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So, you need a place to stay during your Walt Disney World vacation. Where do you stay? What do you like? What do you hate? We asked our readers for their opinions on the five Moderate Resorts in Walt Disney World, and here’s what they had to say! Caribbean Beach Resort As the name so helpfully implies, the Moderate Resorts in Walt Disney World represent the mid-range resorts that cost a little more than the Value Resorts but also cost a little less than the pricey Deluxe resorts. We asked you, our readers, how your rated Disney World’s moderate hotels! Interestingly, unlike the deluxe resorts, these results seemed a little more positive overall! Disney’s Port Orleans– French Quarter Resort Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter isn’t currently open but is set to reopen on October 28th, 2021. This resort is clearly very popular; 86% of our readers LOVED it, while only 14% said they weren’t a fan. It ranks as the top Moderate Resort according to our readers. Port Orleans French Quarter Results We seriously miss those beignets and boat rides to Disney Springs, and we can’t wait for the Port Orleans resorts to reopen! Read MORE about the reopening of Port Orleans here! Disney’s Port Orleans– Riverside Resort Riverside is another huge fan favorite! It looks like Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside is our second most-loved moderate resort! You can stay at Port Orleans Riverside starting on October 14th, 2021! Port Orleans Riverside Results 83% of those polled voted “Love it!” and the other 17% voted “Not a fan!” Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Another fan favorite! 68% of you saying YES to this resort, and 32% of you saying NO to Coronado Springs. Coronado Springs Results While about 1/3 of our readers weren’t impressed with Coronado Springs, we think 68% is pretty good for this large convention resort! Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort With the added benefit of Disney’s Skyliner, we aren’t entirely surprised this is such a popular resort. Our DFB readers are pretty happy with Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. As you can see, 67% of you love it, while 33% are not a fan. Caribbean Beach Results The number may be one of the lower ones since the resort is so spread out! Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and campground’s results are pretty much in line with the others so far! An even 60% of our readers loved it, while 40% said they were not a fan. Fort Wilderness Results Interestingly, a few of the deluxe resorts were rated worse than the moderate resorts! In total, all five moderate resorts polled a higher average positive score than the deluxe resorts! Does this surprise you? We love to hear your opinions, so keep an eye on our social media accounts (like Instagram!) to participate in more polls! Thanks to everyone who voted! See the BIG problem with Disney World’s Moderate Resorts 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. Do you agree with these results? Let us know your opinions in the comments! The post 12,000 Fans Rank EVERY Moderate Resort in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s no secret that the Disney parks are constantly changing. Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland From new lands like Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland and Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure to new treats at your favorite snack spot, there’s a near-constant stream of new things happening! Today, we’ve got news of another change at Disneyland! We spotted new strollers in Disneyland! These new strollers feature Mickey and Minnie in their new style with a red, black, and yellow color scheme that pays homage to the classic characters! New strollers are here! Your kiddos will be rolling in style in these new strollers! There are plenty of these new strollers to go around and they look adorable! Each one has Mickey AND Minnie! Not only are these strollers cute, but they’re also the best way for your little mouseketeers to get around the park with lots of shade! Comfy! The strollers used to be blue and black, but we love that they’ve added Disney characters to them to make the strollers more fun! You can rent strollers at the Pixar Pals parking garage or the Disneyland Park entrance. Single strollers are $18 per day and double strollers are $36 per day. Strollers and More Available for Rent (April 2021) These new strollers are a welcome addition to Disneyland! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news, big or small, so stay tuned for more! Click here to read about the latest must-try Disneyland treat! 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 of Disneyland’s new strollers? Let us know in the comments! The post Disneyland's Strollers Just Got a Super Cute Upgrade! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re going to be in Disney World for more than a couple of days, there’s a high chance that you’ll run into a pop-up storm or some rain during your trip! Rainy Day in Hollywood Studios When that happens, some rides around the Disney Parks have to close for a bit for safety reasons. Here are the rides and attractions that you can expect to see close for weather! While we were in the parks during one of those short rainy times, we took a look at what was closed around the parks! As you might expect, most of the outdoor rides were temporarily closed, but a lot of the rides that are completely indoors stayed open. Here’s what was happening in each park! Magic Kingdom Inside Disney’s Magic Kingdom, a lot of rides were down for the rain! We saw Astro Orbiter, The Barnstormer, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad… Rainy Day in Magic Kingdom …Liberty Square Riverboat, The Magic Carpets of Aladdin, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Splash Mountain… Rain is almost unavoidable in the summer at Disney …Swiss Family Treehouse, Tom Sawyer Island, Tomorrowland Speedway, Dumbo the Flying Elephant, and Jungle Cruise all on the list for being closed temporarily! All of those attractions are at least partly outdoors. Rain in Magic Kingdom Some that were still open include “it’s a small world,’ Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin, Peter Pan’s Flight, Haunted Mansion, and Mickey’s PhilharMagic show! Animal Kingdom Over in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we saw that Expedition Everest, Gorilla Falls Trail, Kali River Rapids, and TriceraTop Spin were all down because of the rain. Rainy Day Indoor rides like Avatar Flights of Passage, Na’vi River Journey, and Dinosaur all stayed open, along with a surprise one: Kilimanjaro Safaris! Even though it’s a completely outdoor ride, the safari trucks have canopies and can operate safely in the rain, so that was still open! Hollywood Studios Hollywood Studios is a good place to be if it’s raining, because a lot of the most popular rides are indoors! The only one that was closed for the rain was Slinky Dog Dash! Rain in Toy Story land Other popular rides like Tower of Terror, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run, Rise of the Resistance, and Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway were still operating like normal! Sheltering under a bridge! If you can brave the rain, we highly recommend putting on a poncho and continuing with all your Disney plans! Don’t let a little moisture get in the way of your vacation. EPCOT EPCOT only had one ride down as well: Test Track! Test Track Queue Soarin’, Living With the Land, Frozen Ever After, Spaceship Earth, and others were all still operating. It’s important to note that a big draw of EPCOT is the World Showcase, where you can walk around to try different food and drinks and see cool architecture from countries around the world. This is still possible in the rain, but it can be a little more daunting and difficult! Be prepared for the RAIN in Disney World! There’s the list of the rides that go down in Disney World when bad weather hits! Keep following DFB for more Disney planning tips! Click Here to See Four Tips for Handling Storms 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. What’s your favorite Disney park on a rainy day? Let us know in the comments! The post A Complete List of the Attractions that Close When it Rains in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Gideon’s Bakehouse is a hauntingly delicious spot in Disney Springs that serves up delicious giant cookies, cake, and more! Gideon’s Bakehouse We recently checked out the special cookie for August, and were NOT disappointed to see a rocky road cookie! Gideon’s also recently added a nighttime only cookie to the menu, which is perfectly spooky and gets us in the mood for Halloween. Right now, there are two new treats at Gideon’s and they’re going fast! Today, Gideon’s Bakehouse unveiled two new treats for all of us to enjoy for a limited time only! First, there’s a new Rocky Road Cake with three layers of moist chocolate cake, the fan-favorite marshmallow buttercream, toasted marshmallows, and a TON of candied almonds! If it’s anything like the Rocky Road Cookie we checked out not too long ago, then it’s sure to be delicious! You better head over to Gideon’s soon, this one will sell out quick and it’s only available on August 7th and 8th! ©Gideon’s Bakehouse The other limited treat Gideon’s is offering is The Eternal Flame! This is a limited-edition pack of Gideon’s Bites with six Velvety Five Flavor Chocolate Cookies, laced with special house-made Ancho, Cayenne, and Cinnamon Spice Mix all covered in Chocolate Covered Cherries. Plus, if you’re a fan of Gideon’s lore, this bag was approved by Pipistrello, the latest arrival at Gideon’s Bakehouse! This will only be available while supplies last, so grab yours ASAP! ©Gideon’s Bakehouse It’s similar to the Eternal Flame cookie we’ve tried before, but with a new twist! Eternal Flame A new Gideon’s treat is always good news! Be sure to stop by Disney Springs and grab these limited treats before supplies run out! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more! Click here to read about The Cutest (and Easiest) Disney World Christmas Tradition! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of these new Gideon’s treats? The post Gideon's Bakehouse Has Two NEW Treats at Disney Springs -- But They Won't Be Here Long! 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. Halloween season is upon us! The decorations are up, Boo Bash is starting soon, and we’re pumped to get some spooky treats soon! Halloween Has Arrived! If you’re ready to get into the Halloween spirit, then we have the Disney merch for you! If you’re heading to Boo Bash in Disney World or Oogie Boogie Bash in Disneyland (or just want to embrace the spooky season!), then the Mickey Mouse Pumpkin Glow-in-the-Dark Half Suit and Light-Up Tie Costume for Adults for $59.99 is the perfect way to go over-the-top for the Halloween season! ©shopDisney The best part? It’s glow-in-the-dark! Perfect for those nighttime Halloween parties and Trick-or-Treating with the kids! ©shopDisney Plus, the bow tie lights up too! This outfit is over-the-top, but if you’re looking to do the MOST at your next Halloween event, this is the one for you! Click here to shop the Mickey Mouse Pumpkin Suit and Tie! This outfit set is available now on shopDisney! Grab yours now! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more! Click to read more about the new exclusive Disney plush on Amazon! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of Disney’s new Halloween clothes? Let us know in the comments! The post Go ALL OUT for Halloween With Disney's NEW Glow-in-the-Dark Outfit! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Christmas traditions are the best! And Disney Christmas traditions? Even better! Disney Characters really know how to celebrate the holidays! Today in the parks, we were reminded about the cutest Disney Christmas tradition that you can do with your family! A lot of people send out Christmas cards, wishing friends and family happy holidays and sometimes giving updates about what the past year has brought you! If you wish you could live in Disney World (and we definitely wish we could…), why not have the return address for your cards be the Disney Parks? Main Street U.S.A. Mailbox You can send your family’s Christmas cards from the Magic Kingdom so that they’re postmarked from Disney! While you’re on your way to the Cinderella Castle, just drop your addressed and stamped cards into the Main Street, U.S.A. mailbox, and let the Disney magic (and the US Postal Service) do the rest! If you have any specific questions, don’t be afraid to ask Guest Relations. Disney Christmas Cards It’s such a cute way to add a little Disney touch to your Christmas traditions! You’d better get started on those cards, though, because there are only a little more than 140 days left until Christmas! OK, so there’s probably plenty of time…but we’re still excited! Christmas Countdown Keep following DFB for more Disney Christmas ideas! Click Here to See Our Ultimate Disney Christmas Shopping Guide! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Preorder The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2021 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to Preorder your 2021 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out ALL the Holiday Treats in Disney World Last Year (With Reviews!) Look Back at the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays BEST of the FEST! How Much Will a Disney world Hotel Room Cost You to Visit During the 2021 Holidays? What are your favorite holiday traditions? Tell us in the comments! The post The Cutest (and Easiest) Disney World Christmas Tradition! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

October 1st is going to be one of the biggest days in Disney World history. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure On that date this year, the resort will launch its 50th anniversary celebration, which will bring new nighttime shows to both EPCOT and Magic Kingdom. AND a brand new ride will open on that day at EPCOT’s France Pavilion — Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. We previously reported, though, that select Disney World guests, including Annual Passholders, would have a chance to register to ride the new attraction as early as September. However, if you’re a Passholder and haven’t registered yet, we’ve got some bad news — registration is now at capacity for Passholders. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure When we checked to register for the event this morning, we got a message that the event was full. ©Disney Disney World Cast Members will also have special access to previews of the ride, along with Disney Vacation Club members. The rest of us, though, will have to wait until the ride’s official reopening date on October 1st. But if that changes, we’ll let you know! Check Out The New Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Poster Disney Just Released 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 manage to score an early preview of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure? Let us know in the comments! The post Remy's Ratatouille Adventure Preview FULL for Disney World Passholders first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you love Disney snacks, then you’ll be happy to know that we’re in the middle of the biggest food festival of the year — the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival! It’s Food and Wine Festival season once again! The festival started in July and runs until November 20th, so there’s plenty of time to stop by! But with crowds for the holidays, a new ride opening, several more booths opening up on October 1st, oh…and that little 50th anniversary of Disney World thing happening soon , when is the best time to visit? We’re answering that question today! August Is August the perfect month to visit the Food & Wine Festival? Well, let’s start by discussing the weather…it’s HOT. If you ever wondered what walking through a cloud while simultaneously being in an oven felt like…it’s Disney World in August. You’ll definitely be sweating throughout the day, and you’ll probably still be suffering from the humidity due to those afternoon rain showers. It’s also right in the heart of hurricane season! You may be experiencing some dreary weather. So the weather may be a tad miserable, but what about the crowds? Well, we have some good news there! August is the month that many Americans go back to school, so you’ll find that the beginning of the month still carries some summer crowds, but things will likely thin out after the first few weeks. Also, some of the biggest celebrations aren’t happening at Disney World until October, so there may be guests waiting to visit until then. We’ve seen some big crowds this summer! But, if you’re planning to visit in August, there are some exciting things to experience! Several restaurants are scheduled to reopen, more entertainment options are returning throughout the month, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge will fully open back up. And if you’re visiting the other parks, Halloween celebrations will kick off at Magic Kingdom with the Disney After Hours BOO Bash! So should you go? If you don’t mind being a hot, sweaty, sticky mess, August, especially later in the month, could be a pretty good time to visit with possibly lower crowds than we’re currently seeing. Click Here to Learn More About the BOO Bash! September In September, the weather will still be pretty intense, but will likely improve throughout the course of the month. (Make no mistake, though…it’ll still be VERY hot and balmy.) At this time many guests will be back in school, so crowds will be lighter than in other months, but you’ll have to watch out for Labor Day weekend. Labor Day weekend crowds in 2019 were very light, but we doubt it’ll be the same this year. One of the big benefits of visiting in September is that it will be the cheapest month to stop by throughout the rest of 2021. Prices go up in October for the 50th Anniversary and stay expensive through the end of the year because of the holiday season. Lower crowds AND lower prices?! We couldn’t ask for more! As the month comes to a close, we do anticipate that crowd levels will start to rise as guests arrive to celebrate the October 1st festivities. September would be a lovely time to visit! We expect that things will continue to reopen throughout September as well. So far, Disney’s All-Star Music Resort is scheduled to reopen on September 16th, but we may get more announcements for entertainment, attractions, or restaurants as we get closer to that time. Plus, you’ll get to celebrate Halloween all month long! Check back often for any updates as we learn of them! So should you go? If you’re looking for cheaper hotel rates and (slightly) cooler weather with lighter crowds, try September! Just avoid those end-of-the-month crowds rolling in for the big anniversary! Click Here to Learn More About Hotels Reopening Soon! October October is where things really start to kick into gear! The weather continues to get milder, but we’re concerned that the crowd levels are going to be some of the highest we’ve seen. The 50th Anniversary kicks off on October 1st, and along with the massive set of celebrations at all four parks, Harmonious (new fireworks show), Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, and La Creperie de Paris will open at EPCOT on that day. We’re ready for this area to OPEN! But it’s not just those things — nine more Food & Wine Festival booths are opening then, with everything from The Alps to India to Lobster Landing and Mac & Eats arriving late to this year’s fest. So not only will you have plenty of new attractions to experience, but you’ll also have lots of fresh and exciting food to try! The Kenya booth is coming soon! While there are many new things to check out in October, you’ll definitely be paying the price if you want to be there on the big day. Tickets and hotel rooms are more expensive, and availability is slim for Disney Resorts, so you’ll likely have to book something a bit pricier if you haven’t planned your trip already. Add in the crowds, and you’ll want to make sure that you’ve got a TON of patience if you’re visiting this month. Thinking the end of the month might be more your speed? Just consider avoiding Halloween too if you want the best odds for lighter crowds. So should you go? If you’re planning a trip in the first or last week of the month, beware of some gnarly crowds! October is typically a less crowded month but we suspect with all the activity coming at the start of the month, the crowds will stay pretty hefty! Click Here to Learn About Everything Happening on October 1st! November And now we’re at the last month of the festival — November! In November, we finally start to experience fall weather in Florida, so you likely won’t be faced with those 100-degree days anymore (but don’t you worry your pretty little head — it’ll still be plenty warm!). Halloween celebrations have wrapped up, but Christmas time has just begun in Disney World! You’ll be in the midst of the holidays! During this month, you’ll get the benefit of Christmas decorations and celebrations, 50th Anniversary offerings, and all the new attractions and food options that opened in October. We expect high crowd levels throughout the month because of all the new things available, but the busiest week will likely still be Thanksgiving break. EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Prices are still high and availability is slim, but there’s going to be quite a bit to do around the four parks. And if you plan your trip just right, you may be able to experience two EPCOT festivals in one trip! The Food & Wine Festival ends on the 20th, but the Festival of the Holidays kicks off on the 26th — that’s just a week apart! So should you go? November brings fairer weather, but, with Thanksgiving and Christmas ramping up and the still-new 50th Anniversary events going on, it’s looking like there will be crowds! Click Here to Get More Information on the Festival of the Holidays! So Which Month is Best? Well, it really depends on what you’re looking for! If you’re the guest who wants a cheaper vacation with lower crowd levels and you don’t mind the heat, then go ahead and visit in August or September. (September especially looks promising!) If you’re waiting to experience the new offerings and will gladly brave the crowds to do it, then come in October or November. The allure of the new experiences AND 9 new Food and Wine booths is strong! There’s going to be so much to see and do! It’s important to note that no matter when you’d like to visit, you’ll want to plan your trip ASAP. Things are filling up rather quickly for the rest of this year, and Disney Park Pass availability is limited and still required to visit. PRO TIP for whenever you visit: if you can, try to visit the Food and Wine Festival during the week. The weekends draw in the local residents, so you’ll likely find lower crowds Monday through Thursday than you will around the weekends. Get your eating and drinking knocked out during the day too, if possible. Locals often frequent EPCOT in the evening for a casual dinner at the festival! We’re ready! We’ve got an exciting few months ahead of us, and we can’t wait to check out everything that Disney has to offer…we’re as pumped as you are! Make sure to stay tuned to DFB in the coming months for all the help planning your trip to Walt Disney World. We’ve got you covered on the latest news, and we’ll be in the parks on the important days to bring you all the updates! Oh, and if you’re heading to the Food & Wine Festival, don’t forget to get your copy of the DFB festival guide (check out the link below)! Click Here to See Our Reviews of Food & Wine Festival Booths! Ready to Plan for Your 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Order the DFB Guide to the 2021 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well -- including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Order your 2021 edition today! Don't miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for 20% off the cover price! 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Index 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Booth and Menu Index 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Special Events 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Low-Cost Seminars and Demonstrations 2021 Eat to the Beat Concert Schedule Epcot Food and Wine Festival Fans Facebook Page 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Wine and Dine Half Marathon Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic Food and Wine Festival 101 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Vegetarian Items Epcot Food and Wine Festival Gluten Free Items What’s your favorite time of year to visit Walt Disney World? The post When Should You Go to the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival in 2021? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Kilimanjaro Safaris in Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a unique ride in Disney World since it’s a real wildlife preserve! Full of live animals who are free to roam, it’s a one-of-a-kind experience at the Disney parks. Elephants on Kilimanjaro Safaris However, with live animals comes unpredictability! Today, we noticed something at Kilimanjaro Safaris. If you took a look at wait times for Disney’s Animal Kingdom, you might notice something unusual…Kilimanjaro Safaris is closed! This happens every now and then, usually when the animals block the road, but of course we had to go and investigate! Here’s what we found. ©Disney We were in line for the ride and about to board the safari when the ride stopped. We thought it was a short delay at first, but then Cast Members told us an animal was blocking the road. The Cast Member said that the animals are okay, but no guests were allowed on the preserve at the time. Crowds Cast Members offered people in line passes to come back to the ride later, since the ride will likely open after lunch today. So since we were next to board, a pass for the attraction was loaded into our My Disney Experience. Now we wait… Animal Kingdom is full of surprises, because animals can be very unpredictable. We’ll keep you updated on the situation, so stay tuned for more! Click here to read about the difference between Extended Evening Hours and Extra Magic Hours! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of this delay at Kilimanjaro Safaris? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Why Disney World's Kilimanjaro Safaris Closed This Morning! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video covering all the latest Disney news! Main Street, U.S.A. Pumpkins Today, we’ve got a look at pricing for the Star Wars hotel, the return of annual passes, Halloween decorations in Disney World, and MORE! It’s been a super busy week in the parks, so let’s check out the latest news from Disney. We’re covering all that and MORE in our latest DFB Video!  By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/subscribe.png So check out the video and then let us know: Which Disney news from this week are you the most excited about? The post DFB Video: Latest Disney News: Star Wars Hotel Pricing, Annual Passes are Back, & MORE Disney Parks News first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

In just a few months Walt Disney World will be celebrating its big 50th Anniversary!! Hey There Mickey Mouse! ©Disney 50 years ago, the Most Magical Place on Earth definitely looked different than it does today. But some classic hotels, restaurants, and rides DID open back on October 1st, 1971 with Magic Kingdom. Think you know what was available on Disney World’s opening day? Well, the time to test your opening day Disney knowledge is NOW! Before we dive in, take a second to make your guesses about what attractions, restaurants, hotels, and other forms of entertainment were available for guests to enjoy on October 1st, 1971 — Disney World’s opening day. Cinderella Castle is Getting Ready for the 50th! Got your guesses ready? Alright, let’s dive in! Parks The only park that opened with Disney World on October 1st, 1971 was Magic Kingdom. A Peek at Magic Kingdom’s Opening Day! ©D23 The next park to open would be EPCOT, but that wouldn’t be for several more years (11, actually!). Attractions Magic Kingdom opened with a number of attractions (some of which have since disappeared from the park). Here’s a list of all of the rides that were open at Magic Kingdom on its opening day: Adventureland Jungle Cruise Swiss Family Treehouse Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room (but in 1971 when it first opened it was part of the Sunshine Pavilion and known as “Tropical Serenade and The Enchanted Tiki Birds”) Tiki Room Frontierland Country Bear Jamboree Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade (originally known as Frontier Shooting Gallery) Davy Crockett’s Explorer Canoes Mike Fink Keel Boats Fantasyland Dumbo the Flying Elephant “it’s a small world” Mad Tea Party Peter Pan’s Flight Prince Charming Regal Carrousel (previously known as Cinderella’s Golden Carrousel) Snow White’s Adventures Mickey Mouse Revue Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride Skyway to Tomorrowland Prince Charming Regal Carrousel Tomorrowland Tomorrowland Speedway (previously known as Grand Prix Raceway) Skyway to Fantasyland Liberty Square The Hall of Presidents The Haunted Mansion Main Street, U.S.A. Walt Disney World Railroad – Main Street, U.S.A. Main Street Vehicles and Horse-Drawn Streetcars Penny Arcade Main Street Cinema (this attraction later become a store in the late 1990s) The Haunted Mansion Some other smaller things, like the Safari Club, were also open in 1971. And some attractions opened up just a few weeks or days after Disney World’s opening day. 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea opened on October 14th, 1971, and The Admiral Joe Fowler Riverboat opened on October 2nd, 1971. And more attractions (like Flight to the Moon) opened later that same year. Can You Match the Celebrity to the Disney World Attraction They’re In? Restaurants Of course, it wouldn’t be a day at Disney World without food!! Magic Kingdom’s opening day was no exception. Here’s a list of the major restaurants that were open in Magic Kingdom back on October 1st, 1971: Crystal Palace Restaurant — According to D23.com, when it first opened, Crystal Palace was actually a cafeteria-style restaurant. In 1996, the restaurant then changed to an all-you-can-eat buffet featuring characters from Winnie the Pooh. Adventureland Veranda — According to D23.com, this restaurant opened on October 1st, 1971, and served “fast food with a tropical flavor (such as teriyaki sauce and a pineapple ring on a hamburger).” It was sponsored by Kikkoman starting in October of 1977 and then closed in 1994. It was then transformed into Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen. Sunshine Tree Terrace Town Square Cafe — According to D23.com, this restaurant opened in Magic Kingdom on October 1st, 1971, and later became Tony’s Town Square Restaurant. Here’s Orange Bird in Magic Kingdom as Tropical Serenade is Being Built ©Disney Coca-Cola Refreshment Corner — According to D23, the Coca-Cola Refreshment Corner opened in Magic Kingdom on October 1st, 1971, and later got transformed into Casey’s Corner in 1995. Diamond Horseshoe Revue Pinocchio Village Haus Pecos Bill Cafe — According to D23.com, when it opened on October 1st, 1971, it served Mexican fare as well as hamburgers and grilled chicken breast sandwiches. It then closed in 1998 and was remodeled to become Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Cafe. The Diamond Horseshoe Mile Long Bar — As D23.com shares, the Mile Long Bar opened with Magic Kingdom on its opening day and closed in 1998. The bar made use of some mirrors to make it look like it was a mile long (hence the name!). At this bar, guests could grab some light snacks and drinks. Main Street Confectionery Liberty Tree Tavern King Stefan’s Banquet Hall — This restaurant later became Cinderella’s Royal Table Veranda Juice Bar — This later became Aloha Isle The Confectionery And there were a few other restaurants that opened in Disney World in 1971 as well: Main Street Bakery (which has had a number of different names over the years) The Lunching Pad — D23.com shares that The Lunching Pad originally opened in 1971 in a different spot than you might think of. It actually was originally in the space where Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies is now! The Lunching Pad closed in 1994 to make room for Auntie Gravity’s and then reopened underneath Rockettower Plaza Station in 1994. Plaza Ice Cream Parlor (which was originally sponsored by Bordens) Tomorrowland Terrace Cafe (what is now Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe) Dining Reservations are OPEN for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary! Opening Day Entertainment In terms of entertainment in Disney World, there were a number of things on opening day you could enjoy, like: The Dapper Dans Parades ©Disney You could also enjoy some performers at different spots throughout the park. While these weren’t available right on Disney World’s opening day, some major entertainment became available slightly thereafter: Fantasy In The Sky fireworks — The Fantasy in the Sky Spectacular officially became available for guests to enjoy on October 24th, 1971, the day of the dedication of the Polynesian. Electrical Water Pageant — This water show first premiered in Disney World on October 26th, 1971, and was known as the Electrical Pageant, according to D23. Click HERE to Read About Magic Kingdom Entertainment in 2021! Hotels A number of hotels opened on October 1st, 1971 with Magic Kingdom. These hotels were: Disney’s Contemporary Resort Disney’s Polynesian Village Hotel (now known as Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort) Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Sign The campgrounds at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort opened soon after on November 19th, 1971. Read Our Top 50 Questions About the New Star Wars Hotel Restaurants A number of restaurants at Disney’s hotels also opened on October 1st, 1971. Here’s a list of the major spots you could have chosen to dine at on opening day: Top of the World — This nightclub/restaurant on the 15th floor of Disney’s Contemporary Resort provided some food and entertainment to guests for a number of years. The dinner show presented here twice nightly was called “Broadway at the Top.” The restaurant was eventually replaced by California Grill. The Top of the World club still exists — sort of. It’s a DVC member lounge at the top of Bay Lake Tower now serving up drinks and small bites when open. Papeete Bay Verandah — This restaurant was located over at the Polynesian. It closed in 1994 and eventually reopened as ‘Ohana! Coral Isle Cafe — This spot opened on the second floor at the Polynesian Resort. It closed in 1998 and later reopened as Kona Cafe. Captain Cook’s Hideaway — According to D23.com, Captain Cook’s Hideaway first opened at the Polynesian as a small lounge with a mahogany-capped bar. It later changed names and eventually became what we now know as Captain Cook’s. Time for a Show at Top of the World ©Disney In 1971, some other restaurants opened in Disney World, including: Polynesian Revue — This was a luau show that opened a bit later in 1971 at the Polynesian. A new tropical-themed dinner show, the Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show, eventually took its place. Gulf Coast Room — This was a temporary restaurant in Disney’s Contemporary Resort’s Grand Republic Ballroom that opened in 1971 and ultimately closed in 1988. Learn About the Toughest Dining Reservations to Get in 2021! More What about transportation? Well, that classic Walt Disney World Monorail system actually opened on October 1st, 1971 and connected the Transportation and Ticket Center to several hotels and Magic Kingdom. Did you know that the Walt Disney World Marching Band was also formed in 1971? What a year! Marching Band And that’s a peek at what Disney World looked like on its opening day (and a bit further into 1971). We can’t wait to see what it will look like on the 50th anniversary and what the future will be like at the Most Magical Place on Earth. Stay tuned for all the latest updates on the anniversary celebrations and more! 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. How many of these opening day rides, hotels, and restaurants did you guess right? Were there any that surprised you? Tell us in the comments! The post Test Your Knowledge On Disney World’s Opening Day! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Walt Disney World has seen many changes since reopening in July of 2020 after closing due to the global pandemic. Indoor Mask Sign FastPass+ is no longer available, some restaurants have still not reopened, live entertainment has been altered, and Halloween and Christmas parties have turned into After Hours events. Another thing that went away when Disney reopened was Extra Magic Hours. For over a year now, there have been no Extra Magic Hours, but Disney did recently announce different versions of the perk like Extended Evening Hours. So, what exactly is the difference? We’re here to break it down for you! Extra Magic Hours Extra Magic Hours were when select Disney Parks would stay open late OR open early exclusively for people staying at Disney World-owned resort hotels and several good neighbor hotels nearby. Extra Magic Hours The perk was usually offered at one or two parks per day (sometimes three) and it was a great opportunity for people to experience rides with significantly shorter wait times due to the parks being less crowded! It also was a nice way to enjoy the parks in lower temperatures than during the normal day, because the hours were either early in the morning or late at night. Pandora – The World of Avatar at night Now, the biggest difference between Extra Magic Hours and extended evening hours is that ALL Disney Resort hotel guests could take advantage of the Extra Magic Hours, even guests at good neighbor resorts like those in the Disney Springs area. Now, only select guests can use extended evening hours. Extended Evening Hours Disney World announced earlier this summer that they would be offering extended evening hours starting in October. Like Extra Magic Hours, the extended hours are only on select nights in select theme parks. Here’s a look at the first few dates: ©Disney So far, we’ve only seen dates announced for EPCOT and Magic Kingdom, which is different than Extra Magic Hours where the extra hours would rotate between parks on different nights. Tomorrowland Also unlike Extra Magic Hours, these extended evening hours are ONLY available to guests staying at a Disney Deluxe or Deluxe Villa Resort hotel. These include: Disney’s Contemporary Resort Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Copper Creek Villas & Cabins Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Disney’s Beach Club Resort Disney’s Beach Club Villas Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Disney’s BoardWalk Villas Disney’s Old Key West Resort Disney’s Riviera Resort Shades of Green Resort Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Walt Disney World Swan Reserve (opening September 2021) These resorts are traditionally more expensive than Moderate or Value Disney Resort hotels. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Guests planning on going to extended evening hours have to have a valid ticket or pass and a theme park reservation for the park that has the extended evening hours that day. You can also park hop to the park with the extended hours, as long as you have a ticket with park hopping abilities and you first enter into the park you made a reservation for that day (just like with regular park hopping right now). EPCOT entrance at night During these extended evening hours, only select attractions, merchandise, and food and beverage locations will be open. Keep that in mind, as it probably won’t be the full experience as it would be during regular hours! Nice and Empty Main Street U.S.A. Guests are also required to have some form of identification that’s linked to your stay so Disney can verify that you actually are staying at one of the resorts that qualify. This included forms of identification like your MagicBand, Disney MagicMobile pass, or Key to the World card. ©Disney Those are the differences between Extra Magic Hours and extended evening hours! Early Theme Park Entry has been announced as well. It is more similar to Extra Magic Hours as more hotels are included. We’ll keep you updated if anything changes, so stay tuned to DFB for news! Click here to read about Early Morning Entry! 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 taking advantage of the extended evening hours in October? Let us know in the comments! The post The Difference Between Extended Evening Hours and Extra Magic Hours in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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We know there’s a whole lotta love out there for Disneyland churros. Churro Stand Today, we spotted an old favorite in the parks, and it MIGHT be second only to the OG! We know that’s a big claim because Disney has a LOT of fun churros. But just wait until you see it again! You can get the S’mores churro at the churro stand near the Redwood Creek Challenge Trail in Disney California Adventure! S’mores Churro in Disneyland In case you need a reminder of what’s on this amazing dessert mash-up, the S’mores Churro is a classic churro rolled in Graham Cracker Crumbles with Chocolate Chips and a Marshmallow Drizzle. You can get it for $6.25 now! The Churro Sign This churro is probably our favorite one besides the regular classic (because it’d honestly be blasphemous to overthrow the iconic Disneyland churro). Look at all that gooey goodness To start out, with the first bite you get a strong chocolate marshmallow taste. That’s followed quickly by the sugary churro taste that we love! The graham cracker crumble gets a little lost in all the flavors (maybe because it’s too similar to the churro taste?), but you definitely get it at the end where there was a big, solid piece of graham cracker! S’mores and Churro together? Um, YES This is a must-try at Disneyland Resort! Keep following DFB for more info about the best treats in the parks. Click Here to See Another Fun Disneyland Treat! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite snack in Disneyland? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: The S'mores Churro is a Must-Try at Disneyland Resort first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hot dog fans, listen up! Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Over in Disney World, we’ve been celebrating the return of Casey’s Corner, but Disneyland has some fun hot dog news too. There’s a new Hot Dog of the Month in town in Disneyland and we are VERY excited to try this interesting flavor combination. We’re trying out the new Hot Dog of the Month from Craftsman Bar & Grill. Get your taste buds ready to see the Buffalo Dog! Buffalo Dog This dog is the Classic Hot Dog topped with Spicy Buffalo Chicken Tenders, Bleu Cheese Crumbles, and a drizzle of Ranch Dressing. Plus, it comes served with fries! It’s a pretty sizeable portion, so let’s see how it tastes. Buffalo Dog The spice from the buffalo sauce was the most prominent flavor so if you’re a buffalo fan, you might love this lunch. It had a bit of a kick to it that made it overpower the blue cheese and ranch flavors, but you could still taste the hot dog and heaps of chicken. Buffalo Dog Our FAVORITE parts were the buffalo chicken bites. The classic mix of flavors between fried chicken and tons of buffalo sauce is hard to beat. Warning! This eat is pretty messy, so grab some napkins when you’re getting ready to dig in! Buffalo Dog It’s certainly a surprise to mix a classic hot dog with buffalo sauce but we have to say, it WORKS — even if we thought this snack was having a bit of an identity crisis at first. We’ve had other buffalo chicken hot dogs in Disney parks too and this one held up well. Buffalo Dog You can find the Buffalo Dog at Craftsman Bar & Grill at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel RIGHT NOW for $12. Keep an eye on DFB to catch all the latest Disney food reviews! Want to see some past buffalo chicken hot dogs? Click here! 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 Would you try this dog? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: Disneyland's New Hot Dog Is Covered in SPICY Chicken Tenders! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney Springs is home to a huge Disney souvenir shop, lots of delicious restaurants, and a whole bunch of non-Disney stores that stock both regular and Disney-themed merchandise. Disney Springs is a great place to spend your evening! Today, we’re taking a look at what’s new around the Springs! We’re starting — where else? — with the food! Disney Springs Food Update One quick-service spot in Disney Springs is serving up custom pizzas and flatbreads — Blaze Fast Fire’d Pizza! Blaze Pizza in Disney Springs They’ve got a new flatbread right now called the Pesto Garlic Cheesy Bread for $7.95. We headed in to give it a try! Blaze Pesto Garlic Cheesy Bread We thought the flavors were well-blended, and it’s a great option for all the garlic lovers out there. If you’re looking for a lighter snack to keep you going on your Disney shopping trip, this isn’t a bad option! Blaze Pesto Garlic Cheesy Bread Check out our full review here! Disney Springs Merchandise Update Disney Springs is really all about the shopping, with Disney and regular stores all over. We’re starting at the Marvel Super Hero Headquarters! Marvel Super Hero Headquarters In this store, you’ll find all kinds of Marvel merchandise, like toys, clothes, and collectibles. Marvel Super Hero Headquarters Recently, we saw some new Funko POP! figures on the shelves for the upcoming Marvel movie Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Shang-Chi Funko Pop! Figures They had a Shang-Chi figure in an action stance for $24.99… Shang Chi Funko Pop! …and a Xialing figure for $19.99. Xialing Funko Pop! Also in this store, we found some restocked Marvel Avengers t-shirts! There was one for Black Panther, another with Avengers logos all over it, and a zipper hoodie with Avengers artwork. Restocked Avengers T-Shirts You’ll find all kinds of awesome superhero gear at this spot! Disneystyle For more Disney-themed gear, we stopped by Disneystyle, located just down the path from the Marvel store. DisneyStyle Disneystyle has clothes, bags, and accessories with Disney World themes. Right now, the featured collection is this Disney Villains Graffiti line! Disney Villains Graffiti Collection We saw matching sweatsuits with Disney Villain graffiti like Jafar’s snake, Hades’ skull, and other villainous symbols. Villains Graffiti Sweat Suit There were villain-specific items, too, like this Scar Graffiti t-shirt! Scar Graffiti T-Shirt You can find this collection in the Disney parks as well as in the Springs. Stance Stance is a sock store with a ton of different patterned socks! Stance Socks You’ll find all kinds of Disney patterns here. We saw two new ones with a Marvel theme! The first featured the villain Thanos with a purple Marvel logo. Thanos Socks There was also a new Spider-Man-themed pair with a blue Spider-Man on top of a red Marvel logo. Spider-Man Socks Both pairs of socks were $19.99. Uniqlo Uniqlo has some of the most affordable Disney souvenirs in Disney Springs! Uniqlo at Disney Springs You’ll find Disney clothes here, along with some regular apparel. If you haven’t been before, think H&M — they’re pretty similar! We saw a line of Dry-Ex Marvel t-shirts available for $19.90 per shirt. Thor T-Shirt Some of the shirts had an Avenger theme. We saw a grey and blue t-shirt for Thor and a red one for Spider-Man! Spider-Man T-Shirt There was also a grey and white tee with the Marvel logo on it if you like to keep things simple! Marvel T-Shirt That’s all we’ve got for you as far as new things in Disney Springs! Keep following DFB for more updates on what’s new around the Disney parks! Click Here to See What’s New in Hollywood Studios This Week! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite store in Disney Springs? Tell us in the comments! The post What's New in Disney Springs: Villains Graffiti Merch and Pesto Cheese Bread first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve got some exciting news for you Disney Princess fans heading to Disney World Princesses! Not only do the princesses have cavalcades in Magic Kingdom and EPCOT, but we often see them interacting with guests in both parks. However, EPCOT seems to be getting more Disney princesses recently. For a while, the only princess interaction (from a distance) at EPCOT was with Anna and Elsa in Norway, but we recently noticed that Jasmine had returned to Morocco to greet guests. Today, though, we saw two MORE princesses at EPCOT, including Aurora! It’s Aurora! Aurora was near World Showcase Lagoon across from the France and Morocco Pavilions, waving to guests, and looking very pretty in pink. So pretty in pink After Aurora left, another princess turned up there — Belle! She came out to greet guests, too! She’s a BELLE! Belle took some time to wave at guests from a distance and pose for photos. Isn’t she the loveliest girl in all the village? Bonjour, Belle! Belle used to greet guests in this area, but we haven’t seen her in a while. But now it looks like she’s back! So that’s two more princesses we’ve seen outside the cavalcade greeting guests at EPCOT. And we’ll let you know if we spot any more. NEW Disney Princess nuiMOs Available Now — 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. Who’s your favorite Disney Princess? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: You Can Now Spot TWO More Princesses in EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Have YOU been to Disney’s Hollywood Studios recently? Slinky Dog Dash Disney World’s busiest park can sure be a fun time! We stopped in this week to take a look around for anything new and we found some sweet merchandise updates! Check them out! Hollywood Studios Merchandise Updates We don’t have too many updates this time around but we did want to check in about a few new souvenirs we spotted! Dark Room In the Dark Room, we came across a couple of cool new pins. Excited about Marvel’s upcoming film Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings? You might want to snag this new $15.99 Shang-Chi Pin! Shang Chi Pin There’s also a new Stitch Pin for everyone who’s a fan of that little blue alien. Pick it up for $19.99! Stitch Pin Newer MagicBands that we’ve spotted recently have been restocked at Dark Room, too. So, if you’re looking for a neat new design, it might be a good stop. MagicBands Restocked Mickey’s of Hollywood A quick note! We noticed that masks had been moved to a more prevalent spot in Mickey’s of Hollywood now that they are required indoors once again. Mickey’s of Hollywood Keystone Clothiers And, finally, Keystone Clothiers has seen some restocks of popular merchandise as well like this Groot Toy! Groot Restock See? Just a quick update from Disney’s Hollywood Studios today! We’ll be back again soon with more news so keep an eye on DFB! Want to see more of the latest from Disney’s Hollywood Studios? 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. Headed to Hollywood Studios soon? Tell us in the comments! The post What's New in Disney's Hollywood Studios: Collectible Pins and Restocked Souvenirs! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There have been some updates in Disney World recently with hotels and attractions finishing up refurbishments! The Hall of Presidents There are still a few closures to keep in mind, though. We’re looking at all the Disney Parks and hotels to see what’s going to be closed this week in Disney World! As far as closures happening in the parks, there are only scheduled refurbishments happening in Disney’s Magic Kingdom this week. Magic Kingdom We’re happy to announce that the Hall of Presidents is no longer on the list of closed rides in Magic Kingdom! It got a surprise reopening this week, and we went inside to see the new President Joe Biden animatronic. President Joe Biden The attraction in Magic Kingdom that’s still down for refurbishments is the Walt Disney World Railroad. Construction on the TRON: Lightcycle Run roller coaster in Tomorrowland interrupted the tracks, so we likely won’t see this one open for a while! Fantasyland Train Station What we CAN see, however, is the Main Street Railroad Station! A lot of the coverings over it that went up for refurbishment are coming down, and most of the station is visible again. We spy a railroad station! Last on the list for the Magic Kingdom’s refurbishments is the Main Street Confectionery. This sweet shop is getting updates to its interior, so you’ll have to find another stop for your candy needs! Construction Walls in Magic Kingdom That’s it for the parks, so we’re heading to the Disney World resorts for more updates and closures! Disney World Resorts There are a few hotels around Disney World with closures this week. First up, let’s see what’s going on at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! At the Polynesian, the only construction remaining from their extensive updates is the Monorail station. Monorail Station Due to construction going on there, you won’t be able to take the Monorail from this resort. Instead, the Polynesian is offering buses to the Magic Kingdom, or you could walk along the trails to get there too! Polynesian Construction Another long-time construction project at a Disney World hotel is the updates at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Lots of Construction The Contemporary is updating guest rooms with a new Incredibles theme! The lobby is also closed for refurbishments, so guest services are located on the second floor for now. The Contemporary Lobby Level As part of the construction going on, the Wave…of American Flavors is being remodeled as well! You can still get the Wave’s breakfast (located in the California Grill dining room), and the rest of the restaurant is expected to open for the 50th Anniversary Celebrations in October. The Wave…of American Flavors Entrance We’re ending our Resort refurbishments tour at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort, where there’s a big lobby update going on. Saratoga Springs Lobby Because of the construction, guests will be asked to drive to the Disney Vacation Club Preview Center for check-in. The front desk and concierge services are available in the hallway near the lobby area. Saratoga Springs That’s a wrap on the refurbishments and closures around Disney World for this week! Keep in mind that these are only the scheduled closings, so weather or other technical issues could still cause some unexpected closures. Keep following DFB for more updates on Disney World news! Click Here to See What’s New in EPCOT This Week! 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 resort is your favorite to stay at? Let us know in the comments! The post What You WON'T Be Able to Do in Disney World Next Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Oh man, a controversial snack has once again appeared in Disney World! Outpost Mix When Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, it brought with it space popcorn from Kat Saka’s Kettle. This polarizing spot reopened last month and now its sometimes-loved-sometimes-hated feature offering has returned! When Kat Saka’s reopened in July, the only popcorn option on the menu was the Buttered Blue Grains which is pretty much a fun version of plain buttered popcorn. But now, the Outpost Mix has RETURNED! Outpost Mix Outpost Popcorn Mix is a colorful blend of sweet and spicy flavors. In the past, we’ve tasted chili flavors from the red kernels and a grape-like fruitiness from the purple kernels. Outpost Mix And sure enough, the flavors taste just like they did before the closure! This might be good news to you and it might be bad news. Some folks absolutely LOVE the Outpost Mix but there are others who find the combo of flavors a little offputting. Outpost Mix Well, if you’re in the pro-Outpost Mix camp, head on over to Kat Saka’s Kettle to be reunited with this sweet and spicy eat for $6.49. As always, keep an eye on DFB for the latest updates! Click here to see another review of Kat Saka’s! 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. How do you feel about Outpost Mix? Tell us in the comments! The post One of the Most CONTROVERSIAL Snacks is BACK in Hollywood Studios! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney and Amazon are working together on an exclusive collection called “Treasures from the Vault.” This collection focuses on the Disney era between 1930 and 1970, bringing back memories from that time with plush Disney characters. ©D23 This collection features classic Disney characters, like Chip and Dale and Mickey and Minnie Mouse. Now, the next plush in this line of 12 collectibles is available to D23 members! D23 is offering its members early access to all the plushes in the Disney Treasures from the Vault collection. For this month’s plush, Disney threw it back to 1967 — the release date of Disney’s Jungle Book. That’s right! The eighth character is Baloo! Baloo ©D23 Disney’s Jungle Book was the last Disney animated film that Walt Disney himself supervised. This collection is honoring that moment with a velvet Baloo plush in the Treasures from the Vault collection! The plush Baloo stands 13 inches tall, is made with a soft velvet fabric, and has a big smile on his face! ©Disney The release of the Baloo plush has been delayed due to technical issues, but it will be available soon. You can check back to the D23 website for updates about its release! Members can get this limited-edition plush with early access by signing into their D23 account and following the link given there. Keep following DFB, and we’ll let you know when more limited-editing Disney merchandise is available! Click Here to See Last Month’s Treasures from the Vault Plush! 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 character in the Treasures from the Vault collection is your favorite so far? Tell us in the comments! The post Another EXCLUSIVE Disney Plush Is Coming to Amazon Soon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Planning to visit Disney World in October? There are a few things you should know! EPCOT October marks the beginning of Disney World’s 18-month long 50th Anniversary celebrations! There will be new fireworks, new shows, new merchandise, and so much more. And now it seems like guests will have a little extra time to some of those things and more specifically over at EPCOT once October begins! Here’s a peek at EPCOT’s current hours for the end of September. The park opens each day at 11AM, and closes at either 10PM or 9PM, depending on the day. ©Disney But, things look a little different in October. Starting on October 1st, EPCOT will open at 10AM, instead of its usual 11AM. So far, the Disney calendar shows that earlier opening time for EPCOT from October 1st through… ©Disney …October 23rd, which is as far as the calendar goes at this moment. ©Disney It looks like guests will get a little bit of extra time in EPCOT starting on October 1st, when Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebrations begin. October 1st will be a big day all throughout Disney World, but especially at EPCOT. On October 1st, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and La Creperie de Paris will open at EPCOT, several booths will join the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, and EPCOT’s new fireworks show, Harmonious, will debut. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure We’ll keep an eye out for more updates all around Disney World ahead of the 50th Anniversary celebrations. Stay tuned for more news! Click here to see EVERYTHING that’s happening in Disney World on October 1st! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration See Everything That Has Been Announced For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Everything Happening in Disney World on October 1st, 2021 Click Here to See The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary What Does Hotel Availability and Pricing Look Like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? Here Are the 5 News Bombs You May Have Missed Related to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Check Out 10 Things You Need to Bring If You’re Going to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary See How Each of Disney World’s Park Icons Will Transform During the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Will you be visiting Disney World in October? Tell us in the comments! The post EPCOT Will Start Opening Earlier Soon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Marilyn and Stephen here! As our time as Walt Disney World Ambassadors comes to a close, we wanted to take a moment to say thank you. This has truly been the journey of a lifetime, and we couldn’t have done it without the love and support of our friends, families and fellow cast members. Speaking […]http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/6fpWVBgOCdIView the full article

Are you headed to Disney World this fall? Magic Kingdom You’re sure to have a great time! We want to make sure you’re totally equipped with ALL the info you need to make it the best Disney trip ever. We’re here to help with dining reservations, Disney Park Pass reservations, and must-dos, and now we know the park hours for another Disney World week! We’ve seen park hours through October 16th, but now there’s another week posted. Let’s see what’s available! Hollywood Studios Magic Kingdom will be open from 9AM to 8:30PM on October 17th, 19th, and 22nd. Those are also the dates of Disney After Hours Boo Bash from 9PM to 12AM, which is why the park closes slightly earlier than usual. On October 18th, 20th, 21st, and 23rd, the park will be open until 9PM. ©Disney Over in EPCOT, we’ll see hours of 10AM to 10PM each day. Remember, EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival continues this week as well! ©Disney Disney’s Hollywood Studios will have consistent hours throughout the week. You’ll enjoy your Disney day from 9AM to 9PM. ©Disney And for the final park, Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be open from 8AM to 7PM each day. ©Disney Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park remains closed at this time with no set reopening date, but you CAN visit Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park from 11AM to 6PM each day. ©Disney And finally, those stopping into Disney Springs might be pleased to see some later evening hours. October 17th through October 21st, Disney Springs will be open 10AM to 11PM. On Friday the 22nd and Saturday the 23rd, it will remain open until 11:30PM. ©Disney Hours can always change at Disney World, so keep an eye on the calendar and keep following DFB, because we’ll let ya know about all the latest updates! Want to learn more about EPCOT Food and Wine Festival? 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. Headed to Disney World in October? Tell us in the comments! The post MORE Mid-October Disney World Park Hours Released! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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