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Disney World is going through a massive transformation. Disney’s Hollywood Studios There’s always something being constructed or refurbished — no matter how big or small the project might be. Things are always changing, and it can be hard to keep up. Luckily, we like to stay up to date on all that goes on at Disney World, so here are the biggest construction updates from this week! Magic Kingdom TRON: Lightcycle Run Last week, we got a pretty exciting update when we caught a glimpse of the TRON ride vehicles being tested, and then Disney shared a look at the first full-speed test run for this coaster. On a recent ride on the PeopleMover, we spotted some additional material being added to the tunnel where the Walt Disney World Railroad will run. TRON construction Disney hasn’t shared an opening date for this attraction quite yet, so stay tuned for updates! Check Out Everything You Need to Know About the TRON Ride! EPCOT Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana We saw the first rocks move into place at this attraction not too long ago, but now it looks like even more rocks are being moved in. Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana construction Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana is the first water-based walkthrough attraction to come to EPCOT, and Disney is keeping the opening timeline to themselves for now, but they did share some updated concept art recently! Check Out NEW Concept Art for EPCOT’s ‘Moana’ Attraction Japan Pavilion The pavement in the Japan Pavilion has been undergoing some routine refurbishments and maintenance on and off for a while now, and it looks like that is still continuing. Japan Pavilion pavement construction Crews are working on one section at a time, so it shouldn’t impact your visit — but we’ll let you know if that changes! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Toy Story Mania Gift Shop Construction has been well underway at what once was the Toy Story Mania Gift Shop. Disney closed the doors earlier this year and they’ve been keeping quiet about what we can expect once the location reopens. Toy Story Mania exit For now, guests have to take a detour after exiting the popular attraction. We’re keeping an eye on this progress and will let you know about any major updates. Click Here to Find Out More About What’s Coming to Toy Story Land Disney Resorts Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Back in the beginning of March, Disney began construction on the new DVC Villas that are coming to the Grand Floridian Resort. The Big Pine Key building is slowly but surely being transformed into 200 new villas. Construction on the Grand Floridian Spring 2022 Disney has shared that the new villas are scheduled to be completed later this summer, but we will let you know if that changes! Click Here to See the Grand Flo Villas Concept Art! Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Much like Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, the Polynesian Village Resort is also undergoing a transformation. Still walled off Several areas of the property are walled off due to construction on brand-new villas that are expected to be completed in late 2024. This week, we spotted what appears to be a cement truck on the property along with some workers. Cement truck at the Polynesian We’re keeping a close eye on the progress of the new villas, so don’t forget to stay tuned! Here’s What We Know About the NEW Polynesian Villas Disney’s Contemporary Resort The exterior resurfacing work continues at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, and although we’re not totally sure what’s going on here it appears to just be some minor refurbishment. More resurfacing We’ll keep you updated on this project and let you know if it could impact your next trip to the Contemporary! Caribbean Beach Resort Good news for guests of this moderate resort — the Martinique Village Pool is open for visitors once again! Martinique Village Pool It had be closed for a little while for some routine maintenance and refurbishments, but luckily it’s open again — just in time for those hot Florida summer days! Here’s everything you need to know about Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Not to mention, EPCOT is gearing up for the official grand opening of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind on May 27th — that’s quite a lot of change happening! To stay updated on the latest information, make sure you stay tuned to DFB. Disney just announced food booths for the 2022 EPCOT Food & 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. 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Today we continue celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month, shining the spotlight on the amazing individuals who comprise these vibrant and diverse cultures that continue to enrich our history and company, making the world a better place. This week is extra exciting as tomorrow we also celebrate International Biodiversity Day, an annual […]View the full article

This week, Disney gave us tons of news about the 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival, and we couldn’t help but notice what was missing from the announcements. 2021 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival While there’s a lot to be excited about (Eat to the Beat is BACK!), there are still some classic events and experiences that weren’t included in any announcements (yet). We haven’t seen most of these missing events since 2019 but it’s still possible that some of them may be back for 2022! Let’s go over everything not yet confirmed to return! Special Events Party for the Senses Party for the Senses was a majorly popular EPCOT Food & Wine Festival event, but we haven’t seen it since 2019. At this special event, we’ve been able to taste dishes from over 50 different tasting stations, all while a host leads more festivities. Party for the Senses in 2017 Party for the Senses was historically a pricey ticketed event but it remained a popular option for guests at Food & Wine Festivals. Although it was not included in the most recent announcements, it’s still possible it could return for 2022. Read our past review for Party for the Senses here! Cheese Seminars CHEESE. You had us at cheese, Disney. Cheese Seminars were all about learning about, well, cheese! This was another ticketed event that came at an extra cost but come on, it’s cheese. Who doesn’t want to eat AND learn more about cheese?? Cheese Seminar from the 2019 Food and Wine Festival In the past, the Cheese Seminar would include a cheese expert as well as wine, cheese (of course), fruit, and more. Again, it has not yet been confirmed to return to the Food & Wine Festival, but we’re watching out for more news. Read our past review of an EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Cheese Seminar here! Mexican Tequila Lunch The Tequila Lunch included tastings from regional Mexican cuisine and a chance to learn all about tequila. This ticketed event provided guests with tequila samples and a prix fixe menu for pairings. Hilda, Tequila Ambassador In the past, we got five glasses of tequila as well as tasty eats! We’ll be watching out to see if this event returns soon. Read our 2012 review of the Tequila Lunch here! VIP Experiences VIP and premium experiences were also available in the past, such as a package that included 8 food or beverage entitlements at select Food & Wine Festival booths. You even got a limited-release pin! 2017 Festival Tasting Sampler Depending on how you like to eat at the Food & Wine Festival, the sampler could actually be a good deal too! We’re watching to see if this is an option again in 2022. Read more about this VIP experience here! Other Special Events There are many other special ticketed events that we have not seen at the Food & Wine Festival since 2019. Italian Beer Pairing From hands-on experiences to special dining opportunities and tastings, there was quite a variety of events to choose from in the past. You can take a look at the list of past events below. Mix It, Make It, Celebrate It! Hands-On Workshops Parisian Breakfast French Family Meal Traditions The Parisian Afternoon: Sandwiches, Macarons, and Bubbles The “Hibachi” Experience: Year of Celebration Culinary Tour of Japan Mediterranean Food and Wine Pairing Italian Food, Wine vs. Beer Pairing Italian Regional Food and Wine Pairing Luncheon Frozen Ever After Dessert Party Nothing has been confirmed to return in 2022, but we’re watching closely for any updates from Disney. Read more about the special events here! Celebrity Chefs In the past, celebrity chefs would visit EPCOT Food & Wine Festival for a variety of appearances, and Sunday Brunch with the Chef was a 2-hour event with a breakfast buffet, a sparkling wine toast, and even a Q&A session with the chef. Celebrity Chefs Expected at the 2010 Epcot Food and Wine Festival In the past, we’ve seen chefs like Robert Irvine, Jamie Deen, Donald Link, and more. This was another special ticketed event we haven’t seen since 2019 and it has not yet been confirmed to return for 2022. Read more about Sunday Brunch with the Chef here! Entertainment Although we do know about the return of the Eat to the Beat Concert Series, it has not yet been announced whether the JAMMin’ Chefs on the Canada Mill Stage or the America Gardens Bandstand concert series at the America Gardens Theatre will be back. JAMMIN’ Chefs! Last year, we did see these forms of entertainment, including popular groups such as Mariachi Cobre and Voices of Liberty, but they have yet to be confirmed for 2022. Take a look at all the entertainment we saw at the Food & Wine Festival in 2021! Just because none of these things have been confirmed for 2022 doesn’t mean they won’t be, but we will have to wait and see. Note that seminars have been confirmed to return to the 2022 Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic, so it IS possible that we may see some return to Disney World. We’re watching closely for any more updates about the 2022 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival, so stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news! Here’s everything confirmed to return to EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival in 2022! Ready to Plan for Your 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Trip? Pre-order the DFB Guide to the 2022 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival e-Book today! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well — including what’s new this year, touring plan ideas, and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Pre-order your 2022 edition today! Don't miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for 20% off the cover price! Learn More About the 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival! See Our Page Full of Updates About the 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Booths, Menus, and Food Photos 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Special Events 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Low-Cost Seminars and Demonstrations 2022 Eat to the Beat Concert Updates EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Fans Facebook Page 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Wine and Dine Half Marathon Food and Wine Festival 101 Get More Updates, Tips, and Tricks to Help You Conquer the Food & Wine Festival Are you hoping for anything specific to return to the Food & Wine Festival this year? Tell us in the comments! The post 7 Things MISSING from the 2022 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Announcements first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Let’s talk about the most important meal of the day: DINNER. We know, most people consider breakfast to be the most important meal of the day, but can you eat mozzarella sticks for breakfast?? We don’t think so (well, unless you make them at yourself, then more power to ya)! Dining at ‘Ohana There are SOOOO many places that you can eat dinner in Disney World, from the parks to the resorts to Disney Springs, from Table Service to Quick Service. It’s hard to keep up with all of the options available, but luckily, we’ve narrowed down the very BEST places to eat dinner in Disney World! Now, we’re going to focus only on Table Service restaurants on this go around, because dinner is traditionally looked at as more like a sit down meal. Let’s dive in! Jiko First up is Jiko — The Cooking Place! This spot is located over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge and is only currently open for Dinner. Jiko has SO many unique and flavorful dishes to choose from, like Braised Wild Boar Tenderloin, the Oak Grilled Filet Mignon (one of the best steaks in Disney World!), Bobotie Mac-and-Cheese, Seared Scallops with Nhopi and Groundnuts, and so much more. JIKO Jiko is also home a HUGE collection of South African wines for you to try out, as well as some fun cocktails. You can find dishes that are adventurous here, but also familiar, so it should have a little something for everyone. Also, be aware that there is a dress code, as this is a signature restaurant at Disney World. Find out more about what to wear right here. Click here to see our review of Jiko! Topolino’s Terrace Topolino’s Terrace is one of the newer restaurants in Disney World, located on the top of Disney’s Riviera Resort. It’s open for breakfast and dinner, and while there are characters at breakfast, dinner is NOT a character meal. But, that doesn’t take away at all from this awesome restaurant! Topolino’s Dinner Some popular dishes here include the Ricotta, Duck Gnocchi, Rigatoni, French Veal Chop, and the Filet Mignon. The atmosphere is exquisite and you can go out on the terrace to watch the fireworks over at EPCOT! This place is a bit fancy, but totally worth a splurge! Click here to see our review of Topolino’s Terrace! California Grill Speaking of splurging, the next spot on our list is definitely a pricier option for dinner, but it is SO good. If you’re celebrating something big, or just want to treat yourself, head on over to California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. This restaurant is on the top floor of the hotel and has some stunning views of Magic Kingdom (including the nighttime fireworks!). Appetizers from California Grill’s 50th Anniversary prix-fixe menu Right now, California Grill has a special menu for the 50th anniversary that includes things like the Florida Blue Crab Bisque, Braised Beef Short Rib Wontons, Florida Black Grouper, and a ginormous 35oz Beef Rib-Eye Tomahawk Steak for Two. There is an extensive drink menu as well, so you can sip on some spirits while you take in that awesome view. Click here to see our review of California Grill! ‘Ohana Next door to Disney’s Contemporary Resort is Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, where you can find the famous ‘Ohana restaurant! If you know anything about us, you know we LOVE ‘Ohana, so of course it had to make our list! The food here is served family style, and you’ll get items like Cheddar-Bacon Biscuits, Honey-Coriander Chicken Wings, Pork Dumplings Tossed In Garlic-Chili Sauce, Woodfire-grilled Teriyaki Beef, Island Shrimp Casserole, and those iconic ‘Ohana Noodles! ‘Ohana Dinner Skillet(s?) We are BIG ‘Ohana noodles fans around here, but they’re also a really big crowd pleaser! And, because you get so many different kinds of food to choose from, you should be able to find something for everyone in your group to enjoy. And, as a bonus, you can also see the Magic Kingdom fireworks from ‘Ohana! Click here to see our review of ‘Ohana! Homecomin’ Now, let’s head on over to Disney Springs! There are a ton of restaurants in Disney World’s shopping and dining district, but we, of course, have our favorites. We LOVE Homecomin’ by Chef Art Smith for any meal, so it’s a great dinner option! This spot serves up southern classics like Fried Green Tomatoes, a Catfish Sandwich, Art’s Famous Fried Chicken, Shrimp and Grits, and even Chicken and Doughnuts! Oh, and don’t forget the Mac ‘n’ Cheese (we would NEVER!). Thigh High Chicken Biscuits For dessert, you gotta try the famous Hummingbird Cake or some Chocolate Pecan Pie. They also have some really fun moonshine cocktails here, flights of whiskey, and a big selection of beers. You will definitely be feeling that southern hospitality at Homecomin’ and you might wanna wear your stretchy pants so you can enjoy everything! Click here to see our review of Homecomin’! Wine Bar George If you’re looking for something that’s in a totally different direction in Disney Springs, check out Wine Bar George! This place is a wine bar (duh) but they also have some AMAZING food! Some of our favorites include the Crispy Mac & Cheese Bites, Saganaki on Fire, The Big (charcuterie and cheese) Board, and the Skirt Steak. Saganaki on Fire And, of course, there is a huuuuge selection of wine here — but don’t feel intimidated if you don’t think you know a lot about wine. The servers here are super helpful and will assist you to make sure you get what’s best for you. Wine Bar George also has some great outdoor seating up on the second floor, so you can take in the sunset and people watch! Click here to see our review of Wine Bar George! Via Napoli Alright, it’s time to talk about pizza, friends! The best pizza in Disney World (in our opinion) is over at Via Napoli in EPCOT’s Italy Pavilion. This spot serves classic Neapolitan pies that they bake in their massive wood ovens (which are named Vesuvio, Etna, and Stromboli after three active volcanoes in Italy!). A GIANT pizza! The atmosphere is great in here, and we definitely recommend getting a pie or two to split between your group. They have both individual and large sizes. Some of the most popular pizzas here are the Quattro Formaggi (four cheese) and the Prosciutto e Melone (prosciutto and cantaloupe, which sounds weird, but is amazing!). It’s also almost in the middle of the World Showcase, so it’s perfect for you to take a break from walking (and/or drinking) around the world and grab some grub. Click here to see our review of Via Napoli! Skipper Canteen When thinking about the best places to eat dinner in Magic Kingdom, our mind went straight to Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen over in Adventureland. It is by far one of the best restaurants in the park and a perfect spot for dinner! You can try things like the Curried Vegetable Crew Stew, “Hardy Har Char” Siu Pork, or the “Tastes Like Chicken” Because it is! Skipper Canteen And, don’t forget to ask about the secret menu, which in the past has brought us delicious foods like the Pão de queijo (Brazilian cheese bread!). This spot has some food for more adventurous eaters, and awesome theming. It’s themed after the Jungle Cruise and your waiters are Skippers, so get ready for that signature witty humor during your meal! Click here to see our review of Skipper Canteen! The Hollywood Brown Derby Over in Hollywood Studios is The Hollywood Brown Derby. This place is themed after the actual Brown Derby in California and includes classics like Shrimp Cocktail, their Famous Cobb Salad, Braised Short Rib, and iconic Grapefruit Cake. The Hollywood Brown Derby has both a restaurant and a lounge, and they’re both unique in their own ways! The Famous Cobb Salad We would suggest making a reservation for the restaurant, but the lounge actually only offers first come, first serve availability and has a smaller version of the menu. However, the lounge is a GREAT option for dinner if you want to get some small plates to share with your group! It’s outside on the patio and you can still get food like the Famous Cobb Salad and the Shrimp Cocktail, and you can also have fun things like a Margarita Flight or a Martini Flight! Click here to see our review of The Hollywood Brown Derby! Yak and Yeti Restaurant Yak and Yeti Restaurant is over in Animal Kingdom’s Asia and has a menu filled with Asian fusion items that combine Chinese, Japanese, Thai, and Indian flavors. Some of our favorites include the Firecracker Shrimp, Chicken Tikki Masala, Bhaktapur Duck, and Fried Dessert Wontons. Yak and Yeti Yak and Yeti is filled with gorgeous artifacts from around Asia, so the decor and atmosphere in this restaurant is outstanding. There are some adventurous food items here as well as some that pickier eaters should enjoy. And, it’s a great spot to cool off with a nice Yak Attack cocktail after a hot day in the park! Click here to see our review of Yak & Yeti Restaurant! There you have it! Those are the best places you can eat for dinner in Disney World. Did your favorite spot make the list? Or do you think something should be added? Tell us in the comments! And, stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news, tips, and info. Click here to see the BEST Disney World restaurants for lunch! 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. Where is your favorite place to eat dinner in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post 10 Best Disney World Restaurants for Dinner first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re a big Disney fan, chances are you’ve subscribed to their streaming service, Disney+. We can’t wait for the new movie! They have everything from Disney classics to exciting new Marvel series! We just got the release date for a new Disney+ original series featuring an adorable Disney character, the announcement of an Elton John documentary, and now, Disney+ is elevating streaming in a whole new way! Disney+ will be collaborating with Lovesac couches as a part of their “Front Row Family Room” initiative. Using their StealthTech Sound+ Charge technology, you’ll be able to get the movie theater experience while watching Disney+ from your own living room! ©Lovesac The initiative kicked off on May 20th for National Streaming Day with the release of Disney’s Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers! Lovesac couches with the StealthTech sound system will bring a unique, surround sound experience to that movie and more Disney+ content in the future! ©Disney Shawn Nelson, Lovesac founder and CEO, said, “Lovesac StealthTech was designed to bring the movie theater experience into the comfort of our customer’s homes, so we couldn’t be more excited to team up with Disney+ to showcase our immersive, surround sound technology in unison with the premiere of Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers, and future projects, all while offering the best possible viewing experience to families everywhere,” ©Lovesac They have immersive sound built-in to the couch, bringing an immersive movie theater experience to your home! If you want to try the StealthTech Sound+ Charge technology, you can head to a Lovesac showroom near you or your nearest Best Buy! ©Disney We’re always staying up to date on all the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see when You Can Watch Disney+’s New ‘Baymax’ Series! 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 this Lovesac and Disney+ collaboration? Let us know in the comments! The post A New Collab Will CHANGE the Way You Watch Disney+ first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We love staying at Disney World hotels! Now that’s a view! There are a lot of options when you’re looking at Disney World accommodations, and the hotel rooms can vary a lot from hotel to hotel (and even within the same hotel!). We don’t want you overlooking ANY important details, so we’re taking you through 14 Disney World hotel room features you’re forgetting. 1. Storage First up, you might not be thinking about storage! If you’re only in Disney World for a few days, this might not be a concern. But if you have a trip length of a week or more, or you are traveling with a larger group, storage space in the room for unpacking clothes is something you’ll want to consider. Pop Century Room Tour Most rooms come equipped with closets but in some value resort rooms, you may only have a clothes rod in the bathroom. Similarly, not every room is created equal when it comes to drawer space or under-bed space. Take a look at Disney’s official photos and room tours here on DFB to be sure a room has the storage you need. Click here to see some seriously WORTH IT Disney hotels! 2. Outdoor Space Another amenity you may not be considering is outdoor space! Access to a private outdoor area can vary significantly. For instance, value resort rooms and lower-priced rooms at moderate and deluxe resorts may not have any outdoor space off the room at all. Patio at Bay Lake Tower For those that do have outdoor space, you’ll want to compare the size of balconies and whether you have a preference between a patio space or a balcony (these options are most common at suite-based resorts like Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort). Disney’s Beach Club Resort even has different-sized balconies from room to room! Patios can be important to your stay! Outdoor space can be important for those who have a resort day planned or who like to take breaks mid-day. It can be a relief to step out on the patio for a breath of fresh air or to read a book! Want to see some ridiculously awesome Disney hotel rooms? Click here! 3. Distance from Stairs/Elevator We often give the tip that you may need to be aware of your room’s distance from the lobby. Especially in the larger hotels, it can be a TREK to reach the main lobby building. Two particular examples are the farthest rooms at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge and Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. You could be looking at a 15-minute walk each time you need to head to the front! Gran Destino One thing you might NOT be thinking about is how far your room is from the stairs or the elevator. This can definitely be something to consider if someone in your party has mobility issues, and even if not for convenience-sake! If you’d like to make sure you’re close to the stairs or elevator, consider putting in a room request when you check-in. Or maybe you want to be far away from the elevator to avoid noise, so make sure you think about that as well! This hotel room near Disney World is bigger than a house…and costs more than one, too. 4. Adjoining Rooms Got a large party? You may want to consider booking a hotel that features adjoining rooms! Many of the value resorts have this option. For many families of five people and above or for those with older kids, having two rooms can be a great solution. Adjoining Door Maximize convenience by booking a resort room that does have the adjoining room option. Remember, this feature is dependent on availability but can be a great way to make sure your larger party is accommodated. Click here to learn more about traveling with larger groups! 5. Desk Space This next one may not be a concern for some groups, but it can be a MAJOR point to think about for those who are going to need some desk space during their trip — perhaps to knock out some work! Closed Murphy Bed Some rooms have ample table space — especially the larger ones. You might find very limited desk space in value resort rooms. For instance, recently renovated rooms like those at Disney’s Pop Century Resort and Disney’s All-Star Resorts feature Murphy beds that, when lowered, remove all the desk space from the room. Want to learn more about things your hotel can do for you? Click here! 6. Thermostat Every Disney World Resort hotel is equipped with a thermostat! So, this isn’t one that you’ll need to make sure you think of in advance, but it is important to remember during your trip. Thermostat Like your room a little chillier? Or feeling the cold a little too much? You can change it. Typically, thermostats are set to 68 degrees on arrival so go ahead and set it how you’d like. PHOTOS: Disney World’s All-Star Movies Resort standard room 7. Lighting and Outlets For some, the lighting and outlets are something to be aware of when booking! Some rooms, for instance, are on the darker side, which might bother someone in your party. We noticed this is true with the lighting in the Pirate Rooms at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. Plus, you may want to make sure that there is separate bedside lighting from the main lighting in case one person wants to read while another sleeps. Bed And outlets are WAY important. Newer rooms, or those that are newly renovated, tend to have many outlets and even some built-in USB ports in the furniture, walls, or lighting fixtures. In an older room, you might not have as many outlet options as you’d like. Full Tour: Moana Rooms at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort 8. Bathroom Amenities Bathroom amenities absolutely do vary from hotel to hotel. Sure, in most instances you’ll have access to the basics, but some bathrooms are going to be better outfitted than others. Bathroom at Beach Club Do keep in mind that in most cases, you’ll have some toiletries, a full-length mirror, a hairdryer, and an iron and ironing board in your bathroom. These can really come in handy if you need them! But, if you’re looking for a robe, you’ll probably need to book a deluxe resort. Want to see some of the best bathrooms in Disney World? Click here! 9. Shower Pressure Speaking of the bathroom, showers vary in Disney World too! We’ve found that pressure is good in most Disney hotels. If you’re looking for a high-pressure shower, you might be out of luck, but the pressure is passable. Bathroom Some rooms do come outfitted with a handheld shower wand. This might be something you want to look for when you book or be aware of when you check in to your room. After all, you’ll want to have the best shower experience you can after a theme park day. To see some of the best Disney World rooms, click here! 10. Proximity to Pool This is a big one that you may not think about. If you’re staying in a room that has the pool right outside, you might find yourself dealing with some serious noise. The pools often play music or have trivia during the day (and even at night). If you’ve got a napping kid, being close to the pool will NOT be fun. Big Blue Pool When you check-in, you can make a room request to be located away from the pools. In some cases, preferred rooms (available at some resorts for a slightly higher rate) may be away from pools as well. Consult a resort hotel map when making your reservations! Want to see the best hotel pools in Disney World? Click here! 11. Vanity Space Alright, we’ve got another bathroom feature to consider and this is especially important for those who have a more involved skincare routine, wind-down routine, medicine routine, or anything else that might mean you need some counter space. Restroom in a Resort room at Bay Lake Tower Some resort hotel bathrooms have VERY limited vanity space. One example that springs to mind is that rooms at Disney’s Contemporary Resort have two HUGE sinks and barely any counter in the middle. That means nowhere to put your contacts, makeup, or whatever else. We recommend checking out photos of the bathroom in advance if this is a concern! PHOTOS: Go inside a TINY and EXPENSIVE hotel room in Disney World with us! 12. Renovations Alright, as we’ve mentioned a few times, some resorts have had their rooms renovated relatively recently. We’re looking at you, Moana rooms at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and updates at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Refurbished Guest Rooms at the Polynesian So, you might want to know which rooms have been renovated at hotels so that you can request those! When you book, speak with a Cast Member from Guest Services about whether or not any buildings or areas have been renovated recently, and then add them to your room requests during check-in. Full Room Tour: Go Inside the New Incredibles Rooms at Disney’s Contemporary Resort! 13. Exterior Hallways Finally, you’ll want to make sure you know what you’re getting into when it comes to your hallway. Yep, it can matter! There are SEVERAL Disney World Resort hotels that have exterior hallways so your door might open directly to the outside. Your walk to the lobby? All outside, too. How About a Stay at Pop Century? In the dry season, that might be A-OK, but you might find it a BIG hassle during hurricane season. Need to run to the lobby to grab something from the gift shop? Headed to your resort’s restaurant for dinner? Dealing with exterior hallways means you could end up drenched. Want t learn more about hurricane season in Disney World this year? Click here! There you go! Now you know 13 more things to keep in mind when you’re deciding where to stay in Disney World. If you have any questions, please ask away. And also know that a Disney World Cast Member or our friends at Small World Vacation can help as well! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney tips and updates! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video covering all the latest Disney news! We’re ready to eat some more food! We’ve got info on the Guardians virtual queue, BIG Genie+ changes are happening soon, more reopenings have been announced, and MORE! We’ve got all the latest Disney news you need to know about on DFB Guide. Check it all out in our latest video below! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/subscribe.png So check out the video and then let us know: Which Disney news are you the most excited about? The post DFB Video: Latest Disney News: Genie+ Changes, Guardians Virtual Queue Info, Food and Wine Announcements & MORE first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney+ is growing more and more every day! Disney+ Gift Card With increasing subscriber numbers, an upcoming series featuring a beloved Disney character, and an upcoming documentary about Elton John, it’s no wonder the platform is a success. Disney+ originals have been a highlight of the platform (they gave us Baby Yoda!), and this original series just got another season! Disney+’s High School Musical: The Musical: The Series just got a 4th season before the 3rd one has even premiered. The hit mockumentary premiered on Disney+ in 2019, and the newest season will premiere on Disney+ this summer! High School Musical: The Musical: The Series ©Disney The 3rd season of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series will follow the Wildcats to a sleep-away summer camp where they will be putting on a production of Disney’s Frozen. Check out this new preview! Season 3 premieres on July 27th, and will have episodes every Wednesday! ©Disney || High School Musical The Musical The Series The show stars Joshua Bassett (Ricky), Sofia Wylie (Gina), Matt Cornett (E.J.), Julia Lester (Ashlyn), Dara Reneé (Kourtney), Frankie Rodriguez (Carlos), Saylor Bell Curda (Maddox) and Adrian Lyles (Jet). Corbin Bleu (himself), Meg Donnelly (Val), Jason Earles (Dewey Wood), Kate Reinders (Miss Jenn), Olivia Rose Keegan (Lily), Olivia Rodrigo (Nini), Larry Saperstein (Big Red) and Joe Serafini (Seb) will star this season. High School Musical: The Musical: The Series ©Disney We’ll keep you updated on all the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see when the New ‘Baymax’ Series is Coming to Disney+! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you seen High School Musical: The Musical: The Series? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Disney's 'High School Musical' Series to Get a 4th Season! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We could go on and on about all the things we love when it comes to Disney World. The ICONIC Mickey Ice Cream Bar! But of course, we wouldn’t be where we are today if it weren’t for our love of Disney FOOD! Some of our favorite foods and snacks of ALL TIME are found in Disney World, and we’re even guilty of making special trips to the parks just because we had a craving. Apparently, Disney doesn’t always agree with our favorite eats as items can be removed from menus without warning — causing us to lament the snacks of days past. Here are the top foods we wish would come back to Disney World! When it comes to dining in Disney World, we have a love-hate relationship. We’ve tried some incredible dishes that have essentially changed our lives, but we’ve also eaten some snacks that we really wish we hadn’t. And then, there are the Disney World snacks that are long gone but we can’t stop dreaming about, like the… Kakamora Float This twist on a classic Disney treat was introduced at Aloha Isle in Magic Kingdom back in 2019 and has popped up here and there now and again, too. The beloved Kakamora Float Made with coconut soft-serve and topped with pineapple juice and blue curaçao (plus a Chocolate Kakamora cake pop!), this refreshing treat is the perfect way to cool off on a hot park day. Click here to see a review of the Kakamora Float at Aloha Isle Pepperoni Pizza Spring Rolls We’re stopping by another Magic Kingdom quick-service spot to talk about our next retired snack — the Pepperoni Pizza Spring Rolls. Pepperoni Pizza Spring Rolls Once found over at the Adventureland Spring Roll Cart, these pockets of pepperoni pizza pleasure were filled with mozzarella cheese and pepperoni, and served with a side of marinara sauce. I mean, would you just look at this work of art? Not all hope is lost, though, as Disney has brought these back before and the Spring Roll Cart switches out flavors somewhat frequently! Click here to see the newest pepperoni pizza snack in Disney World Peanut Butter Pie Oh, beloved Peanut Butter Pie from Contempo Cafe at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. How we wish you still existed in your original form. This vanilla tart shell was filled with vanilla and peanut butter cream cheese filling and chocolate ganache and IT. WAS. ASTONISHING. We LOVED Peanut Butter Pie Of course, you had to be a peanut butter fan to love this treat — it is literally called Peanut Butter Pie, after all. This thing had it all — a soft shell that was almost like a cookie, not to mention the peanut butter cream cheese frosting that was essentially a spiritual experience. We miss you… For now, we’ll have to settle for the 50th Anniversary Peanut Butter-Banana Pie at Contempo Cafe instead. Click here to read our review of the 50th Anniversary Peanut Butter Pie impostor. Cheshire Cake Cups Once upon a time, there was a place so magical, so wonderful that they served cake… in a cup. Okay, the place still exists — Cheshire Cafe in Magic Kingdom — but the Cheshire Cake Cups that were once available at this quick-service spot are no more. Cake Cups at Cheshire Cafe These bad boys were basically cake parfaits — layers of frosting and cake in a cup that you were supposed to eat with a fork or spoon. There were different flavors like Mad Hatter Mocha and Queen of Hearts Strawberry (among others) and THEY. WERE. SO. GOOD. White Chocolate Rabbit and Queen of Hearts Strawberry Shortcake Cake Cups But truthfully, what wouldn’t be great about cake in a cup? Click here to see our review of a Cheshire Cake Cup Everest Base Camp Macaron In 2021, Disney World finally smiled upon us and gave us a twist on an iconic Disneyland treat — the Matterhorn Macaroon. The Everest Base Camp Macaroon made its debut at Animal Kingdom in 2021 and we were ecstatic. Everest Base Camp Macaroon This mountain of a macaroon featured three (!!!) mountain peaks made of chocolate and coconut macaroons, plus white chocolate “snowcaps” and green tea chocolate crumbs at the base. Please bring this one back, Disney! It was so delicious and had such an interesting flavor profile that we found ourselves coming back to it again and again — until Disney got rid of it just a few short weeks later! Check out our review of the Everest Base Camp Macaroon here Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Sandwich Another one of our favorite snacks that Disney World no longer serves was the Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Sandwich found at Dino-Bite Snacks in Animal Kingdom. This was a strawberry ice cream sandwich made with sugar cookies rolled in strawberry and vanilla cake crumbs. Animal Kingdom Knows How to do Sweets Y’all. This thing was the BOMB. There were fresh strawberries in the ice cream, and soft, chewy sugar cookies were top-notch. It reminded us of those strawberry shortcake ice cream bars you’d get from the ice cream truck! Check out our full review of the Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Sandwich Key Lime Pie on a Stick Back in the day, you used to be able to find a portable version of a popular Florida dessert at the Neighborhood Bakery in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Key Lime Pie on a Stick The Key Lime Pie on a Stick was a welcome respite from the Central Florida sun, and was the perfect combination of tart and sweet. Not to mention, don’t things just taste better when you eat them off of a stick (shoutout to all corn dogs everywhere!)? Read MORE about the Key Lime Pie on a Stick HERE! Brown Derby Lounge Cobb Salad Did you know there’s a way to enjoy many table-service restaurants in Disney World without a reservation? Welcome to the world of Disney lounges. One of our favorites is over in Hollywood Studios at the Hollywood Brown Derby. Brown Derby Here, you can get many a delightful cocktail, but you can also order select food items from the Brown Derby menu — like their famous Cobb Salad. It used to come in a lounge-sized portion at lounge-sized prices, but unfortunately that isn’t the case any longer. Cobb Salad You can still get the Cobb Salad at the Brown Derby Lounge, but it’ll be the full-size portion! Click here to see our latest review of the Hollywood Brown Derby We could name so many amazing eats from around Disney World that we wish would come back to the parks, and Disney is always surprising us so we’re still holding out hope. For the latest Disney food news and more, be sure to stay tuned to DFB! A NEW Art Walk is coming to Disney Springs! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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It’s no secret that we’re big fans of Wine Bar George around here. Outdoor Seating at Wine Bar George They have consistently amazing food, and there’s typically something new to check out! There are so many great things to eat in Disney Springs, but Wine Bar George is always one of our top recommendations! They’re cooking up something special this weekend, but it’s only available for a limited time! For this weekend only, Wine Bar George is serving a Pan Seared Pork Chop, and it looks delicious! It also has Braised Leeks, Grilled Mushrooms, Chicharrón and Leek Broth. They also recommended two different Pinot Noirs to accompany it! This Pork Chop is available at dinner exclusively this Friday through Sunday, so if you want to give this a try, head over to Wine Bar George before it’s gone! Wine Bar George We’ll keep you updated on all the latest Disney food news, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see our Review of Disney World’s New Sweet Tea Fried Chicken! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever been to Wine Bar George? Let us know in the comments! The post Why Wine Bar George Fans NEED to go to Disney Springs This Weekend 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. Listen, there’s a TON of merchandise in Disney World! 50th Anniversary Merchandise There are countless gift shops with unique collections, and all kinds of items from pins to shirts to toys and so many other things that we couldn’t even begin to list them all! It can be a bit overwhelming to do your shopping while you’re on your trip, simply because of the sheer volume of choices out there, but don’t worry — a lot of those same products are available online. And you can often find them at a discount! This week, we’re sharing all the NEW merchandise Disney dropped online! Pride Collection Each year shortly before June, Disney releases a Pride collection of rainbow merchandise in the parks and online. This year’s collection not only has Disney items, but also includes products themed to Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar. You can pick up things like this Marvel Pride Collection T-Shirt for Adults on shopDisney for $29.99. Marvel Pride Shirt One of the more popular items we spotted in the parks was this Disney Pride Loungefly Mini Backpack for $75. It was flying off the shelves on the first day, but you can avoid the crowds and order it online instead. Popular Pride Loungefly Backpack And you know that no Disney collection these days is complete without a tumbler — this Disney Pride Tumbler is online for $24.99. Disney Pride Tumbler Until June 30th, Disney is donating 100% of the profits from this collection to organizations that support LGBTQIA+ youth and families. To learn more and to see more items from the collection, click below. Click Here to See More of the Collection! Pandora Anniversary Merch May 27th is a big day for Disney World — it’s not only the opening of the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ride, but it’s also the 5-year anniversary of the opening of Pandora in Animal Kingdom! In honor of the occasion, we’ve got a new collection of merchandise. You can pick up this Pandora – The World of Avatar Light-Up Loungefly Backpack with STUNNING artwork on the front for $80. Loungefly Backpack Need a new phone accessory? This Pandora: The World of Avatar Rainbow PopGrip is inspired by the iconic floating mountains and beautiful sunsets of the planet and it’s available on shopDisney for $19.99. Plus, it glows in the dark! PopGrip | ©Disney For those fans who want to dress the part, check out the Pandora – The World of Avatar Adult Bomber Jacket. It’ll be a great accessory for those cold nights in Pandora (if that EVER happens — Florida weather, ya know?), and you can buy it for $64.99. Pandora Bomber There are several more items available in the parks and online, so make sure to check them out on your next visit! See More Pandora Anniversary Merch Here! New Ears And finally, we’ve got to mention the very…umm, unique…new ears that dropped online! We spotted the Captain Marvel ears in Disneyland, but now they’re on shopDisney for all to purchase, and they are a CHOICE. Is that a… mohawk?! We love that Captain Marvel logo, but the mohawk might be just a smidge much. Seriously…WOW. If you’re looking to make a fashion statement, order them for $29.99. Get All the Details on the Ears Here! That’s everything new online this week! Stay tuned to DFB for all the major merchandise updates and all the Disney news that you need to know about — we’ve got you covered with the latest! 10 Disney World Tips That Really ARE As Good As People Say — 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. Which of these items would you consider buying? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney Dropped TWO Collections and Some WEIRD Ears Online This Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue is FINALLY coming back to Disney World! Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue The popular dinner show returns on June 23rd and reservations open on May 26th. We have an update on the pricing, seating chart, and more, so here’s everything you need to do if you’re planning on a reservation soon! Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue is located in Pioneer Hall in Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campgrounds, and it’s a 2-hour show to watch alongside an all-you-care-to-enjoy meal of fried chicken, smoked BBQ pork ribs, and lots more. Even draft beer, wine, and sangria are unlimited! Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue Unless you’re staying at the Fort Wilderness Campsites or Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort, there’s no direct way to get to the show from your Disney hotel, so Disney recommends arriving 30 minutes before your reservation. This means making a plan for your transportation, whether you’re riding a bus from a Disney park, parking, or taking the ferry from Magic Kingdom. Boat from Disney’s Fort Wilderness The Pioneer Hall doors open at 4PM, 6:15PM, and 8:30PM, and seating begins immediately at those times. The show begins 20 minutes after the doors open. Entrance for Hoop Dee Doo Pricing depends on the seating chart, with main floor seating at the highest price tier. Category 3, the side balconies, costs $66 per adult and $39 for children ages 3 to 9. Category 2, the center balcony, costs $69 per adult and $40 per child, and the main floor, or Category 1, costs $74 per adult and $44 per child. Wheelchair-accessible seating is available in Categories 1 and 2. ©Disney Prepayment is required, which means you need to pay for your meal in full when you book your reservation. Tickets will no longer be utilized, so you’ll need to check in to your reservation via the My Disney Experience app or at the check-in booth. Hoop-Dee-Doo Pioneer Hall Players Reservations open on May 26th, so make sure you’re prepared to pre-pay for your reservation in full! Keep following DFB for more Disney news! Check out our review of Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue 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. Do you have a Hoop-Dee-Doo reservation coming soon? Tell us in the comments! The post PRICING and SHOWTIMES for Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Heading to Disney World this summer? Animal Kingdom crowds You’re not alone, according to the Park Pass Reservation calendar! Between summer travel crowds, EPCOT festivals, and a new attraction opening soon, Disney World is going to be one busy spot this summer (but what else is new?). We’re taking a look at summer park pass reservation availability in Disney World! The Disney World Park Pass Reservation System is here to stay, at least for the time being — and the calendar is already filling up for the summer months, so let’s check it out! Incredi Pass Reservation Availability Incredi Pass holders currently have wide-open availability for the month of June at the moment. July is also wide open for Incredi Pass holders! ©Disney Incredi Pass holders also have their run of the parks every day in August for now, too! ©Disney Keep in mind that reservations tend to fill up and sell out closer to the date of your visit. Sorcerer Pass Reservation Availability Sorcerer Pass holders can visit any Disney World park daily throughout June. ©Disney July hasn’t filled up for the Sorcerer Pass just yet, either. ©Disney And the same can be said for August! ©Disney We expect that dates around July 4th will sell out — Disney even does special fireworks to celebrate! Pirate Pass Reservation Availability Shiver our timbers, because Pirate Pass holders have open park pass availability throughout the month of June. ©Disney Park passes are wide open for Pirate Pass holders in July as well — aside from July 1st through 4th, where the pass is blocked out. ©Disney Luckily, August is once again wide open for Pirate Pass holders. ©Disney Let’s move on to the last Annual Pass tier! Pixie Dust Pass Reservation Availability Aside from the normal weekend blockout dates, Pixie Dust Pass holders can visit the parks every weekday in June. ©Disney Reservations are open in July as well — other than weekends and July 1st and 4th. ©Disney Pixie Dust Pass holders can visit the parks every weekday in August as of now. ©Disney Things are looking up for Disney World Annual Pass holders, as summer reservations still seem to be rather abundant — can the same be said for Theme Park ticket holders? Theme Park Ticket Reservation Availability June is filling up pretty quickly for theme park ticket holders! The last week still has availability, along with most weekends other than June 5th. ©Disney Surprisingly, July is still wide open for theme park ticket holders. This is likely to change as the July 4th holiday approaches! ©Disney Theme park ticket holders are currently able to visit the parks every day in August, as well. ©Disney Park pass reservation availability is always subject to change, so if you’re planning a trip make sure you stay updated! Select Resort Hotels Reservation Availability June has started to fill up for Select Disney Resort hotel guests as well, but there are still some reservations available at the end of the month. ©Disney For now, July looks to be wide open with availability for hotel guests. ©Disney August is wide open and hasn’t started filling up with reservations for hotel guests just yet, either! ©Disney If you’re heading to Disney World this summer, make sure you keep an eye on the park pass reservation calendar and book your passes before your visit! We’re always keeping an eye on park availability, so be sure to stay to Disney Food Blog for the latest updates. See which park passes you need to book for Disney World in 2022 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. Are you planning a summer 2022 Disney World trip? Let us know in the comments! The post A Realistic Look at Summer Park Pass Availability in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Haven’t been to Disney in a minute? Not all caught up on the latest Disney news? Well there have been some BIG announcements this week you need to know about! EPCOT From BIG Food & Wine Festival news for EPCOT to a very important Genie+ change, we’ve got all of the latest information wrapped up in one place just for you. So let’s get started! EPCOT Food & Wine Festival News We begin our journey through Disney news at EPCOT with some exciting news about the 2022 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival! First, Disney has revealed the FULL list of food booths that will be coming to the Festival this year. There will be a number of returning booths, like the Coastal Eats booth, Brew-Wing at the Odyssey, Hawaiʻi, and Mac & Eats. Hawai’i Menu Items 2021 But there will also be a brand NEW booth all about…fries! Click here to see more about the booths that will be available! Disney also shared a first look at the Eat to the Beat Concert series line-up, and yes, BOYZ II MEN IS BACK. Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Performing at Eat to the Beat | 2009 Disney has also released details about the return of Eat to the Beat dining packages, including some day-of options that will be available. Check out some of the Eat to the Beat news here! We also got some exciting details about the cheese crawl that will be returning to the Festival this year, including just how it’ll be UPGRADED! Fromage Montage from 2021 We can’t wait to learn more about the Festival as its opening date approaches. Click here to see everything CONFIRMED to return to the Food and Wine Festival! Genie+ Changes In terms of Genie+ changes, there have been quite a few made recently. The most important change relates to HOW you buy Genie+. ©Disney Previously, some guests (with multi-day tickets and vacation packages) could buy Genie+ as an add-on in advance of their stay. Soon, that’ll go away and ALL guests will have to buy Genie+ on the day of their visit (one day at a time). Click here to see more about this BIG change Disney has also REMOVED a Genie+ Lightning Lane from a Hollywood Studios character meet-and-greet location. And some limited-time Genie+ changes are coming for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, which will make the ride available through the standard Genie+ service for a little while. That standby wait time can fluctuate throughout the day! As always, things with Genie+ are subject to change again, so be sure to check back with us for the latest updates. Is Genie+ NECESSARY in Disney World? We spill the tea! Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind News Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will be opening soon in EPCOT, and when it does, it’ll feature a virtual queue. This week we got more info about just how that virtual queue will work. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind There will be 2 sign-up times for regular park guests, plus a BONUS third sign-up time for Deluxe Resort and Deluxe Villas guests who will be in EPCOT for Extended Evening Hours (on the select nights when that exclusive perk is being offered). (Remember that Extended Evening Hours lets those staying at Disney’s Deluxe Resorts, Deluxe Villas, and select other hotels to stay in certain Disney parks for extra hours at night on select days.) Get FULL virtual queue details here! Early Theme Park Entry EXTENDED and 2023 Bookings! Love getting the chance to spend more time in the parks with Early Theme Park Entry? Then you’ll be thrilled to know that Early Theme Park Entry (which was initially introduced as a special 50th Anniversary offering) has been extended through 2023! Early Theme Park Entry allows all Disney World hotel guests to enter any of the 4 theme parks 30 minutes early each day. Early Entry Speaking of 2023 — when will those 2023 dates be available for booking?! We have an answer! 2023 tickets, hotels, and packages will become available to book on June 8th! Get those planning books ready — it’s almost time to arrange your 2023 Disney World trip. Click here to read more about the Early Theme Park Entry extension Disney+ Ads When it comes to Disney+, we also got some news about the streaming service this week — specifically when it comes to its ad-supported version, which will be debuting later in 2022. This week Disney shared a look at what type of ads they will run, and, perhaps more specifically, what type of ads will NOT be allowed on the service. Political ads and alcohol ads will not be accepted, and Disney also won’t take any ads from rival outlets or entertainment studios. ©Disney In addition to the type of ads, we learned just how LONG ad time will be. Disney (for now) has committed to just about 4 minutes of advertisements per hour, with no ads for preschoolers who use their child profile. We’ll be watching for more Disney+ news as other details are revealed about the ad-supported version of the service. Click here to see concept art and title announced for a NEW Pixar film! HUGE Reopening News This week’s news doesn’t end there though! Just recently Disney shared an official reopening date for the Harmony Barber Shop on Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom! Click here to see the full details! Harmony Barber Shop In other exciting news, Disney also shared Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique will be reopening this year in Disney World and Disneyland! Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Looks like the time for a royal makeover will be here soon! Other News! In other miscellaneous Disney news, Florida Governor DeSantis has said that the state government will control Disney World’s Reedy Creek Improvement District, but many details have yet to be revealed. This week we also got to see the results of an opinion poll that revealed whether the public prefers Disney or Governor DeSantis. The answer might surprise you! Florida Governor Ron DeSantis ©Deadline Also, we wanted to mention that tickets are now on sale for the general public for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! Boo to You! Select groups can get a DISCOUNT on the Halloween Party tickets, so be sure to check and see if you qualify! See how you could WIN a Disney World vacation by going to McDonald’s! Other news was also shared this week — check out the links below to learn more: A Disney executive has said that Encanto could be coming to the parks soon! New art walk announced for Disney Springs Get an UPDATE on the $5 lawsuit concerning Disney’s Park Pass system Florida is now considered the LEAST affordable place to live in the country See how Disney is making you stay in Magic Kingdom LONGER We love Mirabel! The Orlando Airport resumes flights with another international airline Disney is donating 100% of revenues from their Pride Collection merchandise for a limited time There’s a new souvenir tiki mug you can get at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Disney Cruise Line is resuming trips to Alaska See all of the NEW food at Disney World for the summer Pepperoni Pizza Roll COVID-19 testing updates hit Disney Cruise Line Get a FIRST LOOK at the Disney Enchanted Tiki Room Mickey collection An Elton John documentary is coming to Disney+ New menu items are coming to California Grill in Disney World Learn about the SECRET holiday celebration going on in Disney World ALERT: A massive Orange Bird cupcake exists in Disney World It’s so cute! Stay tuned for more Disney news from us here at DFB! Click here to see how you can catch a PREVIEW of Lightyear in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What Disney news from this week surprised you the most? Tell us in the comments! The post Genie+ CHANGES, Food & Wine Festival News, and More Disney News From This Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is way more than theme parks. It’s also Disney Springs PLUS all the wonderfully-themed Disney World hotels. Caribbean Beach Resort Whether you want to feel like you’re vacationing on the French Riviera or spending time at a beach in the Caribbean or reliving pop culture nostalgia, each Disney World hotel is unique and has its own kind of charm. We visit the hotels often to see what’s been going on at them, so let’s get to the latest round of hotel updates! Caribbean Beach Merchandise Updates Calypso Trading Post We are loving all the hotel ornaments that have been coming out and now there’s one for Caribbean Beach. The front looks like the hotel’s exterior. Caribbean Beach Resort Ornament While the back has Mickey and Minnie decked out in their beach clothes in a tiny version of the hotel’s interior. This ornament is $29.99. New Caribbean Beach Resort Ornament! The Minnie Sweatshirt we’ve seen elsewhere is also here. Minnie’s faces! We love all the Minnie expressions on this shirt. So fun! Only Select Disney World Guests Can Buy the Newest MagicBand — Do You Qualify? Caribbean Beach Construction Updates The Martinique Pool has reopened! It’s reopened! So you have another option for swimming while you’re staying here! Here’s Our RANKING of the 5 NEW Character Sundaes in Disney World Pop Century Food Updates Petals Pool Bar The specialty drink right now is the Golden Haze Margarita for $14. Yum! It’s made with Teremana Blanca Tequila, Grand Marnier Liqueur, Lime Juice, and Agave Syrup and Sour Topped with Fresh Orange and Kosher Salt. Here’s How to WIN a Disney World Vacation by Going to McDonald’s! Pop Century Merchandise Updates Everything POP! The 50th Anniversary Plushes we recently saw in Magic Kingdom are here, too, for $29.99 each. We found Daisy and Donald! These have also been spotted in the parks! These plushes are adorable The Pooh Kitchen accessories are here, too, like the Hunny Jar… Jar for your hunny …and the Soap Dispenser. Don’t forget to wash your hands with Pooh A happy home is one decked out with Pooh! Here Are 19 Disney Snacks For Under $10 That We Like MORE Than $50 Meals Art of Animation Merchandise Updates Ink and Paint Gift Shop The Goofy 50th Anniversary Plush is here! Goofy! We also found a new Fierce nuiMOs Outfit. For the FIERCE nuiMOs The outfit is $12.99. Check Out These NEW MENU Items Coming to California Grill in Disney World Art of Animation Construction Updates There’s some painting and construction happening around Art of Animation. Things are getting spruced up! We saw this construction in the Finding Nemo area of the resort. Here Are 9 BIG Problems You’ll Face in Disney World (and How to Solve Them) Fort Wilderness Merchandise Updates Settlement Trading Post We found the Pride Beach Towel. Pride Beach Towel This is part of Disney’s new Pride Collection. The SECRET Drink Rewards Program in Disney World — Learn More! Wilderness Lodge Merchandise Updates Wilderness Lodge Mercantile You can now get a Wilderness Lodge Totem Pole Shirt. Disney character totem pole The shirt is $24.99. Here’s How to Get a DISCOUNT on Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Tickets in Disney World Those are all the updates we have for now, but stay tuned because we’ll be back with even more! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you have a favorite Disney World hotel? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Disney World Hotels: 50th Anniversary Plushes and Kitchen Gear! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

As the sounds of lions roaring and birds chirping fill the air of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, there’s another unique noise you might hear when walking around the park. The thundering beat of the Discovery Island Drummers engulfs the park multiple times a day with the crash of cymbals, thud of drums and pop of the […]View the full article

Will there be a Disney Military Discount next year? Is a question that I begin getting in increasing numbers starting every June. This year the queries have started even earlier, so I’m posting this earlier than usual. The military community starts asking this question in the June timeframe because Disney usually releases their general public […] The post When Will Disney Renew the Disney Armed Forces Salute for 2023? appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

Picture it: you’ve gotten back to your Disney World hotel after a LOOOONG day in the parks. You just showered, put on your comfy PJs, turned on the Disney TV to that lovely channel with the amazing music loop (you know what we’re talking about), and your feet are finally up, resting on the bed. And then you realize…you gotta eat. Disney’s Grand Floridian UGH! You’re not feeling any of the food in the resort’s quick service restaurant. All you want is some food from the “outside” world to be delivered to you! What do you order? Well, we’ve got a handy dandy list for you to use with just a few potential picks! Some of these suggestions come from our very own team members, based on the food they love to grab when in the Orlando area. Others come with pretty good ratings and could give you something unique to try! All are available for delivery (based on our check to deliver food items to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort through one of a few delivery services). Let’s dive into the food! 1 — Giordano’s This choice came recommended SPEEDILY from one of our team members who shares that they can’t get items from this spot where they live, so they LOVE to order it when they’re in Disney and looking for a non-Disney meal. The Giordano’s menu includes a whole bunch of Italian-style items including salads, garlic Parmesan fries, garlic bread, thin crust pizza, STUFFED(!) deep dish pizza, sandwiches, and classic Italian dishes. ©Giordano’s You can visit the Giordano’s website to learn more and order delivery from the Lake Buena Vista location (12151 S Apopka Vineland Rd, Lake Buena Vista FL 32836). Prices range from around $5 for some appetizers to upwards of $42 for large stuffed deep dish pizzas. 2 — Publix Sub More in the mood for a sandwich? Allow us to introduce you to the BEAUTY that is a Publix sub. We’re talking the BELOVED chicken tender sub, an Italian sub, a turkey sub, and more. There are SO many choices and so many ways to customize things to make the perfect sandwich for you! ©Publix You can place an order through the Instacart app or online through Publix/Instacart to deliver these incredible sandwiches straight to you! Subs typically start at around $7 for a half, closer to $11 for a whole — but prices can vary. 3 — Jersey Mike’s Subs Another sub/sandwich option is Jersey Mike’s! There’s a local right over in Windemere, just a hop, skip, and a jump away from Disney World’s hotels. From cold subs to hot subs, there’s plenty to pick from. Maybe a Club Sub is in your future? Or perhaps it’s all about Mike’s Famous Philly? The choice is yours! ©Jersey Mike’s Jersey Mike’s subs are sliced and served fresh, and each sub is made to order so you can really get this done how YOU want it! You can order these sandwiches and get them delivered to your hotel through Uber Eats or Door Dash. Subs can range from around $9.15 to $11+, though you can get some mini subs for less or giant subs for more! 4 — Flippers Pizzeria Looking for another pizza option? Might we suggest Flippers Pizzeria?! They’ve got salads, Asiago pepperoni rolls(!), sandwiches, brick oven pizzas, calzones, and more! ©Flippers Pizzeria You can order plenty of goodies from this spot through Uber Eats and Door Dash. Prices can start at around $5 for some salads or sides and go to around $25 for a 16″ pizza. 5 — Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers If a burger is more your style, Orlando has a ton of options. One of our team member’s favorites is Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers! In terms of savory options, you’ll find steakburgers of all kinds — including one that comes as a patty melt, a double with cheese, or even one that is California style! There are also chicken sandwiches, frozen custard (HELLO did someone say a turtle sundae?!?), hot dogs, and more. ©Freddy’s You can order from Freddy’s through Uber Eats and Door Dash. Burgers can run you around $9.40-$11, while frozen custard can be around $8.15 (sometimes more or less depending on size and toppings). 6 — Run and Run Chinese Restaurant Sometimes nothing hits the spot better than fried rice, a little sweet and sour chicken, and some krab rangoon. And for that, Run and Run Chinese Restaurant has you covered! Run and Run is a Chinese restaurant that’s got all your favorites — beef with broccoli, honey chicken, family meals that’ll feed the whole gang, and even fried sweet donuts! ©Run and Run Chinese You can order from Run and Run Chinese through Uber Eats. Prices range anywhere from just under $2 for certain appetizers to upwards of nearly $70 for a family meal for 5. 7 — Kilwins (Celebration) What about dessert? Well, we haven’t left you hanging there! Over at Kilwins (Celebration), you can get some seriously SWEET treats. Peanut caramel corn, peanut brittle, ice cream, milkshakes, all kinds of chocolate-covered things, fudge, caramel apples, and MORE make up their menu. ©Kilwins Sweets are no joke here! You can order from Kilwins through Door Dash and Uber Eats. Prices vary a lot depending on what you get. On the lower end of things, you can pick up a milk chocolate peanut butter cup for $4.99. On the higher end, you can go BIG with a $34.99 family assortment (14oz) of chocolate! BONUS! Of course, we’re all about food here so we couldn’t just limit our list to those picks above! We gotta give you some bonus options. Here are just a few: Tijuana Flats (Mexican/American food) (4.6 stars on Uber Eats and Door Dash) Shake Shack (burgers and other sandwiches) (4.6 stars on Uber Eats, 4.4 stars on Door Dash) (Warning: Uber Eats delivery fee can be quite expensive and more than $7) Five Guys (burgers and other items) (4.5 stars on Uber Eats; 4.6 stars on DoorDash) ©Tijuana Flats Santiagos Restaurant (Spanish, Latin fusion, Caribbean — Cuban sandwich, churrasco steak, etc.) (4.7 stars on Door Dash and Uber Eats) Bento Asian Kitchen + Sushi (Asian, Chinese, sushi, Japanese, fusion — everything from poke bowls to sushi rolls and bento boxes) (4.7 stars on Uber Eats and Door Dash) Chik-Fil-A (chicken sandwiches and nuggets) (4.7 stars on Door Dash) Pineapple Grill (breakfast spot with Mickey Pancakes! and more) (4.9 stars on Door Dash) Keke’s Breakfast Cafe (breakfast spot with waffles, pancakes, omelets, and more) (4.6 stars on Door Dash and Uber Eats) ©Keke’s Breakfast Cafe And, of course, you’ll find more local spots available through both platforms, as well as more chain restaurants — it all depends on what you’re in the mood for! That’s just a look at some of the places you can order from while at Disney World. A few rules: before ordering, triple check that the restaurant/store can deliver to your location; be sure to check on those prices and menu offerings as things can change; check to see if there’s a particular delivery service/app that is more economical in terms of delivery fees. Also, keep in mind that these delivery services can’t deliver all the way to your room, so be prepared to walk to the lobby/front of the resort to pick up your food! Righteous Reef Playground Remember you can also order some pretty amazing stuff from local business owners (some of which are former Cast Members) if you’re looking for cool cakes, awesome charcuterie boards, and more! We’ll keep an eye out for more Disney news and other tips/tricks to help you plan the perfect Disney trip! What items from Amazon can you have delivered to your resort hotel? Click here to find out! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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. Where do you like to order from when you’re at a Disney World hotel? Tell us in the comments! The post The 7 BEST Places to Order Fast Food From When Staying at a Disney World Hotel first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

What’s one of the highlights of being a Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ subscriber? You get to celebrate national streaming day – everyday! Not just on May 20th like everyone else… and if you’re like me, you find yourself binge-watching exciting shows weekly, or reliving your favorite classic Disney films, mine personally being “Aladdin.” But more often […]View the full article

Disney World’s 50th anniversary has been quite the celebration so far. 50th Anniversary on Cinderella Castle The celebration has brought a TON of new things to the resort, including new food, gold statues of SO many of our favorite characters, new costumes for characters, special cavalcades, and more. Now, the anniversary is about to spill out further into Orlando! Not too long ago, we told you about plans Disney had to build a massive art installation near Orlando’s I-Drive. At the time, Disney was seeking approval from Orange County to build this art display at 8050 International Drive on the Hollywood Plaza garage. ©Wallack Holdings | Obtained via the Orlando Business Journal Disney just released even MORE details about the animated art display which will “showcase some of your favorite Disney characters and attractions in a whole new way.” Disney wrote: “Get ready to experience Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and other Fab 50 golden sculpts as they come to life in an impressive ribbon-like Disney art display that enwraps the outside of the Hollywood Plaza garage. And that’s only the beginning! The dynamic art display will feature additional Disney characters, celebrations, and more over time.” Concept art ©Disney But wait — because there’s more. You will also be able to go INSIDE the building where you’ll find a brand new Walt Disney World Store that will have merchandise and ticket sales. The store will also have the first-ever interactive Disney Vacation Club Virtual Discovery Station. The DVC Virtual Discovery Station will have floor-to-ceiling screens and offer first-person virtual tours, photo galleries, and videos. Concept art ©Disney So when will guests be able to check all this out? Sooner than you think! The new store will open on May 31st! We can’t wait to see it for ourselves. We’ll keep you updated on ALL Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Here’s The 50th Anniversary Disney Merchandise You HAVEN’T Seen Yet 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 checking out the new store? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: An Interactive Disney Store Is Coming to Orlando first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There’s a secret way to get a FREE drink in Disney World and we’re going to tell you ALL about it. The Edison You might know about The Edison in Disney Springs because of its fun eats, GIANT cocktails, and live entertainment, but did you know it has a secret drink program that could get you a beverage for FREE? Let’s dive into the details! Recently we were invited by The Edison to come out and try some of their cocktails and eats. Have You Been Here? As we mentioned above, many know The Edison for its amazing atmosphere (major steampunk vibes)… So Fun! …and live entertainment. Though they used to offer some more unique entertainment offerings (with 21+ entertainment on some nights, a cabaret show, and more) certain offerings have stopped due to COVID-19. Still, you can stop by for live entertainment many nights! The Stage But if you’re sleeping on some of their cocktails, you’re missing out! Drinks (And a Secret Rewards Program!) We’ll start with the drinks. During the media event, we got to try 2 of The Edison’s “High Roller Cocktails.” What makes these cocktails so special? Well they’re pretty expensive (we’re talking more than $30 for 1 DRINK!). But they come with a special perk. You get a gold coin for each one you purchase. Another Coin Once you get 4 gold coins (after purchasing 4 of the High Roller Cocktails) you can turn those in and get a fifth drink FREE! So it gives you a reason to either grab a few drinks during your time there or come back again and again! It’s a secret rewards program you may have never even known about! Would You Try to Get 4? We got to try 2 of the High Roller Cocktails during our visit. The first is the With Love, Mina which is priced at $32. The Edison describes this drink as being “as vibrant and beautiful as a love letter from Edison’s wife,” and it is meant to tell a story of passion and romance. Fresh strawberries and stoli elit meet for a 72 our infusion to help create this drink. The drink also features creme de cacao, faretti biscotti, and Woodford chocolate bitters. With Love, Mina has actually changed slightly since the winter as it now features some newer seasonal flavors. With Love, Mina It was a VERY light drink and you could tell that it was very well made with high quality ingredients. The strawberry is really strong and the strawberry flavor that comes through is really fresh (not artificial). We could also taste that chocolate just lingering on our tongue. This drink is smooth, almost like drinking a kind of delicious and sweet candy. It gave us Valentine’s Day vibes, and our reporter shared that it was one of the BEST cocktails they’ve had in a while! This Was So Good! If you’re looking for a sweeter drink with a chocolate and strawberry spin, this is for you! If, on the other hand, you want a drink with a stronger taste of alcohol, you may want to pick another option here. The alcohol sort-of sneaks up on you here and was more subtle. Our Drink The next drink we got to try was A Fire in Vermont, priced at $36. This drink is a Vermont-based cocktail served flaming bar side! The drink is made with whistle pig 10 year rye, Antica formula vermouth, cherry brandy, bogarts bitters, and a flame kissed caramelized absinthe wash. The drink has been around for a bit but was a new addition within the past year. It Begins! The presentation here is truly a sight to behold. Just look at those flames pouring out! So Cool! To us, this drink was very similar to an old fashioned, but was a bit sweeter. The first taste we got was that smokey caramel. It was very aromatic and captured the smell of sweet whiskey. WOW We could also taste a hint of orange zest from the floating peel, which added a nice, fresh flavor to it all. For us, the rye was a bit overpowering, but the cherry shined through for just a bit, which we really enjoyed. Our Drink If you like vermouth, this could be a great pick for you as that flavor really comes through. A Closer Look But if you prefer a sweet drink, look elsewhere! Eats Next, we got to try a few eats from The Edison. From the “Shares & Nibbles” portion of the menu, we got the ever-popular DB ‘Clothesline Candied Bacon,’ which is priced at $18. The dish features bacon (of course) covered in maple and black pepper, and also includes a fruit mostarda and a sweet and spicy pickle. This is a signature item at The Edison and one we’ve had in the past. As we’ve mentioned before, it’s EXPENSIVE for just 4 strips of bacon, but in the past when we’ve had this it has MELTED in our mouths and been worth the cost (despite how badly we wanted to hate it because of that high price). So how did it hold up this time? The Bacon The black pepper was very strong, while the maple was light but still added the right amount of sweetness needed to balance the spiciness of the pepper. Because of the way the grease and maple dripped down, the best part of the bacon was right at the bottom, where it had soaked up ALL that goodness! The bacon was perfectly cooked — nice and chewy, not really crunchy. Would You Try These? The fruit mostarda was sweet and fruity — a great complement to the peppery bacon. The mostarda gave us papaya/peachy and strawberry vibes, was wonderfully light and almost gooey like a jam. The pickles are butter pickles that are seasoned, so they have a great crunch and but definitely provide a kick to your throat and tongue with that spice! Pickles and Mostarda And finally, the garnish of rosemary that is attached to the hanger of the bacon smelled really nice and was nice from a visual perspective. We wish (of course) that it had more than 4 pieces of bacon, but if you love bacon in general and aren’t afraid of a bit of pepper, we think you’ll LOVE this! A Fun Choice From the entrees, we got the Spare Ribs which are priced at $39. These are dry rubbed and roasted St. Louis ribs, served with sweet and spicy BBQ sauce, served with a slaw pickled in champagne vin, and a side of fries. The ribs were nice and tender, but we did find ourselves having to PULL the meat off of the bone. They didn’t just fall right off. Our Spare Ribs The rub was very smokey with a nice spice to it though, and that tasted great. The sweet and spicy barbecue sauce was good, but we do wish it had more of a tangy side to it since the rub had a good amount of spice. The fries were wonderfully salty and had a great chewiness to them (not too squishy and not too hard). Fries The slaw pickled in the champagne vin was definitely…interesting. It was tangy and had a slight pepper taste to it, and was pretty sour. Ribs and Slaw Overall, the ribs were good, though we wish the meat would have fallen off of the bone more as it was a bit hard to chew. The coleslaw was not our favorite just because of how tangy and sour it was. It was a pretty big portion though, which makes it good for sharing or a good dish to fill you up! If you love dry rubs, this is the one for you. The Spare Ribs Finally, for dessert we got to try the Shortbread Shortcake which is priced at $13. This comes with mixed macerated berries and whipped cream. The shortbread shortcake itself was super moist, which was fantastic! The dessert as a whole was light, fluffy, and very refreshing with the fruit in it. The Shortcake This was a winner in our books and our reporter shared it was one of the best desserts they’ve had in a while because of how well the flavors blend together. The berries were very fresh and not mushy at all. We expect they were soaked in some kind of alcohol because we did get a bit of an alcoholic flavor at the end, though that’s not specifically listed on the menu. So Good! It’s a dessert that’s sweet enough to cleanse your palette from a salty meal, but is not overly sweet. A Peek at the Treat Overall, we had a great time checking out the offerings at The Edison, had a server that was wonderfully attentive, and really loved soaking in the fun atmosphere. There’s So Much to See Some of the items were a hit with us (especially the With Love, Mina; the bacon; and the dessert). The ribs were tasty, but we do wish they had a bit more of that fall-off-the-bone quality to them, and the slaw served with it was not our favorite. Still, if you’re looking for some good eats and unique drinks in a spot with some awesome atmosphere, The Edison might be a place to add to your list! PLUS if you get 4 of those High Roller Cocktails (in one trip or a series of trips) you could get a fifth drink FREE! Would You Visit The Edison? Keep checking back with us for more news and reviews! Click here to see our review of the NEW sweet tea fried chicken(!!) in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Recently we were invited by The Edison to attend their media event featuring some of the drinks and dishes in their restaurant. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post The SECRET Drink Rewards Program in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

This week tourism reporters Dewayne Bevil and Katie Rice discuss the first Halloween Horror Nights house of 2022, changes to Disney’s Genie+, a parade that is leaving and the return of some establishments that bring the glitter. View the full article

Summertime is quickly approaching, which means it’s time for hot weather, barbecues, beach days, and more! Yacht & Beach Club Pool It also means a BIG holiday is coming up — 4th of July! Disney loves to celebrate Independence Day with food, merchandise, and special events. Last year, this is how we celebrated the holiday in Disney World, but one thing that was missing was some 4th of July fireworks. But, we have some good news if you’re going to be at Disney World for the 4th! The 4th of July fireworks are coming BACK to Disney World this year! ©Disney On July 3rd and 4th, you can watch “Disney’s Celebrate America! – A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky” in Magic Kingdom at 9:20PM. ©Disney Yep, this show is for 2 days ONLY! So, it’s a pretty exclusive show to see in the parks. We also haven’t seen this show in Disney World since 2019, so it’s exciting to see it return! We can’t wait to watch fireworks here on July 4th! We’ll keep you updated on any other festivities happening for the holiday, so stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates! Click here to check out Disney’s new ears that are perfect for the 4th of July! 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 at Disney World for 4th of July? Tell us in the comments! The post NEWS: 4th of July Fireworks Are Coming BACK to Disney World!💥 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Here at Disney, we love celebrating the contributions our military veteran cast members make every day and sharing their amazing stories. It is even more special when the story involves more than one cast member. Today, we recognize Jenn O’Rourke, project manager for Supply Chain Transformation at Walt Disney World Resort who serves in uniform […]View the full article

It can be hard to keep up with everything happening at Disney World sometimes! Dinosaur That’s why we bring you park-by-park updates on everything new that we see in Walt Disney World, whether it’s merch restocks, new MagicBands, or concert lineups! Today, we’re going through everything new at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, so let’s jump into it! Merchandise Updates Discovery Trading Co. We found a bunch of new stuff over at Discovery Trading Co. This display case had some of the new collections that we spotted, like the Pride Collection pins. You can get all kinds of different characters, like BB-8, who was $17.99. NEW Pride Pins in Animal Kingdom We also spotted this collection of Marvel Pride Pins, which had the symbols of several different Marvel superheroes in the colors of the pride flag! It has Spider-Man, the X-Men, Captain Marvel, the Hulk, Ms. Marvel, and Black Panther, and it’s available now at Discovery Trading Co. for $17.99! Marvel Pride Pins We also found this Pixar Animation Alien pride pin for $17.99! PIxar Pride Pin That’s all for pins, but we also found some new apparel in Discovery Trading Co. We spotted these Mickey Mouse lounge pants for $49.99! Mickey Mouse Lounge Pants If you’re more into Minnie, then we found the same pants but with her on them. They’re also $49.99. Minnie Mouse Lounge Pants They also have a matching hoodie if you want to complete your Minnie Mouse look! This is also $49.99. Minnie Mouse Hoodie Lastly, Stitch fans, don’t worry, because they also have the lounge pants covered in your favorite blue alien! These are at Discovery Trading Co. for $49.99. Stitch Lounge Pants That’s everything we found at Animal Kingdom! Stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney updates! Click here to see how You Can Win a Disney World Vacation by Going to McDonalds Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite thing to do at Disney’s Animal Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New in Disney's Animal Kingdom: Character Lounge Pants! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article