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Disney World restaurants have been going through a lot of changes lately! California Grill Not only have restaurants continued to reopen, but we’ve seen a Mary Poppins-themed makeover at Citricos, some new menu items at the fan-favorite ‘Ohana and the return of some classics, and the reopening of different character dining experiences. Now, a very popular Disney World restaurant is getting a MAJOR menu change! Disney previously announced that California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort would be getting a special experience for Disney World’s 50th anniversary, and now we know that includes a huge menu revamp. California Grill California Grill will soon be transitioning to a prix fixe menu for a limited time! Instead of the regular menu, the meal will be a set price with a few choices for guests to choose from. As part of Disney World’s 50th Anniversary, California Grill will offer a limited-time 3-course menu. The dishes featured on the menu will be ones inspired by past favorites as well as brand new creations. The 3-course meal will include 1 appetizer selection, 1 entree selection, and 1 dessert. California Grill Here are some of the items you’ll find on the new menu: The California Grill Sushi Classics Trio – Blue Crab California Roll, Shrimp Tempura Roll, Spicy Kazan Roll. The Spicy Kazan Roll features blue crab, yellowfin tuna tataki, and sweet shrimp, as well as Fireball Sauce with bay scallops, avocado, and mango. ©Disney You’ll also get to try the House-Made Artisanal-Style Duck á la Orange Pizza. According to Disney, “Long Island Duckling with Orange Sauce was on the original Top of the World menu.” And since flatbreads and pizzas are a guest favorite at California Grill, Disney decided to combine the 2. The pizza features duck prosciutto and confit, orange-black mission fig jam, pickled shallots, aged blue cheese, and arugula. ©Disney Oak-Fired Filet of Beef with Black Truffle-Brown Butter Château Potatoes, Golden Raisins Vinaigrette, Cauliflower, and Black Garlic Butter is another treat that will be available on this menu for those looking for a beef dish. ©Disney For dessert, one of the options will be an EARidescent Grand Marnier Soufflé served table-side with macerated Florida citrus and a delicious house-made Creamsicle Ice Cream. ©Disney Get a full look at the new prix fixe menu below. ©Disney The meal will cost $89 per adult (ages 10 and up) and $39 per child (ages 3-9), plus tax and gratuity. The new prix fixe menu will be offered starting October 3rd and reservations open on September 23rd. Stay tuned for the latest dining updates in Disney World. Check out the 50th anniversary decor 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 Are you excited about the special dining experience coming to California Grill? Let us know in the comments! The post NEW 50th Anniversary Prix Fixe Menu Announced for California Grill in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

As part of “The World’s Most Magical Celebration,” California Grill will offer a limited-time three-course menu with dishes inspired by past favorites as well as new market-fresh creations. Here are just a few items (OK, my faves!) on this 50th anniversary celebration menu.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/zjZpEpjrf14View the full article

Harry Potter fans came dressed as wizards as Universal Studios opened its first theme park in China on Monday under anti-virus controls. View the full article

The day has finally arrived! We can’t wait! Space 220 has FINALLY opened its doors (or should we say elevator?) to the public in EPCOT! It seems like we’ve been waiting to hear about the opening day for this new restaurant for lightyears. Ok, maybe that’s a little bit of an exaggeration. But it has been a while. After all, we first found out about this innovative space-themed restaurant back in 2017! The restaurant was supposed to open some time ago, but met with delays. Since then we’ve been gathering all the news we could as we waited for more. And now, SPACE 220 HAS ARRIVED! Here’s what you need to know. We’ll be sharing a FULL REVIEW of the new dining experience soon, but in the meantime, let’s share a first look at this space. Check-In Right now, Space 220 is only allowing walk-ups. Reservations for Space 220 became available today (September 20th), but only for dates starting September 27th and on. Space 220 Today, we were lucky enough to get an early look at this restaurant as part of a media preview. We’ll be updating this post as we get the chance to try more food and drinks, so check back for more updates. And that’s our first look at Space 220! We’ll be sharing a full review soon, so stick around for that. As always, be sure to check back with us for all the latest Disney news. Click here to check out the FULL MENU for Space 220! 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 dine at Space 220? 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 Space 220. 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: Space 220 is Officially OPEN in EPCOT -- Go Inside With Us! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

To ensure we are equipping our readers with all the information they need, we will continue to report on all travel, safety, and COVID-related news that could impact a Disney Parks visit. The United States has been discussing travel restrictions frequently over the last few months. View from the plane Current restrictions prevent most non-U.S. citizens from entering the country if they’ve been in the UK, the EU nations, Ireland, China, India, South Africa, Iran, and Brazil. In July, the White House decided these restrictions would remain for a while since the COVID numbers were increasing due to the Delta variant. Now, however, the travel restrictions are changing. Starting this November (2021), the U.S. is planning to ease restrictions for visitors traveling from foreign nations including the UK and countries in the EU, according to CNBC. The visitors must be vaccinated against COVID-19. Airplane For those traveling to the U.S. who are not citizens, they will need to “show proof of vaccination and a negative COVID-19 test taken within three days of departure” (CNBC) before they board a plane heading to the United States. Orlando Airport U.S. citizens who are unvaccinated and returning home will need to take a COVID-19 test one day before they board the plane and test again when they return to the United States. Orlando International Airport The CDC is requiring airlines to help with contact tracing as well by providing them with passenger information. This order is meant to help track and control the spread of any COVID-19 cases. Airplane window Since the travel restrictions will be easing in early November, we’ll likely see a surge in air travel for the holiday season. Orlando International Airport Keep following DFB, and we’ll let you know when we hear more about travel restrictions. Click Here to See How COVID-19 Travel Requirements Are Affecting Disney Cruises Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post The U.S. Plans to Ease Restrictions for Vaccinated International Travelers Soon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

I’m always learning new things about Disney World. The Tree of Life Every single time I go, I find something new and exciting…or some new problem that I need to learn how to fix. Check out more details about What I Learned at Disney World!  Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! Check out our latest video and then comment below: What you learned in Disney Worlld the last time you visited! The post DFB Video: I Just Went to Disney World and Here’s What I Learned first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We all know that feeling: your friends ask if you want to go to a party and you say yes, knowing you definitely don’t want to go. You get to the party and you INSTANTLY regret it. A situation like this can leave you feeling like Sadness! Sometimes there are characters or merchandise in Disney World that just capture that feeling that is too relatable. Recently, we saw the perfect example of this feeling at Disney World! Eeyore was definitely feeling the pain! He could hardly hold himself up (we all know that feeling when you wanna just turn into a blob and take a nap at a party), but he did he best to keep everyone entertained. We get it, buddy. You ok, Eeyore? Over the past year, we’ve been LOVING the characters at the parks and the creative ways they’ve been interacting with guests! We’ve spotted characters like Winnie the Pooh, Joy, and Piglet over at EPCOT entertaining and interacting with guests from afar. Hi Piglet! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more! Click here to Find Out How You Could Work at Disney World’s Piano Bar! 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 Eeyore’s antics in the Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post VIDEO: Eeyore Has NEVER Been More Relatable in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are all kinds of ways to celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary this year. Cinderella Castle There are new shows in the parks, new rides opening, golden character statues to find, and even things you can do from home. But this new Disney souvenir might just be the cutest way to celebrate the anniversary! The Disney World 50th Anniversary Minnie Ears are officially out! 50th Anniversary Ears We found not one, not two, but THREE new pairs of Minnie ears celebrating the 50th Anniversary at the Emporium gift shop in Magic Kingdom. The first new pair of ears is part of the Celebration Collection, and it features classic Disney characters like Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, and Pluto in their 50th Anniversary outfits. The “50” logo with the Cinderella Castle is also part of the pattern, plus some stars and fireworks in gold and blue. There’s a big gold, sequined bow in the middle and “Walt Disney World 50” embroidered on the side. Side view On the other side, you’ll find a label for Disney x Loungefly. Loungefly label These faux-leather ears are lined with velvet inside the headband, and you can get them for $39.99 at the Emporium! Also part of the Celebration Collection are these sparkling blue ears. Sparkly! The ears themselves are covered in EARidescent-colored sequins, with blues and purples. The back The bow is gold with different shaped rhinestones on the front. On the side, you’ll find “Walt Disney World 50” embroidered, just like on the Loungefly ears. Here’s the side The headband is an EARidescent blue, made out of a leather-like material. The other side You can get these ears for $39.99 at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom as well. The third set of ears we found were part of the Disney Castle Collection. They’re absolutely GORGEOUS, with a white furry background and gold embroidery. Disney Castle Ears On the back is more embroidery, plus a new addition that looks familiar… The back …because we’ve seen this recently on the new EPCOT Minnie ears! Remember how you have to charge them so they can light up? These Castle ears also have a charging port, so that means they’ll light up as well. The charging port The headband is shiny gold, with “Walt Disney World 50” embroidered in white along the side. Side You can buy these beauties for $34.99 at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom. We’ve taken a look at ALL the new collections that are on their way, and even more Minnie ears are expected to be released soon! Keep following DFB for more updates on the 50th Anniversary Celebrations in Disney World. Click Here to Find Out Why You Should Go to Disney World for the 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 What 50th Anniversary thing are you most excited to see in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney World Released THREE New Minnie Ears for the 50th Anniversary! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World’s 50th anniversary will be here in just a little over 10 days! We’ve seen the parks preparing by putting up signs, statues, a stage, and more. Along with the 50th anniversary comes a LOT of new merchandise, too! We’ve seen a sneak peek of some of the items, and the first collection has already been released, and now, another collection has made its debut in Disney World! The Celebration Collection was supposed to be released in Disney World in early October, but surprise, surprise — it’s here early!! There are a ton of items in the collection, so if you’re planning on buying several things, you’ll obviously need something to carry your merchandise in, right? Well, say hello to the NEW 50th anniversary reusable bags! These bags come in 3 different sizes. The small bag is $2 and features Tinker Bell inside the number 50… Small Bag …as well as all of the 50th character statues on the back! Small Bag The medium bag is $2.50 and shows Cinderella Castle inside the 50… Medium Bag …with Mickey and Minnie on the back. Medium Bag And the large bag is $3 and shows several different iconic park attractions around the 50! Large Bag These bags are a great way to use a little less plastic when shopping at Disney World, and it’s something you can definitely use over and over again in your day-to-day life! Stay tuned to DFB as we bring you more merchandise updates for the 50th anniversary. Click here to see ALL of the collections coming to Disney World for the 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 3 bags is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: New 50th Anniversary Reusable Bags Now in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you love Starbucks and Disney, then you may have a growing Starbucks x Disney mug or tumbler collection at home. Disney World Starbucks Tumblers We’ve seen a variety of Starbucks mugs and cups themed to Star Wars, Disneyland, the Disney World theme parks, and more. Now, a new Starbucks tumbler has arrived in honor of Disney World’s 50th Anniversary! Earlier today, a whole bunch of new 50th Anniversary merchandise became available at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom. Aside from new ears, shirts, and more (all of which we’ll be sharing in another post), we also spotted a NEW 50th Anniversary Starbucks Tumbler! Oooooo It’s a New Tumbler! The tumbler is a sort-of a reflective, iridescent blue color (a.k.a. this thing is pretty cool!). What Do You Think? On one side, you’ll find a logo for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary, which is also known as “The World’s Most Magical Celebration.” A Look at the Tumbler On the other side you’ll find the Starbucks logo. A Closer Look at the Tumbler The tumbler can be yours for $39.99. The Starbucks Tumbler We found it at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom this morning, though we expect it will likely be available at other locations soon. We’ll keep an eye out for more updates and we’ll let you know what we find! Click here to get a sneak peek at Disney World’s 50th Anniversary special coming to ABC. 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 a fan of this tumbler? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: A NEW Starbucks Tumbler Has Arrived for Disney World's 50th Anniversary first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve been a Disney World guest (or at least wished or are planning to be one!). Main Street, U.S.A. But we think we might have figured out who the most UNLOVED guests in all of Disney World are! The CRITTERS! Disney World might seem like a magical far-away land, but it’s still just central Florida. So, we’ve seen our fair share of bugs, snakes, birds, and more that maaaaybe aren’t the most-loved guests in all of Disney World… . Reptiles Let’s start with a VERY controversial critter — the SNAKE. Some people love ’em, some people hate ’em, but we can all agree they’re not always the most welcome visitors in the world (or Disney World for that matter). Let’s take a look at some of the times snakes have gotten a littttle too friendly in the parks! ©Disney Back in 2019, we spotted a slithery friend making his way through Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and you can bet he was NOT in an exhibit. We’re pretty sure he was a black racer snake (common and harmless!) and he’s a good reminder that central Florida can be a bit of a haven for reptiles — Disney World included. Snake at Entrance to Animal Kingdom! And we’re not the only ones who’ve spotted these slithery guests in the park. Earlier this summer, a TikTok went viral when the gorillas on Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail discovered a snake in their habitat and dealt with it about as well as we would. That is to say…not that well. Have You Ever Been to Exploration Trail? And, as you probably know, snakes aren’t the only reptile known to inhabit central Florida. There are alligators here too and unfortunately, they can’t always stay away from Disney World. The state is basically a giant swampy wetland area, so Disney is technically invading THEIR homes, not the other way around! Alligator at Port Orleans That’s why you might spot gator signs near the edge of waters warning against swimming. Disney World does everything they can to monitor and remove gators as much as possible but, again, it’s a swamp. Alligators go with Florida swampland like Mickey goes with Magic Kingdom! Monitor any posted signs around property warning you to be careful and watch for snakes, gators, and more — they’re there to help keep you safe. Want to see more of that snake in Disney’s Animal Kingdom? Click here! Bugs Another unwelcome guest in Disney World (perhaps the most unwelcome guest) is a bug. Disney World does seem to be mysteriously devoid of the clouds of bugs that plague Orlando (at least mostly), but sometimes the creepy crawlies do creep in. ©Disney Of course, we gotta talk about love bugs. Love bugs are a Florida (and much of the South) bug that shows up for about two weeks in May and again in September. If you’re in Disney World during this time, you know how much a nuisance these little guys can be. These little black bugs (often seen stuck together in pairs!) can’t hurt you (they’re completely harmless and actually many kids enjoy catching them like they might fireflies), but they might get in your stuff, on your car, and everywhere else. We could do without these guests! Parking Lot We’ve also, unfortunately, had some run-ins with cockroaches. Typically, when you see a roach in Florida, it might not surprise you but they seem EXTRA scary in Disney World. A few members of our team have even had stand-offs in their hotel rooms! We’re not saying you need to pack the Raid, but don’t be surprised if you have a run-in with a cockroach. Where else might you spot cockroaches? Again, it’s the south. They’re ALL over outside. Just stand still at night and check out some of the gardens near you. You might be surprised to see them MOVE. ©Disney AND Disney is not necessarily free from bed bugs. Unfortunately, these nuisances love to flock to hotels and there are a LOT of hotels in Disney World. According to the Orlando Sentinel, a family has even sued over a bad case of bed bugs. Yikes. We’ve never had a run-in with bed bugs in Disney World, but it’s still worth noting — always check your hotel beds! Two Queen Beds Whew, we have the heebie-jeebies just thinking about them. But as we learned from Flik, Hopper, and Heimlich, it’s a bug’s world, and we’re just livin’ in it — even at Disney! Want to learn more about these surprising situations? Click here! Bees Okay, okay, yes. Bees are technically bugs. But they have caused so many Disney World problems we had to give them their own section! Bee stings are something to be prepared for, but they can also cause a lot more mischief… . ©Disney Already this year bees have been a nuisance at two spots in Disney World. In February, the Rooftop Bar at the Coca-Cola Store in Disney World had to close for almost the whole day due to bees. Who knew the honey makers were also makin’ so much trouble? Coca Cola Store THEN, in April, a GIANT beehive took up residence by the pool at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. We love our pollinators, but maybe not when they’re swarming through our pool day. A beautiful day, no? And this year wasn’t even the first we dealt with bees! Back in 2019, during the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, bees invaded one of the Joffrey’s Coffee booths and it couldn’t open that day because of it. Joffrey’s World Showplace Booth Hey, maybe they just love Disney food as much as we do. Want to learn more about the most recent bee situation? Click here! Birds And our final category of unloved guests is birds! Sure, you love the Disney ducks (we do too — they’re ADORABLE), but feathered friends can cause their fair share of problems too. ©Disney We actually HAVE seen ducks cause a problem before. A family of Magic Kingdom ducks actually took up residence in Splash Mountain back in 2019. Of course, this caused a potentially dangerous situation for them and the ride had to be shut down. Ducks might be cute, but are they cute enough to forgive when they’re the reason you don’t get to ride a must-do? Disney Ducks having their own parade down Main Street, U.S.A. And ducks aren’t the only birds who are ruffling feathers in the parks. Earlier this year, we spotted some birds building a nest in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! While this was more cute than a nuisance to us, Disney probably didn’t consider these little guys as good for the immersion. And then there are the ever BOLD birds that will try to steal your food right out of your hands. These white-feathered pals are especially pervasive near Casey’s Corner in Magic Kingdom and the American Adventure in EPCOT, but you never know when your fries might be in danger of getting snatched up. These fries are for people, not birds. We’re sure your very nice, Mr. Bird, but we wouldn’t eat your bugs. So please don’t eat our lunch. Click here to learn more about the duck incident! See? There are certainly some unlovable guests in Disney World. YES, it’s Disney and YES, we want to think it’s PERFECT and immune to the issues of the real world. But…it’s not. Remember that even the Most Magical Place on Earth has critters and don’t be too surprised if you cross paths with some! As always, keep an eye on DFB for the latest Disney updates! Want to see more critter problems? Click here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 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 critter run-ins have you had in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post The Most ANNOYING Disney World Guests (Spoiler: It's NOT Humans!) first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Many things have been reopening at Disney World lately! Animal Kingdom Lodge From restaurants to shows to hotels, we’ve seen many of our favorite experiences return around the resort. Almost all of Disney World’s hotels have reopened, but there are still a few that we have been waiting for! And, we may be waiting a lot longer to see the reopening of one hotel in particular. The reopening of Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort has been delayed indefinitely. All-Star Sports Entrance The value resort was supposed to reopen on December 9th, 2021, but Disney has now said that it will remain closed. All-Star Sports The reasoning for the closure, according to Disney, is so they can refresh the Sports themed area at the hotel. A reopening date will be announced at a later time. All-Star Sports Resort Grand Slam Pool Area If you have an upcoming reservations at All-Star Sports, Disney says you will receive communication via email and will be instructed to reach out to your travel professional to modify your stay at no additional charge. All-Star Sports Resort Changing your hotel stay will not have any impact on your other booked vacation experiences like theme park or dining reservations. End Zone Food Court Disney’s Port Orleans Resorts — Riverside and French Quarter — are still set to reopen next month. Riverside will reopen on October 14th and French Quarter will reopen on October 28th. We’ll keep you updated on when All-Star Sports could reopen, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to read about another All-Star Resort’s reopening! 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. Did you have an upcoming stay booked at All-Star Sports? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: All Star Sports’ Reopening Delayed in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Space 220 is one of the most highly-anticipated new restaurants at Disney World. Epcot We’ve already seen the menus that will be available when it opens, some possible drinks they’ll be serving, concept art for the dining experience, and the restaurant’s new sign. In fact, we’ve even taken a look inside Space 220 itself. Now, all that’s left is to share this BIG news about reservations for the new restaurant! Reservations are available NOW for Space 220, and we have all the details you’ll want to know! From today — September 20th, 2021 — through September 26th, 2021, Space 220 is only accepting walk-ins. But, also starting today, you can make reservations for September 27th, 2021 or later. Space 220 Concept Art ©Disney Space 220 will be a dining experience unlike any other. Guests will enter the restaurant and dine “220 miles above EPCOT.” Sweeping views of space will surround diners, and the menu is said to feature internationally-inspired cuisine and include over 1,000 bottles of wine! Space 220 Concept Art ©Disney As this will be the first new table service restaurant that has opened in Future World for quite some time, we anticipate the demand for this dining experience to be VERY HIGH. Our recommendation is to prioritize this reservation and book Space 220 THE MOMENT your 60-day window opens! If you miss out and can’t find a reservation, KEEP CHECKING! Plans change all the time and it’s very possible you can find an open reservation as your trip approaches. Space 220 This new restaurant will have a multi-course prix-fixe menu, with dishes like Blue Moon Cauliflower… ©Disney …Galactic Lobster Globe… ©Disney …Space Greens… ©Disney …and Sticky Toffee Pudding! Concept art for food ©Disney You can take a look at the full menus here. Click to See the Space 220 Menus As a reminder, if you are staying at a Walt Disney World resort, you can make your dining reservations for your trip starting 60 days out PLUS the length of your stay (up to 10 days). If you are not staying at a Walt Disney World resort or do not yet have a resort booked, you can make your dining reservation 60 days before the date you are looking to dine. You can book through My Disney Experience, by calling (407) WDW-DINE, or online on Disney Wold’s website. Catch up on all of our Space 220 coverage 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. Will you be dining in Space 220 on your next Disney World vacation? Let us know in the comments! The post Space 220 Reservations Are Now OPEN in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hello, DFB friends! We visited some Disney World Resort Hotels this week and we have a lot of updates! Grand Floridian Lobby Disney’s Contemporary Resort continues to be under construction, while the entrance of Disney’s Polynesian Resort is open again! Let’s get into it! Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Miscellaneous Updates Gasparilla Island Grill We found an incredible chocolate cauldron sculpture at Gasparilla Island Grill in Disney’s Grand Floridian! It was hand-decorated by Cast Members at the bakery and it features multiple villains, including the Evil Queen. WOW! This is for display only so we can’t eat it, but it’s so beautiful that we wouldn’t eat it anyway! See more photos of the chocolate cauldron sculpture here! Also, we found that last year’s Halloween refillable mugs have returned for $19.99 each. We saw this design in 2019 too. They’re Back! These mugs are refillable at drink stations in quick service locations in Disney World hotels. Here are more photos of the refillable Halloween mug! Basin White In Basin White, you can now purchase new Halloween-themed bath bombs and soaps, like these Cauldron Bath Bombs for $9.99 each. Cauldron Bath Bomb We also saw a creepy cute Mickey soap shaped like a pumpkin with Mickey eyes for $5.99! Mickey Pumpkin Soap And there were also Halloween gift bags available. Gift Bag So stop in Basin White for some fun Halloween and Disney soaps! Curiouser Clothiers We also saw a new-to-us long-sleeve t-shirt for $36.99. This t-shirt has the Grand Floridian logo on the front. Grand Floridian Long-Sleeve T-Shirt You can find it in the Grand Floridian’s gift shop. Check out this ornament for Grand Floridian fans! Disney’s Contemporary Resort Construction Updates At the Contemporary Resort, construction continues to progress. We noticed new light fixtures on the first floor near the elevators. New Light Fixtures Still, lots of construction remains at the Contemporary. Construction There were also three large greenery Mickey plants outside at the back of the resort. Mickey Greenery And the play area by the pool is still blocked off and continues to be worked on. Closed Pool The Contemporary is under construction while it’s re-themed with a The Incredibles look. Check out the new fireworks dinner package at the Contemporary! Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Construction Updates BouTiki Inside BouTiki, the Hide and Seek Tiki statues are back for guests! Tiki Statues You can find them throughout the shop inside the Polynesian Resort. Tiki Statues There’s even one outside the window! Tiki Statues And the front entrance of the Polynesian is now open! Polynesian Village Resort Guests can now see the fresh makeover front entrance, including a new stone walkway and lots of beautiful landscaping and greenery. See more photos of the Polynesian Village Resort front entrance here! Coronado Springs Miscellaneous Updates Panchito’s At the Coronado Springs shop, we spotted a new Coronado Springs Tervis tumbler for $26.99. Coronado Springs Tumbler There were also new-to-us black sunglasses with a silver Spaceship Earth pattern for $19.99. Sunglasses Rix Sports Bar & Grill At Rix inside Coronado Springs, there are new injectable donut holes for $11! We tried the Milk Chocolate and Mixed Berry fillings, but you could also choose Bavarian Cream. Injectable Donut One order comes with 10 donut holes and we LOVED the Mixed Berry filling. The donuts were also delicious! Read our review of the injectable donut holes here! All-Star Movies At a visit to All-Star Movies, we noticed a new sign outside the food court displaying some food options as well as a QR code for Mobile Order. New Food Court Sign Mobile Order is a convenient and fast way to order and pay for quick service food in the My Disney Experience app! Read more about Mobile Order here! All-Star Music And Disney’s All-Star Music hotel officially reopened this week! We were able to visit and take a look at all the new updates, including the check-in area. We’re Going In! We also reserved a room to review, so keep an eye out for more information about All-Star Music! Here are more photos of Disney’s All-Star Music reopening! And that’s what’s new at Disney World Resort Hotels! Are you surprised by any of the news this week? Keep reading DFB for more Disney World news! Which Disney World hotels have the best views? 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 World hotel is your favorite? Tell us in the comments! The post What’s New Disney World Hotels: Refillable Halloween Mugs and an Off Limits Treat 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. Although we’re knee-deep in the Halloween season at Disney World AND Disneyland, we can’t help but start thinking about the holidays. The holidays will be here sooner than you think! We’re not the only ones because when we went to check shopDisney recently, we noticed that there were brand new holiday items available to buy online now! Cue the Christmas carols! Now, we’ve already seen ornaments throughout the past month on shopDisney, but you can also now score a fun Mickey and Minnie Mouse Holiday Fleece Throw to stay warm during those cold winter months. This blanket has a fun snowflake pattern on it with Mickey and Minnie embroidered on the other side. ©Disney You can grab this cozy blanket now for $34.99. Click Here To Buy The Mickey and Minnie Mouse Holiday Fleece Throw While you’re all cuddly under your snuggly blanket, wouldn’t you also like a steaming hot beverage in the Mickey Mouse and Friends Holiday Stainless Steel Travel Tumbler? This tumbler has a fun winter scene with Mickey and the whole gang on it. ©Disney And the castle is on there, too! ©Disney The tumbler is $27.99. Click Here To Buy The Mickey Mouse and Friends Holiday Stainless Steel Travel Tumbler Or if you’re more of a mug person, there’s the Mickey Mouse and Friends Holiday Mug. It’s got Mickey and Minnie… ©Disney …as well as Chip ‘n’ Dale and Pluto! ©Disney This mug is $19.99. Click Here to Buy The Mickey Mouse and Friends Holiday Mug There are also some brand new holiday pajamas! The Mickey Mouse and Friends Holiday Pajamas for Women feature a print of Mickey and his friends as holiday mugs. SO cute. Now we actually first saw these EARLIER this month, believe it or not. ©Disney These pajamas are $34.99. There are also similar designs for the whole family to match! Click Here To Buy The Mickey Mouse and Friends Holiday Pajamas For Women So if you’re in a holiday mood and want to get some shopping done early, head on over to shopDisney and fill up that shopping cart. We’ll be sure to let you know when more holiday merchandise drops online. Here Are 10 Subtly Spooky Tees You NEED For Halloween SZN 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 ready to start your holiday shopping? Let us know in the comments! The post Forget Halloween! You Can Grab Disney Holiday Merch Online NOW! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s Halloween time at the Disney parks and Cars Land has gotten a full Halloween makeover (even Mater is in his Halloween best!). Vampire Mater! We’ve tried a bunch of Halloween treats at Disneyland already including Halloween Grey Stuff, Pumpkin Cheesecake Funnel Cake, Seasonal Monkey Bread, Ghost Pepper Nachos, and Chocolate Matcha Churros. But now, there’s a spooky new souvenir that will take your drinks up a notch! Over at Flo’s V8 Café in Disney California Adventure, you can get the Vampire Tow Mater Straw Clip for $5.99! The clip comes with a fun straw with a nice loop that you can hook the clip onto! The Vampire Mater Clip! You can get the straw and use it with one of Flo’s Classic Shakes, which come in Vanilla, Chocolate, or Strawberry with “Road Gravel” on top for $6.49. Get it with a shake! Flo’s V8 is also the star of the show when it comes to food at Oogie Boogie Bash! Their loaded fries, which come in Gravy, Buffalo, and Chili flavors, are a delicious highlight of the event! We’re keeping up with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more! Click Here to Read Our Review of Carnation Café Disneyland Reviews and Information Click HERE to Check Out Lots of DFB Posts About Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Mask Policy Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Park Check Out Details from the Historic Reopening of Disneyland Resort See What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What do you think about this new straw clip? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: There's a New Souvenir Based On The Spookiest Disney Character Ever...Mater?! 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. If you’re planning a trip to Disney World you’ve got to think about a whole bunch of different things — hotels, tickets, Park Pass reservations, dining reservations, flights/transportation, and (of course) what to pack! Minnie Mouse Luggage But another thing you’ll also need to think about is just WHERE to pack your items. Anyone else got that old, dusty luggage sitting in their closet from a million years ago? Maybe it’s time for a luggage upgrade? Maybe you know you’ll be bringing back a LOT of souvenirs and need a bigger bag to put them in? Or maybe you’ve got little ones who need luggage of their own? Whatever the case, if you’re in the neighborhood for new luggage, we’ve got you covered! We took a look on Amazon at some of the top-rated luggage. We limited our choices to only those with more than 500 ratings (at least) and a rating of at least 4.5 stars or more. We also sorted some by the average customer review to see some of the cream of the crop. So, without further ado, we present to you some of the luggage with the HIGHEST ratings on Amazon. 1 — American Tourister You might be aware that American Tourister has a partnership with Disney. In fact, American Tourister is the official luggage of Disney World. So, it’s so surprise that you can find a number of Disney-themed American Tourister bags. But, these bags aren’t just cute — they’re also very highly rated! ©Amazon | American Tourister For example, some of the soft-side luggage we looked at had over 3,000 ratings and a 4.9 out of 5 rating. Nearly a perfect score! ©Amazon | American Tourister There are a variety of designs to pick from including the Minnie denim, Minnie dots, and more. There are also different sizes available — a carry-on 21-inch bag and a checked-large 28-inch bag. ©Amazon | American Tourister The carry-on 21-inch bag in the Minnie denim design is priced at $92.88 right now (normally $139.99), so be sure to grab it while it’s on sale! Click here to get the soft side American Tourister luggage! As we mentioned though, this brand has a lot of options and all are pretty highly rated. There’s a Frozen-themed kids luggage with over 5,000 ratings and 4.8 stars. This one is priced at $59.99. ©Amazon | American Tourister There’s also a Star Wars bag for all you Darth Vader fans. It’s a bit expensive though at $146.21 for a 21-inch bag, but it is hard-sided luggage. ©Amazon | American Tourister Or, you can opt for a hard-sided bag that features the Disney Villains and other designs for $159.10 for a 21-inch bag. ©Amazon | American Tourister Again, that is on the pricey side, but American Tourister’s hard-sided bags that we looked at had over 3,000 ratings and a rating of 4.8 stars. Click here to check out these hard-sided bags! 2 — COOLIFE If you’re looking to grab a suitcase set and aren’t looking to spend too much money, the COOLIFE luggage sets could be a great choice. This set comes with 3 pieces — a 20-inch bag, a 24-inch bag, and a 28-inch bag for $144.49 (on sale from $179.99). ©Amazon | Coolife The bags have nearly 2,000 ratings and an overall score of 4.8 out of 5. ©Amazon | Coolife They feature a TSA lock, spinner wheels, and more. ©Amazon | Coolife They also come in a variety of different colors. Be sure to check them out while they’re still on sale. Click here to take a look at these bags. 3 — Kensie If you’re looking for hard-sided luggage in a smaller, carry-on 20-inch size at a fairly inexpensive price, the kensie luggage might be just the one. ©Amazon | Kensie It comes in a variety of colors and is priced at $61.47 (on sale from $69). ©Amazon | Kensie It also has over 1,800 ratings and an overall rating of 4.8 out of 9. ©Amazon | Kensie It comes with a TSA-approved lock, fully lined interior, and wheels that can rotate. Click here to bring this luggage home! 4 — Travelers Club If you’re planning a trip and bringing little ones with you, you might need some separate luggage for them. The Travelers Club luggage set could be a good option as it comes with 5 separate pieces to help your kiddo travel in style, keep their things organized, and even get some comfort! ©Amazon | Travelers Club The set comes with an 18-inch hard-side carry-on, a backpack, a lunch bag, a neck pillow, and a luggage tag! ©Amazon | Travelers Club The set comes in different adorable designs including ones with hearts, bunnies, polka dots, and more. ©Amazon | Travelers Club The bag set in the heart design is priced at $64.99 (on sale from $89.00) and it has over 800 ratings with an overall score of 4.8 stars out of 5! Click here to get this luggage set! But kids aren’t the only ones who can have fun. Travelers Club also has luggage sets for adults with great reviews. This 4-piece luggage set has over 5,000 ratings and an overall score of 4.7 stars out of 5. ©Amazon | Travelers Club The set comes with a 26-inch spinner suitcase, 20-inch carry-on spinner suitcase, a boarding tote, and a travel kit toiletry bag. ©Amazon | Travelers Club It comes in various colors. The lilac set is priced at $119.65 (down from $128.00). Click here to check it out! 5 — Amazon Basics If you’re just looking for something simple, you could check out the Amazon Basics bags. ©Amazon You can get these individually or as 2 or 3-piece sets. They come in a variety of different colors and feature wheels that rotate, a hard shell, and 3 zippered pockets inside. ©Amazon You can get a 26-inch luggage bag in black for $93.38, or a 21-inch version for $73.72. ©Amazon The bags have over 25,000 ratings and an overall score of 4.7 stars out of 5. Click here to check out these Amazon basics bags! 6 — Rockland A good option for soft-sided luggage is the Rockland Soft-side luggage set. This set comes with an upright bag (21 inches) with wheels and a tote bag (14 inches). There are a variety of different colors available too, so you can pick the ones you like best. ©Amazon | Rockland The bags have over 37,000 ratings and an overall score of 4.5 stars out of 5. Reviews note that they’re lightweight, well made, and a great value. ©Amazon | Rockland The luggage set in the charcoal color is currently 50% off and can be yours for just $39.99 (normally $79.99). That’s great savings! Click here to bring home these bags! 7 — Samsonite We end our list with some luggage that has high reviews but is quite pricey. The Samsonite Hard-sided expandable luggage with spinner wheels, 28-inch bag is priced at $159.99 but overall this brand seems to be highly rated. ©Amazon | Samsonite Some of Samsonite’s bags have over 13,000 ratings and a score of 4.7 out of 5 stars. Reviews note that they are easy to maneuver, well made, and good quality. ©Amazon | Samsonite The 28-inch bag comes with side-mounted TSA locks built-in, so that’s a nice touch. Click here to check out the Samsonite bags! And that’s our look at some of the highest-rated bags on Amazon! Some are pricier, some come in sets, some have special features like TSA locks or those fabulous spinning wheels — whatever you’re looking for, it seems there’s likely a bag out there for you! Got a favorite bag of your own? Tell us in the comments! We’d love to hear from you! And be sure to check back with us for more updates that can help you plan your next Disney trip. 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 is your favorite luggage to bring to Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post 7 Pieces of Luggage with the HIGHEST Ratings on Amazon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Think you’re a fan of the Disney/Pixar movie franchise, Cars? Do you obsess over that speedy racecar star Lightning McQueen? Ka-CHOW! Odds are you probably aren’t as big of a fan as a man named Jorge Arias. He’s a 2022 Guinness World Record holder, after all! Jorge Arias has a whopping 1,200 Cars items in his collection, making him the record-holder for the largest collection of Cars memorabilia according to Guinness World Records. Love the hat, btw ©Guinness World Records The collection started innocently enough, as Arias’s daughter asked him to buy her Lightning McQueen, Sally, Mater, and Chick Hicks cars to play with her neighbor. As you can see, the collection grew pretty big over the past 15 years — that’s a LOT of cars! ©Guinness World Records According to Guinness World Records, even the director of the Cars movie Brian Fee and Co-Producer Andrea Warren have seen this incredible collection! Arias received a signed sketch from Brian Fee, shown below. How cool! ©Guinness World Records This is the coolest collection of Cars merchandise we’ve ever seen! From the detailed organization to the massive quantity of items, this collection is truly worthy of recognition! Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news, stories, and updates! Yes, You Have To Enter A Raffle To Just to BUY These Disney Crocs! 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 collect any Disney merchandise? Let us know in the comments! The post Think YOUR Disney Collection is Big? Think Again. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hello, DFB Readers! What a week, right? Space 220 sign It’s been a busy week trying out new snacks, diving into some old favorites, and spending some time checking out everything going on with Disney World restaurants. And with the 50th anniversary celebration quickly approaching, there is A LOT going on! Let’s get to the menu updates this week! EPCOT Space 220 We finally have the menu for EPCOT’s upcoming Space 220 restaurant, which opens SOON! We already knew that lunch be a two-course prix-fixe meal with dinner being a three-course prix-fixe meal, but now we know more about the food. For lunch, guests will get to select one of each: one item from the Lift-offs section (appetizers) and a Star Course (entree). Lunch is priced at $55 per person. Lift-offs include Big Bang Burrata, starry Calamari, blue Moon Cauliflower, and more. ©Patina Restaurant Group For the “Star Course,” guests can choose entrees like Seared Tuna, Bluehouse Salmon, the Centauri Burger, and more. ©Patina Restaurant Group There are also Space Station Specials, like the Galactic Lobster Globe. These, along with various sides are available for an additional charge. ©Patina Restaurant Group There are also a variety of drinks available including non-alcoholic beverages, wines, and beers. Kids can select one star course one supernova sweet, and one celestial beverage. The Kids Meal is $29 and is only available for guests ages nine or under. The Kids star courses include Space-Ghetti, salmon, chicken, and more. ©Patina Restaurant Group Kids Desserts include a cupcake, gelato scoop, or sorbet. ©Patina Restaurant Group Drinks include sodas and other select items, and there are additional specialty beverages available for an additional charge. ©Patina Restaurant Group For dinner, guests can pick one item from the lift-offs section, one star course, and one supernova sweet for $79 per person. Lift-offs include many of the same appetizers available at lunch. ©Patina Restaurant Group The Star Course for Dinner has a few different items from Lunch. You can get Slow Rotation Short Rib, Florida Red Snapper, X2 Duck, and more. There’s also a Plant-Based option, the Terra-Bolognese. ©Patina Restaurant Group You can also get a few special items, like a Baked Whole Lobster or Ribeye for an additional cost. Supernova Sweets includes Carrot Cake, Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake, Chocolate Cheesecake, and more. ©Patina Restaurant Group You can also purchase additional sides. ©Patina Restaurant Group There is a good selection of Dessert Drinks available for an additional cost. ©Patina Restaurant Group Drinks include Beers… ©Patina Restaurant Group …Sparkling Wines… ©Patina Restaurant Group …Red Wines… ©Patina Restaurant Group …White Wines… ©Patina Restaurant Group …Bottled Drinks… ©Patina Restaurant Group …Various Specialty Drinks… ©Patina Restaurant Group …and some Non-Alcoholic Options. ©Patina Restaurant Group The Kids Dinner Menu is similar to the Lunch Menu. It allows kids to pick one entree, dessert, and drink for $29. ©Patina Restaurant Group The desserts are also the same… ©Patina Restaurant Group …as are the Specialty Drinks. ©Patina Restaurant Group But wait, there’s more! There’s also a separate Lounge Menu. Along with the same drinks from the lunch and dinner menus, you can also get some small bites, including Astro Deviled Eggs, a New England Lobster Roll, and more. ©Patina Restaurant Group Finally, for every kid’s specialty cocktail ordered, kids get a set of cool Space 220 collectible cards. Pretty cool, right? See More About The New Space 220 Menu Here La Hacienda de San Angel There’s been a change on the menu at La Hacienda de San Angel in the Mexico Pavilion — the Osso Buco a la Mexicana has been taken off the menu. La Hacienda de San Angel This is, however, the only change we’ve seen there this week. Read Our Most Recent Review of La Hacienda de San Angel San Angel Inn Restaurante The Kids Menu at San Angel Inn has seen some price increases: Jr Garden Salad increased from $3 to $4 Fruit Cup increased from $3 to $3.50. Quesadillas increased from $10 to $10.50 Tacos increased from $10 to $11 San Angel Inn Grilled Chicken Breast increased from $10 to $11 Chicken Tenders increased from $10 to $11 Macaroni and Cheese increased from $10.50 to $11.50 Here’s Our Most Recent Review of San Angel Inn Disney’s Contemporary Resort Steakhouse 71 We are so excited about the upcoming Steakhouse 71, and now we know what the menu looks like. For breakfast, there will be a variety of delicious items to choose from including Breakfast Pastries, the Steakhouse 71 Feast, Floridian Eggs Benedict, and Seasonal Pancakes. Breakfast drinks include a variety of Coffees, a Bloody Mary, a Specialty Character Drink, and more. ©Disney Lunch will include French Onion Soup, Crab Cake Sliders, Steak Frites, and more. ©Disney If it’s steak you want, though, you’ll want to book a reservation for dinner. Along with a variety of appetizers, there are different cuts of Steaks available, including Filet Mignon, New York Strip, and more. You can also order a variety of sauces and sides. And if steak isn’t your thing, there are Vegetarian, Chicken, and Fish options, too. ©Disney Dessert will include the Steakhouse 71 Chocolate Cake, which is described as “15 layers of whiskey-infused chocolate cake, chocolate mousse, and raspberries – one layer for every floor at Disney’s Contemporary Resort.” YES, PLEASE! Other dessert options are also available. ©Disney There’s also a Steakhouse 71 Lounge that will have a variety of foods and beverages available. Lounge Bites will include Crab Cakes, Macaroni and Cheese, Shrimp Cocktails, and more. ©Disney Drinks will include some specialty non-alcoholic and alcoholic options, including the Citrus Grove Cocktail, the Tequila Sunrise, and the Steakhouse 71 Vodka Gimlet. Take a look at the pricing for Steakhouse 71 HERE! Those are all the updates we have this week, but stay tuned because we’ll continue to keep an eye on menu changes at Disney World restaurants and let you know all about them! 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. Did any of your favorite restaurants have changes this week? Let us know what you think in the comments! The post Menus For NEW Restaurants and Price Increases -- ALL the Disney World Menu Updates From the Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Carnation Cafe is a historic Disneyland spot known for delicious American cuisine! Carnation Café This spot has been a landmark on Main Street, U.S.A. since 1955, and offers modern versions of classic cafe dishes. We’ve been a big fan of this restaurant for a long time, as it is home to many classic Disneyland dishes including Walt’s Chili. Since Disneyland reopened in April, its restaurants have continued to reopen slowly. Recently, Carnation Cafe reopened and we had to stop by and check it out! Atmosphere If you are a Disney history buff, you’ll love that this spot has been here since the park opened in 1955! It was originally an ice cream parlor, but later changed into a table service restaurant. Although reservations are highly recommended and can be difficult to snag, we were able to walk in and get a table after talking to a Cast Member at the check-in desk. Plenty of Outdoor Seating! Much like the rest of Main Street, U.S.A., Carnation Cafe is full of Americana and early 20th-Century decor! It feels like you’ve stepped back in time. Interior We were led to our table, which of course had a carnation on it. Our table There is both indoor and outdoor seating available. Alright, it’s time to eat! Eats We scanned the QR code at our table to take a look at the menu. QR Code for our Menu! All of the Carnation Café’s classics are back from starters like Walt’s Chili and Fried Pickles… ©Disney …two Gourmet Burgers… ©Disney …Sandwiches & Entrées like the Braised Short Rib and the Chicken-fried Chicken… ©Disney …and desserts like Apple Pie a la Mode and Seasonal Cheesecake. @Disney The kids menu features a Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich, a Hamburger, Chicken Fried Chicken, and Mac & Cheese. @Disney We started off with a Carnation Café classic, Walt’s Chili! This dish is a Hearty Chili topped with Cheese, Sour Cream, Chives, and a Corn Bread Garnish for $9. Walt’s Chili This was your standard beef chili with beans and was really flavorful. The toppings were a nice touch and we enjoyed the corn bread garnish. Walt’s Chili isn’t the best thing you’ll eat here, but if you are huge Walt Disney fan, it’s probably on your bucket list to try. A must-try for Disney history buffs Next up was the Baked Potato Soup topped with Fried Potato, Bacon, Cheddar, Monterey Jack, Sour Cream, and Chives for $8. The recipe has changed with this dish: it’s chunkier and has more vegetables. It also has a more savory flavor from the bacon cooked into the soup. Another new addition were the chunks of fried potato, which were a nice touch! Although the soup is alright, we do hope it goes back to the original recipe that we know and love. Baked Potato Soup Our last appetizer was the Fried Pickles, which are Hand-battered Panko Fried Dill Pickles with House Sauce for $8. Fried Pickles Instead of five smaller pieces, it’s four bigger pieces, but our server said they might make the pickle slices thinner in the future. The batter was crisp and stayed on with each bite! If you are a fried pickle fan, you’ll probably enjoy these. The fried pickles are very thick! The Braised Short Rib with House-made Mac & Cheese and Seasonal Vegetables, available for $23, was a definite highlight of our meal! Braised Short Rib The meat was juicy, flavorful, and fork-tender, and was delicious with the mac and cheese. We weren’t a huge fan of the mac and cheese on its own, but it was good with the short rib. We wished it was cheesier overall! We LOVE the short rib! We also got the Roasted Turkey Club Sandwich for $14. The sandwich is made with Freshly Sliced Turkey, Applewood-smoked Bacon, Vine-ripened Tomatoes, Monterey Jack, Lettuce, Avocado Mayo and Lemon Aïoli on Toasted Sourdough. You get a choice of Fresh Fruit or French Fries as your side. This is a pretty standard turkey club, but it hits the spot if you want a fresh sandwich! Turkey Club Finally, we finished off the meal with Apple Pie a la Mode with Vanilla Ice Cream and Caramel Sauce for $9! This tasted like a fresh homemade apple pie with just the right amount of cinnamon. The apples were really fresh and there was a huge scoop of ice cream to go with it. Apple Pie This was a great meal overall, especially if you want to try some classic Disneyland food! Nosh Or Not Stop by Carnation Café if… You have picky eaters in your party. There are plenty of classic American cuisine options here, so there should be something for just about anyone. You are on a budget. Although there are some pricier options like the Braised Short Rib, there are plenty of budget-friendly options for a table service location. You are a Disney history buff. There is a LOT of history at this location, so if you want to see classic Disneyland decor and eat iconic Disneyland food, this is a great spot to visit! Steer clear of Carnation Café if… You want something more fancy. This isn’t an upscale dining spot, so if you’re looking for somewhere fancier for a celebration or date night, check out a restaurant like Napa Rose at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel You want something adventurous or different! Adventurous eaters might be a bit bored with the cuisine here since it is full of American classics. You want an on-the-go meal. Although our service was quick, it is still a sit down restaurant so it will take longer than a quick service meal would. Overall Carnation Cafe is a classic Disneyland spot, and for good reason! With filling, delicious food based on American classics, you can find plenty of familiar favorites. Although the food isn’t particularly dazzling or mind-blowing, it certainly gets the job done. With items like Walt’s Chili, Braised Short Rib, and Apple Pie a la Mode, you’ll be able to find a lot of comforting eats at Carnation Cafe! The pricing for this meal is pretty fair, so if you want a cheaper sit down option, this is a good place to try. Stop by if you’re looking for some classic cuisine and a break from a hectic day at Disneyland! Click here to read about the history of Carnation Cafe! 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Although Disney World reopened over a year ago, there have been some activities that still haven’t returned to the resort. Boat rentals are back! We still haven’t seen the return of services like the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, some resorts remain closed (but are scheduled to reopen by the end of the year), and some resort activities haven’t come back. But as of today, one resort activity HAS returned — boat rentals. We stopped by Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and saw that the Captain’s Shipyard there is once more offering boat rentals to guests. Boat rentals have returned to Disney World Here, guests can rent a Sun Tracker Pontoon for $45 per 30 minutes and $90 per 60 minutes. Each boat can only have a maximum of 10 guests and the boat operator must be at least 18 years old. Pricing Boat rentals have not been available since Disney World’s reopening, so we’re excited to see the return of this service! Boat rentals at Grand Floridian We also checked at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, and boat rentals were available there now, too. Note that reservations are not required to rent a boat — rentals are done on a first-come, first-served basis. Contemporary Resort Boat Rentals Boat rentals are available at these two resorts as well as Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts, and Disney’s Fort Wilderness, according to the Disney World website. Guests can also sign up for guided fishing excursions at both resorts (as well as at other resorts where fishing is available). This is just one more resort activity that has returned to Disney World, and if anything else comes back, we’ll be the first to let you know. Here Are The Most Bizarre Things You Can Do at 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 rented a boat at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: ANOTHER Resort Activity Has Returned to Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Over the past year, Disney has been doing A LOT of construction on new attractions, restaurants, resorts, and even shops in preparation for the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary. EARidescent Gold Statues We’ve been bringing you a look at all of the progress week by and week and now it’s time to check in on it all once again. And, it’s looking like quite a few things are just about ready for the big party that will kick off on October 1st! Magic Kingdom Main Street Railroad Station The Walt Disney World Railroad has been closed for quite some time now at the front of Magic Kingdom due to construction over at TRON: Lightcycle Run that is blocking the train’s path in Tomorrowland. And, while the attraction has been closed the Main Street Railroad Station has been getting some TLC. But, a few weeks ago, the tarps started coming down from around the station and now it has all been revealed! Here’s what it looked like before… Before… …and here it is now! All of the scrim and planters are now GONE! You can see inside! The railroad does still remain closed and you can’t walk up the stairs around the back of the train station just yet, but, hey, it’s progress! There’s also a new birthday cake 50th anniversary display! Let’s celebrate! Mad Tea Party Disney World has been painting the top of the Mad Tea Party attraction with a bright blue! Mad Tea Party Repainted “it’s a small world” Over in Fantasyland, the queue at “it’s a small world” has been getting a colorful makeover ever since it closed for a short period of time for refurbishment in July. Now, the colors have expanded beyond the clock tower decorations, and splashes of green, pink, yellow, blue, and gold have been added to more of the decorations… More colors! …including the tunnel that you enter on your way into the attraction by boat! Still a little bit to go! There are still some white spots remaining in the decorations, so we’ll keep an eye out for more updates to come! Storybook Circus We’ve also been keeping track of construction in Storybook Circus recently. The touch-ups started with painting Big Top Souvenirs and refurbishing the sign, and now painting work has moved over to Pete’s Silly Sideshow. Some painting is happening! For now, the location remains closed and planters have been installed to “hide” the construction machinery. Transportation and Ticket Center And, the painting updates aren’t done just yet! The signage at the Transportation and Ticket Center has slowly been receiving a new paint job to fit in with the 50th Anniversary color scheme and this week two signs over the Ticket Sales & Will Call windows got their glow up! Here’s what the signs looked like before… Before… …and here they are now — a nice bright blue and gold color! New paint! There are still a few more signs that need to be repainted in the area though, so we’ll keep an eye out for when the entire transformation is complete. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Primeval Whirl At Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we also noticed some construction action happening over at a closed attraction in DinoLand U.S.A. — Primeval Whirl. The ride closed for good back in 2020 and Disney even removed the ride vehicles, but otherwise, the attraction has sat mostly untouched until now. Construction Walls Around Primeval Whirl Now construction walls surround the attraction, which could be a sign that the ride will officially go extinct and be removed from the park. We’ll keep an eye out to see what happens! Click HERE to See What DinoLand, U.S.A. Looks Like Now With All the Construction Discovery River Amphitheater And, with the passing of another week, Disney has made more progress on the new daytime show coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom for the 50th Anniversary. Disney KiteTails is set to debut on October 1st and we’ve been watching as brand new floating platforms transform into showpieces on the water next to the Discovery River Amphitheater. Just last week, we noticed new structures on the dock… Construction for KiteTails …and now they are taking shape! KiteTails Barges We’re still not sure how the platforms will be used in this Disney kite-filled show, but we surely can’t wait to find out in just a few weeks! Check Out a First Look at the NEW Show HERE! EPCOT Tow locations recently opened in EPCOT! The Mouse Gear replacement known as the Creations Shop as opened with a new EPCOT-exclusive collection. Creations Shop The new Club Cool location has opened as well! Here, you can try free drinks from around the world! Sampling sodas is a bit different than before Disney Resorts Disney’s Contemporary Resort There’s been A LOT of construction going on over at Disney’s Contemporary Resort since work began on the Incredibles-themed room transformations back in April. Between the room renovations, the reimagining of The Wave Restaurant, and more, we stopped by to see how all the construction was shaping up. When we first entered from the walkway from Magic Kingdom, we noticed that there were some tarps blocking off an area (though there was still plenty of space to get around)… Construction at the entrance …and inside the first-floor lobby, construction walls blocked off most of the area. The new restaurant, Steakhouse 71 (which is replacing The Wave), is set to open on October 1st, so we expect these walls to be coming down pretty soon. Main lobby construction And, construction even extends outside, as the play area by the pool is currently blocked off and being refurbished. Water play area construction We also spotted some new lightning and topiaries! Contemp Mickey Topiary Disney has shared quite a few details about the new restaurant opening soon, though we still haven’t heard when the rooms in the main tower will reopen with their new look. We’ll be sure to keep ya updated! Click HERE to See the FULL Menu Coming to Steakhouse 71 When It Opens Next Month! Well, that’s it for this week’s construction update! We’re always on the lookout for new construction walls, scaffolding, and big unveilings, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest! Click HERE for ALL the Rides and Hotels That Will Be CLOSED in September 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. Will you be visiting Disney World during the 50th Anniversary celebrations? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Going to Disney World Soon? You NEED to See These Major Construction Updates! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s Fastpass+ service is no longer in place, but there’s a NEW Fastpass+ replacement coming soon to Disney World called Disney Genie+. If you miss strolling through the Fastpass line to board your favorite attraction, you might be interested in paying for Disney Genie+, which will give guests access to over 40 attractions in Disney World. Genie+ ©Disney As we wait for Disney Genie to take over, we’ve been keeping our eyes out for new Lightning Lane signage around the parks. We put together a handy little list of ALL the Disney attractions that will use Lightning Lanes (AKA the old Fastpass lane). Disney’s Animal Kingdom First up, we’ve got the infamous Kali River Rapids… Kali River Rapids Lightning Lane …then we found a DINOSAUR sign… DINOSAUR Lightning Lane …an It’s Tough to Be a Bug sign… It’s Tough to Be a Bug Lightning Lane …and don’t forget about The Festival of the Lion King! Festival of the Lion King Lightning Lane We’ll continue to update this list as we find more Lightning Lane signs! Magic Kingdom Starting in Tomorrowland, we found a Space Mountain sign: Space Mountain Lightning Lane We also saw a Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Lightning Lane sign… Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Space Mountain Lightning Lane … and a Tomorrowland Speedway Lightning Lane… Tomorrowland Speedway Lightning Lane …and finally, a Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor Lightning Lane sign! Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor Lightning Lane Over in Liberty Square, there’s a Haunted Mansion Lightning Lane entrance! Haunted Mansion Lightning Lane And as we move to Fantasyland, Peter Pan’s Flight also has a new Lightning Lane sign… Peter Pan’s Flight Lightning Lane … as well as the happiest cruise that ever sailed, “it’s a small world”… “it’s a small world” Lightning Lane …and when you want to go under the sea, there’s Under the Sea: Journey of the Little Mermaid… Under the Sea Journey of the Little Mermaid Lightning Lane …and Mickey’s PhilharMagic! PhilharMagic Lightning Lane We found a Lightning Lane sign for the Mad Tea Party, too! Mad Tea Party Lightning Lane It looks like The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh also got a Lightning Lane sign… The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh Lightning Lane … as did Dumbo the Flying Elephant! Dumbo Lightning Lane Moving to Adventureland, the world-famous Jungle Cruise has a new Lightning Lane… Jungle Cruise Lightning Lane … and so does Pirates of the Caribbean. Pirates of the Caribbean Lightning Lane From there, we went to Frontierland and saw a Lightning Lane sign at Splash Mountain… Splash Mountain … and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad! Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Lightning Lane More Lightning Lane signage is on the way, so we’ll continue to add to this list! EPCOT In Future World, good old Spaceship Earth recently updated its sign… Spaceship Earth … and so did Living with the Land… Living with the Land Lightning Lane …Soarin’… Soarin’ Lightning Lane …Disney & Pixar Short Film Festival… Disney & Pixar Short Film Festival Lightning Lane …and Mission Space (both versions)! Mission Space Over by The Seas pavilion, Turtle Talk with Crush now has a Lightning Lane… Turtle Talk with Crush Lightning Lane …as well as The Seas with Nemo and Friends! The Seas with Nemo and Friends Lightning Lane If you’re in the mood for something a little more thrilling, you could hop on Test Track! Test Track Lightning Lane Although the stand-by line is usually pretty short, Journey into Imagination with Figment also has a new Lightning Lane sign! Journey into Imagination with Figment Lightning Lane Be sure to check back as more attractions are added to this list! Disney’s Hollywood Studios In Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the Disney Junior Dance Party now has a Lightning Lane… Disney Junior Dance Party Lightning Lane …and so does Tower of Terror! (This one seems a bit…ironic) Tower of Terror Lightning Lane Keep in mind that access to the Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Lightning Lane must be purchased separately from Disney Genie+ through Disney’s Individual Attraction Selection system. Rise of the Resistance Lightning Lane This may be something you want to do since Rise of the Resistance is pausing the boarding group process soon! Click here to read more about Disney’s Individual Attraction Selection System Over in Toy Story Land, Toy Story Mania now has a Lightning Lane sign… Toy Story Mania Lightning Lane …along with Slinky Dog Dash… Slinky Dog Dash Line …and Alien Swirling Saucers! Alien Swirling Saucers Lightning Lane Check out the Lightning Lane sign for the high-speed Rock ‘n’ Rollercoaster: Rock ‘n’ Rollercoaster Lightning Lane Recently we spotted a Muppet Vision 3D Lightning Lane sign, too! Muppet Vision 3D Lightning Lane Finally, we found a Lightning Lane entrance for For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along! Frozen Sing-Along Lightning Lane We’ll continue to update this page as we find more Lightning Lane signs, so stay tuned for more information! PAID FastPass Is Coming To Disney World SOON — And It’s Called Disney Genie+ 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 the new Disney Genie+ system coming to Disney? Let us know in the comments! The post ALL the Lightning Lanes We've Spotted in Disney World So Far! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re just a little obsessed with finding amazing hidden Mickeys around the Disney parks. We Spot a Hidden Mickey Whether it’s on a ride, in some merchandise, or just in the parks somewhere, hidden-Mickey-hunting has become one of our favorite hobbies. But now we’ve taken that to an entirely. new. level. We captured a hidden Mickey on camera that will quite possibly never appear again in the Disney World parks. In case you haven’t seen it yet, we have a video showing Disney World’s newest ride, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. This ride is AMAZING, featuring fun characters, cool technology, and a beautiful story. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure! BUT that’s not the most magical part of this video. About a minute into the video, we showed a still shot of the new fountain in front of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. Some water is splashing up out of the fountain in the image, and you’ll never guess what shape it made. Can you see it? It’s MICKEY! Can you see it?? Here’s a closer look. There he is! How did we accomplish this incredible feat of hidden Mickey capturing? If we’re honest, completely by accident. But sometimes the Disney magic just hits us like that. BIG thanks to a reader who reached out to us to let us know they spotted this little Mickey! And if you haven’t seen the video in full yet, you can watch it here! Keep following DFB for more news and hidden Mickeys in Disney World! Click Here to See Even MORE Hidden Mickeys In Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure 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 Where’s your favorite hidden Mickey in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTO: We Spotted a Hidden Mickey You’ll NEVER See Again first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s Halloween time at Disney World! A Mickey Pumpkin on Main Street! The decorations are up, BOO BASH is underway, and the Halloween treats are here! This time of year is THE time for Hocus Pocus fans since there is lots of merch themed after the beloved film. Today, we spotted another spooky piece of merch at Disney World! Over at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom, you can find a Glow-In-The-Dark Hocus Pocus Mug! The Hocus Pocus Mug On one side, you’ll find the Hocus Pocus logo along with a cauldron, skull, candles, and other spooky decor… Ooo…Spooky! …and on the other side is Binx! You can find this mug and other spooky merch at the Emporium for $19.99. Binx! Recently, we’ve also spotted a Hocus Pocus glass set at the Emporium! We need these, NOW! There’s a TON of Halloween merch at Disney World, but never fear! We’re on the hunt for all of the latest Halloween merch! Halloween Merch! We’re keeping up with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more! Click Here to Read About 4 Things You FORGOT Were Coming to Disney World’s New ‘Star Wars’ Hotel 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 mug? Let us know in the comments! The post WARNING: 'Hocus Pocus' Fans Are in Danger of Buying ANOTHER Disney Souvenir first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article