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One of the most fun things to do in Disney World is meet your favorite characters! Mickey and Minnie meet-and-greet in Animal Kingdom! There are so many to meet, too! From meeting Mickey and Minnie in their 50th anniversary outfits to hanging out with Olaf to chatting with the princesses, character meet and greets are always so special. Speaking of princesses, though…ANOTHER Disney princess is now available to meet guests in Magic Kingdom! We were at Magic Kingdom today and headed over to the area near the Curtain Call shop, which is where Snow White often greets guests. But today, we spotted Mulan there! She’s so much fun to meet! A Cast Member told us that Mulan and Snow White would now be alternating their meet and greets in that location. Getting up close and personal She even gave us some words of wisdom! So keep an eye out for Mulan when you’re in Magic Kingdom! If you’re looking to find out when and where to find character meet and greets throughout Disney World, check the My Disney Experience app! You’re going to love our graphic tees for your next Disney World trip! Click here to see the whole collection! Here’s Where You Can Learn to Draw ‘Zootopia’ Characters 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! Pre-Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 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! 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 how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-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. Who’s your favorite character to meet in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post Where to Meet a RARE Princess in Magic Kingdom 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 that we’re nearly halfway through December? Cinderella Castle We already know there are big travel changes coming to Disney next year, as well as multiple huge events that will cause tickets to sell out sooner rather than later. Disney has already started to release 2023 merchandise (like ornaments!) in the parks, so here’s a look at ALL the 2023 merchandise we’ve seen in Disney World so far. Starting off strong, we found a ton of 2023 pins available in EPCOT’s World Showcase! So many 2023 pins! The first pin features our pals Mickey, Pluto, Donald, and Goofy with Cinderella Castle in the middle and a banner reading 2023 at the top. Look at all those Disney pals! The next pin is a Disney Villains 2023 pin featuring Cinderella Castle and Hades, The Evil Queen, Ursula, Maleficent, Scar, and Cruella De Ville at the top. Disney Villains Pin There’s also a 2023 pin that features Mickey on his own with the park icons behind him! It’s Mickey! Edna Mode is on a 2023 pin too! She stands in front of Cinderella Castle with the words “Ride. Snack. Be Super.” below her. Edna is on a pin! Stitch ALSO has his own 2023 pin, where fireworks explode above the park icons and monorail behind him. Stitch gets his own pin too! We also spotted a 2023 Lanyard in EPCOT that features the year all along the neck strap. The bottom of the lanyard is a light-up clear Mickey icon that has the year on the ears and some of our favorite Disney pals. We’re assuming these will likely be very popular on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day if they’re available, so if you’d like to grab one, we suggest snagging it sooner rather than later! 2023 Lanyard You can also grab the 2023 Lanyard Pouch over at Disney’s Riviera Resort as well! These lanyards are great for keeping your cash or cards safe from rain, water from a ride, or from just getting lost in the hustle and bustle of a Disney day. Lanyard Pouch Or you can grab the plain 2023 Lanyard at Riviera Resort as well! 2023 Lanyard The first 2023 Ornament we spotted is blue with Mickey and Minnie on top and 2023 with park icons on the front and Goofy, Donald, Chip ‘n’ Dale, Daisy, and Pluto on the back. 2023 Ornament And the second ornament we found also stars Mickey and Minnie on an ear hat, with the park icons on each side of the ears. We found both of these ornaments at Mickey’s of Hollywood at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! It’s an ear hat ornament! You can also shop 2023 ornaments online at shopDisney. There’s a Disney World 2023 Ornament with Cinderella Castle… 2023 Disney World Ornament …and a Disneyland 2023 Ornament with Sleeping Beauty Castle! 2023 Disneyland Ornament Both ornaments light up and can be your’s for $26.99. Click here to shop the Disney World and the Disneyland ornaments And that’s all the 2023 merchandise we’ve seen so far! If you’re spending New Year’s Eve in Disney World we’ve got some tips for you, and make sure you’re buying your 2023 tickets NOW! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! If you’re a Disney fan, you should know these 2023 dates! 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! Pre-Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 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! 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 how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-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 2023 merchandise do you have your eyes on? Tell us in the comments! The post ALL the 2023 Merchandise You Can Get in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re looking for Italian food in Disney World, there’s one restaurant you HAVE to try. Trattoria al Forno You can find Trattoria al Forno on Disney’s BoardWalk, where you can opt to eat breakfast or dinner without even needing a Disney Park ticket. Recently, we decided to stop by and give dinner a try again, so find out all our thoughts here! Atmosphere Immediately upon walking in, we felt like the atmosphere of Trattoria al Forno was very classic. It feels like an Italian restaurant, with plenty of booths and sizable tables. We have to note that the chairs are really low, which kind of surprised us but they were super comfortable! Inside the restaurant The centerpiece of Trattoria is the open kitchen, where you can see the pizza oven as well as the chefs cooking and handing out dishes to servers. We were seated right next to the kitchen and we loved the lively vibe! Open kitchen Once we were seated, we received an extensive wine menu. Menu It even included a map of Italy… Map of Italy …as well as a diagram of the wine regions in Italy! Map of Italy Let’s check out the menu! Menu Trattoria has an a la carte menu, complete with quite a few selections in each restaurant course. For appetizers, choose from Coasted Mussels, Calamari, Salumi, Insalata Caprese, Roma Tomato Bruschetta, Kale Caesar Salad, Tuscan Salad, and Minestrone Soup. Appetizers range in price from $9 to $18. ©Disney Entrees cost between $27 to $39, with options such as Oak-grilled Strip Steak Florentine, Veal Osso Buco, Rosemary-Tuna Carpaccio, Grilled Swordfish Salmoriglio, Shrimp Papardelle, Lasagna al Forno, Parmigiana di Pollo, Plant-based Rigatoni Bolognese, and Truffle Gnocchi. ©Disney You can also order pizza, with five different pizza options to choose from, including Pizze Carni, Pizze Pepperoni, Pizze Blanca, Pizze Margherita, and Pizze Sicilian. Pizzas cost between $19 and $23. ©Disney Side options include Crispy Pancetta Arrancini, Shrimp Scampi, Garlic Bread, Grilled Chicken Breast, Olives, and Polpette, costing between $5 to $14. ©Disney For dessert, you can get Tiramisu, Chocolate Semolina Torta, Panna Cotta, Affogato al Caffe, and House-made Gelato, with prices from $6.25 to $10. ©Disney Kids have appetizer and entree options, including Mixed Green Salad and Tomato-Basil Soup for $3 each. Entrees cost between $13 to $16 for dishes such as Grilled White Fish, Grilled Chicken Breast, Meatballs, Mickey Pepperoni Pizza, and Cheese Pizza. ©Disney Kids can get a Speciality Character Drink for $6.50 and there are a variety of non-alcoholic drinks available too. ©Disney A number of cocktails are available in cost ranging from $12 to $17.50, or $31 for a pitcher of Sangria. ©Disney And you can also select one of 10 beers available, costing between $8 to $12.50. ©Disney Now, it’s time to feast! Eats Our meal began with Bread Service, which included housemade ciabatta served with butter and a garlic spread and olive oil dip. The bread was perfectly airy with a nice crunch on the outside and a soft texture on the inside, and our server told us it was made with just flour and water! The butter was also high quality and nicely salted, but the true star was the garlic and olive oil. Bread Service The garlic spread was super soft and spreadable, and it was PACKED with garlic flavor without the burn from raw garlic. Our reporter said that it basically created “the perfect garlic bread” and it was one of the best things they ever had on bread. Bread Service Now that we’re full of delicious bread, let’s check out the appetizers! We ordered three different dishes, including the Insalata Caprese for $13, the Tuscan Salad for $12, and the Roma Tomato Bruschetta for $13. Appetizer Spread The Insalata Caprese was made with house-made burrata, ripe tomatoes, and extra virgin olive oil, and it was definitely a top contender for our favorite appetizer! The burrata was delicious and the tomatoes were extra fresh. The balsamic vinegar added a nice acidic flavor. Insalata Caprese Our reporter was a little nervous about missing the basil flavor since there didn’t appear to be any fresh basil, but the basil was basically mixed into the dish in the sauce and it was just the right amount of flavor. Overall, it was a perfectly balanced caprese dish. Insalata Caprese The Tuscan Salad came with countryside greens, almonds, gorgonzola, blackberries, and lemon vinaigrette. We thought it was well-balanced with all the ingredients and the dressing was super light but it still added a nice citrus flavor. Tuscan Salad One thing to note is that there was a lot of gorgonzola cheese which can be overpowering for some people, so if you’re not a huge fan we’d recommend ordering it on the side. We loved how light and enjoyable this salad was! Tuscan Salad And the Roma Tomato Bruschetta was made with grilled ciabatta, Genovese basil, and plant-based aged balsamic. This is the other top contender for the best appetizer! The tomatoes were so fresh and delicious and we absolutely loved every bit of this dish. The ciabatta bread was soaked in the oils from the bruschetta but it was still super soft and not mushy. Roma Tomato Bruschetta It also had a great garlic flavor, and one thing to note is how perfectly shareable this is between two people, although our reporter was happy to not have to share! Roma Tomato Bruschetta Now it’s time for the entrees! We ordered the Truffle Gnocchi for $28, the Plant-based Rigatoni Bolognese for $27, and the Pizze Carni for $23. Entree spread The Truffle Gnocchi came with parmesan, fontina, and pecorino cream, and although we loved it, it’s not a super crowd-pleasing dish. It was VERY heavy on the truffle, and it was basically like eating truffle potato noodles. The cheese crisps on top accentuated the truffle flavor, too. Truffle Gnocchi The gnocchi was cooked very well and the truffle flavor really packed a punch! Our reporter enjoys truffles so it worked for them, but it wasn’t a super classic Italian dish. If you’re not a fan of truffles or you’re looking for a more traditional Italian dish, you might want to order something like the Lasagna al Forno instead. Truffle Gnocchi The Plant-based Rigatoni Bolognese was made with semolina rigatoni and slowly braised ragu, and it was obvious that the chefs put a lot of love and care into this dish. It had a delicious meaty flavor despite having NO meat in it, and the pasta was delish, it was just a bit softer than al dente. Plant-based Rigatoni Bolognese We were really impressed by how well-made this dish was, and it’s an excellent option for plant-based eaters! Plant-based Rigatoni Bolognese And the Pizze Carni was made for meat lovers, topped with prosciutto, salami, sausage, and capicola. This was a well-made pizza that definitely tasted like it came from a pizza oven, with bubbly cheese and a nice, fluffy crust. Pizza Carni It had so much meat in it that it was almost too much for us, but it would surely please any meat lover. Note that some of the meat was a little too fatty for us, so keep that in mind if you’re not a fan of that kind of texture. Pizza Carni For dessert, we ordered the Panna Cotta, which came with fresh fruit and a florentine lace cookie for $10. It was SO good! Perfectly prepared, smooth, and melt-in-you-mouth good. It was rich in flavor and a little smoother than custard, with a sweetness of chocolate but in a lighter way, if that makes sense. Panna Cotta It doesn’t look like much but it WILL fill you up just like a big slice of chocolate cake! We loved the fresh berries on top but kind of wished there were more, and the cookie was like a carmelized sugar waver, and it added a nice sticky crunch. Panna Cotta Nosh or Not You should head to Trattoria al Forno if: You’re a big Italian food lover. There’s an excellent range of Italian dishes at Trattoria, and anyone who loves Italian food can surely find at least one dish they would like, or they could go a more adventurous route with the Truffle Gnocchi. You need a last-minute reservation. Trattoria frequently has open reservations and you may even be able to walk up to the restaurant without a reservation at non-peak meal times. Also, you don’t need a Disney World park ticket! You’re looking for a low-key but still upscale date night vibe. We loved how the restaurant had a nice balance of a classic Italian restaurant with an upscale feel, but it still had a relaxing and low-key atmosphere. You can skip the Italian food if: You’re looking for a light meal. Although we thought some of the dishes were lighter than other Italian meals we’ve had, it’s still Italian food, which means it might not be the meal you’re looking for. You want a quick dinner. Our meal was fairly long and leisurely, which we enjoyed, but if you’re looking for a fast sit-down meal, you should probably skip Trattoria. You’re interested in a fancy, very upscale dining experience. While we did feel like Trattoria had an upscale vibe, it’s not as upscale as some other Disney World restaurants, like Victoria & Albert’s, for example. If that’s what you’re looking for, you should probably find a different restaurant. Overall We were really impressed with this restaurant! We thought the food was prepared very intentionally and it wasn’t overly heavy, which some Italian food can be. Unless you go at peak meal times you can typically easily find a reservation or even just walk up to the restaurant, which is a major perk in Disney World. And we loved how the experience felt relaxed but still upscale! Trattoria al Forno Also, we want to note that the service was incredible! Our server, Alejandro, was attentive and helpful, and one of the best servers we’ve ever had in Disney World. We spoke with some people in the restaurant who said that they specifically head to Trattoria because they have also had such good experiences with the service there! More seating Because of its location on Disney’s BoardWalk, Trattoria is a quick walk from several Disney World hotels and also EPCOT, and you also have the option of taking the Skyliner to the EPCOT station and walking a short distance. You don’t need a Disney Park ticket to get to the BoardWalk, which means it’s also a good option on days you’re not heading to the parks. Benvenuto! So if you’re looking for a filling and tasty Italian meal in Disney World, consider heading to Trattoria al Forno! Keep following DFB for more Disney World restaurant news and reviews! Click here for the 17 best restaurants in Disney World in 2023! 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! Pre-Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 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! 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 how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-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 eaten at Trattoria al Forno? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: Some of the BEST Italian Food is HIDING in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Everywhere you look in Disney World, things are changing. Animal Kingdom Magic Kingdom is getting a new thrill ride, and EPCOT is undergoing a massive transformation that Disney hopes will revitalize the park. But with so many changes, there is a LOT to keep up with — so let’s take a look at the biggest Disney World construction updates you might have missed this week! Magic Kingdom TRON: Lightcycle Run We spotted some exciting ride vehicle testing over at TRON: Lightcycle Run this week! As the construction progresses, we’ve started to see more and more instances of the vehicles being tested throughout the track. TRON vehicle testing And over on the ground, things are starting to take shape. Lights have been added to the ramp railing, landscaping has been installed in some areas, and it looks like additional light posts have gone up in several spots as well. TRON construction Disney shared that TRON is scheduled to open sometime in Spring 2023, but we’ll let you know if we get any official dates any time soon — stay tuned! Learn More About TRON: Lightcycle Run EPCOT CommuniCore Hall and Plaza What looks like large steps or stairs have been installed at CommuniCore Plaza in the middle of EPCOT. Disney is working on turning this area into the hub for all things EPCOT festivals. They’ve even started construction on the CommuniCore Hall that will host special festival events and more. EPCOT construction We’re eager to see what CommuniCore Hall and Plaza look like when they’re finally completed, but for now we’ll have to settle for peeks over the fence on the monorail. Read More About CommuniCore Hall and Plaza Here Journey of Water – Inspired by Moana A GIANT update has come to Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana. The massive Te Fiti figure has been installed! We tried to get a peek at her over the construction fence… There she is!!! …and then got a better look from the monorail. You can see just how large this addition really is from this angle. Te Fiti More light posts (we think) have been installed throughout this attraction as well, and we’re really starting to see what it could look like when it all comes together. Uncovering the SECRETS of the New ‘Moana’ Attraction Coming to EPCOT Animal Kingdom Dinosaur Our pal Aladar has been hiding behind these pesky Disney construction shrubs for a while now. Dinosaur We’re not sure what’s going on with this area or how long it might stay like this, but you can still enjoy (or be terrified on) Dinosaur in the meantime! Hollywood Studios Woody’s Roundup Rodeo BBQ A small but mighty update has come to Woody’s Roundup Rodeo BBQ in Hollywood Studios! Toothpick flags with crayon stars have been installed at the top of the restaurant building! Whether this is an indication the restaurant will open on schedule by the end of this year is another story, though. Roundup Rodeo progress What You Should Know About Woody’s Roundup Rodeo BBQ We’ve got a great resource for you when you plan your NEXT Disney World trip – our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining. We wrote our ebook after decades of visiting Disney World, so that we could help you have a stress-free vacation! Click here and use code WDW2023 to get 25% off! It’s time to pre-order your DFB Guide! Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney World construction updates and more news. When Disney World Will Sell Out 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 Are you heading to Disney World in 2023? Let us know in the comments! The post A MASSIVE Update on Disney's 'Moana' Attraction, TRON, and More first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve been keeping a close eye on TRON Lightcycle Run in Magic Kingdom as the ride continues to get ready for its opening. TRON construction The new Tomorrowland ride will be making its official debut in spring 2023, and we’ve been bringing you the latest construction updates as we prepare for its arrival. As the ride gets ready to open, it has gone through a variety of different phases of testing the ride vehicles. And now we have an updated look at the latest phase of tests. The last time we spotted TRON testing, the ride vehicles weren’t empty — the seats were taken by water-filled dummies that mimic human bodies. TRON vehicle testing with dummies And Twitter user @bioreconstruct gave us an even closer look at that testing with up-close pictures! You’ll notice the weighted dummies have a backrest pushing them forward. The ride vehicles are similar to motorcycles, so guests will be leaning forward on the ride. ©@Bioreconstruct on Twitter @bioreconstruct also shared a look at the last car in the ride, which is a traditional lap bar seating as opposed to the rest of the forward-facing vehicles. 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! Pre-Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 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! 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 how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-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 this new roller coaster? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: The Latest Look at TRON Testing 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. Winter is the time for cuddling up with a mug of hot chocolate by the fireplace and marathoning your favorite movies. Cold weather means it’s time to snuggle! The best way to fully upgrade that experience is with a snuggly blanket! If you’re shopping for the kind of person who likes to coordinate everything, then they’ll need a Disney blanket to go with their Disney marathons. We pulled together a variety of blankets for you to check out! Remember those blankets that, when laid out, looked like mermaid tails? Well now there’s a new fantasy to achieve while hanging out on the couch! These Princess Blankets are designed to look like the gorgeous gowns of recognizable Disney women, like this beautiful recreation of Cinderella’s blue gown. Cinderella Disney Princess Dress Blanket You’ll be surprised at how detailed these blankets are. Treat a child in your life to a blanket featuring the gown of their favorite princess, which they can wear while watching the corresponding film. These are great for kids, and the thousands of reviewers would agree! Get this blanket or another princess design for $36.99. Click here to buy the Cinderella Disney Princess Dress Blanket! This is the funniest blanket we’ve ever seen! The iconic moment when Hans Solo was frozen might have been anxiety-inducing when we first watched the film, but looking back it’s become a pretty big meme as evidenced by this blanket. Han Solo Fleece Throw – Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back The Han Solo Fleece Throw features a simplistic doodle of the moment when the dashing explorer of the stars was rendered immobile and you can surprise a friend or family member with this amazing throw. They’re sure to get a kick out of it! Get this blanket from shopDisney for $59.99. Click here to buy the Han Solo Fleece Throw – Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back! With Avatar: The Way of Water coming out soon, we’re definitely feeling nostalgic for the gorgeous land of Pandora. This blanket features a stunning landscape painting of their otherworldly planet in the civilization’s signature cool color scheme. Pandora – The World of Avatar Throw The Pandora – The World of Avatar Throw would be the perfect gift for true fans of the franchise, or even those who miss visiting Pandora in Animal Kingdom. This throw is 60″ by 72,” perfect for sharing. Get this blanket from shopDisney for $39.99. Click here to buy the Pandora – The World of Avatar Throw! It’s kind of ironic to get something called Frozen to keep you warm, but it works! This Frozen 2 Plush Throw Blanket features sisters Anna and Elsa on a bright purple background. The characters appear in their outfits from Frozen 2, with Elsa looking wistful and Anna appearing excited and happy as usual! Disney Frozen 2 Plush Throw Blanket If you have a child who just can’t get enough of the Frozen franchise, they will be over the moon to receive this blanket for Christmas! It’s also the perfect size for kids and won’t completely overwhelm their frame. Get this blanket from Amazon for $16.70! Click here to buy the Disney Frozen 2 Plush Throw Blanket! If you’re searching for a gift for a hardcore Disney fan they’re sure to appreciate receiving this Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse ”Partners” Throw. The iconic Partners statue from the center of Magic Kingdom is the focal point of this design, and a poignant reminder to what Walt always said: “It all started with a mouse.” Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse ”Partners” Throw – Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary This cream colored throw has fancy tassels on either end (which kind of reminds us of Aladdin’s magic carpet!). It’s also part of the 50th anniversary merchandise collection, so that’s another great reason to purchase. This blanket is available for $74.99. Click here to buy the Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse ”Partners” Throw – Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary! Chances are you know someone who LOVES The Nightmare Before Christmas. They might actually be planning on watching it around this time of year (yes, some people consider it a Christmas film!) so wouldn’t it be a great to surprise them with this blanket for their annual viewing? Disney The Nightmare Before Christmas Spiral Hill Sherpa Throw – BoxLunch Exclusive The Disney The Nightmare Before Christmas Spiral Hill Sherpa Throw has the iconic scene between Sally and Jack on one side and nice fluffy Sherpa on the reverse. This blanket is exclusive to BoxLunch, meaning you won’t be able to find it anywhere else! BoxLunch is currently having a sale too, so you can get another item of equal or lesser value completely free with this purchase. The blanket itself is for sale for $39.90. Click here to buy the Disney The Nightmare Before Christmas Spiral Hill Sherpa Throw – BoxLunch Exclusive! After reading all of this, we’re just about ready to head on over to the couch and take a nap. Talk to you guys later! For more gift ideas, check out our master list of all the gift guides we are posting this holiday season! 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! Pre-Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 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! 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 how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-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. Let’s talk pillows. How many are the correct amount to have on your bed? Sound off in the comments! The post 6 Cozy Disney Blankets for Anyone on Your List 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. The Disney deals continue to get better and better! Holiday Merchandise! Disney is really giving us treats with these 12 Days of Magical Deals sales online. Yesterday we saw deals on home essentials, and there’s even a rare sale happening INSIDE the parks! Today, it gets even better — you can save up to 50% on holiday cheer items! Today’s magical deal on shopDisney means you can save up to 50% on over 150 holiday Disney items, like the Spider-Man Holiday Mug for only $9.99! ©Disney This Christmas tree mug features Spider-Man, Spider-Gwen, Miles Morales, Christmas lights, candy canes, and snowflakes. Grab the Spider-Man Holiday Mug here! The Mickey and Minnie Mouse Christmas Dooney & Bourke Satchel Bag is also on sale for $238.40! Dooney & Bourke Satchel Bag This holiday design features Mickey and Minnie participating in various holiday activities with reindeer friends. If you’ve been thinking about grabbing this bag, this deal is your sign! Buy the Mickey and Minnie Mouse Christmas Dooney & Bourke Satchel Bag here! We also spotted the Ewok Holiday Snow Globe Loungefly Crossbody Bag on sale for $42! ©Disney This adorable candy cane-themed bag has an Ewok in front of a Christmas tree surrounded by snowballs on the front. If you’re still looking for a gift for a Star Wars fan, this is a great option! Buy the Ewok Holiday Snow Globe Loungefly Crossbody Bag right here! There are TONS of other items on sale for today only, so check it out before it’s gone! Don’t miss the other Disney holiday merchandise that’s dropped online recently, and if you’re still in need of a few toys for gifts, there are some that will arrive before Christmas! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news. Here are 20 things DFB readers bought on Black Friday that are STILL on sale! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2022 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2022 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2022 Pre-Order 2023 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Guide All Three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out Everything Announced for the 2022 Holiday Season in Disney World Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Is Coming BACK in 2022 – Get the Latest Details Get All of the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events See How Much It Costs to Do Disney World at Christmas in 2022 Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What are you hoping will go on sale next? Tell us in the comments! The post HURRY! Save 50% (!!) on Disney Holiday Items first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Here at DFB, we like to consider ourselves experts on Disney merchandise! Disney World 50th Anniversary merchandise We check for new merchandise in Disney World every day, and we do our fair share of online shopping for the latest collectibles, accessories, apparel, and more. But there’s one place that you may not think to look for Disney items…a store that you probably have close nearby! We recently made a trip to a Dollar Tree location in Orlando to see what kind of Disney merchandise we could find inside the store where almost everything is $1.25. Throughout our explorations, we found 10 big things we think you might be interested in buying! Dollar Tree! First up, we’ve got some activity books! There’s a GIANT Avengers-themed coloring and activity book that all the little superhero fans will probably love. (That’s a great idea for keeping kiddos entertained on long car rides!) Avengers Activity Book If you have kiddos that like Disney Junior, this Vampirina book might also be a good choice! It has a combination of coloring and activity pages as well. Vampirina Activity Book We were expecting some Disney merchandise in the party supplies aisle, and we found it! There were several different Disney-themed gift bag designs to choose from. We spotted Minnie Mouse, Disney Princesses, Frozen, and Paw Patrol bags. Disney Gift Bags If you have kiddos who are learning counting or subtraction, we spotted some learning card sets with Disney characters on them. There was a Puppy Dog Pals set for counting from 1-20 and a Merida set for learning subtraction. That’ll make math a little more fun! Math Card Games Besides the activity books at the front of the store, we spotted some just regular coloring books in the back. These are inspired by Paw Patrol and The Mandalorian. How cute is that Grogu?! Coloring Books Another thing that your kids will love that comes in Paw Patrol and Baby Yoda designs? These nightlights! We also spotted some with the Disney Princesses and one with Anna and Elsa. Nightlights! Dollar Tree has a large selection of baby supplies, including these precious Disney Baby branded Mickey and Minnie Mouse bottles. Mickey and Minnie Bottles Are you sensing a trend here with Paw Patrol? We are! There’s also a toothbrush for little kiddos who are fans of the show. Paw Patrol Toothbrush Perhaps the most unusual thing we spotted in the store was this Donald Duck Fruit Punch. It’s a four-juice cocktail with Mickey’s pal plastered on the label. Donald Duck Beverage And finally, our 10th item is actually a bunch of different versions of the same thing — wrapping paper! In the holiday bins at the front of the store, we found a bunch of different Disney patterns. Mickey Santa wrapping paper One roll has Disney Princesses, including Moana and Aurora… A princess pattern …while another has Minnie Mouse in the holiday spirit! She’s wearing a cute little Santa hat with a bow on the front. Minnie Santa We even found some inspired by movies like The Nightmare Before Christmas, Lightyear, and Frozen 2. They’ve got a WIDE variety here! All kinds of assorted characters All in all, we had a pretty successful visit to Dollar Tree, and if you’re planning to go to pick up some Disney merch, the bill will be a lot smaller than if you were to shop in most other stores. Dollar Tree for the win! Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on all the must-have Disney merch! We’ll continue to share online sales and any interesting new items that we think you’ll want to know about. Where to Find the BEST Shirts Before You Go 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! Pre-Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 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! 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 how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-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 spotted any Disney merch in Dollar Tree? Tell us in the The post Top 10 Disney Dollar Tree Finds first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There’s always something new happening in Disney Springs. Coca-Cola Store We’ve recently spotted a new Vera Bradley collection and “The Rock”-inspired ice cream, and now we’ve got a bit of news we had to share ASAP — a new drink has arrived at the Coca-Cola Store in Disney Springs! Disney Springs has shared online that a new drink, The Arctic Fizz, is available right now! ©Coca Cola Store Twitter This sweet alcoholic drink features Fanta Blue Raspberry, Sprite, blue Curaçao, lemon juice, whipped cream, crushed rock candy, and coconut flakes. You also get to keep the cup, featuring the iconic Coca-Cola polar bears! Coca-Cola Rooftop Bar We make a habit of trying most of the new drinks at this location so you know if it’s worth your money. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! Check out all the menu changes and price increases that hit Disney World in November! 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 try this drink? Tell us in the comments! The post Rock Candy and Coconut?! You Have to See the New Drink in Disney Springs first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’ve flown anywhere over the past year or so, you’ll understand that the airline industry has been facing some unprecedented challenges. Flying could get a little more stressful today Some airlines have cut back on their flight schedules. Cancellations and delays seem to happen more often. Not to mention, weather is still a factor that affects flights. Orlando International Airport has warned passengers flying into and out of that airport that weather could cause delays today — but not in the way you think. Here’s what’s happening: recent severe weather happening along the Gulf Coast has affected jet fuel shipments to the Orlando International Airport, causing a fuel shortage. This could result in delayed flights. According to USA Today, a spokesperson for Orlando International Airport said, “Because of a shortage of fuel in Orlando that is impacting multiple airlines, we will add planned fuel stops on Sunday and Monday for some flights from Orlando. At this time we expect to operate our full schedule to get our customers to their destinations as planned.” ©Orlando International Airport Delta Airlines has also posted a statement on its website offering passengers the option to reschedule flights into or out of Orlando for later in the week without having to a change fee or fare difference. ©Delta Southwest Airlines have stated that their flights should not be affected. Other airlines have added stops in other cities to refuel their planes. The good news is that the weather has improved and ships with jet fuel are on their way. However, they are running late, so passengers flying into or out of Orlando should bring some patience with them to the airport. According to a statement given to USA Today, the airport might be facing delays up through 7PM on Tuesday. Orlando International Airport If you’ve got kiddos in your traveling party, be sure to have snacks and entertainment on hand. Download your favorite shows from your favorite streaming services and prepare to wait. You’ll also want to keep an eye on your airline’s website and/or app to stay updated on flight status — if there’s an option to sign up for text alerts, that’s always a good idea, too! If you want to do some planning before your flight (or even on the plane!), check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining. We’ve compiled all of our BEST tips and tricks from years of Disney World travel into one eBook that you can download to your tablet or smartphone and take with you! We’re offering our readers 25% off with code WDW2023. 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! Pre-Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 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! 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 how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-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 flying into or out of Orlando International Airport today? Let us know in the comments! The post Orlando Airport Cautions That Jet Fuel Shortage May Cause Delays first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re headed to Disney World in 2023, there’s a lot to look forward to. Magic Kingdom We’re excited to see the celebration of The Walt Disney Company’s 100th anniversary, the opening of TRON Lightcycle Run in Spring 2023, and the Figment meet-and-greet, to name a few. But there are also a few things we’re DREADING. Find out all about it here! The End of the 50th Anniversary Celebrations Disney World has been celebrating its 50th Anniversary for over a year now, but the huge party will be coming to an end on March 31st, 2023. This event has brought new shows, merchandise, snacks, and more to the parks, and we haven’t heard yet how much of that will end with the anniversary’s official end date. 50th Anniversary Cinderella Castle There are some very tasty 50th Anniversary snacks in the parks right now (we’re looking at you, Tropical Serenade Dole Whip), and we’ll be sad to see those go if they’re removed from the menus after March 31st. The Tropical Serenade is a MUST! Will Disney Enchantment at Magic Kingdom and EPCOT’s Harmonious nighttime shows go away as well? Disney hasn’t officially said whether they’ll end in March, so we’ll be watching for updates. We do know, however, that a new fireworks show will debut in EPCOT in late 2023 to celebrate The Walt Disney Company’s 100th anniversary, but whether Harmonious will run until then or end after March 31st is yet to be announced. Learn more about Disney World’s 50th anniversary celebrations here. Skyliner Closure The Disney Skyliner is a super convenient way to travel around Disney World, with stations connecting EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, as well as hotels including Caribbean Beach Resort, Riviera Resort, Pop Century, and Art of Animation. Disney Skyliner In 2023, the Skyliner will close for refurbishment from January 22nd to 29th, which isn’t terribly long but could impact your trip if you’re visiting between those dates. During the closure, you can still use other methods of Disney transportation, such as buses and the Monorail, or you can opt to use rideshare services on your own. Read more about the 2023 Skyliner closure here! Splash Mountain Closure This is one that we are actually super excited about. In 2023, Splash Mountain will close for a lengthy process of re-theming. The ride will be renamed Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, and it will feature a brand new Princess and the Frog storyline! While we can’t wait to go on the new ride, we’re sad that this attraction will be closed for basically all of 2023. Splash Mountain Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is scheduled to open sometime in late 2024, and Splash Mountain will close in Magic Kingdom on January 23rd, 2023. No reopening date has been announced yet, so it’s likely that Splash Mountain will remain closed through the end of 2023 and most of 2024. If you want to ride Splash Mountain before it closes, you need to visit Magic Kingdom by January 22nd. ©Disney The story of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will pick up right after the events of The Princess and the Frog, after Tiana and Prince Naveen kiss. The ride will feature lots of characters from the movie as they prepare for a Mardi Gras performance! We’ll be watching closely for more announcements regarding Splash Mountain’s transformation. Click here to read more about Tiana’s Bayou Adventure! Genie+ Surge Pricing Not long ago, Disney announced that Genie+ would be subject to surge pricing going forward. Instead of the flat rate of $15 per person, per day, we have since seen prices range from $15 all the way to $29 on peak dates, such as Thanksgiving. This change began on October 11th, 2022, and it’s expected to continue throughout 2023. Expedition Everest Lightning Lane Genie+ is the new paid FastPass system in both Disney World and Disneyland, and with the surge pricing, it can get quite pricey depending on how many people are in your group. You must purchase Genie+ on a daily basis in order to access the much faster Lightning Lanes, which can put a huge dent in your budget. Tower of Terror Lightning Lane Genie+ prices are announced daily in the My Disney Experience app but you can prepare by assuming that peak dates, including weekends, holidays, school breaks, and big events will likely price Genie+ on the higher end of the spectrum. If you want the best chance at paying $15 for Genie+, make sure you visit during less popular times. Read more about Genie+ surge pricing here! Park Ticket Surge Pricing In addition to Genie+ surge pricing, Disney World tickets are now also subject to price changes depending on the day. With 1-day, 1-park tickets, each Disney Park now costs a different amount. Magic Kingdom entrance You can read below for the price ranges: Disney’s Animal Kingdom — $109-$159 (prices stayed about the same) Disney’s Hollywood Studios — $124-$179 EPCOT — $114-$179 Magic Kingdom — $124-$189 The parks can fill up! This change went into effect on December 8th, 2022, and will also likely continue throughout 2023. Like Genie+, peak pricing will correlate with popular times to visit Disney World, so you CAN avoid the peak dates and thus save some cash. Otherwise, make sure you budget accordingly if you’re visiting during a busy time. Learn more about Disney World park ticket pricing here! Big Crowds Disney World has been very busy during this holiday season, and we’d expect nothing less. 2023 is going to bring some exciting changes to Disney World, and those changes are usually accompanied by big crowds! Crowds in Hollywood Studios For example, we’re expecting to see lots of people in Magic Kingdom once TRON: Lightcycle Run opens in the Spring. And speaking of TRON, this coaster will likely have a virtual queue (as most newly opened Disney attractions have lately), so we’re not looking forward to battling it out for a spot in that high-demand queue. TRON construction And although Disney hasn’t announced many 100th anniversary events in Disney World yet (most of them are taking place in Disneyland), there may still be lots of people heading to the park to celebrate that occasion. Disney 100 Logo At D23 Expo Other openings that we don’t yet have dates for (like the Roundup Rodeo BBQ restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios) could also bring big crowds to the parks. Click here to learn more about Disney’s 100th anniversary celebration here! Playing the Waiting Game There are a few things that will potentially open or reopen in 2023, and we’re just going to be playing a waiting game until Disney announces official dates for those experiences. For example, the Roundup Rodeo BBQ restaurant at Disney’s Hollywood Studios was supposed to open in 2022, but it’s looking like that one will have to wait until 2023. When its doors will finally open to guests is still a mystery for now! ©Disney Roundup Rodeo BBQ concept art We’re excited to see the new Cake Bake Shop at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, which is supposed to open in 2023 as well. But as for an exact date? We can only speculate for now. @TheCakeBakeShop via Instagram Some restaurants and other spots still haven’t reopened after the COVID-19 closures, such as Restaurant Marrakesh in EPCOT and Afternoon Tea at Garden View Team Room at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. These don’t have reopening dates yet. Restaurant Marrakesh We’ll keep watching for more updates from Disney, and of course we’ll let you know when we hear anything about opening or reopening dates! Click here to learn more about Roundup Rodeo BBQ. Annual Pass Renewals If you haven’t renewed your Annual Pass for Disney World recently, get ready to spend just a little bit more in 2023. Price increases for Annual Passes went into effect on December 8th, and that includes price increases for renewals. Annual Passholder sign Here’s a look at the new prices for Annual Passes: Incredi-Pass: Old price: $1,299 — New price as of December 8th, 2022: $1,399 Sorcerer Pass: Old price: $899 — New price as of December 8th, 2022: $969 Pirate Pass: Old price: $699 — New price as of December 8th, 2022: $749 Pixie Dust Pass: Old and new price: $399 (no price change there) Annual Passholder Entrance Disney announced that Annual Passholders will get the same percentage discount as before, which means that renewal prices increased with the December 8th changes. Increases are between $43 and $100, depending on the pass type. Learn all about Annual Pass renewals here. Heading to Disney World in 2023? We’ve got a great resource for you when you plan your next Disney World trip – our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining. We wrote our ebook after decades of visiting Disney World, so that we could help you have a stress-free vacation! Click here and use code WDW2023 to get 25% off! It’s time to pre-order your DFB Guide! And stay tuned to DFB for more tips and all the latest Disney news. Here’s when Disney World will sell out 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? 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We love when Casey’s Corner in Magic Kingdom releases fun, seasonal hot dogs throughout the year, and we love it, even more, when Disney shares the recipe so we can make it at home! Casey’s Corner Disney recently released the recipe for this Holiday Dinner Hot Dog, and it is loaded with seasonal favorites like cranberry mustard, stuffing funnel cake, and CHEESE CURDS! If you are feeling adventurous, follow along to see the full recipe below! This recipe is FILLING and serves eight, so keep that in mind when you’re prepping this meal! Holiday Dinner Hot Dog at Casey’s Corner Ingredients CRANBERRY MUSTARD 1 cup cranberry sauce 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon water SAVORY FUNNEL CAKE CRISPS Oil, for frying 1/3 cup milk 1 egg 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley 1/8 teaspoon onion powder 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon dried sage 1/8 teaspoon celery salt HOT DOGS 8 hot dog buns 8 all-beef hot, cooked according to package instructions Reserved funnel cake crisps 8 ounces cheese curds, coarsely chopped Reserved cranberry mustard 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder Instructions FOR CRANBERRY MUSTARD: Combine cranberry sauce, Dijon mustard, and water in a small mixing bowl. Whisk to combine until smooth. Transfer to a small squeeze bottle; refrigerate until ready to serve. FOR SAVORY FUNNEL CAKE CRISPS: With caution, heat 2 inches of oil in a large frying pan or Dutch oven to 350ºF. Combine milk, egg, sugar, and vanilla in a medium bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, chicken bouillon powder, dried parsley, onion powder, garlic powder, dried sage, and celery salt. Slowly stir into the milk mixture and mix until smooth. Transfer to a piping bag or squeeze bottle. Carefully hold piping bag or squeeze bottle above oil and squeeze half of the batter into the pan, using a swirling motion to create desired shape. Fry for 1-2 minutes, carefully flip with tongs and fry one additional minute. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining batter. Cool for 5-10 minutes, then cut into 1-inch strips. FOR HOT DOGS: Place hot dog inside of bun. Top each hot dog with a few funnel cake strips, 1/4 cup of cheese curds, and 2 tablespoons cranberry mustard. Sprinkle with chicken bouillon powder. Casey’s Holiday Hot Dog with CHEESE CURDS Are you as excited as we are to give this recipe a shot? Let us know! You can find our review of this holiday dog from Casey’s Corner here! Looking for more Disney recipes you can make at home? Find them 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! Pre-Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 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! 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 how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-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 you favorite holiday treat at Disney World this year? Let us know in the comments below! The post DISNEY RECIPE: How to Make the Casey's Corner Holiday Dinner Hot Dog at Home! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We couldn’t imagine a better time to visit Disney World hotels. Riviera Resort Mickey Gingerbread Cookie Between the decorations and Christmas trees, the gingerbread displays, and new snacks, the holiday season is the perfect time to resort hop if you have time! But there’s a lot more going on at the hotels, too, so let’s see what kind of updates we have for you! Riviera Food Updates Le Petit Cafe THREE new holiday snacks have arrived at Le Petit Cafe, and you know us — we HAD to try them. First, was the Chocolate Peppermint Mousse for $6.49. It’s made with dark chocolate mousse with a white chocolate peppermint mousse center, brownie base, peppermint marshmallow, and a truffle on top. Also, it looks like a Santa hat! It’s cute AND tasty! Chocolate Peppermint Mousse We also checked out the Riviera Resort Gingerbread Cookie for $4.49. This is a Mickey-shaped gingerbread cookie with a sugar glaze with a dark chocolate back. This isn’t our favorite cookie in Disney World, and the dark chocolate was BITTER. It was also very crumbly. But be sure to try it for yourself! It’s starting to fall apart! We also tried the Panettone for $7.99. This is an Italian sweet bread with lemon flavoring and yellow raisins. We thought the bread was tasty, but it was also very dry. Panettone Be sure to try it out, though, for yourself while it’s still available. Read our full review of the Panettone here Riviera Merchandise Updates La Boutique We found a few new clothing items here. There’s a Tommy Bahama Jacket with “Disney’s Riviera Resort” on the front… Front …and “La Vita Bella” on the back. It’s $150. Back There’s also a new Tommy Bahama Women’s Sleeveless Shirt. Women’s shirt This shirt is $70. See Which Disney World Hotel Is Going All Out for the Holidays! Caribbean Beach Food Updates Centertown Market Grab & Go Some new seasonal items are available here, including a Traditional Rum Cake for $5.99 and a Walking in a Plant-Based Snowland Cupcake for $5.49. Seasonal snacks You can also get a Gingerbread Crab!!! It’s a gingerbread crab The crab cookie is $4.99. Here’s The Best Airport To Use For a Disney World Trip Art of Animation Food Updates Drop-Off Pool Bar A new cocktail is available. It’s a Jolly Colada. It’s basically a pina colada with a fancy hat. Jolly Colada The Jolly Colada is $14. What Are Disney World Crowds Like in January? Find Out Here! Landscape of Flavors More holiday snacks have turned up here, including the Deer Holly-day Cupcake for $5.99 and the Walking in a Plant-Based Snowland Cupcake for $5.49. More holiday snacks If there’s a holiday in Disney World, you can guarantee there’s a cupcake to celebrate it! There’s a Weird Problem on Disney World Menus — Find Out What It Is Here Pop Century Food Updates Petals Pool Bar You can now get a Winter-rita for $14.50. It’s made with Termana Blanco Tequila, Triple Sec, White Grap, and Lime Juice with a Red Salt Rim and Lime Wheel. Winter-rita You can also get the Rum Rum Reindeer for $16.50. Rum Rum Reindeer This drink is made with Fireball, Captain Morgan Rum, Cranberry Juice, Pomegranate Juice, Grand Marnier, Monin Vanilla Syrup, and Ginger Beer with a fresh Lime. Here Are The Best Disney World Snacks for Every Budget Everything Pop The Deer Holly-day Cupcake and Walking in a Plant-Based Snowland Cupcake are available here, too. These Cupcakes are here, too! A Maple Pot de Creme is also available. Maple Pot de Creme It’s $5.49. Here Are The 4 Best Things to Do in Disney World in December Animal Kingdom Lodge Food Updates Maji Pool Bar Maji Pool Bar just got three new food items, including the Shrimp Bakuli made with chilled poached shrimp, pickled carrots, edamame, and Basmati rice, with berbere aïoli for $14.99. Not only does this LOOK good, but it tastes good, too! Wow — This Is So Colorful! We also got to try the Spiced Pork Nachos, which are tortilla chips topped with spiced pork, beans, herbed crema, and kachumbari for $10.49. This dish has some great flavors — but be warned, it does pack a little bit of heat! Look at Those Nachos! Next, we dug into the Short Rib Grilled Cheese for $12.99, which is made with braised beef short ribs that are cooked with a house-made spice blend, tamarind, and red wine. The Grilled Cheese This one ALSO packed a bunch of wonderful flavors, but let’s face it — we almost like anything with the word “cheese” in it. Read our full reviews for all three! The Mara The Mara also got some new dishes! The Marinated Sun-dried Tomato and Herbed Ricotta Flatbread for $11.79. This dish is made with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh herb ricotta, tomato sauce, a four-cheese blend, and arugula. It is delicious! YUM! Some new bowls are also available, including the Chermoula-spiced Shrimp Bowl for $14.49, which comes with grilled shrimp, pilau rice, kale slaw, cucumber-tomato salad, and chermoula sour cream. This tasted so fresh, and it’s another hit with us. Shrimp Bowl Finally, we tasted the Oak-grilled Chicken Bowl comes with marinated chicken thighs that are slow-roasted over the oak-fired spit for $12.99. We don’t know how Animal Kingdom Lodge did it, but this one wowed us, too! Oak-Grilled Chicken bowl Try all these new dishes if you get a chance! Read the reviews here! Polynesian Merchandise Updates Moana Mercantile This Bambi Pencil Holder is so cute — it’s $22.99. For your pencils We also found an “I Will Never Get Over This” PopSocket for $16.99… Same! …a Pascal Hand Sanitizer Keychain for $14.99… Pascal! ….a Hercules Hand Sanitizer Keychain for $14.99… Herc …and a Minnie Mouse Hand Sanitizer Keychain. Sweet Minnie! Minnie is $11.99. UPDATE! Here’s What Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Changes Look Like Now BouTiki You can get a Polynesian Dress for $108… Dress! …a Polynesian 50th Anniversary Glass for $17.99… The Polynesian is 50 years old, too! …and a Polynesian Sweatshirt. New comfy sweatshirt The sweatshirt is $44.99. Here’s The Polynesian Village vs. Animal Kingdom Lodge Resort Guide for Disney World in 2023 Grand Floridian Merchandise Updates M. Mouse Mercantile Kids can get a new Lion Touch Helmet for $14.99… Cool play helmet …a Lion Touch Cape for $19.95… A cape fit for a knight in training …and a Lion Touch Sword. A mighty sword The sword is $14.99. Here’s The Full Menu and Prices For The 2022 Grand Floridian Gingerbread House in Disney World Sandy Cove Gifts and Sundries We’re starting to see these cute Holiday Resort Mugs at some of the hotels. Here’s the Grand Floridian Mug. LOVE these mugs This mug is $24.99. Here’s A Contemporary vs. Grand Floridian Resort Guide for Disney World in 2023 Curiouser Clothiers You can now get a Grand Floridian Loungefly purse for $75… New purse! …a Grand Floridian Loungefly Wallet Bag for $70… It’s a wallet bag! …a Grand Floridian Wine Tumbler for $24.99… Fun wine tumbler …a Vineyard Vines Grand Floridian Polo Shirt for $98… Polo shirt …a Vineyard Vines Grand Floridian Pullover for $135… Pullover …and an Alex and Ani 50th Anniversary Bracelet. 50th anniversary bracelet The bracelet is $54.99. Check Out The MASSIVE Grand Floridian Gingerbread House! Contemporary Resort Merchandise Updates We found a new Black Panther Plush! Black Panther! The plush is $29.99. Tour a Fireworks View Room at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Bayview Gifts We found a Contemporary Resort Holiday Mug here for $24.99. There’s one here, too! We also found a Holiday Bowl Set of Four for $44.99… Festive bowls …a Mickey Jacket for $140… New Mickey track jacket …Minnie Mouse Native Shoes for $59.99… The shoes for Minnie fans! …a Mickey Wedding Ornament for $39.99… Groom Mickey …a Minnie Wedding Ornament for $39.99… Bride Minnie …a Toy Story Aliens Ornament for $24.99… OoOoOoOh …and an Alex and Ani Beauty and the Beast Bangle. Beauty and the Beast bracelet The bangle is $49.99. Is the Fireworks Dining Party at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Worth the HEFTY Price Tag? Are you trying to decide which Disney World hotel to stay at during your next trip? Be sure to search our site — we’ve done plenty of room tours and rankings about all the various hotel options at the resort! Don’t forget the special deals and discounts that are currently available — you can check them 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! Pre-Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 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! 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 how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-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 a favorite Disney World hotel during the holidays? Tell us all about it in the comments! The post What's New at Disney World Hotels: New Reasons To Eat Your Way Around the Hotels 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. The clock is ticking and Christmas is getting closer — how much of your shopping is done? Princesses! If you’re still looking for ideas, there are some great Disney board games available at Target, tons of Amazon deals, and lots of holiday Disney merchandise is online now. We spotted an AWESOME deal on Amazon that you’ve gotta see if you’ve got a kiddo who loves princesses — and it arrives before Christmas! The Disney Princess Fashion Doll Castle is currently on sale for 35% off, so you can get it for $71.99! ©Amazon This two-story dollhouse comes with 6 furniture pieces — a sofa, vanity, stool, wardrobe, shell-inspired chair, and a bean bag chair. There are also 16 additional accessories included as well — 3 hangers that can hang in the wardrobe, a spoon, fork, pretend food accessories, a book, 4 different drink cups, a chip bag, a bottle, and a chandelier. ©Amazon No dolls are included with the castle and are sold separately. We don’t know how long this deal will last, so grab it now while you can! Buy the Disney Princess Fashion Doll Castle here! In fact, it’s not a bad idea to check some of those Black Friday items you wanted to grab because some of them are still on sale! If you’ve got an ultimate Disney fan who you’re shopping for, they’ll love these shoes, and Disney adults of all ages will love these 15 gifts! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news and gift ideas. Wondering when the cutoff is to order for Christmas? We can help! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2022 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2022 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2022 Pre-Order 2023 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Guide All Three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out Everything Announced for the 2022 Holiday Season in Disney World Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Is Coming BACK in 2022 – Get the Latest Details Get All of the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events See How Much It Costs to Do Disney World at Christmas in 2022 Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you excited to celebrate the holidays? Tell us in the comments! The post A Disney Princess Playset Is On SALE on Amazon (And It'll Arrive Before Christmas)! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There is just so much to see and do in Disney World — and we often invite you along to see and do a lot of stuff with us! Josh Gad From hotel room tours to eating our way around festivals to trying out ALL the holiday snacks, we like to bring you along on our journey through the resort. But this time, we’re inviting you to explore Disney World with a Disney celebrity, Josh Gad, the voice of Olaf!!! You see, Josh Gad is at Disney World RIGHT NOW! And he’s posting photos and videos to social media sharing his experience with his fans! He put in a little time at Magic Kingdom riding Splash Mountain! We love the screaming here and that SPLASH. It looks like Josh is having the time of his life in Disney World. We get it — there’s so much fun stuff to do. If you’d like to follow along with his adventures, be sure to follow him on Instagram and TikTok. He’s one of our favorite Disney celebrities to follow on social media! Also, be sure to follow US on social media, too! You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. You’ll also want to subscribe to DFB on YouTube so you don’t miss a single video! How to Increase Your Chances of Seeing a Celebrity 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! Pre-Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 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! 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 how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-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 spotted a celebrity in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post Explore Disney World With Josh Gad (AKA Olaf)! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

What’s your favorite part of the holidays in Disney World? Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Is it Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party? Maybe it’s EPCOT’s International Festival of the Holidays or trying all the holiday snacks around the parks and resorts. If you’re a fan of seeing all the decorations, we suggest stopping over to Disney’s Yacht Club Resort to see a truly amazing Christmas Village set up! In the lobby of Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, you can find this Christmas Village with a model train! There’s even a small schedule to tell you when the train will run, which we think is just too cute. The schedule The village features lots of snowy trees on the side of the display… The side of the village …while the back features buildings like a water tower, Coca-Cola building, billboards, and more! So cute! We expect that this village will be up at least through December 25th, so if you’re visiting the parks during this holiday season, we suggest stopping by and seeing this beauty in person. Animal Kingdom Lodge Amazing additions like these are why we suggest resort hopping during the holidays. There’s just so much to see and eat!! If you plan on resort hopping, we also suggest visiting the Swan & Dolphin Resorts to see them go all out for the holidays, try one of the snacks at Disney’s Riviera Resort, and don’t miss all the amazing gingerbread displays! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney holiday news. See a FULL list of gingerbread displays in Disney World here! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2022 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2022 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2022 Pre-Order 2023 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Guide All Three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out Everything Announced for the 2022 Holiday Season in Disney World Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Is Coming BACK in 2022 – Get the Latest Details Get All of the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events See How Much It Costs to Do Disney World at Christmas in 2022 Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What’s your favorite part of the holidays in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post Why You Should Add Disney's Yacht Club to Your Resort Hopping List Right NOW first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The holidays are in full swing at Disney World and now we’re back with another look at the wait times! It’s the holiday season in Disney World! While the week of Thanksgiving brought high crowds, the week following the holiday was much quieter, although Disney World wasn’t exactly empty. And now that we’re getting closer to Christmas, have the wait times started to increase yet? Let’s find out! If you don’t want to wait in traditional ride standby lines, Genie+ is the best way to get around that. But unlike the now discontinued FastPass system, Genie+ will cost you anywhere between $15 and $29 per person, per day (or more), depending on the day. That’s an expensive investment that can add up fast! Using Disney Genie+! With the purchase of Genie+, you get to use Lightning Lanes instead of standby lines, and you can save quite a bit of time by avoiding long wait times. But as you’re deciding whether or not Genie+ would work for you or your group, we recommend taking a look at ride wait times. Splash Mountain Lightning Lane The best way to do this is to make a list of all your favorite rides, and then as you scroll down you can check out their average wait times during this past week. If most of your rides have high wait times, Genie+ may be a good option. Scroll down for all the average wait times of every Disney World ride this past week. Magic Kingdom Let’s begin with Magic Kingdom, where Seven Dwarfs Mine Train had the longest average wait time at 67 minutes! It averaged 64 minutes last week, so that’s a bit of an increase. Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Next, Jungle/Jingle Cruise averaged 60 minutes and Peter Pan’s Flight averaged 57 minutes. After that, the ride averages put Haunted Mansion at 40 minutes, Space Mountain at 36 minutes, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at 32 minutes, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at 32 minutes, Splash Mountain at 32 minutes, Pirates of the Caribbean at 26 minutes, and the Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh at 26 minutes. Jingle Cruise After that, the Astro Orbiter averaged 23 minutes, “it’s a small world” averaged 21 minutes, Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid averaged 19 minutes, and Magic Carpets of Aladdin averaged 16 minutes. The Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini, Dumbo the Flying Elephant, Tomorrowland Speedway, and Prince Charming Regal Carrousel all averaged 14 minutes. Journey of the Little Mermaid Next, Mickey’s PhilharMagic averaged 12 minutes and the Mad Tea Party averaged 11 minutes. The Enchanted Tiki Room, the Carousel of Progress, the Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse, and the Liberty Square Riverboat all averaged 5 minutes. Mickey’s PhilharMagic The Hall of Presidents averaged a wait time of 1 minute, while the Country Bear Jamboree and Tom Sawyer Island averaged no wait. 5 places to escape in Magic Kingdom when your anxiety is through the roof! EPCOT Over in EPCOT, the ride with the longest average wait time was Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, with an average wait time of 79 minutes, compared to last week’s average of 71 minutes. Frozen Ever After had an average wait time of 73 minutes, which was an increase from last week’s average of 64 minutes. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Next, we have Test Track at 55 minutes and Soarin’ at 41 minutes, and Spaceship Earth at 15 minutes. Mission: SPACE, Living with the Land, and The Seas with Nemo and Friends all averaged 13 minutes. Test Track Turtle Talk with Crush averaged 12 minutes, and Journey into Imagination and Gran Fiesta Tour averaged 11 minutes. Journey into Imagination with Figment 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. See the HUGE addition to the new Moana attraction in EPCOT! Hollywood Studios Now let’s take a trip over to Hollywood Studios where for the fourth week in a row, Tower of Terror topped the list with an average wait time of 98 minutes, compared to last week’s average of 94 minutes. Rise of the Resistance came in second place with an average of 93 minutes, while Slinky Dog Dash took third place with an average of 88 minutes. Tower of Terror Next, Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway averaged 66 minutes, Toy Story Mania averaged 64 minutes, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run averaged 60 minutes, and Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster featuring Aerosmith averaged 59 minutes. Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run After that, Alien Swirling Saucers averaged 36 minutes, Star Tours – The Adventures Continue averaged 18 minutes, Walt Disney Presents averaged 17 minutes, Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy averaged 14 minutes, and Muppet*Vision 3D averaged 10 minutes. 22,000 fans rank all the rides in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Animal Kingdom Finally, let’s visit Animal Kingdom, where Avatar Flight of Passage had the longest average wait time of 102 minutes. Last week, the average was 85 minutes. Flight of Passage Next up was Na’vi River Journey at 64 minutes, Kilimanjaro Safaris at 58 minutes, Expedition Everest at 27 minutes, DINOSAUR at 16 minutes, and Kali River Rapids at 14 minutes. Expedition Everest It’s Tough to Be a Bug averaged 12 minutes and Triceratop Spin averaged 10 minutes. Both The Boneyard and Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail averaged no wait time. The five best rides at Animal Kingdom — and the five worst! Overall, wait times slightly increased this week, which is to be expected as we get closer to Christmas. If you’re planning a visit to Disney World soon, you might want to consider getting Genie+ as wait times continue to increase. Christmas in Magic Kingdom Keep following DFB for more Disney World news and updates! Find out why it will cost you MORE to Park Hop 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 What’s your favorite ride in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post What Wait Times Really Look Like in Disney World in December first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s the holiday season in Disney World, which means there’s a lot to do! Magic Kingdom You can eat around the world at Festival of the Holidays in EPCOT, see Santa in the parade at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Magic Kingdom, and see all the fun decorations around the resort. All of this festiveness brings out a lot of people to the parks, so you need to be prepared if you’re going soon! Come along with us to take a look at the park hours and park pass availability for next week in Disney World! Magic Kingdom Park Hours We’re starting in Magic Kingdom, where on December 12th, 14th, and 17th the park will be open from 9AM to 11PM. On December 11th, 13th, 15th, and 16th, Magic Kingdom will be open from 8AM to 6PM due to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, which runs from 7PM to 12AM on those dates. ©Disney On December 14th, Extended Evening Hours (for qualifying Disney World Resort hotel guests) are scheduled from 11PM to 1AM. EPCOT Park Hours EPCOT will be open from 9AM to 9:30PM from December 11th to the 17th. ©Disney Extended Evening Hours will take place on December 12th from 9:30PM to 11:30PM. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Park Hours Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be open from 8:30AM to 9PM all week. ©Disney If you want to park hop in Disney World right now, you have to have a Park Pass Reservation to start your day and you have to wait until after 2PM to scan into your second park (you have to go to your first park first!). An easy way to travel between EPCOT and Hollywood Studios is via the Disney Skyliner! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park Hours And Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be open from 8AM to 8PM on December 11th. On December 12th & 17th, the park will be open from 8AM to 7PM. And, the park will be open from 9AM to 7PM on December 13th, 14th, 15th, & 16th. ©Disney Now, let’s check out the availability of Park Passes next week! Park Pass Reservation Availability The Disney World Park Pass availability calendar is divided by theme park tickets, resort hotels, and Annual Passes. For visitors with Theme Park Tickets, Magic Kingdom is booked up for December 12th. The rest of the week is fully available. ©Disney If you’re staying at a Disney World hotel, the availability is the same as it is with the theme park tickets. Magic Kingdom is booked up for December 12th. The rest of the week is fully available. ©Disney If you’re a Disney World Annual Passholder you have a different calendar of park pass availability. Next week, the Incredi-Pass has no blockout dates with full park availability except for on December 11th, 12th, & 14th, when Magic Kingdom isn’t available. ©Disney Sorcerer Passholders is the same thing — there is full park availability except for on December 11th, 12th, & 14th, when Magic Kingdom isn’t available. December 17th is also blocked out. ©Disney If you have the Pirate Pass, December 16th & 17th are blocked out, and Magic Kingdom is unavailable for December 12th & 14th. ©Disney And, the Pixie Dust Pass is blocked on December 11th, 16th & 17th. Magic Kingdom is unavailable on December 12th & 14th. ©Disney And that’s what you need to know about Disney World’s park hours and Park Pass availability for next week! We’ve got a great resource for you when you plan your NEXT Disney World trip – our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining. We wrote our ebook after decades of visiting Disney World so that we could help you have a stress-free vacation!Click here and use code WDW2022 to get 25% off! DFB Guide If you’re planning a Disney World trip right now, take a look at the hardest dining reservations to get in 2023, 5 ways to save $1,000 on your Disney trip (Really!), and what to do if you can’t get the Disney World hotel reservation you wanted. Stay tuned to DFB for everything you need to know to plan your next Disney World trip! 18 Disney World Secrets Even Locals Don’t Know 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! Pre-Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 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! 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 how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-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. When is your next trip to Disney World? Tell us in the comments! Walt Disney World, Park Pass Reservation, Park Hours, December 2022, Holidays, EPCOT, Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, Annual Passes, Incredi-Pass, Pirate Pass, Sorcerer Pass, Pixie Dust Pass, Disney The post Magic Kingdom Sold Out for Several Days Next Week in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The day has finally come! We love the Dapper Dans! Dapper Day is a day when Disney guests are encouraged to come to the parks participating in their best attire. Back in May, EPCOT had a Dapper Day that we loved going to, but now a holiday version is here. Let’s check out some of the amazing outfits we’ve seen in the parks today, and see where you can grab some Dapper Day merchandise! This holiday season, you can celebrate Dapper Day in Hollywood Studios on December 10th, and in Animal Kingdom on December 11th! You can also visit the exclusive Dapper Day pop-up shop in Disney Springs at Tren-D inside the Marketplace Co-Op on December 8th and 10th from 10AM-11PM, and December 9th and 11th from 10AM to 11:30PM. @teachreadwear @rose.enchantee @jengator @g8rsaxy @katherine0186 Walking around today, we’ve seen some AMAZING outfits, so of course, we had to share them with you. Look at these adorable red plaid outfits! Looking good, ladies! @runnergirl And look at those poses! These Dapper Dan Day Disney fans are true naturals. @justkrysten We love seeing groups and/or couples take on this challenge together! @where.science.meets_.magic These Dapper Days are holiday-themed, and we loved seeing how creative people got with their outfits. Loving the holiday style, @vintagetwirlygirl and @slave1millie Dapper Days have already been announced for 2023, so you can plan ahead if you want to take part in this event next year. If you’re already planning a 2023 trip, be sure to keep an eye on these dates that are sure to sell out, and get ready to celebrate Disney’s 100th Anniversary! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news. Here’s why you need to buy your 2023 Disney World tickets NOW! 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 Have you ever attended a Dapper Day? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Fans Are Going ALL OUT for Dapper Day in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

EPCOT is decked out for the festive season right now, with Festival of the Holidays in full swing. Although there’s a lot to do in this park between the food booths, entertainment, Cookie Stroll, and more, there’s one attraction that’s been CLOSED for a long time now. EPCOT Could next week FINALLY be the week it reopens? We’re seeing some clues that have us hoping! Here’s a full list of all the temporary closures in Disney World this coming week, including updates about announced or possible reopenings. But before we get to the closures…do you already have your bags packed for your trip? If you’re going to visit Disney World soon, you’ll need the perfect outfit to wear into the parks! We’ve got a lot of great tees and sweatshirts (including some holiday designs!) at our online DFB store — Click here to check out our whole merch line. Matching shirts for the whole family! Now that you’re ready with the perfect Disney ‘fits, check out our full list of what’s going to be CLOSED in Disney World next week. Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World Railroad It certainly looks like the Walt Disney World Railroad could reopen soon. We’ve seen the train testing several times in the park (including at the construction site for TRON Lightcycle Run), and Disney even released a video of an engineer operating one of the engines. Railroad testing However, Disney still hasn’t revealed when exactly the Railroad will reopen. We’ll be watching for updates! Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. Tomorrowland Light & Power is the gift shop at the end of the Space Mountain coaster. This shop is currently closed for some refurbishments, and Disney hasn’t announced when it’ll reopen. Tomorrowland Light & Power Co In the meantime, guests who visit Space Mountain are being directed to exit the ride a different way. Enchanted Tales with Belle Enchanted Tales with Belle is where guests could previously hear the story of Beauty and the Beast from Belle herself. Enchanted Tales with Belle This attraction is currently closed, and Disney hasn’t announced a reopening date. Meet Ariel at Her Grotto Like Belle’s attraction, Ariel’s meet-and-greet is also closed in Fantasyland. Ariel’s Grotto Disney hasn’t announced a reopening date for Ariel’s Grotto, either. Pete’s Silly Sideshow Over in Storybook Circus, Pete’s Silly Sideshow is closed. This character meet-and-greet spot usually has Minnie, Daisy, Goofy, and Donald, dressed in circus performer outfits. Pete’s Silly Sideshow Disney has announced that it’ll reopen sometime “in the coming months.” We’ll be watching for more updates! Check out the NEW Minnie ears in Magic Kingdom. Disney’s Hollywood Studios 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. Check out 5 places to escape in Hollywood Studios when your anxiety is through the roof. EPCOT American Adventure Show The American Adventure show is still closed in EPCOT, but we might have a CLUE about when it could reopen. American Adventure showing no showtimes This attraction’s listing on Disney’s refurbishments calendar disappears this coming Saturday, December 17th, so it’s possible that it will reopen on that date. Sometimes attractions will disappear and then reappear (possibly due to errors on the webpage), so we’ll watch for any updates! Cool Wash Cool Wash temporarily had a new sign that re-named the spot “Refreshment Kiosk,” but that sign has been removed. The snack kiosk is still closed and blocked off by several plants. Cool Wash view from the monorail Disney hasn’t announced when Cool Wash will reopen, but we’ll watch for any changes. Check out an exclusive tasting event in EPCOT! 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. Narcoossee’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort This restaurant will reopen sometime in 2023 with an “enhanced dining experience.” Oak Manor Leisure Pool at Port Orleans Resort — Riverside The Oak Manor Leisure Pool in Magnolia Bend at Port Orleans Resort — Riverside closed on November 14th for refurbishment. All other pools at this hotel remain open, including Ol’ Man Island Pool. Port Orleans: Riverside Pool The pool is scheduled to reopen sometime in mid-December, so we’ll be watching closely to see when exactly that will happen. Check out the NEW hotel that just opened near Disney World. Disney World Water Parks Typhoon Lagoon Typhoon Lagoon is closed in Disney World, and Disney hasn’t announced when it’ll reopen. Typhoon Lagoon Water Park Disney World’s other water park, Blizzard Beach, is open! Check out our full guide to Typhoon Lagoon here. 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. Learn about the Disney World ticket price increases and changes here! Planning a Trip to Disney World? 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A LOT of things were announced as part of the massive EPCOT transformation before 2020, but because of the global health crisis, some projects were put on hold indefinitely. EPCOT Some of those projects are finally coming to fruition: we got a new Guardians of the Galaxy Ride, construction on the Moana attraction is coming right along, and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure has been open for a while. But the DuckTales-themed scavenger hunt that was mentioned way back in 2019 was nowhere to be seen for quite some time — until now. We got word a few months ago that Disney’s DuckTales World Showcase Adventure would be coming to EPCOT soon. The scavenger hunt will be a way for guests to play a game around World Showcase using the Play Disney Parks app. ©Disney This will be the third such World Showcase adventure, following the previous Kim Possible and Agent P’s games. Now, we have a sign that the NEW scavenger hunt could be coming sooner than we think — it’s officially appearing in the Play Disney Parks app! ©Disney There’s no specific date on when the new scavenger hunt will go live, but it does say “Coming soon!” From what we previously heard about it, the game was supposed to have “guests take a trip around World Showcase discovering exotic destinations, exciting mysteries, and maybe even a few thieves, villains and supernatural guardians of ancient artifacts.” World Showcase It also seems to include some of our favorite DuckTales characters, too, like Scrooge McDuck, Launchpad, McQuack, Webby, Huey, Louie, and Dewey! We’ll be keeping an eye on the app to see when it goes live, so we’ll let you know when you’ll be able to play it during your next Disney World trip! In the meantime, you can take part in a holiday-themed scavenger hunt with Olaf during the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays. That scavenger hunt does cost an additional fee, but at the end of it, you can win a prize! What To Do at the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays When You’re NOT Eating 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! Pre-Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 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! 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 how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-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 excited about the new EPCOT scavenger hunt? Let us know in the comments! The post New Scavenger Hunt Added To Play Disney Parks App for EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The holidays are HERE! Swan & Dolphin Hotel EPCOT’s got the Festival of the Holidays going on, Magic Kingdom has Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and there are tons of decorations to see everywhere. If you’ll be in Disney this holiday season and are staying at Disney’s Swan & Dolphin Resorts, there are LOTS of holiday offerings you need to know about! Disney’s Swan & Dolphin Resorts are offering lots of holiday happenings to guests from now through December 25th! Guests can meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, as well as hear elves tell their favorite North Pole bedtime stories and decorate cookies on December 9-11th, 16th-18th, 18th-19th, and 21st-23rd. Guests can also listen to elves tell North Pole bedtime stories at 8:30PM on December 9th, 10th, 11th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 21st, 22nd, and 23rd. Santa in Animal Kingdom Families can also decorate cookies by the pool from 6-8PM on December 9th, 10th, 11th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 21st, 22nd, and 23rd. Guests can also marvel at the chocolate Santa sculpture in the Swan lobby and see the Dancing Light Show at the outdoor causeway from sunset through midnight. Swan & Dolphin For an additional fee, Santa’s elves can also deliver a 6-foot Christmas tree to your hotel room with a complimentary Santa’s Stocking, which is filled with Rudolph’s favorite treats and some of the elves’ favorite toys (the Stocking can also be purchased separately). A Winter Wonderland Bag can also be purchased through December 25th, which contains Frosty’s winter favorites. Christmas in Magic Kingdom Lastly, if you’ve got kiddos who are worried about Santa finding their hotel room on Christmas Eve, you can get a complimentary Magic Key for Santa from the front desk on Christmas Eve that children can hang outside of their hotel room door! Christmas Tree in Animal Kingdom Rates start at $279 per night, and guests who are in need of a second room can use the code “SANTA” for 25% off! Don’t forget to try lots of other holiday treats at other Disney World hotels, and don’t miss out on Breakfast with Santa in Disney Springs. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney holiday news! Here’s where you can get a Christmas day meal in Disney World! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2022 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2022 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2022 Pre-Order 2023 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Guide All Three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out Everything Announced for the 2022 Holiday Season in Disney World Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Is Coming BACK in 2022 – Get the Latest Details Get All of the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events See How Much It Costs to Do Disney World at Christmas in 2022 Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever spent Christmas in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post One Disney World Hotel Is Going All Out for the Holidays! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There’s so much to do in Orlando during the holiday season — at Disney World alone, there are gingerbread displays, holiday snacks, a Christmas Tree Stroll, and the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays. ©Give Kids the World But you should make room in your holiday itinerary for something else in the area, too — the Give Kids The World’s Night of A Million Lights The event was named “Number One Thing to Do in December in Orlando” by USA Today in 2020, and it has returned for another year. This event allows guests to walk through a village of festive holiday lights, complete with loads of fun displays. 2020 Night of A Million Lights Give Kids The World Village is a non-profit resort that provides accommodations for critically ill children and their families for week-long wish vacations at no cost. All proceeds from ticket sales of A Night of a Million Lights will go to the charity. Night of a Million Lights From now through January 1st, 2023, guests can visit A Night of a Million Lights, which will also feature nightly entertainment with Dueling Pianists Jingle and Jangle and a capella group Santa’s Dancing Reindeer. DJ Jack Frost will host an Ice Block party with music to dance to. Night of a Million Lights Interested in getting tickets? They’re on sale now HERE — tickets cost from $30 to $40 per adult and $15 to $20 for kids, depending on the night you plan on attending! This is one of the area’s do-not-miss events, and you’ll be helping a great charity organization in the process! Want to get an idea of the light displays you could see? We visited a few years ago and took TONS of photos — check them out here. It really is SO beautiful and if you’re a fan of holiday lights, you should check it out! Here’s the ONLY Place You’ll Find REAL Snow in Florida Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2022 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2022 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2022 Pre-Order 2023 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Guide All Three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out Everything Announced for the 2022 Holiday Season in Disney World Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Is Coming BACK in 2022 – Get the Latest Details Get All of the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events See How Much It Costs to Do Disney World at Christmas in 2022 Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be attending A Night of A Million Lights this year? Let us know in the comments! The post The Orlando Event You Don't Want to MISS This Holiday Season first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article