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It’s not often that a sequel is better than the original film…but Disney has succeeded several times! ©Disney Many people argue, for example, that Frozen II is better than the original, but…what do our readers think? We asked DFB readers to vote on 10 different Disney sequels, and one came out as the clear winner. Find out the ultimate Disney sequel here! We reached out to our readers on Instagram and Facebook (give us a follow on either platform if you want to share your thoughts in the future!) and over 40,000 readers voted for their favorite Disney sequel. Do you agree with this list? 5. Kronk’s New Groove vs An Extremely Goofy Movie When it comes to these sequels, 11,000 readers were SURE that An Extremely Goofy Movie, the sequel to A Goofy Movie, is superior to The Emperor’s New Groove sequel, Kronk’s New Groove. Which sequel wins? These sequels were direct-to-video movies, but they’ve both had followings due to the popularity of characters like Kronk, the henchman of Yzma in The Emperor’s New Groove, as well as Goofy and his son Max. Still, it looks like Goofy and Max take the win! Did you know you can meet Goofy and Max in Disney World? 4. Lion King II: Simba’s Pride vs The Return of Jafar Both Disney classic films Aladdin and The Lion King received sequels, and 13,000 readers voted for The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride over The Return of Jafar. Both of these sequels were released direct-to-video, and interestingly The Return of Jafar still remains one of the best-selling movies on home video ever. The lions win! Lion King II introduced the characters of Kiara, daughter of Simba and Nala, and Kovu, her Romeo and Juliet-type love interest, while The Return of Jafar tells the story of, well, Jafar returning from exile. Although The Return of Jafar was very successful, our readers can get enough of the bad boy lion Kovu! You’ve been warned…here are 10 major plot holes in Disney movies! 3. Frozen II vs The Incredibles 2 13,000 readers voted for Frozen 2 over The Incredibles 2, though technically The Incredibles 2 received much better reviews than Frozen 2! Still, many readers argue that the music and the story of Frozen 2 are WAY better than Frozen. Who doesn’t love singing, “Into the unknowwwwwwwwn!” Frozen 2 wins! Of course, this doesn’t mean that The Incredibles 2 isn’t also, well, an incredible sequel. And both movies have girl power superhero vibes, with Elsa striking out on her own to learn the truth about her powers in Frozen II, and The Incredibles 2 sees Elastigirl step back into her superhero role. Did you know you can meet Anna and Elsa in their Frozen II costumes in Disney World! 2. Ralph Breaks the Internet vs Finding Dory In a head-to-head battle between Ralph Breaks the Internet, sequel to Wreck-In Ralph, and Finding Dory, the Dory-centric sequel to Finding Nemo, almost 14,000 readers voted for Finding Dory! While Ralph Breaks the Internet dives into Ralph and Vanellope’s complicated friendship, Finding Dory is the touching story of Dory trying to find her parents. Dory! You won! On Rotten Tomatoes, Ralph is scored at 88%, whereas Finding Dory is scored at 94%, so it seems like even the critics agree with you. You might, however, agree with some of our readers that these are two well-done sequels! Check out the REAL LIFE inspirations for 14 Disney animated film settings! 1. Toy Story 2 vs Monsters University And the ultimate winner of Disney sequels, with over 14,000 votes, is…Toy Story 2! When put head to head with Monsters University, the Toy Story sequel is the crowned leader of Disney sequels. Widely considered one of the best sequels of all time, Toy Story 2 has a score of 100% on Rotten Tomatoes. And the ultimate winner is… Monsters University tells the origin story of Monsters, Inc. friends Mike and Sulley, while Toy Story 2 introduced fan-favorite Toy Story characters like Jessie, Bullseye the horse, and even Tour Guide Barbie! Why you’ll NEVER see these movies on Disney+! So what do you think — do you agree that Toy Story 2 is the BEST Disney sequel of all time? Keep reading DFB for more Disney news! 6 movie sequels that we wish Disney would make! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which Disney sequel is YOUR favorite? Tell us in the comments! The post This Is the BEST Disney Sequel of ALL TIME, According to Our Readers! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Close your eyes and think about the smell of Main Street Confectionery at Disney World… Seasonal Apples We bet the memory of that smell comes so easily, too! Part of that smell is from those iconic Disney candy apples that can be made to celebrate holidays, resemble villains, and even look like Mickey! You might have even stopped and watched the Disney candy makers create these wonderful concoctions! But even if you’ve never seen a Disney candy maker work that magic, here’s how those Disney Cast Members work that magic on the Apple Pie Candy Apple — and it all starts with dipping the apple in some gooey caramel. YUM. ©Disney Then it gets a pair of Marshmallow Mickey Ears. Mickey’s ears are marshmallows Then the apple gets another dip in White Chocolate — the excess is shaken off. ©Disney The bottom takes a roll in Graham Cracker Crumbs. ©Disney The top gets sprinkled with Cinnamon Sugar and VOILA! You have a Disney Apple Pie Candy Apple. ©Disney Watch the full video of the apple’s making here: We’ll let you know about other fun Disney food videos, so stay tuned for more! Here’s The Plant-Based Meal EVERYONE Can Enjoy in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite Disney candy apple flavor? Let us know in the comments! The post VIDEO: See How Disney Makes One Of Its Most Popular Candy Apples first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World sees millions and millions of visitors every single year! Magic Kingdom A good chunk of those guests make their way to Disney World by way of the Orlando International Airport (MCO) — it was ranked one of the top ten busiest airports in the US! We’re looking forward to the addition of a train that can take guests directly from the airport to Disney, and we’ve seen updates like new bus transportation, too! But today we’re bringing you an update about another form of transportation — airplanes! Start booking your hotels now! According to a post on the Orlando International Airport’s Twitter, a new airline will be making its way to MCO on September 30th, 2022! ©PLAY PLAY, the new airline, will fly direct from Reykjavík, Iceland, and Orlando marks PLAY’s fourth US destination! Boston, Baltimore/Washington D.C., and New York will also be destinations for the airline. Orlando International Airport Part of the reason this is now possible is due to the addition of Airbus A321neo Long Range aircraft to the fleet. These planes have more fuel capacity, thus making the flight to Orlando possible! Check out the post from Orlando International Airport below. We’re always looking out for the latest news that could impact your next Disney vacation, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more! Click Here to See How Crowded the Disney Parks Have Been Lately! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever flown into or out of Orlando International Airport? Let us know in the comments! The post PLAY Airline Will Begin Flying to Orlando International Airport in September first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World NEVER sleeps! Think you’ve seen it all? Think again! Between all the new merchandise, treats, and little theme park additions, there’s always something new. Let’s visit the Magic Kingdom! We visit Disney World pretty much EVERY single day, so we figured we’d share a little update on what’s new! Let’s take a look at what we found in the Magic Kingdom this week! Magic Kingdom Food Updates Gaston’s Tavern Okay, so neither the Gaston’s Tavern Cinnamon Roll nor LeFou’s Brew are new, but it’s always good to do a little quality check every once in a while, right? The cinnamon roll sometimes ends up a little dry on the inside (which is what happened during our most recent tasting), but the colossal size and sweet cinnamon flavor make up for this treat’s faults. (DFB Hack: Ask for extra icing! It makes the cinnamon roll MUCH better!!) A little Q.C….for science As for LeFou’s Brew, we still love it! It’s a great apple-flavored drink that isn’t too sugary or heavy. You can get the cinnamon roll for $6.79 and LeFou’s Brew for $6.29. (side note: do you think Gaston shares any of the profits for LeFou’s Brew with LeFou? It is his name, after all…) Main Street Confectionery The Main Street Confectionery has some new hot chocolate tins! These are both cute and delicious, though they probably were meant to be released for the holidays! These feel like they belong with the holiday merchandise! You can grab each one for $13.99. Big Top Treats Disney’s Mickey-shaped souvenir cups are back! We’re happy to see these back! For $10.99, you can pick a slushy flavor of your choice and keep the cup! Level Up Your Slushy Game Again — This Souvenir is BACK in Disney World! Magic Kingdom Construction Updates Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Disney’s Big Thunder Mountain Railroad attraction closed for a short refurbishment on February 14th but quickly reopened again on February 18th! As you can see, the crowds took no time to make their way back to the wildest ride in the wilderness. Look like everyone was itching for this ride to open! Every once in a while, Disney will temporarily close an attraction for a little routine refurbishment. Over in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Expedition Everest is in the middle of a lengthy closure while Imagineers give the attraction a little extra attention. Click here to see the Big Thunder Mountain reopening! TRON Update Another day, another TRON Lightcycle Run check-in! TRON update! This time, it looks like the canopy is making some great progress! 50th Anniversary Character Statues It looks like Disney is installing some speakers near its 50th Anniversary gold character statues! There are some speakers up there! We know that Disney is planning on unveiling a new interactive element with these statues, so we’ll have to wait and see what happens! Where To Find ALL of the 50th Anniversary Statues at Disney World Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates The Emporium Over in the Emporium, we found several new items! We don’t know about you, but we LOVE candles! This new Pooh Hunny Candle smells like (you guessed it) honey! It smells like honey! Speaking of candles, this new Poison Apple candle is perfect for our villain fans! This one smells like a spiced apple! Both new candles are $34.99, which is a little steep for a candle, but they’re so fun! Disney World is FINALLY Selling Themed Scented Candles — And We NEED Them New Minnie ears alert! Disney just released these new Floral Minnie ears with a hydrangea flower crown. They’re super spring-y, don’t you think? New Floral Minnie Ears You can grab the new ears for $29.99. We’ve already seen a TON of guests rocking these new ears; they seem to be pretty popular! The New Minnie Ears in Disney World Give Us DIY Vibes Hot take: Meet the Robinsons is SUPER underrated! You can grab this limited edition MagicBand for $39.99. There are only 1,000! Drink a cup of coffee every morning? Check out this new Mickey mug for $14.99. Love this! A person can never have too many baseball hats! You can buy Disney’s new Mickey and pals baseball hat for $29.99. It’s got all our favorite characters! We spotted two new MagicBands in the Emporium! First, there’s this cute Nemo MagicBand… “In the biiiig blue worldddd” …and there’s also a new Winnie the pooh MagicBand. Oh, bother! Both are $29.99. Frontier Trading Post For our pin traders, we thought we’d share some updates! As part of the new collection, this Disney Arcade pin is now available for $29.99. Do you collect the Disney Arcade pins? There’s a new Tiana Tea Pin added to Disney’s Tea Collection! This thing sold out pretty quickly, but we’ll look out for restocks. This sold out FAST! For $19.99, you can grab this new Hercules pin set! It’s a mystery pin box! Celebrate the 50th Anniversary with Disney’s new Cinderella-themed pin for $39.99. This one is pretty expensive, but it’s also larger than some other Disney pins. How magical! How stinkin’ cute is this new Winnie the Pooh Balloon pin for $20? Adorable! Frontier Trading Post also had a new Mickey Patch with cute little daisies! You could stick this on a pair of jeans! Now, let’s go check in on the spooks at Mememto Mori! Memento Mori We never thought we’d say this, but we found some cute (???) new Haunted Mansion merchandise. Memento Mori is selling this “There’s Always Room For One More“ Precious Moments figurine. Complete with a hitchhiking ghost! If you collect Precious Moments figures (or consider yourself a serious Haunted Mansion fan), you can buy this for $80. Uptown Jewelers Pandora has some new items! We found these castle earrings for $70 and this matching necklace for $150. New necklace and earrings! The newest Stoney Clover collection is full of character! If you’re interested in a new bag, you can pick one up at Uptown Jewelers. New tote bag! The prices range depending on the item, but if you aren’t planning on visiting the parks anytime soon, you can check out the full collection online! Don’t Wait! Stoney Clover Lane’s NEW Disney Collection Just Dropped in Another Spot Online Speaking of new accessories, the Steamboat Willie Dooney & Bourke collection debuted in the Magic Kingdom! The collection is also available in the other Disney parks! The collection includes a new tote bag, crossbody bag, and backpack! Click here to check out the full collection! There’s a new Disney Stuller collection. The items range in price, but as you can see it’s VERY expensive! New collection! Want to look both epic and refined (who knew it was possible to be both?!)? Check out the new Captain America watch set! How cool is this?! This set is $400. Bonjour! Village Gifts There’s a new D23 case at Bonjour! Village Gifts. For all our D23 members, this is for you! The case had pins and a box of goodies! Bonjour! Village gifts has so much unique art for sale — take a look next time you’re in Fantasyland! Crystal Arts Crystal Arts has a collection of 50th Anniversary jewelry! The new necklaces are $49… So pretty! …and the earrings are $39. There are new earrings, too! This collection is super sparkly, just like the 50th Anniversary! Tomorrowland Light & Power We found a new Boba Fett Starship toy for $14.99. We can already imagine the missions this thing could take! Who wants to play? There’s also a new Boba Fett Magnet for $14.99. New magnet Disney’s been releasing TONS of Star Wars merchandise lately! Star Traders Over in Star Traders, we found this new lavender Mickey shirt for $36.99! This one is super cool! There was also a new pair of green Mickey joggers for $49.99. These are BRIGHT! You might need some sunglasses just to look at these! Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe Say hello to the (late) arrival of the quilted Mickey Santa hat for $29.99. It’s never too early to prepare, we guess. Is very this early or very late? While we’re on the subject of late arrivals, this large holiday serving bowl is $29.99! It’s not Christmas anymore! This holiday collection also features a set of four plates for $14.99 each. There’s a goofy plate… Gwarsh! …Minnie… Hey, Minnie! …Donald… Cute! …and Mickey! We love this set! Finally, we found a holiday mug for $19.99. Perfect for hot cocoa! For our newlyweds, check out these Minnie and Mickey wedding ornaments for $24.99 each. These are great souvenirs for people on their honeymoon! We hope you enjoyed our little visit to the Magic Kingdom! Be sure to stay tuned for all the latest Disney news. Sneak Peek at the FIVE Merchandise Collections Coming to the 2022 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival 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 planning a trip to Disney World this month? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New Magic Kingdom: Disney-Themed Candles, Minnie Ears, and MORE! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Have you ever wanted to run a marathon through a Disney World park? 2022 Walt Disney World Marathon There are four runDisney events each year, ranging from fun runs to 5Ks to marathons. Disney just announced the registration dates and prices for the 2022 Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend, and today we spotted even more important dates you might need to know if you’re planning a Disney run. Disney has released registration and marathon dates for runDisney events through April 2022! Let’s check out the details. ©runDisney The 2022 runDisney Virtual Series will take place June through August 2022, and general registration begins April 5th, 2022. Disney runners If you’ve been waiting for the 2023 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend taking place January 4th through 8th, 2023, here are the registration dates you need to know: Club runDisney registration begins April 12th, 2022, general registration begins April 19th, 2022, and registration for the virtual event will begin on April 22nd, 2022. You can do it! Calling all princesses! This one is for you. the 2023 Disney Princess Half Marathon is scheduled for February 23rd through 26th, 2023. Club runDisney registration begins June 14th, 2022, general registration begins June 21st, 2022, and registration for the virtual event will begin on June 24th, 2022. We love a Disney marathon! And last, but certainly not in last place — here are the important dates you need to know for the 2023 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend, which runs from April 13th to 16th, 2023. Club runDisney registration begins August 16th, 2022, general registration begins August 23rd, 2022, and registration for the virtual event will begin on August 26th, 2022. runDisney marathon crowds If you’ve been wanting to run a Disney race, mark your calendars for the registration date — spots can fill up quickly! And as always, stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates! Check Out All the runDisney Races and Events Scheduled for This Year! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever raced in a Disney marathon? Let us know in the comments! The post Registration Dates Revealed for 2023 runDisney Events! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Did you know that it’s a nearly 1-mile walk from the Disneyland parking garages to the park entrances? Parking garage in Disneyland At the end of a long day in the parks, that walk is not exactly fun, but parking trams had yet to return to Disneyland Park after reopening. Disney recently announced a reopening timeline for parking trams, and the day is finally here! Rest your tired feet, and check out the return of Disneyland trams here! Since Disneyland reopened, if you parked at either the Mickey & Friends or Pixar Pals parking garages, your only option was to walk from the garages to the entrances of Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure. Now you once again have the option to take a parking tram! Trams have returned to Disneyland You can board the parking trams in the Mickey and Friends parking lot, and they transport you to just outside the Disneyland Esplanade, where it’s a short walk to the entrances of Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure. No more walking! The Toy Story parking lot is another option for parking, but there you receive bus service from the lot to the park entrances. We’re excited for parking trams to return to Disneyland! Keep reading DFB for more Disney news! DON’T go to Disneyland if you have no self-control around new Minnie Ears! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! Check Out Important Details about the 2022 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Face Mask Policy Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Are you excited for parking trams to return to Disneyland? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Trams Are BACK at Disneyland Resort! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You never know what you might find at EPCOT! Spaceship Earth Over the last few days, EPCOT has been transforming from the Festival of the Arts to the upcoming Flower & Garden Festival, and a lot is changing. Check it out here! Let’s jump right into some food updates! EPCOT Food Updates We noticed less Karamell-Kuche popcorn in the Germany pavilion, and it turned out that the popcorn machine was receiving some maintenance work. As a result, the machine was only popping one batch at a time when it should have been popping two batches, according to a Cast Member. Karamel Kuche Popcorn not working In honor of National Margarita Day, La Cave del Tequila released a special, limited time (one day only!) margarita, called the Rosemary Margarita for $12. It was made with Ambhar Tequila Blanco, rosemary agave, orange liqueur, ginger cordial, and fresh lime juice. Rosemary Margarita! Let’s get to construction! EPCOT Construction Updates In the Japan pavilion, there was lots of new pavement construction. Ropes prevented guests from stepping on the new pavement. New pavement Journey Into Imagination with Figment had a broken stand-by line tracker. You’d have to check the My Disney Experience app for the wait time. Display not working The Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Nova Corps Starblaster is still being installed! We couldn’t help but notice all the details on this piece. So many details! And near the Cosmic Rewind building, there was a new reader board installed. This board will help you check on wait times. New Reader Board And preparations for the 2022 Flower & Garden Festival are well on the way, with new construction areas… Flower & Garden Prep …new topiaries… Mickey and Minnie! …and new booths popping up around EPCOT. 2022 Booth We’ll be watching for more changes as the opening date for the Flower & Garden Festival approaches next week! Check out all the Flower & Garden Festival Booths we’ve seen so far! EPCOT Merchandise Updates Pin Traders Pin Traders had a few new pins, including this 2022 Mardi Gras Pin… 2022 Mardi Gras Pin …a Sunflower Pocahontas Pin… Pocahontas Sunflower Pin …and a Rose Belle Pin. Belle Rose Pin There was also a 2022 Spring Break Stitch Pin… Spring Break Stitch Pin …and new Winnie the Pooh and Droid Depot Pins. Pooh and Droid Depot Pins It’s time to head to Creations Shop. Creations Shop Creations Shop had a new EPCOT Hat for $29.99… New EPCOT Hat …and a Peter Pan Mug for $14.99. One side of the mug features Peter, Wendy, Tinker Bell, and more… Peter Pan Mug …while the other side says, “second star to the right and straight on till morning.” Other side of the mug There was also a new Have a Magical Day Tumbler for $24.99… Magical Day Tumbler …and a new Mickey Hat Keychain for $14.99. New keychain There was a new Dumbo Mug for $19.99, with one side featuring Dumbo… Dumbo mug …and the other side features other Dumbo characters too. The other side! We love a good Disney mug! Check out even MORE new mugs we’ve found in Disney World! And a new Dooney & Bourke collection was released! Items in this collection include the Steamboat Mickey Dooney & Bourke Backpack for $268… We’re suckers for a fun backpack. …a Steamboat Mickey Dooney & Bourke Crossbody Bag for $248… Crossbody …and a Steamboat Mickey Dooney & Bourke Tote Bag for $298. Tote Bag You can find these bags for sale online too! Click here to learn where to buy the Dooney & Bourke Steamboat Willie collection! Port of Entry Port of Entry had a new Vault Collection Hoodie for $69.99… Vault Hoodie …with matching Vault Collection Sweatpants for $49.99. Vault Sweatpants There was also a new Vault Collection Cardigan for $69.99, if you want to look REALLY dapper. Vault Cardigan And we can’t forget the new Vault Collection Jean Vest for $69.99! Vault Vest It’s time to head to Art of Disney. Art of Disney Art of Disney had the new Mulan Designer Doll Collection for $129.99. Mulan The Mickey and Minnie Valentine’s Day Dolls were also there! They cost $199.99. Valentine’s Day Dolls And there was this colorful Tiki Bird Figurine for $140. Tiki Bird Figurine Which of these items would you put in your house? Disney Traders Disney Traders was all about Encanto! This Maribel Plush Doll was $22.99… Maribel …or you can get this cute Maribel Funko Pop Figure for $15.25. Maribel Funko Pop Sidekicks were not left out either! Parce the Jaguar Plush was $24.99… Plush Jaguar …and Chispi the Capybara Plush was $22.99. Chispi Plush We don’t know how we’d pick just one. United Kingdom Pavilion In the UK pavilion, there was a new Mickey Phone Booth Ornament for $24.99. Ornament Shall we move over to Canada? Canada Pavilion In Canada, we found lots of new maple goodies! This Maple Syrup was $14.99 for the plastic bottle, or a glass bottle for $24.99. Maple Syrup There were new Bear Car Coasters for $9.99 too. Car Coasters And what about this sweet new Maple Leaf Lollipop for $3.45! Maple Leaf Lollipop There was also new Maple Sugar for $5.95. Maple Sugar And we found new packaged Maple Popcorn for $6.95! Maple Popcorn We’re off to our last store — in Japan! Japan Pavilion In Mitsukoshi, these new Studio Ghibli Chopsticks are $7.95 per set. Studio Ghibli Chopsticks There was a funny “Donald” Duck Keychain for $11.50. Donald And say hello to this Hello Kitty Cup of Noodles Funko Pop! Hello Kitty Cup of Noodles Funko Pop We have one last stop now — to Anna and Elsa! EPCOT Various Updates Elsa and Anna were meeting guests in Royal Sommerhus again in the Norway pavilion! You can have a chat with Queen Anna and Elsa… Anna at Royal Sommerhaus …and take socially distanced photos! Hi Elsa! We were so excited to meet with them inside again! Read more about Royal Sommerhus reopening here! And that’s all the news from EPCOT, so stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World updates! Dinner AND an EPCOT fireworks view in Disney World? Yes, please! 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 visited EPCOT recently? Tell us in the comments! The post What’s New in EPCOT: It Just Got Easier to Meet Anna and Elsa! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Bruce W. Smith, Creator and Executive Producer of the original “The Proud Family” series recently stopped by the Disneyland Resort to Celebrate Soulfully. During his visit, he shared about his experience at The Walt Disney Company, his years as an animator, and shared exclusive details about his new series “The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder,” which he serves as creator and executive producer, now streaming only on Disney+.View the full article

Sometimes it feels like California gets ALL the cool stuff! Remember when Disney California Adventure hosted the Oogie Boogie Bash for Halloween and unveiled all those amazing new characters? Or what about the classic debate on which park has the better version of the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction: Disneyland or Disney World? (the correct answer is Disneyland, by the way ) For those that are tired of letting Disneyland take all the credit for the coolest new offerings, you’re in luck! Salt & Straw in Downtown Disney There’s a super fun little ice cream restaurant in Downtown Disney called Salt & Straw. We’ve tried some crazy ice cream flavors here, but now we can try even MORE ice cream because Salt & Straw is coming to Disney Springs! Now, we’ve got an exciting update on the status of Salt & Straw that signals the opening date is coming soon! Back in January of this year, we learned that Salt & Straw is set to open in March of 2022! Now, it looks like this little ice cream shop is making a step in the right direction; we found some job listings posted on Indeed.com! Salt and Straw in Downtown Disney According to Indeed, Salt & Straw is looking for Ice Cream Scoopers at the new Disney Springs location in Disney World! ©Indeed We also spotted a Shift Lead position open on Indeed! Keep in mind that these job listings could change (or be filled) at any point — who wouldn’t want to work in an ice cream shop, after all?! ©Indeed When this new location officially opens, it will be the first Salt & Straw location in the Central Florida area! Like we said earlier, we’ve been enjoying the crazy ice cream flavors (we’re talking MUSHROOM and THANKSGIVING TURKEY) at Downtown Disney in the Disneyland Resort for a while, but we’re excited to see it come to Disney World! They have classic flavors, too! This fun little update has us SUPER excited to head to Salt & Straw when it opens! Be sure to stay tuned for more updates on the future of the restaurant. Two Places in Disney World Are Getting New Names Thanks to This Collaboration Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever tried any Salt & Straw ice cream? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Salt & Straw is Now Hiring in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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You work hard. You get those assignments done on time. You clean the house/apartment. You take care of kiddos. You’re doing an awesome job. And now that it’s time for you to go on your well-deserved Disney World trip, it’s about time you treat yourself to the ULTIMATE EPCOT fireworks dining experience. Got no idea what we’re talking about? Don’t worry, we’re about to share ALL the details with you. This is one of those EXTRA special resorts! The way we see it, you have a few options when it comes to watching the Harmonious fireworks in EPCOT. One, you could stake out a spot around World Showcase, plant your feet and position yourself in the perfect location, and then watch the show. Or you could stroll up to Topolino’s Terrace at Disney’s Riviera Resort, sip your cocktail, and watch the show from high in the air. Of course, there are other ways to enjoy the show, but let’s get back to the Riviera, shall we? Topolino’s Terrace isn’t any old burgers and fries restaurant (though there’s nothing wrong with those beauties). Topolino’s is a signature dining experience (we’re talking dress code, handmade pasta, and artisanal cheeses). Unless you’ve made a special trip to the Riviera Resort, you might not know much about this nighttime dining experience! And even if you have noticed it, you might have also noticed the price tag that comes with it. It’s pretty expensive, but is this spot worth the cost? During our recent trip to Disney’s Riviera Resort, we went straight to the top of the hotel for a fancy dining experience at Topolino’s Terrace to see how this restaurant holds up. Atmosphere There are a couple of things to note about this restaurant. First of all, there are two completely different experiences you can have at Topolino’s. For breakfast, Topolino’s Terrace operates as a lively character meal with Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Daisy! The big, open dining room lets in lots of bright light, and there are tons of little dance breaks. It’s a good time! Then, for dinner, the restaurant transforms (not literally, we’re talking strictly about the vibes) into a classy, modern space with fine dining and fancy drinks. Topolino’s Terrace Oh, and there’s a dress code. No Goofy baseball hats tonight! According to the Disney website: “Men must wear khakis, slacks or dress shorts and collared shirts. Jeans may be worn if in good condition. Sport coats are optional. Women must wear Capri pants, skirts, dresses, or dress shorts. Jeans may be worn if in good condition. Not permitted are tank tops, flip-flops, swimsuits, swimsuit cover-ups, hats for gentlemen, cut-offs, torn clothing, and t-shirts with offensive language and/or graphics.” Sorry, now is not exactly the time to bust out your popcorn Crocs and tank tops. Save it for the parks! Beautiful Space The dining room is mainly one big, open space with a variety of tables and seating, including some standard tables as well as booths. The decor in here is beautiful, full of golden colors. Simple yet elegant and fun. There is a variety of seating options There is a small bar with first-come, first-served seating. You can also order a drink at the bar, then take it out to the terrace. There’s limited bar seating! As you’ll come to see, both the food and the atmosphere here are quite elegant at dinnertime. It might even make you want to use your fancy voice, but we promise that this place isn’t stuffy! You are still in Disney World, after all. Our table At each table, you’ll find a reusable menu and a cloth napkin (embroidered with the logo! We told you this place was FANCY!). Welcome to Topolino’s! Inside the restaurant you’ll find tables along the windows, giving you some epic views to the outside. There are also some pretty impressive light fixtures to look at. So Nice Of course, we have to talk about the terrace, which is STUNNING! The lights! The view! Come on! This is where the “Terrace” in “Topolino’s Terrace” comes in! The best part? You can see the Harmonious fireworks from here! Disney even pipes in the music from the show, so you get the full Harmonious experience, but elevated (literally. Get it? ). Look at that VIEW! Admittedly, this view doesn’t allow you to really see the screens on the water or the cool projections that are part of the show. But we don’t mind! The view of the fireworks themselves more than makes up for it in our opinion! OOOOH! In general, we think that the atmosphere here is gorgeous. Especially up on the terrace, it feels like you are in your own little world. What a View If you’re looking for an adult-friendly space that feels a little less “theme park” and a little more “elegant French/Italian dinner,” this is the place for you. Not looking to do the full sit-down experience? See how you could eat at Topolino’s WITHOUT a reservation! Menu The menu has a wide selection of appetizers, entrees, and desserts inspired by French and Italian flavors. (Oh, and plenty of drinks, too) We like paper menus, do you? On the appetizer menu, you can order a plate of gnocchi, ricotta, or olives, or go for something a little more adventurous, like Escargot en Gougères. There are also some salads available. ©Disney For your main course, you can choose between a variety of pasta, seafood, and meats. The entrée menu is clearly priced along the lines of a signature dining experience. ©Disney Topolino’s Terrace also serves two enhancement options: Shrimp and Black Perigod Truffle (spelled Black Perigord Truffle online by some sources). The Black Perigod/Perigord Truffle is a special type of truffle and one of the most expensive ones. Each enhancement option is close to $20. Of course, we can’t forget about dessert! Guests can choose from a variety of options from a fruity mousse to a rich chocolate cake, or they can go for a savory cheese board! ©Disney Traveling with kiddos? They can come to enjoy the signature meal with you. The menu has several options for kids, and the Grilled Chicken Breast is probably the plainest option for picky eaters. ©Disney Topolino’s terrace also has non-alcoholic beverages available so you can end your meal with some espresso or a Spritzer. ©Disney Here’s a look at the cocktail menu. The prices range from $14 to $21 for a specialty drink. ©Disney Topolino’s Terrace also has a wide selection of wines, beer, and hard cider. Alright, now let’s get into our meal!! Eats & Drinks First, let’s talk drinks. We ordered the Modern Fashioned for $17 (right) and French Rose (left) for $15. Clink, clink! The Modern Fashioned is made with Knob Creek Rye Whiskey, Appleton Estate Reserve Blend Rum, Vanilla Bean, and Bitters. As the name implies, it’s basically an elevated old fashioned cocktail (what’s not to love?!). We could really taste the alcohol, but the flavor wasn’t as overwhelming as other ones we’ve had. The drink had a slightly sweet flavor that balanced out the bourbon quite nicely. Plus check out that adorable Riviera Resort ice cube! Overall, the drink is a good version of an Old Fashioned — nothing dramatically special, but still good. Modern Fashioned The French Rose is made with Grey Goose Le Citron Vodka, Combier Crème de Pamplemousse Rose Liqueur, Raspberry, Agave, Lemon, and Soda Water. This drink was sweet and tart, but didn’t have an overwhelmingly artificial sweet taste (which was good!). It reminded us of a boozy lemonade, but (this is the word of the day) elevated. Overall, it was refreshing and crisp. If you like sweet drinks, the French Rose is the perfect balance of an elegant cocktail that isn’t too fancy. French Rose is the epitome of fancy, don’t you think? We also sipped on a Champagne Cocktail for $21 during part of our meal. This is a cocktail made of Moët and Chandon Impérial Brut, Aperol, and Carpano Antica Formula Vermouth. This was a bubbly, slightly sweet yet also bitter cocktail. We picked up on a hint of bitterness from the Aperol, which was nice. This isn’t as sweet as an Aperol Spritz, but it was an elevated and special drink to pair with your dessert or meal. If you like bubbles but want to change things up, this could be a good pick! How classy During our meal, we also grabbed the Press Pot Riveria Resort Blend. We got it for 2 so it was priced at $9. This coffee features “Artisanal Roasted Joffrey’s Coffee” which is a “blend of 100% Arabica Beans from Papua New Guinea, Costa Rica, and Kenya.” This was VERY tasty! It was nice and rich and dark. So if you like to end your meals with some coffee or are just in need of a bit of caffeine, you might want to give this a try! Press Pot Now let’s talk BREAD. Once we were seated, our server started us off with several pieces of French Epi bread inspired by wheat stalks. The bread pulls apart quite easily and comes with imported olive oil for dipping. Our bread was the perfect balance of crunchy yet soft — perfect for soaking up that fancy oil! We live for bread That olive oil added a wonderful flavor and depth to the bread. We also like that the bread came in little chunks that were easy to rip. It’s the type of starter that’s perfect for munching on while you chat with your dinner companions. Just don’t fill up too much on that bread before the main meal comes! A dinner staple Bring on the food! To start out our meal, we got the Olives Marinées for $9, the Ricotta for $14, and the Gnocchi for $16. Let’s start with the starters…of course! Y’all — get READY for some delicious food! Our Gnocchi, which is made with Duck Confit, Pesto Bianco, Garden Kale, and Pine Nuts, was something TRULY special! You know when you can just tell that an item is truly made with the good stuff. This was IT. The gnocchi is a beautifully pillowy pasta — the kind you dream about as a foodie. That pasta is dusted with crunchy pine nuts and a creamy and rich (yet not too heavy) sauce. You know you’re in a fancy restaurant when the bowl is six sizes bigger than the food This was to DIE for. Our only complaint is that this dish is served as a very small portion. This is fairly typical of signature dining experiences and it is pretty rich, but that doesn’t stop us from wanting more. Our tip? Don’t try and scoop up a lot at a time; savor each bite! So colorful! Next up, and a little less expensive, is the Olives Marinées. Our olives were covered in Lemon, Garlic, Marjoram, and then topped with a bay leaf for extra-fanciness (and flavor). According to Britannica, marjoram is an herb that is used to season many foods. It is said to impart a “warm, aromatic, slightly sharp, and bitterish flavor.” Olives Marinées To state the obvious, you need to love olives to order this starter! The olives themselves were big, salty, juicy, nicely seasoned, and had a great touch of a citrus flavor. You could easily pop a whole bunch of these in your mouth throughout the entire night for a delightful flavor experience. “Olive” your friends will be jealous of this meal To finish off our appetizers, we grabbed the Ricotta, which is made with Tomato, Aged Balsamic, Cracked Pepper, Basil, and Epi (that’s the French bread we saw served at the beginning as part of the bread service). Ricotta Oh YES — this was another winner. The ricotta (and bread) are made in-house, and boy does that make all the difference. That ricotta was sooo creamy, and the tomato gave it a little sweetness, while the balsamic gave it a little acidity. The portion was HUGE (especially compared to the other starters). This was one of our favorite eats of the night. It’s THAT good. A lotta ricotta Now, on to the main event! We’ve got two incredible entrees to show you — one for our pasta nuts, and one for our meat eaters. Further back in the photo you’ll see the Rigatoni, which was $32, and closer to the front is the Filet Mignon for $54. The main event! First up is the Filet Mignon, which came with a delightful potato purée, soubise, pickled scallions, onion jus, and guanciale shallot jam. There are a lot of fancy words in there, we know, but don’t let those mysterious words like soubise and guanciale scare you away! (For the record, soubise is a French sauce with onions, and guanciale is an Italian cured meat product). Filet Mignon If you love steak, you can probably tell from the photo alone that this was a beautifully cooked filet with a lovely char on the outside and a juicy center. It was the kind of heavenly steak that is so tender you could cut it with a fork! Those potatoes were also fantastically creamy and buttery (we’re still dreaming about them ) and the onion jus went perfectly with the dish. Was it the best steak we’ve had in Disney World? Probably not. We’d say that there are better ones on property, but it was still an EXCELLENT steak! Get.in.our.belly. For those that love steak, we think you’ll really enjoy this dish. This is, however, one of the safer options on the menu, and steak is a pretty common option in Disney World’s signature restaurants. If you’re looking for something more special, you might want to opt for something else, like a more unique pasta dish. Cooked just the way we like it! Alright, it’s CARB time! We’re suckers for carbs (bread, pasta, potatoes…they’re the BEST!), so we just had to try the Rigatoni for $32. This dish is made with braised chicken sugo, rapini, wild mushrooms, and is topped with Parmigiano-Reggiano. Before we dig in, let’s go over some of those fancy terms. A quick search online reveals that sugo means sauce in Italian. The rapini is that green stuff buried under the cheese — it’s pretty much just a leafy green vegetable that’s also known as broccoli rabe, according to the Food Network. Rigatoni Can food be referred to as fabulous? Yes? Okay good, because this. was. FABULOUS! That (house-made) pasta was cooked to absolute perfection and you can really tell that it is made in house and is fresh. The mushrooms and cheese were (predictably) stellar. This dish was light and creamy all at once. When you’re eating pasta, it can feel heavy, but despite the thick rigatoni pasta and addition of cheese, we didn’t really feel weighed down by this dish at all! YUM Of course, we can’t ignore the price. $32 is a lot for a pasta dish, even by Disney’s standards. But the high-quality ingredients and elegant flavor profile made it worth it (to us, anyway). We’ve ordered this dish MULTIPLE times and it’s a solid, consistent, and delicious choice. Fresh Pasta — SO Many Choices! Now it’s time for dessert! We went for the Cheese Board for $18, which came with a variety of international cheese selections, honeycomb, figs, mushroom conserva (here we go again with the fancy words), and Marcona almonds. We’ll let you in on a little cheese board secret, though: you don’t really need to know what’s what — just embrace the board and try everything! For those of you who simply must know, conserva is Italian for preserves (shout-out to Google Translate), so think of it like some tasty mushroom preserves. Cheese, please! Our cheese board came with housemade lavash crackers, which were made with rosemary, garlic, and flax seed. There were four kinds of cheese: Valençay, a creamy French goat cheese; Comté, a shaved Italian cows milk cheese; French Roquefort Blue Cheese; and Taleggio Italian Cheese. Also on the board was Florida wildflower honeycomb, Marconi spiced almond, mushroom compote, and fig jam. Paper-thin Okay, so this isn’t any old grocery store cheese. THIS IS FANCY LIVING FOLKS! The blue cheese was strong, but not overwhelming; while the French goat surprised us with a stronger flavor than we expected. Both of the Italian cheeses tasted more mild and paired well with the accompaniments. The almonds had a little heat to them due to the spices they were seasoned with, which was quite nice. Overall, it was a nice portion size and we loved having all of those accompaniments. If you have enough room in your stomach for a plate full of cheese after your meal, we recommend it! If you want something more sweet instead though this restaurant has plenty of options. This is the good stuff For a more traditional and sweet dessert, we picked the Vanilla and Citrus Crème Brûlée for $14. This crème brûlée was made for Disney’s 50th Anniversary celebration and contains morello cherry compote, strawberry foam, sugared beignets, chocolate meringues, and a 50th Anniversary chocolate stamp. Disney loves oversized plates, apparently Oooh yes! This was SO good! It was light and citrusy, making it the perfect end to a very filling meal. The little beignets were surprisingly dense and actually tasted more like donut holes. The crème brûlée itself had that signature caramelized top that worked so well with the citrus. We would DEFINITELY eat this again. *angels singing in the distance* And that’s it for our meal. So is this place worth the pretty substantial cost? Nosh or Not? Make a point to visit Topolino’s Terrace if… You’re celebrating a special occasion and don’t mind splurging — Topolino’s Terrace is an amazing signature dining experience, so high-quality dishes are basically a given. As you would also expect, though, high-quality dishes can be pricey! If you’re looking to celebrate during your vacation and want an amazing meal, give this restaurant a try! You consider yourself a foodie who lives to try delicious foods — For those who go to Disney not to ride the rides or watch the shows, but instead to EAT, this is the place to be! There are so many things to try and ways to enjoy the restaurant. You could back again and again and enjoy something new and different. But even if you get the same thing over and over again, you’re sure to enjoy the house-made feel to those items and just how fresh they taste. You LOVE cheese (and carbs) — It’s no secret that we LOVE cheese, and if you’re anything like us, you’ll appreciate the wide variety of cheeses available at this restaurant. From the entrees to the desserts, allllll the cheese was great. And we highly recommend this restaurant to those who love to indulge in a carb-y dish — from the bread to the pastas, there’s a lot to satisfy that craving for carbs! Skip Topolino’s Terrace if… You’re ballin’ on a budget — No matter how delicious the food may be, expensive is expensive. Luckily, Disney offers TONS of other dining locations with quality dinners for a much lower price tag. You want a quick meal — This is a table-service option, and it’s not the kind of place you can buzz in and out off quickly. If you’re not interested in a long, drawn-out meal, you’ll want to look elsewhere! You aren’t interested in the fanciness of the Riviera — As we’ve said, this is a fancier, expensive restaurant with some unique foods and drinks. If you’re just looking for a casual dinner, you might not like the atmosphere of Topolino’s Terrace. Overall Overall, we had another AMAZING dining experience at Topolino’s Terrace (we’ve had many a great time here in the past). There aren’t too many places in Disney World that offer signature dining with fireworks views, so this is a special place with a special menu. Our server was helpful and prompt, and the dining room is intimate and calm. Dare we say it — we may have ended up enjoying our food here more than the food from California Grill or Yachtsman Steakhouse?! We truly find the food here to be TOP notch. With this view, you can’t go wrong We seriously enjoyed everything that we ate! The steak was excellent, the pasta was a dream, and all the cheeses and desserts were so good! The prices are a bit high (especially some of those starters and the pasta), but the quality of the food and the environment balances the price (at least in our opinion). Especially when you can get an EPIC fireworks view. Love What do you think? Tell us in the comments! As always, keep an eye on DFB for the latest Disney World food reviews and more. DFB Video: 20 Disney World Restaurant Reviews in 20 Minutes! 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 consider visiting Topolino’s Terrace on your next vacation? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: Dinner AND an EPCOT Fireworks View in Disney World? Yes, Please! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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When Jason Ginsburg created the Fake Theme Park account on Twitter in July 2010, his aim was to poke fun at all attractions. Now almost 12 years later, he's saying goodbye to the make-believe world he created. View the full article

It’s been a LONG time since we’ve seen a daytime parade in Disney World. We’re not talking about those bite-size character cavalcades, here, we’re talking about a full-fledged, fantastical, good-old-fashioned Disney parade. It’s been too long! Now that Disney entertainment is coming back to the parks, we’re preparing for new and returning shows, parades, and more. Festival of Fantasy is returning soon! Back in 2021, we found out that the classic Festival of Fantasy parade is returning to Disney World, but now our most recent discovery proves that the big return date is quickly approaching! Back in December, Disney spread a little holiday magic when it brought back Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade during the day. This was the first time since before the pandemic that guests could watch a full parade in Disney World! Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade After the holidays, though, we were back to missing Disney parades. Luckily, the Festival of Fantasy parade is set to return on March 9th, 2022. We already know that the event will feature the giant fire-breathing Maleficent dragon, plus those colorful floats inspired by some classic Disney characters will return, too! Festival of Fantasy Tangled Float The parade will make its way through the Magic Kingdom twice daily, but until now, we didn’t know what time the parade would start. Now, showtimes are available on the My Disney Experience app! For the first week (March 9th-March 12th), the parade will run at 11:30AM and 2:30PM. ©Disney Then, starting on March 13th, the parade will start at 12PM and 3PM. The classic 3 o’clock parade is FINALLY back! Right now, showtimes are only available through April 2022, but it seems like the parade will continue to run at 12PM and 3PM each day. ©Disney Keep in mind that these showtimes are subject to change, and the parade may be canceled in the event of bad weather. When the parade finally kicks off, though, we’ll be sure to give you a first look! We can’t wait! We cannot WAIT for the Festival of Fantasy parade to come back to Disney World; we’ll be singing and dancing along on the very first day. In the meantime, stay tuned for all the latest Disney news and park updates! Festival of Fantasy Details Revealed on the Return of Maleficent and MORE in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite Disney World parade? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Showtimes Revealed for the Festival of Fantasy Parade in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We honor the cultures and contributions of Black cast every day and as we Celebrate Soulfully this Black History Month at Walt Disney World Resort, we are excited to share what inspired two of our Disney Springs cast members to work in culinary and learn more about the special culinary creations they’ve made for our guests.View the full article

We have been buzzing around like worker bees getting ready for the 2022 EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival! It’s almost here! You can expect the return of the Garden Rocks Concert Series, a Graze around the Gardens, and of course — all the tasty treats you could ever want! Oh, and how could we forget all the amazing merchandise you’ll be able to take home?! And, Disney just announced there will be FIVE collections joining this year’s festival merch lineup — let’s check them out! There’s no doubt to be a cornucopia of garden-themed items for sale at the Flower and Garden Festival, and we can’t wait to dig in. There’s probably something for everyone in these collections, from drinkware to clothing! Disney gave us a sneak peek of what we can expect. First up is the Orange Bird Collection! ©Disney We love the wine tumbler, and is that a new Dooney & Bourke purse we see?! ©Disney And of course, it wouldn’t be the Flower and Garden Festival without an Orange Bird Sipper! ©Disney Next up is the Mickey Mouse Home Garden Collection! It promises to be a “vibrant assortment of apparel, drinkware, yard tools and other coordinating accessories”. We’ll finally be able to garden in style! ©Disney Our good pal Spike the Bee is back for this year’s fest, and he brought some sweet merch along with him. The Spike the Bee Collection features a mug and a pin, plus “a variety of sweet new pieces” according to Disney. ©Disney Festival Figment is here too and is sharing his love of purple in the Figment Garden Collection. This collection can’t be BEET and will feature a whole new line of items celebrating spring. ©Disney And last, but certainly not least is the Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Collection. These two are dressed in their gardening best in this lineup, with whimsical new artwork featured on the items. We can’t wait! ©Disney We are so excited to check out these new collections and the rest of the incredible offerings coming to this year’s EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival! It kicks off March 2nd and runs through July 4th, 2022 — and we’ll be covering it all, so be sure to stay tuned! Click Here to See ALL the Festival Booth Menus for the 2022 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival! Click HERE To See All The Updated Details For Epcot's 2022 Flower and Garden Festival! Ready to Plan for Your 2022 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Trip? Preorder 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! Preorder your 2022 edition today! Don't miss a moment of the fun! Use code SPRING at check-out for a $2 off the cover price! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What are you looking forward to the most at this year’s Flower and Garden Festival? Let us know in the comments! The post Sneak Peek at the FIVE Merchandise Collections Coming to the 2022 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

To ensure we are equipping our readers with all the information they need, we will continue to report on all travel, safety, and COVID-related news that could impact a Disney Parks visit. Despite the recent health and safety changes in Disney World, the global pandemic continues to take a toll on the tourism industry. Internationally, some of Disney’s other parks are still closed, like Hong Kong Disneyland. ©Hong Kong Disneyland While Hong Kong Disneyland was expected to reopen on February 23rd, 2022, we’ve got an important update to share. Disney updated its notice on the Hong Kong Disneyland website. The new message reads, “as required by the government and health authorities and in line with prevention efforts taking place across Hong Kong,” Hong Kong Disneyland Park will remain closed through April 20th, 2022. ©Disney In changing the date, Disney has extended the closure of Hong Kong Disneyland by nearly two months. The notice further specifies that Hong Kong Disneyland resort hotels will remain open with an adjusted level of service. There will also be adjustments in services at the resort’s restaurants and recreation facilities. ©Hong Kong Disneyland For guests with unused park tickets with an expiration date that falls within the park’s closure, Disney will extend the expiration date. Free cancelations are also available at this time, and guests with Magic Access Memberships will receive an extension as well. ©Disney Keep in mind that this information is subject to change, as Disney is making adjustments based on government requirements. ©Disney At the start of the pandemic in 2020, then again in 2021, the park shut down multiple times due to COVID-19. In 2020, the park closed at the beginning of the year, then reopened in June, then closed again in July, reopened in September, and re-closed in December. Then, in 2021, the park reopened (again) in February, then finally, it closed in November 2021 due to suspected COVID-19 cases. ©Disney Disney stated that they will share more information when the park reopens, and we’ll be sure to pass along any updates, too. In the meantime, stay tuned for more Disney news and park updates! Everything That Will Be CLOSED in Disney World in 2022 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever been to Hong Kong Disneyland? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Hong Kong Disneyland Has Extended Its Closure first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’ve ever pulled up the Disney World website to book a vacation only to close out of it immediately after because of intense sticker shock, raise your hand now. (I can’t see you, but I’m assuming the majority of you shot your arm STRAIGHT in the air.) Lime Green Ears Disney’s prices can be INTENSE. But sometimes experiences can be SO expensive that our bank account starts screaming before we even get the chance to click “confirm purchase.” Check out our video below The 10 Biggest Disney World Rip-Offs in 2022! 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 the biggest Disney World rip-off. The post DFB Video: The 10 Biggest Disney World Rip-Offs in 2022 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When you’re visiting Disney World, it can be easy to feel like you’re on an exclusive island filled with Mickey and Minnie. But, whether you’re staying at an off-site hotel or looking to dine at a restaurant that won’t charge you an arm and a leg for a hamburger, you just might find yourself traveling around the outskirts of the resort area. Disney World Entrance From White Castle to Portillos to shopping, there’s more beyond the parks that can be worth checking out. But, did you know that it’s EXPENSIVE for a restaurant (or anything else) to come to the Disney World area? Let’s take a look at just how much retail owners are shelling out to secure a highly-valued spot next to one of the most popular travel destinations in the U.S. Real Estate Values are Higher Around Disney World Housing data from Orange and Osceola counties (where Disney World is located) certainly affirms that Disney World drives up real estate values simply by existing. To take a look at the numbers, retail space around Disney has a lower vacancy rate than the Orlando average but has a higher rental rate per square foot than the Orlando average. White Castle In fact, according to Orlando Business Journal, retail in West Orange County (including the area around the Disney-owned Flamingo Crossings shopping center) has an average vacancy rate of 2.6% compared to 6.3% for the overall Orlando market. So, while you won’t find as many stores and restaurants around Disney as you might find in Downtown Orlando, the ones that are there are paying a hefty price. Flamingo Crossings Town Center Concept Art ©The Walt Disney Co. | Obtained via BizJournals These metrics demonstrate that there is HIGH demand for retail space near Disney World as businesses hope to capitalize on the large number of visitors in the area with convenient proximity to the resorts. ©The Walt Disney Co. | Obtained via BizJournals An example of this can be seen with a recent purchase by Starbucks. The company recently paid roughly TWICE as much as what their retail locations normally sell for in Central Florida for a retail space on Palm Parkway (which is roughly 2.5 miles from Disney Springs), according to Orlando Business Journal. This location makes the store the closest free-standing Starbucks location to Disney outside of the parks and Disney Springs, and the sale was made FAST. The property went to market in May and was sold within a week signaling that Disney has only continued to drive up demand for surrounding retail space, as the traffic it brings is great for business. Starbucks in Disney Springs But, the idea that Disney World is driving up property values in the area isn’t new at all. You may have heard the story of Walt Disney buying up property in Florida in secret. That’s because Walt wanted to make sure that the price of the land he purchased wouldn’t be driven up simply because people heard that he was buying it up. And, he was right for doing so! Walt purchased the first acre of land for roughly $80 and after the secret project was out, he purchased the last acre of land for about $80,000 — that’s quite the increase in property value! This proves that, even in the mid-1900s, the Disney name was a given for driving up real estate costs. ©D23 AND, it’s not just commercial property that is more expensive. According to Neighborhood Scout, Lake Buena Vista and Bay Lake (where Disney World is located) median real estate price is $427,236, which is more expensive than 79.4% of the neighborhoods in Florida and 74.8% of the neighborhoods in the U.S. As for rentals, the average rental cost in this neighborhood is higher than 84.8% of the neighborhoods in Florida. ©Disney Whew, that’s pricey! In fact, some experts in urban development credit Disney with the affordable housing crisis in the area. According to ClickOrlando, Richard Foglesong wrote in his book, Married to the Mouse, “It [Disney World] brought with it low-wage jobs and affordable housing challenges that we have here in Central Florida.” Foglesong added that the crisis happened in the 1970s with the opening of Disney World and hasn’t really changed in 50 years. Click here to learn more about the Flamingo Crossings shopping center! Why Are Retail Prices Higher Around Disney World? So why has this happened? For one, it’s demand. Disney attracts millions of guests every year and those guests are not always going to stay on property to eat and shop. That means that businesses in the Disney World area expect a higher level of demand simply because of their proximity to the parks. ©Disney Especially in the modern-day, Disney World is EXPENSIVE. It’s very much the norm for guests to avoid the “Disney premium” by shopping and dining off-site. And, a commercial business wants to be the option that these guests turn to by occupying a prime, nearby location. Portillo’s As for housing, Disney employs around 77,000 people, according to Orlando Sentinel, and they all need a place to live. So, in turn, those 77,000 people drive demand for housing around Disney World and that constant driver of demand keeps housing real estate costs HIGH. Want to see some secrets Disney couldn’t keep? Click here! And, They Could Get Even More Expensive Beyond the current prices, housing and retail real estate could get even MORE expensive in the Disney World area soon. In 2021, Disney bought 60 acres of land in nearby Lake Nona as the first step in building a new campus that will serve to relocate thousands of Disney employees from California to this area of Florida. Obtained Via the Orlando Business Journal According to Orlando Business Journal, this will significantly disrupt the Lake Nona market as “This move will send even more buyers from California to Central Florida willing to pay far more than a home’s list price, driving up prices in an already-hot housing market.” ©The Walt Disney Company Lake Nona is already the most expensive part of Orange County, but the push in high-income housing demand could have a ripple effect that drives real estate up in the surrounding areas of the county. And, as housing gets more expensive, the area may also become more desirable for commercial businesses looking to capitalize on the relocating population. To see more about the Lake Nona campus, click here! So, you don’t have to dig too deep to see the MASSIVE impact that Disney World has on real estate prices in Orlando. And, as demand for the parks continues to grow and The Walt Disney Company expands, we will likely see prices rise even more. Of course, we keep track of it all here at DFB, so be sure to stay tuned for the latest! How Expensive Will Disney World Be in 10 Years? Click HERE to Find Out! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you travel off Disney World property when you’re on vacation? Tell us in the comments! The post How Disney World Drives Up the Value of Nearby Real Estate first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Bees will buzz, flowers will bloom, and shelves will fill with fresh new merchandise as the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival springs to life at Disney World. Here’s your chance to celebrate the season alongside featured characters Orange Bird, Spike the Bee, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and Figment with colorful garden tools, cheerful drinkware, stylish accessories and more. View the full article

It’s no secret that you’ll be shelling out a pretty penny when you visit Disney World between the cost of the hotel, park tickets, food, merchandise, and more. In fact, a trip to Disney has become so expensive that many park-goers are stuck wondering if it’s even affordable for a family of four anymore. Magic Kingdom But, your Disney World trip doesn’t have to break the bank! Sure, you know to check out all of the potential hotel and ticket discounts — but did you know there are some ways to save that Disney DOESN’T tell you!? Here are six SNEAKY ways that you can save money in Disney World! Buy a kids’ meal at a Quick Service restaurant if you’re not a big eater! Do you find yourself throwing out half of your meal when you dine in Disney World because the portion sizes are just a bit too big for your theme park going belly? Well, you’re missing out on a BIG way to save! If a smaller meal will fill you up, you can save a few bucks each meal by ordering a kids’ meal at Quick Service locations — and those bucks can really add up! Cheeseburger Pod Kids’ Meal from Satu’li Canteen in Animal Kingdom Many Quick Service spots offer a kids’ menu in addition to the regular menu, but you don’t have to be a kid to order a kids’ meal at these restaurants! Instead, you can snag a smaller portion for a more reasonable price by picking your choice of kids’ meal. This is something that we do a lot of when we’re visiting the parks because it enables us to snack on some of our favorite eats and drinks (like the beloved Cheeseburger Pods from Satu’li Canteen in Disney’s Animal Kingdom) without getting too full or going over budget. Backlot Express Kids’ Meal Keep in mind that most Table Service restaurants don’t allow adults or even kids over a certain age to order off of the kids’ menu, so this trick is Quick Service-approved only. Check Out Our List of Must-Get Disney World Dishes for 2022 HERE! If you get a merchandise discount, buy your bottled beverages in the stores. There are a lot of different ways to get discounts in Disney World merchandise stores. Whether you’re an Annual Passholder, a Disney Vacation Club Member, or part of another discount group, those savings can make a BIG difference in your budget. Bottled Beverages Yes, it’s important to ask about your discount when you check out in Disney World but it’s ALSO important to know where to buy something! What are we talking about exactly? A super sneaky way to save is to buy your bottled beverages (like Dasani water or sodas) in a merchandise store instead of at a beverage cart when you’re in the parks — that way you can apply your discount! FREE water at the Hub! Of course, you can also snag free ice water from most quick-service locations in lieu of paying for bottled water. But, in those situations where you do need bottled water, soda, or Powerade, this is one way to save that most people miss out on! To see all the places you can get free water in Disney World, click here! Head to Character Warehouse or online for park souvenirs in advance! Look, there’s no getting around it — when you’re in Disney World, you’re likely going to hear the siren call of some new merchandise. We get it, there are some awesome souvenirs to choose from! And trust us, your kids will probably want a souvenir of their own too. Mickey Plush But, do you really have to take a beating to the wallet anytime you walk into a store in the parks? Not necessarily! Instead of waiting to do your shopping until you’re in the parks staring at a wall of Disney plushes, take your kiddos to the Disney Character Warehouse at Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets or head online in advance of your trip to pick out your souvenirs at a cheaper price. You can often find the same or different-but-still-great merchandise at off-property souvenir shops or online on shopDisney. Plush Wall That way, when you’re strolling through Main Street Emporium, you don’t have to swing for the $30 Mickey Plush since you already snagged one for just $10 or $15! Click HERE for 5 Spending Traps To Avoid in Disney World! Make a late-morning dining reservation. Would you believe us if we told you that WHEN you make your Table Service reservation can actually SAVE you money in Disney World? It’s true! If you’re looking to pay a little less for your sit-down meal, try making that advance dining reservation for late morning and get ready to brunch! Breakfast Skillet at Garden Grill There are a few money-saving hacks that happen when you pick this time for a dining reservation. For one, you might have an easier time getting away with eating just two meals in a day because eating a LARGE late breakfast/early lunch can hold you over all the way until dinner. This ends up saving you what you otherwise would have spent on a smaller earlier breakfast or lunch. Mickey waffles for the win Plus, if you book a late breakfast reservation at a buffet, they might change over the buffet offerings during your reservation meaning that way you can fill up on not just breakfast food, but lunch food too! What are the hardest dining reservations to get in 2022? Click here to find out! Buy a Disney Gift Card at Sam’s Club or Target with a discount! If you’ve got a Sam’s Club membership or a Target Red Card, consider using your discounts to buy Disney Gift Cards ahead of your trip! This is a sneaky way to save a few bucks and end up with “free” money. Gift Cards What kind of savings are we talking about? The Target Red Card, for instance, gets you 5% off on purchases at Target — including those Disney Gift Cards. So, you could end up paying $95 for a $100 gift card! When every dollar counts, this can be a great trick. While you’re at Target shop for these essentials you need in your Disney bag! Check shopDisney prices and discounts before buying something in Disney World. Finally, if you ARE shopping for merchandise in Disney World, keep your phone handy! Oftentimes, you can find the same merchandise that you’re seeing on the shelf online on shopDisney but the prices are NOT always equal! For example, we’ve found face masks, mugs, and even designer Disney bags available for less online compared to in-stores. Disney Dooney & Bourke Bags So, be sure to check shopDisney for the souvenir you’re interested in before you make your purchase, and keep an eye out for when discounts pop up online too. You might be able to save on that new t-shirt by ordering it online instead! Click here to see ALL of the Disney World 50th Anniversary Merchandise You Can Get Online Right NOW! We hope these sneaky tips help to save you some money on your next Disney World trip! And, for more ways to save on your 2022 Disney World trip, check out our video below! And, as always, stay tuned to DFB for all of the latest Disney tips, tricks, and updates! Want to see even more Disney discounts? 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. What are YOUR best tips for saving money in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The post Sneaky Ways You Can Save Money in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. 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