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How do you use science, technology and innovation to practice sustainability in your community? You may have heard that in April, we launched Disney Planet Possible, our company-wide initiative that continues our long history of taking action to protect the planet for future generations. One way we have been taking action is through the work […]View the full article

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Disney has been focused on growing its streaming services in recent years. ©Disney Not only have we seen incredible content come to Disney+ (we’re looking at you, Moon Knight!), but Disney-owned ESPN+ and Hulu have also had their fair share of popular titles as well. And, to celebrate National Streaming Day, Hulu is offering a deal on one of their subscription plans! Disney is celebrating National Streaming Day with special announcements, sneak peeks, and more — including this summer deal for new and eligible returning Hulu customers! Get Hulu for $1/month for three months when you sign up for the service — a savings of 85% off of the regular price of the ad-supported Hulu plan. ©Disney This deal is available for new and eligible returning Hulu subscribers only and must be redeemed by 11:59PM on May 27th, 2022 — you can head over to the Hulu website to sign up. ©Disney Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ can also be bundled together for a lower price, but so far we haven’t spotted any deals on the bundle yet. We’re keeping an eye out, so be sure to stay tuned! Find out when you can watch the new Baymax series on Disney+! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which is your preferred streaming service? Let us know in the comments! The post DEAL ALERT 🚨 How to Get Hulu for a Month Right Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Getting to Disney World isn’t exactly easy, regardless of whether you’re flying or driving. Do you fly to Disney World? With flight prices getting higher and recent crowd and wait time issues at the Orlando International Airport, it’s not exactly a smooth process flying to Disney World right now. So is one airline better than the other? We asked DFB readers to share their favorite airlines for flying to Orlando, and there were some interesting responses! We reached out on Facebook (give us a follow if you want to share your opinions!) to find out what our readers consider the BEST airlines to take to Disney World, and their thoughts might help you out next time you’re planning a Disney World visit! While many airlines were mentioned, two airlines stood out as favorites for different reasons, and a third factor emerged as an important consideration to make next time you’re booking your flights. Let’s get into it! Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines was overwhelmingly mentioned as the favorite airline for DFB readers for a variety of reasons. One reader said, “I prefer Southwest! Free checked bag, family boarding, and wonderful staff. Not to mention, they are one of the few airlines that offer non-stop flights from our preferred airport to [Orlando International Airport].” Southwest Airlines Two free checked bags was a commonly mentioned perk for Southwest because more bags means more room for souvenirs! Another reader commented, “We fly Southwest. I’ve always had great service from them. Two free bags is a plus with all the souvenirs we are usually bringing back with us,” and Wendy O. said, “We only fly Southwest. Free checked bags, more souvenirs!” Southwest Plane Another reader also had a tip for DFB readers! They commented, “We only fly Southwest. Vacation tip: Put your medium bag inside your larger bag and pack your medium bag. Always take a luggage scale [and] you now have your souvenir bag.” Commemorative Disney plane And depending on where you live, Southwest may also offer the cheapest flights. a reader said, “Southwest is usually much cheaper when flying out of NOLA, thus we usually fly Southwest. [The] bonus is the amount of luggage allowed.” Southwest Airplane If you’re looking to save money on those bag fees, Southwest is the airline for you! And who doesn’t end up leaving with a suitcase full of souvenirs?? Why your next Southwest flight could be DIFFERENT! Spirit Airlines Coming in hot behind Southwest Airlines is Spirit Airlines! That’s right, the budget airline was a popular option for DFB readers looking for cheap, direct flights. One reader said, “Tons of people complain about it, but we’ve never had an issue on Spirit. I don’t care that they charge for snacks/drinks, I bring my own. I gladly pay a minimal price for a roomy front seat, and be on my way.” ©Spirit Airlines Another reader added, “Both times I’ve flown [to Orlando] was with Spirit. It was surprisingly just fine. Direct flight from a small airport outside Pittsburgh with free parking. No complaints.” Spirit Airlines Some readers only select Spirit because of the lower prices. One said, “Spirit worked for us. Honestly, it’s whoever is cheapest.“ ©Spirit Airlines And reader noted that there is no correct answer, but “for my family it is Spirit. The airport from which we travel is 10 minutes from my home, has free parking, and quick check-in and TSA check. Works for me.” ©Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines might not offer the same perks as Southwest, but when you’re looking for low prices and direct flights, it might be just the ticket. Read more about Spirit rejecting JetBlue’s offer to buy. Affordability and Convenience While Southwest and Spirit stood out as the ultimate favorite airlines, another common response was that there’s actually no correct answer. It can depend on your budget, your local airline hub, whether you have airline miles saved, and if you want direct flights. A reader said their airline choice “depends on where you are flying to/from and who has hubs and direct flights,” while another reader said they choose “whichever one is cheapest or I have reward miles for.” ©Alaska Airlines One reader said they fly “whoever is [the] cheapest nonstop,” and that they “find them all to be the same.” ©Frontier Airline Similarly, another commented, “Best is a relative term and will vary by city of origin and time of year. All airlines are constrained by the same rules and restrictions with regard to safety and when they can fly safely. Delays and cancellations will vary by city and time of year as well as other unknowns that can’t be predicted.” ©GETTY IMAGES You can still have a favorite airline but it’s good to know that all airlines run into issues, and your “favorite” may be based on certain factors that work specifically for YOU. It might be worth looking into your closest airport to find out which airline offers the best deals and the most direct flights! And that’s what our readers think! Do you agree? Keep reading DFB for more Disney news, tips, and updates! Take a look at the NEW terminal opening soon at the Orlando Airport! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What is your favorite airline? Tell us in the comments! The post The TWO Airlines Guests Recommend When Flying to Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We love to celebrate special moments at Disney and when it comes to celebrating the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort, our excitement goes above and beyond – and even sky-high in Central Florida.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. We’ve seen a TON of merchandise for Disney World’s 50th anniversary, and there is so much more to come! 50th Anniversary Merchandise Disney has been releasing a new series called Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction based off of different rides in Magic Kingdom. This is very similar to the Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction series we saw back in 2020, just with Mickey! The collections for Space Mountain and Pirates of the Caribbean have already been released, and now, the 3rd collection in the series is available online! The Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction Mad Tea Party collection has just dropped on shopDisney! This whole collection is themed to the Alice in Wonderland ride in Disney World, and has several different items in it, like these awesome Mickey ears! ©Disney They have teacups stacked in the middle of the ears and cost $34.99. Click here to get the Mickey Mouse Mad Tea Party Ears Next, we have this collectible pin showing Mickey with more teacups stacked on his head! ©Disney You can get this pin for $24.99. Click here to get the Mickey Mouse Mad Tea Party Pin There is also a Loungefly Backpack available in the collection, it’s purple with some mint green trim and fun detail from the ride. ©Disney Get the backpack for $85! Click here to get the Mickey Mouse Mad Tea Party Backpack You can pick up a collectible key in the collection, too! This whimsical design features another teacup and a lovely butterfly on top. ©Disney This key is $29.99. Click here to get the Mickey Mouse Mad Tea Party Key Finally, there is a Mickey plush in this collection! Mickey is looking as cute as ever with 3 teacups stacked on top of his head, as well as some fun striped pants and purple jacket. ©Disney This plush is actually only available for pre-order at this time, and it costs $34.99. Click here to get the Mickey Mouse Mad Tea Party Plush Hurry and grab these items before they’re gone! And, stay tuned to DFB for more Disney merchandise news and updates. Click here to check out the Pirates of the Caribbean collection in this 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. Which item do you like the most in the collection? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney's NEW Alice in Wonderland-Themed EARS Just Dropped Online! 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. Are you wishing you were in Disney right now? We’ll never get tired of seeing this! We totally get it. There’s always so much happening in the Disney parks that it’s easy to want to go back again and again. Luckily, there’s still a way to get your Disney fix even if you aren’t in the parks. These are some of the best Disney deals we found on Amazon! Need some new games for family game night? Try this The Haunted Mansion — Call of the Spirits Game! ©Amazon In this game, you’ll get to move around The Haunted Mansion as you try to collect matching sets of ghost cards. This game is ordinarily $24.99, but is on sale for $16.97! Click here to buy The Haunted Mansion game! Or maybe you would prefer to play a game themed after a different iconic Disney ride like this “it’s a small world” game! ©Amazon This game was even a 2022 Toy of the Year Awards finalist! It is on sale for $17.11, usually priced at $24.99! Click here to buy the “it’s a small world” game! If you’ve been looking for the perfect gift for a Frozen-loving kid in your life, then you might want to consider this set of Frozen 2 Dolls! ©Amazon This set features five dolls: Olaf, Elsa, Anna, Kristoff, and Sven. They are wearing the outfits that they are seen in at the end of Frozen 2. This doll set is usually $77.99, but right now it’s on sale for $62.86. Click here to buy the ‘Frozen 2’ Doll set! Because one Frozen item just isn’t enough, check out this Frozen 2 Bluetooth Karaoke Microphone! ©Amazon This microphone can connect to a Bluetooth-enabled device to play music for you to sing along to! It is 47% off at $15.99 (ordinarily $29.99!). Click here to buy the ‘Frozen 2’ Bluetooth Karaoke Microphone! You might not be prepared for this next Amazon deal. Presenting: Pixar Alien Remix Character Figurines. ©Amazon We’re obsessed. These figurines feature the iconic aliens from Toy Story (you know…the CLAW) as characters from OTHER Pixar movies. So you’ve got a green alien as Buzz Lightyear, as one of the Incredibles, and as Merida from Brave. This figurine set is $6.71, down from $16.99. Click here to buy the Pixar Alien Remix Character Figurines! If you’re looking for a new way to store leftovers, then consider the Pyrex Mickey & Friends Food Storage Set. ©Amazon This set comes with eight dishes in various sizes and shapes and feature characters like Mickey, Minnie, Daisy, and Pluto! They were $39.99, but they’re currently on sale for $31.99! Click here to buy the Mickey & Friends Pyrex Dish Set! In need of a new travel mug? Look no further than this Tervis Disney Classic Characters Tumbler! ©Amazon This cup will hold 24 ounces and will work with both hot and cold drinks. It features the classic Disney characters all over the cup and was originally priced at $20.80, but now you can get it for $16.42! Click here to buy the Tervis Disney Classic Characters Tumbler! And last, but certainly not least, we have the perfect item to bring a touch of Disney to your next charcuterie board: the Disney Classic Mickey Mouse Cheese Board with Cheese Tools! ©Amazon This is a Mickey-shaped cheese board that comes with three cheese tools, each with an engraved Mickey on the handle. This item is ordinarily $66.95, but you can get it now for $48.99! Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse cheese board! And those are eight of the best Disney deals on Amazon right now! We’re always on the lookout for deals and discounts, so make sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest! Disney World Has Released 40 Pairs of Ears in 2022! See Them All 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 are you grabbing? Let us know in the comments! The post 8 Disney Deals on Amazon to Kick Off the WEEKEND! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Orlando International Airport has been in the news quite often recently. Orlando Airport This is mainly due to the new projects happening at the airport, like the Brightline Train and the new terminal opening up later this year. There are also some new airlines flying into the airport and new bus services to and from the airport and Disney World. But, all of these exciting new things happening doesn’t mean Orlando International Airport is exempt from any issues. Let’s check out why flying in and out of Orlando could be more difficult today. Severe thunderstorms happening in Central Florida this morning could cause flights to be delayed at Orlando International Airport. Orlando International Airport A Ground Stop was issued at the airport due to the weather, according to WESH’s Eric Burris. This impacts both inbound and outbound flights. Around 9AM, 11 flights had already been delayed and 2 canceled. So, make sure to keep checking with your airline if you’re flying to or from Orlando today. Stay tuned to DFB for more news and updates. Click here to check out the NEW terminal opening at Orlando International Airport soon Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you usually fly or drive to Orlando when you visit? Tell us in the comments. The post Severe Weather Causing Delays at Orlando International Airport first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Disneyland is very, very different from Disney World in many ways. They have different snacks, rides, and experiences. However, both parks do share some iconic Disney snacks and rides, such as Space Mountain, Toy Story Mania, and Pirates of the Caribbean. Pirates of the Caribbean Pirates opened in Disneyland back in 1967 and has been a beloved ride ever since. However, since March of this year, the ride has been under refurbishment, and we’ve just found out the closure will continue through half of the summer. Pirates of the Caribbean has been under refurbishment since March 14th and according to the Disneyland website it is expected to be closed until June 30th. ©Disney Earlier this year, the website claimed the ride would re-open in early summer 2022 but did not list a specific date. ©Disney We’re looking forward to the day this ride opens again, but it’s quite common to see ride reopening dates change. We will let you know if this date shifts at all and if any more changes are announced to the opening timeline. So stay tuned to DFB and we’ll let you know if the reopening timeline changes! Click here to see the new Pirates of the Caribbean collection! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! Check Out Important Details about the 2022 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Face Mask Policy Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Is Pirates one of your favorite or least favorite rides at Disney? Let us know below! The post Update on the LENGTHY Pirates of the Caribbean Closure in Disneyland first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re pretty big fans of Disney+! Baymax! They’ve got every classic our Disney-loving hearts could desire, and so much more! With increasing subscriber numbers and new projects coming soon, like an Elton John documentary, Disney+ is kinda having a moment right now! And now, Disney+ original featuring a beloved character just got a release date! Baymax will premiere on Disney+ on June 29th, 2022! That’s so soon! The original series will follow the adorable inflatable robot from Disney’s Big Hero 6, as he tries to lend a helping hand around San Fransokyo! ©Disney We can’t wait to see Baymax on our screens again, and we’ll definitely be marking our calendars for the 29th so we don’t miss out on any of the cuteness! Watch the trailer here! We’ll keep you updated on all the latest in all things Disney, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see where you can see 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. Are you excited for Baymax? Let us know in the comments! The post ALERT! Baymax Series Gets Disney+ Release DATE! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are more ties to Disney and sports than All-Star Sports Resort, we can assure you that! Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Disney owns many streaming services in addition to Disney+, such as Hulu and ESPN+. Now, a popular football league has just made an exclusive deal with Disney platforms for the next five years! Fans of the XFL Football League have been wondering where they’d be able to watch their teams for the upcoming 2023 season. Now, it has been announced that the XFL had secured an exclusive deal with them to broadcast on Disney-owned platforms for the next 5 years. ©XFL According to the XFL, Disney and ESPN will have the EXCLUSIVE broadcast rights for all of the 2023-2027 games, tentpole content, and more. You will be able to watch these on platforms like ABC, ESPN, and FX. So if you’re a fan of Disney and football, keep an eye on ESPN+ and DFB, and we’ll keep you updated on any more news that comes out about this deal. Read more about ESPN+ here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What’s your favorite sport? Let us know in the comments below! The post XFL Signs Exclusive Deal With Disney first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World has SO many different MagicBand designs to choose from, but our favorites are probably the ones you can get for a DISCOUNT! SO many options We’ve seen designs themed to Finding Nemo, Moana, EPCOT’s Flower & Garden Festival, and so many more. There are even designer MagicBands! And, pretty soon, there will be a new kind of MagicBand in town, but until that day comes, were all about saving some money on the current version. So, let’s see if you qualify for the discount on this new and exclusive MagicBand! Check out this NEW Toy Story Land Exclusive MagicBand! It’s normally $34.99, but has been discounted to $20 for select Disney guests. Shoutout to DFB reader Joe (@schreiberjoe on Instagram) for the heads up! ©Disney If you have an upcoming stay at a Disney World hotel planned or are an Annual Passholder, you can get this MagicBand at the special pre-arrival rate! You should be able to view it on your My Disney Experience account. Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort We love the sketches on the band that look like the attractions in Toy Story Land — it looks like someone drew Slinky Dog Dash with some crayons! Our favorite toys! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World merchandise news and updates. Click here to check out the UPGRADED MagicBands that are coming soon! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Tell us about your favorite MagicBand design in the comments below! The post Only Select Disney World Guests Can Buy the Newest MagicBand first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Guess where we’re at? Hint: it has a gigantic EARidescent Castle right in the middle! It’s so beautiful That’s right, we’re in Magic Kingdom. While we’re nomming on some Corn Dog Nuggets from Casey’s Corner, hopping in line to ride the PeopleMover for the millionth time (don’t @ us), and strolling down Main Street, U.S.A., listening to the sweet music of the Dapper Dans, we’re also visiting shops and restaurants to get you ALL the details about what’s new. So how about some updates? Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates Discovery Trading Company The Marvel Price Collection Pin Set is here AND at Frontier Trading Post. It’s $17.99. The rainbow of Marvel We also spotted the Pixar Pride Pin for $17.99 here and at Frontier Trading Post. Pixar Pride Pin The BB-8 Pride Pin is here, too. It’s also $17.99. Rainbow BB-8 Who’s ready for some loungewear? We have Mickey Mouse Lounge Pants… Mickey’s faces! …Minnie Mouse Lounge Pants (we’ve seen these across the resort)… Minnie’s expressions …a matching Minnie Mouse Sweatshirt… Wait…there’s a matching sweatshirt? …and Stitch Lounge Pants. Relaxing with Stitch All of these pieces are $49.99 each. Here Are 19 Disney Snacks For Under $10 That We Like MORE Than $50 Meals Emporium The Stitch Plate set is turning up pretty much everywhere now. It comes with a total of four plates. Stitch plates are fun! We also found the Ultimate Princess Collection Moana Pin. Moana The 50th Anniversary Castle Photo Frame has been restocked here, too. You can buy this again! Isn’t this Park Pal Jack Skellington sweet? It’s $11.99. The Pumpkin King! We also found some brand new 50th Anniversary Plushes! There’ Goofy… Gawrsh! …Donald… Donald looking sharp in his 50th gear …and Daisy! Pretty Daisy These plushes are $29.99 each. Get A FIRST LOOK at Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room Mickey Collection Uptown Jewelers The Pandora Pixar Collection has arrived here! At this shop, you’ll find Wall-E, Buzz Lightyear… Wall-E and Buzz Lightyear …Ratatouille… Ratatouille …Dory, and Nemo! Just keep swimmin… These would be excellent gifts for Pixar fans! NEW PIXAR Film Alert! Title and Premise Announced! Check It Out Here! Tomorrowland Power & Light Co. The Happily Ever After Castle and Mickey “Be Happy” Phone Cases are now here at Tomorrowland Power & Light Co. Need a new phone case? In the MADE machine, you can now create a new Stitch with Surfboard MagicBand! New MagicBand Alert! If you love Tomorrowland, wear it on a T-Shirt for $36.99. We also saw this shirt at Star Traders. Tomorrowland has our heart. There’s also this Stitch High Tides and Good Vibes Magnet. Nothing bug good vibes with Stitch! The magnet is $14.99. You Can Catch a Preview of ‘Lightyear’ in Disney World Soon! Find Out Where Frontier Trading Post The Be Happy Magnet has arrived at Frontier Trading.. Be Happy! …along with the Happily Ever After Castle Magnet… This castle always gives us a happily ever after …the Happy Happy Happy Mickey Magnet… SUPER Happy Mickey …the Laugh, Love, & Smile Pooh Magnet… Pooh and Piglet are so precious …the Life is Beautiful Magnet with Mickey and Minnie… Mickey and Minnie …and the Stitch Go With The Flow Magnet. All magnets are $14.99 each. Stitch! Speaking of Stitch, we found a new Stitch Phone Case with a fun pattern on it. ANOTHER Stitch phone case The phone case is $29.99. Here Are 9 BIG Problems You’ll Face in Disney World (and How to Solve Them) Town Square Theater There’s a great big beautiful tomorrow for anyone who wears this Tomorrowland Baseball Cap. Rep Tomorrowland Grab it for $29.99. 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 from Magic Kingdom for now, but stay tuned because we’ll be back with more real soon! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your absolute favorite thing about Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New in Magic Kingdom: 50th Anniversary Merchandise Restocks and Plushes! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

As the weather heats up in Disney World, we’re always keeping an eye out for ice-cold treats to help us keep our cool. We love you, Dole Whip! And trust us — there is no shortage of delicious and refreshing snacks throughout Disney that can really hit the spot on a hot summer day. From Dole Whips and Mickey Premium Bars to shaved ice and milkshakes, you can find it all. We recently tried some new eats in Disney Springs that just might be the perfect way to have your ice-cold dessert and eat it, too! But which one was our favorite of them all?! We popped on over to Disney Springs recently to see what was new at Marketplace Snacks and were delighted to see some new Mickey Bubble Waffle Sundaes! We decided we HAD to try them all. You know, for science — so we decided to rank them too! Marketplace Snacks 5. Mickey Cookie Waffle Sundae We tried the Mickey Cookie Waffle Sundae — it’s made with vanilla soft-serve, hot fudge, cookie crumbles, and white chocolate chip pearls in a Mickey bubble waffle for $8.99. Look at this thing! It was so, so refreshing in the middle of a hot summer day, and the chocolate from the cookie crumbles and hot fudge weren’t too overpowering. It melted pretty quickly. The bubble waffle was by far our favorite part, though. It was crisp, light, and slightly sweet. But, it is Central Florida so this sundae started melting pretty much immediately. Click here to see our full review of the Mickey Cookie Waffle Sundae 4. Minnie Sweet Strawberry Waffle Sundae Strawberry lovers, this next sundae is for you! The Minnie Sweet Strawberry Waffle Sundae is an absolutely refreshing delight. Vanilla soft serve and strawberry topping are combined with sliced strawberries and white chocolate pearl crisps. Minnie Sweet Strawberry Waffle Sundae Remember those strawberry cream candies from the early 2000s? This is the ice cream sundae version of that. This is the lightest of all the waffle sundaes since there’s no richness from any chocolate here. Sweet just like Minnie. We do wish this was made with homestyle strawberry ice cream instead of soft-serve, but it was still enjoyable and would be a great option for strawberry fans. At $8.99, this sundae doesn’t seem as great of a value due to the lack of toppings like the others, too! We wish there was more to this sundae. 3. Pluto Peanut Butter Waffle Sundae Oh, did you think we were done with bubble waffle sundaes? We’re not, and next up is the Pluto Peanut Butter Waffle Sundae made with chocolate soft-serve, chocolate-covered pretzels, peanut butter sauce, and chocolate chip pearls. Pluto Peanut Butter Waffle Sundae This sundae is also $8.99, and it is absolutely loaded with toppings! If you’re a chocolate-peanut butter fan, this is the waffle sundae of your dreams. It is extremely sweet, though, thanks to all of the chocolate which can get to be overwhelming after a while. Peanut butter paradise! This would be a good one to split based on the amount of toppings you get, as we found it hard to finish on our own. If you like fruity desserts, move along as there is but one lone piece of fruit on this sundae (do maraschino cherries even count as fruit?)! Chocolate and peanut butter are a match made in heaven. 2. Donald Lemon and Blueberry Waffle Sundae We need to talk about this absolute banger of a summer treat — the Donald Lemon and Blueberry Waffle Sundae. When we say summertime treat we mean it — this sundae tastes like a picnic. It was light and refreshing, but for $8.99 we wish there was a little more to it. Donald Lemon and Blueberry Waffle Sundae It’s made with vanilla soft-serve, lemon curd, blueberries, and popping candy. If you like lemon curd, you’re going to love this sundae. The combination of the lemon curd with the vanilla ice cream is remarkable, and when you get a bite with a blueberry the whole dessert comes together. Tastes like a summer day! We did get a few less than stellar blueberries on top which detracted from how delicious every other bite was. For a sweet and tart dessert that’s a flavor combo you don’t often find around Disney World, this could be just the thing. Waffles and ice cream are the perfect combo. 1. Goofy Peanut Grand Waffle Sundae We need to talk about the Goofy Peanut Grand Waffle Sundae, because this thing is NUTS. Mostly because it has peanuts on it, but also because there is A LOT going on here. Vanilla and chocolate soft-serve come together with hot fudge, peanuts, sliced bananas, sliced strawberries, mini M&M’S, and a cherry. Goofy Peanut Grand Waffle Sundae This is THE dessert for peanut and banana lovers, as those were the main flavor profiles we tasted. It was pretty sweet overall thanks to the hot fudge, and there was almost too much going on. The waffle itself was our favorite part, and we’d be lying if we said we weren’t sad when this thing started to melt as soon as we got it. There’s a lot going on here. If you’re looking for a little bit of everything in your desserts, this is definitely the one for you. The peanuts and M&M’S added a nice crunch, and for $8.99 this would make for an inexpensive shareable snack! If you don’t like fruity treats or peanuts and bananas you’ll probably want to skip the Goofy Peanut Grand Waffle Sundae. Whatever flavors you’re into, there’s probably a bubble waffle sundae at Marketplace Snacks for everyone! For the latest Disney snack news and more, be sure to stay tuned to DFB. Click here to see how one Disney Springs restaurant is celebrating an underrated holiday! 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 the new bubble waffle sundaes are you going to try? Let us know in the comments! The post RANKING the 5 NEW Character Sundaes in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Did you know that you can celebrate Disney World’s 50th anniversary at McDonald’s?! Jaq! Yep! The fast food restaurant started celebrating the 50th anniversary back in September of 2021 with 50 special Disney character toys in their Happy Meals. Those toys aren’t around anymore, but MORE 50th anniversary toys are now at McDonald’s, and you can win a family vacation by grabbing them! McDonald’s is introducing even MORE new Happy Meal toys in honor of Disney World’s 50th anniversary! ©McDonald’s The collection has Mickey and Friends in different ride vehicles from various Disney World attractions. Note that these toys were all actually released back in 2020, so they’re being re-released now as a 50th anniversary collection. Disney says that as a special surprise, select toys now have golden accents in their design! ©McDonald’s As you can see, there are toys depicting the vehicles from Disney World rides like Mad Tea Party, Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway, Jungle Cruise, and Expedition Everest! ©McDonald’s McDonald’s is actually giving fans a chance to win a vacation for 4 people to go to Disney World during the 50th anniversary celebration. To enter, just add a Happy Meal to your mobile order by May 22nd! These latest toys are available at McDonald’s while supplies last, so don’t wait, go ahead and grab them while you can. Disney World’s McDonald’s Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney merchandise news and updates! Click here to check out the other 50th anniversary toys McDonald’s released! 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 toy do you like the most? Tell us in the comments! The post How to WIN a Disney World Vacation by Going to McDonald’s! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

One of the most challenging parts of a Disney World vacation can be finding where to stay and what food to eat while you’re there! Shades of Green If you stay on Disney property, you can choose between Value, Moderate, and Deluxe resorts, but you also have the option of staying at a Good Neighbor Hotel (not owned by Disney). Shades of Green Hotel is one of these Good Neighbor Hotels, and it might be a good option if you qualify to stay here because they just announced that the breakfast buffet is returning to the Garden Gallery! Shades of Green is a hotel on Disney World property that’s reserved for past and present members of the Military and their families. This spot previously boasted an extensive breakfast buffet (at a much lower cost than most Disney buffets), but it’s been missing from the hotel for a while. Now, however, that buffet is finally returning! Garden Gallery Restaurant in Shades of Green Hotel The Garden Gallery restaurant serves buffet-style meals. For breakfast, you can get 13 hot items each morning, such as eggs, bacon, waffles, pancakes, and so much more. Last time we visited the buffet, there was an omelet station, made-to-order pancakes, and even a kids’ buffet. Omelet Station And before you even ask, yes — this spot does serve Mickey waffles. The buffet also includes some complimentary drinks, although bottled drinks and alcoholic beverages cost extra. Drinks menu The breakfast buffet is available from 7AM to 11AM daily, and it costs $17.50 for adults, $10 for children 5-11, and $3.50 for kids 2-4. However, this spot will have a special discount for the month of June this year! Kids’ buffet Guests at Shades of Green can save 10% on the breakfast buffet from June 1st through the 30th, 2022! In addition, kids ages 4 and under will eat free during this time. Fruit You can call (888) 593-2242 to purchase a Garden Gallery Breakfast Meal Plan before you arrive at the hotel in order to reserve your spot for breakfast. Note that everyone staying in the room will need to be on the breakfast meal plan for the entire length of stay. Shades of Green Hotel So if you’re looking for a hotel stay that has a great breakfast option, check out Shades of Green for your next Disney World trip. And as always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney hotel news! We promise you are totally wrong about these Disney World snacks! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever stayed at the Shades of Green Hotel? Let us know your experience in the comments below! The post You Can Eat at a Breakfast Buffet for Under at Shades of Green in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

As we continue our celebration of 50 years of magic during the Walt Disney World 50th anniversary, McDonald’s latest Happy Meal Toys are a fun and collectible addition to commemorate the anniversary. View the full article

To ensure we are equipping our readers with all the information they need, we will continue to report on all travel, safety, and COVID-related news that could impact a Disney Parks visit. Disney World looks very different now than it did just under 2 years ago when the parks reopened after the pandemic closures. You won’t see many physical distancing markers on the ground anymore, mask mandates are all but gone, and most attractions, hotels, and restaurants have reopened. But is it safe to visit the parks right now? Main Street USA We’ve kept up with changes to the COVID-19 pandemic situation in the US, including the Omicron variant and the newer BA.2.12.1 subvariant, in order to better understand the potential changes and dangers when it comes to traveling. Now, with many sources reporting a surge in COVID-19 cases this summer, we’re taking a closer look at the likelihood of this surge and how it could impact your upcoming Disney vacation. Former White House COVID-19 response coordinator Dr. Deborah Birx has been raising the alarm about a potential “exponential” surge in COVID-19 cases in the US this summer, according to the Palm Beach Post. Factors that could contribute to this surge include the spread of the newer BA.2.12.1 COVID subvariant and the increase in travel that we often see as families get together or go on vacations during the break from school. So how likely is a surge in COVID-19 cases, and will that affect your upcoming vacation? Let’s dive in. How Likely Is a Summer COVID-19 Surge? Many experts are citing previous years to warn about a summer surge in cases. In an interview with CBS News, Dr. Birx pointed to 2021, which had a similar trend of COIVD-19 cases to what we’re seeing so far in 2022. Cases were higher at the start of the year because of the winter season and holiday travel, then these numbers dipped as the country responded to the increases with more vaccines and boosters and people settled back into a routine. COVID Sign The decrease eventually led to a lull around April and May 2021, which ended in the summer months as people became more relaxed and began traveling again. Birx said, “Each of these surges [is] about 4 to 6 months apart” and stated that we could see a similar pattern continue in 2022. She urged the public to prepare for a coming increase in cases like we saw in the summer of 2021. Physical Distancing Signage at Disneyland | 2021 AdventHealth’s Centra Care in Central Florida points to increases in COVID-19 cases, according to the Orlando Sentinel. “The urgent care facilities recorded a 23.7% COVID-19 test positivity rate on Thursday, compared to a 16% positivity rate three weeks ago,” reported Dr. Tim Hendrix, medical director at AdventHealth. ©AdventHealth The White House also warned of a potential summer surge, stating the possibility that 100 million Americans could get infected with COVID-19 this fall and winter, with the wave beginning this summer in the South, according to The New York Times. ©AP Confirmed cases have been rising across the US, with an average of 70,200 new cases each day in the country — an increase of 52% over the last 2 weeks. Hospitalizations are also rising nationally, “with an average of more than 18,400 people with the coronavirus in U.S. hospitals, an increase of 20 percent from two weeks ago.” Deaths also have increased by 1%, to an average of 371 per day. A virologist at the Scripps Research Institute said, “I expect we’ll see a wave in the U.S. sooner than what most people expect” (New York Times). Are Disney World parks back to full capacity? Find out here. Will This Potential Surge Be as Dangerous as Past Surges? So a summer increase in COVID-19 cases seems to be fairly likely this year. But is the increase as dangerous as previous surges? Many experts don’t think so. The Orlando Sentinel reported that some experts don’t think Central Florida will see a huge increase in COVID-19 cases. One analyst said, “I’m not that worried about it, because when we saw the surge for omicron, it shot up very quickly and it shot up in the multiple, multiple millions.” COVID-19 Signs Previously, surges did cause hospitalizations to rise significantly, although Dr. Hendrix of AdventHealth “believes the current increase in cases won’t lead to outcomes as severe as those seen during Florida’s winter omicron and summer delta waves […] because treatment is now widely available and the omicron variant appears to cause less severe infections” (Orlando Sentinel). First Aid Center The head of Orange County Health Services reported that “there has not been a notable increase in hospitalizations” in the county. The Palm Beach Post cited medical experts who said that “they expect the current spate of infections to be milder than previous waves because most people are vaccinated, boosted, or have previously been infected by the main omicron strain.” Dr. Birx is still encouraging people to be careful. She said, “It’s early. Give it a few weeks. Hospitalizations grow linearly, then become exponential.” She predicted the latest wave would fully take shape by the end of June 2022. Face mask The White House is optimistic about the future when it comes to handling these surges. During a Global COVID-19 Summit, Vice President Kamala Harris said, “As we think about moving forward, I believe we can also come together — in addition to everything we have discussed — come together to shape new international norms on these issues.” ©The White House And The New York Times reported that “there are fewer Covid patients in intensive care units than during almost any other point in the pandemic.” Vaccines and boosters have been proving effective measures against COVID-19 and its variants. Learn more about the Omicron variant and Disney World here. How Could This Impact Disney World? Since the parks reopened in 2020, Disney World has remained open. Based on Disney’s previous response to COVID-19 variants, it’s unlikely that the parks will close again for COVID-19 reasons, barring an extreme increase in cases unlike any we’ve seen thus far in the pandemic. Magic Kingdom It is possible that Disney World could bring back health and safety measures that were previously ended, such as physical distancing or face mask mandates. To be safe, you should pack a few masks for your Disney World trip, just in case mandates suddenly pop up again while you’re there. That would save you the trouble and cost of buying masks in the parks. Learn about Disney World’s current face mask policy here. What Should You Do? Experts are encouraging people to understand their personal vulnerability when it comes to COVID-19 and take precautions accordingly. If you live with vulnerable people — such as elderly family members — be extra cautious by wearing face masks and testing for COVID-19 frequently. Mask Vending Machine You can order free at-home COVID-19 tests, which should be available according to a recent White House briefing. Head to covid.gov/tests to order yours. ©WVNS Continue to watch for updates to the COVID-19 situation, and be prepared to follow advice from medical experts and other authorized leaders. Currently, it is considered safe for most people to travel, so long as you’re following the rules put in place by various countries regarding vaccinations and testing. At the recent Global COVID-19 Summit, President Biden said, “Today, we’re at a new stage in fighting this pandemic, facing an evolving set of challenges. We have to double down on our efforts to get to — get shots in people’s arms, country by country, community by community; ensure we have reliable and predictable supplies of vaccines and boosters for everyone, everywhere; expand access globally to tests and treatments; and we have to prevent complacency.” ©Tiffany Blanchette/The Daily Journal via AP (Obtained via Deadline) We’ll be sure to keep you updated about any changes to the COVID-19 situation and updates to Disney World’s Health & Safety procedures. Keep following DFB for all the latest news! Click here to learn more about the BA.2.12.1 variant and its potential impact on Disney World. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post The Potential COVID-19 Summer Surge and What You Need to Know for Your Disney Trip first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Growing up as theater kids, you can only imagine our excitement around one of the newest films on Disney+, "Better Nate Than Ever." As former Disney Live Entertainment cast members, Nate’s story resonated with us and our journeys to making our dreams come true at The Most Magical Place on Earth!View the full article

The EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival will be starting before we know it! It kicks off on July 14th this year, and we’re SO EXCITED. Food and Wine! We know about the booths at the festival, as well as some returning activities, like the legendary Cheese Crawl! The Eat to the Beat Concert Series is also returning to the festival this year, and along with it, dining packages are coming back, too. So get ready, because you’ll be able to book these dining packages VERY soon! You can start reserving the Eat to the Beat Dining Package on May 24th! Sugar Ray at Eat to the Beat in 2017 This dining package is available Friday-Monday during the festival, and you can make reservations online or by calling (407) WDW-DINE or (407) 939-3378. Wilson Phillips at Eat to the Beat This year’s Eat to the Beat Concert Series will have artists like Baha Men, Hoobastank, Sheila E., Billy Ocean, Hanson, and Boyz II Men! Eat to the Beat 2018 The dining package includes a meal for either breakfast, lunch, or dinner at select EPCOT restaurants, and include same-day reserved seating at the Eat to the Beat Concert that evening. America Gardens Theater The participating restaurants have not been announced yet, but EPCOT restaurants that have participated in the past include places like Biergarten Restaurant, Chefs de France, and Nine Dragons Restaurant. Chefs de France We’ll let you know when the participating restaurants and prices are announced, so stay tuned to DFB for news and updates! Click here to see what other performers will be at EPCOT for the Food and Wine Festival! 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 Will you be reserving an Eat to the Beat Dining Package this year? Tell us in the comments! The post WHEN You Can Book Eat to the Beat Dining Packages for the 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney releases partial schedule for Eat to the Beat concerts , part of Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, which starts in July. View the full article

We may still be enjoying the springtime scenes and snacks of the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival, but we’re already thinking about what new eats await us at the 2022 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival! We’re ready! Disney just announced the food booths for this year’s fest and we’ve spotted some returning favorites and exciting new ones, too. And now, we know exactly what dishes will be part of the 2022 Food & Wine Festival cheese walk! Emile’s Fromage Montage is one of our favorite ways to sample dishes from a variety of festival booths while channeling our competitiveness. Think of it like a sort of food taste-test competition that ends in you winning a prize! Emile’s Fromage Montage Guests can pick up a Food & Wine Festival Passport which includes a couple of pages devoted to this cheese chase and lists out the dishes you must purchase to try in exchange for a stamp from that booth. Fromage Montage from 2021 Once you collect 5 stamps, you can turn your Festival Passport into Shimmering Sips for a “specialty prize unique to EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival.” In case we need to reiterate, you can get a prize in exchange for eating a bunch of cheese. Schinkennudeln This year’s cheese crawl is a little different, though — instead of 5 cheesy options guests can now choose 5 dishes out of a possible 10! That’s a cheesy UPGRADE if you ask us!!! Here are the menu items and locations for this year’s Emile’s Fromage Montage: Crispy Barbecued Pork Rinds with Pimento Cheese The Swanky Saucy Swine marketplace Smoked Corned Beef with Crispy Potatoes, Cheese Curds, Pickled Onions and Beer-Cheese Fondue Flavors from Fire marketplace Crispy Paneer with Mango-Curry Ketchup India marketplace Schinkennudeln: Pasta Gratin with Ham, Onions and Cheese Germany marketplace Raclette (any) The Alps marketplace Griddled Cheese with Pistachios and Honey Greece marketplace Pão de Queijo: Brazilian Cheese Bread Brazil marketplace Canadian Cheddar and Bacon Soup served with a Pretzel Roll Canada marketplace Passion Fruit Cheesecake with Toasted Macadamia Nuts – Available Beginning August 15 Hawaiʻi marketplace Mac & Cheese (any) – Available Beginning August 15 Mac and Eats marketplace Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup with a Pretzel Roll If you need us, we’ll be busy eating our way around the world from July 14th to November 19th, 2022 at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. For the latest Disney news and more, don’t forget to stay tuned to DFB! Check out everything CONFIRMED to return to the 2022 Food & Wine Festival 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 Which cheese dish are you most excited to try this year? Let us know in the comments! The post The EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Just UPGRADED Its Cheese Crawl first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

For the past three weeks, the Rivers of America bordering Frontierland and Liberty Square at Magic Kingdom Park came to life with excitement and the sound of paddles hitting the water as cast members participated in Walt Disney World’s oldest cast event – Canoe Races Of the World, or C.R.O.W. for short. C.R.O.W.’s origins began […]View the full article