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Happy Valentine’s Day, DFB readers! Valentine’s Day We’ve been on a mission to try all the Valentine’s Day treats Disney World releases this month (and more are coming today!) and bring you our reviews of them all. Now that the holiday is upon us, let’s check out what the crowds are like in Magic Kingdom! Walking into Magic Kingdom this morning, it didn’t seem too crowded. Main Street had a decent amount of guests but there was still plenty of room to move about. At this point, it was the best of both worlds: sunny and spacious! Crowds walking up Main Street However, once we made it over to Cinderella Castle we spotted some heavier crowds. Everyone was gathering to watch Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire, and it seemed like a lot of guests were interested in this show today because the viewing area was pretty much full. The castle was hopping! Throughout the day, crowd levels seemed to stay pretty high. While there were a lot of areas where the crowds didn’t seem as thick, the wait times are definitely showing how full the park is. Around the middle of the day, plenty of rides had wait times close to if not over an hour. For mid-February (usually thought to be a slow time in Disney World), that’s pretty crowded. At 2PM EST, 5 rides had wait times over an hour, including Haunted Mansion with a 90-minute standby wait! Here you can see the queue for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at noon, which extends far beyond the ride’s entrance. Big Thunder Mountain line Just as we saw earlier, shows were no exception. Here is a look at crowds gathering for the parade. Pro Tip: If you’re not set on watching the parade, use times like these to hop on rides that usually have long lines! Parade crowds If you’re in the parks today, be sure to be aware of these crowds and longer wait times for both rides and shows. You may want to consider purchasing Genie+ in order to skip the lines on some popular attractions. And if you’re planning to visit soon, it’ll likely be a good idea to get to the parks early (before they open) and head straight for your favorite rides to avoid long lines later in the day. Be sure to stay tuned to DFB to read our reviews of the snacks we try today to see if you want to grab them for yourself, and all the other Valentine’s Day Disney news! Check out our review of one of our favorite Valentine’s Day snacks here! 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! Would you go to Disney World on Valentine’s Day? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: You'll Be SHOCKED by Today's Crowds in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’ve been a fan of Disney Food Blog for a while, then you know we’re all about the EATS. Zuri’s Sweets Shop We’ve been to every restaurant in Disney World, tried hundreds of snacks, and we’re constantly on the lookout for the latest food news from the parks. But one thing that we’re consistently passionate about? Disney cupcakes! And recently, we tried out a limited-time one in Animal Kingdom. For Valentine’s Day, you can get this Valentine’s Chocolate Cupcake from Zuri’s Sweets Shop in Animal Kingdom. It’s a chocolate cupcake base with pink and white buttercream frosting. It’s in the bakery case! This little cutie is topped with red, pink and white sprinkles and chocolate Mickey ears to make it all the more festive, and it’s available for $5.49. But is it worth the cost? It’s so cute! Well, we thought the cake was perfectly moist and that the frosting was thick and creamy — just the way we like it! The sprinkles were a fun addition, but they didn’t do much in terms of flavor. It’s piled HIGH with frosting, which may be a positive or a negative depending on how you feel about the frosting-to-cupcake ratio. Would you try this? It’s a very sweet cupcake, so if you’re not into sugary desserts, you might want to pass on this one. But for those craving a sweet treat for the holiday of love, it’s a fun little way to celebrate! In reality, it’s topped with some cute decorations, but it’s simply just a chocolate cupcake with buttercream. Nothing really original or outside-the-box here. Valentine’s Chocolate Cupcake It’s only available for a little while, so you’ll want to hurry if this is on your must-try list! We’ll be on the lookout for more limited-time snacks in the parks as well, so stay tuned to DFB. 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! 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! Click Here to See Our Ranking of the Best Restaurants at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! 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 cupcake? Tell us in the comments! The post Don’t Let the Fancy Decorations on This Disney World Cupcake FOOL You first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Valentine’s Day is naturally a time we think of love and romance, but at Walt Disney World, love has a magical presence every day as couples come here to celebrate their special moments and create cherished memories. Amid this dreamy backdrop, some of our cast members have even found true love. When Heather Holmes began […]View the full article

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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. With the Disney100 Celebration well underway, new merchandise has been released in the parks and online. It’s honestly getting a little difficult to choose our favorite items with all the new collections. 100 Years of Wonder — Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland A recent merchandise collection celebrates Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, the first cartoon mascot created by Walt Disney! While the entire collection is adorable, today we’re focusing on one iconic piece of it: EARS! An Oswald ears headband has been released in Disney World and online, and it seriously couldn’t be any cuter! The Oswald the Lucky Rabbit Ear Headband is $34.99 in the parks and online. The cutest ears! We found these ears at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom at Disney World, but we also saw them on shopDisney if you won’t be in the parks any time soon! We’ve seen Oswald ear hats and headbands in the past, but it’s pretty rare that Disney comes out with new ones (they almost always focus on Minnie ears!). Click here to buy the Oswald Ears online. The ears have pretty sturdy wires inside, so they’ll stand up straight on the headband, or you can bend them down if you’d prefer. We love these! Make sure to follow along for more Disney merchandise news and updates so that you never miss out! You can also click the link below to see more Disney100 merchandise that we’ve been loving. Click here to see the Disney100 Eras Collection Learn More About Disney 100 Years of Wonder – The 100th Anniversary Celebration! When Disney’s 100 Year Anniversary Celebration Actually Starts Is the 100th Anniversary Coming to Disney World? A NEW 100th Anniversary Disney Credit Card Design Is Coming! PHOTOS: Sparkly NEW 100th Anniversary Minnie Ears Are Now Available in Disney World ALL of the Disney 100th Anniversary Merchandise You Can Get Online Right NOW! Check Out the NEW 100th Anniversary Starbucks Tumbler Inside Look at NEW 100th Anniversary Disneyland Fireworks Show Sleeping Beauty Castle Will Get a NEW Look For Disney’s 100th Anniversary Get ALL of the Latest Updates on the 100th Anniversary Celebration Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Do you love these Oswald ears? Let us know in the comments! The post You’ve Never Seen an Ear Headband Like THIS in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. When talking about Disney history, you can’t skip over Walt’s very first character creation. The collection is finally here! Oswald the Lucky Rabbit has had his fair share of recognition over the years, and the latest is an entire collection of merch! Part of a continuing series of Disney100 merchandise lines (to celebrate the Walt Disney Company’s 100th anniversary), the Oswald The Lucky Rabbit Collection features a variety of items including apparel, toys, collectibles, and plenty more. We recently spotted these items in the parks so if you’re on a trip right now or headed there soon keep your eyes peeled! We found the entire collection at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom. You can click here to view the entire Oswald the Lucky Rabbit collection. There are plenty more 100th Anniversary collections to come so stay tuned to our site for the latest. Click here to view all of the 100th Anniversary merch you can buy online right now! Learn More About Disney 100 Years of Wonder – The 100th Anniversary Celebration! When Disney’s 100 Year Anniversary Celebration Actually Starts Is the 100th Anniversary Coming to Disney World? A NEW 100th Anniversary Disney Credit Card Design Is Coming! PHOTOS: Sparkly NEW 100th Anniversary Minnie Ears Are Now Available in Disney World ALL of the Disney 100th Anniversary Merchandise You Can Get Online Right NOW! Check Out the NEW 100th Anniversary Starbucks Tumbler Inside Look at NEW 100th Anniversary Disneyland Fireworks Show Sleeping Beauty Castle Will Get a NEW Look For Disney’s 100th Anniversary Get ALL of the Latest Updates on the 100th Anniversary Celebration Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe What’s your favorite item in the collection? Comment down below! The post Apologize to Your Wallet NOW — You Can’t Resist Disney’s New 100th Anniversary Merch first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Who’s ready to do some traveling? Raise those hands! Terminal C at the Orlando International Airport We know we are! Here at DFB we’re pretty much always in the mood for a vacation (especially if it’s a Disney vacation!) and right now, there are some sweet deals on flights if you book through one specific airline. That’s right, Spirit Airlines is having a big Valentine’s Day sale! If you book a flight from now through 11:59PM ET on February 15th, you can save on select Spirit Airlines flights. Fares start at $34 one-way for those in the Saver$ Club and $44 one-way for regular passengers. ©Spirit Airlines The fares are limited in availability and additional baggage charges may apply. They’re good for travel on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from February 21st-May 3rd, 2023, with blackout dates on April 11th and 12th. So it looks like you’ll need to be making some specific travels to qualify. Inside a Spirit Airlines flight There’s a big chart with all the applicable destinations on the Spirit Airlines website, and the list includes locations like Las Vegas, Orlando, New York, Atlanta, Houston, Fort Lauderdale, and more. Keep in mind that since these are one-way flights, you’ll want to make sure that the deal is available for both your departure and your return flights. ©Spirit Airlines We’ll keep you updated with any more airline deals in the coming weeks and months, so stay tuned to DFB! We’re constantly looking for ways to help you save on your travel, and we share plenty of tips for how to make your vacations as smooth as possible! Click Here to See Our Team’s Best Air Travel Tips! Travel Updates, Tips, and Tricks Complete Guide to Booking the CHEAPEST Flight to Disney World What to Do if Your Flight to Disney World Is Canceled Our Best Tips For Flying Through the Orlando International Airport Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get to Disney World From the Orlando Airport The Ultimate Disney World Packing List for 2022 You’re SLEEPING on These Packing Hacks Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life 8 Catastrophic Travel Mistakes and How to Solve Them The BEST and WORST Airlines in the US, Ranked by Customer Complaints The MOST and LEAST Reliable Airlines in the U.S. This Small Change Will Save You From Lost Luggage The Best Disney Luggage for 2023 21 Things a Former Flight Attendant Needs You To Know 7 Highest-Rated Travel Items on Amazon Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Do you ever fly with Spirit Airlines? Tell us in the comments! The post HURRY! You Can Get a Flight to Disney World for a Limited Time! 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. We never need an excuse to hunt down all the best Disney merchandise on Amazon! The most magical! Whether you’re planning a trip and need to restock your Disney packing inventory, or if you need an excuse to start planning your next Disney trip, we’ve got you covered with this week’s Amazon Disney deals. The first Amazon deal we found was this six-pack of Minnie Ear scrunchies! ©Amazon This scrunchie pack is $15.12! Click here to buy the Minnie Ear scrunchies! We also found this American Tourister Mickey Mouse luggage tag! ©Amazon The luggage tag is $6.66. Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse luggage tag We love this Disney100 throw blanket! ©Amazon It’s only $32.90! Click here to buy the Disney100 Throw Blanket We found this Freshly Picked Mickey Mania Fanny pack! ©Amazon You can grab the fanny pack for $79. Click here to buy the Mickey Mania fanny pack This Mickey Mouse distressed T-shirt is adorable! ©Amazon The T-shirt is $12.72 and is perfect for an oversized or fitted look in the parks. Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse T-shirt You can never go wrong with more socks! ©Amazon This 5-pack of Disney ankle socks is only $10.99! Click here to buy the ankle socks This Mickey Mouse baseball cap is perfect for a park day! ©Amazon The cap is $21.19. Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse baseball hat If you love these Disney Amazon deals, make sure to stick around for more! We’re always hunting for the best Disney deals and always make sure to share them with our readers. If you want to see more of our recent Disney finds, click the link below! Plus, you can get a free trial of Amazon Prime on us! Click here for more Amazon Disney deals Which one of these finds is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post These Amazon Disney Deals Are Your Perfect Excuse To Add To Cart first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There’s a new coaster hitting the Magic Kingdom scene. It’ll be FAST. It’ll be HIGH-TECH. And it’ll completely change Magic Kingdom and how you plan for Disney World. Loading area We’ve got all the details, tips, and secrets for you today on DFB Guide! Check out our video below: Why TRON Could RUIN a Lot of Disney World Trips Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you going to ride TRON Lightcycle / Run when it opens? Let us know in the comments below. The post DFB Video: Why TRON Could RUIN a Lot of Disney World Trips 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. You can’t go wrong with a classic t-shirt while at Disney! All the T-shirts They’re so versatile — you can dress them up or down, wear them fitted or oversized, and they have designs for just about anything. Plus, you can’t find anything comfier on a hot day in the parks. If you’re looking for adorable (and affordable) t-shirts for your next Disney trip, we’ve got you covered! Disney’s online site, shopDisney, is having a HUGE t-shirt sale right now, with markdowns on so many styles! We’ll show you some of our favorites that we think would be great to wear to the parks. First, we have the Mickey and Minnie Love T-shirt! ©Disney This one is currently on sale for $27.99, down from $32.99. Click here to buy the Mickey and Minnie Love T-Shirt There’s also this Pete’s Dragon tie-dye shirt… ©Disney …for $19.99. It’s normally $29.99. Click here to buy the Pete’s Dragon Elliott T-Shirt Next, we have this purple Luisa T-shirt for kids, based on Encanto. ©Disney This one is $12.99 (down from $19.99). Click here to buy the Luisa T-Shirt for kids This one is for the Disneyland fans! ©Disney The Main Street USA Disneyland shirt is $19.99 (normally $29.99). Click here to buy the Main Street USA T-Shirt This Star Wars T-shirt is perfect for a day on Batuu (at Galaxy’s Edge)… ©Disney …for only $19.99. It’s also normally $29.99. Click here to buy the Star Wars T-Shirt This Mickey Mouse T-shirt for kids is double-sided! ©Disney It’s only $12.99 (down from $19.99). Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse T-shirt We’re always looking out for the best Disney deals, and we make sure to share them here with you all when we find them. Make sure to follow along so that you never miss any Disney deals! Click here for more online Disney finds! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which of these shirts is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post Your New Favorite Disney Tee Is Online and on SALE first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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If you’re tuned in to the world of Disney World snacks, then you’ve DEFINITELY heard of Gideon’s Bakehouse. Gideon’s Bakehouse The bakery located at Disney Springs (and East End Market in Orlando) is known for its delicious half-pound cookies and giant cake slices. In fact, it’s so popular that guests will wait in a multi-hour virtual queue just to try the sweets. So is there any way to get the cookies if you’re NOT in Central Florida…or will there be in the future? Recently, Gideon’s Bakehouse owner Steve Lewis shared a post on Instagram addressing the requests of many loyal fans for Gideon’s to open up shipping. Lewis states, “The requests and many wishes for shipping have been growing. I’m super grateful you love what we’re doing and don’t want to miss out, but there are no plans to offer mail-order desserts.” “Gideon’s has always been a local from-scratch bakery aiming to create memories for our community and visiting friends. Our team is comically large to satisfy local demand. Meeting a national demand is logistically impossible. I would have to automate the process to take this step, which removes what makes Gideon’s unique. I like being a small local business. I have no backers. I will not franchise and be yet another cookie place in every other shopping plaza in your town. Getting all your monies doesn’t motivate me.” Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookie “I’d rather be sure your experience is the best we can make it, and that won’t happen by spreading myself too thin or letting in development partners. Maybe someday, a third location somewhere interesting, but I’m careful with my baby. Thank you for understanding the vision for this little place. For those living outside of Florida, the anticipation for your next visit grows within us both because we can’t wait to see you again.” Gideon’s Bakehouse To-go Box So if you’re hoping for shipping in the future — it’s a no-go. Part of the charm of Gideon’s Bakehouse is the fact that the cookies are made with care, and it’s hard to keep that going with national demand. But maybe one day we’ll get a third location! Where would you like to see another Bakehouse? We’ll keep you updated on any more Gideon’s Bakehouse news or announcements, so stay tuned to DFB. We’re constantly sharing snack reviews and tips for dining to help make your eating experience in Disney World as amazing as possible, so keep following along for the best info out there! Click Here to Learn About a NEW Gideon’s Bakehouse Cookie! 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. Where would you want to see another Gideon’s Bakehouse? Tell us in the comments! The post BAD NEWS About Gideon’s Bakehouse Cookies in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When it comes to unique dining experiences in Disney World, you’ve got a PLETHORA of options. Coral Reef Restaurant You could dine in castles or with your favorite characters. You could eat at a table shaped like a car, in a restaurant that’s made to mimic a drive-in movie theater. Or you could go incredibly upscale and try a AAA Five-Diamond restaurant with a multi-course meal. But today, we’re taking you along with us to EPCOT, where we recently visited a restaurant in an aquarium! At Coral Reef Restaurant, you’re dining inside The Seas Pavilion, and one of the walls of the main dining room is made up of a MASSIVE tank filled will all kinds of sea creatures. It’s definitely a unique view! Let’s go! On top of that, the restaurant serves a variety of seafood menu items (which may or may not make you feel a little weird to eat while watching the tank). In the past, some have regarded this restaurant as being pretty mediocre — so how did it stack up during our visit? Let’s take a deep dive! (Pun totally intended.) Atmosphere Let’s start with the atmosphere! As we previously mentioned, there’s a giant tank in the dining room. But the theming really starts before that, with a blue and green color scheme outside the building and ocean-inspired colors and textures on the walls near the check-in counter. The check-in area. We were led down this hallway and into the dining room, which is a tiered space with three levels. The highest level is furthest away from the tank, while the lowest level is right up near the windows. If you’re here for the view, those are probably the best seats. Dining room When we sat down, our table was set with appetizer plates and silverware. We were handed a menu to peruse, as well as a drink menu. There’s a mix of booths and tables with chairs throughout the restaurant, and the tabletops remind us a bit of the bottom of boats, with that metal material. What the booths look like. And of course, we have to mention that awesome tank again! Throughout our meal, we saw sharks, sea turtles, rays, and even a group of divers. Kids and adults alike would probably enjoy this. Entertainment while you eat! In-between courses, we just sat and watched the tank. Honestly, so relaxing! And it’s constantly changing! And if you’re interested in learning more about the creatures you spot, make sure to check out your menu. Ours came with a QR code that you could scan to view the “Coral Reef Restaurant Spotting Guide.” They’ve got a whole list to check out. It’s filled with information on various creatures, and it’s a great way to pass the time during your meal! SO many creatures in this guide. Now that we’ve covered the atmosphere, let’s talk about the menu. Menu First of all, we got a drink menu. There are plenty of cocktails to choose from, as well as a selection of non-alcoholic mocktails for those who don’t drink alcohol. Like other sit-down restaurants in Disney World, they also have wine and beer. Drink Menu When it comes to the main menu, we’ve got four appetizer options. The Shrimp Cocktail, the Trio of Seasonal Dips, the New England Clam Chowder, and the Caesar Salad. Appetizers For entrees, there are six basic options that include Shrimp & Grits, a Grilled Vegetable Skewer, Slow-roasted Prime Rib, Cajun Chicken Pasta, Seared Mahi-Mahi, and Orange-glazed Sustainable Salmon. Entree Options There are four desserts as well. (Honestly, the menu here is pretty small compared to some other Disney restaurants we’ve been to.) You can get the Key Lime Tart, Baileys Almande and Jack Daniel’s Mousse, The Chocolate Wave, or the Mixed Berry Mousse to cap off your meal. Dessert Menu The dessert menu is a separate menu they bring out after you’re done with the entrees. So what did we try? Time for our review! Drinks To start, we got two mocktails to try! First up is the Agave Garden for $11. It’s made with Lyre’s Agave Reserva Spirit, cold-pressed lime juice, passionfruit-papaya-green tea, and cucumber. It’s a VERY green drink! What the description failed to mention is that our beverage came topped with a slice of jalapeño as well. Some of the seeds were still intact and that little spice definitely changed up the flavor composition of the drink. The cucumber smell was quite strong, and we could mostly taste cucumber, lime, and jalapeño from the flavor perspective. There was a tiny bit of spice in the drink that warms your throat, and if you accidentally bite a seed (like we did!) it’ll certainly kick things up a notch. Agave Garden If the color green had a taste, this would be it! It’s not exactly a flavor combination that we loved, but you might enjoy it if you’re a big cucumber or jalapeño fan. Our second beverage was the Pink London Spritzer for $11 as well. It’s made with Lyre’s Pink London Spirit, grapefruit soda, pomegranate-green tea, lime, and mint. This one was a little more to our taste! Pink London Spritzer It’s very tart, and it’s not really sweet at all. You’re certainly getting the “soda water flavor,” so if that’s your jam, then you might really love this. It mostly reminded us of pink lemonade, and we got the lime flavor, but we didn’t really taste the mint at all. Of the two drinks, we liked this one a bit better, but you might want to avoid it if you’re not into sparkling water. People who drink things like LaCroix will probably enjoy this. Our drinks So now that we’re all hydrated, let’s eat some food! Eats We selected two appetizers to try out, starting with the Trio of Seasonal Dips for $12. It’s served on a platter with carrots, yellow peppers, red peppers, celery, and broccoli, along with some herb crackers. Trio of Seasonal Dips The three dips that we were given were a white bean with chermoula, a roasted red pepper hummus, and an olive tapenade. The white bean was probably our favorite of the three — the flavor wasn’t too strong, but it tasted similar to a mild hummus. Very light and smooth. White Bean dip The roasted red pepper hummus was smooth and delicious. It was tangy on its own but a little spicy if you scooped up some of the jelly on top. We liked it best with the jelly, but once that was gone, it was a pretty basic hummus like what you would buy at the store. Roasted Red Pepper Hummus The olive tapenade was the one that ranked lowest for us. It was pretty hard to scoop and VERY heavy on the olive flavor. (You might love it if olive is your favorite food!) It was chewy and earthy, so definitely very different from the other two. Overall, we thought the dips were a little basic, and we might order something more specialized for an appetizer in the future. Olive Tapenade But don’t worry — our second appetizer saved the day! The New England Clam Chowder is available for $10 and it’s made with baby clams, Applewood-smoked bacon, potatoes, and cream. And you guys…this was GOOD. New England Clam Chowder It was VERY creamy and served nice and warm. There are good-sized clam chunks through and the bacon on top was a little chewy, which really mingled well with the chewy clam texture. The potato chunks were a good size as well, and we even spotted some small bits of chopped celery. The flavor of the clam really seeps into the soup base and makes everything cohesive. We had more food to eat after this, but we ate the whole bowl happily. It was THAT yummy. If you’re a clam chowder fan, we’d probably recommend this as the appetizer of choice. VERY delicious And as a little bonus, you also get a complimentary bread service here! Our server brought the bread out a little late, but made up for it by bringing us a Mickey-shaped surprise. It’s Mickey bread! They’re pretty basic dinner rolls and they come with a small pat of butter. But when the bread is served warm, you just can’t resist! These are fluffy and altogether a delicious crowd-pleaser. We were told that you could get refills on bread as well. You get bread AND butter. Now time for the main course! We ordered the Orange-glazed Sustainable Salmon, which is $29. It comes with a vegetable stir fry and shiitake sticky rice. Sustainable Salmon The glaze on the salmon is sweet with a slight tanginess from the orange, and the salmon itself is moist but could use a little bit of salt. We really enjoyed the garnish on top, which added some overall brightness to the salmon when eaten together. If you grab a bite with the salmon, shiitake rice, and garnish, the flavors are all really well balanced between tangy, earthy, and bright. However, the “stir fry” left us a little disappointed. There were only a few vegetables, including some chopped-up mushrooms, carrots, peppers, and one green bean. They were pretty basic, and didn’t add much to the overall dish. It’s smaller than we expected. In general, we were hoping for a slightly larger portion of food for the price you pay. It wasn’t the best salmon we’d ever eaten and the size (as well as the size of the veggies) was on the small side. Cross-section of the salmon But yet again, we have something coming up to redeem the meal! For dessert, we ordered the Baileys Almande and Jack Daniel’s Mousse. It’s $9.50 and is made with chocolate ganache and candied almonds. It’s also plant-based, but be warned that it contains alcohol products if you’re allergic. Time for dessert! This and the clam chowder were our favorite things we ate! It’s quite rich and comes encased in a chocolate shell that tasted like dark chocolate. There are raspberries on the side that were tangy and fresh, and paired really perfectly with the chocolate flavors. The chocolate mousse was rich and smooth and had crumbled candied almonds on the bottom. The mousse on top had a bit more texture to it, and definitely had a hint of alcohol flavor, but it wasn’t overwhelming. The ganache on the very top was also smooth and rich and reminded us of chocolate frosting from a can…but in a good way! We would totally order this again! We would definitely order this dessert again, and it was a highlight of the meal! So what did we think overall? Overall The atmosphere is probably the main reason that you’re planning a meal at Coral Reef, and we certainly don’t blame you for that. If you get a table down in the front near the tank, it’s a true winner with a spectacular view. However, those sitting further away might be a bit disappointed. It all depends on where you’re sitting. The food was up and down throughout our meal. While the trio of dips felt like something we could buy at the grocery store, the Clam Chowder was a soup we’d go back again just to order. The salmon left us a little underwhelmed, but the dessert helped make up for that. It seems that it REALLY matters what you order here, but if you pick wisely, you could end up with a delicious meal. (Oh, and they have surprisingly good dinner rolls!) Table seating As far as the non-food portion of our meal goes, we should warn you that this was a LONG lunch. We ordered all three courses, but in total, our meal was about 2.5 hours. Some of that time was accounted for by taking photos and notes on the food, but service was a bit slower here than at other Disney restaurants we’ve been to. The tank and fish were there to keep us entertained, but you probably won’t want to plan this meal on a day when you’re in a hurry. Nosh or Not Take a trip under the sea and dine at Coral Reef if… You have some ocean-lovers in your family. This is truly a pretty unique experiences that you won’t find many places — the tank at The Seas is the second largest in the U.S. and there are some awesome sea creatures to check out. The spotting guide makes it all the more interesting. You have a hankering for seafood. While there are seafood dishes at other restaurants in EPCOT, this is the one true “seafood” sit-down restaurant. If fish and shrimp are what you want, that’s on the menu here! You’re doing two days in EPCOT and you want to try something different. Maybe you’ve been to EPCOT a bunch of times or you’ve got two days in the park so you’re not limited on time. If you’re not rushing to make it to World Showcase and you have time to kill in the front of the park, this might be a fun meal if you haven’t done it before. Just keep swimming past if… You want the BEST table service meal in EPCOT. Listen, EPCOT is a BANGER when it comes to delicious food. There are places like Le Cellier and Monsieur Paul in the World Showcase, along with Garden Grill and Space 220 in the front of the park. Even though parts of the meal were good, this is definitely not the BEST food in EPCOT. You’re visiting EPCOT for a festival. This is a great meal to try when you’re in-between festivals, but if you’re coming for Food & Wine or Flower & Garden…go eat at festival booths instead. Those items are more limited offerings! You’re limited on time. As we mentioned above, this was a LONG meal. If you don’t have two hours to spare, you might want to find a faster table service or stop by a quick service spot instead. Would you try this out? All in all, we had some great service at Coral Reef and some of those eats were amazing! Would we pick this as one of our must-try spots? Probably not. But if you’re looking for something niche and interesting — go for it! We’ll keep you updated with more restaurant reviews and thoughts on all the food in Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB! Click Here to Read Our Review of Garden Grill Next Door! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever been to this restaurant? Tell us your thoughts in the comments! The post We're STILL Confused About Our Meal at This EPCOT Restaurant first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Planning a trip to Orlando? Well, if you’re planning to fly there, there’s an UPDATE you need to know about. Orlando International Airport If you’ll be flying to Orlando you’ll likely find yourself at Orlando International Airport (though there are other options). We’ve seen all kinds of updates from the airport lately, including adjustments that could make your trip less stressful, the opening of new restaurants, and announcements about potential future changes. But now we’ve got more information for you! A NEW route has been added for Orlando International Airport! According to a post from the airport on Twitter, Norse Atlantic Airways has added a new route that’ll connect London Gatwick to Orlando International Airport. Flights from Orlando to London Gatwick will start on May 25th, 2023 and fares begin at $187 (one-way). ©Norse Airways In a press release from Norse Atlantic Airways, they detailed how the sale of tickets for their route connecting London Gatwick and Orlando is available. Note that Norse also launched a new route from London Gatwick to Fort Lauderdale as well. The flights to Fort Lauderdale will start on May 26th. They’ve shared that “Flights [from London Gatwick] to Orlando will operate four times a week in May and June.” Then there will be a “daily service in the height of the summer peak season.” Flights to Fort Lauderdale, on the other hand, “will operate three times a week in May and June and four times a week for the rest of the summer season.” Time to Go! Bjorn Tore Larsen, CEO of Norse Atlantic Airways, said, “We are very pleased to announce two new routes from London Gatwick to the popular holiday destination of Florida…As a result, our UK based airline, Norse Atlantic UK, will serve more destinations to the US from London Gatwick than any other carrier this summer.” Stewart Wingate, chief executive officer of Gatwick Airport shared, “Both Orlando and Fort Lauderdale are understandably very popular destinations, especially among families, so it’s great news for passengers across London and the Southeast to have more choice ahead of the summer holidays.” Orlando International Airport When we searched the Norse website, it did look like most of the flights to/from Orlando (that we checked) were non-stop but, of course, be sure to check and see what the situation is like when you go to book your trip. ©Norse So if you’re hoping to travel between London Gatwick and Orlando, know that this new route from Norse will soon be available! We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more travel news and let you know what we see. Click here to learn about 2 NEW things that could be coming to the Orlando Airport Travel Updates, Tips, and Tricks Complete Guide to Booking the CHEAPEST Flight to Disney World What to Do if Your Flight to Disney World Is Canceled Our Best Tips For Flying Through the Orlando International Airport Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get to Disney World From the Orlando Airport The Ultimate Disney World Packing List for 2022 You’re SLEEPING on These Packing Hacks Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life 8 Catastrophic Travel Mistakes and How to Solve Them The BEST and WORST Airlines in the US, Ranked by Customer Complaints The MOST and LEAST Reliable Airlines in the U.S. This Small Change Will Save You From Lost Luggage The Best Disney Luggage for 2023 21 Things a Former Flight Attendant Needs You To Know 7 Highest-Rated Travel Items on Amazon Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Have you ever flown with Norse before? Tell us in the comments. The post NEW Nonstop Route Added for Orlando International Airport first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We know a LOT of our readers are Star Wars fans. Chewbacca Disney World Card We recently noticed Star Wars music playing during Groundhog Day celebrations, and a popular trivia TV show is looking for Star Wars fans for upcoming episodes. Now, there’s also been an update on a Star Wars auction — certain historical memorabilia will no longer be available for bidding. Peter Mayhew, who played the original Chewbacca, passed away back in 2019. Call sheets, signed letters, and scripts from his time in Star Wars were set to be a part of an auction but now will be returned to his widow, Angie. BBC News reported that Auctioneer Angus Ashworth was “happy” to return the items to Angie and apologized to the fans who had already shown interest. They said, “Mr Mayhew, who died in 2019, left the newspaper clippings and messages from director George Lucas in the attic of his former home, described by his wife Angie as one of his ‘biggest regrets.'” Angie reached out to the public via Twitter and said that “mobility issues of her 7ft 3 husband stopped him from retrieving [the items].” She was reportedly heartbroken to see them put up for auction. Chewbacca in the engineering room In other Star Wars news, you can check out the collectibles that dropped online recently, as well as see what awards the Star Wars Hotel was nominated for. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! Here’s how to save some serious money when you visit the Star Wars Hotel! Star Wars Hotel -- Galactic Starcruiser News and Information Check Out Our COMPLETE GUIDE to the Star Wars Hotel We’re Breaking the MYTHS from Inside the Star Wars Hotel Rooms What to Get (or AVOID) for Breakfast at the Star Wars Hotel We Ate EVERYTHING for Lunch at the Star Wars Hotel See Our FULL Review of the Entire Dinner on Night 1 of the Star Wars Hotel Yes, Dinner on Night 2 at the Star Wars Hotel is Different. See Our Full Review Is the Captain’s Table Worth the Extra Cost? See How the Fireworks at the Star Wars Hotel Will (and Won’t) Surprise You Get Our Full Thoughts on the BLUE SHRIMP See What Snacks Look Like in Space Some of the Best Food in the Star Wars Hotel is Hiding! Get a Look at the Exclusive Star Wars Hotel Merchandise Learn About What’s Included When You Leave the Star Wars Hotel for Hollywood Studios Take a Look at the Pricing for the Star Wars Hotel Watch Our DFB Video About Our Experience at the Star Wars Hotel Click HERE to See More About Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Do you own any Star Wars memorabilia? Tell us in the comments! The post “Heartbreaking” Decision Over ‘Star Wars’ Memorabilia Being Reversed first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Can you believe how quickly this year is passing? April will be here before we know it! Easter Bunny Palm Pals And April means that, for those who celebrate, it’s Easter! Disney has celebrated this holiday with some special snacks and holiday merchandise in past years. If you’re looking to get a head start, Disney has released their Easter plushes online already (and you’re not ready for how adorable these are)! So far, there are four Easter plushes you can grab, the first being the Winnie the Pooh Plush Easter Bunny for $29.99. ©Disney Pooh is dressed in a purple shirt, Easter bunny ears, and a bowtie. Buy the Winnie the Pooh Plush Easter Bunny right here! Next is the Minnie Mouse Plush Easter Bunny for $29.99! ©Disney Minnie is dressed in an adorable purple Easter Bunny outfit — what more could you ask for? She’s so cute! Grab the Minnie Mouse Plush Easter Bunny here! And, of course, you can’t forget to grab the Mickey Mouse Plush Easter Bunny for $29.99 too. ©Disney Mickey is dressed in a blue Easter Bunny suit decorated with a yellow flower. Buy the Mickey Mouse Plush Easter Bunny here! Last but not least is the Stitch Plush Easter Bunny for $29.99. ©Disney Stitch has his Easter ears and bowtie all ready. Just look at that face — you’ve got to bring him home! Grab the Stitch Plush Easter Bunny here! We’ll be sure to keep you updated here on DFB as we see more Easter merchandise released online and in the parks. See what last year’s Easter parade looked like to prepare for this year! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which plush is your favorite? Tell us in the comments! The post STOP What You’re Doing — These Disney Collectibles Only Come Out Once a Year! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

In my opinion, the most underrated photo spot at Walt Disney World Resort is the Disney PhotoPass Studio at Disney Springs. While this studio technically has two photo locations, the options of what you can capture go far beyond that. Today I want to share an exciting update about this studio: Rather than keeping the classic gray […]View the full article

MVP Patrick Mahomes Celebrates Super Bowl Win With First Family Visit To Disneyland ResortView the full article

Closer look at Super Bowl LVII MVP Patrick Mahomes as he celebrates Kansas City Chiefs' big win with a family visit to the Disneyland Resort in California.View the full article

The Disney parks have been home to MANY parades over the years. Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland Some parades are very common and happen every single day. Other parades are rare and might only happen during certain holiday periods. But there’s one parade in particular that you may have NEVER seen because it only happens ONCE each year (and it changes every single time it happens!). You’re probably familiar with the iconic phrase “I’m going to Disneyland!” or (sometimes) “I’m going to Disney World!” It’s long been a tradition for an NFL player to, after winning the Super Bowl, utter those iconic words and then make a trip to the Happiest or Most Magical Place on Earth. Did you know the tradition actually began back in 1987 with New York Giants quarterback Phil Simms? Well, now you know! Again, sometimes this tradition takes place in Disney World, and sometimes it’s Disneyland’s turn to celebrate. In 2023, it was Disneyland’s turn to welcome the Super Bowl champs. After leading the Kansas City Chiefs to win the Super Bowl in Arizona, Patrick Mahomes (the Chief’s quarterback) was the lucky player who uttered the words “I’m Going to Disneyland!” That phrase is now at the center of Disney’s annual Super Bowl commercial. What do you think? Would you make a special trip out to Disneyland (or Disney World) to see a Super Bowl parade if your favorite team won? Have you ever seen one of these parades? Tell us in the comments! Patrick Mahomes For more Disneyland news, click here to see what major reopening has been DELAYED in Disneyland, and click here to see what NEW character meet-and-greet is coming to Disneyland soon! 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 Have you ever seen a Super Bowl parade in a Disney Park? Tell us in the comments! The post VIDEO: See the Disney Parade That Only Happens ONCE a Year! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

TRON Lightcycle / Run is the newest coaster coming to Disney World. It’ll open in Magic Kingdom on April 4th, 2023, in the Tomorrowland section of the park. Many Disney fans can’t wait to enter the grid and board the lightcycles on the high-speed attraction, but some people are concerned about the unique ride vehicles on this new coaster. Opening soon! Cast Member previews began a few weeks ago, and almost immediately, people began reporting difficulty getting onto the ride vehicles and even being turned away from the standard lightcycles when they couldn’t fit. So what’s really going on with this unusual coaster, and will YOU be able to ride it when it opens? We’ve got the answers. First, here’s some general information about TRON Lightcycle / Run, just in case you aren’t quite up to speed on the attraction’s background and status. General Information about TRON Lightcycle / Run The ride, based on the TRON films, will be very similar to its counterpart in Shanghai Disneyland. In Magic Kingdom, the story of the attraction picks up after the TRON: Legacy film. (Friendly Reminder: Subscribers can currently stream TRON and TRON: Legacy on Disney+. And a NEW movie, Tron: Ares, is in the works.) TRON: Legacy ©Disney Sam Flynn, the main character in TRON: Legacy, has been opening up new gateways into the digital realm all over the world. The first, as mentioned above, was at Shanghai Disneyland (where the original TRON Lightcycle Power Run attraction is located). Now, Sam is opening a SECOND portal to the digital world in Tomorrowland in Magic Kingdom. (You’ll find it right next to Space Mountain and behind Tomorrowland Speedway.) Walkway to TRON Disney shares that this attraction will allow riders to “experience the energy, lights, and excitement of TRON’s high-tech universe” in this “thrilling race through the digital frontier.” ©Disney Get ready to board a train of two-wheeled Lightcycles and “launch into the Grid for a race through a dark, computerized world” reaching speeds up to 59 miles per hour! (To give you an idea of the speed, although this is faster than Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, it doesn’t quite out-speed Test Track’s 65-mile-per-hour limit.) Getting digitized Lighting will play a huge role, as the indoor roller coaster will feature shifting light panels, so the ride experience will change from day to night depending on the light. Disney’s announcement read, “As you swoop and swerve your way around the course, your goal is to be the first to race through eight Energy Gates and secure your victory. Will your team have what it takes?” Virtual Queue Disney World will use a virtual queue/boarding pass system for the opening on TRON Lightcycle / Run. This means that a traditional standby line will NOT be offered in its opening months. Disney has frequently utilized this boarding method for new attractions. For example, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT currently uses a virtual queue. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Full details for how this virtual queue will work and what times throughout the day boarding passes will become available have not yet been announced, but for other virtual queues we’ve seen in Disney World, guests have had two daily opportunities to secure a boarding group — at 7AM and 1PM. We’ve also seen a third virtual queue opportunity for guests with Extended Evening Hours access, but we’ll find out at a later date if TRON Lightcycle / Run will qualify for this exclusive opportunity. Guests will need to download the free My Disney Experience app in order to try for a spot in the virtual queue. ©Disney Note that it is FREE to join the virtual queue, but you’ll want to be quick in doing so. Virtual queue spots tend to fill up VERY quickly for the most popular rides in Disney World — we’re talking within a minute (or less) of the queue opening. If you’re not ready to hit the button to join the queue right when it opens, you’ll likely miss out on your chance to ride the coaster for free. Click HERE to learn how to enter a Virtual Queue in Disney World! Lightning Lane (Pay-Per-Ride) TRON Lightcycle / Run will also be offered as an Individual Lightning Lane selection (available through Disney Genie) in addition to the virtual queue. Individual Lightning Lane is a pay-per-ride service for in-demand attractions that allows guests to skip the line on popular attractions for an upcharge. Lightning Lane sign at Beauty and the Beast show Individual Lightning Lane attractions are NOT included with Disney Genie+ (the paid way to skip the lines at select Disney World attractions), and you also do not have to purchase Genie+ in order to purchase Individual Lightning Lanes. Click HERE to learn how to book an Individual Lightning Lane Selection through Disney Genie! The virtual queue and Individual Lightning Lane will be the ONLY ways to ride TRON Lightcycle / Run when it opens in Magic Kingdom. There will NOT be a standby line offered, at least at first. Previews For now, we can confirm that Disney has announced that there will be previews of TRON Lightcycle / Run for the following groups: Cast Members, Disney World Annual Passholders, D23 Members (for an extra cost), and Disney Vacation Club members. Cast Member previews for TRON Lightcycle / Run are currently taking place between February 6th and March 3rd. Cast Member previews Disney World Annual Passholders should be on the lookout for an email to be sent to them on February 16th with details about how to make their TRON preview registrations. Registrations for the Annual Passholder previews will OPEN on February 16th. Disney has noted that Annual Passholders will be able to “register yourself and up to 5 other Annual Passholders from your Family & Friends list within your My Disney Experience account who have opted to share “All My Plans” with you (subject to availability).” Annual Passholder sign Disney has also announced details (including dates and prices) for the D23 Member previews: you can find that information here. Preview dates and registration information have not yet been revealed for Disney Vacation Club members. Now that you know all about TRON Lightcycle / Run, let’s get into the PROBLEMS you may encounter with this coaster. Unique Ride Vehicles Could Be Restrictive The ride vehicles from TRON Lightcycle / Run are unlike any you’ve ever seen in Disney World. They’re lightcycles, which are built like racing motorcycles. The vehicle trains have two lightcycles in each row, with several rows making up the train. TRON Lightcyle / Run You might compare this ride with Avatar: Flight of Passage, which also utilizes a bike-style ride vehicle. However, when we rode the coaster we noticed that the bikes on TRON felt very different from the Flight of Passage bikes. Avatar: Flight of Passage in Disney World On Flight of Passage, you’re basically sitting straight up, but on TRON, you’re laying forward almost flat against the lightcycle. Unless you’re more accustomed to racing motorcycles than riding a normal pushbike, the TRON vehicle will feel less natural. In addition to the difference of position, you’re actually being thrust forward at high speeds on TRON, whereas you don’t actually move quickly on Flight of Passage. That made the position feel even more uncomfortable, even though the ride is actually pretty short (it lasts a little longer than a minute — about the same as Rock ‘n Roller Coaster). ©Disney The problem that some riders have reported is that the TRON bikes don’t allow for all body shapes to board and ride. We found that the most restrictive part of the bike is the small metal bars that extend over your calves to hold your legs in place. The bars don’t allow for much space, so if you have fairly large calves, those bars may not lock in place and you might not be able to ride on the lightcycle. Disney shared a video showcasing the complimentary lockers that will be available for guests to store their belongings before getting on the ride, and you can check out our full guide for using the lockers as well. CLICK HERE for a FULL Guide to Using TRON Lightcycle / Run Lockers in Disney World We’ll continue to watch for more news about Disney’s newest roller coaster, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest updates. Click here to learn more about TRON Lightcycle / Run. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you planning to ride TRON Lightcycle / Run when it opens in Disney World? Let us know in the comments. The post Will I Fit on TRON Lightcycle / Run in Disney World? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

What trip to Disney Springs is complete without a snack? Yum! We’re trying all sorts of new snacks this month at Disney World, because February brings us all the Valentine’s sweets we could ever dream of! One of our favorite places to grab a sweet treat just announced two new Valentine’s treats! Everglazed Donuts and Cold Brew shared on Instagram that on February 14th, 2023, guests can grab the V-Day Donut and Raspberry Chocolate Cold Brew. Everglazed shared that the V-Day donut is a strawberry yeast donut with raspberry buttercream, miniature candy hearts, and a multi-colored chocolate heart. It sounds (and looks) delicious! This is different from last year’s Valentine’s Day donut, so if you want to try something new this year, check it out! These treats are ONLY available on Valentine’s Day, though, so don’t miss out! If you’re looking for more snacks to try at Disney World, you’ve come to the right place! We’re constantly trying new snacks and sharing our reviews here, so make sure to follow along for more snack reviews, news, and updates! Click here for more Valentine’s Day snacks at Disney! 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! What do you think of this donut? Let us know in the comments! The post BRB, Currently Drooling Over a New Disney World Dessert first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney Cast Member unions recently rejected a new contract offer from Disney, stating that the offer extended was not sufficient to meet the needs of the company’s employees. ©Orlando Sentinel Now, negotiations are set to begin again between Cast Member unions and Disney, as both sides search for a compromise between Disney’s offer and the unions’ demands. In early February, members of six unions representing Disney World employees voted no on a contract that Disney offered. According to Disney, the rejected contract offered the following: $20 per hour wage for full-time, non-tipped STCU roles during the contract’s term Wages for full-time, non-tipped cast members will remain at least $5 above Florida’s minimum wage each year 8 weeks paid child bonding for eligible full-time cast Nearly 10% average pay increase during the first year Immediate minimum $20 per hour wage for select roles, including housekeeping, bus drivers and culinary staff Retroactive pay increase for cast members dating back to October 2022, starting at a minimum of $700 for cast members working 40 hours per week The unions stated that Cast Members need bigger wages sooner (instead of gradual raises over time) because of cost-of-living increases in Central Florida. In a prepared statement before the last vote, the unions said, “Rent and other expenses have skyrocketed, leaving workers in a state of emergency.” The unions represent about 45,000 employees, and the main issue being disputed is wages. ©Orlando Sentinel A Disney spokesperson commented after the voting took place that Disney is “disappointed that those [pay] increases are now delayed” due to the rejected contract. Disney World Entrance Now, negotiations between Disney and the union leaders are set to begin again on Wednesday, February 15th, starting at 9AM at the Sheraton Orlando Lake Buena Vista Resort (according to ClickOrlando). The negotiations will go through Thursday, February 17th. Union members are invited to come to the negotiations. The unions are still demanding an immediate minimum wage of $18 per hour for all Cast Members they represent (a $3-an-hour raise). Cinderella Castle We’ll watch for more updates, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news. Click here to learn more about the Disney Cast Member unions. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: Negotiations To Resume After Cast Members Rejected Disney World’s Contract first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article