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There’s a special holiday coming to Disney World, but we’re not talking about Halloween this time! Instead, we’re preparing to celebrate World Princess Week across the Disney World parks and resorts. So far, we’ve tried some color-changing mousse and even a mermaid-themed milkshake, but now we’re back to celebrate another classic Disney princess. Hi, Belle! Although Belle is typically known to hang out in EPCOT and Magic Kingdom, we found a NEW Beauty and the Beast-inspired beverage over at Disney’s Hollywood Studios — right across from the Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage show! So, is this new drink worth a visit to Disney’s Hollywood Studios? Let’s find out! We visited Fairfax Fare to try the new Cup of Enchantment drink for $6.99. It’s made with cranberry and passion fruit-orange-guava juices and is topped with yellow shimmer and strawberry boba pearls. Basically, this is like a variation of the beloved POG juice Disney fans know and love, but instead of pineapple, we tasted a splash of cranberry juice and a hint of passion fruit flavor. Cup of Enchantment As expected, this was a tropical little drink with lots of fruity juices. We enjoyed giving this a chance — the strawberry boba added a nice, mild yet sweet and juicy flavor. Fair warning, though, the ice melts fast and waters down the drink pretty quickly. (To be fair, the drink seemed pretty watery, to begin with.) Our biggest complaint? We didn’t see ANY of that promised yellow shimmer in our drink! If Mrs. Potts was running this operation, we know she wouldn’t let that slide. The perfect drink to enjoy while you catch the show! Listen, this is a simple drink; if you like POG juice (or any tropical juice, really), you will probably like this drink. Just be careful with that straw — it’s hard to suck the boba pearls up with the juice! If you’re more of a Blue Milk person, save your snack time for a trip to Galaxy’s Edge. Do you like boba? With such a fancy name, how can you not be at least a little intrigued by this drink, right? In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Click here to see the FULL list of World Princess Week treats 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Would you try this new drink? Let us know in the comments! The post Could Disney World's NEW Drink Rival POG Juice? 😱 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Things are always changing in Disney World, especially in EPCOT. Japan Pavilion in EPCOT The park is undergoing a HUGE transformation, which has already brought us a new restaurant AND RIDE and will be bringing a new Moana-themed attraction soon. But World Showcase is also getting some love with a new restaurant coming to the Japan Pavilion. Ahead of that restaurant’s opening, though, the Japan Pavilion just recently got a bit of a makeover. If you’re planning a trip to EPCOT and are looking for some fun places to explore, we highly recommend checking out the Japan Pavilion. It’s got an awesome store, plenty of good food, and some stunning architecture. Over near Teppan Edo, we saw some new artwork on the walls, and we’ll just tell you now, it’s BEAUTIFUL. One of the murals shows a scene amongst some cherry blossom trees where animals are going about their daily lives. We could stare at these panels all day; they’re so blissful and serene. So pretty We especially love this detail of a fox practicing his Japanese writing with pen and ink while another older fox seems to be going over his work. Foxes Another mural shows a waterfront with boats on the water while fireworks are going off in the background. A pair of rabbits are hanging out on the bridge. Fireworks Meanwhile, a trio of frogs are dancing. We wonder what they’re celebrating. They look so happy! Dancing frogs If you happen to visit the Japan pavilion anytime soon, we recommend taking a moment to admire this new artwork. It’s certainly beautiful and sets the scene for the entire pavilion. Sometimes you just have to stop for a while and admire the details, right? That’s especially true in Disney World, where little details like this are EVERYWHERE. We’ll keep an eye out for more changes in Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for more. When are you headed to Disney World next? Have you checked out our line of fun graphic tees to wear on your trip? We’ve designed some for the whole family – from infants to adults! Click here to check them out! 18 Upcoming Dates to AVOID EPCOT 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of these new murals? Let us know in the comments! The post A Blissful NEW Addition Just Arrived at EPCOT — And We Love It! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Is it too early to start saying goodbye to summer crowds? Magic Kingdom crowds in June 2023 Disney World has experienced some really heavy crowds all through July and with the start of EPCOT’s International Food & Wine Festival. We would expect those crowds to start winding down as we enter August and back-to-school season starts, but we saw wait times holding pretty steady this week in Disney World. Magic Kingdom Starting in Magic Kingdom, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train had the longest average wait time of 83 minutes. Last week the average wait time was 67 minutes and the week before that it was 69 minutes, so the time jumped back up this week. Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Next, Peter Pan’s Flight averaged 72 minutes, Space Mountain averaged 56 minutes, and Jungle Cruise averaged 45 minutes. Average wait times held at Haunted Mansion at 45 minutes, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at 40 minutes tied with Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin, followed by The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh at 32 minutes, Astro Orbiter, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Enchanted Tales with Belle all tied averaging 30 minutes each. Winnie the Pooh After that, “It’s a Small World” averaged 24 minutes, closely followed by Tomorrowland Speedway and Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini both at 20 minutes, Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid rounded out at 19 minutes, while Magic Carpets of Aladdin, and Dumbo the Flying Elephant averaged at 15 minutes. Mickey’s PhilharMagic averaged 14 minutes, Tomorrowland Transit Authority Peoplemover averaged 13 minutes, Enchanted Tiki Room averaged 12 minutes, and Mad Tea Party faired at 10 minutes. Magic Carpets of Aladdin Prince Charming Regal Carousel averaged just under a 10-minute wait with 9-minutes closely followed by Hall of Presidents at an average 7-minute wait, while Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse, Carousel of Progress, and Liberty Square Riverboat all tied at 5-minute average wait times. Raft to Tom Sawyer Island The Country Bear Jamboree, and Tom Sawyer Island were walk-ons this week. Watch Out for 3 Ride and Restaurant CLOSURES in Magic Kingdom and EPCOT EPCOT Heading over to EPCOT, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure had an average wait time of 66 minutes — this is an increase compared to last week’s average of 56 minutes. Frozen Ever After’s wait time also increased slightly to 65 minutes still reigning as the highest average wait times in the park. Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind Next up is Test Track at 60 minutes, Soarin’ at 32 minutes, Mission: SPACE at 22 minutes, Turtle Talk with Crush at 15 minutes, and Spaceship Earth at 14 minutes. Test Track Then, Journey into Imagination averaged 13 minutes, followed by The Seas with Nemo and Friends at 11 minutes, Gran Fiesta Tour at 9 minutes, Living with the Land at 8 minutes, and Awesome Planet at 2 minutes. FIGMENT Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival, Impressions de France, and Reflections of China had no wait times this week. NEW Additions Arrive in EPCOT, And They Could Make Disney Fans Angry… Hollywood Studios This week, Slinky Dog Dash darted out as the most popular ride clocking an average wait time of 98 minutes making it the highest in all of Disney World. Rise of the Resistance averaged 77 minutes. Rock n Rollercoaster averaged a 70-minute wait time this week. Slinky Dog Dash Other wait times in the park include Toy Story Mania at 62 minutes, Millenium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run at 60 minutes, then Tower of Terror and Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway tied at 57 minutes. Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run After that, Alien Swirling Saucers averaged 31 minutes, Walt Disney Presents, Star Tours — The Adventure Continues, and Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy all averaged 17 minutes, while Muppet*Vision 3D averaged only 10 minutes. Chip and Dale Put On a Dramatic Show in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Today Animal Kingdom But the most change we saw out of any park came from Animal Kingdom by far! Avatar Flight of Passage still had the longest average wait time for this park this week with 84 minutes just barely missing that top spot of all the parks. This means the time went back up again from the previous weeks were averaging around the high 70s. Na’vi River Journey boats Following that, Na’vi River Journey at 66 minutes, Kali River Rapids at 41 minutes, Expedition Everest at 32 minutes, Kilimanjaro Safaris at 26 minutes, and DINOSAUR at 25 minutes. Kilimanjaro Safaris It’s Tough to Be a Bug averaged 10 minutes and Triceratop Spin averaged 6 minutes. Both The Boneyard and Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail were walk-ons. Everyone Can Go Home. This NEW Animal Kingdom Addition Just Won the Whole Week. As fall approaches and we see more crowds move out back home returning to school and work, we’ll keep watching the crowd levels, wait times, Genie+ prices, park pass availability, and more — that way, you’ll know what to expect on your next vacation! Jungle Cruise Stay tuned to DFB for more updates from Disney World! Disney Dining Reservations Have Completely Changed: Here’s How to Make It Work for You Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Do you think we’ll continue to see a decrease in crowds as summer winds down? Tell us when your favorite time to visit Disney World is in the comments below! The post Disney World Crowds Aren’t Moving The Way You Think They Should first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are there just some rides in Magic Kingdom that are non-negotiable every time you visit? Pirates of the Caribbean We know we prefer a lot of the classic rides. We can’t imagine not riding Jungle Cruise, Space Mountain, or “it’s a small world” (hey, don’t judge us! We LOVE that song). Another classic that we can rely on is Pirates of the Caribbean, except, well, that ride has been particularly UNRELIABLE recently. So what’s going on with Pirates of the Caribbean? Okay, so Pirates of the Caribbean has been closed a LOT lately, likely due to some kind of technical issue. On Friday, August 4th, the ride was down for much of the day. Well, the next day, August 5th, the ride was down ALL day, and Cast Members informed us it was because of technical difficulties. Pirates is closed We also noticed the ride was closed for an extended period of time on Monday, July 31st. Closed on Monday We did ask several Cast Members if they had an idea of what the problem is or what’s going on with Pirates of the Caribbean, but we were told that no one really knows. At least he seems unbothered by all the closures So what does this mean? Well, it means that if Pirates of the Caribbean is one of your “must-dos,” you may end up missing out if it’s still having problems on the day you visit Magic Kingdom. We remember similar issues with Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster in Disney’s Hollywood Studios before it closed for a refurbishment (it has since reopened), so we wouldn’t be surprised if Pirates of the Caribbean gets some refurbishment love soon. We’ll try to get more details and keep an eye on the situation, so stay tuned to DFB for more. When are you headed to Disney World next? Have you checked out our line of fun graphic tees to wear on your trip? We’ve designed some for the whole family – from infants to adults! Click here to check them out! 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you missed out on a chance to ride Pirates of the Caribbean recently due to a closure? Let us know in the comments! The post Why You Can’t Count on Pirates of the Caribbean in Disney World These Days first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When it comes to the Disney parks, things are constantly changing and evolving! Space 220 From ride refurbishments, to new restaurants, to hotel changes, and more, things tend to move pretty quickly around the Disney parks. The changes aren’t always popular, but sometimes Disney totally NAILS IT and rolls out an update that gets overwhelming applause from the fans! And so far, that seems to be the case with a recent update to the process of dining reservations! In the past, when searching for Advance Dining Reservations on the Disney World or Disneyland websites or apps, guests were limited to searching by specific periods of dining times. Crystal Palace This often led to A LOT of clicking around. For example, when trying to make a breakfast reservation, you might need to switch between searching for “breakfast” versus “8AM” or other specific times until THE reservation time you want pops up. Skillet But the new dining reservation change Disney is rolling out eliminates that issue, making it WAY easier to pick the best time for you without having to tweak the timing options! With the update, you’ll actually be able to see ALL of the available dining reservations for the restaurant and timeframe you’re looking at. ©Disney This change is applicable for both Disney World AND Disneyland, and you’ll see the expanded lists of times whether you’re booking on the website or the app! All Day! We immediately started daydreaming about how much easier this will make our future hunts for dining reservations, but we wanted to hear from our readers about their thoughts as well! We asked our Instagram followers to weigh in on their reaction to the new dining reservation change, and the results are in — 81% of respondents said that they LOVE this update too! It Looks Like the Change is Popular! If you’re hesitant about the change — OR excited and ready to maximize the new feature — we’ve got a post breaking down EVERYTHING you need to know about the update and how to use it! Dining Room at Cinderella’s Royal Table As always, we’ll continue to be on the lookout for more dining news around the Disney parks, from new menu items to restaurant refurbs, and more, so stay tuned to DFB for more tips and tricks on how to knock out all of your bucket list dining experiences! 92% of Fans Think Disney’s Making the Wrong Move With This Strategy 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you excited about the new dining reservation change? Share your thoughts in the comments! The post 81% of Disney Fans Actually LOVE This Recent Change first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It seems that every single day, something NEW is happening at Disney World! Magic Kingdom We can hardly keep up with all of the new merchandise, snacks, and changes that take place in the parks, restaurants, and hotels. Some weeks in particular, though, are a bit more hectic than others when it comes to big changes and updates. Well, folks, this was one of those weeks. It’s true. We feel like Disney BOMBARDED US with changes and updates this week. Here’s the thing, though. We aren’t mad about it! Nope, all of these changes and updates have us feeling SO excited for what’s to come. So, if you’re looking for a few reasons to get excited, too, keep on reading! Halloween Merchandise Has Arrived! So, we know we’ve already talked a lot about Halloween merchandise popping up here and there in the parks and online. However, MORE has arrived to Magic Kingdom and Disney Springs. Like, we’re talking a plethora of Halloween merch. Happy Halloween! It’s like the Halloween fairy came and visited the Emporium and World of Disney, and we’re so here for it. You can check out all the new merch we saw by clicking here! Halloween DECOR has arrived to Magic Kingdom! Similarly, Halloween decorations are now lining the buildings on Main Street, U.S.A.. These started to pop up starting July 31st. Halloween is here! Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party starts Friday, August 11th, so these decorations really aren’t that early if ya think about it. There’s a NEW Peanut Butter snack in EPCOT. Sunshine Seasons is a great place to stop for an afternoon sweet treat in EPCOT. This week, we noticed that an all-new Peanut Butter Whoopie Pie made its way onto the menu, and it definitely didn’t disappoint. Peanut Butter Whoopie Pie This is a Chocolate Whoopie Pie with Peanut Butter Filling and Shaved Chocolate Pieces around the outside, topped with Whipped Cream and Powdered Sugar. It’s $4.29 and was sent straight from heaven. The peanut butter had a whipped consistency and it was delicious. Try it if you find yourself at EPCOT soon! There’s a new The Little Mermaid snack in Disney Springs! Over at Marketplace Snacks in Disney Springs, the Little Mermaid Bubble Waffle Sundae is now available for $8.99. Little Mermaid Waffle Sundae This is a new sundae that features vanilla soft-serve in a bubble waffle, topped with rock candy, green apple sauce, pineapple wedges, and a chocolate garnish. If you love a SUPER sweet dessert, this could be the one for you. WHAT'S NEW AT DISNEY? Check out our daily updates on all the happenings around Disney World and Disneyland! Magic Kingdom EPCOT Hollywood Studios Animal Kingdom Disney Hotels Disney Springs Disneyland Well folks, there you have it! If you’re looking for more updates, there are plenty where that came from. We keep up with all the updates in all the Disney World parks, so make sure to check those out below! Stay tuned to DFB and follow along for more! Looking for more Halloween news? Look no further! Click here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Which of these updates are you MOST excited about? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney OVERWHELMED Us This Week. Here's What's New! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ll have to say this: Salt & Straw in Disney Springs has a special way of coming up with VERY creative ice cream flavors. Salt & Straw There was that time that we ate Salt & Straw’s BUG ice cream. The Goat Cheese Habanero Ice Cream was also an interesting twist. We even ate Deviled Egg Ice Cream. But this month’s Salt & Straw flavors have us wondering exactly just WHERE these ideas for ice cream flavors are coming from. So let’s just start with what might be the most…interesting…flavor Salt & Straw has released yet. This month is the Picnic Series, and the star of that series is Chocolate Potato Salad. Yep, chocolate potato salad ice cream. It’s a spiced mustard ice cream seasoned with paprika, celery seed, and dill, plus potato chip cookies and a ripple of chocolate fudge. Because why not? ©Salt & Straw This flavor makes the rest of the flavors seem rather plain in comparison. However, you will also be able to get Pink Rosé & Watermelon Sorbet, a returning flavor made with a ripe watermelon and rosé punch drizzled with house-made raspberry rosé jam. Pink Rose and Watermelon Sorbet Also returning is the Baked Brie & Fig Cheesecake, made with a whipped brie cheesecake baked onto a candied Ritz cracker crust, with dark ribbons of thick fig jam mixed into salted sweet cream ice cream. Baked Brie and Fig Cheesecake The Cinnamon Fried Chicken is also coming back for this series. It’s made with torn fresh croissants deep-fried with chicken fat and then churned into salted vanilla ice cream with a touch of cinnamon, honey, and spices. Fried chicken ice cream! The final flavor of the month is also back again. You’ll be able to grab the Sour Cherry Pie, which is made with a scoop of cherry pie (with cherries hand-candied with amaretto) with chunks of almond flour pie crust in a salted vanilla ice cream. Sour Cherry Pie Like we said, most of these flavors are returning, and you can read our reviews of those here. However, the Chocolate Potato Salad is a new flavor, and dare we say, we’re intrigued. These flavors will be available throughout August. WE KNOW – there are SO many great snacks at Disney World! How do you choose (we don’t want to choose but will blow our budget on Day 1 otherwise)? We’ve got you covered! We have reviewed nearly EVERY snack available at Disney World, and we’ve written a series of DFB Guides about them! DFB Guide and Snacks Bundle Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. You can even download them to your smartphone – it’ll be like we’re right there with you in the parks! The Kitchen Sink & More of the BEST Ice Cream 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you tried Salt & Straw yet? What did you think? Let us know in the comments! The post Potato Salad Ice Cream Exists in Disney World, and We Need to Lie Down Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Have you ever dreamed of visiting Disney’s Aulani Resort? Aulani Resort Well now might be a great time to go, given recent discounts for rooms at Aulani, the recent CHEAP airline deal with Hawaiian Airlines, or the Disney Vacation Club deals Disney often offers. However, if you are going to Aulani soon, there’s an important update you’ll need to know about. If you have a stay booked at Disney’s Aulani Resort for October 2023, you’ll need to know that Ka Maka Pool and Grotto, which includes the Ka Maka whirlpool spa, will be closed from October 9th through 28th. ©Disney However, all Aulani guests will still have access to the Waikolohe Pool and Stream, the resort’s two waters slides, the multiple whirlpool spas, Keiki Cove splash zone, and Wailana Pool. Wailana Pool ©Disney Disney has also warned guests that they may see or hear construction work during the day at the resort, but that noise should not be heard between dusk and 8AM. Guests wishing to modify their reservations are urged to contact their travel professional. Mickey in Hawaii! In the meantime, if you’re looking for details about dining at Disney’s Aulani Resort, check out the following posts: What It’s Like To Dine at Disney Aulani’s Makahiki Restaurant What to Expect from Ulu Cafe at Disney’s Aulani Resort REVIEW: Off The Hook at Disney’s Aulani Resort REVIEW: ’AMA ’AMA at Disney’s Aulani Resort We’ll keep an eye out for more updates from Disney’s Aulani Resort, as well as other Disney properties and resorts, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Need a new graphic tee (uh, when don’t you need a new graphic tee!)? We’re dropping new Disney-themed designs! Click here to see ‘em! Here’s The Latest DISCOUNT Announced for Disney’s Aulani Resort 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 http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg Have you ever visited Disney’s Aulani Resort? Let us know in the comments! The post IMPORTANT Refurbishment Update Announced at Disney’s Aulani Resort first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

One of the most unique things to do in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is eat and drink all the space-themed snacks and drinks. Where else can you get blue milk?! Milk Stand in Disney World Some of those snacks and drinks are real hits with us, too. We’ll never pass up a Ronto Wrap. We also like to order a Cold Brew Black Caf as an afternoon pick-me-up. Sometimes we even pop over to Kat Saka’s Kettle for some unique popcorn mixes. Well, there’s a NEW drink now available in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and well, we have some thoughts to share about it. Meet the Tenoo Swirl Crunchies Cereal, which is Tenoo Swirl Crunchies Cereal topped with raspberry jelly and mini rainbow crunchy candies. We’ve previously tried this drink over in Disneyland on May the Fourth, but now it’s finally available in Disney World. The Tenoo Swirl Crunchies Cereal in Disneyland Resort on May the Fourth It’s served with the infamous Blue Milk. So here’s the thing — this is NOT cereal — it’s candy. By the way, if you’re unfamiliar with Tenoo, it’s where the Jedi temple is located in the new animated series Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. So maybe in Tenoo, cereal is just really candy. Tenoo Swirl Crunchies Cereal So yes, this is like drinkable candy. The flavor even reminds us of Nerd Ropes. There were a LOT of the little candies in there, too, (Nerds), so it makes sense that this is a VERY sweet drink. We also liked how the raspberry jelly paired with that sweetness, so you get both sweet and tart flavors. It’s not cereal The Blue Milk also acts as a nice base, especially as it’s not super sweet on its own. This drink was fruity and almost tropical but still has that galaxy far, far away vibe. But again, it’s VERY VERY sweet. Kids are going to LOVE this. But we’ll warn you: they may be bouncing off the walls after drinking it. It’s candy You can grab it now at the Milk Stand for $9.99. We will say that we think this price is a bit high considering you don’t get a lot of the drink, but if drinking something sugary in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is on your bucket list, you know where to go. We’ll keep trying out ALL the new snacks and drinks in Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for more. WE KNOW – there are SO many great snacks at Disney World! How do you choose (we don’t want to choose but will blow our budget on Day 1 otherwise)? We’ve got you covered! We have reviewed nearly EVERY snack available at Disney World, and we’ve written a series of DFB Guides about them! DFB Guide and Snacks Bundle Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. You can even download them to your smartphone – it’ll be like we’re right there with you in the parks! How To Get On Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance — Tips and Tricks Want MORE Details About Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge? Click HERE for All the News About Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge — Including Our REVIEWS! See How to Build Your Own Droid at Droid Depot Dream of Building Your Own Custom Lightsaber? See How to Do It! Everything You Need to Know About Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance! Get Full Details About Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run See More About Oga’s Cantina and Check Out Our Reviews! Check Out Galaxy’s Edge Tips and SECRETS Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge news right in your inbox! Click Here to Subscribe! What’s your favorite Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge snack or drink? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney UPGRADED the Blue Milk in Hollywood Studios With…Jelly?! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are a few reasons why you might need to LEAVE the Disney World parks in the middle of the day. Animal Kingdom Maybe you’ve got a dining reservation at one of the resorts or Disney Springs that you can’t miss. Maybe you’ve got some little ones who need a nap at the hotel and some cool-down time at the pool. Or maybe, you’re not prepared to stick it out when bad weather starts rolling your way! We typically encourage our readers to pack rain gear for the parks, no matter what time of year you’re visiting, and keep on trucking when it starts storming. Usually, the wait times will go down as people file out of the park to avoid getting wet, and you’ll still be able to have some (slightly damp!) fun. That’s why it’s important to be prepared! And part of being prepared means having the right tools at your disposal. Rainy day in Hollywood Studios You’ve got to pack those ponchos, rain jackets, and umbrellas, but besides all that, it’s important to have a great weather app on your phone — preferably one with radar. (Sometimes Apple’s Weather app just doesn’t cut it!) So today we’re rounding up our picks for some of the BEST weather apps to help save your day in Disney World. The Weather Channel First up, we’ve got The Weather Channel app. This app proclaims that it is the “world’s most accurate forecaster” so you should be set up for success! You can get The Weather Channel app for free and it comes with radar, weather alerts, weather news, allergen breakdowns, and more. ©Apple Forecasts are available for up to 15 days in advance and you can personalize your weather alerts so you get notified of things that are most important to you. Also, you can check a 15-minute forecast for rain intensity up to 7 hours in the future. That’s handy for knowing if you’re dealing with some sprinkles or a serious downpour. WeatherBug — Weather Forecast One of the other more popular free apps is WeatherBug! It offers local radar, a live map, and alerts for weather in your area. You can sort forecasts by current, hourly, or 10-day, and you can also check out 18 different weather maps, including those for Doppler radar, lightning, wind, temperature, pressure, humidity, and more. ©Apple This app shares specific data on lightning forecasts, hurricane predictions, and fire risks, as well as winter weather. (Though that last one isn’t as much of a risk in Disney World!) AccuWeather: Weather Alerts Finally, let’s talk about AccuWeather! This app is highly rated and like the others, it comes with multi-day forecasts and Doppler radar so you can follow the storms as they approach. You can get it for free as well. ©Apple You can set up alerts for bad weather coming your way, and the app even comes with satellite imagery so that you can watch the weather patterns from space! Current conditions maps will show real-feel temperatures and conditions in your area, which will be very helpful when deciding what to wear on your theme park day. Rainy Day in Magic Kingdom So there you go — three different options that could help you out significantly during your Disney World vacation! We’ll keep you updated with any major weather alerts like hurricanes as well, so stay tuned to DFB. We’ve got all the best tips for your Disney World vacation! The Craziest Flooding We’ve Ever Seen in Disney World — Click Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever experienced bad weather in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post Give Us Two Minutes -- We’ll Fix Your Entire Disney World Day first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You’ll want to look at your park plans for Disney’s Hollywood Studios tomorrow and maybe do some readjusting! Tower of Terror Every time we turn around it seems like another change has hit the Disney World parks. While we’re not strangers to things like construction on attractions or even the quiet menu changes lately, this following change could really throw a wrench in your plans for the day if you’re not aware! Disney’s Hollywood Studios is known for some banger rides and attractions, and Fantasmic! — the park’s nighttime spectacular — is no exception. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Visitors looking to catch the nightly performance of Fantasmic! should note that Disney changed the start time for the show starting tomorrow August 6th, 2023. The current start time for the show through the summer has been 9PM, but it will be moving to 9:30PM on Tuesday. ©Disney As a reminder the show typically does fill up and with the push to a later start time, you might want to give yourself time in your personal plans to comfortably pick out your place in line and enjoy the show. Of course, there’s also an option to grab a Fantasmic! Dining Package at select restaurants in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, in case you want to guarantee seating for the show! For the latest in Disney news, keep following us at Disney Food Blog! Haunted Mansion CHANGE Hints at Hatbox Ghost Arrival 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Do you stop to watch Fantasmic at the end of your day in Disney’s Hollywood Studios? Tell us why or why not in the comments below! The post ALERT! Fantasmic Showtimes CHANGE Tomorrow in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We know there are a LOT of Stitch fans out there. It’s Stitch! Okay, it’s us. Yes, we celebrated 626 Day with some fun merchandise and new treats at Disney World. But we celebrate Stitch year-round, which means we’re keeping an eye out for new Stitch merchandise pretty much all the time. Well, some new Stitch merchandise JUST dropped, and we’re about to practically hand our wallets over to Disney. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get the Stitch Bookend Set ©Dsiney Stitch has split himself into two pieces just to hold up your books! We think this is cute, but at the same time, seeing Stitch in two pieces is also a little creepy, but yep, we still want these bookends. These can be used for books, DVDs, CDs, or just to have for a little decoration! View on shopDisney Buy the Scrump Mini Figure by Jim Shore ©Disney For those of you who love Jim Shore figures, you can get an adorable Scrump, which was Lilo’s favorite toy in Lilo & Stitch. This figure has been hand-painted and crafted from high-quality stone resin. View on shopDisney Buy the Stitch Aloha Figure ©Disney Stitch is ready to hang 10 in his tropical swim shorts in this charming figure. This fully sculpted figurine is hand-crafted and painted in stone resin and is part of the Disney Showcase Collection by Enesco. View on shopDisney Get the Stitch Pineapple Chalice ©Disney Take your summer drinks up a level by drinking them out of this chalice, which has a body shaped like a pineapple with Stitch clinging to it. The goblet features a stainless steel insert, which means it’s actually usable, but this could also be a nice home accent. View on shopDisney Buy the Lilo & Stitch Cardigan ©BoxLunch Get ready for fall weather with the perfect cardigan, which mimics Lilo’s dress and has both Lilo and Stitch on it. This cardigan has a ribbed hem and borders. View on BoxLunch Get the Lilo & Stitch Knit Tank Top ©BoxLunch Rev up your summer and rep Lilo & Stitch with this red knit cardigan that has Stitch on it with his ukelele. The top features a ribbed hem and straps. View on BoxLunch Buy the Lilo & Stitch Pineapple Kitchen Towel Set ©Hot Topic Brighten up your kitchen and bring some Hawaii to it with this cute towel set that features Stitch inside a pineapple, just being himself. The towels also say, “Aloha.” View on Hot Topic Get the Lilo & Stitch Tonal Icons Throw Blanket Gift Box ©Hot Topic Cuddle up with this super soft throw that features a muted tropical pattern with Stitch’s face all over it. It also comes in a gift box, so it makes a great gift, too, for that Stitch lover in your life. View on Hot Topic Buy the Stitch Skeleton Stitch Glow-In-The-Dark Lip Balm ©Hot Topic Get ready for spooky season with this Lip Balm that comes in a case with Stitch dressed as a skeleton on it. It even glows in the dark. The lip balm is vanilla-scented, too. View on Hot Topic Buy the Stitch Skeleton Stitch Eyeshadow & Highlighter Palette ©Hot Topic There’s also a Stitch Skeleton eyeshadow palette that comes in a glow-in-the-dark box. Inside the palette, you’ll find 10 shimmer and matte shadows and one highlighter, plus an interior mirror. View on Hot Topic So if you can’t get enough of Stitch, be sure to grab these fun items as soon as you can. We’ll also keep an eye out for more Stitch merchandise, so stay tuned to DFB for more. While you’re in the shopping mood…have you checked our DFB exclusive graphic tees and merch? It’s super fun stuff to wear to the parks, or to rep your happy place at the grocery store! Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! 626 FREE Disney Stitch Wallpapers for Your Phone (We Might’ve Exaggerated A Bit) 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW How much Stitch merchandise do you have? Let us know in the comments! The post There’s NO Way You Can Pass Up These New Stitch Souvenirs Online first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Can you believe it’s the weekend already?! Time for some shopping! How are the weekend plans looking? Is the family throwing down for game night tonight? Are you getting your eat and drink on at EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival? Already have the essentials? Whatever’s on the docket, we’re back with your favorite Disney items that are on sale right now. Let’s have a look together! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. First, if you’re not an Amazon Prime member, you can start your free trial by clicking the link below and save some coin in the process! No let’s take a look at the deals, shall we? Grab this Disney Mickey And Friends Minnie Mouse Tie Dye T-Shirt for 17% Off. ©Amazon If you’re heading to the parks and in need of a new shirt for the trip, how about this one? View on Amazon This American Tourister Disney Minnie Mouse Luggage Tag is 24% Off. ©Amazon While we’re talking about Minnie, your suitcase will thank you if you tag it with this one! View on Amazon Check Out These Cartoon Engraved Smart Watch Bands! ©Amazon Don’t let your watch feel left out. How about upgrading it with a new band? View on Amazon Have You Seen These Disney100 Collectible Postcards? ©Amazon Put the phone down and send your loved one a postcard! View on Amazon Get this Little Golden Book for Halloween! ©Amazon If you’re on the lookout for a new book to read with the little one, how about this Haunted Mansion one? View on Amazon Grab this Funko Pop! Star Wars Advent Calendar for 64% Off! ©Amazon We usually see advent calendars selling out early in the season, so it might be best to plan ahead! View on Amazon We’ll continue to keep you updated with any and all Disney news and updates, so make sure to follow along for more. Click here to view our Amazon Storefront! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be picking up any of these? Let us know in the comments! The post 6 Disney Deals From Amazon To Make Your Weekend 106% Better! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video covering all the latest Disney news! Ain’t she a beaut? Disney released a new dining reservation update that will help make it easier to snag those hard-to-get reservations, there’s a new discount ticket to Disney World, some more holiday news, and lots of princess-themed snacks. Lots of Disney parks news is coming at you right now. Check out all of the week’s big news in our video below! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/subscribe.png So check out the video and then let us know: Which Disney news of the week are you the most excited about? The post DFB Video: Latest Disney News: Dining Reservation Update, Discount Tickets, Holiday Announcements, New Snacks first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World can be confusing even for the most seasoned visitors. Walt Disney World One thing that a lot of people can struggle with is the seemingly endless array of options when it comes to Disney World hotels. There are so many to pick from, each with different themes, different price points, and different perks. You might have certain perceptions about some of the hotels based on what you’ve seen or what friends have said. But, some Disney World hotels can be totally misunderstood, making the whole picking-the-right-hotel process even MORE complicated. But today we’re here to break down a few hotel misconceptions. Taking these misconceptions into consideration — and acknowledging that they’re misconceptions — can aid in your decision on where to stay during your next Disney World vacation. It might also inspire you to go outside of your usual Disney routine and try something new! Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground is more than just a place to put a tent. Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground is often VERY misunderstood in the sense that many people forget that there IS more than just a campground here! Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground Sure, you can go camping here and pitch that tent. You can also bring your RV or stay in a cabin. And yes, you can roast some marshmallows too. BUT did you know that you can also explore various unique dining options here — including a much-beloved dinner show with some EPIC fried chicken (Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue)… Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue Dinner Show …and a Quick Service location that just got a menu OVERAUL?! NEW EATS at Trail’s End! PLUS, there are some incredibly unique activities you can participate in here like horseback riding, archery, and even mining for gemstones?! Archery There are lots of recreation options here too. You can bike, you can fish, you can rent a boat, you can rent a canoe, and there are spaces to play everything from tennis to basketball! And if you want something REALLY unique — Fort Wilderness is one of the few hotel locations where you can guarantee a character sighting for FREE. Just stop by Chip ‘n’ Dale’s Campfire Sing-A-Long, where you can see the famous characters, sing some songs, roast marshmallows, and then even enjoy a movie under the stars. Campfire Sing-A-Long Fort Wilderness is also a great place to stay if you’re hoping to stay a bit further away from the parks. It can give you more of a feeling of “escape” than the other hotels can. But note that this comes with its own complications. Because things are spread out a lot here, it means it can take a while to get places. Another thing to keep in mind is that camping isn’t the only way to stay here. There are cabins available and some NEW cabins are on the way with upgraded features you might really enjoy. Fort Wilderness Cabin Concept Art ©Disney So, don’t discount Fort Wilderness as that “camping” resort. It’s SO much more than that. And even if you don’t stay here, stopping by might be well worth the effort, even if it’s just for a dinner show reservation or a round of archery. Click here to learn more about Fort Wilderness Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort is a moderate resort that can feel more like a deluxe resort. Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort is listed as a moderate resort and features a few different room options — some in Gran Destino Tower (the main building, where the lobby is) or in the separate buildings that surround the tower. Coronado Springs While several of the rooms here could be great options, a popular opinion is that the rooms in Gran Destino Tower have more of a deluxe feel to them. Plus, you’ll find a fitness center within this hotel, which is a unique offering at a moderate resort in Disney World. Queen Beds with Platform Plus, the hotel has some SHOCKINGLY good food, making it a great option if you’re looking for some delicious eats. Sangria Flight Of course, Coronado Springs comes with its own downsides. While Gran Destino Tower feels like it’s at the center of it all, the other rooms that are spread out throughout the rest of the hotel can be quite far from everything. In fact, it is one of the few Disney World hotels with an internal bus loop — so that gives you an idea of just how spread out things are. So, if you want a luxury feel at a moderate level, Gran Destino Tower itself might be what you might want to focus on when booking your stay. Or at least, go in knowing that you’ll have a bit of a hike from the other rooms to enjoy some of those nicer amenities at the Tower. Disney’s Port Orleans Resort is technically 2 different resorts. Something people might not realize is that Disney’s Port Orleans Resort is actually made up of 2 different resorts — Port Orleans — French Quarter and Port Orleans — Riverside. But the resorts are so close you can literally walk along the river to access one from the other. Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter Resort Port Orleans — French Quarter has a bit more of an upscale feel, despite being a moderate resort. The theming here is more like a posh hotel located in the heart of New Orleans. It’s also quite small, giving it a quieter and more intimate (less busy) feel. Port Orleans — Riverside, on the other hand, has a more countryside feel to it — like you’re staying in a hotel on the bayou. This side is a bit more spread out though and there is an internal bus loop to help you connect to ALL of the parts of the Riverside resort. Riverside Both are good options with decent price points, but many do prefer French Quarter because of its smaller size, beignets (THEY ARE DELICIOUS), and more upscale feel. But if you stay at one, you’re close enough to enjoy some things at both. For example, you could stay at French Quarter and just take a quick walk over to Riverside to dine at Boatwright’s Dining Hall (a Table Service restaurant, something French Quarter lacks). Or you could stay at Riverside and walk over to French Quarter for those EPIC beignets. Champagne Beignet from Scat Cat’s Club Plus, both offer access via boat to Disney Springs, making it a convenient place to stay if you plan to visit Disney Springs often. Click here to go INSIDE a Port Orleans Standard Hotel Room Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts are NOT the same. Disney’s Yacht Club Resort and Disney’s Beach Club Resort are both deluxe resorts that are located in (more or less) the same location and even share a pool — Stormalong Bay. They’re often referred to as “Yacht and Beach Club” by both Cast Members and guests, which only adds to the misconception that they’re the same resort. But these are technically 2 separate spots. Disney’s Beach Club Yacht Club has more of a New England yacht club (hence the name) kind of atmosphere, while Beach Club has more of a vintage beachy theming. Beach Club can often be the more popular choice out of the two for families with smaller children. Disney’s Beach Club Room — A refurbished Club Level Room in June 2023 The big benefit here is that they are right next to each other, so you can enjoy the restaurants, lobbies, and stores of both easily. Plus, they are within walking distance to EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios and have easy access to the Disney Skyliner and Disney’s BoardWalk. Just keep in mind that they are technically 2 different spots! Click here for our Yacht Club vs. BoardWalk Inn resort guide The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin aren’t owned by Disney…but you shouldn’t ignore them The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin hotels aren’t owned by Disney, which can confuse some people. Despite the fact that they’re right in the heart of Disney World, the hotels are actually Marriott properties. This is unique and can be beneficial for many reasons. In terms of the downside, you won’t really find Disney theming here since they are NOT Disney hotels. BUT you can use Marriott points here, which can make them an awesome pick if you have those. Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Plus, they are within walking distance to EPCOT, Disney’s BoardWalk, the Skyliner, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. They also qualify for some great perks like Early Theme Park Entry, and Extended Evening Hours (which is a more exclusive perk generally only open to Disney World Deluxe Hotel and Deluxe Villa guests — along with select other hotel guests). They are also home to a multitude of unique restaurants. The Bed Area at Swan Reserve So if you want to get great perks, use your Marriott points, and have access to a bunch of awesome eats, don’t ignore the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin (and their newer Swan Reserve hotel too!). Click here to tour a room at the Swan Reserve Hotel with us Disney Vacation Club resorts are for EVERYONE. There are a few Disney World resorts that are Disney Vacation Club (DVC) resorts, and they consist of DVC villas. You might think these are exclusively for Disney Vacation Club members, but that’s not the case. The truth is that ANYONE can stay in these rooms/villas — DVC member or not. Knowing this can provide you with a few extra options when deciding where to stay! Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort The prices for the DVC rooms can be quite a bit higher because the rooms offer different amenities (and sometimes a LOT more in terms of space and perks) than a “standard” Disney World hotel room. But still, the key here is to know that these are technically an option for you! Don’t feel like that 1 Bedroom Villa at a DVC Resort is something you can’t access. Old Key West Resort — Deluxe Studio Room. And if you want to stay in these Disney Vacation Club hotels for LESS, there’s a secret you need to know about — you’ll want to RENT DVC points, rather than book the room directly through Disney. Renting DVC points can actually help you secure one of these rooms for WAY less than you’d pay when booking directly through Disney. Bedroom at the Grand Floridian We highly recommend that you reach out to our friends over David’s Vacation Club Rentals for all your DVC point renting needs. They can help you through the process and maybe even help you secure the room of your dreams for less than you expected. Click here to learn all about how you can stay in those Disney Vacation Club rooms for LESS Bonus: Value Resorts can be a better option than they used to be. Many Disney World visitors might try to avoid the value resorts (a.k.a. Disney’s cheapest resorts) because of the belief that the rooms are older, aren’t as nicely done, and don’t offer good perks. And certainly, if you compare a value resort to a deluxe resort, you’ll see some BIG differences, but that doesn’t mean you should forget about value resorts entirely. Pop Century Yes, these value resorts can be PACKED (the cheaper prices can draw lots of families in) and noisy. And they do not offer Table Service restaurants, so that can be a tough part for foodies to deal with. BUT, they do offer free Disney World transportation to the parks (as do all Disney World hotels). And Disney’s Pop Century Resort and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort even have access to Disney’s Skyliner, which can be a GREAT perk (offering you easy access to EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and even other hotels). Skyliner station Plus, many of the value resorts have undergone recent renovations and feature some newer rooms with a more modern feel, including some Murphy beds to help save on space. All-Star Standard Room If you haven’t stayed in a value resort in a few years, now might be a great time to give it another go (or at least take a look at the rooms and amenities to see if they’ll fit your needs for WAY less than you’d spend elsewhere!). Plus, there are even family suites at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort that many don’t know about! That could help you get some much-needed space for your family for cheaper than you’d pay at other hotels in Disney World. Click here to tour a room at Disney’s Pop Century Resort And those are just some of the ways that certain Disney World hotels are misunderstood. Has your opinion changed about any of these? Tell us in the comments! We’ve always got your back when it comes to hotel and travel advice, so make sure to follow along for more. Click here to learn about the BEST ROOMS in Disney World and how to get them.  Want More Details About Disney World’s Hotels? Ranking of ALL of Disney World’s Hotels A Full List of Changes Announced for Disney World’s Hotels The BEST Disney World Hotels for 2023 The WORST Disney World Hotels for 2023 13 Critical Things You’re FORGETTING About When Booking a Disney World Hotel 8 Gadgets You Need for Your Disney World Hotel Room The Surprising Things You Won’t Find in Your Disney World Hotel Room The Secret Way to Stay in Disney World’s Hotels for LESS! What Items from Amazon Can You Have Delivered to Your Resort Hotel? We’ve Got the Details Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney World hotel news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever stayed at any of the resorts we mentioned? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney World's Most Misunderstood Hotels first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The 2023 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival has begun, and there are some AMAZING eats and drinks at the various food booths around the park. But the food isn’t the only fun part of this event! EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival One of the best family activities you can take part in at EPCOT right now is searching for RATS throughout World Showcase. No, we don’t mean real rats (we hope you don’t encounter any of those on your Disney World trip)…we mean REMY! Now, we’ve got a complete guide to the Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak scavenger hunt at the Food & Wine Festival to help you along the way. Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak scavenger hunt is back for another year at the Food & Wine Festival, and we’re ready to look for some rats! This is an activity made for the whole family. It folds up! To get started, pick up a scavenger hunt map from one of the following locations: Disney Traders Port of Entry Creations Shop World Traveler at International Gateway Festival Merchandise Kiosks 2023 Remy’s Hide & Squeak Scavenger Hunt Map Along with the map, you’ll get a page of stickers that you’ll use to mark your progress as you complete the scavenger hunt. Each sticker coincides with a Remy statue hiding in World Showcase. Once you find a statue, you place the sticker that matches that statue on the map in the correct location. Remy Scavenger Hunt Stickers The map and stickers set costs $9.99. If you don’t want to pay for the map, you can still search for Remy throughout EPCOT! You just won’t get the prize at the end, but it’s still a fun activity. Hide and Squeak! We like that this year’s map folds up so that it can easily fit into your backpack or purse. Got your map? It’s time to search for Remy! ** SPOILER ALERT ** We’ll be showing photos of where the little Remy statues are hiding throughout World Showcase here — if you don’t want any clues and just want to do the scavenger hunt on your own, don’t look ahead! Remy is hiding in fifteen locations around World Showcase. When you spot a statue, you’ll put the correlating sticker on the correct location on your map. Here are all the locations: Coastal Eats Food & Wine Festival Booth — Look above you, around the tip of the marketplace booth. Remy is hiding above the register line, close to the entrance of Creations Shop. Coastal Eats booth Mexico pavilion — Remy is hiding above the entrance to La Cantina de San Angel. Mexico pavilion China pavilion — Look on the top left corner of the China Food & Wine Festival booth. China booth India Food & Wine Festival booth — Remy is on the top right-hand side of the booth. India booth Refreshment Outpost — Remy can be found across from the restaurant, near the rock formations in front of the outpost. Refreshment Outpost Germany pavilion — Check the balcony above the Kunstarbeit in Kristall store! Germany pavilion Italy pavilion — Head towards Via Napoli. Remy is hiding above the entrance to this restaurant. Above Via Napoli The American Adventure pavilion — Check the middle window sill of the Flavors of America Food & Wine Festival booth. American Adventure Japan pavilion — Look up on the rocks around the pond by Katsura Grill. Japan pavilion Morocco pavilion — Remy is on top of the wooden awning outside of Tangierine Café. by Tangierine Cafe Brazil Food & Wine Festival booth — You’ll find Remy in the top left corner of the booth. Brazil Booth France pavilion — Check in the garden maze by the gazebo in this pavilion! France pavilion Canada pavilion — Remy can be found in between the shops, sitting on the roof. Canada pavilion Refreshment Port — You’ll find Remy in the flowers in front of this restaurant. Refreshment Port Australia Food & Wine Festival booth — Look in the top right corner of the booth to spot Remy! Australia Booth Now that you’re finished, you’ll bring your completed map back to Creations Shop, Disney Traders, or World Traveler at International Gateway. There, you can pick up your prize! Redemption Location This year’s prize is an insulated lunch box. Cute AND practical! If you’re eating around the world at all the festival booths, you might need this lunch box to take your leftovers home. 2023 Remy Scavenger Hunt Prizes You can choose an Encanto lunch box, a Figment one, a Ratatouille one, or a Mickey one. Insulated Lunch Boxes Looking for more info about this year’s festival? Check out these posts! 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Listen, it's a tough job eating and documenting the nearly 200 bites and sips, but we do it all for YOU! Save 20% on the 2023 DFB Guide to EPCOT's International Food & Wine Festival with code CHEFS. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Learn More About the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival! Insider Tips for the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival What to Pack in Your Park Bag for the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Eat to the Beat Concert Updates EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Fans Facebook Page EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Wine and Dine Half Marathon Food and Wine Festival 101 Get More Updates, Tips, and Tricks to Help You Conquer the Food & Wine Festival Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you going to this year’s Food & Wine Festival? Let us know in the comments! The post A Complete Guide to the 2023 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Scavenger Hunt first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Sometimes rules may seem like common sense and other times they can really surprise you. Magic Kingdom When planning your next trip to Disney World you’ve probably done all the research on what to wear, where to eat, and which rides to prioritize but it’s also important to be familiar with all of their rules even if you haven’t reviewed them in a while. With so many changes and updates happening around the parks constantly, it really got us thinking about what YOU thought was the most surprising rule at Disney World. On Facebook, we asked your opinion of the rules at Disney World and we heard you loud and clear. Some of the rules that exist around Disney World really make you want to scratch your head and say “Why is that a thing?” but they’re totally there. Sometimes they’re put in out of necessity for clarity, safety, or just general interactions between guests and cast members but whether you realize they’re there or not, we all still must follow them. EPCOT Food and Wine Crowds (2023) When we asked you what surprised you most about the rules we got back several responses that really made us pause to think about why they’re implimented. Let’s break down a few of those together. This one might seem so trivial, but it’s true! When visiting Disney World you will not find gum sold by cast members. Maegan C. also offered this insight, “a former dcp custodial role, gum is the worst, especially because people tend to put it every where except for trash cans.” No gum here Cast members already work tirelessly cleaning up after guests and making our park experience as seamless and peaceful as possible. Now imagine if they had one more thing to have to watch for cleaning up and it’s not so easily removed. Inside Creations Shop If you’ve ever stepped in gum before you know EXACTLY the feeling we’re talking about when you go to raise your foot and move but are met with that tug of resistance. It can be enough to put a damper on your day (and make you spend extra time cleaning your shoe). You might be buying a pair of these if you step in gum If you’ve ever watched the fireworks at Magic Kingdom chances are you’ve also probably been or at least seen people packed in tightly around each other to fit within the viewing areas. Now picture someone (even accidentally) getting gum stuck in their hair? Yeah, it’s not a pretty picture, and would be enough to make you feel compelled to leave the parks to get out of your hair. So you see, having gum tracked through the Disney parks could slow down productivity among cast members, taint the guest experience, and have us experience longer waits than what already can exist for the bathrooms. This wasn’t the only rule that surprised us though. There are a few more noteworthy ones that go unnoticed fairly often in the parks like the use of selfie sticks. Our reader Krystin S. had this to say, “…After thinking about it I totally get it and it makes sense but I had a selfie stick all packed away and ready to use when I had the idea to go ahead and look up the rules on it.” Cast Member Taking Photos with a Guest Device Aside from potentially being a nuisance and blocking someone’s point of view in fireworks and shows, there’s also a real safety concern here when these are extended. The frequency of selfie sticks being used on rides and attractions we assume contributed to the rule against bringing them into the parks and even filming on some rides. Did you also know Disney prohibits people from bringing loose ice into the park? Melanie O. did, “No loose ice,” is how she paraphrased the official rule. Ericka M. also offered further insight on this one following Melanie’s comment to add, “this was mostly because it made it impossible for security to screen bags with the old system. Imagine trying to dig through a cooler full of ice and what could be under the ice.” ©Disney The reason we could see this being appealing to even attempt would be for use in a cooler but again, we’re talking safety as the key here. If someone were to dump loose ice out in the park in large quantities it could easily become a slipping hazard. Our best advice for this workaround is to bring ice packs OR ask for loose ice cups as you need them at the quick service locations. They’re complimentary and the ice will be fresh, it’s a win-win! One last one that really stood out to us was the restrictions on wagons and strollers. Stroller parking Within the past few years, Disney has revamped their policies for wagons and strollers to meet size guidelines for width and length. Justin E. expressed frustration with these recent changes saying, “NO STROLLER WAGONS!!! made me nuts!! We have the small radio flyer one that is more stroller than wagon. The ideal vehicle for the parks. 1/4 of the size of most double strollers, but no, ALL wagons are banned!!” We imagine this was also due to the safety of not on the children in the strollers but also other people that are passing by. Disney has the updated guidelines for sizes of strollers and wagons posted in their rules for review should you have questions about the stroller you’re planning to bring and they do recognize the use of these devices for medical purposes as an exception and can tag them as such. If you’re looking for the complete list of rules around Disney World parks and hotels, you can see them all here. We get it though, rules exist for a reason and sometimes they’re just necessary for keeping the parks clear and peaceful. Be sure to stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for the latest in Disney news and updates! 7 Things You’ll Regret Putting in Your Disney Parks Bag Planning a Trip to Disney World? We’ve Got Everything You Need to Know The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Disney World Vacation A Month-by-Month Guide to Planning Your Disney World Trip Tips, Hints, Lists, and Videos for Planning the BEST Disney World Trip Learn About the Disney Park Pass System The Ultimate Disney World Packing List Everything You Need to Know About Genie+ Insider SECRETS for Your First Trip to Disney World A Complete Look at the Current Disney Discounts and Deals The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click Here to Subscribe What do you normally pack in your park bag to get through the day? Tell us what we’re missing in the comments below! The post The MOST SURPRISING Rule in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Get ready folks — Disney has just announced a change that’s going to make your Dining Reservation planning SO MUCH EASIER. Our delicious dessert spread! Previously, you could sit there for ages, swapping between searching for available “breakfast” times and available reservations around specific times like 9AM or 10AM, with each yielding potentially different results. In other words, making a dining reservation required some luck, some skill, and a WHOLE lot of patience. But Disney has revealed a change that makes things much simpler and we’ve got some top TIPS for you. The Change First up, let’s talk about the basics of the change. Disney has announced that with this dining reservation update (which will be rolled out on the Disney World and Disneyland websites and apps soon), you’ll actually be able to see ALL of the available dining reservations for the restaurant and timeframe you’re looking at. Looking for a dinner reservation for Steakhouse 71 in Disney’s Contemporary Resort for a Saturday? When you search, you’ll be able to see ALL available dinner reservation times for that Saturday that are open for Steakhouse 71. Steakhouse 71 Stack Burger Under the older system, you’d only see a few reservation times pop up when you searched for “dinner.” Then, you might see other times pop up if you searched for reservations specifically around 7PM or 8PM. That won’t be the case anymore thanks to this change. You’ll get to see ALL the available dinner reservations at once. Check out the graphics below for a better idea. You can see the older version on the left and the updated version on the right. You can see how the version on the right shows a much more expansive list of available reservation times compared to the left. ©Disney Here’s the updated view on the My Disney Experience app. Again, you can see how many more times are displayed. ©Disney Plus, with this update reservation availability will be organized by meal periods — breakfast, lunch, dinner, etc. This should help you get a better idea of what menu will be served during your mealtime. That way you’ll know if a 4PM reservation falls under lunch or dinner. San Angel Inn Restaurant in EPCOT The change was set to be implemented on the Disneyland website on August 2nd. It was also set to be rolled out on the Disney World website in the next few days. So look for those changes to take place. In terms of the apps, the My Disney Experience app and Disneyland app should both feature the new system with the next update from what we understand. Be on the lookout for a notification from the iOS and/or Android stores for updates on those apps. Birria Lamb Enchiladas Alright, now that you know how the system has changed — here are our top tips to make the best use of the system! The TIPS! 1 — Search “All Day” First, Disney has indicated that you’ll now be able to see ALL reservation times that are available for the selected restaurant you’re looking at and the specific timeframe you’re looking at. But, based on the screenshot Disney has shared, it looks like you should be able to select “all day” as the timeframe. It appears that the “all day” option is selected in the example shown, which then provides a FULL list of available times for the restaurant selected for lunch AND dinner. ©Disney (With the All Day Circled) Disney has also discussed how the updated system will divide available reservation times by meal periods (i.e. lunch versus dinner), again indicating that you should be able to see reservations for multiple dining periods at once. That’s another thing we can see in the graphics they have provided. Lunch AND Dinner Times Displayed This is a big improvement compared to just having to search for times at “lunch” or “dinner” separately. If this is a feature that Disney fully implements into its updated service (as it appears it will be) this will be a game-changer. Why? Well, if your focus is eating at Sci-Fi Dine-In Restaurant, but you don’t care whether it’s for lunch or dinner, this will make it a LOT easier to find ANY available reservations at that restaurant throughout the day. All Day! So, our first tip is to search for “all times,” if available. That should help you find ALL reservation times available throughout the day for the restaurant you want to visit, divided by meal periods. Again, if all you care about is getting a spot at Cinderella’s Royal Table, and not so much about whether that’s at breakfast or dinner, this could help. 2 — Opt to See More While the system will show you ALL of the available times for the time period and restaurant you’re looking at, the website might not show them all to you at once (likely due to spacing issues). That’s where you’ll see an option that says “Show X More Times.” If you select that, you should be able to get a more complete list of the available reservation times for whatever time period you’re searching. Show Me MORE! So, if you see that option pop up, be sure to hit it! 3 — Pay Close Attention to the Menu Differentiation You’ll also want to pay close attention to how the reservation times are divided. As we noted above, you should see times divided between the different meal periods (breakfast, lunch, dinner, etc.). Oftentimes, Disney World restaurants serve the same menu at lunch and dinner, so that might not always be a big issue. 6-oz Filet Mignon with Mac & Cheese; a winning combo! But if a restaurant does offer different lunch and dinner eats (like at Steakhouse 71 in Disney’s Contemporary Resort) and/or is priced differently at lunch and dinner (like Space 220, where there are some big differences between the meal periods), then this differentiation can be a big deal. Pay close attention to how Disney has divided the reservation times so you can know just what you’re signing up for. Galaxy Spritz at Space 220 And those are some of our tips for managing this new system and using it to your advantage. We’ll continue to search for more tricks that’ll help you make your next Disney World trip the BEST one yet. Stay tuned for more news! Click here to see our picks for the BEST restaurants in Disney World for 2024  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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think about this system change? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney Dining Reservations Have Completely Changed -- Here’s How to Make It Work for You first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s Frozen took the world by storm when it first premiered in 2013, and has inspired multiple sequels, rides, plays, and more. ©Disney Since then, we’ve even seen an entire land come to life over at Hong Kong Disneyland and the franchise has only grown in reach and fanbase. But, what about the little ones obsessed with Frozen who didn’t get the chance to see it on the big screen? Well, you and the kiddos might luck out after all! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. If you missed your chance to catch Frozen when it was in theaters, you might be in luck! To celebrate the 100th Anniversary of The Walt Disney Company, Frozen is once again being released in theaters. For a limited time, you’ll be able to catch the film that started it all in select theaters and potentially one near you. Frozen is being shown from August 4th to 17th, so you’ve got about two weeks to check it out. You can see if it’s playing at a movie theater local to you right here. ©Disney What do you think? Will you be running to sing “Let It Go” in a theater full of children? No? Just us? Get your tickets for Frozen in theaters below! Click Here for Tickets! We’ll be on the hunt for the latest Disney news from the movie screen to the parks and more, so stay tuned to DFB! Everything You Can Stream on Disney+ This August 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be seeing Frozen in theaters again? Tell us in the comments. The post Disney's 'Frozen' Is Coming BACK to Theaters for a Limited Time! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Walt Disney Company’s 100th Anniversary is still going strong. 100th Anniversary sign in Disney Springs We’ve seen so much unique merchandise released to celebrate the company’s 100 years, including a Vespa, a car, a LEGO castle, and more. But the most beautiful, and perhaps the ULTIMATE, 100th Anniversary souvenir might just be this gorgeous new piece designed by Swarovski. Swarovski partnered with Disney Create 100, a program where Disney invited “creative visionaries” from around the world in fashion, music, art, and film to make contributions inspired by their favorite Disney stories and characters. These contributions will be auctioned off to raise awareness and funds for Make-A-Wish, a charity that grants wishes for children from all over the world who are living with critical illnesses. ©Make-A-Wish Swarovski’s contribution was a replica of the bespoke solid crystal slipper that was created for Disney’s live-action Cinderella film. It took eight crystal specialists nearly 150 hours to make the slipper, which has 221 sparkling facets that are coated with a light-reflecting Aurora Borealis shimmer. The top of the slipper features a crystal butterfly, and the slipper itself has a 6-inch heel. ©Swarovski Swarovski’s Creative Director Giovanna Engelbert said, “What inspires me to recreate the iconic Cinderella slipper for this auction — of course, it’s the name of the charity, it’s about the wish. And, of course, it’s the most famous shoe in the world, and it’s made out of crystal. And I thought it was the best possible iconic way to translate the world of Swarovski together with the world of Disney.” ©Swarovski Disney has not yet announced when these items will be auctioned off, but we’ll keep an eye out for details and get them to you when we know more. In the meantime, have you checked our DFB exclusive graphic tees and merch? It’s super fun stuff to wear to the parks, or to rep your happy place at the grocery store! Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! FIRST LOOK at Disney’s 100th Anniversary ‘Dream Makers’ Statue Learn More About Disney 100 Years of Wonder – The 100th Anniversary Celebration! More Details Revealed About the 100th Anniversary Celebration at Disney World ALL of the Disney 100th Anniversary Merchandise You Can Get Online Right NOW! The New 100th Anniversary Disney Credit Card Design Is HERE 4 Unexpected Announcements for Disney’s 100th Anniversary Refillable Mugs Have CHANGED in Disney World Hotels! Get ALL of the Latest Updates on the 100th Anniversary Celebration Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox -- Click Here to Subscribe What do you think of Cinderella’s crystal shoe? Let us know in the comments! The post This 100th Anniversary Souvenir Takes Things to a WHOLE. NEW. LEVEL. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Your cuteness meter may go overboard with this announcement, but we’re bringing it to you anyways! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Disney’s Animal Kingdom has welcomed a few baby animals to the cast of wild crew lately with the additions of a baby yellow-backed duiker and a new zebra. Now, you’ll have a chance to see the newest addition but you’ll have to keep a keen eye out because she’s very tiny. Disney’s Animal Kingdom has another tiny reason to celebrate! We have a new baby animal to visit when we’re in the park. Say hello to Saffron! ©Disney Ok, now that we’ve all had the collective, “AHHH” here’s a little bit about her. This tiny little lady weighs less than 3 pounds and is so small she almost could fit in the palm of your hand. While she may be tiny now, Mandrills are actually the largest species of monkeys in the world, which means she could reach a healthy 25 pounds within a few years. If you’re hoping to catch a glimpse of her hop a ride around Kilimanjaro Safaris, but fair warning chances are she’ll be tightly wrapped around her mom, Hazel, and probably nursing up high within the treetops of where they call home. ©Disney Saffron was born on July 24th, 2023, and since then Hazel has been busy nurturing her little one. Typically, the moms assume most of the parental responsibilities in mandrill social structures. Hazel has already been observed grooming Saffron to comfort and soothe her and it’s fascinating to hear the similar comparison to a human soothing a baby by rocking it back and forth. Hazel and Saffron have reportedly been inseparable though as big sister Ivy has yet to even hold her! (Sorry, Ivy.) ©Disney If Saffron’s features seem familiar you’ve probably seen a version of the mandrill monkey in the Disney animated classic, The Lion King. Rafiki, the wise monkey that guides Simba, is also a mandrill and he’s commonly spotted due to his vibrant colors that include shades of blue, red, and pink on their faces and yellow manes. Interestingly though, mandrill colorations and patterns are unique to each monkey, and no two strands of hair are the same. Saffron will eventually develop her own unique and bright coloration once she fully matures when she gets to be about three to four years old. ©Disney There are an estimated 4,000 mandrills remaining in Africa, and this new addition is great news for such a vulnerable species. Saffron’s birth is an example of Disney’s work alongside the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ Species Survival Plan that is working together to ensure the responsible breeding of endangered species in managed care. Their goal is to “create healthy and genetically diverse populations of animals for years to come.” We can’t wait to get out and spot Saffron up in the treetops while on safari and hope to see her make her presence known soon. For the latest in Disney news and updates, be sure to check back in with us at Disney Food Blog. ALERT! Bonus Park Pass Reservations Added for Disney World Annual Passholders 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be looking for Saffron on your next trip? Tell us in the comments. The post Everyone Can Go Home. This NEW Animal Kingdom Addition Just Won the Whole Week. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s August, which means that fall has officially arrived in Disney World. Halloween is HERE! Halloween decorations are already gracing the buildings that line Main Street, U.S.A., ghoulish merchandise now fills the shelves of some merchandise shops, and now, we’re only a few days away from the very first Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party of the year! Disney has already shared several details regarding these special-ticketed parties in Magic Kingdom, but there are still a few things that they’ve left unsaid. This year’s Halloween party season will begin on August 11th. We are anxiously awaiting the first party so that we can finally see all the spooky details that this year’s events will entail. There are a few BIG questions that we still have, and this post is going to serve as a roundup of things we’re still wonderin’ about. Let’s talk about it! Magic Kingdom WHICH characters will be at the party in costume? So, one of the best things about the Halloween parties is that you have the chance to meet several beloved characters while they’re in Halloween costumes. Disney said that characters will be in the park and that they’ll be all dressed up, but we’re DYING to know if some of our favorites will be there this year. WE CAN’T HANDLE THE CUTENESS We’re especially hoping that Winnie the Pooh and his friends from the Hundred Acre Woods will be there in their costumes. (Eeyore as a clown? We’re dying at the cuteness. We cannot handle it.) We’re also hoping for Jack and Sally, and even the Hyenas from The Lion King! WHICH Magic Shots will return? Each year, Disney offers specially-themed Magic Shots that you can only get during the Halloween parties. This year, Disney confirmed that there would be some available, but they didn’t mention any specifics other than a shot that features the Hitchhiking Ghosts from the Haunted Mansion. ©Disney The lantern MagicShot from last year In the past, we’ve seen some great Magic Shot opportunities, including ones with a glowing lantern in front of the Haunted Mansion and even one featuring the Headless Horeseman (who, by the way, is a HOT COMMODITY at these parties). Is table service dining even worth it? Disney has shared that select table service dining will be available during the Halloween parties, specifically Cinderella’s Royal Table and Be Our Guest Restaurant. What Disney hasn’t really touched on is that these table-service dining experiences can last anywhere from 1.5 to 3 hours. That’s a LOT of time to spend eating when you only have 5 hours to experience everything else that the party entails. Cinderella’s Royal Table We recommend scheduling these dining experiences for BEFORE the party starts so that you can have as much time as you want to Trick-or-Treat, enjoy rides with low wait times, and meet all your favorite characters. Seriously — PLEASE don’t waste that precious Halloween party time at an experience that you could easily schedule for a different time! Which quick service dining locations will be available? Disney has shared a wide array of snacks and beverages that will be available during the Halloween parties, but they haven’t shared how long the dining locations will stay open. In the past, many dining locations have closed at 6PM when the park closes to guests who don’t have a party ticket, and the locations are then used for Trick-or-Treating or to sell the limited-time, party-exclusive treats. Sweet Almond Corn Cake from Pecos Bill The places that remain open to sell the special Halloween snacks and beverages typically only sell those, and they might not even remain open for the entirety of the party. This has been our experience in the past, and we’re wondering if it will be the same this year. Just to be prepared, we recommend eating dinner beforehand, unless you want to survive on Starburst and Snickers bars for the night. Click here to see all the party-exclusive treats coming this year! WHICH allergy-friendly treats will be available? Disney has confirmed that allergy-friendly options will be available at this year’s party, of course, and that they can be attained via the same process utilized in years prior. You’ll get a special treats bag to let the Cast Members know you have an allergy, and at each of the treat locations, you’ll get a token instead of candy. At the end of the night, you can grab treats in exchange for your tokens at the allergy-friendly treat location. Token Last year, some of the allergy-friendly options included apple sauce, dark chocolate bars, rice milk chocolate bars, and chocolate chip cookies made with rice milk — among a few other options. Will we see our favorite characters at the Boo To You Parade? Disney has confirmed a few of the new and returning characters that will appear in this year’s Boo To You parade, from Mickey and Minnie to the Sanderson Sisters to the Hitchhiking Ghosts. Boo To You Some beloved characters that are usually there but haven’t yet been confirmed include the Headless Horseman and the Haunted Mansion Gravediggers, among a few others that we’re REALLY hoping to see — because we love and miss them. Headless Horseman Well, at least we know our questions will be answered in a few days, when the first party happens on August 11th. If you’re hoping to celebrate Halloween with Disney, Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party could be your only chance, as Disneyland’s Oogie Boogie Bash has officially sold out. We’ll continue to keep you updated with any and all Disney and Halloween news, so make sure to follow along for more! Looking for outfit ideas for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party? Click here for some inspiration! IT'S SPOOK-TACULAR! Get ready for the spookiest season of the year at Disney World! We are beyond thrilled to announce the arrival of our brand-new guide -- Halloween at Disney World: DFB's Spook-tacular Guide! From the thrills of Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party to the enchanting resort decorations that'll send shivers down your spine, our guide is packed with tips and tricks to help you squeeze every ounce of ghoulish fun out of your visit. Plus, we've got the inside scoop on all the limited-time-only bone-chilling activities happening across the parks! 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We’re nearing the end of summer, and a some of us are celebrating for a few different reasons. The end of summer means Halloween is drawing near! Firstly, we only have about a month and a half left of that unbearable Florida heat and humidity that sticks around in the summer. Secondly, the end of summer means that spooky season is well on its way! If you’re like us and can’t wait to spend the fall and Halloween season at Disney World, then we have some news that we think will leave you even more excited than before. At Hollywood & Vine in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you can join Minnie and her friends for Minnie’s Seasonal Dine, which features seasonal decor and costumes. Minnie’s Halloween Dine begins next week — August 11th! Minnie’s Halloween Dine While you eat lunch or dinner, you’ll be able to meet, interact with, and take photos with Minnie and her friends. Usually, Pluto, Cowboy Goofy, and Vampire Mickey join Minnie in greeting guests. Halloween Dine is the only place you’ll get to see Vampire Mickey In the past, there have also been photo ops and backgrounds available for guests to take photos with their group and with the characters. Hollywood and Vine Halloween Decor They’ve even provided themed post cards that the characters sign! How cute?! What do you think? Will you be headed to Minnie’s Halloween Dine this year? If you’re interested, be sure to make your advanced dining reservations up to 60 days in advance. We recommend doing this sooner rather than later! The dining experience ends on November 4th, so you have almost 3 months to catch it! Halloween Dine We’ll be sure to keep you updated with all the spooky happenings this year at Disney World, so make sure to follow along for more! Click here for a sneak peek at this year’s spooky merchandise at Disney World! IT'S SPOOK-TACULAR! Get ready for the spookiest season of the year at Disney World! We are beyond thrilled to announce the arrival of our brand-new guide -- Halloween at Disney World: DFB's Spook-tacular Guide! From the thrills of Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party to the enchanting resort decorations that'll send shivers down your spine, our guide is packed with tips and tricks to help you squeeze every ounce of ghoulish fun out of your visit. Plus, we've got the inside scoop on all the limited-time-only bone-chilling activities happening across the parks! Get the Halloween at Disney World: DFB's Spook-tacular Guide to make your frightfully delightful adventure even more magical! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Halloween at Walt Disney World EVERYTHING CONFIRMED for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Disney World FULL LIST of Rides That Will Be Open at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Disney World Get All of the Latest Updates on Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Target Has NEW Halloween Inflatables Online Now! How To Get the CHEAPEST Tickets for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Disney World CHANGES Revealed for Disney World’s Halloween Parade in 2023 Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Will you be visiting Disney World for the Halloween season? Let us know in the comments! The post REMINDER: A Hollywood Studios Restaurant Will CHANGE Next Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Can you believe it’s almost time for Halloween? Are you ready to party?! With Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party right around the corner, you’ve got to be thinking about the party, and all the things you’ll need for the spooky season. To that end, we wanted to a list of the best deals on Halloween items that you may want to pick up right now. Let’s have a look together! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Here we go! Grab this Beware of Hitch Hiking Ghosts Women T-Shirt ©Amazon Looking for that perfect Halloween shirt? How about this Haunted Mansion-themed tee? View on Amazon Grab this Disney Villains Baddie Behavior T-Shirt ©Amazon Or maybe this one that shows off your baddie behavior! View on Amazon Grab these Maleficent Earrings for Women ©Amazon And if you’re feeling particularly villainous, you can top off the look with these earrings. View on Amazon Grab this Loungefly X Disney LASR Exclusive Mickey Bat Convertible Mini Backpack ©Amazon Here’s the back: ©Amazon Here’s how it looks when it glows: ©Amazon This backpack does it all! It can convert between being a backpack and a handbag, and it even glows in the dark! View on Amazon Grab this Loungefly Disney Ghost Minnie Mouse Glow in the Dark Mini Backpack ©Amazon We’ve got you covered if you’re a Minnie Mouse fan and want a glow-in-the-dark backpack too! View on Amazon Grab this Disney Tumbler Glow-in-the-dark Tumbler Set ©Amazon Here’s how they look when they glow: ©Amazon Don’t let your drinks feel left out of the spooky season by pouring them into these glow-in-the-dark tumblers! View on Amazon Grab these Airblown Haunted Mansion Hitchhiking Ghosts ©Amazon Last up, here’s one to add to your Halloween lawn decor! View on Amazon While you’re in the shopping mood, we have an Amazon Storefront filled with all the BEST Amazon Disney Halloween items, so click the link below to visit our Storefront. See MORE Amazon Disney deals here! We’ll continue to keep you updated with any and all Disney news and updates, so make sure to follow along for more. IT'S SPOOK-TACULAR! Get ready for the spookiest season of the year at Disney World! We are beyond thrilled to announce the arrival of our brand-new guide -- Halloween at Disney World: DFB's Spook-tacular Guide! From the thrills of Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party to the enchanting resort decorations that'll send shivers down your spine, our guide is packed with tips and tricks to help you squeeze every ounce of ghoulish fun out of your visit. Plus, we've got the inside scoop on all the limited-time-only bone-chilling activities happening across the parks! Get the Halloween at Disney World: DFB's Spook-tacular Guide to make your frightfully delightful adventure even more magical! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Halloween at Walt Disney World EVERYTHING CONFIRMED for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Disney World FULL LIST of Rides That Will Be Open at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Disney World Get All of the Latest Updates on Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Target Has NEW Halloween Inflatables Online Now! How To Get the CHEAPEST Tickets for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Disney World CHANGES Revealed for Disney World’s Halloween Parade in 2023 Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Will you be picking up any of these? Let us know in the comments! The post 7 Disney Halloween Items You Can Get From Amazon Right Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article