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When there’s a new menu at a Disney World restaurant, you can count on us to grab our wallets, pack our appetites, and prepare to dig into all the new things on the menu. Narcoossee’s After a lengthy refurbishment, Narcoossee’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort reopened on April 20th with a brand new ocean-inspired menu. While we tried SEVERAL delicious things on the menu, we did, of course, have some favorites! Everything at Narcoossee’s — from the atmosphere to the menu items — is inspired by the sea and coast. It was really hard to choose our favorite menu items because everything we tried was so unique yet delicious — and the coastal atmosphere of the restaurant only added to our experience. But, if we must choose… we’ll jump right into it. Narcoossee’s First, we definitely recommend the Ocean-Inspired Charcuterie Board for $28. It comes with Ahi Tuna Pastrami, Charred Octopus, and Lobster Sausage. Ocean-Inspired Charcuterie Board Not only is the presentation gorgeous, but it tastes just as good as it looks. The Ahi Tuna Pastrami was tender, had an amazing smoky flavor, and was served on a bed of pickled graps and radishes that added a sweetness to balance out the savory smoky flavor. Ahi Tuna Pastrami The Charred Octopus had an amazing char, was firm and fresh, and once again — the contrast between the Octopus and the sweetness of the beets and tangerines added a complexity that we loved. Charred Octopus The Lobster Sausage was unique, to say the least! It was fresh, tender, juicy, and surprisingly garlicky! It was served over a Harissa sauce and an onion compote that we loved. Lobster Sausage As for our favorite entree, the Plancha-seared Scallops and Parisian Gnocchi takes the cake. It’s $52 and served with English Peas, Tasso Ham, and Truffled Meyer Lemon Cream. Plancha-seared Scallops and Parisian Gnocchi The scallops were very simple, but still good and tender. We ordered them medium, but did end up wishing that we had ordered them medium rare so that they would have been more buttery. Overall, though, we have no complaints. Plancha-seared Scallops and Parisian Gnocchi The Parisian Gnocchi, on the other hand, was anything but simple. The gnocchi was nice and doughy without being chewy, and the Truffled Meyer Lemon Cream was delicious! It was very buttery and tasted slightly earthy from the mushrooms, which made for a complex and flavorful base. The freshness of the veggies was an added touch that allowed for some extra brightness to the meal. We’ve said it once and we’ll say it again: we could have made a meal out of just this — it was SO good. Plancha-Seared Scallops and Parisian Gnocchi And there you have it! Those are the two BEST things on the new Narcoossee’s menu. We’ll continue to update you with Disney food news and updates, so don’t forget to follow along for more. Oh, and click the link below to check out more food reviews at Disney World. Looking for more food reviews? Click here to check out our review of Roundup Rodeo Barbecue at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. 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! Have you tried Narcoossees’ new menu yet? Let us know in the comments! The post The Two BEST Things On the Menu at Narcoossee’s in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Don’t go to Disney World until you’ve seen what’s going to be CLOSED at the theme parks and hotels. You have to be on your toes to plan a trip to Disney World! Rides, attractions, restaurants, and other things have to close occasionally as Disney updates and refurbishes them. So that you’re prepared before your upcoming trip, check out everything that’s going to be closed in Disney World next week here! Magic Kingdom Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Splash Mountain closed on January 23rd for a long refurbishment. The ride is being re-themed to become Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, with a Princess and the Frog theme. A peek at the scaffolding The new ride will reopen sometime in late 2024. We’ll be watching for more updates on the reopening timeline. Recently, we noticed that the tree at the top of this ride has been removed as Disney continues construction on this major project. Working on the theming! If you miss Splash Mountain or want to celebrate the new ride, you should check out our DFB t-shirts! We have a Splash Mountain Farwell Tour shirt… DFB Exclusive! …and a Tiana tee as well! Check out our new Tiana-inspired merch! You can shop both tees (and lots of other Disney merch) at our online store. Click here to shop our DFB merchandise store. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster The popular Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster ride closed on February 21st for a long refurbishment. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster So far Disney hasn’t announced the date for when it will reopen, but we know it’ll be sometime in the summer of 2023. We’ll be watching for a specific reopening date. Right now, this coaster is going to be closed through late June at least, according to Disney’s refurbishment calendar. Voyage of the Little Mermaid This Little Mermaid-themed stage show has been closed in Disney’s Hollywood Studios for a long time now. Voyage of the Little Mermaid Disney hasn’t announced when or if the Voyage of the Little Mermaid will reopen. Check out a really cool SECRET at Hollywood Studios here. Disney’s Animal Kingdom The Boneyard The Boneyard play area in DinoLand U.S.A. is going to be closed for all of next week in Animal Kingdom. The Boneyard This spot will be closed for over a month as Disney refurbished it. It should reopen on June 13th. Click here to see the BEST desserts in Animal Kingdom for 2023. EPCOT Refreshment Station This snack stand (previously called Cool Wash) in EPCOT is still under construction and hidden behind some hedges. We can see inside from the Monorail, however, and it looks like Disney has added some furniture inside the dining area. What’s happening here? Disney hasn’t announced when it will open, but we’ll watch for any changes. Recently, we spotted some Cast Members working on this kisok. Don’t forget that the Flower & Garden Festival is going on in EPCOT right now as well! Click here to check out our NEW tees that are perfect for a trip to the festival. Get ready for Flower and Garden fest with these new shirts! You can choose from a variety of colors for our Flower & Garden tees. (If your trip is later in the year, Disney has announced the dates for the Food & Wine Festival as well!) Shop the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival tees here. Disney World Water Parks Blizzard Beach Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park has officially reopened, but now the other water park, Blizzard Beach, has closed for refurbishment. Olaf Pool! Be sure to check the My Disney Experience app for updates! The BEST Rides at Blizzard Beach, Ranked Looking for more resources to help you get ready for your upcoming trip? Check out these posts to learn all about Disney World’s rides: 10 Rides to AVOID in Disney World if You Struggle with Motion Sickness What It Takes to CHANGE a Disney World Ride 9 of the SCARIEST Rides in Disney World, According to YOU! A FULL LIST of the Thrill Rides in Disney World! The Ultimate Guide to the BEST and WORST Seats On EVERY Magic Kingdom Ride We’ll keep you updated with all the latest news, so stay tuned to DFB. Check out some bizarre things that make people MAD in Disney World. 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? How to Have the CHEAPEST Trip to Disney World 5 Simple Planning Tips You Need to Know About Before Your Next Disney World Trip The CHEAPEST Days to Visit Disney World in 2023 EVERYTHING You Need to Know Before Booking a 2023 Disney World Trip Learn About the Disney Park Pass System The Ultimate Disney World Packing List Everything You Need to Know About Genie+ Insider SECRETS for Your First Trip to Disney World A Complete Look at the Current Disney Discounts and Deals The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Are you visiting Disney World this week? Let us know in the comments! The post 5 Attractions Will Be CLOSED in Disney World Next Week, Including a Popular Hollywood Studios Ride first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s a special weekend in Disney World; we saw some sharp-dressed parkgoers out and about, and their looks did NOT disappoint! If you love to get dressed up, or just need an excuse to use that new lipstick you bought, Dapper Day in Disney World is the PERFECT event for you. Snow White Dapper Day Outfit | @marinagracee Dapper Day is an unofficial Disney holiday where guests dress up in their fanciest looks and visit the parks! According to the 2023 schedule, Dapper Day is taking place at the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival on Saturday, April 29th and on Sunday, April 30th in the Magic Kingdom! Ready to see some looks? Of course you are! We met several super sweet Dapper Day guests in EPCOT; check out these adorable outfits! Between that fabulous glittery bag and those adorable accessories, their style is on point. We’re LOVING these Dapper Day Outfits! | @sunsmyles @evenstarcosplay on Instagram As we made our way through the World Showcase, we met more Dapper Day participants! Between the umbrella, the sunglasses, and that Figment popcorn bucket, this outfit screams “imagination!” We hope she got the perfect photo in front of the Imagination Pavilion in EPCOT — this outfit deserves a whole photo shoot. We spy a Figment popcorn bucket! | @alex.in_wonderland on Instagram One of the best things about Dapper Day is seeing everyone’s unique take on the holiday. When we spoke with this park guest, she told us her retro dress was inspired by Edward Scissorhands — it’s a Micheline Pitt design! Look at that fabulous BAG! | @girl.no.life on Instagram Want to participate in the holiday but don’t know where to shop? Disney’s got you covered! We saw this Dapper Day pop-up shop in the Odyssey Pavilion in EPCOT, complete with dresses, bags, pins, and a top. In case you want to do a little shopping for the next Dapper Day! Of course, we also found some parasols for sale — they’re the ultimate Dapper Day accessory! These are beautiful, don’t you think? All our new Dapper Day friends looked AMAZING! We’re already excited about the next Dapper Day event; how about you? In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Something NEW Is Coming to EPCOT Next Week! 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. Have you ever attended a Dapper Day in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: The Famous Figment Popcorn Bucket is Now an ACCESSORY for Dapper Day in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It seems like those April showers are coming in full force to the Orlando area. Recently, the Orlando International Airport was forced to cancel and delay several flights due to severe weather, and now more bad weather is on the way. Bad weather in Disney World Between the large hail that we recently saw in Orlando and the damaging winds blowing through Florida, the weather is really acting up right now! According to local news reporters in the Orlando area, Central Florida is experiencing a severe thunderstorm warning. If you’re in the Central Florida area, stay safe and seek shelter. In the meantime, stay tuned for the latest Disney news. The Craziest Flooding We’ve Ever Seen in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: Severe Weather Warnings Issued for Disney World Area first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is constantly changing, but many of these changes become controversial according to fans. Genie+ Remember when the barges for Harmonious first appeared on the World Showcase Lagoon in EPCOT? A controversy. When Disney World discontinued Magical Express? Don’t even talk about it. And then there was Genie+ — Disney’s paid replacement for the free FastPass service. Now that Genie+ has been around for a while, we’ve mastered the skip-the-line service and we’re here to tell you when it’s worth it and when you should save your money. Even though the wait times have gone down significantly since spring break time, there are some times when you still could benefit from purchasing Genie+. Lightning Lane Genie+ is Disney’s skip-the-line system that allows you to book a time to use the Lightning Lane for an expedited wait time. This can be a huge time-saver in parks like Hollywood Studios where most rides have long wait times throughout the day. The price of Genie+ depends on the day since Disney introduced flexible pricing earlier this year, however, we’ve seen the price fluctuate all the way up to $35 per person per day. Genie+ on the My Disney Experience app To help you decide on Genie+, let’s take a look at the average wait times from the past week in all four Disney World parks! Magic Kingdom Starting in Magic Kingdom, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train had the longest average wait time of 72 minutes. Last week the average wait time was 75 minutes, so the time has continued to decrease Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Lightning Lane Next, Peter Pan’s Flight averaged 64 minutes, Space Mountain averaged 52 minutes, and Jungle Cruise averaged 45 minutes. After that, average wait times had Haunted Mansion at 37 minutes, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at 33 minutes, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin and Pirates of the Caribbean at 31 minutes, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh at 29 minutes, Astro Orbiter at 26 minutes, and Enchanted Tales with Belle averaged 24 minutes. Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin After that, “it’s a small world” averaged 19 minutes, Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid and Magic Carpets of Aladdin averaged 18 minutes, The Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini and Tomorrowland Speedway averaged 16 minutes, and Dumbo the Flying Elephant and Mickey’s PhilharMagic averaged 14 minutes. Barnstormer Next, Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover and Prince Charming Regal Carrousel averaged 10 minutes, and Mad Tea Party averaged 11 minutes. The Enchanted Tiki Room, Carousel of Progress, the Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse, and the Liberty Square Riverboat all averaged 5 minutes. Prince Charming Carrousel The Hall of Presidents, Country Bear Jamboree, and Tom Sawyer Island averaged no wait. The Ultimate Magic Kingdom Parade SECRET EPCOT Heading over to EPCOT, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure had a high average wait time of 60 minutes — this is a slight increase compared to last week’s average of 57 minutes. Frozen Ever After’s wait time also increased this week to 60 minutes making these two a tie for the highest average wait time in the park. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Next up is Test Track at 53 minutes, Soarin’ at 40 minutes, Mission: SPACE at 17 minutes, Turtle Talk with Crush at 15 minutes, and Spaceship Earth at 11 minutes. Test Track Then, there is Living with the Land at 9 minutes, The Seas with Nemo and Friends at 8 minutes, and Gran Fiesta Tour and Journey into Imagination at 7 minutes. Living with the Land Awesome Planet, Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival, Impressions de France, and Reflections of China had no wait times this week. PHOTO: See How Living With the Land CHANGED in EPCOT for Disney’s 100th Anniversary Hollywood Studios Now it’s time to talk about Hollywood Studios where Slinky Dog Dash took the top spot for the highest wait time in the park with 78 minutes this week (compared to last week’s 77-minute average). Rise of the Resistance took the second-place spot for the highest wait time in the park with 71 minutes. Just last week, the average wait time was 61 minutes, so the wait time went up a bit, but not enough to take the top spot in the park! Slinky Dog Dash Other wait times in the park include Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway and Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at 48 minutes, and Toy Story Mania and Tower of Terror at 47 minutes. Galaxy’s Edge After that, Alien Swirling Saucers averaged 27 minutes, Walt Disney Presents averaged 15 minutes, Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy averaged 12 minutes, and Muppet*Vision 3D and Star Tours – The Adventures Continue averaged 10 minutes. I Was Today Years Old When I Noticed This SECRET in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Animal Kingdom And last but not least, let’s talk about Animal Kingdom! Avatar Flight of Passage still had the longest average wait time this park this week with 81 minutes. This means the time went up from last week’s 70-minute average. Pandora Following that, Na’vi River Journey at 61 minutes, Kilimanjaro Safaris at 35 minutes, Kali River Rapids at 28 minutes, Expedition Everest at 26 minutes, and DINOSAUR at 22 minutes. Dinosaur It’s Tough to Be a Bug averaged 10 minutes and Triceratop Spin averaged 7 minutes. Both The Boneyard and Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail averaged no wait time. A Popular Animal Kingdom Attraction Will CLOSE for a LONG TIME in Disney World Even though Disney’s Animal Kingdom is home to the attraction with the highest wait time (Avatar Flight of Passage), we do NOT recommend buying Genie+ to most visitors at that park. Most of the other wait times are manageable and if you are spending a full day at Animal Kingdom, there is not a huge number of attractions meaning you have plenty of time to knock them all out. Keep this in mind when deciding where to spend your hard-earned money on Genie+! Crowds Stay tuned to DFB for more updates from Disney World! The 35 Best Tips for Anyone Going to Disney World in 2023 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? How to Have the CHEAPEST Trip to Disney World 5 Simple Planning Tips You Need to Know About Before Your Next Disney World Trip The CHEAPEST Days to Visit Disney World in 2023 EVERYTHING You Need to Know Before Booking a 2023 Disney World Trip Learn About the Disney Park Pass System The Ultimate Disney World Packing List Everything You Need to Know About Genie+ Insider SECRETS for Your First Trip to Disney World A Complete Look at the Current Disney Discounts and Deals The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Which rides do you have to ride on EVERY Disney World trip? Let us know in the comments! The post Why You SHOULDN'T Buy Genie+ at the Disney World Park With the Highest Wait Time first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park is more than a theme park; it is an example of our longstanding commitment to helping promote environmental conservation and protect wildlife and wild places around the world. It’s also a place where passionate scientists and educators – like conservation manager Dr. Zak – lead scientific programs to conserve biodiversity […]View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Crocs: they’re comfy, they’re trendy, and they have a HUGE fan club. If Crocs are your go-to waterproof shoes in Disney World, we’ve got some GREAT news for you. 50th Anniversary Classic Clogs Crocs From a list of all the Halloween Crocs you can currently grab to the latest Disney styles, we’ve got the scoop on all the best new Crocs for you. If you’ve been looking to save some money on Disney Crocs, you’ll want to hop online right NOW! Currently, you can save BIG on a few pairs of Disney Crocs available online! As a little preview, you can save some cash on both the Mickey & Co. Adult Crocs and the 50th Anniversary Grand Finale Adult Crocs. ©Disney First up, the 50th Anniversary Celebration may be over in Disney World, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still rock a pair of these EARidescent beauties! ©Disney These Crocs have all our favorite shiny Disney World icons! Click here to buy the 50th Anniversary Grand Finale Adult Crocs! Next, let’s take a closer look at the Mickey & Co. Crocs. These sporty shoes are perfect for Disney fans that are constantly on the go. Sport mode: activated. ©Disney The best part is that they come with some extra Jibbitz! Since these shoes have been marked down, this could be one of your last chances to grab these styles, so if you love them, buy them now! Buy the Mickey & Co. Adult Crocs here! Finally, you can also grab a colorful pair of Pixar Fuzzy Fun Clog Crocs at a discounted price. Pixar Fuzzy Fun Crocs These Crocs definitely give us a hit of nostalgia whenever we see them, so if these make you smile, snag them now! Grab the Pixar Fuzzy Fun Clog Crocs right here! There are other Disney items on sale as well (plus a few different pairs of Crocs), so if you want to see them all, we suggest hopping on shopDisney before they’re gone. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! See the newest Crocs we spotted in Disney World recently! 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. What’s your go-to shoe in the Disney parks? Tell us below! The post THREE Pairs of Disney Crocs Are On Sale NOW! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Planning a trip to Walt Disney World can be fun but also complicated — especially when you’re trying to choose between 25 resort hotels. If you’ve narrowed down your choices to these two resorts, how do you make your final selection? Disney’s Beach Club Well, we’re here to walk you through the similarities AND differences between Disney’s Old Key West Resort and Disney’s Beach Club Resort. Whether cost, room size, location, pools, and/or restaurants are most important to you, we share the information that you’ll need to make an informed decision. After all, we want you to stay at the hotel that is best for your traveling party! Let’s get started and look at all the details so that you can plan your Disney trip with confidence. Old Key West There’s no doubt that Disney vacations are expensive, and no one wants buyer’s remorse when it comes to what can usually be the most EXPENSIVE part of your Disney trip. We’ll dive deeper into the details of these resorts by breaking down our analysis into five categories: Common Ground Theme/Rooms Pools Food Transportation You might spot a wedding at the Beach Club It takes a lot of research to plan a Disney vacation, but we’re here to help. Common Ground Before we mention their differences, let’s take a look at what Old Key West and Beach Club have in common. First, both have a relaxed vibe with an overall coastal atmosphere featuring tropical decor and landscaping. So Tropical While Old Key West has layout that consists of a central lobby building with outer buildings housings the actual hotel rooms. Beach Club is centralized in one building. Cornhole at Old Key West But what about cost per night? For Old Key West, that means that for the cheapest room at the cheapest time to visit, you can expect to pay around $457 per night (not accounting for any tax or current discounts), and it goes up to $3,081 per night (not accounting for any tax or current discounts) for the most expensive rooms at the most expensive time to visit. For Beach Club Villas, that means that for the cheapest room at the cheapest time to visit, you can expect to pay around $534 per night (not accounting for any tax or current discounts), and it goes up to $2,401 per night (not accounting for any tax or current discounts) for the most expensive rooms at the most expensive time to visit. Extra Theme Park Hours Benefits for Disney World Resort Hotel Guests Theme/Rooms At Old Key West, the shimmering waterways lead to Disney Springs, while Beach Club is within walking distance to both EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Both resorts have bus transportation to Animal Kingdom and Magic Kingdom. Lounge at Old Key West! These large resorts boast beautiful landscaping, but they do have some differences! Old Key West As a Deluxe Villa Resort, this hotel offers many unique perks. Villas can be booked by Disney Vacation Club members or cash-paying guests, and because of the immense size of Old Key West, rooms are often available! Opened in October 1991, Old Key West features a relaxed, beach vibe (minus the ocean). Picture yourself vacationing at a Caribbean-style guest house in small neighborhood-type structures. Exteriors are painted in soft hues reminiscent of the Florida Keys. Guests return here year after year because of the laid-back atmosphere and large rooms. Old Key West Resort — Deluxe Studio Room. Yes, this resort offers generous square footage in each studio or villa. Studios are furnished with two queen beds and a kitchenette. Take note of that balcony! Two-bedroom villas sleep up to nine people. The one-to-three-bedroom villas have a full kitchen, as well as washer and dryer. Rooms were last renovated in 2019. Old Key West Resort Speaking of spacious accommodations, the 3 Bedroom Grand Villas at various Disney Vacation Club properties can sleep up to 12 people! These rooms typically come with 3 bedrooms, 3 (or more) bathrooms, a (very large) full-sized kitchen, living area, dining area, and a balcony. These rooms are available first for DVC members to book, so they’re pretty difficult to score and pricing is not readily available to the public (unless you call Disney to book for a specific date). If you’re looking for convenience, these amenities might make your trip a whole lot easier! Beach Club Not to be confused with its up-tight and snooty sister resort, the Yacht Club, the Beach Club is where you can relax, let your hair down, and wander through the lobby in bare feet with your bucket of collected seashells. Take a deep breath in… The Beach Club steers clear of those bold nautical colors and embraces pastels and the soft tones of the beach at sunset. Though we wouldn’t mind some more Disney touches, these rooms are soft, cozy, and embrace the beach cottage vibe of New England. Luckily, Disney heard our concerns and is planning to update and retheme the rooms to include some magical Disney references. Beds at Beach Club Until then, though, the Beach Club’s last renovatation and updated was back in 2016, for a more sophisticated appearance with simple features and softer coloring. These rooms don’t have the personality that you can find at the Contemporary and Polynesian. So, if you’re looking for a room with some “character,” the Beach Club may not be your jam. Room CHANGES Announced for Beach Club Resort in Disney World Results What type of accommodations do you prefer? Both offer a relaxing atmosphere. Yet, Old Key West has a sense of Victorian community, especially with repeat Disney Vacation Club guests. Old Key West If you need square footage, Old Key West might be better for your family. If you want the most recently refurbished rooms, try Caribbean Beach as renovations will hopefully be completed in 2023. And just a reminder, Beach Club Resort Rooms can sleep up to five guests, depending on bedding options. NEWS! MAJOR HOTEL CHANGE Announced for Disney World Pools When the weather is HOT or you just need a break from park queues, head to your resort pool! After all, the pools have their own unique features and special theming. Feature pools at Walt Disney World hotels usually have at least one slide and also offer poolside activities. Look at the hotel’s recreation schedule for more information. Some Disney resorts are so spread out that they also offer leisure pools. These swimming spots are family-friendly with at least one whirlpool spa. Leisure pools are quieter than the more crowded and active feature pools. You can take some time to relax at your hotel! Note that poolside towels are always complimentary. Old Key West Sandcastle is Old Key West’s feature pool near the Hospitality House. Here, a 125-ft. waterslide traverses through a large sandcastle. Guests will love the decorative dolphins that spout water into the large pool. There’s also a relaxing whirlpool spa as well as a dry sauna located inside the nearby lighthouse. Small children will enjoy the kiddie pool. Keeping with the Florida Keys atmosphere, there is also a sandy “beach”! Sandcastle Pool At this property, there are three leisure pools — Old Turtle Pond, South Point, and Miller’s Road. Beach Club The Beach Club may be understated when it comes to its lobby and resort rooms, but it is not to be outdone in the pool category. Disney’s Beach Club shares a pool complex with its neighboring resort, the Yacht Club, Stormalong Bay. Stormalong Bay Stormalong Bay is a destination on all its own. This pool complex is almost like its own mini-water park, with sand at the bottom and even a lazy river! So, your kiddos can take advantage of the ‘shipwrecked’ themed water slide, while you leisurely float around the lazy river, so just relax on of the many lounge chairs. Stormalong Bay at Disney’s Beach Club Stormalong Bay is also nestled in close to Beaches and Cream, an iconic ice cream shop, providing over-the-top milkshakes, sundaes, and comfort junk food essentials like burgers and grilled cheese sandwiches. Results There’s no real loser in this category if you’ve found relaxation and joy, but our heart leans towards the Beach Club, because that pool is just epic! Stormalong Bay at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Toes in the sand, relaxing down a lazy river with a shipwreck-themed water slide. We’ll take the Beach Club’s pool oasis just tips the scale over the Old Key West’s pool situation. 10 Hidden Secrets About Disney World Pools Food Park days can be exhausting. Whether you’re taking a whole day to enjoy your resort, or you are relaxing after a shopping excursion at Disney Springs, once you’re at your Disney World hotel, you might not want to get back on a bus or boat for nourishment. So, you’ll want to know about the best options at your Disney World resort! Take a look at the menus and decide which resort has the food that best suits your family. Old Key West Olivia’s Cafe is a relaxed and casual Table Service restaurant featuring flavors inspired by the Florida Keys. Brunch could be our favorite meal It’s open for brunch and dinner. Good’s Food To Go is Old Key West’s Counter Service option serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, and is unique with its outdoor setting made for more of a “to-go” style. However, Old Key West lacks a quick service food court with indoor seating! Good’s Food To Go The Conch Chowder is a guest favorite. Gurgling Suitcase is a charming little bar where guests can also order full entrees from Olivia’s Cafe. Gurgling Suitcase We love this little oasis. Turtle Shack Snack Bar offers sandwiches, pizza and salads to be enjoyed poolside. Turtle Shack Grab a bite and spend some time at the pool! Click HERE for our Complete Guide to Eating at Disney’s Old Key West Resort! Beach Club Hurricane Hanna’s is a pool bar, tucked under the Stormalong Bay waterslide that provides fixes for your hunger without having to wander too far from the pool. The Beach Club is home to one lounge, one quick-service market, a table service option, and a Character dining restaurant. Not to mention its close proximity to Yacht Club and all of those dining options. Beaches and Cream The Beach Club Marketplace is the quick service location and gift shop at Disney’s Beach Club Resort. Once you make your way through the gift shop you’ll find yourself in the quick service dining area, complete with a sandwich counter. Guests will find basic staples for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in addition to a dry goods section (think boxes of cereal, peanut butter, and other essentials you might need). This is also the location for filling your Refillable Resort Mugs. Hot breakfast choices include a breakfast platter, pastries, and oatmeal. Lunch and dinner options include sandwiches, salads, and some truly tasty baked mac and cheese dishes. Oodles of tempting sweet treats are often found in the refrigerated cases, so keep an eye out for specialty cupcakes and more! Beach Club Marketplace Ah, Beaches & Cream Soda Shop… THIS is the place to go for classic diner eats and GIGANTIC ice cream sundaes in Walt Disney World! Tucked between the Yacht Club and Beach Club Resorts, this authentic soda counter restaurant is decked out in pastels and is complete with a jukebox! Though the sundaes and shakes here are sizable no matter which sweet treat you order, Beaches & Cream is especially well known as being home to the famous Kitchen Sink: an eight-scoop ice cream sundae (made for sharing with the whole group) served up with EVERY TOPPING in the house! Beaches and Cream underwent a renovation to expand the dining space and reopened in late 2019, so this formerly small spot can accommodate many more guests these days. And you can always grab some ice cream (or hard shakes & floats for adults) at the Beaches & Cream To Go Window, too! No Way Jose at Beaches and Cream Cape May Cafe is located at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, just inside the lobby! Cape May Cafe currently features an all-you-care-to-enjoy breakfast buffet with Disney pals! Minnie’s Beach Bash Breakfast is one of the best places to see some of the most beloved Disney characters outside of the parks. Though characters may vary, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, and Goofy can often be found at Cape May Cafe, all dressed up for a day at the beach! Though Disney characters are not present during Dinner, the evening meal serves up something unique, as all-you-can-eat surf-and-turf gets the spotlight, with plenty for landlubbers and seafood fans to enjoy! Minnie’s Beach Bash Breakfast Located directly next to Cape May Cafe near the lobby of the Beach Club Resort, Martha’s Vineyard Lounge is a relaxing spot to get a bite and a drink in the evening hours. Specialty cocktails, craft drafts, wines, and a full bar menu are available. And, like Cape May Cafe, the cuisine (a small selection of appetizers) is inspired by a Northeastern clambake, with comforting seafood favorites like clam chowder served alongside a few pub classics like chicken wings. Martha’s Vineyard Sometimes, Martha’s Vineyard Lounge will also host drawing or painting activities, so be on the lookout for those. Has Disney World Gone TOO Far With Their Creative Drinks?! You Tell Us! Results First, we’re going to warn you — Old Key West has slim pickings, especially for counter service meals. However, you’re not far from Disney Springs, which has a ton of dining options. And if you are spending a lot of time out at the parks (or staying in a large villa so that you can prepare meals), this category might not be as important to you as others. If you plan on a vacation mainly at the resort and have no interest in Disney Springs, you may want to dine at the popular Olivia’s Cafe at Old Key West as it offers table-service for brunch and dinner. Take a short boat ride to Disney Springs for more dining options! When looking at the variety of choices, Beach Club wins this category. Also, guests staying at Beach Club can take the Skyliner to several other resorts for more quick service options! Transportation Are there any transportation differences with these hotels? Both resorts offer bus transportation as well as one other mode of Disney transport. Old Key West is just a boat’s ride away from Disney Springs Old Key West If you are driving to Walt Disney World or renting a car once you get to Florida, Old Key West offers the convenience of parking right in front of your villa. And with all the walking that you’ll do on vacation, this might be the right choice for your weary feet. This is especially helpful when traveling with grandparents, young children, or anyone with mobility concerns. Bus to Old Key West To all theme parks, you’ll have to take a bus. Beach Club The Beach Club is considered an “EPCOT-area” resort. It sits on Crescent Lake, next to Yacht Club Resort, and across the lake from Disney’s BoardWalk Inn. This resort is situated in between TWO Disney parks, EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. Yep, that’s right, you can walk or enjoy a relaxing boat ride on a Friendship Cruise boat to both EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. Enjoy a Friendship Boat ride! If Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, or Disney Springs is your destination, then you can board one of Disney’s buses to transport you over to these parks. Disney World Bus Transportation And as if walkways, boats, and busses weren’t enough options for you, Beach Club guests are also within walking distance of the EPCOT Skyliner station. This means you have easy access to the other Skyliner resorts if you want to go exploring other resorts or just have a relaxing cruise through the sky. Walt Disney World Skyliner Find our Guide to Disney World Transportation HERE Results Again, this is an easy win…. And the win goes once again to Beach Club Resort, which has earned major bragging rights in this category thanks to the Disney Skyliner! The Winner! So, where do we think you should stay? Sorry, that decision has to be up to you. It depends on the people in your traveling party and what your plans are during your stay at Walt Disney World. If larger rooms or shopping at Disney Springs are important to you, opt for Old Key West. Welcome to Old Key West! You may also want to consider that Old Key West (except for three buildings) does not have elevators. If this is an issue for you, perhaps you should choose Beach Club. Disney’s Beach Club Resort If you’re looking for a convenient way to get to EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, then Beach Club might be the one to book! Overall, these are both wonderful resorts, although Beach Club Resort definitely has bragging rights for lower cost as well as transportation and dining options. 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Did you know there’s a special holiday called Children’s Day? Some parents may feel like every day ALREADY revolves around their children, but there’s actually a dedicated Children’s Day coming up in May just for kids! If you want to celebrate, the Japan Pavilion in Disney World has got you covered! Japan Pavilion Speaking of the Japan Pavilion in EPCOT, there are lots of exciting things to experience right now! For instance, a popular experience just reopened for the first time in three years, and did we mention that the pavilion is home to one of Disney World’s most expensive restaurants? Now, starting soon, you can celebrate Children’s Day in Disney’s Japan Pavilion, and you won’t want to miss out! Disney just announced that you can celebrate Children’s Day on May 5th at the Mitsukoshi Department Store in the EPCOT World Showcase with a very special activity! Guests can learn how to make Kabuto, the iconic Japanese samurai helmet, using origami taught by Cast Members on May 5th! Mitsukoshi Now, what is Children’s Day? Well, Children’s Day is known in Japanese as “Kodomo no Hi” and is a Japanese holiday where the happiness and well-being of children are celebrated. Many Japanese families will display carp-shaped kites and samurai helmets to symbolize strength and perseverance. Inside Mitsukoshi If you’re looking for a fun activity to try with your kids, head to the Japan Pavilion! It’s not every day someone will hand you a skillfully made origami hat, after all! Keep in mind that this is a ONE-DAY activity, so you don’t have much time. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney World news. Here’s why you should SKIP the most exciting dining experience in EPCOT! 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. Have you ever celebrated Children’s Day? Tell us in the comments! The post Something NEW Is Coming to EPCOT Next Week! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Buttery popcorn, horse-drawn cars, friendly Disney characters, and a cheerful marching band — Disneyland’s Main Street, U.S.A. is one of our (many) FAVORITE places to visit! After all, there’s a reason it’s the first thing you see when you walk through the gates. If those sights and sounds aren’t the happiest greeting in the world, we don’t know what is. Disneyland Speaking of Disneyland, did you know that there are some secret dedications hidden along Main Street, U.S.A.? Those beautifully-painted windows aren’t just nice to look at; they hold a special meaning! The Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, Josh D’Amaro, popped on Instagram to share some news. Recently, Disneyland Imagineers created THREE new windows on Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland. The windows honor the Make-A-Wish Foundation and all wish kids from the past, present, and future. Next time you visit Disneyland, make sure to look up to find these three new Make-A-Wish windows. They’re located on the second story of one of the Main Street buildings. (You can see them in Josh D’Amaro’s Instagram clip!) In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more! I Was Today Years Old When I Noticed This SECRET in Disney’s Hollywood Studios 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 What’s your favorite hidden Disney detail? Let us know in the comments! The post VIDEO: Disney's Main Street, U.S.A. Has a Heart-Warming NEW Update first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Have you been playing with the idea of going to Disney World? Do you find yourself daydreaming about cheeseburger spring rolls and Mickey pretzels? Have you been looking for an excuse to splurge on a Disney vacation? Maybe THIS is your sign. This is your sign to book a Disney World vacation Recently, Disney started selling its Annual Passes again, essentially giving guests unlimited access to the Disney World parks for one year (subject to blockout dates). If you visit Disney World more than once a year, you might want to consider investing in an Annual Pass, and if you’ve been on the fence since passes went back on sale, you might want to hear this. When Annual Passes first went on sale on April 20th, the virtual queue to enter the website was HOURS long. This prompted Disney to publish a message that same day that informed customers Annual Passes could become unavailable (a.k.a. sell out). For a moment, it seemed like Annual Passes could be gone just as quickly as they came back. ©Disney Interestingly, though, Disney’s warning that passes would sell out on April 20th didn’t come true. By April 22nd, the virtual queue to enter the Disney World Annual Pass purchase page was gone, and all Annual Pass types were still available days later. Annual Passholder Card Fast-forward to April 29th and ALL Annual Passes are still available. There is still no virtual queue to enter the website, and customers have access to four different types of Annual Passes, which vary in price and park pass reservation availability. ©Disney Keep in mind that the Sorcerer, Pirate, and Pixie Dust Passes are only available for Florida residents, and the price varies based on blockout dates and park pass reservation availability. ©Disney You may be thinking to yourself, “This is great! Annual Passes are back and still available a week later — I’ve got plenty of time to buy a pass.” But let’s look back at what happened when Disney started selling Annual Passes again in 2021. It’s been a while, so we’re here to refresh your memory. Annual Pass Let’s take it back to a few years ago. On September 8th, 2021, Disney started selling all four types of Annual Passes. Availability was limited, and guests anxiously waited in a virtual queue on September 8th. Sound familiar? Annual Passholder Magnet Well, Disney managed to keep its Annual Pass availability open for a short while — until the company paused sales of the Pirate, Sorcerer, and IncrediPass on November 21st, 2021. Then, between November 22nd, 2021, and April 20th, 2023, only the Pixie Dust Pass was available for Florida residents. ©Disney History has proven that Disney can be unpredictable, so you never know when Annual Pass sales could be put on pause (or how long that pause could last). If you’re thinking about buying an Annual Pass this year, you might want to hop on the website and purchase those passes sooner rather than later. This could be you! Just like in 2021, Disney made it clear that availability is limited, so when passes sell out, it could be a while until they’re back on the market; you just never know! In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Alright, You Want to Buy a Disney World Annual Pass. We’re Here to Help You Decide If It’s Worth It. 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. Are you thinking about buying an Annual Pass? Let us know in the comments! The post History Has Proven Disney is UNPREDICTABLE -- What This Means for Annual Pass Sales first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Alright, raise your hand if you love Homecomin’? Homecomin’ There are lots of different restaurants you can eat at in Disney Springs, and sometimes it can feel a little overwhelming keeping up with them all. But that’s where we come in! We keep an eye on everything new happening at Disney World’s restaurants, which is why you shouldn’t miss these new menu items at Homecomin’! There are two new menu items over at Homecomin’ — the Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich and Southern Poutine! @homecominfl on Instagram The Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich is a maple pork sausage patty, crispy bacon, country ham, melted pimento cheese, bacon jam, and a fried egg between two slices of toasted sourdough. @homecominfl on Instagram The Southern Poutine is made with crispy tater tots smothered in pulled pork and sawmill gravy and topped with a fried egg and a bacon crumble. @homecominfl on Instagram You can get weekend brunch from 9AM to 1PM, and as of right now, that is the only time you can grab these new items. Disney Springs As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! Check out what else is new in Disney Springs right here! 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! How do you feel about these new items? Tell us in the comments! The post 2 NEW Menu Items Announced at Homecomin' in Disney Springs first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney is gearing up for a big holiday! Galaxy’s Edge! And nope, it’s not Mother’s Day or the summer season, it’s something coming much sooner than that…Star Wars Day! The holiday falls on May the 4th each year and usually comes with special celebrations and offerings in the theme parks, as well as a variety of announcements from Lucasfilm. So what news are we expecting to hear this year? Let’s dive in! Back in 2022, Lucasfilm and Disney celebrated May the 4th in multiple ways. We got a trailer for the Obi-Wan Kenobi series on Disney+, more information about how MagicBand+ would interact with features in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, a bunch of new merchandise, and several limited-time snacks. ©Lucasfilm We already know that the parks are getting some one-day-only treats again for Star Wars Day, but we have some other predictions about big news coming soon. Star Wars Entertainment News The big announcements that we’re mostly expecting have to do with the upcoming shows and movies that Lucasfilm has planned. We learned quite a bit about the entertainment schedule during the Star Wars Celebration fan convention a few weeks ago, but it’s likely that Lucasfilm was saving some announcements for this holiday. ©StarWars.com One of the big series up next on the docket is Ahsoka, coming to Disney+ in August. It’s possible that we could get an official release date for this show, or even get to see some of the footage that was shown exclusively to Star Wars Celebration attendees. ©Disney There are also a number of other shows that Lucasfilm could give more details on — Skeleton Crew, season 3 of The Bad Batch, or The Acolyte. The company recently announced three new films as well, so maybe we’ll get details about those projects. ©Disney Whatever happens, it’s pretty common for Star Wars to release at least SOMETHING for one of the upcoming entertainment projects. We can’t wait to get more details! Star Wars Theme Parks News In the past, we’ve gotten announcements on May the 4th about new offerings coming to the parks, and it’s possible that we could get some news along those lines this year, too. During Star Wars Celebration, it was revealed that new ride scenes are coming to Star Tours in Hollywood Studios, Disneyland Park, and Disneyland Paris in 2024. Maybe we’ll get some more information about these ride scenes and the destinations and characters that will be featured in them. (We certainly wouldn’t mind a peek into the world of The Mandalorian!) ©Disney But besides the Star Tours news, there are some other announcements that Disney could make regarding the parks. For instance, Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular (the nighttime fireworks show) hasn’t returned to Disney World since the pandemic closed the parks in 2020. And part of Star Wars Launch Bay still remains closed in Hollywood Studios. Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular ©Disney On top of that, the Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple show hasn’t returned to the parks since the pandemic. This popular offering allowed “younglings” to sign up to be trained in the ways of The Force, fighting Darth Vader and Kylo Ren in an interactive show. We know this option has been missed in the past few years, so many would be excited if Disney decided to bring it back! Jedi Training Academy in action No matter what Lucasfilm announces, we’ll be here to share the news with you, so stay tuned to DFB! We’ll be reporting on all the Star Wars celebrations in Disney World, Disneyland Resort, and beyond. Click Here to Learn About Star Wars Month in Disneyland! 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. What announcements are you hoping for on Star Wars Day? Tell us in the comments! The post 2 Big 'Star Wars' Announcements We Expect From Disney Next Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. You work so hard, and we think you’ve earned a pick-me-up! Time to go shopping! We think it’s time to go get your Disney-themed haul on and we found a couple of items on Amazon that might be great additions to your cart. Wait, do you have Amazon Prime? We want to make sure you save some cash on shipping, so if you don’t already have it, you can click the link below to sign up for a FREE trial. Now, on to the deals! First, we found a pre-order for Coco: The Official Cookbook, which includes recipes for dishes and delicacies featured in the Pixar film Coco. ©Amazon Coco: The Official Cookbook, offers step-by-step instructions and vivid images to help anyone, regardless of their cooking experience or age, make traditional Mexican dishes like churros and tamales. 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Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video covering all the latest Disney news! MOANA!!! A major FIRE in Disneyland, loads of new characters arriving in the parks, and some ride closures that may change your plans. Some BIG stuff happened this week in the Disney sphere and we’ve got the updates. Check out all of the week’s big news in our video below! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/subscribe.png So check out the video and then let us know: Which character would you most like to meet in Disney World? The post DFB Video: Latest Disney News: FIRE in Disneyland, NEW Characters Coming to the Parks, Disney Sues Ron DeSantis first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Hey, howdy hey! We’ve got a NEW merchandise collection roundup that we can’t wait to show you. Headed to Disney World? Need a new accessory to freshen up your wardrobe? We’ve got just the thing for you! Stoney Clover Lane teamed up with Disney Pixar to create a new line of bags and accessories inspired by Toy Story. Welcome to Toy Story Land! Don’t be a nervous REX; we’re here to show you exactly what’s available and where you can buy the new merchandise. Saddle up, partners! Let’s take a look at the new Stoney Clover Lane Disney Pixar Toy Story collection out NOW. This collection could sell out FAST, so be prepared! From travel-friendly duffle bags to mini backpacks perfect for a park day, this collection is FILLED with colorful Toy Story-themed bags and accessories. ©Stoney Clover Lane First up, let’s talk about the Classic Duffle Bag. This is perfect for a little Disney staycation or a quick weekend trip! ©Stoney Clover Lane The duffle bag features Andy’s signature wallpaper in an allover print, complete with an embroidered Toy Story logo. Click here to buy the Classic Duffle Bag For days when you just need the bare essentials, pack your Mini Pouch with a little hand sanitizer, some gum, and your keys. (Maybe if you’re feeling fun, you can throw a pack of fruit snacks in there, too) ©Stoney Clover Lane Like the other items in this collection, the Mini Pouch has that blue sky wallpaper and an embroidered Toy Story logo. Click here to buy the Mini Pouch The new Classic Backpack has room for a laptop and plenty of other goodies! ©Stoney Clover Lane The best part is that you can personalize the bag with some Disney-themed patches! Click here to buy the Classic Backpack Calling all space rangers! This blue Mini Backpack features our favorite galactic hero (plus those funny little green aliens). ©Stoney Clover Lane Unlike many other mini backpacks, this one comes with a water bottle holder on the side, making this a GREAT option to wear in the Disney parks! Click here to buy the Mini Backpack These printed Small Pouches come in three different designs, and we can hardly pick a favorite! Whether you love Buzz, Woody, or both, Stoney Clover Lane has the pouch for you. ©Stoney Clover Lane These pouches are a great size — they are big enough to fit all of your essentials, yet they aren’t too bulky. We think they’d be great for holding skincare, makeup, and other small travel items! Click here to buy the Small Pouch Finally, you can’t go wrong with a Jumbo Fanny Pack! Stoney Clover’s new fanny pack can be worn sling-style across your body or around your waist. Either way, there’s plenty of room to pack all your essentials! ©Stoney Clover Lane It’s even big enough to hold a water bottle — talk about impressive! Click here to buy the Jumbo Fanny Pack We’re already planning the perfect Toy Story outfit to match our new bags — what about you? You can see the FULL collection here. Click here to see the full Stoney Clover Lane Toy Story Collection Stoney Clover X Disney collections tend to sell out FAST, so you might want to hurry if you want to buy anything from this collection. In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more! I Was Today Years Old When I Noticed This SECRET in Disney’s Hollywood Studios 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. Are you planning to buy anything from this new collection? Let us know in the comments! The post Stoney Clover Lane Just Launched a NEW Disney Pixar 'Toy Story' Collection -- And It's Out NOW! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We LOVE the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival, but, well, we have a big problem with it. Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Not only do you have to pay for a park ticket just to get INTO the festival, but you also have to pay extra for all the food you eat. There isn’t an all-you-can-eat option, which, honestly, is a bit of a letdown. However, did you know there is ANOTHER Food and Wine festival in Disney World that WILL let you eat EVERYTHING you want to for just the price of a ticket? Well, we’re going to tell you all about it. That festival is the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic. This festival, which will be held on November 10th-11th, 2023, offers up food and wine from Swan and Dolphin’s MANY restaurants, and you can eat it all (and even go back for seconds) for the single price of a festival ticket. 2022 Food & Wine Classic Food and Wine Classic Price And What That Includes So here’s how this festival works. You’ll have to purchase a ticket to attend. The ticket is $185, which gives you access to all the food booths, as well as the Beer Garden. That includes all the food and drinks available at the festival. Discounted tickets are often available if you also book a stay at the Swan and Dolphin for the weekend, but you’ll need to call the hotel directly to inquire about that and to make a reservation. 2022 Food and Wine Classic You’ll receive a wristband when you arrive and then a map/guide to all of the food booths. There are plenty of signs to point you in the right direction if you start feeling a little lost. 2022 Wristband So what’s it like? Well, you can go to any food booth you want, and try whatever food or drinks are available at that booth. If you find something you like? You can get more of it. You can eat and drink as much as you want without any additional cost to you. Additional Paid Options However, if you do want to spend a little more money, you can also buy additional tickets for seminars, like pasta making, wine tastings, and more. These seminars cost anywhere from $75 to $110. Pastries at the 2022 Food and Wine Classic There is also a Grand Tasting experience for $425 that is led by a Master Sommelier and includes a Champagne reception, three flights of elite wines, and Chef’s Table menu pairings from the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Executive Chef. You can also sign up for a VIP Champagne and Dessert Party for $150. Signs at 2022 Food & Wine Classic These prices are in ADDITION to your base Food and Wine Classic ticket. Our Best Tips For the Food and Wine Classic If you do plan on attending the Food and Wine Classic, we always recommend preparing in advance. That means checking out menus (and we’ll make sure you know those ahead of time) and picking out the items that are a priority for you. You can fill up easily at an all-you-can-eat festival, so keep that in mind. Roasted Mushroom Taco Shitake You’ll also want to bring your appetite because there IS so much to eat and you’ll want to try as much as you possibly can. The more you eat, the more value you get from the price of your ticket, right? So don’t load up on a heavy meal the day you attend the festival. Be sure to bring an appetite So if you’re looking for a Food and Wine Festival that could be a better bargain than the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival, you should consider checking out the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic. Tickets for the 2023 event are on sale now, so be sure to check that out. In the meantime, we’ll be sure to keep you updated on everything about this year’s Food and Wine Classic, including posting those food booth menus as soon as they’re available. So be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more. 10 HUGE Tips for the Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic 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. Are you thinking about attending the 2023 Food and Wine Classic? Let us know what appeals to you the most about the festival in the comments! The post Everyone Wants Food and Wine To Have An All-You-Can-Eat Option. It Actually Already Exists. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Yara Shahidi, who stars as Tinker Bell in the original movie, “Peter Pan & Wendy,” recently went on a wondrous adventure at Disneyland to celebrate the movie now streaming on Disney+. View the full article

Water inspires us, nourishes us, supports all life on Earth and covers most of our planet (about 70%!). Just as a small splash ripples across a still lake, every simple action impacts the ecosystems around us. Earth Month is the perfect opportunity to dive into the wonders of water—from raging rivers to the depths of […]View the full article

Just in time for World Wish Day tomorrow, which celebrates the anniversary of the wish that inspired the founding of Make-A-Wish, we are proud to honor this longtime relationship with a special window dedication at Disneyland park, with three windows on Main Street, U.S.A. View the full article

The holiday season at Disney’s Parks and Resorts is filled with delights like food, festivities, and FUN! Christmas in Magic Kingdom And if you ask us, it’s never too early to start planning for all the holiday happenings!! Though we await the dates for 2023, last year, the Disney World Holiday Season officially kicked off on November 11, 2022. Below, you’ll find some of our favorite holiday events, tips, and suggestions for making this year’s Disney World trip your merriest! You’ll also find a look back at the holiday season in 2022 as we explore this year’s festivities to come. Dining at Walt Disney World During the Holidays There are plenty of special Disney holiday events for the food lover at Walt Disney World. For Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s, guests can expect specialty menus and holiday meals at many Disney restaurants in the Parks, Resorts, and Disney Springs. Here’s what you can expect for Christmas Dining Options in Disney World: Here is the FULL LIST of restaurants serving Christmas Day meals from 2022; Restaurants that are often closed will be open during this busy season. For example, look for Tomorrowland Terrace in the Magic Kingdom to serve quick service eats. Many restaurants- Table Service and Counter Service- will add holiday meals to the menu. You can also check out some terrific options for Thanksgiving here. Holiday Treats at Walt Disney World The holidays are another welcome excuse for Walt Disney World to introduce many special treats for the season. From sundaes and yule logs to cupcakes and hot spiked beverages, there’s a holiday-inspired treat for everyone! Holiday Tree Marshmallow You can find ALL of our reviews from the 2022 Season HERE to get an idea of what kinds of treats you can look forward to in 2023! EPCOT Holiday Treats The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is a global celebration of the Season, which typically begins in EPCOT the day after Thanksgiving and runs through December 30th. 2022 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays During the Festival, guests enjoy enhanced offerings around World Showcase and experience holiday traditions from various cultures expressed through decorations, stories, music, cuisine, and special events. Norway Storytellers EPCOT features internationally-themed food booths called Holiday Kitchens! Look for the ramped-up food offerings at booths like American Holiday Table, Las Posadas, and Chestnuts & Good Cheer Holiday Kitchen. Click here to see ALL of the details about the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays! Magic Kingdom Holiday Treats Magic Kingdom adds plenty of holiday treats to jingle our taste bells. While several are exclusive to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, some are available all day, every day during the holiday season. We’re always fans of a seasonal cupcake or classic sugar cookie, but we also love fun twists on yuletide treats like the totally unexpected Holiday Dinner Dog! Holiday Dinner Dog We love that holly-jolly time of year in the Magic Kingdom! Hollywood Studios Holiday Treats Featured holiday events at Disney’s Hollywood Studios include Sunset Seasons Greetings, a special meal with Minnie at Hollywood and Vine Restaurant, and LOTS of sweet, festive treats! Reindeer Mousse Whimsical, eye-catching, and all-together tasty, Hollywood Studios always comes up with truly creative holiday goodies. Animal Kingdom Holiday Treats Charming events like the Merry Menagerie set the yuletide scene in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Elements of the celebration include, of course, tasty yuletide goodies! Magical Menagerie Cupcake Keep an eye out for smashing seasonal treats like the beautiful — and tasty! — Magical Menagerie Cupcake! Disney Springs Holiday Treats From Jock Lindsey’s HOLIDAY Bar to the Christmas Tree Stroll and more, there are plenty of holiday happenings at Disney Springs! Mickey and Minnie Tree in Disney Springs Watch for TONS of seasonal treats found at various locations throughout the entertainment, shopping, and dining district. We love the Gobbler (holiday turkey) Poutine at The Daily Poutine for a unique savory option! Gobbler Poutine But there is plenty of SWEET STUFF going on in Disney Springs, too… Peppermint Bark Soft Serve Nachos Disney Resort Hotels Holiday Treats The Resorts at Walt Disney World like to show off their seasonal creations, too; many of them are well worth the trek outside the parks! Holiday Oreo Bon Bons Many treats include design elements and flavors typically associated with the holiday season, like gingerbread, cinnamon, and more. Oh, and speaking of gingerbread… 2022 Grand Floridian Gingerbread House … you can find PLENTY OF IT at the larger-than-life Gingerbread Displays at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Beach Club Resort, and BEYOND! It’s difficult to resist a gingerbread snack of your own when you can smell the divine fragrance wafting from the Resort’s amazing edible creations. Gingerbread Whoopie Pie And keep an eye out for seasonal beverages and holiday-themed cupcakes, tarts, and treats at each and every one of the Resorts. CHEERS!! Holiday Events and Experiences at Walt Disney World Disney World Gingerbread Displays and Activities Wonderfully aromatic and gorgeous Gingerbread Displays can be found at locations including the Beach Club Resort, the Grand Floridian, the Contemporary Resort, Animal Kingdom Lodge (featuring a Gingerbread Giraffe), BoardWalk Inn, and EPCOT! The horses spinning on the Beach Club Gingerbread Carousel are themed differently every year. The 2022 Beach Club Gingerbread Carousel The 2022 theme, as you can see, was Disney Princesses! Princes Tiana The signature Gingerbread House at the Grand Floridian Resort is SO large that cast members can stand inside to serve holiday treats! 2022 Grand Floridian Gingerbread House The house is made from a classic Austrian recipe. Among all the details, you can see hand-painted candy canes, white chocolate, edible snowflakes, sugar poinsettias, 25 hidden Mickeys, an 85-pound chocolate Santa, nutcrackers, toy soldiers, and snowmen! A Gingerbread Castle is featured at Disney’s Contemporary Resort! Contemporary Resort Gingerbread Castle 2022 The display at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn presents locations like the BoardWalk Deli in GINGERBREAD form. The BoardWalk Inn Lobby Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge features a Gingerbread Giraffe who was joined by a baby Zebra last year! Gingerbread Giraffe and Gingerbread Baby Zebra at Animal Kingdom Lodge! The display is made with honey from approximately 32,256 bees, totaling about 42 pounds of honey. It was created by the incredible pastry team at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom celebrates the holiday season in a BIG way with a larger-than-life Christmas tree, beautiful decorations, and a special extra-ticket event! Magic Kingdom Christmas Tree Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party requires a separate ticket for entry and takes place on select nights in November and December. Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade at Disney Very Merriest After Hours! Once inside, guests enjoy plenty of festive fun and entertainment unique to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks This included a showing of Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks, Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade, snowfall on Main Street, U.S.A., and MUCH more! See everything included at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party HERE! Jingle Cruise And daytime guests enjoy a very merry — and very hilarious — ride on the Jingle Cruise — the annual makeover of the Jungle Cruise in Adventureland! The Jingle Cruise 2022 “JUNGLE ALL THE WAY!” Santa Claus in Magic Kingdom Everyone can also say “Hello!” to Santa Claus! Santa Claus His greeting space is often located in the gazebo just behind Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe in Liberty Square. Cinderella Castle Holiday Projections Holiday projections light up Cinderella Castle with an extra-festive glow in the evenings! Cinderella Castle Christmas Special Entertainment During Christmas Week During the final week of the year, regular daytime guests visiting Magic Kingdom can enjoy Christmas entertainment that is typically exclusive to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! For instance, guests can enjoy daytime showings of Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade! In 2022, it ran from December 23rd – 31st. Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration is a stage show that is also traditionally exclusive to the holiday party. During this Cinderella Castle Stage show, live dancers and performers join Mickey & friends to get you in the holiday spirit. Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration The show was available several times each evening for ALL to see from December 23rd-31st. Another party exclusive, Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks, were available for guests at 8:15PM each night from December 23rd through December 29th. Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks During this show, you’ll watch fireworks while listening to festive music, and there are fun lights and projections on the Castle that’ll have you feeling merry and bright. EPCOT EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays EPCOT celebrates with the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. Expect delicious treats from the Holiday Kitchen food booths, festive decorations, and music and entertainment celebrating holiday traditions around the globe! Pere Noel in EPCOT’s France With the popular Holiday Cookie Stroll, guests stroll around to select Holiday Kitchens, trying five designated cookies featured in the Festival Passport. Cookie Stroll Completer Cookie Once you’ve received stamps in your Festival Passport for five included cookies, you can redeem your stroll with a FREE completer cookie! Costumed Holiday Storytellers also share traditions from the different nations that make up World Showcase. Pere Noel in the France Pavilion Another favorite and family-friendly activity at Festival of the Holidays is Olaf’s Holiday Tradition Expedition. Where will YOU find Olaf? EPCOT Candlelight Processional The beloved EPCOT Candlelight Processional is one of the year’s most anticipated events. The Christmas story is told by a celebrity narrator while a 50-piece orchestra and choir (composed of Disney cast members) accompany the re-telling. 2022 EPCOT Candlelight Processional We also have information about Candlelight Processional Dining Packages here. Bangers and Mash at Rose & Crown — 2022 EPCOT Candlelight Processional Dining Package The packages provide guests with a lunch or dinner meal at select EPCOT restaurants and guaranteed seating to the popular Candlelight Processional. Click HERE for our full review of the EPCOT Candlelight Processional Dining Package! Festive Ride Overlays NEW in 2022, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind received a festive update! Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Let’s just say that an Awesome HOLIDAY Mixtape was involved… (Find out more here!) Even the classic Living with the Land attraction gets all dressed up for the Festival! Living with the Land And speaking of getting “all dressed up…” Spaceship Earth presents a sparkling Holiday Lights display in the evenings. Holiday Lights on Spaceship Earth But there’s much more in store during the Festival of the Holidays, and you can find it all here! Click here to see all of the details on the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Sunset Seasons Greetings This holiday experience brings guests to a twinkling Sunset Boulevard, where holiday decorations set a festive mood. A gingerbread tower! Throughout the night, yuletide scenes are displayed on the billboards of Sunset Boulevard, and the Hollywood Tower Hotel becomes the Hollywood “Holiday” Tower Hotel! Sunset Seasons Greetings Holiday-themed projections turn the Hollywood “Holiday” Tower Hotel into scenes from Frozen, a Muppets gingerbread house, a toy hotel from Toy Story, and “a Dickensian village inspired by ‘Mickey’s Christmas Carol.’” Vintage Decorations Vintage-inspired decor transforms Echo Lake — including dressing Dinosaur Gertie up in her dino-sized Santa hat! Echo Lake Decorations And the Hollywood Studios Christmas Tree in Echo Lake is truly a stunner. Santa Sightings Santa pays visits to Disney’s Hollywood Studios by way of a Merry Motorcade, so keep your eyes peeled for ol’ St. Nick in the park! SANTA! P.S. He may bring along a few friends, too… Pluto and One of Santa’s Loyal Reindeer Minnie’s Holiday Dine at Hollywood and Vine This character-filled meal is centered on seasonal delicacies at lunch and at dinner. Minnie’s Holiday Dine! Guests can dine with Minnie and her best festive friends, like Mickey and Santa Goofy, in their holiday finest throughout the Season! For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration Get ready to join in the fun at For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration! Frozen Sing-along Celebration in Disney’s Hollywood Studios This show, which is presented several times throughout the day, receives a special finale just for the holiday season featuring Olaf himself! Holiday Cheer in Toy Story Land Guests can celebrate the holidays with seasonal tunes at Alien Swirling Saucers and special decorations unique to Toy Story Land. Toy Story Land Holiday Decorations These special touches are every bit as nostalgic and charming as your favorite toy… Toy Story Holiday Decorations Even Rex gets in on the holiday celebration at Slinky Dog Dash. Toy Story Land Holiday Decorations It looks like he made these ADORABLE reindeer antlers by hand… err, claw! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Merry Menagerie The beautiful and charming Merry Menagerie is a delight at Disney’s Animal Kingdom every year! Merry Menagerie Winter animal puppets bring joy to guests strolling along Discovery Island, and live musicians also help set the scene. Merry Menagerie Guests can also enjoy beautiful decorative nods to celebrations such as Diwali in the Asia section of the park. Holiday decorations in Animal Kingdom Festive Flotillas Festive Flotillas sail along Discovery River, carrying beloved characters through Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Santa Claus in Animal Kingdom These include the Discovery Island Drummers Festive Flotilla and the SANTA CLAUS Festive Flotilla! Tree of Life Awakenings In the evenings, the Tree of Life Awakenings — Holiday Edition delivers beautiful winter-inspired scenes to the park’s icon. Tree of Life Awakenings — Winter Edition And, of course, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is always decked out in gorgeous and unique holiday decorations! Christmas Tree in Animal Kingdom As always, the festivities extend beyond the parks, too… Disney Springs Disney Springs showcases festive décor, entertainment, and holiday shopping during the season, including: Christmas Tree Stroll Disney Springs’ Christmas Tree Stroll: Stroll, indeed, among custom-decorated holiday, Disney-themed trees placed all throughout Disney Springs! 2022 Christmas Tree Stroll Map You’ll find the whimsical, colorful, and stunning Trees with help from the Christmas Tree Stroll Map! Toy Story Tree From time to time in the evenings, magical snow falls upon the Town Center. Meet Santa Claus Bring that Wish List! You can find Santa inside the Once Upon a Toy gift shop in the Disney Springs Marketplace! Santa at Once Upon a Toy Please be aware that, in 2021 and 2022, guests were requested to reserve their space through a Virtual Queue. Opportunities to enter the queue for Santa opened through the My Disney Experience app at 9AM, 12PM, 3PM, and 6PM. Meeting Santa in Disney Springs One person in your group would get a notification when it was time to return to Once Upon a Toy and meet Santa Claus! If you want to see how the virtual queue worked last year, click here. More Entertainment As you shop around Disney Springs this holiday season, look for great entertainment offerings like Toy Soldier stilt walkers, snowflake skaters, and tunes spun by DJs! Holiday Mickey Mousse Mini Dome Cake The festive fun continues with Christmas-inspired treats throughout Disney Springs! Jock Lindsey’s HOLIDAY Bar But no one gets in the holiday spirit more than our pal, Jock Lindsey… and that’s why you HAVE to make a merry stop at Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar! Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar The Hangar AND THE FOOD get all decked out for the season! “Milk” (Coquito!) and Cookies at Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar Oh, what FUN! Check out our review HERE! Breakfasts with Santa Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante in Disney Springs hosted Breakfast with Santa in 2022! The new experience included a breakfast spread of classic Italian menu items, a visit with Santa Claus, family-friendly holiday activities, take-home treats (and a complimentary mimosa for adults 21+), and a keepsake photo souvenir. Breakfast with SANTA! After breakfast, guests could meet Santa! Kids could share their wishes with him and take a photo that they will get to keep. Pricing started at $30 for children and $50 for adults, plus tax and gratuity, while children under 2 were free. Breakfast with Santa Click HERE for our REVIEW of Breakfast With SANTA! Santa made a few more stops in Disney Springs! ©T-Rex Cafe Over at T-Rex Cafe and Rainforest Cafe, you and your family could sit down for a meal with the dinosaurs…and Santa! Find the details from 2022 here as we await 2023 information. MORE Holiday Happenings in Disney World Blizzard Beach Water Park Blizzard Beach Water Park presents a snowy fun-in-the-sun theme all year long, but the holidays delivered an “enhanced holiday atmosphere” to this water park! Blizzard Beach Water Park The festive fun included holiday-themed snacks, snowfall, and inner tubes with a festive look. Even Santa was dressed for some tropical fun! Holiday Sleigh Rides At Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground, holiday sleigh rides allow guests to book a 25-minute horse-drawn sleigh ride. Holiday sleigh rides | photo from 2021 Each sleigh can fit up to 4 adults or 2 adults and 3 small children, and each ride starts at $75 but may change depending on the date. When information is confirmed for 2023, interested guests may book in advance using the My Disney Experience app. Resort Hotel Activities Many of the Resorts offer small guests cookie decorating and other special activities. After all, you don’t have to miss one of the season’s most beloved traditions just because you’re on vacation! Check your Resort’s entertainment schedule for this year’s offerings. Animal Kingdom Lodge Christmas Tree Likewise, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels offer cookie decorating on select nights throughout the holidays, typically starting at 6PM. Special Holiday Music Performances Holiday music is always a great way to set the mood for a festive celebration. And at Disney World, during the winter holidays, you’re bound to find many talented musicians sharing joyful cheer! Voices of Liberty in The American Adventure pavilion Many of the Deluxe resorts will often feature carolers or other musical entertainment throughout the season. You’ll likely see them at the Grand Floridian, Wilderness Lodge, and Yacht Club. Pianist at Grand Floridian You may also find carolers strolling the “streets” of Disney Springs throughout the season. Visits with Characters and Santa Claus But it would hardly be Christmas for the little ones (or us big kids!) without a visit from Santa Claus! Santa Claus in Magic Kingdom In addition to appearing at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Santa also greets guests during the day in Magic Kingdom! For the past two seasons, his greeting space has been located just behind Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe in Liberty Square. Santa in Magic Kingdom Santa also makes appearances by way of a Merry Motorcade at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Santa in Hollywood Studios He sails by on a Festive Flotilla SLEIGH in Animal Kingdom! Hey, Santa! Guests can look for Santa in The Odyssey Pavilion in EPCOT during the Festival of the Holidays. Santa in The Odyssey Pavilion at EPCOT And in Disney Springs, he greets guests at the Once Upon a Toy store in the Marketplace. Meet Santa at Once Upon a Toy The Big Guy often appears at several Resort hotels on Christmas Eve, ready to hear your Christmas wishes. And you’ll also spy the big guy in front of his Tiki Hut by the Swan Pool at the Swan and Dolphin — perfect for a Florida Santa photo opp! And after Christmas Eve? Once Santa takes off for his midnight ride, you may just catch a glimpse of Santa Goofy in the parks through New Year’s Eve! Santa Goofy in EPCOT after Christmas Day Holiday times are so busy that Disney pulls out all the stops to entertain many guests. It’s pretty common throughout Christmas week to find character meet and greets at Deluxe Resorts! Chip ‘n Dale at the Contemporary Resort Gingerbread Castle Really — can you imagine anything more enchanting than Christmas Minnie and Mickey? Be sure to check with the concierge for more information on appearance times for future trips. Let’s talk logistics: Don’t Plan Your Christmas Trip to Disney World Before You READ THIS Holiday Options at On-Property Hotels Disney and non-Disney-owned hotels on Walt Disney World property have various holiday options. Featuring an entire calendar filled with holiday activities, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel celebrate the season with two special guest hosts – Santa and Mrs. Claus! Holiday happenings also occur at the Waldorf Astoria Orlando and Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek. Or stop by the Four Seasons Resort. Additional Resources We’ve compiled years of Disney Parks holiday experience so you don’t miss a treat, holiday meal, event, or activity. The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays includes all the NEW events and holiday happenings, over 350 photos, an events calendar, touring suggestions, an informative FAQ section, and more! Go Into the Holiday Season Prepared! Check out our DFB YouTube Video about “What I Wish I’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays!” Happy Holidays from the DFB! We’ll see you right here on the DFB as we bring you all the MERRY MAGIC taking place for the Holiday Season at Disney World! 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If you haven’t been to Disneyland Resort in a while, you’ve missed a LOT of pretty big changes. Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland There’s a brand-new Disney Vacation Club lounge in Tomorrowland, the Matterhorn Bobsleds are STILL closed for refurbishment, and a new attraction is getting ready to debut in Disney California Adventure. On top of that, there are a TON of new souvenirs at the various gift shops throughout the parks! Come along with us to check out every single update at Disneyland Resort. Disneyland Construction Updates A brand-new Disney Vacation Club lounge is now open in Tomorrowland. New lounge It’s called the Disney Vacation Club Star View Station – a Member Lounge, and it officially opened on April 19th. To the new lounge Disney announced that members will be able to relax, cool off, and enjoy some “out of this world” amenities such as Disney Vacation Club member services on-site, complimentary Wi-Fi, device charging stations, and complimentary beverages. Cool! We also stopped by the Matterhorn Bobsleds and saw that they are still closed. This ride will be closed through June 1st, so it’s expected to open on June 2nd. Matterhorn There was more construction happening over near Club 33, the Mint Julep Bar, and the Pandora Store. Construction A NEW restaurant called Tiana’s Palace will be replacing the former French Market Restaurant soon — Disney announced that it should open sometime this year! (The Mint Julep Bar, which was located in the French Market, is also closed; however, it will reopen to serve its famous beignets and Mint Juleps along with Tiana’s Palace.) We stopped by the construction site to take a look at the progress. Tiana’s Palace We also saw that lots of the scaffolding has been removed at the Adventureland Treehouse. This attraction (formerly Tarzan’s Treehouse) is expected to open sometime this year. Disney’s website states that it “will reopen in a fresh, new way in 2023 as Adventureland Treehouse, a whimsical attraction inspired by Walt Disney’s Swiss Family Robinson.” Treehouse Over in Disney California Adventure, the sign is officially up for the new Rogers: The Musical show that’s coming to the Hyperion Theater! Rogers: The Musical The musical will debut on June 30th, 2023. Disneyland Merchandise Updates Buckle up, because we found a TON of new merchandise. Emporium At the Emporium, we found a Pinocchio Loungefly backpack for $98… Loungefly …a Three Caballeros Mickey ears headband for $39.99… Ears …a Disney100 Plush Set for $64.99… Plushes …a Donald All Over print for $39.99… Donald shirt …a neon yellow Mickey and Minnie t-shirt for $39.99… Mickey yellow tee …a Moana bucket hat for $34.99… Bucket hat …a Minnie Mouse pet salon toy for $39.99… Salon play set …and a Minnie Mouse bow pouch for $34.99. Pouch There were a few new items from the Joey Chou collection, including a bowl set for $34.99… Bowl set …a tray for $29.99… Tray …a flower pot for $29.99… Plant pot …and a candle set for $39.99. Candles We spotted some Star Wars Spirit Jersey shorts for $69.99… Star Wars shorts …a flag Mickey shirt for $29.99… Mickey tee …a Disney100 golf polo for $80… Shirt …and a vet set toy for $39.99. Vet play set There was also a new Starbucks collection here! Starbucks items We found a tumbler for $49.99… Sipper …a tote bag for $29.99… Tote bag …a ceramic tumbler for $27.99… Tumbler …a plastic bottle for $29.99… Tumbler …and a metal bottle for $34.99. Bottle The Mad Hatter At the Mad Hatter, we spotted a new Mickey Mouse hat. Mickey hat The hat was $29.99. Disney Clothiers Ltd. This spot had a few new shirts, including a Pluto tank top for $34.99… Pluto tank …a Mickey tank for $34.99… Mickey tank …a Tinker Bell shirt for $39.99… Tinker Bell shirt …a Pluto shirt for $21.99… Pluto shirt …and a Grogu t-shirt Spirit Jersey for $79.99. Baby Yoda shirt EngineEAR Souvenirs This new gift shop (located in ToonTown) had a kids’ Mickey and Minnie underwater shirt for $31.99… Mickey shirt …a kids’ Goofy hoodie for $39.99… Goofy hoodie …a kids’ Pluto tank top for $21.99… Pluto tank …a Goofy Movie t-shirt for $29.99… Goofy Movie shirt …and a Conductor Mickey shirt for $29.99. Conductor Mickey Pooh Corner This store had a bunch of new Munchlings merchandise! We spotted some plates for $34.99… Munchlings plates …a pin set for $29.99, a bottle for $39.99… Munchlings water bottle …a plant pot for $24.99… Munchlings plant …and a blanket for $59.99. Munchling blanket Hungry Bear At the Hungry Bear restaurant, we found some reusable utensil sets. Reusable utensils Each set was $11.49. Adventureland Bazaar We found a kids’ Moana dress for $39.99… Dress …a kids’ Moana jacket for $59.99… Jacket …kids’ Moana shorts for $29.99… Shorts …a Moana beach baby shirt for $19.99… Moana tee …and a kids’ Moana shirt for $31.99. Moana shirt There was also a Moana button-up shirt for $59.99… Moana shirt …a Tiki Room tank top for $39.99… Tank top …a Simba shirt for $34.99… Simba shirt …a Stitch kids’ shirt… Stitch shirt …and a Tiki Room button-up shirt for $59.99. Tiki shirt Finally, we found a “Just Bear With Me” Jungle Book mug for $19.99. Jungle Book mug Disney Showcase This spot had some new home decor as part of the Disney100 merchandise collection. The decor looks like a street stand from Disney Animation Studios. Cool souvenir You can get it for $69.99. 20th Century Music Company This store had a new BD-1 pin… Droid pin …a pin that says “The Force Works in Mysterious Ways”… Yoda pin …a Mando and Grogu pin for $17.99… Mandalorian pin …some Encanto pins… Encanto pin …and a Toy Story lanyard set for $34.99. Toy Story lanyard China Closet Here, we found some Starbucks ornament keychains for $14.99. Starbucks ornament There was also a Toy Story serving tray for $29.99… Pixar tray …some Toy Story plates for $39.99… Plates …a Disney100 block characters bento box for $29.99… Bento Boxes …a Nemo plant for $24.99… Plant …a Chewbacca trinket box for $19.99… Trinket holder …a Dumbo oil diffuser for $19.99… Oil Diffuser …and a Spider-Man pencil holder for $19.99. Pencil holder Little Green Men Store Command This store had a kids’ Finding Nemo t-shirt for $26.99… T-shirt …a Buzz Burger shirt for $36.99… Buzz shirt …a Toy Story kids’ romper for $39.99… Pixar romper …kids’ slides for $19.99… Slides …a kids’ Pixar Summer Spirit Jersey for $26.99… Spirit jersey …a kids’ “pool party animal” shirt for $29.99… Kids’ tee …a Pixar Birds t-shirt for $29.99… Pixar shirt …a Pixar Bao shirt for $29.99… Bao shirt …and a “Laid Back” travel blanket for $49.99. Blanket The Star Trader There were a lot of new items at The Star Trader! We found a Black Panther shirt for $49.99… Shirt …along with the matching shorts for $44.99. Shorts There was also a “Made to Rebel” kids’ shirt for $21.99… Made to Rebel …a Captain America tank top for $39.99… Captain America tank …a tie-dye Star Wars tank for $39.99… Star Wars shirt …an R2D2 hat for $29.99… R2D2 hat …an R2D2 crewneck for $32.99… R2D2 sweatshirt …and a Disney 100th anniversary AirPods case for $19.99. We spotted some “Awkward Moments” mystery pins for $29.99… Mystery pin set …a “May the Force Be With You” crewneck for $54.99… Star Wars sweatshirt …a Star Wars long-sleeve tee for $39.99… Star Wars tee …a lightsaber hat for $29.99… Lightsabers hat …a Star Wars backpack… Star Wars backpack …a lightsaber shirt for $39.99… lightsabers shirt …Star Wars bike shorts for $36.99… Star Wars bike shorts …and a Star Wars band shirt for $34.99. Star Wars shirt There were a few pin sets, including some themed to villains for $34.99… Villains lanyard …an animals set for $29.99… Sidekicks pins …an Encanto set for $34.99… Pins …another villains set (featuring Gaston, Cruella, Hook, and Yzma) for $29.99… Villains pins …and more “Awkward Moments” pins, for $21.99 each. Awkward Moments pin There was also a Stitch pin for $19.99. Stitch pin Merlin’s Marvelous Miscellany This shop had a new Sword in the Stone t-shirt. Sword in the Stone shirt The short was $29.99. Galaxy’s Edge Merchandise Kiosk We spotted a new zip-up jacket here. Jacket The jacket was $129.99. Westward Ho Trading Company This shop had lots of new pins. There was a Yoda Teacher’s Day pin for $17.99… Star Wars pin …a Bambi Earth Day pin for $17.99… Bambi pin …a Winnie the Pooh 20th anniversary pin for $19.99… Pooh pin …a Joey Chou mystery pin set for $17.99… Pin set …a Lion King mystery pin set for $17.99… Lion Kin pins …and some FigPins for $24.99 each. FigPin Five and Dime Over at California Adventure, we found a new Joey Chu keychain… Keychain …and a Stitch backpack for $29.99. Stitch backpack Elias & Co. This spot had some Disney100 chocolate coins for $5.49… Chocolate coins …a tee that says “Smile, Breathe, and Believe in Disney Magic” for $39.99… Tank top …a Loki cropped long-sleeve shirt for $44.99… Loki shirt …a tie-dye Simba shirt for $31.99… Simba shirt …and a tie-dye kids’ pocket tee for $26.99. Shirt We also saw a tank top that says “Chasing the Fun” for $39.99… Tank top …a “Believe in Magic” shirt for $39.99… Magic tee …some Toy Story earrings for $29.99… Earring set …a Pixar ball necklace… Necklace …a “Party Animal” onesie for $19.99… Onesie …a Loki tee that says “Glorious Purpous” for $39.99… Loki top …a Loki bag for $34.99… Crossbody bag …and a Loki hat for $39.99. Loki hat Seaside Souvenirs We spotted a kids’ Ariel outfit for $39.99… Ariel outfit …and an “Hola Casita” Encanto shirt for $39.99. Encanto shirt Super Store There was a new Thor t-shirt here for $39.99. Thor tee We also spotted an Environmental Art Challenge set up outside this store, with some really cool artwork made out of recycled materials. Statues Elysian Arcade This spot had several Munchlings ornaments, which cost $22.99 each. Ornaments Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff Finally, we found a Squirt Munchlings plush for $34.99. Squirt! That’s it for the updates from Disneyland! 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Are you looking to try some unusual eats in Disney World? Salt & Straw in Disney World Well, you’re probably familiar with Salt & Straw in Disney Springs (there’s also a shop in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney), which offers up some super unique ice cream flavors (we once even ate BUG ice cream there). Well, some new ice cream flavors are dropping in May, and they’re all about encouraging us to eat flowers. Salt & Straw is introducing its “Eat Your Flowers” series with flavors that are available RIGHT NOW and through the month of May. We’ve had some of these flavors before, but there are also some brand-new ones to check out! The flavors include Jasmine Milk Tea Almond Stracciatella, which is jasmine tea ice cream with chocolate almond Stracciatella. Jasmine Milk Tea…Ice Cream? Last year, Salt & Straw introduced a Pistachio Rose Water with Strawberry Mochi flavor, but this year, it’s been changed up a bit. It’s now a Pistachio with Saffron & Rose Water⁠ flavor, made with pistachio ice cream with chunks of saffron butter mochi cake glazed with a hint of rosewater. ©Salt & Straw The Rhubarb Crumble with Toasted Anise⁠ has also returned. This is a vanilla ice cream with ribbons of homemade rhubarb jam, loaded with toasted anise crumble. Rhubarb Crumbles with Toasted Anise The vegan Hibiscus & Coconut Sherbet is also returning. This is a vegan coconut cream–infused sherbet with Hibiscus & Ginger Brew. Hibiscus and Coconut Sherbet Finally, there’s another new flavor. It’s the Lemon Mari Gold Amaro Sherbet⁠, made with a Mari Gold amaro—whipped up by Straightaway Cocktails—with a light ribbon of lemon and marshmallow essence. It sounds like an ice cream cocktail and we are here for it! ©Salt & Straw So if you’re looking to try something that tastes like SPRINGTIME flowers, here’s your chance. 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! DFB Guide and Snacks Bundle Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. You can even download them to your smartphone – it’ll be like we’re right there with you in the parks! The Kitchen Sink & More of the BEST Ice Cream Disney World 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. What’s your favorite Salt & Straw flavor? Let us know in the comments! The post If You Need Us, We'll Be Eating Flower Ice Cream in Disney World 😋 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

One of the most fun things about Disney World is that there are so many hidden gems to see and interesting things to learn about! Pizzarizzo There are some secrets hidden all throughout the parks and the hotels at Disney World that make for great scavenger hunts. And we found one in Disney’s Hollywood Studios that we’re sharing with you today. We love finding all the fun and unexpected details that Cast Members and Imagineering hide all over the parks. Now, take a stroll with us over toward the Muppets Courtyard in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, home of Muppet*Vision 3D. Muppets Courtyard Here you’ll find a fountain with Miss Piggy as Lady Liberty in the center of the courtyard (which is an attraction in its own right). Behind the fountain is the PizzeRizzo quick service restaurant, themed to Rizzo the Rat. We’re not huge fans of the food at this spot, but it’s not a bad place to grab a snack if you’re in a pinch (or if you’re traveling with picky eaters). But one advantage of this restaurant is that it has some fun details to check out. outside of the restaurant Over the outdoor balcony seating area, you can see a sign pointing to the restaurant. There’s actually a really cool secret detail hidden in that sign! The trick is that you have to look at it at NIGHT. Take a look at the video and see if you can spot it. Did you spot it? Here, let’s zoom in on it. The sign says “This City’s Top Rated Pizza” in neon yellow lettering… The City’s Top Rated Pizza …but some of the letters flash on and off, and when they’re off, the sign instead reads “it’s rat pizza”! It’s Rat Pizza And now you can’t un-see it. What a cool nod to Rizzo the Rat! Although we have to admit…”rat pizza” doesn’t necessarily sound like the most appetizing snack. But you’ve got to love this level of detailing that Imagineering delivers. If you are interested in learning more secrets like this, check out the link below and stay tuned to DFB! Click here to learn about the Ulitmate Magic Kingdom Parade Secret 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. What do you think about this sign within a sign at PizzeRizzo? Let us know in the comments below! The post I Was Today Years Old When I Noticed This SECRET in Disney's Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We want to talk to you about something important today: Disney World bathrooms. Storybook Circus Restrooms Okay, so bathrooms are of course ESSENTIAL to all of us, and we certainly have our faves (including those bathrooms we’ll walk across a WHOLE park for — Tangled bathrooms in Magic Kingdom, we’re looking at you). But when you’re IN a Disney World bathroom, do you take time to look for those little additional touches in the decor? Because we found some today that certainly made us smile. There can sometimes be surprises in the Disney World bathrooms that we certainly do NOT want to see. But today, we found a surprise that was actually super cute. Let’s head on over to World Showcase in EPCOT. We’re going to make our way to the U.K. Pavilion (which is usually a super chill place to hang out in EPCOT). Now, we’ll usually stop here to say hello to Alice or Mary Poppins or maybe grab some Fish and Chips at Yorkshire County Fish Shop. Today, though, it was just a bathroom break that brought us to this pavilion. The UK Pavilion in EPCOT But our stop was made more magical by some cute little towel animals in this bathroom! You know those little animals made out of towels you often get in Disney World hotel rooms and in Disney Cruise Line rooms? Today, this bathroom had some too! The Cast Members wrapped up towels into animal shapes. We’re pretty sure this one is a swan. We did NOT expect this! What a nice surprise, right? Apparently, this is a THING in these bathrooms, so if you find yourself needing a bathroom in World Showcase, head straight to the UK for a little something EXTRA. SO cute! There’s even a towel MICKEY! Mickey! Seriously, we love these little additional touches we spot all over Disney World that we do not expect. We’ll continue to look out for even more of these added touches and let you know when we find them! In the meantime, when are you headed to Disney World next? Have you checked out our line of fun graphic tees to wear on your trip? We’ve designed some for the whole family – from infants to adults! Click here to check them out! STOP Using These Bathrooms in Disney World 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. What’s your favorite extra touch that you’ve noticed in the parks? Let us know in the comments! The post The Disney World Bathroom SURPRISE You’ll Actually Want To See first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article