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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. Slowly but surely, operations have begun returning to normal around the Disney parks. Disney Dream Although some things have returned to pre-pandemic “normal,” the Disney Cruise Line has still been maintaining certain health and safety guidelines including requiring all guests ages 5 and up to be fully vaccinated prior to sailing. In addition, guests departing from ports in the U.S. and Canada had been required to take a COVID-19 test on embarkation day at the port — but now it looks like that will be changing soon! Guests sailing on the Disney Cruise Line from ports in the United States or Canada after June 7th, 2022, will now be required to obtain their own COVID-19 test prior to embarkation day. Disney Wonder This applies to all passengers regardless of vaccine eligibility or status, though non-vaccine eligible guests (ages 4 and under) are still required to take a second COVID-19 test at the terminal before boarding. The results of the tests for all guests must be uploaded to the Safe Passage website by midnight the day before boarding. Disney Cruise Line The Disney Cruise Line website says, “For sailings departing US and Canadian ports on or after June 7, 2022, fully vaccinated Guests who upload their pre-trip test results to the Safe Passage website by midnight prior to embarkation day will be exempt from embarkation testing. All other fully vaccinated Guests must be tested at the terminal before boarding and will be charged for the cost of the test.” The cost for these tests ranges from $74 to $125. Previously, COVID-19 tests on embarkation day were required for all guests and were paid for by the Disney Cruise Line. Captain Minnie! Keep this in mind if you already have a Disney Cruise booked this summer, or if you were thinking about booking one! For the latest Disney Cruise Line news and more, don’t forget to stay tuned to DFB. This is your sign to book a summer 2022 Disney Cruise! What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Check Out Lots of Details About Disney Cruise Line’s Newest Ship -- the Disney Wish (Including More About the Star Wars Bar and First Attraction at Sea Coming to the Wish) See the Latest on Disney Cruise Line’s Mask Policy Learn About Disney Cruise Line’s COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Policies Check Out 10 Things That’ll Be Different About Your Next Disney Cruise See More About the Virtual Queues and Other Changes Made on Disney Cruises Check Out How Much It’ll Cost to Sail on Disney’s Newest Cruise Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Have you ever sailed on a Disney Cruise? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Disney Cruise Line Updates COVID-19 Testing Requirements first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The last day of school is quickly approaching, if it hasn’t hit already — so are you already prepared for your upcoming summer vacation? Disney Cruise Line If you haven’t gotten around to planning your summer vacation just yet, we get it — life gets busy, and before you know it — BAM! Kids are out of school and now you have to figure out what to do with them. You could take them to Disney World or Disneyland, but sometimes it’s just more relaxing to try out a Disney Cruise instead. And, you can even SAVE on your cruise with last-minute discounts on select Disney Cruise Line sailings! Guests looking for a summer getaway aboard the Disney Cruise Line are in luck, as passengers can book select cruises for summer 2022 at up to 35% off! With destinations like the Bahamas, Western Caribbean, and even Northern Europe — there’s probably a summer Disney cruise for everyone. ©Disney Here’s just one example of how much you can save on a summer 2022 cruise to the Western Caribbean from Miami aboard the Disney Dream: ©Disney But, passengers can also save up to 30% on European cruises and up to 25% on Alaskan cruises as well! These aren’t the only voyage options either (there are 13 different choices), and the full details can be found on the Disney Cruise Line website. ©Disney These deals are valid for new bookings only and full payment is required at the time of booking. ©Disney If you’re looking for a last-minute summer getaway, Disney cruises can be a great option! Need help planning your vacation? Our friends at Small World Vacations can help you from start to finish. For the latest Disney Cruise Line news and more, be sure to stay tuned to DFB! How does a Disney Cruise compare to other major cruise lines? 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 What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Check Out Lots of Details About Disney Cruise Line’s Newest Ship -- the Disney Wish (Including More About the Star Wars Bar and First Attraction at Sea Coming to the Wish) See the Latest on Disney Cruise Line’s Mask Policy Learn About Disney Cruise Line’s COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Policies Check Out 10 Things That’ll Be Different About Your Next Disney Cruise See More About the Virtual Queues and Other Changes Made on Disney Cruises Check Out How Much It’ll Cost to Sail on Disney’s Newest Cruise Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Have you planned your Disney summer vacation yet? Let us know in the comments! The post This Is Your Sign to Book a Summer 2022 Disney Cruise first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World has been open for 50 years now, and it’s been changing the whole dang time. Planning a trip right now looks very different than even just a few years ago! If you haven’t been in a while (or even in a few months), you need to know about a bunch of new changes. And we’re here to help with that! Driving to Disney World With major changes like new rides and restaurants, park pass reservations, Genie+, and so much more, we understand that planning for a Disney World vacation right now is complicated! So we’ve compiled a list of 9 common planning mistakes that people are making right now and how you can avoid them in order to plan the BEST Disney World trip possible. Let’s dive in! Most of these mistakes have to do with recent changes in Disney World, but some of them are issues that we see people run into all the time. We’ve included tips with each section so that you know how to NOT make the same mistake! You’re not taking advantage of all possible discounts In not-shocking news, Disney World is expensive. This is not really a recent change, but it definitely can impact your vacation planning in a BIG way. So make sure you’re aware of and taking advantage of all possible discounts while you plan! Magic Kingdom Discounts on hotels, ticket packages, and other aspects of your vacation change all the time, and here at DFB, we’ll keep you updated on the latest deals so that you can save as much money as possible. Keep an eye out for discounts! Often, taking advantage of vacation packages can help save some money, such as with the Magical Extras Package, which includes discounts on some activities (like mini-golf) as well as certain dining and shopping locations in Disney Springs. Winter Summerland miniature golf And limited-time discounts can bring even better savings. For example, right now Disney+ subscribers can save up to 25% on Disney World hotel rooms that they book for this summer! The offer is good for most nights from July 8th through September 30th, 2022. ©Disney Don’t forget that Annual Passholders, DVC Members, and Disney Visa Cardholders also get exclusive discounts on some merchandise, dining, and other aspects of a Disney World trip. Annual Passholders can save on certain things in Disney World! For example, Annual Passholders can save up to 20% on select dining, merchandise, and activities in Disney World. Check with Cast Members to see how much you can save during your trip! Get answers to all of your questions about Disney Visa cards here. Although it’s nice to find one big discount that you can apply to your whole vacation, keep in mind that you might save as much money by finding and taking advantage of smaller discounts. The little savings add up quickly! Our friends at Small World Vacations can help you track down some of the best discounts available (for free!). Check out some of the best deals you can find in Disney World in 2022. 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 You’re waiting to book reservations If you booked your flight and Disney World park tickets and then thought “I’ll just grab the rest of those reservations later,” you need to stop reading this right now and go book those reservations ASAP. Besides being expensive, Disney World is also in VERY high demand, which means that reservations of all kinds run out quickly. Big crowds! Hotel reservations can get hard to come by the closer you get to your vacation time. And the prices can go up if you wait longer as well! Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Besides being cheaper to book now, the rooms will often run out of availability around peak times. If you’re hoping to save money by booking a Value Resort in Disney World, you don’t want to delay and then be stuck with only Moderate and Deluxe options when it gets closer to your trip! Save yourself a headache later — go ahead and book those hotel rooms as soon as you know where you’d like to stay and the dates of your vacation. All-Star Sports is a value resort Right after you buy park tickets, you should go ahead and reserve park passes, as well. Disney World requires guests to have park pass reservations, in addition, to park tickets in order to enter any park (unless you have Park Hopper and you’re going to the 2nd park of the day). Reserve your park passes early! These passes allow Disney to regulate capacity in the parks. They can (and do) run out in each park. You can get park passes for free as soon as you have tickets (click here to see the rules for Annual Passholders). With Park Hopper, you’ll need a pass only for the first park you’re planning to visit in the day. Once you’ve scanned into that park (and after the 2PM start time hits for Park Hopper), you can hop to any other park(s) without a pass. You can park hop after 2PM Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios are often the first parks to sell out of passes, especially during peak times of the year. You’ll also want to keep in mind events happening throughout the year. For example, it may be harder to get an EPCOT pass during the weekends while a festival is happening. Festival Passports If there’s a major event coming up (like the opening of a new ride), a park can fill up months in advance. So be sure to get your reservations as soon as you have your tickets to ensure that you can visit the park of your choice on each day of your trip. EPCOT has been going through some big changes! Finally, you’ll need to book your dining reservations 60 days in advance of your trip. If you’re staying at a Disney World hotel, you can book reservations for each day of your vacation 60 days before the first day of your trip. If you’re staying off-property, you can book reservations for each day 60 days prior. Grand Ballroom at Be Our Guest Restaurant Dining reservations can also run out quickly for popular restaurants, especially character meals. If you want to dine with Mickey and the gang at Chef Mickey’s, be ready to grab reservations RIGHT when the 60-day window hits. Dining at Chef Mickey’s Other popular spots that tend to run out of dining reservations quickly include newer restaurants (like Oga’s Cantina in Galaxy’s Edge or Space 220 in EPCOT), classic favorites (like ‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Resort), and restaurants with small dining rooms (like Le Cellier in EPCOT). These will be the HARDEST dining reservations to get in 2022. You’re forgetting new things Disney World is celebrating its 50th Anniversary right now, so there are plenty of new, exciting things at the parks. The celebration started in October 2021, and since then we’ve seen new rides, tons of tasty treats, a brand-new restaurant, and more. The 50th Anniversary is happening now! Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure is a new attraction, and it’s located in the France pavilion of EPCOT. This ride is very popular, so you’ll want to get there first thing in the morning if you’re hoping to ride it with as short a wait time as possible! Another option is to purchase a Lightning Lane pass (which we’ll discuss more later on in this post) to skip the line and hop straight onto the ride. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure! A bunch of new snacks can be found all over the parks, so keep an eye out for the 50th Anniversary marker on signs and on the Mobile Order menus. The Tropical Serenade is one of our favorite 50th treats! There are also new SHOWS in Disney World for this occasion, including a daytime show called KiteTails in Animal Kingdom, which features elaborate kites that look like popular Disney characters. Hey There! Magic Kingdom has Enchantment, which is a nighttime fireworks show that also includes projections down Main Street, U.S.A. Enchantment And in EPCOT, you can watch Harmonious — the evening fireworks show that takes place from barges out on World Showcase Lagoon. Harmonious in EPCOT There are plenty of returning things as well, which have finally reopened after long closures due to the pandemic. Some restaurants have reopened in the last few months, like Jiko — The Cooking Place, Cape May Café, and others. Jiko has reopened! And now, all the hotels in Disney World have officially reopened. Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort was the last to return, and opened its doors on March 31st, 2022. All-Star Sports Resort Some entertainment options are back now as well for the first time since 2020. You can watch the Festival of Fantasy Parade in Magic Kingdom along with the updated Cinderella Castle Stage Show. Festival of Fantasy And very recently, some character meet-and-greets have returned to “normal” in the parks, and guests can hug characters and ask for autographs again! This is also true for most character dining around the parks. Previously, the characters would remain distanced and were not able to sign autographs, but now they’re coming around to guests’ tables to hug, take photos, and sign your autograph books. We FINALLY can hug Mickey! You’ve probably already heard the buzz about Disney World’s new Star Wars-themed hotel as well. This experience is more like a cruise, with guests checking in and staying at the hotel almost the entire time (rather than visiting the parks). There are characters there, a lot of activities (and secret missions) to take part in, and a variety of interesting foods to try. The Halcyon Atrium The experience is pretty expensive, but it might be worth it for big Star Wars fans! See our complete guide to the Star Wars hotel here! You’re not considering all the new things coming soon Besides the new things that have already arrived in Disney World, there are plenty of things that are still coming soon. If you’d like to experience any (or all!) of these things, make sure you plan your trip around their opening times. For some of the new offerings, we only have a broad opening season, which means you should plan your trip later on in the year for the best chance that the attraction or restaurant is open during your vacation. Lots of new things are coming soon! For example, the opening of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind on May 27th, 2022 in EPCOT. We’re getting closer! If you’re hoping to book a trip to try out this attraction, you might want to do so very quickly. EPCOT park pass reservations are already running out around the ride’s opening date. ©Zach Riddley via Instagram (@thezachriddley) In addition, the Finding Nemo musical in Animal Kingdom is getting some big updates. When it reopens sometime in 2022, it’ll have a new storyline based on the sequel, Finding Dory. Finding Nemo: The Musical is getting some changes! There are also some new restaurants coming to Disney World this year! Salt & Straw is an ice cream shop that opened in Disney Springs. It specializes in unique flavors like Honey Lavender, and has holiday flavors as well like Turkey or Buttered Rolls! Salt & Straw is NOW OPEN in Disney Springs! Connections Café and Eatery in EPCOT has also opened in spring 2022! The Café part of this restaurant is the new Starbucks location in EPCOT! Connections Cafe Disney has also announced that the new Roundup Rodeo BBQ restaurant will open in Toy Story Land in Hollywood Studios sometime this year. This restaurant will make guests feel like they’re toys in Woody’s Rodeo! You’ll be able to eat barbecue fare here while surrounded by playsets of old Western towns. ©Disney Roundup Rodeo BBQ concept art There are some new technologies coming to Disney World this year as well, such as MagicBand+ coming in summer 2022. This feature works like normal MagicBands, but with some special capabilities like allowing guests to interact with the 50th Anniversary gold statues that can be found around Disney World parks. MagicBand+ And “Hey Disney” devices will be coming to Disney World and Disneyland hotel rooms, allowing guests to ask about park opening times and bus arrival times, request things like towels for the room, and ask Disney characters to tell you a joke! Amazon Echo Show Keep all of these upcoming things in mind, and if any of them are really important to you, you may want to plan your vacation dates around their opening timelines! Click here to learn more about the new restaurants coming to Disney World this year. You’re using Genie+ wrong (or not at all) In case you haven’t heard, Disney World has replaced FastPass+ with a new system called Genie+. With this system, guests will pay $15 per ticket per day in order to reserve times to skip the line on many attractions in Disney World. Splash Mountain Lightning Lane For certain rides (including the most popular ones in each park), you cannot skip the line using Genie+. Instead, you’d have to pay a separate fee for the individual ride in order to bypass the queue. Right now, this is the case for a handful of rides in each of the parks. Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Lightning Lane Both of these systems — Genie+ and pay-per-ride — are optional, so you do NOT have to add that cost to your vacation budget. However, Disney World has been VERY crowded lately, probably because people are making up for lost vacation time from the pandemic. Lightning Lane If you’re hoping to avoid some long lines in the parks, it might be a good idea to at least consider buying Genie+ for certain parks. Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios tend to get the longest lines for rides, so those parks usually let you get the most bang for your buck as far as Genie+ goes. You might not get on a ton of rides in Hollywood Studios (even with Genie+), but you’ll likely avoid at least 1 or 2 multi-hour waits. Rise of the Resistance Lightning Lane Disney has stated that guests can expect to skip the line on 2-3 rides per day with Genie+, but our reporters have found that you can really get on more rides with it, especially if you know how to use it well and are traveling with a smaller group. Frozen Ever After Lightning Lane For those looking to get on a lot of popular rides, Genie+ could be a good investment to save you a lot of time during your vacation. To make the most of it, be sure to study up on how to use it and take full advantage of the different features! See our FULL guide to Genie+ and Pay-Per-Ride here! You’re banking on the DDP Many people loved to use the Disney Dining Plan (DDP) during their vacation, which allows guests to pre-pay for their meals and snacks before even arriving in Disney World. Guests get credits to use throughout their trip, which can be for snacks, quick-service meals, or table-service meals. There are a variety of plans available with different amounts and kinds of credits. Disney Dining Plan Shirt If you’re a Dining Plan fan, you’ll need to note that it has NOT returned to Disney World. After the 2020 closure, it never returned to the parks. Disney has said that the DDP will return at some point, but they haven’t given us a timeline yet. The Disney Dining Plan will return. So how does this change your planning? You may need to do some extra research when it comes to your plans for eating in the parks. Since you’ll need to pay for each meal and snack instead of using credits, you’ll probably want to know the current prices at the restaurants you plan to visit. Check out prices before you come! We recommend taking a look at menus, prices, and reviews before your vacation so that you know which reservations and dining locations are worth your cash. We’ve got TONS of reviews here at DFB, so head to our Disney World Restaurants Guide online to check out the latest reviews at Disney World restaurants. Do some research first! Before you arrive in Disney World, you should have reservations for any table-service restaurants you’re hoping to visit. And it’s a good idea to plan out which snacks and quick-service spots you want to hit as well! It’s not the same as having the actual dining plan, but with lots of preparation, you can have a similar experience of not worrying about what you’ll buy during your trip. Learn more about the return of the Disney Dining Plan here. You’re not working the inflated prices into your budget Disney World increases prices on things like food and merchandise pretty regularly. In early 2022 we saw a BIG wave of price increases hit the parks, and many iconic snacks cost a little bit more now than they used to. Snack prices are changing! Prices can go up at snack stands, restaurants, merchandise shops, and elsewhere in Disney World, so make sure you’ve got a little wiggle room in your budget if you haven’t been to the parks in a while. We recommend budgeting at least $20 per person for a quick service meal and around $35 per person for table service meals. At signature or character dining locations, the cost will likely be closer to $45 or $50 per person. Budget for your meals! Take a look at the prices of merchandise before you visit as well, so that you know what to budget for souvenirs. Most Minnie Ear headbands cost $29.99, and those cute Loungefly mini-backpacks are usually $85. Spirit Jerseys are another popular item, and those are usually around $80. So. Many. Ears. But Disney World isn’t the only place you’ll see price increases. Right now, we’re seeing increased prices for flights, gasoline, and rideshares as well. General inflation and high demand for travel have driven up the cost of many transportation options. Flights cost more now The best way to be prepared for price increases is to do your research ahead of time. Look at flights well before your trip to see what prices are like, and compare that with the cost to drive to Disney World with current gas prices. Check out menus to see prices at Disney World restaurants so that you can plan for those costs as well. Check out 4 major price increases we’ve already seen in 2022 in Disney World. You’re not considering unofficial Disney “holidays” A lot of people know to avoid Disney World during holiday seasons because it can get even MORE crowded around Halloween and Christmas time. But are you taking the unofficial Disney “holidays” into account? Holidays in Magic Kingdom Some of these unofficial holidays include runDisney race weekends, Dapper Days, the start of EPCOT festivals, and special events like the opening of an attraction or a park’s anniversary. runDisney banners in Disney World EPCOT is celebrating its 40th anniversary on October 1st, 2022, so we’re expecting to see BIG crowds in that park on that day. EPCOT If you want to take part in these “holidays,” that’s great! Just be prepared for larger-than-normal crowds. And if you’re hoping to avoid the masses of people, check out the dates for these kinds of events before booking your reservations and tickets. Click here to see the 2022 schedule for runDisney races. You’re not planning on transportation changes Disney World has free transportation on property, including buses, the Monorail, and the Skyliner. But if you’re flying to your destination, you’ve still got to get from the Orlando International Airport to your Disney World hotel! Since Disney discontinued the Magical Express, there is no longer a free option to get from the airport to Disney World. Magical Express has been discontinued Instead, you’ll need to use one of the replacement services, all of which are paid. Mears Connect is run by the same people who ran Magical Express, and it’s located in the area of the airport where Magical Express used to be. This service currently costs $32 round-trip for adults and $27 round-trip for kids. One-way trips cost $16 for adults and $13.50 for kids. Mears Connect Bus Another option is to use Sunshine Flyer, which operates with buses that look like 1920’s train cars. This service costs $34 round-trip for adults and $25 round-trip for kids. One-way trips are $17 for adults and $12.50 for kids. ©The Sunshine Flyer If you’d rather not take a bus, you can always use rideshares like Uber and Lyft. These services will likely be more expensive than Mears Connect or Sunshine Flyer, but you’ll probably get to your hotel faster with no additional stops along the way, and you are paying per ride, rather than per passenger like you do with the bus services. Lyft pick-up zone at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Be sure to make a plan for getting to your Disney World hotel so that you don’t arrive at the airport with no way to get to your final destination! Click here for a comparison of the 2 Disney World Magical Express replacement services. We hope this list helps you out as you plan your 2022 Disney World trip! Our reporters are in the parks every single day, so we’re constantly looking out for more helpful tips and tricks. Keep following DFB for the latest news and best advice as you plan your upcoming Disney World vacation! See the 19 BEST Restaurants in Disney World in 2022 here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you visiting Disney World this year? Let us know in the comments. The post Why You’re Planning Your 2022 Disney World Vacation WRONG first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We love our tried and true Disney World food staples, like corn dog nuggets and plastic cheese, Dole Whip, and the famous Magic Kingdom spring rolls. DOLE Whip with mango cream liqueur But, it’s also very exciting to find new delicious seasonal treats (we just wish they would stick around!). So, let’s take a look at all of the NEW food at Disney World for the summertime! EPCOT Sunshine Seasons Pizza Rolls: Both Cheese and Pepperoni Pizza Rolls (NEW) ©Disney Disney Springs Marketplace Snacks Mickey Waffle Sundae: vanilla soft-serve, hot fudge, cookie crumbles, and white chocolate crisp pearls (NEW) Minnie Waffle Sundae: vanilla soft-serve, strawberry topping, sliced strawberries, and white chocolate crisp pearls (NEW) Donald’s Waffle Sundae: vanilla soft-serve, lemon curd, and blueberries (NEW) Goofy’s Peanut Waffle Sundae: vanilla and chocolate soft-serve with hot fudge, peanuts, sliced bananas, sliced strawberries, M&M’s Minis, and a cherry on top (NEW) Pluto’s Waffle Sundae: chocolate soft-serve, chocolate-covered pretzels, peanut butter sauce, and milk chocolate crisp pearls (NEW) ©Disney Disney World Resort Hotels These items will be available at the following locations: Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort End Zone Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Riverside Mill Food Court at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter Now through June 7th, 2022, you can enjoy the: Plant-based Mickey-shaped Frittata: tomato, spinach, onions, and “mozzarella” served with potatoes and mixed fruit (NEW) The IMPOSSIBLE Burger: IMPOSSIBLE patty topped with Carolina-style barbecued jackfruit, pickled slaw, and “cheddar” served with French fries (NEW) ©Disney Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Gasparilla Island Grill The Cheshire Cat Wildberry Mousse: swirls of wildberry mousse, berry compote, and cake crumbles topped with a white chocolate Cheshire Cat (NEW) How fun! Orange Bird Cake Pop: yellow cake pop swirled with citrus-scented buttercream to look like this iconic character (NEW) Brownie Crispy Cone: an ice cream cone filled with caramel-swirled brownie topped with a crisped rice treat, white chocolate drizzle, and sprinkles (NEW) It’s so cute! Those are all of the new snacks at Disney World this summer! Stay tuned to DFB as we bring you more Disney food news and reviews. Click here to see our review of the giant Orange Bird cake pop! 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 are you the most excited to eat this summer? Tell us in the comments! The post All of the NEW Food at Disney World for the Summer first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The much beloved Fantasmic! show is coming back to Disneyland soon, but why watch it from a regular spot when you could take your nighttime experience to the NEXT LEVEL? Fantasmic! at Disneyland ©Disney We’ve already gotten the showtimes for the return of Fantasmic!, and Disney is working on rearranging the Fantasmic! viewing area in Disneyland to improve traffic flow. But if you want to take your viewing experience and make it more special, there’s something you’ll want to check out. Recently Disney announced important details about something that’ll be returning with Fantasmic! — Fantasmic! Dinner Packages! Fantasmic! dining packages have been offered in the past, so we’re excited to learn that this offering will be coming back. Fantasmic! will be back in Disneyland park on May 28th, and dining packages, which will include 3-course meals, will return with it at both Hungry Bear Restaurant and River Belle Terrace. Construction for Fantasmic! Let’s break down what you need to know. Hungry Bear Hungry Bear will be offering an on-the-go package. With this package, you can get lunch or dinner from Hungry Bear. You’ll be able to reserve a meal pick-up time up to 60 days before your visit by going to the Fantasmic on-the-go package website. Then, you’ll head to Hungry Bear during your designed pick-up window, choose an entree and side dish, plus a drink and dessert. Along with your meal, you’ll get a voucher to enter a reserved Fantasmic! viewing area for the 1st or 2nd show of the night. Hungry Bear Restaurant This package will include a selection of Southern-inspired dishes, like BBQ pork ribs, grilled salmon salad, a barbecued half-chicken, bacon potato salad, seasonal vegetables, and dessert. There will also be a “plant-based Impossible sloppy joe sandwich with seasonal vegetables, fresh fruit, dessert and fountain beverage.” The kids meal will include “barbecued ribs, mac and cheese, and a plant-based Impossible sloppy joe slider.” Prices are $35 for adults and $25 for kids (ages 3-9), tax not included. River Belle Terrace River Belle Terrace will have 2 dining package options. First, there’s a Premium Package. This will include dinner and the ability to watch the first performance of Fantasmic! right from your table at the restaurant’s outdoor patio! Guests will be able to choose from items on the regular menu or special items only on the Dining Package menu, like “loaded potato bites, petite New York steak and scallops, chicken and dumplings skillet, pan-roasted shrimp, chocolate rocky road cake or white chocolate raspberry trifle.” Reservations can be made 60 days in advance on the Disneyland website, and the pricing is $75 per adult or $45 per child (ages 3-9). Tax and gratuity are not included in that price. The dinner for this option will start at 7:15PM. River Belle Terrace River Belle Terrace will also offer a “standard” dining package. With this selection, you’ll get to eat a Southern-style lunch or dinner at River Belle Terrace and then get a voucher for your Fantasmic! seating. The voucher lets you see the show from a reserved viewing spot and you’ll be able to go to either of the 2 Fantasmic! performances that night. Again, you’ll be able to pick from regular menu items or items that are exclusive to the Fantasmic! Dining Package. To get this “standard” package, you’ll request the Standard Package from the server when you eat at River Belle Terrace. It actually cannot be reserved in advance, and availability will be limited. The price is $50 per adult and $30 per child (ages 3-9), lunch or dinner, tax and gratuity not included. Times start at 11AM for lunch and 4PM for dinner. River Belle Terrace | 2021 But that’s not all! In the future, it appears Blue Bayou Restaurant will also offer a Fantasmic! dining package. It is currently listed on Disneyland’s Fantasmic! dining package website and Disney indicates that guests should check back for opening date, pricing, and package details. Blue Bayou Restaurant is currently closed for refurbishment. ©Disney A few reminders: Disneyland admission is required, but not included in the prices for these packages A valid Disneyland park reservation is also required Same-day reservations for the River Belle Terrace premium and standard packages will be available on a limited basis (subject to availability) If you’re hoping to get a reserved spot for Fantasmic!, this could be a great option. Be sure to check for availability and see what reservations you can snag. Click here to see our page with full details about dining packages for Disneyland’s spectaculars, parades, and shows! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! 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Forget EVERYTHING you think you know about Disney World snacks. Although Disney World snacks can be tasty and satisfying, they can also be deceiving. DOLE Whip with mango cream liqueur But we’re going to clear things up for you, here on DFB Guide. Check out our video below on You’re TOTALLY WRONG About Disney World Snacks. Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Tell us your favorite Disney World snack in the comments below! The post DFB Video: You're TOTALLY WRONG About Disney World Snacks first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney+ has made a huge splash in the streaming service world since it launched back in 2019. ©Disney We’ve seen a ton of original content, like The Mandalorian and WandaVision, as well as the release of blockbuster movies on the service, like Pixar’s Turning Red. A big thing that set Disney+ apart from some other streaming services was its lack of advertising. But, ads are coming to Disney+ later this year, and now, we know more about the types of ads subscribers can expect to see. The new ad-supported tier of Disney+ will not accept alcohol or political advertising at its launch, according to Variety. Disney will also not take ads from rival outlets or entertainment studios. ©Netflix Two media buyers with knowledge of recent discussions between the company and advertising agencies said Disney is being careful not to have ads that could overshadow the service’s family-friendly environment. They also said Disney will be cautious about running ads during shows aimed at pre-school audiences, and will not run any ads at all when an individual user profile indicates that a young child is watching, according to Variety. ©Disney Media buyers said that the level of control Disney is showing over the potential ads for the streaming service could create a sense of scarcity for its commercial inventory, which could also increase demand from marketers. Ads on Disney+ will run an average of four minutes per hour or less, according to Variety. This makes the service more competitive, as this would be fewer ads per hour than Peacock has right now and be the about the same amount of ads as HBO Max. This is also significantly fewer ads than Disney’s sister streaming outlet Hulu, which has ran as many as 9 to 12 ads per hour. Note that the official amount of ads per hour coming to Disney+ has not yet been confirmed by the company. ©Disney The strict control of ads is not new for Disney. On the Disney Channel, there are no traditional ads, only sponsored messages that tie into the network’s programming. And, over on Disney Junior, there are typically no commercials at all. ©Disney And ad-supported tier on Disney+ “is going to give us the ability to reach an even more broad audience as we expand Disney+ across multiple price points,” said Disney’s CEO Bob Chapek during the Q2 earnings call last week. ©Disney If you don’t want ads on Disney+, don’t worry, there will still be an option to subscribe with no ads, it will just be at a higher price point than the ad-supported subscription level. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates. Click here to learn about how many subscribers Disney+ now has 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 okay with ads on Disney+, or will you pay more for the tier without them? Tell us in the comments! The post DETAILS on What Kinds of Ads Disney+ Will Run first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

At Disneyland Paris, it takes 400 dedicated cast members to design and create the magical costumes for cast members and performers – creating more than 30,000 exquisite costumes since 1992. In fact, Disneyland Paris holds one of Europe’s largest costume collections. It comes as no surprise that the Château de Fontainebleau, home to 34 kings […]View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. When was the last time you visited a Disney park? Main Street, U.S.A. If it’s been a while, we know just how bummed you might be. Sometimes life gets in the way and you aren’t able to ride the newest attraction or check out the poppin’ new eatery in the parks. Luckily, we live in a world where we’re able to get almost anything we want at the touch of a button — and that includes Disney merchandise. We’re back with the BEST Disney deals you can get on Amazon this week! Let your kiddos’ imaginations run wild with the Just Play Disney Junior T.O.T.S. Collectible Figure Set. ©Amazon It comes with six different characters and is on sale for $6.29 (normally $13.99!). Click here to shop the Disney Junior T.O.T.S. set In the market for a new watch? Check out the Disney Women’s Mickey Mouse Analog Quartz Watch for $55.20. ©Amazon This gold and silver toned watch would match almost any outfit, and is on sale from $99.99. Click here to shop the Mickey Mouse watch Get ready for some fun in the sun with the Disney Pixar Monsters University beach ball! ©Amazon It features Mike Wazowski and is 30″ around. It’s normally $16.99 but you can get it for $9.60! Click here to shop the Disney Pixar beach ball On those rainy summer days you’ll need to keep the kids (and yourself) occupied indoors, why not do this Three Caballeros Puzzle from Ravensberger? ©Amazon It’s 1,000 pieces and is on sale for $13.10 but is regularly $29.99. Click here to shop the Three Caballeros puzzle Want to add a little bounce to your keys? This Brass Tigger keychain might do the trick. It’s lightweight and small so it won’t weigh you down! ©Amazon You can get it for $8.10 (normally $11.75). Click here to shop the Tigger keychain If you’re heading to Disney soon and need some new luggage for your kids, the American Tourister Frozen suitcase could be perfect. ©Amazon It’s on sale for $43.05, down from $59.99 and is 18 inches tall. Click here to shop the Frozen Kids suitcase If you’re looking for some Disney deals at a great price, head on over to Amazon! For the latest Disney news and more, be sure to stay tuned to DFB. Click here to read why you SHOULDN’T stay at a Disney Resort hotel. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Where do you shop for Disney merchandise? Let us know in the comments! The post You're NOT Dreaming, These Are the BEST Disney Deals on Amazon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The summer is practically here, and as the season comes around, there are some tasty treats and eats you simply must indulge in at both Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. From sweet sensations at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa to dining packages for the returning Fantasmic! at Disneyland park, there is tons of exciting foodie news that will get you excited and, of course, hungry! View the full article

The Disney Cruise Line has provided a ton of exciting announcements lately! Ready to Get Cruising? They’ve extended their payment and booking flexibility, provided various discounts on select sailings, and are expecting to have the Disney Wish take its Maiden Voyage this summer. And if you’ve been hoping to book a trip to a unique destination (a.k.a. somewhere that’s not a hot, sunny beach), you’re going to want to hear the newest Disney Cruise Line announcement! Previously, Disney Cruise Line voyages to Alaska weren’t being offered, partially due to COVID-19 restrictions on ships in Canadian waters (where the Disney Cruise Line’s Alaskan cruises typically depart from). But the Disney Cruise Line just announced that the Disney Wonder will be returning to Alaska for the 2022 and 2023 summer seasons! Disney Cruise Line Wonder Ship Disney posted a video showing some of the scenery you can expect to see onboard. You can find the rates, dates, and sailing information for the Alaskan cruises on the Disney Cruise Line website now. ©Disney On May 16th, the Wonder departed from Vancouver, Canada for its first return to Alaska, and it will be inviting guests to join the trip later this summer. Onboard, guests can expect themed entertainment and experiences like deck parties, firework shows, and more. Off-shore excursions will also be available so that guests can see more of Alaska. ©Disney So if you’ve been looking forward to the return of the Alaskan cruises, check out the cruise itineraries on the Disney Cruise Line website! We’ll continue to keep you updated with the latest Disney Cruise Line news, so stay tuned to DFB. Check out how you can save BIG on a Disney Cruise! What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Check Out Lots of Details About Disney Cruise Line’s Newest Ship -- the Disney Wish (Including More About the Star Wars Bar and First Attraction at Sea Coming to the Wish) See the Latest on Disney Cruise Line’s Mask Policy Learn About Disney Cruise Line’s COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Policies Check Out 10 Things That’ll Be Different About Your Next Disney Cruise See More About the Virtual Queues and Other Changes Made on Disney Cruises Check Out How Much It’ll Cost to Sail on Disney’s Newest Cruise Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Have you ever been on a Disney Cruise? Let us know in the comments! The post The Disney Cruise Line Will Resume Cruises to Alaska SOON! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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The mischievous Cheshire Cat from Alice in Wonderland has inspired some of our favorite Disney treats, like the Cat Tail from Cheshire Cafe in Magic Kingdom. Cheshire Cat Tail But if flaky pastries aren’t your thing, there’s another Cheshire Cat-inspired treat you can grab in Disney World right now! As a bonus — you don’t even need a park ticket to order it. But can it beat the Cat Tail?? Let’s find out! At Gasparilla Island Grill in Disney’s Grand Floridian Hotel & Spa, you can find a variety of quick service goodies as well as a bakery case filled with regular and seasonal treats. Gasparilla Island Grill New to the menu is the Cheshire Cat Wild Berry Parfait, made with layers of wildberry mousse, raspberry sauce, berry crumble, and a Cheshire Cat white chocolate disc for $6.49. It looks just like the Cheshire Cat’s stripes! Cheshire Cat Wild Berry Parfait So first of all, if you’re thinking that this is a typical breakfast parfait, you’d be wrong. This is more like a dessert parfait than a traditional yogurt parfait. Lots of layers! However, we were SHOCKED by how much we liked this! It’s a perfect mix of sweet and tart and the flavors work well together. The layer of berry crumble gives it nice flavoring and a good crunch, and the fruit layer is REALLY tart (in a good way!). Yum! If you’re looking for a healthy breakfast or you’re not a fan of sweet or tart flavors, this is probably a skip for you. But as a dessert parfait, it’s delicious, and if you like your treats sweet and sour, you should definitely give it a try. Love it! The Cat Tail is still our favorite Cheshire Cat treat, but if you want to try a NEW cat treat head over to Gasparilla Island Grill for the Cheshire Cat Wild Berry Parfait! And keep following DFB for more Disney food reviews! Is the new $32 POG drink in Disney World worth it?? We found 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. Would you try this new Cheshire Cat-inspired treat? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: Did a Disney World Hotel Treat Just Beat Out a Magic Kingdom Favorite?! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Let’s see what’s happening in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Tree of Life As we near the 5-year anniversary of Pandora – The World of Avatar on May 27th, we’re seeing new Pandora merchandise hit the parks! And while we expected to see mostly Pandora merchandise hit the park, instead we mostly saw…Simba?! That’s right, Disney seems to be stuck in 1994 (when Lion King was released, of course), as the park was full of Simba merch. Like, seriously…Simba is everywhere. Of course, we saw other updates in the park too, like new food offerings and items unrelated to Lion King, so let’s see what’s new in Animal Kingdom! Animal Kingdom Merchandise Updates Discovery Trading Company As far as new merchandise goes, we saw this new yellow Disney World Tank Top for $39.99. It features Mickey Mouse in different colors, as well as the Walt Disney World logo! Yellow Tank We also saw the white Mickey Mouse Tank Top hit the store for $36.99! Mickey Mouse Tank Top We also saw some items get restocked, like the 50th notepad, photo album, coloring book… Restocked Items …and the Belle nuiMO. Belle nuiMO And that’s all the updates we have for Discovery Trading Company! Click here to see the Moana nuiMO! Riverside Depot We saw two Wishables packs in the store that were previously only seen in other parks! Riverside Depot now has the Star Wars Wishables pack for $14.99 (previously seen in Hollywood Studios)… Star Wars Wishables …and the Main Street Electrical Parade Wishables pack for $16.99 (previously seen in Magic Kingdom). Main Street Electrical Parade Wishables We also saw the Haunted Mansion Mug restocked! Haunted Mansion Mug And that’s all the new items we found in Riverside Depot! Click here to get the Main Street Electrical Parade Wishables! Island Mercantile We saw the Orange Bird dress was in stock! Orange Bird Dress We also saw the new Simba Crop Hoodie! It’s a yellow hoodie with a white Simba print, and costs $49.99. Simba Hoodie And that’s all the updates from Island Mercantile! Check out the Orange Bird Harveys Bag! Windtraders We saw a couple items out of stock, like the blue and red Banshees… Banshee …and the Pandora Spray Fans. Spray Fans Missing We also saw the new Pandora – The World of Avatar Windbreaker for $59.99! Windbreaker And those are all the updates for Windtraders! Check out the Pandora – The World of Avatar Online Merchandise! Mombasa Marketplace Remember the Simba Crop Sweater we saw in Island Mercantile? Well, there’s a matching pair of Simba Lounge Pants for $49.99 in Mombasa Marketplace! Lounge Pants That’s all we had to share from Mombasa Marketplace! Check out the…interesting Simba Plush we saw in Mombasa Marketplace! Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures The only update we have from this location is the new Seven Dwarves Pin that costs $17.99! Pin The art style is super cute! We found the perfect accessory for Snow White fans! Animal Kingdom Food Updates The Lion King Novelty Cup is back in stock! The Cup And that’s all for Drinkwallah! Festival of the Lion King Reducing Showtimes SOON In Disney World Zuri’s Sweets Shop The new Rice Crispy treat with Mickey Mouse chocolate chips costs $5.49! Rice Crispy Treat That’s all for Zuri’s! Check out the 50th Anniversary treats! Dino Diner The Sea Turtle Slush is now on the menu! Menu And that’s all the food updates from Animal Kingdom! Check out the 50th Anniversary food in Disney World! Animal Kingdom General Updates The Minnie Sipper and Simba Popcorn Bucket can be found all over the park! Minnie and Simba! And that wraps up all of our Animal Kingdom updates! We’ll continue to give you the latest updates, so stay tuned to DFB! Check out the ONLINE Pandora – The World of Avatar Merchandise! 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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Guests aboard Kilimanjaro Safaris may notice some of the rhinos – along with rhinos at select accredited institutions around the U.S. – are sporting an activity tracker very similar to the popular fitness trackers many of us have worn to track our daily steps and activity, but on a much larger scale!View the full article

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Here at DFB, we try A LOT of new food (it is in our name, after all!). Orange Bird Mural We recently tried a Berries and Cream Churro (don’t worry, we were confused too) in Disneyland, two new Starbucks items in Disney World, and some new menu items at Skipper Canteen in Magic Kingdom, and today, we’re trying a new treat! Today, we headed over to the Grand Floridian to try a new Disney World treat. We tried the Orange Bird Cake Pop from Gasparilla Island Grill. It is a “vanilla cake pop with citrus buttercream enrobed in white chocolate decorated as Orange Bird.” Orange Bird Cake Pop! We loved pretty much everything about this cake pop. The cake itself was incredibly moist and it has just a hint of orange flavor so it’s not super overwhelming. The white chocolate created a nice crunch and overall the consistency of the treat really worked well. It’s also a pretty decent size, so you could share if you wanted to. Plus, it’s ADORABLE! (Or maybe a little creepy, depending on who you ask.) You tell us if you think it’s cute or creepy. We really are torn! It’s so cute! If you’re not a fan of citrus, you may want to steer away from this treat, but honestly, it was such a light touch you might still like the cake pop as a whole. One downfall of the cake pop is that the cake is so moist (which flavor-wise is great!) that it sort of fell apart. We don’t think it would travel very well, so if you’re wanting to grab something to take home with you, you should probably pick something else. The cake inside is so moist! You can grab this Orange Bird Cake Pop at Gasparilla Island Grill at the Grand Floridian for $7.99. Make sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney food news and updates! Is Genie+ NECESSARY Now in Disney World? We Spill the Tea. 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. Would you try this Orange Bird Cake Pop? Let us know in the comments! The post RED ALERT. A Massive Orange Bird Cupcake Exists in Disney World! 😱 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Listen, there are a LOT of ways to spend your money at Disney World. Seriously…temptations around every corner! Cinderella Castle Whether it’s special experiences, unique souvenirs, or snacks that would look spectacular on your Instagram, it’s hard to resist some of the things we spot in the parks and resorts. But today when we were at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, we found a double whammy — a drink that sounds delicious…AND comes with a fun souvenir cup! There’s a new addition at the Polynesian’s Tambu Lounge — it’s the Papeete Pipeline for $32. A new item! Now that may seem like a pretty steep price tag for a drink that comes with Sailor Jerry Spiced rum, Coconut Rum, Bols Melon Liqueur, and Minute Maid Passion Fruit Orange Guava Juice (AKA our beloved POG juice), but you’ll also get a pretty fun souvenir cup to go along with it! The souvenir cup! It’s a wooden mug design with the bottom half made to look like sand. The sides are wrapped with miniature re-creations of surfboards — even some with hidden Mickeys! This will be a fun addition to your kitchen! The drink itself is served separately in a clear cup. It’s a really pretty thing with a bold, tropical shade of orange and garnished with a cherry. It’s a pretty drink. But what about the taste? Mainly, it’s fruity and tropical. The alcohol wasn’t overpowering, and it has a fair amount of sweetness from the POG juice and the melon liqueur. An up-close look at the drink Really, this is a great drink for someone who wants to feel like they’re sitting on a beach somewhere and relaxing in the sun. If you’re not a fan of sweet or fruit-forward drinks, you may want to pass, but it definitely epitomizes the “tropical vacation” feel in a beverage. Want to sip something fruity? This is just for you! So is it worth it? Well, if you’re a collector of souvenir cups and this is one that you just HAVE to add to your collection, then it’s possible! If not, you may want to try ordering this drink on its own instead — you can buy it solo for $15. But we’re definitely recommending the beverage for POG juice lovers! That’s all for now, but we’ll keep updating you with new snacks and drinks that we find around Disney World. Stay tuned to DFB for all the reviews you need to read before your vacation! Click Here to Check Out a Recipe for Krakatoa Punch from Disney’s Polynesian Resort! 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 the Tambu Lounge? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: Is the NEW POG Drink in Disney World Worth It?! We Found Out! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

For Walt Disney World Resort cast member Patrickson Lume, being an engineer has always been a dream—and Disney Aspire has helped him place this #DreamWithinReach. Patrickson first joined Disney in 2013 as an attractions host at EPCOT, working at Mission: SPACE. Since then, Patrickson has always wanted to be one of the engineers helping to […]View the full article

Graduates wearing a cap and gown can take a free ride on The Wheel at ICON Park with a paying guest now through June. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. When it comes to Minnie ears, we’ve seen all sorts of different styles and designs. Loki Ears From special holiday ears and champagne sequins to Orange Bird ears and even Space Mountain ears, there’s probably a pair out there for just about anyone. Even Marvel fans get to show off their style with Minnie ears, and another pair of Marvel Minnie ears was just released online! Captain Marvel Minnie ears have flown onto shopDisney! We had previously spotted these in Disneyland, but now you can get them online as well. ©shopDisney Each ear features her iconic star logo in her red, blue, and gold color scheme which is extended down the headband. Is that a… mohawk?! The back of one ear reads “Higher Further Faster,” a nod to Captain Marvel of course. Higher, Further, Faster You won’t find a bow on these ears — instead, Captain Marvel’s blonde mohawk is attached in between the two, giving some marvelous vibes. You can get these ears for $29.99. Click Here to Shop the Captain Marvel Ears on shopDisney We’re always on the hunt for the newest pair of Minnie ears, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more! Can you name every character on Disney’s new pair of ears?! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you going to be adding the Captain Marvel ears to your collection? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney's Mohawk Ears (Yes, You Read That Correctly) Are Now Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s been 13 years since Avatar was released in theaters, earning over $2.8 billion, making it the highest grossing movie of all time. It inspired an entire area in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Pandora — The World of Avatar (which is celebrating its 5th Anniversary soon, by the way), and since the initial movie’s release, many have been eagerly waiting for information about its sequel. Pandora — the World of Avatar We recently got to see the teaser trailer for the new movie, Avatar: The Way of Water, and when it is released, James Cameron is hoping to reintroduce a dying film medium: films in 3D. When the first Avatar movie was released in 2009, it showed the promise of the 3D film medium. Though there were some films released in 3D before it, for many movie fans, Avatar might have been the very first movie they truly saw in 3D in theaters. Following Avatar‘s release, there was a whole wave of movies — no matter the film or genre — released in 3D. Some of these films were converted to 3D in a more rushed manner. This led to worsening experiences for moviegoers. By 2017, movies were only earning 17% of their revenue from showings in 3D, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The medium was one that many had “written off,” even before the impacts of COVID-19 on the theater industry. But Disney is hoping to bring it back. ©Disney Megan Colligan, president of Imax Entertainment, shares that “Warming up 3D has to be done thoughtfully and carefully.” The issue with the movie industry in the early 2010s was that movies were being converted to 3D even if they weren’t filmed or produced with 3D in mind. Jon Landau, James Cameron’s producing partner at Lightstorm Entertainment, said “there’s a period of time where people felt that converting something to 3D made it a better movie; 3D does not change the movie, 3D exacerbates whatever the movie is…a filmmaker needs to bring a sensibility of how to use that to enhance the narrative storytelling.” Pandora: The World of Avatar James Cameron, the director of the original Avatar movie and its sequel, understands this format, according to Colligan, and he’s aiming to bring it back by making seeing Avatar 2 in 3D an entire experience. Luckily, technology has improved over the past ten years to help aid Cameron in that quest. For example, 3D glasses can cut down on some lighting, but brighter laser projectors have now been introduced that help the issue. Pandora With the rise of streaming services, the movie industry is looking to make heading to the movie theaters an experience that viewers can’t get at home. “We are giving people something that they cannot get anywhere else. We need the exhibition community to be supportive of that and to understand that we are competing with different technologies than are in people’s homes,” said John Landau. Disney’s chief of global film distribution, Tony Chambers, has said, “At a time when people are used to being at home watching content, anything that encourages them to go to theaters has to be a positive for us and the industry in general…It’s all about the experience. If done right, people will come out again and again. The messaging won’t be to see Avatar 2 in 3D but to see it for the experience.” Pandora: The World of Avatar Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness might just prove that 3D isn’t the dying form some think it is. Nearly 10% of moviegoers in North America chose to watch this film in 3D, “an unheard-of jump.” And more movie releases in 3D in the near future could push things further. Disney will be offering Lightyear in 3D, and Universal which will push Jurassic World: Dominion in 3D as well. 3D films also continue to be really popular in certain parts of the world like Brazil and Germany. Theater owners may also be on board with the revival of 3D, since it can boost their revenue. But, Patrick Corcoran, chief communications officer for the National Association of Theatre Owners warns that 3D is “not the answer to everything but cannot be treated as an afterthought.” 3D Glasses The success of this focus on 3D still remains to be seen, but if Avatar 2 does as well in theaters as its predecessor, it may be time to don those 3D glasses and head to the theater once more. Avatar: The Way of Water is set to premiere in December of this year. In the meantime, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest news! Click here for the title and premise of a brand new Pixar film! 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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Picture this: it’s a warm evening on Seven Seas Lagoon at Walt Disney World Resort. You’re waiting to watch “Disney Enchantment” from one of the resort hotels overlooking the water, when suddenly two strings of black barges appear on the horizon. Cheers erupt as music begins to play—first playful, and then patriotic—and the barges come […]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. Disney World’s 50th Anniversary isn’t the only celebration happening around the parks! Pandora — the World of Avatar A ton of celebrations will take place on May 27th too! While Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will officially launch in EPCOT that day, an entirely different celebration will be taking place as well. That celebration is the 5-year anniversary of the opening of Pandora — The World of Avatar! And if you can’t visit Animal Kingdom to celebrate, no worries! You’re able to snag some celebratory merchandise from home! We’ve seen this merchandise already at a media event, and around the parks, but now you can grab some items for yourself on shopDisney! Join the celebration with the Pandora – The World of Avatar Light-Up Loungefly Backpack for $80! Loungefly Backpack This bag transports you into the world of Pandora – The World of Avatar with light-up features (love that), simulated leather material, and a design inspired by the land! Get the Loungefly Pandora Backpack here! There’s also the Pandora – The World of Avatar Umbrella that costs $39.99! This umbrella is awesome. The top side has a glow-in-the-dark moon and stars… Top Side of the Umbrella | ©Disney …and the canopy features the landscape of Pandora! Umbrella It’s so bright and colorful! Get the Pandora – The World of Avatar Umbrella here! Another bag option is the Pandora – The World of Avatar Backpack! Prepare for a hike among the floating mountains of the Valley of Mo’ara (or anywhere else in the land) with this backpack! It has an embroidered Pandora Valley of Mo’ara patch, rainbow-striped screen art of the Valley of Mo’ara, side mesh compartments, and a padded back! Backpack With Various Buttons/Pins (not included) This bag costs $39.99! Get the Pandora – The World of Avatar Backpack here! Bring the celebration to your phone with the Pandora: The World of Avatar Rainbow PopGrip! It costs $19.99, glows-in-the-dark (!!), and has the same rainbow-striped Pandora Valley of Mo’ara pattern seen on the last backpack! PopGrip | ©Disney It also helps keep your phone secure when you’re strolling through Pandora – The World of Avatar! Get the Pandora: The World of Avatar Rainbow PopGrip here! To keep warm, there’s the Pandora – The World of Avatar Adult Bomber Jacket! The jacket’s artwork celebrates the land… Pandora Bomber …and has “Experience Pandora – A world like no other” featured on the back. Pandora Bomber The jacket costs $64.99! Get the Pandora – The World of Avatar Adult Bomber Jacket here! If the artwork on the Pandora – The World of Avatar Hoodie Jacket looks familiar, it’s because we’ve already seen it on the Loungefly Backpack! (We love the recurring designs in this collection!) Hoodie Jacket | ©Disney The jacket is $59.99, is water-resistant (perfect for Florida weather), has side pockets, and elastic cuffs and hem! Get the Pandora – The World of Avatar Hoodie Jacket here! Head over to shopDisney now to grab some Pandora – The World of Avatar merchandise! And we’ll continue to update you with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB! Check Out More Pandora – The World of Avatar Merchandise 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 item is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post *SIGH* OK, Disney. Take My Money. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Last fall, cast members at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort entered a sweepstakes for an exclusive tour of The Walt Disney Studios and Walt Disney Archives in Burbank, CA. Winners would be treated to a magical day with the Disneyland Resort Ambassadors, learning historical facts about The Walt Disney Company from our expert […]View the full article