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Here’s some news from Disney Springs that’s sure to have your mouth watering! Pizza Ponte Spring is here at Disney Springs, and we’ve already seen some new and exciting menu additions come to a number of restaurants to celebrate the season. We just learned about another NEW menu item coming to a popular spot, and we couldn’t wait to let you know all about it! Pizza Ponte is part of a trio of connected restaurants — Maria & Enzo’s and Enzo’s Hideaway being the other two — and it serves up Sicilian pizza by the slice, Italian sandwiches, and pastries. They just announced a new menu item that’s available today! New to the menu are the “Bun Giorno” buns. They are filled with garlic and cheese and rolled into pinwheels, with layers of mozzarella, provolone, roasted garlic, and Parmigiano. Each bun costs $8.50. @pizzapontefla They are served with a side of marinara and made fresh daily in-house. Pizza Ponte We’ll continue to watch for more updates from Disney Springs, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! Click here to learn more about Pizza Ponte at Disney Springs. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you planning to try this new menu item? Let us know in the comments! The post NEW Menu Item Announced for Pizza Ponte in Disney Springs first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Walt Disney Company is in the midst of some major layoffs right now. During a recent earnings call, Disney CEO Bob Iger announced that thousands of jobs would be cut as the company works to cut costs. ©Disney | Walt Disney Company Headquarters The layoffs began in late March 2023, and several executives lost their jobs as a result. Those job cuts have meant that an entire division of the company was eliminated, and a couple of major projects have been scrapped. Disney has stated that these job cuts are part of a huge effort to cut $5.5 billion in spending, but one Marvel executive claims that there’s a different reason why Disney fired him. The Chairman of Marvel Entertainment, Isaac Perlmutter, was laid off as part of this recent wave of job cuts. But, according to Robbie Whelan of the Wall Street Journal, Perlmutter believes there’s a different reason why he lost his job. Perlmutter believes he was fired “because he pushed Disney too aggressively to cut costs and ran afoul of the creative executives whom newly returned Chief Executive Robert Iger wants to empower.” ©Susan Walsh/Associated Press via The New York Times Bob Iger stated in a previous earnings call that Disney is being reorganized in order to “return greater authority to [its] creative leaders.” This restructuring is meant to “re-establish a direct link between content decisions and financial performance” because the creative leaders will be given more authority to make decisions and more accountability for the results of those choices. At the time, Iger stressed that the reorganization will provide “a more cost-effective, coordinated and streamlined approach” to the company’s operations. It seems that Perlmutter must have come into some conflict with those creatives, and he believes that is the reason he was fired. ©Disney Apparently, Perlmutter was not afraid of disagreeing with other Disney executives. He told the Wall Street Journal that, during Disney’s battles with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, he called DeSantis and said, “Ron, you’re right. Disney doesn’t have the right to get involved with politics.” By contrast, Iger has defended the company’s stance and right to comment on political matters on multiple occasions. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis ©Deadline Perlmutter also sided with activist investor Nelson Peltz when Peltz was running a proxy battle against Disney. Though not officially involved in the proxy battle, he called the Disney directors and asked them to add Peltz to the Board of Directors. Perlmutter said, “My experience with any major corporation, when they’re having problems and they don’t have the free cash or whatever it is, usually people like Nelson Peltz know how to put it back on track.” He went on to say, “I learned one thing about creative people my whole life: You cannot give them an open credit card.… They’re doing this for 30 years, why would they change?” ©Reuters Perlmutter said, “I have no doubt that my termination was based on fundamental differences in business between my thinking and Disney leadership, because I care about return on investment.” The Wall Street Journal reports that the former executive frequently “raised concerns with then-CEO Mr. Chapek about what he viewed as out-of-control spending on Marvel movies.” Perlmutter claims that Chapek agreed with him but was unable to change the plan since the spending had already been approved by others. “There was no way to force the issue,” said Perlmutter, “because the creative people at the Walt Disney Company are very powerful.” Walt Disney Company Headquarters ©LA Times A Disney representative has stated that Perlmutter was terminated “as part of the company’s broader effort to cut $5.5 billion from its content and administrative budgets and eliminate 7,000 jobs.” Perlmutter claims he does not remember being told this. Instead, he said that the termination “was merely a convenient excuse to get rid of a longtime executive who dared to challenge the company’s way of doing business.” We’ll continue to watch for more updates from Disney, so stay tuned for all the latest news. Click here to read more about the recent job cuts at Disney. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post Exec Says There’s “No Doubt” He Was Fired for Disagreeing with Disney Leadership first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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. Skyliner Station We’re approaching this chaos-agent of a decision with as much logic as possible, so we’re breaking it down into five categories, which we’ll get into below. Today we’re putting two value Skyliner resorts head to head — Art of Animation vs Pop Century Resort! The categories we’ll be ranking these resorts on are as follows: Common Ground Theme/Rooms Pools Food Transportation This is going to be an extra special edition, because these resorts are very similar, and they’re right next to each other! Common Ground Let’s start with what’s similar about these resorts, which is a lot! Both of these resorts are around the same size, and are laid out in similar ways. ©Disney Both resorts are on opposite sides of Hourglass Lake — you can walk right to the other resort via a bridge over the lake! Both resorts are laid out with a main building at the front of the resort, and then the rooms are located in buildings surrounding it. Art of Animation Animation Hall Fun fact: The reason these resorts are SO similar and SO close together, is because Disney’s original plan was for all of it to be ONE resort. That’s right, Pop Century, was supposed to be twice as big as it turned out to be! Disney’s Skyliner over Hourglass Lake The plan was for “The Classic Years” side to cover 1950 to 1999, and “The Legendary Years” side to cover 1900 to 1949. Work commenced on BOTH sides, and they were supposed to open in 2001. But the recession and tourism slump after the Sept. 11th attacks forced a change in plans. Only “The Classic Years” side was finished and opened as Pop Century Resort. The buildings on the other side of Hourglass Lake sat empty and unfinished for YEARS, until 2010 — when Disney announced the plan for them to become the Art of Animation Resort! The “Legendary Years” side of Pop Century sat empty and unfinished for years. Overall, these resorts are so similar, that we’re actually going to get MORE into their similarities in our other categories! Theme/Rooms This is where these value resorts really differ. Why? Because the themes are TOTALLY different! Pop Century Resort is themed to the decades over the past 70 years. Pop Century Resort The different sections of rooms are each dedicated to the different decades. Disney’s Pop Century Resort The decorations all around this resort are truthfully larger than life. To some, it’s actually a little too much! HUGE characters! There are some Disney characters spread out all over the park, but lots of the decorations are more themed towards the decades rather than Disney characters. Yes, that’s a GIANT bike This also goes for the rooms as well. While you can spot characters throughout the room, they’re not all over. Pop Century Bed The theming is also toned down a lot in the rooms, which is quite the stark contrast to the outside of the resort. Pop Century Room Art of Animation on the other hand also has some larger-than-life theming, but it’s ALL based around Disney animated characters. Art of Animation Front Desk Animation Hall, which is where the front desk, resort store, and resort quick-service location are located, is heavily themed to the resort’s main animated films — The Little Mermaid, The Lion King, Finding Nemo, and Cars. Animation Hall The theming around this resort is similar to Pop Century in the way that it’s everywhere. You really can’t get away from this theming, but it feels even more like a Disney resort since it’s quite hard to get away from all the beloved Disney characters around you. Art of Animation – Cars section The hotel sections of the resort are themed to those four animated films, and so are the rooms! Lion King Family Suite Unlike the Pop Century Resort, these rooms are very heavily themed, so you’ll wanna make sure you’re fine with being totally surrounded by Disney for the entirety of your trip. Even some of the showers are themed! You’ve really gotta decide between if you want to be surrounded by Disney 24/7 at your resort, or if you want some more subtle Disney reminders while being encompassed by some huge blasts from the past. Pools Both of these resorts have three pools you can experience. At Pop Century Resort, those are the 1960’s Hippy Dippy Pool, the 1950’s Bowling Pool, 1990’s Computer Pool. Hippy Dippy Pool at Pop Century These pools aren’t known for anything special, really. The theming blends in with the rest of the resort, and they’re not overly large pools. So if you don’t plan on spending a lot of time at the pools, this may not be a large contender for you. Hippy Dippy Pool Splash Pad Meanwhile, over at Art of Animation, the pools are part of what this resort is known for! In fact, the Big Blue Pool, inspired by Finding Nemo, is actually the largest resort pool in Walt Disney World! Big Blue Pool at Art of Animation The theming of this pool and splash pad is immaculate, as is the Cozy Cone Pool and Flippin’ Fins Pool. You certainly won’t forget where you’re taking your vacation! Cozy Cone Pool If you’re a big pool person, or going to the pool will be important during your stay, these may be the ones you would enjoy more. Food Both of these resorts are home to one singular quick-service location that’s located in the main hall of each resort. Landscape of Flavors Over at Art of Animation, this is Landscape of Flavors. You can find some of the classic quick-service options here like Mickey waffles, seasonal cupcakes, pizza, and more, but this location does have a few more adventurous options as well. Inside Landscape of Flavors For lunch and dinner, you can get options like seared salmon, shrimp and grits, tandoori chicken, pulled pork sandwiches, and more. One of our most recent meals from Landscape of Flavors Over at Everything Pop, the dining location at Pop Century, you can find many of the same options — burgers, pizza, Mickey waffles, etc. — and there are fewer “adventurous” options over here. Tandoori Chicken Both of these options aren’t known for having super delicious or quality options, but they’ll get the job done for sure! Transportation Coming to our last category — transportation — these resorts both have access to the Skyliner and even share a station! Skyliner Station The Skyliner can take you to other resorts such as Caribbean Beach Resort, and can also get you over to EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Flying over Caribbean Beach Resort This is a huge draw for both of these resorts and is why they’re priced a little higher than other value resorts. If you’re not a fan of heights or the Skyliner is down, you can also take Disney buses over to any Disney park, as well as Disney Springs. Disney Buses Disney buses are often a slower mode of transportation, but keep in mind, you can also order a rideshare to and from any park or Disney World location! Art of Animation And those are some of the key differences between Art of Animation and Pop Century! All in all, there is no right or wrong decision here, as it’s whatever you feel is best for you and your family. Pop Century Resort We hope this helped you decide which of these resorts will be best for your trip, and stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! We’ve reviewed EVERY hotel in Disney World — check it out here! 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If you love Disney as much as we do, you’ll want to mark your calendars for April 20th. Annual Pass Why? Well, for the first time in FOREVER (cue Frozen soundtrack) Disney will be selling NEW Annual Passes for all tiers! Almost all Annual Pass sales have been paused since 2021. Not only will new Annual Passes be available on April 20th, but current Passholders will be able to renew and upgrade their passes outside of their usual renewal window. When can I purchase a new Annual Pass? Starting April 20th, Annual Passes for ALL tiers will go on sale for new Passholders. Previously, only the Pixie Dust Pass was available, and that one is only available for Florida residents. This is a BIG deal, because new Annual Pass sales have been paused since November 2021. NEW Walt Disney World Annual Pass Disney confirmed that sales include the Incredi-Pass, Sorcerer Pass, and Pirate Pass, and the Pixie Dust Pass (which has been available for purchase) will still be available as well. Some DVC Members will be able to purchase a Sorcerer Pass early, on April 13th. I already have an Annual Pass…What does this news mean for me? If you already have your Annual Pass, there’s still an important update you need to know about! Starting on April 20th, current Annual Passholders can upgrade their Pass, even if they’re not within the renewal window. If you do choose to upgrade to a different pass, you will need to pay the price difference in full at the time you upgrade. Dumbo Annual Passholder Magnet Your new, upgraded Pass will still have the same expiration date that your previous Pass had, so you might not want to upgrade if you only have a short time left on your current Pass. In that situation, we’d recommend waiting to upgrade until your renewal period begins. Even if new Annual Passes sell out, you’ll be given the option to upgrade when it’s time to renew your pass (which has been the case for a while now). Annual Passholder entrance at EPCOT And if you don’t renew your pass on April 20th, no need to panic. You’ll still be able to renew your pass during your usual renewal window. Which Annual Pass is right for me? Deciding which Pass is right for you can depend on several factors — price, state of residence, how often you plan to be in the parks, and more. Check out the list below for specific details on the different Pass types. Disney Incredi-Pass This is the only Annual Pass that is open for everyone to purchase. This pass has NO blockout dates and allows Passholders to have five park reservations at a time. Cinderella Castle The cost for the Disney Incredi-Pass is $1,399 plus tax. You can pay for it all at once, or — if you are a Florida resident ONLY — make a $205 downpayment and then pay 12 monthly payments of $108 per month. Disney Sorcerer Pass This pass is available for Florida residents and Disney Vacation Club Members only. It has some blockout dates during busy holidays, such as Thanksgiving weekend, and about a 2-week period at Christmas and New Year’s is blocked out as well. Disneys Animal Kingdom The price of the Disney Sorcerer Pass is $969 plus tax. You can pay this all at once, or — if you are a Florida resident only — make a downpayment of $205 and then pay 12 monthly payments of $69 each. Similar to the Incredi-Pass, you can hold five park reservations at a time. Disney Pirate Pass This Annual Pass is for Florida residents only. It also has quite a few more blockout dates than the Sorcerer Pass. The blockout dates include about 10 days around Easter, holiday weekends (including Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day), and more days around Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. EPCOT As for price, the Disney Pirate Pass is $749 plus tax. You can pay this all at once, or make a downpayment of $205 and then pay 12 monthly payments of $50 each. You can hold four park reservations at a time. Disney Pixie Dust Pass This Annual Pass is already available but is only for Florida residents. It’s the cheapest pass. This pass has the most blockout dates out of all the passes — with blockouts every weekend and throughout the holiday seasons. You can only use this pass on the weekdays, and only outside of holiday seasons. Toy Story Land The price of the Pixie Dust Pass is $399 plus tax. You can pay this all at once, or make a downpayment of $205 and then pay 12 monthly payments of $19 each. You can hold three park reservations at a time. You can get some special perks if you have an Annual Pass. Other than not having to pay for tickets each time you go to the parks, you can get some pretty awesome discounts at dining and merchandise locations. Further, you’ll have access to exclusive merchandise that requires you to show your Annual Pass at checkout. You’ll also have the opportunity to take a first look at the newest rides before anyone else! And soon, you’ll be able to enter the parks without a park reservation after 2PM each day, with the exception of Magic Kingdom on the weekends. Monorail in EPCOT So, what do you think? Will you be purchasing an Annual Pass or renewing for another year? Here at DFB, we stay up to date with all the Disney news and updates so that you don’t have to. Follow along for more news, updates, and informative breakdowns like this so that all the big news is easier to digest. Click here to learn all 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. Do you have an Annual Pass? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney World Annual Pass UPGRADES Will Be Available Soon! 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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. Okay, are you ready for another BIG Disney sale? Disney sale alert! Sure you are! That’s why we always try to tell you about the latest sales, deals, and discounts. If you’re wanting to stock up on some cuddly Disney characters, NOW is the time. That includes the Minnie Mouse Disney100 Plush that’s platinum with red details. ©Disney You can get this adorable plush on sale now, but there’s another offer, too — if you buy ANY Disney100 item, you can get a Disney100 Hand Soap Dispenser for $12. Buy the Minnie Mouse Disney100 Plush For you Stitch fans, you can grab the Stitch Big Feet Plush on sale right now. Stitch Big Feet Plush Isn’t he adorable? Get the Stitch Big Feet Plush Okay, Star Wars fans, we’ve got a sale item for you, too. The Han Solo Fleece Throw with a sketch of Han on it trapped in Carbonite is also on sale. ©Disney This blanket has been marked down quite a bit, so now’s a good time to grab it. Get the Han Solo Fleece Throw Get ready to bake up some goodies N’Awlins style with the Tiana Baking Gift Set. This set includes an embossed rolling pin with Tiana on it, a flower cookie cutter, 20 stickers, 20 waxed paper treat bags, 15 waterlily gift tags, 15 chair gift tags, 15 plastic treat bags, and string. ©Disney This set would be great for throwing a party and offering up some baked goodies to your guests. Plus it’s on sale! Get the Tiana Baking Gift Set If you love Sleeping Beauty Castle (or if you know someone who does), you’ll need to grab this gorgeous Sleeping Beauty Castle Necklace by Rebecca Hook. This is a sterling silver necklace with an 18k yellow gold finish castle and cubic zirconia accents. ©Disney What’s even better, though, is that this item is on sale! Buy the Sleeping Beauty Castle Necklace Everybody wants to be a cat, right? Well, we can’t turn you into a cat, but we can tell you about The Aristocats Dooney & Bourke Tote that’s on sale! Okay, if you love Dooney & Bourke bags, how can you resist? Aristocats Big Dooney and Bourke Bag The tote features a portrait of Thomas O’Malley, Duchess, Toulouse, Berlioz, and that sassy Marie. Get the Aristocats tote now! You can even grab a new pair of ears on sale right now. The Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction Castle Fireworks Ears have never been cheaper! Celebrate Disney’s nighttime spectaculars by sporting these fun ears. Castle Fireworks Ears The ears even have a little castle in the middle — cute! Buy the ears Also, remember that you can get free shipping if you order $75 or more with the code SHIPMAGIC. While you’re in the shopping mood…have you checked our DFB exclusive graphic tees and merch? DFB Flower and Garden Shirt It’s super fun stuff to wear to the parks, or to rep your happy place at the grocery store! Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! DON’T MISS The 7 Best Disney Deals on Amazon Right Now Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be shopping this sale? Let us know what you ordered in the comments! The post SALE ALERT! Grab These Disney Items Online Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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If you’ve followed us for a little while, or if you’ve recently visited Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, you probably know about the HUGE construction project going on there. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort The project involves building some brand new Disney Vacation Club (DVC) villas, and it’s caused a bit of chaos when it comes to traveling around the hotel. Previously, if you wanted to get to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort on foot, you’d have to walk across a busy street, which can be a little scary. Well, now a NEW walkway between the resorts is available. We tried the new walkway recently from the Grand Floridian to Polynesian Village Resort. All you have to do is look for the signs directing you where to go. Look for the signs The walkway takes you along part of the Monorail route, so you can see it whizzing by occasionally. Not a bad view From there, you just continue to follow the signs. There are plenty of signs pointing you in the right direction The next part of the walk is a little less scenic. You’ll see construction scrims on one side. You’ll walk past some construction Again, there is plenty of signage to point you in the right direction, no matter which resort you’re coming from. More signs You’ll eventually pass under the Monorail track and see some “fake” scenery covering construction walls. Okay, Disney, we’ll give you a B+ for effort there. Fake scenery You’ll eventually arrive at the edge of the Polynesian Village Resort, where the scenery gets a LOT better. This really is a gorgeous resort. You’ve arrived! At the Polynesian Village Resort, you’ll find signs that direct you to the new walkway to the Grand Floridian. Sign at Polynesian You might wonder why you’d make this walk at all, but it is a pretty quick way to get between the two resorts, especially if you don’t want to bother with the Monorail — or if the Monorail is temporarily closed. Both resorts have great dining options and scenery, so you’ll definitely want to check them out while you’re at Disney World! It’s also a nice path to just take a moment to enjoy some scenery (even if some of it is fake) and get away from people for a bit. So keep that in mind if you plan on staying at either of those resorts — they are connected with this new walkway and it’s always an option if you want to travel between the two. However, hold up for a sec! Before you make your next trip to Disney World, check out our DFB Guide. Three Guides in One! You can get ALL of our best-selling eBooks with details on Disney World Dining, EPCOT Festivals, the BEST snacks in each park, and soooooo many tips and tricks we’ve learned over decades of visiting our happy place. Keep following DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news! Click here to tour the new Moana rooms at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! 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 walked from Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort? What do you think of this new walkway? Let us know in the comments! The post This Disney World Hotel UPDATE Could Affect Your Next Trip first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Have you ever wanted to step into the shoes of a Disney Imagineer to explore how they use science and technology to bring stories to life at Disney Parks? One of the many workshops offered through Disney Imagination Campus teaches the Physics of Disney Parks, where Guest Talent Coordinators like Conner get to take student […]View the full article

When it comes to setting up your Disney World day for success, making sure everyone in your party is fed can be one of the most important steps. Disney’s All-Star Music Resort And in most cases, that means starting with a solid breakfast! Luckily, you can find the most important meal of the day at all of Disney World’s hotels — even the Value Resorts. While you might not find anything super flashy or fancy here, come with us to find out if Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort might be exactly what you’re after! Atmosphere As the name implies, Intermission Food Court is a (you guessed it!) food court. This means you’ll peruse options in a cafeteria-like setting. You can order items a la carte, or take what you need from various grab-and-go spots. Intermission Food Court There is plenty of seating, and it’s all first come, first-served. Depending on when you visit, there may be quite a crowd, but you shouldn’t have to wait too long to sit. Most of the crowds will be around during peak mealtimes — breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Interior There are various different stations set up, each serving different items. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all served here and chances are there’s something for just about everyone in your group. There are plenty of snacks and sweet treats too! Food Court But enough talk, let’s check out the menu! Menu We’re dining during breakfast, and we’ve got quite the setlist of choices. You’ll find sweets like pancakes and waffles, plus an omelet and bagel sandwiches… ©Disney …plenty of eats for our plant-based pals… ©Disney …a good deal of sides… ©Disney …some goodies for the kiddos… ©Disney ..and check out that bakery lineup! ©Disney You’ll find some fresh fruit… ©Disney …and snacks like yogurt parfaits, cereal, and Uncrustables too. ©Disney Of course, there are lots of beverages like Joffrey’s Coffee, tea, and more… ©Disney …and soft drinks, bottled sodas, and juices. ©Disney Oh, did you want more juice options? They’ve got you covered. And milk too! ©Disney To see the lunch and dinner options, be sure to check out our page on Intermission Food Court here! Eats We started things off with the classic breakfast — Mickey-shaped Waffles with Bacon and Sausage for $10.49. Is there anything more iconic than Mickey waffles to start your day? Can you have Mickey waffles every day? Asking for a friend. they were Waffle Bounty Platter These waffles were thick, but super light, fluffy, and easy to cut. They were darker in color than the rest of the waffles we tried (yes, this is a waffle-eating experiment — you know, for science) but that just meant they were nice and golden on the outside but warm and soft on the inside. The bacon was on the undercooked side, but that was probably just the batch we had. It had a great smoky flavor and certainly scratched the itch. Not only that, but the sausage links were perfectly cooked — they weren’t too dry and had a nice color on the outside. Nothing beats a Mickey waffle! If you follow a plant-based diet, you can still partake in the Mickey waffle tradition for $10.49. You won’t get any meat with this entree, but you do get some delicious Disney potato barrels on the side. Plant-based waffles We were pleasantly surprised by these! We didn’t really notice much of a difference between these and the regular Mickey waffles, other than maybe the color. They weren’t quite as crispy on the outside, but that might have just been because they didn’t get cooked as long. The potato barrels were perfectly crispy, greasy, and fluffy — just how we like ’em. It’s glowing Last up on the list of waffles for us this time around were the Gluten/Wheat Allergy Friendly Mickey Waffles for $10.49. Unfortunately, we could tell that these were a bit different from the regular waffles — but they were still a great option! Gluten-Free Waffles The texture was a bit grainier (probably from non-wheat flour) and was a similar consistency to pancakes rather than waffles. There was still that sweet, waffley flavor though! Keep these in mind if you’re looking for a solid breakfast option! Hello, beautiful Finally, we tried the Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Bagel Sandwich for $6.99. This is made with a plain bagel, bacon, scrambled egg, and sliced cheese. Surprisingly, this was our favorite item we tried for breakfast! The bagel was soft and it was a good serving of eggs — perfect to keep you full on a park day. Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Bagel Sandwich The cheese was melty and the bacon was crispy — the combination of salty flavors was just top-notch. Sometimes bagel sandwiches can be tough and hard to bite into, but that wasn’t the case here. Our only criticism was that it was a bit on the dry side, but there are plenty of different sauce options at your disposal at the food court. Yes please! So, should you take the time to grab breakfast at Intermission Food Court before heading into the parks? Nosh or Not You should eat at Intermission Food Court if… You’re staying at All-Star Music and are looking for a quick breakfast before a long park day. You want to save money by sharing entrees or eating at quick-service spots only. You’re looking for plant-based options that are more than what you might expect. You should skip Intermission Food Court if… You want to have a full, sit-down breakfast at a table-service restaurant. You have the time to visit another, better dining location during your day. You’re looking to have character interactions while you’re dining. Overall Intermission Food Court is a solid option for folks staying at All-Star Movies — but we certainly wouldn’t go out of our way to stop here for breakfast. You’ll find plenty of different options for all sorts of appetites, including grab-and-go and fresh choices. It may not be anything to write home about, but you’ll find some great options at great prices. Full spread With DOZENS of places to eat at Disney World, we know it can be tough to plan your meals. That’s why we wrote the DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. 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It’s spring break season, the new TRON Lightcycle / Run roller coaster is open, EPCOT’s Flower and Garden Festival is in full bloom, and the crowds have grown pretty intense at Disney World. Crowds The parks are typically busy in the spring months of March and April, and we saw the effects of this hit Genie+ as it sold out AGAIN in record time, even at the highest price point we’ve seen so far. This week, Disney Genie+ has been hitting record-high pricing of $35 per person, per day. This skip-the-line system in Disney World is subject to surge pricing, so the price may increase based on demand. With so many people in Disney World right now (those spring break crowds are no joke!), the price has surged up to its highest point yet. This pricing doesn’t seem to be slowing down the demand for Genie+ because, for the 4th day in a row, Genie+ SOLD OUT this morning and it happened before 9:45AM EST! Already this week, Genie+ has sold out on multiple days. On Monday, it sold out right before noon. On Tuesday, it sold out before 10AM, despite the $35 price point. ©Disney We’d recommend booking Genie+ and your Lightning Lanes as early as possible in the day so you don’t miss out. You can purchase Genie+ starting at 12AM (midnight) on the day of your visit, and you can start reserving Lightning Lanes at 7AM. Expedition Everest Lightning Lane Disney Genie+ is an optional paid service in addition to the standard Disney Genie. Disney Genie+ allows you to bypass standby lines and enter the Lightning Lane (previously known as the FastPass line) at select attractions by paying a base price, starting at $15 per day, per ticket at Disney World (tax not included.) So far, the highest price we’ve seen has been $35, but that could increase in the future. Tower of Terror Genie+ does NOT allow you to skip the line at ALL the Disney World attractions. There are a few very popular rides (like Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, TRON Lightcycle / Run, and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance) that instead have Individual Lightning Lanes, which have their own separate fee. You must pay that extra fee in order to skip the line on those rides. Note that these Individual Lightning Lanes have also been selling out quickly. You can start purchasing Individual Lightning Lanes at 7AM if you’re staying at a Disney World hotel, or when the park opens if you are not. Lightning Lane at Seven Dwarfs Mine Train We’ll keep you updated with more details on Genie+ throughout the week, so follow along here at DFB for all the latest Disney news and updates. Click here to learn all about Disney Genie+! Planning a Trip to Disney World? We’ve Got Everything You Need to Know The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Disney World Vacation A Month-by-Month Guide to Planning Your Disney World Trip Tips, Hints, Lists, and Videos for Planning the BEST Disney World Trip How Many Days Do You Really Need in Disney World? How to Have the CHEAPEST Trip to Disney World 5 Simple Planning Tips You Need to Know About Before Your Next Disney World Trip The CHEAPEST Days to Visit Disney World in 2023 EVERYTHING You Need to Know Before Booking a 2023 Disney World Trip Learn About the Disney Park Pass System The Ultimate Disney World Packing List Everything You Need to Know About Genie+ Insider SECRETS for Your First Trip to Disney World A Complete Look at the Current Disney Discounts and Deals The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Will you be visiting Disney this spring? Let us know in the comments! The post CAUTION: You Need To Be FAST To Get Genie+ in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Knowing what to do when you get to Disney World is important…but knowing what to do BEFORE you get to Disney World is critical! Disney World If you’re not sure how to prep for your upcoming trip, don’t worry — we’re here to help. Check out our video below: 12 Important Things You’ll Forget Before Going to Disney World Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more Disney news! Planning a Trip to Disney World? We’ve Got Everything You Need to Know The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Disney World Vacation A Month-by-Month Guide to Planning Your Disney World Trip Tips, Hints, Lists, and Videos for Planning the BEST Disney World Trip How Many Days Do You Really Need in Disney World? How to Have the CHEAPEST Trip to Disney World 5 Simple Planning Tips You Need to Know About Before Your Next Disney World Trip The CHEAPEST Days to Visit Disney World in 2023 EVERYTHING You Need to Know Before Booking a 2023 Disney World Trip Learn About the Disney Park Pass System The Ultimate Disney World Packing List Everything You Need to Know About Genie+ Insider SECRETS for Your First Trip to Disney World A Complete Look at the Current Disney Discounts and Deals The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe How do you prepare for your Disney World trips? Let us know in the comments below. The post DFB Video: 12 Important Things You'll Forget Before Going to Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’ve been to Disney World, you’re probably already familiar with MagicBand+ technology. MagicBand+ Not only can you use MagicBand+ to unlock your hotel room, pay for purchases, and scan into parks, but you can also use it to interact with elements like fireworks shows inside the parks. Well, a very similar technology will soon be available on Disney Cruise Line. Disney Cruise Line is introducing DisneyBand+, which is basically a MagicBand+ you can use on Disney cruises. It will allow cruisers to unlock their stateroom doors as well as pay for purchases. ©Disney Kids will be able to use their DisneyBand+ to access kids’ clubs on the ship, like the Oceaneer Club and Scuttle’s Cove at Castaway Cay. They can use the new band instead of the Oceaneer Club band. DisneyBand+ can also be used with PhotoPass photographers on the ships to link those photos to their stateroom, making it easy to view and purchase photos. ©Disney DisneyBand+ will also interact with elements on the ship, much like MagicBand+ interacts with elements in Disney parks.  Okay, so this is where things get confusing because you WILL be able to use both DisneyBand+ and MagicBand+ on Disney Cruise ships. So if you already have a MagicBand+ that you love, you can bring that along instead of buying a new DisneyBand+, and it will work, too. ©Disney You can’t buy a DisneyBand+ just yet, though, but guests on select Disney Wish sailings this summer “will be able to order a DisneyBand+ by visiting My Reservations between 11 and 45 days of their sail date” if paid in full. Those who purchase a DisneyBand+ in advance will also get a $10 discount. ©Disney Key to the World Cards will still be available to cruisers who want them and they will still work aboard ships. ©Disney Finally, you can reuse DisneyBand+ on Disney Cruise Line, but at the moment, the technology will only be available on the Disney Wish. However, it will be eventually rolled out for other ships and sailings. ©Disney If you want to know more, keep an eye on the Disney Cruise Line website for more information. We’ll also keep you updated on ALL things Disney, so stay tuned to DFB for more. In the meantime, have you checked out the latest Disney-themed t-shirts in our store? Click here – you’ll want to pick some up before your next Disney trip! What Is the Best Way To Book a Disney Cruise? What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Follow Along As We Explore Disney’s NEW Mega Cruise Ship – The Wish Learn ALL the Secrets of the Disney Wish We Ate EVERYTHING on Disney's Newest Cruise Ship -- The Disney Wish Learn About Disney Cruise Line’s COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Policies Disney Wish COVID-19 Testing Mishaps to Avoid A Full List of What You CAN’T Bring on a Disney Cruise These Are the BEST Times to Book Your Disney Cruise The Best Ways to SAVE SPACE in Your Tiny Cruise Cabin 10 Things You NEED on Your Next Cruise (That You Won’t Think to Pack!) A Look at the COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Policies For EVERY Major Cruise Line What It’s Like to Live on a Cruise Ship for 6 Months Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What do you think about DisneyBand+ coming to Disney Cruise Line? Will you use it? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Disney Announces MagicBand+ Is Coming to Cruises! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Disney is no stranger to exclusive experiences, and it’s safe to say that they know how to throw a party! Mardi Gras Celebration at Port Orleans There are multiple ways to bring your celebration to Disney World, from weddings, to special desserts, to exclusive events. One celebratory Disney experience that many may overlook is the opportunity to book private events within the parks and resorts. While many probably envision celebrations at Disney World taking place inside restaurants or resort lounges, you actually can plan parties INSIDE the Disney World parks. This post is all about some outrageously cool places in the parks you might not have realized that you can reserve for weddings, birthday parties, and even cool things like gender reveals. Are you ready to plan a party? Let’s jump right into it! Happily Everest After Yes, you can reserve a party at Expedition Everest in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Yes, it sounds like the coolest thing EVER. The area will be decorated as though you’re at an annual festival in a Himalayan village. Disney’s Animal Kingdom The best part? The ride will be operating! You and your party crew can enjoy Expedition Eeverest with no waits and no other guests. Italy Isola Wishing you could party abroad? Well, you sort of can at EPCOT! You can host your party on the private island on the World Showcase Lagoon near the Italy Pavilion. Italy Pavilion Disney describes this location to be ideal for morning and evening dining, cocktail, and dessert events. Oh, and you get a beautiful view of the Venetian buildings and fireworks! Coaster Courtyard After Party Is your style a little more… rock and roll? No problem! You can host an event in the courtyard of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster You can choose whether you want to rock out with a live band or a DJ as you enjoy food and beverage. Beach Party Nights There are several ways to party at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park with hosted bars and live beachside entertainment. If you choose to have a nighttime beach party, guests can enjoy a tropical-themed buffet dinner and float in the wave pool. Typhoon Lagoon Wave Pool Oh, and of course — there will be a live beach band or DJ. Atlantic Dance Hall This is a popular choice for fans of Disney’s Boardwalk! You can enjoy the 1920s-themed dinner hall for food, drink, and dancing. Atlantic Dance Hall If you love the theming of Boardwalk, you’ll likely love a swinging party at Atlantic Dance Hall. So, what do you think? Will you be planning a Disney party? If so, make sure we’re invited! Here at DFB we’re always on the lookout for unique Disney experiences that many park-goers overlook. If you’re looking for more ways to enhance your Disney experience, stay tuned, because there’s more where this came from! Click the link below to check out some other ways you can celebrate at Disney. Celebration time! Click here for more ways to celebrate! By the way, when are you headed to Disney World next? Have you checked out our line of fun graphic tees to wear on your trip? We’ve designed some for the whole family – from infants to adults! Click here to check them out! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever attended a private event at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post Five Outrageously Cool Places You Can Have A Private Party In Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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In case you missed the news, Disney World is about to start selling annual passes again! NEW AP card Sales have been paused for most pass tiers for quite some time now, but on April 20th, all four pass types will be available to purchase online again. Disney has warned that there are limited quantities, but we already know what the pricing will look like, so you’ve got a little bit of time to plan for that purchase. However, with all this news, there’s one rule we think we should discuss! When it comes to annual pass purchasing, many people don’t realize you don’t have to use your pass right away! Once you buy a pass, you have 365 days to “activate” it (use it for the first time). So if you want to go ahead and buy your pass on April 20th, but you’re not traveling until October, this rule can work in your favor. NEW Walt Disney World Annual Pass Each annual pass is good for exactly one year, so if you don’t use that pass until October, then the countdown won’t start until then. This means that if you have a trip planned for later this year, you may want to jump on those annual pass sales as soon as they drop on the 20th — otherwise, your desired pass type might sell out and be unavailable at a later date. ©Disney We’ll make sure to keep you in the loop once annual passes go on sale, and share all the details. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney World news you need to know. Click Here to See What Annual Pass Prices Will Be When They Return! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you buy an annual pass when they return? Tell us in the comments! The post The Disney World Annual Pass RULE that EVERYONE Forgets first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Beginning April 20, new Walt Disney World Annual Pass sales of Disney Incredi-Pass, Disney Sorcerer Pass and Disney Pirate Pass will resume and can be purchased online.View the full article

We now know when Disney World will begin selling its full annual pass lineup again! Happily Ever After is back in Magic Kingdom! That day is coming on April 20th! Disney has said it expects the passes to be in high demand, and that means they could sell out. Because of that, you’re going to want to have your decisions made ahead of time and be prepared to jump online to get your pass. (Be prepared to see an online waiting room, too!) We’re taking a look at the pricing for the four types of annual passes available, as well as the details of the passes, and who can buy each one. We should note here that Disney says the prices will be remaining the same when they go back on sale. They were raised a bit in December 2022, but they will be staying at that level. (Yay for no price increases!) 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.” Disney Incredi-Pass This is the only Disney annual pass that anyone can buy. All of the other passes are exclusive to Florida residents (and in one case, to Disney Vacation Club members). The Disney Incredi-Pass is also the only annual pass with no blockout dates — which means you can go any and every day that Disney World is open (as long as you have a Park Pass reservation). Cinderella Castle You can hold up to 5 Park Pass reservations at one time with the Incredi-Pass, and if you are staying at a Disney Resort, you can hold Park Pass reservations for the length of your stay. The cost for the Disney Incredi-Pass is $1,399 plus tax. You can pay for it all at once, or — if you are a Florida resident ONLY — make a $205 downpayment and then pay 12 monthly payments of $108 per month. Disney Sorcerer Pass This pass can only be purchased by Florida Residents and Disney Vacation Club Members (even those who do not live in Florida). It has some blockout dates during certain holiday periods. In the case of the Sorcerer Pass, those blockout dates are Thanksgiving weekend, and about a 2-week period at Christmas and New Year’s. EPCOT You can hold up to 5 Park Pass reservations at one time with the Sorcerer Pass, and if you are staying at a Disney Resort, you can hold Park Pass reservations for the length of your stay. The price of the Disney Sorcerer Pass is $969 plus tax. You can pay this all at once, or — if you are a Florida resident only — make a downpayment of $205 and then pay 12 monthly payments of $69 each. One more important note for DVC members! You don’t have to wait until April 20th to buy this pass. You will get early access starting April 13th. Disney Pirate Pass This pass is only available for Florida residents. It has more blockout dates than the Sorcerer Pass. The blockout dates include about 10 days around Easter, holiday weekends including Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day, and more of the days around Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Hollywood Studios You can hold up to 4 Park Pass reservations at one time with the Pirate Pass, and if you are staying at a Disney Resort, you can hold Park Pass reservations for the length of your stay. The price of the Disney Pirate Pass is $749 plus tax. You can pay this all at once, or make a downpayment of $205 and then pay 12 monthly payments of $50 each. Disney Pixie Dust Pass This pass is currently available — you don’t have to wait until April 20th for it to go on sale. It is only for Florida residents. This pass is the cheapest annual pass by far, but also has the least access to the park. In addition to the holiday blockout dates of the Pirate Pass, the Pixie Dust Pass blocks out every weekend — it is a weekday pass only. Animal Kingdom You can hold up to 3 Park Pass reservations at one time with the Pirate Pass, and if you are staying at a Disney Resort, you can hold Park Pass reservations for the length of your stay. The price of the Pixie Dust Pass is $399 plus tax. You can pay this all at once, or make a downpayment of $205 and then pay 12 monthly payments of $19 each. NEW Walt Disney World Annual Pass Which annual pass is best for you — and your budget? We recommend making your choice in advance and being online early on April 20th to buy your pass before they sell out! Keep following DFB for the latest Disney news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be buying an Annual Pass for Disney World? Do you already have one? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: PRICES Confirmed for Disney World Annual Passes When They Resume Sales first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

HUGE NEWS has been announced for the Disney World Annual Pass! Annual Pass Following the closure of the Disney World parks 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 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. Disney notes that the number of passes for sale will be limited, and any pass type “may become unavailable for purchase at any time.” So if you’ve been waiting to purchase your pass, you’ll want to hurry and get one ASAP. Set your alarms for April 20th! NEW 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. 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.” 2023 Annual Passholder Magnet There are four levels for the Annual Pass, each at varying prices with different blockout dates. Incredi-Pass First up is the Incredi-Pass. This is the most comprehensive Annual Pass and is the most expensive at $1,399 plus tax. The Annual Pass does not have any blockout dates and the Passholder can hold up to 5 Disney Park Pass Reservations at one time. Annual Passholder Card in early 2021 The Incredi-Pass is the only Annual Pass that is available to non-Florida residents and non-DVC members. Sorcerer Pass The Sorcerer Pass is $969 plus tax. This pass does come with some blockout dates “during select holiday periods” and, like the Incredi-Pass will allow guests to hold up to 5 Disney Park Pass Reservations. Annual Passholder Entrance Sign The Sorcerer Pass is only available to Florida residents and members of the Disney Vacation Club. Pirate Pass The Pirate Pass is $749 plus tax and has more blockout dates than the Sorcerer Pass, including peak times and holidays. Guests can hold up to 4 Disney Park Pass Reservations at one time. Annual Passholder Magnet The Pirate Pass is available for Florida residents only. Pixie Dust Pass The Pixie Dust Pass is $399 plus tax and has the most blockout dates of any of the Annual Passes. Not only are peak times and holidays blocked out, but weekends are, as well, so the pass can only be used on weekdays. Guests with the Pixie Dust Pass can hold up to 4 Park Pass Reservations at once. Annual Pass The Pixie Dust Pass is the only Annual Pass that remained available for purchase after Disney paused sales in November and is only available for Florida residents. As we saw when Annual Pass sales resumed last year, sales will be limited, and they may only be available for sale for a few months before they become unavailable again, so if you’re interested in purchasing one, we would recommend getting it sooner rather than later. There are some perks to Disney World Annual Passes, like special Passholder discounts on shopping and dining, as well as access to Passholder-exclusive merchandise. Plus, you’ll get the iconic Annual Passholder magnet. Keep following DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news! Click here to learn all 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. Will you be purchasing a Disney World Annual Pass? Let us know in the comments! 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Disney World has announced that Annual Passes will resume sales SOON, on April 20th, 2023. But some people will be able to grab a pass EARLY. Annual Passholder Card in early 2021 If you’re a member of the Disney Vacation Club, you have access to some perks like special discounts and access to exclusive events. And now, you’ll be able to get one of the Annual Passes for Disney World several days before it becomes available to others. Check out all the details! New sales for Disney World Annual Passes will resume for most people starting on April 20th, 2023. However, Disney announced that eligible DVC Members will be able to buy the DVC Disney Sorcerer Pass online starting on April 13th! DVC Members do not have to be Florida residents to purchase this pass. Disney Vacation Club kiosk in Animal Kingdom The number of available Annual Passes will be limited, so this gives you a head start on purchasing your pass. In an email sent to DVC Members, Disney stated that “the DVC Sorcerer Pass is expected to be on sale more often throughout the year, even when the pass is not broadly available for sale to Florida residents.” The Sorcerer Pass costs $969 plus tax. This pass does come with some blockout dates “during select holiday periods” and allows guests to hold up to 5 Disney Park Pass Reservations at a time. Disney Vacation Club Booth The Incredi-Pass and Pirate Pass will become available for everyone to purchase on April 20th, and Pixie Dust Pass sales were not paused, so that pass will also be available. NEW AP card Disney notes that the number of passes for sale will be limited, and any pass type “may become unavailable for purchase at any time.” So if you’ve been waiting to purchase your pass, you’ll want to hurry and get one ASAP. Set your alarms for April 13th! Passholder Popcorn Disney has confirmed that the online purchase strategy may include a waiting room as it did the last time Annual Passes went on sale. 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.” We’ll continue to watch for more Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates! Click here to learn all about the Disney Vacation Club. 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 member of the Disney Vacation Club? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: DVC Members Can Buy a Disney World Annual Pass EARLY first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Walt Disney World will again start selling annual passes to its theme parks on April 20. View the full article