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Disney is FINALLY building its first new hotel since Disney’s Riviera Resort opened in 2019. The new hotel is called Lakeshore Lodge and is currently being constructed on the space that was once Disney’s River Country. The hotel is set to open in 2027, and reservations will open on October 8th. Lakeshore Lodge Ahead of that booking date, though, Disney has been dropping all kinds of new details about the new hotel, which is themed around “the beauty and magic of nature as seen through the eyes of Disney artists and storytellers.” Well, Disney just dropped a NEW look at the hotel’s lobby AND lounge, and we just HAD to share it with you. Disney revealed a new piece of concept art of the lobby showing its floor-to-ceiling windows, so that guests will always feel as if they’re surrounded by nature. The lobby takes inspiration from Pocahontas, and even has a fiberoptic river that will illuminate the lobby floor and flow around a custom bronze centerpiece. Okay, we have just one word: WOW. You’ll also spot some familiar friends from Disney animation, as well as a blown glass Colors of the Wind sculpture that has “hundreds of suspended glass leaves” so that the space has movement and color. And Disney magic, of course. ©Disney What’s a hotel lobby without a lounge, though? The lounge in this hotel lobby will be called Branch & Brush, offering handcrafted cocktails and amazing views of Bay Lake. But what’s most impressive about this lounge is that it’s inspired by the changing seasons, so it will have “rich colors, natural textures, and an enchanting collection of artwork.” At its heart is a color-changing chandelier…yes, a COLOR-CHANGING CHANDELIER that will bring all four seasons to life while you’re enjoying a drink in the lounge. ©Disney Simply gorgeous, right? Well, if you want to book a stay at this hotel, you don’t have much longer to wait. Bookings open up for Disney Vacation Club members on October 6th, for Disney World Annual Passholders on October 7th, and for everyone else on October 8th. We have a feeling this hotel is going to fill up fast for its opening week, so you’ll want to grab those reservations ASAP! We’ll keep an eye out for more Disney World news, 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 of Lakeshore Lodge so far? Will you be booking a stay there? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Disneyland is going through a LOT right now, with construction happening all throughout the resort. A new Coco ride and Avatar Land are coming to Disney California Adventure. Avengers Campus is getting an expansion with two new rides. Upgrades are happening at Disney’s Grand Californian Resort & Spa. Disneyland entrance Well, that’s not all. There’s also a lot of construction happening around the entrances to Disneyland, which means it’s a little harder to get INTO the resort. However, Disney recently posted a warning on its website about construction on the esplanade and how you can navigate it. Disneyland visitors will soon have to use temporary walkways surrounded by construction walls to get into the theme parks and Downtown Disney as a result of construction that will build a new pedestrian bridge over Harbor Boulevard. So entering the parks will be changing very soon and could change often while construction work is being done. Disneyland Esplanade Disney has already destroyed the ticket booths on the east Esplanade, while the East Security screening area temporarily shifts to that area. The ticket booths have been demolished The Toy Story parking lot shuttle bus drop-off and pick-up area is also changing. It will move slightly north and closer to Harbor Boulevard. Meanwhile, the Downtown Disney rideshare area has been refreshed, while selected transportation and pick-up and drop-off locations have been relocated nearby. Disneyland parking lot The new pedestrian bridge will connect the Disneyland esplanade with a new parking structure, transportation hub, and security screening area on what is now a Cast Member parking lot. A permanent security checkpoint will be located under the new pedestrian bridge once construction is completed. This is the first and one of the biggest steps in the $1.9 billion DisneylandForward expansion. ©Disney Construction work on the bridge and esplanade is expected to be completed in 2028 in time for the Avengers Campus expansion opening and the Los Angeles Summer Olympics. However, Disney has not yet officially announced an opening timeline. If you’ll be visiting Disneyland soon, you may want to give yourself additional time to get into the parks, especially if you’re staying off-property. We’ll keep an eye out for more Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more. You’ve Definitely Taken a Photo Here at Disneyland, and Its Story Is Weirder Than You Think 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 Will this construction impact your upcoming Disneyland trip? Share your thoughts in the comments! View the full article

Gen X has entered a very specific era of Disney World vacationing. This is the generation that survived latchkey childhoods, drank from garden hoses, figured out how to make plans without group texts, and somehow programmed VCRs using hieroglyphic instructions. Scrooge McDuck Now they’re coming to Disney World with reading glasses, retirement accounts, very strong opinions about noise levels, and absolutely no desire to spend 40 minutes circling a restaurant with a tray looking for an empty table. But what do they also have? They also have opinions on the restaurants available to them during their vacation. Born between 1965 and 1980, Gen X is roughly 46 to 61 years old in 2026. They’re also smack in one of adulthood’s more expensive chapters. Retirement is getting closer, while plenty are still helping kids, worrying about aging parents, or doing both at once. That changes the Disney dining budget flexibility. ©Disney Gen X remembers when a Disney vacation didn’t require apps, a portable battery, a spreadsheet, and the reflexes of a competitive gamer. They’re independent and skeptical. They appreciate something good without needing it to be “an experience.” And after decades of working, parenting, caregiving, and hearing every appliance in America start beeping at them, they would sometimes just like to sit down somewhere quiet. Grandpa We polled some of our resident Gen Xers about the Disney World restaurants they’re loving right now. The answers were consistent. Good food, good value, nostalgia, fewer hoops, and, emphatically, booze. The Unwritten Packing Rules Gen X Is Following in Disney World Cape May Cafe Character dining can get intense. Some character breakfasts feel like organized chaos — Mickey is making the rounds, somebody’s kid is melting down over breakfast potatoes, and a family of 12 is trying to wrangle everyone into the same photo before Donald wanders off. Cape May Cafe at Disney’s Beach Club Resort feels a little different. Donald Duck at Cape May Cafe Minnie’s Beach Bash Breakfast still gives you the classic Disney character breakfast experience, complete with Minnie Mouse and friends, but the whole thing tends to feel more relaxed than some of Disney World’s blockbuster character meals. That’s appealing to Gen X. The prettiest breakfast plate you ever did see! This generation does not necessarily need to secure the hardest reservation on property just because TikTok told everybody else to get it. Cape May Cafe delivers characters, Mickey waffles, coffee, and a calmer start to the morning. One of our Gen Xers specifically called out the fact that reservations tend to be easier to snag. Which means fewer alarms set for an obscene hour just to book breakfast. They’ve been waking up early for work since 1987. Enough. Cape May Cafe Review: We Ate TWO Meals in One Day at Cape May Cafe in Disney World, and We’re Not Mad About It. Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria Remember that part about retirement? Yeah, now the phrase “we could just split a pizza” hits differently. Via Napoli in EPCOT’s Italy pavilion has long been one of our favorite places for pizza, and it’s even more useful when you’re traveling with a group and don’t want everyone ordering a full entree. Prosciutto e Melone pizza at Via Napoli Via Napoli serves Italian dishes including pizzas from its wood-burning ovens, but the real appeal for our Gen X crew is the math. A big pizza shared around the table can make much more sense than ordering multiple individual entrees. “MEZZO SIZE, please!” Gen X understands this because they have reached the age when the words “catch-up contribution” appear in financial conversations. They would still like to go to Disney World and want to enjoy a solid dining experience. They would also like to stop working… eventually. And there’s something deeply recognizable about Gen X refusing to pay more simply because you technically could. This is the generation that kept empty Cool Whip containers because those were now Tupperware. Wood-burning “Volcano” Ovens at Via Napoli The Two Best Things To Order at Via Napoli in EPCOT Casey’s Corner Casey’s Corner doesn’t need to reinvent itself. In fact, please don’t. The Magic Kingdom staple still serves the sort of baseball-park food that has fueled Disney vacations for decades, including hot dogs, mini corn dogs, and fries. For Gen X, though, the food is only half of it. This one is memory. Have you ever seen something so beautiful? A lot of today’s Gen X Disney fans first visited Magic Kingdom as kids, and Casey’s still feels closely tied to that version of the park. It sits right at the end of Main Street, U.S.A., with the smell of hot dogs in the air, the piano playing outside, and Cinderella Castle looming just beyond it all. For a minute, you’re eight years old again, long before anyone had ever uttered the words “virtual queue.” That kind of nostalgia hits Gen X especially hard because so much of the world they grew up with has changed or disappeared completely. Shopping malls aren’t what they were, MTV definitely isn’t what it was, video stores are gone, and even the McDonald’s PlayPlace has lost some of its former glory. Casey’s Corner But you can still walk down Main Street, grab something from Casey’s, and find a little thread connecting this Disney trip to one you took decades ago. Lunch doesn’t need to be innovative. REVIEW: We Ate EVERYTHING at Casey’s Corner in Disney World The Hollywood Brown Derby At some point, Disney dining priorities shift. You still want a good meal, but you also want to sit down somewhere comfortable, order a proper cocktail, and hear the person across the table without leaning in like you’re sharing classified information. That is where The Hollywood Brown Derby comes in. The Hollywood Brown Derby The restaurant has plenty of nostalgia, but it’s a different flavor than Casey’s Corner. Brown Derby taps into old-school Hollywood, with dark wood, caricatures lining the walls, white tablecloths, and a menu that still includes the famous Cobb Salad inspired by the original Hollywood Brown Derby recipe. Cobb Salad For Gen X, though, a big part of the appeal is that it feels like a retreat from the park outside. Disney World can be loud, crowded, and over-stimulating, so stepping into a restaurant that feels a little more polished and removed from all of that can be surprisingly restorative. And Gen X has earned the right to appreciate a quiet dining room. This is a generation that has spent decades sitting through school concerts, youth sports, office meetings, birthday parties, airport delays, and every other noisy obligation adulthood can manufacture. At Disney World, a comfortable chair, a decent steak, and a cocktail served without a side of sensory overload start to feel downright luxurious. Brown Derby Brown Derby doesn’t need to chase trends or build dinner around a gimmick. It’s established, comfortable, and a little old-fashioned in the best way. For Gen X, is an island of sanctuary and inner-peace in an ocean of over-stimulation and thrill rides. The Best Thing I Ate All Week in Disney World Was At Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge. Jiko I can’t write a post about “favorite restaurants” and NOT mention Jiko. It’s quiet, elegant, a little under the radar, and should definitely make the list of anyone visiting Disney World (Gen Xer or not!) Jiko Jiko at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is one of Disney World’s Signature Dining restaurants, with African-inspired dishes, an impressive South African wine list, and the kind of atmosphere that feels special without turning dinner into a production. And that may be exactly why it works so well for Gen X. Jiko Wine Selection There’s no sense that you’re racing the rest of the internet to get there before the next viral menu item disappears. You don’t need to order something because everybody on social media is holding it up to a camera. Jiko is simply a really good restaurant, tucked away at a resort that rewards people who already know where they want to go. By this point, Gen X has spent enough years being marketed to, upsold, trend-chased, and told what they absolutely need to try. If they’ve found a restaurant with great food, a quieter dining room, good wine, and an atmosphere they actually enjoy, they’re not abandoning it because something newer opened across the property last Tuesday. Yum! They know what they like. Jiko delivers it. Reservation hype can carry on without them. My Official Love Letter to Jiko in Disney World Regal Eagle Smokehouse Gen X grew up with The Muppets. This creates certain obligations. Regal Eagle Smokehouse in EPCOT is themed around Sam Eagle’s distinctly over-the-top salute to American barbecue, and yes, we understand that the Muppet theming here is more restrained than having Kermit personally deliver your brisket. Doesn’t matter. A Muppet is involved. Gen X reports for duty. A Sam Eagle Reference Regal Eagle serves barbecue inspired by regional styles from around the country, with plenty of sauces, beer, cider, and cocktails to round things out. The food is solid, the location is easy, and Sam Eagle presides over the whole operation with exactly the kind of stern patriotic disapproval we’ve come to expect from him. All the eats! The only problem is that the dining room can get crowded. This presents Gen X with one of its greatest natural predators: Find-a-table roulette. Ordinarily, this generation would take one look at the chaos, mutter something under its breath, and leave. But it’s The Muppets, so they’ll endure. They’ll guard a table while someone else gets the food. They’ll stare down anybody approaching a vacant chair. They’ll establish a defensive perimeter around the condiment station if required. Crowds during lunch Gen X spent entire childhood summers outside with no adult supervision; they can handle this. For Sam. The BEST $20 You’ll Spend at Regal Eagle in Disney World Literally Any Lounge And then one of our bold Gen Xers entered the chat. Her contribution to this discussion was so perfectly on brand that it needed almost no editing: “Some of us (points to self) are coping with the general decline of humanity with booze, soooo… [INSERT ANY LOUNGE HERE].” Orange-spiced Sangria That may be the Gen X Disney dining manifesto in one sentence. Give them a lounge. Tambu Lounge, Territory Lounge, Nomad Lounge, Enchanted Rose, Dahlia Lounge, Crew’s Cup, AbracadaBar. The specific choice almost doesn’t matter. What matters is finding a comfortable chair, ordering something decent to eat, and having a drink without turning the whole thing into an event. The most relaxing atmosphere That is a very appealing proposition for a generation that has spent most of its adult life managing schedules, careers, kids, parents, bills, group chats, and whatever else is demanding attention before breakfast. Sometimes the luxury isn’t a hard-to-get reservation. Sometimes it’s sitting in a dimly lit room with a cocktail and nobody asking you to pose for a photo. Brulee Banana Highball And Disney World has officially added another option to the rotation. Hurly-Burly opened at Disney’s BoardWalk TODAY, October 1st, with light bites, specialty drinks, and entertainment taking over the former Jellyrolls space. Families can stop by during the afternoon, but after 9PM, the venue shifts to 21-and-up with live music. Hurly-Burly Which sounds almost tailor-made for Gen X. Spend the day being responsible, walking EPCOT, keeping track of everyone, and maybe answering the work email you absolutely should have ignored. Then 9PM hits, the under-21 crowd clears out, the music starts, and somebody puts a cocktail in your hand. Now we’re talking. The SECRET to Getting Into the Most Popular Disney World Lounges and Bars Gen X Knows What It Wants Gen X has a pretty clear pattern for dining at Disney World, and it has less to do with chasing whatever just opened than with knowing exactly what makes a meal worth their time. Full spread at Hollywood Brown Derby They want a character breakfast that doesn’t require a battle plan, a pizza that can feed the table without torching the vacation budget, and a place like Casey’s that still feels connected to the Disney World they remember growing up with. They appreciate Brown Derby and Jiko because sometimes a good meal, a comfortable chair, and a little breathing room are more appealing than another buzzy reservation everyone is scrambling to get. They’ll even put up with a crowded dining room at Regal Eagle because, well, The Muppets are involved, and some loyalties run deep. Casey’s Corner! And when they’ve had enough of crowds, mobile orders, and whatever fresh logistical puzzle Disney World has handed them that day, there’s always a lounge somewhere with a decent drink and an empty seat. Let everyone else fight over the viral reservation. Gen X already found the barstool, ordered an Old Fashioned, and muted the group chat. Stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more on Disney World and beyond! The Best Restaurants at Disney World in 2026 Read More About Disney Gen X Trends Disney Fans in Their 50s Refuse to Ride These 8 Magic Kingdom RidesGen X and Millennials Are Obsessed with Cruising Now and We Know WhyThe Loungefly EVERY Gen X’er is Wearing to Disney WorldWhat Each Generation Grabs as a Quick Magic Kingdom Snack — From Boomers to Gen ZThe Unwritten Packing Rules Gen X Is Following in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Which of these dining locations are you planning to visit on your next Disney vacation? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

If you’re planning a trip to Disney World or anywhere else, you’ve probably seen just how high airfare prices seem to be right now. Now, airlines have a good excuse for raising prices because the cost of fuel has gone up by a lot, but even if fuel prices go down, it looks like travelers might still be stuck with higher airfares. Flying just keeps getting more expensive Well, that’s going to be even more true going into the holiday season. According to CBS News, holiday airfares this year will be the highest they’ve been in 10 years. Ouch. The average round-trip ticket price for a domestic flight during Thanksgiving week is $402, which is an increase of $95 from the same time last year. Meanwhile, round-trip domestic flights around Christmas are now averaging $452, which is $85 more than last year. That’s a pretty significant increase. American Airlines Plane Right now, tickets for domestic round-trip flights are up 31% compared to last year, mostly due to higher jet fuel costs. Months of these higher jet fuel costs due to the conflict in Iran are why Thanksgiving and Christmas airfares are reaching the highest they’ve been in a decade. The cost of jet fuel is usually around 30% of an airline’s operating costs. This is in addition to higher checked bag fees that airlines put into place earlier this year. Flying Before the Iran war began in February, jet fuel was around $99 per barrel, but since then, it has peaked at $209 in April and $195 per barrel in September. It was pretty much inevitable that airlines increased their airfare prices to compensate for the greater expense. Flying is getting pricier However, not all hope is lost because there are ways to save a little on holiday airfare. First, being flexible with your destination could save you quite a bit of money. You’ll also want to book your holiday airfare before Halloween because fares aren’t expected to drop and may increase. ©Southwest Airlines Also, consider traveling on off-peak days: for example, you may save money by flying on a Monday or Tuesday before Thanksgiving and returning on any other day than the Sunday after the holiday. If you’re traveling for Christmas, avoid traveling on December 18th, 19th, 20th, and 27th. Aim for other days to save some on your airfare. MCO Airport Security We’ll keep you updated on more travel news, so stay tuned to DFB for more. 5 Travel Essentials We’re Never Flying Without Again Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think? Have you booked your holiday airfare yet? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

If you’ve ever wanted to spend time in Epic Universe without the crowds and the long lines, you need to know about Universal Orlando’s NEW after-hours event, Universal Nights. It lets you experience the park with fewer people and shorter waits. And we’ll be there for the very first night on October 3rd! Celestial Goodnight Universal Nights is Epic Universe’s first-ever special-ticketed event, and it’s proven so popular that Universal has already added MORE dates. Before we head in, here’s everything you’ll be able to do once the regular day guests head home, and what we’ll be checking out for you. Universal Nights: The Basics Universal Nights at Epic Universe is a limited-capacity, special-ticketed event that gets you into the park after hours, from 9 PM to midnight. You can enter as early as 7 PM, which gives you up to five hours in the park. It’s a lot like the After Hours events at Disney World. Celestial Park at night The event was originally announced for October 3rd and 17th. It’s now happening on five nights: Saturday, October 3rd Saturday, October 17th (SOLD OUT) Saturday, October 24th Friday, November 6th Friday, November 20th Tickets are on sale now and start at $179.99 plus tax per person. Universal Orlando Annual Passholders save 10% on tickets. Your event ticket is all you need to get in at 7 PM, so there’s no need to buy a separate daytime ticket. Just know that the event isn’t included with regular park admission, and it happens rain or shine. Celestial Park in Epic Universe EVERY Ride Is Open Universal says all attractions will be open during the event, across all five worlds. Here’s what you can ride. Stardust Racers Celestial Park Stardust Racers Constellation Carousel Super Nintendo World Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge Mine-Cart Madness Yoshi’s Adventure Power-Up Band interactive games throughout the land The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk Hiccup’s Wing Gliders Dragon Racer’s Rally Fyre Drill Dark Universe Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment Curse of the Werewolf On a regular day, headliners like Battle at the Ministry, Mine-Cart Madness, and Stardust Racers can post hours-long waits. With capacity capped, we’ll be tracking wait times all night to see how many rides you can realistically fit in. We’ll also look for the best order to tackle them. Super Nintendo World Watch Celestial Goodnight That 7 PM entry means you can catch Universal Celestial Goodnight, Epic’s nighttime spectacular, before the event officially begins. Fountains, lights, and fireworks take over Celestial Park, and it’s a pretty magical way to start the night. We’ll share where to watch and how to get to your first ride as soon as the show ends. Celestial Goodnight Unlimited FREE Snacks This is the perk we’re most excited about. Unlimited complimentary snacks are available throughout the event, including berry-flavored Celestial Popcorn and crispy Kimchi Bao in Celestial Park. We’ll be taste-testing everything to find out: Whether the free snacks are actually good Whether they’re filling enough to count as dinner Whether there are any surprise snacks beyond what’s been announced What (if anything) is worth paying extra for Epic Universe at night Free Drinks, Too You’ll get a provided cup with refills from any Coca-Cola Freestyle location, with 100+ drink choices. We’ll let you know where to find the machines and whether the lines get long. Coca- Cola Freestyle Machine Characters and Entertainment Universal has promised character meet-and-greets throughout the park, along with entertainment and streetmosphere across all five worlds. The full lineup hasn’t been revealed yet, so we’ll be hunting for every character we can find. We’ll especially be watching for anyone you can’t meet during the day. Epic Universe also has two big stage shows, The Untrainable Dragon in Isle of Berk and Le Cirque Arcanus in the Ministry of Magic. We’ll report back on whether they’re running during event hours. Astrid in the Isle of Berk Passholder Perks On top of the 10% ticket discount, Premier Passholders save 15% and Preferred Passholders save 10% on food and merchandise at the event. We’ll be on the lookout for any event-exclusive merch worth using that discount on. Nintendo Superstar Store in Celestial Park So… Is It Worth $180? That’s the big question, and we’re going to answer it. We’ll compare Universal Nights to Disney’s After Hours events and give you our honest verdict on whether it’s worth the splurge or whether you’re better off with a regular park day. Celestial Park at night We’ll be in Epic Universe on October 3rd with wait times, snack reviews, character sightings, merch finds, and our final verdict. Don’t miss it, be sure to sign up for the DFB newsletter to get our full coverage straight to your inbox. Read more: DFB's complete guide to Universal’s Epic Universe >> Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you going to Universal Nights at Epic Universe? What do you want us to check out? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Today is the 55th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort! We talk a lot about our founder Walt Disney and the incredible change he brought into the world through the power of his imagination; on milestones such as this anniversary, it’s important to recognize that our cast members and guests carry Walt’s vision forward every day as they create the countless memories that make Disney so special. So, to all who enter this happy place to fill it with love, joy, passion, and dreams – welcome, and thank you. When the Disney brothers unveiled their plans for the Florida Project at that historic press conference in 1965, they imagined a place that would never stop evolving. And that vision has been fulfilled in so many remarkable ways since. In just the last five years since we celebrated the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort, we’ve added nearly a theme park’s worth of experiences, with over 70 experiences opened or refreshed since 2021. And we’re not done growing! If we were handing out “most likely” and “best of” awards, I’d have to award Walt Disney World with “Most Likely To Keep Moving Forward, Opening Up New Doors, and Doing New Things.” In fact – in the spirit of looking back and celebrating the 55th anniversary of the resort, here are a few more recent “best-of” moments since our last milestone: Best New Memories Under the Stars – “Luminous The Symphony of Us” (2023) and “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away” (2025): From the fireworks, fountains, and heartfelt music of the nighttime spectacular at EPCOT, to the starlit procession of dreamers and doers from beloved Disney tales at Magic Kingdom, “Luminous The Symphony of Us” and “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away” are the perfect ways to end a Disney day. Best Use of the Magic of Possibility – the transformation of EPCOT: Celebrating all the things that make EPCOT, EPCOT, the massive, multi-year transformation touched every neighborhood of the park and brought all-new experiences for guests to discover, including Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure (2021), Space 220 (2021), Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind (2023), the beautiful Dreamers Point and World Celebration Gardens (2023), CommuniCore Hall and Plaza (2024), and more. Best Thrills – TRON Lightcycle / Run Presented by Enterprise (2023), Tiana’s Bayou Adventure (2024), Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets (2026): If you ask my 10- and 8-year-old nephews what they like most about visiting Walt Disney World, the answer is going to be coasters, coasters, and more coasters (and Tower of Terror, a perennial favorite for the 10-year-old). The resort is full of thrilling experiences, and nothing makes your heart race and your imagination soar like riding a lightcycle, making an exhilarating 55-foot drop in a log flume, or racing higgledy-piggledy (sorry, Miss Piggy) to get to a sold-out Electric Mayhem concert. Best Immersion into the Magic – Round Up Rodeo BBQ (2023), The Beak and Barrel (2025), Zootopia: Better Zoogether! (2025): Storytelling is what Disney does best, and these three new experiences are perfect examples of just how immersive a well-told tale can be. You believe you’re a toy when you hear “Andy’s coming!” and freeze, mid-meal at Roundup Rodeo BBQ; you feel like a true pirate when you quench your thirst at the rowdiest tavern in Adventureland at The Beak and Barrel; and you know we’re all better Zoogether while the Tree of Life Theater comes to life around you. Best Place for Childlike Joy – Bluey’s Wild World at Conservation Station (2026), Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live! Show (2026), The Magic of Disney Animation (2026): Is there any better smile than that of a kiddo spotting Bluey and Bingo in real life at Disney’s Animal Kingdom? Or any better sound than families laughing together while they dance and play with Mickey Mouse and his friends? And personally, I felt like a kid again when Olaf teamed up with legendary Disney Animation artists to teach me how to draw favorite Disney characters at The Magic of Disney Animation. Best Chance for a Standing Ovation – Country Bear Musical Jamboree (2024), “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” (2025), “Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After” (2025): It’s no surprise that some of the finest stage performances can be found across Walt Disney World, including these three new and refreshed experiences. You can’t help but cheer hearing the Country Bears growl out bluegrass and country-western versions of classic Disney songs. And there’s theater magic to be found at Disney’s Hollywood Studios when you’re swimming under the sea with Ariel or judging which Disney villain was treated the most unfairly of them all. Best Night’s Sleep in the Magic – More than 18,000 refreshed rooms across 10 Resort hotels (2021-2025); Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows (2024); New cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground (2024): Home, sweet magical home! When you stay at Walt Disney World in any of these beautiful and modern rooms and hotels, you wake up only steps away from your next Disney adventure. Plus… Mickey waffles! Best Glow Ups – Test Track presented by General Motors (2025), Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin (2026), Big Thunder Mountain Railroad (2026), the new mission at Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run (2026): I love the way these classic experiences got pixie-dusted with new magic! From getting target practice tips from Buddy the Star Command support bot at Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin, to hanging out with Grogu on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, it feels like all the classic favorites have something new to discover. Best New Look for an Icon – Cinderella’s Castle (2026): In a category all of its own, Cinderella Castle has been a beacon of hope and the picture-perfect icon of Walt Disney World Resort for 55 years. The recent return to a classic storybook color scheme of blues, creams, grays and golds feels like a nostalgic hug and a fresh, shiny look for Cinderella Castle. I could go on and on – as I mentioned, there are over 70 new or refreshed experiences at the resort since the 50th anniversary! The power of The Most Magical Place on Earth to spread joy can be felt with all the new things to experience and across every reimagined favorite. And with new projects like Carousel of Progress, the Piston Peak National Park and Villains Land at Magic Kingdom, Monstropolis at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, there’s plenty more growth on our horizon. So, here’s to the 55th anniversary – and to a beloved past, exciting present, and bright future of The Most Magical Place on Earth. Walt Disney World Resort 2027 Disney After Hours Planning Tips and Dates for the Perfect Night Walt Disney World Resort 2027 EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival: Dates and Details Walt Disney World Resort 2027 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts: Dates and Offerings Revealed The post Celebrating Walt Disney World at 55 appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

Disney World can officially order off of the senior citizens’ menu! The Magic Kingdom and Walt Disney World just celebrated their 55th birthday this morning, and it brought so many exciting new things to the park. Cinderella Castle We got to Magic Kingdom as early as possible to get in on the 55th anniversary festivities, and while there were SO many fun things to do, you can also grab some exclusive freebies: brand-new 55th anniversary stickers! If you’re at Magic Kingdom today, you can grab some exclusive 55th Anniversary stickers to celebrate Disney World’s 55th anniversary for free. We’ve got all of the options to show you! We love this adorable “Magical 55 Years” sticker featuring Mickey in his 55th best with Cinderella Castle, Spaceship Earth, Tower of Terror, and the Tree of Life! 55th Anniversary sticker! You can also grab this “55 Years of Magic” sticker featuring a close-up of Mickey in his dapper 55th-anniversary hat! We love Tophat Mickey! Or, you can get this “Magical 55 Years” sticker featuring Cinderella Castle, the Disney World “D” logo, and Mickey giving a thumbs-up! So cute! For the Minnie Mouse fans, there are also stickers featuring the iconic duo in their 55th-anniversary garb. Mickey is in his dapper 55th look, waving a “Fifty-five” flag, while Minnie is in her iconic pink princess dress! The iconic duo! And for the sticker collector who wants a sticker for every character, this last one will be your favorite. This “55 Magical Years” sticker features Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy, Pluto, Chip, and Dale in some of their iconic looks. Plus, Tinker Bell is sprinkling pixie dust over Cinderella Castle! It’s everyone! We had so much fun getting these stickers at the kickoff of Disney World’s 55th anniversary today, and we’re sure there are more anniversary festivities to come. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Disney World news! A NEW 55th Anniversary Collection Just Arrived at Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Which 55th Anniversary sticker do you want the most? Comment below! View the full article

The fall season might be here, but the Florida weather wants to say otherwise! Magic Kingdom If you’ve got a Disney World trip planned for the weekend, you’re going to want to pack a few essential items for both rain and shine. It may be fall, but it looks like the humid heat and stormy weather are both returning to Orlando this weekend. Let’s take a look at what we know and what to expect. We’ve been feeling the weather start to cool down a little bit, making Disney days so much easier. However, the National Weather Service says heat indices could reach the low 100s by Friday, October 2nd. This is due to the high pressure building over the Florida peninsula, which is pushing moisture back into the area. Spaceship Earth On October 1st, rain chances are looking like 40-60%. Those chances increase to 50-70% on Friday. Expect storms each afternoon, with frequent lightning, gusty winds, and heavy downpours. As for the heat, the afternoon highs will reach the upper 80s to low 90s on both Thursday and Friday. The peak heat periods will see temperatures between 98 and 103 degrees. Tree of Life Saturday and Sunday won’t be as bad as Friday. Rain and storm chances will drop compared to what we’ll see on Friday. Afternoon highs will stay in the upper 80s to low 90s, but the lows will be in the low to mid 70s. Don’t expect it to be perfect, and don’t expect NO rain. There still will be showers, but just not as harsh. Tower of Terror Next week, we won’t have to deal with the summer heat at Disney World as much anymore. A cold front is on the way and will reach north-central Florida by Tuesday, October 6th. Moisture and rain chances will increase again, so still be prepared for that. Cinderella Castle If you are going to Disney World this weekend, you need to make sure you pack the essentials. Water bottles are important for every season, and we can’t stress that enough. When it’s hot, stay hydrated! Mini fans and cooling towels are also great ways to stay cool during the heat. Umbrellas, shoe coverings, and stroller coverings are things you should have with you as well, as the storms roll in. Magic Kingdom The agents at Small World Vacations know how to save money on your Disney Vacation! When you book your trip with Small World Vacations, their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings. They also compare discounts and figure out which one works best for your travel party, dates, resort, and touring plans. And they share expert tips and first-hand advice with you about your magical vacation. We’re here to help make your Disney vacation feel easier and more prepared for. For more tips and tricks, make sure to follow us at the Disney Food Blog! Something NEW Is Coming to Beak & Barrel in Magic Kingdom Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Do you have a Disney World trip planned? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Picture this: you’ve spent all day at Magic Kingdom and have run yourself ragged experiencing all the rides, getting rather acquainted with Lightning Lanes, and taking as many breaks in the A/C as you possibly can. You’re more exhausted than you’ve possibly ever been in your life, and all you can think about is getting into your comfy, cozy, Disney World hotel bed. ©Disney With over 30 Disney World-owned hotels on property, how are you supposed to choose which one is right for you?! Soon enough, you’ll have one more hotel to choose from: Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge officially opens on July 1st, 2027. If you want to book a stay at this new hotel when it opens, mark your calendar: reservations open next week! Bookings for Lakeshore Lodge start next week! A couple of exclusive groups will have the chance to make their reservations early, which is an excellent perk. So, when exactly do these reservations open? We’re so glad you asked! Disney Vacation Club Members can book reservations for Lakeshore Lodge starting October 6th, 2026 by calling Member Services at (800) 800-9800; Disney World Annual Passholders can book reservations for Lakeshore Lodge starting October 7th, 2026 by calling (407) 934-7639; The General Public can book reservations for Lakeshore Lodge starting October 8th, 2026 on the Disney World website or by calling (407) 934-7639. Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge ©Disney After October 8th, reservations will officially be open for anyone to book a stay at this brand-new hotel! Disney has shared that Lakeshore Lodge was inspired by Walt Disney’s admiration for the great outdoors, and “the resort’s design will pay tribute to decades of animated stories rooted in nature, with subtle nods to classic films — from the lush forests of Bambi and the colorful winds of Pocahontas to the sweeping glacial landscapes of Brother Bear.” ©Disney Lakeshore Lodge is a new Disney Vacation Club Resort hotel, but that doesn’t mean only DVC members can stay there. The hotel will feature 967 rooms, ranging from “cozy studios to spacious suites.” Guests will be able to cool off in The Wetlands, which will feature epic water features, or you can relax in the Daydream River that travels through the pool area. In the heart of the area, you’ll find Lakeside Lagoon, which is a zero-entry pool for guests of all ages, and it’s even got a spiral waterslide! ©Disney Kiddos will also be able to enjoy an area just for them, where they’ll be able to “become part of nature’s story through whimsical wet and dry play areas inspired by the music and storytelling of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Pocahontas.” Additionally, Heron Shores will bring exploration and hands-on play to kids via its climbing features, Otter Springs will have lots of interactive water fun, and there will be a leisure pool located on the other side of the resort. ©Disney Lakeshore Lodge features three dining options. Moonglade is a table-service restaurant with thoughtfully prepared dishes featuring locally sourced ingredients. Bay Lake Provisions will serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a quick-service marketplace featuring an open kitchen with specialty coffees and fresh fare. Lastly, Paint Out Point Bar & Grill will be located by the Lakeshore Lagoon pool, serving shareable bites and specialty beverages. Moonglade ©Disney We can’t wait to check out Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge when it finally opens. We’ll be on the lookout for additional Disney hotel updates you need to know about and more. In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and beyond! Check out more Disney World hotel news at the links below! This Disney World Restaurant Just Reopened With Some MAJOR ChangesNEW Airline Added To Disney World’s Luggage Transfer ServicePHOTOS: Construction Progress Of Pools At Disney World’s NEWEST HotelREVIEW: I Would Gladly Ride 82 Disney World Buses Just To Get This Drink Again3 FREE Things I Requested at My Disney World Hotel That Made My Trip SO Much Easier Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be booking a stay at Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

The Short Answer: Start With Disney’s Moderate Resorts If you normally stay at Shades of Green and are looking for the closest Disney-owned alternative, I would start with the Disney Moderate Resorts. Shades of Green does not fit perfectly into any of Disney’s current resort categories. Before becoming the military’s Shades of Green, the resort […] The post Which Disney Resort Category Is the Best Alternative to Shades of Green? appeared first on Military Disney Tips. View the full article

If you’re staying at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort, you have tons of dining options to choose from. But one of them just reopened with a brand-new menu, so we had to check it out! Grand Reopening ceremony of The Turf Club Bar and Grill The Turf Club Bar and Grill at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort, which closed for a refurbishment in late August. The Turf Club just reopened today with new drinks and eats, so we’re taking you with us to see the changes! The Turf Club Bar and Grill is inspired by turn-of-the-century Upstate New York and racing culture. This is super prominent in the newly refurbished restaurant, which features a new raised ceiling with wooden beams and vintage light fixtures… The new ceiling and lights! …new light panels with a mosaic design… So pretty! …and this super cute horseshoe carpet! So. Many. Horseshoes! The new menu focuses on shareable plates, comforting classics, and spirit-filled sips. For appetizers, you can start your meal with: Crispy Chicken Wings served with your choice of buffalo or garlic-Parmesan sauce, blue cheese, and celery Sweet-and-Spicy Brussels Sprouts with a piquant agave glaze and crispy Vidalia onions (Plant-based) French Onion Soup: Savory sherry beef broth, melted fontina, and Gruyère Wedge Salad with bacon, buttermilk-chive ranch dressing, pickled red onions, tomatoes, and marigold garnish from The Land Pavilion at EPCOT Golden-fried Calamari with Shishito Peppers with toasted sesame aïoli and sweet chili-lime sauce Lemon Butter Shrimp with sun-dried tomatoes, feta, capers, and toasted bread Golden Fried Calamari ©Disney There are so many entree options to choose from, including: Slow-roasted Prime Rib with a baked potato with butter, sour cream, chives, seasonal vegetables, au jus, and horseradish sauce Smoked Salmon-wrapped Halibut with seasonal risotto, citrus beurre blanc, and nasturtium garnish from The Land Pavilion at EPCOT Braised Pork Shank with New York cheddar grits and bacon-bourbon glaze Spinach and Mushroom Linguini: Mushroom “cream” sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, mushrooms, and basil-tofu “ricotta” (Plant-based) Char-grilled Butcher’s Steak with roasted garlic mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and house-made steak sauce Turf Club Burger with applewood-smoked bacon, New York white cheddar, house-made pickles, onion straws, lettuce, and tomato served with seasoned waffle fries Corn Flake-breaded Fried Chicken and Waffle with roasted jalapeño maple syrup and candied bacon butter Pappardelle Shrimp Pasta: Shrimp, asparagus, and truffle sauce Turf Club Burger ©Disney And to finish with dessert, you can grab: Chocolate-Hazelnut Cake: Hazelnut mousse and berry sauce Vanilla Bean Cheesecake: Strawberry sauce and graham crumb Salted Caramel Pot de Crème: Vanilla bean panna cotta, pecan crunch, and citrus shortbread Apple Tart: Caramel sauce, streusel, and “gelato” (Plant-based) Chocolate-Hazelnut Cake ©Disney And for the grown-ups, there are plenty of specialty drinks to sip on with your meal: The Saratoga Cocktail: Michter’s Single Barrel Rye Whiskey, Courvoisier VS Cognac, Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth, and The Bitter Truth Decanter Bitters Winner’s Circle Margarita: Don Julio Reposado Tequila, Grand Marnier liqueur, lime, and agave New York Sour: Widow Jane Bourbon, Disaronno Originale liqueur, sweet-and-sour, and Francis Ford Coppola Diamond Collection Merlot Blood Orange Margarita: Lunazul Añejo Tequila, Cointreau liqueur, lime juice, and blood orange sour Piña CoLAVA: Bacardí Raspberry rum blended with flavors of coconut, pineapple, and raspberry purée New York Old Fashioned: Hudson Bright Lights Big Bourbon, demerara, and Angostura bitters Grandstand Martini: Grey Goose Vodka, Dolin Dry Vermouth, olive brine, and blue cheese olives Mint Julep: Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon muddled with fresh mint and agave nectar Pineapple Mule: Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey, Hella Cocktail Co. ginger bitters, pineapple juice, ginger beer, and mint New York Old Fashioned ©Disney In the meantime, we’ll be on the lookout for more restaurant updates from Disney World and beyond. Make sure you stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney restaurant news and a review of The Turf Club Bar and Grill’s brand-new menu! Every Disney World Change I’m Not Prepared For in 2026 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you eaten at this Disney World restaurant before? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

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A new Target collection that is affordable and everyone in the family will love?! We found just that, and we’re letting you in on it! ©Dash This new Disney kitchen drop has to do with one of our favorite Disney Parks snacks — waffles!! And we know that it will help cure those Disney blues not only for you but for the whole family! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. This first souvenir is on the spookier side ©Target Halloween is coming up, and you can celebrate with the new Dash Disney Jack Skellington Mini Waffle Maker! This device lets you make up to four mini waffles featuring Jack Skellington’s iconic grin without breaking a sweat! The waffle maker itself features a Jack Skellington design on a black background and comes with a recipe guide. BUY ONLINE AT TARGET Make Princess Ariel waffles ©Target The Dash Disney Ariel Mini Waffle Maker comes in purple and features everyone’s favorite little mermaid! Like the previous waffle maker, this device comes with a recipe guide and an indicator light that makes making waffles easy. BUY ONLINE AT TARGET This next Princess-themed waffle maker features Belle ©Target The Dash Disney Belle Mini Waffle Maker comes in pink and is themed after Belle from Beauty and the Beast! It includes the same features as the other two waffle makers, including a CleanCoating Ceramic Nonstick material that makes it easy to clean. BUY ONLINE AT TARGET Snag this Cinderella-themed waffle maker ©Target The blue Dash Disney Cinderella Mini Waffle Maker lets you make waffles featuring the famous Disney Princess and sports a themed design on the lid, including the pumpkin carriage! It’s the same model as the others, just with a different theme — so it’s still pretty simple to use to make four mini waffles and clean afterward. BUY ONLINE AT TARGET Do you plan on picking up one of these waffle makers? Let us know in the comments, and continue to follow us here at the Disney Food Blog for more great Disney kitchen souvenir finds! View the full article

One of the things that roller coaster enthusiasts love about riding roller coasters is the thrill factor that comes from a sense of danger and fear when a coaster pushes riders to their limits with high speeds, deep dives, loops, and more. However, sometimes things go wrong with these thrill rides. ©Six Flags Hundreds of riders on the X2 roller coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain recently reported brain injuries after riding the attraction. As a result, Six Flags has decided to close the roller coaster…forever. Six Flags posted a letter online from Brian Oerding, the Six Flags Magic Mountain Park President. In the letter, Oerding announces that the X2 roller coaster would be permanently shut down after almost 20 years. Oerding wrote, “Since X2 opened in 2008, it has welcomed more than 16 million guests and earned a passionate following among ride enthusiasts. We recognize the special place X2 holds in the coaster community, and we are grateful to our team members who operated and maintained it throughout its run.” ©Six Flags The letter goes on to explain the reason for the closure: “While X2 consistently passed a multitude of safety tests, we have decided to close the ride because we believe it’s the right thing to do. Ride safety is a cornerstone of our business, and when we see guest confidence affected, we take it seriously.” X2 temporarily closed in July, but it will now remain closed permanently. ©Six Flags This comes after a CNN investigation that uncovered more than 100 people with claims of brain injuries after riding the coaster. Three lawsuits have also been filed against Six Flags over X2 ride incidents, including 26-year-old Naomi Greer-Wilkinson and 40-year-old Pamela Guillen, who both fell unconscious after the ride and had to undergo emergency brain surgery for severe brain injuries. We’ll keep you updated on more Six Flags news, so stay tuned to DFB for more. New Report Reveals 5 Incidents at Disney World, Including 1 Death Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think about this news? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Did you know that you can get quite a few Disney essentials and souvenirs for only $10? ODOCARE Handmade Mouse Ears Headband Collecting Disney souvenirs can be a costly undertaking — but that doesn’t mean there aren’t super affordable options out there! We have found tons of great options that cost $10 or less — and some are practically free. Let’s take a look at some souvenirs you can pick up TODAY at low, low prices! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. A lot of the offerings we’re going to be looking at aren’t even on sale — they’re just naturally low-priced. But if you really want to take advantage of some incredible Disney deals, check out our Amazon storefront where we keep up to date on the latest savings going on! BROWSE over 100 DISNEY DEALS ON AMAZON This first souvenir is only $1!!! ©Amazon This pink Mini Portable Fan is 60% off on Amazon and only around a buck right now! It’s lightweight, easily portable, and offers a value that’s tough to beat. BUY ON AMAZON Pick up some new scrunchies ©Amazon This Minnie Ears and Bow Scrunchies 2-Pack is available in several different color schemes on Amazon — and each costs under $10 (before tax)! The scrunchies are velvet, and the bows feature sequined patterns — perfect for days at the Disney Parks or when you’re simply out and about. BUY ON AMAZON Save nearly 50% on this next souvenir ©Amazon Right now, you can save 48% on the Disney Princess Ultimate Sticker Collection! This pack comes with over 1,000 stickers featuring characters, locations, and special moments from the Disney Princess movies. Fans of Disney royalty should absolutely pick one of these up — especially while it’s discounted! BUY ON AMAZON Read about the princesses with this book ©Amazon Speaking of princesses, you can save 47% on the Disney Princess: 5-Minute Princess Stories! This padded and fully illustrated book stars Snow White, Cinderella, Aurora, Ariel, Belle, Jasmine, Pocahontas, Mulan, Tiana, Rapunzel, Merida, and Moana in short stories that are perfect for reading aloud at bedtime or story time. BUY ON AMAZON Don’t pay $35+ for Minnie ears We’re suckers for Minnie Ears! Minnie ears can get kind of expensive at the Disney Parks, but this Handmade Minnie Mouse Ears Headband is only $10! We have worn these many times in the parks, and they are seriously amazing quality. Our favorite part about them, though, is that they didn’t give us a headache like the Disney Parks ears tend to do! So we’re saving money and not having a pesky headache? That’s a total win in our books! BUY ON AMAZON This next souvenir serves as a great reminder during tough work days ©Amazon The “I Work So We Can Go To Disney” Wooden Box Sign says it all. Available in a few different colors and sizes, this souvenir is great for desks and walls. It ultimately serves as a reminder of the goal we’re working towards on the hardest work days, helping us push forward. BUY ON AMAZON Customize your Apple Watch with some Disney magic ©Amazon Available in several different colors, this Disney Apple Watch Band features Disney icons like the castle and snacks with a Mickey-shaped theme! The silicone strap sports the images in a 3D design and can fit most Apple Watch models. BUY ON AMAZON Show up prepared for character meet-and-greets ©Amazon This Disney Princess Autograph Book is super cute! This small, lightweight hardcover notebook features princesses and their animal companions on the cover and even comes with a Rapunzel-themed pen! This book lets you and your kiddos meet the Disney Princesses in the parks with style. BUY ON AMAZON Decorate your fridge with Mickey magnets ©Amazon You can deck out your refrigerator with Mickey Magnets! This set comes with 16 Mickey-shaped magnets in eight different colors and can be used on fridges, offices, classrooms, and more! BUY ON AMAZON Save on this Toy Story 5 book ©Amazon Lastly, you can save 17% on the Toy Story 5 Little Golden Book! This book tells an abridged version of the film and features beloved characters like Buzz, Woody, and Jessie as they tackle the tech age and a new advanced toy. BUY ON AMAZON To stay up to date on the latest Disney deals on Amazon, click the link below! VIEW Over 100 DISNEY SOUVENIR DEALS ON AMAZON And there you have it! For more affordable Disney souvenir finds, be sure to keep it posted right here at DFB! View the full article

Let’s talk about breakfast. Now, for some, it’s the most important part of the day, and if you’re visiting Disney World, you’ll definitely want something to fuel you up for full days in the parks. Now, there are a TON of options for breakfast in Disney World, including character dining experiences, but if you’re staying at your hotel, you might just want to grab something there. Peanut Butter Crunch Pancakes Well, for those staying at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, two new breakfast foods just arrived, so we made our way over to the hotel to try them…you know…for science, or breakfast science, if you will. First, we headed over to Rix Sports Bar & Grill to try the new Peanut Butter Crunch Pancakes for $20. This is three granola crunch buttermilk pancakes layered with bananas and candied walnuts, topped with creamy peanut butter sauce and served with choice of applewood bacon or kielbasa sausage. And, yes, that’s pricey for some pancakes. First off, we really wanted more peanut butter flavor. They WERE crunchy with the granola and the walnuts, so at least they lived up to that part of the name. We were also surprised by the whipped cream because it tasted high quality. It was dense and sweet, and gave the pancakes a more decadent taste. The bananas were soft and added sweetness, as well. You know those crazy topped pancakes at IHOP? The quality of these pancakes was about on par with that, so the $20 price tag feels a bit steep. They’re good pancakes We also made our way over to Barcelona Lounge to try the new Mickey Churro Cinnamon Roll topped with icing for $7.99. For a standard Disney cinnamon roll, we’d say this was good, but it’s not Gaston’s Tavern good. This cinnamon roll is very dense, so it’s shareable, plus it’s VERY sweet. We thought it might be super dry, and it wasn’t, but it still could have used more icing on top. It’s shaped like Mickey This one is super messy to eat, too. Pieces of icing and cinnamon sugar were just flying everywhere when we tried to dive into it. It’s something you might want to get if you’re staying at Coronado Springs and want something sweet, but we don’t think it’s worth a trip to the hotel if you’re not staying there. Inside the cinnamon roll We’ll be back with even more new Disney World food reviews, so stay tuned to DFB for more. REVIEW: Is This Hard-to-Get Disney World Snack Worth $5? 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 for breakfast in Disney World? Share with us in the comments! View the full article

We have a warning for you. Some of the most iconic Disney ornaments of the season are already selling out. ©Amazon And we aren’t sure if they will ever come back in stock. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Celebrate “The Happiest Cruise That Ever Sailed” with this first ornament ©Amazon The Hallmark Keepsake Christmas Ornament: It’s a Small World is themed after the ride in Disneyland and features moving figures like it too! The dolls move around the miniature ride facade while the clock face moves and ticks. But that’s not all — it also plays music! BUY ON AMAZON Blast off with this next ornament ©Amazon You’re not gonna wanna wait much longer to pick up the Hallmark Keepsake Christmas Ornament: Mickey Space Mountain! This ornament features the famous Space Mountain ride vehicle piloted by Mickey in an astronaut outfit. BUY ON AMAZON Here we go! Fly off to Neverland with this next ornament ©Amazon The Hallmark Keepsake Christmas Ornament: Peter Pan’s Flight is “flying” off the shelves! This fun ornament features one of the ride vehicles from the Fantasyland ride, and Mickey’s going along for the adventure! BUY ON AMAZON Who says you can’t decorate your tree with a little bit of spookiness? ©Amazon Lastly, we want to highlight the Hallmark Keepsake Christmas Ornament: Haunted Mansion Gargoyle! Fans of the Haunted Mansion celebrate the ride year-round, and you can too with this fun ornament! It’s designed to look like a gargoyle candle holder, and both the eyes and candles light up. BUY ON AMAZON And there you have it! For more great Disney holiday souvenir finds, be sure to keep it posted right here at DFB! View the full article

The new Spider-Man Coaster coming to Shanghai Disney is going through a HUGE part of the testing process right now, one that will take Imagineers through each millimeter of the attraction. From @waltdisneyimagineering on Instagram Yes, you heard us right: every millimeter! This is called Push-Pull testing, and let’s see exactly what this means and what it tests on the attraction. Walt Disney Imagineering just posted a video to Instagram detailing the very complicated Push-Pull testing currently underway at the Spider-Man Coaster. This is a test where the vehicle is taken through the entire track millimeter by millimeter, with the vehicle moving at one centimeter per second. While the Imagineers take all sorts of measurements to make sure all the clearance is correct and the attraction follows safety measures. From @waltdisneyimagineering on Instagram This is also the time when the Clearance Envelope is placed around the attraction. These are three large barriers that go around the ride vehicle and represent the area the guests take up. This is used so that if part of the ride touches the Clearance Envelope, Imagineers know adjustments need to be made. From @waltdisneyimagineering on Instagram This is an extremely slow process; they shared that traveling just 15 meters of the ride took them eight hours of work, but it is an important step in ensuring the safety of guests. As they explained, “With great power comes great responsibility. And with great responsibility comes Push-Pull testing!” From @waltdisneyimagineering on Instagram You can view the whole video right here: We will continue to bring you all of the Disney news from across the world, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog so you never miss anything! New Wave Of Layoffs Hits Disney Just Days After Warnings of Restructuring 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 Imagineering video? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Traveling has been a lot more expensive with all the high flight prices, and there’s a chance that those high prices won’t be going down anytime soon. On a flight Due to the rising prices of oil and jet fuel, flying has been getting more and more expensive throughout 2026. However, it looks like travelers could be stuck paying high airfares even if the cost of oil and jet fuel go down, according to major U.S. airlines and industry analysts. Let’s take a look at what could be on the horizon! Jet fuel prices skyrocketed earlier this year due to the war with Iran and have fluctuated ever since. They dropped a bit in the spring, then jumped back up in the summer. Due to the fluctuations, it’s been hard for airlines to plan ahead, giving them reason to be cautious about lowering ticket prices, said Brett House, an economist who teaches at Columbia Business School, according to ABC News. Air travel According to ABC, major U.S. airlines said that higher passenger revenue initially covered only part of the soaring fuel costs. Which is why it’s not only flight prices that have gone up, but baggage fees as well. However, airfares haven’t been matching fuel prices all year long. The Argus U.S. Jet Fuel Index plunged from an early April peak of $4.88 a gallon to a wartime low of $2.70 in June, but that never changed the average fares, as they remained elevated. Travel “Part of the disconnect between fuel prices and airfares comes down to timing,” said Brett House. “Airlines typically decide several months in advance how many flights to operate and seats to offer, factoring in expected fuel costs and other expenses. They begin selling tickets even earlier. While prices for seats on the same flight can change repeatedly, airlines can’t charge more for seats already sold if fuel prices suddenly spike.” “It’s not just the level of fuel costs that is a problem or a challenge for airlines,” House said. “It’s also the volatility.” Southwest Airlines Another issue is that airlines still need to make up for lost money. “When fuel prices jumped again in the summer, about 35% of United’s tickets for the final three months of the year were already booked and the airline could not increase those fares retroactively,” Chief Financial Officer Mike Leskinen said. “The airline expects to recover its higher fuel costs through revenue but not immediately,” he said. ©United Airlines While travelers are waiting for prices to solidify for the remainder of the year, there’s still a long way to go before the prices really start to drop to what we’ve seen before. In August, U.S. airfares were 23% higher than a year earlier, according to the Labor Department. Holiday flights are already encountering the highest airfares in a decade. Get ready to travel! We’ll be keeping an eye out for more travel news. Hopefully, flight prices can start to drop close to what they were last year, but it may take some time. For all the latest, make sure to follow us at the Disney Food Blog. The Cruise Itinerary Everyone Will Be Booking in 2027 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 Do you have any travel plans? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Disney layoffs officially continue as several hundred employees have just been cut. If you’ve been following Disney news for the past several months, you know that layoffs and cost-saving measures have been a very hot topic for Disney Executives. Cinderella Castle And it looks like that pattern is continuing as hundreds more employees lose their jobs. Let’s dive into everything we know about this newest round of layoffs. Deadline has reported that a new wave of layoffs hits hundreds of Disney employees mainly working in tech and HR. These layoffs come as another step in Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro’s efforts to save money and cut costs across the company. This is the third, and smallest, wave of layoffs to hit the company in the past year. ©Disney These layoffs do not come as a large shock after the message from Disney’s Chief Legal and Global Affairs Officer Horacio Gutierrez that hinted at layoffs coming in the future. While his message did not directly mention layoffs or any specific plans, the tone made it fairly clear that a restructuring and wave of layoffs were likely, as they were working to make his division “a much smaller organization.” EPCOT He also alluded to AI and the desire to create a more automated work environment, which is also unsurprising after Disney recently appointed Karandeep Anand as the company’s very first Chief Technology Officer. Tower of Terror In addition to layoffs and the increased use of AI, Josh D’Amaro also recently implemented an early retirement program, which gave select executives the chance to retire early with certain benefits and incentives. All of these efforts seem to be only the start of Disney’s plans to save money and restructure across the company. Josh D’Amaro at SXSW 2023 ©Disney We will continue to keep you informed of any Disney news, including layoffs, AI, restructuring, and more. So stay tuned to Disney Food Blog so you never miss anything. Walt Disney Company Warns of Upcoming Layoffs 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

For years, cruise lines have trained us to count ports like treasure: the more, the better. But in 2027, that logic may be changing. @Norwegian Cruise Line Cruising has been popular for such a long time that it seems almost infallible. With that said, one of the most prevalent cruising complaints we often hear is that cruises do not spend nearly enough time at port. A lot of cruises can squeeze a bunch of destinations into a week and barely leave you time to really soak the location in. That’s why travelers are increasingly looking for cruises that stay in port longer — and even overnight. The reality is that seeing fewer places can actually mean experiencing more. One of the biggest changes coming to the cruise industry could be a shift away from simply seeing as many destinations as possible and toward spending more meaningful time in the destinations you actually visit. Disney Wish Longer port calls, late departures, and overnight stays might become a bigger thing in 2027. For example, Norwegian Cruise Line is changing offerings in a major way — starting in winter 2027. This new season of sailings will bring with it the return of the Free at Sea Plus package, which will bring with it way more offerings, but we’re even more excited about the new sailing options. The Norwegian Gem In 2027 and 2028, the cruise line will offer over 370 voyages, and between September 2027 and April 2028, “guests can choose from itineraries ranging from two to 22 days, calling at 144 unique destinations across 47 countries.” There will be a strong focus on the Bahamas, the Caribbean, Bermuda, the Mexican Riviera, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. Per an official statement, these new sailings are “designed for deeper exploration” and feature an average port time of 9.5 hours, 71 late departures across 31 ports, and 70 overnight stays. This change was specifically implemented to “give travelers more time to immerse themselves in the culture and vibrancy of each destination.” Norwegian President and CEO Harry Sommer added, “With longer port stays, overnight calls, and our award-winning onboard experiences, guests can explore at their own pace and personalize every moment at ease.” ©Norwegian Cruise Line And that’s EXACTLY what cruisers have been asking for for decades. We wouldn’t be surprised to see most major cruise lines adopt something like this. Cruise Industry News reports that several cruise lines are putting greater emphasis on extended stays, including Princess, Azamara, Oceania, Atlas Ocean and Windstar. Regent Seven Seas has also introduced “Immersive Overnight” itineraries that can keep ships in port for up to three days. ©Norwegian Cruise Lines There is an obvious appeal to a cruise that promises a long list of destinations. It feels like you’re maximizing your vacation by seeing as much as possible in a single trip. HOWEVER, if you want more time to experience a destination, this new kind of itinerary is welcome. A typical cruise port call can involve arriving in the morning and departing in the late afternoon. It takes time to disembark, travel to an attraction, take an excursion, find lunch, and get back to the ship. It’s all so fast. That can be especially frustrating in destinations where the most interesting experiences happen later in the day. A city might have a fantastic restaurant scene, a really exciting nightlife, and/or interesting cultural spots. A short daytime port call can make many of those experiences impossible. ©Ron Buskirk/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Late departures are useful, but overnight stays take the concept even further. When a ship remains in port overnight, passengers can have dinner in the city, attend an evening event, experience the nightlife, or explore the area without worrying that they have to race back to the ship before it sails. If you’re shopping for a cruise in 2027, the itinerary deserves just as much attention as the ship. Start by looking for overnight stays. These can provide the biggest difference in how much of a destination you can experience. ©Credit: Ron Buskirk/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Next, look for late departures. Even a few additional hours can open up dinner and evening activities that wouldn’t otherwise be possible. This can be an excellent way to sample local cuisine that you might not have otherwise tried. It’s also worth checking where the ship docks. An overnight isn’t necessarily useful if your primary goal requires hours of transportation each way. Then look at the actual amount of time in port. Two cruises may visit the same number of destinations while offering dramatically different amounts of time ashore. ©Disney For a long time, cruise marketing has encouraged travelers to think about quantity. Now? The growing emphasis on longer port stays suggests that the industry may be moving toward a different definition of “value.” Continue to follow us here at DFB for all kinds of cruise industry updates! Everyone’s Ditching the Caribbean: Why Europe and Alaska Are the Hottest Cruise Routes of the Year 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 Do you prefer more destinations or more time at a limited number of destinations? Share your thoughts in the comments! View the full article

The leaves may not change all that much in Southern California and Central Florida, but between pumpkin-filled park days, Halloween celebrations with family and friends, and the lingering excitement of chilly, competitive postseason baseball, fall has officially arrived. As championship dreams take center stage and fans gear up for Cinderella runs or hopes of a potential three-peat, these Disney baseball jerseys are ready to bring big-league style to your next Disney Parks vacation. Pitchers and pumpkin lovers, and first basemen and fright-seekers: no matter which team you’re rooting for this October, find a fashionable, new approach at the plate and discover which Disney baseball jersey in this lineup is a perfect match for you. Disney Baseball Jerseys Disney Baseball Jerseys on DisneyStore.com Additional Disney Baseball Jerseys More Disney Jerseys Available on DisneyStore.com Disney Baseball Jerseys on DisneyStore.com Donald Duck Baseball Jersey Heading to Disneyland on the same day that a certain blue Southern California baseball team is prepping for a primetime matchup? Show your team spirit and rock this blue baseball jersey inspired by everyone’s favorite feathered hothead (who would certainly have a fair number of ejections and disputes with umpires on the field). This jersey is also available in sizes for kids on DisneyStore.com, so be sure to turn two with this fashionable double play for parents and kids alike. SHOP NOW for Adult Sizes SHOP NOW for Kid Sizes Daisy Duck Baseball Jersey Step into the batter’s box and show off your sporty side with a pink and purple, Daisy Duck-themed baseball jersey fit for stellar sluggers and passionate parkgoers. Available in adult and youth sizes, this snug jersey is ready for game days and park days alike with Daisy’s signature style on full display. Daisy Duck Baseball Jersey: Why does Daisy Duck wear #40 on the back of her uniform? Originally created by Walt Disney Productions in 1940, Daisy debuted in the short film Mr. Duck Steps Out. SHOP NOW for Adult Sizes SHOP NOW for Kid Sizes Mickey Mouse Cutie Ghost Baseball Jersey A winning pick with a boo-tiful design, this pastel pink-and-orange baseball jersey is inspired by Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse’s charming ghost costumes and is perfect for evening outings to the ballpark and autumn photo opps on Main Street, U.S.A. Check out even more Cutie Ghost apparel, accessories, home goods, and decor, for your trick or treat bag. SHOP NOW for Adult Sizes Additional Disney Baseball Jerseys Disney Villains Striped Baseball Jersey – BoxLunch Exclusive Root, root, root for the Disney Villains with a striped baseball jersey, exclusively available at BoxLunch. Featuring iconic Disney characters like Maleficent, Cruella de Vil, Ursula, Hades, and Evil Queen, embrace the pinstriped, evil empires of baseball with this comfy jersey, featuring embroidered patches of the characters, “Villains” lettering across the front, and #0 on the back. SHOP NOW for Adult Sizes Disney Pirates of the Caribbean Jack Sparrow Black Pearl Striped Baseball Jersey – BoxLunch Exclusive You certainly must have heard of this Pirates of the Caribbean-inspired, pinstriped baseball jersey from BoxLunch, featuring “Black Pearl” lettering on the front and #03 on the back. Strike yer colors as you get ready to seek out adventure – you’ll always remember this as the day you successfully bought this jersey. SHOP NOW for Adult Sizes Disney High School Musical Ryan Wildcats Baseball Jersey – BoxLunch Exclusive Hey batter batter, hey batter batter, swing – hit it out of the park and do your thing in this High School Musical-inspired baseball jersey from BoxLunch. Saved for synchronized musical numbers and spontaneous moments in the middle of your vacation at the parks, do your dance with the bases loaded and get ready for your curtain call moment in this Disney outfit that will have all your friends asking: “Where did you get your jersey?” SHOP NOW for Adult Sizes Disney Girls Stitch Baseball T-Shirt – Walmart Call your shot and round the bases in style with this pinstriped baseball jersey, inspired by the galaxy’s most mischievous slugger. Equal parts sporty and adorable, this subtle design makes it an easy addition to any young fan’s lineup this fall, with girls’ sizes available now on Walmart.com. SHOP NOW for Girls Sizes More Disney Jerseys Available on DisneyStore.com Competitive athletes, armchair analysts, and Monday morning quarterbacks can also find an extensive range of additional jerseys that are ready for kickoff, tipoff, first pitch, and everything in between on DisneyStore.com. Coco Soccer Jersey Fresh off the summer of soccer around the world, suit up in an all-new Coco-themed jersey featuring a V-neck, contrast cuff and collar, vented hem, and a striped, pink and white pattern featuring Miguel, Héctor, and Dante. SHOP NOW for Adult Sizes Buzz Lightyear Basketball Jersey – Toy Story Spring from coast to coast, soar above the rim, and dress your young hooper at home in their Toy Story best with this Buzz Lightyear Basketball Jersey fit for Space Rangers and shooting guards alike. This basketball-style tank top features Buzz dunking a Pixar Ball through the ring of Saturn, perfect for games of HORSE with friends and teammates or competitive rides on board Toy Story Midway Mania! at the parks. SHOP NOW for Kid Sizes Disney Princess Football Jersey Fashion T-Shirt for Girls For those chasing home runs and new dreams, this Disney Princess-inspired tee features Belle, Philippe, Rapunzel, and Maximus screen art with football jersey styling. Perfect for Sunday afternoon playdates or character encounters in Fantasyland, this fashionable tee is available now on DisneyStore.com in a range of sizes for girls. SHOP NOW for Girl Sizes Darth Maul Football Jersey Wield a double-sided lightsaber from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and embrace the dark side with this shining, bright red football jersey, inspired by Darth Maul. This fitting football jersey features decal artwork on the front and #99 on the back with close-up details of Maul’s face. SHOP NOW for Adult Sizes September, October, and the rest of the ‘ber months are my favorite times of the year for festive park visits, spooky and silly celebrations with friends, and weekends spent cheering on my favorite teams (even when the long-feared, double-doinked field goal or 9th inning meltdown is seemingly just a moment away on any given night). No matter what is on your calendar right now and over the next few months, these Disney jerseys are an easy way for your closet to make an extra call to the bullpen with an assortment of jerseys that are ready to meet the moment. Stay tuned to DisneyStore.com for all the latest jersey styles, and be sure to keep visiting Disney Parks Blog for even more jerseys coming soon! Every Pick Has a Story: Disney | Champion NFL Collection READ MORE Disney and Formula 1 Shift Into High Gear for the 2026 Season READ MORE Seattle Seahawks Celebrate Super Bowl Win at Disneyland READ MORE The post Step Up to the Plate with Disney Baseball Jerseys appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

Are you planning a Disney trip? Maybe you’re wanting to plan a trip, but, well, Disney isn’t a cheap vacation plus you have to pay for transportation to get there, which often means a flight. What if we told you there could be a way to WIN some serious airline credit PLUS cash that could help fund that next Disney trip? ©Delta Well, there is! Delta Airlines is having a HUGE giveaway that could help get you to Disney, or anywhere else in the world you’d like to fly. And we’re going to share all the details with you. Delta is having a giveaway for one lucky SkyMiles member to win a $5,000 Delta gift card plus $2,500 cash! How’s that for easy Disney money? All you have to do is have a Delta SkyMiles account, but if you don’t, signing up is easy…and free! Then you’ll log in to the Delta website, visit THIS LINK, and enter to win! ©Delta Airlines That’s not all, though. Three first prize winners will receive $1,500 gift cards each, and well, that could also go toward paying for flights for a Disney trip. Now for some rules: the sweepstakes ends on October 2nd at 11:50 PM ET. You can get extra entries by joining the Delta SkyMiles mailing list, downloading the Delta SkyMiles Shopping button for your browser, and shopping online using the Delta SkyMiles Shopping Portal. ©Delta So what are you waiting for? Go enter to win those miles and that cash! You may just end up being one of the lucky winners. In the meantime, we’ll keep an eye out for more travel contests and giveaways, so stay tuned to DFB for more. 5 Travel Essentials We’re Never Flying Without Again Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What would you do if you won this giveaway? Share with us in the comments! View the full article

Back in May, menswear brand Johnston & Murphy closed its Disney Springs store, and it was later announced that Cole Haan would be moving in. Cole Haan in Disney Springs Cole Haan just had its grand opening in Disney Springs today, and the new store looks totally different. We’re exploring the new place and taking you along with us! When you walk into the store, it’s super white and modern. They completely redid the space after Johnston & Murphy relocated, and the manager told us they knocked out the back wall, raised the ceiling, and added tons of natural light. Cole Haan is known for its sneakers, so it’s no surprise that when you walk in, you’re greeted by walls of sneakers! SO many sneakers! There’s a wall of sneakers on the left and right sides of the entrance, and then in the back, you’ll find some great dresswear options for both men and women. For men, you’ll find some boots, bags, and dress shoes… Boots! Plus, a whole wall of blazers, belts, ties, and even more shoes. So many options! Women can also grab some belts, jackets, bags, shoes… So classy! Plus, there are so many shoe options, including more formal heels, flats, and boots that’ll be perfect for fall. So. Many. Boots! We’re so glad we got to check out Cole Haan’s opening day to see all of the changes to the store, along with these cute new shoes. Be sure to stop by on your next visit to Disney Springs, and stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Disney Springs news! Something NEW Is Coming to Beak & Barrel in Magic Kingdom Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of Cole Haan’s new Disney Springs store? Comment below! View the full article

It may still be boiling hot here in Florida, but we are officially dreaming about cold weather because Disney just partnered with Columbia again, and we are OBSESSED with the collection. Disney x Columbia Collection Seriously, we might just need to snag some items just to wear around our house because we cannot get over how amazing this collection is, and if you live somewhere where the cold season is getting ready to start, you may just have to add some of this collection to your cart. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Whether you are prepping for the colder months or planning an outdoor vacation, this new collection will help you stay warm with the perfect Disney flair. First is this Mickey Mouse Ear Hooded Jacket by Columbia Mickey Ears! Okay, this is still the best rain jacket we have ever seen! Not only is the color amazing, but when you put up the hood, it has Mickey Ears. We have seen this in other colors in the past, but this is the first time it’s been released in green! In addition to all the cuteness, it is also made with extremely high Columbia quality, which keeps water out while still maintaining a breathable material that is comfortable to wear. SHOP ON DISNEY STORE It comes in a kid’s size too! Kid’s Jacket! This is the exact same jacket with the same color and the Mickey Ears on the hood, just in a smaller size for your kiddos to wear! We love that this amazing jacket comes in a range of sizes, so your whole family could match if you want. These jackets would even be an amazing addition to an Alaskan Disney Cruise. We also love the little patches inside both the adult and kids’ jackets that just add that extra layer of Disney magic. SHOP ON DISNEY STORE Next is the Mickey Mouse and Friends Fleece Pullover Jacket Fleece Jacket! This jacket features Mickey and the gang on a camping trip, and it might just be the cutest thing we have EVER seen! You can spot their tent, campfire, camper, and so many incredible little details. If you have a camping or hiking trip planned, this fleece jacket could be the perfect addition to your trip that will keep you warm and cozy, with a hint of Disney. SHOP ON DISNEY STORE Last up is the Mickey Mouse ”Outdoor Club” T-Shirt Mickey’s Outdoor Club If your kiddo loves hiking, adventures, and exploring the outdoors, this is an amazing shirt to grab for them. It features Mickey in his hiking gear and a bunch of the items he’ll take with him, like his water, light, and compass. Plus, the tan background with the deep orange and green tones really makes this shirt feel like the perfect design for any fun outdoor adventure! SHOP ON DISNEY STORE Will you be adding any of the items from this collection to your cart? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to Disney Food Blog so you never miss any new merch! View the full article