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This Disney World money-saving hack gets extra points for creativity! Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa It’s no secret that a Disney World vacation can be EXPENSIVE. That’s why we’re constantly on the lookout for ways to save on upcoming trips, from new discounts to underrated hacks. Even if you’re pretty familiar with the most common Disney World money-saving tips, there’s a good chance this loophole isn’t on your radar yet! Okay, so it’s fairly common knowledge that Disney World often releases discounts on hotels, tickets, and vacation packages at various points throughout the year. But did you know there’s a specific type of discount you may be able to apply mid-trip?? Let’s discuss! Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort This loophole comes into play for guests who are doing a split stay for their Disney World vacation. For the uninitiated, a split stay is when a guest stays at multiple hotels on the same trip — for example, a guest with a week-long vacation might arrive on Monday and stay at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort from Monday-Thursday night, then check in at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge for Friday-Sunday night. Wilderness Lodge Now, let’s talk about another Disney World vocabulary term — bounce-back offers. Disney World will often offer guests an exclusive “bounce-back” discount for a future vacation while they’re on their current trip. The idea is that Disney wants to catch people while they’re in the middle of their magical vacation to convince them to book their next visit ASAP! Royal Guest Room Okay, so we’ve talked split stays and bounce-back offers…now here’s how they connect to create a loophole! Coronado Springs Resort Guests who have booked a split stay for their vacation might have a bounce-back offer appear while they’re still staying at their first hotel. If so, they can check whether their second hotel stay would be cheaper with the bounce-back offer applied, and if so, it can be rebooked for the lower rate! Art of Animation For example, one guest reported that this scenario popped up for them on a recent trip, and they were able to call Disney and apply the bounce-back offer for their second hotel stay, snagging a $200 discount just days before their check-in. Art of Animation Now you might be thinking, “Sounds great, but I don’t want to have to worry about that on my vacation.” Our friends at Small World Vacations have you covered! They’re experts in Disney vacation planning and can help you navigate allllll the discount options available to help you get the best deal possible on your next trip. Reach out to them for a FREE quote and start planning the Disney vacation of your dreams! I’ve Tried Every Loungefly Hack in Disney World and I’m Sharing 4 of My Favorites 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 Have you ever taken advantage of this bounce-back loophole before? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Pin trading in Disneyland is super popular, and it’s for a good reason. What beats the thrill of opening up a mystery pin and getting the coveted rare chaser?! Showing off our pins We were at Disneyland today when we found a major game-changer for Disney pin collectors that combines the thrill of a mystery pin with the fun of a gachapon: pin vending machines! We were in Disney California Adventure today when we found this awesome pin vending machine! Nestled in the San Fransokyo Maker’s Market is this super fun pin vending machine, which gives you one of 15 random mystery pins! It’s a pin vending machine! The mystery pins you can get include Princess Aurora, Simba, Winnie the Pooh, Sir Hiss, Queen of Hearts, Dumbo, Sultan, Miko, Hatbox Ghost, Dopey, Mama Odie, Flower, Hades, and Flotsam and Jetsam. The chasers in the set are Hatbox Ghost, Winnie the Pooh, Dumbo, Platypus, and Mama Odie. One pin costs $18, so it’s a great price. So many options! We also found some adorable pin vending machines in Pixar Pier that look like Buzz and Woody from Toy Story, but in vending machine form! It’s Buzz and Woody in vending machine form! If you don’t have a park ticket, you can also grab mystery pins from the vending machine at Pin Traders in Downtown Disney. They offer the same exact pins at all six machines! So cool! We obviously had to get pins from these vending machines, and opening them up for the big reveal was so exciting. We ended up with two Flower pins, one Hades pin, and a Winnie the Pooh chaser! Isn’t he so cute with all the empty honeypots piled up behind him? Our pins! We had so much fun at these pin vending machines, and we’re hoping they’ll end up in Disney World soon so our Florida friends can give it a try. We’ll be sure to keep you updated on more pin trading news, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more! The NEW Essential Every Disney Pin Trader Is Buying From Amazon Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of these pin trading vending machines? Comment below! View the full article

It seems to be the season of patents for Disney World, as we’ve started to see more and more of them pop up in recent months. Disney World Patents are basically a company taking ownership of something, whether it be a new piece of technology, a ride system, or something similar, so that any time it’s used in the future, it’s clear who came up with that idea. Patents don’t have to be for things that exist just yet, and in fact, most of the time, they aren’t. Or, they’re based on something under secure testing; that way, no one learns what they’re working on and files a patent before they do. In this case, Disney has filed two new patents, but they couldn’t be MORE different from each other. The first patent was filed on October 1st, 2026, and is US 2026/0298443 A1. This is a system for generating collimated non-coherent bright light using a plurality of optical elements. That’s a lot of words, we know, but thankfully, the patent breaks it down a bit. The abstract description is that a system includes a first array of lasers, a first linear polarizer, a second array of lasers, and a phosphor assembly. The first array of lasers is configured to emit a first light, and then the first linear polarizer receives it. The second array of lasers will then emit a second light, and the phosphor assembly is positioned to receive both the first light from the first array of lasers and the second light from the second array of lasers. Together, they’ll create a non-coherent light based on the combination of both the first and second lights. All in all — basically taking the lights of two lasers and seamlessly forming them into one. US 2026/0298443 A1 The second patent was also filed on October 1st, 2026, and is US 2026/0300277 A1. This is a completely different type of patent, as it’s for domain-specific intelligence using natural language. If that sounds like AI, you’re correct, but instead of using the words artificial intelligence, this patent uses the words “machine learning” a lot, which is a subset of AI techniques. The abstract describes this as being techniques for generating a result for a search query — think about what you type into Google when you need the answer to a question. While artificial intelligence isn’t mentioned in the abstract of the patent, it is mentioned further in the description, stating, “With the rapid emergence of sophisticated chat-based artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) models, many users now expect to ask natural language questions and receive back coherent detailed answers.” While the public domain has a growing number of ML-based Large Language Models (LLMs) that provide this, they aren’t very successful with proprietary data or data with a real-time component. US 2026/0300277 A1 All in all, this second patent is basically looking at getting better search results when the user is using natural language, instead of language geared specifically for a computer to understand. The patent describes using “two parameters, dividing the complex search query into one or more components and determining an intent for each of the one or more components using machine learning (ML), the ML including at least one of: a large language model (LLM) or a natural language processing (NLP) neural network.” Could this be something we see implemented in the My Disney Experience App, since Disney has already mentioned AI changes are on the way? It’s certainly possible, Disney has not yet confirmed the use of this new patent. ©Disney We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Disney news, both inside and outside of the parks, so stay tuned to DFB. Early Prime Day Deals Are HERE and Disney Adults Are Running for These Essentials Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW How do you feel about these patents? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

HERE YE! HERE YE! Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are almost here, but that doesn’t mean the deals HAVE to start on the first day… There are some deals already available as an early Deal Day treat, and a lot of them are actually essentials you’ll need for your Disney World trip! Essentials on Sale NOW Whether you need a better option to charge your MagicBands with or are trying to stay cool in the parks, Amazon is STOCKED full of Disney World essentials. Grab them before your next trip and before the deals disappear! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We are tracking the biggest and the best Disney deals happening leading up to Big Deal Days and throughout the sale. We have put these in one big list so you don’t have to do the hard work. view OVER 100 disney deals ON AMAZON No Need To Fight Over Outlets With This MagicBand Charger Charging Station for MagicBand+ Instead of using multiple chargers that take up multiple outlets, grab the Doohoeek MagicBand Charging Station! This charger takes up just one outlet while charging up to four MagicBands at one time! It’s currently on sale for 17% off, AND you can add a 15% off coupon on top of that already existing discount! There aren’t many outlets in Disney World hotel rooms to begin with, so getting four chargers in one is a MUST! As a family of three, I personally love having one of these around to take up as little space as possible! view ON AMAZON Go Hands-Free With This Neck Fan JISULIFE Neck Fan Stay cool AND hands-free with the JISULIFE Neck Fan! This fan has a great battery — we ran it for over three hours, and it didn’t die! The material is also quite wide, so it’s easy to slide on and off your neck. However, we do recommend wearing your hair up when using this, so it doesn’t get caught in the fan. And with five speeds, you can adjust it to your liking! This is one of my favorite things to bring to the park since it keeps me cool and hands-free, which gives me more time to book Lightning Lanes! Grab it while it’s 24% off! view ON AMAZON There’s Also A Great Handheld Option! ©Amazon Not a fan (pun intended) of the neck fan? Then you can grab the Mouse Handheld Fan! While it may look cute (which it absolutely is!), it’s also very powerful and efficient! I really love how compact it is because it doesn’t take up too much space in my bag! AND it has three different speeds, so you can control how powerful you’d like it. The blue, pink, and yellow fans are currently 8% off. view ON AMAZON Sunscreen Isn’t The Only Thing That Protects You From The Sun BAODINI Travel Essentials Mini Umbrella No sunscreen? No problem! Just grab the BAODINI Travel Essentials Mini Umbrella! This umbrella provides UV protection, keeping you cool and protected from the sun! Its dual-layer canopy features a black glue fabric underside that reflects and absorbs 99% of harmful UV rays. It comes with its own little carrying case, and it’s so compact that it won’t take up too much space in your bag! As someone who is prone to sweatiness and sunburns, this is a GREAT grab! It comes in light blue, dark blue, gray, black, and pink, and it’s currently 13% off! view ON AMAZON There’s More You Need To Charge Than Your MagicBands! Flat Plug Power Strip Remember how we talked about using one outlet to charge multiple MagicBands? Well, you can do that with more than just MagicBands with the Flat Plug Power Strip! This power strip includes three outlets, two USB plugs, and two USB-C plugs, which means you can charge up to seven devices at one time! Remember how I mentioned I am a part of a family of three? That means three chargers at LEAST, so this flat plug power strip is so convenient for us! This device comes in white, black, blue, and purple, and it’s currently 8% off! view ON AMAZON We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

The Mistress of All Evil finally has her very own dessert. There’s so much to love about Halloween at Disney World, and this treat is one of them! Look at this new treat! From Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party to new merchandise and Halloween decor, the spooky season at Disney World is one of our favorite times of the year. We love everything it has to offer, but the new eats and treats might just be our favorite. Something new arrived at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and we just couldn’t resist! Disney’s Hollywood Studios doesn’t have the same level of Halloween vibes and decor that you’ll find at Magic Kingdom, but there are some things here and there at the park to get you into the spooky season. One of them is a new treat at Epic Eats! Epic Eats by Indiana Jones Epic Eats is an underrated spot at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. You’ll find it next to the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular and on the way to Star Tours. They have a few snack and beverage options, and one of them is this brand-new Maleficent Funnel Cake for $9.99. This is a funnel cake is topped with powdered sugar, ube-and-matcha icing, vanilla soft-serve, and chocolate horns. We’re going to use two words to describe this — VERY GOOD! Maleficent Funnel Cake The matcha and ube flavors were very subtle, but when combined with the chocolate funnel cake, it created this really unique flavor. It was very similar to the taste of a charred marshmallow s’more, so if that sounds like your thing, we think that you would like this. This looks so creative! The ice cream on top was not the best and did not taste super high quality, but it was the only part of this treat that we didn’t love. The little chocolate horns were more of a bitter chocolate, so if you prefer sweeter chocolate, they might not be your favorite. Look at the chocolate horn For $10, this is a really unique treat, and we would 100% get this again! It also just looked so aesthetically pleasing, so it could potentially be the star of your Instagram post from your next Disney World trip. This was so good! We’re always on the hunt for new Disney eats and treats, so make sure to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more Disney food reviews! Get Spooky! 5 NEW Treats Just Dropped In Disney Springs Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Would you try this treat? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Disney spent the Renaissance era giving us princesses, villains, Broadway-sized soundtracks, and enough emotional damage from animated animals to last several decades. Loungefly has turned all of that into backpacks. And Amazon currently has a surprisingly deep selection. ©Amazon We found Loungefly bags inspired by everything from The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast to movies that don’t get nearly enough merchandise, including The Rescuers Down Under and The Hunchback of Notre Dame. So, whether your Disney Renaissance loyalty belongs to Ariel, Belle, Simba, Mulan, or a movie you still own on VHS somewhere, here’s what we found. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The Little Mermaid Collection Ariel and Ursula are not exactly suffering from a merchandise shortage, and this list proves it. The Little Mermaid has more options than any other movie in our roundup, ranging from full cosplay designs to bags that are a little easier to work into an everyday outfit. Loungefly Disney The Little Mermaid Ariel Cosplay Women’s Double Strap Shoulder Bag Purse Want to make Ariel part of your world without committing to an entire DisneyBound? This cosplay-style bag does most of the work for you. It’s an especially fun pick for a Magic Kingdom day, a character meal, or anyone whose Disney personality was permanently established somewhere around 1989. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON Loungefly Little Mermaid Iridescent Ursula AOP Mini Backpack Villain people, we’ve got you. This iridescent Ursula all-over-print bag gives the Sea Witch considerably more real estate than she usually gets on Disney accessories. It also feels a little moodier than the standard pastel mermaid merchandise, which we appreciate. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON Loungefly The Little Mermaid Iridescent Pearl Mini Backpack For something a little less character-forward, there’s this iridescent pearl design. You still get the under-the-sea aesthetic, but this one doesn’t require your entire outfit to start singing “Part of Your World” the minute you put it on. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON Loungefly Disney Villains Scene Ursula Crystal Ball Women’s Double Strap Shoulder Bag Purse Ursula gets another turn with this Villains Scene bag centered around her crystal ball. Disney villains have been getting some excellent Loungefly designs over the years, and we’re never going to complain about merchandise that lets the bad guys take over for a minute. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON Loungefly x The Little Mermaid Ariel Allover-Print Mini Backpack Sometimes you don’t need bells, whistles, moving pieces, or enough appliqués to qualify as architecture. You just want a classic character print. This Ariel all-over-print backpack fits that job nicely and makes an easy park bag for The Little Mermaid fans. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON The Rescuers Down Under Collection Yes, there is Rescuers Down Under Loungefly merchandise. No, we will not be calm about it. Loungefly Disney The Rescuers Down Under Mini Backpack Disney made an entire animated movie featuring an enormous golden eagle, an Australian adventure, and Bernard attempting to propose to Miss Bianca, and then spent years giving us approximately seven pieces of merchandise for it. That’s why this bag stands out. If you’re the Disney fan who would rather carry something nobody else in the security line has, this is one of our favorite finds on the list. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON The Beauty and the Beast Collection Unsurprisingly, Belle showed up prepared. There are several Beauty and the Beast Loungeflys available, including library, ballroom, stained-glass, and princess-inspired designs. Loungefly Disney Beauty and the Beast Library Scene Mini The Beast gives Belle a library, and suddenly the rest of us are expected to have reasonable romantic expectations. This mini backpack celebrates one of the movie’s most beloved settings, and bookish Disney fans probably don’t need much more convincing than that. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON Loungefly Exclusives Beauty and the Beast Belle Sketch Mini-Backpack This Belle Sketch backpack goes in a different direction from some of the more elaborate scene designs. The artwork gives it a softer, illustration-inspired look that feels particularly appropriate for the princess who spent half her movie carrying a book around town while everyone else questioned her life choices. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON Loungefly Disney Beauty and the Beast Ballroom Scene Women’s Double Strap Shoulder Bag Purse You knew the ballroom scene was going to appear somewhere. This bag puts one of Disney animation’s most recognizable moments front and center, making it an easy pick for fans who want their Loungefly to be unmistakably Beauty and the Beast. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON Loungefly Disney Beauty and the Beast Stained Glass Mini Backpack The stained-glass artwork from Beauty and the Beast remains one of the prettiest visual motifs Disney has handed merchandise designers, and Loungefly knows exactly what to do with it. This is one of the bags we’d choose if you want something distinctly Disney without going full character cosplay. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON Loungefly Disney Beauty and the Beast Princess Series Lenticular Mini Backpack Loungefly loves an interactive detail, and the lenticular design gives this Princess Series backpack a little extra dimension. It’s another strong option for collectors who already own the more traditional Belle bags and are looking for something different. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON Loungefly Disney Beauty and the Beast Belle Once Upon a Dream Series Women’s Backpack And because apparently Belle needed to dominate an entire shelf of this roundup, there’s also the Once Upon a Dream Series backpack. If your personal Disney Renaissance begins and ends with Beauty and the Beast, Amazon is giving you options. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON The Aladdin Collection Agrabah doesn’t have quite as many representatives on Amazon right now, but Jasmine and Jafar have opposing sides of the aisle covered. Loungefly Disney Aladdin Jasmine Castle Women’s Double Strap Shoulder Bag Purse This Jasmine Castle bag leans into Agrabah’s architecture rather than another straightforward character portrait. That makes it a fun choice for Jasmine fans who want the movie represented without carrying a giant princess face around all day. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON Loungefly Disney Jafar Villains Scene Women’s Double Strap Shoulder Bag Purse Meanwhile, Jafar has arrived for anyone who looked at the princess option and thought, “No, I’d rather accessorize with terrible decision-making and phenomenal eyeliner.” The Villains Scene design gives one of Disney’s most recognizable Renaissance-era bad guys his own bag. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON The Lion King Collection Of course The Lion King is here. You can’t talk about ’90s Disney without eventually hearing the opening notes of “Circle of Life” somewhere in the distance. Loungefly Disney Lion King Mini Backpack This is the classic choice for the person whose Disney Renaissance ranking has The Lion King permanently welded near the top. It also makes an obvious Animal Kingdom bag, which means you’ve basically planned one entire park outfit already. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON Loungefly Disney Lion King Scar Cosplay Women’s Double Strap Shoulder Bag Purse Scar cosplay in backpack form is an extremely specific commitment, and we respect it. This one is for Disney villain collectors, Scar defenders, and anyone who thinks their accessories could use considerably more theatrical resentment. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON Loungefly Disney The Lion King 30th Anniversary Silhouette All-Over Print Canvas Square Mini Backpack If the full cosplay look isn’t your thing, the 30th Anniversary silhouette design offers another direction. The square canvas style also makes it look noticeably different from the familiar rounded Loungefly mini-backpack shape, which may appeal to collectors whose closet has started looking suspiciously uniform. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON The Pocahontas Collection We’re entering the portion of the list where finding character-specific Loungeflys becomes considerably more interesting. Loungefly Disney Pocahontas Cake Mini Backpack The Disney Princess cake collection turns the princesses into elaborate dessert-inspired designs, and Pocahontas gets her own version here. It’s definitely more fanciful than literal, but that’s also why it stands apart from a standard movie-scene backpack. ©BoxLunch view ON AMAZON The Hunchback of Notre Dame Collection Now we’re talking. Loungefly Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame Esmeralda Purple Mini Double Strap Shoulder Bag Esmeralda merchandise doesn’t exactly fill every shelf at Disney World, so finding an entire Loungefly dedicated to her immediately got our attention. The purple design features debossed details and embroidered flowers, giving it a more decorative look than the usual character-print backpack. More Hunchback merchandise, Disney. We have been very patient. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON The Hercules Collection We would like to thank the gods of merchandising for remembering that Hercules exists. Loungefly Disney Hercules Mount Olympus Gates Mini Backpack This Mount Olympus design taps into one of the movie’s most distinctive settings, which immediately makes it more interesting than slapping Hercules on the front of a plain bag and calling it a day. For fans who have been waiting for Hercules merchandise to catch up with the movie’s cult following, here’s one for the collection. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON Loungefly Disney Hercules 25th Anniversary Meg & Herc Mini Backpack Meg fans, your patience has paid off too. This 25th Anniversary design pairs Meg and Hercules, making it a particularly good pick for people who believe Megara deserves significantly more Disney merchandise. We are people. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON The Mulan Collection And finally, we’ve got two very different Mulan options, including one of our favorite kinds of Loungefly designs: the ridiculously specific character cosplay bag. Loungefly Disney Mulan Ping Cosplay Mini Backpack with Charm Ping! Instead of giving us another traditional Mulan princess design, Loungefly went straight for her soldier disguise. That’s exactly the sort of deep-cut choice that makes collecting these bags fun in the first place. Wear this one to EPCOT and wait for the other ’90s Disney kids to recognize it. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON Loungefly Disney Mulan Stained Glass Mini Backpack Double Strap Bag For something more elegant, there’s also this stained-glass Mulan backpack. Stained-glass designs tend to work especially well on Loungefly bags because they’re colorful without feeling quite as busy as some all-over character prints. ©Amazon view ON AMAZON Disney Renaissance Fans Have OPTIONS Amazon’s Loungefly inventory tends to move around, so there’s no guarantee every one of these bags will stick around forever. Some of the more unusual finds are also exactly the kinds of designs we’d expect collectors to notice quickly. And we’ve got a full storefront on Amazon loaded to the gills with Loungeflys to make your shopping quest easier. Loungefly Wall And while Ariel, Belle, and Simba are very well represented, we’re particularly happy to see movies like The Rescuers Down Under, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Hercules, and Mulan getting some attention. Now, if Loungefly would like to keep digging through the Disney Renaissance catalog, we’ll be here. There are still plenty of characters waiting for their turn. Keep following Disney Food Blog for more Disney merchandise finds, Amazon discoveries, and everything you need to know before your next Disney World trip. View the full article

We love it when Disney World restaurants think outside the box for new snacks. Now, not all those little food experiments are a hit (Pickle Milkshake, we’re looking at you). But sometimes, Disney World surprises us with a snack we never thought of, and the result is nothing short of heaven on earth. Haunted Hawaiian Rolls That’s how we would describe the Deep Fried Hawaiian Rolls, which are one of our favorite desserts in all of Disney World. So now that Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs just released an Oreo-chocolate version for Halloween, do they still compare to the original? Let’s find out! The Haunted Hawaiian Rolls are $11 at Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs at the BoardWalk. These are fried Hawaiian rolls with Oreo sugar, chocolate fudge, and Halloween sprinkles. Haunted Hawaiian Rolls The Hawaiian rolls were soft and sweet with a French toast-like texture. They’re absolutely packed with chocolate flavors from the rich chocolate fudge sauce and crunchy Oreo pieces. They’re super rich, so they’re satisfying after one or two rolls, and you can easily share the rest. They’re also fairly sticky from the chocolate fudge sauce, so we’d recommend grabbing a fork. Haunted Hawaiian Rolls These are a Halloween version of the Deep Fried Hawaiian Rolls, which are still available at Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs while the Haunted Hawaiian Rolls are offered. They’re fried Hawaiian rolls covered in cinnamon and sugar and sweetened condensed milk for $10, and these are one of our favorite desserts in Disney World. Deep Fried Hawaiian Rolls The rolls are super fluffy, plus the whole thing is hot and gooey and sugary. The condensed milk is almost like an icing on top, adding more sweetness and some creaminess. Ooey and gooey goodness We’ll be sure to keep you updated on more Halloween snacks as they come out at Disney World, so stay tuned for more spooky season reviews! Is It Time For a Legendary Restaurant To Reinvent Itself 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 Would you try these Haunted Hawaiian Rolls, or will you stick to the OG? Comment below! View the full article

Get ready to mark your calendars, Disney fans! Magic Kingdom at Disney World Disney is getting ready to release a TON of new collections, celebrating everything from major anniversaries to popular franchises! Want to get your hands on the new souvenirs before they sell out? We’ve got all the upcoming drop dates here! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. New Disney merchandise can sell out FAST, so set a reminder to head to the Disney Store website on these dates to snag everything on your wishlist! October 4th: New LEGO Avengers Collection Calling all the Marvel fans and LEGO collectors! On Sunday, October 4th, the new LEGO Avengers: Doomsday collection is dropping online. ©Disney Store Avengers: Doomsday is heading to theaters in December, so this is the perfect gift for the Marvel superfan in your life (even if that superfan is you, of course)! Shop on Disney Store October 5th: MORE Marvel Toys & New Disney Parks Clothes There’s even more Marvel fun on the way on Monday, October 5th, with a new Marvel Toys collection scheduled for release. Plus, it’s a double-drop day on Disney Store, because new Disney Parks Clothing is also coming on October 5th! ©Disney Store It looks like we can expect some cozy clothes in the latest Disney Parks collection, just in time for the fall and winter weather. Shop on Disney Store October 6th: Celebrate National Noodle Day! We’re always down for a reason to celebrate our love of noodles! Tuesday, October 6th is National Noodle Day, and Disney is releasing a new collection in honor of the occasion. ©Disney Store The teaser photo for the collection shows some adorable noodle-themed home goods that you’ll definitely find in our carts while they last. Shop on Disney Store October 9th: Haunted Mansion Blind Box Okay, we know there are plenty of Haunted Mansion merch collectors out there (including us!), so set your reminder for the release of the new Haunted Mansion Ghost Blind Box on Friday, October 9th! ©Disney Store Each box contains a mystery figurine of one of the attraction’s most iconic ghosts. You could end up with one of the Hitchhiking Ghosts, Constance Hatchaway, the Hatbox Ghost, or the Opera Singer from the graveyard! Shop on Disney Store October 12th: New Mickey Clothes, Disney World 55th Anniversary Collection, and a Designer Cinderella Doll Finally, Monday, October 12th is a BIG day for online drops at Disney Store! Both the Mickey & Friends Clothing AND Walt Disney World 55th Anniversary collections will be released that day. Plus, the Limited Edition Cinderella Doll is also coming starting at 8 AM PT that morning. ©Disney Store Limited edition items can sell out extra fast, so you’ll really want to be on the ball if the Cinderella doll is on your must-have list! Shop on Disney Store Whether you’re ready to get started on your holiday shopping or just want to treat yourself to some new Disney merch, there are tons of exciting new collections to choose from over the next few weeks. We’ll be on the lookout for all the latest Disney updates, so stick with us at DFB for more new releases. View the full article

We’re suckers for Minnie Ears; that’s why we own far too many of them, but if you put the words “exclusive” or “limited time” along with the ears, we’re goners. We love Minnie ears! If you’re like us in that way, prepare your wallets, because you may be about to go to an entire sports game just to get an exclusive pair of ears (don’t worry, we’re tempted to do the same thing)! Disneyland has partnered up with the LA Rams to create a special new pair of Minnie ears that you can ONLY get if you purchase a ticket for the Rams vs. Cardinals game happening on Sunday, October 18th through a special link. The Rams vs. Cardinals game will take place at SoFi Stadium on Sunday, October 18th at 1:05 PM, and you can celebrate Disneyland Resort’s Sponsorship of the LA Rams with a special pair of Exclusive Minnie Mouse Ears in Rams Royal and Sol colors. These ears are only available for purchasers of this ticket package, and you do have to attend the game to get the ears, as they’re only available at the game. Information about pickup will be sent out the week leading up to the game, and they won’t be for sale anywhere else. ©Rams That’s not all, either! The first 60,000 fans in attendance at the game will receive a replica Championship ring, presented by Cedars-Sinai. Tickets must be bought specifically through the link below to get the ears. Tickets range from $109.61 in the furthest sections away from the field, all the way up to VIP seats at $836.34. There are hundreds of tickets available at prices in between those as well, so there really is something for everyone. ©Rams Tickets are quickly running out for some of the cheapest options, as well as VIP boxes, so if you want either of those, we recommend purchasing them sooner rather than later. Grab your tickets here! If you change your mind later on, tickets purchased through this link are not available for resale, and there are also no refunds, exchanges, or cancellations. More Recent Disney News! The World’s First-Ever Minecraft Hotel Is Opening in 2027NEWS: Flight Prices Could Stay High, Even if Fuel Prices DropThis Fast Food Chain’s Emo Album Is My Entire Personality NowUPDATE: Brightline Files For Bankruptcy Due To $2.26 Billion Debt“Relentless Sabotage” Sacked Disney CEO Bob Chapek Breaks Silence in New Book: “It Pisses Me Off.” We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Disney World news, so stay tuned to DFB! Disney Just Released Its 2026 Toy Story Advent Calendar 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 Disney ears would you like to see from other sports teams? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Between Disney+, Hulu, HBO, Apple TV, and Netflix, movie and TV show lovers have SO many options to choose from for entertainment. But in the age of movies and shows being exclusive to one streaming service, it can be hard to afford everything at once. ©Netflix If you’re a Netflix subscriber craving some Disney shows, then today is your lucky day. Disney Entertainment has licensed Disney and Hulu shows to stream on Netflix! Disney Entertainment and Netflix have entered a major new content licensing agreement that will bring a mix of library titles and current-season TV shows to Netflix for varying periods of time, according to Variety. ©Netflix Seasons one and two of the Disney+ original series Percy Jackson and the Olympians will be available on Netflix globally beginning October 4th as part of a three-month promotional window in advance of its season three premiere on Disney+ on November 20th. ©Disney Additionally, all five of 20th Century Studios’ Ice Age films will be available on Netflix worldwide beginning October 4th for three months ahead of the franchise’s sixth installment, Ice Age: Boiling Point. The six-quel will release in theaters on February 5th, 2027. ©Disney Seasons one through four of police procedural Will Trent will be on Netflix globally on November 3rd, ahead of the season five premiere on ABC in early 2027. ©Disney The Tim Allen and Kat Dennings sitcom Shifting Gears will come to Netflix beginning December 1st in the U.S. and January internationally, ahead of the season three premiere on ABC in early 2027. Matt, the widowed owner of a classic car restoration shop, is confronted with his most unexpected and challenging project yet when his estranged daughter, Riley, and her adolescent children come crashing back into his life. ©Disney You can also watch some iconic Walt Disney Animation and Pixar movies on Netflix. In early 2027, Soul, Elio, Raya and the Last Dragon, and more children’s movies will stream on Netflix globally, with title availability and launch dates varying by region. Soul ©Pixar | Disney We’re so excited to watch some of our favorite Disney movies and TV shows on Netflix, too. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Disney movie news! Take 30% Off Souvenirs With This NEW Disney+ Perk! 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 watching any Disney movies and TV shows on Netflix, or will you stick to Disney+? Comment below! View the full article

Welcome back, Disney coffee people! It’s time for episode two of the Hotel Coffee Crawl, where I’m on a journey to go to EVERY Disney World resort to find out which one is the best to work from home at based on coffee, atmosphere, and space availability! Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort As a writer for DFB, I have the privilege of working from home. And living close to Disney World gives me another privilege on top of that — working from the resorts! Today, we are headed to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort for my workday! The Polynesian Village Resort is one of Disney World’s Deluxe Resorts and is located closest to the Magic Kingdom. The resort celebrates the welcoming “Aloha Spirit” of the South Pacific, such as tiki culture, and offers a nostalgic image of Pacific Island vacations. The dark woods around the resort are contrasted against brighter hued accents and tropical flowers. The dining locations found here include ‘Ohana, Kona Cafe, Kona Island, Tambu Lounge, Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace, Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto, and Capt. Cook’s. Polynesian Village Resort Coffee – 7/10 For my coffee, I grabbed the Polynesian’s exclusive Joffrey’s Coffee blend at Kona Island. I got the Kona Blend Iced Coffee with Caramel and Sweet Cream. This was really just a basic iced coffee with flavor, and I added a splash of oat milk and sweet cream on top. On the Joffrey’s Coffee website, it mentions that the Kona Blend has a bit of a fruity nuance, but I really didn’t get any of that flavor, unfortunately — it just tasted like a normal coffee. Kona Blend Iced Coffee But I did like how you got a coffee flavor, unlike the Biscoff Latte at Coronado Springs Resort. I added the caramel syrup for some sweetness, and it wasn’t overly sweet, which I appreciated. However, it was hard to taste the sweet cream since the lid was not a sippy-cup lid — it’s a lid where you have to put in a straw. So, the sweet cream just blended into the coffee. For the value, I thought it was great! Even with the upcharge of the sweet cream, my total came to $6.06 after tax, which I think is a great deal! Kona Blend Iced Coffee I had high expectations for this coffee since Kona Island has been so beloved for over a decade and a half! We’ve actually been recommending this spot for a LONG time! And one of YOU also praised Kona Island, saying, “The Coffee Situation at the Poly Is Going to Be Tough to Beat!” And don’t get me wrong, this coffee was very good, but we still have a LONG way to go before I start putting this one at the top! Atmosphere – 6/10 When it comes to atmosphere, I rank it on two bases: Outdoors and indoors, because I split up my workday today and worked from two different places at the resort. Outside was definitely my favorite of the two. I started my workday here, and I had the space ALL to myself! Sitting by the waterside was peaceful, and I really enjoyed the nice breeze. The only downside of sitting outside right now is the construction Disney is performing on the exterior of the resort. Polynesian Village Resort My computer started getting a low battery about three hours into my workday, which meant I needed to move inside. The space I chose to sit inside was Tambu Lounge. This area doesn’t tend to get busy earlier in the day since food doesn’t begin being served until 4 PM, so it was fairly quiet. I do wish I could hear the music more, but all I ended up hearing were the party names being called for ‘Ohana, which was a little annoying. For these reasons, my atmosphere rating is 6/10. Also, yes — I got the ‘Ohana noodles because duhhhh! Tambu Lounge Space – 3/10 The space availability is what really hurt the Polynesian’s overall score because there was VERY little seating when it comes to tables and chairs. Outside, there is very limited seating because of the construction right now — there are only 10! And the inside isn’t much better. The only tables and chairs you’ll find are at Capt. Cook’s (the quick-service location) and Tambu Lounge. Capt. Cook’s The rest of the space throughout the lobby and upstairs is just chairs. And good luck finding an outlet because they’re basically non-existent! I got lucky and grabbed a table at Tambu Lounge with a nearby outlet, but I literally only saw five reachable outlets throughout the whole resort! Because of this, my space rating gets a 3/10. Polynesian Village Resort Overall – 5/10 Based on the coffee I had, the atmosphere, and the space, the Polynesian Village Resort gets a 5/10 when it comes to working from home at the Disney resorts. The coffee was good, the atmosphere was good, but the space? Not so much. Here are my current rankings: Coronado Springs Resort – 7/10 Polynesian Village Resort – 5/10 Great Ceremonial House We are headed to ALL of the Disney World resorts for this series, so stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more because they’re coming real soon! Hotel Coffee Crawl: Why People Keep Paying $10 for a Cookie Butter Latte in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Which hotel should I head to next, and what coffee should I get? Let me know in the comments below! View the full article

Okay, has anyone else noticed that Disney has been VERY obsessed with souvenir cups lately? ©Disney From Be Our Guest at Magic Kingdom to Carthay Circle Lounge at Disney California Adventure, Disney has been sharing new cups that will be available for guests to buy at specific spots. We can’t complain, because have you seen these things? We’re obsessed too! We love a good Disney souvenir, no matter what it is. But the thing that makes souvenir cups really great is that they usually come with a beverage. Plus, it’s always fun to bring the cups home and try to replicate that special Disney drink. Well, Disney has shared three new souvenir cups are coming soon. Let’s take a look at them! Be Our Guest Be Our Guest – Magic Kingdom Fans of the Disney classic, Beauty and the Beast, are already making reservations to go to Be Our Guest Restaurant at Magic Kingdom to check out the new Be Our Guest Goblet! Disney hasn’t shared a date for when it will become available, but they did share that it is coming soon. We cannot wait to check out this gorgeous cup and immerse ourselves in the magic and wonder of Beauty and the Beast. ©Disney Carthay Circle Lounge – Disney California Adventure Magic mirror on the wall, is this the fairest souvenir cup of them all? Check out the second edition of the Witch & Poison Apple Mug. This mug is served with a Poison Appletini at Carthay Circle Lounge. You can actually get this cup right now, since it dropped on October 1st. You won’t want to wait, because it’s only available while supplies last. ©Disney Beak and Barrel – Magic Kingdom It’s time to gather around me hearties, because the popular pirate lounge, The Beak and Barrel, is also getting a brand-new mug for guests to take home. Check out the Pirate Parrot Mug! Disney hasn’t announced the price of the mug or when the mug will become available. We do know that the mug will be served with the new Mariner’s Fortune, which is a bold punch made with Tito’s Handmade Vodka, guava, DOLE Pineapple Juice, ginger, and lime. ©Disney So, whether you’re in Disney World or Disneyland Resort, there are new souvenir cups you can keep an eye out for. We’ll be waiting to hear when some of these cups drop, so make sure to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for all the latest news and updates. Is It Time For a Legendary Restaurant To Reinvent Itself 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 cup do you want? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Believe it or not, we’re just a few months away from Epic Universe’s third calendar year of operation! Since its official public opening back in May of 2025, Universal’s latest theme park has seen its operations streamlined, which has led many potential guests to wonder if they still need to worry about major crowds at the park. Mine-Cart Madness Luckily for those wondering, we’ve been tracking Epic’s wait times from the VERY beginning, so we can offer a pretty clear picture of how they’ve developed since the park made its debut. When Epic Universe opened, the ride and its crowds were largely defined by Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry. The latest attraction in Universal’s cadre of Harry Potter rides opened to MASSIVE crowds and waits hovering around 300 minutes on Epic’s opening in 2025. Queue for standby line at Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry Throughout the ride’s first year of operation, the attraction — which often saw downtime and early closures during those initial months — averaged waits between 100 and 150 minutes, occasionally nearly 200 minutes. However, if guests were able to time their arrival at the attraction just right (like, say, right after reopening from a closure), they could get on in about an hour if not less. Line for Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry As the excitement for the park has come down from opening levels — and Universal and its Team Members have gotten a better handle on the attraction and its upkeep — wait times have gone down a bit. Currently, the ride is averaging a 90-minute wait in 2026. Interestingly, however, the ride’s numbers have risen above that average over the course of September 2026, as the attraction is averaging a wait of about 100 minutes over the month. Suffice to say, if you’re heading to Epic anytime soon, you’ll likely still have to wait a bit for Battle at the Ministry, but likely only about 1/2 of the gargantuan 200-minute waits that greeted guests initially. Battle at the Ministry While the long lines associated with the latest Potter attraction were arguably anticipated by many when Epic opened, the park’s other challenger for busiest ride is arguably a tad more surprising. While the Donkey Kong-themed Mine-Cart Madness was somewhat anticipated given its mystique as a previously Japan-only attraction plus its unique track, the coaster is arguably a smaller-scale attraction, and its initial numbers reflected that. On opening day, the ride averaged about 40-to-50-minute wait times; however, that quickly changed. Within weeks of opening, Mine-Cart Madness began averaging waits close to 100 minutes, and has stayed that way (when it’s open, an issue with all of the park’s outdoor rides that are subject to weather-related shutdowns) since. In fact, the ride’s 2026 average wait time is 105 minutes, easily the longest in the park. Mine-Cart Madness While those rides will still require a relatively large time commitment, the rest of the park’s attraction lineup has settled into manageable times. Over the course of 2026 to date, the only other ride to average a wait over an hour is Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge. Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge In a testament to the efficiency of its ride system, the widely acclaimed Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment has averaged 16 minutes this year — a number in the same range as it’s had since the park opened — despite attracting some of the largest crowds in the park. Frankenstein’s Monster If you’ve been holding off heading to Epic Universe due to fear of massive crowds at Universal’s latest theme park, you’re likely in the clear to visit now, as long as you prepare to dedicate decent chunks of time to waiting for Battle at the Ministry and Mine-Cart Madness. Stay tuned to DFB for more coverage of Universal. Why Fans Are Still OBSESSED with This Universal Orlando Ride 18 Years After It Closed 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 noticed crowd level changes at Epic Universe? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

October has arrived, which means it’s time to head to Disney Springs for new treats at Gideon’s Bakehouse! Gideon’s Bakehouse Every month, Gideon’s drops a new menu, and they have finally released their October menu. While the popular bakehouse is bringing back a ton of items, something BRAND-NEW just dropped this weekend, and it’s only here for a limited time. For 10 years, Gideon’s Bakehouse has celebrated October with a unique dessert every weekend! They’ve said that their kitchen rule is that it has to be something that they’ve never done before. That means once this October wraps up, Gideon’s will have made 40 unique desserts. Gideon’s Bakehouse The bakehouse just dropped the first new dessert of October, and it’s the Graveyard Mousse Mounds! Gideon’s claims that the “hauntingly delicious treats put a playful, spooky spin on the classic kids’ dirt cup.” The treat is “silky Chocolate Crèmeux and Oreo Crumble layered over a moist Chocolate Cake base, then buried under more Oreo Crumbs, mini Sour Gummy Worms, and a Chocolate Tombstone.” Now that’s a mouthful…literally! ©Gideon’s Bakehouse You’re going to need to RUN to Disney Springs, because the unique treat is only available on Saturday, October 3rd, and Sunday, October 4th. That’s it; you only get the two days this weekend to try it. The dessert is also available while supplies last, and limited to two per person. After that, they won’t be back ever again. Gideon’s Bakehouse Some treats you can get at Gideon’s during October include: Frankenstein Lives! — a cookie that “stitches” together various chocolates, Double Stuf Oreos, and M&M’s to “resurrect” one of the most popular Limited Edition Cookies of the year.⁣ Bride of Frankenstein Returns! — designed in the same mold as Frank but features white chocolate, Golden Oreos, and M&M’s. Frankenstein Cake Slices! — cake versions of Frankenstein on Wednesdays and Saturdays Bride of Frankenstein — cake versions of Bride of Frankenstein on Sundays and Thursdays. Cookies & Cream Nitro Cold Brew Also note that the transaction limit for cookies has been increased to nine instead of eight this month only! Frankenstein Cookie There are also new merchandise drops and new collectible menus on October 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd. The Three Little Ones Morsels are here, with the first of four October menus dropping now. It’ll be available in line at Disney Springs or with each merch order at gideonsbakehouse.com. The menu you get will match what’s offered on the day of your order. Gideon’s Bakehouse and her big ol’ line Remember, there’s a new dessert that drops EVERY weekend at Gideon’s Bakehouse during October, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog so you never miss anything! After One Month, This Magic Kingdom Restaurant Is Reopening With A Completely NEW Menu! 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 heading to Disney Springs to try this new treat? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

We’ve got FOUR new Food & Wine booths, a brand new lounge has debuted on Disney’s BoardWalk, we’ve got a new look at Monstropolis, a classic Magic Kingdom ride has closed, and some sad news from Animal Kingdom…and more! All of the latest Disney and theme park news is coming up right now on DFB Guide. Check out our new video: Latest Disney News: NEW BoardWalk Lounge Review, Final Food & Wine Booths & a SECRET EPCOT Drink Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more theme park news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What video do you want to see from DFB next? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Has this ultra-popular Disney World restaurant lost its status as a must-do experience? Stitch at ‘Ohana Breakfast For years, ‘Ohana has been at the top of TONS of people’s Disney World bucket lists as one of the most famous restaurants around the Resort. But has this longtime fan-favorite spot lost its sparkle? We asked you to chime in with your thoughts, and y’all DID NOT hold back! Located at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, ‘Ohana has been a tough reservation to snag for years, with two unique dining experiences on offer. It’s especially popular for breakfast, since it features a Character Meal with appearances by Lilo, Stitch, Mickey, and other Disney friends (usually Pluto). Pluto Even though dinner at ‘Ohana is NOT a Character Meal, guests still flock there for the great views (including Magic Kingdom fireworks, if you time it right) and the Hawaiian-style all-you-can-eat feast. ‘Ohana dinner skillet But despite its history as a legendary Disney World restaurant, many people — including us — have noticed that ‘Ohana hasn’t necessarily been living up to the hype in recent years. We wanted to hear YOUR thoughts, so we asked our Facebook followers, “Does it still live up to its legendary reputation, or do you think it’s time for Disney to make some changes?” and heard lots of similar feedback based on your recent experiences! One common theme we saw pop up is that many of you still enjoy breakfast at ‘Ohana for the tradition, but dinner has been super disappointing lately. Sandy said, ” We have been having breakfast & dinner at ‘Ohana for 28 years. We still love the breakfast and it is our check out morning tradition to eat there before going to the airport. Dinner though is now a for our family. Our last dinner there was last year, 2025, and the only thing we enjoyed were the sides…” Breakfast at ‘Ohana Another thing several commenters mentioned is that while they have had good meals at ‘Ohana recently, the quality has become super inconsistent, and they no longer trust it to be a dependably good meal. Tonia said, “We have gone multiple times over the years, 2 times in the past few months. The service is always amazing. The food is not as dependable. We go because we love the place and crave the delicious dishes, but the food isn’t always consistent. Our recent visit we went one night and mushy noodles and the texture of the shrimp was hard to stomach. But we ate there again before our trip ended because we had a reservation and the food was good. I can see why the reviews are mixed now… what you get varies day to day.” ‘Ohana Noodles Many people mentioned that even though they used to be big ‘Ohana fans, they just can’t get on board with it lately, like Eric, who said, “It used to be a must for us but food quality has slipped the last few years,” and Jeanne, who said, “Not nearly as good as it used to be. The noodles are still awesome, but everything else is just ok.” ‘Ohana bread pudding On the other hand, some people shared that they were happy with their recent ‘Ohana meals, like Robin, who said, “We still love it! We like the bowls instead of skewers. We love the servers. We love the singer. We love the food. We love the atmosphere. It’s our favorite.” Plant-Based Skillet at Disney World’s ‘Ohana Overall, the consensus among the commenters seemed to be that while they had high hopes for ‘Ohana based on its reputation, they expected more consistency with the quality of the food for the price they paid. Tawni summed that sentiment up well with the comment, “I think everybody loves the thought of it but the quality of food is really needing an upgrade.” Breakfast Skillet at ‘Ohana Just like SO many of you, we also have plenty of incredible memories from ‘Ohana over the years, so we hope the restaurant will turn it around and bring back the consistently great meals that we used to count on! We’ll keep checking in on alllll the restaurants around Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest updates! EPCOT Needs More Rides and the Internet Has Some WILD Thoughts Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you eaten at ‘Ohana lately? Tell us about your experience in the comments! View the full article

In the past year, The Walt Disney Company has experienced three different rounds of layoffs, with the most recent taking place just a few days ago. Dana Walden ©Disney While this most recent round of layoffs is the smallest of the three, it still affected hundreds of employees, mostly in HR and tech. Dana Walden, President and Chief Creative Officer of The Walt Disney Company, recently went on Bloomberg for an interview and discussed the layoffs and what it means for the company. These layoffs are another step in Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro’s efforts to save money and cut costs across the company. The most recent wave came just a few days after Disney’s Chief Legal and Global Affairs Officer Horacio Gutierrez that hinted at layoffs coming in the future. In the Bloomberg interview, Walden was asked how “there are still people to fire and how is there still restructuring” when thousands of people have already been fired. In response, Walden said “I would start with we’re not firing people every six months.” ©Disney She continued on, saying that in their industry, it’s essential to reevaluate how you’re structured, just like how their competitors do. When asked how big Disney is as an organization, Walden chose to speak to the Fox teams, which is how she first became involved with Disney. Walden mentioned how, originally, those who came over from Fox ran their own individual businesses, but when that didn’t make sense anymore for the company as the business evolved, they had to “make decisions around centralizing and functioning more as a television business and not a group of silos.” ©The Walt Disney Company Walden then returned to discussing the Disney layoffs, calling them “extremely painful” and saying that they’ve let go of colleagues who she’s worked with nearly her entire career. She continued, saying that she’s “really grateful to Josh [D’Amaro] and Sonja Coleman, our head of HR,” because this last round of layoffs was a voluntary retirement program. This way it “gave a number of our long tenured executive executives agency and the opportunity to make their own decisions around whether the timing was right to leave or to stay, knowing that this evolution, it will never stop.” ©Disney Walden then mentioned how technology has “set their sights on our business, and we must survive and thrive and grow.” Could Walden be talking about the increased use of AI inside the Disney space? There was no guarantee or confirmation, but it is something we have on our minds. We do feel it’s also important to mention that when Walden was asked if there will be more layoffs as part of restructuring each year, Walden replied, “I think in our industry, the answer is yes.” More Recent Disney News The World’s First-Ever Minecraft Hotel Is Opening in 2027NEWS: Flight Prices Could Stay High, Even if Fuel Prices DropThis Fast Food Chain’s Emo Album Is My Entire Personality NowUPDATE: Brightline Files For Bankruptcy Due To $2.26 Billion Debt“Relentless Sabotage” Sacked Disney CEO Bob Chapek Breaks Silence in New Book: “It Pisses Me Off.” We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB. 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 How do you feel about this interview? Tell us in the comments. View the full article

If you’re a Disney adult, then you likely have Disney+ to watch all the new Disney movies. But did you know Disney+ subscribers get exclusive perks just for having a subscription? ©Disney Disney+ just added two brand-new perks that Disney fans are running to grab. You can get free tickets to the world premiere of Disney’s new movie and grab 30% off merch! If you’re a Disney+ subscriber, then you can enter to win a trip to the World Premiere of Disney’s new movie Hexed! The film follows a teen girl named Billie (played by Hailee Steinfeld), who discovers magical abilities that take her from a quiet suburban life into the world of Hexe — a realm of witches. Together with her mother Alice (played by Rashida Jones), the two will investigate the family’s witchy secrets, taking them on an incredible journey. ©Disney This three-day, two-night trip will include tickets to the Hexed premiere in either Los Angeles, California, or New York, New York, plus a two-night hotel stay, round-trip coach airfare, transportation to and from the airport and hotel, and $100 cash to use on the trip! You can enter to win daily until 8:59 AM Pacific Time on October 22nd, 2026. ©Disney And if you’re a sports fan, then Disney+ has a new perk for you, too. Gear up with 30% off EVERYTHING at the ESPN Store website! There’s no minimum purchase, but you can only use it for one order from now until January 25th, 2027. ©Disney And while you’re looking into Disney+ perks, you need to take advantage of this returning perk before it goes away. You can get a complimentary D23 Gold Membership just for being a Disney+ subscriber! This will get you a Digital Gold Member Card, access to D23 Gold Member Events and D23 General Events, D23 Gold Member offers and discounts, and even more sweepstakes to enter to win. Make sure to stack your discounts and sweepstakes by redeeming your complimentary D23 Gold Membership before the deadline on December 31st, 2026! ©Disney We’ll be sure to keep you updated on more Disney+ perks as they’re released. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Disney+ news! This NEW Upgrade Just Made Watching Disney+ So Much Better 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 new Disney+ perk are you most excited to use? Comment below! View the full article

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2026 has been a BIG year for the Magic Kingdom’s Diamond Horseshoe! Earlier this year, the Cool KIDS’ Summer promotion brought live entertainment back to the venue for the first time in decades. Now, something NEW is coming to the space! ©Disney On October 4th, the eatery is transforming into a limited-time pop-up experience, complete with a brand-new menu, and you definitely don’t want to miss it! The Diamond Horseshoe’s new pop-up food menu will include: Charcuterie: Cured beef, candied bacon, smoked pork, green chile cheese, smoked cheddar, and pickles Glazed Sticky Ribs with cowboy beans and jalapeño crisps Queso Fundido with Barbecue Burnt Ends with warm tortilla chips Sweet Golden Corn Fritters with cilantro ranch dressing and red chili honey Chipotle Chicken Tostada with queso fresco, lime crema, and pickled cactus salsa Mini Hot Dog Platter: Wrapped in pastry, served with tortilla chips and a side of queso ©Disney And you can pair those menu items with a cocktail: Whinnyin’ Whiskey Lemonade: Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, Aperol liqueur, strawberry purée, Minute Maid Premium Lemonade, and basil Cactus Rose Margarita: LALO Blanco Tequila, prickly pear, lime, and agave High Plains Huckleberry: 44° North Mountain Huckleberry Vodka, crème de cassis liqueur, lemon juice, and cranberry Rattler Rum Punch: Bacardí Superior Rum, orange, pineapple, lime, and passion fruit, garnished with a sweet-and-spicy rim Coal’d Fashioned: Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon, Mr. Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur, cinnamon syrup, orange bitters, and Angostura bitters Seasonal Cocktail – In Holiday Fashion: Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon, rosemary syrup, cranberry, and cinnamon ©Disney Reservations for the pop-up are currently available for booking! Of note, we recently spoke to a Cast Member at Liberty Tree Tavern who informed us that they had been trained for the new offering at The Diamond Horseshoe. According to them, there will be no drink minimum and no time limit inside this restaurant, unlike, say, The Beak and Barrel in Adventureland. This means guests will be able to enjoy this sure-to-be-popular new experience at their own pace. The Diamond Horseshoe Even if you can cross the Diamond Horseshoe off for one of the days of your trip, you’ll still need to know about Disney World’s other dining hotspots. Between the reviews, menus, and reservation strategies, it’s a lot to sort through. Our Guide to Disney World Dining pulls it all together so you can stop stressing and focus on the fun without feeling like you’re missing a thing! The Diamond Horseshoe The Magic Kingdom’s Diamond Horseshoe is reopening on October 4th with a BRAND-NEW menu! Stay tuned to DFB for more on this space! Have You Noticed This Broken Ride at 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 Are you excited for the new Diamond Horseshoe? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

We’re just about a week away from being able to book reservations at Disney World’s new hotel, Lakeshore Lodge. ©Disney The new hotel is set to open on July 1st, 2027, but we’re already getting tons of details from Disney about what to expect from the new hotel. We’ve been following the latest construction updates and sneak peeks closely, and now we’ve gotten more info on one of the new lounges coming to the space, Branch & Bush. After Disney’s latest news drop, we’ve gotta say that dining here can’t come soon enough! A Lounge On The Water First of all, we’d be lying if we said we don’t get excited about Disney World lounges in general. You can find them all around the parks and the hotels, but that doesn’t mean we don’t get excited when there’s a new one on the way. That’s especially true with Branch & Bush, because it’s located right on the water! ©bioreconstruct Disney has said that dining here will offer incredible views of Bay Lake. No matter what time of day it is (more on that in a second), you’ll be able to enjoy looking out over the water. From the concept art, it looks like no matter where you’re sitting, you’ll get a great view of the water. The (Hinted At) Hours While we don’t have official hours for this spot, Disney has indicated that we’ll be able to “enjoy a nightcap” at Branch & Brush, which we’re hoping means this spot will be open decently late. ©bioreconstruct Most lounges in Disney World are open until about 11 PM or 12 AM, with the exception of the new Hurly-Burly lounge on Disney’s BoardWalk that’s open until 1 AM. Since this hotel will be decently far from others and won’t be immediately close to any of the parks (Magic Kingdom will be closest by boat), we’re hoping this hints that the lounge will be open pretty late into the evening. It’s one of our favorite ways to close out a great Disney day. The Decor Not only can we tell from the concept art that this lounge will be stunning, but from the details Disney has released, it seems like we’ll really have a lot to take in. Branch & Brush Concept Art ©Disney The lounge is inspired by the beauty of the changing seasons and will feature “rich colors, natural textures and an enchanting collection of artwork,” according to Disney. What’s really going to be the centerpiece of the space, and what we know will take our breath away, is going to be the color-changing chandelier that will cycle through the four seasons. You’ll be able to see it no matter where you are in the lounge, if the concept art stays true, and we’re so looking forward to seeing this in person in just a few months. Now, concept art can change, and we’ve seen it do so in the past, so keep that in mind! Lakeshore Lodge Concept Art ©Disney Don’t forget that reservations for Lakeshore Lodge open for Disney Vacation Club members starting on October 6th, Disney World Annual Passholders can make reservations beginning October 7th, and all guests can make reservations starting October 8th. We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB! We Are FREAKING OUT Over This NEW Look at Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge Hotel Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you planning to book a stay at this hotel? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Amazon Prime Big Deal Day is just around the corner, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some sneaky sales you can take advantage of right now! ©Amazon We found tons of different items that are on sale for the EARLY Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, and Disney Adults are not going to want to miss out on any of them. So, make sure to grab those wallets, because we have some online shopping to do. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We track the biggest and best Disney deals and put them in one place so you don’t have to do any of the work. We will be updating this list leading up to the sale and all throughout the sale. You can see over 100 Disney deals by clicking the button below! SEE OVER 100 disney deals ON AMAZON We’re big fans of this Disney Villains Cookbook — 51% OFF ©Amazon Cast some spells in the kitchen with this Disney Villains Cookbook! This thing is filled with recipes of all sorts of shapes, sizes, and tastes — 50 recipes to be exact. They’re all themed to some of your favorite Disney villains. Try Kronk’s Spinach Puffs, Gaston’s Chicken Drumsticks, Cruella Cookies, and many more. It’s the perfect cookbook for the Halloween season, and you can get it at a huge discount, as it’s currently 51% off! view ON AMAZON We love these Ceramic Disney Pots and Pans — 35% OFF ©Amazon Let’s stay in the kitchen for these Amazon deals, because we love this Farberware Disney Bon Voyage Ceramic Nonstick Pots and Pans Set! The set comes with two pots, a pan, a baking sheet/cookie pan, and Disney kitchen tools — a total of eight pieces. The Mickey Mouse pot handles are just an adorable touch. You can get the set for 35% off! view ON AMAZON Or, you can grab this Disney board game! — 35% OFF ©Amazon Get ready for family game night, kids versus parents style. Amazon has this “Beat the Parents” Disney Edition Game, and we can see Disney fans having fun with this one! Teams will go head-to-head, using their Disney knowledge for all sorts of challenges. With the holidays coming up, how could we say no to a new game?! Especially since it’s 35% off! view ON AMAZON Don’t forget about this Disney game! — 29% OFF ©Amazon If you’re having game night with family and friends, you’re going to need more options. Take a look at this Top Trumps Disney Classic Quiz Game! The game features 500 questions to put your Disney knowledge to the test. Check your memory on Frozen, Bambi, Encanto, and Ralph Breaks The Internet. The game is currently 29% off! view ON AMAZON Get this Cruella LEGO Set — 30% OFF ©Amazon LEGO collectors will want to check out this Disney Cruella De Vil’s Car LEGO Set! The iconic villain from 101 Dalmatians will be a great addition to any collection. The set comes with a minifigure of a puppy and Cruella herself. The set is listed at a good price, as it’s 30% off! view ON AMAZON Check out this Mickey Mouse Life360 — 30% OFF ©Amazon Amazon has this Life360 Tile Starter Pack featuring Mickey Mouse! These are Bluetooth trackers and item finders for things like keys, wallets, and more. These are both iOS- and Android-compatible. These are perfect for a Disney World vacation, since it’s easy to lose things in a busy place like that. You can grab the set for 30% off! view ON AMAZON We love the Simple Modern Disney Tote — 34% OFF ©Amazon We love this Simple Modern Rubber Tote Bag! While it may not be summer anymore, this waterproof tote bag is perfect for the beach or pool if you travel anywhere tropical for the holidays. The tote will fit all the essentials you need, plus it has a zipper pocket for those smaller valuables. The bag is currently 34% off! view ON AMAZON Or, you can grab these Disney Shirts ©Amazon Amazon also has these Disney Shirts on sale, and they’re the perfect Disney dad shirts! These shirts would make for a great outfit at Disney World, a day at home, out on the golf course, you name it. One shirt features an all-over print featuring Mickey Mouse, while the other one has a Mickey head on the top left side. The set is 19% off! view ON AMAZON Finally, there’s this WATERFLY Crossbody Bag ©Amazon Lastly, you can grab this WATERFLY Crossbody Sling Bag! This bag is built for traveling and hiking, which means it’s perfect for a trip to Disney World. This will hold all your essentials, like room keys, phone, wallet, and more. The bag comes in teal blue, which is such a nice look. You can get the bag for 22% off! view ON AMAZON Use the button below to check out our storefront! We’re constantly tracking ALL the deals, and it’s seriously such an amazing resource to make sure you don’t miss anything. View OVER 100 Disney deals on Amazon We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

Ready to save some money on some Disney souvenirs?! Me too! And there are currently some AMAZING deals on Amazon for 50% off — some even OVER 50% off! ©Amazon From Loungefly backpacks to cookbooks to bedtime stories, you need to grab these deals before they’re gone, and they’re WAY too good to pass up! Let’s check them out! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. YES! This Loungefly Is Really 50% Off! ©Amazon Fans of Lilo & Stitch are really going to love this deal because the Loungefly Disney Lilo & Stitch Leroy Mini Backpack is currently 50% off! This backpack features Experiment 629 in all of his glory, including some 3-D elements, like his ears, antennas, and extra arms! A graphic of him is also shown on the back, and the inside features a pattern of him in different poses! view ON AMAZON Get Your Holiday Cooking Started With This Cookbook ©Amazon It may be October, but the holidays are coming up FAST! What better way to prepare than by cooking some of your favorite Disney dishes with The Unofficial Disney Parks Holiday Cookbook! Featuring both savory and sweet options, this cookbook includes 100 dishes inspired by Disney’s holiday celebrations and events! The hardcover version is currently 51% off, while the spiral-bound version is 56% off and the Kindle version is 48% off! view ON AMAZON Channel Your Inner Villain With This Cookbook! ©Amazon Not ready for the holidays just yet but still want to get some cooking done? Grab the Disney Villains Cookbook instead! The hardcover version is currently 48% off, making it under $10! This book features 50 beginner-friendly recipes, including dishes like Kronk’s Spinach Puffs, Gaston’s Chicken Drumsticks, Cruella Cookies, and many more! Grab it for yourself or a wicked loved one in your life! view ON AMAZON Make Story Time More Fun With These 5-Minute Stories! ©Amazon 56% off? YES PLEASE! The 5-Minute Disney Junior Mickey Story Book includes 12 stories about Mickey and his friends! Follow along on the adventures from Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Mickey and the Roadster Races, and Mickey Mouse Mixed-Up Adventures that are each the perfect length for reading aloud in five minutes! view ON AMAZON Let The Kids Have Their Own Amazon Echo! ©Amazon The Echo Pop Kids Smart Speaker is currently 56% off for a limited time! This speaker is designed for kids, so it offers age-appropriate listening, with audiobooks and music. Requested songs from Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, or Pandora are filtered for explicit lyrics, and with Amazon Kids+, kids can listen to popular books from Disney, fiction classics from authors like Beverly Cleary, or kid-friendly non-fiction titles and biographies. view ON AMAZON This Hairbrush and Headband Set Is Just $5! ©Amazon The Alice in Wonderland LUV Her Kids Hairbrush and Headband Set is currently 50% off, making it just $5! Both the brush and the headband are purple, and the back of the brush features Alice surrounded by white daisies. The set also comes in a The Little Mermaid design, which is currently 47% off. view ON AMAZON We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

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Are you ready to let the good times roll? We are! We love to celebrate Mardi Gras at Universal Orlando, and Universal goes BIG for the festive occasion with an opportunity to do a lot of Mardi Gras activities you might only find in New Orleans, like catching beads, singing along with live concerts, enjoying a fun Mardi Gras parade, and so much more. Prince Gator Of course, the Mardi Gras celebration at Universal Orlando also includes FOOD (aka our favorite thing) and brings some cool food booths to the festival. So, if you’re wondering when you’ll be able to celebrate Mardi Gras in 2027 at Universal Orlando, we’ve got dates for you! The 2027 Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval will begin on February 6th and run through March 27th, so you’ll have plenty of time to check it out. You don’t even need a special ticket to experience it…your ticket to Universal Studios Florida will get you in. So you just need to visit Universal Studios Florida during that time. King Cake Mardi Gras includes a lot of fun activities, like seeing a parade with some INCREDIBLE Mardi Gras floats. These colorful flots are inspired by New Orleans Mardi Gras parades and include traditions like masks, feathers, beads, doubloons, and jazzy music. Universal Mardi Gras float Mardi Gras also brings some special live performances to Universal on select nights at the Music Plaza Stage. Past performers have included Kaskade, Joey Fatone (NSYNC) & AJ McLean (Backstreet Boys), Bebe Rexha, The All-American Rejects, RuPaul, and more. Kaskade at Mardi Gras Of course, you can’t leave a Mardi Gras celebration without feasting on some New Orleans-inspired food. A variety of food booths will be set up around the park serving up classics like beignets, king cake, red beans and rice, Pimm’s cup, and more. Beignets You’ll also be able to purchase special Mardi Gras merchandise to take home with you so you can remember the Carnaval forever. You’ll be able to grab themed apparel, accessories, pins, drinkware, and more. Fun shirt Want to be a part of the celebration? Universal offers a Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine Experience where you can get a three-course dinner and ride on one of the Mardi Gras floats during the parade. Universal will reveal more details about this special offering at a later date. You could ride on a float! So mark those dates and get ready to party! We’ll keep an eye out for more Universal Orlando news, so stay tuned to DFB for more. I Spent $58 On This For Epic Universe, and I’d Do It Again in a Heartbeat 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 you be visiting Universal Orlando for Mardi Gras in 2027? Share your plans in the comments! View the full article