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It’s STEM to the rescue in a new Orlando Science Center exhibit called, appropriately enough, “Rescue.” View the full article

The first major cruise ship to sail from the U.S. in more than a year will be Celebrity Edge from Port Everglades. View the full article

Walt Disney World has a bunch of delicious desserts to offer all around the resort! Beaches and Cream Some of our favorite sweet treats can be found over at Beaches & Cream Soda Shop at Disney’s Beach Club Resort! You can chow down on cookie fries or sip a root beer float, and the over-the-top milkshakes are super fun! But something was pretty different when we recently ordered a milkshake at Beaches & Cream — take a look! We ordered the Mickey Confetti Shake from Beaches & Cream the other day, but can you tell what’s different about it? That’s a lot of milkshake! Yeah, you can’t miss it, THEY’RE HUGE!! The shakes are currently being served in giant margarita glasses! This looks like you should be sipping it on a beach! For reference, this is what the milkshake usually looks like. Beaches & Cream The manager said they’ve had production delays with the jars they typically use for the milkshakes, but they hope to have them in a few weeks. She mentioned that no one has complained about the giant glass though! So pretty! Our server reassured us that we get the same amount of milkshake even though the containers are very different right now! To us though, it seemed like we got a little MORE than usual (which we won’t complain about)! The specialty shakes are still $15, and the Mickey Confetti Shake we got today is made with a vanilla shake, whipped cream, rainbow sprinkles, and is topped with a Rainbow Confetti Cupcake. You also get to keep the souvenir cup the milkshake comes in, so if you want a Yacht & Beach Club margarita glass, now is the time to grab one of these shakes! Mickey cupcake! The jars the milkshakes usually come in are great, but we honestly don’t mind if these giant marg glasses stick around for a bit! Plus, the ginormous glass just SCREAMS “I’m on vacation!” Do you think you can finish it?! The milkshakes are still the perfect end to a meal at Beaches & Cream, or even a great meal on their own (we’re not judging)! If you head over to Beaches & Cream for a specialty shake soon, this is what you can expect to see! Click here to see where you can get Disney’s NEWEST Dole Whip Flavor! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you love these new milkshake glasses, or are they ridiculous?! Let us know in the comments! The post There's Been A BIG Change to the Iconic Beaches & Cream Milkshakes in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s fun to see celebrities that love Disney as much as we do! ©Disney From spotting John Stamos in the parks to watching the various performers during EPCOT’s Candlelight Processional during the holidays, it’s exciting when our favorite celebs share the same passion as us! And we can add another celebrity to that list! Grammy Award-winning recording artist Brandy is helping kickoff a year-long Disney celebration! Brandy has recorded a song for The Walt Disney Company’s Ultimate Princess Celebration called “Starting Now!” ©D23 The celebration is a year-long event focusing on the kindness and courage Disney princesses inspire in people around the world. Disney is honoring the princesses through music, experiences, products, and a campaign to give back to children around the country! ©Disney Brandy starred as the title character in the Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella film, so she knows what it’s like to be in the shoes, or slippers, of a Disney Princess! “Starting Now” is available to stream online right now, and the lyrics are even inspired by classic Disney Princess songs! ©Disney The single was produced by Grammy Award nominee Oak Felder and written by Jason Mater, Jordan Powers, and Darren Criss. You can check out this video to see the behind-the-scenes of Brandy recording the anthem! We think the song radiates girl power! The lyrics are a beautiful representation of how brave, heroic, and inspiring the Disney Princesses are. We’ll be playing the song on repeat all year long to celebrate! Click here to learn more about Disney’s yearlong Princess Celebration! 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 Brandy’s new anthem? Let us know in the comments! The post VIDEO: Hear the NEW Song Brandy Made Just for Disney's Ultimate Princess Celebration! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re on the hunt for unique drinks in Disney Springs, the Coca-Cola Store is the place to be! Once you arrive, head up to their Rooftop Bar for a variety of Coke-inspired cocktails. Coca-Cola Store Today, we stopped by to try one of their newest beverages: the Perfect Harmony Cocktail! The Perfect Harmony Cocktail is part of the #Coke1971Collection, celebrating 50 years since Coca-Cola debuted their famous commercial about “singing in perfect harmony.” The drink is a mixture of Dry Gin, Orange Curacao Liqueur, Sweet Vermouth, Ginger Ale, and of course Coca-Cola. Perfect Harmony Cocktail The drink is served in an adorable plastic cup that you get to keep with your purchase. The cup is decorated with fun illustrations like peace signs, suns, hearts, and other feel-good iconography. There is a nonalcoholic version of this drink that also comes with the souvenir cup. Look at this adorable souvenir cup! But did the ingredients sing in perfect harmony? Sort of, but not quite! While we definitely enjoyed this drink, we noticed the Gin flavor far more than any of the other ingredients — you really have to be into Gin to enjoy this beverage! Perfect Harmony Cocktail By contrast, we didn’t pick up much on the Orange or Coke flavors at all. The Ginger Ale was there, but it sat at the bottom so ya gotta stir it up! Overall, this is a fun cocktail with an even more fun cup! Perfect Harmony Cocktail Grab a cocktail for yourself to try on your next visit to Disney Springs! We’ll be back with even more of the latest food and drinks from around Disney World, so stay tuned for even more new discoveries! Click here to read our review of some new menu arrivals at 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. Where is your favorite place to grab a drink at Disney Springs? Let us know in the comments! The post Review! Did We Totally Dig This Groovy 70’s-Inspired Cocktail at Disney World? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve tried a lot of super interesting snacks at Disney World. Vivoli il Gelato We’re talking about fruity potato chips, a Bailey’s brownie sundae, fruit sushi, and more! But today, we tried TWO new snacks involving gelato, and one of them had a spider on it! But we’ll get to the spider in a bit… We popped into Vivoli il Gelato at Disney Springs and we noticed that the Burgerlato has officially made it on the menu! We recently learned that this new treat was coming to Disney Springs in honor of National Burger Day on May 28th, and we were excited to try it! Speaking of interesting snacks…this is a truffle brownie, cake batter gelato, strawberry sauce, and bacon inside an Italian doughnut for $11. Sounds interesting Interestingly enough, it doesn’t look as unique as it sounds. And the flavor is almost predominantly coming from the brownie, which is a very rich chocolate. Just after that, we could taste the donut (and this is an Italian donut, so it’s much lighter than a traditional American donut). Looks unassuming… The strawberry sauce, though, gets lost when you get a bite of everything together, but if you can get a bite without any brownie, the sauce is quite good. It could probably use a little more of the strawberry sauce to balance out the flavors. The gelato is also great, but gets overpowered by the brownie and donut. It does look like a burger! But what really caught our eye was a new menu item called the Scarlet Spider. It’s made with Cookies and Cream Gelato, Milk, Waffle Cone, Chocolate Sauce, Strawberry Sauce, Sprinkles, and Whipped Cream. Say what? Like, we HAD to try it, right? It tastes like a cookies and cream milkshake, and well, we have no problem with that! The waffle cone also added a nice crunchy addition to the dessert. Um… there’s something on there… Did we mention there’s a SPIDER on it? Um…waiter…there’s a spider in our food. By the way, the spider is NOT edible. It’s actually a spider ring! Free toy! And if you haven’t figured it out, the drink is an homage to Disney’s upcoming Black Widow movie! So pretty cool, right? It’s available now for $15. We’ll be back soon to try even more new stuff, so stay tuned! Where to Get Mickey Waffles and ICE CREAM for Breakfast in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think? Would you drink something with a spider on it? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: Would YOU Try the NEW Gelato Burger in Disney World? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Can you believe that Cruella debuts in two days?! We’ve hardly been able to wait to see the origin story of the puppy-loving villain. ©Disney While we’ve been stocking up on merchandise like accessories, apparel, collectible keys, and more, we’ve got another special event that will give you hot-and-cold running chills! As Cruella is the first big premiere in theaters, Disney is celebrating it in a devilishly fun way! After the movie makes its debut in theaters and on Disney+, Disney Springs will be hosting a LIVE red carpet event on Friday, May 28th at 6PM ET. Cruella Premiere The red carpet event will also host a unique shopping experience, movie-themed fashion, guest experiences, and more! Guests can live stream the event from any desktop or mobile browser to ring in the Queen of Mean’s premiere before watching the movie on Disney+ or in theaters! Cruella Premiere And, we’ll be sure to update you on more details of the live stream this week! In the meantime, you can stock up on all sorts of wicked fashion to look your best for the premiere. Stay tuned with DFB for the latest Disney entertainment and news! Find out when the NEW Jungle Cruise refurbishments will open! 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 to watch Cruella? Let us know in the comments below! The post Find Out How to Tune Into Disney's Livestream for the Cruella Premiere! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Guests at Shanghai Disney Resort will notice Mickey and friends sporting a celebratory new look that honors their 5th anniversary. Inspired by the Enchanted Storybook Castle and the concept of “Endless Surprises,” the cast and character costumes add extra flair to the Year of Magical Surprises.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/0nVHTY9J-7U View the full article

BIG news from Disneyland! Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle The parks have been open for almost a month now, and we’re getting excited for the opening of Avengers Campus (that’s less than 2 weeks away!). But today, we’ve got a HUGE update on who, exactly, is allowed inside the parks. When Disneyland Resort first reopened, only California residents could visit the parks. In contrast, other theme parks — such as Universal Studios Hollywood — permitted out-of-state guests to visit, as long as they were fully vaccinated, in accordance to California’s regulations. Disney California Adventure Now, though, Disneyland will open to out-of-state guests beginning June 15th! These visitors are not required to be vaccinated, but the State of California does recommend vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test. Masks will still be required at all times, except when actively eating or drinking while stationary. There it is! Those out-of-state guests can begin booking their trips now, but cannot enter the parks before June 15th. We’ll be sure to keep ya posted as we learn even more about this change, so stay tuned to DFB! Read About Disneyland’s California Resident-Only 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 planning a trip to Disneyland? Let us know in the comments! The post BREAKING: Disneyland to Open to Out-of-State Visitors SOON first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Today, we’re pleased to announce that beginning June 15, 2021, we will once again be able to welcome travelers from outside the state of California back to our theme parks! Out-of-state visitors may now begin booking their return to the parks on Disneyland.com. Until June 15, all guests visiting the Disneyland Resort must be California residents visiting in groups no larger than 3 households.*http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/r-5MWdgYBO0 View the full article

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Disney World is known as the Most Magical Place on Earth, and for good reason! Hi There, Disney World In Disney World, you’ll encounter plenty of stellar rides, special greetings from beloved characters, one-of-a-kind snacks, and so much more. But, between the magic and seemingly perfect atmosphere, there are actually a whole bunch of things in Disney World that aren’t so magical after all. That’s right — today we’re talking about 10 not-so-magical truths about Disney World. 1. Crowds It should come as no surprise that Disney World can get very crowded. Even with capacity limits in place, we’ve still seen the parks booked to capacity many days. Things obviously aren’t quite as packed as we’ve seen on, say, New Year’s Eve in 2019, but there are still times when the parks feel really busy! And with capacity set to continue to slowly increase over the coming months, things will likely only be intensified as time goes on. EPCOT Crowds The feeling of the parks being crowded can get exacerbated by certain chokepoints. These are the spots where traffic flows especially poorly and where things just get bottlenecked. One of the most notable spots for this phenomenon is in Fantasyland, just past Peter Pan’s Flight, heading towards Liberty Square. This walkway is pretty narrow and can get filled with guests walking from land to land. Lotso folks And, there’s one dining issue you could run into (but might not expect) when Disney World is especially busy. Mobile Order is a highly recommended (and all but required) way of ordering food at many quick-service restaurants throughout Disney World. This digital feature allows you to order your food from the My Disney Experience app and then pick it up when you’re ready. But, things don’t always go smoothly. Mobile Order Pick Up When it’s really busy, pick-up times can get really backed up. If you wait until later in the day to place your order, you may find that the next pick-up time is not for quite some time (by which point you’ll be past the point of hungry and WELL into the hangry stage). So, instead of your meal being ready in 30 minutes or so, the soonest pick-up time might be three hours later. This isn’t great, especially if someone in your group is already hangry. Plus, even once your pick-up time arrives, you might still find yourself waiting 20-30 minutes before the food is actually ready. This has happened to us on a handful of occasions. Crowds at Cosmic Ray’s Never fear — there are a few different things you can do to help combat Disney World crowds. When it comes to minimizing waits for food, aim to eat at off-peak times. Try to avoid eating between 12-1:30PM for lunch, and 6-7:30 PM for dinner. Not only will you have a shorter wait for getting your food, but you’ll also generally have less trouble trying to find a spot to eat. You’ll also want to place those Mobile Orders well in advance (well before you’re actually hungry) so you’ll have a greater pool of pick-up times to choose from. Tables at Pinocchio Village Haus Another dining tip to help you beat the crowds is all about being prepared! A lot of people will be snatching up dining reservations as soon as they become available, especially for those popular restaurants. You’ll want to know exactly when you can start booking dining reservations, which is 60 days in advance right now. If you’re staying at a Disney Resort, it’s 60 days in advance, plus the length of your stay up to 10 days! Set your alarms! Be Our Guest Restaurant The same would apply to FastPass+when it returns. You’ll want to take note of when you can start making those FastPass+ bookings in order to guarantee a shorter wait for some of the most popular rides, like Flight of Passage and Frozen Ever After. Normally, guests can begin reserving FastPasses 30 days in advance, and Disney Resort guests can reserve them as early as 60 days in advance. Pandora If you can manage to visit Disney World during the “slower times” of the year, like late February or September, you’ll likely encounter much fewer crowds then. Of course, some people can only go during those peak times like summer or the holidays because of work, school, and other obligations, which we totally get! But, if you can manage to take a break during those slower periods that can be a great way to avoid the crowds. You can also try to get to the parks BEFORE they officially open — you’ll actually be able to generally get into the parks about 30-60 minutes before their official opening time and ride some top attractions without too much of a wait! Or, you can consider coming back to the parks later in the evening when some of the crowds may have left the parks to rest at their resorts. LOTS of people in France Overall, it’s just about being prepared and making small changes to your schedule or plans as you go along your trip to adjust with any crowds or circumstances you might find along the way. Click here to see 15 photos from a CROWDED weekend in Disney World! 2. Lots of TRASH With so many guests visiting Disney World, it should come as no surprise that they generate a TON (or should we say, hundreds of thousands of tons!) of garbage each year. But, like everything else, Disney has a plan to handle it. These Are Some Unique Trash Cans! There is actually a series of tubing under Magic Kingdom for garbage transportation. There, trash is moved from various drop-off points to one main location through an AVACS System (Automated Vacuum Assisted Collection System). That trash is clocking some serious speed, too. It moves at about 35 miles per hour! Yeah, that’s all happening right below your feet. Trash Cans And, garbage can efficiency is seen above ground too. You’ll find trash cans approximately every 30 feet throughout the parks. Legend has it that Walt carried out a little experiment, so to speak, to determine how far garbage cans needed to be placed from each other in order to most encourage people to use them. 30 was apparently the magic number! Where else can you find cool garbage cans? So, that’s why you generally won’t travel more than about 30 feet to throw out the wrapper of your Mickey Bar. But, just thinking about the sheer amount of trash that Disney accumulates can be not-so-magical. Disney Has Surpassed Their 2020 Sustainability Goals — click here to read more! 3. Too Many Things to Plan and Think About There’s SO much planning that goes into a Disney World trip. Sometimes, having to figure out all the nitty-gritty details of your trip can make it a little less magical. You’ve got to make a lot of choices when planning your trip. When to go? Where to stay? What to do? Where to eat? What on EARTH is a Park Pass? Luckily, we’re here to make it a little less overwhelming for you. EPCOT During the Flower and Garden Festival Is Quite the Beautiful Sight As previously mentioned, it’s critical to know when booking windows open up for things like FastPass+ and dining reservations. Accessing those things early can make your trip go much more smoothly. And, it’ll help you experience more of the things you want to do! Tony’s Town Square Restaurant One of the things that you’ll also want to become very familiar with is Disney World’s Park Pass Reservation System, which was implemented when the parks reopened last summer. In order to visit a Disney World theme park, you currently have to reserve a pass for the specific park you want to go to on the specific day you want to visit for every member of your party. Passes for certain parks can book up far in advance, so you’ll want to decide EARLY (sometimes months in advance) where you want to go on each day of your trip. This is especially important for big events like the Fourth of July and the 50th Anniversary which we’ve started to see fill up. Hello, EPCOT Ball! Another conundrum you might face is the decision of where to stay! With over 25 hotels to choose from, you’re faced with a huge choice. Each hotel offers something different, from unique amenities to fun theming, so you’ll have to determine what’s best for your family’s needs and budgets. Check out our video below of the BEST Disney World hotels for 2021 to get some ideas of what hotels might be best for you. It’s borderline impossible to go to Disney World without planning ahead, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you can’t do it. If planning isn’t your jam, you can always just plan the absolute necessities (like resorts and Park Passes) and make a short list of all your must-do activities and snacks. That way, you have goals in mind of what you want to experience, but you won’t be planning every day down to the minute. Disney World guests will soon get to take advantage of a NEW Planning App — check out more details here! 4. Disney World Is Huge Disney World is HUGE. Like 43 square miles huge. It can be confusing to get around property, especially if it’s your first time. Plus, social distancing can sometimes add to the complications of navigating Disney World. Queues for shops, rides, and dining locations can be much longer than they would normally be because guests are distanced. That can make it especially difficult to figure out where lines start and end. Social distancing is being reduced gradually in many places in Disney World, but some distancing is still being maintained, and with capacity increasing, lines could remain very long. Lines for Beach Club Pool Some doors may be marked as entrance only (or exit only), but those can change. If this all sounds confusing, don’t worry — we’ve got ya covered. We’ve created maps for Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom, to give you an idea of where you can expect to find some of these long lines in Disney World right now. A Look at the Lines There are a few things to know when trying to get around Disney World too. With a variety of transportation options available to help you get from Point A to Point B, it can be a bit confusing. You’ve got buses, boats, the monorail, and Skyliner at your disposal to travel around the parks and resorts. Disney Skyliner flying high above Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Some have unexpected quirks, like serious waits especially for the Skyliner, that you’ll want to be prepared for. The key here is to take a look at what hotel you’ll be staying at and what transportation options are available to/from the parks from there. Then be sure to plan ahead and give yourself extra time to get to and from the places you’ll be going to account for those long lines. Our favorite way to get to Magic Kingdom just got more complicated — check out more info here! 5. It’s Expensive Alright, we know we’re hitting you with a shocker with this one . Disney World is expensive. And, it gets more and more pricey over time with ticket price increases (though it’s been a minute since we’ve seen one) and food price increases. For example, our beloved spring rolls from Adventureland recently got a whopping $2 increase. They cost more now?!?!?! You’ll also run into small fees that you may not have worked into your budget, like parking costs and gratuity. Or, maybe you didn’t realize just how much coffee you need to keep you going during those looong park days. These small costs can really add up and make your trip more pricey than you anticipated! Magic Kingdom parking In order to cut down on those costs, there are a few different things you can do. If you want to spend less money on food, consider bringing food from home or ordering from a grocery delivery service. These items can be delivered to your resort, and they’ll be kept at the front desk until you’re ready for them. All-Star Movies Lobby It also helps to be on the lookout for any promotions or discounts when booking your trips. Disney frequently offers some sort of deal on resort rooms or packages, and every little bit saved helps. We often break down Disney’s discounts for you, to help you find out what the better deal actually is. Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs Once you’re at Disney World, there are a few discounts that can help you too. If you’re an Annual Passholder, Disney Vacation Club Member, or Disney Visa Chase cardholder, you may find yourself eligible for a handful of different discounts across property. World of Disney We know that the realization you might have to pay $6-7 for something as basic as a cupcake or soft pretzel might come as a shock to your system. Making a (realistic) budget prior to your trip can help, so you know how much you feel comfortable spending. Click here to see our page FULL of Disney discounts and deals! 6. The Weather Can Ruin Your Day Ah, Florida weather. It can be pretty unforgiving. Depending on what time of year you visit, you might feel like you’re constantly either dripping sweat or trying to dry off from the most recent torrential downpour. During the summer/hurricane season (June 1st – November 30th), thunderstorms happen just about every single day. They can come out of nowhere and most times they disappear just as quickly. A rainy day at Magic Kingdom! To prepare for the unpredictable/predictable weather, you may want to bring ponchos and umbrellas from home rather than buying them at Disney World. You can find ponchos at your local dollar store which can be much more cost-effective in comparison to paying the $12 that Disney wants from you. Real expensive! And for those really hot days, you’ll want to make sure you have cooling towels and handheld fans to combat the Florida sun. These are great options when you won’t be able to relax in the air-conditioning for a while. We wore a Disney World poncho on a stormy day — click here to see what happened! 7. Meltdowns Aren’t Uncommon Meltdowns are pretty common in both children AND adults in Disney World. People get tired, hungry, and hot, and if the tiniest thing goes wrong, you can expect some sort of temper tantrum to ensue. There are lots of reasons for people to get upset during their vacations, and you’ve probably seen some of them or had a mini-meltdown yourself. Animal Kingdom Crowds A lot of the time, people get frustrated when things don’t go according to plan. Maybe their favorite ride is temporarily closed or the Minnie ears they wanted are sold out. It might seem like a tiny issue in hindsight, but in the moment it can sometimes feel like the end of the world. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster People can get particularly frustrated at these last-minute changes or issues as they start to think about just HOW much money they’re spending on this vacation. They may have saved for months or years to be here, and to have things not go “perfectly” can make it feel like everything is falling apart. Snack Money Pouch When it comes to your own vacation, expect the unexpected, try (as much as you can) to go with the flow, and prepare for tempers to rise. The best thing you can do is be prepared, patient, and flexible. If your kiddo is used to taking a nap at 2PM and you know they’re going to have a tantrum if they don’t sleep, then work that into your schedule. If you know one member of your group gets HANGRY at 11AM, then plan to eat a bit earlier than you might otherwise eat or pack some snacks. You never know just what’s going to happen during your trip, but if you have some back-up plans and build in flexibility into your schedule, things could go much smoother. Click here to see 17 Bizarre things that make people MAD in Disney World! 8. Is Disney Tracking You? Disney uses a lot of different types of technology to get a sense of the things you enjoy. MagicBands use RFID technology which improves the convenience of certain things like keeping track of your ride photos. On the other hand, they also allow Disney to see what you’re purchasing and what you’re doing (what rides you’re riding, where you’re shopping, etc.). Now, this doesn’t mean that Disney is tracking your every move or anything like that, but the use of MagicBands and My Disney Experience does give them easy access to certain information like some of your plans and purchases. This data allows them to make better plans for guests in the future, and can make planning your trip convenient for you too. MagicBand! Disney also recently tested facial recognition technology for park entry that could replace the finger scanners used when entering the parks. The system has since been removed from the parks (it was only there for testing), but some guests were NOT fans. Let’s Get Scanning! Any kind of facial or tracking technology can make some guests feel uncomfortable. We just recommend being aware of the technology Disney uses and how it really works to see what makes you feel most comfortable. Click here to see 5 things that surprised us about MagicBands! 9. You Get Tricked Into Spending More Money Disney is a business at the end of the day — and a successful one, at that. One of the reasons why Disney is so successful is because of the effective marketing techniques they implement through their business strategies. And yes, sometimes they are getting you to spend more money. Main Street, U.S.A. Disney World sometimes offers enticing packages that are often advertised as creating some amount of savings, but that’s not always the case. You’ll have to break down the cost of everything to figure out if it actually saves you money. Can you SMELL the Grand Floridian just looking at this photo? And of course, there’s always the old exiting through the gift shop trick. It’s not a coincidence that you’re released into a sea of Disney merchandise after getting off your favorite rides. That merchandise is designed specifically to catch your eye and make you want it even when you aren’t “shopping.” Hundred Acre Goods Among that merchandise, you’ll find lots of limited-edition, exclusive items. Those words create a sense of urgency and make you think you’re getting something rare and valuable. Those feelings push you to think that you need those things. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Mug Another way Disney tries to get more of your money is by keeping you on property. When you stay at Disney’s resorts, they’re keeping your purchases confined to the resort. Moana Mercantile MagicBands have a lot of different purposes, and one of them is making payment easier. That’s a plus for both you AND Disney. It’s much easier for you to tap your MagicBand to pay for something in comparison to digging through the depths of your bags for your credit card. With that added level of ease, you might just feel more inclined to just tap and pay for an item you may have hesitated to get otherwise! There are a TON of colors and styles to choose from! Keep an eye out for some of those sneaky ways Disney tries to get your money, and stay tuned to DFB for the best ways to save money during your Disney trip. Are You Still WASTING Your Money in Disney World? Click here to see more! 10. Some Things Just Aren’t Real In Disney World, (almost) everything is a show. And of course, that’s part of its allure. Many people visit Disney World specifically to get away from normal life and visit a world of dreams, wishes, and make-believe. Partners Statue Disney uses all kinds of techniques to make you see what they want you to see. For example, the flags in Magic Kingdom aren’t real, with the exception of one. The flag at the top of Main Street, U.S.A. is real, while the others have something wrong with them like a missing stripe or star. The “unofficial” flags don’t need to be illuminated or lowered in the evenings or otherwise follow Flag Code rules, making things much easier for Disney, while still keeping the illusion and look of American flags in a way. You can, however, check out the daily flag retreat ceremony for the real American flag! Flag retreat ceremony Disney also uses forced perspective to make it seem like Cinderella Castle is larger than it is. Your eye is tricked into thinking Magic Kingdom’s centerpiece is taller, or further away. The Castle itself is much larger on the bottom and gets narrower as it gets closer to the top. This phenomenon is furthered through painting effects and the use of scale. Cinderella Castle Lots of construction also goes on in Disney World, but they try their best so you don’t notice. It’s not always as inconspicuous as they think though. Oh, is that a screen covering the train station? We could never tell! Main Street Train Station Maybe Disney is tricking you in quite a few ways, but that’s all part of the draw, right? Click here to see how Disney manipulates you without you knowing! Those are the things that are, unfortunately, not-so-magical in Disney World. But it’s not all bad — we could definitely come up with a list of MORE than 10 things that ARE magical. Stay tuned to DFB for all the updates you need to know from Disney World. And, learn more about these not-so-magical truths in our YouTube video below!  Click here to see 22 things Disney Pros NEVER do! 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. Let’s switch things up a bit from this article. What’s the MOST magical moment you’ve had in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post 10 Not-So-Magical Truths in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Good news for those traveling to or from Europe! Airplane While international travel is slow right now, we are seeing signs of progress as Disneyland Paris plans to reopen and guidelines are updated for fully vaccinated individuals. And now, there will be another option for those hoping to fly from Amsterdam to Orlando. This fall, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is launching non-stop flights between Amsterdam and Orlando! These flights will kick off on October 31st, and according to Spectrum News, will run 4 days a week. Empty Flight from Orlando (Remember This?!) Passengers will be able to travel from Amsterdam to Orlando non-stop on Mondays and Tuesdays, then from Orlando to Amsterdam non-stop on Thursdays and Fridays. Orlando International Airport Crowds This is the next airline of many to add direct flights to Orlando as demand for travel rises. If you’re planning a trip to Disney World, this could be a great option for you! We’ll be sure to keep an eye on any other travel — and Disney! — news, so stay tuned to DFB. Check Out More Airlines Offering Direct Flights to Orlando! 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 traveling to Disney World this summer? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: KLM Royal Dutch Airlines to Offer Direct Flights to Orlando first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The many puzzle pieces of the return of cruising look to be falling into place with Port Canaveral officials optimistic that cruise lines will get the OK to start test sailings from the Central Florida port as early as late June or early July. View the full article

The Jungle Cruise is undergoing quite the transformation in both Disney World and Disneyland. Jungle Cruise While the Disney World ride has remained open during its re-theming, the Disneyland ride has been closed. Disney had already shared that the Disneyland version would reopen this summer and we knew that the changes at Disney World would take place over the next several months. But, now Disney has shared some BIG updates in terms of when this ride’s transformation on both coasts will be complete! Today, Disney shared that the Jungle Cruise will reopen in Disneyland Park on July 16th, 2021! When the ride reopens in Disneyland, it will feature an updated experience with new characters and more changes as part of the ride’s transformation. The Jungle Cruise Disney also shared a look at some progress that’s being made in Disneyland’s version of this ride. Here’s a look at the work going on at Trader Sam’s new scene in the ride. ©Disney Looks like Trader Sam has converted the Lost & Found location into something a bit more his style — a gift shop! ©Disney Over at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, the Jungle Cruise has remained open during its transformation and we’ve seen a number of changes already made. Disney has now shared that the Jungle Cruise transformation will be complete in Magic Kingdom this summer! Jungle Cruise As part of these overall transformations of the rides, there will be new scenes and a new storyline. But, those corny jokes you know and love will remain! If you’re looking for a good chuckle, check out the video below with Imagineer Kevin Lively, which features quite a few pun-tactic lines. We’ll keep an eye out for more updates about the Jungle Cruise transformation and let you know what we find. Stay tuned for more details! Click here to see everything we know about the changes coming to the Jungle Cruise! 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 will you be visiting Disney World or Disneyland next? Tell us in the comments. The post NEWS: Opening Timeline Announced for Disney's Reimagined Jungle Cruise Rides first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’ve missed the back side of water, hippos that wiggle their ears and skippers with a pun for every river bend, we have exciting news!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/8oQ5T708Xio View the full article

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort is a pretty beautiful place, but it’s also home to some tasty eats. Grand Floridian This resort’s quick-service location, Gasparilla Island Grill, is home to all sorts of fun options. We’ve tried everything from a Flamingo Cake to a new Mimosa recently, and now we’re back for a VERY summery treat. Today, we stopped by Gasparilla Island Grill to try out the Strawberry Shortcake for $5.99. Strawberry Shortcake This treat is made with Layers of Fresh Whipped Cream, Diced Strawberries in Strawberry Coulis, and Vanilla Sponge Cake. That sounds like a pretty classic Strawberry Shortcake, so how does it taste? Strawberry Shortcake This little cup was FULL of delish flavors that were very light and fresh. On its own, the cake didn’t have a ton of flavor but it was GREAT at soaking up the strawberry flavor from the compote. Strawberry Shortcake There were plenty of fresh strawberries mixed in and that amazing, fabulous, hand-whipped cream that they do at Grand Floridian. Strawberry Shortcake It certainly wasn’t anything spectacular or over-the-top, but it was simply scrumptious if you like a good strawberry shortcake. Strawberry Shortcake Keep in mind that Gasparilla Island Grill is heavily encouraging Mobile Order right now and it can get busy at mealtimes. To shorten your wait, order a little in advance and select your pick-up window for when you plan on arriving. We’ve got more Mobile Order tips too! Click right here! We’re glad we stopped by to try the Strawberry Shortcake, and you can head on over if you’d like to too. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney updates! Want to see MORE treats at Grand Floridian? 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. How do you feel about Strawberry Shortcake? Tell us in the comments! The post The Not-So-Boring Treat You Have to Eat at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort 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 already celebrated halfway to Halloween with some BIG news about how we’ll be able to celebrate spooky season in Disney World, but the Halloween fun continues! Look at How Cute Zero Looks!! ©Disney | Funko Recently, Funko has been celebrating Funkoween and announcing all kinds of new Funko Pop! figures and more that fans will be able to snag this year. Love The Nightmare Before Christmas? Want to grab a deluxe Pop! of Ursula on her throne (this thing is pretty epic)? We’ve got all the details for you here! Right now, you can head over to Entertainment Earth’s website to check out some of the newest Disney items available for pre-order as part of the releases for Funkoween! First, we’ve got a whole series of Pop! figures that form one adorable (and slightly spooky) Nightmare Before Christmas train! Leading the group (of course) is Jack in his Train Engine Pop! figure. With a big smile and a colorful train cart, Jack is sure to bring some frighteningly wonderful fun to your collection! ©Disney | Funko You can pre-order this figure today for $19.99. It is set to be released in July of 2021. Get the Jack Pop! figure here. If you’re more of a Sally fan, you can get the Sally in Cat Cart Pop! figure. You gotta love the details on this one and Sally’s little smile. ©Disney | Funko You can pre-order the figure today for $10.99. It is set to be released in July of 2021. Get the Sally Pop! by clicking here! Oogie Boogie fans, you haven’t been left behind! There’s also an Oogie in Dice Cart Pop! and he’s WINKING!!! ©Disney | Funko You can pre-order Oogie’s figure for $10.99. It is set to be released in July of 2021. Click here to get the Oogie Pop! There are also more Nightmare Before Christmas items available to pre-order too on Entertainment Earth so be sure to check those out! ©Entertainment Earth If you absolutely love the Disney villains, then you’ll be happy to know that there are a while bunch of items for you to add to your collection. Right now you can grab the Ursula Deluxe Pop! which features the sea witch herself on her throne. ©Disney | Funko Just be careful and don’t sign any contracts she offers you. You can pre-order this figure for $24.99 right now. It’s set to be released in September of 2021. Get the Ursula Pop here! You can also grab the Maleficent Pop! right now online. ©Disney | Funko This pop is priced at $10.99. You can pre-order it now. It is set to be released in September of 2021. Get the Maleficent pop here! There are also some other villains-themed items available for pre-order if you want to grab some of those! ©Entertainment Earth Be sure to check out the Entertainment Earth website to take a look at these new items and grab them while you can! We’ll keep an eye out for more new Disney items and let you know what we find. Click here to see all of the questions we have about Halloween at Disney World this year. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you collect Funko Pop! figures? Tell us in the comments. The post Celebrate Halloween a Little Early With Disney's NEW Funko Pops! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Today, we have a LOT to be thankful for. As summer quickly approaches (ummm…where did the time go?!), and a time of remembrance is just a few days away, we’re reflecting on all the things we’re grateful for here at DFB. Cinderella Castle The veterans and active-duty service members who have sacrificed so much for our country. Our family and friends who have helped us get through this rollercoaster of a year (and not the good kind). Our DFB team members who keep us laughing, even on the most difficult days. The Cast Members who help add that extra special spark of magic to Disney. And, of course, YOU! We LOVE what we do here at DFB. But, without your continuous support and kindness, none of this would be possible. (Did you know, we have a whole Slack channel called “You Do Important Work,” where we put all of your emails, DMs, and messages? Yes, we read them ALL, and they add so much joy to our day!) 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining So, to celebrate all we’re thankful for, we’re having a BIG sale over at the DFB Store — SO big, EVERYTHING is going to be 40% off! (Even gift certificates, so you can say thank you to the people you’re grateful for, too!) Just use code 40SALE at checkout to save BIG on our guides, bundles, and gift certificates. Click Here to Shop EVERYTHING at the DFB Store for 40% OFF With Code 40SALE Our DFB Guides are full of everything you need to take the stress out of preparing for your Disney World visit! (When we say everything, we REALLY mean everything!) With 800+ pages of easy-to-navigate info in our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, you can rest assured the next time you walk through those magical gates, you’ll be ready to WIN the day! 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 grab your copy of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining for 40% off with code 40SALE DFB Guide 2021 Pages Plus, the DFB Guide is an ebook, 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 (or more) of our guides or BUNDLES, now’s the time to do it! From the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining to the pre-order of the DFB Guide to the 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival — 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! 2021 DFB Guide Happy planning! Click here to shop the DFB Store 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 We're Saying Thank You...With a HUGE DFB Sale!❤️ first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Welcome back to Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Tree of Life We’ve got a SUPER quick update for ya on what’s new in the park. So let’s get started! Animal Kingdom Merchandise Updates Riverside Depot If you’re on the hunt for a new Stitch souvenir, we spotted a funky Stitch pen inside Riverside Depot. Pretty fun, right?! He’s $12.99! Island Mercantile We’ve seen lots of July 4th merch pop up around the parks lately, but we found a new America face mask in Island Mercantile! Fourth of July Mask It’s $10 and features a Mickey-and-star pattern — but you’ll wanna note that you can get it for WAY cheaper online. It’s just $7 for a pack of 2 there! Find Out How to Get This Mask for Cheaper! Well, we told ya this would be a quick one! That wraps up our Animal Kingdom updates for now. We’ll be back in the parks to bring you plenty more Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB! Do YOU Know These 15 Things About Animal Kingdom?! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you planning a trip to Disney’s Animal Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Animal Kingdom: A 4th of July Mask and a Funky Souvenir first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Earlier this week at Disneyland park, we had the privilege of checking in with global superstar and Grammy Award-winning recording artist Brandy, who’s celebrating the official kickoff of The Walt Disney Company’s Ultimate Princess Celebration!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/_6GrKnd7jOY View the full article

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We’re suckers for a new Disney snack…especially a SECRET Disney snack! Marketplace Snacks It can be pretty tricky to hunt down secret menus in Disney World, but they have some of the most interesting snacks on them! Earlier this year, we found a secret menu hot dog that was, well, a little insane. Now, Disney Springs is at it again with a new (and much cuter) SECRET ITEM! Disney Parks announced a new item on the Tik Tok secret menu this morning and you KNOW we had to give it a try. We LOVED the real watermelon slice that this treat comes in! It was very delicious and flavorful. Watermelon Dole Whip Slice The chocolate chips are visually cute (they look like watermelon seeds!), but we would ask them to leave them off next time. Chocolate and watermelon are kind of a weird combination, so if you don’t plan on snapping pics, you might want to go without. Watermelon Dole Whip Slice This treat might not be best for those who aren’t fans of that fake watermelon flavor, but if you like watermelon or are looking to try a new Dole Whip flavor — head on over and try it for $6.38! P.S. You can also find fun Dole Whip creations at Aloha Isle and Sunshine Tree Terrace in Magic Kingdom and at Pineapple Lanai in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest news and reviews from Disney World! Want to see our LAST Watermelon Dole Whip review? Click here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be snagging the Watermelon Dole Whip Slice? Tell us in the comments! The post How to Get a Watermelon FULL of DOLE WHIP in Disney World Right Now! 🍉 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We love running into Disney characters! Hey guys! Whether we spot a rare character in the parks or see familiar friends in new costumes, it makes our day getting to smile and wave at our pals. And today, we found some classic characters at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort! Now, we’ve seen characters pop up pretty frequently at the resorts — including the Grand Floridian! — but it still makes for a super fun surprise. And on our latest visit, Goofy and Pluto were BACK, hangin’ out with guests! It’s Pluto! Today, they were in the lobby, tucked behind the wall near the Garden View Lounge. But we were still able to head on up and say hi! Goofy seemed pretty happy to see us… Hey, Goof! …while Pluto struck a pose! So photogenic, right?! These character pop-ups are random, so there’s no guarantee you’ll spot one on your visit. But keep your eyes peeled — it could really add some extra fun to your day! And stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news. Check Out Some More Characters 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. Who’s your favorite character to meet? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: We DARE You Not to Smile When Reading This Disney World Post first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s baaaack! The Watermelon Dole whip has officially returned to Marketplace Snacks in Disney Springs! Marketplace Snacks Just a few months ago, we tried the Minnie Dole Whip Watermelon Cup (which had a bit of an identity crisis…) and we snagged a cup FULL of watermelon dole whip on its own, but now this special dole whip flavor is back and in a new parfait form. Is this new creation a dole whip must-have or a total pass? We’re bringing you all our thoughts right here! We’ll be honest, the last few times we had the watermelon DOLE whip, it tasted more like bubblegum than watermelon. The flavor was a little more artificial than we had hoped for. When we heard that watermelon dole whip was coming back in a special, new form, we HAD to give it a try and see if it could redeem itself! Watermelon Dole Whip Cup from a Few Months Ago This NEW Watermelon Dole Whip Parfait features Watermelon Dole Whip, Key Lime Custard, Chocolate chips, and a real watermelon in the shape of Mickey Mouse as a garnish on top. You can grab it at Marketplace Snacks in Disney Springs for $5.29. Watermelon Dole Whip Parfait Okay, so let’s start with the looks. This dole whip creation is definitely colorful. The custard is very vibrant, the watermelon dole whip is a great color, the chocolate chips make it look like it’s got watermelon seeds on top, and the addition of the Mickey-shaped watermelon piece is really fun! There’s no denying that it is visually cool and a pretty Instagrammable treat. Watermelon Dole Whip Parfait — Super Cute! But, when it comes to taste…the watermelon dole whip fell pretty flat for us! Let’s start with the positive: the watermelon dole whip itself was refreshingly light. But the flavor tasted like fake watermelon. It wasn’t overpowering like a watermelon Jolly Rancher, but it didn’t have a fresh watermelon flavor to it either. The chocolate chips, while visually fun, felt really out of place here with the other flavors. Chocolate Chips and Watermelon — Delicious or No Way? Once we got to the lime custard at the bottom, we had already eaten most of the Dole whip. It might have been interesting if the custard and dole whip were actually layered more so you could get a taste of both in each bite, rather than only getting it towards the bottom. The custard added another level of flavor and a good tartness, but we couldn’t really identify it as a strong lime flavor. Time to Dig In The watermelon garnish didn’t really have a strong flavor either, and was basically overpowered by the sugary nature of the custard and the artificial flavor of the dole whip. Watermelon Dole Whip Parfait If you absolutely MUST try any and all new Dole whip creations, or you like that artificial watermelon Jolly Rancher-type flavor profile, then you might enjoy this. But, if you like fresh fruit flavors, you don’t love treats that are very sweet, or you don’t like the idea of mixing watermelon with chocolate, this probably won’t be a good match for you. You Can Try It Yourself to See If You Like It! If you want to try it, you can stop by Marketplace Snacks right now! We’ll keep an eye out for more new dole whip treats all over Disney World and let you know what we find. Stay tuned for more Disney news and reviews! Click here to see 10 DOLE whip flavor combos you need to try 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. Would you try this DOLE whip parfait? Tell us in the comments! The post Review: Watermelon Dole Whip Is BACK in Disney World, But Here's a Word of Warning first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article