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Nearly two dozen life-sized dinosaurs are back at Leu Gardens for the return of a popular exhibit. The special showcase is on display April 8-July 9. View the full article

It’s actually good one of the world’s largest cruise ships strayed into the safety zone and delayed a SpaceX rocket launch, Port Canaveral CEO Capt. John Murray says. View the full article

Magic Kingdom is THE place to be right now, which probably explains why it’s nearly impossible to get park pass reservations there this week. Main Street U.S.A. A lot of that has to do with the official opening of TRON Lightcycle / Run, but we’re also seeing a lot of Spring Break crowds, Easter crowds, and Happily Ever After fans showing up in the parks. While all that is going on, though, we’ve been checking out everything new, so let’s get on with some updates. Magic Kingdom Food Updates Plaza Ice Cream Parlour One of our favorite ice cream sundaes has finally returned. The All-American Sundae has Old-Fashioned Vanilla and Chocolate Ice Cream topped with Hot Fudge, Peanut Butter Drizzle, Whipped Cream, and a Cherry. It sounds simple, sure, but that’s what makes it so perfect. Plus PEANUT BUTTER DRIZZLE! All American Sundae at Plaza Ice Cream Parlor You can grab it now for $7.29. See Why We Love This Sundae So Much Friar’s Nook A Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party snack has returned to the regular menu at Friar’s Nook. It’s the Curry Brat Tots for $11.49. These ar tots topped with chopped bratwurst, curry ketchup, and apple slaw. Curry Brat Tots A NEW snack is available here, too. The Caramel Apple Pecan Hand Pie is a fried, empanada-like dessert pastry filled with caramel apple-pecan and drizzled with vanilla custard sauce for $5.99. Caramel Apple Pecan Hand Pie Yes, it seems like it should be a fall dessert, but we don’t care because it’s YUMMY. Read a review of the Caramel Apple Hand Pie Joffrey’s Revive You can get a new frappe at Joffrey’s in Tomorrowland in honor of the new ride here. It’s The Legacy Frappe for $6.49. It’s a blue raspberry frappe blended with a “splash” of POWERADE Mountain Berry. New frappe alert It’s topped with whipped cream and blue sprinkles. Get a Look at the New TRON Snack Stand in Magic Kingdom! Gaston’s Tavern The Master’s Cupcake, aka the Grey Stuff Cupcake, has returned to Disney World. It’s a Chocolate Cupcake topped with “The Grey Stuff” and crispy Pearls. It also got a little bit of a makeover. The Master’s Cupcake However, it’s still as delicious as ever. Try the Grey Stuff — it’s delicious! Here’s a NEW review Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates Emporium Okay, hold on because a ton of new merchandise has dropped at Magic Kingdom. First, we’ve got a new jewelry collection. There’s a Stitch Necklace for $19.99… Aloha …Simba Earrings for $19.99… Baby Simba Earrings …and a Simba Necklace for $19.99. Sweet Simba We also found a new Mulan Shirt for $29.99… Mulan! …a Kevin Plush for $29.99… We LOVE Kevin! …an Alligator Loki Shoulder Plush for $22.99… We want this …and a 2023 Stitch Graduation Plush for $24.99. Great gift for grads Perhaps the most unique thing we found was this Nesting Doll Plush Set. Disney nesting dolls There’s a Quilted Mickey Plush… Mickey …a Quilted Minnie Plush… Minnie …and a Quilted Pluto Plush. The set is $44.99. Pluto You can now get an Abu Shoulder Plush, too, for $22.99. Carry Abu on your shoulder We fell in LOVE with the new 100th Anniversary Loungefly Mini Backpack for $78. New Loungefly alert! There are also a pair of Loungefly Disney100 Minnie Ears for $44.99. SO pretty Also, one of the cheapest 100th anniversary souvenirs is available here — we’re talking about Disney100 Pressed Pennies. 100th Anniversary Pressed Pennies Two new Toy Story Button-Up Shirts have turned up — these are all about summer food. There’s a Blue Shirt… Fun print …and a Yellow Shirt. Another fun print Both shirts are $59.99. Avoid These MISTAKES in Magic Kingdom Now That the Fireworks Have Changed! Curtain Call This Minnie Mouse Tee Dress is cute. SO very Minnie It’s available for $39.99. 3 Tricks to Getting the BEST View of Happily Ever After Fireworks in Magic Kingdom Box Office Gifts A new Disney100 Oswald Figurine has arrived here. Oswald the Lucky Rabbit It’s $110. Here’s A Word of WARNING About One Magic Kingdom Restaurant Frontier Trading Post Okay, the VILLAINS have taken over Frontier Trading Post. First, you can grab a Villains Sidekicks Pin Set for $24.99. Sidekicks to villains But you can also get some new Villains Pins, including Captain Hook… Tick Tock …Chernabog… From Fantasia! …Jafar… No, you can’t have the lamp, Jafar! …Yzma… Pull the lever, Kronk …Dr. Facilier… He’s got friends on the other side …The Headless Horseman… Welcome to Sleepy Hollow …The Evil Queen… The second fairest one of all …Maleficent… She does not like Aurora …Cruella… Hide your puppies! …Scar… Be prepared …and Ursula. She helps poor unfortunate souls Each pin is $14.99. Come With Us to Create a Personalized TRON Action Figure in Disney World! Bonjour Village Gifts There’s some new Moana Gear here. There’s a Moana Dress for $69.99… Moana dress …and Moana Pants. These look comfy These comfy-looking pants are $54.99. Go Inside Disney World’s New Store With Us! Big Top Souvenirs The Youth Mini Mickey Basketball has been restocked. It’s $14.99. Mickey basketball There’s also been a restock of the Youth Mini Mickey Football. Mickey football The football is also $14.99. Where to Enjoy Easter Brunch in Disney World Uptown Jewelers You can now get Happily Ever After Pandora Charms. We need these! We have a feeling these are going to SELL OUT. Here’s How the Happily Ever After Fireworks Show Has CHANGED in Magic Kingdom Memento Mori The Madame Leota Lamp is on sale for $75. On sale! It’s usually $125. Check Out The ‘Haunted Mansion’ Movie Teaser Trailer Magic Kingdom Attraction Updates Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Here’s what construction looks like now at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Current construction on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure We’ve been really excited to see how this is progressing. TRON Lightcycle / Run The signs have been moved for the TRON virtual queue and Lightning Lane. The sandwich boards were further down at the bottom of the hill before. These signs have moved You still scan in at the entrance to the building, though. A Complete Guide to Using the TRON Lightcycle / Run Virtual Queue in Disney World Magic Kingdom Other Updates Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald, and Daisy have new outfits for Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire! Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire These outfits replace their previous 50th anniversary costumes. See more photos of the new outfits Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny Easter is almost here, which means two of Disney World’s RAREST characters can be seen out and about greeting people at Magic Kingdom. Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny have arrived. Mr.. and Mrs. Easter Bunny in Magic Kingdom You only get to see these two this time of the year, so be sure to look out for them if you’re visiting Magic Kingdom this week. See More Photos! Whew, that is a LOT. But hold up for a sec! Before you plan your next trip to Disney World, check out our DFB Guide Everything Bundle here. You will get ALL of our best-selling eBooks with details on Disney World Dining, EPCOT Festivals, the BEST snacks in each park, and soooooo many tips and tricks we’ve learned over decades of visiting our happy place. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite thing about Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New in Magic Kingdom: The Grey Stuff is BACK! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve seen quite a few things change now that Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebrations are over. Cinderella Castle decked out in 50th decor Snacks have been removed from menus, decorations are starting to disappear from the parks, and entertainment offerings have gone back to normal. (Including the return of two pre-anniversary fireworks shows!) But now, there’s a change that you may be able to see from your own home! In honor of the 50th Anniversary, the My Disney Experience app had a special limited-time look. Old logo! The home screen when you opened the app also featured an “EARidescent” castle and the 50th logo, just to remind you about the special celebrations. But today, a new update for the app has been released! The old welcome screen in the app If you update your app now, you’ll be met with a new design. It’s a simple blue-and-white castle icon! Back to a non-50th logo! The welcome page of the app has changed as well, now featuring an understated blue screen with the Cinderella Castle outline. No more iridescent colors! Traces of the 50th are gone! It’s a small change that’s the sign of an era ending. But this isn’t the only time that we saw the app get an update recently — a few days ago Disney World changed its Mobile Order feature to be a little more user-friendly. We’ll keep you in the loop if there are any more app changes, so stay tuned to DFB! Click Here to Check Out the Mobile Order Change! 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 of this app change? Tell us in the comments! The post The Disney World 50th Anniversary CHANGE You Can See at Home first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Let’s go visit Epcot! Winnie the Pooh Topiaries There’s a lot happening over at Epcot as of late with the Flower and Garden Festival and new construction. While there, we spotted some restocked merch that we wanted to let you know about! Over in the Italy Pavilion at Epcot, inside La Bottega Italiana, the Animal Masks have been restocked! Animal Masks The prices of these masks do vary. For example, this Fox Mask will set you back $88. Fox Mask They make for a colorful and unique souvenir and we’d recommend checking them out while supplies last. We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the big EPCOT news! Click here to see the latest news on EPCOT. If you’re headed to EPCOT for the Flower and Garden Festival, we’ve done all the research for you! Watch our video to see what you should eat! And while you’re in the shopping mood, have you checked out our EXCLUSIVE line of Disney-inspired merch? Check out our exclusive DFB merch! 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! 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 picking any of these up? Let us know in the comments! The post Really? This Is How I'm Gonna Drop in EPCOT? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Also headed our way in South Florida: Saiko-i Sushi Lounge & Hibachi in Plantation and KAO Bar & Grill in Hallandale Beach. View the full article

Universal Orlando and a company that helped make its “Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon” ride have settled a lawsuit. View the full article

There’s a lot going on in Disney World and you might have missed some BIG updates. Tree of Life From new snacks to a new ride, new merchandise, and even new construction — Disney World might look very different the next time you visit. So now we’re taking YOU for a stroll with us through Animal Kingdom to see the new (and new-to-us) items we found in the park as of late. Join us and get all caught up on the latest Disney updates. Food Updates Creature Comforts Over at Creature Comforts, you can find a NEW limited-time snack, the Bee Hive Mousse Dome! The snack is priced at $6.29, and is made of honey mousse on top of a brownie base with sugar bees and white chocolate honeycomb decorations (as well as crunchy edible pearls). Bee Hive Dome Cake The snack is part of the Earth Month offerings and will be around through April 30th, so you’ll want to hurry and try it. To see our full review of the snack, click here! Pizzafari and Restaurantosaurus Over at Pizzafari and Restaurantosaurus, you’ll find another limited-time snack, the Elephant Cupcake! This beauty is $5.99 and is made up of a graham cracker cake, pineapple filling with matcha buttercream, crispy pearls, and a chocolate elephant. Elephant Cupcake This is another Earth Month snack that is only available through April 30th, so grab it while you can. Is this cupcake worth it or will it leave you disappointed? Click here to see our review! Dino-Bite Snacks But wait…there’s MORE! At Dino-Bite Snacks, we found a new snack that is not officially part of the Earth Month celebration. The treat is called the Dino Dig Ice Cream Sandwich and is $7.29. This beauty is made with Vanilla Ice Cream sandwiched between two Sugar Cookies, topped with Chocolate Sprinkles, Cookie Crumbles, Sugar Bones, and a White Chocolate Dinosaur. Tasty Cookie Crumbles We wanted to hate this (since it replaced one of our favorite 50th Anniversary snacks) but it was actually REALLY delicious. Click here to see our FULL review! Terra Treats Finally, over at Terra Treats, we found a new plant-based pizza — the Roasted Mushroom & Leek Pizza. This features IMPOSSIBLE Meatballs, roasted mushrooms, braised leeks, and a dash of truffle oil. Roasted Mushroom and Leek Pizza You might be a pepperoni and cheese person but this pizza could surprise you. The meat was flavorful and juicy, and the cheese was toasted perfectly. Grab it for $7.69. See our full pizza review here! Merchandise Updates Discovery Trading Company Now, let’s get to those merchandise updates. Some of the items we spotted recently in Animal Kingdom, over at Discovery Trading Company, include an Avatar-themed hooded youth towel for $34.99… Avatar Towel …Lion King magnet for $14.99… King! …“Most Magical Place on Earth” shirt for $29.99… Time for a New Shirt? …a Turning Red shirt for $31.99… Panda Mei …an Avatar wall art set of 3… Wall Art …a 100th Anniversary hoodie for $64.99… Hoodie …a 100th Anniversary blanket for $44.99… Blanket …a 100th Anniversary pillow for $34.99… Pillow …a 100th Anniversary baby onesie for $19.99… Onesie …a 100th Anniversary bento box for $29.99… How Fun Is That? …a 100th Anniversary lunchbox for $34.99… Carry Your Snacks! …a 100th Anniversary backpack for $39.99… Look at the Charms …a 100th Anniversary button-up shirt for $59.99… Disney Fashion …a 100th Anniversary t-shirt for $39.99… Shirt …and a 100th Anniversary hat for $29.99. Hat Many of those newer 100th Anniversary items are part of the Disney100 Unified Characters Collection — which showcases Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars characters all together on select items. Click here to shop that Disney100 collection online! Riverside Depot At Riverside Depot we found a few other fun items including the Cinderella Disney Darlings pin for $19.99… Cinderella Pin …Jasmine Disney Darlings pin for $19.99… Jasmine Pin …a Kevin plush for $29.99… Kevin Plush …and a Disney Junior Mickey Take Care Of Pluto Vet Set for $39.99. Pluto Vet Toy It comes with 11 pieces and Pluto even reacts when given a treat. Pluto Vet Set And that leads us to our final updates. Construction Updates The Tree of Life Garden and walkways in that area have been closed for quite some time, but during a more recent visit, it reopened! We’ll be sharing more photos and details on that soon. It Was Closed And that’s it from Animal Kingdom for now. Stay tuned for more updates and watch our video below to get the FULL guide for Animal Kingdom in 2023.  Have you been to Animal Kingdom lately? Tell us about your experience there. The post What's New in Disney's Animal Kingdom: 4 Snacks and 100th Anniversary Souvenirs first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DFB is all about the FOOD at Walt Disney World. ALL kinds of Disney food. And that means making sure that families with special dietary concerns (gluten-free, vegetarian, etc.) have the information they need to create safe and delicious meal plans for their vacation. Have you wondered about vegan dining in Walt Disney World? We’re happy to share — vegans CAN eat well at Disney Springs, especially with a little advanced planning. Look for vegan menu items! For starters, in October 2019, Disney announced that every major table- and counter-service restaurant in both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort would offer plant-based options! You will find menus with plant-based options that are available throughout Walt Disney World, these items “are made with no animal meat, dairy, eggs or honey. They are made with ingredients that come from plants, including grains, vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds and legumes.” Finding those items on Disney menus is even easier these days. Plant-Based Logo Just look for the Leaf icon on restaurant menus! Recently, we’ve spotted more and more options for vegans. For example, Local Green Orlando opened up a food truck with vegan and pescatarian options, and many restaurants have vegetarian or vegan dishes on their menus. Are you ready for more suggestions? Let’s dig into some vegan meal and snack options at Disney Springs! You didn’t think we’d let you go without a few SNACK recommendations, did you? Some of the most beloved and iconic Disney snacks (Mickey pretzels, popcorn, and Dole Whip) just so happen to be vegan! Just remember that Disney menus are constantly changing, so always inquire about your vegan options before placing an order. Kiosks, Carts, and Walk Ups Feel free to mention your dietary concerns to the Cast Member taking your order. 4 Rivers Cantina Barbacoa Food Truck At many restaurants, it’s all about customization. At this food truck, add roasted sweet potatoes instead of meat to your taco or burrito. Get a taco without crème fraiche or queso fresco. Enjoy a burrito bowl, taco cone, or nachos — without sour cream or queso. Another vegan option is the black beans and cilantro rice dish. B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. Offers a tasty Plant-Based Bratwurst Sausage. The Plant-Based Bratwurst Sausage It comes with Sauerkraut and German Mustard on a Pretzel Roll served with a side of chips. Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream Try the Vegan Peanut Butter Ice Cream or Vegan Chocolate Salted Fudge Truffle Ice Cream. Local Green Orlando At this food truck, you’ll find vegan and pescatarian options. Local Green Orlando! Look for items such as the Bubba Sparxx (vegan Pulled BBQ Sandwich) and the Oh Boy (vegan Beyond Burger). Marketplace Concessions Stand at AMC Dine-In Theatre (Disney Springs 24) Stop here for Popcorn or Impossible Nuggets (note that a shared fryer is utilized). Swirls on the Water Opt for Pineapple, Lemon, or Lime Dole Whip! Since all other flavors contain dairy, be sure not to swirl with vanilla. Dole Whip floats are also available. Lemon DOLE Whip! Note that plain cones are vegan. Starbucks at the Marketplace Ask for plant milk in your tea or coffee. YeSake At YeSake, try a customized Bowl with veggies or try the Tofu Power Bowl. Yesake in Disney Springs Note that Roasted Sesame, Mayo Sauces, and Yum Yum Sauce are NOT vegan. PHOTOS: FIRST LOOK at the New Food Truck in Disney Springs! Quick Service When dining at quick service locations, mention your dietary concerns before ordering. A manager or chef should be able to help. Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza Build Your Own Vegan Pizza! Know Your Dough Guests following special diets will find highly customizable pizza here, as gluten-free crust and vegan options (like vegan cheese) are always available. D-Luxe Burger D-Luxe Burger has created a plant-based burger with an interesting twist! French Fries are vegan. Vegan Burger ©Disney Watch for limited time only items as well! Earl of Sandwich We’ve seen limited time menu items for vegans including a Vegan Cannonballs! Sandwich and a Spicy Chicken Sandwich. Other options that can be modified include the Caprese Sandwich by asking for avocado instead of mozzarella. The Veggie Sandwich can be customized without dressing and with avocado instead of feta. A great substitute for traditional BBQ sandwiches! Or customize a salad to your liking! Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC Don’t miss Erin McKenna’s Bakery where EVERYTHING — from breads to cookies to cupcakes — is vegan (and gluten-free, to boot)! Gluten-Free Vegan Brownie Bite Try a brownie bite! Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew Stop in for a coffee with almond or oat milk. And opt for a Monin brand syrup. Vegan options include the Purple Ube Donut and Purple Reign Iced Chai Latte. Everglazed Donuts We can recommend the Reese’s Nitro combo; just ask for a vegan donut. Ghirardelli Soda Fountain Ghirardelli has a delicious option. The Non-Dairy Hot Fudge Sundae is made with non-dairy chocolate chips and almond milk, over scoops of non-dairy Vanilla Coconut and finished with almond milk whipped topping, diced almonds, and a cherry. Non-Dairy Hot Fudge Sundae Plus, a 72% Dark Chocolate Square tops it off! Gideon’s Bakehouse At Gideon’s Bakehouse, enjoy a coffee. Cold Brews are completely vegan since the flavoring used is maple syrup instead of honey. French Toast Cold Brew Modify other coffee beverages with oat milk. Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company At Joffrey’s, get an Iced Tea or Coffee. Joffrey’s Customize with oat milk! Salt & Straw Typically, two vegan flavors are on the menu and the flavors rotate each month. Recently the two vegan options were Freckled Mint Chocolate Chip and Roasted Pineapple Coconut Sherbet. We couldn’t tell this was vegan! We tried the Red Chili Curry option with makrut lime crispy rice. Sprinkles Sprinkles has a vegan Red Velvet cupcake. Look for the green VG emblem next to menu items! Starbucks at West Side Ask for plant milk in your tea or coffee. Vivoli il Gelato Orange, lemon, and strawberry sorbetto are vegan here. Vivoli il Gelato Grab a sorbetto and cool down during a hot day at Disney Springs! Wine Bar George Omit the naan bread when you order the hummus. Special Diet Resources Table Service Make Advance Dining Reservations before your trip. The vegan dining process can begin right away — we recommend noting that you are vegan when you create the reservation. If you call (407) WDW-DINE to make a reservation, ask the Cast Member to note your dietary restrictions. The BOATHOUSE Try ordering the Tacos with vegetables instead of fish. Garden Pasta Shells – modify your order to be vegan! You might also want to try the Chips and dips with double salsa or Pasta with vegetables. Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ At Homecomin’, you can ask for a Farmhouse Salad, Kitchen Plate, or Fried Chicken Sandwich to be customized as vegan. Incogmeato tenders are available for substitutions. City Works Eatery & Pour House At City Works, start with Kung Pao Cauliflower or the Fried Pickles (ask for vegan horseradish aioli). City Works Eatery & Pour House For your meal, there is an Impossible Burger that can be made with a vegan gluten free bun. Also available are a Corn and Black Bean Salad, House Salad (without croutons), and Beet Salad. The Edison We have had some great vegan burgers in Disney, like a super flavorful Electric Garden Burger at The Edison. A plant-based Beyond Burger is on the menu. Start with the Guacamole and Tortilla Chips. Enzo’s Hideaway Tunnel Bar Pastas and Salads can be modified for vegan diners. Frontera Cocina Start with Chips and Salsa, Guacamole and Chips, or Toasted Pumpkin Seed “Hummus”. The Half and Half Customize a Salad. Or ask for Vegetable Tacos with eggplant. House of Blues Dining here soon? Ask for the vegan Impossible Burger or a modified salad. House of Blues Your server can guide you to other vegan options. Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar Talk to your server about omitting the meats and cheese from the Air Pirate’s Pretzel. Typically, they will also modify the price. Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante Go ahead and order Pasta here. Deconstructed Spaghetti at Carnevale Just ask for your dish to be vegan. Morimoto Asia There are some delicious options at Morimoto Asia including Vegetable Sushi, Edamame, Fried Rice (customized to be vegan), Steamed Vegetables, and Kung Pao Cauliflower. Vegan Spicy Miso Ramen Be sure to ask for gluten free soy sauce. Paddlefish At Paddlefish, vegans can order the guacamole without lobster. For your main dish, try the vegetarian pasta. Paradiso 37 For an appetizer, we recommend chips and salsa or the house made guacamole. Cilantro Rice, Roasted Vegetables, and Grilled Lemon Vegan diners might like the Harbour Island Tropical Chopped Salad (without bacon), Napa Valley Vegan Flatbread, Beans, Cilantro Rice, or Veggie Burger. Planet Hollywood Try Pasta with marinara and vegetables. The Polite Pig There are a few things here that can be customized to be vegan (BBQ Cauliflower without the sour cream, Crispy Brussel Sprouts without the caramel, and Sweet Potato Tots without the cheese). BBQ Waffle Fries Or try the BBQ Waffle Fries! Raglan Road Raglan Road has some impressive vegan options. Ask for vegan risotto, onion rings, or Shepherd’s Pie. This Shepherd Went Vegan This Shepherd Went Vegan features Faro barley, carrots, wild mushrooms, green onion, peas and rutabaga topped with olive oil mashed potato with a burnt onion gravy. Rainforest Cafe The Ancient Grain Bowl is vegan here. Other menu items can be customized. Rainforest Cafe Try the Beef Lava Nachos without beef, cheese, or sour cream. The Beyond Burger becomes vegan without the cheese and by substituting the brioche bun for Texas Toast. Try the Korean Spicy Stir-fry without the chicken. You might also want to modify the Anaconda Pasta by ordering it without cheee. Splitsville We went ALL out and ordered some custom vegan items for our veggie-eating friend that was dining with us! Veggie Roll Try the Edamame or Veggie Roll. The Impossible Burger is no longer on the menu. Ask your server for the latest vegan options. T-Rex Vegan diners can order the Jurassic Salad or Grain Bowl. Or make some customizations! Order the Beyond Burger without cheese and ask for a vegan bun or try the Prehistoric Pasta without alfredo sauce and cheese. Terralina Crafted Italian Terralina Crafted Italian serves Pasta with vegetables. Terralina Crafted Italian Menu items that can be modified include salads and the Antipasti Tower without meat and cheese. Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill Pasta dishes can be modified for vegan diners. REVIEW: Disney World’s ‘Spicy Chicken’ Sandwich Is…Neither of Those Things Remember to always ask your server or a chef if an item is vegan. Walt Disney World restaurants are constantly changing ingredients and suppliers. Even if you’re a vegan, you can find a bunch of great food at Disney Springs! More Helpful Hints and Resources Though it is far less difficult these days for vegans to find options throughout Walt Disney World, as with other guests dining with special diet concerns, you may wish to note that there is a plant-based guest in your dining party on any Advance Dining Reservations you make for Table Service restaurants. We recommend clearly noting your restrictions (no eggs, no meat, no dairy, no honey, etc.). Of course, if you would like to learn more about your options even prior to making your Advance Dining Reservations, you can peruse individual restaurant menus on the Walt Disney World website or visit the Walt Disney World website’s Plant-based Dining Guide page. If you are dining at a Counter Service location which accepts Mobile Order, keep your eyes peeled for the Plant-based icon! (Not familiar with Mobile Order? Learn more here!) Check out our DFB YouTube Video about some of the BEST Disney World restaurants for vegan and vegetarian dining! 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 vegan menu items are your favorites at Disney Springs? Share your thoughts in the comments! The post Disney Springs Vegan Ultimate Guide 2023 & 2024 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s almost that time again! ©Disney In February, Disney held its Q1 2023 earnings call — and we learned about the state of Disney+, how much money the parks were bringing in, and Disney’s plans to cut spending by $5.5 billion. Pretty big news! Well, get ready folks, it’s almost time for the NEXT earnings call. The Walt Disney Company’s Q2 2023 earnings call will take place on Wednesday, May 10th, at 4:30PM ET. This will take place over a live audio webcast, and the results will be released after the close of regular trading on May 10th. Magic Kingdom This comes after some big news shared by Disney’s CEO Bog Iger during the 2023 Annual Shareholders Meeting. Over the next ten years, Disney plans on injecting $17 billion into Walt Disney World, creating 13,000 jobs in the process. Crowds in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Between this and the last earnings call’s news of massive layoffs and budget cuts, it will be interesting to see an update on how the company is doing financially. We’ll be reporting on what we learn, so tune in to DFB on May 10th to find out! Click here to read about the latest in Disney’s feud with 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. What do you expect to hear during the Q2 earnings call? Let us know in the comments! The post Date Announced for Disney’s Next Big Earnings Report first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

TRON Lightcycle / Run has officially opened in Magic Kingdom, and now a new experience related to that coaster is open as well! View from TRON side of the store When you board the lightcycles at the TRON coaster, you can enter the grid to race against some pretty menacing programs. But if you want to go a step further, you can create your own custom “Program” action figure at the nearby Tomorrowland Launch Depot gift shop. The opening for that shop was delayed a bit, but now it’s finally open! The Tomorrowland Light and Power Co. gift shop (which used to be the Space Mountain gift shop at the exit of that coaster) has been renamed and repurposed. Now, its name is the Tomorrowland Launch Depot, and it holds all kinds of TRON merchandise. The shop was originally supposed to open on April 4th (along with the coaster), but it was delayed a bit. You’ll enter the Grid through a “Grid Digitization Portal” located inside the store. Grid Digitization Portals This is what it looks like inside the “Grid Digitization Portal.” Inside the portal The system uses Image Capture to scan your facial features. It scans your face Then you’ll customize the action figure by choosing a helmet and body configuration. You can decide whether you want to be an Enforcer, Combatant, Scout, or Heavy Sentry, and then you choose a team color. Various configurations you can choose from As part of the experience, you’ll also create an identity chip that will interact with some other merchandise, like Identity Discs and Remote Control Lightcycles. Identity Chip Once you finish this process, you’ll head to Command Input to record six lines of dialogue. It takes about 20 minutes to make these selections, and then another 60 minutes for your figure to be ready. We can’t wait to see our figure This activity requires advanced reservations (although walk-ins may be accepted depending on the day’s availability) and costs $89.99 per person. Annual Passholder and other discounts will not be accepted. TRON Lightcycle / Run You will need a valid ticket (or Annual Pass) and Park Pass Reservation for Magic Kingdom to participate since the store is located inside the theme park. The experience is limited to the participant and one guest. You can make reservations by visiting the Disney World website. If you want to cancel your reservation, make sure you do it at least one day before your booking to avoid the $10 cancelation or “no show” fee. Outside the shop Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news! Click here to learn all about TRON Lightcycle / Run. 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 out this new experience? Let us know in the comments. The post Come With Us to Create a Personalized TRON Action Figure in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Lots of Disney World hotels are changing. Shades of Green A new Disney Vacation Club villas area is being built at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, changes may start hitting other hotels based on permits we’ve seen filed, and lots of updates are happening at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn. But another hotel change has been announced and it’s one that might not make you all that happy. In a Facebook post, Shades of Green Resort announced that a BIG change will hit the resort on May 1st, 2023. Starting on May 1st, the World Drive Expansion Project (which impacts roads around Disney World) will start between Shades of Green and the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. While there is currently a walkway that leads from Shades of Green to the Polynesian Village Resort, that will NO longer be accessible due to the road changes. Resort Map The resort noted that they will be adding extra busses to their route to the Transportation and Ticket Center as a result of this change, and those buses are free. Alternatively, hotel guests can use their own cars (but they’ll be charged a parking fee at Disney World’s theme parks — currently $25 per day), or they can use a rideshare service. They ended the message by saying “We understand that change can be tough, but we hope you’ll bear with us as we work to make things even better for you.” You can see the full message below. ©Shades of Green Various individuals were expressing their disappointment at this news in the comments on the Facebook post, noting how convenient the walkway has been to them in the past. For those who may not be familiar with it, Shades of Green actually opened as a Disney-owned resort (the Golf Resort) back in December of 1973. It was renamed The Disney Inn in 1987 and later became an Armed Forces Recreation Center which is what we now know as Shades of Green. Though things started off with a lease, Army MWR purchased the hotel in 1996. Shades of Green Shades of Green serves “members of the U.S. Armed Forces, their families, and other authorized users.” Click here to get a tour of Shades of Green! We’ll keep an eye out for more updates from hotels on Disney World property and let you know what we find. In the meantime, check out our video below all about the BEST Disney World hotels for 2023.  And before you plan your next trip to Disney World, check out our DFB Guide Everything Bundle here. EVERYTHING! You will get ALL of our best-selling eBooks with details on Disney World Dining, EPCOT Festivals, the BEST snacks in each park, and soooooo many tips and tricks we’ve learned over decades of visiting our happy place. Get the bundle here! Want More Details About Disney World’s Hotels? Ranking of ALL of Disney World’s Hotels 9 Ways Your Disney World Hotel Stay Will Be Different in 2023 Our Picks for the Best Disney World Hotels in 2022 These Are the WORST Disney World Hotels for 2022 13 Critical Things You’re FORGETTING About When Booking a Disney World Hotel You Couldn’t Get the Disney World Hotel Reservation You Wanted – Now What? The 6 Disney World Hotel Problems No One is Talking About See Why You Might BAIL on Your Disney World Hotel A Full List of Changes Announced for Disney World’s Hotels 8 Gadgets You Need for Your Disney World Hotel Room The Surprising Things You Won’t Find in Your Disney World Hotel Room The Secret Way to Stay in Disney World’s Hotels for LESS! What Items from Amazon Can You Have Delivered to Your Resort Hotel? We’ve Got the Details Are Disney World Hotel Perks Worth the Hefty Price Tag? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney World hotel news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever stayed at Shades of Green or visited the Resort? Tell us in the comments. The post Important CHANGE Revealed for a Hotel in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Stitch from Lilo & Stich is one of the most beloved Disney Characters. He can be seen in the movies, television, and in-person at Walt Disney World. There’s been plenty of Stitch-themed merchandise that has come out over the years, but we’ve spotted something that’s coming out soon and we couldn’t wait to show you! Grab your wallets, because the newest Funko Pop Stitch merch will be coming to Entertainment Earth. It is the Lilo & Stitch Stitch with Plunger Pop! Vinyl Figure. @Entertainment Earth This Entertainment Earth exclusive design that showcases Stitch with a guilty face and a plunger on his head. @Entertainment Earth This limited-edition Stitch stands at about 3-3/4” tall and will be coming August 2023. @Entertainment Earth If you’re looking to add this to your already growing list of Stich merchandise, Entertainment Earth has it available for pre-order now, and it’s priced at $14.99. Click here to pre-order the Lilo & Stitch Stitch with Plunger Pop! Vinyl Figure from Entertainment Earth! Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney merchandise news and more! Click Here for More Lilo & Stich Merch! While you’re in the shopping mood…have you checked our DFB exclusive graphic tees and merch? Check out our exclusive DFB merch! 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! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think about this new Stitch merch? Leave us your thoughts below! The post Order Now! A New Stitch Funko Pop Is In the Works! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Walt Disney World Resort may be home to four theme parks, two water parks and an entire entertainment and shopping district, but it really is a small world after all! You never know who you may run into at The Most Magical Place on Earth. Jimmy, a bus driver cast member at Magic Kingdom, recently […]View the full article

We can’t deny it. One of the best parts about the Disney parks is the endless supply of FOOD. We ARE Disney Food Blog, after all. Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland A fan-favorite treat in Disneyland has mysteriously disappeared. Shout out to reader Kyle N. who brought this absolute travesty to our attention. Fudge has gone MISSING in Disneyland! We don’t mean seasonal fudge or celebratory fudge. We mean ALL fudge has gone missing at Disneyland. It is nowhere to be found! We had to head to the parks to check this out for ourselves. We put on our sleuthing gear and set out to solve the Disneyland Fudge Mystery of 2023. (We’re a bit dramatic, yes, but you can’t just take away fudge from the people and not tell us, Disney!) Walnut Fudge We headed to Marceline’s Confectionery at Disneyland to check in with the Cast Members. The baker said Marceline’s wouldn’t carry fudge at ALL anymore, but it might be found somewhere else in the parks eventually. The Cast Members couldn’t guarantee when, where, or IF we could find fudge in the park ever again. Marceline’s Confectionery They did say that it could potentially return seasonally, but they didn’t know for sure. We traded our sleuthing gear for our mourning garments, because this was not the news we wanted to hear. Should we protest? Should we petition? We aren’t sure. Here lies Disneyland Fudge. Rest in peace. We’ll check back occasionally for the return of a beloved Disney snack, but until then, you can check out more recent Disneyland snack reviews by clicking the link below. Oh, and follow along so that you never miss Disney food updates again! Click here for Disneyland snack reviews! 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 On a scale of 1-10, how much will you miss Disneyland fudge? Let us know in the comments! The post BREAKING FUDGE NEWS! This Classic Disney Treat Is MISSING! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s no secret that we have some favorite Disney World snacks because we talk about them A LOT. All-Star Movies We’re talking about Corn Dog Nuggets with Plastic Cheese, Dole Whip (a classic, obviously), and the Tropical Serenade. We get even more excited when we find out you can get these snacks OUTSIDE of the parks, and that’s just what we discovered with the Carrot Cake Cookie…sort of. So we’ve talked a LOT about the Carrot Cake Cookie from Trolley Car Cafe in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It’s basically two carrot cakes with loads of cream cheese frosting in the middle. It is DELICIOUS and one of our faves for a reason. Carrot Cake Cookie Well, imagine our surprise when we saw the Thumper Carrot Cake, which looks a lot like the Carrot Cake Cookie — it’s also cream cheese frosting sandwiched between two carrot cakes. It’s a dupe, y’all! It IS a little smaller than the cookie, PLUS it has a Thumper medallion and sugar carrot on it, but LOOK AT IT. So close. Thumper Carrot Cake Of course, what really matters is how much it tastes like the Carrot Cake Cookie. Like that snack, the Thumper Carrot Cake has two moist and fresh layers of carrot cake sandwiching a delicious cream cheese frosting. There’s also a LOT of that cream cheese frosting, so if you love that frosting, this is for you! Cute AND yummy So where did we find this carrot cake cookie dupe? It’s available for a limited time at World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort for $5.99. Inside So, at least for now, you can get a Carrot Cake Cookie dupe without a park ticket — and that makes us happy. Be sure to check it out if you find yourself in the area! WE KNOW – there are SO many great snacks at Disney World! How do you choose (we don’t want to choose but will blow our budget on Day 1 otherwise)? We’ve got you covered! We have reviewed nearly EVERY snack available at Disney World, and we’ve written a series of DFB Guides about them! DFB Guide and Snacks Bundle Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. You can even download them to your smartphone – it’ll be like we’re right there with you in the parks! Here Are 5 Disney World Snacks You’ve Never Tried Before 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 fan of the Carrot Cake Cookie? Why or why not? Let us know in the comments! The post Where To Get A Carrot Cake Cookie Dupe in Disney World WITHOUT A Park Ticket first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s no secret that we love trying new Disney food. We are Disney FOOD Blog, after all. Elephant Cupcake It’s been an eventful week in Disney World for foodie news. There’s a NEW menu at California Grill that we had to try, Narcoossee’s has reopened with a whole new makeover, and TWO Disney restaurants were recognized by Michelin Guide. But this week we also tried THREE new snacks around the parks, and we had some thoughts. Disney has released a few new treats lately, and we tried three of them. What did we think? Let’s get started. First, there’s a new Huckleberry Shake at Chicken Guy in Disney Springs for $6.99. It’s made with hand-spun vanilla soft serve, mixed berry puree, and topped with fresh whipped cream & Cinnamon Toast Crumble. The cookie dough filling in this was really delicious, just like licking the baking spoon, but a little smoother. It really tasted like a chocolate chip cookie. The crisp pearls on the side added a nice crunch for texture and sweetness to the cookie. Look at Chip! However, the Dark Chocolate Ganache was VERY dark. It didn’t taste sweet at all, and our reporter wasn’t a fan. So while this is an ADORABLE snack, if you’re not a fan of dark chocolate — this might be a miss. And Dale on the other side So, overall, we might not recommend this one unless you’re a true dark chocolate fan. It is a little pricey at $6 for a cookie, after all. But, it is SO Instagram-worthy. And there you have it! Three new snacks to try on your next trip to Disney World. We’ll keep reviewing all the latest Disney treats, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see the NEW menu announced for Wine Bar George Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide Check Out the 19 Best Restaurants in Disney World in 2022 Our Top 50 All-Time Best Disney Dining Tips These Are the BEST Meals in Disney World for Under $15 Ranking Every Single Magic Kingdom Restaurant Ranking Every Single EPCOT Restaurant Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney Springs Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney World Hotels – Cheap Eats Edition Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which of these new items are you most excited to try? Let us know in the comments below! The post We Ate 3 NEW Things in Disney World, But We’d Only Recommend 2 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You’ve heard of Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, but did you know about the THIRD Disneyland “park”? Downtown Disney Downtown Disney District isn’t exactly a park — it doesn’t have roller coasters, and you usually won’t spot Mickey Mouse walking around. But it DOES have tons of fantastic restaurants and a whole bunch of gift shops, including both Disney and non-Disney stores. There are a few things to know before you visit, though, such as where and how to park once you arrive! Here are some key tips that will make your trip so much easier. Where Is Downtown Disney Parking? Let’s start with the basics. First, you need to know that Downtown Disney District Parking is at the Simba Lot. ©Disney This lot is located off Disneyland Drive, between West Katella Avenue and Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel. How Much Does It Cost To Park at Downtown Disney? The first hour of parking at the Simba Lot costs $10. Security is a little different now! Validations do apply after the first hour of paid parking. You can get three more hours of same-day parking with a $20-minimum purchase and validation from any Downtown Disney location. You can get up to five more hours of same-day parking with validation from any Downtown Disney sit-down (table service) restaurant. Be sure to ask for validation when you visit! Note that restaurants and lounges at Disneyland Resort hotels do NOT validate for Downtown Disney District parking. Earl of Sandwich Tavern Beyond those validations, each extra hour past the first costs $14 (charged in 30-minute increments) with a minimum of $7. The maximum cost of daily parking (and lost ticket fee) is $66. Parking is subject to capacity, so you may want to have a plan B in place just in case you visit on a particularly busy day. Downtown Disney Disabled Parking If you have a valid disabled parking placard or license plate, you can park in any available disabled-marked space, subject to space availability. The same parking rates apply ($10 for the first hour and $14 for each additional hour, with exceptions for validations). If you have any specific parking needs — such as additional space to lower a wheelchair ramp or lift — you should ask a Cast Member for assistance. Downtown Disney Remember that you don’t necessarily have to drive to Downtown Disney. If you’re visiting one of the theme parks, you can park there and then walk over to Downtown Disney instead! And if you’re staying at one of the Disneyland hotels or another hotel within walking distance, it might be easiest to keep your car at your hotel and just walk to Downtown Disney ©Disney Looking for more tips for your upcoming Disneyland trip? Check out the following posts: We’ve Eaten at EVERY Restaurant in Disneyland. These are the BEST. The Best Disneyland Rides, Ranked The Best Airport To Use for a Disneyland Trip Keep following DFB for more tips and updates on all the latest Disney news! There’s a NEW restaurant at Downtown Disney — Read our full review here! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! See Our DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Get All the Info About Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Should You Go to Disneyland in 2022? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What’s your favorite thing to do in Downtown Disney? Let us know in the comments! The post Downtown Disney Parking Tips first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Can you believe it’s already April?! Before we know it, the kids will be out of school and we’ll all be heading on summer vacation. Will you be vacationing in Disney World this year? If you’re headed to Disney World for your summer vacation, you probably already know that the heat is no joke. We’ve got some park essentials that we think could be great to help you beat the heat! Even if you’ll be at home this summer, we have a few Disney items for you, too. Don’t worry, we didn’t leave you out! All of these Disney items can be found on Amazon, so let’s get to online shopping! First up, you can get this Color Brain board game. ©Amazon This one is specifically Disney themed! Click here to purchase the Disney Color Brain game. Here’s a park essential! These Mickey Mouse Bluetooth Earbuds could be great during your next Disney day. These are also great to give to your kids in the car or on the plane without worrying about them losing expensive ear buds. ©Amazon Even if you’re not headed to Disney soon, they could be great for at home. Click here to purchase the Mickey Mouse Bluetooth Earbuds This Minnie Mouse Cosmetic Bag could be great for either in the parks or at home! ©Amazon It even includes a wrist strap if you’d like to use it while in the parks. Click here to purchase the Minnie Mouse Cosmetic Bag Looking for some no show socks? These Mickey Mouse socks could be the ones for you! ©Amazon They come in a pack of five! Click here to purchase the Women’s Mickey Mouse No Shows This Mickey Mouse Waffle Maker can make the cutest Mickey waffles! ©Amazon This item could be great for slow summer mornings at home. Click here to purchase the Mickey Mouse Waffle Maker If you’re looking for ways to keep the kiddos entertained, this Mickey Mouse playset could be the way to go. ©Amazon This set is vacation-themed and comes with six figurines and accessories. Click here to purchase the Mickey Mouse Playset Looking for ways to keep cool in the parks? These cooling towels could be you answer. ©Amazon They come in four different colors and can be easily stored in your park bag! Click here to purchase the cooling towel And there you have it! These Amazon Disney finds could very well be your next holy grail when it comes to Disney park days. You’ll have to let us know if you try them! As usual, follow along for more Disney merchandise, Amazon deals, and park tips. Click the link below to check out more Amazon Disney deals we’ve seen recently. Click here for more Amazon Disney deals Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which of these items is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post 7 Disney Deals on Amazon That Caught Our Attention first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Welcome back to EPCOT, DFB readers! Spaceship Earth in EPCOT There have been a lot of updates in this park. EPCOT Forever fireworks have returned to the park (and we saw some pretty unusual crowds at the reopening too), and we recently got another look inside Journey of Water with Bob Iger. But that’s not all! Let’s see what’s new in EPCOT. EPCOT Food Updates Club Cool has had some trouble this past week. A few days ago, the only option was most people’s least favorite — Beverly! Beverly was the ONLY option! But on a more recent trip, a few more flavors had returned to Club Cool, so you can try other options from around the world! More flavors are back! Can you hear us sighing in relief? EPCOT Construction Updates Construction is still going strong at Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. During recent visits, more construction vehicles seemed to be on-site to finish the final details inside the attraction. Journey of Water Construction To get a peek inside the attraction (thanks to Disney CEO Bob Iger) — click here! ©Disney World Celebration also continues to see lots of work. That area is set to be finished by the end of the year. Communicore Hall Construction The EPCOT parking lot construction also seems to be moving forward, with lots of dirt being moved around. Working on the parking lot! During a recent visit, we were surprised to see the waterfall turned off in the Canada Pavilion. No waterfall! If you were hoping for a family photo at this iconic spot, just know that it may not always be on and as spectacular as you expected. EPCOT Merchandise Updates Port of Entry You can now grab new Disney 100 Gift Cards! Disney 100 Gift Card These cards have a minimum activation fee of $15. This is a great way to help yourself stay on a budget during your vacation AND get a fun souvenir. Disney Traders You can grab new 100th Anniversary Medallions at the machine in this shop. 100th Anniversary Medallions You can grab medallions featuring Merida, Elsa & Anna with Olaf, Remy, or Nemo & Dory here. Creations Shop Over at Creations Shop, we spotted a Class of 2023 Graduation Stitch Plush for $24.99… Class of 2023 Graduation Stitch Plush …a LEGO Duplo 3 in 1 Magical Castle for a whopping $99.99 (you can also get it online)… Lego Duplo 3 in 1 Magical Castle …a Moana Jacket for $59.99… Moana Jacket …a Moana Plush for $34.99… Moana Plush …and a Moana Bag for $19.99! Moana Bag But there’s more! SeaBase Gift Shop There’s a new 100th Anniversary Pressed Penny machine in EPCOT at the SeaBase Gift Shop. Here you can grab Nemo & Dory, Ariel & Flounder, Figment, and Remy pressed pennies. 100th Anniversary Pressed Penny machine We also found a Villians Pin Start Set for $34.99… Villains Pin Start Set …and a Youth Bruce Shirt for $26.99. Youth Bruce Shirt And the merch continues… Stein Haus We spotted a Limited Edition and Numbered Stein for $299.99. Limited Edition and Numbered Stein This a pretty expensive stein, but if this is your thing, you may want to grab one ASAP. La Bottega Italiana In the Italy Pavilion, the Animal Masks have been restocked! Animal Masks The prices of these masks vary, but this Fox Mask will cost you $88. Fox Mask These are very unique and could make for a colorful and decorative souvenir. Gateway Gifts You can grab some Minnie Toddler Shorts right here for $24.99. Minnie Toddler Shorts These could be great to grab for a kiddo in your life to give them some Disney style! The Fjording Over at the Norway Pavilion, we found a cute Anna Plush for $24.99… Anna Plush …and an Elsa Plush also for $24.99. Elsa Plush But if you love pins the next section is for YOU! Pin Traders We found TONS of great pins over at Pin Traders! You can pick up the Chip ‘n’ Dale Mystery Pin Set for $24.99… Chip ‘n’ Dale Mystery Pin Set …the Chip ‘n’ Dale 2-pin Set for $44.99… Chip ‘n’ Dale 80th 2-pin Set …the Chip ‘n’ Dale Blue Pin for $19.99… Chip ‘n’ Dale Blue Pin …a Chip ‘n’ Dale Acorn Pin for $24.99… Chip ‘n’ Dale Acorn Pin …a Bambi and Flower Earth Day 2023 Pin for $17.99… Bambi and Flower Earth Day 2023 Pin …and a Queen of Hearts Dancing Head Pin for $19.99. Queen of Hearts Dancing Head Pin Which of these pins would you pick? House of Good Fortune In the China Pavilion, we found something interesting. Did you know that these specific Oreos contain dairy, unlike the typical Oreos you’ll find in USA stores? Chinese Oreos with Dairy! If you follow a vegan diet or have a dairy allergy, stay far away from these! Mitsukoshi And lastly, in the Japan Pavilion, we found this Easter Bunny Monchhichi for $36.95 that we just HAD to show you. Easter Bunny Monchhichi Now, let’s get to some more general updates. EPCOT General Updates EPCOT has a new park map with some changes! We’ve got a full post covering all the changes in this park map — click here to see that. EPCOT Park Map In other EPCOT news, Harmonious played its last show on April 2nd. Harmonious Now you’ll be able to catch EPCOT Forever as the temporary nighttime show until it’s replaced with the NEW EPCOT fireworks show later this year. EPCOT Forever And that’s all the news from EPCOT! As always, be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news. Check out this SECRET offering in EPCOT that you won’t want to miss! 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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Shades of Green announced a big change today that effects getting around at Disney World. Lake Buena Vista 4 April 2023 – Starting on 1 May 2023 Shades of Green guests will no longer be able to walk to the Polynesian Village resort via the walkway along the Shades of Green/ Palm and Magnolia Golf […] The post Big Change at Shades of Green – Transportation appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. When it comes down to it, there are a few fan favorites that seem to reign supreme in the hierarchy of Disney park bags. Look at all those bags! One of the most popular bag brands is Loungefly — available in a seemingly endless array of designs, colors, and theming. New Loungefly designs pop up almost constantly. But buying these bags can also get expensive. But now we found an Amazon-exclusive Loungefly set that’s ON SALE, and it might be too good of a deal for you to pass up! Alright, are you ready to go online shopping? Check out the Amazon-exclusive Minnie Mouse Loungefly Mini Backpack! ©Amazon The backpack has a sparkly black base with a red and white polka dot print on the pockets. It also features silver hardware and Minnie Mouse ears on the top! And it’s 27% OFF right now, saving you just over $20! Click here to check out the Loungefly Minnie Mouse Mini Backpack There’s also a matching wallet on sale! ©Amazon Similar to the backpack, the wallet features a black sparkly base with red and white polka dot detailing — including a bow on the clasp! The wallet also has silver hardware and Minnie ears. This one is currently 20% off. Click here to check out the Loungefly Minnie Mouse Wallet Amazon-Exclusive Loungefly bags on sale? That might be something you just won’t be able to resist. Be sure to shop these deals now before they go away. And if you’re looking to try Amazon Prime while you’re at it, click our link below to get a FREE trial! 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! New Disney-inspired tanks! Follow along here at Disney Food Blog for more! While you’re in the shopping mood, you can click the link below to see more Loungefly accessories we’ve seen recently. Looking for more Loungeflys? Click here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of these Loungefly bags? Let us know in the comments! The post DON’T MISS This Amazon-Exclusive Disney Loungefly Sale first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Springtime is here, and if you’re looking to go to Disney World there’s something you need to know! Flower and Garden Festival We’re constantly looking for discounts and deals that can help you save money on your hotel stay, your flights, and more. And now we’ve found a limited-time deal that can get you savings on airline tickets! JetBlue wants to kick off this spring season of travel right. They’ve announced their Spring Travel (Fever) Sale with fares as low as $59 — so you’ll really want to take advantage of these deals NOW! ©Getty Images In this sale, we found some fares to Orlando International Airport from cities like New York for $59. ©JetBlue We also spotted a sale from DCA to MCO for $64. There were also some discounts on flights to MCO from PVD, BUF, BDL, and more. The prices and destinations available through the deal vary depending on which airport you’re flying out of. ©JetBlue The fares do include government taxes and fees, but you’ll need to book FAST! The sale ends on April 6th and your flight must be booked by 11:59PM ET or local time. Travel dates must fall between April 18th and June 21st, 2023. ©JetBlue Visit JetBlue.com for the full list of terms and conditions of this offer. As usual, make sure to follow us for more travel news and Disney updates! Click here for info on Non-Stop Flight deals to Disney World Travel Updates, Tips, and Tricks Complete Guide to Booking the CHEAPEST Flight to Disney World What to Do if Your Flight to Disney World Is Canceled Our Best Tips For Flying Through the Orlando International Airport Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get to Disney World From the Orlando Airport The Ultimate Disney World Packing List for 2022 You’re SLEEPING on These Packing Hacks Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life 8 Catastrophic Travel Mistakes and How to Solve Them The BEST and WORST Airlines in the US, Ranked by Customer Complaints The MOST and LEAST Reliable Airlines in the U.S. This Small Change Will Save You From Lost Luggage The Best Disney Luggage for 2023 21 Things a Former Flight Attendant Needs You To Know 7 Highest-Rated Travel Items on Amazon Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Will you be checking out this sale? Let us know in the comments below! The post You Could Fly to Disney World for ! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s official! Happily Ever After is back! Happily Ever After has returned to Magic Kingdom with a glow-up — now with Main Street U.S.A. projections and MagicBand+ interactivity! We were lucky enough to attend a media preview of this show last month, and it was just as special as we remembered. But, now that they are back, there are a few things you should remember if you want to make your trip to Magic Kingdom as seamless as possible. The return of this show is a pretty big deal for many visitors — so the park will be busy, navigating the experience can be overwhelming, and there are things you might want to consider while you’re planning your time during the show. First, don’t forget that we have the perfect apparel to sport when catching the return of this show! You can show off your love of Happily Ever After with new tanks, tees, sweatshirts, and more by heading to the DFB store. But now, we’re talking about the mistakes you want to AVOID in Magic Kingdom now that Happily Ever After has returned. Let’s get started! 1. Not Getting There Early This is a popular show, and it will be busy! Don’t make the mistake of thinking you’ll be able to get to Main Street U.S.A. or The Hub 15 minutes before the show and be able to get a good spot. This area gets BUSY Often, if you don’t get there early enough, you won’t even have much say in where you’ll be able to go. Once the main areas start to fill up, Cast Members need to direct traffic in a way that may prevent you from getting from one side of the Hub to the other. Once these sections reach capacity, guests will start to be redirected away from The Hub and into other areas like the overflow pathway that runs parallel to Main Street. Expect lots and lots of people So, give yourself plenty of time to find a spot if getting a good view is important to you! An hour or more might be necessary depending on how good of a spot you’re hoping for. 2. Choosing the Wrong Spot Speaking of getting a good spot — there are a few different areas that might work best for you, depending on what kind of experience you are looking to have. Many visitors want to have an up-close view — front, and center. Being close to Cinderella Castle when the fireworks are going off can be a special experience, but this area fills up the fastest! You’ll need to get there extra early if you’re hoping to find a spot between the Partners Statue and the castle. Crowds by Partners Statue However, with this version of Happily Ever After, Disney used the technology from Disney Enchantment to add projections to Main Street. The goal was to enhance the experience without taking away from the star of the show: Cinderella Castle. We think they did a great job at this, so it might be a priority for you to get a spot farther back so that you can experience this new addition. Happily Ever After during media preview This area is usually easier to find a spot than right in front of the castle, but it will still fill up fairly early. If seeing these projections is important to you, don’t wait until the last minute to get there! Since it is a new part of the show, there might be a lot of other folks trying to get a spot there too, and you don’t want to be directed away from this area if you arrive too late. Projections on Main Street, U.S.A. On the other hand, if your priority is making a quick exit after the finale, you’ll want to find a spot closer to the Walt Disney World Railroad Train Station. You’ll be able to see the castle from a distance and the Main Street projections (if you are not too far off to the sides) — and be one of the first to get back to the Monorail or a Disney bus stop after the show is over. Train Station near exit If you’re looking for a way to catch the show away from the Main Street crowds, and aren’t as concerned with the projections, there are a few spots to watch the fireworks that can be much better suited to your group. Behind the castle, near Prince Charming Regal Carrousel, is a great place to watch. A look from above! The area near the Tangled bathrooms is also a good choice. Yes, we’re serious! One of the prettiest projections during Happily Ever After is the Tangled lanterns scene — but back here, you get the real thing. It’s a romantic setting that you might even be able to snag a table in. Lastly, the boardwalk in Frontierland can also be a great spot to watch the fireworks without a bunch of crowds around. Find out some of our best spots to watch the fireworks in Disney World 3. Forgetting it’s a Great Time to Get on Rides During the show, most of the people in the park are looking to find the best viewing spot — so depending on your priorities, this might be a great time to get on some rides with lower wait times! If catching the fireworks isn’t as important to you, many of the attractions clear out during this time. Ride this DURING the fireworks — you get a show AND a ride! Also, if you’re able to time it out right, on some rides you can actually see the fireworks from the ride itself! Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, and Astro Orbiter are all great rides to see the fireworks on. Just keep in mind, however, that if the timing doesn’t work out, you might get stuck in an area of the queue where the fireworks aren’t visible at all while they are going off. 4. Not Considering a Fireworks Dessert Party While this option is a little pricey, booking a Fireworks Dessert Party might be an upgrade that makes sense for your group. With a reservation for a Happily Ever After dessert party, you’ll be guaranteed a great spot to view the fireworks and castle, and tons of sweet treats to go with it! You have three options for these dessert parties: Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Parties: Pre-Party (you’ll have dessert first at Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant and then will be escorted to the viewing area in the Plaza Garden in front of the castle — $99 for adults, $59 for children) Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Parties: Seats & Sweets (you’ll have dessert at Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant and then view the fireworks from the patio there — $114 for adults, $69 for children) Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Parties: Post-Party (you’ll watch the fireworks from Plaza Garden and then have dessert after at Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant — $99 for adults, $59 for children) Does the budget allow for a dessert party? With these packages, you’ll find things like chocolate-dipped strawberries and chocolate silk tarts, a variety of cheeses, and beverages including beer and wine for guests of age. While this is a costly option, it might be a great way for you to get a great experience during the fireworks — especially if you’ve never seen Happily Ever After before! 5. Not Giving Yourself Enough Time to Get Food Lastly, make sure you have a plan in place for getting your snacks before the show! There will be a lot of people also trying to grab their food before the fireworks. Casey’s Corner is a great option that’s right on Main Street, but there will be a ton of other guests with the same idea. Mobile Ordering is convenient, but it will likely take longer than you imagine for your food to be ready. Give yourself plenty of time for your food to be prepared so that you’re not stuck waiting for it at the last minute. Casey’s Corner You also might be tempted to have one member of your group save your spot for the fireworks while another goes and gets your food. This can be a great option if you plan it early enough, but keep in mind — once the main areas reach capacity and Cast Members start directing traffic, it might be extremely difficult for you to make it back to your group with the food. Order your food with plenty of time to spare so that you aren’t stuck in this situation. Happily Ever After There you have it. If you’re planning on heading to Magic Kingdom, keep these things in mind, and you should be able to navigate your time in the park a little easier. In the meantime, if you can’t wait until you get to go to Magic Kingdom next, you can watch the FULL video here! Enjoy the show! We’ll keep bringing you tips and tricks to make your Disney World trip easier, so make sure to follow DFB for more! Learn about the 5 BEST things to do in Disney World in April Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which fireworks show in Disney World has been your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post Avoid These MISTAKES in Magic Kingdom Now That the Fireworks Have Changed! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article