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Finding the perfect strategy to maximize your early entry time inside the Disney World parks can be a tedious task, but it’s not impossible! Early Entry With as often as we’re in Disney World’s parks and hotels, you can bet we’ve all had different opinions on what might work best for how we’re looking to get the best return on our extra time early in the morning inside Disney World’s parks. We’ve tested all kinds of ideas to help deliver the best tips and tricks to help you on your next visit, and these are the ones that work every time. You’ve spent a lot of time, money, and effort over weeks, months, and even years of planning your next Disney World vacation, and you’re not looking to let it all go to waste. Deciding to stay at one of Disney World’s hotels that allows for early park entry in the morning before the rest of the day’s visitors walk in may have been one of the very perks that help solidify your hotel decision. We were held up for a bit If getting into any of Disney World’s parks 30 minutes early to make the best use of your time with this perk sounds like your way of getting your day started, we’ve gathered a few of our best early entry strategies that have worked the best! It’s All About Transportation If you’re looking to visit EPCOT for early entry, starting your day off at the International Gateway’s park entrance could feel like an illegal move — especially if your hotel isn’t one that’s within walking distance to it. Inside the Disney Skyliner But, taking the skyliner, a series of buses, or opting for a ride share service that would put you at the back entrance of EPCOT could set you up for success. By skipping right over to Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure early in France, you could easily be avoiding one of the longest lines you would have experienced. Late Breakfast Or Brunch Is Hack Not someone who’s ready to eat breakfast as soon as your feet hit the ground in the morning? We can make that work in your favor. Ale & Compass Breakfast Buffet Consider booking your breakfast later in the morning, around 10AM or so. This way, you’re able to take full advantage of the early entry, round out your morning with a few more things around the park’s rope drop, and have worked up an appetite to enjoy a nice break for your family as the lines start to stack up. Midday Naps Wait — did we really just suggest a nap? Yep, we sure did! For optimum wait times, your best bet is to use this perk you’re already paying for and get a rested early start to your day. That view! By accomplishing a few of your “must-dos” early on, this leaves you time to head back to your hotel for a nap, a quick swim, and even a lengthier lunch or dinner before finishing out your day in the park later in the evening. Here’s a bonus tip: during the Summer, early morning and late evening are the best times to be outside in Florida to beat the heat and deal with the least amount of crowds. We’re always sharing our best tips, tricks, and proven strategies to help you win your next Disney trip! Be sure to check back with us at Disney Food Blog for all the latest. 3 Popular Character Meet and Greets Suddenly MOVED 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’s your favorite early entry strategy at Disney World? Spill your secrets in the comments below! The post I’ve Tried Every Early Entry Hack in Disney World, And I’m Sharing the 3 That Work Every Time first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Should YOU be worried about someone snooping through your hotel room at Disney World? Or trying to scam you out of your hard earned cash? Cinderella Castle Not ANYMORE! Because WE’RE here to warn you about these things BEFORE you (potentially) encounter them during your upcoming Disney World vacation. Check out our video below: Room Snoopers and 10 More Things To Worry About in Disney World  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 do you think of this video? Tell us in the comments. The post DFB Video: Room Snoopers and 10 More Things To Worry About in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Thirty years ago, California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort opened as Walt Disney World’s first signature dining experience, forever changing the landscape of Disney dining. Located on the 15th floor overlooking Magic Kingdom and Seven Seas Lagoon, this iconic restaurant quickly became popular for its fresh, seasonal menus, royal views of Cinderella Castle and one of the first open kitchens at the Resort. But beyond the contemporary cuisine, what truly makes California Grill special is the people. Crafting a Legacy from Day One to Today Leading up to opening night, a team was assembled with one key ingredient in mind – passion. “That opening team was really special, everyone brought a different talent and was constantly learning for each other,” Ray, an opening-day cast member, remembers. It’s that same passion that inspired Ray to craft one of California Grill’s most popular cocktails, the Monterey, or as his regulars call it the “Ray Ray”, which will be returning to this year’s limited-time anniversary menu. “We’re surrounded by the freshest ingredients,” Ray explains. “The Monterey was made with crushed blackberries and lemonade made from scratch. Since the beginning, California Grill has focused on excellence and that still comes through today with local and domestic sourced seasonal ingredients.” World Class Service Through the Years For opening-day server, Dale, his passion goes hand-in-hand with purpose. “We’re a part of the Disney culture and the world-class service we provide is something you don’t receive anywhere else,” Dale says. And it’s because of that spirit of service that Dale and other long-time Cast Members have created lifelong connections with guests. Over the decades, the California Grill team has welcomed families who first visited with their toddlers and now return with grandchildren alongside them. “Something special about Disney is that people come back and vacation year after year and I’ve gotten to see families grow up in front of my eyes,” says Walter, another opening-day server. “I’ve seen kids when they were seven or eight years old and now, they’re 35 visiting with children of their own! I think that’s the real kicker, this place has been here 30 years, and it’s given us an opportunity to build strong, amazing relationships with a lot of families.” That sense of connection, decades deep and deeply personal, is what continues to define California Grill. For many cast members, the memories they’ve shared with guests are cherished moments of their own. “Once, I waited on Roy E. Disney, Walt’s nephew. And after the fireworks I went over to the table, and he was crying a little bit, and he said, ‘I’ll tell you, Dale, I’ve seen these a ton of times, and it still gets me’…and that’s my favorite memory of 30 years.” Dale fondly recalls. Celebrating California Grill Since 1995 California Grill celebrates a legacy of excellence and care carried on by the passion of its cast members. Since 1995, they have set the stage for a new generation of signature dining at Walt Disney World; blending bold flavors and techniques into beautiful experience. With each new dish and every returning guest, its story continues to be written by the people who have made this restaurant special since that very first night. Disney’s MICHELIN Star Restaurant: Victoria & Albert’s READ MORE The Beak and Barrel: New Details READ MORE Disney Eats: GEO-82 Menu and Opening Date READ MORE The post California Grill Cast Members Celebrate 30 Years appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

If you’re heading to Orlando’s NEWEST theme park soon — Epic Universe, you’ll want to make sure you budget for this item. Epic Universe We already had the opportunity to visit Epic Universe a few times, and it’s safe to say we’re blown away. If you are planning a trip, there is more than just the tickets you’ll purchase. Of course, you’ll want to plan to grab some of those delicious snack items like the Butterbeer Crepe. But, there’s one purchase you probably aren’t planning for, but you should! We know that Universal provides lockers at attractions to hold your bag and belongings, but did you know there are also all-day lockers that you can purchase at the front of the park? That’s right. There are two sizes to choose from: family-size lockers measuring 11” x 17.75” x 17.7” and large lockers measuring 11” x 11.75” x 17.7” are available to rent near the park entrance. The family size locker is $20 while the large locker is $15 for the entire day. Celestial Park One of our team members recently went and used the family-size lockers to hold her belongings. She had brought an extra change of clothes because she knew she wanted to ride Fyre Drill in Isle of Berk and did not want to stay soaked all day. It also poured rain that day so having an extra change of clothes that she didn’t have to lug around with her all day was a big help! Celestial Park This area is very convenient because there is a bathroom located right next to the lockers. This bathroom can be utilized to change outfits easily. You can see on the map below where these lockers are located, circled in green. ©EpicUniverse If you are planning to change outfits between each land at Epic Universe, a locker could be a great idea. You might want to wear your Toothless shirt to Isle of Berk, but change into something different for Dark Universe. If you want to match the theme of each land, these lockers can hold your outfits! For the cost of $20, we think this is a good deal. Isle of Berk For more on Epic Universe, be sure to follow us at DFB! I’ve Been on Every Ride at Epic Universe, and I’m Sharing My 3 Favorites Read more: DFB's complete guide to Universal’s Epic Universe >> Are you planning a trip to Epic Universe this year? Tell us in the comments. The post I Spent For This in Epic Universe, and I’d Do It Again in a Heartbeat first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Boo to you! It may only be May, but Disney World is already getting into the Halloween spirit. Tickets are now on sale for select guests for this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party If you are staying at a select Disney World hotel, you can now purchase tickets for Magic Kingdom’s Halloween Party during your stay. The Halloween Party runs on select nights from August 15th through October 31st, so start planning your Halloween festivities now! If you are staying at a Disney Resort hotel, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, or Shades of Green at Walt Disney World Resort, you are now eligible to purchase tickets during your stay! Tickets will go on sale for the general public on May 22nd, 2025, so if you aren’t staying at an eligible hotel, you will need to wait just a bit longer to grab your tickets. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party takes place on select nights at Magic Kingdom starting August 15th through October 31st. That’s right, you can get in the Halloween spirit as soon as August 15th, but there are also plenty of other dates throughout September and October if you want to wait a bit before getting spooky. Mickey’s Boo-To-You Parade Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party features spooky entertainment like Mickey’s Boo-To-You Parade and Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular fireworks. There are also exclusive sips, bites, and merchandise available for purchase. As well, Magic Kingdom turns into a trick-or-treaters’ paradise, and you can make stops at trick-or-treat stations around the park to stock up on candy! You can also meet special characters and enjoy Magic Kingdom in all its not-so-scary glory. Minnie Witch Hat from the Main Street Bakery This year’s party will even have some new additions! Jack is getting a new look, there will be a Zombies dance party, and you will also be able to meet BOTH Mickey and Minnie at Tony’s Town Square Theater. There could even be a new location, The Beak and Barrel, to enjoy during the party although we don’t have official confirmation yet. Jack and Sally in 2024 (Jack is getting a new look this year!) We’ve got you covered if you want to learn more about Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! Check out our video covering everything you need to know about the Halloween Party and get a taste of what to expect. We tried lots of food, experienced the entertainment, and more. If you want help planning your Disney World vacation, look no further than Small World Vacations. They have YEARS of experience planning Disney vacations, and they want to help you! Their services are completely free and can help take away some of the stress of planning your Disney World vacation. We will continue to bring you updates about this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, as well as FULL coverage of the event in August. Stay tuned to DFB for all your Disney World news! Check out EVERYTHING you need to know about Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! IT'S SPOOK-TACULAR! Get ready for the spookiest season of the year at Disney World with our guide -- Halloween at Disney World: DFB's Spook-tacular Guide! From the thrills of Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party to the enchanting resort decorations that'll send shivers down your spine, our guide is packed with tips and tricks to help you squeeze every ounce of ghoulish fun out of your visit. Plus, we've got the inside scoop on all the limited-time-only bone-chilling activities happening across the parks! Get the Halloween at Disney World: DFB's Spook-tacular Guide to make your frightfully delightful adventure even more magical! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Halloween at Walt Disney World Get ALL the Info on Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Check Out the Disney x Halloween Items You Can Get at Target Right Now Photos AND Reviews: ALL the Fall and Halloween Treats in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe The post Hotel Guests Can Purchase Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Tickets RIGHT NOW first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary is right around the corner, and we can’t wait! Disneyland is ready for its 70th! We’ve already seen some changes made to the iconic Sleeping Beauty Castle ahead of the celebrations, we know tons of snacks are on the way, and now, we’ve got a sneak peek at the new cavalcade coming to the park for this special event! Don’t forget that the “Paint the Night” parade will be returning to Disneyland for the event at nighttime and will include characters from Monsters, Inc., Cars, Toy Story, just to name a few. The nighttime spectacular “Wondrous Journeys” is also returning for guests’ enjoyment. ©Disney We can’t wait to see the new outfits Mickey and his pals will be wearing, and you know we’ll be one of the first in line to see the new projection show Tapestry of Happiness on “it’s a small world.” There’s so much to explore and admire during this event, we can’t wait to begin to experience it all so soon! ©Disney Looking for more Disneyland news? Check out our posts below! More Recent Disneyland News! We LOVE It When Disney Listens! This NEW Cavalcade Brought a BANISHED Character BACK to DisneylandDisney Has a NEW Nighttime Show Featuring the Muppets!Toy Story Midway Mania Just Got a HUGE Update — Check It Out With Us!Are We Just Going To Ignore This HUGE Disney Breakfast Announcement?!SNEAK PEEK at NEW Disney Snacks Releasing This Friday! Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary Celebrations here! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Are you looking forward to this celebration? Tell us in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney to attend their media preview of Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post We LOVE It When Disney Listens! This NEW Cavalcade Brought a BANISHED Character BACK to Disneyland first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

How to Do a Split Stay at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando (Military Edition) For military families headed to Orlando, the choice between Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando can be a tough one. But what if you didn’t have to choose? A split stay lets you enjoy the best of both worlds—thrilling adventures […] The post How to Do a Split Stay at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando (Military Edition) appeared first on Military Disney Tips. View the full article

You can’t hear the rumble of roller coasters in downtown Orlando, but thrill rides have a new presence there. Vekoma Rides, a manufacturing giant based in the Netherlands, has opened a North American office in the downtown business district. “This is the place to be in terms of theme parks, even though we work all over the U.S.,” said Ricardo Etges, vice president for sales and marketing for the Americas. Etges was Vekoma’s first Orlando-based employee. Now there are eight people working out of its office near the intersection of Orange Avenue and South Street, including research and development engineers. “We basically have an extension of our engineering department in the Netherlands,” Etges said. “In the Netherlands, we have between 250 and 300 people, and we found out that we can expand our engineering capacity with local resources in Orlando.” The company, founded in 1926, originally made farm equipment and later steel products for the coal-mining and petrochemical industries. It started shifting to amusement park rides in the 1970s and in 2019 decided to focus more on North American markets. In March, Vekoma opened the Flash: Vertical Velocity at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, New Jersey. It’s the first “super boomerang” style coaster in the western world, Etges said. Coming up is Siren’s Curse, a tilt coaster under construction at Cedar Point in Ohio. It’s “a traditional lift-hill coaster with the seesaw element on top,” Etges said. “The train parks in the horizontal position, and there is a track section that goes from horizontal to vertical, like a seesaw. And then once it locks on the vertical position, it releases a train.” Among its Florida coasters are Expedition Everest at Disney’s Animal Kingdom as well as Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and Tron / Lightcycle Run at Magic Kingdom plus Epcot’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, which debuted in 2022. It has also produced rides for Universal Orlando and Legoland Florida. The move into Orlando was designed to help expand the business in Central Florida and to become “more proactive and present to our clients,” Etges said. “A roller coaster is almost like you have a long-term relationship with the park,” he said. “Because the roller coaster is not only about installing the ride and making sure that the ride is up and running, but also keeping the ride up and running and reliable for decades.” Other plusses for a Central Florida office include proximity to parks (“We actually had a field trip to Epic [Universe]”), vendors, potential employees and November’s IAAPA Expo at Orange County Convention Center, Etges said. “We usually have 15 to 20 people from our team coming from the Netherlands, and we have a lot of meetings with clients,” at the Expo, he said. “We usually have at least one vehicle being showcased” on the convention center floor, which is produced by Orlando-based International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions, he said. There are other projects in the works, but they remain hush-hush. “We always need to wait until the park announces the ride to be able to start to talk about it,” Etges said. “But at IAAPA this year, we’re going to have some surprises.” Email me at dbevil@orlandosentinel.com. BlueSky: @themeparksdb. Threads account: @dbevil. X account: @themeparks. Subscribe to the Theme Park Rangers newsletter at orlandosentinel.com/newsletters. View the full article

After a few trips to Epic Universe, the new Universal Orlando theme park, a list of should-have-packed items emerged. Some of these goods are attraction staples or everyday “life in Florida” materials. Some are just good planning strategies. Some are more necessary at Epic than at other locations. Although these are recommended for most Orlando outings, here’s why they should be considered Epic essentials. Skin game Wear sunscreen, Momma always said, and Momma knows best. Make it a high-number SPF, too. Epic’s debut comes on the dawn of what will likely be another blazing Florida summer. The new theme park, which officially opens May 22, is not what you’d call shady at this point. That’s most apparent in Celestial Park, which leads to the four other lands and is the required route when walking from world to world. No trams, monorails or Hogwarts Express will save you. When the sun is at its highest, Epic visitors stand inside buildings, in nooks, in crannies, in that sliver of shade next to buildings for relief. Going without sunscreen practically guarantees sunburn. And be aware when reapplications are needed. Other hot-weather recommendations: sunglasses, cooling towels, collapsible water bottles for hydration. The park has multiple vertical water stations that make refilling easy. Power moves There are reasons to believe that smartphone use will go up at Epic, so a portable charger may boost confidence in the idea of continuous power. The official Universal Orlando app not only reveals wait times for rides and schedules for shows and meet-and-greets but a healthy chunk of Epic food ordering (and payment) is done there, too. The virtual line, used during previews for the Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry ride, also is run through the app. Word on the street has been that some users found success with the electronic queue by attempting to secure slots at times in addition to the ones posted by the park. Your results may vary, but that method sure can drain a battery. Heat is no friend of phone batteries either. A nice recharging near a shady plug could be a welcome break. Some Epic Universe visitors may prioritize browsing through Paris and sipping a butterbeer at Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic. (Patrick Connolly/Orlando Sentinel)Making a list Epic Universe will be a new experience for most people, and folks may not be able to complete all their missions in a single day. So a priority list should be, well, a priority. It can be old-school paper or digital on that phone. The park has 11 rides (including four roller coasters) and two stage shows that are scheduled for multiple performances a day. There also are new restaurants to consider. Scoping Epic online then clumping the Day One must-dos land by land cuts down on walk time crisscrossing Celestial Park. Everyone has different needs. Maybe save the potentially wettest ride (Fyre Drill in How to Train Your Dragon) for on your way out? Maybe Dark Universe is best after sunset? Maybe your group needs a chunk of quality time in the 1920s Parisian setting of Wizarding World of Harry Potter or the tempting inside queue of Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry? Dragon Racer’s Rally is one Epic Universe ride that requires sturdy shoes. (Patrick Connolly/Orlando Sentinel)Sensible shoes Choose footwear wisely. As at many theme parks, there’s walking to be done. A couple of rides – Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment and Dragon Racer’s Rally — put passengers into dangling-legs positions, so shoes that could fall off are not allowed. We’re looking at you and your flip-flops and Crocs. There are also plenty of stairs (CoughNintendoCough) to conquer, so support is key. There have also been some slippery-when-wet reports, but … welcome to Florida. Power-Up Bands unlock gameplay within Super Nintendo World at Epic Universe. (Patrick Connolly/Orlando Sentinel)Getting into the game Gamers should be aware that to take full advantage of the interactivity offered in Super Nintendo World, an investment in a Power-Up Band is needed. The wristbands are sold inside Epic for $42, and they activate games and effects attached to that world’s trademark ? Blocks. Complete enough challenges and become eligible for the Bowser Jr. Shadow Showdown. On the other hand, Power-Up Bands are not required to wander around Super Nintendo World or ride its attractions. Back to backpacks OK, perhaps this one is counterintuitive after reeling off a list of essentials. But small backpacks are great for the little attraction lockers and for your aching back. Maybe throw in a couple of other goodies like a power bar or a small umbrella. Floridians should embrace the power of the parasol more. New and notes • The Universal Studios Store expansion at Universal CityWalk has opened, featuring more Nintendo and Harry Potter floor space. But even newsier news: It has butterbeer for sale. The beverage is now available outside of the theme parks’ Wizarding World attractions. More info: universalorlando.com • Walt Disney World has revealed the name of the pirate-themed lounge coming to Magic Kingdom. It will be known as the Beak and Barrel. (WDW has not revealed an opening date, though). More info: disneyparksblog.com • Gatorland’s Gatorpalooza is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday. On tap: Music, games, craft vendors, specialty food, appearances by the Gatorland Vlog Team and more. On Saturday, the park holds its fifth annual Gatorland Florida Man Challenge. It’s all included with regular park admission. More info: gatorland.com • Legoland Florida has added another day to its worldwide Lego Festival. Park guests can now also participate on May 26 (aka Memorial Day). The event with group builds, meet-and-greets, dance parks, Fortnite-based experiences and more is set for Saturdays and Sundays through June 8. The festival is included with regular Legoland admission. More info: legolandflorida.com • Orlando Science Center is opening a new exhibit called “DC Super Heroes: Discover Your Superpowers.” It debuts Saturday. More info: OSC.org Email me at dbevil@orlandosentinel.com. BlueSky: @themeparksdb. Threads account: @dbevil. X account: @themeparks. 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Traveling by plane is about to get even more luxurious than ever before! ©United Airlines With new routes being added to airline companies and more folks opting to fly for their domestic and international travels, airline companies are looking for ways to continue to enhance their passengers’ experience. One particular airline company is looking to make changes to its international offerings and might have you seriously considering taking an international trip sooner. United Airlines has just unveiled the United Elevated interior for its new Boeing 787-9 airplanes. The updated features you’ll find inside these planes aim to raise “the standard of international premium travel among U.S. carriers.” Its newest additions include new business class suites, the greatest number of total premium seats in United’s fleet, an Ossetra caviar amuse-bouche service, Starlink connectivity, and even larger 4K OLED seatback screens. ©United Each of these new suites, called the United Polaris Studio suites, is positioned in the first row of each business class section. All eight seats will lie flat and include all-aisle-access seats, which are 25% larger than existing United Polaris seats with privacy doors, an extra ottoman seat for companions, exclusive entrée options, new amenity kits with luxury skincare offerings, wireless charging, Bluetooth connectivity, and more. ©United Airlines These new upgrades to the suites aren’t the only addition to the airline. Additionally, standard United Polaris seats will also be upgraded to suites with the addition of sliding doors and larger, 19-inch 4K OLED screens. Further, each passenger flying United Polaris business class will have access to the airline’s six award-winning United Polaris lounges. ©Getty Images These upgrades are a small part of a complete transformation of United’s models of luxury airline. All in all, additional upgrades in the nose-to-tail makeover include refined finishes and a warmer feel throughout, offering something for everyone. Is your passport ready? United expects the first passengers to experience the upgraded luxuries of United 787-9 planes to begin before the end of 2025, with the first international passenger flights planned in 2026. Overall, United flies to 147 total international destinations, making all of United’s future 787 passengers accessible to experience United Polaris Studio suites and elevated interiors. Down the road, United also anticipates adding around 30 more of these planes to join its fleet by 2027. Don’t go away! We’re focused on bringing you the latest news, updates, changes, and more that could affect how you travel on your next vacation. Be sure to stay tuned with us at DFB to see it all! NEWS: A $72 Million Bathroom Upgrade Is Coming to the Orlando Airport  Travel Updates, Tips, and Tricks Complete Guide to Booking the CHEAPEST Flight to Disney World What to Do if Your Flight to Disney World Is Canceled Our Best Tips For Flying Through the Orlando International Airport Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get to Disney World From the Orlando Airport You’re SLEEPING on These Packing Hacks Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life 8 Catastrophic Travel Mistakes and How to Solve Them The Airline with the MOST Flight Delays and Cancellations This Small Change Will Save You From Lost Luggage The Best Disney Luggage for 2023 21 Things a Former Flight Attendant Needs You To Know 7 Highest-Rated Travel Items on Amazon Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click Here to Subscribe If you could take a cruise anywhere in the world, where would you head next? Tell us in the comments below!The post NEWS: Flying With United Airlines Is About to Get More LUXURIOUS first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s time to get SPOOKY. Halloween in Magic Kingdom Okay, okay, it’s actually NOT, but we’re already thinking ahead to the Halloween season in Disney World now that we’ve got some dates AND details about this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Now this year’s party will see a lot of returning entertainment, character meet and greets, and activities. BUT some new additions have been added to the party this year, so let’s dive into those NEW things. It’s likely this NEW version of Jack will bring even longer lines for the Jack and Sally meet and greet at the party, but we can’t wait to see his new look in person. Zombies Dance Party For fans of the Zombies movies, you’ll be able to dance the night away with the music from Zombies 4, as well as other Zombies movies. Costumes from Zombies 4 Break out your best Zombies dance moves, y’all! Price increase and later dates So this year has also brought something we’re NOT super thrilled about. Prices for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party depend on the date, but now the price for the most in-demand dates has gone up. Last year’s price for party tickets ranged from $119 to $199. This year’s price, though, ranges from $119 to $229, meaning those high-demand dates now cost $30 more! Ouch. 2024 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party welcome sign We also noticed that this year’s parties are starting a little later. They usually start the second weekend of August, but this year’s parties start on the third weekend of August. However, there are still the same number of parties as there were last year. CONFIRMED: PRICE INCREASE Hits Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Disney World Mickey and Minnie Now, at previous parties, you could meet Mickey and Minnie in their Halloween outfits, but they usually met separately. Well, this year, for the first time EVER, Mickey and Minnie will be meeting party guests together in their Halloween outfits at Tony’s Town Square Theater. Mickey at his very own 2024 Not-So-Scary Halloween Party This is generally where Mickey meets guests during the day, but if you want to meet the STARS of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, you’ll want to make sure to make time to stop by when the party starts. Possibly a new place to drink and eat? We’ve added this as a bonus, even though it is not officially confirmed just yet. This year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party could see a brand new place opened in Magic Kingdom with food and drinks. Yep, that Pirates of the Caribbean-themed lounge, The Beak and Barrel, may very well be open during the party. Okay, so we don’t know this for sure, and Disney has only said The Beak and Barrel will be open in late 2025, but it COULD happen. Here’s the thing, though: originally, The Beak and Barrel website had information detailing it would be open during the party…but Disney later took that info. down. Make of that what you will. ©Disney So, what does this mean if it is actually open this fall? Well, considering it’s probably going to be hard to get into that lounge on a regular park day, a lot of folks may be using the party to get access to the lounge, meaning it could be hard to get into during the limited ticket event, too. So this year’s party is looking to be EVEN better. If you’re interested, tickets go on sale for select Walt Disney World Resort hotel guests on May 15th and to the general public on May 22nd. Tickets are limited, and many dates sell out quickly! Stay tuned to DFB for more. Don’t Book Tickets for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in 2025 Before You Read This 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 attending Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this year? Let us know what you’re looking forward to in the comments! The post 4 NEW Additions Confirmed for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s almost summer, so we are beating the heat (and the rain) the best way we know how — with soft serve! Disney Springs We got caught in a rainstorm and thought nothing would make us happier than a bit of ice cream while we waited it out. We slid over to Swirls on the Water at Disney Springs to try a new cone offering, which you’ll want to add to your snack list. Swirls on the Water is in the Marketplace at Disney Springs and offers soft-serve and Dole Whip. That’s right, you can get the Dole Whip you love without needing a park ticket. Swirls on the Water We tried the Salted Blue Corn Cone for $6.49. We had our choice of vanilla, strawberry, pineapple, lime, coconut, and mango, and went with the lime and mango swirled together. Keep in mind that because of the machines, there are only certain flavors that can be swirled together. Salted Blue Corn Cone When we took a bite (a lick?), the flavors reminded us of sherbet! Neither flavor was too strong, but the mango brought sweetness, and the lime brought tartness, but not enough for your face to scrunch up. We loved the balance between the two flavors. There were even sprinkles on the edges stuck on the cone with chocolate, and we loved the crunch! Lime and Mango What about that corn cone? It tasted like a traditional cone, but it was a gorgeous, vibrant blue with a stronger savory flavor. It isn’t overwhelmingly corn, which is a nice thing when it comes to ice cream, but it has the same level of corn as tortillas or popcorn. While it was more savory than normal, it doesn’t hit you over the head with heartiness, but plays a little bit of sweet and savory together. The cone! It felt adventurous to eat a savory cone, but the flavors were still familiar enough for the whole family to enjoy. It was a lovely twist on normal soft-serve but still hits that ice cream sweet spot. While it’s called Salted Blue Corn Cone, it wasn’t very salty and matched the ice cream well. Summer is around the corner and we’re so excited to be trying all the summer snacks at Disney World. Keep following Disney Food Blog for more snack and restaurant reviews. WE’VE EATEN AT EVERY DISNEY SPRINGS RESTAURANT. THESE ARE THE BEST. 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! What’s your go-to soft-serve flavor? Tell us your favorite in the comments! The post REVIEW: We Tried a NEW Corn Ice Cream Cone and It’s So Much Better Than We Thought first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Let’s be honest — we’ve all dreamed about riding beside Lightning McQueen as he competes in one of his big races, or thought about what it would be like to see that in person, right? (Or is that just us?) Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy Maybe that’s a childhood dream of ours we’ve always held onto, but if you’ve got a kiddo in your life who has a similar dream, stop EVERYTHING and check out the epic new Lightning McQueen car that’s online right now! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Huffy Just Outdid Themselves With This ©Amazon The new Huffy Lightning McQueen 6V Ride-On Toy Car is appropriate for ages 3-7 and is an exact replica (in kid form) of Lightning McQueen! It’s got forward and reverse, headlights, AND sounds — does it get better than that? ©Amazon It can reach up to 2.5 miles per hour, which is pretty impressive for a small car like this. We think this is the ultimate gift for the little Cars fan(s) in your life — we know we would have loved to have it when we were that age! Grab it here! Looking for the latest Disney merchandise news? Be sure to stay tuned to DFB — we’re always scouring the internet for the newest products, deals, and discounts! Check out our Amazon Storefront for even more of our favorite Disney items!The post 'Cars' Fans Are About to FREAK When They See This 0 Souvenir On Amazon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary has officially begun, and we’re thrilled we’re getting to check out everything the parks have to offer for this monumental event! Time to celebrate 70 years! We’ve seen the new decorations on Sleeping Beauty Castle, and are looking forward to checking out all the entertainment you can experience during this summertime event. We’ve been excited about this all day, and now it’s finally time — we’re checking out the new World of Color Happiness! show in Disney California Adventure! The new World of Color Happiness! show happens twice a night at 9 PM and 10:15 PM and takes place at Paradise Bay right in front of Incredicoaster. This is where the usual World of Color show happens each night as well, but to celebrate the event, a new show is taking its place for the summer. Pixar Pier at night We can’t forget one of the best parts though — there’s a Muppets pre-show! Kermit the Frog, Gonzo and other Muppet friends step into the spotlight to share safety information in a fun and silly song-and-dance number projected across the World of Color fountains. The Muppets pre-show Yes, this may be the greatest night of our lives. We even got to see Sam the Eagle, which made us feel VERY patriotic. Sam the Eagle Gonzo even turns up, but um…does he really know a lot about safety? I’m not sure he’s the best person…err…Muppet… to be giving this safety briefing… What are you doing, Gonzo? Wocka, Wocka! Fozzie! Let the show begin! This new show is inspired by Walt Disney’s words from the opening-day dedication of Disneyland 70 years ago: “To all who come to this happy place… welcome!” During the show, the emotion of happiness is explored through many different emotions, and is hosted by none other than Joy and her fellow emotion buddies from Inside Out and Inside Out 2. Joy and the Inside Out 2 emotions host World of Color Happiness Featuring fountains, unique lighting, colorful lasers, fog, and dramatic flame effects, this show will feature scenes from many of your favorite Disney and Pixar films, such as Turning Red, The Incredibles, A Goofy Movie, Tangled, Encanto, and more. You’ll see a lot of familiar faces, like Dumbo… Dumbo …Lady and the Tramp… ICONIC scene …Pooh…and more! Silly old bear One of our favorite parts about this show is that YOU can influence part of it by voting which emotion — Sadness, Anger, Disgust, or Envy — gets a special spotlight in the show that night. Who will it be? If you’ve ever seen World of Color, you’ll know how special of a show it is. Well, it’s even more special now, and you’ll want to make sure to catch it the next time you visit Disney California Adventure. Looking for more recent Disneyland Resort news? Check out our posts below! More Recent Disneyland News! 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Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disneyland to attend their media preview of World of Color Happiness!. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. 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Every year, dedicated horror fans count down the days until Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights event begins. It’s a time for dark stories, terrifying characters, and big scares. You never know who may be lurking around the corner! But what if we told you that you could experience the terror of Halloween Horror Nights ANY time of year? Well, soon, that nightmarish scenario will become a reality! Universal Horror Unleashed is opening in Las Vegas! ©Universal Universal Horror Unleashed is a 40-acre immersive entertainment district and events destination. Universal teased horror like you’ve never seen before, “encountering unimaginable monstrous creatures lurking around every corner.” Ooh — spooky! Look out for four themed immersive areas and four haunted houses. This brand-new attraction will officially open on August 14th, 2025. Are you ready? You’re not ready. Now, as we mentioned, this attraction will host four haunted houses. The haunted houses are inspired by: Universal Monsters Blumhouse’s The Exorcist: Believer Texas Chainsaw Massacre Scarecrow: The Reaping ©Universal OK, horror fans, intrigued yet? Universal just shared a new preview of one of its houses, so be prepared to be WOWED by the new Texas Chainsaw Massacre house. ©Universal As you may have guessed, this new house is based on the 1974 horror film, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Universal teased that this haunted house will bring the original film to life for the first time in a linear sequence, and visitors will make their way through the horrifying scenes and encounter iconic characters. ©Universal The story begins in a Texan cemetery, followed by an encounter with the Old Man at the dusty gas station featured in the infamous barbecue scene. From there, you will enter the infamous dilapidated home and come face-to-face with Leatherface and every member of his deranged family. AHHH! ©Universal The experience continues in Kill Vault, one of the four themed immersive areas within Universal Horror Unleashed. Here, you’ll want to be aware of your surroundings — the area is filled with rusty knives and machetes, plus you might encounter a strange surgeon or a psychotic slasher. EEK! Universal also teased new details about Rough Cuts, where you can feast on “chainsaw” carved small plates as you “witness a variety of show moments.” Dinner and a show, anyone? Speaking of — you can also visit Jack’s Alley Bar, themed to Horror Nights icon Jack the Clown. This spot will feature specialty-themed cocktails and acrobatic performances in a “circus-like hellscape” environment. ©Universal In addition to the themed bars and food locations, there will also be a retail location with unique collectible merchandise. And that’s just a taste of the MANY themed areas and experiences available at this new year-round horror fest. Who’s in? Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased online at UniversalHorrorUnleashed.com. You can see more info below: General Admission (Unlimited Access): $99 Includes unlimited admission to all four haunted houses for the selected date and time General Admission (One-Time Access): $69 Includes one-time entry to each haunted house for the selected date and time In the meantime, we’ll be on the lookout for the latest news and updates about Universal Horror Unleashed. Make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog so you don’t miss any Universal, Disney, or other theme park and attraction news! Tickets ON SALE NOW for the NEW Year-Round Universal Horror Experience 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 booking a ticket to this new experience? Let us know in the comments! The post NEW LOOK at Universal Horror Unleashed Experience Coming Soon to Las Vegas first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When you’re heading to Disney World, it can feel overwhelming to try and figure out what you need to pack. Magic Kingdom Sure, you know you need to pack the usuals — clothing, your MagicBands and ears, anything you need to get a good night’s sleep, but beyond that, there are essentials you need in the parks you may not realize until you get there. If you’re heading to Disney World soon, this is the ONE essential you absolutely need for each park AND WHY! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Magic Kingdom — A Portable Charger INIU Portable Charger Here’s the thing — we’re not saying you DON’T need an INIU Portable Charger in the other parks, but Magic Kingdom has the most attractions, meaning you may be booking more Lightning Lanes throughout the day than other parks and/or modifying them, and being arguably the most “iconic” park of them all, you may be taking a LOT of photos and videos. That wears out your phone battery quickly, so we say a portable charger is most important in this park, and we absolutely love this one — multiple of our reporters use it day in and day out with no issues. Grab it here! EPCOT — Clean Those Hands! ©Amazon EPCOT is known for its fantastic eats, both in and out of festival season, and that means you’re going to want to make sure your hands are as clean as they can be before you eat all those snacks. Yes, running to a bathroom and actually washing your hands is ideal, but sometimes there’s no time for that, so the Touchland Power Mist Hydrating Hand Sanitizer Spray is the next best thing. We love the design, the smell of these, and that the aloe vera in them helps to moisturize your skin as well! Grab it here! Disney’s Hollywood Studios — Keep Yourself COOL! Sukeen 4 Pack Cooling Towel If you’re ever been in Hollywood Studios on a hot day, you know exactly where we’re going with this. Although there are shaded places in the park, some of the lines for the most popular attractions are RIGHT out in the sun, OR they’re outdoors for the majority of the queue, and when it’s hot out, you need a way to keep cool. That’s why we say the Sukeen Cooling Towels are a must-have for this park — trust us, we’ve been there — you’ll regret not having one! Grab it here! Disney’s Animal Kingdom — You Wanna Talk About Sun? Supergoop! Considering a large part of Animal Kingdom is made to recreate a savanna, which are normally VERY HOT and without much shade, we’re saying that Sunscreen is the number one essential for this park. This park often feels the hottest to many people, and there’s not as much shade as we would like (but thankfully, the majority of attraction lines are at least under shaded cover), so we’re begging you to make sure you’re wearing your sunscreen and REAPPLYING to avoid being burnt! Grab it here! Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney World essentials and news — we want to be sure you’re as prepared as possible for your trip! Check out our Amazon Storefront for more of our park essentials!The post The 1 Essential You Should Bring to Every Disney World Park first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you a Disney World Annual Passholder? Disney World Annual Pass If so, you probably already know a lot about how you can use your pass to enter Disney World theme parks, as well as how to get discounts on everything from food to souvenirs. You probably also know you can use your pass for exclusive merchandise and fun freebies. Well, now, your Annual Pass can also get you exclusive access to a lounge — with free snacks and drinks — in EPCOT. In case you missed it, V.I.Passholder Days have arrived in Disney World and run through July 31st. During this time, you’ll be able to get even MORE discounts on food and shopping, as well as take advantage of a ton of new perks, including an exclusive lounge in EPCOT. Well, that lounge is now open! You’ll find it at the Restaurant Marrakesh location in EPCOT’s Morocco Pavilion. EPCOT Annual Passholder Lounge Inside is a nice comfy place to sit and relax away from the EPCOT crowds — WITH air conditioning. That alone is worth it, right? Nice comfy place However, you can also grab some free snacks here while you’re at it. You can grab some packs of Stacy’s Garlic and Parmesan Herb Pita Chips and Fruit Bowl Nut Free Mix to munch on while you’re chillaxing. Free snacks You can also get some free drinks, including water (gotta’ stay hydrated) and that delicious hot Moroccan Mint Tea. Great place to hydrate, too It’s a great place to get away from things for a while, charge your phone, get some work done, etc. Get away from the EPCOT crowds You’ll even find a unique Disney PhotoPass opportunity here with a fun MagicShot with Genie and Abu. A Cast Member also told us there would be new Magic Shots coming in June. PhotoPass spot The lounge will be open from 11 AM to 7 PM through July 13th, so be sure to take advantage of it while it’s open. There is plenty of seating available, and the A/C is WONDERFUL. Stay tuned to DFB for more. 3 Mistakes Annual Passholders Still Make in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be taking advnantage of this lounge? Let us know in the comments! The post A MASSIVE Annual Passholder Perk Just Returned to EPCOT! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We just went to EPCOT for a little treat for Disney Annual Passholders! EPCOT If you’ve been keeping up to date with us, you probably know that May 14th was the drop date for the NEW Passholder magnet. Well, check your calendars, Disney fans, because the time has finally come! We had to rush over to EPCOT to guarantee we got this thing, and the more we look at it, the more obsessed we’re becoming! When we got to EPCOT, we could see the sign posted up by the Creations Shop indicating where the Passholder magnet would be. It’s the sign!! There was a line, as expected, but it moved pretty quickly! Check out the line Everyone was pretty excited for this magnet, and why wouldn’t they be!? It’s not often a Disney villain is the face of an Annual Passholder magnet, let alone a fan-favorite villain and arguably the most iconic Disney villain EVER! Everyone is going to want this magnet! If you plan on going to pick up the magnet, you’ll want to head over to the Creations Shop! That’s where all the Passholder magnet distribution happens at EPCOT. Before you hop in line, be prepared to show your Annual Pass card, linked MagicBand, MagicBand+, or Disney MagicMobile pass, and a government-issued photo ID. Also, you must be present to pick up your own magnet. Here she is! And, here she is! This one has to be up there as one of our favorite Annual Passholder magnets to date. Disney has honestly been on a roll with their magnets — choosing great designs, colors, and fan-favorite characters! The “D” of the magnet is in Maleficent’s iconic green color. She has a menacing smirk on her face — who knows what she’s plotting next? Look at this magnet! She really does have that classic style to her, looking exactly like her animated self from Disney’s classic movie Sleeping Beauty. The magnet should be around for a little bit, however, these are available while supplies last. So, we wouldn’t wait too long to go pick this up at the park. For more Disney updates and news, be sure to follow us at the Disney Food Blog! 3 Mistakes Annual Passholders Still Make in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What character do you want to see get a magnet next? Let us know in the comments! The post The NEW Disney World Annual Passholder Magnet Is HERE and It Might Be Our Favorite One Yet! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Get ready — a brand new Marvel movie is coming to Disney+ soon! ©Marvel Studios It doesn’t seem long since Marvel’s latest film had just debuted on the big screen, and with all of the recent talk in Disney+’s upcoming ventures, it seems that Disney’s focus on moving films over to their streaming platform sooner may be paying off for Disney+ subscribers in a big way. If you’ve been wondering when the next big blockbuster title will debut on Disney’s streaming service, you won’t have to wait too much longer. The captain is BACK and ready to meet you on your own streaming screens! Disney+ subscribers will soon rejoin the MCU with the next chapter of the Captain America legacy. ©Marvel Marvel Studios’ Captain America: Brave New World captivated audiences across the world when it debuted in theaters, and quickly rose to become the #2 highest-grossing film of 2025 domestically. Whether you can’t wait to relive the high-stakes action or experience its stunning cinematic visuals for the first time from the comfort of your own device, you may be getting your wish sooner than you thought. ©Marvel The latest film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe will premiere on Disney+ for streaming subscribers beginning May 28th! In the film, Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) – who now wields the shield of Captain America after The Falcon and The Winter Soldier – meets with newly elected U.S. president Thaddeus Ross (Harrison Ford) and soon finds himself in the middle of an international incident. In a race against time, Sam must discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red. ©Disney This film is packed with a star-studded cast, including Danny Ramirez, Shira Haas, Xosha Roquemore, Carl Lumbly, Giancarlo Esposito, Liv Tyler, and Tim Blake Nelson. The film is directed by Julius Onah and produced by Kevin Feige and Nate Moore. Louis D’Esposito and Charles Newirth also serve as executive producers. With big names like these behind one of the biggest Disney franchises to hit the silver screen, you know you’re in for quite an adventure to unfold right before your eyes. We’re constantly talking about the latest Disney news, changes, and updates! Be sure you’re following along with us at DFB so you don’t miss a thing. CONFIRMED: Disneyland Abu Dhabi Will Be an Indoor Theme Park Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which of Disney+’s titles are you currently streaming? Leave your watchlist in the comments below! The post RELEASE DATE ANNOUNCED for 'Captain America: Brave New World' on Disney+ first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is bringing on twice the amount of fun this month because two new shows are opening on the same day, and we couldn’t be more excited for Hollywood Studios to have even more entertainment offerings. Hollywood Studios We’ve been waiting and waiting to walk into the theater and be transported into a whole new world with our favorite characters, and now it’s almost time! The Little Mermaid—A Musical Adventure and Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After will open in Hollywood Studios on May 27th. ©Disney Unfairly Ever After is located on Sunset Boulevard, where Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy used to be. The theater has been transformed into the “realm of the Magic Mirror—where dozens of villains are trapped.” The show will include new songs from Cruella de Vil, Captain Hook, and Maleficent, and the audience will help decide who has been treated most unfairly. ©Disney A Little Mermaid show might sound familiar to you, and that’s because Voyage of the Little Mermaid, which started in 1992, was in the same theater in Animation Courtyard. It never reopened after the 2020 closures but has instead been reimagined as The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure. The upcoming revamped Little Mermaid show The Little Mermaid show will run from 9:15 AM to 7:15 PM, and Unfairly Ever After will have showtimes from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. We love that we’ll have more evening shows to watch in Hollywood Studios! We’re going to be bringing you all the show details once we see it for ourselves, and we’re so excited to bring you along. Keep following Disney Food Blog for all of your Disney news. 4 MAJOR CHANGES COMING TO DISNEY WORLD THIS SUMMER 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 show are you going to watch first? Tell us in the comments! The post TWO New Attractions Are Opening at Disney's Hollywood Studios This Month! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Things are changing at Hollywood Studios, and there are some new procedures to keep in mind during your next visit. Disney’s Hollywood Studios The park formerly known as Disney/MGM Studios is about to enter a period of massive transformation, as the former Muppets Courtyard — including Muppet*Vision 3D and PizzeRizzo — is set to close forever in mid-June to make way for a Monsters, Inc. land. However, the Muppets won’t be gone for long, as the characters are moving across the park to take over the Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster from Aerosmith. All of these changes are creating a new set of unofficial rules to follow at the park. 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 Table Service Shortage In addition to the shuttering of Muppet*Vision 3D and PizzeRizzo, the closure of the former Muppet Courtyard area also led to the permanent closure of Mama Melrose, one of Hollywood Studios oldest table service restaurants. Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano With the stalwart Italian restaurant’s closure, Hollywood Studios’ roster of table service restaurants is down to 50’s Prime Time Cafe, Hollywood & Vine, Hollywood Brown Derby, Roundup Rodeo BBQ, and Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater. It’s important to keep that in mind when planning ahead. 50s Prime Time Cafe Catch Aerosmith’s Final Encore If you want to bid farewell to Aerosmith before the Muppets evict the “Bad Boys of Boston” from their ride, we’d suggest prioritizing the Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster, maybe even with a Lightning Lane. We’re already seeing wait times increase for the ride as it nears its closure. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster As of writing, a closing date for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster has not been announced. Construction Bottleneck These new procedures extend to crowd flow issues caused by construction. Once the former Muppet Courtyard closes to transform into Monster’s, Inc. Land, that will likely lead to bottlenecking in the Grand Avenue area near the Rise of the Resistance entrance to Galaxy’s Edge. Perhaps it would be best to use the Toy Story Land entrance to Galaxy’s Edge instead. The entrance to Galaxy’s Edge Go Under the Sea! Not all these new procedures are construction-related, though! May 27th will see the addition of not one, but TWO new shows to Hollywood Studios. First up is The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure, a new take on the park’s classic Little Mermaid show. That show will run from 9:15 AM through 7:15 PM each day, and also feature Lightning Lane access. ©Disney Unfairly Ever After, a Disney Villains-themed show featuring “spellbinding show with moving music and a most memorable finale—where you help decide who has been treated most unfairly,” will also premiere on the 27th. ©Disney There are some big changes going on at Hollywood Studios right now, and in turn, some new rules to keep in mind. Stay tuned to DFB for more on Disney World’s changes. Which Hollywood Studios change are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments below. The post The New Procedures You Have to Follow in Disney’s Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disneyland’s 70th anniversary celebration is turning out to be one magical party—and now, one of the resort’s most beloved attractions is joining the fun in a big way! ©Disney That’s right—Toy Story Midway Mania! has got some exciting new additions just in time for the milestone celebration, and we are loving it! Get ready to aim, fire, and celebrate—here’s what’s waiting for you the next time you’re out to become a Midway Mania champion! Disneyland’s 70th anniversary is full of nostalgic nods and fun new touches—and this Toy Story update fits right in. Whether you’re a longtime fan or riding for the first time, these new additions are sure to add to the celebration! We’re giving you all the latest updates on Disneyland’s 70th anniversary, so stay tuned to us here on DFB! EVERY Ride Included With Disneyland’s New $400 Lightning Lane Premier Pass Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you planning on riding Toy Story Midway Mania during the Disneyland 70th anniversary? Let us know in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disneyland to attend their media preview of Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary Celebration. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post Toy Story Midway Mania Just Got a HUGE Update -- Check It Out With Us! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Pull on that yellow tab because we are ready for takeoff! ©Getty Images This popular airline is having a promotion that makes you want to grab your MagicBand and run to the airport now. JetBlue is offering one-way fares starting at $59! You’ll need to book before the end of Thursday, May 15th so secure the deal. @JetBlue Airways You can book flights from May 27th to October 4th but the deal excludes Sunday, Monday, and Friday travel. Blackout dates are from July 3rd to 7th. MCO Airport That leaves SO many days to hop on a plane and head to Disney World! There is so much happening between the end of May and October, too. Cinderella Castle EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival will be in full bloom until June 2nd, before the Food & Wine Festival starts to cook from August 28th to November 22nd. EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Maybe you’ll want to grab your candy bags and head to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party from August 15th to October 31st. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Two new shows are coming to Hollywood Studios on May 27th, and The Little Mermaid and Disney Villains fans will want to be first in line. ©Disney Disney is ready to have a Cool Kid Summer and between new activities, character meet and greets, and entertainment, everyone in the family will want to head to the parks. Stitch! This “Book it Before it’s Hot Sale” is only available until May 15th for flights between May 27th and October 4th, so make sure you book it soon. We’re always on the hunt for the best flight deals, so keep following Disney Food Blog for more! ALL THE NEW RIDES AND ATTRACTIONS COMING TO MAGIC KINGDOM IN 2025 AND BEYOND Travel Updates, Tips, and Tricks Complete Guide to Booking the CHEAPEST Flight to Disney World What to Do if Your Flight to Disney World Is Canceled Our Best Tips For Flying Through the Orlando International Airport Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get to Disney World From the Orlando Airport You’re SLEEPING on These Packing Hacks Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life 8 Catastrophic Travel Mistakes and How to Solve Them The Airline with the MOST Flight Delays and Cancellations This Small Change Will Save You From Lost Luggage The Best Disney Luggage for 2023 21 Things a Former Flight Attendant Needs You To Know 7 Highest-Rated Travel Items on Amazon Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click Here to Subscribe Are you heading to Disney World this summer? Tell us what you’re looking forward to in the comments. The post Popular Airline Offers Flights as Low as to Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We walk around Disney World every day, and trust us, those miles add up. Cinderella Castle It’s so important to have a good pair of shoes to walk around the theme parks with. We are looking for shoes that are comfortable and will make your feet happy after those long days. Luckily, Amazon has a ton of options to choose from. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get the Skechers Go Walk Shoes ©Amazon These shoes are lightweight and responsive, making them a good option for Disney. These shoes have Skechers Air Cooled Goga Mat breathable insole with high-rebound cushioning. There are plenty of color options to choose from. View on Amazon Order these Adidas Cloudform Pure Shoes ©Amazon These Adidas are known for their Cloudfoam midsole and memory foam sockliner for step-in comfort and superior cushioning. These will have you feeling like you are walking on clouds. View on Amazon We Love The Recovery Sandal by OOFOS ©Amazon These sandals are made for recovery. The company says that the “OOfoam technology absorbs 37% more impact than traditional footwear foam materials to reduce the stress on your feet, joints & back.” Plus, the closed-cell foam is machine washable and designed to minimize odor — which we can all agree would be helpful at Disney. View on Amazon Or, you can grab these Teva Sandals ©Amazon If you aren’t a sneaker person, Tevas might be the shoe for you! These are made with quick-dry webbing made from recycled plastic. The easy hook-and-loop closure comes on and off quickly and gets the fit just right. Warning: These may give you some serious tan lines! View on Amazon Order these Ryka Sneakers Here ©Amazon These shoes are made exactly for high-performance fitness walking, and I don’t know about you, but I’m sure that is exactly what I’m doing when I’m power walking during rope drop. They are made with breathable mesh with partially recycled linings and a padded heel. View on Amazon And finally, these Under Armour Men’s Sneakers ©Amazon These men’s shoes have a charged cushioning midsole that is responsive. They are durable for optimal “energy return” and all-day comfort. These are breathable as well. View on Amazon We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! Shop for More Disney Essentials on Our Amazon StorefrontThe post As a Disney Fan, Amazon Is Giving Me Tons of Affordable Shoes To Choose From first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

During a 4 day vacation in Disney World, what do YOU need to put at the top of your itinerary? What strategies should you use to get on ALL the best rides? And WILL a park hopper ticket come in handy after all? Magic Kingdom! Find out the answers to all of this (and MORE) today on DFB Guide. Check out our video below: The ULTIMATE Four Day Disney World Itinerary  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 do you think of this video? Tell us in the comments. The post DFB Video: The ULTIMATE Four Day Disney World Itinerary first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article