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We’ve been spotting changes for Disney’s 100 Years of Wonder celebration all over Disney World! 100th anniversary decor at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Disney World has switched up the packaging on snack items like the Mickey Ice Cream Premium Bars and the Disney popcorn boxes. On a recent visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we noticed another hidden snack change! As we were enjoying our stroll through Africa around Harambe Village, we got a bit hungry and went in search of a snack. Since the Harambe Fruit Market was nearby, we decided to check out their menu and look for something to eat. Harambe Fruit Market If you haven’t visited Harambe Fruit Market before, it’s a snack stand that typically sells chips, fresh fruit, pretzels, and even grilled ears of corn on the cob. The stand also serves small bags of Babybel cheese wheels in a pack, and when we took a closer look, we discovered that the packaging is now different! Disney has swapped out the normal packaging for Disney100 touches to celebrate the company’s 100th anniversary. You can pick out a few Disney characters on each of the individual cheeses. Babybel cheese bag It was an interesting choice to update the Babybel packaging, but it did put a smile on our faces when we noticed the small detail. Hopefully, you’ll get a chance to pick up a pack on your next Disney World visit. Animal Kingdom We’ll also be watching to see if these are spotted in the other parks soon, but for the latest in Disney snack updates, stay tuned with us at Disney Food Blog. A $12 Disney 100th Anniversary Souvenir?! Find Out How to Get It Online! 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 Have you spotted this update to the packaging at Disney World? Sound off in the comments below! The post 100th Anniversary CHEESE Debuts in Disney World (No, We’re Not Kidding) first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s the end of an ERA. Disney Okay, we know Disney World’s 50th anniversary has come and gone (although the decorations have been taking their own sweet time coming down). But, one 50th anniversary snack was a DFB favorite, and we were thrilled to still be able to order it after all the festivities had ended. Unfortunately, that won’t last forever — we recently got word that this beloved treat would be leaving the menu SOON. No, we’re not talking about the Pastrami Spring Roll (although we are watching that one closely). Today, we’re here to give you the sad, sad news that the Wendell’s Bear Claw’s days are numbered. Like us, she was sad to hear the news and said that guests had really liked this treat. Hopefully, we will get something delicious in its place. In the meantime, you can catch us getting out last Bear Claws in while we can. We love you, Wendell’s Bear Claw Is this the beginning of the end for some of our favorite 50th anniversary-era snacks? We’ll keep an eye out for any further changes, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Click here to read about the NEW treat we found in Magic Kingdom 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! Which of Disney World’s 50th anniversary snacks do you wish could stick around forever? Let us know in the comments below! The post It's Your LAST CHANCE To Get the Best Snack in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s almost here. One of the most highly anticipated movie releases of 2023 will premiere THIS Friday! ©Disney That’s right, we’re talking about The Little Mermaid. This Friday, May 26th, Disney fans will be able to see the live-action adaptation of the fan-favorite Disney film in theaters. We’ve seen lots of The Little Mermaid merchandise both in the parks and online, and today, we found a whole new way to celebrate the film’s upcoming debut. McDonald’s just announced a NEW lineup of Happy Meal toys, all featuring characters from the upcoming film. Yep, you can get The Little Mermaid toys in each Happy Meal! Let’s check them out. There are eight different figurines, all inspired by characters from the upcoming The Little Mermaid movie. ©McDonald’s — ‘The Little Mermaid’ Happy Meal Toys These could make for a great collectible to add to your shelves or desk — or for the little ones to play with, of course. ©McDonald’s — Ariel Happy Meal Toy You can also interact with your figurine online. ©McDonald’s — You can interact with them online! Even if you don’t plan to head to McDonald’s soon, you can download The Little Mermaid activity sheets from the McDonald’s Happy Meal website. ©McDonald’s What do you think? Will you be headed to grab a Happy Meal soon? In the meantime, we’ll continue to keep you updated with all things Disney news, so make sure to follow along for more! Looking for more The Little Mermaid merchandise? 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 What do you think of the new Happy Meal toys? Let us know in the comments! The post McDonald’s Has NEW Disney Happy Meal Toys Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Calling all running enthusiasts! Want to be part of an exclusive club? Now is your chance! runDisney runDisney hosts several race weekend events throughout the year, with distances ranging from 5Ks to full marathons. Not only that, but if you join Club runDisney, you can get all sorts of special benefits and perks throughout the year. Memberships haven’t been available for a while, but that’s all changed! Club runDisney memberships are on sale once again! Folks who join get access to all sorts of perks, but the biggest one just might be the chance to register for those runDisney events before the general public. There are three different membership levels: Silver, Gold, and Platinum, each with different perks and pricing. Here’s a look at the Silver Membership pricing and benefits: ©Disney The Gold Membership is $613 and comes with the following perks: ©Disney And finally, the Platinum Membership details are below: ©Disney While these are some pretty high prices, if you’re looking to get serious about your Disney running habit, joining Club runDisney might be for you! It’s important to note, though, that memberships have already begun selling out. It looks like Silver Memberships are the only ones available, with Gold and Platinum having sold out already. Get ready to run! We’ll be on the lookout for the latest runDisney news and events, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more! Click Here To See ALL the runDisney Events for 2023 and 2024 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you done a runDisney race? Tell us in the comments. The post RUN To Snag a Spot in This Exclusive Disney Club Before They SELL OUT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Planning a trip to Disney? You have to be on your toes to plan a trip to Disney World! There are so many things to consider when planning on visiting Disney world like flight tickets, the right carry-on luggage, or discounts on your hotel stay. With all that in mind, we rounded up a couple of options that should put some pep in your step that you might want to consider. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Let’s face it. You’re going to be on your feet a lot at Disney World, so why not make sure you have the perfect footwear to accompany you on your magical adventure? We’ve rounded up a couple of shoe options on Amazon that are worth considering for your next Disney trip. Let’s have a look! But before we do that, do you have Amazon Prime? If you don’t already have it, you can click the link below to sign up for a FREE trial and potentially save some coin in the process! First up, you can grab these adidas Unisex-Child Grand Court 2.0 Tennis Shoes for those little ones that will be both comfy and spread that Disney love! ©Amazon These toddler shoes feature easy-on straps for quick changes and are an officially licensed Disney product. Click here to purchase the adidas Unisex-Child Grand Court 2.0 Tennis Shoes Next up, you can grab these TEVA Women’s Original Universal Comfortable Quick-Drying Casual Sport Sandals! ©Amazon These are comfy and will dry quickly if you find yourself in a sudden rainstorm situation. Click here to purchase the TEVA Women’s Original Universal Comfortable Quick-Drying Casual Sport Sandals Next, you can grab these HOKA ONE ONE Women’s Clifton 8 shoes! ©Amazon These athletic shoes have a breathable mesh upper and seamless synthetic overlays which provide breathability and a lightweight feel, which sounds perfect for when you need comfort and durability for your feet at the parks. Click here to purchase the HOKA ONE ONE Women’s Clifton 8 shoes Next up, you can grab these Classic Clogs by Crocs! ©Amazon These slip-on clogs are easy to put on and take off, with pivoting heel straps for added security. And since they are water-friendly, they’ll help for water rides and afternoon showers you might experience at Disney World. Click here to purchase the Classic Clogs by Crocs Next up, we saw these Brooks Men’s Ghost 14 Neutral Running Shoes! ©Amazon These sneakers offer a smooth ride, form-fitting interior, and cushioned support for your next Disney adventure. Click here to purchase the Brooks Men’s Ghost 14 Neutral Running Shoe Still wondering what shoes you should get for your Disney World trip? See what our readers have said are the BEST tried and true shoes for the parks! The BEST Shoes for Disney World, According to Our Readers! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be picking up one of these shoes from Amazon for your next Disney trip? Let us know in the comments. The post There’s A Reason Everybody’s Buying These Shoes first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Parting is such sweet sorrow. Once again, Disney giveth, and Disney taketh away. Hollywood Studios You might remember a certain spork situation we experienced in both Disneyland and Disney World when Galaxy’s Edge first opened in each park. At one point, dishes at Docking Bay 7 were served with a futuristic-looking spork — until guests started stealing them and POOF! Gone. And now, we’re afraid, something similar has happened again. The newest table service spot at Hollywood Studios in Roundup Rodeo BBQ. This rootin’ tootin’ restaurant serves All-You-Care-to-Enjoy BBQ fare served family-style. Platters feature house-smoked meats, classic sides, and miniature “sweet surprises,” and you can see the FULL MENU with food photos here. Roundup Rodeo BBQ If you’ve been to Toy Story Land in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you probably already understand the premise of the area: you’ve been shrunk down to the size of a toy! That’s why Slinky Dog is so HUGE when you ride Slinky Dog Dash and why the toys in the area are GINORMOUS. Roundup Rodeo BBQ is the same — you’ve been shrunk and are now part of a rodeo arena created by Andy himself. A Peek Inside Roundup Rodeo And, since you’re supposed to now be the size of a small toy, it only makes sense that everything else around you is pretty darn huge — down to the pencil you have to sign your check with! That’s right, when folks go to pay at the end of their meal here, they’re handed a GIANT, oversized pencil. GIANT pencil! Or at least, they were! We confirmed with a Roundup Rodeo BBQ Cast Member that they are no longer handing out the giant pencils to guests when they sign their checks. The Cast Member didn’t share exactly why Disney made this decision or if it had anything to do with guests taking the pencils from the restaurant, but did share that it’s possible we could see the pencils return in the future. Everyone trying out Roundup Rodeo BBQ When we experienced a similar situation during Spork Gate, Cast Members indicated that the change was due to the fact that people were stealing the utensils. So, while we’re not sure that’s the case here, all we’re sayin’ is: DO NOT STEAL THINGS FROM DISNEY WORLD. Actually, just maybe don’t steal things at all. It’s what Walt would want (probably). For the latest Disney World news, stay tuned to DFB! See What Else We Can No Longer Have in Disney World… Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Do you think Disney should bring the pencils back? Tell us in the comments. The post This Is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things in Disney’s Hollywood Studios 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. Who doesn’t want to travel in style when going to Disney World? Target! We’ve talked a lot about changes to the airlines, the cheapest way to fly to Disney World, and even the possibility that SPACE TRAVEL could be involved in your next trip to Disney World (who knew?), but you’ve also got to have the right accessories to bring along for the journey. We’ve found just the sets — and sales — to help you out! You already know we’re constantly scouring the internet for the best Disney deals to tell you about, and we’ve found one that could save you LOTS of cash! Target recently launched a sale on Disney luggage that will have you grabbing at those wallets to claim your own. Here’s a look at a few of the best deals we found. First up, let’s talk about this adorable Mickey Mouse Luggage set! ©Target This one actually comes as a two-pack of suitcases by American Tourister. In this set, you’ll get the Disney roll-aboard hardside carry-on and underseat luggage with spinner wheels and organizing pockets. The hardside print features Mickey Mouse’s iconic red trousers and bright yellow buttons fixed against a black background. It also includes Mickey’s signature on each piece in the top right corner! You can get this set for 25% off now. Click here to shop the American Tourister Mickey Mouse Luggage Set We also spotted a Star Wars set made for kids! ©Target This set is perfect for your young ones as it comes with both a Disney Star Wars carry-on suitcase and a backpack. The hardshell suitcase makes it super durable while the inside features organizing pockets and tie-down straps for those extra comfort items your kids are sure to want to bring along. Click here to shop the American Tourister Star Wars Grogu Youth Luggage Set The backpack features a large single compartment for storage, a built-in laptop pocket, and a front open pocket big enough to fit tablets and stuffed animals. It also helps that the set matches, with Grogu printed on both the hardshell luggage case and as an all-over print on the backpack. This set is 26% off now. And there you have it! These are just a sample of the deals happening right now at Target, but for the latest in Disney style and deals, stay with us at Disney Food Blog. You’re Doing Disney Souvenirs WRONG Without This $5 Upgrade Travel Updates, Tips, and Tricks Complete Guide to Booking the CHEAPEST Flight to Disney World What to Do if Your Flight to Disney World Is Canceled Our Best Tips For Flying Through the Orlando International Airport Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get to Disney World From the Orlando Airport The Ultimate Disney World Packing List for 2022 You’re SLEEPING on These Packing Hacks Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life 8 Catastrophic Travel Mistakes and How to Solve Them The BEST and WORST Airlines in the US, Ranked by Customer Complaints The MOST and LEAST Reliable Airlines in the U.S. This Small Change Will Save You From Lost Luggage The Best Disney Luggage for 2023 21 Things a Former Flight Attendant Needs You To Know 7 Highest-Rated Travel Items on Amazon Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Which luggage set on sale feels most like your vibe? Tell us in the comments! The post Hurry! Target Has Disney Bags for 25% OFF Right Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

What I bring to Disney World has changed a LOT over the past couple of years. So what’s new? What essentials are being shoved into my luggage? Mickey Mouse Classic Suitcase What last-minute items are the greatest life savers? Find out TODAY, on DFB Guide. Check out our new DFB video: 17 Things I JUST Started Bringing to 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 essentials do you always pack for Disney World? Let us know in the comments below. The post DFB Video: 17 Things I JUST Started Bringing to Disney World 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. There are lots of unique cocktails in Disney World, from the mouth-numbing Fuzzy Tauntaun to the huge menu of tequila-based drinks at La Cava in EPCOT. But we just found one that you absolutely will NOT want to miss. The BOATHOUSE in Disney Springs Come along with us to check out a new drink at Disney Springs and learn how you can bring this unique creation HOME with you! We’ve seen some great new food and drink offerings celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month at Disney World recently but none so far that you could experience from home…until now. We recently took a trip to Disney Springs to hunt down a cocktail that can only be described as magical. Our search led us to The BOATHOUSE to try out their latest concoction, which features — drum roll please — color-changing gin! Lots of outdoor seating here! After stopping by the restaurant, we were seated at the gorgeous Dockside Bar. From there, we asked about their latest creation the “Changing Tides” cocktail. Changing Tides Cocktail Conniption Kinship Gin This drink is made of the Conniption Kinship Gin, Butterfly Pea Flowers Tincture, and Yuzu Tonic with extra lime. The Conniption Kinship Gin is poured into the glass first, and it changes from a stunning indigo to a vibrant glowing purple once the Yuzu Tonic is added to the glass. Take a look! The citrus in the soda reacts with the butterfly pea flower to create that magical color change. They’ve also added a few mixed berries for extra flavor and brought it all together with an Orchid flower on top. It’s really a cool experience to watch the magic happen. Changing Tides from The Boathouse As for the taste, the Conniption Kinship Gin was very smooth with a citrusy, floral taste, and the tincture was mostly added for extra color. Combining the gin with the Yuzu Tonic gave it an extra layer of character that almost mimicked a carbonated feel as it trickles down your throat. ooh, the color! Overall this drink is really fun not only to see but also to taste. And this was an incredible way to watch some magic happen right before your eyes. The most exciting part of all is the news that you can bring this magic gin home too! We found several stores around the Orlando area and even in other states that now carry this exact brand of Conniption Kinship Gin by Durham Distillery, and if you’re ready to spice up your home collection, you can find the nearest retailer by clicking here! We hope this will help “tide” you over until your next Disney World trip. As always, stay tuned with us at Disney Food Blog for the latest in Disney news! Click here to find more unique drinks in Disney World (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic)! 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 picking up this little bit of Disney at home? Tell us your thoughts below! The post We Found COLOR-CHANGING GIN at Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Although Disney World has four theme parks, many of us think of Magic Kingdom first when we think of the resort. Magic Kingdom is ICONIC We can’t help it! Magic Kingdom is Disney World’s OG park, where you can find Cinderella Castle, be serenaded by the Dapper Dans while you stroll down Main Street, U.S.A., and ride some of Disney World’s most classic attractions. However, you should carefully consider WHEN you visit Magic Kingdom on your Disney World trip, and we’re going to tell you why. This summer and fall, you might be surprised to learn that Magic Kingdom will close EARLY on certain nights. Sometimes these early closures are HOURS before the park usually closes, which means you’ll have less time there. Don’t worry, though — Disney World DOES list all of its hours for Magic Kingdom on its website, so be sure to check that before your trip. Magic Kingdom sometimes closes early But WHEN should you avoid Magic Kingdom when it closes early? Well, we’ll tell you! Mickey’s Not-So Scary Halloween Party Nights Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party takes place on select nights in Magic Kingdom from mid-August through the first of November. Magic Kingdom will close early on these nights at 6PM and will only be open after that to those with tickets to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Magic Kingdom closes at 6PM on party nights The dates for the parties in 2023 have already been released, so these are the dates you’ll want to avoid in Magic Kingdom if you don’t want to have your day there shortened: August 11th, 15th, 18th, 22nd, 25th, and 29th; September 1st, 4th, 8th, 10th, 12th, 15th, 17th, 19th, 22nd, 24th, 26th, 28th, and 29th; October 1st, 3rd, 5th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 12th, 13th, 15th, 17th, 19th, 20th, 22nd, 24th, 26th, 27th, 29th, and 31st; and November 1st. Boo to You Halloween parade at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party So keep those dates in mind if you’ll be visiting Disney World during those months. Tickets for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween party are available now — so if you’re wanting to attend a party, be sure to get those ASAP because they do tend to sell out. EVERYTHING CONFIRMED for the 2023 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Disney World Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Likewise, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party takes place on select nights in late fall (last year’s first party was on November 8th) through the end of December. Magic Kingdom will also close at 6PM on the nights of the party, meaning that you’ll have less time in the parks that day if you do not have a ticket to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Disney has not yet released dates for the 2023 parties, but you’ll need to keep an eye out for those to avoid being in Magic Kingdom on a day it closes early. Learn more about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Special Events Magic Kingdom will also close early when there’s a special event that’s been booked there or if there’s a special Cast Member celebration or event scheduled. The only way to learn about these early closures is to keep an eye on the calendar on Disney World’s website or My Disney Experience app. Magic Kingdom sometimes closes early We’ve seen Magic Kingdom close as early as 4:30PM when these special events have been scheduled, which would greatly shorten your day if you’re visiting that park. So be sure to keep an eye out for those circumstances. When Does Magic Kingdom Close in 2023? Keep in mind that Disney World schedules change often, which is why it’s important to keep an eye on the calendar on the Disney World website and My Disney Experience app. Always check and double-check park hours as much as you can before your trip so you don’t end up with any surprises. This is a lot to take in, right? We’ve got a little fun break for you now – check out all the new, fun Disney-themed graphic tees and more in our merch store by clicking 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 ended up in Magic Kingdom on a day when it closed early? What did you do? Let us know in the comments! The post Why You Should AVOID Magic Kingdom on These 2023 Dates first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

With summer in full swing, Walt Disney World has been rolling out new, tasty treats for you to indulge in. Uncover these new and returning delights in the latest Disney Eats Best Bites!View the full article

Did you know you can bring pixie dust HOME with you? Cinderella Castle! Sometimes your Disney World trip is less than perfect, from rainy weather to long ride closures. However, Disney World is still constantly giving us “pixie dust moments” that make our trips all worth it. This week, we found a way that you can now bring some of that pixie dust home with you — literally! Over in Magic Kingdom, while we were checking out Main Street, U.S.A., we spotted a little something new inside the Crystal Arts gift shop! Crystal Arts offers tons of beautiful crystal artwork pieces, and sometimes you can even see live glassblowing happening inside. Recently, we were excited to see they created a way for us to take some pixie dust home — and the most important part? It’s mess free! Main Street USA! Some of the souvenirs at this spot have the option to be engraved with personalizations like names and dates. We learned that you can add pixie dust to almost any item you’re getting engraved at Crystal Arts. According to the Cast Members, the upgrade is called Decoration Pixie Dust, and you can add it for just $5! You can see an example of the pixie dust on this crystal mug. Decoration Pixie Dust Crystal Arts creates a wide selection of pieces that guests can have personalized and engraved, and now for just a few dollars more, you can add a touch of magic. We spotted the crystal mug being engraved, which could be the perfect addition to your morning coffees when you’re away from the parks. With the pixie dust, it adds a special touch to something personalized to you. Crystal Arts Out of all of the souvenirs you can get in Disney World, this one has arguably the best upgrade possible. Do you think Tink has pixie dust on her coffee mugs? Tink! There are tons of other exciting things happening over on Main Street, U.S.A., so we’ll be sure to keep you updated on what we find next! Don’t forget to keep following DFB for all of your Magic Kingdom news and updates. We Are NOT Responsible For You Spending $125 On This Disney 100 Souvenir 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 love this as much as we do? Tell us in the comments! The post You're Doing Disney Souvenirs WRONG Without This Upgrade first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Not sure which attractions are best for your little ones? LeAndra and Leslie are back with the next video in our series sharing more tips and tricks on making the most of your next Walt Disney World Resort vacation with preschoolers.View the full article

If we’re being brutally honest, there are times when you CANNOT TRUST Disney World. Spicy sauce One of those times is when a Disney World menu tells you that the food is “spicy.” We’ve been eating at Disney restaurants for long enough to know that “spicy” can mean something VERY different depending on which place you’re dining at. A spicy chicken sandwich in Magic Kingdom might have absolutely no spice to it at all. But head over to City Works in Disney Springs and take a chance on that hot chicken wrap and you just might be guzzling milk for days. The range is absolutely wild, so we’re here to help you sort out which spicy chicken is really SPICY and which is just…not. Here’s our official DFB ranking of spicy chicken in Disney World from “That’s NOTHING” to . We’re all about Disney FOOD here at DFB. We even wrote the book on it! Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining in an ebook format you can easily download to your tablet or smartphone. Grab the DFB Guide! Use code WDW2023 to save 25% on the cover price. Now, on to the spicy (or not-so-spicy) chicken ranking! That’s NOTHING First up on our list of not-so-spicy chicken is the Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich from Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café (this used to be called the Rocket Hot Chicken Sandwich). This is made with a crispy chicken breast, pickled slaw, and spicy aïoli on a brioche bun. It’s served with french fries for $12.59. Rocket Hot Chicken Sandwich Don’t let this sandwich’s name fool you: It’s anything but spicy. We were expecting a good kick from this meal, but it wasn’t hot or spicy at all. Seriously, do NOT worry if you or someone in your group is spice-averse — you can definitely handle this sandwich. Plenty of chicken! That being said, when we tried it out we found that the chicken was cooked really well, the slaw was delicious, and the flavors were great. It’s certainly not spicy, but it’s still tasty! Read our review of the Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich here. Another very non-spicy chicken option is the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich from D-Luxe Burger in Disney Springs. This sandwich is made with a fried chicken breast topped with buffalo-ranch sauce, blue cheese crumbles, bacon, lettuce, and tomato. You can get it for $12.99. Buffalo Chicken Sandwich Like the Cosmic Ray’s sandwich, this one was super tasty, just not spicy at all. When we tried it, the chicken was fried to perfection, the flavors all came together really well and balanced each other out, and the portion was generous. However, we could’ve used a bit more buffalo sauce in order to provide more spice. As it was, the blue cheese and ranch sauce just overpowered any spice that could’ve come through. Buffalo Chicken Sandwich This sandwich is a great option for people who like the flavor of buffalo sauce and blue cheese (that blue cheese was STRONG) but don’t necessarily want all the heat that can sometimes accompany those flavors. Click here to read our full review of this sandwich. The last member of our “That’s NOTHING” category as far as spicy chicken goes is the Buffalo Chicken Chips from Trilo-Bites in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. These are house-made Chips served with Buffalo Chicken and Blue Cheese Dressing topped with Tomato and Celery Relish. You can get them for $9.59. Buffalo Chicken Chips We’ve really enjoyed these chips in the past (the portion size is generous enough to make them more of a meal than a snack), but they don’t bring the heat when it comes to spice. Instead, they have a pretty classic buffalo flavor, and the blue cheese dressing mellows out that kick. Eehhh It’s a Little Spicy Most of the things that Disney labels “spicy” probably fall into this category. We can see how they might be considered spicy, but really you’re in no danger even if you don’t like spicy things normally. Starting out this category are two dishes from one of our FAVORITE restaurants in Disney World: Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’. Here, you can get the Thigh High Chicken Biscuits (drizzled with hot honey) and the Fried Chicken Sandwich (dressed with hot sauce, aioli, lettuce, tomato, and pickles). Thigh High Chicken Biscuits at Homecomin’ Both of those items mention hot or spicy ingredients, and you can taste a little bit of a kick in each. However, unless you request more of the hot sauce or hot honey, you probably won’t have any problem with the spice. Homecomin’/Shine Bar Fried Chicken Sandwich The regular fried chicken at Homecomin’ doesn’t mention any kind of hot sauce or spice, and we can confirm that, although it’s very flavorful, it’s not spicy at all. Learn all about Homecomin’ (and why we love it) here! Next is the Sweet and Spicy Chicken Waffle Sandwich from Sleepy Hollow Refreshments in Magic Kingdom. This is honey-sriracha-glazed chicken served on a waffle, topped with broccoli slaw for $11.59. Chicken Waffle Sandwich Generally, our team agreed that this sandwich was incredibly delicious but not actually spicy at all. Although the glaze is made with sriracha, there’s not too much of a kick to it. However, a few team members pointed out that “mileage may vary” when it comes to this snack! They’ve had it many times in the park, and once in a while, they’ll randomly get a much spicier version. Chicken Waffle Sandwich Although we usually say this one is not too spicy, you may be taking a risk by ordering it, so if you’re spice-averse, it’s a good idea to have a backup option just in case. (That Fresh Fruit Waffle Sandwich with Nutella on it is always a safe bet, in our opinion.) Read our recent review of this tasty sandwich here. Over in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you can find some surprisingly unique and tasty lunch options at Fairfax Faire. One of those options is the Buffalo Chicken Bowl, which comes with chicken breast nuggets tossed in buffalo sauce and topped with coleslaw served on mashed potatoes in a waffle bowl for $13.99. (There are a few different bowl options here, and we enjoyed all of them!) Buffalo Chicken Bowl Like some of the other buffalo sauce-based dishes on this list, we thought that the flavors were good but the spice was minimal. Especially if you eat the chicken together with the potatoes and slaw, you likely won’t be bothered at all by the slight heat from that sauce. Read our full review of ALL the bowls at Fairfax Faire here! Leaving the parks, let’s head to the Grand Floridian Café to check out the Buttermilk-fried Chicken and Waffle. This is a hand-breaded chicken breast and malted waffle with a sriracha-honey drizzle. Sound familiar? It looks suspiciously similar to that Sweet and Spicy Chicken Waffle Sandwich in Magic Kingdom (just without the slaw)! This one, however, is made with a Mickey waffle, so probably that makes it just a bit more magical. It’s also more expensive, though, at $26. Buttermilk-fried Chicken and Waffle This dish has long been a DFB favorite, but not for the heat. It may not be spicy, but the flavors are GREAT, and who doesn’t love chicken that’s perfectly breaded in CORNFLAKES? Buttermilk-fried Chicken and Waffle We usually recommend you get some extra sriracha-honey drizzle on the side so that you can plus-up this meal with a bit more spice. But if you like your food nice and mild, then you’ll want to skip the extra sauce and order just as-is! Check out our full review of the Grand Floridian Café brunch here! Last on our list of “Eehhh it’s a little spicy” is the Durban-style Roasted Chicken from Boma at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. This chicken is part of the dinner buffet, and we love it! Durban-style chicken! It’s usually moist and very flavorful, but if you think you’re about to get a lot of heat, then you might be disappointed. The spices are not heavy-handed. However, you can add some Boma mustard to it to kick it up a notch! Read our full review of the Boma dinner buffet here. OK, the Heat Is Getting There Alright, things are getting a little more serious now. If you’re looking for a bit of heat in Disney World, you can find it over at Chicken Guy in Disney Springs. Southwestern Chicken Sandwich The cool thing about the menu here is that you can customize the spice! At this spot, you can get chicken tenders and then choose from over 20 (!!) different sauces. There’s an entire section of the menu devoted to hot and spicy sauces, including options like Nashville Hot Honey (which really is decently hot), Peri Peri, Habanero Hot Sauce, Spicy Mayo, and Sweet Sriracha BBQ. Get a bunch and share! If you go for those spicy sauces and really cover your chicken in them, you can build up quite a bit of heat! Chicken Tenders But don’t forget that you can choose from tons of OTHER sauces as well, which are less spicy. So this spot is a great option if your group has both spice lovers and people who prefer the mild life. Read our recent review of Chicken Guy! here. Next up is the Zanzibari Vegetable Curry with Chicken from Sanaa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge for $28. When we tried this curry, we had it without chicken, but you can choose to add protein (either chicken nor shrimp) to it. Zanzibari Vegetable Curry at Sanaa The curry is loaded with lots of veggies, and it’s very well seasoned. You can expect a pretty good kick in the curry as well, although it’s not overwhelming by any means. We thought this had a great amount of spice to it — enough to be interesting but not so much that we had to gulp down water in between bites. Check out a recent review of Sanaa here. This Is Officially SPICY (But Our Mouths Aren’t Quite Burning) OK, things are getting serious now. Over in EPCOT, you can find the Nine Dragons restaurant at the China pavilion in World Showcase. We don’t usually recommend this spot as one of our favorites — it’s pretty basic Chinese food, like what you can find at a local Chinese restaurant, and there are SO MANY other good places to eat in EPCOT. However, it might be the perfect place if you’re looking for some legit spicy food. Nine Dragons Restaurant There are actually a few different spicy chicken options at Nine Dragons! We’ve tried the Spicy Mala Chicken and Sichuan Dumplings, both of which had a really good kick to them. The Sichuan Chicken Dumplings for $13 were very tasty, and the spicy chili oil sauce is really what brought the heat (and the flavor). We were impressed that Disney actually put that much heat in a dish! Yum!!! The Spicy Mala Happy Family for $28 is made with a few different kinds of protein, including chicken. Since the characters for the term “málà” literally translate to “numbing spice,” we had high expectations for this dish. Although our tongues weren’t numb from the spice, we definitely thought it was pretty hot. Spicy Mala Entree Again, it was the sauce that packed the punch for this dish. The spice wasn’t TOO hot, but if you’re not a fan of heat then you’ll definitely want to avoid this one. Another spicy option at Nine Dragons is the Spicy Honey Crispy Chicken. Who would’ve thought that such an underrated restaurant could pack so much heat? Read our recent review of Nine Dragons here! And now we get to the real thing: the actually HOT spicy chicken. There’s not a lot of it in Disney World — the restaurants tend to avoid really hot spice in order to cater to what most people will enjoy. But you CAN find real heat in Disney World, and it’s at City Works in Disney Springs. City Works in Disney Springs This spot is home to the Nashville Hot Chicken Wrap, which is served with fries for $19. The wrap is made with buttermilk breaded crispy chicken breast, hot cayenne pepper mop, romaine, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and ranch dressing, all served in a flour tortilla. That hot cayenne pepper mop is HOT. Not Disney-hot, REAL HOT. Nashville Hot Chicken Wrap In fact, when we ordered our wrap, the chef even came out to warn us that the wrap was legitimately spicy. But can you really call it a Nashville Hot Chicken Wrap without the heat? Our reporter, who’s a fan of heat, really enjoyed this meal. But if you’re not a fan of seriously spicy food, you’ll want to skip it and choose one of the other many options on City Works’ menu. Click here to read our review of City Works. Armed with the knowledge of where to find the spice (and how to avoid it), now you’re ready to tackle your next Disney World vacation! Don’t forget to take our DFB Guide to Dining in Walt Disney World along with you for more tips on where to eat at the parks and hotels. And have you checked out the latest Disney-themed t-shirts in our store? Click here – you’ll want to pick some up before your next Disney trip! Stay tuned to the DFB blog for more food reviews and updates on all the latest Disney news. Click here to see EVERYTHING you need to eat in Disney World in 2023. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your favorite spicy chicken in Disney World? Let us know in the comments. The post Ranking the Spicy Chicken in Disney World From “That’s Nothing” to 🔥 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World might be a very expensive place to visit, but there are still some free things in the parks and at the hotels that you may not know about. Sir Mickey’s Some of those free things include getting celebration buttons, taking part in the Wilderness Explorer program at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and tasting sodas from around the world in EPCOT. Another of those things is getting pixie dusted! This can only happen at a few places in Disney World, so here’s where you can get pixie dusted in Magic Kingdom. First things first: what exactly IS pixie dusting? Pixie dusting is where a Cast Member asks you to close your eyes, make a wish, and then they us a magic wand to sprinkle you with pixie dust while wishing that all your dreams come true. Over at Sir Mickey’s gift shop in Fantasyland (just behind Cinderella Castle), this experience has been offered for quite some time. Sir Mickey’s But now there’s ANOTHER option for pixie dusting! The other store that recently began offering pixie dusting is Bonjour Village Gifts, which is also located in Fantasyland (near Gaston’s Tavern). Bonjour! Village Gifts To get pixie dusted at either of these stores, all you have to do is head inside and ask a Cast Member to pixie dust you. Keep in mind, this will get glitter in your hair, meaning you’ll probably be seeing it for the next few days! Hey Tink! Want more tips on how to spend your day in Magic Kingdom? Check out our FREE Magic Kingdom checklist! Just click below, enter your email, and we’ll send the list straight to your inbox. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney tips and tricks! Here are 52 secret things to do 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 What’s your favorite free thing to do in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post The SECRET (and FREE) Experience You Don't Want To Miss in Disney World 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. Get ready to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Finding Nemo in STYLE! CRUSH! When it comes to Disney accessories, Dooney & Bourke has just about every corner of the fandom covered. We’ve seen collections that rep Disney characters, attractions, and even some deep cuts from Disney history! And if you’re a Pixar fan, you’ve GOTTA see the latest Dooney & Bourke collection that just dropped online. In celebration of the 20th anniversary of Finding Nemo (hold up — Finding Nemo came out 20 years ago?! We officially feel old) a BRAND NEW Dooney & Bourke collection is now available online at shopDisney! Let’s take a look at all of the new accessories that you can snag to help you take on the big blue world. You can get these bags online, but we also spotted them in Disney World, at the Creations Shop in EPCOT. ©shopDisney The first bag is the Finding Nemo 20th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke Tote Bag. Tote Bag This is the largest and most expensive of the bunch, and it features some of your favorite characters under the sea, with the iconic pelicans sitting on top of the water. Buy the Finding Nemo 20th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke Tote Bag here! Or you can grab the medium-sized bag, the Finding Nemo 20th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke Satchel Bag. Satchel Bag This has the same design as the others but in a smaller form. If you don’t need as much room to carry your necessities, this may be the best fit for you. Grab the Finding Nemo 20th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke Satchel Bag right here! Lastly, you can grab the Finding Nemo 20th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke Crossbody Bag. Crossbody Bag This is the smallest bag in the collection, also making it the most affordable. If you’re looking for something casual to bring to events, or just as your small everyday bag, this may be for you. Buy the Finding Nemo 20th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke Crossbody Bag here! If you’ve gotta have one of these bags for your collection, be sure to head to shopDisney and grab one soon, because limited-edition merch can sell out fast! And if you’ve got an upcoming trip to the parks planned here are some ways you can get your Finding Nemo fix in both Disney World and Disneyland to celebrate the movie’s big milestone. Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage in Disneyland We’ll continue to be on the lookout for more new Disney merch collections, so stay tuned to DFB for more updates! This Is One of the BEST Disney Loungefly Bags We’ve Seen and It’s 30% OFF RIGHT NOW 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 favorite Dooney & Bourke collection? Let us know in the comments! The post PSST! You're Gonna Want To See These NEW Disney Bags first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you were thinking about booking a last-minute trip to Disney World this summer, this is your sign. GO FOR IT. Why? Because Disney’s NEW ticket deal is officially OPEN for booking! Main Street, U.S.A Disney has announced some pretty good deals recently, including one for tickets, one for Florida residents, and even a few hotel discounts. We’ve got all the details you need to know in order to take advantage of their 4-Park Magic Ticket deal! Disney World’s special 4-Park Magic Ticket is NOW available for purchase. With this ticket, you can get a 4-day, 4-park Magic Ticket for just $99 per day (plus tax). The total comes to $396, plus tax, for all four days. (With tax, the total came to $421.74.) The deal is open to everyone — it’s not exclusive to a certain group. Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Basically, you get one day of admission to each of the four Disney World theme parks. The deal does NOT include Park Hopper — so you can only go to one park per day. Disney’s Hollywood Studios If you buy these tickets, you do not need to make Park Pass Reservations! Yep, you read that right — no park reservations required. The tickets will be valid for use from June 1st through September 29th, but there are some blockout dates: July 1st – July 4th and September 1st – September 4th. Animal Kingdom The ticket expires within seven days of its first use or on September 29th, 2023, whichever takes place first. The tickets are nontransferable and nonrefundable. EPCOT Ready to book your stay? Click here to buy your tickets with this offer. If you want help booking your dream Disney World trip, contact our friends over at Small World Vacations. They can help you save tons of money on your upcoming vacation. http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Small-World-Square-Banner.png Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. (Why should you use a travel agent when you go to Disney? See what we think here! Or click here for a no obligation price quote today!) For more about what to expect this summer in Disney World, click here to see what we’re DREADING about Disney World this summer, or check out what NEW restaurant will be opening this summer. Also, find out why Disney World might be EMPTY this summer! Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news. Check out ALL of the available Disney World deals and discounts 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 Will you be taking advantage of this ticket deal? Tell us in the comments. The post ALERT! 🚨 Disney World's NEW Ticket Deal Is NOW OPEN for Bookings! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

No matter how far you live from Disney World, it always seems like the journey takes forever! Traveling soon? And if you do live far away, that’s even more true. You can’t just plan for the days you’re in the parks, you have to plan travel days too — suddenly a quick weekend trip turns into five days, five turns into seven, and so on. But what if you could fly to Disney World even faster — by going into space? How does a flight to Disney World by way of space sound? New research shows that flying from Sydney to London could take only two hours by 2033 — a trip that currently takes 22 hours on average. How? Sub-orbital “earth-to-earth” space flights, according to Forbes. UK Pavilion The Royal Air Force, King’s College London, and the U.K.’s Civil Aviation Authority have been conducting medical research to see how passengers would fare during a flight like this. So far, research shows that “physiological responses are likely to be benign for most passengers,” per the CAA’s medical lead Dr. Ryan Anderton. Would you take a space flight? However, passengers might have problems during the G-force portion of the journey, where trouble breathing and momentary loss of vision have been reported. It’s possible that older people will handle the pressure better than younger travelers. In the future, the U.K. to Australia flight would involve “taking off in a G-force rocket up to 62 miles or 100 kilometers” — the point at which it would then technically be in space. Passengers would feel G-forces of 4G for around 30 seconds. Flying away But, the aircraft wouldn’t continue into space — instead, it would stay sub-orbital and re-enter the earth’s atmosphere at 6Gs for 10 to 15 seconds. Don’t go booking your tickets just yet though, as the CAA believes the journey would cost as much as $350,000 at first! Though, it would “reduce over time and with increased demand.” For now, though, it looks like sub-orbital flights will continue to mainly exist for tourism and research purposes. It’s possible that someday in the future, we might be able to hitch a sub-orbital flight from Sydney to Orlando that takes just a few hours! What’s your go-to ride in the Magic Kingdom? Until then, we’ll be keeping an eye out for the latest flights and planning tips that’ll help you get to Disney World. Stay tuned to DFB for more! Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life Travel Updates, Tips, and Tricks Complete Guide to Booking the CHEAPEST Flight to Disney World What to Do if Your Flight to Disney World Is Canceled Our Best Tips For Flying Through the Orlando International Airport Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get to Disney World From the Orlando Airport The Ultimate Disney World Packing List for 2022 You’re SLEEPING on These Packing Hacks Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life 8 Catastrophic Travel Mistakes and How to Solve Them The BEST and WORST Airlines in the US, Ranked by Customer Complaints The MOST and LEAST Reliable Airlines in the U.S. This Small Change Will Save You From Lost Luggage The Best Disney Luggage for 2023 21 Things a Former Flight Attendant Needs You To Know 7 Highest-Rated Travel Items on Amazon Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Would you take a sub-orbital flight? Tell us in the comments. The post Your Next Trip To Disney World Could Include...ACTUAL SPACE FLIGHT?! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney is working on a NEW private island — called Lighthouse Point — for its cruise ships but there’s something important about it that you might not have realized. ©Disney Disney’s retreat on the island is set to have architecture inspired by nature and will embody a “unique celebration of Bahamian culture brought to life with the quality and service of a Disney vacation.” There will be a family beach, a Bahamian art and culture pavilion, a family water play area, and MUCH more. And it’ll all be located on the Bahamian island of Eleuthera. But Disney does NOT have this island all to itself! That’s right — while Disney is creating a private destination (which will open in the summer of 2024) for its cruise line passengers on the southernmost tip of Eleuthera, the island isn’t just home to Disney’s private beaches. There are actually other things already existing on the island and you could visit them right now! ©Disney Eleuthera is already home to one of Princess Cruises’ exclusive ports of call — Princess Cays. Princess Cruises has a private beach on the island (at the southern tip) that is home to snorkeling, fishing, and much more. ©Princess Cruises On top of that, there are resorts on the island, like Royal Island Resort… ©Bahamas …or The Cove Eleuthera (located in Central Eleuthera). ©Bahamas Eleuthera (and Harbour Island) might be new for Disney cruisers but it isn’t for other vacationers! (Eleuthera is separated from Harbour Island just by a 5-minute ferry, which is why you may see it mentioned a lot on things discussing Eleuthera.) ©Bahamas If you want to visit the island (but not those areas privately owned/run by the cruise lines, of course) you can actually book a flight to Eleuthera. Recently, Silver Airways resumed weekly, nonstop service from Orlando International Airport to Eleuthera. Want to see when Disney cruises will first visit Lighthouse Point in 2024? Click here! For more Disney Cruise Line planning tips, click here to see when is the BEST time to cruise the Caribbean. Or click here for our ULTIMATE list of Disney Cruise Line tips and secrets!  Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Would you travel to Eleuthera on your own or wait to visit Disney’s private space there while going on a cruise? Tell us in the comments. The post Wait...You Can Go to Disney’s New Private Island WITHOUT Taking One of Their Cruises? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

While Disney World is known to many as a smorgasbord of delicious and unique food, eating at Disney World can be tricky for those with dietary restrictions or those who are simply seeking plant-based options. What’s your favorite Disney World snack? If you eat plant-based, finding locations at Disney World with plant-based options can be a struggle. Rest assured, though — there are so many tasty plant-based options if you know where to look. Not only do we have a FULL GUIDE to plant-based dining, but we’re always trying new options in the parks that serve as tasty alternatives to beloved Disney foods. Now, we’re talking about two choices for you plant-based eaters who are seeking quick and tasty theme park food. Let’s go! Both of these plant-based food options are found at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, and both are from quick-service restaurants, so you don’t even need to make a dining reservation in order to grab these two items. These are the Plant-based Bratwurst and Tots from The Friar’s Nook and the Plant-based “Cheese” Pizza from Pinocchio Village Haus. Let’s try them out and see if they’re worth grabbing! Plant-Based Bratwurst and Tots from The Friar’s Nook First up, let’s try the brat! We were a bit hesitant to grab this snack. You see, in the past, this brat was served on a regular hot dog bun with a small cup of sauerkraut on the side. This was a massive downgrade from the brat on a pretzel bun that we were so used to having. (Before it was a hot dog bun it was a pretzel bun.) It stayed this way for a LONG time, and when we compared it to the brat on a pretzel bun at B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. in Disney Springs, we seriously thought someone was playing a cruel prank on us. So, imagine our surprise when we received a brat on a PRETZEL BUN at Friar’s Nook recently. Plant-Based Bratwurst The first thing we noticed about the return of the pretzel bun was how much longer the pretzel bun is than the standard hotdog bun. This wasn’t an issue though, because we were able to fill it with the sauerkraut that was served on the side along with some mustard. Bratwurst with Sauerkraut and mustard We aren’t kidding when we say the pretzel bun makes all the difference in the world when it comes to the flavor of this snack! The pretzel bun takes the snack that we would only grab in the event of an emergency to something that could be a first-choice meal for us. You can never go wrong with tater tots! This is something we’d definitely get more often now, and it’s a great choice for vegan and plant-based eaters that are visiting Magic Kingdom. As long as there’s a pretzel bun involved, we definitely recommend this snack. Plant-Based “Cheese” Pizza at Pinocchio Village Haus Next up, we’re trying the “cheese” pizza at Pinocchio Village Haus in Fantasyland. This is a regular pizza topped with tomato sauce and plant-based cheese. Let’s give it a try! Plant-based “Cheese” Pizza Now, we won’t accuse this of being a microwave pizza… BUT — it did remind us a whole lot of a microwave pizza. The cheese is made by Follow Your Heart, which is one of the easier brands to find at the store. When melted, the consistency tends to be more like warm cream cheese and is gooey in a way that dairy cheese normally isn’t. This cheese was no different and unless you’re used to it, you might find it difficult to stomach. A slice We doctored ours up with red pepper flake packets and barbecue sauce, but because of the thin, chewy crust… it’s safe to say our gag reflex was triggered. It had a VERY unsatisfying texture. Maybe if it had a crispier crust like that of a flatbread, we would have liked it more. Plant-based “Cheese” Pizza We wouldn’t recommend this pizza to anyone. It made us gag. Skip unless you know you like this cheese. No questions asked. 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Actor Ray Stevenson has passed away at age 58. via Deadline He died on Sunday, May 21st, 2023 in Italy, Deadline has reported. Stevenson was known for his roles in dozens of television shows and films, including Disney-related projects from Star Wars and Marvel. The actor played the voice of Gar Saxon in Star Wars series The Clone Wars and Rebels, and was set to join the cast of the new Disney+ series Ahsoka starring Rosario Dawson. ©Disney Stevenson also played Volstagg in the Thor films. Born on May 25th, 1964 in Lisburn, Northern Ireland, Stevenson began his acting career in the 1990s and went on to be cast in several different roles. ©Marvel Our thoughts are with Ray Stevenson’s family during this difficult time. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post Star Wars and Marvel Actor, Ray Stevenson, Has Passed Away at Age 58 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Walt Disney Company is in the middle of being restructured, after Bob Iger announced that $5.5 billion in spending cuts would be coming — including 7,000 layoffs that were previously announced. Cinderella Castle We’ve already seen a few rounds of these layoffs happen, but Disney has indicated that more could be on the way. In March, Disney laid off a team of about 50 members on the next-generation storytelling and consumer-experiences unit, effectively squashing the company’s plans to expand into the metaverse. And now, we have another update. The Walt Disney Company recently held its second-quarter earnings call for fiscal year 2023, and we learned a TON of updates about park revenue, Disney+ subscribers, and more. Disney also shared an update on the $5.5 billion in spending cuts that were previously promised, but we hadn’t learned more about potential layoffs on the horizon. Today, the third round of layoffs began according to Deadline. ©Disney When the layoffs were first announced, Iger said, “The difficult reality of many colleagues and friends leaving Disney is not something we take lightly. This company is home to the most talented and dedicated employees in the world, and so many of you bring a lifelong passion for Disney to your work here.” He then offered his thanks to those who would be departing the Company. ©MasterClass The first two rounds of layoffs focused heavily on the entertainment division of the company, both in the parks and on the media side of things. The third round of layoffs seems to affect no particular division of the company. For the most part, Parks and Resorts still remain mostly unscathed. Further, television, which took a massive cut in the last round of layoffs, only received a very small number of layoffs this round. ©PAUL SAKUMA/A.P. PHOTO (Obtained via Vanity Fair) This is expected to be the final round of significant layoffs with around 700 employees affected, but Disney could always surprise us. Of course, there may also be smaller rounds of layoffs in the future as well. For more information on the recent Disney layoffs, check out our posts below. Huge Project CANCELLED at Disney; 50 Imagineers Laid Off How Job Cuts Will Impact Disney (And Who Won’t Be Affected) “There Will No Doubt Be Challenges Ahead” — Disney CEO Bob Iger Gives Huge UPDATE on Job Cuts We’ll be keeping up with more updates from Disney, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Bob Iger Responds to One of Disney’s Biggest Criticisms Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post Disney To Continue Layoffs With 700 More Job Cuts first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

What happens when you combine Shanghai Disney Resort, music, and the Genie from "Aladdin?" Wishes come true! Learn more about the resort’s “Wishing Star Charity Concert” and their support of Make-A-Wish.View the full article

DO NOT PANIC. WE REPEAT: DO NOT PANIC. Okay, you can panic a little. There has been a celebrity sighting at Disney World that might just make your jaw drop. Cinderella Castle We’ve seen a decent number of celebs make their way to the Most Magical Place on Earth — from Michael Jordan to Peyton Manning. But, on May 22nd, 2023, one person spotted a Disney celebrity in Magic Kingdom that might REALLY make you jealous. Prepare to turn positively green with envy, Jonas Brothers fans. On May 22nd, an AllEars fan Todd M. (@what_would_walt_think via Instagram) shared a photo with AllEars and AllEars was kind enough to share that photo with us here at DFB. The photo was of a celebrity sighting in Disney World. What celebrity? Well, it was THE KEVIN JONAS IN THE FLESH. It looks like Kevin was taking a stroll through Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe in Magic Kingdom. (AND THE JONAS BROTHERS FANS WENT WILD.) THE KEVIN It could just be the angle of the photo or maybe just our interpretation, but it sure looks like Kevin is looking longingly at some of the food being held by guests nearby. Grab yourself some chicken strips, Kevin, it’s important to eat when in Disney World! Cosmic Rays Starlight Cafe Chicken Tenders Why Kevin Jonas was at Cosmic Ray’s specifically is a mystery we’ve yet to solve. Did he simply want some chicken strips and fries (nothing wrong with that!)? Was he passing through to listen to the musical stylings of another incredible pop star — THE Sonny Eclipse? Was this just a stopping spot on the way to his next attraction or snack? What about the rest of Kevin’s family? We have so many questions. Sonny Eclipse at Cosmic Ray’s To be totally honest, if Kevin Jonas were to ask us to join him for a culinary adventure at Magic Kingdom, Cosmic Ray’s likely wouldn’t be our first choice. The pop star vibes of Sonny Eclipse ARE definitely a compelling reason to visit this restaurant, but given the choice, we think we’d take the Jonas Brother to have his taste buds ROCKED by some of the delicious creations at Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen (and we’d TOTALLY ask about that secret menu). Spread from Skipper Canteen in Magic Kingdom For a quick service option, we might recommend Columbia Harbour House — snag an upstairs table in the nook overlooking Liberty Square below and you’re REALLY in business. Spread from Columbia Harbour House But if a trip to Cosmic Ray’s was non-negotiable in Kevin’s book, we definitely wouldn’t say “no” to a plate of chicken strips and fries with Kevin Jonas. For a more adventurous snack, we might recommend the Triple-B Burger (with Coca-Cola Cherry-Barbecue sauce!) or the Grilled Chicken Sandwich (which has a citrus-soy mayonnaise and mango-cucumber slaw). The Triple B Burger! Then, we could hop on the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover together to top off a perfect day. Excuse us as we go imagine what meals we’d like to share with each of the Jonas Brothers in Disney World. Do you think Joe is more of a DOLE Whip or LeFou’s Brew person? P.S. The Jonas Brothers will be playing some shows in Orlando later this year (in October) so you could see them in the area around that time (or you might just want to interrupt your Disney trip for a concert experience). ©Jonas Brothers The moral of the story here is to keep those eyes OPEN when you visit Disney World — you never know what celebrities you might spot! And maybe always have an invitation ready to take said celebrity to lunch at Cosmic Ray’s. For more news from Magic Kingdom, click here. And stay tuned for the latest updates!  Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What famous people have you spotted in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post The Celebrity Sighting in Disney World That’ll Make Your Jaw DROP first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article