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There’s nothing quite like Disney World during the holidays, and this year is shaping up to be like nothing we’ve ever seen before! ©Disney Disney’s Jollywood Nights is a new, separately ticketed event that will take place from 8:30PM to 12:30AM on ten select nights from November 11th through December 20th, 2023. It will be full of food, entertainment, and lots of character meet and greets! Not only that, but there will be exclusive events within this exclusive event — don’t worry, we can explain. Of course, it wouldn’t be a Disney World party without special snacks, characters, shows, merchandise, entertainment, and more, and there are not one — but two special entertainment experiences happening during Jollywood Nights. Jollywood Nights Disney shared that guests will “Encounter glitz and glamor galore at two limited-capacity entertainment experiences – a jazz lounge at The Hollywood Brown Derby and an other-worldly soiree at The Hollywood Tower Hotel Courtyard.” Um, sounds like our dreams come true — but what does it all mean? Holidays at Hollywood Studios First, the Hollywood Brown Derby would be transforming into a jazz lounge — that much we know. But, we also learned a bit more about this new experience at a media preview hosted by Disney. The jazz lounge at the Hollywood Brown Derby will be a singalong piano bar with live music. Songs from the 20s through the 50s will be featured during this swinging, speakeasy-inspired party. The Hollywood Brown Derby And, over at the Hollywood Tower Hotel Courtyard, this “other-worldly soiree” is set to be complete with a ghostly band. The idea here is that Disney has recreated the Tip Top Club from the Tower of Terror lore. You’ll also be able to indulge in custom food! Hollywood Tower Hotel So, just how limited-capacity will these events be? We’re not quite sure, as Disney is keeping the details secret for now. Given that Jollywood Nights is an exclusive event in and of itself, both these experiences are sure to be even more popular and potentially difficult to get into. Disney has yet to share how it plans on admitting people to these experiences, but we’ll be keeping an eye out and will let you know as soon as we hear something. Plus, Disney has officially revealed that a sing-along themed to Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas will be offered during Jollywood Nights at the Hyperion Theater in Hollywood Studios! Holidays at Hollywood Studios Jollywood Nights is a separately ticketed event that’ll run on select nights from November 11th through December 20th, 2023. Tickets range in price from $159-$179 per person and will go on sale on July 6th for all guests (but some guests — those at Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin hotels, and Shades of Green get early access starting June 29th). Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM Don’t forget that Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will still take place on select nights in Magic Kingdom. If you hoped to see that classic Once Upon a Christmastime Parade, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party may be the event for you. But, if you’re intrigued by this NEW holiday offering, make sure to check the calendar and grab those tickets! In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Learn More About Disney’s Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios Here DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2023 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2023 Holiday Season The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the 2023 DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you heading to this new event? Tell us in the comments! The post This Disney World Party Is So Exclusive You Have To Be Dead to Get In (We Think) first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’ve been to EPCOT in the last couple of years, it’s very likely that you’ve gotten lost in the veritable MAZE of construction walls that have seemingly taken over that park. Construction Walls All of those construction walls are surrounding several projects that are part of EPCOT’s huge transformation, with areas like Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana and CommuniCore Hall still in progress. We’ve seen the construction walls change around and even come down in some areas, and now another change has been spotted! While we were strolling through World Nature recently, we did a double take. What is that? Could it be? They’re GONE (ish) YES! Some construction walls have come down in this area. Previously, there were walls blocking the walkway behind the Lion King topiaries. These walls were blocking the area Although the walls are still there on the side, they’re not blocking the entire area behind the topiaries anymore. Now that space is open. And you know what that means…the World Nature bathrooms have finally reopened! These have been closed for a couple of years now, but they’re finally available now. They’re open! Just a little while ago, these were blocked off and unavailable to guests. The bathrooms just a little while ago Remember how we told you about EPCOT’s cool color-coding system? ©Disney Well, these bathrooms follow the pattern with wavy green lines to fit in with World Nature. Color-coded We know you’ve been anxiously waiting for this bathroom news, and we’re happy we could bring it to you. Keep following DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news! Click here to find out which bathrooms you should STOP using in Disney World. Want MORE Details About EPCOT’s MASSIVE Transformation? NEW Festival Areas, Gardens, a Meet-and-Greet Area, and More Are Coming to EPCOT Learn All About Journey of Water -- Inspired by Moana Has the Mary Poppins Project at Disney World Been Canceled? What’s Been CUT From the EPCOT Transformation? SNEAK PEEK at the NEW Fireworks Show Coming to EPCOT Click HERE for All the News and Details about EPCOT’s Transformation! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest EPCOT transformation news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! When are you going to EPCOT next? Let us know in the comments. The post This Is the Very Important EPCOT Bathroom News You’ve Been Waiting For first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re about to blow your minds — it’s totally possible to SAVE money on your Disney World trip. Hollywood Studios Okay, maybe you already knew that because you’ve been following along with the Disney news and you’ve seen our posts about all the discounts and special offers you can take advantage of. But besides those obvious deals, there are little ways to get more bang for your buck in the parks…and today we’re sharing one that you might not know! BaseLine Tap House is a great place to visit in Disney’s Hollywood Studios if you’re in the mood for a brew and a delicious snack (we’re big fans of the charcuterie AND the pretzel here). But they’ve also got some non-alcoholic beverage options on the menu. BaseLine Tap House menu One of those drinks is the Barrilitos Strawberry Hibiscus Soda, which is on tap along with several beers. In case you’re curious, it’s an absolutely delicious beverage with fun and fizzy carbonation, plus a great strawberry flavor. But that’s not why we’re telling you about it! Barrilitos Strawberry Hibiscus Soda Since it’s on tap, the Strawberry Hibiscus Soda is REFILLABLE. As long as you bring your empty cup back to the bartender, you can refill this specialty beverage as much as you’d like. It’s $4.29 on the menu, so that’s a pretty good steal! YUM Ultimately, we tipped the bartender when we signed our receipt and of course, there was tax on the cost, so we ended up paying about $6 instead of $4.29, but it was still worth it to get multiple doses of this delicious drink. It comes iced, so it was nice and refreshing on a hot day! In fact, learning about this hack made us CHANGE the way we do Hollywood Studios. Why buy a bottled beverage from a store or get a quick service fountain drink when you can do this instead? BaseLine Tap House Next time you’re in Hollywood Studios, make sure to stop by and try out the Strawberry Hibiscus soda! We know that we’ll be back to get more in the future. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest snack news, updates, and information that you need to know before your next Disney World trip! We’ll keep you in the loop! Click Here to See the Best Snacks in Disney’s Hollywood Studios for 2023! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Would you try this soda? Tell us in the comments! The post The Little Disney World Hack That CHANGES the Way We Do Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

McDonald’s is coming in hot with a makeover for one of the most classic items on its menu! World’s Largest Entertainment McDonald’s McDonald’s has recently put out a bunch of new menu items like a Grimace milkshake (to celebrate the character’s birthday), Big Mac dipping sauce, and the frozen Hawaiian Punch. If you thought that would be the last on the list, nothing could prepare you for how they’re getting ready to put a new spin on this classic McDonald’s menu item. We’re big fans of a McDonald’s Quarter Pounder with Cheese, but McDonald’s is looking to turn up the flavor! How would you feel about a Quarter Pounder with Cheese…AND pickled jalapeño slices? McDonald’s That’s exactly what McDonald’s has in store for its customers. Starting July 10th, 2023, for a limited time, McDonald’s is looking to turn up the heat on their classic burger. The Cheesy Jalapeño Bacon Quarter Pounder (as they plan to call it) includes a 100% fresh beef patty, two slices of melted American cheese, thick-cut Applewood smoked bacon, pickled jalapeño slices, and comes topped with a creamy cheese sauce on a toasted sesame seed bun. ©McDonald’s This will be quite the spin on a menu item that’s been around for McDonald’s for decades. However, we wouldn’t expect this new spin to be available at every McDonald’s restaurant. The spicy version of the Quarter Pounder with Cheese will only be available at select McDonald’s locations nationwide, and you’ll need to check their website to find the closest one to you. McDonald’s We’re not quite sure how we feel just yet about this new “spicy” version of the Quarter Pounder with Cheese burger from McDonald’s but we can’t say that we won’t at least give it a try! Until then, we’ll continue to keep you posted on any other McDonald’s menu changes headed your way so stay tuned with us at Disney Food Blog. The BEST Disney World Restaurants for Your Kid Who Only Likes McDonald’s Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be trying this new spicy spin? Tell us what your thought about it in the comments! The post McDonald’s Is Temporarily CHANGING a Classic Menu Item first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You’ve probably heard by now that the Star Wars hotel at Disney World is closing. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser The final voyages for this groundbreaking hotel at Disney World are now booked up, and we’re bringing you an exclusive Starcruiser Farewell Voyage design! NEW DFB Merch! We’re going to miss one of the BEST parts of the Starcruiser — Gaya the nightclub singer, so we immortalized her in this design! Grab your Starcruiser Final Voyage shirt here! New DFB Merch! You can pick this design up in a sweatshirt, too! Order your Starcruiser Final Voyage Sweatshirt here! If Star Wars isn’t your thing, we’ve got more exclusive merch for your next Disney World Trip! Check out our 2023 Vacation Family Matching Shirts. 2023 Vacation We’ve got this design in sizes for the whole family! Check out our exclusive Disney merch! Click here to shop our exclusive designs! Stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW The post Taking a Final Voyage at Disney World's Star Wars Hotel? There's a Shirt for That first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s Hollywood Studios just got a little bit sweeter! Disney’s Hollywood Studios We’ve been counting down to the release of Pixar’s new movie Elemental for weeks now and spotting all kinds of movie merch like ears of fire in the parks, and now we’ve got a couple of new treats to try out, and they’re both themed to the main characters of the film. Disney Pixar’s latest animated film Elemental has finally been released in theaters and now we’ve got some sweet treats to celebrate its opening day! If you find yourself in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and are anxious to try these beautifully themed floats, you can grab them both at Epic Eats right beside the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular attraction. Epic Eats Disney announced these new treats very recently, and we asked you which of them YOU would want to try. There’s Ember’s Fiery Float (DOLE whip mango with Chamoy-mango purée, chili lime seasoning, and red bubble sugar) and Wade’s Cool Blue Float (vanilla soft serve, Sprite, blueberry boba pearls, Cotton Candy flavoring, topped with a meringue wave). Overwhelmingly, you chose Wade’s Cool Blue Float! But is that REALLY the better of the two options? You know us — we just had to try both and find out. Wade’s a winner Before we get to the reviews, can we have a little “Instagram vs. reality” moment? Here’s the picture we got from Disney of the new treats… ©Disney …and here’s what the treats looked like when we got them. They both melt FAST OK, OK we totally can’t blame Disney for this — It’s over 90 degrees in Hollywood Studios right now and these poor treats didn’t stand a chance in that heat. But seriously we can’t stop laughing about the difference. Now, let’s see how your Disney snack instincts measure up! ‘Elemental’ themed floats First up, we grabbed Ember’s Firey Float! A quick recap on the ingredients for this one: vanilla soft serve, Sprite, blueberry boba pearls, Cotton Candy flavoring, and a meringue wave topping. This one also cost $6.49 (it was showing $8 as the price on the online menu, but the sign at the kiosk said $6.49 and we were only charged $6.49). Overall, these sound like more crowd-pleasing flavors than the Ember float. Wade’s Cool Blue Float The flavors on this one also went well together! The vanilla and blueberry were a good combo. The cotton candy was a very mild flavor, but a fun addition. We loved the blueberry boba! They tasted REALLY heavily of blueberry, which we liked, and added a fun popping texture. The wave! This one also melted super FAST. If you don’t eat it immediately, you’re basically drinking blue milk — not the Star Wars kind. Also, if you’re not a fan of boba, you might not like this treat — although you can probably ask for it without them. It’s also maybe a little boring for some people. It’s mostly vanilla ice cream with a few touches (aside from the boba). ‘Elemental’ floats at Epic Eats We weren’t huge fans of the merengue topping and didn’t really feel like it added anything significant to the treat overall. It had a weird yet dry and chewy texture that didn’t really appeal to us. You’ll want to watch where you’re holding this one because it could dye your fingers blue! Our fingers were blue So which treat is BETTER?? If you’re really into tropical mango and pineapple-type flavors we think you should give Ember’s Firey Float a try. On the flip side, if you’re totally not down for some pineapple and mango we suggest you admire Ember’s treat from afar because those flavors are very prominent in the treat themed after her character. If you’re looking for a treat with more traditional flavors or you’ve got some picky eaters in your group, then Wade’s float is likely the best option for you! So it sounds like your instincts were pretty good after all — Wade’s seems like it’s going to be more popular overall, but Ember’s float is definitely interesting and still delicious. Ember and Wade Overall these are fun new treats to help you beat the heat of summer and celebrate the opening of Disney Pixar’s Elemental which is out now in theaters. If these don’t sound like the treats you’re searching for, then feel free to browse our list of the BEST Disney snacks around the parks! WE KNOW – there are SO many great snacks at Disney World! How do you choose (we don’t want to choose but will blow our budget on Day 1 otherwise)? We’ve got you covered! We have reviewed nearly EVERY snack available at Disney World, and we’ve written a series of DFB Guides about them! Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. You can even download them to your smartphone – it’ll be like we’re right there with you in the parks! Grab the DFB Guide! As always, for the latest in Disney treat news, stay with us at DFB. Fair Warning — Disney Is Getting Ready to Make You Ugly Cry Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide The Best Magic Kingdom Restaurants The Best EPCOT Restaurant Restaurants The Best Restaurants in Disney’s Hollywood Studios The Best Restaurants in Disney’s Animal Kingdom The Best Disney Springs Restaurants The Best (and Worst) Disney World Hotel Restaurants Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which of these sweet treats are you getting your hands on first? Tell us your favorite version of the Elemental floats below! The post You Voted on Which NEW Disney Treat You'd Get -- but Which Is Actually BETTER?? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World just announced a ton of exciting offerings will be returning to the parks this year, and a brand new holiday party is coming to Hollywood Studios! Jollywood Nights Disney’s Jollywood Nights is a new, separately ticketed event that will take place from 8:30PM to 12:30AM on ten select nights from November 11th through December 20th, 2023. It will be full of food, entertainment, and lots of character meet and greets! Speaking of which, come with us for a sneak peek at one of the exclusive meet-and-greets coming to Jollywood Nights! Disney announced that as part of this event, Animation Courtyard will be lined with characters including Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy, and Pluto, and Powerline Max, Chip ‘n’ Dale, and Phineas and Ferb can be found at Echo Lake! As part of a recent preview of Jollywood Nights, we got to check out a sneak peek of one of the character meet-and-greets. ©Disney Say hello to Phineas and Ferb! Hey dudes! Each meet and greet at Echo Lake will have its own Christmas tree including this one with Phineas and Ferb! Over at Pixar Place, you’ll be able to meet Edna Mode with a 1950s theme and catch Frozone’s Snow Zone! We can’t wait to see them again! Throughout the park, guests will be able to experience unique music and entertainment inspired by different genres. For example, over at Commissary Lane, guests can explore a lively Latin Street Fair featuring three different bands, while Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy will host a live holiday special over at Theater of the Stars with some other Disney friends like Tiana and Belle. Don’t forget that Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will still take place on select nights in Magic Kingdom. If you hoped to see that classic Once Upon a Christmastime Parade, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party may be the event for you. But, if you’re intrigued by this NEW holiday offering, make sure to check the calendar and grab those tickets! In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Learn More About Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios Here DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2023 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2023 Holiday Season The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the 2023 DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney World to attend their media preview of holiday offerings. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post Not Me Seriously Considering Paying 0 Just To Meet Holiday Phineas and Ferb in Disney’s Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Imagine: It’s Christmas morning, and everyone is still asleep — except you. You’re up early, living the good life, and taking it all in. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge This isn’t just any Christmas — nope. Because this morning, you woke up in a Disney World Deluxe hotel. Just how’d you swing that, you ask? Don’t you worry, we’re going to tell you exactly how Annual Passholders can make it happen. What if we told you that you could score a stay at a Deluxe Disney World hotel on CHRISTMAS DAY for 40% off?! You’re not dreaming — it’s the truth. Annual Passholders can save on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels between October and December 2023. This discount can save Passholders up to 35% on stays most Sunday through Thursday nights from October 2nd to November 18th, 2023, and most nights from November 19th to December 9th, 2023. But — Passholders can save up to 40% most nights December 10th through the 25th, 2023. Read it again — through December 25th…that’s Christmas Day, people!!! Save up to 40% for stays most nights December 10th to the 25th, 2023 at the following hotels: Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney’s Beach Club Resort Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Old Key West Resort Disney’s Riviera Resort Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa Disney’s Yacht Club Resort More holiday decor To qualify for this discount, you must stay for a minimum of one night and a maximum of fourteen nights. Disney warned that the number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited, so you’ll want to book your rooms quickly! Advanced hotel reservations are required in order to take advantage of the deal. Christmas at Old Key West But, what is going on??? Why would Disney offer a discount during what has historically been one of the busiest times of the year? Well, we might not know the exact reason, but it could be something similar to why we’re expecting fewer crowds in the parks this summer. First, Annual Passes didn’t sell out quite like Disney was anticipating. We know this because when they first went on sale again, the Disney World website featured a message that read, “We anticipate a pass or select passes may become unavailable for purchase later today (April 20th, 2023).” But, months later, all Annual Passes are still available for purchase. Disney’s Beach Club Resort Decorations Not only that, but over the past few months, besides a few MAJOR holidays, Disney’s Park Pass availability has been wide-open at all four theme parks. Attraction wait times have been low, too, and even virtual queue availability for Magic Kingdom’s newest ride, TRON Lightcycle / Run, has remained open HOURS after the queue opens. Disney’s Yacht Club And just like with these holiday hotel discounts, we can also look at the summer deals and discounts to gauge how busy Disney anticipates the parks to be. Currently, we’re seeing deals for pretty much EVERYONE, including Florida Residents, Disney Visa Cardmembers, Annual Passholders, and theme park guests. The same is true right around Christmas, with several hotel discounts having been announced for the holiday season. When we see promotions like these, we usually assume that Disney wants more people in the parks and resorts, so they start lowering the price to entice more visitors. Christmas everywhere It’s not all good news for Disney’s bottom line though — according to a recent earnings call, things are slowing down in the theme parks. In reference to the Disney Parks revenue, CFO Christine McCarthy said, “Per cap growth was more moderate this quarter as we are comparing against the first full quarter of offering Genie+ and Lightning Lane at both parks in the prior year.” She also noted this dip in attendance could likely be due to the 50th Anniversary Celebration ending. 5 BIG Reasons You Could See an Empty Disney World This Summer Ultimately, we’ll have to wait and see just what crowds will be like, but with a 40% off hotel discount for Annual Passholders, maybe you can check it out for yourself too! It’s rare that we see discounts quite this high, especially for Deluxe Resorts so take advantage if you can. Imagine waking up in your Disney World hotel room on Christmas morning — ahhhh, that’s the life. Hollywood Studios Christmas tree Want help booking your Disney World vacation? 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Learn More About Being a Disney World Annual Passholder Here Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you an Annual Passholder? Tell us in the comments. The post This Is a Dream, Right?! Hotels Are 40% Off For Christmas Day in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Deciding on where to stay during your Walt Disney World vacation in Orlando can be quite mind-boggling. There are four Resort hotel levels: Value, Moderate, Deluxe, and Deluxe Villa. If you plan on staying onsite in a moderate hotel, we suggest looking at the pros and cons of each resort. Of course, Disney’s moderate level resorts aren’t as pricey as deluxe accommodations! Welcome to Magic Kingdom It can definitely be a tricky decision when it comes to picking your Disney World accommodations — but we want to help. We’re ranking the Disney moderate hotels so you know which is truly the best of the best. Now, we want our ranking to be as objective as possible. So, we’ve ranked each hotel by utilizing a previous reader ranking. Shout out to our friends over at AllEars.Net for help with this effort! Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter The favorite of the moderate resorts didn’t surprise us. Port Orleans French Quarter has received rave reviews for years and has a very strong fan following. Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter Resort Many families stay here year after year. The cobblestone streets, gas lamps, and wrought iron fences steal many hearts! Stroll the quiet paths at French Quarter! Port Orleans French Quarter is absolutely charming! Families with small children really appreciate that the resort’s small size makes getting to the bus stop and Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory easy. I’ve also found this to be a very accessible and family-friendly resort when traveling with multi-generations. Pros: Small & easy to navigate, boat to Disney Springs, Beignets Cons: No table service restaurant, buses can be time-consuming And don’t forget, French Quarter is the home of Mickey Beignets! Head over to Scat Cat’s Club and pick between standard beignets, fruit-centered beignets, and even boozy beignets. Beignet Sundae Or why not opt for my favorite — the Beignet Sundae! It’s big enough to share. Want to see more of Port Orleans – French Quarter? Click here! Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort is a favorite for some and a less exciting option for others. You’re on ISLAND TIME! With its centralized location and relaxing island vibe, this Resort sets a calypso tone for a vacation within a vacation! Caribbean Beach Resort When it comes to moderate hotels, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort arguably has the best transportation options. Caribbean Beach Skyliner Station Caribbean Beach is close to two Disney Skyliner stations: the main hub and the Riviera station. Pros: Disney Skyliner, close to Disney’s Riviera Resort and its dining options Cons: Super huge, limited dining However, this is a large resort and your walk to the main lobby could be LONG. Caribbean Beach Resort Dining options are limited but guests can easily make use of the restaurants at Riviera Resort. Click here to see more of Caribbean Beach! Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside Resort is great for those who want Disney theming to the max. Wouldn’t you just love to open up those Tiana curtains every morning? Riverside offers rustic Louisiana-inspired charm and terrific dining options. Port Orleans Resort — Riverside You’ll find southern hospitality around every corner. Pros: Yehaa Bob Jackson performs at River Roost Lounge, Royal Rooms, boats to Disney Springs Cons: Very large with many bus stops The walk over to French Quarter and the boat ride to Disney Springs are both relaxing. Riverside Logo While this resort boasts a peaceful setting, it is also sprawling. Want to see more of Port Orleans – Riverside? Click here! Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort If you’re wanting luxury but you’re also on a budget, then Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort might be the moderate resort to book! Gran Destino Tower at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort This resort is GORGEOUS — especially the Gran Destino Tower section of this hotel, which opened back in 2019. Dig Site Coronado Springs also has the biggest hot tub on Disney property! You can find it over at the Dig Site — a pool area themed around the Mayan ruins. Pros: Dining options, only Moderate with a Club Level, large hot tub/Dig Site pool area Cons: only Bus transportation, large resort Coronado Springs has a LOT of dining and a lot of variety. Dahlia Lounge Despite being a bit far from everything, you can see the EPCOT AND Hollywood Studios fireworks from Gran Destino’s Dahlia Lounge. Want to see more of Coronado Springs? Click here! The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort is going to be the best option if you’re wanting some extra space without splurging for a suite. Just note that the cabins will soon be undergoing massive renovations. Cabin The cabins might be more expensive than the other moderate options, but you’re going to get a lot more space and a lot more privacy for the price. Pros: Boat to Magic Kingdom, fun camping experience and environment, recreational activities Cons: Large resort, limited dining options Fort Wilderness Resort itself is located a short boat ride away from Magic Kingdom, but navigating the sprawling area of the resort itself can take some time. You’ll have extra space in a cabin The cabins feel more homey and rustic than swanky. So, if you’re looking for something a little more casual instead of luxurious, they could be worth considering! Click here to learn more about Fort Wilderness Resort! Finally, if you are still unsure as to which hotel is best for your family, be sure to read our rankings of ALL the Disney World resorts. And remember that the BEST moderate resort for your traveling party may not be the highest ranked resort. Be sure to weigh the pros and cons before choosing your moderate Disney hotel. Want More Details About Disney World’s Hotels? Ranking of ALL of Disney World’s Hotels A Full List of Changes Announced for Disney World’s Hotels The BEST Disney World Hotels for 2023 The WORST Disney World Hotels for 2023 13 Critical Things You’re FORGETTING About When Booking a Disney World Hotel 8 Gadgets You Need for Your Disney World Hotel Room The Surprising Things You Won’t Find in Your Disney World Hotel Room The Secret Way to Stay in Disney World’s Hotels for LESS! What Items from Amazon Can You Have Delivered to Your Resort Hotel? We’ve Got the Details Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney World hotel news right in your inbox! 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Growing up visiting Walt Disney World for our annual family vacation, I cherish countless magical memories made at Disney Parks – memories I continue to make with my family, friends, guests and fellow cast members as a cast member today. Because this weekend is Father’s Day, Disney magical moments with my dad are “running” through my […]View the full article

We’re getting a blizzard of holiday news from the Disney parks lately as they celebrate Halfway to the Holidays! Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime fireworks Now that we finally have dates announced for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, have learned about another exclusive after-hours party at Disney’s Hollywood Studios — Disney Jollywood Nights, and have got a sneak peek at the exclusive holiday merch, it’s time to answer a burning question! We know there’s a LOT to do during these holiday parties and sometimes it’s hard to pack in everything you want to do in one night. But let’s be honest, is it really a party at Disney World if you’re not going on a ride or two? Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2022 It looks like Disney is aiming to help you figure out a way to fit it all in! They’ve now confirmed that during the party nights, both TRON Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom AND Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be operating with a virtual queue. Here are all the details you need to know about the virtual queue for TRON Lightcycle / Run in Magic Kingdom: You can join the virtual queue starting at 6PM on the night that you’re attending the holiday party A standby line will NOT be available — you must enter the virtual queue in order to ride You can only request to enter the virtual queue ONCE per event The 6PM virtual queue is only available to you on the day of the event you are attending, and your event tickets must be linked in your My Disney Experience account in order to join the queue You do NOT have to be in Magic Kingdom in order to join the virtual queue as long as your tickets are linked in your account We’re still waiting for Disney to announce specific details for the Rise of the Resistance virtual queue, which will be available during the new Jollywood Nights holiday party at Hollywood Studios. TRON Lightcycle / Run Using a virtual queue rather than waiting in standby lines will likely significantly increase your ability to experience other party happenings like stopping for exclusive treats, meeting with rare characters in their holiday outfits, taking in a merry stage show, and watching the dazzling fireworks. This seems like it’s a continuation of when Disney announced TRON Lightcycle / Run would operate on a virtual queue during Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Parties. You’ll be able to join the virtual queue starting at 6PM on the night you’re attending the party and track the progress of your boarding group through the evening so you can spend less time in line to ride popular attractions and more time celebrating elsewhere in the park! Rise of the Resistance We’re thrilled that Disney is looking to make it easier to fit in what you want to do most during these party nights and we think this is a great start. For the latest updates on all the holiday happenings, stay tuned with us at Disney Food Blog. Check Out an Exclusive Look at Disney’s 2023 Holiday Merchandise! DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2023 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2023 Holiday Season The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the 2023 DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be riding these rides during your Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party night? Tell us all about your favorite party offering in the comments! The post CONFIRMED: TRON Lightcycle / Run and Rise of the Resistance Will Use Virtual Queues During Disney World Holiday Parties first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Disney just dropped a ton of news about holiday happenings throughout the parks and resorts! Disneyland Christmas Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is returning to Disney World, Oogie Boogie Bash will be back at Disneyland, and we can’t wait for those epic holiday ride overlays. Speaking of which, one of our favorite holiday ride makeovers is coming BACK — and we’re telling you everything you need to know! Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion Holiday will be returning on September 1st, 2023. For those who don’t know, Haunted Mansion Holiday is a ride overlay that typically takes effect around September each year in Disneyland. ©Disney We usually see the ride close for a while before the start of the overlay, and when it reopens, it’s all decked out with both Halloween and Christmas decor, as well as characters from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. The overlay usually lasts until Halloween is over, but last year we saw it stick around through early January! Haunted Mansion Haunted Mansion Holiday isn’t the only Halloween touch coming to Disneyland Resort this fall. At both parks, you can meet characters dressed up in their Halloween costumes, see intricately carved pumpkins on Main Street, U.S.A., and eat some delicious Halloween snacks and treats! Haunted Mansion Holiday And there is, of course, the Oogie Boogie Bash, which will take place on select nights in September and October. Tickets go on sale to the general public on June 29th (no earlier than 9AM PST). However, Magic Key Holders will be able to grab a limited amount of tickets on June 27th (no earlier than 9AM PST). Tickets will be available at Disneyland.com/OogieBoogieBash. Ticket prices range from $134 to $189. Oogie Boogie Bash We’ll keep you updated on all things Halloween and Christmas in Disneyland, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Why Oogie Boogie Bash Is SUCH a Hit in Disneyland Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Have you experienced Haunted Mansion Holiday? Tell us in the comments. The post Haunted Mansion Fans! Mark Your Calendars for September 1st first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Okay, this is not a drill — but we’ve got even MORE new Disney World food news! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Y’all know how much we love it when new food comes to Disney World. We’re all about checking out new menus at restaurants, new snacks that pop up in the parks, and ANY AND ALL new food we come across. So now, we’ve got a reason to be excited when we visit Disney’s Hollywood Studios: because new Elemental-themed snacks — and more — will be arriving soon! In honor of the release of Pixar’s new movie, Elemental, which releases TODAY, June 16th, some NEW things have arrived in Disney World. Two of those new things are treats at Hollywood Studios inspired by the movie’s two stars, Ember and Wade. Ember and Wade First, you’ll be able to grab Ember’s Fiery Float, made with DOLE Whip Mango with chamoy-mango purée, chili-lime seasoning, and red bubble sugar. You’ll also be able to try Wade’s Cool Blue Float, made with vanilla soft-serve, Sprite, blueberry boba pearls, flavors of cotton candy, and a meringue wave. These sound like very different treats — which one would you pick? Are you going for the firey chili-lime seasoning or the chill boba pearls?? We honestly can’t decide so of course we’ll just have to get both. You can find these treats at Epic Eats starting today. Disney didn’t say how long they’d be available, so you’ll probably want to head over sooner rather than later in case these are only around for this weekend! ©Disney But that’s not all because you can now find a TON of new Elemental merchandise at both Disney World and Disneyland, as well as online at shopDisney. We’ve already fallen in love with the Elemental Ears. Elemental Ears! Over in Disneyland, you can learn how to draw Wade and Ember at Disney California Adventure’s Animation Academy during select classes. You can also see a NEW Elemental-inspired pre-show before performances of World of Color — One. PLUS you’ll be able to get your hands on some adorable Ember and Wade sippers at both Disneyland and California Adventure — how cute are these? ©Disney So be sure to check all that out and don’t forget to see Elemental in movie theaters! We’ll be trying out the new treats in Disney World soon, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for those reviews. Fair Warning — Disney Is Getting Ready to Make You Ugly Cry Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be seeing Elemental this weekend? Let us know in the comments! The post 2 NEW Treats Are Coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios and We Need To Know Which You’d Pick first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It may be summer, but thanks to a SLEW of announcements by Disney World, we’re already gearing up for the holiday season. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in 2022! We’re ready to enjoy some delicious holiday snacks, and we’re ready to check out the brand NEW holiday party happening at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. But we’ll also be going to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Magic Kingdom, and we can’t wait to see, do, and eat ALL the things. So here’s what is happening at this year’s party! So far, Disney has confirmed the following for this year’s Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Entertainment Those attending Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will have no shortage of entertainment. First, Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade will be returning, which is a “festive procession” that features dancing gingerbread men, marching toy soldiers, all your favorite characters in their holiday outfits, and even Santa. It’s SANTA! Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks will also be returning this year. This is a nighttime display at Cinderella Castle set to all your favorite holiday songs. Christmas fireworks in 2022 You’ll also get to enjoy Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration, a stage show in front of Cinderella Castle starring Mickey Mouse and his friends. (And don’t forget about the NEW Frozen-themed Cinderella Castle show that’s coming to the party this year!) Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration in 2022 Club Tinsel will also be returning this year –– this is a holiday-themed dance party where party guests can get their groove on with holiday friends. Club Tinsel Younger partygoers can enjoy the Disney Junior Jingle Jam, which features popular Disney Junior characters like Fancy Nancy, Vampirina, Doc McStuffins, and more. Disney Junior Jingle Jam There’s plenty to do for the whole family. Eats Okay, this is the part we get REALLY excited about. You’ll get FREE cookies and hot cocoa at select locations. Yep, we said it — FREE. FREE cookies and hot cocoa That’s not all, though — the party will also have EXCLUSIVE snacks and drinks available for purchase. Rides Of course, one of the BIG draws of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is that it’s a limited-capacity event, meaning that lines for rides are generally short. You’ll be able to enjoy the following rides during the party: Adventureland Jingle Cruise — Jungle Cruise with a holiday twist The Magic Carpets of Aladdin Pirates of the Caribbean Swiss Family Treehouse Frontierland Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Liberty Square Haunted Mansion Fantasyland Prince Charming Regal Carrousel “it’s a small world” Peter Pan’s Flight The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh Mad Tea Party Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Mad Tea Party during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Storybook Circus Dumbo the Flying Elephant The Barnstormer Tomorrowland Astro Orbiter Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor Space Mountain – with a holiday twist Tomorrowland Speedway Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover TRON Lightcycle / Run presented by Enterprise – virtual queue access only Space Mountain in its festive lighting Here’s a note about the virtual queue for TRON / Lightcycle Run: Guests attending Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will be able to join the virtual queue as of 6PM the evening of their party. There will not be a standby line for this ride. Characters, Photo Ops, and More You’ll be able to meet and get photos with many of your favorite characters, with some decked out in their holiday outfits. Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum You’ll also get to witness SNOW on Main Street, U.S.A., which should certainly put you in the holiday spirit. Check out these posts for more information about this year’s event: Full List of DATES for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Ticket Prices ANNOUNCED for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Check out an exclusive look at Disney’s 2023 holiday merchandise! Like we said, a LOT goes on during the party and you may need to put together a list of your must-dos before you attend because there IS so much. We’ll be there on NIGHT ONE of the party checking everything out, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more. Have you heard about the OTHER Disney World holiday party this year? Get all the details here! DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2023 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2023 Holiday Season The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the 2023 DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! 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If you’re going to invest in a Disney World vacation, then you want the best Disney World vacation. None of this being disappointed in what you paid for business. Instead, we’re gonna help you find a room that’ll make you go, “Yup. Worth it. So totally worth it.” This lobby is so GRAND. Guess where? If you wind up hearing multiple options that you wanna look more into, then head to disneyfoodblog.com/BESTHOTELS. You can drop us your email and we’ll get this complete list of hotel options sent to you! If you want the royal treatment (without the royal prices) We had to start with this category because these hotels continue to impress us over and over and over again. We’re talking about those moderate resorts that give you the deluxe resort treatment – like Disney’s Gran Destino Tower, for instance. Disney’s Gran Destino Tower is the latest addition to the Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort area – and it is MISLEADING. When you first walk into this lobby, you’re going to think you’ve accidentally booked a room WAY outta your price range – because it is BEAUTIFUL. The scaling ceiling. The intricate, decorative Spanish backdrops. The marble accents. The dripping light fixtures. The sleek-and-clean feel. Resort lobby at Coronado Springs’ Gran Destino Tower The layout of the rooms mirrors more of a deluxe resort feel, too. You’re not gonna get a whole lot of colorful characters here, no, but what you WILL get are classy wood and metal details, a large stand-up shower, lots of storage space, a desk area, lots of places to plug-and-charge electronics, and a personalized smart television. Deluxe Suite Bedroom at Gran Destino Tower And – depending on which room you choose – you might also get an epic view across the shining waters of Lago Dorado. Lago Dorado views You’ve also got QUITE the fancy-pants dining and lounge options here – like Toldeo: Tapas, Steak & Seafood and Dahlia Lounge. Inside Toledo at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort But you’re not limited to options over at the tower. Since Gran Destino is part of the Coronado Springs resort area, all you’ve gotta do is walk on over to even MORE dining options – including places like: Maya Grill, Rix Sports Bar and Grill, and, my personal favorite, the lakefront Three Bridges Bar and Grill at Villa del Lago ( Warm Manchego and Oaxaca Cheese Dip is literally all I need to order to keep me happy). Warm Manchego and Oaxaca Cheese Dip Your room at Gran Destino Tower is also within walking distance of The Dig Site – which is one of the neatest Disney World resort pool areas for two main reasons: One: It’s got that TOWERING Mayan Pyramid (with an attached waterslide) at the Lost City of Cibola Pool. And Two: It’s got the LARGEST hot tub on Disney property. Time for Some Fun in the Sun! The big ol’ downside of Coronado Springs Gran Destino? Just because it SEEMS like a deluxe resort doesn’t mean it IS – so when you stay here, you will NOT be within walking distance of ANY of the parks, nor will you have access to the Extended Evening Hours park benefit like the REAL deluxe resorts have. The Complete Guide to Eating at Disney’s Coronado Springs Plus – like we mentioned briefly – these rooms are sleek and have a nice view, but they’re not Disney-fied. So if you want a REAL Royal Treatment – with yet ANOTHER moderate price tag – then you may wanna float on down to the bayous instead and getcha a room over at Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside. Riverside Logo Just like any other Disney World resort, Port Orleans Riverside has a few different room types. You’ve got your standard, your pool view, your preferred room, your King Bed room. BUT unlike the other resorts, you’ve got ANOTHER option called The Royal Guest Room. ©Disney This is one of those rooms where a GRAND REVEAL is warranted. Some resorts, you open the door and you’re just like, “Cool. A bed and a bathroom.” But at a Royal Guest Room, you open the door and reveal portraits of Disney princesses hanging on the walls, Aladdin’s magic carpet sprawled out on the floor, Belle’s little footstool pup next to the TV, sinks with magic lamps, and – to REALLY hit it out of the ballpark – headboards that ACTUALLY light up with fireworks. The shower curtain And the best part? These rooms are still set at a moderate price. (We’re talking around $335-$360 per night, depending on the room view and time of year you book your trip.) Coronado Springs vs. Port Orleans Disney World Resort Guide Now, Gran Destino and Port Orleans Riverside aren’t NOISY resorts, by any means, but you’ve STILL got roommates right next door that, hey, I can’t predict whether they’ll be on their best behavior or not. Sooooooo why don’t we look into the BEST rooms that do a better job of keeping other guests out of your personal bubble… If you’re sick of dealing with PEOPLE OOF. Honesty check! (Because, let’s be real here, the one thing you’re NOT looking forward to for your upcoming Disney trip are the CROWDS.) So if you want your Disney World stay to be a WHOLE lot less people-y, the BEST hotel stay for that is… *drum roll please*… The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort! Cabin The Fort Wilderness Cabins are the only moderate resorts that are part of the Magic Kingdom area. But don’t let that fool you – you’re not just gonna be able to walk on over to the Magic Kingdom from here. And that’s because you’re gonna be in a log cabin in the middle of the woods. Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg So technically the “hotel” category is kinda misleading for this one. The rooms aren’t all attached to each other and they aren’t all located in a large collection of buildings. Instead, you’re gonna be pretty spread out from your neighbor – meaning more peace and quiet for you and your group. And these cabins are not what you’ll see there come next year. This whole area is getting a makeover — still in the same idyllic setting. Fort Wilderness Cabin Concept Art ©Disney Disney Vacation Club is redesigning the cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. The proposal calls for more than 350 refreshed cabins. Although the new cabins will be part of the Disney Vacation Club resort lineup, the proposed cabins will be open for reservations to all guests, including those who are not Disney Vacation Club Members. Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground The cabins will sleep up to six adults and feature a bedroom, bathroom, living room, full kitchen, and private patio. Ahhhh, privacy! And if you REALLY wanna embrace the great outdoors, Fort Wilderness is home to some of the BEST resort activities – like kayaking, fishing, segway tours, archery, horseback riding, swimming – AND Chip n Dale’s Campfire Sing a Long. Tri-Circle-D Ranch You can also dine at Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue – which is a dinner show that serves up a whole lotta laughs alongside LARGE heapings of comfort foods. OR you can choose to pre-order a pantry full of fresh groceries from the Disney World website for an extra cost – so you can cook a few meals yourself while lounging around your cabin. Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue Dinner Show Now, don’t go confusing THESE cabins with the Copper Creek Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. The Copper Creek Cabins are, indeed, set at a Deluxe price here – and for good reason. You’re DEFINITELY not gonna be roughin’ it with your fireplace in the spacious living room, full kitchen, separate bedrooms, washer/dryer hookups, and private built-in hot tub on the enclosed back deck. Like, sorry, this isn’t even GLAMPING. This is straight-up bougee-living (with plenty of privacy to make the deal even sweeter… if you can stomach the bill, that is). Copper Creek Cabins But, again, you’re not gonna be able to WALK to any of the parks from your cabin. It’s gonna be a little bit of a journey to get over to Magic Kingdom (or anywhere else, for that matter). So if you don’t mind paying a few hundred dollars more per night, you can get a Garden Suite over at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, instead. The Garden Suite will place you in the EPCOT-area resorts (but, like, in the most private, peaceful way possible). BoardWalk Inn For starters, there are only 14 Garden Suites available for you to book at the BoardWalk Inn. And these 14 suites might be connected to one another, but they’re also fenced off – so other guests can’t wander in-and-out all willy-nilly. Not only will you have space away from other guests, but you’ll also have space to spread out from your fellow members of your travel group. The suites are two stories tall and include a full living room area (with a wraparound couch), multiple bathrooms (including one with a FULL-on jacuzzi tub on the second floor), a wet bar, and an upstairs loft (where you can play “Rapunzel, Rapunzel” and let down your hair). Disney’s Boardwalk Inn Ooh – two-story suites and cabins? Can Disney World rooms GET any more unique than that? Why, yes. Yes, they can. If you’re wanting to switch things up What if you didn’t stay in a hotel at all? What if you stayed somewhere, instead, that you could brag about at your next high school reunion? The Treehouses at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort might be a good place to start! Treehouse So Saratoga Springs often gets overlooked when it comes to the Disney World resort lineup, since it’s A) Very DVC-focused, and B) has outdated rooms. BUT those treehouses are NOT to be slept on Saratoga’s treehouses aren’t exactly perched ON a tree, per se, but they are elevated so they’re AMONGST the treetops. Technically, we could’ve put these bad boys in the “quiet” resort groupings too – since they’re also not connected to other neighboring rooms and they’re out in the wilderness, away from the crowds and ruckus. Treehouse Villa They’re also super spacious and can sleep up to 9 people – with three bedrooms, full kitchen, outdoor patio, and full living room areas. But the thing about these rooms is that … they’re expensive. (Think $1,700 a night expensive.) They also book up really quickly, since they’re great for bigger family gatherings that can help split the bill. So if you wanna reserve one of these treehouses and live out your Tarzan-like fantasy, you’re gonna have to start looking out for these guys at least a year in advance. The Complete Guide to Eating at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort Same goes for the bungalows over at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. They’re expensive. They’re difficult to book. But, man, if you can manage to budget AND get a reservation here? You’re in for a treat. The Bungalows jut out over the Seven Seas Lagoon, right across the way from Magic Kingdom. (So HELLO nightly fireworks shows!) Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Along with a “fantastic point of view” (as Aladdin would put it), you’ve got 2 full bathrooms (very important info right there), a full kitchen, and a full living room – all within a very tropical-themed oasis. Not to mention you’ve ALSO got a private deck with a plunge pool. So even though you can’t jump on into the Seven Seas Lagoon for an afternoon dip, you’ve got a little fenced-in alternative (that’s a lot less swampy, but… also kinda cramped, to be perfectly honest? I dunno, it’ll at least cool you off and give ya a nice view.) Bungalows We do have a few qualms with the Polynesian’s bungalows (like the price point, and the impossible to book ordeal, and the tiny plunge pool that doesn’t give you much space to spread out), but it’s still a bucket list villa for many guests. The Complete Guide to Eating at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Speaking of rooms with a view, who needs them? If you want to turn off the TV and watch a live show To Keep Up with the Kardashians when you could keep up with a literal giraffe outside your hotel window? If you’re planning on booking a room over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, and you really want the full impact of the whole, “I’m surrounded by living, breathing animals” vibe, then the best room to get here is gonna be one with a Savanna View. That way, you can wake up each morning, walk out on your room’s balcony, and say “Hello, down there!” to a savanna filled with giraffes, zebras, flamingos, and several more species of African Wildlife. (Like, 30 species in total!) Your room will also come with a Wildlife Field Guide – so you and your group can learn more about the animals chillin’ in the savanna outside your window. Savanna View at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Now, word of warning – the savanna views are much pricier than the standard view rooms (like a couple hundred dollars extra per night). But you can cut down on that price by booking a standard room and requesting a partial savanna view (meaning you’d still be able to see the animals, but your view would be obstructed). If you do decide to try this route, you still won’t be guaranteed a partial savanna view – and sometimes if your request is fulfilled, the view might wind up being more obstructed than not, but it’s always worth asking about – just in case. Still, the only way you can guarantee a savanna view is by booking the full-on savanna room. Keep in mind that you don’t have to have a savanna room to see the Animal Kingdom Lodge’s expansive savanna. The giant windows of the lobby still overlook these massive plains. Not to mention the resort’s table service restaurant, Sanaa, also has picture-perfect window views overlooking the resort’s starring cast of wildlife. (But even if it didn’t, the East African-inspired menu options featured at Sanaa would still be worth the visit.) Savanna views at Sanaa And since I did mention how the Bungalows over at the Polynesian have great fireworks views, you’ll be happy to know that they’re not the only place you can see fireworks from your hotel window every night. If you’re browsing through the different rooms of the Disney resorts, and you come across one that says “Theme Park View,” that means you’re gonna have yourself a private showing of the nighttime spectaculars every evening of your stay. Happily Ever After fireworks The Magic Kingdom area resorts have a select number of theme park view rooms available, so make sure to check out not only Disney’s Polynesian Village (for more theme park views aside from just the bungalows), but also Disney’s Contemporary Resort and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. (Disney’s Wilderness Lodge also has a few rooms labeled as “Nature Fireworks” views, but what this really means is that you’ll see mostly trees with a few fireworks kinda peeking out over the tops – so they’re not worth the extra moolah, unless you’re okay with super-obstructed fireworks views.) Hey, Mickey! You saw the classiest. The quietest. The colorfulist. (Eek. My spell check HATES me for that word.) And now it’s up to YOU to decide WHICH of these hotels will be the best choice for YOUR upcoming vacation. Our BEST advice on getting these rooms is to call in the experts — our friends at Small World Vacations can work their magic to get you the best room available, all while ensuring you don’t miss out on any discounts Disney announces between the time of your booking and your vacation. And, in case you’re wondering, using a travel agent doesn’t cost you a dime. It’s free, will very likely SAVE you money, and will definitely save you headaches. It’s a win-win-win! Ask Small World Vacations to quote your Disney World trip! Now that you’ve got the planning underway for your next vacation, stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW The post The BEST Rooms in Disney World Hotels, And How To Get Them first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We tell you about sales on shopDisney all the time, but this is one way to get a discount we’ve yet to experience before! Tink! shopDisney is known to have pretty great flash sales and they’ve already given us a jumpstart on back-to-school items for kids, too. However, this new way to hunt down a discount will have you ready to follow a pixie dust trail! If you happen to find yourself browsing the offerings on shopDisney today, hunting down just the right Disney things to complete your collection, chances are you’ll probably run across this fun online scavenger hunt that unlocks an exclusive discount code. When we logged into shopDisney ourselves, we were greeted with an interactive way to browse the site and cash in on some stellar savings in the process. The first notice we saw looked like this. The puzzle begins here! ©Disney Ok, this is cute, and we love a good puzzle, so we decided we were up for the challenge! Searching around the site lead us to our first letter… ©Disney … and we quickly bounded off to find the next one. A few clicks later led us to an “I”! ©Disney We’re feeling good about this but we’ve got to complete the puzzle to unlock the discount so we’ve still got a few more letters to go. Then it was time to find an “N”! ©Disney Got it, and to round us out we just needed one more… ©Disney … “K”! Well done, we’re officially TINK hunting experts now! When we went on to use the code on our treasure bounty at the end of the hunt we were able to type in code “TINK” at checkout to save $10 off of our entire purchase. We want to show you a few of the items that caught our attention with these extra savings! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Take $10 off of the Ariel Light-Up Wand! ©Disney Command your own kingdom with a wave of your wand. The top is adorned with the princess’ sculpted figure, and the scepter glows a bright purple when you press a gem on its stem. Click here to see the Ariel Light-Up Wand Take an additional $10 off the Stitch Toothbrush Holder! Stitch Toothbrush Holder Stitch is no stranger to good oral hygiene and you’re almost certain not to miss his adorable smiling face as you’re ready to brush your own teeth (look at those pearly whites). He’s sculpted with a glossy finish and will sit there waiting to greet you with a toothy grin each day. Click here to see the Stitch Toothbrush Holder Enjoy an additional $10 off the 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea Minnie Ears! 20,000 Leagues Under The Sea Ears Spin your whale of a tale to tell of your explorations and adventures of your latest Disney vacation. These ears designed after the Nautilus submarine are made of simulated leather ear headbands and are themed to Walt Disney’s classic film, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. Portholes serve as mouse ears, so you can see the giant squid attack! They also honor Disney’s 100 anniversary with a special metal tag. Click here to see the 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea Ears We thought this was a neat way for Disney to share some savings with us while adding a magic touch to it! We always work to keep you updated on the latest sales and discounts on Disney merch so for the latest in savings, stay tuned with us at Disney Food Blog. 4 Disney Merchandise SALES You DON’T Want To Miss! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Do you enjoy fitting together puzzles? Tell us about your favorite experience in the comments! The post You’ll Have To Solve Disney’s Puzzle To Access an Exclusive Discount! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The conflict between Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Disney over the Reedy Creek Improvement District (now Central Florida Tourism Oversight Board) is far from over. Reedy Creek Improvement District We’ve been keeping an eye out for news on actions from the District itself, things related to the various lawsuits between the groups, and more. But just what has been happening in recent weeks? We’ve got a COMPLETE update here! Changes Within the District Regarding changes within the District itself, we already shared how one member of the Board of Supervisors left his position while another was appointed by DeSantis. But in terms of other updates, the Board’s next meeting is scheduled for June 21st and the meeting agenda is up on the site, giving us a clue into their future actions. ©Reedy Creek Meeting Livestream At this meeting, the Board appears to be focused on appointing the members of the Pollution Control Board. That is an existing advisory board but it seems some new appointments could hit that board soon. In addition, the board will get reports from the fire department battalion chief, the director of procurement, and their acting general counsel. The Board is also set to review resolution number 644, which will have the District adopt a “whistleblower policy for District employees.” Reedy Creek Building When it comes to the fire department within the District, it seems changes are on the way. The existing Chief, Chief LePere, previously announced his retirement and the new District Administrator (Glenton Gilzean Jr) has announced the search for their next fire chief. According to a press release on the District website, this will be a “nationwide search” and they are looking for someone “with a strong track record of leadership in running a department that successfully implements industry-leading fire management techniques.” Reedy Creek Fire Department The cities within the District — Bay Lake and Lake Buena Vista — are set to have their next meetings on July 12th, so we’ll look for updates from that and from the June meeting of the District’s Board of Supervisors. Lawsuit Updates Disney vs. DeSantis and the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board (Federal Lawsuit) First up, we’ve got some updates from the federal court case Disney filed against DeSantis and members of the Board of Supervisors for the District (No. 4:23-cv-00163-MW-MAF). In mid-May of 2023, a motion was filed by DeSantis’ team to disqualify the Judge appointed to the case — Mark E. Walker. Ultimately, the motion was denied, but the Judge disqualified himself for other reasons — you can read more about it here. The case has since been sent to Judge Allen C. Windsor, who will handle all case matters moving forward. ©Governor Ron DeSantis Website But there’s more. In early June, an order regarding the upcoming schedule of the case was entered. It reveals some critical dates that’ll be coming up soon. Specifically, the deadline for DeSantis and the other defendants to file a motion to dismiss the case is June 26th, 2023 — just a few days away — so we could get some big updates there soon. Disney will then have the ability to respond to the motion to dismiss until July 26th, 2023. And the Defendants can then reply no later than August 9th, 2023. After that, we could get a hearing date and court order that’ll determine just how the case will move forward. ©Central Florida Tourism Oversight Board The parties must also have a specific conference pursuant to one of the rules of civil procedure by June 20th, and submit a report following that meeting by June 27th, 2023. So things should start moving forward with this lawsuit very soon — we’ll be sure to look for updates! Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board vs. Disney (State Court Lawsuit) The legal conflicts continue with the state court lawsuit filed by the District against Disney in state court (Case no. 2023-CA-011818-O). The key thing that has been filed here recently is a motion to dismiss — it was filed by Disney back in mid-May 2023. Essentially, Disney argues that after expressing its view on Florida’s Parental Rights in Education Bill, Governor DeSantis “unleashed a campaign of retaliation, weaponizing the power of government to punish Disney for its protected speech.” In an attempt to protect itself, Disney entered into some development contracts with the existing Reedy Creek District. Reedy Creek Trash Cans The new board discovered these agreements later (despite Disney arguing that they had been publicly noticed and approved) and DeSantis promised that the new Board would declare the contracts void, plus the state would pass a law to revoke Disney’s contracts with the old District board. Both things did happen, or, as Disney puts it “The Governor made good on his threats.” The new Board declared the contracts void, which led Disney to file its lawsuit in federal court (discussed above). Then, the Board filed its lawsuit in state court which asks the court to declare that Disney’s contracts with the old board are void. Reedy Creek Improvement District But Disney argues that the state court lawsuit is now irrelevant. Why? Well because shortly after the Board declared Disney’s agreements with the old board to be invalid, the Governor signed a bill (that had been passed by the legislature) that effectively voids Disney’s contracts by prohibiting the Board from complying with the terms of those contracts. According to Disney, “That legislation renders Plaintiff’s complaint moot because it makes any order this Court could issue—in either party’s favor—legally irrelevant.” Obtained via ClickOrlando Livestream Disney argues that if the court decides that the Board is wrong and the contracts complied with state law, the Board would still not be able to enforce them because of the new law that has been passed in Florida. And if the Court, on the other hand, finds that the Board is right and the contracts are invalid, it wouldn’t matter anyway because the new state law already has made them void. In the alternative to just dismissing the case, Disney has asked that the state lawsuit at least be stayed (a.k.a. put on pause) until the federal lawsuit is fully resolved since it involves overlapping issues. Cinderella Castle As of the latest updates to this post, the Board has not filed a response to Disney’s motion to dismiss. But the matter has been set for a 60-minute in-person hearing on July 14th, 2023 (at 2PM EDT) before Judge Margaret H. Schreiber, so we could see updates before then and ultimately hear (after that July hearing) what will happen to this case. Abigail Disney Speaks Out In other news, Abigail Disney — the granddaughter of Roy O. Disney (brother to Walt Disney) — has commented about some recent things that have taken place near Disney related to DeSantis. Specifically, in mid-June, a group of individuals gathered outside of Disney World in a spot where protestors can sometimes be spotted. These people displayed Nazi insignia while some displayed messages supporting DeSantis, according to USA Today. ©Governor Ron DeSantis Website Florida Representative Anna Eskamani shared some photos that had been sent to her. Abigail Disney responded to the matter by reposting the video from Eskamani and saying “My grandfather is spinning in his grave.” The entire situation marked a stark contrast between Disney’s current relationship with the California governor compared to its current relationship with Governor DeSantis in Florida. It also comes amid Newsom’s own “public feud with DeSantis,” which has been going on for a while, as noted by KTLA 5. Disney’s relationship with Newsom wasn’t always exceedingly positive though. During the initial reopening period following the COVID-19-related closures, Disneyland opened at a slower pace than Disney World and there were struggles between Disney and Newsom over certain reopening guidelines. Governor Gavin Newsom ©California But Disney’s relationships with the governors of Florida and California have changed substantially since then. Disney has even canceled its major project to build another campus in Florida for its employees, which some argue was motivated by the feud with DeSantis (while others point out a number of additional reasons why this change may have happened). Regardless, it’s interesting to see Newsom at Disneyland celebrating Pride Nite while in Florida Disney is battling DeSantis with lawsuits. Gov. Gavin Newsom ©ABC That’s all the updates for now but we’ll be sure to keep an eye out for more updates in the coming weeks and months. Stay tuned for more news related to Disney, DeSantis, Reedy Creek, and more. 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Picture your favorite summer Disney treat. Got it? We bet something immediately came to mind. Cozy Cone 1 And we also bet it probably didn’t involve eggs, right? Okay. Glad we’re on the same page. Disney sure knows how to celebrate, and right now it’s time to party because we’re officially Halfway to the Holidays — which means a few holiday-themed treats have popped up around the parks. It’s time, Dear DFB Reader, to come on our journey as we drink egg nog just in time for summer. There’s nothing quite like drinking a thick, egg-based drink in the middle of the summer — so of course we had to check it out. We’ve had egg slush drinks in Disney World before, but this time we’re heading over to Disney California Adventure’s Cozy Cone Motel to try the Egg Nog Slush for the Halfway to the Holidays event! Sounds…interesting This frozen treat has an egg nog base, but with a boozy twist — it’s got Rumchata liqueur and is topped with whipped cream and sprinkles for $17. We weren’t too keen on the idea of a slushy egg situation, and the thought of drinking eggs on a hot day made us immediately think of our favorite San Diego news man, Ron Burgundy. via Tenor But, we soldiered on — for you. And to be honest, we were pleasantly surprised. We didn’t expect to like this as much as we did. It had the texture of a slushy with a strong cinnamon flavor that wasn’t too overpowering, instead, it helped cut down on the richness of the custardy egg nog flavor. There she is! The Rumchata was present but we didn’t get whacked in the face with a strong alcohol flavor — it mostly just tastes like cinnamon and the whipped cream on top added a nice vanilla sweetness that rounded things out. It tasted more like what you might think an alcoholic churro slushy might taste like rather than something egg-nog-based. If you’re not a fan of cinnamon, we’d definitely recommend skipping this one the next time it comes around. Not bad actually While Halfway to the Holidays is a limited-time event, you might not be able to grab this drink in Disney California Adventure now — but there are plenty more incredible eats and treats throughout Disneyland you can check out. Not only that, but Disneyland usually goes all out during the actual holiday season, and you can read more about that here. We’ll be keeping an eye out for more epic eats from Disneyland and more, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest! The BEST Food in Disneyland in 2023 Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe What’s your favorite Disneyland snack? Tell us in the comments. The post I'm Not Too Proud To Admit I Was WRONG About This Disney Treat first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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It’s never too early to start planning for the holidays! ©Disney And now is a great time to start, especially since Disney World just announced a ton of exciting offerings will be returning to the parks this year. Not only that, but a brand new holiday party is coming to Hollywood Studios and we just learned more details! A brand new holiday event is coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Disney Jollywood Nights is a new, separately ticketed event that will take place from 8:30PM to 12:30AM on ten select nights from November 11th through December 20th, 2023. Jollywood Nights When Disney first announced the event, they teased that a special singalong would be coming to the Hyperion Theater in Hollywood Studios — and now we know WHO will be leading that singalong… Hyperion Theater …Jack Skellington! Disney shared that a The Nightmare Before Christmas singalong would be happening during the Jollywood Nights events this year. Jack Skellington and Oogie Boogie will appear, and — What’s This?! Sandy Claws might be in some trouble. Jack and Sally in 2018 Animation Courtyard will be lined with characters including Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy, and Pluto, and Powerline Max, Chip ‘n’ Dale, and Phineas and Ferb can be found at Echo Lake (and we hear each meet and greet will have its own Christmas tree)! Over at Pixar Place, you’ll be able to meet Edna Mode with a 1950s theme and catch Frozone’s Snow Zone! Hollywood Studios Throughout the park, guests will be able to experience unique music and entertainment inspired by different genres. For example, over at Commissary Lane, guests can explore a lively Latin Street Fair featuring three different bands, while Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy will host a live holiday special over at Theater of the Stars with some other Disney friends like Tiana and Belle. Does Disney make your Christmas more magical? The Hollywood Tower Hotel Courtyard will feature an “otherworldly soiree” with a ghostly band, and the Hollywood Brown Derby will be home to a swingin’ good time too. There will be a marquee on Hollywood Boulevard for you to grab a special photo with in the “Welcome to Tinseltown” area. And, there will be specialty food and beverages available, as well as a DJ spinning holiday, classic, and pop music. It’s the holiday season! No holiday event is complete without a little nighttime show, so be sure to check out the “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!” nighttime spectacular. The show features holiday music, fireworks, special effects, and projections. Tower of Terror Holiday Projections Don’t forget that Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will still take place on select nights in Magic Kingdom. If you hoped to see that classic Once Upon a Christmastime Parade, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party may be the event for you. But, if you’re intrigued by this NEW holiday offering, make sure to check the calendar and grab those tickets! In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Learn More About Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Here DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2023 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2023 Holiday Season The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the 2023 DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney World to attend their media preview of holiday offerings. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post More Details Announced for Jollywood Nights at Disney's Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Oh, there’s no place like home for the holidays! 2023 Holiday merch We’re still getting details about the upcoming Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party returning to Disney World this year, fun festivities that will also be coming back for EPCOT’S International Festival of the Holidays, and there are special Halfway to the Holidays treats available right now. As part of the celebration, Disney invited us to check out some of the holiday merch they will be releasing this year! Let’s take a look. First, let’s check out some of the items coming to Disney World, like these NEW Holiday Sweaters! Aren’t they adorable?! They come in matching Mickey and Minnie Mouse candy cane striped designs. Minnie sweater They’re probably some of the cutest “ugly” sweaters we’ve ever seen! Mickey sweater You’ll need something to complete the look though…why not “wrap” it all up with these adorable Disney character Crocs! They’re already full of holiday cheer exchanging gifts with each other with the likes of Goofy, Mickey, Pluto, Genie, Alice, Cheshire Cat, Dumbo, and so many more. Crocs If sweater weather really isn’t your style maybe you’ll opt to snag this holiday-themed button-up shirt. Button shirt Check out this adorable Ornament Plush! Ornament plush Don’t forget those stockings! There’s Mickey… Mickey stocking …and Minnie! Minnie stocking We’ve got to show you the Hanukkah theme merch for this year, too! Mickey The accompanying Loungefly backpack also features a full Menorah with both Mickey and Mickey gazing on. Loungefly backpack Then there are the Hanukkah ears! Ears! Check out the Spirit Jersey for this holiday season! Spirit Jersey Fa-la-la-la-la with some of your favorites while keeping cozy in a sweatshirt… We love this! …or maybe you’ll opt for the long sleeve tee with a front graphic of Disney pals. All the pals Don’t forget those ears! We spotted some Santa Hat Mickey Ears and some Snowman Mickey Ears! We’ll take both, thanks! Stitch fans, this sweater is definitely for you. Stitch sweater You can also carry everything you buy in this nice little tote bag! Tote bag There’s so much great holiday merchandise headed our way this year and just in time as we snag our tickets for the upcoming holiday festivities. We’ll be sure to keep you updated as we move along closer to the holiday happenings. For the latest in Disney holiday news stay tuned with us at Disney Food Blog. The ULTIMATE Guide to Disney World at Christmastime DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2023 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2023 Holiday Season The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the 2023 DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What are you already adding to your wish list? Tell us your favorites below! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney World to attend their media preview of holiday offerings. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post 🚨 Check Out an Exclusive Look at Disney's 2023 Holiday Merchandise! 🚨 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article