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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. Who is getting excited about the upcoming Lightyear movie?! Oh, The Joys That Come From Disney Shopping! We usually see lots of merchandise come out when a new Disney television show or film is about to come out, and Lightyear is no different! Disney and Pixar’s newest film comes out next week, and we’ve already seen a Lightyear GAUNTLET (yes, you did read that right), Lightyear LEGO sets, and Funko Pop! figures of characters from the film. Next week when the film drops, you can get a FREE Lightyear item online! Disney’s collectible keys are fun ways to celebrate your favorite Disney films and/or characters. Starting June 17th, you can grab the new Lightyear collectible key on shopDisney for FREE when you make any purchase above $25. Check out the new “Lightyear” key! These keys are only available while supplies last, so if you really wanna grab one, be sure to run over to shopDisney on June 17th and grab one before they’re gone. A closer look at the key! You need $25 to get that free key, so why not grab some new Lightyear merch before the movie comes out! Check out these new Lightyear Ear Headband with the iconic symbol and Sox the cat. ©Disney The ears are $29.99, so if you just bought these, you would earn the free collectible key! Click here to grab the new Lightyear Ears! If you’re into DisneyBounding, you can dress up for the movie premiere with the Lightyear Belt Bag! ©Disney This bag is inspired by IVAN, also known as the spaceship computer from Lightyear. It has an adjustable belt and a side release buckle for $34.99. See more of the Lightyear Belt Bag here! Want to see the movie before you buy Lightyear merch? That’s no problem! shopDisney has TONS of other items like the Disney World 50th Anniversary Blue Geometric Starbucks Tumbler! Starbucks 50th Anniversary Tumbler This cup has been hard to come by and originally sold out fast in the parks and online, but it’s BACK. Check out the 50th Anniversary Starbucks Tumbler here! Not sure what to buy to get to that $25 minimum? You can check out the 4 new pairs of ears Disney dropped online this week, grab the Star Wars mugs that are back online (before they sell out again), or check out the new Marvel ears online that have us…uh, kinda confused. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all your up-to-date Disney news! You’ve gotta check out this new Disney Princess Stoney Clover collection — click here for details! 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 looking forward to seeing Lightyear in theaters? Let us know below! The post Get a FREE Disney 'Lightyear' Collectible SOON 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 your Disney vacation, chances are you LOVE coming across a great deal or discount to save you some dough — we know we do! We love a good Disney deal! No matter if it’s on park tickets, hotel rooms, or any of the incredible Disney dining options — saving money can make your trip that much better. But sometimes, you just can’t make it over to the parks. Why not cheer yourself up with a little retail therapy thanks to the best Disney deals on Amazon?! Let’s kick things off with this 50th Anniversary Otterbox Phone Case for iPhone! It features the Fab 5 Characters in front of Cinderella Castle and other park icons. ©Amazon It was originally $54.95, but you can get it now for $29.36! Click Here to Shop the Fab 5 Phone Case If you are heading on a Disney vacation soon, surprise your little one with this adorable Disney Princess Carry-On Suitcase for $54.99. ©Amazon It was originally $64.99 and could be the perfect size for your kiddo! Click Here to Shop the Disney Princess Suitcase Get a new Funko Pop! collectible with this Casey Jr. Circus Train Funko Pop! ©Amazon It’s on sale for $11.10 and was originally $29.99!!! Look how cute Minnie looks! Click Here to Shop the Casey Jr. Funko Pop! Figure What’s better than one Disney Princess puzzle? A set of 12 different Disney Princess puzzles! ©Amazon The set comes with 48-piece, 63-piece, and 100-piece puzzles and is on sale for $13.60 (normally $15.99). Click Here to Shop the Disney Princess Puzzle Set Pin collectors, this one is for you! Get this Book of Boba Fett Pin Set for $20.09. ©Amazon It’s regularly $35.00 and comes with 7 pins! Click Here to Shop the Boba Fett Pin Set Howdy, partner! Snuggle up on your next Disney movie night with this Woody Squishmallow! ©Amazon You can get it now for $21.10, and it was originally $24.99. Click Here to Shop the Woody Squishmallow Can’t get enough Disney merch? Check out the NEW Stoney Clover Lane x Disney collection that just dropped! Click Here to Shop the Stoney Clover Lane Collection If you are heading to the Disney parks soon, don’t forget that guests are still required to have valid Park Pass Reservations in addition to valid park tickets! 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 planning a Disney vacation for 2022? Let us know in the comments! The post Start Your Weekend Off Right with These 6 Disney Amazon Deals! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Today is the day we want to remind you to just keep swimmin’! It’s here! Why? Well, that’s because we’re celebrating the return of the Finding Nemo show in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This show hasn’t happened in over two years, and we learned last year that it would be reimagined and called Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond! Today, we got to attend a media event to see the show’s debut, and we’ve got a first look for you! Let’s head inside the Theater of the Wild! Note: the new show is only 25 minutes long (about half of the original show), so keep that in mind when planning your day. You really feel like your in the ocean! Normal showtimes for performances are at 10:30AM, 11:30AM, 12:30PM, 2:30PM, 3:30PM, and 4:30PM. If you’re planning on checking it out, though, be sure to check the My Disney Experience app for updated times, as they can often change. If you want to see some other entertainment at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, be sure to checkout Festival of the Lion King, which will soon bring back some of its iconic scenes that have been missing since the parks reopened. We’re looking at you tumble monkeys! We’ll keep you updated on ALL Disney World news, so stay tuned to DFB for more! 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 reimagined Finding Nemo show? Let us know in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney World to attend their media preview of Finding Nemo: The Big Blue…and Beyond. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post Come With Us to See Disney World's Reimagined Finding Nemo Show! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s here! It’s finally here! Nemo and Marlin After the 2020 park closure, Animal Kingdom‘s Finding Nemo musical show did not reopen, and it was announced that a reimagined version of the show would be taking its place. We’ve followed along with the show’s journey from when details were first announced to getting a first look at the show, and now, the day has come for the show to finally open! Well, it’s actually opening a little earlier than expected! After we attended a media preview of the reimagined show this morning, the show officially soft opened to the public! Showtimes were not posted in the app, however you can find them on signs outside the theater. If you’re in the park today, you can see the show at 12:30PM, 2:30PM, 3:30PM, and 4:30PM! Showtimes for Soft Opening Times are listed online for the show’s official opening date, June 13th, and onward. You can catch Finding Nemo: The Great Big Blue…And Beyond opens today in Animal Kingdom with showtimes at 10:30AM, 11:30AM, 12:30PM, 2:30PM, 3:30PM, and 4:30PM each day. ©Disney As a reminder, this is a reimagined version of the previous Finding Nemo musical show, so be ready to see some changes to the set and experience the story from a new point of view! There is a new pre-show announcement similar to the announcements at the Marine Life Institute in Finding Dory. You’ll also see a new giant LED screen as the backdrop on stage — it adds a lot of dimension and texture to the show! We’ll be sharing even more details on the reimagined show, so stay tuned for those! Fish are friends, not food While you’re hanging out in Animal Kingdom, be sure to check out the Festival of the Lion King show as well (unless you’re going on these dates in July, when it will be closed!), and grab some of our favorite park eats at the different restaurants! And as always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news. Check out the FULL List of Showtimes for entertainment in Animal Kingdom! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 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. When will you be in Animal Kingdom next to check out this new show? Let us know in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney World to attend their media preview of ‘Finding Nemo: The Big Blue…and Beyond’. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post Reimagined Finding Nemo Show Opens EARLY in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When it comes to great dining, it’s hard to beat EPCOT. Rose & Crown Where else can you eat around the world without even leaving the park? Want Canadian-inspired food? Visit Le Cellier. Craving crepes? Head to La Crêperie de Paris in France. Morrocan? Spice Road Table is serving up delicious dishes in Morroco. If it’s classic British food, though, you’ll want to dine at Rose & Crown Pub and Dining Room in the U.K. However, you may not be able to dine there soon! Thanks to our reader Callie for the heads up! So here’s what we’re seeing. We checked for available reservations at Rose & Crown for July 13th — there are plenty available from now until the 13th. ©Disney However, there was nothing available for the next day, July 14th: ©Disney We also checked for reservations all the way through August 10th (60 days from now), and nothing was available. ©Disney So what does this mean? Well, Disney has not released details as to why this might be the case, but based on past instances like this, the restaurant might be closing for a refurbishment. However, the restaurant went through a refurbishment in spring of 2021. Something else to note is that it wasn’t listed as one of the restaurants available for Eat to the Beat Dining packages for the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival, which starts on July 14th — the first day reservations are unavailable at Rose & Crown. Again, Disney has not commented on what is going on with Rose & Crown in July, but we’ll let you know about any closures or refurbs! Is it temporarily closing? If Rose & Crown does happen to close in July and you’ve got a hankering for British food — you still have a choice. You can order the delicious Fish and Chips from the Yorkshire County Fish Shop, along with a glass of your favorite U.K. beverage. You can also head on over to Disney Springs to visit Raglan Road for some Irish fare, along with some fun Irish music and dancing. Or pick up some great Fish and Chips to-go from Cookes of Dublin. We’ll let you know if we get any more details about what’s going on with Rose & Crown, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Here’s Where You’ll Find The Best Fish and Chips in Walt 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 tried to get a reservation at Rose & Crown past July 13th? Let us know in the comments! The post Is An EPCOT Restaurant Closing Next Month? We Investigate. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you going to Disney World soon? ‘Star Wars’: Galaxy’s Edge Between new rules, price increases, and unpredictable weather, planning a Disney World trip is more complicated than ever right now. We want to make sure that you know everything you need to know before stepping foot in the parks so you can make the best of your vacation. If you’re heading to the parks next week, make sure you know these things! Disney World is still using the park pass reservation system, and this summer is warming up to be a busy one for Disney World, so reservations are going fast. We’ve also seen some changes in the parks’ operating hours, so let’s go through reservation availability and hours for next week! Magic Kingdom Park Hours Magic Kingdom will be open from 9AM until 11PM on June 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 17th, and 18th. There will be Extended Evening Hours for select Disney resort guests until 1AM on June 15th, and the park will be closing one hour early at 10PM on June 16th. ©Disney Let’s take a look at EPCOT! EPCOT Park Hours EPCOT will be open from 8:30AM until 9:00PM every day next week, with Extended Evening Hours until 11PM on June 13th. ©Disney Now for Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Park Hours Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be open from 8:30AM until 9:00PM every day next week! ©Disney One more park, let’s check out Animal Kingdom! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park Hours Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be open from 8:00AM until 8:00PM every day next week! ©Disney Let’s look at which days next week still have reservations! Incredi Pass Reservation Availability Incredi Pass Holders can make a reservation at any of the four parks every day next week! ©Disney Let’s look at Sorcerer Passes! Sorcerer Pass Reservation Availability Sorcerer Pass Holders can make reservations at any of the four parks every day next week! ©Disney Now for the Pirate Pass! Pirate Pass Reservation Availability Pirate Pass Holders can make reservations at any of the four parks every day next week! ©Disney Let’s take a look at Pixie Dust Passes! Pixie Dust Pass Reservation Availability Pixie Dust Pass Holders are blocked out on weekends, but can make reservations at any of the four parks every weekday next week! ©Disney Let’s take a look at non-Annual Pass reservation availability! Theme Park Ticket Reservation Availability If you have a Theme Park Ticket, you can only make reservations at EPCOT on June 12th through the 18th, Animal Kingdom on June 12th, 15th, 17th, and 18th, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios on June 18th. Magic Kingdom is sold out every day next week! ©Disney Let’s take a look at Select Resort Hotel Guests. Select Resort Hotel Reservation Availability Select Resort Hotel Guests have the same reservation availability as theme park ticket holders with EPCOT on June 12th through 18th, Disney’s Animal Kingdom on June 12th, 15th, 17th, and 18th, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios on June 18th. ©Disney That’s all we’ve got for park passes and hours for next week. If you’re planning a Disney World vacation, make sure you get your reservations as far ahead in advance as possible so you can go to all of the parks you want to see! We’ll keep you updated on all the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see 13 Things We Consider Disney World Rites of Passage! 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 going to Disney World next week? Let us know in the comments! The post Why You May Not Be Able to Get Into Magic Kingdom Next Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

An exciting new perk is now available for guests at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel! Paradise Pier Earlier this year, we shared the news that Disneyland was constructing a walkway to give Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel guests a convenient entrance to Disney California Adventure Park. And now, guests can take advantage of the new perk! Hey Disneyland guests, we’ve got some exciting news for you! Disney has announced that the entrance to Disney California Adventure from Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel is now open! ©Disneyland We spoke with a Cast Member who confirmed that to access the park entrance, guests will need to cross Disneyland Drive towards the entrance of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. The park entrance is located next to the security/parking booth at the entrance of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel. Paradise Pier Hotel Guests using this entrance will enter the park between Seaside Souvenirs and Corn Dog Castle in Pixar Pier. Corn Dog Castle We’ll continue to be on the lookout for more updates on Paradise Pier Hotel as it’s reimagined with a Pixar theme, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest news! 6 Groundbreaking Changes Coming to Disneyland Resort! 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 Have you stayed at Paradise Pier Hotel? Let us know in the comments! The post A New EXCLUSIVE Entrance Has Opened at Disney California Adventure! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World’s most elegant dining experience is almost back! Victoria & Alberts Victoria & Albert’s, one of the most expensive restaurants at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, is reopening on July 28th! Reservations will open soon, on June 20th, and we’re excited to see one of Disney World’s most unique experiences available again! We’ve also noticed some price increases in Disney World lately, and it looks like they’ve also hit this already pricey spot. Victoria & Albert’s has 3 different dining experiences that you can choose from. The Dining Room, the Chef’s Table, and the Queen Victoria Room. All of these vary in prices depending on what is included in the meal, but we noticed a significant bump in price for all 3. Victoria and Albert’s Chef’s Table Only Has One Seating Per Night The Dining Room is the cheapest option at Victoria & Alberts. It used to be $185 for the tasting menu, but now the tasting menu will cost you $295 per person. They also had a $235 10 course Degestation Menu, but it is not currently listed on the menu. Disney hasn’t released an official reopening menu, so it could come back. Guests will be able to try two different tasting menus in the Dining Room. If you want to pair it with wine, it will cost you an extra $150, and the zero-proof pairing is $110. There doesn’t seem to be a significant increase in the wine pairing prices. Victoria and Albert’s The Chef’s Table allows you to eat inside the kitchen in front of the chefs while they cook your meal! This experience only seats one party per night (up to 6 people), and it’s the most customizable experience out of all the Victoria & Albert’s rooms. Back in 2020, we saw the Chef’s Table price increase from $250 to $350, and now it’s even higher at $425 per guest. If you want the wine pairing, it will cost you an extra $200 per guest, and the zero-proof pairing is $110 per guest. Chef Scott Hunnel The last Victoria & Albert’s experience is the Queen Victoria room. This room offers a much more intimate setting than the Dining Room. This used to cost $235, and now it will be $375 per guest with wine pairings starting at $200 per guest, and zero-proof pairings starting at $110 per guest. The room only seats 4 couples per night. tomato and cheese salad If you want to try Victoria & Alberts, set your alarms for June 20th when reservations become available. Seating is very limited in all of the rooms, and reservations can fill up quick. If you do make a reservation, make sure you’re 100% set on your date because a cancellation fee within 5 days of the reservation is $100. The full price will be charged for any no-shows or cancellations within 24 hours of the reservation. We’ve had some truly spectacular meals at Victoria & Albert’s. They also enforce a pretty strict dress code. This isn’t the place to wear your tennis shoes and Minnie Ears. The attire is formal or semi-formal, and guests must be 10 years old or older to dine here. This is one of Disney’s most intense and luxury experiences, and it’s one of the most critically acclaimed restaurants in Florida! If you’re looking for something a little less fancy at Disney’s Grand Floridian, check out Grand Floridian Cafe! They offer an incredible brunch that we’d even recommend leaving Magic Kingdom for. We’ll keep you updated on everything we see about Victoria & Albert’s, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see the 7 Disney World Restaurants Recognized by Michelin Guide This Year Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 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 ever been to Victoria & Albert’s? Let us know in the comments! The post One of Disney World's Most Expensive Restaurants Sees Major Price Increases first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The holidays are a VERY popular time to visit Disney World! Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays! (Bonus points if you sang that in your head.) When kids are out of school, the parks are typically busy, but add in those stunning decorations, limited-time snacks, and special offerings, and guests just seem to flock to the parks. One of the biggest draws for the holiday season is the holiday party — in 2019 and prior, it was Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, although it was replaced with Disney Very Merriest After Hours last year. Will the original party be coming back in 2022? Disney hasn’t announced yet, but we’ve got a pretty good guess. First of all, let’s talk about last year. Due to the pandemic, Disney World offered “After Hours” events instead of the traditional holiday parties in 2021. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party became the Disney After Hours Boo Bash and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party became Disney Very Merriest After Hours. Happy Holidays from Disney World! These events were different than their predecessors in a number of ways. First of all, they started later in the evening and were a few hours shorter than the holiday parties typically were. They also had pared-down offerings compared to years past. Boo Bash in particular only offered cavalcades, character sightings from a distance, and trick-or-treating. However, by the time Very Merriest kicked off, Disney was back to offering the castle stage show, the Christmas fireworks, and a slightly shorter version of the holiday parade. Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade So what’s happening in 2022? Well, the celebrations for Halloween give us a pretty good hint at what’s to come. Disney announced a while ago that Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is returning this year in its full form. The ticket prices are closer to what they were before (instead of the pricier After Hours tickets), the capacity limits are not as strict, and the entertainment is back in full force. Guests will be able to experience the Boo to You Parade and the Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular (among other entertainment) for the first time since 2019. It’s Coming BAAAAACK Because of this announcement, it seems highly likely that Disney World will bring back the Christmas party as well. Disney Very Merriest After Hours was much more similar to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party than Boo Bash was to Not-So-Scary. So if Halloween is going back to normal, then it’s to be expected that Christmas festivities would do the same. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Entrance The only problem we might foresee with this situation would be demand for the event. So far, none of the Mickey’s Not-So-Scary party nights have sold out, and if guests don’t buy tickets, there’s a small chance that it could tempt Disney to switch things up for Christmas. If there’s a low demand for the holiday parties, Disney could make up for that loss by offering the more expensive and more exclusive Very Merriest After Hours instead. Disney Very Merriest After Hours However, that argument could be completely debunked if more guests purchase Not-So-Scary tickets in the coming weeks. We’ve often seen these parties sell out for more dates AFTER the first one takes place and guests get a glimpse of the festivities online. (FOMO is a really good ticket seller!) Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Ultimately, we’ll have to wait until Disney makes their holiday announcements to find out, but we’ve definitely got our fingers crossed that Very Merry returns! That’ll be just one step closer to “normal” in Disney World. Click Here for EVERYTHING Returning to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! 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! 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Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video covering all the latest Disney news! Tropical Serenade Churro Deviled eggs ice cream? A good churro in Magic Kingdom?? $150 for a t-shirt?? Disney World are you okay? Check out all of the latest Disney news in our DFB Video below! 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 Disney News: Disney Genie Changes, 2023 Vacations, Restaurant Reopening, & a 0 T-Shirt?! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Here at Disney Food Blog, we love trying new food, if that wasn’t already obvious by our name. Trying new food is our favorite thing! We recently tried the completely REVAMPED menu at 50’s Prime Time Cafe in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, a Supernova Pretzel from the Tomorrowland Pretzel Cart in Disneyland, and seven new snacks and treats from all over Disneyland that arrived for the summer. And today, we’re heading to Disney California Adventure to try another dish! Today, we’re trying the Spicy Guacamole Bacon Burger from Flo’s V8 Cafe! By name alone, you can probably tell that this burger has a lot going on. It’s a 1/3 angus beef burger with spicy guacamole, bacon, cheddar, chipotle mayo and lettuce. It is served with either a mandarin orange or steak fries. Spicy Guacamole Bacon Burger This thing sounds like a lot, and it is, but it’s absolutely delicious! The burger was juicy and not at all dry (which was a relief considering how dry some Disney quick service burgers can be). The guacamole was fresh and full of great avocado flavor with a little bit of a kick. This burger was so good! The spicy mayo added to the spice of the burger, but we couldn’t taste much of a mayonnaise flavor on the burger, just the spice! The lettuce was crispy and crunchy and added a nice bit of coolness to the burger, which was nice. The pieces of bacon were big and not at all skimpy, and overall, we just really enjoyed this burger. The guacamole is delicious! If you like guacamole and a bit of spice, we think you’ll really like this burger. If you’re not a fan of guac, or don’t really like spicy, we would probably steer clear of this one. There are so many exciting new eats in Disneyland Resort this summer, so you have lots of options, like the Foot-long BBQ Pulled Pork Dog from Award Wieners also in Disney California Adventure! Cross-section of the burger If this sounds like the burger of your dreams, you can grab it for $15.49 over at Flo’s V8 Cafe in California Adventure. And as always, make sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disneyland food updates! Click here to see all of the food coming to Disneyland for Pride Month! 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 try this burger in California Adventure? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: Spice, Bacon, Guacamole -- What More Could You Want From a Disney Burger? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Although many Disney World experiences have returned to normal since the parks reopened, not everything has come back. Main Street Train Station at Magic Kingdom Guests have been missing the Walt Disney World Railroad in Magic Kingdom since it was forced to close due to construction on TRON: Lightcycle Run ride back in 2018. Of course, construction was delayed because of the park closures, but slowly the TRON ride has been coming together. And we’ve seen some updates on the train too, including some railroad testing taking place! So what’s going on with the Walt Disney World Railroad now, and when will it open? Here’s what we know. What’s Been Happening? When Disney first announced that the TRON coaster was coming to Magic Kingdom, we were ecstatic! But, then Disney shared that the Walt Disney World Railroad had to close for some of the construction taking place on TRON. Several years later, we’re still waiting for the day that we can ride the train once again. Walt Disney World Railroad is closed At the last D23 Expo in 2021, it was announced that the Number 1 Engine on the train had been completely refurbished. Disney took the closure as an opportunity to refresh the railroad. We learned that refurbishments had been done on a multitude of things for the railroad — from the rails to the roofs! Wooden railroad ties were being replaced with composite ties and the path for the railroad has gotten some minor changes. The train looks great! Things got even MORE exciting as the railroad began being tested in certain areas of the park back in February of 2022. And now we’re seeing even MORE updates taking place. Latest Updates In June of 2022, we saw some fresh railroad tracks being laid in Fantasyland! Fresh tracks near Fantasyland Station Just look at those beauties! Walt Disney World Railroad construction near TRON Over in Tomorrowland, things appear to be coming together nicely as well. Not only have we seen new railroad tracks over on one side… We have tracks near TRON!!! …but the train tunnel that will run under the new roller coaster looks like it’s really coming together. TRON construction and Walt Disney World Railroad train tunnel So, when the Walt Disney World Railroad reopens we should be in for a slightly different but no less classic ride. Some Tracks But this begs the question: WHEN exactly is it going to reopen? When Will it Reopen? Well, Disney has not yet made any official announcements. Construction on TRON has been progressing pretty rapidly since the parks have reopened, but Disney still hasn’t shared when that coaster will open. And although we’ve seen some exciting vehicle testing at TRON, there’s still quite a bit of construction to be done from the looks of it. Construction is moving along! Since the WDW Railroad is closed because of construction on TRON, chances are we won’t see the train open for passengers until enough of that construction is complete to allow it to pass through the area safely. TRON concept art The Disney website for the Railroad doesn’t list an opening date and still says it’s “not currently circling Magic Kingdom park.” That website lets us check operating hours through August 5th, 2022, at the moment. Thus far, no operating hours have been listed as far as we can see during that time. ©Disney The railroad is still listed on the refurbishment calendar as well. Currently, the calendar lists park hours through August 16th, 2022. Through to that day, the railroad continues to be listed on the refurbishment list. ©Disney So it seems like fans still have a bit of waiting to do when it comes to hopping on that railroad again. We don’t expect the Walt Disney World Railroad or TRON to open for quite some time, but you can be sure we’re keeping an eye out for updates — so stay tuned! Keep in mind that construction situations in the parks can change and develop rapidly. Click Here to Check Out the Current and Upcoming Disney World Closures and Refurbishments If you’re heading to Magic Kingdom soon, don’t worry — there is still plenty for you to see and do! You can stop by the Main Street Confectionery to grab a tasty treat, blast off into the skies on Space Mountain, and catch a parade too. Keep in mind that guests still need valid park pass reservations in addition to theme park tickets. And if you don’t want to waste precious time waiting in line for rides, consider purchasing Disney Genie+! It’s the new way to skip the standby lines via Lightning Lanes. Space Mountain And keep those eyes and ears open for any railroad testing or the sound of new tracks being placed — you might just get a little railroad update to hold you over until you can hop aboard this classic attraction again. Check Out the 12 DFB Reviews You HAVE to Read Before Going to Magic Kingdom Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 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 the Walt Disney World Railroad a must-do for you (when it’s available)? Let us know in the comments! The post UPDATE: What's Happening With the Walt Disney World Railroad first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World's 'Finding Nemo: The Big Blue … and Beyond' is an enhanced, condensed version of beloved fish tale. It debuts at Animal Kingdom Monday. View the full article

There must be something in the water in Rainbow Reef at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa—and we’re not just talking about the Menehune. As we celebrated World Oceans Day on June 8 to bring more awareness to human impact on our oceans, we thought it appropriate to highlight some interesting and important aquatic research […]View the full article

Bob Chapek, the CEO of Disney, has been at the center of a lot of news lately. Disney CEO Bob Chapek in Disney World on its 50th Anniversary In the past few months, Chapek has been involved in the controversy surrounding Florida’s Parental Rights in Education Bill, which critics have called the “Don’t Say Gay Bill”, a decrease in Disney’s stock value, and the firing of a top Disney executive. However, it seems that CEO Bob Chapek isn’t going anywhere in the near future. According to Business Insider, the Walt Disney Company Board will likely renew Bob Chapek’s contract as CEO. His current contract was set to end in February 2023, but following a statement of support after the firing of Peter Rice, one Disney higher-up thinks that Chapek’s contract will be renewed. ©Disney The Disney Board is scheduled to have meetings in June and September, and one of these meetings is likely when Chapek’s contract will be discussed. ©Bloomberg This comes immediately after the firing of Disney TV Executive, Peter Rice, due to “an ill fit with Disney’s corporate culture.” Rice was part of the Disney General Entertainment Content, which helped create over 300 shows for Disney’s various platforms, including ABC, Disney+, Hulu, and more. Magic Kingdom Recently, Disney executives commented on how inflation is impacting the theme parks. We also recently heard from Chapek about the Park Pass Reservation system — you can click here to see what he had to say about the system. We’ll keep you updated on all the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Even Disney World Has Surge Pricing — Here’s How to Avoid It Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post Disney CEO Bob Chapek Likely to Renew Contract Soon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Cast members didn’t need the Time Stone this week to relive memories from the opening of Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure park last year on June 4, 2021. “It was nothing like I expected, but it was fun,” said Lead Nelson Medina-Castro. As the first land at a Disney park dedicated to Super Heroes, […]View the full article

To ensure we are equipping our readers with all the information they need, we will continue to report on all travel, safety, and COVID-related news that could impact a Disney Parks visit. COVID-19 regulations have continued to change, both at the Disney parks and throughout the world. Currently, face masks are not required anywhere in Disney World, except inside First Aid stations. The Disney Cruise Line has also updated its policy, although the cruises still require passengers to show proof of vaccination and a negative COVID-19 test before boarding. Travel requirements are changing Requirements are changing on a broader scale as well. For example, masks are no longer required on some airlines or in certain airports. Now, the Biden administration has made another major change to COVID-19 requirements, this one having to do with international travel. Beginning at midnight on Sunday, June 12th, the CDC will remove its requirement for travelers to test negative for COVID-19 before entering the United States. This change was announced today, June 10th. Are you flying into Orlando this year? This was confirmed by White House Assistant Press Secretary, Kevin Munoz. The CDC will continue to evaluate the needs for testing based on “the science and in context of circulating variants.” For both US citizens re-entering the country and international travelers visiting the US, a negative COVID-19 test will no longer be required. This change comes as both the travel industry and politicians have advocated for the removal of the requirement in order to boost the US tourism numbers. According to CNN, the travel industry has been “increasingly critical of the requirement in recent weeks,” claiming that “it was having a chilling effect on an already fragile economy.” Orlando Airport 90 days after the change, the CDC will reassess its decision to see if a COVID-19 testing requirement becomes necessary once again. The Trade Association has reported that domestic travel is nearing pre-pandemic levels, but international travel is still about 14% below normal. The US Travel Association’s President and CEO Roger Dow said, “Prior to the pandemic, travel was one of our nation’s largest industry exports. The lifting of this requirement will enable the industry to lead the way toward a broader US economic and jobs recovery” (CNN). Southwest Flight Lately, Disney has been reporting international tourism numbers that are increasingly closer to pre-pandemic numbers, but their statistics have also fallen below the normal rates. With this change, we may see more international guests in the parks, especially as the summer travel season continues. Crowds in Magic Kingdom We’ve already seen an uptick in the crowds in Disney World, and we’re expecting the number of guests to continue to grow. If you’re planning to visit the parks soon, here are a few tips to help you navigate the big crowds: Make dining reservations ASAP. You can begin making these reservations 60 days before your trip. Having a sit-down meal in the middle of the day can be a great way to escape the crowds and find some peace! Consider using Genie+ and Pay-Per-Ride. To avoid those long wait times, you can decide if Genie+ ($15 per person, per day) or Pay-Per-Ride (between $7 and $15 per person, per ride, depending on the ride) are worth it. With those systems, you can reserve your spot to skip the line on certain rides. Take advantage of the less busy times. Get to the parks before opening time and/or stay later in the evening in order to find the shortest wait times. If you’re staying at a Disney World hotel, remember that you can go inside each park 30 minutes BEFORE opening time every day. And, of course, keep following DFB, because we’ll be bringing you all the latest news and best tips to help you make the most of your upcoming vacation. Click here for an updated list of current COVID-19 and travel news for Disney World and Disneyland. 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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. Disney sells a TON of merchandise! There’s SO much popular merchandise! Whether its Minnie ears, Loungefly backpacks, limited edition collections, or Starbucks tumblers, the stores in the theme parks are filled to the brim with hundreds, nay, THOUSANDS of souvenirs. However, you don’t have to spend the big bucks to visit the parks to buy many of those things — you can order them online! And this week, Disney dropped a BUNCH of new merchandise online that we want to share with you. New Minnie Ears Just like last week, we got a bunch of new Minnie ears (and Mickey ears!) online in the past few days. First up, this year’s Pride ears landed on shopDisney. The design features denim ears with a rainbow bow, which is a lot more toned-down than the designs we’d seen in years past. If that’s your look, you can grab them for $29.99. Pride Ears After that, three more new pairs arrived, including some inspired by Pixar’s new movie, Lightyear. They even have the Space Ranger logo! (They’re $29.99 online!) ©Disney If you’re not a fan of those (or you just want to add even more pairs to your collection, Disney also dropped an adjustable pair of 50th Anniversary ears as well as a sparkly aqua pair. Click Here to See All Three of the New Pairs That Dropped Later in the Week! Movie Merchandise Two new movie collections were released online this week as well! First up, several new Lightyear-inspired items are available, including plushes, action figures, and even LEGO sets. We can’t wait to check out this movie when it lands in theaters next week on June 17th! ©LEGO Also, we got new merchandise from a recently released Pixar movie — Turning Red! The new additions look like they’d be perfect for kids at school because we’ve got a new backpack, bento box, and utensil set. ©Disney It’s unfortunate that all these items landed online right as the school year ends for many students, but if you’re an early bird, you can go ahead and buy them for next year! Disney likes to offer back-to-school sales on certain items sometimes, so maybe they’ll be discounted a bit by the fall. We’ll have to wait and see! Click Here to Shop the Turning Red Merchandise! New Items on Amazon But shopDisney isn’t the only place to find Disney merch online — we also spotted some new stuff on Amazon this week. First, there was the 50th Anniversary plush set inspired by “it’s a small world” with plushes of Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, and Donald. They look so festive! ©Amazon Later in the week, Amazon posted new Halloween and Christmas Disney Baby Lift-the-Flap books. The Halloween book is officially available on July 5th and the Christmas one releases on September 6th, but you can pre-order both of them currently. ©Amazon Both books are $12.99 and are illustrated by artist Jerrod Maruyama, who has done several collaborations with Disney in the past. Click Here to Learn More About the Books! That’s all the new merchandise online this week, but we’ll be checking for more! With upcoming movie releases like Thor: Love and Thunder and Lightyear, we expect to see more new collections in the coming weeks. Disney really likes to capitalize on the film hype! ©Disney On top of that, we’re constantly finding new merchandise for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary in the parks. Just recently, we’ve spotted new shirts, dresses, backpacks, and more. The celebrations are lasting through March 2023, so there’s still more than half the time left to go! (And you know that we’ll be covering all the excitement throughout!) Click Here to Shop ALL the 50th Anniversary Merchandise Online! 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 of these items would you consider buying? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney Dropped FOUR New Pairs of Ears and 'Lightyear' Items Online This Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Sometimes our favorite snacks disappear from the menus in Disney World and there’s nothing we can do about it. We miss you, Kakamora Float This has happened to us with the Citrus Swirl, the Kakamora Float, the Monte Cristo Sandwich, and more. It can be due to supply issues or for reasons unknown, but it’s definitely a sad day when snacks that we love aren’t around anymore. However, that just makes it SO MUCH SWEETER when they return — and one of our favorite desserts has shown up again in Disney World! The Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is BACK at Aloha Isle in Magic Kingdom! WOOHOO!! There it is, officially! Yep, it’s finally back, y’all. We thought it was back a few weeks ago when it popped up on the mobile menu, but it wasn’t actually available on the real menu. Pineapple Upside Cake at Aloha Isle But now, it has actually returned! We confirmed with Cast Members that you can order and enjoy it again. Pineapple Upside Down Cake with Dole Whip at Aloha Isle If you don’t know, this is pineapple upside-down cake served with Dole Whip pineapple, vanilla, or a swirl of the two for $6.99. Even Melting Dole Whip is Good Dole Whip We LOVE this treat are so happy it’s back on the menu! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney food news, reviews, and updates. Click here to see what’s going on with the Citrus Swirl in Magic Kingdom! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 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 ever tried this pineapple treat? Tell us in the comments! The post 🍍Pineapple Upside-Down Cake🍍is BACK in Magic Kingdom! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney has been killing it with the Star Wars merch lately! There are three new ‘Star Wars’ Been There mugs! We just spotted these Fuzzy Ewok Minnie Ears in Disney World, a ton of new collectibles online including Obi-Wan Kenobi’s Lightsaber, and these super popular Starbucks Been There Series Mugs that sold out super fast online! If you missed out on those Starbucks mugs, then you’re in luck, because they just restocked! The Starbucks Been There Series Star Wars mugs are back in stock on shopDisney! These went fast after they were first released, so we’re happy that they’re back. Each mug has illustrations representing different Star Wars planets. Let’s take a look! The Naboo Mug is back in stock for all of the prequel movie fans. It has Darth Maul, Jar-Jar Binks, and even the iconic fight between Obi-Wan, Darth Maul, and Qui-Gon Jin. It’s available now on shopDisney for $22.99. ©Disney If the prequels are your jam, then you need to be drinking out of this Starbucks mug! Click here to get the Naboo Been There Series Mug! If you’re a fan of the new trilogy, then show your love with this Ahch-To mug! Complete with Porgs, Rey, and Luke Skywalker, this mug perfectly captures the vibes of this beautiful planet. ©Disney You can get it now on shopDisney for $22.99! Click here to get the Ahch-To Been There Series Mug! The last Star Wars Been There Series Mug is perfect for fans of The Mandalorian! It’s got all things Nevarro on it, including Grogu, of course. This mug is also $22.99! ©Disney Who doesn’t need another piece of Baby Yoda merchandise in their collection? Click here to get the Nevarro Been There Series Mug! Those are all of the Star Wars Been There Series mugs that are on shopDisney, but there are so many more Starbucks mugs available that there’s bound to be one for every Disney fan! Click here to check out All of the Starbucks Mugs on shopDisney! There’s also a brand new Stoney Clover Lane collection online, as well as brand new Thor ears that are…uh…let’s just say interesting. Be sure to check these out before they’re gone! We’ll keep you updated with all of our latest Disney merch finds, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see the Newest Starbucks Disney Merch! 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 going to get any of the Star Wars Been There Series Mugs? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney's SOLD OUT 'Star Wars' Starbucks Mugs are BACK Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We love many things here at DFB, but one of them is FOOD! Look at all those goodies! We’ve already seen new treats in the parks for summer, to celebrate Pride Month, and some limited-time eats! If you’re also a lover of food, or enjoy watching those cooking shows on your TV, then you’ll love hearing that 4 new food series are coming to Hulu! According to Variety, Hulu has ordered 4 new food series to add to their roster. The new additions are from David Chang’s Majordomo Media, Chrissy Teigen’s Huntley Productions, Vox Media Studios, and a drag queen-themed dinner competition show from Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka. ©Variety The shows will be titled Secret Chef, Burning Men, Chefs vs. Wild, and Drag Me to Dinner. Secret Chef will feature ten chefs anonymously ranking each other’s food through a series of blind tastings, and Burning Men will pit pepper growers against one another in a fight to prove whose creation is hottest. Meanwhile, Chefs vs. Wild will feature two different world-class chefs being dropped into the wilderness where they’ll embark on surviving and foraging enough wild ingredients to create a restaurant-worthy, five-star meal every episode. And, Drag Me To Dinner is a comedic competition featuring two new pairs of visionary Queens go wig-to-wig in a competition to throw the coolest themed dinner party on a dime every episode. ©Hulu While you’re waiting for these exciting new shows to air, you can fill your time checking out all the recent additions to Disney+! Episodes of Obi-Wan Kenobi are now streaming (and broke some major records!), and Ms. Marvel and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness will be arriving on the streaming platform soon. Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all your Disney and Hulu news! When Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness Will Be FREE on Disney+ 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 show are you most looking forward to? Let us know in the comments below! The post A Drag Queen Dinner Competition and 3 More Cooking Shows Coming to Hulu SOON! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Big CHANGES have hit Disney this week. Disney World From changes with Genie+ to changes on restaurant menus, things aren’t all the same as they were just a few days ago. Let’s go through some of the biggest updates from this week! 1 — Genie+ CHANGES Over at Disney World, there have been some important Genie+ changes this week. First, the confusing 120 minute rule is now official. We’ve discussed this rule in previous posts but now Disney has officially acknowledged it on its website and has provided details about it. Expedition Everest Basically, this rule governs when you can make another Genie+ selection after having already made a first one. It comes into play mainly when that first Lightning Lane you selected has a return time that is a bit further into the day. Click here to read all about the rule In other Genie+ news, how you buy Genie+ has changed. As of June 8th, all guests must purchase Genie+ on the day of their visit, on a day-by-day basis. In other words, guests no longer have the chance to buy Genie+ in advance as a ticket add-on for the length of their trip. Disney Genie Be sure to take this into account and not forget to make that Genie+ purchase well BEFORE the 7AM sign-up time for those first lightning lanes. Click here to read about this Genie+ change 2 — Ticket Price INCREASES for 2023 Planning a Disney World trip for 2023? Good news —2023 vacation packages for Disney World are now available for booking. This includes hotels, tickets, and full vacation packages, so you can get planning right now! Plan your 2023 vacation now! Since 2023 tickets are available to buy, that has given us the chance to take a look at those ticket prices. Something we noticed is that there are some HIDDEN price increases on those 2023 park tickets. While the range of ticket prices appears to have generally remained the same ($109-$159 for a single one-park-per-day ticket), some dates in 2023 are now priced HIGHER than they were in 2022. ©Disney For example, in January of 2022, weekdays ranged between$117-$143, with 1 day being at $147. In 2023, weekdays range between $134-$144, with 1 day being at $154. So a trip in 2023 for the exact same dates as you visited in 2022 might cost you quite a bit MORE. Click here to see our full breakdown of the ticket price increases for 2023! 3 — Reopening News In exciting reopening news, Disney has shared the reopening date for the updated Finding Nemo musical in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! The updated show (called Finding Nemo: The Big Blue…and Beyond!) will debut on June 13th, 2022 and will be available through the Genie+ service. We’ve got a look at the musical’s showtimes here! Finding Nemo Also at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, you’ll soon be able to meet Mickey and Minnie again at Adventurers Outpost! The character meet-and-greet spot is set to reopen on June 19th and will also be available through Genie+! Adventurers Outpost And finally, Disney has announced the official return date for Minnie Vans! The vehicles will be back in action on June 29th! Minnie Van A lot of things are returning to Disney World soon, but remember there are still a number of things that are closed. Be sure to check and see if your must-dos are all back! Click here to see what’s still closed in Disney World 4 — A Menu OVERHAUL and More Food News In terms of food news, there have been a LOT of updates. We already shared last week that we stopped by to check out the new menu at Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater, but this week we stopped by 50’s Prime Time Cafe (also in Hollywood Studios) to try their REVAMPED menu, and we took you along with us! OoOoo Something New! From some NEW dessert options (including a fantastic one with Jell-O!!) to a returning pot pie, we tried a bunch of the options to see whether they’re worth it. Click here to see our full review! We also got some big food news for the returning Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue at Fort Wilderness. This week, Disney shared the full menu for Hoop-Dee-Doo’s return, and yes, it features fried chicken! Click here to see the menu. ©Disney In other food news, deviled egg ice cream is a thing, and it’s…not bad?? Salt & Straw‘s new monthly flavors are out and they feature fried chicken ice cream and deviled egg ice cream, among other unique creations. Head to Disney Springs to check them out and click here to see our FULL review! Cinnamon and Honey Fried Chicken Ice Cream and Deviled Egg with Smoked Black Tea ice cream If you’re a Kona Cafe fan, you’ll want to be aware of an important closure coming up. This table service spot at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort will be CLOSING temporarily for refurbishment starting August 15th. Kona Cafe Kona Island, however, will still be available for mobile order and the other restaurants in the hotel will be available as well. 5 — COVID-19 Update Finally, we end with a COVID-19 update. Both counties within which Disney World is located (Orange County and Osceola County) have been placed in the “high” COVID-19 risk category. ©CDC Under this category, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend that all individuals (regardless of vaccination status) wear a mask indoors while in public. Note, however, that Disney World’s mask rules do not require this. Masks are optional in all places (indoors and outside) in Disney World (except some First Aid Center areas). Thus far, Disney has not announced any changes to its mask rules. Keep in mind that the risk levels for these counties are subject to change. Click here to see what travel destinations have been added to the high risk COVID-19 category Of course, Disney shared other news this week. Check out more stories by clicking the links below: Get a construction update on EPCOT’s Moana attraction An Apple executive has joined Disney’s metaverse team New McDonald’s Happy Meal toys for Disney and Pixar’s “Lightyear” have arrived Themes have been announced for the 2023 Disney Princess Half Marathon New Avengers Mickey Ears are coming and they are…WOW And stay tuned for the latest Disney updates! 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 piece of Disney news from this week surprised you the most? Tell us in the comments! The post Genie+ CHANGES, Ticket Price Increases, and More Disney News first appeared on the disney food blog. 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While some families love the planning that a Disney World vacation takes, others may prefer a more laid-back option like Disney Cruise Line! The Disney Dream in Castaway Cay! When on a Disney Cruise, most of your dining is included, and you can choose whether or not you want to book extra offerings outside what is offered on the ship (which is a TON). So you can just sit back and relax if that’s what you wish! The Disney Dream especially has so many offerings to take advantage of while on board, and now you can win a trip on the Dream with just a few clicks! The Disney Cruise Line Vacation Sweepstakes allows you to enter for a chance to win a 4-night Disney cruise from Miami on the Disney Dream for you and up to 3 guests! You’ll sail to Disney’s private island Castaway Cay in The Bahamas, and experience meeting Disney Characters, seeing world-class entertainment with Broadway-quality shows, experiencing imaginative dining, and having access to exclusive spaces for kids and adults alike while on board. Castaway Cay The winner will receive a four-night cruise for you and up to 3 guests (one stateroom), roundtrip coach airfare to and from Miami (unless the winner lives within 200 miles of the city), one standard room at a Miami hotel for the night prior to boarding, and all meals included aboard the Disney Dream (with the exception of Palo and Remy fine dining). Let’s Set Sail! The contest closes on July 5th at 11:59 PM EST, and you can enter once per day. To enter, all you have to do is enter your email — yes, it’s really that easy! Click here to enter the sweepstakes! Did you know the Disney Dream moved to the port in Miami to make room for Disney’s newest cruise ship, the Disney Wish, to make port in Port Canaveral? The newest cruise ship will be making its maiden voyage soon, and you can enter for a chance to win a trip on the ship and help charity at the same time! Be sure to stay tuned to DFB, and we’ll let you know about all the Disney sweepstakes we find! Click here to check out the EXCLUSIVE merchandise coming to the Disney Wish! What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Check Out Lots of Details About Disney Cruise Line’s Newest Ship -- the Disney Wish (Including More About the Star Wars Bar and First Attraction at Sea Coming to the Wish) See the Latest on Disney Cruise Line’s Mask Policy Learn About Disney Cruise Line’s COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Policies Check Out 10 Things That’ll Be Different About Your Next Disney Cruise See More About the Virtual Queues and Other Changes Made on Disney Cruises Check Out How Much It’ll Cost to Sail on Disney’s Newest Cruise Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Have you ever been on a Disney Cruise? Let us know your experience below! The post There's ANOTHER Chance to Win a FREE Disney Cruise! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Air travel has been changing a lot lately. Flying high Mask requirements changed, flight routes have been taken away and added in some areas, new airlines have been introduced, and some airlines are even trying to merge. There have been issues with canceled flights recently, and it doesn’t look like that’s going to change any time soon. A pilot shortage is causing many major airlines to cancel flights, according to Spectrum News 13. For example, over the last seven days, Tampa International Airport had 55 canceled flights, which is slightly higher than average, according to a spokesperson from the airport. Airplane Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines are cutting some flights due to staffing issues. Southwest has canceled the most, cutting nearly 20,000 flights, according to according to a report from The Dallas Morning News says NBC News. They also say U.S. airlines are trying to hire at least 12,00 pilots combined this year. Southwest Flight “The pilot shortage for the industry is real, and most airlines are simply not going to be able to realize their capacity plans because there simply aren’t enough pilots, at least not for the next five-plus years,” United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said on a quarterly earnings call in April, according to NBC News. Delta also just said it was canceling 100 daily flights from July 1st through August 7th in the United States and Latin America. ©Travel and Leisure Smaller airlines and routes appear to be suffering the most from the shortage. For example, SkyWest Airlines said it had lost 5% of its pilots to larger carriers, according to NBC News. “We have a very serious problem. Delta, United, American — they’re parking regional jets and picking the most profitable routes. Everyone else is getting smaller or no service,” said Kit Darby, the president of KitDarby.com Aviation Consulting. Airplane Commercial airline pilot Jim Shillings says the cancelations usually start with weather delays but then turn into bigger issues as there are not enough pilots in rotation, according to Spectrum News 13. He also said that he thinks the long training process, amount of pilots retiring during the pandemic, and expensive startup costs are contributing to the shortage. The pilot union for American Airlines says that some airlines were encouraging pilots to retire early during the pandemic so that they could cut costs when less people were traveling by air, according to Spectrum News 13. ©American Airlines We’ll keep you updated on move air travel news and info, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Click here to learn more about Delta Airlines cutting flights Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which airline do you usually use to travel? Tell us in the comments. The post Pilot Shortage Causing Major Flight Cancelations first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article