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Are you ready to be able to stream even more movies and TV shows on Disney+? ©Disney Next month, a brand-new documentary detailing the production of the fan-favorite A Goofy Movie will be available to stream along with the season finale of Marvel Television’s Daredevil: Born Again and the season two premiere of Andor! Plus, so much more! Get ready to binge! Let’s take a look at everything coming to the streaming service next month! Tuesday, April 1 Lost Treasures of Rome (S2, 6 episodes) National Parks: USA (S1, 5 episodes) RoboGobo (S1, 24 episodes) Marvel Television’s Daredevil: Born Again – Episode 7 at 6 PM PT Thursday, April 3 -Oklahoma City Bombing: One Day in America (S1, 3 episodes) Friday, April 4 Kindergarten: The Musical (S1, 5 episodes) Monday, April 7 David Blaine Do Not Attempt – Two New Episodes Not Just a Goof – Premiere ©Disney Tuesday, April 8 Marvel Television’s Daredevil: Born Again – Penultimate Episode at 6 PM PT Wednesday, April 9 Marvel’s Spidey and His Amazing Friends (S3, 4 episodes) Friday, April 11 The Abyss 4K Pets- Premiere Saturday, April 12 Titanic: The Digital Resurrection To Catch a Smuggler (S8, 8 episodes) Doctor Who (Season 2) – Premiere Tuesday, April 15 Marvel Television’s Daredevil: Born Again – Season Finale at 6 PM PT Wednesday, April 16 Big City Greens (S4, 7 episodes) SuperKitties (S2, 3 episodes) ©Disney Friday, April 18 Light & Magic (Season 2) – Premiere Saturday, April 19 Doctor Who (Season 2) – Episode 2 Monday, April 21 Secret of the Penguins (S1, 3 episodes) Tuesday, April 22 ABC News Live Special: Last Lands (S1, 4 episodes) Andor (Season 2) – Three-episode Premiere at 6 PM PT Sea Lions of the Galapagos – Premiere Guardians of the Galapagos – Premiere Friday, April 25 Megastructures: Real Madrid Super Stadium Saturday, April 26 Doctor Who (Season 2) – Episode 3 Tuesday, April 29 Andor (Season 2) – Three new episodes at 6 PM PT Wednesday, April 30 Chibi Tiny Tales: Shorts (S5, 7 episodes) Mickey Mouse Funhouse (S3, 5 episodes) ©Disney We can’t wait to stream all of these when they head to Disney+ next month! To stay up to date on all the latest Disney news, stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog! ‘Moana 2’ Has Already Been Streamed 27.3 Million Times on Disney+ 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 most excited to stream? Let us know in the comments!The post Everything Coming to Disney+ in April 2025 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

I’ve been going to Disney World for over 30 years, and by this point, you’d think I’d have done pretty much all there is to do. Mickey would be disappointed in me. But, you would be wrong. I was lucky enough to grow up close enough to Disney World that visits were pretty frequent in my childhood, and that tradition has continued into my adulthood. In spite of all of this, there are still plenty of things around the parks, hotels, and beyond I’ve yet to do — so I’m spilling my secrets. I’ve been to Disney World hundreds of times, but that still doesn’t mean I’ve seen it all, done it all, or eaten it all there! There are quite a few things I still haven’t done, but these are (from what I’m told) the most egregious things I’ve never done. And, before you come for me in the comments — I fully plan on crossing most of these off of my Disney World To-Do List! Seen Mickey’s PhilharMagic I know, I know — don’t get me wrong, it’s not that I don’t WANT to see PhilharMagic in Fantasyland, it’s just that when I’m at Magic Kingdom, I am on a MISSION. And, that mission often doesn’t include seeing this — or any — show at this park. To tell you the truth, Magic Kingdom is my least favorite park these days (lookin’ at you, TTC) and so when I’m there it’s to simply do the essentials. Mickey’s PhilharMagic Of course, the essentials to me are Joffrey’s Shakin’ Jamaican Cold Brew, Pirates of the Caribbean, Haunted Mansion, Carousel of Progress, and Cheeseburger Spring Rolls. Not necessarily in that order. Eaten at Cinderella’s Royal Table Cinderella’s Royal Table has been around almost as long as I have — but I’ve still never eaten there! This kind of goes back to my whole Magic Kingdom point, but still, dining in Cinderella Castle is something we pretty much always recommend people do on their trip. Cinderella’s Royal Table But, here at DFB, we don’t necessarily love the food at CRT — it’s pretty expensive and not our favorite overall. The vibes here are immaculate, though, and that’s why we recommend it! It’s hard to beat dining in the actual castle with Princesses there to hang out with you! Been on Kali River Rapids I must admit — I’ve never been on Kali River Rapids at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This river raft ride is located in the Asia section of Animal Kingdom, and while this park has quickly climbed the ranks and become one of my favorites, Kali River Rapids could fall into oblivion and I wouldn’t even bat an eye. Sure, I don’t want to yuck anyone else’s yum, but let’s be real here — is this anyone’s favorite Disney World ride? HARD PASS This applies to most water rides, but Kali River Rapids is no doubt the worst offender at Disney World. And, as you might have guessed — this is the one thing I truly don’t have a desire to do. Done the Animation Experience Taking the Wildlife Express Train to Rafiki’s Planet Watch at Animal Kingdom is one of my favorite things to do at this park. This peaceful 7-minute ride through Animal Kingdom includes scenes of backstage areas you can’t see when you’re in the park, and then you end up at a hidden oasis — complete with Conservation Station, petting zoo, and veterinary office! Animation Experience Also offered here is the Animation Experience at Conservation Station, which is when a real Disney animator teaches participants to draw a Disney character. When you’re done, you’ll have a unique souvenir that YOU MADE to take home with you. And, while it’s an incredibly underrated thing to do — I’ve still never done it! Been to Hoop-Dee-Doo Disney’s Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue takes place at Fort Wilderness’ Pioneer Hall and is an extravaganza of food and entertainment that the whole family will love. Seriously, it’s hard not to have a good time here from what I’ve seen. And, despite how badly I’ve been wanting to experience it, I still never have! The timing just hasn’t been right for this one to work out for me, but hopefully it does some day soon. Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue Don’t worry — these are absolutely on my Disney World To-Do List! Well, except for Kali River Rapids since you couldn’t PAY me to ride that one (though if someone wants to try, I’m willing to entertain offers). Maybe you’ll catch me at Cinderella’s Royal Table or watching PhilharMagic one day! In the meantime, we’ll be on the lookout for more updates from Disney World. Make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more! The SECRET To Getting Your Money’s Worth When Drinking Around the World at EPCOT 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 Is there something you’ve still never done at Disney World? Tell us in the comments. The post I’ve Been Going to Disney World for Over Thirty Years and I’ve Still Never Done THIS first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Spring has sprung in Disney World! The EPCOT Flower and Garden festival is happening NOW and we’ve already spent some serious time sampling ALL the food booths at the festival. Beach Club Marketplace Now, Easter and spring snacks are arriving all over Disney World — and we’re ready to indulge in things with Peeps on them and things shaped like bunny butts. Now, two new treats that don’t fall into those categories have arrived at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, so let’s head on over there and try them out. These new treats can be found at Beach Club Marketplace. The first is the Carrot Cake Cupcake with Cream Cheese Buttercream, Chocolate Cookie Crumbs, and Spring Sprinkles for $5.99. We’ll start this review by stating that we think many of Disney World’s cupcakes are basic. Well, this is NOT a basic cupcake. It’s a nice, light, and moist carrot cake with no weird things in it (like raisons or big shavings of carrots). It’s nicely spiced, too. Carrot Cake Cupcake Of course, the BEST part of carrot cake is that cream cheese frosting and the frosting inside this cupcake is DELICIOUS. The frosting on top is a standard buttercream, though. We will recommend grabbing a fork as this can get a little messy — the green frosting will probably stain your fingers and teeth. That filling is EVERYTHING You can also pick up the Painted Egg Whoopie Pie, made with Cinnamon Sponge Cake with Maple Buttercream Filling topped with Pastel Chocolate and Springtime Sprinkles for $5.29. This one ALSO surprised us. We thought this would be plain and bland, but it’s got a delicious vanilla bean flavor, both in the cake and filling. The texture is nice and springy, too. Painted Egg Whoopie Pie However, those sprinkles are going to fall off so you’ll just have to deal with that when you try to eat it. It might seem like it would be super sugary, but it’s not — it’s lighter than the cupcake. It’s also a pretty good size, so it’s potentially shareable. It’s HUGE So if you happen to find yourself over in the area, be sure to grab one of these new snacks if you’re craving a fun spring treat. And stay tuned to DFB for more reviews. WE KNOW – there are SO many great snacks at Disney World! How do you choose (we don’t want to choose but will blow our budget on Day 1 otherwise)? We’ve got you covered! We have reviewed nearly EVERY snack available at Disney World, and we’ve written a series of DFB Guides about them! Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. You can even download them to your smartphone – it’ll be like we’re right there with you in the parks! 12 of My Favorite Snacks Under $10, From a Former Disney World Cast Member Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your favorite Easter/spring snack in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post Hold Up. Did We Just Find a Disney World Cupcake We Actually LIKE?! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Stop what you’re doing, new Loungefly items just dropped! Loungefly Backpacks are tempting, we know! Check out some of these BRAND NEW Loungfly items, now available on Amazon! You’re going to want to get your wallets out for these. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get this Goofy Movie Loungefly ©Amazon We absolutely love this Goofy Movie Disney Loungefly Bag! The vibrant pastel colors really pop, and the bag has this retro design to it that we like. The back of the bag features a picture of Powerline, doing his iconic pose. On the inside of the bag you’ll find, “A Goofy Movie: 30 Years”, in a grid pattern.This Longefly is a must grab for fans of Max and Roxanne, and want to show off their Goofy Movie fandom! View on Amazon Get this Goofy Movie Max Loungefly ©Amazon Another Goofy Movie Loungefly, featuring Max in his popstar persona! The Goofy Movie Max Loungefly Bag has a shiny gold look, and the bag features Powerline Max. We love the detail in Max’s visor, as you can see the reflection of Roxanne smiling at him! This Disney Loungefly is another must-grab for Goofy Movie fans, who want to stand out in the crowd! View on Amazon Get this Disney Princess Loungefly ©Amazon How adorable is this bag? The Disney Princess Carousel Loungefly Bag is perfect for all the Disney princess lovers out there. This bag features Cinderella, Belle, Tiana, Snow White, and Rapunzel, riding carousel horses. We love the contrast between the dark blue bag and the bright colors of the iconic princess dresses! Like Rapunzel, we’ve got a dream…to get this bag! View on Amazon Get these Loungefly Minnie Snowflake Ears ©Amazon Look at these Loungefly Minnie Snowflake Ears! It’s metallic color and snowflake ear design are so unique. We love how these look, and the detail of using hidden Mickey heads in the ears. Despite it’s snowflake design, we’d find it difficult to NOT wear these year round! View on Amazon Get this Nightmare Before Christmas Loungefly ©Amazon “What’s this? What’s this?” This Nightmare Before Christmas Loungefly Bag is a crossbody bag, themed to Sally’s nightshade. We love the colors and details of this bag, and best of all, it’s glow-in-the-dark! We definitely want to grab this one. View on Amazon Get this Snow White Poison Apple Loungefly ©Amazon This Snow White Poison Apple Loungefly Bag looks so cool! Obviously inspired by the Evil Queen from the Snow White, when she dips the apple in her potion. We love how detailed the design is. This Loungefly bag is a crossbody bag! For any Snow White fans or Disney villain fans, this one is for you! View on Amazon Get this Disney Princess Carousel Loungefly ©Amazon This Disney Princess Carousel Loungefly Bag is so cute! It features different characters from your favorite Disney movie, on a Ferris wheel! You have Pascal, Jacque and Gus, Ray, Mrs. Potts and Chip, and two birds from Snow White. You’ll also see that each ride cart has the logo for that Disney Princess. We love this crossbody bag, and would be quick to get this one! View on Amazon Get this Mickey Loungefly Bag ©Amazon Check out this Mickey Corduroy Convertible Loungefly bag! This bag has a very sleek design, with a faux leather outer material, and a nylon inner material. We love the cute Mickey ears on top of the bag, and the Mickey hand zipper! A perfect bag for loungefly fans, looking for a more simple look. View on Amazon We’re always keeping an eye out for the latest and greatest Disney merchandise, so make sure you stay tuned with Disney Food Blog! Make sure to check out some Disney essentials on our Amazon storefront!The post 8 New Disney Loungeflys Were Quietly Released On Amazon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We have finally had a chance to see Universal Orlando’s new theme park, Epic Universe, for ourselves. ©Universal Although we couldn’t take any photos of everything we got to see and do, we still got to experience it, and let’s just say SO much of the new park really surprised us. However, one of our favorite lands could be How To Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk. Now, we got to ride the rides and see the sights (the dragons!) and we’re ranking those experiences. Hiccup’s Wing Gliders Yes, we already have a favorite ride in this land and it’s Hiccup’s Wing Gliders. This ride puts you on a wingled contraption designed by Hiccup to send you flying into the air where you’ll encounter Hiccup and Toothless along the way. It’s a little bit of a longer coaster, but it’s such a smooth ride, and we loved it. ©Universal Y’all…this ride is FUN and one of our top three rides in ALL of Epic Universe. This one will be worth the long waits. 6 Things That SHOCKED Us on Our First Trip to Epic Universe Hiccup and Toothless Meet and Greet Is this the most popular meet and greet in all of Epic Universe? Well, probably, but who doesn’t want to meet Hiccup and Toothless? This is a chance to get up close and personal with both (especially Toothless) and get THE photo of the trip. ©Universal We’ve been blown away with just how good and immersive the meet and greets in Epic Universe really are, and this one will not disappoint fans of the How To Train Your Dragon movies. The Longest Line at Epic Universe Is NOT for a Ride Fyre Drill Okay, we know water rides aren’t everyone’s thing, but on those hot Florida days, might as well get soaked while having fun, right? The idea behind Fyre Drill is that the Viking twins, Ruffnut and Tuffnut, have transformed Berk’s Fyre Skööl into a wet interactive boat battle. Once you board your ship, you will blast your water cannons at flame-like targets…and other boats. ©Universal Let’s just say it’s impossible not to get wet on this ride, but we can imagine this ride is going to be SUPER popular come summer. CONFIRMED: The Locker Rule You Need To Know About at Epic Universe The Untrainable Dragon In this new show, a new dragon has shown up on the Isle of Berk. This new dragon seems untrainable, although that doesn’t stop Hiccup and Toothless, along with Gobber and Astric, from trying to figure out what’s going on with this new dragon species. ©Universal This show is a real kid-pleaser, although we enjoyed it, too. There are dragons, battle sequences, and even baby dragons. It’s a super likeable show, although you go for the “wow” factor because we’re not sure that this would capture your attention over and over again. Dragon Racer’s Rally Hop on a Viking-made dragonriding trainer to practice aerobatic movements and barrel rolls on Dragon Racer’s Rally. Be warned, though: this ride is a LOT of work. We were disappointed with this ride because it looks super fun, but the wing controls are HEAVY and you have to really use some strength to get them to work. ©Universal We would imagine this would be even harder to work on a super windy day, but to do all those maneuvers, you’re going to have to use some strength because you have to keep the wings going the whole time. We Just Visited Epic Universe for the First Time EVER and We Have So Much to Tell You! Now this isn’t ALL this land has to offer — there are also restaurants, as well as the Viking Training Camp (which is a playground), but from what we got to experience, this is how we’d rank everything. We’ll be returning to Epic Universe, though, later and we’ll be sure to get you updated details on EVERYTHING, so stay tuned to DFB for more. It’s Official. This Is the BEST Thing to Eat at Epic Universe (So Far) Read more: DFB's complete guide to Universal’s Epic Universe >> Will you be visiting Epic Universe this year? What are you looking forward to the most? Let us know in the comments! The post A Definitive Ranking of Everything To Do at How To Train Your Dragon -- Isle of Berk first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Heading to the airport can always be a bit of a stressful experience, but there are several ways to make your next trip out of Orlando International Airport (MCO) run just a bit smoother. MCO Airport While sometimes long waits at the airport can be unavoidable, when it comes to MCO, there are things you can do before your arrival to cut down the time you’ll be stuck at security or even waiting at your gate through a delay. These are some of the best tips to take advantage of before flying out of MCO. TSA PreCheck While TSA PreCheck is not exclusive to MCO, it’s the best place to start. For those unaware, TSA PreCheck is “an expedited screening program that makes risk assessments about passengers prior to their arrival at an airport checkpoint” which “enhances aviation security and provides a better travel experience.” Those eligible for the program include: U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents enrolled in TSA PreCheck. Members of Global Entry. U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents who are members of SENTRI. U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents and Canadian citizens who are members of NEXUS. Members of the U.S. Armed Forces including those serving in the National Guard and Reserves as well as government employees from select agencies. Cadets and midshipmen of the U.S. Military Academy, Naval Academy, Coast Guard Academy, Air Force Academy and Merchant Marine Academy. Passengers 12 and younger traveling with an eligible passenger. Passengers who are selected using existing Secure Flight system requirements while traveling on participating airlines. Security lines! Passengers enrolled in TSA PreCheck do not need to remove shoes, belts, compliant bags, light jackets/outerwear, and laptops from their bags and can take advantage of exclusive, quicker lanes at participating airports. MCO Reserve For those travelers who DON’T use TSA PreCheck, the Orlando International Airport, offers the MCO Reserve service, which “allows travelers to reduce stress by planning ahead and reserving a dedicated time slot for their party to go through TSA security screening.” ©Orlando International Airport On arrival at the MCO Reserve lane, flyers scan their MCO Reserve QR code and move directly to TSA to screen their boarding pass and ID, and then proceed through the standard TSA security screening, cutting a considerable amount of time form the process on most days. MCO Terminals A, B and C all have dedicated MCO Reserve lanes with a limited number of slots available each day, and travelers may book their time slot up to 7 days in advance. Screening times are available from 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM for flights departing between 6:30 AM and 8:30 PM. Check Online There are two ways you can cut down on MCO delays before even leaving for the airport! The airport’s website — flymco.com — provides official, real-time tracking date for both each terminal’s security checkpoints… ©MCO … as well as flight departure status. ©MCO Remember Your Real ID Beginning on May 7th, travelers flying domestically in the U.S. will be required to show a REAL ID-compliant license or accepted alternative in order fly. According to the Department of Homeland Security, the REAL ID law was enacted based on recommendations from the 9/11 Commission that the government “set standards for the issuance of sources of identification, such as driver’s licenses.” The Act established “minimum security standards for state-issued driver’s licenses and identification cards and prohibits certain federal agencies from accepting for official purposes licenses and identification cards from states that do not meet these standards.” ©Department of Homeland Security Those over the age of 18 who do not present a REAL ID-compliant license or any of those acceptable alternatives beginning on May 7th will “not be permitted through the security checkpoint.” Minors are not required to provide identification when traveling with a companion within the United States. Frontier Airlines If you’re flying out of MCO anytime soon, be sure to keep these tips in mind to save yourself some stress! Stay tuned to DFB for more travel tips. I’ve Tried Every Orlando Airport Hack, and I’m Sharing the 3 That Work Every Time 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 any other time-saving MCO tips? Let us know in the comments below! The post 5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Waiting 45 Minutes in Line at the Orlando Airport first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We finally got a first look at Universal Orlando’s new theme park, Epic Universe, and let’s just say our mind is STILL reeling from everything we saw. ©Universal Now, we weren’t allowed to take photos to share with you, but we’ve done our best to describe what we saw in the park’s five lands. However, mere words cannot truly capture how EPIC this new land really is, and we’ll be back eventually for more in-depth coverage of the park. For now, though, we’ve got some hot takes about the things that REALLY surprised us about Epic Universe — so let’s get into it. How family-friendly the park is Universal doesn’t necessarily have a reputation of being super family-friendly and a lot of rides are on the “thrill ride” end of things. However, we were surprised that most of the rides at Epic Universe were a lot more accessible to kids than we might have originally imagined. ©Universal Although some rides have a height requirement of 48 inches, many of the rides have height requirements of 40 inches, meaning younger kids will be able to enjoy more of the park than we might have expected. We were traveling with a 7-year-old and he got to ride a lot of attractions with us. CONFIRMED: The Locker Rule You Need To Know About at Epic Universe Just how immersive the theming is We’ve seen all the concept art and teasers Universal has thrown our way, but we were not prepared for the level of immersiveness we saw in Universal Orlando. This blows anything Universal has done previously out of the water. We were amazed at just how gorgeous Chronos Tower was, but the entirety of Dark Universe kept making us pick our jaws up off the floor with its gothic vibes. ©Universal Then there’s that incredibly details Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry queue. Everything in this new park has been carefully thought out to make you think you really are stepping into new worlds once you pass through its portal. We’re Spilling the Tea About the Queue for the NEW Harry Potter Ride at Epic Universe The character interactions We’re used to a certain level of character interaction because Disney has spoiled us. Well, we shouldn’t have worried about the interactions in Epic Universe because they are SPOT ON. We never expected to have memorable moments with the Bride, the Invisible Man, and Igor, but here we are. ©Universal Plus we’ve ALL seen those incredible photos of the Hiccup and Toothless character meet and greet, right? Epic Universe has quite literally knocked these interactions out of the park. The Longest Line at Epic Universe Is NOT for a Ride How good the food is Universal isn’t necessarily known for great food in its parks, but Epic Universe is about to change a lot of folks’ minds about that. Dining here really stands out with Oak and Star Tavern’s quick service spot offering barbecue-inspired meals that we had to admit was WAY better than Disney World’s Regal Eagle. We’ll also be dreaming of Mango Bread for the rest of our lives now. ©Universal We also really loved the exclusive Coca Cola Freestyle flavors like Screamberry in Dark Universe. Das Steakhouse just looked amazing and made us feel like we were inside Dracula’s Castle while the Burning Blade Tavern also wowed us with its atmosphere. We can’t wait to try more of the food in Epic Universe. It’s Official. This Is the BEST Thing to Eat at Epic Universe (So Far) Monsters Unchained surprised us We’ll admit that we had SUPER high expectations going into riding Monsters Unchained. HOWEVER, the ride ended up being a bit of a disappointment for us. Now, we have to say that the animatronics and effects are the ride are TOP-NOTCH. However, the storyline really loses focus throughout the ride. ©Universal This ride also had considerable downtime during the day we visited Epic Universe. We saw multiple evacuations of the ride, as well. Now, this is something that could improve by the time Epic Universe opens, but for now, it seems like there are still some kinks to work out. NEW PHOTOS: Take a CLOSER LOOK Inside All 5 Lands of Epic Universe You can’t do everything in a day There is so much to see and do and experience in Epic Universe that one day is just not going to be enough time. However, one day is about all anyone is going to get during any one vacation because of how Universal is selling tickets to the park: you can only get one day in Epic Universe. ©Universal This is going to be a case of having to prioritize what you want to get done in that one day and realize that you’ll probably not get to everything. You’re going to just have to miss some shows and rides. 5 Surprising Takeaways From My First Stay at the New Epic Universe Hotel So there are our unfiltered thoughts about things that surprised us in Epic Universe. We’ll be visiting again real soon to get you more details, so stay tuned to DFB for more.  Read more: DFB's complete guide to Universal’s Epic Universe >> Will you be visiting Epic Universe this year? What are you most looking forward to? Let us know in the comments! The post 6 Things That SHOCKED Us on Our First Trip to Epic Universe first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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As much as we’d like to pretend that real life doesn’t exist when we’re at Disney World, it still goes on. ©Disney And, when you spend as much time in Disney World as we do, you get pretty used to having your emotions run the gamut. Let’s be real, we all need a good cry sometimes — whether it’s a sad cry or a happy cry — and if you happen to be in EPCOT when that cry comes on, well, these are the best places in EPCOT to do it. We listen and we don’t judge — and that includes if we see you sobbing in EPCOT. If you need a good cry, here’s where you should do it! The Seas Pavilion We love the Seas Pavilion for a long list of reasons — one of which is that it’s air-conditioned, which can make a huge difference when it comes to sensory overload during the summer seasons in this park. The second reason is that it’s pretty dark in here — which makes it an excellent place to break down into guttural sobs. Inside SeaBase Aquarium We specifically appreciate the smaller aquarium exhibits on the first floor — they tend to be a bit less crowded than the larger tanks upstairs. Just park yourself in a corner and have at it. Seas Pavilion The Morocco Pavilion The Morocco Pavilion is simply beautiful, which means you can always blame your tears on that if you’re in a pinch. But, there are a couple of places in this pavilion that might interest you should you need to pay a visit to the crybrary (it’s like a library but for crying). There’s always the Fez House located in the front left of the pavilion, which can sometimes be empty and thus a good place to shed a tear — but it can get echoey in there. Fez House Your other option is in the back of the pavilion, in the bazaar area. This spot isn’t in the air-conditioning, but there are plenty of tables and chairs in the shade — and sometimes a sangria cart is nearby, too, which has been scientifically proven to help stop tears (just kidding, I’m not a scientist so for legal reasons that was a joke). We love it back here! The Shanghai Disney Exhibit The Shanghai Disney exhibit located in the China Pavilion is another great spot for a cry since it’s often empty — and once again, air-conditioned. Look, if you’re going to cry, doing it in the AC is definitely a plus. Inside Shanghai Disney Resort The only problem with this spot is that if there is anyone in there, it can get a tad awkward because it’s pretty quiet in here and you won’t be able to drown out the sound of your sniffling. But, hey, who cares? Feel your feelings, pal. Spaceship Earth You’ll be thanking the Phoenicians for being able to read — and for providing you with a safe space to cry on Spaceship Earth. Plus, who doesn’t want the sounds of their sobs to be narrated by Dame Judi Dench? We know we’d certainly enjoy that. With her support, we can do anything. But, Spaceship Earth is also great for crying because it’s a long, dark ride, and you’ll probably break down at some point for even more crying opportunities. World Nature This EPCOT neighborhood is home to multiple nice spots for when you need to call the wah-mbulance. There’s a little bench edge on one of the big planters where you can sit and face the Land Pavilion across the water. Great for crying. If people see someone there, they don’t really walk over because the pathway is a little narrow and there’s nothing but water in front of you so nobody can see you are crying, but you still get to be in daylight and fresh air while looking at arguably the best EPCOT pavilion and while letting it all out. It’s also usually pretty shady there most of the day so you weren’t sitting in direct sunlight, baking while you sob. Te Fiti as seen in EPCOT’s Journey of Water At the end of the day, if you’ve gotta cry — doing it in Disney World doesn’t seem like the worst thing. You can always cheer yourself up by going to meet Mickey or grabbing your favorite snack and riding your favorite ride! In the meantime, we’ll be on the lookout for more updates from EPCOT and the rest of Disney World. Make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more. 6 Places Where DFB Reporters HIDE When They Need a Break in Magic Kingdom Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your favorite place to cry in EPCOT? Tell us in the comments. The post This Is the Best Place To Cry in EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Question — If you can only do 10 things in Disney World during your next visit, which things would the DFB team prioritize over EVERYTHING ELSE? Disney World We’ve got our must-dos all ready to share with you TODAY, here on DFB Guide! Check out our video below: 10 MUST-DOS in Disney World This Year  Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more theme park news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW When are you heading to Disney World next? Tell us in the comments. The post DFB Video: 10 MUST-DOS in Disney World This Year first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It can be challenging to choose which airline to fly to Disney World. Orlando International Airport If you are like us, you may want to be prepared for every situation and pack all your Disney World essentials, such as your Minnie ears, rain gear, multiple pairs of comfortable shoes, first aid supplies, and more. It can feel like baggage rules and fees are getting stricter and stricter on airlines, and unfortunately, if you are flying on Southwest Airlines in the near future, it is about to get even harder to pack for your Disney World vacation. “Bags fly free” has been Southwest’s slogan and main pull since the airline was founded over 60 years ago. Passengers could check two bags for free and bring a personal item and carry-on on board. This was ideal for many travelers, as they could “pack it all” or not have to worry about not having enough room to bring a ton of souvenirs home with them. Southwest Airplane at MCO Unfortunately, Southwest is abandoning what made it stand out from other airlines and saying goodbye to its decades-long policy of free checked bags. This change came shortly after Southwest announced that it would be getting rid of its open seating policy and switching to assigned seats. “We’re Going to Take Advantage of That” — Spirit Airlines CEO Targets Southwest After Controversial Announcement While the assigned seating policy won’t start until next year, with tickets being sold in the second half of 2025, the baggage change is only about two months away. Beginning May 28th, 2025, Southwest will start charging flyers for their first and second bag (they always have charged for third and fourth bags). Southwest at Orlando International Airport There is an exception to this new rule, as some passengers will still be able to check their bags for free. When the rule changes, only Rapid Rewards A-List Preferred Members and customers traveling on Business Select fares will receive TWO free checked bags. A-list Members and other select customers will receive ONE free checked bag. If you are a Rapid Rewards Credit Card member, Southwest will credit one checked bag. Sunset on a Southwest plane We are sad that this change is about to take place, and we will miss stress-free packing when flying Southwest. If you still have travel booked before May 28th, 2025, you will still be able to check two free bags, so take advantage of it while you can! 5 Most Important Rules for Orlando Airport Transportation to Disney World Need help booking your dream Disney World vacation? Our friends at Small World Vacation would be more than happy to lend a helping hand! You can fill out a Disney World vacation interest form here! DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO Will you still fly with Southwest Airlines after this change? Let us know in the comments!The post It's About to Get HARDER to Pack for Your Southwest Airlines Flight first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Lightning Lane rules have changed so much in the past few months, but we keep up with all the changes so you’re prepared for your upcoming trips! Lightning Lane Multi Pass pamphlet When Lightning Lane Multi Pass officially replaced Genie+, one of the things many people were excited about is that you can select three attractions up to three days in advance of your trip (or seven days in advance if you’re staying at a Disney World hotel). This is a great way to ensure you’ll get to skip the line at some of your favorite attractions, however, there’s something you might see Disney experts doing that has you scratching your head. We’re here to tell you it’s actually the BEST thing you can do for your park day! When you book your Lightning Lanes in advance, you may be tempted to book the three rides you’re expecting to fill up the fastest. For example, in Magic Kingdom this could be Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, Haunted Mansion, and Peter Pan’s Flight. While this is a great strategy, you should only use TWO of your Lightning Lanes to book those attractions. Pirates of the Caribbean Lightning Lane The other one? Find an attraction that’s usually a walk-on, we mean something like Mad Tea Party or Magic Carpets of Aladdin (again, if you’re in Magic Kingdom), and book it as early as possible for your third Lightning Lane. Why? Well because the moment you step into the park, you’ll run to that attraction to use it, and then you’ve got your third one open to begin booking another! Haunted Mansion This is especially important because for more popular attractions, their Lightning Lanes are often gone by around 11 AM, especially if it’s a busier time in the parks like spring break. This way, you know you’ve got two of your key attractions booked, you can use your third one almost immediately, and either book a decent time for one of the other popular attractions, or continue to knock out smaller attractions and totally bypass their low waits. Lightning Lane at “it’s a small world” Waiting 15 minutes for Under the Sea or The Barnstormer may not seem like a lot of time, and it’s not in the grand scheme of things, but saving 15 minutes on four different attractions by using a Lightning Lane means you’ve saved about an HOUR of waiting! This is especially important if you know you will be waiting in some longer lines later in the day. If you can save time earlier and NOT wait in lines, waiting in longer ones will feel more doable and less miserable if you don’t feel like you’ve been waiting in lines all day. Under the Sea — Journey of the Little Mermaid Choosing how to go about your Disney World day is entirely up to you and your group. Some will find that using Lightning Lane significantly improves their day if waiting in line is a struggle for them, while others who don’t mind it may find buying Lightning Lane to be a waste of money. Whatever you decide, we’re always here to help you plan the best vacation, so stay tuned to DFB! Everything You Need to Know About Lightning Lanes 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 Do you use Lightning Lane when you’re in the parks? Tell us in the comments! The post Why Disney Adults Are Suddenly Booking a Lightning Lane for Walk-On Rides first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Universal Orlando’s newest theme park, Epic Universe, is almost open! ©Universal While the park does not officially open until May 22nd, 2025, park previews are currently underway for Team Members and their guests, and we were able to get a sneak peek! Before actually getting to experience the park for ourselves, we speculated that certain attractions would require a locker system to keep your belongings in while you ride. Well, we finally know how this system will work, and spoiler alert: it is different than the lockers we are normally used to at the other two Universal parks. While we were able to experience Epic Universe as part of a preview, photos and videos are still not allowed in the park. That being said, we will get to experience Epic Universe again before it opens and will be able to take photos and videos then, so make sure you stay tuned for that! There is so much to see and do in Epic Universe that on our first visit, we did not get to do it all, but that is okay; it just gives us another reason to come back again and again! This new theme park is home to five immersive themed lands, including Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, and Dark Universe. ©Universal We only experienced the locker rule in Celestial Park when we went to ride Stardust Racers, a dueling coaster reminiscent of Dueling Dragons. This coaster offers a smooth, thrilling ride with peaks, valleys, and celestial rolls. ©Universal Before boarding, we had to go to the locker area, which uses facial recognition rather than just scanning your park ticket (although the option to scan your park ticket is available). To get your locker, you will press a button, and then it will scan your face and take a picture of you. If you like the picture, you can submit it, but you also have the option to retake it or even cancel it. We Just Visited Epic Universe for the First Time EVER and We Have So Much to Tell You! ©Universal Then, in order to board the attraction, you will go through a metal detector to ensure all your belongings are stored safely in the locker area. Once you get off the ride, you will come back to the same locker station, tap the same button, and it will take another picture of you. Once it confirms your face, it will reopen your locker. ©Universal It indeed was a seamless experience, and we could not believe how easy and straightforward it was. This is not the only area of the park that utilizes this newer technology, as when we entered the park, we did not have to scan our ticket; instead, facial recognition was used. We can’t wait to go back and explore Epic Universe again, so make sure to stay tuned with us here at the Disney Food Blog! The Longest Line at Epic Universe Is NOT for a Ride Read more: DFB's complete guide to Universal’s Epic Universe >> Do you have a trip planned to visit Epic Universe this year? Let us know in the comments!The post CONFIRMED: The Locker Rule You Need To Know About at Epic Universe first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Okay, hear us out…some things will make your trip to Magic Kingdom in Disney World just a little bit easier. Rainy Day in Magic Kingdom That might include some wearable items that you might not even consider wearing (or maybe you don’t want to wear them). Well, we’ve tested a lot of essentials in Disney World and we are NOT going to steer you wrong when we say that you might just want to wear them REGARDLESS of how you feel because, in the end, they’re going to make your day WAY better. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. All of these items can be found on Amazon. If you don’t have Amazon Prime, but want to score free shipping, you can sign up for a free trial of Amazon Prime by clicking on the banner below: Alright, let’s talk about these essentials that will make your day in Magic Kingdom a million times better. Get the Silicone Waterproof Shoe Covers Our reporters love them! Yeah, we know these are not the most fashionable things to wear around in Disney World, but you’ll think otherwise that first rainy day in Disney World when you step into a HUGE puddle and your shoes and socks are suddenly and miserably wet. So wear the shoe covers during the rain and keep your feet nice and dry. Buy on Amazon Buy the FROGG TOGGS Poncho Frogg Toggs Poncho Ponchos certainly aren’t a fashion statement, but when it rains in Disney World, it can really POUR. We love this poncho because it’s nice and light so we don’t feel like we’re steaming underneath it. PLUS once the rain ends, you can fold it up, put it in its little bag, and tuck it away for later. Buy on Amazon Get the 4-Pack of Cooling Towels Cooling towels It also might not be stylish to wear a towel around your neck, but trust us, when you’re hot in Disney World, you are MISERABLE. That Florida heat and humidity is no joke. These cooling towels will keep you comfortable while you’re out in that heat, and you’ll want to wear them everywhere. Buy on Amazon Buy the PinFolio Mini Show Pin Display Bag PinFolio If you collect pins, forget the lanyard. This pin display bag is SO much cooler. This is a compact pin display binder meant to show off your pin collection while keeping your pins safe and protected. You can even get it in a variety of colors, and it comes with a wristlet for easy carrying. Buy on Amazon If you’re looking for even more Disney souvenirs and essentials, be sure to check out our Amazon Store. And stay tuned to DFB for more. Shop our Amazon StoreThe post I Never Thought I Would Wear This to Magic Kingdom, But It Made My Day 10x Better first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Is it just us, or can it be kind of difficult to find the suitcase that’s right for you and your travel needs? MCO Luggage Drop-Off Whether its size, price, or your old suitcase just isn’t cutting it anymore — you might be thinking it’s time for a new one! Well Amazon has a new set of luggage that’s right for you, and its AFFORDABLE! We all know that luggage can be more on the expensive side, so this is great. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Check out the Amazon Basics Luggage Set ©Amazon Amazon Basics just released a brand new Rose Gold Luggage Set, and we love both the color and style! Amazon has multiple options available for purchase, offering a 4-piece set, a 3-piece set, and individual pieces! ©Amazon The Amazon Basics Rose Gold Carry-On is great for small, light traveling and amazing for flying if you don’t want the hassle of paying for a checked bag! They’re also great for that quick trip you need to make. We love the different color styles available for this carry-on, so you don’t need to stick to rose gold. ©Amazon The Amazon Basics Rose Gold Checked Luggage is great for those longer trips! This 26-inch suitcase stores a lot, and is affordable. The checked bag comes in the same color options as the carry-on, so you can match the two, or mismatch them. ©Amazon If you want multiple pieces, check out the set options! The Amazon Basics Luggage Sets are perfect for getting multiple pieces of luggage for a great price. You have options of getting sets of two, three, or four. With different colors available as well. View on Amazon We love to deliver the latest on Disney news and products to help you plan your next Disney trip, so make sure to follow along with the Disney Food Blog. Make sure to check out some Disney essentials on our Amazon storefront!The post A NEW Luggage Collection Is Now Available On Amazon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Moana 2 is officially streaming on Disney+! Moana 2 The sequel to the popular film made its way onto Disney’s streaming service on March 12th, 2025, just over three months after the film debuted in theaters on November 27th, 2024. The film saw great success during its theatrical run and is doing just as well over on Disney+! According to Disney, Moana 2 hit the box office with the “biggest Thanksgiving weekend opening ever and the highest opening in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ history.” The film kept up the momentum, and over the Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend, it surpassed $1 billion worldwide to “become the third highest-grossing Walt Disney Animation Studios release of all time.” ©Disney Not only did the film do well at the box office, but just after five days of streaming on Disney+ with 27.3 million views globally. Disney said that this “marks the biggest Walt Disney Animation Studios premiere since Encanto” in 2021. The first Moana surpassed 1.4 billion hours on Disney+. While Moana has been Disney+’s most-streamed film ever since Disney+ debuted in 2019, leading up to the release of Moana 2, “2024 marked Moana’s most-streamed year ever.” Moana 2 Although Moana 3 has not been confirmed, the mid-credit scene of Moana 2 sets up the film franchise for a third movie. In the meantime, the live-action Moana is set to hit theaters in 2026. Catherine Laga‘aia will play Moana in the Live Action film To stay up to date on all the latest Disney and theme park news, make sure to continue to follow along with us here at the Disney Food Blog! Disney+ Announces New ‘The Simpsons’ Stream Available Online 24/7 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you seen Moana 2? Tell us what you thought about the film in the comments! The post 'Moana 2' Has Already Been Streamed 27.3 Million Times on Disney+ first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s finally almost time to get to dine at Jolly Holiday again in Disneyland! Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe This iconic spot is getting ready to reopen on March 22nd after a lengthy refurbishment, and we just found out that it’ll be opening with some old favorites on the menu, as well as some new additions! We don’t know about you all, but we can’t wait to grab each and every one of these. You’ll get to grab some of your returning favorites at this iconic spot, such as: Chocolate Mousse Brownie ©Disney Banoffee Tart Banoffee Tart Strawberry-stuffed Croissant ©Disney Matterhorn Macaroon ©Disney S’mores Tart S’mores Tart Beef Birria Toasted Cheese Beef Birria Toasted Cheese But there are also FOUR new snacks debuting at this spot too! They are the: Donald Macaron ©Disney Pineapple Bundt Cake ©Disney Jolly Chopped Salad ©Disney Toffee-Nut Cold Brew ©Disney We can’t wait to try out these new offerings, and to just step foot inside one of our favorite locations again! More Recent Disneyland News! An Iconic Disneyland Restaurant Reopens with NEW Menu Items SOONDisney Announces NEW Additions Coming Soon to TomorrowlandNEWS: Disney Reveals INSANE New Tech For State of the Art Upcoming Ride!RECIPE! Disney’s AMAZING Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar Shares 2 NEW DrinksNEW Disney Souvenirs Are Coming Soon — Including a Mickey Popcorn Bucket! Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disneyland news and reviews! CONFIRMED: Disneyland’s Popular Fudge Easter Eggs Will Not Return in 2025 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 How do you feel about these new offerings? Tell us in the comments! The post An Iconic Disneyland Restaurant Reopens with NEW Menu Items SOON first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re always on the lookout for great deals on Amazon for anything we can use for our Disney trips! Magic Kingdom You know when you’re at the park and think, “Oh this would be nice to have right about now”, yeah we do too. We found some great deals on Amazon for those little things that might make your Disney trip a little easier! Here are some things that we love, and are sure you’re going to love too! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Check out this Mickey and Friends Deluxe Autograph Book ©Amazon This Mickey and Friends Autograph Book is a great deal for those who love to get signatures from their favorite Disney characters! It comes with a Mickey pen, and some alphabet stickers, so you can personalize you’re book. We love the cover of Mickey and his friends. The fireworks and castle give it a nice pop as well. Best of all, the item is 46% off at the moment! View on Amazon Check out the FROGG TOGG Poncho Frogg Toggs Poncho We have ours in pink, but there are many color variations of the Frogg Togg Waterproof Poncho! When it comes to Disney World trips, we all know you can NEVER count out the chance of rain. We find these ponchos always come in handy. It’s 100% water proof and very breathable. It’s super easy to put on, and has a pull over hood, which is great for those downpours! It’s also very easy to pack, as it comes with a little stuff sack to put the poncho in. It’s currently 35% off. View on Amazon Check out this Flat Plug Power Strip Our Favorite Extension Cord for Disney World This Flat Plug Power Strip is portable and effective, allowing you to charge multiple devices, while not taking up too much space. It has three outlets and 4 USB ports (two USB C). We find it’s great for hotels, resorts, or wherever you’re staying. We can charge our phone, laptop, and whatever else we brought, while only taking up one outlet in the wall. We love the price you can get this at, and it’s 33% off right now! View on Amazon Check out this Portable Charger INIU Portable Charger We love this INIU Portable Charger! It’s slim build and power bank make for a perfect charger to keep your phone running throughout the day. It requires USB C, which mean’s it has high speed charging. It works with many different phone types, and is currently 36% off! View on Amazon Check this cute Mouse Ears Travel Case ©Amazon Now how cute is this? We love this Mouse Ears Travel Case, and we’re sure you’ll be all over it! This large round storage box is our pick for how to pack your mouse ears (let’s be honest…we have lots to store). The case is easy to pack, and you can carry it around, with its attachable shoulder strap. As Disney fans who can never decide what ears to bring on our Disney trips, we wouldn’t hesitate getting this item! View on Amazon Check out these Sleeveless Rompers ©Amazon Stylish, cute, and comfy, we love these Sleeveless Rompers! These rompers are an excellent choice for a fit during a Disney day. We love the spaghetti straps, pockets, and it’s loose comfy fit! There are so many colors to choose from, so there is definitely one for everybody. And, c’mon, it’s such a cute look! They’re going for an amazing price on Amazon! View on Amazon Check out this adorable Disney Crossbody Bag ©Amazon Complete your Disney day look with this Crossbody Bag! We absolutely love the design of this thing. The color of the bag, all the different icons of our favorite things at Disney, this is a must grab! The more you look at it, the more you find! It’s perfect for holding all those little essentials you need throughout your Disney day. We don’t need much convincing to get this item! It’s price is just the cherry on top! View on Amazon We’re always staying up to date on the latest products and merchandise you’ll need for your Disney trip! So, make sure to follow Disney Food Blog. Make sure to check out our Amazon storefront!The post You Won't Believe the Amazon Deals on These 6 Disney World Essentials first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

While you can visit The Simpsons Land in Universal Orlando, the franchise is now actually owned by Disney. ©The Simpsons Disney acquired this wildly popular TV show when they bought 21st Century Fox in 2019, and The Simpsons were part of that. While there are currently no plans announced to take The Simpsons out of Universal Orlando or add it to Disney parks, we’re keeping an eye on all the latest news to keep you updated with the show. Well, we’ve got a feeling this news will make fans of the show very happy — a 24/7 livestream is available now! Disney+ has just added a new 24/7 livestream to Disney+ that will show every single episode of “The Simpsons.” Yes, every episode from seasons 1-35, and you can turn it on whenever you’d like. ©Disney Streams on Disney+ is a relatively new addition to the streaming service. It began in September 2024 with its first offering being a constant news stream from ABC News and Disney+ Playtime for kids, then the company went on to add a Hallowstream stream for Halloween, Hits & Heroes which include action-packed stories from Marvel, Disney, and Star Wars, Throwbacks is your home for nostalgic content, and Real Life is full of biopics, real-life stories, and documentaries. ©Disney || Disney+ THE SIMPSONS Stream will be available all day every day, and the programming lineup will be updated monthly, as there are still new episodes being released. Currently, Streams are available to Premium subscribers, but Disney has stated previously that they’re hoping to create more Streams and make them available to more subscribers in the future. ©Disney In addition to this new Stream, you can also find THE SIMPSONS MOVIE, full-length episodes, as well as over 10 shorts featuring one of America’s favorite families. There’s certainly no shortage of Simpsons content available on the platform, and we look forward to seeing what other Streams Disney+ plans to add in the future. More Recent Disney+ News! Disney+ Announces New ‘The Simpsons’ Stream Available Online 24/7NEWS: ‘Princess and the Frog’ Series CANCELED on Disney+This Popular Disney Movie Franchise Is Getting Another Film!When Will ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ Be Available on Disney+?We FINALLY Know When ‘Moana 2’ Will Premiere on Disney+ Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney media and Disney+ news! NEWS: Disney+ Is Developing an Oswald the Lucky Rabbit Series Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW How do you feel about Streams on Disney+? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney+ Announces New 'The Simpsons' Stream Available Online 24/7 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you planning a trip to Disney World? Well, you’ve got your work cut out for you! You’re probably figuring out all the basics like your budget, where you’re staying, how long you’re staying, what tickets you need, and more. Main Street, U.S.A. However, you also need to start thinking about what to pack, too, ESPECIALLY when it comes to what you’ll need for your park bag. Long days in the theme parks mean you’ll need to have some essentials on hand. That’s why we’ve put together a list of the essentials you’ll need to have the best day possible each day of your trip. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Don’t have an Amazon Prime subscription? Get a free trial of Amazon Prime by clicking on the banner below! We have a few essentials that will ALWAYS go in our Disney World park bag, no matter what. So we’re sharing them with you. Get the Cooling Towels 4-Pack Cooling Towel It can get VERY hot and humid in Disney World and staying cool can be HARD when you’re running around in all that heat and humidity. However, we’ve found these cooling towels can really help you stay cool. Just keep them in your day bag, pull one out when you feel out, wet it, and put it around your neck for some sweet cooling action. Each cooling towel comes in its own pack, too, so when you’re done, you can just store it in its little bag and it won’t get your other stuff wet. Buy on Amazon Buy the Anker MagGo Power Bank ©Amazon One thing you’re going to be doing a lot of in Disney World is using your phone. You’ll need the My Disney Experience app for everything, including checking into your hotel, unlocking your hotel room, booking Lightning Lanes, mobile ordering food, and even mobile ordering merchandise. That sucks up a lot of power, so a good power bank is a necessity so you don’t end up with a dead phone battery before the end of the day. Buy on Amazon Get the Sun Bum Sunscreen Mist ©Amazon It doesn’t just get hot in Florida — you also have to deal with that sun, which can be brutal and quickly damage your skin. Protect your face with this mist that’s super easy to just throw in your day bag so that you can reapply as the day goes on. Buy on Amazon Buy the Keychain Microfiber Eye Glasses Cleaning Cloths ©Amazon If you wear glasses, THIS is a game changer. Don’t be scrambling all in the bottom of your bag for cleaning cloths when your glasses need a cleaning. These cleaning clothes can be clipped to your belt, the zipper pull of your bag, or anything else so you can get one quickly when you need it. Buy on Amazon If you’re looking for more Disney souvenirs and essentials, be sure to visit our Amazon Store. And stay tuned to DFB for more. Visit our Amazon StoreThe post Trust Me, The Essentials in This List Are Worth the Space in Your Disney World Park Bag first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We love EPCOT Festivals for many reasons, but one big one is because of all the special, exclusive snacks and drinks we get to enjoy for a limited time! It’s festival time! While we wish many of these were available year round, absence makes the heart grow fonder. If you’re heading to the Flower and Garden Festival in EPCOT and are looking for some of the best snacks you can get on a budget, these three made our best of the fest list, and they’re all only $5! Florida Strawberry Shortcake First up we recommend stopping by the Florida Fresh booth, which was impressive as a whole, but the Florida Strawberry Shortcake here is only $5 and we literally couldn’t love it more. Florida Strawberry Shortcake The pound cake was buttery, the whipped cream tasted homemade, and the strawberries were perfectly fresh. Getting a bite of all three in one forkful is heavenly, if you ask us. Even better? Grab the Conch Fritters from the same booth and use the key lime aïoli to bring another amazing flavor to this dish! Honey-glazed Cauliflower Another returning item to the festival we loved again this year is the Honey-glazed Cauliflower from Honey Bee-Stro, and again, it’s only $5! Honey-glazed Cauliflower It’s savory, it’s sweet, and not only that, it’s so light, so you won’t feel weighed down after you eat it. It may not look the most appetizing, but we promise, don’t let its look fool you — it’s incredible! Fried Cinnamon Roll Bites The Fried Cinnamon Roll Bites over at BRUNCHCOT are going to be a hit for adults and kiddos alike. We’ll admit, this one is $5.25, but those extra 25 cents are worth it! Fried Cinnamon Roll Bites If you love anything having to do with cinnamon rolls, this is a MUST STOP for you! The cream cheese frosting adds the perfect even-sweeter taste to these, and the candied bacon provides a hint of savory — we can’t get enough of them. More Recent EPCOT News! 3 Exclusive $5 Snacks Available During the 2025 EPCOT Flower and Garden FestivalOne of Longest Lines in EPCOT Today Is NOT for a RideNAME REVEALED for Adults-Only Spaceship Earth Lounge Coming to EPCOTUm…A TON of Disney World Restaurants Just Quietly Changed Their MenusSPOTTED: Mysterious Noises, Ghosts, and Downright SPOOKY Things Are Happening in the Germany Pavilion at EPCOT Don’t forget to check out the DFB Guide to the Flower and Garden Festival to fully prepare for your trip and know all you need to know before you go! Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney World news! ALL of the DFB Outdoor Kitchen Food Booth REVIEWS for the 2025 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival 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 Which of these would you grab? Tell us in the comments! The post 3 Exclusive Snacks Available During the 2025 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s time for some shopping! ©Shutterstock The Amazon Spring sale is finally back for 2025 and we have the dates right here! Let’s dive in and see when you can start saving (and soon!) DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Before we dive into the sale, you can get a free Amazon Trial right here just in time for this seasonal sale. We finally know when Amazon’s Big Spring Sale starts! Starting on March 25th, 2025 you can start saving on deals up to 40% across the online store! ©Amazon When it comes to shopping online, whether it’s for your Disney vacation, home essentials, or gifts, getting them on sale always makes it feel a bit more fun! Not only is the sale returning, it’s also coming back for an extra day this year meaning the sale will run for a 7 full days so you don’t want to miss out! ©Amazon Unlike Amazon Prime Day, these deals are open to anyone shopping online so no membership is required! (But the Prime Member free shipping does make everything feel a bit easier.) New deals are expected to drop every single day so be sure to check back every day for even more savings. Shop For Early Deals On Our Storefront Now! The post DATES ANNOUNCED for Amazon's MASSIVE Spring Sale first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World doesn’t have to break the bank! Cinderella Castle There are tons of money-saving tips, hotel discounts, and more that can help you budget the best way! While a budget is important, sometimes it can feel like you’re missing out on certain aspects of the magic. We’re here to prove that isn’t true by breaking down the cheapest sit-down dinner you can get in Magic Kingdom! Dining in Disney World can be the favorite part of our vacation! The Mickey-shaped snacks, the sweet desserts, and the over-the-top theming make it so fun and special, but it can add up quickly if you aren’t careful! That’s why we’re sharing the cheapest sit-down dinner you can have in Magic Kingdom. There are lots of places to check out when it comes to table service restaurant in this park but for our budget plans, we’re focusing on The Plaza Restaurant! The Plaza Restaurant! The Plaza Restaurant is a table service restaurant at the end of Main Street, U.S.A. that serves up American classics with gorgeous views of Cinderella Castle! This spot is underrated in our opinion for a few reasons but for today’s lesson, we’re focusing on how budget-friendly this spot can be. We were running the numbers and it turns out you can have a full meal for $35 before tax! The menu! When we say a full meal, we don’t just mean the entree either! To start off your meal, you can grab either the House Salad or Daily Soup for only $10. You can also grab the Plaza Loaded Fries for only $15 but for this experiment, we’re going with the most inexpensive option in each category. If you aren’t super hungry, the fries can easily be a full meal on their own. (Which is really the best budget tip here!) Plaza Loaded Fries The soup and salad are pretty simple and straightforward options but that isn’t a bad thing! Sometimes you just need some simple consistency after all. Most people aren’t eating Disney food every day so your body might be craving a vegetable by the time you make it to day 3 or 4 of your trip. For our main entree, the Chipotle Barbecue Pork Sandwich is only $17! The views inside. The sandwich is slow-cooked pulled pork with chipotle barbecue sauce and coleslaw all on a toasted bun! This savory option is filling, flavorful, and a more familiar dish to most people. Not everyone is a barbeque fan though, so it’s important the restaurant has 3 other entrees that are only $20. It might be a little bit more, but it gives you some options if you have a more flexible budget. ©Disney Finally, it’s not a full meal without some dessert! for just $7.75, you can get the Plaza Restaurant Sundae! It’s made with ice cream of your choice, hot fudge, strawberry sauce, crushed pineapple, chopped nuts, whipped cream, and a cherry on top. That sounds like a hefty portion for less than $8! You can also grab a variety of milkshakes for $9 or less. A milkshake is only a little more! So adding together our salad, sandwich, and dessert gets us to $34.75 for one person to dine on. That isn’t bad at all, especially for a tasty meal at a table service. If this option doesn’t sound appetizing, you can also check out Tony’s Town Square Restaurant! Tony’s Town Square This restaurant is also on Main Street and, while it is slightly more to get an appetizer, entree, and dessert, it can also be a great meal for less than $45! For this same budget-friendly combo, you can get the $9 seasonal soup, Rigatoni alla Vodka for $26, and $7.75 gelato for $42.75 before tax. Tony’s Town Square Restaurant So there you have it! We don’t often do math, but we will when it comes to Disney World vacations. This is a great example of how Disney doesn’t have to break the bank every time for you to have the full experience! Now all we need is for the Plaza to bring back its short-lived breakfast options. As always, keep following DFB for more Disney budgeting tips and tricks. Ordered the Cheapest Lunch in Magic Kingdom. Here’s What I Loved About It. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What is your favorite table service in Magic Kingdom? Tell us in the comments! The post We Reviewed the Cheapest Sit Down Dinner You Can Get in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is busy right now! Grand Floridian Resort Spring Break crowds are about to begin, there’s construction happening all around the theme parks and resorts, and another holiday is coming up soon! Now it seems like a beloved Disney World staple is finally back for a limited time so we’re checking it out! We went over to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort today to check out the returning Grand Cottage! The Grand Cottage is an Easter tradition at this resort that offers seasonal treats to enjoy while strolling through the lobby to check out the famous Easter Eggs. The cottage! The cottage is open from 9 AM to 9 PM from March 18th until April 20th, 2025 for the Easter celebrations. There are 8 different treats to enjoy this year, many of which are returning favorites! The menu! Before you head over, take a look here at what you can grab this year! Bunny Burrow Dirt Cup for $7.99 Carrot Blondie Pop for $7.49 Cream Cheese Carrot Coffee Cake for $9.49 Mickey Fruit Flavored Cereal Pop for $6.99 Guava Cream Cheese Sweet Roll for $4.49 Hot Cross Bun for $4.49 Lemon Blueberry Whoopie Pie for $8.19 Macaron Box for $14.99 The Carrot Blondie from previous years! These treats are fan favorites and make checking out the Easter Eggs around the resorts even sweeter. We are so excited to see these snacks, and the Cottage itself, return for another year. In case you didn’t know, the Easter Eggs are hand-crafted by culinary Cast Members and sit on display for guests to enjoy during the month of April. A Cast Member showing us the treats! Other resorts are celebrating the holiday as well with their own special treats and specialty-designed Easter Eggs. You can find a full list of what to expect and where you can find all of the treats right here! We are also hoping to see Mr. and Mrs. Bunny pop up in Magic Kingdom on the holiday like they have done in previous years. A view of the cottage above! We also took sometime to check out those gorgeous Easter Eggs! First we stopped this amazing Evil Queen inspired egg which is perfect for release of the live action Snow White which comes out on March 21st. How gorgeous! There is also this incredible Inside Out 2 inspired display with eggs matching the colors of Riley’s emotions and Anixety down at the bottom. How cool! Be warned, this next egg is inspired by Expedition Everest and it’s scary yeti! It even lights up and is suddenly making us want to hop on the attraction. Be warned! Theme park fans are really being served today because Madame Leota also made an appearance this year by floating not in her crystal ball but an Easter Egg. How haunting! Cruella De Vil made an appearance on this 101 Dalmations inspired egg where you can see the puppies all around the design and Roger Dearly inside writing the famous theme song. This is so cool! For Toy Story 2 fans, this egg shows Al’s Toy Barn from this second film as well as some other nods to the movie like the Pizza Planet truck. His toy barn! Cinderella takes center stage as her soap bubbles float off the egg with images of herself, her friends, and other scenes from the film inside of them! This one might be this writer’s favorite. How gorgeous! Finally, we checked out this Scroog McDuck inspired egg as he’s diving for all of the chocolate coins. Honestly? We get it. Us too, Scroog! The Grand Cottage as well as the Easter Eggs can often get pretty long lines so be prepared to wait for a minute for those desserts! As always, keep following DisneyFoodBlog for more Disney news and updates! See Every Limited Time Treat Coming to Disney World for Easter 2025 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! Tell us in the comments if you’ll be grabbing one of the treats this year! The post HOLD UP. We Are OBSESSED with These Easter Eggs at Disney World Right Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney Adults have garnered quite a reputation over the years — and not all of it has been pleasant. ©Disney Being a Disney Adult certainly isn’t always easy, either. Being fans of the House of Mouse means spending our days daydreaming about the best restaurants in Disney, changes coming to the parks, and our favorite entertainment in each park. And, while being a Disney Adult comes with plenty of joys, it also comes with plenty of pain. We wanted to know the joys and pains of being a Disney Adults, so we headed to our Facebook to ask the experts — our readers! It turns out, there is a LOT of joy… and quite a bit of pain, too. Hollywood Studios It will probably come as a shock to no one that one of the biggest pains Disney Adults have on the regular is simply not being able to go to the parks as much as one would like! Short of working at Disney World or working for us here at DFB, few people can be in the parks every single day — but we know it’s a dream for many Disney Adults. Others resented the way that the parks have changed over the years. Nostalgia is a heck of a drug and we definitely know what it feels like to miss the parks of yesteryear. Especially now, with so many changes on the horizon at both Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom. We know we’re going to miss Tom Sawyer Island and the Rivers of America, and we already miss DinoLand U.S.A., too! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Another pain we saw mentioned more than once was simply the pain of being a local Disney Adult and having to deal with the parking lot that Central Florida traffic can be! No matter where you live in relation to Disney World — north, south, east, or west — chances are you’re going to have to put up with some traffic at some point on your visit. EPCOT But, of course, none of us would be Disney Adults if it didn’t bring us tremendous amounts of joy, right? And, overwhelmingly, what brought our readers the most joy was that first feeling you get when you walk into the parks — and just being in the “Disney Bubble” in general. Knowing that your transportation, dining, and entertainment are all taken care of is such a relief. Hollywood Studios We couldn’t help but chuckle at one reply that said their joy was “being able to acquire all the fun things I could only dream about of just look at when I was kid, but then almost immediately letting it spiral out of control just as fast.” And we have to say, we know that feeling all too well. Pandora Even the planning process brings some of our readers joy — no matter how stressful it might be, quite a few of our readers think that deciding which parts to go to, what restaurants to dine at, and what rides you can’t wait to go on is just as exciting and joyful as actually being at Disney World. Walt Disney Statue in EPCOT Disney Adults might get ridiculed online, but don’t let the haters get you down. We’ve all got to stick together! In the meantime, we’ll be on the lookout for more updates from Disney World. Make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest news from Disney World and more! These Disney Adult Hollywood Studios Hacks Are Getting Out of Control 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 the best and worst parts about being a Disney Adult? Tell us in the comments. The post HONEST REVIEW: The Joy -- and Pain -- of Being a Disney Adult first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article