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It’s time to talk about candy! We’re talking about those rows and rows of candy bars and candy that line the aisles at grocery stores. Skittles Do you have a favorite? Maybe it’s M&Ms (and if so, you should DEFINITELY visit the M&Ms Store in Disney Springs). Or maybe the combo of peanut butter and chocolate in Reese’s makes you happy. Perhaps your favorite candy is Skittles, but if that’s the case, we could have some bad news. According to the Los Angeles Times, a new bill was introduced in California that would ban selling, manufacturing, and distributing foods containing certain chemicals that can be found in food. These chemicals have been linked to health problems in a number of studies like decreased immune response, increased risk of cancer, and even hyperactivity in kids. Skittles Fudge from Main Street Confectionery These chemicals are found in common foods, including Skittles, which could mean that if the bill passes, the candy could be banned in the state of California. Skittles sugar cookie The chemicals include red dye no. 3, titanium dioxide, potassium bromate, brominated vegetable oil, and propylparaben. Skittles uses titanium dioxide as a colorant. There was even a lawsuit filed in California last year against Mars, the company that makes Skittles, claiming that the candy was “unfit for human consumption” due to the titanium dioxide in it. Marshmallow wand with Skittles However, California Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel, who introduced the bill, says that banning the candy isn’t the point of the bill. Instead, he hopes to encourage Mars to manufacture Skittles without the chemicals. He said, “I love Skittles. I love Wild Berry Skittles. I eat them all the time. “What we’re really trying to get them to do is to change their recipes. All of these are nonessential ingredients.” We even got free Skittles in Disneyland once The chemicals the bill would ban have already been banned in Europe, where Skittles are also available, so it’s something Mars has already done in at least one part of the world. So although it could mean Skittles would CHANGE, they wouldn’t be completely banned. Skittles can actually be found as an ingredient in several treats at Main Street Confectionery in Magic Kingdom, including the Kernel Kitchen, where guests can mix and match ingredients to make their own popcorn blends. Skittles We’ll continue to keep an eye on the situation and update you when we have more details! REVIEW: 10/10 We Would Recommend Disney’s NEW Candy Bar-Inspired Sundae 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 pay attention to candy labels? Would you like to see these chemicals banned? Let us know in the comments! The post Could Skittles Be BANNED Soon? What You Should Know. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is constantly CHANGING. BoardWalk From changes with Genie+ to adjustments on Annual Passholder perks and park map updates, there’s a lot going on. But now we’ve got some clues about potential other changes coming to Disney World, particularly at its resort hotels. Let’s dive into them right now! These clues are all based on permits (technically notices of commencement) Disney has recently filed in Florida. These often do not have a lot of detail but can signal the start of potential work in certain areas, so let’s take a look at what’s going on. Disney’s BoardWalk Inn If you’ll be staying at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn and Villas soon, beware! There have been a number of changes going on here. For a while, we saw the main pool’s slide was closed. Some updates are also being made in the lobby, and the resort is set to get updated rooms as well. But it seems more work could be coming to the hotel soon. ©Disney Recently, Disney filed a number of permits all related to the BoardWalk. One permit was filed for “general construction” for an address that matches the BoardWalk hotel in general (rooms 1201-5311 and villas rooms 1001-5095). This is not set to expire until June 30th, 2024, so there could be some general construction in the area for a while. Another permit was filed for an address that matches the restroom and pool building. This is also for “general construction” and doesn’t expire until June 30th, 2024. BoardWalk But wait, there’s MORE. Check out some of the details on the other permits Disney has filed lately all related to the BoardWalk: “General construction” at the address tied to the BoardWalk guest lockers and restrooms (expires 6/30/24) “General construction” at the address tied to the BoardWalk Community Hall and guest snack bar (expires 6/30/24) “General construction” at the address tied to the BoardWalk pool house and laundry (expires 6/30/24) “General construction” at the address tied to Leaping Horse Libations (expires 6/30/24) Bathrooms in the Lobby are Under Construction Most (but not all) of the permits were filed by Disney Vacation Club Management Corp. and it appears the contractor for all of them is Poli Construction Inc. These projects could be relatively small — Disney hasn’t really shared details about them yet. But the filing of these notices of commencement may indicate that work could begin in these areas soon, so be on the lookout for that if you’ll be staying at the resort soon. Click here for our COMPLETE guide to eating at Disney’s BoardWalk Resort CHANGES at the Campgrounds Over at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campgrounds, it looks like some upgrades are on the way. One permit filed recently indicates that there will be fiber optic installed at each campsite. Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground The contractor on this project is Green-Chip Services Inc. According to their website, they help with the design and installation of fiber optic and copper communication systems. So while this isn’t a big outward change you may readily notice when there, it could help in the future to transfer data faster while at the campsites. And you may spot some contractors working there to get this all installed, so that’s something to watch for. Click here for the complete guide to eating at Fort Wilderness Contemporary Resort Over at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, some construction could take place soon in an outdoor area. A permit was recently filed that seems tied to the address for the hotel’s marina. Contemporary Resort Boat Rentals It doesn’t give a lot of details in terms of what will be happening, but only notes that the improvement is to “provide labor, material and/or electrical for construction.” So if you’re planning to be around the marina, just be mindful of any construction that may take place nearby. Click here for the Contemporary vs Beach Club Resort guide Blizzard Beach And finally, it looks like Disney is getting ready to do some work over at the recently re-closed Blizzard Beach Water Park. Blizzard Beach closed just as Typhoon Lagoon Water Park reopened, so it makes sense that Disney would get to work making some updates and doing some refurbishments there. Blizzard Beach The permit we spotted is for “general construction” at an address that appears to be for a building right near the front of Blizzard Beach, by the parking lot. The contractor here is “Environmental Painting Alternative” so it looks like the building could be looking nice and fresh soon. And that’s a look at some of the changes that could be coming to Disney World soon. Again, not much detail is revealed in these notices of commencement, but they could indicate work that is to come so we’ll keep an eye out for updates. Three slides For more Disney construction news, click here to see construction changes at Disney Springs, and click here for construction updates from Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. A NEW park map has arrived in Hollywood Studios with some big changes — see it here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. 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You know what’s fun about Easter in Disney World? Easter Bunny in Magic Kingdom Well, the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival Egg-Stravaganza is a BLAST, but we also love seeing the Easter bunny on the day. However, the BEST part — and you know where we’re going with this — is the SNACKS. Because we are here for all the bunny butts and carrot-inspired treats! Now there’s a NEW Easter treat to try! Meet the Carrot Cake Cheesecake Tart for $6.99, which has Carrot Cake in a pie shell on the bottom and then Pineapple and Vanilla Cheesecake on top. It’s like our favorite snacks — carrot cake, pie, AND cheesecake — have been combined into one delicious treat! We will point out that the orange color looks a little off, but, please, don’t let that deter you. It’s very orange, though This is because this baby is the epitome of DELICIOUSNESS. The carrot cake in the pie shell was moist and rich. The crust was soft and flakey. There was a delicate and creamy texture to the cheesecake. There was just something about the combination of flavors combined with the pineapple that just worked so well. DELICIOUS Even so, these flavors almost made us think of fall, but the pineapple added a lot of brightness to the snack, making it great for a hot spring day in Florida. A peek inside If you’re looking to try this snack for yourself, it’s available at The Mara at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge through April 9th. If you’re looking to try even MORE Easter snacks, be sure to check out ALL our reviews of the Easter treats in Disney World! 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! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you try this treat? Let us know in the comments! The post Cake, Pie, AND Cheesecake? In One Dessert? Disney World Went ALL OUT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We don’t know about you, but our Disney trips revolve around food! We love Disney food! While some guests might be waiting for the return of the Disney Dining Plan, there is still one way to save on dining for your Disney vacation. The Disney Dining Promo Card is a new offer this year for guests who book a minimum 5-night stay at a Disney World Resort with at least 4 days of tickets. But hurry, because this deal is ending tomorrow! So what is the Disney Dining Promo Card? The Dining Promo Card is basically a gift card that you can use at select Disney World restaurants. If you have a qualifying Disney hotel reservation, you’ll receive the promo card in your email once you check into your reservation. The card’s value depends on your vacation arrival date, how long you’re staying at the hotel, and which hotel you choose. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort lobby The offer is good for up to a $750 Dining Promo Card. Here are the values based on travel dates and resorts: At value resorts — $35 per night if your arrival date is between June 25th and June 30th or July 11th and the 31st, and $50 per night if your arrival date is between July 1st and the 10th or August 1st and September 14th At moderate resorts — $75 per night if your arrival date falls between June 25th and June 30th or July 11th and the 31st, and $100 per night if your arrival date falls between July 1st and the 10th or August 1st and September 14th At deluxe resorts — $125 per night if your arrival date falls between June 25th and June 30th or July 11th and the 31st, and $150 per night if your arrival date falls between July 1st and the 10th or August 1st and September 14th Food from Capt. Cook’s at Disney World You must book at least a 4-night stay, which means the gift cards start at $140 total for value resorts, $300 total for moderate resorts, and $500 total for deluxe resorts. Remember, you get one gift card per ROOM, not per person. ©Disney To book the promotion, it’s basically the same as booking a Disney World Resort Hotel. You’ll need to visit the Dining Promo Card Special Offer page and click “Check Availability.” From there, you’ll need to select which dates you want to book your trip — of course, be sure to select dates within the promotion and hit the 4-night minimum. Once you select your hotel choice, The Promo Card offer should automatically be selected, but if it isn’t, you can click on it. The rest is exactly like booking a typical Disney vacation, choosing room type, the number of park days, and adding in magical extras. ©Disney Again, this deal ends on March 27th so you will want to hurry! You can book the promotion yourself through Disney or through a travel agent. Pop Century Dining! We highly recommend our friends over at Small World Vacations for all your Disney travel planning needs! The agents over at Small World are experts on everything Disney. They are knowledgeable on the latest information, deals, discounts, etc. to make sure that your vacation is magical. And their services are totally FREE. It does NOT cost you anything extra to have a travel professional help you plan your trip. It can be overwhelming planning a trip right now. Between making park reservations, learning how to utilize Genie +, and how to join a virtual queue, it gives you peace of mind to have someone on your side helping you. You’ll find all their information below! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news! Click Here to Learn More About the Dining Promo Card 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. Is the Disney Dining Card a perk you would like? Let us know in the comments! The post ALERT! Tomorrow Is the LAST DAY To Book This Disney World Deal first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re heading back into Magic Kingdom because there’s a LOT happening in this park. Magic Kingdom TRON is currently in its soft opening, the 50th Anniversary is disappearing before our eyes, and spring break crowds are still majorly present in the parks. So let’s see what’s new in Magic Kingdom over the past week and a half! Magic Kingdom Food Updates Big Top Treats Over at Big Top Treats, we noticed two new cupcakes for the Easter season! The Mickey and Minnie Easter Cupcakes can be yours for $5.49 each. Mickey and Minnie Easter Cupcakes So cute! Magic Kingdom Construction Updates Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is still coming along quite nicely! We noticed some of the blue scrim taken away from the scaffolding. Less blue scrims Meanwhile, the queue line is still looking about the same, but we can tell work is being done. The queue line The attraction is set to open by the end of 2024 — we’ll keep documenting the progress until it is open! Tomorrowland Launch Depot Over at the Tomorrowland Launch Depot, the new sign is looking fantastic! Love the new sign! A new TRON experience is coming here soon — learn more about it here! Adventureland Lastly, we noticed some touch-up painting happening on one side of the Adventureland bridge. Didn’t seem like a major change, but definitely keep an eye on the wet paint signs at Disney World so you don’t accidentally bump into it! Painting time! And that’s all the construction updates from Magic Kingdom! See the CHANGES at NEW Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Ride in Disney World! Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates Emporium We spotted a Castle Play Set (Sans 50th Decorations) for $124.99! Castle Play Set You can also grab a Dole Whip Candle for $34.99… Dole Whip Candle …a Churro Candle for $34.99… Churro Candle …and a Critters Collection Citronella Candle for $29.99. Critters Collection Citronella Candle We also found a new Mickey & Co MagicBand+ for $44.99… Mickey & Co MagicBand+ …as well as a Walt Disney World Apron for $34.99… Walt Disney World Apron …and a Tiana Apron for $34.99! Tiana Apron There’s also a new Dumbo Shirt for $39.99. Dumbo Shirt You can also grab these Purple Mickey Shorts for $44.99… Purple Mickey Shorts …and the matching Purple Mickey Shirt for $44.99! Purple Mickey Shirt We also spotted a Mickey Mouse All-Time Classic Magnet for $11.99… Mickey Mouse All Time Classic Magnet …and a Minnie Mouse Magnet for $11.99. Minnie Mouse Magnet Lastly, we found some new WDW Leggings. WDW Leggings These leggings are $29.99. Crystal Arts We found some new Crystal Flower Jewelry! The Necklaces are $225 each and the Earrings are $259. Crystal Flower Jewelry We think they’re beautiful, but it’s up to you if they’re worth the price tag. Big Top Souvenirs You can grab some of the new Three Little Pigs Plushes for $44.99! Three Little Pigs Plushes These are specially for the 100th Anniversary, so grab them while you can. Frontier Trading Post You can grab the new BB-8 Star Wars Pin for $34.99… BB-8 Star Wars Pin …or the new R2-D2 Star Wars Pin for $34.99! R2-D2 Star Wars Pin We also found a Rabbit Spring Mystery Pin Set for $24.99. Rabbit Spring Mystery Pin Set Or the Little Mermaid Magnet can be yours for $14.99! Little Mermaid Magnet We also spotted a Yoda MagicBand+ for $44.99… Yoda MagicBand+ …and a Jungle Cruise MagicBand+. Jungle Cruise MagicBand+ This one will cost you $44.99. Main Street Cinema Over at Main Street Cinema, we found a Fantasyland Dress for $128. Fantasyland Dress It’s covered in Disney icons like Dumbo and the Tea Cups! Star Traders We spotted a Toy Story Bing Bong Sweatshirt here for $49.99. Toy Story Bing Bong Sweatshirt It’s adorable and VERY purple. Bonjour Village Gifts You can grab Native Hei Hei Youth Sandals for $39.99! Native Hei Hei Youth Sandals They’re velcro sandals with an orange Hei-Hei button on the top strap. Hundred Acre Goods There are two new plushes here! The Steiff Pooh Plush is $119.99… Steiff Pooh Plush …and the Steiff Eeyore Plush is $40. Steiff Eeyore Plush We’ll be on the lookout for more characters as well. DVC Kiosk DVC members can get this DVC Member Slap Bracelet for free! DVC Member Slap Bracelet Stop by a Disney Vacation Club kiosk to see if you can grab one! NEW Disney World Ride Merch Has Landed Online! Magic Kingdom Miscellaneous Updates 50th Anniversary We know that the 50th Anniversary is ending soon (on March 31st to be exact), which means that lots of the decorations themed to it are disappearing. We noticed this past week that some of the 50th Anniversary banners have been taken down from light posts in the park. The banners are gone! We also noticed a pressed penny machine with 50th Anniversary designs with a sticker saying it’ll be taken away soon. Grab them while you can! While we’re sad to see them go, it’s been a great 18-month celebration. Will Cinderella Castle Go Back to Its Original Colors After the 50th Anniversary? And that’s everything new in Magic Kingdom! As always, be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all 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. What’s your favorite part about Magic Kingdom? Tell us in the comments below! The post What's New at Magic Kingdom: The 50th Anniversary Is Disappearing! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If there’s one thing we know well it’s Disney World food! Animal Kingdom We’ve tried it all — the good, the bad, and the ugly, and know which snacks are worth your time and which you should skip. The next time you’ve got a sweet tooth in Disney World, you’ll be prepared because we’re sharing the BEST desserts in Animal Kingdom! There are so many incredible spots to eat in Animal Kingdom — we’ve eaten at them all, and you can read about our favorites right here. Plus, we’ve even ranked all the lands in this park by how good the snacks are. But now, we’re talking directly to those with a sweet tooth — these are the BEST desserts in Animal Kingdom! 1 — Simba Sunset DOLE Whip (Tamu Tamu) Of course, it wouldn’t be a dessert list without a DOLE Whip right?! The Simba’s Sunset Dole Whip features pineapple Dole Whip topped with a red syrup flavored with strawberry, watermelon, and coconut. You’ll find it at Tamu Tamu Refreshments! Simba Sunset It’s a BIG size for a Dole Whip, and it’s delicious too. You can also get it with rum added by ordering the King’s Cooler! See Our Review of the Simba Sunset Here 2 — Fried Cream Cheese Wontons (Yak & Yeti) If you’re after something a bit more savory, you’ll want to head to Yak & Yeti. This table-service spot serves up all kinds of Asian fare, but for dessert, you won’t want to miss the Fried Cream Cheese Wontons. These are made with Cream Cheese Wontons and Fresh Pineapple — on skewers! A win! And it’s served with Vanilla Ice Cream and a Honey-Vanilla Drizzle. PLUS strawberries! Okay, we’ll stop making you hungry now. Check Out Our Full Review of the Fried Wontons Here 3 — Mini Mango Pie (Yak & Yeti Local Foods Cafe) This next dessert is a classic favorite here at DFB — the Mini Mango Pie! You’ll find it at Yak & Yeti Local Foods Cafe (and maybe your local grocery store, too!) and it is tangy and delicious. Mini Mango Pie That thick graham cracker crust could not be better. It’s got just the right amount of saltiness from the butter that’s holding the crumbs together and sweetness from the incorporated sugar. It’s just dynamite! Crust heaven! But fair warning, this item is known to disappear and reappear on the menu depending on availability — so keep that in mind on your next trip! Read a Review of the Mango Pie Here 4 — Blueberry Cream Cheese Mousse (Satu’li Canteen) Mango not your thing? No problem — the Blueberry Cream Cheese Mousse from Satu’li Canteen might do the trick instead! It’s topped with passion fruit curd and is the perfect combination of tart and sweet. Dessert or a work of art? Seriously, don’t let the alien-like nature of this snack fool you — it’s definitely worth a try especially if you’re not a fan of overly sweet desserts. See Our Review of the Mousse Here 5 — Tiger Tail (Isle of Java) The Tiger Tail is Animal Kingdom’s answer to the popular Cheshire Cat Tail over at Cheshire Café in Magic Kingdom’s Fantasyland. It takes your regular chocolate twist and adds some colorful icing to reflect the cat in tribute. In this case, added orange icing makes up the Tiger Tail! Tiger Tail Chocolate Twist Just like the Cheshire Cat Tail, the Tiger Tail is a chocolate lover’s treat, as the buttery, light, and flaky pastry twist is positively packed with chocolate bits in addition to the chocolate icing on top. Check Out Our Full Thoughts on the Tiger Tail Here 6 — Pongu Lumpia (Pongu Pongu) The next treat on our list is a bit of a controversial one for our team. The Pongu Lumpia at Pongu Pongu is a simple Pineapple Cream Cheese Spring Roll, and fans (it’s us, we’re fans) sure do love it! Where do you stand? This is actually a pretty divisive snack — some love the sweet creamy combo, others not so much. See for you on your next trip! See More Pongu Lumpia Reviews Here 7 — Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich (Dino-Bite Snacks) This unassuming little snack cart actually serves up one of our favorite Animal Kingdom snacks! At Dino-Bite Snacks, you’ll find a delightful Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich. Not only is the original version delicious, but depending on when you visit you might be able to snag a specialty or limited-time treat. Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches We’ve seen Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, and other versions like one for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary! Read More Ice Cream Sandwich Reviews Here 8 — The Lion King (Tiffins) Last but not least is the king of all desserts — The Lion King, that is. Over at Tiffins, you’ll need to snag a reservation if you want to check this treat out, but trust us — it’s worth it. The Lion King consists of Caramel Mousse, Chocolate Brownie, and Strawberry-Mango Sauce. Look at this beauty! This dessert has a LOT going on, but the fun flavors work together nicely. It’s on the rich side though, so you could easily share it with someone else OR just go in for dessert and have it to yourself! See Our Review of This Dessert Here 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 written a series of DFB Guides about them! Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney World 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. 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There’s new merchandise being released in the Disney World parks nearly every week. So many hats! We just spotted new Loungefly bags, Moana ears, and 100th Anniversary merchandise in just the past few days! We do our best to keep up with all the latest merchandise news, which is why you’ve GOT to see this strange hat we found! Over at Celebrity 5 & 10 in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we found this…interesting new Simba Hat for $24.99. Simba Hat This is a youth hat, meaning it’s meant to fit kids. It’s yellow all around and has a big Simba head on the front! It’s definitely a great hat for Animal Kingdom if your kiddos love Simba — it doubles as a plush AND a hat! ©Disney We’ve seen our fair share of strange merchandise in Disney World, and we’re sure we’ll see more, so stay tuned to DFB! This is the weird merchandise we WISH Disney would make! 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 the strangest piece of Disney merchandise you’ve ever seen? Tell us below! The post Okay, This Is the STRANGEST Thing We've Seen All Weekend in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You’ve survived the “Are we there yets” and “Don’t make me turn this thing arounds!” Time to reward yourself by driving under the Walt Disney World welcome arch! Welcome to Disney World! Now that you’ve got your car into the “Most Magical Place On Earth,” it’s time to think about the un-magical side of this Disney World vacation — PARKING. If you’re taking your car with you on your Disney World vacation, you’re going to need to know about the parking situation ahead of time. Unfortunately, it’s not as easy as just pulling into a Disney lot and calling it good. There are some spots you can park at for free (yep, there are still free things at Disney!), and other spots you’ll have to pay to park. So, let’s take a look at where you can park for FREE at Disney World. Disney Springs If you’re heading to Disney Springs, you’re in for a good time! With so many places to spend your hard-earned, hard-saved vacation dollars on delicious meals, frosty beverages, and unique collectibles, you’ll be happy to know you won’t have to spend a dime on parking here (those dimes can all be rerouted to your shopping spree). Disney Springs Unless you’re using the valet parking, which is $20 per day, then parking at the Orange, Lime, or Grapefruit parking garage is completely free! Woo Hoo! (Disney assumes you’ll be returning the favor by purchasing copious amounts of merch. ) Lime Garage! Just like the resorts and parks, the parking garages offer a limited amount of electric charging stations for all your electric car charging needs. Orange Parking Garage Now, remember that there is no access to the Disney Parks from Disney Springs. So, if you’re hoping to park at Disney Springs for free while you skip over to spend the day at one of the Disney Parks, this is not the option for you. Disney Resorts Years ago, overnight self-parking at Disney World’s hotels was FREE for hotel guests. But Disney later changed things and introduced overnight parking fees for those staying at Disney World’s hotels, which varied in cost depending on what level of hotel you’ll be staying at. Now, things have changed again! All-Star Movies Parking Overnight self-parking is FREE once again for guests staying at Disney World’s Resort Hotels. This change went into effect on the evening of January 10th. If you’re staying at a Disney resort, you can park overnight for free! Disney shared, “This is a Disney difference many of you have asked us to bring back, and we’re happy to reintroduce it to make your vacation a little easier and more affordable.” Disney Parks Yes, you read that right. You can park at the Disney Parks for FREE — but you’ll have to meet some criteria to qualify for this little perk. EPCOT Parking lot So, who can park at the Disney parks for free? Disney World Resort Hotel guests get FREE standard parking at all Disney World theme parks. Hollywood Studios parking lot entrance Another group that gets to park for free is Annual Passholders. While all Annual Pass sales, except for the Pixie Pass, are paused right now, those with a pass get free standard parking at the theme parks. Disney World Annual Pass If you’re gonna opt into Preferred Parking or use one of the electric vehicle charging stations, you will have to cover those fees; those aren’t included with the free perk of an annual pass or a resort stay. With Disney vacations continuing to be a costly undertaking, it’s nice to know there are still some free options out there (or at least some options that are included with the high prices you’re already paying to visit Disney World). Keep an eye on DFB for more news and updates on how to maximize your Disney vacation! Will YOU Have To Pay for Parking at Disney World? 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 Do you drive to Disney World or rent a car? Let us know in the comments below! The post Is Any Parking Free at Disney World? Can You Avoid Fees? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Not all Disney World rides are created equally. Expedition Everest We see this every day by keeping an eye on wait times and Genie+ data, and we love being able to bring you tips on how to make the most of your time in the parks. We pulled the latest numbers, and figured out the first Lightning Lane you should grab in each park! Magic Kingdom We saw some decently high prices for Genie+ this week throughout Disney World. Spring break crowds are here and that means folks are trying to skip some of the lines. Genie+ was $25 per ticket per day every day between March 19th and 24th. We also saw average prices for some of the Individual Lightning Lanes, including Seven Dwarfs Mine Train which was $12 each day. But, which Lightning Lane should you book first in Magic Kingdom? Lightning Lane at Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Seven Dwarfs Mine Train is the answer! On average this week, by the time 8AM rolled around, the return time for this ride was already hovering around 3PM — and the park hadn’t even opened yet. Granted, this is an Individual Lightning Lane, so it’s not included with the regular purchase of Genie+. Keep this in mind when you’re making your ride selections and deciding which Genie+ option you want to go with. EPCOT It looks like a lot of people are interested in some chaotic cooking with a rat chef because Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure was on average the first Lightning Lane to fill up in EPCOT. Folks were quick to pick Remy’s this week over other popular rides Frozen Ever After and Cosmic Rewind (an Individual Lightning Lane.) Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure By 7:50AM, the return time for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure already had was around 6:30PM most days this week. This ride was often one of the first to fill up when it was still offered as an Individual Lightning Lane attraction, so it’s not surprising that people are still excited to check this one out. Hollywood Studios Over in Hollywood Studios, the Lightning Lane you’ll probably want to snatch up first is Slinky Dog Dash — we saw it fill up the fastest on average this week. Rise of the Resistance was another contender, but this time around the Toy Story-themed ride won out (and folks didn’t have to shell out another $25 on top of it!) Slinky Dog Dash Before Hollywood Studios even opened, the return time for Slinky Dog Dash was already nearly 7PM on average most days. Keep in mind that you can make your first Lightning Lane reservation at 7AM on the day of your park visit, even if the park isn’t open yet. This is true for all people who purchase the standard Genie+ and not just hotel guests! Animal Kingdom It’s no surprise that Avatar Flight of Passage was the Lightning Lane people were most excited to grab this week. This is a pay-per-ride attraction and was priced at $16 per ride throughout the week, but folks still wanted to give it a go. Although this was the ride that filled up fastest, it still wasn’t anything too bad compared to what we’ve seen in the past. Flight of Passage Animal Kingdom opens earlier than other parks, but that means it closes earlier as well. Most days this week, by 7:45AM we saw return times around 2:30PM. Again, nothing too intense as we didn’t see the return time too far away from the booking time compared to other parks, but it’s still something to keep in mind when you’re making those Genie+ selections! No matter which park you’re visiting, we’re keeping track of the latest Genie+ data in Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Your COMPLETE Guide To Using Genie+ in Disney World All About Disney Genie, Genie+, and Individual Attraction Selection READ THIS Before Using the New Genie Planning Tool in Disney World Check Out the FULL List of Rides Included With Genie+ in Disney World See What Rides You Can Pay EXTRA for in Disney World & How Much They May Cost Learn What Rides Are Included With Genie+ in Disneyland (Plus the Ones You’ll Pay EXTRA to Ride) You CAN’T Re-Ride Disney World Attractions With Genie+ You CAN’T Cancel Pay-Per-Ride Selections in Disney World Get the Answers to All of Your Burning Questions About Disney Genie See Why You May Want to Stay in a Disney World Hotel When it Comes to Disney’s Pay-Per-Ride System Here’s What Annual Passholders and Magic Key Holders Need to Know About Genie+ See 5 Ways Genie+ Might Surprise You Learn Some Disney Genie HACKS Get a Step-by-Step Guide to Using Disney Genie+ See Genie+ Tips for the Most Crowded Days in Disney World and Disneyland Still Confused About Disney Genie? Check Out These DFB Videos Learn About How Disney Genie Can Be Your Personal Assistant in Disney World Click HERE to See More About Disney Genie Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What’s your top ride to grab a Lightning Lane for? Tell us in the comments. The post The FIRST Genie+ Lightning Lane You Should Grab in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If we’re being honest, we all know that Disney World’s lines can get VERY long. Hollywood Studios Entrance Crowds Especially when school vacations like spring break and summer hit, crowds in Disney World can get pretty intense. We’ve got lots of tips for visiting the parks with heavy crowds, but you still may be facing some long lines. So which attractions are worth the wait? We’ve got your answers right here! We took to Facebook to ask our readers what lines in Disney World are totally worth their long waits, and you certainly delivered! Rise of the Resistance Rise of the Resistance in Galaxy’s Edge is undoubtedly one of the most popular rides in Disney World right now and has been for a while. Join the Resistance This ride sees consistent wait times of 80+ minutes, and on really busy days, we’ve seen it over 200 minutes! You can purchase an Individual Attraction Selection for this ride to help significantly cut down your wait time, but there is no single-rider line. Flight of Passage Flight of Passage has also made the list, which is no surprise! Avatar Flight of Passage This is by far the most popular ride in Animal Kingdom, and likely will be for some time. This popular attraction can see wait times of 100+ minutes on most days, so you may want to purchase an Individual Attraction Selection for this ride as well. Kilimanjaro Safaris Another Animal Kingdom ride has made this list — Kilimanjaro Safaris! Kilimanjaro Safaris While this ride usually stays under an hour unless it’s a super busy day in the parks, it can usually sit around 30-45 minutes in the mornings and evenings, as that’s when the animals are most active. This is one of the easiest ways to see the animals in their natural habitats without having to walk along the park’s many walking trails. Haunted Mansion Last on this list is another Magic Kingdom attraction, the Haunted Mansion! Haunted Mansion Haunted Mansion is a truly iconic attraction to so many in the park, which is why it can commonly have hour-long wait times. But you can skip the line by getting Genie+ and requesting a return time during the day! If you’ve got younger kids though, we strongly encourage you to use your judgment to decide if they’re ready for the ride. Crowds at the TTC And those were the top 4 attractions that our readers said are totally worth the wait in Disney World! Since summer is approaching and crowds are going to steadily increase until school starts back up across the country in September, be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest crowds news and tips! Here are 50 ways to avoid the crowds in Disney World! Planning a Trip to Disney World? We’ve Got Everything You Need to Know The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Disney World Vacation A Month-by-Month Guide to Planning Your Disney World Trip Tips, Hints, Lists, and Videos for Planning the BEST Disney World Trip How Many Days Do You Really Need in Disney World? How to Have the CHEAPEST Trip to Disney World 5 Simple Planning Tips You Need to Know About Before Your Next Disney World Trip The CHEAPEST Days to Visit Disney World in 2023 EVERYTHING You Need to Know Before Booking a 2023 Disney World Trip Learn About the Disney Park Pass System The Ultimate Disney World Packing List Everything You Need to Know About Genie+ Insider SECRETS for Your First Trip to Disney World A Complete Look at the Current Disney Discounts and Deals The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe What ride will YOU always try to ride in Disney World no matter the line? Tell us in the comments! The post The Long Line That’s WORTH IT in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

A LOT is happening in Disney World, especially with its restaurants. Fort Wilderness TWO new restaurants just recently opened (Rosa Mexicano and Roundup Rodeo BBQ). We’ve been watching 50th anniversary snacks beginning to disappear (although some have returned without their 50th bling). We already know that one restaurant is set to close at a resort, but now we have a clue as to when that closing could happen! Trail’s End Restaurant at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground is set to close soon for a refurbishment. The restaurant will be getting a complete overhaul and will no longer offer table service. Instead, it will have “a marketplace concept with expanded quick service options.” Trail’s End Restaurant Currently, Trail’s End serves family-style meals for breakfast and dinner, although before Disney World’s closure, it was a buffet. However, it seems like that will no longer be the case when it reopens after its refurbishment. Breakfast at Trail’s End in 2021 Disney has not yet shared an official closing date for the restaurant, but we have been keeping an eye on the restaurant’s hours on the website. When we first checked, it seemed like the restaurant would close on April 17th. However, we recently checked the website again and the last day with hours listed is May 7th… Trail’s End Hours posted through May 7, 2023 ©Disney …meaning the restaurant could close on May 8th. Trail’s End Hours posted for May 8, 2023 ©Disney As we said, though, Disney has not yet confirmed this, so we won’t be sure until the company makes an official announcement, but right now, guests cannot make reservations past May 7th. You might want to keep that in mind if you’re visiting Disney World and had plans to eat there. If you’re looking for food at Fort Wilderness, you will still be able to get food from The Chuck Wagon and P & J’s Southern Takeout. Also, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is easily accessible by boat, so you can always check out the dining options there, too. We’ll continue to keep an eye out for that official announcement, though, so stay tuned to DFB for updates and more Disney news. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think about the new concept for Trail’s End Restaurant? Sound off in the comments! The post Why May 7th Could Be an Important Day for One Disney World Restaurant first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

THIS IS NOT A DRILL. The end of Disneyland’s Splash Mountain is near. Splash Mountain Splash Mountain has already permanently closed in Disney World to be transformed into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, a Princess and the Frog-themed attraction. And the same transformation will take place at Disneyland Park in California, with both of the rethemed rides opening in 2024. Though Disney World’s transformation has begun, Disney had not yet announced when the Disneyland version of the classic ride would close to allow for this change to take place, but now we have a MASSIVE update! The Orange County Register has reported that Splash Mountain will CLOSE in Disneyland on May 7th to make way for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. The last day of operation (and your last day to get on the ride) would be May 6th. It would then be permanently CLOSED until it reopens as Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in 2024. Splash Mountain We checked the hours on Disneyland’s website, however, and there are currently hours listed on May 7th. This is as far as the Disneyland calendar goes out right now. Screenshot from Disneyland website Once Splash Mountain closes at Disneyland, the transformation can begin. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure follows the ending of the Princess and the Frog film, picking up where the characters left off. Tiana has opened her own successful restaurant and formed bonds with the surrounding community. But Tiana wants to bring the community together more which is why she has started an employee-owned company called Tiana’s Goods. This company works to make food products and help the community become business people. Tiana also purchased a salt dome for the new company. Concept Art The ride follows Tiana as she hosts a Mardi Gras celebration for the community. But she’s missing a key ingredient and needs your help to find it! Along the way, you’ll meet new characters (including a band of musical critters), but also see some familiar faces and HEAR some familiar voices! Jenifer Lewis will return as Mama Odie, Bruno Campos will return as Naveen, Michael-Leon Woodley will return as Louis, and Anika Noni Rose will return as Tiana. New logo! Tiana will be in an all-new outfit in the attraction, with pieces that are both culturally and period-appropriate. Tiana! There will be some unique lights at night… WOW! …and plenty of other details to look for. THE BIG DROP — Attraction Model Want to grab a shirt to commemorate the end of Splash Mountain? Check out our Briar Patch Band farewell tour shirt. You can also get it as a short sleeve graphic tee, long sleeve t-shirt, crewneck sweatshirt, and a hoodie. Briar Patch Tee And you can celebrate Tiana’s upcoming arrival with our “Never Lose Sight of What’s Really Important” tee. It’s also available as a long-sleeve t-shirt, crewneck sweatshirt, and hoodie. Check out our new Tiana-inspired merch! For more news about this attraction transformation, see our posts below: Take a DEEP DIVE into all of the surprising details about this ride that you’ve never noticed See more about the storyland and characters coming to the Tiana ride Get a look at the ride model The opening dates for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Disney World and Disneyland have not been revealed, but we do know both rides will open in 2024. Stay tuned for more details! Click here for our FULL page on the transformation!  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 Tell us your thoughts on this massive ride transformation in the comments below. The post BREAKING: Possible CLOSING DATE Announced for Splash Mountain in Disneyland first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The moment is finally HERE. A Peek Inside Roundup Rodeo IS Roundup Rodeo BBQ worth all the hype it’s been receiving leading up to its BIG opening… or have the years of anticipation ended in a fizzle? Check out our video below: Should YOU Eat at Disney World’s BRAND NEW Restaurant? — Roundup Rodeo BBQ Review  By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/subscribe.png So check out the video and then let us know: Is Roundup Rodeo BBQ on your must-do list for your next trip to Disney’s Hollywood Studios? Share your thoughts in the comments! The post DFB Video: Should YOU Eat at Disney World's BRAND NEW Restaurant? -- Roundup Rodeo BBQ Review first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Skyliner is probably one of the most exciting forms of Disney transportation. Walt Disney World Skyliner It will take you high above the resort and get you from Point A to Point B with some spectacular views! Now that the Skyliner has been in use for several years, we’re seeing some additional updates that you’ll want to review before your next trip. The Skyliner’s individual gondolas each have their own unique designs. Some are wrapped with images while others are clear. Many guests might feel like they need a wrapped gondola to feel comfortable, but a clear gondola really gives you the chance to see your surroundings! People who are truly afraid of heights may want to request a gondola with a character wrap; otherwise, if you are looking forward to the views, you can request a clear gondola. Skyliner Gondola views There are Skyliner stations throughout the parks and Disney resorts. You can hop on and use the gondola system to get where you need to go or simply enjoy the ride! However, if you’re a frequent Disney park visitor, you may be familiar with how hectic Disney’s transportation options can be at the end of the day around park close. The Skyliner is no different! EPCOT in particular can be especially hairy. The Skyliner stop there is at the International Gateway and we frequently see long waits and even closures! Same with attractions, the Skyliner sometimes needs to be temporarily closed, which can cause even more crowd congestion and longer waits for other transportation options to get to where you need to be. What to Do if the Skyliner Is CLOSED in Disney World Skyliner in EPCOT The Skyliner also undergoes routine maintenance, just like Disney World’s rides and attractions. In January of 2023, the Skyliner re-opened after a week-long closure for regular maintenance to keep everything running smoothly. While it most likely won’t close again in the near future, be sure to research ahead of your trip to see if there are any planned closures coming up that may affect your vacation. The Skyliner station at Hollywood Studios As is the same on any other form of Disney World transportation, be sure to keep an eye on your belongings! It’s easy to leave things behind, especially if you are rushing to make a dining reservation or Lightning Lane. With how quickly the gondolas circulate, it can be difficult trying to locate any lost items. It also isn’t unusual to hop in and find something left behind, so just be aware of your surroundings. Inside a Skyliner gondola The Skyliner is a fun and sometimes convenient option for getting around Disney World, especially if you are staying at a resort with a Skyliner station. Just keep an eye out for the things we’ve mentioned and you’ll have a wonderful time! The Free Service You’re Not Using in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Comment below your favorite Disney World transportation! The post Be Prepared For Big Skyliner Surprises On Your Next Disney World Trip first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Sometimes Disney World snacks don’t stay the same. Oga’s Cantina We’ve started to notice that 50th Anniversary snacks are disappearing from the park and a popular character meal has also undergone some changes recently. But if you wanna see the biggest snack difference we’ve seen so far this year, come with us to Oga’s Cantina! Oga’s Cantina is located in Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It’s a highly coveted spot that mostly serves up exotic, Star Wars-themed drinks, as well as a few eats. Oga’s Cantina is a hard reservation to get! One of the food options you can grab is the Happabore Sampler. We grabbed it back in 2021 and needless to say this collection of cured and roasted meats, cheese, and pork cracklings looked…interesting. There was even SPAM and string cheese (yes, you read that right) and we were surprised that those were the best parts of the board. The meats on the 2021 version had a burnt flavor and the burrata was just WAY too salty. It was not super appetizing — it looked more just like some meat, cheese, and vegetables thrown on a plate. Oga’s Charcuterie However, we just grabbed this item again recently and it had different ingredients and a different look, but did it taste better? Happabore Sampler (2023) It’s looking a little bit more appetizing, but still not super cohesive. While it looks pretty cool with the lighting of the restaurant, it might be a little hard to see exactly what you’re eating. It definitely looks like it’s from a galaxy far far away! We didn’t have a lot of time to eat this because the Cast Members try to limit parties to 45 minutes inside the bar. Now there’s a lot on this plate, so let’s break down our thoughts on every bit: Uncooked Chorizo: tastes like chorizo with the feel of a slim Jim/jerky stick. Orange Disk: House-made gelatin guava gummy with a good sour kick — kinda crunchy but could be the sugar and very sticky when you pick it up. Pastrami with Mustard Seeds: A little smokey but tastes like sliced pastrami. Anise Torte with Honey Meringue: Sweet, easily breaks, very good! Prischottoa: Thinly sliced and chewy with good flavor. Goat Cheese Dyed Blue: Tastes sharp — it’s nothing special, just curdy cheese. Bean Mix: Tamarind hummus, pickled veggies in clamshell mushroom — nothing special about this snack. Caveman Blue Cheese: Tastes like a block of Parmesan with dolce on top — very tart, packed with flavor, and garlicky. Bagel Chips: Very good! Crunchy, not stale, and still had good flavor. Goat Cheese Rolled in Chicharrones Dust (Pork Rinds): Tastes like typical goat cheese or cream cheese. The Pork rind dust isn’t bad but doesn’t give much flavor. Overall, it was a very filling sampler and the presentation was nice. It was a pretty big portion for the price (even by Disney pricing). So it’s definitely improved since our last tasting! It’s quite filling! Disneyland also has its own version of this snack that we think looks the best of them all and is made of cured meats, artisan cheeses, rations, and crackers. It seems like Disney World is working on getting its version to look a little closer to Disneyland’s, and we think it’s a GREAT plan. We’ve said Disneyland has the better sampler since 2021, but we’re glad Disney World is making improvements. Disneyland Happabore Sampler (2021) This snack will cost you a whopping $21, but if you’re trying a lot of the drinks, it’s important to eat something with them. As always, be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! Here are the BEST snacks in Hollywood Studios for 2023! 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 design do you like the best? Tell us in the comments below! The post How It Started vs. How It's Going -- The Happabore Sampler at Oga's Cantina first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Brimful of treasured nostalgia, we know Disneyland Resort as the original magic kingdom and the only Disney theme park operated under the supervision of Walt Disney. Home to two Disney Vacation Club Resorts – The Villas at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and, soon, The Villas at Disneyland Hotel – this west coast wonder is a […]View the full article

As you’re planning your upcoming Disney World vacation, you may want to consider what could go WRONG during the trip. Maybe it’ll start to thunderstorm while you’re in Magic Kingdom (click here to find out what you’ll need to survive that scenario). Maybe your kiddo will decide to have a tantrum in the middle of the park (we’ve been there — find some tips here!). Or maybe your favorite ride will be CLOSED. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Disney will occasionally close rides and attractions in the parks for routine refurbishments, and those closures can last a few months at least. To be prepared for your upcoming vacation, check out everything that’s going to be closed in Disney World next week here! Magic Kingdom Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Splash Mountain closed on January 23rd for a long refurbishment. The ride is being re-themed to become Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, with a Princess and the Frog theme. Concept Art for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure ©Disney The new ride will reopen sometime in late 2024. We’ll be watching for more updates on the reopening timeline. If you miss Splash Mountain or want to celebrate the new ride, you should check out our DFB t-shirts! We have a Splash Mountain Farwell Tour shirt… DFB Exclusive! …and a Tiana tee as well! Check out our new Tiana-inspired merch! You can shop both tees (and lots of other Disney merch) at our online store. Click here to shop our DFB merchandise store. Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. For a while, we have been watching the refurbishment of the Tomorrowland Light & Power Co building. This building has previously been used as the Space Mountain gift shop. Recently, we saw a change to the front of the store when a new mural was added. Tomorrowland Launch Depot Disney announced that the Tomorrowland Light & Power Co will be renamed Tomorrowland Launch Depot. The store will open on April 4th along with TRON Lightcycle / Run! Here you can see photos of the new sign completed. The details The Tomorrowland Launch Depot will be home to the new interactive experience called TRON Identity Program. Guests will be able to customize a “Program” action figure that looks and sounds like you and an identity chip that will interact with other merchandise as well! This is similar to the Avatar Maker found in Pandora at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. ©Disney We’ve also spotted some TRON merchandise inside this store, although another shop will be opening in Tomorrowland with even more merchandise for the new ride. The new store will be located across from Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor. Check out a bunch of TRON Lightcycle / Run merchandise here. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster The popular Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster ride closed on February 21st for a long refurbishment. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster is closed So far Disney hasn’t announced specifically when it will reopen, but we know it’ll be sometime in the summer of 2023. Voyage of the Little Mermaid This Little Mermaid-themed stage show has been closed in Disney’s Hollywood Studios for a long time now. Voyage of the Little Mermaid Disney hasn’t announced when or if the Voyage of the Little Mermaid will reopen. There’s a NEW park map at Hollywood Studios — See the changes here! EPCOT Cool Wash Cool Wash temporarily had a new sign that re-named the spot “Refreshment Station,” but that sign was later removed. However, it looks like the sign is back now! The snack kiosk is still closed and blocked off by several plants. Disney hasn’t announced when Cool Wash (sorry, Refreshment Station) will reopen, but we’ll watch for any changes. Refreshment Station Don’t forget that the Flower & Garden Festival is going on in EPCOT right now as well! Click here to check out our NEW tees that are perfect for a trip to the festival. Get ready for Flower and Garden fest with these new shirts! You can choose from a variety of colors for our Flower & Garden tees. Shop the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival tees here. Disney World Hotels Narcoossee’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Narcoossee’s is an upscale seafood restaurant at the Grand Floridian, and it’s been closed for several months now. ©Disney | Check out this Ocean-Inspired Charcuterie Board! This restaurant will reopen THIS WEEK, on April 1st, 2023, with an “enhanced dining experience.” You can check out the full menu (with prices) here, and reservations are open now. Full Menu and Prices Revealed for Narcoossee’s Restaurant Pools at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort A few pools and a pool bar are currently closed at Saratoga Springs. The High Rock Spring Pool, On the Rocks Pool Bar, and the leisure pool at Treehouse Villas are all going to be closed through late March 2023, so they could reopen sometime this coming week! Saratoga Springs Pool Closure Disney notes on the website that the Grandstand Pool, Paddock Pool, and Congress Park Pool all remain open for guests to use during the closures. These Disney hotel rooms are at the TOP of our bucket list. Disney World Water Parks Blizzard Beach Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park has officially reopened, but now the other water park, Blizzard Beach, has closed for refurbishment. Chairlift to Summit Plummet Be sure to check the My Disney Experience app for updates! The BEST Rides at Blizzard Beach, Ranked Looking for more resources to help you get ready for your upcoming trip? Check out these posts to learn all about Disney World’s rides: 10 Rides to AVOID in Disney World if You Struggle with Motion Sickness What It Takes to CHANGE a Disney World Ride 9 of the SCARIEST Rides in Disney World, According to YOU! A FULL LIST of the Thrill Rides in Disney World! The Ultimate Guide to the BEST and WORST Seats On EVERY Magic Kingdom Ride We’ll keep you updated with all the latest news, so stay tuned to DFB. Find out why the NEW Roundup Rodeo BBQ is both the BEST and WORST restaurant in Disney World. 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 Are you visiting Disney World this week? Let us know in the comments! The post Don't Let This Ride CLOSURE Ruin Your Disney World Trip first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s been a couple years since Encanto took the world by storm, but it’s still SUPER popular. ”Encanto’ topiary at EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival There are talks of bringing an Encanto attraction to Disney Parks. We’ve seen a LOT of Encanto-inspired food (and we’re not mad about it!). There are Encanto topiaries at this year’s EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival. We also recently got the news that Mirabel would be meeting guests in Disney World soon in her very own Encanto-themed location. Now, we’ve found what could be a MUST-HAVE for fans of the movie! We were in Disney’s Hollywood Studios today and spotted a brand new Encanto Loungefly — and it’s dedicated to the most shunned member of the Madrigal family, Bruno. Poor Bruno! It’s a Bruno Loungefly Fanny Pack and it even says “We don’t talk about Bruno” on it (and we bet you’re singing that now, right? #sorrynotsorry). We DO talk about this bag Check out this detail, though. It’s got rats along its back, just like in the song. We love when Loungefly bags have that kind of cute attention to detail. “When he calls your name, it all fades to black…” Rats along his back… We found this adorable bag at Once Upon A Time in Hollywood Studios for $65. If you’re more of a fanny pack person than a backpack person, this could be the perfect thing to carry your park essentials in (especially if you love Encanto and Bruno!). If you want to do some shopping — and maybe stock up on some things to wear for your next Disney World visit, have you checked out our DFB exclusive graphic tees and merch? DFB Ready to Ride shirts 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! Here’s The NEW Way Encanto Is Coming to Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of this bag? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney World's New Loungefly Is Infested With Rats -- But You’ll Want It Anyway first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s about time for another holiday in Disney World — that’s right Easter is coming up! We LOVE Donald We’re getting ready to buy cute Easter merchandise, hunt down Easter eggs in EPCOT, as well as eat our way around all the Easter snacks coming to Disney World. Speaking of which, we found what might be the BEST looking Easter snack we’ve ever seen. So this is the Donald Duck Chocolate Easter Egg — and even if you didn’t know its name, you can tell EXACTLY who it’s designed to look like. It’s got Donald’s classic outfit plus his little hat! HIS LITTLE HAT, y’all. DONALD This egg is also HUMONGOUS. But we had to eat it because it’s also CHOCOLATE. The egg itself is white chocolate, but the details are done in blue and yellow fondant with a red chocolate bow. The Happy Easter sign is also white chocolate. Those details, though Here’s the thing: this egg is AMAZING to look at because it’s iconic Donald Duck. It’s also sturdier than a lot of chocolate items — it didn’t melt in the sun on us and the mold stays firm. The taste is pure white chocolate (and we know not everyone loves that, so be warned). The fondant, though, tastes like we imagine Play-Doh would taste — it’s safe to say we were not fans of that part. BUT…it didn’t taste great There isn’t a LOT of flavor with this thing, though, but it is a MUST if you want an Easter treat to post on Instagram. It’s just not GREAT for eating. And for $25.99, it may not be worth it. But still, it made us smile every time we looked at it, so maybe it was worth it after all. You can grab it at Beach Club Marketplace at Disney’s Beach Club Resort. 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! Check Out ALL The Easter Snacks We’ve Reviewed In Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of this Donald egg? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney World Turned Donald Duck Into an EGG -- And We Have Thoughts first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Put your game face on — it’s spring break season in Disney World! Be ready for crowds! If you’re heading to Disney World soon, beware! The spring break crowds have arrived and they are not easy to handle. We’ve seen Genie+ hit its highest price recently and the price for the skip-the-line service is based on demand. So what are the wait times like in Disney World right now? Today, we’re taking you through the average wait times in Disney World from the past week so that you can determine a game plan when you visit the parks. This can help you decide if Genie+ is a must for your group, or if you want to save money and use other strategies like rope dropping! Tower of Terror If you do want to buy Genie+, be sure to budget for the skip-the-line service. The price has fluctuated between $15 and $29, however on busier weeks and weekends you should expect the higher price tag. Also, remember that the price is per person, so take that into consideration when budgeting and making decisions about your park day. ©Disney We noticed that 10 rides had an average wait time over 60 minutes this week — these are the rides to watch our for and plan ahead for! Without further ado, let’s see what the wait times were like this week in Disney World! Magic Kingdom Starting in Magic Kingdom, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train had the longest average wait time with 88 minutes. Last week the average wait time was 96 minutes, so the time has decreased just a bit. Wait time Next, Peter Pan’s Flight averaged 69 minutes, Space Mountain averaged 59 minutes, and Jungle Cruise averaged 55 minutes. After that, average wait times had Haunted Mansion at 43 minutes, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at 40 minutes, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at 41 minutes, Astro Orbiter at 36 minutes, Pirates of the Caribbean at 34 minutes, and The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh at 33 minutes. Winnie the Pooh After that, Enchanted Tales with Belle averaged 28 minutes, “it’s a small world” averaged 26 minutes, The Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini, Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid and Magic Carpets of Aladdin, averaged 24 minutes, Dumbo the Flying Elephant averaged 23 minutes, and Tomorrowland Speedway averaged 22 minutes. Hippo Next, Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover and Mickey’s PhilharMagic averaged 16 minutes, Mad Tea Party averaged 15 minutes, and Prince Charming Regal Carrousel averaged 14 minutes. The Enchanted Tiki Room, Carousel of Progress, the Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse, and the Liberty Square Riverboat all averaged 5 minutes. Country Bear Jamboree The Hall of Presidents, Country Bear Jamboree, and Tom Sawyer Island averaged no wait. 7 Reasons People Leave Magic Kingdom Disappointed EPCOT Heading over to EPCOT, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure is back in the top spot and has the longest average wait time in the park with 79 minutes — this is a pretty big decrease compared to last week’s average of 98 minutes. Frozen Ever After’s wait time also dropped this week because it had an avergae of 67 minutes this week. Ratatouille Next up is Test Track at 57 minutes, Soarin’ at 35 minutes, Mission: SPACE at 18 minutes, Turtle Talk with Crush at 15 minutes, and Spaceship Earth at 14 minutes. Soarin Then, there is Journey into Imagination at 11 minutes, Gran Fiesta Tour and Living with the Land at 10 minutes, and The Seas with Nemo and Friends at 9 minutes. Gran Fiesta Tour Awesome Planet, Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival, Impressions de France, and Reflections of China had no wait times this week. It Just Got EASIER To Walk Through EPCOT Hollywood Studios Now it’s time to talk about Hollywood Studios where Rise of the Resistance took the top spot for the highest wait time in the park with 106 minutes. Just last week, the average wait time was 114 minutes, so the wait time has actually decreased! Slinky Dog Dash is the second-highest average wait time with 101 minutes this week (compared to last week’s 113-minute average). Slinky Dog Dash Other wait times in the park include Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at 65 minutes, Tower of Terror at 63 minutes, Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway at 59 minutes, and Toy Story Mania at 57 minutes. Millennium Falcon After that, Alien Swirling Saucers averaged 39 minutes, Star Tours – The Adventures Continue averaged 27 minutes, Walt Disney Presents averaged 16 minutes, Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy averaged 9 minutes, and Muppet*Vision 3D averaged 10 minutes. A NEW PARK MAP Has Landed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios — See the Changes Here! Animal Kingdom And last but not least, let’s talk about Animal Kingdom! Avatar Flight of Passage still had the longest average wait time this park this week with 91 minutes. This means the time also went down significantly from last week’s 129-minute average. Pandora Following that, Na’vi River Journey at 68 minutes, Kilimanjaro Safaris at 37 minutes, Expedition Everest at 29 minutes, DINOSAUR at 21 minutes, and Kali River Rapids at 19 minutes. Safari It’s Tough to Be a Bug averaged 10 minutes and Triceratop Spin averaged 8 minutes. Both The Boneyard and Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail averaged no wait time. The Cool Feature You Never Knew About at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Genie+ could come in handy especially during spring break season in Disney World. The crowds are no joke! However, this is another expense that can add up really fast depending on how many people are in your group. We also recommend rope dropping (arriving at the park before it opens to get ahead of the crowds) or staying until the park closes to get the shortest waits without Genie+. Reminder — Genie+ has sold out recently and it could sell out on your trip, too! Crowds Stay tuned to DFB for more updates from Disney World! The 35 Best Tips for Anyone Going to Disney World in 2023 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 If you could only pick one, what would you say is your favorite ride in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post BEWARE of These 10 Rides in Disney World Right Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re a big fast food eater, this is news you’ll want to hear. ©Wendy’s There are lots of great fast-food spots inside the Disney World parks, but there’s plenty more in our everyday lives. And we keep an eye on that news too, because hey, we eat fast food! If you’re like us, you NEED to know about this Wendy’s and McDonald’s fast food battle. According to CNN Business, Wendy’s will soon begin selling a snack wrap — that’s right, the same type of snack wraps McDonald’s used to sell! ©Wendy’s This new offering is a “heartier version of the spicy chicken “Go Wrap” that Wendy’s discontinued in 2020.” Wendy’s is also describing it as more of a meal than a snack. ©Wendy’s McDonald’s discontinued their Snack Wrap in 2016 and it was completely phased out by 2020. McDonald’s has stated there are no plans to bring it back despite consumers asking for it daily. So now that Wendy’s is bringing back its own version, if it lives up to being as good as McDonald’s old version, it could give Wendy’s an advantage. Chicken McNuggets In other fast food news, we’ve got a tip for getting McDonald’s for cheaper, Jack in the Box is coming to Orlando, and McDonald’s has recently teamed up with another iconic fast food spot. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! Have you heard about Starbucks’ nationwide delivery? Check it all out 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. Do you think this wrap will live up to other versions? Tell us in the comments below! The post Watch Out McDonald's -- Wendy's Just Started a Fast Food Snack BATTLE 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. One of our favorite things to do is shop — especially for Disney merchandise! Let’s go shopping! From new Disney Dooney and Burke collections to all the cute orange bird merch we’ve seen lately with EPCOT’s Flower and Garden Festival, there is so much to choose from in the parks. But what if you’re in between Disney trips and are needing a little Disney merch fix? Don’t worry, we got you! We’re sharing some Disney Amazon Deals we’ve found that you can order right now! So let’s get started. Did you know International Waffle Day is today, March 25th? If you’re craving a Mickey Waffle, this is the item for you! This Golden Malted Waffle Mix is the same one they use to make those delicious little guys! ©Amazon This is a 33 oz container which means you could have plenty of Mickey Waffles at home until your next trip! Click Here to Check Out The Golden Malted Waffle Flour! Up next, celebrate the upcoming movie, The Little Mermaid, with this Disney The Little Mermaid Ariel Doll. ©Amazon This doll is modeled after Halle Bailey, who will be portraying Ariel in the new live-action film. The doll’s glitter tail and signature red hair is a perfect gift for anyone counting down to see the movie! Click Here to Order the Little Mermaid! We are still celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Disney Company and this book is the perfect keepsake from it. The Story of Disney: 100 Years of Wonder is a hardcover book that is the “official companion to the touring exhibition by Walt Disney Archives and SC Exhibitions“. ©Amazon This detailed coffee table book would make a great gift to Disney fans. What a great way to remember the first 100 years of the company! Click Here to Check Out the Disney 100 Years of Wonder book The belt bag/fanny pack trend is still in full effect and if you were looking for the perfect Disney one, we found it! This Disney Mickey Mouse Fanny Pack is available on Amazon. ©Amazon This bag is 14×5″ and has an adjustable strap. If you’re looking for a smaller park bag to hold your things in, check this one out! Click Here to Order the Mickey Fanny Pack Obsessed with Loungefly or Frozen? This item might be for you! This Loungefly Frozen Castle Wallet is currently 40% off. ©Amazon It features Elsa’s ice castle and of course our favorite snowman, Olaf! It is 4×6″ so it will fit great in your park bag! Click Here to Check Out Frozen Castle Loungefly Wallet! Next, as the 50th Anniversary is coming to an end, you might want to grab this one soon! This Funko POP! 50th Anniversary Minnie Mouse on Carrousel is available on Amazon. ©Amazon It features princess Minnie Mouse riding the carrousel — how cute is she? Click Here to Order 50th Anniversary Minnie Funko POP! Finally, our last item is a ‘90s throwback and a fan-favorite movie-themed game! The Goofy Movie Game is available on Amazon and is currently 42% off. @Amazon Play with Goofy and the gang to win the best seats at the Powerline concert! Click Here to Learn More About The Goofy Movie Game! That’s all folks — our favorite Disney Deals right now on Amazon! For more Disney deals, subscribe to Disney Food Blog! Check Out More Disney Park Deals! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Let us know which of these you would like to add to your cart? Let us know below! The post The 7 Disney Deals on Amazon You Do NOT Want to Miss first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney Springs is almost like a fifth park in Disney World, and the best part is that it’s 100% free to visit. Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew But that doesn’t mean you WON’T spend money there. Where else will you find the biggest Disney store on the planet or indulge in some of the best wining and dining in the world? Where else will you find unique souvenirs that can ONLY be found in Disney Springs? We’ll tell you another reason Disney Springs is awesome: Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew. And now there’s something NEW there! Everglazed just unveiled a brand new donut making its way to the permanent menu. It’s called the Coconut Delight, and yes, it sounds like one of our favorite Girl Scout cookies — Samoas. It’s Everglazed’s traditional glazed donut iced with caramel and then dipped in coconut shavings and drizzled with chocolate syrup. ©Everglazed YUM. You’ll be able to find the new donut RIGHT NOW if you visit Everglazed in Disney Springs. While you’re there, we can also recommend the Cinnamon Toast Crunch Donut and the Fruity Pebbles Donut. Yes, we have a thing for cereal-flavored donuts. Cinnamon Toast Crunch Donut If you’re feeling REALLY adventurous, you can try our DFB hack: order the Grilled Cheeeeeese on a donut with bacon (you’ll pay $1 extra for the bacon). Trust us, it’s SO good. You’ll thank us later. Grilled Cheeeeeese Bacon Donut Sandwich Hack Everglazed also has some delicious cold brew to check out, too, so if you love coffee, check out the Cold Brew on Tap — you can order it with your choice of creamer, sweetener, or syrup. Add a flavored cold foam on top for an additional 75 cents. Flavors include Salted Caramel, Cinnamon Bun, Sweet Cream, or Seasonal flavors. Coffeeeeeee We’ll let you know if we spot any other new food in Disney World (and yes, we’ll be trying it out and giving you an honest review), so stay tuned to DFB for more! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite Everglazed donut? Let us know in the comments! The post Hold Up. Disney World Just Dropped a NEW Girl Scout Cookie-Inspired Donut 😱 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. Did you know that March 25th is National Waffle Day? Talk about a holiday WE can get behind. Waffles FOR DAYS Waffles are an ICONIC part of breakfast, and there is NOTHING like a warm Mickey waffle. Yes, although they ALWAYS taste better when you’re visiting Disney World, they’re still pretty amazing when you make them at home, too! So if you’re looking for a Disney waffle maker to make those delicious waffles, we’ve got you covered. Yes, this is a list of EVERY Disney waffle maker you can buy on Amazon. First, though, before you decide on a waffle maker, you need to get THIS waffle mix — it’s the same mix they use at Disney. ©Amazon This is a pretty good-sized bag, too, so you’ll be able to make LOTS of waffles. You’ll just need to add your own egg, water, and butter. Get the waffle mix! Okay, on to the waffle makers! Some of us HAVE this one — it’s a red 6-inch Mickey Waffle Maker and it makes one 6″ Mickey Waffle. ©Amazon So if you just want to make one waffle for breakfast — or a snack (trust us, waffles are great snacks), this would be a great option! These waffles look a lot like the ones at Disney World, too! Get this waffle maker The Mickey Mini Waffle Maker makes a different kind of waffle — it sort of reminds us of Spaceship Earth, but with Mickey Ears. ©Amazon This one also makes just one small waffle. Get the Mini Waffle Maker Need to feed MORE people. The Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Double Flip Waffle Maker makes up to six waffles, and they’re both Mickey and Minnie Waffles! ©Amazon This is one of those waffle makers that flips so that the waffles bake evenly. Get the Mickey and Minnie Waffle Maker This VERY fancy maker is the Mickey Mouse 90th Anniversary Double Flip Waffle Maker. This one makes three waffles. ©Amazon This waffle maker is also one that flips for even cooking. Get the Mickey Mouse 90th Anniversary Waffle Maker Looking for waffles that are a little more…heroic? You can get a Marvel Waffle Maker that makes FOUR waffles with the symbols of Iron Man, Thor, Captain America, and Hulk. ©Amazon This waffle maker has a browning control so you can tell just how brown you want your waffles. Get the Marvel Waffle Maker Or you could just get a Captain America Waffle Maker and have waffles that look like Cap’s shield. ©Amazon This maker only makes one waffle. Get the Captain America Waffle Maker This one is for you Anna and Elsa fans. You can get a Frozen Mini Waffle Maker. It makes waffles that look like snowflakes. How appropriate! ©Amazon This one only makes one small waffle at a time. Buy the Frozen Mini Waffle Maker Okay, let’s get some waffles for you Star Wars fans. If your favorite droid is BB-8, you’ll need the BB-8 Waffle Maker that makes waffles that look just like that cute little droid. ©Amazon You can create two different-sized waffles with this maker: either a 5″ waffle or a larger 7″ waffle. Buy the BB-8 Waffle Maker Or maybe you want to make a waffle that looks like the fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy. It’s time to get the Millennium Falcon Waffle Maker. ©Amazon This one makes a highly-detailed waffle, too. Get the Millennium Falcon Waffle Maker Want to go even FARTHER into a galaxy far, far away. Check out this more epic Millennium Falcon DELUXE Waffle Maker. Okay, it actually LOOKS like the ship. ©Amazon This one has all the details of the Falcon down to a waffle-making art. Buy the Millenium Falcon Deluxe Waffle Maker The Merc with a Mouth even has his own waffle maker. That’s right, you can make waffles with a Deadpool Waffle Maker. ©Amazon These waffles look just like Deadpool’s iconic symbol. Buy the Deadpool Waffle Maker Okay, these waffles are TOO cute. These are made with the Mini Death Star Waffle Maker. Yes, you can EAT the Death Star. ©Amazon This maker creates one 4″ waffle. Get the Mini Death Star Waffle Maker The Star Wars 4-Waffle Maker creates four different waffles imprinted with Star Wars symbols. ©Amazon This one is also a must for Star Wars fans. Buy the Star Wars 4-Waffle Maker Okay, our Spidey senses are tingling because there’s a Spider-Man Mini Waffle Maker. ©Amazon This one makes little waffles with Spidey’s face on them. Get the Spider-Man Mini Waffle Maker Maybe your favorite Avenger is Iron Man, well, there’s an Iron Man Waffle Maker just for you. It makes waffles with Iron Man’s helmet on them. ©Amazon This one can also make two different-sized waffles, depending on how hungry you are (hint: bigger is ALWAYS better). Buy the Iron Man Waffle Maker If you need your waffles to say “I am Groot,” here you go: a Groot Waffle Maker. Okay, they won’t say anything, but they will have Groot’s face on them. ©Amazon This is another of the waffle makers that can make two sizes of waffles. Get the Groot Waffle Maker Cue the Imperial theme song, because when you make waffles in the Stormtrooper Waffle Maker, the stormtroopers will arrive in your kitchen (on waffles). ©Amazon Again, you can choose between two waffle sizes with this maker Buy the Stormtrooper Waffle Maker This is the way — to make waffles. The Mandalorian The Child Waffle Maker lets you make waffles shaped like Grogu. ©Amazon You’ll get waffles imprinted with Grogu in his pram. Get The Child Waffle Maker But wait, because there’s ANOTHER The Child 4″ Mini Waffle Maker. Can you ever have TOO much of Grogu (we think not). ©Amazon This waffle maker lets you make one 4″ waffle. Buy The Child Mini Waffle Maker So breakfast just got a lot more interesting! Happy waffle-making. The Best Mickey Waffle You’ll Ever Have in Your Life Is NOT in Disney World — Find Out More! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you have any Disney waffle makers? Let us know in the comments! The post Every Disney Waffle Maker You Can Buy on Amazon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is constantly a work in progress, just like Walt Disney himself intended. Beach Club Resort At Disney World, EPCOT is undergoing a massive transformation, a new ride just opened in Magic Kingdom, a new restaurant just opened in Hollywood Studios, and construction continues on new DVC villas at the Polynesian Village Resort, a restaurant in Disney Springs, and a restaurant on Disney’s BoardWalk. Now, though, ongoing construction at another resort has actually been extended. The rooms at Disney’s Beach Club Resort have been getting a refurbishment, which started back in January. The original timeline for the project had the construction done by April 2023, but that date has since changed. Old room at Beach Club According to the Beach Club Resort page on the Disney World website, the refurbishment of rooms will be ongoing through late this fall. Disney notes that guests may see and hear construction during the day, but that noise levels should return to normal between dusk and 9AM. However, all resort amenities will remain available to guests during the construction period. ©Disney Disney has not yet revealed what kind of changes are in store for the rooms, but we’ve seen other hotels at the resort get rooms themed to specific Disney movies, like The Incredibles rooms at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, the Mary Poppins Returns rooms at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and the Moana rooms at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort will also soon be getting rooms inspired by The Little Mermaid. Moana-inspired rooms at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort We’ll let you know if we get any other updates about the new rooms at Beach Club and what they might look like, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Full Room Tour: Go Inside the New Incredibles Rooms at Disney’s Contemporary 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. What kind of theme do you think the Beach Club rooms will get? Let us know in the comments! The post HUGE Update on Room Changes Coming to Disney's Beach Club Resort first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article