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Downtown Disney at Disneyland Resort has been going through a TON of changes recently. But no restaurant has probably seen as many changes in the shopping and dining district as Earl of Sandwich. Grand opening! This restaurant has changed locations so many times that we were starting to get worried about it until Disney announced it was building a brand NEW permanent location for the dining spot. Well, that new location is now open for business, and we recently attended the grand opening. Let’s check it out together! That’s right, Earl of Sandwich’s days of playing musical chairs in Downtown Disney are over. Its new location is all shiny, new, and open. We got to attend a media event celebrating its opening, so we can share some of what we know about the new location. Even Mickey Mouse showed up to celebrate the new Earl of Sandwich location! Even Mickey was there! Inside, it looks just like the same Earl of Sandwich you know and love. It’s a bright interior with pops of red and blue. Interior There’s also plenty of seating available inside, which we appreciate! Seating The menu is the same Earl of Sandwich items you’re already familiar with. Menu This includes The Earl’s Club, The Original 1762, The Full Montague, Holiday Turkey, and more. Breakfast sandwiches are also available, as well as wraps, salads, soups, and more. Sandwiches For dessert, you can grab a variety of cookies and other sweets For your sweet tooth Be sure to stop by the new location the next time you visit Downtown Disney to check it out for yourself. We’ll also be keeping an eye out for more Downtown Disney developments, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Disneyland Hits Major Milestone Just Days Before 71st Birthday 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 of the new Earl of Sandwich location? Let us know in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disneyland to attend the of Earl of Sandwich at its new location. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ View the full article

If you are planning a trip to Disneyland, we just got some big news that you are probably NOT going to want to hear. Sleeping Beauty Castle Disneyland has officially raised the prices of hundreds of its menu items across both parks. Let’s get into everything that you need to know. Disneyland has just raised its prices on food and drink across both parks and the resorts. And this price increase is not limited to just one style of food or restaurant; it is affecting quick service, table service, snack stands, and even bars. Forky Some of the price increases include: Popcorn – Price changed from $6.50 to $7 Dole Whip – Price changed from $7.29 to $7.49 Pepperoni Pizza Slice – Price changed from $8.99 to $9.99 Bottled Sodas – Price changed from $5.19 to $5.49 Ronto Roasters Black Caf – Price changed from $4.79 to $5.49 Chicken Tenders – Price changed from $13.49 to $13.99 Rainbow Linzer Cookie Even the price of bottled water changed from $4.79 to $5.49. While the price increases themselves are very small, it is jarring to see the vast number of items affected by this price increase. Cheeseburger Bao While this price increase was expected as Disneyland approaches an annual increase, and given inflation, this change is unsurprising. However, if you are planning a trip to Disneyland, you need to be aware that the price of your food will be higher, and you might want to adjust your expectations and budget slightly for how much you will be spending on food during your trip. Hot Chocolate Float We will continue to bring you all of the Disneyland news, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog so you never miss anything! Disneyland Hit A MAJOR Milestone! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of these price increases? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Believe it or not, the 2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is almost here! 2025 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival If you’re planning to hit up the beloved EPCOT annual event this fall, there are some rules you should follow to get the most bang for your buck and make sure you’re not wasting any money. Use Gift Cards One of the best ways to budget for the Food & Wine Festival is to put the defined amount of money you wish to spend on a gift card, like the adorable wristlet gift cards Disney sells during the park’s various festival seasons. We’ve recommended this for years, and the announcement that the 2026 Festival is moving to a completely cashless model for its booths makes it an even smarter play. EPCOT Festival gift card wristlet 3 NEW Restaurants, Attraction Overhauls, and Food and Wine Festival Updates…Every Major Disney Announcement You Missed Wristlets for Everyone Speaking of gift cards, we recommended getting one of those individual gift card wristlets for each person in your party, with an amount tailored to them based on their spending habits. That way, everyone is working with their own amount. Wristlet Gift Card We Know When EPCOT Food & Wine Festival MENUS Will Drop Pace Yourself Festival items can fill you up fast, even if some of the portion sizes may seem small at first sight. We’d definitely recommend only getting food from one booth at a time; that way, you and your party can pace yourselves and enjoy food from so many different booths! Greece Food and Wine Festival Booth 12 Nights When EPCOT Will Be CROWDED During the Food & Wine Festival Plan Your Eats Ahead! All of these booths and the number of items they have at each can feel overwhelming, which is why we recommend having an idea of what you want to try from each booth beforehand! We have coverage of each booth’s food and drink menus from last year; take a look to have an idea of what’s to come! And keep that website handy because once the menus officially drop, it’ll be updated! Beef Wagyu Don How Much Money Should You Really Budget For the 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival It’s Okay To Change Your Plan! While that aforementioned list is smart to have, it’s okay to make changes and steer away from the original plan! If you feel yourself getting full from all the other foods and your “must-have” item is still several booths away, make some cuts to make sure you still have room. The same goes for beverages, especially of the alcoholic variety. If you find yourself starting to “feel it” as the day goes on, take a break, drink some water, and cut the rest of the libations from the rest of your day. Frozen Strawberry-Jasmine Cocktail If you’re preparing for a Food & Wine Festival trip in 2026, be sure to keep these money-saving tips in mind. Stay tuned to DFB for more EPCOT festival tips. These 3 EPCOT Festival Hacks Are Getting Out of Control 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 Heading to Food & Wine this year? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

We’re about a year from the grand opening of the newest hotel at Disney World, Lakeshore Lodge. ©Disney Disney has been slowly offering up new details about the new resort, which sits on the old site of Disney’s River Country, a water park that closed in 2001. The new hotel has a nature theme and will focus on Disney stories that revolve around nature, with details taken from films like Pocahontas, Bambi, Brother Bear, and more. We recently got a sneak peek at the pools of Lakeshore Lodge, but something has already changed with those pools. The pools in question sit in The Wetlands, a huge outdoor recreation area that sits just beyond Lakeshore Lodge’s lobby. The area is surrounded by Bay Lake and will include a pool at its heart. This pool was previously called Lakeside Lagoon, but Disney is now referring to it as Lakeshore Lagoon. It will be the resort’s zero-entry feature pool with a spiral waterslide. ©Disney On the opposite side of Lakeshore Lodge, you’ll find a pool that was previously called Perspective Pond, now called Cypress Point. This will be a leisure pool and whirlpool spa with views of the Magic Kingdom fireworks at night. Under construction One part of The Wetlands will include a kids’ area inspired by Pocahontas, specifically the lyrics “the heron and the otter are my friends” from the song “Colors of the Wind.” It’s called Otter Springs and will have interactive water features. ©Disney Heron Shores will offer hands-on play with climbing features. ©Disney A lazy river, Daydream River, will be nearby where guests can hop on a tube and relax as the current carries them through The Wetlands. ©Disney Those who take a walk through The Wetlands will be surprised with fun facts about the flora and fauna that surround them. There will even be a special plaque honoring an historic attraction that was once on that spot (presumably from Disney River Country). ©Disney We’ll be keeping an eye out for more updates on Lakeshore Lodge, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Everything We Know About Disney World’s Newest Hotel — Lakeshore Lodge 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 Lakeshore Lodge so far? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Although most folks who come to Orlando are there to visit Disney World, as well as Universal Orlando, and maybe even SeaWorld Orlando and LEGOLAND Florida, some make the trek to Tampa Bay to visit Busch Gardens, too, which is about 100 or so miles from Disney World. ©Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Well, if you’ve visited Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, you might have taken a wild ride on a classic roller coaster, Kumba. Well, if you want to ride Kumba again, you’ll want to do so soon because Kumba will soon be closing forever, according to The Tampa Bay Times. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has announced that Kumba will be taking its final ride on August 2nd and closing on August 3rd. It will be replaced with a new roller coaster called Kumba’s Revenge. And with a name like that, we can imagine that the new coaster will be even MORE thrilling. ©Busch Gardens Tampa Bay When it opened 33 years ago, Kumba was Florida’s tallest, fastest, and longest coaster with the world’s tallest vertical loop. Of course, since then, roller coasters have only gotten bigger, taller, and faster, but Kumba still offers some thrills during its three-minute ride that takes a 135-foot plunge and reaches speeds of 60 mph while running through seven inversions. Trust me, I’ve been on it, and it’s a BEAST. ©Busch Gardens Tampa Bay This beast isn’t completely going away, though. According to Busch Gardens, it’s evolving into something else. Jon Vigue, president of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, said, “Kumba has inspired generations of thrill seekers and earned its place as one of the world’s most iconic roller coasters. As we celebrate its incredible legacy, we’re also looking ahead. Kumba’s Revenge will honor everything guests loved about the original while delivering an entirely new level of thrills.” ©Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Last year, Busch Gardens announced it had plans to put $40 million on new theme parks, including an expansion for its Adventure Island water park. Now, it seems that number has jumped up to $100 million, and will include the new roller coaster that will take Kumba’s place. ©Busch Gardens Tampa Bay We’ll keep an eye out for more updates on the new roller coaster, so stay tuned to DFB for more. I Went To a Holiday Food Festival That Wasn’t at EPCOT and I Have THOUGHTS 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 news? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Purple pizzas, flying dragons, and the most IMPRESSIVE monster animatronics that you’ve ever seen. THIS is Epic Universe – and, can you BELIEVE it, it’s now ONE YEAR OLD. Epic Universe But what have we LEARNED since the grand opening of this new Universal Orlando park? What’s changed? What have we absolutely fallen head over heels for? We’re doing some MAJOR reminiscing (while also planning FUTURE Epic Universe visits) today – here on DFB Guide. Check out our new video: Epic Universe One Year Later — What Surprised Us Most 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

EPCOT is chock-full of different rides – – and different ride vehicles – – however, not all of them are created equal from comfort and enjoyment standpoints. Soarin’ Around the World Seating In fact, there are some really good seats and some that…well, you should probably try to avoid if you can. Test Track Test Track, through its three distinct incarnations, has been a major fan favorite at EPCOT for going on three decades. Over that time, thrill seekers have realized that certain seats in the slot-car-like ride vehicles are better than others. New ride vehicles Specifically, the left-most seats in the front row are going to be the most thrilling during the high-speed, outdoor portion of the attraction. In comparison, the middle seat in the back row is arguably the “least” thrilling seat in the Test Track vehicle. Which of those is “best” and which is “worst” is probably up to just how “thrilled” you want to be. Outdoor section Go Behind The Scenes of This EPCOT Attraction in Disney’s Newest Video! Soarin’ Soarin’ and its variants – – Over California, Over the World, and the current Across America version – – have been one of EPCOT’s most popular rides since the Disney World version first opened in 2005. A major part of that is due to its unique ride system. As viewers of the Disney Channel circa 2002 know very well, the apparatus is based on an Erector Set, and lifts riders up on benches to mimic hang gliding. ©Disney For the best seat on the ride, you’ll want to be sitting in the front row, so that there’ll be no one above you and no feet hanging in your face. The second and third rows both pale in comparison to the front; however, the second row probably takes the cake for worst of the two, as the feeling of people above you and below you has a tendency to break the immersion. And you’ll want to be sitting in the middle, so nothing is distorted, which is why B1 is the best seat in the house. Soarin’ Across America While you’re deciding where to sit on your next ride, you’ll also need to think about where to eat. Our Guide to Disney World Dining pulls it all together so you can stop stressing and focus on the fun without feeling like you’re missing a thing! “Whose Idea Was This?” Disney Fans Have THOUGHTS About EPCOT’s New Soarin’ Across America Frozen Ever After Moving into World Showcase, Frozen Ever After in the park’s Norway Pavilion is one of the park’s most popular rides. While not as thrilling as Test Track or Soarin’, the attraction’s boats do have some seats that are better than others. Frozen Ever After The best place to sit is in the middle rows on the right-hand side of the boat, as they provide the best views of the ride’s animatronic (including the newly revamped Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff) and the least chance to get wet during the drop. On the other hand, the left-hand side, front row, is arguably a spot to avoid. The views of the animatronic are somewhat obstructed, and you’re almost guaranteed to get wet. Anna and Kristoff Next time you’re riding these iconic EPCOT attractions, be sure to pay close attention to where you’re about to sit as you board. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney tips. This Is One of the BEST Things To Do in EPCOT and You Can’t Change My Mind Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Do you have a particular favorite seat on any EPCOT ride? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

If something goes viral online, it’s bound to make its way to Disney World at some point in the near future, and we’ve seen it happen firsthand. Cookie Butter Croissant Some things deserve a spot in the lineup while others should just keep moving along. We’re here to talk about FOUR viral food trends that have entered the “Disney World Bubble” and determine if they should be here to stay or if they should be dumped from the island. Ube EVERYTHING Ube (pronounced oo-beh) has become increasingly popular around the world, mostly thanks to its vibrant purple color. The color actually comes from a Philippine yam, and anything it’s added to instantly gets that beautiful shade of purple. Currently, there are nearly 40 dining locations around Disney World serving something with Ube in it. Some of these items include the Ube Yum Yum Coconut Cookie from Earl of Sandwich… Ube Yum Yum Coconut Cookie …the Specialty Ube Cold Brew made with Joffrey’s Cold Brew Coffee with Ube Sweet Cream, Butterfly Pea Tea Whipped Topping, and Hibiscus Powder at Satu’li Canteen in Animal Kingdom… Ube Cold Brew …and most recently, the Motunui Ube Sundae made with Ube soft serve with Tropical Fruits, Coconut, Raspberry Crumbs, and Macadamia from the Anandapur Ice Cream Truck in Animal Kingdom. Motonui Ube Sundae This viral food has been a part of A LOT of Disney food items over the last couple of years, so we don’t see it going anywhere anytime soon. We actually don’t mind the flavors of Ube, especially when it comes to a sweet treat, so we’re okay with it sticking around for now! A Disney Restaurant Just Quietly Changed Its Menu Dubai Chocolate After months of the Dubai Chocolate trend being around, Disney finally decided to hop on board the train and add its own spin on this viral food. Dubai Chocolate is a chocolate bar filled with pistachio cream, tahini, and shredded crispy pieces called kataifi. It all started last year with a Dubai Style Chocolate Sundae at Ghirardelli in Disney Springs, but recently, we’ve seen specialty chocolate bars, coffees, cookies, and so much more becoming a part of a lot of menus. @disneysprings on Instagram Right now, you can grab two things from The Ganachery in Disney Springs — the Chocolate-Pistachio Sipper, which is Chocolate Milk topped with Pistachio Cream and served in a Cracking Dark Chocolate Cup, and the Milk Chocolate-Pistachio Squares made with a Milk Chocolate Shell with a filling of Pistachios, Tahini, and Crispy Wafers. Chocolate-Pistachio Sipper And at the Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company location in the Canada Pavilion in EPCOT, you can find the Dubai Chocolate Frozen Cappuccino in a non-alcoholic or alcoholic version. This was an EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival menu item, but it is still listed on the current menu, so grab it while you can! Dubai Chocolate Frozen Cappuccino Personally, I think this trend is WAY overhyped, so if it disappeared from the Disney World menus, I wouldn’t be opposed. REVIEW: This Trendy Flavor Combo Has Hit Disney Springs’ Churros! Freeze-Dried Skittles Another food trend that went viral surrounds the fruity candy Skittles. It went so viral that the brand even made a whole product around it — SKITTLES POP’d, and that’s what Disney World uses in their food items. The candy is freeze-dried to make them puffy and crunchy rather than soft and chewy. Some places you can find this viral food around property are at Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Pop Century Resort for their Cake Bar, which is a Cake Pop with Buttercream and SKITTLES POP’d Freeze Dried Candy… Cake Bar …the Mickey Strawberry Cookie Sandwich with SKITTLES POP’d Original Freeze Dried Candy made with two Mickey sugar cookies and strawberry-flavored buttercream frosting at the Main Street Confectionary in Magic Kingdom and Goofy’s Candy Company in Disney Springs… Mickey Strawberry Cookie Sandwich …and the Hand-dipped Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bar with SKITTLES POP’d Original Freeze-Dried Candy at Anandapur Ice Cream Truck in Animal Kingdom. Mickey Premium Bar with Freeze-Dried Skittles I think this viral food trend is FUN and would love to see it stick around, but other members on our team tend to disagree, so it’s really up to your flavor profile! Every Croissant Flavor To Ever Exist Disney World, especially Pop Century Resort, is known for having the most chaotic croissant flavors. What started out as one exotic croissant flavor has turned into tens! Specifically, you can find the Cookie Butter Croissant at Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Pop Century Resort… Cookie Butter Croissant …the Mocha Croissant at Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort... Mocha Croissant …the Pistachio Croissant at Tamu Tamu Refreshments in Animal Kingdom… Pistachio Croissant …and the GIANT chocolate-dipped Croiss Oh La La at Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie in the France Pavilion in EPCOT. Any day I’m eating a croissant is a good day, so keep these flavors coming, Disney! Croiss Oh La La While some of these items are extremely delicious and deserve a permanent spot on menus throughout Disney World, others should primarily stick to being social media trends. 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A lot of construction is happening at Universal Studios Orlando! Construction at Universal Orlando We recently took a trip to Universal Studios Orlando to see what was going on at the park, and we have not one, not two, but THREE construction updates for you. The park has been seeing some changes over the past couple of years, and they’re not done quite yet! You know what we think about often? How there’s a new Fast and Furious roller coaster on the way! This one-of-a-kind coaster is scheduled to debut next year, in 2027, and so construction has been underway for months now. This last visit, we saw how much work had been done so far. Construction on the Fast and Furious roller coaster Universal has laid down a lot of the roller coaster tracks! It was honestly surprising to see how much work they had done with the track already. We can’t stop looking at the part that goes straight up and then stops. Fast and Furious Hollywood Drift construction The roller coaster coming to Universal Studios Orlando is called Fast & Furious Hollywood Drift, and it’s the same one that was first announced to be coming to Universal Studios Hollywood. You can see the construction from outside the park, because the ride is replacing Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, which closed in August last year. Work is underway for the Fast and Furious ride It also looks like work is being done on what could be part of the queue line, or maybe it’s the load/unload station. More construction The new ride isn’t set to debut until next year in 2027. Universal is hard at work to match its timeline, and you can see it in the construction progress. Universal is hard at work! In other construction news, we also saw that work is being done on the Horror Make Up Show. The Horror Make Up Show officially closed on May 12th to be reimagined, although we don’t have a ton of details on what the reimagining will look like. Horror Make-Up Show is closed and being worked on. Universal did say that the updated version will “showcase a mix of classic and modern horror properties along with shockingly fun surprises,” so the show will most likely be the same, just more updated. Plus, we did see a sign that said “Horror Make-Up Show” and “Enhancements in Progress!” The sign also mentioned it was a temporary closure for the attraction, which was part of Universal’s original announcement. Enhancements in progress! Lastly, Finnegan’s is still being worked on. We saw there is just a massive tarp on top of the building, and walls all around it. The restaurant closed on January 12th and will remain closed through Winter 2026. So, we’re not expecting to see this dining spot till the end of the year. No specific reopening date has been announced, and we’re assuming there’s a lot of work to be done if the closure is that long. Finnegan’s construction A lot is going on at Universal Studios Orlando! If you don’t want to miss out on all the news and updates from the park, make sure to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog. We’re here to make sure you’re caught up on everything, and you know what to expect for your vacation. REVIEW: This NEW Treat Might Cost More Than Your Lunch in Epic Universe Read more: DFB's complete guide to Universal’s Epic Universe >> Do you have a Universal trip coming up? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

BIG things are happening in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets recently opened to BIG fanfare. Meanwhile, the old Muppets Courtyard is being converted into Monstropolis, complete with a new suspended roller coaster ride straight out of Monsters, Inc. It’s opening soon! Meanwhile, Animation Courtyard is also getting a reimagining to become The Walt Disney Studios. Now, part of that reimagining opened recently, but we now know when the rest of The Walt Disney Studios is opening! The Magic of Disney Animation at The Walt Disney Studios will open on September 14th. That’s when the building with Mickey’s sorcerer hat atop it will open, bringing a new collection of experiences to visitors. You’ll get to explore the interior that offers new takes on the Disney Animation headquarters in Burbank, CA, as well as visit the different studio departments. Of course, some Disney friends will be around to keep things interesting and fun. You’ll get to go inside! You’ll experience interactive moments throughout the experience, as well as see portraits come to life as they did in the 100th Anniversary short “Once Upon A Studio.” You’ll also have a chance to visit a new playground themed to Mary Blair’s artwork for Alice in Wonderland at Drawn to Wonderland, learn to draw Disney characters with Olaf at Olaf Draws!, visit the Once Upon A Studio Theater, meet characters at Off The Page!, and more. “Olaf Draws” Concept Art ©Disney Here’s a map of everything you’ll be able to do at The Magic of Disney Animation. The Magic of Disney Animation Floor Plan ©Disney Disney even revealed a new poster for Drawn to Wonderland, the new Alice in Wonderland-themed play area inspired by Mary Blair’s artwork for the film. The playground will feature the Mad Tea Party, as well as the Mad Hatter’s house, the Queen of Hearts’ rose garden, and the Cheshire Cat’s Tulgey Wood. ©Disney Disney also revealed a poster for Off The Page!, an area where you can meet some of your favorite characters from Walt Disney Animation Studios in various animation departments. Here’s who you’ll meet and where: Mulan in Story Rapunzel in Layout Chip n’ Dale in Hand-Drawn Animation Donald and Daisy in Computer Animation Goofy in Lighting Stitch in Effects ©Disney A new poster also dropped for Olaf Draws!, which will be a drawing lesson led by Olaf with a little help from actual Disney animators. Classes will include the following: Mickey Mouse, with Dan Abraham, director (Once Upon A Studio, Baymax!) Minnie Mouse, with Hyun Min Lee, animator (Frozen 2, The Princess and the Frog) Donald Duck, with Austin Traylor, animator (Once Upon A Studio, Moana 2)  Genie, with Eric Goldberg, animator (Aladdin, Hercules)  Moana, with Samantha Vilfort, story artist (Encanto, Zootopia 2)  Stitch, with Fawn Veerasunthorn, director and head of story (Wish, Raya and the Last Dragon) Olaf, with Trent Correy, director (Once Upon A Studio, Frozen 3) Ursula, with Michael Woodside, animator (Big Hero 6, Encanto) Judy Hopps & Nick Wilde, with Byron Howard, director (Zootopia, Zootopia 2) ©Disney In the Once Upon A Studio Theater, you can watch the animated short of the same name with enhanced effects to really bring the story alive. You may even spot characters within the artwork along the walls! The space will also feature an enchanted art gallery. ©Disney We can’t wait to see The Magic of Disney Animation with our own eyes, and we’ll be sure to keep you updated on everything about it. So stay tuned to DFB for more. The One Hollywood Studios Trick That Will Always Get You on More Rides 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? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Here at Disney Food Blog, we always make sure to keep you informed of all Disney news. Everything from new rides, exciting announcements, closures, and new snacks, we’ve got you covered! Cinderella Castle But sometimes, sharing Disney news means discussing when Disney’s newest financial results are coming out, which is exactly what we are doing today, so let’s dive in! Disney typically has a quarterly earnings call, which will happen four times throughout the year. The last earnings call was back on May 6th, and it revealed Disney’s plans to grow further across every sector. They shared the continued growth of the Disney Cruise Line fleet to 13 by 2031. Disney also confirmed that global guests grew 2% compared to the prior-year quarter, and that attendance at the domestic parks declined 1% when compared to the prior-year quarter. Disney Wish Atrium They also reinforced the importance of all the upcoming projects within the parks, such as Monsters Inc. Land, Villains Land, Piston Peak, Pueblo Esperanza, and more! They also revealed that they are focusing on creating more content across all of their platforms. In general, the report revealed that Disney is very optimistic about the future, and they are set on bringing more experiences, entertainment, and content to guests. So as you can see, we always get excited when an earnings call comes up, and it was just announced when the next one will be. Lots of changes are coming to Disney World Set your calendars because Disney will be reporting its fiscal Q3 2026 financial results before the market opens on Wednesday, August 5th. There will also be a live webcast at 8:30 AM ET. We cannot wait to see what this report reveals and get a glimpse behind the scenes of Disney’s earnings and plans for the future. Hollywood Studios We will update you on everything we learn from this earnings call, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog so you never miss anything! Disney Dropped 4 Major Announcements In Their Last Earnings Call 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 Disney news? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

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Choosing where to stay at Disney World is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make when planning your vacation. The Dolphin Hotel While plenty of guests book one resort and never think twice about it, some hotels offer perks that can completely change the way you experience your trip. If you’ve never considered staying at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, there are two major reasons it might convince you to switch hotels on your next Disney World vacation. Room Service Makes Resort Days Even Better Sometimes the best part of a Disney vacation is slowing down for a little while. Whether you’re taking a midday break from the parks or planning a full resort day, having room service available can make your stay feel much more relaxing. Especially since most of the Disney Resorts do not have room service anymore! Instead of heading back out to grab food after a long day of walking, you can have a meal delivered right to your room. Swan and Dolphin Resort It’s especially convenient if you’re traveling with little ones who are already asleep, if you’re exhausted after Extended Evening Hours, or if you simply want a quiet breakfast before heading to the parks. It may seem like a small perk, but after logging 20,000-plus steps in the parks, being able to unwind with dinner in your room can feel like a luxury you’ll wonder how you ever vacationed without. They are available for breakfast from 6 to 11 AM and for dinner from 5 PM to midnight. Sushi from Kimonos And guys, the food is actually fantastic! For dinner, you can order things like quesadillas, chicken wings, soups, salads, wraps, burgers, and even pizza. But that’s not all; there are several pasta dishes and Asian cuisine you can order, including sushi! For breakfast, you can order cereal, waffles, omelets, and more. We love the variety you can get here without even leaving your room! Some of the dinner entree options. ©Swan & Dolphin You Can Walk to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios Location is everything at Disney World, and this is where the Swan and Dolphin truly shines. The resort sits within walking distance of both EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, making it one of the most convenient places to stay on property. Instead of waiting in long bus lines at the end of the night or squeezing onto crowded transportation during the morning rush, you can simply stroll back to your hotel. Walking path The International Gateway entrance to EPCOT is just a short walk away, making it incredibly easy to pop into the park for dinner, a festival snack, or a few attractions without committing to a full park day. The walk to Hollywood Studios is just as convenient, and if you don’t feel like walking, you also have access to Friendship Boats that travel between the parks and nearby resorts. Having multiple transportation options gives you extra flexibility and can save valuable vacation time throughout your trip. For guests who plan to spend a lot of time in EPCOT or Hollywood Studios, it’s hard to overstate just how much this location improves the overall Disney experience. Less time commuting means more time enjoying attractions, dining, and entertainment. Swan and Dolphin Hotel walkway to parks If you’ve always stayed at the same Disney Resort, it might be worth branching out. Between the convenience of room service and the unbeatable ability to walk to two of Disney World’s most popular theme parks, the Swan and Dolphin offers perks that can completely change your vacation. Be sure to keep following Disney Food Blog for more Disney hotel tips, planning advice, and the latest Disney World news before your next trip. Hardcore Disney Adults Have Adopted A New Hotel Trend 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

Disney Springs is THE place in Disney World for shopping, dining, and entertainment, but there are some days that we walk into this part of Disney World and flat-out CRINGE. Disney Springs Sign We love everything Disney Springs has to offer, from sought-after Disney merchandise to mouthwatering restaurants (I’m talking to you, Homecomin’), but there are just some things that give us the ick when we’re here, and we’re laying it all down for you right now! Looking For Transportation That’s Not There There are a lot of different modes of transportation Disney guests can take — the Monorail, the ferry boats, the Friendship Boats, the Skyliner, rideshare options — the list goes on and on. But not every area has the same modes of transportation. So, when people are looking for transportation like the Monorail or the Skyliner in Disney Springs, we take a deep breath. Monorail at EPCOT Disney Springs only has two free modes of Disney transportation — the buses and the boats to nearby resorts. There is also a rideshare option, but that comes at an extra cost. It’s also important to note that the buses and boats only go to resorts, not the theme parks. If you want to go to one of the four theme parks and you’re at Disney Springs, you’ll either have to board the buses or boats back to your resort and go from there, or take a rideshare over to the parks. Disney Springs Boat Dock We Just Got A BIG Magic Kingdom Transportation Update Can’t Find Pleasure Island We get it — it may have been a long time since your last Disney trip, and things may not look the same anymore, but one of the biggest icks we get when going to Disney Springs is seeing someone looking for Pleasure Island. This area was catered to adults with themed nightclubs, bars, and entertainment venues and officially closed in September 2008. While we do cringe at this moment, we can’t help but feel bad because let’s be real — we miss it too! Pleasure Island 4 Abandoned and Creepy Parts of Disney World Trying To Board A Bus Without A Reservation This is the newest addition to our “Top Cringey Things You Can Do in Disney World” list because this rule was enacted just under a month ago! Now, guests boarding the buses to nearby Disney resorts MUST show their hotel or dining reservation to be allowed on board. The New Bus Rule Recently, we’ve really gotten the ick when guests are turned away from boarding because they weren’t aware of this new rule. Even worse is when the guest turns it into a whole scene by arguing with the Cast Members, who are only doing their jobs. Don’t be that person and read up on Disney’s newest rules before your next trip! Disney Bus Everything You Need To Know About the New Disney Springs Transportation Rule Leaving Your Kids Unsupervised Many guests think that they can leave their children unsupervised in Disney World because there’s always a Cast Member around to watch, but PLEASE DO NOT DO THIS. Cast Members are there to help make sure you are having a great vacation, not to be free babysitters. Not only is it cringey, but it’s also not allowed — all children must be supervised by an adult, no matter where they are or if there is a Cast Member nearby. It can get very crowded in Disney Springs since it doesn’t require a park ticket, so always keep an eye on your children! Disney Springs Crowds Are Disney’s Theme Parks Getting MORE Crowded? New Report Reveals All Obstructing Walkways One of the most common things to do that is extremely cringey is to obstruct walkways. We see this ALL the time — stopping in the middle of a walkway to tie your shoe, standing in front of an entrance to a store, blocking an emergency exit; we see these things CONSTANTLY! The next time you’re caught in a similar situation, just take a moment to step to the side and be aware of your surroundings because obstructing these areas is actually prohibited in all parks and resorts in Disney World. Disney Springs So, before your next trip to Disney Springs, remember these cringey things and AVOID them at all costs! We’re always here giving you tips for your upcoming Disney World trips, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Disney Springs Just Turned a Viral Snack Into an EXCLUSIVE Souvenir 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 cringiest thing you’ve seen in Disney World? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

A Walt Disney World vacation is full of memories worth revisiting for years to come, and Disney PhotoPass Service captures the photos that will take you back to the magic every time. Whether it’s photos from seeing the newly repainted Cinderella Castle, experiencing the fun of Cool KIDS’ SUMMER or becoming a Galactic Hero on Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin, here’s a guide to all the can’t-miss PhotoPass spots around the resort. Disney PhotoPass at Walt Disney World Disney PhotoPass at Disney World Parks PhotoPass at Disney World Resort Hotels Disney PhotoPass at Disney Springs What is PhotoPass? Disney PhotoPass Service is located throughout Walt Disney World and is there to snap the photos you’ll treasure for a lifetime. You can spot our talented PhotoPass cast across our parks, resorts and Disney Springs, as well as at special events like runDisney races. They’ll help you pose, they’ll frame the best shot and they’ll capture all the magic of the moment. Disney PhotoPass at Disney World Parks Let’s start this guide in the parks, where there’s no shortage of photo-worthy stops… we’re talking more than 175 Disney PhotoPass locations. You’ll find photographers near icons like Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom, Spaceship Earth at EPCOT, the Tree of Life at Animal Kingdom, ;the Millennium Falcon at Hollywood Studios, and more. Magic Shots Don’t forget to ask your photographer about Magic Shots! This PhotoPass exclusive includes over 100 special effects that are digitally (or, auto-magically) added to your photos. You may see characters, pixie dust, or fun seasonal and event overlays. In addition to the icons and scenic park stops, PhotoPass can be found at select character greetings for everything from hugs to high-fives. PhotoPass on Rides On-ride photos and videos give you more than one way to relive your adventures at more than a dozen attractions. Some of the newest PhotoPass memories come with a little extra pixie dust. Whether it’s your mission score and rank on Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin or a variety of concert-inspired posters from Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, attraction photos are more personalized than ever. And even more PhotoPass attraction magic is on its way… stay tuned! Capture Your Moment If you’ve got a little extra time in the parks, try Capture Your Moment. It’s a personalized 20-minute Disney PhotoPass session. With the parks as your backdrop, our photographers can capture special moments like first visits, birthdays, graduations, and more. Ready to strike a pose? Capture Your Moment is at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios with separate sessions available in Batuu. PhotoPass at Disney World Resort Hotels For even more options, we just launched Signature Portrait Sessions: Resorts which provides a longer, more personalized and all-inclusive photo shoot experience at either Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa or Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. These private photo sessions include up to 40 minutes of photo capture and consultation time, access to special props, photo retouching, and downloads of photos. They’re led by specially trained photographers and photo assistants who will capture professional photos tailored to your needs. Sessions are available to book online or in the My Disney Experience App today and can be booked up to 60 days in advance. Disney PhotoPass at Disney Springs The Disney PhotoPass Studio at Disney Springs is another easy photo stop to add to your vacation must-dos. Located in the Marketplace, the indoor studio offers a complimentary photoshoot with no reservation required, featuring fun props, virtual backdrops and seasonal sets that change throughout the year. We’ll share more soon about what’s next for the studio, including fun ways to step into your favorite Disney stories. Memory Maker Once your photos are taken, they’ll be added to your Disney PhotoPass gallery, available online or in the My Disney Experience app where you can purchase and download your favorites. If you want access to download all your photos, consider purchasing Memory Maker. It includes unlimited downloads of all your photos and videos from your vacation, and you can save $25 when purchased in advance. Hidden Details and Easter Eggs in Toy Story Land READ MORE New Pool Area and Refreshed Lobby at Fort Wilderness READ MORE Come Sit with Us: Our Rootin’ Tootin’ Roundup Rodeo BBQ Review READ MORE The post Guide to PhotoPass at Disney World appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

If you’re visiting Disney World, you’ll never NOT have an answer to the question “Where should we eat?” That’s because you have a multitude of choices on Disney property that you might not think you should leave the Disney bubble when you visit. Four Flamingos: A Richard Blais Florida Kitchen However, if you’re willing to travel a little, you might want to visit Four Flamingos: A Richard Blais Florida Kitchen at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress. After all, this celebrity chef-led Michelin-recommended restaurant has some big things planned for the summer! Four Flamingos is inviting YOU to experience its restaurant in new ways this summer with activities that include everything from hands-on experiences, pickleball, and mixology, starting with the Guac It Out Challenge and Mixology Class on July 29th at 4 P.M. This class will give you a chance to mix up four signature margaritas while enjoying a live liquid nitrogen margarita demonstration presented by Chef Blais. Cocktail class at Four Flamingos Teams will then join the Guac It Out Challenge, where they have to create original guacamole recipes using mystery ingredients paired with cocktails, all to be judged by Chef Blais and the Four Flamingos culinary team. The cost for the class and competition is $99 per person, and you can get tickets here. Chef Richard Blais On July 30th, you can join in the “Blais of Glory” Pickleball Tournament. You’ll rotate through 15-minute matches playing with and against Chef Blais. Afterward, you’ll attend a reception at Little Flamingos with light bites, beverages, and a meet-and-greet with the chef. Don’t want to play? Spectator tickets are also available. Player tickets are $105 plus tax and gratuity, while spectator tickets are $75 plus tax and gratuity. An optional beverage package is available for $45. Get tickets here. ©Disney Enjoy a BBQ Pig’nic with Chef Blais on July 31st from 6:30 P.M. to 9 P.M with a menu including the following: Puerto Rican style lechon asado, slow-roasted & seasoned with Four Flamingos signature Key Lime mojo House-made sauce bar with jerk glaze, smoked avocado & jalapeño chimichurri, pineapple rum glaze, Vega’s hot sauce, and more Sides including Caribbean snapper ceviche, Papas Pilar maduros, mango kimchi slaw, yucca al ajillo, platanos en escabeche salad, arroz con gandules and passionfruit & lime pepper wings Dessert bar with mango & basil arroz con leche, guava & cheese quesitos, coconut macaroons, tres leches tiramisu, dulce de leche tartlets Did someone say dessert bar? There will also be a Q&A with Chef Blais. Tickets are $126.97, which includes food, non-alcoholic beverages, and gratuity. An additional beverage package is available for $45. Grab tickets here. Four Flamingos Finally, you can enjoy the Little Flamingos Lakeside Pop-Up from July 26th through 30th and August 1st through August 7th “in an elegant and intimate waterside setting overlooking Lake Windsong.” This pop-up event will feature a curated menu of Four Flamingos favorites, as well as some signature cocktails and “a couple of refreshing new additions.” Reservations are limited and can be acquired through OpenTable. Caviar Taiyaki We’ll keep an eye out for more foodie events in the Disney World area, so stay tuned to DFB for more. REVIEW: This Is the PERFECT Example of Why You Should LEAVE the Disney Bubble 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 Would you be willing to leave Disney World for one of these events? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

One of Disney’s biggest events of the year is coming back this fall to California Adventure! Oogie Boogie Bash 2025 Oogie Boogie Bash is the most spook-tacular offering for the Halloween season at Disneyland Resort, and it’s VERY popular! In 2026, it’ll be running on select nights from August 18th through October 31st. Just a few weeks are left until the first night happens, and we just got a MAJOR teaser about a new character! The video shows pink potions brewing. Perhaps the poison…the poison for Kuzco? The poison chosen specifically to kill Kuzco? Kuzco’s poison? Yeah, that looks about right. The video ends with a purple feather falling down to the tray, a feather that looks suspiciously like the ones Yzma wears. We’re pretty confident on this one, folks! Spinach Puffs! ©Disney This would not be the first-ever appearance of Yzma in the Disney parks, but it’s exceedingly rare. We’re talking specialty events or runDisney races for the most part. This is a character whom dedicated Disney fans love and based on the hype in Disney’s comments, are VERY excited to see in California Adventure. ©IMDb ©Disney We’ll be at Oogie Boogie Bash this year to bring you all the updates and share the new happenings with you, so stay tuned to DFB by following us on social media and subscribing to our newsletter. Get All the Oogie Boogie Bash Details Here! IT'S SPOOK-TACULAR! Get ready for the spookiest season of the year at Disney World with our guide -- Halloween at Disney World: DFB's Spook-tacular Guide! From the thrills of Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party to the enchanting resort decorations that'll send shivers down your spine, our guide is packed with tips and tricks to help you squeeze every ounce of ghoulish fun out of your visit. Plus, we've got the inside scoop on all the limited-time-only bone-chilling activities happening across the parks! Get the Halloween at Disney World: DFB's Spook-tacular Guide to make your frightfully delightful adventure even more magical! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Halloween at Walt Disney World Get ALL the Info on Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Photos AND Reviews: ALL the Fall and Halloween Treats in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Are you going to Oogie Boogie Bash this year? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

According to the Orlando Business Journal, the Holocaust Museum for Hope & Humanity is being built in downtown Orlando. While this was announced in 2020, this new update might make visiting the museum the top of your list. ©OBJ A design firm known for its work on theme parks is working on the museum. The Orlando-based company, MDSX, is designing exhibits for the museum. The $63 million project plans to break ground near the end of the year in downtown Orlando. ©OBJ MDSX Chief Creative Officer Steve Tatham told the Orlando Business Journal that he was prepared for people to ask and wonder why he is involved in the project. Before joining MDSX, Tatham worked as the executive creative director for Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe. He said that the key component of theme park design is storytelling, much like that of some museums. ©HMREC “These tools that we use, what I call narrative architecture, the telling of stories through physical spaces, are very impactful in theme parks,” Tatham said. “If you want to tell the story of Harry Potter or Star Wars, you can use physical spaces that are familiar to people to evoke emotions — so we are using that.” Currently, the Holocaust Memorial Resource & Education Center of Florida is located at 851 N Mailtain Ave and opened in 1986. The new location will be around 25,000 square feet, which is more than triple the size of the current space. ©OBJ Suzanne Grimmer, senior director of museum experiences, said the latest partnership with MDSX is intended to build something unlike a traditional museum, such as one full of glass boxes with artifacts. Grimmer mentioned that the storytelling methodology for the new museum is ideal for this unconventional approach. The new museum will center on the stories of eight Holocaust survivors, all of whom currently live in Florida. ©OBJ Suzanne said, “We’ve had past designs and schematics done for this exhibit, and the reason that we decided to conclude those and go with MDSX is that when we’re going through it. They were neutral. I was failing to see where my connection to the survivor was, and it felt like the room was at the forefront and not the story.” ©HMREC “This approach represents a deliberate shift away from perpetrator-centered storytelling toward an experience grounded in lived moments, emotional truth and human connection,” according to the center’s website. The new museum is set to open in 2028. Make sure you keep following Disney Food Blog for more news in the Orlando area. EXPERTS PREDICT RECORD-BREAKING TRAVEL THROUGH ORLANDO 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

If there’s one thing we love more than the word “free,” it’s the words “free” and “Disney” in the same sentence! Disney Magic Kingdoms ©Disney It’s not often we get free things in the Disney world, which is why we take them when we get them and tell you about them ASAP! In this case, if you’re a D23 member — just a General Member, no need for a Gold Membership — you can get something for free in a beloved video game right now! The popular game Disney Magic Kingdoms, available on multiple different platforms, is completely free to play and is a great way to get a taste of Disney magic when you’re far from home. To celebrate the upcoming D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event in August, you can now get your own exclusive D23-inspired Sorcerers Hat Concession will bring the spirit of D23 to your Kingdom! ©D23 This is completely free; you’ll just have to use the code D23DMKMAGIC to unlock it inside the game. It works just like the other concession stands in the game, so there’s nothing different about it except for the look, but hey, we’re not complaining in the slightest. ©D23 If you haven’t played Disney Magic Kingdoms, this is a game where you build your own magical Disney Park and welcome some of your favorite characters into the Kingdom. You can also participate in Mega and Mini events, complete quests, as well as collect decorations, attractions, and in-game pins, and overall just watch your perfect park come to life. We do our best to keep you updated on all the latest Disney video game news, as well as what’s happening both inside and outside of the parks, so stay tuned to DFB! The 5 BEST Disney Games for Nintendo Switch 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 this game? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

We’re eagerly awaiting a major Disney event that happens NEXT month! D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event is coming back in 2026 on August 14th-16th, and we can’t wait to check it out. This event happens every two years and features some major panels and exhibitions, often including news about the Disney parks and upcoming Disney media. And now, we know that one of the most fun aspects of D23 is returning! Disney has announced that cosplay meet-ups are returning to D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event in 2026. These meet-ups allow those who go all-out to gather together, take photos, and celebrate their love of costuming and cosplaying. ©Disney Here’s the schedule for the weekend’s meet-ups: Friday, August 14th 9:45 AM – 10:30 AM | Star Wars 11 AM – 11:45 AM | Pixar 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM | Marvel 2:15 PM – 2:45 PM | All the Worlds of Disney Saturday, August 15th 12 PM – 12:45 PM | Disney Princesses, Heroes, and Villains 2:15 PM – 3:15 PM | Disney Parks and Games Sunday, August 16th 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM | All the Worlds of Disney @acrow59, @karamiadarling, & @jimmysherfy If you’ve ever been to a D23 event, you know that people go HARD into the cosplay aspect. We’ve seen some truly incredible looks in the convention center in the past, themed to characters from movies, shows, and event rides and attractions. If you’re planning to attend, you’re more than welcome to cosplay or Disneybound. @the_dapper_docs To check out these meet-ups, you’ll need to head to the Grand Plaza Fountain. All you’ll need to bring along with you is your D23: The Ultimate Fan Event ticket. Admission is required but tickets are still available online now. @mmccul05 We’ll keep you in the loop with more news from D23 when it takes place next month, and trust us, you’ll want to know what’s going on! Subscribe to our newsletter and YouTube channel and follow us on social media for all the updates. See the Full D23 Schedule Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Do you dress up at D23? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Here at Disney Food Blog, we’re Disney experts. We go to Disney World for up to 12 hours every single day! We’re constantly trying out new items to stay organized, beat the heat, and make our Disney World days easier. Our Disney bag is full of essentials! Whether you’re looking to beat the heat, stay dry in the rain, or charge your phone on the go, our list of 85 Disney World essentials has the perfect find for you. We’ve rounded up our favorite gadgets that will make your Disney days ten times more magical! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We’ve compiled our four favorite essentials below, but if you want to skip to shopping, shop all 85 Disney World essentials here! view ON AMAZON Get the Frogg Toggs Poncho for a rainy day! Don’t forget raingear This Frogg Toggs Poncho is 100% waterproof for even the rainiest of days, plus it’s seam-taped for security, while still being lightweight enough to carry all day and durable enough to last for years. It comes in a handy waterproof bag for easy carrying – no more getting your things wet! view ON AMAZON Charge your phone on the go with the FuelRod MAX10! FuelRod MAX10 The FuelRod MAX10 is a wireless magnetic charger that’s perfect for charging phones, tablets, and other devices on the go. When its power runs low, you can easily swap it for a fresh, fully charged FuelRod Kiosk across Disney World and airports! view ON AMAZON Stay cool with our favorite Handheld Mini Fan! JISULIFE 3 IN 1 Handheld Mini Fan The JISULIFE Handheld Mini Fan keeps us cool from rope drop to fireworks. It also has a built-in flashlight and a power bank to charge your phone. It barely takes up any space in your backpack, but when you need it, you’ll be so glad you grabbed it. It might be small, but this fan works hard even on the hottest summer days. This is another one we constantly find ourselves reaching for! view ON AMAZON These Instant Hydration Electrolytes Packets will keep you hydrated! ©Amazon Electrolytes help a ton with the Florida heat. These Instant Hydration Electrolytes Packets are made of natural flavors like Watermelon, Lemon-Lime, and Raspberry with zero sugar and only 10 calories per serving. Just add them to a water bottle and stay extra hydrated all day! view ON AMAZON Still haven’t found the right Disney World essential for you? Shop all 85 of our go-tos here! 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’ve got a Disney World trip planned for this week, you need to prepare yourself! Cinderella Castle It is going to be very hot and very rainy this week at Disney World. Not only are we going to give you all of our best tips and tricks for the heat and rain, but we have some items to show you from Amazon that have helped us every park day this summer! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get this Bumkins Wet Bag Bumkin Wet Bag Hot Disney days mean a trip to Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach (which are BOTH open right now). If you are looking for a wet bag to bring with you to Disney World, we have loved this Bumkin Waterproof Wet Bag! Whether you are using the bag to bring your baby’s items, store wet clothes, or pack toiletries, we think it is so cute and works great. You only have a couple of months when both Disney Water Parks are open, so take advantage now! View on Amazon This Solar Buddies Sunscreen Applicator is a MUST! Solar Buddies Sunscreen Applicator The Solar Buddies Sunscreen Applicator is a refillable roll-on sponge that has done wonders for us at Disney World! It’s perfect for both kids and adults. Fill it with your chosen sunscreen, shake, and apply. The roller ball ensures even distribution, while the sponge aids in smooth application. We can’t stress enough how important sunscreen is in Florida, especially during the summer. Sure, you may be in and out of attractions, shops, and shows. But you can (and will) still get burnt unless you protect your skin. Plus, this is 20% off! View on Amazon We love the FROGG TOGG Poncho Frogg Toggs Poncho We find these Frogg Toggs Waterproof Ponchos always come in handy during the summertime in Florida (aka hurricane season). It’s 100% waterproof, very breathable, super easy to put on, and it has a pullover hood, which is great for those downpours! It’s also very easy to pack, as it comes with a little stuff sack to put the poncho in. You can get it for 41% off right now! View on Amazon Or, you can grab these Cooling Towels The 4-pack of cooling towels Alright, let’s talk about keeping cool. If you’ve been to Disney World during the summertime, you know how hot it gets quickly. With all the walking, waiting in lines outdoors, and standing in the sun, a way to cool down is a must. These Sukeen Cooling Towels are one of our favorite ways to stay cool! You can purchase a four-pack, coming with four cooling towels in different colors. These things are great, breathable microfiber towels to rest on your forehead, neck, or wherever you just need a cooldown. View On Amazon Don’t forget about this Shark ChillPill Shark Chill Pill The Shark ChillPill is an absolute game changer when it comes to staying cool at Disney World. It is the one and only 3-in-1 fan, mist, and InstaChill personal cooling system. This features an InstaChill cryo plate for contact-based relief that drops skin temperature by up to 16°F. It can be worn with the attached clip-on or twisted for hands-free tabletop mode. With a high-speed fan, dry-touch mist, and insta cooling plate, waiting in line for Slinky Dog Dash just got a whole lot easier. View on Amazon And finally, these Shoe Covers Silicone Waterproof Shoe Covers Nobody wants to get their kicks wet and dirty during hurricane season at Disney World. These Silicone Waterproof Shoe Covers may look goofy, but they’ve saved us time and time again! It may be in your best interest to size up to alleviate any discomfort from the zipper top, but these really do work on a wet and rainy day. With how often it rains in Florida, and to keep from having to deal with wet, smelly shoes during your trip or when packing up afterwards, these are absolutely worth it! It honestly made our trip so much easier. Oh, and the price is great as well. View on Amazon We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

Amazon, Target, BoxLunch, you’ve heard us rave about them all! That’s because all of our favorite Disney souvenirs come from those stores. ©Disney Disney fans, Disney adults, and Disney Park goers, we put together a list of six of the best Disney souvenirs you can find online from our favorite spots. Why limit yourself to one store when you can shop at THREE! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get these Minnie Mouse Ears ODOCARE Minnie Ears from Amazon These Handmade Minnie Ears from Amazon are a must-grab! Minnie Ears are THE accessory that everyone wears to the parks. These are basically like the ones you’d find at Disney World, only SO much cheaper. They may be cheaper, but that doesn’t take away from the great quality and comfort that these have as well! Seems like a steal, right?! Wait till you see the price! View on Amazon Check out these Bambi Pins ©BoxLunch These Bambi Floral Frame Pins are adorable! Avid Disney pin collectors may want to head over to BoxLunch’s website because this blind box contains one of these pins. Each pin is framed with a floral design and features a character from the Disney animated classic, Bambi. view ONLINE We love this Tangled Spirit Jersey ©Amazon After Minnie Ears, Spirit Jerseys might be the next most popular thing to wear at Disney Parks (when it’s not scorching hot, of course). Take a look at this Tangled Spirit Jersey, featuring Princess Rapunzel dancing among the floating lanterns! view ON AMAZON Or, you can grab this Stitch Coco-Pals Mug ©Amazon Beeline Creative Geeki Tikis are some of the most unique and creative mugs you can find. They make you feel like you’re lounging at Trader Sam’s in your own home. Target has a Stitch Coco-Pals Ceramic Mug, and we had to share it with you! view ONline Don’t forget about this Mickey Bubble Wand ©Amazon One of the most popular toys at Disney World is the bubble wand. Everywhere you walk, you see bubbles coming out of strollers, with “Under the Sea” playing. If your kiddo wants one for the day, we recommend buying the Disney Store Official Mickey Mouse Bubble Wand from Amazon! It lights up and shoots bubbles out of the top. view ON AMAZON And finally, there’s this Beauty and the Beast Loungefly ©Amazon BoxLunch is one of our favorite places to look for Loungefly bags, and they have this Beauty and the Beast Loungefly available right now! The bag features the enchanted rose from the iconic Disney movie and a silhouette of Belle on the side pocket. It wouldn’t be a “best Disney items” list without a Disney Loungefly! view ONline 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

The Carousel of Progress is currently closed in Magic Kingdom as it goes through a major refurbishment. Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress It closed in early July with plans to open in 2027, but Disney just filed a new permit that gives us a bit of an idea of the work going on behind the scenes. A permit was filed for “general construction” at the Carousel of Progress, under Walt Disney Imagineering. This is one of the many permits that have been filed for the space, likely with more to come, but this shows that even though it closed only a few weeks ago, Disney is ready to get to work and start the project. Carousel of Progress Each scene is being completely redone to represent new decades. The first act will be set in the 1960s, starting with the 1969 moon landing. The second act will be the 1980s, where Sarah is showing off her latest kitchen appliances and gadgets. ©Disney The third act is the new millennium, and you get to join New Year’s Eve 1999 with the whole family. The final, fourth act will showcase a possible future where a beautiful tomorrow is just a dream away. ©Disney Disney World’s first Walt Disney animatronic is also being added, along with an introduction scene. We saw the first Walt Disney animatronic over in Disneyland, and we’re SO excited to finally have one on the East Coast. Walt Disney — A Magical Life D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event starts on August 14th and is usually where Disney announces new projects and gives us updates on current ones. While they announced this project in May along with some concept art, we hope to hear a little bit more about it at D23. We’ll likely hear about other projects in Magic Kingdom, like Piston Peak and Villains Land, too. There will likely be so much more that we’re not expecting, too. The announcement at D23 last year! Make sure you keep following Disney Food Blog for more Disney news. We’ve been keeping a close eye on the project for any updates, and with D23 around the corner, we’ll be bringing you the latest Disney news right here at DFB. READ ABOUT ALL THE CHANGES COMING TO THE CAROUSEL OF PROGRESS 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 do you think about the changes coming? Tell us in the comments! View the full article