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Cinderella’s Royal Table is about as iconic as you can get when it comes to restaurants in Disney World — you’re eating INSIDE the castle at the end of Main Street. Cinderella’s Royal Table But, are princesses and prime real estate worth the high price tag and headache of actually getting a reservation here? Let’s find out. Check out the going to Cinderella’s Royal Table, and more in our latest 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: What’s your favorite Disney World restaurant?The post DFB Video: Is Disney World's Cinderella's Royal Table Worth It? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Pirates Dinner Adventure, an attraction near Orlando’s International Drive, is marking its 25th anniversary and offering a 25% discount on tickets. View the full article

Spooky season will be here before we know it! Boo Bash ©Disney In Disney World, the Halloween season starts in August, so you get to start celebrating a little bit earlier than in most places (which we LOVE). There will be yummy pumpkin treats, festive decorations, and characters in their adorable costumes! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Magic Kingdom was canceled this year, and instead, the after hours event BOO Bash will take place. Tickets went on sale to the public recently, and some dates are already sold out! Let’s take a look at the current availability. The first day of BOO Bash, August 10th, is sold out. ©Disney And many October dates are now gone, too! October 5th, 8th, 12th, 15th, 19th, 29th, AND 31st (Halloween) are sold out. ©Disney Halloween day actually sold out when tickets were only available to Disney hotel guests, not the general public. If you’re looking to attend the event, every day in September still has tickets available right now! ©Disney Note that on September 3rd and 5th, BOO Bash will start at 9:30 PM instead of 9 PM, like all of the other September dates. ©Disney It’s not surprising that dates in October are more popular for the after hours event, since it will be peak Halloween season and many people will be in Disney World for the monumental 50th Anniversary Celebration. Remember, this event is only 3-hours long and is a bit more expensive than Mickey’s Not-So-Scary has been previously. We will update this post and keep you updated on if other dates for BOO Bash sell out, or if Disney adds more tickets to certain dates for the event, so stay tuned to DFB! Click here to read more about the BOO Bash event 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. Have you been able to get BOO Bash tickets yet? Let us know in the comments! The post Every Date That's Sold Out for Disney World’s BOO Bash Event first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re headed to Disney World soon, you probably have your eye on some Advance Dining Reservations at some really fun restaurants. Magic Kingdom It comes as no surprise, but dining is one of our favorite parts of a trip to Disney World (did our name give it away?). There are certainly some reservations that tend to be more difficult to get than others any day you try, but, right now, it seems like dining reservations are harder to get in general. Whether you’re trying to book Oga’s Cantina, Be Our Guest Restaurant, or even some of the less popular spots, why is it harder than ever to get a reservation for Disney World restaurants? Social distancing has made for fewer tables at some of the most popular restaurants. First of all, social distancing is certainly still the reality at Walt Disney World table service restaurants. At the time of writing, mask mandates have been lifted in outdoor areas of Disney World and social distancing is being relaxed as well. However, Disney has specified that in the areas where masks may be removed (like restaurants), social distancing will continue. That means the tables are still distanced 6 feet apart. Crystal Palace in Disney’s Magic Kingdom Distanced tables make for a pretty significant cut to the capacity of a restaurant. This has, of course, been the case since the reopening of Disney World last summer. Now, the issue is becoming more exacerbated as Disney World raises the overall park capacities and demand returns. MORE people with the same low amount of available tables=hot mess when it comes to booking dining. 50s Prime Time Cafe Seating So, we’re looking at restaurants, like Oga’s Cantina and Cinderella’s Royal Table, that were already difficult to reserve prior to the closure of the Disney parks. Limited capacity in these restaurants does make it even MORE difficult to get a reservation, and that can be frustrating. As long as social distancing remains the norm in Disney World to keep guests and Cast Members safe, we may have to contend with these limited capacities. Click here to learn more about social distancing in Disney World now. At first, lower demand matched the limited capacities. Now, demand is starting to return. As we mentioned, demand is starting to return to the Disney parks and capacities are increasing as well. Disney CEO Bob Chapek did mention that demand is already back at 2019 levels. At first, lower demand matched the limited restaurant capacities, but now things are starting to skew out of balance. Oga’s Cantina Chapek did note that capacity should continue to increase in the coming months. With social distancing remaining in restaurants, the increases in capacity and demand might cause even further issues with nabbing a reservation. Imagine you want a popsicle. The ice cream man has 3 left. A few months back, it was just you and one other kid chasing after the ice cream man. Both of you get your ice cream and are happy. Now, the WHOLE neighborhood has shown up wanting ice cream…but the ice cream man still only has those 3 popsicles. Disney World is the ice cream man. Sanaa or Rose and Crown or Hollywood Brown Derby are the popsicles. It’s possible Disney will introduce a policy to mitigate this, but the reality is that reservations may be hard to get for a while. Want to learn more about current demand? Click here! Here’s what to do when you want a hard-to-get reservation. So, here’s what to do when you’re looking for a hard-to-get Advance Dining Reservation? Make sure you’re ready to book your reservations as SOON as you are able. That means right at 7AM ET, 60 days in advance of your dining day. (No kidding — be sitting there with your finger ready to click refresh watching a clock tick down!) For resort guests, that’s 60 days plus your length of stay. California Grill provides a fancy dinner with a spectacular view! If you do miss a big reservation that you really wanted, don’t despair! You may be able to find a reservation at the last minute! Check the day before your preferred dining day to see if you can catch any reservations that crop up as people cancel. A cancellation fee kicks in within 24 hours of a reservation, so that’s a great time to catch people making last-minute cancellations before they hit the fee. Plus, you’ll want to check regularly in general. You never know when someone will cancel and you’ll get to snag the reservation you wanted. REFRESH, REFRESH, REFRESH! Cinderella’s Royal Table Some restaurants also offer a Walk-Up Waitlist. Check to see if it is an option for one of the reservations you are chasing. If so, you might be able to get a table day-of by joining the Walk-Up Waitlist through the My Disney Experience app. Just keep in mind, this list can fill up, so signing onto it as early as possible is a good idea. Be Our Guest Regardless of when you’re searching for reservations in My Disney Experience, we recommend searching by the hour and not by the meal. We have had it happen many times that no reservations will be available if we search for “Lunch” but some might be available if we search for “2PM.” You’ll also want to refresh, refresh, refresh (did we say that already? LOL it’s SO important!). Again, you never know when a reservation might become available. The same can be said if the Walk-Up Waitlist is full! Rose and Crown And finally, have a backup plan. If you can’t get the restaurant you wanted, don’t let it ruin your plans. You can still have a wonderful time in Disney World and there are plenty of amazing dining locations — some of which don’t require a reservation at all! Consider a good backup plan so that if you don’t get the reservation you were after, you still get to have a tasty meal. To learn more about the Walk-Up Waitlist, click here! Hopefully, this has been helpful if you’ve been struggling with hard-to-get dining reservations! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest planning tips and advice for your Disney trip! 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 any questions? Ask them in the comments! The post Why It’s HARDER THAN EVER to Get a Reservation at Disney World Restaurants first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We looked at our calendars this morning and realized, “Oh…my…goodness. We’re already halfway through JUNE.” JUNE, YOU GUYS!!!Which also means, we’re creeping up on the second half of 2021. (No need to adjust your glasses, you read that correctly.) Magic Kingdom Time is soaring by, and we totally get it! We’re all so busy working, studying, and running around ticking things off our to-do lists — which, don’t get us wrong, are all important! But, in the midst of that, we sometimes forget to take a breath, and have a little bit of FUN! So, here’s our BIG reminder for you to GO HAVE FUN! Take your dad out to his favorite restaurant for Father’s Day, ring in the first day of summer by the pool with your friends, invite your family over for an impromptu movie night. Do whatever it is that makes YOU happy, and allow yourself time to make memories with the people you love. You’re a rockstar, and you deserve it! (We mean that!) That view tho Now that it’s summertime, we know a lot of those special memories will be made at Disney World (). Firework shows are returning, the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival is getting ready to start back up, park hours are getting longer…which is why we’re having a HUGE sale on all the bundles at the DFB Guide Store! 2021 DFB Guide Just use code 40SALE at checkout to get 40% off your purchase! (Now THAT is something to get excited about!) Click here to shop ALL our DFB Bundles for 40% off with code 40SALE Our DFB Guides include all the information you need for a stress-free, fun-filled Disney getaway. Taking the headache out of planning, and replacing it with FUN! With 800+ pages of easy-to-navigate info in our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, plus even MORE helpful tips and recommendations in our DFB Bundles, you can rest assured the next time you walk through those magical gates, you’ll be ready for a day FULL of lifetime-lasting memories. Magic Kingdom Entrance Your copy of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining includes Disney World planning tips, special deals and discounts, comprehensive reviews, and SO. MUCH. MORE. (Seriously, if you can think of it, it’s probably in there!) Tips for picky eaters? Money-saving tools? Secret menu items and special experiences? Snack and restaurant recommendations? Scavenger hunts, trivia, and food crawls? Click here to shop our DFB Bundles for 40% off with code 40SALE DFB Guide 2021 Pages Plus, our DFB Guides are all ebooks, so you can highlight, organize, and plan in a way that works best for YOU. Been to Disney World a hundred times and looking for only the most adventurous of eats? We’ve got you covered! Planning your very first trip and can’t decide what to try first? We’ve got you, too! The electronic format also means your guide is portable — so you can bring it with you any time of day, no matter where you are!  Click here to grab your DFB Everything Bundle for 40% off with code 40SALE If you’ve been thinking about getting one of our DFB BUNDLES, now’s the time to do it! From the DFB Food and Wine Bundle to the DFB Everything Bundle — not to mention our detailed snack guides covering EVERY single park — these books are MUST reads. Plus, our DFB Bundles are ALREADY discounted…so you’re getting discounts, on discounts, on discounts! (BRB, while we do our little discount happy dance!) As always, we appreciate your support of the Disney Food Blog. If you have ANY questions at all, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team at support@dfbguide.com! Grab an Everything Bundle today! Happy planning! Click here to shop our DFB Bundles for 40% Off With Code 40SALE 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 purchased one of our DFB Guides? Let us know what you thought in the comments! The post An Important Reminder From Us To YOU! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The timetable for the debut of Florida’s first Quantum-class ship has been delayed after positive COVID-19 test results were reported among the crew of Royal Caribbean’s Odyssey of the Seas. View the full article

Over the last five years, Shanghai Disney Resort has reached some pretty impressive milestones. From the hooting and hollering on TRON Lightcycle Power Run, to the nom-nomming at the corn dog stands, we listened closely to our guests and rounded up the top five fan favorites from five years of magic making. Let’s check them out!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/2I1fKYoeHUw View the full article

Disney World at 50: In the early days, singers performed two-week gigs at Top of the World, the lounge with a view at the Contemporary. 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. For some of us, watching Disney movies and shows isn’t enough, and we need to read as many Disney books as possible. ©Amazon Luca Little Golden Book Disney just announced their 2021 Summer Reading List and there’s something for every Disney bookworm! Today Disney Publishing Worldwide released their 2nd Annual Summer Reading List, which consists of books for ages ranging from 0 to 12 and up and includes titles such as the Little Golden Book Set of Walt Disney’s Classic Stories, 5-Minute Disney Furry Friends Stories, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Traveler’s Guide to Batuu, National Geographic Kids’ Ultimate Rockopedia, and even Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief. ©Disney Now for every book purchased through December 31, 2021 on shopDisney’s Buy a Book Give a Book Program, Disney will donate a book to First Book, a nonprofit that helps provide books and educational resources to children in need. ©Disney Here’s a look at the 2021 Summer Reading List. As you can see, there are options for a wide range of age groups. ©Disney There’s something on the 2021 Disney Summer Reading List for every family and you can find many of these books on shopDisney or books.disney.com right now! Remember that if you purchase directly from shopDisney, one book will be donated to First Book for every book you purchase through the rest of 2021! Click here to check out 15 books only TRUE Disney fans own! 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 books will you be reading this summer? Let us know in the comments! The post Calling All Bookworms: Here's the 2021 Disney Summer Reading List! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Father’s Day is just a few days away, and we’re checking out some of the seasonal treats around Disney World that celebrate all things dad! Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts We’ve already tried the Father and Son Cupcake, and now we’re heading to The Market at Ale & Compass at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort to check out the Father’s Day Blondie! The Father’s Day Blondie is a Peanut Butter Blondie with layers of Almond and Peanut Butter, Chocolate-Caramel Ganache, Chocolate-Caramel Crunch, Crisp Pearls, and a Peanut Butter Crunch. Now, say it with us: the garnish on top supposed to be a CIGAR. A CIGAR. Father’s Day Blondie Okay, we’re just gonna say it; we get it! It kinda looks like poop (haven’t we been here before?)! It makes us think back to the rather STUNNING Mother’s Day treats we saw, like the Mother’s Day Mimosa Miniature Gâteau and the Mother’s Day Butterfly Cupcake. Dad kinda got the short end of the stick when it comes to presentation. But that doesn’t mean it won’t taste stellar! Yeah, we know, it looks funny! Once we got the giggles out of our system and moved past the odd look of this dish, we took a bite — and we loved it! The peanut butter flavor was the most prominent, both in smell and in taste! It had more of an almond after note once you get through the peanut butter. We promise, it’s delicious! Not only does this snack have a lovely flavor, the texture was also spot on! It comes with a nice crunch that totally won us over. Father’s Day Blondie Despite its appearances, this is a great dessert to enjoy the holiday with the special guy in your life. You can pick up this treat and share a laugh with dad for $5.99 at The Market at Ale & Compass at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, or Beach Club Marketplace at Disney’s Beach Club Resort! Click here to read our review of another Father’s Day treat 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. Are you celebrating Father’s Day at Disney World this year? Let us know in the comments! The post Review: We Get It, Disney World’s New Dessert Looks…Funny. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

All throughout Disney World things are changing! Such a Gorgeous Lobby at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Just today, Disney World’s new mask policy (where masks are now optional in most places for fully vaccinated guests) began, and Disney announced that fireworks will be coming back to Disney World very soon! But wait, there’s more! Now we’ve got details about when Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge will reopen. While the Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas — Kidani Village (Disney Vacation Club Villas at the resort) have been open for a while, the standard hotel rooms at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge have not been available throughout this initial phase of Disney World’s reopening. But soon that’s going to change! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney has just announced that Animal Kingdom Lodge will reopen on August 26th! Reservations will actually become available starting tomorrow — June 16th. Flamingos at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge We can only hope this means there will be news about Boma and Jiko…The Cooking Place in the future (though Disney has not made any statements regarding those restaurants yet). Keep in mind that both of those restaurants are currently closed. Don’t forget that Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge isn’t the only hotel in Disney World that will be reopening soon. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s BoardWalk Inn will also be reopening this summer. Time to Grab a Seat at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more details about Disney World re-openings and changes. Stay tuned for all the latest updates. Click here to see our list of everything that still hasn’t opened in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you a fan of Animal Kingdom Lodge? Tell us in the comments! The post Reopening DATE Announced for Animal Kingdom Lodge in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World has TONS of restaurants, but sometimes, we want to venture off-property for some eats! Let’s Go! We’ve been closely following the construction on Portillo’s, which opened TODAY near Disney World. This rock ‘n’ roll-themed diner encountered quite a few delays in its opening, and we sure are excited to finally be onsite for our fix of Chicago-style food. You’ll find Portillo’s at the intersection of Palm Parkway and Daryl Carter Blvd, just minutes away from Disney property! A Peek Inside Inside, the diner is FULL of color… So Much to Look At …and complete with retro decor! Gotta Look Everywhere! You’ll order your food at the register and then head to the pickup counter to collect it. Then, you can find a spot to sit! Time to Eat! One of our favorite touches are the bags the food comes in, which have a retro feel and are complete with the Portillo’s logo. So Fun! Of course, you know we ordered a TON of food to chow down on! Where Do We Start?! We snagged the Italian Beef Sandwich… Italian Beef Sandwich …the Maxwell Street Polish Hot Dog… Maxwell Street Polish Hot Dog …a side of fries… Fries …a side of onion rings… Onion Rings …Portillo’s Famous Chocolate Cake… OooOo …the Chocolate Eclair Cake… Chocolate Eclair Cake …and the Strawberry Shortcake! Strawberry Shortcake You can view the full menu below. Menu We’ll be bringing you a FULL review of all of those eats soon, but we wanted to go on and give you a peek inside this recently opened restaurant. If you’re looking for some quick classics near Disney World, head over to Portillo’s! And stay tuned to DFB for some more Disney news. Check Out Our Review of Another Restaurant Near 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 planning on visiting Portillo’s? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Portillo's Near Disney World Is Now Open first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The music made by the Disney marching bands is an iconic slice of the Disney Parks experience. Main Street Philharmonic at Magic Kingdom While Disney World has the Main Street Philharmonic in Magic Kingdom, Disneyland Resort has the Disneyland Band. The Disneyland Band has not performed since the Disneyland closure in March 2020, but we have some news! We just learned today that the Disneyland Band is set to make a glorious return this Friday! Ken Potrock, president of Disneyland Resort, shared on Instagram a photo of the Disneyland Band rehearsing around midnight last night in preparation for their return this Friday, June 18th! We are so excited for the return of the Disneyland Band and all the music they bring to Main Street. With more of our favorite events and entertainment returning to the Disney Parks, stick with DFB to keep you updated on all the breaking Disney news! Here’s a first look at Walt Disney World without masks! 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 Will you be visiting Disneyland soon? Let us know in the comments! The post The Disneyland Band Is Returning This Week! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disneyland Resort guests now officially have another Disney hotel option available! Paradise Pier Hotel has reopened! When Disneyland’s theme parks reopened back on April 30th, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel had also started welcoming back guests one day prior. And now, Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel has also reopened! As of June 15th, Paradise Pier Hotel has now reopened with limited capacity. And, Disneyland has brought out the fanfare with colorful balloons to welcome guests (including out-of-state guests) back to the hotel. Welcome back to Paradise Pier! When you step inside, you’ll be greeted by Goofy… Hey, Goofy! …and, you’ll notice a few additional health and safety measures like plexiglass barriers at the check-in area… Hotel check-in and concierge …and new health and safety signage. As a reminder, fully vaccinated guests are no longer required to wear face masks when indoors or outdoors (except when on Disney transportation), and we spotted some new signage to reflect this change. Just keep in mind that those who are not fully vaccinated will still need to wear a mask when inside the hotel. New health and safety signage There are some other changes in place at the hotel, including one major detail — Paradise Pier does NOT currently have any food and beverage options available. Instead, guests are encouraged to order food from Downtown Disney restaurants that are offering delivery or stop by Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel which has many reopened options. So, for now, you’ll find that restaurants like Disney’s PCH Grill… No food and beverage offerings are currently available in the hotel …and The Sandbar (near the outdoor pool) are closed. Sandbar is closed for business right now But, new signs near the pool encourage guests to Mobile Order their snack from Downtown Disney, which it can easily be done directly from your phone. New mobile order signage Speaking of the pool, it has also reopened! So now you can take a ride down the California Streamin’ slide… California Streamin’ slide …or relax by the larger pool nearby. Or relax by the pool Back inside, Surfside Lounge is not serving up any food, but it has reopened as an area for guests to hang out and enjoy any bites that they might order from Downtown Disney or the Grand Californian. Surfside Lounge is open for seating And, more open seating is available outside as well! More seating available outside Even though this hotel may be missing the food (one of our favorite parts), it sure is great to see more hotels reopening in Disneyland! We’ll continue to report back on the changes and updates around Disneyland Resort, so stay tuned for all of the latest info! Reopening Dates Announced for 4 MORE Disneyland Restaurants! 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 Have you stayed at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel? Share your experience in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Paradise Pier Hotel Has REOPENED in Disneyland! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We haven’t seen an official fireworks show in Walt Disney World in over a YEAR! Fireworks Testing There were a few flares around the holidays, as well as some random fireworks testing, but not a full show! Recently we learned that fireworks will be returning to Walt Disney World on July 1st, and now we have official times for the shows! Take a look. Happily Ever After, the fireworks show in Magic Kingdom, will take place at 9:15 starting July 1st! ©Disney The 18-minute spectacular will be at 9:15 for the entire month of July. ©Disney And after the show, you still have time to enjoy the park, because Magic Kingdom just extended their hours for the month of July! From July 1st through July 10th, the park will now be open until 11PM, up from the previous closing time of 9PM. ©Disney And from July 11th until July 31st. ©Disney The park will be open until 10PM (originally 9PM). Click here to see more about Happily Ever After! We also now know that Epcot Forever, the temporary nighttime fireworks at the park until Harmonious is ready, will happen right at park closing, which is 10PM. ©Disney As of right now, fireworks have not been announced for Hollywood Studios or Animal Kingdom. But we’ll keep you updated if we hear anything, so stay tuned to DFB! Click here to read more about the fireworks returning to 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 to see fireworks in Disney World again? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney World Fireworks Showtimes for the Month of July first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Greetings from EPCOT! Spaceship Earth We’re here to tell you all about everything NEW in EPCOT, from food, construction, merchandise, and more! Let’s get started! EPCOT Food Updates La Cava del Tequila We found three NEW drinks inside Mexico’s famous tequila cave! The first was the Spicy Mentirosa which is a non-alcoholic option made with Lyre’s Italian Orange, Non-alcoholic Lyre’s Dry London, lime juice, cucumber and jalapeno juice, agave nectar, and a hibiscus salt rim for $13. It was pretty spicy but also had a light citrus taste! Looks refreshing! Next, we tried the new secret menu item called the Virgin Colada. As you can tell by the name, it’s a non-alcohol drink with island oasis mix blended with ice and costs $10.64. It was sweet and refreshing, and had a strong pineapple flavor! Perfect for the kiddos! But THEN, we found out there’s an *alcoholic* version of this drink, there’s a Pina Colada on the secret menu! It’s made with the same island oasis mix but is blended with a mixture of rum and pox (which is a Mexican liquor). The booze bumps this drink up a little to $15.45. If you like Pina Coladas, and gettin’ caught in the rain… It was great to see some new non-alcoholic drinks at La Cava, and it’s fun getting to use the secret menu! Click here to read more about these 3 new La Cava del Tequila drinks! Chefs de France While in EPCOT, we saw some new menu pics up in the France pavilion because there have been price increases at a few of the restaurants! At Chefs de France, we saw several items go up slightly in price. Even more expensive now! For example: As far as appetizers go, the Escargot is now $14.95 instead of $14, the French Onion Soup is $10.75 instead of $10.50, and the Baked Goat Cheese is $14.25 instead of $13.99. Click here to read more about the price increases at Chefs de France L’Artisan des Glaces There were also price increases over at L’Artisan des Glaces. Their entire menu got more expensive! A single scoop of ice cream or sorbet is now $5.75 instead of $4.69 and our favorite Macaron Ice Cream Sandwiches are now $7 instead of $4.69. Yikes! It’s HOW MUCH for a macaron sandwich? We don’t love to see our favorite snacks get pricier! Click here to read more about the price increases at L’Artisan des Glaces! EPCOT Construction Updates Food and Wine Booths We saw FOUR Food and Wine booths pop up this week around EPCOT! Two of them were familiar, like this one that looks exactly like the Flavors From Fire booth and is in the same place as last year. Flavors From Fire, maybe? And this booth, which looks just like Spain! Possible Spain Booth Then there were two we didn’t recognize, like this one, which used to be the Africa booth. But since the Africa booth is not returning this year, it’s probably one of the new booths coming to the festival! Food and Wine Booth We also found this booth, which is a mystery to us, too! It’s located near Disney Traders in the World Showcase Plaza. Who are you? It’s pretty weird that some of these booths are already up, considering 8 festival booths aren’t opening until October 1st! Click here to read more about these festival booths we found! Harmonious We saw people on a crane working on the center Harmonious barge in the World Showcase Lagoon! They seemed to be doing a LED light test, we saw some lights turn on around the ring and on the arms, and then they changed colors! Testing the lights! We can’t wait to see Harmonious once it opens! Click here to read more about Harmonious! Creations Shop There was a lot of construction going on around the new Creations Shop, which will take over as EPCOT’s main merchandise location now that Mouse Gear is gone. Working away! We saw a few workers up on the roof! Click here to read more about the Creations Shop! Spaceship Earth We noticed construction going on near the old exit of Spaceship Earth by The Seas. What’s going on back there? This could possibly be the new Moana attraction — Journey of Water, but we can’t be quite sure! Click here to read more about the new Moana attraction! EPCOT Merchandise Updates Gateway Gifts We saw the new MagicBand holder key chains in Gateway Gifts in a variety of different styles! Do you like the key chains better than the normal MagicBands? That Stitch one is SO cute! Click here to read more about how MagicBands are changing! EPCOT Additional Updates The Splash Zone is open again in EPCOT. Time to cool off! And so is the playground. The playground is back! We also found a new Cruella Magic Shot in the UK pavilion! There’s the photographer! It’s located in the back across from the gazebo and you stand on the steps of the building to take the shot! Cruella, where you at? And if you’re looking to explore the Morocco pavilion, you may think it is closed. But alas, it is not. The main part of the pavilion is almost completely blocked by bushes, but you can still get back there! It looks closed, but it’s not! Morocco has been undergoing a lot of construction, so the bushes are most likely covering up whatever is being worked on! A ghost town! This is a great spot to go if you want to be away from people, cause there was almost NO ONE back there! Social Distancing We noticed that the social distancing stickers are GONE in the line you wait in to get inside the pyramid in Mexico. No more markers! And there are no markers when you walk inside the pyramid either. Stand wherever you want, I guess! That’s everything new from EPCOT this week! We’re always in the parks to see what’s new, so stay tuned to DFB for updates! Click here to see the DFB reviews you have to read before going to EPCOT! 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 for Harmonious? Let us know in the comments! The post What’s New in EPCOT: Big Restaurant Price Increases and Food and Wine Festival Booths first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Flying to Disney World soon? Airplane We keep you posted on anything that may affect your trip, from transportation to your Disney World hotel to airport news. And if you’re flying on Southwest Airlines, there’s an update you’ll want to know about. According to KRON4, Southwest Airlines has been experiencing a “multi-airport, system-wide outage” for the past 2 days, which is resulting in flights being canceled or delayed. Orlando International Airport The outage has to do with the phone and check-in systems, but Southwest Airlines has stated that they are “working quickly to resolve” the issue. Planning to Fly Soon? If you have a flight with Southwest Airlines scheduled, check frequently for updates on whether your trip is canceled or delayed. We’ll keep you posted as this situation develops further, so stay tuned to DFB! Here’s What to Expect If You’re Traveling Through the Orlando Airport This Summer! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you flying to Disney World soon? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Southwest Airlines Canceling Flights Due to System Outages first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Make it your best summer yet with a getaway to the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort! First, we are thrilled to welcome our guests back to Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel, which reopened today! Then, coming soon, the Disneyland Hotel reopens on July 2, 2021! These are phased reopenings, joining Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa […]http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/CV5Kg3Vr45w View the full article

We’ve gotten big news on fireworks, masks, and more today, and we need to stop for a SNACK! Disney’s Wilderness Lodge The recently reopened Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Fort Wilderness Resort next door are some of our favorite spots to head for an unexpectedly tasty treat. We’ve tried some delicious coffee and some summery eats…and now we’re back for a brand-new treat. Introducing the Peach Melba Cupcake! Peach Melba Cupcake But be warned: all is not as it seems with this little guy. While the Roaring Fork menu on the My Disney Experience app says that this treat is a peach melba and raspberry cupcake with a peach filling, that raspberry is nowhere to be found. Instead, you’ll get a vanilla cupcake with peach filling! Peach Melba Cupcake The vanilla cupcake base was moist and delicious — but due to its shape, it can’t hold a ton of filling. YUM! However, the filling we had was perfectly light, like a peach pie! It was chilled and sprinkled with oats, and had a white chocolate decorative stripe. The edges were toasted meringue, and it gave us MAJOR campfire vibes. The filling is SO good. This was SUPER tasty, guys. Like we told ya, it’s perfectly moist — we didn’t get a single dry bite. If you’re a peach cobbler fan, you’re going to want to give this a try. We’d grab this again! You can snag the Peach Melba Cupcake for $5.99 at Roaring Fork. Enjoy this summery dessert, and stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and reviews! Check Out Another Summery Snack! 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. Would you try this cupcake? Let us know in the comments! The post Review: Peach Cobbler Fans! You NEED to Try Disney World’s New Cupcake first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Heads up if you’re in Disney World right now! Magic Kingdom We’ve seen severe weather before in the parks, and it looks like we’ve got some more rolling in now. When storms arrive, particularly with heavy lightning, we can see rides or forms of transportation in Disney World go down temporarily. And that’s exactly what we’re seeing right now for ALL 4 Disney World theme parks. Let’s take a look! Just about 15 minutes ago, we took a look at the My Disney Experience app and noticed that a WHOLE bunch of rides throughout Disney World’s theme parks were temporarily closed! ©Disney Everything from Frozen Ever After in EPCOT to Journey Into Imagination with Figment has been impacted. ©Disney And it’s not just outdoor rides that have been impacted. Indoor attractions, like Pirates of the Caribbean and Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith, have also been affected. According to a Cast Member who we spoke with, there was a power surge. This appears to have caused many of these indoor rides to close. ©Disney Note that just minutes after we took these screenshots some rides became available again. For example, as of 2:45PM ET, the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror is showing a 30 minute standby wait (as opposed to being temporarily unavailable as shown in the screenshot below). But, many of the attractions shown here do continue to be closed. ©Disney If you’re in Disney World right now, be aware that many of these attractions are unavailable at the moment. Disney hasn’t shared when they’ll become available again. Be sure to check on your My Disney Experience app for more updates and stay tuned to us here at DFB for more news. Click here to see when fireworks will return to 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. Have you experienced a situation like this where many rides in the parks are temporarily closed? Tell us about it in the comments. The post Over 15 Rides Temporarily CLOSED Right Now in Disney World Due to Storm first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

LOTS of changes are happening at Disneyland Resort today. Sleeping Beauty Castle The parks opened to out-of-state guests, temperature checks have been suspended, and face masks are no longer required for fully vaccinated guests (in most circumstances). And of course, we’re at Disneyland Resort to check it all out for ya. Before we dig in, we want to refresh your memory on Disneyland’s updated mask guidelines. Fully vaccinated guests are no longer required to wear face coverings indoors or outdoors. Unvaccinated guests should continue to wear masks while indoors. And while Disneyland will not require proof of vaccination, guests are required to verbally state that they are in compliance upon park entry. Some masks still in the crowd! Lastly, face coverings will be required for ALL guests, regardless of vaccination status, on the bus to and from the Toy Story parking lot once that reopens on June 18th. ©Disney Phew! Now let’s take a trip around Disneyland to check out this latest policy in effect. Walking into the parks, we already saw the first signs of guests following the new rules. Guests entering from Disneyland’s Grand Californian Then we headed into World of Disney to see if people were still wearing masks inside or not. We saw a little bit of both. Inside World of Disney Some guests decided to still wear masks while inside. Inside World of Disney Overall, there seemed to be more people not wearing masks than those who were. Inside World of Disney The social distancing markers were gone in line at World of Disney… No more markers! …but a lot of people were still waiting in line spaced out. Staying spaced! Cast Members confirmed that the one-way in and out is gone at the stores, guests can enter and exit through whichever doors they like. Come on in! We’ll continue to keep an eye on the situation at Disneyland Resort as policies adjust further. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest news! Read More About Disneyland’s New Mask Policy! 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 visiting Disneyland soon? Let us know in the comments! The post FIRST LOOK: Masks Are No Longer Required in Most Disneyland Resort Locations first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

SO much is happening right now at Disneyland. It wasn’t even that long ago when the resort reopened, but since then, we’ve also seen the reopenings of several restaurants, and the grand opening of Avengers Campus! Sleeping Beauty Castle But updates continue to happen at Disneyland and now there’s been a HUGE update about who can actually visit the parks! Previously, Disneyland Resort was only open to residents of California. Other theme parks in the area, though, like Universal Studios Hollywood, allowed guests from out-of-state, as long as they could provide proof that they were fully vaccinated according to the state of California’s regulations. Disneyland However, we recently learned that Disneyland would begin to allow out-of-state guests as of June 15th — that’s today. Out-of-state visitors are not required to be vaccinated, but the State of California does recommend vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test. Out-of-State Guests Are Allowed Back! Today was one of the busiest days we’ve seen since Disneyland’s reopening with HUGE crowds heading into Disneyland. Along with the temperature checks being removed today, masks have also been made optional in most locations as well. Disneyland Crowds Disney California Adventure was considerably less crowded than Disneyland Park, but there were still plenty of visitors heading into the park. Disney California Adventure Crowds As we continue to make our way around the parks today, we’ll give you a look at the crowds we spot around the Disneyland Resort. And, we’ll keep you updated on everything you need to know about Disneyland, so stay tuned with DFB for more details! Here’s The Reopening Date Announced for Oga’s Cantina in Disneyland 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 Will you be visiting Disneyland anytime soon? Let us know in the comments below! The post PHOTOS: Disneyland Resort Officially Opens to Out-of-State Guests first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It seems like Disney World is undergoing constant changes these days. Cinderella Castle Today, the mask requirement ended in most circumstances for fully vaccinated guests, and we got news that fireworks are returning to the parks SOON. But as safety policies continue to shift, we’ve noticed an important change on the Disney World website. The Disney World website lists all of the current health and safety procedures throughout the parks, such as mask-wearing, sanitation, and more. A screenshot from today highlights several components — but social distancing has been removed. ©Disney As a reminder, “physical distancing” used to be one of the icons on this webpage. There also used to be a larger chunk of text detailing what social distancing entailed throughout the parks, which you can see below. Now, the website only says that physical distancing is being altered due to “recent trends and guidance.” Previous Website Screenshot ©Disney One of the big changes at Disney World today was the elimination of mandated social distancing, in most cases. While some experiences and entertainment will continue to distance guests, we are seeing markers removed from queues, shops, and more. It seems like these shifts are now officially recognized on the website, with the removal of social distancing language. Guests are now less socially distanced on the Jungle Cruise If you’re visiting Disney World soon, know that social distancing will not be largely enforced throughout the parks. We’ll continue to bring you the latest news as things continue to change, so stay tuned to DFB! Read More About the New Social Distancing and Mask Policies 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 soon? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Social Distancing Language Is Being REMOVED from the Disney World Website first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

As of June 15th, the state of California has fully reopened its economy, effectively ending most pandemic-era restrictions on businesses and in public areas. Sleeping Beauty Castle It was previously announced that temperature checks would no longer be required for Disneyland Resort guests or Cast Members beginning on June 15th. Out-of-state visitors are now allowed inside the parks, and masks are no longer required in most cases for fully vaccinated guests. With updates to the health and safety protocols now in place, we headed out to Disneyland Resort to see these changes in action. Prior to this change, temperature check stations were set up at the entrances to the Disneyland Resort property. Disneyland Temperature Checks But as of today, all temperature check stations have been removed. Temperature Check Gone The tent along the walkway to the Disneyland Park entrance, for example, is now gone. Temperature Check Gone We’ve also noticed a significant crowd increase as Disneyland welcomes back out-of-state guests. We’ll be bringing you more updates on crowds as the day progresses. More Crowds We’ll continue to report back on other changes to the health and safety measures around Disneyland Resort, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for all of the latest updates. Reopening Dates Announced for 4 MORE Disneyland Restaurants! 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 Have you been to Disneyland Resort since it reopened? Share your experience in the comments. The post PHOTOS: Temperature Checks End in Disneyland first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Beauty and the Beast is one of Disney’s most iconic movies. Beauty and the Beast Topiary From the movie, we’ve got an immersive restaurant, a themed bar and lounge, beautiful dresses, and even a live-action remake! This year is the original film’s 30th anniversary, and we have some exciting news for all the Beauty and the Beast fans out there! We knew a series featuring Gaston and LeFou was in the works, but now we know, it’s officially a GO! Check out what we know about the series so far. Disney+ announced today that they have officially greenlighted the project, which will be a limited MUSICAL series! That’s right folks, more amazing Disney music! ©Disney The series will be an eight-episode prequel to the 2017 live-action Beauty and the Beast. We’ll see Luke Evans reprise his role of Gaston… ©Disney …and Josh Gad back as LeFou! Gad is also a developer, executive-producer, and writer on the series, along with Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz (who made Once Upon a Time!). ©Disney We’ll also meet newcomer Briana Middleton as Tilly, LeFou’s stepsister! ©Disney The series will have an original soundtrack from EGOT Award-winner and legendary composer, Alan Menken, who is also an executive producer on the project. You may know him from Aladdin, the original Beauty and the Beast, or Hercules! ©Disney Disney says the trio of characters will go on an unexpected journey filled with romance, comedy, and adventure! The series should also give us some answers on how Gaston and LeFou became friends, and how the curse was cast on the prince, turning him into a beast! ©Disney Production isn’t starting on the series until Spring of 2022, but we’re SO EXCITED to see more of the Beauty and the Beast universe! Maybe we’ll finally see Gaston eat 5 dozen eggs, wouldn’t that be a sight! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney+ updates! Click here to read about the future of Disney+ Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. How excited are you for this new series?! Let us know in the comments! The post We’re OFFICIALLY Getting a Gaston and LeFou Series on Disney+ first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article