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Disney Springs has tons of restaurants, so choosing a spot to eat can feel daunting. Disney Springs From fresh, authentic Spanish cuisine to Irish eats with plenty of lively entertainment, Disney Springs has it all. But today, I’m headed to Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill to see if it was good as I remembered. Care to join me? Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill is a table service location in the Town Center section of Disney Springs. This spot is conveniently located — not far from the Orange Garage and the AMC Theater — so you could easily have dinner and a movie. It is known for the Chef’s California cuisine and was meant to “modernize the traditional bar and grill.” Right outside, you’ll also find a walk-up window with an assortment of Gelato and other treats. Today, I stopped by for an early lunch. Let’s dive in. Atmosphere At first glance, you’ll notice how modern the building looks. A little industrial with pops of red… Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill …and right outside, I checked in at the host stand. Host stand Since I went for an early lunch, it was pretty quiet. Inside, the dining room is beautiful and open, with natural wood elements and pops of red leather seating. Traditional farmhouse touches and striking light fixtures catch your eye as you walk through the room. Dining room The main open kitchen is towards the back of the restaurant if you like to have a view of the chefs at work. Open kitchen The red leather seating really added a lot of character to the space. More of those red pops of color There was also a collection of various-sized tables. Tables I was seated at one of the red booths/table combos, and the table was set with a cloth napkin, silverware, and stemless glasses. Table setting The server promptly arrived with water and an introduction to the restaurant. This scratch kitchen makes everything fresh, the beef is all prime, the seafood is all wild-caught, and the pizza is freshly tossed and cooked in a wood-fired oven. Menus The dining room is full of natural light and has a warm, cozy feel to enjoy a meal, without feeling stuffy. Menu I was given three menus: a drinks menu, a regular lunch menu, and a special pre-fixe menu. On the drinks menu, you’ll find a selection of hand-crafted cocktails, sangria, cider, beer, and mocktails. Drinks menu For cocktails, there are some Moana-inspired options like the Kakamora’s Dart and the Tamatoa’s Revenge. You’ll also find some handcrafted sangria, High Noons, and a selection of beer. Drinks If you’re looking for something nonalcoholic, they also have a small selection of mocktails, like the Passionfruit Smash and the Ginger-Lime Iced Tea. Mocktails, anyone? On the main menu, there is a selection of appetizers and salads, pizza, sandwiches, pasta, and entrees. What looks good? For pizza, you can choose between Wild Mushroom, Margherita, Fennel Sausage, Pepperoni, Bianca, BBQ Chicken, or Smoked Salmon. The sandwich menu has options like a Cuban Sandwich, Tandoori Chicken Wrap, and Oven Roasted Turkey. Menu For appetizers, there are some classics like Bruschetta, Crispy Calamari, and Maryland Crab Cakes. Pasta options include Spaghetti, Rigatoni, and Fettucini and for an entree, you can choose between options like the Scottish Salmon, Chicken Schnitzel, and the Mesquite Grilled New York Strip. Appetizers and Entrees Lastly, there was a pre-fixe specials menu that allows you to choose a First Course, Second Course, and Dessert for $39 per person. Specials I chose a few things from the main lunch menu, so let’s take a look! Eats For an appetizer, I got the Roasted Meatballs for $12, which were served with tomato sauce, basil, and ricotta cheese. Roasted Meatballs These are made with four types of meat: beef, pork sausage, pancetta, and soppressata. The meatballs themselves were tender and flavorful, but nothing that blew me away. However, the flavors in the dish as a whole were really spectacular. Meatball The tomato sauce was warm, garlicky, and a little salty — with a surprise addition of Castelvetrano olives (an uncured, mild Italian olive with a meatier texture than most). I love Castelvetrano olives, so this added a ton of welcome buttery-sweet flavor. But, keep in mind you can ask for it without them if you’re not a fan! Inside the meatball The basil on top added a nice freshness to the dish, and the ricotta was high-quality, decadently creamy, and paired perfectly with the acidity from the tomato sauce. Ricotta and basil For entrees, I decided to order the Wild Mushroom Pizza for $18 and the Salmon Burger for $19. Full spread The Wild Mushroom Pizza is topped with Fontina cheese, roasted garlic, and marjoram. Wild Mushroom Pizza This has a garlic sauce base rather than a tomato sauce, so it was a little bit lighter tasting. However, it packed a ton of flavor. The mushrooms are marinated in a pine-nut pesto & have a nice, complex flavor — nutty and a little sweet. They also had a meaty texture that made the pizza surprisingly hearty considering it wasn’t heavily sauced. Look at all those mushrooms! The fontina cheese was sweet, buttery, and a little pungent, and it help up nicely with the bold-tasting mushrooms. The dough was fresh, light, and had good flavor — but it was soft and flexible, so if you are looking for a sturdier crust, this might not be for you. Overall, the flavors in this dish were really delicious, but depending on the type of crust you like, this could be a hit or a miss. This mushroom and cheese combo is gooood. Lastly, I ordered the Salmon Burger, which comes with avocado, butter lettuce, onion, tomato, pickles, and tartar sauce. Sounds pretty simple, right? Salmon Burger Wrong. Y’all, this was AMAZING. The salmon they use to make these patties (in-house, by the way) is the same fresh, wild-caught salmon they use for their filets — they are just the pieces that are too small to serve by themselves. These are full of this sushi-grade salmon that made a wonderfully juicy, tender, and super fresh patty. It had a delicious bold salmon flavor as well as a strong hint of garlic, and the edges had a beautiful crunchy texture that I couldn’t get enough of. On the bottom were a creamy tartar sauce and some capers that gave the sandwich an amazing depth of flavor. Look at that stack. On top of the salmon patty were some fresh and crispy veggies: delicate butter lettuce, crunchy red onion with a spicy kick, and a fat slice of tomato. The avocado on top was buttery and perfectly ripe. There were also some sweet pickles on top that balanced with the onions nicely. The bread was fresh and had a nice crisp to it, so it held up to all of the ingredients really well. YUM! The fries were pretty good but unfortunately didn’t blow me away. They were served hot and fresh and were satisfying, but overall there wasn’t anything really special about them. Hot fries I love salmon, so this was a perfect lunch option for me— but it did have a lot of strong salmon flavor, so if you’re not a huge fan of seafood, this might not be for you. Overall Overall, I was super impressed with how fresh everything tasted. There were a few items that stood out more than others (hello, Salmon Burger ), but I didn’t have any bad dishes here. Tasty lunch I also enjoyed the overall vibe at this location, as well. The decor was beautiful, and the open kitchen concept was fun if you enjoy that kind of thing. However, this made it a little noisy, so keep that in mind if you are looking for a quieter spot. I also had great service — the server was attentive and very knowledgeable (and without her suggestion, I wouldn’t have gotten that amazing burger!). I enjoyed lunch here, and think it’s a great spot if you find yourself looking for a meal in Disney Springs. Nosh or Not? Head to Disney Springs for a meal at Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill if… You’re looking for a quick, high-quality lunch that won’t weigh you down. This is a nice spot to get some comforting food that isn’t super heavy. While the portions were generous, the food itself wasn’t too rich to enjoy on a hot summer afternoon. You like to watch your food being prepared. Between the open kitchen in the back, and the wood-fired grill in the front, you have a few options where you get to see the chefs hand-craft your lunch at this spot. You love fresh, California and Meditteranian-inspired food. All of the food I had here focused on fresh ingredients and was done really well, simply. Skip this spot and choose another one of the many options in Disney Springs if… You’re looking for a quiet, romantic meal. This place is fun and has some great food options, but if you’re looking for a quieter way to celebrate you might want to keep looking. You need something a little more kid-friendly. This is in Disney World, and kids are welcome here — but there isn’t any kid-forward theming here, and the noise might be an issue. You aren’t planning on spending time in Disney Springs. If your trip doesn’t include a stop here, it might not make sense to come to Disney Springs for this location alone. If you love California-inspired eats with fresh ingredients, it might be worth it for you, but otherwise, you might want to skip it. Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill That’s my full review of Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill. We’ll continue to bring you full restaurant reviews from all around Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for more! We’ve eaten at EVERY Disney Springs restaurant. 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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. Are you ready for The Little Mermaid? Ariel in the Festival of Fantasy Parade The new live-action remake of Disney’s Renaissance classic is already breaking records — the first trailer generated over 108 million views in its first 24 hours! With all of this buzz, you know there are some cute ways to show off your love of this iconic film. The shinest Mermaid Minnie Ears hit the parks earlier this year, and an impressive Halle Bailey Live-Action Little Mermaid Ariel Doll is currently available to preorder online. But now, Loungefly has released a new collection and we have to have it for the premiere. Loungegly released two new matching items on Amazon — a wallet and a backpack! First, the Loungefly Disney Little Mermaid Ariel Live Action Double Strap Shoulder Bag features the Halle Bailey version of Ariel on the front with pretty under-the-sea details. ©Amazon On the back, “Wonders & Curiosities” is written above a castle and a mermaid tail. ©Amazon Even the inside lining is covered with these ocean-life details. ©Amazon Don’t worry, Loungefly didn’t forget to include a Dinglehopper — it’s the zipper! ©Amazon This oceany blue bag is a perfect thing to wear to the premier of this new movie. Click here to get this Little Mermaid Loungefly Backpack. The matching Loungefly Disney Little Mermaid Ariel Live-Action Flap Wallet features 3D illustrations of Ariel and under-the-sea details. ©Amazon A Disney Loungefly plate is sewn into the back, next to illustrations of her friends Sebastion and Scuttle. ©Amazon Inside, you’ll find multiple card slots, a divider for cash, a zippered compartment, and an ID slot with a star cutout. ©Amazon Don’t forget, if you want to sport this combo for the premiere — order it soon. The new movie will be released in theaters on May 26th! Click here to order the Little Mermaid Disney Loungefly Wallet We’ll watch for any new Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more! See Halle Bailey’s reaction to her Little Mermaid doll 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. Are you ready for the premiere of the live-action Little Mermaid? Let us know in the comments! The post NEW Disney Loungefly Bag Is on Amazon Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Disneyland has hosted some pretty cool After Dark events in the past! Sleeping Beauty Castle In February, we attended the Disneyland After Dark: Princess Nite. This event included special entertainment, characters, and of course, food. There are also Star Wars Nites and Throwback Nites, which are happening this spring. Now, Disneyland added another special After Dark event to the summer calendar. The After Dark events are separately ticketed special events hosted at Disneyland. They typically have a special theme that carries over into unique food and entertainment that you would not see during a regular park day. Disneyland just announced that on June 13th and 15th, they will be hosting Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite for the very first time! This event will “celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community and allies.” Guests who purchase a ticket can enter the park at 6PM, and the official exclusive event will begin at 9PM running until 1AM. During the event, guests can ride popular attractions, see special entertainment, purchase themed merchandise, and eat some themed snacks. There will be a Pride Nite cavalcade featuring Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Clarabelle, Donald, and Daisy in new outfits. Mickey and Friends! Disney did share some details about some of the food and drinks we can see at the event. First, you’ll be able to get these Spiced Beef Potato Loaded Bites at Red Rose Taverne. ©Disney For dessert, check out the Berry Cheesecake Funnel Cake at Stage Door Cafe. ©Disney Or you can try this Grapefruit Lemonade Soda at Galactic Grill. ©Disney It seems like there will be plenty of opportunities to dance as well! You can join Stitch at the Ohana Dance Party at Tomorrowland Terrace or visit the Pride Nite Dance Club along the Rivers of America. You can also country line dance at the Golden Horseshoe. ©Disney A limited number of these Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite tickets will go on pre-sale for Magic Key holders beginning April 18th at 9AM PT, and the general public can purchase them on April 20th at 9AM PT. Tickets cost $139 per person. Stay tuned to DFB for more information about these upcoming events. Check Out What’s New at Disneyland Resort Right Now! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! See Our DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Get All the Info About Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Should You Go to Disneyland in 2022? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What has been your favorite Disneyland After Dark Event? Let us know below! The post NEWS: After Dark Pride Nite Event Coming to Disneyland first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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You’re reading a DFB post, so you’re likely a Disney PRO (or quickly on your way to becoming one)! Disney’s Contemporary Resort So, you’ve likely heard of the Mickey Mouse Club, Disney Vacation Club, Club Cool, you may even be familiar with the exclusive Club 33. But do you know about another type of club at Disney World? We’re gonna dive into the details of staying “Club Level” at Disney World Resorts. Where you can find it, what you can expect with your stay, how much it’ll cost you, and if it’s worth it for your ideal vacation. So buckle up, tighten your Mouse ears, and let’s go clubbin’! What is Club Level? Club Level is a special room category at select Disney Resort Hotels that offers extra perks! If you’re staying in Club Level accommodations, you will have access to a special lounge that offers snacks and beverages throughout the day. While the offerings vary by resort, typically you’ll find light continental-style breakfast options in the morning, afternoon snacks and beverages, and the evenings provide small dishes that are “tapas” or small-bite style, as well as wine, beer, and cocktails. Those who book a Club Level room also receive planning help before their visit and a dedicated Concierge Desk on-site to help you get any last-minute Advance Dining Reservations and other vacation add-ons like tours or dessert parties. Chronos Club at Gran Destino Tower The Concierge at Club Level is open between 7AM and 10PM and is usually found near the Club Level Lounge and can help with MagicBands, tickets, dining, recreation, transportation, and even provide recommendations for a daily itinerary. If you’re staying Club Level, you’ll be checked in at an exclusive area and escorted up to the Club Lounge. Once you’re checked in, you’ll receive a sort of Club Level “orientation” to let you know the services provided to you. You’ll also be introduced to the Concierge Cast Members, who can help you set up any resources or special services during your stay. Yacht Club Front Desk Club Level guests also receive a nightly turn-down service, complete with pillow mints or chocolates. Another Look at the Beds Club Level areas are usually restricted by levels or floors and tend to only be accessible with a MagicBand, MagicMobile, or key card that is linked to a Club Level reservation. This ensures that Club Level benefits are only used by those who have paid for the service. The Pros and Cons of Staying at a Disney World Moderate Resort Where Can You Find Club Level Each of the Deluxe Resorts offers a Club Level, and there is an additional Club Level option at Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs Resort, the only Moderate Resort with a Club Level (so far). Royal Palm Club Level in Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Atrium Club Level in Disney’s Contemporary Resort Chronos Club Level in Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs Resort Kilimanjaro Club Level in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge King Kamehameha Club Level in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Old Faithful Club Level in Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Stone Harbor Club Level in Disney’s Beach Club Resort Regatta Club Level in Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Innkeepers Club Level in Disney’s Boardwalk Inn Resort How Much Does It Cost? The cost of staying Club Level ranges from around +$200/night to +$700/night depending on the resort, room tier, and season. Generally, the more expensive the hotel and room category, the greater the added cost. Center Area When we looked at a stay at the Grand Floridian in early November, a standard “Outer Building-Garden View” room was priced at $904 per night. The lowest-tiered Club Level room, “Main Building-Standard Room” is priced at $1,498 per night. That’s almost a $600 increase, per night. If you plan to save some pennies, but still wanna live it up and are looking at Gran Destino Tower, the same time of year in a “Tower Standard Room” will cost at least $440 per night. And the lowest-tiered Club Level room, “Tower-Standard View” is priced at $714 per night. That’s $274 above the standard room cost. One of the many fireplaces at Wilderness Lodge If any discounts are being offered, like Annual Passholder Discounts or Florida Resident Discounts for room-only bookings, those can be applied to Club Level rooms as well, depending on the season, availability, and the terms of the discount (gotta read that fine print!). Disney World Deluxe Resort List and Ranking What Is Included in Club Level at Disney World? You may be disappointed to learn that even though you could be paying $600 more per night than other rooms, your actual room doesn’t look any different. Unless you’re opting into a suite, your Club Level room will likely look just like the ones on the lower floors. What you’re paying for isn’t an enhanced room, but access to the Club Lounge and the extra services provided by the Club Level Concierge Cast Members. We love Cast Members! Speaking of those extra services, let’s temper those expectations. We’ll be the first ones to wave our Cast Member Support Flags and cheer and shout for all they do to make Disney vacations special. However, the Concierge service is not the magic wand, miracle-granting service you might be expecting for the price tag. If you’re expecting for a Concierge Cast Member to magically secure dinner for a party of 8 at Be Our Guest with just two hours’ notice, that’s not the kind of service they provide. Check-In Desk In fact, if you’re anticipating a comparable experience to services provided at other luxury resorts like Waldorf Astoria, Four Seasons, or Park Hyatt, you may find yourself dissatisfied. Concierge Cast Members a great at making some personal recommendations or offering a fun and entertaining interaction. They can even provide you with some unique insight about the parks you’re visiting and the history or trivia about the resort. Many of the same reasons we love so many Cast Members. But if you’re looking for super-specific, individualized, even border-line miraculous service, then you’d actually be better off using a certified Disney travel agent (like Small World Vacations) for that magic-wand kind of assistance. The primary selling point of booking Club Level is access to those Club Lounges. With access to snacks and beverages from 7AM until 10PM, if you plan it right, you can fill up in the Lounge instead of stressing about dining reservations. You’ll get the most value if you plan to eat multiple meals in the lounge. Most people will take advantage of continental breakfast, but not lunch, dinner, or late night desserts, as they’re busy enjoying the parks. Cereal Dispensers As we mentioned, breakfast is pretty much a Continental-style option. You’ll find some pastries, fruit, yogurt, cold cuts, cereal, coffee, juice, hot chocolate, and even some espresso machines for your morning cappuccino. You may also find a limited variety of warm options, like oatmeal, biscuits and gravy, or grits. The main takeaway is that these breakfast options won’t rival Whispering Canyon or Tusker House, but do provide a decent assortment of “grab and go” options as you head out for your day in the parks. Trail Mix and Goldfish The light afternoon snacks are just like they sound — chips, packaged cookies or other sweet bakery items, trail mix, hummus and pita, a selection of vegetables, and various other random things. This is definitely NOT lunch, but some nice, portable snacks if you’re planning to spend the afternoon by the pool, or want some things to snack on in the room while the little ones nap. The evening small plates tend to offer the most value and “bang for the buck.” But if you’re planning to capitalize on it, you’ll want to set your clock, because it’s typically only available between 5PM and 7PM. There are usually plenty of small plate dishes that are prepared by chefs in the resort’s restaurants. These tend to be very good, despite being appetizer-sized. But remember, you’re not ordering off a menu, what’s offered is what it is. Though you can usually find some kid-friendly options like tater tots and dinner rolls, you may also find other small plate versions of short ribs or salmon fillets. So, if you have a family full of picky eaters, “making a meal” out of this appetizer service likely won’t satisfy anyone in your party. As with any buffet-style service, it’s best when it’s fresh. So, if you want to maximize this option, get there as close to 5PM as you can, as by 7PM you will likely find the options pretty picked over and not being replenished. Assortment of sweets to choose from Finally, from 8PM to 10PM, you’ll find some dessert options. If you’ve ever been to one of Disney’s Fireworks Dessert Parties, or even a standard buffet in Disney World, you’re familiar with the dessert options. Mostly cookies, brownies, and mini-cupcakes, some may have a special flourish, or you may find a verrine or mousse option. And of course, you can enjoy wine and beer with your sweet treat. CHANGES Announced for the Fireworks Dessert Parties and Dining Packages in Disney World So, is a Club Level Stay Worth It? The rooms are no different than any room at the resort, and those who get access to the Concierge Cast Members (who are a delight) might experience the same level of excellent service in the lobby at the resort concierge desk. So the real value of a Club Level stay is in the lounge. Sit a spell The quality of lounges varies from resort to resort, but the main draw is the dinner-timed small plate offering. Made from chefs in some of the resorts finest kitchens, you may have the “bonne chance” of experiencing a fun culinary gem. This value can be increased if you are also able to take advantage of the breakfast and afternoon options. And, of course, the larger your party and the more “meals” you can enjoy in the lounge, the greater the return for your Club Level dollar will be. So, this option is really geared toward the leisure Disney visitor. Someone (or a family) who plans to enjoy their resort and will be around to experience the perks of the lounge. Big Pine Key renovated lobby On the flip side, if you’re a “park commando” and you and your family regularly leave your resort before sunrise to make “rope drop” and stay or park hop until well after fireworks, then you’re missing out on the best (and probably only) reason to book a Club Level stay because the lounge and the Concierge services are only available between 7AM and 10PM. If you want experience a Club Level stay, but hate the idea of sacrificing time in the parks, consider doing a split stay, where you only stay in a Club Level room for 1 or 2 nights of your trip, so you can enjoy those perks, and then you can shift to a more moderately priced resort or room for the rest of your stay when you’ll be in the parks the most. HUGE Update on Room Changes Coming to Disney’s Beach Club Resort Planning a Trip to Disney World? We’ve Got Everything You Need to Know The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Disney World Vacation A Month-by-Month Guide to Planning Your Disney World Trip Tips, Hints, Lists, and Videos for Planning the BEST Disney World Trip How Many Days Do You Really Need in Disney World? 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It has been a very interesting year for Disney CEO Bob Iger. ©Disney Iger took back the reins as head of The Walt Disney Company last year, and since then, he has been working to get the company’s financial and organizational situation back on track. Many bold changes have been made since then, and Iger’s business decisions have earned him a very prestigious accolade for 2023 — being named one of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People for 2023. Of course, that honor comes with an interview. During his Q&A with TIME Magazine, Bob Iger answered various questions about his role at the company, his goals moving forward, and his biggest business decisions. But one of the most interesting things Iger said in the interview is when he addresses the changes Disney has seen over the years. ©D23 Disney is often criticized as a company for “changing” as time goes on, whether that includes business strategies, political involvement, or even something as singular as updating an old ride in the theme parks. But when Iger was asked “Can you change a company and keep the values?” in the interview, he had some decisive things to say. ©Disney | Walt Disney Company Headquarters Iger replied, “I actually think that if you study great companies over time and you try to figure out why some companies stand the test of time and others do not, you would quickly conclude that most companies fade away because they’ve abandoned the core values that created the company in the first place. That, in the interest of staying relevant, they distance themselves from the essence of what they were. There is a way to completely adhere to those same values but to present them to the world, to your customers, and to your employees in much more relevant ways.” Cinderella Castle So, it seems that according to Iger, change is necessary to propel a company forward, but those changes must be made with the company’s values in mind. This will likely be Iger’s strategy to lead Disney going forward. We’re interested to see how he implements this thought process in the future. ©Alberto E. Rodriguez / Getty Images We’ll keep you in the loop with any more updates from The Walt Disney Company, so stay tuned to DFB! We’ll share all the news you need to know. Click Here to See Bob Iger’s Remarks on Governor Ron DeSantis 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 CEO Bob Iger Responds to One of Disney's Biggest Criticisms first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Unexpected things often happen in Disney World, which is why we always tell you to be flexible with your plans. Slinky Dog Dash Rides malfunction, animatronics disappear, Donald gets replaced by a plant (we’re still laughing at that one), and rides close. Right now, we’re seeing MULTIPLE ride closures throughout Disney World. Earlier today, a total of 16 rides were temporarily closed in Disney World, and you might notice that many of these rides have something in common. ©Disney That something in common is that they were almost all outdoor rides. You see, right now, the Orlando area is under a severe thunderstorm watch. That means that Disney will close ALL outdoor rides as a precaution — this can happen anytime bad weather could be on the way. That means rides like Astro Orbiter, Test Track, Slinky Dog Dash, Kali River Rapids, and others could be closed in the event of bad weather. The Astro Orbiter closes when bad weather is on the way. A total of 16 rides were closed earlier today, but we have noticed that some have since re-opened. However, rides like Astro Orbiter and the Walt Disney World Railroad in Magic Kingdom, as well as the Aerophile in Disney Springs remain closed. The severe weather watch is also still underway, meaning that it’s likely many of the rides that have reopened could close again. Walt Disney World Railroad We also learned that the Festival of Fantasy Parade was delayed this afternoon, too, presumably because of the weather. Parades will also get delayed or canceled in bad weather For some reason, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure in EPCOT was also closed, but as that ride is indoors, we think maybe Remy just doesn’t like storms much. More than likely, it’s just a coincidence that Remy’s is experiencing technical issues of some kind at the same time. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure So it’s good to be idea to always be weather-aware in Disney World, because it could impact your plans for the day. The important thing to do in bad weather is to be flexible and have a backup plan if a lot of your plans involve outdoor rides. It’s also a good idea to keep an eye on the My Disney Experience app to see which rides are closed, as well as see when they reopen. Seven Dwarfs Mine Train might close in bad weather So if you ARE in Disney World today, you’ll want to keep a close eye on the weather and the My Disney Experience app because things could change quickly. If the weather does get bad and closes a lot of rides, take the opportunity to take in a show, meet some characters indoors, or do some shopping. What Happens When the Ride You PAID for is Closed in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever been to Disney World when the weather closed multiple rides? What did you do? Let us know in the comments! The post 16 Rides Were CLOSED in Disney World Today first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Planning a trip to Walt Disney World can be fun, but also complicated — especially when you’re trying to choose between 25 resort hotels. If you’ve narrowed down your choices to these two resorts, how do you make your final selection? Port Orleans Resort — Riverside Well, we’re here to walk you through the similarities AND differences between Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort and Disney’s Port Orleans – Riverside. Whether cost, room size, location, pools, and/or restaurants are most important to you, we share the information that you’ll need to make an informed decision. After all, we want you to stay at the hotel that is best for your traveling party! Let’s get started and look at all the details so that you can plan your Disney trip with confidence. Port Orleans – Riverside There’s no doubt that Disney vacations are expensive, and no one wants buyer’s remorse when it comes to what can usually be the most EXPENSIVE part of your Disney trip. We’ll dive deeper into the details of these resorts by breaking down our analysis into five categories: Common Ground Theme/Rooms Pools Food Transportation Caribbean Beach Resort It takes a lot of research to plan a Disney vacation, but we’re here to help. Common Ground When planning your Disney World vacation, Moderate Resorts can be a great option that won’t break the bank but offer up some larger rooms and more amenities than a Value Resort. Before we mention their differences, let’s take a look at what Caribbean Beach and Port Orleans – Riverside have in common. First, both have a relaxed vibe with quality theming. Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — Riverside Each have a central lobby building with outer buildings housing the actual hotel rooms. The main building is a good walk from the rooms These resorts are sprawling with multiple, internal bus stops. It’s quite a view, but there is A LOT of walking to do at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort But what about cost per night? These moderate resorts have similar price points! For Caribbean Beach, that means that for the cheapest room at the cheapest time to visit, you can expect to pay around $258 per night (not accounting for any tax or current discounts), and it goes up to $551 per night (not accounting for any tax or current discounts) for the most expensive rooms at the most expensive time to visit. For Port Orleans Resort – Riverside, that means that for the cheapest room at the cheapest time to visit, you can expect to pay around $278 per night (not accounting for any tax or current discounts), and it goes up to $555 per night (not accounting for any tax or current discounts) for the most expensive rooms at the most expensive time to visit. Extra Theme Park Hours Benefits for Disney World Resort Hotel Guests Theme/Rooms Caribbean Beach and Port Orleans – Riverside exude a relaxing atmosphere with nicely done themeing. Port Orleans – Riverside These resorts boast beautiful landscaping, but they do have some differences! Caribbean Beach Resort You’re on ISLAND time at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort! The atmosphere is whimsical, bright, and colorful. With its relaxing island vibe, this Resort sets a calypso tone for a vacation within a vacation! Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort The spirit of the Caribbean is alive and thriving at Old Port Royale, the Resort’s main building. This “port of entry” is where guests check in; it also serves as the hub for dining and shopping. Old Port Royale Five distinct villages are situated around the shores of Barefoot Bay. The villages are named after Caribbean islands — Trinidad, Barbados, Martinique, Aruba, and Jamaica, and these colorful, two-story quarters are where the Guest Rooms are located. Take note that there are no elevators! Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Standard and Preferred Rooms feature two Queen beds, a King bed, or two Queen beds and a child-size pull down bed. These rooms can accommodate up to five guests depending on the bedding options; they measure 314 sq. ft. Caribbean Beach Resort guest room The color scheme inside the rooms is a bit more muted than outside, opting for breezy corals, blues, and rattan accents to keep the island theme going. Caribbean Beach Resort guest room Alas, the famed Pirate Rooms of yore are no more. However, you should know that some of the rooms in the Trinidad area are currently receiving a makeover! ©Disney The Little Mermaid-themed rooms are coming to Caribbean Beach Resort Initially Disney announced that the rooms would be refurbished and decorated with “characters from under the sea.” More recently, Disney has provided a bigger reveal with a look INSIDE these new rooms with theming inspired by The Little Mermaid! You can take a closer look at these upcoming rooms here. Take a complete Photo Tour of a Caribbean Beach Resort Standard Room here! Port Orleans – Riverside Sweet Magnolia! Let the Louisiana-inspired hospitality charm you while exploring this vast resort. In fact, the resort is so large that it’s split into two sections — Alligator Bayou (swampy setting) and Magnolia Bend (stately mansions). Welcome to Riverside The atmosphere of Port Orleans – Riverside is absolutely a winning attribute, helping guests to relax and refuel in a space that’s rustic and comfortable. Relax at Riverside Heading inside, the lobby area is beautiful. Checking in? The check-in area is pretty grand! Just look at those high ceilings and architecture. Do you spot the hidden Mickeys? It’s so pretty in here The entrance is welcoming! Your stay on the Bayou starts here Fulton’s General Store is where you can pick up all your souvenirs. Need some Mickey Ears? Onto the rooms! This Magnolia Bend building is SO PRETTY with big trees and a courtyard featuring a stately fountain. Riverside is a beautiful hotel! We could hang out here all day The 2-story “rustic cottages” in the Alligator Bayou area don’t have elevators. BUT the neighboring 3-story “Mansions” do. Port Orleans Refurbished Room in Alligator Bayou ©Disney Twisty pathways wind through the swamp-like setting of Alligator Bayou. Some guests love this side of the resort, others find it more difficult to find their way around and thus, less fun. Fishing Hole at Riverside Either accommodations — Alligator Bayou or Magnolia Bend — are perfectly themed. Results Standard room refurbishments were completed in 2016 with a watered-down Caribbean vibe, but they now have sliding doors separating the sink area from the bedroom. If you want the most recently refurbished rooms, try Caribbean Beach as “Little Mermaid” room renovations in the Trinidad village will hopefully be completed in 2023. They are TOO cute The rooms at Port Orleans – Riverside were last refurbished in 2019. Many room renovations at Walt Disney World have resulted in a more generic, less themed look. On the exterior, though, Riverside is themed to the max. NEWS! MAJOR HOTEL CHANGE Announced for Disney World Pools When the weather is HOT or you just need a break from park queues, head to your resort pool! After all, the pools have their own unique features and special theming. Feature pools at Walt Disney World hotels usually have at least one slide and also offer poolside activities. Look at the hotel’s recreation schedule for more information. Some Disney resorts are so spread out that they also offer leisure pools. These swimming spots are family-friendly with at least one whirlpool spa. Leisure pools are quieter than the more crowded and active feature pools. Pool at Riverside Note that poolside towels are always complimentary. Caribbean Beach Resort Ready to channel your inner Pirate? Then your destination is the zero-entry Fuentes del Morro pool at Caribbean Beach Resort! Fuentes del Morro Pool Of course, calling it simply a “pool” is not doing it justice. Themed like a colonial Spanish fortress, this water area also includes not one, but TWO waterslides and water-spraying cannons! Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Pool Wee pirates can enjoy a water play area just for them, complete with mini slides. And a whirlpool is also available for less splashing, and more RELAXING. Martinique Village PoolGuests at the Resort may also swim in any of its five leisure pools. 10 Hidden Secrets About Disney World Pools Port Orleans – Riverside Sit for a spell at the ‘Ol Man Island pool. Unlike other pools in Walt Disney World, this pool (created to resemble an abandoned sawmill) has quite a lot of shade. There is a mild, 95 ft. long slide to keep the young and young-at-heart sliding and splashing all afternoon. Unfortunately, the children’s pool is just a simple “watering hole”. Swimming in October? Yes, please! Relax in a hammock, a hot tub, or simply lounge on a chair before heading to Muddy Rivers for a small bite and/or beverage. Results Not only is the Fuentes del Morro pool and shipwreck play area completely epic, but it also boasts the nearby Banana Cabana pool bar (which we’ll check out more in our “Food” category). Food Park days can be exhausting. Whether you’re taking a whole day to enjoy your resort, or you are relaxing after a shopping excursion at Disney Springs, once you’re at your Disney World hotel, you might not want to get back on a bus or boat for nourishment. So, you’ll want to know about the best options at your Disney World resort! Spyglass Grill Take a look at the menus and decide which resort has the food that best suits your family. Caribbean Beach Resort When Caribbean Beach Resort received its aforementioned makeover, the dining options received a makeover, too. Caribbean Beach offers five dining options for guests. Centertown Market is the Resort’s primary Quick Service location. It’s open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and serves up classic favorites like burgers and chicken strips alongside Latin- and Caribbean-inspired dishes such as Yucca and Jerk Chicken Bowls, a Rum-Mango Barbecued Pulled Pork Sandwich, and Fish Tacos. Centertown Market Tucked inside this large eatery you’ll also find the Centertown Market Grab & Go filled with baked goods like morning pastries and cupcakes, quick bites like sandwiches and salads, and a coffee bar serving hand-crafted beverages. Centertown Market Grab ‘n Go Spyglass Grill is your other — much smaller — Quick Service option. Though you’ll find some seating, it’s primarily a walk-up window for grabbing a quick Caribbean-inspired breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Grab a bite! While we’ve enjoyed some tasty meals here, its primary purpose is providing a place to eat for guests closer to the Trinidad area of this sprawling Resort. Sebastian’s Bistro is the Table Service restaurant at Caribbean Beach Resort. It features an all-you-care-to-enjoy meal! Sebastian’s Bistro The family-style dinner served here is inspired by Caribbean and Latin cuisine. Sebastian’s Bistro Banana Cabana is NOT your average pool bar! Sure, you can grab a tropical frozen drink to bring to the Fuentes del Morro pool. Banana Cabana But you can also stay put for quite a while to enjoy some appetizers (like Caribbean Pull-Apart Rolls or Jerk Chicken Wings), a full entrée, or some seriously scrumptious Pineapple-Coconut Bread Pudding! Pineapple-Coconut Bread Pudding All this in a setting complete with plenty of seating (including swing chairs) in a shaded open-air setting complete with a steel drum chandelier. We LOVE it! We’ve got one more spot for you… Caribbean Beach is one of the few Resorts with its own Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea kiosk. And this one is conveniently located at the Resort’s Disney Skyliner Station! Joffrey’s at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Grab your cuppa joe before hopping onto a Skyliner gondola to EPCOT or Hollywood Studios! Click HERE for the Complete Guide to Eating at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort! Port Orleans – Riverside Port Orleans – Riverside offers a variety of southern-themed food choices. Port Orleans – Riverside and Port Orleans – French Quarter are connected to each other with a walking path, so you can eat at either resort’s locations and get your fill of southern and New Orleans inspired meals. Boatwright’s Dining Hall is Riverside’s hidden gem of a Table Service restaurant, open every evening for dinner. The cajun-inspired menu is perfectly themed to its setting, and the Jambalaya is a hit! Dining area Stop here for southern hospitality and a sit-down meal! Muddy Rivers Pool Bar can be found by Ol’ Man Island swimming pool and serves up cool and refreshing cocktails and mocktails. Muddy Rivers Pool Bar When you’re relaxing at the pool, you can also get light fare at Muddy Rivers. Riverside Mill Food Court features Counter Service classics along with a few Southern-inspired dishes, all with a view of a 32-foot water wheel through the window. The Riverside Mill has great curb appeal with its blue exterior and long front porch. Riverside Mill Food Court You’ll find several windows or stations offering a wide variety of options for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. We’ve eaten here many times before, and the variety and quality have typically been pretty top-notch for a hotel food court. Riverside Mill Riverside Mill offers lots of atmospheric charm in addition to a pretty tasty menu! River Roost Lounge is a great spot to grab a drink any evening and offers a menu of hearty eats as well. Here you can get light bites and some classic New Orleans cocktails. It’s 5 o’clock somewhere This is a charming place to relax with a beverage! PHOTOS: An Underrated Disney World Hotel Restaurant Has Finally Reopened Results Port Orleans – Riverside has a food court as well as access to additional dining via the Sassagoula River to Port Orleans – French Quarter and Disney Springs. For additional meal choices, Caribbean Beach Resort is connected to several other hotels via the Skyliner. Sebastian’s Bistro Both resorts offer a food court, pool bar, and table-service option. The winner in this category may depend on your preference of menu items. If it matters to you, the Caribbean Beach’s food court is newer. Transportation Are there any transportation differences with these hotels? Both resorts offer bus transportation as well as one other mode of Disney transport. At Port Orleans – Riverside, the shimmering waterways lead to Disney Springs, while Caribbean Beach is home to the Disney Skyliner. Bop on over to Disney Springs Let’s look a little more closely… Caribbean Beach Resort Caribbean Beach is LARGE! So much so, in fact, that it offers an internal bus system that guests can take around the hotel to get to the main Bus Station THEN travel from there to the theme parks! Caribbean Beach has an internal shuttle! Of course, where the sprawling grounds may lead to more walking (and bus riding) than you might anticipate, the grounds at this Resort also feature lovely water views, scenic strolling paths, and swaying palm trees. Caribbean Beach Resort used to be limited to Disney Bus Transportation. Caribbean Beach Bus Stop sign And while guests can still find Bus service for several destinations, that all changed in a BIG WAY in 2019 with the addition of the Disney Skyliner, connecting EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios with four Disney Resorts. Disney Skyliner gondolas over Caribbean Beach Resort In fact, the Skyliner station at Disney’s Caribbean Beach is the HUB for the gondola system! Caribbean Beach Skyliner Station All three Skyliner lines come and go from the Caribbean Beach Skyliner station, and any transfers that happen from line-to-line occur at this station. Although this method of transportation is usually a much quicker way to reach EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, expect bigger wait times at the main hub during the parks’ opening and closing hours. Caribbean Beach Resort Skyliner Station From here, guests are able to travel directly to and from Disney’s Art of Animation and Pop Century Resorts, Disney’s Riviera Resort continuing to or from EPCOT, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Port Orleans – Riverside No, Riverside isn’t as close to Disney Springs as Saratoga and Old Key West are, but there is boat transportation that’ll take you over to the shopping district. Port Orleans Resorts Otherwise, you’re limited to taking the bus — a bus that’s shared sometimes with Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter. Results And the win goes to Caribbean Beach Resort, which has earned major bragging rights in this category thanks to the Disney Skyliner! Find our Guide to Disney World Transportation HERE The Winner! So, where do we think you should stay? Sorry, that decision has to be up to you. It depends on the people in your traveling party and what your plans are during your stay at Walt Disney World. If dining and/or shopping at Disney Springs is important to you, opt for Port Orleans – Riverside. If you’re looking for a convenient way to get to EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, then Caribbean Beach might be the one to book! Caribbean Beach Skyliner Station Overall, these are both wonderful resorts, although when it comes to moderate hotels, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort arguably has the best transportation options. Looking for time poolside? The pool at Caribbean Beach is the stand-out! 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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis can’t seem to stop talking about Disney. After appointing a new Board of Supervisors to the Reedy Creek Improvement District (now called the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District), the governor and new Board have threatened legal action. ©Alberto E. Rodriguez / Getty Images Before the DeSantis-appointed supervisors took over, Disney and the prior Board entered into an agreement that essentially puts the power back into the white-gloved hands of the Mouse. Disney CEO Bob Iger has responded to the moves, calling them “anti-business” and “anti-Florida,” and now, he’s sharing more. It’s been quite the year for Bob Iger. He returned to Disney with a few priorities — to help bolster the company’s struggling streaming division, cut down on expenses, and choose his successor. He’s ended up having to lead the company through some rocky terrain most weren’t expecting — including a political battle with Florida’s governor. ©Disney During the 2023 annual shareholder meeting for the Walt Disney Company, Iger received several questions related to the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District and Disney’s decision to take political stances. In response, Iger said, “We love the state of Florida.” He continued, “I think that’s reflected in not only how much we’ve invested over the last 50 years, but how much we’ve given back in the form of jobs, and community service, taxes…tourism of course, and all sorts of other responsible business practices.” Reedy Creek According to Iger, “The governor got very angry about the position Disney took and seems like he’s decided to retaliate against us, including the naming of a new board to oversee the property and the business, in effect to seek to punish a company for its exercise of a constitutional right…and that just seems really wrong to me.” Bob Iger ©New York Post And now, Iger has been named one of Time Magazine’s Most Influential People of 2023. In the interview with Time, Iger was asked about DeSantis and “the situation in Florida.” More specifically, the interviewer asked Iger, “Did you checkmate Ron DeSantis?” He responded by mentioning Walt Disney’s dream of turning “swampland in Central Florida into a business that employs over 75,000 people, that is visited by tens of millions of people every year, that is a major tourist destination in the United States, and for the state of Florida, that creates huge value for our company and its employees, and for the state of Florida itself.” Main Street U.S.A. Iger shared that Disney’s “sole goal” in Florida is to continue creating value for each of these constituencies. He continued, “All we want is a relationship with the state that enables us to continue to do that.” This echoes Iger’s previous comments about investing in Florida’s economy. During the shareholder meeting, Iger announced that Disney was planning on investing over 17 billion dollars into Disney World over the next ten years, which will create an estimated 13,000 new Disney jobs and “thousands of other indirect jobs.” He also indicated this would help attract more visitors and generate more taxes for the state. Magic Kingdom “We have the wherewithal and we have the desire to continue to invest there to grow that business so that we can hire more people so that we can increase our attendance, and so that we can basically increase more value for the Walt Disney Company and for the state of Florida. It’s that simple.” ©Reuters | Disney CEO Bob Iger Iger was asked about the potential for meeting with DeSantis to work things out. He said that he didn’t view this as a “going-to-mattress” situation for Disney, and that if “the governor of Florida wants to meet with me to discuss all of this, of course, I would be glad to do that.” “You know, I’m one that typically has respected our elected officials and the responsibility that they have, and there would be no reason why I wouldn’t do that.” ©Disney But, no such talks are in the works as far as we know. The new District’s board will be meeting on April 19th to discuss a proposed resolution, and we’ll be keeping an eye on that. Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news. See the DeSantis-Appointed Board’s Latest Moves Here Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post Did Disney “Checkmate” Gov. DeSantis? See What CEO Bob Iger Says. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The time has come for two fan-favorite Disneyland restaurants. Disneyland Catal Restaurant and its outdoor bar Uva Bar & Cafe have served Disneyland visitors for 22 years — inspiring many to fall in love with the colorful Mediterranean-inspired atmosphere. Together, these restaurants have served up some pretty tasty food and drinks, but a lot of the appeal comes from the atmosphere brought by Uva Bar & Cafe’s outdoor space that allows visitors a sunny glimpse of both California and the Mediterranean region. Tomorrow, April 14th, both of these restaurants will CLOSE permanently. Disney said that Catal Restaurant and Uva Bar & Cafe would close “to make way for an exciting new addition to the Downtown Disney District” in Disneyland. Catal Restaurant in Downtown Disney Disney previously announced that two new Mexican restaurants — Paseo and Centrico — will take over this space. The new restaurants will be the creation of Chef Carlos Gaytan — the first Mexican-born chef to earn a Michelin Star. Paseo and Centrico Concept Art The new restaurants are part of a broader project to add new shopping, dining and entertainment to the west side of Downtown Disney. Family-run Chinese restaurant Din Tai Fung will also bring its famous soup dumplings to the revamped district. Din Tau Fung Concept Art ©Disney This isn’t the first set of Disneyland restaurants we’ve seen close to make way for new dining experiences. The French Market Restaurant and its accompanying Mint Julep Bar closed earlier this year for French Market to be reimagined as Tiana’s Palace. 2023 seems to be the year of changes for Disneyland restaurants! French Market Restaurant We don’t have opening dates for the new restaurants at this time, but here at DFB, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news and updates. Follow along so that you never miss a thing! Looking for more Disneyland news? Click here to check out all the new things we’ve seen recently! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! See Our DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Get All the Info About Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Should You Go to Disneyland in 2022? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What is your favorite Disneyland restaurant? Let us know in the comments! The post Two Disney Restaurants Are Closing TOMORROW first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Welcome back to EPCOT, everyone! EPCOT We’ve just begun to get tons of EPCOT Food & Wine Festival news, like the dates of the festival and what booths will be returning, and we know that the Eat To The Beat Concert series will also be returning. But there’s tons of other news from EPCOT this past week, so let’s review! EPCOT Construction Updates EPCOT construction is still going strong throughout the whole park! EPCOT Construction Over at Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana, finishing touches are being made inside the attraction. Remember that this spot will open this coming fall. Finishing Touches Most of the construction seems to have moved over to the opposite side of the new walkway, where several machines can be seen working. Lots happening over here! Communicore Hall is also still coming along! This new festival area isn’t expected to open until late 2023, so it likely won’t be ready in time for the start of the Food & Wine Festival. Communicore Hall construction We also noticed that one of the Harmonious barges is officially gone! As Harmonious has ended its run in this park, all of the barges will be removed from the lagoon. Bye Harmonious barges We’ve seen several workers out on the water to remove the others as well, so we expect they’ll be gone in the coming weeks. TONS happening EPCOT still has a long way to go for its full transformation, but progress is definitely happening! EPCOT Food Updates The Springtime Menu became available at the Farmers Feast booth at EPCOT’s Flower & Garden Festival on April 9th. You can now grab the Grilled Vegetable Bruschetta for $5… Grilled Vegetable Bruschetta …Grilled Swordfish for $8.25… Grilled Swordfish …Strawberry Rhubarb Upside-down Cake for $4.75… Strawberry Rhubarb Upside-down Cake …and the Strawberry Rhubarb Cocktail for $11.50. Strawberry Rhubarb Cocktail You can check out our full review here! Click here for our full review of the new Farmers Feast menu. We also noticed that the soda machines at Club Cool were once again down to only TWO flavors this week — yikes! (At least they’re not just serving Beverly, like they were a while ago.) Only two left! It seems Club Cool has had some trouble keeping flavors in stock recently, but we hope to see them return soon. EPCOT Merchandise Updates Tea Caddy At Tea Caddy in the UK Pavilion, we spotted some Twinnings English Afternoon Tea for $6.99 each or $6 each when you buy 4. Twinnings English Afternoon Tea House of Good Fortune You can snag some new Tea Ice Cream Flavored Oreos for $6.95… Tea Ice Cream Flavored Oreos …and two new Christmas ornaments! One is a Turtle for $38.95… Turtle Ornament …and the other is a Peacock for $45.95. Peacock Ornament Creations Shop Over in Creations Shop, there are SO many new offerings, like the Joey Chou Magic Kingdom Minnie Ears for $34.99. Joey Chou Minnie Ears A lot of new Starbucks merchandise has been released too, such as the Starbucks Tumbler with Straw for $49.99… Starbucks Tumbler with Straw …the Starbucks Coffee Tumbler for $27.99… Starbucks Coffee Tumbler …the Starbucks Tote for $29.99… Starbucks Tote …a Starbucks Ornament for $14.99… Starbucks Ornament …and a Starbucks Tumbler for $29.99. Starbucks Y’all Tumbler You can also grab the new Moana Toddler Shorts for $29.99. Moana Toddler Shorts We also spotted a new Mickey Marching Band Tee for $29.99. Mickey Marching Band Tee There’s also a new Joey Chou Dooney and Burke Wallet for $188… Joey Chou Dooney and Burke Wallet …a Joey Chou Dooney and Burke Purse for $298… Joey Chou Dooney and Burke Purse …and a Joey Chou Dooney and Burke Tote for $348. Joey Chou Dooney and Burke Tote We also found a new Ariel and Flounder Youth Shirt for $21.99. Ariel and Flounder Youth Shirt Or you can grab the Moana Onesie for $19.99… Moana Onesie …and the Mickey Mouse Onesie for $19.99. Mickey Mouse Onesie There’s also a new Mickey and Friends Youth Shirt for $31.99. Mickey and Friends Youth Shirt Disney also released a ton of new Munchling ornaments all for $22.99 each. You can now grab the Disney Munchlings Mickey Ornament… Disney Munchlings Mickey Ornament …Disney Munchlings Minnie Ornament… Disney Munchlings Minnie Ornament …Disney Munchlings Baymax Ornament… Disney Munchlings Baymax Ornament …Disney Munchlings Eeyore Ornament… Disney Munchlings Eeyore Ornament …Disney Munchlings Pooh Ornament… Disney Munchlings Pooh Ornament …and the Disney Munchlings Stitch Ornament! Disney Munchlings Stitch Ornament Pin Traders There are LOTS of new pins to grab at this spot. You can grab the Awkward Moments Wreck It Ralph Pin for $21.99… Awkward Moments Wreck It Ralph Pin …the Awkward Moments Emperor’s New Grove Kuzko & Yzma Pin for $21.99… Awkward Moments Emperor’s New Grove Kuzko & Yzma Pin …the Awkward Moments Aladdin Genie Pin for $21.99… Awkward Moments Aladdin Genie Pin …and the Beauty and the Beast Large Awkward Moments Pin for $34.99! Beauty and the Beast Large Awkward Moments Pin We also spotted an Oswald FigPin for $24.99… Oswald FigPin …and an Ortensia FigPin for $24.99. Ortensia FigPin We also spotted a Donald and Nephews Pin for $19.99… Donald and Nephews Pin …and a Scrooge McDuck Folding 100 Decades Vault Pin for $34.99. Scrooge McDuck Folding 100 Decades Vault Pin The Fjording You can also grab a new Helly Hansen and Esra Roise Reversible Bucket Hat for $60. Helly Hansen and Esra Roise Reversible Bucket Hat One side of the hat is multi-colored, while the other side is solid black. Kunstarbeit in Kristall Now for the most EXPENSIVE souvenir on this list, the Clear Crystal Spaceship Earth for $79,000! Clear Crystal Spaceship Earth It even comes with its own Certificate of Authenticity. Mitsukoshi You can also grab the new Water in Lip Lip Balm for $10.95. Water in Lip Lip Balm World Traveler We also found some new Orange Bird Tupperware Containers in three different sizes! The Small is $9.99… Small Orange Bird Tupperware Container …the Medium is $12.99… Medium Orange Bird Tupperware Container …and the Large is $19.99. Large Orange Bird Tupperware Container The Toy Soldier Here you can grab the Mary Poppins Carousel Sipper for $22.99… Mary Poppins Carousel Sipper …and the Peter Pan Sipper for $24.99! Peter Pan Sipper The Land Pavilion We spotted some new 100th Anniversary ID Tags! Here you can grab Goofy… Goofy 100th Anniversary ID Tag …as well as Daisy. They are $15 each. Daisy 100th Anniversary ID Tag The Seas And over at the Seas in SeaBase, you can grab three more 100th Anniversary ID Tags. First up is Donald… Donald 100th Anniversary ID Tag …the Pluto… Pluto 100th Anniversary ID Tag …the Tinkerbell! Tinkerbell 100th Anniversary ID Tag Port of Entry We also found a new Disney World Churro Cart Shirt for $29.99… Disney World Churro Cart Shirt …and a Villains Shirt for $39.99. Villains Shirt Northwest Mercantile Over in the Canada Pavilion, there’s lots of new merchandise to grab, starting with the Canada Dehavilland Aircraft Shirt for $39.99… Canada Dehavilland Aircraft Shirt …the Canada Airplane Shirt for $39.99… Canada Airplane Shirt …the Canada National Air Service Shirt for $39.99… Canada National Air Service Shirt …a Canada Dehavilland Round Logo Shirt for $39.99… Canada Dehavilland Round Logo Shirt …the Canada Dehavilland Round Logo Hat for $29.99… Canada Dehavilland Round Logo Hat …a Canada Dehavilland Airplane Outline Hat for $29.99… Canada Dehavilland Airplane Outline Hat …and the Canada National Air Service Hat for $29.99! Canada National Air Service Hat EPCOT General Updates This is a bonus! The Medieval Diorama at this location is being restored piece by piece over MANY years. Currently, the man spinning the hoop is missing, and this animatronic display has been sitting in the dark, unmoving for years. This hasn’t moved in YEARS Around a year ago, the lights were turned on, and back in November, some movement was finally restored. Now, they are painting the figures and replacing some fabric and rhinestone elements. And that’s everything new over in EPCOT! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest news. See what breakfast is returning to an EPCOT restaurant SOON! Want MORE Details About EPCOT’s MASSIVE Transformation? EPCOT’s Three New Neighborhoods Have Debuted – Learn More Here See Our Full Review of One of EPCOT’s Newest Restaurants – Connections Eatery Get a Full Tour Inside EPCOT’s New Starbucks Location – Connections Cafe See All the Details You Need to Know About the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Coaster, Now Open in World Discovery NEW Festival Areas, Gardens, a Meet-and-Greet Area, and More Are Coming to EPCOT Go Inside Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure With Us Check Out All of the Tasty Details About La Crêperie de Paris See Our Full Reviews of Space 220, Which Has Officially OPENED in EPCOT Check Out Spaceship Earth’s Permanent New Nighttime Look Learn More About EPCOT’s New Nighttime Spectacular -- Harmonious See Full Details About the New PLAY! Pavilion Coming to EPCOT Learn All About Journey of Water -- Inspired by Moana, Coming to World Nature The Mary Poppins Attraction is on Hold – Learn More Here What’s Been CUT From the EPCOT Transformation? 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If you’re coming to Disney World soon, there are some big changes you’ll need to know about! Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort We’ve got new rides and restaurants in the parks, but some of the biggest updates are coming to the resorts. And before you decide where to stay, you should know about these hotel changes coming soon! Disney’s BoardWalk Inn One of the hotels that’s currently getting some major updates is Disney’s BoardWalk Inn. For starters, Disney is in the process of updating all the hotel rooms with new furniture and decor. We’ve gotten a sneak peek at these rooms already. ©Disney On top of that, the lobby of the hotel is expected to get a refresh. We already saw some construction at the check-in desk, and the former Dundy’s Sundries shut down last year to make way for Carousel Coffee. We’re excited to see what other updates come in the future! Boardwalk Lobby Outside on the BoardWalk itself, there’s a new restaurant in progress! The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers is under construction currently and is set to open sometime in 2023. The Cake Bake Shop The BoardWalk is going to be a whole new place by the time this transformation is complete! Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Heading over to the Magic Kingdom area, we’ve also got some changes coming to the Grand Floridian Resort. Disney announced a little while back that the lobby of the hotel is going to undergo a refurbishment soon. Grand Floridian Lobby Along with the lobby updates, the resort is in the process of getting updated hotel rooms. We’ve already seen many of these updated rooms open up to guests, decorated with new furniture and color schemes to keep things feeling upscale. Bedroom at the Grand Floridian And we can’t forget about the restaurants! Both Citricos and Narcoossee’s at the Grand Floridan got refurbishments with new decor in the past couple of years. Disney seems to be in the business of keeping its deluxe resorts looking deluxe! Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Next door at the Polynesian Village Resort, you’ll spot some of the most noticeable changes. In 2022, Disney tore down part of the resort (including the Spirit of Aloha dinner show) to make way for a NEW Disney Vacation Club tower. ©Disney | Polynesian Village Resort concept art The tower is currently under construction and it looks like it’s going to be HUGE! So far, we’ve only seen a little bit of concept art, but the area will be home to new recreation and dining options. The project is set to be completed in 2024. Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Heading over the value resorts, All-Star Sports is the last of the All-Star resorts to get a room upgrade. The refurbishments are in progress currently but should be completed sometime this year. Disney’s All Star Sports Resort So far, a few sections of the resort have been completed, and the updated rooms look very similar to the new ones at All-Star Movies and All-Star Music, with two queen beds (one of which is a Murphy bed). Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground At Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, fans must say goodbye to a classic restaurant. Trail’s End Restaurant is currently a table service spot that serves food family style, but soon it will be closing to be converted into a marketplace-style quick service restaurant. Trail’s End Restaurant Disney hasn’t yet announced an official closing date for Trail’s End, but the website only shows hours through May 7th, 2023. We’ll keep you updated as this spot goes through a transformation. Across All Resorts And last but not least, we need to talk about a new piece of Disney tech — Hey Disney! This service works with Amazon Echo and Alexa devices and offers “custom voice assistance” to guests staying at Disney World resorts. Through Hey Disney, you can get assistance with room amenities, guest services, planning, weather info, and much more. Hey Disney at the Polynesian So far, the system has only launched in a trial period at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, but it’s set to roll out to all the hotels in the future. We’ve already had the chance to test it out and see what it can do, and there are a ton of features to entertain you and your family during your stay! Hey Disney! We’ll make sure to keep you updated when Hey Disney spreads to the other resorts. This will be a great new perk for hotel guests! Click Here to Learn More About Hey Disney! Those are all the hotel changes that you can expect coming up soon! We’ll make sure to keep you in the loop as more news is announced, so stay tuned to DFB! Click Here for Our 35 Best 2023 Disney World Tips! 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When it comes to change, we see a LOT of it happening ALL THE TIME at Disney World restaurants. Grand Floridian Resort Not only are restaurant menus always being updated, but we also see a lot of snacks come and go. However, a NEW menu change at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa reflects a BIG change that is happening ALL across Disney World. We previously reported that Disney has partnered with Seafood Watch, which is a conservation group based at the Monterey Bay Aquarium that rates seafood sustainability. Disney has since instructed its chefs to create dishes using seafood recommended by the group. Lobster Tempura at Takumi Tei in EPCOT According to Seafood Watch, lobster is one of the red-listed foods, meaning that while American and Canadian lobster is not overfished, the equipment used in lobster fishing threatens an endangered species of whale. Therefore, the group recommends restaurants against using lobster in their dishes. ©NOAA Fisheries | How right whales become entangled in fishing equipment We’ve previously noticed that some Disney World restaurants have already pared back on offering lobster dishes on their menus. Lobster dishes have been removed from menus at Coral Reef, Space 220, and other Disney World restaurants, and a lobster roll at the Food & Wine Festival was replaced with a sandwich made with crab. New England Lobster Roll from 2016 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Well, we’re noticing even more lobster dishes falling off menus, particularly at the Grand Floridian Cafe. Both the Lobster Thermidor Burger and the Lobster Eggs Benedict have been removed from the menu. They have been replaced by the Grand Floridian Café Signature Burger (for $23) and the Smoked Salmon Florentine Benedict (for $20). Lobster Thermidor Burger However, lobster dishes remain on the menu at other Disney World restaurants, such as The Boathouse and Paddlefish. Maine Lobster Bisque at The BOATHOUSE Will we see even more lobster removed from menus at Disney World? We’re not sure, but we will continue to keep an eye on restaurant menus and let you know when they change, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Disney dining changes are a lot to keep up with! We’ve done all the research for you in writing our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! We’ve got details on EVERY dining location at Walt Disney World inside our eBook – and it’s easy to download to your tablet or smartphone to take with you on your next trip. Use our discount code for DFB readers – WDW2023 – for 25% off! Grab the DFB Guide! Keep following DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news. Click here to learn more about why lobster is disappearing from 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 do you think about lobster being removed from menus in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post 2 Menu Items Have DISAPPEARED from the Grand Floridian Café in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World and Disneyland aren’t the only theme parks getting massive updates right now. Disneyland Paris Sure, EPCOT is undergoing a huge transformation in Disney World, and Toon Town in Disneyland just got completely reimagined. However, Disneyland Paris might just have the COOLEST (literally) update of all Disney Parks because it’s getting an entire land based on Frozen. We’ve seen some of the concept art and work being done on that land, but now we have a video that showcases its progress. Warning! This video may make you want to book a trip to Paris! The video shows how this entire new land started from a concept… Frozen Land ©Disney …to a thing actually being constructed. ©Walt Disney Imagineering via Instagram We get a good idea of just how HUGE this land is going to be, too. ©Walt Disney Imagineering via Instagram We even get to see some of the brilliant folks who are putting this gorgeous land together. ©Walt Disney Imagineering via Instagram The blueprints show just how expansive this new land will be. We just know the entire area will be jam-packed with that amazing Disney attention to detail. ©Walt Disney Imagineering via Instagram It’s incredible seeing these structures begin to come to life. ©Walt Disney Imagineering via Instagram No detail is being overlooked. Are these wallpaper samples for Anna and Elsa’s castle in Arendelle? ©Walt Disney Imagineering via Instagram You can watch the whole video here: A similar Frozen land is also being built in Hong Kong Disneyland — there it will be known as “World of Frozen” and it’s set to open before the Frozen land in Paris. A Frozen land will also make its way to Tokyo Disney Resort as part of an expansion at Tokyo DisneySea. Um…Disney? Where’s the U.S. Frozen land? We want one, too! Disneyland Paris is also adding Frozen-themed rooms to the Disneyland Hotel there, as well as rooms themed around Tangled, Cinderella, and Sleeping Beauty. Frozen Hotel Room ©Disney We’ll continue to keep you updated on what’s going on at Disneyland Paris, as well as other Disney Parks around the world, so stay tuned to DFB for more. What We Know About Disney’s NEW ‘Frozen 3’ Sequel So Far 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. Would you want to visit this Frozen land in Disneyland Paris? Why or why not? Let us know in the comments! The post VIDEO: UPDATES Revealed for Disney's New 'Frozen'-themed Land first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Things are CHANGING at Disneyland Resort! Disneyland Certain restaurants are closing, Splash Mountain has an official closing date, and a new store is on its way. But what other updates have popped up around the Happiest Place on Earth? We have ALLLLLL of the things you need to know right here. Disneyland Disneyland Food Updates Milk Stand In Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, we spotted a NEW snack — the Polystarch Puffbread, priced at $5.99. Looks like Rey’s bread When it comes to looks, this bread is NOT winning any awards. It sort of looks…moldy? Or like a bag of dirt? But does it taste as gross as it looks? Maybe not… See our full review of the bread here! Disneyland Merchandise Updates Emporium At the Emporium, we found a whole bunch of items from the NEW Joey Chou collection (which we’ve also seen in Disney World AND online) including the Castle Cup for $27.99… Cup …Castle Mug for $19.99… Mug …Zip-Up Hoodie for $54.99… Hoodie …Minnie Ears for $34.99… Ears …Teacup Castle Shirt for $39.99… How Cute …Set of 5 Postcards for $14.99… Postcards …Jean Jacket for $79.99… Jean Jacket …Bucket Hat for $34.99… Fancy …Towel for $29.99… Lounge in Style …Picnic Blanket for $49.99… Cozy …Button Up shirt for $59.99… Shirt …1000 Piece Puzzle for $24.99… Puzzle …Lantern for $34.99… Lantern …Magnets for $19.99… Magnet …¾ Sleeve shirt for $39.99… Shirt …Kids Dress for $39.99… Dress …Kids Shirt for $31.99… Shirt …Spirit Jersey for $79.99… Spirit Jersey …Kids Polo for $29.99… Polo …Kids Long Sleeve shirt for $29.99… Long Sleeve …Pen Set for $19.99… Pens …Castle Train Pin for $14.99… Castle Pin …and Teacup Pin for $14.99. Pin Other great merchandise we spotted included a Bruno Loungefly Fanny Pack ($65)… Bruno Loungefly …Mickey Kids Crocs ($54.99)… Crocs …Oswald Crewneck ($64.99)… Oswald …Oswald Jersey ($59.99)… Jersey …Disneyland 55 Shirt ($29.99)… Shirt …Silver 100th Anniversary Loungefly Ears ($44.99)… Ears …Silver 100th Anniversary Loungefly Bag ($78)… Bag …Stitch Spirit Jersey ($79.99)… Stitch …Lion King Hat ($29.99)… Hat …Mickey Sweat Shorts (these come in a variety of colors) ($44.99 each)… Shorts …Mickey Tank Tops (these come in a variety of colors) ($34.99 each)… Tank Top …Mickey Shirts (these come in a variety of colors) ($39.99 each)… Shirt …Mickey Hoodies (these come in a variety of colors) ($69.99 each)… Hoodie …Balloon Keychain… Keychain …Abu Shoulder Plush ($22.99)… Abu …Believe In Magic Shirt ($39.99)… Believe in Magic …and Ariel Bike Shorts ($36.99). Ready to Chill We also found a Kids Dyed Joey Chou Shirt ($26.99)… Shirt …Astro Orbiter 25th Anniversary Pin ($19.99)… Pin …Rainbow Castle Shirt ($29.99)… Shirt …Dapper Dans Shirt ($29.99)… Shirt …Polka Dot Glasses… Cute! ….Frozen Glasses… Glasses …Pooh Glasses… Pooh Glasses …Star Wars Glasses… Star Wars …Disneyland Hat ($32.99)… Hat …Duplo Castle Set ($99.99)… Castle Set …Marie Weighted Plush ($39.99)… Plush …and Kevin Plush ($29.99). Kevin That’s a LOT of merch. But there’s MORE. Disney Showcase At Disney Showcase we found MORE new merchandise including pieces from the new 100th Anniversary Unified Characters collection (which we also saw online). At Disneyland, we spotted the Notebook ($19.99)… Notebook …PopSocket Wallet ($24.99)… Popsocket …Kids Shirt ($26.99)… Shirt …Backpack ($39.99)… Backpack …Button Up Shirt ($59.99)… Shirt …Lunch Box ($34.99)… Lunchbox …Pajama Pants ($39.99)… Pants …Pillow ($34.99)… Pillow …Hoodie ($64.99)… Hoodie …Kids Crewneck ($34.99)… For the Kiddos …Kids Leggings ($29.99)… Leggings …Onesie ($19.99)… So Sweet …and Blanket ($44.99). Blanket If you want to pick these up online, click here to check out the collection! 20th Century Music Company Next up, it was time to check out lots of exciting items for those pin collectors out there. We recently spotted a Toontown Pin… Toontown …Best Date Night Ever Pin… Best Date Night Ever! …Mickey and Pluto Pin… Baby Mickey …Angry Donald Pin… He’s Angry! …Donald and Nephews Pin… Not as Angry Here! …Goofy Pin… Goofy …Pluto Pin… Pluto …Chip Pin… Chip …Dale Pin… Dale …and Chip and Dale Pin. Together Forever! We also found a Sulley and Roz Pin Set ($17.99)… Sulley and Roz …23-19 Pin (Silver)… The Sock! …Up Pin Set ($17.99)… Up Pins …and Toy Story Characters Pin ($17.99). Toy Story But what if you’re more into ears and hats? Well, Disney has plenty for you too. Disney Clothiers At Disney Clothiers, we spotted some great accessories for your head including Tiki Room Ears ($34.99)… How Cute …a Castle Hat ($29.99)… Hat …a Kids Ariel Bucket Hat ($24.99)… Ariel Hat …and a “Sweetest Kid On Earth” shirt ($26.99). Shirt In terms of other items, we also spotted a Turning Red sweater ($79.99)… Turning Red …and Castle Bag ($34.99). Castle Bag Which of these items would you pick up? China Closet At the China Closet, we spotted the Joey Chou Cup Set ($34.99)… Cups …and Joey Chou Pitcher ($34.99). Pitcher So if you’re trying to complete your Joey Chou collection, be sure to stop by this store. Little Green Men Store Command At Little Green Men Store Command we found some more great items, from plushes to backpacks and everything in between. A few of the items we found included a Doug Plush ($39.99)… Plush …Green Alien Backpack ($39.99)… Backpack …Dog Toy Set ($24.99)… Toy Set …Kids Bing Bong Sweater ($49.99)… Bing Bong …Pixar Characters Pocket Tee ($39.99)… Shirt …Chillin Grillin Bucket Hat ($44.99)… Bucket Hat …and Pixar Loungefly Backpack ($88). Loungefly Backpack If you’re a Loungefly collector, that last bag might be a must-get! Star Trader Looking for Star Wars items? Star Trader has you covered with a Star Wars Shirt ($34.99)… Shirt …and Kids’ Star Wars Shirt ($24.99). Kids Shirt Looking for more Star Wars and Marvel items? You’ll find a few more available there including a Captain America Shirt ($29.99)… Captain America …Boba Fett Shirt ($29.99)… Bob Fett …Darth Vader Shirt ($29.99)… Vader Shirt …”I am Your Father” Shirt ($29.99)… I Am Your Father …Mandalorian Funko Pop ($14.99)… Funko Pop …and Luke Skywalker and Grogu Funko Pop ($14.99). Funko Pop with Luke For more Star Wars news, click here to learn about the Star Wars month-long celebration coming to Disneyland Resort. TomorrowLanding At TomorrowLanding, you can pick up a Chip and Dale Pin Set ($44.99)… Pin Set …Easter 2023 Pin ($19.99)… Easter Pin …Chip and Dale Pin ($24.99)… The Duo …Chip and Dale Mystery Pin Set ($24.99)… Which Will You Get? …and Chip and Dale Cartoon Screen Pin ($19.99). Another Pin! EnginEar Souvenirs Looking for Mickey and Friends merch? Stop by EnginEar Souvenirs to grab the Runaway Railway Elastic Headband Ears ($29.99)… Ears …Goofy Train Plush ($34.99)… Plush …Striped Mickey Kids Shirt ($31.99)… Shirt …White Mickey Kids Longe Sleeve ($29.99)… Shirt …Reversible Kids Bucket Hat ($24.99)… Bucket Hat …Daisy Munchlings Plush ($19.99)… Plush …and Runaway Railway Chuuby Bird Shoulder Plush ($22.99). Chuuby! Fantasy Faire Gifts Fantasy Faire Gifts had plenty to offer with a Hakuna Matata Hoodie ($64.99)… It Means No Worries …another Lion King Hoodie ($64.99)… Hoodie …a Lion King Shirt ($39.99)… Fun! …a Lion King Spirit Jersey ($79.99)… Spirit Jersey …a Tie Dye Lion King Shirt ($39.99)… Shirt …a Simba and Nala Ears ($34.99)… Ears …and a Simba Hat ($24.99). Simba Hat We also spotted a Tie Dye Kids Lion King Hoodie ($39.99). Hoodie In other words, if you need merchandise themed to The Lion King, THIS is the place to go. Pooh Corner Over at Pooh Corner, we found some more fun items including a “Chillin” Dog Spirit Jersey ($39.99)… For Your Pets! …Collar and Lead Set ($34.99)… Set …Joey Chou Pants ($54.99)… Pants …and a Joey Chou Loungefly Backpack ($88). Backpack Here, you’ll also find a Chip Munchlings Plush ($34.99)… So Cute …and Disney animals keychain. Which Is Your Favorite? There’s a little bit for everyone — even the pets — over here! Port Royal Love those Disney baddies? Stop by Port Royal to grab this Villains Shirt. Villains Shirt It’s priced at $39.99. Adventureland Bazaar At Adventureland Bazaar, it was a Moana party with all kinds of newer items including a Tumbler ($24.99)… Tumbler …Cup ($14.99)… Cup …Serving Bowl ($59.99)… Bowl …Basket ($24.99)… Basket …Set of 4 Plates ($39.99)… Plates …Woven Tray ($49.99)… Tray …Mug ($24.99)… Mug …T-Shirt ($39.99)… Shirt …Kids Outfit ($49.99)… Just Like Moana …another Shirt ($39.99)… Shirt …Tote Bag ($49.99)… Tote Bag …Headband ($19.99)… Headband …Bucket Hat ($34.99)… Bucket Hat …Pillow ($39.99)… Pillow …Native Shoes ($64.99)… Shoes …Blanket ($59.99)… Blanket …Compact Mirror ($19.99)… Mirror …Hoodie ($59.99)… Hoodie …Pants ($54.99)… Pants …Dress ($69.99)… Dress …Flower Ears ($34.99)… Ears …Single Strap Bag ($39.99)… Bag …and Towel ($29.99). Towel See that line where the sky meets the sea? It calls your wallet, apparently! During another trip, we also spotted an Adventureland Shirt ($39.99)… Shirt …Tiki Room Polo Shirt ($49.99)… Polo …Tiki Room Bird Dress ($54.99)… Dress …Tiki Room Romper ($54.99)… Romper …and Tiki Room Hair Accessories ($19.99). Hair Accessories Galaxy’s Edge Merch Kiosk If you’re in the mood for some Resistance items, stop by Galaxy’s Edge to get the Resistance Long Sleeve ($44.99)… Long Sleeve …Resistance T-Shirt ($39.99)… Resistance …Baggy Shirt ($39.99)… Another Shirt …Kids Resistance Shirt ($31.99)… Another Shirt …and Resistance Kids Pocket Tee ($26.99). Pocket Shirt Westward Ho Need more pins in your life? Of course you do! At Westward Ho you can get the Simba and Mufasa Pin… Simba and Mufasa …Simba Pin… Simba …Rafiki Pin… Rafiki Pin …Powerline Max and Roxanne Pin… Max and Roxanne …and Powerline Pin. Powerline Pioneer Mercantile But wait, there’s more merch to check out. At Pioneer Mercantile, we spotted a White Encanto Dress ($108)… Dress …Bruno Button Up shirt ($59.99)… Shirt …Encanto Onesie ($19.99)… Onesie …Mirabel Shirt ($26.99)… Shirt …Stitch 2023 Graduate Plush ($24.99)… Plush …Disneyland Resort Magnet… Magnet …and Mickey Rain Jacket ($54.99). Rain Jacket During another trip, we also spotted a Kids Lion Nat Geo Shirt ($17.49)… Shirt …and Elephant Nat Geo Tote Bag ($44.99). Bag Popcorn Cart By Partners Statue Over at the Popcorn Cart by the Partners Statue, we found a NEW Popcorn Bucket. Popcorn Bucket This is a purple bucket themed to Disney’s 100th Anniversary and it’s priced at $19.50. Get more details about the popcorn bucket here Disneyland Construction Updates In terms of construction, it looks like some scaffolding has come down on the Adventureland Treehouse. Treehouse Construction is still very much in progress here though. Still Under Construction Though there was a chance that it would open a bit earlier this year, that hasn’t happened yet and an exact opening date hasn’t been announced. Moving Along We’ll keep an eye out for updates! Disneyland General Updates And in terms of general updates, a single rider line was available at Space Mountain during our visit, but this is something you’ll want to check on when you’re there. Single Rider If you have any questions about where to go or how to access the line, be sure to ask Cast Members. Disney California Adventure Park Disney California Adventure Merchandise Updates Five and Dime Time for more merchandise updates. At Five and Dime we found a “Fuerte” Shirt ($39.99)… Fuerte Shirt …”Being Strong is Fabulous” Loungefly ($88)… Loungefly …and “Sweetest Mom On Earth” Shirt ($39.99). Sweetest Mom Start planning those Mother’s Day gifts — it falls on May 14th and will be here before you know it! Elias & Co. At Elias & Co., we found a Disneyland Resort Shirt ($39.99)… Shirt …Castle Sweat Shorts ($36.99)… Shorts …”Chasing The Fun” Tank Top ($39.99)… Tank Top …Rex Tote Bag ($39.99)… Tote Bag …”Ice Cold” Coozie ($19.99)… Ice Cold …Pixar Summer Tumbler ($22.99)… Tumbler …”Fun in the Sun” Pitcher with Cups ($39.99)… Pitcher …Tiki Room Button-Up shirt ($59.99)… Shirt …Tiki Room Mug ($24.99)… Mug …Tiki Room Dress ($128)… Dress …Tiki Room Shorts ($39.99)… Shorts …Tiki Room Hat ($34.99)… Hat … and DOLE Whip Loungefly Purse ($75). Purse Fans of the Enchanted Tiki Room, beware — your wallets are in trouble! At this store, you’ll also find an Ariel Kids Shirt ($21.99)… Shirt …and Toy Story “Laid Back” T-Shirt Dress ($49.99). Laid Back! Gone Hollywood At Gone Hollywood, we spotted a Comic Strip Mickey-themed Wallet for $29.99. Wallet Knick’s Knacks At Knick’s Knacks, we spotted a Lotso Spirit Jersey Hoodie ($84.99). Lotso Get ready to have everyone trying to sniff your sweater! Rushin’ River Outfitters Rushin’ River Outfitters had some items for the more adventurous people out there including a Nat Geo Elephant Shirt ($45)… Shirt …Nat Geo Shorts ($55)… Shorts …Nat Geo Lion Shirt ($45)… Lion Shirt …and Nat Geo Giraffe Shirt ($40). Shirt Elysian Arcade Ready for some pins? Stop by Elysian Arcade to pick up the Clarabelle Pin Set ($29.99)… Clarabelle and Horace …Dancing Characters Pin of Zazu ($19.99)… Zazu …Dale Easter Egg Pin ($17.99)… Dale …101 Dalmation Arcade Pin ($19.99).. Arcade Pin …Metal Magic Pin ($19.99)… Metal Magic …Doctors Day Pin ($17.99)… Doctors Day …Moana Pin ($17.99)… Moana Pin …”Journey into Mystery” First Appearance Pin ($19.99)… First Appearance Pin …Thor First Appearance Pin ($19.99)… Thor …and Pooh and Piglet Best Buds Pin ($19.99). Best Buds During another trip, we spotted a S’mores Rice Krispie Treat here. Looks Delicious You can pick it up for $5.99. Big Top Toys At Big Top Toys, we found a Mickey, Minnie, and Pluto Nesting Plush. Nesting Toys You can get it for $44.99. Off The Page At Off the Page, you’ll find some fun items including a Mickey Shaped Airpods Case ($24.99)… Case …Mickey “All Time Classic” Airpods Case ($19.99)… Mickey Case …Avatar Airpods Case ($19.99)… Airpods Case …Mickey and Co Otterbox Case ($59.99)… Phone Case …Max Pin… Max Pin …Hakuna Matata Pin… No Worries …Scar Pin Set ($17.99)… Scar …Scar Pin… Scar Pin …and Dr. Facilier Pin. Dr. Facilier Collector’s Warehouse At the Collector’s Warehouse, we spotted an Iron Man Shirt ($39.99)… Iron Man Shirt …and Rocket Cuddleez Plush ($39.99). Plush Seaside Souvenirs Looking for some accessories for your hair or head? Stop by Seaside Souvenirs to grab the Ariel Scrunchie Set ($16.99)… Scrunchie …and a Character Bucket Hat ($29.99). Bucket Disney California Adventure Construction Updates In terms of construction updates, we saw that Fairfax Market was open but they didn’t have very much available for sale. Faifax Market Also, we got a look at the scaffolding on the San Fransokyo Square bathrooms. Construction Plus, some concept art for this area has been placed on construction walls. Construction Wall And that’s all from Disneyland for now! Stay tuned for more news. Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! 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It’s finally happening — Disney World Annual Passes will be going on sale again SOON! Annual Passholder Card After the Disney World parks closed in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Annual Pass sales were paused. Sales resumed in September of 2021 with a revamped version of the program with new pass options. Sales were not active for long, because by November 2021, they had been paused again for all but one version of the Annual Pass. Now, Annual Pass sales will resume SOON — but we have a word of WARNING if you’re trying to snag one! New sales for Disney World Annual Passes will resume starting on April 20th, 2023! Disney confirmed that this includes the Incredi-Pass, Sorcerer Pass, and Pirate Pass, and the Pixie Dust Pass (which has been available for purchase) will still be available. But, Disney has noted that quantities will be limited, so you’ll want to set your alarms and be prepared to head to the Disney World website if you want to grab a pass! Annual Pass Disney confirmed that “as always, during your renewal window, you may choose to renew into any available pass type with a special renewal benefit.” However, if you want to upgrade your pass outside of your renewal window, you will be able to do that starting on April 20th. Disney sent a message to Annual Passholders stating that “existing Passholders will have the option to upgrade their Annual Pass, outside of their renewal window, online. The difference in prices must be paid in full at the time of the upgrade and the new Pass will have the same expiration date as the original pass.” Walt Disney World Annual Pass The prices of the Annual Passes were raised in November 2022, and those prices will be the same when the passes go on sale soon. Disney has confirmed that the online purchase strategy may include a waiting room as it did the last time Annual Passes went on sale. And, because Sorcerer Passes went on sale for Disney Vacation Club Members on April 13th — we have an idea of what problems you might face when trying to purchase your pass! ©Disney Many DVC members who tried to purchase a pass this morning were led to an error screen on the Disney World website. After a few minutes, that page updated to a waiting room. However, the waiting room wasn’t loading properly, just displaying a “recalculating” message. Around 9:10ET, Disney added this message at the bottom of the page: “Some of our digital experiences are unavailable at this time. DVC Disney Sorcerer Pass and Disney Pixie Dust Pass sales will resume as soon as possible. We thank you for your patience and understanding.” Passholder merch Chances are we may see similar problems arise on April 20th when passes go on sale for everyone — especially when you consider that a LOT more than just DVC Members will be trying to snag passes. If you want to have the best chance of getting a Disney World Annual Pass when they go on sale, there are a few things you can do! Have the Disney World website pulled up and ready to go Make sure you’re logged into your Disney account and your payment information is set up Consider using multiple devices Don’t refresh the page once you’re in the waiting room Be patient! Cinderella Castle There’s really no telling whether or not there will be any technical issues on April 20th, but when it comes to all things Disney — it’s best to be prepared for all kinds of scenarios. We’ll be keeping an eye on Annual Pass sales and will let you know of any updates! As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news. Everything You Need To Know About Disney World Annual Passes Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you a passholder? Let us know in the comments! The post WARNING: Huge Problem EXPOSED by Early Disney World Annual Pass Sales first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article