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If Pixar Pier is one of your favorite places in Disney California Adventure, imagine staying in a HOTEL with even more colorful Pixar theming. Well, it’s your lucky day, because such a place is coming SOON to Disneyland Resort! Oh, Disney, you sure know how to reel us back in for another vacation. Pixar Pier This winter, the Pixar Place Hotel is set to open. Uh-oh, that doesn’t give us much time to start a new staycation fund! The hotel will feature a reimagined Pixar theme that “weaves the artistry of Pixar into its comfortable, contemporary setting.” So far, we’ve seen some exciting concept art, and now Disney revealed even MORE information about the hotel. Let’s take a look! Disney’s early concept art and previews show “a new perspective on some of [your] favorite Pixar worlds and characters.” That sounds promising, but we’re visual people, so we’re gonna need some pictures to look at. The lobby sounds like a logical place to start, so let’s take a look. According to Disney, the lobby will feature “iconic images from Pixar films at the front desk, with characters pictured larger than life in curated artwork.” We’re getting some serious Mondrian vibes from this preview (if you don’t recognize the name, he was the artist that made those colorful square paintings). ©Disney As we’ve previously heard, the lobby will host the iconic Pixar Lamp balancing on its ball, as well as a character-inspired mobile! Imagine seeing this in person when the sun shines through the glass — STUNNING! ©Disney/Pixar Additionally, guests can look forward to a new water play area inspired by Finding Nemo. There will be a 186-foot-high waterslide, a pop-jet splash pad, and more! ©Disney Don’t worry; the fun doesn’t have to end when the sun sets! Disney shared that a family play court will be added to the deck area with plenty of fun activities inspired by Pixar’s short films. (Some of the short films include La Luna, Bao, For the Birds, and Burrow — give them a watch if you haven’t seen them yet!) Disney also teased a little snack spot where guests can enjoy food and drinks under the umbrellas from The Blue Umbrella. ©Disney But wait — there’s more! Disney previously announced that the team from Great Maple will open a restaurant on the first floor of the hotel. Here’s a peek at the upcoming restaurant! ©Disney Great Maple is a Southern California-based modern American restaurant that is known for playful takes on upscale comfort food. Disney shared that the restaurant will serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner all day. “Playful takes on comfort food” is exactly what a Pixar-inspired hotel needs, don’t you think? ©Disney We can’t wait to see this hotel open up later this year; we’re already daydreaming about the new foods we will be eating at Great Maple! In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Enter To WIN a $7,000 Disney Vacation in HAWAII Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever stayed at a Disneyland Resort hotel? Let us know in the comments! The post NEW LOOK at a Disney Hotel Makeover! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you looking for a new way to bring some Disney magic home with you? We’ve got just the thing. Korean Fried Chicken Bowl with Cucumber Namasu Disney is celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month right now with lots of limited-time eats and treats around the parks and hotels. Right now, you can try the Korean Fried Chicken Bowl with Cucumber Namasu at Capt. Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, but since it’s a specialty offering, it’s not going to stick around for long. If you’re a fan of these flavors, you can also make the dish at home with this new Disney recipe! In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Disney’s own Chef Kevin Chong, a culinary Cast Member with Korean heritage, brought AAPI representation to tables in Disney World by creating the delicious Korean Fried Chicken Bowl with Cucumber Namasu. Disney Chef Kevin Chong Chef Kevin said that the dish was inspired by his “Mama Chong” with Korean flavors that feature double-fried chicken thighs tossed with Gochujang sauce, sesame seeds, green onions, and namasu (pickled cucumbers). Let’s dive into the recipe: Here are all the things you’ll need: Ingredients Serves 4 For Cucumber Namasu: 1 cup rice wine vinegar 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons sugar 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced For Gochujang Sauce: 1/2 cup gochujang paste 1/4 cup ketchup 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1-1/2 tablespoons sesame oil 1-1/2 tablespoons soy sauce 1-1/2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1-1/2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/3 cup brown sugar Salt and pepper, to taste For Double-Fried Chicken Thighs: Oil, for frying 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs 2/3 cup potato starch 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper For Korean Fried Chicken Bowls: 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds 2 green onions, sliced 3 cups cooked white rice 1/4 cup cilantro leaves Korean Fried Chicken Bowl with Cucumber Namasu And here’s how to make it: Directions For Cucumber Namasu: Combine rice wine vinegar, salt, and sugar in a medium bowl. Whisk until sugar is dissolved. Add cucumbers and stir to combine. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours, up to 1 day. For Gochujang Sauce: Combine gochujang paste, ketchup, minced garlic, sesame oil, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, lemon juice, and brown sugar in a medium saucepan. Season with salt and pepper, to taste Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and continue simmering for 10 minutes. Keep warm until ready to serve. For Double-Fried Chicken Thighs: Place a wire cooling rack over a baking sheet. Set aside. With caution, heat oil in a deep fryer or Dutch oven to 325°F. Cut chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces. Whisk potato starch, all-purpose flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish or pie plate. Coat chicken thighs in flour mixture. Carefully fry chicken for 3-4 minutes, until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Drain chicken on reserved cooling rack set over baking sheet. With caution, increase oil heat to 375°. Fry chicken a second time for 1-2 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. Return to cooling rack. To serve: Pour gochujang sauce into a large bowl. Purée with an immersion blender until smooth. Add chicken to bowl and toss until coated. Add sesame seeds and sliced green onions to bowl and stir to combine. Evenly divide rice among 4 bowls. Top rice with chicken and cucumber namasu. Garnish with cilantro leaves. Always use caution when handling sharp objects and hot contents. that’s some spicy chicken! If you enjoyed making this, click the link below for more Disney recipes, and stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news! Click here to check out a LOT more Disney recipes! 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 the Korean Fried Chicken Bowl with Cucumber Namasu recipe? Let us know in the comments! The post This Snack Will DISAPPEAR from Disney's Polynesian Village Resort SOON -- Here's How To Make It at Home first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When completed this winter, the new Pixar Place Hotel will be the only fully Pixar-themed hotel in the United States!View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. It’s time to celebrate! Though, by Disney standards, it’s almost always time to celebrate. Magic Kingdom Right now, we’re in the midst of The Walt Disney Company’s 100th Anniversary, and you know what that means — merch! We’ve seen a ton of accessories, clothes, collectibles, and more pop up so far, but we’re just getting started. And, we just so happened to find some Disney 100 merch on sale online right now! You’ll find plenty of Disney 100 merchandise over on Hot Topic’s website, and right now you can get it for up to 50% off! Save big on items like this Mickey Mouse Club T-Shirt. ©Hot Topic Is there any better club to be part of? We certainly don’t think so. Click Here To Shop the Disney 100 Mickey Mouse Club Shirt Or, pick up this Cinderella Movie Poster Funko Pop — it’s also on sale! ©Hot Topic It comes in a display case and also features Jaq! Click Here To Shop the Cinderella Funko! Pop Finally, grab this Mickey Mouse Disney 100 Decades Poster. ©Hot Topic We love the Art Deco vibes of this poster! Click Here To Shop the Disney 100 Poster Hurry, because this sale won’t last long and items are selling out! Luckily, you’ll find plenty more 100th-anniversary merchandise online, and we’ll be here to share it all with you. Click the link below to shop for more — and don’t forget to stay tuned to DFB! Click Here To Shop More Disney 100 Merchandise Learn More About Disney 100 Years of Wonder – The 100th Anniversary Celebration! When Disney’s 100 Year Anniversary Celebration Actually Starts Is the 100th Anniversary Coming to Disney World? A NEW 100th Anniversary Disney Credit Card Design Is Coming! PHOTOS: Sparkly NEW 100th Anniversary Minnie Ears Are Now Available in Disney World ALL of the Disney 100th Anniversary Merchandise You Can Get Online Right NOW! Check Out the NEW 100th Anniversary Starbucks Tumbler Inside Look at NEW 100th Anniversary Disneyland Fireworks Show Sleeping Beauty Castle Will Get a NEW Look For Disney’s 100th Anniversary Get ALL of the Latest Updates on the 100th Anniversary Celebration Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Which items are you grabbing? Tell us in the comments. The post TONS of Disney 100 Merch Is 50% OFF Online -- But Not for Long! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Wouldn’t it be great if we all had a personal assistant in Disney World? Imagine if you could let someone else book all your Genie+ reservations and buy your Mickey pretzels! While we don’t have real-life personal assistants quite yet, we do have virtual voice assistants arriving at various Disney resorts. Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter Resort From Disney’s Port Orleans Resorts to Disney’s Art of Animation Hotel, we’re finding new technology all over the place in Disney World! With the help of Hey, Disney!, we’re one step closer to having our own personal Disney assistants! A new complimentary perk is slowly arriving at the Disney World Resort hotels called Hey, Disney! The service uses Alexa on Amazon Echo devices and assists guests with room amenities, weather updates, planning tips, guest services, and more. If you’ve got a Disney question, Hey, Disney! (probably) has an answer — though anyone who’s used a virtual assistant device knows that the tech is still…not perfect. Hey, Disney! at the Polynesian Village Resort During a recent visit to Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort, we noticed that Hey, Disney! has officially arrived at the hotel! Now, instead of calling the front desk, we can use Hey, Disney! to request things like extra towels, blankets, or pillows. Just say, “Hey, Disney! Can we get some extra towels?” Those robots can be pretty helpful (although we are still slightly terrified by the idea of a robot-apocalypse — anyone else?!). Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort Here’s a look at the Hey, Disney! device in our room. As you can see, we were listening to some soothing Frozen soundscapes; it was pretty relaxing. You can also learn a little Disney trivia, hear a joke or two, and experience some “magical interactions” with Disney characters. It’s a fun, free little addition to Disney hotel rooms! We love free stuff! Hey, Hey Disney! That said, Hey, Disney! is an optional feature for Disney Resort hotel guests. For guests with privacy concerns, Disney explained that you can turn the microphone off by pushing the button on the top of the device. Hey, Disney! can be turned off. Have you used one of these new devices yet? Let us know your experience! In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. The HIDDEN Hotel Store Where You Can Make Your Own Disney-Scented Candle Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you used one of these new devices yet? Let us know in the comments! The post There’s a NEW Addition at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World restaurants have a little something for everyone. Sonny Eclipse at Cosmic Ray’s With dozens (honestly more like hundreds) of spots spread across the theme parks, resorts, and Disney Springs, you can find cuisine for most tastes and cultures…AND in a variety of price ranges. Whether you’re looking to try something exotic or stick to your homestyle favorites, Disney probably has something perfect for you. And today, we’re sharing our picks for the restaurants that your kiddo will like…even if they eat nothing but McDonald’s! Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe Probably the most obvious choice is an iconic staple at Magic Kingdom — Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe. This Tomorrowland quick service restaurant is known for serving burgers, hot dogs, and fries, all amidst the cosmic backdrop of the tunes of alien performer Sonny Eclipse. 1/3 lb Angus Bacon Cheeseburger The food here is pretty simple, and the menu is full of crowd-pleasers. Plus, they’ve got a well-stocked condiments bar, so you can have as much ketchup, mustard, and mayo to your heart’s content. Perfect for particular eaters! Click Here to Get the Low-Down On the SAUCE at Cosmic Ray’s! Gasparilla Island Grill For our next stop, we’ll head over to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and visit the quick service spot there — Gasparilla Island Grill. The menu is filled with burgers, sandwiches, and a mac and cheese that we’re big fans of. Perfection For kiddos, they also have wraps and chicken fingers, as well as a few other choices (like Uncrustables). If you’re staying on the monorail loop, this might be a good option for a quick meal. Click Here for Our Review of Gasparilla Island Grill! Connections Eatery The quick service spot with the most McDonald’s-like menu in EPCOT is a bit of a stretch, but since most of the food in this park is more exotic, it might be your best option. Connections Eatery is what we’d recommend! It’s located in World Discovery and serves burgers, pizza, and salad. Connections Eatery On the kids’ menu, there are chicken strips, a cheeseburger, a Grilled Chicken Bao, and a five-cheese pizza. It’s a conveniently located restaurant, nearby several rides, so you can’t really go wrong here. But we’ll warn you to make your Mobile Order in advance because this place can get busy! Check Out Our Review of Connections Eatery Here! Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant For our first table service spot on the list, we’ll stop by Hollywood Studios and talk about Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant. The most interesting thing about this place is that you dine at tables shaped like cars, and they’re all facing a giant projector screen that shows old film clips…it’s an indoor drive-in movie! Sci-Fi Dine-In It can be hard to get a dining reservation for this spot, but the menu is a great choice for those who like simple burgers and fries. Besides burgers, you can get pasta, salad, and sandwiches. Read Our Review of Sci-Fi Dine-In Here! Backlot Express For a quick service option in Hollywood Studios, we recommend Backlot Express, which is located in the Echo Lake area of the park. Basically the entire menu is burgers, sandwiches, and salads. Backlot Express They’ve got everything from a basic bacon cheeseburger to a Smoked BBQ Pulled Pork Burger, so you can dress it up or dress it down however you’d like. And on crowded days, there’s usually plenty of seating here spread between indoor and outdoor tables. Click Here to Read Our Backlot Express Reviews! Beaches & Cream Soda Shop If you get the chance to leave the theme parks and dine at a resort, we highly recommend Beaches & Cream Soda Shop at Disney’s Beach Club. This spot is known not only for its gigantic Kitchen Sink Sundae and many delicious ice cream treats, but also for its selection of classic American eats. Beaches & Cream Soda Shop If you’re an ice cream lover, this is simply a can’t-miss, and for those with little ones with specific appetites, you’ll find sandwiches, a hot dog, a cheeseburger, and a macaroni & cheese on the kids’ menu. See Our Most Recent Beaches & Cream Review Here! Restaurantosaurus Heading over to Animal Kingdom, we’ve got to talk about Restaurantosaurus in Dinoland, U.S.A. Not only is the theme here really fun (you can dine INSIDE an Airstream at some tables!), but it’s a pretty good crowd-pleaser spot. Kids’ Meal at Restaurantosaurus Burgers, chicken nuggets, and a pretty substantial condiments bar all make this restaurant pretty similar to Cosmic Ray’s — so if you like that spot, make sure to try out this restaurant as well. See Our Restaurantosaurus Review Here! D-Luxe Burger Now let’s talk about Disney Springs! Located near Guest Relations is D-Luxe Burger, which is a Disney-owned spot with Mobile Order availability (that’s a little more rare in Disney Springs!), that serves…you guessed it…burgers! D-Luxe Burger They have basic burgers available, but they also offer specialty and seasonal creations, plus some delicious milkshake options. It’s conveniently located near plenty of shopping options and close to Gideon’s Bakehouse and Sprinkles — so you could get a dessert afterward! See Our D-Luxe Burger Thoughts Here! Planet Hollywood Our table service pick for Disney Springs is Planet Hollywood, located right across from the Orange parking garage and the Coca-Cola store. This restaurant serves a pretty basic American-style menu, but you’ll get to enjoy a sing-along while you dine and check out some cool celebrity memorabilia. Planet Hollywood It’s not usually our top pick for dining in Disney Springs, but if you’ve got some picky eaters on your hands, it might be just what you’re looking for. Read Our Planet Hollywood Review Here! Value Resorts Food Courts And finally, we have to talk about the food courts at the Value Resorts. This list includes spots like World Premiere Food Court, Landscape of Flavors, and Everything POP, to name a few. Most of these hotel food courts have similar menus, and in general, they’ve got a good selection of burgers and American fare. Landscape of Flavors Disney tries to keep the menus at these spots broad and good for a variety of palettes, since they’re generally the main places to dine at the Value Resorts. Because of this, you’re more guaranteed to find something that fits your tastes — although we can’t promise it’ll be the best food you’ll eat on your trip. See Our Thoughts on Everything POP Here! That’s our list of the best places to dine for people with an affinity for McDonald’s! We’ll keep you in the loop with any dining changes at Disney World, as well as our recommendations for places to eat, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest. The Best Disney World Restaurants for Dinner in 2023 — Click Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Which restaurant would you choose? Tell us in the comments! The post The BEST Disney World Restaurants for Your Kid Who Only Likes McDonald's first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re a Disney Movie Insiders member and are dreaming of a summer getaway, this post is for you! Will you be headed to theaters to see The Little Mermaid? Disney Movie Insiders is a group of Disney movie fans that rack up points and perks just by purchasing movie tickets, buying digital movies, and more. Lots of upcoming Disney films are in the works, so if you know you’ll be headed to theaters, now could be a good time to join. It’s free to join the club — just head to their website and sign up. Plus, Disney Movie Insiders is currently running a sweepstakes event for its members — let’s check it out. Disney Movie Insiders is celebrating the release of The Little Mermaid in theaters by sending one lucky winner and their friends to “Make a Splash” on a $7,564 4-night/5-day vacation at Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawaii. ©Disney Although The Little Mermaid arrives in theaters on May 26th, you have until July 7th to enter the Make a Splash sweepstakes. Let’s check out the details! Aulani Like we mentioned, one grand prize winner will receive a 4-night/5-day vacation for four people to Aulani in Ko Olina, Hawaii. The prize includes roundtrip coach airfare to Hawaii for the winner and three guests, four round trip airport ground transfers, hotel accommodations for four people in one standard room, up to four preferred seating passes to KA WA’A, A Lu’au, and one $500 Disney Gift Card. Click here to enter the sweepstakes! Aulani 25 other winners will receive a copy of the new The Little Mermaid vinyl soundtrack. ©Disney To enter, you must be a Disney Movie Insiders member living in the US and Canada. For your first entry, no purchase is necessary, but every subsequent entry is worth 5 Disney Movie Insider points, up to 99 entries. Therefore, you can enter 100 times! Aulani Resort Restaurant What do you think? Will you be entering the sweepstakes? We’ll continue to keep you updated with all things Disney news, including contests like this. Follow along for more! Looking for more Disney sweepstakes? Click here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you a Disney Movie Insiders member? Let us know in the comments! The post Enter To WIN a ,000 Disney Vacation in HAWAII first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Should you buy more Disney stuff? Is it time to buy more Disney merchandise? Well, we know that sometimes we DO have to question just how much Disney stuff we purchase, but then the universe also sends us a sign that it’s time to buy more. So if you’re looking for a new Loungefly bag, a new pair of ears, or something else to add to your collection, now might be the time to grab it, because shopDisney is offering FREE shipping for a limited time only! Okay, we KNOW you’ve been looking at those fun Churro Ears that look almost good enough to eat. So why not order them when you can get free shipping? We still can’t get over the details on these ears like the grains of sugar and cinnamon on them. Churro Minnie Ears These ears have a pretty sparkly bow in the center, too. Buy the Churro Ears on shopDisney by clicking here. For you Loungefly fans, now’s a good time to pick up the Disney100 Cinderella Loungefly Mini Backpack. The front features Cinderella, the Fairy Godmother, and Cindy’s animal friends. But this backpack also holds a surprise… Her dress changes! …the inset of Cinderella on the front changes from rags to her ballgown. That’s Disney magic! Grab the Cinderella Loungefly backpack here. You can also grab a pair of Disney100 Mickey Mouse and Friends Crocs! We know a lot of y’all love the Disney Crocs, so we had to tell you about these. Disney100 Crocs! These Crocs have a silvery deco design with Disney characters all over them in their 100th anniversary outfits, including Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Pluto, Goofy, and Chip ‘n Dale. Buy the Crocs from shopDisney here. There’s just one catch with the free shipping offer — it’s only available TODAY, so you’ll have to act fast! You’ll also need to add code FREESHIP when you checkout. While you’re in the shopping mood…have you checked our DFB exclusive graphic tees and merch? Love this t-shirt! It’s super fun stuff to wear to the parks, or to rep your happy place at the grocery store! Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! 5 Amazon Disney Deals You Simply CANNOT 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 Will you be grabbing anything from shopDisney during this Free Shipping offer? Let us know what you’re buying in the comments! The post This Is the Universe’s Way of Telling You To Buy More Disney Stuff first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Money wasted, rules broken, and opportunities missed — people do some pretty BIZARRE things in Disney World. Cinderella Castle So let’s call out some of the STRANGEST ones today, here on DFB Guide. Check out our video: BIZARRE Things People Do in Disney World Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more 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 What kinds of bizarre things have YOU seen in Disney World? Let us know in the comments below. The post DFB Video: BIZARRE Things People Do in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Here at DFB, we’re all about a commemorative popcorn bucket! Popcorn Cart Popcorn buckets are some of Disney’s most popular souvenirs (just look at what happened with the Figment bucket!) and we’ve seen a wide variety of festive designs pop up in Disney World and at Disneyland Resort. But if you’re an avid bucket collector, you’ll need to make your way to the west coast to pick up one that’s coming soon. In June, Disney is celebrating Pride Month with a variety of special eats as well as merchandise. Among that merchandise, you’ll find the Pride Mickey Premium Popcorn Bucket, available starting June 1st only at Disneyland Resort. If you want to snag one, you can head to the popcorn carts near Sleeping Beauty Castle, Town Square, “it’s a small world,” Fantasyland, Mickey’s Toontown, Tomorrowland, Frontierland, or New Orleans Square at Disneyland Park. This looks very similar to last year’s popcorn bucket design. ©Disney But that’s not all! There’s also some other exclusive merchandise that you might want to be on the lookout for. The Pride Stainless Steel Tumbler will be available starting June 1st as well at the following Disneyland Resort locations: Alien Pizza Planet The Golden Horseshoe Hungry Bear Restaurant Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe Plaza Inn Rancho del Zocalo Red Rose Taverne Stage Door Café Award Wieners Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Corn Dog Castle Fairfax Market Fruit Cart Pacific Wharf Cafe Paradise Garden Grill Pixar Pier Chiller Cart Smokejumpers Grill Studio Catering Truck Coffee House GCH Craftsman Grill Smokejumpers Grill If you’re a fan of straw clips, then you’ll want to add the Scented Pride Cake Straw Clip to your collection! Also coming to Disneyland Resort in June, you can find it at the following spots while supplies last: Alien Pizza Planet The Golden Horseshoe Hungry Bear Restaurant Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe Plaza Inn Red Rose Taverne Stage Door Café Award Wieners Fairfax Market Fruit Cart Pacific Wharf Cafe Paradise Garden Grill Studio Catering Truck Various Outdoor Vending Carts ©Disney And we can’t forget the Pride Parade Castle Tumbler! It’s coming to the following locations: The Golden Horseshoe Hungry Bear Restaurant Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe Plaza Inn Red Rose Taverne Stage Door Café Award Wieners Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Corn Dog Castle Fairfax Market Fruit Cart Pacific Wharf Cafe Paradise Garden Grill Pixar Pier Chiller Cart Studio Catering Truck Various Outdoor Vending Carts Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe Finally, we have to mention the Pride Mirrored Mickey Mouse Sipper. It’s available starting June 14th at select locations: Alien Pizza Planet Galactic Grill Harbour Galley Hungry Bear Restaurant Little Red Wagon Plaza Inn Rancho del Zocalo Red Rose Taverne Refreshment Corner Stage Door Café Troubadour Tavern Ice Cream Carts “it’s a small world” Churro Cart Award Wieners Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta Corn Dog Castle Fairfax Market Fruit Cart Pacific Wharf Cafe Pixar Pier Chiller Cart Smokejumpers Grill Studio Catering Truck Various Outdoor Vending Carts ©Disney We’ll be on the lookout for more special offerings in June, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest news and updates. We’ve got all the tips and info you need to know before your Disney trip! Click Here to See the List of Popcorn Buckets You Can Get in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you head to Disneyland to pick up the popcorn bucket? Tell us in the comments! The post A Limited-Time Disney Popcorn Bucket Is Coming SOON first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. You don’t really need to twist our arm to get us to stock up on the latest Disney merch. Disney100 merchandise is EVERYWHERE From Minnie ears shaped like an iconic Disney snack to shiny 100th anniversary Loungefly Backpacks, Disney knows how to get our attention. But whether we are looking to snag a souvenir to celebrate a big anniversary or just our love of sweet Disney treats, our favorite time to stock up is when there’s a SALE. The “Twice Upon a Year” sale is currently going on at shopDisney, so we had to show you some of the best things we found at a discount. Let’s take a look! Disney Critters Dooney & Bourke Crossbody Bag ©Disney This crossbody bag features a menagerie of cute Disney animals, like Meeko, Pluto, Little Brother, Hei Hei, and much more. Plus, it is fully lined, has stitched leather finishings, and has gold-tone hardware. Shop Now! Disney Starbucks Tumbler They are SO shiny! Miss out on grabbing this shiny Starbucks tumbler to celebrate Disney’s 50th anniversary? Don’t worry — you can still get this online, and at a discount! This pink geometric tumbler features the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary logo on one side and a bas relief Starbucks logo on the other. Shop now! Disney100 Mickey Ear Har Ornament Mickey Mouse Disney100 Ear Hat Ornament If you’d rather focus on the Walt Disney Company’s 100th anniversary, this platinum Mickey Ear Hat ornament is only $12 with the purchase of another Disney100 item! It features a clear Disney100 logo charm, a “platinum” paint treatment, and a satin ribbon. Shop now! Stitch Beach Tote ©Disney Get ready for summer with this Stitch beach tote — for only $20 with any purchase! It has a shiny iridescent PVC shell and a surfing Stitch printed on the front and back. Shop now! Disney Sketch Cosmetic Case by Dooney & Bourke ©Disney With this Mickey and Minnie makeup case, you can pack for your trip in style. It features Walt Disney World and Disneyland banners, screen art on texted coated cotton, and a zip-top closure with a leather pull. Thisis $45 with select Dooney purchases! Shop now!Don’t miss out on this twice-a-year sale! We’ll keep bringing you all the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Click here to see the surprise on the new ears we found in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Which item are you most excited to add to your cart? Let us know in the comments below. The post Friends Don’t Let Friends Miss Out on Disney’s BEST Sale of The Year first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hiya, pals! We hope you’ve already had breakfast because you’re probably about to be really hungry. ©Disney Disney just announced that a TON of new and returning snacks and drinks are coming to the parks and resorts to celebrate Pride Month in June, and we couldn’t wait to share them with you. Let’s check them out! Walt Disney World Resort Disney Resort Hotels Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge The Mara (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Confetti Cake: Yellow confetti cake and white chocolate ganache (New) Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and Disney’s Pop Century Resort Landscape of Flavors and Everything POP Shopping & Dining (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Roulade: Vanilla cake roll with lemon-cream cheese filling, sweet cream, and white chocolate décor ©Disney Disney’s BoardWalk BoardWalk Deli (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Cinnamon Roll Carousel Coffee (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Italian Cookies: Frangipane, raspberry jam, and a dark chocolate shell (New) ©Disney Disney’s Contemporary Resort Contempo Café (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Mousse Cake: Sprinkle cake, passion fruit mousse, strawberry crunch, and purple glitter mirror glaze (New) Two of our very own Disney Culinary cast members and members of the LGBTQIA+ community, Margo and Bryce, worked in collaboration to create this elegant dessert in celebration of Pride Month Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Gasparilla Island Grill (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Coconut Key Lime Pop: Coconut-key lime patty enrobed in chocolate with white chocolate décor (New) ©Disney Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Pineapple Lanai (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Float: Vanilla pink and blue soft-serve float, representing the transgender flag colors, with Fanta Pineapple topped with sprinkles and white chocolate décor (New) ©Disney Disney’s Riviera Resort Le Petit Café (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Italian Cookies: Frangipane, raspberry jam, and a dark chocolate shell (New) Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Roaring Fork (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Cinnamon Roll ©Disney Available at Various Resorts (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Strawberry Cupcake: Confetti cupcake filled with fresh strawberries topped with Bavarian cream and vanilla buttercream garnished with chocolate décor (New); Available at the following: World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort End Zone Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter Riverside Mill Food Court at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside ©Disney Disney’s Hollywood Studios ABC Commissary and Catalina Eddie’s (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Cheesecake Dome: Whipped berry, white chocolate cheesecake on a vanilla cookie glazed with a red, white chocolate mirror glaze and topped with Mickey Pride ears Backlot Express and The Trolley Car Café (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Cupcake: Vanilla cupcake filled with rainbow sprinkles and berry marmalade, topped with a red berry buttercream, and garnished with rainbow sprinkles and Mickey Pride ears ©Disney Woody’s Lunchbox (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Lunchbox Tart: Guava-filled pastry coated in purple vanilla fondant and topped with rainbow sprinkles, sour ribbon candy, and a blue chocolate Mickey ©Disney Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park Creature Comforts (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Mousse Dome: Lemon chiffon cake, raspberry-lemonade mousse, white chocolate glaze, and white chocolate crispy pearls striped with the transgender flag colors (New) ©Disney Pizzafari and Restaurantosaurus (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available) Pride Cupcake: Chocolate cake, salted caramel crunch filling, sweet coffee buttercream, rainbow sprinkles, and chocolate Mickey Pride decoration (New) Tiffins Restaurant (Available June 1 through 30) Color Changing Cocktail: A playful floral cocktail that changes color before your eyes with Empress 1908 Gin, St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, and Peach Schnapps Liqueur (New) ©Disney EPCOT Block & Hans (Available June 1 through 30) Frozen Blueberry Lemonade (Non-alcoholic) Frozen Blueberry Lemonade with Moonshine Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue Blueberry Lemonade (Non-alcoholic) Blueberry Lemonade with Moonshine Blending memories of childhood and adulthood, Restaurant Guest Experience Manager Josh, a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, created these featured beverages inspired by the blueberries at the local farm-to-table produce stands in Maryland and his memories of trying various lemonade flavors on vacation with friends. The finishing touch of glitter makes this drink shine. Sunshine Seasons (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Dome Cake: Tres leches mousse and toasted coconut dome with a mirrored glaze ©Disney Magic Kingdom Park Main Street Bakery (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Cinnamon Roll Pinocchio Village Haus (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Mickey Key Lime Tart: Key lime tart with sweet whipped cream topped with a chocolate piece Sleepy Hollow (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Mickey Pop: Confetti cake dipped in white chocolate and striped with the transgender flag colors ©Disney Disney Springs Amorette’s Patisserie (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Roulade: Green apple mousse roulade with buttercream and a pride Mickey garnish (New) Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ (Available June 1 through 30) Pride-themed Jumbo Squeeze Bottles: 22-ounce Pride-themed jumbo squeeze bottles available for purchase with the Shine on Tap (New) (Refills available) Coca-Cola Store (Available June 1 through 30) Simply Rainbow: Simply Orange, ICEE Blue Raspberry, and grenadine topped with gummy candy The Ganachery (Available June 1 through 20) Pride Chocolate Piñata: Chocolate piñata filled with marshmallow treats (New) Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Co. (Available June 1 through 30) Rainbow Donut “Happy Pride Month” Ripple Art ©Disney Paddlefish (Available June 1 through 30) Kendra’s Loud & Proud: The June cocktail of the month with grenadine, pineapple juice, elderflower liqueur, and Islamorada Hibiscus Gin served in the classic Paddlefish glass garnished with cherry, orange, lemon, blackberry, and a mint sprig Splitsville Luxury Lanes (Available June 1 through 30) Pride Cake: A multi-layered, multi-colored decadent cake ©Disney Disneyland Resort Disneyland Park Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe (Mobile order available) Mickey-shaped Macaron: Red Mickey-shaped macaron shell filled with hibiscus buttercream and a berry hibiscus center drizzled with white chocolate and rainbow nonpareils (New) (Available June 1 through 30) Mickey Pride Cookie: Mickey Cookie dipped in white chocolate and sprinkled with nonpareils (New) (Available June 1 through 30) Market House and Red Rose Taverne (Available June 1 through 30; mobile order available at Red Rose Taverne only) Mickey Pride Cookie: Mickey Cookie dipped in white chocolate and sprinkled with nonpareils (New) Disney California Adventure Park Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Cafe and Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta (Available June 1 through 30) Mickey Pride Cookie: Mickey Cookie dipped in white chocolate and sprinkled with nonpareils (New) ©Disney Available at Various Locations Throughout Disneyland Resort Scented Pride Cake Straw Clip: Available starting June 1 while supplies last at the following locations: Alien Pizza Planet The Golden Horseshoe Hungry Bear Restaurant Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe Plaza Inn Red Rose Taverne Stage Door Café Award Wieners Fairfax Market Fruit Cart Pacific Wharf Cafe Paradise Garden Grill Studio Catering Truck Various Outdoor Vending Carts Pride Parade Castle Tumbler: Available starting June 1 while supplies last at the following locations: The Golden Horseshoe Hungry Bear Restaurant Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe Plaza Inn Red Rose Taverne Stage Door Café Award Wieners Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Corn Dog Castle Fairfax Market Fruit Cart Pacific Wharf Cafe Paradise Garden Grill Pixar Pier Chiller Cart Studio Catering Truck Various Outdoor Vending Carts ©Disney Pride Stainless Steel Tumbler: Available starting June 1 while supplies last at the following locations: Alien Pizza Planet The Golden Horseshoe Hungry Bear Restaurant Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe Plaza Inn Rancho del Zocalo Red Rose Taverne Stage Door Café Award Wieners Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Corn Dog Castle Fairfax Market Fruit Cart Pacific Wharf Cafe Paradise Garden Grill Pixar Pier Chiller Cart Smokejumpers Grill Studio Catering Truck Coffee House GCH Craftsman Grill Pride Mickey Premium Popcorn Bucket: Available starting June 1 while supplies last at the following locations: Popcorn Carts near Sleeping Beauty Castle, Town Square, “it’s a small world,” Fantasyland, Mickey’s Toontown, Tomorrowland, Frontierland, and New Orleans Square ©Disney Pride Mirrored Mickey Mouse Sipper: Available starting June 14 while supplies last at the following locations: Alien Pizza Planet Galactic Grill Harbour Galley Hungry Bear Restaurant Little Red Wagon Plaza Inn Rancho del Zocalo Red Rose Taverne Refreshment Corner Stage Door Café Troubadour Tavern Ice Cream Carts “it’s a small world” Churro Cart Award Wieners Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta Corn Dog Castle Fairfax Market Fruit Cart Pacific Wharf Cafe Pixar Pier Chiller Cart Smokejumpers Grill Studio Catering Truck Various Outdoor Vending Carts ©Disney Downtown Disney District Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen Express (Available June 1 through 30) Rainbow Crunch Glazed Beignets: Blueberry, lemon-glazed beignet topped with a crispy rainbow cereal crunch Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes (Available June 1 through 30) Vanilla Shake with Rainbow Sprinkles: Vanilla frosted rim with colorful tart candies topped with a rainbow donut, rainbow unicorn pop, sour rainbow gummy rope candy, and whipped cream Naples Ristorante e Bar and Napolini Pizzeria (Available June 1 through 30) Pride N’ Candy Cannoli: Cannoli shells filled with ricotta cheese, cream cheese, powdered sugar, rainbow candy chips, and cotton candy flavoring Splitsville Luxury Lanes (Available June 1 through 30) Vodka Bramble: Vodka, lemon juice, simple syrup, blackberry liqueur, and blackberries ©Disney Available at Various Candy Locations Around Disneyland Resort Including Marceline’s Confectionery, Trolley Treats, Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff, Candy Palace and Candy Kitchen, and Pooh Corner (Available June 4 through 30; mobile order available) World of Color Crisped Rice Treat: Mickey-shaped cereal treat dipped in white chocolate and sprinkled with red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple sugar ©Disney PHEW! That’s a lot of exciting snacks — both new and returning. We’ll be sure to let you know which ones are worth your while and which ones you can skip. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney dining news and more! 23 Disney Snacks You Can’t Miss in 2023 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! 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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. What shoes you choose to wear to the Disney Parks can make or break your day. 50th Anniversary Classic Clogs Crocs We go to the theme parks every day, so we know how important your choice of shoe is when you’re walking miles in the heat, humidity, and rain. While people can debate whether or not Crocs are stylish, there is a reason they are a popular choice for theme parks. For example, when it rains, you don’t have to worry about your shoes being ruined by the water. Now, there’s a new reason to grab a pair of these shoes for your summer trip. Memorial Day is right around the corner and Crocs is celebrating with a sale. You can get up to 50% off on select items on Crocs.com. We went ahead and found some for our readers. Yes, of course, some of them are Disney inspired! Let’s get to it. @Crocs First, look at these kids’ BLACK PANTHER all-terrain clogs. They are currently 40% off for the sale. They are a great gift for a kid who loves Black Panther or Marvel movies. @Crocs They have the classic Black Panther spikes on the top, representing the Black Panther necklace in the film. The shoe is also black and purple. This would be great if you are planning a visit to Disney’s California Adventure to Avenger’s Campus. Click Here to Order The Kid’s Black Panther Crocs Next, these Women’s Swiftwater Sandals would be great in the summer when visiting Disney World. The smoke and white style are currently 25% off. These sandals are water-friendly and very light in weight. ©Crocs If you have been to Florida in the summer, you probably know about the daily rain storms, and there is nothing worse than walking around in wet socks and shoes. These sandals would be helpful to have during those downpours. Click Here to Order the Women’s Swiftwater Sandals Crocs can be a good shoe option for toddlers at Disney World as well. These Toddler Classic Clogs are 40% off for certain colors. ©Crocs These clogs have a heel strap to help keep the shoe secure on the toddler’s foot while they are running in between rides. They are also easy to clean when your toddler drops their Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bar on them. Click Here to Order the Toddler Crocs And finally, what are Crocs without Jibbitz to decorate them? We found this classic Pizza Planet Jibbitz on sale for 25% off. ©Crocs Pizza Planet is the beloved pizza restaurant from Toy Story and a previous restaurant at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This is a great addition to your Crocs if you are a fan of the film. Click Here to Add the Pizza Planet Jibbitz to Your Cart Crocs might be a great shoe option for Disney Parks, so if you were thinking about getting a pair for your next trip, now is the perfect time while they are on sale. Wonderful World of Color Crocs For more Disney Parks tips and information, be sure to subscribe to our Disney Food Blog newsletter below. Click Here to See Our Recommended Shoes for Disney Parks 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 wear Crocs to the Disney Parks? Let us know in the comments below. The post Over 200 Crocs Items Are 50% OFF Right Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It's nearly Pride Month, and we've got all the tasty ways you can celebrate this year at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort! Check out our latest Disney Eats Foodie Guide to uncover them all.View the full article

Summer is about to kick off and we’re already looking ahead. Spaceship Earth There are a lot of big things happening this summer at Disney World. EPCOT will still be hosting its Flower and Garden Festival through July 5th and then on July 27th, it will kick off the International Food and Wine Festival. It was also just announced that there will be a new restaurant opening this summer at EPCOT. So as we look forward to summer, let’s talk about Genie+ and when is the best and worst time to buy it in June. Genie+ Pricing Going to Disney World is already expensive and paying for Genie+ can just be too much. While we don’t know the exact price of Genie+ before the day of, we can make some estimations on when it will be lower and higher in price. We know that Genie+ is priced based on demand and when crowds are higher, typically we see higher prices for Genie+ like during Spring Break when we saw Genie+ reach $35 per person. Genie+ When crowds are high, wait times increase and you could spend a lot of your day waiting in lines. So you might be tempted to pay for Genie+ even when the price is high so that you can get more done. In the same way, you might not need Genie+ when it’s cheaper because the waits aren’t as long. Only you can decide what is best for you and your family, but we are here to give you some resources to help make that decision. Ticket Prices We can take a look at ticket prices to see when it might be busier in June. You can see below that single-day tickets are currently ranging from $134-$149 before taxes in June. On June 1st and 2nd, since the price is $149 it might be a popular day to visit and we could see higher crowds on those days. If you are visiting during the week on a Monday-Wednesday those days are cheaper so we could see lower wait times. @Disney Days You Might Want Genie+ There are also some special events happening in June that could bring in some crowds. For example, June is PRIDE month, and many guests come to Disney World to celebrate. 2022 Disney’s Animal Kingdom June 18th is Father’s Day and families might travel to the parks to celebrate. It might be a good idea to get Genie+ on this day if your family doesn’t want to wait in line for hours. Father’s Day! On June 14th, Garden Grill is reopening for breakfast so we might see higher crowds at EPCOT that day. If you are planning to be at EPCOT that day, you might want to consider Genie+. We also don’t think Genie+ is always worth it at EPCOT as it doesn’t have a lot of rides that utilize the system. Reasons to Not Get Genie+ There are plenty of reasons to not purchase Genie+. If you are staying at a Disney hotel, you have access to some extended park hours like Early Entry, and if you are at a Deluxe Resort, Extended Evening Hours. During these times, hotel guests are able to ride attractions and can get through a few of their must-dos. If you are able to utilize these, you could skip purchasing Genie+. Early Theme Park Entry Sign at EPCOT In June, EPCOT is holding After Hours Events and this is a separately ticketed event where guests can have access to the park after normal hours. Wait times during these events are usually lower and you could plan on doing this instead of using Genie+. Hollywood Studios is also hosting After Hours Events on select nights. Hollywood Studios After Hours Only you can decide what is best for your trip, but we hope these resources help you make that decision easier. For more Disney tips and tricks, be sure to follow us at DFB. All About Disney Genie, Genie+, and Individual Attraction Selection READ THIS Before Using the New Genie Planning Tool in Disney World Check Out the FULL List of Rides Included With Genie+ in Disney World See What Rides You Can Pay EXTRA for in Disney World & How Much They May Cost Learn What Rides Are Included With Genie+ in Disneyland (Plus the Ones You’ll Pay EXTRA to Ride) You CAN’T Re-Ride Disney World Attractions With Genie+ You CAN’T Cancel Pay-Per-Ride Selections in Disney World Get the Answers to All of Your Burning Questions About Disney Genie See Why You May Want to Stay in a Disney World Hotel When it Comes to Disney’s Pay-Per-Ride System Here’s What Annual Passholders and Magic Key Holders Need to Know About Genie+ See 5 Ways Genie+ Might Surprise You Learn Some Disney Genie HACKS Get a Step-by-Step Guide to Using Disney Genie+ See Genie+ Tips for the Most Crowded Days in Disney World and Disneyland Still Confused About Disney Genie? Check Out These DFB Videos Learn About How Disney Genie Can Be Your Personal Assistant in Disney World Click HERE to See More About Disney Genie Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Are you planning on visiting Disney World in June? Let us know in the comments. The post These Are the Best (and Worst) Days of June to Buy Disney Genie+ first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re pretty passionate about Disney dining here at DFB. It is in our name, after all! Minnie’s Summertime Dine But there’s nothing like sitting down to a meal in Disney World with some of our favorite characters. From princesses in Magic Kingdom to Safari Mickey in Animal Kingdom and more, there’s probably a character meal out there for just about anyone. And today, a popular Hollywood Studios character meal has changed! At Hollywood Studios, the absolute icon that is Minnie Mouse hosts parties all year round! Minnie’s Seasonal Dine takes place at Hollywood & Vine and depending on the season, your character meal will have a different theme! You’ll find the characters all dressed up in costumes for fall’s Halloween Dine, a festive Holiday Dine at the end of the year, a tribute to the Silver Screen at the beginning of the year, and characters get all dressed up for Spring during Minnie’s Springtime Dine! Minnie’s Summertime Dine But today, Hollywood & Vine is celebrating Minnie’s Summertime Dine! You’ll find Minnie all dressed up in some tropical vibes… ©Disney …plus a ton of delicious eats available during this buffet-style character meal! Pricing is $59 per adult and $38 per child during lunch and dinner. In the past, we’ve enjoyed the Cowboy Caviar-esque cold Bean Salad… Bean Salad …and the Crispy Asian Tofu was probably our favorite dish of them all! Check to see what’s on the menu during your visit. Right now, there’s no end date for Summertime Dine, but we expect we’ll learn more if and when Disney announces the dates for Halloween Dine later this year! Crispy Asian Tofu If you’re looking for Playhouse Disney Characters, in the morning there is also the Disney Junior Play ‘n Dine Breakfast where you’ll find characters like Fancy Nancy, Vampirina, Doc McStuffins, and Roadster Goofy during this a la cart meal. Breakfast costs $27 per child and $42 per adult. It’s Fancy Nancy! We’ll be looking out for more Disney World food news that might help you plan your trip, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to read our FULL review of Hollywood and Vine 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 Check Out the 19 Best Restaurants in Disney World in 2022 Our Top 50 All-Time Best Disney Dining Tips These Are the BEST Meals in Disney World for Under $15 Ranking Every Single Magic Kingdom Restaurant Ranking Every Single EPCOT Restaurant Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney Springs Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney World Hotels – Cheap Eats Edition 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! Will you be booking a table to dine with Minnie this summer? Tell us in the comments. The post A Popular Character Meal Has CHANGED at Disney's Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’ve been to Disney World many times before, your house is probably overflowing with souvenirs from your trip. 100th merchandise display If you’ve already got a solid collection of Minnie ears, your drawers are stuffed with Disney t-shirts, and you don’t have any room for more Loungefly bags…what do you buy on your next trip? Well, if you’re out of souvenir ideas, or you just want something new and unique to bring home, we’ve got the perfect souvenir for you! If you’ve ever been to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, you might’ve noticed the bath products shop on the second floor of the main building — Basin White. This store offers a variety of bath bombs, soaps, shampoos, lip balms, and other natural products. There’s also a location in Disney Springs (Basin Fresh). Basin White But one thing that you may not know about is Basin White’s make-your-own-candle offering! This souvenir can be customized to the maker’s liking with different paraffin wax scents mixed together in a glass jar. These candles are $19.99 each or two for $35. Make your own candle! On its own, this might not seem too special, but here’s the kicker — the scents are all Disney-inspired! That’s right, you can make your own candle with a mix of your favorite Disney smells. There’s a little card available with a color code and scent notes for each of the waxes, but we, of course, had to sniff them ourselves to compare. All the scents The first two are clearly inspired by Pirates of the Caribbean and Haunted Mansion. The Yo Ho! scent is reminiscent of gunpowder and reminds us of the showdown scene from the ride with Captain Barbosa. Ghosted doesn’t really smell like Haunted Mansion at all, but the notes of amber and musk go nicely together. Haunted Mansion and Pirates of the Caribbean inspired! If you’re a fan of Soarin’ Around the World, then you NEED the Fijian Flight scented candle! This one reminds us exactly of that particular scent from the ride, as well as a bit of the smell you get while riding Flight of Passage. Lodge is reminiscent of Wilderness Lodge, and it smells exactly like a thick forest of trees. Soarin and Wilderness Lodge Our least favorite of the bunch (and the only one we didn’t really like) was Polynesian Escape. The name made us think that it would smell like the lobby at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, but it really just smelled kinda fruity and buttery. (Yeah, the butter was odd to us too!) Polynesian Escape Back when Soarin’ was Soarin’ Over California, many associated the smell of Orange Groves with the ride, and that particular wax option is strong and accurate. Pineapple Float smells like a delicious Dole Whip on a hot day! These will get your tummy rumbling Isn’t It Grand reminds us of the Grand Floridian lobby faintly, while Sweet Shop smells like a cupcake in the Main Street Confectionery. Resort is a fresh and clean scent that makes us think of a brand-new hotel room. The final three So if you’re interested in making your own Disney-inspired candle, you know where to go! As far as Disney souvenirs go, this one isn’t too expensive…plus it’s fun! We’ll keep you in the loop if we find any more fun souvenirs we think you’ll be interested in. The Best Disney Souvenirs for Every Budget — Click Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever done the make-your-own-candle offering in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post The HIDDEN Hotel Store Where You Can Make Your Own Disney-Scented Candle first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you ready for Memorial Day weekend? Hollywood Studios crowds Crowds in Disney World can get quite heavy during long weekends, especially when summer kicks off right after them. If you’re heading into Disney Springs this weekend to celebrate, you won’t want to miss this sweet treat available for a limited time! Sprinkles Cupcakes has announced that from May 26th through May 29th, you can pre-order their holiday Stars & Sprinkles cupcakes! These are southern-style light chocolate cupcakes topped with cream cheese frosting and red, white, and blue sprinkles. Want to put your own spin on it? You can also order your own at-home kits! Sprinkles at Disney Springs This offering is available at all Sprinkles locations, not just the one in Disney Springs, and you can pick them up yourself or get them delivered. However, if you’re planning to head to Disney Springs, we suggest getting there sooner rather than later and preparing for a potential wait. Sprinkles Cupcakes As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! Here’s how you can save $25 on dinner at Disney Springs! 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 Check Out the 19 Best Restaurants in Disney World in 2022 Our Top 50 All-Time Best Disney Dining Tips These Are the BEST Meals in Disney World for Under $15 Ranking Every Single Magic Kingdom Restaurant Ranking Every Single EPCOT Restaurant Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney Springs Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney World Hotels – Cheap Eats Edition 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! What’s your favorite cupcake from Sprinkles? Tell us in the comments below! The post NEW TREAT Announced for Disney Springs first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Staying at a Disney World Resort hotel can make your trip. Disney’s BoardWalk Inn There are plenty of conveniences you get by staying at them — free transportation, extra magic hours, and earlier access to Advanced Dining Reservations to name a few. But, now and then, Disney Resorts can create a bit of a headache. They have to undergo maintenance, just like any other hotel, and unfortunately, that can negatively affect your trip if you’re not prepared for it. Disney’s BoardWalk Inn is in the middle of a lengthy refurbishment, so there have been a few challenges that its guests have had to deal with for the past few months. The lobby bathroom, for instance, was under construction for a long time. Fortunately, this has since reopened, but we recently noticed a new struggle that guests will have to deal with. Disney’s BoardWalk lobby bathrooms have finally reopened! This Friday, May 26th, from 1:00 AM to 5:00 AM, the hotel is going to have a scheduled water outage. scheduled water outage This outage will specifically affect guest rooms 4201-4285 and 5261-5285, so plan accordingly if you will be staying at this resort this week! Fortunately, this outage is at a time that most likely won’t be too much of a disturbance, but we’ve seen disruptions at more inconvenient times in the past. Sometimes they can happen in the middle of the day — a time when a lot of folks might want to shower after a day at the pool! Water outage! This is something to keep an eye out for when booking a resort that is in the middle of any type of refurbishment. It’s a good idea to keep an eye on Disney’s closures calendar. We’ll keep you up to date with any construction updates as we see them, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see the complete guide to eating at Disney’s BoardWalk Resort Want More Details About Disney World’s Hotels? Ranking of ALL of Disney World’s Hotels 9 Ways Your Disney World Hotel Stay Will Be Different in 2023 Our Picks for the Best Disney World Hotels in 2022 These Are the WORST Disney World Hotels for 2022 13 Critical Things You’re FORGETTING About When Booking a Disney World Hotel You Couldn’t Get the Disney World Hotel Reservation You Wanted – Now What? The 6 Disney World Hotel Problems No One is Talking About See Why You Might BAIL on Your Disney World Hotel A Full List of Changes Announced for Disney World’s Hotels 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 Are Disney World Hotel Perks Worth the Hefty Price Tag? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney World hotel news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Has your Disney World vacation ever been affected by a water outage? Let us know in the comments below! The post The Major Disney World Hotel Problem You're NOT Expecting first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You know what they say! A picture is worth a thousand words. Disney PhotoPass photographers are the BEST! Disney pictures though? Priceless! There are so many unique opportunities to have your photo taken around Disney World, from ride photos to private photo sessions. What? You didn’t realize you could book private photo sessions with the Disney World PhotoPass photographers? Well, you CAN and they’re called Capture Your Moment sessions. They can be booked in each of the parks and even at some of the hotels. A NEW photo session is now available, and it’s so cool that we NEED to talk about it. You can have a private photoshoot with a PhotoPass photographer inside the Tower of Terror. Yes, you read that correctly. Your photographer will pose you inside the Hollywood Tower Hotel along with special props. Check it out! ©Disney Whether you’re celebrating a graduation, an engagement, a pregnancy, or you just want to do it for fun, this could be a great and unique option to make your photos really stand out. ©Disney So, how do you book? Well, you can do it online by clicking here! Each session is 20 minutes long and costs $99 plus tax. If that isn’t enough time, you can book two back-to-back sessions to ensure that you get all the shots you want. You’ll also need valid park tickets and a reservation at Hollywood Studios, which isn’t included in the price of your session. Will you have your next photo session here? What do you think? Will your next photoshoot take place at this thrilling location? We’ll continue to keep you updated with any and all Disney news and updates, so make sure to stay tuned for more. Looking for more Capture Your Moment session options? Look no further! Click here for more! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever done a Capture Your Moment session? Tell us about it in the comments! The post The EPIC Hollywood Studios Photoshoot You NEED In Your Life first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve got some royal news to share here at Walt Disney World. During World Princess Week taking place Aug. 21-26, we’re hosting one of our biggest wish granting events ever with “Once Upon A Wish Party” – a special event dreamed up just for wish families. This party will be a full day affair filled with enchanting surprises, inspiration and adventures fit for a Disney Princess, hero or heroine.View the full article

Are you considering a voyage aboard a Disney ship? The enchantment of the Disney Cruise Line (DCL) is made possible by a fleet of five world-class ships: the Disney Magic, the Disney Wonder, the Disney Dream, the Disney Fantasy, and the newest ship: the Disney Wish. The Disney Treasure will join DCL in 2024! Disney Cruise Line has also recently purchased the Global Dream cruise ship. Where does Disney Cruise Line sail? With so many ships, guests have even more destinations to choose from! But what if you are seeking to sail to a specific area of the world? Does Mickey and his Friends go there? Let’s found out! Disney Cruise Line Destinations Whether you are a fan of cruises and/or Disney, there is a seemingly endless array of itineraries and destinations available to passengers. That’s right! If your dream is to sail the Caribbean or the European Riviera, taking a Disney Cruise is an extra magical way to get there! Bahamas Cruises For vacations from the United States, a cruise to the Bahamas is a popular itinerary. It can be a quick voyage aboard a 3 or 4 night cruise! And the sandy beaches and sunny skies beckon travelers to escape, especially during the winter months. Here’s a list of the DCL ports that include a stop in the Bahamas: Castaway Cay Castaway Cay (Disney’s private island in the Bahamas) Fort Lauderdale, FL Galveston, TX Lighthouse Point (Disney’s private port on Eleuthera, Bahamas) Miami, FL Nassau, Bahamas Port Canaveral, FL (closest port to Walt Disney World) Ranking The Best Disney Cruise Ships For 2023 Caribbean Cruises Not far from the Bahamas, the Caribbean also boasts magnificent sun, surf, and sand. A few voyages may be 3-4 nights, however, most will sail up to seven evenings. You’ll find cruises that start from ports in Florida, Texas, New York, and more! Mickey and Minnie on the Disney Wish! Here are the Caribbean ports: Castaway Cay (Disney’s private island in the Bahamas) Basseterre, St. Kitts Bridgetown, Barbados Castries, St. Lucia Costa Maya, Mexico Cozumel, Mexico Falmouth, Jamaica Fort-de-France, Martinique Fort Lauderdale, FL Galveston, TX George Town, Grand Cayman Kralendijk, Bonaire Miami, FL New Orleans, LA New York, NY Oranjestad, Aruba Philpsburg, St. Maarten Port Canaveral, FL (closest port to Walt Disney World) Progreso, Mexico Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic Roseau, Dominica San Juan, Puerto Rico St. John’s, Antigua St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands Tortola, British Virgin Islands Willemstad, Curaçao When is the Best Time to Cruise the Caribbean? Bermuda Cruises While not quite as popular as the above ports, Bermuda is a beautiful port in the DCL line-up! No matter where you are sailing, get a Mickey Waffle for breakfast! If you’re hoping to visit, these ports can take you there: Kings Wharf, Bermuda New York, NY Port Canaveral, FL Select ports also offered on Disney’s Caribbean or Bahamian cruises Click here to check out the Disney Wish — Disney’s newest ship. Alaska Cruises Not a beach person or looking for a break from the Florida sun? Trade the heat and sandy beaches for mountains, plains, and all the flora and fauna that can be explored in the Pacific Northwest. Yep, you can cruise to Alaska with DCL! Mickey and Minnie in Alaska Here are the ports: Glacier Viewing (sail-through without disembarking) at Dawe’s Glacier / Endicott Arm Fjord, Hubbard Glacier, or areas along the Stikine Icecap Icy Strait Point, AK Juneau, AK Ketchikan Sitka, AK Skagway, AK Vancouver (British Columbia), Canada Victoria (British Columbia), Canada When Is The Best Time To Cruise Alaska? European Cruises Disney’s European cruises include specialty itineraries such as ones that include stops in the British Isles, Mediterranean, and more — all offering a diverse list of ports of call. These sailings are port-intensive, and some may be once-in-a-lifetime destinations! Kids love the Oceaneering Club! Check them out here: Akureyri, Iceland Ajaccio (Corsica), France Alesund, Norway Amsterdam, Netherlands Barcelona, Spain Belfast, Northern Ireland Bergen, Norway Brest, France Cádiz, Spain Cannes (Monaco, Monte Carlo, Nice), France Cartagena, Spain Catania (Sicily), Italy Chania, Greece Cherbourg, France Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Cobh (Cork), Ireland Copenhagen, Denmark Dover, England Dublin, Ireland Dubrovnik, Croatia Eidfjord, Ireland Frederica, Denmark Gdynia (Gdańsk), Poland Genoa (Milan), Italy Geiranger, Norway Gibraltar, United Kingdom Gothenberg, Sweden Greenock, Scotland Hamburg, Germany Haugesund, Norway Hebrides, Scotland Helsinki, Finland Heraklion (Crete), Greece Ibiza, Spain Invergordon, Scotland Ísafjörður, Iceland Katakolon, Greece Kefalonia, Greece Kiel, Germany Kirkwall (Orkney), Scotland Kotka, Finland Kristiansand, Norway Kusadasi, Turkey La Coruña, Spain La Rochelle, France La Spezia (Florence, Pisa), Italy Le Havre (Paris), France Lisbon, Portugal Liverpool, England Livorno (Florence, Pisa), Italy Maloy, Norway Málaga, Spain Marseilles, France Mekjarvik (Stavanger), Norway Messina (Sicily), Italy Molde, Norway Mykonos, Greece Naples (Pompeii), Italy Newcastle upon Tyne, England Nordfjordeid, Norway Nynäshamn (Stockholm), Sweden Olbia (Sardinia), Italy Olden, Norway Oslo, Norway Palermo (Sicily), Italy Palma de Mallorca, Spain Peter Port, Guernsey Piraeus (Athens), Greece Plymouth, England Ponta Delgada (Azores), Portugal Portland (Stonehenge), England Porto, Portugal Reykjavik, Iceland Riga, Latvia Ringaskiddy (Cork), Ireland Rostock, Germany Rotterdam, Netherlands Salerno, Italy Sandnes, Norway Santorini, Greece Skagen, Denmark Skjolden, Norway Southampton, England Stavenger, Norway Stockholm, Sweden Tallinn, Estonia Toulon (Provence), France Valencia, Spain Valetta, Malta Vigo, Spain Villefranche (Monte Carlo, Nice), France Visby, Sweden Warnemünde (Berlin), Germany Zeebrugge (Brussels), Belgium What Is The Best Way To Book A Disney Cruise? Mexico Cruises If you’re hoping to experience the beaches, cuisine, and culture of Mexico, these ports of call will take you there: Grab a cone from Sweet Minnie’s Ice Cream! Cabo San Lucas, Mexico Catalina Island, CA Ensenada, Mexico Mazatlán, Mexico Puerto Vallarta, Mexico San Diego, CA Everything You CAN’T Bring on a Disney Cruise Canada Cruises Hoping to take a unique trip to Canada? Yep, there’s a cruise for that! Helmsman Mickey Here’s a list of ports for Canada cruises: Baie-Comeau (Québec), Canada Bar Harbor, Maine Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island), Canada Halifax (Nova Scotia), Canada New York, NY Québec City (Québec), Canada Saguenay (Québec), Canada Saint John (New Brunswick), Canada St. John’s (Newfoundland), Canada Sydney (Nova Scotia), Canada What Is the Best Age for a Disney Cruise? Hawaii Cruises Aloha! Voyage to one of the most popular global destinations for beaches, scenery, cuisine, and wildlife! (Don’t forget Hawaii’s island of Oahu is home to Disney’s Aulani Resort.) Aulani Views Check out the list of ports of call here: Hilo (Hawaii / Big Island), HI Honolulu (Oahu), HI Kahului (Maui), HI Nawiliwili (Kauai), HI Vancouver, Canada Ultimate List of Disney Cruise Line Tips and Secrets for 2023 Pacific Coast Cruises Want to explore the entire Pacific Coast rather than just the Pacific Northwest? There are ports of call in the following cities: Disney Dream stateroom Astoria, OR San Diego, CA San Francisco, CA Seattle, WA Vancouver (British Columbia), Canada Victoria (British Columbia), Canada Disney Wish Cruise Ship Menus 2023 Panama Canal There are cruise itineraries that can take you to several destinations along the Panama Canal, including the following: Disney Dream Cabo San Lucas, Mexico Cartagena, Colombia Cozumel, Mexico Galveston, TX George Town, Grand Cayman Miami, FL Panama Canal Port Canaveral, FL Puerto Vallarta, Mexico Puntarenas, Costa Rica San Diego, CA Disney Wonder Cruising: 2023 Restaurant Guide Transatlantic Cruises In it for the long haul and hoping to cruise across the Atlantic? Transatlantic cruises have ports of call in these locations: Our Tomato Course is Done! Barcelona, Spain Bilbao, Spain Dover, England Halifax (Nova Scotia), Canada La Coruña, Spain Lisbon, Portugal Miami, FL New York, NY Ponta Delgada, Portugal Portland (Stonehenge), England Ringaskiddy (Cork), Ireland St. John’s (Newfoundland), Canada Sydney (Nova Scotia), Canada Plymouth, England Is Concierge Level Worth It on Disney Cruise Line? Australia/Transpacific/South Pacific Cruises If you’re looking for a long voyage but are hoping to cruise across the Pacific, there are options for you as well! While these are likely to change slightly when the newest ship and port of call in Singapore is complete, you can currently set sail to and from the following cities: ©Disney Honolulu (Oahu), HI Kahului (Maui), HI Lautoka, Fiji Noumea, New Caledonia Pago Pago, American Samoa Sydney, Australia Auckland, New Zealand Brisbane, Australia Melbourne, Australia Sydney, Australia NEWS: Disney Announces MagicBand+ Is Coming to Cruises! Southeast Asia Disney will homeport a brand-new cruise ship exclusively in Singapore for at least five years, beginning in 2025. Disney Wish More details about itineraries and the maiden voyage will be released later. Singapore Everything That’s Included With Your Disney Cruise Are you ready to set sail with Captain Mickey, Captain Minnie, and the WHOLE gang? Because with truly unique features like Rotational Dining in beautifully themed restaurants to its own private island for select itineraries — Castaway Cay! (and — in 2024 — the new Lighthouse Point) — and SO much more, a Disney Cruise Line sailing is truly a vacation like no other! 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EVERY Destination first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Dining at Disney World is about to change in a big way. The full spread We’ve seen new restaurants open, certain meal services return, and NEW dining locations announced for the future. But perhaps the biggest changes will come with the return of the Disney Dining Plan in 2024. And ahead of its return, Disney appears to be surveying some guests about their own dining experiences in the parks. Disney has already shared that the Disney Dining Plan will be back on January 9th, 2024 and bookings start May 31st, 2023. Get all the info on the new dining plans by signing up for our 2024 Dining Plan & daily newsletter! Time to Eat The Quick Service and Standard Disney Dining Plans will be the only options to return for now, and they must be booked as part of a vacation package (you must be staying on a Vacation Package at a Disney-owned-and-operated hotel, and have purchased at least one ticket per person). Full spread from Columbia Harbour House Just a few days ahead of the booking start date for vacation packages with the Dining Plan, one of our reporters was in Magic Kingdom. Following their visit, they got sent a survey by Disney asking some dining (and shopping) questions. One of the questions asked about the overall food and beverage experience in Magic Kingdom. The newest snack spot we saw added to Magic Kingdom was Energy Bytes (the stand by TRON Lightcycle / Run), but perhaps Disney is looking to see if guests are satisfied with the overall experience or if new snacks/restaurants (or other dining changes) may be needed. Survey Questions During our reporter’s recent trip, they had stopped by Westward Ho Refreshments to grab one of the BEST snacks in the park before it disappears (Wendell’s Bear Claw — we’ll miss you!). The survey asked what parts of the dining experience had a positive impact on their time at Westward Ho. The survey also asked about what things may have had a negative impact on their overall experience at Westward Ho. Perhaps that could impact any changes made to Westward Ho in the future or to the use of the Dining Plan at that snack spot. Westward Ho Disney also inquired about how much money our team member spent on food and beverages throughout the day. That information (when obtained from many guests across many parks/restaurants/park days) could give Disney some critical details about how much money people do spend in the parks on food. That can better guide them on future pricing changes (increases or decreases) on meals/snacks and maybe even pricing on the Disney Dining Plan. More Survey Questions It looks like Disney is also looking at just how many different menu options there are available in Magic Kingdom and whether those fit what guests want and need. Magic Kingdom can be much more limiting in terms of menu options, particularly at quick service spots, when compared to places like EPCOT. But there are some great eats available if you know where to go. What Would You Rate It? Disney is also interested in dietary needs or preferences, given the question below. If you will be visiting Disney World and have specific dietary needs or allergies, be sure to check those menus ahead of time and reach out to Disney’s special diets team with any questions or concerns. What Would You Select But the survey wasn’t just curious about our eating desires, it also had some interesting questions focused on shopping. Disney inquired about the selection and availability of merchandise in the park, which can be important if you’re looking for unique options or a good selection of goodies to bring home. Shopping Questions The survey also posed a question to us about what items we were looking for — including limited-time or exclusive merchandise, household items, etc. Answers to these types of questions can give Disney an idea of what items they might want to have a greater stock of or even continue to make. Survey Interestingly, Disney also asked about the importance of shopping during our trip. What would you say? Is shopping the highlight of your trip? An important part, but not necessarily the most important thing? Survey Disney also wanted to know what spots we shopped at — that can give them a better idea of just how many guests are frequenting the stores (matching survey data with other data they likely have) to understand the guest flow and where key merchandise might need to be placed to encourage purchases. Shopping Question Overall, it’s an interesting survey featuring questions that could help inform Disney’s future decisions regarding food and merchandise in the parks. For now, we’re waiting on more news from Disney about the Dining Plan’s return. A full list of restaurants participating in the program and pricing details have NOT been shared but should be announced soon. Here’s a look at what Disney says you can expect from the Standard Dining Plan: Everyone in the travel party will receive 1 Table-Service meal per night, 1 Quick-Service meal per night, and a snack/nonalcoholic drink per night of their package stay—along with 1 Resort-refillable drink mug. Meals and snacks can be redeemed at any time during the stay. For example, if you book a 4-night package with a Disney Dining Plan, each Guest in your party would receive 4 Table-Service meals, 4 Quick-Service meals, and 4 snacks or nonalcoholic beverages—which can be used at any time during your 4-night stay. Tasty lunch And here’s info for the Quick Service Dining Plan: Everyone in the travel party (ages 3 and up) will receive 2 Quick-Service meals per night, a snack/nonalcoholic drink per night of their package stay – along with 1 Resort-refillable drink mug. Meals and snacks can be redeemed at any time during the stay. For example, if you book a 4-night package with a Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan, each Guest in your party would receive 8 Quick-Service meals and 4 Snacks or Nonalcoholic Beverages—which can be used at any time during your 4-night stay. SNACKS! Keep in mind that when the Dining Plan returns, Annual Passholders will be able to book rooms only and add the Dining Plan (no need to buy the full package with tickets). DVC Members will be able to add the Dining Plan to a points reservation — but Members will need to call the DVC line to do so. We’ve got an entire FAQ about the Disney Dining Plan, and you can check it out here! PizzeRizzo Be sure to follow along for the latest Dining Plan updates, and for critical Disney food information check out our DFB Guide. Grab the DFB Guide! Our guide has full chapters on whether the Dining Plan is worth the cost, how to get the most out of the Dining Plan, and recommendations for those using the Dining Plan. It will really help you get the most bang for your buck! Stay tuned for more news. 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! 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We’ve got some good reasons you might want to avoid Orlando International Airport this weekend — make that more like 1.1 million reasons. Orlando International Airport It’s no secret that the airport gets significantly more crowded over the holidays, the Spring Break travel season, and even throughout the summer. But Memorial Day weekend is about to see HUGE crowds coming into the airport, and we’ve got the numbers for the five days that comprise the travel weekend. According to the Orlando International Airport, there will be over $1.1 million passengers traveling through the airport during the Memorial Day travel weekend, which extends from May 25th through May 29th. Whew — that is a LOT of people. Orlando International Airport in January 2023 Here’s how it breaks down for each day: 161,842 will travel through the airport on May 25th, with May 26th having around 167, 152 people traveling through the airport. The biggest travel day is on May 26th, when the airport expects 169,659 to travel through it. Finally, May 28th will have 162,025 people going through the airport, while May 29th is expected to have 164,719. So what should you do if you’re traveling through the Orlando airport on those days? Well, first off, be sure to pack your patience — lines for everything could be long. You’ll also need to make sure to stay on top of your airline’s website or app to keep an eye on your flight times. Arrive at the airport at least three hours early — believe us, when it’s busy, you might need ALL of those extra hours. Arrive early during busy travel seasons You might also want to check out the special Reservation Lane that Orlando International Airport has. All you have to do is register ahead of time with the airport to book a time to go through security. Then, when you arrive at the airport, you go through security at your designated time and use an exclusive shorter line. The best part? This service is 100% free. You can reserve your spot at reserve.clearme.com. We’ll continue to keep an eye on crowds at the airport AND at Disney World over the weekend, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more. Learn More About Orlando International Airport’s Reservation Lane Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your best strategy for traveling by air during a busy holiday weekend? Share your best tips in the comments! The post There Are 1.1 MILLION Reasons To Avoid the Orlando Airport This Weekend first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Welcome back to the battle of the BEST Disney World quick-service restaurants! Full spread from Capt. Cook’s at the Polynesian Round 1 was intense, with Ronto Roasters beating Docking Bay 7, Woody’s Lunch Box winning over Satu’li Canteen, and Connections Eatery taking the top spot over the ol’ classic, Sunshine Seasons. How did your favorite spot do in Round 2? Let’s find out! When it comes to grabbing some grub from a quick service spot in Disney World, you’ve got plenty of options. But, which ones are worth your time, money, and taste buds? We’re putting all the top quick service spots to the test in Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom in the ultimate battle on our Instagram — and here are the results of Round 2! After beating Refreshment Port in Round 1, it looks like Refreshment Outpost in EPCOT has been bested by… Backlot Express wins this round! …Backlot Express at Hollywood Studios! This spot took home 66% of the votes this time. Check Out a Review of New Menu Items at Backlot Express Yak & Yeti Local Food Cafes is a great spot for a quick bit in Animal Kingdom, but how does it compare to Casey’s Corner in Magic Kingdom? Casey’s Corner wins this round! This was a close one, but ultimately, Casey’s won with 53% of votes! Check Out a Casey’s Corner Review Here It’s another match of old versus new with Columbia Harbour House in Magic Kingdom against Connections Cafe & Eatery at EPCOT. Columbia Harbour House wins this round! And Columbia Harbour House comes out on top with 57% of votes. See Our Latest Review of Columbia Harbour House Here Next up, we’ve got Ronto Roasters up against The Trolley Car Cafe, both at Hollywood Studios. Ronto Roasters wins this round! Folks must really love their Ronto Wraps, because Ronto Roasters took 61% of the votes! Check Out a Ronto Roasters Review Here Okay, this one hardly started as a fair matchup to begin with: Gaston’s Tavern versus Katsura Grill. Gaston’s Tavern wins this round! Surprise, surprise, but Gaston’s was the clear winner with a whopping 85% of votes. See More of That Iconic Cinnamon Roll Here It’s taco spot against taco spot with this matchup — how does Pecos Bill’s stack up against La Cantina de San Angel?? Pecos Bill’s wins this round! This one was SO CLOSE!! But, Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe was the top taco spot with 51% of votes. Read a Recent Review of Pecos Bill’s Here Heading over to Animal Kingdom, how does Flame Tree Barbecue compare to Tamu Tamu Refreshments? Flame Tree wins this round! According to our Instagram followers, Flame Tree is the winner here with 75% of the votes. See Our Thoughts on a Classic Flame Tree Meal Here And finally, will Woody’s Lunch Box be able to stay on top against Sleepy Hollow Refreshments?? Woody’s wins this round! It sure looks like it! Woody’s took home 63% of votes during this round. Read a Woody’s Lunch Box Review Here PHEW! That was a tough round — how did your favorite fast food spots do this time? We’ll be taking votes on Round 3 soon, so head over to our Instagram if you want to play along. Stay tuned for the results of Round 3 and more Disney World news! Click Here To Check Out the Results from Round 1 of the Quick Service Showdown! 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 Check Out the 19 Best Restaurants in Disney World in 2022 Our Top 50 All-Time Best Disney Dining Tips These Are the BEST Meals in Disney World for Under $15 Ranking Every Single Magic Kingdom Restaurant Ranking Every Single EPCOT Restaurant Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney Springs Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney World Hotels – Cheap Eats Edition 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! What’s your favorite quick-service restaurant in Disney World? Tell us in the comments. The post We're One Step Closer To Finding the BEST Fast Food Restaurant in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article