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Have you been to EPCOT recently? Mickey in EPCOT Would you believe us if we told you you’re doing EPCOT wrong!? Maybe you did all you could to study up on EPCOT hidden secrets and tips, but you still might have made these BIG mistakes while you were exploring. Let’s stop you from doing them next time! Moving through the countries too quickly in World Showcase. First things first, during your EPCOT visits you might be moving through the countries too quickly in World Showcase. Look, we get it. There is a LOT to get through. With 11 different country pavilions AND the whole other half of the park in Future World, it can be tempting to keep a quick pace. World Showcase But some of the BEST magic in EPCOT is tucked in the hidden spaces of the World Showcase pavilions. There’s a LOT to explore, from shopping to theming — even tucked away pathways you may never spot without looking! World Showcase Don’t stick to that main path when making your way around World Showcase. Grab a drink and a snack and get wandering into those Pavilions. Some of our favorite spots to find include the Stave Church exhibit in Norway, the koi pond in Japan, and the Fez House in Morocco! Click here to learn more about World Showcase! Getting in line for Test Track at the wrong time. On the other side of the park, you might be getting in line for Test Track at the wrong time. Unless you’re visiting EPCOT during a VERY slow time, Test Track can have loooooong lines for most of the day. Don’t waste precious EPCOT time waiting to zoom along in your sim car! Test Track We recommend getting in line for Test Track right at rope drop (usually a little before posted open), but only if you’re in one of the first crowds to make it to the ride. The wait time usually rockets above an hour immediately after park open as would-be rope droppers trickle in. What Design Would You Make? Your other option to keep Test Track from sucking up time out of your day is to save it for the very LAST thing you do. You can get in line until one minute before park close. Typically, doing so will have you in shorter lines AND everything else will be closed while you wait (so you’re not missing out on anything). Want to see more of those LONG EPCOT waits? Click here! Starting on the wrong side of World Showcase. Alright, this one is more subjective. But you don’t want to start on the wrong side of World Showcase. Plenty of Disney fans have STRONG opinions about starting in Mexico or Canada (and don’t forget the lesser-thought-of International Gateway option). Mexico Pavilion Really, this decision depends on what your priorities are! If you’re eating and drinking around the world, think about how you’d rather end a long day: With a margarita and chips or a beer and popcorn? Canada If it’s more about crowds for you, you might want to head towards Canada. Mexico has you walking around clockwise which seems to make more guests gravitate in that direction. Heading towards Canada might have you going against crowds and waiting in shorter lines. But if you REALLY want a pro tip for avoiding crowds, you’ll want to read the next mistake… Not using the boat from Canada to Morocco. You are making a HUGE mistake if you’re not using the boat between Canada and Morocco. World Showcase is HUGE and this boat can get you across in just five minutes. You might think taking a boat is a waste, but it really will save you time and ENERGY in EPCOT! EPCOT Boat First of all, the boat is a great trick to beat the crowds. If you’re starting around World Showcase first thing with everyone else, you might want to forgo going to Mexico or Canada and instead take the boat to Morocco, then go left! Because this is the furthest you can easily get from any of the entrances to World Showcase, it’s usually a surefire way to avoid and move AGAINST the crowds. EPCOT Boat But that’s not the only way the boat can be useful. Have you ever found yourself hankering for an air-conditioned ride on Spaceship Earth in the middle of eating your way through a festival? We certainly have…pretty much every time. Conveniently, that need usually hits around Morocco. Don’t despair that the walk is too far to go hop on a ride and resume your World Showcase route, just use the boat! To read about the return of Friendship Boats in Disney World, click here! Skipping half the park. EPCOT is very much two parks in one, even with all the construction going on right now. You’ve got the three lands of World Celebration, World Discovery, and World Nature (the half of the park formerly known as Future World) with iconic attractions and classic EPCOT theming, and then you’ve got World Showcase with its amazing dining and world-class theming. For many, there’s a strong preference toward one half of the park or the other. You may think you want to skip the front half of EPCOT, but you don’t! If you only care about rides, you might opt to skip World Showcase. If you’re a big food fan, you’ll probably blaze through the front half of the park en route to the eater’s paradise of World Showcase. But both halves have some AMAZING offerings that you shouldn’t skip. World Showcase You should certainly plan your EPCOT day around your priorities but plan at least one dip into the other half of the park. It’s good to mix things up and you can likely make time to experience both! Click here to learn about recent changes to EPCOT! Making a lot of dining reservations during a festival. And finally, we’ve got a tried and true tip. No matter how many times we say not to, it’s easy to think that making a table service dining reservation is a good idea during an EPCOT festival. If you plan on eating at the current fest, DON’T make that reservation! Coral Reef Restaurant There are typically dozens of booths at the EPCOT festivals and you might find yourself surprisingly stuffed come time for your dinner reservation. Or, if you have an earlier reservation, you might be too full to try all the amazing festival food! Garden Grill Make sure you don’t end up in this situation by not making that dining reservation unless you KNOW your stomach can handle it with all the festival food you’re eyeing. To learn more about reservations in Disney World, click here! As you can see, there are a lot of mistakes you can make during your EPCOT day, but now you know how to avoid them! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest tips and tricks for Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What are some EPCOT mistakes we missed? Tell us in the comments! The post Everything You’re Doing Wrong at EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World’s big 50th Anniversary Celebration has been going on for about 8 months now, and it’s not even close to being over yet! So far we’ve seen some over-the-top (and delicious) snacks, TWO new fireworks shows, exclusive merchandise, and MORE released for the iconic 18-month celebration. New commemorative Disney plane And, depending on how you get to Disney World, you might be celebrating Disney World’s 50th anniversary BEFORE you even set foot in Florida! For example, Southwest has an ENTIRE PLANE that is decked out for the party featuring EARidescent details and Disney characters both inside and out. And, now another airline has a special offering! According to Air Canada, guests waiting to board their flight to the United States from Toronto Pearson International Airport can now check out the Walt Disney World Resort 50th Anniversary-themed kids’ room! ©Air Canada The room is located in the Maple Leaf Lounge in Terminal 1, Level 4 Node F, and features several larger-than-life photo ops, Disney-themed activities, and more for the kiddos! ©Air Canada Plus, in addition to the immersive room that you can find in the airport, travelers flying with Air Canada can redeem their Aeroplan points for Disney merchandise purchased through the Aeroplan eStore or use it to pay for a portion of future Disney vacations with Disney Gift Cards starting at $100 CAD. ©Air Canada So, if you’ll be traveling through the Toronto Pearson International Airport soon, be sure to stop by this fun new room! And, stay tuned to DFB for more of the latest Disney news and updates! Traveling to Disney World soon? Don’t make these mistakes! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be traveling through the Toronto Pearson International Airport soon? Let us know in the comments below! The post Another Airline Is Celebrating Disney World's 50th Anniversary With Exclusive Travel Offerings first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

A Celebration of the Festival of the Lion King (a modified version of The Festival of the Lion King) in Disney’s Animal Kingdom was one of the first live entertainment shows to reopen in Disney World after the unprecedented closure of the parks at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Festival of the Lion King Right now, the show is a little different than you might remember with modified audience interaction and scenes, though soon it’ll be looking more normal with the Tumble Monkeys and the iconic flying birds returning this summer according to Disney. And, if you’re hoping to catch the updates while you’re visiting, there’s an important update on showtimes that you’ll want to know! Since reopening, A Celebration of the Festival of the Lion King showtimes have changed a lot. We’ve seen Disney add showtimes, then remove them, and then add them back again. And, another change is coming in June! Right now, guests can see the show twice in the morning at 10AM and 11AM, 4 times in the afternoon at 12PM, 2PM, 3PM, and 4PM, and once at 5PM in the evening… Festival of the Lion King Showtimes …but according to Disney World’s calendar, showtimes will be cut even further beginning June 27th, 2022. Showtimes will reduce to 4 times a day taking place at 11AM, 12PM, 2PM, and 3PM daily. ©Disney Of course Disney showtimes are subject to change, so we recommend that you always check performance times for any entertainment on the My Disney Experience app or Disney World website when you visit so you don’t miss your must-see shows. Festival of the Lion King And, as always, if we notice any other changes like this, we’ll be sure to let you know. We have news on parking trams returning to Animal Kingdom! Learn More HERE! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What is your favorite show in Disney’s Animal Kingdom? Let us know below! The post Festival of the Lion King Reducing Showtimes SOON In Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re inching closer to the unofficial start of SUMMER! It’s a busy time of year at Disney World with the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival happening NOW through July 4th! AND, the 50th anniversary celebration is going strong! This means today is the perfect time to plan your next trip — and we have details on some great DEALS and DISCOUNTS! Cinderella Castle Today our friends at Small World Vacations have compiled all of the current Walt Disney World discounts for DFB readers — and they’re great if you’re planning to visit during the upcoming holiday season. Keep Reading for all the Disney World Deals The agents at Small World Vacations know how to save money on your Disney Vacation! When you book your vacation with Small World Vacations, their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings. They also compare discounts and figure out which one works best for your travel party, dates, resort, and touring plans. 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Buckle up, y’all — EPCOT has been BUSY lately. EPCOT Along with the upcoming opening of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, the EPCOT transformation continues to progress, and construction walls galore have been popping up all over EPCOT. Find out what’s new in EPCOT here! EPCOT Food Updates There were new bags of Salted Caramel and Dark Chocolate Honeycomb Candy in the U.K. pavilion for $5.99. Salted Caramel and Dark Chocolate Honeycomb Candy We also spotted new We Pote Onion Soup Potato Chips for $6.99 at Mitsukoshi. At Karamel-Kuche, the Caramel Chocolate Cookie is back on the Mobile Order menu. ©Disney In the Italy pavilion, the Pizza al Taglio window was closed again. Pizza window closed And we tried the Mother’s Day Cupcake from Sunshine Seasons for $6.49. It was a red velvet cupcake with chocolate chip fudge filling and caramel buttercream. Super cute rose! This cupcake was both beautiful AND tasty! Sadly, it was only available on May 8th, but we hope it might make another appearance next year. Read our review of the Mother’s Day Cupcake here! EPCOT Construction Updates Now let’s move on to construction! Across from the Land pavilion, the bathrooms were blocked off by a construction wall. Bathrooms blocked By Test Track, two misters have returned. Misters are back There was a new display screen erected near the Toy Story topiaries… New screen …and a path next to The Lion King topiaries was closed and walled off. More construction The pond near the center of the park was drained… Pond water drained …and construction on a concrete square in front of Journey Into Imagination with Figment was in progress. New concrete square In the Japan pavilion, there was wet paint on the poles outside the entrance of the Mitsukoshi. Wet paint And inside Mitsukoshi, the pearl tanks were drained and covered. Pearl tanks are drained Merchandise kiosks were placed across from La Creperie de Paris in the France pavilion… Kiosks …and it looks like the painting on the tower in the Italy pavilion was finished. Painting is done And finally, construction walls were placed on the right side of Spaceship Earth. Spaceship Earth walkway covered The new construction walls blocked the walkway so that guests were redirected to exit the ride on the left side of the attraction. What is going on with the Spaceship Earth update in EPCOT? EPCOT Merchandise Updates Pin Traders In Pin Traders, there was a new Mother’s Day Pin for $17.99… Mother’s Day Pin …and a new Tencennial Pin for $24.99. Tencennial Pin If you’re a Disney Pin collector, Pin Traders is an excellent spot to stop by! Check out the mystery deals happening on Disney merchandise online this week! France Pavilion We’ve been seeing Disneyland Paris merchandise arrive at Plume et Palette in the France pavilion, and this week we noticed a gold Tinker Bell Journal for $24.99… Tinker Bell Journal …a black Tinker Bell Shirt for $39.99… Tinker Bell Shirt …a white Tinker Bell Sweater for $54.99… Tinker Bell Sweater …and a black Tinker Bell Jacket for $64.99. Tinker Bell Jacket You might also be able to find the Disneyland Paris Dooney & Bourke Collection there! Check out photos of the 30th anniversary Disneyland Paris Dooney & Bourke Collection here! U.K. Pavilion At the Queens Table in the U.K. pavilion, there was a Corgi Tray for $80… Corgi Tray …and two Corgi Tea Towel designs for $40 each. This towel has a teal background… Corgi Tea Towel …while this towel has a deep magenta background. Corgi Tea Towel We’ve spotted a variety of corgi designs in the past, so corgi fans should make their way to the U.K.! Check out other corgi merchandise items here! Japan Pavilion At Mitsukoshi in the Japan pavilion, there were Animal Crossing Mini Figures for $10.99 each. Animal Crossing Figures We also spotted an Everyday Bento idea book… ‘Everyday Bento’ …and check out this Pink Frog Plush! Pink Frog Plush You can get it for $19.50. Check out 6 of the most surprising updates from Disney World this week! Mexico Pavilion In the Mexico pavilion, we found a Mexico Mickey Tumbler at Plaza del Sol for $19.99. Mexico Tumbler And a popular pair of Minnie ears got a colorful makeover! Remember the Mexico Ears from 2020? There’s a NEW version of them now! Mexico Ears You can find them in Mexico for $29.99. Click here for more photos of the new Pink Floral Minnie Ears! Canada Pavilion At Trading Post in the Canada pavilion, there was a new Canada Spirit Jersey. Canada Spirit Jersey You can get it for $75.99. Here’s the ultimate guide to EPCOT in 2022! Italy Pavilion And over in the Italy pavilion, there were new stationery sets for $24.99 each, like this Blue Peacock Set… Stationery Set …and this Red Stationery Set. Stationery Set You can also grab this Notepad for $12.99. Notepad And on a random note, don’t forget that if you’re looking for lemon merchandise, Italy is the place to go! Here’s the limoncello collection released recently in Italy! China Pavilion At the House of Good Fortune in the China pavilion, there were new Smiley Face Keychains for $12.95 each. Smiley Face Keychains There ARE places to find non-Disney merchandise and snacks in EPCOT! Should you be scared to try this hidden EPCOT snack? Creations Shop At Creations Shop, we found new Cinderella Phone Cases in various iPhone sizes for $29.99 each. Cinderella Phone Case The Peter Pan Ship was there for $79.99. Peter Pan Ship You can also (somehow?) take home a large Peter Pan Playset for $39.99 or a Mickey Puppet Theater for $79.99. Playsets This Bee Happy Hive Holder with Wooden Spoons was $34.99. Happy Hive Holder And there was also a new Alex and Ani Stitch and Angel Bracelet for $59.99. Stitch Alex & Ani Bracelet We spotted two nuiMOs outfits for $12.99 each. nuiMOs Outfits And the Main Street Electric Parade Wishables made their way to Creations. Wishables A Kids’ Being Together is Magical T-Shirt was available for $19.99… Being Together is Magical …as well as a Kids’ Chewbacca Mood T-Shirt for $19.99. Chewbacca Tee You can also find this Mickey and Minnie Crop Tee for $36.99. Crop Tee Creations Shop is EPCOT’s newest flagship store, so you can find a TON of Disney merchandise there! Read all about Creations Shop here! Port of Entry Port of Entry had a new Flower & Garden Festival Spike Beehive Ceramic Bird House for $34.99. Flower & Garden Birdhouse In case you didn’t know, Spike the Bee is basically the mascot of EPCOT’s Flower and Garden Festival. Check out all the 2022 Flower and Garden merchandise here! Disney Traders Disney Traders had a Dip Dye Walt Disney World Crop Top for $29.99. Crop Tee We’re almost to the end! Gateway Gifts Gateway Gifts had a Minnie Mouse 50th Anniversary Figurine. 50th Minnie Figure You can get it for $9.99. Here are the 50th anniversary Disney World merchandise you haven’t seen yet! Art of Disney Art of Disney had new art, including the Mickey’s Fire Brigade on Canvas by Tim Rogerson, featuring Mickey and his pals fighting some flames. Mickey’s Fire Brigade on Canvas You can get it for $795. Popcorn Stands And finally, a new yellow Skyliner Popcorn Bucket arrived in EPCOT! Skyliner 50th Anniversary Popcorn Bucket We found it at various popcorn stands around EPCOT for $19.99. Read more about the Skyliner Popcorn Buckets here! EPCOT Various Updates A Mother’s Day Photo Prop was available around the entrance of EPCOT on Mother’s Day. It was an adorable handheld board featuring Mrs. Potts and Chip. Mother’s Day Photopass Sign! This photo prop is only available once a year, so make sure you visit Disney World next Mother’s Day if you want some photos of your own! Click here for more photos of the Mother’s Day photo prop here. And misting fans remain difficult to find and have essentially been sold out park-wide (with one exception). No spray fans There are plenty of alternative misting fans you can find online, so you might want to order some BEFORE your trip, and not wait till you get to the parks. Read more about the misting fan supply shortage here! And that’s all the news from EPCOT! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you been to EPCOT recently? Tell us in the comments! The post What's New in EPCOT: A BIG Minnie Ear Makeover and a NEW Popcorn Bucket! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The political controversy surrounding Disney World’s Reedy Creek Improvement District (RCID) is far from over in Florida. Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law that will dissolve RCID, which is a special district that essentially allows Disney World to operate as its own county. Disney World Entrance The nature by which the bill to dissolve RCID was passed has been criticized by some, and others worry that the change will place a heavy burden on taxpayers in the counties where Disney World is located. As a result of the bill passing, some taxpayers decided to take legal action by suing Gov. DeSantis. Now we’ve got another update on this saga. Several taxpayers decided to sue Gov. DeSantis over the dissolution of the RCID, stating that the law was passed in haste, it could leave counties with huge amounts of bond debt, and it violated Disney’s First Amendment Rights since the bill was signed in retribution to Disney’s statements against Florida’s Parental Rights in Education law. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis ©Deadline According to the Orlando Sentinel, a federal judge has “quickly dismissed a lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis over the dissolution of Disney World’s Reedy Creek Improvement District.” This specific suit was filed by a Miami lawyer and Democratic candidate for the US Senate, William Sanchez, who is representing 3 residents of Orange and Osceola counties (where Disney World is located). This lawsuit was based on the claim that Florida was violating the Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights (a Florida law) in addition to “a contractual obligation with Reedy Creek’s bondholders and Disney’s First Amendment rights.” Reedy Creek Fire Department ©Reedy Creek The judge stated that the suit was dismissed because the law doesn’t actually go into effect until July of 2023 and the federal court doesn’t have jurisdiction over state issues. In addition, the judge said that the plaintiffs “do not plausibly allege they have suffered any concrete injury as a result of the alleged violation of Disney’s First Amendment rights.” The judge further stated that the new law “does not apply” to the Plaintiffs, and they don’t claim any direct harm as a result of its passing. Since the tax increase hasn’t yet happened (and Governor DeSantis claims such an increase will not happen, though he hasn’t explained how that would work yet), the judge says that “the bill does not apply to the Plaintiffs at all.” Main Street USA The lawyer representing the Plaintiffs has stated that he will refile. He wrote, “This is just the beginning of the battle, as we are attempting to achieve justice for Florida taxpayers” (Orlando Sentinel). We’ll keep looking out for more updates on this developing story, so stay tuned with DFB for all the latest information. Learn about the major roadblock Florida may face in dissolving Disney World’s Reedy Creek Improvement District. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post Reedy Creek Lawsuit Against Florida Governor DISMISSED first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Aunty's Beach House at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, will reopen May 25, treating keiki (kids) ages 5-12 to fun and adventure and - for the first time - offering evening activities the whole family can enjoy.View the full article

Ears. Ears. Ears. Will we ever get enough of Minnie and Mickey ears in Disney World? Probably not! Fabulous new ears! And, that’s a good thing, because Disney has been releasing SO MANY new ears lately. We’ve seen Orange Bird ears, more 50th anniversary ears, some ears that are apparently lost, princess ears, and so many more. So, buckle in for some more merchandise fun because we just found another pair of brand NEW ears in Disney World! We found NEW Minnie ears in the Mexico Pavilion in EPCOT today! Oh WOW Um, these are SO fun, right?! We’re in love They’re white and embroidered with colorful flowers. These just scream FUN There is also some hot pink stitching that matches the inside of the headband. VERY pink! The flowers go down the side of the headband, too! Lots of detail And, the bow has a bunch of colors as well! It actually matches the other new merchandise we’ve seen in the Mexico Pavilion recently. What do we think? You may be thinking “hey, those ears look familiar!” and that’s because the pattern is almost identical to the black and red embroidered ears we’ve seen in the Mexico Pavilion! The only thing different is the colors. They’re almost the same! Aren’t these just perfect for the spring & summer? The bright colors are so fun! You could even buy the white and black versions and wear them with a friend, so it’s like your ears compliment each other! A look at the back You can find these inside the pyramid in the Mexico pavilion for $29.99. A dream Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney merchandise news and updates! Click here to check out the new Pirates of the Caribbean Mickey 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. What do you think of these new ears? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Colorful NEW Minnie Ears Just Debuted at EPCOT's Mexico Pavilion first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s time to see what’s new in Magic Kingdom! Magic Kingdom We took a look at TRON Lightcycle Run construction, saw menu changes at various counter service locations, and found a ton of new items around the park! So buckle up, because we’re about to throw a ridiculous amount of new (and restocked) merchandise your way! Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates General Look up! It’s a bird, it’s a plane…wait — it’s NEW balloons! New Balloons We found new balloons in the park available in pink, yellow, purple, teal, and blue! Emporium We saw a ton of new items hit the Emporium! The Main Street Electrical Parade Wishables finally came to Disney World, and we found them for $16.99. Main Street Electrical Parade Wishable We also found the Winnie the Pooh Marker Set for $19.99! Marker Set The NEW Stitch Loungefly Backpack was added to the Emporium and costs $85. Stitch Loungefly We found the Dr. Strange PVC Diorama for $54.99! Dr. Strange Diorama The Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow Tumbler was also added to the shop for $19.99. Tumbler We also saw some restocked items, like the Baymax and Disney Dogs Tumblers… Restocked Tumblers …the 50th Anniversary Loungefly Ears… Restocked Ears …the Walt and Mickey Ornament… Restocked Ornament …and the Be Happy Beehive and Wooden Kitchen Set we previously saw in EPCOT! Beehive and Wooden Kitchen Set And that’s all the new merchandise we found at the Emporium! Star Traders They restocked the blue and lime green Mickey Mouse Hat! Restocked Hat We also found the You’re On Mute Mickey Mug for $14.99. You’re on Mute Mickey Mug And they also had the NEW Dapper Dans Loungefly Wallet for $50! Dapper Dans Loungefly Wallet And that’s all the new merchandise at Star Traders! You can buy the Dapper Dans Wallet on shopDisney here! Uptown Jewelers They had the Mickey Bee Necklace for $75! Necklace That’s the only new item we found at Uptown Jewelers! Frontierland Trading Post The Nurses Day Pin we’ve seen over in EPCOT made its way to Frontierland Trading Post! Nurses Day Pin It features Nurse Mickey and Figaro! Bonjour! Village Gifts We found the NEW 50th Anniversary Tinker Bell Music Box Statue for $125! Tinker Bell Music Box That’s the only new item we found at Bonjour Village Gifts! The Vault Collection We saw this Orange Bird Dress for $128… Orange Bird Dress …and they restocked the Magic Kingdom tote! Tote And that’s all the new merchandise from The Vault Collection! Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe The NEW 2022 Ornament hit the shop for $24.99! 2022 Ornament And that’s all we have for merchandise updates! Magic Kingdom Construction Update TRON Lightcycle Run Construction on TRON Lightcycle Run is still moving forward! TRON Lightcycle Run There’s not too much to note, but we’ll continue to bring you new pictures from the site as construction continues! Memento Mori Construction on the back wall of Memento Mori is ongoing, leaving only one register and half the store open. Construction at Memento Mori We spoke with a Cast Member who shared that construction may actually finish up within a couple of weeks! We’ll continue to keep an eye out for any updates/confirmation, which we’ll share with you. Castle The floor behind the castle has been redone! Floor Behind the Castle And that’s all we have for construction updates! Magic Kingdom Food Update Aloha Isle The Pineapple Upside Down Cake Dole Whip is still not being sold. ©Disney It’s on the online menu, however. We’ll continue to watch for updates. Sunshine Tree Terrace Along with being on the Mobile Order menu, the Citrus Swirl is also on the location’s physical menu! Menu That’s all we have for Magic Kingdom! We’ll continue to bring you the latest updates, so stay tuned to DFB! Check Out the NEW Dapper Dans Loungefly Collection! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. When is your next trip to the Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New in Magic Kingdom: Menu UPDATES and Merchandise Restocks first appeared on the disney food blog. 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. We’ve seen many things return to “normal” in both Disney World and Universal Orlando in Florida. Face mask mandates are largely gone, and mandatory physical distancing is a thing of the past. But experts are warning residents and visitors that the COVID-19 pandemic is not quite behind us yet. COVID-19 Health and Safety Sign Some analysts have stated that the US is out of the most dangerous part of the health crisis, with Dr. Fauci (the chief medical adviser to U.S. President Biden) stating that we’re “out of the full-blown explosive pandemic phase.” Even so, new variants of COVID-19 could still pose a threat, as we’re seeing now in Florida. News4Jax has reported that over 1,000 adults are hospitalized with COVID-19 in Florida right now, which is the highest we’ve seen this number since March of this year (when 1,001 adults with COVID-19 were in hospitals on March 22nd). Currently, the total number of adult hospitalizations with confirmed cases of COVID-19 is 1,052. ©WVNS Note that this includes both adults who were hospitalized for COVID-19 and those who were admitted for a different issue but tested positive while at the hospital. It’s possible that the uptick in hospitalizations is partially due to the new subvariant of the Omicron variant, BA.2.12.1. This subvariant is known to be more transmissible, although experts have said that it does not cause more severe symptoms than previous variants. COVID-19 Signs Recently, the White House predicted that “100 million people could get sick with COVID-19 in the fall.” This prediction comes as lawmakers hope to “provide more funding for vaccines, testing, and treatment” (News4Jax). According to the director of infection prevention at UF Health, “The main message for everyone is, if you’re staying up to date with your vaccine and boosters for the COVID-19 vaccine, you are going to be just fine.” There is widespread immunity now, and getting boosters can help keep that immunity going. For further protection, face masks and physical distancing are still effective preventative measures. Face mask Keep following DFB for more updates on the latest information that could impact your upcoming Disney vacation. The BA.2.12.1 COVID-19 Variant and Disney World: What You Need to Know Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post COVID-19 Hospitalizations Are Increasing in Florida first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There’s a lot to look forward to at Disney World! Hello, EPCOT Ball! There’s the upcoming (official) launch of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind on May 27th, the new Finding Nemo: The Big Blue…and Beyond! show, and the return of Fantasmic! And thanks to D23’s new podcast, we received more information on these exciting offerings coming to Disney World! D23 uploaded a new podcast to their Twitter, highlighting some of the changes coming to Disney World! Aside from discussing the excitement surrounding the new attraction, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, we also got a look at other new offerings — like Finding Nemo: The Big Blue…and Beyond! The Reimagined Show It’s a reimagined version of Animal Kingdom’s Finding Nemo: The Musical that includes new technology and show sets! New Sets The podcast also discussed the updates to Fantasmic! The heart of the story is the same, while slight updates were made, thanks to technological advances! There’s a new audio system, new lighting, new projections, new music, and the Pocahontas section is totally brand new! Fantasmic! Another offering they highlighted was Magicband+! It brings new technology and innovations to park experiences, like the ability to integrate with nighttime spectaculars, or be a Bounty Hunter in Galaxy’s Edge! Guests will still be able to use the band for hands-free convenience to get into parks, redeem Lightning Lane access, and get into Disney Resort hotels! And current magic bands won’t lose their capabilities around the parks! MagicBand+ Those were the most notable upcoming offerings they mentioned! They also spoke with Josh D’Amaro, tried some of the 50th Anniversary treats, ate at Connections Eatery, talked about EPCOT’s future, and more! So check out the full podcast t0 get all the details. And stay tuned to DFB for all the latest updates! Check Out More Details About Fantasmic! 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 are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments! The post Learn More About the CHANGES Coming to Disney World in a New Podcast! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re a coffee lover, you probably have a favorite spot in Disney World to grab a cup of Joe! Connections Cafe Whether you’re a fan of the many Joffrey’s or Starbucks locations, or enjoy more specialty brews like those over at Gideon’s Bakehouse, there is something for every kind of coffee lover in Disney. It’s exciting when there are new things to try out at these coffee spots, and we just found two NEW items over at Starbucks in Disney World! We heard there were some new Starbucks items on the menu, so we headed over to Main Street Bakery in Magic Kingdom to check ’em out. Main Street Bakery First up, we have the new Lime-Frosted Coconut Bar! This is a combination of coconut and oatmeal with mini white chocolate chips, topped with real cream-cheese lime frosting, then drizzled with a white-chocolate coating and sprinkled with coconut. New item alert! This was pretty tasty! The bar is moist and tastes like a sugar cookie — the coconut isn’t overpowering. The coconut flakes in the dough add a nice texture and slight crunch. Oh, hello there! The lime frosting on top just had the essence of lime, so we think it could’ve had a little more flavor. It isn’t sour at all, so we would’ve enjoyed if it were a bit more tart like lime flavor can be! A side view Overall, the flavors were pretty subtle and we wish they were stronger. They didn’t really stand out. Instead, they just kind of melded into the sugar cookie flavor of the bar. Would you try this? If you enjoy the texture of a shortbread and coconut, and don’t like overpowering flavors, you should try this out! But, if you’re a big lime fan and like the more zesty and flavorful treats, we would skip this and try something else. It could be better! Get the bar for yourself for $3.49! It’s a pretty color at least! Next, we got the new Chocolate Cream Cold Brew. This is just a traditional Starbucks Cold Brew coffee, but it has Chocolate Cream Cold Foam on top! This sounds so yummy! This is a great drink if you like the flavor of coffee and aren’t a fan of sweet coffees. The chocolate in the Cold Foam is very subtle, and the flavor kind of reminded us of a hot chocolate flavor. We need moreee The dominant flavor here is definitely the strong Cold Brew. If you love coffee, this is delicious! Where is the chocolate?! However, we do wish the chocolate flavor was more prominent so it could add more to the drink. So, if you’re expecting a strong, sweet chocolate flavor, skip this one. Great for coffee lovers, not chocolate lovers You can get the Chocolate Cream Cold Brew for $4.99. The theme here is ‘subtle flavors’ Stay tuned to DFB for more food news and reviews! Click here to check out the all NEW Starbucks location in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite thing to get at Starbucks? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: 2 NEW Treats Arrive at Starbucks in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There’s a reason Disney Springs is commonly referred to as a must-do spot in Disney World — there’s a lot to do there! Disney Springs has some of the best dining experiences on Disney World property as well as both Disney and non-Disney stores. Disney Springs! We recently stopped by Disney Springs to see what’s new so we could bring you all the latest! Disney Springs Food Updates Everglazed We headed over to Everglazed to try their limited edition Cinco de Oh-My-O Donut (get it? Like Cinco de Mayo?) Cinco de Oh-My-O Donut This donut reminded us A LOT of a cronut (which is a croissant mixed with a donut), and was super sweet! It’s also on the larger side, so you might consider sharing this treat with someone else. Click here to read our FULL review of the Cinco de Oh-My-O Donut! Coca-Cola Rooftop Bar Next, we headed up to the Coca-Cola Rooftop Bar to try the May Drink of the Month: the Summer Strawberry Lemonade. Look how PRETTY! We thought this drink was light and refreshing, but also a bit lacking in the flavor department. It sure is pretty, though! Click here to read our review of the Strawberry Summer Lemonade! Vivoli il Gelato In celebration of Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Vivoli il Gelato introduced a new treat: the Ube Tiramisu Pop! The Ube Tiramisu Pop! This pop is strong with ube flavor and wasn’t overly sweet (which we enjoyed). It’s perfect if you’re looking for a lighter dessert. Click here to read our FULL thoughts on this pop! Amorette’s Patisserie Amorette’s Patisseries is also getting in on the ube fun with the Ube Banana Mousse! Ube Banana Mousse! We thought this treat was beautiful AND delicious (which is a win-win in our book!). The banana added a bit of a bitter aftertaste, but we didn’t mind that so much. Click here to read our review of the Ube Banana Mousse! Disney Springs Merchandise Updates Star Wars Galactic Outpost Last week, the Disney parks celebrated May the 4th with limited edition food offerings and of course, merchandise! We spotted some new merchandise items at Star Wars Galactic Outpost in Disney Springs, too! First up, we saw this Rebel Leader spirit jersey for $74.99. It matches perfectly with the Rebel Leader bucket hat we’ve seen in Hollywood Studios and in Disneyland! Rebel Leader Spirit Jersey We also spotted these black shorts that say “Star Wars” on them. They are $36.99. Black Star Wars Shorts Next up is this crew neck sweatshirt available for $64.99. It stay “Star Wars” and has some of the characters from the movies on it. Crew neck It seems like teal is the theme amongst a lot of the new merchandise, because we spotted this shirt that’s all about Boba Fett and leans heavily into the teal. This shirt is $44.99. Teal is a theme here! Next up is this shirt that has… a lot going on. It has the Star Wars logo we saw on the black shorts plus characters like Darth Vader, a Stormtrooper, and Boba Fett and a pocket on the bottom? This confusing shirt is available for $36.99. There’s a lot going on here. We also spotted this lounge set that is all about Princess Leia. The top is $36.99 and says “Strength & Hope” with a picture of Leia’s iconic space buns… Princess Leia top …and the shorts are also gray and have the resistance symbol. The shorts are $24.99. Princess Leia shorts We also saw this white shirt that has Star Wars characters in squares with the Star Wars and resistance logos. It is $36.99. White shirt Speaking of white shirts, we also spotted this Darth Vader shirt that has Darth Vader’s helmet and TIE Fighters all set on a grid. This shirt is also $36.99. Darth Vader shirt And finally, we have this blue Vader’s Security Services hoodie. It has a picture of Darth Vader flanked by Stormtroopers and is $59.99. Vader’s Security Services Hoodie And that’s what’s new in Disney Springs! We head to the Disney World parks (almost) every day so make sure to keep following DFB for all the latest news and information! Click here to learn Why You Won’t Ever See Fireworks in Animal Kingdom! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite thing to do in Disney Springs? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New in Disney Springs: 3 NEW Treats and Star Wars Merch first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Disney World is full of amazing restaurants! Cinderella’s Royal Table has some beautiful decorations. Some of those amazing restaurants are incredibly popular, like Be Our Guest Restaurant in Magic Kingdom. We can’t blame people for wanting to dine there — the theming is unlike any other dining location around! And if you’re a big fan of Be Our Guest, then today we have another recommendation to add to your list. If You Like Be Our Guest Restaurant… Well, if you like Be Our Guest Restaurant, we certainly can’t argue with you! It’s one of the best themed Disney restaurants around, giving guests the option to dine in the ballroom, the castle gallery, or the west wing of the Beast’s castle. They’re seriously accurate recreations of the locations in the films! How spectacular is the main ballroom? And while inside, you’ll find references to the movie all around you. In fact, the snowfall outside the window is actually animation cells from the original film! The details here are very realistic, and you may even get to meet the Beast while you dine — it’s truly an experience like no other. While the food can be hit or miss, we do say that this is a great place to experience at least once in Disney World. Rose Gallery at Be Our Guest Restaurant But if you’re looking to dine at one of Disney World’s most popular spots, there are a few things you need to know. First of all, it’s inside Magic Kingdom (fitting very well with the theme of Fantasyland, we might add!), so you’ll need a park ticket and a Disney Park Pass reservation to stop by. They even have stunning entrance gates! You’ll also want to snag a dining reservation ahead of time. Like we mentioned above, this is one of the most popular places to eat, and it books up months in advance. This is one of the dining reservations that you’ll want to make 60 days out from your trip (and wake up a bit before 6AM EST to book!). If you miss getting a reservation, you can always try Mobile Dine Walk-Up Waitlist on the day of your visit, but make sure to get your name on the list very early in the morning. Stop by the podium to see if there is availability or check the My Disney Experience app! And the big kicker is the price. Be Our Guest Restaurant used to serve three different pricing tiers for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, but now only serves a prix fixe meal for lunch and dinner. And you can get a few options at brunch. You’ll be paying $62 per adult and $37 per child, and that price doesn’t include tax and tip! With your meal, you get the choice of one appetizer, one entree, and then you get a trio of desserts (including the Grey Stuff). Fun! Like we mentioned briefly above, recently, the restaurant has been opening at 10AM, and if your reservation is between 10AM and noon, there are a couple of off-menu brunch dishes you can try (we love a secret Disney World menu)! Brunch items at Be Our Guest But if you’re reading this and you can’t score a Be Our Guest reservation, don’t want to pay the hefty price, or you love Be Our Guest and want to try something similar, then we have a recommendation for you! Click Here to Read Our Most Recent Be Our Guest Review! …Then You Might Like Enchanted Rose Over at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, there’s an alternate choice for Beauty and the Beast fans — Enchanted Rose Lounge! This lounge spot opened in 2019 at the former location of Mizner’s Lounge in the main building of the resort. Here, you can dine in the Signature Bar, the Garden Room, the Library, or the Outdoor Patio. It’s absolutely stunning in here! We have found that it’s much easier to get into Enchanted Rose than it is to get into Be Our Guest. First of all, you won’t need a reservation since it’s a lounge, and you also won’t need a park ticket since it’s at a resort. The difficult part about this spot is that you will have to travel there. You can arrive by monorail from the Contemporary, the Polynesian, or Magic Kingdom, or you can take Disney transportation from the other parks or Disney Springs. If you’re driving and parking directly, you’ll need to inform the guard at the gate that you plan to dine at Enchanted Rose, although you may have some difficulty without a dining reservation. Welcome to the Enchanted Rose! Another perk of visiting Enchanted Rose is that it won’t take up your valuable park time. You can stop by here after the park closes or on your “off” day in the afternoon and evening. Be Our Guest Restaurant is a pretty long meal that will take up a good chunk of your park day, and if you’re spending money on tickets, you’ll want to make the most of that time! Drink Mixing Cart But the biggest bonus may be the price! Like you’d expect from a lounge, there are a variety of cocktails and adult beverages to choose from, but from 5PM-10PM you can order food as well. All the menu items are currently priced between $14-$19, and they are great to share or to eat as entrees on their own. They have everything from Crab Macaroni & Cheese to Mini Smoked Brisket Sliders to a cheese plate (you knew we wouldn’t forget the cheese plate)! House-Made Flatbread And if the theming of Be Our Guest catches your eye, you’ll love checking out all the details here. Throughout the various rooms, the materials, colors, and decor are inspired by Beauty and the Beast, and you’ll notice nods specifically to the live-action film. It’s not quite as immersive as Be Our Guest, but it’s subtle and elegant — likely something that adults will appreciate. (And don’t forget to look out for some fan-favorite characters in the library!) There are plenty of hidden details in the library. Speaking of a place that adults would love, this is the perfect place to get that Disney theming while avoiding the loud hustle and bustle of a popular Magic Kingdom restaurant. Kids are welcome to visit Enchanted Rose, but you’ll find fewer families with small children here, so it’s quieter and more relaxed. It’s also open later in the evening, so it’s a fabulous way to end the night. Click Here to Read Our Review of Enchanted Rose! The next time you’re craving that Be Our Guest vibe but don’t want the price tag and the hassle, make sure to check out Enchanted Rose! And until then, stay tuned to DFB for all the food reviews, tips, and Disney news ahead of your vacation — we’ve got you covered. Click Here to See Our Top Restaurants for 2022! 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 either of these restaurants? Let us know your experience in the comments! The post Can't Get Into Be Our Guest Restaurant in Disney World? Go Here Instead! first appeared on the disney food blog. 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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. If you’re anything like we are, you may love filling your kitchen with all things Disney. What better way to feel like you’re in your favorite place than by making your home feel like one of the parks? Magic Kingdom Lately, we’ve seen a pancake maker we can use to make Toy Story inspired breakfast meals, new apparel we want to fill our closet with, and popcorn buckets that we absolutely will use at home, thank you very much. But if you’ve been thinking to yourself “wow, I need some more Disney mugs” then we have an update for you! Target has recently released an amazing collection of Disney mugs, and we are OBSESSED. First up is the Silver Buffalo Winnie the Pooh Icons Ceramic Mug on sale for only $13.99! ©Target This 13oz mug is the perfect thing to drink your morning coffee out of, don’t you think? Buy the Winnie the Pooh Mug here! Are you a Disney fan who absolutely adores the princesses? Then look no further! Isn’t it beautiful?! This $16.99 Silver Buffalo Disney Princess Icons Ceramic Camper Mug features icons from all your favorite Disney princess films, along with their names! ©Disney Do you love Belle? She’s here! How about Ariel? Yep, her too! But what about Tiana and Jasmine? Well, of course! Buy the Silver Buffalo Disney Princess Icons Ceramic Camper Mug here! If you’re looking for some Lilo & Stitch representation, Target has your back! Introducing the Silver Buffalo Disney Lilo & Stitch Hawaii Allover Icons Ceramic Stacking Mug for $15.99! This beautiful mug would be a brilliant addition to your kitchen, reminding you of white sand beaches, surfing, and our favorite blue alien friend! Get your Lilo & Stitch Mug today! Well, how about Mickey Mouse himself, you may be asking? Don’t worry, Target has the perfect mug for you! We can’t have a Disney mug collection without our favorite mouse! This 14oz Silver Buffalo Disney Mickey Mouse Face Pattern Coffee Mug is $15.99 and features Mickey Mouse making all sorts of fun expressions. ©Disney You can find one that matches your mood any time of day! Buy a Silver Buffalo Disney Mickey Mouse Face Pattern Coffee Mug For Your Kitchen Today! While there are so many mugs available, let’s talk about one more that we just can’t forget — our girl Minnie Mouse! Isn’t she SO CUTE?! This Silver Buffalo Disney Minnie Mouse Rock the Dots 14oz Ceramic Coffee Mug is priced at $15.99 and would be the perfect companion to the Mickey Mouse mug above, in our opinion! ©Target They could even be cute couple’s mugs if you so choose! Buy the Minnie Mouse Rock the Dots Coffee Mug here! All these mugs are dishwasher and microwave safe, making it easy to whip up your favorite warm drink or mug cake, and clean it easily afterward. As always, keep up with all the Disney news by tuning into DFB! If you love these mugs, then you’ll adore this 50th Anniversary Collection! 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 mug is your favorite? Let us know below! The post Target Is SLAYING the Disney Mug Game first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

In this day and age, there’s a streaming service out there for everyone. ©Netflix Between Disney+, Hulu, Peacock, and Netflix (among so many others) it can be tough just trying to decide which services are best for you! Disney+ recently announced that a new ad-supported subscription would be coming to the service in late 2022, and they’re not the only ones introducing something like this. Netflix plans on introducing its own ad-supported tier — and it might be happening sooner than originally planned. According to the Orlando Sentinel, Netflix executives shared in an internal communication that they plan “to introduce the ad tier in the final three months of the year.” Disney Content on Netflix Netflix plans on introducing a lower-priced subscription tier that will allow for commercials to be shown during viewing — something that Netflix had said it would never do. This news comes after Netflix announced that it would start charging subscribers who share their accounts with multiple people. ©William Antonelli/Business Insider After losing 200,000 subscribers during the first three months of the year due to rising subscription prices, the new lower-priced tier could bring subscribers back to Netflix — though the tradeoff would be that they’ll now have to sit through ads. Right now, the most popular Netflix plan costs $15.49 per month. ©Netflix Whether or not this new subscription tier will increase Netflix subscribers remains to be seen, but you can be sure we’ll keep an eye out, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Check Out Everything NEW on Disney+ This May Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be signing up for Netflix’s ad-supported subscription? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Ads Could Come to Netflix in 2022 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. New Disney merchandise is something we certainly look forward to around here! Disney often releases new merchandise for holidays, movie and tv show releases, and sometimes, just to surprise us! We love Disney merchandise! Recently, we’ve just seen some new merchandise for May the 4th, explored the offerings at the all-new Treasures of Xandar Pavilion, and seen a first look at the Halloween merch coming to Disney parks this fall! Now, there’s a new piece of Loungefly merch that Dapper Dan fans will want to add to their collection! Disney just released an adorable new Loungefly backpack that features our favorite singing quartet! Isn’t it adorable?! This backpack is currently available both in the parks and online and will cost you $75. The pattern features the artwork of the Dapper Dans inspired by their Funko POPs! Like many Loungefly backpacks, this bag features a double zipper main compartment and front zip pouch with the Dapper Dans on the back of a railway cart! It also features side slip pockets for your (very important) water bottle! You can adjust the shoulder straps to your desired length or can carry the bag by its top carry handle. Buy your Dapper Dans Loungefly Backpack here! And this backpack isn’t the only Dapper Dans item you can snag! There’s also a Dapper Dans Loungefly Wallet that features the same artwork from the backpack! Along with being available online, we’ve also seen this item in the parks. Dapper Dans Loungefly Wallet The wallet costs $50, has 5 credit card pockets, and a window ID pocket! Buy your Dapper Dans Loungefly Wallet here! The last item in this collection is the Dapper Dans Loungefly Cap! You can grab your own for $34.99! Dapper Dans Loungefly Cap The cap features the same artwork, with a pop of red included on the cap’s bill and button topper! Buy your Dapper Dans Loungefly Cap here! If you don’t mind, we’ll be rushing to shopDisney to snag this right now! There’s no such thing as having too many Loungefly bags in your collection…right? As always, keep an ear out for DFB to stay up to date on all things Disney! You gotta see these 50th Anniversary items! 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 Loungefly bag you’ve seen? Let us know in the comments below! The post Disney's Latest Loungefly Collection Was Made For Dapper Dan Fans first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World sure isn’t the only theme park in the United States, but we’re kind of partial to thinking it’s pretty great — we are Disney Food Blog, after all. Cinderella Castle And although Florida isn’t the only spot in the United States where thrill-seekers can go to test their limits — it looks like another Orlando theme park has been voted the best in the country according to an online poll. So, let’s find out which park took the top spot! According to News 6, SeaWorld Orlando has been named the Best Theme Park in the United States based on a new USA Today online popularity poll. A panel of experts and USA Today editors chose the initial list of nominees and readers then voted on which parks deserved to be in the top ten. So take the ratings with a grain of salt since not every theme park was included. ©SeaWorld Orlando Not only was SeaWorld Orlando voted number one, but its new rollercoaster, Ice Breaker, received the most votes for Best New Attraction as well. SeaWorld executives shared, “Our goal is to provide fun and inspirational experiences for families and friends through our parks’ up-close animal encounters, thrilling attractions and innovative educational entertainment, designed to insure guests of all ages celebrate, connect with and care for the natural world around them.” ©SeaWorld Orlando So, how did Disney parks do in this poll? Well, not too great. Neither Disney World nor Disneyland were included in the top ten, which you can see here: SeaWorld Orlando – Orlando, FL Silver Dollar City – Branson, MO Kings Island – Mason, OH Busch Gardens Williamsburg – Williamsburg, VA Busch Gardens Tampa Bay – Tampa, FL Cedar Point – Sandusky, OH Dollywood – Pigeon Forge, TN Six Flags Magic Mountain – Valencia, CA Holiday World – Santa Claus, IN Hersheypark – Hershey, PA Disney World didn’t make the cut this time. You may noticed that Universal is also missing from this top 10 list. For the latest theme park news and more, be sure to stay tuned to DFB! Click Here to See a Sneak Peek of Exclusive NEW Disney Cruise Line Merch 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 been to SeaWorld Orlando recently? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney World Snubbed on a 'Best Theme Parks' List first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Every day, our guests toss coins into Cinderella’s Wishing Well ­– or one of the many other fountains or waterways across Walt Disney World Resort – and make a wish. Periodically, these coins are collected and donated, and because of some of your recent wishes, we’re able to donate $30,000 to Give Kids The World […]View the full article

For anyone who has spent time in Animal Kingdom, you may notice some HUGE differences from the rest of Disney World’s parks! Tree of Life In addition to the fact that it’s got legit live animals, this is also the ONLY park that doesn’t have fireworks. It’s a policy that likely won’t change, either, for good reason. Here’s why! We love seeing shows like Enchantment in Magic Kingdom and Harmonious in EPCOT. But one park that WON’T be seeing fireworks is Animal Kingdom. Enchantment at the Magic Kingdom Compared to the rest of the parks, Animal Kingdom is one that has its own set of strict rules and regulations, all in order to preserve the safety and comfort of its animals. Elephants on Kilimanjaro Safaris Since the park has lots and lots of actual live animals, Disney goes above and beyond to ensure their well-being and keep them happy and healthy. A large part of that involves protecting them from loud noises and explosive pyrotechnics — aka fireworks! Giraffes hate fireworks, we’re guessing Similar to how the park doesn’t allow plastic straws or balloons, it’s a preventative measure to keep its resident animals comfortable and safe. Just imagine being a flamingo or a rhino! Wouldn’t YOU be disturbed by bright explosions in the sky?! We can only assume Flamingos prefer the quiet Animal Kingdom often closes before dark, but has been known to stay open later into the evenings, and we’ve seen Disney innovate in the past to bring a nighttime show without the explosions to the park. Rivers of Light had lasers, light projections, fountains and more in the Discovery River Lagoon. The show was suspended with the park closures in 2020, and later that summer, Disney announced it would not return. The same space is now used for the daytime show KiteTails but it is set to change how it operates as well. Rivers of Light: We Are One Tree of Life Awakenings also happens after dark and is a simple way to see a small show without pyro. So Pretty! At the end of the day, Animal Kingdom is a park dedicated to its namesake animals, and Disney does their best to prioritize their safety and comfort over everything is, which is something we admire and respect. So when you’ve got that itch for fireworks, just Park Hop over to Magic Kingdom! 8 WEIRD Disney World Rules and Why They Exist 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 Disney World park is your favorite for fireworks? Let us know in the comments! The post Why You WON’T See Fireworks at Animal Kingdom in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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You may have done and experienced all that Disney has to offer right now — but in just a few months, there will be something brand NEW for you to try! The Disney Wish The Disney Wish — Disney’s newest cruise ship — will be setting sail this summer with a whole bunch of new experiences for guests to enjoy. From a Star Wars lounge to a Marvel-themed dining experience, there will be a LOT to check out. But, a Disney experience isn’t complete without…some merchandise! We got a FIRST LOOK at some of the new items coming to the Disney Wish earlier this year, but now we’ve got a more in depth look! Today we specifically got a look at the Inaugural merchandise line meant to celebrate the Disney Wish’s inaugural sailing. This line is inspired by the Grand Hall and is meant to capture the Wish’s sense of “enchantment” through rhinestones and more. The Disney Wish Grand Hall ©Disney The Inaugural merchandise line will feature a little something for every member of the family. There are shirts featuring hidden Mickeys and the Wish… ©Disney …and a variety of shirts, long-sleeve shirts, and pullovers that could get the whole family matching! ©Disney In terms of jewelry, you’ll find that too. There will be a Pandora Jewelry collection featuring Captain Minnie Mouse, Rapunzel (the character featured on the stern of the ship), and one that is dedicated to the Wish’s inaugural sailing. ©Disney It could be the perfect accessory to complete your Disney Cruise Line look! ©Disney Guests will also be able to pick up a NEW pair of Minnie Ears… ©Disney …as well as a matching Loungefly backpack. These are two of the items we had gotten a small sneak peek at before, but we’re excited to get another look at them now! ©Disney There will also be a Dooney & Bourke collection coming to the Disney Wish’s retail locations. Looks like the bag will feature all kinds of nautical designs, along with Hidden Mickeys and more! ©Disney Wondering where you’ll find some of this new merchandise? Well, as we had previously shared, the Wish is going to have an entire retail district that will be located between the Grand Hall and the Walt Disney Theatre, on deck 3. There will actually be 5 different spots along that area that’ll offer exclusive Disney items! ©️Disney Some of the shops that will be available on the Wish will also include Treasures Untold (featuring Pandora jewelry, Cruise Line collectibles, Dooney & Bourke bags, and more), Mickey’s Mainsail (in a new spot on deck 5 with Cruise Line-themed items and Disney Wish exclusives), and Dory’s Forget-Me-Knots (a store on the upper decks with swimwear, water-play gear, and other items for fun in the sun). ©Disney The Disney Wish will have its maiden voyage on July 14th. We can’t wait to get a full look at the cruise ship and share all of the details with you. Want to learn more about The Wish? Check out our links below to see all kinds of details about what you’ll find onboard: Comparing Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, and Carnival — how does the Disney Wish stack up? VIDEO: See why the Disney Wish is one step closer to its maiden voyage! Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is coming to the Disney Wish! Get a NEW look at the shows coming to the Disney Wish! ©Disney Get a FIRST LOOK at the view from Hyperspace Lounge coming to the Wish Read our REVIEW of some of the food coming to the Frozen & Marvel restaurants on the Wish See just a dozen more reasons why you’ll want to sail on the Disney Wish Pudding Stay tuned for more Disney news and updates! Click here to see our FULL PAGE all about the Disney Wish! 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 Will you be sailing on the Disney Wish? Tell us in the comments! The post SNEAK PEEK: New Minnie Ears and More Coming Exclusively to the Disney Wish Cruise Ship first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article