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Something NEW has popped up at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort! All-Star Sports Resort Disney is always looking for ways to innovate and bring the latest technology to the parks and hotels, and now it looks like they’ve done just that. It’s about to be a whole lot easier to get your food at Disney World food courts. At least, we think it might be! At Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort, something NEW has popped up in the End Zone Food Court — the hotel’s only eatery. There are now self-checkout stations powered by artificial intelligence (AI) to help folks pay for their food a bit faster. That’s the idea, anyway. We tested the new system out and it didn’t appear to be working entirely as planned just yet. NEW self-checkout system We decided to grab a kids’ Mickey Waffle meal to test things out, and when the system tried to scan our items — the meal rang up as a pulled pork sandwich. Luckily, there are Cast Members stationed nearby to assist and they were easily able to fix the issue in the system, but it still was a bit of a hiccup. Scanning our meal It was relatively easy to use aside from the mixup, however. We just placed our items spaced out on the tray beneath the scanner, and once the Cast Member fixed the wrong item issue we were able to confirm our items and price, pay, and we were all good to go! We could see this new system saving a ton of time and potential headaches when it comes to grabbing your food quickly from hotel food courts. A Cast Member had to fix our order When we spoke to a Cast Member about it, they informed us that the new system is being tested on a “30-day rollout” and if the testing is successful, the self-checkouts would be added to other resorts. But, if the system can’t get the hang of things — it will most likely disappear altogether. For now, Disney is just referring to the new registers as self-checkouts without any real specific name for them. Paid and good to go! While this new system is clearly still in its testing phase, if it does end up getting the hang of things it could save folks quite a bit of time in those food court lines during busy meals. We’ll continue to keep an eye on it and let you know if it pops up at any other Disney World hotels! In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest news and updates from Disney World. Learn More About Dining at Disney’s All-Star Resorts Here 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 What do you think of this new addition? Tell us in the comments. The post NEWS: Disney Is Testing AI Self-Checkouts at Hotel Food Courts first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

One of Disney World’s best holiday offerings is… free? Walt Disney World Swan There are plenty of seasonal offerings at the Walt Disney World Resort. From specially ticketed after-hours events like Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and Jollywood Nights to celebrations like EPCOT’s International Festival of the Holidays that are included with theme park admission. But did you know that one of the best Disney World holiday shows features no admission cost at all? The Swan & Dolphin Resort complex located near EPCOT provides a litany of special experiences during the holiday season, but our focus today is Santa’s Dancing Lights Spectacular. Located on the causeway between the hotels, this show sees dancing lighted palms “come alive every 10 minutes after dusk in a musical & light display designed to delight!” ©Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin And delight it does, providing a bright and beautiful cacophony of holiday lights and sounds, all for FREE! If you miss the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights, then check out these dancing lights this holiday season. Don’t miss out on fun dancing lights along the causeway for the holidays! In addition to the dancing lights, the Swan & Dolphin offers several other special holiday events, including: Meet & Greet opportunities with Santa and Mrs. Claus, as well as their elf Kandy Kane, at Santa’s Holiday Hangout by the Swan pool, 6pm – 8pm on select nights. Cookie Decorating at Santa’s Holiday Hangout area at the Swan pool on select nights from 6:00PM to 8:00PM. The Elves Magical Workshop, “a magical workshop bustling with activity” that features a variety of craft stations where children can “decorate ornaments, assemble personalized gift bags, or even create their own stuffed toys. Each station is designed to spark their imagination and bring their ideas to life.” The Santa’s Magic Key program, which allows “Santa” to deliver gifts directly to guests’ rooms on Christmas Eve. The Deck the Halls in-room decoration package. Santa’s Stocking delivery on Christmas morning. A Chocolate Santa Display handcrafted by two-time World Pastry Chef Laurent Branlard. Winter Wonderland Bags for “children of all ages,” which include “winter-themed crafts, candies, toys, and more!” ©Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin The Swan & Dolphin Resort complex offers some of the best holiday events on Walt Disney World property, including the FREE Santa’s Dancing Light Spectacular. Stay tuned to DFB for more on Disney World’s holidays. Everything You NEED to Eat and Drink at the 2024 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever visited the Swan & Dolphin for the holidays? Let us know in the comments below. The post The FREE Christmas Light Show You've Gotta See in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney knows how to do merchandise, but the company really goes ALL out for the holiday season. Christmas Season at Magic Kingdom Now, we have so much festive gear to buy, including EPCOT Festival of the Holiday merchandise, as well as general Disney holiday merchandise. Give us everything Mickey Mouse in red and green, y’all! However, this is the time of year when Disney goes ALL out on popcorn buckets, too. Now, there’s been one popcorn bucket that’s only been available in Disneyland, but now, it’s available in Disney World, too — and you’re going to want it! Your next question might be if Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is worth it, especially as a ticket to the party can cost more than a park ticket. Well, we’ve done our best to tell you all about the party here when we attended and we’ve looked at all the pros and cons here. 2024 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Stay tuned to DFB for more. If This Secret Gets Out, Nobody Will Go To This Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Perk DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Get All the Details About Disney Jollywood Nights Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think of this popcorn bucket? Let us know in the comments! The post The Popcorn Bucket We've Been WAITING For Is Now Available in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Your Disney World countdown clock is TICKING AWAY. So as you get closer and closer to your Hollywood Studios visit, we wanna make sure you’re CONFIDENT about your upcoming vacation. And THAT means getting SUPER honest during our FULL-ON Hollywood Studios crash course. Check out our video below: Disney World Crash Course — Hollywood Studios  Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more theme park news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What is your favorite thing to do in Hollywood Studios? Tell us in the comments. The post DFB Video: Disney World Crash Course -- Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

BIG changes are coming to the Disneyland Resort and Disney California Adventure in particular! Disney California Adventure Over the summer, Disney held the D23 2024: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event where the company announced several expansions and changes coming to the Disney Parks and experiences. One major expansion announced was an Avatar-themed land coming to Disney California Adventure! While there’s still a ton we don’t know about regarding this new land, certain announcements and the concept art have given us some insight, especially about new attractions. So what exactly do we know about this brand-new Avatar expansion? Disney has confirmed that although Pandora — The World of AVATAR in Disney World’s Animal Kingdom already exists, Disney California Adventure’s dip into the Avatar IP will be different. According to Disney, this new land will “bring Pandora to life in a brand-new way” and will take heavy inspiration from Avatar: The Way of Water, Avatar: Fire and Ash, and future Avatar films. ©Disney While much has yet to be discovered about the new expansion, we do know that this new area of Pandora will feature a unique-to-Disney California Adventure boat ride. Avatar Boat Ride Per Disney, this new ride will be a “thrilling excursion that will bring all the action, excitement, and wonder of Avatar, taking guests all the way to the wide-open seas of Pandora.” ©Disney How thrilling this ride will be has yet to be determined (i.e. drops and special effects), but we do know it is meant to be an epic adventure that features “the beauty — and danger — that come along with the journey.” ©Disney In concept art, we’ve seen some scenes of danger mixed in with beauty, so it appears that the ride will have tonal shifts, not all that dissimilar from another classic Disneyland boat ride, Pirates of the Caribbean. It’ll be interesting, especially, to see how the ride plays with the water themes and vibrant landscapes. ©Disney We’ve been following the development of this new Avatar experience for quite some time, and have had only speculation to play with before the official announcement. The Disneyland Resort is about to undergo a massive expansion thanks to the approval of Disneyland Forward, but it doesn’t have the same amount of space as Disney World, so attractions and lands may need to be removed in order to make way for this new Avatar Land. Specifically, Hollywood Land and the Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! could be the causality here. Of course, this is still speculative and nothing official has been announced. Concept art for an Avatar area in Anaheim ©Disney Additionally, it’s possible that the land gets more than one ride. Pandora at Animal Kingdom features Avatar Flight of Passage as well as Na’vi River Journey, so we’ll see if that’s something California Adventure adopts. It appears as though this new Avatar ride is a spiritual successor to Na’vi River Journey, so maybe we’ll see something similar to Flight of Passage in the future at the Anaheim theme park! Na’vi River Journey We’ll continue to keep you posted on all the latest expansion updates from the Disneyland Resort so stay tuned right here at DFB to stay in the know! When Is the New Avatar Land Opening In Disney California Adventure? 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 Are you looking forward to the new Avatar Land and ride at Disney California Adventure? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Close-Up Look At NEW Rides Coming to Disney's Avatar Land first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Walt Disney Company has been going through quite a few changes lately, and it all started with the return of Bob Iger to his previous position of CEO. Walt Disney Studios Overall, the company’s financials have been trending upwards, with Disney finally issuing cash dividends to shareholders in late 2022 after years of being paused. We recently learned just how Disney was doing during the final earnings call of fiscal year 2024, and now, Disney has announced another cash dividend increase for shareholders. The Walt Disney Company Board of Directors has declared an increased cash dividend of $1.00 per share. This marks a 33% increase over the $0.75 per share that was paid to investors during fiscal year 2024. ©Disney If you’re a shareholder, you can expect the dividend to be paid in two installments of $0.50 per share. December 16th, 2024 is the first record date, followed by a January 16th, 2025 payable date. Then, there will be another record date on June 24th, 2025, followed by a July 23rd, 2025 payable date. ©Disney Disney CEO Bob Iger shared a statement regarding the cash dividend and said: “It’s been a highly successful year for The Walt Disney Company, stemming from the extensive strategic work across the company to improve quality, innovation, efficiency, and value creation. With the company operating from a renewed position of strength, we are pleased to increase the dividend for shareholders while continuing to invest for the future and drive sustained growth through Disney’s world-class portfolio of assets.” ©Disney The Walt Disney Company held its earnings call for the fourth and final quarter of fiscal year 2024 in November, and we learned quite a bit about just how the company is doing financially. Between the parks and Disney Cruise Line, streaming services, and other aspects of the company, Disney reported having “record revenue and operating income for the full year,” which would track with this increased payout on the way for shareholders. Even after reporting $130 million in hurricane-related losses to Disney World, the company still reported “a pivotal and successful year.” Cinderella Castle Here’s a peek at the financial numbers from the most recent earnings call: Revenues for the quarter: $22.6 billion, up 6% from prior-year quarter Diluted earnings per share: $0.25, up 79% from prior-year quarter Diluted earnings per share, excluding certain items: $1.14, up 39% from prior-year quarter If you’re a Disney shareholder, keep an eye out for additional correspondence from the company on how to collect your cash dividends. In the meantime, we’ll be on the lookout for the latest news from The Walt Disney Company, Disney World, and more. Make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog so you don’t miss the important updates! The One Important Thing That’s MISSING From Disney’s Big News Drop Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you a Disney shareholder? Tell us in the comments. The post NEWS: Disney Announces Increased Cash Dividend Following "Highly Successful Year" first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

A very special guest made a stop by the Country Bear Musical Jamboree recently! Country Bear Musical Jamboree The new show opened in the Magic Kingdom on July 17th, 2024, replacing the iconic Country Bear Jamboree. Some of the changes included some new voices for the characters, and the voice of one of the characters recently stopped by Disney World. In an Instagram post, he mentioned that he grew up going to Disney Parks and still remembers the first time he brought his son to the parks. He wrote, “every time we go, it’s like I get to be 9 again WITH him.” In addition to stopping by Country Bear Musical Jamboree to watch Wendell in action, the family made their way around Disney World, including a stop by Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. We loved seeing Chris Thile’s reaction to Wendell, and we are glad they had a great time at Disney World! Wendell ©Disney You never know who you might spot at Disney World! Josh Gad was recently there to narrate the Candelight Processional and had some fun in the parks while he was there. Gigi Hadid was also at Disney World recently with her daughter. Stay tuned to DFB for all your Disney World news! Check out this celebrity who couldn’t stop talking about Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What celebrity would you want to see at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post This Celebrity Made a Visit To Disney's Country Bear Musical Jamboree to Hear…Himself! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s the most wonderful time of the year — at least when it comes to treats! We love Gideon’s Bakehouse The holidays are a special time at Walt Disney World. This is especially true in Disney Springs, which is home to holiday experiences and holiday-themed treats. One participating Disney Springs location is Gideon’s Bakehouse, which is offering rare desserts and merch this holiday season! This holiday season, Gideon’s Bakehouse will be selling two holiday cookies, a special cold brew, and tons of merch! Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs The first dessert is the Kris Kringle Cookie, which is a holiday take on a White Chocolate Coffee Bean Cookie. The cookie features notes of coconut, caramel, and vanilla bean and is available through December 31st, 2024! ©Gideon’s Bakehouse Introduce a little spookiness into your holiday season with the Cookie Vom Krampus! Based on the creepy antithesis to Santa Claus, this Krampus-inspired rich chocolate cookie “is infused with the icy cool of a frozen heart and covered in dreadfully delicious Andes Mint.” The cookie will also be available through December 31st, 2024. ⁣⁣⁣ ©Gideon’s Bakehouse Pick up a cookie to go with the Krampus Cold Brew! Also available through the end of the year, this cold brew combines Gideon’s cold brew with a “rich and velvety Chocolate Mint homemade sauce!” Unlike the rest of these holiday offerings, the Krampus Cold Brew is ONLY available at the Disney Springs location.⁣ ©Gideon’s Bakehouse As we previously mentioned, you’re now able to purchase several kinds of holiday merch from Gideon’s, such as the new Baby Gargoyle Ugly Sweater! This is the first ever Gideon’s Bakehouse ugly sweater and it features their adorable Baby Gargoyle (AKA Babegubadijádzs) along with a flurry of bats and snowflakes. This item is an online-only exclusive, so visit the Gideon’s Bakehouse website to pick one up. ©Gideon’s Bakehouse ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣You can pair the ugly sweater with the Gideon’s Bakehouse Bat Scarf! This soft scarf is 5 feet long and is woven from 100% mega-soft and there are only 700 between the stores and online, so grab yours today if you fancy one! ©Gideon’s Bakehouse You can also find the Gideon’s Black Demin Apron both online and in stores! One size fits all and now you can represent Gideon’s right at home! ©Gideon’s Bakehouse Gideon’s is introducing Percy the Snowman, who can be found on a new 2.25 x 5 sticker that is available in stores and online. You can also find him and his story on the Gideon’s holiday menu in Disney Springs!⁣⁣ ©Gideon’s Bakehouse Looking to bring some Gideon’s charm to your Christmas tree? Check out the Kris Kringle & Krampus Stained Glass Ornaments! These 3.75 x 3.5 ornaments really amplify the naughty vs. nice theme and come packaged together. ©Gideon’s Bakehouse Gideon’s is also offering the Baby Gargoyle Present Pin! These are currently out of stock online, but you can try your luck in stores. ©Gideon’s Bakehouse If you’re a fan of Gideon’s and keychains, check out the Gideon’s Winged Logo Keychain! This keychain glows in the dark and features the Gideon’s Bakehouse Winged G design. ©Gideon’s Bakehouse Gideon’s Bakehouse also announced the return of Kris Kringle & Krampus Candles. These candles come in a 10 oz matte black tumbler and are locally poured by Wash & Wik. The Kris Kingle candle has the aroma of its cookie with scents of vanilla, coconut, caramel, and a dash of coffee. The Krampus candle offers a chocolate mint aroma. Both candles offer a safe and clean burn for you and your pets. ©Gideon’s Bakehouse You’ll also be able to find a brand-new Christmas Tree Air Freshener and a Kris Kringle Air Freshener! This air freshener has scents of coconut, caramel, vanilla, and coffee. ©Gideon’s Bakehouse To see the full list of holiday offerings, visit the Gideon’s Bakehouse website. But act fast! Some items have already gone out of stock. Gideon’s Bakehouse We’ll continue to bring you the latest from Disney Springs and Disney World so stay tuned right here at the Disney Food Blog to stay in the know! We’re Sharing the Steep Cost of Dessert in Disney World — Including a $67 Cake 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! ⁣⁣Are you going to run over to Gideon’s Bakehouse to try the holiday offerings or pick up some holiday merch? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Gideon's Bakehouse Offering NEW Holiday Snacks and Souvenirs for a LIMITED TIME first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We LOVE the holiday season and all the fun decorations and themed gifts that come along with it! Holiday season at Magic Kingdom We’re closing out 2024 with a bang! The holiday season is here and we’ve turned our attention toward the gift-giving spirit. If you’re like us and have holiday gifts on the brain, you’ve come to the right place! We have a collection of holiday-themed Disney souvenirs that are sure to bring joy to Disney fans of all ages! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. From holiday sweatshirts to Christmas tree ornaments, we’ve got you covered. Check out some of our favorites and treat yourself to something extra special this holiday season! Merry Menagerie Snowflakes Our Merry Menagerie Snowflakes Collection is a fun Animal Kingdom take on a classic holiday icon! Merry Menagerie – Glass Ornaments Bring some Animal Kingdom into your home with this holiday souvenir! Merry Menagerie Ornament The Merry Menagerie – Glass Ornaments come with designs of a reindeer, wolf, penguin, polar bear, or owl and are inspired by the Disney’s Animal Kingdom puppets. Each ornament is 3.50 inches by 3.50 inches, is made with 100% glass, features a one-sided print, and comes with a gold ribbon for hanging. Ornaments can be purchased individually and are also available in bundles of 5, 10, 25, or 50. BUY ONLINE AT THE DFB STORE Merry Menagerie – Animal Kingdom Puppets – Adult Crewneck Sweatshirt Can’t decide which animal design you like the most? Why not all of the above?! Merry Menagerie – Animal Kingdom Puppets – Adult Crewneck Sweatshirt The Merry Menagerie – Animal Kingdom Puppets – Adult Crewneck Sweatshirt comes in several different sizes and colors and is made with 50% cotton and 50% polyester in a loose-fit style. Perfect for any situation, this unisex heavy blend crewneck sweatshirt is designed with comfort at the forefront with no itchy side seams and features a ribbed knit color so that the sweatshirt retains its shape even after washing. BUY ONLINE AT THE DFB STORE Merry Menagerie – Animal Kingdom Puppets – Sipper Glass Looking for a new holiday sipper? We’ve got you covered! Merry Menagerie – Animal Kingdom Puppets – Sipper Glass The Merry Menagerie – Animal Kingdom Puppets – Sipper Glass comes with a gasket-push bamboo lid and Tritan plastic straw available in 16 ounces. The sipper is made of clear tempered glass and, best of all, it’s BPA-free. BUY ONLINE AT THE DFB STORE Park Icons Vintage Ornaments It’s no secret we’re absolutely in love with the Disney Parks, and we let our passion shine through with the Park Icons Vintage Ornaments this holiday season! Park Icons Vintage Ornaments – Adult Hoodie Sweatshirt Rain or shine, this hoodie will amplify your Disney spirit! Park Icons Vintage Ornaments – Adult Hoodie Sweatshirt The Park Icons Vintage Ornaments – Adult Hoodie Sweatshirt takes the major park icons from the four Disney World Parks and gives them a holiday makeover! Featuring the Hollywood Tower of Terror, Cinderella Castle, Tree of Life, and Spaceship Earth as Christmas tree ornaments, this sweatshirt is a perfect way to flaunt your Disney love any time of the year! The hoodie comes in several different sizes and colors and sports a spacious kangaroo pocket. BUY ONLINE AT THE DFB STORE Park Icons Vintage Ornaments – Youth Short Sleeve Tee Shirt We’ve got plenty of gifts for the kids as well, like this youth tee! Park Icons Vintage Ornaments – Youth Tee Match your kiddo with the Park Icons Vintage Ornaments – Youth Short Sleeve Tee Shirt! This shirt features the same fun Park Icons Vintage Ornaments design and is made with 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton. The shirt is designed for comfort, featuring taped shoulders for longer fitting and an extra elastic collar. BUY ONLINE AT THE DFB STORE Gingerbread Park Icons Sticking with the Disney Parks theme, our Gingerbread Park Icons collection combines our love of treats with our love of Disney World! Gingerbread Park Icons – Accent Mug This souvenir is especially useful year-round! MUG! The Gingerbread Park Icons – Accent Mug is the perfect way to enjoy a deliciously warm drink during the holiday season or any season! These mugs are available in pink, red, or black accent colors and feature gingerbread-style images of Cinderella Castle, Spaceship Earth, the Tree of Life, and the Tower of Terror! These mugs also come in one of two sizes: 11 ounces or 15 ounces. BUY ONLINE AT THE DFB STORE Get comfy and cozy with this next holiday souvenir! Gingerbread Park Icons Blanket The Gingerbread Park Icons – Velveteen Microfiber Blanket is 80″ x 60″ and is 100% polyester. The blanket is double-sided and is perfect if you want to stay warm at the Disney Parks or want to get cozy as you watch your favorite Disney movie. BUY ONLINE AT THE DISNEY STORE Fab 5 as Presents We would NEVER forget Disney’s Fab 5 and have plenty of holiday-themed merch featuring those lovable characters in our Fab 5 as Presents collection! Fab 5 as Presents – Short Sleeve V-Neck Tee Now you can sport Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy, and Daisy with unique holiday theming! Fab 5 As Present V-Neck The Fab 5 as Presents – Short Sleeve V-Neck Tee features all five as Christmas presents under a tree in a fun holiday design! This shirt is available in five different colors and sizes and is designed specifically for comfort in a unisex style. BUY ONLINE AT THE DFB STORE Fab 5 as Presents – Adult Unisex Tank Top Hey, not everyone lives in wintery-cold climates. If this is you or you just want to represent the Fab 5 no matter the season, check out this next gift! Fab 5 as Presents – Adult Unisex Tank Top Available in several different sizes and colors, the Fab 5 as Presents – Adult Unisex Tank Top fits like a well-loved favorite. The tank features a high-quality print and has side seams to provide structural support. If you’re trying to beat the heat, enjoy the breeze, or just show off those muscles, this is a great pickup! BUY ONLINE AT THE DFB STORE All I Need Is Dole Whip Finally, if you’re a super fan of Dole Whip at Disney World, you’ll want to check out this All I Need Is Dole Whip souvenir! All You Need is Dole Whip Ornament The All You Need Is Dole Whip – Ceramic Ornament features a two-sided print that displays the iconic pineapple dessert. Made of durable ceramic, this ornament comes in a circle shape and is accompanied by a gold string for hanging. We have to warn you though, this souvenir could cause cravings for Dole Whip, so you’ll just have to head over to Disney World and pick up a treat to go with your new ornament! BUY ONLINE AT THE DFB STORE And there you have it! For more shopping and merch updates during this holiday season, stay tuned right here at the Disney Food Blog! Looking for more Disney World essentials this holiday season? Check out our Amazon storefront!The post A NEW Disney Souvenir Collection Is Available Online NOW! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Once upon a time, there was a show in Disney’s Hollywood Studios called “Voyage of the Little Mermaid.” Voyage of the Little Mermaid The show was a retelling of the animated The Little Mermaid movie with live actors singing some of the most iconic songs from that film. However, the show has been closed since 2020. “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” is a reimagining of the previous show, bringing a live-action re-telling — in a new way — back to Hollywood Studios. The show was originally supposed to debut in fall 2024, but Disney pushed its opening back to summer 2025. Now, though, we are finally seeing something happening with the new show! We recently saw a casting notice for the show to find its Ariel and Prince Eric. Now, a new casting notice has been posted for the show. This casting notice is also looking to find an Ariel and Prince Eric…now, that’s interesting. The audition notice describes both characters and notes that Ariel needs to be a lyrical pop soprano singer, while Eric will not be required to sing. ©Disney We learned more about the show in June 2024, including details about how it would feature a combination of live actors, puppets, digital animation, and live motion capture to replicate the show’s underwater setting. It sounds SO COOL. The show will also feature two songs that weren’t included in “Voyage of the Little Mermaid”: “Daughters of Triton” and “Kiss the Girl.” ©Disney The story will follow the story from The Little Mermaid animated film, but it will be focused on telling the story from Ariel’s point of view. We can’t wait! We’ll be keeping an eye out for more knews about “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure,” so stay tuned to DFB for more. When Will Disney’s NEW ‘Little Mermaid’ Show Open in Hollywood Studios? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you excited about this new show? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney's NEW 'Little Mermaid' Show Takes BIG Step Forward first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Frontier Airlines is rolling out the next phase of its “game-changing transformation” called The New Frontier. We think the name is pretty fitting, but what does The New Frontier have in store for passengers in 2025? Frontier Airlines The budget airline hopes to offer more comfort, value, and rewards for travelers. Amongst other new offerings, Frontier plans to add first class seating to their planes. We couldn’t believe it either! FIRST CLASS seats on an ultra-low-fare airline? It is not something we are used to seeing, but we are definitely curious to see how it goes for them.The new first class seats will feature “luxurious, spacious seats in the first two rows of the aircraft.” The seats are expected to be available in late 2025. ©Frontier In addition to first-class seating, Frontier Airlines will implement free seat upgrades for Elite Gold members and above on every flight. That even includes a potential upgrade to the brand-new first class seating! Frontier Airlines In mid-2025, Platinum and Diamond Elite members will also be able to fly with a companion for NO extra cost on any Frontier flight. Also in mid-2025, Frontier will launch a system to redeem FRONTIER Miles for baggage fees, seating upgrades, bundles, and other add-ons. Frontier Plane at the Orlando Airport Frontier Airlines is a popular choice for people traveling to Disney World! The airline offers low-cost fares to Orlando International Airport, making it a budget-friendly option to get to Disney World. As you are planning for your trip, make sure you check out our video that covers 50 of our essential Disney World travel tips: Stay tuned to DFB for more travel news and tips! Check out the BEST airlines for Disney World fans in 2025! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think about the first-class seating on Frontier? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! The post You Will Never Guess Which Airline Is Adding First Class Seating! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s gift giving season! Plushies! While we love this season and the joy it brings us to give our friends and family gifts and experiences they’ll love, it can also be very hard to shop for some people. If you’ve got someone in your life who loves Disney and Squishmallows and YOU love getting a good deal, then this list is for YOU! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The Best Multi-Pack! ©Amazon Love the silver from the Disney100 collections or just want a multi-pack of Squishmallows for a great deal? Then the Disney100 Squishmallow 5 Pack is the perfect way to go! You’re basically getting five for the price of one, and that’s a big win in our book. Check it out! For The Huggers ©Amazon If you’ve got a kiddo who loves to hug their stuffed animals, then the adorable Sulley HugMee Squishmallow solves that problem. Who could resist this adorable guy? Buy it online! Keep it Classy! ©Amazon If you’re looking for an adorable and cuddly plush to be your kiddo’s introduction to Disney, the Mickey Mouse HugMee Squishmallow might be a great place to start. Just look at that face! Grab it here! Two For The Price of One! ©Amazon Who doesn’t love The Lion King? If someone you know loves this classic film, then you can grab them two of their favorite characters for the price of one with the Timon and Pumbaa 2-Pack Squishmallows! Add it to your cart! Toy Story is Here! ©Amazon Everyone needs a Woody in their life, in our opinion. That’s why we adore this Woody Squishmallow — he even has his little Sheriff badge and hat! Don’t miss it! Marvel Can’t Be Left Out! ©Amazon If the person in your life adores Marvel but also wants something to hug or something cute to display on their shelf, the Iron Man HugMee Squishmallow checks all those boxes. Grab it here! BLUEY! ©Amazon We can’t forget about the Bluey fans! Now there’s a Bluey HugMee Squishmallow to add one more Bluey item to your home (the limit does not exist, it seems). Check it out! We’re always keeping an eye out for the latest Disney deals, especially during the holiday season, so stay tuned to DFB! Check out our Amazon Storefront for more favorites here! What’s your favorite plush on this list? Tell us in the comments! The post The 7 Cheapest Disney Squishmallows You Can Get on Amazon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

How much cash are you willing to shell out for an elite dessert? Amorette’s Patisserie Let’s face it, visiting Disney World doesn’t happen without dropping a pretty penny. Sure, there are obvious expenses like park tickets, Lightning Lane passes, and lodging, but if you’re a dessert fiend like us, you can quickly rack up a large bill just on sweets alone. Some desserts at Disney World come with a hefty price tag, including a couple at Amorett’s Patisserie in Disney Springs. In fact, we stopped by to try a few EXPENSIVE Disney holiday desserts! How much is too much for a good cake? Well, we spent $67 on a specialty cake at Amorette’s Patisserie and we have to tell you all about it! Amorette’s Patisserie spread The cake is a part of some seasonal offerings at Amorette’s, which will be available for a limited time this winter. Amorette’s Holiday Collection If you’ve ever wanted a large Mickey dome cake themed after a Christmas toy solider, you’re in luck! Toy Solider Mickey Dome Cake The Toy Soldier Mickey Dome Cake at Amorette’s Patisserie is made with chocolate chiffon, milk chocolate mousse, and coconut-pecan filling and will set you back a whopping $67 before tax. Amorette’s Patisserie sells year-round $67 specialty dome cakes that serve 8 to 10 people, but this one in particular is available only until December 31st, 2024. It’s so shiny! The presentation of this cake is outstanding, but $67 is a steep price. The design is very cute though, and we are fans of the chocolate decorations. As for the cake itself, it’s like a German chocolate cake coated in a thick outer layer of fluffy chocolate mousse. Ours had a great texture and was very similar to the regular dome cake. Inside the cake Be careful taking this outside, because we found that things in the atmosphere would stick to it. Because of this, we devoured it inside and we’re happy to report that it’s pretty good! The cake is super sugary and packed with flavor and, overall, we were mostly satisfied. Still, with that price tag, this is more of a special occasion cake, especially if you don’t plan on sharing it with multiple people. We love how unique it looks and we’d get it again, but that price tag is super offputting. Plenty of sugary bites If you want a specialty holiday cake but don’t want to drop around $70, check out the Christmas Present Petit Cake! This cake is very similar to the Toy Soldier Mickey Dome Cake and is also made with chocolate chiffon, milk chocolate mousse, and coconut-pecan filling. However, this much smaller cake is $22 before tax, which is still expensive but a far cry from $67. Christmas Present Petit Cake This dessert also has a ton of German chocolate cake vibes and has a little gel center, as well. Ours wasn’t dense at all and was very light, which was appreciated. This is another adorable cake and the”Dear Santa” scroll and little sugar stocking stuffers were really great additions. A light cake Overall, this is a pretty tasty treat and is super photogenic, if that’s something you want with your desserts. Be sure to grab one before it disappears after December 28th, 2024! Very tasty We tried a couple of desserts under $10, including this Christmas Snickerdoodle Cookie Croissant for $8.25. This dessert is made with croissant dough, a Snickerdoodle cookie, and a holiday sprinkle plaque. This cookie croissant is available through December 31st, 2024. Christmas Snickerdoodle Cookie Croissant Unfortunately, our Christmas Snickerdoodle Cookie Croissant was a little too hard. It was difficult to break through and we were hoping that it would be a bit lighter. The taste also didn’t blow us away. We got hints of the Snickerdoodle, which was akin in flavor to gingerbread, but it was so tough to get past the crunch. It’s an OK treat, but nothing special. This guy was TOUGH Finally, we tried the Winter Macaron Sandwich, which is made with macaron, almond cheesecake, and cranberry-cherry jam. This $7.50 treat is available at Amorette’s Patisserie now through January 4th, 2025. Winter Macaron Sandwich This dessert reminded us of an almond cheesecake. The macaron itself was pretty standard and was dyed blue. However, the cranberry cherry jam is the star here. We got cream cheese and black cherry flavors, making the jam a very pleasant surprise. The gold flakes and little sprinkles at the top were also super cute. Overall, this small treat was a big win and we’d happily get this again! The inside is deceptively delicious Expensive Disney World desserts can often be very tasty, but many times they can fall just outside a budget. For example, we’ve gone over how prices at the new Cake Bake Shop can be too much, but you can find suitable slices of cake at Gideon’s Bakehouse that are more than $10 cheaper! Did someone say CAKE?! If something like the Cake Bake Shop’s prices put you off, try the Magic Cookie Bar from Roaring Fork in Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. It’s only $4.79 and super tasty! Magic Cookie Bar Another good budget snack that’s one of our favorites is Werther’s Caramel Butter Bar, which can be found at several different locations in Disney World. Iconic If you’re willing to go up in price, check out the No Way Jose at Beaches & Cream Soda Shoppe at Disney’s Beach Club Resort! This treat is $13.50 but is pretty large. If you want to save some money or don’t have the appetite, try the also-tasty-yet-smaller All-American Sundae at Plaza Ice Cream Parlor in Magic Kingdom. No Way Jose Finding the perfect Disney World dessert can be a tough task, but that’s where we come in! Follow us right here at the Disney Food Blog for all kinds of Disney World dessert updates, tips, reviews, and more! REVIEW: Is Dinner at The Cake Bake Shop in Disney World WORTH The Price Tag? We Found Out! 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 Disney World desserts do you have no problem splurging on? Let us know in the comments! The post We're Sharing the Steep Cost of Dessert in Disney World -- Including a Cake first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Why not bring your love of Disney to your home sweet home? Cinderella Castle We love filling your everyday space with a little bit of Disney to make your routine more magical! We found 10 items perfect for doing that and that will have your guests in awe. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Check out this FREE trial of Amazon Prime now for two day shipping and more! Have Your Home Smell Magical with Pura Disney Scents! ©Amazon Nothing is better than walking into a home that smells great! With Pura, this diffuser adapts to your preferences, providing up to 120 hours of customized fragrance intensity from each smart fragrance vial. The Mickey scent includes dark chocolate mixed with a fruity splash, and Minnie uplifts your home with an Italian lemon and sparkling citrus fizz blend. View on Amazon Serve Your Guests with this Mickey Mouse Cheese Board and Knife Set ©Amazon If you love hosting and throwing parties, this Mickey Mouse cheese board and knife set is for you. This durable parawood charcuterie board is iconically shaped like Mickey Mouse’s head and features a hard cheese knife, chisel knife, and cheese fork with wooden handles in a pullout drawer. View on Amazon Decorate Your Walls with Disneyland Posters ©Amazon Immerse your home in the magic of Disneyland with a set of 9 (11×17”) unframed art posters. From the creepy Haunted Mansion to the adventurous Star Tours, these prints transform any room into a nostalgic celebration of Disney parks. We love these for your home office or even your Disney-themed guest room! View on Amazon Our Favorite Disney Glasses are HERE We love these glasses! We love these glasses from Joyjolt and rave about them! They come in a four-pack featuring Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Daisy. Not only are they adorable, they are practical and will be useful for day-to-day use. Pull these out for guests to make them a specialty cocktail or an iced coffee — either way, they are sure to be admired. View on Amazon Sleep on Disney World Pillows From Your Home ©Amazon If you want to feel the luxury of a hotel bed in your own home, grab these Sobel Westex Pillows. They are actually the SAME pillows that you’ll find in Disney World hotel! This pillow is lofty and luxurious, our best pillow for side sleepers is filled with hypoallergenic, extra fine, and soft gel fiber filled in a 300 thread count 100% cotton cover. Throw these on your guest bed and impress your guests! View on Amazon Hang this Disney World Road Sign in Your Home ©Amazon If you’ve driven at Disney World, you’ll notice the signs for the parks look just like the one above. This 8″ x 12″ aluminum metal sign is printed with epoxy ink, so you can hang it inside or outside. Other Disney adults will appreciate this niche decor. View on Amazon This Trinket Box Will Steal Your Heart ©Amazon This trinket box is from the Disney Traditions by Jim Shore collection titled ‘Who is the Fairest One of All.’ Honor Disney’s Snow White film with this fully sculpted reproduction of the Evil Queen’s heart box. We love the idea of using it in a guest bathroom for decor or by a bedside table with mints for your family and friends. View on Amazon Serve Up Mickey Waffles in Your Kitchen ©Amazon If you want larger Mickey waffles, you’ll want to go for the one that makes 7″ waffles. This style would be similar to the waffles you can grab at Sleepy Hallow in Magic Kingdom. This waffle maker features non-stick cooking plates, non-skid rubber feet, and an illuminated power indicator light. View on Amazon Dine Like a Princess With This Set ©Target In beautiful pastel tones with swirling gold detail, this Disney Princess 16-Piece Dinnerware Set is fit for royalty. With four unique place settings honoring Merida, Moana, Pocahontas, Aurora, this set truly brings the magic of Disney home. Impress your guests with this. View on Target Bring in the Holiday Cheer With This Disney Christmas Train ©Target All aboard this Christmas train with Mickey and Friends. The Disney Holiday Train has sound and lights that add to the appeal of this piece. It plays 8 classic Christmas songs. View on Target Check out our Amazon Storefront for More Disney decor for your home! View Our Storefront Here For More Disney Deals on Amazon! The post 10 Disney Home Items That Will Make All Your Guests Say “Ooh!” first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

A NEW Disney popcorn bucket is coming SOON! However, you might be surprised to hear that you won’t be able to get this bucket at the Disney Parks. We love popcorn! In fact, you may not even have to travel very far to grab this new popcorn bucket. It all depends on how far away the nearest Regal theater is from you. Regal Movies recently revealed a brand-new popcorn bucket being released for the Mufasa: The Lion King movie. ©Regal Movies The new movie is in theaters beginning December 20th, and you will be able to grab some collectibles at Regal, including a popcorn bucket! The popcorn bucket is designed to look like Pride Rock, and you can put the popcorn inside the rock. We have to say, it is a pretty cool-looking popcorn bucket. ©Regal Movies In addition to the popcorn bucket, you can get a blanket with a pillow pouch, collector cups, and popcorn tins featuring Mufasa and Taka. If you are eagerly anticipating this new movie, you can really stock up on collectibles at Regal! ©Regal Movies We can’t wait to see this new movie when it hits theaters on December 20th! And we might be adding a new popcorn bucket to our collection, too. Stay tuned to DFB for all your Disney popcorn bucket news! Check out EVERYTHING coming to Disney+ in December! 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 getting the Mufasa popcorn bucket? Let us know in the comments! The post The NEW Disney Popcorn Bucket You Can Get WITHOUT a Park Ticket first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s no secret that we’re excited for the opening of Epic Universe, but we also admit that we’re a little nervous. ©Universal Opening an entire new park comes with lots of excitement, but also lots of room for error and for things to go wrong that need to be fixed ASAP so the park can function at its full capacity and meet the masses of people that are arriving to experience it for the first time. Which is why we’re surprised we’re not all talking more about this HUGE issue that’s bound to arise for the new park. Inside the new Epic Universe park will be the Grand Helios Hotel. This new hotel will give guests direct access into the park (a separate entrance than all other guests will use), and currently is available for bookings. The hotel is set to open on May 22nd, 2025, and guests can expect to pay a minimum of $293 per night plus tax based on a 4-night stay. Universal Helios Grand Hotel ©Universal Studios While the pricing is about on par with some of Universal Orlando’s other higher-end hotels, and we understand the price tag since it comes with the massive perk of staying right at the new park, there’s one BIG perk that Universal Orlando’s other higher end hotels like Loews Portofino Bay DO have that the Helios Grand Hotel is missing, and that’s NO EXPRESS PASS! ©Universal One of the biggest perks of staying at the current higher-end Universal Orlando hotels, which are the Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Portofino Bay, and Loews Royal Pacific Hotel, are that you get Universal’s Express Pass included with your stay for EVERY day of your vacation. That’s a huge perk, especially when you’re staying in the busy season when Express Pass prices sky rocket. However at this time, the Helios Grand Hotel is NOT offering Express Pass for any of the Universal Orlando parks. Universal Orlando Express Pass So while yes, you’ll be gaining a perk of staying in the backyard of Epic Universe, you’ll be paying the same price (and potentially more) than at the Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Portofino Bay, or Loews Royal Pacific Hotel, but missing out on a massive offering that will likely be very necessary when visiting the parks at busier times. At this time it’s possible the offering could be added to the hotel in the future, but it’s also just as likely that it won’t be! More Recent Epic Universe News! Are We Just Gonna Ignore This Chaotic Epic Universe Problem?!3 Ways Epic Universe Will Beat Disney World Every TimeUniversal’s Epic Universe Looks Very Different Than It Did Just A Year Ago — See What’s CHANGED!Universal Shares SNEAK PEEK Inside NEW Harry Potter Attraction Coming to Epic Universe4 Big Reasons Disney World Crowds Could Be Lower in 2025 We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest news, so stay tuned to DFB! FULL Breakdown of the PRICING for Universal’s NEW Epic Universe Hotel 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 to stay at the Helios Grand Hotel? Tell us in the comments! The post Are We Just Gonna Ignore This Chaotic Epic Universe Problem?! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Celebrities LOVE Disney World — we often see them hanging around enjoying some time at The Most Magical Place on Earth. Magic Kingdom Hey, we get it. We’re just like Charlize Theron and visit every chance we can get (minus her incredible acting talent and bank account). We’ve even recently saw Josh Gad narrate the Candlelight Processional at the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays, and we know he even spent some time in Animal Kingdom during his visit. John Stamos NEVER stops visiting and talking about his love for Disney. Well, we saw a celebrity recently who couldn’t stop TALKING about her latest trip to Disney World. She even mentioned how much she loves Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. And she pointed out her Disney tour guides in the audience! Pointing out her tour guides When Nickel Creek came on stage to join her, they continued the conversation for about another 5 minutes. EVERYONE loves Disney World, y’all. The discussion continues It was a lot of fun to see how much a celebrity like Musgraves really enjoyed our favorite place in the world — and we totally get it. We love it, too! We loved her concert, but we won’t lie — these few minutes might have been our favorite part. Stay tuned to DFB for more. 5 Hotels Where Celebrities Always Stay in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of this news? Share with us in the comments! The post This Celebrity Couldn't Shut Up About Disney World -- And Honestly, We Don't Blame Her first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We don’t know about you, but this weather has us ready to cozy up on the couch with a mug of hot cocoa while we watch our favorite holiday movies and shows on Disney+. ©Disney And, whether or not you’re a fan of holiday movies, the good news is that you’ve got plenty of new movies and shows to look forward to because Disney just released a full list of the new content dropping on Disney+ this December! Don’t miss everything NEW streaming on Disney+ this December! Check it all out below. Monday, December 2 Mickey and the Very Many Christmases Star Wars: Skeleton Crew (Two-Episode Premiere) Tuesday, December 3 Jung Kook: I Am Still – The Original (S1, 3 Episodes) Wednesday, December 4 Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends (S3, 5 Episodes) CMA Country Christmas (Premiere) ©Disney Saturday, December 7 Destruction Decoded (S2, 9 Episodes) Inside the Enchanted Forests (S1, 6 Episodes) Monday, December 9 Bluey Minisodes (New Episodes) The Simpsons Funday Football (Live at 8 p.m. ET) Tuesday, December 10 Sugarcane Wednesday, December 11 Big City Greens (S4, 1 Episode) Mickey Mouse Funhouse (S3, 4 Episodes) Dream Productions (Premiere – All Episodes Streaming) Star Wars: Skeleton Crew (Episode 3) Friday, December 13 Elton John: Never Too Late (Premiere) Invisible (Premiere – All Episodes Streaming) ©Disney Monday, December 16 Morphle and the Magic Pets (S1, 6 Episodes) Tuesday, December 17 Blink The Simpsons Christmas Double Episode: “O C’mon All Ye Faithful” (Premiere) Wednesday, December 18 SuperKitties (S2, 5 Episodes) ZOMBIES: The Re-Animated Series (S1, 4 Episodes) Star Wars: Skeleton Crew (Episode 4) Friday, December 20 Lost Treasures of the Bible (S1, 6 Episodes) Sunday, December 22 Marvel Animation’s What If…? (Season 3 Premiere – New Episodes debuting daily for 8 days) ©Marvel Monday, December 23 Me & Winnie the Pooh (S2, 5 Episodes) Playdate with Winnie the Pooh: Shorts (S2, 3 Episodes) Marvel Animation’s What If…? (Season 3 Episode 2) Tuesday, December 24 Marvel Animation’s What If…? (Season 3 Episode 3) Wednesday, December 25 – Spend Christmas Day with Disney+ Dunk The Halls (Animated Game Airs Live at 12 p.m. ET on ESPN2, Disney+, and ESPN2+; Traditional Game Presentation on ABC, ESPN, Disney+, and ESPN+) 12 p.m. ET – NBA Christmas Special Presented by State Farm: San Antonio Spurs at New York Knicks 2:30 p.m. EST – NBA Christmas Special Presented by State Farm: Minnesota Timberwolves at Dallas Mavericks 5 p.m. EST – NBA Christmas Special Presented by State Farm: Philadelphia 76ers at Boston Celtics 8 p.m. EST – NBA Christmas Special Presented by State Farm: Los Angeles Lakers at Golden State Warriors 10:30 p.m. EST – NBA Christmas Special Presented by State Farm: Denver Nuggets at Phoenix Suns Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade (Premiere) Doctor Who: Joy to the World (Premiere) Star Wars: Skeleton Crew (Episode 5) Marvel Animation’s What If…? (Season 3 Episode 4) ©ESPN Thursday, December 26 Marvel Animation’s What If…? (Season 3 Episode 5) Friday, December 27 John Williams in Tokyo Marvel Animation’s What If…? (Season 3 Episode 6) Saturday, December 28 Marvel Animation’s What If…? (Season 3 Episode 7) Sunday, December 29 Marvel Animation’s What If…? (Season 3 Episode 8) ©Disney In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news, updates, and more! The NEW Problem That’s Suddenly Plaguing Disney Vacation Club Members 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 are you streaming on Disney+ this month? Tell us in the comments. The post EVERYTHING Coming to Disney+ in December first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney has been working hard to expand ESPN and to seamlessly provide consumers with sports content. ©ESPN A direct-to-consumer sports streaming platform has been discussed at length, and CEO Bob Iger continues to look for ways to bring us better sports entertainment. One of the most talked about ways of doing that has been the addition of the ESPN tile to Disney+. This tile would act similarly to the Hulu tile, which was recently added. This makes it easy for subscribers to access all their content in one location. Well, after talking about this coming service for a while now, it has officially launched! As of December 4th, Disney+ subscribers will see the ESPN tile right on the homepage of their Disney+ app. This will provide a new hub with select sports content, all within a single app. The new service will provide live coverage of sports games, giving more people the ability to enjoy the content. ©Disney According to Disney, it will be a “seamlessly integrated viewing experience.” Options are available right away, with lots to come! John Lasker, Senior Vice President of EPSN+, shared, “In the first 90 days, bundle subscribers should expect 5,000 live events, including NFL, NBA, NHL, College Basketball, and Australian Open. Also, new originals from 30 for 30 and ESPN Original Series.” Standalone Disney+ subscribers are now able to access a selection of live sports, studio shows, and ESPN Films from ESPN+. This will include The Simpson Funday Football animated Monday Night Football game, a lineup of five NBA games on Christmas Day, a Dunk the Halls animated NBA presentation, and the first day of coverage of the Australian Open. Of course, you can also enjoy a select collection of TV shows and movies from Hulu. ©Disney Alisa Bowen, President of Disney+, stated, “One of the things I’m most excited about with this launch is that we’re also making the ESPN and Hulu tiles visible to all subscribers. That means for our Disney+ standalone subscribers, they’ll have a really easy way to discover everything we offer from these two incredible brands and have the ability to upgrade their subscription for the full bundle experience.” ©Disney Disney is excited about this new addition to Disney+ and the groundwork it lays for the upcoming launch of ESPN’s flagship direct-to-consumer product, which is expected to be available in the Fall of 2025. If you’re looking for sports content to enjoy over the holidays, head to your Disney+ app to enjoy all the great content in one place! You can enjoy those holiday movies and live sports right from the Disney+ app. For more Disney news, keep following DFB! How Much Will Disney’s NEW Sports Streaming Service Cost? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you excited for this Disney+ update? Let us know in the comments! The post HEADS UP! The Disney+ App Has CHANGED first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Being a Disney World fan isn’t for the faint of heart — and that’s especially true if you’re a Disney World Annual Passholder. Disney World Annual Pass Sure, there are plenty of perks that come along with being a passholder, like free parking at the parks, discounts on dining, shopping, and hotels, and of course, admission to the theme parks. But, there’s something else being a Disney World Annual Passholder comes with: price increases. And, we think we might know when we can expect even more Annual Pass price increases for Disney World. Disney World Annual Pass prices are increasing… eventually. We may not have an official announcement from Disney about the next round of price increases just yet, but we do have a pretty good idea based on past price increases — including the most recent ones. APs this way Annual Passes have increased in price exponentially over the years, with many longtime passholders deciding not to renew because of the ever-growing prices and ever-shrinking perks. But, being an Annual Passholder still comes with plenty of benefits that might make it appealing enough for you to want to dip your toes into the water. We certainly don’t blame you — after all, going to Disney World every day is kind of our whole thing. Stitch magnet Disney’s current Annual Pass system was introduced when the parks reopened after the COVID-19 pandemic, and we’ve seen a couple of increases since then — both in October, one in 2023 and the other just recently in 2024. But, prior to that, we’d often see price increases hit Annual Passes in October and February. Magic Kingdom Annual Passholder entrance Here’s a look at the current pricing for Disney World Annual Passes from the October 2024 increases, along with the previous pricing: Disney Incredi-Pass: $1,549 (previously $1,449) Disney Sorcerer Pass: $1,079 (previously $999) Disney Pirate Pass: $829 (previously $799) Disney Pixie Dust Pass: $469 (previously $439) Annual Pass Card At the end of the day, only Disney knows when Disney is going to raise prices on Annual Passes. But, if history is any indication, it’s possible that we could see price increases hit during these times — which means you should be prepared. If you’re considering buying a new Annual Pass, you might want to think about doing it before next October rolls around otherwise you might fall victim to those pesky price increases. Magic Kingdom No matter what, you can guarantee that we’ll be on the lookout for price increases in Disney World and Disneyland. In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest updates, news, and more! EVERYTHING You Need To Know About Being a Disney World Annual Passholder Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you a Disney World Annual Passholder? Tell us in the comments. The post We Know When Annual Pass Prices Will INCREASE in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Magic Kingdom is about to undergo a MASSIVE transformation. Rivers of America First, the park is getting a Pirates of the Caribbean lounge, which is set to open in late 2025. Then there’s the new Villains land that we are ALL eagerly waiting to learn more about. An entire part of the park, Rivers of America, and Tom Sawyer Island, is set to be demolished to make way for a new Cars expansion that will expand Frontierland. Disney previously filed the first permit to begin the demolishment of that section of the park but recently had to request an extension for that permit. In August 2024, Disney filed a permit for 407 Basin Stormwater Modifications. The summary of the project stated, “Construction of a stormwater management master treatment facility to provide stormwater quality treatment for improvements within Canal L407/L407A and L405 Basins within the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District.” The project site is just east of Magic Kingdom. Permit number 48-00714-P Basically, that permit made it seem like Disney needs to build a treatment facility for stormwater drained from the area. Under Environmental Impacts, the permit read, “The project has 7.3 acres of surface water impacts to Rivers of America,” which leads us to believe this permit is for beginning work on the big Cars expansion in the park. Permit number 48-00714-P In September, the S0uth Florida Water Management District requested additional information for the permit. An additional letter was sent on December 3rd, giving Disney 10 days to get that information and correct the permit to the district or the permit will be denied. ©South Florida Water Management District The Central Florida Tourism District has responded with its own letter, requesting a 60-day extension for Disney to respond to the original request made in September. ©Central Florida Tourism District Disney will likely not proceed with any construction until this permit has been approved and will need to file other permits for the actual demolition and construction work to take place in Magic Kingdom. Disney has not yet revealed an opening timeline for the new Cars expansion, nor for the Villains land expansion, and we might not see work actually beginning for either until mid or late 2025 until all permits are submitted and approved. We’ll keep an eye out for more details, so stay tuned to DFB for more. The ONE THING We HATE About the Magic Kingdom Expansion Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of this news? Share with us in the comments! The post CONFIRMED: Disney Requests Permit Extension for Magic Kingdom Expansion first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney has been VERY busy recently with announcements concerning the theme parks. ©Disney Earlier this year, we learned about a new Avatar land and Coco ride coming to Disneyland, along with an expansion to Avengers Campus. Disney World is getting a Villains show, a Monsters, Inc. land, a Tropical Americas-themed land, two new Cars rides, and a Villains land, among other things. Well, recently, Disney started dropping some opening timelines for some of the new things coming to Disney World — and we couldn’t be more excited. So let’s get to all the opening timelines (and one closing timeline) Disney recently revealed for Disney World. Spaceship Earth Lounge The Spaceship Earth Lounge coming to EPCOT was first announced at this year’s big D23 event. Although we don’t yet know where the lounge will be located, Disney promised fantastic views of the World Celebration gardens, as well as a “unique perspective of the nightly fireworks.” The interior will take inspiration from Spaceship Earth’s design. ©Disney So when can we expect to be chilling inside the Spaceship Earth Lounge? Disney revealed the lounge is set to open in late spring 2025. That’s not far away AT ALL! Everything we know so far about the Spaceship Earth Lounge Test Track We are getting so PUMPED for the new version of Test Track, although Disney hasn’t really dropped a lot of details about what the reimagined ride might be like. But we do know that it will have a new storyline built around “a joy ride through scenes focusing on onboard technology, customization and personalization. Followed by a trip through a scenic outdoor route reminding us all of the joys of driving, taking in the world around us and spending quality time with friends and family.” ©Disney Disney did reveal, though, that the NEW version of Test Track will open in late summer 2025. We previously only knew it would open next year, so now we have a general idea of when we’ll be able to ride it. More about Test Track’s opening timeline Dinosaur Okay, so we know that Dinosaur will eventually have to close to make way for a new attraction and Tropical Americas-themed land in Disney’s Animal Kingdom that will take over Dinoland, U.S.A. Disney has previously announced that the re-theming of Dinoland will be done in phases and that Dinosaur will still be available to ride, at least for a little while. Dr. Grant Seeker will be unemployed soon Well, now, we know when Dinosaur will officially close, and the good news is you’ll have a lot of time to ride it before it does. Disney officially announced that “2025 is your year to visit it before it goes extinct!” So if you’re wanting to “get that dino” one more time, you’ll need to do so before the end of 2025. Learn more about the land replacing Dinoland, U.S.A. Pirates of the Caribbean Lounge We are almost TOO stoked about the upcoming Pirates of the Caribbean Lounge coming to Magic Kingdom. The lounge will welcome guests of all ages with a variety of food and drinks plus Disney has promised some “magical surprises.” Well, now we know when we’ll be able to rub elbows with fellow Pirates fans in this lounge. An all-new lounge themed to Pirates of the Caribbean will open at Magic Kingdom in 2025. ©Disney Disney revealed that the Pirates of the Caribbean Lounge will officially open its doors in late 2025. That means we probably still have another year to wait, and WE HATE THAT, but we’ll keep an eye out for more details. Learn more about this new lounge We’re excited to finally have some idea of when these new things will open in Disney World. We’ll be keeping an eye out for more big announcements, so stay tuned to DFB for more. 3 Big Reasons Disney World Crowds Could Be Higher in 2025 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think? Are you excited about these new projects opening in Disney World in 2025? Let us know in the comments! The post 4 MAJOR Disney World Announcements You Don't Want To Miss first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are only a few sleeps left until 2025, which begs the question, “Are you coming to Disney World in 2025?” Magic Kingdom As we all know there a whole lot of changes coming to Disney World this next year and they can seriously impact your 2025 vacation plans for one very big reason — the crowds! So let’s have a quick chat about some of the reasons why we think that the the Disney World crowds in 2025 could be much higher than before! As we were saying, 2025 could be one of the busiest years we’ve seen in the Disney World parks in a while, and we don’t want you to get caught up in all that, so let’s break down three big reasons why we think 2025 will be quite the busy year at Disney World. Spaceship Earth crowds Epic Universe is Opening at Universal Orlando First up, Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe is going to opens its gates on May 22nd, 2025, and it’s going to be a game-changer. This massive new park will draw crowds from around the globe, with it’s 5 sure to be jaw-dropping lands like Super Nintendo World. But here’s the kicker – many of those travelers won’t just stop with Universal. ©Universal When people hear about an exciting new park like Epic Universe, they often think, “Well, if we’re heading to Florida anyway, why not make it a big family vacation and hit Disney World too?” You know how it goes – might as well check off multiple theme park bucket list items in one trip. So even though Epic Universe is technically a Universal project, we’re betting Disney World will see a ripple effect in attendance. Saying Goodbye to Fan-Favorite Rides 2025 is already shaping up to be an emotional rollercoaster (pun-intended) for Disney World fans. You’ve probably heard that some of its classic attractions are set to close their doors permanently, and you better believe people will be flocking to the parks to ride them one last time. Here’s what’s on the chopping block: DINOSAUR and It’s Tough To Be A Bug at Animal Kingdom Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom Muppet*Vision 3D at Hollywood Studios Muppet*Vision 3D All of us Disney fans love our nostalgia, and the chance to experience these attractions one last time is likely going to draw some massive crowds. In addition to that, there are some major temporary closures happening too: Big Thunder Mountain Railroad (will be closed for over a year starting on January 6th, 2025) Rock ‘n’ Rollercoaster (which is getting a Muppets re-theme) ©Disney So if you’ve been meaning to snap a selfie in front of DINOSAUR or catch the quirky Muppets 3D show, 2025 is your last chance. These “farewell tours” always bring in a wave of Disney die-hards! New Attractions and Experiences While we’re saying goodbye to some of our favorite classics, 2025 is also welcoming tons of new magic. Disney isn’t letting Epic Universe steal all the thunder. Here’s a taste of what’s coming: A new villains stage show in Hollywood Studios (Summer 2025). ©Disney The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure (Hollywood Studios Summer 2025) Zootopia: Better Zoogether! (Animal Kingdom Winter 2025) Test Track 3.0 (EPCOT reopening in 2025) Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away, a brand-new nighttime parade at Magic Kingdom (Summer 2025) ©Disney A Spaceship Earth-themed lounge in EPCOT (in 2025) A Pirates of the Caribbean Lounge in Magic Kingdom (in 2025) A new DVC lounge, McKim’s Mile House, opening at Magic Kingdom (Summer 2025) ©Disney What Does This Mean for Your Trip? Well, if you’re planning a Disney World vacation in 2025, you’ll want to keep these factors in mind. Higher crowds mean booking all your reservations early, and mentally preparing for longer wait times. On the flip side, you’ll also potentially get to experience a mix of old and new, which could make your trip really unforgettable. EPCOT In the meantime, make sure to continue to follow along with Disney Food Blog for all the latest Disney news! It’s OFFICIAL! This Surprising Trend Is Taking Over Disney World in 2025 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be visiting Disney World in 2025? Let us know in the comments! The post 3 Big Reasons Disney World Crowds Could Be Higher in 2025 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays has returned! We were in EPCOT on opening day to try out all the new food and experience everything the festival offers. 2024 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays We have FULL reviews of every booth at the festival and a round-up of the best booths and items! We had a bit of trouble getting our hands on one exclusive treat, but we were finally able to grab it recently. We are headed to the Refreshment Station in EPCOT to try out an EXCLUSIVE Annual Passholder treat for the Festival of the Holidays! The treat is called the Frostbite Frozen Slushy, and you can grab it for $6.25. It is a Fanta Blue Raspberry slushy with assorted candies. It is also served in a souvenir cup featuring the monorail! Frostbite Frozen Slushy We think the glass is really adorable, but other than that, this exclusive treat is pretty boring. It is a blue raspberry slushy with a few toppings on top. The toppings really don’t add any flavor, but they are cute. The sprinkles were really hard, which wasn’t the best texture for the slushy. Frostbite Frozen Slushy There was also some white stuff sprinkled on top that mimicked the look of snow. It didn’t melt into the slushy, giving the drink an almost frostbitten texture. We are unsure how we felt about the texture, but it does help us understand the drink’s name. Frostbite Frozen Slushy If you are looking for a fun souvenir cup or a classic blue raspberry slush, this treat could be a great option! However, if you are looking for something unique, we might suggest heading elsewhere. If you are heading to the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays, make sure you check out our video that covers everything you can eat at the festival (including which ones were our favorites!): Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World food reviews! Check out our picks for the BEST of the FEST for the 2024 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays! DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Get All the Details About Disney Jollywood Nights Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you tried the Frostbite Frozen Slushy yet? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! The post REVIEW: This Exclusive EPCOT Festival Treat Is Only Worth It for the FREE Souvenir first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Has Disney World finally DONE it? Have they created a scenario where their parks will be EMPTY next year? Or are the crowds still gonna be flooding the parks in full-force? Let’s break down the possibilities so YOU’LL know how to plan around them in 2025. Check out our video below: Why Disney World Could Be Empty in 2025  Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more theme park news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What is your favorite park to visit in Disney World? Tell us in the comments. The post DFB Video: Why Disney World Could Be Empty in 2025 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article