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We have got some amazing news for dog lovers! Good Doggo! Travel can be stressful for a lot of reasons right now — high flight prices, lots of holiday travel, and let’s be honest, airports are just stressful in general. MCO Airport is offering one way to ease some of your travel stresses today only — you can meet a puppy before you even get to your gate! Today, November 19th, from 12PM-2PM, you can stop by the Main Terminal food court to meet Ingo, one of the MCO Paw Pilots! Just look at that sweet face! He’s sure to bring a smile to your face and make you forget about travel stresses for a little while. Orlando International Airport brings a furry friend for travelers to visit with every once in a while, so keep an eye out for that when you’re traveling through the airport. Terminal C at MCO If you’re looking for other ways to ease your travel stress, keep an eye out for special flight deals, consider signing up for TSA Pre-Check to avoid those long security lines, and prepare for these holiday travel issues ahead of time. As always, stay tuned. to DFB for all the latest travel news! Here are 11 tricks to get a hotel room upgrade no matter where you’re staying! 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’s your favorite breed of dog? Tell us in the comments! The post How to Get FREE Puppy Snuggles at Orlando International Airport! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Who here is a donut fan? Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew We love visiting Everglazed Donuts in Disney Springs to grab some delicious sweet treats. We’ve enjoyed lots of the donuts we’ve tried here, and now it’s been announced that one popular offering is coming back! Starting today, Everglazed has limited quantities of their Brooklyn Blackout donut! This donut is a chocoholic’s dream. It’s a glazed donut with chocolate frosting, covered in mini chocolate chips, and topped with a chocolate dollop and chocolate wafers. Brooklyn Blackout Donut This donut is SUPER rich but is any chocolate-lovers dream. We recommend splitting this one with someone — it’s a lot to handle! Read our full review of the Brooklyn Blackout Donut! Be sure to grab it fast, because it likely won’t be available for long! And while you’re in Disney Springs, you can find an entire Thanksgiving meal served on Texas Toast, and check out the ten new menu items at Homecomin’. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney snack news! Here are the best Disney World restaurants for dinner in 2023! Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide Check Out the 19 Best Restaurants in Disney World in 2022 Our Top 50 All-Time Best Disney Dining Tips These Are the BEST Meals in Disney World for Under $15 Ranking Every Single Magic Kingdom Restaurant Ranking Every Single EPCOT Restaurant Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney Springs Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney World Hotels – Cheap Eats Edition Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Would you try this donut? Tell us below! The post A Chocoholic's DREAM Donut Is Back in Disney Springs! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Drawn to Life presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney is celebrating its one-year “paper” anniversary at Disney Springs!View the full article

Are you visiting Disney World this holiday season, or trying to hit the lower crowds in January after New Year’s? We love the characters’ holiday outfits! There’s a lot going on in the parks for the next few months — Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is happening now, EPCOT’s Festival of Holidays starts soon, and if you’re planning on spending New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day in the parks, grab those park passes ASAP! Disney World park hours are now available through January 2023, so let’s look at when you can hop into the parks this winter. November Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom will be open from 9AM-11PM on November 19th, 21st, 23rd-26th, 28th, and 30th. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is scheduled for November 20th, 22nd, 27th, and 29th. The park will be open to regular ticket guests from 8AM-6PM on these nights. ©Disney Extended evening hours will also take place from 11PM-1AM on November 23rd and 30th. EPCOT November 19th-24th, EPCOT’s hours are 8:30AM-9PM, and 9AM-9:30PM November 25th-30th. ©Disney You can experience Extended Evening Hours taking place November 21st from 9PM-11PM or November 28th from 9:30PM-11:30PM. Disney’s Hollywood Studios For the rest of November, Disney’s Hollywood Studios is open from 8:30AM to 9PM. ©Disney Disney’s Animal Kingdom Animal Kingdom will be open from 9AM-7PM on November 29th and 30th, 8AM-7PM on November 27th and 28th, and from 8AM-8PM on November 19th-26th. ©Disney Blizzard Beach The newly reopened water park will be open from 10AM to 5PM all throughout the rest of the month, with the exception of Sunday, November 20th when the park has no hours listed. ©Disney December Magic Kingdom On December 1st, 2nd, 4th, 8th, 9th, 11th, 13th, 15th, 16th, 18th, 20th, and 22nd, Magic Kingdom is open from 8AM-6PM because of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. On December 6th, the park opens one hour later from 9AM-6PM ©Disney On December 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 12th, 14th, 17th, 19th, 21st, and 23rd-29th the park is open from 9AM-11PM. On December 30th and 31st, Magic Kingdom will be open 9AM-1AM. ©Disney Extended Evening Hours take place on December 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th from 11PM-1AM. EPCOT From December 1st-30th, EPCOT will be open from 9AM-9:30PM. On December 31st, EPCOT will be open from 9AM-1AM for New Year’s Eve. ©Disney This park also has Extended Evening Hours on December 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th from 9:30PM-11:30PM. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Throughout December, Hollywood Studios will be open from 8:30AM-9PM, except on December 31st, when the park will be open from 8:30AM to 12AM. ©Disney Extended Evening Hours are available on December 15th and 22nd from 9PM-11PM. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Animal Kingdom will be open from 8AM-7PM on December 1st, 2nd, 9th, 12th, 17th, 18th, 19th, and 22nd. On December 4th the park will be open from 9AM-8PM, and from 8AM-8PM on December 3rd, 10th, 11th, and 23rd-31st. ©Disney Blizzard Beach At this time, Blizzard Beach is open from 10AM-5PM for the entire month of December. ©Disney January Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom will be open from 9AM-10PM from January 1st-29th, which is as far as the calendar goes right now. ©Disney Extended Evening Hours will be available for select guests from 10PM to 12AM on January 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th, while the Disney After Hours event will take place from 10PM-1AM on December 9th, 16th, and 23rd. ©Disney EPCOT EPCOT will be open from 9AM to 9PM on January 1st-6th and 9th-29th. On January 7th, the park will be open from 10AM-9PM, and the following day, January 8th, the park will be open from 11AM-9PM. ©Disney Extended Evening Hours will be available from 9PM-11PM on January 2nd, 9th, 16th, and 23rd. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be open from 8:30AM to 9PM through the 29th of the month, with the exception of January 8th, where the park is open from 9AM to 9PM. ©Disney Disney After Hours will be available from 9:30PM to 12AM on January 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Animal Kingdom will be open from 8AM-8PM on January 1st-7th, and from 9AM to 7PM on January 8th-29th. ©Disney And those are all the hours we have right now! We’ll keep you updated as we see the hours change, but check your My Disney Experience app before and during your trip to stay in the know about the latest park hours. And if you’re looking for the cutest shirts for your vacation, look no further than the DFB Store! Matching shirts for the whole family! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest news! Get the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays here to be extra prepared for your trip! 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 month do YOU think is best to go to Disney World? Tell us below! The post A FULL List Of Disney World Park Hours Through January 2023 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s almost time for Thanksgiving, which means — you guessed it — LOTS of people are coming to Disney World. It’s time for the holidays in Disney World! Last week we discovered that wait times increased by a LOT, and now we’re back again to see whether wait times are staying steady or increasing by even more. We have all the average wait times in Disney World from this past week, so find out whether they’re going up — or down. Sorry, not sorry — we’re here to remind you once again to think about your favorite Disney World rides before you scroll down to check out the average wait times from this past week! The reason we recommend this is because this is one of the best ways to determine whether Genie+ might be a worthy investment for you. At $15 to $22 per person, per day (or more in the future), Genie+ can hit your budget hard, and unless you have unlimited finances, it might not be the right purchase for you or your group. Using Disney Genie+! So what exactly is Genie+? It’s the new paid version of FastPass+, except instead of choosing FastPass lanes you now reserve Lightning Lanes one at a time. But just like with FastPass, Genie+ lets you spend less time in line and more time doing other things, which can be helpful especially if you’re a big ride person. Splash Mountain Lightning Lane All right, we’re done with the lecture! Scroll down to see all the average wait times of every Disney World ride this past week. Magic Kingdom We’re starting with Magic Kingdom, where Seven Dwarfs Mine Train had the longest average wait time at 58 minutes! It actually averaged 63 minutes last week, so that’s actually a slight decrease. Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Next up, Peter Pan’s Flight averaged 56 minutes, followed by Jungle Cruise at 56 minutes, Haunted Mansion at 33 minutes, Space Mountain at 31 minutes, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at 27 minutes, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at 27 minutes, Astro Orbiter at 24 minutes, Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh at 24 minutes, and Pirates of the Caribbean at 23 minutes. Peter Pan’s Flight After that, Splash Mountain averaged 22 minutes, “it’s a small world” averaged 17 minutes, Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid averaged 16 minutes, Mickey’s PhilharMagic and Magic Carpets of Aladdin averaged 14 minutes, Prince Charming Regal Carrousel averaged 13 minutes, and the Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini, Tomorrowland Speedway, and Dumbo the Flying Elephant all averaged 12 minutes. Prince Charming Carrousel After that, Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover averaged 10 minutes, the Mad Tea Party averaged 9 minutes, the Carousel of Progress averaged 5 minutes, and the Liberty Square Riverboat was at 4 minutes. Mad Tea Party Finally, attractions with no waits included the Country Bear Jamboree, Tom Sawyer Island, the Hall of Presidents, and the Enchanted Tiki Room. EPCOT vs. Magic Kingdom — which Disney Park is the best?! EPCOT Let’s make our way over to EPCOT, where the ride with the longest average wait time was Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, with an average wait time of 82 minutes, which is only two minutes higher than the 80-minute average from last week. Frozen Ever After’s average wait time followed closely, averaging 76 minutes, versus last week’s average of 72 minutes. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Next up was Test Track at 66 minutes, Soarin’ at 41 minutes, Spaceship Earth at 16 minutes, and Mission: SPACE and Turtle Talk with Crush at 15 minutes. Living with the Land and The Seas with Nemo and Friends both averaged 12 minutes, followed by Journey into Imagination and Gran Fiesta Tour at 11 minutes. Test Track Awesome Planet, Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival, Impressions de France, and Reflections of China all featured no wait times this week. The CHEAPEST time to visit the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays in 2022! Hollywood Studios After EPCOT, we’re visiting Hollywood Studios, where — SURPRISE — the Tower of Terror topped the list with an average wait time of 105 minutes! That’s a huge increase from the average wait time of 72 minutes last week. The usual winner Rise of the Resistance came in slightly behind with an average of 97 minutes, versus last week’s 101-minute average. Tower of Terror Next on the list was Slinky Dog Dash with an average of 93 minutes followed by Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway at 69 minutes, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at 67 minutes, Toy Story Mania at 66 minutes, and Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster featuring Aerosmith at 59 minutes. Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway After that, Alien Swirling Saucers averaged 36 minutes, Star Tours – The Adventures Continue averaged 25 minutes, Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy averaged 13 minutes, Muppet*Vision 3D averaged 10 minutes, and Walt Disney Presents averaged 8 minutes. Click here for the BEST restaurants in Hollywood Studios! Animal Kingdom And finally, we’re visiting Animal Kingdom, where Avatar Flight of Passage had the longest average wait time increased to 115 minutes. Last week, the average was 100 minutes. Flight of Passage Next up was Na’vi River Journey at 67 minutes, Kilimanjaro Safaris at 60 minutes, Expedition Everest at 28 minutes, DINOSAUR at 21 minutes, and Kali River Rapids at 16 minutes. Kilimanjaro Safaris It’s Tough to Be a Bug and Triceratop Spin averaged 11 minutes. Both The Boneyard and Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail averaged no wait time. Check out the BEST restaurants in Animal Kingdom! Overall, this week was kind of a mixed bag, with some wait times continuing to trend up, while others decreased slightly. Considering Thanksgiving is coming up soon, we can probably expect to see higher wait times soon, with many people visiting for the holiday. If you’re visiting for Thanksgiving, make sure you pack your patience pants and think about getting Genie+. Hollywood Studios Holiday Decorations Keep following DFB for more Disney World news and updates! Why you should start planning your 2023 Disney World Christmas trip now! Planning a Trip to Disney World? 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In celebration of the theatrical release of the 20th Century Studios film "Avatar: The Way of Water" on December 16, Disney and Avatar launched a global “Keep Our Oceans Amazing” campaign to raise awareness of the challenges facing oceans and marine life.View the full article

Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video covering all the latest Disney news! The 40th Ears Are HERE! Disney dropped some big news on us this week, starting with MAJOR changes to ticket pricing, park hoppers, annual passes, and dining reservations. It’s a lot so buckle up! Check out all the big Disney news of the week in our latest DFB Video! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/subscribe.png So check out the video and then let us know: Which Disney news are you the most excited about? The post DFB Video: Latest News: Annual Passes on Sale Again, We Found the ULTIMATE Hidden Mickey & LOTS of Minnie Ears first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Today, we have new Disney wallpapers and backgrounds for your iPhone, mobile device, computer desktop and more to help you celebrate Thanksgiving! These can also be a great way to brighten up your Zoom meetings or video chat backgrounds over the next few days.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, so we have good news and bad news. The good news is, leading up to the official Black Friday date of November 25th Amazon is offering plenty of deals, discounts, and sales on a variety of items! Christmastime is here! The bad news is, it’s pretty tricky trying to find Disney items in their sale! They certainly don’t make it easy. Luckily for our readers, we took the time to wade through the oodles of categories, items, and deals to uncover the top Disney finds, and we’re bringing them straight to you! This set is a fun way to count down to an exciting trip! Use this Mickey Vacation Countdown Calendar to surprise your family with a secret Disney trip, or purchase one to use as a countdown for your next vacation to the parks. Mickey Vacation Countdown Calendar This set includes favorite characters like Mickey and Minnie Mouse, along with other accessories like stickers. This works just like an advent calendar; for each of the 14 days leading up to your trip, open a window to reveal a new item! When finished, you’ll be heading off to Disney with a new set of toys for the kids. Originally $21.99, you can get this set now for only $12.99. Click here to buy this Mickey Vacation Countdown Calendar! While we’re talking about vacations, why not upgrade your luggage? If you have a little one who needs a new suitcase, American Tourister is a brand we trust and often recommend to our friends and family. Even the Amazon reviewers agree this is a great brand! American Tourister Kids’ Disney Hardside Suitcase This American Tourister Kids’ Disney Hardside Suitcase features a variety of classic princesses. It’s the perfect size for kids, who can easily roll this mini-suitcase. If it’s time for them to finally get their own luggage, this would be a great choice! Right now this suitcase is on sale for $71.75, marked down from $84.99. Click here to buy an American Tourister Kids’ Disney Hardside Suitcase! Little kids who can’t get enough of their trucks and construction toys will enjoy receiving a new set to play with! Treat them to the Mickey Mouse Dump Truck Vehicles set this holiday season. Mickey Mouse Dump Truck Vehicles Mickey is driving his own construction vehicle that’s covered in his signature colors. It even has several hidden Mickeys! This playset also comes with other construction accessories for play time. Right now this set is 64% off, bringing the original price of $52.99 all the way down to $18.99! Click here to buy these Mickey Mouse Dump Truck Vehicles! Shopping for a pin collector? Don’t pass up this limited edition Star Wars set! This set of 6 pins all feature the adorable Grogu from the tv show The Mandalorian. The Child in the Carriage Limited Edition Pin Set Even since his initial debut, Grogu still remains a fan favorite, and it’s easy to understand why! All 6 pins feature him in his space carriage with a variety of expressions. Grab this set for $8.99, a steal considering it was originally priced at $24.99! Click here to buy The Child in the Carriage Limited Edition Pin Set! Do you remember being a kid and enjoying playing with toy cash registers? Give the gift of that same joy you felt to a child in your life with this Disney Junior Minnie Mouse Bowtique Cash Register! Disney Junior Minnie Mouse Bowtique Cash Register This playset includes everything they’ll need to set up their own mini grocery store! It comes with the Minnie-inspired pink cash register, money, a credit card, groceries, and even a tiny shopping basket. This set is normally $21.99, but it’s over half off, now priced at $9.99. Click here to buy this Disney Junior Minnie Mouse Bowtique Cash Register! This board game is a consistent favorite amongst our readers and Amazon reviewers alike! If you’re looking for a board game that can be played by younger kids, definitely try out this one. Chip ‘n’ Dale Christmas Treasures Game The Chip ‘n’ Dale Christmas Treasures Game is a card-based game that features classic Disney characters with a festive Christmas theme. Reviewers noted that this is an easy game, perfect for a family game night with younger children. Nab this for a limited time for $6.90, originally $8.99. Click here to buy the Chip ‘n’ Dale Christmas Treasures Game! There are some sales on Disney apparel, like with this Mickey T-Shirt! This tee is a loose-fit style, perfect for wearing to the parks or lounging around the home. Mickey T-Shirt This red tee features a classic Mickey face on the front, and it has a faded and vintage look that we love. Currently, you can get this shirt for 40% off! That brings the price down from $24.99 to $15. Click here to buy this Mickey T-Shirt! We’ll keep checking Amazon to bring you their best deals! For all the Black Friday deals on Disney items this season, keep checking in on our Black Friday page, which we update regularly. If you don’t have Amazon Prime you can get a whole month for free with their current free trial promotion — click the banner below to sign up! 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 do you usually do your holiday shopping? Do you like to get it done early or wait for the best sales? Let us know in the comments below! The post The BEST Disney Deals on Amazon Right Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Something incredible happened 94 years ago today — two stars of the stage and screen were BORN! These two are having a birthday today! We’re talking about the most iconic couple of all time, Mickey and Minnie Mouse. That’s right, in 1928, the pair appeared for the first time in the short Steamboat Willie. Now, they’re celebrating their birthdays in a big way — in both Disney World AND Disneyland! Disneyland did what any Disney Park would do for a celebrity birthday — the park threw a HUGE party with a parade! Needless to say, today is a big day. If you’d like to celebrate, there are PLENTY of things to watch on Disney+, including the newest Mickey Mouse series. If you’re in a holiday mood, Mickey’s Christmas Carol is the PERFECT way to get in on the holiday spirit (and seriously, Scrooge McDuck AS Scrooge? Well, that’s genius!). So happy birthday to Mickey and Minnie — may you have many, many more. Thank you for all the happiness and laughter you’ve given us throughout the years. ColourPop Just Released a MUPPETS (!!!) Holiday Collection. Check It Out! 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. How are you celebrating Mickey and Minnie’s birthdays today? Let us know in the comments! The post Blink and You’ll Miss This Major Disney Celebration! 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. WARNING: your bank account is about to hate us. Holiday merchandise in Disney World! Why? Because there’s a LOT of new Disney merchandise online right now. And we’re not just talking about the holiday collection, but plenty of other year-round souvenirs, collectibles, and accessories as well. Are you brave enough to see the list? It’s pretty tempting! You sure? Okay, let’s check out all the new Disney merchandise that landed online this week! Minnie Ears Yep, we’re jumping right out the gate with the BIG one — Minnie ears! We had FIVE new pairs of ears this week, and we can almost guarantee that there’s at least one pair you’ll be interested in. Starting with these stunning Snow White BaubleBar Ears on shopDisney. Snow White ears If you’re pumped up for the holiday season, we’ve got the most fitting accessory — the Red and Green Holiday Minnie Ears. They’re so festive! You’ve got the iconic colors, the velvet fabric, the pompom…it doesn’t get more Christmas-y than that. Holiday Ears and a Snowy Castle Have you been to see Black Panther: Wakanda Forever three times in theaters already? If so, these Namor Mickey Ears were MADE for you. They’re available online for $44.99. ©Disney On the flip side, we’ve got something for Star Wars fans as well! It’s finally time for Boba Fett to get his own pair of Mickey ears. The new pair (already spotted in Disneyland) features the iconic color scheme of the bounty hunter. Grab them before they sell out! Boba Fett ears And finally, we’ve got a simpler pair that you can wear to any park in any season! These Bleached Denim Minnie Ears are giving a really relaxed vibe, and we’re here for it. Denim Bleach Ears They’re topped off with a lavender bow and you can get them online now for $29.99. Shop the Denim Ears Online Here! Collectibles We’ve been watching Disney release a variety of dolls this year for the Disney Designer Collection, and the newest option is online now. Say hello to the Snow White Doll! ©Disney She’s dressed in a stunning white wedding gown with red accents on her sleeves and in her hair. Order her now for $129.99. Shop the Snow White Doll Here! Disney Bags And to round out the rest of our the new merchandise this week, we’ve got some new Disney bags online! First up, the Snow White Dooney & Bourke Collection has arrived. These abstract cartoon bags feature icons from the movie. Snow White Dooney & Bourke Bags And last but not least, we’ve got some new Beauty and the Beast Amazon-exclusive Loungefly items. For those who are fans of Mrs. Potts, these accessories are a NEED! ©Amazon You can pick up either the backpack or the matching wallet. How cute! Click Here to Shop the Amazon-Exclusive Loungeflys! That’s everything new online this week! We’ll continue to update you with the latest merchandise that we spot online and in the theme parks, so stay tuned for the latest. We’re expecting a lot more excitement with the holidays coming up! While you’re in the shopping mood…have you checked our DFB exclusive graphic tees and merch? It’s super fun stuff to wear to the parks, or repping your happy place at the grocery store! Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! Click Here to See the Full Holiday Merchandise Collection! 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. Which of these items would you buy? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney Dropped FIVE New Pairs of Minnie Ears Online first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Over the years, we’ve eaten a LOT of Disney World snacks. Mickey Pretzel We’ve had cupcakes with all kinds of flavors, a wide variety of milkshakes, and our fair share of treats that made us scratch our heads. But there are some snacks that we’ve come back to over and over again — things like Disney’s chicken tenders or the classic Mickey premium bars and stuffed pretzels. And if you’re missing those classic treats when you’re away from the parks, there might be a way for you to get your theme park food fix! We recently took a trip to Wawa (yes, the gas station!) to try out some of their snacks and see how they compare with the options in Disney World. This particular gas station chain is known for having decent food, and we found ourselves with quite a few options to choose from. Food selections at Wawa You can either order at one of the many kiosks to pick up something like a sandwich, salad, or breakfast food, or you can head to the counter, where we found a warming station filled with snacks that were made earlier that day. That’s where we’re getting our samples from this time! Let’s dig in! We picked up a Cheddar Cheese Stuffed Pretzel, a package of two Pork Egg Rolls, and a bag of Homestyle Chicken Bites, and altogether our total was $9.34. That’s significantly cheaper than this roundup would’ve cost us in the theme parks, but that’s to be expected. Wawa Menu So let’s try out these snacks and see how they compare with their Disney counterparts! First up, we tried the Cheddar Cheese Stuffed Pretzel, which we would put up against either the Jalapeno Cheese Stuffed Pretzel or the Pepper Jack Stuffed Pretzel in Disney World. The Wawa version is a bit smaller, but it’s also a lot cheaper — the Disney pretzels typically cost around $7.49, while the Wawa one rang up for $2.39. Stuffed Pretzel As far as taste goes, there are pros and cons. It’s not as salty as a Disney pretzel, but it’s also not as doughy. We felt like the ratio of cheese to pretzel was pretty decent, and the cheddar cheese flavor was strong. The filling is similar to a cheese sauce, and it’s definitely best when it’s still fresh — this one got a little tough to eat after we let one half get cold. Cheddar Cheese Stuffed Pretzel Putting it up against a Disney pretzel, it’s different, but it’s definitely a good alternative if you can’t make it to the parks. It’s significantly cheaper, had a good balance of ingredients, and if you’re feeling fancy, Wawa also sells pretzel dipping sauces by the register. Depending on what you’re looking for in a pretzel, you might even like it MORE than the Disney version. (Although sadly, these don’t come in Mickey shapes!) Inside of the pretzel Next up we had the Pork Egg Rolls. A pack of two egg rolls costs $3.19 at the Wawa in Orlando, and it was a really good deal in our opinion. In EPCOT at Lotus Blossom Cafe, a pair of pork egg rolls will cost you $5.25. Pork Egg Rolls The Wawa egg rolls were shockingly good for a gas station option. The first one we tried was crispy on the outside with a slight chew to the shell, had plenty of filling, and a good pork flavor. The second egg roll was a little too chewy and slightly more difficult to eat, but the inside was still delicious. It was crispy and delicious! In general, we’d put these on par with (or better than, if you get a good batch) egg rolls from a fast-food Asian restaurant. They’re not as high quality as what you’d get at a table service place, but they hold their own against the Disney World quick service option. And for $3.19 from a gas station, they’re no slouch! (We’re definitely not choosing these over the iconic Magic Kingdom spring rolls though.) Inside of the egg roll Our third and final snack was the Homestyle Chicken Bites, which were also $3.19. And honestly, of all the options, these were the ones that impressed us the most! Homestyle Chicken Bites We’ve eaten chicken tenders and chicken nuggets at Disney World countless times, but these chicken bites from Wawa were BETTER than the nuggets we’ve had in the parks. They were crispy on the outside, had just the right amount of breading, and there was plenty of meat in the middle. On top of that, we didn’t find any gristle or fat inside! They’re a good size! The flavor on these reminded us a lot of the popcorn chicken you buy from the deli at the grocery store (specifically like Walmart), and they were a perfect size — bigger than a regular nugget but smaller than a boneless wing. The bag came with five bites in total and we’d definitely order them again. Inside the chicken bites So there you go — the next time you’re missing those theme park eats, you might be able to find something to curb your craving at your local Wawa. We spent much less than we would in the parks, and with all that food, we were definitely full before the tasting was done. Which restaurant, gas station, or chain location would you like us to compare to Disney World food next? Let us know! And if you’ve found a Disney World food “dupe” we’d definitely love to hear about it. Where to Find Your Favorite Fast Food Dupes in Disney World — Click Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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 snack from Disney World do you miss when you’re at home? Tell us in the comments! The post Does a GAS STATION Do Theme Park Snacks Better Than Disney World? 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When you think of incredible theme park attractions, what comes to mind? Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Is it an immersive ride like Rise of the Resistance in Disney World? Or maybe it’s something thrilling like VelociCoaster at Universal Orlando. But, what if we told you there was a new, award-winning attraction that features exciting technology like you’ve never seen? There is, and we’re sharing a behind-the-scenes look! The minds behind the world’s greatest theme parks are constantly thinking of ways to innovate and bring the latest technologies to their lands. The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) recently awarded the World’s Best New Attraction designation to Tornado Chasers (or Chasseurs de Tornades.) ©Futuroscope This new ride is located at Futuroscope Park in France, and features the world’s first Dynamic Motion Theater. What is a Dynamic Motion Theater? Think of it like The Carousel of Progress’ waaaaay cooler older brother. ©Futuroscope Essentially, guests are sat in a theater with massive screens around them — but it isn’t just any theater, as the entire seating platform is able to rotate, tilt, move up and down, and more. That way, guests can really feel part of the tornado-chasing action. ©Futuroscope You can learn more about Tornado Chasers and the making of the ride in the below video! We’d love for an attraction like this to eventually make its way to Disney World, but for now, we’ll just have to wait and see. Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest theme park news and more! Disney’s Biggest Announcements Could Be Hiding in Patents 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. Would you ride this attraction? Let us know in the comments! The post See the Mind-Blowing Ride That Just Won the World's BEST New Attraction Award first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

STAY CALM. IT’S HAPPENING. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland Disney announced at this year’s D23 Expo that an exciting new character duo would make their appearance at Disneyland soon, and now the time has finally arrived! Come with us to see the Mandalorian and Grogu (BABY YODA) in Disneyland’s Galaxy’s Edge! The first hint that we’d get to meet Mando and Baby Yoda came at the D23 Expo, and then Disney announced that they’d be in the park on November 18th. So of course we rushed into Galaxy’s Edge to meet them! The pair were walking around Galaxy’s Edge, and a Cast Member told us that they come out to greet guests about every 30 minutes. Baby Yoda!! The Mandalorian was dressed in his classic armor, and Grogu was hanging out in a pouch slung over his shoulder. What an iconic duo We got to chat with Mando a bit, and we said hello to Baby Yoda too. The animatronic can make sounds and move around a little bit, and it was fun to see him “interact” with guests. So cute Disney hasn’t announced how long Mando and Grogu will stick around, so head into Disneyland ASAP if you want to meet them! And don’t forget to make your Park Pass Reservations before you go. Mandalorian We’ll keep watching for more Disneyland news, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest updates. Click here to learn more about Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland. Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! See Our DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Get All the Info About Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Should You Go to Disneyland in 2022? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Are you a fan of Baby Yoda? Let us know in the comments. The post PHOTOS and VIDEO: We Met BABY YODA in Disneyland! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Walt Disney Company is always pushing the envelope of new ride and attraction technology! Inside Rise of the Resistance We’ve seen the rise of trackless vehicles on rides like Rise of the Resistance and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, and even an interactive virtual element in WEB SLINGERS. Now the future of water rides looks like it could be bright — and it may include one character with a big connection to the ocean! If you’re a big fan of Moana, you might already know about the upcoming EPCOT attraction, Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana, which is scheduled to open soon in late 2023. But instead of being a ride, it’s actually a walk-through interactive water experience, so there are no ride vehicles involved. But what if Disney created another Moana attraction? Journey of Water Concept Art ©Disney Back at the D23 Expo, Disney suggested that a Moana-themed area could theoretically replace DinoLand U.S.A. in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, although the emphasis was on “could,” with no concrete plans in place at that time. They did release some concept art that depicted what looks like two rides, including a boat ride (check towards the bottom left), and Disney filed a patent recently that could mean a Moana-themed boat ride might be coming to a theme park sometime in the future! DinoLand USA Expansion Disney filed a patent for a “Boat Motion Simulator” in July 2021 (patent #US 11,478,718), with the official date of the patent being October 25th, 2022. The patent describes a “system configured specially to impart boat-type motions (e.g., roll, sway, heave, pitch, surge, and yaw) to a passenger boat.” It goes on to explain that the boat “floats naturally in a volume of water,” and it will also be able to “display imagery and a soundtrack that are synchronized with the motions imparted upon the boat.” Overall, this attraction would be meant to “provide a unique and realistic boat simulator or boat ride experience for passengers in the boat.” ©Disney The patent includes several images of what this attraction could look like, with a boat floating in a body of water with a variety of machinery underneath to presumably contribute to the movement. Theoretically, this simulator would be able to create the actual feeling of boat-type motions, all while floating naturally and vertically supported by buoyancy in the water. ©Disney Another figure actually shows a larger image of the attraction, including a dome screen for projected images, and even Moana and Maui on a separate boat! Disney notes in the application that current water rides “do not meet the demand for new and surprising ways to entertain visitors,” and that most water ride technology has not significantly changed over the years. If you’ve ever ridden a water boat ride in Disney World, you probably noticed that the ride is very smooth, rather than an imitation of an actual boat on a body of water. ©Disney Disney also noted that this proposed technology could be used in a water ride with simulated battles, and the boat could be “pitching and rolling the waves, shuttering with the cannon fire, and listing to one side when it starts sinking.” (Is anyone else reminded of the Kakamora attack on Moana and Maui?) Instead of rolling by in a boat while observing all the action around you, like on Pirates of the Caribbean, this ride could actually include guests in the action. Pirates of the Caribbean Now theoretically, this boat technology could be used in any number of attractions, but the image of Moana and Maui suggests that this could be intended specifically for a Moana-themed ride. Still, Disney does not specify exactly what theme this technology could be used for. Concept art of possible changes Disney also suggests within the patent that there could be two different experiences, including a “passive experience” and an “active experience.” You can probably guess what that might mean, but basically, the passive experience would have restrained guests concentrated more on watching the action, while the active experience would have unrestrained guests performing tasks, potentially even including pirate scenes! Pirates of the Caribbean scene According to the patent, there could be more than one ride vehicle or multiple vehicles sharing the space, and guests will be able to decide which side to join — as in whether they want to be a pirate or a traveler, for example. Maybe it’ll be like choosing between the more intense Orange Mission or the more family-friendly Green Mission on Mission: SPACE in EPCOT. Green or Orange? Of course, it’s very important to note that although the patent includes an image of Moana and Maui, this is not a guarantee that this will absolutely be the theme of this theoretical ride. When Disney files a patent, it does not necessarily mean that this is a project in progress right now — it just means that this COULD be a project put in action in the future. Hey Moana! If you’re curious about more Disney patents that have been filed recently, we recommend clicking on the following links: A ROBOT that could carry your things in theme parks Bringing virtual reality into the real world Seeing virtual images WITHOUT 3D glasses Keep following DFB for more Disney news and updates! Could DinoLand be reimagined with a Moana theme? Find out more 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 do you think about this possible attraction? Tell us in the comments! The post A New Invention Might Mean a ‘Moana’ Boat Ride Is Coming to Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Y’all, it is HARD keeping up with all the new snacks that pop up in Disney World. Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe Not only are we trying out all the new holiday snacks, but we’re gearing up to eat a LOT of food at the upcoming EPCOT Festival of the Holidays. But other snacks also pop up to surprise us, like a new sandwich in Magic Kingdom — let’s see what all the fuss is about! We’re headed over to say hi to Sonny Eclipse and grab the new Rocket Hot Chicken Sandwich from Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe in Magic Kingdom! It’s a Spicy Fried Chicken sandwich topped with Pickle Slaw and Sonny Eclipse Rocket Aïoli on a Brioche Bun with your choice of a side. We went with fries — we love those Disney fries. With fries, of course So here’s the thing — this is a perfectly good chicken sandwich. The chicken is cooked well, and the slaw is delicious. BUT — there’s nothing spicy or hot about this sandwich. With a name like “Rocket Hot,” we expected a little bit of a kick and this did not deliver. Looks good! Maybe that’s the point — maybe this sandwich is just hot in name only? If you’re averse to spice, you won’t have to worry about trying this, though. Even kids might like it! Plenty of chicken! But like we said, it’s a really good chicken sandwich option in Disney World (even if it didn’t exactly blow our minds), and that’s always a good thing. You can get it (with a side) for $12.59. If you’re looking to see reviews of other items at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe, click here! We’ll also continue to keep an eye out for new food in Disney World, so stay tuned for more reviews. Cosmic Ray’s WE KNOW – there are SO many great snacks at Disney World! How do you choose (we don’t want to choose but will blow our budget on Day 1 otherwise)? We’ve got you covered! We have reviewed nearly EVERY snack available at Disney World, and we’ve written a series of DFB Guides about them! Ready to get started? Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. You can even download them to your smartphone – it’ll be like we’re right there with you in the parks! Use code WDW2023 to get 25% off! Keep following DFB for more updates from 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. What’s your favorite snack in Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post Watch Out Popeyes: Disney’s New Chicken Sandwich Is Comin’ For Ya first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

This month we are celebrating Veterans and Military Families Month around Disney Parks, and this week, members of SALUTE, our veteran diversity group for those who have served in the armed forces and their families and friends, went out to volunteer and spread some holiday cheer to the Orlando Fisher House located next to the […]View the full article

Are you ready? No…are you REALLY ready? Maybe pull up a chair and a coffee, because we’ve got some BIG Disney news to share. Disney’s Hollywood Studios From ticket price changes and Park Pass updates to Festival of the Holidays menus for EPCOT, these are 5 of the most critical Disney updates you need to know right now. Ticket and Park Pass Reservation Changes in Disney World If you’ll be heading to Disney World, there are some critical changes being made with Disney World tickets that you need to know about. First, when it comes to 1-day, 1-park tickets, the way those are priced is going to CHANGE soon. Starting December 8th, 1-day, 1-park tickets will no longer be the same price for all 4 parks. Instead, pricing will vary depending on the park you want to visit. Magic Kingdom So, for example, a 1-day, 1-park ticket for Magic Kingdom may be more expensive than a 1-day, 1-park ticket for Animal Kingdom on the same day. Here are the upcoming ticket price ranges (starting December 8th): Disney’s Animal Kingdom — $109-$159 (prices are staying the same as current costs) Disney’s Hollywood Studios — $124-$179 EPCOT — $114-$179 Magic Kingdom — $124-$189 Tree of Life Again, for now, this change is being made to 1-day, 1-park tickets only. Click here for full details on this ticket change and price increase Along with that 1-day, 1-park ticket change will come a change in the Park Pass reservation system. Starting December 8th, those who buy a 1-day, 1-park ticket (which will then feature park-specific pricing), will automatically get a Park Pass for the park they’ve purchased a ticket for. Disney World So if on or after December 8th, you buy a 1-day, 1-park ticket for Magic Kingdom, at the time you purchase the ticket, a Park Pass for Magic Kingdom will automatically be made for you. Click here for full details on the Park Pass reservation change And finally, it’s important to note that something is also changing soon when it comes to Park Hoppers. Starting December 8th, prices for select Disney World ticket add-ons, like Park Hopper and Park Hopper Plus, will vary by date. Dumbo So buying the Park Hopper or Park Hopper Plus option during the “peak” busy season will likely cost you much more than if you were to add it onto your ticket in mid-August. These are all changes that could impact your vacation budget or the way you plan your trip, so please keep them in mind as you start to arrange future travel to Disney World. Click here for our full article on the Park Hopper price change Annual Pass Price Increases and Magic Key News Even MORE changes are on the way when it comes to Annual Passes in Disney World. Disney has announced price increases for new Annual Passes. These increases go into effect on December 8th. Here’s a breakdown of the pricing changes for NEW passes: Incredi-Pass (new sales paused, renewals available) Current price: $1,299 New price: $1,399 (increase of $100) Sorcerer Pass (new sales paused, renewals available) Current price: $899 New price: $969 (increase of $70) Pirate Pass (new sales paused, renewals available) Current price: $699 New price: $749 (increase of $50) Pixie Pass (new sales available, renewals available too) Current price: $399 New price: $399 (no increase) Disney World Annual Passholder Popcorn Bucket Most of the Annual Passes types are not available for new purchases, however, and sales are not expected to resume this year. But it’s important to keep in mind that renewals for ALL pass types ARE available. And the changes made to Annual Pass pricing will impact renewals. Though renewals will continue to be discounted at the same percentage, renewal pricing will INCREASE starting December 8th. Increases will be between $43-$100, depending on the pass type. Click here for our full breakdown of Annual Pass renewals Over at Disneyland, Magic Key Pass sales had been paused for quite some time. But they suddenly resumed earlier this week. ©Disney You had to have acted quickly, however, as sales for the passes were later paused. As of December 18th, all pass types are available for renewal but it appears that new sales are totally paused. We’ll keep an eye out for updates. Click here for more details about the Magic Key program Dining Reservation Changes But wait…there are MORE changes that have been made lately. At both Disney World and Disneyland, the dining reservation cancelation policy is now different. Previously, you had to cancel your dining reservation the day before to avoid cancelation fees. But now that is no longer the case. Reservation Rules Have Changed At most Disney World and Disneyland restaurants (note that there might be exceptions), you can now cancel your dining reservation up to 2 HOURS before the reservation time and still avoid cancelation fees. This allows for a lot more flexibility. If you’re looking for a last-minute reservation somewhere, be sure to look at that 2-hour mark as more reservations may open up at that time right as folks try to get in those last-minute cancelations. Click here for a breakdown of this change as it affects Disney World EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Menus The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays starts in just a few days (on November 25th, 2022), and the full menus for the Festival have FINALLY arrived! There will be 1 NEW booth this year that will serve holiday-themed plant-based offerings, and there will be a few NEW food items at returning Festival booths. Some of the new items include a Peanut Stew and a NEW Peppermint mini funnel cake! ©Disney To see our list of returning eats you can’t miss, click here. Beyond the food, some other things are changing at the Festival, including some features of the Candlelight Processional, updated costumes for the Voices of Liberty, and more. See a breakdown of 6 exciting new details coming to the Festival here. Candlelight Processional This week we also got a first look at the merchandise coming to the Festival of the Holidays. Get those wallets ready! Back of the jersey We’ll be covering EVERYTHING you need to know about the Festival of the Holidays (with FULL booth reviews) on the Festival’s opening day, so stay tuned for updates on that! Click here to see the FULL MENUS for the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays! HUGE Food News And finally, we end with a collection of food news from this week. At EPCOT, a reopening date and new menu have been announced for Takumi Tei, the signature dining experience in the Japan pavilion! The restaurant will reopen on November 23rd and will offer 2 omakase multi-course options. It will only serve a limited number of walk-in guests for now. Wagyu Taberkurabe Presentation Also in EPCOT, some Annual Passholder-exclusive drinks are coming to the park as part of the Festival of the Holidays. There will be a Cinnamon Frozen Coca-Cola and Happy Snowman frozen cocktail, so keep an eye out for those! 2021 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Staying in EPCOT for one more item, some seasonal treats have arrived at a popular snack spot — Karamell-Küche in the Germany pavilion. We specifically stopped by to try the Werther’s Original Holiday Caramel Flight, along with the Werther’s Original Caramel Snickerdoodle Cookie. See our review of the treats here! Werther’s Holiday Caramel Flight Over at Disney Springs, a few new and seasonal menu items are available at the popular Homecomin’. On the menu, you’ll now find a Chicken Salad Sandwich, Skillet-Fried Chicken Paillard, Chopped BLT Salad, and more. Be sure to check these out and see if any of them become new must-gets for you! @HomecominFL via Instagram We’ve mentioned it before but we just wanted to note again that the Festival of Holidays has officially kicked off in Disney California Adventure Park (at Disneyland Resort). We’ve shared reviews of the booths there, and now we’ve got our list of the best eats and drinks at the festival here! Santa’s Cookies and Milk Hot Cocoa And finally, in terms of food news, TONS of holiday treats have arrived in Disney World and Disneyland, and we’ve been sharing reviews of SO. MANY. of them with you! Nachos, holiday style Be sure to check out our page FULL of photos and reviews of the holiday snacks in Disney World, or our similar page with reviews of the holiday snacks in Disneyland, before your next visit so you can know what will (or won’t!) be worth your cash. Of course, other news happened within the last week. Check out some of those stories below: The gingerbread castle has opened at Disney’s Contemporary Resort and we tried some NEW treats there There’s a gingerbread restaurant on display at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn The Christmas Tree Stroll is back in Disney Springs A hiring freeze and job layoffs have been announced for the Disney Company A new luxury hotel is coming near Disney World Disney World’s Blizzard Beach Water Park has REOPENED — check out the new Frozen area here A princess diaries sequel is in the works at Disney Disney Cruise Line has purchased a new ship Shanghai Disney has begun a phased reopening That’s it for the news this week! Elsa! Hold up for a sec! Before you plan your next trip to Disney World, you’re going to need this discount code – WDW2022. Use it to save 25% when you buy our DFB Guide Everything Bundle here. Become a Disney Expert! You will get ALL of our best-selling eBooks with details on Disney World Dining, EPCOT Festivals, the BEST snacks in each park, and soooooo many tips and tricks we’ve learned over decades of visiting our happy place. Click here to make this guide yours!  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. Will any of these changes impact your upcoming trips? Tell us in the comments. The post Ticket and Park Pass Changes, Annual Pass Price Increases, and More MASSIVE Disney News first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Okay, so we have to ask — what’s your favorite part of Disney’s Hollywood Studios? Hello from Disney’s Hollywood Studios! If you’re a Star Wars fan, you might say Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Toy Story fans will probably say Toy Story Land. Those who love old Hollywood just might love everything else about the park. Us? We love the food…and the shopping! So let’s see what’s been happening in Hollywood Studios recently. Hollywood Studios Food Updates Kat Saka’s Kettle You can now access Kat Saka’s Kettle on Mobile Order! This is what it looks like in the app! Keep that in mind if you have a craving for some delicious popcorn — you don’t have to wait in line to get your snacks here anymore. Learn more about this change here! The Market The Holiday Popcorn Mix is available here, and pretty much available at all the snack carts we saw. It’s $7.50. Holiday popcorn Also, you can find that fun Snow Globe Sipper Here! So fun! The sipper is $14. See More Photos of the Snow Globe Sipper Hollywood Studios Merchandise Updates Celebrity 5 & 10 Here, we found a Baymax Skiing Ornament for $24.99… Baymax …Black Polka Dot Minnie Ears for $34.99… Black polka dot ears …a Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Shirt for $36.99… Wildest Ride in the Wilderness …a Mickey and Pluto Milk and Cookies Set for $29.99… Milk and cookies for Santa …and Mini Christmas Trees. Little trees! Each tree is $29.99. ColourPop Just Released a MUPPETS (!!!) Holiday Collection! Check It Out Here! The Dark Room There is a TON of new stuff at The Dark Room. There’s an Avengers MagicBand+ for $44.99… Avengers …an Evil Queen Journal Set for $24.99… Evil Queen! …a Warrior Star Wars Pin for $17.99… Warrior …a Rebel Star Wars Pin for $17.99… Rebel …a Hero Star Wars Pin for $17.99… Hero …a Leader Star Wars Pin for $17.99… Leader …a Millennium Falcon Open Edition Pin for $9.99… Fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy …a Holiday Cheer Tag for $19.99… Mickey …a Minnie Mouse Magnet for $14.99… Happy Holidays from Minnie! …a Merriest Place On Earth Phone Case for $29.99… Merry Phone Case …and a Happy Holidays Magnet. Magnet The magnet is $14.99. The BEST Disney World Restaurants for First-Timers in 2023 Mouse About Town A new Mickey Sweatshirt is available. New Mickey shirt! It’s $52.99. Check Out This RARE Magical Moment in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Mickey’s of Hollywood At Mickey’s, you can get a Mickey and Minnie Holiday Tee for $36.99… Mickey and Minnie! …a Toy Story Crochet Kit for $19.99… Crochet aliens! …an Adjustable Ears Santa Hat Headband for $34.99… They’re adjustable! …Holiday Pom Ears for $34.99… So cheerful! …a Peppermint Holiday Loungefly Mini Backpack for $85… SO bright …and a Toy Story Holiday Hoodie for Kids. Fuzzy sleeves The hoodie is $44.99. When the Disney Holiday Special and Christmas Day Parade Will Air on ABC and Hulu Legends of Hollywood Here, you can get a Minnie Mouse Cardholder for $16.99… Minnie is so sweet …a Mickey and Pluto Denim Shirt for $59.99… Mickey and Pluto …a Mickey and Pluto Denim Dress for $79.99… There’s a matching dress! …a Mickey and Minnie Denim Jacket for $74.99… Couple goals …a Bambi Sweatshirt for $59.99… Fun Bambi hoodie …and Mickey Silk Pajamas. Great for lounging The pajamas are $59.99. What EVERYONE Wants To Know About Disney World But Is AFRAID To Ask Keystone Clothiers Keystone Clothiers now has a Yoda Ornament for $24.99… Yoda! …a Black Panther Long-Sleeve Shirt… For Wakanda! …a Black Panther Spear for $29.99… Spear …Spider-Man and Friends Holiday Pajamas for Kids for $29.99… Spider-Man and friends …a Star Wars Flannel Shirt for $49.99… Star Wars flannel …a Star Wars Life Day Hoodie for $54.99… Life Day Hoodie …a Star Wars Life Day Shirt for $36.99… Life Day tee …and an Ewok Milk and Cookies Set. We are here for Ewok holiday stuff The set is $29.99. 9 Amazon Disney Deals To Get Ahead of Holiday Shopping Once Upon A Time Here, we found an Oogie Boogie Shirt for $29.99… Oogie Boogie Pest Control …a Just One Bite Sweatshirt for $52.99… Poison Apple …Fuzzy Minnie Socks for $42… Fuzzy Socks! …and a Mickey Mouse Tee. Mickey Mouse The tee is $29.99. The 7 Best Places for Late-Night Eats Near Disney World Tower Hotel Gifts A new Twilight Zone Tower of Terror Shirt is here. Beyond the 5th Dimension The shirt is $29.99. The Best Disney World Restaurants for Dinner for 2023 Jessie’s Trading Post You can now get a Toy Story Holiday Apron for $34.99… Warm and fuzzy …a Pixar Pet Bandana Set of 3 for $24.99… Pet bandanas …and a Pixar Holiday Pet T-Shirt. Holiday tee for pets The pet tee is $24.99. We’ve Eaten at Every Restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. These Are the BEST. Dok Ondar’s Den of Antiquities You can now get a Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser Protective Shield with every Legacy Lightsaber Hilt purchase. The shield You can pick up the shield at the package pickup entrance at the front of the park after you purchase your legacy lightsaber hilt. Get A First Look at the 2022 Star Wars Life Day Merchandise Black Spire Outpost There’s a new Star Wars Life Day Fleece Throw with Sleeves. It’s a snuggie! It’s $49.99. Here’s Everything That Happens When a Disney World Park Hits Capacity Tatooine Traders A new Holiday Star Wars Wreath is available. FESTIVE Get it for $49.99. Vera Bradley Meets ‘Star Wars’ In This New Collaboration — See Photos! Jewels of Bith You can also get a Star Wars Life Day MagicBand+. Life Day MagicBand+ The MagicBand+ is $54.99. This RARE Hidden Mickey Is Only Visible for 15 Minutes a YEAR in Disney World Hollywood Studios Other Updates The characters in Toy Story land are in their holiday outfits. We saw Woody and Jessie… Woody and Jessie …and Buzz! Buzz Santa and his reindeer are back in the Holiday Motorcade! There he is! You’ll find showtimes for the motorcade in the My Disney Experience app. See More Photos of the Motorcade! If you happen to find yourself in Hollywood Studios over the holidays, be sure to check out all the holiday decor and the giant Christmas tree! If you need some tips on how to tackle the holiday season in Disney World like a pro, click here. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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 your favorite thing about Hollywood Studios? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Disney's Hollywood Studios: How To Get a FREE 'Star Wars' Souvenir 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. You won’t be hard to spot in a crowd with Disney’s new ears, Loungefly backpack, and Spirit Jersey! So. Many. Ears. We’ve seen a lot of merchandise news from Disney recently, including a SALE on Loungefly bags, some new Minnie ear designs, and a sneak peek at Festival of the Holidays items. Now, there’s a new collection in Disneyland, but you might not want to buy these in the parks. Find out how you can SAVE on Disney’s new items. At the Emporium gift shop in Disneyland Park today, we found the new Swirl collection! This collection includes Minnie ears, a Loungefly backpack, and a Spirit Jersey. All of the items feature a colorful swirl pattern. The ears have a pink headband and a gold tulle bow in the middle. New Ears You can get them for $34.99 in Disneyland, but you should wait and buy them online instead! Tulle bow On shopDisney, the ears are just $29.99. Click here to buy the Swirl Minnie Ears online. The matching Spirit Jersey is also both in Disneyland and online. It’s very bright, with pink, teal, gold, and white swirls. “Disneyland Resort” is printed in large letters across the back. Spirit Jersey The jersey was available for $79.99 in Disneyland, but it’s $5 cheaper online at $74.99. Click here to buy the Swirl Spirit Jersey online. The last item in this new collection is the Swirl Loungefly Backpack. It has the same pattern as the ears and the Spirit Jersey, and there are little Mickey ears on top of the bag. Loungefly Backpack You can get it for $75 in Disneyland, and it’s available online too! However, this is the only one that’s actually cheaper in the parks. Online, it’s $78. Still, if you won’t be visiting Disneyland anytime soon, you can grab this one for just a few dollars more from shopDisney. Click here to buy the Swirl Loungefly Backpack online. While you’re in the shopping mood…have you checked our DFB exclusive graphic tees and merch? It’s super fun stuff to wear to the parks, or repping your happy place at the grocery store! Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! Disney World during the holiday season is purely iconic. Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on all the newest Disney merchandise! Click here to see every single Black Friday Disney deal. Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! See Our DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Get All the Info About Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Should You Go to Disneyland in 2022? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What do you think of Disney’s newest Minnie ears? Let us know in the comments. The post The SECRET To Saving on Disney’s New Loungefly Backpack and Minnie Ears first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

2023 will be here before you know it and NOW is the time to start planning your 2023 Disney World trips! Disney’s Beach Club Resort There are SO many hotels at and around Disney World that it can be hard to figure out which one is the best for you. Do you want to stay on Disney property or off? How close to the parks do you want to be? How large of a room will you need? But let’s take a deep breath, we know how overwhelming planning a Disney trip can be, and we’re here to help! We’ve already talked about some of the best Disney Hotels for 2023, but now let’s talk about the BEST Disney World Villas for 2023! Villas vs. Hotel Rooms Ok, now you’re asking, “What’s the difference between a hotel and a villa?” Right? Ok, let’s break it down. Villas is the term that Disney uses for its timeshare (Disney Vacation Club – DVC) properties. Through DVC membership, the member owns points that give them the privilege to stay in certain properties. But, DVC members don’t actually own a unit in a Disney Vacation Club hotel (unlike some other timeshare programs). Instead, the DVC members really just own the points, which gives them the privilege to stay on property. But you don’t have to be a member to stay in these accommodations. Non-DVC members can book rooms straight through Disney (like you’d book a standard hotel room), or you rent points from a DVC member, to save a little money. Disney Vacation Club You might be wondering why you’d want to stay in a DVC room in the first place, as opposed to just booking a regular Disney hotel room. There are actually quite a few reasons. The DVC rooms are deluxe villas. That means you’ll get to enjoy furnishings that are generally a little bit more on the higher end. You’ll also get larger square footage in some of these rooms when compared to standard hotel rooms. And there are special amenities that can make your trip easier and more convenient. In DVC villas that feature 1-2 bedrooms, you’ll find full kitchens, in-room laundry appliances, a large living room, and a dining area. All of these can be huge assets for a larger family. New DVC rooms In DVC studio-sized rooms, you’ll find kitchenettes with a toaster, coffee maker, and small fridge. So, even in just a studio, you could have breakfast in your room each morning and save $50-60 or more. Villas Near the Parks There are a lot of different Disney World Villas near the theme parks, but some of them are better than others, and they all have different transportation options. You’ve got the buses, Skyliner, Monorail, and boats, and some of the resorts are even close enough to the parks to walk. Skyliner Villas The skyliner route will give you quick access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios, though there are a few Disney hotels on the skyline route, there is only one Villa option, Disney’s Riviera Resort. Riviera Resort There are also other resorts that aren’t directly connected to the Skyliner, but they’re close enough to it to use it! These include Disney’s Boardwalk Villas, and Disney’s Beach Club. Just be aware that the Skyliner can get REALLY busy during certain times of the day. Try and get there as early as you can in the morning to avoid the lines, and know that the lines at park closing will be longer than usual. Jellyrolls at Disney’s BoardWalk And, while we’re talking about 2023, know that the Skyliner will be CLOSED from January 22nd to 29th, 2023 for refurbishment, so staying at these hotels won’t give you access during that time. Monorail Villas If you can book them before they fill up, these villas provide wonderful themes and super quick access to Magic Kingdom. Because of that, they are in HIGH DEMAND and book up quickly! These villas include: Disney’s Bay Lake Tower at the Contemporary Resort, The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, and Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Villas (which is getting a new DVC Tower soon!). These resorts give you direct access to the monorail system (which can take you to Magic Kingdom and EPCOT), and they also have shuttles, boats, and walking paths that you can use to get to the parks. Don’t forget about those awesome fireworks views, either! All of these resorts are on the Seven Seas Lagoon. Two other villa options that aren’t on the Monorail but are still very close to Magic Kingdom include Disney’s Boulder Ridge Villas and Disney’s Copper Creek Villas & Cabins both at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. These villas have a water taxi service to and from Magic Kingdom. So, that’s another option if you find that these options better suit your needs! Villas with Great Food Some of the BEST food in Disney World can be found at the resorts, so it’s a good idea to keep these in mind when you’re booking your place to stay, especially if you love food as much as we do. Disney’s Boulder Ridge Villas and Disney’s Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. There are a bunch of delicious food options over at Wilderness Lodge! First, we have Storybook Dining at Artist Point, which is where you can meet the characters from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (including the Evil Queen!) in an Enchanted Forest. It’s a really unique character dining experience! DIning Room Next, you have Territory Lounge. This spot has some small bites, including Oregon Chardonnay Fondue and the Seasonal Bisque, which switches up depending on the season and is great comfort food. Territory Lounge Also at this hotel is Whispering Canyon Cafe! This is a fun restaurant with silly antics from the Disney servers. Now that they’ve been re-opened for a while, they’re back to their old tricks! While you’re eating here, you might see some restaurant horse races or get bombarded at your table with everyone giving you their ketchup bottles. If you want entertainment while you eat, this is the spot! Breakfast at Whispering Canyon Cafe in Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Finally, there’s Geyser Point which has tasty lunch and dinner options you can try while taking in those lakeside views. There are also some fun cocktails over here! Animal Kingdom Lodge Animal Kingdom Lodge is home to villas at Jambo House and Kidani Village and both sites have awesome food options as well, like Sanaa in Kidani Village, which is a table service restaurant with African-inspired dishes and a view of the savanna, so you can see the animals outside! Sanaa Bread Service There’s also Boma at Jambo House, which is an all you care to enjoy buffet that’s open for both breakfast and dinner. Get things here like Deviled Eggs with Smoked Salmon, Berbere-Chickpea Salad, or African Spiced Beef Striploin. Or Jiko, a signature dining service perfect for a date night with an extensive wine list. Boma And, the quick service location here – The Mara, also at Jambo House – has some outstanding desserts! Some of our faves include the peanut-butter-heavy Nyala Brownie and the chocolate mousse Zebra Domes. Polynesian Village Resort Finally, we’re going to talk about the food over at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. You’ve probably heard us rave about ‘Ohana before, and this is where it’s located! It’s an all-you-care-to-enjoy restaurant with Hawaiian-inspired dishes, like grilled meat skillets, stir-fried veggies, and those famous ‘Ohana Noodles we love so much. They also serve breakfast here, and the characters have returned to breakfast, making this dining reservation even harder to get! Wings, Noodles, Dumplings, and Broccolini at ‘Ohana In the Polynesian, there’s a somewhat hidden bar that is a big fan favorite – Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto! This bar is interactive, so when you order certain drinks, things will happen around the room. The bartenders here have a really fun time with it, and it’s a great place to spend an afternoon sipping on a tiki drink. Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto The Polynesian even has great quick service options like Capt. Cook’s, Kona Cafe, and the Oasis Bar and Grill. These spots all have tasty small bites that you can have if you don’t want to sit down for a whole meal. Capt. Cook’s Finally, we have to talk about Pineapple Lanai. If you’re a Dole Whip fan, then Pineapple Lanai is for you! They have the traditional pineapple Dole Whip flavor, but they also get new flavors pretty often, so you can see what’s new every time you visit! Click here to learn more about renting DVC points Time of Year & Vacation Goals Ok, we know this sounds vague, but bear with us. Certain villas will be better choices at different times of the year for different parks and purposes. If you really want to have quick access to EPCOT during its Festivals, then those EPCOT area villas, BoardWalk, Beach Club, and even Riviera, are gonna be prime real estate. The same goes for if you want to live up May the Fourth and Star Wars celebrations in Hollywood Studios. Beach Club If you’re planning a trip to attend one of the Magic Kingdom after-hour parties, like Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party or Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, then those Monorail Resort Villas are gonna be super handy for zipping to and from Magic Kingdom without having to drive or wait for a bus. Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort And if your goal is just ultimate relaxation without much park fuss (you love being in the magic, but don’t necessarily need to race to the attractions or be crushed by crowds), then Saratoga Springs, Old Key West, and Animal Kingdom Villas provide that perfect getaway. Villa You’re Familiar With There have been a lot of changes at Disney World over the past several months, so it might be best for you to stay somewhere familiar! This way, you’re more comfortable because you already know how things work and where they are at that resort. You won’t be overwhelmed, but a ton of new things all at once. Old Key West This can also help with your planning because if you’ve already stayed at a villa before, you know what their transportation options are and roughly how long it might take to get where you need to be. Villas You’ve NEVER Stayed at Before Yeah, we know this completely goes against what we just said, but we have to mention the other side! If you go to Disney World fairly often, checking out a new resort you’ve never stayed at could make your trip all the more fun! Wilderness Lodge Trying a completely different hotel might actually surprise you, and it could end up becoming your new favorite! For example, if you’re usually over in Disney’s Saratoga Springs because you love the easy access to Disney Springs, maybe you should try BoardWalk Inn Villas, to experience the entertainment and dining option of the BoardWalk! Disney’s BoardWalk Overall, there are SO many different options of places to stay at Disney World, but what it comes down to is what works best for you and your group – between preferences, budget, plans, etc. The good news is, there are enough options where you should be able to find a spot that works great for you. We do suggest booking where you want to stay as soon as you can though, because those hotels can get booked up quick! For more on the Disney World planning, check out our step-by-step guide to ordering Instacart grocery delivery to Disney World, the hardest Disney World dining reservations to get in 2023, and the planning tips you need to know about before your next Disney World trip. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news and updates. What to Do If You Can’t Get the Disney World Hotel Reservation You Wanted Want More Details About Disney World’s Hotels? Ranking of ALL of Disney World’s Hotels 9 Ways Your Disney World Hotel Stay Will Be Different in 2023 Our Picks for the Best Disney World Hotels in 2022 These Are the WORST Disney World Hotels for 2022 13 Critical Things You’re FORGETTING About When Booking a Disney World Hotel You Couldn’t Get the Disney World Hotel Reservation You Wanted – Now What? The 6 Disney World Hotel Problems No One is Talking About See Why You Might BAIL on Your Disney World Hotel A Full List of Changes Announced for Disney World’s Hotels 8 Gadgets You Need for Your Disney World Hotel Room The Surprising Things You Won’t Find in Your Disney World Hotel Room The Secret Way to Stay in Disney World’s Hotels for LESS! What Items from Amazon Can You Have Delivered to Your Resort Hotel? We’ve Got the Details Are Disney World Hotel Perks Worth the Hefty Price Tag? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney World hotel news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which hotel are you planning to stay at on your next Disney World trip? Tell us in the comments! The post The Best Disney World Villas for 2023 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy birthday to Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse! Stacia Martin brought her Pencil Magic back to Walt Disney World to draw Minnie Mouse for her birthday and celebrate the release of “Mickey: The Story of a Mouse” on Disney+!View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. When it comes to iconic scents, so many Disney scents come to mind. We can just smell that Pirate water now! There’s a sense of nostalgia when thinking about the smell of attractions like Pirates of the Caribbean. Or maybe the pineapple scent of a Dole Whip makes you happy? Perhaps your perfect scent is that of a Disney princess? Whatever scent you have in mind, we found some on Amazon that you absolutely need! Don’t you just love that smell of coffee and baked goods at Main Street Bakery in Magic Kingdom? Well, you can get that for your home with the Main Street Bakery Candle. ©Amazon Get it now for $24.99. Get the Main Street Bakery Candle here! What does a Disney Princess smell like? Well, this Cinderella Candle has put together a Crystal Gardenia Scent — the castle is also on the candle! ©Amazon Grab this candle for $24.99 Buy the Cinderella Candle here! We are NOT going to pass up telling you about a candle that smells like Pirates of the Caribbean. That’s why you’ll love the But Why Is All The Rum Gone? Candle! ©Amazon It’s available for $24.99. Get the But Why Is All The Rum Gone? Candle here! If you’re a foolish mortal from regions beyond, you will want the Haunted Mansion Candle that has artwork from the various graves you can find in the ride and its queue! It says it’s “Oud/Agarwood scented.” Sounds haunted to us! ©Amazon It’s $34.99. Buy the Haunted Mansion Candle here! Make your house smell like a Dole Whip with the Pineapple Whip Candle. If that happens to make you crave a Dole Whip — we’ve got you covered with a recipe right here! ©Amazon This candle is $24.99. Get the Pineapple Float Candle here! So we LOVE that Hawaiian-inspired scent we always get when we’re visiting Disney’s Polynesian Resort. Now, you can smell that at home with a Polynesian Candle. ©Amazon Get it now for $24.99. Buy the Polynesian Candle here! How about a Princess Tiana Candle? This one smells like water lily, which sounds like the PERFECT scent for Tiana! ©Amazon Get it now for $19.99. Get the Princess Tiana Candle here! Meanwhile, the Jasmine Candle appropriately smells like Lotus Flower — we bet that smells amazing! ©Amazon Grab the candle now for $19.99. Buy the Jasmine Candle here! These candles would make great gifts, too — so keep that in mind with the holidays quickly approaching! While you’re in the shopping mood…have you checked our DFB exclusive graphic tees and merch? It’s super fun stuff to wear to the parks, or repping your happy place at the grocery store! Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! Here Are 9 Amazon Disney Deals To Get Ahead of Holiday Shopping 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 your favorite Disney-related scent? Let us know in the comments! The post You Need These 8 Disney-Inspired Candles From Amazon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

This week members of the theme park industry descended on the Orange County Convention Center to display their work, make a few deals and break a little news. Orlando Sentinel tourism reporters Dewayne Bevil and Katie Rice discuss the happenings at IAAPA Expo (that’s the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions for those not in the know). View the full article