Disney4me Posted August 20, 2015 Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 Have you had a chance to check out the new Shop Disney Parks app?Shop Disney Parks app screenshot‘Cuz it’s actually pretty cool! At a quick glance, it doesn’t seem much different from the online Disney Store.Shop Disney Parks app screenshotBut it turns out there’s a lot more to it… like, A LOT.Sure, there’s plenty of great Park merchandise (for instance several, if not just about all, of the items from Marketplace Co-op can be found).Shop Disney Parks app screenshot — Dining and DecorShop Disney Parks app screenshot — Adventureland and Aloha Merchandise But Disney FOOD plays a pretty major role, too! Do you see it? The “Snacks and Groceries” option in the categories below?Shop Disney Parks app screenshot — Product CategoriesShop Disney Parks app screenshot — Product CategoriesThe app is designed for use both in Disney World and at home to help you find items (food and otherwise) more easily while in Disney World, or you can have some things shipped when you need a little magic sent right to you.But first: don’t say I didn’t warn you… there is a LOT of stuff in here — as in, once you install the app on your device, get ready to lose an entire afternoon looking at pretty much everything under the hot Florida sun at Disney World!Using the App When You’re In The ParksSo, let’s say you’re in Epcot. A few trips back, you found some uniquely flavored Toffee Candies for a fun snack. But now, you can’t recall where they were in the park.That’s when you scroll through the Snacks and Groceries section of the app and find it. It may take a while, though! Like I said (twice already ), LOTSA STUFF. But choices can be narrowed under subheadings like “Candy” and Chocolate.”Shop Disney Parks app screenshot — subcategoriesFound ‘em!Shop Disney Parks app screenshot — scrolling through “Candy”Once you see an item of interest, just select it to find product info. You’ll see the Banana Split Eclair Toffee Candies comes up as an In-store Purchase Only.Shop Disney Parks app screenshot — Banana Split lair ToffeesScroll down a little further on the screen, and you’ll see “Find on Map.”Shop Disney Parks app screenshot — “Find on Map”Once you click it… TA-DA!! Your item is at the Tea Caddy in the United Kingdom Pavilion!Shop Disney Parks app screenshot — Tea Caddy via Map functionThis is kind of fun even if you’re not in the parks. You can scroll through the app pre-vacation and check out some of the items that you’ve never noticed while onsite before and add them to your To-Try list!But it’s important to note that many of the perishable food items are listed on the app, but are not available for shipping to your house. So, yeah, before you start placing orders for a bunch of Mickey Ice Cream Bars for dinner next week…Shop Disney Parks app screenshot — Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bar… not so much. He’s onsite only, too. BUT, don’t get too discouraged if you find yourself far from Florida…Using the App At HomeI gotta say I was surprised the amount of things that ARE eligible for shipping, as designated by the “Add to Bag” and “Order Now” options that become available for items that can be shipped.Like — seriously — Astronaut Ice Cream from the Mission: SPACE Cargo Bay!Shop Disney Parks app screenshot — Astronaut Ice CreamShop Disney Parks app screenshot — Astronaut Ice Cream with Order Now functionIced Cookies, too, from Cinderella to Boba Fett . Perfect for you kiddo’s next birthday party!Shop Disney Parks app screenshot — Cinderella Iced CookieShop Disney Parks app screenshot — Cinderella Iced Cookie Order Now functionShop Disney Parks app screenshot — Boba Fett Iced CookieShop Disney Parks app screenshot — Boba Fett Iced Cookie Order Now functionWant to make some Potatoes with Afritude from Boma at home?Shop Disney Parks app screenshot — Afritude Spice BlendShop Disney Parks app screenshot — Afritude Spice Blend Order Now functionThink of the possibilities… stocking stuffers for the holidays! A pre-trip build-up-the-excitement package! A regular Thursday and you really want some licorice, but it’s just GOTTA Be Mickey-shaped!Shop Disney Parks app screenshot — Goofy’s Mickey-shaped LicoriceShop Disney Parks app screenshot — Goofy’s Mickey-shaped Licorice Order Now functionCheck it out, play around a little. I think you might be pretty surprised at some things you’re able to find!What do you think of the new Shop Disney Parks app? Please let us know with a comment!Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com!Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on TwitterBecome a Facebook FanRelated posts:Christmas Treats and Holiday Popcorn in Disney Parks and Resorts First Look: Zuri’s Sweets Shop — and the Poop Candy! — at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Top 5 Disney Snacks to Take Home From the Parks View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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