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Calling all Disney Vacation Club members — we’ve got a big event for you! Disney Vacation Club kiosk in Animal Kingdom DVC is known for a variety of perks, including exclusive merchandise, special discounts, and numerous member events throughout the year, including Moonlight Magic. But now, there’s a special holiday offering coming soon! An email was sent out to DVC members today announcing Disney Vacation Club Holidays in Hollywood, a special event taking place on select nights in December. It will be available exclusively to members and tickets can be purchased starting at 11AM on November 29th, 2022. This event will be hosted at PizzeRizzo, where guests can enjoy a festive feast with dishes “inspired by holiday traditions around the world.” PizzeRizzo Holidays in Hollywood will happen on December 15th and December 22nd, with tickets available for $159 per person for ages 21+ and $129 per person for ages 3-20. Those eligible to purchase tickets should click the link that was sent out in the email — when tickets drop, the guests on that page will be placed in the virtual queue in random order. Holidays at Hollywood Studios The price includes park admission and a park reservation for Disney’s Hollywood Studios after 4PM. Beer and wine are also included for guests 21 and older. PizzeRizzo We’ll be on the lookout for more special events hosted by Disney World, so stay tuned! We’ve already been to the main holiday event, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, but the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays is kicking off soon as well. 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! Click Here to See Why Some Members Are LEAVING Disney Vacation Club! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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 a member of Disney Vacation Club? Tell us in the comments! The post Why People Are Paying 0+ to Visit PizzeRizzo in Disney's Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is kicking off and there are SO many things to do! EPCOT Festival of the Holidays 2021 You can check out the Candlelight Processional, the Holiday Storytellers, the decorations, and the FOOD, of course (we may or may not be most excited about the food!). EPCOT is unique in that its festival food booths stay up throughout the year, but they change names, menus, and theming depending on the festival. So, to help you figure out where your favorite foods are, we’ve created a handy-dandy map! Our FREE map of EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays shows ALL of the food locations, from the booths to other select restaurants where you can grab special items for the festival. Just click on the image below to download the map, then either save it to your phone or print it out to use while you’re at the festival! 2022 Map This map tells you exactly where to look for those food booths and additional offerings. Remember, the festival only lasts from November 25th through December 30th, 2022! And, if you want a printable with ALL of the menu items at this year’s festival, we have that, too! Get it right here. Click here to get our FREE printable map! For more on the festival, check out the FIRST LOOK at the 2022 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays merchandise, 6 exciting new details coming to the 2022 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays, and the CHEAPEST time to go to the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays in 2022. Stay tuned to DFB for more from EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays! Click here to see all of the MENUS for EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays! 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 going to EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays this year? Tell us in the comments! The post The DFB-Exclusive 2022 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays MAP Is Here! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

This Thanksgiving, Walt Disney World cast members are once again putting neighbors first as the culinary team continues its longstanding tradition of preparing a home-cooked meal for hundreds of residents at Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida.View the full article

There is a LOT going on in Disney World. EPCOT is still in the middle of a massive transformation (and we’re still waiting on another attraction that’s being built there). TRON Lightcycle Run construction Magic Kingdom is also getting a new attraction, one based on the TRON films. In anticipation of TRON Lightcycle Run’s big opening next year, we’re starting to see some merchandise pop up, including a VERY cool new hat. What’s so cool about this TRON Cap is that it lights up! It has the TRON logo across the front with lights on it! Cool, right? The edge of the cap’s bill also lights up! The edge lights up, too! We bet this baby looks awesome at night! Even better? The lights have different settings! TOO fun. We found the hat at Star Traders in Magic Kingdom for $34.99. We’ve seen a few other TRON items in shops, most of them celebrating the movie’s 40th anniversary. It’s a shame the ride won’t open in Tomorrowland in time to celebrate the anniversary, but spring isn’t THAT far away, is it? Want to know more about Tomorrowland? We’ve got a ton of more information about this land here! Also, don’t sleep on the PeopleMover, one of our favorite rides (or sleep on it — because, well, it can be a good opportunity for a nap!). 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 a TRON fan? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney World's New TRON Hat Actually Lights Up! 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. Disney World is known for being the Most Magical Place on Earth, where dreams can come true. Cinderella Castle But, there are some dreams that even pixie dust can’t make happen in Disney World, and that’s because there are a few different essentials you won’t find in the parks. We’ve rounded up a list of what you should remember to pack before heading to Disney World — because you can’t buy it once you’re there! First things first — if you’re one who constantly has to be chewing gum, you’re definitely going to want to remember to pack some in your suitcase and toss a few packs in your park bag. Chewing gum isn’t sold anywhere on Disney property since Walt didn’t want people spitting it out on the ground! ©Amazon You can pick up this Trident Variety Pack from Amazon for $20 — it comes with nearly 300 pieces of gum. Click Here To Shop Trident Gum on Amazon Disney and Coca-Cola have had a long-standing partnership, so you won’t find any Pepsi products around Disney World. But, you can bring them with you! If you need a little pick-me-up, grab this Sugar Free Red Bull 4-Pack for $6.48. ©Amazon You can toss a couple in your park bag and even DIY a Red Bull Vodka if you’re into that sort of thing! Click Here To Shop Sugar Free Red Bull Disney World tissues and toilet paper aren’t known for being the softest, so if you’re particular about your paper products you might want to consider bringing some with ya. You can grab these Puffs Plus Lotion Tissues and have enough to stock up on all your future Disney trips too! ©Amazon Grab this 8-box pack for $14.99. Click Here To Shop Puffs Plus Lotion Tissues Traveling can be tough on the immune system, so protect yours with Emergen-C Immune+ drink packets. You just pour the mix into water and you’ve got 1,000mg of Vitamin C in your system! ©Amazon You can grab a 30-pack for $11.99. Click Here To Shop Emergen-C While you will be able to find shampoo, conditioner, and other bath products in Disney World — they might not be the ones you like! So, if you have a preferred brand of products, make sure you toss those in your suitcase before you leave for your trip! You can get this Herbal Essences Shampoo and Conditioner set from Amazon. ©Amazon Add it to your online cart now for $11.99. Click Here To Shop the Herbal Essences Shampoo and Conditioner If you’re used to sleeping with a ceiling fan or other type of fan, you know how tough it can be to fall asleep without one. Consider bringing a portable fan with you if you’re able to! The air flow and noise just might help you sleep better. ©Amazon You can grab this Amazon Basics 7-inch Fan for $16.99. Click Here To Shop the Amazon Basics Fan And finally, be refreshed and ready for your next park day thanks to the weighted blanket you packed. This one is 15 pounds and has a microfiber fabric lining. ©Amazon Grab it for $38.99. Click Here To Shop the Weighted Blanket Looking for more Disney packing tips? Check out our posts below: 6 Travel Hacks That Will Help You Stuff Everything Into your Carry-On Best Sunscreens for Your Disney Trip 24 Items You Don’t Think You’ll Need in Disney World, But You Do! 10 Disney Hotel Room Essentials Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney packing tips, news, and more! The ULTIMATE Disney World Packing List for 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 do you make sure to pack in your suitcase before heading to Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post What You Have To Pack For Disney World Because You Can't Buy It There first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Thanksgiving season is a time of reflection and gratitude, and there is no better role model on how to express meaningful appreciation than John Lilly, Duty Manager at Magic Kingdom. As everyone who meets him quickly figures out, John Lilly is a beacon of light in the way he makes cast members feel seen, […]View the full article

Orlando Sentinel tourism reporters Katie Rice and Dewayne Bevil discuss Walt Disney’s Co.’s decision to oust CEO Bob Chapek and reinstate former longtime CEO Bob Iger and Disney's plans to increase theme-park ticket prices. View the full article

The Walt Disney Company has gone through some big changes this week! ©Disney Former CEO Bob Chapek was replaced with another former CEO Bob Iger, and since then we’ve been keeping up with all the latest news about salaries, Disney stock, and more. There are a lot of questions surrounding this change and what exactly will come next for Disney. It seems as though CEO Bob Iger has noticed, and has plans to do something about it. Earlier this week, Disney announced that former CEO Bob Iger would take the helm once again after leaving the post back in 2020, and Bob Chapek would no longer serve in the role. The news was shocking and left many — including Disney Cast Members and employees — wondering what might be next for the company. ©Reuters According to Scott Gustin, it was announced via an internal company memo that Bob Iger will be hosting a Town Hall meeting with employees next week to discuss the future of the company “as we build on Disney’s legacy of creativity, innovation, and inspiration.” The Town Hall will take place on November 28th at 12PM ET. We’re not sure what news (if any) might come from this meeting, but we’ll keep you updated if we learn anything new. ©Alberto E. Rodriguez / Getty Images We’ll continue to watch for updates from The Walt Disney Company about Iger’s plans for the future. To learn more about Disney’s choice to replace Bob Chapek with Bob Iger, check out these posts: Bob Iger Is BACK as Disney CEO: Read Disney’s Statement Here Disney Stock Values Jump Following News About Bob Iger’s Return as CEO Bob Iger Is Back at Disney. Here’s What Can Change (And What WON’T). Why Disney Replaced Bob Chapek With Bob Iger Celebrities React to Disney’s Decision to Bring Bob Iger Back as CEO Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news. 7 BIG Challenges Bob Iger Faces as Disney’s CEO Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think Bob Iger’s first move should be? Let us know in the comments! The post Bob Iger to Share Details About the Future of the Walt Disney Company With Employees Soon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

In November 2019, The Imagineering Story, a six-part docuseries, premiered on Disney+. To create her ambitious documentary series, acclaimed filmmaker Leslie Iwerks, granddaughter of the award-winning Disney animator and Disney Legend Ub Iwerks and the daughter of celebrated Disney Legend Don Iwerks, was granted unprecedented access to archival documents, firsthand insights, and never-before-shared Imagineering projects. Now, […]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. Okay Star Wars fans, it’s time to prepare your wallets…again. Galaxy’s Edge! Life Day merchandise recently dropped, and of course, there are plenty of ears available to grab. But if you’ve been on the lookout for a new bag, this new online Loungefly release may just solve all your problems. Right now, you can grab the new Ewok Holiday Snow Globe Loungefly Crossbody Bag for $70! ©Disney This adorable red and white bag has an adjustable strap that has a candy cane pattern, while the front is an Ewok in front of a Christmas tree with a candy cane! ©Disney The small little snowballs also move freely around the front, so it looks like it’s snowing. ©Disney The inside of the bag is dark blue with a pattern made up of snowflakes, presents, candy canes, and snowglobes with different Star Wars characters inside! We expect this bag to be pretty popular, so grab it while you can. Grab the Ewok Holiday Snow Globe Loungefly Crossbody Bag here! Looking for some great Star Wars gifts to give this season? Now you can get a discount for the Star Wars hotel, and there’s a ColourPop collaboration you can check out as well. We’re also keeping you updated on all the Black Friday deals we see, so stay tuned to DFB! See where you can meet Grogu and The Mandalorian in Galaxy’s Edge! Star Wars Hotel -- Galactic Starcruiser News and Information Check Out Our COMPLETE GUIDE to the Star Wars Hotel We’re Breaking the MYTHS from Inside the Star Wars Hotel Rooms What to Get (or AVOID) for Breakfast at the Star Wars Hotel We Ate EVERYTHING for Lunch at the Star Wars Hotel See Our FULL Review of the Entire Dinner on Night 1 of the Star Wars Hotel Yes, Dinner on Night 2 at the Star Wars Hotel is Different. See Our Full Review Is the Captain’s Table Worth the Extra Cost? See How the Fireworks at the Star Wars Hotel Will (and Won’t) Surprise You Get Our Full Thoughts on the BLUE SHRIMP See What Snacks Look Like in Space Some of the Best Food in the Star Wars Hotel is Hiding! Get a Look at the Exclusive Star Wars Hotel Merchandise Learn About What’s Included When You Leave the Star Wars Hotel for Hollywood Studios Take a Look at the Pricing for the Star Wars Hotel Watch Our DFB Video About Our Experience at the Star Wars Hotel Click HERE to See More About Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What’s your favorite Star Wars film? Tell us below! The post A New Star Wars Loungefly Bag Just Dropped Online first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

PopStroke, a 3-acre, mini-golf course and restaurant designed by Tiger Woods, is expected to open in a lot north of George Bush Boulevard during spring 2023. View the full article

Disney World is still celebrating its 50th anniversary, a celebration that will last through March 2023. We’re still celebrating the 50th! That means there is STILL plenty of 50th anniversary merchandise to nab, whether that be online or in the parks. However, there’s one souvenir that sold out earlier this year — if you didn’t get your hands on it, though, you’re in luck. That souvenir is BACK IN STOCK at Disney World! It’s the 50th Anniversary Glass — and this baby is SO pretty! It’s a tall skinny glass with a gold rim and the 50th anniversary logo on it. So pretty! This is a piece you can show off AND use — in fact, maybe you should buy a set of 2 or 4! GORGEOUS The good news is that there are plenty in stock now, too. There are plenty! We found these restocked at Emporium in Magic Kingdom for $17.99. With the 50th anniversary celebration wrapping up in a few months, it’s time to grab these souvenirs while they’re still available. If you can’t get to Disney World, there are still plenty of 50th anniversary souvenirs online (although these glasses aren’t). See How Interacting With the 50th Anniversary Statues Has Changed 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 bought any 50th anniversary souvenirs? Let us know in the comments! The post A SOLD OUT 50th Anniversary Souvenir Has Returned to Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The magic of the holiday season at Downtown Disney District at Disneyland is here! Read all about the specialty boutiques, live entertainment, holiday foods and festivities there is to enjoy!View the full article

Two and a half years later, things are STILL reopening and returning in Disney World. EPCOT’s Japan Pavilion We’ve seen the slow reopening of hotels, gift shops, and restaurants around the property, and some things haven’t yet returned to normal. But today, we’re one step closer at EPCOT, thanks to some big restaurant news! It’s official — Takumi-Tei has reopened in the Japan Pavilion! The restaurant’s opening was announced in an email to select guests a few days ago. Takumi-Tei Stone Room There are no hours listed for opening day (Wednesday, November 23rd), but they’re posted starting on Thursday, November 24th. The website also notes that “Takumi-Tei is not currently taking reservations. Walk-ins are welcome.” Takumi-Tei Keep in mind that this is one of Disney World’s pricier meals, with dinner prices starting at $150 per adult. They serve an Omakase Menu, with variations for plant-based eaters and children. ©Disney We’ll make sure to share any additional opening details that you need to know for Takumi-Tei, so stay tuned to DFB! We’re still waiting on a few select restaurants to reopen, and we’ll make sure to share the news whenever those places announce their opening dates. We can’t wait! With DOZENS of places to eat at Disney World, we know it can be tough to plan your meals. That’s why we wrote the DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. We have reviews, pictures and details about every restaurant all in one digital download – along with ALL of our best tips and strategies from decades of Disney World trips. We’ve got a special discount code for DFB readers, too! Use WDW2023 at checkout for 25% off! Click Here to See Our EPCOT Restaurant Ranking! 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 been to Takumi-Tei in EPCOT? Tell us in the comments! The post One of EPCOT’s Most Expensive Restaurants Has Reopened! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. It’s the holiday season and you know what that means — shopping! Holiday merchandise in Disney World! We’ve already seen some great Black Friday deals going around on Amazon, Target, and more, but shopDisney is also home to some pretty BIG deals! We’ve already looked at some of the Minnie ears and Loungeflys on sale and Disney is adding pop-up sales leading up to Black Friday, so let’s take a look at all of the deals you can currently find on shopDisney! Ornaments Need some new ornaments for the tree? Have a tradition of gifting ornaments each year? You’re in luck because Disney ornaments are on sale right now! ©Disney That means you can get ornaments with your favorite characters and movies for LESS. Ornaments range from $19.99-$29.99, but you can get them for $16 online now! Can’t go wrong with a classic — this Mickey and Minnie Light-Up Fireplace Ornament is perfect for any Christmas tree! ©Disney The fire in the fireplace lights up, which will add some pizazz to your tree. It features two of the most iconic Disney characters of all time and you can grab it for just $16! Buy the Mickey & Minnie Light-Up Fireplace Ornament here! Can you believe Ratatouille is celebrating its 15th anniversary? Celebrate with this adorable Remy Ornament! ©Disney On the ornament, Remy is seen recreating his iconic dish — Ratatouille — and it even says that on the plate! Click here to buy the Remy Ratatouille Ornament! Any Stitch fans around? If so, check out the Stitch Sketchbook Ornament! ©Disney Stitch is looking super festive in his reindeer antlers and he has decorated his ship in colorful lights and a bow. How cute! Snag the Stitch Ornament here! Rapunzel is a fan-favorite Disney Princess and this Rapunzel Fairytale Moments Ornament is sure to please any Tangled fan! ©Disney This ornament recreates the iconic scene where Rapunzel and Flynn Rider sing “I See the Light” with the floating lanterns and Pascal, of course! Buy the Rapunzel Ornament here! Those are just a few of the many ornaments on sale right now! Click here to see ALL of the Disney ornaments on sale right now! Toys Toys are one of the most popular types of gifts to buy around Black Friday, and tons of Disney toys are on sale right now! ©Disney Disney plushes that usually range between $14.99-$44.99 are now $12 & up! That means you can grab this Scented Orange Bird Plush for just $24 (usually $29.99). ©Disney This one is from Disney’s Big Feet plush series and it smells like — you guessed it — oranges! Click here to buy the Orange Bird Scented Plush! There are so many other plushes on sale right now including classic characters like Minnie Mouse and fan-favorite characters like Olaf and Baymax. ©Disney Browse around to find the best option for you! Check out all of the Disney Plushes on sale here. Classic dolls that are usually $19.99 are now $15 each — and that includes this popular Elsa Doll! ©Disney The doll shows Elsa in one of her outfits from Frozen 2, and comes in a special themed box. Snag the Elsa Doll on sale here! Just about every Disney Princess is available as a doll as well as other characters like Meg from Hercules. ©Disney Check out all of the dolls on sale below! Click here to see all of the Disney dolls on sale right now! Know a kiddo who would love some Disney figurines? Deluxe figure play sets are now on sale for $20 (regularly $26.99)! You can have the Disney Princesses all in one set with the Disney Princess Deluxe Figure Play Set. ©Disney In this set, you’ll get Mulan, Tiana, Pocahontas, Rapunzel, Jasmine, Belle, Snow White, Cinderella, and Aurora. Buy the Disney Princess Deluxe Figure Play Set here! There are tons of other play sets including Star Wars, Marvel, and Disney classics like Lilo & Stitch! ©Disney See all of the play sets on sale below. Click here to see which Deluxe Figure Play Sets are on sale! And finally, Disney’s Talking Action Figures are also on sale now! Normally $29.99-$32.95, these toys are $22 & up right now. That means you can grab this Buzz Lightyear Interactive Talking Action Figure on sale! ©Disney This is a toy any Toy Story-loving kid would enjoy and it’s $28. You can buy the Buzz Lightyear Action Figure here! SO many action figures are marked down on shopDisney right now! ©Disney Want to see what other action figures are on sale? Click the link below! See all of the Disney action figures on sale for Black Friday! Clothing Now onto apparel — there are so many clothing items to shop in shopDisney’s Black Friday sale! This includes adult clothing, adult sleepwear, kids clothing, and kids sleepwear. ©Disney For adults, you can now get 30% off of adult clothing! That can lead to some MAJOR savings like on this Walt Disney World Holiday Spirit Jersey! The back Usually $74.99, you can grab this festive spirit jersey for $52.49! Grab the Disney World Holiday Spirit Jersey here! Over 150 adult clothing items are on sale right now, so make sure to check out all of the deals — don’t miss out! ©Disney From regular Disney wear to the newest holiday items, see all of the deals below. Click here to see ALL of the adult clothing on sale now! “Real” clothes are great and all, but the holiday season is about relaxing in some comfy PJs while watching a movie! And you can grab some of those comfy PJs at 30% off right now! So you can grab the Minnie Mouse Pajamas for Women on sale. ©Disney The set is usually $44.99, but for a limited time you can snag it for $31.49! Snag the Minnie Mouse PJs set here! There’s more where that came from! ©Disney See all of the adults PJs on sale on shopDisney for Black Friday below. Click here to see more of the adult PJs on sale now! Kids clothing is not left out when it comes to sales! Kids apparel is also 30% off online! That includes things like the adorable Mickey Mouse Holiday Sweatshirt! ©Disney The sweatshirt is on sale for $24.49 (normally $34.99) and the best part? You can match because this shirt comes in adult sizes as well! Buy the Mickey Mouse Kids Holiday Sweatshirt here! Just like the adult clothing, there are holiday and regular Disney apparel on shopDisney now. ©Disney Take a look at ALL of the Disney kids apparel on sale online! Click here to browse the kids apparel on sale on shopDisney! As with the other sales, there are so many more sets of PJs that your kids are bound to love. Regularly in the $24.99-$44.99 range, PJs like Spider-Man Costume PJ PALS are $20 & up! ©Disney This Spider-Man themed set is usually $29.99, but it’s on sale for $24. Get the Spider-Man PJs here! Here’s a look at some of the other kids PJs options. ©Disney Check out all of the sets below — there are pajamas for every little Disney fan! Click here to see all of the Kids PJs on sale right now! Those are all of the Black Friday deals you’ll find on shopDisney right now! Be sure to keep checking back with DFB — we’ll let you know about all of the biggest and best Black Friday deals this year. In the meantime check out the link below to see EVERY. SINGLE. Black Friday deal available online right now! Shop ALL of the biggest Black Friday deals 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! Have you shopped Disney’s Black Friday deals yet? Let us know in the comments! The post ALL of Disney’s Black Friday Deals That You Can Take Advantage of Right NOW first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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This team possesses the power of Thor! With proud smiles, The Ganachery’s team at Disney Springs celebrated winning IAAPA’s Brass Ring Award for Best New Menu Item for their Chocolate Mighty Thor’s Hammer. It all started when Pastry Chef Chocolatier Amanda Lauder convened her chocolatiers in the shop to brainstorm about possible ways to create […]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. My job on the DFB Team usually allows me to work from anywhere, and so, I made the decision six months ago to give up my permanent residence and travel full-time. There’s always some DFB Merch in my bag! Since then, I have been on an endless quest to find the best travel bags and accessories to keep my things organized as I pack and unpack on a weekly basis, if not daily! Here are the items I have found that I can’t live without. Made By Design Travel Backpack Without a doubt, this is the best travel backpack I have ever owned. The middle of the backpack opens flat, with deep zippered compartments that will fit a weekend’s worth of clothes, toiletries and a change of clothes. And there’s still plenty of room in the outside compartments for my laptop, charger, and other items like pens and notepads. ©Target Even fully packed, this travel backpack has padded straps that make it comfortable to carry. I’ve flown with it as my personal item on several occasions, and love having it with me even on longer trips. Click here to check out the Made By Design Travel Backpack Bagsmart Electronic Organizer If there’s one thing we all travel with more of these days, it’s the cables, adapters, and charging blocks we need to keep our phones, tablets, and other devices running. I like this electronic organizer because in addition to having plenty of room for cables, it holds my cordless mouse and has pockets for smaller items like my headphone adapter. ©Amazon If pink isn’t your color, these are also available from Amazon in blue or black. Click here to check out the Bagsmart Electronic Organizer Bagsmart Jewelry Organizer To be honest, I used to think it was silly to have all of these special travel bags for different items. But now that I live on the road and basically stay packed at all times, I stay so much more organized by having a specific place for everything. ©Amazon This jewelry organizer is the right size for me, as I only travel with a handful of bracelets, a couple of pairs of earrings and a couple of necklaces. If you have a large jewelry collection, you will probably need a larger format jewelry organizer for the road. Click here to order the Bagsmart Travel Jewelry Organizer Bagsmart Hanging Cosmetics Travel Bag Yeah, I know I’m sounding like a broken record with these travel bags. I have tried several and found this brand to be very high quality for the price — and with thoughtful designs. ©Amazon Hanging cosmetic bags are often great space savers and this one has elastic straps to help keep bottles and tubes in place while you travel. Click here to order the Bagsmart Hanging Cosmetic Bag Cocoon GRID-IT! Organizer These super clever organizers are the equivalent of a travel “junk drawer” for me. They keep everything contained and strapped down and are a great way to carry, well, anything. ©Amazon My GRID-IT organizer is how I pack scissors, tape, a can opener, a little flashlight, spare keys … you know, those things you used to store in your kitchen junk drawer. Click here to check out the GRID-IT Organizer If you have an avid traveler in your life, any of these items would be great gifts for them this holiday season — or things that will revolutionize the way you pack if you get them for yourself! Stay tuned to DFB for more travel tips! Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life Travel Updates, Tips, and Tricks Complete Guide to Booking the CHEAPEST Flight to Disney World What to Do if Your Flight to Disney World Is Canceled Our Best Tips For Flying Through the Orlando International Airport Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get to Disney World From the Orlando Airport The Ultimate Disney World Packing List for 2022 You’re SLEEPING on These Packing Hacks Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life 8 Catastrophic Travel Mistakes and How to Solve Them The BEST and WORST Airlines in the US, Ranked by Customer Complaints The MOST and LEAST Reliable Airlines in the U.S. This Small Change Will Save You From Lost Luggage The Best Disney Luggage for 2023 21 Things a Former Flight Attendant Needs You To Know 7 Highest-Rated Travel Items on Amazon Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe What are your packing must-haves? Share them in the comments! The post I Travel Full Time. Here Are My Packing Must-Haves. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Bob Iger has returned as Disney’s CEO, Bob Chapek has left the position, and some big changes have already been made in the Company. ©WFTV 9 We’ve already taken a look at some of the massive challenges Iger will have to face as the returning CEO and the big things fans want him to tackle. One of the challenges on that list is addressing the situation with the dissolution of Disney World’s Reedy Creek Improvement District. Here are the latest updates on that district and what Bob Iger’s return could mean for Disney’s relationship with Florida politicians. Reedy Creek 101 As a quick recap, the Reedy Creek Improvement District (RCID) is a special district under which Disney World has operated for over 50 years. Because of this special district’s creation, the land on which Disney World sits is generally controlled/governed by the RCID and its Board. The RCID has basically let Disney function as its own county government, giving it huge amounts of control over the imposition of taxes, the adoption of ordinances, handling pest control, contracting for professional services, and more. Reedy Creek Trash Cans Earlier in 2022, a law was passed in Florida to DISSOLVE the RCID by June of 2023 (unless a new agreement can be reached). This took place following Disney’s issuance of a statement against Florida’s Parental Rights in Education Bill (what critics call the “Don’t Say Gay” bill). (Disney took a while to issue that statement, with Bob Chapek initially discussing why Disney would NOT issue a statement and later apologizing for not serving as a better advocate for the LGBTQ+ community.) A lawsuit has been filed regarding the RCID’s dissolution, particularly as it could impact local citizens and how the tax burden of the RCID (including $1 billion in bond debt) could be passed on to local communities. That is still pending. Reedy Creek Fire Department ©Reedy Creek What will happen next with Reedy Creek is still a mystery. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis previously indicated that the state government would likely control the Reedy Creek District. Other sources have indicated that a successor district could be created to essentially replace the RCID, but some have suggested that any changes would be superficial and that Disney would NOT relinquish control to the state, but may be willing to give the state a representative on the new district’s board. And that leads us to the present. Bob Iger has returned as Disney’s CEO, but how could that impact the RCID situation? Let’s take a look. Iger’s Return The situation with the “Don’t Say Gay” bill and the dissolution of the RCID all happened under Bob Chapek’s watch as CEO. CNN specifically notes that DeSantis and Disney’s feud over the “Don’t Say Gay” bill is what “eventually led to” the passage of the bill that will eventually dissolve the RCID. And, overall, Chapek’s handling of the “Don’t Say Gay” situation is repeatedly listed as one of his key “political missteps” or blunders. With Iger back, some will undoubtedly want to see him “fix” the situation or otherwise address it in a way that will benefit Disney. But things aren’t all that simple. ©Spectrum News 13 Maybe Iger’s Return Will Help Some believe that Iger’s return could help the situation. According to one Tallassee insider cited by Variety, Iger’s return to Disney “probably helps.” But Variety does not go on to say exactly how it could. Variety does call Iger’s challenge a “diplomatic mission in Florida,” and from that perspective, we could see how Iger’s return could change things. At one point, back in 2020, Iger was at the top of President Biden’s list to become an Ambassador of the United States, potentially to the UK or China. So it’s clear to see that he is viewed (at least by some) as being capable of handling major issues that would require some serious diplomacy. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis ©Deadline Iger is a respected CEO and is seen by many as one who handles issues with a great sense of finesse. Reportedly, one executive even claims that Iger had previously indicated he didn’t realize Chapek was “such a ‘novice’ when it came to handling complex issues like…political battles, and that Chapek was arrogant and uninterested in other people’s opinions.” Perhaps even just the change from Chapek to Iger will be enough to serve as a sort of “fresh start” between Disney’s relationship with Florida politicians. Also, Iger isn’t just any replacement. He served as the CEO of Disney for 15 years before Chapek’s term, meaning he likely already has a relationship (or, at least, a reputation) with many Florida politicians. This could aid in smoothing things over or at least getting a resolution Disney would be happy with. ©CNBC The New York Post indicated that Iger can “read a balance sheet” and may sense mood shifts Chapek otherwise did not, which could lead to some changes in how he handles the situation with Florida politicians. But, Bob Iger’s return may not be the saving grace some expect when it comes to Disney’s issues with Florida politicians. But Maybe Iger’s Return Will Only Cause MORE Problems As Newsweek points out, Iger’s return could actually make the conflict between Disney and DeSantis “worse.” Iger actually spoke up against the “Don’t Say Gay” bill SOONER than Disney (as a Company) did. Back in February of 2022, Iger retweeted a statement from President Joe Biden which criticized the bill as “hateful.” Iger stated “I’m with the President on this! If passed, this bill will put vulnerable, young LGBTQ people in jeopardy.” This was well before Chapek made stronger statements against the Bill during a March 9, 2022 shareholder meeting. In an interview, Iger later discussed why corporate leaders should “wade into major issues, like climate change, immigration and, most recently, Florida’s so-called ‘don’t say gay’ bill.'” According to Iger, many of these issues are not necessarily political, “it’s about right and wrong.” ©Reuters Iger noted that he used a filter to determine whether or not to weigh in on big issues when he was CEO before. Iger said he would consider a variety of factors: “What would its impact have on our employees, on our shareholders and our customers?…if any one of those three constituencies had a deep interest in or would be affected by whatever was the matter at hand, then it was something I thought we should consider weighing in on.” So it seems Iger may actually be MORE willing than Chapek to speak out on big political issues. It was also Iger who, back in 2019 while still CEO of Disney, said it would be “very difficult” to keep filming in Georgia if a new abortion law came into effect because people wouldn’t want to work there. (Reuters) Again, this shows Iger’s willingness to speak up on major issues. ©Alberto E. Rodriguez / Getty Images That willingness may land him in a worse spot with Florida Governor DeSantis. But, Iger’s ability to handle complex issues in a finessed way should not be underestimated. What is Iger’s existing relationship with DeSantis? How will his return impact Reedy Creek? It’s not entirely clear just yet, and Iger has not yet detailed how he’ll address the issue. Only time will tell how things will end up…and the clock, as they say, is ticking. Other Reedy Creek Updates In terms of other updates, we did want to note that the incoming House Speaker in Florida (Paul Renner, R), has released a plan that would make some changes to certain committees in the Florida Legislature. Part of those changes would involve creating a Local Administration, Federal Affairs & Special Districts Subcommittee. According to Click Orlando, there already was a subcommittee on local administration and veterans affairs, but the addition of “special districts” to the name follows the passage of the bill that will dissolve the RCID. It seems to reflect another focus on the RCID and potential changes in special districts in the future. Florida Palm Trees The Florida Governor had also announced that he’s working on convening a special session to address property insurance in Florida, but DeSantis has also said it’ll be a “robust” agenda, according to CBS News. That could mean that there will be more special sessions coming. A special session is expected to take place in December, and more could be arranged for January or February. The Reedy Creek dissolution and plans for a potential replacement district could be added to the agenda, but nothing has been officially announced yet. Reedy Creek Sign in Disney World Meanwhile, the situation with the bonds that had been issued by the RCID remains uncertain. The Orlando Business Journal shares that on November 2nd, Fitch Ratings released a report. They indicated that the RCID’s utility revenue bonds have an outstanding debt of $62.5 million, and the RCID owes $686 million in ad valorem bonds. Fitch Ratings has kept the utility bonds on a “rating watch negative” because of the uncertainty of the whole situation. According to the report, “Fitch believes the mechanics of implementation of a dissolution scenario will be complicated, increasing the probability of negative rating action…Prolonged uncertainty with respect to dissolution procedures, litigation or other factors that alter security provisions and/or the capacity for repayment could lead to a downgrade of the RCID ratings.” They are expected to review the situation again next year. Disney World And that’s the current situation with Reedy Creek. We’ll be sure to keep an eye out for more updates. For more news about Iger’s return to Disney, click here to see what happens now that Iger is back, and click here to see celebrities’ responses to Iger’s return. Check back with us for all the latest. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! 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It’s almost Thanksgiving and Disney World Cast Members are giving back. Hollywood Studios For almost 25 years, Cast Members have supported the Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida by providing Thanksgiving meals to hundreds of residents, and we were invited to see their process and learn more about giving back to the community! We visited Disney’s Hollywood Studios to speak with Executive Chef Bill Brown about providing Thanksgiving meals to the homeless community of Orlando, Florida. He said, “Our community really is in need and especially at the time of the holidays it’s important that we give back.” Chef Bill Chef Bill took us backstage at Hollywood & Vine, where his culinary team was prepping turkey. He explained that the team provides full traditional Thanksgiving meals to the Coalition, including freshly made stuffing, housemade whipped potatoes, cranberry sauce made from scratch, giblet gravy, traditional green beans, pumpkin pies, and pecan pies. As Chef Bill put it, “All of our team has helped pull together.” Chef Bill and his Culinary Team Dishes are prepped and placed in aluminum containers for easy transportation to the Coalition. Prepping turkey! On Thursday evening, Cast Member volunteers (whom Disney calls VoluntEARS) will serve these home-cooked Thanksgiving meals to residents at the Coalition. Disney World Director of External Affairs, Tajiana Ancora-Brown, explained that this was one of the first volunteer events she was able to attend as a new Cast Member. She said, “The opportunity to be there in person and see firsthand what that meant to the residents right here in Central Florida will always stay with me.” Disney World Director of External Affairs, Tajiana Ancora-Brown Allison Krall, CEO of Colation for the Homeless of Central Florida, explained that they are “the largest homeless services provider [and the] largest shelter in Central Florida,” and “our goal is to get people out of shelter and into housing as quickly as possible.” The Coalition helped over 1,900 people find housing last fiscal year. Allison Krall, CEO of Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida You can support the Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida by donating or volunteering yourself! Click here to learn more. ©Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida Keep following DFB for more Disney World news and updates! Click here to support the Coalition for the Homeless of Central 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! 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Today, we were invited by Disney World to attend a media event to learn more about how Disney’s Hollywood Studios supports the Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post Disney World Chefs Give Back to The Community With Thanksgiving Meals first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Back in March 2022, Disney World opened the first-of-its-kind Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser The resort is more of an experience than a hotel, a space where guests can dress up, step aboard a “starship,” and live out their own interactive Star Wars stories. It was a very cool concept, but many people were deterred from trying it due to the hefty price tag that came along with it. Now, less than a year later, Disney is offering the FIRST discount on the experience! If you’re a Disney Vacation Club member, you can save on select Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser voyages in 2023. The offer gives 30% off of Points Chart values for the 2-night experience, and can be booked with points or a combination of points and cash. It applies to the following dates: January 11th-13th, 2023 January 17th-19th, 2023 January 19th-21st, 2023 January 21st-23rd, 2023 January 25th-27th, 2023 January 31st–February 2nd, 2023 February 12th-14th, 2023 February 28th-March 2nd, 2023 March 2nd-4th, 2023 INSIDE the Galactic Starcruiser Members must be eligible for membership extras to take advantage of the offer, and there’s a limit of one cabin per offer. Points alone must be used to pay for at least one member, and a combination of points and cash can be used to pay for additional guests. The offer is only available for standard cabins and not suites. Characters on the Starcruiser In order to book, you’ll need to call Member Services. Keep in mind that the dates are subject to availability — Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is a limited-availability experience. Crown of Corellia Dining Room We’ll be on the lookout for more deals and special offers, especially for this particular resort. If you’re interested in checking it out on your next visit, make sure to read our full Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser guide for all the details. Our BEST tip for sticking with your budget at Disney World will forever be to plan ahead – especially for dining! When you buy our DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World, you’ll get immediate access to our downloadable worksheets for planning your trip, as well as sample one-day dining itineraries! And as a DFB reader, you’re entitled to a discount! Use code WDW2023 for 25% off your purchase. Click Here for the Full Guide to the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser! Star Wars Hotel -- Galactic Starcruiser News and Information Check Out Our COMPLETE GUIDE to the Star Wars Hotel We’re Breaking the MYTHS from Inside the Star Wars Hotel Rooms What to Get (or AVOID) for Breakfast at the Star Wars Hotel We Ate EVERYTHING for Lunch at the Star Wars Hotel See Our FULL Review of the Entire Dinner on Night 1 of the Star Wars Hotel Yes, Dinner on Night 2 at the Star Wars Hotel is Different. See Our Full Review Is the Captain’s Table Worth the Extra Cost? See How the Fireworks at the Star Wars Hotel Will (and Won’t) Surprise You Get Our Full Thoughts on the BLUE SHRIMP See What Snacks Look Like in Space Some of the Best Food in the Star Wars Hotel is Hiding! Get a Look at the Exclusive Star Wars Hotel Merchandise Learn About What’s Included When You Leave the Star Wars Hotel for Hollywood Studios Take a Look at the Pricing for the Star Wars Hotel Watch Our DFB Video About Our Experience at the Star Wars Hotel Click HERE to See More About Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Have you been to the Star Wars hotel since it opened? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney Releases FIRST Discount for the ‘Star Wars’ Hotel first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article