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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. Sure, Barbie dolls are fun, but not as fun (or CUTE) as a Disney nuiMOs! You can’t put a mini Loungefly backpack on any Barbie dolls we know, after all! How stylish! You may remember the debut of Kermit and Miss Piggy nuiMOs, but now have some royal friends that we can dress, too! Say hello to Ariel and Jasmine, two of our favorite spunky Disney princesses! These are so cute! You can find these rosy-cheeked park pals at Discovery Trading Company in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Sing, Ariel, sing! Princess Ariel comes with her signature green mermaid tail, but if she wants to walk on land, you can dress her up in a new outfit to show off her human legs! Click here to buy the new Ariel Disney nuiMOs Plush online Jasmine is sporting her iconic gold statement earrings and necklace, which will complement any outfit she’s wearing! A whole new world! Jasmine comes in her iconic two-piece outfit, but that doesn’t mean she wouldn’t look fabulous in something new! Click here to buy the new Jasmine Disney nuiMOs Plush online Here’s a look at some stylish outfits that you can buy to dress miss Ariel and Jasmine — we love that silver puff dress! Blue fuzzy coat? We think yes! These new Disney Princess nuiMOs are available on shopDisney, the Disney Store, and at select Walt Disney World stores! Will you make one of these cuties part of your world? As always, we’ll keep our eyes out for more Disney merchandise and let you know what we find! Check out NEW Disney Princess Dresses for Adults Available Online! 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 Disney nuiMOs? Let us know in the comments! The post NEW Disney Princess nuiMOs Available Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s OFFICIALLY the spooky season in Disney World! Halloween Decor is up in Magic Kingdom! We’re SO excited to be checking out the Halloween festivities that are cropping up in Disney World! Hey, who says the spookiest time of the year can’t start in August? Today, Disney World looks a lot more ghoulish… . Halloween decorations have started to ARRIVE in Disney World! Fall Banners We’ve seen banners with Fall colors all up and down Main Street, U.S.A., including over the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor and Casey’s Corner! Casey’s Corner is getting in the Halloween Spirit! These are the same as Halloween decorations we’ve seen in the past, so we’re still expecting more decoration surprises as the park builds towards Halloween! And don’t forget, Disney announced that we can expect to see NEW Halloween decorations that tie into the 50th. More Decor at Casey’s Corner! Shops down the street are getting festive too, with more Halloween banners! Decor at the Emporium We’ll be bringing you ALL of the Halloween coverage this season so stay tuned for all the treats, eats, spooky fun, and MORE! We’ll check in again soon! Click here to learn more about Disney After Hours Boo Bash! 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 celebrating Halloween in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Halloween Decorations Have Arrived in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Today we are excited to share with you details – literally – about the much-anticipated Walt Disney World 50th anniversary merchandise collection. We can’t unveil specific items just yet, but simply could not resist sharing hints of what’s to come.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/fNvGxPPh1qQView the full article

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August is right around the corner, and Disney World is changing rapidly. Happy 50th! There are a number of things that will be different in Disney World in August, so let’s go over everything you need to know if you have an August trip planned! Masks Policy Change On July 28th, Disney announced that masks will again be required to be worn indoors and in lines at Disney World beginning July 30th. This is an update to their previous mask policy that made masks optional for vaccinated people in most locations. So if you have an August trip planned, you need to pack your masks. We’ll likely see these signs coming back. Masks will not be required to be worn at outdoor locations, but keep checking back with DFB in case Disney makes more changes to their health and safety policies. Read more about Disney World’s current mask policy here Extended Park Hours Three Disney World parks will have extended park hours in August, which means more time in these parks during your August visit! EPCOT Since Disney World reopened, EPCOT has been opening to guests at 11 AM. Beginning in August, EPCOT will open on select days at 10AM. On August 7th and 14th, EPCOT will open early at 10AM! ©Disney Park Hours for August We’re keeping a close eye on EPCOT’s calendar for any more added early open times. Read more about EPCOT’s August hours here! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Hollywood Studios has closed at 8PM since Disney World reopened, and August marks a first step to Disney extending the closing time. For most of August, Hollywood Studios will close at 9PM. ©Disney Hollywood Studios will still close at 8PM on August 29th, 30th, and 31st, so keep those dates in mind if you’re visiting at that time. Click here for more about extended park hours for Hollywood Studios! Magic Kingdom Beginning on August 2nd and on select days throughout the month, Magic Kingdom will open an hour earlier at 8AM. You can get an extra hour for your Magic Kingdom park reservation on August 2nd through 7th, and again on August 13th and 14th. ©Disney Check your park reservations if you’re visiting Magic Kingdom in August to take advantage of that extra hour! See more about Magic Kingdom’s extended hours here! Events There’s one big event beginning in August and it will likely impact hours, crowds, and more. BOO Bash BOO Bash will take place in Magic Kingdom beginning on August 10th from 9:30PM to 12:30AM, and Magic Kingdom will close at 9 or 9:30PM on event days. BOO Bash ticket holders are allowed to enter Magic Kingdom as early as 7PM, which means there may be an increase in crowds from 7PM to closing on BOO Bash days. Boo Bash ©Disney In August, BOO Bash will take place on August 10th, 17th, 20th, 24th, 27th, and 31st. Several August BOO Bash tickets are sold out, which means evenings in Magic Kingdom will likely get crowded on those dates, so plan accordingly. Read more about BOO Bash here! Fireworks In Disney’s Hollywood Studios, fireworks will be returning in August! August 1st will mark the return of the Wonderful World of Animation show. Wonderful World of Animation Wonderful World of Animation features projections of 90 years of Disney animated films onto the Chinese Theater, along with fireworks! Check out the Wonderful World of Animation here! Attractions Three Disney World attractions will be returning in August, so get your calendar out if you want to make note! Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor, located in Magic Kingdom in Tomorrowland, will be officially reopening as of August 8th! Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor If you plan to be in Magic Kingdom after August 8th, you can plan to make a stop at this monster comedy show! Read more about Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor reopening here! Beauty and the Beast — Live on Stage The live Beauty and the Beast stage show in Hollywood Studios will be returning on August 15th. This show tells the story of the Beauty and the Beast animated film and is performed at the Theater of the Stars on Sunset Blvd. Beauty and the Beast Theater of the Stars We don’t yet know what times showtimes will be scheduled, but you can check the My Disney Experience app for showtimes on August 15th and keep reading DFB for updates! Click here for more info about Beauty and the Beast — Live on Stage! On August 21st, Turtle Talk with Crush will reopen in EPCOT’s The Seas with Nemo & Friends pavilion, so you can once again have a chance to ask Crush all your questions about ocean life and more! Turtle Talk with Crush Crush is an improvised show so he answers all your questions live, which can be a really fun experience with kids! Learn more about Turtle Talk with Crush here! Various Reopenings Disney World is also reopening several locations in August, including a resort hotel, restaurants, and a nightclub! Atlantic Dance Hall The dance party will return to Disney World’s BoardWalk in the Atlantic Dance Hall on August 6th! Atlantic Dance Hall This nightclub is limited to guests 21 and over and plays music ranging from 80s bangers through today’s hits and will be open from 8 PM to 1 AM. In the past, the club was open from Tuesday to Saturday, but we will keep you updated with their new open times as soon as we know more! Read more about Atlantic Dance Hall here! Animal Kingdom Lodge Animal Kingdom Lodge will reopen on August 26th. Reservations have been open since July 16th, so August 26th is sure to see a lot of excited guests! Animal Kingdom Lodge While some of the Disney Vacation Club villas have been open at Animal Kingdom Kidani Village, this will mark the reopening of standard hotel rooms at Animal Kingdom Lodge. Click here to learn more about the reopening of Animal Kingdom Lodge! Columbia Harbour House Your fave quick service seafood eats are returning to Magic Kingdom! Columbia Harbour House will be reopening on August 5th. Columbia Harbour House This quick service restaurant is located in Liberty Square and the menu will feature the return of fan favorite dishes like the Lobster Roll and the Trio Platter, which is a combo of fried fish, fried shrimp, and chicken strips. Click here to read more about Columbia Harbour House! Pizzafari And another service restaurant will be reopening in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Pizzafari will be reopening on August 2nd! Pizzafari in Disney’s Animal Kingdom The new menu for Pizzafari has a number of changes including a new Blue Lagoon Lemonade with gummy worms and a new Chicken Parmesan Sandwich! Read more about Pizzafari reopening here! Toledo — Tapas, Steak and Seafood And over in the Coronado Springs’ Gran Destino Tower, you can dine at Toledo — Tapas, Steak & Seafood beginning on August 5th. Reservations are now open, so if you want to take advantage of that amazing floor-to-ceiling window view, don’t hesitate to book! Toledo Dining Room The menu was updated for the reopening but still features dishes inspired by Spain, including Charred Octopus. Read about the updated Toledo menu here! Yachtsman Steakhouse Lastly, the Yachtsman Steakhouse, located in Disney’s Yacht Club resort hotel, will be reopening on August 5th. Reservations are open now! Yachtsman Steakhouse at the Yacht Club Like Toledo, the menu for Yachtsman was updated, and it looks quite different! The first-course menu was pared down and some prices increased, so keep that in mind if you plan to dine there in August. Read more about the Yachtsman’s new menu here! That’s everything changing in Disney World for August! So if you have an upcoming Disney World trip planned for August, you might want to make note of these dates and changes. Keep reading DFB for all your Disney World tips, tricks, and breaking news! Read more about Disney World’s changing mask policy here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you visiting Disney World this August? Tell us in the comments! The post 6 Things That Will Be Different in Disney World in August 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. A lot of families have the tradition of getting new pajamas for Christmas, and some take it even further by getting matching PJs! Halloween Decor at Magic Kingdom So why not do the same for Halloween as well? We’re definitely tempted after seeing the super cute Disney Halloween PJ sets at Target! We found some matching Disney Halloween pajamas, available now online at Target! The first ones were Mickey Mouse Mummy Pajamas. ©Target These PJs make you look like you’re wrapped like a mummy, and Mickey Mouse is on the front with mummy wrappings as well! There are matching PJs available for Toddlers, sizes 12M to 3T for $12.99… Click Here to Buy the Toddlers’ Mickey Mouse Mummy PJs ©Target …Kids’ sizes 4 to 12 for $15.99… Click Here to Buy the Kids’ Mickey Mouse Mummy PJs ©Target …Women’s sizes XS to XXL for $20.49… Click Here to Buy the Women’s Mickey Mouse Mummy PJs ©Target …and Men’s Sizes S to XXL, also $20.49! Click Here to Buy the Men’s Mickey Mouse Mummy PJs We think the Mickey Mummy PJs are perfect for Halloween Eve! There’s another option for matching Halloween PJs that would work for both Halloween and Christmas! It’s the Nightmare Before Christmas pajamas! ©Target These PJs have Jack Skellington on the front with a bone design on the pants and sleeves! These are also available in Toddlers’ sizes 12M to 3T for $12.99… Click Here to Buy the Toddlers’ Nightmare Before Christmas PJs ©Target …Kids’ sizes 4 to 12 for $15.99… Click Here to Buy the Kids’ Nightmare Before Christmas PJs ©Target …Women’s sizes XS to XXL for $20.49… Click Here to Buy the Women’s Nightmare Before Christmas PJs ©Target …and Men’s sizes S to XXL for $20.49! Click Here to Buy the Men’s Nightmare Before Christmas PJs These are perfect for the holidays, whether you’re bringing some Christmas cheer to Halloween time or taking the Spooky Season to Christmas! Either way, we’re definitely in favor of starting the Halloween pajamas tradition! Keep following DFB for more Disney merchandise news! Click Here to See Disney’s NEW Halloween Mickey Ears! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Preorder The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2021 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to Preorder your 2021 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out ALL the Holiday Treats in Disney World Last Year (With Reviews!) Look Back at the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays BEST of the FEST! How Much Will a Disney world Hotel Room Cost You to Visit During the 2021 Holidays? What’s your favorite Disney Halloween tradition? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney x Target Is Making Matching Halloween PJs a THING. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World Parks are in major renovation mode, big celebrations are on the horizon, and technology is continuing to boggle our minds. Walt Disney World Lots of things are happening in Disney World, and we’re here to tell you all about it. Check out all this and more in our newest DFB Video!  Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! Check out our latest video and then comment below: Your favorite time to visit Disney World!The post DFB Video: 10 Changes Coming to Disney World That You NEED to Know About first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Halloween is ALMOST HERE in Disney World, everyone! Disney After Hours BOO Bash ©Disney That’s right, the first BOO Bash After Hours event is on August 10th, which means we will be seeing Halloween decor, merch, and food in the parks very soon! Decorations will look a little different this year because Magic Kingdom is getting NEW festive decor for Disney World’s 50th anniversary. We haven’t seen much of the expected food or merch this year, but we did see Halloween ears available for pre-order online a few weeks ago. And now, you can finally add the same pair to your cart! The Mickey Mouse Jack-o’-Lantern Ear Headband is now available on shopDisney! Yep, you can walk around the parks with two Mickey pumpkins on top of your noggin! These look similar to Disney’s previous jack-o’-lantern ears. But they’re a classic at this point — and we love them. ©Disney The pair is perfect for the holiday season with its buffalo check Mickey ears at $29.99. Click here to get the Mickey Mouse Jack-o’-Lantern Ear Headband Also available is the Minnie Mouse Witch Ear Headband! Perfect to show your spooky side or for a low-effort Halloween costume! ©Disney Oh, and did we mention these ears LIGHT UP?! The dots on the ears are LED lights so you can magically sparkle throughout the night. Get them for $27.99! Click here to get the Minnie Mouse Witch Ear Headband! Those are the two Halloween ears available NOW on shopDisney! Hurry up and grab them in case they sell out, and we’ll be on the lookout for more spooky merch online and in the parks, so stay tuned! Click here to see when we could see Halloween decorations 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 do you think of these festive Fall ears? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney Just Released Halloween Mickey Ears ONLINE! 🎃 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If there’s anything Disney World guests are good at it, it’s standing in line. Line for Space Mountain Let’s face it — you have to stand in line for everything at Disney World: for transportation, for rides, for food, for shopping, and for pretty much everything else. But not every line is created equal… Standing in line is not always fun, but Disney World has actually made some lines so much fun that we don’t mind the wait. Others, though, are excruciatingly long AND hot, and we would rather be anywhere else. And when we’re not FastPassing our way through these lines (and we’re not now because the FastPass program is still suspended), we try to enjoy those lines that we can. So here is a list of the BEST and WORST lines (or queues, as they’re often referred to) in the parks! Magic Kingdom Best: Peter Pan’s Flight One of the longest wait times at Disney World is often for Peter Pan’s Flight. This attraction is the perfect storm of being a classic “must-do” experience for almost every Disney guest AND it has such a small ride vehicle, so only a few guests can board at a time. This combination means it can get backed up pretty quickly! That is one LOOOOONG line for Peter Pan! Because of this, back in 2014, the Imagineers at Disney decided to sprinkle some pixie dust on the queue itself. Now, we almost enjoy waiting in this line as much as we love riding the attraction! Note this is one fun queue you’ll COMPLETELY miss if you use FastPass when it’s available. Beautiful painting in Peter Pan’s Flight Since that update, much of the queue is now indoors — out of the hot Florida sun. Oh, and it’s air-conditioned, which is always a bonus. But mostly, we love all the details in line — the beautiful paintings, the portraits of the children, and the nursery where Tinker Bell is flitting about. THE BEST. Best: Haunted Mansion We’re also big fans of the details in the queue for the Haunted Mansion. Some of it is outdoors, but you get to see the details of the well-thought-out cemetery and admire the architecture of the house itself. In 2011, when Disney updated this queue, they added in some more spooky stories to contribute to the details of the Haunted Mansion tale. The first part of this queue introduces you to 5 busts, but these aren’t just your run-of-the-mill monuments to loved ones. The inscriptions present you with a “whodunnit” game. Read the inscriptions on each to find out who killed who! Haunted Mansion Graveyard And that just at the beginning of the line! As you continue through the queue, you get to learn more about the happy haunts that reside in this abode. Be sure to read every tombstone and take in every detail along the path up to the Haunted Mansion, as it all tells a story (the tombstones are also fun nods to Imagineers that created the ride!). Every time you go through the queue, you’ll learn more about this spooky past! We love it so much, sometimes we’re disappointed when there’s little to no wait — because the details in the queue are truly part of the attraction! We love reading all the tombstones in the cemetery Better yet, the famous Stretching Room scene is technically part of the queue! What a fun way to wait to ride the actual ride! Best: Pirates of the Caribbean We also love the line for Pirates of the Caribbean. Admittedly, one of the biggest selling points of this queue is the extensive air-conditioning!!! There are also a lot of fun details that make you feel like you’ve been transported into a cave where pirates are stashing their weapons and treasure or an armory. And you get to hear that jolly sea shanty all through the line! A classic part of the Pirates of the Caribbean queue is the scene of the skeletons playing chess. Imagineer Marc Davis set up the chess pieces so that any move would create a checkmate thus resulting in an eternal stalemate. He even provided a cheat sheet under the chessboard for the piece positions, in case the play needed to be duplicated. Now, that’s dedication to the details! Pirates Playing Chess Disney© A queue with salty pirates, air conditioning, earworm sea shanties, and storytelling details, and don’t forget the power of the wonderful Pirates of the Caribbean smell (it’s totally a thing!) are the makings of one of the best line experiences — and we haven’t even gotten to the attraction, yet! Here Are 10 Times Disney World Rides Will Freak. Your. Kid. Out. Worst: Magic Carpets of Aladdin The Magic Carpets of Aladdin is already not going to make any of our lists with the word “best” in it, but the ride line is not just boring, it’s also outside. That means a lot of standing around in the sun waiting with your kid for what is, essentially, a version of Dumbo (and Dumbo has air conditioning while you wait!). But the good news is that the wait here is generally shorter than Dumbo, so there’s that. We DO like the spitting camel, though… We would love for the Imagineers to plus-up this queue. The location makes it difficult to provide anything indoors. Perhaps they can add some other Aladdin details? Some more fans to help cool off the weary Agrabah travelers who are waiting for their magic carpet? Or implement a Dole Whip delivery system so you can order and receive a Dole Whip while you wait? Dare to dream! Worst: Splash Mountain Another tedious line to stand in is the one for Splash Mountain. it’s usually long and it’s mostly outside. And that means LOTS of time outside, sweating and hoping with all hope that you actually get a little wet on the ride itself. However, there is a moment just before you get on the ride vehicle that rocks — when you go in the mountain itself. There’s some glorious air conditioning there that feels like heaven blasting on you! Empty Splash Mountain Queue Once upon a time, Splash Mountain had its own game in the Play Disney Parks app called Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah-Day. Now that game has disappeared from the app’s options. So, now, we’re stuck waiting outside, sweating, with nothing to do but scroll through the Mobile Order options to find out next snack. Worst: Astro Orbiter Another line that we don’t like is the one for Astro Orbiter — you are standing in line for an elevator. And not the fun Tower of Terror kind of elevator, but the standard kind of elevator you’ll find in any ol’ parking structure. Not even a cool Tomorrowlandy elevator — LAME! Then, once you’re done riding the boring elevator (that you don’t even get to push the button on!), you ride yet another version of Dumbo that just goes around in some circles. Why are we in line for THIS? This ride has a SMALL capacity so it takes a looooong time to actually board. This means an often lengthy wait. Now, one concession we’ll make is that Astro Orbiters does provide a really cool view (especially at night) since it’s up so high. So maybe — MAYBE — if you gotta ride it, plan to do it at night. That way, at least you’re not getting burned in the hot sun, and you might get some cool views and photos from the experience! Here Is The One Snack You Must Get in Every Magic Kingdom Land! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Best: Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run So, we’re going to have to give credit where credit is due — the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge queues continue to blow us away. If you get in line for Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run, you feel like you’re inside some kind of galactic warehouse (and then inside the ship itself) and Star Wars fans are going to lose their minds over the level of detail here. Millennium Falcon First, you get to be up close and personal with the ACTUAL Millennium Falcon. That alone amps up this queue’s coolness factor. THEN you get to go into an actual space smuggler’s hideout and see (and hear) all of the tinkering, demands, and schemes of some of the most notorious space pirates. And, if seeing the Millennium Falcon and getting the inside peek at space pirate’s hideout isn’t cool enough, you can play along in your Play Disney Parks app to earn yourself some credibility in the smuggling circuit. And you’ll get to see Hondo Ohnaka, himself! (He’s one of the COOLEST animatronics at Disney World!) Hondo Ohnaka BETTER YET, the end of the queue before you board places you smack dab on the Falcon. You can pretend you’re playing Dejarik with Chewbacca or chillin’ with Luke Skywalker. It’s seriously like walking into a movie! Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run ©Disney Parks We love the details, the theming, the interaction with the Play Parks App, and of course, the air conditioning — and we haven’t even gotten to the ride, yet! Best: Rise of the Resistance And the Rise of the Resistance line is even better! Technically, a large portion of the queue is so immersive that it’s actually considered part of the RIDE! You walk through some (air-conditioned) tunnels that eventually lead you to BB-8 and then a hologram of Rey, who gives you your mission. Then you get to see even more characters from the Star Wars sequel films before being sent on your way. This is PART OF THE LINE!!! Without spoiling anything, this is probably the best ride line in all of Disney World because it’s all part of the ride experience and it never feels like you’re standing in line at all! There are moving ships, Stormtroopers, crazy projections, and more — and that’s before you ever board a ride vehicle! PRO TIP: do this line with Play Disney Parks on the My Disney Experience app because then it’s even MORE interactive! Best: Star Tours Long before Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Disney World created Star Tours, and although it’s not quite as advanced of an attraction as Rise of the Resistance, its line is a lot of fun. It’s mostly indoors, with air-conditioning, and it sets up a scene inside a spaceport where it feels like you’re getting ready to board a spaceship. There are a lot of fun details and Easter eggs for Star Wars fans here, too! We’re ready to go on a Star Tour! (Are we the only ones that love the smell of this queue? It has a distinct “old ride” smell!) Worst: Slinky Dog Dash There is one line at Hollywood Studios that we loathe more than any other, although the ride itself is a lot of fun. That’s Slinky Dog Dash because the entire line is OUTSIDE in the hot sun with very little shade, and if you haven’t sensed a theme here, here’s a hint — we try to avoid standing in line outside in Florida, especially in the summer. Yup… it’s loooong line… in the hoooooot sun. Once you get through the overflow line and into the actual queue itself, it does have a pretty neat theme. Guests …oh, sorry, we mean Toys get to see all of the bits and pieces and creativity that Andy took in creating the Slinky Dog Dash. Slinky Dog Dash Queue But it is still outdoors. It is still hot. Just now with some shade and some fans, so it’s…slightly more bearable. Worst: Twilight Zone Tower of Terror OK OK, don’t come at us. HEAR US OUT! And although we adore The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, the majority of the line is also outside in the brutal heat (or sometimes, rain) and we’re not the biggest of fans. Tower of Terror Queue Sure, once you get inside, the queue is AMAZING with some creepy details, but before that, it’s a little rough. We seriously can’t stress how much we love the queue once we get inside! The detailing and creepiness of it all is FANTASTIC. You get to see the lobby and boiler room of the abandoned hotel in all its glory! Tower of Terror Queue That might be part of the plan, drain your good sense and sound judgment by making you stand in the heat and humidity, so you’re all too willing to voluntarily step into the Twilight Zone, just so long as it’s air-conditioned! Worst: Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith Another line that gets brutal is the line for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster — because it’s usually long, it’s mostly outside, and again, it makes us stand in the sun with no shade. Outside again? Once the line creeps into the queue, it does have some great theming and you get to see some concert posters and album paraphernalia from some current musical talent as you saunter through G Force Records Studio. (Listen to the overhead announcements inside and behind the “recording studio” doors while you wait!) The queue inside G Force Record Studio Then there’s that incredibly quotable pre-show where you learn you’re taking a stretch…make that a SUPER stretch limo to the Aerosmith concert (Spoiler: it goes REAL fast! ) If we could just skip to the indoor portion of the line, we’d be some happy campers… er… happy groupies! 15 DFB Reviews You HAVE to Read Before Visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Best: Expedition Everest — Legend of the Forbidden Mountain We love this hybrid indoor/outdoor queue. The parts that are outside have enough shade and air movement to make it bearable, even pleasant! And the queue for Expedition Everest — Legend of the Forbidden Mountain has one of the most detailed backstories of any attraction. Don’t let the snow on the mountain top fool you… it’s still hot outside! You’ll get to wander through the Himalayan Escapes tour company offices, Tashi’s General Store and Bar for all of your travel supply needs, and the old tea warehouse that Professor Pumba Dorje converted into a Yeti museum. Then, as you move up in the line, you’ll board the Anandapur Rail Service, which was once used to transport tea. Here’s where the expedition to the Forbidden Mountain starts! Each twist and turn of this queue adds another layer to the story of the Forbidden Mountain. So, keep your eyes open and stay vigilant, because you never know when you might come face to face with the mythical Yeti! Best: It’s Tough To Be A Bug Although It’s Tough To Be A Bug isn’t one of our must-see attractions, everyone should do it at least once because the line is indoors and takes you INSIDE the Tree of Life, where you can feel like you’re as small as a bug inside the gigantic tree. Going INSIDE The Tree of Life As you wait for this show, you get up close to the Tree of Life to see it from unique angles and some of the intricate carvings from perspectives that you’d never have otherwise. You definitely feel like the size of a bug next to this massive tree! We’ve definitely been guilty of holding up the line as we admire this massive monument and see how many animal carvings we can find and which ones are our favorite. It’s a queue that doubles as its own attraction! Best: Kali River Rapids This attraction sparks some controversy with us — our team is split on the actual ride itself (some love it, some hate it), but we all agree that the line for Kali River Rapids showcases the talents of Disney Imagineering. Once you’re in the line, you get the real sense that you’ve stumbled into a jungle where distant temples and ruins wait to be explored. The line for Kali River Rapids has some very cool details! There are plenty of artifacts, carvings, and statues all waiting to be discovered along the way. It’s a lot of fun to see what’s waiting around the next bend. Keep an eye out for Michael Jackson! Yep, Captain EO himself got a nod in the queue! Did You Know About All of These Hidden Dinoland U.S.A. Details in Animal Kingdom?! Worst: Flight of Passage Like some other AMAZING rides, the line for Flight of Passage has its issues. First of all, we’re pretty sure the queue is about 9.5 miles long in total. The actual queue itself takes guests through caves, the nighttime forests deep in the Valley of Mo’ara, and finally to the labs of Alpha Centauri Expeditions. It’s a journey through an otherworldly experience! The hiccup is that you have to wait through the majority of the overflow line outside before you can even get to the cool indoor part! Most of it is outdoors, again in the Florida heat, and it’s ALWAYS long. (Sensing a pattern here? Cool indoor queues goooood. Hot outdoor queues baaaad!) And you don’t get to see a lot of cool details until you get inside, which can take forever. Sure, the beauty of Pandora is all around you, but you don’t have to stand in line to see it — you could always just grab a Night Blossom and sit somewhere in the shade to admire it. Worst: Na’vi River Journey The other Pandora ride, Na’vi River Journey, also has a long outside line. Once you get through the overflow line, the queue winds guests through the wild nature of the Mo’ara Valley. While you wait you can observe the plant life, waterfalls, and get some cool pictures of the floating mountains. But after about three minutes of doing that, you’re ready for some air conditioning! Na’vi River Journey line Most of the queue is outside and guests briefly get a reprieve from the sun by entering a native nomad’s hut, but it isn’t air-conditioned. We welcome the shade and the fans, but feel that with all of the ingenuity that went into creating Pandora, perhaps a little more time could’ve been spent on providing some comfortable queues? Worst: Kilimanjaro Safaris We LOVE Kilimanjaro Safaris…not so much the Kilimanjaro Safaris queue. It is a fantastic attraction and we ride it as often as we can because no two rides are ever alike, but when the lines are long, it gets a bit hot and muggy waiting outside. Kilimanjaro Safaris Line — hot and muggy This line (and ride) is truly all outdoors, and though you do get a break by going into some open-air buildings, sometimes that just reduces air circulation as much as it reduces your exposure to the elements. And then you’ve got the videos playing on a loop that you have to watch over and over…and over! Find Out More About The NEW Daytime Show Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom for the 50th Anniversary! EPCOT Best: Frozen Ever After Hands-down, the best line at EPCOT — at least according to our team — is the Frozen Ever After line. And this is a good thing — because there’s always a line! It’s indoors, air-conditioned (always a big plus, as you’ve seen), and a LOT of fun. There are so many details connected to the Frozen movies that fans of Anna and Elsa will want to get in line JUST for the line alone! Yooo Hooo!! OK, maybe that’s a stretch. The ride is always the best part, right? Be aware that sometimes the popularity of this ride often means that this line extends out of the queue, out of Norway, and sometimes all the way to China! Frozen Ever After is so cool, its line goes to China! But it does move fairly quickly and we think both the actual queue and the attraction are worth the wait. Best: The Seas with Nemo and Friends We feel like way too many people sleep on The Seas with Nemo and Friends and they are missing out. Although the ride itself is adorable, the line is super cool — it takes you from a beach into the depths of the ocean with theming that makes you feel like you’re going down to the bottom of the ocean. This one is underrated! Poor Marlin! Keep an eye out for the “butt” in the water above you! The projected water caustics make this an oddly peaceful line to cool off in the AC. Best: Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure So we’re going out on a limb here since this one ISN’T EVEN OPEN YET. One ride line we’re really looking forward to seeing is the one for the upcoming Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, which opens at the France Pavilion on October 1st. We can’t wait to stand in this line! If the queue from the original version in Disneyland Paris is any indicator, we could be in for a really fun time complete with a stroll around gorgeous Parisian rooftops at night. PHOTOS and VIDEOS: Go INSIDE the Ratatouille Area in EPCOT With Us! Worst: Living with the Land We often tell our readers not to miss out on Living With The Land, but we do have to warn you that the line for this attraction isn’t anything special. It’s pretty dull. So, sorry about that. But the ride itself is a nice, relaxing, and cool ride through Disney’s greenhouses. This is a BIG line for Living with the Land! Since it doesn’t USUALLY boast long lines, we can understand why not a lot of money or time was invested to spice up the queue. But we still wish there were more to it than just a few inspirational quotes on the back wall. Worst: Soarin’ Around the World We’re perplexed about the Soarin’ Around the World line, too. This ride is so much fun and we love flying over the world, but the lead-up to the adventure is so BLAND. There’s not a lot of theming, though at least it’s indoors and air-conditioned. But the line is otherwise forgettable until you get to the pre-show. You Are Clear for Takeoff, but first, you have to stand in a boring line. Occasionally, a trivia game will run on some of the screens throughout the queue, with does provide a moderate distraction. But otherwise, it’s just enjoying the air conditioning and your travel party (and maybe daydreaming about Patrick Warburton telling us we’re clear for take-off). Welcome back, Patrick! If you’ve been on the original attraction in Disney California Adventure, you know that ride has a much cooler queue with lots of great aviation theming! Worst: Journey Into Imagination with Figment Finally, we’re going to have to vote for Journey Into Imagination with Figment as one of the most annoying lines to stand in at Disney World. Those sound effects that play over and over dig into our skulls. Those sound effects. ARGGGHHHH!!!! The queue is, thankfully, rather short and there ARE some fun nods to past Disney films hidden throughout. But we would rather have “it’s a small world” on a loop than listen to that loop for a long amount of time. Sorry, not sorry. Here’s How to Tackle EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival with Kids Honorable Mention Okay, so we have a line that isn’t necessarily for an attraction, but it’s always long, and generally involves waiting outside. Did you even Disney if you didn’t wait in a neverending line for transportation?! We’re talkin’ the lines for the Skyliner, Disney Buses, and Monorail. These lines are generally pretty long, especially at the beginning and end of each day. And social distancing made the waits even longer. We hate waiting for Disney transportation But even before the pre-closure, we were never fans of waiting in line for transportation at Disney World. Sure, it’s convenient, but sometimes, that convenience comes with a long wait. Here Are 21 Disney World Essentials UNDER $15 You’ll Need in 2021 So those are our favorite and least favorite lines in Disney World, but we would love to hear what you think! What lines do you love and hate? 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 lines would you vote as best and worst at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post The BEST and WORST Lines to Be Stuck in at Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There’s so much going on in Disney World on October 1st! Happy 50th! It’s Disney World’s 50th anniversary, so there will be new shows, new rides, new merchandise, and more all over the parks! If you’re planning to be in Disney World on October 1st, it will be a crazy, fun, and super busy time! That’s why you need to move fast to get your dining reservations NOW! That’s right — dining reservations are NOW OPEN for October 1st in Disney World! ‘Ohana Dining Room If you’re hoping to get a sit-down meal inside during your vacation, we highly recommend having at least a couple of reservations! Cinderella’s Royal Table You can call 407-WDW-DINE (3463) or make reservations online or on the My Disney Experience App! If you’re online or on the app, you’ll search for the restaurant you want in the search bar and click “Check Availability.” ©Disney From there, you can select a date, time, and party size to see what’s available. You can also go to “All Dining” online and enter your date, time, and party size then click “Search Times” to see all of the restaurants available at that time. ©Disney You will need to have a ticket and Park Pass Reservation for the park that the restaurant is in to be able to make the reservation. You’ll then confirm your time slot, which means you’re all set! Click Here for More Info On How to Make a Disney World Dining Reservation! Hurry and grab dining reservations soon, because we’re willing to bet they’ll go fast for this popular day! And keep following DFB for more updates on dining in Disney World! Check Out the Ultimate (and Crazy) Game Plan for October 1st in 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 Where are you planning to eat on October 1st in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post 🚨 Dining Reservations are OPEN for Disney World's 50th Anniversary! 🚨 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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July was a BIG month for Disney World fireworks. Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Happily Ever After at Magic Kingdom and EPCOT Forever at EPCOT both returned on July 1st! Although both of these shows are closing in September, we have some new nighttime shows to look forward to for the 50th anniversary celebrations. Fireworks have been missing from Disney’s Hollywood Studios since it reopened last year, but now they are BACK! Earlier today, we saw Cast Members putting tape down to create a walkway for fireworks crowds. Tape is going down! About an hour before fireworks start, we started to see crowds gather. A look at the crowds As the sun started to go down, more and more guests were getting ready for the fireworks! Fireworks Crowds Here’s another look at the crowds for the return of fireworks and another nighttime show. The show originally debuted in Hollywood Studios as part of its 30th anniversary back in 2019, and we’re so glad its back! Mickey! Although a reopening date for Fantasmic has not been announced yet, other entertainment is returning to the park soon. The Beauty and the Beast stage show will return in mid-August, and there is plenty of other entertainment coming back to the other Disney World theme parks. We’ll continue to keep you updated on the latest Disney entertainment, so stay tuned to DFB! Are Happily Ever After Fireworks Truly Gone For Good 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 excited about the return of fireworks at Hollywood Studios? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS & VIDEOS: Fireworks Are BACK at Disney's Hollywood Studios! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve had an AH-MAZING month in Disney World. Fireworks in Magic Kingdom! Of course, any month in the Most Magical Place on Earth brings us a LOT of news. From entertainment updates to restaurant reopenings, we’re looking at the four most UNEXPECTED things that happened in Disney World in July! 1. The Announcement of the END of Happily Ever After. True, last month we were SHOCKED to hear about the news of the new Disney Enchantment fireworks show coming to Magic Kingdom for the 50th Anniversary and we knew that show would be replacing Happily Ever After. What we DIDN’T know is that Happily Ever After may be confirmed as gone for GOOD. Disney Enchantment ©Disney In July, however, Disney confirmed that Happily Ever After and EPCOT Forever will both CLOSE in Disney World this summer before they “sparkle into Disney history.” That language sure sounds like these shows won’t return! Cinderella Castle! Happily Ever After’s final night will take place on September 29th. The show opened in 2017 and will close just four years after its debut. For reference, the previous show Wishes ran for 14 years! EPCOT Forever will end on September 28th. What a surprise! Want to learn more about the end of Happily Ever After? Click here. 2. The Return of a Hollywood Studios Nighttime Show…but Not Fantasmic! In other nighttime spectacular news, we were pretty surprised to hear about the return of the fireworks show at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Wonderful World of Animation. But, we were even MORE surprised that this show is returning BEFORE Fantasmic! Wonderful World of Animation In fact, we still don’t have a return date for the mega-popular Fantasmic! at all. Last we saw, the entire Fantasmic! theater was drained and though a few permits were filed for the theater, there have been no signs of work wrapping up. Fantasmic! at Disney’s Hollywood Studios We miss Fantasmic! a WHOLE lot so hopefully, the show returns soon. Of course, we’ll keep you updated with any updates and at least we’ll get to watch Wonderful World of Animation again! Click here to learn more about the return of Hollywood Studios fireworks! 3. A LOT of Restaurant and Attraction Reopening News! Right now, reopening announcements seem pretty commonplace as Disney World continues to step towards full operations. Still, we were NOT expecting the BIG number of reopenings that were announced during July! Of course, the month saw some reopenings of its own, but there are still more to come! Columbia Harbour House Over the course of July, it was announced that Columbia Harbour House in Magic Kingdom will reopen on August 5th, Toledo — Tapas, Steak & Seafood at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort’s Gran Destino Tower will reopen on August 5th, Pizzafari in Disney’s Animal Kingdom will reopen on August 2nd, AND Yachtsman Steakhouse at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort will reopen on August 5th! Toledo Beyond that, some attractions were announced as reopening. Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor at Magic Kingdom will reopen on August 8th and Turtle Talk with Crush at EPCOT will reopen on August 21st. AND, Boardwalk patrons will be pleased about the reopening of Atlantic Dance Hall at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn on August 6th! Turtle Talk with Crush Whew! That’s a LOT of reopening news. None of these individual items gave us too much of a shock, but altogether we were surprised by the number of announcements! To learn more about attraction reopenings, click here! 4. Masks returned to Disney World. This last one definitely caught us by surprise. Late in July, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated guidance to recommend that vaccinated people wear masks inside once again in high-risk areas — like Florida. Face Masks on Mine Train Shortly after, Disney World announced that they would once again require masks indoors, on attractions, and on most transportation for all guests vaccinated or not. The rule went into effect on July 30th. So, somewhat unexpectedly, masks are once again required in many areas of Disney World. To learn more about this update, click here. And there you have it! That’s the news that REALLY surprised us in July! As always, keep an eye on DFB for allllll the latest Disney World updates. Want to learn more about restaurant reopenings? Click here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What news surprised you in July? Tell us in the comments! The post The 4 MOST Unexpected Disney World Announcements from the Last Month! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Drop Off Pool Bar, located at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, offers cocktails, slushies, and milkshakes! It’s the perfect spot to grab a treat to beat the heat and cool down by the pool. The Drop Off Poolside Bar The last time we visited, we really enjoyed this spot’s summertime offerings, even if there was an unwelcome surprise in one of them! They’ve had some creative drinks in the past, like the Bacon and Bourbon Spiked Shake! Today, we stopped by The Drop Off to check out two new drinks available this month: the Orange Vanilla Shake and the Reefside Punch! Like the rest of the Art of Animation Resort, The Drop Off is themed after animated films from Disney and Pixar! The section of the resort where The Drop Off is located is themed after Finding Nemo. The bar is named after the famous drop off in the movie, where the reef ends and the open ocean begins! Some of the Nemo theming at Art of Animation Each month, the bar offers different specialty cocktails. The two newest drinks are available for August! New drinks! First, we tried the Orange Vanilla Spiked Milkshake, which is available for $13! This drink is a vanilla milkshake with Svedka Vodka, Bolts Triple Sec, and Minute Maid orange juice topped with whipped cream and a candy orange slice. Orange Vanilla Shake This shake was AMAZING! It tasted just like a Creamsicle and it had just the slightest vodka flavor. The presentation was on point and the details (like the candied orange on top!) really made this drink stand out. The rim with white chocolate and orange sprinkles was a cute touch. The shake is pre-mixed with the booze, but we couldn’t tell by tasting it. If you love orange milkshakes or Creamsicles, you gotta give this one a try! The Orange Vanilla Shake Also, we tried out the Reefside Punch, which is available for $15! This drink is Svedka Vodka, Cruzan Mango rum, Minute Maid Lemonade, and grenadine shaken with a souvenir glow cube. Reefside Punch This one was good! We wish the presentation was on the same level as the last drink, but this is still a great tart cocktail. The subtle mango flavor and the lemonade give this drink a nice sweet-tart flavor! You can certainly taste the rum and the whole drink gives off a strong tropical vibe. If you love mango and want a tropical drink that isn’t overly sweet, give this drink a try! Refreshing! Overall, the two new drinks from The Drop Off Pool Bar were great! We recommend stopping by and giving them a try, especially if you’re staying at the Art or Animation or Pop Century just across the bridge! We’re keeping up with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned here for more! Click here to see ALL the Disney World Rides and Hotels That Are CLOSED 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. What do you think about the new drinks at the Drop Off? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: If You Like Creamsicles, You've GOTTA Try This BOOZY Shake in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Thinking of visiting Disney World in September? Well, there are a few things you should know before you go. We’re On Our Way Ahead of your trip, you’ll want to book your Park Passes and see if availability has changed, make sure you’ve got all of your dining reservations set up (and see if any restaurants have reopened since your last visit), and you’ll want to take a look at the latest construction updates. But, one of the biggest things you’ll need to figure out is your travel arrangements. Wondering what it will cost you to fly to Disney World in September? We’re breaking down all the information you need to know right here! This article would be far too long if we looked at every single airport in the United States (or in the world). So for purposes of this post, we looked at some of the biggest airports in the US and compared what it would cost to fly from each one (on different airlines) in September. Specifically, we looked at the same airlines and airports as we did for our post about airfare costs to visit Disney World in August. Flight from Orlando We mainly checked the prices for a flight departing on September 9th (Thursday) and returning on September 13th (Monday), essentially a quick weekend trip. This weekend was fairly representative of much of the month in terms of cost. There were some more expensive days right at the beginning of the month, and one date (the 17th) that showed higher roundtrip prices when compared to the other days according to Expedia.com, so just keep that in mind. ©Expedia.com — This was for our search for flights from New York Also, keep in mind that each airline comes with its own set of perks and/or drawbacks associated with its ticket prices. So, some airlines may charge you a bit more but their base ticket will include seat selection and a carry-on bag (and even some checked bags in certain cases), while others will offer cheaper tickets without those options. That can all factor into the cost and your choice in selecting an airline. Also, these costs are generally the base price but there may be additional taxes, fees, etc. Time to Fly Also note that for each of these airlines, we took a look at the least expensive combination of flights (i.e. the cheapest departing flight combined with the cheapest return flight) and the most expensive combination of flights. You may, however, be able to/need to set up a different combination of flights — perhaps a cheaper departing flight but slightly more expensive returning flight, depending on your needs. Orlando International Airport For Southwest specifically, we only looked at the “Wanna Get Away” options that were available. For Delta, United, American Airlines, and Spirit we ended up utilizing the Google flight search feature. Since that was from the Google flight search feature, be aware that prices may be cheaper or more expensive when you visit each airline’s respective website to book. Also, all of our prices are round trip costs. Alright, let’s get started! New York (JFK or LaGuardia) Southwest: For Southwest, we found flights from La Guardia to Orlando during the time period we checked. The cheapest flight (under the Wanna Get Away type) was about $223.96 per person, round trip. The most expensive was $736.26 per person. Delta: From what we saw, the cheapest combination from Delta was from La Guardia to Orlando and it was priced at $137. One of the most expensive combinations was from JFK and it was priced at $1,145 round trip, though there was another for $695. United: For United, the cheapest combination was priced at $155 from La Guardia. The most expensive set of flights from La Guardia to Orlando (and back) for this trip were priced at around $873. Southwest Airline Policies American Airlines: From La Guardia airport, you could grab a flight to Orlando (and back) for $137 round trip. One of the most expensive flights (to and back to La Guardia) was priced at $668. Spirit: If you’re looking for some very cheap flights out of New York, Spirit had some options from La Guardia for $86 round trip. The more expensive options were around $304. Los Angeles (LAX) Southwest: For Southwest, the cheapest flight during our proposed time from LAX to Orlando (and back) was $235.97 per person. The most expensive flights were priced at a combined total of $863.96. Delta: For Delta, the cheapest combined flight from LAX to Orlando was about $221 per trip, while the most expensive was $761. United: United was priced even cheaper at around $199 for a round trip from LAX. Its most expensive option was around $844. Orlando International Airport American Airlines: Flying out of LAX on American Airlines will cost you a bit more it seems. The cheapest flight was $256 round trip, while one of the most expensive flights was $855. Spirit: Spirit Airlines wins again with the cheapest flights here, with the least expensive combination priced at $136 from LAX. One of the more expensive options was priced at $617. Chicago O’Hare (ORD) Southwest: From Chicago O’Hare, Southwest’s cheapest combined flight was $206.97, while the most expensive combination of departing and returning flights was $700.26 per person. Delta: The cheapest Delta combination of flights was $213 round trip, while the most expensive was $597. United: From Chicago to Orlando, the cheapest combination of United flights was priced at $157 round trip. The most expensive trip was around $644. Travel Advisory Sign in Orlando Airport American Airlines: American Airlines’ cheapest flight combination here was priced at around $202 round trip, while one of the most expensive combination of tickets was priced at $744 round trip. Spirit: Spirit’s cheapest combo of flights could get you out of Chicago, to Orlando, and back for $74 round trip. The more expensive options were priced at $257. Dallas (Love Field or Fort Worth) Southwest: Departing from Love Field, the cheapest combination of flights for our proposed days was $203.96. The most expensive combo was priced at $859.46. Delta: With Delta, the flights we looked at departed from Dallas Fort Worth. For a flight with Delta from Dallas to Orlando (and back), you’re looking at around $235 for a round trip, ranging up to $664 per round trip. On the Plane United: United was priced at $266 round trip in terms of its cheapest options. But there were other flights that went all the way up to $716 per person. Again, these were out of and back to Dallas Fort Worth. American Airlines: From Dallas Fort Worth, American Airlines had cheaper flights priced at $240 round trip, with other options going up to $722 per trip. Spirit: Out of Dallas Fort Worth, Spirit Airlines had some round trip flights to Orlando priced at $92. The most expensive options were around $306. Atlanta (ATL) Southwest: From Atlanta, the cheapest combination of flights from Southwest was priced at $165.96. The most expensive mix of flights was priced at $532.96. Delta: Delta was priced a bit cheaper than Southwest (at least according to Google) and was $137 for the cheapest round-trip flights. One of the more expensive combinations was priced at $427. United: Out of Atlanta, the cheapest combination of flights on United was priced at $224, but the most expensive was $774. Face Mask Sign in Seattle Airport American Airlines: American Airlines had a fairly cheap option out of (and back to) Atlanta, priced at $162 round trip. One of the most expensive flights was priced at $690. Spirit: Spirit’s flights from Atlanta could send you to Orlando and back for $53 round trip. More expensive options were priced at $433. Denver (DEN) Southwest: Out of Denver, Southwest’s cheapest flight combo was priced at $217.96. The most expensive combination of “Wanna Get Away” priced tickets was $859.46. Delta: The cheapest combination from Denver to Orlando from Delta (and back) was priced at $215 per person, while the most expensive was $577. United: Want to fly United out of Denver to Orlando (and back)? The cheapest flights we could find would cost you a total of $217 per round trip, while some of the most expensive flights were priced at $741. Orlando International Airport American Airlines: American Airlines flights from Denver were priced at $252 round trip in terms of the cheapest option, and ranged all the way up to $676 round trip. Spirit: From Denver, it seems the cheapest Spirit flights were at around $135 round trip. The most expensive flights were around $347 round trip. Orlando International Airport What we did next is averaged together all of the prices on the cheaper end from all of the airports, and then did the same for the more expensive prices. Altogether, the average price to fly to Disney World in September ranged from about $181.86 on the cheaper side, to $664.48 on the more expensive side. Again, keep in mind that this will all depend on where you’re flying from, what type of tickets you buy, what days you decide to fly, and other factors. And keep in mind that these prices can and will fluctuate daily! Orlando International Airport Spring Break Crowds If all this planning just seems like too much hassle, you could reach out to our friends at Small World Vacations! They can help you plan your trip to Disney, answer all of your travel questions, and they know about all the latest deals and discounts so they could potentially help you score some great deals. Plus, all of their travel agent services are FREE! We’ll continue to work on rounding up more information like this that you can use to help plan your next trip. Keep an eye out for more updates from us. Click here to see 7 things at Disney World that cost less than you think. Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! 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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. Disney and LEGO have come up with some epic creations together, from Winnie the Pooh’s home to epic Spider-Man sets! ©Amazon Today, we spotted new LEGO sets on shopDisney, here are a few of our latest finds! The LEGO Boba Fett’s Starship, available for $49.99, is based on season 2 of The Mandalorian and features Boba Fett’s ship and Minifigures of Boba Fett and the Mandalorian! ©shopDisney Celebrate the hit Disney+ show and have fun with this new set! This one is perfect for older kids who love Star Wars. Click here to shop Boba Fett’s Starship! For the princess lovers out there, there’s a LEGO Anna and Elsa’s Frozen Wonderland set available for $39.99. The set features Anna, Elsa, and Olaf riding on a sled, going down slides, and having all sorts of fun! ©shopDisney The set also features three Snowgies! This is great for the young kids who are starting to grow out of DUPLO and are looking for something a little bit more complex! Click here to shop Anna and Elsa’s Frozen Wonderland! Speaking of DUPLO, shopDisney also has a LEGO DUPLO Spider-Man Headquarters for $29.99! The set features Spider-Man with a motorcycle, Spin (AKA Miles Morales), and Ghost-Spider (AKA Gwen Stacy) at their cute little headquarters with a slide! ©shopDisney The set also features a Daily Bugle newsstand, a camera, and a web-shooter string! This is perfect for the little superheroes who aren’t quite ready for smaller LEGO pieces! Click here to shop the DUPLO Spider-Man Headquarters! There are TONS of other LEGO sets that just dropped on shopDisney, so be sure to check them all out! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news, stay tuned here for more. Click here to read the ultimate Disney Christmas shopping list! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of these new Disney LEGOs? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney Just Dropped a TON Of New LEGO Sets Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s pretty hard to resist cupcakes and ice cream when Sprinkles has some of the best around Disney World and Disneyland! Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream The bakery in Disney Springs and Downtown Disney rolls out monthly flavors that we can’t help but look forward to each time! And, now that July’s flavors have come and gone, another set of limited-time treats have popped up on the menu! Sprinkles is bringing back some of our childhood favorites with its August 2021 flavors baking up at the store! (And, we want every single one of them!) We won’t pass up the opportunity for a returning fan-favorite! So, we’re happy to welcome the Cookie Cupcake back to the bakery from now through August 8th! It’s the perfect treat for the moments you can’t decide whether you want cookies or cupcakes with its chocolate chip studded yellow cake, cookie crust, brown sugar frosting, and cookie crumbles. ©Sprinkles Speaking of our favorites heading back to Sprinkles, the Circus Animal Cupcake will make both kids and grown-ups as happy as ever! It will head back to the bakery again from August 9th through August 22nd with that sweet birthday cupcake, strawberry buttercream, rainbow sprinkles, and a Mother’s Circus Animal Cookie to garnish! ©Sprinkles In order to round out those childhood favorites, the August flavors wouldn’t be complete without an ice-cream themed cupcake too! The Banana Split Cupcake is also returning at the end of the month from August 23rd through September 6th. It tastes like a mini sundae with its banana cake filled with marshmallow, and topped with strawberry frosting, chocolate ganache, crushed peanuts, and a maraschino cherry! ©Sprinkles But, if you want Sprinkles delivered directly to your doorstep, you can snag nationwide shipping on the Banana Dark Chocolate Assorted Dozen too! It’s the perfect gift to send to your loved ones or a sweet way to treat yourself from August 3rd through August 28th. ©Sprinkles We’ll give you a look at all the other new and exciting treats coming to the Disney Parks soon! In the meantime, stay tuned with DFB for the latest dining and Disney news! There’s a catch to the NEW cookie at Gideon’s Bakehouse in 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’s your favorite flavor of Sprinkles’ cupcakes? Let us know in the comments below! The post Fan-Favorite Cupcakes Will Return for a Limited-Time in Disney World and Disneyland! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is constantly updating rides and hotels around the parks, so we do our best to keep you updated on what’s going to be closed for refurbishments during your trip! Construction Walls in EPCOT We found all the rides and hotels that are scheduled to be closed in August! If you’re heading to Disney World soon, take a look at this list so that you know what to expect! In August, the only park that has scheduled closures for rides is Disney’s Magic Kingdom. Magic Kingdom Hall of Presidents In the Magic Kingdom, the Hall of Presidents is still closed, and it’s scheduled to be closed through August. Although it’s on the refurbishments calendar throughout all of August and into September, a recent update gave us a first look at the new President Joe Biden animatronic and stated that the ride would be opening in August! ©Disney When Disney releases more info on that timeline, we’ll let you know! The Hall of Presidents has been closed for a bit! Walt Disney World Railroad Another ride in Magic Kingdom that’s been closed for a while is the Walt Disney World Railroad. It’s been closed because of construction on the upcoming TRON Lightcycle Run ride, which interfered with some of the railroad tracks in Tomorrowland. Walt Disney Railroad Steam Train “In Residence” at Main Street, U.S.A. Station We did see some of the coverings over the Main Street Railroad station come down last week, which might be some progress on the refurbishment of the Main Street, U.S.A. station! Partial scrim removed! The TRON ride isn’t expected to open very soon, though, so we might not see the WDW Railroad opening soon either! TRON Construction Main Street Confectionery And speaking of Main Street, U.S.A., the Main Street Confectionery is also scheduled to be closed for all of August due to updates happening inside! Construction Walls in Magic Kingdom If you’re hoping for a sweet treat in Magic Kingdom, you’ll have to look elsewhere! We’d recommend a sundae at the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor or the waffles and funnel cakes at Sleepy Hollow Refreshments! Main Street Confectionery That’s it for rides and attractions that are closed in August! Keep in mind that, although no other rides or attractions are scheduled to be closed, some still may be closed at times due to weather or technical problems! We’ll do all we can to keep you updated on what we see in the parks each day! Now let’s take a look at all the hotels in Disney World that will be closed in August! Hotels Disney’s Polynesian Resort At Disney’s Polynesian Resort, there’s just a little bit of construction left from their big refurbishment this year! We’ve seen updates to the resort’s lobby, new Moana-themed rooms, and the return of the fan-favorite ‘Ohana restaurant located inside! Now all that’s missing is the Polynesian Resort Monorail Station. Monorail Station The Monorail station is still undergoing refurbishments, and it will not be open in August. There are other transportation options, like buses and walking paths. If you’re hoping to ride the Monorail from the Polynesian, you can head to the Transportation and Ticket Center or the Grand Floridian Resort Monorail Stations, which are both within walking distance! Disney’s Contemporary Resort The Polynesian is nearing the end of its refurbishment, but Disney’s Contemporary Resort is nowhere near finished yet! The Contemporary is updating guest rooms with a new Incredibles theme, and they’re adding updates to the first floor lobby as well! Until late September of this year, the front desk check-in and concierge will be on the second floor instead. Incredibles Room ©Disney One of Contemporary’s restaurants, The Wave…of American Flavors is also closed in August since it’s getting refurbished as well. It is scheduled to be open in time for the 50th Anniversary Celebrations, which begin in Disney World on October 1st! If you love the Wave’s breakfast, never fear! It’s available now, being served in the California Grill, also located in the Contemporary Resort. To make reservations, go to the Wave’s page on the Disney World website and follow instructions for reservations! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge and Villas Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House have been closed to most guests since Disney World reopened (but the DVC rooms have been open). They are both scheduled to open on August 26th, 2021! Animal Kingdom Lodge Reservations are open now for both of these resorts! Disney’s All-Star Resorts Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort is open now, but the All-Star Sports and Music Resorts are still closed. All-Star Music will reopen on September 16th, 2021… All-Star Music Resort …and All-Star Sports will reopen on December 9th, 2021. All-Star Sports Entrance Reservations are open for both of these resorts now, even though the resorts themselves aren’t open until later this year. Disney’s Port Orleans Resorts Two more Disney World resorts that have been closed since last year are reopening soon! Disney’s Port Orleans – French Quarter and Disney’s Port Orleans – Riverside will both be reopening in October, so neither will be open in August. Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter You can make reservations now for when the resorts open, which will be October 14th, 2021 for Riverside and October 28th, 2021 for French Quarter. Disney’s Old Key West Resort At Disney’s Old Key West Resort, the lobby is undergoing refurbishment. Old Key West Lobby During the first phase of this update, the main lobby is still open and guests can continue to check in like normal! For the second phase, the front desk and concierge will be moved to the den area near the lobby. Cast members will be there to help if you get a little lost! This refurbishment is expected to last through late September of this year. Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort At Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort, the lobby and port cochere (drive-up entrance) will be closed in August. Saratoga Springs Lobby Magical Express will still pick up and drop off guests at the port cochere, but guests who are driving their own vehicles will be directed to check-in at the Disney Vacation Club Preview Center. The main lobby will be closed as well, with the front desk and concierge services available in the hallway instead. This construction is expected to last through October 2021. Saratoga Springs As a side note, the spa at Disney’s Saratoga Springs is still not available. That’s it for the hotels and rides that will be closed in Disney World during the month of August! Keep following DFB for more updates on what’s happening in Disney World! Click Here to See What’s New in Hollywood Studios This Week! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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”One man’s trash is another man’s treasure”, and that is SO true with us over here at DFB, because we LOVE Disney Trash Cans. Trash Cans from Avengers Campus We are the kind of people that are over here collecting all of the trash can Christmas ornaments, and we are NOT ashamed to say it. With that obsession comes an observant eye, and today, something caught our eye in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Have you ever spotted the Buzz Lightyear Trash Cans in Toy Story Land? They are super fun for Toy Story fans! That’s not flying, it’s falling with style! Typically, you would find these trash cans inside of the queue of Alien Swirling Saucers but it looks like they now have a matching pair outside the entrance as well for everyone to enjoy! Oooooohhh, Trash Cans! These caught our eye because the typical trash cans in Toy Story land look much different. It looks like it is made of building blocks, which is perfect to match the land. Now all we need are some more character trash cans! The theming is perfect! We can’t help but love these Buzz Lightyear-themed trash cans in Toy Story Land! Let us know if you have spotted these before and stay tuned for all news on Disney trash cans here! Click Here to Check Out These New Toy Story Ears at Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What is your favorite trash can at Disney World? Let us know in the comments below!The post Are These the BEST Trash Cans in Disney World? You Tell Us! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World’s Skyliner service is a convenient way to get between parks like EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios as well as resorts like Disney’s Caribbean Beach, Riviera, Pop Century, and Art of Animation Resorts. Disney Skyliner The service is reliable and consistent…most of the time, but it has had its fair share of closures and issues. However, today we were taking the Skyliner when it closed due to weather — here’s what we experienced! When we boarded the Skyliner from Hollywood Studios to EPCOT, a Cast Member announced that the Skyliner may be closing soon due to thunderstorms in the area, and that there would be bus transportation to our final destination. Halfway to EPCOT while we were at the station at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, the Skyliner service was stopped due to the weather. Storm clouds rolling in… Cast Members went along the line and asked for the last name and the number of people in each party. A complimentary bus was being sent for guests heading to EPCOT, and buses came to take guests to the other Skyliner resorts, and EPCOT resorts including the Swan and Dolphin. They were taking names! While we waited, the Cast Members set up a makeshift ring toss game for the kids using cones! We waited about 40 minutes here before the shuttle to EPCOT came, so Cast Members were quick to set up a game to keep the kiddos occupied. Fun times while we wait! After all the remaining guests were retrieved from the Skyliners, all of the gondolas were gathered up and shut down. Everything is shut down for now Eventually, our shuttle got here and we headed to EPCOT! If you are trying to travel from Hollywood Studios to EPCOT like us and you think there might be a chance the Skyliner will close, we recommend walking, taking a bus, or hopping on a boat so that you don’t get stuck in this situation. The shuttle is here! Also something to keep in mind — the bus dropped us off at the main EPCOT entrance, so it will be a long walk if you wanted to be near International Gateway (where the Skyliner typically takes you). Grab a bus to Disney’s Beach Club Resort instead, and it’s a short walk to the International Gateway entrance! In total, it took us 66 minutes from when the Skyliner closed to get to EPCOT. EPCOT This is the first time we have personally experienced this when the Skyliner stops service, and we wanted to share our experience in case this happens on your vacation! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more! Click here to read about the Disney Springs store that changed location AGAIN 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 Skyliner shutdown? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Our Experience When the Disney Skyliner Closed For Weather Today first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Ready to live out all of your Star Wars dreams? It sounds like Disney World’s Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser (a.k.a. the Star Wars hotel) will be just the place to do that! We Can’t Wait to “Board” This Ship So far, we’ve heard a few things about Galactic Starcruiser. We know about some of the cool activities you’ll get to do on board, some impressive lightsabers you’ll get to see, and some of the spots where you’ll be able to eat or grab a drink. This week Disney released a video including even more details about the experience! But, there’s still a LOT we don’t know! Like, how much will this whole thing cost? Is there a space pool? And so much more. So today we’re sharing a list of 50 BURNING questions we have about the Star Wars hotel! What We Do Know Before we get into our questions, let’s briefly recap some of the things we do know. While we call this the “Star Wars Hotel” it’s not really a traditional hotel. Instead, you’ll want to think of Galactic Starcruiser more as like a cruise-type experience. During your 2-night stay in space, you’ll be transported to a galaxy far, far away where you’ll get to live out your own Star Wars story. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Concept Art ©Disney You’ll get to say hello to all kinds of unique characters including Kylo Ren, Rey, and Chewbacca; learn how to wield a lightsaber; visit the bridge of the ship and operate its defense system; and even hold secret meetings! ©Disney There will also be spots for you to enjoy tasty treats, the opportunity to go on a trip to Batuu, and more. We’ve seen hiring posts for some of the people that are set to appear on the ship, a permit filed that could signal a big step forward for the project, information about signage coming to the hotel, and photos of what the hotel looks like now and what its guest rooms will look like. We’ve even seen a sneak peek at some of the food that will be on board! ©Disney via IAAPA Expo 2020 Presentation We also recently learned that the hotel is set to open in the Spring of 2022. Click here to see more concept art, photos, and details about the Star Wars hotel! Our Questions Alright, so that’s a peek at what we know. But what about ALL of the things we don’t know. There’s a LOT. Here are just 50 of our burning questions! 1 — What happens when the fire alarm goes off? You are supposed to be fully immersed in the world of Star Wars while onboard, but that doesn’t mean there won’t be real-world protections for earthly problems, like fires. How will you be able to tell if there’s a true fire emergency versus some kind of imaginary, in-world emergency that might happen as part of the story? ©Bioreconstruct via Twitter (@bioreconstruct) If the fire alarm goes off do you suddenly walk from your ship in space to…Central Florida? Is Disney doing anything to attempt to preserve the illusion of space while (of course) making guest safety the top priority? 2 — How will they handle people who may get sick? It’s never ideal to get sick during a Disney trip, but it can happen. At a normal Disney World hotel, a parent or other member of your party could leave to a local store to get medication, or even order medications to be delivered to the hotel. How will that work on the Halcyon (the name of the ship you’re on during this intergalactic adventure). Can you order medication to be delivered? Will you need to request special permission before heading to urgent care? Of course, we expect Disney will make guest safety a top priority, but we wonder how the technicalities of this will work. Another Look at the Halcyon We’re also curious if there will be a nurse or other health care professional “onboard” to help with anything that might arise during the trip. 3 — Can You Buy a Toothbrush in Space? Traditional Disney hotels have a small section of (often very pricey) essentials in case you forget anything — i.e. toothbrushes, toothpaste, diapers, etc. Will we have that in space? We expect the answer is yes, but we’re curious to know all the details. 4 — Can You Get Things Delivered? This is another big one. Oftentimes, guests will get groceries, diapers, essentials, food, and more delivered directly to their Disney World hotel rooms (rather than go to a local store and get it in person). Will you be able to do that with the Star Wars hotel? 5 — Is there a pool? Disney really hasn’t mentioned anything about there being a pool in space. But, for many people, a hotel stay isn’t complete without a dip in the pool. Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser So, will there be a pool in space? Perhaps (to keep the illusion) an indoor pool surrounded by stars?! 6 — Is there a smoking area? Smoking is not allowed indoors in Disney World and is not allowed inside the theme parks. There are now designated smoking areas outside the main entrances of the parks and in certain outdoor areas at the hotels. So, how will it work for Galactic Starcruiser? Will there be an outdoor smoking area, and if so, how will that be handled? Will those who wish to smoke just have to step outside the hotel and break the illusion of being in space? 7 — What’s the refund/cancellation policy? We are familiar with Disney World’s traditional hotel cancellation policy and its cruise cancellation policies, but what will the cancellation policies be for this, since it is a sort-of hybrid, unique experience? We also wonder what happens if a kid gets scared while onboard. It can happen. You might plan this trip, get your whole family excited, and then 5 minutes in your kid is absolutely TERRIFIED and wants out. Will you have to just eat the entire cost of the experience? Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser Atmosphere ©Disney What happens if a guest becomes claustrophobic if to “keep the illusion” guests are encouraged/essentially required to stay in the Halcyon for the entirety of their trip? Will they be able to get any kind of refund if they decide it’s not right for them? 8 — Can you leave to go to the parks or do other things? Again, this is not a traditional hotel. With this being a FULL 2-day experience “in space” our understanding is that the Halcyon is not a hotel that you can leave in the morning to hop on a bus and head to Magic Kingdom. In a sense, you’re “trapped” during your two-night stay. What happens if a guest doesn’t want to play along and wants to leave and go to the parks? Or maybe 3 out of the 4 guests in the party are excited to do all the Star Wars things but 1 member of their group really just wants to use the hotel as a traditional hotel. What happens then? Star Wars Galactic Star Cruiser Cabin ©Disney Do guests have to agree to stay on the Halcyon throughout their entire trip? Will guests have to get special permission to leave? How will Disney handle all of this? We know that guests will be transported to Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios as part of the experience, but are they supposed to stay in Galaxy’s Edge, or can they explore more of the park? And, relatedly, will there be transportation to and from the hotel and other parks or Disney Springs? We have MANY questions. 9 — How much will it cost? This is sort-of the $1,000,000 question. Since it is a cruise-type experience, it would make sense for it to have cruise-type pricing, but Disney hasn’t released any exact details yet. Some of our readers think it will cost $10k and their first born child though, so we’ve got a solid range of potential prices there. We also recently learned that food WILL be included in the overall cost. 10 — How will it work for those special experiences? We’ve heard about some of the amazing experiences you’ll be able to have onboard like lightsaber training and operating the defense systems in the bridge. So, that makes us wonder — how will those experiences be handled in terms of crowds? ©Disney Presumably, the entire ship can’t all do lightsaber training at the same time. So, will there be a virtual queue? A physical queue? A sort-of FastPass system? Or maybe a set itinerary for each guest with a scheduled time to attend the activity? It’s unclear. 11 — What other food and restaurants will be available? So far, we’ve really only heard about the Crown of Corellia Dining Room and the lounge that guests will be able to experience onboard. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Food and Beverage Sneak Peek ©Disney We’ve also seen a sneak peek at the food onboard and heard that it’s inspired by Star Wars locations and will be part of the story itself. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Food Sneak Peek ©Disney But what about other dining spaces? Will there be a variety of quick service spots available? What about a snack stand or two (or three or four)? Will there be a spot to grab coffee whenever you need some? 12 — What will the costume rules be? We know that guests will be allowed to dress up in character aboard the Halcyon, but we’re curious to know just how much people can dress up. What will the costume rules be? Will they be more similar to Disney’s policies during their Halloween party events? What will the limitations be on things like masks? Guests can get really into cosplay and paint their faces as part of the costume, so will there be face painting available to really get you fully in the Star Wars mood? Concept Art for the Galactic Starcruiser Dining Room Will there be certain dress code guidelines or requirements for things like the dining room or lounges — like how there is a formal night on some Disney cruises or rules regarding what you can wear to spaces like Palo? Imagineers have said that guests are free to get into costume or just wear whatever they’d like, so will the experience feel less real when some guests don’t dress up? And what happens if 50 people show up all dressed as Luke Skywalker? 13 — What’s the deal with parking? Where will guests park their cars exactly? Will valet service be available so that maybe you can really stick to the Star Wars experience? ©Bioreconstruct via Twitter (@bioreconstruct) Will there be both self-parking and valet services available, or perhaps just one? 14 — What other characters will we see? So far, based on some of the posters and concept art, as well as hiring posts, we’ve seen it looks like there will be droids, Chewbacca, Kylo Ren, Rey, and some new Star Wars characters on the ship. ©Disney But, who else will be there? Will we see characters from different times in the Star Wars universe? Will we get to see Padme Amidala in one corner, but Poe Dameron in the next? Or will they stick to a singular timeline that links up with Galaxy’s Edge? Imagineers have said that it’s an experience for people who love the classic Star Wars films along with those who love the newer ones, so how will that work in terms of the timeline? Photopass Spot WHAT ABOUT BABY YODA?! Will we see more than just the PhotoPass experience that was available on Galaxy’s Edge?! 14 — What will the guest cabins look like and how many different types will there be? So far, we’ve gotten a look at some concept art for the guest cabins… Star Wars Galactic Star Cruiser Cabin ©Disney …and even an image of a mock room, and later a cabin that was in progress. ©Disney via IAAPA Expo 2020 Presentation But, we’ve also seen some concept art in the past of what appear to be larger-sized guest rooms. Star Wars Hotel concept art ©Disney So, how many different types, sizes, or configurations will be available? And what will they look like? Also, how many guests will each room hold? We’ve mainly seen what appear to be rooms that will hold about 4 guests. Will there be rooms for guests who have larger families or will connecting rooms be available? Or will guests have to split up their parties into smaller groups to go on this adventure? 15 — Other than those like 4-5 activities we’ve heard about, what else will there be to do? So far, we’ve heard that guests will be able to: dine in the Crown of Corellia Dining Room, check out the space lounge, visit the bridge and operate the defense systems, learn how to wield a lightsaber, have secret meetings or explore areas like the engine room, see Star Wars characters, and take a trip to Batuu. But, exactly what else will there be to do onboard? 16 — Will any Disney characters appear? We’ve heard about some of the Star Wars characters that will appear, but what about Disney characters? Jedi Mickey at Star Wars Jedi Mickey Character Dinner As in, will we see Mickey dressed as a Jedi or Minnie dressed as Princess/General Leia Organa? 19 — Are meal times scheduled like on a cruise or do you just eat whenever? This goes hand-in-hand with our question above about what restaurants will be available. But, we’re curious — will there be scheduled eating times (at least for dinner) like a cruise? Will guests make reservations for select dining experiences if they want to go? Or are guests free to just eat whenever they want? Or will there be a mixture of all of the above? 20 — How will daily activities be scheduled? This is also a question that is related to one above where we asked about potential virtual queues or other scheduling things related to the big activities — lightsaber training, etc. But, this is more about ALL of the activities on the ship (not just the bigger ones). How much flexibility will guests have in terms of the activities they want to participate in and when they want to participate in them? How strict will schedules be? Will there be any mandatory events? ©Disney Will you be able to spend as much time as you want doing a specific activity, or will there be time limits? Without time limits, we have a feeling some folks might spend the entire day lightsaber training, so we’re curious to see how Disney will handle it. 21 — How will meet-and-greets be handled? In the photos we’ve seen it looks like Star Wars characters are just everywhere, walking around, and fully immersed in the story. This would provide for a very immersive/organic meet-and-greet type of situation. But, will it actually be like that? Star Wars Resort Concept Art Lounge Or will the meet-and-greets ultimately end up being more structured? 22 — Is there going to be a stunt show? In the Disney casting call for actors to play Kylo Ren and Rey, they noted that actors with experience or knowledge in stage combat, martial arts, and more were encouraged to attend. So, will there be a stunt show similar to some of the things we’ve seen in Avengers Campus? 23 — What exactly will the price include? We don’t know what the pricing for the Star Wars hotel will be yet, nor do we know what the pricing will ultimately include. Will it only include eats and drinks from certain locations (or only certain eats/drinks)? Will there be up-charges for specific places or items? 24 — Will you be able to get Mickey waffles? Or maybe Star Wars waffles? Darth Vader Waffles with maple syrup 25 — Is there a set time guests have to return to the hotel on their “excursion” day to Batuu (sort of like port days for a cruise)? 26 — Will there be pin trading? Star Wars Resistance Pin 27 — How small are those bunk beds?! The rooms seem pretty stripped down and the bunk beds look TINY (at least from the photos). ©Disney (Posted by Jeff Vahle via Instagram @jeffvahle) How comfy are the beds in the rooms? Will an adult fit on those bunk beds (or even just a large kid or teen)? 28 — Will there be room service available and will the cost be included in the overall price of the experience? 29 — Will guests who are not Star Wars fans really (truly) enjoy it and understand what’s going on? What Star Wars movies or shows should you watch to really “get it”? We expect that the experience will be made for guests with a whole range of Star Wars knowledge — from those who don’t know what a lightsaber is to those who can hold a full conversion with Chewbacca in his native language. But, what will the experience REALLY be like for those who don’t know very much about Star Wars and (depending on the cost) will the price be worth it for them? Imagineers have said that the experiences is made for “people who love Star Wars and people who love people who love Star Wars,” but will it really be fun for someone who has no idea who the characters are? Even though Disney has said you can enjoy it casually or really dive deep in, it seems like a casual experience would still be a lot of Star Wars content for someone who’s not that interested in it! 30 — Will guests’ performances and actions on Batuu really impact their experiences onboard (and vice versa)? How so? From what we know about the interaction of Batuu and the Galactic Starcruiser, guests will get to know more backstories about the rides in Galaxy’s Edge and interact with cast members and characters while they’re there! What will these interactions look like? And how will they impact what happens onboard the ship? Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios 31 — How many people will be “on board” at a time? 32 — What happens if a guest doesn’t like the food options available? Will they be able to leave and get food from another restaurant nearby? This sort-of ties back to the flexibility in terms of leaving the Halcyon but also focuses on the type of food and availability of options that will be on the ship. 33 — How long is the experience — when will guests be allowed to check-in and when will they check out? 34 — What will the front desk situation be like? Will there be a typical front desk? Where will guests go if they need a question answered and they’re not really looking for the Star Wars-themed answer? Star Wars Resort Concept Art 35 — Will there be luggage delivery similar to the system used on cruises? In the concept art of the guests heading to the Starcruiser, there doesn’t appear to be any luggage. So, will luggage be collected at the front and delivered to your room like on a cruise? Launch Pod to the Starcruiser 36 — Will we get to lightsaber duel with other guests (not just do training exercises)? Imagineers have mentioned that there will be “iconic Star Wars action” especially between the characters onboard the ship. Will guests get to be part of that action? Or will they just sit back and watch the fights? 37 — How will the situation work with service animals? Due to legal requirements, our understanding is that guests should be allowed to bring their service animals to the hotel. But we’re curious to know how what rules will be in place for service animals onboard. Most importantly, we gotta ask it — where will they…you know…poop? Okay, we said it. Listen, it’s a necessity of life! We know the human passengers will have restrooms (presumably all in the appropriate theming) to use, but what about the service animals? Will there be an indoor relief area? An indoor-outdoor spot? Or will service animal owners have to “break” the illusion and take them outside into an un-themed area? 38 — Are there TVs in the rooms? From the photos we saw of a mock room, it looks like the screen on the left could serve as a TV, but it hasn’t been confirmed yet. If there is a TV, will the TVs show normal TV channels (like will we watch the regular news in space) or is it going to be all in-theme Star Wars stuff? ©Disney via IAAPA Expo 2020 Presentation 39 — Will guests be able to freely explore the ship or are there restrictions? Disney has talked about having secret meetings in cool locations and really being fully immersed in the story. That makes it sound like there will be more freedom in terms of what guests can explore. But, it’s unclear how many restrictions there will be. Presumably, you can’t hang out on the bridge at 3:30AM, or can you? Recently Disney shared that you don’t have to dress up and that you don’t have to be part of the bigger story if you don’t want to. “So many different ways to engage, you don’t have to participate if you don’t want to.” So, it looks like there will be a bit of freedom to create your own schedule onboard. We will be on the lookout for more specifics. 40 — Can you opt-out of the immersion in the story and role-playing with a wristband or something? Let’s say 2 people in your party are okay with hanging out in the Galactic Starcruiser for a few days but they want nothing to do with the role-playing games. Maybe they don’t want to be treated as though they’re really a passenger on an intergalactic spaceship, and they definitely DON’T want characters coming up to them and talking “in-character” to them. We know that the experience is meant to be fun for people of all engagement levels, but how will other people and characters know who wants to be really into it and who doesn’t? Will those guests be able to “opt-out” of the immersion by signaling that they’re there to relax but not be in character with a wristband or a pin or something? According to Disney, yes. But again, we don’t have specifics! Disney has shared that, “You can be as causal about this as you want or dive as deeply as you want to.” 41 — Are you allowed to use your cell phone normally? Will there be any restrictions since, ahem, you are in SPACE?! Think of the roaming charges people!!! But seriously, will my iPhone with a Minnie Mouse case throw off the whole theming? ©Disney 42 — So many food questions. Will it all be pricey and uniquely named space food? A.k.a. no chicken, just Endorian Tip Yip. Will there be “normal” coffee drinks available in the mornings? Are there mickey bars in space? And, the most important one of all…WILL THERE BE PLASTIC CHEESE?! A cup of plastic cheese! We’re bringing you the real heavy hitters here, folks. 43 — How do split stays work? Will Disney transfer your luggage to/from the Star Wars Hotel? How will transportation to the hotel work? 44 — Can you book an extended stay? So far, Disney has shared that this will be a 2-night experience. Will you be able to extend that stay at all? Or at least book back-to-back stays? If you do book back-to-back stays or even stays within a few days of each other, will you just relive the same experience over and over again? Presumably, Disney will make things different to Like what if you book to stay for 6 nights? Would you just relive the same 2-day experience over and over again? 45 — Will Cast Members be fully immersed with special space terms and more? This was a big thing that we experienced in Galaxy’s Edge when it first opened. We feel like that has softened a bit in terms of certain aspects with the level of the immersion, so how will the Star Wars hotel handle things? Cast Members! 46 — How accessible will the whole ship and its experiences be for guests who use wheelchairs or other items to help with their mobility? While we expect there will be certain accommodations made due to legal requirements, we’re curious to know how the entirety of the ship (including its special experiences) will work for those with specific needs when it comes to accessibility. 47 — What about babies or toddlers? Will parents be expected to bring their babies and toddlers to all of the experiences/will babies and toddlers be allowed into all of the experiences (a.k.a. will there be any age limits or restrictions)? Will there be child care services like on a cruise, maybe only for those that are very young? 48 — Will “regular” resort amenities exist? Will things like online check-in, Wi-Fi, housekeeping, etc. be available? Check-In Sign Also, will you use a MagicBand to pay for items, enter your room, or other activities? 49 — Will you need a Park Pass reservation for your excursion to Batuu? Also, if and when you get off in Batuu, presumably you’ll be able to explore the land and venture around. So, can you conceivably just leave and hop to another park as well? 50 — Can people not staying at the Star Wars hotel dine there or visit under any circumstances? These are just 50 of the burning questions we have about the Star Wars hotel, but we’ve got more and we’re sure we’ll come up with more in the upcoming days, weeks, and months ahead of its opening in 2022. We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more news about the Galactic Starcruiser experience and let you know what we find! Click here to see what you need to know before you stay at 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. What questions do you have about the Star Wars hotel? Tell us in the comments! The post 50 Burning Questions We Have About Disney World's Star Wars Hotel first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Who’s in the mood for some shopping? Let’s go hit up Disney Springs, shall we? Disney Springs Here we can get pretty much anything our heart desires, from fun bath and body products to all the Disney merchandise our heart desires to designer bags to jewelry to more! If you happen to be looking for some fun and stylish accessories for your wrist, look no further than Rustic Cuff, which offers up a ton of bracelets, bangles, cuffs, and other accessories. This shop has had a history of moving ALL over the place — first it was a pop-up kiosk, then it got a storefront that was replaced by Gideon’s Bakehouse, then it went back to a kiosk, and then Rustic Cuff got a brand new storefront! But now, the store has moved yet AGAIN. New Rustic Cuff location You can now find Rustic Cuff at Town Center between francesca’s and L’Occitane en Provence. Inside, there’s plenty of space and light to keep you browsing to your heart’s content. Lots of space And check out the cool Gumball Machine! Gumball machine! You’ll find a good selection of pretty cuffs… Cuffs …as well as a ton of other fun accessories. So much shopping to do, so little time. So be sure to pop in the next time you’re at Disney Springs. And we’ll let you know if any other stores changing locations or if any new stores show up! Nordstrom is Selling OLD Disney Souvenirs for Ridiculously High Prices! 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 the new Rustic Cuff store yet? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS! One Disney Springs Store Has Changed Locations AGAIN first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is home to some amazing rides like Avatar Flight of Passage in Pandora, Expedition Everest, and Kilimanjaro Safaris! We love Animal Kingdom! With the return of Festival of the Lion King and the announcement of a new daytime show coming for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary, now there’s more reason than ever to visit Disney’s wildest park! If you’re planning to see all that Animal Kingdom has to offer, though, you’ll need some delicious food along the way! Never fear — we’re here to help you find the best food possible! Let’s start out with some quick service dining options! Quick Service Restaurants Flame Tree Barbecue First up, we’ve got Flame Tree Barbecue! Like you’d expect, you can get awesome barbecue here, including smoked chicken, ribs, pulled pork, hot links, and more! The portions here are BIG, so this place is great if you’re pretty hungry! Flame Tree Barbecue serves up hearty eats for a good price! Mobile order is an option here, and right now Disney is reallly recommending that guests use it! One of favorite thing we’ve had here, though, won’t be on the menu! It’s a mash-up of two Flame Tree dishes we designed ourselves! Smoked Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese Sandwich We don’t want to sound too proud, but it’s probably the best thing you’ll ever eat. Just sayin’. Check Out Our Review of Flame Tree Barbecue — Including Our Own Creation(!!) — Here! Harambe Market Harambe Market is a counter service restaurant that has some healthier options! So if you need a little break from all the delicious battered, fried, and sugar coated treats at Disney World this is a great place to get some plates that feature rice, veggies, and grilled meats! Harambe Market We got a Ribs and Chicken bowl here that we loved! Other options include grilled vegetables, a beef gyro, and tikka masala! Harambe Market Ribs and Chicken Bowl We’d love to tell you more about the options and atmosphere of this place! Click Here to See Our Full Review of Harambe Market! Pizzafari Pizzafari is reopening soon in Animal Kingdom! It’ll reopen with a new menu, so be sure to check it out before you head back! Spaghetti and Meatballs Cupcake A lot of the same dishes will still be available like their pizza! There are also some salads, pasta dishes, and a new Parmesan Chicken Sandwich! Click Here to See the Changes to Pizzafari’s Menu! Pizzafari in Disney’s Animal Kingdom There are a lot of family-friendly options here, and there’s a new Blue Lagoon lemonade that we’re excited to try! Pizzafari pizza! This is a great option if you’re dining with a big group, but it does get a little pricey! Check out our full review for more details on that! See Our Pizzafari review Here! Satu’li Canteen Satu’li Canteen is a quick service restaurant in Pandora, the world in Animal Kingdom styled after the movie Avatar. It has plenty of inside dining space, so it’s a really good option if it’s a little too hot or rainy outside! And the inside has some really fun Avatar-themed decor! Satu’li Canteen The main dish you’ll see here are the build-your-own bowls filled with your choice of meat, grain, and sauce. These bowls are super tasty, but that’s not all we’ve loved at Satu’li Canteen! Combination Bowl at Satu’li Canteen! We also love the Cheeseburger Pods here! The pods are steamed buns with a filling that tastes just like a cheeseburger! There’s also a kids’ meal that has just one Cheeseburger Pod, so if you’re looking for a smaller meal it’s a good option! Check Out Our Review of Satu’li Canteen Here! Pongu Pongu Pongu Pongu is also in Pandora in Animal Kingdom — not far from Satu’li Canteen! This is a good option if you’re after some drinks or lighter snacks, although our favorite snack isn’t exactly small… That’s one BIG pretzel. We love the Colossal Pretzel with beer cheese sauce from here! There’s also the Pongu Lumpia (a sweet spring roll flavored with pineapple) and the Night Blossom — a super popular non-alcoholic drink with flavors of apple and pear limeade! Pongu Pongu So if the hearty Satu’li Canteen bowls are a little too much for your snacking needs, we’d recommend Pongu Pongu every time! See Our Review of Our Favorite Pongu Pongu Snack Here! Restaurantosaurus We would recommend eating at Restaurantosaurus — we would not recommend trying to spell it. Oof. But the food here is pretty good! It’s especially a good pick if you have picky kids, as the menu items are mostly things like hot dogs, chicken nuggets, and cheeseburgers. Restaurantosaurus We think the best part, though, is the lounge, where you can get drinks instead! We LOVED the Pineapple Upside Down Shake that we got there recently! Drink up! We’ve tried several drinks, but our favorite one isn’t on the regular menu! We shared our secret menu find in a review, and we want to tell you all about it! Check Out Our Review of the Secret Drink at Restaurantosaurus! Table Service Restaurants Nomad Lounge Nomad Lounge is a bar connected to Tiffin’s in Animal Kingdom, and it’s one of the best-kept secrets of the park! The Lounge has some delicious drinks and also serves the Tiffin’s Signature Bread Service! Nomad Lounge We’ve had some unusual dishes (like this interesting soup!) and some great drinks here like this spicy margarita! SPICY But recently we went off the beaten path and tried some food — from the kid’s menu! Don’t judge, we’ve all wanted to order off the kid’s menu sometimes! See Our Review of the Nomad Lounge Kid’s Menu Here! Tusker House Tusker House recently reopened in Harambe Village in Animal Kingdom! We went back to check on some of our old favorites there, and we were not disappointed! It really does feel like you’re outside Some of the best things we had were the bread service, the house-made mac ‘n’ cheese, and the Moroccan spiced beef! More Bread! It’s also a character dining spot, so if you’re hoping to see Mickey and the gang while you eat, this is the place for you! Read Our Review of Tusker House Here! Yak and Yeti Yak and Yeti is actually a sort of controversial restaurant! It has a great atmosphere with some really fun decor. Yak and Yeti This is a spot where you just need to know what to order and what to avoid! The Hibachi Steak and Shrimp got a big thumbs up from us! We tried some of their newer menu items like the amazing Ahi Tuna Nachos… NACHOS! …and we’d love to share what we thought with you! Click Here to See Our Review of Yak and Yeti! Tiffins Tiffins is a fancier restaurant with prices to match, but we think the unique atmosphere and tasty food make it worth the extra pull on our wallets! Tiffins If you’re not sure where to start on the menu, we’d love to share some of our favorite dishes with you! Spiced Chickpea Falafel Appetizer Spoiler Alert: One of our favorite things here is the spiced chickpea falafel appetizer! Click Here to See Our Full Review of Tiffins! That wraps up our list of the reviews we think you should check out before you head to Disney’s Animal Kingdom! We hope you have a great time and eat some delicious food while you’re there!! Keep following DFB for more tips on dining in the parks! Click Here to See 15 DFB Reviews You Have to Read Before Visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios! 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 Animal Kingdom food are you going to try? Let us know in the comments! The post 10 DFB Reviews You HAVE to Read Before Going to Disney's Animal Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’ve been following us for a while, you know certain Disney snacks get us REALLY excited! Corn dog nuggets at Hollywood Studios? Yes! We can’t turn down a new Dole Whip flavor or pass on macaroni and cheese. Actually, we can’t pass on anything involving cheese. We also can’t say no to Mickey pretzels or churros, and you bet we’ll continue to talk about Corn Dog Nuggets. So here’s the thing — we typically see Corn Dog Nuggets at the Magic Kingdom…and not really anywhere else. From time to time they will pop-up in other places, but you can usually count on Magic Kingdom to have them! Although their home is usually Casey’s Corner, we also found them at Westward Ho when Casey’s Corner was closed (they’re now back at Casey’s, though, since it reopened). Corn dog nuggets at Casey’s But today, we found Corn Dog Nuggets at Disney’s Hollywood Studios (and to say we were thrilled is an understatement). And where did we find them? They’re being served up at KRNR The Rock Station near Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster. KRNR The Rock Station Although these aren’t on the regular KRNR menu, we spoke with a Cast Member who told us they’ve had the Corn Dog Nuggets for a few weeks, but the placard hasn’t been out very often. But the placard was out today! There they are!!! So we ordered them to see how they compare to the Corn Dog Nuggets we’ve had at Magic Kingdom. They certainly look the same. They look good. These also come with plastic cheese, and you know how we feel about that. We LOVE this stuff They also come with a side of chips — we chose Doritos Nacho Cheese, because, well, MORE CHEESE. We’ll have some cheese with more cheese, please. But there are other chips available if Doritos aren’t your thing. Chip selection So how do these Corn Dog Nuggets taste? Let’s dig in! We dipped a nugget in the cheese to find out. These are the same Corn Dog Nuggets we’ve loved at Magic Kingdom — they tasted the same! Dip that baby in the cheese So if you’re looking to fulfill a Corn Dog Nugget craving and find yourself at Hollywood Studios, head on over to KRNR The Rock Station and grab these for $8.99. Now if the other parks could just get this wonderful snack! But if they do, you know we’ll be the first to let you know, so stay tuned! 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 Corn Dog Nugget fan? Let us know in the comments! The post Where To Get Corn Dog Nuggets WITHOUT Visiting Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

In honor of Spider-Man Day (Aug. 1), swing into the action with the new "Spidey and his Amazing Friends" photo wall, adding to more Super Hero fun throughout Hollywood Land in Disney California Adventure park, just around the corner from Avengers Campus.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/37gn8auUAgcView the full article