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We’re wrapping up Spring Break season, not even into summer yet, but Disney World is already thinking about the HOLIDAYS. Hollywood Studios Christmas tree That’s right! Not only is Disney celebrating Halfway to Halloween right now, but the company is also prepping for Halloween and Christmas events in the parks. How so? Well, we found a fun little hint to what we can expect for Halloween a few days ago…and now we’ve got one for Christmas as well. On the Disney Auditions website, there’s currently a listing for parade performers. Which parade? Why it’s for both Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade and Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade! ©Disney The posting lists instructions for the audition process and also notes that the performers should be available from June 2023 through January 2024. That would be a commitment for the rehearsal season before the holidays, the Halloween season that’s usually August-October, and the Christmas season that’s usually November-December. These two parades are prominently featured during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, but neither party is specifically mentioned in the audition post. Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade We’ll have to wait until we get official confirmation about the parties returning, but for now, we at least know that the parades will be back! We can’t wait to check them out later this year and see all the talented performers in action. If you want to audition for the parades, you’ll need to hurry — the deadline for submissions is April 18th! The Holidays Are COMING! Stay tuned to DFB for more news and updates about all the holiday season happenings in Disney World! We’ll keep you in the loop. Click Here to See the List of Halfway to Halloween Snacks in Disney World! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2023 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Pre-Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2023 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2023 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to pre-order your 2023 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: Pre-Order The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2023 Pre-Order The 2023 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2023 Pre-Order 2023 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Guide All Three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get All of the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World from 2022 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you visiting Disney World during the holidays this year? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney Dropped a SECRET Hint About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in 2023 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

EPCOT has so many food options to try — how could you possibly narrow down your choices?! La Cantina de San Angel Between riding rides like Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind, checking out the EPCOT festivals throughout the year, and seeing the concerts and fireworks at night, it can be hard to fit in time to sit and enjoy a table service meal, so we’re checking out a popular counter-service restaurant today! La Cantina de San Angel is the first counter service location you will pass by if you “go left” as you’re entering the World Showcase. This restaurant is open for lunch and dinner and is moderately priced by Disney World standards. The menu includes an array of Mexican-inspired dishes, and we recently grabbed a few to try! Atmosphere La Cantina de San Angel’s outdoor seating La Cantina de San Angel’s location allows you to eat overlooking the World Showcase lagoon. Outdoor seating! There are multiple seating areas, but because of its popularity, you may have to find somewhere nearby to sit and eat — or scout a table if you’re not one of the first to order at the lunch opening. Evenings can be quite busy here, too…because the huge draw is the great view of the EPCOT fireworks and lagoon show. Sitting out here, over the water, with a taco platter and a margarita is basically the perfect EPCOT evening experience — and it’s cheap. But guess what. Everybody else knows it, too. So if you want your perfect seat for the fireworks, get here early! Covered outdoor seating section There are a few condiment stations around the outdoor seating areas. Condiment stations This is where you will pick up your cutlery, napkins, and your choice of salsas. Which is your favorite? There’s currently a choice of mild Salsa Verde or hot Chipotle salsa. Order stations As you walk up to the restaurant, there will be several stations to order your food from a cast member. La Cantina de San Angel does not currently offer mobile ordering. Menu Let’s take a look at all there is to eat (and drink) here! Chicken and rice, tacos with a variety of proteins, and nachos are on the menu here, along with side items like rice, black beans, and fried plantains. La Cantina de San Angel’s menu And here’s a look at the drinks menu, which includes margaritas and sangria because — hey, we’re in Mexico! Drink menu There are a few different choices of flavors in margaritas here with options in both “on the rocks” and “frozen”. Line menu If you’ve found yourself lined up to eat here, you’ll probably encounter a few of these signs. These are posted right beside the line before you order, so you can be prepared when you get to the window. There are also a few offerings for Kid’s meals like Emapadas con Queso, Chicken Tenders, Chicken Tacos, and Macaroni and Cheese. You can also get churros and ice cream here — we recently tried the Churro Sundae! Eats Now let’s get to eating! First up, we tried the Guacamole with Totopos. Guacamole with Totopos Don’t those look yummy? Well, they were as great as they look! The nacho chips were crisp, and the guacamole was fresh, creamy, and smooth with just a few bits of avocado — and you could taste a hint of lime flavor. Guacamole with Totopos This is a large portion , so if you’re looking to order it, come with an empty stomach or enlist the help of a friend because it is easily a shareable snack. Our only complaint on this one is there are so many tortilla chips with not enough guac — so you may run out of guac before you run out of chips. We grabbed this from the menu for $10! Next up we tried the Empanadas con Queso. Empanadas con Queso This one is offered as an adult meal with 3 empanadas or as a kid’s meal with fewer. It’s served with sides of rice and black beans topped with queso fresco. The empanadas are housemade flour tortillas with cheese inside of them. They are drizzled with cilantro-based salsa. Inside look! Here’s an inside look at what’s offered in the empanadas, and, well, it’s not much. There truly is only cheese on the inside. This is definitely a dish best served warm, because as soon as it gets colder, the cheese started to meld together to form one big, rubbery blob. For the quantity of the meal, though, we thought it was a decent value at $13.75! Last up, to round out our review we tried the Taco Trio. Taco Trio This sampling of tacos offered one of each in Barbacoa, Pollo (chicken), and Camaron (shrimp), served with sides of rice and queso fresco-topped black beans. We snagged this dish for $14.99. Here’s a look at the Barabacoa taco. Barbacoa Taco from the Taco Trio The meat was fresh and easily pulled apart and had a distinct flavor that was different from the other two tacos. The meat was packed together and yummy, but not too full that the taco fell apart. The complimentary salsas from the condiment station really helped give it an extra kick with either the mild or hot. Pollo Taco from the Taco Trio Here’s a look at the Pollo or chicken taco. This was also one that was meat filled but not overly packed into the taco to break it apart. The chicken was grilled and fresh, and was cut into strips. We were surprised that it wasn’t a pulled, stringy version of chicken. This was another one we really enjoyed, because the grill gave the chicken another layer of flavor that really contributed to the overall taste. Camaron Taco from the Taco Trio Let’s talk about this Camaron taco! There’s a lot to offer here between the breaded Camaron (shrimp) and its toppings. The breading was light but crispy, and the shrimp had a fresh snap to them when you bit into them. This is also filled with veggie and fruit toppings that added an extra crunch to it all. This was a welcomed addition to the trio paired against two richer meat options. We’ve noted before that the Taco Trio is a good option to split with someone else if you aren’t famished, and you can see more of our favorite shareble meals here! Overall Overall all of these dishes were a win for us, and the added bonus of al fresco dining over the World Showcase lagoon definitely added to our enjoyment of this meal. If you’re looking for something light but filling any of these options would be great to try out on your next visit! Salsa As an added tip if you come to eat in the early lunch hours cast members will offer additional indoor seating inside La Hacienda de San Angel. It’s also a great option to sit and eat during the night just before the nightly fireworks so if that’s on your wish list, we recommend getting your spot early! Nosh or Not? You should try La Cantina de San Angel if…. You’re looking for a great Mexican counter service option. You love tacos. You’re looking for lighter options to keep snacking around the World Showcase. You’re feeling adventurous with flavors. You want to dine somewhere that has moderate pricing. You should pass on La Cantina de San Angel if… You’re not a fan of Mexican cuisine. You have picky eaters. You are looking for a very hearty meal. You prefer to dine indoors. If you’re planning a Disney World trip, we can help! Order our 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! It contains extensive info and reviews on EVERY dining option in Disney World, as well as advice on every aspect of your visit — from choosing a hotel to family activities to budgeting! Click here to order! 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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Have you ever taken the last bite of your DOLE Whip at Disney World while secretly wishing that you could just bottle up the treat and all the magic and take it home with you? Pineapple Dole Whip Well, now you can! We found out recently that DOLE was planning to launch a store-bought DOLE Whip line in grocery stores that features pineapple, mango, and strawberry flavors. If that sounds like a dream come true to you, it’s about to get even better. We heard that the DOLE Whips might pop up in the Orlando area first, so we made a grocery run to the Walmart in Kissimmee, Florida, and we found Mango DOLE Whip in the freezer aisle for $7.24! The box contains four 3.6-ounce cups. It goes without saying that this bad boy ended up in our cart. Forget dinner plans — it’s DOLE Whip time. DOLE Whip time! The box contains four individually-packaged DOLE Whip cups. The box recommends letting the cups thaw for 5-10 minutes so that the DOLE Whip will be extra creamy. Back of the DOLE Whip Box When we took the cups out of the box, we couldn’t help but notice how small and cute they were! Each cup is 110 calories and is dairy-free, so plant-based eaters can enjoy this treat (just like they can with most DOLE Whip flavors in the parks). The ingredients in this grocery store version also seem to be more “real” than the ones used in the parks’ version of DOLE Whip. If you check out the wholesale DOLE Whip mix that Disney uses, you’ll find that the first two ingredients are Sugar and Dextrose. By contrast, the first two ingredients in the kind we found at Walmart are Mango Puree and Organic Coconut Cream (although the Walmart version still contains some sugar). So…what does it taste like? Does it live up to the DOLE Whips in the parks? Let’s find out. DOLE Whip time! WOW. This snack is DELICIOUS. It was so creamy — much creamier than we expected. We’d even say that it’s creamier than the DOLE Whips in the parks. The consistency was similar to coconut cream. Coconut is the second ingredient, so this makes sense! However, it doesn’t have a coconut flavor at all. It tasted like fresh, creamy, blended mango. This snack is DFB-approved! We also can’t ignore how great of a deal this is. At the price of $7.24 for four containers, this version seems to be cheaper than the snack in Disney World. (That price for the box puts each cup at $1.81.) Although you get more in each serving in the park, a single serving of DOLE Whip at Aloha Isle in Magic Kingdom costs $5.99. We definitely recommend this to anyone who loves fruit — especially mango — and enjoys the super creamy texture. The fruit taste isn’t as sharp as what you’d get in the parks, but that’s just us being SUPER picky. This snack is truly delicious. So is the Walmart version actually BETTER than the Disney World version? It seems to be creamier, cheaper, and better for you, but we can’t deny that there’s just something super special about eating a DOLE Whip in Magic Kingdom. So maybe the best move is to pack a few of these containers in a cooler bag to take into the park! That could be an especially handy trick for larger groups or families who don’t want to spend too much on snacks. Delicious! What do you think? Will you be trying these DOLE Whips? Here at DFB, we’re always on the lookout for Disney news and updates, whether that be in the parks or in your local grocery store. Follow along for more Disney-related content, and click the link below to check out some of our favorite in-park snacks if you’ll be headed to Disney World soon. Oh, and while you’re here…have you checked our DFB exclusive graphic tees and merch? It’s super fun stuff to wear to the parks, or to rep your happy place at the grocery store when you go search for the new DOLE Whips! Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! Looking for snack recommendations? We’ve got you covered. Click here for more! 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 trying these DOLE Whips? Let us know in the comments! The post HOT TAKE 🔥 DOLE Whip from Walmart Might Be…BETTER than from Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We ran across a great deal on shopDisney (Disney’s online merchandise store), and you need to know about it! Loungefly bags shopDisney has just released a new offer that can also be paired with free shipping but you have to meet certain eligibility requirements in order to utilize the discounts. If you have a Disney Visa card and you’ve been watching your emails lately, you may have received a message from shopDisney and scrolled right past it…but you’ll want to go back and check it out, because you could be missing out on big Disney savings. ©Disney This offer allows Disney Visa cardmembers to save 20% on purchases on shopDisney of $50 or more, which is a pretty good deal. You’ll use the discount code DVCCMAGIC at checkout to save. But it gets even better! This offer can also be combined with a free shipping discount on qualifying purchases of $75 or more. That sounds like a pretty sweet deal, right?! Use the promo code SHIPMAGIC to get free shipping on those orders. ©Visa This is a cardmember exclusive deal, which Disney is known to run from time to time. We’ve also seen exclusive cardmember deals for Walt Disney World hotels and package offers that allow you to book great discounts. Here are a few great finds we’ve seen at shopDisney to inspire your next Disney merch haul! We’re digging this new Moana Dooney and Bourke backpack. ©Disney This beautifully crafted tote features a stunning screen art portrait of Moana on coated cotton. The stitched leather finishings against the neutral-toned geometric background really tie the whole art together. This bag also features two interior slip pockets, a cell phone pocket, an interior key hook, gold-tone hardware with metal feet, and an adjustable leather shoulder strap. This bag is also part of the Moana Spotlight collection. Click here to shop the Moana Dooney and Bourke backpack! While we’re shopping for Moana merch, let us tell you about this new Moana Ear Headband! Moana Ears This new set of Minnie ears is inspired by Moana and accents the blooming Polynesian flowers! The center bow is strategically replaced with multicolored flowers complimented by island-inspired artwork depicting the waves and elements of the sea that Moana must cross on her journey. These ears are a great way to celebrate the anticipation of the Journey of Water –Inspired by Moana water attraction coming to EPCOT later this year. Click here to shop the Moana Ear Headband! If you’re looking for the latest Loungefly to hit the Disney parks, we’ve got the next one lined up for you! Backpack This Disney Parks Loungefly Mini Backpack by Joey Chou is amazing! This beautiful design draws inspiration from both the Disneyland and Walt Disney World parks and ties them both together in one front design. The artwork is further highlighted against a turquoise background and leather straps along with goldtone hardware and two side pockets. The inside cloth lining features more Disney park characters, attractions, and park icons. Click here to shop the Disney Parks Loungefly Mini Backpack by Joey Chou! All this new Disney merch is making us antsy to plan our next Disney trip! For the latest in Disney parks news and all the best deals, stay tuned to DFB! A NEW Skyliner Popcorn Bucket Is Now Available in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which Disney merch are you snagging with this new offer? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney Visa Cardmembers, This Disney Discount Is for You! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We know it’s springtime, but summer is fast approaching, and if you’re planning on heading to Disney World for summer vacation, there’s something you need to know! Cinderella Castle We’re always on the lookout for ways that can help save you money on your upcoming trips like discounts and deals on your hotel stay, your flights, and more. We just found a limited-time deal that can get you savings on airline tickets! JetBlue is back with a new sale to help you save on your summer travel. They’ve announced their Spring Into Summer Sale with one-way fares as low as $54 — so you’ll really want to jump on these deals NOW! ©JetBlue In this sale, we found some fares on flights to the Orlando International Airport from cities like New York for $54. ©JetBlue There were also some discounts on flights to Orlando from Boston, Rhode Island, Buffalo, Richmond, and more. The prices and destinations available through the deal vary depending on which airport you’re flying out of. ©JetBlue The fares do include government taxes and fees, but you’ll need to book ASAP! This sale ends on April 20th and your flight must be booked by 11:59PM ET or local time. Travel dates must fall between May 2nd and June 21st, 2023. ©JetBlue Visit JetBlue.com for the full list of terms and conditions and to book this offer. As usual, make sure to follow us for more travel news and Disney updates! Click here for info on Non-Stop Flight deals Travel Updates, Tips, and Tricks Complete Guide to Booking the CHEAPEST Flight to Disney World What to Do if Your Flight to Disney World Is Canceled Our Best Tips For Flying Through the Orlando International Airport Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get to Disney World From the Orlando Airport The Ultimate Disney World Packing List for 2022 You’re SLEEPING on These Packing Hacks Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life 8 Catastrophic Travel Mistakes and How to Solve Them The BEST and WORST Airlines in the US, Ranked by Customer Complaints The MOST and LEAST Reliable Airlines in the U.S. This Small Change Will Save You From Lost Luggage The Best Disney Luggage for 2023 21 Things a Former Flight Attendant Needs You To Know 7 Highest-Rated Travel Items on Amazon Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Will you be checking out this sale? Let us know in the comments below! The post You Could Fly to Disney World for ! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s the moment Disney fans have been waiting for. Walt Disney World Annual Pass Well, almost! Disney World recently announced that Annual Passes would be going on sale — this is the first time in a long time that visitors will have the option to purchase any pass. Annual Pass sales were originally paused after the COVID-19 park closures in 2020 and after resuming sales in September 2021, they were paused again in November 2021 for most pass types. Now we know EXACTLY when you can buy that new Annual Pass! Disney recently announced that all Incredi-Pass, Sorcerer Pass, and Pirate Pass would resume sales on April 20th. The Pixie Pass is already available for Florida residents to purchase and will continue to be on sale. Annual Passholder Magnet If you’re planning to buy a pass you’ll want to set your alarms EARLY — Disney just added an update to their website that notes “new sales can be purchased online no earlier than 6AM Eastern Time.” Annual Passholder Honey Nut Latte Since Disney World Annual Passes have limited quantity, you will want to be ready to go around 6AM when the passes are on sale again. There is a chance that they could sell out, so it’s better to wake up early and increase your chances of buying a pass. Disney also mentioned that the online purchase strategy may include a waiting room like it did the last time Annual Passes went on sale. Disney World Annual Passholder Popcorn Bucket Annual Pass prices were raised in November 2022, and those prices will remain the same when Annual Passes go on sale on April 20th. Here are the prices for each pass and who can purchase them: Disney Incredi-Pass: $1,399 (All visitors) Disney Sorcerer Pass: $969 (Eligible DVC Members and Florida residents only) Disney Pirate Pass: $749 (Florida residents only) Disney Pixie Pass: $399 (Florida residents only) We’ll keep you in the loop on any updates regarding these Annual Pass sales, but if you plan on buying one, set those alarms now! Stay tuned to DFB for more. Now That Disney World Annual Passes Are Back, We Need to TALK 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. Do you plan on buying a Disney World Annual Pass? Let us know in the comments! The post Set Your Alarms! 🚨 TIME ANNOUNCED for WHEN Disney World Annual Passes Go On Sale first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re flying Southwest, be prepared for some big complications today. Southwest Airlines After canceling thousands of flights in late 202, facing massive backlash due to those issues, and promising improvements for the future, it seems issues have impacted Southwest once again in a big way. According to WESH 2 News, ALL flights by Southwest Airlines were grounded throughout the United States on April 18th for a period of time. A Tweet by the Federal Aviation Administration indicated that Southwest requested the FAA pause their departures. The FAA later indicated the ground stop for all Southwest Flights was canceled. https://twitter.com/FAANews/status/1648341637238599681?s=20 Southwest posted a message on Twitter saying “We have had to implement a ground stop as a result of intermittent issues that were experienced, and we should hopefully be resuming our operation as soon as possible.” According to FlightAware, around 1,249 Southwest flights (about 30%) were delayed as of 11:01AM ET. By 11:05AM ET, around 1,512 Southwest flights were listed as delayed. Southwest Plane In various responses made to comments on Twitter, Southwest apologized for any inconvenience that had been caused. Even though the ground stop has been lifted, it could lead to some continued delays as Southwest resumes operations and tries to get back on schedule. So if you’re flying with Southwest today, be sure to check and see if your flight is delayed and how that might impact your plans. Southwest Airlines To learn more about the changes Southwest had discussed to help reduce cancelations, click here. And click here to see the tricks they could use to help you board your plane faster. Stay tuned for more news. Click here to see more about what Southwest Airlines is doing to fix its issues exposed by the holiday travel delays Travel Updates, Tips, and Tricks Complete Guide to Booking the CHEAPEST Flight to Disney World What to Do if Your Flight to Disney World Is Canceled Our Best Tips For Flying Through the Orlando International Airport Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get to Disney World From the Orlando Airport The Ultimate Disney World Packing List for 2022 You’re SLEEPING on These Packing Hacks Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life 8 Catastrophic Travel Mistakes and How to Solve Them The BEST and WORST Airlines in the US, Ranked by Customer Complaints The MOST and LEAST Reliable Airlines in the U.S. This Small Change Will Save You From Lost Luggage The Best Disney Luggage for 2023 21 Things a Former Flight Attendant Needs You To Know 7 Highest-Rated Travel Items on Amazon Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Are you a fan of Southwest? Tell us in the comments. The post Over 1,500 Southwest Flights DELAYED first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

How can you live in the lap of luxury while also saving hundreds of dollars? Where can you find some of the BEST date night restaurants without blowing your budget? And is it TRUE that you can be part of a DISNEY PARADE, just by picking one resort over another? Riviera Resort Find out WHY guests are choosing moderate resorts above the rest, here on DFB Guide. Check out our video below about Ultimate Guide to Disney World’s Most Popular Hotels — Moderate Resorts 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! Want More Details About Disney World’s Hotels? Ranking of ALL of Disney World’s Hotels 9 Ways Your Disney World Hotel Stay Will Be Different in 2023 Our Picks for the Best Disney World Hotels in 2022 These Are the WORST Disney World Hotels for 2022 13 Critical Things You’re FORGETTING About When Booking a Disney World Hotel You Couldn’t Get the Disney World Hotel Reservation You Wanted – Now What? The 6 Disney World Hotel Problems No One is Talking About See Why You Might BAIL on Your Disney World Hotel A Full List of Changes Announced for Disney World’s Hotels 8 Gadgets You Need for Your Disney World Hotel Room The Surprising Things You Won’t Find in Your Disney World Hotel Room The Secret Way to Stay in Disney World’s Hotels for LESS! What Items from Amazon Can You Have Delivered to Your Resort Hotel? We’ve Got the Details Are Disney World Hotel Perks Worth the Hefty Price Tag? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney World hotel news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What’s your favorite Disney World hotel? Let us know in the comments below. The post DFB Video: Ultimate Guide to Disney World's Most Popular Hotels -- Moderate Resorts first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Things are heating up in the battle between Disney and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. ©Governor Ron DeSantis Website A DeSantis-appointed board of supervisors for Disney’s Reedy Creek Improvement District (now renamed the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District) discovered agreements Disney entered into with the prior board that gave Disney a great amount of power over certain things moving forward (despite what the new board may say or do). DeSantis and the new Board have criticized those agreements, while Disney has defended them as being legal and properly noticed. Now, DeSantis has outlined his plan of attack against Disney, which includes a bill to nullify those agreements between Disney and the old board, but that’s not all. During an April 17th, 2023 press conference, DeSantis laid out his plan of attack against Disney and the agreements they entered into with the old Reedy Creek board of supervisors. Those actions include a bill to be introduced in the Florida legislature that would utilize a Florida statute to strike down Disney’s agreements and an expectation that the new Board of Supervisors will find that there are legal issues with the Disney agreements and declare them invalid during their upcoming meeting. Reedy Creek But it goes beyond just striking down those agreements. DeSantis seems to be looking to (and expecting the new board to) make other changes within the District — from changing COVID-19 rules to regulations on property appraisals. And one thing DeSantis mentioned specifically was the development of some land the District owns. Obtained via ClickOrlando Livestream Disney owns a lot of the land in the District, but the District does own some other land next to the land owned by Disney. DeSantis noted that he “wasn’t even thinking about that land” when the initial bill to change things about the District was introduced. He said, “We just wanted them to live under the same rules, pay the debt, pay the taxes.” But now that they’re in this position, DeSantis said people have been wondering “‘what should we do with this land?'” Obtained via ClickOrlando Livestream According to DeSantis, people have suggested a number of potential developments. He shared, “People have said…maybe create a state park, maybe try to do more amusement parks…maybe you need another state prison. Who knows?” He continued, “The possibilities are endless, and so that is now gonna be analyzed to see what would make the most sense.” Reedy Creek As Business Insider points out, some of these developments (particularly when it comes to the idea of building a state prison in the area) could “affect home values on nearby properties.” Beyond utilizing the land owned by the District, DeSantis discussed changing certain inspection rules when it comes to accidents that take place on Disney World rides, accelerating the debt payment within the District, potentially selling utilities to a private entity, and more. You can read the full breakdown of DeSantis’ plans here The new Board of Supervisors for the District meets next on April 19th, at which point they are expected to discuss a number of issues. We’ll be watching for updates and letting you know what we find. For more on the DeSantis vs. Disney debacle, click here to see Iger’s latest comments on the matter. And get some more background on the agreements Disney made with the old board by watching the video below.  Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post Ron DeSantis Teases Building a State Prison Next to Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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If you’re hoping to eat at some of the incredibly popular restaurants in Disney Springs, you need to be PREPARED for a potential complication. Disney Springs There are so many restaurants to pick from at Disney Springs — from quick service spots that’ll get you delicious eats fast, to shops filled with cookies and sweets, a restaurant that’ll take you into the rainforest, and fancier table service spots. But if you’re visiting Disney Springs and wanting to eat at these places, don’t just assume that they’ll all be open all of the time — that could lead to some serious disappointment. On April 18th, one of the most popular spots in Disney Springs — Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’: Florida Kitchen and Southern Shine — shared a post on their Instagram account about an important restaurant hours change. Though this spot is typically open for lunch and dinner during the week, they announced that they would have limited hours on April 18th and would only be open from 11AM to 2PM. ©Disney Turns out the restaurant has been scheduled for a private party, which has caused that earlier closure. Their Instagram post explains that their last seating on the 18th will be at 2PM, but they’ll return to “normal” operating hours on April 19th. If you were hoping to stop by Homecomin’ for dinner tonight, this could throw off your itinerary, so be sure to adjust those dining plans accordingly! Homecomin’ Even if you aren’t going to Disney Springs or Homecomin’ today, allow this to serve as an important reminder for your future Disney Springs dining plans. This is NOT the first time we’ve seen a Disney Springs restaurant’s hours impacted by a private party, and we expect it won’t be the last. Disney Springs can be a popular spot for private parties since everyone (including Orlando locals) can access it without having to pay for parking or a park ticket. Plus, the number of restaurants there and their ability to accommodate private parties can make them prime hosting locations. Thigh High Chicken Biscuits at Homecomin’ On one day in February, Everglazed closed early due to a private event, and Splitsville announced that they’d have limited capacity due to a previously scheduled event. So if you’re planning to visit Disney Springs, be sure to (1) check the My Disney Experience app for updates throughout your trip — but note that even this app sometimes won’t be fully updated when a private party impacts things, and (2) follow your favorite Disney Springs restaurants on Instagram or other social media platforms. That can really help you be prepared for any unexpected changes. Fried Chicken Salad If you are planning to visit Disney Springs and looking for other dining alternatives, click here to see our guide to ALL of the restaurants within that shopping and dining district. And watch our video below to see our favorite spots to try there!  Click here to see 5 outrageously cool places you can have a private party in Disney World Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! 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 ever encountered this issue in Disney Springs? Tell us in the comments. The post Important WARNING About Homecomin’ in Disney Springs Today first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There’s an ongoing battle to control the land that’s home to Disney World, and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis isn’t done making moves yet. Cinderella Castle The Reedy Creek Improvement District that governs the land including and around Disney World was recently renamed the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. CFTOD was given a new board — filled with members appointed by DeSantis — and since that board has been meeting, we’ve heard regular updates about legal action that could be taken against Disney or new rules that could be imposed in the district to strip Disney of some of its powers. And now, there’s a new update. According to the Orlando Business Journal, Governor DeSantis had some things to say about Disney in a press conference on April 17th. DeSantis announced some planned actions against the company, including filing legislation that would place Disney’s rides and attractions under inspection and oversight by the state’s Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services. Obtained via ClickOrlando Livestream “They are not superior to the law enacted by the people of the state of Florida,” DeSantis said. “[Disney’s agreements are] not going to work. That’s not going to fly.” The legislation that DeSantis is drafting will apply to theme parks within a special district — and Disney World is the only major Central Florida theme park that is located in a special district. This means that other spots like SeaWorld and Universal Orlando will remain exempt from state inspection regulations. “Building inspection, safety — all these other things that they were exempt from, when everybody else has to follow…if these are not good laws then everyone should be exempt, you shouldn’t just say one corporation should be exempt — so that’s already been done,” said DeSantis. Universal Studios Florida “We’re also working with the legislature, we expect the legislature to provide a legislative amendment, provision. You know, this monorail is exempt. They exempted the Monorail from any safety standards or inspections…so they’re gonna go and make sure that the monorail is subject to oversight just like everything else would be in the state of Florida,” DeSantis added during the press conference. EPCOT Currently, Florida law states that “permanent facilities that employ at least 1,000 full-time employees and that maintain full-time, in-house safety inspectors” are exempt from state inspections. With DeSantis’s new legislation, that rule would be nullified for Disney. DeSantis noted, “Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services…they have oversight over amusement park safety generally speaking except Disney’s been carved out of that over the years. Well, now they’re back in the game, so they’re gonna make sure that that’s done.” Animal Kingdom We’ll keep a close watch and see what happens next. The CFTOD board is set to meet on April 19th, so there could be more news to come and more information revealed. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest. Click Here to See What Else DeSantis Said About Disney During the Press Conference 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. The post DeSantis Wants To Be in Charge of Inspecting Disney Rides first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Things with Park Passes and Annual Passholder requirements are changing, but that doesn’t mean the Park Pass lawsuit brought by Disney World Annual Passholders against Disney World is over. Annual Passholder Card The lawsuit was filed back in October of 2022 and essentially argues that the Platinum Pass and Platinum Plus passes promised “no blockout dates.” But, according to the Passholders, the Park Pass system has essentially created blockout dates for Passholders and modified their contracts with Disney. The Passholders also argue that Disney is prioritizing regular ticket purchasers to make a bigger profit, “abused a global pandemic,” and is “taking advantage” of their loyal passholder fans. So what’s happening now? Well, there have been some big developments. Motion to Dismiss Back in March, we covered the fact that Disney filed a motion to dismiss the Passholders’ complaint. Here are the key arguments from Disney’s motion: Annual passes are governed by express terms and conditions, and Disney reserved the right to CHANGE those terms (and park access). Disney insists that the Plaintiffs did NOT have an implied contract with Disney. Disney focuses on the express contract which provided that the terms and conditions of Annual Passes were subject to change. Disney claims its terms make “no express promise ‘to supply the Platinum Pass with no Blockout Dates.’” Disney also argues that the Park Pass availability limitations do not count as blockout dates because it’s not as though no Passholders could get in on those dates. Instead, those dates filled up because other Passholders booked them quickly. Annual Passholder Minnie Mouse Hangtag Disney has made its arguments, but now the Plaintiffs have clarified what they think about the situation. The Latest Update On March 21st, 2023, the Plaintiffs/Passholders filed their response to Disney’s motion to dismiss, arguing why their complaint should NOT be totally dismissed by the Court at this stage. The Passholders argue that Disney’s “unethical business practices” “unlawfully restricted Platinum Pass holders’ ability to enter its Florida theme parks to garner more daily ticket sales.” Annual Passholder magnet The Plaintiffs claim that they bought their Platinum Passes because Disney had advertised them as having “no blockout dates.” They say that they “reasonably understood” this meant they’d have access to the Disney theme parks every day of the year as long as the parks were open and not at full capacity. But, they claim that now (thanks to the Park Pass system), there are times when they can’t use their Annual Passes to get into the parks even though the parks are open and aren’t at capacity, and even at times when Park Passes are available for other ticket holders. Annual Passholder Magnet The Passholders argue that they’ve brought their claim about an express contract and their claim about an implied contract — as alternatives to one another and that this is allowed at this stage of the lawsuit. When it comes to the express contract, these are the Plaintiff’s main arguments: The Plaintiffs don’t ever recall seeing the express terms and conditions Disney attached to its motion before this lawsuit Plaintiffs couldn’t really negotiate the terms of their Passes (Disney had all the bargaining power) No reasonable person would have anticipated that the contract would allow Disney to “take away” one of the Platinum Pass’ key features — no blockout dates Minnie Since the Plaintiffs feel the express contract is unfair and invalid, they’ve also argued that they had an implied contract with Disney and that Disney breached that. In terms of the implied contract, the Plaintiffs argue: Disney advertised that there would be “no Blockout Dates” with the Platinum Pass Disney breached this by limiting how many Platinum Passholders can go into the parks on a particular day to allow for more ticket sales to non-passholders (even on days when the parks weren’t at capacity) This essentially created blockout dates (and those blockout dates were imposed for Disney’s “own financial gain”) Magic Kingdom The Plaintiffs also argue that Disney’s actions were deceptive because they “led consumers to believe that they were purchasing something they were not – a Platinum Pass with ‘no blockout dates.'” For the reasons outlined above and more included in their response, the Passholders argue that their complaint should NOT be dismissed at this stage. What Happens Next? Well, in terms of an overall summary Disney has argued: there was no implied contract the express contract governs the express contract lets them change the terms at any time these aren’t true “blockout dates” the complaint should be dismissed Plaintiffs have argued: the express contract is unfair/invalid the implied contract should govern and Disney breached that by promising no blockout dates and then restricting how many Park Passes were made available to Passholders — that meant that Platinum Passholders couldn’t get into Disney World even on days when Park Passes were available to other ticket holders and when the parks weren’t at capacity those constitute “blockout dates” the complaint should not be dismissed Happily Ever After So whose arguments will win? That remains to be seen. The next step could be a hearing or other opportunity for argument on the matter, after which a judge should decide whether the complaint should move forward or if parts of it/all of it should be dismissed. We will be on the lookout for updates there. In the meantime, you can click here to see what changes are being made to the Park Pass system as it relates to Passholders, and click here to see why more Park Pass changes could be made soon. Click here to see why 47% of Disney fans say they WON’T buy an Annual Pass Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think about the arguments made in this lawsuit? Tell us in the comments. The post Annual Passholders Claim They Were Misled by Disney first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Last week, we gave a sneak peek at both the theme and medal reveal for this virtual event’s challenge, The Disney100 Challenge. Today, we are excited to share with you the event’s full theme and finisher medals as we gear up to celebrate Mickey Through the Years!View the full article

The new class and largest ever ship built for Princess Cruises will be offering mostly seven-night voyages from Port Everglades starting in October 2024. View the full article

New to Gatorland: Two brother-sister baby Florida panthers. Their names are Yuma and Sakari. View the full article

Disney PhotoPass Service has collaborated with EZ Prints to offer a quick and easy way to take your Disney vacation photos and turn them into a personalized gift.View the full article

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A proposal to strip Disney World of its ability to self-inspect its rides could also alter its participation in a deal that allows these companies to self-report injuries. View the full article

If you can fly nonstop to your destination, that’s often a much easier way to travel. Orlando International Airport We keep our eyes peeled for all the cheap flights that get announced, as well as all the tips to help your travel days be as easy as possible. If you’ve been hoping to find some more nonstop flights to the Orlando (MCO) Airport, we’ve got good news! Orlando International Airport has announced that from April 20th through June 29th, Sun Country Air will offer seasonal nonstop flights to Green Bay, Wisconsin 2 times a week. Right now, no plans have been announced to extend the nonstop flights past June 29th, but we’ll keep our ears listening for any news as we get further into the summer. ©Orlando International Airport/Disney If you’re traveling a lot this summer, keep an eye on DFB to see if any cheap flight deals are coming to an airport near you! Here are the 19 super cheap flights to Disney World this summer we found online! 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 What travel are you planning for this summer? Tell us in the comments! The post MORE Nonstop Flights Have Been Added For Orlando International Airport! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s Hollywood Studios is where the magic of the movies comes to life at Disney World. A walk down Sunset Blvd! We get to be in the parks every day at Disney World so we get to see what’s new and we’re here to bring it to you. We report to you all the latest Disney news like Fantasmic changing its showtimes or a new popcorn bucket spotted, so let’s take a look at what’s new in Hollywood Studios! Before we get into what’s new in Hollywood Studios, be sure to check out our free checklist for Hollywood Studios. This is the complete checklist guide to making sure you hit everything there is to see and do in Hollywood Studios. It’s very handy to have pulled up on your phone while walking around the park. We give you a breakdown of what each ride, shop, snack cart, and restaurant has to offer. Onto the news! Hollywood Studios Construction Updates We’ve been keeping our eyes peeled on this construction at the exit of Toy Story Mania for a while. Now, it looks like some paint has been added to the exterior. There is still no word on what this building will become once complete. As we hear more information, we will let you know! New updates! They had also drained more of Echo Lake when we stopped by! Chances are this is for maintenance, but Disney has yet to confirm anything officially. This could also be due to flooding issues that happen at the park when heavy rain is expected, but we’ll be sure to keep an eye out for updates. Echo Lake We noticed on our most recent trips to Hollywood Studios that Municiberg City Block was closed off. Where’s Jack Jack? We aren’t sure exactly why it has been closed but we’re keeping an eye and an ear out for any updates. Hollywood Studios Merchandise Updates Great Movie Finds Over at Great Movie Finds, which is located outside of Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway, we found a few new pieces of merchandise. Like this Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Mickey Youth Longsleeve Shirt for $29.99… Mickey! … this Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Goofy Sweatshirt for $39.99… Gawrsh! … this Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Youth shirt for $29.99… Mickey & Minnie … this Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Pluto Youth tank for $19.99… it’s pluto! and finally, this adorable Goofy plush for $34.99. Look at Goofy driving that train! Happy shopping! Celebrity 5 & 10 We saw this cute Stitch ornament for $24.99. Look at him just jamming on the guitar. He’s adorable! Once Upon a Time We have seen a lot of Moana merchandise recently and we found this Moana Youth shirt for $31.99. Moana! More Moana-themed merch has been popping up in the parks and we love it! Tattooine Traders Over in Tattooine, we found a Darth Vader shirt for $29.99. I Am Your Father We also found this Star Wars sling bag for $39.99. Star Wars Are you going to join the dark side? Legends of Hollywood We saw this new Ya tink? Tinker bell shirt for $39.99. Tink! Just in time for the new Peter Pan & Wendy movie to come out. Mickey’s of Hollywood At Mickey’s of Hollywood, we saw this Pixar presents Birds shirt for $29.99. Birds We also spotted a few watch bands here as well. Like this Star Wars Yoda watch band for $36.99… … this Star Wars Luke Skywalker watch band for $36.99… … this Star Wars R2-D2 and C3PO watch band for $36.99… and this Star Wars Darth Vader watch band for $36.99. Watch band We heard the Dark Side has cookies. Beverly Sunset Boutique We have seen the new Toy Story collection and we found a new piece to it. This Youth Rex Pool Party Animal shirt is $24.99. Rex! Talk about a party animal! Jessie’s Trading Post We also found this adorable Bo Peep laid-back dress for $49.99 at the Toy Story Mania exit shop. Bo Peep from Toy Story It’s a t-shirt dress! Tower Hotel Gifts Finally, over at Tower Hotel Gift, we found new 100th Anniversary of Disney medallions. 100th Medallions Well, that’s all for what’s new at Hollywood Studios! For the latest Disney parks news, be sure you’re following DFB! Check out What’s New over at Disney Springs! 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. When were you at Hollywood Studios last? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Disney's Hollywood Studios: An Entire Area CLOSED! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

At the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival, rather than merely assign a cast member to oversee a festival marketplace for the day, leaders encourage their cast to truly take charge of their marketplace operation by applying the mindset of a small business owner. The mindset has made an impact on festival front of […]View the full article

Disney has some fun and exciting shows! @Disney Earlier this year we mentioned that Disney was bringing their Frozen and Encanto Disney on Ice show to a city near you, and it will be in Orlando soon! We checked it out during a different date on the tour, and couldn’t wait to share it with you! That’s right Florida Disney on Ice fans, get excited, because Disney on Ice Presents Frozen and Encant0 is coming to Orlando from May 12th through 15th! We got to see the show during another stop on the tour. Disney on Ice might be coming to a city near you, and you can read more about that right here. We’ll be on the lookout for more events you can celebrate without needing a park ticket, so stay tuned for more! Click here for more on Disney’s 100th Anniversary merchandise. 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 a Disney on Ice show? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney on Ice Is Coming to Orlando SOON -- Come Check It Out With Us! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

In the last few weeks, we have shared quite a few exciting updates about the Disney Treasure. In case you missed it, here’s a quick recap of the latest news!View the full article

It can rain frequently in Central Florida. And when that happens, some rides around the Disney Parks might close temporarily for safety reasons. But does Disney ever close the whole park due to rain? What does Disney do when it rains — and what should YOU do? We’ve got the answers! Wet day in Magic Kingdom If you’ll be in Disney World for more than a couple of days, there’s a high chance that you’ll run into a pop-up storm or some rain and potentially lightning during your trip! Spring and summer comes with LOTS of rain in The Sunshine State! But that’s no reason to let that stop you from having fun during your Disney World vacation. So we’re sharing some great ways to turn rainy days into AWESOME days in Disney World! The good news is, if you’re in a Disney World hotel while it’s raining — or even hurricane-ing (no, “hurricane-ing” isn’t an actual word, but we’re coining it here, folks) — you’re in one of the safest places possible. Disney World has earned the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s “StormReady” certification. But here’s a less fun fact — hurricanes DO still happen here. And though you’re SAFE, this may not exactly be how you envisioned spending your magical vacation (and those precious vacation dollars). The crowd in Hollywood Studios before Tropical Storm Nicole It’s good to know what to expect and how EXTREME things can get around here. According to Orlando weather reports, Florida sees an average of 12 named storms annually, including six hurricanes and up to three major hurricanes. Though, it’s important to remember that most of the most significant storms don’t impact the Disney World area too much. Rainy Day in Magic Kingdom So, when should you worry about your Disney World trip overlapping with a hurricane?NOA A classifies hurricane season as the period from June through November when hurricanes usually form in the Atlantic Ocean. This is when storms have the highest likelihood of impacting Disney World. More people in Animal Kingdom Far more than mere rain, hurricanes can be pretty intense. They are tropical cyclones capable of HEAVY rain, strong winds, lightning, thunder, tornados, and flooding. So, it can be comforting to know that Disney World is generally a safe place to ride it out, though it can be best to reevaluate your travel plans if a hurricane is predicted during your travel window. Hurricane Ian near Disney World Disney’s website states, “If a hurricane warning is issued by the National Hurricane Center for the Orlando area—or for your place of residence—within 7 days of your scheduled arrival date, you may call in advance to reschedule or cancel your Walt Disney Travel Company Disney Resort Hotel Package and most room-only reservations (booked directly with Disney) without any cancellation or change fees imposed by Disney.” So, you have some flexibility and CAN cancel or reschedule your trip to avoid the severe weather and any impacts that could have on your travels. Rain from Hurricane Ian near Disney World Disney World has closed the parks for a few hurricanes and provided activities for guests at the resorts while they weathered out the storms: In 1999, Disney World closed once: Hurricane Floyd — closed for 1 day, September 14th In 2004, Disney World closed three times: Hurricane Charley — closed for 1 day, on August 13th Hurricane Frances — closed for 2 days, September 4th and 5th Hurricane Jeanne — closed for 1 day, September 26th In 2017, Disney World closed once: Hurricane Irma — closed for 3 day, September 9th, 10th, and 11th In 2019, Disney World closed once: Hurricane Dorian — closed for 1 day, September 3rd In 2022, Disney World closed once: Hurricane Ian — closed for September 28th and September 29th Hurricane Nicole — closed early on November 9th and had a delayed opening on November 10th Hurricane skies in Disney World Though planning a Disney World trip between June and November certainly comes with the additional worry that a hurricane could threaten your vacation, there are a few things that you can do to plan ahead. For example, spend some extra time choosing the hotel for your vacation. Some Disney World hotels are pretty spread out. The only way to find food from your room is to walk outside, while the resorts will likely still have electricity and running water. Food is important no matter where you stay, so choosing a hotel that doesn’t require going outside to reach amenities can be beneficial. Looking gloomy in EPCOT! But, as you can see, Disney doesn’t close the parks very often, and only in severe weather. So, what can you do when it’s raining and the parks are still open? Well — almost anything! Many folks avoid the parks during the rain, which can mean that you’ll see few people in the parks, but because some of the outdoor attractions close during the rain or with lightning in the area, that can mean that lines and wait times at indoor attractions go up! These are the rides and attractions that usually close when it’s raining at Disney World: Magic Kingdom Astro Orbiter The Barnstormer Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Liberty Square Riverboat The Magic Carpets of Aladdin Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Swiss Family Treehouse Tom Sawyer Island Tomorrowland Speedway Dumbo the Flying Elephant Jungle Cruise Mickey Hurricane Animal Kingdom Expedition Everest Gorilla Falls Trail Kali River Rapids TriceraTop Spin Hollywood Studios Slinky Dog Dash EPCOT Test Track Keep in mind that the summer weather pattern in Florida means that there is a chance of rain almost every day. BUT, also read (or watch) the forecast — most summer days, there is a chance of thunderstorms in the late afternoon — giving you all morning to enjoy the parks rain-free. In addition, those Florida thunderstorms — which they can be intense — usually last for a short time, and then the skies clear and it’s back to sunshine. The actual rain may literally last for 15 minutes or less. So we definitely don’t recommend deciding to stay indoors all day just because of a chance of rain! 8 Things You’ll Regret Not Having With You When It Rains In Disney World But what if that forecast calls for rain ALL DAY, and you don’t want to use one of your park tickets on a day when you can’t experience everything the park has to offer? There are still other things you can do to enjoy your rainy vacation day. Shop. Dine. Play. Disney Springs has several options (and we’re always down for any excuse to visit Disney Springs). Splitsville has a menu that caters to many different palates, so your whole family can likely find something they’ll enjoy. You can book your dining reservation online right here, and book a bowling lane as well — you can bowl, eat, or do both. Get lost in World of Disney, the largest Disney store in the WORLD, and if you surface from that adventure with your family and your budget in tact, there are dozen of other shops and boutiques in Disney Springs you can explore and find unique treasure to commemorate your rainy day shopping splurge! World of Disney Take in a show — and there are a few options for this! You can get tickets for Cirque du Soleil’s new Drawn to Life show to see acrobatic and artist dancers and aerialists bring a story to life. Or head over to Raglan Road or House of Blues to enjoy some music with hearty vittles that’ll get your toes tappin’ and tastebuds celebrating. We’ve Eaten at Every Disney Springs Restaurant. These Are the Best. And don’t forget your resort! Disney resorts have tons of amenities and activities for everyone to enjoy. And when the weather gets fiesty, the Cast Members are prepared with lots of games, activities, and interactive trivia to keep the whole family entertained (you might even see of your favorite Disney characters pop by for a quick howdy!). King Louie And, if you do happen to find yourself in Disney World during a hurricane, know that Disney will offer many resources and information you need to weather the storm (like meal kits and notifications through the My Disney Experience app). We’ve got a HUGE LIST compiled of several different hurricane tips to help you prepare for potential severe stormy situations. Just drop us your email at disneyfoodblog.com/HURRICANEPREP, and we’ll send you a FREE PDF of all our best tips and tricks for riding out an Orlando hurricane in the middle of your Disney vacay. Click HERE for Your FREE PDF of Disney World Hurricane Prep Tips! Planning a Trip to Disney World? 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