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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. Minnie Ears are the quintessential Disney Parks accessory! Can you EVER have enough? No matter what you’re into, there’s a pair of Mickey or Minnie ears for you! We recently saw the release of these Fuzzy Ewok Minnie Ears, and the popular Scarlet Witch Minnie Ears (which sold out online super quickly) have made their way to Disney World as well. Disney also just released new Minnie Ears online, and there are so many options to choose from wherever you are. And, guess what?! We just spotted another new pair of Minnie Ears in Disney World! The Lightyear Minnie ears are now available in Disney World! We previously saw this pair get released online. To Infinity…and BEYOND! We found them in The Emporium in Magic Kingdom… Ears in Magic Kingdom …as well as in Creations Shop in EPCOT. Here they are! They feature Buzz Lightyear’s robot cat companion, Sox! He’s so cute! Let’s take a closer look! But, do you know what the best part about these ears is? Do you know? They GLOW IN THE DARK!!! So cool!! Yep, so if you go on the PeopleMover wearing these, beware that you’re going to glow when it’s almost pitch black! It’s gotta be darker for them to glow! If you want a pair of these ears for yourself, you can get them for $29.99! Make sure they get to see the sun first! But, you don’t even have to go to Disney World to grab them, because they’re still available online! Click here to get these Lightyear ears online! Disney is constantly releasing new Minnie Ears, we’ve counted more than 42 this year alone! We’ll keep you updated on all of the new ears we spot in Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see Disney’s Interesting New Avengers Themed Mickey Ears! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 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 order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you collect Mickey or Minnie Ears? Let us know in the comments! The post New Glow-in-the-Dark 'Lightyear' Ears Now Available in Disney World! 💫 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Dining at Disney World is DIFFERENT these days. Hollywood and Vine Some restaurants are still closed, some restaurants have seen BIG menu overhauls, and some restaurants are reopening, but with some significant price increases. Even at the restaurants that are open, there have been some changes. Some former character dining spots aren’t featuring characters right now, and some former buffet locations are serving family-style or prix fixe meals. Over at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, one restaurant that has been a little bit different lately will be seeing a BIG change soon! Hollywood & Vine is a character dining spot that has been open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for quite some time post the COVID-19 closures and reopenings. Both Disney Junior character breakfast and Minnie’s Seasonal Dine have returned to the restaurant. But one BIG change that has taken place here has to do with the meal service itself. Halloween Dine is the only place you’ll get to see Vampire Mickey Hollywood & Vine was previously a buffet-style meal. When it reopened, it switched to a prix fixe menu offering — no more buffet! But things are going to change very soon! Garlick and Cracked Black Pepper Sliced Beef Tenderloin Disney has announced that Hollywood & Vine will be bringing back its buffet on August 28th! At breakfast, the buffet offerings will include Brioche French Toast with Banana Foster Sauce, Salmon and Bagel Casserole, and Plant-based Frittata with tomato jam. It’s Minnie! At lunch and dinner things will switch over and guests will find different items on the buffet line, including a Plant-based Roasted Mushroom Farro Risotto, Slow-roasted Crispy Pork Belly with Guava glaze, and Shrimp and Bacon Mac & Cheese. And, of course, you can’t forget about dessert! Some of the dessert options that will be available will include Mississippi Mud Pie and PB&J Tarts. ©Disney We’ll be very interested to see how this change affects things at Hollywood & Vine. We were seriously impressed by some of the food offerings that have been available here since the menu switched to prix fixe. Will anything on the buffet line impress us as much as the offerings we’ve had on the prix fixe menu? Only time will tell. Chopped Salad Bowl and Dinner Rolls Keep in mind that Hollywood & Vine offers 2 different character dining experiences. At breakfast there is the Disney Junior Pay n’ Dine with Disney Junior Friends. During lunch and dinner you’ll find Minnie’s Seasonal Dining, which is themed to various seasons throughout the year. The seasonal offerings are as follows: Silver Screen Dine (was available from January 4th-February 28th, 2022) Springtime Dine (was available from March 1st-May 30th, 2022) Summertime Dine (available starting May 31st) Halloween Dine (start date TBA) Minnie’s Holiday Dine (start date TBA) Minnie’s Halloween Dine We’ll keep an eye out for more details and we’ll be sure to let you know what we find. If you’re looking for other buffet offerings in Disney World, you can check out the reopened buffet at Cape May Cafe at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, or the buffet at Crystal Palace in Magic Kingdom. Click here for our PRO TIPS for Disney World buffets (don’t make the same mistakes we did!) Stay tuned for more Disney news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 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 order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited for the return of buffets to this spot? Tell us in the comments! The post BREAKING: Buffets Are Returning to Hollywood & Vine in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Disney loves to collaborate with designer brands, and they’ve done it again! Keith Haring x Mickey Mouse Collection by Coach We’ve seen Disney collaborate with designers like Dooney and Bourke, Vera Wang, Coach, Lilly Pullitzer, and more to bring us fun and unique designs. Now, a very popular Disney Coach collaboration has returned! We first saw this collection a couple years ago, and now it’s back with some returning items and some new items. Let’s take a look! Artist Keith Haring is known for his pop art inspired by the New York City 1980s graffiti subculture, and you can totally see that in this collection! It’s available over on the Coach Outlet’s website. Also, many of these pieces are less expensive than the pieces from the original collection. First up, we have the Disney Mickey Mouse X Keith Haring Warren Belt Bag. ©Coach This is such a fun fanny pack you could bring to the parks with you! Get it for $175. Click here to get the Belt Bag! Next, check out these Disney Mickey Mouse X Keith Haring Clip Low Top Sneakers. How fun are these?! ©Coach You can grab a pair for $149. Click here to get the Sneakers! You can also get items like the Disney Mickey Mouse X Keith Haring Mollie Tote. We love this design! ©Coach You can get the tote for $249. Click here to get the Tote! There are wallets in the collection as well, like this Disney Mickey Mouse X Keith Haring Snap Wallet. ©Coach This is a great little wallet to throw in your bag! You can get it for $99. Click here to get the Wallet! Need a new cosmetic case? Check out the Disney Mickey Mouse X Keith Haring Small Boxy Cosmetic Case! ©Coach This one also comes in yellow. You can have it for $75. Click here to get the Cosmetic Case! There are also some unique purses in the collection, like this Disney Mickey Mouse X Keith Haring Mini Camera Bag. ©Coach You can grab this one for $149. Click here to get the Camera Bag! Finally, if you’re just looking for something small to add a little Mickey to your life, get this Disney Mickey Mouse X Keith Haring Collectible Bag Charm! ©Coach This charm is $84. Click here to get the Bag Charm! These are only a handful of items in the collection, there are SO many more fun things to choose from! There are even select pieces that you can get an EXTRA 15% off of with the code STYLE15. Head on over to the Coach Outlet website to check them out. Click here to see the FULL collection! If this collection isn’t exactly your style, not to worry! There are plenty of other lavish Disney collections to explore, like the Disney World 50th Anniversary x Coach collection that’s available online, or the new Stoney Clover x Disney Princess collection that just dropped online. Stay tuned to DFB for all your Disney merchandise updates! Check out which Disney princess was most recently turned into a $130 doll! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 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 order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Is this new collection worth your hard-earned cash? Let us know in the comments below! The post How to Get a Disney x Coach Collection at a DISCOUNT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s summertime, which means it’s time for a vacation! Maybe…a big trip to Europe?! After all, it’s been a busy year and you’re in need of a break! Orlando International Airport If you’ve traveled recently, you may have looked around and thought, “Wow! It looks like there are way more people here than there were last year!” — and you wouldn’t be wrong. With COVID-19 restrictions being lifted both in the United States and in many spots abroad, people with previously canceled vacation plans are finally going on those long-awaited trips. So we’re here to warn you that traveling this summer is not necessarily going to be easy — especially if your plans involve Europe. We’ve recently discussed why travelers are questioning summer travel, with a few major factors impacting their plans. From rising costs of airfare, gas, hotels, and more, some may be changing up their travel plans for this summer — either in America or abroad. But the fact that airline ticket prices have risen by 25%, according to CNBC, has not deterred all travelers. ©️Washington Post If you’re planning a European vacation this summer, you need to know that Europe is going to be busy. According to Forbes, 8 in 10 Europeans plan to travel within Europe this summer, while the Washington Post recently reported that 40% of Americans will “definitely” go on vacation — including some destinations abroad. A survey by Allianz Partners (cited to by Forbes) also predicted that European travel will increase by 600% (as compared to last year) as more European countries reopen to visitors. All of this can lead to even more travelers in the airports, more potential for delay, and more complications. ©️Washington Post In the United States, airports have reported high numbers of travelers, with some exceeding pre-pandemic travel levels. In mid-April of 2022, the Orlando International Airport had its busiest weekend in three years! And now that the CDC has lifted COVID-19 testing requirements for travelers entering the United States, it’s possible that more people may begin planning international vacations. Summer travel could be busy Starting at midnight on June 12th, travelers entering the U.S. from an international destination will no longer have to test negative for COVID-19. This new policy is in place for 90 days before the CDC will reassess based on current COVID-19 levels, but that allows summer travelers to avoid figuring out where and how to get tested before being let into the United States. Airplane According to Forbes, some of the more popular European destinations include England, France, Ireland, and Italy, most of which have lifted several COVID-19 testing or vaccination requirements. If you’re traveling from the U.S., you’ll want to double check with your destination country to verify what their current COVID-19 requirements are, especially when restrictions could change at any moment. Orlando International Airport The New York Times reported that major European airports have been experiencing cancellations and delays over the past weeks as passengers are on the rise, which is similar to what travelers in the U.S. may be experiencing at domestic airports. Due to labor shortages, COVID-19 cases, weather, and more, there have been a significant number of delays and cancellations at major U.S. airports over the past few months. Seats on Spirit Airlines The travel industry is calling the European airport chaos “the perfect storm,” according to The New York Times. The combination of lifted COVID-19 restrictions, both throughout Europe and in the U.S., plus an increase in travel demand, alongside issues with airline company staffing, calls for a difficult summer of travel. Will you be flying to Europe this summer? Back in late April of 2022, we wrote a post all about why it might be hard to travel abroad this summer, and it seems that many of the problems we highlighted continue to be an issue. Expect staffing shortages, cancellations, delays, increased prices, technical issues, high gas prices, COVID-19 rules, and more to impact travel plans this summer. If you’re planning a trip to Europe this summer, experts advise planning for lines, delays, and cancellations, and to arrive at the airport as early as possible. They also recommend U.S. passengers traveling overseas book the most direct route as possible and to even plan flights in areas with multiple flights intended for the destination. That way, if your flight is canceled or you miss your connection, you can possibly catch another flight. Orlando International Airport Some experts also recommend travelers choose carry-on suitcases over checking luggage, as staffing shortages have resulted in delays in checked luggage delivery. You probably don’t want to be in Europe with none of your things! Orlando International Airport crowds So to sum it up, we recommend considering the following when making your summer international travel plans: Check out this post all about why traveling abroad could be more difficult this summer Expect high ticket prices and crowds Plan for lines, delays, and cancellations and have a contingency plan just in case Verify the COVID-19 policies with your destination country Opt for carry-on luggage versus checking baggage Be flexible and pack your patient pants! What are your summer travel plans? When you arrive at your destination, your travel isn’t over. When it comes to lodging, be sure to compare prices at hotels versus rentals. When you’re already spending a premium on your airline tickets, any savings count, right? And you might want to opt for public transportation if you can, with gas prices also continuing to rise. This is a Disney bus, but any European bus would also work! Although traveling isn’t likely going to be easy this summer, it can be done with the right knowledge and preparation. The more you plan ahead for, the better off you’ll be! And if you’re traveling to Disney World this summer, don’t forget to follow DFB for all your planning needs. Click here for a full breakdown (including an interview with a University Professor) of why it might be hard to travel abroad this summer. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Do you have European travel plans this summer? Tell us in the comments! The post International Travel Boom Could Complicate Your Summer Plans first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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The Walt Disney Company has made headlines over the past few months, many times due to the Company’s clash with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis regarding Florida’s Parental Rights in Education Bill (what critics call the “Don’t Say Gay” bill). ©Disney | Walt Disney Company Headquarters From the “Don’t Say Gay” bill to the repeal of Disney’s Reedy Creek Improvement District, many things have changed surrounding Disney’s interactions with those governing the State of Florida. And now another thing is changing regarding Disney and Florida when it comes to the movement of certain offices there. According to the Orlando Sentinel, amid Disney’s disputes with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, the Company has decided to delay their plans to move about 2,000 jobs from California to Orlando. We first reported about this big relocation back in July of 2021. At that point, it had been announced that Disney would be building a new campus in the Lake Nona community in Orlando, which would become home to more than 2,000 Cast Members, Imagineers, and employees. Most of the employees set to be relocated would be those working in the Parks, Experiences, and Products division. Lake Nona Town Center ©Lake Nona In July of 2021, Josh D’Amaro (Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products) shared that the move would take place during the next 18 months. A Disney representative had previously told the Orlando Sentinel that the offices could start operating in December of 2022. Now, it seems those plans have changed. The Orlando Sentinel notes that the move has now been delayed for more than 3 years. Obtained Via the Orlando Business Journal Jacquee Wahler, a Disney spokeswoman, shared that the expected opening date of Disney’s Lake Nona campus has been moved to 2026 to “give people more time” and better fit the new offices’ construction timeline. According to the Sentinel, Wahler didn’t comment as to whether the conflict between Disney and DeSantis on the recent political issues had contributed to the delay. The office of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis also has not issued a comment to the Orlando Sentinel on the matter. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis ©Deadline Disney is set to receive some serious tax breaks — to the tune of over $570 million — by moving these jobs to Lake Nona. Disney is also set to invest up to $864 million to build their new campus in Lake Nona. According to the Sentinel, Disney employees were informed on a rolling basis if their jobs would be moved and they then had 3 months to decide whether or not to move. Some are hoping that the movement of these jobs to Orlando and Disney’s development of the new campus will be beneficial, opening up new jobs to local graduates in theme park industries and attracting more talent to the Orlando area. Welcome to Disney World! So it seems Disney has not canceled their movement to Lake Nona, but has delayed it at this time. This is, of course, a developing situation and things are subject to change. We’ll continue to look for more updates and let you know what we find. Looking for more details about Disney’s clash with Florida government over the “Don’t Say Gay” bill? Click here. Click here to learn more about the situation with Reedy Creek Improvement District. And you can learn about some other ways Disney may be impacted by changes from legislators by seeing what some have said about Disney’s no-fly zones, and reading about a bill introduced about copyright protections that greatly benefit Disney (as well as other corporations). Some Massive Changes Could be Coming to Disney World We’ll keep checking for updates about Disney’s move to Lake Nona and other updates from the Company. Stay tuned for the latest news. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post Disney Delays Relocation of Thousands of Employees to Central Florida first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Walt Disney Co. has delayed for more than three years plans to move about 2,000 high-paying jobs to Orlando from California. View the full article

Rideshare services are readily available in Disney World, but one might be a bit more “magical” than the rest. We’re talking about Minnie Vans, which are Minnie Mouse-themed vehicles operated by Lyft that provide direct and private transportation around the Disney World resort. Minnie Van When Disney World reopened, Minnie Vans did not return. We recently got an update about the service returning on June 29th and even saw some Minnie Vans in the wild, and now we’ve got another update! It looks like you can now arrange a pick-up with a Minnie Van through the Lyft app (as Lyft operates the service). Today, when we looked at the Lyft app, we realized that Minnie Vans were showing as available! We looked for a Lyft ride from Magic Kingdom going to Disney’s Animal Kingdom and look what we saw: ©Lyft We also noticed that on the page where you select what kind of Lyft you want, Minnie Vans are now listed again. We also got a price. At the time we looked, the estimated cost was $43.08 to take a Minnie Van from Magic Kingdom to Animal Kingdom. Good to know! ©Lyft When searching for a Minnie Van option, be sure to carefully type in the addresses you want to be picked up from and be dropped off at. Placing “Disney” in front of the location (like “Disney Animal Kingdom”) sometimes seemed to help the system find things better and identify that it was a location on Disney property. If the Minnie Van option doesn’t pop up when you first search, be sure to play around with the app and the names of the locations to see if you can ultimately have that Minnie Van option pop up. ©Lyft So it seems like Minnie Vans have returned a little early. It’s likely this is a sort-of soft opening to test the service out as much as possible before the official reopening date of June 29th. So keep in mind that Minnie Vans may not be readily available for all of your Disney World transportation needs just yet. But if you’re eager to try the service, be sure to check the Lyft app for the option. Minnie Vans Is a Minnie Van for you? That depends! Disney World offers its share of FREE transportation options, but some can be limited (for example, you can’t easily travel from one hotel to another). You can schedule a regular rideshare service to get you places, but keep in mind that Minnie Vans will provide up to two car seats at no additional charge, which can be a help for parties with small kiddos. The service can also haul up to six people at one time (generally). Additionally, Minnie Van drivers are Disney World Cast Members that can answer your Disney World questions as you get from point A to point B. Another Minnie Van Ride ©Lyft But, the Minnie Van service is a paid service, meaning you’ll have to shell out some cash to use it. If you prefer to stick to free transportation, or simply would feel better using your own rental car, those are other options you’ve got too! We’ll let you know if we learn more about the return of Minnie Vans, along with all other Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Here’s Everything You Need To Know About Minnie Vans Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 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 order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 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 you be using a Minnie Van during your next Disney World trip? Let us know in the comments! The post Surprise! Minnie Vans Available in Disney World Weeks Ahead of Official Return first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Chris Pratt has made something of a name for himself when it comes to being a leading man. Chris Pratt as StarLord in Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind From playing Star-Lord in Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy to Owen Grady, the raptor-loving lead in the Jurassic World franchise, Pratt’s face seems to be in a lot of places these days. And now, it looks like we may be seeing even more of him thanks to a NEW series set to premiere on Amazon Prime! Chris Pratt will once again be starring as the leading man — but this time you won’t find him on the big screen. According to Deadline, Pratt is set to star in a new Amazon Prime Video series, The Terminal List. ©Amazon The show will follow Navy SEAL James Reece as he deals with the aftermath of a covert mission gone wrong, in which his entire platoon is ambushed. After returning home Reece discovers that he’s unable to put the past behind him and “discovers dark forces working against him.” ©Amazon The series cast also includes Taylor Kitsch, Constance Wu, Jeanne Tripplehorn, Jai Courtney, Riley Keough, Arlo Mertz, and Patrick Schwarzenegger, among others. The Terminal List is based on the best-selling novel of the same name by Jack Carr and has been described as a thriller. You can catch The Terminal List starring Chris Pratt on Prime Video beginning July 1st, 2022. These Are the BEST Disney Movie Soundtracks Looking for another series to start? Obi-Wan Kenobi has premiered on Disney+ and has broken streaming records — you can find out more here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be checking out The Terminal List when it premieres? Let us know in the comments! The post Marvel Star Chris Pratt to Lead New Amazon Thriller Series first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. When it comes to luxury Disney items, Disney and Coach have released some epic collections. The new collection! The 50th Anniversary Coach x Disney collection included some pricey Mickey ears (we’re talking $300!) and a variety of handbags, clothing, and accessories, and you can still find some of the collection online. But if you didn’t spend all your money on those items, you might want to put your wallet away for a second — one Coach x Disney collection is coming back SOON! Today on the website for the Coach Outlet store, we noticed that the Mickey Mouse x Keith Haring collection is coming back! We’ve seen this collaboration in the past, but we’re not sure whether this will be a full restock or if any new items will be included. ©Coach The Keith Haring x Mickey Mouse collection is returning on June 16th, and you can sign up for email notifications so that you don’t miss out. The previous collection gave us serious 80s vibes and Coach says that this collection “paints Disney’s Mickey Mouse in a whole new light.” ©Coach Artist Keith Haring was known for his pop art inspired by the New York City 1980s graffiti subculture. ©Coach | Obtained via Popsugar The past collection included items like handbags, scarves, accessories, jackets, and more, but we aren’t sure if Coach will be restocking every item released back in 2020. Keith Haring x Mickey Mouse Collection by Coach Sign up for emails now on the Coach Outlet website and mark your calendar for June 16th! ©Coach If you’re looking for more unique Disney collections to bring home, click here to see a debut Disney collection you’ll have to hop on a cruise to get! And click here to see the new Stoney Clover Lane Princess Collection that was recently released. Keep reading DFB for more Disney merchandise news! Shop the 50th anniversary Disney x Coach collection here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 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 order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited for this Disney x Coach collaboration? Tell us in the comments! The post Save Your Pennies! A Unique Disney Collection is Coming Back first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You know what they say — if you love something, let it go. Aloha Isle in Magic Kingdom! But we have a LOT of favorite Disney snacks we do NOT want to let go of. There are some seriously delicious treats we hope we never have to say goodbye to! Unfortunately, Disney menus do change and over the years we’ve had to say “sayonara” to some incredibly delicious treats. But menus can change again and sometimes those treats make a delightful (though sometimes inconsistent) return to the parks! That’s what just happened to one of our FAVORITE Magic Kingdom snacks, and now we’re spilling all the details (and a full review) just for you. Unfortunately, our beloved Dole Whip-Topped Pineapple Upside-Down Cake from Aloha Isle in Magic Kingdom went missing quite some time ago and we were worried we had said our last goodbyes to this amazing treat. Cue the tears. But a few weeks ago, we noticed a change that sparked some hope in our hearts (and stomachs), and then in mid-June the snack FINALLY made its way back to Aloha Isle! It’s THERE!! For those who may not be familiar with it, the Pineapple Upside-Down Cake with Dole Whip is pretty much exactly what the title says — a pineapple upside-down cake served with your choice of Dole Whip Pineapple, Dole Whip Vanilla, or a swirl on top. Again, this is a treat that has been at Aloha Isle for a while (since back in 2017), but disappeared some time ago and now is BACK. The Pineapple Upside-Down Cake with Dole Whip! We’ve loved this treat in the past, so we were a bit nervous trying it upon its latest return. Could it live up to our expectations from the past? Could it truly live up to the hype?! Y’ALL. IT DID. Once again, we LOVED this treat! The cake was moist and flavorful without tasting artificial, and the Dole Whip flavors work perfectly with the cake. Hello Old Friend Plus, the serving size is pretty big for its price tag of $6.99! This treat certainly is shareable (unless you want it all to yourself, which we’d totally understand). Just keep in mind that the cake is NOT served warm. Our reporter shared that having the cake be slightly warm might make it even more amazing, but considering the Florida heat and how quickly the Dole Whip melts on its own, the cooler cake mixed with the refreshing Dole Whip does make sense! Yum! Unless you strongly dislike pineapple (in which case, stay away from this treat), we think you’ll really love this. If you’re visiting in the summer however, watch out! This thing melts FAST! So grab some napkins and be ready to clean up a bit of a mess! Look at that combination! Looking for other tasty snacks to grab while you’re in Magic Kingdom? You can opt for a creative Dole Whip creation with the Tropical Serenade float (featuring Pineapple-Orange-Guava juice and a cake pop!) or grab a Citrus Swirl (if you can get one, that is!). Tropical Serenade from Aloha Isle in Magic Kingdom Wondering what rides to hop on before eating all those snacks? Check out our ranking of every single ride in Magic Kingdom! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all your Disney snack news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 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 order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you a fan of pineapple, or do you stay far away? Let us know below! The post REVIEW: If You Haven’t Had This Dole Whip Creation in Disney World, You’re Doing it Wrong first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve celebrated Disney World’s 50th anniversary, Disneyland Paris’ 30th anniversary, and Pandora — World of Avatar’s 5th anniversary, and now, Disneyland Resort is joining the fun! Cars Land at Disney California Adventure This year marks the 10th anniversary of Cars Land opening in Disney California Adventure Park! There are so many ways to celebrate the occasion, with Car-acter meet and greets, photo ops, food, merchandise, and of course — rides! And speaking of rides, one character, who has an attraction themed after him in Cars Land, also got his own popcorn bucket to celebrate the special occasion and it’s something you’ve GOT to see! Tow Mater’s voice may be the first thing you hear when you enter Cars Land, as his attraction, Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree, is right at the entrance! Plus, he’s one of the beloved characters from the Cars film franchise, with some seriously hilarious lines throughout the films. That’s why it makes perfect sense for the anniversary’s popcorn bucket to be themed after him! His ride is currently being refurbished, so you won’t be able to hear his singing today, but the ride is set to reopen very soon. Hey Mater! Dad Gum! (Now re-read that in Tow Mater’s voice! ) Look at this Tow Mater Popcorn Bucket! It’s a great option for refueling, and you can snag your own at Flo’s V8 Café, Fillmore’s Taste-In, and the Cozy Cone Motel, while supplies last. Availability may vary throughout the summer. ©Disney What do you think? Is this popcorn bucket a must-get or a skip for you? It does have a pretty elaborate design! Who knew a rusty, banged-up popcorn bucket could look so good? If you’re looking for more popcorn buckets in Disneyland, don’t forget about the new shiny ombre design we also found in Disney California Adventure Park. What Do You Think? There’s so much to do during this celebration of Cars Land’s 10th Anniversary, so check out our post outlining all of the special activities and experiences! Or click here to check out when you can expect to ride Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree again! Radiator Springs We’ll continue to bring you the latest Disneyland and Disney World news, so stay tuned to DFB! For More Disney California Adventure Fun, Check Out the Grad Nite Reunion Taking Place in the Park! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! Check Out Important Details about the 2022 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Face Mask Policy Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? 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 Would you buy this popcorn bucket? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney’s New Popcorn Bucket is Banged-Up and Rusty, But You’ll Want It Anyway! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s time for us to take a trip to Disney’s Animal Kingdom to see what’s new! Tree of Life Over the past week, the park debuted the reimagined Finding Nemo: The Big Blue…and Beyond show (with some hiccups, but we’ll get to that later), started some newer refurbishments, and welcomed in new merchandise! There’s a lot to update you on, so let’s get right into it! Animal Kingdom Merchandise Updates Riverside Depot We saw a lot of new merchandise pop up at this location, like the 50th-Anniversary Water Bottle for $19.99! The design features the 50th-Anniversary logo, and Mickey and friends wearing their EARidescent outfits! Water Bottle There was also a Stitch Pop Socket, which shows Stitch hanging out in some shade! You can grab this for $16.99. Stitch Pop Socket We also saw the Country Bears Pin for $19.99, which features some of the bears playing music (of course)! Country Bears Pin They also restocked items like the Knit Steamboat Willie plush… Steamboat Willie …and the Oswald plush for $27.99 each! Oswald They also restocked the Donald Duck Wishable for $16.99! Donald Duck Wishable And that’s all the new merchandise at Riverside Depot! Let’s keep going on our walk around the park. Discovery Trading In Discovery Trading, we saw the Ariel Watchband for $36.99! It’s a white watchband featuring the Little Mermaid, Flounder, and Sebastian! Ariel Watchband There was also a Stitch Sweatshirt available, which has a blue and white tie-dye background, with Stitch playing the ukulele in the water. Stitch Sweatshirt The sweatshirt costs $49.99! Island Mercantile Lots of Turning Red-inspired merchandise hit this location, like the Turning Red Nightlight for $27.99! It shows Mei in her Panda form, and lights up the night! Red Panda Nightlight There’s also a Turning Red Large Plush for $34.99. Look at how snuggly that panda looks! Panda Plush And we found this Turning Red Backpack for $39.99! Panda Backpack The location also restocked their Timon and Pumba Plushes for $34.99 each! So if you’ve been looking for these friends, you can grab ’em now! Timon and Pumba And that’s all the merchandise updates from Island Mercantile. Come with us to Pandora — The World of Avatar for more updates. Windtraders We saw this Christmas Ornament for $26.99 over at Windtraders. It shows the Valley of Mo’ara with a Banshee flying by! Christmas Ornament And that wraps up all of our merchandise updates. But wait — there’s MORE you need to know about in Animal Kingdom! See if Animal Kingdom is the Best Disney World Park! Animal Kingdom Construction Updates TriceraTop Spin TriceraTop Spin is currently closed for refurbishment! We noticed they put up this sign during our last visit to the park. Closed Sign The refurbishment is only supposed to go on through June 17th though. The ride shows operating hours on the 18th, so the closure should be fairly short. Of course, refurbishment schedules are subject to change, so check back with us for more details. Pavement Work We also noticed some pavement work being done outside of an animal area. It’s no longer fenced off, so guests can walk through the area normally. Pavement Work And that’s all of the construction updates! See the Construction Update for Fantasmic! in Hollywood Studios! Animal Kingdom General Updates Adventurers Outpost Recently, at Disney’s Animal Kingdom the Mickey and Minnie meet-and-greet at Adventurers Outpost had a soft opening! This spot is set to become available on Genie+ on June 19th, but if you catch it during its soft opening phase, you’ll still get the chance to meet Mickey and Minnie using the standby line. Mickey and Minnie This location is unique for a few reasons! First, it’s decor and backdrop make it a unique spot to get a photo with this dynamic duo. Second, Mickey and Minnie are dressed up in their expedition outfits, which is not something you can find at many places. And third, you can meet Mickey and Minnie TOGETHER. Oftentimes, at other meet-and-greets, guests can meet Mickey and Minnie separately. So getting to take a photo with both of these fabulous friends is a great thing to check off of your bucket list! Click here for full details about the return of this meet-and-greet! Finding Nemo: The Big Blue…and Beyond! The reimagined Finding Nemo show officially opened to guests on June 13th, with a media preview and soft opening leading up to the debut! It’s here! Both the Stand-by and Lightning Lane queues are now available. Lightning Lane for the Finding Nemo Show In celebration of the debut, check out the new PhotoPass Lense for Genie+ users! It takes you underwater with Nemo and Dory, and is available in Animal Kingdom! ©Disney But back to the show — the reimagined show features some of the popular songs from the previous Nemo musical, but tells the story from a unique perspective. The show catches up with the fish from Dr. P. Sherman’s office, who have made their way across the sea to the Marine Life Institute. It’s shorter than the previous musical and features some new technological enhancements. Finding Nemo: The Big Blue…and Beyond! The show has experienced some hiccups though, as 2 showtimes were canceled for the show on June 14th, just one day after the official debut. Both the 10:30AM and 4:30PM shows were canceled. Finding Nemo Showtimes A Cast Member told us this was due to technical difficulties. This is a good reminder that shows can experience complications sometimes, so be sure to check the My Disney Experience app throughout the day (or stop by the show’s sign outside) to see if anything has changed during your trip. Come with us to see the updated Nemo show! That’s what’s new in Animal Kingdom! For more details about what you can expect from the reimagined Finding Nemo show, check out our post here! Or, check out more information on the changes that have been made to another Animal Kingdom show. KiteTails We’ll continue bringing you the latest updates from Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 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 order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited about the opening of Adventurers Outpost? Let us know in the comments! The post What’s New in Animal Kingdom: A Unique Mickey and Minnie Meet-and-Greet Returns first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Which amusement park is the BEST in the United States? Disneyland If you’re on our page, we’re sure your mind goes straight to a Disney park. Maybe you’re a fan of the classics, like Disneyland Park, or maybe you enjoy being able to travel to different countries without a real passport in EPCOT. We’ve seen many different ranking of amusement parks in the past, and now another list is out — but the number 1 spot might surprise you! The number 1 amusement park in the United States is… *drumroll please* …Dollywood! ©Dollywood That’s right, Dollywood, the theme park named after (and partially owned by) the iconic Dolly Parton, was voted the number 1 amusement park in America on Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best awards 2o22, according to The Orlando Sentinel. The park is located in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee and is known for its thrill rides, comfort food, and it’s tributes to Dolly Parton, of course. ©Dollywood There were some Disney parks on the list, though! Magic Kingdom took the number 3 spot, Disneyland Park was ranked number 11, Hollywood Studios was number 12, Blizzard Beach water park was 13, and Typhoon Lagoon water park was 18. Magic Kingdom Universal had 3 of its parks rank in the top 5 — Islands of Adventure was number 2, Universal Studios Hollywood was number 4, and Universal Studios Florida was number 5. Hogwarts The ranking factors in quality and quantity of traveler reviews and ratings, and ranks the best in categories including attractions, beaches, destinations, airlines, restaurants, and experiences, according to The Orlando Sentinel. Disney’s Hollywood Studios This isn’t the first time Disney parks have been kept out of the top spots in these kinds of lists. Back in May, SeaWorld Orlando was named the Best Theme Park in the United States based on a USA Today online popularity poll. Disney AND Universal parks didn’t even make it into the top 10 on that list. ©SeaWorld Orlando We also recently saw a ranking of the best theme park restaurants in the United States. Universal Orlando’s Confisco Grille snagged the number 1 spot, while Disney World’s Yak and Yeti at Animal Kingdom came in at number 2, and Magic Kingdom’s Be Our Guest was number 9. Yak and Yeti Restaurant As for the Tripadvisor list, we’re surprised EPCOT and Disney’s Animal Kingdom didn’t even make the list! People like Blizzard Beach more than EPCOT?! That’s definitely not something we expected. Blizzard Beach We’ll be on the lookout for more lists like these so we can see how Disney ranks! So, stay tuned to DFB for more news and updates. Click here to see the FULL LIST of the BEST theme park restaurants in the U.S. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 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 order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 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 American amusement or water park would you rank number 1? Tell us in the comments! The post We Bet You Can’t Guess the Number 1 Amusement Park in the U.S. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Shades of Green Resort the Armed Forces Recreation Center at Walt Disney World provides Free WiFi to their resort guests. However the service isn’t that great! In room WiFi speeds are very low. This could impact your ability to: Make Disney Genie+ Reservations Make Individual Lightning Lane Purchases Sign Up for Virtual Queues When trying to make […] The post Shades of Green Resort WiFi for Disney Genie+ and Virtual Queues appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the perfect treat for a hot day in Disney? EPCOT A DOLE Whip from Aloha Isle or ice cream from the Main Street Plaza Ice Cream Parlor may be the first things that come to mind, or maybe the surprisingly refreshing frozen drink we found in Hollywood Studios is what you think of! But if you’re looking for a light and refreshing option that has a bit more substance to it, we may have just found the thing for you in EPCOT! We stopped by Sunshine Seasons recently and checked out Chef Dee’s Greek Salad, a special item marked for Pride Month. The salad is priced at $8.99 and was unexpectedly a refreshing treat for a hot day in Disney! Chef Dee’s Greek Salad! Right off the bat, if you’re not a fan of Greek salads, you may want to pass on this one. But if you’re a Greek Salad fan, then get ready to dive into a blend of romaine lettuce, chickpeas, blistered tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, whipped feta, Ladolemono dressing, and pita bread on the side. If you’re wondering what Ladolemono dressing is, it’s a Greek dressing that has some key ingredients — typically lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and dried oregano. All of the flavors of this salad mixed very well together and none were too overpowering! The lettuce was cold and crispy, which was SO refreshing to bite into after walking to The Land pavilion in the Florida heat! The cucumbers were also refreshing but they were diced quite small, so you do have to go hunting for them a bit! The Kalamata olives had a pungent taste to them, but if that’s your thing then you may enjoy them. Our reporter who tried this dish shared that they think black olives may have been a better choice. We love this cool (pun intended) salad! The blistered tomatoes had a nice grilled taste to them and were cooked to be more on the mushy side, so just prepare for that texture. The chickpeas and whipped feta give the salad a nice mixture of textures, but we do wish there was even more feta in there (What can we say? We love cheese!). The Ladolemono dressing had a creamy texture to it and had a strong olive oil taste with a hint of lemon. And finally our pita was more like a soft baguette, and less like a pita. Still totally delicious though! And it was very soft and fluffy. Our Salad Overall, if you’re headed over to EPCOT on a hot summer day, and you’re looking for a refreshing snack that isn’t ice cream or a cold drink, this could be just the thing! It’s refreshing but will also give you a bit more substance. So go ahead and stop by Sunshine Seasons and check out this healthy option while it’s available! Don’t worry, we won’t tell Dole Whip that you’re cheating on them too! And if you’re making your way through more spots in Disney, you can check out Chef Gina’s Lemongrass Chicken Banh Mi over at Contempo Cafe in Disney’s Contemporary Resort, which Disney says is the other half of this “perfect pair.” A closer look! Looking for other ways to stay cool on your summer Disney trip? Check out these tips so you can avoid being miserable in Disney World this summer, and check out what has returned to Disney World that can help you stay cool. Spray Fans As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the Disney updates! We found an epic snack FAIL last week in Disney Springs that you NEED to see! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 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 order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 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 go-to refreshing Disney World treat? Let us know in the comments below! The post REVIEW: We Cheated on Dole Whip with Another Refreshing Disney World Snack first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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As part of the Workforce Wednesday series, we’re featuring the cast members and organizations behind the Disneyland Resort community workforce development initiative. This month, we’re highlighting the incredible women of Girl Scouts of Orange County and Disneyland Resort cast member Bri. As part of the collaboration with Girl Scouts of Orange County, the Disneyland Resort […]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. It’s hard not to love Disney princesses, right? Tiana in the Festival of Fantasy Parade! If your little one is a BIG fan, they may be excited to spot them out and about in the parks. Or…they can dress the part! We’ve seen all kinds of princess dresses released in Disney World, so whether your kiddo wants to be Belle, Ariel, Jasmine, or all three in one day, they’ve got you covered. Last year, Disney released some new costume designs for the classic princesses and they’re BACK online! In 2021, Disney released an entirely NEW line of princess costume dresses decked out with some extra swirly-princess-y details. Many of the new designs sold out online, but today we spotted them BACK in stock on shopDisney — and it includes everything from the full costume, to the shoes, to all the accessories that complete the ensemble! Let’s take a look! First up is the Princess Tiana Costume! It features a soft green color with a lotus flower broach. And, you can complete the outfit with a fancy pair of Princess Tiana Shoes and a Princess Tiana Jewelry Set. ©Disney The costume is $49.99 (which is CHEAPER than the costumes Disney sells in the parks), the shoes are $22.99, and the jewelry set is $19.99. Get the Princess Tiana Costume here! Next up is the Princess Belle Costume! The dress itself has rose accents and a fluffy tulle skirt with off-the-shoulder sleeves. And, of course, you can complete the look with Princess Belle Shoes and a Princess Belle Tiara. ©Disney The dress is $49.99, the shoes are $22.99, and the Tiara is $16.99. Purchase the Princess Belle Costume here! Is Sleeping Beauty on repeat in your house? The Princess Aurora Costume just might be a must! Pair it with the Princess Aurora Jewelry Set and shoes. ©Disney Much like the other costumes, the dress is $49.99, the jewelry set is $19.99, and the shoes are $22.99. Click HERE to grab the Princess Aurora Costume! And, lastly, is the Princess Jasmine Costume. It is a two-piece set in Jasmine’s trademark blu color with a Magic Lamp broach. ©Disney The costume is $49.99, and you can pair it with the Princess Jasmine Jewelry Set for $22.99, and the Princess Jasmine Tiara for $16.99. Check out the Princess Jasmine Costume online here! So if you’re looking for a new princess costume, take the hassle out of trying to hunt it down in the parks and order it online! And, don’t forget that Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique will be back in Disney World soon too — the perfect spot to break that new costume in. And, we’ll keep you posted with more of the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB! Grab your princess costume and check out the SECRET way to see most of the princesses at once in Disney World HERE! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 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 order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 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 is your kiddos’ favorite Disney princess? Let us know in the comments! The post 4 FULL-OUT Disney Princess Costumes For Under 0 Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Certain Disney World restaurants are just TOUGH to get into! Especially during the height of the pandemic, it was darn near IMPOSSIBLE to get into some of the most popular restaurants, in particular! Good luck! But at risk of jinxing things…has it actually gotten EASIER to get into these hot spots?! Pardon us while we go knock on wood. From Sci-Fi Dine-In Theatre to Oga’s Cantina and Be Our Guest, pandemic-induced social distancing and capacity restrictions made restaurants that were already hard to get into even HARDER. Quite simply, the supply could not meet the demand! And by “demand,” we mean us. Oga’s Cantina But as everything else has changed at Disney World, so too have these in-demand restaurants. They’re certainly still popular, but is it actually easier than EVER to eat at these places? Let’s investigate! Restrictions Have Changed If you’re skimming hopelessly through your My Disney Experience app for a coveted dining reservation at say, Homecomin’ or Space 220, you might find yourself pleasantly surprised to see more availability lately! Looks like it wasn’t so hopeless after all! Not as hard to get into as you might think! The biggest factor here is quite simply the changing and easing of restrictions in Disney World in general, but especially in these spaces that are naturally hindered by capacity and physical constraints. Homecomin’ Now that Disney World allows more guests — and diners — at a single time, that means there are more tables and chairs to accommodate them, thus opening up reservation slots for restaurants that previously had basically none! More tables! This is true of social distancing, too. Now that 6-foot spaces between guests are no longer mandated, these buzzy restaurants can fill said space with more tables, and thus, more hungry people! New Restaurants Come With New Lounges One delightful trend we’ve noticed with Disney World’s hottest new restaurants is that they all seem to come with casual — i.e. reservations not required — lounges attached to them! The lounge at Steakhouse 71 While it might still be tricky to snag a prime-time table for Space 220 or Steakhouse 71, both restaurants have adjoining lounges that allow walk-ins, and are MUCH easier to get into on a consistent basis. The lounge at Space 220 The best part? Lounges like these, and like Nomad Lounge next to Tiffins in Animal Kingdom, offer similar menus to their Table Service counterparts, so you can get the same vibe and same flavors in a more accessible manner! More Meal Periods Are Coming Back Another pandemic side effect was how many restaurants pared back on their meal offerings, so as to focus on their most popular menus and overall limit the flow of people in and out. One of the many closed restaurants! But just as restrictions on capacity, masks, and social distancing have waned, restaurants are easing further back into normalcy by incorporating more meal periods into their days, and allowing more opportunity for guests to experience it! Mickey eggs at Be Our Guest We saw this recently with Be Our Guest possibly easing back toward serving breakfast by introducing brunch items, and the return of breakfast at Cinderella’s Royal Table, so we expect to see more of this in the future! Festivals Open the Door to More Reservations With EPCOT in particular, the near-constant presence of food-centric festivals in the park means a lot of guests will opt to dine, snack, and drink that way, rather than book a table at Rose & Crown, Space 220, or Biergarten. More people eating at booths means less people in the restaurants So with food booths scattered throughout the park almost year-round at this point, and many guests visiting EPCOT explicitly FOR these festivals, that just means the Table Service restaurants that are always there will continue to have more room! Rose & Crown Y’all can have your Chorizo, Egg, and Cheese Arepa at a festival booth, and we’ll just be over here minding our own business with these Space 220 Steak Frites. Arepa time! Similarly, the other parks have all brought back a bevy of entertainment and attractions that’ll serve to draw guests away from the restaurants — to watch Nighttime Spectaculars, fireworks, parades, etc. Festival of Fantasy Parade So once again, these are prime times to check availability for that restaurant you’ve been wanting to try, while everyone else is distracted by KiteTails! More People, More Cancellations It might seem counterintuitive that more people in Disney World would equate to more dining availability, but it’s true! And particularly for last-minute slots! Crowds! If you’re looking for a lunch reservation the day before or even the day of, don’t be surprised if you see a table open up for, say, The Hollywood Brown Derby. Why? More people in the parks means more people will be cancelling reservations closer to the date! The Hollywood Brown Derby Sure, there will still be a lot of people MAKING reservations, but the simple math of it means more last-minute slots will be opening on a more routine basis than ever before — and that’s GREAT news for you! Disney guests are charged a cancellation fee if they don’t cancel 24 hours before the reservation, so the day before you want to go can be a good time to see if you can snag a table at a Disney World hot spot. Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater With more people in the parks than ever before, it might seem strange that now is the prime time for Disney World’s most popular restaurants, but between the easing of capacity restrictions, the ongoing festivals, and the casual lounge alternatives, it does seem easier to snag one of those in-demand tables! 3 HUGE Tips For Snagging Hard-to-Get Reservations in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 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 order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you found it easier or harder to get into one of Disney World’s most popular restaurants lately? Let us know in the comments! The post Why It's Easier Than Ever to Eat at Disney World’s Most Popular Restaurants first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Today is a very special day for Disney, do you know why?! Radiator Springs Racers It’s the 10th anniversary of Cars Land at Disneyland Resort! Yep, the iconic Radiator Springs opened up back on June 15th, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park. So, get ready to say Ka-chow, because we’re breaking down how you can celebrate the big anniversary in Cars Land! First, let’s talk about some of the NEW stuff you can do! As part of the 10th anniversary, Radiator Springs’ very own Guido is making his outdoor debut in Cars Land — he’ll be out in front of Luigi’s Casa Della Tires for you to take photos with! Luigi’s Casa Della Tires There is also a new premium popcorn bucket available designed to look like Tow Mater! How fun is this bucket? You can buy it over at Flo’s V8 Cafe, Fillmore’s Taste-In, and the Cozy Cone Motel while supplies last. Availability may vary throughout the summer. ©Disney You can also find some new merchandise for the anniversary! There are new Cars Land 10th Anniversary Lightning McQueen and Tow Mater limited edition pins at Sarge’s Surplus Hut and Ramone’s House of Body Art. You can also visit these spots for other merchandise, toys, and apparel celebrating Cars Land and car culture. Sarge’s Surplus Hut Disney also shared about other ways to celebrate the anniversary in Cars Land, like by taking a ride on the Radiator Springs Racers or by going for a spin on Luigi’s Rollickin’ Roadsters! Take a turn around the dance floor of Luigi’s, which was actually the first Disney attraction in the United States with this trackless ride system. Radiator Springs Racers Another great way to celebrate is by meeting characters like Lightning McQueen and Mater, who are parked in front of the Cozy Cone Motel. Tow Mater Speaking of the Cozy Cone Motel, head on over to try out one of the “i-cone-ic” sweet and savory treats from the five walk-up windows shaped like orange traffic cones. From churros to that awesome Chili Cone Queso, there’s a little something for everyone. Churros! Still hungry? Grab a milkshake and a meal at Flo’s V8 Cafe! This place is modeled after the roadside restaurants along the original Route 66 and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Eat a Ka-Cheeseburger or Flo’s Famous Fried Chicken, then sip on a Flo’s Classic vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry milkshake topped with “road gravel” cookie crumbles for dessert. And remember, you can use Mobile Ordering here! Flo’s V-8 Cafe If you want to take in some beautiful sights, take a walk down the Route 66-inspired road in Cars Land where you can see the backdrop of Ornament Valley in the distance. You can also see the six mountain peaks of Cadillac Range, which represent Cadillac tail fins from 1957 to 1962. Perfect for car lovers! Cars Land Another awesome option is to hang out in Cars Land during sunset, where you’ll hear the “Sh-boom” music moment begins and see 16 neon signs light up the night sky! This is a beautiful nod to the neon signs of 1950s Americana and Route 66. Cars Land at night But, that’s not all — you don’t even have to visit Disneyland to celebrate the anniversary! You can take part in the festivities at home by building your own miniature version of Cars Land out of paper. The #DisneyPaperParks set of Cars Land was designed by Walt Disney Imagineering and features a Radiator Springs playset. You can follow the instructions on the printable, 3D activity sheets to create Cars Land just by using some scissors, glue, and folding along lines in specific directions. Disney says that for best results, they recommend printing the activity sheets at their actual size, not scaling them to fit the page. They also recommend adults supervising or helping little ones during this activity! ©Disney If you want to know even MORE about Cars Land, check out this video about the land’s history from Roger Gould, creative director, Theme Parks, Pixar Animation Studios: Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates! Click here to see which iconic character has returned to Disneyland! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! Check Out Important Details about the 2022 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Face Mask Policy Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? 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 How will you be celebrating the anniversary of Cars Land? Tell us in the comments! The post Celebrate Cars Land’s 10th Anniversary with New Merchandise & Photo Ops in Disneyland! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s amazing to think that one year ago today, on June 15, 2021, we welcomed the first group of Disney Programs participants back to Walt Disney World Resort. About one month earlier – on May 3, 2021 – we shared the announcement that the program would be returning. The excitement was immediate, and as soon […]View the full article

Five Florida attractions make the top 10 of Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best awards, but No. 1 slot goes to Dollywood in Tennessee. View the full article