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Attention, spring breakers: Disney, Universal, SeaWorld have more attractions this year. View the full article

As if the Deluxe Disney World hotels aren’t fancy enough, 200 NEW rooms are being added to one of the most luxurious resorts in Disney World. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort is getting new Resort Studios, which will be DVC rooms located in the Big Pine Key building of the hotel. Construction on these studios just began on March 1st, but we already got to tour a model for what these fancy rooms will look like! Come along with us to see the new studios! We headed to the Grand Floridian for a tour of the new DVC Resort Studios, which are the first of their kind in Disney World. This hotel already has villas (which are being refurbished as well), but these will be the first Resort Studios. Grand Floridian Although the new rooms are coming to the Big Pine Key building, the model room we toured was located in a different building. Let’s head inside and take a look! The new rooms The new studios are themed after Mary Poppins Returns, which is the same theme that can be found at the Citricos restaurant located at this hotel. You can see the theme in the artwork and also in some details around the room. Main room The main room area has two beds, a dresser and TV, and a couch that converts into a daybed. Above the couch were some gorgeous watercolor paintings depicting a scene from the movie! Couch There are instructions near the sofa that detail how to change it into a bed. Sofa as a bed The main beds have soft teal headboards with little reading lights on either side. The jeweled tones here contrast with paler pastels throughout the rest of the room. There’s a nightstand between the two beds with a lamp, a phone, and a couple of drawers. Beds The large cabinet beside the beds opens for more storage space, and you can find a couple of robes and some extra pillows and blankets inside. Just behind these cabinets is a coffee station with a cabinet that opens up as a small fridge. Cabinets Take a look at the beautiful Mary Poppins Returns artwork displayed over that coffee station! Artwork This room has a desk area outside of the bathroom, which has a table and stool, along with a mirror. Different view The wall in this area has a mural of flowers and birds, which adds to the whimsical theme. Mirror The bathroom has a vanity with two sinks and a separate area for the toilet and shower. The gold tones and pastels continue into this room… Bathroom vanity area …and you can see more watercolor artwork here as well. Bathroom artwork The water closet has a shower/tub combo and more gold-toned fixtures. Water closet Back in the main room, we checked out the view. Keep in mind that this room is located in a different area than where the Resort Studios will actually be. The new rooms will all be located in the Big Pine Key building, whereas this model room was in a different building. View We want to highlight a few details that really brought in the Mary Poppins Returns theme. First of all, did you spot that fancy chandelier in the main room? Chandelier The inside ring has lights that look like candles, but the outside has several little glass birds! They’re birds! The lampshade on the nightstand also brought in the whimsical theme with more flowers and Mary Poppins’ iconic umbrella. Lampshade And we were so excited to find a hidden Mickey in the air vent! But this vent went a step further — there were also hidden umbrellas to match the Mary Poppins theme. Can you spot them? Here’s a hint — they’re really close to that hidden Mickey. Hidden Mickey! The new rooms will open at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort this summer. The pre-sale for DVC members opened on March 3rd, and DVC members can book these rooms beginning March 14th. Guests who are not DVC members can book these rooms beginning March 31st. Grand Floridian The new rooms look beautiful, and we’re excited to see these and other updates coming to the Grand Floridian. Keep following DFB for more of the latest Disney World news! Click here to tour another Deluxe hotel room 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. Would you stay in the new Mary Poppins Returns-themed rooms at Grand Floridian? Let us know in the comments. The post PHOTOS: Go INSIDE the New Rooms Coming to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s a rare day when we turn down a cupcake at Disney World… . Disney’s Beach Club Resort Granted, some are better than others, but we have fun trying them including some recent cupcakes like the S’Mores Cupcake, a Madame Leota Cupcake, an it’s a small world Cupcake, and more! We also love seeing what Disney World puts out for holidays, and with St. Patrick’s Day coming up soon, St. Patrick’s Day cupcakes are starting to appear all over the resort! So we’re doing what we do — we’re trying them! Let’s head on over to Beach Club Marketplace at Disney’s Beach Club Resort to try the St. Patrick’s Cupcake there. This is a simple Vanilla Cupcake cored and filled with Vanilla Buttercream Frosting and topped with more Vanilla Buttercream Frosting and Festive Sprinkles. Oh, and it’s got Milk Chocolate Mickey Ears! How can we not love a Mickey cupcake? Although this cupcake seems simple, that’s what makes it so good. It’s just a classic delicious vanilla cupcake, although it has a LOT of frosting and WE ARE HERE FOR IT. In fact, this thing was so top-heavy, we were worried the frosting would just slide right off the cupcake while we were taking photos of it in the Florida humidity. (Okay, eventually, it did fall apart and some of it landed in the sand, and yes, we’re still sad about it). Look at ALL THAT FROSTING! Of course, there’s even MORE frosting on the inside, so yeah, this is for all you frosting fans out there. MORE Frosting inside? YES! So if you’re not into frosting and want more complex flavors from a cupcake, this might not be for you. But for us, it hit the spot. You can grab it for $6.29. We also saw it available at The Market at Ale & Compass at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort! We’ll be eating ALL the St. Patrick’s Day goodies at Disney World, so stay tuned for more reviews! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite cupcake flavor? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: Disney World Released Another Cupcake -- Only Frosting Fans Need Apply first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you a Disney World fan who loves sports? ESPN Wide World of Sports You’re sure to know all about ESPN Wide World of Sports, which hosts some pretty major sporting events throughout the year, like Baseball Spring Training, Cheer and Dance Team Championships, among others. This year, ESPN Wide World of Sports just announced a huge weekend for college basketball fans, though. The 2022 ESPN Events Invitational is set for Thanksgiving weekend, November 25th through November 28th. During the event, some of the best teams in college basketball, eight teams in all, will play 12 games over three days to take home the title. This year the teams are Florida State, Memphis, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Ole Miss, Seton Hall, Siena, and Stanford. You can currently sign up for a discounted ticket pre-sale, which can save you $25 per all-tournament ticket. This tournament is a big deal in college sports, so you might want to go ahead and get on that now! Fans who sign up for the pre-sale will get first access to purchase tickets at a discount before they go on sale to everyone else in July. You can learn more by clicking here. We’ll let you know about other events happening at Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for more! 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 grabbing tickets for this event? Let us know who you’re rooting for in the comments! The post College Basketball Fans! Here's Why You'll Want to Head to Disney World in November first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We go to Disney World so much that Mickey Mouse is practically burned into our eyes at this point. We manage to find hidden Mickeys all over the parks and resorts — seeking them out is kind of an addiction. From highly intentional Imagineering details to one-in-a-million occurrences, we’re always on the lookout for hidden Mickeys in Disney World. You can find Mickey in the most unexpected places! During our recent visit to the EPCOT World Showcase during the Flower & Garden Festival, we strolled through Vibrante & Verde: An Encanto Garden. What we saw totally BLEW our minds, and we need to share this discovery with you. Vibrante & Verde: An Encanto Garden is a beautiful little garden set up in EPCOT for the Flower & Garden Festival. It’s got tons of colorful flowers and succulents inspired by Encanto (You know, the movie that’s breaking records, returning to theaters, and inspiring baby names? Yeah, that one.). This is new! This area is HIGHLY photogenic, so make sure to fix your hair and adjust your outfit before you snap those Instagram photos! Side note: we suddenly have an urge to plant a rainbow garden; anyone else? This is beautiful! Isabela (the flower queen herself) must have worked some serious magic; look what we found tucked between the other succulents! It’s a HIDDEN MICKEY PLANT! This is AMAZING! Look, here’s another one! We don’t know about you, but this makes us SO happy! It’s not every day you see a plant shaped like a mouse, after all! Here’s another one! As you can tell, we had a LOT of fun in the Encanto garden. If you’re planning a trip to EPCOT during the Flower & Garden Festival, we strongly suggest walking through the garden to look for hidden Mickeys. Are these the BEST hidden Mickeys we’ve ever seen? This isn’t the first time we’ve fallen in love with a living hidden Mickey! Around Halloween, Disney’s horticulturist team creates Mickey-shaped pumpkins that decorate Main Street, U.S.A., and we obsess over them every year. It never gets old! Here’s some growing in the Living with the Land attraction! This might be one of our new favorite hidden Mickeys! In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for all the latest Disney news, so be sure to stay tuned for more. Guess What Apartment Complex Disney Just Sold for $90 Million Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite hidden Mickey? Let us know in the comments! The post We Found LIVING Hidden Mickeys in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The 2022 Flower and Garden Festival is in full swing in EPCOT, and there are some incredible eats this year. EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival In addition to all the new food booths, entertainment, and merchandise at the festival, we found a sweet and colorful surprise inspired by Encanto, so come along with us on a little walk through a special garden! If you’re in the mood for Arepas, you’ve probably made a beeline for the La Isla Fresca booth in EPCOT, and located nearby is a little surprise for Encanto fans! Isabela would be proud. Located near the booth If you guessed it had something to do with flowers, you’re right! You can visit Vibrante & Verde: An Encanto Garden, located between the Morocco and France pavilions in EPCOT! Here you can take a look at a tropical garden inspired by members of the Madrigal family. New Encanto Garden Topiario de Mariposa means “butterfly topiary,” and Encanto fans may recall that the butterfly is a prominent symbol in the film, especially for Mirabel and Abuela. Topiario de Mariposa Arcoiris de Flores, which translates to “rainbow of flowers,” features Pepa, whose mood affects the weather. In much of Encanto, Pepa has a rain cloud over her head, but here she’s created a rainbow! Pepa Pepa’s rainbow is filled with colorful flowers, with the Mirabel-inspired butterfly topiary nearby. Pepa gets a rainbow! Camino de la Selva translates to “jungle road” in English, which is a nod to Antonio’s magical ability to speak to animals. Did you know that Colombia’s foliage helps provide shade to animals who live there? Antonio! Of course, Isabela, whose gift allows her to grow flowers, inspired the area of Succulents and Cactus! Isabela It’s not a hurricane of jacarandas, but some spiky cacti that are neither symmetrical nor perfect, yet beautiful nonetheless. They grow even in the toughest of conditions! Great work, Isabela! And finally, Trinitarias, which also means bougainvillea, is a native South American plant with long vines. Like Casita, this kind of plant needs care, and once it’s thriving, it can add color everywhere it grows. Casita You can find the Vibrante & Verde: An Encanto Garden in EPCOT between the Morocco and France pavilions, near the La Isla Fresca booth. Grab an Arepas topped with melted queso fresco and take a stroll around the garden! And stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news! Check out our review of La Isla Fresca here! Click HERE to See All the Updated Details for EPCOT's 2022 International Flower and Garden Festival! Ready to Plan for Your 2022 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Trip? Order the DFB Guide to the 2022 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival e-Book today! This 200+ page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well -- including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable Outdoor Kitchens Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Order your 2022 edition today! Don't miss a moment of the fun! Use code SPRING at check-out to get $2 off the cover price! Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Have you seen this garden? Tell us in the comments! The post You’ve Probably Walked Right Past This ‘Encanto’-Inspired Garden in EPCOT! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney DEO Bob Chapek told shareholders Wednesday the company quietly opposed Florida’s “don’t say gay” bill and that he would meet with Gov. Ron DeSantis about it. View the full article

Ariana Grande gets wax figure treatment for Madame Tussauds Orlando on I-Drive View the full article

Want to SKIP the lines at some of the most popular Disney World rides or get a prime viewing spot for some spectacular Disney experiences? Then Disney Genie+ and those Lightning Lanes are the way to go! Tower of Terror Lightning Lane We’ve seen a number of changes made to the Genie+ service over the last few months — from new ride additions to temporary adjustments. And now another change is on the way for Genie+ in Disney World! Not too long ago, Mickey returned to Red Carpet Dreams in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, which is a character meet-and-greet area. You can usually meet Minnie there too! We also just saw the return of the Festival of Fantasy Parade to Magic Kingdom. We had to say hi to Minnie, too! But soon meeting some iconic Disney characters or seeing them during the parade is going to get just a bit easier! A moment for Minnie’s dress, please Today, Disney announced that BOTH the modified character meet-and-greet experience at Red Carpet Dreams (in Disney’s Hollywood Studios) and the Festival of Fantasy Parade (in Magic Kingdom) will become available through Genie+ on March 11th, 2022! You can see it reflected online on Disney’s Genie+ website for Hollywood Studios… ©Disney …and Magic Kingdom. ©Disney We expect that the Lightning Lane area for the Festival of Fantasy Parade could in the same spot where it was placed when Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade was available through Genie+. But things can change. Be sure to check your Lightning Lane selection for directions as to where you should go for this prime viewing spot. Viewing Area Ultimately, if you’re hoping to get a good parade viewing spot without having to stake out your little corner well in advance, or if you’re hoping to meet Mickey or Minnie at Red Carpet Dreams without having to wait too long, be sure to look into these Genie+ selections starting March 11th! And check back with us for more Disney news and updates! Click here to see the other changes that have been recently made to the Genie+ ride list in Disney World All About Disney Genie, Genie+, and Individual Attraction Selection READ THIS Before Using the New Genie Planning Tool in Disney World Check Out the FULL List of Rides Included With Genie+ in Disney World See What Rides You Can Pay EXTRA For in Disney World & How Much They’ll Cost Learn What Rides Are Included With Genie+ in Disneyland (Plus the Ones You’ll Pay EXTRA to Ride) You CAN’T Re-Ride Disney World Attractions With Genie+ You CAN’T Cancel Pay-Per-Ride Selections in Disney World Get the Answers to All of Your Burning Questions About Disney Genie See Why You’ll Want to Stay in a Disney World Hotel When it Comes to Disney’s Pay-Per-Ride System Here’s What Annual Passholders and Magic Key Holders Need to Know About Genie+ See 5 Ways Genie+ Might Surprise You Learn About How Disney Genie Can Be Your Personal Assistant in Disney World Click HERE to See More About Disney Genie Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Have you used Disney Genie+ before? Tell us in the comments! The post NEWS: 2 MORE Experiences Being Added to Genie+ in Disney World SOON first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We can’t deny that Disney World mixes up some great boozy drinks! Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar mixes up some of the more unique boozy concoctions at Disney World, like the holiday Yule Mule, the Jungle Cruise-themed Huallaga Hibiscus, the Oxygen Tank, and more! Occasionally, NEW drinks pop up at the bar and we’ve got a new one to tell you about. But beware — this drink is only for select Disney World guests. The drink is called the First Class Ticket, and certain Disney World guests get to try it out. Okay, what we really mean is that you have to be an Annual Passholder to order it! So if you’re a fan of Mule drinks, hold on to your Adventurer’s hat — this is a Mule made with Bacardi Tangerine with Ginger Beer and garnished with an Orange Slice. Tangerine Mule? Yes, please! We think that Disney World was thinking of this when it made this drink — we love mules and citrus, so putting them together is a stroke of genius! The ginger beer gives you that nice gingery taste in your throat, while the Tangerine Bacardi adds a fresh citrusy twist. What’s nice is that the citrus flavor is dominant here and you can barely taste the alcohol. Note, though, we know some folks don’t like ginger beer, so keep that in mind before ordering. Refreshing! If you’re looking to get your hands on this drink, you’ll need to flash your Annual Passholder status at the bartender. It will set you back $14, and as far as we’re concerned, it’s worth it! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite Disney World drink? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: The Disney World Drink That’s Almost As Exclusive As It Sounds first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Crowds turn out for return of 'Disney Festival of Fantasy' at Magic Kingdom. View the full article

Over the past several days we’ve seen a number of developments made in Florida related to a controversial bill surrounding LGBTQ+ issues. Rainbow Minnie ears We’ve already shared Disney’s initial response to the Bill, and Bob Chapek’s comments regarding the Bill as well. Today, during Disney’s Shareholder Meeting, Disney CEO Bob Chapek once again made comments regarding the bill and now we’ve got all the details. The Bill that is at the heart of this issue is what critics call the “Don’t Say Gay” Bill. Its full name is the “Parental Rights in Education” Bill. As The Hill notes, if passed, the Bill would “restrict mention of LGBTQ+ topics in classrooms that are not ‘age appropriate or developmentally appropriate for students.'” The bill would also provide parents with “greater authority to take legal action against school districts believed to be in violation.” To learn more about the Bill, read some text from the Bill, see criticisms of Disney’s response, and more, click here. Rainbow Pins Again, Disney initially issued a statement that was released through Good Morning America and Bob Chapek also issued some comments about the Bill. But during the Shareholder Meeting held on March 9th, 2022 Chapek once again discussed the Bill prior to taking questions from shareholders. During the Shareholder Meeting, Chapek acknowledged that many “are upset that [Disney] did not speak out against the Bill.” He then shared that they were “opposed to the bill from the outset, but [] chose not to take a public position on it because [they] thought [they] could be more effective working behind the scenes, engaging directly with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle.” Chapek shared that they were “hopeful that our longstanding relationships with those lawmakers would enable [them] to achieve a better outcome.” Despite “weeks of effort,” however, Chapek noted that they were unsuccessful in changing things “behind the scenes.” The Bill has in fact passed the Florida Senate (and the Florida House) and now is on its way to the desk of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for his signature. Sweet pic! Still, Disney is taking more action on this issue. Chapek shared that he called Governor DeSantis to express his “disappointment and concern that if legislation becomes law, it could be used to unfairly target gay, lesbian, non-binary, and transgender kids and families.” He shared that he actually had an “extraordinary conversation” with the Governor about the genesis of the legislation, the process the state went through to get the legislation approved by the House and the Senate, and, most importantly, what comes next. According to Chapek, Governor DeSantis has “committed” to him that he (DeSantis) wants to make sure the law cannot be weaponized by individuals or groups in the state to unduly harm or target individuals who are gay, lesbian, non-binary, transgender, and others. ©Bloomberg Chapek shared that the Governor has encouraged them to take a look at the legislation as written and come up with some ideas and concerns regarding parts of the legislation that could lead to its weaponization. Governor DeSantis is reportedly “open” to finding out what aspects of the legislation would be most concerning. Chapek also shared that DeSantis has agreed to meet with him and a small delegation of Cast Members who are involved in this movement to discuss their concerns surrounding this Bill. Chapek shared, “Certainly, the outcome in Florida was not what many of us were hoping for, especially our LGBTQ+ employees, and unfortunately, legislation targeting their communities is being considered in many other states, which means this fight will go on.” ©CNBC So what will happen next? Chapek shared that Disney will be “signing the Human Right’s Campaign’s statement opposing such legislative efforts around the country” as well as “pledging $5 million towards organizations,” including the Human Rights Campaign, that are “working to protect LGBTQ+ rights.” Chapek also reiterated, as his earlier comments had said, that Disney will be “reassessing” its “approach to advocacy, including political giving in Florida and beyond.” Chapek closed by saying, “I understand our original approach, no matter how well-intended, didn’t quite get the job done, but we’re committed to support the community going forward.” Pride Shirt We’ll continue to look for more updates on this matter and share those with you. Click here for more information about Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” Bill and Disney’s first statement Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post CEO Bob Chapek Comments on Disney's Stance on "Don't Say Gay" Bill and Actions Moving Forward first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Throughout March, we are paying tribute to Women’s History Month in a variety of ways at the Disneyland Resort, celebrating women and their inspiring contributions through art, song, food and stories.View the full article

Disney has a lot of projects simultaneously in progress, but sometimes things don’t go as planned. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is in progress Before the pandemic, there were many announcements about upcoming attractions, makeovers, and other new things coming to the parks. But, the pandemic has pushed back the timeline on a lot of projects, like TRON: Lightcycle Run, or cut them completely. There are also a lot of projects that we haven’t heard much about, so we didn’t know if they were still in the works or scrapped. But, we just got a status update on 2 upcoming Disney projects. The Mary Poppins attraction that was supposed to be coming to EPCOT’s U.K. pavilion is officially on hold… ©Disney …and the Quinjet attraction that was slated for Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure is also on hold. Quinjet in Avengers Campus The Mary Poppins attraction was going to allow guests to “step in time down Cherry Tree Lane past Admiral Boom’s house, then enter Number 17, home of the Banks family.” Mary Poppins in Epcot The Quinjet attraction was supposed to open during Phase 2 of Avengers Campus on an unknown later date. The attraction would take guests on the famous Quinjet and travel to Wakanda to join a team of Marvel superheroes in battle. On top of this, the ride was supposed to feature seats that double as a weapons system and jet packs. ©Disney Avengers Campus These updates were given by Disney CEO Bob Chapek during a the company’s 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders today. He said that they are taking a pause on capital-intensive projects. Bob Chapek at the Opening of Avengers Campus ©Disney There was no further update on when these projects might continue, but at least Chapek didn’t say that they’ve been completely cancelled! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates. Click here to see what a Disney executive had to say recently about park capacity Check out 5 Disney World mysteries that no one has solved in our video below: 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 potential upcoming project do you want to see completed the most in Disney World or Disneyland? The post NEWS: Mary Poppins and Avengers Projects Get a Status Update from Disney first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Whether you love or hate them, live-action films have been a BIG thing for Disney in the last few years. A dream is a wish your heart makes — if you want more live-action Disney movies! Disney has recreated popular movies like Mulan, The Lion King, Aladdin, and Beauty and the Beast into live-action versions, and there are even more on the horizon, including live-action films and even sequels. One of these upcoming movies is Pinocchio, and today we got a sneak peek into the film! Pinocchio is a live-action version of the 1940 Disney animated film, starring Tom Hanks as Geppetto, with Robert Zemeckis directing. In case you didn’t know, Hanks and Zemeckis have worked together on Oscar-winning projects like Forrest Gump and Cast Away, so they could be a winning combo! ©Disney This live-action remake will be released straight to Disney+, scheduled for September 2022. We haven’t seen any trailers yet, but today we got a little sneak peek at Geppetto and Pinocchio! Pinocchio Check out this FIRST LOOK at Tom Hanks as Geppetto! The film will also star Benjamin Even Ainsworth as the voice of Pinocchio, Cynthia Erivo as the Blue Fairy, Luke Evans as The Coachman, Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Jiminy Cricket, and Keegan-Michael Key as “Honest” John. Are you excited to check out this live-action remake of Pinocchio? You’ll be able to stream it on Disney+ in September 2022! Keep reading DFB for more Disney news! The family dynamic in Disney’s live-action The Little Mermaid just got interesting! 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 live-action remakes? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTO: FIRST LOOK at Tom Hanks in Disney’s Live-Action ‘Pinocchio’ first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Did you know that there’s another food and wine festival in Disney World? EPCOT isn’t the only spot on Disney World property where you can eat and drink your way through a selection of fine spreads and sips! Swan and Dolphin Resort The Swan and Dolphin Resorts are just steps away from EPCOT (literally) and they offer many of the same park amenities that Disney Resort hotels do! They host their own celebration of all things delicious at their Food & Wine Classic — and tickets are officially on sale NOW for this event! The 2022 Food & Wine Classic at the Swan and Dolphin will be taking place November 11th & 12th, 2022 from 5:30PM to 9:30PM on both nights! Swan and Dolphin This festival has guests enjoying a “street party festival with unlimited tastings of culinary selections from the hotel’s award-winning restaurants plus bottomless wine, beer, and beverage samplings” — sounds like a good time to us! We enjoy this event every year! Tickets are $165 per person and all food and beverage samplings are included in the cost of admission. You can purchase tickets on the Swan & Dolphin Food & Wine Classic website. And, don’t forget to stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news! Click Here to See Our Review of Last Year’s Food & Wine Classic! 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 attended this event on Disney property before? Let us know in the comments! The post Tickets Are On Sale NOW for the Swan & Dolphin Food & Wine Classic in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We have been patiently waiting for this moment, and now it’s FINALLY here! ©Disney Star Wars fans have been anxious for an update on the upcoming Obi-Wan Kenobi series, which is set to premiere on Disney+ this summer. We know a bit about the cast for this TV series as well as when the story will take place within the Star Wars universe. And now we have a look INSIDE the show! Disney’s Obi-Wan Kenobi is going to debut on Disney+ starting May 25th, 2022. The story takes place several years after Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith, and you’ll get to see some incredible actors like Ewan McGregor as Obi-Wan and the return of Hayden Christensen as Darth Vader. ©Disney But we already knew all that! So what’s the big news? Disney just released an OFFICIAL TRAILER for this new series during the company’s annual shareholder meeting. For the curious — it offers a first look at the live-action Grand Inquisitor (as previously seen in the animated Star Wars series). It’s The Grand Inquisitor! ©Disney More than that, it’s our first REAL look at what the series will be about. Check out the full trailer here:  We can’t wait to watch Obi-Wan Kenobi when it arrives on Disney+ on May 25th. In the meantime, stay tuned with DFB for more updates on the latest Disney news! Click here to learn more about the cast of Obi-Wan Kenobi. 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 watch Obi-Wan Kenobi when it premieres on Disney+? Let us know in the comments. The post VIDEO: This Is Not A Drill! Disney's First 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Trailer Just Dropped! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s here, y’all! The moment we’ve all been waiting for. Magic Kingdom A lot has returned to the parks since Disney World reopened in 2020. We’ve celebrated the reopening of some of our favorite restaurants, enjoyed the return of ride pre-shows, and marked our calendars for the last Disney World hotel to finally open its doors at the end of this month. Now, a MAJOR entertainment offering is finally back in Disney World! Did you already guess the reason for our excitement? The Festival of Fantasy parade is BACK in Magic Kingdom! We’ve seen some parades return to Disney World during the holiday season, but now the regular daytime parade has finally returned. Festival of Fantasy is a fun and gorgeous display of several Disney movies and characters. The float has characters like Pinocchio riding a colorful whale… Look at that whale! …Donald Duck… DONALD …and Pluto on board! Hey, ol’ pal! Then, we see Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs! They’re having a great time Finally, Mickey and friends round out the parade with a giant hot air balloon! The end is coming up! We see Goofy… The Goof …Chip ‘n’ Dale… These costumes are amazing …Daisy… Daisy! …and Minnie! A moment for Minnie’s dress, please Then, Mickey is the final character in this spectacle! There’s the Big Cheese! If you’re hoping to catch the parade soon, you can watch it at 11:30AM and 2:30PM from March 9th through the 12th. After that, the parade will run every day at 12PM and 3PM. These times are subject to change, so keep an eye on the schedule in the My Disney Experience app. And keep following DFB for more of the latest news from Disney World! Learn more about another show that’s returning soon to 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. Which Festival of Fantasy parade float is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS & VIDEOS: Festival of Fantasy is BACK in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Even if you’ve never been on a Disney Cruise, chances are you’ve been hearing a lot about the Disney Wish. ©Disney The newest ship in Disney’s fleet will have some amazing NEW features, including Disney’s first attraction at sea, a Frozen dining experience, a Marvel dining experience, a Star Wars-themed lounge, and more! It will also have a brand new stage adaptation of The Little Mermaid — and Disney just released a first look at the show! Disney The Little Mermaid is an all-NEW take on the original 1989 film. Disney just shared the first concept art of the show, and let’s just say, we want to be part of that world! ©Disney The Broadway-style production is exclusive to the Disney Wish and will include iconic scenes from the movie, everyone’s favorite characters, and a cast of actors putting their own spin on the story. It “will feature innovative theatrical design, dazzling special effects, artistic choreography, and a reimagined script and score that will surprise and delight guests of all ages.” ©Disney Disney also promises a huge production with “Under The Sea” — puppetry will be used to bring the characters to life. There will also be “playful scenic designs” and “state-of-the-art video projections.” During “Kiss The Girl,” the audience will be “visually transported into the scene.” Disney also mentions that although Ariel can’t speak during this part of the story, her “inner voice will play an important and meaningful role in the song.” ©Disney We’ll continue to post updates about the Disney Wish, so stay tuned to DFB for more news! Here’s Everything You Need To Know About The Disney Wish What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Check Out Lots of Details About Disney Cruise Line’s Newest Ship -- the Disney Wish (Including More About the Star Wars Bar and First Attraction at Sea Coming to the Wish) See the Latest on Disney Cruise Line’s Mask Policy Learn About Disney Cruise Line’s COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Policies Check Out 10 Things That’ll Be Different About Your Next Disney Cruise See More About the Virtual Queues and Other Changes Made on Disney Cruises Check Out How Much It’ll Cost to Sail on Disney’s Newest Cruise Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Do you have plans to set sail on the Wish? Let us know in the comments! The post Sneak Peek at 'The Little Mermaid' Show Coming to the Disney Wish Cruise Ship first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Think the only place you can truly “eat and drink around the world” is at EPCOT? Well, you’re WRONG. Maybe you’re thinking — “oh, okay, I can eat some Indian and African-inspired dishes at Animal Kingdom or Animal Kingdom Lodge. That’s what you’re talking about right?” NOPE. Once again, WRONG! Disney Springs There’s actually a very underrated spot right in the heart of Disney World’s food and shopping mecca where you can taste some international eats without leaving your table. We’re talking a tequila tower and tapas for DAYS! Don’t know what we’re talking about? Lean in close, and get ready to learn some delicious secrets! You’ve probably walked past Paradiso 37 in Disney Springs multiple times and maybe you’ve never even stopped to see what this spot has to offer. We get it, as you’re racing toward Homecomin’ or Gideon’s Bakehouse, Paradiso 37 might fall to the backburner. But, should it? Or should you make a special date to check out this unique spot? We visited for dinner and now we’d like to take you along to share ALL of our thoughts! Atmosphere Located in the heart of Disney Springs, Paradiso 37 gets its name from the fact that they are a celebration of 37 countries from North, Central, and South America! As such, you’ll notice a blend of different types of decor throughout the restaurant, as well as a blend of menu offerings. From passport stamps on the walls to vintage travel posters, you’ll see this international travel theme carried out throughout the restaurant. Paradiso 37 They have a variety of food from Salsa and Queso to Brazilian Bread and Pulled Pork Sandwiches. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating, as well as an upper level of the restaurant for even more seating. You’ll generally find live music available here from 5PM until close — making it a bit more of a party spot as the sun goes down. Paradiso 37 Inside, you’ll notice bright and vibrant colors, as well as a lively, almost party-like atmosphere. They even feature a “tequila tower” stacked with 37 different varieties of tequila (each 100% agave)! Paradiso features an international rum bar too. Talk about some serious options for those who like to try different drinks! Paradiso 37 Now let’s take a look at the menu and see how it blends together those 37 countries! Menu During our visit, we were given a traditional paper menu in order to peruse our various drink and food options. Paradiso 37 Menu Everything is on one sheet of paper — flip the menu over and you’ll see what drinks are available. Paradiso 37 Menu You can also take a look at the Paradiso 37 menu online, on Disney’s website. Note that some of these prices and offerings may have changed since our original visit and may change in the future as well. Be sure to see what’s available and what things are priced at during your trip! When ordering, you can start off your evening with one of many appetizers, like their P37 Dipping Trio for $16 (which comes with guacamole, P37 salsa, and cheese queso) or their Big Smoke Poutine for $18 (poutine is everywhere it seems!). © Disney For something on the lighter side, there are several salads available, as well as flatbreads you can share with the table (or keep all to yourself, we won’t judge! ). © Disney Next, it’s time to choose your entree! Paradiso 37 offers a variety of options, including an All American Burger for $21, Baja Fish Tacos for $20, or Argentinian Skirt Steak for $38. There’s a dish here for everyone it seems — whether you want seafood, chicken, ribs, or a veggie-based item. © Disney Your entree can be accompanied by one of their Side dishes. There are some veggies, Brazilian cheese bread (OF COURSE!), and other options. Kids have their own special menu to order from as well, which includes crispy chicken tenders (a kiddo MUST). © Disney Of course, you can’t forget about Dessert! There are definitely some options on the tropical side, and are those churros we see?! There are also several Non-Alcoholic Drinks to choose from. © Disney For guests age 21 and over, there are plenty of Specialty Cocktails to try! © Disney From Captain Skittles to Sangria and everything in between, the drinks menu keeps going and going! © Disney If you prefer Wine… © Disney …or Beer, there are selections for that available, too. © Disney Alright, now that we explored the menu, let’s EAT (and drink)! Food We started the evening off with the Bahama Mama for $12. This cocktail is a mixture of P37 Premium Coconut Rum, Grenadine, and Orange and Pineapple Juice, and it is topped with a Dark Rum Floater. Bahama Mama It also comes with Orange and Lime slices as a garnish. This is one of the better mixed drinks we’ve had in a while! We thought that the orange and pineapple juices mixed really well with the rum and grenadine. Think of it as a Piña Colada with a Florida/tropical twist! Bahama Mama The drink was light and fresh. One of those that makes you go “ahhhhh” after you take a sip! Our reporter who tried this noted that while they aren’t a huge drinker, they seriously enjoyed this drink! But be warned: even though you don’t really taste the alcohol, it was a rather strong drink, so you’ll want to pace yourself. Bahama Mama For our appetizer, we chose the P37 Dipping Trio for $16, which includes Guacamole, the P37 Salsa, and the Cheese Queso. We couldn’t decide on what dip to get, so why not get all 3?! It also comes with two small bags of Tortilla Chips to use for dipping, but we all know the drill — the chips are merely a vessel for the dip to enter our mouths. C’mon, we ALL know this to be true! P37 Dip Trio We’ll start with the guacamole, which was LOVELY! It had some nice Pico de Gallo on top, which we enjoyed. But if you’re not a Pico fan, consider asking for that on the side. We picked up on a good tang from the lime, which added a nice brightness. The guac seemed to be decently mixed with no unusually large chunks of avocado (a GIANT piece of avocado can be a bit of a buzz kill if you prefer your guac to be smoother). Next, we have the queso. Ahhhhhh, melted cheese! How we love thee wonderful melted goddess.The queso here tasted just like a typical queso with a nice smokey feel, and it was suuuuuper creamy! P37 Dip Trio The salsa, on the other hand, was a bit odd to us when we tried it. Since it’s their house salsa, there was a unique flavor added in that we couldn’t quite pinpoint. It also had a bit of an aftertaste that we can only really describe as an unripe tomato picked straight from the garden, but…not in a good way. Remember that you can also order each of these dips individually, so if you’re thinking that the salsa won’t be for you, you can just skip that altogether and focus on the queso and guac instead. P37 Dip Trio Next up, we ordered the Honolulu Pulled Pork Sandwich ($18) as our entree, and we paired it with the Pao de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread) for $9 and Truffle Fries for $6. Note that some of the entrees specify that they come with a choice of side, while others do not. So you’ll want to keep that in mind and see where you might need to BUY a side in addition to your entree. Dinner time! The Pork Sandwich itself is made with Slow-roasted Pulled Pork, Grilled Pineapple, Coleslaw, and a Whiskey BBQ Sauce. It was, in a word, delish! The pineapple was super juicy with only a slight tartness, so it wasn’t overpowering at all. The pulled pork itself was cooked well (not dry or overly chewy or anything like that) and it had a really nice smokiness to it. Honolulu Pulled Pork Sandwich The coleslaw added a much-needed crunch to the sandwich, and it was very fresh and not too “mayonnaise-y.” This seems like the kind of sandwich that could get super wet and moist (yes, we used the word) really fast, but that wasn’t the case here at all! Maybe that’s because we ate ours so fast. After all, it was delicious or maybe it’s due to good sandwich structure — regardless, we’ll count that as a win! Honolulu Pulled Pork Sandwich Next, we have our Brazilian Cheese Bread. You may recognize Pao de Queijo from having tried it at EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival. In the past, it has been one of our favorites from the Brazil Booth and it is typically a very popular item with other guests as well. So we were excited to give this dish a try at Paradiso 37. You can’t order the Pao de Queijo year-round at EPCOT…but you can get it here! Pao de Queijo Unfortunately, we won’t exactly be shouting about these from the rooftops. Our little pieces of Brazilian Cheese Bread came out at room temperature, which wasn’t as good as having them nice and warm. They were also a bit smaller than EPCOT’s version, and they felt much harder in terms of texture, which wasn’t great. They did have that sharp cheddar cheese flavor (which was nice), but compared to what we know and love from EPCOT, these ones almost felt stale in comparison. Pao de Queijo The Truffle Fries, on the other hand, were a total HIT for us! The French Fries themselves had that perfect squishy-to-crunchy ratio, so just by themselves, they would have been a pleasant side dish. But when you add the Truffle Seasoning with the Parmesan on top of the fries, you get an awesome cheesy kick with each bite. Truly, these were stellar! Truffle Fries Our tummies were full from all of our dishes, so we skipped dessert on this trip and ended our meal with those tasty fries. Truffle and parmesan counts as dessert right?! Overall, there were clearly some hits as well as a couple of misses with our meal. So, should you stop by Paradiso 37 the next time you’re in Disney Springs? Here are our thoughts. Nosh or Not? Party on over to Paradiso 37 if… You’re looking for a table service restaurant in Disney Springs that won’t break the bank. Don’t get us wrong — the prices here aren’t all quick service restaurant-cheap, but they aren’t quite as bad as some other table service spots. A pulled pork sandwich for $18 isn’t terrible. But note that there are some much more expensive items, like the Patagonian Seared Salmon for $33. Still, it’s cheaper than a meal at, say, Be Our Guest Restaurant or Cinderella’s Royal Table. You’re traveling with a larger group of people with a variety of appetites and preferences. The menu here is pretty diverse. Chips and dips, flatbreads, salads, tacos, burgers, seafood, sandwiches, steak — this spot has it ALL. If you’re looking for a spot that’ll satisfy a bunch of different food wants, this could be a good pick. You want to pull up to a bar to enjoy some great cocktails in a fun environment. There are quite a few drinks here, especially in because of the various types of tequilas and rums available. So if you’re looking for some fun drinks, this could be a good pick. Just note that some are fairly standard drinks — they’re not ridiculously unique drinks that’ll make your tongue go numb (like the special drink at Oga’s Cantina) and they’re not drinks made with astronaut ice cream like the ones you’ll find at Space 220. Skip Paradiso 37 and find your paradise elsewhere if… You want something a little more quiet and romantic. The atmosphere here is pretty lively and more party-like. If that’s your style, then you’ll enjoy it. But if you’re looking for a more fancy spot, consider some other locations. You’re visiting on a more busy night. We happened to visit on a busy evening and the staff, while lovely, seemed a bit overwhelmed. There were some points where we didn’t see our server for long stretches of time. So perhaps consider visiting during an emptier time for lunch or dinner. You’re dining with little kids. While there is a kids menu with some standard options, the kids we saw here looked a tiny bit bored. There aren’t any Disney characters, giant dinosaurs, huge aquariums, or anything fun like that to look at. And with a more heavy emphasis on cocktails, the atmosphere felt like it catered a bit more to adults. Overall Some of the table service restaurants in Disney Springs TRULY knock it out of the park each and every time, and are among the best of the best that Disney World has to offer — we’re looking at you, Wine Bar George and Morimoto Asia. So there’s some steep competition when it comes to where you should book that Advance Dining Reservation on your Disney Springs day. Paradiso 37 Does Paradiso 37 offer the kind of ultimate and BEST dining experience in Disney World to the point where you should drop everything to go and experience? Not necessarily. But if you’re looking for a fun, lively atmosphere on your night off from the parks and you want to enjoy a couple of cocktails with your friends and some tasty food options, this is a pretty good pick! This pretty much lines up with some of our previous experiences at this spot — REALLY tasty drinks and some solid food choices, though not necessarily a ton of things that have blown our minds. On this trip, we really liked the queso and the guac, our pulled pork sandwich was delish, those truffle fries were wonderful, and our drink was great. But the cheese bites fell flat for us and the salsa wasn’t a fav. We have liked some of the other options here in the past. For example, their Crazy Corn is pretty EPIC, so that might be a great option if you want something seriously cheesy and tasty! It’s seriously one of our FAVORITE things in Disney World, like ever. But some of entrees in the past haven’t been all that great. Super Stretchy Cheese on the Crazy Corn | 2017 Our overall feel from the past has been to go to Paradiso 37 for the appetizers/tapas and the drinks, rather than the entrees. We did really like our Pulled Pork Sandwich this time though, so that advice won’t always apply. But we do think their appetizers and drinks are (typically) more of the stars of the show. What do you think? Would you make a stop here to try some of those appetizers and drinks? We’ll be back with even more reviews of the restaurants and dining locations around the Disney World parks and resorts, as well as Disney Springs — be sure to follow along ahead of your upcoming vacation so you know where to plan your meals! Want more options for places to grab a drink and escape the “Disney-ness” of Disney World? 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. Have you dined at Paradiso 37? Share your experience in the comments! The post Review: A Menu That Represents 37 (!!!) Countries Can Be Found in Disney World 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. Okay, so we admit it, we love to see all the new Disney merchandise that drops every day on shopDisney. ALL the merchandise! But what we love even more is scoring discounts and deals on that merchandise. So if there’s some fun Disney gear you’ve been eyeing, we’ve got a savings heads up for you! You can now get FREE Shipping on EVERYTHING (yes, EVERY single thing) on shopDisney. So if you’ve got a kid who’s obsessed with Encanto (and who can blame them?), you can grab the Mirabel Costume for Kids and get it shipped to your home for FREE. ©Disney The dress features gorgeous scalloped edges and beautiful embroidery — grab it now for $49.99. Click Here To Buy The Mirabel Costume for Kids Speaking of things we’re obsessed with, we’ve been in love with the Walt Disney World Map Crocs since we first saw them at Disney World. They’re comfy shoes — with old park maps on them! What’s not to love? ©Disney You can grab those Crocs now for $59.99 and get free shipping! Click Here To Buy The Walt Disney World Map Crocs The black and gold Starbucks collection is UBER-popular, but you can still grab the black and gold Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Starbucks Mug online! ©Disney Grab the mug for $29.99 and get it shipped free! Can’t you just imagine sipping your morning cup of coffee in style? Click Here To Buy The Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Starbucks Mug If you’re collecting the Stitch Crashes Disney plushes, you’ve still got a chance to grab up the Stitch Crashes The Jungle Book Plush. The plush is covered in a cute tropical pattern and Stitch has a banana on his head! Banana Stitch Get the plush for $29.99 and get the shipping for free. Click Here To Buy The Stitch Crashes The Jungle Book Plush Here’s the thing, though — to score free shipping, you’ll have to do all your shopping TODAY because this sale ends tonight! Just enter code FREESHIP when checking out, and you’ll get free shipping! We’ll be sure to tell you about any other deals we come across, so stay tuned! Click Here To See More Photos of The Stitch Crashes The Jungle Book Collection Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be taking advantage of free shipping today? What are you getting? Let us know in the comments! The post 🚨ALERT! Get FREE Shipping On Disney Merchandise NOW! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World might seem like a picture-perfect escape from reality on the outside – what with all the shiny castle advertisements and upcoming ride releases (I mean, those sell the DFB team on the daily, for sure) – but don’t be fooled by all the glitter and pixie dust. Dumbo Disney World might be one of the most Magical Places on Earth, but there are parts about it that we believe should be downright BANNED for LIFE. Check out our video below These Should Be Banned in Disney World! 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 something that should be BANNED at Disney World. The post DFB Video: These Should Be Banned in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s springtime in Disney World and we’re loving all the new treats that have come along with the season! Grapefruit Tart at The Citrus Blossom Okay, maybe it’s not officially spring, but the weather has warmed up down here and it’s March, so we’re going with it. We’ve seen some fun Encanto treats for Women’s History Month, a special poutine for St. Patrick’s Day, and, of course, ALL of the fun food at EPCOT’s Flower and Garden Festival! Today, we found a returning spring treat that MIGHT be too cute to eat (but we’re still going to eat it, duh). Bunny Butt Rice Krispie Treats are BACK in Disney World! Cuteness overload! We found these little guys over in Zuri’s Sweets Shop in Animal Kingdom, but we’re sure they’ll be multiplying and popping up all over Disney World soon. They’re BACK We saw these bunny behinds last year, and the year before that, so we’re happy that they’ve returned and become a spring snack staple! Flip it around to see the bunny butt! This is a classic Mickey Rice Krispie Treat but with a white chocolate coating and a marshmallow tail! The tail is also coated in white chocolate and sprinkles, as you can see. And, there are some little dots of pink for the bunny’s paws! Perfect for Easter! If you like white chocolate (and how sweet it is) then you’ll likely enjoy this treat! It adds even more sweetness to the already sweet Rice Krispie Treat. Don’t mind us having a photo shoot with our bunny butt If white chocolate isn’t for you though, we would advise you to avoid this — the white chocolate flavor is very dominant here! It’s very, VERY sweet, so if you have a major sweet tooth, this is a great option. But, it’s not for people who like a little more balance when it comes to their desserts. A very Instagram-worth dessert, if you ask us! But, even if you don’t love how sweet this treat is, we wouldn’t blame you if you just bought this to snap some fun pics, because it’s just so dang ADORABLE. A look inside! You can get it for $5.49 at Zuri’s, but we’re sure to see it appear in other confectioneries around the parks and hotels. So, we’ll keep you updated on where we find it! Stay tuned to DFB for more. Click here to see a fun new dessert in Disney Springs! 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 grabbing one of these the next time you’re in Animal Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: Bunny Butts Are Taking Over Disney World🐰 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Carnival Cruise Line has been throwing itself a series of parties by getting its many ships together at sea. The biggest vessel mashup occurred Monday off the coast of Cozumel when seven from its fleet sailed alongside one another including its newest ship Mardi Gras. View the full article

You’ve been planning this Disney World trip for MONTHS. It definitely wasn’t a cheap vacation, and you want to make the most of every minute. But now someone in your group is feeling sick! Is your only option to wait in an Urgent Care room for hours? First Aid Station No one likes to get sick while they’re on vacation, and it can be a pain in more ways than one. But now there’s a NEW solution if you or someone in your group is feeling ill during your Disney or Universal trip! The recently launched Doctor2me program is a house call service that brings a doctor directly to you. It makes medical treatment much faster and easier to handle than an hours-long wait at the ER or Urgent Care center. And now it’s available at Disneyland, Disney World, and Universal Studios Hollywood hotels! ©Doctor2me Doctor2me can bring a physician to your Disneyland, Disney World, or Universal Hollywood hotel room, and they’re also able to visit most of the surrounding hotels that aren’t owned by these parks. Specific kinds of doctors — such as pediatricians, OB/GYNs, orthopedists, neurologists, and other specialists — are available in addition to normal physicians. Doctor2me can come straight to your hotel. Some of the illnesses that can be diagnosed and treated with this program include COVID, bronchitis, the flu, asthma, ear infections, fever, food poisoning, and more. Injuries like sprains, cuts, back pain, and more can also be treated through Doctor2me appointments. ©Doctor2me If you find yourself or others in your group in need of medical treatment while you’re staying at one of these hotels, you can head to the Doctor2me website to request a visit. Appointments are available 24/7. Once you’re on the site, click on the “Get Care” button. ©Doctor2me From there, you’ll input your location… ©Doctor2me …and provide additional information about the patient and symptoms. ©Doctor2me The doctor will come directly to your hotel room, which takes away some of the stress of finding an urgent care center in an unfamiliar area. Some follow-up services (like x-rays, blood work, prescriptions, and more) are available too and can be sent after the initial appointment. Telehealth visits are also available in California if you don’t want the doctor to come in person. The Disneyland Hotel The cost will of course depend on the treatment required, but an example of the price for a visit is $150 for a TeleHealth call or $175 for an in-person appointment. Many insurance plans cover these visits, but check with your provider for more details about the cost. ©Doctor2me Doctor2me could be a great tool if you need medical treatment during your upcoming vacation. Remember that there are also First Aid stations in the parks if you need treatment immediately while you’re there, and you should call 911 in the case of a medical emergency. Look out for these locations in the parks! Keep following DFB for more of the latest Disney news. Learn about another healthcare option if you get sick while you’re in Disney World. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you visiting the Disney parks soon? Let us know in the comments! The post A New Service Can Bring a Doctor Straight to Your Disney World Hotel Room first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article