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Hey there, DFB friends! We’re back with more unexpected Disney World news from the week, and this week was a bit UNUSUAL to say the least. It was hard to see Cinderella Castle! You may have heard that there was a FIRE at Cinderella Castle (everyone is fine, no one was hurt!) and surprisingly, that’s not the only big news of the week! Take a look at everything else unexpected that happened there. Disney Tours Returning Five (yes, five!) special Disney World tours are returning in 2022, and they include the the Keys to the Kingdom Tour in Magic Kingdom, and Animal Kingdom tours including the Caring for Giants tour, the Wild Africa Trek, the Up Close with Rhinos tour, and the Savor the Savanna tour. Wild Africa Trek at Disney’s Animal Kingdom With the Keys to the Kingdom tour, guests get to learn Magic Kingdom history, and the Animal Kingdom tours take guests behind the scenes and up close with animals like elephants and hippos. Read more about the 5 Disney Tours returning in 2022 here! Yellow Monorail is Back The yellow Monorail has returned! This sunny Monorail had been taken out of operation to receive a new, refreshed look. Here it comes! The interior of the Monorail has been updated with a fresh, bright yellow color, and we were excited to see it return! Check out more photos of the yellow monorail! Rare Princess Appearance At Princess Fairytale Hall in Magic Kingdom, the usual princesses who appear include Tiana, Rapunzel, Cinderella, and Elena. Occasionally a mystery princess visits, and this week we were treated to a RARE princess appearance — Jasmine! Jasmine is here! It’s not often Princess Jasmine visits Magic Kingdom, and during our visit we actually got to see FIVE Disney Princesses! So if you’re in Magic Kingdom and you see a “Visiting Princess” sign, it might be worth a visit! Here are more photos of Princess Jasmine! Fog! We’ve seen our fair share of weather in Disney World and this week was something you don’t see very often! There was such a thick fog one morning that the Magic Kingdom ferryboats could not safely transport guests from the Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC) to the Magic Kingdom gates. No ferryboats that morning! As a result, the Monorail line grew VERY long, and it’s times like these that it’s worth remembering you can also take a bus from the TTC to Magic Kingdom! Check out more photos of the fog in Magic Kingdom here! Castle Fire Probably the most surprising news of the week was the fire near Cinderella Castle. After a Cast Member reported a small fire, emergency response vehicles were dispatched to Cinderella Castle, leading to fire and rescue vehicles making their way down Main Street, U.S.A.. Emergency vehicles in Magic Kingdom Cinderella’s Royal Table was evacuated, as was the area around the castle. The fire was quickly extinguished and no one was hurt, and as of the next day, everything was back to normal! Just another day in Disney World, where it’s not always a walk in the park. Read all about the Cinderella Castle fire here Early Theme Park Entry Change Early Theme Park Entry is a new perk that was introduced back in September, and it allows all Disney World hotel guests and guests at select other hotels to get into Disney Parks 30 minutes before the official opening time. Disney just announced a BIG change for this perk, and it’s for a limited time. Resort Guest? Right this way! From December 19th, 2021 through January 3rd, 2022, Early Theme Park Entry will increase to 60 minutes before park opening! That means qualified guests get an entire HOUR in a Disney Park before it opens to everyone else. Note that you will still need a park reservation and your resort ID if you want to take advantage of this perk. Read more about the extended Early Theme Park Entry here! Genie+ Changes Disney World recently launched their Genie planning service, which includes two paid options called Genie+ and Individual Attraction Selections (pay-per-ride). These paid services allow guests to skip the standby line and instead use the Lightning Lanes, which are the former FastPass+ lanes. Disney is making a temporary change to these services soon, and it involves some of the most popular rides in Disney World. ©Disney From December 19th, 2021 through January 3rd, 2022, some of the pay-per-ride options, which are the most popular and in-demand rides in Disney World, will be included in Genie+! These rides include Space Mountain in Magic Kingdom, Frozen Ever After in EPCOT, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway in Hollywood Studios, and Expedition Everest in Animal Kingdom. For a limited time, these rides will be included in the $15 per person Genie+ rate! Learn more about the Genie+ and pay-per-ride changes here! That’s all the unexpected news of the week! Stick with DFB for all your Disney World updates and planning needs, and keep checking back for more! 14 Disney events in 2022 to put on your calendar right now! 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! Preorder 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 preorder 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. Were you in Disney World this week? Tell us in the comments! The post 7 Unexpected Things That Happened in Disney World This Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Next year, Disneyland Paris is going to celebrate its 30th Anniversary! Mickey’s 30th Anniversary Outfit Tons of things have been going on across the pond to get ready for the anniversary! A timeline was announced for the opening of Paris’ Avenger’s Campus, they’re throwing a heck of a holiday celebration right now, and their Cars-themed hotel is up and running! Something else has been cooking at Disneyland Paris, and we just got a video that shows us the behind-the-scenes! Disneyland Paris just renovated Sleeping Beauty Castle, and it’s a work of art! In this video on the Disneyland Paris YouTube channel, Walt Disney Imagineering’s Tracy Eck describes the process of the castle’s restoration. The castle is ENTIRELY hand painted and the artisans that were working on the restoration were world class! All of the gold on the castle is from real gold leafs that were placed by hand! Some of the companies that partnered with Disneyland Paris for this renovation focus on restoring historical monuments. “Some of them do consider our castle a historical monument. It’s a part of the heritage. It’s very touching.” says Eck. ©Disney After 2 years of preparation and an additional year of construction, Disneyland Paris’ Sleeping Beauty Castle is as beautiful as ever! We’re always staying up to date with all the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see how Walt Disney World is celebrating its Anniversary! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever been to Disneyland Paris? Let us know in the comments! The post VIDEO: This Disney Castle Glow-Up Will Make Cinderella Castle Jealous first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World continues to return to “normal” as many experiences return to the parks. Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular And today, the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular is BACK after a 21-month hiatus! It’s time to dodge a giant boulder, catch some stunts, and see what Marion and Indy have been up to. The Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular opened in what is now Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 1989, and the show gives you a behind-the-scenes look at film stunts and action scenes inspired by Raiders of the Lost Ark. You get to sit back and watch a talented cast of stunt artists complete exciting (and dangerous!) stunt work, and they also explain HOW they do it! Indiana Jones Show The show has been changed a bit since Disney World closed in March 2020, now featuring updated dialogue, effects, sequences, and more. The storyline is still the same though! We headed to Hollywood Studios to catch the very first show back on December 19th. You can see a pretty big line forming Once they started letting people in, the line moved pretty quickly! There is a TON of audience seating in here! It didn’t take long for the seating to fill up, though. The first show started promptly at noon, and we were pretty excited to see the show! That’s a full house! As the show started, we got a special welcome announcement. We may or may not have shed a tear of happiness. After the opening remarks, they added a new sequence that allows the audience to meet the cast! The temple scene is mostly the same, with some changes in dialogue here and there. Don’t worry, though! Indiana Jones still does all your favorite stunts. Look at that swing! There was a new funny sequence involving Indy, Marion, and a clothes rack, and plenty of epic jumps, rolls, and acrobatics! We love a good fight scene! There were also some changes with the airplane fight scene. As you can see, things got pretty heated (literally!). Run, Indy, run! We also heard some new sound effects, but we won’t spoil the sounds for you! We wouldn’t want to be in that car… Watch more about what Disney has added to the show here! You can catch Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular at 12PM, 1:15PM, 3:15PM, 4:45PM, and 6PM. We recommend that you check Disney World’s official schedule before visiting because it CAN change! Stay tuned to DFB for more news from Disney World! Read more about the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular showtimes 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! Preorder 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 preorder your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited to see Indiana Jones again? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS & VIDEOS: A CLASSIC Disney World Stunt Show Has RETURNED! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Seasons greetings from Walt Disney World! Disney Enchantment has arrived in Magic Kingdom! It’s the holiday season, which can definitely mean some big holiday crowds. We like to keep up with how lines are looking in order to see how busy it is, so here’s a look at all the average wait times in Disney World from this week. Magic Kingdom Let’s head to Magic Kingdom! This week, Jungle Cruise had the longest average wait time AGAIN at 65 minutes! They’re all dressed up for the holidays on Jingle Cruise! After that, we had Seven Dwarfs Mine Train at 62 minutes, Peter Pan’s Flight at 60 minutes, Haunted Mansion at 35 minutes, Splash Mountain at 33 minutes, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at 31 minutes, Space Mountain at 29 minutes, Astro Orbiter at 28 minutes, Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh at 27 minutes, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at 25 minutes, Pirates of the Caribbean at 25 minutes, and “it’s a small world” at 22 minutes. Small World Then, we saw Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid at 19 minutes, Mickey’s PhilharMagic at 17 minutes, Dumbo the Flying Elephant at 16 minutes, Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover at 16 minutes, Magic Carpets of Aladdin at 15 minutes, Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini at 15 minutes, Prince Charming Regal Carrousel at 12 minutes, Tomorrowland Speedway at 11 minutes, and Mad Tea Party at 11 minutes. Under the Sea! And rides that only had wait times in the single digits were Carousel of Progress at 4 minutes and Country Bear Jamboree at 1 minute. Rides with no waits were Liberty Square Riverboat, Tom Sawyer Island, Hall of Presidents, Enchanted Tiki Room, and Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse. EPCOT Over in EPCOT, the ride with the longest average wait was Frozen Ever After at 86 minutes. Frozen Ever After Then, we had Test Track at 46 minutes, Soarin’ at 37 minutes, Mission: SPACE at 21 minutes, Living with the Land at 14 minutes, Spaceship Earth at 13 minutes, Journey into Imagination at 13 minutes, The Seas with Nemo and Friends at 12 minutes, Grand Fiesta Tour at 11 minutes, and Turtle Talk with Crush at 10 minutes. Spaceship Earth line The theater shows in EPCOT all had zero waits this past week! These included: Awesome Planet, Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival, Impressions de France, and Reflections of China! Hollywood Studios Moving on to Hollywood Studios, Rise of the Resistance had the highest average wait time this week at 122 minutes. Rise of the Resistance After that, we had Slinky Dog Dash at 74 minutes, Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway at 64 minutes, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster featuring Aerosmith at 52 minutes, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at 52 minutes, Toy Story Mania at 51 minutes, Tower of Terror at 45 minutes. Let’s go fly a ship! And finally, we had Alien Swirling Saucers at 30 minutes, Star Tours – The Adventures Continue at 17 minutes, Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy at 15 minutes, Muppet*Vision 3D at 10 minutes, and Walt Disney Presents at 8 minutes. Animal Kingdom Hopping over to Animal Kingdom, the ride with the longest average wait time this week was Avatar Flight of Passage at 96 minutes. Flight of Passage Then, we had Na’vi River Journey at 60 minutes, Kilimanjaro Safaris at 53 minutes, Expedition Everest at 22 minutes, and DINOSAUR at 21 minutes. Safari time! Following behind was Kali River Rapids at 17 minutes, Triceratop Spin at 10 minutes, It’s Tough to Be a Bug at 10 minutes, The Boneyard at 0 minutes, and Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail at 0 minutes. Gorilla Falls is gorgeous That’s your look at the average wait times around Walt Disney World this week! Stay tuned to DFB more Disney news and updates. Click here to see what’s new in EPCOT! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder 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 preorder 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 ride do you think has the best views in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post 9 Rides Had Average Wait Times Over an Hour in Disney World this Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy holidays from Disney World! The holiday season is in full swing with the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays and Very Merriest After Hours going on, which means there’s also plenty of holiday crowds. Happy Holidays! However, Genie+, the new paid FastPass replacement, is getting a MAJOR change for the holiday season that should help with those crowds! From December 19th to January 3rd, one Individual Attraction Selection (A.K.A. pay-per-ride) attraction from each park will be included with the cost of Genie+! The attractions are as follows: Space Mountain in Magic Kingdom, Frozen Ever After in EPCOT, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Expedition Everest in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. You won’t have to pay extra for Frozen Ever After this holiday season! Remember, you’ll still have to pay $15 per person per day to get Genie+, which gets you access to Lightning Lane reservations for these four attractions along with 46 other rides and experiences! Four rides (Rise of the Resistance, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, and Flight of Passage) will still be part of the Individual Attraction Selection service, meaning they are separate from Genie+ and their Lightning Lanes are individually priced (we have a full explanation of the difference between IAS and Genie+ here). ©Disney This change could potentially help to decrease holiday crowds and continue to shorten wait times for popular attractions, preventing that holiday crowd burnout that happens during this time of year. It can get a little bit hectic around the holidays! This morning, we checked the Tip Board on My Disney Experience and saw Space Mountain… ©Disney …Frozen Ever After… ©Disney …Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway… ©Disney …and Expedition Everest were all marked as Disney Genie+! Previously, these attractions would’ve been labeled as Individual Lighting Lanes to symbolize that they’re separate from Genie+. When we bought Genie+, it originally had most of these new rides greyed out. We checked back in about 30 minutes and then were able to book them — hopefully it was just a glitch for the first day of this change! ©Disney Just to make sure, we went ahead and grabbed some Lightning Lane reservations for the day! We were able to get Frozen Ever After… ©Disney …and Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway! Although these were readily available in the morning, be sure to grab these Lightning Lane reservation quick! ©Disney Remember, you only have until January 3rd, 2022 to take advantage of this change (after that, these four attractions will go back to being pay-per-ride). We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned here for more! How is Genie+ DIFFERENT in Disney World vs. Disneyland? 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 What do you think about this new change? Let us know in the comments! The post Select Pay-Per-Ride Attractions Now Available WITH Genie+ in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re coming up on a new year; we can’t believe it’s already almost 2022! Cinderella Castle If you’re planning a Disney World trip next year, we want to make sure you’re prepared. You can, of course, rely on DFB for all the tips and tricks you need to make sure your planning goes smoothly. This time, we’re telling you about seven Disney World MISTAKES you don’t want to make in 2022. 1. Paying For Lightning Lanes When You Don’t Need Them 2021 brought with it the launch of the new Genie system in Disney World. Fastpass+ has been replaced with Genie+, a system where guests can pay $15 per day to gain access to Lightning Lanes and bypass the standby on many Disney World rides. Additionally, a few attractions are classified as Individual Attraction Selections where you can access their Lightning Lanes with a separate, date-based fee. ©Disney Now, this system has brought with it a few dangers as well and there’s one BIG mistake we don’t want you to make in your planning. Don’t pay for Lightning Lanes when you don’t need them — whether they be included in Genie+ or an Individual Attraction Selection. ©Disney You don’t have to buy Genie+ for your whole trip in advance and you can even buy mid-day if you want. That means you can wait and see if you even NEED to skip the line. Depending on the park and the dates you visit, lines might be short enough that you can save the cash. And, we’ve noticed that Genie+ is a lot more beneficial in Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios than it is in EPCOT and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Disney Genie has launched! Beyond that, there are a few Individual Attraction Selections that typically do not see long enough lines to warrant a purchase. Expedition Everest in Animal Kingdom, for instance, typically has a shorter standby wait and has a single rider line option as well. Lightning Lane Entrance True, there are some times that purchasing Lightning Lane access will be right for you, but don’t make the mistake of overspending on Genie+ and Individual Attraction Selections. Click here to learn more about Disney Genie! 2. Forgetting To Take Advantage of Added Time in The Parks We also saw the introduction of Early Theme Park Entry for all resort guests and Extended Theme Park Hours for deluxe resort guests. If you’re staying in a Disney World Resort hotel, it’s important that you don’t forget to take advantage of this extra time in the theme parks! Early Entry Sign All resort guests get entry to the theme park for which they have a Disney Park Pass 30 minutes early of posted opening time. During the holidays, this time was increased to 60 mins for a limited time. You can get on one or two high-demand rides in that time, so it’s a high-value perk! If you’re hoping to maximize your park day, getting to the park in time for your early entry is a must. Hollywood Studios Entrance Also, don’t make the mistake of expecting everything to be open during the early entry time! Each of the parks opens a select few attractions and areas, so read up on what’s available before heading to the park. Early Entry Crowds If you’re a deluxe resort guest, you get even MORE time in the theme parks with Extended Evening Theme Park Hours on select dates. Extended hours typically take place in EPCOT or Magic Kingdom on Mondays and Wednesdays. You can see the full schedule so you don’t miss out right here! Want to learn more about extra theme park time? Click here! 3. Paying Too Much To Get To/From The Airport At the start of 2022, Disney World’s Magical Express airport shuttle service for resort guests will be discontinued. So, getting to and from the airport becomes a bigger planning point. Don’t make the mistake of forgetting to plan or choosing the wrong mode of transportation! Magical Express Our options will become taking a rideshare like Lyft or Uber, taking a taxi, using a shuttle bus service like the upcoming Mears Connect service, or just renting a car. Unfortunately, all of these options are a LOT more expensive than the previously free Magical Express service. ©Mears You’ll want to compare pricing with each option and think about your party when it comes to planning this. We’ve broken down all of the options right here to help with your research! If you don’t plan and don’t compare pricing, you could end up paying WAY too much to catch your flight. To learn more about getting to and from the airport, click here! 4. Not Charging Your Phone Okay, this one isn’t a NEW new mistake, but it will be a BIGGER mistake than before! You have to, have to, have to keep your phone charged in Disney World — even if that means bringing a spare charger in your park bag! Phone Charger You will likely be relying on your phone a LOT in Disney World. You’ve got the free Genie system, Genie+, wait times, dining reservations, mobile check-in, mobile dine check-in, mobile walk-up waitlist, park maps, festival guides, showtimes, mobile order, and MORE all in the My Disney Experience app. FuelRods can be found all around the parks! Losing access to all that because your phone died could be a big bummer. Tote along a mobile charger or swing by a Fuel Rod kiosk to pick one up to make sure you’re never stuck without your phone. Click here to learn more about Mobile Order! 5. Waiting to See The Menu At The Restaurant There have been a LOT of changes to Disney World menus. Don’t forget to take a look at the menu before committing to a meal at a Disney World restaurant; that could be a big mistake! Appetizers from California Grill’s 50th Anniversary prix-fixe menu For one, your favorite eats from two years ago might not be around anymore (not to mention that your favorite restaurants could even still be closed). And on top of that, several restaurants have shifted to a prix fixe model including Be Our Guest and California Grill. Don’t show up to these spots expecting a standard menu and find yourself locked in! Want to see more about California Grill’s new menu? Click here! 6. Watching Fireworks From The Wrong Spot TWO new fireworks shows have arrived in Disney World lately so you’re ol’ reliable fireworks-watching spot might not be the best anymore. You might be used to watching EPCOT fireworks from the United Kingdom Pavilion or Magic Kingdom fireworks from the hub in front of Cinderella Castle. Disney Enchantment has arrived in Magic Kingdom! Those spots might not be the best anymore! We like watching EPCOT’s Harmonious from Italy or the front of World Showcase and Disney Enchantment is actually better viewed from the top of Main Street, U.S.A.. That way, you can see all of the Main Street projections, the Castle projections, and the fireworks! To see more of Enchantment, click here! 7. Not Checking for Reservations and Walk-Up Waitlists You certainly don’t want to wing it if you’re hoping to dine in a table-service restaurant. Reservations are HARD to get in Disney World. Make sure you book your Advance Dining Reservations in advance so you make sure you can get into your favorite spot! This is 60 days in advance (plus the length of stay for resort guests). Hollywood Brown Derby If you can’t get a reservation you don’t want, don’t make the mistake of giving up. Keep checking those reservations! People cancel all the time and you never know when a desirable time and place will open up! Homecomin And if you STILL can’t get a reservation, make sure you check to see if the restaurant of choice has a walk-up waitlist in the My Disney Experience app. Day-of, you can then join the walk-up waitlist and get a table as long as it isn’t full! Click here to learn about the Mobile Dine Walk-Up Waitlist! If you are headed to Disney World in 2022, we hope you have a GREAT time and that this advice is helpful! As always, keep an eye on DFB for the latest tips, tricks, and planning advice. Want to see some of the biggest changes coming to Disney World next year? 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! Preorder 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 preorder 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. Headed to Disney World in 2022? Tell us in the comments! The post 7 New Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make in Disney World in 2022 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is HUGE! In just one day, you can rack up thousands of steps as you hop from place to place. Not only that, but you have to wake up pretty early if you want to rope drop, make a Lightning Lane selection, or grab a boarding group for a new attraction! Between all that walking and the EARLY mornings in the parks, most guests are pretty tired by the end of the day. It’s a HAPPY day in the Magic Kingdom! Since Disney World reopened in 2020, a popular (and maybe underrated) form of Disney transportation did not return…until NOW! After a long day in the Magic Kingdom, your feet are going to thank you for this! It’s FINALLY happening! The Disney World trams are back in service at Magic Kingdom. The parking trams transport guests from the parking lots to the front of all four Disney parks. It may not seem like a big deal, but being able to sit down after a long day of standing makes a BIG difference! They’re BACK! We can’t talk about the return of the trams without mentioning the INCREDIBLE Cast Members who operate them! If you’re lucky, you might even end up with a talented Cast Member who serenades you along the way, or tells some classic Disney jokes! The parking trams are practically their own attraction! We Cast Members! The trams usually continue to run back and forth for one extra hour after park closure. Keep in mind that you can also walk to and from the parking lot if you’re in a hurry! Hello, red tram! The trams at the other three theme parks are not set to return until the new year, but we’ll let you know when they’re back! We’re SO happy to see the trams up and running again! Be sure to stay tuned for more Disney news and updates. PHOTOS & VIDEO: A Special Guest Crashed a Cavalcade in Disney World Today! 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! Preorder 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 preorder 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 used the Disney trams? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS & VIDEO: Disney World's Parking Trams are FINALLY Back! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Early Theme Park Entry is a free perk for Disney World Resort Hotel guests that lets them get into the parks half an hour early! A foggy morning at Magic Kingdom! This, along with Extended Evening Hours for Deluxe Resort guests, is one of the many reasons that it can pay off to stay at a Disney resort. Starting today, Early Theme Park Entry is going to be even better because of an added bonus! From December 19th, 2021 to January 3rd, 2022, Early Theme Park Entry will let Disney World Resort Hotel guests to enter the parks for a whole hour before opening! This is a major bonus for anyone staying at a Disney hotel, you can squeeze in a TON of rides during that time without using Genie+. Resort Guest? Right this way! The extra time will be a big help for anyone visiting the parks during the holidays, especially with the big crowds we’ve been seeing lately! Although not every ride is open during Early Theme Park Entry, major attractions like Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Space Mountain, Frozen Ever After, Test Track, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, Slinky Dog Dash, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Avatar Flight of Passage, DINOSAUR, and Expedition Everest are available, along with many other rides. FULL List of Rides Available During Early Theme Park Entry! We headed into Disney’s Hollywood Studios this morning to check out the new extended version of Early Theme Park Entry! Getting into the park was pretty easy, with crowds being minimal at the entrance. It’s important to note, however, we arrived at the park about 10-20 minutes after rope drop. It was SUPER easy to get into the park this morning! Inside the park, some sections felt like a ghost town! It wasn’t particularly crowded anywhere we went, but there were some sections of the park that were just empty. Of course, you can always expect more people in areas like Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and Toy Story Land. Hey…where is everybody? Of course, we had to ride some attractions during our extra time in the parks! We started off with Tower of Terror, which had a posted wait time of 10 minutes, but it only took us 6 minutes to get on the ride (including the time for the preshow). Later on, the wait was changed to 5 minutes. Tower of Terror had a whopping 5-minute wait! Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster also had a posted wait time of 10 minutes, but it was only 7 minutes because the preshow was not running. We just headed straight to the coaster! It was only 10 minutes for Rock n Rollercoasters Finally, right before the park opened to the general public, we headed over to Slinky Dog Dash which, although having a posted wait time of 50 minutes, actually took us only 33 minutes to get on! We were able to get on three major attractions at Hollywood Studios before the park opened (and you could get on even more if you wanted to!), so that goes to show you how great of a perk this is. Was Slinky Dog Dash really 50 minutes? Take advantage of this added perk to make the most of your holiday Disney trip! Plus, the extra time in the parks can also free up your day to enjoy the holiday festivities like EPCOT’s International Festival of the Holidays, the Candlelight Processional, and all the delicious holiday treats (can you tell we like Disney food?). Bûche de Noël from the Festival of the Holidays! Be sure to use this bonus if you’re staying at the Disney World Resort Hotels from December 19th to January 3rd! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned here for more. 5 Important Tips For Early Theme Park Entry in Disney World Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! 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Wait, wasn’t it just the start of 2021 like two seconds ago? And didn’t we just celebrate Halloween? How on earth is it almost 2022?!?! Cinderella Castle Well, whether you’re prepared for 2022 or not, the new year is a comin’! We’ve already seen 2022 merchandise released online, New Year’s Eve celebrations announced for Disney World, and 2022 discounts shared. If you’re planning a trip to Disney World in 2022 you want to make sure you get the BEST, most tasty snacks while you’re there, right? Well, we’ve got you covered! Here’s our FULL list of the must-get Disney World dishes and snacks for 2022! NEW Dishes and Restaurants We’ll start off with some new dishes or new restaurants that arrived in Disney World in 2021 that you won’t want to miss out on next year. Space 220 Space 220 opened in EPCOT in 2021. A visit to this new spot involves a trip on a space elevator(!!) and some awesome atmosphere all around. But, there are some seriously delicious dishes to get here too. We’ve eaten EVERYTHING (literally, EVERY. SINGLE. THING.) on the menus here. The two items we’d highly recommend you get in 2022 are the Blue Moon Cauliflower (seriously, SUCH an epic appetizer)… Blue Moon Cauliflower …and the 1.5 lbs Baked Whole Lobster Stuffed with Jumbo Crab (an additional cost of $20, offered only at dinner). Baked Whole Lobster Stuffed with Jumbo Crab from Space 220 Want more Space 220 details? Check out our FULL review of the lunch menu, full review of the dinner menu, and full review of the lounge! See our ranking of every dish on Space 220’s dinner menu from worst to best! Steakhouse 71 Over at Disney’s Contemporary Resort you’ll find the NEW Steakhouse 71 (the replacement for The Wave…of American Flavors). You can grab a number of dishes from this new spot (or its lounge) but our 2 main picks are the French Onion Soup (seriously PACKED with flavor and one of the best we’ve had in Disney World recently)… Look at that cheesy goodness! …and the Stack Burger (it’s a burger topped with pork belly and lots of cheese, it’s greasy and WONDERFUL). Stack Burger Want to know about more of the menu options at Steakhouse 71? Click here for our full lunch review and here for our dinner review. Click here to see more about Steakhouse 71! The Plaza Restaurant At The Plaza Restaurant in Magic Kingdom you can find some delicious, classic dishes (like those Plaza Loaded Fries — not new, but a total must-get in our opinion). In terms of newer dishes, this restaurant is home to a very special 50th Anniversary treat that we LOVE — the 50th Anniversary Monte Cristo! Monte Cristo! Cheesy, greasy, delicious. It’s the deep-fried sandwich we can absolutely get behind, and we’re so glad that we can now get this version of the classic treat in Disney World (not just in Disneyland, where it’s already a staple). Click here to see our FULL review of the Monte Cristo! Aloha Isle Aloha Isle (also in Magic Kingdom) is home to DOLE Whips (not a new treat, but another must-get), but this year it also got a special new 50th Anniversary treat that we’ve really enjoyed. The Tropical Serenade has successfully serenaded us and become a must-get treat in our opinion! Hello Beautiful This wonderful treat is made of POG juice, coconut soft serve, and a pineapple upside-down cake pop. It’s tropical, tasty, and a total win! Check out our full review of this treat here! Spring Roll Cart The Spring Roll Cart in Magic Kingdom is another spot with some old favorites, but it’s also home to the new 50th Anniversary Celebration Spring Roll, and believe us when we say this is one you won’t want to miss. Spring rolls This new spring roll features pastrami and pepper jack with a mustard dipping sauce. If you love pastrami, we think this is one you’ll love! Get all the details on these new spring rolls here! Gideon’s Bakehouse It feels like we’ve been talking about the famously enormous cookies from Gideon’s Bakehouse for ages, but the Disney Springs location of this popular spot has been open for just about a year and we couldn’t be more thrilled. While there are so many delicious things to eat here, we’d like to highlight (1) the Peanut Butter Cold Brew Coffee (if you love peanut butter and want a coffee that’s right down the middle in terms of strength and sweetness, this is IT)… Peanut Butter Cold Brew …and (2) the GIANT cookies. Everyone seems to have their own favorite. For some of our reporters, the morning-exclusive Coffee Cake Cookie is the go-to — crumbly, not too sweet, gooey, and wonderful! (Though note that one member of our team is not a fan — you can’t win ’em all!) Gideon’s Bakehouse Grand Opening There are lots of cookie (and giant cake slice!) flavors to pick from though. Which one is your favorite? Click here to see more of our thoughts on Gideon’s Bakehouse! Everglazed Also relatively new to Disney Springs is Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew. We’ve enjoyed a number of their donuts (though they can be pricey), but if we had to pick 1 must-get item from this spot we’d recommend The Grilled Cheeeeeese (it’s actually spelled that way!) on a glazed donut. Grilled Cheeeeese It might sound weird, but it TOTALLY works. Salty cheese + sweet donut = one magical treat. It’s something we think you’ll get once and then dream about in the future. Check out our full review of Everglazed here! La Crêperie de Paris Finally, we end our “new” category with La Crêperie de Paris and its to-go option Crêpes À Emporter in EPCOT. These spots opened up in 2021 in the expanded France area, close to Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. From to to-go section (Crêpes À Emporter), our picks would probably be the Cream of Brie Cheese Galette… Brie Galette! …or the Bechamel, Cheese, and Ham Galette(you know we love our cheese!). MORE Cheese! From the sit-down restaurant, the Savoyarde Galette is a good pick for those who love caramelized onions (Raclette cheese, onions, and imported Bayonne Ham), but it all depends on your tastes. If you’re looking for more of a fish-based option they have that, and there are other picks there too. The Savoyarde Galette Want to learn more about La Crêperie de Paris? Check out our video below! Long-Time Favorites But, it’s not all about new dishes. There are some classics and long-time favorite dishes we think you should also grab in 2022! We’ll go through these a bit more rapid-fire, but be sure to click on those links to see full reviews and more of our thoughts on these dishes. Here are some returning classics you’ve got to check out: Mickey Beignets: Scat Cat’s Club Cafe, Disney’s Port Orleans Resort –French Quarter Is that enough sugar? We’re not sure. Noodles, Bread Pudding, and More — ‘Ohana, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Our favorite noodles Bisque de Homard (Lobster Bisque in a Bread Bowl) — Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie, France, EPCOT Bisque de Homard Tonga Toast — Capt. Cook’s or Kona Cafe, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Tonga Toast! Pulled Pork Nachos — Capt. Cook’s, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Pulled Pork Nachos Baked Mac and Cheese with Pulled Pork — Flame Tree Barbecue, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Baked Macaroni and Cheese Indian-Style Bread Service — Sanaa, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Bread and sauces — you could seriously make a meal out of just this DOLE Whip — Multiple Locations Legendary Salted Caramel Cupcake (currently with a 50th Anniversary makeover and called the 50th Celebration Cupcake) — Karamell-Küche, Germany, EPCOT 50th Celebration Cupcake with Werther’s Caramel Ronto Wrap (including the new breakfast and lunch versions) — Ronto Roasters, Disney’s Hollywood Studios This wrap might change your life Totchos — Woody’s Lunch Box, Disney’s Hollywood Studios Totchos No Way Jose Sundae — Beaches and Cream Soda Shop, Disney’s Beach Club Resort No Way Jose…in a Goblet! Troll Horn — Kringla Bakeri og Cafe, EPCOT Troll Horn Maple Popcorn — Canada Popcorn Cart, EPCOT This is a must have when you go to EPCOT Cupcake (can vary seasonally) from BoardWalk Bakery (Disney’s BoardWalk) or Contempo Cafe (Disney’s Contemporary Resort) It’s so cute! We could go on for a WHILE about the most delicious snacks. Suffice it to say, there are a lot of tasty things to eat in Disney World! Honorable Mentions In terms of honorable mentions, we’ve got to throw out the food at the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser when that opens in 2022. I mean, there’s BLUE SHRIMP. We gotta know what these creations taste like! WOW ©Disney There are also some great 50th Anniversary items we didn’t mention above that are worth a try! What snacks and dishes are you most excited to try in 2022? Tell us in the comments! Will the Disney Dining Plan return in 2022? Here’s everything we know! 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! Preorder 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 preorder 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 snacks and dishes are you most excited to try in 2022? Tell us in the comments! The post Here Are Your Must-Get Disney World Dishes for 2022 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Although Disney World will always be the Most Magical Place On Earth, sometimes things happen that are less than magical. The PeopleMover was evacuated for mechanical issues months before Disney World’s closures began! Sometimes it’s just a matter of animatronics not working on rides. Sometimes, it’s animatronics being removed from rides and replaced with something bizarre (Plant Donald, we’re looking at you). Sometimes it’s a ride that just outright breaks down. And for the latter, rides will often get evacuated. If you’ve never been on a Disney World ride that got evacuated, we’re going to share some videos with you to show you what it’s like. And you’ll see that sometimes it’s not as bad as it sounds — sometimes you get to see parts of the ride you wouldn’t normally get to see — a little peek backstage. Magic Kingdom PeopleMover Okay, so it’s highly likely that one of the rides to get evacuated the most at Disney World recently is the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover. This ride goes down A LOT, people. Most recently, one of our readers, Amanda, was riding on the PeopleMover and shared her experience with the ride’s evacuation. And she shared a video with us. We were eventually evacuated from the station and directed to alternate transportation by Cast Members — we ended up taking a bus with a “Resort Monorail” sign on it to Magic Kingdom — and yes, that kinda’ amused us. See Photos & Videos of the Reopening of the EPCOT Monorail If you do end up on a ride that’s stuck or breaks down, be sure to wait for Cast Members to instruct you on what to do next. Never take matters into your own hands! So these videos should give you an idea of what it’s like to be evacuated from a ride. And if it happens to you, we hope you’re better prepared on knowing what to expect. 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! Preorder 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 preorder your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever been evacuated from a Disney World ride? Tell us about your experience in the comments! The post VIDEOS: See What It’s Like to Be Evacuated Off of 6 Disney World Rides first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is known for change. Walt Disney’s wonderland has ALWAYS been about innovation and evolution, but never have we seen the kind of change Disney World went through in 2020 and 2021! Main Street crowds Through ALLLL the ups and downs over these past two years, there were a LOT of game-changing moments and epic changes like never before. This leaves us wondering what the future holds… . Since the start of 2020, which feels like a DECADE ago, there have been significant changes throughout Disney World — some good, some bad, some sad. Disney’s Hollywood Studios 2021 saw its own set of changes, and 2022 looks to follow suit! So let’s look back over the past couple of years and compare and contrast all the changes that have happened — and continue to happen — in Disney World! 2020 New Rides and Restaurants (Or Lack Thereof) At the beginning of 2020, things started off like any other typical year for Disney World. Fresh off another beautiful holiday season, the Most Magical Place on Earth was preparing to unleash a bevy of exciting new attractions! And news that was released from the 2019 D23 Expo had everyone excited for all of the new additions announced for the parks. Ya know, right before the global pandemic knocked it all off the rails. Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway The hot NEW attraction was Mickey & Minnie’s Runway Railway, a dazzling display of animation innovation in the historic building that previously contained The Great Movie Ride at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Opening day lines were LONG, and while some begrudged the ride for replacing an iconic cinematic experience, the technology and skill on display here are undeniable. Lines aren’t quite as long nowadays Over in EPCOT, we were psyched to see the arrival of a new restaurant in the American Adventure in World Showcase, as Regal Eagle Smokehouse finally took flight! Regal Eagle Smokehouse feast Of course, both of these newbies had the misfortune of opening mere weeks before COVID-19 shut down Disney World for an unprecedented length of time, resulting in a whole NEW kind of park when it finally reopened in July. Safety Changes Disney World has always prioritized safety for its guests. Not only is it one of the SAFEST places you can be in Florida during a hurricane, but things like guard railings, warning signs, and first-aid stations are abundant. They even sometimes give out FREE sunscreen on days when it’s particularly scorching! The castle stays right here, even when it hurricanes. But the pandemic really put Disney’s safety capabilities to a whole new test. When the parks began their historic reopening in July 2020, guests were met with new protocols and safety structures like we’ve never seen. Dinosaur Queue with social distancing floor markers At this point, it seems so long ago that they seem so normal, but back in the summer of 2020, the omnipresence of plexiglass dividers, social distancing floor markers, signage reminding you to wear your face masks, and QR code menu scanners was TOTALLY different. Plexiglass at Slinky Dog Dash Additionally, Disney World began using a Park Pass Reservation System for crowd control in the parks, they drastically reduced the window for making Advanced Dining Reservations, paused the purchase of new Annual Passes, did away with FastPasses, and increased their focus on Mobile Orders for food. Mobile Order Pick-Up Stations With so many new safety protocols in place — and diligent Cast Members reminding everyone to cover their noses and mouths at all times — Disney was tasked with innovating new ways to operate their rides safely, an especially challenging task for rides that necessitate close contact and small spaces, like Smugglers Run, Rise of the Resistance, and The Haunted Mansion (the Stretching Room took a hiatus). It’s starting! Because of this herculean task, the phased reopening meant certain rides took longer to update and operate safely. Storm Troopers in Rise of the Resistance On a positive note, it was nice to see the massive extension of the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, which suddenly stretched from summer through late November! 2021 New Rides and Attractions As the global pandemic ebbed and flowed throughout 2020 and into 2021, Disney World continuously adapted accordingly, proving its dexterity and its commitment to public health. EPCOT Considering so many new rides, restaurants, attractions, and enhancements that were SUPPOSED to open in 2020 wound up getting delayed, 2021 saw a LOT more openings. This is also due to safety restrictions being eased. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure took longer than expected The heavy-hitters in 2021 were Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, Space 220, La Crêperie de Paris, Drawn to Life by Cirque du Soleil, and Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs. How the Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Virtual Queue Works in Disney World The Easing of Safety Restrictions Although COVID-19 spikes in 2021 saw more ups and downs than Expedition Everest, Disney World carefully and steadily removed safety items, like social distancing markers and plexiglass, while filling ride vehicles to capacity and loosening face mask requirements. Seven Dwarfs Mine Train By the summer of 2021, things were looking more magical and “normal” at Disney World than they had since February of 2020. Splash Mountain Couple this with the return of dearly missed attractions and experiences, like gingerbread house displays, fireworks, parades, Character Dining, and Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto. Sure, none of these things are as massive and constant as they were pre-2020, but one thing became clear in 2021: the magic was back. UPDATE: Disney World’s Orange County Listed as COVID-19 “Hotspot” New Tech Virtual queues, Mobile Orders, and QR codes became a THING in 2020, and 2021 served to calcify them as mainstays in Disney World — which are likely to stick around. Virtual queue Virtual queues, in particular, have been a game-changer for Disney World. The parks have used it to mitigate crowds for popular attractions like Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and Rise of the Resistance, as well as popular restaurants, like Space 220. Waiting to be put into the virtual queue for Space 220 Another BIG tech change in 2021 was the debut of Disney Genie, a free planning tool on the My Disney Experience app that creates custom itineraries and wish lists for guests, with the intent of making their Disney day as magical and seamless as possible! Disney Genie is here! Sure, it can be a tad overwhelming and confusing for first-timers, especially when you mix in paid upgrades like Genie+ and Individual Attraction Selections and Lightning Lanes, but once you get the hang of it, it can be quite a little miracle-worker! Don’t Want to Read 100 Different Articles About How to Use Disney Genie? Just Read This. Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Then there’s the little thing called the 50th Anniversary Celebration. Disney World had the awkward experience of throwing its biggest celebration in its history in the midst of a global pandemic. Happy Anniversary, Disney World! By October 1st, 2021, more than a year and a half into a pandemic that upended society, the world craved a reason to smile again, to laugh, to hug, and to bask in the magic that only Disney can deliver. 50 Anniversary Character Cavalcade While carefully bringing back fireworks and new Nighttime Spectaculars, and toeing the line between what safety procedures were still needed and which could be dialed back, Disney World was able to pull off their big celebration befitting an epic anniversary! (Though it wasn’t all smooth sailing!) 3 Things That Went Horribly Wrong in Disney World on October 1st…and What Needs To Change Because Of Them 2022 Looking to the Future So what does the future hold for Disney World? Walt and Mickey at MK! If there’s anything 2020 and 2021 have shown us, it’s just how dedicated, innovative, and dexterous Disney really is. It’s the only place on Earth that can simultaneously juggle a global pandemic and a 50th Anniversary Celebration — and provide a safe and joyous experience for all! Icons While the future still feels murky in some regards, Disney seems confident in its ability to deliver awe-inspiring experiences and attractions in the year ahead. Will virtual queues and Mobile Ordering stick around? Most likely. Will Park Pass Reservations ever go away? Time will tell! Cinderella Castle But in the meantime, 2022 looks to be another epic year, with the launch of the Galactic Starcruiser hotel, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and — fingers crossed?? — TRON: Lightcycle Run. Much to look forward to in 2022 All of these new additions will certainly look and feel VERY different, but that’s not just because safety restrictions have altered plans. It’s because Disney continues to adapt and innovate. Stay connected with DFB and we’ll be sure to keep you updated on all of the latest changes, adaptations, and innovations Disney continues to roll out! Disney World’s Current Health and Safety Guidelines for 2022 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which change in Disney World has impressed you the MOST? Let us know in the comments! The post 2021 vs. 2022 in Disney World -- Here's What to Expect. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy Holidays! Freeform has once again brought the ‘merry’ to guests visiting Disney Springs with another photo wall that celebrates their “25 Days of Christmas.” View the full article

Cavalcades have been a great way to meet characters in the Disney Parks while still keeping a safe distance! Hi Pooh Bear! Since the reopening of Walt Disney World last summer, cavalcades have become staple entertainment in the parks, and while they’re scheduled, you never really know who you’re gonna see! We’ve seen tons of different special cavalcades this year for the holidays, Halloween, and the 50th! Today, we got an unexpected visit in the Pixar Pals Motorcade in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Frozone joined the Pixar Pals Motorcade today and we were so excited to spot him! Here he is strutting around Studios! Frozone in Hollywood Studios! Frozone made it just in time for the winter, even though you can barely tell in Orlando. Here’s Frozone in front of the Hyperion Theater! Maybe he read “Frozen” and decided to check it out. Frozone at Frozen We love seeing little surprises like Frozone at the parks! It’s not very often you get to spot this super hero in the parks. We’re always staying up to date on all the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see what’s new in Hollywood Studios! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder 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 preorder 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 seen the Pixar Pals Motorcade? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS & VIDEO: A Special Guest Crashed a Cavalcade in Disney World Today! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hello, everyone! Can you believe it’s almost Christmas? Boy, did it sneak up on us! It’s the most wonderful time of the year… Before we know it, it will be 2022! But until then, we’ll continue to keep an eye on all things 2021 at Disney World, like what’s been going on at the hotels (which are all decorated so beautifully this time of year). So let’s get on with the latest updates! Polynesian Village Resort Merchandise Updates BouTiki We found the cutest Enchanted Tiki Room Notebook. In the Tiki, Tiki, Tiki Room… You can write all your notes down in this notebook for $16.99. Fan-Favorite Holiday Cookies Are BACK at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! Learn More Here! Polynesian Village Resort Other Updates Lobby There was a fun activity set up in the lobby where you can make your own necklace. Fun craft! The activity costs $15 for children and $20 for adults and it includes everything you need to make a Polynesian-inspired necklace. PHOTOS: What Are YOUR Thoughts on the Entrance Makeover at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort?! Wilderness Lodge Merchandise Updates Mercantile When we visited, guests could help Mercantile decorate its tree! And it looks like many people have already chipped in to add their own creative touches. Guest decorations on tree What a fun way to leave your mark at Disney World, right? Here’s The Jaw-Dropping Disney Christmas Tree You WON’T Find In the Parks! Contemporary Resort Food Updates Contempo Cafe The Chocolate Peppermint Yule Log that we LOVE is back on the display and available again on Mobile Order. It’s back! You can grab this delicious holiday treat for $5.49. Read Our Review Of This Holiday Snack Contemporary Resort Merchandise Updates Bayview Gifts We spotted a new Loungefly Contemporary 50th Anniversary Bag. And it’s giving us Monorail vibes! SO cute! This bag is available for $75. Steakhouse 71 Dinner is Already One of Our Favorites in Disney World — Here’s Why! Fort Wilderness Food Updates The Chuck Wagon This isn’t new, but we had to share! There’s a spot OUTSIDE of the parks where you can get Corn Dog Nuggets! And yeah, you know we’re pretty stoked about that. You can grab them at The Chuck Wagon at Fort Wilderness! And they even come with fries! SCORE! Corn Dog Nuggets! This delicious snack is $8.99. And yes, we tried them, and yes, they’re the same Corn Dog Nuggets we know and love. Read More About Our Corn Dog Nugget Discovery Here Fort Wilderness Other Updates We discovered another fun activity at Fort Wilderness — it’s a scavenger hunt. You start with a series of clues. Time to hunt for clues! And once you fill it out, you get a fun button as a prize! Scavenger Hunt Prize This is why we recommend checking out resort activities because there really is a lot of fun stuff to see and do even when you’re not in the parks! Check Out The UNEXPECTED Activity We Spotted in Disney World Today Saratoga Springs Food Updates Artist’s Palette We had a chance to try out the new Peppermint Mousse and although it tasted great, the texture really threw us off. And once we looked at the inside…um…well…it didn’t look appetizing. However, before we bit into it, we found it to be a very pretty snack! It’s pretty, right? But you may want to try it for yourself if you love peppermint — it’s available now for $5.99. Read Our Full Review of the Peppermint Mousse Here Saratoga Springs Merchandise Updates The Artist’s Palette Shop We found another awesome resort bag at Saratoga Springs — here’s the Loungefly Disney Vacation Club Saratoga Springs Bag. DVC Saratoga Springs Bag We love how each of these bags represents its resort with its style! Read Our Review For A 50th Anniversary Item at Olivia’s Cafe Beach Club Resort Food Updates Beach Club Marketplace There’s an adorable Mickey Vanilla Holiday Cupcake available here. Festive cupcake The cupcake is $5.99. The Eggnog Cupcake in Disney World? We’ll Take 10, Thanks! Read Our Review! Beach Club Resort Merchandise Updates Beach Club Marketplace The Red Jewel Velvet Ears are back in stock here. Red velvet! These ears are $29.99. All Your Other Minnie Ears Will Be JEALOUS Of Disney’s Newest Ears — See Photos! Yacht Club Resort Food Updates The Market at Ale & Compass You can get Little Mermaid Cookie Pops! Ariel cookie pops So now you can have a snack with Ariel on it! Here’s What Happens When a Disney World Donut Dreams of Being a Bagel Yacht Club Resort Merchandise Updates The Market at Ale & Compass If you’re looking to represent a little holiday fun, you can get a Mickey Snoap Wand and Light-Up Holiday Lights that hang around your neck. Holiday fun! One can never be too festive this time of year, right? Going to Disney World for the Holidays? Beware of these BUSY Travel Days! Boardwalk Inn Merchandise Updates Thimble and Thread You can now grab NBA Experience Merchandise at Thimble and Thread. NBA Experience Merchandise Of course, that’s probably because the NBA Experience closed at Disney Springs. Art of Animation Food Updates The Drop Off Pool Bar We tried a DELICIOUS, yet unexpected, drink at the pool bar — a Spiked Frozen Peppermint Hot Chocolate, which is made with Svedka Vodka and Bols Peppermint Schnapps blended with Chocolate Ice Cream, topped with Fresh Whipped Cream and Peppermint Sprinkles. It even looks Christmassy And if that sounds good (and we LOVED IT), you can get it now for $13. Read Our Full Review Of This Yummy Drink Art of Animation Merchandise Updates Ink and Paint Those Red Velvet Jeweled Minnie Ears are here, too. Blingy So if you want the blingy ears, you know where to get them! Disney’s NEW 50th Anniversary Minnie Ears Are Online NOW — Click Here For Details Riviera Merchandise Updates La Boutique There’s a Riviera Magnet for $12.99. Rep the Riviera You can also grab a Character Magnet Set for $14.99. Character magnets These Donald and Daisy Plush Keychains are super cute. They’re $12.99 each. SO cute And there’s a new-too-us Disney Vacation Club Loungefly Mini Backpack! DVC Backpack How SWEET is that?!?! You can grab it for $74.99. $1,000 Ears. A $300 Backpack. What’s Next Disney?! Click Here To See What We’re Talking About! Those are all the resort updates we have for now, but we’ll be back soon with more, so don’t go anywhere! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2021 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2021 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: Pre-order of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2021 Food & Wine Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2021 Pre-order for the 2022 Flower and Garden Festival Guide All three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out the FULL List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World This Year See the List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World’s Hotels Get All of the Latest Information about the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays See the Booths, Menus, and Food Photos for the Festival of the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What’s your favorite Disney World resort during the holidays? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Disney World's Hotels: Corn Dog Nuggets, A Boozy Hot Chocolate, and Minnie Ears first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration brought some pretty SWEET merchandise to the parks. And some of that merchandise has been very popular! Happy 50th, Disney World! From the EARidescent ears to the blingy Starbucks Tumblers to some super fancy $100 ornaments, we’ve watched a lot of this merchandise disappear fast. But the good news is that over the 18 months of the celebration, we still expect to see much of these items get restocked. And today, we’ve found a popular item that’s become available again! We’re talking about those gorgeous black and gold 50th Anniversary Starbucks Tumblers. These have been a SUPER popular 50th souvenir, but we happened to stumble upon a restock today! The front features the 50th logo in gold… SO pretty! …while the back has an embossed Starbucks logo on it! Starbucks If you’ve been wanting to get your hands on one of these, we found them at Port of Entry at EPCOT. And we’ve got some great news — there are plenty back in stock!!! TONS are in stock! You can grab one now for $49.99. So if you missed out on getting one before, you just got a second chance. There’s also a good chance that these will probably turn up again at other locations throughout Disney World, too. We’ll certainly be keeping an eye out and let you know when and where we find them! So please stay tuned! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration See Everything That Has Been Announced For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Everything Happening in Disney World on October 1st, 2021 Click Here to See The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary What Does Hotel Availability and Pricing Look Like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? Here Are the 5 News Bombs You May Have Missed Related to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Check Out 10 Things You Need to Bring If You’re Going to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary See How Each of Disney World’s Park Icons Will Transform During the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Will you be grabbing one of these tumblers? Or did you get your hands on one already? Let us know in the comments! The post Missed Out on That 50th Anniversary Starbucks Tumbler? It's BACK in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Sometimes, Disney goes a little bit wild with their ears! $1,000 EARS Whether they’re designed by the Rock, worth $1000 and made with real gold, or the same color as our grandmother’s couch, Disney has made some choice decisions with their iconic ears in the past, ranging from absolutely cool to downright confusing. Today, we’ve got a new set of ears that are the absolute definition of doing the most! At Disney Clothiers on Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland, you can find the new Fuzzy Tie-Dye Ears! These ears have A LOT going on, with fuzz, tie-dye, and plethora of colors. To us, the fuzz screams winter while the tie-dye is more summery, so maybe we can meet in the middle and call these springtime ears? There’s A LOT going on here! On the sides of the headband, you’ll find more tie-dye to compliment the pink fuzz on the inside of the band. These ears definitely have lots to offer, with an abundance of colors and materials that make these ears a unique find! You can buy these for yourself for $29.99. Plenty of fuzz and tie-dye! If you really want to go all out, you can also grab the matching Pink Minnie and Mickey Jacket at World of Disney for $46.99! This is a great way to get that matchy-matchy look and really stand out at the parks. You can get a cute matching set! This isn’t the first time we’ve seen fuzzy pink ears at the Disney parks! Recently, we also saw the Cozy Ears, which feature a white sherpa fuzz over in Disney World. These are like a less busy version of the new tie-dyed ears! The Cozy Ears! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news, from the wacky to the wonderful and everything in between! Stay tuned here for more! Disneyland Magic Key Holders — Prepare to be Celebrated for a WHOLE MONTH Next Year! Disneyland Reviews and Information Click HERE to Check Out Lots of DFB Posts About Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Mask Policy Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Park Check Out Details from the Historic Reopening of Disneyland Resort See What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What do you think about these ears? Are they doing too much or just enough? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Are These Disney Ears Doing Too Much or Just Enough? You Decide. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re back for our weekly roundup of construction updates from Disney World! Walt Disney World Railroad 2021 has definitely been a busy year when it comes to construction around the parks and resorts, but Disney’s not done just yet! There’s plenty more to come in 2022 (including a brand new attraction) and there’s still a lot to fix up in between! So, we’re bringing you a look at all the latest updates — let’s get to it! Magic Kingdom TRON: Lightcycle Run Disney is making progress on Magic Kingdom’s newest roller coaster, TRON: Lightcycle Run every day! Last week, we noticed that a structure next to the track had started to be closed in… What it looked like last week… …and now it’s just about done! There’s still a lot more work to be done here on the canopies outside, but we’re starting to see this attraction really come together. …what it looks like now! There’s been no word on when the ride might open just yet, so it could be a little while longer before we get to hop on our light cycle and race around the track. EPCOT World Nature A lot of EPCOT is under construction right now as the park undergoes a massive transformation, but we’re also noticing some smaller projects taking place throughout the park too. For example, over in World Nature (or what was formerly known as the Imagination Pavilion), a small portion of the pavement was marked up. Still in progress The improvements seem to be mid-process, but this certainly isn’t the first time that we’ve seen Disney make some refurbishments to the pavement in a park in an effort to ensure guests’ safety as they walk around. The Seas And, over near The Seas With Nemo and Friends, one of the water beds was completely drained. It’s all dried up here! Disney routinely drains these water beds to do minor refurbishments throughout the year, so we expect that it will be filled up once again soon. Disney’s Animal Kingdom DinoLand U.S.A. It’s been a little while since we’ve checked in on construction progress over at DinoLand, U.S.A. in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! The former ride, Primeval Whirl, was completely demolished earlier this fall and now the area is blocked off with a full fence along with some additional construction barriers. What could end up going in here? We spoke with a Cast Member who told us that there have been no official plans shared for what this area may become. So, for now, it’s a great spot to rest mid-day or park your stroller while you take advantage of the other attractions in DinoLand. Disney Resorts Disney’s BoardWalk Inn We’ve been bringing you a lot of updates from Disney’s BoardWalk Inn as Disney works to refurbish the walkways surrounding the hotel, but this week we also noticed that there was something being done to the wave building. A portion of the exterior looked as though it was in the middle of being touched up, so we’ll keep an eye out to see what the finished product looks like! Work being done on the wave building And, that’s it for all the construction updates from this week! Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more of the latest updates on what’s coming to (and leaving) Disney World soon! Check Out All the Attractions That Will Are CLOSED in Disney World This December 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! Preorder 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 preorder your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. When is your next Disney World trip? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: See the Construction Progress On the TRON Ride and MORE in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We love us some Disney dogs! Good Boy, Pluto! Obviously we love Pluto, Goofy, Nana, Bolt, a TON of Dalmatians, a Lady, a Tramp, and even the little footstool from Beauty and the Beast,but to be honest, our favorite has to be Disney World Corn Dog Nuggets! We’ve been a fan of this iconic Casey’s Corner snack for what feels like forever and we’re always on the lookout for corn dog nuggs in unexpected places, which is why we’re trying some at…a gas station?! Corn Dog Nuggets are an issue that we take really seriously over here, and it’s our mission to investigate every single place that adds corn dog nuggs to the menu in or around the Disney parks! The latest corn dog nuggets popped up just outside of the Magic Kingdom at the Speedway Gas Station. Corn Dog Nuggets!!!! Of course, we had to order them with a side of cheese to see how they match up against Casey’s Corner’s Corn Dog Nuggets, and at $2.99 for the corn dogs and $0.59 for the cheese sauce, it is a significantly cheaper option that doesn’t require a parks ticket. The small order gets you 6 corn dog nuggets, and the large gets you 12, which for a dollar extra, is a steal! Speedway Cafe Menu Here’s the full menu of snacks you can get at Speedway! We were also able to order on these touch screens. Touch Screen menu at Speedway The process was super easy, and in no time we had Corn Dog Nuggets! Here’s what everything we got looked like, but let’s see how it tasted! Corn Dog Nuggets at Speedway! If you’re expecting the exact same Corn Dog Nuggets you can find in the parks, you might be a bit disappointed. These nuggets were still hot and fresh when we got them, but they were definitely different than the classic Disney ones. Corn Dog Nuggets and Cheese! The cheese sauce we got was also a little different than advertised. They were out of the cheese sauce when we went, so we were given little cups for nacho cheese. The nuggets themselves weren’t as good as the Disney ones, but they did remind us of something… . Casey’s Corner in Magic Kingdom! A few years back, Casey’s Corner swapped out their regular beef corn dog nuggets for chicken ones, and they looked…sickly to say the least. The taste wasn’t awful, but we’ve come to expect nothing but the best when it comes to corn dog nuggs at Casey’s. Thankfully, those corn dog nuggets were swapped out for the regular ones shortly after. The nuggets we tried at Speedway were super similar to the weird Casey’s ones. Sickly, pale Casey’s Corn Dogs However, if you were a fan of the short-lived chicken corn dog nuggets, then these might be right up your alley! The hot dog seemed to be made out of chicken or turkey. Speedway Corn Dog Nugget Overall, if you’re loyal to Disney corn dog nuggets, these might be a disappointment, but if you’re a corn dog connoisseur, then give these a try! We probably won’t be heading back any time soon because we didn’t feel too hot after eating these, but try them and let us know what you think! We’re always staying up to date with all the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to read out review of Disney’s Tropical Nachos! 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! Preorder 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 preorder 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 gonna try the Speedway Corn Dog Nuggets? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: These Corn Dog Nuggs Right Outside Magic Kingdom Brought Back Bad Memories... first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World has had some exciting reopenings lately. Magic Kingdom A major ride at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is now up and running, and both Boatwright’s Dining Hall and Story Book Dining are open at their respective Disney World hotels. Even though we’ve seen some reopenings, a few attractions and hotels are still unavailable. Let’s take a look at what’s going to be closed in Disney World next week! There’s just one ride that’s scheduled to be closed in Disney World next week, and it’s in the Magic Kingdom. Magic Kingdom The Walt Disney World Railroad is still closed, and it will likely remain closed for a while. Fantasyland Station of the Walt Disney World Railroad We’ve seen a few updates about this attraction, including some testing that Cast Members have already begun in the park. Although the railroad closed down due to construction on TRON: Lightcycle Run over in Tomorrowland, Disney took the time to do some refurbishments and other work on the attraction. WDW Railroad train update at Destination D23 There isn’t an opening date for the railroad yet, and it’s likely that the ride won’t open until the construction on the TRON coaster is complete. Disney has not given a completion date for TRON either. Click Here to Learn More About the Walt Disney World Railroad Testing EPCOT Over in EPCOT’s World Showcase, the gift shop Souk-al-Magreb in the Morocco pavilion is still closed as well. Souk-al-Magreb This gift shop usually sells a variety of colorful souvenirs inspired by Morocco, but it’s been closed for a long time now. Disney’s calendar shows that it will reopen on February 6th, 2022. Still closed! The closure could be due to supply issues, which we’ve seen affect other areas in Disney World as well. The Beverly Sunset Boutique in Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been closed for a while as well because of a shortage of merchandise. Click Here to Learn More About the Supply Shortages in Disney World Disney World Hotels Almost all of the Disney World hotels have reopened! Just one has remained closed: Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort. The other All-Star Resorts — Music and Movies — have reopened already. All-Star Sports All-Star Sports was supposed to reopen this month, but Disney pushed back their return due to more refurbishments happening inside the hotel. We’re not sure when this hotel could be back open, but we’ll keep you updated as soon as we hear more updates. Click Here to See a Room Tour of Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort Over at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, the DVC villas are getting some updates, including a new pull-down bed in the living room to allow for more sleeping space. ©Disney These refurbishments began in November, and Disney hasn’t announced yet when they’ll be finished. Click Here to Check Out the NEW DVC Villas Coming to the Grand Floridian in 2022 That’s it for this week’s update on everything that’s going to be closed in Disney World next week! Keep up with DFB, and we’ll let you know about any unexpected closures that we see in the parks as well. Click Here to See a Construction Update on TWO New Disney World Thrill Rides 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! Preorder 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 preorder 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 hotel? Let us know in the comments! The post 3 Long-Term Closures Continue In Disney World Next Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

What’s goin’ on, DFB fam? We made it through another week! Slinky Dog Dash! The Disney parks always keep us on our toes with all the new things going on, so here’s a round-up of everything that happened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios over the last few days! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Construction Update We saw a couple things pop up around the park and they’re super exciting! We are just a few days shy of the return of the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! We just spotted the Lightning Lane sign at the entrance, and it’s just making us more and more excited for Indy to come back! Lightning Lane sign at the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! We can’t wait for this Hollywood Studios staple experience to come back on December 19th! Click here to read everything you need to know about the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular’s Return! Indy isn’t the only classic George Lucas character that made an appearance in Studios. We spotted these The Book of Boba Fett signs in the Disney Junior/Star Wars Launch Bay area! Boba Fett signs at Studios Those are all of the new things we spotted construction-wise in Studios, so let’s move on to merchandise! When Will You Be Able to Watch The Book of Boba Fett? Click here to find out! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Merchandise Update Disney is gonna keep churning out merch for the rest of the year for those holiday season crowds, so let’s check out the new items we spotted! Dark Room We spotted quite a few things at Dark Room, starting with this R2D2 Magic Band! New R2D2 Magic Band at Dark Room Here’s a closer look at R2D2. R2D2 Magic Band The R2D2 Magic Band is $29.99! Here are some of the other Magic Bands at Dark Room right now. Magic Bands at Dark Room The next thing we found was this Windows of Main Street U.S.A. Pin! This one is The Musical Quill Window. It’s a little strange finding Main Street merch in a park that has no Main Street, but hey, it’s a cute pin! You can get it now for $19.99. Windows of Main Street pin at Dark Room We also found a couple of different 50th Anniversary magnets at Dark Room! This one features tons of characters and icons from all around Walt Disney World. You can get this one for $14.99. 50th Anniversary Magnet We’re not gonna lie, from far away, we totally thought this magnet was a sleeping mask. But it’s not! It’s a super cool magnet with tons of different elements from the parks spelling out Disney! This one is also $14.99. 50th Anniversary Magnet Now, this last thing isn’t new, but it is restocked! Head on over to Dark Room to find these Red Velvet Holiday Ears! Red Velvet Ears are Stocked! That’s all we found at Dark Room, but we’re just getting started with merch! Get a better look at the Red Velvet Minnie Ears! Celebrity 5 & 10 Over at Celebrity 5 & 10, we found the Mary Blair Alice in Wonderland collection! This collection celebrates the 70th anniversary of Alice in Wonderland and features concept art by the ICONIC Disney artist behind “it’s a small world”! Mary Blair Alice in Wonderland Collection at Celebrity 5 & 10 Here’s a closer look at some of the items in the collection! Alice in Wonderland at Celebrity 5 & 10 The collection features tons of kitchen items to help you have your very own Alice in Wonderland inspired tea party! Mary Blair Collection Here’s some more of the Mary Blair items! Alice in Wonderland Mary Blair Collection That’s all for Celebrity 5 & 10! See more merch from this Mary Blair-inspired collection! Dok Ondar’s Den of Antiquities Our next update is from Dok Ondar’s Den of Antiquities, and the news isn’t new merchandise, but rather lack of merchandise. Right now, the only character lightsabers that are available are Rey’s and Leia’s. Rey and Leia Sabers at Dok Ondar’s Pick up these epic Star Wars ladies’ lightsabers at Dok Ondar’s now! Rey and Leia Lightsabers That’s all for Dok Ondar’s! Onward! Check out Disney’s REAL Lightsaber in action! Keystone Clothiers Over at Keystone Clothiers, we found some new toys from Marvel’s What If…? This one is T’Challa from the T’Challa Star-lord episode! T’Challa Star-Lord toy The other one is Doctor Strange! Both of these are available at Keystone Clothiers for $24.99. Doctor Strange What If Toy That’s all we found at Keystone! FULL List of the New Marvel Shows Coming to Disney+! Sunset Club Couture Over at Sunset Club Couture, we found a ton of new jewelry, starting with this Princess Bracelet Set! This is $24.99. Princess Bracelet Set They also had this earring set for $24.99. Earring set at Sunset Club This set of matching Minnie ear necklaces are $29.99. Minnie Ear Necklace Set at Sunset Club This set of villain rings is $24.99! Villain Ring Set That’s all for jewelry, but we also found this super cozy zip-up Mickey Fleece Jacket! Mickey Fleece Zip-up Jacket We’re not sure you’ll need a jacket this warm in Orlando, but if you have to travel back to somewhere cold this winter, this cozy Mickey jacket is perfect! It’s available now for $64.99. Mickey Fleece Zip-up Jacket That’s it for Sunset Club! Here is some of the most iconic Disney jewelry! Legends of Hollywood Over at Legends of Hollywood, we found this luxurious Luxe LOGO 50th Anniversary Track Suit! Luxe Logo track suit Here’s the pants with a closer view of the Luxe LOGO! Luxe Logo pants Here’s the logo on the front of the top! It’s not called Luxe LOGO for nothin’ Here’s the back of the top! Back of Luxe LOGO Track suit This track suit is available now at Legends of Hollywood! Click here to see more pictures of this track suit! Rock Around the Shop At Rock Around the Shop, we found some merchandise that is exclusive to Cast Members! You can customize these phone cases, but only if you’re a Cast Member! Cast Member Anniversary Phone Cases Here’s a closer look at one of the cases. This is such a cool way for Cast Members to commemorate working the 50th Anniversary, so head over to Rock Around the Shop if you want one! Cast Member exclusive phone case That’s all for Rock Around the Shop! Take a look at the 50th Anniversary Cast Member name tags! Tower Gifts None of this stuff at Tower Gifts is new per se, but this spooky Haunted Mansion display was not there before! Haunted Mansion merch at Tower Gifts If riding one spooky Disney attraction (The Tower of Terror,) has you missing another spooky attraction in another park (Haunted Mansion,) then you can commemorate it with some sweet Mansion merch! The Closest You’ll Ever Get to Staying the Night INSIDE Disney’s Haunted Mansion Tatooine Traders The last place we found new merchandise was at Tatooine Traders! We found this BB8 Jacket, which you can get now for $39.99. New BB8 Jacket at Tatooine Traders Here’s a closer look at BB8 on this jacket! This is how I roll! The last new merchandise update is that if you were hoping to snag the Chewbacca ears, you better hurry! They’re running pretty low over at Tatooine Traders! Only a few left! Get the Chewie ears before they’re gone! Click here to see more pictures of the Wookie Ears and to see how you can buy them online! Those are all of the new updates we have for Disney’s Hollywood Studios! We’re always staying up to date with everything happening in the Disney Parks, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see what’s new at the Magic Kingdom! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder 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 preorder 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. 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It’s the holiday season in Disney World, and there is SO much to do! It’s the holiday season! You can see giant gingerbread houses, awesome decorations, and even Santa Claus! There are fun ride overlays to enjoy, an After Hours event to party at, and a ton of delicious foods to try. It’s an exciting time for sure, and if you’re going to be in the Most Magical Place on Earth on the actual day of Christmas, you need to be prepared! So, let’s take a look at what to expect on Christmas Day in Disney World! Park Hours If you’re going to be in Disney World on Christmas Day, you need to pay attention to the park hours! Magic Kingdom is open from 9AM to 11PM, EPCOT is open from 9:30AM to 10PM, Hollywood Studios is open from 8:30AM to 9PM, and Animal Kingdom is open from 8AM to 8PM. Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park is also open from 10AM to 5PM on Christmas Day, and Disney Springs is open from 10AM to 11:30PM. ©Disney Keep in mind that you still cannot park hop until 2PM and you can only park hop if the park you’re going to isn’t at capacity. Crowds Christmas Day is an extremely popular time for people to be at Disney World, so definitely expect crowds! To ensure you stay a little bit ahead of the curve, we suggest you rope drop the park you’re planning on visiting. Main Street U.S.A. And, remember, if you’re a Disney hotel guest, you can get into the parks 60 minutes before the parks open with Early Theme Park Entry. People not staying at a Disney hotel should also be aware of this perk, because hotel guests will be able to enter the parks before you, so take that into account when it comes to rope dropping. Heading into Disney World But, we totally understand if you want to sleep in a bit on Christmas Day! Just know that you might face a few more long lines than you would if you were to rope drop. Living with the Land Line Speaking of long lines, be prepared to find them all around the parks! This is one of the busiest days of the entire year in Disney World, so long lines are to be expected. Come prepared with the mindset that you’re going to be waiting in lines for some rides and maybe have a fun way to pass the time, like playing a game such as Heads Up on your phone! Frozen Ever After Line If you want to minimize your time spent standing in lines, consider buying Disney Genie+ to use throughout the day, especially in a park like Magic Kingdom where there are a lot of rides. Genie+ is the paid system that replaced Disney’s FastPass+ system and allows you to make reservations for the Lightning Lanes (old FastPass+ lanes) of 46 different attractions. It’s $15 per day, per person. Lightning Lane And, for the really popular rides, you can purchase individual Lightning Lane access! For attractions like Rise of the Resistance or Seven Dwarfs Mine Train (which are not included in Genie+), you can pay individually to skip the standby lines. Learn more about how this system works here. A few rides that were pay-per-ride are being moved to the Genie+ list for the holidays as well. Rise of the Resistance Lightning Lane If you want an idea of just how busy it’s going to be, let’s take a look at park pass reservations. For regular theme park tickets, only EPCOT and Animal Kingdom still have park reservations available as of this writing, Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios are completely booked. ©Disney And, the same goes for resort guests! ©Disney As for Annual Passholders, the Incredi Pass is the only one not blocked out for Christmas Day and there are still park reservations available for all 4 parks. ©Disney Going along with crowds, do keep in mind that it’s not uncommon for the parks to hit capacity on Christmas Day. The most popular park is usually Magic Kingdom, so be aware that if you’re planning to park hop there after 2PM, you might be out of luck. We saw Magic Kingdom hit capacity recently on the 50th anniversary, so even with the park reservation system, it can happen if you choose to hop! ©Disney For your best bet, you can leave the park you’re in that morning before 2PM so that you basically rope drop the park you’re hopping to as soon as you’re allowed in, but there is still no guarantee. You also might see more luck later in the day, closer to the time the park closes, as people could leave the park early. Festival of the Holidays Festival of the Holidays started on November 26th and runs until December 30th, but what a better time to take part in the celebrations than on Christmas Day?! Since EPCOT still has park reservations open (as of this writing), you could see fewer crowds there than in places like Magic Kingdom. It’s a great time to indulge in everything the festival has to offer! Festival of the Holidays The Holiday Kitchens are scattered around World Showcase and have a ton of different holiday foods from around the world. You can get coquito soft-serve with spiced rum… Coquito Soft-serve with Spiced Rum …a mini pumpkin pie funnel cake… Mini Pumpkin Pie Funnel Cake …or cheese fondue in a bread bowl! Cheeeeese Eating is one of the best ways to celebrate the holidays, in our opinion! Click here to see our BEST of the FEST for the 2021 Festival of the Holidays Also at the festival is the Candlelight Processional. This is the telling of the story of Christmas by a celebrity narrator, who is accompanied by music from a choir and an orchestra! The celebrity narrator for Christmas Day is Christian musician Steven Curtis Chapman. Candlelight Processional Another way to celebrate the day at the festival is by listening to the Storytellers around World Showcase! Each country has costumed storytellers who will tell the stories of their culture’s holiday traditions. Norway Storytellers You can also find special musicians around the World Showcase like the Canadian Holiday Voyageurs in Canada and Las Posadas in Mexico. Holiday Entertainment As for entertainment around Disney World, Christmas Day should be very festive! Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade will take place in Magic Kingdom at 12PM and 3:45PM. This parade is the best! You can see Mickey and the gang in their holiday best coming down Main Street, U.S.A.! Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade at Disney Very Merriest And, of course, the parade ends with an appearance from Santa Claus! Santa! Speaking of Santa Claus, you can find him in all of the parks on Christmas Day! In Magic Kingdom, he will be in the parade and should be greeting guests throughout the day at the gazebo behind Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe in Liberty Square. Santa! In EPCOT, Santa and Mrs. Claus are located at the American Adventure pavilion! Santa in EPCOT In Hollywood Studios, Santa comes down Hollywood Boulevard in an awesome red convertible during a special cavalcade. Santa has a cool ride And, in Animal Kingdom, you can periodically see Santa come by on a boat! Catch him cruising the waterways on a flotilla. We’ll yell our Christmas list to you from over here! Also in all of the parks is the transformation of the park icons into Magical Beacons — holiday edition! The Magical Beacons debuted on the park icons for the 50th anniversary, but they all also now have holiday variations throughout the night. In Magic Kingdom, you can see Cinderella Castle decked out in festive gear… ©Disney …in EPCOT, Spaceship Earth looks like a candy cane… So Festive! …in Hollywood Studios, Tower of Terror gets a holiday makeover… Holiday Tower Hotel …and in Animal Kingdom, the Tree of Life has a special showing, too! Tree of Life Awakenings — Winter Edition As for other nighttime entertainment like fireworks, there are currently no special shows announced. Instead, the normal nighttime entertainment will take place — Enchantment at Magic Kingdom will happen at 8PM, Harmonious in EPCOT will take place at 9:45PM, and Wonderful World of Animation will run at Hollywood Studios at 9PM. Disney Enchantment has arrived in Magic Kingdom! We’ll keep an eye out for any other entrainment announcements and keep you updated! Holiday Food Besides all of the holiday food being offered throughout the season, there are a few items that will ONLY be available on December 25th! At Tiffins in Animal Kingdom, you can get the Horchata Mousse Snow Globe, which is golden coffee crémeux, gingerbread sable cookie, coriander chantilly, elderflower meringue, bourbon caramel, and candied pecans. Tiffins Also available at Tiffins will be a Pork T-Bone dish, which has apple-brined pork, sweet potato variations, boniato mash, and ginger-pear butter. Tiffins Over at All-Star Movies and Music Resorts, you can get the Pumpkin Tart at Intermission Food Court and World Premiere Food Court! Mini Pumpkin Tarts Also available at both food courts is the Christmas Dinner, which has ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, green beans, and cranberry relish with a choice of apple or pumpkin tart. World Premiere Food Court And, at Sanaa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, you can get the Roast Rib Eye, which is roast rib eye with jus lie, Tunisian mashed potatoes, green beans with apricot-cranberry butter, and mushroom conserva. YUM! Sanaa These foods are available for one day only, so make sure to check them out if you can! Click here to see ALL of the holiday food at Disney World this holiday season That’s what to expect in Disney World on Christmas Day this year! Even though it will be crowded, just make sure you have a game plan like what time you’re getting to the parks and some dining reservations scheduled to keep your day organized and running smoothly. And, stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news, updates, and info! Click here to see ALL of the holiday food we’ve tried so far this year in Disney World! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2021 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2021 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: Pre-order of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2021 Food & Wine Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2021 Pre-order for the 2022 Flower and Garden Festival Guide All three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out the FULL List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World This Year See the List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World’s Hotels Get All of the Latest Information about the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays See the Booths, Menus, and Food Photos for the Festival of the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What is your favorite thing to do at Disney World during the holiday season? Let us know in the comments! The post What to Expect on Christmas Day in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Stitch Crashes Disney collection has been…interesting to say the least. Jungle Book Stitch Some of the designs have been…well…odd (remember Spaghetti Stitch?), some have been utterly terrifying (red-eye Stitch, we’re looking at you), while others have actually been downright adorable (Sleeping Beauty Stitch is PRECIOUS). But we can’t deny that this collection has been popular — and if you’re looking for items from two of the next releases, you might want to head to Disney World NOW! Why? Well, some items of the Stitch Crashes Disney collections that haven’t been released yet — and aren’t supposed to be released until 2022 — have popped up early at Disney World! That includes the Stitch Crashes Peter Pan MagicBand. Stitch Crashes Peter Pan MagicBand But we also spotted the Stitch Crashes Pocahontas MagicBand, which is part of the 10th of 12 collections, and again, isn’t supposed to be out yet! Both MagicBands are $39.99. Stitch Crashes Mulan MagicBand You can also grab the Stitch Crashes Pocahontas Pin early for $24.99. We also spotted the Stitch Crashes Jungle Book pin! Stitch Crashes Mulan Pin Again, these were not supposed to arrive until 2022, so if you want to get your hands on them early, head to Pin Traders at Disney Springs right now! We’ll let you know if we spot any more items from these collections at Disney World early, so stay tuned! FIRST LOOK at Disney’s Stitch Crashes Peter Pan 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! Preorder 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 preorder your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you been collecting items from the Stitch Crashes Disney collection? Let us know in the comments! The post TWO Upcoming Collectibles Just Released EARLY at Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s time for the latest installment of D23’s Season of Magic Sweepstakes! ©D23 In honor of the holiday season, D23 has been releasing a new prize each day in December as part of the D23 Season of Magic Sweepstakes. So far, we’ve seen all kinds of different giveaways including Disney video games, coffee, trains, and more. And today’s sweepstakes winner will get a total of FIVE gifts included in their prize pack! Are you the ultimate Disney+ fan?? Well then, this gift bundle was made for you! Today’s prize for the D23 Season of Magic Sweepstakes is a Disney+ Merchandise Bundle that includes five different pieces of Disney+ branded merch! ©Disney The prize pack includes the following Disney+ branded items: Lightweight Hoodie Backpack Fleece Roll-up Blanket Coffee Tumbler Bucket Hat ©D23 The drawing is open to D23 members today only! To enter for your chance to win, visit the D23 website. We’ll continue to keep an eye on the remaining daily sweepstakes giveaways, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates! Here’s Everything Coming to Disney+ in January! 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! Preorder 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 preorder 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 show on Disney+? Let us know in the comments! The post Act FAST to Win 5 FREE Items Perfect for a Disney+ Marathon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Two years ago, The Walt Disney Company launched a brand new streaming service, Disney+! ©Disney The service has gone on to be a massive success, with millions of subscribers and lots of financial benefits for the company. They’ve now got hundreds of popular titles on Disney+, but can it beat the original streaming giant, Netflix? Well, here’s what our readers had to say. A few weeks ago, we posted a poll on our Instagram asking our followers which is better: Disney+ or Netflix. And honestly, the results were pretty shocking. ©Netflix After 24 hours, we found that Disney+ had won in a LANDSLIDE! We knew that our followers were pretty big Disney fans, but we definitely didn’t expect this big of a difference between the two. Disney+ scored more than twice the number of votes, earning a whopping 69%. Well, those are some surprising results. But DFB fans aren’t the only ones that seem to think Disney+ is better. Analysts have actually predicted that Disney+ will be outperforming Netflix within the next few years. (And if this is how people really feel about it, we aren’t surprised!) ©Disney | Disney+ Movie Gallery We’ll make sure to keep you updated with any Disney streaming news as it comes, so stay tuned to DFB! And follow us on Instagram for more fun polls and stories from the parks! Click Here to See How Many Subscribers Disney+ Has Currently! 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! Preorder 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 preorder 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 do you prefer? Let us know in the comments! The post Is Disney+ BETTER Than Netflix? Here's What YOU Think! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The holiday season is in full swing around Disney World! The Nightmare Before Christmas Tree at Disney Springs! There are plenty of great things to look forward to in Disney World this time of year. Whether you’re into seasonal snacks, holiday entertainment, gorgeous decor, or fun new merchandise, there’s SO MUCH to see and do! But if you are taking a trip to Disney World during the holidays, don’t forget to plan for some big crowds. It looks like lots of guests are heading to Disney Springs today for some last-minute holiday shopping! World of Disney We stopped by World of Disney this morning to check out the merch selection they had in store, and we spotted a HUGE crowd waiting to get in before the store even opened! Guests were lined up waiting to enter the store, and we noticed some people struggling to find the end of the queue… Line Outside World of Disney …which was understandable, because the line wrapped all the way around the side of the building at its longest point! LONG Line Waiting to Get Into World of Disney! Today is projected to be the busiest travel day of the year in Orlando so make sure to leave yourself plenty of extra time to navigate around Disney World if you’re visiting in the coming days! How to Avoid Holiday Crowd Burnout in Disney World Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2021 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2021 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: Pre-order of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2021 Food & Wine Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2021 Pre-order for the 2022 Flower and Garden Festival Guide All three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out the FULL List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World This Year See the List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World’s Hotels Get All of the Latest Information about the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays See the Booths, Menus, and Food Photos for the Festival of the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you visiting Disney World over the holidays? Let us know in the comments! The post Have Holiday Crowds Arrived in Disney World? These Photos Say YES! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article