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Disney World has a LOT going on for the 50th Anniversary! ©Disney October 1st will bring us new resort perks, new fireworks shows, and even a new daytime show and now we know about ANOTHER exciting happening that will join the celebrations! For the past few months, it’s been a pretty regular sight to spot Disney characters “Caravanning Around the World” to visit the different Disney World Resort hotels to bring some joy to guests. Pluto and Goofy! With the 50th Anniversary celebrations, you can be on the lookout for visiting pals, like Goofy and Pluto, in their 50th Anniversary EAR-idescent costumes! ©Disney Ahh! They’re so cute! We can’t WAIT to see these cuties hanging around the resorts to celebrate the big anniversary! As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates about the 50th Anniversary! Click here to learn more about Disney World’s 50th Anniversary! 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 to see these pals? Tell us in the comments! The post NEWS: Surprise Character Visits Coming to Disney World Hotels Throughout 50th Celebrations! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hello from Disney’s Animal Kingdom! How gorgeous is this?! We’re here checking out anything new that pops up around this beautiful park, so come with us to see what we found! Animal Kingdom Food Updates Restaurantosaurus Over in DinoLand U.S.A. we found the perfect sweet treat to cool you down in the hot summer heat (hey, we rhymed!). Take a look at the new Pineapple Upside-Down Shake from Restaurantosaurus! Drink up! It’s a vanilla milkshake with pineapple caramel sauce, cake crumb-coated rim, pineapple wedge, whipped cream, and a cherry on top! A lovely summer treat This was absolutely delicious, but we did think it could have a little more pineapple flavor for $8.99! Click here to read our review on the Pineapple Upside-Down Shake! Eight Spoon Cafe Eight Spoon Cafe reopened a few days ago in Animal Kingdom, but we just wanted to remind you about the incredible Baked Macaroni & Cheese with Pulled Pork because, hello, YUM! This is making us hungry… The macaroni also comes with coleslaw, pickles, and barbecue sauce on top. Could you ask for a better view to eat mac n cheese? You can get it over at Eight Spoon Cafe for $6.79! Click here to read our full review of the reopened Eight Spoon Cafe! Anandapur Ice Cream Truck We spotted this patriotic Star-Spangled Sundae at the Anandapur Ice Cream Truck! Grab the pic quick, before it melts! The sundae is blueberry and vanilla soft-serve ice cream with a strawberry compote, served in a waffle-cone bowl! Great for Independence Day! It was SO GOOD. We highly recommend this sundae while you’re trying to get in the spirit for 4th of July! Get it for $6.49. Click here to read more about the Star-Spangled Sundae Animal Kingdom Merchandise Updates Riverside Depot While shopping around Riverside Depot, we found these ADORABLE Disney Tails Pet Graphic Tee featuring Minnie Mouse and Daisy Duck! The best of friends! Are you kidding us with this cuteness?! You can let your doggo know they’re your bestie for $24.99! Where’s our matching shirt? We also found this cool Stitch Hat, which has some GIANT ears! You won’t get lost in a crowd with this thing on! And it has a bill that flips up showing Stitch’s mouth, creating an illusion that looks like he’s…about to eat you? Do you have something to say, Stitch? It’s definitely an interesting piece of headware! You can grab it for $24.99. Click here to see this amazing Stitch treat we found for 626 day! And then we found this odd Stitch Sculpted Mug the other day, and we can’t decide if it’s cute or weird! Hi, Stitch! You could put a cookie in his mouth while you drink tea! But the inside is more shallow than it appears. Not as much space as you would think! You can get the Stitch mug for $22.99! Click here to read more about the Stitch Sculpted Mug! Animal Kingdom Additional Updates: Pandora The drums in Pandora no longer have stickers on them telling you not to touch! Here’s what they looked like before: Pandora Drums And now the stickers are gone! Pandora drums However, when we tried to hit them, the sound effects weren’t working…maybe soon though! We wanna make music! That’s all we have for what’s new in Animal Kingdom! We’re here allll the time, so stay tuned to DFB to see what other delicious goodies or fun merch we find! Click here to see which Animal Kingdom spot just got a reopening date! 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 summer treat looked the best to you? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New in Animal Kingdom: 2 New Treats and an Adorably Strange Stitch Mug first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

While many experiences have returned to Disney World since reopening, one BIG perk has been missing. Cinderella Castle That’s Early Entry for Disney World resort guests! The perk allows guests staying at Disney World hotels to enter the theme parks BEFORE regular guests. Disney recently announced that Early Theme Park Entry would be replacing the former Extra Magic Hours, and now we’re getting a peek at what this revamped perk will look like! We already know that Early Theme Park Entry will let Disney World resort guests enter each theme park prior to park opening. Animal Kingdom This new system is set to begin on Disney World’s 50th anniversary on October 1st of this year along with the kick-off of 50th Anniversary celebrations! Spaceship Earth The offering will give Disney World Resort hotel guests early entry into EVERY theme park EVERY day to enjoy select attractions, merchandise, and food and beverage locations. Guests will need a valid Disney Park Pass for the park that they enter for Early Theme Park Entry. Cinderella Castle These guests will be the first each day to take in that EAR-idescent theming for the 50th! Those attending should bring their Resort ID (MagicBand, Keys to the World Card, etc.). Slinky Dog Dash As we continue to learn more about Early Theme Park Entry at Disney World, we’ll keep you up-to-date! Stay tuned to DFB for even more Disney World news. 5 Important Tips For Early Theme Park Entry 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 Early Theme Park Entry at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Update on Early Theme Park Entry in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

With the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary celebrations approaching quickly, we’ve been seeing a lot of preparations and changes underway! Look at those sparkly details! Fireworks have returned to Magic Kingdom and EPCOT, Cinderella Castle has already gotten a royal makeover, and there are even more rides, restaurants, and shops to come when October 1st kicks off. But, even with all the exciting things announced for the 18-month long part-ay, some Disney-goers are wondering when perks like FastPass+ and Extra Magic Hours (or its upcoming replacement — Early Theme Park Entry) will come back. And, if you’re one of those folks, we’ve got a brand new update for you! Beginning in early October, the Disney World Parks will offer Extended Evening Theme Park Hours for select guests, giving them extra hours in the parks! Disney’s Hollywood Studios at night According to Disney, the new perk will only be available to guests who are staying at a Deluxe or Deluxe Villa Walt Disney World Resort hotel for the length of their stay. So, this will be an added perk for those staying in Disney World at a higher price level. EPCOT entrance at night At this time, Disney has not announced how much extra time there will be, what dates Extended Evening Hours will be available, or what parks will feature the perk. Guests attending Extended Evening Hours will need a valid ticket and Disney Park Pass for that theme park. Alternatively, they may visit with a Park Hopper as long as they scanned into their Park Pass-reserved park at some time earlier in the day. How gorgeous is this?! During the extended hours, select attractions, merchandise, and food and beverage locations will be available. Guests will need to bring a form of Resort ID such as a MagicBand or Keys to the World card. Magic Kingdom We’ll be keeping an eye out for more details on the new perk, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest! Check out more info about the 50th Anniversary right 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 excited about extended evening hours? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Extended Evening Theme Park Hours Announced for SELECT Disney World Guests! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s been almost one year since Disney World reopened to guests and things are starting to look a whole lot more “normal.” Hello, castle! Park hopping has been back since the new year, we’ve seen more fan-favorite restaurants announced their reopening date, popular spots like Casey’s Corner are back, and Disney just keeps on releasing exciting news. And, today they’re finally answering the elusive question — will the Disney Dining Plan come back to Disney World? Today, Disney announced they will begin offering a new Early Theme Park Entry perk for Disney World Resort hotel guests on October 1st, and in the announcement, they confirmed that Disney Dining Plan Packages WILL return! Mickey Pretzel That’s right, the beloved dining plan is coming BACK, baby! Disney has yet to announce an official update on the timeline for the perks return, but fans can rest assured knowing that they will be coming back. Dole Whip! Disney also shared that they will be continuing to reopen more dining locations in the resorts, so there seem to be many more Disney food updates to come! Of course, we’ll be keeping an eye out for updates on exactly when we’ll be treated to the return of the Disney Dining Plan, but for now, you can study up on all our tips and tricks for getting the most out of your Dining Plan once it returns. And, stay tuned for more Disney news and updates! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited about the return of the Disney Dining Plan? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney World Gives Update on the Return on the Disney Dining Plan first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Any Disney merchandise can be great but we especially love some Tower of Terror merch! You’ve now entered…The Twilight Zone The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror is an ICONIC attraction in Disney World and the spooky vibes make for some very cool merchandise. Whether we’re buying water bottles with a bellhop hat lid, color-revealing mugs, or Hollywood Tower Hotel leggings; we dig repping the Hollywood Tower Hotel. And now, a fan-favorite Tower of Terror souvenir has RETURNED! Earlier this year, we spotted these AMAZING Tower of Terror Minnie Ears that were released in Disney World — and they went FAST. We’ve seen these beauties restocked before and no surprise, they sold out AGAIN. Tower of Terror Minnie Ears Well, today, we dropped into Tower Hotel Gifts and THEY’RE BACK! Tower of Terror Ears These ears are $34.99 and available at the Tower of Terror gift shop RIGHT NOW but you’ll want to hurry! These ears will likely go fast again! Tower of Terror Ears As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney World updates, and hurry over to Tower of Terror if you want to snag these ears! Click here to see more of the Tower of Terror Ears! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be picking up a pair of Tower of Terror Ears? Tell us in the comments! The post GO! Tower of Terror Ears Restocked in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re just 93 days away from “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” in honor of Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th anniversary, but who’s counting? As we near this special milestone, we are excited to bring you more details on new benefits coming to the Disney Resorts Collection as part of the celebration.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/Otd6wP6TTsQView the full article

Can you believe it’s already July?! It has been a wild year! This year has been a pretty wild year for Disney World, with health and safety changes, reopenings, and big announcements for the 50th Anniversary. If you’re traveling to Disney World this July, there are some big things you need to know, and we’re sharing the full list with you today! The Flower & Garden Festival Ends After 4 months of festival fun, the 2021 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival wraps up on July 5th. So, if you’re heading to the parks before then, make sure to try all the foods still on your list and enjoy the beautiful topiaries while you can! The Flower & Garden Festival is drawing to a close. If you haven’t taken advantage of the show-stopping entertainment or tried out the scavenger hunts, make sure to do that in the next few days. And don’t forget to check out our “best of the fest” list! Here’s our “Best of the Fest” from the 2021 Flower & Garden Festival! The Food & Wine Festival Kicks Off And shortly after the Flower & Garden Festival wraps up, the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival begins on July 15th! This year’s festival will run all the way until November 20th, 2021 and there’s going to be plenty to do and see. Last year’s Food & Wine festival was very different! We’ve got an excellent lineup of food booths this year, and we expect to see some returning favorites on the menus in addition to some new delicacies. There will be plenty of activities and entertainment as well, so get to planning your trip! Here’s How to Budget for the Food & Wine Festival! Fireworks Are Returning! Recently Disney announced that fireworks are finally returning to the parks after more than a year-long hiatus! Two shows will be back beginning July 1st, and we can’t wait to watch them. Fireworks are already testing! Happily Ever After is premiering at Magic Kingdom nightly and EPCOT Forever will return to EPCOT for a limited time (until Harmonious opens on October 1st). It’s expected that the parks are going to be crowded, so be prepared if you want to visit on opening night! Learn About the NEW Fireworks Show Coming to Magic Kingdom Here! Health and Safety Measures Have Changed Recently, we’ve seen a lot of health and safety changes in Disney World. Temperature checks have disappeared, social distancing is being decreased around the resort, and masks are now optional for fully vaccinated guests in most areas. There are some big changes happening at Disney World! At this time, masks are still required for non-vaccinated guests indoors and all guests on Disney transportation like buses, the Skyliner, and the monorail. These procedures are frequently changing, so stay tuned to DFB to stay up-to-date! Here’s What the New Mask Policy Looks Like in Disney World! Disney’s Polynesian Resort is Reopening Disney has shared that the Polynesian Village Resort will officially be opening on July 19th. When the resort reopens, the regular guest rooms will be rethemed to Moana. ©Disney We already got a peek at this room refurbishment, but we can’t wait to see the rest of the details around the resort. The monorail station is getting a complete overhaul as well, and we’ve been watching the construction closely. Every Opening and Reopening Disney World Date — Click Here! A Fan-Favorite Restaurant is Reopening Ever since the resorts first reopened in the summer of 2020, guests have been eager to dine at ‘Ohana again. (Who can blame them with those noodles and bread pudding?!) Now that the Polynesian is reopening soon, ‘Ohana has announced a reopening date as well. We can’t wait to eat here soon! The fan-favorite restaurant is set to reopen July 9th, with some menu modifications. The character breakfast with Lilo and Stitch will not be happening at first, and there will likely be some changes to the restaurant’s operation. We’ll be there to cover it on reopening day. Click Here to Learn More About the ‘Ohana Dinner Menu! Disney’s BoardWalk Inn is Reopening And last on our list, Disney’s BoardWalk Inn finally has a reopening date. The villas have been open for quite some time, but the rest of the resort is coming back on July 2nd, 2021. Can’t wait to check out the BoardWalk! We’ve seen reopenings recently for the Beach Club Resort and Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, and Animal Kingdom Lodge is reopening in August. We’re still waiting on reopening dates for All-Star Music, All-Star Movies, Port Orleans Riverside, and Port Orleans French Quarter. Why Are Some Hotels Reopening Twice? Click Here to Find Out! That’s everything big you need to know about Disney World in July! If you’re planning a trip soon, then make sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest news and updates. 5 Big News Bombs You May Have Missed! — 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. When is your next trip? Let us know in the comments! The post 7 Things You Need to Know About Disney World in July first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Now that Disneyland has reopened and Avengers Campus has made its debut, the next big question when it comes to Disneyland is this — when will Disney announce its new membership program for guests? As of now, no new information about the new program has been announced. When will Disneyland announce its new membership program? Months ago, Disneyland announced it would discontinue its Annual Passholder program and moved existing Passholders into a group it refers to as “Legacy Passholders.” And until a new program is announced, Legacy Passholders have continued to get some benefits. These benefits include discounts on food and beverages, and most recently, were set to extend through June 30th, 2021. But those discounts have been extended again and now Legacy Passholders will be able to get those discounts through July 31st, 2021. According to the official Disneyland App: ©Disney Legacy Passholders can use their digital discount tickets on the app but will need to have their Annual Passport and a valid photo ID on hand. Discounts are dependent on which category Legacy Passholders fall into, either Discount A or Discount B. The Disneyland Band It also looks like Disney expects to continue extending those benefits until they’ve announced the replacement program. Previously, Disneyland Resort President Ken Potrock commented that the new program would be announced by the end of the year. So keep checking the app for updates! We’ll also do our best to keep you in the loop! Click Here To Learn About Disneyland’s Exclusive Hotel and Ticket Discount for Eligible U.S. Military Members Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Reopening April 30th California Residents Will Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Set to Open June 4th Click Here to See All the Rides That Will Reopen Initially in Disneyland Click Here to See All the Restaurants That Will Reopen Initially in Disneyland Disneyland Ticket Price Info and Blockout Dates Released Disneyland's Grand Californian Hotel Reopening Date Announced! Everything You NEED To Know About Wearing Masks at a Disney Park Join the DFB Newsletter To get all the latest Disney Park Closure News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Are you a Disneyland Legacy Passholder? Let us know in the comments! The post Disneyland Extends Legacy Passholder Discounts AGAIN first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney Springs is an awesome stop to grab all kinds of Disney merchandise, see live music, and — of course — find some delicious treats! Everglazed Bacon Donut! After all, once you’ve done all the hard work of picking out just the right new Disney mini backpack, you deserve to treat yourself! We saw a treat at Vivoli il Gelato in the Springs that is PERFECT for cooling off on a hot Florida day! Vivoli il Gelato is a family-run gelato shop that began scooping out its delicious gelato in Florence, Italy, in 1930! You can pick from more than twenty different flavors of gelato at this shop, but they also have shakes, waffles, and a bakery! Peanut Butter Cannoli at Vivoli Il Gelato It all sounds delicious, but we’ve got our eye on one treat in particular: the Tropicale Float! This float is made from coconut sorbetto, mango sorbetto, and San Pellegrino Aranciata Rossa, then topped with whipped cream and a cherry! ©Disney The tropical flavors should make it the perfect drink for celebrating summer in the Disney parks! It’s $11 at Vivoli il Gelato now at Disney Springs! We will be giving it a try tomorrow! And if it’s not quite enough to fill you up, we highly recommend the cookies and cream waffle, also at Vivoli il Gelato! It’s topped with gelato, whipped cream, and crushed cookies, and you can get one to share (because it’s BIG!) for $12! Cookies and Cream Waffle Once you’ve re-fueled with a float and a waffle, you’ll be ready to tackle the shops again! We’ll keep you updated with all the Disney snack essentials, so keep following DFB! Click Here to See the ONE Snack You MUST Get in Every Magic Kingdom Land! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite snack at Disney Springs? Let us know in the comments! The post A Coconut and Mango Sorbetto Float Has Arrived in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Tomorrow is a HUGE day for Disney World — maybe the biggest since pre-closure, and certainly one of the biggest until October 1st when the 50th-anniversary celebration begins. Epcot Forever Tomorrow brings fireworks back to Disney World!!! Not only will Happily Ever After light up the skies of Magic Kingdom once more, but EPCOT Forever is coming back to EPCOT. And like at Magic Kingdom, we’ve seen fireworks testing at EPCOT (there were SO many tears, y’all). AND EPCOT Forever will go through its final rehearsal and testing tonight before it starts back up tomorrow. And Disney has sent an invite to working EPCOT Cast Members to stick around for the big show! ©Disney Cast Members who want to watch the rehearsal (which happens at 11:30PM) must have their Cast ID out. The final rehearsal is also dependent on the weather, so Cast Members are asked to keep that in mind. But we’ll be there tomorrow night watching both big shows at Magic Kingdom AND EPCOT (and crying a lot more!) — so stay tuned for photos and videos! See How Disney World Changed The Fireworks Pre-Show Announcement Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be at Disney World soon to catch the fireworks shows? Let us know in the comments! The post Cast Members Will Get a Special Preview of EPCOT Forever TONIGHT! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We’ve probably all seen the Disney princesses and wished we could dress up like them… . Princesses in Magic Kingdom! And right now there’s a big online sale for kid’s Disney costumes and accessories! On shopDisney for just today and tomorrow, you can get up to $15 off select costumes, accessories, and toys! So if your kids are dying to dress up for their trip to see Cinderella Castle, now is a great time to grab all the princess dresses, tiaras, and magic wands you may need! ©shopDisney Here are just a few of the really cute costumes that we found on sale today! First is the Elsa Travel Costume for Kids, which is the outfit Elsa wears in Frozen 2! The costume includes the leggings and long-sleeved tunic with a faux suede belt! ©shopDisney There’s a sheer fabric layer over the tunic with icy designs along with a cape over the back! The costume comes in sizes 3, 4, 5/6, 7/8, and 9/10. ©shopDisney Elsa’s travel costume is usually $79.99, but you can get it now for $64.99! Click Here to Buy Elsa’s Travel Costume for Kids! No princess costume is complete without a tiara! We found Jasmine’s tiara on sale for just $11.99, down from $16.99! ©shopDisney Jasmine’s tiara has faceted gems, faux pearls, and the magic lamp design on the front! Can you spot the Genie hiding in the gold details? The metal headband has combs attached to the ends to help it stay on your princess’s head! The crown fits most kids and is about 2 5/8” H x 5 1/2” W x 5 1/2” L. Click Here to Buy Jasmine’s Tiara! We know a lot of princesses out there need something pink to visit the castle in! (Who doesn’t??) So we found the Aurora Costume for Kids! ©shopDisney Sleeping Beauty’s dress has a sequin-y bodice, gold trim, and layered tulle skirts that reach to the princess’s ankles! There’s also a gold brooch with glittery pictures of a crown and flower. ©shopDisney You can buy Aurora’s glittery dress in sizes 3, 4, 5/6, 7/8, 9/10, 11/12, and 13! It’s usually $49.99–$54.99 (depending on the size), but right now it’s just $39.99–$44.99! Click Here to Buy the Aurora Costume for Kids! And just in case you need something to bring the Disney magic back home, there’s the Minnie Mouse Sweet Treats Stand Play Set! ©shopDisney Minnie’s Sweet Treats Stand comes with all these accessories for your little one to play with: Double-sided stand Open/Close sign Cash register Cake stand Two-tier cake Cake slices Coffee pot Two plates Two spoons Two forks Tongs Two coffee cups To-go cup Two cakes Three cupcakes Four macarons Four coins Six bills Credit card Handbag Clock The stand is about 39 1/3” H x 24 3/4” W x 16 2/5”D and has sound effects on the cash register and an opening microwave door! ©shopDisney The stand is usually $79.99, but right now it’s just $59.99! Buy the Minnie Mouse Sweet Treats Stand Play Set Here! Remember — this big sale only lasts through tomorrow, July 1st, so grab your princess tiaras and playsets quick! We catch shopDisney sales pretty often, so keep following DFB and we’ll let you know when the next one is too! Shop the FULL costume sale 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. Which costume are you planning to buy? Let us know in the comments! The post Save BIG on Disney Costumes, Accessories, and Toys Online Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The title for the sequel to Disney’s Black Panther was announced last month, along with several other new Marvel movie titles! ©Disney | Marvel Black Panther: Wakanda Forever will return us to the land of Wakanda for a new movie coming soon. And this past Tuesday, Marvel took a big step with this sequel. According to Yahoo, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever has officially begun production! Marvel Studios began filming on Tuesday in preparation for the July 8, 2022 production date. Black Panther The Marvel Studios President, Kevin Feige, shared that he and the cast are excited to show the world more about Wakanda, but still very emotional about filming without Chadwick Boseman. Boseman, who played the title character in Black Panther and starred in the Avengers movies, passed away last year after a battle with colon cancer. T’Challa ©Disney In honor of Chadwick Boseman, the character T’Challa will not be recast in this sequel. Instead, the director plans to focus on other characters we’ve seen in the first Black Panther movie. Lupita Nyong’o played Nakia — a member of the Black Panther’s guard — in the first film and will be returning for the sequel. She emphasized the cast’s emotion over filming without Boseman and also stated that “the second movie is so respectful of the loss we’ve all experienced as a cast and as a world,” according to Yahoo. ©Disney We share the mixed emotions of sadness over Chadwick Boseman’s death and excitement for the story of Wakanda to continue in the upcoming film. As we learn more about the upcoming movie, we’ll share all the updates with you, so keep following DFB! Click Here to Read About the Tribute to Chadwick Boseman on Disney+ Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you excited about the next Black Panther movie? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ Began Filming This Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We sat down with Vivian Ware, Diversity & Inclusion Manager, who reflected on her journey helping launch one of Disney’s first-ever BERGs (Business Employee Resource Groups) more than 22 years ago, our PRIDE BERG.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/40PDYae9IQIView the full article

Over the past few months, things have greatly changed in Florida (and throughout the U.S. and the world) when it comes to COVID-19 and health/safety restrictions. Disney World Health and Safety Signage | May 2021 Distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine has continued throughout the U.S., masks are now optional in Disney World in most places for fully vaccinated guests, distancing measures have been reduced in the parks, and other changes have been made. Orange County, Florida (where part of Disney World is located) also eliminated its mask mandate after reaching certain milestones. So, what do COVID-19 case rate numbers and vaccination rates look like in Florida right now? We’re breaking down all the latest information here. We’re sharing a look at these COVID-19 numbers in Florida because we want all of you, our wonderful readers, who are planning a trip to Disney World to have the latest information on things that could impact your vacation. If you’re planning a trip to Disney World for this summer or maybe the 50th Anniversary celebrations, we want to make sure you’re as prepared and up-to-date on all the news that could impact your trip. This is why we cover weather updates, Florida news that’s not from Disney, and other non-Disney-specific travel updates. We hope this information is helpful and informative to those of you who are planning trips to Disney World in the future and are curious about some of these things. State of Emergency First, we want to note that Florida’s state of emergency, which was put in place due to COVID-19, has ended, as Politico reports. The order was in place for 475 days. COVID-19 Positive Cases According to data from the week of June 18th through June 24th, 2021 released by the Florida Department of Health, the total number of new cases for the week was 11,873. That brought the cumulative total of COVID-19 cases in Florida to 2,321,929. ©Florida Department of Health This number of new weekly cases for COVID-19 is actually an increase in the number of cases seen from the previous week and one of the higher numbers seen recently. For the week of 6/11, the number of new cases was 10,512. The week before that had 11,857 cases, and the week before that was at 11,479 cases. So this past week’s total number of new cases (11,873) is actually the highest number of cases seen in recent weeks. ©Florida Department of Health The new case positivity rate is also up. During this last week, the positivity rate was 3.8%. The weeks before that were at 3.3%, 3.4%, and 3.5%. So again, this is the highest number seen for a number of weeks. ©Florida Department of Health This data is strictly for Florida residents. Note that Florida no longer updates its COVID-19 numbers daily. As the New York Times notes, Florida now only releases weekly reports. Just 4 days ago, however, Fox 13 News reported that Professor Dr. Tomas Unnasch from the University of South Florida College of Public Health indicated that Florida is still averaging around 1,500 cases a day, “which is the highest level in the country right now.” WUSF Public Media has reported that the Delta variant now makes up 10% of all cases in Florida. COVID-19 Deaths In terms of deaths, for the week of June 18 through June 24th, there were 217 deaths reported, as noted by Fox 13 News. The total number of deaths in Florida due to COVID-19 is 37,772. COVID-19 Vaccinations In terms of COVID-19 vaccinations, 281,042 people were vaccinated during that week of June 18th. ©Florida Department of Health Overall, 57% of the Florida population ages 12 and over has received at least 1 dose of the vaccine. Cumulatively over 9,000,000 have completed their vaccination series in full, while 1,621,232 have received their first dose. The distribution of vaccines in Florida, however, dramatically decreased this past week as compared to the week before. During the weeks of June 11th, June 4th, and May 28th, over 400,000 vaccines were administered.This past week only saw those 281,042 vaccines administered. ©Florida Department of Health Of course, this situation (and these numbers) will continue to change and vary throughout the upcoming weeks and months. We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more updates and share those with you. Disney World Health and Safety Rules So, now we’ve shared a look at the Florida COVID-19 case numbers, positivity rate, and vaccine information. But what does the situation look like at Disney World in terms of their health and safety policies? These policies have changed a lot over the past few weeks. Here’s a quick break-down of the current rules. First, let’s go over the current mask policy. Currently, masks are not required for fully vaccinated guests in most locations. Fully vaccinated guests must, however, continue to wear masks on all Disney World transportation (including transportation entrances), except for Disney’s ferry boats. ©Disney Guests who are not fully vaccinated do not need to wear masks in outdoor common areas, pool decks, or on Disney’s ferry boats. ©Disney But, guests who are not fully vaccinated are required to wear masks upon entering and throughout all attractions, in all indoor theaters (including theater entrances), on all transportation except ferry boats (including transportation entrances, and in all indoor locations (including restaurants, except when actively eating or drinking). Click here to see our break-down of the current Disney World mask policy. Second, let’s take a look at Disney’s distancing policies. Disney World previously announced that they would be gradually reducing their physical distancing guidelines. Since then, we’ve seen distancing signs change (where specific mentions of “6 feet” distance have been removed or covered up) and we’ve seen Disney remove distancing language from their website. Distancing Changes Are Happening Throughout the Parks We’ve also seen distancing markers removed from many places throughout the parks, and many rides and shows have changed their distancing requirements. Essentially, in many rides and shows, guests are now being seated in every single row and in every single seat. No more near-empty boats on Pirates of the Caribbean! Single rider lines have also reopened at select rides. Third, a number of things that previously were unavailable have returned. For example, many pre-shows have reopened. Self-serve condiments have started to return in select locations. Self-serve water stations have become available in some places, and self-serve drink stations are back in some spots. The Stretching Room is Back in Action! Arcades have started to reopen in some hotels and even some play areas have reopened. Mask rules have also changed for Disney World’s Cast Members. Now, masks are optional for fully vaccinated Cast Members when working indoors and outdoors. Additionally, Cast Members are now allowed once again to hold guests’ phones or cameras to take their photos. Click here to see more things that have returned to normal in Disney World. In terms of capacity, Park Pass reservations are still required, but Disney has noted that they will be gradually increasing capacity over the next few months. All of these policies and rules are subject to change in the future. During your trip, be sure to check for any signs in the parks and resorts indicating what the current policies are. And be sure to stay tuned for more updates from us here at DFB. Click here to see what hotel availability and pricing looks like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary. 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Business isn’t booming yet for cruise lines out of Florida, but it’s not dead silent either like it has been for the last 15 months. Sailings from Florida ports including PortMiami, Port Everglades and Port Canaveral are set to expand in July and August to more than a dozen ships from lines like Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, MSC and even Disney. View the full article

The Disney Cruise Line has been on an extended hiatus due to health and safety concerns. But with recent developments in Florida, cruises could be setting sail in the coming months. The Disney Cruise Ship Dream at Castaway Cay With Disney Cruise Line’s June 29th test sailing being postponed, another change has also come to the Disney Cruise Line’s payment policies. For the remainder of the 2021 cruises, Disney Cruise Line will be extending its arrangements regarding final payment dates for more cruises. Previously, we had shared that guests with cruises booked through September 2021 would be able to make their final payment up to 60 days before sailing (as long as they were booked in an unrestricted stateroom category). Now, for all sailings through December 31st, 2021 (extended from September 2021), guests will be able to make their final payment until up to 60 days prior to sailing, provided they are booked in unrestricted stateroom categories. ©Disney What does this mean for you? It means that if you had a cruise booked for later this year, you’ll now have the benefit of not having to make your final payment up until 60 days prior to sailing. This can give you a bit more time to decide whether or not you want to change your cruise plans. Disney Cruise Line Wonder Ship No cruise trip is final until that final payment is made. With the ever-changing conditions of the world and the changing status of Disney Cruise Line’s availability, having the opportunity to not make that final payment up until 60 days before your trip can really come in handy. Animator’s Palate on the Disney Wonder Additionally, the cancellation fee schedule has also been relaxed for further into the year. Previously, we had shared that it was relaxed through September. Now, the relaxed cancellation fee schedule has been extended for all sailings through December 31st, 2021. Specifically, for all sailings through December 31st, 2021, the cancellation fee has been relaxed from beginning as early as 119 days prior to sailing to beginning 59 days prior to sailing for guests in certain room categories. You can see full information below. ©Disney Cruise Date Flexibility has also been extended for more cruises. For any sailings booked by July 31st, 2021, scheduled to sail on or before December 31st, 2021, guests will be able to change their sail date up to 15 days prior to departure. ©Disney Another development with Disney Cruise Line is the appearance of blackout dates for the Onboard Booking Credit, with multiple dates in November and December not offering the last-minute booking discount across the whole cruise line. We’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney developments! Stay tuned here for more! Click here to read about why Disney postponed their test cruise! 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! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think of the Disney Cruise Line’s new policy? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney Cruise Line Extends Final Payment Dates first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Casey’s Corner is a fan favorite spot that we love here at DFB! Located at the end of Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom, this spot serves up some seriously delicious corn dog nuggets, hot dogs, and of course, PLASTIC CHEESE! Casey’s is BACK! Recently, Disney announced the return of this beloved Magic Kingdom spot! And today, we’re FINALLY back at Casey’s you guys!! Come along with us as we show you the reopened hot dog spot. Casey’s Corner reopened this morning with the help of their amazing Cast Members! They even threw out the first pitch to get the party started. A tradition we were SO excited to witness! The First Pitch! They then got the crowd all hyped up before opening the doors! Let’s hear it for hot dogs! *crowd goes wild* Seriously, these Cast Members were SO FUN! Casey’s Cast Members Finally, the doors opened, and we walked back into the plastic cheese palace and up to the counter to get our mobile order. Of course we got all of the greatest hits, including CORN DOG NUGGETS (and plastic cheese, duh.)! We’re SO excited! We also scooped up a giant All-Beef Foot-long Hot Dog that we drenched in plastic cheese and ketchup with a side of fries… Just perfect! …and the Chili-Cheese All-Beef Foot-long Hot Dog… Isn’t it lovely?! …and a giant Baseball Brownie! Literally the size of a baseball, if not bigger! We also ordered the famous Frozen Mint Julep Lemonade to wash all this goodness down with. So refreshing! And that’s not even all we ordered!! We have a full review coming to you soon, so stay tuned to DFB to see how Casey’s is since the reopening! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of the reopened Casey’s Corner? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS and VIDEOS: First Look at a Reopened Casey’s Corner in Magic Kingdom! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

With all the reopenings happening around Disney World, there’s some entertainment coming back as well! Celebration of The Festival of The Lion King We’ve already seen the Festival of the Lion King return. Now another favorite from Disney’s Animal Kingdom is coming back — but not where you’d expect them! Wassalou is a contemporary Afropop band that performed daily in Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Harambe Village. You might have seen them performing on the stage close to the entrance of Kilimanjaro Safaris! They haven’t been performing there recently, as they stopped performances due to health and safety precautions. But they’ll be coming back soon! Just not to the same stage…for now. ©Wassalou Instead, the group will be performing at Disney Springs! Disney Springs Although they haven’t released details of the time or locations, Wassalou announced that they will be in the Springs on July 1st, 17th, 20th, and 29th! ©Wassalou on Facebook There’s usually a lot of live music going on at the Springs, so we’re excited to see more return! If you’ll be in Disney Springs on those dates, keep an eye out for the band so you can hear their fun, upbeat music again! There’s a lot going on with reopenings at Disney World, so keep following DFB and we’ll make sure to update you on all the new announcements! Click Here to See the New Theme at Citricos for its Reopening in July! 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 reopening are you most excited for? Let us know in the comments! The post A Beloved Animal Kingdom Band Will Be Performing in a DIFFERENT Location Soon! 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. You know we LOVE to let you know when there’s a sale going on at shopDisney so you can grab your favorite Disney stuff at a discount! I mean, who doesn’t love a sale!? So many ears… Right now through tomorrow (July 1st), you can get personalized Disney merchandise for a big discount!! Online at shopDisney, you can add personalization to select Disney products for just $2, down from $5.95! You’ll just need to use the code NAMEIT when you check out! ©shopDisney We found a few really cute items that can be personalized that you might want to check out! First, we found this Toy Story 4 Personalized Varsity Jacket for kids! Woody, Buzz, and Rex are joined by new friends from Toy Story 4, Ducky, Bunny, and Forky! The buttons on the front snap closed, and there is striped, ribbed fabric for the collar, wrist, and bottom hem of the jacket! Toy Story Varsity Jacket ©shopDisney The jacket is $36.99, and you can add personalization of up to 8 characters for just $2 extra! Click Here to Buy the Toy Story 4 Varsity Jacket! Next, we found the perfect accessory for a kid’s trip to the parks or day at school! It’s the Mickey Mouse Backpack! The backpack has two side pockets and one exterior zipper pocket with Mickey faces all over! The main compartment has double zippers as well! Mickey Backpack ©shopDisney The backpack is about 16” H x 12” W x 5 1/2” D. You can add personalization to one of the padded straps on the back! Personalization on Mickey Backpack ©shopDisney The bag is $29.99, and you can add personalization of up to 10 characters for $2 extra with code NAMEIT at checkout! Click Here to Buy the Mickey Mouse Backpack! Finally, for a day at the beach, we found a Mickey Mouse Beach Towel, which is also on sale for $12, down from $16.99! Personalized Mickey Beach Towel ©shopDisney The towel has bright blue stripes and a print of Mickey Mouse on the front, so you can take your favorite Disney friend to the beach! It’s about 29” W x 59” L. You can add personalization of up to 10 characters at checkout for just $2 with code NAMEIT! Click Here to Buy the Mickey Beach Towel! For all your personalized Disney merch needs, head to shopDisney by tomorrow — July 1st — to get personalization for just $2 with code NAMEIT! And we’ll keep you updated with all the new sales, so stay tuned! Click here to read about the BEST Disney DEALS on Amazon right now! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What are you planning to personalize on shopDisney? Let us know in the comments! The post Get Your Own PERSONALIZED Disney Merchandise for Just Right Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re looking for an excuse for a last-minute summer getaway to Disney World, this might just be it! Polynesian Lobby We know a Disney vacation can be expensive, which is why we’re constantly on the lookout for ways to save on your trip. And if you want to take advantage of these two BIG hotel discounts, you’ll need to act FAST! Annual Passholders Save Up To 35% Off Disney World Hotels — July 10th Calling all Annual Passholders! There’s still time to save up to 35% on Disney World hotel rooms through July 10th, 2021! Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort The exact discount varies by hotel, and the offer excludes the following room types: 3-bedroom villas, Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort, Cabins at Disney’s Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, and Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows. Disney’s Art of Animation Resort You’ll have to book by July 10th to take advantage of these savings, so don’t miss out! Click Here to Learn More About the Hotel Discount for Annual Passholders! Florida Residents Save 30% Off Select Disney World Hotels — July 10th The next chance to save big is available to Florida Residents! Florida Residents can save 30% on select Disney World hotel rooms for stays through July 10th. Mary Blair mural To book this discount, guests will need to be signed into their Disney account with a Florida address attached to confirm their eligibility. Wilderness Lodge This offer also needs to be booked by July 10th, so don’t let this chance to save slip by! Click Here to Learn More About the Florida Resident Hotel Discount! We’d say those savings are as good of a reason as any for a spontaneous Disney World trip! As always, we’ll continue to be on the lookout for more Disney deals and discounts, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest updates! Check Out More Disney World Deals and Discounts! 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! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg What Disney World hotel is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post It's Your LAST Chance to SAVE BIG With These 2 Disney World Discounts! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Lots of changes are being made at the Jungle Cruise ride in Disneyland and Disney World, but there is another BIG, new thing coming for Jungle Cruise fans very soon… Jungle Cruise Sign …the Jungle Cruise movie! So far we’ve shared a trailer for the film and some other details. But, now you can check out a special look at this movie with a BRAND NEW trailer. Jungle Cruise fans: there are lots of references to the ride in this trailer — see how many you can spot! Ready to see the true STAR of the Jungle Cruise film — the backside of water? Want to see a bit more about the story of this movie? ©Walt Disney Studios Then you’ll want to check out this new trailer for the Jungle Cruise movie presented by Skipper Frank himself, Dwayne Johnson! Check out the trailer below! Jungle Cruise will be released in theaters and on Disney+ (via Premier Access, meaning you’ll need to pay an additional fee to watch it) on July 30th! That’s just a month away! ©Disney We’ll keep an eye out for more updates on the Jungle Cruise movie and all things related to the Jungle Cruise rides as well. Stay tuned for all the latest updates! Click here to see the latest changes made at the Jungle Cruise ride in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you excited to see the Jungle Cruise movie? Tell us in the comments. The post VIDEO: Jungle Cruise Movie Gets NEW Trailer Full of Ride References! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Guess what?? runDisney announced this morning that in-person runDisney events are back. ©Disney After a year+ of virtual races, runners can return to the parks for in-person races again, starting with the 2021 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend! Here’s everything you need to know about the runDisney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend in Disney World! Theme It’s themed “Wickedly Delicious” and will celebrate all of your favorite Disney Villains! The races during this weekend include the Disney Wine & Dine 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and Disney Two Course Challenge. The Two Course Challenge includes the 10K and half marathon. There are both in-person and virtual options available for all four of the races this weekend! ©Disney Race Dates and Times The races will begin November 4th, 2021 and last through the weekend till November 7th, 2021. The 5k race will be on November 5th, the 10k on November 6th, and the Half Marathon on November 7th. (So the Two Course Challenge takes place on November 6th and 7th.) Each race has a start time of 5AM EST at Disney World! Registration For all the races, general registration opens July 13, 2021 at 10AM EST. For Club runDisney Gold and Platinum members, registration begins July 6, 2021 at 10AM EST — that’s next Tuesday! So get your running shoes ready, because these dates are coming up fast! ©Disney Pricing The price of the races depends on the race and the time of registration. For the 5k race, the cost is $95 if you register between July 13th and August 9th. It’s $105 if you register between August 10th and October 31st. For the 10k race, it’ll cost $135 if you register between July 13th and August 9th, and it’s $145 if you register between August 10th and October 31st. ©runDisney For the half-marathon, if you register between July 13th and August 9th, the race will cost $215. Registration between August 10th and October 31st will cost $225! Finally, if you’re wicked enough to run the Two Course Challenge (which includes the 10k and the half-marathon races), it’ll cost $360 if you register between July 13th and August 9th and $370 if you register between August 10th and October 31st. ©runDisney The After-Hours Party There’s also an after-hours party for runners at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival! Runners will be able to eat at Global Marketplaces, see live entertainment, and go on some EPCOT attractions! ©runDisney If you registered for the half marathon or Two Race Challenge, your registration includes entry to the party! For the other races or for friends and family who want to celebrate with you, registration for this party costs $89. runDisney has not yet announced the deadline for registering for this party. Bib Pick-Up, Entertainment, and Spectators Please note: there will NOT be kids’ races for the Wine & Dine Race Weekend this year. If you’re running in the Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend, you’ll need to pick up your bib and participant shirt before the day of your race. Day-of-race pickup will not be available for these races! ©runDisney runDisney will continue to provide on-course entertainment during the races, but they said it “may look different than past races.” If you’re wondering about whether your friends and family can watch and cheer you on, all runDisney has said so far about spectators is: “The spectator experience continues to be evaluated. Please check back closer to the event for more details.” So we aren’t sure yet if spectators will be allowed or where they might be able to see you run! Virtual Races If you’d prefer to run any of the races for the Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend from home instead of in the parks, runDisney is still offering virtual races! General registration for these races opens July 16, 2021, at 10AM EST. The Virtual 5k will cost $79, the virtual 10K will cost $99, and the virtual half marathon will be $118. ©Disney The virtual Two-Course Challenge — including the 10k and a half marathon — will cost $252. Each virtual registration includes the medal, shirt, and bibs for the race, plus a virtual goody bag! Keep following DFB as more info for the Wine & Dine Half Marathon weekend comes out! See the FULL LIST of runDisney races returning to Disney World in 2021 and 2022 here. Ready to Plan for Your 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Preorder the DFB Guide to the 2021 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well -- including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Preorder your 2021 edition today! Don't miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for a 20% off the cover price! 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Index 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Booth and Menu Index 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Special Events 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Low-Cost Seminars and Demonstrations 2021 Eat to the Beat Concert Schedule Epcot Food and Wine Festival Fans Facebook Page 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Wine and Dine Half Marathon Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic Food and Wine Festival 101 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Vegetarian Items Epcot Food and Wine Festival Gluten Free Items Are you running in the Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend? Let us know in the comments! The post Everything You NEED to Know About the 2021 Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is gradually returning to pre-closure normals, and a LOT of activities, entertainment, AND food are coming back. ©Disney We’ve seen a slew of announcements recently about restaurant reopenings, ride pre-shows returning, live performances returning, and more. And today, Disney shared that in-person runDisney events are returning to Disney World. So, with the big announcement, we wanted to explore which events are returning for 2021 and 2022! Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend It all starts with the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend on November 4th through 7th, 2021. And this year’s theme is Wickedly Delicious — it’s all about the villains! General registration will open on July 13, 2021. ©Disney Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Next up is Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, which runs from January 5th through 9th, 2022. This one is all about celebrating Disney World’s 50th anniversary. Registration for this event begins July 20th, 2021 for Club runDisney Gold & Platinum Members, with general registration opening up on July 27th. Those who wish to participate in the virtual component can sign up on July 30th. ©Disney Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend Then there’s the Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend, which is February 24th through February 27th, 2022. Registration opens up on August 17th, 2021 for Club runDisney Gold & Platinum members, August 24th for general participants, and August 27th for virtual participants. ©Disney Springtime Surprise Weekend Finally, the Springtime Surprise Weekend is March 31st through April 3rd, 2022. Disney promises a “completely different experience” every year for this one. Registration details about this event are coming soon, but it sounds exciting! ©Disney Although Disney has said they can’t bring back every element from previous races due to current health and safety guidelines, as those guidelines change, the company does promise to keep runners in the loop on the runDisney website. And we’ll do our best to keep you updated, too! Happy running! Read MORE about the return of in-person races here. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be participating in any in-person runDisney events over the next year? Let us know in the comments! The post FULL LIST of the runDisney Races Returning to Disney World in 2021 and 2022 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article