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When you’re planning your Disney’s Hollywood Studios day, you’ll want to jump to hyperspeed on the Millenium Falcon, score big on Toy Story Mania!, and escape to the cartoon world on Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway. Runaway Railway After all of that fun, you’ve probably worked up an appetite. So, before you even arrive Disney World, you’ll want to make an Advance Dining Reservation for a Table Service restaurant. Here comes the difficult choice of which restaurant to choose! Let’s dive into the story, style, and (of course) the FOOD of two of Hollywood Studio’s most popular restaurants to help you decide which one is best for YOU. Sci-Fi We’re comparing two of the most fun restaurants in Hollywood Studios: the shiny, new Roundup Rodeo BBQ, and the classic Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater. Is newer better? Or will the nostalgic classic get your vote? Looking at five different categories, it’s time to put these locations to the test in the restaurant showdown gauntlet. We will examine: Theme Food Dining Style Location Audience Let’s dig in! Theme Roundup Rodeo BBQ As you walk up to the restaurant, you’re welcomed by decorative, classic Toy Story characters. How charming! The restaurant was handmade by Andy, so it definitely has that “arts and crafts project” charm! Howdy, Partners! Inside, you’ll find a rodeo arena created by Andy himself! Andy used his imagination and lots of resources available to a kid, like blocks, lights, cardboard cut-outs, and more full of Toy Story-inspired details. Every surface has been touched — the floors, the ceilings, and even the table and chairs you sit on are made from toys or pieces of board games. Roundup Rodeo BBQ If you look around, you’ll spot some of Andy’s crayon drawings on the walls and ceilings, as well. More Tables Guests will easily spot representations of Disney•Pixar characters as toys and game pieces set the playful scene in what is sure to be a lively and memorable dining experience (though it is not a Toy Story character meal). Through the meal, you’ll hear announcements from the toys and little interactive experiences. You’ll even hear if Andy is coming, where all of the toys (yep, that’s you, too!) have to freeze until he moves on past the toy chest. Woody and Zurg! It’s another super immersive experience that really transports guests into the digitally animated world of Toy Story. Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater The waiting area in the front of the restaurant is rather unassuming (it’s made to look like you’re in a soundstage. Peek at the walls near the podium and you’ll find MGM-Studios still spraypainted on the plywood walls!), but once your host brings you into the main restaurant area, you’ll be transported to a totally different time and place. Dine in a car! The main dining area is decked out to look just like you’ve stepped into a drive-in movie theatre. Although there are some picnic tables in the back, most of the seats and tables are contained within individual little cars! Especially if you’ve got little kids, it can be a great treat for them to take the front seats and have the parents sit in the back. It can make the little ones feel like they’re driving the car and on their own — plus, it can give the parents a little bit of break with some time (relatively) on their own. Theming is on point Underneath a nighttime sky, surrounded by old-timey signs and sounds, you’ll get to watch everything from cartoon shorts to Drive-In movie theatre ads for popcorn and snacks, along with retro movie clips and trailers. Be sure to look for clips of Walt Disney too! Results Both restaurants offer unique, entertaining, and immersive environments. Though Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater may cater a little more toward the older crowd (who might have nostalgic memories of going to a local drive-in or watching the retro clips), it’s a fun experience for everyone. Roundup Rodeo BBQ vs. Sci-Fi Dine In And Roundup Rodeo will be a blast for the younger crew. Though Toy Story has been around since 1995 (it’s almost 30 years old now!), if you have a Toy Story fan in your group, this might be the best place to book a reservation. Food Roundup Rodeo BBQ Woody is hosting a backyard barbecue, and you’re invited. And in true barbecue fashion, you’ll get options of a variety of grilled and smoked, meats as well as some fresh or cheesy side dishes. The full spread You don’t want to pass on The Prospector’s Homemade Cheddar Biscuits with Sweet Pepper Jelly. They are large, soft, stuffed with cheese, and pair wonderfully with that zesty sweet pepper jelly. Biscuits! The house-smoked items include Evil Dr. Smoked Ribs, Buttercup’s Beef Brisket, There’s A Sausage In My Boot – Fire Grilled Pork Sausage, and BBQ Chicken with Style! From these options, the standouts for us were the brisket and the fall-off-the-bone tender ribs. And the trio of Sweet, Spicy, and Classic sauces lets you tailor your own special barbecue flavors. Entrees Is this barbecue winning any blue ribbons? Well, maybe not, but it’s solid. We Ate a LOT of Food at Roundup Rodeo BBQ in Disney World & Here Are Our Honest Thoughts Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Sci-Fi’s new menu additions do go beyond the standard fare, but at its core, the big sells here remain burgers, onion rings, shakes, and classic eats — and there’s nothing wrong with that! If you’re looking for some of these classic items with a bit of a twist (like how you can get a burger with pork, or desserts with some fun flavors and cute methods of presentation, then this could be a good pick). A Good Burger! The Out-of-this-World treat is a refreshing and tasty way to end a meal! A Win! The menu here is fun without being inaccessible or super ridiculously adventurous. Disney Food Blog Review: Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Got a Menu OVERHAUL in Disney World and We’re Trying it Out! Results You won’t go hungry no matter where you eat. Both of these restaurants deliver delicious flavors for even the pickiest of palates. Sci-Fi Dine-In puts a fun spin on burgers, shakes, and other classic eats. Roundup Rodeo BBQ is exactly what you’re looking for in a backyard-style barbecue — plenty of smoked meats, zesty sides, and of course, those biscuits. Pro tip: Get a milkshake at Sci-Fi! Which one is for you? That choice might be obvious based on your preferred menu items or the overall cost. Dining Style Roundup Rodeo BBQ Roundup Rodeo BBQ is served family-style. So, you’ll have the option to eat a little of everything. There is a vegan platter option available for those who don’t walk the carnivore route. When you start your meal, you’ll get to select four side dishes, but once you finish those, you can ask your server for more of any of those options or request to try a new side dish. DIG IN! This all-you-care-to-enjoy option starts at $45 per person, which might be more than you planned to pay. Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater We’ll just cut to the chase: Everything you get here is a la carte. You have options from Appetizers, Entrees, and Desserts, and can purchase additional sides and cocktails. There are a few plant-based options. The Wings Entrees will run between $19 and $27, so you can find a cheaper meal, sure. But it’s not at the top of the Disney dining price threshold, either. Results Roundup Rodeo tilts the price point on the steeper side of the spectrum. But if you’re planning to have more than just an entree at Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater, you might be in the same budgetary ballpark. Sci-Fi Dine-In dishes will satisfy, but over at Roundup Rodeo, getting all-you-care-to-eat ribs might tip the scale on that value return. Location Roundup Rodeo BBQ Roundup Rodeo BBQ is right at the front of Toy Story Land. Look at that theming! As the only table service restaurant in Toy Story Land, it’s a great spot to get out of the sun but stay in the immersive Toy Story theme. Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Located at the end of Commissary Lane, Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater is centrally located within the park. You’ll find a welcoming respite mid-day when you can take a break from the Florida sun. Time to EAT! It’s next to the counter-service restaurant, ABC Commissary. Audience Roundup Rodeo BBQ Who’s gonna like Roundup Rodeo BBQ, and who might wanna skip it? This spot is gonna be BIG for the Toy Story fans in your group. Any big eaters in your group will really enjoy the practically endless bounty at their fingertips. And Pixar*Disney nerds will love searching through all of the details of the theming. Forky Who might not enjoy this place? Someone looking for a Character Meal, because even though this meal has character — it does not have CHARACTERS. It is also a loud venue, so anyone with audio sensitivity might want to steer clear or at least come prepared with some headphones or other devices to help tone down the volume. And if you’re looking for an intimate, romantic spot, well, this won’t suffice. Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater appeals to anyone looking to be entertained while they dine — the atmosphere and the GIANT screen will take care of that no problem! And if you fancy burgers, shakes, and other classic eats, this is a great choice! Sci-Fi Who might not enjoy this place? Those fearful of the dark or sci-fi monster movie clips. Anyone wanting to carry on a conversation with their entire group — you can really only chat conveniently with the person seated next to you. And foodies looking for unique dishes might also want to skip Sci-Fi. Results Both spots have great themes and offer unique fun. Sci-Fi Dine-In is a quieter location; Roundup Rodeo is rowdy. These restaurants provide good food and an approachable price point. Final Thoughts Looking for an immersive and fun dining experience? Both Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater and Roundup Rodeo BBQ fit the bill! Roundup Rodeo BBQ is the newest, shiniest restaurant so that means that advanced dining reservations will be super popular, in high demand, and difficult to secure. Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater has been around and is a fan-favorite among the Disney Park regulars. SO good You’ll have a great time at either restaurant. Roundup Rodeo BBQ has the fun theme, an all-you-care-to-enjoy menu, and it is new, so all of those notches get ticked in the “pro” category. Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater is also fun, classic, and you get to choose exactly what you want, even if it’s just the wings and a cocktail, so that menu flexibility and time-travel vibes are “pros” for Sci-Fi. Drinks and a Spectacular View Looking for more restaurant choices in Disney’s Hollywood Studios? You can also check out our video below where we RANK every single restaurant in the park! We’ve Eaten at Every Restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. These Are the BEST. 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 eaten at either of these restaurants? Which is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post Roundup Rodeo BBQ vs. Sci-Fi Dine-In in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Netflix has been making some changes lately to deal with its streaming struggles. ©Netflix With services like Disney+, Hulu, and HBO Max to compete with, Netflix has had to adjust to try to stay ahead of the game. Last year, the company laid off hundreds of employees, created ad-supported membership tiers, and put into motion a plan to start charging for password sharing. The company has already started to roll out the password-sharing crackdown in international markets, but it looks like US streamers might have a bit more time to take advantage of their friends’ accounts before Netflix takes this perk away. According to CNBC, Netflix modified the timeline for its password-sharing plan, which was discussed in the earnings release this week. Originally, the company planned on charging for password sharing by the end of the first quarter of 2023, but that has now been delayed to the second quarter. ©Joan Cros | Nurphoto | Getty Images The company stated that “while this means that some of the expected membership growth and revenue benefit will fall in Q3 rather than Q2, we believe this will result in a better outcome from both our members and our business.” Netflix has shared that this type of initiative has done well for them in international markets — while initially it was met with cancellations, eventually it led to more subscribers and revenue. ©William Antonelli/Business Insider In these instances, password-borrowers would eventually sign up for their own accounts as well as add “extra member” accounts, which boosted revenue. And it seems Netflix is hoping a similar outcome will happen with this Q2 rollout, and (thanks in part to that) will still be spending quite a bit on new content. Netflix plans to spend around $17 billion on 2024 content. So, it looks like this crackdown is still happening, it is just getting pushed back a bit. We’ll continue to keep our eye on the situation, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see a FULL lineup of shows and movies coming to Disney+ in April 2023 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 will you do when this crackdown happens later this year? Let us know in the comments below! The post Netflix DELAYS Plans to Charge for Password-Sharing first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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When it comes to planning a trip to Disney World, there are many factors you need to consider! Cinderella Castle Not only do you have to figure out dates that work for you and your group’s schedule, but then you have to buy tickets, make Park Pass Reservations, decide if you want Genie+, book a hotel, and create dining reservations. On top of all that, there are some things that will be different at Disney World in February. Let’s jump in and see what changes are hitting the resort! 100th Anniversary Comes to Disney World with Themed Months Now that the 50th anniversary has come to an end, the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company is making its way to Disney World. There is already 100th anniversary decor out in the parks and Disney recently announced what we can expect from the celebrations. Disney World Each month, there will be different Disney stories to celebrate. For May, “All things from a galaxy far, far away will be featured with an emphasis on Star Wars”. This makes sense considering May the 4th is one of the biggest days for Star Wars fans, so you can celebrate Star Wars ALL month long! Hollywood Studios At this time, Disney has not announced any special treats or experiences for the month of May, but we’ll be sure to keep you updated! More Details Revealed About the 100th Anniversary Celebration at Disney World Fantasmic! Closure There are many fabulous entertainment options in Disney’s Hollywood Studios including Beauty and the Beast — Live on Stage and Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular. But many people’s days are not complete without watching the nighttime spectacular Fantasmic! What a show! Unfortunately, this show will be closed for a quick refurbishment — if you were hoping to watch the show on May 1st or May 2nd, there will not be any showtimes on those days. Luckily this closure won’t last long, but it will certainly impact your plans on those first two days of May! ALERT. Temporary CLOSURE Announced for Fantasmic! in Disney World A Popular Character Breakfast Returns Character dining is a super popular dining option for many in Disney World! And in May, one character dining spot is bringing back its breakfast and lunch — it’s Akershus Royal Banquet Hall! Akershus Royal Banquet Hall Located in the Norway pavilion in EPCOT, this restaurant is known for its Disney Princess character meals. We covered the reopening back in November 2022, but dinner was the only meal that returned at the time. Now we have a full menu and pricing for the breakfast option that officially returns on May 14th, 2023! FULL MENU REVEALED for Akershus Breakfast Reopening in Disney World Special After Hours Events Return There are several special After Hours events returning to Disney World in May! First up is Moonlight Magic in Hollywood Studios which is exclusive to Disney Vacation Club Members! The event will be held on May 11th, 2023 and the second event here will be held later this year on September 13th, 2023. Early registration has passed, but general registration for the May event opens on May 3rd. Hollywood Studios during After Hours Speaking of Moonlight Magic, Typhoon Lagoon is also hosting an event for DVC Members in May! Moonlight Magic at the water park will take place on May 23rd and later this year on August 25th, 2023. Early registration opens on April 26th to eligible DVC Members and general registration opens on May 11th for the May 23rd event! WELCOME to Typhoon Lagoon! Typhoon Lagoon is a busy place in May because the water park is also bringing back its H2O Glow Nites! This is a separately ticketed After Hours event on select nights this summer starting May 20th. Learn more about the event and the dates here! Typhoon Lagoon After Hours So if you are looking for some fun After Hours events, check these out starting in May! Registration Dates Announced for Moonlight Magic Events in Disney World New Farmer’s Feast Menu We’re right in the middle of the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival and we’re continuing to enjoy our favorite eats. But did you know there’s a booth at the fest that has a rotating menu? And it’s changing in May! EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival From May 21st to July 5th (the end of the festival), the Farmer’s Feast booth will change up its menu! Here’s a look at the Summer Solstice Menu starting on May 21st: Tomato and Red Onion Panzanella with avocado, burrata cheese, and fresh basil Barbecued Seared Pork Tenderloin with summer succotash, herb butter, and grapefruit vinaigrette (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) Sweet Corn Crème Brûlée with corn biscotti (New) Farmers Feast Outdoor Kitchen 2023 We’ll be sure to try it out and let you know our honest thoughts on these food items! EVERYTHING You Need to Eat and Drink at the 2023 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival Those are the biggest changes coming to Disney World in May 2023! We’ll keep you up-to-date on any more changes that could impact your trip, so keep following DFB. We’ve got a great resource for you when you plan your NEXT Disney World trip – our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining. We wrote our ebook after decades of visiting Disney World so that we could help you have a stress-free vacation! Click here and use code WDW2023 to get 25% off! What Time of Year Should You Visit 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 change are you looking forward to most in April at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! 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Who’s ready to buy a Disney World Annual Pass? Walt Disney World Annual Pass After a long hiatus, Disney World is finally putting annual passes back on sale on April 20th. Lots of fans are eager to purchase one, but what will the process look like? We’ve got the full guide that you need for how to purchase a Disney World Annual Pass. This is a full guide to the process as we know it from past experiences. This post will be updated with more details and specifics once annual pass sales go live on April 20th. Step 1: Do Your Homework Disney says Annual Passes will go on sale “no earlier than” 6AM Eastern Time on April 20th. It’s probably a good idea to do some prep work beforehand, since Disney has warned that quantities of the passes are limited, and they could sell out. So, first things first, if you’re still on the fence about whether you want to buy an annual pass, you’ll want to do some research and make that decision. Here’s some info to help you decide: NEWS: PRICES Confirmed for Disney World Annual Passes When They Resume Sales EVERY SINGLE Disney World Annual Passholder Perk, And How To Use Them To Your ADVANTAGE Alright, You Want to Buy a Disney World Annual Pass. We’re Here to Help You Decide If It’s Worth It. Yep! Passholders get their own entrance lane! Now, since you’re still with us, we’re going to assume you’ve decided to buy an Annual Pass. Let’s get a couple more things ready to go before we buy. You’re going to want to buy this pass online on the Disney World website — which you will access on your phone, laptop, or other device. Let’s be sure you know the email address for your Disney account and the password (because there’s nothing more frustrating than needing to go through that “forgot password” process on a website when you’re in a hurry!). So, do a practice run by heading to the Disney World website and logging in. Take all the time you need to try multiple passwords, reset yours — whatever you need to do. That’s why we’re doing this in advance! You could have this view much more often with an annual pass. Now that you’re logged in, let’s do a couple more things… Look up at the top of the site where it says “Welcome” and your name, and click there. Now go to “Account Settings” and check to be sure your info there is correct. It’s especially important that your address here is correct if you are a Florida resident and plan to buy one of the Annual Pass levels that is available only to Florida residents — so let’s get it straightened out now in advance. (Keep in mind that you will have to verify your Florida resident status — either online or in person — to buy a Florida resident Annual Pass. You can get more information on that here if you have questions.) Disney World offers an online verification process for Florida residents. This next step is only if you’re buying an annual pass for more than one person — you need to be sure that person is linked to your account so that you can buy the pass and assign it to their name. From the website menu at the top, click on “My Disney Experience,” then choose “My Family and Friends.” A list of folks who are connected to you will show up here. Don’t see the peeps you’re going to buy a pass for? Scroll down and click “Add a Guest.” From here, you’ll have the option to add someone by manually entering their info. You can add a guest to your online Disney account. OK, we’re ready to buy that Disney World Annual Pass! (Does anyone else feel like you’re prepping to log into Ticketmaster and watch that little spinning circle for hours and then NOT get TSwift tickets? No? Just me?) Step 2: Set Your Alarm and Gather Needed Items As we said earlier, Disney World has indicated that annual passes will go on sale April 20th at 6AM. OK, they said “no earlier than 6AM,” but we’re going to take that to mean 6AM. This is 6AM EASTERN Time. Do your Time Zone calculations in advance (and check them twice, maybe phone a friend…) to determine what time that is where you live. If you’re planning to jump online to start the buying process right when sales start, set your alarm. Again, Disney has warned us that passes could sell out, so you probably do want to buy them as early as possible. Now, gather your devices. If you have more than one phone, computer, tablet, etc., we recommend using multiple devices. Disney World has said there may be a waiting room before you can buy, so we recommend using multiple devices just in case one crashes or one browser moves faster than the other. Annual Passholder Card Finally, you’re going to want to have your payment method and your ID handy. There’s nothing worse than having to get up and run across the house to grab a credit card when you need it. Have that baby ready to go. Even if you already have a payment method saved to your account, you will likely be asked for the card’s security code at check-out. Step 3: Load Up the Disney World Website It’s your moment to shine! Go to the Disney World website here, and be sure you’re logged in. Now hover over “Parks & Tickets,” and scroll alllll the way down to “Annual Passes.” Let’s gooooooo! You can also go directly to the Annual Pass sales page here — just be sure you’re logged in! From here, you can scroll down and click on the pass you want to purchase. Step 4: Select Your Pass Details Next up, you’ll see a screen that asks you to select the number of passes you want to buy, depending on how many people you’ll be purchasing the pass for. During this stage, you’ll also be able to choose your add-ons. Currently, Disney World offers add-ons for water park access and for the Memory Maker (which gives you downloads of Disney PhotoPass pictures). Each of these offerings will be available at the additional cost of $99 per pass, so keep that in mind when budgeting. Add-ons available! Now we do want you to notice one thing here — if you select the add-ons here for PhotoPass or water parks and you are buying multiple passes, EACH pass will get these add-ons. That probably makes sense if you’re planning to use the Water Park and Sports Option with your friends or family … but you may not each need the $99 PhotoPass option. You may only want ONE of those, since multiple people can be in the pictures but only one needs to be able to download them. (Speaking of that, there are situations when it may make sense to just have ONE Annual Pass in the family. Yeah — stay with us here — we’ll show you what we mean in this post.) So, if you only want one PhotoPass Downloads Add-On, and you’re buying multiple passes, you can either buy the passes separately (which seems a little risky if there are online waiting rooms and a risk of things selling out), OR you can add the PhotoPass Downloads Add-On to one of your annual pass after the fact. Now, you can’t do this online — at least it isn’t possible at the time of this writing — but you CAN buy this add-on at Guest Relations, and the Cast Members there can link it to your pass. The last thing you’ll do on this page is select your payment type. Florida Residents can opt for a payment plan, while those living in other states will need to pay for their annual pass upfront. Once that’s done, click that little green button at the bottom of your screen and add those babies to your cart! Florida residents have the option of making monthly payments on their annual passes. Step 5: Make Your Purchase Once you’ve selected all your details, you’ll be directed to your “cart” to finalize your purchase. As we mentioned above, if you’re trying to buy a Florida resident-exclusive pass, Disney will give you the option to verify your identity at this point. You can scroll down and skip this step — just know that if you do, you’ll need to show Florida resident I.D. to get in the park during your first visit. ©Disney After that, you’ll need to select a guest from your My Disney Experience Family & Friends list to assign the pass to. You can also add a new guest to your list at that time — but we already took care of that in advance, because you did your homework! Make sure to double-check which guest you choose so that you don’t assign the pass to the wrong person! ©Disney And finally, you’ll input your payment information. You can use credit, debit, Disney Visa, Click to Pay, or Disney gift cards to pay here. Once all your information is entered in the proper fields, you can agree to the terms and conditions and check out. Yay! Disney VISA So there you go — that’s how you buy a Disney World Annual Pass! We’ll keep you updated with more theme park tips and news that you need to know, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest. Hold up for a sec! Now that you’re going to be visiting Disney World more with that nifty new AP, you should check out our DFB Guide Everything Bundle here. You will get ALL of our best-selling eBooks with details on Disney World Dining, EPCOT Festivals, the BEST snacks in each park, and soooooo many tips and tricks we’ve learned over decades of visiting our happy place. Disney World Tips and Advice for 2023 — Click Here! 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. 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The Walt Disney Company is in the middle of a huge restructuring endeavor. Since late-2022, we’ve seen some big changes both in the Disney parks and on The Walt Disney Company executive board. Lately, it feels like things are changing at warp speed, and now we’ve got another update to share. Magic Kingdom Recently, Disney has been under intense scrutiny. CEO Bob Iger’s comments on the future of the Disney brand indicate he has plans to make some big changes, including a large round of layoffs. We’ve already seen 7,000 job cuts announced, and information about who may or may not be impacted. And now we’ve got more news. According to a Bloomberg report, The Walt Disney Company is planning to cut THOUSANDS of jobs starting next week. Those cuts will include “about 15% of the staff in its entertainment division,” according to some people familiar with the plans. Individuals who spoke with Bloomberg said that the cuts will impact many Disney departments ranging from TV to film to theme parks, and even corporate teams. ©D23 This news comes after CEO Bob Iger announced that job cuts would soon impact about 7,000 jobs across The Walt Disney Company. In March, Disney laid off a team of about 50 members on the next-generation storytelling and consumer-experiences unit, effectively squashing the company’s plans to expand into the metaverse. The continuing layoffs are part of Iger’s strategy to shave about $5.5 billion in annual costs. ©Reuters | Disney CEO Bob Iger Bloomberg has reported that those impacted by the upcoming layoffs could be notified as early as April 24th. The Walt Disney Company has not publicly commented on the upcoming round of layoffs. Bob Iger ©Bloomberg For more information on the recent Disney layoffs, check out our posts below. Huge Project CANCELLED at Disney; 50 Imagineers Laid Off How Job Cuts Will Impact Disney (And Who Won’t Be Affected) “There Will No Doubt Be Challenges Ahead” — Disney CEO Bob Iger Gives Huge UPDATE on Job Cuts Stay tuned to DFB for more updates. “A Political Stunt” — Donald Trump and Other Leaders Comment on DeSantis’ Feud with Disney 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 major change? Let us know in the comments. The post THOUSANDS of Job Cuts Expected to Hit Disney Theme Parks and More Next Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When Disney World introduced Genie+, EVERYTHING changed. Have you used Genie+ in Disney World? We suddenly had to learn the ins and outs of how best to use Genie+, help you decide if it’s worth it, and learn all about every tip and trick we could figure out. But Genie+ has actually changed a LOT since it was first introduced in 2021, so we’re going to go over those changes to make sure you’re as up to date as possible on ALL of the features of the service. Okay, so if you’re not familiar with Genie+ at all, here’s a quick introduction. Genie+ is an additional feature on the My Disney Experience app that allows you to bypass the standby lines for rides and access the Lightning Lanes for those rides instead, preferably for a much shorter wait time. ©Disney Many of Disney World’s rides are included, save for the more popular (and newer) rides, which have pay-per-ride system. The pay-per-ride system is the Individual Lightning Lane option and just means that those rides require an ADDITIONAL payment per person to ride if you want to access those Lightning Lanes (and skip standby lines). ©Disney Okay, got it? Well, Genie+ has seen a LOT of changes since it was first introduced, so we’re going to give you a full rundown of those so you’re ahead of the curve. Surge Pricing When Genie+ was first introduced, you paid one price per person for the service, no matter the day and that price was $15. However, Disney introduced surge pricing in 2022, which meant that Genie+ would cost MORE on days it was more in demand (aka busy days in the parks). That means on slow days, you may only pay $15, but on busy days, you can pay up to $35 (which is the highest we’ve seen so far — we expect that price could increase). ©Disney If you’re budgeting for a Disney World trip, you’ll have to figure out just how busy you think the parks will be during that time and guestimate the cost for Genie+ if you do plan on buying it for your trip. So think about this — will you be visiting during a holiday, holiday weekend, Spring Break, or during a special event? Then Genie+ will cost you more. WHY Disney Raised Genie+ Prices and How To AVOID Paying More Free On-Ride Photos Although you might be paying MORE for Genie+ now than when it was introduced, a new perk is now available through the service. You now get unlimited FREE downloads of all your on-ride photos through PhotoPass for the day you purchase Genie+. PhotoPass That means you can get your ride photos from Space Mountain, Test Track, Expedition Everest, Haunted Mansion, and more if you purchased Genie+ on the day you rode those rides. Here are all the ride photos you can get free through Genie+ Genie+ Selling Out Faster More Often If you want Genie+ on any given day in Disney World, you’re going to have to be FAST to purchase it because during busy times, we’ve seen it sell out multiple days in a row before lunchtime. You can purchase Genie+ as early as midnight on the day you need it, so you might have to stay up late to make sure you get it while it’s still available. Genie+ has sold out on busy days If it does sell out, there’s not much you can do, but if you know you’re visiting Disney World during a busy time, that’s a good indicator to be ready to buy it at midnight. Here are the signs that Genie+ might sell out Whew. We know that planning a Disney World trip is A LOT. And this Genie+ thing can be so confusing – which is why we bring you posts like this so often But we’ve also put together a complete guide in ebook format that gives you all of the info you need, all in one place! Use code WDW2023 for 25% off our DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. Ability to Modify Lightning Lane Times When Genie+ was first introduced, if you couldn’t make your Lightning Lane time or wanted something a bit more convenient for your schedule, you would have to cancel your Lightning Lane time and then re-book it. In 2022, though, Disney changed the feature so that you can now easily modify your Lightning Lane times. That includes changing specific members in your group, too, if someone decides they don’t (or do) want to ride something. Lightning Lane at Kali River Rapids Note that this change did not roll over to the Individual Lightning Lane option. Those reservations are not modifiable or refundable, so you’ll need to make sure you choose the right time when you book them. Here’s how to modify your Lightning Lane time in Genie+ When You Can Book Your Next Reservation You can only make Lightning Lane reservations one at a time, and only AFTER you’ve scanned into the Lightning Lane at that ride can you make your next Genie+ Lightning Lane selection. HOWEVER, there’s an exception to that rule: If you make a Lightning Lane reservation that is more than two hours in the future, then after two hours pass, you can make your next Lightning Lane reservation. Lightning Lane at EPCOT’s Frozen Ever After Before, you’d have to keep track of when you could book another Lightning Lane in your head, but now, Genie+ will tell you when you can make your next Lightning Lane selection, so the app keeps track of it for you. It will show at the top of the screen in the “My Disney Genie Day” part of the My Disney Experience app. Here’s more on how that works Note that MORE changes could be on the horizon for Genie+. For example, something that often happens is that once a ride is no longer really NEW, it might fall off the Individual Lightning Lane list and become a ride available on Genie+. Lightning Lane at Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, which is now on Genie+ We also don’t know just how high the price can go, so we could anticipate it being even higher when the parks are crowded (perhaps around the holidays). We also expect to see Genie+ sell out on even more dates, so that will change things a lot, too! ©Disney So if you’ve never used Genie+ or if you’ve used it before these changes went into effect, we want to make you aware of updates to the service. We’ll also continue to keep you updated on Genie+, so stay tuned to DFB for more. All About Disney Genie, Genie+, and Individual Attraction Selection READ THIS Before Using the New Genie Planning Tool in Disney World Check Out the FULL List of Rides Included With Genie+ in Disney World See What Rides You Can Pay EXTRA for in Disney World & How Much They May Cost Learn What Rides Are Included With Genie+ in Disneyland (Plus the Ones You’ll Pay EXTRA to Ride) You CAN’T Re-Ride Disney World Attractions With Genie+ You CAN’T Cancel Pay-Per-Ride Selections in Disney World Get the Answers to All of Your Burning Questions About Disney Genie See Why You May Want to Stay in a Disney World Hotel When it Comes to Disney’s Pay-Per-Ride System Here’s What Annual Passholders and Magic Key Holders Need to Know About Genie+ See 5 Ways Genie+ Might Surprise You Learn Some Disney Genie HACKS Get a Step-by-Step Guide to Using Disney Genie+ See Genie+ Tips for the Most Crowded Days in Disney World and Disneyland Still Confused About Disney Genie? Check Out These DFB Videos Learn About How Disney Genie Can Be Your Personal Assistant in Disney World Click HERE to See More About Disney Genie Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Have you used Genie+ recently in Disney World? How’d it go? Let us know in the comments! The post 5 Disney Genie+ Updates That Change Everything first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s time for us to finally address the skeletons Disney’s been tucking away in their closet. Magic Kingdom What does Disney World keep doing WRONG, over and over again? Find out today, on DFB Guide. Check out our video below about Things Disney Keeps Getting Wrong!  Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more Disney news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! 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 Disney keeps getting wrong? Let us know in the comments below. The post DFB Video: Things Disney Keeps Getting Wrong first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get your wallets ready! Pixar merch We love finding a good deal, but some of the best sales don’t last long. If you’re looking for some new cute Disney merch, you’re going to want to keep reading ASAP! Over on shopDisney, there is a flash sale for today only. You’ll find select tees and tops are 40% off! ©Disney With the live-action The Little Mermaid premiere right around the corner, you might be looking for some mermaid-themed items, and this Ariel Fashion T-Shirt for Adults could be great to pick up. ©Disney It features a stylized Ariel screen art illustration on the front, drop shoulders, and glitter details. It’s available at a discount now thanks to this special sale. Click here to buy this Ariel the Little Mermaid shirt now If you’re excited about the new Moana live-action movie news, this Moana Nightshirt for Girls is a great way to celebrate! ©Disney It features images of Moana and her oar and is covered with Hawaiian beach vibes. This is another one you can get at a discount today! Click here to get this Moana Nightshirt for Girls Don’t forget, Star Wars Day (May the 4th) is coming soon, so make sure you have something to celebrate. This Boba Fett T-Shirt for Adults features screen art of Boba Fett with HD ink details and embroidered Aurebesh text. ©Disney May the Fourth be with you in this cotton jersey tee. Grab it at a discount while you can! Click here to order this Boba Fett Shirt for Adults There’s even a Boba Fett Tea T-Shirt for Kids! ©Disney This sensory-friendly shirt features some artwork of ”Boba Tea” with the famous bounty hunter’s helmet as the lid. Again, it’s a shirt you’ll want to pick up ASAP to take advantage of this sale. Click here to get this Boba Fett Tea T-Shirt for kids Make sure you hop on this sale soon — it ends tonight! Click here to shop the entire sale online We’ll continue looking out for all the best Disney tips, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Click here to see even MORE discounts online! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which item are you adding to your cart ASAP? Let us know in the comments below! The post ACT FAST! Disney’s Flash Sale Ends TONIGHT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When most people think of Disney World, chances are they don’t think of swanky bars, strong cocktails, and daring eats — but maybe they should. The Edison in Disney Springs Over in Disney Springs, you’ll find The Edison. This restaurant features classic American food, craft cocktails, and live entertainment including cabaret, music, and more in the evenings. Not only that, but it’s one of our favorite places to catch special events — and, we just so happen to be bringing you with us to experience one! The next time you’re looking to step up your Disney World trip — consider checking out The Edison in Disney Springs! This restaurant features delicious food, drinks, and even has special entertainment and events. We were lucky enough to be invited by The Edison to check out their Whiskey & Wonder event! Whiskey & Wonder! This year’s Whiskey & Wonder was held on Saturday, April 15th. This was a ticketed, private event that featured exclusive whiskey tastings along with delicious small bites to eat! Some of the drinks even featured a bit of magic, like this liquid nitrogen. There were SO many cool cocktails! There were quite a few stations set up, each with a whiskey drink paired with a sampling of the yummy eats you might find on the menu, though not everything we tried is available on the regular menu. One of the stations Our personal favorite pairing was the Woodford Reserve Mint Julep with barbecue ribs. Woodford Reserve Mint Julep The sweetness of the mint julep was so nice with the smokiness of the ribs, and the ribs were made with a whiskey glaze which gave them a little sticky sweetness as well. The ribs were SO good! We tried the Teeling Irish Coffee, made with Teeling Irish Whiskey. This was delicious — more like a dessert than a drink. There were some chocolate notes along with the coffee, but the whiskey certainly made itself known as well. It went down pretty smoothly — a little too smoothly, maybe. Irish Coffee It was paired with a Tiramisu that wasn’t too sweet, but had the same coffee and chocolate notes as the drink. It was light and made for a nice treat amongst all the savory flavors we tried at this event. Tiramisu Next up was the Angel’s Envy Smoked Old Fashioned, and it was excellent. The bourbon itself was a bit on the sweet side and when paired with the orange mist and peel brought out the citrus notes in it. We loved the smokiness of this drink, it added a bit more depth than what you might expect from a regular old-fashioned. Angel’s Envy Smoked Old Fashioned This was paired with The Edison’s famous Clothesline Candied Bacon — which was smoked with a torch right in front of our eyes. Not only was it literally like eating candy, but it’s always a good day when you watch your food get torched on a clothesline. The Edison’s DB Clothesline Candied Bacon The Toki Highball was extremely light and refreshing. There was a carbonation factor here that reminded us of a citrusy soda like Sprite, but the whiskey helped cut down on any sweetness. We loved the fruity and floral notes in this drink! Toki Highball The Yakitori Style Teriyaki Chicken wings were incredibly flavorful, and we loved that they were prepared fresh on the Yakitori grill. The teriyaki sauce was sweet and salty, while the Yakitori lent a charred flavor thanks to the grill. We probably could have eaten a lot more of these! Yakitori Teriyaki Chicken Wings We also sampled some Johnnie Walker Blue, which is often described as having notes of vanilla and honey. For a Scotch Whisky, this is so, so smooth and hardly has any bite. There’s a peatiness you’ll find in most Scotches, but something about this one makes it stand out. It’s not sweet like bourbon or other whiskeys, but it is delicious all the same. Johnnie Walker Blue The Smoked Whiskey Chocolate Truffle was the perfect after-Scotch treat. We didn’t get too much of the smokiness, but it was still a very good truffle that chocolate lovers would absolutely enjoy. Smoked Chocolate Truffle Next, we tried the Bulleit Bourbon Porthole cocktail, which was definitely the most non-whiskey-drinker-friendly drink we had at the event. It was rather fruity and sweet, so if that’s your style you might like this. We do wish the bourbon would have been a bit more prominent here, but overall it was still a good cocktail. Bulleit Bourbon The porthole drink was paired with an incredible flatbread made with warm brie, tomato jam, and Bulleit maple. The tomato jam was the star of the show here — who knew what is essentially ketchup could taste like that?! The brie was melty and quite good as well, though we didn’t notice much of a maple flavor. Brie and Tomato Jam Flatbread Finally, we had the Chili Lime Ceviche Mini Tacos. We’ve eaten a lot of tacos in our day, and this one was on the unique side! The taco shell was made from a wonton wrapper, and the flavors were so, so fresh. The pico de gallo was tangy but didn’t have a big kick, while the ceviche was flavorful, citrusy, and delicious. Ceviche Taco While this event is over, The Edison is always a happening place to be and we’ll be keeping an eye out for more special events! In the meantime, consider stopping by on your next Disney World trip for something a bit more swanky. You won’t be disappointed! As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney World news and more. Check Out Our Review of Another Special Event at The Edison 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! 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We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by The Edison to attend their Whiskey & Wonder event. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post Why You Should Stop at This Disney Springs Restaurant on Your Next Trip first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. A lot of people use spring as an excuse to clean out their spaces and refresh their homes and wardrobes for the new season. Happy spring! We do that too, but it’s usually to make room for all the new Disney merchandise that pops up in the parks and online. It’s even better when shopDisney has a sale, because then we can save money while restocking our Disney collection. Get ready, because it’s time to go online shopping! Here are seven of our favorite things discounted right now at shopDisney! If you love Disney as much as we do, we think you could love some of these items. We’ll start off with the Anna and Elsa Collector Doll Set by Brittany Lee. ©Disney This set comes with both Anna and Elsa, and includes their original dresses from the movie. Click here to purchase the Anna and Elsa Collector Doll Set Next up, we have this Groot Ear Headband! ©Disney These ears have a base of brown corduroy and feature an image of Groot on the front of one ear, and “I Am Groot” on the back of the ear. Click here to purchase the Groot Ear Headband Looking for a new wallet to hold all your cards and cash while in the parks? This Minnie Mouse Card Wallet could do the trick! ©Disney This black and white wallet is themed to the classic Mickey Mouse films and features Minnie with her flower hat — and it’s marked down to less than $10! Click here to purchase the Minnie Mouse Card Wallet If you’re a Toy Story fan, this Woody and Bo Peep Loungefly Mini Backpack could be your next park bag. ©Disney This blue backpack features a background that resembles the wallpaper in Andy’s bedroom with an image of Woody and Bo Peep on the front. This one is 35% off! Click here to purchase the Woody and Bo Peep Loungefly Mini Backpack This could be your last chance to get this Mickey Mouse 50th Anniversary Grand Finale Spirit Jersey! ©Disney This blue spirit jersey features the Fab 5 and the Disney World castle and logo in gold print. Click here to purchase the 50th Anniversary Grand Finale Spirit Jersey Any coffee or tea drinkers? This Mickey Mouse Disney World Mug by COACH could be your next favorite. ©Disney This designer red mug features the COACH logo and an image of Mickey Mouse in front of the castle. Click here to purchase the Mickey Mouse Disney World Mug by COACH Last but not least, we have this black Genuine Mousewear Long Sleeve Shirt. ©Disney This shirt could be a great layering piece for spring time in the parks! Click here to purchase the black Genuine Mousewear Long Sleeve Shirt What do you think? Did you find your next favorite Disney item? Here at DFB, we’re always on the lookout for the best Disney merchandise deals for our readers, so make sure to follow along for more! Oh, and click the link below to check out more recent shopDisney finds. Click here for more shopDisney finds! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which of these shopDisney items is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post A Toy Story Loungefly and MORE Disney Stuff That's Discounted Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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If you, like many others, have not been able to get the songs of Disney’s Encanto out of your head, we’ve got an event for YOU. Encanto Topiaries While you can celebrate your love for Encanto with unique merchandise, a visit to EPCOT (where there are Encanto topiaries at the Flower & Garden Festival), and more. You can also celebrate it with special events like Disney on Ice. Last year, we saw the Encanto sing-along concert event come to cities around the country and we’re excited to share that it’s coming back, and it could be coming to YOU! The Encanto sing-along concert event (Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert) is going back on TOUR this year. ©Disney This event showcases the full feature-length film along with an on-stage band. You can sing along as much as you want, as audience participation is highly encouraged, and on-screen lyrics will be available for you to follow along with. On AMP-Worldwide, you can see more information about the dates of the tour and exactly what cities it’ll be visiting. It’ll start on September 19th and be available in various cities through November 12th. ©AMP-Worldwide Tickets for most of the tour dates will go on sale this Friday (April 21st) (you can see some exceptions here), and (according to Disney) there is a presale that starts today (April 18th) at 10AM local. You will need to use the passcode: ENCANTOSINGALONG to check that out. Mirabel in a surprise parade at Disney World Be sure to see if the concert is coming to a city near you and grab those Encanto costumes now so you can be prepared. We’ll stay on the lookout for more ways you can celebrate your love of Disney without needing a park ticket, so stay tuned! Click here for more about Disney on Ice coming to Orlando 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. Will you be seeing one of the Encanto concerts? Let us know in the comments! The post Why Disney Fans Need to Clear Their Calendars For This Fall first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article