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Walt Disney World will start selling new annual passes in time for the theme park’s 50th anniversary celebration, the company revealed on its parks blog Tuesday. View the full article Walt Disney World will start selling new annual passes again By AUSTIN FULLER Walt Disney World will start selling new annual passes in time for the theme park’s 50th-anniversary celebration, the company revealed on its parks blog Tuesday. That celebration is slated to begin Oct. 1 Disney World has not been selling new annual passes since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic but has renewed passes as plans expired. Walt Disney World will start selling new annual passes in time for the theme park’s 50th anniversary celebration, the company revealed on its parks blog Tuesday. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel) More details on the return of new annual pass sales are expected to be released later this month. Disney World last week also brought back a mask mandate for guests 2 and older when indoors and on resort transportation. The company is requiring all of its non-union hourly and salaried employees to get vaccinated against coronavirus. The company made both moves as Florida emerged as an epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic, with 20% of the cases nationwide and record-setting hospitalizations. Austin Fuller Orlando Sentinel

Tomorrowland is home to several quick-service options, like The Lunching Pad, Tomorrowland Terrace, and Joffrey’s! A small snack stand is missing from that list, though, and it finally reopened! Greetings from Tomorrowland! Good news! An old churro stand/quick-service beverage location is back in Tomorrowland! That’s right, the Cool Ship has landed back in Tomorrowland! We recently saw a few refurbishments taking place on the spot. And now, it’s back up and running again! Cool Ship You can currently buy churros for $6.19, soda/fountain beverages for $4.49, and bottled water for $3.50 (though we recommend asking for a FREE cup of water if you’re thirsty). Menu/Prices at the Cool Ship Disney World churros are a theme park classic, and we’re so glad to see more snack kiosks returning around the parks! Churros + chocolate = If you’re craving a sugary dessert (or a nice COOL drink), stop by the Cool Ship in Tomorrowland! Drink break! Be sure to stay tuned to DFB as more stands and quick service locations reopen around the parks! NEWS: Disney World CONFIRMS Annual Pass Sales Will Resume SOON! 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 a fan of Disney churros? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Cool Ship Officially Reopens in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Except in very limited cases, new Disney World Annual Passes have NOT been sold since the parks closed last March. Hey, Donald! We think there are several reasons why Annual Passes might not have been sold for a while, including Disney World possibly wanting to manage the percentage of Passholders visiting. Not too long ago, a glitch made us think Annual Passes were available to be purchased, but Stitch ate the page (we’re all too familiar with that sight) and we couldn’t complete the purchase. But now things are CHANGING — soon you can buy Disney World Annual Passes once again! That’s right! Disneyland Resort announced its new annual pass program today, and included in the announcement was some information about Disney World annual passes as well! The announcement specifically noted that “new pass sales will become available in time for the start of the 50th Anniversary celebration.” Tinker Bell Magnet Disney shared that we can expect more information later this month, so we’ll be keeping an eye on the Disney World website and Disney Parks Blog for details. What a Beautiful View! Stay tuned to DFB for the latest news for annual passholders, regular guests, and everyone in-between. We’ve got you covered with the latest Disney World updates! Click here to see how much it would cost you to eat the 20 BEST snacks 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 getting a new Disney World Annual Pass? Let us know in the comments. The post NEWS: Disney World CONFIRMS Annual Pass Sales Will Resume SOON first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Alright Disneylanders, we’ve got BIG news today. Disneyland Yesterday, Disneyland teased its new Annual Pass program called Magic Key. Disneyland’s previous Annual Passholder program was discontinued at the beginning of this year and we’ve been waiting for its replacement. Let’s learn more about Magic Key! This new program comes in tiers, with different benefits depending on what you pay for your pass. ©Disney The highest tier is the Dream Key for $1399 per person. This tier includes free parking (excluding blockout days), 20% off of merchandise, 15% off of select food and beverage, no blockout dates for the parks, and the ability to book 6 theme park reservations 90 days in advance. Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure The second tier is the Believe Key, which is $949 per person. It includes 50% off of theme park parking and 10% off of merchandise, along with select food and beverage. This pass includes some blockout dates but Believe Keyholders can make up to 6 theme park reservations at a time. Disneyland Park’s main entrance Next up is the Enchant Key for $699, which comes with more blockouts, 4 theme park reservations, and 10% discounts on merchandise, food, and beverage. Finally, you’ll have the Imagine Key for $399. This last pass allows 2 theme park reservations and 10% discounts like the others. The Imagine Key is only available for Southern California residents living in zipcodes 90000 to 93599. Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure Magic Keys will be available beginning August 25th, 2021. As soon as Disney releases more details, we’ll share everything you need to know about purchasing Magic Key. As always, check in with DFB for all the latest Disney updates, tips, tricks, and more! Click here to learn more about the previous program being discontinued. 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 Will you be getting a Magic Key? Tell us in the comments! The post News: PRICING and Details Released for Disneyland's NEW Magic Key Annual Pass! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

At the beginning of 2021, Disneyland announced that they would be discontinuing the Annual Passholder program and replacing it with a new membership option. Legacy Passholder Magnet and Button from A Touch of Disney event Until that new membership option became available, Disney fans with active Annual Passholder memberships as of March 14th, 2020 were transitioned directly into the Legacy Passholder Program. This program gave members discounts on food and merchandise all around Disneyland until a new program could be introduced. And, now, Disneyland is ready to make their grand debut, as they just announced their new Annual Pass program! Disneyland just announced their Magic Key Program, which is the name of their new program for ALL annual passes. ©Disney The passes will go on sale on August 25th, 2021! Disneyland Annual Passes There are 4 different kinds of “keys” (AKA tiers) including the Dream Key, Believe Key, Enchant Key, and Imagine Key. Sleeping Beauty Castle We’ll have details about pricing coming right to you, so stay tuned to DFB to learn more! Click HERE for What You NEED to Know About Disneyland’s Face Mask Policies 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 the new Annual Passholder membership program in Disneyland? Let us know in the comments! The post When Disneyland's NEW Magic Key Pass Will Go On Sale! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There is so much excitement happening right now at the Disneyland Resort – from exploring the all-new Super Hero-themed land of Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure park, to living out your own Star Wars story in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland park. Plus, fireworks are back with Mickey’s Mix Magic, all three of […]http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/czHcfFrZM1oView the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Magic Kingdom! Seven Dwarfs Mine Train And, we’ve got plenty of updates to share with you! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive right on in! Magic Kingdom Food Update Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe It’s time for another DFB snack hack, folks! We first started by grabbing the Chocolate Bundt Cake with purple icing at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe for $5.49. Chocolate Bundt Cake Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies Then we headed over to Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies for the Chocolate Milkshake for $7.99. We’re going to hack this milkshake A Cast Member gave us some extra galactic sprinkles to put on our cake, even though it didn’t come with the treat. (Cast Members really are the best, aren’t they?) We LOVE the sprinkles! Just like any fun milkshake, we decided to mix things up a bit and make the Chocolate Bundt Cake Shake! And, yes, it was JUST as good as it looks! Behold our fun hack! The bundt cake paired with the milkshake was extra fudgy and amazing! We highly recommend trying this DFB snack hack for yourself before checking back with us for more awesome Disney treats. Read our review of the new DFB Cake Shake here! Magic Kingdom Merchandise Update Frontier Trading Post We recently spotted the new limited edition Star Wars Resistance Pin in parks outside of Disney’s Hollywood Studios. And, now the Magic Kingdom is also home to the accessory featuring Rey on one side… Star Wars Resistance Pin …and Chewbacca on the other for $19.99. Star Wars Resistance Pin When you’re getting all those steps in as you explore the Magic Kingdom, the Apple Watch is a great tool to track your progress! And, you can make your watch pop with bands inspired by Marvel… Marvel Apple Watch Band …Maleficent… Maleficent Apple Watch Band …and Donald Duck for $34.99 each! Donald Duck Apple Watch Band Emporium As we’re making your packing and to-do lists for the parks, your kids can help with your vacation planning by using the new Spider-Man Stationary! Spider-Man Stationary There are SO many items inside to use, like markers, scissors, a notebook… Spider-Man Stationary …pencils, a glue stick, a ruler, erasers, and even more! And, your kids can use all of that at home or on the go for only $24.99! Spider-Man Stationary Honestly, The Great Mouse Detective is a highly underrated Disney movie! So, we’re as happy as ever to see the 35th anniversary of the film celebrated with a limited edition MagicBand! While we’ve seen the MagicBand online, it’s made its way into the Emporium. Great Mouse Detective MagicBand Ratigan is causing chaos on one side. Great Mouse Detective MagicBand And our detective heroes are on the other side as they quickly try to solve the case. Great Mouse Detective MagicBand Plus, the MagicBand comes in this BEAUTIFUL commemorative box for $39.99. Great Mouse Detective MagicBand If Disney World is your happy spot, then you’re going to want the latest shirts on the shelves of the Emporium! While the long-sleeve reminds you that it’s good to be “home” in the parks. New Long-Sleeve The other tee lets everyone know that you’re having the “best day ever” for $36.99! New Short-Sleeve The Emporium also had yet another Apple Watch Band in stock with a BUNCH of your favorite Marvel Comics for $34.99 too! Marvel Apple Watch Band Whether you’re finding merchandise that’s cute or hilarious, sometimes they’re just so great that they fly off the shelves! And, that’s definitely been the case for the now restocked and adorable Orange Bird Plush… Orange Bird Plush …as well as the hilarious Chewbacca Plush for $26.99. Chewbacca Plush Fantasy Faire If Disney teaches us anything, it’s that magic doesn’t exist just inside the parks. It’s important to bring it everywhere, which is why you should absolute “Bring Kindness” into the world with Fantasy Faire’s newest hat for $27.99! Bring Kindness Hat Hundred Acre Goods Today’s our favorite day because all that SUPER cute Winnie the Pooh merchandise we spotted in EPCOT’s UK Pavilion has made its way to the Hundred Acre Goods gift shop! You can find cups… Winnie the Pooh Merchandise …pillows… Winnie the Pooh Merchandise …shirts… Winnie the Pooh Merchandise …and even home decorations (this one’s $29.99!) themed after the original design of the Winnie the Pooh characters. Winnie the Pooh Merchandise (Who else is kind of obsessed with Pooh in his guard outfit with the telephone box??) Winnie the Pooh Merchandise Sir Mickey’s Sometimes, we see merchandise for kids that we can’t help but want for ourselves. And, today is one of those days because there is a Light-Up Princess Petticoat at Sir Mickey’s! Light-Up Princess Petticoat The bottom pink layer of the skirt has symbols of the various princesses. Light-Up Princess Petticoat The silky top layer can light up whenever you press a button along the side! You can take this petticoat home now that it’s been restocked for $29.99. Light-Up Princess Petticoat Memento Mori Speaking of restocks, we noticed that the Haunted Mansion Funko Pop Hat… Haunted Mansion Funko Hat …and Gravestone Salt and Pepper Shakers had also been restocked at Memento Mori! Haunted Mansion Grave Salt and Pepper Shakers Over your dinner conversations, you can talk about “good old Fred” (what a guy)… Haunted Mansion Grave Salt and Pepper Shakers …or the “dear departed brother Dave” as you plan your next visit to the Haunted Mansion! The pair of shakers is $19.99, so you can snag them for yourself or give them as a gift. Haunted Mansion Grave Salt and Pepper Shakers Star Traders If “all you need is love,” then all we need is this mug! The new Love Mug at Star Traders has a shiny, pink coating with “love” in cursive on the front. And, that little Mickey head for the “o” just makes it that much cuter for $14.99. Love Mug Cinema Sweets If you’re looking for a mug that’s a little more vibrant, though, then the Mary Poppins Mug might be the one you’re dreaming about! Mary’s silhouette is flying away on one side. Mary Poppins Mug The rest of the mug also has symbols inspired by the film, like carousel horses and her giant carpet bag. Mary Poppins Mug The handle is a ruler, since Mary Poppins measures to be “practically perfect in every way.” Mary Poppins Mug The side of the mug also has a quote from the movie for $19.99! Mary Poppins Mug Uptown Jewelers We’re getting closer and closer to Halloween as decorations start to arrive in the parks! And, the festivities wouldn’t be complete without a few accessories to match! You can stock up early over at Uptown Jewelers with the Hocus Pocus Pandora Charm… Hocus Pocus Pandora Charm …that stars the famous Sanderson Sisters for $65. Hocus Pocus Pandora Charm Or, you can opt for Madame Leota’s presence on the Haunted Mansion Pandora Charm… Haunted Mansion Pandora Charm …that has the attraction’s logo on the back as well for $75! Haunted Mansion Pandora Charm Magic Kingdom Entertainment Update Rope Drop As summer comes to an end in the parks, the crowds haven’t slowed down yet as everyone takes in the last moments of vacation time! And, rope drop was EXTRA busy in the Magic Kingdom this week! There was a huge crowd outside of the castle prior to to the park opening, as everyone waiting to explore the Magic Kingdom for the day. Check Out Those Crowds The entrance that was moving the slowest after rope drop was directly in front of Cinderella Castle… Here Are Some Guests Waiting to Get In …while the crowds who used the Liberty Square entrance moved the fastest. Fairly Quick Entry There’s still currently no welcome show in the morning, even though the Magic Kingdom does play music to kick off the morning and the park’s opening. Take a FULL look at a busy rope drop in the Magic Kingdom here! Magic Kingdom Construction Update Closures Rides do undergo quick bits of maintenance from time to time. But, this past week, we saw THREE attractions close for maintenance in a row! In Fantasyland, “it’s a small world” shut down for three days… “it’s a small world” Closure The front of the ride noted that “it’s a small world” was closed temporarily. “it’s a small world” Closure A black curtain covered any parts that you could see into the attraction space. It reopened with a new paint job. “it’s a small world” Closure The Liberty Belle Riverboat was also down at one point as Cast Members waited on technicians to fix the boiler. Liberty Belle Riverboat Closure Signs were in front of the attraction as well to notify guests of the closure. Liberty Belle Riverboat Closure Frontierland Disney World is constantly under construction nowadays, it seems like! Frontierland was no stranger to the famed “pardon our pixie dust” sign too as construction moved along in the Magic Kingdom. Frontierland Construction The areas stretching from the Country Bear Jamboree… Frontierland Construction …all the way to the Frontier Trading Post were walled off at the moment. Frontierland Construction However, there were signs directed guests on how to enter the store since the Frontier Trading Post is still open, even with the construction. Frontierland Construction While we were in Frontierland, we also noticed that there were a bunch of new lights fixed around this area of the park. New Frontierland Lights Various kinds of lights were placed along storefronts. New Frontierland Lights They were also on attractions and elsewhere to light up the walkway and atmosphere. New Frontierland Lights Since the BOO Bash will be starting soon, we asked Cast Members if the lights had to do with set-up for the Halloween Parties. Although they believed this to be the case, nobody could confirm it for sure at this time! New Frontierland Lights Tomorrowland Over the course of the week, we explored the Magic Kingdom, the construction on the Tomorrowland entryway’s ground was finally completed! Tomorrowland Ground Construction At the beginning of the week, there were a few final things to wrap up for the construction… Tomorrowland Ground Construction …before the finished ground with alternating designs of light and dark gray added an extra pop to the atmosphere! Completed Tomorrowland Ground Construction Jungle Cruise We are getting SO close to the completed construction on the Jungle Cruise refurbishment in Disney World! We’ve seen lots of changes recently, but we noticed a big switch during our latest cruise! Previously, there used to be a seen with Indigenous people. Previous Tribal Scene But it has since been removed to make way for new stories and characters instead! Removed Tribal Scene Tarps are still up along some of the areas as well, so we’ll have to keep you updated on when the refurbishment will be completed soon! More Jungle Cruise Construction Mask Signs Now that masks are required indoors once again in Disney World, mask signs have returned all around the property to remind guests of this change. Throughout the week, we saw them pop up at the Transportation and Ticket Center. TTC Mask Sign There also at the Magic Kingdom entrance… Entrance Mask Sign …wait time screens… Wait Time Screen Mask Sign …outside of trash cans, and more. Trash Can Mask Sign Well, that’s all for this What’s New at Magic Kingdom! We’ll catch you next time for more updates. And, if you have questions about your upcoming Disney trip, let us know so we can help you find the answers! Stay tuned with DFB for the latest Disney entertainment and news! 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 are you looking forward to seeing the most in the Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments below! The post What's New at Magic Kingdom: A DFB Snack Hack and a Limited Edition MagicBand first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Unexpected things do happen on vacations, and this week the center of a few mishaps has been at the airports. Orlando International Airport Many major airlines have been experiencing huge delays and cancelations recently, causing travel to become more unpredictable than usual. Just yesterday, Spirit Airlines even canceled 22 of its flights from Orlando. However, these problems have continued through today as well. Click Orlando News has reported that Spirit Airlines is experiencing its third day in a row of major flight disruptions, as around 3,000 flights have been delayed or canceled of August 3rd. Orlando International Airport Many factors can play into this, but reports suggest that the flight schedules have experienced these issues due to storms that interfered with crews as well. Click Orlando News has also shared that the 3,000 flights affected equates to nearly 40% of Spirit’s schedule, according to FlightAware‘s aviation tracking. Orlando International Airport Crowds So, if you plan on traveling soon through Spirit Airlines or other carriers, you might want to consider the fact that major delays or cancelations could occur during your travels. We’ll be sure to keep you updated with more details before your next vacation. Stay tuned with DFB for the latest Disney entertainment and news. The average cost to fly to Disney World for September 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 experienced flight delays or cancelations recently? Let us know in the comments below! The post NEWS: Spirit Airlines Has Canceled or Delayed 3,000 Flights As of Today first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re like me, you have been craving a DOLE Whip® treat ever since reading the “Foodie Guide to All Your DOLE Whip Dreams” on the Disney Parks Blog. Well, I have even more mouth-watering news to share with you. Now at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, new Dole Whip soft-serve desserts are just the beginning to a summer of delicious treats.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/28UdUUO3zr0View the full article

Real magic takes place at Shanghai Disney Resort as they celebrate their 5th anniversary with the year of magical surprises! With a breathtaking new Nighttime Spectacular, costumes, decorations and fun surprises for guests of all ages, the celebrations wouldn’t be possible without the cast members both behind the scenes and frontline. See the magic for […]http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/3CFS9iSckTAView the full article

The Hall of Presidents officially reopened at Walt Disney World with Joe Biden front and center of the Magic Kingdom attraction. View the full article Disney reopens Hall of Presidents, debuts Biden animatronic By DEWAYNE BEVIL An audio-animatronic figure of President Joe Biden has been added to the Hall of Presidents at Magic Kingdom theme park. (Walt Disney Co. / Courtesy photo) The Hall of Presidents has reopened at Walt Disney World with Joe Biden front and center of the Magic Kingdom attraction. Biden’s animatronic is seen reciting the presidential oath of office as his predecessors look on. “I, Joseph Robinette Biden Jr. …” the spiel begins. Biden recorded the words in the White House for the Disney attraction. The likeness of his immediate predecessor Donald Trump now stands behind and over Biden’s right shoulder. The Liberty Square attraction had been closed for refurbishment since January. The hall has added the new commander in chief after the transition of power in each case since Richard Nixon resigned in 1973. The attraction debuted in 1971 with the rest of Magic Kingdom.

A great and long-standing tradition at the Hall of Presidents in Disney World has been to update the attraction every time a new President takes office. Hall of Presidents ©Disney In the past, the time frame has varied for how long it takes to add the new Presidential animatronic. The attraction closed on January 20, 2021 and Disney said a couple weeks ago that it would be reopening in August with the new President Biden animatronic, we just didn’t have an exact date. BUT while we were in Magic Kingdom today, we discovered that the Hall of Presidents is OPEN! Disney already released a sneak peek of the new President Biden animatronic, but of course, we had to go check it out for ourselves. So, we headed over to Liberty Square to catch one of the first shows. Let’s go! The operating hours posted noted continuous shows from 10AM-7PM. Showtimes all day! Once inside, we had to wait for the ongoing show to let out, so we took a look around the lobby to see if anything was new! Hall of Presidents Of course, there’s the official Presidential seal right in the middle. It took multiple acts of Congress to grant Disney the permission to even display the seal! Presidential Seal Then we noticed a new historical artifact! Former First Lady Caroline Harrison’s New Years’ Eve Gown is now on display. Carolina Harrison’s Dress Caroline Harrison was wife to former President Benjamin Harrison, who served as the 23rd President of the United States from 1889 to 1893. Caroline Harrison Information The dress is incredibly detailed and was worn by the former First Lady circa 1890. Caroline Harrison Dress After looking around for a bit, it was time to go inside the theater! Hall of Presidents We patiently waited for the show to start. Any minute now… The show opened with the film. George Washington! And then we heard from President Lincoln! Honest Abe Finally, the new President Biden animatronic was revealed. President Joe Biden He’s standing at the front, next to a table that holds his signature aviator sunglasses and a bouquet of Peach Blossoms, the state flower of Delaware. Can you spot the glasses? Here’s another look: President Joe Biden Now, all of the Presidents of the United States are up on stage. What happens when they run out of room? Head on over to the Hall of Presidents to take a look at the updates! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news. Ever Wondered if the Hall of Presidents are Wearing Underwear? You Know You Wanna Click Here to Find Out! 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 animatronic at Disney World? Let us know in the comments below! The post PHOTOS: The Hall of Presidents Has Reopened With the New Biden Animatronic in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Tree of Life And, between reopening restaurants, a brand new treat, construction, and merchandise we’ve got plenty of updates to share with you. So, what are you waiting for? Let’s jump right on in! Animal Kingdom Food Update Pizzafari Over the past few months, we’ve been seeing more snack kiosks and restaurants reopen in Animal Kingdom and now the fan-favorite spot to grab a pizza in the park is BACK! Pizzafari Pizzafari has officially reopened and is now serving up its full menu of pizzas, salads, and more plus a few new additions! So, now you can find a new Blue Lagoon Lemonade with Glow Cube (that can be served with or without alcohol)… Blue Lagoon Lemonade …a new Chicken Parmesan Sandwich which is made with Breaded Chicken topped with Marinara and Provolone on Ciabatta Bread served with side Caesar Salad for $10.99… On the inside of the Chicken Parmesan Sandwich …and a new Spaghetti and Meatball Cupcake that is a Vanilla Cake with Chocolate Chip Cannoli Filling topped with Cherry Sauce, Vanilla Buttercream Spaghetti, and a Chocolate Doughnut “Meatball” for $5.99. Spaghetti and Meatballs Cupcake Of course, we had to try a few of the returning options too when we stopped by! The whole spread! Pizzafari will now open daily for lunch from 11AM to 3PM, and we’ll be bringing you a full review of the restaurant soon so stay tuned! Click HERE for Our FIRST LOOK at Pizzafari’s Reopening Menu! Creature Comforts And, a cupcake made to look like spaghetti and meatballs wasn’t the only new dessert that can be found in Animal Kingdom! There’s also a NEW Baloo Cupcake at Creature Comforts (and a few other locations)! Sounds pretty yummy, right? The sweet treat is a chocolate cake with caramel-honey banana jam, caramel-honey frosting, chocolate crisp pearls, and a chocolate Baloo medallion and you can give it a try for $5.99. Looks pretty yummy too! And, we must say, if you’re a big fan of chocolate and banana, then you’ve got to give this guy a try! It may look like a chocolate overload, but the banana flavor is almost equally as powerful. Click HERE for Our FULL Review of the NEW Baloo Cupcake! Animal Kingdom Construction Update Discovery River Amphitheater After a few years of having no nighttime show at the Discovery River Amphitheater, Disney is preparing to bring a brand new daytime show, called Disney KiteTails, to the location in just a few months! We’ve been keeping track of the construction (which has been fairly minimal so far), but this week we noticed that the large barges that once floated on the water near the theater are now missing! As a reminder, here’s what it looked like before… Here’s what was there… …and here’s what it looks like now! The barge and construction boat are both completely gone from the area and now black poles have taken their place. Platforms are MIA now These may be preparations for some of the show elements that will be featured over the water or something else, but we’ll continue to keep an eye out for updates! Learn MORE About Animal Kingdom’s NEW Daytime Show HERE! Animal Kingdom Merchandise Update Discovery Trading Company Of course, we had to do some shopping while we were in the park and we spotted the newest additions to the Disney nuiMOs collection at Discovery Trading Company! So, now guests can pick up the two new princess plushes, which includes Ariel… Now you can get Ariel… …and Jasmine. Both cost $21.99 each. …or Jasmine! Or, you can get your nuiMOs ready for the fall (and Disney World’s 50th Anniversary) with new outfits like the silver and blue dress and suit… New Disney nuiMOs outfits …or the polka dot dress with a blue fur coat. This is fash-UN! Plus, the August release includes a Floral Jumpsuit and Plaid Blazer outfit… lil floral jumpsuit! …and a Colorblock Sweatshirt with Red Beanie. For nuiMOs who are too cool for school Each outfit costs $12.99. Click HERE to Shop the NEW Disney nuiMOs Collection Online! And, we also noticed that Disney’s face masks have been moved to a more prominent location in the shop now that they are required to be worn by guests at all indoor locations in the parks and resorts. Disney Face Masks Well, that’s it for what’s new in Disney’s Animal Kingdom this week! Of course, we’re always busy exploring the parks so that we can bring you the latest Disney news and updates, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more! Check Out What’s New in Disney Springs 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. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. When was the last time you visited Disney’s Animal Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Animal Kingdom: Another Restaurant Reopens, a GIANT Construction Barge Disappears, and MORE! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney has been known to create a soft-serve float concoction from time to time, but for those days in the Magic Kingdom when you just want some soft-serve ice cream (minus the float), where can you go? New summer treat alert! If you love sweets and are looking for something to cool you off from the Florida heat, you can now get cotton candy soft serve in the Magic Kingdom! You may remember the Back Side of Water Float that recently made a splash over at the Sunshine Tree Terrace in Adventureland, made with Cotton Candy and Vanilla soft-serve, Sprite, and a Sour Belt. But if you’re not feeling float-y, that’s ok because you can get it on its own! The New Jungle Cruise-Inspired Back Side of Water Treat For $4.99, you can get Cotton Candy soft-serve in a cup at Sunshine Tree Terrace! A sweet new treat! This item is not available via mobile order right now, so you’ll have to order it in the stand-by line and ask for the cotton candy soft serve in a cup. You can even get it swirled with vanilla! Sunshine Tree Terrace If you’re a big fan of cotton candy, you’ll probably enjoy this sweet soft-serve! We’re constantly looking for dessert hacks and substitutions, so stay tuned to DFB for more updates! Chocolate-Lovers MUST Try the Latest DFB Snack Hack 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. Are you a fan of cotton candy-flavored treats? Let us know in the comments! The post You Can Get Cotton Candy Soft Serve in Disney World Right Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s latest line of collectible items is the Stitch Crashes Disney collection, with Stitch plushes, MagicBands, and more showing the little alien invading other Disney movies! Aladdin Stitch Plush Now Disney has released a sneak peek at the next Stitch Crashes item: Stitch Crashes Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs! And this might be the prettiest Stitch we’ve seen yet! The newest Stitch Crashes plush will be dark blue with embroidered flowers, silhouettes of dwarfs, and a Snow White silhouette on his tummy! The only scary part is that he’s holding a poisoned apple! ©shopDisney We’ve seen it all with the Stitch crashes collection, with some cute Stitches… Hi Stitch! …some kind of scary Stitches… What’s up with his RED eyes?! …and some just plain strange Stitches! Spaghetti Stitch Plush Now we can add a really pretty Stitch into the mix! Disney hasn’t given us a release date for the Stitch Crashes Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs yet, but we’ll keep ya posted! ©shopDisney Meanwhile, keep following DFB for more news about Disney merchandise coming soon! Click Here to See All the Movies that Stitch Will Crash Into! 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 Stitch Crashes plush is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney's Newest Stitch Crashes Plush Is Actually…Kind of Pretty?! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Who’s ready for Halloween in Disney World?! Who’s ready? Pooh’s ready!! As fall approaches, we’re preparing for the start of BOO Bash, the 50th Anniversary, and new nighttime firework shows (R.I.P Happily Ever After). But we’re not the only ones preparing as fall decorations have already started popping up in Magic Kingdom! Overnight, Disney’s classic spooky (and adorable) pumpkins arrived on Main Street in the Magic Kingdom! We’ll start off by saying hello to some happy faces above Casey’s Corner. Is that Mickey Mouse’s face we spy on the right? It’s nice to see some smiling faces! Across the way, we had to share this adorable trio of pumpkins sitting at a table and chairs! They look like such a happy family, but do you think they’re talking about us up there? Oh, to be a Main Street pumpkin sitting with his friends in Magic Kingdom… Over by the Emporium, we have three more smiling faces sitting in a row! Main Street pumpkins The Main Street Confectionery is decorated with lots of pumpkins! We love that classic pumpkin grimace! More new pumpkins! The Plaza Restaurant has some singing pumpkins on display — do you think they’re singing “Boo to You?” Plaza Pumpkins Hey, Emporium entrance pumpkins…are you ok? These guys both look like they’re going through some stuff… . Some friends welcoming you into the Emporium The carved pumpkins above the Art Festival marquee fittingly represent art supplies! Feeling artsy? Now, take a guess as to where this pumpkin is located on Main Street… Can you guess where this pumpkin sits? …you probably guessed it! Casey’s Corner has two pumpkins featuring some signature baseball treats in honor of the classic Disney restaurant. Nothing says baseball like a hot dog and peanuts! The City Hall pumpkins seem to be going through a whole range of emotions! Maybe guest relations can help them out! City Hall pumpkins And that concludes our guided photo tour of the new pumpkin decorations on Main Street! We can’t wait for more decorations to arrive in the Magic Kingdom! Until then, stay tuned to DFB for more Disney park news, announcements, and more! Check out the NEW Magic Kingdom Park Map With LOTS of Updates!! 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 excited about Halloween in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Disney World's Classic Halloween Pumpkins Have Arrived on Main Street first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We are excited to report that longtime Walt Disney Imagineering Research & Development Imagineer and Disney Research Fellow Lanny Smoot just received his 100th career patent from the US Patent and Trademark Office – a first for anyone at The Walt Disney Company.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/fvDFXaPbqXoView the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Now is the time! We have all officially put off the need to go back-to-school shopping until the last minute and that is OK! Wildcat Pride! Get ya head in the game! If you are anything like us you have spent this summer chowing down on Dole Whips or trying some new Food and Wine menu items. No need to fear, we are here to show you some awesome back-to-school items that will infuse a little Disney in you and your kid’s lives. Let’s take a look at some awesome items that are also friendly on your wallet at $20 or less! Backpacks First and foremost every kid needs a backpack to get back in the groove of school! What better way to start than with everyone’s favorite mouse, Mickey! Oh Boy! ©Amazon You can get this one from Amazon for $17.98 right now! Click Here to get this Mickey Mouse Backpack! If you are looking for a bit more sparkle to add to your school day, then look no further than this Disney Princess backpack! The perfect amount of sparkle! ©Target You will be able to find this one at Target for $13.59! Click Here to Buy This Disney Princess Backpack! Lunch Items The best way to show off your cool new swag is during lunchtime. There is nothing better than rolling up to the cafeteria with the best lunch gear around. Let’s not waste any time! Check out this Minnie Mouse Rose Gold Lunch Tote that is sure to catch everyone’s eye. Rose Gold Everything! ©shopDisney You can grab this one on shopDisney for $16.99! Click Here to Buy This Minnie Mouse Rose Gold Lunch Tote! Next up is a lunch box that is sure to be the coolest in the galaxy. Take a look at this Mandalorian lunchbox! This is the way ©shopDisney You can pick this one up at shopDisney for $16.99. Click Here to Buy This Star Wars: The Mandalorian Lunch Box If Star Wars and Minnie Mouse aren’t your jam, then you can’t go wrong with everyone’s favorite experiment. Take a look at this Stitch Lunch box! I mean just look at the pineapple on the side. ©shopDisney You can find this one on shopDisney as well for $16.99 Click Here to Buy This Stitch Lunch Box Now that we have covered the lunch box situation, it is now time to look at the Food Storage sets! We will start off with the Disney Princess Food Storage Set. LOVE the spoon fork combo ©shopDisney You can pick this royal food storage set up on shopDisney for $16.99. Click Here to Buy This Disney Princess Food Storage Set Next up, we have a set for all of our web-slingers out there! Here is the Spider-Man Food Storage Set. With great lunch comes great responsibility ©shopDisney You can swing into lunch with this new set from shopDisney for $16.99. Click Here to Buy This Spider-Man Food Storage Set Once lunch is over you may need a snack to hold you over until you get home. Don’t worry we got you! Check out this Mickey Mouse Silicone Snack Bag! Fun, Eat, Repeat! ©shopDisney You can grab this snack bag from shopDisney for $12.99. Click Here to Buy This Mickey Mouse Repeatables Silicone Snack Bag To round out our portion of back-to-school food items we have to show you some water bottles to keep hydrated through the day! Starting off, we have a Mandalorian water bottle to match the lunch box we mentioned previously! Channel your inner Grogu ©shopDisney You can find this Stainless Steel water bottle on shopDisney for $19.99 Click Here To Buy The Mandalorian Stainless Steel Water Bottle with Built-in Straw The other water bottle we found is sure to give you some serious summer vibes. Take a look at this Stitch stainless steel water bottle with built-in straw. Ohana means family ©shopDisney You can find this one also on shopDisney for $19.99. Click Here to Buy This Sitch Stainless Steel Water Bottle with Built-in Straw School Clothes The only way to go in on the first day of school is styling and profiling! Take a look at this Minnie Mouse striped polo shirt that is sure to be a head-turner. It will go perfect with the Rose Gold Lunch Tote ©shopDisney You can add this shirt to your collection from shopDisney for $19.99. Click Here to Buy This Minnie Mouse Striped Polo Shirt for Kids If Mickey Mouse is more your style we found a polo featuring him as well! M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E!©shopDisney You can get this one from shopDisney for $19.99. Click Here to Buy This Mickey Mouse Polo Shirt for Kids You may be saying to yourself, “I’m not a polo kind of person!” We figured you may say that so we also went out and found some pretty awesome t-shirts. Starting off we have an Elsa shirt that comes with some Scrunchies as well! The cold never bothered me anyway! ©Target You can pick up this awesome set at Target for $14.00! Click Here to Buy this Frozen Elsa Short Sleeve Graphic T-Shirt with Scrunchies It’s possible you may want to harness the power of thunder instead of ice. In that case, we also found this pretty cool Thor T-shirt as well. The God of Thunder! ©Target You can pick up this awesome shirt from Target for $12.00. Click Here to Buy this Marvel Thor T-Shirt You need to make sure you are prepared for the colder weather that is right around the corner. We went ahead and found some pretty amazing options for back-to-school hoodies. Starting off, we have a Disney Princess zip hoodie that is fit for royalty! Love the all over print ©shopDisney You can find this hoodie on shopDisney right now for $20.00. Click Here to Buy This Disney Princess Zip Hoodie The next hoodie is for all of our Mickey Mouse fans! That’s right take a look at this awesome Mickey Mouse zip hoodie for kids! Why can’t they have this in ADULT sizes ©shopDisney Pick this one up on shopDisney for $20.00 right now! Click Here to Buy This Mickey Mouse Zip Hoodie for Kids School Supplies Now it’s time to get down to the nitty-gritty. School is about learning and with learning you need supplies! We wanted to make sure every kid is prepared to learn, be prepared, and love their supplies all at the same time. Let’s start off by looking at this Beauty and the Beast Supply Kit! This set is enchanting! ©shopDisney Start school off right with this set from shopDisney for $12.00. Click Here To Buy The Beauty and the Beast Supply Kit Perhaps you would prefer to bring your favorite toys to school with you? Well now you can with this Toy Story Supply Kit! Don’t leave them in the toy box ©shopDisney Be sure to write your name on this set from shopDisney for $12.00 Click Here to Buy This Toy Story Supply Kit Once you have all of your supplies you are going to need to have a pencil case to store your items in! Take a look at this Disney Princess Pencil Case! It’s even shaped like a castle! ©shopDisney You can grab this one from shopDisney for $12.99! Click Here to Buy This Disney Princess Pencil Case If you aren’t feeling the princesses maybe Stitch will be a little bit better?! This one is pretty cool, the mouth opens as the pencil holder! The mouth opens for the pencils! ©shopDisney Hop on over to shopDisney to pick this one up for $12.99! Click Here to Buy this Stitch Pencil Case If you are looking for something a little more galactic then you may want to check out this Mandalorian Zip-Up Stationery Kit as a place to store all your items! The Force is Strong with this set! ©shopDisney If you want this one you will need to punch it into lightspeed and pick it up from shopDisney for $16.99. Click Here to Buy This Star Wars: The Mandalorian Zip-Up Stationery Kit Last, but certainly not least, we have these Marvel Spiral notebooks to ensure that you are taking notes like a superhero! Spidey Sense! ©shopDisney You can grab these from Amazon for $19.99 for a set of 6 or $5.99 for one. Click Here to Buy The Yoobi x Marvel Spiral Notebooks We hope this helps you get things in order during crunch time all while winning parent of the year for getting all the awesome Disney items! Stay tuned here to DFB for more back-to-school items! Summer Isn’t Over Yet! Click Here to Check Out All the New Food Items at Disney Springs! 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 was the most fun thing you did this Summer? Let us know in the comments below!The post 22 Disney Back-To-School Items Under ! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Calling all fans of Experiment 626, AKA Stitch! Stitch! There’s a NEW Stitch coming to the Stitch Crashes Disney collection soon, and Disney has announced the release date! We’ve been following the Stitch Crashes Disney collection for a while now, and there have been some interesting items, to say the least! We’ve seen Stitch crash into The Lion King, Pinnochio, Aladdin, and more! Coming up next, Stitch will crash into another Disney Princess movie — Sleeping Beauty! We’ve seen a first look at the Sleeping Beauty version, and now there’s finally a release date! ©shopDisney Stitch is planning to crash into Sleeping Beauty and appear online at shopDisney on August 6th at 7AM PT! You can get this adorably messy Stitch this Friday, the 6th! This Stitch is inspired by the birthday cake that the fairies make for Aurora, with chaotic pink and blue icing patterns and candles sticking out of his head! ©shopDisney We have seen Stitch Crashes Disney items in Disney World, so when we see Stitch Crashes Sleeping Beauty around the parks, we’ll let you know! Stitch Crashes Pinocchio Plush Keep following DFB for more news and updates on your favorite Disney collectibles! Click Here to See ALL the Movies That Stitch Will Crash Into! 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 Stitch Crashes movie has been your favorite of the collection so far? Let us know in the comments! The post Release Date Announced for Disney's Stitch Crashes Sleeping Beauty Collection! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The FastPass+ system at Disney World has not returned since the parks reopened in July of 2020, and there’s no word on when it will. FastPass+ FastPasses essentially let you book a time slot to skip most of the line on attractions. Disneyland Paris recently implemented a new system of paid FastPasses, called Disney Premier Access. This is different from Disney World, where FastPasses were free to guests with a park ticket. Now we have a look at the exact pricing for Disneyland Paris’ new FastPass system. The new Disney Premier Access program at Disneyland Paris allows guests to pay for Premier Access for each ride. You have to be inside the park to purchase (at Disney World you could book ahead of time), which is done through the Disneyland Paris App. You find the ride you want to buy access for, choose a time slot available, and purchase. ©Disney Only certain rides are available for Premier Access and each ride varies in price. We took a look at the prices in Disneyland Park to get an idea of what each ride costs. Keep in mind these prices are per guest, per attraction. ©Disney Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast and Peter Pan’s Flight are both €15, which is about $17.79 and Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain is €9, which is about $10.68. ©Disney Big Thunder Mountain is at €12, which is about $14.23 and Star Tours: The Adventure Continue and Autopia are both €8, which is about $9.49. ©Disney The other two rides that have Premiere Access are Ratatouille: The Adventure and The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror inside Walt Disney Studios Park, but they were currently unavailable at the time of writing. ©Disney After you purchase Premier Access for an attraction, you will go to the ride during the time slot you selected, present a QR code from the app, and be admitted to the fast lane for the attraction. You can buy up to 3 Disney Premier Access for each attraction per guest, per day, and up to 12 Disney Premier Access for one attraction and one-time slot at a time (depending on availability). There is a limited number of Premier Access passes. Disneyland Paris If you don’t want to pay for Premier Access, you can still wait in the regular standby line, but you will need to reserve a pass through the Disneyland Paris app first for physical distancing purposes. Those passes are free. Disneyland Paris Standby ©Disney As we wait to hear about FastPasses in Disney World again, we do wonder if they will change from being free to being an additional price. With paid FastPass system in multiple parks, it seems like a huge possibility. Stay tuned to DFB for updates! Click here to see how our readers feel about paid FastPass+ Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think about paying for FastPass+? Sound off in the comments! The post Would You Pay for ONE Disney FastPass?! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Disney legend Mary Blair is the mind behind the colorful, elaborate designs you’ll find in classic Disney films like Cinderella, Alice in Wonderland, and Peter Pan and attractions like her magnum opus, “it’s a small world.” Mary Blair ©D23 Disney’s latest collector item celebrates the legacy of this Disney legend and the 70th anniversary of one of the movies she had a major influence on, Alice in Wonderland! The new Alice in Wonderland by Mary Blair Limited Edition Doll is available for pre-order now on shopDisney for $129.99! The bold and colorful style of Mary Blair has a huge influence on the design of this collector’s item. ©Disney Mary Blair’s colorful, embellished style really comes out in Alice’s skirt, which has an elaborate floral design. Click here to pre-order the Alice in Wonderland by Mary Blair Limited Edition Doll A lot of people know that Mary Blair had a massive influence on “it’s a small world,” but did you know she’s also responsible for the classic mural in Disney’s Contemporary Resort? So if you love the legendary five-legged goat, thank Mary Blair! Next time you’re here, check it out! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news! Stay tuned here for more! Click here to read more about a new hat with a classic Disneyland plaque on it! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of the new Alice in Wonderland doll? Let us know in the comments! The post Pre-Order Disney's New Mary Blair-Inspired Doll Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Summer may be coming to an end in Disney World, but all the Fall fun will be kicking off so soon at the parks and resorts! Magic Kingdom We’ve brought you a look at all the best deals each month through January, February, March, April, May, June, and July. And, before you head to the BOO Bash or the start of other Fall festivities, you’ll want to take a look at August’s hotel and ticket offers! Save Big with 25% Off Your Summer Hotel Stay! We know you’re probably counting down the days until your next Disney World vacation. And, your trip can feel that much sweeter, since you can save up to 25% on rooms at Disney World hotels through the Fall! Guests who visit most nights from July 11th through September 29th, 2021 will be able to take advantage of this deal for stays over the course of 1 to 14 days. Summer fun at the pool! It’s important to note, though, there are a few exceptions to these savings as a limited number of rooms are available. The following resorts are excluded from the offer: 3-bedroom villas, Cabins at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, and The Little Mermaid Standard Room at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. These savings could fluctuate depending on when you actually visit, so keep that in mind as you book the dates of your vacation! Find out more details of the summer hotel discount here! U.S. Military Member Discounts Ticket Offers The savings also extend to various types of guests who will be heading to Disney World, too! And, U.S. Military Members can score savings on tickets and hotels when they visit through December! 4-day or 5-day Disney Military Promotional Tickets can be purchased for trips through December 17th, 2021 with Park Hopper options available. 4-day tickets with a Park Hopper are available for $296 plus tax, along with the Park Hopper Plus Option at $326 plus tax. 5-day tickets are $315 plus tax for the Park Hopper, while the Park Hopper Plus is $345 plus tax. Disney’s BoardWalk Military Members will want to keep in mind that guests are unable to buy more than 6 Disney Military Promotional Tickets. Eligible Service Members or spouses must be the ones to activate them by December 31st, 2021. A discount on the Memory Maker photo feature is also available for the discounted price of $98 through December 17, 2021, but no more than two of the Memory Makers can be purchased at this rate through December 31st. Find out the details of the Military Member offer here! Specially Priced Hotel Rates Along with the ticket offers, Military Members can also save on their hotel visits with discounted rates at select Disney Resort hotels. These savings are available for most nights through December 17th with more details on resort availability, booking options, dates of interest, and additional information available by calling (407) 939-7830. Lobby at Polynesian The hardest part is just choosing ONE resort! Take a look at the Military hotel discount here! Florida Resident Discounts Florida Residents, we’ve got quite the deal for you! As you cling to the last moments of your summer vacation, you can take advantage of multiple days in the parks at a discount. The Florida Resident Summer Fun Ticket has returned again, where guests can use their tickets on consecutive OR nonconsecutive days through September 2021. ©Disney Prices range from a 2-Day Summer Fun Ticket for $75 per day ($149 total), a 3-Day Summer Fun Ticket for $62 per day ($185 total), or a 4-Day Summer Fun Ticket for $54 per day ($215 total) to Park Hopper options for an additional $35 as well. Access to the water park and sports venues are available for another $30 per ticket, along with Park Hopper Plus for $50 per ticket. Guests will need to provide proof of residency to purchase the Florida Resident Summer Fun Tickets. Here’s what you need to know about the Florida Resident tickets! Annual Passholder AND Florida Resident Discounts Walt Disney World Summer Hotel Rates Last, but certainly not least on our list of savings, both Annual Passholders and Florida Residents can have discounted stays at four Disney Resorts this summer! Fun, right? Now that bookings are open through September 4th, guests can visit Disney World from August 8th through September 4th with discounted stays. Disney’s Pop Century Resort The available savings include: A Standard Room at Disney’s Pop Century Resort for $149+ per night A King Bed Room at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort for $249+ per night A Family Suite at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort for $349+ per night Or, an Outer Building – Garden View Room at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa for $449+ per night. Art of Animation Pool Sounds like a blast to us! Here’s what you need to know about the summer hotel savings! As you get ready to use the August 2021 savings, you can also keep up with us for even MORE hotel and ticket deals and discounts available throughout the year! Stay tuned with DFB for the latest Disney entertainment and news! August 2nd is around the corner… and you’ll NEED to know why this date is important for Disney World’s 50th anniversary! 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Dining and snacking in Disney World is almost as fun as the rides themselves! But just like the attractions, when it comes to restaurants, there are rules, guidelines, and even tricks and hacks to get the BEST experience. Cinderella’s Royal Table Some rules and tips for Disney World restaurants are obvious (e.g. make reservations waaaaay in advance for Cinderella’s Royal Table!), but we’ve got LOTS of other insider secrets to help you level up your next Disney dining experience! Whether you’re looking for an interactive Character Meal, a bar seat at an in-demand restaurant, or a meat-free snack on the go, we’ve got you COVERED with some secret hacks to work within the rules of Disney World! Let’s dig in! Know Which Tables to Request Let’s face it, not all tables in the dining room are created equal. Depending on the restaurant, each table can provide a different experience. If you’re hoping to get a good view of the fireworks at a spot like ‘Ohana, you could be disappointed to find yourself tucked away far away from the windows. Or maybe you want a table with a TV at a spot like 50’s Prime Time Cafe! Knowing ahead of time the must-get tables and tips can mean the difference between a ho-hum meal and a meal of a lifetime! We have lots more ideas in our DFB Guide, so definitely check it out! Atmosphere Here are the rules and tips to follow for getting your desired table! When you check-in at the host/hostess stand for your reservation, make sure you arrive at least 30 minutes early and let them know of your table preference so the Cast Member can help make those accommodations. (Sorry, but if you have special requests, YOU want to come prepared to wait for them to be filled — don’t expect they can always accommodate requests right away!) Fireworks view from Cinderella’s Royal Table Be as specific as possible. If you want to see fireworks during dinner, make sure you ask for a “fireworks view.” Many tables may be outside or near a window but may not offer that view you’re hoping for. Keep in mind that Cast Members try to honor these requests, but they cannot be guaranteed, so arrive early to help them have time to make magic for you! If you’re eating at 50’s Prime Time Cafe, ask for a TV table! Look up restaurants beforehand so you know the various rooms or table types you’ll encounter. Prefer a cozy booth at The Hollywood Brown Derby in Hollywood Studios? Or maybe a table closest to the performers on stage at Biergarten in EPCOT? ASK! You’re on vacation! Live your best life and don’t be afraid to ask for your preferred seating option. Read about our latest experience at 50’s Prime Time Cafe Adults CAN Order off the Kids’ Menu Sometimes all you want is a little nosh, rather than a full-blown feast. After all, Disney isn’t exactly known for dainty portions! The menu may say “kids meal” or for “ages 9 and under,” but ANYONE can order from this selection. Solid kid’s meal from Regal Eagle in EPCOT If you want a lighter portion, adults can usually order off the kids’ menu at most restaurants. It says “Ages 9 and under” but….. Though WDW restaurants allow adults to order from the kids’ menu, some restaurants have different interpretations of how it’s executed. At some restaurants, adults will receive a larger portion of kids’ food for a higher price. Experiences vary at different restaurants and with different Cast Members, so always be sure to ask! If you’re planning to use the Disney Dining Plan (when it returns) keep in mind that whether ordering from the adult or kids menu, it’ll still cost you the full dining plan credit. But still, it’s something! And sometimes, kids’ food looks delicious tbh. How to find the most nutritious kids meals at Disney Not All Mickey Meals Are Created Equal Everyone LOVES a good old-fashioned Character Meal! Disney has found a way to reintroduce some of our favorite character meals, even if they have been adjusted a bit for health and safety reasons for the time being. But did you know that not all Character Meals are created equally? If you want to score some quality time with the Big Cheese, himself, the automatic impulse is to book a meal at Chef Mickey’s in Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Chef Mickey’s But here’s a little trick of the trade: if you’re after some face time with the Main Mouse, you’re more likely to get interactions with him at Garden Grill in EPCOT, over Chef Mickey’s. Garden Grill is a smaller restaurant, so with fewer families and tables to visit, he’ll stop by your table more frequently and sometimes for longer! The character lineup for each restaurant is a little different, so definitely do your research before committing — but if it’s Mickey you’re after, Garden Grill is our top pick (plus the food is really good too!). Mickey and Pluto at Garden Grill! Disney is still in the process of phasing back Character Dining but there are still lots of great options to have a (still somewhat distanced) meal with your favorite characters. Is Cinderella’s Royal Table still worth it? Click here! Dining with Special Diets Going meat-free? No prob! Even when some of the plant-based menu options seem a little zany (umm vegan “lobster” rolls? Don’t knock it til you try it!), Disney World at least TRIES to rise to the vegetarian occasion! Toasted “Lobster” Roll No matter what you’re craving, be it a quick snack or a full-fledged feast, EVERY Disney World dining location — including snack kiosks — has at LEAST one plant-based option. Don’t see what you need? Ask a Cast Member or server for their allergy menu information — every location has one! Not seeing anything that strikes up your fancy? Simply ask to speak with the chef. You’d be amazed at how accommodating Disney World chefs can be! No matter your dietary needs, Disney will have something for everyone. Learn more about Disney dining on a special diet here! Prepare for Menu Changes We all have our tried and true Disney restaurant obsessions that we order EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. Seriously, if Disney ever removed fish & chips from Rose & Crown or Yorkshire County Fish Shop, we’ll feel personally attacked. But sometimes we’re craving something new! Fish & Chips If you’re looking for a brand new menu experience, MOST Disney restaurants update their menus at some point throughout the year, at least a little bit. We often see this change in the Fall and Springtime. Signature restaurants, though, have more freedom with food purchasing, menu development, and seasonal availability. Citrico’s Smoked Duck Places like Yachtsman Steakhouse, Tiffins, and Le Cellier could change their menus MUCH more often, sometimes as often as weekly or even daily! If you’re going to drop some substantial coin on a memorable meal, make sure you check the menu on the Disney website before your trip to avoid disappointment. Menu staples likely won’t change (if it’s a steakhouse, we’re pretty confident it’ll still have steak on the menu ), but some of the seasonal side dishes may vary. Read about some of the most recent menu changes we saw! Find the Unseen Discount: Non-Disney Owned Restaurants Have Their Own Rewards! Surprise! This might come as a shock to some, but a lot of restaurants in Disney World are actually run by independent companies! Yak & Yeti This is especially true (and much more obvious) at Disney Springs, where virtually all of the restaurants are from outside chefs and restaurant groups, but this is also true in the parks! Yak & Yeti in Animal Kingdom and La Cava del Tequila in EPCOT (actually, ALL the restaurants in Mexico, Italy, France, and more!) are prime examples of places that are neither owned nor run by Disney — they just have killer real estate! La Cava del Tequila in the Mexico Pavilion at EPCOT! Why should this matter to you? Because some of these restaurants have membership rewards that can make dining in WDW easier (or even cheaper) for you! Earl of Sandwich in Disney Springs has a membership program where you can receive discounts and promotions. And if you’re a Landry’s Select Club member, you can receive priority seating and other perks at their participating restaurants like Yak & Yeti and T-Rex Cafe. Earl of Sandwich Our hack for making the most of this is to ask your server when you receive your bill if there are any affiliate discounts available. Then you make sure you’re using your membership to its full advantage! Click here to learn about our most recent visit to Earl of Sandwich Don’t Dawdle in High-Demand Restaurants (But Don’t Be Rushed Either!) This rule is just common courtesy, really. Some restaurants in Disney World are HOT tickets, and reservations and tables are incredibly hard to come by. So if you’re lucky enough to snag a table, don’t linger forever! Grand Ballroom Basically, just be mindful of how much time you’re taking at in-demand restaurants. Don’t feel like you need to rush through your meal at Be Our Guest, of course, but don’t twiddle your thumbs for three hours at Sci-Fi Dine-In Restaurant, either, potentially preventing others from experiencing the restaurant. Sci-Fi Dine-In On the flip side of this, at some of the popular restaurants (like Cinderella’s Royal Table), you might feel like your service is being rushed. In these cases, it can be perfectly acceptable to go at your own (reasonable) pace and not let your server shove you in and out in minutes! Definitely take the time to savor the experience you’re paying for — don’t feel rushed, but be mindful of others and don’t linger unnecessarily. Le Cellier is a hard ressie to get because it’s SO popular and the dining room is SO small. What’s our hack for avoiding the rush and lingering in these popular establishments? Try to eat at off-times. This way, there won’t be quite the crowd lined up ready for your table right after you and you can enjoy the meal and ambiance a bit more leisurely. Click here for 3 Huge Tips for Snagging Hard-to-Get Reservations You Don’t Have to Settle For Paper Straws! Conservation is the name of the game at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park and Animal Kingdome Lodge. Disney won’t permit balloons into Animal Kingdom for the safety of the animals. And at both the Animal Kingdom Park and Lodge, you won’t find any single-use plastic straws (actually, you’ll be somewhat hard-pressed to find these at all in Disney World!), and you can’t bring them with you from another park, either. Disney even goes so far as to list them on the prohibited items list. Animal Kingdom Lodge Why? Because Animal Kingdom is legit! That means wild animals are all over, and in order to protect them from potentially ingesting something harmful, Disney prohibits the use of plastic straws (and balloons) on-site. But, like we said, this isn’t really just Animal Kingdom anymore. While SOME locations offer agave or other plant-based straws that look and feel more like plastic, most spots all around Disney World are rocking paper straws. Prepare to Chew on Wet Paper While You Drink! Does that mean that you have to sip your smoothie sans straw? Not necessarily! If the paper straws turn to mush on you a bit too quickly, bring your own reusable straw! Or, for that unique souvenir, you can purchase a reusable straw at Disney World to use there and bring home with you. Reusable straws for purchase at Animal Kingdom Because conservation doesn’t have to happen only while you’re on vacation. Find out if reusable silverware is worth it in the Parks Keep to the Code — the Dress Code, That Is. Obviously, restaurants in the parks are as casual as you come (with a few notable exceptions). No need to bring an outfit change for The Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen! But outside the parks, in some of the Disney resorts, it’s a different story. Citricos Some of the snazzier restaurants actually have a business casual dress code (leave the tie-dye and tank tops in the room), to maintain an ambiance that matches the higher-end environment. These restaurants include Jiko, Flying Fish, California Grill, Citricos, Narcoossee’s, and Yachtsman Steakhouse. Then of course there’s Victoria & Albert’s, which is on a whole ‘NOTHER level (i.e. bring your NICEST attire!). No t-shirts or flip flops in Yachtsman Steakhouse Even in the parks, when open, you’ll find a few spots like this. Spots like Monsieur Paul and Takumi Tei in EPCOT both maintain a dress code as well. If you’re set on dining at these spots, you’ll want to dress accordingly or make plans to head back to the room to change beforehand. Wanna Eat in the Takumi Tei Water Room? Better Dress Up a Bit! No real hack for this rule, but just be sure to know before you go. Look up each restaurant you’re planning to visit and make sure you know of any dress codes that may apply. Bonus tip: if you’re staying on property, try to arrange these meals near your hotel so you can pop into your room and change quickly before your meal or bring a change of clothes with you! If this tip doesn’t vibe with you, keep reading our next hack below. Check out our latest experience at the newly reopen Citricos! Try the Lounge Area at Popular Restaurants Lifehack: when you’re having an impossible time landing a ressie at one of Disney World’s more in-demand restaurants, try the lounge! Nomad Lounge For buzzy restaurants like Citricos, California Grill, and Tiffins, there are casual lounge options that don’t take reservations and offer similar menus! So if you’re just dying to get your hands on that Tiffins Bread Service, try your luck at Nomad Lounge next door. Disney is a family destination, so even though it might be called a “lounge” it will definitely still be relatively kid-friendly! Crew’s Cup Lounge, next to Yachtsman in Yacht Club Resort, has Prime Rib Sliders that we LOVE! So, next time you miss out on that coveted reservation, consider the nearby lounge as an option — sometimes, we prefer it! Here’s why we LOVE Crew’s Cup Lounge Booze in Moderation In general, boozy options are seemingly EVERYWHERE in Disney World! From the fun margaritas, spiked Dole Whips, to beer flights, we’re definitely not complaining! Beer Flight But it’s important not to get TOO wild! This is especially good advice for when Drinking Around the World. Take your time, drink LOTS of water, and make sure you’re eating enough to balance out that Pina Colada. And balance your beverages with a snack here and there! Sangria Flight & Mexican Street Corn Dip – moderation at its finest! It’s your vacation! You’ve saved for it, you’ve planned for it, and we don’t want you to miss a thing or feel crummy, so grab a treat and a sip some water while you enjoy your festive vacation beverage! Just do so responsibly! How did we like the new dining option at Coronado Springs? Bring Cashless Forms of Payment Let’s face it, we’re living in a digital world. Partly employed as a safety precaution during the pandemic, Disney World restaurants largely enforce cashless or contactless forms of payment. This means credit cards, gift cards, MagicBands, or any form of digital payment on your phone. Sunshine Churros So the next time you bring a wad of cash to Victoria & Albert’s (when open), you might want to rethink it. Queen Victoria Room at Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort It never hurts to have a few bucks on hand for tipping or those cheaper treats, but with so many Disney vendors prioritizing cashless payments, you’ll soon be able to leave your cash in the bank and just travel with plastic. Extra tip — pack a backup form of payment. You never know what will happen! Also — don’t forget that ID! Learn more about our money-saving tips! Bonus: The Secret Behind the Craisins (…and other little snack insights)! Have you ever wandered around Disney World and thought to yourself, “why are Craisins everywhere?” You’re not alone! And we’ve got a little secret for you… Craisins in Harambe Fruit Market …as such a HUGE buyer, Disney has lots of strategic alliances with different food brands. It makes sense since these brands get such a global platform and Disney can presumably bring costs down. But this is the reason why during any given summer, you’ll spot a surplus of seemingly random brand ingredients, like Craisins or Cuties, in seemingly EVERYTHING. Coca-Cola Store There are also some foods you may NOT find due to these brand alliances. This can include things like Pepsi products. Since Disney is a Coca-Cola vendor, you won’t find your favorite Pepsi drinks here. You may also have a hard time finding the brand name General Mills and the likes of Cheerios or Pepperidge Farm Goldfish crackers (though you’ll likely see some substitute snacks around the parks). Disney’s answer to the Goldfish snack If these are your favorites, or your little one won’t be fooled by Disney knockoffs, then our little hack for you is to bring some from home or pick up some from a local store, if you have your own car or take a rideshare. Well, there you have it! The next time you visit Disney World, keep these insider tips and hacks in mind to ensure you’re making the MOST of your reservations, your budgets, and your cravings at Disney restaurants! FIRST LOOK at the NEW Citricos Menu 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 is YOUR secret rule at Disney World restaurants? Let us know in the comments! The post The Unspoken Rules of Eating in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We love finding deals for you on all things Disney! 25% off glassware From hotel discounts to Amazon sales to dining deals, there are so many ways to save on everything magical. We also love saving on merchandise, and you know what’s better than discounted Disney merchandise? FREE Disney merchandise! From now until August 31st, you can win magical prizes EVERY DAY on shopDisney! ©Disney The Unlock the Magic Giveaway gives you a chance to win every single day — just follow the link on shopDisney, enter your email, and you’ll be instructed to drag a key to the lock to see if you’re an instant winner. ©Disney Make sure you turn your sound on for the full experience! This is what it looks like after you’ve put the key in the lock: ©Disney Even if you don’t win instantly, you can download a digital poster thanks to Disney+, which is eligible for all players participating. For example, we got a free download of a Monsters at Work poster! ©Disney+ Make sure to enter every day, because the link changes daily, so you have to enter your info each time to try and get a new prize. There are also new prizes each week, so make sure you check back! ©Disney Aren’t you so excited to try and win something every day for the whole month?! We know we are! Stay tuned to DFB for more info on Disney deals and giveaways. Click here to see the NEW Halloween accessories on shopDisney! 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 hope to win in the giveaway? Let us know in the comments! The post You Can Win FREE Disney Items Every Day This Month! Here's HOW! 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. New Disney deals are popping up every day! With so many steals and deals, it can be hard to keep track. But never fear! That’s why we’re here! So many things to choose from! Today, we rounded up some of the latest Disney deals on Amazon! First up on our list is the Classic Disney Mickey Waffle Maker, available for $29.60. Although these Mickey waffles aren’t quite the same as the ones we enjoy at the Disney parks, it’s still nice to have a piece of the magic at home! Disney DCM-1 Classic Mickey Waffle Maker, Brushed Stainless Steel. ©Amazon This waffle iron is available in either a Mickey or Minnie version and is currently 26% off! Click here to shop the Classic Mickey Waffle Maker Next is the four-pack of Disney Washable Face Masks, available for $5 or $6 depending on size. Either way, these masks are nearly 40% off! The masks come with your choice of Mickey, Star Wars, Marvel, or Frozen designs. Amazon Essentials Disney, Star Wars, Marvel, Frozen, Washable Face Masks. ©Amazon These masks will really come in handy, especially since masks are once again required in both Disney World and Disneyland. Also, Disney just raised the prices on their masks in the parks and online, so grab them on Amazon at a discount. Click here to shop the Disney Washable Face Masks! For the Squishmallow lovers out there, you’re in luck! Right now Disney Characters Squishmallows are on sale — each one is at a different price but range from 15% off to 65% off! Disney Characters Squishmallows ©Amazon A lot of these squishy guys have sold out in certain sizes, but there are characters like Dumbo, Donald Duck, Mickey, Sulley, and more! Click here to shop the Disney Characters Squishmallows! With back to school only weeks away, it’s time to gear up! The Simple Modern Kids’ Fletcher Backpack comes in all sorts of Disney-themed designs and is on sale for $29.99 (that’s about 15% off!). Styles include designs based on Mickey, Moana, and Monsters Inc. Simple Modern Kids’ Fletcher Backpack. ©Amazon There are also matching lunchboxes and water bottles to go with the set. With these backpacks, your kids will be so stylish on their first day of school! Click to shop the Simple Modern Kids’ Fletcher Backpack! During the lockdowns, a lot of families brought an old tradition: game night! Keep the good times rolling with Pictopia: Disney Edition, available for $18.92! Pictopia-Family Trivia Game: Disney Edition. ©Amazon This Disney trivia game will test your knowledge and see who the true Disney expert in your family is! Click to shop Pictopia: Disney Edition! If board games aren’t your jam, how about a puzzle? The Disney Dreams Collection 4 in 1 Multipack features iconic Disney art by Thomas Kinkade and is available for $13.40! 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