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It’s finally happening — another part of the Disney World experience is coming BACK soon! Minnie Vans Are Coming BACK! Over the past few months, we’ve seen a number of things return to or reopen at Disney World. Many restaurants, hotels, attractions, and tours are available for fans to enjoy again at the Most Magical Place on Earth. And soon one more thing will be coming back…Minnie Vans! Earlier today, Disney shared a video via TikTok all about Minnie Vans. In the TikTok, they share that Minnie Vans (which are connected by Lyft) will be rolling back in this summer! In case you’re unfamiliar with them, Minnie Vans offer guests with a unique way to get around Disney World property. The Minnie Vans work with the Lyft app. All you’ll need to do is open the Lyft app and request a ride specifically for a Minnie Van. Minnie Vans Driver Costume The drivers of the Minnie Van vehicles are actually Disney Cast Members who have been trained to get you where you need to go. Each vehicle comes equipped with 2 child safety seats. Prices can vary depending on distance traveled. You’ll be able to see that total cost and pay for it through the Lyft app. Minnie Vans Minnie Vans also previously offered an airport service that would transport guests from/to Orlando International Airport. The Minnie Vans service has been temporarily suspended for quite some time now. For months we wondered if and when this service would resume, and we even saw a Minnie Van driving around back in 2020! Disney’s Minnie Vans Service Now it seems like some of our questions have been answered. Minnie Vans will be coming back to Disney World this summer. But there are many more questions left to be answered. Will the airport service be returning along with the more traditional car service around the resort? How much will it cost? Will anything be different about the service now? What safety rules and regulations will be put in place due to COVID-19? Exactly when will it return? Disney hasn’t shared these details yet, but we’ll be on the lookout for more updates! Click here to learn more about Minnie Vans! 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 a fan of Minnie Vans? Tell us in the comments! The post BREAKING: Minnie Vans Are Coming Back to Disney World Soon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Meet Françoise Barbier, director of show production and costume design at Disneyland Paris. Learn more about her professional journey at Disneyland Paris – which includes experiences such as working at a dance company and her current position where she supervises around 350 people – and the benefits of gender diversity in a field where the […]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. Just when you thought you had enough Disney T-shirts, we’ve found even MORE that are hard to resist! SO many options! Seriously though, it’s difficult sometimes NOT to buy the latest Disney merch when there are just so many fun things being released. From Pretzel ears to Peter Pan bags to cute Stitch plushes, we keep increasing our limits to how much Disney stuff we have! And now, we have another item that might just have us reaching for our credit cards again! Check out these fun Disney World shirts we found over on Jane.com from Simply Tees! These are normally $40 a pop, but you can grab them right now for $19.99. ©Jane.com || Colors shown are Natural, Mauve, and Charcoal There are 3 different designs to choose from. First, we have the Disney World design! ©Jane.com This shirt shown here is in the color “Navy.” Click here to get the Disney World T-shirt! Next, we have the Main Street Magic design… ©Jane.com …which is shown here in the color “Ash.” Click here to get the Main Street Magic T-shirt! And finally, we have the Most Magical Place On Earth design! ©Jane.com This one is in the color “Gray.” Click here to get the Most Magical Place on Earth T-shirt! If you don’t like any of the colors shown, don’t worry! There are over 30 colors to choose from in all of these designs. ©Jane.com The shirts also run from sizes XS to 2XL. If you want to grab a few for yourself, don’t wait too long, because the sale is only going on for a little bit over a week! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney merchandise news and updates. Click here to see which designer is collaborating with STAR WARS soon! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which T-shirt design is your favorite? Tell us in the comments! The post Looking for An Excuse to Buy More Disney Merch? We Just Found a Good One! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There is one unique experience at Disney Parks that is completely for kids. ©Disney The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique allows kids to get a makeover, with hairstyling, makeup, costume, and accessories to become their favorite Disney princess or knight. This service, though, still has not yet returned to Disney World, but it will be available soon somewhere else — aboard Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Wish. Disney recently shared some new details about the onboard Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique guests will find on the Wish. Calling it a “storybook salon,” it will feature wood details, chandeliers with candle lights, and design elements from Cinderella. Guests will also get to appreciate a mural “featuring a majestic wooded landscape and Cinderella Castle sparkling in the distance,” which will be perfect as a photo backdrop for kids after their makeovers. Okay, we’re totally jealous that this is just for kids ages 3-12 — like LOOK at this boutique! ©Disney Also, Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique on ALL Disney Cruise ships will offer additional NEW looks for kids, including Captain Minnie Mouse (with a nautical headband) and Captain Mickey Mouse (with a captain’s hat), based on those characters’ Disney Cruise Line looks. There will also be a new Ariel look, complete with a matching tiara and necklace, (which will be perfect for attending a performance of The Little Mermaid on the Wish!). ©Disney Okay, so we really want a Captain Minnie Mouse makeover! So cool, right? Disney did not give any details on when these new looks would be available on its other ships, but the Disney Wish will embark on its first cruise on July 14th, 2022. The Disney ‘Wish’ You can book cruises on the Wish now on the Disney Cruise Line website — makeovers at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique can be made in advance by visiting “My Reservations” online and accessing “My Disney Cruise” and “Onboard Fun” or by visiting the Boutique once onboard the ship. Note that reservations are available on a first-come first-serve basis, and cancellations must be done 24 hours before the scheduled time — anything after that will result in a $10 per person cancellation fee, which also applies to no-shows. We’ll keep you updated on ALL Disney Wish news, so stay tuned for more! Check Out Actual PHOTOS of Disney’s New Cruise Ship, the ‘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 Do you have plans to take a cruise on the Disney Wish? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Is Coming to the Disney Wish Cruise Ship first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Universal Orlando selling tickets for Halloween Horror Nights 2022, which begins Sept. 2. View the full article

Disney World must have known that we’d feel robbed by the announcement that our beloved BoardWalk Bakery will be transformed into a sandwich shop because they pulled out all the stops to distract us by also announcing that a BRAND NEW RESTAURANT is coming instead — The Cake Bake Shop! ©The Cake Bake Shop Expected to open in 2023, The Cake Bake Shop is said to bring a “whimsical atmosphere that complements the magic of the idyllic charm of Disney’s BoardWalk that guests know and love” according to Disney. But, this new restaurant and bakeshop won’t be unique to Disney World — there are actually already TWO locations in the U.S. owned by the award-winning Gwendolyn Rogers. So, why wait to start dreaming up what will be offered on the sweet and savory menus, as well as afternoon tea service? We’re diving into the menus that are currently offered at the two Indianapolis locations to see what we can expect when it opens in Disney World! Currently, The Cake Bake Shop has locations in both Carmel City Center (which is in Carmel, Indianapolis) and Broad Ripple Village (which is in Indianapolis). So, this will be the FIRST location outside of the state! Both spots offer up a pretty similar menu (along with pricing), so we can get a pretty good idea of what might be coming to Disney. Though, keep in mind that this certainly could change and it wouldn’t be the first time that we see a restaurant offer up exclusive items in Disney World if there are any significant differences (like Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs). ©The Cake Bake Shop So, enough disclaimers, let’s get to the CAKE! Dessert Menu The Cake Bake Shop’s daily menu features three sections — the Savory Menu, Dessert Menu, and Bar Menu. Yes, our mothers told us that we always had to eat our meal before dessert, but we’re violating this golden parenting rule and kicking things off with the Dessert Menu! ©Disney Coming in at the top of the menu are all the cakes and…umm…we’re already drooling. The signature cake on the menu is Gwendoly’s Famous Earl’s Court Chocolate Cake which is “named after the Earl’s Court Convention Center in London where Gwendolyn received awards for Best Chocolate Cake.” So, we can probably expect this to be one of the best chocolate cakes we’ve ever had. ©The Cake Bake Shop Other signature cakes include a Millionaire Cake (which is a layering of Valrhona French chocolate cake filled with ganache, homemade salted caramel, vanilla buttercream, and homemade butter shortbread cookies), Raspberry Champagne Cake, and even a gluten-free cake that was featured on Oprah’s ‘O’ List in the April 2018 edition of The Oprah Magazine. It looks like you’re going to need to be ready to shell out some serious cash for these cake slices though because they range in price from $15-$17. That may be a reasonable price if they’re anything close to the size of the cake slices from Gideon’s Bakehouse, although they cost around $9 usually. Oprah’s ‘O’ List Mint Chocolate Chip Cake ©The Cake Bake Shop And, while “cake” may be in the name, this bakery is much more than just a cake shop! The menu features a variety of Pies, Cheesecakes, and Cookies & Bars as well! Pies range in price from $12-$15, cheesecakes are $16, and the cookies are bars are priced between $6-$11. Plus, if it all didn’t sound sweet enough, we HAVE to note that the menu also says that you can add a scoop of their homemade vanilla ice cream can be added to cakes AND pies for an extra $6! ©The Cake Bake Shop Speaking of ice cream, you can also find a variety of scoops, cones, and sundaes on the menu, with the Million Dollar Sundae ringing in at a whopping $38. This will likely be comparable to Beaches & Cream’s Kitchen Sink Sundae (priced at $35), but instead of just eating out of a big ‘ol kitchen sink, it comes served in a ceramic SWAN that you get to take home! Other desserts include French Pastries (which are unique macarons) and non-alcoholic drinks like the Petunia Punch (which is marked as a Cake Bake Shop fave) and Sparkling Lavender Lemonade ranging in price from $4-$8. ©The Cake Bake Shop And, to top off the dessert menu, we’ve got a selection of milks & hot chocolates (can we talk about how whimsical the Unicorn Hot Chocolate sounds!?), coffee and espresso drinks, and tea drinks that all cost between $5-$14. ©The Cake Bake Shop Now onto the savory menu! Savory Menu If you’re dining here for more than just dessert (and if the menu is anything similar to the other two locations), you’ll be treated to some up-scale (and PRICEY) selections! The menu features a selection of Hor D’Oeuvres with pricing ranging from $14-$60 (!!). But, before you lose your jaw on the floor from that price range, know that the Charcuterie Board (which is $60) is FAN-CY! Like, you need to eat this with your pinky-up fancy. It is made to be split between 2-4 people and comes with a selection of freshly sliced meats and cheeses with seasonal accouterments of fruits, pickled crudités, olives, nuts, and our Cake Bake Shop jam. Plus, it’s served with slices of French baguette. And, get this — it takes 20-25 minutes just to MAKE because there are so many ingredients! But, that’s not to say that this spot won’t cost you an arm and a leg to dine at potentially — salads range from $16-$36 and quiche is $17. ©The Cake Bake Shop Based on the menu for the locations that are open, it looks like you’ll be able to choose to get a cup or a bowl of soup (costing between $9-16) and there will also be a variety of sandwiches available that come served with fries or fresh fruit (costing between $18-$35). And, if you want the best of both worlds, you can “Choose Two” (soup and salad) for $20. ©The Cake Bake Shop If you’re looking for something a bit more filling, entrees include things like pasta, burgers, steak, and seafood costing between $18-$48, and there are also a selection of sides for anywhere from $4-$10. And, if you think that ordering a kids meal could save you some cash, you’d be mostly right — they’re priced between $12-$16. Usually, we use this hack (ordering up a kid’s meal) to save some money, but the menu does note that these selections are for children ages 12 and younger. So, there are no guarantees that they’ll actually let an adult order them. ©The Cake Bake Shop And, to drink, the selections are pretty similar to what we saw on the dessert menu. ©The Cake Bake Shop And, there are more drinks on the menu if you’re looking for something a bit boozier! Bar Menu We’ve thrown around the words “whimsical,” “up-scale,” and “fancy” a lot already, but if you had any doubts about just how classy this new restaurant might be, the bar menu will wipe them all away. The drink menu BEGINS with champagne cocktails that cost between $15-$22 per GLASS… ©The Cake Bake Shop …and there are tons of Signature Cocktails, Classic Cocktails, and New Orleans Inspired Cocktails that are $15 at the very least. And, there’s even a signature cocktail for $42 (!!!) — the Cloud Nine. Now, this is another one where you’ll actually be getting a souvenir out of the price as well, as the coconut-infused sake, pineapple juice, simple syrup, and fresh lime cocktail comes served in a ceramic swan that you get to take home with you. ©The Cake Bake Shop And, beyond the specialty cocktails, you’ll also find a selection of wines and beers on the menu. LOTS to choose from! ©The Cake Bake Shop Afternoon Tea Service We also know that the new restaurant in Disney World will offer an afternoon tea service, and this is something that is done at the other locations too! So, to give you an idea of what it could cost, at the Broad Ripple Village location the Afternoon Tea With Champagne is priced at $80 per person, Afternoon Tea Without Champagne is $65 per person, and Afternoon Tea For Children costs $45 per person. For this price, you get freshly baked scones served with classic English clotted cream, European salted butter, and the Cake Bake Shop private-label jam. Plus, it includes three varieties of finger sandwiches (including herbed goat cheese with thinly sliced cucumber, egg salad, and our famous chicken salad), a variety of mini decadent desserts, and The Cake Bake Shop’s Dammann Frères tea. ©The Cake Bake Shop To put the cost into perspective, when it was being offered the cheapest Afternoon Tea Service at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa cost $35 per person and included a pot of tea of your choice, tea sandwiches, a scone with accompaniments, and your choice of dessert. There weren’t any alcoholic options when it was being offered (though you could add champagne for an additional cost), but depending on what package you selected it could cost up to $150 per person. ©The Cake Bake Shop So, it looks like we have A LOT to look forward to trying at the new Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers when it arrives in Disney World in 2023! And, it’s a good thing that we’ve got a year or so to save up because…well…it ain’t cheap. Of course, the menu (and pricing) could be completely different and unique to Disney — we’ll just have to see! Of course, we’ll be keeping an eye out for all the latest updates, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB! Learn More About The BIG Changes (Including New Restaurants) Announced for Disney’s BoardWalk HERE! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you looking forward to this new Disney World restaurant? Let us know in the comments! The post What The MENU and PRICING Could Look Like When The Cake Bake Shop Opens In Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Magic Kingdom has had a LOT going on lately! Festival of Fantasy is BACK! The stage show is back in front of the castle, parades have returned, and we even found some awesome Space Mountain merch. But, that’s not all — come with us to see what’s new in Magic Kingdom! Magic Kingdom Food Updates Main Street Confectionery There are NEW spring treats in the Confectionery! They’re all covered with pastel M&M’s. You can get a chocolate-covered Mickey apple… Want a giant apple? …a chocolate cakepop… Mickey cakepops! …or a Mickey Rice Krispie treat! So fun! These colors are perfect for the springtime! Click here to see even more fun spring treats in Disney World! Magic Kingdom Construction Updates Frontierland The Frontierland sign was missing its mounted antlers that usually hang from the top of it. Here is what it normally looks like… Antlers …and here is what it looked like recently without them! Where did they go? We’ll keep an eye out to see if the antlers make their return. Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates Frontier Trading Post We found some new pins in Frontierland! We’ve actually seen these in EPCOT and Disney’s Animal Kingdom, but they’re new to Magic Kingdom. First up, we have this lovely Easter pin with Cinderella Castle for $19.99… Easter pin …then we have these new Star Wars pins. New pins! These are also $19.99 each! The Emporium There are now PRETZEL EARS in Disney World! Yep, pretzel ears. NEW Pretzel Minnie Ears They match the Spirit Jersey that was released a few weeks ago, and just like the jersey, these ears are BUTTER scented. Pretzel decal in the middle Of course, we had to grab a pair to have the Mickey pretzel photoshoot of our dreams. These look good enough to eat! You can get them from $40! Click here to see more pictures of the Pretzel Ears! Bonjour! Village Gifts Recently, we saw a Dumbo Rosemary Begley painting in Disney World, and now there is a print available of the painting! Such a colorful print! You can grab it for $30. Magic Kingdom Additional Updates Main Street Trolley The Trolley on Main Street, U.S.A. derailed recently while the Dapper Dans were on board. No one was hurt in the incident. Dapper Dans on a Derailed Trolley The Dapper Dans were swiftly evacuated from the trolley and the horse pulling the trolley was also taken away from the area. Cast Members then blocked off the area while the situation was dealt with. Splash Mountain Splash Mountain had a delayed opening one morning this week due to technical difficulties. It still had not opened at Noon, but it did open later in the afternoon. Closed! That’s everything new from Magic Kingdom! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news and updates. Click here to see what’s new in Hollywood Studios! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Where is your favorite place to eat in Magic Kingdom? Tell us in the comments! The post What’s New in Magic Kingdom: Pretzel Ears and a Derailed Trolley first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

At Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, come join in the fun of our annual Earth Day Celebration, as the park spends not just the day but an entire week honoring our planet and how we can all come together to create a healthier home for people and wildlife. That’s right, a whole week – April 18-24 – connecting with the magic of nature through family-friendly experiences and special offerings. View the full article

Raise your hand if you love Julie Andrews! ©Disney Julie Andrews, the star of classic films like Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music (and we can’t forget The Princess Diaries!) is a legend, and there is a rare opportunity to live in a home where she once resided. By the way, it’s a Victorian mansion and you need a few million dollars to buy it. No big, right? If you REALLY love Julie Andrews and you have £16.5 million ($21.7 million in USD) lying around, why not buy her former home? This house in West Side Common, London, overlooking the Wimbledon Common, is where Julie Andrews lived in the 1960s and the 1970s. Built in 1894, this property is for sale for the first time in 50 years. ©Knight Frank According to Time Out, Andrews lived in this home when it was divided into three wings, and she lived in the front wing. She was working on films including The Sound of Music and Mary Poppins while living there! ©Knight Frank Time Out reported that after Andrews took Glynis Johns’ hat from Mary Poppins, she passed the prop to the next owners of the house, and it has since become a tradition for the hat to be passed on to each new buyer. The current sellers plan to continue this tradition! ©D23/’Mary Poppins’ According to the listing agent, the mansion was designed by the renowned Victorian architect Edward J. May, and it was previously owned by Sir Thomas Cecil and the Grosvenor family. ©Knight Frank/Nick Ayliffe All three wings of the Victorian mansion have since been recombined to form a single home, bringing the property to a whopping 11,000 square feet. ©Knight Frank/Nick Ayliffe All you need is a cool £16.5 million (or $21.7 million USD) to walk the same halls Julie Andrews once did! Keep reading DFB for more news — and let us know if you buy this gorgeous property! Our readers think Mary Poppins is one of the BEST Disney movie soundtracks. Do you agree? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you buy this house if you had the money? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: You "Only" Need .7M (!!) to Live in the Former Home of Julie Andrews first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Lots of changes are coming to the Disney parks, but it seems like the Walt Disney Company is planning even MORE changes outside the theme parks. One of the biggest innovations that Disney has shown a lot of interest in is the concept of a Metaverse and further exploration of Virtual Reality. Now, we’ve got a new look at how Disney is planning to put these emerging technologies to use. ©Disney | New technology announced for the Disney ‘Wish’ Disney just teamed up with T-Mobile in order to bring to life some of their ideas for radical, new storytelling. Learn more about this partnership and how it could change the way you experience Disney’s stories here. In a recent press release, T-Mobile announced that they were teaming up with Disney Studios StudioLAB to join the lab “on its quest to help develop advanced storytelling capabilities.” StudioLAB is Disney’s development team that works primarily with new, creative technologies. At this time, the partnership is set to last for 5 years. ©T-Mobile Disney likely chose T-Mobile for their extensive 5G network, which boasts a wide range of coverage, the fastest 5G network speeds in the US, and the potential to download, transfer, and store huge amounts of data. Disney plans to use this tool for several different projects, including their work on a Metaverse. Specifically, T-Mobile stated that StudioLAB would work to “improve content production and test new forms of immersive experiences for consumers.” Avatar: Flight of Passage in Disney World Walt Disney Studios’ Chief Technology Officer, Jamie Voris, said that the company is “just getting started and the possibilities are endless for how 5G can infuse new magic into the entertainment business.” They plan to develop new mixed reality and immersive experiences with this partnership, and Disney expects that the use of 5G will “radically change” several different aspects of the entertainment industry. ©Disney | Nintendo Besides their work with virtual reality, Disney is hoping to use the 5G network to explore new, remote locations for film production. T-Mobile said, “For example, teams might explore the use of wireless technology that enables executives located anywhere in the world to scout a remote movie location.” T-Mobile has already worked extensively with drone technology, and drones may be one way that Disney can learn more about potential filming locations without having to physically travel there. ©T-Mobile | Drone Drones could also be used in the process of filming itself. The technology could help Disney test “new, more efficient ways to capture, produce and distribute content.” In addition to the potential changes in filming, Disney hopes to use Cloud technology to download, store, and transfer content (such as videos) at faster speeds during production. Production team in Disney World The President of Technology at T-Mobile, Neville Ray, stated that “Together, we will use our leading 5G network to spark new innovations aimed at transforming how entertainment can be produced and experienced.” It sounds like many of the changes that will come from this partnership will benefit Disney’s movie production process, but we could see some results in guest experiences as well, such as the new Virtual Reality possibilities. ©Disney | Sorcerer’s Arena Mobile Game We’ll continue to watch for more news about Disney’s interest and developments in the Metaverse, so stay tuned with DFB for all the latest updates. Click here to learn how Disney is creating its own Metaverse. 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 about Disney’s plans to explore the Metaverse? Let us know in the comments. The post Apparently Disney + T-Mobile = METAVERSE first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Maybe you blew your whole budget for that trip to the Mediterranean on a trip to Disney World instead, but you can come close to getting that Moroccan seaside outdoor cafe experience in EPCOT! (We really will do anything to convince our family that the money was better spent at Disney World, right?!) Spice Road Table We’re talking about a SERIOUSLY underrated and overlooked restaurant — Spice Road Table! You’ll find this quaint and cozy restaurant on the shores of World Showcase Lagoon in the Morocco Pavilion and almost everyone is just walking right by this hidden gem (that’s relatively easy to get into!). It’s been a little while since we last enjoyed a full meal here and a lot has changed, so let’s find out what we’ve been missing! Atmosphere Spice Road Table’s design, as Disney describes it, is “inspired by outdoor cafés from the Moroccan seaside” and is meant to be a place where you can “Cozy up to the cuisine and drink in the unforgettable sights provided by this quaint locale’s scenic dining area.” And, it sure does live up to that! It all starts with the exterior building, where you’ll feel like you’re walking up to a local cafe. Spice Road Table Entrance At the entrance, you’ll find that the lobby area is split up into a few different areas — on one side of the rope you can walk up to the host stand to check-in, and on the other, you can head to the to-go beverage ordering desk. Depending on the time of year, you’ll also find details about dining packages that are being offered at the time. When we visited, the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival was taking place so there were details about the Garden Rocks Concert Series Dining Packages. These packages offer exclusive seating during the concert in addition to your meal. Feels like you’re dining local! In the lobby area, you’ll find some unique Moroccan artwork… Lobby Artwork …and a wall of spices! While the lobby is small, there’s plenty of room to hang out while you wait for your table to be ready. To-Go Beverage Ordering And, before we get into all the details about dining here, we have to talk about something that most people don’t know is offered here — a to-go bar! Just past the host stand is an elegant Moroccan-themed bar where you can head to and order up a Pomegranate Mimosa, incredible Sangria, a Moroccan Mule, or anything else on the menu to-go. No reservation necessary! So you can skip the long lines at La Cava del Tequila, or Block and Hans and still enjoy a killer cocktail. Spice Road Table Bar If you are choosing to sit down and dine here, you’ll want to first know that advanced dining reservations are no longer accepted here. The only way to eat here is to either opt for a dining package (of which there are several) or walk up and see if there’s a table! At the restaurant there are two main dining areas, one that is outdoors in a patio-like environment… Outdoor patio …and another that is indoors and has booth seating along the wall… Indoor seating …and table seating along the windows. This is where you’ll find the best views of World Showcase Lagoon making it a great spot to dine when Harmonious (EPCOT’s nighttime show) is taking place. If you want even better views of the fireworks, you can reserve the Spice Road Table Fireworks Dining Package which is offered most nights and provides guests with a table near the water in the outdoor patio during Harmonious and comes with a prix fixe menu where you can choose two small plates, a dessert platter, and enjoy unlimited beverages. Choose to sit at a table if you want the best views of the water! If you are choosing to dine without a dining package, you’ll need to join the Walk-Up List when you arrive in EPCOT through the My Disney Experience app. The app will note an estimated wait time (that can vary based on your party size), so be sure that you’re joining the wait list around the time that you want to dine. ©Disney After you’ve joined the Walk-Up List, you’ll receive text messages (or push notifications) to your phone letting you know when your table is ready. We chose to dine around lunchtime and only experienced a 10-minute wait. You’ll receive text updates on your table! And, then it was time to find our seat! We asked for a table near the window indoors (which isn’t guaranteed) and luckily there was a spot for us! Our table! And, what exactly will you find when you’re first seated? A small plate, fork, knife, napkin, and the QR code for the menu. Table Setting Now, let’s get to the food! Eats The restaurant isn’t currently offering a paper menu, so you’ll need to scan the QR code on the table to access it. This is the menu! One important thing to note if you haven’t eaten here in a while is that, when Spice Road Table reopened in 2020, the menu completely changed. Rather than being considered a Table Service Restaurant by Disney, it was reclassified as a “Lounge” which resulted in the removal of all the entrees and desserts from the menu. Instead, everything that was previously under the small bites section (and a few desserts), was converted into the main “Mediterranean Small Plates” lounge menu. But, the menu is still pretty extensive when it comes to food! You’ll find things like Tiropitakia, Spiced Chicken, and a Dessert Platter that includes an Almond Marzipan Cookie, Baklava, and a spiced cake called Karydopita. ©Disney There are also a ton of different drinks to choose from (it is a lounge after all) including a selection of beer, cider, wine, and sangria… ©Disney …along with a signature beverages section with cocktails that are unique to Spice Road Table. ©Disney And, if you’d prefer to dine here without opting for something boozy, there is a non-alcoholic beverage section of the menu that still includes some Moroccan-inspired offerings like Iced Mint Tea and a Moroccan Hot Tea Service. ©Disney Plus, those with allergies can identify which dishes they can enjoy safely thanks to the Allergy-Friendly menu. If a dish says “for egg, peanut/tree nut, and soy allergies, etc.” that means that it is safe for people with those allergies to enjoy! ©Disney Well, let’s dig in! We started our meal off with the Medina Mixer cocktail. This costs $15 and is made with Starr African Rum, Van der Hum Tangerine Liqueur, and Cranberry Juice. As the ingredients suggest, this is a sweet, fruity drink with tangerine being the main flavor that comes through. We could definitely still taste the alcohol in this one though. Overall, we enjoyed this drink but if you’d prefer something that is a bit more specific and authentic to Morocco, we’d suggest opting for the Iced Mint Tea which is made with Bombay Sapphire Gin and costs $14. Medina Mixer Because the menu is now more focused on small bites, we ordered a few to make it a full meal! Check out our spread! First up is the Pomegranate-Chili Crispy Cauliflower. This is a plant-based dish that is pretty much exactly what it sounds like — pomegranate-chili cauliflower! It comes served on top of a Red Pepper Aleppo Sauce for dipping and costs $11. Pomegranate-Chili Crispy Cauliflower And, though it may be sitting in a boat of sauce, these cauliflower pieces are CRISP! The dipping sauce itself tastes very similar to a sweet chili sauce and the fresh pomegranate seeds on top add a fruity and refreshing flavor to the dish. We thought that this was a delicious option for those who are looking for something plant-based (or even if you’re not!) and won’t turn off those who don’t like spice (as it’s not very spicy). Our only grievance with this dish is the size. It’s VERY small so you’ll need to order up something else on the menu if you’re even the slightest bit hungry. Pomegranate-Chili Crispy Cauliflower Bite Next up is the Naan Spreads! This classic Moroccan dish comes with Hummus, Chermoula, Marinated Olives, Za’atar all for the price of $10. Naan Spreads Now, normally we tell you not to buy anything in Disney World that you can get at your local grocery store, but we’re going to make an exception for this spread because it is seriously good! The hummus itself is topped with fresh olive oil and a few pomegranate seeds that really elevate the flavor. And, folks this is NOT any average hummus that you’ll find in the frozen aisle — you can really taste the flavor of the chickpeas and the Moroccan spices give it a unique (and delicious) taste. Hummus! In the middle are the marinated olives and Chermoula (which is a traditional North African sauce that is made with fresh herbs) which add a nice punch of acidity and earthy taste to the dish when combined with the hummus and naan. More dipping! Oh, and we have to talk about that naan! It’s served fresh and warmed up making it the perfect dipping vessel. But, there’s really not much of it so we found that we had quite a bit of hummus left over after we plowed through the naan (because, yes, it was that good). Nice and warm! And, we’re not done yet! We also got the Spice Road Table Sampler which comes with Lamb Kefta, Spiced Chicken, and Tiropitakia making it one of the best ways to try small bites of multiple things on the menu! Note that it is the priciest small plate on the menu though coming in at $15. Spice Road Table Sampler If you’re not familiar, Tiropitkakia is basically a miniature cheese pie (or Cheese-filled Phyllo) and the ones at Spice Road Table come with a side of Cucumber-Tomato Relish. The buttery phyllo here is cooked just right to make it super flakey (and also a little messy), but, the real winner lies in how it pairs with the relish. The cheese in the phyllo offers a nice salty balance to the fresh cucumbers and tomato, though it’s important to note that there are some raw onions in the relish, so you’ll get a bit of flavor from that as well. Tiropitakia When it comes to the Lamb Kefta, our reporter (who is generally not a big fan of lamb) was surprised to find that they really enjoyed the flavor. The lamb is seasoned very well and the texture is very similar to impossible meat. The small portion comes with Tzatziki sauce on the bottom, which we felt cut through the gamey flavor that often is associated with lamb. Lamb Kefta And, while the Spiced Chicken comes with the platter, we also opted to order it! The dish comes with Ras el Hanout (which is a seasoning), Mint Yogurt and Tabbouleh (which is a type of salad that is traditionally made with parsley, tomatoes, mint, onion, and bulgur, and then seasoned with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and sweet pepper) and costs $11. Don’t be turned off by the word “spice” being in the name though, we thought that the “spice” was much more of a seasoning that really elevates the chicken. The chicken then combines really well with the mint yogurt to add a bit of freshness to the dish and you’ll get a lot of parsley flavors from the tabbouleh. All in all, there’s a great range of flavors and textures in the dish, though the chicken that we had was a bit dry. Spiced Chicken And, lastly, we got the Dolmas which is a plant-based dish that features Grape Leaves filled with Rice and Herbs, Marinated Olives, Charred Lemon. Dolmas Now, we tend to think of dolmas as a Greek dish, but that doesn’t mean that there’s no place for it in this Moroccan-inspired restaurant! The topping on the grape leaves gives the dish a flavor profile that is very similar to vinegar or lemon, but it’s still very fresh. The rice on the inside offers a citrus flavor and the marinated olives then offer a nice texture to the dish since the dolmas are on the softer side. We’d say that we’ve definitely had better dolmas outside of Disney, but these still stand on their own. Dolmas They are one of the cheapest dishes on the menu, costing $9. Nosh or Not Consider dining at Spice Road Table if: You really enjoy Mediterranean food and tapas! This is one of the only places in Disney World that offers a Moroccan-inspired menu. You want to dine with a view (including a view of fireworks!). Because Spice Road Table is positioned directly on World Showcase Lagoon, you’ll have an AMAZING view to go along with your eats and drinks. Plus, you won’t have to stress about finding a spot to watch Harmonious in the evening if you time your dining window just right. You want to try something that’s not your average theme park food. The dishes and drinks here are truly unique and much better than a burger and fries. You may want to skip Spice Road Table if: You have picky eaters in your party. While the eats and drinks here are tasty, these dishes can be on the more adventurous side for those who are used to eating chicken nuggets and hot dogs. You want a full meal that will hold you over until your next dining window. With the overhaul of the menu in 2020, the main focus here is small dishes and drinks so you’ll be ordering quite a bit of food to make it a meal. You want to plan ahead and dine at a specific time or have a big party. Spice Road Table no longer accepts advanced dining reservations so it’s a bit of a gamble on how long you’ll wait to dine here making it so that you can’t really plan ahead. And, because seating is on more of a first come, first-served basis, you might find that you’ll have a longer wait if you’ve got a bit party. Overall While we used to praise this spot up and down when it had a full menu, we weren’t overly impressed by our meal here now that the menu is much more limited. None of the dishes or drinks blew us away and we really had to order a lot to make a meal out of it, resulting in a pretty hefty bill. That being said, Spice Road Table offers a menu filled with more exotic flavors than you’ll find at most table service spots, which can really be a big draw when you’ve had your limit of pizza and burgers. This can be a great place to stop if you’re looking for something to hold you over to a bigger sit-down meal (we’d suggest checking out Via Napoli, Le Cellier, or Chefs de France if you haven’t already!) or if you want something a bit more substantial between eating and drinking your way around one of EPCOT’s many festivals. So, overall, we probably wouldn’t make this our first stop around World Showcase, but if you’re a seasoned EPCOT visitor and you’re looking for a unique cultural dining experience that offers you some relief from the Florida sun, this is a great place to check out! And, be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more Disney food reviews and updates! Have You Been to Any of These Underrated Disney World Restaurants? 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 eaten at Spice Road Table recently? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: This EPCOT Restaurant Only Serves SMALL Plates But Left Us With a Hefty Bill first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

What better way to celebrate the 8th anniversary of the critically acclaimed “Aladdin on Broadway” show than by giving away a sailing aboard Disney Cruise Line? Well, as the Genie might say– let’s make some magic– because for the 888th person attending the March 20th showing, your “Disney Wish” is our command! View the full article

There’s no sugar coating it, Disney World is EXPENSIVE, but has it always been this way? Hollywood Scoops Are we priced out of a Disney vacation, or are there ways to make it happen on the cheap? Check out our video below Has Disney World Gotten TOO EXPENSIVE For Us? 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 you think Disney World is too expensive for the average family. The post DFB Video: Has Disney World Gotten TOO EXPENSIVE For Us? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Can you tell I’m excited that Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is coming to the Disney Wish? Today, I am thrilled to share a special first look with you. This magical experience provides pixie-dusted makeovers for kids ages 3 to 12, complete with hairstyling, makeup, costumes and accessories — it is truly beloved by Disney Cruise Line guests. View the full article

Of all the Disney World parks, EPCOT is basically synonymous with destination dining! But let’s be real: some restaurants in this food-filled park are more destination-worthy than others — as evidenced by the Yelp reviews. There’s good food here While many EPCOT restaurants have their diehard fans, certain Table Service locations are especially adored, and Yelp is here to remind us why! As much as we LOVE a good food festival here, Table Service dining in EPCOT is a requisite pastime for enjoying some of the best eats in ALL of Disney World. With so many quality spots to choose from, we were SUPER curious what Yelp would have to say about the best of the best! Le Cellier So let’s get right to it and look at the TOP three Table Service restaurants in EPCOT according to Yelp! Number 3: La Hacienda de San Angel Buckle up, because the top rated restaurants on Yelp are a WILD ride. Most of the top Table Service restaurants are QUITE unexpected, starting with La Hacienda de San Angel clocking in at number three. Don’t get us wrong, we LOVE us some La Hacienda de San Angel, and Yelp seems to agree! La Hacienda de San Angel “The fondue appetizer is the bomb,” says JC C., adding that the restaurant’s excellent food is matched by amazing views of the lagoon and the Harmonious show. Erica S. is another fan of the queso, and ditto the margarita flight, plantains, and seafood platter. “The seafood was really well cooked for each individual item,” she notes. Queso Fundido Even for longtime Disney World fans like Leonard H., La Hacienda de San Angel brings the wow factor. “I have been to Disney World almost 50 times. Never have I been to this restaurant. Omg that’s been shown to be a huge mistake.” He says the food and service are on par with Le Cellier, and the desserts and fireworks views are incredible as well. Read our most recent La Hacienda de San Angel review HERE! Number 2: Space 220 For a brand new restaurant, albeit a SUPER buzzy one, it’s impressive that Space 220 is ALREADY the second most highly rated restaurant in EPCOT! Clearly, there’s a LOT to love about this place. Space 220 offers some spectacular views! According to Steve S., food and service are excellent, but the real five-star experience comes from the ambience, designed to transport guests 220 miles up into space, where apparently they serve stellar calamari. No puns intended, Liz G. calls it an “out of this world experience” that’s totally worth the price. “The food is exceptional with amazing service. Portions are appropriately sized and the staff remains in character at all times to enhance your experience.” The Lift-Offs, also known as the Appetizers at Space 220! It’s the fully immersive experience, coupled with quality food and drinks, that really sell it for Yelpers like Bill M.: “We were surprisingly impressed with the whole experience,” he says. “The ambience of the place was very soothing. We really felt disconnected and relaxed.” Read our FULL Space 220 Dinner post here! Number 1: Biergarten Restaurant Are you ready for the strangest drum roll EVER? Apparently, Yelp says the number one Table Service restaurant in EPCOT is…Biergarten Restaurant?! Okay! Nothing against this fun, buffet-style restaurant in the Germany Pavilion, but when you consider the lack of Rose & Crown or Le Cellier or Chefs de France, it’s pretty surprising! Biergarten vibes But when you think about it, the family-style vibe and festive entertainment and decor are all VERY crowd-pleasing, which might explain its Yelp loyalists! And who are we to quibble with the deliciousness of Apple Strudel and Schnitzel! Michael K. has a lot to rave about: “My expectations were exceeded and we had a great time and meal,” he says, adding that the buffet is a great value for ALL the choices, the German beers are great, the service is attentive, and the live German music is so much fun that he sat through it twice! Warm German Potato Salad “I had no idea what to expect going to Biergarten but this may be one of my new favorite places on Disney property,” proclaims Maddie H., who loves the fun atmosphere and the diverse array of food options for both herbivores and carnivores. “Seriously just come here you won’t regret it.” ‘Nuff said! Okay we get it Sure, the absence of some of EPCOT’s heavy-hitter restaurants is a bit puzzling, but clearly the park is filled with ALL manner of epic dining experiences, from festive buffets to “out of this world” eats! Read our most recent Biergarten review here! As we often say, dining in Disney World is different for everyone. Do your research, read our reviews, and see which spot is the best for you and the group that you are traveling with! Situations can vary depending on food allergies and restrictions, preferences, budget, etc. So make sure you look in to which restaurants are best for YOU! PHOTO GUIDE: The Best and Worst Spots to View Harmonious in 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. Which EPCOT restaurant do you think is the MOST underrated? Let us know in the comments! The post The Top 3 Table Service Restaurants in EPCOT, According to Yelp first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Here is our post on using Disney World’s Minnie Van Service to get around WDW as well to and from Orlando International Airport. (Updated March 2022) Disney has announced that their Minnie Van Service will be coming back in Summer 2022! Minnie Van Service was discontinued after the 2020 shutdown. What’s a Minnie Van? Minnie Vans are […] The post Walt Disney World’s Minnie Van Service appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

Using Uber, Lyft, and Minnie Vans can be a great option for getting around Walt Disney World! We use these Ride-Hire Services in certain circumstances during our Walt Disney World vacations. They are a great addition to the other Transportation Options that are available for free. Let’s get right into it, first with the basics, […] The post Using Uber, Lyft, and Minnie Vans at Walt Disney World appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

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At The Walt Disney Company, we believe that an inclusive environment is one that welcomes and celebrates all people. As storytellers, we have the power to continuously celebrate strong and empowered women around the world. Across our global brands and businesses, our work to prioritize gender diversity and equity never stops. This Women’s History Month, […]View the full article

After a successful launch of a Little Mermaid collection earlier this month, Vera Bradley has now announced a new Disney-themed collection. Vera Bradley Store in Disney Springs Soon, Star Wars fans will be able to purchase items from an entire new line of Vera Bradley products. That’s right, a Star Wars Vera Bradley collection in being released SOON! Not much information has been released about this new collection, but people who are interested in more information are able to sign up to receive email updates. ©Vera Bradley Vera Bradley also shared a preview of patterns we might see in the collection, including patterns dedicated to Chewbacca, R2-D2, and C-3PO. The Vera Bradley website promises surprises will be hidden in the new patterns and you’ll be able to shop these new designs for a variety of products including home decor, backpacks, travel bags, and apparel. ©Vera Bradley We’ll be sure to keep you updated as more information about this collection is released, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB to get all the information. HURRY! Star Wars Celebration Tickets Are On Sale RIGHT NOW. Click here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you looking forward to this new Star Wars collection? Let us know in the comments! The post A NEW Star Wars x Vera Bradley Collection Was Just Announced! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When you were younger, you may have owned one of those plastic telescoping Star Wars lightsaber toys. They were fun and all, but now that you’re older, you’ve evolved — and so have the Star Wars lightsabers! It’s easy to miss this little shop, but what’s inside is well worth a visit! Star Wars fans have been waiting for a new legacy lightsaber for a pretty long time, and now Disney FINALLY shared some new details on an upcoming release! Hold onto your hats, people, this is BIG news! If you’re unfamiliar with the term “legacy lightsaber,” it’s basically a super-realistic-looking, movie-accurate lightsaber. These bad boys are a little more expensive than your run-of-the-mill Star Wars lightsaber, and they’re only available in Disney World, Disneyland, and (sometimes) shopDisney. Legacy lightsabers at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Back in 2020, Disney ran a special poll asking fans to vote for the legacy lightsaber hilt that they wanted to see at Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities. About one month later, the winner was revealed to be Cal Kestis’s lightsaber from Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order! After that, all that was left to do was WAIT (and wait…and wait). ©Disney Well, Disney FINALLY shared an update on the new legacy lightsaber hilt! The long-awaited Cal Kestis lightsaber hilt is coming to Dok-Ondar’s on March 25th EXCLUSIVELY at Disneyland Resort and Disney World! ©Disney Disney explained that the special broken end design is modeled after the damaged lightsaber Cal Kestis acquires in the game. As the story goes, this lightsaber is only able to emit a single blade. ©Disney If you’re interested in a little upgrade, the lightsaber hilt comes with a dual lightsaber adapter. This way, guests can recreate the original double-bladed design from back when the lightsaber was owned by Cal’s master Jaro Tapal. Keep in mind that you’ll need to purchase a second hilt to recreate this version of the lightsaber. ©Disney This has the potential to be a SUPER popular new item, so if you want one of these new legacy lightsaber hilts, you might want to travel to Batuu as soon as you can! In the meantime, stay tuned for all the latest Disney news and park updates! We Found a Disney Jacket That Costs MORE Than a Park Ticket Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you own any legacy lightsabers? Let us know in the comments! The post A LONG-AWAITED New 'Star Wars' Legacy Lightsaber is Coming Soon to Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

With the weather getting warmer, we’ve seen a lot of fun snacks for the spring season! How fun! From Grapefruit Tarts to Dole Whip Flights to a whole new stand full of baked good, there is no shortage of sweet treats in Disney World right now. And today, we got to try out a NEW Dole Whip combo that might be one of the best snacks we’ve eaten in a while! This is the Key Lime Swirl over at Disney’s Old Key West Resort! How good does this look?! It’s vanilla soft serve and Key Lime Dole Whip swirled together with graham cracker crumbs sprinkled on top. So basically, it’s a Key Lime Pie Dole Whip! This was very light and refreshing and the lime mixed really well with the vanilla to create a great balance between sweet and tart. YUM! The graham cracker crumbs are super fine and added to that overall Key Lime Pie vibe! But, it did melt REALLY fast. That’s that hot Florida sun for ya. Just don’t leave this one sitting around — eat it right away! Such a nice treat for the warm weather! If you’re looking for a refreshing, cold snack that combines tart citrus and creamy vanilla together, you will love this swirl! We think it’s a must try if you’re a fan of these flavors. Obviously, if you don’t like Key Lime Pie or tart lime flavors, you should probably just stick with a plain vanilla or something a bit more mild. This is a winning Dole Whip combo! If you want to try out this cold slice of Key Lime Pie in a Dole Whip form, grab it over at Good’s Food to Go for $4.99! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World food news and reviews. Click here to see which popular Disney World restaurant just put Key Lime Pie BACK on the menu! 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 a fan of Key Lime? Tell us in the comments! The post There is KEY. LIME. PIE. DOLE. WHIP. In Disney World, People!! 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. On the hunt for a new Disney outfit? Looking for something fit for a princess? We’ve got JUST the thing! We recently spotted new Disney Princess denim jackets in Disney World and online, as well as some hilarious and unique princesses-meet-Olaf shirts online… Under the Sea! …but now, it’s time for fans of The Little Mermaid to shine! We have a feeling fans of all things vintage/retro as well as princess Ariel fans will be head over fins (see what we did there? ) in love with this Her Universe Disney The Little Mermaid Retro Dress. ©Hot Topic This dress features ruffled straps up top, a purple portion on the bodice that looks just like Ariel’s shells, and a sort of seafoam green/blue skirt with a “vintage” pattern on it! The pattern has characters from the movie like Ariel and Flounder. ©Hot Topic This dress is typically $59.90 but is currently on sale for $47.92! And there’s a plus size version too. ©Hot Topic That one is typically $64.90, but can be yours right now for $51.92. Click here to buy the Her Universe Disney The Little Mermaid Retro Dress! And click here to get the plus size dress! These dresses are exclusive to the online store, so just keep that in mind. If you want to get them while they’re on sale, be sure to act quickly. As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney merchandise updates! Click here to see PHOTOS of Disney’s 25 NEW princess-inspired wedding dresses! 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 picking up this new Little Mermaid dress? Let us know in the comments! The post Little Mermaid Fans: Hold On to Your Wallets! Disney Dropped a New Item for YOU! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Bright suns, Disney Parks Blog fans! The wait is finally over for all my fellow Batuuans. In 2020 we asked you to vote for which legacy lightsaber hilt you hoped to see offered at Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities. You answered the call and the legacy lightsaber hilt you all voted for was the Cal Kestis legacy lightsaber hilt from Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order!View the full article