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Disney decided this was THE WEEK to drop all the news! We got news about next year’s EPCOT Festivals, discounts coming for 2027, new After Hours event dates, and so much more. In fact, that doesn’t even cover what actually happened IN the parks this past week. 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival If things feel a bit overwhelming, or like it’s all moving a little too fast, we’re here to help break it all down. If you’re visiting the parks this upcoming week, these are the closures you need to know about before tapping into the parks! If you thought the closures were over, or that we’d get a break, we’re sorry to say that that’s NOT the case. Let’s take a look at all of the current closures in Disney World from September 11th through 18th. Magic Kingdom Carousel of Progress Carousel of Progress closed on July 6th to undergo a major refurbishment. The work will include completely revamping the scenes in the attraction to make them more modern and represent more recent parts of history, as well as adding a new Walt Disney animatronic at the opening. ©Disney Currently, the attraction is set to reopen in 2027, though no official date has been set yet. Liberty Square Riverboat and Tom Sawyer Island An iconic part of the Magic Kingdom is now permanently closed. As of July 7th, 2025, the Rivers of America, including the Liberty Square Riverboat and Tom Sawyer Island, are permanently closed to make way for the new Cars area, Piston Peak. There are lots of construction walls up in the area now, and the structures on Tom Sawyer Island have been demolished. Most recently, we saw a new addition to one of the old boat docks, as a shed-like structure has now been added to the boat dock near Memento Mori. Miss Fritter’s Daredevil Spin-Along Model ©Disney/Pixar Piston Peak National Park will be replacing this area of the Magic Kingdom. Disney has not yet announced an opening date for the new Cars area, but we do know it will feature two brand-new attractions and be themed to look like a National Park. It’s Time: We’re Setting the Record Straight on Villains Land Disney’s Hollywood Studios Vacation Fun Disney announced that Vacation Fun will be closing for the second time this year on Sunday, August 9th. Recently, hours for this spot began showing up again, beginning on September 27th! Vacation Fun The first time this attraction closed this year was on April 29th for a special May 4th Star Wars merchandise event. Muppets Courtyard Muppet*Vision 3D and PizzeRizzo closed on June 8th, 2025, and Muppets Courtyard has been walled off for construction on the new Monsters, Inc. land. Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano has been closed since May 11th, 2025. Most recently, Disney released new information about Monstropolis, saying that “Monstropolis — the monster city now powered by laughter — is getting ready to give humans a glimpse of what’s been hidden from their world for generations. Which raises an interesting question: if humans were never meant to enter the monster world … why are the doors finally opening to us?” ©bioreconstruct We’ll get to explore their world during H.U.M.A.N. Day, or “Humans Understand Monsters Are Nice” Day, with Disney continuing to say, “Human guests will have the chance to explore the city, meet its citizens, taste unique cuisine, and step into the everyday world of monsters in a totally new way. For the first time, two worlds once separated are meeting face to scaly, furry, and fang-filled face – brought together not by screams, but by laughter.” ©Disney It’s also been fully confirmed that Harryhausen’s will be one of the restaurants in the new land, in addition to Archie’s Square Pig Pizza. Most recently, we got a behind-the-scenes look at what Imagineers are working on behind the walls, and it’s got us even MORE excited for the new land! ©Disney If you’re missing The Muppets, you can go visit them at Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets right now! Disney World Just Dropped 7 MAJOR Announcements EPCOT Coral Reef Restaurant Coral Reef, one of the most controversial restaurants in all of Disney World, closed for refurbishment on September 8th. Coral Reef Restaurant The Disney World website recently adjusted to allow guests to begin booking reservations again on November 4th and beyond, which we’re now considering the reopening date, unless Disney tells us differently. La Signature La Signature, one of the stores located in the France Pavilion, closed for refurbishment on June 30th. La Signature closed The store specializes in French cosmetics and fragrances from Guerlain. During the closure, if you’re looking to buy Guerlain products, they’ll be temporarily available at the nearby Plume Et Palette. Sections of Germany Pavilion On July 13th, both the guest bathrooms in the Germany Pavilion and the majority of the Volkskunst store in EPCOT’s Germany Pavilion closed for refurbishment. The roof of Das Kaufhaus is also under refurbishment. Totally closed While a Cast Member did tell us the store closure was to fix the Cast Member bathrooms out of sight, Disney has not revealed a reopening date for the store or the public bathrooms. Other parts of the pavilion are also seeing construction and refurbishment, but are not causing additional closures. To the Person Who STOLE From Tiny Train Town in EPCOT, I Hope Your Socks Are Perpetually Soggy Disney’s Animal Kingdom DinoLand, USA On February 2nd, DinoLand, USA, officially closed to make way for the new Tropical Americas land, Pueblo Esperanza. Most recently, we noticed that large cranes are in the area to adjust the roofs of existing buildings, likely to keep them in theme. @bioreconstruct on X We can also see lots of work happening at the front of the new Indiana Jones ride, Indiana Jones and the Myth of the Jade Serpent! Recently, we got a chance to see how the entrance of the new land is shaping up. Things are certainly looking great so far, and we’re thrilled it’s reached this stage! @bioreconstruct on X This new land is shaping up nicely! It will have three new rides: El Carrusel de los Animalitos featuring classic Disney animals, Indiana Jones and the Myth of the Jade Serpent where you’ll explore a Mayan temple, and Antonio’s Fiesta de Encanto that invites you into the Madrigals’ home. We can’t wait to continue to see how it all shapes up. Okay, We’re Never Not Going to Celebrate New Cake in Disney World Disney World Hotels All-Star Sports Resort Disney quietly announced that Grandstand Spirits Pool Bar is closing VERY soon for a refurbishment. It’ll be closing on September 18th and is expected to last through mid-December 2026. Grandstand Spirits During the closure, we recommend you swing by End Zone Food Court, just a short walk away from the pool, to snag your eats and drinks. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge There are numerous closures taking place around Animal Kingdom Lodge over the next few months that may affect your vacation. The Savanna at Animal Kingdom Lodge August 17th through October 9th: The main lobby and primary entrance will be closed. Check-in will move to the Palace Library during this time. September 28th through October 9th: The north side lobby corridor will be closed. During this time, the north side lobby elevators on the second floor and the outdoor terrace observation deck will be unavailable. October 26th through November 6th: The south side lobby corridor will be closed. During this time, Community Hall, Safari So Good Arcade, the laundry room, the Palace Library, lobby restrooms, and the outdoor terrace observation deck will be unavailable. Convention Center and El Centro Corridor — Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Beginning on August 10th, the Convention Center at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort began a planned refurbishment that is expected to last through September 2027. Coronado Springs Additionally, the hotel’s El Centro Corridor and surrounding areas will also undergo refurbishment tied to the convention center refurbishment. While there’s no end date for this construction project, we do know that work will be completed in phases, with certain spaces being temporarily inaccessible at times. Boat Dock — Disney’s Old Key West Resort Starting on July 20th, Disney closed the boat transportation at Old Key West Resort, called the Sassagoula River Cruise. These boats usually go to Disney Springs, so now you’ll need to take a bus instead. Old Key West Dock The closure was expected to last through early August, but we still haven’t heard any updates. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa This hotel has been undergoing refurbishments for quite some time now, but some sections of the hotel — specifically the porte cochere — will continue to undergo refurbishment through at least early 2027. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort We certainly hope it’ll actually reopen on this timeline — we’re a little tired of seeing construction all over this beautiful hotel! Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Currently, work is taking place all over Bay Lake Tower through Late 2027. Bay Lake Tower While currently no major closures are taking place due to this construction, it’s important to note that you may see or hear construction during your stay. Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort Currently, The Turf Club Bar & Grill is under refurbishment until mid-September, according to the original timeline Disney spoke about. The restaurant closed on August 31st, a day after the Turf Club Lounge reopened after being closed since April. The Turf Club Bar & Grill! Additionally, the tennis courts at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort are currently closed for refurbishment. While Disney hasn’t shared an exact reopening date, the current timeline is that they’ll be closed from late August through November 2026. Disney’s BoardWalk Inn and Resort It was recently announced that the Village Green area of Disney’s BoardWalk Inn will be closed from August 10th through September 4th. This is an outdoor space where you can usually watch Movie Under The Stars, do yoga, attend arts and crafts classes, and more. Disney’s Boardwalk Inn The Promenade Fine Art Gallery closed its Disney’s BoardWalk location on October 20th, 2025. However, the Promenade Fine Art Gallery isn’t closing for good, and it will just be moving to a new location. Promenade Fine Art Gallery Disney filed permits for the BoardWalk titled “Project Amazon” and “Project Bubbles” earlier this year, and now that we have a bit more information on them, we’re thinking that this currently vacant spot could soon become the home of the new Basin on the BoardWalk store on its way! The shop will be rooted in the resort’s classic boardwalk heritage and will offer a sensory shopping experience that is described as “both timeless and distinctly new.” Jellyrolls — Disney’s BoardWalk Jellyrolls at Disney’s BoardWalk officially closed on April 19th, 2025. This entertainment venue has provided our team with countless memories, and we know many others are also sad to see it close. Jellyrolls had its final farewell performance on April 19th. 2025 and closed its doors forever on Disney’s BoardWalk. It was just recently revealed, though, that a new lounge will be coming to the BoardWalk! ©Disney The new lounge will be called Hurly-Burly and will be a “fun-filled afternoons and glamorous evenings inside a historic seaside theatre with a vibrant BoardWalk story that spans over a century.” Based on the concept art revealed, it’s looking like the former JellyRolls building would be the best fit for this spot, but we’re also waiting to see where the new quick-service restaurant announced for the BoardWalk will be going! I Saved $300 By Staying at This Disney World Hotel on My Last Trip We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Disney World news, so stay tuned to DFB! You Can WIN Tickets to the Super Bowl AND Disneyland Resort with This Sweepstakes Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW When is your next Disney World vacation? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Here at Disney Food Blog, we’re always on the hunt for the newest Disney Loungefly bags. They’re super cute and themed after your favorite Disney characters, but also lightweight and easy to carry all day as your go-to Disney park bag! ©Loungefly Loungefly just released a brand-new Disney Villains collection, featuring iconic baddies from The Little Mermaid, The Princess and the Frog, and The Nightmare Before Christmas. If you’re looking for your new favorite spooky season accessory, you’re sure to find a spine-chilling bag in this lineup! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Are you ready for this Dr. Facilier Mini Backpack? ©Loungefly This Dr. Facilier Mini Backpack features the sinister voodoo man Dr. Facilier from The Princess and the Frog. This purple-and-black bag brings the iconic villain to life with voodoo embroidery, an appliqué of his face and hat, and a 3D molded metal charm of his necklace. With its adjustable purple straps and a sturdy top handle, you’ll definitely be ready to conjure up the style spirits. view ON Loungefly Take the plunge with this Flotsam and Jetsam Tote Bag! ©Loungefly This Flotsam and Jetsam Tote Bag features Flotsam and Jetsam, Ursula’s henchmen from The Little Mermaid, on the unique handles. It’s got a ton of villainous features, like a 3D molded metal shell, debossed eel skin details, and a detachable coin bag of one of Ursula’s poor unfortunate souls! view ON Loungefly This Deadly Nightshade Card Holder is deathly stylish! ©Loungefly This Deadly Nightshade Card Holder features a Deadly Nightshade appliqué with embroidered text and openings. Turn it around, and you’ll find four card slots and a zippered compartment for small essentials like cash or coins. view ON Loungefly This Frog’s Breath Crossbody Bag will make a statement this Halloween! ©Loungefly This Frog’s Breath Crossbody Bag brings Sally’s secret ingredient, Frog’s Breath, to life. This jar-shaped Frog’s Breath bag features a frog sticking out from the jar, and the mouth opens so you can access the interior compartment. Plus, its eyes glow in the dark! view ON Loungefly 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! View the full article

Lorcana is a super popular Disney-themed trading card game. Your favorite Disney heroes and villains are being attacked, and it’s up to you to save them! The game features iconic Disney characters like Mickey and Friends and princesses, but has expanded to include recent hits like Monsters, Inc. and Turning Red. Breea loves Lorcana! Lorcana has a super strong presence in the EPCOT Festival of the Arts, with some limited-time events and a festival-exclusive Figment card. I really want to get into Lorcana before the festival starts on January 15th, but the game is big enough that it’s a little intimidating as a beginner. I asked my Lorcana obsessed coworker Brea for her essentials, and these six Lorcana finds made my Lorcana games SO easy! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Keep track of your cards with the Lorcana Official Collector’s Guide! Lorcana Official Collector’s Guide While you can track your cards in the Lorcana app, if you prefer physical media, the Lorcana Official Collector’s Guide will be your new favorite thing. You can see all of the Lorcana cards in one place! view ON AMAZON Store your cards in a Lorcana Princess Card Portfolio! Lorcana Princess Card Portfolio This Lorcana Princess Card Portfolio features beautifully illustrated princesses, including Cinderella, Ariel, Belle, Jasmine, Rapunzel, and Moana in action. Holding up to 252 cards, this portfolio allows you peruse your cards quickly and easily while keeping everything organized. view ON AMAZON This Lorcana TCG Playmat is fire! ©Amazon This Lorcana TCG Playmat protects your cards from wear and tear during gameplay, provides ample space for your cards, and when you’re on the go, it’s easy to transport and rolls up effortlessly for easy storage and transportation. Immerse yourself in the world of Disney Lorcana and personalize your game table with Maleficent’s Dragon Fire! view ON AMAZON The Lorcana Reign of Jafar Illumineer’s Trove is great for beginners! ©Amazon This Lorcana Reign of Jafar Illumineer’s Trove set includes one card storage box, six card dividers, eight booster packs of 12 additional cards each, six damage-counter dice, and one lore counter. It’s super beginner friendly if you’re just starting out your Lorcana journey! view ON AMAZON The Lorcana Fabled Illumineer’s Trove is a must-have! ©Amazon Expand your Lorcana collection with the Fabled Illumineer’s Trove set. it includes one card storage box, six card dividers, eight booster packs of 12 additional cards each, six damage-counter dice, and one lore counter. view ON AMAZON Keep your cards looking their best with these Lorcana TCG Card Sleeves! ©Amazon These Lorcana TCG Card Sleeves are durable card sleeves that keep your cards in pristine condition during intense games by preventing glare and fingerprints and providing a smooth shuffling experience. Plus, they feature the original Disney Lorcana card back artwork! 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! View the full article

If you’re a runner who loves theme parks, you’ve probably heard of runDisney races. But did you know Dollywood offers Run Dollywood race weekends, too? ©Dollywood Dollywood is hosting its annual Run Dollywood Fall Race Weekend from Friday, September 25th to Sunday, September 27th, 2026, in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Here’s everything you need to know about this year’s race! Take on Dollywood’s 5K night run on Friday, September 25th at 11 PM! This course weaves through Dollywood Theme Park, giving runners a chance to experience the park like never before – surrounded by music, rides, and one-of-a-kind photo opportunities. Complimentary water stations are throughout the course, and all participants will earn a butterfly medal! ©Dollywood The 10K Race is on Saturday, September 26th at 5:30 AM. The 10K offers the perfect balance of challenge and fun, making it an ideal race for runners looking to push themselves while enjoying the excitement of race weekend. ©Dollywood The Kids Fun Run on Saturday, September 26th at 8:15 AM features a morning of fitness, fun, and family-friendly excitement made for young runners of all ages. ©Dollywood The Half Marathon takes runners on a scenic journey through Dollywood Theme Park and the surrounding area, featuring live music, post-race food, refreshments, and awards! The headline event will start at 5:30 AM on Sunday, September 27th. ©Dollywood And for the pro runners out there, you can take your Run Dollywood experience to the next level with The Butterfly Challenge! Complete the 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon during race weekend to Earn Your Wings and receive an exclusive commemorative Butterfly Challenge medal, only available to Challenge finishers! It’s a pink butterfly inspired by the iconic Dolly Parton Experience entrance. ©Dollywood If you want to register for the 2026 Run Dollywood Fall Race Weekend, registration ends TONIGHT, Saturday, September 12th at 11:59 PM Eastern Time. Run to Dollywood’s website to grab your spot in the race, and stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Dollywood news! 13 Things at Dollywood That Aren’t Rides, But Should Be On Your List 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 run in a Run Dollywood Race Weekend before? If so, comment below with your experience! View the full article

Did you know that there are restaurants at Disney World that have rewards memberships where you can get deals and points?! Summer House on the Lake If you’ve ever been to Summer House on the Lake at Disney Springs, you know they offer up some delicious food and tasty sweet treats. Did you also know that they have a Frequent Diner Club loyalty program?! It’s one of the many reasons we keep finding ourselves dining there. Now, you can earn even MORE points! During the month, from now through September 30th, you can earn up to FIVE times the usual points when you dine at Summer House on the Lake. Extra points apply to dining in at the restaurant AND at the quick-service Cookie Bar (which is dangerous!). Cookie Bar You’ll automatically receive $10 in Reward Dollars for every 150 points you stack up. That means for every $30 you spend this month, you can get a free $10 reward! You can get extra points at Summer House on the Lake at Disney Springs and other Summer House locations nationwide. Summer House Cookie Bar If you aren’t a rewards member, you can join the Frequent Diner Club by downloading the LettuceEats App and signing up. The app is free, and you can use it to check in during visits and track your points balance. The five-times point multiplier is just for the month, but you can still earn one point for every $1 spent on normal days. Looks just like a giant Florida room at home The agents at Small World Vacations know how to save money on your Disney Vacation! When you book your trip with Small World Vacations, their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings. They also 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. For more Disney news and updates, make sure to follow us at the Disney Food Blog! “Breakfast of Champions.” The WILDEST Things We’ve Eaten Before 10 AM 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 Have you been to this restaurant before? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

If you keep up with what’s going on around Dollywood, you’ve likely heard all about the park’s newest attraction, NightFlight Expedition. NightFlight Expedition We got a sneak peek at the ride before it officially opened, and we can confidently say that this ride is unlike ANY others. It’s a combination of different theme park attractions, so much so that there truly isn’t another ride anywhere like it. If you’re a big fan of the attraction and want to surround yourself with those vibes, you can now get themed rooms at Dollywood’s hotels! Guests now have the opportunity to book NightFlight Expedition exclusive resort packages, which include in-room NightFlight Expedition décor, merchandise, baked goods, and two one-day Dollywood admission tickets! That’s not all, though, because there’s also a NightFlight Expedition VIP Experience you may want to check out. That package includes in-room NightFlight Expedition décor, merchandise, baked goods, two complimentary one-day Dollywood admission tickets, and a VIP Tour of Dollywood for two people that includes a ride on NightFlight Expedition. ©Dollywood Booking for these packages is open right now, but ends on October 28th. You have to be staying at the resort from August 21st through October 31st, 2026, to take advantage of these packages. Packages are available at both Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort and Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort, which means you’ll also get to enjoy the regular perks of staying at the hotels, like no resort fees, complimentary Dollywood TimeSaver Passes, door-to-door transportation, and more. DreamMore Resort The NightFlight Expedition Experience is available on the Dollywood website, and it’s important to note that the cost of Dollywood admission tickets is included in the reservation total and charged with the first-night deposit. However, for the NightFlight Expedition VIP Experience, you’ll need to call 1-800-DOLLYWOOD to book. Also note that for the VIP package, the cost of the VIP Tour is included in the reservation total and charged with the first-night deposit. DreamMore Resort Nightflight Expedition is part coaster and part whitewater river ride. It takes guests on a journey to discover the mystery of the legendary Secret Lake with Cora and Jasper Oakley, twins who have invented the Bioluminator, which allows them to detect and amplify bioluminescence. They mount it onto their family’s amphibious aircraft and follow the glowing roots of the Wildwood Tree through the Great Smoky Mountains to the mythical Secret Lake. If the ride sounds like a lot, it’s because it is, but we were SO impressed by how seamlessly the ride systems flowed into one another! NightFlight Expedition Looking for more recent Dollywood news? Tell us in the comments! More Recent Dollywood News! Why runDisney Fans Are Booking A Dollywood Trip For SeptemberThese Dollywood Hotel Rooms Are Themed After Their NEWEST RideThe ULTIMATE Guide to DollywoodREVIEW: Did Dollywood Take The Term “Pretzel Bun” a Little Too Far?13 Things at Dollywood That Aren’t Rides, But Should Be On Your List We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Dollywood news, so stay tuned to DFB! Can You Bring Food Into Dollywood? 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 fan of Nightflight Expedition? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Nothing says rise and shine like these unhinged “breakfasts” we’ve had in Disney World! Cake Bake Shop Cake Slice As Disney World food reporters, we’ve done some wild things in the name of research. That includes SERIOUSLY stretching the concept of what counts as an acceptable breakfast food! Whether we’re “rope dropping” a brand new snack or just trying to fuel up fast, these are some of the most chaotic things we’ve eaten in Disney World before most people have even finished their first cup of coffee! 6-layer Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake from Summer House on the Lake Located on the West Side of Disney Springs, Summer House on the Lake offers tons of California-inspired bites, from pizza and pasta to fresh salads and sandwiches. Plus, if you’re getting your day started early, you can also snag Grab-and-Go Breakfast items here starting at 9:00 AM. Summer House on the Lake Speaking of breakfast, we snagged this MASSIVE 6-Layer Chocolate Cookie Cake from Summer House on the Lake bright and early on a recent visit! This decadent dessert (slash breakfast?) is made with stacks on stacks of chocolate chip cake, whipped cookie dough, and frosting, served with a salted caramel sauce and topped with cookie dough pieces. 6 Layer Cake! We really enjoyed this cake, and even though it felt a little odd to start our day with such a rich treat, is it really that much different than a stack of loaded pancakes or a giant donut? At least, that’s how we’re justifying it! New Cake Flavors from The Cake Bake Shop While we’re on the subject of early morning cake, we HAVE to talk about The Cake Bake Shop! This spot on Disney World’s BoardWalk serves up breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a gorgeous setting, plus, as the name suggests, offers plenty of delicious bakery items. Cake Bake Shop The Cake Bake Shop often drops new flavors available by the slice, and we’ve been known to swing by first thing in the morning and grab them. We’ve tried tons of new flavors recently, like the S’mores Cake, Boston Cream Pie Cake, and Cotton Candy Cake, to name a few! Slice of Cotton Candy Cake Hey, if it’s wrong to start our day sampling a decadent new cake slice, then we don’t want to be right! Seasonal Cupcakes We think one of the BEST ways to celebrate any special occasion is with a delicious snack. Luckily for us, Disney tends to agree! Disney World often releases limited-edition cupcakes inspired by holidays, movie releases, or seasonal flavors. Spiced Pumpkin Cupcake Of course, we want to report back to you ASAP with our thoughts on the newest Disney World snacks, and that often means we’re snagging the latest seasonal cupcakes first thing in the morning. Your Chosen Path Cupcake We’ll happily start our day with a brand new cupcake in the name of research! Turkey Leg Our wildest “breakfast” choices aren’t all sweet treats; we’ve definitely snuck some savory ones in there too! That brings us to the controversial classic Disney World snack, the Turkey Leg. Turkey Legs are divisive even among our team members, but we can’t deny that it checks all the boxes for anyone looking for a sharable, protein-heavy snack to start the day! Turkey Leg You can find Turkey Legs at several spots around Magic Kingdom and at EPCOT’s Fife & Drum. The only question is, are YOU bold enough to start your day with this massive hunk of meat?? Cocktails and Boozy Beverages Whether we’re at a sit-down breakfast somewhere like Chef Mickey’s or starting our EPCOT festival day with a boozy Joffrey’s coffee first thing in the morning, sometimes our reviews have us greeting the day with a fun cocktail in hand! Joffrey’s Boozy Cold Brew Even though we might not normally opt for a boozy beverage right off the bat, sometimes our plans take us in another direction. Hey, we’ve gotta make sure we can report back with a full review, cocktails and all! Breakfast of champions, indeed! We’ll continue to report back with reviews of all the newest menu items we’ve tried around Disney World (both in the AM and PM), so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for the latest updates. FULL LIST: Disney World Quick Service Restaurants That Serve Breakfast and When They Open 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 the wildest thing you’ve had for breakfast in Disney World? Share with us in the comments! View the full article

If you’re a Disney+ subscriber who has the basic subscribtion with non of the bundle add-ons, you’re going to love this new update! ©Disney Disney+ has the full library of Disney content available for subscribers, and there also different bundle options that give subscribers access to Hulu content for a higher cost. However, this new upgrade will give Disney+ subscribers access to certain Hulu content without needing to purchase the bundle. Disney+ just announced a new Hulu Favorites, On Us section, where Disney+ subscribers can access a rotating selection popular of Hulu shows and movies without needing a Hulu subscription. The selection of Hulu content changes over time, so you’ll get a good sample of Hulu content. Again, this is all offered without needing a Hulu or Disney+ with Hulu Bundle Subscription. ©Disney Things like full seasons, select episodes, and movies will be in the lineup, so there won’t be a shortage of new content. This section will be getting new contnet every single month, giving Disney+ subscribers a ton of refreshed content. You know what that means though? You’ll have a month to binge before it dissapears! ©Disney That’s not the only upgrade for Disney+ subscribers! As you may know, there are other bundle options for Disney+ that include ESPN. Well, Disney also added an ESPN Favorites, On Us section featuring a selection of ESPN sports content available to all Disney+ subscribers. ©Disney ESPN unlocks select programming on Disney+, so subscribers can watch different games, events, spports shows, and more, without requiring a bundle subscription that includes ESPN. The available programming may change month to month. ©Disney We love the new Disney+ upgrade, and we’re curious if this is a way for Disney to increase in total subscriber count. Maybe it’ll also draw more people to upgrading to a bundle. For more Disney news and updates, make sure to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog! ALL The Easter Eggs We Spotted in The ‘Frozen 3’ Trailer! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW How do you feel about the upgrade? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Disney Deluxe resorts come with a plethora of perks — close proximity to the parks, signature dining locations, Extended Evening Hours… You name it, they’ve probably got it! Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa opened in 1988, and it’s been an extremely popular hotel from the beginning thanks to its style of Victorian-era elegance mixed with modern luxury, close proximity to the Magic Kingdom, and delicious restaurants. However, it is still missing one perk. A great perk if you’re staying at a Disney World resort is grabbing a resort refillable mug. These 16oz. insulated coffee mugs are sold at each resort’s food court or quick-service location and offer free refills of fountain drinks, coffee, and tea from self-service beverage locations throughout your trip. Disney World Resort Refillable Mug Some of the resorts even have a Coca-Cola Freestyle Machine, offering a slew of drinks and flavor options. And this is where the Grand Floridian is MISSING a perk — its own specialty drink flavor! Over at the Island Tower near the outside of Wailulu Bar & Grill, guests can find a Freestyle machine with all different kinds of beverage options, including the hotel’s exclusive flavor, Island Time Fizz! Coke Freestyle Machines at Primo Piatto The Island Time Fizz is an exclusive Sprite-based flavor that gave us “POG” vibes. The flavors reminded us of that iconic passionfruit, orange, and guava mix with a hint of lemon and lime from the Sprite. It’s available in both full-sugar and zero-sugar versions. And you don’t need to have a refillable mug to get it! Guests can buy a paper cup from Wailulu Bar & Grill for a little over $6 and fill it up! Island Time Fizz Which leads us to the question: Why doesn’t Grand Floridian have an exclusive flavor? The resort’s quick service location — Gasparilla Island Grill — has a Coca-Cola Freestyle machine, after all! The Grand Floridian has an opportunity to make its quick-service location greater than it already is! Coke Freestyle Machines at Gasparilla Island Grill When we asked our team what exclusive flavor they’d like to see, a VERY popular answer was something similar to the Citrus Swirl that used to be found at Sunshine Tree Terrace in Magic Kingdom. The soda could have notes of orange and vanilla, which fits the theme of a Florida tribute because, you know…oranges! Citrus Swirl Another team member mentioned a macaroni and cheese flavored soda. You may be thinking ‘GROSS!’ but there’s actually a reason for this one. Gasparilla Island Grill’s mac and cheese is VERY famous, and some even deem it to be the best mac and cheese on Disney World property! So, the idea of a Gasparilla mac and cheese flavor soda as their exclusive flavor actually isn’t too far-fetched. Gasparilla Mac and Cheese So, even though Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort is a Deluxe resort with a lot of perks and amenities, it is STILL missing one perk we think everyone would love! Follow us at DFB for more on Disney World and beyond! Room Prices Revealed: How Much a Christmas Stay at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Costs This Year 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 the Grand Floridian’s exclusive soda flavor should be? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

Whenever a new nighttime spectacular debuts, we’re always looking for the new ways that Disney uses tech in these shows. We’ve been wondering about drone shows at Disney World for a while now, after they were used in Disney Springs for Disney Dreams That Soar and never seen again. Disney Dreams That Soar drone show If you’re hoping Disney brings back more drone shows, this patent will get you excited. Disney is expanding on its current drone technology to make drone shows even more themed and cohesive! The patent is for a themed aerial vehicle entertainment system or platform, AKA a bunch of cool-looking drones, to generate shows or displays by using dynamically coordinated show systems. Instead of using a fixed flight plan, the new entertainment platform is configured with one or more UAVs enclosed in thematic cladding, such as the outer shell of a spacecraft or a flying character, and the show is dynamically coordinated for a cohesive performance. ©Disney These drones feature one or more onboard show effect devices, a memory storing multiple alternate show scripts, and a controller that compares the drone’s real-time position and timing to a flight plan and picks a script based on that comparison. If wind or launch delays affect a drone show, the drones are equipped with backup plans to keep everything cohesive! UP house! Disney hasn’t announced whether a new drone show will be coming to the parks with this technology. Only two drone shows are currently running in Disney parks: Momentous at Hong Kong Disneyland and Disney Tales of Magic at Disneyland Paris. Disney will likely upgrade these drones before implementing a brand-new drone show. Momentous at Hong Kong Disneyland We’ll be sure to keep you updated on more Disney patents as they’re released. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Disney World news! 3 New Patents That Could CHANGE Disney Rides FOREVER 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 patent? Are you a fan of Disney’s drone shows? Comment below! View the full article

I hope you’ve got your calendars ready because Disney has announced MAJOR dates for the rest of the year, including all of the holiday festivities. They also gave us dates for Festival of the Arts and Flower and Garden next year, and on top of that, another festival booth opened in EPCOT, and we got a sneak peek at the newest attraction in Disney World opening next week. Check out this week’s latest news! All the latest Disney and theme park news is coming up right now on DFB Guide. Check out our new video: Latest Disney News: Dates for the Next 3 EPCOT Festivals, We Went Inside the NEWEST Attraction & MORE! Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more theme park news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What video do you want to see from DFB next? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

The new Frozen 3 trailer has been on our minds since we first saw it a few weeks ago, and you can BET we’ve watched it more times than we can count. ©Disney We got a look at the new film at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event this year, and the trailer hasn’t left our minds since. There’s a lot to unpack in this new trailer, and we made sure we watched it a few times to get all the details. Did you catch these ten Easter eggs? If you didn’t, no worries, we’ll help you out! We had one of our team members watch the trailer a few times in a row, and she caught MULTIPLE Easter eggs that we think give a lot away about the upcoming film. We’ll warn you now: if you haven’t seen the trailer yet, there are spoilers ahead! ©Disney Right at the start of the trailer, there’s some advanced, controlled ice magic going on that ISN’T coming from Elsa. Does that mean that there are others out there with the same powers? That theory is confirmed later in the trailer, and it made us wonder if it’s possible this other person with ice powers could potentially be related to Anna and Elsa, like an estranged aunt situation? It’s possible then that that’s why Anna and Elsa’s parents were so concerned about hiding Elsa’s powers, because maybe they’d seen it firsthand before! We also noticed that Wandering Oaken was invited to Anna and Kristoff’s wedding, which we think is adorable. Something that shocked us right after was the fact that it looks like Elsa is wearing PINK to Anna’s wedding, instead of her traditional blue! Though we do know Elsa will go back to wearing her blue based on the costumes we saw at D23. ‘Frozen 3’ Outfits! Something really small we noticed was that Anna’s wedding dress almost has a similar pattern to her door back at the castle when she was growing up. Intentional, Disney? We also noticed that when the northern lights-style icy portal showed up, the gang didn’t seem too shocked. Is this something that the crew was expecting, or are they just used to this stuff by this point? We’ll have to wait and see! We also thought it was really interesting that Anna was even thinking about tripping over her dress — that’s something that the Anna from the first Frozen would NEVER have worried about. She would have just run…and then tripped. ©Disney Disney also gives us a look at a whole icy WORLD in the trailer, and we wondered if this is Disney testing the market for possible additional park expansions! We couldn’t help but notice, too, that the purple lighting in the trailer immediately gave us a villain feel. Has Disney conditioned us? Probably, but we’re not complaining. When we do get a look at the villain, or the back of her, we also noticed that the back of the villain’s hair SO looks like Iduna’s, Anna and Elsa’s mom. That supports our theory even more that this has GOT to be another sister-sister situation. ©Walt Disney Studios Frozen 3 releases in theatres on November 24th, 2027, so while we’ve still got a long time to wait, we’ll be looking forward to it regardless. Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! NEW HINTS Revealed About Disney’s ‘Frozen 3’ and ‘Frozen 4’ Films! 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 looking forward to this new film? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Finding the perfect bag to bring with you to Disney World is HARD! Some are just too big and bulky, some don’t fit everything you need, and others just aren’t comfortable to carry around. BUT quite a few Disney tote bags have been gaining some popularity recently, especially at BoxLunch! BoxLunch The reason? They remind people of those ever-so-popular mini–Trader Joe’s tote bags, but with a Disney twist! If that’s something you’re looking for (and let’s be honest — everyone should be), check out these tote bags from BoxLunch! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Grab This Blind Bag…Bag! ©BoxLunch Blind boxes are ALL of the rage right now, so when we saw this blind bag, we knew it’d be popular! The Disney Princess Blind Bag Mini Tote Bag is available on BoxLunch for pre-order, with shipments starting on September 15th! Each mystery bag contains one mini canvas tote bag inspired by a beloved Disney Princess. There are five options you can get, including the Sleeping Beauty chaser bag (which is rarer than others). It’s important to note that because this is a blind bag, no character is guaranteed, and you may get a duplicate if you purchase more than one bag. view ON boxlunch This Mini Tote Bag Comes With Patches! ©BoxLunch The Disney Princess Light Blue Mini Canvas Tote Bag with Patches is inspired by not one, not two, but NINE Disney princesses! This bag includes printed and embroidered designs inspired by the Disney princesses and comes with three extra iron-on patches of Cinderella’s shoe, the poison apple, and Rapunzel’s frying pan to further customize your bag! view ON Boxlunch Show Off Major “KaChow!” Energy With This Next Bag ©BoxLunch Not every tote bag has to be princess-themed! The Disney Pixar Cars Lightning McQueen Black Mini Canvas Tote with Patches is inspired by Disney’s fastest racecar! The bag features printed and embroidered designs of Lightning McQueen, his number ’95,’ the Rust-eze logo, and other characters from the film, along with three additional patches. view ON boxlunch This Bag Is For The Early 2000s Kids! ©BoxLunch Fans of Kingdom Hearts, don’t freak out, but there’s a bag just for you! The Disney Kingdom Hearts Navy Blue Mini Canvas Tote Bag with Patches pulls inspiration from the game series with printed and embroidered designs from the games and three extra iron-on patches to further customize your bag! view ON Boxlunch Get Into The Spooky Season With This Last Bag! ©BoxLunch Happy Halloween! Celebrate with the Disney Mickey & Friends Halloween Mini Canvas Tote Bag! This bag features embroidered patches of Mickey, Minnie, Chip, Dale, and Donald Duck as jack-o’-lanterns, alongside some spooky spiders and bats. Although it’s unavailable for shipping, you can still check your local store to see if it’s in stock! view ON boxlunch 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! View the full article

We’re grabbing our sketch pads and pencils and heading straight to Hollywood Studios because The Magic of Disney Animation is almost open! Walt Disney Studios — Animation Building This new area of Walt Disney Studios has so much fun happening, including drawing classes with Olaf, tons of meet-and-greets, a new indoor (and air-conditioned!) playground, and just overall animation fun. With all the new experiences officially opening to the public on September 14th, something else is also coming to Hollywood Studios — a brand-new virtual queue system for the attraction! We spoke with a Cast Member who confirmed that a virtual queue will be in place, specifically for busier days, and we’ll probably see it on the attraction’s official opening day. The virtual queue also won’t be through the My Disney Experience app. You’ll give your phone number to a Cast Member in The Magic of Disney Animation, and you’ll receive a text when you can enter. Dale That means your morning will require a little extra planning before you head over to experience the attraction. The standby queue will not be available, so you won’t be able to physically wait in line. Even with the virtual queue, you typically have to wait a bit before it’s your turn, so don’t expect to avoid all the lines. Mulan and Little Brother We see virtual queues for almost every Disney World opening since they help manage long lines for the most popular attractions (aka brand-new attractions!). Bluey’s Wild World, which opened in Animal Kingdom earlier this year, used a virtual queue but stopped shortly after, and Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets used it for Annual Passholder previews. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Recently, Disney has been adding virtual queues for only a few days or in select situations, rather than for months or years like they did for TRON Lightcycle / Run and Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT, and Rise of the Resistance in Hollywood Studios. TRON Lightcycle / Run Virtual queues are a bit controversial amongst guests. Some don’t find it difficult to join queues and feel it helps manage lines and wait times, but others think it adds unnecessary complication and would prefer waiting in the standby queue for hours at a time. ©Disney Either way, a virtual queue is back at Disney World, and if you want to experience the full Magic of Disney Animation, you’ll want to make sure you know how it works and how to join. We’re here to share everything we know about Walt Disney Studios and the rest of Disney World so you can plan the best vacation ever, so keep following Disney Food Blog for more! FULL GUIDE TO THE MAGIC OF DISNEY ANIMATION AT WALT DISNEY STUDIOS 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 virtual queues? Tell us your thoughts in the comments. View the full article

Disney recently came out with a massive souvenir collection featuring the Disneyland or Walt Disney World logos on dozens of items, so you can always rep your home park. ©Disney Disney’s logo lineup is expanding to have five brand-new colors for every item at both Disneyland and Disney World! This new collection is massive, so here’s EVERYTHING included so you’ll know exactly what to buy before it sells out at rope drop! This beige “Storybook Soft Serve” color inspired by vanilla soft serve will be added to the Disney World and Disneyland merch lineup, featuring this tote bag… ©Disney …micro tote bag… ©Disney …and water bottle! ©Disney Disney is also bringing this new “Main Street, U.S.A.” red color to the lineup, featuring this water bottle… ©Disney And these tote bags and micro tote bags! ©Disney This new “Last Day of Trip Blues” is for the Disney fans already thinking about their next trip while on vacation. This round includes a water bottle… ©Disney …ear headband… ©Disney …fanny pack… ©Disney …sweatshirt and backpack… ©Disney … and a Mickey Mouse plush! ©Disney The “Tiki Tiki Tiki Room” collection features a natural Adventureland-inspired green and includes a sweatshirt, backpack, ear headband, tote bag, micro tote bag, water bottle, necklace, mug, and a Mickey Mouse plush. ©Disney The “Fantasyland Feels” collection is for fans who love twirling in whimsical teacups. This includes a water bottle, sweatshirt, Mickey Mouse plush, tote bag, micro tote bag, ear headband, and a candle! ©Disney These new merch collections will release at both Disneyland and Disney World on November 1st, 2026. We’ll be sure to keep you updated on more Disney World souvenirs as they’re announced. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Disney World news! People Will Seriously Judge You If You Bring These 2 Things 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 What do you think of this new merch collection? Comment below! View the full article

While you’ll normally find us in Disney World and Disneyland, we’re also big fans of checking out other nearby theme parks (as well as international theme parks when we find ourselves in the area). Welcome to Dollywood! Recently, we’ve been taking more trips to Dollywood, and let’s just say that we understand COMPLETELY how people choose this park over Disney World or Disneyland year after year. We didn’t think it was possible, but we’re already thinking about when we can plan our next trip. If you’ve got a trip in the works but don’t know where to start when it comes to planning, we’ve got you covered! Dollywood is located in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, meaning it’s right in the middle of a massive tourist town. There’s plenty to do around the area, but Dollywood remains one of, if not the most, popular spots to experience while you’re in the area. The park just debuted their newest attraction, Nightflight Expedition, and it’s been a massive hit with guests, but there’s plenty more rides where that came from. NightFlight Expedition The dining here is also next level. You’ve likely heard of the Cinnamon Bread, but believe us when we say it’s absolutely worth the hype, and you’ll likely find yourself buying way more than you expected. We certainly found that we couldn’t get enough, but there are also lots of other dining options and snacks that we found ourselves really loving. CINNAMON BREAD! There’s also The Dolly Parton Experience that’s an absolute must-do while you’re there, and always has been. However, it hits especially hard now since Dolly Parton sadly passed away earlier this year. Dollywood has already announced additional plans to honor her legacy, and we’re looking forward to visiting again to experience all there is to offer. The Dolly Parton Experience We know, we know, that’s a LOT to take in, but that’s why we’re here to help! We’ve put together a new guide for you that will help you make sure you plan the perfect trip without missing anything you may want to experience while you’re in the park. We go over what snacks are worth the price, what rides are worth long lines, and when you may want to go so you miss the intense crowds that certain parts of the year see. The best part? It’s totally FREE! And yes, we mean that. It doesn’t cost you a single cent — it’s more than worth it to us if you find that it helps you with an upcoming trip and you leave feeling accomplished and happy. Even if you don’t have a trip immediately planned, snag it now to start studying! That way, you’re a pro by the time the trip comes around. Big Bear Mountain We’ll continue to keep you updated on all the latest Dollywood AND Disney news to help you with your upcoming trips, so stay tuned to DFB! 13 Things at Dollywood That Aren’t Rides, But Should Be On Your List 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 heading to Dollywood soon? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Disney World is technically a judgment-free zone. Wear your matching family shirts. Put seven trading pins on your hat. Carry the popcorn bucket that requires its own seat on the Skyliner. Live your truth. Magic Kingdom But when we asked our team what they quietly judge people for bringing to Disney World, there was one VERY clear category: impractical shoes. And within that category, two particular offenders kept coming up. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Flip Flops Look, we understand the flip-flop argument. It’s Florida. It’s hot. They’re easy. If it rains, you don’t have to spend the next six hours wondering whether your sneakers will ever know dryness again. But Disney World is also a place where you can casually walk 20,000 steps while insisting you “didn’t really do that much today.” ©Amazon A flimsy pair of flip-flops may feel perfectly fine walking from your hotel room to the pool. Magic Kingdom to EPCOT to dinner to “let’s just pop into one more shop” is a different assignment entirely. And nothing ruins the evening quite like realizing your feet resigned three hours ago and neglected to tell you. Instead of sacrificing your feet, we suggest you grab these supportive sandals! The key word here is supportive. These comfy sandals give you a warm-weather option without relying on a paper-thin piece of foam and optimism to carry you around EPCOT. ©Amazon They’re a particularly good compromise if you want something cooler and more open than a sneaker but still plan on spending a full day in the parks. view ON AMAZON High Heels We respect the commitment to your fashion. Truly. But when we see someone crossing EPCOT in a pair of towering heels, our first thought is usually, “How?” Our second is, “HOW?” Hey there, Daisy! Disney pavement does not care how great those shoes looked with the outfit back in the hotel room. Between uneven surfaces, long attraction queues, standing around waiting for transportation, and the sheer acreage involved in a Disney day, heels can turn into an extremely glamorous form of self-sabotage. There are plenty of ways to look cute at Disney World without sacrificing your feet for fashion. And since criticizing without providing solutions is just rude, we have some alternatives. This recommendation comes with a six-year backlog of proof. ©Amazon One member of our team has bought a new pair of these shoes whenever she needs replacements for the past five or six years. Not tried once. Not “these were pretty good on one trip.” Five or six YEARS. They’re her favorites, and when you find a shoe that reliably gets you through Disney World days without your feet waving a white flag in surrender, you tend to become loyal. If you’re looking for a new park shoe, this is the kind of endorsement we pay attention to. view ON AMAZON We love Brooks There’s a reason you’ll see plenty of serious walking and running shoes wandering around Disney World. You are doing some serious walking. These Brooks are another option for anyone who wants to prioritize comfort and support over discovering exactly how many blisters one human foot can produce. ©Amazon And yes, we know sneakers take up more suitcase space than flip-flops. Your feet do not care about your packing efficiency. view ON AMAZON Your Feet Have to Make It to Day Four We’re not saying you can’t wear flip-flops or heels to Disney World. Some people can conquer an entire park day in shoes that would have us calling for medical transport somewhere around the Germany pavilion. We have questions, but also respect. Brooks Ghost 17 For the rest of us, comfortable and supportive shoes are among the least exciting Disney purchases, yet they can have the BIGGEST impact on a trip. Because your park outfit may be adorable, but there is nothing particularly magical about hobbling back to your hotel room at the end of the night. Choose wisely. 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! View the full article

Recently, we got a chance to get a good look inside The Magic of Disney Animation, the last part of the big Animation Courtyard overhaul in Disney’s Hollywood Studios to convert the space into The Walt Disney Studios. We got to see everything happening inside the building, including Olaf Draws!, the Drawn to Wonderland playground, the new store, and so much more. The Magic of Disney Animation Now, The Magic of Disney Animation wasn’t set to open until September 14th, but we visited it today, and guess what? The attraction has soft-opened! Yes, it’s opened early! When we visited Hollywood Studios today, we noticed that The Magic of Disney Animation was open to visitors. The doors have been thrown open, and visitors were making their way inside. It’s open! Now, we were wondering about crowds and how Disney has planned for them, so we spoke with a Cast Member who confirmed that there will be a virtual queue in place, specifically for busier days. This wasn’t in use today, but we’ll probably see it on the attraction’s official opening day. The virtual queue is also not going to be through the My Disney Experience app. It will be where you’ll give your phone number to a Cast Member, and you’ll receive a text when you can enter. A peek inside The Magic of Disney Animation is sort of like many attractions in one. First, you’ve got Olaf Draws!, where an animatronic Olaf, with the help of a video of a Disney animator, teaches you how to draw an iconic Disney character. Olaf is drawing with us! In “Off The Page,” you can meet up with some of your favorite characters in different settings inspired by animation studio departments. Chip ‘n’ Dale The Drawn to Wonderland playground is an indoor, air-conditioned playground for kids inspired by Mary Blair’s concept art for Alice in Wonderland. The Tugley Woods at Drawn to Wonderland You can watch the Emmy-winning Disney short “Once Upon A Studio” in the Once Upon A Studio Theater. Once Upon a Studio You can even interact with some of the artwork inside the building in new and unexpected ways, plus you’ll want to hunt down all the Easter eggs. There’s so much to do inside. And now, anyone can visit it (but like we said, you might need to wait in a virtual queue to get inside). We’re excited for everyone to see this new space! Let’s go! In the meantime, we’ll keep you updated on ALL Disney World news, so stay tuned to DFB for more. 18 NEW Hidden Details Inside Hollywood Studios (Including a Robin Williams Easter Egg!) Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be visiting The Magic of Disney Animation soon? What are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

The Orlando International Airport is one of the busiest airports in the United States, which makes sense considering everyone coming to and from Disney World and Universal Studios goes through it. Orlando International Airport MCO offers a bunch of domestic and international flights, and now a new nonstop flight is being added! The nonstop route was just announced by Frontier Airlines, and we’re going to give you all the details we know as of right now. The agents at Small World Vacations know how to save money on your Disney Vacation! When you book your trip with Small World Vacations, their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings. They also 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. Frontier Airlines just announced a major expansion, with its first-ever service to South America, introducing new nonstop international routes from Orlando International Airport, according to Frontier. The airline applied for authorization with Colombia’s civil aviation authority, Aerocivil, to launch the flights, according to WFTV9. Frontier Plane at the Orlando Airport The new routes will launch in December, and they will connect Orlando International Airport (MCO) to El Dorado International Airport in Bogotá (BOG), Rafael Núñez International Airport in Cartagena (CTG), and José María Córdova International Airport in Medellín (MDE). To celebrate the brand-new service and the airline’s introduction to Colombia, Frontier is offering fares starting at $99. Flying on Frontier “This is an exciting day for Frontier and for travelers as we announce our first-ever service to South America,” said vice president of public and consumer affairs at Frontier Airlines, Tyri Squyres. “We believe there is strong, unmet demand for low-cost travel between Orlando and Colombia, and we look forward to offering affordable flight options between these two magnificent destinations.” Frontier “We are pleased to support Frontier’s continued growth at Orlando International Airport with the launch of its new nonstop service to Bogotá, Medellín and Cartagena,” said Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, Lance Lyttle. “Expanding airline options on these routes gives travelers more choice, strengthens our connectivity with Colombia, and reflects the strong demand for affordable international travel between Central Florida and South America.” ©Frontier Airlines If you’re interested in any of the new routes, Frontier has dropped the service start dates and prices. Take a look below: Service to Medellín, Colombia (MDE) – starts on December 10th, 2026, with daily service frequency. The starting price is $169. Service to Bogotá, Colombia (BOG) – starts on December 14th, 2026, with daily service frequency. The starting price is $99. Service to Cartagena, Colombia (CTG) – starts on December 19th, 2026, with a service frequency of once a week. The starting price is $129. ©Frontier Airlines Make sure to follow us at the Disney Food Blog because we’ve got you covered with all the latest travel news and updates! We’ve Got Good News If You’re Flying To This Florida Airport 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 Are you going to be making travel plans soon? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

If you have a sweet tooth and you’ll be at Downtown Disney soon, then you need to have Disney’s newest candy on your radar! So many options! You can fill up a bag or mini trash can at Downtown Disney’s brand-new bulk candy station! A bag of the brand-new bulk candy alone is $14.99, and you can bundle it with a souvenir container. The Main Street, U.S.A. Novelty Candy Container is $14.99 with any bulk candy purchase, so this souvenir will be $29.98 before tax. You can find both the bulk candy and the souvenir trash can in at the Wonderful World of Sweets in Downtown Disney. Trash cans!!! You can choose from so many different types of brand-new bulk candies to fill your bag or trash can up with, including Butterfly Gummies from The Netherlands, Raspberry Gummies from The Netherlands, Raspberry Jellies from The Netherlands, Fruit-flavored Gummies from Italy, and Banana and Strawberry-flavored Gummies from The Netherlands. The candies we tried were so yummy and packed with fruit flavor! So many options! These Main Street, U.S.A. Novelty Candy Containers are miniature replicas of the iconic Main Street, U.S.A. trash cans you’ll find at Disneyland and Magic Kingdom! With swinging side lids and a flip-top opening, they’ve got all the charm of their full-sized cousins, just shrunk down and filled with sugar (how amazing is that?!). The display These are identical to the versions sold in Disney World, which you can find at Main Street Confectionery in Magic Kingdom. We got ours there last year, and it’s quickly become one of our favorite Disney souvenirs! We filled our trash can with M&Ms! We’ll be sure to update you on more fun Disneyland snacks. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Disney food news! A NEW Disneyland Bathroom Just Opened (And You’re Gonna LOVE IT!) Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of this Main Street, U.S.A. trash can candy container? Comment below! View the full article

We’re sharing some of our favorite Loungefly hacks that have held up to countless hours in the Disney World parks! We love our Loungeflys! If you’ve been following us for a while, you probably know that Loungefly is one of our go-to brands for park bags. We can’t resist the perfect combination of convenient size AND unique Disney designs! And these hacks take our love for Loungefly park bags to the next level. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Ready to rock your Loungefly around Disney World like an expert? We’ve got you covered! Use a Bag Organizer for Maximum Efficiency We’re starting off with a two-for-one hack, courtesy of this game-changing Mini-Backpack Organizer! Since the main compartment of a Loungefly backpack is a big, open pocket, this helps keep things organized and separated for easy access. No more digging to the bottom of your bag in search of something that suddenly seems impossibly small, like a wayward lip balm or pen for character autographs! ©Amazon Plus, this also makes it SUPER easy to transfer all of your essentials between bags if you’ve got a few different Loungeflys you plan to use throughout your trip. That officially makes this hack a win-win! View on Amazon Pick the Right Size Water Bottle Speaking of tips that touch on multiple things at once, we’re constantly reminding people just how essential it is to bring a Refillable Water Bottle to the park so you can stay hydrated without spending a fortune on bottled water. And if you plan to use a Loungefly as your park bag, you might want to opt for a slightly smaller one, like this Owala Water Bottle, so you have enough room to slip it inside your bag. Ariel Owala Water Bottle As tempting as it might be to grab a big water jug to REALLY stay hydrated, we prefer the trade-off of filling up our bottle a few more times while being able to slip it inside our bag! View on Amazon Clip Your Minnie Ears to Your Bag Since the Loungefly mini-backpacks are smaller than some other park bag options like a standard backpack, we love any creative solutions that help us unlock some extra storage capacity. That’s why we’re fans of these Minnie Ear Holder Keychains that let us clip our ears securely to the outside of our bag when we need to take them off throughout the day. ©Amazon The keychain is easy to clip on and off, so you can loop it through whichever strap on your bag works best. If you’re an avid Minnie Ears wearer, this little accessory is a HUGE help both for saving some space in your bag and keeping your ears from getting squished inside! View on Amazon Customize Your Loungefly Bag with Charms We adore the fun, unique designs on Loungefly bags, and the maximalist in us can’t resist taking the flair to the next level with some gorgeous Bag Charms. With bag charms, we can get hyper-specific with repping our Disney favorites (like these Disney Food Charms, obviously!). Plus, it lets us switch up our accessories day-to-day without taking up all the space in our luggage with a bunch of different bags for each day of the trip. ©Amazon Whether you’re more of a single charm person or want to go all-out with tons of bag charms, the world is your oyster with this customization trick! View on Amazon We’re longtime Loungefly fans, and these are a few of our favorite hacks that we’ve picked up after years of carrying their bags around Disney World. We’ll report back with more of our top tips and tricks, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for the latest updates! View the full article

Disney… we are begging you to stop playing with our feelings right now! Cinderella Castle You took away Doctor Seeker, the Miss Piggy Fountain is gone forever, and Aerosmith left Hollywood Studios. We understood these changes, even if they made us sad. Now, Disney has taken away something subtle, but our hearts are BROKEN. Disney, we really can’t understand why you made this change. This news takes us into Fantasyland at Pinocchio Village Haus, where we unexpectedly had our worlds rocked today. If you don’t know, this quick service, which serves up flatbreads and more, has windows that look directly into the famous attraction “it’s a small world”! A snack in front of the “it’s a small world” window! These windows look directly into the ride so you can enjoy your bites while getting a new point of view of fun in Disney World. This is easily one of our favorite spots to sit in the restaurant because you can wave to the people below as they go on the happiest cruise ever. What was even MORE fun were the signs you could find at these tables! The signs! These signs gave riders below directions and silly prompts so you could interact with each other and make fun memories. We LOVED holding the signs up and seeing if other guests would play along. If you’ve noticed we’re talking in the past tense, it’s because Disney has permanently retired these signs! Here it is on the table! During a review today, our reporter asked the Cast Members where the signs were, and the Cast Member mentioned they were no longer available. Shocked, we proceeded to ask three more Cast Members to confirm. All four Cast Members confirmed the signs were gone forever. Some of the Cast Members mentioned that people had “taken” the signs, which caused problems with keeping them on the tables. They didn’t confirm if that is why Disney removed the signs for guests. CLAP if you’re sad! This was just one subtle way that Disney created magical interactions between guests, so we are seriously sad to see this go. We’re hoping that this won’t be forever and one day the interactive signs will return to the restaurant, but there is no indication of that at the time of writing. Luckily, the Blue Fairy’s Wishing Book is still there for guests to write their hopes, wishes, and dreams down if you want a magical, interactive moment in the restaurant. Pinocchio Village Haus We are just hoping that this is a temporary pause rather than a permanent removal. Be sure to keep following DisneyFoodBlog for more Disney news, updates, and more. 4 Changes Coming to Magic Kingdom Next Month 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? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Disney Adults have very specific shopping habits. We can spend months debating the merits of a new Loungefly, but put a genuinely useful park-day gadget in front of us and suddenly it’s in the cart before you can say, “free shipping.” We love our essentials And right now, Amazon has quite a few things that immediately made us think, “Yep, Disney trip.” From the charger that can rescue multiple devices to the pillows that might make your own bedroom feel a little more like vacation, these are the Amazon finds Disney Adults should have on their radar this weekend. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. USB-C + Magnetic Charger Disney trips are basically an endurance test for your phone battery. Between checking wait times, taking approximately 600 photos of Cinderella Castle, mobile ordering lunch, and trying to figure out where everyone wandered off to, that battery percentage can disappear FAST. Anker 621 Magnetic Portable Charger We like that this charger gives you options. You can use USB-C or magnetic charging, which means fewer little technological headaches when you’re already trying to make a Lightning Lane on the other side of EPCOT. view ON AMAZON Hotel-Style Pillows You know THE hotel pillows. The ones that somehow convince you that your mattress at home has personally betrayed you. ©Amazon If returning from Disney has ever sent you on a quest to recreate that fluffy hotel-bed situation, these pillows belong on your list. Vacation is temporary. Dramatically improving your pillow arrangement can be forever. view ON AMAZON Comfy Walking Shoes There are some Disney purchases you can debate. Comfortable shoes are not one of them. A park day can mean miles and miles of walking, and by the time you’re limping toward the bus stop at night, those cute-but-questionable shoes from the morning will have revealed themselves as your enemy. ©Amazon Grab a comfortable pair here and, importantly, break them in BEFORE your vacation. view ON AMAZON Portable Noise Machine Disney hotel walls occasionally have a fascinating ability to introduce you to complete strangers. Kids running down the hallway. Doors closing. Someone apparently reorganizing a suitcase at midnight. Dreamegg Portable Travel White Noise Machine A portable noise machine can help turn all of that into somebody else’s problem while you get some much-needed sleep before rope drop. It’s also a tiny piece of sanity for families traveling with kids who are used to sleeping with white noise at home. view ON AMAZON Flat Extension Cord There are never enough outlets exactly where you need them. Someone needs to charge a phone. Someone else has a watch. There’s a portable battery involved. Maybe a sound machine. Suddenly your hotel room looks like Mission Control. Flat Plug Power Strip This flat extension cord makes sharing that limited outlet real estate much easier, and the flat design is particularly handy when space is tight. view ON AMAZON Loungefly Organizer Loungefly bags are adorable. The archaeological dig that sometimes happens inside them? Less adorable. This organizer gives everything a designated home, so you’re not elbow-deep in your backpack looking for lip balm while the person behind you in line quietly reevaluates all of their life choices. Loungefly Organizer For anyone who loves carrying a Loungefly in the parks but wants a little more structure inside, this is SUCH a smart addition. view ON AMAZON Frogg Toggs Poncho We own this one, and yes, it has survived the Disney World weather test. The Frogg Toggs poncho is lightweight, easy to carry, and comes with its own pouch, which is exactly what we want from something that may spend 90% of the vacation tucked inside a park bag. Frogg Toggs Poncho Then the Florida sky turns black at 3:17 PM, and suddenly it becomes the most important thing you packed. view ON AMAZON Our Amazon Carts Are Ready Disney Adults know that some of the best Disney purchases don’t actually have Mickey Mouse printed on them. They’re the things that make long park days easier, hotel rooms more comfortable, and rainy afternoons slightly less soggy. view OUR AMAZON STOREFRONT And keep checking back with us because we’re always hunting down the Disney finds actually worth making room for in your suitcase… and your Amazon cart. Don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

Six Flags Magic Mountain just announced the breathtaking details of a NEW record-breaking coaster that’s coming to the Valencia, California park. ©Six Flags The new coaster, Thrill Glider, is set to debut at the park next year. According to the park, the new hybrid coaster will combine motorbike-style seats (dubbed “hovercycles”) with a traditional suspended ride track that will traverse launches and inversions, including a zero-g roll and 12 airtime moments, at speeds reaching 50 mph. The Vekoma-designed coaster will set a series of records and industry firsts when it opens, including: World’s First Thrillglider World’s First Multi-Launch Thrillglider World’s Longest Thrillglider – 3,380 feet, which is more than half a mile World’s Fastest Thrillglider – 50 mph World’s Tallest Thrillglider – 107 feet Most Inversions on a Thrillglider – 5 Despite these record-breaking elements, the coaster will feature a minimum height requirement of just 48 inches, making it more accessible than some of the park’s other coasters for younger riders. In addition, Thrill Glider will also include an in-depth backstory that’s more fleshed out than most Six Flags attractions. The ride’s queue will place riders at the headquarters of “QuantumPulse Propulsion Systems,” a fictional technology company that discovers “PSR B417,” a “powerful new energy source with the potential to transform the future.” This “Futurist Pavilion” queue experience will feature displays and holographic exhibits designed to expand on and immerse guests in the attraction’s backstory. ©Six Flags Brian Oerding, park president of Six Flags Magic Mountain.said Thrill Glider is “more than a new attraction. It is the latest milestone in Six Flags Magic Mountain’s renaissance and a reflection of the park’s enduring role as an industry innovator.” ©Six Flags Thrill Glider will be the latest coaster to join Magic Mountain’s stacked lineup, which has led to the park being billed as the “Thrill Capital of the World.” Other well-known coasters at the park include The New Revolution, Goliath, Tatsu, Twisted Colossus, and Wonder Woman Flight of Courage, nearly all of which either currently hold world records or held them upon opening. ©Six Flags || Magic Mountain Thrill Glider is scheduled to open at Magic Mountain in 2027. Stay tuned to DFB for further coverage of the coaster’s development and debut. Universal’s New Roller Coaster is So Loud That Neighbors Have Been Complaining 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 Looking forward to riding Thrill Glider? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

When it comes to navigating a Disney World vacation, the most helpful tool you can have is the My Disney Experience app on your phone. The My Disney Experience app can do everything from opening your Disney World hotel room door to acting as your park ticket, as well as let you Mobile Order food, use Mobile Checkout when buying souvenirs, book Lightning Lanes, and so much more. My Disney Experience App That’s why we always want to give you a heads up when changes happen on the app. And we recently noticed a new change that we want to make you aware of. In the past, when you checked out a restaurant on the My Disney Experience app and clicked on “View Menu,” you’d get a long list of the menu items that you would have to scroll through to see what’s what. Well, Disney World has redesigned that part of the app so that when you view a menu, it’s broken down into sections. ©Disney All you have to do is click on the little arrow or section name, and the app then shows you a dropdown of everything under that section. Yes, the menus are a little better organized and much easier to read now! ©Disney This might not seem like a MAJOR change, but if you want to look at something specific like entrees or desserts available at a restaurant, it’s a lot easier to find what you need. You no longer have to keep scrolling through the long menu list to find those sections. ©Disney Now, more big changes will be coming to My Disney Experience this year. The app will soon include a trip checklist, an AI-powered search, and updated booking tools. We can’t wait to try out these new tools for ourselves. In the meantime, we’ll keep you updated on other app changes, so stay tuned to DFB for more. My Disney Experience — The Online Planning Tool for Your Walt Disney World 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 do you think of this change? Let us know in the comments! View the full article