you can select your first THREE Lightning Lane Single Passes up to seven days in advance if you’re staying at a Disney World hotel. All other guests can purchase and select their first three Lightning Lane Single Passes three days in advance. ©Disney Okay, now that you’re caught up — onto those pesky little lies. You Have To Pay MORE To Park Hop Lie number one is a BIG one, and we can totally see why! Before the changes, the Genie+ system featured a “multi-park” option that was priced the same as Magic Kingdom daily, where you’d have to pay a bit more to be able to park hop and use Genie+ in multiple parks on the same day. So, a lot of folks assumed a similar situation would be at hand with the new Lightning Lane Multi Pass system. Haunted Mansion Lightning Lane But, that’s not the case at all! You only have to purchase Lightning Lane Multi Pass in one park — your first of the day — and you can use it in the rest of the parks as well, provided you have valid park hopper admission. So, even if you visit Animal Kingdom first where the price is, say, $18, and hop to Magic Kingdom later where the price is $25 (or something along those lines), you wouldn’t have to pay the difference at all! Learn More About Park Hopping with the NEW Lightning Lanes at Disney World You Can Only Book One Day at a Time with Date-Based Tickets Folks with date-based tickets can only book one day at a time starting three days out?! That is simply just NOT true. Lightning Lane In fact, Disney’s official language on the website reads, “Guests with date-based theme park tickets (which require the Guest to choose a start date at the time of purchase) can purchase 3 days before the first day of their ticket, for the total number of valid admission days on their ticket.” Lightning Lane So, if you’ve got date-based tickets — don’t be disadvantaged by thinking you can only book one day of Lightning Lanes at a time. If you have tickets for four consecutive days, for example, you can book all four days’ worth of Lightning Lanes three days before your first park visit. This can come in handy when trying to snag the more popular rides! Annual Passholders and those with non-date-based tickets are still only able to book day by day, though, so keep that in mind. You Can Only Use 3 Multi Passes Per Day A common myth we hear is that once you’ve chosen your three Multi Pass rides for the day — that’s it, you can’t book anymore. FALSE. As soon as you use your first Multi Pass of the day, you’re able to book another, and so forth. The only caveat here is that you can only hold three Multi Passes at any given time. Lightning Lane But, you can continue to book new Lightning Lanes each time you use one, so we recommend refreshing and refreshing and then refreshing again to snag a ride at a time that works for you! And, keep in mind that you can only purchase two Lightning Lane Single Passes per ticket, per day. You Can Use a Multi Pass at a Ride More Than Once This is one that actually hasn’t changed with the new Lightning Lane system! Even with Genie+, you could only use a Lightning Lane once per day at any given attraction. The same is still true with Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Single Pass. Lightning Lane So, if your kiddo really loves Journey Into Imagination with Figment, you can book a Multi Pass for the ride — just once — and then you’ll have to wait in the standby line over and over again each time your kid wants to ride it. But, hey, at least it’s not “it’s a small world…” You Can’t Get the Hang of It This might be the biggest lie of them ALL! Change can be scary — especially when you’re dishing out hundreds or even thousands of dollars on your Disney World trip. But trust us when we say that you can totally get the hang of this! From our experience using the new system, Disney has actually made it much easier for anyone to use — not just people who do this for a living. We’ve got SO many tips, tricks, guides, and more information about the new Lightning Lane system at Disney World, and as we learn more, we’ll keep sharing with you along the way! Lightning Lane We’re running a number of experiments with the new Lightning Lane Multi Pass system to answer ALL of your questions. Don’t want to miss a thing? Be sure to sign up for our newsletter to catch all of the latest. You can also follow along on our social channels like Instagram and Facebook. In the meantime, we’ve put together some guides for you! The Bad News About Disney World’s New Lightning Lane Multi Pass Skip-The-Line System The EASIEST Way To Use Disney World’s NEW Lightning Lane Multi Pass System Breaking Down Disney World’s NEW Lightning Lane System in Under 1,000 Words Answering Your 12 BIGGEST Questions About Disney World’s Huge Genie+ CHANGES Make sure you stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for the latest updates and news! How To Use the NEW Lightning Lane System at 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 When are you heading to Disney World next? Tell us in the comments. The post 5 Common Lies You’ll Hear About Disney World’s New Lightning Lanes first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event presented by Visa is only one week away! Taking place at the Anaheim Convention Center from August 9, 10, and 11, 2024, this one-of-a-kind, multi-day fan experience first captured the hearts of Disney fans back in 2009 and has remained a favorite ever since, with this year’s event being reimagined to be more expansive and immersive that ever before. With exclusive sneak peeks, incredible cosplay, dazzling celebrity appearances, and our personal favorite – the enchanting D23 Marketplace full of shopping delights – there’s magic around every corner. Ready to uncover your next Disney obsession? Today, we’re thrilled to unveil a first look at some of the collections and must-have items awaiting event attendees this year at the D23 Marketplace, located within the World of Disney: The Product Experience in Anaheim Convention Center North Level 200! Can’t make it to the D23 Marketplace? Not to worry! Many of the products mentioned below (while supplies last) will be online Monday, August 12 at 8 AM PT on DisneyStore.com at DisneyStore.com/D23Event2024. New Fashionable Collections Show your Disneyland Park passion with the whimsical Logo Play collection, featuring nostalgic park iconography. For those enchanted by fantasy, A Walk in Disneyland, created by the imaginative Ashley Eckstein and Ashley Taylor, reimagines the magic of classic Disneyland attractions in an exclusive artist collection. Featuring elegant pieces like a new dress and a woven Disneyland button-up, each item is crafted to capture the whimsical spirit and nostalgic allure of the park’s iconic attractions. Speaking of iconic attractions, if you’re a Haunted Mansion fan, be sure to check out the Haunted Mansion 55th anniversary collection including a Madame Leota Replica and Raven Shoulder Plush which bring the attraction to life! Enchanting Vinyl Figures Calling all collectors – this collection featuring heroes and villains is a dream! Featuring five meticulously crafted vinyl sets, the collection showcases beloved Disney heroes, heroines, and villains from some of your favorite Disney stories, such as Hercules and Hades from “Hercules” to Ariel and Ursula from “The Little Mermaid.” Each figure, with its exquisite detail and vibrant colors, captures the essence of these iconic characters, making them perfect for display. Whether you’re an avid collector or a Disney fan seeking a special keepsake, these vinyl figures offer a touch of magic that will brighten any space. Event attendees will find not only these, but also two stunning limited-edition figures from classic Disney films. Disney Designer Dolls Midnight Masquerade Fashionably late, fiercely on point! Not even a lost invitation from a royal courier can stop them from attending the show-stopping midnight masquerade. The blend of mystery and moonlight comes to life in this stunningly sophisticated collection, Disney Designer Dolls Midnight Masquerade. Expanding on the previous Midnight Masquerade collection, these dolls are adorned with intricately crafted masks, featuring iconic motifs that capture the individual styles of our heroines and villains. This is a limited-edition collection for fans and collectors alike you won’t want to miss, especially the detailed Aladdin and Jasmine duo set. Feeling villainous? Maybe the Anastasia and Drizella duo set is more your style. New Star Wars Styles and Collectibles For our ultimate Star Wars fans, there are multiple goodies for all ages. For those who lean towards the dark side of the Force, check out the new Loungefly backpack adorned with artwork inspired by with Darth Vader and his stormtroopers, or the Dark Side Adult Spirit Jersey showcasing artwork inspired by iconic Star Wars villains like Darth Maul and Kylo Ren. Kylo Ren enthusiasts will also want to add the Kylo Ren Adult Helmet to their collections – I know I will! Drawn to the light side of the Force? Keep an eye out for other Star Wars must-haves such as the limited-edition Starspeeder 3000, a Star Tours vehicle replica complete with original attraction footage, and the Sorcerer Droid and Captain Rex Droid Talking Action Figures. Don’t miss the exclusive offerings available only on DisneyStore.com! On Monday, August 12, at 8AM PT, you’ll have a chance to secure the Blade of Ochi of Bestoon collectible from the Star Wars Galactic Archive Series, featuring etched forbidden Sith text. Also exclusive to DisneyStore.com is the limited-edition Star Wars: The Clone Wars Legacy Lightsaber set three-pack, celebrating beloved characters from Star Wars: The Clone Wars – Anakin Skywalker, Ahsoka Tano, and Obi-Wan Kenobi. At the event, follow the path between light and dark with The Chosen One Legacy Lightsaber set*, a limited-edition D23 event exclusive collectible tracing Anakin Skywalker’s journey. Seize these legendary artifacts before they slip into the shadows of the galaxy! *Blade sold separately New Pins for Every Pin Trader If you’re a pin enthusiast, be sure to check out the Disney Pins: Joy collection. Celebrate the meaning of joy through this Limited-Edition Pin Trading collection that captures the essence of joy on the big screen, joy within our Parks and joy in everyday moments. Disney Pin Trading will be celebrating its 25th Anniversary in 2025! Throughout the past 25 years, together we have built a pin trading community that celebrates fandom, collecting, and magic! Designed by Disney artists, this limited-edition capsule celebrates the upcoming 25th Anniversary with a special nod to nostalgia. Disney Munchlings Baked Treats Remix Looking for something irresistibly cuddly? Prepare to be enchanted as Disney Munchlings remixes their beloved collection with Baked Treats Remix. These plushies stole our hearts and noses at D23 Expo 2022, and we’re thrilled to unveil what’s been cooking in the kitchen. Discover charming new additions in the Disney Munchlings Baked Treats Remix Blind Box like Minnie Mouse Cherry Tart, Baymax Tiramisu, and my personal favorite, the Stitch Frosted Blueberry Loaf. My senses are already dreaming of these sweet plushies! Disney Lacers Limited-Release Step into the world of Disney magic with every stride in Disney Lacers, where sneakers meet character! Discover an exclusive limited-release vinyl collection showcasing some timeless icons and beloved characters. Whether you adore timeless Disney duos like Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse or prefer fan favorites such as Stitch or even Hercules, there’s a pair to match every Disney fan’s passion. Embrace style and nostalgia with Disney Lacers—every step celebrates beloved characters and their timeless adventures. Wedding Accents from Pixar’s Up Pixar fans, especially those of Disney and Pixar’s “Up,” we’ve got something for you too! Don’t miss out on the Carl and Ellie cake topper and cake server—they’re perfect for adding a touch of adventure to any celebration out there. Keep the celebration going with a limited-edition doll set featuring the beloved pair in their wedding best, available at the event. Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! “Mary Poppins” is celebrating 60 years, and what better way to join the festivities than with a delightful new ear headband! Adorned in white with red ribbons reminiscent of Mary Poppins’ Jolly Holiday dress and featuring a charming penguin centerpiece, these are practically perfect in every way. And if that doesn’t have you brimming with joy, get ready for the next adventure! “The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad” is celebrating its 75th anniversary with incredible pieces, including a varsity jacket, ear headband, and Loungefly backpack which showcases Mr. Toad in his whimsical antics and the Headless Horseman chasing Ichabod Crane—it truly captures the spirit of this classic tale! For the figurine lovers, the Ichabod Crane and Headless Horseman figurines are a scary delight, perfect for adding a thrilling touch to any collection. Want to proudly represent The Ultimate Disney Fan Event itself? Well, you’re in luck! Introducing the D23 Varsity Jacket and D23 Baseball Cap, designed for those who want to wear their fandom on their sleeves (or heads!). The D23 Varsity Jacket features iconic design elements and an exclusive logo that celebrate the spirit of D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, while the D23 Baseball Cap offers a stylish way to show your love for all things Disney. Rounding out the highlights, you’ll also find new releases at the event like Wishables and a limited-edition doll celebrating the 35th Anniversary of “The Little Mermaid.” And again, for those looking to continue the magic beyond the event, DisneyStore.com will feature many of these items and more starting Monday, August 12, at 8 AM PT at DisneyStore.com/D23Event2024, while supplies last. This preview only scratches the surface of what’s in store—stay tuned for more surprises (because there’s so much more!) and get ready to join us at Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event to learn all about the new and innovative ways we’re connecting fans to their favorite stories and what else is on the horizons for Disney Experiences around the world. See you there! The post First Look: D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Must-Haves Available at D23 Marketplace and Online at DisneyStore.com appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

Picture this: You just got to Orlando and you’re headed to one of your favorite Disney World hotels — Disney’s Beach Club! Disney’s Beach Club The proximity to EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and the Skyliner, the most epic pool in ALL of Disney World, Beaches and Cream for lunch or dinner — what’s not to love? Now that you have everything else planned out, it’s time to think about the accessories you’ll bring on your trip here. Luckily, we put together a list of Disney Loungefly bags that you’re sure to love if you adore Disney’s Beach Club as much as we do! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. All of these new Loungeflys are available on Amazon. If you don’t have Amazon Prime yet, no worries! Go ahead and grab a free trial below. Snag the Disney Princess Ice Cream Loungefly now! ©Amazon Remember when we mentioned Beaches and Cream, AKA one of the most iconic restaurants in Disney World? Naturally, that’s where we’re starting when it comes to inspiration for this list. To go with the creamy and delicious treats available here, check out the Disney Princess Ice Cream Loungefly Backpack! It resembles an ice cream cone with the cone print on the front pocket and the cherry on top towards the tip of the bag. Then, it’s covered in smaller ice cream cones…but not just any type — they are themed to Disney Princesses! Shop on Amazon Check out this Loungefly x LASR Collab! ©Amazon Admittedly, this one ended up in our carts as soon as it was released. Seriously, how could you resist the Loungefly x LASR Minnie Ice Cream Cone Loungefly Backpack?! This one is special because it’s actually SHAPED like a cone, and you can’t miss the sandwich cookie Minnie ears on top. This has to be a favorite Loungefly of ours! Shop on Amazon This Stitch Sandcastle Loungefly is on Amazon! ©Amazon Beach Club is one of the few Disney hotels with an actual sandy beach, so you know we couldn’t resist putting the Stitch Sandcastle Loungefly Backpack on this list. Stitch is causing chaos as usual, but he built a beautiful sandcastle just for you! That makes up the front pocket, but there’s an extra special surprise when you open the door. Pssst! It’s Scrump! Shop on Amazon Relax like Minnie with this Loungefly bag! ©BoxLunch Although a lot of Disney vacations are go, go, go, at a resort like Beach Club, you should take some time to relax! Need some inspiration? Here’s the Minnie Mouse Vacation Loungefly Backpack. This has been a go-to for many Disney fans this summer but honestly, it fits in year-round at Beach Club. That’s what makes this a must-grab if it’s your favorite resort! Shop on Amazon Check out the 90th Anniversary Donald Duck Loungefly! ©Amazon To round us out here, we grabbed another unique find — the 90th Anniversary of Donald Duck Loungefly Crossbody Bag! Shaped like a life preserver with Donald in the middle, there’s no question who this bag is all about. Our favorite touch has to be the rope along the edge and the handle! It still has plenty of room for your belongings, but it’s a special option you don’t see very often. Shop on Amazon There you have it! You know we’ll keep you updated on all of the latest finds, so stay tuned to DFB for more merchandise. Shop more Disney finds on Amazon here!The post 5 Disney Loungefly Bags You’ll LOVE if Your Favorite Hotel Is Disney’s Beach Club Resort first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

MAJOR changes are coming to Spirit Airlines! ©Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines, one of America’s most popular discount airlines, has announced some huge changes to its fare structure that potential passengers need to be aware of. For years, Spirit has relied on “rock bottom” fares that are cheap and allow passengers to purchase additional services like snacks, checked bags, and Wi-Fi a la carte. However, that’s changing. According to the Orlando Sentinel, beginning next month, the airline will “roll out a four-part fare schedule” that will integrate previously a la carte options into various levels of ticket pieces. The new fare structure will be broken down into: Go Big, which will feature an “option focused on the airline’s so-called Big Front Seats, a series of roomier seats that have occupied the front of its Airbus jetliners for several years. Previously, the airline charged for solely booking the seat. Now the proposition will include free Wi-Fi, a checked bag, one piece of onboard luggage, and “unlimited” snacks and drinks including those with alcohol.” Go Comfy, which offers a “standard seat with a vacant middle seat next to it to provide passengers with extra space. The offer includes earlier boarding, a snack, a nonalcoholic beverage, and checked baggage and a carry-on.” Go Savvy tickets will allow customers either a checked bag or a carry-on. Go tickets are essentially Spirit’s original standard bare-bones ticket, where travelers “buy their seat but pay additional fees for checked bags, seat selection, Wi-Fi and snacks.” Booking for the new ticket programs opens on August 16th for flights beginning August 27th. Furthermore, when flights on the new system begin, Spirit will offer a “dedicated, priority check-in line for its Go Big fliers, as well as for the carrier’s Free Spirit Gold members or Free Spirit World Elite Mastercard holders at 20 airports.” Spirit Airlines at Orlando Airport According to Spirit’s CEO and President Ted Christie, “We listened to our Guests and are excited to deliver what they want: choices for an elevated experience and provide unparalleled value.” Henry Harteveldt, a San Francisco-based travel industry analyst and president of Atmosphere Research Group, said Spirit is making these changes in order to compete with larger airlines and bring back customers who’ve eschewed travel in a post-pandemic, inflation-filled economy. Spirit Airlines In a recent regulatory filing, Spirit warned that it expects an adjusted operating loss of between $160 million–$173 million. Revenues are expected to come in at $1.28 billion, a decline from its previous forecast of $1.32 billion to $1.34 billion. ©Spirit Airlines Harteveldt explained, “Spirit is saying, ‘We’ll give the big airlines a taste of their own medicine.’ It will be interesting to see how consumers respond. These changes will convince some travelers who are unhappy with what [bigger] airlines offer.” Could this result in Spirit attracting some new customers with its “Go Comfy” and “Go Big” products? We’ll have to wait and see! Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines is changing its entire ticket structure beginning later this month. Stay tuned to DFB for further travel industry news. ‘Now They’ll Just Be Like Every Other Airline’; Travelers Have THOUGHTS on Southwest Boarding Process Change 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 these changes make you more or less likely to fly Spirit? Let us know in the comments below. The post MAJOR Changes Are Coming to Spirit Airlines, and You’re Gonna LOVE It! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you were planning to enjoy a construction-free visit to a popular Disney World hotel, we’ve got some bad news. Disney is in the middle of a BIG restaurant refurbishment right now, and it seems like things might be taking longer than anticipated. All-Star Movies We already knew that one of Disney World’s most popular hotels, All-Star Movies Resort, was refurbishing its main restaurant. However, it seems they may need to extend that refurbishment. It might be a good idea to keep an open mind if you’ve got an upcoming trip planned. We recently ventured out to Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort to check out the progress on its latest refurbishment, which has proved to be quite the undertaking. A few weeks back, we told you about a planned refurbishment happening at the hotel’s quick-service restaurant, World Premiere Food Court. World Premiere Food Court This refurbishment resulted in most of the kitchen and food stations being walled off to diners, though most of the seating in the dining room remained open, along with self-service beverage stations and utensils. World Premiere Food Court To place an order at the restaurant, you would need to utilize the mobile order feature in the My Disney Experience app. When your order is ready for pick up, it will be brought out to the tables, and a Cast Member will confirm your order as they hand over your bag. This refurbishment was originally anticipated to last through August 1st; however, we’ve confirmed an important update! Tables for Mobile Order pickup When browsing the Disney World website, we noticed that the verbiage for the closure had been updated to “From July 1st through mid-August, some areas of the World Premiere Food Court will be closed for refurbishment—including the coffee bar and lounge.” So, of course, we set out to investigate! Sure enough, when we arrived, there was still lots of construction, and we even noticed more seating had been made available inside the nearby Reel Fun Arcade. Reel Fun Arcade When we stopped to ask Cast Members working at the restaurant, they confirmed with us that the refurbishment is taking longer than anticipated and that it’s likely we could see the refurbishment extended through fall or even the end of the year. Additional seating inside This certainly is an unexpected change, but sometimes, these updates do take longer than originally planned. The Cast Members also pointed out that since the menu is limited at All-Star Movies during the refurbishment. If you really want something else that’s typically on the menu, you’re a short walk away from the other two All-Star Resorts (Sports and Music), where each of their quick-service restaurants operates on a full menu. We’re constantly monitoring the changes, updates, and news in Disney World’s theme parks and hotels, so be sure to stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for the latest. So, Is Disney World’s “Surge Pricing” System a Big LIE? Want More Details About Disney World’s Hotels? Ranking of ALL of Disney World’s Hotels The “I’m So Tired; Just Tell Me What To Do” Guide To Choosing the Perfect Disney World Hotel 13 Critical Things You’re FORGETTING About When Booking a Disney World Hotel 8 Gadgets You Need for Your Disney World Hotel Room The Surprising Things You Won’t Find in Your Disney World Hotel Room The Secret Way to Stay in Disney World’s Hotels for LESS! What's New at the Disney World Hotels All About Disney World's Resort Hotel Refillable Mugs Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney World hotel news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Does this extension to the quick-service restaurant closure make you rethink your Disney World hotel plans? Leave us all of your thoughts in the comments below! The post NEWS: A Disney World Hotel Restaurant Just Extended Its Multi-Week Refurbishment first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Staying at a Disney World Deluxe Resort comes with a TON of perks. Stormalong Bay at Disney’s Yacht Club Hotel But if you ask us, one of the best perks is Extended Evening Hours, which allows folks exclusive time in select parks. Right now, folks can visit EPCOT and Magic Kingdom on select nights, but Disney just announced that Extended Evening Hours are coming back to Animal Kingdom! Disney World offers Extended Evening Theme Park Hours for select guests, giving them extra hours in the parks! Unlike Early Theme Park Hours, Extended Evening Hours are offered only at one park per specific date. Right now, you’ll find this extra perk in EPCOT and Magic Kingdom, but Disney just revealed that Extended Evening Hours are coming back to Animal Kingdom! Animal Kingdom During Extended Evening Hours! According to the My Disney Experience app calendar, the first Extended Evening Hours at Animal Kingdom will be on Friday, October 11, 2024, from 6PM to 8PM. Low crowds in Animal Kingdom What sort of attractions will be open during these after-hours events? Disney hasn’t confirmed the rides just yet, but these were available during Animal Kingdom in 2023: Avatar Flight of Passage DINOSAUR Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain It’s Tough to be a Bug! Meet Favorite Disney Pals at Adventurers Outpost Na’vi River Journey TriceraTop Spin Animal Kingdom Disney also recently announced that Hollywood Studios Extended Evening Hours will be returning soon, too, and you can read all about that here! And as a reminder, these are the hotels that qualify for Extended Evening Hours: Disney’s Contemporary Resort Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Copper Creek Villas & Cabins Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Disney’s Beach Club Resort Disney’s Beach Club Villas Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Disney’s BoardWalk Villas Disney’s Old Key West Resort Disney’s Riviera Resort Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Walt Disney World Swan Reserve Shades of Green at Walt Disney World Resort STUNNING! Hold up for a sec! Before you plan your next trip to Disney World, check out our DFB Guide Everything Bundle here. You will get ALL of our best-selling eBooks with details on Disney World Dining, EPCOT Festivals, the BEST snacks in each park, and soooooo many tips and tricks we’ve learned over decades of visiting our happy place. In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest updates from the parks, hotels, and more! We’ve Got Some Bad News About Magic Kingdom’s Extended Evening Hours Perk Planning a Trip to Disney World? We’ve Got Everything You Need to Know The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Disney World Vacation A Month-by-Month Guide to Planning Your Disney World Trip Tips, Hints, Lists, and Videos for Planning the BEST Disney World Trip Learn About the Disney Park Pass System The Ultimate Disney World Packing List Everything You Need to Know About Lightning Lanes Insider SECRETS for Your First Trip to Disney World A Complete Look at the Current Disney Discounts and Deals The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click Here to Subscribe Are you heading to Disney World soon? Tell us in the comments. The post ALERT! An Exclusive Hotel Perk Is Coming BACK to Disney’s Animal Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you are disappointed that tickets for Oogie Boogie Bash at Disneyland Resort have already sold out and you are looking for ticket options, we have a BIG warning for you! Oogie Boogie Bash You may be tempted to go online to websites like StubHub where people can resell tickets for events, but doing this could end up in disappointment for all parties involved. Oogie Boogie Bash is a separately ticketed event that happens at Disney California Adventure Park. The event features Trick-or-Treat Trails, Disney character sighting, and Bash-exclusive entertainment. Guests are invited to wear costumes to the event and have a frightfully good time! Oogie Boogie Bash 2023 If you head over to StubHub right now, you will see that you can get event tickets for almost any night of Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure Park. Most tickets are selling for way above what they were initially sold for, but even if you are willing to drop the big bucks, DO NOT be tempted by purchasing a ticket from a resale site. Jack and Sally at Oogie Boogie Bash Disney clearly states on their website that “tickets are nonrefundable and may not be resold or transferred for commercial purposes.” According to The Orange County Register, Disneyland Resort does have a process in place to investigate resold tickets that will be voided when appropriate. Oogie Boogie Bash Wristband It can be even worse news for those who are reselling their tickets. MousePlanet wrote that Disney “has demonstrated that they can work with the site to obtain the identity of resellers, void their tickets, and revoke their Magic Key passes where applicable.” Ursula at Oogie Boogie Bash If you still desperately want to attend Oogie Boogie Bash and don’t mind the cost, you can still book Oogie Boogie Bash VIP Tours. These tours can accommodate party sizes up to eight guests and will get you into the party, as well as exclusive access to certain attractions and events. Since tickets for Oogie Boogie Bash are sold out otherwise and purchasing a ticket for a reseller will probably result in a bad time, the VIP Tours could be a potential option. Trick-or-Treating at Oogie Boogie Bash Or, you can also still enjoy Halloween at Disneyland Resort, just without a visit to Oogie Boogie Bash. From August 23rd through October 31st, 2024, Disneyland Resort is still offering lots of Halloween fun during Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort without the need for a ticket to a separate event. You will be able to meet characters in their Halloween best, enjoy special live entertainment, admire pumpkins during the Main Street Pumpkin Festival, a special Halloween nighttime show, and much more. Halloween Time at Disneyland While you may not be able to get tickets for Oogie Boogie Bash, you can still have a fantastic time celebrating the season at Disneyland Resort. If you want to learn even more about celebrating Halloween at the Disney parks, make sure you check out our video dedicated to all things Halloween: Make sure you stay tuned to DFB for even more Halloween and Disneyland news! Find out even more about Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort here! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe What is your favorite part about Halloween at Disneyland? Let us know in the comments! The post WARNING! Don't Fall for This SKETCHY Disney Ticket Scam first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Code Orange may be in full effect over at the Disney parks, but summer is still in full swing at Disney Springs! Gideon’s Gideon’s Bakehouse is a staple at Disney Springs, and we totally get why it’s so popular. From delicious treats to immersive decor, Gideon’s is truly a can’t-miss stop if you’re visiting Disney World. But the best part about Gideon’s is all the limited-time goodies you can snag, which makes repeat visits totally worth it! This season is no exception, of course, as Gideon’s has released their limited-time menu offerings for August, which have been inspired by the ongoing celebration of Flavors of Florida at Disney Springs. Key Lime Chocolate Chip Gideon’s popular Vanilla Bean Cookie Dough gets a zesty twist with Florida Key Lime Juice, loaded with Chocolate Chips, and sprinkled with Key Lime Pie Crumbs. It’s like a chocolate-dipped Key Lime Pie on a stick—but in cookie form! Did someone say, “yummmmm“? ©Gideon This cookie is available every day of August at both Gideon’s locations and is limited to two cookies per person!⁣ Key Lime Pie Cake Bars These scrumptious-looking bars feature three layers of key lime cake, filled with tangy key lime curd, and topped with both key lime cream cheese frosting and a new graham cracker buttercream. ©Gideon These cake bars will be available until August 11th at both locations and in limited quantities. Key Lime Graham Cracker Cake A fresh take on the classic Key Lime Pie Cake—now with a Limited-Edition twist! This cake is stacked with three layers of Key Lime Cake, slathered with TWO delicious-sounding frostings: Key Lime Cream Cheese and a new Graham Cracker Buttercream. Plus, Key Lime Curd is in between each layer! ©Gideon This one is available every Wednesday and Saturday in August at both locations. Limited to two per person while supplies last! Orange Mocha Nitro Cold Brew And if you’re a fan of the Orange Mocha Nitro Cold Brew that debuted last month, good news for you: It will remain on the menu all through August! This is one treat, though, that is only available at the Disney Springs location. Orange Mocha Nitro Cold Brew Stay tuned as we bring you all the latest in Disney foodie news and updates! After 15 Years of Reviewing Disney World Food, I’m Revealing the Most BIZARRE Trends 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 planning on trying these limited-edition treats? Let us know in the comments! The post We Don’t Like This Gideon’s Bakehouse Update in Disney World…We LOVE It! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We all love Disney World, right?! Magic Kingdom I mean, who can get over all the magic, the nostalgia, and the snacks? Seriously though, we love going to visit, but when we talk about planning for our next trip, there’s one Disney World rule that can definitely put a wrench into our plans, and it’s one we wish Disney World would finally get rid of. Let’s talk about it! What’s that rule that Disney World has been sticking to that’s really been messing up our plans for the last few years? We’re talking about park pass reservations for Annual Passholders. Let’s dive right in. ©Disney As we said, we’re talking about those park pass reservations we mostly still need to make as Annual Passholders. First off, we get that Disney needs to plan for staffing, product availability, and all the other logistical stuff that makes all the magic happen. But in a post-pandemic world that in some way is still trying to get back to “normal” where we’ve become accustomed to a degree of spontaneity and seamless experiences, park passes feel like that one unnecessary element that everyone just wants to skip. ©Disney From a guest perspective, park passes are just another layer of planning that feels rather tedious. Remember the “good ol’ days” when you could just wake up and decide, “Hey, I feel like hitting up Magic Kingdom today,” and you’d just go? Now, you’ve got to decide which park you’re going to in advance, lock it in, and try not to change your mind last minute. It can feel like Disney is saying, “Oh, you want to be spontaneous? Too bad, so sad.” ©Disney When it comes to the overall planning process, Disney vacations are already a massive undertaking. We’re talking about booking dining reservations days in advance, grabbing all of your ride and dining reservations, and juggling park pass reservations. It can be a lot. And forget about when you’re trying to manage the stress of trying to coordinate park passes for large groups. You might as well start taking up a side hustle of herding cats. ©Disney Also, yes, we recognize that there are Good-to-Go Days where passholders can visit the Disney World theme parks without needing a park pass reservation, but those days are pretty few and far between. It all begs the question, “If you don’t need reservations for some of the days, why would you need them at all?” ©Disney So, Disney, if you’re listening (we really hope you are), how about we rethink the need for park pass reservations? It would be wonderful to get back to the freedom to be spontaneous, to wake up and decide our plans for the day without all the extra stress of wondering if we’ll even get into the park. Magic Kingdom We’ll keep watching for more updates, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest news! Click here to learn more about Disney World’s Annual Pass program. 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 about park pass reservations for Annual Passholders at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post The One Rule We Wish Disney World Would Finally Slash first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It seems like the new trend in streaming is bundling. ©Disney We’ve recently learned more about a Disney+, Hulu, and Max bundle that’s available. We’ve also been waiting to get more details about the sports streaming bundle Disney announced earlier this year. The bundle brings together sports content from Fox, ESPN, and Warner Bros. Discovery on one streaming app. Disney has unveiled some information about this new sports streaming service, but now, we know how much it will cost. The new sports streaming service will be called Venu (pronounced like “venue”) and will offer “the most sought-after live sports from the top leagues and teams, together in one place. All in a new app built from the ground up for sports fans.” According to The Wall Street Journal, the sports streaming service will cost $42.99 per month and will include live games from the NFL, NBA, MLB, and Division I college football and basketball. Venu Sports The new service is scheduled to launch this fall and will give subscribers access to 14 live sports channels, including ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, SECN, ACCN, ESPNEWS, ABC, FOX, FS1, FS2, BTN, TNT, TBS, truTV, as well as ESPN+. New subscribers will be locked in at the $42.99 per month price for a year from when they sign up and will be able to cancel at any time. The new service will end up having about 55 percent of U.S. sports rights. ESPN feature at CES 2024 However, the new streaming service still faces some legal challenges. It still requires regulatory approval before it can launch. At the moment, some in the industry are suggesting that the new service violates federal law, and Fubo TV has gone so far as to sue Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery with a complaint that the new service is complete market suppression. ©Fubo If the streaming service does manage to get over its legal hurdles, though, it will be the first of its kind. We’ll be keeping an eye on the situation and will keep you updated, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Learn More About the Fubo TV Lawsuit Here 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? Will you be signing up for this new sports streaming service? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Pricing Announced for Disney’s NEW Sports Streaming Service first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hurricane season can make a pretty big impact on your Disney World trip, and experts have predicted that the 2024 hurricane season is going to be worse than previous years, with a “potentially explosive” series of storms. Rainy day in Magic Kingdom We’ve been tracking the latest disturbance in the Atlantic which is slowly making its way through the Caribbean and toward Florida, causing a state of emergency declaration in the Sunshine State. Here are the latest updates. STORM UPDATES A Step-by-Step Guide to Hurricane Cancelation Policies and Refunds in Disney World How to Handle the Worst-Case Scenario During Hurricane Season at Disney World The BEST Hurricane-Ready Hotels in Disney World 6 Items You Need For a Hurricane in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click Here to Subscribe The latest updates from the National Hurricane Center show storm 97L potentially strengthening as it passes over Cuba and further into the Gulf of Mexico. ©National Hurricane Center While still a tropical wave, the storm is producing showers and thunderstorms over eaters Cuba, Hispañola, and much of the rest of the Caribbean. The 8AM update indicates the wave will move over Cuba throughout the day on Friday and will emerge over the Straits of Florida late tonight or Saturday. A tropical depression is likely to form this weekend, with tropical storm watches potentially going into effect today in Florida. Heavy rains may cause flash flooding across Florida, Cuba, and the Bahamas through the weekend. Right now, the formation chance over 48 hours is medium at 60%, while the chance of formation over the next seven days is high at 90%. Brian Shields, a meteorologist with WFTV, predicts the storm will strengthen into Tropical Storm Debby in the Gulf on Saturday. Florida’s governor has issued a state of emergency for much of the Florida peninsula, including the counties of Orange and Osceola, where Disney World is located. The state of emergency activates the state’s emergency management system to help mitigate storm damage and to issue evacuation orders if needed. The emergency order says the storm could cause flooding, and power outages, and affect critical infrastructure in the state including roads and bridges. Rainy day If you’re planning a trip to Disney World in the next seven days, you might want to keep your eyes on the weather. A severe storm could cause flight cancelations, ride closures, and transportation delays. If a hurricane develops, Disney may need to close its parks. That said, the system is still in the early stages of formation, so things could change at any time. Rainy Day at Animal Kingdom Here’s how to handle the worst-case scenario at Disney World during hurricane season. And if you’re headed there over the next few days, you’ll want to be sure to pack some rainy-day gear. We will continue to monitor this storm for updates. In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest travel news, so stay tuned for more. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW When are you heading to Disney World next? Tell us in the comments. The post NEWS: Storm System Expected To Strengthen, Experts Warn of Flash Flooding in Florida first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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