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We’ve seen all kinds of new merchandise for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary. 50th Merchandise at World of Disney There are several different collections coming out just for the event, with new Minnie ears, tumblers, and more! Around the parks, we’ve seen the snacks get in on the action too, with 50th-themed popcorn boxes in the Magic Kingdom. Now there’s going to be even MORE new items, and you can find them at all the Disney World resorts. The newest 50th-themed makeover came to the refillable resort mugs that you can buy at Disney World hotels. You can buy a mug at your resort when you arrive, and then get free refills of soda or hot beverages throughout your stay. 50th Refillable Mugs We’ve seen them get new designs for other holidays in Disney World, and now there are TWO new designs for the 50th! We got to check them out at a special media event in Disney World today. Be on the lookout because they should be available at the hotels soon. One of the mugs is designed for the 50th celebration, with an EARidescent background and pictures of popular rides, attractions, and characters from Disney World. The characters are dressed in their 50th best, with sparkling pastel outfits. EARidescent Mug The other mug is all about the Disney World hotels. It has images of all the resorts, parks, and transportation that you can find at Disney World! You might have to search to find your favorites since there are so many things included on the mug. Resort Mug Both designs should be available at every Disney World hotel. We will let you know when we spot them in person! There’s, even more, coming to Disney World for the 50th, so stay tuned with DFB! Click Here to See a First Look at the 50th Anniversary Treats Coming to EPCOT 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 of the new mugs is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney World to attend their media preview of the 50th Anniversary. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post PHOTOS: See the NEW Refillable Hotel Mugs for Disney World's 50th Anniversary first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Quite a few changes have been made at several of Disney World’s hotels recently. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Guest rooms at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort have received a Moana-inspired makeover. The rooms at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge have received an update, and some rooms at Disney’s Contemporary Resort have been re-themed to the Incredibles. Now, we’ve got a FIRST LOOK at some new rooms that will be coming to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa! Earlier this year, Disney announced that BIG room changes would be coming to the Grand Floridian. Specifically, Disney shared that they would be converting one building of hotel rooms into Disney Vacation Club Villas. Starting in spring 2022, Big Pine Key is set to be transformed into 200 Resort Studios, which will open in summer 2022. Grand Floridian Lobby Disney has also announced that certain renovations and enhancements will be taking place at the Disney Vacation Club villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. These renovations are set to start in November at the Grand Floridian. Disney’s Grand Floridian Today, Disney shared a first look at the brand NEW Disney Vacation Club Resort Studios and a sneak peek at the renovated villas that will be coming to the resort. We’ll start with the studios. According to Disney, the resort studios will feature all kinds of special features like “quartz countertops, ornate crown molding, and luxury patterned tile.” There will also be “a flat-screen TV, a beverage center with a beverage cooler and coffee maker, and a gleaming bathroom with marble tile floors and a combo bath/shower.” These rooms will have 2 queen-size beds and a day bed. Resort Studio ©Disney When it comes to the deluxe studios, these will accommodate up to 5 individuals and feature a new pull-down queen-size bed that tucks away into the wall, a queen-size bed, and a pull-down bunk-size bed. The deluxe studios will also have a full split bathroom, a kitchenette, a small refrigerator, a microwave, a coffeemaker, and a flat-panel TV. Deluxe Studio ©Disney One and two-bedroom villas will be getting a new look and some enhancements as well. One and two-bedroom villas feature “full kitchens and large living areas…stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, granite countertops, seeded glass door cabinets, a washer and dryer, and more.” One-Bedroom Villa Living Room Area ©Disney A 1-bedroom villa sleeps up to 5 (king-size bed, pull-down queen-size bed, and a pull-down bunk-size bed). 1-Bedroom Villa Bathroom ©Disney A 2-bedroom villa sleeps up to 9 and feature “a king-size bed, two queen-size beds, a pull-down queen-size bed, and a pull-down bunk-size bed.” 2-Bedroom Villa ©Disney Looking to go even bigger? The 3-bedroom grand villa sleeps up to 12 guests and feature all of the same amenities as the 2-bedroom villas. According to Disney, “Three-bedroom grand villas feature a spacious dining area, and a lavish living room with a large, flat-panel TV, home theater system, and an additional queen-size sleeper sofa.” Three Bedroom Grand Villa ©Disney Throughout the rooms you’ll find accents including Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse as Victorian-themed silhouettes. There will also be artwork from Mary Poppins and Dumbo. According to the Disney Vacation Club, throughout 2022 all room types across Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa are set to receive a refurbished update for guests to enjoy. We’ll keep an eye out for more details about these refurbishments and we’ll let you know what we find. Click here to tour an existing club-level room at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa! 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 of these rooms? Tell us in the comments. The post PHOTOS: First Look at the NEW Grand Floridian Vacation Club Rooms Coming to Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

An event 50 years in the making is now less than ONE DAY AWAY! That’s right, tomorrow marks the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort, and today we released a whole bunch of exciting new details about what’s in store over the next 18 months during “The World’s Most Magical Celebration.”http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/UKHh6W1vkw4View the full article

Disney announced the new MagicMobile service earlier this year. MagicMobile ©Disney This service is on your smartphone (through the My Disney Experience app), and it works like a MagicBand. With the MagicMobile, you can use your phone (or other smart device like an Apple watch) to enter the Disney parks, link PhotoPass photos, and more. On the app, you can choose from different designs and customize your pass. And Disney just released a BUNCH of new designs just for the 50th Anniversary! When you set up your MagicMobile account, you’ll get to choose from a variety of designs for your pass. Now some of those options include special 50th Anniversary-themed ones! Each of the new designs has a gold Disney character on it, like the golden statues we’ve seen all around the parks. There’s one for Mickey Mouse… ©Disney …Minnie Mouse… ©Disney …Olaf… ©Disney …Figment… ©Disney …Simba… ©Disney …and R2-D2! ©Disney You’ll also find backgrounds for other characters, like Bo Peep from Toy Story, Dory and Nemo, Frozone from The Incredibles, and Miguel from Coco. Miguel and Dante from Coco The new pass designs are another way you can make your Disney World trip, even MORE, 50th Anniversary themed. Keep following DFB, and we’ll let you know about all the new updates coming to the parks for the 50th. Click Here to Check Out Our Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary 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 of the new pass designs would you choose? Let us know in the comments! The post NEW 50th Anniversary MagicMobile Designs Added to the Disney World App! 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. We are all about sharing the best Disney sales, discounts, and deals with you when we find them. Disney Merchandise Who doesn’t love saving money on Disney gear? And today, we’ve got another great deal for you over at shopDisney! You can now get FREE Shipping on shopDisney for a limited time. So if you’ve been wanting to stock up some fun Halloween decor, like this adorable Mickey and Minnie Mouse Halloween Countdown Calendar, now’s your chance! And look, even Figaro is even on it getting in on the spooky action! ©Disney The countdown calendar is $49.99. Click Here To Buy The Mickey and Minnie Mouse Halloween Countdown Calendar Are you thinking ahead to fall wear? This Belle Velour Sweatshirt for Adults looks so soft and cozy — it’s perfect for those chilly autumn nights. ©Disney You can grab this sweatshirt now for $49.99. Click Here To Buy The Belle Velour Sweatshirt for Adults Speaking of getting cozy, how about some fun holiday pajamas like the Mickey Mouse and Friends Holiday One-Piece Pajama for Adults. Does it get any cozier than that? ©Disney This one-piece pajama is $44.99. Click Here To Buy The Mickey Mouse and Friends Holiday One-Piece Pajama for Adults It doesn’t matter what you buy, though, because if you enter the code FREESHIP during check-out, you get it all with free shipping. But hurry because this deal is only for today! And we’ll let you know if we spot any other deals on Disney merchandise. 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. Will you be ordering anything from shopDisney today? Let us know in the comments! The post HURRY! You Have Less Than 24 Hours To Get FREE Shipping On Disney Merchandise! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Celebrated for its 1890s Victorian architecture and elegance, The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is a favorite resort of Disney Vacation Club Members. On the eve of the 50th Anniversary Celebration of Walt Disney World Resort, Disney Vacation Club shared a first look at the rooms members will call home beginning in the summer of 2022.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/qAQfsh-BoYEView the full article

Halloween season is here! And we LOVE this time of year at Disney World — the spooky decor is up, the fun Halloween merchandise is out, and the wickedly wonderful treats have arrived! MuppetVision 3D is spookier today! We’re also ready for all the great Halloween content coming to Disney+, ESPECIALLY the Muppets Haunted Mansion special, which we’ve been excited about since it was first announced! But, this special is also crashing an attraction at Disney World! That’s right, the Muppets Haunted Mansion special is crashing Muppet*Vision 3D at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It’s taking over the pre-show! Let’s go see the show! We headed right on over to Muppet*Vision 3D today to see the spooky overlay for ourselves. We love when rides get overlays! Once inside the pre-show area, all of the screens were showing the Muppets Haunted Mansion logo. And there are a LOT of screens in here, so you can’t miss the show! A little less scary than the stretching room, don’t ya think? Then, the pre-show started, and it is SO fun! It features some classic Haunted Mansion moments, but this version stars the Muppets. Take a sneak peek below! Only the pre-show has the Muppets Haunted Mansion overlay, the main show is the same. Kermit and Fozzie Bear! If you’re still in the mood for more Muppets Haunted Mansion at Disney World after the attraction, be sure to drop by PizzeRizzo to get the Muppet Haunted Mansion eclairs — there are four different designs that feature the Muppets as the characters from the stretching room portraits in the Haunted Mansion. Muppets Haunted Mansion Eclairs There’s also a fun new PhotoPass MagicShot available at Magic Kingdom. And if you’re a Muppets fan, you’ll want to get this rare photo op with Madame Leota…we mean, Madame PIGota! ©Disney We’re kind of hoping this becomes a year-round Halloween thing, aren’t you? We’ll let you know if we spot any other Muppets Haunted Mansion stuff at the parks, so stay tuned to DFB! See Which Celebrities Will Make a Cameo in Muppets Haunted Mansion on Disney+ 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 of the new MuppetVision 3D pre-show? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS & VIDEO: Muppets Haunted Mansion Has Taken Over Muppet*Vision 3D in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Kat and Jan Mapa lived just seven houses down from one another, growing up in their village in Escalante, Philippines. It wasn’t until they were adults that they reconnected and fell in love. Jan, an assistant bartender, is a third-generation seafarer who has worked for Disney Cruise Line for ten years. He didn’t want to be […]http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/rju0zKjefPwView the full article

Earlier this year, Disney World released a lot of details about the new Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser experience (a.k.a. the Star Wars Hotel). Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Concept Art ©Disney Today they’ve shared even MORE information, including the date on which the hotel will open and when guests can begin to make reservations. Disney also shared a sneak peek INSIDE the hotel and we got to hear and see a bit more about one of the experiences that guests will have on board! The Star Wars hotel is set to open on March 1st, 2022. When it opens, guests will be able to board the Halcyon (the name of the ship you’ll be boarding) by heading to the Galactic Starcruiser Terminal and boarding a “launch pod,” which will take them out to space where the Halcyon awaits. ©Disney Once on board, guests will be able to live out their own Star Wars story by interacting with characters, exploring the ship, taking part in activities, training with a lightsaber, and more. Disney Imagineers have told us that “not everything will go as planned,” and guests’ decisions will be able to impact the story. Today, we got a special media preview of part of Galactic Starcruiser from Ann Morrorw Johnson. ©Disney During the initial part of the preview, we could see various screens with designs on them near Ann Morrow. ©Disney Then, the view opened up and we got a peek at one specific area where guests will get to participate in special activities — the Bridge. ©Disney The Bridge is the part of the ship where the navigation, power, and more of the starcruiser is controlled. The bridge is also where guests can go for training about how to navigate the Halcyon and operate its controls and defense systems. ©Disney Disney shared that out of the viewports you’ll be able to see other ships — including other ships in the Chandrila Star Line (which your own ship, the Halcyon, is part of). ©Disney During the Bridge training guests will be placed in control of parts of the Bridge! And who knows, that training might just be put to the test during your 2-night stay on the Halcyon. Peep that Glowing Screen Area on the Bottom ©Disney It’s a wild universe out there, and you just never know what might happen! ©Disney Could some of those levers start the jump to lightspeed? We can only hope! ©Disney Guests can start making general reservations for the Galactic Starcruiser on October 28th of this year. But, Disney has shared that select guests, including Disney Vacation Club members, Disney Passholders and Disney Visa Cardmembers may be able to get a special booking opportunity — so be sure to be on the lookout for more information about that. ©Disney We’ll keep an eye out for more details about the Galactic Starcruiser, and we’ll let you know what we find. Keep following DFB for more updates and announcements about this exciting new hotel! Click Here to Learn More About the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser Star Wars Hotel -- Galactic Starcruiser News and Information See the Sample Pricing Revealed for the Star Wars Hotel Check Out a Sample Itinerary for the Star Wars Hotel Experience See Everything We Know About Dining at the Star Wars Hotel Learn About the Room Types at the Star Wars Hotel Watch a Video With Groundbreaking Details About the Star Wars Hotel Check Out a Complete Packing List for the Star Wars Hotel See 7 Important Details You May Have Missed About the Star Wars Hotel Check Out Some Important Announcements About the Star Wars Hotel See Why Galactic Starcruiser Isn’t Really a Hotel Click HERE to See More About Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Are you going to board the Halcyon when the hotel opens next year? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Sneak Peek at One of the Unique Experiences Aboard the Star Wars Hotel in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We’ve been admiring a lot of new Disney merchandise in the theme parks lately. Merchandise In Disney World But there’s also plenty of fun Disney items that you can buy without even leaving your house! And sometimes you can get great deals as well. We found five of the best deals on Disney things that you can get on Amazon right now. First up, we found some Mickey Mouse-themed plates and bowls, with colorful sayings from Mickey and playful polka dots around the borders. ©Amazon The dinnerware set comes with four large plates, four smaller plates, and four bowls. ©Amazon You can get the 12-piece set for $69.36, which is $10.63 off its original price. Click Here to Buy the Mickey Dinnerware Set Of course, you’ll need some tasty snacks to put on your new Dinnerware set! Check out this Mickey Waffle Maker, which is on sale now. ©Amazon The waffle maker makes 6″ waffles shaped like Mickey Mouse’s head. ©Amazon You can get it now for $7 off its original price of $39.99 at $32.99. Click Here to Buy the Mickey Mouse Waffle Maker We found one more Mickey-themed kitchen item — a Slow Cooker and Dipper set! ©Amazon The Slow Cooker is 5 quarts, which fits up to a whole chicken. The dipper holds 20 ounces, which makes it perfect for small dishes or appetizers. You can buy the set for $19.51 off its original price of $59.99 at $40.48. Click Here to Buy the Disney-themed Slow Cooker For all the car fans out there, you can get a set of six Hot Wheel cars that are each themed after a classic Disney character. ©Amazon There’s one for Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Donald and Daisy Duck, Goofy, and Pluto. The set is on sale for $21.70 now, which is $3.29 off its original price of $24.99. Click Here to Buy the Disney HotWheels Set We might have saved the best for last because there’s a Loungefly mini-backpack with a Mandalorian theme on sale now! ©Amazon You’ll find these mini-backpacks all over Disney World, with designs inspired by Disney movies and parks. This one has the Child on the front with the IG-11 droid behind him, both characters from the Star Wars show called The Mandalorian. ©Amazon You can get it now for $68.98, which is $11.02 off its original price of $80. Click Here to Buy the Mandalorian Backpack That wraps up our Disney Amazon sale finds for this week! Keep following DFB for more updates on Disney merchandise, both in and out of the parks. Click Here to Check Out More Disney Merchandise Online, Including Hidden Mickey Mugs and Studded Mickey Ears 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. Which of the Disney items on sale would you add to your cart? Let us know in the comments! The post The BEST Disney Deals on Amazon Right NOW! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve been wearing MagicBands since 2013, and now they’re about to get a BIG glow-up for Disney World’s 50th anniversary! ©Disney The newest generation of Disney’s MagicBand will be known as the MagicBand+, and they’re adding a ton of fun features that will add to the whole Disney World experience! We already shared that the new service would be making its way to Disney World, but now, let’s look at some of the details. Let’s get into it! The current generation of MagicBands are a wearable way to enter your Disney World hotel room, pay for things around the parks, enter what used to be a FastPass+ lane, and more. The MagicBand+ will be a whole new way to interact with Disney World, with features like haptic vibrations, color-changing lights, and even gesture recognition! ©Disney Some of the new MagicBand+ features Disney has announced include being able to pretend to be a bounty hunter in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, where guests will be able to find virtual bounties. ©Disney The MagicBand+ will also interact with the gold 50th anniversary statues, which are located throughout all four Disney World parks. ©Disney And at night, the MagicBand+ will actually light up in sync with the new fireworks shows, including Disney Enchantment at Magic Kingdom and Harmonious at EPCOT! ©Disney This is all a part of the metaverse that Disney is pushing to create. The newest MagicBand generation will launch beginning in 2022, with opportunities for discounts and pre-arrival prices for guests staying at Disney World Resort hotels, as well as Annual Passholders. And if this new technology isn’t your thing, you can keep your current generation of MagicBand too. Keep reading DFB for more Disney World news! Read more about Amazon and Alexa will impact your Disney World hotel stay! 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. Will you get a MagicBand+? Tell us in the comments! The post New Interactive MagicBands Will CHANGE How You Visit Disney World -- Get ALL the Details Here! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World has been announcing and releasing some new technology features lately. Disney’s Contemporary Resort Hotel Room Many more spots are now available via Mobile Order; not too long ago Disney launched MagicMobile — turning your phone into your MagicBand in many ways, and recently we shared some details about a new service that’ll be available through Amazon Alexa in your Disney World hotel room and at home. Just how will this new Disney service through Amazon’s Alexa enhance your hotel stay? Today we got some updates on just that! Recently, Disney announced a new service called “Hey Disney!” Disney has characterized this as a “custom voice assistant” that uses “Alexa technology for supported Amazon Echo devices.” The “Hey Disney!” voice assistant will work alongside Alexa and will respond to vocal prompts. There will be an at-home component to “Hey Disney!”, but for now we’re going to focus on what it’ll do while you’re in Disney World. Access to “Hey Disney!” will be offered as an optional, complimentary feature during stays at Disney World’s resort hotels. It will start rolling out across the rooms at Disney World’s resort hotels in 2022, as part of the 18-month-long 50th Anniversary celebration. ©Disney “Hey Disney!” is a “magical companion” that can introduce guests to Disney characters, set alarms (useful for those early morning wake-ups during vacation), answer questions, and even guide guests to surprises. While staying at a Disney World hotel, “Hey Disney!” will be able to make your vacation easier by answering your questions and even fulfilling certain requests. You’ll be able to ask “Hey Disney!” for details about when the next bus to a particular park is scheduled to arrive at your hotel (Disney notes you’ll be able to ask: “Hey Disney! When does the next bus to EPCOT depart?”) and when the parks will open. You’ll also be able to talk to “Hey Disney!” to request things like extra blankets or pillows (Disney notes you’ll be able to say: “Hey Disney! Can we have some extra towels?”), which will then by delivered by Cast Members. ©Disney “Hey Disney!” will also be able to connect guests to new character experiences. During a media preview event, one of the Disney representatives asked the service for a joke and Dory appeared on the screen. Of course, we just have to share Dory’s joke with you — what kind of fish comes out at night? A starfish of course! ©Disney According to a Disney press release “‘Hey Disney!’ will make the services Alexa users know and love – weather forecasts, timers, alarms, etc. – magical with the help of popular characters such as Mickey Mouse, Olaf, C-3PO and many more.” “Hey Disney!” features a new character, the Disney Magical Companion, who, according to Disney, “will help guests discover more than a thousand magical interactions, such as hearing special greetings and jokes from authentic Disney character voices, asking trivia questions and exploring audio environments inspired by Disney films and destinations.” ©Disney As we mentioned, “Hey Disney!” will be available for FREE during Disney World Resort hotel stays, once it starts to roll out in 2022. At home, fans will be able to purchase “Hey Disney!” once it is available through the Amazon Alexa Skills store. Additionally, guests will be able to grab 2 new exclusive Mickey-inspired stands for the Echo Show 5. There will be one design featuring Mickey’s classic red shorts… ©Disney …and another inspired by Mickey’s 50th Anniversary celebration outfit. The one inspired by the 50th Anniversary outfit is the version guests will find in Disney World resort hotel rooms. ©Disney We’ll keep an eye out for more details about the “Hey Disney!” service, and we’ll let you know what we find! Click here to see 9 Disney games you never knew you could play on your Amazon Alexa! 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 Are you excited about this Amazon feature? Tell us in the comments! The post How a New Amazon Alexa Feature Will Impact Your Disney World Hotel Stay first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Alright. You’re ready to seal the deal and book that Disney World vacation. Hollywood Studios Your budget? $5,000 — give or take a buck. How are you going to spend it to secure the best trip ever? Mind if I give you a suggestion or two? Check out our video below What a $5,000 Disney World Trip Looks Like!  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: What Does a ,000 Disney World Trip Look Like? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World’s 50th anniversary is TOMORROW!! It’s almost here! Can you believe it?! The Most Magical Place on Earth is about to be half a century old — and we’re SO ready to celebrate. From fireworks to food to merchandise, Disney has been getting us hyped up for this day for a long time. And now, guests will have even longer to celebrate the big day in Magic Kingdom! Disney has extended the hours in Magic Kingdom for the 50th anniversary! Cinderella Castle at night is a very pretty sight! Previously, the park was going to be open from 8AM-10PM on October 1st, and 9AM-10PM on October 2nd-4th. But now, you will get a whole extra hour in Magic Kingdom because the park will be open until 11PM! The new hours are: Friday, October 1st: 8AM-11PM Saturday, October 2nd: 9AM-11PM Sunday, October 3rd: 9AM-11PM Monday, October 4th: 9AM-11PM How gorgeous is this?! This will give you even more time to explore the park after watching Magic Kingdom’s new fireworks show — Disney Enchantment — at 9PM each night! Disney Enchantment ©Disney Closing hours remain the same after October 4th. On Tuesday, October 5th, the park will close at 8:30 for Boo Bash (Disney Enchantment will take place at 8PM), then on Wednesday, October 6th, Magic Kingdom will close at 9PM for regular guests, but stay open until 11PM for Deluxe and Deluxe Villa Resort guests as part of the new Extended Evening Hours. More time to move around Main Street! Hooray for having more time in Magic Kingdom to celebrate! Stay tuned to DFB as we follow along with everything happening for the 50th anniversary. Click here to see more about Disney World’s 50th anniversary! 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 in Magic Kingdom tomorrow for the anniversary? Let us know in the comments! The post Magic Kingdom Park Hours Extended for 50th Anniversary first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney's Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will open March 1, and Epcot's Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ride will debut in 2022 too. View the full article Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will open near Disney's Hollywood Studios on March 1, the company announced Thursday. (Courtesy of Disney/Lucasfilm) Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, the immersive experience planned for Walt Disney World, will open to the public March 1, the resort announced in a virtual news conference Thursday morning. And the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ride that’s under construction at Epcot will debut in 2022. These are the most specific dates yet given for the attractions. Previously, Disney had narrowed the window for Starcruiser to merely “spring” of next year, and Cosmic Rewind’s debut had been publicly adrift since the thrill ride was announced in 2017. The announcements come as Disney World prepares to launch its 50th-anniversary celebration into high gear Friday. The massive building containing Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is seen at Epcot, where the roller coaster will debut sometime next year. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel) Galactic Starcruiser, sometimes referred to as “Star Wars hotel” by fans, will put visitors in the setting of a space vessel, where they will choose roles and make decisions that affect their two-night stay. Starcruiser is under construction near Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park. Cosmic Rewind is going up on the former site of Epcot’s Universe of Energy and a new big bright blue building in a former backstage area. On Wednesday, members of the media were allowed to stand briefly on the floor of the facility, which is filled with black rails and featured a purple vortex-looking scene. (No photography was allowed.) Thursday’s news conference also included the announcement of MagicBand+, which will create more interactivity with theme park attractions, including the recently installed Disney Fab 50 Character Collection. It will become available next year. No purchase price was given. The bulk of the virtual event recapped previously announced additions and coming-soon attractions, including Magic Kingdom’s “Disney Enchanted” and Epcot’s “Harmonious” and its Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure ride. Each of those officially debut Friday as the resort begins its celebration, scheduled to last 18 months. Dewayne Bevil Orlando Sentinel

Are you ready to step aboard the Halcyon for the intergalactic adventure of your dreams?! Well, that day is approaching very quickly! ©Disney via IAAPA Expo 2020 Presentation We’ve been keeping tabs on ALL the news about the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser experience (also referred to as the Star Wars hotel), and now we’ve got a BIG update. We now know when you’ll be able to make your reservation for this incredible adventure! Disney shared today that you’ll officially be able to start making reservations for the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser experience on October 28th, with the first “voyages” launching on March 1, 2022! Let the countdown commence! Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser Atmosphere ©Disney We expect that these reservations will fill up SUPER quickly, so be sure to mark this date in your calendars, set your alarms, and get ready for some quick typing and clicking. Or, you can reach out to your travel professional to help you with all of your booking needs. We personally recommend our friends over at Small World Vacations — they can help make your Disney vacation booking experience stress-free, plus their services will not cost you anything! All of their contact information is below so you can reach out to them for a no obligation price quote today. Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser Atmosphere ©Disney Keep in mind that the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser experience will be unlike anything else at Disney World. Unlike a traditional hotel, this isn’t a spot where you can just book as many nights as you’d like and mainly just go back to the room to sleep. Instead, this will be much more like a cruise experience. All reservations must be for the required 2-night stay, and you should plan to stay aboard the “ship” for the entire duration of your stay — except for a guided trip out to Batuu. Transport Vehicle ©Disney The whole experience will truly let you live out your own unique Star Wars adventure. From lightsaber training to interactions with your favorite Star Wars characters, you’ll feel like you’ve left earth and really traveled into space. You won’t even be able to actually look out of any windows to the outside world while on board. Instead, all rooms will “look out” into the depths of space. ©Disney via IAAPA Expo 2020 Presentation Again, we expect reservations will get booked very quickly, so be sure to make plans in advance if this is a must-do experience for you, and mark your calendar for October 28th. Until we meet again, may the Force be with you. Click here to see more about the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser experience! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg Star Wars Hotel -- Galactic Starcruiser News and Information See the Sample Pricing Revealed for the Star Wars Hotel Check Out a Sample Itinerary for the Star Wars Hotel Experience See Everything We Know About Dining at the Star Wars Hotel Learn About the Room Types at the Star Wars Hotel Watch a Video With Groundbreaking Details About the Star Wars Hotel Check Out a Complete Packing List for the Star Wars Hotel See 7 Important Details You May Have Missed About the Star Wars Hotel Check Out Some Important Announcements About the Star Wars Hotel See Why Galactic Starcruiser Isn’t Really a Hotel Click HERE to See More About Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Will you be booking the Star Wars hotel? Tell us in the comments! The post NEWS: Reservation Release DATE Announced for the Star Wars Hotel in Disney World! 🚨 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you have one in your home, you probably already know how versatile the Amazon Alexa is. From playing your favorite music or making a grocery list to checking the local weather and streaming your favorite podcast, this little gadget makes our lives a bit more convenient and a bit more fun. @Amazon With all the things you know Alexa can do, we’ll bet you never knew about these 9 Disney games you can play on your Alexa! These games are fun for kids and adults alike, and some of them will provide endless hours of interactive play. Let’s check them out! When you can’t be in the Disney Parks, you can still have some special Disney magic at home with these fun Alexa games! C-3PO Translates! You are on the hunt for some very specific Droids, but you can’t speak the language! Oh no! Fear not, intrepid adventurer! There’s a certain droid that happens to speak over 6 million languages (so he says!). With the help of C-3PO Translates!, you’ll be speaking Droidspeak or Shyriiwook phrases in no time. Better yet, you’ll be talking to the likes of Chewbacca and R2D2 in their own language. Want to learn to speak a little Chewie? Now you can! The game has an add-on for Ewokese (because you know you always wanted to know what “yub nub” means!) and additional words and phrases in Shyriiwook and Droidspeak with the Amazon Kids+ subscription. Ask “Alexa, open C-3PO Translates” Marvel’s Project M.I.N.D. Marvel’s Project M.I.N.D. is really the ultimate in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) game. Kids will get to work with Shuri, not just the younger sister of Black Panther and princess of Wakanda, but also one of the lead scientists from Wakanda. She will guide young proteges on brain teasers and various calculations, and they can challenge themselves with other STEM activities. Wakanda Forever! This game is great for kids in the eight to nine-year-old range, although younger kids may love the narrated parts. Older kids might enjoy the challenge of STEM questions. You’ll get access t this with an Alexa Dot Kids Edition or FreeTime Unlimited add-ons. Try asking “Alexa, open Marvel: Project M.I.N.D.” Disney Plot Twist Do you remember playing Mad Libs as a kid? If you want to share the fun and hilarity of that game, it’s high time to introduce your kids to Disney Plot Twist. You or your kids can fill in the blanks of an adventure story, and then, the story will be told by one of your favorite Disney characters using your words and phrases. Anna might narrate the story YOU help create! This Alexa skill is part of the Kids Edition. Ask “Alexa, open Disney Plot Twist.” Disney Hits Challenge Is there a Disney song expert in your gang? The family member that knows all the words to all the songs? Disney Hits Challenge tests their skills to see just how good they are at not only identifying the song title but picking up on the lyrics and the characters as well. Do you know who is singing your favorite Disney song? This is a great family game, so don’t be shy if your toes start tapping and you can’t help but sing along! Say “Alexa, play Disney Hits Challenge.” Trivia Game for Disney Okay, so you know your Disney music, but how do you feel about Disney trivia? With Trivia Game for Disney, you’ll be asked a series of multiple-choice questions that will test your Disney knowledge in a variety of categories. Does Anyone Know the Answer? There are easier questions that are great for younger kids, but some of the questions are challenging, even for your family’s Disney expert. Say “Alexa, open Disney Trivia.” Descendants Challenge Speaking of trivia and music, the Descendants Challenge Alexa skill might be exactly the kind of game the Descendants fans in your house would like. Who sang the song, Evie or Mal? And how are you with song lyrics? Let’s find out with this fun trivia game. Descendants – Who is the biggest fan in your house? You can earn stars as you get answers correct, playing for a spot on the daily leaderboard. See if you’ve got all the ways to be W-I-C-K-E-D! Say “Alexa, play Descendants Challenge.” Disney Princess Playtime If you have a little one who loves the Disney princesses (OK, it’s you, and that’s perfectly fine), this Alexa skill lets them BE the princess. Spend time exploring the place where the princess lives, meet her friends, and do other activities playing the part of Tiana, Ariel, or another Disney princess favorite. Princesses in Disney World Although geared towards younger kids, older kids might like feeling immersed in the world of their favorite princess as well. Say “Alexa, open Disney Princess Playtime.” Marvel Hero Training Are you a True Believer? Imagine getting paired up with Star-Lord, Captain America, or even the Incredible Hulk to complete challenging missions answering “what if” questions. This is a game for the Marvel Hero trainee wannabe at your house. Captain America This is an interactive game that encourages kids to get up, move around, and do some jumping. It really helps keep kids moving. Say “Alexa, open Marvel Hero Training.” My Disney Story Working with a narrator in My Disney Story, you’ll be able to plot some twists and turns to tell some popular Disney and Pixar stories the way you want them. But the fun doesn’t end there. Hi Buzz! When your story is ready, you can act it out for the whole family! That makes this game different every time you play. Say “Alexa, open Disney Stories.” Coming Soon: “Hey, Disney!” Want to interact with Disney characters through Alexa or unlock things to make your vacation easier? Starting in 2022, all you’ll need to do to get some extra magic at home and at the Disney World hotels is say “Hey, Disney!” Disney recently shared that they’ve created their own “custom assistant, using Disney stories, characters, and more,” built onto the Amazon Alexa technology. Whether you’re at home or in a Disney World Hotel room, you’ll be able to say “Hey, Disney!” to your Amazon Alexa device to unlock features that’ll make your vacation easier and more fun, or simply be entertained. This special offering will include “authentic character voices, unique audio environments inspired by [Disney’s] films and destinations, and more than a thousand magical interactions to discover.” There will even be a few surprises along the way! ©Disney More details about “Hey, Disney!” are set to be released on the future, so check back with us for updates. With a changing library of skills, Alexa may be a go-to when you’re looking for something for a family game night or to get your Disney fix in between Disney trips. Whether it’s Marvel superheroes, Disney princesses, or an experience with another galaxy, you’ll find it now for Alexa. 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. Which Disney game do you play using Alexa? Tell us in the comments! The post 9 Disney Games You NEVER Knew You Could Play on Your Amazon Alexa first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

SO much is happening around Disney World lately! Cinderella Castle The parks and hotels are getting ready for the big 50th anniversary, which includes things like new shows, food, and an attraction. And, Disney just announced another new thing coming to Disney World that will change your guest experience! There is a NEW type of MagicBand coming to Disney World as part of the 50th anniversary celebration: MagicBand+! ©Disney MagicBand+ was just announced to have the same capabilities as the current MagicBands — plus MORE. It will include various interactive features that will enhance your park experience. ©Disney You will be able to buy MagicBand+ starting next year! It will also include a discounted, pre-arrival price for Disney Resort hotel guests and for new and renewing Walt Disney World Annual Passholders. ©Disney You will still be able to buy the current version of MagicBands, as well as use MagicMobile on My Disney Experience. We’ll keep you updated when we find out an official date for the release, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see ALL of the 50th anniversary character statues! 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 of this new MagicBand offering?? Let us know in the comments! The post BREAKING: New Interactive MagicBands Announced for Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

This morning, I announced our next major attraction, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, will debut in 2022. That’s right, our friends from Xandar will open the first “other-world” showcase pavilion at EPCOT next year, inviting us on an intergalactic chase through space and time!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/QEGY672k-IgView the full article

So many new and exciting things are coming to EPCOT! Spaceship Earth We’ve been keeping an eye on construction for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind for a while now (we even got our first look inside yesterday!!), and we’re excited to finally start counting down the days until its opening! Disney just announced that Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will be opening in EPCOT in 2022! ©Disney Disney has gotten us really excited for this attraction through sneak peeks of the coaster’s vehicles that will take riders through a reverse launch into space. ©Zach Riddley via Instagram (@thezachriddley) This unique attraction will be an indoor rollercoaster that has 360-degree movement, allowing guests to take in all of the story around them along with the Guardians of the Galaxy! ©Disney We absolutely can’t wait to experience this attraction coming to Future World NEXT YEAR. Stay tuned as we continue to update you about all the exciting projects happening in EPCOT. We got to go INSIDE the Guardians of the Galaxy ride! Click here to learn more! 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! Are you excited about this new attraction? Tell us in the comments! The post BREAKING: Opening Timeline Revealed for the Guardians of the Galaxy Ride in EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The inaugural voyage of Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World Resort will depart March, 1, 2022! General bookings for this immersive adventure in a galaxy far, far away will open less than one month from now, on Oct. 28, 2021.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/k3fVEAnma10View the full article

Innovation is essential to The Walt Disney Company story, dating back to its inception nearly a century ago. As Walt Disney once said, “We’ll always be introducing and testing and demonstrating new materials and new systems.” Well, that promise will come true once again next year when Walt Disney World Resort releases our next-generation wearable […]http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/mmyxXnQnCZ4 View the full article

If you’re like us, you’ve probably been anxiously waiting for more news about Disney World’s new Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel. Crown of Corellia Dining Room Concept Art – Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser ©Disney Recently we learned new details about the Star Wars hotel, and we got a sneak peek of some food dishes. Disney also announced the opening timeline for the hotel, but “Spring 2022” didn’t give us the exact date. Well, now we DO have the date, and it’s time to set alarms and mark calendars! Today, Disney announced that Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will open on March 1st, 2022. It’s happening! Sublight Lounge ©Disney We do not yet know when reservations will open and as soon as we do we will be sure to let you know. ©Disney Stay tuned for more news about Disney World’s Star Wars hotel! Read more details about the new Star Wars hotel 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. Are you planning to make a reservation at the Star Wars hotel? Tell us in the comments! The post BREAKING: Opening DATE Revealed for the Star Wars Hotel in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

A Disney cast member who was a high-school volunteer on opening day recalls her journey and the reasons she still loves coming to work 50 years later. View the full article Pam Nelson, third from left, was honored during Disney World's 10th anniversary in 1981. (Courtesy photo) I grew up in Central Florida in the 1960s and went to Colonial High School. Back then, Orlando was not much more than a bunch of orange groves, and there were only a couple of main roads to get you places — Sand Lake Road was only two lanes and was the most direct 30-minute drive to southwest Orlando. In 1971, all of this began to change. Little did I know back then the impact that Walt Disney’s dream would eventually have not only on Central Florida, but on my own future and lifelong career. Pam Nelson, who started at Walt Disney World in 1971, is taking part in the park's 50th anniversary festivities this week. - Original Credit: Courtesy photo (Courtesy photo) My Disney experience started my senior year in high school, when my principal recommended 10 students to work as volunteers for the grand opening of Magic Kingdom. I was one of the lucky students chosen and spent a memorable time working in the costuming tent, supporting cast members and performers getting ready on that historic day. It was so much fun. So, when Disney folks returned to the school to offer permanent jobs, I begged my dad for a whole week to let me accept a role. He didn’t want me to work, but I told him I needed money to buy Christmas presents. He agreed to a six-week period through the holidays, and my mom quietly told me that if I ever came home grumpy or tired, I would need to stop working. Well, I never had a grumpy day, and 50 years later I am still proud to say that I am a Disney cast member. My mom is always happy to tell the story how I got started at Disney. My first official role was as a hostess at the Diamond Horseshoe in Frontierland. I’ve had so many wonderful jobs over the years where I’ve met fabulous cast members and guests. I worked in transportation and at favorite attractions like Haunted Mansion, the Hall of Presidents and Country Bear Jamboree. I even made history as the first female lead at the Davy Crockett canoes! Later in my career, I worked at Casting, helping to hire future cast members for Magic Kingdom and for the grand opening of Epcot. I spent time working in the VIP lounge at Spaceship Earth and transitioned into a procurement role for media productions prior to the opening of Disney-MGM Studios (now Disney’s Hollywood Studios). For the past 25 years, I’ve worked with the Disney Event Group, helping bring magical meetings, weddings, and events to life for companies and guests. An extra special time was when my daughter joined the department for a few years. Being able to share those special magic memories together is something we both will cherish forever. What has kept me here all these years are the cast members and close friends I’ve made who will be with me forever. We have a special bond, having grown up together through all of the wonderful changes at Walt Disney World. And the happiness and joy I see when I’m working with guests is contagious, because Disney is all about creating magic. Knowing our team can create anything a guest can dream up, and exceed expectations on all levels, is an incredible feeling. It’s part of our Disney DNA. The rewarding feeling from every magical moment that leaves this place — no matter how big or small — cannot be described, nor does it ever fade. I’ve never had a role at Disney I didn’t like. I truly love the Disney magic, and I continue to believe in it even after all of these years. I’ve never looked for another role at Disney, but have had many opportunities to expand my career over the years. I have had people ask me 1,000 times, “Where do you work?” And when I tell them Disney they always say, “I should have known that by your smile.” I have always been proud to say I work at Disney, and I couldn’t imagine it any other way. Even after 50 years, Walt Disney World continues grow and inspire generations of guests and cast members. I’m so proud to have been a part of that magical journey. Pam Nelson works for Disney Event Group and has worked at Walt Disney World since its opening day in 1971.