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Hello from Disney World! Macaron from Les Halles in EPCOT Yep, we’re back in Disney World this week, where we ate five snacks from the ever-popular Les Halles in EPCOT’s France Pavilion (why not, right?). We’re also saying goodbye to Mama Melrose’s in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, which closed its doors FOREVER. But that doesn’t stop Disney World from changing menus at its existing restaurants — oh no, and we’ve got quite a few menu updates to share with you this week. Magic Kingdom Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe Sides ADDED: Queso Dip for $1 Pecos Bill EPCOT Sunshine Seasons Grab ‘n’ Go Entrées REMOVED: Caesar Salad with Shrimp Sunshine Seasons Disney’s Hollywood Studios 50’s Prime Time Cafe Appetizers ADDED: Cousin Bob’s Seasonal Chowder — Fresh Corn Chowder with House-smoked Ham for $10 Desserts REMOVED: Hummingbird Bundt Cake Non-Alcoholic Specialties REMOVED: Pomegranate Lemonade 50’s Prime Time Cafe Rosie’s All-American Cafe Entrees REMOVED: Chicken Breast Nuggets – 8 Piece ADDED: Chicken Strips — Served with French Fries for $10.99 Kids’ Meal REMOVED: Chicken Breast Nuggets – 4 pieces ADDED: Chicken Strips — Served with choice of two Sides and choice of Small Lowfat Milk or Small DASANI Bottled Water for $8.49 Rosie’s All American Cafe Disney’s Animal Kingdom Rainforest Cafe Appetizers REMOVED: Cheese sticks ADDED: Cheese Curds for $14.99 Beef, Pork & Chicken REMOVED: Korean Spicy Stir-Fry Chicken ADDED: Korean Fried Chicken Lettuce Wraps — Chicken, broccoli, carrots, Gochujang sauce, Mandarin oranges, peppers, crispy wontons, red cabbage, green onions, sesame seeds, Jasmine rice for $26.49 Desserts REMOVED: Tropical Crepes and Florida Strawberry Cheesecake Kids’ Entrees REMOVED: Nile’s Catch Note: these changes also apply to the Rainforest Cafe in Disney Springs. Rainforest Cafe in Animal Kingdom Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Boardwalk Deli Entrees Meatball Sub description changed from “House-made Meatballs, Provolone, and Mozzarella” to “Meatballs, Provolone, Mozzarella” BoardWalk Deli Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Geyser Point Bar & Grill Small Bites REMOVED: Handcrafted Cheese and Charcuterie Geyser Chicken Wings description xhanged from “Choice of Teriyaki, Thai Chili, or Sriracha Buffalo” to “Choice of Teriyaki or Sriracha Buffalo” ADDED: Chipotle Barbecue Bison Meatballs — Goat Cheese Polenta, Onion Straws for $16 Rustic Fare REMOVED: Steak Sandwich and Multigrain Salad with Tofu Crispy Chicken Sandwich description changed from with “Sweet Chili Glaze, Spicy Slaw, Lettuce, and Tomato” to “with Sriracha Buffalo, Coleslaw, Lettuce, Tomato” Multigrain Salad with Chicken description changed from “Mixed Greens, Wild Rice, Bell Peppers, Sesame Vinaigrette” to “Mixed Greens, Quinoa, Apples, Goat Cheese, Golden Raisins, Candied Walnuts, Apple Cider Vinaigrette” and price changed from $17 to $18 Multigrain Salad with Salmon description changed from “Mixed Greens, Wild Rice, Bell Peppers, Sesame Vinaigrette” to “Mixed Greens, Quinoa, Apples, Goat Cheese, Golden Raisins, Candied Walnuts, Apple Cider Vinaigrette” and price changed from $20 to $22 Multigrain Salad with Steak description changed from “Mixed Greens, Wild Rice, Bell Peppers, Sesame Vinaigrette” to “Mixed Greens, Quinoa, Apples, Goat Cheese, Golden Raisins, Candied Walnuts, Apple Cider Vinaigrette” and price changed from $20 to $22 ADDED: Half-Rack of Barbecue Ribs — House-smoked Barbecue Ribs, French Fries, Coleslaw (Full Rack of Barbecue Ribs Available +$20) for $29 ADDED: Rib-eye Steak Sandwich — with Caramelized Onions, Provolone, Garlic Aïoli, Au Jus on Sourdough Roll for $22 Desserts Campfire Mousse changed from $7.50 to $8 REMOVED: Fruit Plate ADDED: Coffee and Doughnuts Crème Brûlée for $10 Geyser Point Bar & Grill Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Sanaa Kuamsha Breakfast Entrées REMOVED: Scramble Hash, Boere Breakfast, Yogurt and Granola Bowl, and Banana Brûlée French Toast Avocado Toast description changed from “Multigrain Toast with Smashed Avocado, Pickled Watermelon Radish, Mixed Greens Kachumbari Salad, and Poached Eggs” to “Toasted Artisan Bread with Smashed Avocado, Smoked Pastrami Salmon, Tomato Chutney, Pumpkin Suya, and Two Poached Eggs” and price changed from $10.79 to $11.79 ADDED: Bounty Platter — Cage-free Scrambled Eggs with Spice Route Home Fries, Sausage, Bacon, and a Cinnamon Mielie Cake for $13.49 ADDED: Short Rib Hash — Spice Route Home Fries with Roasted Peppers and Onions, Avocado Crema, and Braised Short Rib for $13.99 ADDED: Banana Bread French Toast — Banana-Caramel, Raspberry Sauce, Chantilly Cream, and Toasted Pecans for $11.29 ADDED: Breakfast Power Bowl — Ancient Grains, Mixed Greens, Sweet Market Berries, Vegan Acai Yogurt, and Caramelized Pumpkin Seeds (Plant-based) for $9.29 Sanaa Jiko Appetizers Jiko Salad description changed from “Lolla Rosa, Baobab Vinaigrette, Braai’d Pears, Orange, Spiced Pumpkin Seeds” to “Lolla Rosa, Cardamom-pickled Watermelon, Baobab Vinaigrette” Desserts REMOVED: Chai-spiced Ice Cream, No Sugar Added Jiko Maji Pool Bar Entrees Gourmet Grilled Cheese description changed from “Pear Chutney, Goat Cheese, Cheddar, Smoked Gouda, Bresaola, and Pickled Onion on Multigrain Bread served with Seasoned Chips” to “Goat Cheese Piquant Spread, Bacon, Tamarind Onion Jam, and Fresh Tomatoes on Buttered Sourdough Break served with Seasoned Chips “ Grain Bowl description changed from “Mixed Greens, Quinoa, Chickpeas, Pickled Apricots, Tomatoes, and Roasted Sweet Potato with an Apricot-Ginger Vinaigrette (Plant-based)” to “Ancient Grains Salad with Mixed Greens, Marinated Chickpeas, Roasted Peppers, and Fresh Vegetables with a Curry Dressing” Gourmet Grilled Cheese Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Narcoossee’s Entrees Milk-brined Pork Chop description changed from “Pea Purée, Creamed Leeks, Brown Butter Potatoes, Crispy Guanciale, Pickled Mustard Seeds, Tomato Butter” to “Pea Purée, Creamed Leeks, Brown Butter Potatoes, Crispy Guanciale, Pickled Mustard Seeds, Charred Tomato Pork Jus” Narcoossees Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — Riverside Boatwright’s Dining Hall Entrees ADDED: Pan-seared Halibut — with Crispy Furikake Rice Cake, Miso Beurre Blanc, and a Pickled Vegetable Garnish for $35 Boatwright’s Dining Hall Disney’s Pop Century Resort Everything Pop Entrees ADDED: Chicken Adobo Nachos — Corn Tortilla Chips with Grilled Chicken Adobo, Roasted Corn Pico, Zesty Cheese Sauce, and Cilantro-Lime Crema for $12.99 Burgers and Chicken REMOVED: Grilled Chicken Sandwich ADDED: Caprese Chicken Sandwich — Balsamic-marinated Grilled Chicken, Arugula, Basil Aïoli, and Sun-dried Tomato on a Toasted Brioche Bun for $13.19 Desserts ADDED: Chocolate Marshmallow Cake — Chocolate Cake with Marshmallow Buttercream and Ganache for $6.29 ADDED: Mickey Lemon Cookie — No Sugar Added Lemon Cookie for $4.59 Everything POP! Disney Springs The Daily Poutine Entrees ADDED: Burnt Ends BBQ Poutine — with Burnt Ends, Sweet BBQ Sauce, and Coleslaw for $10.49 Daily Poutine The BOATHOUSE Libations & Rocks REMOVED: Lili’s Steamboat Breeze and Kentucky Mule ADDED: Lili’s Sideboat — Bacardi 8 yr, Triple Sec, simple syrup, lemon juice, sugar rim, orange peel for $17 ADDED: Espresso Martini — Hoodoo Espresso, amaretto for $18 Paddlefish Blizzard Beach Lottawatta Lodge Entrees REMOVED: Blackened Shrimp-Deviled Egg Salad Lottawatta Lodge at Blizzard Beach Warming Hut Entrees REMOVED: Cajun Deviled Egg and Shrimp Salad Warming Hut Typhoon Lagoon Low Tide Lou’s Entrees REMOVED: Barbecue Chicken Wrap ADDED: Barbecue Chicken Wrap with Bacon for $9.79 Beverages DASANI Bottled Water changed from $3.75 to $4 smartwater® changed from $5.75 to $6 Alcoholic Beverages RAMONA Blood Orange Wine Spritz changed from $11 to $11.50 Lowtide Lou’s Disney World menus change ALL the time, so you’ll want to keep an eye on restaurants you’re interested in to see if your favorite dish is still available or not. You can do that on the Disney World website or My Disney Experience app. We’ll also keep you updated on menu changes, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Disney dining changes are a lot to keep up with! We’ve done all the research for you in writing our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! We’ve got details on EVERY dining location at Walt Disney World inside our eBook – and it’s easy to download to your tablet or smartphone to take with you on your next trip. 3 Magic Kingdom Restaurants the Experts Refuse to Book Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Did your favorite restaurant have a menu change this week? Let us know in the comments! The post CONFIRMED: NEW Food Just Arrived at Disney's Pop Century Resort first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Going by the number of annual guests, Disney World’s Magic Kingdom is the most popular theme park on the planet. Welcome to the Magic Kingdom! However, there are some tidbits about the park that Disney wants to keep at the down-low… and we’re not talking about the underground Utilidor tunnels. Pirates of the Caribbean was Initially Left Out Pirates of the Caribbean is arguably the most well-known Disney attraction of all-time thanks to its billion-dollar movie series. However, back when Walt Disney World was being planned, the ride (which had opened at Disneyland in 1967) wasn’t included in the Magic Kingdom. At the time Disney Imagineers believed that since pirates were a large part of Florida lore, locals wouldn’t find them exciting. Pirates of the Caribbean They were wrong. What Imagineers didn’t count on was the fact that millions in Florida (and up and down the east coast) had spent years watching Walt Disney talk about Pirates of the Caribbean on the Disneyland television series, and they wanted to see the ride for themselves. Upon Disney World’s opening, the #1 guest complaint was “Where are the pirates?!” Pirates of the Caribbean Entrance Acting quickly, Disney announced that an East Coast version of the attraction would be built, which opened in 1973. However, there was a slight issue… Disney World’s Pirates Pales in Comparison The version of Pirates of the Caribbean that built at Disney World is significantly shorter than its Disneyland counterpart, lacking several scenes during the early portion of the ride, as well as lacking some animatronics and other effects. Pirates of the Caribbean In addition, the money that was used to build the Magic Kingdom’s Pirates was taken from the proposed budget for the Western River Expedition. This massive E-Ticket attraction was planned to headline Walt Disney World’s second phase, and was the brainchild of legendary Imagineer Marc Davis. In the end, the attraction would never be built. Western River Expedition model. Main Street Tributes On a happier note about legendary Imagineers, many (including the aforementioned Davis) are honored on Main Street U.S.A. If you look up at the second level of park’s entry land, each window bears a name and reference to a legendary Imagineer or other major figure in the history of the Disney company. Window Tributes Center Street Voices Staying on Main Street, there’s a small easter egg for those looking for it. If you’re able to grab a quiet moment on Center Street – – the small side street about halfway down Main Street near the current Starbucks location – – listen closely and you can hear the conversions of the residents living above the small courtyard. Center Street Seven Dwarfs Mine Train was NEVER Meant to be Built Since its 2014 opening, the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train has consistently been one of the Magic Kingdom’s most popular attractions, with some of its highest wait times. Which probably makes it all the more surprising that the ride wasn’t originally planned for the New Fantasyland expansion. Seven Dwarfs Mine Train When concept art for the New Fantasyland project was first released, the area where the coaster currently sits was occupied by several interactive Disney Princess meet and greets (in a similar vein to Enchanted Tales with Belle). Reaction to these plans was negative, with many lamenting the lack of a major new attraction and the emphasis on Princesses. Disney pivoted, replacing the meet & greets with the Mine Train, and the rest is history. Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Next time you head to the Magic Kingdom, keep these tidbits and history in mind! Stay tuned to DFB for more on the secrets of Disney World! 3 Secrets Epic Universe Doesn’t Want You to Know 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 secrets was new to you? Let us know in the comments below. The post 5 Magic Kingdom Secrets Disney Doesn't Want You to Know first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The latest Disney collection at Target is perfect for your summer wardrobe. Target Target recently released a Disney collection that is so fun and sporty. You’ll find several pieces in this collection that will keep you comfy all summer long. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get The Women’s Mickey’s Clubhouse Pullover Crew Neck ©Target This Women’s Mickey’s Clubhouse Pullover Crew Neck Fleece Sweatshirt looks so vintage and adorable. Made with soft fleece, it’s comfy enough for lounging but cute enough for everyday wear. The crew neck and relaxed fit keep it casual. Shop on Target Grab the Matching Women’s Mickey’s Clubhouse Fleece Shorts ©Target These Women’s Mickey’s Clubhouse Fleece Shorts look so comfortable. The fun Minnie Mouse print adds a touch of Disney charm, while the elastic waistband keeps things easy. Shop on Target Check Out the Women Daisy Duck Run Club Hooded Sweatshirt ©Target You will stay cozy in this Women Daisy Duck Run Club Hooded Sweatshirt. Soft, comfy, and perfect for laid-back days. The back of this hoodie has an adorable design with Daisy Duck running. Shop on Target You Need the Daisy Run Club Shorts to Match! ©Target Stay casual with these Women’s Daisy Duck Run Club Fleece Shorts. Made from soft fleece, they’re comfy enough for lounging but cute enough for running errands. You will relax all day in this. Shop on Target Stay Hydrated with the Mickey Track Club Bottle ©Target Stay hydrated with this Mickey Track Club Tumbler with Straw. The sturdy straw and secure lid help prevent spills. Lightweight and easy to carry, it’s a cute and practical pick for everyday use. Shop on Target We Love this Minnie Mouse Sports Club ©Target We love how simple this Women Minnie Mouse Sports Club Pullover Crew Neck Fleece Sweatshirt. Made with soft fleece, it’s comfy enough for lounging but cute enough for everyday wear. The crew neck and relaxed fit keep it casual, while the fun Minnie Mouse head brings a sporty vibe. Shop on Target You Can Grab the Matching Minnie Mouse Sports Club Shorts ©Target Bring playful vibes to your casual look with these Women Minnie Mouse Sports Club Fleece Shorts. Made from soft fleece, they’re comfy enough for lounging but cute enough for running errands. The fun Minnie Mouse bow adds a touch of Disney charm, while the elastic waistband keeps things easy. Shop on Target Take a Look at This Minnie & Daisy Shirt ©Target Show off your sporty side with this Women’s Minnie & Daisy Athletic League Short Sleeve Graphic Shirt. Featuring your favorite duo, this tee is made from soft fabric and has a relaxed fit for all-day comfort. Pair it with jeans, shorts, or leggings for an easy, casual look that works for the Disney parks or at home. Shop on Target Get Cozy With These Minnie Mouse Slippers ©Target You will stay cozy and comfortable with these Women’s Minnie Mouse Pink Fluffy Slippers. These are soft and warm. These light pink slippers feature Minnie Mouse details that add a fun Disney touch to your lounge time. Shop on Target This Adorable Minnie Mouse Cosmetic Bag is Available ©Target You can keep your essentials organized with the Clear Minnie Mouse Cosmetic Bag with Zipper. This travel-friendly bag features a colorful Minnie Mouse design and a secure zipper closure, making it perfect for storing makeup, toiletries, or small accessories. Shop on Target 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 A New Disney Collection Just Launched at Target first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s almost time…a huge celebration will be starting soon! ©Disney Yep, Disneyland is celebrating its 70th birthday and there’s going to be a massive party that starts on May 16th and ends in summer 2026. In honor of that big anniversary, Disney is breaking out some new ride additions, a Walt Disney animatronic (no, REALLY), and bringing back one of its most popular parades, Paint The Night. However, Paint the Night is getting some upgrades, and Disney just shared a look at one of them. Disney shared a new look at Tinker Bell in the parade, and it looks like Tink got a bit of a glow-up with a new light-up outfit. For comparison, here’s what Tink looked like in 2016 when Paint The Night was being performed for Disneyland’s 60th anniversary. Tinker Bell in 2016 Here’s what Tink will look like when Paint The Night returns in 2025. As you can see, she got an all-new light-up outfit that’s a lot more streamlined. It has been many years since the parade was last performed, so it would make sense that Disney gives it a bit of an update — technology has changed a lot in a decade! ©Disney Disney also recently revealed that the Frozen float will be returning to the parade. The Incredibles float replaced the Frozen float in 2018, but Disney confirmed that Anna and Elsa’s float will come back in 2025 for the first time since the parade’s initial run. ©Disney The parade will also include illuminated floats from other Disney movies, including Monsters, Inc., Cars, Toy Story, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, and more. Characters will include Ariel, Belle, Buzz and Woody, Mike and Sulley, Peter Pan, Rapunzel, and more! ©Disney Paint The Night returns on May 16th, so be sure to check the Disneyland website or app for showtimes. This is one parade you don’t want to miss! Don’t want to go through all of the stress of booking your Disney World trip alone? Reach out to our friends at Small World Vacations! Their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings, compare discounts and figure out which one works best for your travel party, dates, resort, and touring plans. And, they share expert tips and first-hand advice with you about your magical vacation. Stay tuned to DFB for more. 7 Major Changes Coming to Disneyland in June Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe What do you think? Let us know in the comments! The post It’s Official — Disney Reveals First Look at NEW Tinker Bell Parade Float! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s THE MUPPETS! The Muppets This year is the 70th anniversary of The Muppets (and the 70th anniversary of Disneyland, too) and we’ve been loving our last trips to MuppetVision and eating at PizzaRizzo but only true Muppet fans will appreciate this new decoration at Disney World. We’ll keep saying waka waka and moving right along, but we love these new wraps on the Skyliner, and next time we ride, we’ll be crossing our fingers that we get to ride in it. Keep following Disney Food Blog for more Disney news! CONFIRMED: EVERY OPENING DATE ANNOUNCED FOR DISNEY WORLD IN 2025 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you seen this new Skyliner design at Disney World? Tell us if you did in the comments! The post NEWS: Disney World Skyliner Debuts NEW Muppets Addition first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The brand-new, insanely innovative and thrilling Epic Universe park opens on May 22nd, but we have been able to visit the park several times through previews, so we are sharing our top 3 favorite rides! Celestial Park in Epic Universe We have gotten to step through the portals and experience every part of what this new theme park offers to guests. Let’s start off by saying these attractions are unique and fun. The level of technology you’ll find here is impressive, and we can’t wait for this park to fully open soon. Whether you are planning a trip to Epic yourself or you’re interested in learning more about the rides here, we’re breaking down our top favorite rides. 1. Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry In The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic, you’ll find the Battle at the Ministry attraction. The queue for this line itself is huge, and Universal did not miss the mark on the details in it. Plus, you get to travel by Floo powder! You begin inside the Ministry of Magic, where Dolorus Umbridge is on trial for her crimes. This is an original story that you won’t find in the books or films of Harry Potter. Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry You ride in an elevator to the trial, where you’ll go on an adventure with Harry, Hermione, Ron, and a house-elf named Higgledy. Without giving spoilers away, this ride is full of animatronics that are VERY lifelike. You’ll see some familiar faces and nods to the Harry Potter books throughout the ride, making it so fun for fans. The ride really blows us away, and we think it’ll be a favorite amongst visitors. Seats on Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry During previews, this ride is using a Virtual Queue system that has been notoriously hard to grab. Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry has a minimum height requirement of 40″ or 102 cm. We also spotted signage for a Single Rider Line at this attraction. Read Spoilers from Our Ride on the Battle at the Ministry Here! 2. Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment Now, we’re heading over to Dark Universe, where our second favorite attraction lives. This attraction follows Victoria Frankenstein as she sets out to continue the work of her ancestors by controlling all of the monsters. Again, the queue alone for this ride is impressive. There are animatronics in the queue that look so realistic that it will have you excited for what is to come on the ride. Ygor’s demonstration! The number of animatronics throughout the ride blew us away, as well as their design. We had a few jaw-dropping moments throughout the attraction. It’s also not scary like you might think compared to Halloween Horror Nights, but we did get motion sick from it — it was worth it, though. We would argue it’s as scary as Dinosaur at Animal Kingdom. The preshow! The ride vehicle is similar in style to Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey. It was a very fun ride, and if you enjoy the classic monsters, you’ll appreciate this one. Read Spoilers from Monsters Unchained Here! 3. Stardust Racers Stardust Racers is, in our opinion, one of the greatest roller coasters. It is fast, and there are several launches throughout the ride. One of our favorite things about this coaster is racing against the other train and seeing them beside you throughout the ride. One of our reporters, who is not a fan of the way roller coasters make her feel, loved it and said that she did not feel sick with this one. Stardust Racers We hope these help you on your trip to Epic Universe. For more on the latest news from Epic Universe, follow DFB! Drinking Around the UNIVERSE With a NEW List of Epic Universe Must-Haves Read more: DFB's complete guide to Universal’s Epic Universe >> Which ride are you most excited for at Epic Universe? Tell us in the comments below. The post I've Been on Every Ride at Epic Universe, and I'm Sharing My 3 Favorites first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Hey Disney fans, are you ready for some more shopping? ©Amazon We found nine Disney mugs that you NEED to buy on Amazon. From cute to essential, check out the must-have Disney mugs we love! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get this Minnie Mouse Coffee Mug ©Amazon We’re big coffee drinkers, so we’d definitely add this Minnie Mouse Coffee Mug to our morning routine! It’s a covered mug, with Minnie’s ears and bow as the lid. This ceramic mug is a large cup that will fit all the coffee you’ll need to start the day. View on Amazon Or, this Mickey Mouse Coffee Mug ©Amazon You can’t have Minnie without Mickey, so add this Mickey Mouse Coffee Mug to the set! Similar to the Minnie one, the top of Mickey’s head is the lid for this covered mug. This would be an adorable set to have in your kitchen! View on Amazon We love this Jack Skellington Mug ©Amazon What’s this? What’s this? It’s a Jack Skellington Mug! If you’re a fan of the iconic stop-motion film The Nightmare Before Christmas, this mug is a must-have for your collection. This sculpted ceramic mug has a great design to replicate the Pumpkin King. View on Amazon You’ll love this Mickey Mouse Mug ©Amazon There’s something special about this Mickey Mouse Mug! You see, it doesn’t always look like this. This mug featuring everyone’s favorite Disney mouse is a plain black mug. However, when you pour hot liquid into it, red Mickey heads appear all around the mug! How cool is that?! View on Amazon How cute is this Minnie Mouse Eras Mug ©Amazon This Minnie Mouse Eras Mug might be our favorite of the bunch! This adorable souvenir features the iconic Minnie Mouse. What’s special about it is that the mug has a pathway showing the process of her animated transformation over the years. The back of the mug starts with her 1928 design, and travels all the way to the front with her latest drawn style. View on Amazon We have another Mickey Mug for you ©Amazon Take a look at these Mickey Mouse Mugs! These mugs come in a two-pack of enamel camper mugs, and we’ll give you those “good times” outside. These look like they’d be great for a camping trip or a picnic. View on Amazon And, another Mickey Mug ©Amazon We got another Mickey mug for you, but this is a Tropical Mickey Mug! It’s covered in colors and summer props. It looks like Mickey is having a blast! View on Amazon Get the matching Minnie Mug ©Amazon Continue the set with this Minnie Tropical Mug! Minnie Mouse is killing it with her old-fashioned look. We love the iconic red hat and flower, with the blue polka-dot dress. View on Amazon And finally, this Tropical Goofy Mug ©Amazon Finish off the tropical set with this Tropical Goofy Mug! You can have the set of three ceramic Tropical Disney mugs for a great price! With summer around the corner, this might be the set you’ll want to roll with. 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 9 New Disney Mugs Have Been Released On Amazon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve all been there, dreaming about something that we can’t afford. Convincing yourself, “Hey, maybe one day it’ll be mine,” but deep down, knowing the truth. That’s how we feel about this real-life Disney castle! ©MyHome So, castles are real things in some places in the world (you know, the kind you can LIVE in, unlike the Cinderella Castle in Disney World), and this one is literally up for sale in Ireland! This isn’t any old castle; no, it’s much more than that. It was purchased by Roy E. Disney, vice-chairman of the Walt Disney Company, oh, just the nephew of the Walt Disney. Wait, so does that make this an ACTUAL Disney castle?! This is Coolmain Castle! It is located in County Cork, Ireland, and is truly a breathtaking home. It has a whopping nine bedrooms and six bathrooms. The estate comes fully furnished, making it a nice and easy process for us to move in (we’re totally not still delusional that it can be ours). ©MyHome The history behind this home is very rich! The Coolmain Castle has been called home by the Disney family for the past 35 years. Yes, literally called by THE Disney family! It started when Roy E. Disney purchased the castle in 1989, “and comprehensively restored and updated, and meticulously maintained ever since.” Imagine having this place to call home and saying, “Oh yeah, the Disney family used to own this place.” Talk about a flex! ©MyHome The estate is in a beautiful location that overlooks the sea, and comes with about 56 acres of land. So you could really have a Disney princess moment here — just walk out to the sea, look at your reflection, and sing “I want adventure in the great wide somewhere”…too much dreaming? Alright, back to the castle! The “gardens and grounds are glorious,” according to the MyHome real estate listing. Yeah, we can see that is very much the case! ©MyHome It also has a tree-lined avenue, so venturing up to the castle is even more stunning. There’s a stone arch that leads to an inner courtyard. The stunning stone walls give the whole place the perfect vibe and aesthetic. ©MyHome Ok time for the big question, how much does this beauty cost? It’s actually not that bad, not bad at all — it’s only €7.5 million (if you could hear us, you would hear the pain in our voice). Hey, we can dream right? After all, it is a Disney castle! ©MyHome Now we all have something that we can sit and dream about living in. It’s quite crazy how gorgeous this place is! We’re always on the lookout for all things Disney, so make sure to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! This Golden Oak Home in Disney World Just Sold for Over $8,000,000 (!!!) 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 your thoughts on the castle? Let us know in the comments! The post We Can’t Be the Only Ones Who Want To Buy This REAL-LIFE Disney Castle first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Some big changes are coming to the Disney World hotels! Port Orleans French Quarter In the past few years, we’ve seen quite a few updates to the Disney World hotels. We’ve seen room refurbishments, lobby updates, restaurant overhauls, and general touch-ups. But Disney doesn’t seem to be stopping the adjustments anytime soon — these are the hotel updates coming up in the future! Scheduled Character Appearances The first change is one that’s already in progress at some locations, and you can likely expect it at your hotel when you come on vacation — scheduled character appearances! For the past few years, Disney characters have been visiting various hotels on a seemingly random basis. But now, Disney is sharing the schedule. Daisy at Riviera Resort In February 2025, we started spotting signs in hotel lobbies with dates and times for when guests can expect to see characters visiting. This is a great guide so you can make your plans for a resort day! When you stay in a Disney Resort next time, be sure to look out for the sign or ask at the front desk. Click Here to Learn More About Scheduled Characters! Luggage Assistance A new perk has recently begun testing at the Disney World Value Resorts — luggage transfers with Southwest Airlines. For those flying home from Disney World with Southwest and staying at the All-Stars, Pop Century, or Art of Animation, you can visit luggage services at your hotel to drop off your bags…and then pick them up at baggage claim when you get home! Luggage Assistance There are signs in the lobbies of these resorts with details, or you can visit the luggage services desk to get more information. The time of your flight will determine when your luggage needs to be dropped off at the desk, but they’ll make sure it gets to the airport and on your flight! And did we mention? This is completely FREE. Click Here to Learn More About This Perk! Moderate Resort Room Changes For 2026 hotel bookings, Disney World made a significant change to the Moderate Resort room categories. Going forward, the main room categories will be Standard Room, Preferred Room, or a room with a king bed. Some Disney Moderate Resorts will continue to offer specialty categories, like the Royal Guest Rooms at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort—Riverside. Caribbean Beach Resort This change applies to Caribbean Beach Resort, Coronado Springs Resort, and the Port Orleans Resorts. It’s hopefully going to help streamline that booking process and make things easier to understand. Click Here to Learn More About the Change! Fort Wilderness Campsite Changes If you’re a fan of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, there’s a big change you need to know about for 2026. Starting next year, the maximum occupancy for campsites at this resort will be 8 people. Currently, that number sits at 10. Welcome to Fort Wilderness This decrease in the number of guests on each site applies to Premium Campsites, Premium Meadow Campsites, Full Hook-Up Campsites, Tent or Pop-Up Campsites, and Preferred Campsites. The only other accommodation type at Fort Wilderness is the cabins, which can accommodate 6 people each. Get More Details About the Fort Wilderness Change Here! Grand Floridian Lobby Refurbishment The last big update we need to make you aware of is the lobby refurbishment happening at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. During this construction project, the lobby will be getting a refresh, along with the staircase and the front desk. Also, Disney will be adding a new lobby bar. ©Disney Concept art for the project has been shared, and the construction has already begun. Because of this project, there will be no Grand Floridian gingerbread house display in 2025. Learn More About the Grand Flo Project Here! So looks like resort stays will be fairly different going forward! If you want to know more about the best hotels for first-timers, make sure to watch our video below. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney World news and updates! The Best Disney World Hotels for 2025 — Click Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your Disney World hotel of choice? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney World Confirms 5 NEW Hotel Changes first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Every week, we report the average Disney World wait times in every park so that you can be prepared for your next trip to Orlando! Magic Kingdom With summer coming sooner than you might realize, knowing what the weekly average wait times are for those popular rides can make or break your upcoming trip. If you’re heading to the parks soon, we’ve got all the info you need to know! This week, wait times jumped up a bit after last week’s downturn, with Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind leading the way. Let’s dive in! Take a look at this week’s average wait times for proof! This is everything you need to know about the average wait times in Disney World over the past seven days. Magic Kingdom Wait Times TRON TRON Lightcycle / Run — 73 minutes Seven Dwarfs Mine Train — 54 minutes Tiana’s Bayou Adventure — 51 minutes Peter Pan’s Flight — 43 minutes Space Mountain — 41 minutes Jungle Cruise — 35 minutes Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh — 33 minutes Haunted Mansion — 29 minutes Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin — 22 minutes Enchanted Tales with Belle — 21 minutes Pirates of the Caribbean — 19 minutes Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini — 16 minutes Barnstormer “it’s a small world” — 17 minutes Dumbo the Flying Elephant — 15 minutes Tomorrowland Speedway — 15 minutes Magic Carpets of Aladdin — 14 minutes Mickey’s PhilharMagic — 12 minutes Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover — 11 minutes Mad Tea Party — 9 minutes Tiki Tiki Tiki Room Enchanted Tiki Room — 9 minutes Country Bear Jamboree – – 8 minutes Prince Charming Regal Carrousel –7 minutes Carousel of Progress Liberty Square Riverboat — 6 minutes Tom Sawyer Island — 6 minutes Carousel of Progress — 5 minutes 3 Magic Kingdom Restaurants the Experts Refuse to Book EPCOT Wait Times Cosmic Rewind Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind — 80 minutes Frozen Ever After — 53 minutes Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure — 52 minutes Soarin’ — 35 minutes The Seas with Nemo and Friends — 16 minutes EPCOT Mission: SPACE — 16 minutes Turtle Talk with Crush — 15 minutes Living with the Land — 14 minutes Spaceship Earth — 13 minutes Gran Fiesta Tour — 12 minutes Journey into Imagination — 9 minutes Test Track is closed for refurbishment. Awesome Planet, American Adventure, Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival, Impressions de France, and Reflections of China had no wait times this week. This Is One of the BEST Things To Do in EPCOT and You Can’t Change My Mind Animal Kingdom Wait Times Line for Flight of Passage in Pandora Avatar Flight of Passage — 73 minutes Na’vi River Journey — 34 minutes Dinosaur in Animal Kingdom Kali River Rapids — 34 minutes Kilimanjaro Safaris — 33 minutes Expedition Everest — 32 minutes Dinosaur — 21 minutes The Boneyard had no wait times this week. These Disney Adult Animal Kingdom Hacks Are Getting Out of Control Hollywood Studios Wait Times Tower of Terror Slinky Dog Dash — 64 minutes Rise of the Resistance — 59 minutes Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster — 57 minutes Tower of Terror — 47 minutes Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway — 44 minutes Runaway Railway Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run — 41 minutes Toy Story Mania — 40 minutes Alien Swirling Saucers — 26 minutes Muppet*Vision 3D — 10 minutes Star Tours — 10 minutes Walt Disney Presents had no wait times this week. So, Are We Just Going to Ignore the Hollywood Studios Ride Elephant in the Room?? Stay tuned to DFB for more updates from Disney World! Don’t want to go through all of the stress of booking your Disney World trip alone? Reach out to our friends at Small World Vacations! Their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings, compare discounts, and figure out which one works best for your travel party, dates, resort, and touring plans. And, they share expert tips and first-hand advice with you about your magical vacation. ‘Menu Sleuths’ Are Taking Over Disney World Restaurants 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 long would you wait for your favorite ride? Let us know in the comments below! The post NEWS! Disney World Shares a New Attraction Wait Times Update first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you planning a trip to Disney World? It’s always nice when airlines offer nonstop flights to Orlando; it makes your Disney vacation just a little bit easier! ©Tad Denson | Breeze Airways You don’t have to worry about missing your connection or running across the airport so that you make it in time! Then there’s the bag factor, that fear that your bag might get lost or left behind. Well, we have great news: the Orlando Airport just added a new nonstop route that you need to hear about! Don’t want to go through all of the stress of booking your Disney World trip alone? Reach out to our friends at Small World Vacations! Their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings, compare discounts and figure out which one works best for your travel party, dates, resort, and touring plans. And, they share expert tips and first-hand advice with you about your magical vacation. Orlando Airport just announced a new nonstop route connecting the Orlando Airport to Salisbury-Ocean City: Wicomico Regional Airport in Maryland. Starting on October 1st, this route will be available two times a week via Breeze Airways. @MCO via X When looking at their website, it looks like flights will range from $59 to $135 in each direction. The pricing will depend on what type of seating you book — including No Flex Fare, Nice, Nicer, or Nicest. The price will also change depending on the time of year you want to fly, and the demand for flights! ©Breeze Airways Breeze Airways has come in clutch a few times with the non-stop flights. They’re a great budget airline option with some nice perks and offers. ©Breeze Airways If you want to do some planning before your flight (or even on the plane!), check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining. We’ve compiled all of our BEST tips and tricks from years of Disney World travel into one eBook that you can download to your tablet or smartphone and take with you! DFB Guides Here at DFB, we love making sure to keep you update on all flight changes and information. Anything to help make your Disney vacation a little bit easier! Make sure to follow us at the Disney Food Blog for more of the latest news and updates. The Most Popular Ride in EPCOT You Should SKIP (and What You Should Ride Instead) 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 flown Breeze Airways before? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: A Popular Budget Airline Just Announced a NEW Direct Flight to the Orlando Airport first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Calling all coffee addicts and Starbucks fanatics! Starbucks in Disney Springs If you’re a fan of Starbucks AND Disney, then you’ll be happy to know that there are Starbucks locations around Disney World. Not only that, but Disney World also sells exclusive Starbucks tumblers for you to take home as a souvenir! But if you can’t make it to the parks, we found some awesome designs online for you to shop from home. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get the Cheapest Disney World Starbucks Tumbler! ©Disney Right now, you can get this Tinker Bell-inspired Disney Starbucks Tumbler online for just $29.99! The mint green is accented with gold sparkly pixie dust for a little extra magic, and this version has the Disney World logo on the side. Shop through the Disney Store here! There’s a Disneyland Version Too! ©Disney But what about the West Coast fans? Well, good news — there’s a Tinker Bell-inspired Disneyland Starbucks Tumbler as well. And it’s the same price! It holds 24 ounces and is perfect for those chilled beverages during the hot summer days. Check it out on the Disney Store! 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 The CHEAPEST Disney x Starbucks Tumblers You Can Get Online Right Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney Springs is home to so many fun and unique places to eat! Over the years, we’ve tried many different snacks, meals, treats, and drinks, but we keep coming back for more! Disney Springs Recently, a popular restaurant at Disney Springs took to Instagram to make a big announcement. Only, they weren’t straightforward with it — they made the announcement using a secret code! Sneaky, eh? Alright, let’s break down the Instagram post because The Polite Pig has something they are hiding from us. The post stated that the world needs to GET READY — because The Polite Experience is HERE! It also said that it’s going to “change everything you thought you knew about connection, creativity, and culture.” Oooh — mysterious! The Polite Pig The post builds even more anticipation, calling this not just an event but a movement! It will be a “celebration of authenticity, elegance, and next-level vibes,” coming together to create an unforgettable experience. They also said, “whether you’re coming for the energy, the community, or the surprises—we promise, you’re in for something extraordinary.” Okay, now we’re really excited! Outside the Polite Pig The Polite Pig is dropping a list of brand-new delightful dishes and cocktails is very soon, and they let us know that we are NOT going to want to miss what’s showing up for The Polite Experience! They mentioned there will be big names, big energy, big things to come. A whole lotta BIG! What’s going to be happening here? That was everything they put in the caption; now, let’s focus on the post itself! It looks like the mystery games have already begun with this restaurant, because they posted a code that you need to crack on the Instagram post. Apparently, something delightfully “polite” is coming, and the post challenges the clever ones out there to figure out what it is. The code reads: 10 / 21 / 14 / 5 – C – T – Y @thepolitepig via Instagram They also dropped a decoder for us to use to crack the code! @thepolitepig via Instagram If you want to solve it, give it a try! We did crack the code so you wouldn’t have to, so keep scrolling to find out what the secret message is. SPOILERS AHEAD! Disney Springs JUNE 3 20 25 — June 3rd, 2025 is what the code says. It’s not a new menu item, or an event, but a date! So it looks like we’re going to have to be ready for June 3rd. That’s less than a month away! Located in such a convenient area of Disney Springs! Ok, now we’re REALLY excited! We’re going to keep an eye out for some more codes and information that the Polite Pig drops. What is it that they’re hiding? To stay up to date on this mission-impossible code-breaking journey, stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog! People Have Been Making This Mistake in Disney World for Literally YEARS — Don’t Be Fooled 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 best guess for what this could be? Let us know in the comments! The post A Popular Disney Restaurant Just Dropped a SECRET Message in Its NEW Announcement first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We have been to Epic Universe a few times now, and we have spent a lot of time riding rides, just living in the atmosphere of all five themed lands in Universal Orlando’s new theme park, and living our best lives. Isle of Berk Now, we’re going to warn you now that one of our favorite lands is How To Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk (where we met TOOTHLESS, y’all!), but more importantly, one of our favorite snacks lives in this land (it’s the Goldfish Mac and Cheese cone and y’all gotta try it out). Now, we’re trying even MORE new food in that land, so come with us as we review Spit Fyre Grill. Atmosphere You’ll find Spit Fyre Grill in Isle of Berk near the Fyre Drill ride in a “bustling trader’s market” where you can munch on Viking fare. This quick service spot even has dragon wings on top to represent the unseen dragon fry cook that works here. Spit Fyre Grill You’ll order from one of many walk-up windows or via Mobile Order. Menu The menu here includes various bowls, as well as beverages, including ICEE. A selection of beer, wine, and mead are also available. Note that you can also get the Mac and Cheese cones here via Mobile Order. Eats First up, we grabbed the Valka’s Vegan Bowl, made with Kale spring mix blend, bean salad, pineapple salsa, candy beets, vegan feta, mango, and mint vinaigrette for $15.99. Okay, warning — this bowl is surprisingly spicy. It’s a basic salad bowl with some vegan feta that tastes pretty much like the real thing. Valka’s Vegan Bowl But, yeah, how does this combination end up being so spicy? We have no idea, but we will warn you if you’re used to general theme park spicy. We loved it, of course, but if you’re sensitive to that kind of heat, stay away. It hits the tongue hard, and you might want some milk to chase it down. It might seem light and refreshing, but it’s bringing some FYRE. SPICY Next up, we ordered Hiccup’s Salmon Bowl for $18.99, made with ancient grains, grilled citrus salmon, jicama slaw, blistered cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and avocado crema. This bowl was a hit for us, too. The salmon was well-cooked, and the size was perfect. The slaw with the tomatoes and feta cheese just works well with it, too, for a flavorful combination. Hiccup’s Salmon Bowl Honestly, we didn’t expect a bowl like this with such high-quality options in a theme park. It’s also a great choice if you want something a little healthier, but filling. Better than it had any right to be So, yeah, these bowls kinda rock. Nosh or Not Sail on over to Spit Fyre Grill if… You want healthier options. These bowls offer a great meal option with healthier ingredients compared to a lot of other theme park fare. You like really spicy food. The vegan bowl set our tastebuds on fire — in a good way. If you like that, you have to try it. You want a quick meal. This is a quick-service restaurant that also has Mobile Order, so you’ll get your food fast. You should skip the Spit Fyre Grill spot if… You have picky eaters in your group. The higher-end ingredients and elevated bowls here might be a bit too much for pickier eaters, although you can always grab one of the Mac and Cheese cones if all else fails. You want a table service dining experience. This is basically a hut with walk-up windows, so you won’t get a sit-down restaurant dining experience here. You want a heavily themed experience. Although the theming is on-point, this isn’t an immersive restaurant like you might find in Dark Universe. Overall Overall, we’d head to Spit Fyre Grill again for both of these bowls because we liked that this was well elevated from what you might expect as theme park food. The ingredients are fresh and the bowls are well-thought out. This is also a great option if you want something a little healthier than a burger and fries. In the meantime, we’ll be on the lookout for more restaurant updates from Disney World and beyond. Make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more! REVIEW: We Tried Yoshi’s Snack Stand at Universal’s Epic Universe Read more: DFB's complete guide to Universal’s Epic Universe >> Have you been to Epic Universe yet? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: We Tried the NEW Spit Fyre Grill at How to Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk in Epic Universe! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You don’t need to do every ride in EPCOT. EPCOT The park is absolutely MASSIVE, and you might struggle to do every ride in one day if you’re also trying to enjoy the shows and entertainment, as well as thoroughly explore the countries of the World Showcase. So, when you have to prioritize rides, which do you choose? Well, today we’re here to tell you about one popular ride that you might be able to SKIP. What You Should Skip If you had to skip one of EPCOT’s most popular rides, the one we’d suggest you miss out on is Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. This ride has been pretty popular since it opened back in 2021 for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary, but it’s not everyone’s cup of tea. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure First of all, this ride can cause motion sickness for those who struggle with 3-D or 4-D motion, or those who struggle with rides that are screen-based. It’s a combination of sets and screens, and you have to wear 3-D glasses to get the full effect. Combine that with the unique motion of the trackless ride vehicle, and we’ve known quite a few people who got off this ride feeling queasy. Ride Vehicle You may also want to skip this ride for the sake of its wait time. It gets incredibly long waits (especially first thing in the morning!), and those wait times aren’t always accurate. Personally, I’ve waited in this queue on three separate occasions when my actual wait time was MUCH longer than the posted one when I got in line. And trust me — this queue is definitely not exciting enough to stand in for 2.5 hours. The ride also tends to break down frequently, which can delay your entire day. The line for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Finally, you might want to skip out on Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure if you’re more of a thrill-seeker. Compared to some of the other popular rides, it doesn’t have much in the way of thrill (it doesn’t even have a height requirement, so BABIES are allowed to ride!). What to Ride Instead Instead of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, we encourage you to prioritize Frozen Ever After or Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. Those are the other two rides that fall into the “top 3 most popular” category, and they tend to be more of a “can’t-miss” for a broader scope of people. Frozen Ever After Frozen Ever After appeals strongly to families with Frozen fans or to those who love a classic Disney boat ride. It also has juuust enough thrill for your kiddos — that drop down the hill at the end can be a lot of fun! We would choose it over Remy’s because its queue is more interesting, and its wait time also tends to run LOWER than the posted time. Frozen Ever After On the other hand, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is often proclaimed to be the best ride in EPCOT, and even the best ride in Disney World. It’s the only roller coaster in the park and the only roller coaster in Disney World with a backwards launch. Pair that thrill with its awesome randomized soundtrack, and it’s the kind of attraction that many fans believe is worth the wait. Cosmic Rewind Loading Area But in the end, you’ll just need to choose the EPCOT rides that fit your personal preferences the best! To get the BEST strategy for your EPCOT visit, make sure to check out our video below. Stay tuned to DFB for more tips and tricks on how to navigate Disney World. Click Here to See the One Ride You Should Never Rope Drop in 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 What’s your go-to ride in EPCOT? Tell us in the comments! The post The Most Popular Ride in EPCOT You Should SKIP (and What You Should Ride Instead) first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Is it just us, or does choosing what you’re going to wear during your Disney World trip feel like one of the most crucial decisions you’ll ever make?! Magic Kingdom We think we’re about to make that decision easier because we just found the perfect Disney sweater —especially for you patriotic Disney fans. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. You need to see this Minnie Mouse Sweater ©Disney Store Look how cute this Minnie Mouse Icon Americana Sweater is! The sweater is designed for all the ladies out there looking to switch up their Disney look. It’s a classic and fresh look, while adding some of that Disney magic to the design! ©Disney Store Instead of the stars and stripes, the sweater’s got Minnie Mouse heads and stripes. Look at the cute little Minnies with the red bows! She’s always been a Disney star, but now she’s literally a STAR. The Minnie Spangled Banner is embroidered neatly on the sweater… ©Disney Store …as well as Minnie Mouse’s signature! Of course, she had to leave her mark on the sweater, officially making it hers. The signature is finely knit into the red strip of the American flag! This might be one of our favorite sweaters we’ve seen from Disney. It reminds us of a classic American Ralph Lauren sweater. View at the Disney Store We are entering those hot months at Disney World, but you can rock this fit at home, save it for the cooler days, or just roll with it at the park now — it’s pretty hard to pass up on a look this good, even when it’s hot! 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 Storefront The post EVERYONE Is Going To Be Wearing This NEW Disney Shirt first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Well, the end of an era is happening in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Muppets Courtyard in Hollywood Studios The first of the Muppets Courtyard closure is underway, starting with Mama Melrose’s, followed by Muppet*Vision 3D and PizzeRizzo. By June 8th, the entire area will be permanently closed to make way for a new Monsters, INC. land. Well, Disney recently filed a permit for a store in the area that will soon be demolished. So, yep, it’s really happening, folks. Disney has filed a permit with Orange County, Florida for the “demo, infrastructure prep, and utility modification” for 361 Cypress Drive in Lake Buena Vista, Fl. Yep, demo, as in DEMOLITION. That means something is getting destroyed to make way for something new. ©Orange County, Florida But where exactly is this demolition happening? If you look for that address at Disney World, you’ll see that this is the location associated with the Stage 1 Company Store. ©Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Yep, that’s the store on Grand Avenue known for its Muppets merchandise. It looks like that building may be officially going away as part of the Monsters Inc. construction project. Stage 1 Company Store Now that the permit has been filed, it’s only a matter of time before that building goes buh-bye. We’re guessing that will happen once all of Muppets Courtyard closes in June. Disney seems to be moving pretty fast on this project, but we still don’t have an opening timeline for the new Monsters, INC. land, which will bring a new attraction to Hollywood Studios: Disney’s first suspended roller coaster. ©Disney Don’t worry, Muppets fans — Disney will be re-theming Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster to give it a Muppets upgrade! ©Disney We’ll be keeping an eye out for more changes in Hollywood Studios as it makes way for the new land, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Disney Just Teased MONSTERS INC ICE CREAM And We Need To Discuss 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 What do you think? Will you be sad to see Muppets Courtyard go away? Let us know in the comments! The post CONFIRMED: Disney Files Permit To Destroy Muppets Store in Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney recently made several big announcements, particularly about how its theme parks business is doing, how streaming is faring, and how the company is doing financially. ©Disney However, the biggest shock was when the company revealed it has plans to build a new theme park and resort in Abu Dhabi, UAE. That announcement has already proved a bit controversial, particularly with current Disney fans. So let’s take a look at what our DFB readers think about this new theme park. Disney’s new park in Abu Dhabi will be working with Miral, an Abu Dhabi company that creates destinations and experiences, to construct the new theme park. Miral will be in charge of developing and constructing the resort while Disney leads the creative design and operational oversight. The park will be located on Yas Island, which is home to other theme parks and attractions. ©Disney However, when we asked Disney fans how they felt about this announcement, the responses were mixed, although many were critical, especially about the new resort’s location and the strict laws the UAE is known for. According to Human Rights Watch and Wikipedia, “Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people in the United Arab Emirates face discrimination and legal challenges. Homosexuality is illegal in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and under the federal criminal provisions, consensual same-sex sexual activity is punishable by imprisonment; extra-marital sexual activity between persons of different sexes is also illegal. In both cases, prosecution will only be brought if a husband or male guardian of one of the participants makes a criminal complaint.” Further, Abu Dhabi (and the broader UAE) is also criticized for its laws surrounding women. According to the Human Rights Watch, while women can drive, own property, work, and get an education, some of these actions require approval from a male guardian, like a father or husband. The 2024 Human Freedom Index ranks the United Arab Emirates 119 out of 165 on human freedom regarding the rule of law, safety, movement, religion, relationships, and more. For comparison, the United States is ranked 17th. Still, the United Arab Emirates is largely considered to be progressive for the region. DFB reader @chaotic_imgnxr commented, “why are we clapping for this? its a human rights disaster over there.” ©Miral DFB reader @sameckmann said, “A park I will never see. What a dangerous and irresponsible location choice.” Reader @jdeckar1 commented, “TERRIBLE! Why pick a place where it’s illegal to love who you love. This is a big world, why this place?” ©Disney However, many Disney fans think that the company should have focused its efforts on its other parks, particularly those in the U.S. Reader @geekinoutwithethan said, “I like it better when Disney makes huge improvements to the parks here in the USA.” According to @lavaffaire, “Why add a new park when the parks that exist literally need extra love?” ©Disney Some readers got more specific, particularly thinking about Disney World, including @kylaforge who said, “Universal is crushing Disney Orlando to the point of embarrassment, but sure, let’s not build a 5th park there.” Meanwhile, @gingerlovetc said, “How about we give a little tender loving care to the parks we have here?” ©Disney Many other DFB readers spoke about how they believe this park will cater to the wealthy, and they think that’s why Disney decided to build a park there. DFB Reader @tamham2001 said, “A Disney park for the Uber rich? Color me surprised .” Another reader, @aclowe78 agreed, “This really reinforces the notion that Disney has become a playground for the rich. This park will be the most flagrant example of that.” ©Disney Some folks were excited about the prospect of a new park in Abu Dhabi. One commenter, @disneysmagicalfamily said, “I’ve been to abu dabi and Dubai! So exciting!!!” Another reader, @radfatbikes, commented, “This is so exciting! Disney does so much in the US, it’s so great to see it expanding to other parts of the world so more people can experience the magic.” ©Disney There were also several comments that hoped the theme park would have a Jasmine-inspired castle or an Aladdin theme. Aladdin takes place in a fictional place called Agrabah, though the setting is widely believed to be inspired by the Middle East and South Asia. Many Disney fans are having serious discussions about the new park. Want to participate in these discussions? Be sure to follow us on Instagram. We’ll be keeping an eye out for more updates, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Everything Announced (So Far) for Disney’s New Abu Dhabi Theme Park 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 The post “Disney Has Become a Playground for the Rich.” Fans Have Thoughts About Disney’s Big Announcement first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Your Disney World vacation can be fun, but you might also run into a few obstacles on your trip! This one complicated rule at Disney World restaurants might just catch you off guard. Be Our Guest Restaurant There are several great restaurants at Disney World — trust us, it’s our job to talk about them! It’s even better when you can get those delicious meals at a discounted rate, am I right? However, this one discount at restaurants has become overly complicated, and it might impact your vacation. Walt Disney World Annual Passholders enjoy the benefits of Disney World dining discounts at several restaurants around the Resort. The discount is usually 10% off food and nonalcoholic beverages. However, there are some exceptions to this rule, making it a little more complicated for Annual Passholders. Disney World Annual Pass Not every dining location at Disney World is eligible for the discount. Quick Service restaurants do not take the discount. But that’s not all, many of the lounges around Disney World do not accept the discount either. For example, Geyser Point Bar & Grill at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort and Tambu Lounge at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort do not accept the discounts. Full spread at Geyser Point Some locations will accept the discount, but only at specific times of the day. Chefs de France will only accept the discount before 3PM. Then restaurants like Via Napoli will not apply the discount on New Year’s Day, Easter, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve. Via Napoli in EPCOT’s Italy pavilion With so many rules and specific details for each restaurant, it can make using your discount complicated. We wish Disney would simplify the rule for the discount so that it is more uniform. We also understand that some restaurants are run independently, so they are allowed to be more flexible with how they use the discount. Tambu Lounge Annual Passholders must show a valid form of identification along with the portion of the My Disney Experience app indicating that they are an Annual Passholder to get these discounts. You can see the steps to find that information on the My Disney Experience app here. Disney World Annual Passholder Entrance V.I.Passholder Days are coming BACK from May 14th through July 31st, 2025! BIG perks include: Increased discounts at select restaurants; A new FREE Passholder magnet; An exclusive Passholder Lounge in EPCOT (through July 13th); And a 20% off discount at DisneyStore.com (from June 2nd through July 22nd)! Disney World Annual Pass Be sure to follow DFB for the latest Disney news and tips to help you on your vacation! 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 Disney World restaurant to go to? Tell us in the comments. The post HELP! Why Won't Disney World Fix This Unnecessarily Complicated Restaurant Rule?! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you love Disney’s Soarin’ Around the World, you will need to check out this brand-new ride! Soarin’ Around the World At both EPCOT in Disney World and Disney California Adventure, you can fly over vast landscapes and feel like you are gliding high above the world. It was once a ride so unique, but now there is a new ride in Orlando that will be parallel to it! Expedition Odyssey is a brand-new ride at SeaWorld Orlando! Expedition Odyssey brings “unparalleled ride technology, breathtaking real-world footage, and up-close encounters with Arctic wildlife” in what they say is the “most immersive Arctic experience ever created”! You can see from the promo below that the ride vehicle is similar to Soarin’. ©SeaWorld The attraction will take guests through towering glaciers, vast tundra, and the icy depths of the Arctic Ocean, encountering some wildlife along the way. SeaWorld shares, “this next-generation vehicle delivers an unparalleled range of motion, allowing guests to soar, dive, twist, and glide with the fluidity of ocean currents”. ©SeaWorld Guests do have to be 39″ tall to ride the attraction. The ride officially opened to the public on Friday, May 9th. SeaWorld shared a video of how they obtained the footage for the new ride. For more theme park news, be sure to keep up with DFB! 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 theme parks do you visit when you come to Orlando, Florida? Tell us in the comments! The post A NEW Ride That Rivals Disney's Soarin' Opens Next Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Flying soon and dreading the feeling of being smushed next to a stranger for hours on end? We totally get it and have been there. Airplane interior Thankfully, there are some airlines that offer different seating options, such as Business Class and First Class, to give you more room while you travel, but this perk does come at an additional cost. If you’re planning on flying with Avelo Airlines soon, you won’t want to miss this new announcement — TWO new seating options will be available for purchase later this year! Avelo Airlines just announced that it will introduce two new types of seating on its airplanes starting on September 25th, 2025. Stretch and Stretch+ will be available for additional costs. ©Orlando International Airport The “Stretch” option will give guests a seat with extra legroom, going from 32 inches to over 36 inches. Stretch+ will put travelers in a row where the middle seat is purposefully left empty. That means that instead of three people per row, the two travelers in this row will have more room to spread out and be a little more comfortable. Impressive, right? (Bruce Snyder/Avelo Airlines/WWMT) Those flying with Avelo can book these upgrades online right now for flights on or after September 25th. Avelo markets itself as “America’s most convenient airline,” and while you can select these seats (or a standard seat) in advance, the cost starts at $14. However, parents flying with kids 14 and under can feel comforted that those children will be seated next to an adult in their party at no additional cost. ©Avelo Airlines Looking for more recent travel news? Check out our posts below! More Recent Travel News! “America’s Most Convenient Airline” Announces TWO New Additions Arriving in September!Popular Airline Adds 7 NEW Nonstop Flights at Orlando AirportThe Rules for Flying Have CHANGED — Here’s What You Should (and Shouldn’t) Worry About When It Comes to REAL IDIs It SAFE to Travel to the Caribbean Right Now?This Popular Cruise Line Is Adding a NEW Destination Don’t want to go through all of the stress of booking your Disney World trip alone? Reach out to our friends at Small World Vacations! Their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings, compare discounts and figure out which one works best for your travel party, dates, resort, and touring plans. And, they share expert tips and first-hand advice with you about your magical vacation. Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest travel news to help you plan your trips! The Simple Etiquette You’re Not Following On Airplanes (and You Should Be!) 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 What’s your preferred airline to fly? Tell us in the comments! The post “America’s Most Convenient Airline” Announces TWO New Additions Arriving in September! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Which Disney movie are you OBSESSED with? Rapunzel’s Tower in Magic Kingdom For many fans, it’s Tangled! With a great plot, some hilarious humor, and a heroine with great hair, what’s not to love? And if you’re a die-hard Tangled fanatic, we’ve got the perfect essentials on Amazon for you! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get the Floating Lantern Loungefly! ©Amazon If you’re a classic Loungefly bag kind of person, you can snag the Loungefly Disney Rapunzel Lantern Mini Backpack. It features Rapunzel and Flynn from the film’s iconic lantern scene — how stunning! It also has multiple zipper pockets and side slip pockets for all your theme park essentials. View on Amazon Or Try a More Understated Bag! ©Amazon If you want something that’s less “in your face” Disney, then you can get the Loungefly Disney Rapunzel Mini Backpack. This one is patterned to look like Rapunzel’s dress and has a drawstring closure with a zip pocket on the front. 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 The Essential Every ‘Tangled’ Fan Is Buying From Amazon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney recently revealed some updates during its quarterly earnings call, including how its theme parks and experiences business is doing, how Disney+ streaming is working out, and the company’s general financial situation. ©Disney However, Disney also dropped a massive announcement that surprised a lot of Disney fans — the company revealed it has plans to build a brand new theme park resort in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The company has spoken about that project, as well as its scale, but Disney executives have doubled down on just how ambitious this project is shaping up to be in Abu Dhabi. First, some background. Disney’s Abu Dhabi Resort will be constructed on Yas Island, which is already home to several theme parks and attractions, including Ferrari World, which is home to the world’s fastest roller coaster. The island is also home to Yas Waterworld, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, CLYMB Abu Dhabi, and SeaWorld Abu Dhabi. However, Disney has said its park will be more ambitious than anything else that’s been done there so far. ©Ferrari World In an interview with CNBC, Disney CEO Bob Iger said, “And I will also say this is far more ambitious than anything that’s been built here. And that will be reflected not just in the size and in the quality, but in the sheer scale and in the — I think, diversity and I guess the array of experiences that will be offered. We’re not talking about anything small or anything in a box or this will be a significant theme park that we’re putting here.” ©Disney Chairman of Disney Experience Josh D’Amaro added, “Yeah, it’ll be much larger than anything that’s currently here now. And I think to Bob’s point, and you can see it in some of the renderings that we’ve released, we’re being incredibly ambitious in terms of the architecture, use of indoor and outdoor space. One of the great things about the piece of land that we’ll be building on is it’s right up against the water. And so we’ll be pulling water into this resort. We really haven’t had an opportunity to do that anywhere else in the world. So this will be incredibly different from anything that’s around it.” ©Disney This project is also ambitious in comparison to what Disney has done in its other parks. D’Amaro said the new theme park will “take all the great stories that we have and deliver them to consumers and fans in completely new ways, dynamic ways, immersive ways, in ways that will keep them coming back time and time again. And so by virtue of the fact that this is our latest resort, it will be our most technologically advanced.” ©Disney Iger spoke about how the new theme park will look different from other Disney Parks, too. He said, “This will not look like any other theme park that we’ve built. Obviously, it’ll have a lot of our IP and there’ll be a lot about it that is familiar. Certainly Mickey Mouse is going to appear as Mickey appears in places all over the world. But you look at the architecture here and you look around at Abu Dhabi’s planning for the future. This park will be very consistent with that. And that’s exciting to us.” ©Disney The project will be funded by another company; Disney is not contributing any funds towards the new theme park. Disney Imagineers will lead creative design and operational oversight, and the new resort will be fully developed and built by Miral. Miral has developed other attractions in Abu Dhabi, such as SeaWorld Yas Island, Warner Bros. World Yas Island, and more. ©Disney This new park is expected to connect travelers from the Middle East and Africa, India, Asia, Europe, and more. Disney shared that the UAE is located within a four-hour flight of one-third of the world’s population, “making it a significant gateway for tourism.” Disney certainly has big plans for its seventh park, and we’ll be keeping an eye out for more details, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Everything Announced (So Far) for Disney’s New Abu Dhabi Theme Park 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 The post NEWS: Disney Executives Comment on Scale of New Abu Dhabi Resort: “More Ambitious.” first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Mother’s Day is almost here, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom is celebrating the joy and beauty of nature around the park. Take a break from the internet and come with us to look at cute baby animals! Animal Kingdom Animal Kingdom has welcomed some new baby animals recently, and if you haven’t seen them yet, trust us when we say they’re adorable. With so many newcomers in the park, the baby animals had to celebrate their mothers as well! Then there’s Mara, the Masai giraffe mother of Tucker. She’s also not a new mother; Tucker is the third baby she’s cared for. You can find Mara and Tucker out in the savanna, on Kilimanjaro Safaris. It’s one of our favorite attractions at Disney World! Tucker is the cutest! Tucker is said to be a very fast learner, and maybe it’s thanks to his mother. He loves to stick close to his mom. Disney revealed that Mara has been guiding Tucker around the savanna with sweet, gentle nudges, teaching him the giraffe language and how to get around! How CUTE is that?! ©Disney Disney was also delighted to share a Mother’s Day surprise! It was just announced that Juniper, an endangered addax, welcomed an adorable calf named Ginny last month. She has been nursing her newborn over at the Animal Kingdom Lodge! ©Disney That’s not all, though, as Violet also welcomed her newborn calf, Henry! These new additions to the addax family are huge, as the addax is listed as a critically endangered species, according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Violet and Henry can be found wandering the Uzima Savanna. ©Disney We love adorable mother stories and baby animals! It’s so cute to see the newest additions to Animal Kingdom wander around and play. We want to say thank you to all the mothers out there reading this; you are appreciated so much! Don’t want to go through all of the stress of booking your Disney World trip alone? Reach out to our friends at Small World Vacations! Their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings, compare discounts and figure out which one works best for your travel party, dates, resort, and touring plans. And, they share expert tips and first-hand advice with you about your magical vacation. Make sure to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more Disney news and updates! 50 AMAZING Things You Never Knew Were in Disney’s Animal 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 Who’s your favorite baby animal? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney's NEW Animal Kingdom Announcements Are the Best Things We've Seen All Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article