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Disney World’s FastPass Plus Advance Reservation System causes quite a bit of concern for Military Travelers! The Problem With the advent of Disney world’s new FastPass Plus Advance Reservation System it is very important to have your Disney Military Tickets well prior to arrival. (Updated April 2021) Where you stay affects how far in advance you […] The post Buy Military Discounted Disney Tickets Long Distance appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

Empress Lilly, a paddleboat/restaurant named for Walt Disney's widow, ushered in new restaurant era in Orlando in the '70s View the full article By DEWAYNE BEVIL ORLANDO SENTINEL| APR 21, 2021 AT 5:00 AM A smoking volcano, a big Lego dragon and a spitting Stitch make it difficult for a triple-decker paddleboat restaurant to get attention these days at Disney Springs. But when the Empress Lilly came onto the scene in 1977, it was a big deal. “Disney officials say the restaurants will be like nothing seen in Orlando,” read a Sentinel caption with a construction photo from August 1976. The paddleboat was named for Walt Disney’s widow, Lillian, who whacked a champagne bottle upon the building’s wheel as a Dixieland band watched from the upper deck on May 1, 1977, signaling its grand opening. In the mid-1990s, Empress Lilly became Fulton’s Crab House, and in 2017, it took on its current Paddlefish name. For this week’s Disney World at 50 (publishing every Wednesday on OrlandoSentinel.com/wdw50), we dive into the archives for the early hype and opening of Empress Lilly. The Empress Lilly riverboat restaurant takes shape at Walt Disney World's Lake Buena Vista Village on Nov. 9, 1976. (Sentinel Staff Photo) Early numbers Opening-day dimensions of the restaurant were 217 feet long by 62 feet wide. The faux smokestacks up top reached a height of 84 feet. The “ship” was built on land and then water channeled around it. This was explained early on but still presented as Disney magic. There would be three restaurants and five lounges, seating 318 patrons. The paddle wheel would turn at one revolution per minute. Disney was noncommittal about what it spent to create Empress Lilly, sticking with a “multimillion-dollar project” answer. But after the restaurant opened, Sentinel reporter Mark Hanebutt twice wrote the price tag was $5 million. (That translates to about $23 million today.) This postcard of the Empress Lily is in a collection of artifacts at the Orange County Regional History Center (thehistorycenter.org). On the back, a message is transcribed in blue ink and postmarked May 17, 1984. (Walt Disney Productions/Courtesy of the Orange County Regional History Center) Inside the Empress Room The floor plan for Empress Lilly was to have the Baton Rouge Lounge and Steerman’s Quarters, a steakhouse, on the lowest floor. One level up, accessible via a grand staircase, was the Promenade deck sporting a seafood restaurant plus the more exclusive Empress Room, which seated 68 diners. “The dining room has been purposely designed without windows so concentration on the fine food will not be diminished,” longtime Sentinel food writer Dorothy Chapman said of the Empress Room, which had gold leaf and heavy mahogany going for it. Reservations were required for Empress Room, as were jackets and ties for men. The Empress Room used a Lenox service plate with a rose-coral rim, circled in gold. “The same design is carried out in the ashtrays,” the Sentinel noted. The third deck was known as the Texas deck. All this segmentation was torn out for the Fulton’s Crab House era, creating a single restaurant. The restaurant reopened as Fulton's Crab House on March 10, 1996. (Ricardo Ramirez Buxeda / Orlando Sentinel) ‘I’ll have a Mark Twain’ Here’s where the sticker shock might kick in. In 1977, the Baton Rouge Lounge cocktails were $1.50, except for a specialty one dubbed the Mark Twain, a frozen blend of brandy, crème de menthe and fruit juices. That would run you $2.50. At Fisherman’s Deck, dinner entrees were between $7.95 and $12.50. “Daily soup choice will be lobster bisque served pristine for children and with a dash of sherry for adults,” the Sentinel wrote. It was a flat fee for the Empress Room. Pre-opening publicity had the price “in the neighborhood of $35 per person,” but instead it was $50. In 2017, the triple-decker "boat" became a seafood-centric restaurant and special event venue located in Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort. (Dewayne Bevil / Orlando Sentinel) People on the scene The first executive chef for Empress Lilly was Garry Reich, who had been executive banquet chef at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. His resume included a stop at the Beverly Hills Hotel as head chef, and he had been White House chef for President Lyndon B. Johnson. He had been head chef in the New Orleans Square area of Disneyland and, before that, a Hungarian Army cook during World War II. There was talk that the monorail would connect the Lake Buena Shopping Village to Magic Kingdom and the “planned World Showcase.” Howard Roland, vice president in charge of construction and purchases, noted that was “somewhere down the line.” Standing next to Lillian Disney Truyens (she had married real estate developer John Truyens in 1969) during the restaurant christening: Donn Tatum, Walt Disney Productions’ chairman of the board. He became CEO in 1971 after the death of Roy O. Disney (Walt’s older brother) and was the first non-Disney to run Disney. An article about Lillian Disney Truyens christening the Empress Lilly appeared in the May 2, 1977 edition of the Orlando Sentinel. (Courtesy photo) Odds and ends Although the flesh-and-blood Lillian appeared at the opening, she did not speak to reporters. “According to Disney officials, Mrs. Truyens, who is reportedly in her early 70s, was fighting a cold,” the Sentinel reported. (For the record, she was 78, according to modern sources. She died in 1997 at age 98.) In early May 1977, the Sentinel reported that Disney had planned to serve venison and striped bass, but Florida law prohibited the sale of the game. It was removed from the menu two days before opening. “They’ll probably either return it from where they bought it or give it to charity,” said spokesman Bob Mervine. There had been calls from “concerned citizens,” the newspaper said. In June, a column called “Inside Stuff” reported the flat fee for the exclusive experience dropped from $50 to $35. “Insiders say top Disney brass may soon decide to change the Empress Room altogether to get back to a more realistic price that would be in better keeping with the Disney image as a family adventure,” it said.

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Sometimes, you just need time to kick back and relax poolside. Pool at Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin But, who says you can’t do that with a little added Disney style? In case you wanted to Disney-fy your upcoming pool and beach trips, we spotted a bunch of new items that’ll make them more fun and hassle-free! When you visit the beach or pool, you probably want somewhere comfy to sit. And, you also probably want an assortment of snacks and drinks to keep you going through the day! Well, some new merchandise from Entertainment Earth will help you do just that. Can’t you just picture yourself kicking back in this lounge chair? ©Entertainment Earth Along with the chair, you’ll also get a matching tote bag! The design is inspired by The Little Mermaid and is covered in bright stripes. The set costs $69.99. Click Here to Buy The Little Mermaid Chair and Tote Bag For some more added leisure, there’s also an upright beach chair! ©Entertainment Earth It includes a side table and many pockets to store your sunglasses, sunscreen, and whatever else you may need. Look at little Flounder, too! The chair costs $139.99 and ships for free! Order The Little Mermaid Sports Chair Here For those trips where you feel like you just have TOO much stuff and no way to carry it all, meet the Collapsible Cooler Tote Bag. ©Entertainment Earth Yes, it’s wordy, but it conveniently cools your items as you bring them along, and collapses down for convenient storage. It’s priced at $58.99. Shop The Little Mermaid Collapsible Cooler Tote Bag Here You can tote all your drinks and snacks in this Ariel cooler bag. And, you won’t have to worry about anything getting warm under the hot sun with this one! ©Entertainment Earth Both Ariel and Flounder make an appearance on the seafoam green bag! It costs $39.99. Purchase The Little Mermaid Tote Bag Here Maybe your passions exist outside the realm of Disney Princesses. If you’re into something a little spookier, there are a couple of items inspired by The Nightmare Before Christmas! Check out this cooler bag, it’s decorated with Lock, Shock, and Barrel. ©Entertainment Earth If you want to be part of Oogie’s Crew too, this might be the bag for you. It costs $34.99. Shop The Nightmare Before Christmas On-The-Go Cooler Bag Here For something a bit bigger, there’s also a backpack! ©Entertainment Earth The bag is 26-inches tall, meaning there’s lots of room! Plus, there are multiple compartments and a bottle opener! It costs $63.99. Click Here to Buy The Nightmare Before Christmas Cooler Backpack The next time you’re planning a beach trip, you’ll be covered. These items will all debut beginning in May! Check back with us for more Disney merchandise updates. Hurry! Grab Disney’s Popular New Accessories Before They Sell Out…Again Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you prefer The Little Mermaid gear, or The Nightmare Before Christmas items? Tell us in the comments! The post New Disney Beach Gear Just Made Your Summer Trips WAY Easier first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: This LIMITED EDITION Maleficent Doll and Pin Are on shopDisney’s MerchPass NOW! The Lady Tremaine Midnight Masquerade Collection Goes Up On Disney’s MerchPass Soon! NEW Disney Inflatable Splash Pad Lets Your Kiddos Go ‘Under the Sea’ With Ariel! View the full article

Who doesn’t love a day in Magic Kingdom? Magic Kingdom We’ve spent several days exploring Disney World’s flagship park recently to make sure that you don’t miss any of the latest updates! Now, we’re bringing you all the news in food, construction, and merchandise! Magic Kingdom Food Updates Friar’s Nook There’s nothing new on the menu at Friar’s Nook, but Drizella (one of Cinderella’s ugly stepsisters) was telling guests to order the Buffalo Chicken Tots and the Mac and Cheese and to mix them together. Um…is Drizella a GENIUS? Drizella We think she might be onto something. Storybook Treats Storybook Treats had a surprise for us during one of our visits. We were reunited with the Minnie Mouse Mini Kitchen Sink! But, it was a little bit different than we remembered… Did Someone Say Kitchen Sink?! The ice cream is served on the side and doesn’t even come CLOSE to filling up the souvenir container. Want to see more of this returning option? Click here! Magic Kingdom Construction Updates Fantasyland Roofs in Fantasyland continue to get a new paint job. We spotted a fresh coat at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique! Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique It’s been hard to keep up with all the different paint updates going on throughout the park! Disney World’s Most Beloved Bathrooms Have a Fresh Look! Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates Emporium The Emporium had a few new kids’ clothing options including the Today I Will Be a Mermaid Tee for $19.99… Youth Clothes …not one… Youth Clothes …but TWO Forky Shirts for $24.99 each… Youth Clothes …Forky Shorts for $29.99… Youth Clothes …an Ariel Shirt for $29.99… Youth Clothes …and an Ariel Dress for $34.99. Youth Clothes These bright colors are great for the upcoming summer months. Memento Mori Memento Mori had a new-to-us Haunted Mansion Ornament for $19.99. Haunted Mansion Ornament Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe And, Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe had 2021 Graduation Mickey and Minnie Selfie Ornaments for $22.99 each! 2021 Graduation Mickey and Minnie Selfie Ornaments And yep, they’re mid-selfie! 2021 Graduation Mickey and Minnie Selfie Ornaments And that’s all we have from Magic Kingdom this time! As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney updates! Click here for more of the latest Disney updates! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Headed to Magic Kingdom soon? Tell us in the comments! The post What's New in Magic Kingdom: A Returning Favorite and a Snack Hack From a Disney Pal! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New in Magic Kingdom: TRON Construction, Dole Whip Galore, and a Disneyland Shirt?! What’s New in Magic Kingdom: TRON Construction, ‘Soul’ Merch, and CROWDS! What’s New in Magic Kingdom: Cinderella Castle Updates and the Spring Roll Cart Is BACK! View the full article

Disney released its new Harveys collaboration today, and it’s already proven to be POPULAR. ©Disney The Play in the Parks collection is filled with our favorite Disney characters and park icons — and you can even rep both coasts! But while you can purchase these bags online, we noticed they had already sold out in Disney World by mid-morning. But don’t worry! We tracked ’em down for you later in the day. We spotted some of the new collection in Uptown Jewelers in Magic Kingdom! Now, not everything was here, but we did find the Crossbody Bag for $148… Crossbody Bag The Disney World Circle Bag for $198… Circle Bag ..and the Tote Bag for $198! Tote Bag And of course, that Tote Bag comes with a park essentials enamel charm. We love that little detail! As expected, we did not find the Disneyland Circle Bag in Disney World. However, we will keep an eye out for the Backpack! How cute! If you’re trying to get your hands on this collection, Disney announced it would be up for grabs at Ever After, Uptown Jewelers, Discovery Trading Company, and Legends of Hollywood in Disney World. A Cast Member also told us that Marketplace Co-Op in Disney Springs would get a re-stock this Saturday! And in Disneyland, you’ll find it at The Dress Shop, Elias and Company, and Backstage Premier. Best of luck! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news. Check Out This Collection in More Detail! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which bag in this collection is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post Hurry! Grab Disney’s Popular New Accessories Before They Sell Out...Again first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: If You Love Park Icons, You NEED Disney’s New Accessory Here’s How You Can STILL Get Disney’s New “Sold-Out” Accessories! The New Harveys Collection Is ALL About Classic Disney Rides and Characters View the full article

If you’ve visited EPCOT in the last couple of years, you’re likely very familiar with the fact that there’s a LOT going on in preparation for the park’s 40th anniversary in 2022. EPCOT’s transformation has caused several disruptions when it comes to getting around the park, but we’ve seen some stunning additions as a result, including the park’s new fountain and nighttime lighting! Jaw. Dropping. Beauty. It ALWAYS feels like there’s something new going on at this park, so let’s take a look at all of the newest findings in EPCOT, from construction updates to new drinks! EPCOT Construction Updates As the first sight you see when you enter EPCOT, Spaceship Earth is currently going through a transformation that’s both big and small all at the same time! More external lights fixtures have been added to Spaceship Earth! On our most recent visit, we counted around 50 lights now fixed onto the structure. Look carefully & you can see the tiny lighting fixtures added to Spaceship Earth It looks like progress is moving right along since the first lights were added last month! In addition, the construction walls below Spaceship Earth are gone! With so much construction happening around EPCOT, it’s nice to see when construction walls come down rather than go up! Isn’t it refreshing to see EPCOT without construction walls? Back in World Showcase, additional small barges have appeared in the lagoon in preparation for the new nighttime spectacular, Harmonious. These barges look like they could be cages that Cast Members stand in when testing elements of the show. Additional Harmonious barges have appeared around World Showcase Lagoon Speaking of Harmonious barges, we also saw them lit up at night on our recent visit! We spotted the barges lit up at night in the past, but seeing them illuminated at night makes it feel more and more like a new nighttime spectacular is coming to Disney World! Harmonious barges lit up at night We also noticed that some of the construction walls around the Morocco Pavilion come down. Construction walls are down in the Morocco Pavilion A new structure against one of the walls with a false door can now be spotted in the pavilion. New wall feature has appeared in the Morocco Pavilion There’s never a dull moment when it comes to construction happening around EPCOT! Click here to check out a preview of Spaceship Earth’s new lighting feature! EPCOT Food Updates On our recent visit, tried one of the newest cocktails to arrive in EPCOT: the Strawberry Basil Cocktail! Strawberry Basil Cocktail with Palm Ridge Reserve Rye Whiskey This cocktail can be found at Farmer’s Feast, one of the many food booths at this year’s Flower and Garden Festival. Strawberry goodness The cocktail is made with Palm Ridge Golden Wheat Whiskey and garnished with Basil Leaves. For $13, we found this to be a super refreshing addition to the festival! We just wish the basil was muddled rather than just sitting on top as a garnish. Click here to read our full review of Farmer’s Feast from the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival! EPCOT Merchandise Updates House of Good Fortune Over in the China Pavilion, an Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month display can be seen in House of Good Fortune! Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month display Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month takes place in the month of May, so it’s exciting to see this display in EPCOT a couple weeks early! Mitsukoshi Mitsukoshi in the Japan Pavilion is one of our favorite spots in EPCOT for unique souvenirs! On our recent visit, we found this adorable Hello Kitty and Friends Gudetama AirPod Case for $19.99. Gudetama AirPod Case We also spotted this cute Gudetama Avocado Plush! Avocado Plush It’s also available in Mitsukoshi for $24.95. Avocado Plush You can find tons of unique souvenirs like characters from Hello Kitty and other popular Japanese brands at Mitsukoshi, so definitely make it a point to visit this shop on your next visit to EPCOT! Make sure you visit Mitsukoshi before leaving EPCOT! Click here to learn more. That’ll do it for the latest news from EPCOT! Be sure to follow along as we bring you updates from all of the Disney World theme parks as well as the resort hotels and Disney Springs! If you have an upcoming Disney World vacation, check back frequently so you’re equipped with the most up-to-date information. Click here to see what’s new at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite thing to do at EPCOT? Let us know in the comments! The post What’s New EPCOT: Spaceship Earth is Transforming and There’s an Avocado…Plush? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at EPCOT: A Queue Takes Us BACKSTAGE, Anna and Elsa Are Playing Hide-and-Seek, and MORE! What’s New in EPCOT: A Missing Snack, More Spaceship Earth Lights, and A Whole NEW MENU Don’t Forget! You Can Get Caffeine in EPCOT Without a Wait View the full article

We’re counting down the days until Disneyland reopens (and spoiler alert: it’s SOON!). There it is! Luckily, it seems like Disney is just as excited as we are. We’ve already seen Cast Members preparing to welcome us back (with Dole Whip, too!), and now, Disney’s given us a peek at an all-new merchandise collection to celebrate! Disneyland’s “The Magic Is Back” collection is a tribute to the historic reopening of the parks — and there are quite a few items to choose from! There are a couple of t-shirts… ©Disney …and a mask, too! We see you, Sorcerer Mickey. ©Disney You can carry your favorite drink around the parks with the matching tumbler — and ya can’t see it in the picture, but Sorcerer Mickey is on the other side of it! ©Disney There are also 4 pins on the way, which Disney hasn’t revealed yet…but we’ll let you know as soon as they do. And while you’re shopping, don’t forget about the 2021 Disneyland collection. We’ve seen it in the parks and online, and it’s got some cool finds, too! ©Disney You’ll be able to find these items — minus those pins for now! — in Disneyland starting on April 30th! They’ll be at the Emporium, Elias & Co., and Disneyland Resort Backlot Premiere Shop. We’ll be sure to check them out for you once they officially debut! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disneyland reopening news. Here’s Everything You Need to Know About Disneyland Reopening! 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 What are you most excited for when Disneyland reopens? Let us know in the comments! The post Get a Sneak Peek at Disneyland's Brand-New Merch Collection! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disneyland 65th Anniversary Ear Hats, Sweaters, and MORE Have Arrived Online! What’s New at Downtown Disney: Signs of Theme Park Reopenings, New Ears, and MORE! Pre-Order MORE of the Disneyland 65th Anniversary Loungefly Collection Online Right Now! View the full article

Are you a fan of the Kansas City Chiefs? How about the Seattle Seahawks? Do you ALWAYS root for the Buffalo Bills? Oh, and do you love Disney, Star Wars, and Marvel? Then we’ve got just the thing for you!! Time for Some Football! Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski already brought a bit of the NFL to Disney with their trips earlier this year, and now it’s time for you to bring a bit of the NFL and Disney home! The NFL draft is getting ready to kick off on April 29th and now you can celebrate ALL the football news with your favorite Disney characters. Disney recently teamed up with the NFL and Junk Food Clothing to release a whole BUNCH of shirts featuring your favorite teams along side Star Wars characters, the Avengers, and even Mickey Mouse! Which Would You Pick? ©Disney Looking to rep your favorite team with Mickey Mouse? There are shirts for that! The shirt below is priced at $34.99. Mickey Looks Ready to Go!©Disney Looking for more of a throw-back Avengers look? They’ve got that too! This shirt is priced at $34.99. Anyone Out There a Big Fan of the Chiefs?! ©Disney More of a Star Wars fan? Well, you can choose the Empire Team… The Dark Side ©Disney …or the Rebels Team to show off your love for Star Wars and your favorite football team. These shirts are generally priced at $34.99 each. The Rebel Team ©Disney The shirts are available right now on NFLShop.com, NFL team retail locations, and on-site at the NFL Draft in Cleveland. So, if you’re a big football fan, or you know someone who is, you can look into grabbing some of these shirts as an awesome gift! We’ll keep an eye out for more new Disney merchandise and let you know what we find. Tom Brady just gave us the most cringeworthy moment in Disney World — click here to see it! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What is your favorite football team? Tell us in the comments! The post Football Fans: You've GOT To See Disney's Newest Collection! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Target Is Killin’ The Game With These Star Wars Tiki Mugs! Disney Is Experiencing Technical Difficulties…Again. The Saga Continues. We Can’t Stop Laughing…The Newest Piece of Baby Yoda Merch Is SO 2020! View the full article

Disney is celebrating Earth Month in a very special way. Animal Kingdom’s Tree of Life You may have heard about all of the fun experiences coming to Disney World for the occasion: special treats, rare characters, and so much more. But Disney is also taking this time to build on a historic partnership, all while bringing the magic of animals to children. Pre-pandemic, Disney’s Animals, Science, and Environment Cast Members frequented Central Florida children’s hospitals with rabbits, hedgehogs, and birds in tow. Dr. Scott Terrell, Direct of Animals and Science Operations, explained that these animals helped reduce anxiety and provide distractions to the children in the hospital. He cited “the positive impact that the magic of nature has” in explaining how beneficial the program was. Part of the team! ©Disney But in today’s situation, the team had to improvise. So they thought of a special Earth Month activity! Now, the kids can watch videos of the team showing them various animals around the park. Then, they’re led through their very own version of Animal Kingdom’s Animation Experience drawing class! ©Disney The children draw characters like Dumbo and Simba, with a matching plush by their side and the guidance of an Animation Experience character artist. Disney explains that the program allows them to combine “our rich legacy of caring for the environment with our ongoing support in local children’s hospitals.” And we LOVE that this partnership exists! ©Disney We’re happy to see Disney making a positive difference in the community, and we hope this story brightens your spirits as much as it did ours! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news. Read More About the Animation Experience in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Doesn’t this just brighten your day? Let us know in the comments! The post See How Disney World Is Partnering with Local Children’s Hospitals! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Three Florida Children’s Hospitals Receive Vibrant Art and Interactive Tech from Disney Find Out How You Can Celebrate Earth Day in BIG Ways With Disney This Week! This Hospital Celebrated Toy Story’s 25th Anniversary in the BEST Way! View the full article

The countdown is on! The reopening of Disneyland Resort theme parks is around the corner. As you get ready to return to the magic, take a look at a few special products coming to the Disneyland Resort!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/bzoKFpbSrGs View the full article

EPCOT’s been undergoing LOTS of construction lately! EPCOT We’ve seen big changes as the park undergoes its transformation: there are new rides, restaurants, and even a fireworks show on the way! And we’re getting excited. But some changes are happening to EPCOT’s shops, too! We’ve told ya that a brand-new flagship store is on the way…and now, another store is closing temporarily. Although it was due to close on April 19th, Pin Traders was still open yesterday. But on our trip to EPCOT today, we noticed an entire row of hedges blocking our way into the store from underneath Spaceship Earth. Safe to say, it’s definitely closed now! Pin Traders is closed! A construction wall on the other side blocks access to the store, too. In the meantime, you’ll be able to shop for pins at Gateway Gifts or visit the Stroller Rentals for PhotoPass assistance. Both are also near the park entrance! Construction walls are up! Currently, Pin Traders is showing hours on Disney World’s website starting on May 7th. So we should see it reopen then! Now, Disney hasn’t announced why the store is closing, or what work will be done. It may or may not be related to EPCOT’s transformation! But we’ll be sure to keep you posted as we learn more. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news! Learn About the NEW Store Coming 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. Do you like to shop at Pin Traders? Let us know in the comments! The post Yup…This Disney World Store Is Definitely CLOSED first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: A Major EPCOT Store Is Closing for THREE Weeks A Disney World Store DIDN’T Close as Planned Warning: Spaceship Earth Is Closing…And We Finally Have Some Answers To Our Questions! View the full article

The last time we saw Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion, it was undergoing quite a bit of construction! Looks Like the Spirits are Getting a Refreshed Space to Haunt Disneyland Park will finally be reopening to guests in just a few days and the Haunted Mansion will be reopening with it! As if we weren’t thrilled enough already to visit the Haunted Mansion Disney recently shared some images that are truly making us want to hurrryyyy baccckkk to this iconic Disneyland ride! The Disneyland Resort Cast and Community Facebook page recently shared a post about some very special Cast Members who are getting ready to welcome guests back again — it’s the Haunted Mansion Cast Members and they’re looking as spooktacular as ever! Hey There! ©Disneyland Cast and Community It looks like these Cast Members are preparing for all of the ride’s adoring fans to make their way back to the Mansion very soon. After over a year of closures at Disneyland Park, it’s fantastic to see the Cast Members back at work and getting ready to welcome guests once again. We Can’t Wait to Visit You for the Swinging Wake! ©Disneyland Cast and Community But, we’re not just excited to see the Mansion in general or those fantastic Cast Members at this classic ride. We’re also looking forward to seeing all of the unique new details that have been added to the Haunted Mansion out at Disneyland! How Frighteningly Wonderful ©Disney A very special portrait has returned, new landscaping has arrived near the Pet Cemetery, and more changes have been made in the ride. Click here to see what’s changed at the Haunted Mansion in Disneyland! We’ll keep an eye out for more details about Disneyland’s reopening. Stay tuned for more information! 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 ever visited Disneyland and been on their version of the Haunted Mansion? Tell us in the comments! The post The Haunted Mansion Cast Members Can't Wait for You to "Hurry Back" to Disneyland! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: VIDEOS & PHOTOS: See What’s CHANGED at The Haunted Mansion in Disneyland! NEWS: Disneyland Resort Theme Parks Remain Closed as Orange County Stays in the “Substantial” Tier Disney EXTENDS Legacy Passholder Discounts and Introduces NEW App Feature View the full article

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Get ready to GOLF at Walt Disney World… and enjoy a little something extra while you’re at it! Chip and Dale Golf Visor The Spring 2021 Walt Disney World Golf Gift Cards offer is currently up for grabs, and we’re giving you the details here… FORE! As shared on the Walt Disney World Golf website (golfwdw.com), guests who purchase a Walt Disney World Golf gift card from now through June 15th can receive an EXTRA gift card worth 10% of the purchase value. It goes like this… • Buy a $100 card and receive an additional $10 gift card • Buy a $150 card and receive an additional $15 gift card • Buy a $200 card and receive an additional $20 gift card The gift card value can go towards Golf or Footgolf on the Walt Disney World courses. Pro shop merch and golf instructional programming are options, too. Promotional value on the bonus gift card expires on December 31, 2021. The Happiest Place on TURF! Want more info? Call the Merchandise line at (407) 431-0070, or visit the Gift Card page on the Walt Disney World Golf website. Gift cards can even be mailed to the recipient (along with other shipping options). This could be a great option for Mother’s Day or Father’s Day if your folks are hoping to get in some golf at the “Happiest Place on TURF!” Have you ever played golf at Disney World? Check out our Footgolf adventures 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 ever golfed at Disney World? Please let us know with a comment! The post Buy a Disney World Gift Card and Get an EXTRA VALUE Gift Card with a Spring Offer first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disney World Golf Courses Plan to Stay Open During Park Closures This Gift Card Promo From Walt Disney World Golf Will Have You Yelling ‘Fore!’ DVC Members Can Save BIG on Golf Lessons in Disney World View the full article

If you’re looking to dine at a restaurant owned by or run by a celebrity chef, you’ve got quite a few options in Orlando! Have You Been to ICON Park? ©ICON Park In Disney Springs alone, we’ve got Homecomin’ by Chef Art Smith, Morimoto Asia from Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto, and Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill from Chef Wolfgang Puck. But, over at Orlando’s ICON Park a new restaurant from another celebrity chef will soon be moving in! Journalist Ashley Carter recently posted on Twitter and linked to a full story about this new spot on Spectrum News Orlando 13. According to Carter and Spectrum News, a new restaurant from celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay will be opening in Orlando this summer! “Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips” is expected to open at Orlando’s ICON Park in August. Concept Rendering of the New Spot ©Gordon Ramsay North America | Obtained Via Spectrum News This restaurant is set to be a fast-casual style eatery with a red telephone box serving as the restaurant’s entrance and exit. There will be indoor and counter seating, or you could opt for some seating on the outdoor patio. The menu is set to include fish and chips, marinated shrimp, chicken and chips, as well as some seasonal and “secret menu” items. For those who like their chips “natural” they can get the regular sea salt version. Or, you can kick things up a notch and get the fries with either a truffle, parmesan, and chive mix; jalapeño and crisp chorizo; or with bacon cheddar cheese, green onions, and sour cream. Time to Eat! ©Gordon Ramsay North America | Obtained Via Spectrum News Looking for something to drink? The menu is set to include hand-crafted shakes, imported beers, and even fresh-squeezed lemonades. In a statement, Chef Ramsay said “It was a real tradition for me growing up, so I’m excited to bring that nostalgia from my youth to Orlando for all the residents that call the City Beautiful home and the millions of tourist[s] that visit every year.” It’s Chef Ramsay! ©PRNewsFoto/Paris Las Vegas | Obtained Via the Gazette You probably recognize Chef Ramsay from his hit shows Master Chef and Hell’s Kitchen. He’s also got a number of restaurants in the U.S. and elsewhere. The Orlando version of Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips will be the first location of this restaurant outside of Las Vegas. The ICON Park in Orlando is home to various attractions including The Wheel, SEA Life Orlando Aquarium, and more, as well as some restaurants from other celebrities as well. It’s located about 20 minutes away from Disney World. How will Chef Ramsay’s fish & chips compare to the DELICIOUS fish & chips over at the U.K. pavilion in EPCOT? Only time will tell! We’ll keep an eye out for more news and updates and let you know what we find! Click here to see our review of the Fish & Chips in the United Kingdom pavilion in EPCOT! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Would you want to check out Chef Ramsay’s Fish & Chips restaurant in Orlando? Tell us in the comments! The post An ICONIC Celebrity Chef Is Opening a New Restaurant Near Disney World Soon first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: Orlando Attractions Including Gatorland and Fun Spot America Request to Reopen in Florida’s Phase Two Marriott CEO Announced That He Will Not Take a Salary For Remainder of the Year PHOTOS: Oh What Fun! We Visited the Jolly Creek Holiday Festival! View the full article

Are you ready for some football? The NFL season is set to kick off with the NFL Draft on April 29 on ESPN, and I’m pumped to announce that there will be an all-new way for fans to celebrate their favorite football teams, alongside their favorite characters.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/cShv-vduk0U View the full article

Have you paid a visit to Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill yet? Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill in Disney Springs We definitely have some favorites at this Disney Spring dining spot, like the killer Bruschetta and Truffled Potato Chips. And you can grab some crazy fun and tasty sips at the outdoor To-Go counter! (Sorbet Spritz, anyone?) But it doesn’t stop there, because there are some NEW menu items at Wolfgang Puck’s, and we’ve got a little sneak peek to share… On Instagram, @wpbgorlando is shining the spotlight on the new Kurobuta Pork Ribeye served with grilled asparagus over kumquat marmalade and a kumquat emulsion! Kurobuta Pork Ribeye ©Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill And don’t forget, Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill is serving up Weekend Brunch these days, too… See what’s for BRUNCH at Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill here! ENJOY!! 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 ever dined at Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill? Please let us know with a comment! The post Sneak Peek! NEW Menu Items at a Disney World Celebrity-Owned Restaurant first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Review: Wolfgang Puck Grand Cafe Disney Springs ‘Tis The Season! Here’s How to GIVE (and Receive A FREE Hot Cocoa) in Disney World! Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill Now Offers Weekend Brunch in Disney World! View the full article

Guys, it’s been a RAINY day in Disney World. Hello, rain! We’ve experienced our fair share of stormy Disney days, and we don’t let the weather stop our trips to the parks. But boy can the rain be brutal! Now, you may know that at 1PM, practically everyone in Disney’s Hollywood Studios pauses what they’re doing to try and get a Rise of the Resistance boarding group. Combine that with the rain? You’ll get some MAJOR crowding, as we saw today. We first noticed the congestion as we walked through Grand Avenue. People were piled inside the tunnel crossing into Galaxy’s Edge! That’s a lot of people! We made our way inside to see what was going on, and guys — it was PACKED. YIKES. Of course, people wanted to stay out of the rain. It’s only natural, right?! They needed a dry spot to pull over and try to snag that boarding group — and it seemed like everyone had the SAME idea as to where. People keep comin’! We’re guessing social distancing was not on people’s minds, and it clearly wasn’t happening in this situation. Shortly after 1PM, the crowds started to filter out, as people continued on with their days. And then it was back to business as usual! Bye, crowds! While this congested spot didn’t stick around long, it is something you could encounter on your trip to Disney. If social distancing is a concern, be mindful of spots where crowds could gather — especially in the rain! Small shops (or really ANYWHERE with cover) could all look like this. But hey, good luck getting that boarding group. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news! Check Out Another Rainy Day 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 do at Disney on a rainy day? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Here's When Social Distancing Goes Out the Window in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: A NEW Lightsaber, Crowd Updates, and a Buzz Lightyear CAR! The BIGGEST Time Wasters in Disney World — And How To Avoid Them! We Rode Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run on Disney’s Hollywood Studios Reopening Day — Here’s What’s Different! View the full article

If there’s one thing that’s predictable about Disney World restaurants…it’s that they’re unpredictable! We like to stay on top of things! Disney’s dining locations are constantly evolving and we do our best to keep up with all the menu changes around the parks and resorts. Whether it’s a new item at a snack stand or a whole line of updated entrees at a sit-down restaurant, we make sure to follow Disney World menus closely. And today, we were given a pleasant surprise — two totally revamped menus at one of the table service restaurants! This morning, we discovered that the menus have changed significantly at Trattoria al Forno(which was character dining prior to the closure) at Disney’s BoardWalk! There are updated versions of both the breakfast and dinner menus, and some of these options sound pretty great. For reference, here’s the old breakfast menu: ©Disney | This is the old breakfast menu at Trattoria! We tried the old breakfast menu out last summer when the BoardWalk reopened (you can find our review here!) but now it looks like we’ll be going back soon to taste the new options. The menu is now divided into some new sections. In the Dalla Cucina, you’ll find new items like the Sunrise Breakfast Pizza for $14 and the Tiramisu-Style French Toast for $16. ©Disney We also spotted items from the old menu, like Buttermilk Pancakes for $15 and the Oak-grilled Steak and Eggs for $21. The steak was formerly served with asparagus and a cheesy egg torte but now comes with sunny-side-up eggs. Royale Breakfast at Trattoria al Forno’s Bon Voyage Breakfast In the Uova Fresche di Fattoria section of the breakfast menu, there are several different types of eggs available. Poached Eggs are still available for $13, as well as the Two Eggs Your Way option for $15. If you want something more adventurous, you can try out the new Al Forno Eggs for $15 with Brick Oven-roasted Cage-free Eggs, Spiced Tomato Sauce, and Crispy Country Bread. ©Disney There’s also the Caprese Omelet for $16, which is a twist on the older Open-faced Italian Omelet that we tried last time. Open-Faced Omelet at Trattoria al Forno In the Un Nuovo Inizio section, the Avocado Toast has stuck around for $12 as a plant-based option, while two new items have made the list. The Florentine Frittata is $16 and comes with Egg Whites, Baby Spinach, Goat Cheese, Fresh Herbs, and Seasonal Fruit, and the Freshly Harvested Fruit Plate is $15 and comes with Yogurt, Honeycomb, and House-made Granola. Trattoria al Forno on Disney’s BoardWalk Looking at the dinner menu, there are some big differences as well. For the Appertizers (that’s how they spell it), most of the options have changed. We have the addition of Coastal Mussels for $18, Calamari for $17 (formerly a calamari fritti with different sauces), Salumi for $15, and a Roma Tomato Bruschetta for $13. ©Disney Besides those, there are also new salad and soup choices. While the Insalata Caprese has stayed for $13, there’s a new Tuscan Salad and Kale Caesar Salad, each for $12. And if you’re not a salad person, try out the Minestrone Soup for $9. The old Minestrone Soup from way back in 2013! On the list of Entrees, the Oak-grilled Strip Steak is still on the menu, as well as the Parmigiana di Pollo. The steak is $39 and the chicken is $26. Oak Grilled Strip Steak — what a beauty! However, as far as new items go, there are QUITE a few to choose from. You can try out the Veal Osso Buco for $34, the Rosemary-Tuna Carpaccio for $33, the Grilled Swordfish Salmoriglio for $32, or the Shrimp Papardelle for $29. There’s also a new Lasagna al Forno for $27 and a Plant-Based Rigatoni Bolognese for $25. ©Disney Also, there’s a whole new list of pizzas to enjoy! Choose from the Pizze Bianca, Pizze Sicilian, or Pizze Margherita for $19 each, the Pizze Pepperoni for $20, or the Pizze Carni for $22. And for sides, you can order Italian favorites like Shrimp Scampi, Garlic Bread, Grilled Chicken Breast, Olives, Polpette, or the Crispy Pancetta Arrancini. ©Disney Wow, that was quite the menu update! We can’t wait to try out these new items and report back to you with our review. Stay tuned to DFB for all the latest food news! Click Here to See Our Most Recent Review of Trattoria al Forno! 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 ever been to this restaurant? 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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Disney has released a whole bunch of new collectible keys and key pins this year! So Many Key Pins!©shopDisney We’ve seen keys inspired by Mickey, Fantasia, and even Forky! But now it’s time for some other characters to take over. If you’re a fan of the Disney princesses, you’re going to want to see Disney’s latest creation! Introducing the NEW Disney Princess Key! It’s a bit difficult to see all of the details in the photo below which appeared on the shopDisney site… Time for a New Key! ©shopDisney …so we took a look at what appears to be the same exact key, as shared by the shopDisney U.K. account on their Instagram. In that photo you can see that the center of the key is covered in images representing the different Disney princess. We spotted a magic lamp for Jasmine, a rose for Belle, a crown for Sleeping Beauty, and more! The key also has some gold colored accents and a shiny castle at the end. How Many Details Can You See? ©shopDisney Want to snatch this key? Well, on April 27th, you’ll actually be able to grab this key for FREE with any $25+ purchase online at shopDisney or in your local Disney Store. If you’ve been adding things to your cart slowly and waiting for the perfect moment to make your purchase, this might be the right time, if you’re a big Disney key collector! Here’s How to Get This Key! ©shopDisney Be sure to mark your calendars so you can make your purchases and grab this key for FREE while it’s available. We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more news about Disney merchandise and more. Stay tuned for all the latest updates! Click here to see the 6 collectible keys that will be arriving online for Star Wars Day! 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 have any of Disney’s collectible keys? Tell us in the comments! The post Another FREE Disney Collectible Is Dropping Soon! See It HERE! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disney Will Release Over 10 NEW Collectible Keys & Pins Soon! See Them Here! Disney Is Offering a FREE Gift When You Spend $25 Online TODAY! We Have a Release DATE for Disney’s New “From Our Family to Yours” Collectible Key! View the full article

We’re sure you’ve heard by now, but we’re TOO excited…Disneyland is reopening on April 30th! Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle While the park will only be open for California residents until further notice, you may still be in need of a hotel on your trip to the parks! Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa is reopening on April 29th, but what if you want to explore some off-property options? A new sweet deal may make those nearby hotels EXTRA appealing. Visit Anaheim is advertising a spring promotion for those visiting Disneyland! If you stay at one of the participating off-property hotels (and there are over 50 of ’em!), you qualify for freebies and special savings. We bet you can’t wait to be back HERE! While supplies last, you’ll get a free Disneyland Castle Stainless Steel Water Bottle. Sounds pretty practical — you can bring it along to the parks with you! You’ll also save big at your hotel: you could get up to 20% off your stay, free Wi-Fi, up to $50 in gift cards, and MORE. Soon, we’ll be here again! Each hotel will have its own promotion details, whether that’s a minimum stay requirement or variations on what you’ll save, so head over to Visit Anaheim for more info. As we mentioned, there are over 50 participating locations. So if you do plan to stay off-property, make sure you pick one of these options! Disneyland We’ll continue to keep you posted as we receive more news about Disneyland’s BIG reopening! Stay tuned to DFB. Here’s Everything You Need to Know About Disneyland Reopening! 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 Over 50 (!!) Off-Property Hotels Are Offering HUGE Disneyland Discounts first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: News! Find Out How to Save With THREE 2020 Deals at Disneyland Resort! NEWS: New Opening Date Announced for Disneyland’s Grand Californian Downtown Disney’s Closed Starbucks Location Has Reopened…AGAIN! View the full article

Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew in Disney Springs is pretty much constantly churning out new over-the-top drinks and, of course, DONUTS! A DFB Snack Hack at Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew We’ve tried everything from Purple Chai to a Peeps-covered Donut to EPIC Cinnamon Rolls (not to mention our own DFB Hack starring their famous Grilled Cheeeeeese)! And now we’ve got some SPIKED COFFEE SIPS to chat about, starting with a lil’ something called the Little Italy… As @everglazed_fl shares on Instagram, the Little Italy spiked coffee serves up cold brew with sweet cream and Amaretto cordial. In true Everglazed style, it’s topped not only with whipped cream, but also Italian rainbow cookies to add some sweet to the SPIKE! ©Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew @everglazed_fl on Instagram Additional Spiked Coffees on the menu include a Strawberry Mocha with rum and chocolate cordials, a Cinnamon Toast Punch with Irish Cream, coffee, and cinnamon cordials, and “Glazed & Confused” made with rum cordial and topped with a Maple DOUBLE Bacon Donut. Maple Double Bacon Donut So, yeah… there’s that! With the exception of the Glazed & Confused coming in at $14.00, the other Spiked Coffee drinks are available for $10.00. With every visit, we are learning to expect the unexpected at Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew! Have YOU been yet? Find out what the Cheesy Bacon Donut is all about here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What would you like to order at Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew? Please let us know with a comment! The post Find Out Where to Start Your Day with Spiked Coffee in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Watch Out, Gaston! There’s a NEW Cinnamon Roll in Disney World FULL REVIEW: Are Everglazed Donuts The New KING Of Disney World Snacks? What’s New at Disney Springs: A Grilled Cheese BACON Donut Hack, Secret Cake Slice, Soul Art, and More! View the full article

Just in time for Earth Month, teams across Walt Disney World have been creatively drawing on the long-standing history of helping to reimagine the patient experience in local children’s hospitals by virtually bringing some fun from our parks straight to the Central Florida community.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/UXnE6qQnE2E View the full article

If you’ve paid attention to travel news recently, you may have noticed that demand for travel is on the rise. And if you’ve traveled at all recently and needed a rental car, you may have run into an eye-popping realization: rental cars have gotten REALLY expensive. In fact, News 6 Orlando has reported that your rental car could actually wind up costing MORE than your airline ticket. Magic Kingdom Entrance Bringing a car to Disney World is already a pricey decision, with hidden costs like those pesky overnight hotel fees adding up over the length of your stay. And with Disney World expected to be a bit crowded this summer, upping demand for rental cars in the Orlando area even more, renting a car could only cost you MORE than you’re anticipating. Back in 2020 at the start of the pandemic, demand for rental cars plummeted 90%. In order to survive, rental car companies began selling off their inventory, resulting in a MAJOR shortage of cars. Who remembers empty airplanes in 2020? According to Jonathan Weinberg, CEO of AutoSlash, major rental car companies sold off on average 30 to 40% of their fleet, which amounts to “hundreds of thousands of cars.” And once travel started to pick back up, these companies were caught off guard and without enough supply to meet rising demand. Parking at Hollywood Studios As more Americans receive the COVID-19 vaccine and look to resume regular travel (especially as the summer travel season approaches), travelers are discovering rental car rates as high as $300 per day, if not higher. That adds up to a MAJOR line item in your Disney World vacation budget. Animal Kingdom Entrance There are lots of decisions to make when planning a Disney World vacation, and typically the rental car conversation happens AFTER airline tickets and hotels! For now, you may want to consider making your rental car the FIRST thing you search for when planning your next vacation to Disney World. Driving a rental car under this arch could cost you MORE in 2021! Planning a trip beyond 2021? Keep in mind that Disney’s Magical Express will no longer be in service as of January 2022, so a rental car may be something your family considers adding to your vacation experience. At this time, it’s hard for the industry to predict how long they anticipate inflated rental car costs to last, so hopefully by 2022 rates return to normal. Disney’s Magical Express Also, keep in mind that Disney World provides a variety of complimentary transportation options to their guests. From the Monorail to the Disney Skyliner, you can navigate throughout the parks and resorts for the length of your stay, no rental car needed. If a rental car is easier for your travel party, just be prepared to pay a little more than what you’re typically used to! Click here to read just HOW busy Disney World could look this summer! 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 prefer to rent a car when you visit Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post Renting A Car Could Cost MORE Than Disney World Tickets -- Here's Why first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Traveling to Disney World Soon? Orlando International Airport Wants to Know Your Thoughts on Flying! Flying To Florida Soon? Here Are ALL the Open Shopping and Dining Locations at Orlando’s International Airport! Paging Disney-Goers! Orlando Airport is Expected to Have MUCH Lower Traffic This Thanksgiving! View the full article

Good news if you’re lookin’ for a quick cooldown in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Toy Story Land’s Slinky Dog Dash Disney World’s current limited operations mean that certain spots around the parks remain closed, whether that’s a restaurant, ride, or even a hotel. We are starting to see some reopenings, though, and we’re keeping you posted as those happen! And as we were walking through Toy Story Land, we noticed that something else had opened up shop again. You may remember the snack stand over by the line for Slinky Dog Dash: it serves up cold drinks and frozen lemonade cups. It’s been shuttered, but when we recently stopped by, it was OPEN! Back open for business! A Cast Member told us that they are testing this location, so there’s no saying if it will stay open permanently. For now, it’s open during prime parks hours only, to gauge demand. But if it DOES close again (or maybe you just want cocktail!), try the cart across the path instead. You can stop by this cart, too! If you’re on the hunt for something refreshing before you get in that long line for Slinky Dog Dash, stop by this snack cart! You’ll need it — after all, Toy Story Land gets HOT. We’ll keep you posted on whether this reopening sticks around, so stay tuned to DFB! Check Out Everything That’s CLOSED 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’s your favorite part about Toy Story Land? Let us know in the comments! The post A Snack Stand Reopened in Disney’s Hollywood Studios…But It Could Disappear Again first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: This Is the ONLY Place You Can Grab a Sweet Cream Cheese Pretzel at Disney World Right Now! No More Breakfast? BIG Menu Changes Pop Up for Woody’s Lunch Box in Disney’s Hollywood Studios What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Fresh Paint, a Menu Change, and Cinnamon Toast Pretzels are BACK! View the full article