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Your Disney World trip might be expensive enough as it is, but add on flight costs and you’re talking about some BIG expenses. Will you be flying to Disney World this summer? We’ve already covered why some flights might be cancelled this summer on a particular airline, how a deal could prevent some future cancellations from happening on another airline, and a look at some flight costs and why they’re so expensive. But if you’re flying to Disney World this July and wondering just how much that flight will cost you, we’ve crunched the numbers and have that answer right here! Our Method If you’ve read one of our average flight cost posts before then you’re likely familiar with our method. To all the newcomers, welcome! Let’s go through the basics of what we do here. First, we use a specific method to calculate our average flight costs. Specifically, we look at the average cost to fly to Orlando International Airport (MCO) from a number of airports within the United States on a set number of airlines. We can’t analyze all airlines and all airports for this post or we’d be here for quite a while. Just keep in mind that the airport you fly from or the airline you like to use might NOT be on here. Orlando International Airport For our July dates, we looked for a trip departing on Thursday, July 22nd, and returning on Monday, July 25th. Based on flights from JFK to MCO, these dates featured some prices that were on the higher side as well as some on the cheaper side, and they avoided the July 4th holiday weekend. Note that the price of your flight can vary a lot depending on when you choose to travel. Busy periods, holidays, and other things can all factor into flight cost. ©Google Flights We used Google Flights to get our flight prices, except for Southwest Airlines flights, for which we used the Southwest Airlines website. Note that this is just a view into what flight costs can be. Costs can change daily or even within a matter of hours! We only looked at basic ticket prices. Of course, flying and picking an airline to fly with can involve so much more than just the ticket cost. Things like being able to pick your seat, the number of included checked/carryon bags, and other factors can impact your decision. The right ticket or airline for you will depend on what you want! Orlando International Airport A few other notes: We looked at the combination of the least expensive departing flight and least expensive returning flight. We then did the same thing for the most expensive departing and most expensive returning flights. Our costs only feature the base cost. Tickets may be more expensive and feature taxes, fees, or other costs when you actually go to book. The times of these flights, layover situation, and other details might not work for you. For Southwest Airlines, we stuck to “Wanna Get Away” tickets when possible. The actual cost of the flight might vary once you go to book it on the flight’s website or a separate travel website. We only looked for flights that arrive on the same day as their departure (as much as possible). All prices are for 1 person. Alright, now let’s look at the prices! New York (JFK or LaGuardia) Southwest: Cheapest combination of flights: $276.06 from LGA (taxes and fees add an additional $67.90) Most expensive combination of flights: $533.73 round trip from LGA (taxes and fees add an additional $82.73) Delta: Cheapest combination of flights: $348 round trip from LGA Most expensive combination of flights: $2,534 round trip from JFK United: Cheapest combination of flights: $556 round trip from LGA Most expensive combination of flights: $1,288 round trip from LGA American Airlines: Cheapest combination of flights: $279 round trip from LGA (through jetBlue) Most expensive combination of flights: $971 round trip from JFK Spirit: Cheapest combination of flights: $206 round trip from LGA Most expensive combination of flights: $498 round trip from LGA Seats on Spirit Airlines Los Angeles (LAX) Southwest: Cheapest combination of flights: $980.24 round trip (taxes and fees are an additional $120.72) (we had to pick some tickets higher in price than the Wanna Get Away category since those would arrive on the next day) Most expensive combination of flights: $1,047.22 round trip (taxes and fees are an additional $130.24) (we again had to pick some tickets higher in price than the Wanna Get Away) Delta: Cheapest combination of flights: $827 round trip Most expensive combination of flights: $1,766 round trip United: Cheapest combination of flights: $845 round trip Most expensive combination of flights: $1,719 round trip American Airlines: Cheapest combination of flights: $841 round trip Most expensive combination of flights: $1,561 round trip Spirit: Cheapest combination of flights: $547 round trip Most expensive combination of flights: $906 round trip On the Airplane Chicago O’Hare (ORD) Southwest: Cheapest combination of flights: $316.06 round trip (taxes and fees are an additional $61.90) Most expensive combination of flights: $610.94 round trip (taxes and fees are an additional $93.02) Delta: Cheapest combination of flights: $728 round trip Most expensive combination of flights: $1,718 round trip United: Cheapest combination of flights: $495 round trip Most expensive combination of flights: $1,414 round trip American Airlines: Cheapest combination of flights: $411 round trip Most expensive combination of flights: $997 round trip Spirit: Cheapest combination of flights: $349 round trip Most expensive combination of flights: $545 round trip On the Airplane Dallas (Love Field – DAL, or Fort Worth – DFW) Southwest: Cheapest combination of flights: $305.83 round trip from DAL (taxes and fees are an additional $56.64) Most expensive combination of flights: $610.94 round trip from DAL (taxes and fees are an additional $84.02) Delta: Cheapest combination of flights: $578 round trip from DFW Most expensive combination of flights: $1,738 round trip from DFW United: Cheapest combination of flights: $694 round trip from DFW Most expensive combination of flights: $1,404 round trip from DFW American Airlines: Cheapest combination of flights: $420 round trip from DFW Most expensive combination of flights: $1,085 round trip from DFW Spirit: Cheapest combination of flights: $388 round trip from DFW Most expensive combination of flights: $490 round trip from DFW Mickey and Minnie Showing Off the 50th Anniversary Southwest Plane Atlanta (ATL) Southwest: Cheapest combination of flights: $175.60 round trip (taxes and fees are an additional $42.37) Most expensive combination of flights: $360.71 round trip (taxes and fees are an additional $74.25) Delta: Cheapest combination of flights: $259 round trip Most expensive combination of flights: $558 round trip United: Cheapest combination of flights: $752 round trip Most expensive combination of flights: $1,365 round trip American Airlines: Cheapest combination of flights: $508 round trip Most expensive combination of flights: $1,037 round trip Spirit: Cheapest combination of flights: $168 round trip Most expensive combination of flights: $467 round trip Always double-check your flight information! Denver (DEN) Southwest: Cheapest combination of flights: $465.83 round trip (taxes and fees are an additional $73.14) Most expensive combination of flights: $725.36 round trip (taxes and fees are an additional $106.10) Delta: Cheapest combination of flights: $708 round trip Most expensive combination of flights: $2,689 round trip United: Cheapest combination of flights: $635 round trip Most expensive combination of flights: $1,349 round trip American Airlines: Cheapest combination of flights: $743 round trip Most expensive combination of flights: $1,548 round trip Spirit: Cheapest combination of flights: Neither Google Flights nor the Spirit Airlines website would show us any flights for this specific trip. Most expensive combination of flights: Neither Google Flights nor the Spirit Airlines website would show us any flights for this specific trip. Ready to Fly? Overall, the average price to fly to Disney World in July of 2022 (using our specific method) ranged from about $510.50 on the cheaper side, up to about $1,156.41 in terms of the more expensive options. That’s significantly more expensive than the costs we saw for May, but very close (within just a few dollars) of the flight costs for June. Note that sometimes a notification did pop up on Google to say that the flight costs were “high” for some of the trips at this time, so things could be lower in the future. ©Google Flights Also, as the situation with fuel prices develops, we could see further changes to flight costs. Keep in mind that these are just averages and the actual cost of your flight could be very different. But hopefully these averages help you get a sense for what your flight may cost. What Now? You’re looking ahead and seeing your flight is going to cost more than you thought — what now? Well there are a number of things you can do. You could keep watching the flight costs (either through a service like Google or applications like Hopper), to see what the costs are like and how things may change. Google also shows a price graph that’ll tell you average prices for flights on other dates. You could use this to potentially shift the dates of your trip to dates that are expected to be priced lower. ©Google Flights You could consider utilizing credit card travel points (if you have any) to cover some of those flight costs, or adjust your budget or plans to make room for the higher flight costs. That might mean staying at a value resort instead of a deluxe or moderate resort, but if it helps you get to Disney World and afford the flights, then it might be worth the change! The key here is just to be aware of what the costs will be so you can shift and adjust your plans as needed. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT And remember that you don’t have to plan your Disney World trip all by yourself. Our friends at Small World Vacations can help you plan the Disney World vacation you’ve always dreamed of. They have years of experience booking Disney World trips, and their services are totally FREE! We’ll be sure to look for more updates about travel costs and other Disney news ahead of your next trip, so check back with us for all of the latest updates. Click here to see the 5 BEST airport lounges in the U.S. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you flying to Disney World in July? Tell us in the comments! The post The Average Cost to Fly to Disney World in July 2022 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Whew, it’s been a busy month in Disney World! Magic Kingdom! From the booth announcements for the 2022 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival to the coming opening of 2023 Walt Disney World vacation bookings, we’ve got a lot coming at us. But, there’s some news we DIDN’T see coming! Here are the three most unexpected things that happened at Disney World last month! Genie+ Changes Around mid-month, Disney announced a few little updates to the Genie+ service that certainly surprised us! Genie+ is the resort’s skip-the-line offering that lets guests pay $15 per person per day to skip the lines at many of the attractions in Disney World. Expedition Everest The service has seen a few changes since it launched last year but perhaps the BIGGEST was announced this month. Starting on June 8th, you will ONLY be able to buy Disney Genie+ on the DAY OF your visit to the parks. You will no longer be able to buy the service pre-arrival as a ticket add-on for dates remaining in 2022 and in 2023. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Additionally, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure in EPCOT had an unexpected announced change as well. From May 31st to August 7th, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure will no longer be an Individual Attraction Selection and instead will be an option with Genie+. Click here to learn more about the Disney Genie CHANGE! EPCOT Updates The Remy update wasn’t the only surprise from EPCOT either. In fact, we got one of the first MAJOR EPCOT Transformation updates in a long time! Early in the month, Disney shared a first look at the Moana Journey of Water attraction coming to the park and they revealed the new gardens and festival areas that are coming to World Celebration. Journey of Water Concept Art © Disney EPCOT is set to get CommuniCore Plaza and CommuniCore Hall — areas designed with festivals in mind that will host a wide variety of experiences involving food demonstrations, live music, and an art gallery space. ©Disney Within CommuniCore Hall, there will even be a new permanent character meet and greet location called “Mickey and Friends!” We were pretty happy to be surprised with such big news. Want to learn more about the new areas? Click here! Accidental MagicBand+ Release Finally, the beginning of the month surprised us with an accidental release from Disney. We spotted the new MagicBand+ in stores at the beginning of May — before Disney was ready to release them and the new features were ready. MagicBand+ The new iteration of MagicBands will feature interactive elements that react with different parts of the theme parks. The bands are set to be released at a later date, so it was certainly a surprise to find them early! When we purchased our band it was $29.99, but remember, prices could change when they are actually released. These bands also look and feel a bit different and can be recharged! To see more about MagicBand+, click here! As you can see, there were certainly a few surprises in May! But, hey, Disney World sure does like to keep us on our toes! We’re expecting more news drops in June and we can’t wait to see what the summer has in store in terms of unexpected news drops! As always, keep an eye on DFB so you don’t miss ANY of that surprising news. And don’t forget that the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival is coming up soon. Check out everything that has been released about the festival for 2022 below! Click here to learn more about this year’s EPCOT Food and Wine Festival! 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 surprised you last month in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post The 3 Most UNEXPECTED Things That Happened in Disney World in May first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

In a spinoff of Disney’s popular “I’m Going to Disney World’’ Super Bowl campaign, ESPN and Walt Disney World Resort partnered to feature several Special Olympics USA Games athletes in a national commercial airing on ESPN and social media sites around the country this week. View the full article

Dad jokes, secret society artifacts, and adventurous eats. Skipper Canteen This Magic Kingdom restaurant serves up more than just atypical theme park food. It also serves mysteries – starting with the BIGGEST one I’ll be uncovering today: Is Skipper Canteen WORTH your precious time and hard-earned doubloons? Let’s find out. Check out our video below on Disney World’s Most MYSTERIOUS Restaurant. 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! Stay tuned for more Disney news and 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’s your best tip for other guests visiting EPCOT? Tell us in the comments! The post DFB Video: Disney World's Most MYSTERIOUS Restaurant -- Jungle Navigation Co. LTD Skipper Canteen first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Your snack decisions are about to get tougher in Disney World. We love Hollywood Studios! There are already tons of eats to pick from during your vacation. Do you go for the green or blue milk in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge?Totchos or a grilled cheese from Woody’s Lunch Box? And don’t even get us started on desserts! Well, if you’re heading to Disney’s Hollywood Studios this summer, you’ll have even MORE eats to pick from. Disney has announced that tons of NEW eats are coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios soon. Let’s break them all down here! Disney’s Sci-Fine Dine-In Theatre Restaurant At Sci-Fi Dine-In there will be a number of new eats starting June 2nd. The new food will include: Sci-fi Smoked Wings — tossed in a porter barbecue sauce with a house-made pineapple and poppy seed coleslaw; Spinach and Artichoke Dip — a plant-based blend of spinach, artichoke, red peppers, cauliflower, cashew cheese, and oat milk served with house-made chips; Black Garlic Caesar Salad — a petite romaine, grilled hearts of artichoke, chopped Applewood smoked bacon, shaved parmesan covered with house-made black garlic Caesar dressing and served with a tasty, toasted crostini; and Grilled Chicken Citrus Salad — features romaine lettuce, spinach, and arugula with rainbow tomatoes, candied pecans, cranberries, and feta cheese topped with a house-made citrus vinaigrette and grilled marinated chicken. ©Disney There will also be some special burgers on the menu including: the new Feature Film Burger – Surf & Turf which will feature “a signature blend of beef and house-made seasoning served on a brioche bun and topped with a shrimp and crab cake, pepper jack cheese, chipotle hollandaise sauce, grilled onions, heirloom tomato, arugula, and house-made vinaigrette.” ©Disney Additionally, the Pork on Pork Burger (which we’ve had as a featured item before) now has a permanent spot on the menu. This burger is made with a grilled house-made pork patty topped with roasted pork belly, white sharp cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, cabbage slaw, and a house-made Carolina mustard sauce. The Feature Film Burger Dessert is also getting a revamp here. The new dessert menu items will include: The Red Planet — a white chocolate cheesecake with blueberry compote on a graham cracker tart with a matcha sponge and gold candied pecans; and The Out-of-this-World Sci-Fi Swirl — a dish that features a pineapple mousse with passion fruit cosmic swirl and a spiced lime spaceship garnished with space dust and blood orange coulis. ©Disney And there are other changes on the way too! 50’s Prime Time Cafe At 50’s Prime Time Cafe there will be new plates beginning June 7th, including: Jalapeño Popper Deviled Eggs; and The Creamy Tomato Soup. And Grandpa Jean’s Chicken Pot Pie will be making its official return to the restaurant on this date as well! This dish features a traditional pastry crust filled with chicken, potatoes, carrots, celery, onions, corn, and peas. We’ve had a chicken pot pie here in the past, though it’s generally been called Grandma’s Chicken Pot Pie and featured some slightly different items. Grandma’s Chicken Pot Pie In terms of desserts, 50’s Prime Time Cafe will get some new additions including: Pineapple Upside Down Cake — features yellow cake soaked in pineapple juice topped with caramelized pineapples and maraschino cherries and garnished with whip cream and caramel sauce; Lemon Meringue Pie — a lemon curd in a flaky pie shell topped with a toasted meringue and garnished with a raspberry sauce; Grasshopper Bar — a mint white chocolate mousse with chocolate chips on a chocolate chip cookie, topped with whip cream and chocolate chips; and The Stained Glass Dessert — made for the little ones and features a whipped pineapple fluff studded with cubes of strawberry, lime, and orange gelatin to look like stained glass. ©Disney And the fun continues with more sweet treats! Hollywood Scoops At Hollywood Scoops starting June 1st, guests will get to grab a new Key Lime Milkshake. This will feature a Key lime vanilla cream shake topped with lemon lime doughnut garnished with a sweet graham cracker crumb. ©Disney And there’s just one more spot on our list with new items! Kat Saka’s Kettle At Kat Saka’s Kettle in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge fans will FINALLY get to taste the Cold Brew Black Caf which has been over at Disneyland’s Galaxy’s Edge for quite some time now! The Cold Brew Black Caf features Joffrey’s Cold Brew, sweet cream cheese, and cocoa puffs. YUM Guests will also be able to get a Spiked Cold Brew Black Caf, which features one additional ingredient — Godiva liqueur. ©Disney And that’s a look at the new treats coming soon to Disney’s Hollywood Studios! We’ll keep an eye out for more new treats so stay tuned for the latest updates. To see some of the newest treats that are coming to Disney World this summer (including an Encanto Dole Whip cone!) click here. Click here to see the big menu changes that have hit Disney World value hotels. 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 new or returning treats would you like to try? Tell us in the comments! The post 14 NEW Eats Coming Soon to Disney’s Hollywood Studios 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. Attention shoppers! It’s time to save some money! We love Disney merchandise! If you’ve missed out on new merchandise in the Disney parks like collectibles, ears, and Starbucks tumblers, never fear! We’re always on the lookout for the latest deals and discounts on shopDisney, Amazon, and beyond. So let’s dive into the best Disney deals on Amazon this week! Up first, let’s check out the Minnie Mouse Vitrelle Dinnerware Plate Set! The set comes with 4 plates — 2 with “Minnie Style” around the outside edge and 2 with a painted Minnie Mouse look. ©Amazon The plate set is usually $25.26, but you can snag it now 32% off at $17.19. The plates are resistant to chips and cracks AND they’re dishwasher safe! Buy the adorable Minnie Mouse Plate Set here! We just got back from the Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim where we learned a lot about new merchandise, upcoming movies and shows, and new characters coming to the theme parks! That’s why we were so excited to see this Yoda Best Dad T-Shirt on sale on Amazon! ©Amazon Instead of paying $22.99, you’ll only pay $19.54. Now is the time to grab those Father’s Day gifts — the holiday will sneak up on you! Need a Father’s Day Gift? Grab This Star Wars Yoda Shirt Now! If you’re in need of a new game for game night, check out the Something Wild! Disney Card Game! This is an easy-to-learn game where you play colored and numbered character cards to create sets and runs. Sounds pretty fun! ©Amazon There are several versions of this game with different characters, however the Mickey and Friends version is on sale for $6.88 instead of the usual $8.99. Want to Play the Something Wild! Card Game? Buy It Here! Next up on the list are these Star Wars Men’s No-Show Socks. The socks show off everything from Darth Vader to Storm Troopers to AT-ATs! ©Amazon These socks fit men’s sock sizes 10-13 and shoe sizes 6.5-12.5. This set of 5 usually costs $10.99, but you’ll only spend $8.40 if you buy them now! Click here to buy the Star Wars Socks! You can never have too many Disney tumblers, right? RIGHT? Well, you’ll want to make room in your cupboard when you see the Zak Disney Minnie Mouse Travel Tumbler! ©Amazon You’ll save 10% on this tumbler — it’s currently $19.35 instead of $21.44. Add This Disney Tumbler to Your Collection By Clicking Here! If you’re in need of a new desk chair, you’re in luck! We found the Minnie Mouse Swivel Mesh Rolling Desk Chair for 27% off! ©Amazon The seat is covered in white polka dots and the mesh features Minnie Mouse and her iconic bow! Instead of $87.99, the chair is currently $64. You Can Buy the Minnie Mouse Desk Chair Here! Calling all Disney Princess fans! These Disney Princess Sterling Silver Crown Trim Earrings were made for you! ©Amazon These stud earrings are the perfect accessory to any outfit and the crown trim around the edge is simply adorable! The earrings are on sale for $36.47. The Disney Princess Crown Earrings Are Available Here! That wraps up the best Disney deals on Amazon this week! Take advantage of these deals while you still can — some of these items are already going quickly! We’ll continue to be on the lookout for the best deals and discounts, so stay tuned for more. ALL of the Disney World 50th Anniversary Merchandise You Can Buy Online Right Now! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What is your favorite Disney deal this week? Let us know in the comments! The post 7 Disney Amazon Deals to Start Your Week Off Right! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We know that Disney Genie+ can be confusing for many, which is why we try to do our best to keep you updated on all the changes that happen with it! Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Most attractions found throughout Disney World offer the option of skipping the line as a part of Disney Genie+, but some are Individual Attraction Selections, meaning you pay more for those rides apart from Genie+. One EPCOT ride is making the switch from Individual Attraction Selection to being a part of Disney Genie+! Starting today, May 31st, 2022, Remy’s will no longer be an Individual Attraction Selection/pay-per-ride attraction and will be included in the regular Disney Genie+ $15 per day, per person price tag. Remy’s We checked the My Disney Experience app, and sure enough, Remy’s is available as a regular Genie+ Lightning Lane instead of its normal Individual Attraction Selection status. ©Disney Not only that, but within 2 minutes of Lightning Lane passes being available for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, the return time was already after 5PM, and by 7:05AM all return times were booked! ©Disney Keep in mind that if you continue to refresh and check the page, return times may pop back up. After a few minutes of refreshing we saw another return time for Remy’s come available, so you might luck out. ©Disney This change is expected to last until August 7th, 2022. We have seen Disney occasionally extend how long an IAS is available with regular Genie+, so we’ll let you know of any changes. Don’t forget to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news and more! Become a master of Disney Genie+ by reading here! All About Disney Genie, Genie+, and Individual Attraction Selection READ THIS Before Using the New Genie Planning Tool in Disney World Check Out the FULL List of Rides Included With Genie+ in Disney World See What Rides You Can Pay EXTRA for in Disney World & How Much They May Cost Learn What Rides Are Included With Genie+ in Disneyland (Plus the Ones You’ll Pay EXTRA to Ride) You CAN’T Re-Ride Disney World Attractions With Genie+ You CAN’T Cancel Pay-Per-Ride Selections in Disney World Get the Answers to All of Your Burning Questions About Disney Genie See Why You May Want to Stay in a Disney World Hotel When it Comes to Disney’s Pay-Per-Ride System Here’s What Annual Passholders and Magic Key Holders Need to Know About Genie+ See 5 Ways Genie+ Might Surprise You Learn Some Disney Genie HACKS Get a Step-by-Step Guide to Using Disney Genie+ See Genie+ Tips for the Most Crowded Days in Disney World and Disneyland Still Confused About Disney Genie? Check Out These DFB Videos Learn About How Disney Genie Can Be Your Personal Assistant in Disney World Click HERE to See More About Disney Genie Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Are you excited about this change, or would you prefer for Remy’s to stay a pay-per-ride attraction? Let us know below! The post Remy's Ratatouille Adventure in EPCOT Now Available on Genie+ first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you a fan of Disney’s live action adaptations of its classic films? The Lion King, Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, and more have all been received the live action treatment, but now a new film is on its way. ©Disney Some time ago, Disney announced that Pinocchio would be adapted into a live action film for Disney+ and we got a first look at Tom Hanks in this film. Now a trailer for the movie has been shared! Check out the new trailer for Pinocchio below! The live action film will be an adaptation of the classic 1940 Disney animated film and (as you can see above) will star Tom Hanks as Geppetto. ©Disney The film will be released on Disney+ on September 8th, 2022. Will you be glued to your screen on this day to check out this new film? Tell us in the comments! For more Disney streaming news, click here to see the latest updates on The Mandalorian season 3, and click here to see everything coming to Disney+ this June. Click here to see the latest update on Disney+ subscriber numbers Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited for this new film? Tell us in the comments! The post VIDEO: Watch the New Trailer for Disney's Live-Action 'Pinocchio' first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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For many guests, a trip to Disney World just isn’t complete without a stop in Magic Kingdom. We love Magic Kingdom! There are so many snacks to try, lots of merchandise to check out, and rides to experience, so we totally get it! But there are also some pretty awesome shows and parades in Magic Kingdom, and three shows will be changing their times very soon! Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire is a show that happens right in front of Cinderella Castle multiple times a day. Currently, you can catch the show at 1:05PM, 2:15PM, 4:30PM, 5:35PM, and 7PM, and that’s how times stay through June 4th. ©Disney However, starting on June 5th, showtimes will be 12:50PM, 2PM, 4PM, 5:35PM and 7PM! ©Disney If you’re a fan of hearing a wonderful quartet sing in the park, The Dapper Dans‘ showtimes are changing as well! Currently, you can catch their show at 9:05AM, 9:55AM,10:35AM, 11:20AM, 1:05PM, 2:15PM, and 4:05PM, and that continues through June 4th. ©Disney Starting June 5th however, you can catch them at 9:05AM, 9:55AM, 10:35AM, 11:20AM, 12:50PM, 1:50PM, and 3:40PM. The changes affect those last 3 showtimes. ©Disney If you’re a fan of Disney’s Cavalcades, then it’s important to note that the times for Mickey’s Celebration Cavalcade are changing as well. Right now you can catch it at 10:45AM, 12:40PM, 1:50PM, 3:40PM, and 6:10PM. This again continues through June 4th. ©Disney On and after June 5th, you can see it at 10:45AM, 1:30PM, 4:30PM, and 6:10PM. ©Disney Showtimes can change frequently in the Disney parks, so we suggest you check your My Disney Experience app on the day of your visit for the most up-to-date show information. For a full list of showtimes in Magic Kingdom, click here. Click here to see what OTHER Disney World show has recently changed! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info See Photos & Reviews of All of Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Eats and Treats Check Out All of the 50th Anniversary Merchandise You Can Get Online Get a Look at Some of the 50th Anniversary Merchandise You Can Get in the Parks Click Here to See the 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Our 50 Pieces of Advice for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Click Here to See the Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary from Home See the New 50th Anniversary Nighttime Looks for All 4 of Disney World’s Park Icons Check Out Our 50th Anniversary Cupcake Crawl Click Here to See Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in Magic Kingdom See Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in EPCOT Check Out Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in Hollywood Studios See Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in Animal Kingdom Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What’s your favorite Disney World show? Let us know below! The post Showtimes CHANGING for 3 Magic Kingdom Shows This Summer first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you don’t have a park ticket, one of the BEST places to spend your day in Disney World is at Disney Springs! Disney Springs This shopping and dining complex is home to some of the best food, dozens of merchandise stores with unique souvenirs, and all kinds of snacks that you can only find here. But if you haven’t been in a few days, things have changed! So today, we’re sharing everything that’s new in Disney Springs. Disney Springs Food Updates D-Luxe Burger Over at D-Luxe Burger, the menu got a little revamp this past week! No new burgers arrived, but the chefs there were working on upgrading the current items on the menu. The ultimate goal is to have the BEST burgers in Orlando! Changes have come to D-Luxe Burger We reviewed two items that were updated, and though they’re probably not the best in Orlando, they’re certainly improved from what we’ve had there in the past. If you haven’t been in a while, stop by and give them a try! Click Here to See Our Review of the Updated Menu! Amorette’s Patisserie Also new in the food realm of Disney Springs is the Blue Obi-Wan Lightsaber Éclair, which was $8. It’s made with butterfly pea flower blue icing, rock candy, and a white chocolate lightsaber. The Lightsaber Eclair Unfortunately, we were a tad underwhelmed by this one. The eclair itself wasn’t bad, but the filling left a lot to be desired and the size wasn’t as big as we were hoping for the price. Bummer! Click Here for Our Full Review of the Eclair! Disney Springs Merchandise Updates Super Hero Headquarters Let’s start out our merchandise roundup at Super Hero Headquarters, where there’s a new line of Ms. Marvel-themed merch in honor of the upcoming Disney+ series of the same name. First of all, there’s a new dress (that we also spotted in the dress shop at Marketplace Co-op) for $128. Ms. Marvel Dress If you want an edgier look, try the Ms. Marvel Faux Leather Jacket instead — we love that red, blue, and gold color scheme! It’s available for $74.99. Ms. Marvel Jacket And it wouldn’t be a new collection without a backpack…or two! The first bag is a Loungefly for $85… Loungefly Backpack …and the second is a smaller red backpack for $34.99. This one feels very comic book-esque! Another backpack! There are new items for the kiddos as well. We spotted a kids’ jacket for $46.99. It has some of the same patches as the red backpack! Jacket for kids There’s also a sweatsuit set for little ones, how cute! You can grab this for $36.99. A cozy set for the kiddos! And last but not least, we’ve got a Ms. Marvel hat for $29.99. A new hat to match all the other merch. Ms. Marvel premieres exclusively on Disney+ on June 8th. We can’t wait to watch it and see what it’s all about! Click Here for Everything Coming to Disney+ in June! World of Disney World of Disney was home to a bunch of new items as well this week! There’s plenty of new Star Wars merchandise, starting with new Obi-Wan Kenobi-inspired shirts. The first one is a classic shot of the fan-favorite Jedi for $36.99. Obi-Wan Shirt Or, if you’re a fan of the dark side, you could get the Darth Vader tee instead. It’s also $36.99 and features stills of Vader’s mask and his famous duel with Obi-Wan. Darth Vader Shirt In addition to the shirts, there’s a new Vader backpack. We first got a glimpse of this one when the merchandise was announced for Star Wars Celebration last week. You can grab it in-store for $75. We love the backpack! But that isn’t all the Star Wars merch! We got other new tees as well, like this Luke Skywalker Ultra Violet one… Luke Skywalker Tee …the Ultra Violet Star Wars Speeder shirt… A speeder tee, that’s unique! …and one inspired by the Death Star! Each of these can be found in Disney World’s biggest gift shop for $36.99. Who doesn’t love a good Death Star shirt? And if you want something for those winter months, grab the Darth Vader Long-Sleeve Shirt while you’re at it! This one is $64.99, but it’ll keep you warm with the fire of Mustafarian rage. Darth Vader Hoodie Moving away from Star Wars, we got a new Turning Red doll set inspired by Pixar’s newest film. The Meilin Lee doll transforms into the Red Panda version of herself and even comes with a bonus outfit! You can get it all for $34.99. Turning Red Doll Set And even though we’re several months into the celebration, we’re not done with the 50th Anniversary merchandise yet! A new crossbody bag landed in the store this week for $29.99. 50th Anniversary Crossbody Finally, there are two new Loungefly items with a brand-new Disney Park characters pattern! You can get the Loungefly Wallet for $50… The Loungefly Wallet …or you can grab the matching backpack for $75. IF you’re feeling fancy, why not go ahead and get the set?! You’re on vacation — treat yourself! The Loungefly Backpack We love this fun cartoon pattern — it has some of our favorite characters from classic Disney rides and attractions. Wouldn’t it be fun to get some ears to match?! Click Here for ALL the 50th Anniversary Merchandise You Can Buy Online! That’s everything new we spotted in Disney Springs, but for all the tips on where to shop, dine, and explore during your next visit to this unique part of Disney World, stay tuned to DFB. We’ve got years of advice and experience to share! We’ve Eaten at Every Disney Springs Restaurant — These Were the Best! 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 is your next visit to Disney Springs? Tell us in the comments! The post What’s New in Disney Springs: Menu CHANGES and 50th Anniversary Merchandise first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Father’s Day will be upon us before we know it! Don’t fight with your dad on Father’s Day! ©Disney And thanks to Star Wars Celebration 2022, we’ve had Star Wars on the brain! Celebration brought us TONS of Star Wars news — from new characters in Galaxy’s Edge, to new NFTs. But now Disney is bringing the two together — Father’s Day and Star Wars — to create the ultimate gift for your Disney-loving Dad! Earlier today while we were checking out the parks, we found this NEW Star Wars Father’s Day MagicBand in Disney World! New “Star Wars” Father’s Day MagicBand! This Limited Edition MagicBand has Darth Vader on one side… Darth Vader! …and the phrase “Best Dad in the Galaxy” on the other! How sweet! Best Dad in the Galaxy! What do you think — is Darth Vader truly the best dad in the galaxy? Or are you more of a Dadalorian fan? Regardless of your vote there, if you’ve got a dad who is a Star Wars fan and you want to show him that he is the Best Dad in the Galaxy, this could be a great buy! Plus it’s a limited edition item, so it can be a great piece for Dad’s collection! MagicBand Box We found this MagicBand in The Darkroom in Disney’s Hollywood Studios for $39.99. We haven’t seen this particular MagicBand on shopDisney just yet, but be sure to check there in the upcoming days and weeks to see if it gets added to the online store. MagicBand Box Not making it out to Disney World this year and still looking for a Disney gift for your dad? Check out our post about some Father’s Day gifts you can get online (note that some might no longer be available), and look at some printable Disney coupons you could gift for FREE! Check out ALL of the biggest Star Wars news from Celebration 2022 Want MORE Details About Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge? Click HERE for All the News and Details for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge — Including Our REVIEWS! See How to Build Your Own Droid at Droid Depot Dream of Building Your Own Custom Lightsaber? See How to Do It! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance! Get Full Details About Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run See More About Oga’s Cantina and Check Out Our Reviews! PHOTO TOUR: Don-Okdar's Den of Antiquities Check Out Galaxy’s Edge Tips and SECRETS Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge news right in your inbox! Click Here to Subscribe! What are you planning to get your father/father figure in your life for Father’s Day? Let us know in the comments below! The post PHOTOS: A NEW Limited Edition Disney World MagicBand Can Now Be Yours! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Jambo, everyone (that means hello, if you didn’t know)! Tree of Life in Animal Kingdom We go to the Disney World parks every day, and today we’re bringing you latest updates in construction, merchandise, and food from Disney’s wildest theme park — Animal Kingdom! Animal Kingdom Food Updates Zuri’s Sweets Shop Zuri’s Sweets Shop is ready for summer with a bunch of returning strawberry treats! There’s the Strawberry Mickey Rice Krispie Treat… Strawberry Mickey Rice Cereal Treat …and the large Strawberry Mickey Cookie. Strawberry Mickey Cookie Both of these treats are $5.49. These treats were good, but we think there are better options if you’re looking for a snack in Animal Kingdom. Click here to read our full review of the Strawberry Treats at Zuri’s Sweets Shop! Animal Kingdom Construction Updates Parking Trams Perhaps the biggest news to come out of Animal Kingdom this week is that the parking trams have finally returned! Parking Trams are BACK at Animal Kingdom! That’s right, you no longer need to walk through the parking lot to get to your car anymore, the tram will pick you up and take you to the front of the park and vice versa. Click here to see our full post about the return of the trams! KiteTails CHANGES Disney recently announced that the way we watch KiteTails would be changing, and when we were in Animal Kingdom recently, we noticed that the signage around the KiteTails amphitheater has been taken down. Baloo The show is being changed so that it can be viewed from all around Discovery River and shows will happen more frequently throughout the day. Click here to see what has CHANGED about KiteTails! Finding Nemo Show Another change that’s coming to Animal Kingdom is the updated Finding Nemo show. The new show, Finding Nemo: The Big, Blue… and Beyond! is replacing Finding Nemo: The Musical and we noticed a change to the show’s home, the Theater in the Wild. The show’s poster is covered up! There’s currently canvas covering up the place where there’s usually a sign for whatever show is performing there. We expect this will become home to a new poster for the updated show. Click here to get a FIRST LOOK at the reimagined Finding Nemo show! Animal Kingdom Merchandise Updates Island Mercantile Over at Island Mercantile, we noticed a button-up from the Vault Collection. Vault Collection Button-Up This shirt is white and features some of the classic Disney characters like Mickey and Goofy, along with the Walt Disney World logo. It also has a pocket that says “Walt Disney World” and “71,” which is a reference to 1971, the year Disney World opened. This shirt is available for $59.99. Windtraders Pandora just celebrated its 5th anniversary in Disney World, and there’s tons of merchandise in Windtraders to celebrate. We got a peek at some of the items that will be coming as part of this celebration (including a candle!) not long ago. First up are a ton of PINS! These pins say “5 Years on Pandora The World of Avatar” and are meant to look like Pandora during the night and during the day. The Pandora during the day pin is $17.99 and the Pandora at nighttime pin is $19.99. 5th Anniversary Pandora Night and Day pins If you’re a fan of the woodsprite scene in Flight of Passage (it really is one of the best), then you’ll want to see this Woodsprite Pin for $19.99. It is a limited edition pin, and one of only 3,000! Woodsprite Pin We also spotted this tumbler for $22.99. It has the same design as one of the pins above. Tumbler We saw this Pandora PopSocket for $19.99. It features the iconic Pandora floating mountains. Pandora PopSocket And finally, we saw a couple of magnets! There’s a Banshee magnet for $9.99… Banshee Magnet …and this 5 Years on Pandora Magnet, also for $9.99! 5 Years on Pandora And that’s what’s new in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! As always, make sure to keep reading DFB for all the latest Disney news and updates from the parks! Click here for the 4 Best Things to Do in Disney World in June! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What is your favorite thing to do in Animal Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post What’s New in Animal Kingdom: 50th Anniversary Show CHANGES and the Return of Parking Lot Trams first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve seen a LOT of Star Wars news released recently. We got more information about the release of season three of The Mandalorian, a sneak peek at new merchandise coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and even seen new characters roaming around Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland! Boba Fett If that’s still not enough Star Wars for you, then you need to check out the new Star Wars cars (yes, cars) from Volkswagen! Volkswagen has partnered up with designers at Lucasfilm to create two new vehicles inspired by the new Disney+ show Obi-Wan Kenobi. Volkswagen debuted these new designs as part of Star Wars Celebration 2022. The vehicle used is the ID. Buzz, which is a Volkswagen vehicle that is currently only available for the European market with an American release coming in 2023. ©Volkswagen Volkswagen released two Star Wars versions of the car: The Light Side and The Dark Side. These are one-of-a-kind showcars that were created in collaboration with Lucasfilm. ©Volkswagen The Dark Side relies heavily on black and red in its style, mixing a matte black color on part of the car with a shiny black color on the lower area. There are also red designs throughout that truly pop against that black background. ©Volkswagen It even has red underbody lighting to really make it stand out and special rims. ©Volkswagen The Light Side car features white and blue all over the vehicle. The shiny chrome on part of the car represents the droids and spaceships from Star Wars, while the blue line represents Obi-Wan’s lightsaber. The decal on the back windows of the Light Side cars is the the symbol for the Jedi Order. ©Volkswagen And there are, again, some special rims! ©Volkswagen “In close collaboration with Lucasfilm, we combine the timeless and functional design of the ID. Buzz with the fascinatingly detailed world of Obi-Wan Kenobi,” said Jozef Kabaň, Head of Design for Volkswagen. Kabaň also said the new vehicles are bringing together two icons: Star Wars and the VW Bus. Currently, the ID. Buzz and ID. Buzz Cargo are only available on the European market, but will be coming to the United States in 2023. In the meantime, make sure to keep reading DFB for all the latest Star Wars news and information! Click here to see your guide to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge 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 do you think of the Star Wars collaboration with Volkswagen? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: The Disney Collaboration You Were NOT Expecting first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s another holiday at Disney and you know what that means — CROWDS! How Crowded Is It? Oftentimes, long weekends, school breaks, and holiday seasons like Halloween and Christmas can be jam-packed in the parks. We’ve seen some decent Memorial Day weekend crowds in the past, so let’s check in on the crowds from this year! Sold Out Just as a general note, today is a sold out day in Disney World. All Park Pass reservations are in fact sold out for all 4 parks for theme park tickets guests, resort hotel guests… ©Disney …and Annual Passholders. ©Disney So let’s take a look at those crowds! Magic Kingdom We’ll start in Magic Kingdom. To get on the monorail to Magic Kingdom, things were rather busy this morning. Lots of People Waiting You can see the crowds of people waiting to get on and head to the Most Magical Place on Earth. Well Hello People Over at Magic Kingdom itself, things were packed in some places, but not as bad in others. Right past the entrance, there was a pretty big group of people. Looking Busy Over Here The Main Street, U.S.A. area was decently busy (as it tends to be)… …but over in Liberty Square, it was a ghost town (appropriate with the Haunted Mansion nearby!). Not Bad Over Here Though Haunted Mansion had a posted 35 minute wait, it didn’t look too terrible. Things Were Busy But Not All That Bad Overall, the crowds felt pretty manageable. Our reporter shared that it didn’t feel anywhere near the levels seen back during Spring Break. Busy Out on Main Street Though We did see some pretty long lines over at Big Thunder Mountain Railroad… WOWZA …and Splash Mountain. Pack Your Patience In terms of wait times, at around 2:15PM, there were some things still at a 5-10 minute wait… Wait Times …others at longer waits, like 30-35 minutes… Wait Times …and, unsurprisingly, some of the popular rides had waits above an hour, though only 1 ride was above 100 minutes at the time. Wait Times So overall it was certainly busy, but not nearly as packed as some other days we’ve seen. EPCOT At EPCOT, the front of the park had some decent crowds… EPCOT Crowds …and the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind area was CROWDED. Crowded Over Here The Creations Shop and Connections Cafe area was also pretty busy. How Long Would You Wait? But beyond those 2 popular spots, crowds in the park were pretty dispersed. Plenty of Room We didn’t feel too packed in or crowded in many places. LOTS of Space Here! But ride lines were still quite long. We saw a particularly long line near Frozen Ever After. You Gotta Wait! At around 2:15PM, there were some rides with 10-20 minute waits… EPCOT Wait Times …but some of EPCOT’s most popular rides had waits over an hour, including Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at 120 minutes! Wait Times Overall, things were pretty busy in some spots… Long Lines …but there was room in other places. Hollywood Studios At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, there were still some rides with shorter wait times at around 2:15PM… Wait Times from the My Disney Experience App …but quite a few were OVER an hour, with Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at the top with a 135 minute wait, and Tower of Terror not far behind. LONG Waits! Animal Kingdom Finally, things at Animal Kingdom were sort-of similar. Some rides had a lower wait time… Shorter Waits …but the majority of the rides had wait times exceeding 30 minutes as of 2:15PM. How Long Would You Wait in Line? So there you have it — a look at the crowds on Memorial Day. Stay tuned to DFB for all the upcoming holiday season updates! Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party is BACK — click here to learn everything you need to know! 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. Were you in the parks for Memorial Day weekend? Let us know in the comments below! The post PHOTOS & VIDEO: Memorial Day Crowds & Wait Times 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. It’s SUMMERTIME, people! Okay, well, summer doesn’t officially start til the end of June, but c’mon — most people think of summer starting after Memorial Day, right? We’re ready for the summer! We know Florida certainly does! Those hot summer temperatures are already hanging out in Central Florida, especially at Disney World. And, now is the time when we know a tonnnn of you are going on your summer vacations, because the crowds are ramping up in the parks, too. But, there’s still a lot of fun to be had, so let’s take a look at the BEST things to do in Disney World in June! Beat the Heat As we just said, it is HOT in Florida, especially in June! You have to be prepared for the heat, especially if you’re not used to it. Oh, and don’t forget about that lovely southern humidity (do NOT underestimate the humidity!). So, one of the best things you can do this month in Disney World is to be prepared for it to be hot, and find ways to cool off. It can get HOT in the parks! When it comes to being prepared, there are a ton of things you can do! Make sure to stay extra hydrated, wear sunscreen (and reapply it!), wear protective gear like hats and sunglasses, wear breathable clothing, and take breaks in the air conditioning when you can. Do NOT push yourself — you don’t want to be passing out in Disney World. Disney’s Hollywood Studios There are some great things you can bring with you to help with all of this! Cooling towels, portable fans, sunscreen, and insulated water bottles are great items to keep with you to stay cool. The heat can also cause some annoying problems like blisters and chaffing, so bring some band aids or mole skin with you for blisters and a chafing stick to help with that issue. Click here to check out our recommendations to stay cool! Another great way to cool down while you’re at Disney World is by taking a break from the theme parks and going to your hotel pool or over to a water park! Typhoon Lagoon Water Park Right now, Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park is open, and they have some great slides, a wave pool, and awesome snacks! Click here to see more about Typhoon Lagoon! Enjoy the Last of EPCOT’s Flower & Garden Festival EPCOT’s Flower and Garden Festival has been going on since March and it ends on July 4th, so you have ALL of June to enjoy it! Head on over to Farmer’s Feast, where the final of the 3 rotating menus is available for the month, including a very interesting watermelon dessert. Whole Lotta Melon Feta Cheesecake from Farmer’s Feast Or, check out some of our best of the fest picks! Spend your day trying out the Poppy Flower Margarita, BLT Scone, Coconut Tres Leches Cake, Shrimp and Grits, and more. Try a few dishes or make a whole meal out of it! Coconut Tres Leches The Garden Rocks Concert Series is also still going on, and there are some great artists coming in June! Simple Plan, the Plain White T’s, and Daughtry will all be playing this month, and the performances are included with your EPCOT admission. Click here to see our BEST of the FEST for EPCOT’s Flower and Garden Festival FINALLY Go on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind just opened up so you can FINALLY go on the new Marvel ride in June! We’ve already been on the ride several times and have a spoiler free review for you, advice about motion sickness, and a look at the queue. Cosmic Rewind The ride does not have a standby line, it is only available by using a virtual queue or buying an individual Lightning Lane. You have to have a Park Pass Reservation for EPCOT in order to join the virtual queue, which opens up at 7AM and 1PM each day. It also opens up again at 6PM for people who have access to Extended Evening Hours on the nights they take place at EPCOT. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind This new coaster is one of the longest indoor coasters in the world and features a reverse launch as well as vehicles that spin all the way around! Get ready to help save the galaxy. Click here to learn more about Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! Return to Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue opens up again on June 23rd! The dinner show is over at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campgrounds and it’s a 2-hour show accompanied by an all-you-care-to-enjoy meal of southern classics like ribs, fried chicken, and mac ‘n’ cheese. Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue People at the dinner show will get to enjoy singing, dancing, and more during the night and there are even some updates to the script and scenery in the returning show. Reservations are open RIGHT NOW so don’t wait to grab your spot! Hoop-Dee-Doo Those are ALL of the best things to do in Disney World in June! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news, info, and updates. Click here to see the BIG change coming to Disney Genie+ in June 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 in Disney World in June? Tell us in the comments! The post The 4 Best Things to Do in Disney World in June first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When it comes to souvenirs for your Disney vacation, all of your choices can be incredibly overwhelming! You can go for the classic Minnie ears, a spirit jersey, a plush, and so much more! Coffee in the Most Magical Place on Earth One of the more practical souvenirs would be something that you can use, even when your vacation is over (do Minnie ears fall into this category?), like a coffee mug! Disney has tons of options when it comes to mugs, and we recently spotted some mugs perfect for lovers of Starbucks AND Star Wars in Disneyland. You might already be familiar with the Starbucks Been There series. It’s a collection of mugs you can get from Starbucks locations all over that have designs specific to where that Starbucks is located. You can find Starbucks Been There series mugs for each of the four Disney World parks in Florida, as well as general mugs for the state you are in (for example, one themed after Florida, or California). 50th Anniversary Been There Mugs We recently spotted some Been There mugs in an unexpected location in Disneyland: The Star Trader! Instead of having designs themed around Disneyland or California, these mugs were Star Wars themed! There are three new mugs, each themed after a different Star Wars planet: Naboo, Nevarro, and Ahch-To. There are three new ‘Star Wars’ Been There mugs! Starting off with the Naboo mug, Naboo is the planet that Padme Amidala (a character in the Star Wars prequels) is from, as well as Jar-Jar Binks, another character in the prequels. It is also the planet that brought us the iconic Anakin Skywalker line “I don’t like sand.” The mug features characters found on Naboo, like Padme and Jar-Jar Binks, as well as Darth Maul. It is $22.99. Naboo mug The Nevarro mug features the character from the Disney+ show The Mandalorian. You can see the Mandalorian himself, Din Djarin, accompanied by Grogu (or Baby Yoda, depending on who you ask). This mug is also $22.99. Nevarro Mug And finally we have the Ahch-To mug. This is the planet where Rey found Luke at the end of Star Wars: The Force Awakens and where she convinces him to train her in Star Wars: The Last Jedi. The mug shows Rey holding a lightsaber as well as some of the natural aspects of the planet. The mug is $22.99. Ahch-To Mug We’ve already seen these “Been There” series mugs in Galaxy’s Edge for the planet Batuu, and we’ve seen Starbucks x Disney mugs for a number of other Star Wars spots, so we’ll keep our eyes peeled for more planets! Batuu Mug We’re always on the lookout for new Disney souvenirs and merchandise, so make sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest updates! PHOTOS: 2 New Characters Are Now in Disney’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge — Click here to see who! 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 What do you think of these new mugs? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: 3 NEW Disney Starbucks Mugs Are Now Available first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

What’s one of the most CONTROVERSIAL things that could happen to you in Disney World? A ride evacuation, for sure! Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Confused? Allow us to explain! For some people, getting evacuated from a Disney World ride can absolutely ruin the day, especially if you’ve got a dining reservation to make, you waited in the queue for an extended period of time, or it’s your first time experiencing the attraction. However, for other people…it’s a dream come true! You get the chance to see a little behind-the-scenes action, and it can honestly be pretty fascinating. Recently, we got evacuated off of one of Disney World’s newest rides, and we thought you might want to see what it’s like! Earlier this week, we were taking a spin on Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway in Hollywood Studios when the ride suddenly stopped. We remained in the vehicles for several minutes and during that time, the lights came on, then the animations stopped. After a little while, Cast Members came with step stools to get the guests out of the ride vehicles. The ride stopped in the “Under the Sea” room. When it was time to exit, the Cast Members led us backward through the ride, walking through each scene. We got to see the rooms with the lights on and the various animations turned off, which was a really unique experience! The tornado room with the lights on was really strange. Once we got back to the first park scene of the ride, we exited through a side door instead of the typical ride exit. We could actually see the loading platform on our way out. (Everything was empty, which was a little spooky!) Back to the front of the ride! We were told that one ride vehicle had stopped responding, causing them to shut down the rest of the ride for a reboot. Everyone who was evacuated was given a free Lightning Lane pass for the next day since we were evacuated in the evening. Guests walking through the ride sets. Personally, we find it really interesting to walk through the ride sets and see what everything looks like with the lights turned on! It’s one of those unique experiences that few guests get to have. What a memory to have from your vacation! Click Here to See What It’s Like to Be Evacuated from 6 Different Disney World Rides! 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 evacuated from a Disney World ride? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: See Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Be EVACUATED in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve had some pretty amazing things to eat in Disney World over the years. The “Cheers to 50 Years” Sundae! Between meals at signature restaurants, snacks that knocked our socks off, and random food items that were shockingly delicious…we’ve got a well-curated list of favorites. One item that we really loved recently was the Monte Cristo at Plaza Restaurant, but now we may have to bid it farewell! When we stopped by Plaza Restaurant today, we were informed that the sandwich has been removed from the menu due to a “turkey shortage.” It first arrived here for the 50th Anniversary of Disney World back in October, and it was an instant hit — all that deep-fried, savory deliciousness. It was SO good. We miss it already! But now, it has been removed from the menu placard outside of the restaurant. We were told that they have a limited number left and that guests can ask for it specifically while they still have a few. But, it may be gone altogether by the next time you visit. It’s gone! We’ll continue to check the menu and see if it returns, but the Cast Members weren’t hopeful that it would. They informed us that “this may be it” for the beloved sandwich. It looks like we’ll have to hop on a plane to California to order this meal at Disneyland instead! The Plaza Restaurant We’ll make sure to keep you updated with any 50th Anniversary food news! There are dozens of treats to try all around the four theme parks right now, and some restaurants even have special anniversary menus for the occasion. Make sure to check out our reviews to stay updated with all of it! 50 Foods to Eat in Disney World for the 50th Anniversary — Click Here! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info See Photos & Reviews of All of Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Eats and Treats Check Out All of the 50th Anniversary Merchandise You Can Get Online Get a Look at Some of the 50th Anniversary Merchandise You Can Get in the Parks Click Here to See the 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Our 50 Pieces of Advice for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Click Here to See the Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary from Home See the New 50th Anniversary Nighttime Looks for All 4 of Disney World’s Park Icons Check Out Our 50th Anniversary Cupcake Crawl Click Here to See Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in Magic Kingdom See Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in EPCOT Check Out Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in Hollywood Studios See Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in Animal Kingdom Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Did you get the chance to try this sandwich in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post Is the Monte Cristo DISAPPEARING from Disney World? We Investigate first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are some REALLY interesting people in the Disney parks. Disneyland Park No, we’re not talking about the guests or the random celebrities we spot from time to time — we’re talking about the Disney characters! We’re used to spotting Mickey Mouse and the princesses, and though we love them dearly, we get a little extra excited when we see those “rare” characters out and about. This week, we’re adding to that list with a very cool sighting in Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! Amidst the excitement this past weekend at Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim, it was announced that the legendary bounty hunter Boba Fett would be coming to Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland! We spotted Boba Fett roaming around. But that’s not all — his partner and friend Fennec Shand (who has appeared in multiple Star Wars series on Disney+ recently) is meeting along with him. We spotted them both out and about, scouting the area for threats and saying hello to guests. They’re both here! Their costumes look most accurate to their recent appearances in The Book of Boba Fett. We’ve seen Boba Fett in Disney parks in the past (in Star Wars: Launch Bay and at Star Wars Weekends parades) but his look has seen some significant upgrades since then! Their costumes are seriously cool! Disney hasn’t shared whether or not this is a permanent character interaction in Galaxy’s Edge, but we’ll be looking forward to seeing these guys on future visits. Also, Disney announced that we can expect to encounter Din Djarin (The Mandalorian) and Grogu (Baby Yoda) in Disneyland’s Galaxy’s Edge soon. We can’t wait! Boba Fett Currently, these characters are just scheduled to appear in Disneyland, but we’ve got our fingers crossed that we could see them in Disney’s Hollywood Studios in the future! We’ll let you know if we hear any more updates! Click Here for Everything You’re Doing Wrong at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! 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 ever been to Disneyland’s Galaxy’s Edge? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: 2 NEW Characters Are Now in Disney’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You’re probably MISSING some things when planning for your Disney World trip. Disney World Don’t worry, it’s completely normal to forget a few things — like thinking about transportation between parks or checking to see if that snack you want is still on the menu. And one thing that’s really common to get messed up is hours of operation! What do we mean? Well, many restaurants, attractions, shops, or experiences close at WEIRD times in Disney World, and if you don’t know that before you arrive, you might be disappointed. So today, we’re sharing a full list! Restaurants First of all, let’s kick off this list by mentioning the restaurants that close early. Food is an important part of your Disney trip (and keeping everyone happy!) so if you were planning to eat later in the night, you might be met with a rude awakening when you find that you’re down to half the number of dining options. And believe us, nobody wants to suffer from the dreaded “hanger” when you’re spending the day in a theme park! The Friar’s Nook So, to prevent disappointment in the future, we’ve gathered up a list of restaurants that close early on a typical park day. Note that this list doesn’t include places that close at 8 or 9PM, because that’s fairly common, so we recommend eating before then if at all possible. And if there’s somewhere specific that you really want to dine, we highly recommend checking the hours on the website for the day of your visit! (They can also be found in the My Disney Experience app on that particular day.) In Magic Kingdom The Lunching Pad (depends on the day) Cool Ship (12:30PM-5PM) Friar’s Nook (9AM-5PM) Tortuga Tavern Golden Oak Outpost (12PM-3PM) Prince Eric’s Village Market (11AM-6PM) Tortuga Tavern (11AM-3PM) In Hollywood Studios PizzeRizzo (11AM-5PM) Dockside Diner (11AM-5PM) Epic Eats (11AM-7PM) Ronto Roasters Fairfax Fare (11AM-4PM) Ronto Roasters (8:30AM-3PM) In Animal Kingdom Dino Diner (11AM-4PM) Eight Spoon Cafe (10:30AM-5PM) Harambe Fruit Market (7:30AM-6PM) Harambe Market (10:45AM-3:15PM) Isle of Java (7AM-5PM) Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery (7:30AM-6:30PM) Pizzafari (10:30AM-4:30PM) Pizzafari Restaurantosaurus (10:30AM-5:15PM) The Smiling Crocodile (11AM-3PM) Terra Treats (11AM-3PM) Warung Outpost (11AM-6PM) In EPCOT Surprisingly, with its many restaurants and quick-service locations, everywhere to eat in EPCOT currently stays open until 8 or 9PM. The more important thing to note at EPCOT is that there’s not a lot of breakfast available! Connections Cafe is the new Starbucks location in EPCOT With the exception of a couple of bakeries in World Showcase and the new Starbucks location, Connections Cafe, you won’t find much to eat when the park opens — restaurants start opening at 10AM, with most of them (including festival booths) opening at 11AM. So, if you are rope-dropping EPCOT, our advice is to not show up hungry! In Disney Springs Most of the eateries in Disney Springs do not close early. In fact, you can often find a late bite in Disney Springs, with spots like The Edison, Jock Lindsay’s Hangar Bar, and Raglan Road staying open well after the parks close most nights. One exception is the food trucks that are often parked on the West Side — their hours, and even their locations, vary more than the permanent restaurants. Local Green Orlando! It’s also important to note that some places within the parks stay open for a bit AFTER the parks close. Over at Magic Kingdom, Main Street Bakery and Plaza Ice Cream Parlor both stay open 30 minutes after the park does, while Main Street Confectionery stays open one hour later. And any of the Joffrey’s stands that are outside the entrances of the theme parks will remain open for 30 minutes after the park closes. 19 Best Restaurants in Disney World in 2022 — Click Here! Shops When it comes to shopping, we’ve often heard the advice that guests should wait until the end of the day to buy their souvenirs. (Which you certainly should NOT do if you’re hoping to buy a popular item — we’ve seen select things sell out in a matter of minutes before.) However, there’s always the chance that the fun little souvenir stand you passed by earlier in the day may not be open when you go back at the end of the night. The Emporium For the most part, each park’s main gift shops will be open throughout the day. However, if you’re visiting a spot that’s off the beaten path, you can probably bet that it’s only open during select hours. So, if you see something you really want, don’t wait or count on it to be in the “big store” — go ahead and buy it ASAP! In Magic Kingdom Big Al’s (11AM-5PM) Big Top Souvenirs (10AM-7PM) Bonjour! Village Gifts (10AM-7PM) Big Top Souvenirs Bwana Bob’s (11AM-5PM) Ursa’s Major Minor Cart (11AM-5PM) Shops on Main Street, U.S.A. stay open an hour after Magic Kingdom closes. In EPCOT House of Good Fortune closes 15 minutes before EPCOT does, Creations Shop stays open an hour after EPCOT closes. EPCOT’s Creations Shop stays open after the park closes. In Animal Kingdom Africa Hub Cart (8:30AM-6PM) Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures (10AM-7:30PM) Kilimanjaro Safaris Cart (9:30AM-7:45PM) Mariya’s Souvenirs (9:15AM-6:15PM) Chester and Hester’s Mombasa Marketplace (8:30AM-8PM) Yak & Yeti Bhaktapur Market (9AM-7:30PM) In Disney’s Hollywood Studios Mickey’s of Hollywood stays open 30 minutes after the park closes. Sid Cahuenga’s One-of-a-Kind stays open 1 hour after the park closes. You can still shop Mickey’s of Hollywood after Hollywood Studios closes for the night. In Disney Springs Not all Disney Springs stores are operated by Disney, so some of them have hours that are different than the Disney Springs operating hours for the day. For instance, UGG and the Coca-Cola Rooftop Lounge typically close at 9PM. The Coca Cola Rooftop Beverage Bar usually closes early in Disney Springs Several of the non-Disney stores in Disney Springs close 30 minutes early each night. 8 Disney World Buys That Will Save You Money — Click Here! Attractions And finally, we have to mention the attractions! This may be the most important spot on the list, because it could really throw off your day if you don’t realize that Kilimanjaro Safaris closes before Animal Kingdom does. Not many attractions close early in the parks, but the select few that do could completely mess up your plans if you’re unaware. Keep in mind that some of the “early closes” an move around some depending on the season — and the time the sun sets. In Magic Kingdom Tom Sawyer Island and rafts (11AM-6PM) Liberty Square Riverboat (9:30AM-7PM) Main Street Vehicles only operate in the morning (based on crowds) In EPCOT Many character meet and greets in EPCOT (9AM-5PM) Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along (8:30AM-6) turns into Impressions de France in the evening (6:30AM-8:45PM) Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along and Impressions de France Theater In the past, we’ve seen Living with the Land close early (as early as 7PM) In Hollywood Studios Many character meet and greets in Hollywood Studios (9AM-5PM) In Animal Kingdom Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail and Maharajah Jungle Trek (9AM-6:45PM) Kilimanjaro Safaris (8AM-7:15PM) Kilimanjaro Safaris Wilderness Explorers (9AM-6:45PM) Planning for Unusual Hours If you’re heading to Disney World soon and there’s somewhere that’s a must-visit during your trip, we highly recommend looking up the hours of operation online before you go. You can also check these hours in the My Disney Experience app on the day of your visit. This is generally good practice if there’s any attraction, shop, or restaurant that you’re hoping to visit in the early morning or late evening. Magic Kingdom So there you go — all the things that close at weird times in Disney World! For more important information that you need to know before your vacation, keep following DFB. We’ve got you covered! 6 Things We Fear When We Have An Upcoming Disney World Trip — Click Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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 shown up at a Disney World spot to find it closed? Tell us in the comments! The post 50 Disney World Spots That Close At Weird Times first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Star Wars Celebration 2022 is officially over, but that doesn’t mean the Star Wars fun has to end. Star Wars Celebration 2022 During Celebration 2022, Star Wars fans got updates on Ahsoka, The Mandalorian, video games, books, merchandise, and so much more! And soon more Star Wars celebrity appearances, merchandise, and announcements will be available! Star Wars Celebration is returning in 2023 and will be heading to…London! During the closing ceremonies for Star Wars Celebration 2022, the Celebration team announced that they’ll be returning to Europe in 2023 from April 7th through the 10th at the Excel Center. Star Wars and the team at Lucasfilm haven’t really announced any further updates yet, but we can’t wait to see what surprises Celebration 2023 will hold. We’ll be sure to look for updates and share those with you. Star Wars Celebration In the meantime, you can check out our coverage of the BIGGEST Star Wars news drops from this year’s Celebration (including a hint of new scenes coming to Star Tours?!) and learn about some of the NEW Star Wars merchandise coming soon. So Fuzzy! From fuzzy Ewok ears to a Camtono and Obi-Wan Kenobi lightsaber set, there’s a lot to look forward to. Check back with us for all the latest updates. Click here to see how to WIN a FREE trip to Disney World’s Star Wars 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. Will you be going to Star Wars Celebration 2023? Tell us in the comments! The post Date & Location Announced for Star Wars Celebration 2023! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Bill Nye the Science Guy is making a comeback, and pizza delivery vehicles are hiding in plain sight! EPCOT Oh, and cups of GRASSHOPPERS are being served alongside your drinks! EPCOT is a strange and secretive place, y’all. (And that’s why we LOVE it.) Check out our video below on EPCOT SECRETS Disney Won’t Tell You! 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! Stay tuned for more Disney news and 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’s your best tip for other guests visiting EPCOT? Tell us in the comments! The post DFB Video: EPCOT SECRETS Disney Won't Tell You first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article