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Listen, we LOVE Disney World and Disneyland, but there are a lot of really cool things at the international Disney Parks as well! ©Disney Shanghai Disney Resort has things like the upcoming Zootopia-themed land, Disneyland Paris is celebrating its big anniversary this year, and Hong Kong Disneyland has a souvenir worth $2 million (yeah, really!). Another Disney park that is doing some awesome things is Tokyo Disney Resort, and today, a brand new hotel opened up that Pixar fans are going to LOVE! The Toy Story Hotel is NOW OPEN at Tokyo Disney Resort! So, Disney — do you think we could get one of these hotels over here at Disney World? Or at Disneyland? Because it looks SO COOL! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates. Click here to see the HUGE milestone Tokyo Disneyland recently celebrated! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever been to Tokyo Disneyland? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS & VIDEOS: The Toy Story Hotel is Now OPEN at Tokyo Disney Resort! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Earlier today, the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command announced the 2022 DOD Warrior Games are planned to take place in Central Florida. And, there is no better stage for these valiant competitors to show the world their grit and determination than at Walt Disney World Resort! View the full article

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Time for a trip around the world! …World Showcase, that is. Guten Tag from the Germany pavilion! We’re heading to EPCOT today to check out what’s NEW in this park since the last time we visited! We found a secret snack, checked the progress on some major construction projects, and went shopping for LOTS of new souvenirs. Come along with us to see what you’ve missed. EPCOT Food Updates 50th Anniversary Coke All of the theme parks currently have new Coca-Cola bottles with special 50th Anniversary labels! EPCOT 50th Anniversary Coca-Cola Bottle You can find these drinks at most snack stands around EPCOT or in coolers at some of the gift shops for $4.69 each. Anna’s Ginger Swedish Thins We recently visited The Fjording in the Norway pavilion of World Showcase. While we were there, we spotted Anna’s Ginger Swedish Thins! Anna’s Swedish Thins We’re always up for trying out a snack, so we grabbed these to test them out. Our verdict? These are DELICIOUS! They’re very thin ginger snap cookies, and we could munch on them all day. We can’t eat just one, though. As an added bonus, the cookies are also vegan! You can get them at The Fjording for $4.95. Check out our full review of these cookies here! Paprika Chips If you’re looking for a quick, tasty snack in EPCOT, then you should head over to the Germany pavilion to Sommerfest. You won’t find this snack on the menu or on Mobile Order, but you can get House-Made Paprika Chips at the window! Paprika Chips! For $4.49, you can get a decent serving of delicious house-made potato chips with a generous amount of paprika sprinkled on top. These aren’t listed on their own on the menu (they come as a side to some entrées), but just head up to the window and ask a Cast Member for them, and you should be able to get just the side! Click here for our full review of House-Made Paprika Chips. EPCOT Construction Updates Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind We got a HUGE update this week about the upcoming Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind rollercoaster coming to EPCOT: It’s going to open on May 27th, 2022! Construction is coming along well, and most of the barriers and cones have been removed from the entrance. Looking good! We can’t wait to ride this coaster when it opens this summer! Some guests will get to preview the attraction before it opens, including Annual Passholders, D23 Gold Members, and select DVC members. Watch for more information about those previews, coming soon. Click here to see the NEW commercial for this ride! Moana: Journey of Water Another upcoming attraction is Moana: Journey of Water, which is a walk-through attraction in World Celebration that features lively fountains and interactive elements. We don’t have an opening date yet, but it looks like construction is coming along. Moana – Journey of Water construction There’s a large structure taking shape in one area, although there aren’t really many recognizable features yet. Coming along! But it’s clear that the construction teams have been hard at work! Click here to learn more about this upcoming attraction. The Seas At the Seas pavilion, one section was still closed off as the Cast Members are introducing a new species to the nursery tanks. Closed area of The Seas We don’t know yet what the new species will be, but we’re excited to find out when the nursery reopens! Connections Café Connections Café is a new quick-service restaurant opening in World Celebration sometime this spring. We’ve already learned quite a bit about the menu and offerings here, as well as some of the decor and inspiration behind the restaurant! Connections Cafe Calling all coffee lovers — this spot is also going to be a Starbucks location in EPCOT! Right now we can just peek at the exterior, but we can’t wait to go inside once it finally opens. Condensation When we stopped by recently, we saw that there was some condensation on the windows. That could mean that there was some cooking going on inside — maybe a few practice meals are being tested? It’s all just speculation now, but we’re hoping that’s a sign that the restaurant will open soon! Check out the MENU for Connections Café and Eatery here. EPCOT Merchandise Updates Gateway Gifts We spotted a new Blue Castle Nightlight at Gateway Gifts. Castle nightlight You can get this souvenir for $16.99. Creations Shop Creations Shop had a LOT of new merchandise! We spotted a new “Grow Happiness” Stationery Set for $9.99, which is part of an International Flower & Garden Festival merchandise collection. Stationery set And speaking of Flower & Garden souvenirs, we also saw some festival phone cases! There’s a Mickey & Minnie one… Mickey & Minnie Phone Case …an Orange Bird one… Orange Bird Phone Case …and an Annual Passholder Figment one! Each phone case is $34.99. Figment Phone Case There was also a new collection of sleeveless Mickey Mouse shirts. There were blue… Blue Mickey Shirt …yellow… Yellow Mickey Shirt …and grey shirts in the collection, and each costs $36.99. Grey Mickey Shirt For kids, there’s a Chewbacca shirt that says “Mood” on the front. This one is $19.99. Chewbacca Shirt There were a couple of retro t-shirts here, including a Yellow Mickey shirt… Yellow Mickey Tee …and a Walt Disney World shirt. Both were $24.99. Retro Disney Shirt If neither of those strike your fancy, maybe you’d prefer the blue Mickey “To the Castle and Back” tee for $24.99 as well! To the Castle and Back tee There was also a white Minnie Mouse shirt… Minnie “I Love You” Tee …and a “Paging Mr. Morrow” shirt for $24.99 each. The “Paging Mr. Morrow” shirt is referencing the PeopleMover attraction in Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland, so it seems to be a little bit lost over here in EPCOT! Are you a little lost? Rounding out the new shirts are a couple of Star Wars-themed tees. There’s a red one that features Lando Calrissian… Star Wars Tee …and a grey one featuring Darth Vader that says “Saber the Moment.” Both cost $24.99. Grey Star Wars Tee Of course, you’ll need some new pants to go with all of those t-shirts! There were some cropped leggings available for $39.99… Leggings …or you could go with these Mickey Lounge Shorts for $24.99. Mickey shorts We also spotted some new Disney princess mugs, including an Ariel one… Ariel mug …and a Sleeping Beauty one. Aurora mug Each mug was $14.99. Art of Disney At Art of Disney, we took some time to admire this Expedition Everest artwork, which was painted by David Buckley and costs $399. Expedition Everest artwork There’s also a print of Mickey Mouse at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort for $39.99. Mickey print Some Disney princess designer dolls were also available in this store. We saw the gorgeous Tiana doll here, which includes a beautiful gold and white gown with details that nod to Princess and the Frog. Tiana doll These dolls aren’t cheap, though! Each one costs $129. Disney Traders At Disney Traders, we found a new Captain America Shield! You can pretend to be an Avenger with this souvenir for $119. Captain America shield For those looking to celebrate Easter with some spring-themed merchandise, you can find a chocolate-scented (!!) Mickey Easter Bunny Plush here for $27.99. Isn’t he cute?? Mickey Easter Plush And we also saw some new Wishables keychains. There was one for Steamboat Willie… Steamboat Willie keychain …Snow White… Snow White keychain …the Evil Queen… Evil Queen keychain …and Maleficent as a dragon. Maleficent Dragon keychain Each keychain was $11.99. Mitsukoshi Mitsukoshi in the Japan pavilion of World Showcase is one of the most interesting gift shops in Disney World. It has all kinds of modern souvenirs featuring adorable characters (including some from anime shows and movies) as well as more traditional Japanese items like special clothing, dishes, and foods. This time, we found a new Super Mario Mushroom Lamp, which plays the sound from the video game! It’s $22.95. Mushroom lamp There were also Super Mario Fun Fact Coasters for $11.95. Fun Fact Coasters If you became obsessed with Animal Crossing a while ago (we get it), you can get some Animal Crossing Gadget Decals here for $9.95. Animal Crossing Decals And finally, we saw a new Dragon Ball Z backpack. Dragon Ball Z Bag This bag was $39.95. Tea Caddy At the Tea Caddy in the UK pavilion, we found a teapot-shaped “Fancy a Cuppa” purse, which is perfect for all the tea lovers out there. Fancy a Cuppa? This bag is $39.99. Other EPCOT Updates New Magic Shot For everyone who can’t stop talking about Bruno (it’s us. We can’t stop talking about Bruno), there’s a new Encanto-themed Magic Shot available in EPCOT! You can pose with Isabela from the Madrigal family, conjuring up some gorgeous blooms! It’s a perfect way to celebrate the Flower & Garden Festival, if you ask us! New Isabela Magic Shot Head to the water near Journey Into Imagination With Figment, and ask a PhotoPass photographer if they have the Isabela Magic Shot. Find this spot for the magic shot! That’s it for our EPCOT updates this time! Stay tuned with DFB for more of the latest Disney news. Click here to find out what’s new in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Want MORE Details About EPCOT’s MASSIVE Transformation? EPCOT’s Three New Neighborhoods Have Debuted — Learn More Here Learn About the NEW Restaurant Coming to EPCOT – Connections Cafe and Eatery A Starbucks Will Be Inside EPCOT’s New Restaurant – Get More Details Here Go Inside Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure With Us Check Out All of the Tasty Details About La Crêperie de Paris Learn All About Space 220, Which Has Officially OPENED in EPCOT See Spaceship Earth’s Permanent New Nighttime Look Learn More About EPCOT’s New Nighttime Spectacular -- Harmonious The Mary Poppins Attraction is on Hold – Learn More Here What’s Been CUT From the EPCOT Transformation? Learn More About the New PLAY! Pavilion Coming to EPCOT See All the Details You Need to Know About the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Coaster Coming to World Discovery Learn More About Journey of Water -- Inspired by Moana, Coming to World Nature Click HERE for All the News and Details about EPCOT’s Transformation! Join the DFB Newsletter To get all the latest Epcot transformation news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What’s your favorite pavilion in EPCOT’s World Showcase? Let us know in the comments! The post What’s New in EPCOT: An ‘Encanto’ Magic Shot and a SECRET Snack! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Meet U.S. Air Force Veteran, Ralph Eagen. Keeping others safe has been a key part of Ralph’s career that spans more than five decades. Today, he works on the Walt Disney World Security team at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, but he’s been protecting the magic in various ways throughout the resort since the mid […]View the full article

Sometimes it’s fun to get out of our comfort zone and try new foods in Disney World, even if the flavor combination sounds bizarre — like with the 50th Celebration Cone, made with Dole Whip lemon and cookie dough soft serve (which oddly works!). Some weird flavor combos work! But still, not every Disney World dish or flavor combo works, and we’ve compiled a list of the best and worst foods we tried in March! Here’s what you might want to add to your next Disney World food list — and what you might not. The Five Best Steak Frites — Space 220 EPCOT’s Space 220 restaurant got a menu revamp this month, and with that came some tasty new eats! We especially loved the new Steak & Frites lunch entree, which comes with a Coffee Space Rub Flat Iron topped with Chimichurri sauce, with Fries and Broccolini on the side. If you’re a steak person, this is one you need to try in Disney World. Steak & Frites Our steak was tender and flavorful, and the chimichurri sauce was fresh and not overpowering. If you want to give it a try, make a lunch reservation at Space 220 (or try the walk-up waitlist!) and order from the lunch prix fixe menu for $55 per person. Here’s our review of the Space 220 Steak & Frites and other new menu items. Braised Short Rib — Hollywood Brown Derby The Hollywood Brown Derby in Disney’s Hollywood Studios also received some big menu changes, and the Braised Short Rib was a HIT with us. It’s served with Parsnip Puree, Spring Vegetable Succotash, and Truffle Aioli for $39. It was our favorite of the new entrees at Brown Derby! Braised Short Rib As if the meat wasn’t already delicious and fall-off-the-bone tender, the truffle aioli actually made it even better. The parsnip puree was buttery and sweet, and the succotash added a nice pop of color. This is one new entree we definitely recommend trying at Brown Derby! Click here for our review of the Braised Short Rib from Hollywood Brown Derby. Scat Cats Beignets — Scat Cat’s Club We weren’t totally sure what to expect with the new Scat Cats Beignets from the Scat Cat’s Club in Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter Resort hotel, but we were pleasantly surprised to learn that Mickey-shaped Beignets can work with dipping sauces! This dish comes with three lightly-powder-sugared Mickey Beignets and three dipping sauces, including Red Pepper Jelly, Pimento Cheese, and Green Goddess Dressing. Scat Cats Beignets This trio of beignets and dipping sauces costs $10, and we LOVED two of these dipping sauces in particular. The Pimento Cheese was amazing and perfectly textured and the Pepper Jelly was sweet with a hint of pepper flavor, and combined together on a beignet was chef’s kiss. We will totally be back for more. Read our review of the Scat Cat’s Beignets here. Chorizo Arepas — World Premiere Food Court The new savory breakfast dish you’ll want to try was inspired by the women of Encanto, and you can currently find it at two different locations — the World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort hotel and Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort hotel. Chorizo Arepas For $9.49, you get the Chorizo Arepas, which are Cheese Arepas topped with Chorizo, Red Pepper and Onion Egg Scramble, Arugula, and Sliced Avocado. Not only is this a tasty way to start your day, it’s also a great portion size with the perfect amount of spice. All the flavors work together and we even tried a bit of maple syrup for a sweet and savory taste! Check out our review of the breakfast Chorizo Arepas here! Air Fries — Local Green Orlando Local Green Orlando is a new food truck located in Disney Springs, and this Atlanta-based restaurant specializes in vegan, vegetarian, and pescatarian dishes. While we enjoyed what we tried from the menu, we absolutely loved the $5.99 Air Fries! Air Fries These fries were the right kind of crispy and crunchy, and they had a little bit of a kick from chili and garlic seasonings. We’re definitely going back for more and next time we’re asking for a side of sriracha aioli! Here’s our review of the Air Fries from Local Green Orlando! Pretzel Bread Pudding — Sommerfest At Sommerfest in the Germany pavilion in EPCOT, we had to try the new Pretzel Bread Pudding and y’all, it was love. We think it’s made from leftover pretzels and topped with Caramel Butterscotch and a White Cream Sauce. Pretzel Bread Pudding The main flavor is caramel, along with cinnamon and other baking spices, and the cream tasted like a subtle creme anglaise. This is also a pretty dense snack, and it costs less than $5 at $4.79! Read our review of the Pretzel Bread Pudding here! The Six Worst Salted Cucumber Apple Hard Cider — Refreshment Port It’s time to move on to the worst things we ate in March, and we’re starting with the Salted Cucumber Apple Hard Cider by Stem Ciders from Refreshment Port’s 2022 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival menu. It costs $10.75, and it sounds like an interesting flavor combo, right? Cucumber Apple Hard Cider We could really taste the salt in this drink, along with the cucumber flavor, so it reminded us of eating a salad. Or, rather, drinking a salad. If you’re adventurous and you want to give it a try, make sure you visit EPCOT before the Flower & Garden Festival closes on July 4th! Here’s our review of the Salted Cucumber Apple Hard Cider! Oyster Beignet Po’Boy — Scat Cat’s Club We’re taking another trip back to the Scat Cat’s Club in Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter Resort hotel — this time for the Oyster Beignet Po’Boy. This sandwich is a Mickey-shaped Beignet with Fried Oyster, Lettuce, Tomato, Cajun Rémoulade, and House-made Pickles for $15. It’s also served with potato chips. Oyster Beignet Po’Boy This sandwich fell apart under the Cajun Rémoulade, and the oyster didn’t taste like much other than fried batter. We did really like the chips, but between the oysters and the sandwich falling apart, this was a miss for us. Click here to read our review of the Oyster Beignet Po’Boy from Scat Cat’s Club. Strawberry Cheesecake Funnel Cake — Funnel Cake Stand The Strawberry Cheesecake Funnel Cake is available at the Funnel Cake Stand in EPCOT during the 2022 Flower & Garden Festival, and it’s basically a Funnel Cake topped with Strawberry Ice Cream, Cheesecake Crumbles, Strawberry Drizzle, and Whipped Cream for $10.50. Strawberry Cheesecake Funnel Cake Unfortunately, the strawberry ice cream tasted very artificial, and it reminded us of cough medicine. The funnel cake was great, but the cheesecake pieces had a gummy flavor too. So while this treat is beautiful, let’s just say beauty isn’t everything! Check out our Strawberry Cheesecake Funnel Cake review here. Peanut Butter Bunny Cookie — Gasparilla Island Grill It’s springtime in Disney World, so we visited Gasparilla Island Grill at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa to check out some new goodies, like the Peanut Butter Bunny Cookie. It’s cute, right? This cookie is made of a Peanut Butter Cookie Cup with Buttercream, a Sugar Bunny, and Spring Sprinkles. Peanut Butter Bunny Cookie While we generally love peanut butter treats, this was not a peanut butter win. The cookie was VERY dry, and it was loaded with chopped peanuts. It wasn’t really sweet either, and there wasn’t enough icing to balance out the cookie’s dryness. You can try it for $4.99, but it won’t be around for long! Read our full review of the Peanut Butter Bunny Cookie here! Jackfruit Gyro — Sunshine Seasons Disney is known to accommodate all kinds of diets, and two new plant-based dishes arrived at Sunshine Seasons in EPCOT this March. While we did like one of those dishes, the other one was a pretty big fail. The Jackfruit Gyro is $9.99, served with Jackfruit, Pickled Onions, Red Peppers, Fresh Cucumbers, and Tzatziki Sauce on a pita. Jackfruit Gyro This gyro is served cold, and the jackfruit needed more seasoning. It was weirdly bitter and sour and it would be better served warm, in our opinion. The tzatziki was also oily and had a strong coconut flavor, and the pita was stale. As our reporter put it, this was “a haunted house of a pita sandwich.” Here’s our review of the Jackfruit Gyro. Plant-Based Bratwurst — The Friar’s Nook And lastly, we have another plant-based dish, the Plant-Based Bratwurst for $10.29 from The Friar’s Nook in Magic Kingdom. Although the Mobile Order picture advertised this dish on a pretzel bun, we were served the bratwurst on a regular hot dog bun. The bratwurst was also dry, and it had very little flavor. Plant-Based Bratwurst If you’re feeling frustrated by plant-based options in Disney World, you could always try the Plant-Based Dog at Casey’s Corner or even the Spicy Italian “Sausage” Sub at PizzeRizzo. Read our review of the Plant-Based Bratwurst here! Have you been able to try any of these dishes? Even if we didn’t like it doesn’t mean you would feel the same! Keep following DFB for more Disney World food news and reviews! Check out 14 changes that hit Disney World this March! 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 tried any of these eats? Tell us in the comments! The post The BEST and WORST Things We Ate in Disney World in March first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Earlier today the Tokyo Disney Resort Toy Story Hotel welcomed its first guests. With 595 guest rooms, the 11-story Toy Story Hotel is the fifth Disney-themed accommodation at Tokyo Disney Resort and its first moderate-class resort. Upon arrival guests will immediately feel immersed into the world and colorful imagination of Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie and […]View the full article

Gorillas, frogs, and dinosaurs — oh my?! That’s right, we’re talking about the Rainforest Cafe and T-Rex Cafe! Rain Forest Cafe Rainforest Cafe and T-Rex Cafe just announced new, limited time only menu items, and we’re drooling on our phone screens. Rainforest Cafe Rainforest Cafe is well-known for its jungle-themed atmosphere, but its wide variety of food is also worth noting! They just announced via Instagram that they’ll be adding to their menu for a limited time, and we had to share this with you! The new Triassic Trio comes with dino-mite shrimp and scallops, chimichurri grilled shrimp, char-grilled sirloin steak, steak butter, raptor rice, and seasonal vegetables. (We thoroughly enjoyed these puns, by the way.) ©T-Rex Cafe The Mediterranean Chicken and Shrimp Pasta comes with sautéed chicken and shrimp tossed with lemon basil pesto, spinach, burrata cheese, heirloom cherry tomatoes, and bucatini pasta. ©T-Rex Cafe The Maple Bourbon Pork Chop comes with double thick bone-in grilled pork chop, maple bourbon BBQ sauce, grilled corn, and apple-cranberry brussel slaw. ©T-Rex Cafe The Crispy Lemon Chicken comes with panko-parmesan crusted chicken, arugula heirloom tomato salad, jasmine rice, and seasonal vegetables. ©T-Rex Cafe The T-Rex Cafe also released new drinks that will pair perfectly with these limited time dishes! ©T-Rex Cafe The Nauti Rita is made with Skyy Sun Ripened Watermelon Vodka, Corazón Blanco Tequila, simple syrup, Finest Call Mango Purée, and fresh lime juice. The Desert Pear is made with Don Q Cristal Rum, Monin Desert Pear & Monin Guava Syrups, pineapple juice, and sweet & sour. And last — but certainly not least — the Loaded Strawberry Lemonade is made with Tito’s Handmade Vodka, fresh lemon juice, Truly Strawberry Lemonade Hard Seltzer, and Tropics Strawberry Purée. T-Rex Since these new items are only being offered for a limited time, be sure to check them out soon! Also, make sure to check back here often for the latest Disney news — including new menu items! Read our latest Rainforest Cafe review 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. Will you be trying any of these new menu items? Let us know in the comments! The post New Menu Items Announced for Rainforest Cafe and T-Rex in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is almost constantly changing, whether it be with new merchandise or new entertainment offerings. Flower and Garden Merchandise Another thing that changes a lot are the menus around the parks and resorts! We’ve recently seen menu changes at Space 220, The Hollywood Brown Derby, Le Cellier, and more. And now, menu changes have come to another popular Disney World restaurant! The menu is changing over at Sanaa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge! Chef Sahib Bhatti has incorporated his roots from Tanzania on the Eastern Coast of Africa into these new and updated dishes filled with spices and ingredients found in the Indian subcontinent. Sanaa Starting today, the Lamb Kefta is returning as an appetizer for both Lunch and Dinner, but with a new twist! The chef and his team have infused traditional North-African flavors with spices like cumin and cayenne pepper to this char-grilled ground lamb with Tunisian couscous salad and ginger pear chutney. ©Disney Moving on to entrees, the Potjie-inspired Slow Cooked Dishes are made in a potjie, which is a a traditional cast-iron pot that dates back to the Dutch during the spice trade. There are already fan-favorite dishes that fall under this category on the menu, like the Butter Chicken, but now new things have been added! The first is the Pork Vindaloo, which has origins from Goa and features inspiration from Portuguese cuisine. This pork is cooked with paprika, garlic, tomato, vinegar, and a house-made spice blend. ©Disney Next is the Lentil Daal, which Disney said is being introduced to the restaurant as a plant-based addition, but we have seen it on the menu for a while. This dish is typically found in the Indian subcontinent and is made with yellow lentils and cooked in fragrant spices. ©Disney The Sakuma Wiki was previously featured as a side to the Sustainable Fish for the Cooking With Soul event, but now has a permanent place on the menu! This is also a plant-based option. The Rajma Masala is another dish that is now permanently on the menu and features red kidney beans and a spice blend combined with onions, tomatoes, and garam masala and braised until tender. ©Disney Moving on to more entrees, these next two options are available for both lunch and dinner. First is the Zanzibari Vegetable Curry. This is inspired by the island of Zanzibar, also known as “Spice Island.” It is a plant-based dish featuring seasonal vegetables, fragrant rice, and a blend of cloves, cinnamon, and black pepper. ©Disney Next is the Samaki Wa Kupaka, which means “coated fish,” and is a Kingklip fish, which is commonly found along the Southern African coast. This white fish is being added to the menu as a part of sustainable seafood initiatives and has a marinade of traditional Swahili cuisine, mango, and turmeric, then is topped with a tangy tamarind-infused coconut gravy. ©Disney There are also some new dinner-exclusive dishes being added to the menu! First is the fall-off-the-bone Pork Shank, which goes through a long braise process with flavors of cloves, nutmeg, and allspice before and is paired with black-eye peas simmered in a chermoula herb blend. ©Disney Next is the Grilled New York Strip, which has been on the menu before, but it has been changed! It is now an Eastern African version of “meat and potatoes.” The strip is paired with mukimo made with green peas, corn, and spinach, as well as harvest vegetables, herb emulsion, and fig sauce. ©Disney These new offerings beginning today, April 5, 2022, is noteworthy because back in 2009, this day is when opening team began training for at Sanaa! We’ll be heading to Sanaa soon to try out all of these new and updated dishes and bring you a full review, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Click here to see the recent menu changes over at Space 220! 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 eaten at Sanaa? Tell us in the comments! The post NEW Menu Items Announced for Sanaa in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

For our first edition of What’s Cooking, I’m excited to feature one of my favorite spots to indulge in a meal at Walt Disney World Resort – Sanaa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. If you’re looking for delicious dishes that let you take a step into another culture, Sanaa is a must-try. This restaurant is […]View the full article

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It seems like operations are almost fully back to normal in Disney World, as dining options and entertainment offerings are slowly but surely coming back to the parks. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Over in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Cast Members are celebrating Earth Day all month long with new treats and experiences. But, it looks like we’ll soon have something else to celebrate, as we’ve got an update on a reimagined show AND news about character meet and greets. Let’s dive in! According to Disney, guests visiting Animal Kingdom will “soon be able to share a high-five with Mickey & Minnie at Adventurers Outpost.” We will soon be able to take photos like this again! ©Disney Character meet and greets have been modified since the parks reopened after the 2020 closures. Last week, Disney announced that beginning April 18th, Disney World would begin a phased reopening of traditional meet and greets! Distanced character meeting with Mickey In addition to the news that you’ll once again be able to hug Mickey and Minnie in Animal Kingdom again, Disney also shared that Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond would be “opening in the coming months” with an all-new, reimagined show. ©Disney Disney has yet to share an official opening date for the meet and greet at Adventurers Outpost or Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond. But the update of “coming months” is exciting. We’re so happy that we’ll be able to properly catch up with our pals and can’t wait to see what new ideas and themes will be explored in the new Finding Nemo show! For more updates on Disney parks news, be sure to stay tuned to DFB! See how KiteTails is CHANGING in Disney World 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. Will you be heading to Animal Kingdom to check out the new entertainment? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Disney Shares Character Meet and Greet and 'Finding Nemo' Show Updates first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World has a ton of different entertainment options, from parades to shows to character appearances. Festival of Fantasy is BACK! Many of these options have just recently returned to the park, like the Festival of Fantasy Parade and Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire. And soon, even traditional meet and greets will be returning (meaning you can hug Mickey again!). Disney has also debuted some new entertainment over the past year, like the Disney Enchantment fireworks in Magic Kingdom and Disney KiteTails in Animal Kingdom. But now, changes are coming to one of these shows in the parks. Changes are being made to the Disney KiteTails show in Animal Kingdom. KiteTails Disney says that they are shifting the focus of the show so guests will now be able to experience KiteTails from anywhere around the Discovery River Lagoon. Currently, guests watch the show from the Discovery River Amphitheater. KiteTails Disney also said that there will now be shorter and more frequent performances throughout the day. Right now, showtimes are listed for 11:15AM, 12:15PM, 1:15PM, 3:15PM, 4:15PM, and 5:15PM. With 6 showtimes happening every day right now, we’re curious to see just how many new shows are going to be added to the schedule! It’s super fun! KiteTails has two different versions of the show that you can see — one with characters from The Lion King and the other with characters from The Jungle Book. Look at Simba fly! Between KiteTails performances, Disney says that Discovery River will now “come alive” with Character Flotillas. These boats have been used since the parks reopened in 2020 to move characters around on the waterways instead of having traditional meet and greets. This is a great way to see characters! Disney says the boats will “fill the waters throughout the park with music, EARidescent 50th anniversary moments, and characters including Mickey and friends, Timon, Rafiki, and Pocahontas several times each day.” Right now, these characters already come around on the Flotillas, so it sounds like the appearances will now be happening more frequently, but we’ll have to wait and see! Mickey and Minnie in Animal Kingdom Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news and updates. Click here to learn more about KiteTails! 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 able to watch KiteTails yet? Tell us in the comments! The post NEWS: The Way You Experience KiteTails is CHANGING in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

For Rachel Johnson, Disney and sports have always been two lifelong passions. Rachel, a Disney Aspire alumni (University of Florida; MS in Communications with distinction), recently saw her hard work, perseverance, and dedication pay off when she moved from an operations assistant role at Disney Parks, Experiences and Products to ESPN as a Production Assistant […]View the full article

Get ready for more CHANGES! Harambe Theater All over Disney World, things have been changing over the past few weeks. We’ve seen hotels reopen, restaurants get new menu items, and more. And more change is on the way. We already shared how the tumble monkeys will be coming back to Disney World’s show in Animal Kingdom and now we’ve got even MORE news! Recently, Disney once again reiterated that the tumble moneys will be returning to the Celebration of the Festival of the Lion King. They specifically shared that the moneys will be coming back this summer. But, that’s not all! Tumble Monkeys According to Disney, “the show’s iconic birds will once again soar above the stage” soon! These are the show’s performers who are dressed as gorgeous birds, who typically perform a high flying act that is absolutely beautiful and a true fan-favorite. Can You Feel the Love?! Due to the pandemic, the “birds” have been grounded and instead have been performing a dance. But we’re sure many fans will be thrilled to see them take to the air once more! Dancing birds! Disney hasn’t shared any other details on this yet, but we’ll be sure to look for more information and share that all with you. Are you excited for the return of this iconic part of the show? Tell us in the comments! As always, stay tuned for more Disney news! Click here to see the biggest Disney World news drops from March! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited for the return of this part of the show? Tell us in the comments! The post NEWS: An ICONIC Part of the Festival of the Lion King is Coming BACK to Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s almost Easter and Disney World is already celebrating! Mickey is ready for Easter! We’ve seen a whole new booth open up at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa selling festive treats, like baby chick cupcakes and hot cross buns, as well as some GIANT decorative chocolate eggs in the lobby themed to different Disney characters. We have also seen the return of the Bunny Butts around the parks and resorts, and we just found ANOTHER Bunny Butt treat that we just had to try! Check out this Bunny Butt Cookies and Cream Cheesecake! How cute! We found the treat over at Beach Club Marketplace at Disney’s Beach Club Resort. The bunny is digging in the dirt! It’s a cookies and cream (AKA Oreo) cheesecake with an Oreo cookie crust, topped with a white chocolate bunny butt and a couple carrot decorations. Look at those layers We absolutely LOVED this treat! The Oreo cheesecake is not overly sweet and it’s super creamy — you can actually still see the chunks of actual cream cheese in the cake. A little cheesecake with big flavor! The Oreo crust on the bottom has a nice crunch to it compared to all of the other soft textures and also adds another layer of flavor. Maybe it’s looking for a place to hide those carrots? The top of the cheesecake has a layer of milk chocolate to hold the Oreo cookie crumbs on top that act as the dirt to the bunny and the carrots. The chocolate here adds a delicious richness to the dessert! It’s for sure photogenic! Be aware that this is a pretty large treat, so it gets really rich after a few bites due to all of the chocolate — it would be a great item to share with a friend! A look inside! If you’re an Oreo and cheesecake lover this is an absolute must try! But, if you like Oreo but not cheesecake, we wouldn’t suggest this one because the tangy cheesecake flavor is definitely prominent. A great treat to split with someone else! If you want to try this festive cheesecake out for yourself, you can get it over at Beach Club Marketplace for $5.99. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World food news and reviews. Click here to see our review of the other Bunny Butt treat 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 Bunny Butt treat would you like to see Disney World make next? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: We Never Knew Dirt and Carrots Could Taste This Good in Disney World🥕 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park has always been home to some of my favorite entertainment experiences at Walt Disney World Resort. With so much to do and see, you won’t want to miss a thing – and today, I have some updates to share about entertainment at the park. View the full article

Ever sit inside of a darker Disney World ride and think to yourself “I wonder how awesome [creepy, weird, strange, incredible, fascinating, spooky, *insert word here*] this ride would look with the lights ON!“? Well, you’re not alone! Splash Mountain Disney makes purposeful use of lights and special effects to trick your eyes into seeing the “magic” that they want you to view. But, sometimes you might become witness to a very special situation. Turns out a ride stopping in the middle of your experience might not be a bad thing after all! Sometimes, when a ride breaks down, needs to be evacuated, or just temporarily stops, the lights in that attraction might all turn ON, giving you one of the most unique views of the ride that you’ll ever get! We ourselves, and some of our awesome readers, have experienced this multiple times and we’ve got all kinds of cool photos and videos to share with you. So…what are you waiting for?! Ready to spoil a bit of the magic? Read on! WARNING. Seeing a ride with the lights on can spoil a bit of the “magic,” as you’ll get to see wires, animatronics, etc. in a totally new (and more exposed) manner. If you aren’t one who wants to know how the sausage gets made (so to speak) then you might not want to read on! For those of you who are ready for a behind-the-scenes adventure, let’s get started! MAGIC KINGDOM First up, we’ve got Splash Mountain. We witnessed the lights coming on in this attraction in March of 2022. With the lights on, you can get a much better view of some of the scenery around you, as well as some more behind-the-scenes spots that help the ride function. Even Disney’s newest rides can experience technical issues and more that cause them to be evacuated and have the lights turned on. In late 2021, DFB reader Doris was on Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure when the ride broke down. Credit: DFB reader Doris That gave our reader some really unique views of the ride and just what happens during an evacuation there. Credit: DFB reader Doris Running away from Chef Skinner seems a little less frightening in the light! Click here to go INSIDE Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure with us! HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS At Hollywood Studios, we’ve spoken many a time about Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance going down or being closed for extended periods of time due to technical issues or other problems. Rise breaking down If Rise breaks down and you happen to be on the attraction, you could get a better view of some of the spaces, animatronics, and details all around you! Rise of the Resistance Stopped It can be frustrating when a ride you’ve been eagerly waiting for goes down during your ride through, but it’s something that can happen and it’s something you’ll want to mentally prepare yourself and the family for. Click here to see what to do when Rise of the Resistance goes DOWN or breaks ANIMAL KINGDOM Finally, our lights-on park adventure leaves us at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and one of the park’s darkest rides — DINOSAUR! This ride can honestly be kinda frightening when you’re in the dark surrounded by all of those intimidating-looking dinos. But, turn on the lights and…it’s a bit of a different story! A big thanks to Lisa F. for these photos. Photo Credit: Lisa F. With the lights on, you can see just how much foliage and theming is located on this ride… Photo Credit: Lisa F. …plus you get a really unique view of some of the things that make the magic possible like tubes, lighting, and (of course) the essential exits. This doesn’t look good for Dr. Seeker’s mission! | Photo credit: Lisa F. And that’s a look at some of Disney World’s rides with the lights ON! Have you ever gotten stuck on a ride and gotten to see it with the lights on? What ride do you wish you could see with the lights on? Tell us in the comments below! And check back with us for more Disney news, tips, and tricks! Click here to watch Tomorrowland Speedway be evacuated 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. Have you ever seen a ride with the lights on? Tell us in the comments about your experience! The post PHOTOS & VIDEOS: Experience 7 Disney World Rides With the Lights ON! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hamburgers, french fries, ice cream, and churros — What do all of these things have in common (besides the fact that they’re delicious?!) They’re all your standard, run-of-the-mill theme park food that you can find in any Disney World park. Magic Kingdom Now, that doesn’t make them ANY less tasty, by any means, but what if you want to try something new and different that you can’t find anywhere else in Disney World? Well then, we’ve got you covered! Check out our video below 17 Things You Can ONLY GET in Magic Kingdom 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! Watch the video and let us know if your all time favorite Magic Kingdom snack! The post DFB Video: 17 Things You Can ONLY GET in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

For the first time, Disney+ subscribers can save on stays at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels most nights July 8 through Sept. 30, 2022. For more information, including how to make sure your Disney+ subscription is linked to your My Disney Experience account in order to book, visit DisneyWorld.com/DisneyPlus. 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. Do YOU think you have enough Minnie ears? Think again! Lots of Minnie Ears Every time we think our collection is finished, Disney releases a new pair of ears that we love. And lately, they’ve been releasing a TON of ears! We’ve seen Orange Bird ears, Space Mountain ears, designer ears, and even ears that smell like BUTTER. We also found a new pair of ears themed to a popular Disney Princess in the parks, but now, they’re also available online! The newest Little Mermaid ears are now available online at shopDisney! ©Disney We saw these ears recently in the Disney World parks, but now you can get them sent straight to your house. Ariel ears! These ears were designed by BaubleBar, which makes them a little bit more pricey than the standard Minnie Ears we usually see. The Little Mermaid ears retail for $49.99. Fit for a princess! The ears feature champagne-colored shell ears decorated with strands of beads made to look like pearls. Such a unique color! Purple and green satin bows are layered on top and accented with another large pearl bead. These are pretty fancy! We suggest you don’t wait too long to order these ears, because they could very likely sell out online! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney merchandise news and updates. Click here to get The Little Mermaid BaubleBar Ears! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think of these ears? Tell us your thoughts in the comments! The post HURRY! Disney's Little Mermaid Designer Ears Are Now Available ONLINE! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It can be pretty hard to keep up with all of the changes happening in Disney World. EPCOT But that’s why we’re here! To make sure that you never miss an important Disney World update! There’s always something up in the parks, and we’re here to tell you everything that’s going to be different in the Disney World this April! 1. You Can Hug Characters Again This is one of the biggest updates we’ve had in a while! For over 2 years, you haven’t been able to hug a character in the Disney Parks due to health and safety protocols. Disney rolled out the cavalcades so that guests could still see the characters on their visit, and eventually, socially distanced characters meet-and-greets were introduced to the parks. Minnie Mouse in EPCOT! But starting on April 18th, guests will finally be able to hug characters when they meet them! We’re slowly seeing things get “back to normal” in the parks, and this is a huge sign of that. Click here to read about when you’ll be able to hug characters again! 2. The Parks are Open LATE It’s not uncommon for Disney to change the park hours, and if you haven’t checked their calendar in a while, you might be surprised to see that the parks are open for longer now! Tower of Terror All of the parks have added some hours for this month, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios is getting Extended Evening Hours for the first time ever! If you’re staying at select Disney resorts, you can stay in the park for an extra couple of hours! Click here to see all of the Park Hours for April 3. ALL of the Resorts are Open For the first time since March 2020, all of the Disney World Resorts are finally reopened! The last resort to reopen, Disney’s All-Star Sports resort, just reopened, and now, guests finally have the full list of resorts to choose from when planning their vacation. Can’t miss it! There are tons of perks to staying at a Disney Resort like transportation and exclusive parks access, and now that one of Disney’s most affordable resorts is back, even more guests can enjoy those rewards! Click here to see more from the reopening of All-Star Sports! 4. Animal Kingdom will be Celebrating Earth Day for a Whole Week! Earth Day is on April 24th, but one day isn’t enough at Animal Kingdom! The park will be celebrating Earth Day for the entire week of April 18th through the 24th. There are tons of exclusive offerings coming to Animal Kingdom for Earth Day! Buzz on over to Animal Kingdom for this treat! There will be an exclusive Wilderness Explorer activity, PhotoPass shots featuring Wall-E and Eve, and new merchandise and foods to try. Be on the lookout if you’re in Animal Kingdom during the Earth Day celebration! Click here to read about everything coming to Animal Kingdom for Earth Day! 5. You Might Ride Expedition Everest Again One of Animal Kingdom’s most popular rides, Expedition Everest, has been closed for routine maintenance since January. We’ve already seen some testing on the ride, and it’s possible that the ride could reopen before the end of the month! Expedition Everest While there’s no confirmed reopening date, we’re hopeful that we’ll get to hop on this amazing coaster soon! Click here to read the latest update on Expedition Everest! Those are just some of the things that are gonna be different in April, but you never know when new things are gonna pop up in Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney updates! Click here to see which Springtime Tradition just Arrived at EPCOT! 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 Disney World in April? Let us know in the comments! The post 5 Things That Will Be Different in Disney World This April first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

As I shared earlier, ABC’s “American Idol” returned to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in February to film two nights of spectacular performances by the top 24. Get ready to watch the competition and all the fun at Aulani Resort because the time is nearly here to tune in! Catch “American Idol” this Sunday, April 10 and Monday, April 11 (8:00-10:00 p.m. ET) on ABC to see the episodes filmed here at Aulani Resort.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. If you’re planning a trip to Disney World this summer, there are a lot of things you have to think about, like hotel rooms, park tickets, dining reservations, and more. EPCOT And, we’re sure that you’d love to save some money when it comes to your vacation, right?! Well, you’re in luck, because a select group of people can save on hotel rooms at Disney World this summer! Disney+ subscribers can save up to 25% on rooms at select Disney World hotels this summer! Thank you to our friends over at Small World Vacations for alerting us to this new deal. The offer is for stays during most nights from June 8th through September 20th, 2022. Let’s take a closer look at which hotels are included with this deal. Grand Floridian Hotel & Spa You can save 25% at: Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Disney’s Contemporary Resort Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Riviera Resort Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge You can save 20% at: The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – Family Suites Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside Port Orleans French Quarter You can save 15% at: Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort Disney’s All-Star Music Resort Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Disney’s Pop Century Resort All Star Sports You can save 10% at: The Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Wilderness Lodge The number of rooms for this offer is limited and proof of a Disney+ subscription is required. The person subscribed to Disney+ must also be staying in the room. ©Disney You are required to stay at least one night and no more than 14 nights. The offer excludes the following room types: 3-bedroom villas, Cabins at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – Little Mermaid Standard Rooms. Grand Floridian Lobby This offer also must be booked online or through a travel advisor. We recommend booking through our friends over at Small World Vacations! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news and updates. Click here to book your Disney World vacation right now! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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 booking a Disney World hotel with this deal? Tell us in the comments! The post 🚨Disney+ Subscribers Can SAVE on Disney World HOTELS in 2022🚨 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World announced a new discount for Disney+ Subscribers today. 5 April 2022 – Just this morning Disney World offered a summer through fall discount to Disney+ subscribers, doing so even before discounting that timeframe for WDW Annual Passholders as is their standard practice. This is quite frankly a slap in the face to passholders, […] The post New Disney World Discount for Disney+ Subscribers appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article