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Central Florida gem Lake Louisa State Park gives visitors chances to hike, bike, paddle or ride on horseback with options to camp overnight. View the full article

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During a traditional maritime ceremony held today in Bremerhaven, Germany, Disney Cruise Line took delivery of our newest ship, the Disney Wish!View the full article

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Disney World hotels see changes quite often, from renovations to full additions. Caribbean Beach Resort Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is currently having many of its rooms renovated, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is getting a whole new building, and Disney’s Contemporary Resort got a new restaurant last year. And now, a big change seems to be on its way to Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. The Pirate Rooms will soon be unavailable at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. Pirates Beds We tried to book a Pirate Room for sometime in 2023, but we couldn’t find any availability. We chatted with a Cast Member who told us that the rooms will not be available in 2023, but that they would be available through the end of 2022. Chat with Cast Member Note that Disney has not made an official announcement about what’s going on with the rooms. They could be getting makeovers or facelifts, or disappearing, but just know that if you want to guarantee that you’ll be able to sleep in a pirate ship, you should book your stay for sometime this year. Pirate room Caribbean Beach Resort does have other hotel rooms — only select rooms have the pirate theming, so there will still be other rooms available at the resort in 2023. ©Disney We’ll be sure to keep you updated if we find out anything else about the changes, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Click here to see why you might BAIL on your Disney World hotel 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 stayed in one of the Pirate Rooms? Tell us in the comments! The post NEWS: Pirate Rooms Will Be UNAVAILABLE at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Next Year first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If there’s one thing you can count on in Disney World, it’s that things are almost always changing! Things are always changing in Disney World! Today, we’re heading to Disney’s Hollywood Studios to see what’s new in food, construction, and merchandise! Let’s dive in! Hollywood Studios Food Updates For food updates, we’re heading over to 50’s Prime Time Cafe for their new revamped menu! We tried the Jalapeño Popper Deviled Eggs for $11… Jalapeño Popper Deviled Eggs …the Roasted Tomato Soup for $9… Roasted Tomato Soup …Grandpa Jean’s Chicken Pot Pie for $24… Grandpa Jean’s Chicken Pot Pie …the Grasshopper Bar for $8… Grasshopper Bar …and the Stained Glass Dessert for $3. Stained Glass Dessert These items are available on both the lunch and the dinner menus. Click here to read our full review of the revamped menu at 50’s Prime Time Cafe in Hollywood Studios! Hollywood Studios Construction Updates In terms of construction, we’re seeing more of the same old same old. The exit to Toy Story Mania is still under construction as a new gift shop is being added. Construction at the exit of Toy Story Mania Over in Galaxy’s Edge, there’s a bush covering what will be a MagicBand+ interactive kiosk for the Batuu Bounty Hunters game when MagicBand+ is released later this year. MagicBand+ will allow guests to interact with the areas around them, as well as play games. MagicBand+ Interactive Kiosk And finally for construction updates, there is a new billboard in the Hollywood Studios parking lot for Disney Mirrorverse. Mirrorverse Billboard Disney Mirrorverse is a mobile game that will be available for download on June 23rd. It is a role-playing game that will feature Disney characters and quests you’ll need to complete. Don’t Let These Construction Projects Impact Your Disney World Trip — Click here! Hollywood Studios Merchandise Updates Keystone Clothiers Over at Keystone Clothiers, we spotted this new Marvel Loungefly Backpack. Dr. Strange Loungefly Backpack This backpack is made to look like Doctor Strange and is available for $85. Click here to see WHEN ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ will hit Disney+ And that’s what’s new in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! As always, make sure to keep reading DFB for all the latest news from the Disney World parks! Click here for 13 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. What’s your favorite thing to do in Hollywood Studios? Let us know in the comments! The post What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios: A Revamped Menu and MagicBand+ Updates first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Every day, technologists at Hong Kong Disneyland create magic by blending innovation and imagination. Andy, a technology director at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, loves his role creating immersive yet stress-free guest experiences. “Technology in the park is tricky because you don’t want anybody to notice it,” says Andy, a 32-year Disney veteran. “Everyone can go […]View the full article

Happy Pride! George Sear, Anthony Turpel, Bebe Wood, Ava Capri, Mateo Fernandez and Isabella Ferreira, from the Hulu Original Series “Love, Victor,” recently visited the Disneyland Resort to celebrate Pride month and their show’s third and final season. This season finds Victor going on a journey of self-discovery — not only deciding who he wants […]View the full article

Slowly but surely, Disney World has been resuming normal operations for its parks and resorts after the pandemic-related closures. Main Street, U.S.A. Train Station Even though it has been quite some time since the parks reopened, not everything has returned back to normal. Despite reopening most merchandise locations, attractions, and all of the resorts, there are still quite a few things that still remain closed. And today, we’re looking at the Disney World restaurants you didn’t realize were STILL closed! When it comes to dining in Disney World, there are so many incredible options — although not all of them are currently open! Several Disney World eateries are still closed in the parks and beyond, so let’s check them out. Magic Kingdom Tomorrowland Terrace is typically only open seasonally in Magic Kingdom, and we only saw it reopen for a brief period of time after the parks reopened. However, the quick service location is currently serving as the location for Fireworks Dessert Viewing Parties in Magic Kingdom. Tomorrowland Terrace Disney hasn’t shared whether or not they plan on opening Tomorrowland Terrace back up for normal or seasonal dining in the future, but we’ll keep an eye out for updates. Learn More About Fireworks Viewing Parties Here! EPCOT Guests hoping to dine with the princesses at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall have been unable to do so since the parks closed. For a brief time, the restaurant was being used as a Relaxation Station and then as a Florida Blue Lounge, but for now, the Norwegian eatery remains closed. Akershus Royal Banquet Hall Over in the France Pavilion, the fine dining Monsieur Paul has yet to reopen. Known for its signature French table service fare, this spot typically features Prix Fixe tasting menus and wine pairings as well. We’re keeping an eye out for when Monsieur Paul might open again! Monsieur Paul in Epcot’s France Pavilion In the Morocco Pavilion, two eateries have remained closed. Restaurant Marrakesh, the table service restaurant, and Tangierine Cafe failed to reopen with the rest of Disney World. We’ve recently seen Tangierine Cafe being used as a food both for EPCOT festivals. Hopefully, we will be able to dine at both locations again soon. Restaurant Marrakesh in EPCOT Guests looking for an extremely high-end sushi experience will be saddened to learn that Takumi-Tei is closed in EPCOT’s Japan Pavilion. Known for its omakase experience and Wagyu beef, Takumi-Tei is a dining location like no other in Disney World. Wood Room at Takumi-Tei Unfortunately, Disney hasn’t shared when any of these EPCOT eateries might reopen once again, but you can be sure we’ll be keeping an eye out. Check Out Our Most Recent Review of Takumi-Tei! Disney’s Hollywood Studios The Neighborhood Bakery is a kiosk located in Pixar Place that normally serves frozen slushes and snacks including the Num Num Cookie. Neighborhood Bakery Although it didn’t reopen with the parks and remains closed, don’t worry — you can still get the beloved Num Num Cookie at the nearby Market. There’s no word on when the Neighborhood Bakery may reopen, but we’ll be on the lookout for updates. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Several eateries remain closed at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. Despite the hotel itself having reopened quite a while ago, 1900 Park Fare has yet to open its doors. Known for character dining and buffet-style service, guests looking for a character meal at the Grand Floridian will have to look elsewhere. 1900 Park Fare Victoria & Albert’s is a AAA five-diamond rated restaurant that can take your Disney World vacation to another level. Boasting 8 to 12-course meals and wine pairings, you won’t be able to dine at this spot just yet. Luckily, Disney has announced that it will be reopening later this year! Main Dining Room at Victoria & Albert’s Did you know there’s a place on Disney World property where you can have Afternoon Tea? Well, right now there isn’t because Afternoon Tea at the Garden View Room hasn’t returned just yet. It used to be offered from 12PM to 4PM daily. Tea time at the Grand Flo! Guests could experience international teas and British Cuisine while gazing out at gorgeous gardens. We’ll let you know if we hear of any updates! Check Out Our Review of Disney World’s Afternoon Tea Here Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Resort ESPN Club used to be a truly incredible sports fan experience complete with game-day eats, televisions, and even video games at your table. When Disney World began its phased reopening, no news was shared on whether this spot would open back up. Disney is still keeping us in the dark, as ESPN Club remains closed with no signs of reopening. ESPN Club If you’re looking for a funnel cake at Disney’s BoardWalk — you’re out of luck. The Funnel Cake Cart has been closed since the parks were shut down, and we haven’t heard a peep about it since. Funnel Cake Cart The BoardWalk is set to undergo quite the transformation sometime in Disney’s future, so maybe that will include an update on the Funnel Cake Cart. Click Here to Learn More About the Changes Coming to Disney’s BoardWalk Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort Last, but certainly not least — Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort is closed for the time being. However, reservations can be booked now because Hoop-Dee-Doo returns on June 23rd! Hoop-dee-Doo Musical Revue This hootin’ and hollerin’ good time dinner show has been loved by many Disney fans for decades, and we are so excited that it will be returning. Disney even shared the new menu and updates about the show as well! Check Out the Changes Coming to Hoop-Dee-Doo Here Despite these locations still being closed, there are so many other great options for dining in Disney World! Some of our favorites are Topolino’s Terrace at Disney’s Riviera Resort and Skipper Canteen in Magic Kingdom — but there are so many 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. Which closed Disney World restaurant are you looking forward to opening the most? Let us know in the comments! The post 11 Disney World Restaurants You Didn’t Realize Were STILL Closed first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The 2022 D23 Expo is gearing up to be THE Disney fan event of this year, with lots of fun activities, exclusive merchandise, and potentially HUGE announcements about Disney’s current and upcoming projects. D23 Expo Poster We’ve already learned about 6 major panels happening at this year’s Expo, including several presentations, an awards ceremony, and even a Disney Princess concert! Let’s take a look now at which of the events slated for the Expo could yield some of the BIGGEST Disney news. Today, we got the schedule for all of the panels happening in “Hall D23,” which is a massive 6,900-seat auditorium located in Hall D of the Anaheim Convention Center. This is where guests will see some of the biggest presentations and possibly hear the most exciting Disney news! ©D23 The D23 Expo is often where we get big updates about what’s going on with Disney movies and shows as well as the parks! If you’re looking to hear those updates ASAP, here are the presentations you should look out for during this event: Friday, September 9th, at 3:30PM — At this presentation, The Walt Disney Studios will be giving guests “new details, first looks, sneak peeks, surprises, and announcements” about Disney’s upcoming shows and movies. You might hear about upcoming projects from Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, and Disney Live Action. This panel will be hosted by “studio heads, filmmakers, and cast members,” who will bring the audience “the inside scoop on some of these studios’ most exciting titles.” Pixar Logo ©Pixar | Disney Saturday, September 10th, at 10AM — There has been no shortage of new Star Wars and Marvel content on Disney+ recently. With big titles like Moon Knight, Ms. Marvel, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and The Mandalorian, it’s safe to say that the Marvel and Lucasfilm studios have been very busy. At this presentation, representatives from the studios (together with filmmakers, celebrities, and surprise guests) will share details about upcoming Marvel and Star Wars shows. ©Marvel Studios Sunday, September 11th, at 10:30AM — This is a cant-miss presentation for Disney parks fans! Josh D’Amaro (the Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman) is going to share the inside scoop about current and upcoming projects in the Disney parks. Some Disney Cruise Line announcements are also expected during this panel! And D23 said, “Attendees will get a behind-the-scenes look at the big dreams of Disney Imagineers,” which could mean we’ll learn about some projects that haven’t even been announced yet. Magic Kingdom! If you haven’t gotten your ticket yet, D23 has announced that “a limited number of single-day tickets for Friday and Sunday of D23 Expo 2022 are available.” One-day adult admission costs $99 for adults and $79 for kids ages 3 to 12. D23 Gold Members can purchase single-day adult tickets for $89. Note that single-day Saturday tickets and 3-day passes are sold out. ©D23 You may want to hurry and grab your tickets soon! This event is super popular with Disney fans, especially since we’re anticipating several big announcements this year. Keep following DFB for more of the latest Disney news! Click here to learn about all 6 major panels announced by D23 so far! 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 heading to the 2022 D23 Expo? Let us know in the comments! The post Want BIG Disney News? Don’t Miss These 3 D23 Expo Panels first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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At the top of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Park, a beautiful suite is nestled within the turrets where the clocks all remain at 11:59 p.m., magic lies in each corner and one, glass slipper rests as a reminder to always dream. This is the Cinderella Castle Suite, and one lucky engineering cast member, Fabian […]View the full article

D23 Expo is taking place this September in Anaheim, California and there is SO much to look forward to! ©D23 This expo is a giant fan event with fun panels, merch, and more. We usually see some Disney stars and get some REALLY big announcements during the presentations at the Expo. There are also some great entertainment options. And this year, there will be a special concert! On Sunday, September 11th, Disney Concerts will present a special performance of Disney Princess — The Concert. ©Disney The concert will feature Susan Egan (Broadway’s original Belle in Beauty and the Beast, Meg in Disney’s animated feature Hercules), Isabelle McCalla (Princess Jasmine in Aladdin, The Prom), Disney Channel star Anneliese van der Pol (That’s So Raven, Raven’s Home, Broadway’s final Belle in Beauty and the Beast), and Syndee Winters (Broadway’s Nala in The Lion King, Hamilton). Also joining the quartet will be music director Benjamin Rauhala (Fiddler on the Roof, The Secret Life of Bees) and Prince Adam J. Levy (Moulin Rouge). ©Disney Aladdin The Musical The cast will perform some Disney Princess and Frozen favorites like “Part of Your World,” “Let It Go,” “A Whole New World,” “Colors of the Wind,” and “Almost There.” Then, the performers will share some exclusive behind-the-scenes stories from their time on the stage and screen! How exciting!! ©D23 The concert will take place at 4:15PM on Sunday, September 11th. Remember, D23 Expo is taking place in Anaheim, California. We just found out about the panels, which will include Marvel and Lucasfilm sneak peeks, as well as a Disney Parks update. Bob Chapek ©Disney Ticket are available now, but many of them are sold out at the moment. But, don’t worry if you can’t attend the event — we’ll be at D23 Expo to give you ALL of the latest news, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to learn more about D23 Expo! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you going to D23 Expo this year? Tell us in the comments! The post Special CONCERT Announced for D23 Expo This Year! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The COVID-19 pandemic has continued to affect Disney Parks around the world. @Disney Not long ago, Disneyland Paris closed and later reopened, and Hong Kong Disneyland went through a similar closing and reopening process. Back in March, Shanghai Disney Resort closed due to COVID-19, and now we have an update. Shanghai Disney Resort announced today that part of the resort will be reopening very soon. The Wishing Star Park, the World of Disney Store, and Blue Sky Boulevard will reopen on June 10th, 2022. The Lakeshore Boat Rental service and the Disney Car and Coach Park will also reopen, but Shanghai Disneyland, Disneytown, and the two hotels will remain closed. ©Shanghai Disney Resort Each reopened location will have limited hours and capacity, with the Wishing Star Park open from 9AM to 5PM, the World of Disney Store open from 9AM to 7PM, and Blue Sky Boulevard open from 8AM to 7PM. The Disney Car and Coach Park will be open from 8AM to 8PM. The Disney Car and Coach Park will feature discounted rates prior to the official reopening of the full resort. @Disney Health and safety measures will be in place for all visiting guests and everyone will be required to provide their green Shanghai Health QR Code and a negative Nucleic Acid Test taken within a 72-hour window prior to entering Shanghai Disney. Temperature screening is required upon entry and all guests must wear masks both indoors and outside unless eating. Social distancing will also be required. ©ShanghaiDisneylandResort on Instagram In the U.S., Disney World and Disneyland Resorts are open and nearly back to pre-pandemic status, with a few remaining restaurants, locations, and entertainment still set to reopen. Keep reading DFB for more Disney Parks news! The new COVID-19 variant and Disney World: What you need to know. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever visited Shanghai Disney? Tell us in the comments! The post NEWS: Shanghai Disney Resort to Partially Reopen Soon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

One of the BIGGEST Disney events of the year is fast approaching — the 2022 D23 Expo! This event features exclusive panels and events, special merchandise collections, and huge announcements about some of Disney’s current and upcoming projects. ©D23 We already know quite a bit about this year’s event — we’ve seen a sneak peek at the merchandise, discovered that Walt Disney’s plane will be in attendance, and learned more about certain events, like the costume contest! But now, we’ve got more MAJOR news about the Expo. Take a look at the presentations that will be featured this year! The D23 Expo runs from September 9th through the 11th, 2022, in Anaheim, California. When tickets for the event went on sale earlier this year, many of the ticket categories sold out quickly — but there are still some tickets left, so hope is not lost! ©D23 Now, D23 has announced some of the biggest presentations that members will be able to watch at this year’s Expo! All of these presentations will take place in “Hall D23,” which has 6,900 seats and is located in Hall D of the Anaheim Convention Center. Friday, September 9th Disney100 Kick-Off Disney100 will kick off on the first day of the D23 Expo as The Walt Disney Company celebrates its 100-year anniversary. On Friday, September 9th, at 10:30AM there will be “an epic presentation that includes the Disney Legends Awards Ceremony, featuring Disney CEO Bob Chapek.” ©Disney || Bob Chapek Disney has said that, during the Legends Awards Ceremony, “legends will once again honor those visionaries and artists who have made significant contributions to the Disney legacy. Look for the names of the 2022 inductees to be announced in the coming weeks.” What’s On the Horizon for Disney Entertainment On Friday at 3:30PM, The Walt Disney Studios is going to give guests “new details, first looks, sneak peeks, surprises, and announcements” about Disney’s upcoming shows and movies. This includes projects from Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, and Disney Live Action. Pixar Logo ©Pixar | Disney Disney said that “studio heads, filmmakers, and cast members will come together onstage with the inside scoop on some of these studios’ most exciting titles.” Saturday, September 10th Marvel and Lucasfilm Sneak Peeks At 10AM on Saturday, September 10th, representatives from Marvel and Lucasfilm (in addition to filmmakers, celebrities, and some surprise guests) will share details about upcoming movies and shows. Bright suns from Galaxy’s Edge! D23 shared that guests will be able to go “behind the scenes of these studios’ highly anticipated films, specials, and series” and see “exclusive footage” as well as “be among the first to learn what’s in the works.” Disney Branded Television Previews Disney Branded Television will give guests a sneak peek at some original content coming to Disney+, Disney Channel, and Disney Junior. The presentation will take place on Saturday afternoon at 3:30PM. ©Disney The presentation will include an “exclusive showcase of upcoming content that will carry on the legacy of excellence in storytelling with a look at the new Disney+ Original series National Treasure, American Born Chinese, and The Santa Clause.” Sunday, September 11th Disney Parks Update At 10:30AM on September 11th, Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro will present to attendees about current and upcoming projects in the Disney parks. Josh D’Amaro, Head of Disney Parks and Resorts D23 describes this as “a look at Disney’s boundless future,” and guests can expect “announcements and updates on the magic happening around the world in parks, on the high seas, at home, and beyond, attendees will get a behind-the-scenes look at the big dreams of Disney Imagineers” Disney Princess — The Concert At 4:15PM on Sunday afternoon, there will be a special performance of Dinsey Princess — The Concert. This concert features Tony nominee Susan Egan (Broadway’s original ‘Belle’ in Beauty and the Beast, ‘Meg’ in Disney’s animated feature Hercules), Audience Award-nominee Isabelle McCalla (’Princess Jasmine’ in Aladdin, The Prom), Disney Channel star Anneliese van der Pol (That’s So Raven, Raven’s Home, Broadway’s final ‘Belle’ in Beauty and The Beast), and Broadway World Award–winner Syndee Winters (Broadway’s ‘Nala’ in The Lion King, Hamilton). Disney Princesses The cast will “perform favorite Disney Princess and Frozen songs, including classics such as ‘Part of Your World,’ ‘Let It Go,’ ‘A Whole New World,’ ‘Colors of the Wind’ and ‘Almost There.'” We can’t wait to learn more about what we’ll find at this year’s D23 Expo! Keep following DFB for more of the latest updates. Click here to learn MORE about the 2022 D23 Expo! 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 attending this year’s D23 Expo? Let us know in the comments. The post 2022 D23 EXPO Panels ANNOUNCED! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

On June 9th, one of the most versatile, celebrated and noisy Disney stars will observe a milestone. Although Walt Disney joked that he liked to celebrate Donald Duck’s birthday every Friday the 13th, the far more fortunate truth is that Donald’s debut is actually reckoned by the premiere date of his first screen appearance in […]View the full article

Like the Disney parks, The Walt Disney Company is constantly changing. We’ve seen several leadership changes in just the last few months, including additions to the metaverse team, a new spokesperson, and an executive who left after just months on the job. ©Disney | Walt Disney Company Headquarters Now, there’s been yet another adjustment involving one of the company’s top executives. According to The New York Times, The Walt Disney Company has fired its most senior television content executive, Peter Rice. Rice was part of the Disney General Entertainment Content, which was responsible for creating over 300 shows for Disney’s various platforms, including ABC, Disney+, Hulu, and more. Peter Rice | ©The New York Times This is a major change, as The Walt Disney Company has been putting a lot of emphasis on Disney+ and reaching the company’s lofty streaming goals. Rice was apparently fired due to “an ill fit with Disney’s corporate culture.” Walt Disney Company Logo ©Disney The New York Times reported that Bob Chapek fired Rice in a short meeting this week, despite the fact that Rice had renewed his contract with Disney in August and the contract ran through 2024. ©Disney || Bob Chapek Dana Walden — a chairwoman for entertainment with Walt Disney Television — is expected to replace Rice. We’ll continue to watch for more of the latest Disney news, so stay tuned with DFB. Click here to learn about what kinds of ads are coming to 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. The post Disney Fires Top TV Executive first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Thousands of children fighting critical illnesses have wished to visit the happiest places on earth – our Disney Parks. But occasionally, a child’s one true wish is to dig a little deeper and learn how the magic is made by the brilliant minds at Walt Disney Imagineering. Just last month, Make-A-Wish kid Bella’s one true wish came true – to meet a Disney Imagineer. View the full article

Disney is putting the spotlight on Moana just in time for summer! (How fitting?!) Moana A couple months ago, Moana got her own nuiMO plush, and more recently, her $130(!!!) doll was added to the Disney Designer Collection (which had us questioning how far we’d go for a Moana doll). And now, Disney World guests will be able to celebrate both Moana and summer with the resort’s new Magic Shots and PhotoPass Lens! Disney Parks Blog revealed that Disney World guests can partake in fun photo opportunities inspired by Moana! There’s a couple to choose from, like this Magic Shot with Hei Hei by the Tree of Life in Animal Kingdom! ©Disney The Hei Hei love doesn’t stop there, as you can grab the same Magic Shot over in Magic Kingdom! Just head over to the PhotoPass Studio at Sir Mickey’s to get this shot. ©Disney You can also grab an adorable Magic Shot with Pua near the entrance to Adventureland from Main Street, U.S.A.! Be sure to HAM it up (pun heavily intended). ©Disney And over at Disney Springs, stop by the PhotoPass Studio to capture a pic in front of Moana-inspired backdrops. You can take a a Magic Shot with Hei Hei and Maui’s Fish Hook, or show off your best wayfinder pose! The studio is open daily from Noon to 8PM, and reservations are not required! ©Disney And if you purchase Genie+ during your visit, try out this fun Disney PhotoPass Lens! It will have you looking like the next Chief of Motunui! ©Disney Those are all of the Moana-themed photo opportunities you can find at Disney World! If you’re curious about the Disney PhotoPass Lenses that are available with Genie+ check out our post showing off some of the lenses you can use! Or, if you’re curious about Genie+, check out our step-by-step guide for Genie+! Bon appétit! And, as always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news! Check Out the $130 Moana Designer 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. Have you ever taken a Magic Shot before? Let us know in the comments! The post The Perfect Disney Magic Shot Doesn't Exi-- first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Have you been keeping up with all the Star Wars news lately? Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Obi-Wan Kenobi has officially premiered on Disney+ and received rave reviews, plus we learned the news about The Mandalorian seasons three AND four! Not only that, but new Star Wars collectibles have recently dropped — including NEW Ewok Minnie Ears that are available in Disney World NOW! We are SO excited that the Ewok Minnie Ears are now available in Disney World! We first learned that these would be coming to the parks at the Star Wars Celebration event, and have been keeping an eye out ever since. EWOK EARS! We spotted them in Disneyland and you could even get them online for a bit before they sold out (they could restock, though!), but now they’ve been spotted in Magic Kingdom at the Emporium. We love these! Can we talk about how fluffy these are? They’re $39.99 and feature plush fabric on the ears, a velvet headband, and a big ol’ bow in the middle! Get them while you can! We don’t know how long these Ewok Ears will stick around in Magic Kingdom, so head on over if you’ve been waiting to get a pair. We’ll keep an eye out for these ears in any other Disney parks as well! Check Out Everything You Missed from the Star Wars Celebration 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 grabbing the new Ewok Minnie Ears? Let us know in the comments! The post This Is NOT a Drill! Ewok Minnie Ears Have Arrived in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you heard a scream back in May on Friday the 13th, it was probably us when the Scarlet Witch Ears sold out before we could even grab them. Wandavision ©Marvel Studios The ears sold out in mere SECONDS…how is that even possible?! But before you use the Darkhold to obtain your own pair — take a breath! You have another chance to grab your own pair, no dark magic required! The Scarlet Witch Ears are now in Disney World! We found the over in The Emporium in Magic Kingdom. They’re here! You can grab them (until they sell out) for $29.99. We think Wanda would like these These were SUPER popular in both Disneyland and online, so we don’t expect them to be around for too long, unless Disney has really prepared with a lot of stock! What do you think? Let’s take a closer look! They feature Scarlet Witch’s signature headpiece in her signature red color. We want more Marvel ears! On the side, the band says “I have everything under control.” Does she, though? The details are pretty cool! Close up Do note that the headpiece will hang down a little bit onto your forehead. They’re super unique They’re sure to have you feeling like a superhero (or villain?). How cool! We wouldn’t wait to grab these if you see them in Disney World, because we wouldn’t be surprised if they sold out fast! Get them before they’re gone! We’ll be on the lookout for these ears in other locations around Disney World. We LOVE We’re crossing our fingers that they’ll have more in stock than they did for the shopDisney release! Here’s to hoping you can grab ’em! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World merchandise news and updates. Click here to check out ANOTHER pair of Marvel ears coming soon! 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. Did you get to snag a pair during the shopDisney drop? Let us know in the comments! The post 🚨ALERT🚨Scarlet Witch Ears Are Now 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. Be it a cabinet in your kitchen that’s overflowing with Disney mugs or GIANT Disney playsets that your kiddos can’t get enough of — it can be hard to hide your Disney obsession at home. So much merch to choose from! Maybe you listen to Disney soundtracks to get through your workday or throw on your favorite Mickey Mouse shirt to put some pep in your step, sometimes it’s the little things that brighten up the day when you can’t head to Magic Kingdom to get your Mickey fix. And, summer is right around the corner which means that summer entertaining is on the way, too. Why not refresh and reset with 10 (!!) Disney kitchen upgrades you can get online right now?! Before we get into all the ways that you can spruce up your kitchen Disney-syle, we’re going to sweeten the deal. Right now you can use code “EXTRA15” at checkout to get 15% off EVERYTHING on shopDisney — but not for long! This deal is ONLY good June 8th and 9th, 2022 so it’s time to do some serious shopping and take your backyard barbecue to the next level! Even spoons need to rest from time to time. And now, yours can too thanks to this Winnie the Pooh Wooden Spoon Rest. ©shopDisney Luckily, Pooh Bear (and your utensils) won’t float away. You can get it for $14.99. Click Here to Buy the Winnie the Pooh Spoon Rest Impress your guests with this fancy Mickey Mouse and Friends Soap Dispenser. Mickey Soap It’s $19.99 and the foamy soap comes out in the shape of a Mickey head! Click Here to Buy the Mickey Mouse Soap Dispenser You might need an extra caffeine boost while you’re getting ready for that backyard barbecue, and this Starbucks 50th Anniversary Travel Mug will keep your coffee warm. ©shopDisney It’s available now for $34.99. Click Here to Buy the Starbucks Travel Mug Or, if you like a regular mug for your caffeine fix, check out this Disney Classic Movie Poster Mug for $14.99! ©shopDisney It features Alice in Wonderland, 101 Dalmations, Dumbo, and more! Click Here to Buy the Disney Movie Poster Mug Salsas, guacamole, queso, hummus — the dip possibilities are nearly endless thanks to this Mickey Mouse Blue Nesting Bowl Set. Nesting bowls It comes with ceramic bowls and is $39.99. Click Here to Buy the Mickey Nesting Bowls Not only is this Mickey Mouse Trivet functional, but it would also make a great piece of home decor when not in use! Mickey Mouse Home trivet You can get it for $21.99. Click Here to Buy the Mickey Mouse Home Trivet Keep your cookies fresh all summer long with this Mickey Mouse Cookie Jar for $29.99. ©shopDisney It’s ceramic and a little over ten inches tall — plenty of room for cookies. Click Here to Buy the Mickey Mouse Cookie Jar Cakes, pies, and pretty much anything else will look even better on top of this Tigger Cake Stand. ©shopDisney It’s ten inches wide and $44.99. Click Here to Buy the Tigger Cake Stand What better way to serve food than with Mickey Mouse Serving Utensils?! ©shopDisney The set comes with five different utensils and is $40.00. Click Here to Buy the Mickey Mouse 5 Piece Serving Set And, nothing screams “summer” like this adorable Stitch Plate Set! ©shopDisney It comes with four melamine plates — perfect for poolside snacks — and can be yours for $34.99. Click Here to Buy the Stitch Melamine Plate Set Of course, these aren’t the only Disney kitchen items available right now — there are PLENTY more. Just be warned, you might become the official host for the summer among friends and family And, don’t forget to use the discount code EXTRA15 when you’re stocking up to score 15% off at shopDisney.com on June 8th and 9th ONLY. Pssst — that code is good on all other shopDisney purchases too! Happy shopping friends, and stay tuned to DFB for more of the latest Disney deals! New ‘Star Wars’ Collectibles Have Arrived on shopDisney — Click HERE to See Them ALL! 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 summer 2022 Disney vacation? Let us know in the comments! The post 10 Disney Kitchen Upgrades You Can Get Online Right Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The big question: What is going ON with the Disney Dining Plan? Is it REALLY coming back? And, if it is, when can we expect to see it? Indoor Dining Room Stick with us to learn about the history, the downfall, and the future of this planning service, here on DFB Guide. Check out our video below on The TRUTH About The Disney Dining Plan. Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! 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 bizarre moment have you experienced in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post DFB Video: The TRUTH About the Disney Dining Plan first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you ready to blast off to infinity and beyond with Disney’s new film Lightyear?! ©Disney The movie premieres in theaters on June 17th, and you can check out the latest trailers and even pre-order your tickets now! We’ve seen Lightyear-themed snacks and of course, plenty of merchandise. And now it looks like there’s a NEW Buzz Lightyear item that will be arriving in Disneyland SOON! When it comes to certain Disney merchandise items, some are hands down better than others. We’ve already seen an Infinity Gauntlet drink holder, an Iron Man Infinity Gauntlet drink holder, and NOW, a Lightyear gauntlet is coming to Disneyland! For now, we don’t know when we might see the Lightyear Gauntlet fly its way into the park but you can be sure we’ll keep an eye out. Click Here to Read How You Can Get Tickets to Lightyear! Looking for something to watch while you’re cozy on the couch? Ms. Marvel is out on Disney+ now, and you can check out the trailer here. Obi-Wan Kenobi is the newest Star Wars series to premiere on Disney+, too — you can check out more here. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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 in the comments! The post You'll Be Able to DRINK Out of Buzz Lightyear's Hand in Disneyland (Yes, You Read That Right) first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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