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Disney has quite a few different films coming out in the near future. AMC One of the newest ones coming out soon is the Haunted Mansion film on July 28th, and we know that Toy Story is coming back into theaters for a limited time. However, it seems that the release dates of multiple upcoming films could be affected due to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. For quick context, WGA is the Writer’s Guild of America, and SAG-AFTRA stands for Screen Actor’s Guild — American Federation of Television and Radio Artists. Basically, the writers and actors who bring to life the majority of the films you see in theaters and on your streaming services. The WGA has been on strike since May 2nd, and SAG joined them in fighting for regulation of AI (artificial intelligence), and proper residuals for projects on streaming services, among other requests, on July 14th. Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania at AMC Theatre in Disney Springs This has already impacted a few of Disney’s films, as actors couldn’t attend the premiere of Haunted Mansion due to union regulations during the strike, but now it seems many more films may be impacted due to this strike regulation. According to Bloomberg, films like Poor Things, Next Goal Wins, Wish,and Magazine Dreams that are set to release this year could be delayed. ©Disney According to CBR, Marvel’s Captain Marvel sequel could also be delayed past its current set November opening date. But these films are done, so why hold off on the releases? Disney wants the actors and creative teams to be able to promote the films ahead, and during their releases, and due to strike regulations for the actors and writers, it’s not allowed during the strike. Many other film creatives, like cinematographers, directors, and more, are also standing beside the unions in solidarity, meaning they won’t promote the films out of choice. ©Disney | Marvel Disney has not confirmed if any of these film releases will be delayed at this time, talks are only just beginning. We’ll be sure to keep you updated with all the latest Disney media news here, so stay tuned to DFB! See what other strike happened INSIDE a Disney park earlier this year 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 Disney movie are you really excited to see later this year? Tell us in the comments! The post Entertainment Industry Strikes Could Lead to DELAYS for 2023 Disney Movies first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Each morning the air on Main Street, U.S.A. fills with the irresistible scent of freshly popped popcorn, a sense of anticipation, and the sound of a heartfelt “Good morning!” from cast member Diana Shephard-Martin. As a coordinator on the Magic Kingdom park arrival team for nearly 16 years, Diana has helped start countless guests’ unique […]View the full article

We don’t blame you for dreaming about a Disney Cruise — in fact, we do it pretty much daily. Disney Dream We’ve experienced the brand new Disney Wish and all it has to offer, its food, and more, plus we’ve been keeping up with the progress on the new ship — the Disney Treasure. But now, we’re excited about something new coming to another Disney Cruise Line ship! A new show is coming to the Disney Dream cruise ship! Mickey’s Color Spin Dance Party will be “complete with colorful new fun for the whole family and a 90s throwback feel.” According to Disney, it will be a “vibrant” and “energetic” celebration for Disney music lovers of all ages. ©Disney And of course, it wouldn’t be a deck party without Mickey Mouse himself, plus Minnie too in brand new outfits! Even Max Goof will be there — and when each character’s assigned color pops up on the wheel it means it’s time to party. The show will start with a sing-along of “Into the Unknown” from Frozen, and the songs will have an upbeat techno twist. ©Disney Partygoers are encouraged to dress like their favorite character or don a colorful tracksuit like the dancers from the show. Mickey’s Color Spin Dance Party is rolling out to select Disney Dream sailings this week! Disney Dream If you’re looking to book a Disney Cruise, make sure you visit our friends over at Small World Vacations for a quote! They can help you plan your cruise from start to finish and get you the best deals possible. Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news! The ULTIMATE Guide to Shows on Disney Cruise Line 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 What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Explore Disney’s Mega Cruise Ship – The Wish A Full List of What You CAN’T Bring on a Disney Cruise These Are the BEST Times to Book Your Disney Cruise The Best Ways to SAVE SPACE in Your Tiny Cruise Cabin 10 Things You NEED on Your Next Cruise (That You Won’t Think to Pack!) What It’s Like to Live on a Cruise Ship for 6 Months Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Have you been on a Disney Cruise? Tell us in the comments. The post Something NEW Is Coming to Disney Cruise Line first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

In celebration of National Water Parks Day, we're sharing a few of the theming details that make Disney's Typhoon Lagoon so much more than just a water park.View the full article

Are you ready for Halloween? Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party sign Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is right around the corner and if you’re like us, you’re stoked! Thinking about the party, we wanted to a list of the best deals on Halloween outfits that you may want to pick up. 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. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is one event where most of the guests will wear costumes of some sort to get in on all of the Halloween fun. There are a few rules when it comes to costumes and Disney World — you can get all of those details here. Hello! Now, let’s explore some costume ideas together! Family Costumes The Incredibles The whole family can match and go to the party as The Incredibles! The good news about this choice is that it doesn’t matter how many are in your party since everyone can wear the shirt and the mask. 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View on Amazon Grab this The Nightmare Before Christmas Classic Zero Costume for Toddlers for up to 36% Off ©Amazon Your kids might love dressing up as Zero with this outfit! View on Amazon Grab this Nightmare Before Christmas Oogie Boogie Infant Costume ©Amazon And for your littlest ones, here’s an Oogie Boogie-inspired outfit! View on Amazon Encanto Love Encanto?! Well it would be another fun family or group costume!! Grab this Mirabel Deluxe Costume for Kids ©Disney First up, here’s an outfit for those Mirabel fans in your family! View on shopDisney Grab this Bruno Costume for Adults ©Disney You’ll have a lot of fun with this Bruno-inspired one! View on shopDisney Grab this Luisa Costume for Women ©Disney You’ll feel like the strongest one in the family with this outfit! View on shopDisney Grab this Dolores Costume for Kids ©Disney We didn’t forget about you Dolores fans! Here’s one for you. 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Anna, Elsa, and Olaf Grab this Women’s Coronation Dress ©Amazon For you Frozen fans, here’s an option to capture that Anna look you were going for. View on Amazon Grab this Disney Women’s Frozen Frozen Olaf Bodysuit ©Amazon You’ll be all ready to receive those warm hugs with this one! It might be warm but it’s very easy to just throw on. View on Amazon Grab this Disney Women’s Frozen Elsa Deluxe Costume ©Amazon This Elsa-inspired dress is perfect for the parks! It doesn’t drag the ground and is made out of breezy materials. View on Amazon Woody and Buzz Grab this Disney Pixar Toy Story Woody Cowboy Costume Adult T-shirt ©Amazon Reach for the skies with this tee! This is another easy option since you can just rock a t-shirt but still represent a character! View on Amazon Grab this Disney Pixar Toy Story Buzz Lightyear Suit Costume T-Shirt ©Amazon Hey there Space Ranger! You’ll look sharp with this one. 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View on Amazon Jafar Grab this Mens Jafar Deluxe Adult Costume ©Amazon You’ll feel all the power and influence as you rock this Jafar-inspired outfit! View on Amazon Maleficent Grab this Deluxe Maleficent Gown Costume ©Amazon And last up, we have the perfect option for you Maleficent fans! 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 33 Costume Ideas For Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re just a few days away from one of the biggest Disney events of the year! 2022 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival passport The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is kicking off on July 27th, and you know that we’ll be there to cover ALL the new eats and drinks, as well as the entertainment, activities, and merchandise. But we just can’t wait — so today we stopped by EPCOT to see how the park is getting prepped for the big fest! When we visited EPCOT, the first thing we noticed is that the new Food & Wine Festival display had been put up by the park entrance! It draws your eye as soon as you walk into the park. The main entrance display is up! This year’s sign is made to look like a scoop of melting ice cream on top of a large slice of cake. (Anyone else hungry?!) There are a few wind vane-like structures around the centerpiece as well. And of course, Remy from Ratatouille is center stage. How fun! We also spotted festival banners going up around the World Showcase. There are a couple different designs, but they’re pretty similar to past years’. Banners are here! Many of them feature characters from Ratatouille, which makes sense since Remy is often considered to be the mascot of this festival. They also have the festival logo and the date, as well as the sponsor — Corkcicle. This one has Colette! And speaking of Corkcicle — we spotted a banner with the company’s logo near the location of Shimmering Sips. That booth has been sponsored by Corkcicle for the past few years. Corkcicle banner A few photo ops were also ready to go in World Showcase Plaza. We can’t wait to see all the decorations when the festival officially starts! More wind vanes We’re ready to try out all the delicious new food and beverage options, and we’ll make sure to take you along with us the entire time. Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on Food & Wine at EPCOT! Click Here to See All the Menus for This Year’s Festival! IT'S WINE & DINE TIME! Food & Wine Festival can be a bummer. You stand in line waiting for what looks like the perfect treat, and it's a bust. But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE EPCOT Food & Wine Festival experience. If you're planning a day or a week at the festival, we've got every performance, activity, and tasty nosh detailed out so you can make the most of your time and money. 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 planning a trip to the festival this year? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: 2023 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Decorations Have Arrived EARLY! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When the sun sets over Cinderella Castle and a cool breeze runs through the air, our ghoulish friends come out to celebrate Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. It’s not every day you get to see those Haunted Mansion ghosts outside the famous attraction, but even ghosts love the Boo to You Halloween parade! Between the rare character appearances, special Halloween treats, and beloved nighttime parade, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is a POPULAR event. The Cinderella Castle was a paid actress during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. When we say it’s a popular event, we aren’t kidding. As a separately ticketed nighttime event, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has limited availability, and tickets are selling out! Here’s a look at ALL the Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party dates that have sold out for the 2023 Halloween season. This year, Disney announced that Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is taking place between August 11th and November 1st. Tickets went on sale back in April, and in the past, the event has been completely sold out by mid-September. ©Disney Typically, the dates closest to Halloween tend to sell out first. This year, we saw Halloween night, October 31st, sell out first, but more dates were soon to follow. Check out all the sold-out dates for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this year below: August 15th, 2023 October 31st, 2023 Haunted Mansion in Disney World If you don’t already have your tickets for those sold-out party dates, you will be unable to attend this year. Note that you can check with Cast Members on the day of your visit to see if any last-minute tickets might be sold at the door, but it is not guaranteed that these tickets will be available. We’ve seen tickets sold at the door for previous years’ parties, but remember that nothing is guaranteed. This is a POPULAR event! The party runs from 7PM to midnight, with guests able to enter the Magic Kingdom at 4PM. Keep in mind that the party doesn’t happen every night — only select nights between August 11th and November 1st. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party This is a VERY popular event, so if you want to attend the Halloween party this year, check to see what dates are still available before planning your trip; availability is limited (and selling out FAST!). The Dead Head Band at Disney’s Boo to You Halloween Parade We will continue to update this post as more dates sell out, so stay tuned for more information. In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. And if you’re attending the Halloween party this year, have a spooktacular time! EVERYTHING CONFIRMED for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in 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 Are you planning to attend the Halloween party this year? Let us know in the comments! The post EVERY SOLD OUT Date for Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When are you heading to Disney World next? Magic Kingdom Now might be the best time to plan a trip because more and more airlines are offering nonstop flights to Orlando International Airport (MCO). We recently saw more trips added from Breeze Airways, and now another airline is bringing new nonstop flights to Orlando! Orlando International Airport just announced that NEW nonstop flights are coming thanks to Silver Airways! Now, folks can fly directly from Greensboro, North Carolina to MCO with service available twice per week. When we plugged in dates for this week, we spotted fares for around $120 round trip. Traveling soon? Silver is just another carrier to offer nonstop flights to Orlando Airport, either. Recently, Breeze Airways began offering fares starting from just $39 one way from Orlando to New Orleans. Service will run on Mondays and Fridays, so check the calendar before booking your Disney hotel! Orlando Airport We’ll be sure to let you know if Orlando Airport announces more nonstop flight plans later this year. In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Our BEST Tips for Flying Through the Orlando Airport 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 When are you heading to Disney World next? Tell us in the comments. The post NEW Nonstop Flights Have Been Added for Orlando Airport first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If setting sail with Disney Cruise Line (DCL) is one of your favorite things to do, or if you’re hoping to experience it for the first time, this post is for you! Disney Wish For a first-timer, it might seem that the Disney Cruises would have less to do and experience compared to the parks. While, no, you won’t be soaring at nearly 60 miles per hour on a roller coaster, or taking photos in front of a castle, there are plenty of shows, snacks, character meet and greets, and activities — so many, in fact, that you’ll find that there simply isn’t enough time to complete everything! A fan-favorite experience on these ships is watching the shows that take place aboard. If your idea of fun includes sitting in a crowd and watching a themed show or spectacular be performed in front of you, then keep reading. This post is going to serve as your ultimate guide to shows on DCL. Typically, there are two different showings of each show or musical per day — one that accommodates guests from each of the two dining times. However, for a brand-new, popular musical, there might also be an additional showing earlier in the day. (Back in the pandemic days, DCL actually limited the number of specific shows playing, with more times added to allow for distancing!) DCL show Schedules are always subject to change, so it’s important to check the Daily Navigator or the Disney Cruise Line Navigator app for specifics on available shows, dates, and times. Shows are typically around an hour long, so you’ll still have plenty of time to fit in other activities and experiences throughout the evening. Now, without further ado, let’s first talk about the different theaters available aboard DCL. Walt Disney Theatre The Walt Disney Theatre is aboard the Magic, Wonder, Dream, Fantasy, and Wish ships. The theatre decor resembles that of vintage movie houses, yet the shows on stage include modern technology. Walt Disney Theater The theatre is adorned with Art Deco and Art Nouveau flourishes from the 1930s and 1940s. This luxurious theatre was designed to handle complex, modern productions. Buena Vista Theatre The Buena Vista Theatre is inspired by the golden age of cinema — boasting Art Deco-inspired decor throughout. You’ll find it aboard the Magic, Wonder, Dream, and Fantasy. Buena Vista Theatre The theatre showcases first-run films as well as popular motion-picture releases and classic Disney films! Wonderland and Neverland Cinema Specific to the Disney Wish, these cinemas are themed to popular classic Disney films. Wonderland is a woodland-themed theater themed to Alice in Wonderland, while Neverland is inspired by Peter Pan’s flight from London to Neverland. Wonderland Cinema Combined, these cinemas seat 170 guests and are more intimate theatres. Here, visitors can catch glimpses of modern films. Now that we’ve gotten to take a look at the theatres aboard Disney Cruise Line, it’s time for the fun part! The shows! Below, you’ll find a list of some of the live shows you can see on your cruise. Shows Aboard the Disney Magic Disney Magic Tangled: The Musical Tangled: The Musical features three new songs not in the original film and includes a beautiful set and costumes. There are even some puppets that help bring the characters to life! Disney Dreams Disney Dreams is about a young girl who learns to believe in herself as she is visited by beloved characters like Peter Pan, Mickey, and Minnie. This is a really cute story and it can be fun to see scenes from so many popular musicals in one show. Twice Charmed: An Original Twist on the Cinderella Story Twice Charmed is a version of Cinderella that takes place in an alternate world where the glass slipper is destroyed before Cinderella can try it on. Shows Aboard the Disney Wonder Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Wonder Frozen: A Musical Spectacular Frozen: A Musical Spectacular utilizes projectors, puppets, costumes, and more to showcase the kingdom of Arendelle. The musical includes popular songs from the first Frozen movie, including “Let It Go,” as well as snow falling down on the theatre! The Golden Mickeys The Golden Mickeys starts out with a shy stage manager having to fill in for a non-show host, so it follows the “believe in yourself” theme woven into many Disney movies and shows. There are awards given for various categories and the show includes performances from popular Disney movies including The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Tarzan, and Mulan. Disney Dreams Disney Dreams is about a young girl who learns to believe in herself as she is visited by beloved characters like Peter Pan, Mickey, and Minnie. This is a really cute story and it can be fun to see scenes from so many popular musicals in one show. Yep, this is the same one that appears aboard the Disney Magic! Shows Aboard the Disney Fantasy Disney Fantasy Frozen: A Musical Spectacular Frozen: A Musical Spectacular utilizes projectors, puppets, costumes, and more to showcase the kingdom of Arendelle. The musical includes popular songs from the first Frozen movie, including “Let It Go,” as well as snow falling down on the theatre! Disney’s Believe Believe Is about a botanist dad who doesn’t believe in magic, while his young daughter does. When he forgets her birthday because he’s focused on growing his plants, she makes a birthday wish for him to believe. Disney’s Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular This musical showing of Aladdin showcases the music, characters, and theming of the original Aladdin movie, while also showcasing some newer technology. Shows Aboard The Disney Dream Disney Dream Beauty and the Beast This take on the classic film includes giant LED walls and projections that help set up the stage. The images on the screen work as the set design and background — helping you to feel as though you’re transformed into the show. The Golden Mickeys The Golden Mickeys starts out with a shy stage manager having to fill in for a non-show host, so it follows the “believe in yourself” theme woven into many Disney movies and shows. There are awards given for various categories and the show includes performances from popular Disney movies including The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Tarzan, and Mulan. Disney’s Believe Believe Is about a botanist dad who doesn’t believe in magic, while his young daughter does. When he forgets her birthday because he’s focused on growing his plants, she makes a birthday wish for him to believe. Shows Aboard the Disney Wish Disney Wish docked at Castaway Cay Disney Seas the Adventure This live stage show features a procession of characters from some all-time favorite Disney adventurous classics! The Little Mermaid This theatrical production of The Little Mermaid includes innovative design and immersive special effects that will transport you into the story. Disney’s Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular This musical showing of Aladdin showcases the music, characters, and theming of the original Aladdin movie, while also showcasing some newer technology. Well, there you have it! Those are all the theaters and shows that you can check out while aboard your Disney cruise. Don’t forget to also check the Disney Navigator for the times of the Deck Shows during your cruise — which feature some fan-favorite characters as well. Make sure to follow along for more Disney news, reviews, and updates — DCL things included. What characters can you spot on Disney’s private island? Click here! What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Explore Disney’s Mega Cruise Ship – The Wish A Full List of What You CAN’T Bring on a Disney Cruise These Are the BEST Times to Book Your Disney Cruise The Best Ways to SAVE SPACE in Your Tiny Cruise Cabin 10 Things You NEED on Your Next Cruise (That You Won’t Think to Pack!) What It’s Like to Live on a Cruise Ship for 6 Months Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Have you ever been on a Disney cruise? Let us know in the comments! The post The Ultimate Guide to Shows on Disney Cruise Line first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you all ready for your next trip? Heading out on a trip soon? As you’ve been planning your summer trips, we’re sure you’ve seen all the sales that have been dropping all over the internet. There are deals on flights, hotels, and other essentials. Well, we’re back with a list of the best deals on travel items for you 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. With so many sales you can shop online at Amazon and we wanted to help narrow the list down for you. By the way, if you’re not an Amazon Prime member, you can start your free trial by clicking the link below! Here are 5 great options on Amazon for your weekend, so let’s dive right into it! Grab this Travel Bag with Hanging Hook for up to 22% Off ©Amazon This travel bag is light and compact, which makes it great for organizing those essentials for your short 3 to 5-day trips. View on Amazon Grab this Universal in Flight Airplane Phone Holder Mount for 28% Off ©Amazon This phone holder mount is great for holding your phone at that perfect viewing angle when you’re on a plane or even on your desk at home! View on Amazon Grab this Flat Plug Power Strip for 28% Off ©Amazon While you’re traveling, you’re going to need to charge up your devices, and this power strip can handle up to 8 of your devices, such as your smartwatch, phone, tablet, or laptop. View on Amazon Grab this Travel Pill Organizer for 50% Off ©Amazon This travel pill organizer is compact allowing you to easily carry it in your pocket, carry-on, or suitcase and it has 6 small and 2 large compartments for different sizes of pills and vitamins. View on Amazon Grab this Premium Soft Travel Blanket Pillow ©Amazon Last up, here’s a handy travel blanket that can be used to keep you comfortable and warm when you’re traveling. It has its own carrying case and clip to secure it to your luggage. View on Amazon While you’re in the shopping mood, we have an Amazon Storefront filled with all the BEST Amazon Disney deals, 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. Click here for more Amazon sales! 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 picking up any of these? Let us know in the comments! The post 5 Travel Essentials On Sale On Amazon NOW first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There’s one EPCOT restaurant that’s surprisingly hard to get into…and it’s not even a signature dining experience! Via Napoli Yep, we’re talking about Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria in the Italy Pavilion. If you’ve ever tried to dine here, you know that reservations go FAST. But there’s a very good reason why — because people usually RAVE about the food, especially the pizza! So today, we’re sharing the two best things you can order at Via Napoli. First up, we have to talk about the signature dish at Via Napoli — the pizza! Here there are several different flavors that you can choose from, including Quattro Formaggi, Carciofi, Prosciutto e Melone, Piccante, and Margherita. Yummy yum yum We’ve loved every flavor that we’ve tried here in the past, so our first focus for what you should order is not on the taste…but on the SIZE. One of the most iconic menu items at Via Napoli is the Mezzo Metro pizza, which is a whopping 1/2 meter in length! The beloved Mezzo Metro With the Mezzo Metro, you can choose two flavors — one on each side of your pizza. That way, your whole family will be satisfied and you can all share. These Mezzo Metro pizzas range between $44-$55, and they can easily feed 4-6 adults each. That’s a pretty good deal if you price it out! Double delish. The other thing we want to recommend to you is on the list of non-pizza entrees. We’ve tried (and loved!) several of the pasta dishes here in the past, but the one that impressed us most is probably the Chicken Parmesan. It’s “traditional prepared with home made tomato sauce and fresh mozzarella cheese, served with spaghetti tomatoes” and boy is it HEAVENLY. Chicken Parm at Via Napoli It’s a really large chicken breast covered in a BLANKET of mozzarella cheese. It was a giant portion and the chicken was thiccc. (Yes, with three c’s!) We would totally order it again, and we could probably order it to share! Parmesan and red pepper flakes So there you go — our recommendations for what to eat at Via Napoli on your next visit. We’ll make sure to share any more tips for dining in Disney World and all of our favorite eats, so stay tuned to DFB! With DOZENS of places to eat at Disney World, we know it can be tough to plan your meals. That’s why we wrote the DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. We have reviews, pictures, and details about every restaurant all in one digital download – along with ALL of our best tips and strategies from decades of Disney World trips. We’ve got a special discount code for DFB readers, too! Use WDW2023 at checkout for 25% off! Your Must-Get Disney World Dishes for 2023 — 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 tried either of these items? Tell us in the comments! The post The Two Best Things To Order at Via Napoli in EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Have you ever wanted to go on a Disney Cruise? Disney Wish Well, we’ve been on several, and we’ve shared our experiences. We took you along on the brand new Disney Wish with us as we experienced all it has to offer, its food, and more! We’ve taken a few MORE cruises since then, though, but here’s the thing: we will NEVER book our own Disney Cruise. Why? Well, we’ll tell you! So you might be asking yourself…wait, if you don’t book the cruise, who does? We will always book a Disney Cruise through a trusted travel agent (and we can always recommend Small World Vacations). But why? Booking a cruise isn’t easy Travel Agents Will Book Your Cruise FOR FREE First, there’s a common misunderstanding about using travel agents — you will not be charged for their services. In fact, they will book your cruise — and anything else you might need — at no extra cost to you. Daisy Pool on the Disney Wish All you have to pay for is the cruise and other services you’ve booked — travel agents make their money by getting a commission from the cruise line, not from you. Travel Agents Know What They’re Doing Booking a Disney Cruise is NOTHING like booking a Disney World or Disneyland vacation. It can even be more complicated, especially if you’ve never been on a cruise before. You have to think about things like transportation to and from the port the cruise leaves from, any before or after hotel stays you might need, and other things that would normally need to be booked separately by you. Travel agents can help you with ALL that! Salon on the Disney Wish Beyond that, travel agents are experts on Disney Cruises and help you pick the best cabin for you and your party, know the best locations for cabins on the ships, and can help you choose activities and excursions that fit your interests. If You Need Special Arrangements, They Can Help You With That If you have special dietary needs or mobility issues, or other needs, travel agents can make sure that the cruise ship is aware of that to accommodate you. If you have dietary concerns, a travel agent can help! Sure, you could notify the cruise line of all that by yourself, but wouldn’t it be nice just to arrive on the ship and know it’s already all taken care of? Travel Agents Can Save Your Money Here’s a really big reason why you should book Disney Cruises through a travel agent. They can save you money because they already know what discounts are available and how to get you a better deal. Even better? If you book that cruise and a promotion or deal gets released AFTER that booking, they can often rebook your cruise for you so you end up getting some money BACK. You could spend that extra money you saved on cocktails! Without a travel agent, you might not even know about those deals, and if you do find out about them AFTER you’ve booked, you have to go through the hassle of canceling and rebooking your vacation. Who wants to do all that? Travel Agents Could GIVE You Money Say what? Yes, travel agents often offer bonuses for people who book cruises through them — basically, free ship credit that you can spend on things like special beverages, dining in signature restaurants, and more. You could get anywhere from $50 to $1,000 in onboard credit, depending on the cruise you book. Disney Magic Yep, free money — who would turn THAT down? If you’re looking to book a Disney Cruise, make sure you visit our friends over at Small World Vacations for a quote! They can help you plan your cruise from start to finish and get you the best deals possible. Look INSIDE Disney Cruise Line’s Newest Ship — The Treasure 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 Are you thinking about booking a Disney Cruise? Let us know in the comments! The post I Refuse to Book My Own Disney Cruise. Here’s Why first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is taking “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” and kicking it up by a few notches… Hollywood Studios …thanks to ALL the new and returning offerings that you’re SO not gonna want to miss out on! Check out our video below: 50 Things You Need to Know for the Holidays in Disney World  Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! Stay tuned for more Disney news! DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2023 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2023 Holiday Season The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the 2023 DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be heading to Disney World for the holidays? Tell us in the comments below. The post DFB Video: 50 Things You Need To Know for the Holidays in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Let’s be honest — Disney World is EXPENSIVE. TTC Monorail The hotels are expensive — so are the park tickets themselves — and that doesn’t even count any souvenirs you plan to get. So what is actually worth buying at Disney World? We’ve got a whole list! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Keep in mind that all of these items and experiences depend on you and your family, so they may not all be fit for you on your trip, but you just might find something you can’t do without! That Souvenir You Can’t Forget About Now, we’re not just talking about any souvenir. Have you ever noticed one souvenir throughout your whole vacation and can’t stop thinking about it? That’s what we’re talking about here. Snow Globes One of our team members saw a Magic Kingdom snow globe on the first day of her vacation and couldn’t stop thinking about it. She knew she would return to Magic Kingdom on the last day of her vacation again, so she decided to grab it then. We recommend this strategy so you’re not making impulse buys, but only if you know you’ll be returning to the same park or store later in your vacation because not every store carries every souvenir — and there’s always a chance it could sell out if it’s popular! See ALL the Mickey Ears Disney Has Released So Far This Year! PhotoPass PhotoPass can be very worth the price for a few different reasons. PhotoPass If this is your first trip in a while or will be your only trip for a good bit of time, having these ride photos and professionally taken photos to remember your trip can be a priceless investment. However, if you go a lot or photos aren’t something you particularly cherish, this one may not be worth it for you. Learn More About PhotoPass Here Savanna View Rooms at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is a beautiful deluxe resort in Disney World. This means, yes, it’s very expensive, but if you’re looking to really experience this resort, the Savanna View Rooms are the way to go. Savanna View at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge These rooms cost more than the other rooms, but they give you a phenomenal view of the savanna, meaning you could wake up to the view of giraffes eating! Now, if you’re not planning to spend much time in your resort, this likely isn’t for you. The BEST Restaurants at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Preferred Rooms On the same topic of hotels, it may be worth the extra cost to you to get a Preferred Room, meaning you’ll be closer to the hotel’s amenities or transportation. Art of Animation Lobby This can be especially helpful if you want to diminish your time heading to and from the parks, or if you have someone in your party with mobility issues. Park Hopper Tickets Park hopper tickets can also be very well worth the price if you want to experience everything you can at the parks! Animal Kingdom Entrance Sometimes you may finish at one park earlier than you expect, and a park hopper ticket means you can head over to another park to continue the fun and experience some new attractions. Genie+ HEAR US OUT! Genie+ can absolutely be worth the price in certain situations and parks. Genie+ is the new FastPass+ If you want to do everything in Disney World (and not everyone does!), Genie+ can help you out immensely when it’s busy in Hollywood Studios and Magic Kingdom (we don’t necessarily think it’s necessary for EPCOT and Animal Kingdom). Read About Genie+ in Disney World Here Dining Packages Before Shows We also think that Dining Packages for shows like Fantasmic! and during EPCOT festivals (like Food and Wine coming up!) are great ways to spend your money. Fantasmic! Crowds This way you’re combining a meal, which you already need to eat in the parks anyway, and you’re guaranteed to get a great spot to watch the show! If you’re a big fan of Disney dining and shows, this is a great investment. Character Dining We also think Character Dining meals are a great way to spend money if it’s something your party is into. Hey, Pluto! Some people aren’t big into being interrupted by characters while they’re eating, and that’s okay! We’d also like to clarify though that we mean the more reasonably priced character dining, like one of our favorites, Garden Grill in EPCOT! We Ranked ALL the Disney World Character Meals Cooling Towels Now, these are items we recommend you get BEFORE heading to Disney to save money on them, but cooling towels are absolute necessities for summer in Disney World. ©Amazon We have some favorite cooling towels that we recommend (they’re linked above and below), and we find we use them more than fans, but hey, anything that will keep you cool is a good investment! Buy our favorite cooling towels here! Reusable Water Bottle Lastly, we’ve got reusable water bottles on this list, which you should also buy before you go to Disney unless you want to grab a Disney-specific design. Minnie Bottle Listen, you can get free water around the Disney parks (PLEASE do not pay for bottled water!), but if you have a water bottle to put that water in that will keep it cold? Trust us, it’s life changing. Check out our favorite water bottles here! And those are the 10 things that are worth the price in Disney World! As always, be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news — you can rely on us! Here are 13 things the Disney pros buy BEFORE their Disney World trip! 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 else would you add to this list? Tell us in the comments! The post 10 Things That Are ACTUALLY Worth Buying in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Quite a few things are getting UPDATES in Disney World right now! Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground Disney’s BoardWalk Inn is getting refurbished from top to bottom, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is getting a new DVC tower, and Splash Mountain was closed at the beginning of this year to become Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom. But soon, one refurbished restaurant will be reopening! Crockett’s Tavern closed a little while back at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground to get some updates, along with Trail’s End Restaurant. We now know that both of these spots will be reopening to the public on July 27th. ©Disney Disney previously shared that Trail’s End Restaurant would be returning as a market-style quick service spot, but what about Crockett’s Tavern — what’s different there? Well, now we’ve got the details! Old tables in Crockett’s Tavern Crockett’s Tavern has been refreshed as a lounge with expanded seating, both indoors and outdoors. And with this expanded seating, you’ll be able to get a great view of Bay Lake! The inside of the restaurant has new seating, wooden beams in the ceilings, and lots of rustic accents. ©Disney On the menu side of things, Disney shared that there are “elevated lounge-style snacks to accompany the array of new and returning beverages and specialty cocktails.” There will still be a to-go window for drinks, which is perfect for those wanting to enjoy a libation while waiting for Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue. Trail’s End Restaurant The first new item on the menu is A Trio of Sliders — a pulled pork slider with BBQ sauce and coleslaw, brisket slider with Carolina BBQ and pickled onions, and a buffalo chicken slider with house-made blue cheese dressing and dill pickles. These are served alongside seasoned french fries for $16. Chicken Bites have also been added to the menu, and they’re served with your choice of sauce including buffalo, garlic-parmesan, or blueberry BBQ for $15. They also come with celery, house-made ranch, blue cheese, and seasoned french fries. Besides the chicken and sliders, you can also order a traditional lounge item — a charcuterie board. According to Disney, it “features a selection of meats and cheeses with house-made bread and butter pickles, tomato jam, cornbread crostini, and sesame lavash” for $21. ©Disney There are also some plant-based items on the menu. You can try the Crispy Cauliflower paired with a tasty garlic aïoli for $9 (which comes from the Hoop-Dee-Doo menu!) or the plant-based fried green tomato sliders featuring a southern remoulade and citrus greens for $14. ©Disney And of course, we can’t forget about dessert! The Trailblazin’ Dessert Trio has a s’more with chocolate pudding, graham cracker crumbs, and house-made marshmallow, a strawberry shortcake with strawberries and whipped cream, and a banana pudding with vanilla wafers, whipped cream, and a banana chip. Sounds delicious! You can get this treat for $12. ©Disney There are plenty of beverage options to choose from to accompany your meal as well. Inspired by the Fort Wilderness Railroad that once ran throughout the resort, the All Aboard! Moonshine Cocktail Flight is a sampling of moonshine cocktails featuring the Gullywhumper, Blackberry Lightning, and Spiced Appleberry Shine for $17. ©Disney And for other specialty drinks, check out the following: Bear-y Buckle for $16.50 — combines Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey, pure cane sugar, lemon juice, bitters, Fever-Tree Ginger Beer, and muddled blackberries Camper’s Coupe for $14.50 — features Laird’s Applejack Brandy, orange and lemon juices, and a hint of maple syrup Meadows Cup for $15.50 — twist on a classic cocktail with Pimm’s No. 1 Liqueur Cup, Hendrick’s Gin, Minute Maid Premium Lemonade, and strawberry Clementine Old Fashioned — Angel’s Envy Bourbon, Hella Cocktail Co. Orange Bitters, and cane syrup garnished with a clementine wheel and Luxardo cherry Quail Trail Paloma for $15.50 — Teremana Blanco Tequila with Hella Cocktail Co. Smoked Chili Bitters, grapefruit soda, and a chili-lime rim Moonshine Margarita for $15.50 — Ole Smoky White Lightnin’ Moonshine, Triple Sec Liqueur, sweet-and-sour mix, and lime juice ©Disney We can’t wait to head to Crockett’s Tavern in a few days and check out this selection! Will this be a new must-visit lounge? We’ll have to wait and see! With DOZENS of places to eat at Disney World, we know it can be tough to plan your meals. That’s why we wrote the DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. We have reviews, pictures, and details about every restaurant all in one digital download – along with ALL of our best tips and strategies from decades of Disney World trips. We’ve got a special discount code for DFB readers, too! Use WDW2023 at checkout for 25% off! The Best (and Worst) Disney World Hotel Restaurants — 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 dined at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground? Tell us in the comments! The post MENU and PRICING Announced for UPDATED Disney World Hotel Restaurant first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are few things in this world we love more than Disney — but our furry family members are definitely on the list. BOOP And, even though we may never get to actually bring our pets into the parks, that doesn’t mean we can’t bring home some seriously stellar souvenirs for them. Listen, we may have spent a little more than we had planned on Fido on our last trip, but can you blame us with this stuff?! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We can’t help but go a bit overboard when it comes to buying things for our pets — and now you can too! You’re welcome. Check out this awesome gear we found on shopDisney. This Disney100 Pet Collar 100th anniversary collar Just because your dog can’t actually come with you to Magic Kingdom doesn’t mean they can’t help celebrate the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company too! We love the Mickey head and fireworks elements of this pet collar. View on shopDisney An Iconic Doom Buggy Bed The Doom Buggy in OUR house Do they make this giant Doom Buggy pet bed for adults? Asking for ourselves, obviously. This Doom Buggy bed was a hit when it came out last year and we still can’t get over how adorable it is. View on shopDisney Food & Water Dishes ©Disney If you can drink your coffee out of a Disney mug, why can’t your dog pretty much do the same?! We love the chic look of this bowl and the wooden tray it comes with too. View on shopDisneyYou’ll have the most stylish dog in all the land thanks to these items. Happy shopping — and don’t forget to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news and more! Yes, You Can Actually Bring Your Dog to Disney World with 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 Have you brought your pup to Disney World? Tell us in the comments. The post Listen, I Spent a LOT of Money on My Dog in Disney World. Here’s What I Bought Him. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Y’all, if you love to eat and love feeling like you’re on a wilderness expedition while doing so, then we have great news for you. Fort Wilderness In January of 2023, Disney announced that Trail’s End Restaurant at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground would close for refurbishment. In the past, the restaurant served family-style skillets for breakfast and dinner, and was a fan-favorite choice for many Disney World visitors. Trail’s End has been closed since February, but not for much longer! Yep, Disney just announced that Trail’s End Restaurant and Crockett’s Tavern are set to reopen on July 27th, 2023, featuring a new look AND some new food. Let’s check it out! Disney says that both dining locations will have a “fresh, new look that enhances the resort’s quaint charm and honors its heritage at the heart of the Walt Disney World Resort, with warm wooden furnishings, beamed ceilings, and rustic accents.” Now, let’s talk about food. Trail’s End has been reimagined to a quick-service restaurant. The marketplace concept now includes a pizza station where you can customize your own pie. You can also grab Market-style selections (like cold sandwiches or the Chicken Wrap or the Pioneer Berry Salad) or Hot Grab and Go selections (like pecan-smoked chicken, a rack of pork ribs, and even brisket!) Sides will include macaroni & cheese, plant-based cowboy beans, and mashed potatoes. You can also order entrees like cheeseburgers, plant-based vegetable burgers, chicken nuggets, and french fries. Homestyle Meals will also be available and will feature cornbread, coleslaw, and mashed potatoes with gravy and your choice of half a slab of barbecued ribs or two pieces of fried chicken. Of course, there will also be coffee and hot beverage options! Dessert options include Banana Pudding, Carrot Cake Cupcake, Blueberry Bread Pudding, and the legendary Strawberry Shortcake from Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue, and Lemon-Blueberry Trifle. The pastry team has created even more treats, like Fort Fruity Cookie featuring fruity cereal and white chocolate chips or the Peanut Butter and Jelly Cupcake. There will also be a S’more Cupcake and S’more cookie. Over at Crockett’s Tavern, the area has been refreshed as a longe with both indoor and outdoor seating. The reimagined menu will feature A Trio of Sliders, a pulled pork slider with BBQ sauce and coleslaw, brisket slider with Carolina BBQ and pickled onions, and a buffalo chicken slider with house-made blue cheese dressing and dill pickles served with seasoned french fries. You can also get the Chicken Bites, which are also served with celery, house-made ranch, blue cheese, and seasoned french fries. You can also choose your sauce: buffalo, garlic-parmesan, or blueberry BBQ. Plant offerings include the Crispy Cauliflower paired with a tasty garlic aïoli. Looking for a sweet treat? You can get the Trailblazin’ Dessert Trio, which is a s’more with chocolate pudding, graham cracker crumbs, and house-made marshmallow, a strawberry shortcake with strawberries and whipped cream, and a banana pudding with vanilla wafers, whipped cream, and a banana chip. You’ll be able to choose from a variety of cocktails, too. the All Aboard! Moonshine Cocktail Flight is a sampling of our favorite moonshine cocktails featuring the Gullywhumper, Blackberry Lightning, and Spiced Appleberry Shine. The Bear-y Buckle combines Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey, pure cane sugar, lemon juice, bitters, Fever-Tree Ginger Beer, and muddled blackberries for a touch of sweetness in this cocktail. The Camper’s Coupe is Laird’s Applejack Brandy, orange and lemon juices, and a hint of maple syrup. The Meadow’s Cup features Pimm’s No. 1 Liqueur Cup, Hendrick’s Gin, Minute Maid Premium Lemonade, and strawberry. You could also get the Clementine Old Fashioned with Angel’s Envy Bourbon, Hella Cocktail Co. Orange Bitters, and cane syrup garnished with a clementine wheel and Luxardo cherry. The Quail Trail Paloma serves up Teremana Blanco Tequila with Hella Cocktail Co. Smoked Chili Bitters, grapefruit soda, and a chili-lime rim. You can also get the Moonshine Margarita with Ole Smoky White Lightnin’ Moonshine, Triple Sec Liqueur, sweet-and-sour mix, and lime juice. What do you think? Will you be swinging by to try any of the new eats and sips on July 27th? We’ll continue to keep you updated with any and all Disney news, so make sure to follow along for more! Looking for more Disney food news? Click here for info on the 2023 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival! 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 any of these new snacks or drinks? The post BREAKING: Opening Date Announced for Trail’s End Restaurant in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Trail’s End has been undergoing a pretty lengthy refurbishment as of late. Trail’s End Restaurant In the past, this spot has been a table service restaurant at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campgrounds. However, it had previously been announced that a refurbishment meant this spot would be getting some pretty big changes soon. Now we’ve got some more details on what these changes are! Disney just announced that Trail’s End is reopening on July 27th! After the refurbishment, the family-style table service option will be gone and the restaurant will be “a marketplace concept with expanded quick service options.” But what will this actually look like? ©Disney Well, there will be plenty of options to choose from! The “refreshed marketplace concept” includes an on-stage pizza station where you can get just a slice or a whole pie. Two new menu items will be available here: A smokehouse-style pizza topped with house-smoked brisket, sausage, and pepperoni and a delicious roasted vegetable pie. ©Disney The Market-Style Selections are “filled with a variety of items with all the fixin’s to fit your fancy.” The Hot Grab and Go section is full of pecan-smoked whole chicken or brisket, and a rack of pork ribs — and fried chicken! Sides will be available by the pound — including macaroni & cheese, plant-based cowboy beans, and mashed potatoes. ©Disney There will also be classics like burgers, chicken nuggets, and french fries. The Homestyle Meals feature cornbread, coleslaw, and mashed potatoes with gravy and your choice of half a slab of barbecued ribs or two pieces of fried chicken. Plus, hand-scooped ice cream and coffee will be available. ©Disney You can also grab the new Chicken Wrap featuring the new house-made blueberry BBQ sauce or the returning favorite Pioneer Berry Salad. Some old favorite desserts will be returning as well, like the Banana Pudding, Carrot Cake Cupcake, Blueberry Bread Pudding, and the legendary Strawberry Shortcake from Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue. ©Disney And those are all the new details we’ve got so far! We’ll be at the opening of Trail’s End on July 27th, so keep checking back for more! ©Disney As always, be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news. Read our latest review of Trail’s End here! Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide The Best Magic Kingdom Restaurants The Best EPCOT Restaurant Restaurants The Best Restaurants in Disney’s Hollywood Studios The Best Restaurants in Disney’s Animal Kingdom The Best Disney Springs Restaurants The Best (and Worst) Disney World Hotel Restaurants Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you looking forward to this refurbishment? Tell us in the comments! The post SNEAK PEEK at the NEW MENU for Trail's End Restaurant in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve done EVERY SINGLE ride in Disney World. And we know the best tips and secrets for all of them! Magic Kingdom Besides doing every ride, we’ve used Genie+ and Individual Lightning Lanes dozens of times in the parks, which means that we have quite a bit of experience with handling those systems. That’s why, today, we’re here to tell you about the BEST Individual Lightning Lane in Disney World…and we’ve got proof. Which Individual Lightning Lane do we think is better than all the rest? Well, it also happens to be the newest one — TRON Lightcycle / Run. We’ve got a few reasons for our answer, but mainly, we need to talk about the queue. TRON Lightcycle / Run With most Individual Lightning Lanes, you end up skipping a large portion of the queue to get on the ride faster. While that may save you lots of time, it’ll also mean that you might miss some fun Easter eggs or theming details that Disney added to entertain the guests in line. But the great thing about the TRON Lightning Lane? You still get to experience everything…just with a shorter wait! TRON Lighting Lane The first part of the TRON Lightcycle / Run queue is outdoors (and very boring!), and thankfully, the Lightning Lane skips ALL of that. From there, you’ll head straight to the pre-show, which is the same as the pre-show that the guests who used the virtual queue see. Getting digitized in the pre-show After that, you get to walk directly above the launch zone for the coaster, just like the other guests. This is one of the coolest views in the queue! You’ll be able to look down on the launch zone Once that’s done, you’ll head down a separate hallway from the regular guests — but don’t worry, you’ll still get to watch the same pre-ride video that the others see in the queue. The difference is that you’ll get to watch without zigzagging back and forth throughout a large room — you’ve just got one hallway before you’re dropped off at the lockers. You still get to watch the queue video! At the lockers, the two lines will merge, and then you’ll be mixed in with the standby queue people (the ones who used the virtual queue). From there, you may have a short wait to board the ride, but it’ll likely be significantly less than what those without Lightning Lane waited. Lockers at TRON In fact, using the virtual queue, there have been multiple times where we’ve had to wait an hour or more in line after we arrived at the ride. That’s an hour of your Magic Kingdom day that could’ve been spent eating Dole Whip, enjoying a sit-down meal, or riding a bunch of other attractions! That’s why the Individual Lightning Lane here is our favorite. It saves time, AND you get the same queue experience. TRON Lightcycle / Run So next time you’re in Magic Kingdom, you may want to consider paying extra to use the Lightning Lane for TRON Lightcycle / Run. Of course, the virtual queue is free, so if you’re on a budget, there’s nothing wrong with that option — just remember that you’ll probably have to wait in a bit of a standby line. Stay tuned to DFB for more tips and advice for your upcoming Disney World vacation! We’ve got you covered with the latest details you need to know! Want to Know EVERYTHING About the TRON Virtual Queue? 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 used the Individual Lightning Lane for TRON Lightcycle / Run before? Tell us in the comments! The post Why One Disney World Lightning Lane Is Better Than All the Rest first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Trail's End Restaurant and Crockett's Tavern will be reopening their doors with enhanced looks and menus! Check out this exclusive First Look at what you can expect.View the full article

Disney has some amazing technology you can see throughout their parks. Rise of the Resistance technology is like no other Rise of the Resistance is a feat of technology on its own, and so are other rides like Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. But there’s a lot of cool Disney technology outside the U.S. parks as well, and now we’ve got a closer look at some of it! Disney Parks recently shared a video talking about some of the amazing drone technology that Disneyland Paris uses for their Disney D-Light Drone Show. Yes, instead of fireworks, these drones create multiple different shapes and illusions in the sky! Each of the drones has a GPS antenna on top and an LED light on the front to create the shapes. Disneyland Paris drones in action A control center is used each night to ensure the show goes as planned. This isn’t the only drone show Disney has done either! Walt Disney Studios Park, also in Disneyland Paris, did an Avengers drone show at the beginning of 2023. ©Disney We hope to see more of these shows around the parks in the United States, because hey, drones are cool! And while some Disney fans love fireworks, others may find them to be too loud and overstimulating — something that’s not as much of an issue with drone shows. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! Check out more super cool tech that Disney uses to make every guest feel welcome. 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 like to see more drone shows available in the parks? Tell us in the comments! The post Would You Give Up Fireworks in Disney World If You Could Have THIS Instead? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Okay, hear us out. Family vacations in Disney World can be amazing, but they can also be…a lot. Main Street, U.S.A. First, you’ve gotta make sure everyone has packed everything they need, then keep in mind everyone’s top “must do” items so no one gets upset, and be ready to roll with the punches because who knows what twists the parks might throw at you. Family vacations mean you get to see everyone’s different vacation styles, and sometimes those different styles are…less than compatible. Listen, we’ve been to Disney World TONS of times, so we know how to go with the flow and not let things ruin our trips. But sometimes our families have done things that made our eye twitch, and we have to hold in the steam that wants to come out of our ears. Hey, it happens to everyone. If you find yourself in any of the following situations, don’t panic — we’ve been there, and we have ways to solve them! Rope Drop Betrayal So there you are the night before your Magic Kingdom day — your whole family agrees you’re going to get up and rope drop the next morning. (“Rope Drop” means getting to the park well before it opens so you can be among the first people in and get on rides with a shorter wait.) You all rush to get ready for bed, knowing that the alarm is getting ready to go off in just a few hours. But then morning comes, and half the family has changed their mind. LONG lines at the entrance UGH! Trust us, we love our sleep, but we understand how frustrating it can be when your travel party changes their minds last minute. So how can you solve this issue? We have a few different suggestions: Agree to the sleep-in, but compromise that tomorrow/a later day in the trip will be a rope drop day. Plan to stay in the parks later that night, because you can often get in just as many rides, if not more, during the last hour of park opening as you can in the first hour. Split up! If it works for your group, you can divide and conquer — some of you take on the park early while others decide to join you later. EPCOT Crowds If you want to avoid this situation in the first place, we encourage your whole party to think long and hard about what waking up early means and whether it’s worth it for your party if you’ve got some non-early birds in the group. The. Starbucks. Line. Early mornings anywhere mean many people want to have their coffee fix in order to wake up. Disney World hotels have coffee makers in the resorts (are they the greatest? No. Is it coffee? Yes.), and you can also find Joffrey’s locations outside some Skyliner stations and some of the parks where you can get your much-needed caffeine. But one of your family members wanted Starbucks, and now you’re spending your rope drop hour in line…for coffee. Starbucks line So what do you do? Now you’re wasting your precious ride time waiting in line for coffee you could have stopped to get outside of the parks. Here are our suggestions: Split up…again! If the members in your party are old enough, split up so some can go ride rides while the others wait in line. Get Starbucks outside Disney property before stepping into the parks. Starbucks lines can be long everywhere, but they may be faster at locations outside the parks. (This one will only work if you have your own car.) Choose Joffrey’s instead! We have members of our team who like Joffrey’s coffee even more than Starbucks, and there are more locations around the parks with shorter lines. Skip this line and grab Joffrey’s instead! Listen, we know coffee is a necessity in the morning for many people, but keep in mind that these lines can get VERY long and take up a lot of valuable park time, so it’s important to compromise here too, and maybe try a new coffee drink from Joffrey’s or another spot around property. Your Reservation Goes To Waste There you were, 60 days ago, waking up at the crack of dawn to snag a dining reservation at your favorite restaurant. And now that you’re here, the day before the reservation, no one wants to do it. Dining Room at Cinderella’s Royal Table This is a tough one because once you’re in the parks having fun, it’s hard to take a break to eat, especially for a long, sit-down meal. Kids may especially have trouble with this, but we’ve got some suggestions. Take advantage of the new 2-hour cancelation rule. Now, most Disney World table service restaurants will allow you to cancel your reservation up to 2 hours in advance without being charged anything. There are some exceptions to this rule though, so make sure everyone knows the plan for the day over 24 hours in advance, just to be safe. Compromise! Let those who don’t want to go to the restaurant choose the very next activity after you eat. This way, they may feel less like their wishes are being skipped over. You guessed it…split up! If it’s over 2 hours before your reservation time, many restaurants will allow you to modify the number of guests you’ll have at your reservation. Some restaurants that need 24 hours’ notice may be more difficult to do this with, and we wouldn’t recommend this for these. Be Our Guest Restaurant There are countless other situations you may find yourself in on your vacation, but we hope these solutions can help you navigate your tough situations as they arise. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news and tips! These are the Disney World tips no one will tell you, but WE will! 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’s the toughest situation you’ve been in with your family/travel party in Disney? Tell us in the comments! The post “You Think You Know Someone” -- 3 Times My Family Totally Betrayed Me in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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