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We’re on a mission to find out which 50th Anniversary treat is the BEST in Disney World. Are we in love? We’re in love. To find out, we’re holding the Ultimate 50th Anniversary Disney Snack Bracket Challenge. We asked our readers to decide between a LOT of 50th Anniversary eats and treats, voting for their favorites throughout the challenge. We’ve taken a look at rounds two and three already, so now let’s see what happened in round four! To start out, we had the battle of the dome cakes! The chocolate-y Mickey Mouse Dome Cake from Gaston’s Tavern went up against the 50th Celebration Mickey Mouse Dome from Creature Comforts. In this case, the bright colors and more exciting theming won out, with the Celebration Dome beating out Gaston’s creation by 24%. Does it hurt that the Celebration Dome has a whole brownie as its base? Probably not. Mickey Mouse Dome Cake vs. 50th Celebration Dome Cake The next match-up was quite a bit closer, with just a 16% margin. It was the 50th Celebration Spring Rolls from the Spring Roll Wagon against the Petit Stump Cake from Roaring Fork. In the end, the spring rolls won out with 58% of the votes! That makes these spring rolls the only savory snack left in the competition, up against a whole bunch of very sweet opponents. 50th Celebration Spring Rolls vs. Petit Stump Cake The margins only got smaller from here, as we matched up the 50th Celebration Mickey Premium Bar from Drinkwallah against the 50th Celebration Petit Cake from Amorette’s Patisserie. Although the Mickey bar is an absolute classic, it couldn’t quite beat the amazing geode decorations on the petit cake. Amorette’s cake won by just 6% of the votes! 50th Anniversary Mickey Premium Bar vs. 50th Anniversary Petit Cake We saved the CLOSEST match-up for the end. It’s the Showtime with Jose from Aloha Isle against the Happy Haunts Milkshake from Columbia Harbour House. The donut-topped milkshake came close to winning, but Showtime with Jose ended up sealing its victory with just a 2% lead! Showtime with Jose has been a surprisingly strong contender, especially since it wasn’t even our reporter’s favorite 50th-themed drink at Aloha Isle. Showtime With Jose vs. Happy Haunts Milkshake The competition is getting really stiff now! Don’t forget to go vote for your favorites on Instagram — head to our stories to find the polls. And keep following DFB so we can let you know the results of the next round. Click Here to Check Out ALL the Treats and Snacks We Tried for the 50th in Disney World 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 Which snack do you think has what it takes to win it all? Let us know in the comments! The post Only 4 Remain! Round 4 of the Ultimate 50th Anniversary Disney World Snacks Bracket first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

For those who haven’t planned ahead Disney’s Parks offer a solution for your depleted devices. With the advent of in-park WiFi and Disney smartphone apps like My Disney Experience that drain batteries quickly, recharging during your theme park days has become essential. When your device is running low you can do one of the following: Have […] The post Disney FuelRod Stations are Available at Disney Parks for Recharging Your Devices appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

It’s "Disney Week" on "Dancing with the Stars"! The most magical "Dancing with the Stars" event of the season returns to ABC, this time as a two-night event with double the magic on "Disney Heroes Night" and "Disney Villains Night."http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/HS3gUJgcY4MView the full article

Disney’s Contemporary Resort has been undergoing a LOT of construction. Contemporary Resort The Contemporary Resort has been under renovations to soon feature guest rooms themed by Disney and Pixar’s The Incredibles films, and we’ve recently seen promising progress on the construction. Still, some construction continues as guests staying at the hotel face a minor inconvenience today. At Disney’s Contemporary Resort, there is a scheduled water outage today from 11AM to 2PM. Water will be unavailable in guests’ rooms at that time (that’s NOW, if you’re at the hotel and wondering why you can’t take a mid-day shower!), so if you’re a current guest, you might want to plan accordingly. Water There’s a lot of reasons to visit the Contemporary now, as you can visit the new Steakhouse 71 restaurant or try the California Grill’s special 50th anniversary menu, or even watch the new Disney Enchantment fireworks show from the rooftop party. Water outage! If you’re staying at the Contemporary, you might want to wait to return to your room after 2PM if you were hoping to grab a shower. We’ll be watching closely for any developments in this situation. Take a room tour of the new Incredibles rooms at the Contemporary! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 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 staying at Disney’s Contemporary Resort? Tell us in the comments! The post Water Outage at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Happening NOW first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

A lot has changed in Disney World since the 50th anniversary celebration kicked off on October 1st! Cinderella Castle in its 50th Anniversary decor! From new 50th merchandise, decorations, food, and entertainment, there’s a lot to do in Disney World right now. And along with all of this excitement, you might have missed this little detail that changed in the My Disney Experience app! If you visited Disney World prior to October 1st, you probably saw this My Disney Experience screen with Mickey balloons fearing the four big Disney World icons. But did you know this screen has changed since the debut of Disney World’s 50th anniversary? ©Disney Once you enter a Disney Park, the My Disney Experience screen now changes to reflect the park icon of the park you’re visiting! For Magic Kingdom, you see a mauve screen with fireworks, a big 50 and Cinderella Castle. ©Disney At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the icon is of course Tower of Terror with a gold background. ©Disney Each park has its own color and styling you’ll only see if you’re there! Next time you visit Disney World, make sure you check your My Disney Experience screen for the fun new look! And keep reading DFB for all your Disney World news and tips! ALL the 50th anniversary Magic Shots in Magic Kingdom! 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 Have you seen this new My Disney Experience screen? Tell us in the comments! The post Have You Noticed This New Detail in the My Disney Experience App? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Ready for some obscure yet oh-so-helpful tips for your next Disney World vacation? Cinderella Castle Then you’ve come to the right place, my friends. So sit back, relax, and get ready to say, “Huh. I never thought of that before!” Check out our video below The Most Important Disney World Tip You’ve Never Heard!  Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! Check out our latest video and then comment below: If you’re planning to visit Disney World soon! The post DFB Video: The Most Important Disney World Tip You’ve Never Heard first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Disney and Loungefly often team up to make some of the cutest little backpacks, and we see them all over the Disney World parks. Disney x Loungefly Backpacks There have been Marvel-themed bags, ones themed after Disney attractions, and backpacks made to match almost every Disney character you can think of. Now there’s a NEW collection of Loungefly items available online, and their only purpose in life is to bring absolute joy to all the Disney-loving bookworms out there. Disney x Loungefly’s newest collection is called Disney Princess Storybook. It’s all about books, reading, and Disney stories! You can get a mini-backpack in this set, which has pictures of the Disney princesses’ sidekicks reading all over it. ©Disney On the front exterior pocket, there’s a stack of Disney storybooks, including Tangled, The Princess and the Frog, Mulan, Pocahontas, and Aladdin. ©Disney The backpack has adjustable shoulder straps and a double-zipper close on the main pocket. Inside, the fabric has patterns of Disney books mixed in with some familiar characters and items. Interior Fabric ©Disney You can get the backpack for $70 online now! Click Here to Buy the Disney Princess Storybook Backpack To go with your new book-themed backpack, you can also get the Disney Princess Storybook Wallet, which has the same pattern of Disney animals reading stories. ©Disney On the back, you’ll find the stack of Disney books again, including the same princess stories as the ones on the backpack. ©Disney Inside, there are four card slots, a clear ID window, and a billfold. The whole thing closes with a zipper, and it has the same interior fabric as the backpack as well. ©Disney You can get this wallet for $40 on shopDisney. Click Here to Buy the Disney Princess Storybook Wallet The final item in this collection is a crossbody purse. Don’t worry, it’s still big enough to fit most books, at 8.5″ high and 10.5″ wide. ©Disney The purse has handles and a removable shoulder strap, along with a double-zip main pocket and exterior pocket. The pattern all over is of Disney animal reading their favorite stories. ©Disney You can get the crossbody bag for $65 now! Click Here to Buy the Princess Storybook Crossbody Bag Head to shopDisney soon to add these adorable bags to your cart! And keep following DFB, because we’ll let you know about all kinds of new Disney merchandise. Click Here to See Our Video on Where to Buy the Best Stuff in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you add the Disney Princess Storybook collection bags to your cart? Let us know in the comments! The post Bookworms Will LOVE the Newest Collection of Disney Bags! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney+ sure has made a big splash since launching in 2019! Disney+ Streaming Service ©Disney The platform has released original shows like WandaVision and The Mandalorian that have been nominated for Emmys, fan favorites like Loki that broke streaming records, and blockbuster movies like Black Widow and Jungle Cruise on the platform. The new content just keeps on coming, and it seems to be a major contributing factor to the number of people subscribed to Disney+, which is continuing to majorly grow! Disney+ is set to have more subscribers than Netflix by the year 2025, according to The Hollywood Reporter. ©Disney THR says that research firm Digital TV Research shared the prediction in a report, saying that the number of Disney+ subscribers would reach 284.2 million in 2026, down from a 294 million prediction they made earlier this year. Wandavision ©Marvel Studios In 2026, the report estimated that Netflix will have 270.7 million subscribers, down from their previous estimate of 286 million subscribers. They are predicated to add 53 million customers by 2026. ©Netflix Three platforms will control nearly half the world’s SVOD (subscription video on demand) subscriptions by 2026 with Disney+ leading, according to Digital TV Research via The Hollywood Reporter. Disney+ will add 140 million subscribers between 2021 and 2026, and about 121 million of the total number of Disney+ subscribers will be from 13 Asian counties under the Hotstar brand. ©Disney/Marvel Amazon Prime is estimated to hit 243.4 million users and SVOD subscriptions will increase by 491 million to reach 1.64 billion by 2026, according to Digital TV Research. The United States and China will make up 49% of the global total by then, which is a decrease from the 56% they make up in 2021. Muppets Haunted Mansion ©Disney Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney+ news and updates. Click here to see everything coming to Disney+ in October Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! How many streaming services are you subscribed to? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney+ Will Have More Subscribers than Netflix by 2025 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World’s 50th anniversary brought us a TON of new food items! The fairest cone of them all? And some of those items are a bit wild — like a drink with an octopus tentacle and a giant martini glass filled with ice cream and topped with a Mickey pretzel. Disney is truly going all out for its big birthday! And, the food is spread out across the 4 theme parks, so you can try special items at all of them. We’ve tried a lot of these new items at Animal Kingdom since the 50th anniversary kicked off, and now it’s time to give you our rankings! 18. Firefly Appletini The Firefly Appletini from Restaurantosaurus Lounge is made with Stolichnaya Vodka, DeKuyper Pucker Sour Apple Liqueur, sweet-and-sour, lime juice, a sugar rim, and it’s served with a glow cube (of course). This drink was a BIG yikes for us! Booooo! It was WAY too sour, and it was also somehow too sweet at the same time? It tasted like drinking a green Jolly Rancher but someone dumped a bunch of alcohol in it. That might sound like a good idea to some people, but it was just too sour to handle. Also, this was $16 and very small — save your money or spend it on another, better drink! Click here to see our review of the Firefly Appletini 17. Birthday Blueberry Muffin This Birthday Blueberry Muffin is a House-Made Blueberry Muffin with a surprise addition of Colorful Sprinkles. There’s not much to say here, it’s just a standard blueberry muffin, but it has sprinkles. The sprinkles are kinda fun, but overall this is a pretty boring treat compared to other things on this list. Nothing special You can get it at the ACE Mobile Treats cart in Pandora for $4.25 if you want to try it for yourself! Click here to see our full review of the Birthday Blueberry Muffin 16. Scar’s Lair & Lion’s Lair These are both Dole Whip Pineapple topped with a sour-apple flavored syrup, except the Lion’s Lair has the addition of Parrot Bay Coconut Rum. However, we felt like we barely got any rum in ours, so that was disappointing. Like the Firefly Appletini, this was also WAY too sour! The green apple flavor completely overpowered the Dole whip, so it was pretty much all we could taste. Lion’s Lair It was also very sugary, so it felt like we were just drinking candy, but if that’s your thing — go for it! The only reason this is making it above the muffin is because it’s still Dole Whip, so we can’t discount that. The Scar’s Lair is $5.49 and the Lion’s Lair is $10 and both treats are at Tamu Tamu. Click here to see our full review of these Dole Whip treats! 15. 50th Anniversary Celebration Milk Shake The Celebration Milk Shake is a vanilla milkshake with strawberry syrup, a buttercream rim, whipped cream topping, and a sugar cookie coated with crunchy bits of fruit-flaked cereal. 50th Celebration Milkshake This is a LOT of sugar, especially with the strawberry syrup. And, it’s a really heavy drink, so it’s not refreshing. But, if you have a major sweet tooth, you’ll probably like this! You can get it for $8.99 at Restaurantosaurus. Click here to read our full review of the Celebration Milk Shake 14. EARidescent Firefly The EARidescent Firefly is pineapple juice, Powerade Mountain Berry Blast, a splash of Sprite, and is garnished with pineapple “ears” and a glow cube — it’s non-alcoholic. This drink was very sweet, but did have a nice tartness to it. If you don’t love sweet drinks though, this is not for you! EARidescent Firefly If there had been an alcoholic version of this drink, we think it could’ve been better because the alcohol would’ve cut through some of that sweetness. But, the pineapple ears are super fun! They’re dried pineapple, which isn’t what we were expecting, but we liked them. This drink is $8.49 and you can get it at Flame Tree Barbecue. Click here to see our full review for the EARidescent Firefly 13. Golden Savannah The Golden Savannah is a Frozen Matcha Frappe topped with Whipped Cream and EARidescent Green and Gold Sprinkles. It’s one of the four different Joffrey’s drinks created specifically for the four Disney World parks! Golden Savannah This was a very refreshing drink and we loved the how well it went with the whipped cream! But, if you aren’t a fan of matcha, you probably won’t like this since matcha is a pretty strong flavor. You can get it at the Joffrey’s cart in front of the Animal Kingdom entrance or at Royal Anandapur Tea Company for $6.39. Click here to see our full review of the Golden Savannah 12. Colossal Mickey Cinnamon Roll The Colossal Mickey Cinnamon Roll has received a bright blue makeover for the 50th! This is just the normal Colossal Mickey Cinnamon Roll but with blue icing, so it didn’t really stand out to us. Colossal Mickey Cinnamon Roll However, our cinnamon roll did have more icing and tasted a little fresher than the regular one, so that was nice! Get it at Creature Comforts for $7.49. Click here to see our full review of the Colossal Mickey Cinnamon Roll! 11. 50th Anniversary Celebration Cupcake This cupcake is a lemon-filled lemon cupcake with vanilla frosting topped with a Mickey and 50th medallion. This was a VERY lemony cupcake! But, the flavor didn’t taste artificial at all. 50th Celebration Cupcake You have to be a big lemon fan to enjoy this treat! If not, the cupcake probably isn’t for you. You can get this cupcake at Creature Comforts for $5.99! Click here to see our full review of the 50th Celebration Cupcake! 10. Smoked Meatloaf Platter The Smoked Meatloaf Platter has barbecue-glazed house-smoked meatloaf, garlic bread, fries, baked beans, and coleslaw. But, when we ordered our platter, we were given fries, macaroni and cheese, and chili as our sides instead. We’re not sure why, but we weren’t mad about it! A meatloaf that even non-meatloaf people will love This was very tasty — even our reporter who isn’t a meatloaf fan enjoyed this one, and the sides were great. So, if you do like meatloaf, definitely still check this one out! And, if you’re a meatloaf fan, you’re going to love this. Get it at Flame Tree Barbecue for $13.99. Click here to see our full Meatloaf Platter review 9. 50th Celebration Rainbow Popcorn Two new popcorn mixes were released for the 50th in Animal Kingdom. The first is the 50th Celebration Rainbow Popcorn Mix, which is fruit flavored and sweet. It’s nothing too special, but it is a nice sweet and crunchy snack! Now that is COLORFUL! It has the flavor of Trix cereal or fruit loops. We thought the colors were fun, but it definitely still has that artificial taste you can get from these kinds of fruit flavors. You can get it with the popcorn bucket at the popcorn cart right by Animal Kingdom’s new show, KiteTails, for $12. Click here to see our full review of this popcorn! 8. Hand-dipped 50th Celebration Mickey’s Premium Bar The 50th Celebration Mickey’s Premium Bar is a Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bar that is hand-dipped in a blue raspberry-flavored coating with celebration sprinkles and pixie dust! Mickey got a makeover! This was a really fun spin on a classic Disney World treat. At first, the blue raspberry flavor was kind of weird with the chocolate, but as we kept eating, we think they actually went well together! You can grab this at Drinkwallah for $6.69. Click here to see our full review of the 50th Celebration Mickey’s Premium Bar 7. 50th Celebration Mickey Mouse Dome The 50th Celebration Mickey Mouse Dome is a chocolate brownie base with gold-dusted chocolate sprinkles, and birthday cake-flavored mousse with gold-dusted Mickey ears and a gold-dusted 50th Anniversary medallion. So, there’s a lot going on here! 50th Celebration Mickey Mouse Dome at Creature Comforts in Disney’s Animal Kingdom The birthday cake mousse was a delicious and fun flavor that went SO well with the chocolate cake. And, we thought it was fitting that they were using birthday flavors to celebrate Disney World’s big birthday! Of the new offerings at Creature Comforts for the 50th, this was our favorite, but it’s still not the best treat on this list. Grab it for $5.99! Click here to see our full review of the Mickey Mouse Dome 6. Chili-Lime Caramel Corn Mix The Chili-Lime Caramel Corn Mix was the second new popcorn mix released for the 50th and it is SO GOOD! This one was also sweet, but that sweetness mixed with the spice of the chili worked really well. Chili Lime Caramel Corn Mix The chili and lime flavors were subtle though — we actually kind of wanted more! But, we got a good taste of that sweet caramel, which was really tasty. This mix is also $12 with the popcorn bucket and is at the popcorn cart right by KiteTails. Click here to see our full review of these new popcorns! 5. Corn Chip Pie with Walt’s Chili This snack is corn chips covered in Walt’s favorite chili, cheddar, sour cream, and green onions. Jalapeños aren’t listed in the description, but our pie came with a few on top! A thing of beauty! Uh, YUM! This was so good. Honestly, it’s not much different from the regular corn chip pie you can usually get here, but who doesn’t love corn chip pie?! The spice from the jalapeños was great and the chili is really tasty, we even wish there had been more of it! This snack was very appreciated among the vast array of sweet, artificially colored treats that we’ve been trying, so it was a winner for us! You can get this at Dino Diner for $8.49. 4. KiteTails Sundae This is strawberry and lemon-flavored soft-serve swirled together and topped with a white chocolate medallion. This sundae was super refreshing and delicious! The fruity flavor is great for a hot day. KiteTails Sundae The strawberry soft-serve was thicker and sweeter, while the lemon soft-serve had a great tartness to it, and they went really well together! It was very creamy and had the right balance of being sweet and tart. We loved it! You can get this sundae over at Anandapur Ice Cream Truck for $5.49 Click here to see our full review for the KiteTails Sundae! 3. Firefly Margarita The Firefly Margarita is made with Casamigos Reposado Tequila, ancho reyes liqueur, lime juice, simple syrup, and pineapple juice. This is such a pretty color! It’s so green! It may look innocent enough, but this thing has a KICK! It’s pretty spicy due to that chili liqueur. But, we LOVED this! It was refreshing and unique, and we definitely needed something different after having so many super sweet treats. This margarita is on the menu at Nomad Lounge, Thirsty River Bar, and Dawa Bar for $16. Click here to see our full review of the Firefly Margarita! 2. 50th Celebration Chili Dog The 50th Celebration Chili Dog is grilled sausage topped with venison chili and pickles, so it’s like a fancier version of a chili dog. It comes as two mini dogs instead of one big one. 50th Celebration Chili Dog These were absolutely amazing! The sausages are a little spicy, but the rolls they’re in are sweet, so the combo works perfectly. We got a little spice from the chili too. We love this twist on an American classic, it’s so creative! These are available at Nomad Lounge for $14 and are a great snack to have while hanging out on the porch with a nice cocktail! Click here to see our full review of the Celebration Chili Dog 1. 50th Celebration Ice Cream Sandwich Finally, we have our number one pick! It’s the 50th Celebration Ice Cream Sandwich. This is Vanilla Ice Cream sandwiched between two House-Made Double Chocolate Chip Cookies, dunked in glittery Celebration Sprinkles and topped with a 50th Anniversary Medallion. Even though it comes with vanilla ice cream, you can actually choose whatever flavor you want! They have vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry. 50th Celebration Ice Cream Sandwich This was just *chef’s kiss* — the balance of the vanilla ice cream and super chocolatey cookies was amazing. And, the sprinkles made it extra fun and festive. We loveeee chocolate, so those double chocolate chip cookies were a big hit with us! How can you go wrong with house-made cookies, ice cream, and sprinkles?! This might seem pretty ordinary, but we disagree! It’s the perfect treat to celebrate the 50th anniversary — try it out for yourselves! You can find it at Dino-Bite Snacks for $6.99. Click here to read our full review for the 50th Celebration Ice Cream Sandwich That’s our ranking of all the 50th anniversary foods we’ve tried so far in Animal Kingdom! Do you agree with our list? If not, make a case for your favorite in the comments! Stay tuned to DFB as we try more special 50th anniversary offerings around Disney World. Click here to see the new menu for the 50th anniversary at California Grill! 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 Have you tried any of these treats? Tell us what you liked in the comments! The post Ranking ALL the 50th Anniversary Treats in Animal Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Do you remember Disney Vinylmation toys? If you haven’t heard that term in like 10 years or so, you’re not alone! It’s been some time since we’ve seen a new Vinylmation release. Chef Gusteau from the 2013 Food and Wine Festival Vinylmation Collection We’ve seen a lot of new Disney World 50th anniversary merchandise but this one is for all the Vinylmation fans out there. If you’re a collector you might have been one of the lucky people to snag the NEW Vinylmation set released online today, which contains 24 boxes of 50th anniversary Vinylmation figures. It SOLD OUT in record time, despite its high price tag! Were you able to order a set? The limited release Disney World 50th Anniversary Vinylmation Series Tray for $359.99 was launched on shopDisney today. Despite the price, it already sold out! The sealed tray comes with 24 randomly assorted individual boxes, and you have no idea which figure you might get. ©shopDisney The tray includes one complete set of the Disney World 50th Anniversary Series collection plus a “Mystery Chaser.” Figures for this series include Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Daisy Duck, Donald Duck, Goofy, Chip, Dale, Dumbo, Big Al from Country Bear Jamboree, a “Happy Haunt” from the Haunted Mansion, plus a Mystery Figure. Each of the 24 packages is blind-boxed, so every figure is a surprise! ©shopDisney This $359.99 set has already sold out but it might be worth it to bookmark the page and keep re-checking shopDisney in case they decide to restock! And keep reading DFB for more Disney merchandise news! Check out the Disney World 50th Anniversary Vinylmation Set here! 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 Did you order this Vinylmation set? Tell us in the comments! The post Remember THESE?! This PRICEY Old School Disney Souvenir Sold Out FAST Today! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve seen a lot of issues with travel this year, as airlines attempt to keep up with the increase in demand after such a long time with low traffic. Southwest Airlines Spirit Airlines had difficulties with staffing and scheduling earlier this year, but recently Southwest Airlines has been the focus of attention. Southwest cancelled LOTS of flights over this past weekend, and it seems that their cancellations are continuing into the week. According to WESH, Southwest Airlines cancelled about 800 total flights on Saturday and over 1,000 on Sunday. Today — Monday October 11th — the airline has already cancelled 348 flights. Another 271 have been delayed as well. It seems that Southwest’s weekend problems aren’t quite over yet. Southwest 50th Plane Southwest attributed the cancellations to bad weather and air traffic control problems. However, Southwest has cancelled significantly more flights than other airlines in the same area. For example, at the Orlando International Airport on Sunday, Southwest cancelled 72 flights, while both Spirit and American Airlines only cancelled four each. Orlando Airport The cancellations are affecting people traveling through Orlando, with both cancelled and delayed flights. Orlando International Airport If you’re planning to travel with Southwest Airlines soon, you might want to double check that your flights are still scheduled and on time. View from the plane Keep following DFB for more information about travel to Disney! Click Here to Learn More About Southwest’s Weekend Cancellations Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 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 flying to Orlando for a Disney trip soon? Let us know in the comments! The post Why You Should Probably (STILL!) Check On Your Southwest Flight Right Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The high-profile “Disney Princess — The Concert” planned for the Dr. Phillips Center next month has been postponed, just one of a number of local shows that have announced delays in recent days. Among them: Productions from Mad Cow Theatre and Central Florida Community Arts. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We’re in the middle of prime spooky season, just a few weeks away from Halloween! But, that doesn’t mean that we can’t start prepping for Christmas and the holidays…at least according to Disney. The holidays are coming soon! They’ve already started dropping holiday merchandise online and sharing the happenings in the parks for the season, but now, there’s a new pair of holiday Minnie ears! The new design is made with velvet (what could be more Christmas-y than that?!) and comes in a color that Disney calls “Cranberry Red.” It’s a sophisticated look, and we’re definitely thinking about adding this Minnie Mouse Holiday Ear Headband to our collection! ©Disney The back is nice and simple, but the front has a pattern of gold confetti mixed in with various jewels. The bow is a slightly lighter shade than the ears. ©Disney Right now, you can grab them for $29.99 on shopDisney! We haven’t seen them in the parks yet, but we’ll keep our eyes peeled in the coming weeks. Click Here to Shop the New Holiday Ears! Keep following along with DFB for all the holiday merchandise updates! We’ve got you covered on the latest items dropping online and in the parks. Click Here to See What’s Happening in Disney World This Holiday Season! 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. Preorder 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 Preorder 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! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out ALL the Holiday Treats in Disney World Last Year (With Reviews!) Look Back at the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays BEST of the FEST! How Much Will a Disney world Hotel Room Cost You to Visit During the 2021 Holidays? Have you ever been to Disney World during the holidays? Let us know in the comments! The post Umm...What?! Disney is Releasing Holiday Minnie Ears ALREADY? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney Springs has some of the best restaurants in all of Walt Disney World! The BOATHOUSE! Don’t believe us? There are fast-casual places like D-Luxe Burger or Chicken Guy! as well as excellent table service spots like Morimoto Asia and Wine Bar George. One of the most well-known restaurants in the Springs is The BOATHOUSE. We’ve had some fun brunches there and even had a cocktail that came with a rubber duckie! We haven’t been over for a visit in a while, so we thought we’d stop by for a meal to see how things are going — come along with us! Atmosphere The BOATHOUSE is a waterside dining location in The Landing at Disney Springs. It’s known for American-style cuisine like steak and, of course, seafood! If you have a hankerin’ for some fresh fish or shellfish, this is easily one of our top picks in Disney World! The BOATHOUSE! Inside, there are multiple different dining rooms. The nautical theme is STRONG in here! We would like a boat seat, please! The other rooms have large leather booths and fun fish sculptures on display. This looks like the inside of a very fancy New England home Possibly the GOAT of seating options though? Yeah, you can sit inside of your own boat! Some of the booths kind of resemble boats, but one near the entrance actually IS. Boat Booth Seating There is also an oyster bar inside where you can enjoy your meal. Let’s shuck some oysters! And there’s a regular bar that has the same bright blue barstools! Pull up a chair, friends The theming is nautical, which you have to expect with a name like “The BOATHOUSE.” Nautical decor And, if you want to be closer to the water, you can sit outside, too! Outdoor seating Overall, there’s definitely a lot of seating here! Teak Tables and Chairs with a View And we love the views of the Disney Springs waterside and nearby Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa. Including the MEGA cool and unique Amphicars here! Boathouse Amphicars on Village Lake These are really rare cars that work on land AND sea. Neat, huh? You’ll occasionally see folks cruising around the water on these. The launch for them is just to the left of the entrance to The BOATHOUSE and 3-4 guests can take a $125 20 minute car/boat ride! If you dine at The BOATHOUSE or shop in the Boatique (AKA, their gift shop) and spend at least 50 bucks, you’ll get 25 bucks off! But enough about the sah-weet Amphicars, let’s EAT! Eats We were given paper menus, but there was also the option to scan a QR code to look at the menu on our phones. How can we ever decide? On one side of the menu were the wine, beer, and cocktail lists! A TON of options! They also have a separate menu just for whiskey and bourbon. Whiskey and Bourbon Menu On the back is the dessert menu along with some dessert drinks! Dessert Menu We’re ready to try some things out! We started with a drink — we got the Blueberry Lemonade, which has Stoli Blueberry, Western Son Lemon Vodka, Homemade Lemonade, and Fresh Blueberries for $15. So pretty! As you can see, the drink is absolutely stunning! Just look at those bright colors! Why don’t all drinks have fun colors? The homemade lemonade was the strongest flavor, and it was delicious! Such a fun summer color! The fresh blueberries were also a nice touch, it made the drink feel super refreshing. The vodka taste wasn’t too strong, either, making this a perfect patio drink for Summer. Or Fall. Or just a Tuesday. Really, anytime. Blueberry Lemonade And if you’re an “ice” person, this is the GOOD kind of crushed ice, we loved it. Since The BOATHOUSE prominently features a Raw Bar, they have plenty of that wonderful chipped ice on hand. Can we get a slow clap for chipped ice over cubes for a second? (Yeah, it is a LOT of ice compared to drink though in this case, but we still appreciated it!) That GOOD Ice! Then, we were brought one of the best things in the world to kick off the meal — FREE BREAD! The BOATHOUSE gave us warm Parker House Rolls with butter. amazingggg Our server also very kindly brought us the cinnamon butter that is usually served for brunch here too, how nice! We love getting extra butter! These are soooooo yummy! Warm fluffy rolls with sweet cinnamon butter should be how we start every meal, honestly. The regular butter is a whipped delight but that cinnamon butter should have sonnets written about it. It’s so so good. Perfection For our appetizer, we got the Firecracker Shrimp! It includes Sriracha Mayo, Serrano Chilies, and Sweet Peppers for $16. They’re served on a bed of tortilla strips with a fresh lime wedge to squeeze over everything. Looks spicy! And OH MY GOODNESS, these are FABULOUS!! Many places offer their version of this dish and we typically love it whenever we get to try it. We’ve had this version before and it was fantastic, so we’re happy to dig in again! The shrimp have a light coating of the sauce and the perfect amount of heat. Shrimps There is a lot of flavor from the chilies and the crunch of the tortillas was great. Tortilla strips The portion was also a really good size, this is a very shareable appetizer (or honestly, we would get this as our meal next time). Delicious! If you like shrimp and spicy food, this is right up your alley. If you don’t like heat though, definitely order something else, because these little beauties pack quite a kick! We’re getting this as a meal next time For our entree, we got the Gulf of Mexico Red Grouper for $35. It comes with Baby Kale, New Potatoes, Red Onions, Cremini Mushrooms, Roasted Red Peppers, and Orange Chili Butter. A lot of bright colors! This dish came highly recommended to us and it definitely lived up to our expectations! First of all, it’s a VERY pretty presentation, isn’t it? Red Grouper The fish was so tender it fell apart with the lightest touch of our fork — it was super flaky in the best way. The taste of the fish was nice and mild, not overwhelmingly “fishy.” Flaky goodness! The orange chili butter was UNREAL! It was sweet with a slight kick and so good we were dipping our bread into it. Chili Butter on everything please The veggies were cooked well and the buttery potatoes and mushrooms went nicely with the fish! Remember to eat your veggies! Seafood fans will loveeee this one. And it may even win over the seafood skeptic — yep, it was that good! If you normally go, “BLECH! Fish is GROSS!”…try this. Just try it. It’s one of the most enjoyable fish dishes we’ve had in a long time and that sauce was on another level. Red Grouper Moving on to dessert, we got the Old Fashioned Strawberry Shortcake — a classic Summer treat! It comes with a Fresh Baked Biscuit and Vanilla Bean Soft Whipped Cream for $10. Sorry guys, we ate this a while ago and just now are getting around to share it with you — this isn’t currently on the menu. BUT they are offering a more Fall-flavored Apple Pecan Cheesecake right now. Strawberry Shortcake! The biscuit brings a slight saltiness that helps keep the dessert from being overly sweet! It was perfectly buttery and flaky and absolutely delicious. Delicious! The whipped cream was light and airy, which was lovely. Everything paired with the fresh strawberries to make this one of the best desserts we’ve tried at a sit down restaurant in Disney World! Sometimes, simple just WORKS. This shines because it’s so straightforward and simple. Salty and sweet! Classic desserts executed well are simply fabulous. YUM Oh! And we mentioned this already, but if you’re interested in those Amphicars out front, check your receipt! On the bottom of your receipt is a coupon for a $25 discount on an Amphicar ride!! (Remember, you gotta spend at least $50 bucks here though to get the discount.) We love a discount! Amphicars are a seriously cool and seriously unique experience. Amphicars Just show your receipt to get the perk! Nosh or Not Row on over to BOATHOUSE if: You’re a big seafood lover (or bourbon lover, or steak lover) and you want some of the best in Disney World. You’re looking for classic, elevated food that’s well-executed. You want to eat a meal overlooking the water for a beautiful view. Jump ship if: You’re on a budget, this place is a bit pricey! You don’t like seafood or steak. There are a few other things on the menu here, but those two are the main event. You want a casual, quick meal while visiting Disney Springs. Overall Overall, this is a great spot for a date night, a special occasion, or if you just want some really good food! The outside also offers a more casual vibe if you want to hang out on the dock for some oysters and drinks. Boathouse consistently delivers on good food, unique drinks, and great service; this has quickly become one of our favorite spots in Disney! And while the prices are still high — we can’t pretend they don’t sting a little — what you get for the price is very much apparent in the quality. Our service was fabulous, they gave us great suggestions and were very helpful (and we’ll never forget them bringing us that extra cinnamon butter ). Check out The BOATHOUSE the next time you’re at Disney Springs for a great meal. We suggest making a reservation first though, just to be safe! This spot is quite popular! And stay tuned to DFB for more Disney restaurant and food reviews! Click here to check out the restaurant you may have totally overlooked in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 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 to The BOATHOUSE? What’s your favorite thing on the menu? Tell us all about it in the comments! The post REVIEW: Put On Your Captain's Hat and Crank Up the Yacht Rock! We're Heading to The Boathouse in Disney Springs! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

With the 50th anniversary celebration of Walt Disney World Resort now in full swing throughout our four theme parks and beyond - we’re sharing a special opportunity to enter for a chance to experience all the exciting EARidescent magic yourself during an unforgettable dream vacation to the resort!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/7W6a2l5ID70View the full article

Over 50 years Walt Disney World has seen massive changes in size and scale. See how attendance and price increases have grown since Oct. 1, 1971. View the full article Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Crowds fill Main Street USA in front of ’The Partners’ statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse at the Magic Kingdom on the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., Friday, October 1, 2021. Each guest received an anniversary keepsake poster and a commemorative park map. The Magic Kingdom opened 50 years to the day in 1971. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel) (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel) Over 50 years Walt Disney World has seen massive changes in size and scale. One of the most noticeable differences is the price for admission, which was $3.50 on opening day Oct. 1, 1971. Though this price granted you access to Magic Kingdom, there were additional costs for each of the rides through the purchase of a ticket booklet. The ticket booklet system wound down in the late ‘70s in favor of today’s unlimited access. Adjusted for inflation, the $5.75 for a booklet and $3.50 for admission would be about $63.58 today. Though high, it is still lower than current single-day park tickets, which cost around $122. Attendance to Walt Disney World has increased massively in the past five decades. The resort morphed with the opening of multiple parks including Epcot in 1982, Hollywood Studios (opened as MGM Studios) in 1989 and Animal Kingdom in 1998 as well as water parks, shopping centers and other features. With each additional park opening Walt Disney World’s attendance would grow in the millions. Competitors to Disney have also opened since ‘71. The main Central Florida competitors began to open shortly after Magic Kingdom, starting with SeaWorld Orlando in 1973. Universal Studios opened much later in 1990 with its complementary park Islands of Adventure in 1999. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay had already been open for 12 years before Disney World finished construction. The attendance data is only an estimate, as in the mid-80s, then Walt Disney Co. CEO Michael Eisner decided to black out these numbers as the company claimed the statistics were creating an emphasis on attendance to stock analysts, according to the Orlando Sentinel archives. Growth continued fairly steadily until a slump in 1991, which was a combination of the success of the newly opened competitor Universal Orlando, and the First Gulf War’s effects on travel and tourism. The Los Angeles Times claimed tourism was down because would-be travelers were “glued to their TV sets.” Five years later during its 25th anniversary in 1996, Disney claimed the Magic Kingdom shattered a worldwide theme park attendance record, according to Sentinel coverage. The company continued its policy to not disclose exact attendance numbers beyond this claim, though. 2005 saw Walt Disney World surpassing Disneyland in attendance and has maintained that position since, according to estimates from the now-defunct Amusement Business trade journal. Since 2006, estimates have been more regular from the Themed Entertainment Association, showing Magic Kingdom attendance rising from more than 16.6 million to nearly 21 million in 2019. The numbers for 2020, though, dropped as the coronavirus pandemic created problems for theme parks everywhere. Walt Disney World closed for an unprecedented amount of time. Magic Kingdom closed on the night of March 15, and the parks would not fully open again till July 15, a four-month closure. Before this, Walt Disney World had closed a handful of times including five early closures for hurricanes, two full closures for hurricanes Frances and Jeanne in 2004, and once on Sept. 11, 2001 after being open for 30 minutes. The COVID closure hit attendance hard. The estimated percent change in attendance for Magic Kingdom from 2019-2020 was a drop of 66.9%. For 2021, current Walt Disney Co. CEO Bob Chapek claimed “a slight dip” before a recovery in attendance through late September due to the increases in COVID-19 cases brought on by the delta variant. Logan Dragone

By Monday, the number of flight cancellations for Southwest Airlines had dropped to 348 flights in total, and 2% of incoming and outgoing flights at Fort Lauderdale International Airport, FlightAware data showed. View the full article

Here at DFB, we’re HUGE Disney fans! Chester and Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures However, we’re not the biggest fans — that title goes to our friend over at Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Let’s meet them together! When we said he was the biggest Disney fan, we meant it literally! This huge dino is in its best Disney attire, ready for a big day at the parks. The Dino is Disney’s BIGGEST fan! In fact, the dinosaur is wearing the coveted Vault Collection, which is a 50th Anniversary collection of merch that brings back old classics! Sadly, nothing from the collection is sold at Chester and Hester’s yet, but we’ll keep our eyes peeled. How’d they get the Vault collection? The dinosaur is totally rocking those vintage Mickey ears! Lookin’ good! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more! Click Here to See MORE of the Vault Collection! 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 What do you think about the biggest Disney fan? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: We Found the BIGGEST Disney World Fan (Literally)! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Right now, EPCOT is undergoing a HUGE overhaul including new rides, shows, and a new look! Construction continues! We’ve seen some of these new additions like Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and Space 220, but many of them are still on the way. Recently, we noticed some changes to EPCOT’s map hinting at an upcoming new arrival at the park! If you take a look at EPCOT on the My Disney Experience map with the attractions filter on, you’ll see that Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is on the map. The interesting part: the opening year of 2022 has been added, hinting at the ride’s upcoming debut! ©Disney In other news, if you turn your attention to World Showcase, you’ll notice another addition to the map… . ©Disney It’s the Harmonious barges! Love ’em or hate ’em, these big light-up barges are here to stay. The new nighttime show recently debuted for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary. ©Disney You can also see these updates on the map on the Disney World website. We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more! Click Here to Read More About EPCOT’s Big Transformation! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think about this change to the map? Let us know in the comments! The post Have You Noticed The Newest Additions to the Disney World App's Map? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hello, DFB Friends! Grand Floridian Well, as you can tell, we’ve been pretty busy covering everything about Disney World’s MASSIVE 50th Anniversary Celebration, and, yes, we ate SO many blue cupcakes! But we also managed to get over to some of Disney World’s hotels to see if anything new was going on with them, so on with the updates! Disney’s Contemporary Resort Food Updates Contemporary Grounds At the Contemporary Grounds coffee shop at the Contemporary, we noticed NEW tables and chairs. News tables AND chairs! The Contemporary Resort’s glow-up continues! See More Photos From The Contemporary’s Makeover! Disney’s Contemporary Resort Merchandise Updates Bayview Gifts Check out this new Fab Five Magnet Set for $14.99. It’s the Fab Five! We also found some new Slap MagicBands available here. Each is $29.99. Slap MagicBands There’s a new Mary Blair Alice in Wonderland Bag available here. It’s so vibrant! It’s so COOL! All the bows on it are so cute! Whimsical New Mary Blair ‘Alice in Wonderland’ Collection is Available Online Now! Check It Out Here Fantasia If you’re looking to still grab some Pride Pins at Disney World, they’re still in stock at Fantasia! Still in stock! We’ll keep an eye out for more elsewhere, too. Check Out How A Mickey Cupcake Got a Rainbow Upgrade in Disney World Disney’s Contemporary Resort Construction Parking Lot The construction screen wraps in the parking lot are now 50th anniversary-themed. 50th anniversary-themed construction We also noticed the scrims on the top floors are now gone. No more scrims! It’s so nice to see so much of the construction being completed here! Is the NEW Fireworks Dining Party at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Worth the HEFTY Price Tag? Find Out Here! First Floor We discovered even MORE new artwork on the Contemporary’s first floor. Snazzy We are loving how all the art and decor really work with the Contemporary’s updated look and feel. Full Room Tour: Go Inside the New ‘Incredibles’ Rooms at Disney’s Contemporary Resort! Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Food Updates Grand Floridian Cafe We LOVE the chocolate sculptures by the chefs at the Grand Floridian Cafe, and the latest does NOT disappoint. It’s devoted to Cinderella, or more importantly, to her mice friends! And just look at these beautiful details! Cinderella Pumpkin Sculpture We can’t wait to see what kind of masterpiece they come up with next! Click Here To See More Photos of This Chocolate Sculpture Gasparilla Island Grill Although we haven’t seen them since Disney World’s reopening, the self-serve bakery cases have returned to Gasparilla Island Grill. Help yourself to some yumminess So now you can help yourself to your favorite sweets and snacks! Grand Floridian Fans — You HAVE to See Disney’s Newest Resort-Themed Ornament! Click Here! Curiouser Clothiers We found a new Grand Floridian Hat. Baseball Cap This cap is $34.99. Take A Grand Floridian Resort Spa Club-Level Room Tour Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Other Updates The entrances of the resort have also had a 50th Anniversary upgrade — there are new mats at each entrance. 50th Anniversary Mats We love seeing these 50th touches all across Disney World. How Busy Will Disney World Be The First Holiday Weekend of Its 50th Anniversary Celebration? Here’s What We Think! Disney’s Beach Club Resort Food Updates Beaches and Cream So Beaches and Cream might have the most outrageous 50th anniversary snack at Disney World. The Cupcake Celebration Shake is very well in keeping with that tradition thanks to Sparkly Caramel, Sprinkles, an ENTIRE SLICE of Birthday Cake, and a 50th Anniversary Chocolate Medallion on top! Celebration Milkshake It’s a LOT, but it’s also a sweet delicious treat that you’ll probably need to share! It’s available for $16. And you don’t need a reservation to get it — it’s also available at the To-Go Window! Read Our Full Review Of This Over-The-Top Shake Disney’s Beach Club Resort Merchandise Updates Beach Club Marketplace We spotted two of the new 50th Anniversary Alex and Ani Jewelry at Beach Club Marketplace. There’s this pretty 50th Anniversary Minnie Ears Bracelet for $60… Minnie Ears! …a 50th Anniversary Castle Bangle for $60… Cinderella Castle! …and a 50th Anniversary Castle Necklace. Castle Necklace The necklace is $70. DFB BRACKET: Our Readers Rank Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Treats! Disney’s Yacht Club Food Updates The Market at Ale & Compass At the Yacht Club, the 50th Celebration Tart is made with a Birthday Cake Mousse Dome on top of a Milk Chocolate Mousse-Filled Vanilla Tart Shell with Buttercream and Chocolate Decor. It’s so pretty! Celebration Tart However, if you’re not into icing, you might want to skip this dessert — there’s loads of it! Read Our Review Of the Celebration Tart Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Food Updates Capt. Cook’s So we ate a LOT of cupcakes for the 50th anniversary, starting with the 50th Celebration Cupcake at Capt. Cook’s. This is a vanilla cupcake with a DOLE Whip pineapple center, tropical fruit salsa, and topped with a pineapple macaron and a white chocolate medallion! Yep, there’s Dole Whip INSIDE the cupcake. There’s Dole Whip IN our cupcake! There’s a lot going on here, but we really liked it! Grab it now for $5.99. Read Our Full Review of This Cupcake Kona Island Over at Kona Island, we checked out the Cinnamon Cupcake, which is made with apple filling and cream cheese icing, tropical fruit salsa, and a Mickey macaron. That’s another cupcake with a LOT going on! That is A LOT. There’s also the Chocolate Dome, which is a white and dark chocolate mousse dome with a graham cracker crust and blue Mickey spirals. Chocolate Dome Another 50th Anniversary treat you can grab here is the Lemon Tart. This is lemon curd in a sable tart shell with toasted meringue and fresh berries. Lemon tart Sounds like a MUST for lemon fans! Here’s Our Review On Disney World’s Newest Lounge! Pineapple Lanai We checked out the 50th Celebration Dole Whip Pineapple! You can choose either Pineapple or Lime with a 50th Anniversary Chocolate Medallion, a Parasol Umbrella, and EARidescent Shimmer. SO MANY shimmering drinks, y’all. 50th Celebration Dole Whip Pineapple This is basically a shimmery Dole Whip, so yes, it’s delicious. You can get it for $5.99. Read Our Review of This Dole Whip Here Barefoot Pool Bar Okay, so…maybe you need to sit down for this. Because we found a Watermelon Dole Whip MARTINI at the Polynesian! It’s made with Grey Goose Vodka, Watermelon Dole Whip, and green Watermelon Sugar Crystals. And if you’ve ever wanted to know what a Watermelon Jolly Rancher would taste like in drink form, THIS IS IT. Watermelon Dole Whip Martini However, if you want to try it for yourself, it will set you back $17. Read Our Full Review of the Watermelon Dole Whip Martini Here Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Merchandise Updates Boutiki We spotted a new Disney Vacation Club MagicBand at Boutiki. It’s $34.99. DVC MagicBand There’s also this fun Little Mermaid Patch. Life IS the bubbles! We agree! This patch is $17.99. What Are YOUR Thoughts on the Entrance Makeover at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort?! Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Food Updates BoardWalk Bakery Over at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, we had yet ANOTHER cupcake — the 50th Celebration Cupcake made with vanilla cake, marshmallow cream, birthday cake mousse, and gold crispy pearls around the border. It’s also got a milk chocolate 50th icon medallion on top! Why is everything so BLUE?! Can someone say sugar rush? It’s available now for $5.99 Read Our Full Review Of This Cupcake Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Food Updates Landscapes of Flavor Disney’s value resorts are serving up THREE new 50th anniversary treats, including Walt Disney’s Favorite Chili in a Bread Boule. It’s served in a bread boule and topped with cheddar cheese for $9.99. We actually found the chili to taste a little bland. Walt’s Favorite Chili in a Bread Boule The 50th Anniversary Dessert is a Raspberry Cheesecake with a Rose Gold Champagne-infused Glaze, all on top of an Almond Cookie. And it’s gluten-free to boot! Celebration Macaron For $5.99, we found this treat pretty tasty! Read Our Review of All Three Of These 50th Anniversary Foods Disney’s Riviera Resort Updates Le Petit Cafe The 50th Celebration Cupcake at the Riviera is a vanilla cupcake filled with cake-flavored mousse and topped with caramel-buttercream icing. It’s decorated with gold crisp pearls, 50th Anniversary sprinkles, and a whimsical gold Mickey. Celebration Cupcake Warning — this cupcake requires a SERIOUS sweet tooth. It’s available for $5.99. Read Our Full Review Of This Cupcake Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground Food Updates P & J’s Southern Takeout But wait…because we ate even MORE cupcakes. The Chicken Dinner Trio Cupcakes is THREE cupcakes, designed to look like the different parts of a chicken dinner because…why not? Chicken Dinner Trio Cupcakes And you can get all three for $9.99, so it’s not a bad value either! Read Our Full Review of the Chicken Dinner Trio Cupcakes Disney’s Old Key West Resort Food Updates Olivia’s Cafe So we’re not going to lie, but one of our FAVORITE 50th anniversary foods has been the Spam-Cheddar Biscuits with White Gravy and drizzled with Honey. And if you’re looking for the perfect comfort food, this is it! Spam cheddar biscuits You get two biscuits for $15, which we thought was a little steep, but they were delicious! Read Our Full Review of the Spam Cheddar Biscuits Good’s Food To Go And we’ve got ANOTHER cupcake to tell you about. The 50th Celebration Cupcake is a Vanilla Cupcake with Blackberry Sauce, White Chocolate Mousse, a White Chocolate Surprise, and Vanilla Buttercream with Dark Chocolate Mickey Ears and Cocoa Butter Spray to finish. 50th Celebration Cupcake The White Chocolate Surprise? It’s got extra sprinkles in it! How fun, right? A FUN Surprise! This cupcake is available now for $5.99. Read Our Review Of This Cupcake Disney’s Old Key West Merchandise Updates Conch Flats General Store We spotted a TON of new shirts in the shop! This Old Key West Button-Up Shirt looks pretty plain on the front…but the back has the Old Key West logo on it. It’s $125. White Shirt We also saw a super cute Mickey Mouth Youth Shirt — we love the blue and gold colors! It’s $29.99. Cute Mickey shirt for kids There was also this Kids Mickey Shirt, also for $29.99. Cute! Now here’s a character you don’t see much of — we found a Peg Leg Pete Tee for $36.99. Peg Leg Pete! We also spotted some brand new DVC clothing items, too, including a new coral DVC Baseball Cap for $29.99… Hat … a coral and blue Striped DVC Polo Shirt for $49.99… Striped Polo …another Striped DVC Polo Shirt, also for $49.99… Another polo! …a DVC Tee for $27.99… Tee …a cozy-looking DVC Sweatshirt for $59.99… Cozy … a comfy DVC Member Sweater for $99.99… We dig this sweater …and a DVC Member Fleece Throw. We want to cuddle up with this blanket The throw is $64.99. Would You Pay $34 to Whack Your Dessert With a Spoon in Disney World? Here’s Our Review Disney’s Old Key West Resort Other Updates Lobby Disney’s Old Key West Lobby has been completely refurbished and it looks gorgeous! It’s SO nice! We love seeing all these resorts getting makeovers for Disney World’s 50th anniversary! Which Disney World Hotel Has the BEST Rooms? Here’s What YOU Said! Ferryboats The DVC ferryboats are operating again to take guests to Disney Springs! The DVC Ferry is back! This is one of the best ways to get to Disney Springs from the resort. Learn More About The Return of the DVC Ferry Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort Food Updates The Artist’s Palette The Creme Brûlée Eclair is the 50th anniversary treat we were waiting for all along! It’s made with Creme Brûlée Custard, Sugar Crust, Caramel Ganache, with a Milk Chocolate Disc! And it was DELICIOUS. And pretty, too! Crème brûlée Eclair You can grab one now for $5.99. Read Our Full Review Of This Treat! The Artist’s Palette Shop We saw some of the same DVC merchandise we spotted at Old Key West here, too! DVC merchandise But we also found a Men’s Plaid DVC Member Button-Up Shirt for $54.99. Plaid DVC Shirt Finally, there are some new Saratoga Springs Tumblers available! New tumblers! These tumblers are $34.99 each. Here Are The 5 BEST Things to Do in Disney World This October Whew — we had a lot of updates to share! But keep checking back because we’ll have even more soon! See our ranking for ALLL the Magic Kingdom treats here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which Disney World resort is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Disney World's Hotels: A Watermelon DOLE WHIP Martini and Chicken Dinner Cupcakes! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Disneyland is a classic park full of rich history, fun attractions, and delicious food! Sleeping Beauty Castle If you wish you could be at Disneyland every day, there are other ways to feel Disney magic by watching videos or browsing for extravagant Disney-themed homes. But soon, you’ll be able to build your OWN Disneyland right in the comfort of your home! The Build Your Own Disneyland Park Press-Out 3D Model is a new novelty book and craft kit that features a DIY mini model of Disneyland Park’s Main Street, U.S.A. and Sleeping Beauty Castle! ©Amazon, Disney Along with the model of Disneyland, you also get a little book that talks about all of Disneyland Park’s different lands and the park’s history. ©Amazon, Disney You can find this new book and kit available for pre-order on Amazon! It costs $14.99 and will come out on December 7th, making a perfect gift for the holidays (just be sure to keep it away from the little kiddos, it comes with small parts). Click Here to Build Your Own Disneyland! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more! Click Here to Read About the Rides Included in Disneyland’s Genie+ Service! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you want to build your own Disneyland? Let us know in the comments! The post The Latest Amazon Find Lets You BUILD Your Own Disney Park! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Pirates of the Caribbean is a classic Disney attraction that we all know and love! Pirates of the Caribbean in Magic Kingdom! There are several Easter eggs and ride secrets in Disney World that only the pros know, and you can even spot some fun details outside of the attraction! And today, we’re showing you another detail that you have probably walked by each time you’ve visited the Magic Kingdom! Over at the entrance of Pirates of the Caribbean in Magic Kingdom, you’ll see this inconspicuous rock nearby. Pirates of the Caribbean When you look at it at the front, it looks like just a plain old rock, however… It’s not just a rock… …if you look at it from the side, it’s a skull! If you’re entering the line for the ride, the rock will have the illusion of slowly transforming into a skull as you walk by. …it’s a skull! This is one of those details that adds a little extra fun to the parks and shows how much love and care Imagineers put into every little bit of Disney World! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news and more, so stay tuned here for more! Do You Know ALL of These Sneaky Disney World Ride Secrets? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think about this little detail? Let us know in the comments! The post The Pirates of the Caribbean Detail You've Probably Walked Past 100 Times in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s time to go over all the surprising and unexpected news from Disney World this week! Magic Kingdom From the shocking price of this Disney World hotel to the return of fan-favorite shows, there have been some surprising announcements this week! Star Wars Hotel Reservations for the Star Wars hotel, aka the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, opened up this week for Disney Vacation Club members and Annual Passholders. We already knew that the price tag for a 2-night stay was pretty high, but DVC members learned how many points a reservation would cost. Spoiler alert: It’s a LOT of points. ©Disney For a base, standard room at the Star Wars hotel, DVC points begin at a whopping 295 points PER adult. For reference, most DVC rooms around Disney World average around 15 points for standard rooms. If you were hoping to use your DVC points, you might have to start saving now. Here’s the cost of DVC points for the Star Wars hotel! Animal Kingdom Live Entertainment Live entertainment is returning to Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Chakranadi and Kora Tinga Tinga are returning to perform in the streets of Africa, and the Tam Tam Drummers will perform again in early November. Tree of Life We have not yet heard news about the Harambe Village Acrobats, but we’ll be watching closely for an announcement of their big comeback! Learn more about live entertainment returning to Animal Kingdom! Hollywood Studios Live Entertainment Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular Disney announced that the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular will return to Disney’s Hollywood Studios on December 19th, 2021. We have not seen this show since Disney World closed in March 2020. Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! The Epic Stunt Spectacular is a long-running live show that gives the audience an inside look at how some of the stunts from Raiders of the Lost Ark are performed. The Casting Director may even select you as a volunteer! Read more about the Indiana Jones stunt show returning! The “Disney Movie Magic” projection show is also returning to Hollywood Studios on November 7th. Character Meet and Greets A big thing still missing from Disney World is character meet and greets, and this week Disney announced their plans to move forward with a new, modified version for guests! Although it won’t be quite the same with hugs and autographs, guests will still be able to get individualized time with characters. ©Disney Disney Princesses will be returning to Princess Fairytale Hall in Magic Kingdom, Minnie Mouse will be at Red Carpet Dreams in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, where you can also find Disney Junior characters in the Animation Courtyard. And Mickey Mouse will be in the Town Square Theater on Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom! Here’s more information about modified character meet and greets! Disney Genie The Disney Genie service will officially launch on October 19th, and we’ve been learning a lot about everything included in the free service, as well as the paid services Genie+ and Individual Attraction Selection (aka pay-per-ride). We were surprised to learn that if you choose the pay-per-ride option for the qualifying attractions, you will NOT be able to cancel or modify your reservation. ©Disney That means you will NOT receive a refund if you don’t show up to your reservation unless the ride was closed and your reservation could not be rescheduled. And if you change your mind about the ride you reserved, you can’t modify your reservation. So if you use this service, make sure you double-check the ride and time! Learn more about how the pay-per-ride system will work with the Disney Genie! And that’s all the unexpected news from Disney World this week! Keep reading DFB for more Disney World news and updates. How busy will Disney World be on the first holiday weekend of the 50th anniversary? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 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 most unexpected to you this week? Tell us in the comments! The post 5 Unexpected Disney World Announcements From the Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve been pretty busy running around Disney World trying out all the 50th anniversary celebration snacks. Halloween at Magic Kingdom Halloween decor But just in case you forgot, it’s still Halloween, too, meaning that there are still TONS of Halloween treats to try. So far, we’ve had an amazing Halloween margarita flight, Halloween donuts, and a Halloween cupcake or two (or three…)! But today we’re singing the praises of two of our favorite returning spooky snacks! The first of these two snacks is the Mummy Cupcake for $5.29, which is a Chocolate Cupcake filled with Pumpkin-flavored Mousse, decorated with Buttercream, and White Sprinkles. First, it’s totally Instagrammable. Just look at it! It’s adorable! Just don’t be alarmed when you catch it looking back at you! DETAILS But Disney World went HARD on this cupcake and we’re here for it. We found both of these treats at The Market at Ale & Compass at Disney’s Yacht Club. And we’re continuing to eat all the Halloween snacks at Disney World, so stay tuned for more reviews! We Can’t Get Over How Pretty This Shimmery Cocktail is in Disney World! Read Our Review Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you tried these treats at Disney World? Let us know what you thought in the comments! The post REVIEW: Did You REALLY Visit Disney World During Spooky Season If You Didn't Try These 2 Treats? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World’s 50th Anniversary has brought a lot of new offerings. Harmonious Perhaps the most exciting of these offerings are the new firework shows. We’ve already seen Disney Enchantment in Magic Kingdom and Harmonious in EPCOT. Disney fans certainly have big feelings about these new shows, but we noticed something particularly interesting about Harmonious. It’s not really a firework show, is it? The fireworks aren’t the focus. In Harmonious, the fireworks aren’t really the purpose. As you’ve probably seen, Harmonious brought with it VERY LARGE barges that now sit in the middle of World Showcase Lagoon all day. These barges might be pretty unsightly out of showtimes, but they turn out to make for an absolutely jaw-droppingly gorgeous show at night. Harmonious In previous Disney shows, fireworks have been the centerpiece of nighttime shows. Even with Disney Enchantment, pyrotechnics remain just as important or more important than the projections. The same is not true for Harmonious. Harmonious from Rose & Crown EPCOT’s new show is fairly well-rounded. Though you might not see as many fireworks for the first 5-minutes of the show, there are some beautiful fireworks used in the latter half. We’ve even seen these from other parts of Disney World and they are large and impressive — just like we expect from Disney fireworks — but they aren’t the star. If you’re expecting the caliber of fireworks we grew accustomed to in its predecessor, IllumiNations…you might be a tad disappointed. Harmonious Instead, the show also features a rousing score, beautiful water effects, projections, and giant screens on the barges. Beyond that, the barges themselves “dance” along with the music as arms extend to help with the water effects. Yes, fireworks are a piece of Harmonious, but they aren’t the whole shebang. There’s a lot more to see! If you want a fireworks show, you might want to head to Magic Kingdom. If fireworks are your number one priority, you might enjoy Magic Kingdom’s show more. Disney Enchantment has a LOT of projections both on Cinderella Castle and running the length of Main Street, U.S.A., but the fireworks are still extremely prevalent in the show. Whether you’re watching from Magic Kingdom, the top of Disney’s Contemporary Resort, across the water at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, or even a few miles away; these fireworks are showstoppers. Fireworks The projections in Disney Enchantment are amazing too, but Harmonious is much more reliant on projections and screens than its use of fireworks. Sure, watching the show from the BoardWalk will still give you a nice view of some very cool pyrotechnics, but you’ll miss a lot of the show if you’re not standing in the park. New show elements take the stage at Harmonious Harmonious is an extremely technology-forward show with high-tech barges and advanced choreographed water and lighting effects. Seeing those barges all lit up with the water spraying is certainly something to behold! Harmonious Walt Disney World is a technology-oriented place and Harmonious is a brilliant example of that. There are new and improved technologies working together to create a complete experience with Harmonious. The barges are almost a character, moving and changing throughout. That’s fine, and it is pretty to look at, but it’s similar to the old globe that came out in the middle of IllumiNations. You just watch it and maybe some stuff happens around it, but at times you might be getting anxious like “can we just see more fireworks PLZ!” Remember IllumiNations?? So much of the appeal of EPCOT’s fireworks is that they’re essentially in the round. Any view in World Showcase is a great view and everyone has their favorite spots. Now, not so much. There’s a definite “front” to the show and viewing areas that are markedly better than others. For one of our viewings, for instance, we were standing back a bit and found most of the show was obscured by the trees near us. We still saw fireworks quite well, but the screens were mostly lost in that viewing experience. We had a great view LOL The message of EPCOT leans into forward-thinking, so it kind of makes sense that we’d have this multisensory, multi-media experience with Harmonious. We aren’t just seeing explosions in the sky, we’re seeing water, projections, lasers, and screens to create an interesting experience. The heavy focus on Disney characters and films throughout rather than something new and original might not feel like the most “EPCOT” of things, but the technology, in a way, does. Harmonious And if you do love fireworks the best, you’re not out of luck. Harmonious has beautiful fireworks, you just might have to wait until a little later in than show. And they won’t be the focus throughout the show like we said above. Overall, it doesn’t quite make sense to call Harmonious a straight fireworks show. It’s just different. If you’ve ever seen World of Color in Disneyland’s California Adventure, we’d almost compare it to that…but with fireworks in the second half. There’s no way to make a direct comparison, but that was the vibes we got from it. And even then, the amount of fireworks seems pared down compared to past EPCOT shows. You don’t get that in-your-face finale that seems to light up all of the Florida sky quite like we did with other shows. It just kind of…ends. Harmonious With that being said, this show is being highly debated by Disney fans. Some love the new show, while others feel like it doesn’t feel “EPCOT” enough. We will say that this show is different. And for die-hard EPCOT fans, it might take some getting used to. The barges are still eyesores during the day and some fans feel like the show doesn’t make up for the distorted view. What are your thoughts about the show? Do you think it’s a fireworks show? Do you think it makes up for the massive barges? We’d love to hear your thoughts. Click here to see a video of Harmonious! Want MORE Details About EPCOT’s MASSIVE Transformation? Future World Will Transform Into Three New Neighborhoods — Learn More Here A Revitalized Club Cool Is Now Open in EPCOT The New Creations Shop is OPEN and Has Replaced Mouse Gear Go Inside Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure With Us Check Out All of the Tasty Details About EPCOT’s New Crêperie Get a Closer Look at the New Nighttime Lights Coming to Spaceship Earth See More About EPCOT’s Upcoming Nighttime Spectacular -- Harmonious Learn All About Space 220, Which Has Officially OPENED in EPCOT What’s Been CUT From the EPCOT Transformation? See More Here! Learn More About the New PLAY! Pavilion Coming to Epcot! See All the Details You Need to Know About the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Coaster Coming to World Discovery Learn More About Journey of Water -- Inspired by Moana, Coming to World Nature Click HERE for All the News and Details about EPCOT’s Transformation! Join the DFB Newsletter To get all the latest Epcot transformation news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think of Harmonious? Tell us in the comments! The post WARNING: Harmonious Is Not A Real Fireworks Show in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article