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Disney World is the Most Magical Place on Earth. It can also, on any given Tuesday, feel like one of the most crowded places on Earth. Cinderella Castle If your idea of a perfect vacation involves a good snack, a quiet bench, and absolutely zero strangers asking you to join a conga line, we get it. Loving Disney and loving personal space are NOT mutually exclusive. So we rounded up the spots that are toughest on introverted Disney adults, including a few brand-new ones that have popped up with recent park and hotel changes. Even better, we’ve got an escape plan for every single one. The Plaza Gardens Located in front of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom, the gardens are pretty much always packed with people. Early in the day, they’re the setting for hundreds to thousands of photos, while later they become one of the most densely packed areas to watch Magic Kingdom shows, parades, and nighttime spectacular fireworks. In other words, they can be a bit of a nightmare for those who don’t like being around people. And with the Disney Starlight nighttime parade now in the mix, the hub fills up earlier in the evening and stays full longer. While the area is a bit tough to avoid while traversing the park, we’d recommend planning to watch parades and fireworks in slightly less crowded locations. Magic Kingdom means LOTS of walking How to escape: For fireworks: Head behind the castle to Fantasyland. The view is off-center, but you’ll have room to breathe and a head start on the exit crowd. Or leave the park entirely and watch from the beach at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. For parades: Skip the hub and Main Street, U.S.A. and grab a spot farther along the route in Liberty Square or Frontierland, where the crowd is usually only a row or two deep. For a mid-day breather: Ride the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover (ten glorious minutes of nobody talking to you), or duck into the new pop-up lounge at The Diamond Horseshoe in Liberty Square. It has air conditioning, shareable bites, and a self-playing piano that will never once ask where you’re visiting from. It’s only around for a limited time this fall, so enjoy it while you can. One sad update for longtime introverts: Tom Sawyer Island and the Liberty Square Riverboat, two of the park’s all-time great hiding spots, closed for good in July 2025 to make room for the upcoming Cars-themed Piston Peak area. The construction walls have also made the walkways in that corner of the park tighter than they used to be, so give yourself extra time (and patience) there. Piston Peak Construction Over the Top Meals There are several meals across Disney World that can be a bit… much for introverted guests. Whether it’s the “family” of waiters at Hollywood Studios’ 50’s Prime Time Café demanding guests keep their elbows off the table and clean their plates, or the servers at the Wilderness Lodge’s Whispering Canyon inundating their tables with ketchup, these experiences can be a bit of a sensory overload for some guests. Our whole meal at Whispering Canyon And they’re not alone. At Roundup Rodeo BBQ in Toy Story Land, the whole dining room is expected to freeze when a server yells that Andy’s coming. Over at Biergarten in EPCOT’s Germany pavilion, you may be seated at a long communal table with total strangers (while a band plays). We’d definitely recommend researching the environment of a restaurant before making a dining reservation. How to escape: Instead of 50’s Prime Time Café: Grab a seat next door at Tune-In Lounge. You can order from the same menu (hello, fried chicken and PB&J milkshake) without anyone checking whether you finished your green beans. Instead of Whispering Canyon: Walk down to Geyser Point Bar & Grill on the water at Wilderness Lodge. It’s open-air, laid-back, and the loudest thing there is usually the boat horn. If you’re already seated: Quietly tell your server you’d rather sit this one out. Cast Members at these restaurants are pros at reading the table, and most will happily dial it back. 50’s Prime Time Cafe The Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Cockpit Smugglers Run has always been a little awkward for introverts. You’re sealed in a six-seat cockpit, often with strangers, and everyone has a job to do. But the back-row engineer seats used to be a safe place to hide. Not anymore! When the ride’s new mission with the Mandalorian and Grogu debuted in May, the engineers got the biggest upgrade. One of them now chooses where the entire crew flies next (Bespin, Coruscant, or the wreckage of the second Death Star), and there’s a button to call Grogu mid-flight. It’s a much better ride, but it also means every seat on the Falcon now comes with responsibility and an audience. How to escape: Ask for a gunner. When the Cast Member hands out role cards, politely request the middle row. Gunners can pick a simpler first-timer setting, and nobody’s fate depends on your steering. Decompress after. The seating tucked in the back of Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo is one of the calmer corners of Batuu. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run The Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Pre-Show Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster reopened in May with The Muppets in charge, and we love the Electric Mayhem as much as anyone. But the pre-show still takes place in the same recording studio room as before, which means you’ll be standing shoulder to shoulder with a few dozen strangers while Scooter tries to get the band out the door. How to escape: Hang back. Let the eager folks rush in first and settle along the back wall, where there’s more elbow room. Head for the new quiet zone. The Magic of Disney Animation opened in September in the reimagined Walt Disney Studios courtyard, and it might be the most introvert-friendly addition to this park in years. You can sit in the dark and watch a short film at the Once Upon a Studio Theater, or grab a pencil at Olaf Draws and quietly sketch a character. No small talk required. Pre-show The Beak and Barrel Magic Kingdom’s Pirates of the Caribbean tavern is gorgeous, the drinks are fun, and reservations are still tough to snag. It’s also a lot. The room is small and lively; there’s a 45-minute time limit (and yes, the crew will remind you), and you don’t get to choose where you sit. You might get a cozy table, or you might end up at a standing table or shoulder to shoulder at the bar. If you booked this hoping for a quiet drink in a dark corner, that’s not a guarantee. How to escape: Know before you go. Treat it like an attraction with drinks, not a lounge. Go in expecting a rowdy 45 minutes, and you’ll have a much better time. Pick the calmer option. The limited-time pop-up lounge at The Diamond Horseshoe is a short walk away in Liberty Square, and it’s a far more relaxed place to sit with a cocktail. Take a walk. Swiss Family Treehouse is right there in Adventureland. It rarely has a line, nobody talks to you, and the view from the top is lovely. The Beak and Barrel Hurly-Burly at Disney’s BoardWalk Disney World’s newest lounge opened on October 1st in the old Jellyrolls space, and the name is true to advertising. Hurly-Burly opens at 4PM with host-led trivia and games for the whole family, then switches to a 21-and-up live music venue at 9PM. When we visited on opening day, the host worked the room and asked guests where they were from. If the phrase “audience interaction” makes you want to hide under the table, consider yourself warned. There are also no reservations, so you’ll be joining a walk-up waitlist. How to escape: Use the walk-up window. It opens at 11 AM and serves cocktails, beer, wine, and a Caramel Corn Cold Brew. Grab a drink and take a slow lap around Crescent Lake instead. Time it right. The entertainment runs 30 minutes on, 30 minutes off. Arrive during a break, and you can enjoy your velvet booth in relative peace. Go next door. AbracadaBar, just down the BoardWalk, is small, dim, and far more low-key. Hurly-Burly Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa The redesigned lobby now has its own bar, The Perch, so the space is more of a hangout than it used to be. Construction also continues in parts of the resort through early 2027, including the covered entrance. How to escape: At the Grand Floridian: Book the tea experience at the Garden View Lounge, which reopened this past March. It’s seated, unhurried, and by reservation. And if holiday lobby crowds stress you out, here’s a silver lining: the giant gingerbread house is not returning this year, so the lobby should be a little easier to cross. Head to the Polynesian: Skip the bustling Great Ceremonial House and wander over to the Island Tower. It has its own lobby and its own restaurant, Wailulu Bar & Grill, and it’s noticeably quieter. The Grand Floridian Resort We’ll keep hunting for hiding spots as Disney World keeps changing, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest. The 5 Best Disney World Hotels for Introverts Stay in the know about all the changes coming to Disney World for 2027 by watching the video below! 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 Where’s your favorite place to escape the crowds in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

It’s tiiime for the Festival of the Holidays! From November 27th to December 30th, EPCOT will turn into a winter wonderland featuring great food, live entertainment, and TONS of cookies. Candlelight Processional! Candlelight Processional is one of the most popular entertainment offerings. A celebrity narrator takes the stage with a 51-piece orchestra and choir to tell the Christmas story. Even with three shows a night, there’s almost always a massive line for seats. If you want a guaranteed seat for the Candlelight Processional, now’s your chance. Candlelight Dinner Packages are open for booking! With a Candlelight Processional Dining Package, you get guaranteed seating through a special entrance and a full meal at the restaurant of your choice. Choose a reserved seat in the front half of the theater to be even closer to your favorite narrators. These dining packages can go fast, so be ready to grab them! Dining package entrance for EPCOT Festival of the Holidays’ Candlelight Processional Here are all the prices for each restaurant’s dinner package: Participating Restaurants Adult (ages 10+) Child (ages 3 to 9) Dining Plan Akershus Royal Banquet Hall Norway Pavilion $87 $59 2 Table-Service Meals Biergarten Restaurant Germany Pavilion $75 $40 1 Table-Service Meal Chefs de France France Pavilion $89 $37 1 Table-Service Meal Coral Reef Restaurant The Living Seas $82 $34 1 Table-Service Meal Garden Grill Restaurant The Land Pavilion $73 – Breakfast $86 – Lunch/Dinner $46 – Breakfast $55 – Lunch/Dinner 1 Table-Service Meal La Crêperie de Paris France Pavilion $59 $31 1 Table-Service Meal La Hacienda de San Ángel Mexico Pavilion $86 $37 1 Table-Service Meal Le Cellier Steakhouse Canada Pavilion $109 $44 2 Table-Service Meals Nine Dragons Restaurant China Pavilion $70 $30 1 Table-Service Meal Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue (Same-Day Dining Packages Only) American Adventure Pavilion $43 $26 Not Eligible Rose & Crown Dining Room United Kingdom Pavilion $68 $31 1 Table-Service Meal Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya Japan Pavilion $85 $40 1 Table-Service Meal Spice Road Table Morocco Pavilion $63 $26 1 Table-Service Meal Teppan Edo Japan Pavilion $89 $40 1 Table-Service Meal Tutto Italia Ristorante Italy Pavilion $85 $36 1 Table-Service Meal Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria Italy Pavilion $71 $33 1 Table-Service Meal Tutto Italia spread Here’s the full up-to-date list of Celebrity Narrators for the Candlelight Processional. Disney hasn’t yet announced who will be narrating on Thanksgiving weekend, so the list will likely be updated soon. Nov. 27 & 28 – To Be Announced Nov. 29 – Dec. 1 – Gary Sinise Dec. 2 & 3 – Benjamin Bratt (NEW) Dec. 4 & 5 – Whoopi Goldberg Dec. 6 & 7 – Robin Roberts (NEW) Dec. 8 & 9 – Jason Kelce (NEW) Dec. 10 – 12 – Neil Patrick Harris Dec. 13 & 14 – Josh Groban (NEW) Dec. 15 & 16 – Lauren Daigle Dec. 17 – 19 – Ralph Macchio Dec. 20 & 21 – Henry Winkler Dec. 22 & 23 – Lacey Chabert (NEW) Dec. 24 & 25 – Jodi Benson Dec. 26 & 27 – Simu Liu Dec. 28 – 30 – Eva Longoria Chrissy Metz at the EPCOT Candlelight Processional We’ll be sure to keep you updated on more Festival of the Holidays news. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Disney World price increases! FULL LIST of Everything You Can See and Do at the 2026 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Want to know about all of the festive food you can eat during the Festival of the Holidays? We tried EVERYTHING last year to give you the inside scoop in our YouTube video! DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Get All the Details About Disney Jollywood Nights Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you planning to see the Candlelight Processional on your visit to the Festival of the Holidays? Comment below! View the full article

Disney Cruise Line continues to grow. A new ship, the Disney Adventure, just launched this year (and we were there for its maiden voyage!). Disney has also announced the Disney Believe, which will set sail in 2027. In addition, three NEW ships are being built to set sail between 2029 and 2031. ©Disney However, the most exciting news we’ve heard recently from Disney Cruise Line is about a brand new ship that will set sail from Japan, a first for Disney Cruise Line. Disney revealed new details about this ship, and we’re going to fill you in on all the good stuff! The new cruise ship will be called the Disney Imagination and will set sail on its maiden voyage in spring 2029. Disney has partnered with Oriental Land Company to create the new ship with sailings in Japan. The ship is a sister ship to the Disney Wish and “will feature many guest-favorite venues and experiences from that ship [the Wish] with select modifications specially designed with Japanese guests in mind.” ©Disney A big Disney Cruise Line tradition is featuring a character on the stern, and Disney Imagination will feature Ariel from The Little Mermaid alongside Sebastian and friends from beneath the sea. Using her dinglehopper, she will help paint the ship’s name. On board, you can expect Broadway-style entertainment, opportunities to meet characters, food and beverage, dedicated spaces for kids, tweens, and teens, exclusive adult-only areas, and the incredible hospitality Disney Cruise Line is known for. It will sail from Tokyo and will invite guests aboard a ship “powered by creativity and optimism, where families will be encouraged to embrace and experience imagination that has always been at the heart of Disney storytelling like never before.” On board the Disney Adventure The new ship will weigh around 140,000 gross tons and will be powered by liquefied natural gas. It will also have a total of 1,250 staterooms and will hold around 4,000 guests. The ship will be built at Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany, which is where many of Disney Cruise Line’s ships have been built. We’re so excited to get to know Disney Cruise Line’s new ship, as well as excited about sailings in Japan. We’ll keep an eye out for more details about the new ship and keep you updated, so stay tuned to DFB for more. This Mistake Could Ruin Your Disney Cruise (and It’s SO Easy to Make) DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO What do you think about this new Disney Cruise Line ship so far? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Disney Imagination Ship Revealed! Sailing 2029🚢View the full article

Big news is making waves! Today, we’re excited to share the name of the first Disney cruise ship that will sail from Japan: Disney Imagination. Beginning in spring 2029, Disney Imagination will set sail from Tokyo, inviting guests aboard a ship powered by creativity and optimism, where families will be encouraged to embrace and experience the imagination that has always been at the heart of Disney storytelling like never before. Disney Imagination will be the first ship in Disney Cruise Line Japan, a Disney-branded cruise business operated by Oriental Land Co., Ltd. (OLC), the company that owns and operates Tokyo Disney Resort under license from Disney. Building on a longstanding relationship that has created unforgettable Disney experiences for guests in Japan, Disney and OLC are bringing the magic of a Disney cruise vacation to families at sea. Ariel Sets Sail on the Stern of the Disney Imagination A signature tradition aboard every Disney Cruise Line ship is the character featured on the stern, and Disney Imagination is no exception. For this ship, Ariel from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ The Little Mermaid will take her place on the stern alongside Sebastian and friends from beneath the sea. Using her beloved dinglehopper, Ariel will create the ship’s name in a playful tribute to her curiosity and adventurous spirit. What to Look Forward to on the Disney Imagination When Disney Imagination sets sail, you can enjoy: Disney storytelling from bow to stern Broadway-style entertainment exclusive to Disney Cruise Line Opportunities to connect with your favorite Disney characters Food and beverage experiences Dedicated spaces for kids, tweens, and teens Exclusive adult-only areas for relaxation The exceptional service and hospitality Disney Cruise Line is known for For adventure, family fun, or relaxation at sea, Disney Imagination will have countless opportunities to make magical memories together. Keep an eye on the Disney Parks Blog for more details as we get closer to Disney Imagination’s debut in 2029. Disney Believe Updates: New Disney Cruise Ship Sailing Soon READ MORE Sneak Peek at New Treats and Sips Coming to the Disney Believe READ MORE Disney Wish Headed to New York READ MORE The post Disney Imagination Named as First Disney Cruise Ship Sailing from Japan in 2029 appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

Ariel and Sebastian to adorn the ship’s signature stern as Disney Imagination prepares to debut in spring 2029 Oriental Land Co., Ltd. (OLC) today revealed the name of the first Disney cruise ship that will sail from Japan: Disney Imagination. Scheduled to set sail from Tokyo in spring 2029, Disney Imagination will be the inaugural ship of Disney Cruise Line Japan, a Disney-branded cruise business operated by OLC, the company that owns and operates Tokyo Disney Resort® under license from Disney. The ship will be powered by the creativity and optimism of imagination, which has always been at the heart of Disney storytelling, to bring magical cruise vacations to families in Japan for the first time. Yumiko Takano, Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer of OLC was joined by Ryotaro Shiiba, President of Oriental Land Cruise Co., LTD.; Natacha Rafalski, President of Disney Signature Experiences; and Tracy Wilson, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Disney Cruise Line Operations, for a special ceremony in Tokyo to announce the name and celebrate this important milestone for Disney Cruise Line and OLC. “Today’s announcement of the Disney Imagination marks a significant milestone in the continued expansion of Disney Cruise Line and in our long-standing relationship with Oriental Land Group,” said Natacha Rafalski, president of Disney Signature Experiences. “We are honored to extend the magic of Disney cruising to fans in new markets and create opportunities for Japanese guests to experience a Disney vacation at sea.” Continuing a beloved Disney Cruise Line tradition, the Disney Imagination will feature a signature Disney character on the ship’s stern that embodies the ship’s theme. This ship will feature Ariel from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ The Little Mermaid who, alongside Sebastian and friends from beneath the sea, will use a dinglehopper to draw the ship’s name, a playful tribute to her curiosity, creativity and adventurous spirit. As the newest ship in the Wish class, Disney Imagination will offer guests the dazzling entertainment, exceptional dining, and renowned guest service that define a Disney cruise vacation. Additional details about Disney Imagination, including onboard experiences and future itineraries, will be announced at a later date. The post Disney Imagination Revealed as the First Disney Cruise Ship to Sail from Japan appeared first on Disney Experiences. View the full article

Alright, Star Wars fans, we’re warning you now that you might want to sit down. We’ve got some VERY exciting news, and if you’re anything like the few big fans on our team, this may be the best Disney news you get all week. Mando and Grogu in Disney World Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios is one of the best places to find roaming characters in all of Disney World, but that does mean it can be hard to take a quick photo with them. Unlike regular meet-and-greets, roaming characters wander throughout their land and interact with guests, but they can’t have an actual photo line form. Previously, The Mandalorian and Grogu were characters you could only see wandering, but now that’s changed! There’s now a specific, dedicated spot on the My Disney Experience App for you to meet The Mandalorian and Grogu! You’ll find him near the Millennium Falcon, very close to where Chewbacca himself often meets. If you’re looking for specific times, you’ll find them listed on his page in the app. This means no more hoping he’ll be wandering when you’re in the area — now you know exactly when you can meet them. ©Disney He looks to be meeting throughout the day, beginning at around 10 AM and finishing up around 6 PM. Keep in mind, though, that if the weather isn’t good, he may not meet at his normal times, and schedule changes can take place throughout the day. When in doubt, ask a nearby Cast Member! We found him! When we arrived, the line was decently long, but most of it was in the shade, which is nice for the warmer days that still plague Orlando, despite it being October. The line moved decently quickly, but it will still take a decent amount of time, so pack your patience if you really would like to meet them. Now that they have a designated meeting spot, this means they will very rarely be seen wandering around land, as characters usually have set-in-stone meeting spots OR are roaming — usually not both. The line moved pretty fast! Looking for more Disney’s Hollywood Studios news? Check out our posts below! More Recent Disney's Hollywood Studios News! Meeting This Popular Character Has CHANGED At Disney’s Hollywood StudiosDisney Lightsabers Just Got A Major UPGRADEDisney Construction Updates: For Once, There Were More Openings Than ClosuresNEWS: Disney World’s $400+ Lightning Lane Is SOLD OUT Across All 4 ParksDisney World Files NEW Permits for Park Entrance Updates Want to see some of the fun you can have in the park? Check out our video below! Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney World news! Fans Have QUESTIONS About This Toy Story Land Change and We’re Right There With Them 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 this meet and greet changing? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

It may still be October, but the holiday season is already showing up in the Disney world. ©Amazon Christmas merchandise is starting to arrive, and Loungefly is ready with a few new festive bags. Four new Disney Christmas Loungeflys just landed on Amazon. Whether you’re planning a holiday trip to the parks, looking for the perfect gift for the Disney fan in your life, or just want to add something new to your own collection, these bags are worth a look. Let’s check them out! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. This Minnie Mouse Loungefly is a treat! ©Amazon First up is the Minnie Mouse Candy Cane Backpack. It has a wintry scene in red, white, and pink, plus 3D Minnie ears and a light pink bow on top. The adjustable straps are striped like candy canes. If you want the full set, there’s also a matching Minnie Candy Cane wallet, sold separately. view ON AMAZON Lightning McQueen is ready for the holidays! ©Amazon Cars fans, this one’s for you! The Loungefly Disney Pixar Cars Holiday Light-Up Mini Backpack is another BoxLunch exclusive, and the star on top actually lights up. It has a zippered front pocket, two side pockets, and a fully printed lining. It would be a great pick for your next trip to Cars Land during the holidays. view ON AMAZON Or, you can grab this Mickey and Minnie ice skating bag! ©Amazon The Mickey and Friends Ice Skating Holiday Mini Backpack has artwork on every side. Mickey and Minnie skate together on the front. Chip and Dale build a snowman on the sides, and Donald and Daisy have a snowball fight on the back. The faux leather bag also has a built-in holder for your ear headband, so your Minnie ears don’t get squished when you take them off. It measures about 10.5 inches tall, 9 inches wide, and 4.5 inches deep. view ON AMAZON Need more room? Try this tote! ©Amazon If a mini backpack can’t hold all your stuff, try the Loungefly Disney Mickey and Friends Tote Bag with Coin Bag. This puffy quilted tote shows the Mickey and Friends crew along the bottom, with snowflakes all around them. The detachable coin bag shows Chip on one side and Dale on the other. At about 18 inches tall, 15 inches wide, and 6 inches deep, it has plenty of space for park days or holiday shopping. 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

We’re about to go get McDonald’s WAY more than we were originally planning this month, because now we’re on a mission — we MUST collect all of these new Boo Buckets! Boo Bucket in 2022 That’s right, you read that correctly — McDonald’s is officially bringing back their Boo Buckets for another year this spooky season, but this time, they have a Disney twist to them. We’re as big of a fan of Disney Villains as the next person, and now it’s time to collect the NEW line of Disney Villain themed Boo Buckets that are coming out soon! Snackolator on X (formerly Twitter) has helped release the news about these new Disney Villain Boo Buckets, and we now know there will be five that we can collect. Based on the photo shown, there will be buckets themed to Ursula, Maleficent, Scar, Jafar, and Cruella De Vil. Could this all be because Disney is working on Villains Land in Magic Kingdom? It’s certainly possible! ©Snackolator on X Last year, the Boo Buckets were released on October 21st, but there wasn’t a Disney design — it was the classic Ghost, Pumpkin, and Goblin, plus a Cat and a Zombie. We do know that each bucket this year, like years past, will come with a pack of stickers, so you can decorate yours however you’d like. ©McDonald’s circa 2025 In the past, the buckets have come with Happy Meals, so you can choose between a burger or chicken nuggets, a side, and a beverage. We think the buckets can be great for trick-or-treating purposes, Halloween decorations, or, in our case, you can repurpose them as a planter! Isn’t it cute?! We’ll be sure to keep an ear out for the latest news about this addition, because we know we’ll be running to our local McDonald’s in an effort to collect them all. In the meantime, are you heading to Disney World soon and don’t know where to eat? Check out our helpful video below! Stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news (and McDonald’s, considering the two have a long history, and hey, we just really like McDonald’s)! This NEW Happy Meal Toy Collab Is Going to Make A LOT of Fans Ecstatic 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 one of these are you hoping for the most? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Okay, who’s getting excited about visiting Monstropolis next year in Disney’s Hollywood Studios? We certainly are! We can’t wait to roam the streets where Mike and Sulley spend their lives and check out Harryhausen’s, the Welcome to Monstropolis show, and the new roller coaster based on the movie’s doors scene (which will be opening after the rest of the land). ©Disney Well, we just visited the construction site of Monstropolis and noticed some updates, so we knew we had to share them with you. First up, we got a close-up look at some new details that have been added to one of the buildings in Monstropolis. Some colorful tiles that look almost like dragon (or monster) scales have been added to the top of one of the buildings. The tiles seem to fall into the blue, gold, and brown color schemes. New tiles Here’s a look at the other side of the top of that building where these tiles have been placed. Really, these little details are what’s going to really make this land POP. It’s giving so much personality What’s even more surprising is that Disney has totally jumped the gun and is already selling Monstropolis merchandise! A new merchandise cart popped up in front of the construction site where you can buy Monsters, Inc. souvenirs RIGHT NOW. Talk about getting the anticipation going, huh? The merch cart included the Scream Canister water bottle that we LOVE, plushes, a Monsters University Loungefly bag, shirts, and ears. New merch cart! You can also grab a variety of Monsters, Inc. hats, although we also spotted a Grogu hat, which seems a LITTLE out of place, don’t ‘ya think? Hats Of course, we imagine Disney has special Monstropolis souvenirs that we’ll only see once the new land opens, but for now, you can get ready for the opening of the new land with some fun merchandise. In the meantime, we’ll keep an eye on Monstropolis construction and keep you updated, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more. Disney Fans Have THOUGHTS on the “Grossly Fun” Food Coming to Monstropolis at Hollywood Studios Just what rides and attractions can you enjoy in Disney’s Hollywood Studios? We’re listing them all out for you! 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 Monstropolis so far? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Disney is gearing up for another animated film to hit theaters later this year, and we’ve got a feeling we’re about to walk out of the theater with tear tracks down our faces. ©Disney At D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event this past August, we learned more about the casting for this upcoming film, as well as got a look at some of the designs for the characters and the world. Disney showed the first public scenes from the film back in June, and now, we’ve got even MORE details about this upcoming film, which releases on November 25th, 2026. What we’ve taken away from it all is this — you’re going to want to bring your tissues. Recent interviews with the creative team behind the film have revealed just how much the family dynamic and the relationship between mother and daughter are important to this story. Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Chief Creative Officer Jared Bush stated that it became clear during the process that the team wanted this to be a mother-daughter story, and that they wanted to make sure “that their relationship was actually the star of the film.” Bush continued on to say that the hope is that both parents and kids will watch the film and understand where each other is coming from. For kids, it may be realizing what their parents are experiencing, and for the parents, it may be remembering what it was like to be a teenager. ©Disney He continued on, saying that getting to that point in the film took a lot of intense questioning, such as asking, “Does this feel true to life? Is this as emotional as it could be? And, as you’re watching it, do you believe it?” He described the lock-in between our main characters, mom Alice and teenager Billie, as a “North Star,” stating that once they really dug into why the characters’ communication styles weren’t cohesive with one another and why they were facing the issues they were is when the story got fun, as it allowed them the freedom to really figure out that dynamic. ©Disney Dana Ledoux Miller, one of the writers of the film, also talked about how while the film takes place in a fantasy world, the story is grounded in genuine, deep emotion. She continued, saying, “We’re here to create Disney magic, where people are going to laugh and they’re going to feel something. As long as we’re tracking that, then that’s our North Star. We’re having fun together, and that’s where the great writing comes in.” When talking about the characters specifically, she speaks of how the team found themselves rooting for Alice in the early stages of the process, as both she herself and director Fawn Veerasunthorn are both parents, so they understood her point of view. Tapping into Billie’s younger mindset forced them to remember how it felt to be an early teenager so that audiences can find themselves understanding Billie on a deep level. ©Disney Jason Hand, who also directed the film, mentioned that filmmakers pulled from their own experiences as parents to tell the story, saying, “There are reasons. For Billie to discover what those reasons are, why Alice chose the things she chose, is really fascinating. It’s something we can all relate to in our own lives — finding out something about your parents you maybe didn’t know, like what they wanted to do but never chase. And that makes this a very human story in a very fantastical world.” The interview also revealed that Rashida Jones, who voices Alice, was cast first, and Hailee Steinfeld, who voices Billie, was cast later. Roy Conli, one of the producers of the film, called their performances “so beautiful” and mentioned the “symbiosis” between them. The team really thinks that both parents and kids will really enjoy this film, seeing as both perspectives are so deeply explored. ©Disney When talking about the world created in the film, artists from nearly every department took extra time and care to “develop a system of tactile magic largely influenced by nature, set within a vast, colorful realm.” The audience will be discovering the world of Hexe through Billie’s eyes, and we’ll be learning about the world of magic right alongside her. Jason Hand is quoted saying, “She [Billie] knows all about witches and magic from our human, contemporary world. So, we decided, ‘Let’s lean into that — and then let’s twist her expectations.‘” The magic in Hexe also comes from within the person themselves, so the witch or wizard themselves is a key component of every spell. This means that the team had to figure out what magic looks like for each character, and we’ll also get to see some Easter Eggs to past Disney films in the magic of the realm as well, like the enchanted feather quill pen Quill (voiced by Tracey Ullman) and the magical journal Quire (voiced by Stephen Fry), who greet Billie at the entrance to Hexe. ©Disney The idea that every witch or wizard has their own unique magic is a very important part of the film, and a strong metaphor, with Veerasunthorn saying that the real magic of the film “is your potential. It’s up to you how you manifest it, what you choose to do with it, whether it’s for good or evil.” Want to see more of what happened at D23 when we were there? Check out our video below! We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Disney media news, so stay tuned to DFB! NEWS: Spaceship Earth TV Show Casting And Plot Revealed! 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 film? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

The holiday season at Disney World and Disneyland both officially run from November 13th, 2026 through January 6th, 2027, and it’s one of the BEST times to visit these theme park resorts! The vibes are festive, and there is no shortage of decorations and overlays. Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime parade 2025 There are a few things you may not realize you need when traveling to Disney World during the holiday season. We want to make sure you are 100% prepared for your trip, so we have gathered a list of often forgotten items worth bringing! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Pick up some matching jammies before your trip ©Amazon If you’re staying at a Disney hotel or considering attending a character breakfast, have a little bit of fun and sport these Matching Family Holiday Pajamas! Available in several adult and kid sizes, these matching PJs feature a snowy all-over design of Mickey and his pals skiing. The price on these is HARD to beat, and these are great for in the parks and at home on Christmas morning. A win-win!! BUY ON AMAZON This essential is great for pool days ©Amazon Moana’s Journey of Water in EPCOT will still be open in November, and I promise your littles will still want to get wet. Since the air can be a little more crisp in the mornings and evenings, you will simply want to make sure you’re prepared. Pack a swimsuit, a change of clothes, and a towel! The towel is important because there is a little big of a walk to the closest restroom from Journey of Water, and your littles will be COLD. So bundle them up with a nice towel until you’re able to change them! BUY ON AMAZON Embrace Thanksgiving with this next souvenir ©Amazon November is also the season of giving thanks, and packing something like these Thanksgiving Cards can be used as a way to thank Cast Members who made your trip special, your Mousekeepers, even your kiddos. You can fill these out throughout your trip and make it a way to teach your kiddos how to give thanks throughout the trip! BUY ON AMAZON Decorate your hotel room ©Amazon People go all out decorating rooms and strollers for the holidays, and you can join the fun with these Christmas Gingerbread Window Cling Decorations! This set comes with 12 sheets of Christmas window clings featuring gingerbread characters, mouse-shaped designs, candy, snowflakes, a castle, and more. Pieces can be mixed and matched to create a big gingerbread display! BUY ON AMAZON We love these table decorations! ©Amazon These Mickey and Minnie Gingerbread Wood Table Decorations come in a pack of four sturdy decorations that can stand upright on a plethora of furniture. Designs include Mickey and Minnie as gingerbread characters, as well as a Santa Mickey silhouette block and a Minnie peppermint block. BUY ON AMAZON Deck out your stroller with Christmas lights ©Amazon Perfect for the holiday season (or any season, really), these Stroller Lights are a super fun decoration at the Disney Parks. These LED lights were designed to alert vehicles and pedestrians at night, but can also be used to create festive vibes at Disney! They wrap up to 10 feet and can be bent into various shapes. They come with 16 colors and eight modes, and can withstand splashing water and rain. BUY ON AMAZON Plan for rain with this next essential Our favorite poncho! Speaking of rain, it can still rain quite a bit in November, so make sure you bring rain gear — like this Frogg Toggs Poncho! Available in several different colors and both youth and adult sizes, this reusable poncho is lightweight, breathable, made of durable material, and comes with a carrying bag. BUY ON AMAZON What are some of your favorite things to bring with you on Disney vacations when the holiday season starts? Let us know in the comments, and continue to follow us here at DFB for more great Disney souvenir finds! View the full article

Lace up your sneakers, start stretching, and get yourself to Disney World, because we need to talk about runDisney! ©Disney The next runDisney race is the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend from October 22nd to October 25th. However, as excited as we are, we’re not here to talk about that race. We want to talk about the 2027 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, because we just got a first look at the medals! From January 6th to January 10th, 2027, Disney World will be celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Walt Disney World Half Marathon. Fans and athletes from all over the world are invited to participate in the race led by Donald Duck, who will be the star of the show throughout the weekend. runDisney setup Being a part of the race is so much fun, and the exclusive Disney medals are the cherry on top! Disney just dropped a first look at the medals coming to the 2027 Walt Disney World Half Marathon, and we’re loving each and every one of them. Mickey’s pal Pluto is featured on the 5K medal, and as you can see, Donald Duck is making his appearance on it as well. ©Disney The 10K medal features the beloved chipmunks, Chip & Dale. It’s got an eye-catching pink and magenta color scheme with the characters framed with a cutout silver border. The same spinning Donald piece is featured on this medal. ©Disney No need for the smaller spinning Donald piece on the Half Marathon medal, because Donald Duck is front and center. The medal is in the shape of the number 30, celebrating the 30 years of races. The cool thing about this medal is that it has a hinged locket design. ©Disney Open it up, and you’ll find Daisy Duck on the inside! ©Disney We know Donald is the star, but it’s not a Disney event without Mickey and Minnie Mouse, who are featured on the Marathon medal. The medal has Mickey and Minnie running with “26.2 Miles” above them, on a gorgeously designed background. Yes, Donald Duck is still featured on this medal too. ©Disney Are you up for a challenge? Or, should we say, Goofy’s Challenge? This medal is designed in a very unique way, with the medal having two doors that open up. On the face of the medal, you get the challenge name and Goofy running. ©Disney Open it up, and you’ll find Donald Duck holding up three medals, as well as “39.3 Miles” lettering, which is the total miles needed to complete the challenge. ©Disney Lastly, if you complete the 48.6-mile distance, you’ll get the Dopey Challenge medal. The medal is a hinged locket in Dopey’s colors of purple and green. The front shows Dopey leaping forward on a stunning background. ©Disney Open it up, and you’ll see Dopey holding six medals on one side and “48.6 Miles” on the other side. ©Disney We can’t wait for the 2027 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend from January 6th to the 10th. For now, we’ll be focused on the next race, which is the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend coming up soon! For all the latest Disney news and updates, make sure to follow us at the Disney Food Blog! EVERYTHING You Need To Know For The 2026 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend Looking for more Disney news? Check out the video below! 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 medal design? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

We’re always on the lookout for great Disney souvenir deals online at Amazon — and right now there are several! We do all the hard work so you don’t have to hunt. Instead, we find the biggest and best deals for ya! ©Amazon You’ll find savings on all kinds of gifts, such as Loungeflys and playsets. Let’s check out some of the BIGGEST deals on Amazon today! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Save nearly 50% on this first souvenir ©Amazon With the holiday season around the corner, it’s the perfect time to pick up this Loungefly Lilo and Stitch Holiday Tote Bag! This bag is currently 46% off on Amazon and features Stitch sitting beside a Christmas tree with presents all around. Sporting perforated faux leather, what’s really cool about this bag is that it doubles as a pin display! Enamel pins in the shape of ornaments are included, and you can even attach more pins, decorating the tree and the rest of the bag! The sides of the bag feature holiday-themed plaid, and the back of the bag sports several holiday symbols like ornaments and snowflakes. BUY ON AMAZON — 46% OFF Get ready for your next Disney vacation with this discounted essential ©Amazon Bringing a reliable suitcase with you on a Disney vacation is essential, and right now, you can save 41% on the Samsonite Freeform Hardside Carry-On Hardshell Suitcase! This black suitcase is a carry-on size and comes with spinning wheels, elastic straps, a divider, and a pouch that ensures everything stays neatly in place. BUY ON AMAZON — 41% OFF Add some Disney magic to your kid’s Play-Doh playtime ©Amazon The Play-Doh Disney Junior Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Set is a whopping 55% off on Amazon! This set comes with so much, providing even more value! It includes four page playmats with colorful scenes (which help keep playtime to a confined space and minimize the mess), storage space in the back of the book, Mickey and Minnie rollers and cutters, a plastic knife, fun shape molds, and more! It also includes 2-ounce cans of red, green, blue, and yellow. BUY ON AMAZON — 55% OFF Bring a Disney Parks treat home in the form of a fun playset ©Amazon You can save 36% on the Melissa & Doug Disney Tropical Soft Serve Play Food Kitchen Set! DOLE Whip in on the Mount Rushmore of Disney snacks, and your kiddo can “make” their own at home with this set. It comes with three mix-and-match soft serve swirl flavors (lime, pineapple, strawberry), cups, a mini wooden pineapple upside-down cake, a pineapple juice dispenser, a fun umbrella straw, a wooden ice cream spoon, a reusable and removable double-sided activity card menu, Mickey and Minnie Mouse play money, and even a bank card! BUY ON AMAZON — 36% OFF Decorate your Crocs with these adorable accessories ©Amazon Crocs Jibbitz are great 3D accessories that add flair to Crocs clogs — and these Up Crocs Jibbitz are currently 60% off — a 90-day low! Available in a pack of five, this set features characters from Pixar’s Up — and even features the floating house with balloons! Designed as a universal fit for all ages, these Jibbitz are easy to snap on and can take your Crocs to the next level. BUY ON AMAZON — 60% OFF Gear up for Halloween with a new Loungefly ©Amazon Pumpkin Mickeys are our go-to during the Halloween season, and right now, you can save 23% on the Loungefly Disney Pumpkin Crossbody Bag! This bag looks like Mickey in the shape of a pumpkin, and sports an all-over print of pumpkins and candy corn. It even comes with 3D ears and a face that glows in the dark! BUY ON AMAZON — 23% OFF We’ll continue to scout for great Disney souvenir deals, so be sure to keep it posted right here at DFB for the latest updates! View the full article

On Monday, October 12th, a man tragically fell from the top of the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia after his restraint was not properly locked. Mako at SeaWorld Orlando Other roller coasters manufactured by the same company are now facing scrutiny as concerns about the safety of the manufacturer’s ride restraints begin to rise. This includes a few different rides at SeaWorld Orlando as well as Universal Orlando’s Islands of Adventure, and one of those rides has already closed out of an abundance of caution. According to WESH 2, multiple witnesses on the Goliath attraction at the time of the incident stated that the man fell from a car on the roller coaster. Goliath was made by the Swiss company Bolliger & Mabillard, and after the incident, attention immediately turned to other rides that the company has made. This includes four rides at SeaWorld, one at Universal Islands of Adventure, and four coasters at Busch Gardens in Tampa, Florida. Mako Out of an abundance of caution, SeaWorld Orlando has closed Mako as of today, Tuesday, October 13th. A spokesperson from the park shared that Mako will remain closed while engineers and safety experts make sure the restraint system and the rest of the ride are working as they should be. The ride opened in 2016 and fortunately has not seen any serious incidents in the past 10 years of its operation. The other rides at SeaWorld that were manufactured by the same company are Manta, Pipeline, and Penguin Trek. Over at Islands of Adventure, The Hulk roller coaster is the only attraction manufactured by Bolliger & Mabillard. The Incredible Hulk Coaster Michael Haggard, an attorney who has represented the families of those killed or injured on rides, said that he would be very concerned about this incident and what it means. He continued on to say, “The question surrounds itself as ‘Are these restraint systems proper? Are they dual restraint systems, meaning a lap bar and a seat belt? What is the situation?’ And yes, every ride has the same risk of someone being ejected.” SeaWorld WESH 2 also received the following statement from the co-owner of ride maker Bolliger & Mabillard: “We are deeply saddened by this tragic accident. Our thoughts are with the family and those affected. We are actively investigating the incident and will not comment further until we have a better understanding of what happened.” Manta Ride We share our deepest condolences to all those affected by this horrible tragedy and will continue to keep you updated as the investigation progresses. View the full article

We need somebody to tell us to calm down, because we’re freaking out about this fan-favorite movie franchise returning! ©IMDb For the past few years, there was chatter about a new Narnia movie on the way. Then, earlier this year, it was announced that the film will be called Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew. Now, we finally got a look at the very first poster, and things are starting to feel even more real! This film is being brought to life by Greta Gerwig. And in a new post from Netflix, they revealed the poster, which reads “A Universe Begins” and features kids riding on what could be a gryphon and what looks to be the silhouette of Aslan. ©Netflix Despite it being a Netflix film, the movie is scheduled to hit theaters on February 12th, 2027, and then debut on Netflix on April 2nd, 2027. The Magician’s Nephew is the sixth book in C.S. Lewis’ hit series, but it is actually the first story chronologically, focusing on the creation of Narnia. This will be the first-ever film adaptation of this book. ©Netflix The movie will star Emma Mackey as the White Witch, as well as Cary Mulligan, Meryl Streep, and Daniel Craig. Greta Gerwig, who’s done movies such as Barbie, Little Women, and Lady Bird, will direct the new Narnia. “I was a child when I first read The Magician’s Nephew, and I fell in love with the gorgeously improbable but completely brilliant concept of a cosmic lion singing the world of Narnia to life,” says Gerwig. ©Netflix The movie’s original score will be composed by Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt, who have worked with Greta Gerwig before on Barbie. Sneak previews of the film only in IMAX will start on February 10th, 2027. We’re still waiting for the trailer to drop, but we should be getting a teaser very soon. ©Disney If you’re looking for more movie news and updates, make sure to follow us at the Disney Food Blog. We’re always up to date on all of the latest Disney movies and other franchises that we just love. NEWS: Spaceship Earth TV Show Casting And Plot Revealed! Looking for more news? Check out the video below! 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 excited for the new Narnia movie? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

If you’ve ever pushed a stroller down Main Street, U.S.A. with one hand, held a melting Mickey Premium Bar in the other, and tried to check your Lightning Lane return time with your chin… hi. Welcome. You’re among friends. Disney World Rental Strollers all look alike Here’s what nobody tells you before your first Disney World trip with littles: the stroller isn’t just a stroller. It’s your locker, your snack bar, your nap pod, and the only member of your party who carries things without complaining. So when we find something that makes it work even harder, we get a little excited. And one small, inexpensive item has earned a permanent spot on ours. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The Tiny Mickey-Shaped Clip Your Stroller Is Missing ©Amazon The 2-Pack Aluminum Mouse Ear Carabiner Clips come in red and black; they’re about 2.4 inches long, and they’re shaped like a certain mouse’s silhouette. Clip them onto your stroller frame, your organizer, or your park bag, and suddenly everything you’ve been carrying in the crook of your elbow has a home. The popcorn bucket. The water bottle. The shoes your toddler removed in line for Peter Pan’s Flight for reasons known only to them. Every Disney mom eventually learns that the stroller basket is a black hole. A clip keeps what you actually need on the outside, where you can grab it. view ON AMAZON The Stroller Upgrade We Actually Own Magnetic Phone Holder While you’re giving your stroller a glow-up, a few more upgrades are worth a look. First up is the liuliuby Magnetic Phone Holder for Strollers. Yes, we own this one, and no, we will not be going back to Disney World without it. It’s a strap with a strong magnet that wraps around your stroller handlebar and holds your MagSafe phone right where you can see it. Why does a phone holder matter so much in Disney World? Because your phone runs the entire trip. It’s your park map, your wait times, your Lightning Lane, and your mobile order. It’s also usually at the bottom of the diaper bag, under a layer of crushed Goldfish. With your phone on the handlebar, you can see the “your order is ready” alert while you walk, and you get a whole hand back. It also works on shopping carts and golf push carts, so it keeps earning its keep once you’re home and sad about it. view ON AMAZON A Minnie Side Pocket for Everything You Actually Need ©Amazon The J.L. Childress Disney Baby Side Sling Stroller Organizer & Caddy in Minnie is a mesh pocket that straps onto the side of your stroller frame. It’s for the bubble wand, the ears nobody will wear after 10:15 AM, and all the snacks you need access to for your toddler who will eat every 45 minutes. It attaches with two adjustable non-slip straps, has a wide stretchy opening you can reach into one-handed, and folds with most strollers. You’ll appreciate that last part at the bus stop at 9:45 PM with a sleeping 30-pound child on your shoulder. view ON AMAZON A Mickey Rain Cover for the Daily Storm ©Amazon Florida rain doesn’t check the forecast. It shows up mid-afternoon like it has its own Lightning Lane, and it leaves you with a soggy stroller seat and a toddler who flatly refuses to sit in it. The J.L. Childress Disney Baby Stroller Rain Cover & Weather Shield in Mickey is a clear cover made to fit most single strollers. It has vents on the sides for airflow and a zippered front, so you can get your kid in and out without taking the whole thing off. Our favorite way to use a rain cover isn’t even while we’re walking. Throw it on before you park the stroller for a ride, and you’ll come back to a dry seat instead of a puddle. Just remember it’s still Florida under there, so peel it back once the rain stops so your little one doesn’t get too toasty. view ON AMAZON A Handle for the Kid Who “Wants to Walk” ©Amazon Every Disney mom knows the cycle. They beg to get out of the stroller, walk for four minutes, drift toward the nearest bubble wand cart, and then ask to be carried. The Tagalong Stroller Accessory in Teal is a handle that hangs off the side of your stroller and gives little walkers their very own spot to hold on. It attaches without tools, and it works on shopping carts too, so it won’t retire when the trip is over. It’s especially handy if you’ve got a baby in the seat and a big kid on foot. And in the crowd pouring out of the park after the fireworks, “hold your handle” is a much easier ask than “hold my hand”. 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

It’s no secret that a trip to Disney World is — and always has been — an expensive proposition. That can be especially true when choosing which hotel to stay at on property. That’s why ANY time I’m searching for a hotel at Disney World — like, say, for a 2027 stay — there’s one button I always check for available discounts! Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin And these discounts don’t apply just at Disney-owned hotels… There are also discounts available at other hotels on property that Disney doesn’t own. Let’s take a look at the current available discounts! Let’s start with one of our favorite places to stay on Disney property: The Swan & Dolphin Resorts! The Michael Graves-designed hotels are unique amongst Disney World hotels in that they’re located on the company’s property but are not owned by Disney. Instead, the hotels, which opened in 1990, were initially part of a joint venture between Disney, the developer Tishman, insurance company MetLife, and Starwood Hotels and Resorts, and are currently owned and operated by Marriott’s Sheraton Hotels and Resorts brand. Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Given that arrangement, the hotels offer several unique discounts guests need to be aware of, including: Senior Citizen Rate: Guests 62 and older receive special savings. Those looking to reserve can call 1-888-828-8850 and ask for promotional code SENIOR CITIZEN RATE, or when booking online, make sure Promotional Code S9R appears in the Corporate/Promo code box. Of note, proof of age will be required at check-in. Teacher and School Staff Appreciation Rate: Teachers and school support staff can receive special savings of up to 25% on a stay. Those looking to reserve can call 1-888-828-8850 and ask for promotional code TEACHERS RATE, or when booking online, make sure Promotional Code S5198 appears in the Corporate/Promo code box. Of note, a valid teacher or school-issued ID will be required at check-in. First Responders/ Nurse Rate: Nurses, doctors, firefighters, paramedics, and other first responders and medical professionals also receive a special discount. Those looking to reserve can call 1-888-828-8850 and ask for promotional code NURSES RATE, or when booking online, make sure Promotional Code Y7N appears in the Corporate/Promo code box. A valid ID will be required at check-in. Walt Disney World Swan Hotel Law Enforcement, Military Personnel, Government Employee Rate: Qualified law enforcement, active government employees, and military personnel are eligible for savings up to 25% off our regular rates at the time of booking. Those looking to reserve can call 1-888-828-8850 and ask for promotional code GOVERNMENT RATE, or when booking online, make sure Promotional Code GOV appears in the Corporate/Promo code box. A valid ID will be required at check-in. AAA/CAA Members Rate: AAA and CAA members can save up to 25% off of available rates. Those looking to reserve can call 1-888-828-8850 and ask for promotional code AAA RATE, or when booking online, make sure Promotional Code AAA appears in the Corporate/Promo code box. A valid AAA or CAA card will be required at check-in. Disney Passholder Rate: Disney Annual Passholders receive preferred savings of up to 30% off available rates. Those looking to reserve can call 1-888-828-8850 and ask for promotional code ANNUAL PASSHOLDER RATE, or when booking online, make sure Promotional Code QWH appears in the Corporate/Promo code box. Valid/current Disney Annual Pass will be required at check-in. In addition, Annual Passholders can also receive a $50 Resort Credit! Those looking to reserve can call 1-888-828-8850 and ask for promotional code $50 RESORT CREDIT PROMO, or when booking online, make sure Promotional Code E6469 appears in the Corporate/Promo code box. Valid/current Disney Annual Pass is required at check-in to receive this offer. Florida Resident Rate: Florida residents can save up to 30% off available rates. Those looking to reserve can call 1-888-828-8850 and ask for promotional code FLORIDA RESIDENT RATE, or when booking online, make sure Promotional Code L9Z appears in the Corporate/Promo code box. A valid Florida Resident ID will be required at check-in to receive this offer. Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Of course, discounts at Disney World hotels move beyond the Swan & Dolphin. In fact, the company is currently offering a litany of savings for 2027 bookings throughout the first half of next year. Disney’s Contemporary Resort First off, Disney is offering guests the ability to save up to 25% on select rooms for stays on select nights from January 3rd to April 29th, 2027. The company is also offering savings of $250 per night on select 4-night, 4-day (or longer) Walt Disney Travel Company room-and-ticket packages for stays on select nights from January 3rd to July 28th, 2027. Pop Century If you find yourself booking a Disney World vacation soon, make sure you click on any discounts or special offers button to make sure you’re taking advantage of every possible offer you’re eligible for. Stay tuned to DFB for more on savings across Walt Disney World’s hotels! 3 Disney World Hotels in Desperate Need of New Life Need some help deciding where to stay? The video below explains the best and worst things about Disney World hotels! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your go-to Disney World hotel? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

Out of the three Universal Orlando parks, Islands of Adventure has the MOST rides out of ‘em all. Islands of Adventure But… which of those rides is the BEST of the BEST?? Find out in TODAY’S Islands of Adventure RIDE RANKING VIDEO, here on DFB Guide! Check out our new video: Ranking EVERY Ride in Universal’s Islands of Adventure 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

There’s something extra special about eating Thanksgiving dinner in Disney World, but there’s one part of it that we can’t get over — the CROWDS. Homecomin’ in Disney Springs Many Disney World restaurants have special Thanksgiving menus that they offer for those visiting to celebrate the holiday, but the sheer amount of crowds you’ll find in the parks during that week. That makes grabbing dining reservations pretty tricky for most spots, but what if we told you that there will be a way to grab a truly delicious meal TO GO, and eat it back in your hotel room away from said crowds? Yep, it’s true, and we’re already in heaven. The best part? You don’t even need a park ticket to take advantage of this meal deal, because it can be found at Chef Art Smith’s Homcomin’ in Disney Springs. This is one of our favorite spots in the shopping and dining district, and we know a lot of you feel the same, considering reservations can be hard to snag. The restaurant just announced that this Thanksgiving, they’ll be offering a Take-Home Thanksgiving Dinner-for-Four that can be picked up on November 24th or 25th! It gets better — you don’t even have to get out of your CAR to pick up your meal! No matter which day you pick up, Homecomin’ will meet you in the Disney Springs Mango Lot with your order for extra easy pickup. Included in the meal will be: Smoked White Meat Turkey with Gravy Andouille Sausage Cornbread Stuffing Homemade Cranberry Sauce Whipped Mashed Potatoes Southern Green Beans Cheddar Drop Biscuits with Fig Jam 4 Slices of Hummingbird Cake Hummingbird Cake Now, the cost is a bit expensive at first glance, but once you realize just how much you’re getting for four people, it doesn’t seem too bad. The whole meal will cost you $223.65, no matter which day you’re picking up. Now, it’s important to note that this meal is set in stone when it comes to the menu, so you won’t be able to substitute or trade things out. You’ll pay in full when you order, so when you actually go to pick up, you’ll just need to park in the Mango Lot at your designated time, and you’ll be ready to go! Order Your Meal Here! Want to see our most recent review of Homecomin’ before you make your choice? Check out our video below! Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney World news! REVIEW: Homecomin’ at Disney Springs Just Got Even BETTER With This New Burger 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 thinking of taking advantage of this deal? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Have you felt the shift in the force at Disneyland and Disney World? Galaxy’s Edge is arguably the most immersive experience you’ll get at the Disney Parks. The sights and sounds, the attractions, and the characters all make you feel like you’re in a Star Wars movie. On top of that, you can actually build a lightsaber and become a Jedi. Lighting up the night with lightsabers Speaking of which, Disney just dropped new lightsaber chassis and blade enhancements for Savi’s Workshop at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disneyland Park, with some unique effects and upgrades. When visiting Galaxy’s Edge, you can check out Savi’s Workshop, where guests can fulfill their dream of building a custom lightsaber. Some new stuff has arrived at the workshop in both Disneyland and Disney World. We’re talking new features for what the lightsaber can do and how it looks. Savi’s Workshop Disney says it has enhanced each lightsaber chassis and blade, no matter the hilt theme. The brand-new features include a thermal cutting effect, a spinning effect, and deflection effects. On top of that, the lightsabers will now have upgraded audio quality and smoother blade activation. Gatherer in Savi’s Workshop There’s one more new feature to talk about, and it’s the color-change effect. Disney says that pairing a lightsaber with special “cracked” kyber crystals will unlock it with a quick flick of the wrist. The new effect is supposed to display the battle inside the saber between the light side and the dark side. Building a lightsaber! Disney also added a new white and gold Protection and Defense hilt to the lineup. Disney describes the theme as a reflection of “a time when the Order stood as a symbol of peace and hope across the galaxy.” The design of the white and gold is stunning, and we could see Star Wars fans who love the era of the High Republic wanting to get their hands on this hilt. Lightsabers at Savi’s Workshop! All the new effects and the new hilt are available right now, so book today! We’re always on top of all the latest Disney news and updates, so we can keep you in the loop. Make sure to follow us at the Disney Food Blog so that you don’t miss anything! 9 Important Dates If You Are Visiting Disney World in November If you want even more Disney World tips and tricks, check out our video here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What are your thoughts on the new effects? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

We’ve already tried more than 20 new Disney World snacks this month and found some MAJOR winners! Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Spring Rolls We’re only a few weeks into October, and we’ve already tried 24 new snacks around the Disney World parks and hotels (and counting!). It’s been a great month for Disney World eats so far, and we’ve found LOTS of items we’d definitely go back for another time. And in a crowded field full of great choices, we’re ready to give a shoutout to our favorite new snack of the month…at least, so far! Disney World has been on a ROLL with releasing new eats this month. We’ve already tried 24 new snacks in October, and we still have half the month to go! Churro Overdrive We’ve noticed some definite trends as we’ve been tasting our way through the new additions, from alllllll of the churros to new versions of popular treats. And we’re happy to report that another common trend is that we’d happily go back for seconds (and thirds, and fourths…) for TONS of them! Fall Ice Cream Cookie Dough Sandwich Seriously, there have been so many winners in this month’s new snack additions! It was tough for us to nail down our favorite of the bunch with so many great choices to pick from, so we have to call out some honorable mentions of snacks that justttt missed the top spot. Charcuterie Board First up, the Maleficent Funnel Cake at Epic Eats is both delicious AND Instagram-worthy! It’s made with powdered sugar, ube-and-matcha icing, vanilla soft-serve, and chocolate horns. We loved the unique blend of flavors, and even though we actually could have done without the ice cream on top, we’d absolutely still grab this one again. Maleficent Funnel Cake Another sweet treat we plan to circle back for more of is the Candy Corn Cake Pop at Flame Tree Barbecue. It’s a spiced cheesecake with apple butter swirl and brown butter graham crackers, dipped in white chocolate. The flavors in this one were so rich, bold, and layered — it’s a far cry from the “basic” label some people might associate with candy corn! If you love fall flavors, you gotta give this one a try. Candy Corn Cake Pop On the savory side, another honorable mention goes to the Elote Dip from Outer Rim at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. The chips it’s served with were incredible and held up for even bigger dips. Oh, and the dip itself… if you love all things corn like us, it’s a must-try! It’s creamy and packed with flavor from the corn, red onion, and herbs. Elote Dip Okay, now that we’ve celebrated our runners-up, it’s time for the moment you’ve all been waiting for. Our FAVORITE new Disney World snack we’ve tried so far this month is the new Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Spring Roll from the Spring Roll Cart in Magic Kingdom! Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Spring Rolls This is a much-needed GREAT grab-and-go breakfast option for Magic Kingdom. These little beauties are super crispy and filled with fluffy eggs, cheese, and big chunks of bacon you can actually taste. There’s a surprising amount of egg inside, and the salsa that’s served on the side punches up the flavor with a bit of acidity. LOTS of filling An order comes with two spring rolls for $9.79. They might not be filling enough as a stand-alone breakfast for someone who prefers to start the day with a super hearty meal, but they make a great grab-and-go option for either a lighter breakfast or a snack to hold you over until you get a full meal. Breakfast Spring Rolls Congratulations, Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Spring Rolls, now take your victory lap! Of course, we’ll be back for MORE new snacks around Disney World as they debut, so stick with DFB for our latest reviews! Which of These Viral Disney Snacks Is Actually Good? Ready to start mapping out your must-try snacks for your next vacation? Here are our picks for the snacks in Disney’s Animal Kingdom that are worth snagging! 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 new snack in Disney World? Share with us in the comments! View the full article

Not every Disney change comes with major announcements and tons of social media posts. Sometimes, it’s a quiet permit submission that hints at what’s happening behind the scenes. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Disney filed two permits for work around Disney World, and we’re pretty excited to see one of the changes come through. Disney World submitted a permit to “provide labor, material, and/or electrical for construction” at Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. ©Disney They also recently announced a holiday overlay for the ride called Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets: Obligatory Holiday Overlay. The overlay runs from November 4th to January 6th, with festival music on the ride and around the queue. It’s all for a holiday concert that only the Electric Mayhem could deliver. ©Disney Dr. Teeth and the rest of the band are deep in rehearsal for their holiday spectacular, and while they practice, some Muppet friends stop by the studio to offer a helping hand…or try to. Rehearsals might not be going quite as expected, and they still have to make it to their concert! It’s Scooter! We have a feeling that this new permit is for the holiday changes! While it’s not confirmed, the timeline matches up since it’s changing in only a few weeks and will require additional labor to get it done. Ready to rock! The second permit is for Earl of Sandwich at Disney Springs to install new signage. Earl of Sandwich There are currently no announced closures or refurbishments, so this might just be a quick change. We see signage installations pop up pretty frequently, and they don’t always involve major changes, but it’s good to keep an eye out for anything that might affect your meal. We track all Disney World changes, so keep following DFB for more! THESE THREE DISNEY WORLD RIDES ARE GETTING MAJOR HOLIDAY OVERLAYS 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 View the full article

According to KTLA 5, police are searching for a man after two suspicious items were left near the bus roundabout leading to Disneyland on October 12th. Disneyland Officers found two satchel-style bags sitting on a dolly with wires sticking out of them. One nylon bag was duct-taped shut, with what appeared to be sharp objects sticking out. The packages were reported around 9:30 PM near a fence at the Disneyland east entrance roundabout, according to Anaheim Police Department Sgt. Anderson. Disneyland Entrance The roundabout was blocked off while an explosives team and bomb-sniffing dogs were at the scene. The team found the satchel contained marbles, and the nylon bag held several miscellaneous items, including Disney-branded crowns and other objects with pointed edges. At 11:45 PM, investigators determined there was no threat, but they believe the items were intentionally placed to appear suspicious. Police are searching for the man who left the packages and are using surveillance video and witness accounts to identify him. Police have not identified the man, and they have not released any images. Disneyland This is ongoing, and we will update as more information is shared with the public. Keep following DFB for more. View the full article