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Dead MagicBand+ batteries can wreck your Disney World morning faster than a sudden Central Florida thunderstorm. MultiCharger for MagicBand+ Nothing’s worse than realizing your band didn’t charge overnight right before you’re heading out the hotel door for rope drop, Lightning Lane check-ins, ride photos, and resort entry. After multiple Disney World trips and plenty of late-night hotel room charging chaos, we decided to test two popular MagicBand+ charging solutions to see which one actually made park life easier. Both worked well, but one quickly became our go-to for almost every trip. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. This Tiny Charger Solved Our Biggest Hotel Room Problem MultiCharger for MagicBand+ Disney hotel rooms never seem to have enough outlets. Between phones, portable chargers, smartwatches, and cooling fans, things get crowded fast by bedtime. Add multiple MagicBand+ chargers into the mix and suddenly every surface near the outlet looks like a tangled mess. That’s exactly why we ended up loving the MultiCharger for MagicBand+. This thing is surprisingly lightweight, incredibly compact, and genuinely easy to throw into a park bag without adding bulk. The biggest advantage is how portable it feels compared to other multi-band chargers we tested. It plugs into USB-A ports, which meant we could use it with portable batteries during long park days or connect it to almost any charging brick we already owned. MultiCharger for MagicBand+ The setup also felt specifically designed for Disney travelers. It can charge multiple MagicBand+ devices at once while only taking up one outlet. Everything about it felt practical for real Disney vacations instead of something generic repurposed for MagicBands. Unlike some bulkier chargers, this one easily slid into our sling bag without making it feel heavy. That mattered more than we expected once we were spending 10-plus hours walking around the parks. If you travel with MagicBand+ often, this is the one we’d pack every time. view ON AMAZON The Family-Friendly Pick That Keeps Everything in One Spot Doohoeek Charging Station for MagicBand+ If you’re traveling with a larger group, keeping track of everybody’s charging cords gets old very quickly. Chargers disappear into backpacks, cords get mixed up, and somebody always forgets to plug their MagicBand+ in before bed. That’s where the Doohoeek Charging Station for MagicBand+ really impressed us. This charger powers up four MagicBand+ devices simultaneously, and it only requires one USB-C cable. For families, that convenience is huge. Instead of four separate chargers sprawled across the room, you get one compact station that keeps everything organized in a single place. Doohoeek Charging Station for MagicBand+ We especially liked how secure the charging setup felt once the bands were connected. The dock uses a press-and-release slot design instead of dangling cords attached directly to the bands, so there’s less clutter overall. It also charged all four bands pretty quickly, which is great when everybody gets back to the room exhausted and needs devices ready for the next morning. That said, we did run into one consistent issue. Getting the MagicBands snapped into place could feel awkward, especially with multiple bands at once. It usually took two hands and a little patience to get everything lined up correctly. For solo travelers, it also felt a little bulkier than necessary compared to simply carrying a standard charger. Charging our MagicBand Still, for families or larger travel groups, this thing absolutely gets the job done and makes nightly charging feel much more organized. view ON AMAZON So Which One Actually Won? After testing both in Disney World hotels and during long park days, the MultiCharger for MagicBand+ came out on top for us overall. It’s smaller, lighter, easier to travel with, and more flexible when you’re constantly on the go. For most Disney World visitors, especially adults traveling with one or two bands, it just fits more naturally into the way people actually vacation. The Doohoeek Charging Station is still a solid option, particularly for families who want all their bands charging in one place overnight. But when portability, convenience, and everyday park practicality mattered most, the MultiCharger consistently won us over. We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

Disney World hotels are kinda our secret spots to grab some of the best snacks. Lately, there have been a lot of treats released, and honestly, we can’t get enough. Let’s try some snacks! This time, we’re heading to two resorts to check out the latest snacks to see if you should add them to your list. Some snacks are worth it if you’re staying at the resort, but others are worth the extra trip to grab them. Let’s check them out! First up, we headed to The Mara at Animal Kingdom Lodge. We grabbed the Giraffe Cake Bar for $5.99. Giraffe Cake Bar The cake on the side was soft and pretty dense. There was a thin layer of icing on the outside that was subtle and did not have too much of a flavor. We thin kthe overall size was great for $6 and easy to share. It did just taste like vanilla cake with chocolate chips on the back, adding a nice crunch. While this was a rather simple treat, sometimes those are the best ones, and nice for pickier eaters who still want in on the fun. Inside We also had the Africa-shaped Sandwich Cookie for $5.29. Africa-shaped Sandwich Cookie This was a nice surprise! It tasted like a zebra cake with raspberry jelly filling. The cookie was similar to the iced cookie in the grocery store, but a little thinner. The icing had a nice crunch, and the jelly filling was a little tangy, which balanced out the sweetness from the cookie, and we could probably eat a wild amount of these. Look at those layers! Then we headed to Centertown Market at Caribbean Beach Resort. We started with the S’mores Chocolate Marshmallow Tart for $6.49. This is a vanilla tart with graham cracker, chocolate ganache, marshmallow, and pretzels. S’mores Chocolate Marshmallow Tart This is one of those desserts that work best when you get a little bit of everything in one bite. The tart filling is a dark chocolate that is on the bitter side, but with the shell, it balances it out. The marshmallows on top were very soft and fluffy and reminded us of s’mores over the campfire. We were not in love with the chocolate-dipped pretzels on top that were fairly stale, but once we picked them off, we enjoyed the tart, especially if you’re into dark chocolate. Inside Then we had the Mango Mocha Tart for $5.99, which is a vanilla tart filled with mango and topped with mocha meringue. Mango Mocha Tart First off, we loved the size for the $6, especially since you could share it. The tart was crunchy without being dry and balanced the mousse’s smoothness. The vanilla flavor was creamy and not too sweet, with a stronger mango flavor. The mocha meringue on top was smooth and added some chocolate flavor, similar to a chocolate-dipped mango. Each bite was sweet and a little sour without being overpowering and obnoxious. It was truly light and refreshing, and a great option. Inside Finally, we ended with the Tropical Mousse Cheesecake for $6.49. Disney didn’t have a description for the dessert, so we were going in with no expectation. Tropical Mousse Cheesecake This was a…unique experience. Our reporter said, “This is what I imagine alien food is like.” It was light and refreshing, with a smooth texture, but we couldn’t pick out any specific flavors. It was a bit strange and not unenjoyable, but it definitely was interesting, where each bite had us wondering what was going on. Inside In the meantime, make sure you keep following Disney Food Blog for more of the best food reviews you need to know before going to Disney World. REVIEW: ARE THESE 6 NEW SNACKS WORTH GOING OUT OF YOUR WAY FOR AT DISNEY WORLD? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW View the full article

Bluey’s Wild World officially opens at Animal Kingdom on May 26th, but Disney opened this new attraction early! Bluey and Bingo! This new family-friendly experience can be found over at Conservation Station, meaning you’ll need to take the Wildlife Express over. At Bluey’s Wild World, you can meet Bluey, have dance parties, play games from the show, and visit a petting zoo with all Australian animals like kangaroos and wallabies! But, this soft opening has exposed some pretty glaring problems with the new attraction. Not only is the stroller aspect inconvenient, but you’ll have to wait for the train on your way to Bluey’s Wild World AND on your way back, which can be a bit annoying. While the trains do come rather frequently, it’s just one more thing you’ll be waiting in line for at Disney World. The animals might not be ready Jumping Junction is home to kangaroos and wallabies, and while in the future, you’ll be able to walk around and get relatively close to the animals, that’s not the case for now. Cast Members said that the animals are still getting used to being here, and they want to make sure that they are completely comfortable before allowing people to get close to them. Jumping Junction They didn’t share when the animals might feel comfortable, so if you’re heading to Bluey’s Wild World shortly after it opens, keep in mind that you might have to look at the animals from a distance for now. You can only access via Virtual Queue (for now) If you want to visit Bluey’s Wild World when it officially opens, here’s everything you need to know about the Virtual Queue: In the morning, before 7 AM, open your My Disney Experience App and on the main page, click on Virtual Queue. Here, it will take you to the Bluey’s Wild World Virtual Queue page. When you get to this page, confirm your party and then wait until 7 AM. Once it hits 7 AM, you’ll be able to try to join the queue. To join the queue at 7 AM, you must have a valid park admission or a theme park reservation if applicable. ©Disney And if you don’t get the first drop, don’t worry, there is another drop at 10 AM. However, you should be aware that to participate in the 10 AM drop, you need to be inside the park. Disney has not announced how long this Virtual Queue system will be in place for, so if you have a trip coming up, be prepared to secure a virtual queue if you want to hang with Bluey. Bluey and Bingo! We’ll be on the lookout for even more updates from Animal Kingdom and beyond. In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and beyond! HUGE Change Hits Wildlife Express Train in Disney World…and You’re Gonna Love It Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be heading to Bluey’s Wild World at Animal Kingdom after it opens? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

Summertime is here, and Disney Springs is getting ready to celebrate big with new eats! ©Disney Similar to the Disney World parks, there are limited-time eats and drinks on their way to select Disney Springs restaurants, and we’ll tell you now, some of these have already moved to the TOP of our lists! If you’re heading to the shopping and dining district soon, here are some of the new items you’ll want to add to your “must-grab” list. To be clear, there are LOTS of eats and drinks coming to Disney Springs for the season, but we were extra curious about which ones are brand new, and we found five of them. If you’re also interested in trying the BRAND new items coming soon, here are the ones you’ll want to be on the lookout for: Beef and Mushroom Poutine at The Daily Poutine ©Disney Key Lime-Grapefruit Tart at Amorette’s Patisserie ©Disney Wine Slushy Flight at Amorette’s Patisserie (we’ve seen wine slushes here before, but never in a flight! If these are anything like the wine slush flights over at Wine Bar George, we’re in for a treat) ©Disney Chocolate Pistachio Sipper at The Ganachery ©Disney Summer Social Donut Flight at Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew ©Disney Some of the returning eats that we’re looking forward to checking out are: Cheddar Biscuit Burger (also called the Glowing Oak Burger) at D-Luxe Burger Southern Smoke House Crunch at Chicken Guy! Titos Strawberry Key Limeade at City Works Black Grouper Bites at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar Disney Springs We’re also still waiting to hear if Flavors of Florida is officially coming back this year, which will likely bring OTHER new menu items into the shopping and dining district for the summer. More Recent Disney Springs News! Donut AND Wine Slushy Flights? Disney Springs Quietly Reveals NEW Summer Menu ItemsWe’ve Had EVERY Cookie at Gideon’s Bakehouse and We’re Ranking Them From ‘Top of the Line’ to ‘Hard Pass’Over 70 New Foods and Drinks Landed at Disney World This WeekREVIEW: This Disney World Donut Looks Like a Burger, and Yes, It’s as Amazing as It SoundsVisiting Disney World This Week? You’ve Gotta Know What You’re Getting Into! We’ll be sure to bring you all the latest Disney World dining news, as well as reviews, so you know what’s worth grabbing on your next trip — stay tuned to DFB! Three of the BEST Happy Hour Deals Currently Available in Disney Springs Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Which of these items are you most looking forward to? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Here at Disney Food Blog, we’re at the Disney Parks 24/7. We love Loungefly bags for our park days because they’re super spacious for everything you’d need, but lightweight enough to carry around all day! ©Box Lunch When we were on Box Lunch looking for a new Loungefly Mini Backpack, this one stopped us in our tracks. We have two words for you – customizable ears. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get this Minnie Mouse Flower Magnetic Ears Mini Backpack with customizable ears! ©Box Lunch This Minnie Mouse Flower Magnetic Ears Mini Backpack is a pastel pink faux leather featuring embroidered flowers, beaded centers, and tulle petals. The coordinating inner lining is a pink gingham pattern covered in matching pink Minnies. And we can’t forget about the 3D bow and ears! ©Box Lunch But these ears are hiding a secret; you can customize them! This bag comes with three pairs of magnetic ears that you can swap in and out with ease. You can choose from a plain pastel pink, a pink floral with white flowers, and an orange floral with yellow and pink flowers! The possibilities are endless with this Box Lunch exclusive Loungefly bag. View on Box Lunch We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

The day is finally almost here! Bluey’s Wild World officially opens to the public in Disney’s Animal Kingdom on May 26th, but the land has opened EARLY! Bluey! This is just one part of Disney’s Cool Kids’ Summer event, taking place from May 26th through September 8th this year, but it’s easily one of the most anticipated offerings. Bluey’s Wild World can be found over at Conservation Station, meaning you’ll need to take the Wildlife Express over. Prepare yourselves, though, because this area looks TOTALLY different now! You can also play games with Bluey and Bingo, and the kiddos were LOVING IT! Seriously, we think this might be the most joy we’ve ever seen on kids’ faces at Disney World, and we’ve been doing this for YEARS. The interactive show is adorable — there are four games and a short dance party at the end. Kiddos are loving it The good news is that Bluey and Bingo really make sure to make their way through the crowd so that all kids (and adults) get to say hi — even if it’s pretty quick. The bad news is that it’s SO loud between the music and the kids screaming that it’s a real relief once the show is over. LOTS going on More good news is that all of the exhibits inside Conservation Station have stuck around, so you can still see the reptiles, creepy crawlies, and the vet staff performing exams and doing surgery from time to time. Jumping Junction — the new animal area featuring red and grey kangaroos, plus wallabies — has opened early, too. Currently, you can come and look at the kangaroos through the fence, but in the future, you’ll be able to walk around them. Cast Members said that the animals are still getting used to being here, and they want to make sure that they are completely comfortable before allowing people to get close to them. There will also be exciting Bluey-themed snacks and drinks to check out, and you can see the full list here. We got to try the new Fairy Bread Cake — check out our review here! Fairy Bread Cake If you want to visit Bluey’s Wild World when it officially opens, here’s everything you need to know about the Virtual Queue: In the morning, before 7 AM, open your My Disney Experience App and on the main page, click on Virtual Queue. Here, it will take you to the Bluey’s Wild World Virtual Queue page. When you get to this page, confirm your party and then wait until 7 AM. Once it hits 7 AM, you’ll be able to try to join the queue. ©Disney To join the queue at 7 AM, you must have a valid park admission or a theme park reservation if applicable. And if you don’t get the first drop, don’t worry, there is another drop at 10 AM. However, you should be aware that to participate in the 10 AM drop, you need to be inside the park. Disney has not announced how long this Virtual Queue system will be in place for, so if you have a trip coming up, be prepared to secure a virtual queue if you want to hang with Bluey. We’re so excited! This is certain to be a VERY popular experience all summer long, so be sure to pack your patience and prepare yourself for waiting in some intense lines! More Recent Animal Kingdom News! BREAKING: The NEW Bluey Experience at Disney World Has Opened EARLYHUGE Change Hits Wildlife Express Train in Disney World…and You’re Gonna Love ItWhy We’re Suddenly Excited About Chips in Disney WorldOver 70 New Foods and Drinks Landed at Disney World This WeekVisiting Disney World This Week? You’ve Gotta Know What You’re Getting Into! We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Disney World news this summer, so stay tuned to DFB! I Tried the Top 6 Water Bottles for Disney World – Here’s the Winner Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you looking forward to experiencing this new offering? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

In late December 2026, a Disney World Cast Member was injured after he stepped between the crowd to stop a runaway fake prop that weighs 400 pounds at the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular in Hollywood Studios. Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular The incident happened in one of the first scenes of the show when a prop boulder begins to roll down a ramp towards Indiana Jones, which is a recreation of a scene from Raiders of the Lost Ark. The Cast Member, Robert Herrick, then jumps between the prop and the audience to stop it from bounding into the crowd. After months of recovery, Herrick has officially returned to work, according to WFTV. Herrick received serious injuries — such as vertebral fractures — during the incident. He returned to work this past week and performed again in the stunt spectacle on Friday, May 22nd. He previously said that stopping the boulder was worth it. “I can’t tell you that I was just thinking of anything other than it cannot make the audience,” he said. Indiana Jones Though Herrick has returned to the show, the boulder prop is still not being used in the show. Disney has not shared when or if it might return, but we’re hopeful it will come back at some point. The Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular show is still running at Hollywood Studios, however. Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular In a statement released shortly after the incident, Disney shared, “We’re focused on supporting our cast member, who is recovering. Safety is at the heart of what we do, and that element of the show will be modified as our safety team completes a review of what happened.” In the video, the Cast Member doesn’t immediately get up after being hit. At that point, several other Cast Members are seen running to his side. Disney has previously shared that this boulder weighs up to 400 pounds and is made of rubber. Set Piece Without Anyone Working on it We’ll be on the lookout for even more updates from Disney World and beyond. In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more! Check out more Hollywood Studios news at the links below! MAJOR Changes Hit Baby Care Center at Disney’s Hollywood Studios3 HUGE Disney World Announcements from This Week (Including a NEW Snack Stand and NEW Rides!)Visiting Disney World This Week? You’ve Gotta Know What You’re Getting Into!REVIEW: We Tried Disney’s New Grogu Cookies, And Our LIVES HAVE CHANGEDDisney’s Hollywood Studios Meet and Greet Changes You Need To Know Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you seen the Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular at Disney’s Hollywood Studios? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

It’s been an exciting few days in Disney World with numerous new attractions opening in the parks, and now another one has just soft opened in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Bluey! That’s right, Bluey’s Wild World in Animal Kingdom had a very quiet soft opening today with NO Virtual Queue needed (which will change starting tomorrow!), and EVERYTHING about this experience has changed, including the Wildlife Express that takes you over to the new area of the park. In fact, if you listen closely on the train, you’ll hear none other than Robert Irwin! We’ll be sure to keep you updated on this new offering tomorrow as well, when it’s open officially so you know what to expect — be sure to stay tuned to DFB! Everything You Need To Know About Bluey’s Wild World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW How do you feel about Robert Irwin being the new narrator? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

It’s Memorial Day weekend, which means it’s time for some backyard cook-outs, the beginning of summer, and in some cases, theme park visits. Sukeen 4pack Cooling Towel However, it’s also a good weekend for shopping on Amazon because Amazon always has some pretty epic Memorial Day weekend sales. Well, this year is no different, and we’ve found some Disney souvenirs and essentials that are marked down quite a bit. So grab your wallet and get ready to do some shopping! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get the 4-Pack of Cooling Towels Sukeen 4 Pack Cooling Towel Summer is here, and that means it’s going to be hot in Disney World. But we love these cooling towels because they’re easy to put in your park bag and take out and wet when you need them. They make a HUGE difference. Each towel also comes in its own carrying pouch with a carabiner that you can easily attach to your bag. Grab this 4-pack on sale now! view ON AMAZON Buy the 3-in-1 Handheld Mini Fan JISULIFE Handheld Mini Fan That’s not the only Disney essential on sale this weekend, though! You’ll also be able to grab this mini fan that can also double as a power bank and flashlight. We love a multi tool! The fan will help you stay cool on those hot days, though. view ON AMAZON Get the Stroller Sling Cargo Net ©Amazon If you’ll be pushing a little one around in the parks, this sling cargo net is SO handy for just putting on your stroller to stash with snacks, toys, bottles, and other essentials. view ON AMAZON Get the Loungefly Mickey & Friends All-Over Print Mini Backpack ©Amazon Now’s also a great time to score a discounted Loungefly, and this one has been marked down over 40%! It features embossed figures of Mickey and all his best friends, as well as a pretty lace detail front pocket embossed with Mickey. view ON AMAZON Buy the Waist Fan Our AMKEN Waist Fan on our waist So a portable fan or a handheld fan might not be your thing, but believe us when we say we were surprised at how cool this waist fan kept us. First, it blows air up across your torso, which helps you feel cooler than just having air on your face or neck. You can also just wear it on your belt so your hands free! view ON AMAZON We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

Summer in Disney World is always full of lots and lots of people and crowds; however, one weekend is known for its crazy crowds and intense wait times: The Fourth of July. Magic Kingdom And even though the Fourth of July weekend is still over a month away, we are already seeing signs that it’s gonna be a super busy weekend. Park reservations are already starting to fill up, so let’s get into what you need to know if you’re planning on visiting Disney World over that weekend. Currently, the 3rd, 4th, and 5th of July all have limited park reservation availability. Only Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios are available to be booked, while Magic Kingdom and EPCOT are completely sold out. However, these park reservations only apply to ticket holders without a date-based reservation, so most of those guests with date-based tickets don’t need to worry about this update. 4th of July Park Reservations! So, if you do not have a date-based ticket, we would suggest booking those reservations as soon as possible. However, since there is still availability at two parks if you want to visit EPCOT and Magic Kingdom on any of those three days, you can check into the park you reserved, then hop over to another park after, even though the reservations are full. This only applies if you have a park hopper ticket AND if the park has not reached capacity. As well, we noticed that reservations are still open to Incredi Pass and Socerer Pass, Passholders. However, Passholders with the Pirate Pass or Pixie Pass are blocked out for this weekend. And any Passholders with availability should also book soon in case Passholder Reservations run out. Passholder Park Reservations for Fourth of July Weekend It’s also important to note that Magic Kingdom is going to be especially busy on the Fourth of July, because of the exclusive fireworks show that happens that evening. It is possible that on these extremely busy and popular days, the parks can reach capacity. So that means if you’re not in the park when it reaches capacity, then you won’t be able to get in. When visiting Disney World during these extremely popular times, it’s important to have a plan so you know exactly how to get the most out of your visit and beat the crowds. EPCOT has its own fireworks show, too, and while it tends to get crowded, it’s not typically as packed as Magic Kingdom. Main Street U.S.A. crowds We always make sure to keep you informed of all Disney news, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog so you never miss anything! Price INCREASE Hits Disney World’s Most Expensive Restaurant! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you planning to visit Disney World over the Fourth of July? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

EPCOT has changed a lot over the past few years, but one thing hasn’t changed: this park has its own rhythm. EPCOT Between festivals, World Showcase snacks, and late-night rides, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement and accidentally make your day way harder than it needs to be. Some EPCOT “rules” are official Disney policies. Others are habits seasoned park fans swear by after years of trial and error. If you want a smoother park day with fewer headaches, these are the mistakes you’ll want to avoid on your next visit. Starting World Showcase in Canada We said what we said. If you’re doing a full World Showcase loop, the correct answer is starting in Mexico. EPCOT’s Mexico Pavilion The Mexico Pavilion just feels like the perfect EPCOT kickoff. It’s indoors, air-conditioned, and home to one of the best ride-and-snack combos in the entire park. Grabbing a margarita, tacos, or a pastry from inside the pavilion before the crowds build is one of the smartest ways to ease into the day. Reposado shot at La Cava del Tequila Meanwhile, starting in Canada first can throw off your pacing, especially if you’re planning to snack or drink your way around the lagoon. Mexico simply sets the tone better, and longtime EPCOT fans will defend this take with their whole chest. Treating Drinking Around the World Like a Sprint Drinking Around the World is practically an EPCOT rite of passage, but too many people approach it like a competition instead of a marathon. Elderflower Sparkling Cocktail Florida heat is no joke, especially during festival season when you’re outside for hours. If you’re ordering cocktails around World Showcase, water is non-negotiable. So is actual food. A couple festival booths and one pretzel are not enough to carry you through eleven countries. The smartest EPCOT visitors alternate drinks with water and build snack breaks into their route. Your future self will thank you around the France Pavilion. Rope Dropping Spaceship Earth Look, we love Spaceship Earth as much as anybody. It’s iconic, nostalgic, and basically EPCOT’s giant silver welcome sign. But heading there immediately at park open is one of the easiest ways to waste valuable morning time. Spaceship Earth A lot of guests instinctively stop there first, which causes the wait to spike early in the day. Meanwhile, other attractions throughout the park often have significantly shorter lines during that same window. Save Spaceship Earth for later in the afternoon or evening when the wait drops. Riding through the history of communication somehow feels even better once the sun starts going down anyway. Ignoring Festival Booth Lines Early One of the biggest EPCOT mistakes happens during festivals. People assume they can circle back to popular food booths later. Bad idea. India booth Festival crowds can build fast, especially on weekends. The most popular booths can end up with surprisingly long waits by lunchtime, and some festival items even sell out before the day ends. If there’s a dish or drink you’ve been looking forward to trying, prioritize it earlier than you think you need to. EPCOT festivals reward people who plan ahead just a little bit. Wearing Brand-New Shoes This sounds dramatic until you hit your seventh pavilion and realize your feet are staging a protest. EPCOT is huge. Between World Celebration, World Discovery, World Nature, and the entire World Showcase loop, you can rack up an absurd number of steps without realizing it. EPCOT’s World Showcase Comfortable shoes are essential here, especially during summer afternoons when the heat drains your energy faster. Breaking in new sneakers during an EPCOT day is a rookie move that can derail your entire trip by dinner time. EPCOT rewards guests who slow down, plan smart, and avoid a few classic mistakes. A little strategy goes a long way in this park, especially now that crowds, festivals, and summer heat can turn a casual day into a chaotic one pretty quickly. Stay tuned to DisneyFoodBlog for more Disney World updates, planning tips, and park day advice to help you make the most of your next vacation. 5 Rules I Think Everyone Should Break in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your biggest EPCOT hot take? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

It’s another long holiday weekend in Disney World, and if there’s anything we’ve learned from them in the past, it’s that the crowds can truly be unpredictable. It’s Memorial Day in Disney World! We’ve had holiday weekends that were predictably packed, and then others that made us question if we got the date wrong and it’s just a normal Monday. Memorial Day is a bit different, though, because it often falls at the start of summer vacation for many families, as their kids have just ended school. So what do things look like this year? Our boots are on the ground right now in Magic Kingdom, and let’s just say that, once again, things shocked us a bit! Crowds at the TTC and the entrance gates didn’t give us anything to be concerned about, but we didn’t want to let down our guard just yet, because things can look very different when you actually step into the park. However, once we got onto Main Street, U.S.A., we’ll admit that things looked a little busy, but it wasn’t any different than recent summer days we’ve seen. Main Street U.S.A. crowds Most people on Main Street were moving onto other parts of the park, though, so, with our curiosity piqued, we headed over to Fantasyland to see what was going on. To our surprise…it wasn’t crowded AT ALL. Sure, there were people walking around, but it was far from shoulder-to-shoulder. Fantasyland crowds The biggest tell? We walked by the sign for Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, and as it turns out, they have walk-up availability today, which is a MASSIVE sign that crowds aren’t intense today at all! We remember when getting a reservation was like gearing up to go to battle, but today? No need to worry about that. Walk-Up availability on Memorial Day! Now, it’s important to note that crowds very much may not be like this elsewhere. While Jessie’s Roundup did just soft open in Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios just saw the beginning of the phased opening of The Walt Disney Studios, which is very exciting, and EPCOT soft opened Soarin’ Across America early. Jessie’s Roundup If you’re sticking around in Disney World for the rest of the week, keep in mind that crowds between today and the rest of the week may be COMPLETELY different. May 26th is a massive day in the parks with even MORE new attractions opening. It’s officially the beginning of Cool KIDS’ SUMMER across the whole resort, which is bringing so many fun additions that kiddos especially will love. Bluey’s Wild World will also open in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets will open its doors to the public in Hollywood Studios — we told you it was a lot! Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Don’t worry, we’ll be here to bring you all the latest Disney World news throughout this week and beyond, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB! 5 Things That’ll Make Your Disney World Hotel Room 10x Better This Summer Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Do you enjoy being in Disney World for long weekends? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Ever since we saw the Her Universe Disney Nostalgia collection in the Disney parks, we’ve been WAITING for it to arrive online, and now, that day is finally here! ©Disney Store Yep, the collection that you’ve been so tempted by that you’ve been telling yourself that it’s a good thing you’re not near the parks because otherwise you’d buy it all in a heartbeat? It’s online right now, so it’s time to either make some questionable financial decisions or throw your card as far away from you as possible to stop yourself from filling your closet with this adorable collection! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The Most Perfect Athletic Dress Walt Disney World Athletic Dress Make your park outfit as easy as possible by having it all in ONE! The Walt Disney World Athletic Dress makes that possible because it’s not only got built-in shorts, but it also has a built-in bra for support. The style of it absolutely SCREAMS nostalgia, and we wouldn’t be surprised if we see these around everywhere this summer. Grab it online! Tank Tops Are The Move This Summer ©Disney Store If you’re a big fan of tank tops and want to rock one from the collection this summer, the Walt Disney World Tank Top is absolutely calling your name. Thanks to the light pink color paired with the white and pastel writing, this is especially great for those who don’t want their love of Disney to absolutely be shouted from the rooftops, because it’s a bit more subtle. Grab it online! For This Upcoming Winter Walt Disney World V-Neck Pullover Sweatshirt We may be in the beginning of summer now, and many of us can’t even think about wearing sweatshirts, but it’ll get chilly again, and when it does, the Walt Disney World V-Neck Pullover Sweatshirt will be perfect! We adore that the logo on the front literally looks like the iconic sign you drive under to get to the resort — what better way to bring out all those nostalgic feelings? Grab it online! Back To The Classics Walt Disney World T-Shirt Are you a fan of t-shirts, and that’s what you’d prefer to stick with? Don’t worry, the Walt Disney World T-Shirt is one that you’ll love, especially with that plaid pattern that reminds us all of our childhoods. We love the slightly bedazzled Disney “D” in the middle, especially when paired with the embroidered Cinderella Castle and “71” at the top left. Grab it online! If You Need A New Bag… ©Disney Store If you find that you don’t need any more clothes in your closet but you want something from this adorable collection, you can’t go wrong with the Walt Disney World Marquee Mini Tote Bag! It’s white all over with light pink accents on the straps and inside the bag. On the front, you’ll find an outline of Cinderella Castle with a pink Walt Disney World banner in front, complete with “Established in 1971” below it. Grab it online! We Can’t Say No To Skorts! Walt Disney World Skort We love skirts just as much as the next person, especially during the summer, but if you’ve gotta worry about putting on shorts underneath, that’s just something else to worry about. That’s why we’re SO glad the Walt Disney World Skort is just that — a SKORT! Yes, the shorts are already built into this skirt, so there’s no need to worry about adding additional ones. Grab it online! Want to shop the whole collection (yes, there’s more where that came from!)? Check it out below! Check out the whole collection! We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Disney merchandise news, so stay tuned to DFB! Which part of the collection is your favorite? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Ever since Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs opened at Disney’s BoardWalk, it’s been one of our favorite places to grab a bite to eat — and for more than just corn dogs, too. Deep Fried Cheesecake Don’t get us wrong, we LOVE the corn dogs there (this one with cheese in it is a favorite), but some of our absolute favorite eats here have been the desserts! We literally dream about the Deep Fried Hawaiian Rolls from Blue Ribbon, so when we saw that another deep-fried dessert was coming to the menu, we absolutely had to try it out, too. We’re bringing you our full review of the new Deep Fried Cheesecake! We grabbed the new Deep Fried Cheesecake from Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs for $13. It’s a slice of plain cheesecake, battered and fried in pancake batter, then dusted with powdered sugar and covered in strawberries, served with a side of whipped cream. If this sounds incredibly sweet and indulgent, you’d be right about that! The cheesecake is perfectly fried, and the ratio of batter to cheesecake is perfect. The cheesecake itself is a classic New York-style cheesecake and is fluffy and rich — not too sweet and full of the classic cream cheese whipped flavors that immediately scream cheesecake. The crust on the cheesecake is a graham cracker crust and is thick enough that you can taste it even with the batter. Deep Fried Cheesecake on a stick The only small downside was the strawberry topping — this would have been so much better if you received a cup of it to control how much of the sauce you want in each bite. Also, there weren’t many berry pieces on our serving, which, with the size of the cheesecake, we wished there had been. The berries used for the sauce were also frozen, so it wasn’t a super-fresh strawberry flavor. Overall, this was a hit, but we would like more sauce. SUPER creamy and moist The good news is that this thing is HUGE and definitely shareable. It was so heavy that we couldn’t even pick it up by the stick it came on — we ended up needing to use a fork to eat it. While we enjoyed it, we still don’t think it beats the Deep Fried Hawaiian Rolls on the menu here — those are still the best! We’ll be on the lookout for even more new snacks to review at Disney World and beyond. In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more! Check out more Disney World snack reviews at the links below! REVIEW: Can This NEW Dessert Dethrone One of Our FAVORITE Disney World Snacks?!We’ve Had EVERY Cookie at Gideon’s Bakehouse and We’re Ranking Them From ‘Top of the Line’ to ‘Hard Pass’REVIEW: We Tried a $25 Ice Cream Sundae in Disney World, and You Know What? We’d Do It AGAIN!FULL REVIEW: We Tried EVERYTHING at the NEW Muppets Food Truck in Hollywood StudiosREVIEW: Disney World Brought Back a Long-Lost Snack and Made It BETTER Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be running to Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs to try this new dessert? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

Back in early January, it was announced that during Cool KIDS’ SUMMER this year, there would be a NEW addition coming to the event over in Magic Kingdom. Jessie’s Roundup is HERE! Disney announced that this summer, Jessie, Woody, and friends will join guests at the Diamond Horseshoe for some “energetic fun” at Jessie’s Roundup! However, other than mentioning that you’ll be able to craft, dance, and yodel your heart out at this special event, that’s about all we knew. The experience just soft opened, though, so we just got to step into the roundup for the first time and see what’s offered! The experience soft opened in Magic Kingdom on May 24th, and with that, we got to see the full scale of what’s available at this new offering! To start, there are TONS of fun games for kiddos in here, all with Cast Members nearby to help assist them in playing, if they need it. Lots of games! There’s a maze they can use their finger to figure out the path, a small cornhole-style game, a ring around the horseshoe game, a spot the difference picture game, and big blocks to play with. Fun activities! When you enter, you’re given a deputy star sticker, and there’s a board nearby to make your own deputy name based on your favorite Toy Story character! Or, you can just write your name, if you’d like! So fun! There are also multiple shows you can see inside, not just one! The first one we got to see starred Jessie herself and had original songs all about Jessie being the yodeling cowgirl. You’ll even get to see Woody come out and join in on the fun! Woody and Jessie! The second show we got to see starred none other than Bullseye, and he taught kids the Horseshoe Stomp, while his friend Dusty Strings played the guitar. It’s Bullseye! We think this is a super fun offering that families will love this summer, especially since it’s in the AC, which is often VERY needed during hot Disney days. Now, if you’re missing the dining service offered here, we encourage you to head over to Liberty Tree Tavern, where you can get the same menu all summer long! So much fun! Cool KIDS’ SUMMER runs from May 26th through September 8th this year, but we have a feeling this offering will be popular, so you may want to prioritize it if you or your kiddos really love Toy Story. More Recent Disney News! This Popular Non-Stop Flight Is RETURNING To Orlando AirportTSA Announces MAJOR ChangeA Word of WARNING About the New Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster in Disney WorldNEW Menu Items Are Dropping at Starbucks for SummerYour Disney+ Subscription Just Got Better — Check Out This Limited-Time Perk We’ll continue to bring you all the latest Disney World news, so stay tuned to DFB! 5 Rules Disney HAD TO CHANGE in 2026 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you looking forward to this new offering? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Picking the right hotel for a Disneyland vacation is a deceptively tough task… Disneyland Hotel When you’re planning your very first Disneyland vacation, booking a hotel feels like one of the easiest decisions on the list. You see a Disney-owned hotel, you assume it’s the best option, you check out the theming and prices to decide between the hotels, and boom — reservation complete. But a LOT of Disneyland first-timers end up realizing way too late that they booked the wrong hotel for the kind of trip they actually wanted. Unlike Disney World — where the hotel scene is a HUGE part of the experience — Disneyland’s setup is much more intimate. Featuring only three on-property resorts, the options are seemingly limited, and that can force first-time Disneyland visitors to make a regrettable decision. Disneyland Hotel One of the biggest misconceptions about Disneyland’s hotels is assuming that “Disney-owned” automatically means convenient. Yes, all three Disneyland Resort hotels are technically close to the parks. But the way you actually get to the parks is wildly different depending on where you stay. Let’s start with the gold standard: Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. This hotel has the biggest advantage on property because it offers a direct entrance into Disney California Adventure. You can practically roll out of bed and end up inside Grizzly Peak within minutes. For guests planning heavy California Adventure days, that convenience is impossible to beat. But be ready to pay premium prices for a room here… Grand California Hotel Meanwhile, Pixar Place Hotel USED to have its own dedicated entrance into Disney California Adventure, but that entrance is gone. That means guests now have a longer walk than many first-timers expect. It’s still near the parks and esplanade, but it’s no longer the secret shortcut hotel it used to be. Pixar Place Hotel Then there’s the Disneyland Hotel. Back in the day, this hotel had direct monorail access, but now guests have to walk through Downtown Disney to reach the park entrances, and that walk can feel surprisingly long after a full day in the parks. Yes, you CAN hop on the Monorail into Tomorrowland in Disneyland Park, but that only helps if the line isn’t backed up and if Tomorrowland is actually where you want to end up. This isn’t a terrible option, however, since the Monorail station isn’t all too far from the security checkpoint that connects the hotel to Downtown Disney. Disneyland Monorail And then we have the Good Neighbor Hotels. These nearby partner hotels vary in proximity. Some visitors assume every off-site hotel is a short walk away, but that’s not always true. Some are walkable, while others require transportation like buses, shuttles, or rideshares. A hotel may look close on a map, but still take significantly longer to reach than expected once crowds, crosswalks, and traffic enter the equation. And even if they are walkable, sometimes walking to your hotel room in a non-Disney bubble at midnight after a long day isn’t the most enticing prospect… At the same time, the entire resort area is so condensed that some off-site hotels are honestly MORE convenient than certain Disney-owned hotels. There are Good Neighbor Hotels directly across the street from the Harbor entrance that can get you to security faster than guests staying at the Disneyland Hotel on busy mornings. At Disneyland, proximity is EVERYTHING. It’s a priority for a lot of people to circle when deciding to visit Disneyland versus Disney World. If you care about saving time on your commute, hotel proximity to your preferred destinations is the first piece of homework you’ll want to do. Parkestry Rooftop Bar at the JW Marriott Another mistake Disneyland first-timers tend to make is that they assume that staying at a Disney-owned hotel is simply the norm. This ain’t Disney World, folks. Sure, the theming is great, the hotels are beautiful, there are perks, and the amenities rock. But wow, the prices can get intense. The Grand Californian can easily cost well over $600 through $900 or more PER NIGHT for a standard room, and the Disneyland Hotel and Pixar Place aren’t cheap either, often landing in the same luxury-tier pricing category as Disney World’s deluxe resorts. Grand Californian Hotel room For some families, that splurge absolutely feels worth it. But for others? They realize afterward that they barely spent any time in the hotel at all, which really makes you start to wonder if it’s worth it. You can save hundreds or even thousands of dollars by staying at a nearby Good Neighbor Hotel instead. Yes, you do lose some Disney perks — most notably the complimentary Lightning Lane perk offered to Disneyland Resort hotel guests. But here’s the thing: In many cases, guests can save enough money by staying off-site to purchase Lightning Lane Multi Pass themselves and still have plenty left over for dining, souvenirs, or extra park days. The savings become even bigger if you cash in on hotel rewards points — something you won’t get at a Disney-owned hotel. Lightning Lane at Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway That math surprises a LOT of first-time visitors. Staying off-site may not feel quite as immersive, but if your priority is maximizing park time while minimizing hotel costs, it can easily be the smarter financial decision. If you’re only looking for a place to shower and sleep, check out the Good Neighbor spots. If you want your hotel to be just as immersive at the parks, the Disney-owned trio of hotels each offers something special and worthwhile. Views The good news? Even if you don’t select the ideal Disneyland Resort area hotel perfectly on your first go-around, there’s no reason you still won’t have an amazing vacation. Everything you need is so close to wherever you are, and there are always workarounds and shortcuts you’ll find to enhance your vacation. So don’t sweat it too much — there’s a reason it’s called “The Happiest Place on Earth”! You can constantly find us at Disneyland discovering the latest and greatest tricks and tips to help you have the best vacation yet, so make sure you keep it posted right here at the Disney Food Blog to stay in the know! I Made the Mistake of Asking My Coworkers for Disneyland Tips Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Share your best Disneyland Resort hotel tips in the comments below! View the full article

Oh Gideon’s Bakehouse, you have captured our hearts…and stomachs. Gideon’s Bakehouse This quirky bake shop is one of the most unique spots to grab a snack in Disney World, with its dark and broody theming and ridiculously long lines due to its popularity. The menu is laden with half-pound cookies, enormous cake slices, and fun coffee beverages, but the cookies are really the star of the show. We’ve been to Gideon’s Bakehouse countless times and tried every cookie on the menu, and now, we bring you the official ranking! 1. Coffee Cake After polling our team and averaging out the responses, the top of our list is the Coffee Cake Cookie! This was pretty universally beloved. According to Gideon’s, it’s described as, “an extra Buttery Vanilla Bean Cookie filled with Cinnamon Strudel and topped with our Homemade Double Baked Butter Crumbs.” Coffee Cake Cookie We find this one to be soft, delicious, and just the perfect amount of sweet. The catch though? It’s ONLY available in the mornings until it sells out for the day, so you have to be quick! 2. Banana Bread Chocolate Chip With a somewhat surprising choice, the second cookie in our ranking is the Banana Bread Chocolate Chip. This was originally a seasonal cookie that was SO popular with fans that Gideon’s Bakehouse made it a permanent menu item. That’s how you know it’s good! Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookie It’s a “Vanilla Bean Cookie blended with real Bananas, a mix of Dark and Semisweet Chocolates, Candied Walnuts, and finely crushed Banana Chips.” The recipe took over 20 years to perfect, and it shows. We love the mix of textures here, and it’s decadent without being too much. A good balance for people who want some chocolate. 3. Pistachio Toffee Chocolate Chip The most popular of the original bunch with our team is the Pistachio Toffee Chocolate Chip. This is a favorite among the Gideon’s Bakehouse community in general, but it’s perhaps the best way to level up a basic chocolate chip cookie. ©Gideon’s Bakehouse This mixes the classic chocolate chips with crunchy toffee pieces and lightly salted pistachios. It’s a really delicious mix of sweet and salty, and it has become of one Gideon’s most well-known cookies. 4. Cookies & Cream Cookies & Cream was one person on our team’s favorite, but for most folks, it ranked near the top of their list. Gideon’s Bakehouse describes it as “like a cookies & cream milkshake in a cookie.” It’s made of a vanilla bean cookie filled with hand-cut chunks of Double Stuff Oreos. Cookies & Cream Cookie It’s then completely covered in chunks of cookies to give it both a crunchy and soft texture. This is one of the sweeter options on the menu, but those who love sugary treats are sure to find it addicting. 5. Dark Coffee Cake This one is incredibly similar to the Coffee Cake Cookie, but with the Dark Coffee Cake, you get a chocolate cookie base. This is another of those unique ones — it’s only available after sunset until it sells out, so it can be hard to snag. Yum! It’s a great mix of those same cinnamon-sugar coffee cake flavors and the richness of chocolate. It can be a lot to handle on the sweetness level, but it’s one of those treats that you have to try at least once. 6. Peanut Butter Crunch Now we’re arriving into the territory of cookies that were a bit divisive with our team. Some people ranked this one low, while others put it near the top of their list. The Peanut Butter Crunch Cookie is made with a peanut butter dough and topped with homemade candied peanuts and peanut butter chips. It’s a LOT of peanut butter…a LOT. ©Gideon’s Bakehouse This one is crunchier than some of the other cookies due to the peanuts, and it leans more into the salty side of things. If you’re not a massive fan of peanuts as a flavor, then this is not the cookie for you, but some die-hard peanut butter lovers find it to be the perfect treat. 7. Triple Chocolate Chip If the Peanut Butter Crunch Cookie is hard to swallow for those who are iffy about peanut butter, then the Triple Chocolate Chip Cookie is the challenge for those who can’t handle a lot of chocolate. For those who are chocoholics, this cookie is a dream come true…but many find it overwhelming and too rich. This cookie is made with FIVE kinds of chocolate including Callebaut and Ghirardelli. Triple Chocolate Cookie from Gideon’s Bakehouse — East End Market Location Chocolate ganache goes straight into the cookie dough as it’s mixed, making this one smooth in the middle. Some on our team are really big fans (it was top of the list for yours truly), but others find it overbearing. 8. Original Chocolate Chip And finally, our lowest-ranked of the main menu is the Original Chocolate Chip Cookie. Don’t get us wrong, this is a FANTASTIC chocolate chip cookie, but when compared to the rest of the menu, it’s not quite as inventive or exciting as the other options. It ranks lowest simply because there are so many options, and they’re ALL good. Gideon’s Chocolate Chip Cookies The Gideon’s Bakehouse website says this recipe took 15 years to perfect and notes the following: “It is packed inside and out with a variety of Chocolates, infused with differing vanillas, and has a texture that might almost trick you into thinking you’re eating Cookie Dough. This Cookie has been named everything from Best in Orlando to Best on Planet Earth and we couldn’t be prouder to hand make it from scratch for you daily.” A true kickstart to an incredible menu! Honorable Mention Cookies Of course, Gideon’s Bakehouse is also known for having seasonal cookies every month, and in the 5+ years that they’ve been open at Disney Springs, there have been a bunch of different varieties. AJ’s personal favorites include the Lemon Poppyseed and the White Chocolate Chip Caramel cookies. Lemon Poppyseed Cookie Other popular cookies include the Kris Kringle for the holiday season and the Krampus cookie during Halloween. Those are particularly over-the-top. During February, there’s often a spicy Eternal Flame cookie that can be rather divisive, but is very unique. And our team had very strong opinions about the Mint Chocolate Chip Cookie — people either really loved it…or really hated it. Kris Kringle Cookie from Gideon’s Bakehouse So there you have it — our ranking of the Gideon’s Bakehouse menu! For more reviews of their treats, follow us on social media and subscribe to our newsletter to get the latest from the blog. The Top 10 Disney World Snacks for 2026 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Which cookie is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Disney World is home to plenty of rides, restaurants, and entertainment, but if you’re traveling with a baby and need a break to change them, nurse them, or just escape the chaos for a bit, the Baby Care Centers are priceless. Hollywood Studios Baby Care Center Each park features a Baby Care Center that offers additional supplies, a quiet place for them to nap or rest, and even toys and activities for big brothers and sisters who tag along. One Baby Care Center just got a MAJOR upgrade, so come with us to Hollywood Studios to check it out! Previously, you’d find the Hollywood Studios Baby Care Center on Hollywood Boulevard at Guest Relations, but it has officially been moved to inside the new Walt Disney Studios courtyard. This area recently opened to visitors after having been transformed from the previous Animation Courtyard land. Walt Disney Studios is modeled after its namesake, the animation studio in Burbank, California — and it really looks just like it! New Baby Care Center Location Just outside the new Baby Care Center, there’s a small and shaded courtyard area for stroller parking, along with some space to let kiddos get some energy out without being in the middle of the chaos. Additional shade at Disney World is ALWAYS a bonus, if you ask us! Outside the new Baby Care Center Inside the Baby Care Center is beautifully decorated and has plenty of seating, complete with tables and chairs for adults and kiddos alike. You’ll also find a small kitchenette with basic necessities, changing rooms with tables, a nursing room with chairs, restrooms, a feeding area with high chairs, and a family area with a television set to play Disney favorites. Plus, how cute is that Tarzan mural on the ceiling?! Inside the Baby Care Center As you enter the Baby Care Center, you’re greeted by this welcome sign that features some adorable babies from Disney animation history, along with a fun rhyme. This spot is also where you can find additional infant essentials for sale — in case you forgot or ran out. You’ll find items like diapers, wipes, baby food, formula, clothing, sunscreen, and over-the-counter medications, depending on what’s available at any given moment. An adorable welcome sign For parents and guardians of multiple kids, Baby Care Centers also offer plenty of toys to keep older ones entertained while the little ones are being tended to, like this fully stocked lineup of plushes and stuffies! Toys for kiddos There are also plenty of activities and art supplies, including colored pencils, glue, chalk, crayons, scissors, construction paper, and even paint and paint brushes! These Baby Care Centers can really come in handy when you need to take care of your little ones, and they offer a nice respite from both the heat and the chaos of the rest of the Disney World parks. Activities for kiddos We’ll be on the lookout for even more updates from Hollywood Studios and beyond. In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more! Check out more Hollywood Studios news at the links below! MAJOR Changes Hit Baby Care Center at Disney’s Hollywood Studios3 HUGE Disney World Announcements from This Week (Including a NEW Snack Stand and NEW Rides!)Visiting Disney World This Week? You’ve Gotta Know What You’re Getting Into!REVIEW: We Tried Disney’s New Grogu Cookies, And Our LIVES HAVE CHANGEDDisney’s Hollywood Studios Meet and Greet Changes You Need To Know Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you used the Baby Care Centers at Disney World? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

The BIG question: Is a Disney Cruise REALLY worth all the time and money invested? Or are you better off “jumping ship” for a different Disney vacation. We enjoyed it here! We’re breaking down the BIGGEST pros and cons for sailing with Disney TODAY, here on DFB Guide. Check out our new video: Is a Disney Cruise REALLY Worth the Price? Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more theme park news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What video do you want to see from DFB next? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

One Disney World trend we never love to see coming is price increases. Victoria & Albert’s Over the last few years, we’ve noticed an annual price increase on almost everything related to the Disney parks, from snacks to tickets and even table services. Even Signature Dining Experiences continue to increase in price, and this latest hike is no different. Now, the price has increased for the most exclusive dining experience in Disney World. It’s not uncommon to see Disney World increase prices every year on food, experiences, park tickets, Annual Passes, and more. If you’re heading on a trip anytime soon and have plans to dine at Victoria & Albert’s at the Grand Floridian, you need to be prepared to pay even more. Waygu Pastrami Previously, Victoria & Albert’s prix-fixe menu began at $295.00 per Guest. Optional wine pairings started at $155.00 per guest, and zero-proof pairings started at $115.00 per guest. But now, the prix-fixe menu is $375.00 per guest. Optional wine pairings start at $210.00 per guest, and zero-proof pairings start at $145.00 per guest. Wine Pairing That’s a whopping $80 increase on the base menu, and a $55 and $30 increase for the wine pairing and zero-proof pairing starting prices, respectively. Rocky Mountain Lamb The price increases come after Disney announced that Chef Matthew Sowers had been promoted from chef de cuisine at Victoria & Albert’s to the new executive chef of the entire Grand Floridian Resort. With its AAA five-diamond rating, Victoria & Albert’s is one of the three most critically acclaimed restaurants in Florida. And, in May 2024, Victoria & Albert’s was awarded a Michelin star. Additionally, the renowned foodie website laliste.com has published its list of the Top 1,000 Restaurants for 2025, and Victoria & Albert’s received a score of 93.5, putting it within the top 25 highest-placed American restaurants on the list. Belgian Caviar The main Dining Room is available for only two seatings per evening, and features the Chef’s Tasting Menu, which allows guests to choose anywhere between eight and twelve courses. Guests receive personalized menus that Victoria & Albert’s begins to construct about a week before your reservation. Miyazaki A-5 at Victoria & Albert’s The Queen Victoria Room is a slightly more secluded option here. It only accommodates up to eight guests at a time, spread out over four tables of two, and guests also enjoy a version of the Chef’s Degustation Menu. The pricing here is the same in the main dining room. Old Fashioned Also available is the Victoria and Albert’s Chef’s Table, an ultra-exclusive 3-hour dining experience where your party is seated in the kitchen. The chefs that the guests interact with at the Chef’s Table craft their very own degustation menu that features all of their fresh and rare ingredients, depending on the party’s tastes. There is one seating per night for parties of up to 6 guests (with a minimum of 4), and bookings need to be made as close to 60 days ahead as possible. Wine pairings can be added to the meal for an extra cost. You can find our most recent review of this experience here. Chef’s Table pricing now begins at $425 per guest. Chef’s Table We’ll be on the lookout for even more price increases you need to know about from Disney World and beyond. In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more! Check out our latest Disney World restaurant reviews at the links below! REVIEW: A $42 Pork Chop in Disney Springs? Oh, You KNOW We Had To Try ItREVIEW: Are These 6 NEW Snacks Worth Going Out of Your Way for at Disney World?I Go to Disneyland Every Day and This Lunch Is My New ObsessionREVIEW: This Disney World Restaurant Hasn’t Changed in Over 50 Years — And That’s a GOOD ThingREVIEW: This Disney Hotel Has a Hot Dog of the Month, and Yes, It’s the Highlight of Our Visit Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you eaten at Victoria & Albert’s at the Grand Floridian before? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

It’s no secret that MagicBands have become an integral part of Walt Disney World vacations over the last decade+. They can serve as room keys, payment methods, entry tickets, be used to check-in for Lightning Lanes, connect with Photopass, and react to select Disney theme park attractions with “lighting effects and gesture recognition”, and they’re available in a slew of cool designs! MagicBand+ Now, Walt Disney World Annual Passholders have exclusive access to some big MagicBand perks. Disney Annual Passholders can purchase one MagicBand+ per Annual Pass pre-arrival via MyDisneyExperience, and receive: Free shipping Free personalization A custom shipping box, which, according to Disney, can be used for a fun unboxing moment. The purchased band will be automatically linked to My Disney Experience! Those are some pretty big perks for APs, especially since MagicBands can be a bit pricey these days – basic bands go for around $35, more decorated bands with character or park iconography go for around $45, and limited/anniversary celebration bands are priced at $50 and up – and MagicBands are no longer included free with vacation packages. MagicBand+ Interestingly, while Disney is expanding MagicBand discounts on the East Coast, rumors abound that the same can’t be said for Disney World’s West Coast counterpart. According to reports, Disneyland is set to halt on-property sales of MagicBand+ bands. Grab your MagicBand and let’s go! These reports indicate that Disneyland will sell through its current stock – available at Elias & Co. at Disney California Adventure, Emporium at Disneyland Park, and World of Disney at Downtown Disney – and will order no additional stock. According to theme park journalist Scott Gustin, Disneyland officials have said that the Magicband+ experiences will continue to operate, even without the sale of the bands. MagicBand+ Back to Walt Disney World, Passholders have access to several perks during the V.I.Passholder promotion. These include: An exclusive popcorn bucket and tumbler A new exclusive Woody and Buzz Passholder Magnet will be available for Passholders at EPCOT’s Creations shop from May 1st through July 31st. Exclusive V.I.Passholder merchandise, including a Zip-Up Hoodie, a Tee, a Loungefly Crossbody Bag, a Baseball Hat, and even a Corkcicle Canteen. An exclusive Passholder Lounge at EPCOT. Disney World Annual Passholder Popcorn Bucket AP’s can also save 20% at the following restaurants—valid Monday to Thursday only from May 1st through July 31st… Be Our Guest Restaurant (lunch only) The Crystal Palace (lunch and dinner) Be Our Guest … and 40% at the following restaurants during the same period: Biergarten Restaurant (lunch only) Coral Reef Restaurant (dinner only) Garden Grill Restaurant (lunch and dinner) Hollywood & Vine (breakfast, lunch and dinner) Tiffins Restaurant (dinner only) Tusker House Restaurant (lunch and dinner) Boatwright’s Dining Hall (dinner only) Cape May Cafe (dinner only) Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood (dinner) Whispering Canyon Cafe (brunch and dinner) Tiffins Menu While the future of MagicBands at Disneyland seems to be in flux, the popular collectibles seem to be going strong at Disney World, including some major discount options for APs. Stay tuned to DFB for more on MagicBands and their future. 12 Perks Coming for Disney Vacation Club Members This Summer Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you a MagicBand fan? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

On Thursday, May 21st, a hazmat incident and potential chemical leak began in Garden Grove, California, located just five miles from Knott’s Berry Farm and Disneyland. Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure Neither park is in the identified evacuation zone, and both are currently still open. Disneyland has now released an official statement regarding the incident. Here’s what you need to know if you’re planning a visit to the Happiest Place on Earth right now. A hazmat incident at GKN Aerospace on Western Avenue in Garden Grove occurred on Thursday, May 21st, and has since worsened over the weekend. The crisis involves a malfunctioning chemical tank that threatens to explode and release a toxic cloud, which would affect hundreds of thousands of people in the area and for miles around, including Disneyland. Sleeping Beauty Castle As of now, Disneyland is not in the identified evacuation zone, but many are wondering whether it’s safe to visit the parks. Disney officials have now put out a statement advising that, at this time, ” there is no impact to Disneyland Resort due to this situation and the resort remains open to guests.” Disney said that they are actively monitoring the situation and taking guidance from local authorities. Disneyland The statement goes on to say, “The Disneyland Resort is approximately five miles from the incident and is not in the identified evacuation zone. Updates can be found by following Orange County Fire Authority on social media.” Disney is advising people to check the local guidelines before travel. Road closures, detours, or traffic disruptions in the surrounding area may impact how people get to and from the resort. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland So, while Disneyland isn’t in the evacuation zone and the parks remain open, travel to and from Disneyland could be impacted due to the chemical incident. Disneyland Currently, the situation has forced 40,000 people to evacuate in an impact zone, which includes parts of Garden Grove, Anaheim, Cypress, Stanton, and Westminster. When speaking about the situation, a Knott’s Berry Farm employee spokesperson said, “The safety and well-being of our guests and team members is a cornerstone of our business. We are working closely with our partners at the Orange County Fire Authority to actively monitor the situation. At this time, the park has not been impacted.” Disney California Adventure As of the evening of Saturday, May 23rd, the Disneyland union instructed Cast Members who feel unsafe and are affected by the chemical leak to stay home. We also know that while Disneyland itself isn’t in the potential blast zone, many Disneyland guests stay in the Garden Grove area, and others travel through it on their way to the park. The governor has also declared a State of Emergency. During the afternoon on Sunday, May 24th, Orange County Fire Authority Interim Chief TJ McGovern said firefighters did “a recon mission on the tank” late Saturday night, during which they discovered a crack, which could be relieving some of the pressure, ABC7 has reported. Disney California Adventure This is an ongoing situation, and we will update you as we learn more. Stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest updates. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW View the full article

Disney World hotel rooms work hard in the summer. Port Orleans Riverside Between the Florida heat, soaked park clothes, late-night snack runs, and the general chaos of vacation mode, your room quickly turns into command central for the trip. The good news is that a few smart travel items can completely change how comfortable, organized, and rested you feel by the end of the day. These are the hotel room upgrades we’ve actually tested recently, and honestly, some of them made a much bigger difference than we expected. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Your Hotel Room Air Is Drier Than You Think HOMDIS Travel Humidifier The HOMDIS Travel Humidifier ended up being one of those products that quietly made our hotel stay way more comfortable. Summer in Disney World means lots of sun, blasting air-conditioning, and long flights for many travelers, which can leave your throat and sinuses feeling incredibly dry by bedtime. HOMDIS Travel Humidifier What makes the HOMDIS Travel Humidifier so convenient is how tiny and travel-friendly it is. It screws directly onto a standard water bottle, including regular Dasani bottles, and creates a surprisingly steady mist without taking up precious suitcase space. It’s lightweight, rechargeable, whisper quiet, and even has optional color-changing lights that double as a fun little night light. How it attaches We especially liked that it has multiple bottle adapters and different mist settings so you can stretch the battery longer overnight. It didn’t fully last through the night wirelessly during our test, so we’d recommend plugging it in beside the bed just to be safe. If your throat always feels wrecked after a park day, this is worth looking into. view ON AMAZON The One Thing That’ll Actually Help You Sleep Through Resort Noise Dreamegg Portable Travel White Noise Machine The Dreamegg Portable Travel White Noise Machine completely converted some of our biggest skeptics. If you’ve ever stayed at a value resort during a busy travel season, you already know the struggle. Hallway noise, neighboring rooms, buses starting early in the morning, and excited kids at rope drop o’clock can make it hard to actually rest. We love how portable it is! The Dreamegg Portable Travel White Noise Machine is tiny enough to fit in the palm of your hand, but it packs a shocking amount of sound customization into that little egg-shaped design. It includes 16 different sounds ranging from fan noises to rain and ocean waves, plus adjustable volume controls that actually get loud enough to block outside noise. The battery life was impressive, too. It lasted all night without needing to stay plugged in during testing. The timer settings and USB-C charging also make it easy to travel with, since you’re not juggling another weird cable. Dreamegg Portable Travel White Noise Machine This is one of those products that can genuinely improve how rested you feel during your trip. Take a look at it before your next hotel stay. view ON AMAZON The Outlet Situation Gets Out of Control Fast Charging Station The HICOBER 3 in 1 Charging Station for Multiple Apple Devices solved one of the biggest Disney hotel room headaches almost immediately. Between phones, smart watches, portable chargers, and AirPods, hotel nightstands become a tangled mess by the end of the day. Charging Station This foldable charging station lets you charge your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods all at once while taking up barely any room. We loved how compact it folded down for packing, and it made the room feel way less cluttered during the trip. The magnetic charging pucks are surprisingly versatile, too. During testing, we even used the AirPods spot to charge an iPad. The little blue charging indicator light was also genuinely useful because it quickly showed whether devices were aligned properly. Everything charged overnight without any issue, even while all three spots were being used at once. If your family constantly fights over outlets in hotel rooms, this thing earns its suitcase space very quickly. Grab one for your next Disney trip. view ON AMAZON Living Out of a Suitcase Gets Old by Day Two BAGSMART 4-Shelf Hanging Packing Cube The BAGSMART 4-Shelf Hanging Packing Cube made our hotel room feel way more organized without much effort. Disney hotel rooms aren’t exactly famous for massive storage space, especially when multiple people are sharing one room. What makes this different from regular packing cubes is that it transforms into hanging shelves once you arrive. You basically pack it flat inside your suitcase, then unzip it and hang it up in the closet. Suddenly, all your shirts, park outfits, and extra gear are visible instead of buried in luggage piles. It has multiple compartments, zipper pockets, dividers, and compression straps, so it holds a surprising amount. Bagsmart hanging bag We also appreciated the two-hook setup because it kept the shelves stable while loading them up. The only thing to know is that it’s bulkier than regular packing cubes, especially if you’re trying to survive with only a carry-on. For travelers who hate digging through suitcases every morning, this is a major upgrade. view ON AMAZON Your Roommate Does Not Want To Hear Your Midnight Podcast Pillow Speaker The Kinglucky X50 Pillow Speaker feels like a very specific little luxury item, but for the right person, it’s honestly pretty cool. If you like falling asleep to podcasts, audiobooks, white noise, or meditation tracks, sharing a hotel room can get awkward fast. The Kinglucky X50 Pillow Speaker slides underneath your pillow and sends sound upward toward your ear instead of blasting audio across the whole room. Pairing it with Bluetooth was incredibly simple during testing, and the built-in buttons made it easy to adjust volume or skip tracks in the dark. Pillow Speaker It also includes built-in white noise, rain sounds, and ocean audio if you don’t want to stay on your phone before bed. Sound quality was surprisingly solid for how thin and lightweight it is. Just keep in mind that placement matters. If it sits too close to the edge of the pillow, nearby sleepers may still hear it. This definitely falls into the “nice extra” category, but it made winding down at night feel much more relaxing. See why so many travelers are adding this to their nighttime setup. view ON AMAZON A comfortable Disney World hotel room can seriously change the tone of your entire vacation, especially during the exhausting summer months. These products won’t magically erase the Florida heat or make your feet hurt less after 25,000 steps, but they absolutely help your room feel calmer, cleaner, and more functional after a long park day. We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

For weeks now, it’s felt like things are changing faster than ever in Disney World, but these past few days? That’s been taken to a WHOLE new level! Entrance crowds at Hollywood Studios For months now, we’ve known that May 26th would be a big day in the parks. Not only is it the start of Cool KIDS’ SUMMER, but Disney also set it as the opening date of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, the opening of Bluey’s Wild World, as well as the beginning of the new offerings available at The Walt Disney Studios, among MANY others. Imagine our surprise when, just in the past few days, Disney decided to open some of these new attractions EARLY, and we also got a first look sneak peek at others! Yep, this is the start of a VERY busy summer in Disney World, so if you’re visiting this season, you’ll want to keep a close eye on all the latest news. You won’t want to miss some of the latest and greatest additions! Soarin’ Across America Opens EARLY Soarin’ Across America was originally set to open in EPCOT on May 26th with the start of Cool KIDS’ SUMMER, but we knew we’d get a chance to ride the attraction earlier thanks to Cast Member previews. Additionally, Walt Disney World Annual Passholders were able to experience the ride with Annual Passholder Previews on May 19th and 20th. Then, it was expected that the ride would remain closed until the official May 26th opening. Soarin’ Across America However, that’s NOT what happened! Disney had those Annual Passholder previews as expected, but then decided to open the ride EARLY! When we walked up, the ride only had a 10-minute wait, and a Cast Member was sure to remind us that this was a soft opening. That means that the ride may not be up all day, and isn’t guaranteed to be available up until the official opening date on the 26th. We definitely still think it’s worth checking out, though! NEWS: Soarin’ Across America Has Opened EARLY at EPCOT New Adventures on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Disney’s Hollywood Studios is also the home of tons of excitement right now, all across the park. In the span of one week, THREE sections of the park were planned to open, including the new adventures coming to Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in Galaxy’s Edge. Fortunately, this ride never had to close to the public to make these changes, which was a big win. The original debut date has always been today, May 22nd, and now, the new adventures are officially available! New missions on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run The new adventures are inspired by The Mandalorian and Grogu, the new film that just dropped in theaters today as well! We got a chance to get a sneak peek at the new adventures available two days prior to opening, and this debut didn’t open early, but that’s totally okay, because the day is already here. There are now three different storyline options the engineer can choose from, all of which involve being on a bounty hunt for three bounties — two imperial soldiers and a pirate. We absolutely love the new version of the ride and think it’s about to become even more popular than it already is, so pack your patience! FIRST LOOK at Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Changes in Disney World FØØD by Swedish Chef Opens EARLY! While Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets is still on track to open on time (not early) on May 26th, the new dining spot right nearby, FØØD by Swedish Chef, also opened early and is available to guests as you read this! FØØD by Swedish Chef This spot takes the place of the former KRNR The Rock Station dining location, but there’s an all-new menu to match the retheme. Now, you can snag items like the Wocka Wocking Nachos, the Churro Drumstick, the Mayhem Soft-serve Float, some Pink Le-moi-nade, and the Pond Water Limeade, along with classics like the Mini Corn Dog Nuggets that are still on the menu. Also available at this spot are: Chocolate Chip Cookies Assorted Chips Vanilla, Chocolate, or Swirl Waffle Cone Frozen Floats with Coca-Cola or Barq’s Root Beer Fountain Sodas Frozen Blue Raspberry (Also available with Bacardi Superior Rum or Tito’s Handmade Vodka) FULL REVIEW: We Tried EVERYTHING at the NEW Muppets Food Truck in Hollywood Studios Eeek! There’s so much going on, and we love keeping up with it all. As always, be sure to keep following DisneyFoodBlog for more Disney news, updates, details, and more. Your Favorite Toy Story Characters Are Getting NEW LOOKS at Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Which news are you the most excited about? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

It’s not every day we get excited about chips in Disney World, unless, of course, it’s like the chips with Fish and Chips (which we LOVE) or those really cool and unique Lays flavors we often find at the Japan and China Pavilions in EPCOT. Metro Deli Chips No, we’re talking about regular old potato chips, the kind that usually come as a side with a lot of sandwiches, burgers, and hot dogs in Disney World or are available as just a snack. However, Disney’s Animal Kingdom just switched up its chips game, and well, it’s a HUGE improvement, and we need to talk about it. We were recently visiting Harame Fruit Market in Animal Kingdom and noticed something had changed with the chips options. We spotted Metro Deli chips. Now, we’ve actually seen these at other snack carts, too, so they’re becoming available throughout the park. Now, at Harambe Fruit Market, they’re still serving Lays if you get a hotdog, but you can now get any bag of chips for $3.29, including Metro Deli Sea Salt chips. Why is that game changing? Well, these are a larger bag of chips, so you get more, but the quality is also SO much better. Right beside the Doritos These chips taste like house-made chips, and they are consistently good. They’re the thick cut, kettle-cooked kind of chip with the PERFECT amount of salt. They also have a much more real potato flavor and, according to our reporter, “I hope I never have to eat a Lays chip in Disney World again now that I know this is possible.” We hope to see them EVERYWHERE So you can get a bigger bag of better chips for the same price, and that’s a win-win in our book! We’ll keep an eye out for more new snacks in Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for more. REVIEW: This Disney World Donut Looks Like a Burger, and Yes, It’s as Amazing as It Sounds Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your preferred chips brand when you’re visiting Disney World? Share with us in the comments! View the full article