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Disney World food is changing ALL the time, but sometimes it can be tough to swallow (no pun intended). Flame Tree Barbecue Don’t get us wrong — we LOVE when Disney World adds new menu items or seasonal snacks. But sometimes Disney World removes some of our favorite snacks or changes up our favorites in ways that cause us concern. Well, one of our favorite meals in Disney World recently went through a HUGE change, and we’re still trying to decide how we feel about it. One of our ALL-time favorite snacks (okay, well, it’s really a meal) is the Baked Mac and Cheese with Pulled Pork from Flame Tree Barbecue in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. It’s a plate full of baked mac and cheese with delicious barbecue pork topped with onion rings and cole slaw. It’s like all of our favorite things in one dish. What it used to be… Well, something BIG has changed about this item — the onion rings are now GONE! There are no more onion rings on this dish. Instead, Disney has just thrown some fried onions on top. Seriously, though, THAT IS NOT THE SAME THING. No more onion rings Okay, okay, we’re being a bit dramatic, we know, because we loved those onion rings, but the heart of this snack was always the creamy mac and cheese and the barbecued pork, so we’re happy to report those flavors STILL deliver. The crispy onions, along with the cole slaw, also add some nice texture. These basic fried onions (which are NOT onion rings), though, don’t add much flavor. It’s still tasty, though So what we’re saying is, if you loved those onion rings, this could disappoint you. Otherwise, it’s still a solid snack that’s rich and juicy, and yes, it’s still delicious. But it can be tough to deal with when Disney messes with something that did not need messing with, so there’s that. If you want to try this new version of the Mac and Cheese yourself, it’s available now for $12.49. There’s plenty of it and like we said, this is really more meal than snack, so it’s a good value, too. The NEW Mac and Cheese with Pulled Pork WE KNOW – there are SO many great snacks at Disney World! How do you choose (we don’t want to choose but will blow our budget on Day 1 otherwise)? We’ve got you covered! We have reviewed nearly EVERY snack available at Disney World, and we’ve written a series of DFB Guides about them! Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. You can even download them to your smartphone – it’ll be like we’re right there with you in the parks! Stay tuned to DFB for more. How One of The Best Snacks in Disney World Went From Delicious To Depressing 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 change? Sound off in the comments! The post SAD ONION NEWS: Disney World Just Took It A Step Too Far 🧅 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You’ll want to be very careful looking at the sun on April 8th. ©NASA A solar eclipse will be blazing a trail along Earth’s surface, and if you’re in the predicted path, you’ll get to see a very amazing site (with special glasses, of course). But there is one “eclipse” you are going to wanna look at, and it’s happening over in Disney Springs! Over at Everglazed at the West Side of Disney Springs, you can find an Eclipsed by Chocolate Donut. Yep, that’s right, a fancy chocolate donut specially made for this historic event is being offered. It’s a chocolate lovers dream! Everglazed This is no ordinary chocolate donut. It is a “bismark donut that is chocolate glazed and topped with chocolate buttercream, an Oreo cookie, and an outer glow of lunar sprinkles.” Oh don’t worry, it looks as good as it sounds. ©Everglazed Since this specialty donut is only here for the special event, you’ll only be able to find it at Everglazed for a limited time. You can pick it up now until April 8th. The donut shop assures that it’s “out of this world good.” We don’t know about you, but we’re ready to hop over to Disney Springs to get our hands on one. Even after April 8th, Everglazed offers wonderful donuts, so if you don’t make it for the Eclipse donut, be sure to stop by for one of their other options! Be sure to wear those protective glasses if you plan to watch the solar eclipse on April 8th! For more Disney news, keep following DFB. The Definitive List of the BEST Desserts in Disney Springs! 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 get to watch the solar eclipse? Let us know in the comments! The post HURRY! This Limited-Time Eclipse Donut Won't Be in Disney Springs for Long! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Is it time for a trip to Mickey D’s? McDonald’s Yes, we love going to McDonald’s, even when we’re going to Disney World every day. What can we say? Sometimes we just want to check out the latest Happy Meal, or we’re craving those Chicken McNuggets — or even a Krispy Kreme donut. It seems like McDonald’s is adding new menu items all the time, and we’ve got four NEW foods to tell you about. We’ll just warn you now, though, that these new items are only available at McDonald’s locations in Canada. SO NOT FAIR. Especially when you see what you can get. First, there’s a Chicken Cheeseburger and it’s exactly what you think it is: a cheeseburger with seasoned chicken on it. The best of both worlds? Maybe! So you’ve got a crispy chicken patty made with Canadian-raised seasoned chicken and a 100% Canadian beef patty topped with a slice of melted cheddar cheese, a pickle, onions, ketchup, and mustard on a toasted bun. ©McDonald’s You can also now get a Sweet Chili Junior Chicken made with Canadian-raised crispy seasoned chicken, topped with shredded lettuce, sweet chili sauce, and mayo-style sauce, on a toasty bun. Okay, that sounds REALLY good, too. ©McDonald’s This might be a little over the top, but we are HERE for it. It’s the Surf ‘N Turf Burger, made with two 100% Canadian beef patties AND a crispy Filet-O-Fish patty made with 100% Alaska Pollock, topped with two slices of Cheddar cheese, tangy pickles, onions, ketchup, and mustard on a toasty bun. That is SO much, and yet…we WANT IT. ©McDonald’s In addition to these three sandwiches, there’s a new dessert, too, the Apple Pie McFlurry. Y’all, get this — it’s made with pieces of McDonald’s Baked Apple Pie and Vanilla Soft Serve swirled with caramel sauce. We need this to become available EVERYWHERE, McDonald’s, please? ©McDonald’s If you haven’t figured it out yet, the idea is “remix,” so McDonald’s has remixed some of its popular items to create new ones. SO fun. If you happen to live in Canada, head on over to your local McDonald’s and get in on these tasty remixes. Stay tuned to DFB for more. Chicken and Donuts at McDonald’s Was a Mistake I Won’t Make Again 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 these new menu items? Let us know in the comments! The post NEW 'Remixed' Menu Items Are Available at McDonald's... But There's a Catch first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve got some sad news from Downtown Disney in Disneyland Resort — another closure is taking place. Downtown Disney entrance In March, it was announced that Tortilla Jo’s would be closing forever, but then they extended their closure date by a week. However, that week has come to an end, and the restaurant will close permanently on April 8th. Tortilla Jo’s was home to some truly amazing tableside guacamole, so we’re sad to see it go. Tortilla Jo’s at Downtown Disney The restaurant will be available on the Disneyland App for reservations throughout the day, and the walk-up waitlist will also be available. However, after today, the restaurant will officially close. Taqueria at Tortilla Jo’s So why is this delicious Mexican restaurant going away? Well, Downtown Disney will be getting 3 NEW Mexican restaurants called Paseo, Centrico, and Tiendita created by Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán. Paseo We know that all three will be located on the west side of Downtown Disney, and that Tiendita will be a quick service restaurant, Paseo will be a table service restaurant, and Céntrico will be a courtyard bar and restaurant with “high-end Mexican-inspired small plate menu” along with “tequila-based cocktails.” ©Disney So far the opening timeline for Paseo and Céntrico is Spring 2024, but we don’t have a solid opening for Tiendita just yet. We’ll be sure to keep you updated on that timeline, so stay tuned to DFB! Don’t forget, this popular Disneyland ride has CHANGED! 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 Which of these restaurants are you most excited for? Tell us in the comments! The post REMINDER: A Downtown Disney Restaurant is Permanently Closing Tomorrow first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Okay, hold on to your hats, kids, because it’s FINALLY happening. Target Circle Week is here! That’s right! Target Circle Week is officially here. That means Target Circle members can get some HUGE deals on just about everything. We’re talking THOUSANDS of deals. You’ll also get access to a special deal of the day, so you don’t want to miss out. The discounts run through April 13th, so be sure to check it out. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. If you’re not already a Target Circle member, it’s free AND easy to sign up. It’s definitely worth it to get in on these deals that are available in Target stores, online, or in the Target app. Get a $15 Target Gift Card with $50 Ulta Beauty at Target purchase ©Target Need some new skincare products or want to stock up on makeup? If you spend $50 at Ulta Beauty at Target, you can score a $15 Target Card — which you can use to buy even MORE Ulta Beauty products. It’s a win-win! Shop Target Now! Save 30% on T-shirts, Tanks & Shorts for the Family ©Target It’s time to stock up on summer wear because summer is almost here! Need some clothes for the entire family? Grab t-shirts, tanks, and shorts for everyone right now for 30% off. Shop Target Now! Save 30% on Swim for the family ©Target Speaking of summer, whether you’re headed to the pool or the beach, you’re going to need swim gear. Well, now is the time to buy it because you can get swim gear for 30% off for the whole family. Shop Target Now! Save 30% on Select LEGO Sets ©Target Okay LEGO fans, Target has you covered, too. You can get some of your favorite LEGO sets, including Disney sets, Marvel sets, and more. Shop Target Now! Save 20% on Disney princess dolls ©Target Okay, where are our Disney princess fans at? Target is offering 20% off Disney princess dolls, so now is the time to make that princess-lover in your life happy! Shop Target Now! Buy 2 get 1 Free Books, Movies, Games ©Target It’s also time to stock up on books, movies, and games. Target is offering a deal where if you buy 2 books, movies, and games, you can get a free book, movie, or game. Score! Shop Target Now! Get 20% off Select Skincare ©Target Speaking of skincare, some of your favorite brands are officially on sale if you’re a Target Circle Member. We’re talking sunscreens (which we know are VERY important), cleansers, moisturizers, and more. Shop Target Now! Save 30% off Outdoor furniture, accessories & garden ©Target It’s time to get outside and enjoy the spring and summer weather! It’s also time to grab some new outdoor furniture and accessories and get any gardening gear you might need. Right now, you can get ALL of that on sale for 30% off. Shop Target Now! Get $50 Off Target 360 Circle Membership ©Target Do you know about the Target 360 Circle subscription? This membership can get you free same-day delivery and more! You can get a membership right now for just $49 a year. Get A Membership Now! Be sure to head on over to Target and take advantage of these great deals. Also, stay tuned to DFB for more! Visit our Amazon StoreThe post 9 HUGE Discounts Announced for Target Circle Week! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Planning a Disney World trip isn’t always easy! Cinderella Castle You’ve got to figure out when to go, where to stay, what to eat, and worst of all — if there are any unexpected changes you need to worry about. Luckily, we do most of the heavy lifting when it comes to that, which is why we’re reminding you of this Magic Kingdom parade change! As of April 7th, the Festival of Fantasy parade in Magic Kingdom has changed times! The parade, which features Mickey, Minnie, Disney Princesses, and more, was previously offered twice a day — noon and 3PM. Festival of Fantasy But now, this parade is only available once a day at 3PM. So, if you’re hoping to catch this parade, you’ll only have one chance on your park day to do so. Try to make sure you’re in the park and in position along the route to catch all your favorite Disney fantasy characters if you don’t want to miss it! Ariel in the Festival of Fantasy parade Keep in mind that you can book a special viewing area through Genie+ with a Lightning Lane. But, if you don’t want to pay for Genie+, the parade runs from Frontierland all the way down Main Street, U.S.A. Show up early and grab a spot to watch the show! Festival of Fantasy And, don’t forget to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney World updates, news, and more! I Go to Disney World Every Day. Here’s Where I Take a Nap When I Need One Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Do you always watch the parade when you’re in Magic Kingdom? Tell us in the comments. The post Don't Forget About This Magic Kingdom Parade CHANGE! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are some big things happening this summer in Disney World. Monorail at the Contemporary Resort A lot is going on, including a brand new ride opening in Magic Kingdom with another attraction reopening with a brand new show! We’ve also got a long-awaited reopening of a restaurant coming up. This is why we think summer 2024 is going to be busier in Disney World than normal. However, we also think things are going to be different this summer at Disney World hotels, and we’re going to tell you why. Skyliner hotels Normally, everyone seems to love staying at a Skyliner hotel because it’s such a convenient method of transportation, especially if you plan on visiting EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. However, the Skyliner does not go to Animal Kingdom or Magic Kingdom, and it’s the latter that might be the reason folks aren’t booking Skyliner hotels. Skyliner at Caribbean Beach Resort Why? Well, with the opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and the reopening of Country Bear Jamboree happening this summer, we think many Disney World visitors might want to be closer to Magic Kingdom so they can easily rope drop those two attractions. We expect Tiana’s Bayou Adventure to be VERY popular when it opens this summer, so rope drop could be the best way to grab a ride on it, especially if the virtual queue and Individual Lightning Lanes go quickly. That means you may want to reconsider a stay at Pop Century, Art of Animation, Riviera Resort, or the Caribbean Beach Resort. I Was a Disney World Cast Member. Here Are 3 Hotels I’ll NEVER Go Back To Hotels that are too far away from Magic Kingdom For the very same reason, we think Disney World visitors might also choose not to book hotels that are just too far away from Magic Kingdom. Animal Kingdom Lodge may be one of the most beautiful hotels on property, but that bus to and from Magic Kingdom takes FOREVER. Animal Kingdom Lodge is beautiful, but so far away This is also the case with the Disney Springs hotels, like Old Key West and Saratoga Springs. The Amazing, FREE Things You’re Not Taking Advantage of at Disney World Hotels Hotels not on the Monorail Let’s face it, if you want to stay close to Magic Kingdom, your best bet is to book one of the three hotels on Disney’s Monorail. That means if the hotel is NOT the Grand Floridian, Polynesian Village, or Contemporary Resorts, it may get overlooked this summer. Monorail at Grand Floridian Yes, these hotels are pricier, as they are all deluxe resorts, but they’ll put you just a quick Monorail ride away from Magic Kingdom, and that means you can get to rope drop easier and faster to experience those new attractions. 7 Awesome Snacks Are Just a Monorail Ride Away from Magic Kingdom Hotels with only one transportation option Some Disney World hotels only have one transportation option: Disney buses. Although the buses are very reliable, just relying on the buses alone can be frustrating. That’s why resorts with Skyliner and Monorail access are often very popular, and although we think Skyliner hotels won’t be AS popular this summer, we still think they’ll be a good option for those who don’t want to pay the $$$ for a deluxe stay at a Monorail resort. Plus you’ll have both a bus and Skyliner option for getting around Disney World. Disney bus to Magic Kingdom There’s also another option, though. Disney’s Wilderness Lodge has boats that go to Magic Kingdom, offering another way to get to what will probably be Disney World’s most popular park this summer. So some folks might choose to stay there instead. Disney Adults Are FIGHTING Over This Hotel DEBATE We know this summer is going to be different, especially when it comes to the hotels Disney World visitors choose, so we’ll be curious to see what kind of hotel trends we see once summer begins. Tons of Big Changes Are 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 What do you think? Are you visiting Disney World this summer? If so, what hotels are you choosing? Let us know in the comments! The post MAJOR Disney Adults Are SKIPPING 7 Hotels This Summer. Here’s WHY. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s streaming services have undergone some HUGE changes recently. ©Disney For example, you can now stream Hulu on Disney+. Disney has also started warning customers about sharing passwords, promising it had plans to crack down on account sharing soon. Language about account sharing has also appeared in the terms of service for both Disney+ and Hulu. Well, now we know when Disney will start officially canceling accounts it thinks are being shared. In the U.S., Disney began cracking down on password sharing in March 2024. However, during The Walt Disney Company’s recent shareholders meeting, CEO Bob Iger said the process would officially begin in June 2024 in “a few markets,” although he didn’t mention which markets would be the first, but it’s likely it includes the U.S. ©Disney Iger also said the program to limit account sharing will have a larger rollout in September 2024, at which time those who get caught sharing their accounts and passwords could risk having their subscriptions abruptly canceled. This also applies to Hulu and ESPN+, as well as any bundles that current subscribers might have. ©Disney Disney isn’t the first streaming service to limit accounts like this. Netflix started cracking down on account sharing in early 2023. During the company’s Q1 2024 earnings call, Disney revealed that it is working on a paid option for subscribers to add on to their accounts that will allow account sharing outside the household, similar to what Netflix currently does for adding extra members to an account. Stay tuned to DFB for more! Everything Coming to Disney+ in April 2024! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think about this news? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney+ and Hulu Password Sharing Crackdown To Begin SOON first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disneyland fans, we’ve got some amazing news for you! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge April 5th marked the beginning of the Season of the Force! This special Star Wars season runs through June 2nd and celebrates the mega-popular franchise and all of us fans. Over in Disneyland’s Galaxy’s Edge, the celebration is just starting with character meet-and-greets, specialty snacks, and even a new fireworks show that’s just arrived on Batuu (er, Disneyland). The show can be enjoyed from multiple different areas of Galaxy’s Edge including Black Spire Spaceport (where we watched it from), the TIE Echelon docking platform, and the speeder garage. Fire of the Rising Moons It was magnificent getting to see these fireworks from this perspective! There were lighting and projection effects around Galaxy’s Edge that synced with the music and fireworks display as well, rounding out the show beautifully. It was so amazing! Of course, as Star Wars fans, we were extra giddy to see this show. With iconic music that we know and love it’s a great way to celebrate the Season of the Force! Look how awesome it is! During the Season of the Force, you can visit the wandering droids, say hi to your favorite characters, try new limited-time snacks, ride Hyperspace Mountain (Space Mountain with a Star Wars overlay), and experience the all-new Star Tours scenes. Don’t miss out on this annual celebration! We’re always here to bring you the latest Disney news, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB! 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 of this new show? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney Debuts NEW Fireworks Show! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you heading to Disney World or some other exciting destination soon? YAY! Southwest Plane If you are flying there, I thought I’d share a tip. You see, I used to be a flight attendant for a major airline…and I’ve seen some things, especially when it comes to luggage. So, I thought I’d share my tip for your carry on bags! So you probably know this but sometimes checked luggage gets lost…SHOCKER, right?! But that’s not all that could potentially happen to that checked luggage. For instance, it could also end up getting soaked. Amazon Carry-On Luggage I can’t tell you the number of times that the people who load and unload the luggage had to hustle inside due to lightning and the luggage was left out on the runway. These employees have to leave the runway for safety reasons and sadly end up having to leave your luggage to the elements for a bit. So if you don’t have hard-sided luggage, everything you brought with you will end up wet in this situation. Sanford Airport This is why I recommend bringing a spare pair of clothes, a set of PJs, and undergarments in your carry-on. Then if your luggage is lost or if everything you own looks like it has taken a dip in the pool, you will still have something to get you through the following day. I also personally like to bring my tooth brush and any other items like medication in my carry-on just in case! When in comes to carry-on bags, most airlines have similar guidelines for what sizes they allow onboard. But I personally like to bring a bag that is guaranteed to fit under my seat. When that flight gets full and everyone is stuffing the overhead bins with luggage, jackets, purses, and who knows what else, you might end up being the person that is asked to check your carry-on luggage under the plane. It happens all the time! But if you are hoping to have those spare clothes and things with you for just in caseys, then I suggest bringing a carry-on that can fit under the seat in front of you. Southwest Cabin Then there is no need to check that bag and you should be a-OK to bring it and your necessities onboard even if all the overhead bins are full! This is just a piece of my personal experience and how I handle my carry-on when I travel now. Looking for more travel tips? Check out our links below. I Travel Full Time. Here Are the Things I ALWAYS Do When I Get to My Hotel Room. DON’T Use This Viral Airport Hack … Unless You Want Eye Daggers From Everyone on Your Flight 9 Fool-Proof HACKS for Traveling With Kids to Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Do you have any travel questions? Reach out below and we will do our best to get them answered for you! The post Former Flight Attendant Spills Her Single BEST Carry-on Tip first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Wait times have not been letting up at Disney World this week! Fight of Passage Lightning Lane However, it might not be in the way you’re thinking. This week, the average wait times have remained fairly…consistent. Still long, but a lot of wait times only had changed by a few minutes. Of course, we still have some that jumped up a good amount — like a handful of the major E-ticket attractions. We’re still feeling some impacts of those Spring Break and Easter crowds, so we’re not too surprised. Take a look at this week’s average wait times — going from highest to lowest! Magic Kingdom Wait Times We were hoping to see more decreases in wait times, but the Spring Break and Easter crowds have prevailed! This week, wait times were stagnant and differed by only a few minutes for… everything. So, pack your patience, and let’s get to looking at the numbers! Jungle Cruise Seven Dwarfs Mine Train — 90 minutes Peter Pan’s Flight — 70 minutes Space Mountain — 65 minutes Jungle Cruise — 64 minutes Big Thunder Mountain Railroad — 48 minutes Haunted Mansion — 44 minutes Barnstormer Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin — 38 minutes Enchanted Tales with Belle — 38 minutes Astro Orbiter — 36 minutes Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh — 36 minutes Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini — 31 minutes Pirates of the Caribbean — 31 minutes Dumbo the Flying Elephant — 28 minutes Let’s go on a magic carpet ride! “it’s a small world” — 28 minutes Magic Carpets of Aladdin — 25 minutes Tomorrowland Speedway — 25 minutes Mad Tea Party — 18 minutes Mickey’s PhilharMagic — 16 minutes Prince Charming Regal Carrousel — 14 minutes Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover — 14 minutes Tom Sawyer Island Enchanted Tiki Room — 13 minutes Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse — 8 minutes Liberty Square Riverboat — 6 minutes Carousel of Progress — 5 minutes Tom Sawyer Island — 4 minutes Hall of Presidents — 2 minutes Country Bear Jamboree — (This attraction has now closed for refurbishment — read all about the changes here) 20 Upcoming Dates To Avoid Magic Kingdom EPCOT Wait Times Y’all, if the wait times increased by a few minutes at Magic Kingdom, they increased significantly here for the popular rides! Let’s take a look at what this past week was looking like here! Lightning Lane sign at Frozen Ever After Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure — 99 minutes Frozen Ever After — 88 minutes Test Track — 79 minutes Mission: SPACE — 66 minutes Soarin’ — 53 minutes The Seas Spaceship Earth — 25 minutes Turtle Talk with Crush — 18 minutes Journey into Imagination — 17 minutes The Seas with Nemo and Friends — 16 minutes Gran Fiesta Tour — 12 minutes Living with the Land — 10 minutes Gran Fiesta Tour Awesome Planet, 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. CLOSING DATE ANNOUNCED for Test Track Reimagining in EPCOT Animal Kingdom Wait Times Flight of Passage is still holding strong with the triple-digit wait times. To make matters worse, it also INCREASED. Luckily, there are a ton of other fun rides and experiences at Disney’s Animal Kingdom that you can enjoy throughout the day as well! Hello, Shaman! Avatar Flight of Passage — 115 minutes Na’vi River Journey — 66 minutes Kilimanjaro Safaris — 51 minutes Expedition Everest — 45 minutes The Boneyard Dinosaur — 26 minutes It’s Tough to Be a Bug — 11 minutes TriceraTop Spin — 11 minutes The Boneyard — 0 minutes It’s Tough to be a Bug Sign Kali River Rapids is currently closed for refurbishment, however, it is set to reopen in March. The Uncomfortable Truth About Riding Flight of Passage in Disney World Hollywood Studios Wait Times Slinky Dog Dash still holds the spot for the LONGEST wait times at Disney World this week, however now we are also seeing two other rides join it in the triple-digit club. Nooooo! Slinky Dog Dash — 124 minutes Rise of the Resistance — 106 minutes Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run — 101 minutes Toy Story Mania Tower of Terror — 72 minutes Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway — 65 minutes Toy Story Mania — 59 minutes Alien Swirling Saucers — 42 minutes Ready to ride Star Tours? Star Tours — 25 minutes Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy — 13 minutes Walt Disney Presents — 11 minutes Muppet Vision 3D — 10 minutes Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster is currently closed for refurbishment and is set to reopen this summer. I’m Unreasonably Terrified of This Disney World Ride Catastrophe, and I Know I’m Not Alone Stay tuned to DFB for more updates from Disney World! The Planning Tips You Need to Know About Before Your Next Disney World Trip 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! 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Are you ready for the best Halloween Party to ever grace the West Coast? Well, we’re looking forward to this year’s Oogie Boogie Bash in Disney California Adventure and we are SO ready to get more details. Gotta pay a visit to the boogie man! Now, Disney did recently confirm that Oogie Boogie Bash would return this year (like we knew it would). That’s about all we know about this year’s event, but we’ve been to a few of these parties, so we can probably figure out what this year’s event could hold. 2024 Dates and Tickets This year’s Oogie Boogie Bash will be held from early August 23rd through October 31st. That’s a few weeks earlier than it started last year, but as it’s always so popular, we can imagine that tickets will still sell out for every night pretty quickly (typically, in less than 24 hours). 2023 Oogie Boogie Bash So when will tickets go on sale? In 2023, tickets went on sale in late June, starting with pre-sales for Magic Key Holders. Now, there were some issues with the whole ticket-buying process, but Disney has sort of streamlined that with other events this year. We expect tickets to go on sale this year in late June or early July. As far as ticket prices go, we expect them to be about the same (or maybe a little higher) as last year: from $134 to $189 per person. Disney Confirmed Oogie Boogie Bash Is Returning This Year — Here’s When Tickets Could Go on Sale Returning Entertainment and Activities We also expect specific activities to return this year, including the Interactive Trick or Treat Trails with Villains and Villains Grove. Now, we don’t know what villains we will expect to see this year, and Disney usually adds a few surprises when they announce it, so we’ll be looking forward to that. Villains Grove We also expect to see the return of the Frightfully Fun Parade, filled with that banger of a tune “It’s Halloween-lo-ween” song and even MORE of our favorite Disney villains. We also expect to see Mickey’s Trick and Treat Show return. Plus there will be a lot of unique party PhotoPass photo ops and Magic Shots available! FIRST LOOK at Disney’s Exclusive Oogie Boogie Bash Parade Characters It’s hard to say which characters will appear outside of the trick-or-treat trails this year, but last year we ran into Scarlet Witch, several Avengers characters, Hans, Bruno, and more. Although some of the characters have meet-and-greet spots, you might just find others wandering around California Adventure. Bruno at Disneyland We also expect to see Minnie, Daisy, and Clarabelle returning this year dressed as the Sanderson Sisters. This is one of the most popular meet and greets during the party! VIDEOS: See the TWO New Villains That Came To Disney’s Oogie Boogie Bash Exclusive Snacks and Merchandise The most exciting part of the Oogie Boogie Bash, though, is the few exclusive snacks you can get during the party. We tried a few of those last year — you can read our reviews here. Halloween Scoop You’ll also find party-exclusive merchandise, including special party merchandise for Magic Key Holders. Read our snack reviews from 2023 Of course, we’re still waiting for Disney to reveal more details about this year’s Oogie Boogie Bash, and we expect there might even be a few surprises in store for this year’s party. If you don’t want to miss out, be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more. Come With Us to the FIRST Night of Disney’s 2023 Oogie Boogie Bash! 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 Will you be attending Oogie Boogie Bash this year? Let us know in the comments! The post Everything We Know About Disney's 2024 Oogie Boogie Bash first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s official — a major Disney ride problem is finally being fixed. Disneyland’s Autopia Autopia opened with Disneyland on July 17, 1955, and the attraction has been putting kids behind the wheel — and creating some seriously stinky fumes in the process — ever since. That’s all about to change soon, though. And, now that Disneyland is finally fixing this annoying ride problem — can we expect Disney World to do the same? Disney is planning on replacing the pure gasoline engines that have powered Autopia’s cars since its inception with new electric or hybrid power sources. A spokesperson for the company said, “…we have developed a roadmap to electrify this attraction and are evaluating technology that will enable us to convert from gas engines in the next few years.” That is SO exciting — especially because if you’ve ever been anywhere near Autopia, you know just how STINKY the gas-powered cars can be. Autopia But, as of now, Disney hasn’t made any announcements about the potential for a similar change to happen at the Disney World version of the ride — Tomorrowland Speedway. It’s something that fans have been begging Disney to change, especially when we talk to our readers about which rides are in serious need of updating. Tomorrowland Speedway in Magic Kingdom is almost always at the top of the list. Tomorrowland Speedway And, while not quite as bothersome as the smell of the fumes, those cars are pretty darn loud as they putter around the race track (can someone please check the catalytic converters?!) It would only make sense for Disney to transition the Tomorrowland Speedway to some sort of electric or hybrid vehicle. Not only would it greatly improve an entire area of Tomorrowland in Magic Kingdom, but it would be in line with Disney’s recent efforts to be sustainable and environmentally friendly. Tomorrowland Speedway No timetable for the Autopia changeover has been given as of now, and even less is known about whether or not these changes will come to Disney World. As soon as Disney makes any sort of announcements, we’ll let you know! Stay tuned to DFB as we continue to bring you the latest news from Disney World and more! CLOSING DATE ANNOUNCED for the Reimagining of Test Track 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 Do you think Disney should replace the Tomorrowland Speedway cars? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney Is FINALLY Fixing This Annoying Ride PROBLEM first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We always say this, but it’s true. When we can’t go to Disney World for fun, we usually end up going to Target. Let’s go to Target! There are just so many candles, comfy clothes, snacks, mugs, and even whole DISNEY SECTIONS inside. We recently got the news that Target would soon launch a new membership program — Target Circle 360. The service is comparable to Amazon Prime, where members can pay for unlimited same-day delivery. We have an update and a reminder on Circle 360! Circle 360 launches TOMORROW, April 7th. From then until May 18th, the subscription-based program will cost $99 per year, though a discounted $49 rate will be part of the promotional launch. Target The program will include unlimited free same-day delivery for orders over $35 in as little as one hour — with no delivery fees. There will also be free two-day shipping and other perks. Target Oh, and don’t forget that Target is also relaunching the free Target Circle loyalty program, making it easier to use with more personalization. Instead of having to scan or add deals to your Circle account, they will automatically be applied at checkout, which is SO helpful. Target We’re always down to bring you the latest Disney, travel, and entertainment news — and with that comes Target news, of course! Make sure to follow along so that you’re always in the loop. Looking for more Target news? 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 Do you love Target? Let us know in the comments! The post Don't Forget! Target's New Membership Program Launches TOMORROW! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s no secret that Disney has become a bit of a media behemoth over the years. The Walt Disney Company headquarters in California Between classic animation, Star Wars, Marvel, Hulu, ABC, and so much more — it’s no wonder there’s plenty of content to watch under the Disney umbrella. And, if you’re looking for another show to start binging — you might be in luck! According to The Hollywood Reporter, 911 has been renewed for another season at ABC. The series has been renewed for the 2024-2025 season, which will be its second on the network and eighth overall. It was originally aired on Fox, but was canceled and later picked up by ABC — and is set to air its 100th episode this week. ©ABC 911 was Fox’s top-rated drama for multiple seasons which is something that has continued at ABC. Right now, the show is averaging 5.29 million same-day viewers, with the March 14th season premiere doubling its initial viewership. ©ABC The drama stars Angela Bassett, Peter Krause, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Oliver Stark, Kenneth Choi, Aisha Hinds, Ryan Guzman, and Gavin McHugh, and was created by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Tim Minear. If you’re a fan of this show, we hope this is welcome news! ©ABC Stay tuned to DFB as we bring you the latest television, movie, and more Disney news! Disney and ABC Have Canceled Several Shows Over the Past Year — See Them 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 Do you watch this series? Tell us in the comments! The post NEWS: Series RENEWED at ABC Following Cancelation on FOX first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We have exciting food news for you all this week! ©Disney A popular Disney World restaurant that has been closed since 2020 is finally reopening this week! We can’t wait to dive into the new offerings that will be served at this adorable and delicious dining location. You’ll get to dine with characters and even try a beloved soup (yep, a soup!). Even though this restaurant is opening once again, there are still lots closed in Disney World. Let’s take a look at everything closed for refurbishment this coming week. 1900 Park Fare at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort The time has come, y’all! 1900 Park Fare, at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, has been closed for a long time, but it is FINALLY reopening this week! 1900 Park Fare 1900 Park Fare will reopen with NEW dining offerings starting April 10th, 2024. It’s been confirmed that one of the signature menu items here — the Floridian Strawberry Soup — will RETURN! New characters will be available to meet at the restaurant for breakfast and dinner. Aladdin in his Prince Ali look, Mirabel, and Tiana in her new look for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will all be present. ©Disney For breakfast and dinner, you’ll be able to enjoy a buffet meal. There will be new menu offerings available that pay homage to the new characters and their stories. You can now begin to make reservations to enjoy this popular restaurant. We only have one more week to wait until it finally opens! Check out the FULL MENU for 1900 Park Fare here! Follow along with DFB this week as we check out the new offerings at this reopened restaurant! Now, let’s take a look at what will still be closed the week of April 7th through 13th. Magic Kingdom Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Splash Mountain is permanently closed — this ride is being renovated to become Tiana’s Bayou Adventure! The new ride will be themed to The Princess and the Frog. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom — April 2024 The ride in Disney World is set to open this summer. Now, we are starting to see some big signs that we’re getting close. First, several of the walls that have been surrounding the construction have started to come down! No more walls! We have also seen Disney Imagineers test riding the ride! Now, that gets us super excited to see! If they’re riding it, that’s gotta mean it’s almost ready, right? Disney Imagineers riding Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Disney World Other subtle details have emerged such as the water lily in the new gate. The water little is a nod to the movie the ride is inspired by. Ohh, so fancy! And now that some of the walls have come down, you can see new details like this new sidewalk that has been exposed! New sidewalk We recently learned lots of new information about this ride, including a hint that there will be Splash Mountain Easter Eggs throughout the attraction! Disney recently shared a look at new characters coming to the ride, but there has not been an opening day announced yet. We’ll be watching and listening as summer approaches! The Biggest CLUE that Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Is Opening SOON in Disney World If you miss Splash Mountain or want to celebrate the new ride, you should check out our DFB t-shirts! We have a Splash Mountain Farwell Tour shirt… DFB Exclusive! …and a Tiana tee as well! Check out our new Tiana-inspired merch! You can shop both tees (and lots of other Disney merch) at our online store. Click here to shop our DFB merchandise store. Country Bear Jamboree Country Bear Jamboree closed on January 27th, 2024 for refurbishment. Country Bear Jamboree Disney announced that a NEW show is coming to Country Bear Jamboree, with the bears learning an all-new act. The new show is set to open sometime this summer. 4 Important Announcements Were MISSING from Disney’s BIG News Drop With Country Bear Jamboree and Tiana’s Bayou Adventure closed, that leaves just Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Tom Sawyer Island, and the Walt Disney World Railroad open in Frontierland. Tomorrowland Terrace Tomorrowland Terrace is a quick-service restaurant that’s remained closed since the 2020 pandemic-related closures, but even before that, this spot was only occasionally open. Tomorrowland Terrace Once in a while, you’ll see the dining room open as a rest area (and it’s still being used for the Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Parties), but it’s usually all roped off and empty. Disney hasn’t announced when this spot could finally reopen, but we’ll be watching for updates. Everything We Know About the Bizzare New Attraction Coming to Magic Kingdom EPCOT Restaurant Marrakesh Restaurant Marrakesh is still closed in the Morocco pavilion of EPCOT’s World Showcase, and there’s no word yet on when it might reopen. Restaurant Marrakesh The restaurant is kind of open right now — it’s functioning as a lounge with just a couple of drink options. However, we’re still waiting for the full restaurant to reopen! The restaurant’s website looks normal, so we still don’t know if it is permanently closed or if it could reopen. Something New Landed in World Celebration Gardens EPCOT Disney’s Hollywood Studios Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster closed on January 8th, it won’t reopen until the summer of this year. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Although we don’t have an exact reopening date yet, we know that it’ll be at least a few months before the ride reopens. Last year, when the ride closed around this time (on February 20th, to be exact), it reopened on May 26th. Voyage of the Little Mermaid Well, it’s official — Voyage of the Little Mermaid is permanently closed in Disney World. We had suspected this was the case for some time (as it hasn’t actually been open for a few years now), but now the permanent closure has been confirmed. Voyage of the Little Mermaid Disney is going to introduce a NEW show in this spot, though it will still be themed to the animated movie The Little Mermaid! The new show will be called “The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure” and is coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Fall 2024. ©Disney It will be a “fully reimagined theatrical production inspired by the Walt Disney Animation Studios classic.” Why You Won’t Want to Go to Disney’s Hollywood Studios on June 5th Blizzard Beach Blizzard Beach had its last open day on March 16th, 2024 before it closed for refurbishment. Blizzard Beach Water Park While Blizzard Beach closed, Typhoon Lagoon opened on March 17th, 2024. The two water parks often rotate off and on for being open. Disney has not given a timeline for this new closure or how long Typhoon Lagoon will be open. We’ll be watching for any updates, though! Tickets Are ON SALE NOW for an Exclusive Disney World After Hours Event (And They’re Under $100!) Looking for more resources to help you get ready for your upcoming trip? Check out these posts to learn all about Disney World’s rides: 10 Rides to AVOID in Disney World if You Struggle with Motion Sickness What It Takes to CHANGE a Disney World Ride 9 of the SCARIEST Rides in Disney World, According to YOU! A FULL LIST of the Thrill Rides in Disney World! The Ultimate Guide to the BEST and WORST Seats On EVERY Magic Kingdom Ride We’ll keep you updated with all the latest news, so stay tuned to DFB. Click here to check out more upcoming closures and current construction projects at Disney World. Planning a Trip to Disney World? We’ve Got Everything You Need to Know The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Disney World Vacation A Month-by-Month Guide to Planning Your Disney World Trip Tips, Hints, Lists, and Videos for Planning the BEST Disney World Trip Learn About the Disney Park Pass System The Ultimate Disney World Packing List Everything You Need to Know About Genie+ Insider SECRETS for Your First Trip to Disney World A Complete Look at the Current Disney Discounts and Deals The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click Here to Subscribe Are you visiting Disney World this week? Let us know in the comments! The post A POPULAR Restaurant Finally Reopens This Week in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s hard to keep up with Disney World food because new food seems to arrive in restaurants every day. Steakhouse 71 However, we try to keep on top of ALL the new meals and snacks, so we can keep you updated on what you should eat when you’re visiting Disney World. We just finished a round of seasonal spring treats, but we recently spotted a new appetizer we needed to try at a Disney World hotel. Okay, we lied. We don’t need an excuse to visit Steakhouse 71 and the Steakhouse 71 Lounge at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. We’ll go there EVERY chance we get. But we recently decided to have a sit down inside the lounge and discovered that there are some brand new wings to try: Honey Chipotle Barbecue Wings for $14. Sweet and spicy, right? Okay, we’re in. Chipotle Honey Barbecue Wings These wings are nice and sticky with sweetness, but we gotta’ warn you, they are VERY spicy, so you get a kind of Nashville hot honey situation with them. That heat also lingers after each bite. Like, the first bite is like “ooh…sweet…” and then suddenly, you’re desperately searching for a glass of milk. Can you say SPICY? However, it was rinse and repeat, because we LOVED these wings, despite that heat. But if you are not a fan of spicy things, you probably won’t appreciate that heat like we do. So there’s your warning. Also, the wings are served with Celery and Carrots, just in case you want to make sure you get your veggies. Plus you get your veggies With DOZENS of places to eat at Disney World, we know it can be tough to plan your meals. That’s why we wrote the DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. We have reviews, pictures, and details about every restaurant all in one digital download – along with ALL of our best tips and strategies from decades of Disney World trips. So if you’re looking to add a little extra spice to your Disney World trip, head on over to the Steakhouse 71 Lounge for these new wings. Stay tuned to DFB for more! How One of The Best Snacks in Disney World Went From Delicious To Depressing 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 menu item at Steakhouse 71 Lounge? Let us know in the comments! The post WARNING! This NEW Disney World Snack Is 🔥🔥🔥 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We love Disney’s Animal Kingdom because it’s not like any other theme park we’ve ever been to. Kilimanjaro Safaris You’ve got immersive lands like Pandora from the Avatar movies, a ride up to visit a Yeti on Mount Everest, and a whole land dedicated to dinosaurs (although that’s going to change soon). However, we think Kilimanjaro Safaris is one of our favorite rides in Animal Kingdom because it’s about as close to going on a REAL African safari as you can get. However, there are some rules you need to follow when you ride it including one VERY important rule. Now, there are some rules you should be aware of even before you get on the safaris. For example, strollers are not allowed on the safari vehicles. Once you’re on the vehicle, though, a few other rules apply. First, you need to make sure you’re listening to any instructions given by the Cast Member driving the vehicle. Also, you’ll want to remain seated as you ride through the safari (and whatever you do, do NOT exit the vehicle unless a Cast Member explicitly tells you otherwise). Safari vehicles However, one rule you may not be aware of is that you should NEVER call out to any of the animals. Don’t call out their names, whistle at them, or make any kind of noises to get their attention. Not only could this confuse or stress these animals out, but they’re also trained to interact with and listen to their keepers (if you don’t believe they’re trained, we highly suggest watching Magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom on Disney+ — you’d be amazed at how trained they are!). Giraffe during Kilimanjaro Safaris So please keep that in mind and explain it to your children, too, so they know! Stay tuned to DFB for more! Disney Just Released the Perfect Loungefly for a Trip to 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 What’s your favorite ride in Animal Kingdom? Share with us in the comments! The post Every Cast Member at Kilimanjaro Safaris Is BEGGING You Not To Break This ONE Rule first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re feeling slightly overwhelmed. But a really GOOD kind of overwhelmed. We’re EXCITED because Disney gave us SO MUCH NEWS this week. Disney World April 3rd marked Disney’s annual shareholder meeting, where we got lots of important updates, and then we continued getting even MORE news throughout the rest of the week. This post is going to serve as a roundup of all our FAVORITE news drops that Disney had in store for us, so keep on readin’ to stay in the loop. Well, let’s hop right into it, shall we? We saw more Tiana’s Bayou Adventure animatronics! Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is set to open at Disney World this summer, and we got to visit the large shop where Imagineers are working on all of the animatronics for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Tiana in the Workshop We saw several different Tiana animatronics in the workshop, all from different ride scenes, and each with a slight variation in her outfit. Some have her hat on, some off, some have a jacket, etc. We also noticed that Tiana is wearing a wedding ring in at least one animatronic, which we thought was a lovely touch. So it looks like Tiana will be accompanying us on the entire journey during the ride! Of course there are also multiple animatronic versions of Louis! ©Disney We also saw Eudora, Ralphie, Lottie, Mama Odie, and JuJu! ©Disney We are absolutely over the moon and can’t wait for the ride to open this summer in Magic Kingdom. Click here to see what’s new in Magic Kingdom WE GOT A TOY STORY 5 RELEASE DATE! We had heard rumblings that Toy Story 5 would be happening, and eventually Disney CEO Bob Iger revealed that the movie was set for 2026 and beyond, and would feature Tim Allen as the voice of Buzz Lightyear. But, now it’s official and the release date has been confirmed! ©Disney/Pixar It’s official — Toy Story 5 is coming in 2026 just like Bob Iger said, but now we have a release date! Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5 will be released on June 19th, 2026. Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort The Wrap confirmed the date alongside the news that Disney has pushed quite a few release dates for 2025 and beyond. As far as the details on the next film in the Toy Story franchise go, well, Disney is keeping those pretty locked up — but we’re excited to see where this story goes, as many of us thought we had seen the last of Andy’s pals already! Click here to see more of what Andy’s pals are up to in Hollywood Studios! Disney’s Proxy Battle ENDED. Disney has been involved in a heated proxy battle with activist investor Nelson Peltz, who was petitioning to get multiple seats on the Company’s Board of Directors. ©Getty Images Trian Partners nominated Peltz and former Disney CFO Jay Rasulo to be elected to the Board, but Disney has made it clear they don’t endorse either candidate. It all came to a head during a vote at Disney’s 2024 Annual Shareholders Meeting, and now, we finally know who has come out as the victor in this long, drawn-out battle. ©Disney During today’s meeting, shareholders voted in support of Disney’s current board and the 12 directors it recommended. You can learn more about those 12 directors HERE. Disney announced that the shareholders voted in support of the Disney board’s slate and against Peltz and the Trian group as well as the Blackwell group. They reported that the current board’s recommendations won “by a substantial margin.” CNBC is reporting that the vote was decisive, with Peltz losing a seat on the board by a two-to-one margin, and former Disney Chief Financial Officer Jay Rasulo, who had joined Peltz’s campaign, lost by a nearly five-to-one margin. Click here to see what else is new at Disney World Of course, big things happen in the parks every day. Take a look at the links below to check everything out for yourself! WHAT'S NEW AT DISNEY? Check out our daily updates on all the happenings around Disney World and Disneyland! Magic Kingdom EPCOT Hollywood Studios Animal Kingdom Disney Hotels Disney Springs Disneyland Stay tuned to DFB so that you’re always in the loop and never miss a thing. Looking for more big Disney news? 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 Which of these news drops is YOUR favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post 3 of Our FAVORITE News Drops From Disney This Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

I’m a Disney World reporter, and I’ve done some pretty wild things to get content for our readers. Caribbean Beach Resort I’ve carried snacks halfway across the park to get pictures in front of Cinderella Castle, I’ve ridden the same ride four times in a row to get footage, and I’ve stayed in the parks well past midnight on more than one occasion — it’s all part of the job. But recently, I took a visit to Disney World where my editor made me do something pretty ridiculous! We often get asked by our readers what the BEST hotel rooms in Disney World are. And it’s a valid question! If you’re going to be spending the money to stay on-site, then you’ll definitely want to get the best room possible. But to find out which rooms were the best, my editor had me do some very bizarre research that required laser-focused concentration and made quite a feel people give me wary looks. Art of Animation We recently wrote an article detailing the best rooms at a variety of resorts, and that list included the numbers for rooms that are the CLOSEST to the Skyliner stations around Disney World. To find those rooms, I had to visit each of the Skyliner resorts in turn and physically count the steps to the nearest station. Caribbean Beach Skyliner Station Unfortunately, I don’t own a smartwatch that counts my steps, and my phone isn’t always accurate in relaying the number to me. Because of this, I rode the Skyliner to each hotel, found the closest rooms, and then physically counted my steps back to the stations. Out loud. If you want proof of my data, check out the results at the link below! Click Here to See Which Rooms Are Closest to the Skyliner! Disney’s Riviera Resort In the process, I was stopped by cars, interrupted by Cast Members, and many concerned looks were cast my way. But the mania didn’t stop there! Nope, after I finished my Skyliner count, my editor gave me an even more difficult task — to find the hotel room closest to Magic Kingdom. Magic Kingdom Entrance After some map glances and strategic planning, I determined that the closest hotel room to Magic Kingdom would be located at Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort (considering the fact that all the regular Contemporary Resort tower rooms are on the upper floors). So I started my journey at Magic Kingdom and took the walking path from the park to Bay Lake Tower, counting all my steps along the way. Contemporary Walkway While my other counting adventures hadn’t surpassed 300 steps, this one took me a whopping 1,006 steps from start to finish. I think I was really weirding out the families I passed, since I was whispering to myself, but I discovered that the closest hotel rooms to Magic Kingdom are Rooms 7111, 7109, 7132, or 7134 at Bay Lake Tower. Disney’s Bay Lake Tower It was a labor of love, but I completed the challenge! Just another day in the life of a DFB reporter, you guys. We do wild things to answer your questions and bring the best content, but it’s totally worth it to help our readers have the best vacations! Cinderella Castle So if you want more updates from the parks and tips for your trip, stay tuned to DFB! We’ll go to the ends of Disney World for you! (And count our steps along the way.) Click Here to Check Out the Best Hotel Rooms 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 Which hotel rooms in Disney World are your favorites? Tell us in the comments! The post Look What My Editor Made Me Do in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Ahsoka’s padawan has arrived in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge🫡💜 #Disneyland #SeasonOfTheForce #SabineWrenView the full article

Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite returns to the Disneyland Resort for its second year and we're sharing all the details!View the full article

Explore the new May the 4th Be With You Merchandise Collection, coming to Disney Parks and DisneyStore.com!View the full article

Being a Disney World Annual Passholder comes with a TON of perks. Disney World Annual Pass We’re talking about hotel and dining discounts, exclusive souvenirs and snacks, access to the Disney World parks, and so much more. Every once in a while, Disney rolls out even more special benefits to passholders for a limited time, and we just learned when this year’s event will happen! Heads up, Annual Passholders! V.I.Passholder Days are returning to Disney World in 2024. This year’s event will run from May 1st through June 26th, so if you don’t already have a trip planned during this time — now might be your sign to plan one! Annual Pass For those who might not know, V.I.Passholder Days is a limited-time event that brings additional discounts to Passholders, along with a new Passholder Magnet, a special NEW lounge in Disney World, Passholder-exclusive snacks, special photo ops, and more. Last year’s lounge was a special section inside the Land Pavilion! It’s all as a thanks from Disney for being an Annual Passholder! Annual Passholder lounge We’ll be on the lookout for more details as Disney releases them, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest! NEW Annual Passholder Perks Have Landed 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 Are you a Disney World Annual Passholder? Tell us in the comments. The post Mark Your Calendars for Disney World's EXCLUSIVE Annual Passholder Event Coming Soon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article