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New additions to the Disney Magic include themed entertainment and soulful lounge, enhancements to the concierge experience CELEBRATION, Fla. (May 5, 2023) – From the magical mountains of Colombia to the bustling streets of New York City, the colorful worlds of two fan-favorite Disney films – Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Encanto” and Disney and Pixar’s “Soul” – have come to life for the first time on the high seas with the debut of new family-friendly experiences aboard the Disney Magic. In addition to “Encanto”-themed entertainment and a “Soul”-inspired lounge, the ship’s concierge accommodations were enhanced with new theming and spacious refurbishments during a three-week dry dock project in Freeport, The Bahamas. “An Encanto Celebration” Brings the Family Madrigal to the High Seas for the First Time Guests can join the fantastical family Madrigal during an all-new immersive experience, “An Encanto Celebration,” designed to engage families through music, crafts and storytelling. The interactive experience gives guests an opportunity to meet and take photos with Mirabel and the family member we don’t talk about, Bruno, during their Disney Cruise Line debut. Families can also join a spirited sing-along of beloved “Encanto” songs and create butterfly and flower crafts inspired by the film. During the show, guests can experience a true taste of South America thanks to a selection of local Colombian beers, cocktails and sodas along with film-inspired mocktails. New Soul Cat Lounge Hits the Right Note for Evening Entertainment The heartfelt story of “Soul” was the inspiration for the brand-new Soul Cat Lounge designed to look like Joe Gardner’s favorite music spot from the film, the Half Note Lounge. The space, located on deck three near Rapunzel’s Royal Table restaurant, instantly transports guests to a classic New York jazz club appointed with decorative details like brick walls, wood accents and plenty of rich leather seating around a stage set for live music, so guests can grab their partner and head to the dance floor for a swinging good time each evening. The Soul Cat Lounge is adorned with custom artwork from Pixar featuring nods to the film including record labels, concert posters and portraits of jazz legend Dorothea Williams and her bandmates. Thoughtful “Soul”-inspired details are subtly layered throughout the design including record players, instruments and Joe’s hat. Adults can enhance their big city experience with table-side Manhattans and martinis or choose from a selection of native brews and cocktails made with New York spirits. A fun collection of mocktails, specialty coffees and sodas are also on the menu. In addition to new drink options, guests can take a bite of Little Italy with an order of zeppoles, the classic Italian pastry similar to a fried doughnut, while enjoying the live music. Redesigned Concierge Retreats Provide an Elevated Experience For guests seeking the ultimate comfort and service at sea, the concierge spaces aboard the Disney Magic have been elevated and enhanced. The concierge lounge was reimagined and expanded to feature a sophisticated new theme and tropical color palate inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Moana” and an additional outdoor covered seating area on deck 10 where guests can relax with a refreshing beverage while enjoying the ocean breeze. All concierge suites, including one- and two-bedroom accommodations and the two signature royal suites, have been completely refurbished with fresh fixtures, furniture and elegant artwork, further elevating the premium experience for concierge guests. Shore power technology was also installed as part of the ship’s dry dock project, continuing Disney Cruise Line’s longtime dedication to minimizing its impact on the environment. When available at the port, this will allow the Disney Magic to “plug in” to the port’s electrical grid, reducing the ship’s emissions. The Disney Magic is currently sailing its first of three itineraries from San Juan, Puerto Rico. Beginning May 24, the ship will return to Miami for a summer of cruises to The Bahamas and Caribbean including the “Silver Anniversary at Sea” celebration in honor of Disney Cruise Line’s 25th anniversary. This fall, the Disney Magic will head west for its inaugural season sailing out of San Diego. To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, guests can visit disneycruise.com, call Disney Cruise Line at 888-DCL-2500 or contact a travel agent. View the full article

The battle between Governor Ron DeSantis (FL) and Disney just got more complex thanks to the signing of a particular bill. Reedy Creek For context, Disney had entered into some agreements with the old board of the Reedy Creek Improvement District (now called the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District) prior to the new board taking over. According to the new board, the agreements at issue reportedly “strip” them of much of their power. The new board has already declared the agreements invalid for a few reasons, which is part of what sparked Disney to sue DeSantis and the new board, and the new board has since filed a lawsuit of its own against Disney. But now the agreements have been addressed by something else. DeSantis had indicated that while the board would likely declare the Disney agreements (a Development Agreement and Restrictive Covenants) invalid, that could spark litigation (which it has), so these agreements would also be tackled through a legislative amendment. This came in the form of Senate Bill 1604. An amendment to that bill, related to Development Agreements, was swiftly approved and the bill was then passed by the Senate and Florida House of Representatives. As of May 5th, the bill has officially been signed into law by Governor DeSantis. Obtained via ClickOrlando Livestream So what does the bill do? Well, the part that impacts Disney comes in the form of a subsection that’ll be added to Florida Statute 189.031. This amendment says that an independent special district is prohibited from complying with the terms of “any development agreement, or any other agreement for which the development agreement serves in whole or part as consideration, which is executed within 3 months preceding the effective date of a law modifying the manner of selecting members of the governing body of the independent special district from election to appointment or from appointment to election.” In non-legal terms, if a development agreement is signed within 3 months of a law that modifies the way a special district’s board is selected, the special district CANNOT comply with that development agreement. ©Reedy Creek Meeting Livestream (April 19th Meeting) Instead, the new governing body of the independent special district must review the development agreement within 4 months of taking office and then they’ll vote on whether to “seek readoption of such agreement.” The law officially takes effect starting July 1st. The subsection is set to last until July 1st, 2028 unless the Legislature decides to save it from repeal. Reedy Creek Building So how does this impact Disney? Well, the Development Agreement at issue was officially approved by the old Reedy Creek board on February 8th, 2023. That falls within 3 months of the law that later changed how the District’s Board of Supervisors is selected (when it went from elected to appointed by the Governor). Under this new provision signed into law by DeSantis, the new board would be prohibited from enforcing that Development Agreement and likely the Restrictive Covenants if they’re considered to be an “agreement for which the development agreement serves in whole or part as consideration.” The board is then required to review the Development Agreement and see if they want to readopt it. The new board has already declared the agreements to be invalid, so this just serves (essentially) as a SECOND way of invalidating the Development Agreement and preventing the board from having to comply with it. via Twitter It’s possible Disney may amend its existing federal lawsuit to include some claims or allegations related to this law (now that it has been signed by DeSantis) to tie it into their overall argument that DeSantis has waged a “relentless campaign to weaponize government power” against Disney. We’ll be on the lookout for updates there. Another bill potentially affecting Disney is still pending. House Bill 1305 contains some language that would impact monorail inspections. That bill has passed the House and Senate but is pending DeSantis’ signature. We’ll keep an eye out for more updates. EPCOT For more about Disney’s lawsuit against DeSantis, click here. And check back for the latest updates. Click here to learn about the Board’s lawsuit against Disney Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: Gov. DeSantis Signs Bill to VOID Disney's Reedy Creek Agreements first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are a lot of different rides in Disney World. Some are nice and slow. Others will jostle you around a bit but aren’t too intense. Some will give you a bit of that thrill factor. And others will truly have you screaming! Tower of Terror Not all rides are created equal. Some are great for little ones to test their bravery on as introductory first coasters, while some offer sharper thrills that even grown adults may shy away from. If you’re bringing some young ones or perhaps some thrill-averse folks to Disney World, you may want to know a little more about the coasters than the descriptions you’ll find on the Disney World website or the My Disney Experience App. Slinky Dog Dash Toy Story Land is one of the newest and most popular areas in Disney World and for good reason! It has a super fun immersive theme that appeals to Pixar fans of all ages, but is particularly appealing to little ones who may not have many opportunities to experience some of the other more intense attractions at Hollywood Studios. Let’s head on over to Toy Story Land Toy Story Land isn’t just the home to one of Disney World’s newest restaurants, RoundUp Rodeo BBQ; it’s also the home to Slinky Dog Dash, one of the most popular attractions at Hollywood Studios. This attraction is SO popular, the standby line is often over an hour, and Lightning Lanes purchased through Disney’s Genie+ service often sell out before noon! Slinky Dog Dash Standby Before you get your family up at the crack of dawn on vacation to rope drop Hollywood Studios to try to beat the crowds to Slinky Dog Dash, before you wait in line over an hour in the steamy Orlando heat, and before you pry open your digital wallet to pay for a Genie+ Lightning Lane, let’s take a look at the Slinky Dog Dash experience to see if all of that is what you’re looking for and what your family can handle. ©Disney Slinky Dog Dash has a minimum height requirement of 38 inches. It reaches speeds of up to 40 mph during the ride, which certainly means it’s one of the more thrilling family-friendly attractions at the resort. You’ll find that it’s a very smooth coaster, but it is certainly a step up from some of the tamer options at the Magic Kingdom, like Dumbo, or the Tomorrowland Transit Authority Peoplemover. Are you ready to GO? Considering you probably drive over 40 miles per hour just going to your local Target or grocery store, it may not seem that thrilling. And that’s probably for a reason. Disney designed this attraction to be fun and exciting for as many Disney guests as possible. So, if you want to see if this attraction might be too fast or too thrilling for your family, next time you visit Target, do it in a convertible with the top down, and you’ll get a pretty good idea! We’ll never get tired of Slinky Dog Dash! Keep reading DFB for more tips and insights on all of Disney World’s attractions! 10 Rides to AVOID in Disney World if You Struggle with Motion Sickness 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 Is Slinky Dog Dash your favorite Hollywood Studios attraction? Let us know in the comments, below! The post How Fast is Slinky Dog Dash? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Being a Disney Representative (Rep) is one of those unique “only at Disney” opportunities where cast members have the opportunity to host media during press events, including broadcast, radio, social, print and online. From Walt Disney World Resort to Disneyland Resort, this group of cast members steps away from their day-to-day roles for a short […]View the full article

Did you get tickets to one of the biggest Disney fan events of the year? We’re talking about Destination D23, which will take place from September 8th to 10th, 2023 in Disney World. ©D23 This event is HUGE because this is where Disney often makes some key announcements about upcoming projects, offers behind-the-scenes details, hosts special guests, and more. However, tickets for the event sold out in minutes. But don’t worry if you didn’t get tickets — you’ll still be able to experience Destination D23 in another way — from home. Disney has announced that “select presentations” from Destination D23 will be livestreamed on D23.com so you can watch it from ANYWHERE. D23 hasn’t announced what panels will be livestreamed, but back in 2021 the livestream schedule did include a big panel about the future of the Disney parks. We’ll be looking for a full Destination D23 livestream schedule for 2023 and will share those details with you when they’re released. Kermit the Frog at Destination D23 2021 But that’s not all. Although those with tickets will get first access to exclusive Destination D23 shopping, a separate ticketed experience will be offered to D23 Gold members (who aren’t attending Destination D23) who want to snag some exclusive souvenirs from Mickey’s of Glendale, The Walt Disney Company Store, and the Ink & Paint Marketplace. D23 will announce more details about that shopping experience later. Merchandise at Mickey’s of Glendale in 2021 But, wait, there’s more! D23 announced a HOST of other events that will take place THROUGHOUT the year. A 25th anniversary screaming of Mulan will be held for members at the Los Angeles State Historic Park on May 28th. Tickets are available here. ©D23 D23 is also celebrating the opening of Rogers: The Musical at Disney California Adventure. D23 Gold Members will get a special opportunity to “save the city” — D23 will be announcing more details soon. Members will also get to attend the D23 Presents — X-Men Hellfire Gala, which combines high fashion with Marvel Comics. ©D23 In the fall, D23 members will get a chance to attend the D23 Black Flame Ball: Spell-ebrating 30 Years of Hocus Pocus, an event celebrating 25 Years of Halloweentown, the Sleepy Hollow International Film Festival, and a celebration all about Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas: 30th Anniversary. LOTS of fun stuff for the spookiest of seasons! Plus, in celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the Walt Disney Company, D23 will be “welcoming Members to an enchanted celebration at the historic Walt Disney Studios on October 16—the actual 100th Anniversary of Disney.” Plus, the fall issue of Disney twenty-three magazine will be a special edition in celebration of this anniversary. Disney100 sign D23 says that these are ” just a few of the exciting experiences” they’ll be hosting this year. We’ll be keeping an eye out for even more events, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more! See Some Of Our Coverage from Destination D23 in 2021 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 Did you get tickets for Destination D23 this year? Let us know in the comments! The post The Secret to Watching the HUGE Disney Event That Sold Out in Minutes! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Something NEW is coming to Disneyland Resort, but you’ll want to hurry! Groot at Disney California Adventure’s Avengers Campus Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 3 has officially been released in theaters and Disney is celebrating the occasion with NEW snacks and souvenirs. But over at Avengers Campus, something (or should we say someone) very special will be appearing! Disney has announced that Mantis will be joining Star-Lord at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Park for the “Guardians of the Galaxy: Awesome Dance Off!” show. The show takes place a few times each day in front of Guardians of the Galaxy — Mission: BREAKOUT! During the show, you’ll get to show off some epic dance moves as Peter, (typically) Gamora, and Groot boogie to some awesome tunes. Star-Lord and Gamora Be sure to check the Disneyland website, app, or times guide for info on when these shows take place each day. ©Disney According to Disney, Mantis will only be joining those in the park for a limited time, so be sure to say “hello” before she’s GONE. Guardians of The Galaxy Vol. 3 Poster in Disney World For more news, click here to learn about all of the limited-time snacks that have popped up in the parks for the debut of this film. And stay tuned for more news. Click here to see why Space Mountain is DIFFERENT in Disneyland right now! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! See Our DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Get All the Info About Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Should You Go to Disneyland in 2022? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Will you be stopping by to see Mantis soon? Tell us in the comments. The post NEW Addition Revealed for Disneyland Resort first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When you’re craving a good steak in Disney World, there are a few places you can choose from. Le Cellier Disney World offers amazing options for a great steak like Jiko, Yachtsman Steakhouse, Steakhouse 71, and the ever-popular Le Cellier. Many of Disney’s steakhouses are categorized as “Signature Dining” locations. Restaurants in this category tend to provide an elevated dining experience, and with that comes an elevated price tag. To provide a “non-Disney” analogy, consider Applebee’s or Chili’s the equivalent to a Disney Table Service option, and Ruth’s Chris or Morton’s Steakhouse like Disney Signature Dining. Le Cellier Steakhouse These restaurants are popular, not just with the vacation Disney guests, but also with Orlando and Florida locals for any sort of date night, special occasion, or even just a super fancy Tuesday. Because of this elevated dining experience, Disney has provided a dress code policy for these fancier restaurants. This helps keep these elegant dining rooms feeling elegant. Because sometimes, your fancy date night might not feel so special when you’re surrounded by folks in flip-flops and tank tops — you can eat ANYWHERE to get that experience. And when you’re forking over $40+ per entree, part of what you’re paying for is to feel fancy while you eat fancy food. Le Cellier Steak The dress code for the Signature restaurants is akin to “business casual lite:” dress slacks (or dress shorts) with a collared shirt for men and jeans, skirts, or dress shorts with a blouse or sweater (or a dress) for women. You can’t wear swim attire, ball caps, or torn clothing. These guys are dressed for some Signature Dining Many of Disney’s Signature Dining restaurants are housed at the resort hotels or Disney Springs, but there are a few that reside in the parks: The Hollywood Brown Derby (in Hollywood Studios), Monsieur Paul (France Pavilion in EPCOT), Takumi-Tei (Japan Pavilion in EPCOT), Le Cellier (Canada Pavilion in EPCOT), Cinderella’s Royal Table (in Magic Kingdom). It’s one thing to get gussied up to dine in a Signature restaurant at a Disney Resort or even Disney Springs, but wearing fancy duds during your day in the park may not be what you envisioned when you planned your vacation. Does anyone really want to wear heels and slacks in EPCOT on a hot Orlando day? Le Cellier in EPCOT So, yes, there is a dress code for Signature restaurants in the resorts and Disney Springs, but the dress code does not apply to the Signature dining locations in the theme parks. This means you could eat filet mignon at Le Cellier in EPCOT while wearing shorts, a t-shirt, and Mickey ears, but that outfit would not pass muster while eating filet at the Yachtsman Steakhouse at the Yacht Club just down the International Gateway and walking distance away. A dessert that epitomizes Canada And what CAN you wear to Le Cellier? Well, what you can wear in the Disney Parks. And yes (again!), Disney does have some parameters for what you can wear in the parks. According to the Disney Website: Proper attire, including shoes and shirts, must be worn at all times. The parks are a casual, family-oriented environment. Ensuring that the parks are family-friendly is an important part of the Disney experience. In that spirit, we ask you to use your discretion and common sense. Inappropriate Attire Disney reserves the right to deny admission to or remove any person wearing attire that is considered inappropriate or attire that could detract from the experience of other Guests. Attire that is not appropriate for the parks—and which may result in refusal of admittance—includes but is not limited to: Costumes and costume masks, which may not be worn by Guests 14 years of age or older. Exceptions: Specific Halloween and Christmas events. Some outfits inspired by Star Wars. Learn more Clothing with objectionable material, including obscene language or graphics Excessively torn clothing Clothing which, by nature, exposes excessive portions of the skin that may be viewed as inappropriate for a family environment Clothing that touches or drags on the ground Clothing with multiple layers is subject to search upon entry Objectionable tattoos That’s a look at the dress code for Le Cellier! Keep following Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney World news! The Five Best Steaks in Disney World 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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Okay, Guardians of the Galaxy fans. It’s time to strap on that walkman, dance to “Hooked on a Feeling,” and head to theaters to see Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3. Guardians of The Galaxy Vol. 3 But that’s not the ONLY way to celebrate Marvel’s band of space misfits. Some new snacks have made their way to Disney World to celebrate the release of the new movie, and one of those might just surprise you! One of the new snacks can be found at Connections Cafe in EPCOT. It’s the Perfect Sovereign Waffle Bites. These are Mini Liege waffles with a red berry dipping sauce and edible gold dust. Perfect Sovereign Waffle Bites When you order the waffle bites, you get them in a small box with a separate lidded container of dipping sauce. We like how transportable this snack is. It’s portable First, let’s talk about those waffles. The edible gold dust is made up of sugar crystals that top the waffles, which offer a nice sweet extra bit of crunch. But each waffle bite is nice and thick, as well as soft to bite into. The waffles taste more like a croissant than regular waffle battle, but that’s NOT a bad thing. That edible glitter is SO good The dipping sauce tastes like a mixture of berries (think a mixture of raspberry, strawberry, blackberry, and more). Great berry sauce Together, the two are a match made in snack heaven. We think this is a GREAT snack for kids because parents can pick them up without having to worry about what to do with leftover food and mess. You can just pack away any leftovers in the existing box for later. YUM We also think this is a great value snack because they only cost $4.19 — yes, this is a snack LESS than $5 at Disney World. It’s really hard to be critical of this treat — it’s light, easy to grab, and cheap, what’s not to like?! Truly, if you like Liege waffles and berry sauces and you want a light snack, do NOT miss this. But be aware — this is a limited-time snack, so they won’t be around forever. Also, we just wanted to note that you can pick up a limited-time Guardians of the Galaxy Cookie at the Popcorn Cart near MISSION: Space too! ©Disney via Instagram Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more reviews! WE KNOW – there are SO many great snacks at Disney World! How do you choose (we don’t want to choose but will blow our budget on Day 1 otherwise)? We’ve got you covered! We have reviewed nearly EVERY snack available at Disney World, and we’ve written a series of DFB Guides about them! Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. DFB Guide and Snacks Bundle You can even download them to your smartphone – it’ll be like we’re right there with you in the 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 Will you be trying out these waffle bites soon? Let us know in the comments! The post ACT FAST to Get This NEW Snack for Under in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Check out all the new additions inspired by "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" that will be making a limited-time appearance at select Disney parks!View the full article

Yesterday we celebrated a big holiday in Disney World, but today it’s time for another! Mexico Pavilion Pyramid We wrapped up May the 4th in an epic Star Wars fashion with plenty of fun snacks and new merchandise, but now it’s time for Cinco de Mayo. And if you’re hoping to celebrate this holiday…you’ll want to head to EPCOT! In EPCOT’s Mexico Pavilion, La Cava del Tequila is offering a special, limited-time drink for ONE day only. What could it be?! via @lacavadeltequila on Instagram It’s the Bolsita Margarita! This drink is straight-up served in a BAG and made with Tromba Blanco, lime juice, orange liquor, and creme de cassis. The bag the drink is served in appears to be labeled with the restaurant’s logo and (according to the picture shared on their social media) should come with a lanyard and a straw for drinking on the go. Think of the on-to-go possibilities with this set-up!! It’s essentially just their classic margarita, served in a bag with a glow cube. It costs $19. via @lacavadeltequila on Instagram But if you want to try out this unique beverage, you might not be the only one! When we visited the lounge, there was a pretty hefty line to get inside La Cava del Tequila in Mexico, so you could be waiting a while. Best of luck! We confirmed with a Cast Member at the restaurant that the drink does indeed come served in the bag (just how it’s pictured), although we didn’t see anyone specifically who had ordered it while we were there. Look at that line! Fun fact: You may sometimes see beverages served in plastic bags in Mexico and other countries. We saw something similar during a meal at Disneyland Resort. We’ll keep you updated with any more Disney World celebrations for Cinco de Mayo, as well as any other upcoming holiday offerings. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates! Click Here for Our Ultimate Guide to the Best Snacks at EPCOT! 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 order this margarita? Tell us in the comments! The post Okay, Now Disney Has REALLY Thought of EVERYTHING first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

A fan-favorite purchase for many visitors who stay at the Disney World hotels are the refillable mugs. 100th anniversary refillable mug These mugs can be purchased for $21.99, and then refilled for free at any Disney World hotel for the length of your hotel stay, up to 14 days. You can fill your mug with soft drinks, coffee, or tea. If you’re hoping to purchase a new mug and are curious about all the places you can refill it, we’ve got you covered! When Disney World started its refillable mug program, it was specific to the resort where you purchased the mug. If you bought a mug at the Caribbean Beach Resort, for instance, you could only refill it there. That all changed when Disney started offering the same mug design through Disney World — the first of those was a “Year of a Million Dreams” mug in 2006. So now, you can carry your refillable mug with you if you are resort hopping, and refill in the quick service location at any hotel! Refill Station Remember, though that your mug is equipped with an RFID chip that works with the beverage refill stations. It will only work for those 14 days after you buy it. Additionally, there is a waiting period of a couple of minutes between refills — this is probably to deter you from dumping your refills into a larger container. Also keep in mind that you cannot use your refillable mugs in any Disney theme park. The water parks (Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach) have their own refillable mugs, but the one you bought at your resort won’t work there, and vice versa. A resort refillable mug can be a great way to save during your vacation if you are a regular coffee or soda drinker. But it’s only going to save you money if you use it! You should consider requesting a room at your resort near the quick-service location, if you are planning to fill up a lot! This post will outline ALL of the places at Disney World that you can refill your mug so that you aren’t scrambling to find all the locations during your next trip. Let’s go! Disney’s Pop Century Resort Everything POP Shopping and Dining Here’s our latest review of Everything POP. Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Centertown Market Grab & Go We love the Cuban sandwich here! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge The Mara Be sure to try the French Toast Bread Pudding when you grab your morning coffee! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa The Artist’s Palette Be sure to check out the bakery case here — there’s often something unique! Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside Riverside Mill Food Court There are some unique sandwiches here! Try the Pimento BLT or the Korean-style Impossible Burger. Disney’s All Star Music Resort Intermission Food Court If you’re a Mickey Waffle lover, you can get three types here — regular, vegan, and gluten-free! Disney’s All Star Music Resort Disney’s All Star Movies Resort World Premiere Food Court Here’s our latest review of this food court! Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort El Mercado de Coronado Did someone say bacon-wrapped meatloaf? Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory OK, now you have to get Mickey Beignets with your coffee here! Sassagoula Float Works and Food Factory Disney’s All Star Sports Resort End Zone Food Court This is another place where you’ll want to check out the desserts if you stop by! Lots of seasonal treats land here. Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Landscape of Flavors The Pulled Pork Sandwich, topped with coleslaw, is one of our favorite things to eat at Art of Animation Resort. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Capt. Cooks If you need a snack with that soda you just topped up, we definitely recommend the Pulled Pork Nachos! Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa Gasparilla Island Grill The house-made macaroni and cheese here is TOP NOTCH. Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Roaring Fork This is one of the chill-est quick service locations in all of Disney World! A great spot to sit and enjoy an afternoon iced tea. Disney’s Beach Club Resort Beach Club Marketplace Do not miss the Steak and Egg Breakfast Sandwich with Swiss Cheese and Garlic-Peppercorn Ranch Dressing here! Disney’s Beach Club Resort Disney’s Contemporary Resort Contempo Cafe For dinner, we can’t get enough of the Beef Pot Roast here. Disney’s Yacht Club Resort The Market at Ale & Compass The Ham and Cheese Breakfast Sandwich served on a Pretzel Roll is a best bet here. Disney’s Boardwalk Inn Boardwalk Deli This NEW dining location is a great spot for breakfast or lunch! Here’s our review. BoardWalk Inn Disney’s Old Key West Resort Good’s Food To Go Try the shareable Kettle Chip Loaded Nachos when you refill your mug here! Disney’s Riviera Resort Primo Piatto The Margherita Pizza is divine here! Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin In the past, visitors were also able to refill their mugs at Picabu at the Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel, but that seems to have ended in December 2022. However, there’s no harm in asking to see if that has changed upon your arrival. Picabu And there you have it! Make sure to stay tuned for more Disney news, updates, and dining suggestions. Click here to check out some RULES regarding the refillable mugs Want More Details About Disney World’s Hotels? 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Get ready to eat a LEGO BURGER — well, sort of! Sleeping Beauty LEGO display in Disney Springs We’ve seen some epic LEGO creations lately — from Avatar sets and Marvel ones to fun designs themed to Disney’s 100th Anniversary celebration. But the latest LEGO-inspired news is taking things to a whole new level. Are you ready to take a “bite” out of a LEGO? Then you won’t want to miss this immersive pop-up restaurant that’s coming to Orlando this fall! According to the Explore Hidden website, a limited-time, LEGO-themed pop-up restaurant called Brick Burger is coming to Orlando later this year. It’ll be open for just 2 days — September 2nd and 3rd, 2023. ©Brick Burger This is a unique dining experience that will let you build a unique LEGO brick-themed burger! The restaurant will be located at: Jeff Fuqua Blvd., Orlando, Florida, United States, 32827. The design of Brick Burger’s restaurant will feature all kinds of LEGO fun, like brick walls, LEGO-themed furniture, and a building station. ©Brick Burger But the star of the show is the food, of course! There will be burgers with classic beef patties, crispy chicken fillets, and veggie options so you’ll (hopefully) find a little something for everyone. ©Brick Burger Don’t wait too long to grab your tickets for this limited-time pop-up experience though! For $47 per person, you can enjoy one burger and your choice of soft drink, beer, or wine. Here’s a look at some of the available dates/times. You can scroll through their online booking system to see everything available. ©Brick Burger Ready to go? Book your tickets now. And stay tuned to DFB for more! Click Here to See Some Disney LEGO Sets Available at TARGET! 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 going to check out Brick Burger? Let us know in the comments! The post LEGO Burgers(!!) Are Coming to Orlando (And Yes, They Look as Cool as They Sound) first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Ready to go on a Disney Cruise? There’s something you need to know about FIRST. Disney Cruise Line! Disney Cruise Line has a lot of exciting things coming up from the new addition of Magic Bands on board, to the return of Halloween on the High Seas, and the 25th Anniversary celebrations for the cruise line! But there’s another major change you need to know about. A big thanks to Small World Vacations for sharing these details with us. Castaway Club Members have NEW online check-in windows for their upcoming cruises. Guests can now complete their online check-ins based on their membership level. Castaway Cay In case you don’t know, Castaway Club is Disney Cruise Line’s loyalty reward program for people who have already sailed with the Disney Cruise Line before. There are four levels to the club — Pearl, Platinum, Gold, and Silver. Guests enter these tiers based on the number of cruises they’ve taken. Guests automatically reach Silver status after one cruise. Gold status is reached after 5 cruises. Guests who sail more than 10 times become Platinum members and Pearl can be achieved after 25 cruises. The Pearl level was just added recently in February 2023. ©Disney Pearl and Concierge level can now check-in online 40 days prior to sailing. Platinum members can check in 38 days before and Gold members can check in 35 days before. If you’re a Silver member, you can check in 33 days before sailing and all other guests can check in 30 days before setting sail. (Most recently, prior to this change, online cruise check-in was just set at 30 days prior to the sail date.) Checking in at the Cruise Checking in for your Disney Cruise can take 10-15 minutes online depending on how many guests you have in your party. Before starting the process, make sure you have your passport, a photo of each member of your party (shoulders up with a blank background), and a credit card to put on your file. Disney Magic Guests should do their online check-in as early as they are able so they can select a port arrival time. If you want to learn more about booking your Disney Cruise Line cruise, you can get all of that info here. Don’t forget to keep following DFB for all of your Disney Cruise Line news and updates! Learn 50 Things You NEED To Know Before Cruising With Disney Here Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Follow Along As We Explore Disney’s NEW Mega Cruise Ship – The Wish Learn ALL the Secrets of the Disney Wish We Ate EVERYTHING on Disney's Newest Cruise Ship -- The Disney Wish Learn About Disney Cruise Line’s COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Policies Disney Wish COVID-19 Testing Mishaps to Avoid A Full List of What You CAN’T Bring on a Disney Cruise These Are the BEST Times to Book Your Disney Cruise The Best Ways to SAVE SPACE in Your Tiny Cruise Cabin 10 Things You NEED on Your Next Cruise (That You Won’t Think to Pack!) A Look at the COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Policies For EVERY Major Cruise Line What It’s Like to Live on a Cruise Ship for 6 Months Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Have you ever been on a Disney Cruise? Tell us what you thought in the comments! The post Important UPDATE Announced for Disney Cruise Line first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Okay, so here it is — a Disney World hotel restaurant has changed…a LOT. Chicken enchiladas with fried plantains We regularly cover menu changes here, and we’re used to seeing some things come and go (like seasonal snacks). One often-forgotten and somewhat underrated spot — Maya Grill at Disney’s Coronado Springs — has pleasantly surprised us during recent visits with its consistently tasty food. However, this restaurant has just overhauled its menu, including removing one of our favorite desserts in all of Disney World. If you’ve read our reviews, you may have seen us talk about how underrated Maya Grill is. We’ve previously called it a restaurant with some of the BEST Mexican food in all of Disney World, so some of these recent menu changes have really surprised us. Maya Grill at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Let’s look at what changed under starters. Some of our favorite appetizers, like the Fiesta Nachos and Shrimp Mojo have been removed, while there are some other adjustments to the menu: REMOVED: Fiesta Nachos, Empanada de Barbacoa, and Shrimp Mojo Chips and Salsa is now Chips and Salsa Trio — Freshly made crispy tortilla chips paired with our three house-made salsas, Salsa Roja, Smokey Chipotle, and Avocado Verde for $12. Add Queso or Guacamole for $4 Guacamole is now House Guacamole — Our delicious blend of hand-crushed avocado, charred jalapeno, and cucumber salsa, served with crispy tortilla chips for $14 Southwestern Tortilla Soup is now Chicken Tortilla Soup Fiesta Nachos ADDED: Queso Fundido — Flour tortillas served alongside melted Chihuahua and Oaxaca cheese, pico de gallo, and cilantro for $12. Add Chorizo for $3 ADDED: Chicken Tinga Flautas — Shredded Chicken Tinga in fried corn Tortillas, served with chipotle mayo, Mexican crema, pico de gallo, topped with cotija cheese for $13 ADDED: Mexican Shrimp Cocktail — Shrimp, arugula, avocado, radish, and cilantro combined with our special in-house Mexican cocktail sauce for $16 ADDED: Chicken Tortilla Soup — Chipotle chicken, guajillo chicken broth, fresh avocado, and tortilla strips topped with a dollop of sour cream for $12 Shrimp Mojo Even the Salads part of the menu has not gone untouched: Traditional Taco Salad is now Deconstructed Taco Salad — Mixed greens, cilantro dressing, red onions, cherry tomatoes, avocado, cotija cheese, esquites, and ground beef served with crispy tortilla chips for $24 Fiesta Salad description changed from “Mixed Green Salad, Red Bell Peppers, Scallions, Queso Fresco, Crispy Tortilla Strips, Pumpkin Seeds, Cilantro Vinaigrette, served in a Toasted Cheese Bowl” to “Mix greens, esquites, pico de gallo, cotija cheese, avocado, diced pineapples, crispy corn tortillas lemon oregano dressing” Ensalada Caesar description changed from “Romaine Hearts, Crispy Croutons, Parmesan Cheese, Caesar Dressing, Lime Juice” to “Chopped romaine hearts, house croutons, parmesan cheese, classic Caesar dressing” Caesar Salad There are also a lot of HUGE changes to the Entrees section of the menu. A lot of items have been removed, with new dishes coming in to replace them: Baja Fish Tacos description changed from “Tempura Battered Cod, Shredded Cabbage, Chipotle Lime Aioli, Pineapple Relish, Lime, Tajin, Flour Tortillas, served with Esquites” to “Beer-battered fish served with tangy pickled cabbage, charred pineapple salsa, and chipotle aioli. Served with a side of Yuca fries and chimichurri” and the price increased from $25 to $28 REMOVED: Sous Vide Short Rib, Beef Quesadilla, Plant-based Chicken Enchiladas, Cochinita Pibil Chicken Enchiladas, Adobo Half Chicken, Queso Fundido Burger, and Monterey Chicken Sandwich Chicken Quesadilla description changed from “Jack Cheese, Poblano, Cilantro, Guacamole, Salsa and Sour Cream, served with Esquites” to “Flour tortilla, Chihuahua and Oaxaca cheeses, refried beans, cilantro, & fresh onions” and the price increased from $25 to $30 Chicken Enchiladas ADDED: Chicken Tinga Enchiladas — Rolled in home-made corn tortillas, salsa verde, Oaxaca and Chihuahua cheese, topped with sour cream, Cotija cheese, and crispy onions served with sweet plantains for $30 ADDED: Birra Lamb Enchiladas — Rolled in home-made corn tortillas, salsa verde, Oaxaca and Chihuahua cheese, topped with sour cream, Cotija cheese, and crispy onions served with sweet plantains for $28 ADDED: Chille Relleno — Plant-based chorizo, rice, and black beans with roasted tomato salsa roja for $30 ADDED: Chicken Mole — Roasted Airline Chicken, Oaxaca mole, roasted tricolor cauliflower and sauteed broccolini for $32 ADDED: Ossobuco Al Pastor — Sous vide Pork Ossobucu Al Pastor, served with chipotle sweet potatoes, sauteed broccolini, topped with pineapple chutney for $38 ADDED: Fresh Catch — Topped with cilantro crema, roasted marble potatoes, blistered heirloom baby tomatoes, and sauteed broccolini for Market Price Inside Maya Grill Side dishes have also been updated: Chipotle Brussels Sprouts is now just Brussels Sprouts REMOVED: Roasted Poblano Potatoes Gratin, Spicy Chili Cheese Fries, Esquites, Plantain Rice, and Seasoned French Fries ADDED: Cilantro Rice, Sauteed Broccolini, Marble Potatoes, Sweet Chipotle Mash, Refried Beans, and Tri-Color Cauliflower Roasted Poblano Potatoes Gratin The change that shocked us the most happened with the Desserts Section of the menu. The Fried Baby Churros have been removed from the menu. Y’all, we LOVED these churros. Fried Baby Churros Instead, you can now order Fried Churro Ice Cream, made with vanilla ice cream coated in churro crunch, resting on a bed of Oreo cookie crumbles, drizzled with chocolate syrup for $12. The rest of the dessert menu also got a major overhaul: REMOVED: Mango or Strawberry Sorbet, Fried Baby Churros, Impossible Cake ADDED: Fried Churro Ice Cream — Vanilla ice cream coated in churro crunch, resting on a bed of Oreo cookie crumbles, drizzled with chocolate syrup for $12 ADDED: Pastel de Tres-Leche — Home-made Sweet Sponge Cake soaked with three different milks, topped with merengue for $14 ADDED: Mexican Mocha Lava Cake — Gooey Abuelita Chocolate Cake, Dulce de Leche ice cream, sprinkled with powdered sugar and cinnamon for $14 ADDED: Café de Olla — Mexican coffee expertly blended with Abuelita chocolate, complemented by subtle hints of orange and cinnamon for $16. Add Magdalla Orange Liquor for $9 or add Disaronno Amaretto for $12 Oh, Fried Baby Churros, we will miss you Some wine choices have also changed: REMOVED: Vina Maipo Chardonnay, Benvolio Pinot Grigio, Vina Maipo Merlot, Raymond R Cabernet Sauvignon, and Zolo Malbec ADDED: Eos Chardonnay for $10 per glass and $40 per bottle ADDED: Ecco Domani Pinot Grigio for $10 per glass and $40 per bottle ADDED: Eos Merlot for $10 per glass and $45 per bottle ADDED: Nieto Malbec for $15 per glass and $53 per bottle ADDED: Mexican Sangria for $14 The Tequila menu also saw some updates: Tequila Blanco description changed from “Casa Noble Blanco • 11 | Patron Blanco • 15 | Ambhar Blanco • 12 | Volcan Blanco • 12 | Casamigos Blanco • 15 | Casa Dragones Blanco • 17” to “Casa Noble Blanco • $15 | Patron Blanco • $16.50 | Casamigos Blanco • $16 | Casa Dragones Blanco • $18” Tequila Resposado description changed from “Milagro Reposado • 13 | Maestro Dobel Reposado • 11 | Casa Noble Reposado • 14 | Clase Azul Reposado • 27” to “Milagro Reposado • $13 | Maestro Dobel Reposado • $15 | Herradura Reposado • $18 | Clase Azul Reposado • $32” Tequila Añejo description changed from “Ambhar Añejo 15 | Casa Noble Añejo 16 | Avion Añejo 17” to “Ambhar Añejo $17 | Casa Noble Añejo $18 | Avion Añejo $30” La Clasica Margarita So if you’re headed to Maya Grill soon, just know that a lot of things have changed. Disney dining changes are a lot to keep up with! We’ve done all the research for you in writing our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! The 2023 DFB Guide to Dining in Disney World We’ve got details on EVERY dining location at Walt Disney World inside our eBook – and it’s easy to download to your tablet or smartphone to take with you on your next trip. Use our discount code for DFB readers – WDW2023 – for 25% off! 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! 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If you love ‘Ohana noodles like we love ‘Ohana noodles … ‘OHANA NOODLES! Then you’re going to NEED our new shirt! Here at Disney Food Blog, we love to brainstorm fun t-shirt ideas for our readers! We’re constantly taking stock of what you’re enjoying at Disney World and bringing you designs to fit your fandom. We’ve recently introduced shirts that pay tribute to Happily Ever After, Tiana, and Splash Mountain. And we’ve just added our latest design … this tribute to Disney World, but mostly to ‘Ohana noodles! ‘Ohana Means Noodles That rooster is great with chopsticks! Grab your ‘Ohana Means Noodles sweatshirt here! If you’re looking for short sleeves, we’ve got you covered! Love this t-shirt! Buy the ‘Ohana Means Noodles t-shirt! Or get summer ready with the ‘Ohana Means Noodles tank top! NOODLES! Order the ‘Ohana Means Noodles Tank Top! While you’re browsing our DFB Store, be sure to check out our Dole Whip merch, too! We Dole Whip! Shop the DFB Store! And keep following Disney Food Blog for MORE fun merch for Disney lovers, and the latest Disney news! Amazon Travel Finds We Never Knew Existed 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 t-shirt design would you like us to work on next? Tell us in the comments! The post Love 'Ohana Noodles? The Perfect Disney Shirt For You Just Dropped first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There has been so much to celebrate at Disney World lately! Hey Donald! We were in the parks on May 4th to celebrate Star Wars Day at Hollywood Studios. Disney recently announced over 30 new treats that are coming for Mother’s Day. Today, on May 5th, not only does Guardians of the Galaxy: Volume 3 release in theaters, but there are also some special Disney snacks at EPCOT today celebrating the movie. And there’s something else to celebrate today too… Of course, it is also Cinco de Mayo and there is one Disney Springs restaurant that is celebrating with a sweet treat. At Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew, available TODAY, they are featuring their Cinco de Oh-My-O Donut. This is a flaky croissant dough with cinnamon sugar, buttercream, Heath Bar bits, caramel, chocolate icing, and a churro. If it looks familiar, that’s because it is the same specialty donut as last year, which we reviewed. 2022 Cinco de Oh-My-O Donut It basically tastes like what would happen if a churro was a cronut! The soft buttercream on top, when mixed with the crunchy candy, added some great contrasting texture. Flakiness galore It’s an over-the-top treat in both size and sweetness, so it’s great if you’re looking for a filling dessert or something to split with a friend. Read Our Full Review Here! If you’re a fan of sweets, you might want to head to Everglazed to check out this donut. It is a limited offering so hurry. For more Disney food, be sure to follow us at DFB. This Disney Restaurant is the Perfect Place to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo! 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! Where would you eat at Disney World for Cinco de Mayo? Let us know in the comments. The post RUN to Disney Springs TODAY for an Over-the-Top Treat! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Artificial Intelligence seems to be making headlines every day. I recently asked chatGPT about why Disney got rid of FastPass, and got some pretty accurate answers. The sky was a paid actor in this shot. So today, I’m back with another chatGPT challenge. This time, we’re asking about the future of Disney World. Now keep in mind here that this chatbot can’t really predict the future. It is basically a fancy predictive text tool. We also need to keep in mind that chatGPT’s knowledge cutoff is 2021, so some of the information below is outdated. With those caveats, let’s dive in! EPCOT I asked chatGPT: Please give me five possible changes to Disney World in the next decade. Sure! Here are five possible changes to Disney World in the next decade: Integration of Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technologies: Disney may incorporate AR and VR technology to enhance visitors’ experience. This could include the use of AR headsets to provide an interactive guide to the park or VR headsets to immerse visitors in virtual Disney World experiences. Expansion of Star Wars and Marvel attractions: With the success of the Star Wars and Marvel franchises, Disney may continue to expand its offerings in these areas. This could include new attractions, restaurants, and merchandise focused on these popular brands. Increased use of renewable energy: Disney has made significant progress in its efforts to reduce its carbon footprint, and this trend is likely to continue. Disney World may incorporate more renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels. More personalized experiences: Disney may continue to invest in technology that allows for more personalized experiences. This could include personalized recommendations for attractions and dining options based on visitors’ preferences or the use of facial recognition technology to streamline the check-in process. Integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI): Disney may use AI to improve park operations and enhance the visitor experience. This could include the use of AI-powered chatbots to provide quick answers to visitor questions or the use of AI to optimize ride wait times and reduce congestion in the park. New Tomorrowland sign in Disney World Would you expect prices at Disney World to rise? How could Disney World increase per capita expenditures at the resort? It’s likely that prices at Disney World will continue to rise in the future. Disney is constantly investing in new attractions, technology, and experiences to keep visitors coming back, and these investments come at a cost. Additionally, inflation and rising labor costs can also contribute to higher prices. However, Disney typically tries to balance its desire for profitability with the need to keep its offerings affordable for visitors. One way that Disney World could increase per capita expenditures at the resort is by offering more premium experiences. For example, they could introduce exclusive, high-end restaurants or VIP packages that provide personalized tours or access to behind-the-scenes areas of the park. They could also offer more upscale accommodations or special events that are only available to a limited number of guests. By creating these premium experiences, Disney could cater to visitors who are willing to pay more for a unique and exclusive experience. Another way to increase per capita expenditures is through the use of technology. For example, Disney could introduce mobile apps that allow visitors to purchase additional experiences or merchandise during their visit. They could also use data analytics to offer personalized recommendations for additional attractions, dining options, or merchandise that visitors may be interested in. This would create additional opportunities for visitors to spend money during their visit to the park. TRON Lightcycle / Run How might Disney World manage capacity and crowd level in its theme parks? Disney World has implemented several strategies to manage capacity and crowd levels in its theme parks, especially during peak seasons. Here are some of the ways they could continue to manage capacity and crowds in the future: Reservation System: Disney World has implemented a reservation system for its parks, allowing guests to reserve a spot for a specific day. This helps Disney control the number of guests in the parks and ensures that visitors have a positive experience without overcrowding. Dynamic Pricing: Disney World has implemented a dynamic pricing system, where prices for park tickets vary depending on the time of year. By charging higher prices during peak seasons, Disney can encourage visitors to visit during less busy times, thus reducing crowds during peak times. Virtual Queues: Disney World has started implementing virtual queues for popular attractions, where visitors can reserve a spot in line without physically waiting in line. This allows visitors to enjoy other areas of the park without worrying about waiting in long lines, reducing overall congestion. Mobile Ordering: Disney World has implemented mobile ordering for food and beverage purchases. This allows visitors to order food and drinks from their smartphones and pick them up at designated locations, reducing lines at traditional food service locations. Improved Technology: Disney World has invested in technology to help manage crowds, such as ride wait time displays and real-time crowd tracking systems. By using data analytics and crowd modeling, Disney can better predict peak crowd times and adjust staffing and resources accordingly. Overall, Disney World will likely continue to explore innovative ways to manage capacity and crowd levels in its parks. By using technology and advanced planning strategies, Disney can ensure a positive experience for visitors while still maintaining a profitable business model. Mobile Order Sign How might Disney use AI at Disney World in the future? Disney has already started using artificial intelligence (AI) in some areas of Disney World, such as the My Disney Experience app, which uses AI to provide personalized recommendations to visitors based on their interests and past behavior. In the future, Disney could explore several other ways to use AI in its theme parks. Here are a few examples: Intelligent Chatbots: Disney could implement AI-powered chatbots to provide real-time answers to visitor questions, helping guests to navigate the park more efficiently. These chatbots could also be used to provide recommendations for attractions, dining options, and merchandise based on visitor preferences. Predictive Maintenance: Disney could use AI to predict when rides and attractions require maintenance or repairs, reducing downtime and improving overall guest experience. By using machine learning algorithms to analyze data from sensors and other sources, Disney could identify potential problems before they become critical issues. Personalized Experiences: Disney could use AI to create even more personalized experiences for visitors. For example, facial recognition technology could be used to identify visitors as they enter the park, allowing Disney to tailor their experience based on their preferences and past behavior. Queue Management: Disney could use AI to optimize ride wait times and reduce congestion in the park. By analyzing data from sensors and other sources, Disney could predict crowd patterns and adjust ride capacity accordingly, reducing wait times and improving the overall guest experience. Enhanced Security: Disney could use AI to enhance security in the park, by analyzing video footage and identifying potential security threats. This could include facial recognition technology to identify known offenders or suspicious behavior, as well as predictive analytics to identify potential security risks before they occur. Overall, Disney has the opportunity to use AI in many innovative ways to improve the guest experience and increase operational efficiency at its theme parks. Hi, Chewie! You mentioned Star Wars and Marvel characters playing a bigger role at Disney World. Could you explain some specific attractions or opportunities Disney has to add more Star Wars or Marvel content to its theme parks and hotels? Sure! Here are some examples of how Disney could incorporate more Star Wars and Marvel content into its theme parks and hotels: Star Wars Hotel: Disney is currently building a Star Wars-themed hotel called the Galactic Starcruiser. The hotel will be designed to look like a spaceship, and guests will be fully immersed in a Star Wars-themed experience, including interactive activities and character interactions. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge: Disney has already opened a Star Wars-themed land at Disney World called Galaxy’s Edge. The land features two major attractions, including Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, as well as themed restaurants and shops. Marvel Land: Disney has announced plans to create a Marvel-themed land at Disney California Adventure and Disneyland Paris. The land will feature several new attractions and experiences, including a Spider-Man ride and an Avengers-themed attraction. Marvel Hotels: Disney could create Marvel-themed hotels, similar to the Star Wars hotel. These hotels could feature themed rooms, restaurants, and activities based on Marvel characters and storylines. Interactive Experiences: Disney could create interactive experiences that allow guests to interact with their favorite Star Wars and Marvel characters. For example, guests could participate in a Jedi training academy or take part in a Marvel-themed adventure. Character Meet-and-Greets: Disney could create more opportunities for guests to meet their favorite Star Wars and Marvel characters, such as scheduled meet-and-greets or roaming characters throughout the park. These are just a few examples of how Disney could incorporate more Star Wars and Marvel content into its theme parks and hotels. As the popularity of these franchises continues to grow, Disney will likely continue to invest in new attractions and experiences to keep visitors coming back. Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure How could Disney World use technology to help alleviate labor shortages? Disney World could leverage technology in several ways to help alleviate labor shortages. Here are a few examples: Robotics: Disney could use robots to perform tasks that are currently performed by human workers, such as cleaning, maintenance, and food service. Robotic technology has advanced significantly in recent years, and robots could be programmed to perform tasks quickly and efficiently, freeing up human workers for more specialized tasks. Virtual Assistants: Disney could use virtual assistant technology, such as chatbots, to help guests navigate the park and answer questions. This would reduce the need for human customer service representatives, who could be reassigned to other roles where their expertise is needed. Self-Service Kiosks: Disney could implement self-service kiosks at restaurants and other venues throughout the park, allowing guests to place orders and make reservations without the need for a human worker. This would reduce wait times and free up workers to focus on other tasks. Wearable Technology: Disney could provide workers with wearable technology, such as smartwatches, that would allow them to communicate with each other and receive real-time updates on tasks and assignments. This would help to streamline communication and improve efficiency. Mobile Apps: Disney could use mobile apps to manage scheduling and shift assignments for workers. This would reduce the administrative burden of scheduling and allow managers to quickly adjust staffing levels based on demand. Overall, technology has the potential to help Disney World manage labor shortages and improve operational efficiency. By leveraging automation and other advanced technologies, Disney can continue to provide a high-quality guest experience while also managing labor costs and improving productivity. Tree of Life Could Disney World add additional theme parks or resorts in the next 10 years? It’s certainly possible that Disney World could add additional theme parks or resorts in the next 10 years. While Disney has not announced any specific plans for new parks or resorts at Disney World, the company has a history of expanding and investing in its theme park offerings. Here are a few factors that could drive Disney to consider building new parks or resorts at Disney World in the future: Demand: Disney World is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, and demand for theme park experiences is expected to continue growing in the coming years. To meet this demand and maintain its position as a top tourist destination, Disney may consider building new parks or resorts. Competition: Disney World faces competition from other major theme parks and entertainment destinations, such as Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld Orlando. To stay ahead of the competition and attract visitors, Disney may need to continue investing in new attractions and experiences. IP Opportunities: Disney owns a vast library of intellectual property, including popular franchises such as Star Wars, Marvel, and Pixar. The company may choose to leverage these franchises to create new themed lands or parks at Disney World. Economic Growth: The economy is expected to continue growing in the coming years, and this growth could drive increased demand for leisure and entertainment activities. To capitalize on this growth, Disney may consider investing in new parks or resorts. Overall, while there are no concrete plans for new parks or resorts at Disney World, it’s certainly possible that the company could invest in new attractions in the future to meet growing demand and stay ahead of the competition. Look at these cuties! What are the top 3 things that could affect the guest experience at Disney World in the coming years? Here are three factors that could significantly affect the guest experience at Disney World in the coming years: Crowd Management: Crowd levels at Disney World can have a significant impact on the guest experience, with long lines and wait times detracting from the overall enjoyment of the park. To manage crowds, Disney World may need to continue investing in new technologies and strategies, such as AI-powered crowd monitoring, virtual queuing systems, and mobile ordering, to help guests navigate the park more efficiently and reduce wait times. COVID-19 Pandemic: The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the theme park industry, with many parks facing reduced capacity and operational changes to maintain social distancing and other safety measures. The continued spread of the virus and the emergence of new variants could continue to impact guest experiences at Disney World, with the potential for capacity restrictions, mask mandates, and other safety measures to remain in place for some time. Technological Innovation: Technological innovation can have a significant impact on the guest experience at Disney World, with new technologies such as virtual reality, augmented reality, and AI-powered chatbots offering new ways to enhance the park experience. Disney World may need to continue investing in new technologies to stay ahead of the curve and provide guests with innovative and engaging experiences that meet changing expectations. Overall, managing crowd levels, addressing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and investing in technological innovation are three key factors that could have a significant impact on the guest experience at Disney World in the coming years. Tower of Terror And there you have it — the future of Disney World according to chatGPT! There’s nothing groundbreaking here, and — as noted — some projects like the Galactic Starcruiser are already a reality, but this is a good summation of some of what Disney is working on. Keep following DFB for the latest Disney news! I Asked an AI Chatbot Why Disney World Got Rid of FastPass. Here’s What It Said. 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. 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Thinking about planning a summer trip to Disney World? Big Thunder Mountain Railroad We don’t blame you — the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival is well underway, a new ride has opened in Magic Kingdom, and even more new attractions will be here before we know it. If you’ve got the hankering for some Disney magic, we’ve got good news — new nonstop routes have just been added for Orlando International Airport! Get ready to head to Disney World, because two new nonstop routes to Orlando International Airport (MCO) were just added on Frontier! First up are daily, nonstop flights to and from San Francisco, California. ©Frontier Airlines Service starts on May 10th, and get this — introductory fares start at just $59!! Yeah, that’s a cross-country flight for less than $60 (before those pesky fees, of course). To get this rate, you must purchase by 11:59PM EST on May 9th. The fares are valid for nonstop travel through June 28th, 2023. ©Frontier Airlines In addition to San Francisco, Frontier has also added nonstop flights from Ponce, Puerto Rico beginning on May 4th. And, don’t forget that you can get a summer flight pass from Frontier for UNLIMITED flights right now. Read more here! We’re always keeping an eye out for the latest travel tips, news, and more that might help you on your trip to Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for more. If you want to do some planning before your flight (or even on the plane!), check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining. We’ve compiled all of our BEST tips and tricks from years of Disney World travel into one eBook that you can download to your tablet or smartphone and take with you! We’re offering our readers 25% off with code WDW2023. 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 Do you fly to Disney World? Tell us in the comments. The post 2 NEW Nonstop Frontier Routes Added for Orlando International Airport first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Alright, Star Wars fans — your time has finally come! May the Fourth be with you. That’s right, it’s officially Star Wars Day, and you know we’re celebrating in Disney World! May the 4th merchandise display Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios is where it’s at, but you’ll find all sorts of celebrations happening around the parks. We’ll be eating our way around all the exclusive treats, but there’s also a ton of new merch to see too — let’s check it out! We’re just going to preface this by saying this isn’t ALL the new Star Wars merchandise we’ve seen, but if we included it all, you’d be here reading this for DAYS. But if you do want to get your hands on any of the new merchandise, you’ll want to head to Disney World FAST. But, keep in mind that there is a virtual queue for some of this merchandise while it’s still available… ©Disney …and we saw quite the line of folks waiting to get in. WHOA! Luckily, you can also get a ton of new Star Wars merchandise online! Apparel Okay, so the theme this year seems to be all about the Cantina, because we spotted SEVERAL Cantina items, like this Cantina Tee for $34.99 with the May the 4th logo on the front… Front of tee …and Cantina drinks on the back. Cantina drinks But there’s ANOTHER Cantina T-Shirt, too, which also has the May the 4th logo on the front… Smaller May the 4th logo on this one …and the Cantina with one of its aliens on the back. This shirt is also $34.99. Cool graphic on the back You can even get a Cantina Hoodie for $54.99. Here’s the front… May the 4th logo …and here’s the back. More cantina drinks There’s also a May the 4th Shirt For Kids available for $26.99. Kid’s shirt A May the 4th Hat is here, too -it’s $29.99. Hat Pins Okay, for you pin collectors, there’s a special May the 4th 2023 Pin for $17.99. 2023 Pin There’s also a Jumbo Pin for $54.99 Jumbo pin with Cantina characters Home Goods Grab a Cantina Tumbler for $27.99. Stay hydrated with a Cantina tumbler Other This one is for you Star Wars Jedi fans: You can now get the Cal Kestis Limited Edition Lightsaber for $400. Cal Kestis’ lightsaber You can also get a Lightsaber Connector (to connect two lightsabers for a double blade) for $24.99. Lightsaber connector Finally, how cool is this Sith Wayfinder? For $49.99, you get a wayfinder that lights up with a crystal that’s inside it — but you don’t know what crystal you’re getting, so you could either get the Emperor’s voice or Darth Vader’s voice when it lights up, depending on the crystal. Sith wayfinder If you’re looking for some new and exclusive Star Wars merchandise, Disney World is definitely the place to be! We’ll be on the hunt for more updates from May the Fourth in the parks, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest! Star Wars Hotel -- Galactic Starcruiser News and Information Check Out Our COMPLETE GUIDE to the Star Wars Hotel We’re Breaking the MYTHS from Inside the Star Wars Hotel Rooms What to Get (or AVOID) for Breakfast at the Star Wars Hotel We Ate EVERYTHING for Lunch at the Star Wars Hotel See Our FULL Review of the Entire Dinner on Night 1 of the Star Wars Hotel Yes, Dinner on Night 2 at the Star Wars Hotel is Different. See Our Full Review Is the Captain’s Table Worth the Extra Cost? See How the Fireworks at the Star Wars Hotel Will (and Won’t) Surprise You Get Our Full Thoughts on the BLUE SHRIMP See What Snacks Look Like in Space Some of the Best Food in the Star Wars Hotel is Hiding! Get a Look at the Exclusive Star Wars Hotel Merchandise Learn About What’s Included When You Leave the Star Wars Hotel for Hollywood Studios Take a Look at the Pricing for the Star Wars Hotel Watch Our DFB Video About Our Experience at the Star Wars Hotel Click HERE to See More About Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe How are you celebrating Star Wars Day? Tell us in the comments. The post This Is Not A Drill! NEW Exclusive Merchandise Is in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Walt Disney World veterans might be wondering — what happened to FastPass? And was it really as wonderful as we all remember it? Now that we’ve been using Disney Genie+, let’s look back at some FastPass history. The FastPass lines are now called Lightning Lanes Certainly, your park morning might look different now. Once upon a time, many of us would get up early in order to be at our first park of the day before rope drop. Then, the fastest family member was tasked with walking very quickly (and yes, there might have been some running!) to pick up FastPasses for the attraction that typically boasted the largest wait times throughout the day. Paper FastPass tickets were used all around the world, including at Tokyo Disney Resort You would need each family member’s ticket media (Keys to the Kingdom card or park ticket) and each would need to be inserted one at a time into the FastPass kiosk. Your reward: paper FastPasses — a skip-the-line, timed-ticket system for Disney attractions. Fastpass Distribution Area for Tower of Terror If you ever did this for Magic Kingdom’s mountains (Space Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain, or Splash Mountain), EPCOT’s Soarin’ or Test Track, Animal Kingdom’s Everest, or Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ Rock ‘n Roller Coaster, Tower of Terror, or Toy Story Midway Mania, you know what we’re talking about. Big Thunder Mountain Next, we mastered our touring plans with the debut of the FastPass+ system. And we liked it. We no longer had to be rope drop warriors! EPCOT rope drop in the summer of 2021 And then… poof! Just as we had our touring plans perfected, Disney changed things up. Let’s quickly examine the history of this transition from paper FastPasses to the current Disney Genie+ system. History of FastPass to Disney Genie+ 1999: Paper FastPasses are launched. August 2, 2012: My Disney Experience app is introduced. December 2013 – January 2014: Transition to FastPass+. July 2017: Disneyland Resort Max Pass was the trailblazer for the paid FastPass concept. 2019: The Disney Genie service was initially announced at the D23 EXPO, boasting customized itineraries and real-time tips. March 16, 2020: Disney World closes due to the pandemic. July 11, 2020: Disney World begins a phased reopening of the theme parks. Park capacity is limited; thus, crowds are low. Disney uses this opportunity to shift the guest experience upon park reopening. First, FastPass+ is discontinued, and only standby lines are available. August 2021: Disneyland Paris was the next to initiate paid FastPass after park reopening. October 19, 2021: Walt Disney World rolled out new Genie+ and Individual Attraction Selections. Genie+ The transition from paper FastPasses (Legacy FastPasses) to FastPass+ coincided with the introduction of the MyDisney Experience app. This meant guests no longer had to run for FastPasses, but were able to reserve up to 60 days in advance (if staying on property). All others could reserve up to 30 days ahead. Selecting attraction FastPasses With FastPass+, Disney World visitors were only allowed to make a reservation for the same ride once per day. If you wanted to ride your favorite attraction again, you had to get in the standby or single rider line. This was a disappointment to guests visiting the parks to ride certain attractions. Space Mountain Thrill-seekers were dismayed by only getting one reservation per day for their favorite rides. Space Mountain, we’re looking at you! An overview: Legacy FastPass was relatively fair, it was free, and you did not have to plan weeks in advance. However, you were not able to choose attraction return times and if you park hopped, all FastPasses for the day could be gone when you got to the second park. With FastPass+ guests were restricted due to attraction tiers within the parks, and reservation parameters for resort and non-resort guests. While it took away the spontaneity of your day because you had to book attractions weeks in advance, you also could plan your touring day ahead of time and didn’t need to be in the park to do so. If you weren’t a morning person, you could still plan a wonderful park day. Disney Genie+ is a paid service and can get quite expensive, especially with surge pricing. To utilize this service, you must wake up early. Also, it takes some to learn how to make the most of the system. Many guests dislike that there is no option to preplan. You can do so much with the My Disney Experience app! Disney Genie, Genie Plus, and Lightning Lanes: Here’s EVERYTHING You Need to Know! Why Did Disney Get Rid of FastPass+? So, we’re still left wondering… why did Disney get rid of FastPass+? The company has stated that it was to improve the guest experience through managing overall park attendance and specifically lines at attractions, which looking at our above analysis is slightly misleading. It seems as if increased revenue may have been a more important factor. Has it really improved guest experience? It depends on who you ask! That’s our look at Why Disney Got Rid of the FastPass System! Keep following DFB for the latest Disney news! Planning a Trip to Disney World? We’ve Got Everything You Need to Know The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Disney World Vacation A Month-by-Month Guide to Planning Your Disney World Trip Tips, Hints, Lists, and Videos for Planning the BEST Disney World Trip How Many Days Do You Really Need in Disney World? 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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. It comes as a surprise to probably no one that some of the BEST Disney merchandise can be found online at Amazon. Come on, you can find just about anything on Amazon. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge It seems like we’re finding new and interesting Disney merchandise on Amazon all the time, and today is no different! It seems that Amazon is celebrating a special holiday with Disney fans today. In honor May the 4th, or Star Wars Day, Amazon has highlighted a LOT of Star Wars merchandise. From toys to artwork to clothing, Amazon has a Star Wars merchandise roundup with it ALL. There’s so much of it that it was hard to choose our favorites, but we managed to select a few to show you guys. Alright, who’s ready to shop for some Star Wars merch? Let’s go! First up, you can grab this Grogu Cooler Tote. ©Amazon This cooler is functional enough that you can carry it nearly anywhere, and it’s pretty big too. Click here to purchase the Grogu Cooler Tote Looking for a new watch? This Citizen Watch looks Like C3-PO! ©Amazon This watch could make a great gift to a Star Wars fan. Click here to purchase the C3-PO Citizen Watch Next, you can grab this Chewbacca Tumbler. Chewbacca Tumbler ©Amazon It comes with a straw, and there are other character options available as well. Click here to purchase the Chewbacca Tumbler Last but not least, check out this Amazon Echo Dot Stand that looks like a Storm Trooper Helmet! ©Amazon This stand works with 4th and 5th Generation Echo Dot devices. Click here to purchase the Storm Trooper Amazon Echo Dot Stand What do you think? Will you be purchasing any of these Star Wars souvenirs from Amazon? We’ll continue to keep you updated with any and all Disney news, so make sure to follow along for more! Click here to check out other Star Wars merchandise we’ve seen online! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which of these Star Wars items is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post This Amazon Star Wars Merchandise Is The Perfect Excuse To Treat Yourself first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy May 4th, Star Wars fans! For the uninitiated, May the Fourth is a BIG deal in both Disney World and Disneyland (and probably a galaxy far, far away, too!). Between all the specialty merchandise and galactic treats made just for Star Wars Day, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the occasion in the parks and resorts. It’s a BIG day for ‘Star Wars’ fans! We’ve been leading up to the big day with lots of fun Star Wars news — there’s a big discount on the Galactic Starcruiser Hotel for Disney Visa Cardholders and it’s been confirmed that Carrie Fisher will be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. But now Star Wars Day is here, which means there are TONS of snacks you need to know about, and we’re here to give you the rundown on the new and returning treats! Disneyland Resort Grogu. You know him, you (probably) love him, and now you can SIP out of him! You can find the new Baby Yoda Sipper at a few different places in Disneyland, including the Galactic Grill and several snack carts in Tomorrowland. Cuteness overload This sipper is $29.79 and includes your choice of fountain beverage at the time of purchase. We found plenty of these cuties at one of the outdoor snack stands in Tomorrowland. Avert your eyes! He’s headless!! Now, let’s get to the FOOD! Over in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, you can try the Temple Rootleaf and Moss Salad with Seasoned Gwayo Egg at Docking Bay 7 for $15.49. It’s so colorful! At first glance, there’s a lot happening here! Specifically, this is made with sweet-savory salad greens, brined vegetables, roasted mushrooms, fried potato noodles, and a soy-marinated soft-boiled egg. You have to be a somewhat adventurous eater to appreciate this one. The portion is a pretty good size, too! We ended up LOVING the sweet and savory greens and vegetables. Each bite came with a refreshing crunch, thanks to the fresh, quality ingredients. Everything had a sweet sort-of soy sauce-like flavor, though admittedly, the fried potato noodles didn’t have much of a strong taste. The mushrooms were flavorful and perfectly cooked; not too soft, not too crunchy. Our egg was soft and chewy with that same soy sauce flavor. Some bites of the salad also had a little kick, so watch out if you don’t like spice. Look! It IS possible to eat healthy on vacation! This was a VERY filling meal. If you’re looking for a sweet and savory (and also healthy) meal, give this a try! For those that prefer a more traditional salad, you can probably skip this one. Click here to see a FULL list of Star Wars Day Treats Next up, we headed to Kat Saka’s Kettle to grab the Niamos Popcorn Mix for $6.99. Popcorn time! This isn’t any old butter popcorn; it’s a savory sour cream and chive popcorn with furikake. For those wondering, the Food Network explains that furikake is a “savory Japanese seasoning blend that typically contains dried fish (or other protein), sesame seeds, dried seaweed flakes, sugar, and soy sauce.” As an extra fun fact, furikake means “to sprinkle” in Japanese — how cute! If only you could smell through your screen… Truthfully, we didn’t really taste any sour cream or chive flavor. Instead, this tasted more like sweet and savory seasoned popcorn. The flavor didn’t knock our socks off, so don’t expect any flavor-blasted popcorn here. That said, we still enjoyed this slightly sweet, slightly salty snack (try saying that tongue-twister!). It’s a solid savory snack! If you want to try a unique popcorn, give this new snack a try! If you aren’t a fan of furikake or prefer sweet snacks, we suggest trying something else. Click here to see our review of ANOTHER Star Wars-themed popcorn Finally, the Tenoo Swirl Crunchies Cereal drink was calling our name! We got this new drink from the Milk Stand for $9.29. It’s made with blue milk and raspberry sauce and topped with strawberry and grape candy pebbles. They were GENEROUS with the syrup! This drink was very sweet. Imagine the classic sweet, fruity taste of blue milk, then multiply that sweetness by THREE thanks to the raspberry sauce and Nerds candy. Interestingly, despite those potentially wacky additions, we ended up liking this MORE than regular blue milk. The crunchy candy added some texture, and the sauce gave it a little boost of sweetness. Overall, this was a sweet and refreshing drink option, and the texture reminded us of an Icee. Space food sure is colorful, isn’t it?! If you love blue milk or want a sweet drink, this is the one for you! If you don’t like fruity or sweet flavors, move along, Jedi. Disney World On the other side of the country, you can sip your soda in style with the new Light Up! Acid Spitter Orb Sipper, sold at Ronto Roasters and Docking Bay 7 for $18.79. New sipper alert! From the outside, it might be a little hard to tell, but there’s a SURPRISE hidden inside that orb! Click here to learn more about the new Light Up! Acid Spitter Orb Sipper Docking Bay 7 is also home to a returning Star Wars Day treat called the Oi-Oi Puff. We’ve tried this treat in the past, but returning treats might not always taste the same the second time around. The Oi-Oi Puff At $7.44, this raspberry cream puff topped passion fruit mousse was delightful! From the fun decorative plating to the taste itself, we were NOT disappointed with this dessert. Taste-wise, this had a distinct raspberry flavor. The passion fruit topping added a great little tang to the overall treat. The raspberry taste could seem a bit tart if you’re not expecting any strong flavors, but we thought it was perfectly flavored. Isn’t it pretty? The raspberry filling is light and fluffy but thick enough to hold its own shape. Luckily, the filling wasn’t too messy or runny. If you typically enjoy passion fruit-flavored snacks, eclairs, or puff pastries, TRY THIS! If tart fruits aren’t your thing, you should probably order something else. That filling was SO good! Note that this dessert is only available on May 4th and May 5th. Click here to see our previous review of the Oi-Oi Puff Heading out of Galaxy’s Edge, you can grab the Dark Side Chocolate Creation for $5.99 at PizzeRizzo and the Trolley Car Cafe. This Dark Side-inspired treat is a malted milk chocolate mousse dome with raspberry mousse filling, slivered almonds, and chocolate shortbread cookie. We’ve tried this in the past, but we wanted to give it a fresh look this year! Now THIS is cool! This snack certainly is interesting to look at! The chocolate mouse is nice and fluffy, but what really sets this one apart from your average treat is the addition of that raspberry mousse filling. YUM! The chocolate shortbread cookie was crispy but still crumbled in your mouth, though we didn’t really taste that specific shortbread flavor. The almonds tasted fresh and added an extra hint of flavor. Would you join the Dark Side for this dessert? While that dark syrupy topping helped create that signature Darth Maul appearance, it didn’t have a lot of flavor. If you tend to enjoy chocolate and raspberry flavors, we say give this one a try! If you don’t like chocolate or raspberries (or don’t support the Dark Side), skip this treat. Note that this dessert is only available on May 4th and May 5th. What a unique treat! Want to participate in Star Wars Day WITHOUT a park ticket? Good news; there are two MORE snacks available in Disney Springs! You can find the Loyal Astromech Swirl at Swirls on the Water for $6.49. This treat will be available from May 4th through May 31st. You don’t have to go to Hollywood Studios for this one! Buckle up; this one is a little wacky! The Loyal Astromech Swirl is DOLE Whip Mango swirled with habanero soft-serve in a red velvet cone with toasted graham cracker crumbs, chocolate rocks, and a BB-8 edible garnish. Sweet AND spicy? Swirls on the Water really went for it, didn’t they? There are a LOT of artificial colors happening here When we said buckle up, we meant it. This treat is HUGE and has a very unique flavor. In fact, the spice might be a little too much to handle for some people. Basically, to describe our experience eating this, we found ourselves feeling the burn from the habanero soft-serve, then trying to cool off our mouth with a lick of the DOLE Whip Mango. It was a little intense! If you enjoy tropical desserts or don’t mind things with a spicy kick, you might just have found a new favorite treat. If you have a low spice tolerance or aren’t feeling particularly adventurous, don’t order this. Click here for a review of the Dole Whip Nachos Finally, you can snag the Queen Amidala Chocolate Piñata at The Ganachery for $35. It’s a dark chocolate piñata filled with dark and ruby chocolate bark with crisp raspberries — YUM! Queen Amidala Chocolate Piñata Most of these desserts will be available throughout the month of May, but be sure to check the menu before your visit! If you LOVE Disney snacks, stick around! We’ve got TONS of other food reviews for ya, but in the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more! Here are 5 MAJOR changes coming to Disney World in May! Want MORE Details About Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge? Click HERE for All the News About Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge — Including Our REVIEWS! See How to Build Your Own Droid at Droid Depot Dream of Building Your Own Custom Lightsaber? See How to Do It! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance! Get Full Details About Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run See More About Oga’s Cantina and Check Out Our Reviews! PHOTO TOUR: Dok-Ondar's Den of Antiquities Check Out Galaxy’s Edge Tips and SECRETS Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge news right in your inbox! Click Here to Subscribe! Which of these snacks is your favorite? Tell us below! The post RANKING 6 Exclusive Disney Snacks From BLEH to SLAM DUNK first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article