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MSC Cruises joined the companies making their Florida debut with the sailing of MSC Meraviglia from Miami on Monday. View the full article MSC Cruises makes 1st sailing from Florida; Port Canaveral debut on tap By RICHARD TRIBOU ORLANDO SENTINEL | AUG 03, 2021 AT 5:30 AM MSC Meraviglia in Miami MSC Meraviglia, the 7th largest cruise ship in the world, makes its Miami debut on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019. (MSC Cruises) MSC Cruises joined the companies making their Florida debut with the sailing of MSC Meraviglia from Miami on Monday. The massive ship marks the company’s first North American sailing in nearly 18 months although it has been one of the first cruise lines to venture back into waters internationally when it sailed in Europe in late 2020. MSC follows Celebrity Cruises, Royal Caribbean and Carnival, who all have at least one ship sailing with paying customers from either Port Everglades, Port Canaveral or PortMiami. Both Disney Cruise Line and Norwegian Cruise Line plan their first Florida sailings later this month. Holland America plans to be back in October with Princess Cruises in November. MSC plans to continue its presence stateside when MSC Divina makes its first sailing from Port Canaveral in September. That will mark the first time the line has made Port Canaveral a home port for one of its ships. Most of its business has been out of Miami, and that’s where the line got back to business sailing the 171,598-gross-ton, 4,500-passenger Meraviglia. For now the ship will take on short three- and four-night Bahamas voyages with stops at the line’s private island Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve. The line plans to switch Meraviglia to seven-night eastern and western Caribbean itineraries on Sept. 18. MSC Divina’s first Port Canaveral sailing will be Sept. 16, and it will switch among three-, four- and seven-night itineraries to the The cruise line also plans on debuting new ship MSC Seashore from Miami this November when MSC Meraviglia migrates to Port Canaveral. The company’s plans are to have more than half of its fleet back at sea by the end of the summer Meraviglia is among the largest cruise ships in the world. Port Canaveral already handles the world’s largest cruise ships, the Oasis-class ships of Royal Caribbean and the new Mardi Gras from Carnival. Meraviglia, which means “wonder” in Italian, debuted in 2017, and has among unique offerings a 450-person venue for original Cirque du Soleil shows. Other highlights include 12 distinct dining venues, including two options from Michelin-star recipient Spanish Chef Ramón Freixa, French chocolates and pastries from Chef Jean Philippe Maury plus sushi, teppanyaki and steakhouse among others. Divina was the first ship MSC based in North America for year-round sailing back in 2014, and has sailed out of Miami several seasons since. Richard Tribou Orlando Sentinel

Technology can be your best friend while trying to navigate the Disney World theme parks. Mobile order to avoid long lines! The My Disney Experience app lets you check out wait times, see ride closures, see showtimes, make dining reservations, and mobile order! And while the app does have a map of the parks, sometimes you just need a paper map in your hands! There’s good news for those of you who love having an actual map, because the map of Magic Kingdom has just been updated! The map features a brand new cover that is bringing us so much joy!! New map! There is still a COVID-19 warning on the back as well as health and safety reminders. New map! Then, there’s helpful info like how to use My Disney Experience as well as Park Rules and where to find Guest Relations. New map! It also looks a bit different inside! We see that a lot more locations have been added to the map! There must be something there that wasn’t there before… Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor is now listed as “returning in August 2021” under Tomorrowland attractions. The comedy show is scheduled to return on August 8th! The Lunching Pad and Cool Ship have been added back to the map, and Tomorrowland Terrace now says it’s “open seasonally” which is probably because they were serving food from the closed Columbia Harbour House, which is scheduled to reopen on August 5th. Tomorrowland You can see Columbia Harbour House is back under the Liberty Square Section, and so is The Diamond Horseshoe, which is interesting because it’s still closed. Over in Frontierland, Golden Oak Outpost and Westward Ho are on the map again. Frontierland and Liberty Square In Adventureland the Springroll Snack Cart is listed as well as Tortuga Tavern (which is still closed right now). On Main Street, U.S.A., Casey’s Corner, The Crystal Palace, and Plaza Ice Cream Parlor have all been added back to the list, however the Chapeau as well as Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom are gone. Main Street U.S.A. and Adventureland In Fantasyland we’ve seen the addition of Cinderella’s Royal Table, Gaston’s Tavern, Prince Eric’s Village Market, Cheshire Cafe, and The Friar’s Nook! Fantasyland Overall, there’s much more happening on this new map! New Map Could the closed restaurants on the map mean they’re reopening soon? We’ll keep an eye out and let you know, so stay tuned for updates! Click here to see What’s NEW in Magic Kingdom! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you like using the map on your phone or the paper map better when you’re in Disney World? Let us know and tell us why! The post PHOTOS: Magic Kingdom Has a NEW Park Map With LOTS of Updates! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Here at the DFB, we love helping you save money, because, let’s face it, Disney World can be expensive. Yak & Yeti Now, we’ve got a new tip to pass along to our Costco members that will help save money at some Disney World restaurants! If you aren’t familiar, Landry’s owns and operates restaurants like Yak & Yeti, T-Rex, and Rainforest Cafe in Walt Disney World. T-Rex Currently, Costco is selling $100 Landry’s gift cards (two at $50 each) for only $79.99! ©Costco If you aren’t a Costco member, you can still buy Disney gift cards with a Target RedCard for 5% off the amount of your gift card. Gift Card When it starts to feel like things in Disney are getting more expensive, little ways to save money here and there can make a big difference! If you’re interested in more money-saving tips, stay tuned. We’re always looking for ways to help you improve your Disney vacation! Check out a MAJOR dining deal returning to select Disney World restaurants! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite Disney money-saving tip? Let us know in the comments! The post Costco Members -- You Can Save BIG At Select Disney Restaurants first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We love unique Disney items like collectible keys. ©Disney Collectible keys are for the Disney fans who love a pop of Disney in their life. In 2021 we’ve seen the releases of fireworks keys, a Stitch key, and a Marvel key set, among many more! Disney just announced the collectible keys being released for the rest of 2021 and we can’t WAIT! Let’s go over all of them! Now on shopDisney, you can see a huge list of upcoming collectible key collections, past, present, and future! Some of these may be pins or include key pins, and we will keep you updated as we learn more. The Alice in Wonderland key collection celebrates the 70th anniversary of the animated film. ©shopDisney The Alice key collection also includes a pin and has the Cheshire Cat on one side of the key along with Alice among colorful flowers. It will be available on shopDisney on August 16th. Learn more about the Alice in Wonderland key here! We also saw a Haunted Mansion key, which will be released on shopDisney on August 16th. ©shopDisney The Haunted Mansion key collection features the purple Haunted Mansion wallpaper print and Madame Leota. Read more about the Haunted Mansion collectible key here! We also saw a Hocus Pocus collectible key set including the three Sanderson sisters and Binx! ©shopDisney There are SIX new The Nightmare Before Christmas collectible blind key pins coming soon, featuring characters such as Jack Skellington, Sally, Oogie Boogie, the Mayor of Halloweentown… ©shopDisney …and Lock, Shock, and Barrel and even a mystery key! ©shopDisney The Nightmare blind key pins will be released on shopDisney on September 6th! Read more about The Nightmare Before Christmas blind key pins here! We also found a 2021 Mickey Christmas key ornament… ©shopDisney …and Disney has listed a total mystery key with seemingly no connection to any of the announced collections, so we get to guess what it might be! ©shopDisney And that’s everything we know about the 2021 Disney collectible keys. Keep checking with DFB as we get release dates and more information! Get a sneak peek at Disney World’s 50th-anniversary merchandise here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you collect Disney keys? Tell us in the comments! The post ALL the Disney Collectible Keys Announced for the Rest of the Year! 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 Springs! Disney Springs And, we’ve got plenty of updates to share with you! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive right on in! Disney Springs Food Update Gideon’s Bakehouse It’s that time of the month again where a brand NEW monthly flavor heads to Gideon’s Bakehouse! And, August is welcoming “The Rocky Road” with dark chocolate, candied almond, and toasted marshmallow. (Who else here is drooling just thinking about it?) August Cookies The triple chocolate cookie is almost half a pound, making it an indulgence for yourself or a shareable treat for only $6! Yum yum! Gideon’s Bakehouse is also offering a morning-exclusive cookie and an evening-exclusive cookie. As you get ready to explore the shopping and dining district at the start of the day, you can snack on the Coffee Cake Cookie. Or, in the evening, you can snag the Dark Coffee Cake Cookie at sunset until it sells out! Read our review of the new Rocky Road Cookie here! Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar Now that Jungle Cruise has debuted in theaters, Disney is going all out with its celebrations! And, Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar is offering multiple snacks and drinks for the occasion! You can try the “Everyone DUCK!” Flatbread with Duck Confit, Goat Cheese, Roasted Red Pepper Coulis, and Kalamata Olives for $9… “Everyone DUCK!” Flatbread …or the “Forbidden Eye’ Brazilian-style Skins that are Potato Skins with Smoked Sausage, Couve, Sweet Potato, Four-Cheese Blend, and Quail Egg for $12. “Forbidden Eye’ Brazilian-style Skins On the boozy beverage side of the menu, there are three new drinks at Jock Lindsey’s! The Feeding Frenzy is mixed with Herradura Blanco Tequila, Malibu Coconut Rum, Bols Blue Curaçao, Sweet-and-Sour, and Pineapple Juice topped with Candy Fish, Pineapple Salsa, and Grenadine for $15… Huallaga Hibiscus …the Huallaga Hibiscus with Tito’s Handmade Vodka, St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Lime Juice, Pure Cane Sugar, Mint, Soda Water, and Hibiscus for $15… Feeding Frenzy …and the Sleeping Zebra swirled up with Baileys Irish Cream, RumChata Liqueur, Stoli Vanil Vodka, and Half & Half finished with Chocolate Sauce for $13! Sleeping Zebra And, they were AMAZING limited time additions to the menu that we would definitely go back to have again! Take a look at our thoughts on the new Jungle Cruise offerings! The Ganachery Looking for more adventure? Then, you’ll want to also make your way over to The Ganachery for the NEW Jungle Cruise inspired chocolate piñata! Jungle Cruise Piñata The Adventurers’ Piñata is a chocolate sphere with marshmallows on the inside… Adventurers’ Piñata …topped with gorgeous details like handcrafted leaves… Look at That Detail! …and even a snake peeking out at everyone for $28! Hello There, Snake! Disney Springs Merchandise Update Rustic Cuff It’s been a pretty long journey for the Rustic Cuff as it has existed as a pop-up kiosk, storefront that was replaced by Gideon’s Bakehouse, kiosk once again, and then another new storefront! But, now the Rustic Cuff has settled in the Town Center between francesca’s and L’Occitane en Provence and opened to guests! New Rustic Cuff location The inside of the store has a wide array of cuffs, bracelets, necklaces, and other accessories… So much shopping to do, so little time. …that either can be signature pieces or bold statements for a night out! Cuffs The colorful environment is also cozy with couches and chairs for everyone to kick back and relax, as well as a customization area for guests to personalize their jewelry. Lots of space We have to say that the Rustic Cuff’s new home is beautiful, and we can’t wait to continue exploring everything it has to offer! Check out the details of the Rustic Cuff here! Basin After you grab new jewelry, you can even get some new skincare to match! Over at Basin, there’s the sweet Mickey & Friends Lip Balm collection that comes in 6 flavors! Basin’s Disney Lip Balms You can take home the Mickey Lip Balm in Classic Cherry… Mickey Cherry …Minnie Lip Balm in Sweet Mint… Minnie Mint …Daisy Lip Balm in Peppy Peppermint… Daisy Peppermint …Donald Lip Balm in Tangy Lemon… Donald Lemon …Pluto Lip Balm in True Vanilla… Vanilla Pluto …and Goofy Lip Balm in Happy Citrus! Goofy Citrus And, the best part is that each of these lip balms is only $4.99 each! So, you can mix and match with whatever flavor you’re feeling for the day! Read all the details about the new Mickey & Friends Lip Balms! Wine Bar George Star Wars fans, listen up! Corkcicle debuted an amazing Star Wars collaboration last year online, and now it’s made its way to The Basket at Wine Bar George in Disney Springs. SO COOL! The Star Wars X Corkcicle stemless wine cups come in the Stormtrooper… TK-421 …C-3PO… Goodness! …and Darth Vader designs! *Cue Imperial March music* You can pick each of the cups for $36, along with a complimentary frozen beverage to go along with it! And, if you bring the Star Wars Corkcicles back to The Basket, you can snag $2 off refills! Take a look at the Star Wars Corkcicles here! Ever After We know it’s hard to resist taking home a new Disney-themed bag! And, the latest collaboration between Coach x Disney is going to make it that much harder because they are SO CUTE! Disney X Coach Bags Perfect for the summer, the colorful Mickey and Minnie collection from Coach features bright watermelon and mustard colors to complement your wardrobe! You can take home the pouch for $83. Mickey and Minnie Watermelon Pouch These feature Mickey and Minnie together or Mickey chilling alone. Mickey and Minnie Mustard Pouch …coin purse for $95. Mickey and Minnie Watermelon Coin Purse These will easily fit into your park bag. Mickey and Minnie Mustard Coin Purse There’s also a tote for $650. Mickey and Minnie Watermelon Tote You can bring these with you around the parks or your hometown! Mickey and Minnie Mustard Tote You can also find a crossbody… Mickey and Minnie Watermelon Crossbody …fanny pack… Mickey and Minnie Mustard Fanny Pack …and backpack as well. Mickey and Minnie Watermelon Backpack These come in both watermelon and mustard colors! Mickey and Minnie Mustard Backpack If you love Disney as much as we do, we know you consider yourself a Mouseketeer! And, that’s why the Mouseketeer collection is perfect for you with a crossbody for $195… Mouseketeer Crossbody …and tote for $695. Mouseketeer Tote LEGO Store If you want to bring some Disney magic into your home, you can build LEGO sets inspired by your favorite characters during your next family game night! LEGO has the Brick Headz series with the Duck Family (lookin’ good, guys)… The Duck Family Brick Headz Legos …Donald Duck… Donald Brick Headz Legos …Daisy Duck… Daisy Brick Headz Legos …and Goofy and Pluto. Goofy and Pluto Brick Headz Legos There are even the Brick Sketches, where you can build your own portraits inspired by Mickey, Minnie… Mickey and Minnie Brick Sketches Legos …a Stormtrooper, and BB-8! Star Wars Brick Sketches Legos Disney Springs Construction Update Health and Safety Signs Now that Disney World has reinstated the policy that masks are required indoors once again, Disney Springs has put its signs back up to remind guests of the established health and safety measures. They are located in the parking lot prior to entrance into Disney Springs, so guests can make sure they have them handy. Parking Lot Mask Sign They can also be found throughout the entirety of the shopping district. We spotted them in front of spots like the World of Disney… World of Disney Mask Sign …Ghirardelli… Ghirardelli Mask Sign …Disneystyle… Disneystyle Mask Sign …and even on storefront windows. Storefront Mask Sign We’ll be sure to keep you updated on more news on the changing health and safety measures in Disney World soon! The biggest Disney news you need to know from this week! Disney Springs Entertainment Update Disney PhotoPass Studio After speaking with a PhotoPass Cast Member, we were told that guests do have to wear masks again when they are inside the Disney Springs location. So, you’ll want to keep this measure in mind before taking photos in the portrait studios or with the green screen, as masks will be required in the pictures taken inside the Disney PhotoPass Studio! Disney PhotoPass Studio AMC Movie Theater Now that a new movie has debuted in theaters, Jungle Cruise has taken over the themed decorations outside of the AMC Movie Theater. Signs for the film are located all around the front entrance. Jungle Cruise Decorations The red carpet is decked out for your journey to the “backside of water.” Jungle Cruise Decorations Along the map-themed carpet, you can find the Jungle Cruise logo. Jungle Cruise Carpet There’s also a compass to help guide you on your expedition to the snack stand! Jungle Cruise Carpet Photo-ops are also placed outside of the theater with the Jungle Cruise logo. Jungle Cruise Photo-Op And guests have the ability to hop on the La Quila boat with Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt in tow! Jungle Cruise Photo-Op Well, that’s all for this What’s New at Disney Springs! 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 at Disney Springs the most? Let us know in the comments below! The post What's New in Disney Springs: Duck Flatbread, a Rocky Road Cookie, and More! 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. Calling all Disney World pin collectors! D23’s newest pin set will have you reminiscing about Magic Kingdom rides of the past. Want to head back to the Magic Kingdom of the past? Then get your hands on the newest D23 pin set! That’s because the newest, limited edition D23 2021 collectible pins were recently announced — and the set features characters from some of the earliest rides at Magic Kingdom. The pin set, which is titled, “A Most Magical Kingdom” includes some cool RARE characters like the peg leg parrot from Pirates of the Caribbean, Bubbles from Country Bear Jamboree, the sea serpent from 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, Maestro Mickey from Mickey Mouse Revue, and even the Red Demon from Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride! The set is meant to complement the “Florida Fab Five” set that was released earlier this year. The pins, which were designed by D23 artists Kevin Kidney and Jody Daily, were created in a retro-style soft enamel that will remind collectors of the days when you could find all of these characters inside the Magic Kingdom. D23’s New “A Most Magical Kingdom” Pin Set ©Disney The set is produced as part of the D23, Disney’s official fan club. In addition to exclusive pin sets, D23 members get a TON of perks, including discounts, events, and exclusive merchandise. © D23 This limited edition set is available on shopDisney. The sets are priced at $49.99, and only 2,500 will be sold — so grab yours before they’re gone! Click here to buy the D23 pin set! As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney and pin updates! SELECT DISNEY FANS CAN SCORE EXCLUSIVE DISNEY PINS! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you collect Disney pins? What is your favorite pin that you have ever found? Make sure to leave a comment below letting us know! The post Disney's Exclusive New Pin Set Features 5 Retro Characters first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re getting SO EXCITED for the upcoming opening of Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser AKA the Star Wars hotel in Disney World! Sublight Lounge ©Disney The hotel is scheduled to open in Spring of 2022 and, from all the information we know, will be like living in a Star Wars story! There will be elaborately themed food, you can choose an alliance, hidden parts of the ship to discover, character appearances, and even people to break out of the brig! The experience sounds out of this world. We’ve seen Cast Member hiring posts for the Galactic Starcruiser in the past, and now we know about another Disney group that can join the crew! Current Disney College Program participants are able to apply to join the opening crew of Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser! How exciting is that?! ©Disney The extension opportunity is only available to College Program participants with arrival dates between June 15th and August 30th, 2021. Crown of Corellia Dining Room Concept Art – Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser ©Disney My Disney Program said on Instagram to fly on over to DORMS to fill out the interest survey if you want to join the adventure! Being on the opening crew of such a monumental Star Wars experience sounds awesome! We can’t wait to visit the Galactic Starcruiser when it opens, and we’ll keep you updated on its progress, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see the latest announcements about the Star Wars hotel! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be applying to fly on the Galactic Starcruiser? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney College Program Participants Can Work at the Star Wars Hotel! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

In the blink of an eye, it’s already August! It was a busy month for Walt Disney World, and we saw a lot of announcements over these past few weeks. The EPCOT Monorail is back! Now, we’re rounding up 10 new things that we found out in July. Let’s get crackin’! 1. Face Mask Policy Update Disney World now requires all guests, regardless of vaccination status, to wear masks in all indoor locations. Recently, Mayor Jerry Demings of Orange County, Florida stated that Central Florida is currently in “crisis mode,” and 1 in 5 new COVID-19 cases in the US are now occurring in Florida. Face masks are required indoors again at Disney World This change comes as the CDC recently recommended that vaccinated people living in places with high COVID-19 transmission should resume wearing masks indoors. Click here to see how the Delta variant could impact your Disney World vacation Keep in mind that Disney’s new mask policies are subject to change, so stay tuned for more updates regarding masks in Walt Disney World. 2. Disney Cruise Line Announces Return Date Disney announced that the Disney Dream will resume travel to the Bahamas starting on August 9th, 2021. Disney Cruise Line According to Disney, the ship will have new health and safety measures to protect guests, as well as “new and exciting ways to create memories together!” We’re looking forward to hearing more about the changes coming to Disney Cruise Line! Read MORE about the return of Disney Cruise Line here! 3. Happily Ever After Closing in 2021 Happily Ever After will close at Magic Kingdom on September 29th. With a new 50th Anniversary fireworks spectacular scheduled to debut later this year, we learned that Happily Ever After is not set to return after the 50th Anniversary in Walt Disney World. Happily Ever After If you love Happily Ever After as much as we do, you can still catch it in the Magic Kingdom up until September 29, 2021. 4. Fireworks Returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios The Wonderful World of Animation Show in Hollywood Studios is back! Fireworks!! Guests can watch classic Disney animation come to life as it is projected on the Chinese Theatre, along with some fireworks! There is still no word on when Fantasmic! will return, but we’re hoping that it comes back soon! 5. Disney’s 50th Anniversary Announcements We’ve learned a LOT about the 50th Anniversary celebration coming to all four parks in Walt Disney World this year. Between the (what feels like daily) Fab 50 Character Collection statue announcements and other surprise announcements, we can’t wait for the celebration to begin! Cinderella Castle The Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary will begin on October 1, 2021, and will last for 18 months! Click here to learn more about Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration! There will be new attractions, new nighttime shows, and so much more! 6. Joe Biden Animatronic Unveiled Speaking of attractions, Disney World is getting ready to introduce our new President to the Hall of Presidents. ©Disney Joe Biden will be the newest among 45 of our former presidents, as a new animatronic is made each time that we elect a new president. The show is set to reopen in August. 7. Restaurants Reopening July has been a busy month for Walt Disney World dining news! Here’s a list of all the restaurants that either opened in July or finally received a reopening date. Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Trader Sam’s is now open! We were so happy to be back in this fun, kitschy, bar, and we’ve got a whole post covering the reopening! Trader Sam’s is BACK! Keep in mind that you will need to join a virtual queue in order to grab a drink at Trader Sam’s, so be prepared to wait! Cheshire Cafe The Cheshire Cafe is open! The famous (at least around here!) Cheshire Cat Tail dessert is back, and it’s just as delicious as we remembered! We’re so happy it’s back! We also found out about a new slushy available at the Cheshire Cafe! Click here to read about the Cheshire Cafe Reopening in Disney World! This quick-service location also has a delicious Pepper Jack Pretzel for those of you that prefer salty snacks! Yachtsman Steakhouse The Yachtsman Steakhouse will reopen on August 5, 2021! You can book reservations for the Yachtsman Steakhouse now! Yachtsman Steakhouse The Yachtsman Steakhouse is located, fittingly, in Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, and serves some of our favorite steaks! Stay tuned to the DFB for a review when The Yachtsman reopens! Toledo Toledo — Tapas, Steak & Seafood will be reopening on August 5, 2021! Toledo Toledo is located in the Coronado Springs’ Gran Destino Tower and features a stunning view of Walt Disney World. Columbia Harbour House Columbia Harbour House is reopening in Magic Kingdom on August 5th! Columbia Harbour House This quick-service dining location serves a variety of seafood items like fried fish, fried shrimp, and lobster rolls, which are currently being served at the Tomorrowland Terrace. Citricos Citricos is open at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort with a hint of Mary Poppins theming! Citricos Dining We tried the Strawberry Salad and the Smoked Duck Breast, and we loved both! Tusker House Tusker House is now open for both lunch and dinner! Tusker House We were particularly excited about the bread service (we love a good bread service…)! ‘Ohana ‘Ohana is open again! Similar to Tusker House, this restaurant does not currently feature any characters as part of the dining experience, but we still loved the food here! ‘Ohana Who could say no to a bowl of noodles from ‘Ohana? 8. Hotels Reopening Disney’s Port Orleans Resorts We have two new reopening dates for these two beloved moderate resorts! Disney’s Port Orleans— Riverside will start welcoming guests on October 14th, 2021, while Disney’s Port Orleans— French Quarter will start welcoming guests on October 28th, 2021. Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter As of July 8th, 2021, guests are now able to book reservations for both resorts. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Reservations are now available for Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! Polynesian Resort Additionally, all Polynesian Village guest rooms have the new Moana theming. Animal Kingdom Lodge Animal Kingdom Lodge will reopen officially starting on August 26th! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Reservations are now available if you want to book a stay at the Animal Kingdom Lodge! Make a reservation for Sanaa, while you’re at it! Disney’s All-Star Music & All-Star Sports Finally, the last 2/3 of Disney’s All-Star Resorts finally have reopening dates! All-Star Music Resort Disney’s All-Star Music Resort reopens on September 16th and Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort reopens on December 9th! 9. Food and Wine Festival 2021 The annual Food and Wine Festival is back in EPCOT! Food and Wine Festival is BACK! The festival runs through November 20, 2021, and more festival food booths will open starting on October 1st, so be on the lookout for reviews of all 9 additional booths coming in October! Click here to check out the BEST of the FEST! Whether you’re more excited to indulge in the sweet treats or the variety of drinks available at the Food and Wine Festival, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! 10. After Hours Events Announced In place of Disney’s normal holiday events such as Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, and Mickey’s Very Mery Christmas Party, Disney announced two new After Hours events starting this fall. Disney After Hours BOO Bash ©Disney Disney After Hours BOO Bash will run select nights starting August 10 through October 31 from 9PM to midnight (most nights). Then, starting on November 8 through December 21, Disney Very Merriest After Hours will run for four hours on select nights. The events will feature special decorations, Character Cavalcades, and lots of treats! Wow! Did you catch all that? As you can see, things happen pretty fast in Walt Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for more news and updates! Check out the 10 Biggest 2021 Disney World Price Increases!! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration See Everything That Has Been Announced For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Everything Happening in Disney World on October 1st, 2021 Click Here to See The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary What Does Hotel Availability and Pricing Look Like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? Here Are the 5 News Bombs You May Have Missed Related to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Check Out 10 Things You Need to Bring If You’re Going to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary See How Each of Disney World’s Park Icons Will Transform During the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What Disney news are YOU most excited about? Let us know in the comments! 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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. It’s August and by Disney Parks standards, that means it’s time to start thinking about Halloween! Halloween Cavalcade Today alone, we’ve already spotted that Halloween decorations have arrived in Disney World, Target launched some SWEET Disney Halloween PJs, and Halloween Mickey Ears have appeared online too! Now, we’ve got even MORE spooky merchandise for you to take a look at — including new ears!!! Not only are there new ears, but there’s also a new ears and backpack SET. Check out the Mickey and Minnie Mouse Spooky Mini-Backpack and Ears Headband Set for $100. Bonus! This pre-order comes with free shipping. ©Entertainment Earth You can also pick up the Mickey and Minnie Mouse Spooky Candy Corn Ears Headband on their own for $30 if you don’t want to snag the backpack. Click here to buy the Mickey and Minnie Mouse Spooky Mini-Backpack and Ears Headband Set! To match this sweet (Get it? Sweet like candy corn?) set, you can pre-order the Mickey and Minnie Mouse Spooky Candy Corn Zip-Around Wallet. ©Entertainment Earth This accessory will run you $40! To buy the Mickey and Minnie Mouse Spooky Candy Corn Zip-Around Wallet, click here! Did someone say MORE new ears!? Yes, it was us! Check out these VERY scary Minnie Mouse Ghost Minnie Glow in the Dark Ears Headband. ©Entertainment Earth Okay, okay…maybe they’re more cute than scary. Snag them for $30! Click here to buy the Minnie Mouse Ghost Minnie Glow in the Dark Ears Headband! And, these ears match the Minnie Mouse Ghost Minnie Glow-in-the-Dark Mini-Backpack for $75! ©Entertainment Earth How cool will it be when your bag glows in the dark as you explore Disney World around Halloween!? Want to buy the Minnie Mouse Ghost Minnie Glow-in-the-Dark Mini-Backpack? Click here! And, of course, the ghoulish Minnie ghost collection wouldn’t be complete with a matching wallet. ©Entertainment Earth Pick up the Minnie Mouse Ghost Minnie Glow in the Dark Zip-Around Wallet for $40. To buy the Minnie Mouse Ghost Minnie Glow in the Dark Zip-Around Wallet, click here! Uh oh! Looks like our favorite blue abomination was bitten by a spooky vampire! Now, we’ll have to put up with the fiendish Count Stitch! Aaaaah! ©Entertainment Earth Well, we have to say we LOVE vamp Stitch. If you do too, pick up the Lilo & Stitch Vampire Stitch Mini-Backpack for $75. Click here to buy the Lilo & Stitch Vampire Stitch Mini-Backpack! And match it with the Lilo & Stitch Vampire Stitch Flap Wallet for $40! ©Entertainment Earth Wow, apparently great things happen when you mix an alien and a vampire. Want to buy the Lilo & Stitch Vampire Stitch Flap Wallet? Click here! All of these items are available for pre-order on Entertainment Earth RIGHT NOW. Head on over if you want to snag them! They should each be fully available next month. As always, keep an eye on DFB for the latest updates! Want to see MORE Halloween Disney merchandise? Click here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be snagging any of these items? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney Halloween EARS and Backpacks Are Available for Pre-Order NOW! 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 World is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year beginning on October 1st and for the following 18 months! Cinderella Castle In addition to all the upcoming 50th anniversary merchandise, Disney is also releasing a book covering the past 50 years of Disney World, and it’s now available for pre-order! Disney’s A Portrait of Walt Disney World: 50 Years of The Most Magical Place on Earth, will cover the past five decades of Disney World, along with rare concept art, photos, and more. Disney World opened in 1971 with one park and three resorts, and look what it’s become since then! ©Amazon This coffee table book would be a beautiful addition to the homes of any Disney fans, especially if you love Disney history. You can pre-order A Portrait of Walt Disney World for $53.99 (on sale from $60!) at Amazon right now. It will be released on September 28, 2021, just in time for the 50th anniversary celebration. Who’s ready to celebrate?! Pre-order your 50th anniversary book now and if you can’t visit Disney World, you can still celebrate at home! Keep reading DFB for all your 50th anniversary news and planning tips! Click here to pre-order A Portrait of Walt Disney World! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration See Everything That Has Been Announced For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Everything Happening in Disney World on October 1st, 2021 Click Here to See The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary What Does Hotel Availability and Pricing Look Like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? Here Are the 5 News Bombs You May Have Missed Related to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Check Out 10 Things You Need to Bring If You’re Going to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary See How Each of Disney World’s Park Icons Will Transform During the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Are you going to pre-order this new Disney book? Tell us in the comments! The post You Can Pre-Order Disney World's 50th Anniversary Book Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s time to get SPOOKY! With the first batch of Halloween must-haves arriving this week, we’re ready to swap out our beach towels for cozy blankets and our ice-cold lemonade for a hot Pumpkin Spiced Latte or some Disney-themed fall coffee blends from Joffrey’s! ©Disney If you’re into collecting Disney nuiMOs, you may be wondering how to dress up your little posable plush for Halloween. Have no fear, because spooky season nuiMO outfits are (almost) here! Disney has announced that Halloween styles will be available for your nuiMO on September 6th! Not only that, but it looks like there will be a new collection of foodie-themed styles as well, as modeled by Stitch! © Disney It may only be the beginning of August, but between this nuiMO announcement and the first signs of Halloween decorations appearing on Main Street, U.S.A., we’re just about ready to skip the rest of summer and head straight into fall. Decor at the Emporium Purchasing a Disney nuiMO has only gotten more and more tempting; with the latest arrival of Ariel and Jasmine plush, there are even more adorable little friends to dress up in these new outfits! Sing, Ariel, sing! We’ll be on the lookout for more upcoming nuiMO plush and outfits, so stay tuned for all of the latest Disney merchandise news! Click here to get a first look at the brand-new Disney Princess nuiMOs! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you collect Disney nuiMOs? Let us know in the comments! The post NEW Halloween and Foodie Outfits Are Coming Soon for Disney nuiMOs! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Donut Box at EPCOT’s International Food and Wine Festival is serving up delicious donuts, coffee, and donut sandwiches! The booth’s Crispy Chicken on a Sriracha-glazed Donut made the Best of the Fest list this year, it was a super yummy sweet-savory treat! Crispy Chicken on a Sriracha Glazed Donut Today, we spotted NEW donuts at this Food and Wine Festival spot! The Chef’s specialty donuts are a rotating option, and the newest donuts are here! New donut alert!! First up, we have a new Maple Bacon donut available for $5! It is garnished with pieces of candied bacon (which we LOVED) and maple-flavored icing! You had us at bacon… This donut also has plenty of maple-flavored filling, which reminded us of a Bostom Creme donut. The filling had a nicely balanced maple flavor that wasn’t too sweet and paired nicely with the maple icing! We only wish it had a little more bacon on top. Maple Bacon Donut — Chef’s Donut of the Day We also spotted a new Cookies ‘n Cream donut, also available for $5 at The Donut Box in Future World! It’s LOADED!! We preferred the Maple Bacon donut over the Cookies ‘n Cream donut, as the flavor was pretty basic. It might appeal to kids (and OREO lovers), though! Cookies ‘n Cream Donut This donut didn’t have any filling, and it had a very sweet, sugary flavor (as you might expect). If you’re looking for a quality Cookies ‘n Cream donut, you might be better off grabbing one from Joffrey’s instead! We’re excited to have even more delicious goodness from the Donut Box! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more! Click here to read about The Hidden Mickey Most Disney World Guests NEVER Get to See! Ready to Plan for Your 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Order the DFB Guide to the 2021 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well -- including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Order your 2021 edition today! Don't miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for 20% off the cover price! 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Index 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Booth and Menu Index 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Special Events 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Low-Cost Seminars and Demonstrations 2021 Eat to the Beat Concert Schedule Epcot Food and Wine Festival Fans Facebook Page 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Wine and Dine Half Marathon Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic Food and Wine Festival 101 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Vegetarian Items Epcot Food and Wine Festival Gluten Free Items What do you think about the new donuts at the Donut Box? Let us know in the comments! The post Review: TWO New Donuts Were Released at the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Raglan Road is an authentic Irish Pub in Disney Springs that serves up Irish dishes like Bangars and Mash, Shepherds Pie, and more! Raglan Road The pub has some great signature brews as well, and they’re planning to celebrate International Beer Day this week with a huge discount! Raglan Road is no stranger to celebrating tasty drinks! We’ve been to celebrations here for National Irish Coffee Day and World Whiskey Day, so we weren’t all that surprised to hear that the Pub is the place to be for International Beer Day! Raglan Road Irish Coffee Drinks To ring in this very important occasion, Raglan Road is offering signature brews for $5 all day on August 6th! These are normally $9.50, so it’s almost half off the regular price! ©Raglan Road Signature brews at Raglan Road include the following: Raglan Irish Stout (Coppertail Brewing Co.) Bloomsday Pale Ale (Orange Blossom Brewing Co.) Tri Wishes Grand Irish Red Ale (Crooked Can Brewing Co.) Blagger Organic Blonde Lager (Orlando Brewing) King of Shoals NE Style IPA (Crooked Can Brewing Co.) signature DeCider Belgian Witte Cider (Vermont Cider Co.) Pop in to Raglan Road on International Beer Day — August 6th, 2021 — to try their signature beers for a great deal! Raglan Road The dining room looks almost empty in that picture, but we have a feeling it’s going to be a party here on that day! Keep following DFB for more news about deals and events around Disney World! Click Here to Check Out the Beer Cheese at a Reopened Magic Kingdom Snack Spot! 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 been to Raglan Road in Disney Spring? Tell us what you thought in the comments! The post Where to Get Beer in Disney World This Week! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The key to owning a great Disney collection is having some patience, variety, and persistence. If you are a collector of Disney keys, though, we just spotted a new one coming soon! Collectible Key Some people collect Disney pins, while others collect MagicBands, mugs, or Loungefly backpacks (and some people collect them ALL)! Now, the newest Disney collectible features a popular Disney attraction perfect for the Halloween season! The newest collectible Disney key is themed after The Haunted Mansion! Haunted Mansion “Serpents and spiders, tail of a rat; call in the spirits, wherever they’re at!” If you recognized that phrase, you’ll probably appreciate this new Disney key, which will be available on shopDisney on August 16th! ©Disney This key features the Haunted Mansion’s signature purple wallpaper and the infamous Madame Leota, who’s been known to channel spirits during her spooky séance. If you like this key, check out the Captain America and “it’s a small world” keys while you’re at it! We’ll keep an eye out for more collectible keys, so stay tuned for all the latest Disney news and merchandise updates! Check out Who Could Star in Disney’s Haunted Mansion Movie!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you collect Disney keys? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney's Releasing a New Haunted Mansion Collectible Soon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Traveling is not always easy, and many people experience delays, complications, and cancellations. ©Spirit Airlines Being stranded at the airport with your flight canceled can be frustrating, and a lot of travelers in Orlando, FL are experiencing just that today. According to the Orlando Sentinel, Spirit Airlines experienced breakdowns this weekend that led to them proactively cancel 22 out of 73 flights scheduled to depart from Orlando International Airport on Monday. Orlando airport spokeswoman Carolyn Fennel called it “a perfect storm” of issues caused by weather, staff reductions caused by COVID-19, and a spike in travel. Orlando International Airport A Spirit spokesman claimed that the cancellation issues were caused by “weather and operational challenges,” and the Orlando airport staff are assisting Spirit with travelers experiencing travel disruptions. The Orlando Sentinel cites Spirit Airlines as the “second-busiest airline at Orlando International Airport.” Orlando International Airport Many Spirit flights remain on schedule at this time, and Spirit claimed to be working to resolve these issues. Keep reading DFB for all your Disney World and Florida news that could impact your next visit! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: Spirit Airlines Canceled 22 Flights Out of Orlando Today first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea Company has become a theme park staple for many Disney fans! Nothing like a fresh cup on a nice day! With so many kiosks around the parks, it’s a great option to get your cup of Joe in the morning (or afternoon — we all have those days). And Joffrey’s participates in the festivals at EPCOT, making specialty drinks you can try! Joffrey’s also has a Disney Specialty Coffee Collection they make for places and occasions around Disney World, and with Autumn quickly approaching, they have released their limited-time Fall coffee blends online! First up is Apple-y Ever After (oh Joffrey’s, you’re so punny!). The blend has caramel, apple, and cinnamon to make you feel like you’re walking through an apple orchard on a crisp Fall morning. ©Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea Company Then we have the Happy Harvest Blend, which Joffrey’s describes as, “a bountiful well-balanced blend with an enticing rich aroma.” The artisan roasted blend should give you all those Fall feels. ©Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea Company Finally, there’s the Not-So-Scary Pumpkin Brew which is a blend of pumpkin pie and vanilla! ©Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea Company All of the coffee blends come in French Press, ground, or whole bean and each bag is $12.99. These flavors will be perfect on those cool Fall days (which rarely happen AT Disney World, so it’s great that you can order these online and have them sent to your house). We’ll be on the lookout for more festive Disney merch and let you know what we find, so stay tuned! Click here to see what Halloween decorations have already arrived 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. Which flavor do you think will be the best? Let us know in the comments! The post Joffrey's Fall Disney Coffee Blends Are HERE! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There have been a LOT of reopenings at Disney World lately! With spots like Columbia Harbour House, Toledo, and Yachtsman Steakhouse all coming back soon, there’s a lot to look forward to! Pizzafari in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Today, we’ve got even more reopening news for you, and this time it’s a little bit more on the wild side! Pizzafari at Animal Kingdom is back! The whole spread! Pizzafari reopened with a few changes on their menu, so we’re excited to try them out! First we took a look at this new menu, starting with the souvenir beverages, which is the new Blue Lagoon Lemonade, with or without alcohol! ©Disney There’s a new Chicken Parmesan Sandwich and Greens and Grains Salad on the entrees, along with returning dishes like Pizza and Caesar Salad! ©Disney We also checked out the sides… ©Disney …beverages… ©Disney …and kids’ meals and desserts! The Spaghetti and Meatballs Cupcake is new here, although we’ve seen it at other locations in Disney World! ©Disney Let’s jump in! To start, we got the new Blue Lagoon Lemonade with a light-up souvenir ice cube… Blue Lagoon Lemonade …and the new Chicken Parmesan Sandwich! Chicken Parmesan Sandwich The new sandwich has Breaded Chicken, Marinara Sauce, and Provolone Cheese on Ciabatta bread! On the inside of the Chicken Parmesan Sandwich We also got some old favorites, like the Sausage Pizza… Sausage Pizza …and a Caesar Side Salad! Pizza and Side Salads in a hidden Mickey! For dessert, we tried the Spaghetti and Meatballs Cupcake! Spaghetti and Meatballs Cupcake We’re excited to get you all a full review of the newly reopened Pizzafari! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more! Click here to read more about the extended hour coming to the Disney parks! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think about Pizzafari’s reopening? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Pizzafari Is Officially OPEN in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. August might seem a liiiiittle early to be thinking about Halloween, but we’re too ready for the spooky season to wait! Mickey Pumpkin And apparently, we’re not the only ones. Disney dropped a BUNCH of new Halloween costumes online today to get you prepped for the most ghoulish night of the year. Whether your baby, your kid, or YOU are hoping to be a pirate, princess, superhero, or space bounty hunter; you’ve got options! Lookin’ for a classic Disney costume? You’re definitely covered! There are options for babies, kids, tweens, and adults inspired by some of the most iconic Disney films of all time. ©Disney Just LOOK at this tiny little Captain Hook Costume for Baby by Disguise for $35.99. We’re not sure that your kiddo will be the most fiendish pirate of all time, but they just might be the sweetest. Click here to buy the Captain Hook Costume for Baby! Whether your little one is a fan of Mary Poppins or Mary Poppins Returns, the Mary Poppins Costume for Kids for $44.99 might be just the threads they want. ©Disney Just because it’s the spooky season doesn’t mean you HAVE to dress scary. You can also be a magical nanny! Want to buy the Mary Poppins Costume for Kids? Click here! And don’t worry, grown-ups can get in on the fun too. There are Disney Princess costumes for all ages like this Anna Prestige Costume for Adults by Disguise. ©Disney Snag this regal gown for $119.99. To buy the Anna Prestige Costume for Adults, click here! We’ve got the Avengers theme stuck in our head just looking at this next costume. If you’ve got a family member who is SET on being an Avenger for Halloween, we don’t blame them. ©Disney One of our favorite options is this Black Panther Light-Up Costume for Kids for $49.99 to $54.99 depending on the size. Wakanda forever! Click here to buy the Black Panther Light-Up Costume for Kids! And, Disney has brought back adaptive options for kiddos who need costumes to fit their special needs. One option this year is the Star Wars: The Mandalorian Adaptive Costume for Kids. ©Disney The costume itself is $49.99. Unfortunately, the wheelchair cover is currently sold out, but keep an eye out for restocks! Want to buy the Star Wars: The Mandalorian Adaptive Costume for Kids? Click here! Get ready for a laugh! There are some SUPER silly INFLATABLE costumes this year. We can’t stop giggling at the Rex Inflatable Costume for Kids for $79.99. ©Disney And, good news for the kids at heart, this costume comes in an adult size too for $119.99! To buy the Rex Inflatable Costume for Kids, click here! There are a TON of awesome Halloween costumes available right now and they’re worth browsing! You can see them all on shopDisney. As always, keep an eye on DFB for all the latest updates. Click here to see MORE Halloween merchandise! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What are YOU going to be for Halloween? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney HALLOWEEN COSTUMES Have Arrived Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

This summer is flying by and it’s already August! Tree of Life in Animal Kingdom A new month means a fresh start, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom has a NEW cupcake of the month! In the past, we’ve seen such creations like the Flamingo Cupcake, Cotton-Top Tamarin Cupcake, Sea Turtle Cupcake, and July’s cupcake was a very fall-inspired Tiger Cupcake. The newest cupcake is inspired by a classic Disney animated film, so let’s dig in! While July’s Tiger Cupcake reminded us of fall, August’s cupcake is more of a return to summer with this rich new cupcake! We found the new The Jungle Book-inspired Baloo Cupcake in Creature Comforts, also known as the Starbucks of Animal Kingdom, for $5.99. It’s described as chocolate cake with caramel-honey banana jam, caramel-honey frosting, chocolate crisp pearls, and a chocolate Baloo medallion. NEW Baloo Cupcake The Baloo Cupcake is bright and summery with green frosting, chocolate pearls, and a Baloo cupcake topper. We weren’t sure what to expect with the caramel-honey and banana flavors! Baloo Cupcake We loved the chocolate cake, especially the vivid green frosting, which had a rich creamy flavor with hints of caramel. Chocolate cake with crispy chocolate pearls The chocolate Baloo cupcake topper was a basic chocolate flavor and super cute too with its design of Baloo wearing a grass skirt. Baloo! The inside of the cupcake surprised us with the caramel-honey banana jam, which gave us a strong hint of banana with every bite. This cupcake is NOT for people who don’t like bananas. The filling is HEAVY on the banana! SO much banana If you are a chocolate and banana person, make sure to try the Baloo Cupcake in August! But if you don’t like bananas — steer clear. This cupcake will likely be available through August in Animal Kingdom at locations such as Creature Comforts, Flame Tree Barbecue, and Restaurantosaurus. Stay tuned to DFB for all your Disney World food news! Check out 6 things that will be different in Disney World in August! 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 trying the new Baloo Cupcake? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: There's a NEW Caramel-Honey Banana Jam Cupcake in Disney World! 🤤 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Annual Pass sales have not returned since Disney World and Disneyland reopened following the closures due to the global pandemic. Disney World Annual Pass We haven’t heard much about if or when sales would return, until NOW! We just got some news from Disneyland about annual passes. Disneyland will be introducing a NEW annual pass program tomorrow called “Magic Key.” ©Disney An email was sent to Legacy Passholders with the name of the new program and a message saying, “As one of our biggest fans, we wanted to make sure you were the first to know about this NEW offering. We are thrilled about this coming announcement and we encourage you to stay tuned because all the details will be revealed tomorrow no earlier than 1 p.m. PST!” Disneyland! Yes, you read that right! We should be getting details about a NEW annual pass program at Disneyland tomorrow afternoon! We’ll give you ALL the details as soon as they are announced, so stay tuned to DFB for updates! Click here to see how Disneyland Paris is resuming annual pass sales 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 Are you planning to buy an Annual Pass? Let us know in the comments below. The post NEWS: Disneyland Teases New Magic Key Annual Pass Program first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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When we hit the Disney Parks, we’ve usually got food on the mind. Bread Bowl!!! Just last weekend we were reunited with the ICONIC bread bowls at Disney California Adventure when Pacific Wharf Cafe reopened. Now, to celebrate the return of the cheesy, bready goodness we’re taking a look behind the scenes! If you’ve been to Disney California Adventure, chances are you’ve either stared longingly at a bread bowl filled with mac and cheese or soup or eaten one for yourself! Well, have you ever wondered how Disney makes these beautiful, edible food vessels? Corn Chowder in a Bread Bowl at Pacific Wharf Cafe You’re in luck! Disney Parks posted a behind-the-scenes video on TikTok of how those Pacific Wharf bread bowls are made. Watch it here! According to the video, the dough for the bowls is separated and kneaded before being put into an oven to rise. Then, it’s removed from the oven to be scored before baking! After that, a Cast Member cuts the center out, and VOILA! You have a bread bowl! Loaded Baked Potato Soup in a Sourdough Bread Bowl Is anyone else craving a bread bowl now? We love these behind-the-scenes peeks (especially when they involve food!). As always, keep an eye on DFB for all the latest Disney updates! Want to see more of a reopened Pacific Wharf Cafe? Click here! Disneyland Reviews and Information Click HERE to Check Out Lots of DFB Posts About Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Mask Policy Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Park Check Out Details from the Historic Reopening of Disneyland Resort See What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What do you think of this cool clip? Tell us in the comments! The post VIDEO: See How Disney Makes Their ICONIC Bread Bowls! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Disney World’s 50th anniversary is almost here! Cinderella Castle Starting October 1st, we’ll see an elaborate 18-month celebration for 50 years of Walt Disney World. There is SO much planned, like a new fireworks show, golden character statues, and a brand new ride opening! We haven’t seen a ton in terms of merchandise for the occasion, but that all changes today, because we just got a sneak peek of the merch coming for Disney’s 50th anniversary!! And we mean a literal sneak peek because Disney only gave us a few glimpses of the new collection! What could this be? It looks similar to the updated Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom! ©Disney And then there’s this picture, which we’re preeeetty sure it’s something similar to that crazy popular Mickey soap dispenser! ©Disney From the looks of the upper right corner of this picture, it looks like this could be a glimpse at some Mickey ears? ©Disney And finally, a glimpse of Cinderella Castle printed on something. Is is a plate? A bowl? An ornament?! ©Disney Don’t worry if you can’t guess what everything is, because Disney said on Friday, August 6th, they’ll be revealing new details about the collection. Hopefully, that means we’ll get some full pictures! We’ll keep you updated when those new details drop, so stay tuned to DFB! Click here to see EVERYTHING coming for Disney World’s 50th anniversary! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration See Everything That Has Been Announced For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Everything Happening in Disney World on October 1st, 2021 Click Here to See The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary What Does Hotel Availability and Pricing Look Like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? Here Are the 5 News Bombs You May Have Missed Related to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Check Out 10 Things You Need to Bring If You’re Going to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary See How Each of Disney World’s Park Icons Will Transform During the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What do you think all of these items are? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Sneak Peek at Disney World's 50th Anniversary Merchandise Collection! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Some of the cutest Disney merchandise we’ve seen lately are the themed Wishables! Star Wars Wishables! There has been a big variety of collections and we just gotta have them ALL! We’ve seen Wishables themed to the Incredibles, Star Wars, Cars, Peter Pan, and more! They’re seriously so cute, and now there’s a new collection coming that you’re definitely going to want to see if you’re a fan of Disney classics! Check out these adorable Wishables based on Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room! ©Disney We can see Tiki Room birds Jose and Pierre, as well as a Dole Whip and a Tiki Drummer! Enchanted Tiki Room! These will be available on shopDisney on August 4th, so set your calendars! We’ll be on the lookout for these guys to make an appearance at the parks, so stay tuned to DFB for updates! Click here to check out these incredible Pixar Wishables! 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 going to add these Wishables to your collection? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTO: Disney's Releasing Enchanted Tiki Room Wishables Soon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article