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It’s not too early to start your 2022 vacation planning! And if you’re planning on traveling with Adventures by Disney — NOW is when you want to book it! ©Adventures by Disney Currently, most Adventures by Disney trips are canceled through part of this year. BUT if you’re looking to go on a trip in 2022, you can save BIG by booking now! You can save up to $500 per person if you book select land adventures in 2022. But you must book your trip by July 15th with a travel date between March 11th, 2022 and April 1st, 2023. In other words, booking early could you save you BIG BUCKS. Take a Look at the Policies ©Disney Rates and availability are limited, so the sooner you book, the better. Also, as we previously mentioned, this is only for land adventures, so it doesn’t apply to private tours or any cruise-related trips. ©Adventures by Disney So this is your reminder that everyone can book this deal NOW, as of today. So if you’re looking ahead to trips for next year and even in 2023, now is the time to start planning and booking that trip! And as always, we’ll let you know when other deals come up, too! Here’s When Carnival Cruise Line Hopes To Resume Sailings From The U.S. Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you planning an Adventures by Disney trip? Let us know in the comments! The post Reminder: You Can Save 0 on Disney Adventures -- Here's How! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: See How You Can Save $500 Per Person(!!) on a Disney Adventure DVC Members: Don’t Miss Your Chance to Get Disney Merchandise at a Discount! See How You Could Save BIG at Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawaii! View the full article

Most guests who visit Disney World are pretty well-informed and come prepared, and if you’re reading this, you’ve probably already seen many of our tips and tricks on how to make your Disney World vacation less stressful and more magical! Hey, Donald!!! And we’re coming in hot now with a few tips of things you should NEVER say at Disney World, and trust us — these may seem like no-brainers to you, but we’ve totally heard these at the parks! So pay attention! Which Way to Harry Potter World? Okay, so you think everyone would know that the Wizarding World of Harry Potter is at Universal Studios and NOT at Disney World, but they don’t! It’s like there’s a disconnect when it comes to Orlando-area theme parks and some guests believe that Disney World really DOES own everything and has sucked in Universal Orlando attractions, too. THIS is not Disney World Yes, we’ve HEARD THIS! So we’re giving you a heads up — you will not find anything Harry Potter at Disney World. So keep that in mind before you ask the one question that might just make Cast Members roll their eyes. You’ll have to buy separate tickets and make your way over to Universal if you’re looking to head to Hogwarts or if you wanna chug endless amounts of Butterbeer. Here’s A First Look at Universal Orlando When It Reopened Last Year We’ll Just Find a Place to Eat When We Get Hungry Oh, you poor innocent souls who think you can just go to Disney World and eat when and where you want when the mood strikes you. If only it worked that way…right?! Even with limited capacity, that’s not the case, and that’s actually made it MORE difficult to find a place to eat quickly. Disney World’s table service restaurants also have limited capacity right now, and without Advance Dining Reservations (which we HIGHLY recommend), you’re probably out of luck. Want to eat here? You better make an Advance Dining Reservation! Although the Mobile Dine Walk-Up Waitlist has made it a little easier to get seating at the popular restaurants — you’ll still find yourself waiting for a while and getting hungrier by the minute. Walk-Up Waitlist at Nomad Lounge There are often long lines for many Counter/Quick Service Service Restaurants, too, so those also require some planning in advance. Even those spots with Mobile Order are going to have a wait (and with SO MANY requiring mobile order, if you’re eating at popular times, you could wait up to an hour or more for your food!). Line for Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe The best way to get around this is to eat earlier or later than folks normally do and to make sure that you are planning when and where you wanna eat in advance. When it comes to Mobile Order, you can set the time you’d like to pick up your food, so if you’re worried about waiting, you may want to order your lunch or dinner early in the day to pick up later. Here’s How Only Certain Guests Can Currently Mobile Order Food From Select Disney World Restaurants Let’s Go Get In Line For Rise of The Resistance Oh, my — this one is…well, sadly it’s not the case. And those who do not heavily research and plan their Disney World trips in advance may have no idea that they can’t just jump in line for the newest ride in the parks. So here’s the deal — you can’t just go get in line for Rise of the Resistance at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. You must have a boarding pass (which is pretty much your ticket to ride) to even THINK about getting in the line, and those can be difficult to obtain. But basically, you’ll have to get on the My Disney Experience app at two specific times during the day (7AM and 1PM) and try to nab those passes (and we’ve got some great tips to help you do that here). But there is SOME good news — you no longer have to physically be in Hollywood Studios to try and collect the first group of boarding passes for the day at 7AM (you do for the 1PM drop). Don’t let them know you’re with the Resistance! Then, if you are able to snag a boarding group (which tends to fill up in seconds), you and your party will be called to ride the attraction at a certain time. Getting on this attraction is really about both knowledge and luck. You have to know how to get a boarding group, when, and where. We have all the tips to make sure you can do this as simply and easily as possible! Click Here For Our Top 5 Tips To Guarantee a Rise of the Resistance Boarding Group in Disney’s Hollywood Studios NOW Obviously, this ride is not like other Disney rides, which you can just jump in line for — remember that if you want to make this a part of your next Disney World experience. So if you’re heading to Disney World, remember to never say these three things while you’re there. We’re trying to prepare you so you have the best trip possible, so stay tuned for more of our tips, tricks, and hacks! Click Here For ALL the Rides and Hotels That Are CLOSED in April 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. Have you ever heard these things said at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post Please Don't Say These Three Things in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Do You Think The PeopleMover Misses Us, Too? We’re Peeking Inside Disney World’s Closure Diary! A BIG Piece of NEW Disney World Planning Advice You’re Not Thinking About 10 DFB Videos to Help You Plan Your 2021 Walt Disney World Vacation! View the full article

There are a lot of rules you’ve got to follow at Disney World. But what about those “unofficial” Disney rules that the pros say you have to follow or else your trip will be a massive failure? Spaceship Earth Sometimes, rules are meant to be broken. Check out all this and more in our newest DFB Video!  Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! Check out our latest video and then comment below: Which unofficial Disney rules you’re going to break on your next trip! The post DFB Video: How to Break All the Rules at Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: DFB Video: We Take You INSIDE Disney World’s Rise of the Resistance and Answer Your FAQs! DFB Video: 13 BIG Changes Everybody Missed in Disney World This Year DFB Video: 15 Things You Don’t Know How to Do in Disney World! 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. Funko POP! collectors: boy have we got some news for you! Funko Pops Galore! We love bringing you the latest shopping deals, and you can count on us to keep you clued in on what’s goin’ on with Disney Funko POPs! But today, we’re combining the two of ’em. That’s right — there’s a SALE on Funko POPs! And it’s a pretty sweet deal, too. From today through April 27th, select in-stock Funko are buy one, get one 50% off! Now, we don’t need to tell ya that this is GREAT news if you’re looking to add to your Funko POP! collection. But we are going to show you some of your options. ©Entertainment Earth You’ve got tons of choices here (over 600!), but we’re going to start with a classic. The Flying Dumbo Ride with Minnie Funko POP! pays tribute to Disneyland’s 65th anniversary by featuring an iconic attraction. Just look at the two of ’em! What a perfect park day they’re having, right? ©Entertainment Earth You can snag this Funko POP! for $29.99. Click Here to Buy the Flying Dumbo Ride with Minnie Funko POP! If you’re a fan of another classic ride, the Peter and Flight Funko POP! may be for you! This one celebrates Disneyland’s 65th anniversary, too, as Peter Pan soars around on a Peter Pan’s Flight ride vehicle. ©Entertainment Earth This one is $29.99, too! Click Here to Buy the Peter and Flight Funko POP! And last but not least, the Alien Remix Carl Funko POP! is a mash-up of 2 of our favorite Pixar movies! One of Toy Story‘s green aliens is dressed up as none other than Carl Fredricksen from Up — and he’s even got a Grape Soda pin and a cane with tennis balls. Now that’s true commitment to a costume. ©Entertainment Earth This Funko POP! celebrates Pixar’s 25th anniversary, and you can get it for $10.99! Click Here to Buy the Alien Remix Carl Funko POP! Remember, there are over 600 Funko POPs! to choose from. As long as you buy one of them full-price, you can snag a second one for 50% off! This sale ends after April 27th, so head on over and start shopping. We’ll keep bringing ya the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB! Check Out More Disney Funko POPs! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you a Funko POP! collector? Let us know in the comments! The post Hurry! Disney Funko POPs! are Buy 1, Get 1 Half Off! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: A New Collection of Disney Funko Pops Features Eye-Catching Patterns! 50% Off Disney Funko Pops?! Check Out This HUGE Sale! Disney’s New Baby Yoda Funko Features the Egg Scene….And We’re Cringing All Over Again! View the full article

We hope you’re hungry for some cozy, hearty, delicious eats. We’re bringing you a review from Disney World’s own homage to the United Kingdom in restaurant form. Rose and Crown Spread That’s right! We’re stopping by the U.K. Pavilion in EPCOT to give the recently-reopened Rose and Crown Dining Room a REVIEW! This cozy spot has been closed for the last few months for a refurbishment so we’ve had to get our fix of hearty British eats and drinks from the attached pub and Yorkshire County Fish Shop. But now, we’re back in the main restaurant! Rose and Crown is a delightful restaurant located in the U.K. Pavilion. This spot does double duty. the first of the building is a (heavily trafficked) pub while the back half is a full sit-down restaurant offering. Get ready for a menu of British favorites plus an AWESOME selection of beers and pub blends! Rose and Crown Dining Room We typically love this restaurant for its reasonable prices, cozy atmosphere, and great service. So, let’s see how it’s holding up. Atmosphere Rose and Crown Pub and Dining Room is located on the main path of World Showcase in the U.K. Pavilion. Check-in takes place at the green booth outside to the left of the building. To head to the pub, you head in the front doors (look for a line…chances are there will be one!). Check-in We weren’t kidding when we said this spot is COZY. The inside is decorated like a traditional British eatery with warm lighting and wooden furnishings. Atmosphere Right now, tables are distanced to keep guests six feet apart from one another. We especially love the hardwood floors and detailing in the ceiling here! Atmosphere Much of the seating is standard tables and chairs, but some tables have booth seating too. Atmosphere Check out some of the knick-knacks and wall hangings if you have a moment! The decorations are super sweet and sometimes very cool — you might even spot some references to your favorite Disney movies. Atmosphere The dining room at Rose and Crown leads out to a covered patio with plenty of additional seating. Atmosphere This patio is loaded with plenty of natural light. Fireworks aren’t happening in EPCOT at this time, but when they do, this little patio is one of the hottest tickets around. If you’re lucky enough to score a table out here during the shows, you get a fantastic view while you dine. Atmosphere But enough about the atmosphere, let’s talk about the EATS! Eats Take a gander at the Rose & Crown menu! You’ll spot a number of British comfort food items plus a HUUUUUGE drink menu. It is connected to a pub, after all! Menu The menu is unchanged from our last visit this past December. There are a few small appetizer options and a small but mighty selection of British favorites. Appetizer and Entree Menu The sides and dessert choices are limited as well. Kids’ meals here are, similar to many locations at Disney World, a “choose your own adventure” type situation. Dessert Menu Kids pick their main item… Kids’ Menu …and two sides. Yup, trifle totes counts as a side, if they wanna knock out getting a dessert with their meal. Kids’ Menu And of course, we gotta show you those DRANKS. The name of the game here is BEER (well, and cider). They also have an impressive lineup of Scotch. Beers and Scotches They serve up true pints here along with a huge menu of pub blends (AKA multiple beers, often layered, in a glass). Pub Blend Menu Not up for beer? You can choose from a small selection of Cocktails. Cocktails As much as we enjoy a good pint at the pub, we were eying some eats this go-round. No time for beer — we want food! We started with the United Kingdom Cheese Platter for $14. This Traditional Selection of British Cheeses and Accompaniments featured an Irish Porter Cheese with Apple Chutney, a Cotswold Cheese with Chives and Onion Jam, and McCall’s Irish Cheddar with Curry Cauliflower. United Kingdom Cheese Platter Let’s take a look at each of those cheeses and how they taste! Cheese #1 is that Irish Porter Cheese with Apple Chutney. This cheese LOOKS super cool thanks to the porter used in making it, but flavorwise it was just OK. Not the best cheese we’ve had but not something we’d turn down. The apple chutney complemented the flavors of the beer cheese and made the bite creamy, sweet, and tart. United Kingdom Cheese Platter Cheese #2 is that Cotswold Cheese with Chives and Onion Jam. The cheese was creamy and medium to sharp. The jam was our favorite thing on the whole plate and this pairing was awesome. We could’ve eaten WAY more of this cheese if we had the chance. United Kingdom Cheese Platter The last pairing was that McCall’s Irish Cheddar with Curry Cauliflower. The curry was pickled but not super flavorful; it mostly tasted like plain cauliflower. This cheese is the strongest and sharpest cheese — so much so that it even overpowered the flavor of the curried cauliflower! That said, if you like your cheddar extra sharp, you’ll likely enjoy this one! United Kingdom Cheese Platter As a bonus, it comes served with Multigrain Crackers to serve yourself up some crunchy, cheesy bites. Overall, we would order this cheese plate again. The price was about what we’d expect for an offering like this in Disney World. You get three sizable hunks of cheese with unique pairings! United Kingdom Cheese Platter After we’d tasted our delicious cheese and fully mulled over the menu, we went ahead and placed an order for…well, a LOT more food. And we were NOT disappointed when it arrived. Look at that table full of comforting, cozy goodness! Spread That adorable little pan is chock full of Shepherd’s Pie for $22. Shepherd’s Pie is a quintessential part of British eats. We’ve had this pie in the past so we’re excited to see if the flavors still held up. Shepherd’s Pie This offering is a combo of Ground Beef, Seasonal Vegetables, English Peas, and Mashed Potatoes topped with melted McCall’s Irish Cheddar Cheese (If you’re playing along at home, that’s the same sharp cheddar we had on our cheese plate!). Um…YUM. Shepherd’s Pie It, not surprisingly, tasted about as good as it sounds — you can’t go wrong with a good Shepherd’s Pie (OK, well, at least WE can’t. Meat, veggies, mashers, and cheese? Yup.)! The cheese melted on top gave a nice sharpness against those buttery fluffy potatoes, the beef and veggies were flavorful and well seasoned, and the portion size was respectable. Warning that this is a HEAVY dish and you might want a nap after, but we liked this one the best of all the entree portions we tried. Shepherd’s Pie Next up, of COURSE we got Fish and Chips. This option is available for $25 and you know we had high expectations. We’ve really enjoyed the fish and chips here in the past and regularly enjoy the fish and chips sold outside at Yorkshire County Fish Shop. Fish & Chips This fish, which is usually Cod, is beer-battered and served with Tartar Sauce, Ketchup, and Malt Vinegar. Did you know most Brits eat fish and chips with a fork, not their hands in a restaurant? Hands are often reserved for to-go style fish and chips you’d be served on the street. Of course, this is a subject of debate amongst many — with some totally disagreeing! But if you’re a finger-eater, now you know! Fork or fingers, either way, we were ready to dig in. Fish & Chips Unsurprisingly, we didn’t have any complaints about this dish! Fish and Chips is a CLASSIC meal and the fish was crispy, salty, and juicy. Plus, it was beautifully flaky. Even those who hate fish would probably like this (we’ve converted a few non-fish eaters over the years with this!). The fish itself is so so mildly flavored that the beer batter really shines. we all know the fish is really just a vehicle for that impossibly crunchy delicious batter. Plus the chips (fries, for those unfamiliar!) are perfectly crispy outside yet soft inside. They hold up to a good dousing with malt vinegar! Fish & Chips One note is that if you don’t want to shell out $24 bucks for this or don’t have a reservation here, Yorkshire County Fish Shop serves basically the same fish and chips for $11.49. For those with a smaller appetite or who are looking to save a few dollars, you might want to snag the quick-service Fish and Chips. It’s significantly cheaper (about half the price) and you only get two pieces of fish instead of three. Plus, you might not want to waste your table-service reservation on something you could get at a quick-service spot! That said, it’s really good either place you get it. Fish & Chips Our final entree option is the Chicken Masala Curry for $22. This dish has a beautiful, rich color. Chicken Masala Curry Here, we’re looking at Chicken Masala Curry with Seasoned Vegetables, Basmati Rice, and Raita Bread. Chicken Masala Curry This was actually our least favorite of the entrees but it still wasn’t bad at all; we just didn’t like it as much as we expected. The dish is FULL of veggies with cauliflower, carrots, peas, and pearl onions. For us, the veggies were the best part. Chicken Masala Curry The raita bread was underwhelming as it had no added flavor to the dish. It was more a vessel to get that curry sauce into our mouths (no complaints here. It did its job well!). The curry was spicier than we expected, so if you like a kick this could be a good option. The biggest flavor was tomato. Chicken Masala Curry We think most people would enjoy the Chicken Masala Curry, even if it wasn’t OUR favorite of our meal (in our defense — fried fish and Shepherd’s Pie, so…). Plus, that portion size was MORE than fair! Chicken Masala Curry For a side, we opted for the $5 Mushy Peas which are, you guessed it, Mushed Peas with Salt. This is a quintessential pub food side, often served alongside heavier and fried foods (gotta sneak in a veg whenever you can!). Mushy Peas This dish isn’t super creative but it was yummy! Being just, well, mushy peas, the salt in these was welcome and just the right amount. Anyone who likes peas will LOVE this dish. We also noticed that it was a very popular option with many other tables ordering it. There’s enough here to share as well. Mushy Peas And no meal is complete without a tasty dessert. So, we ordered up the Sticky Toffee Pudding for $9. We’ve liked this dish every time we’ve ordered it in the past. We don’t know about you, but we’re pretty excited to dig into these flavors. Sticky Toffee Pudding This treat is a Steamed Pudding (meaning a cake) served with Warm Vanilla Custard and Hot Butter-Rum Sauce. Holy moly, does that sound good or what!? Sticky Toffee Pudding Alright, no lie. This was the winner of the WHOLE MEAL. Sorry, not sorry. It’s delicious! Seriously, you’re going to ask us to pass on WARM CAKE with TWO SAUCES. No way! The cream is sweet, but the cake (which our waitress said was a date cake!) balances out the sweetness. The cake was nutty, caramelly, and moist and you’ve got that sauce that was super creamy and rich. Sticky Toffee Pudding It really tastes like toffee. This would be SO fabulous with a cup of coffee or tea at night. Both kiddos AND adults would love this (don’t worry, you won’t get a buzz off the butter rum sauce. It’s just a nip for flavor!). You could certainly share between two people, but the portion wasn’t too large for one person either. We wish we could snag this dessert without getting a reservation and sitting down for a whole table-service meal! Sticky Toffee Pudding Whew! Now that we’re stuffed, let’s bring up some final thoughts. Nosh or Not You SHOULD eat at Rose and Crown Pub and Dining Room if… You’re looking to have a hearty, cozy, and FILLING meal in an equally cozy setting. You’re looking for an EPCOT meal that is both worldly and familiar. This spot could please both adventurous AND picky eaters. You want an escape from the theme park! Tucking into Rose and Crown will leave you in a themed environment that doesn’t feel super overdone. It’s still warm and welcoming though and a great spot to enjoy a meal. You should SKIP Rose and Crown Pub and Dining Room if… You’re looking for some lighter fare. Most of these eats are BIG TIME heavy and you’ll probably leave feeling full! Slowing down isn’t really your thing. This comfy location invites you to stay for a while, let the beer flow, and relax. If you’re hoping for a fast-paced day (meal included), you might want to pass. You’re looking for eats that are more adventurous or international. British food is yummy, but there are much more adventurous options around World Showcase like the restaurants in Morocco or Japan. Overall Eating at Rose and Crown never seems to leave us disappointed. The food is hearty and delicious, the service is delightful, and we’ll never say no to a comprehensive beer menu. Plus, the atmosphere can really help you to take a breather and relax in the middle or at the end of your EPCOT day, which is a big plus. Like many of the locations around World Showcase, you’ll find wonderful theming that feels very authentic. It really does feel like you’re dining in a pub in the middle of the United Kingdom — which is quite the feat when you’re sitting in the middle of hot and sunny Orlando, Florida! That level of theming and escape is one of the reasons we love Disney and Rose and Crown is an excellent example. Keep in mind, there are definitely more exciting places to eat in Disney World. These dishes are classics and that means they aren’t always the most adventurous options. Spice-lovers and those looking for big flavors might want be left wanting here, but these eats are still high-quality and delicious. Even adventurous eaters might want to slow down for some meat and potatoes sometimes. As always, Rose and Crown has cemented its place as one of the best bars in EPCOT and a meal in the dining room only gives this location some more points in our book. We’ll definitely find ourselves back to dine on some comfy eats and relax in the atmosphere. Click here to see us review MORE eats at Rose and Crown Pub and Dining Room! 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 Rose and Crown Pub and Dining Room? Tell us in the comments! The post Review: We Ate a LOT at Rose and Crown in Disney World. If You Need Us We'll Be Napping for a Week. first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Sneak Preview! Illuminations Dining Package at Epcot’s Rose & Crown Pub and Dining Room Review: Rose & Crown at Walt Disney World’s Epcot Guest Review: The NEW Tea Experience at Epcot’s Rose & Crown Dining Room! 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. Looking for the perfect park bag? Ready for a day in the park? We love keeping you posted on the latest Disney finds, whether that’s mugs, t-shirts, or more. And if you’re heading to the parks soon — or if you just want to carry some Disney style with you wherever you go — we’ve found some new backpack options for ya! Let’s take a look. We’re kickin’ things off with some Minnie style! The Minnie Mouse Sequin Loungefly Backpack has LOTS of sequins in some unusual colors — her classic red look is gone. But inside, there’s a purple and black polka-dotted pattern so you can still rock the dots. ©BoxLunch The bag itself is a black faux leather. Pretty fashionable, right?! You can grab it for $79.90. Click Here to Buy the Minnie Mouse Sequin Backpack! Of course, what’s Minnie without her Mickey? There’s a new bag inspired by him, too! The Mickey Mouse Sorcerer Figural Light-Up Loungefly Backpack is bringin’ us major Fantasmic vibes. And get this: the stars and moon on Mickey’s signature velvet hat light up! ©BoxLunch Sound like something you want? It’ll cost ya $79.90! Click Here to Buy the Mickey Mouse Sorcerer Figural Light-Up Backpack! The last bag has a more tropical feel. The Lilo and Stitch Coconut Loungefly Backpack features Stitch himself along with (you guessed it!) coconuts. The soft pinks and blues are super beachy! ©BoxLunch He looks like he’s having a pretty fun time on there, right? This bag is $69.90. Click Here to Buy the Lilo and Stitch Coconut Backpack! If none of these backpacks catch your eye, don’t worry! We’ll keep bringing ya the latest finds. And if we did help you find your newest park bag…you’re welcome! As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news. Check Out Our Park Bag Essentials! 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 of these bags is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney’s New Loungefly Lights Up and We Are Not OK first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Hey Stitch Fans, You’ll Jump for Joy at this Disney Loungefly Backpack! Can We Eat This Disney Bag?! Asking for a Friend. 2 Loungeflys from the Disney Parks Are Now Online! View the full article

Spring has most definitely sprung, and that means it’s the perfect time to start planning your 2021 Disney World vacation and today we have details on some great DEALS and DISCOUNTS! Cinderella Castle Whether you’re looking to visit for a late spring trip, a summer vacation, or “just because,” our friends at Small World Vacations have compiled all of the current Walt Disney World discounts for DFB readers. Keep Reading for all the Disney World Deals The agents at Small World Vacations know how to save money on your Disney Vacation! When you book your vacation with Small World Vacations, their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings. They also compare discounts and figure out which one works best for your travel party, dates, resort, and touring plans. And, they share expert tips and first-hand advice with you about your magical vacation. Current Walt Disney World Deals and Discounts FREE Disney World Tickets Guests can get an additional 2 days of theme park tickets when they buy a 4-night/3-day room-and-ticket package at select Disney Resort hotels. This will be valid for most nights NOW through September 25, 2021 — that’s a BIG window! (Note that it ends a week before Disney World’s big 50th Anniversary.) Click here for more details on the FREE Ticket Offer EPCOT is in full bloom! Save Up to 30% on Disney Hotel Rooms April through July Book now to save up to 30% on your Disney World hotel stays most nights April 18, 2021 through July 10, 2021. This offer excludes the following room types: 3-bedroom villas, campsites, Cabins at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. And guests must book by May 27th to receive this offer. Click Here to Read More About this Spring and Summer Room Offer Florida Resident Offers For most nights through April 17, 2021, Florida residents can save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels. Florida residents can also save 30% on rooms on most nights from April 18 through July 10, 2021. Click Here to See Details on the Early 2021 FL Resident Offer! Grand Floridian Annual Passholder Offers Annual Passholders can save up to 35% on your Disney World hotel room most nights from April 18 through July 10, 2021. Click Here to See More About This Passholder Deal Annual Passholders can save up to 40% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels for stays most nights now through April 17, 2021. This deal must be booked by April 17, 2021 and excludes 3-bedroom villas, campsites, Cabins at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. Click Here for Details on the Annual Passholder Offer! Boardwalk Inn Resort 2021 Military Offers Members of the U.S. military can take advantage of great rates on rooms most nights from January 1st, 2021 through December 17th, 2021. The Disney Military Promotional Tickets are valid for visits from January 1st through September 26th. A 4-day ticket is $265, a 5-day ticket is $283, and a 6-day ticket is $301 (tax not included). Click Here for More Details on the 2021 Military Offer Contact Small World Vacations for a no-obligation quote before these offers expire. EPCOT lights up the night Let the agents at Small World Vacations compare discounts to find the best possible savings for YOU! When you feel ready to start planning your next Disney Vacation, Small World Vacation is happy to assist you with pricing and guidance. And there is no charge for their expertise and firsthand knowledge. You have questions…they have answers! Small World Vacations agents have been to Walt Disney World over 2500 times! The agents at Small World Vacations know what you need to know before you go. And remember, Disney’s Beach Club Resort is opening May 30, 2021, and Disney’s Wilderness Lodge reopens on June 6, 2021. Disney’s Polynesian Resort is slated to reopen in July 2021. Small World Vacations is happy to help with your Walt Disney World Vacation. Learn below what they can do for you! Small World Vacations is proud to be the preferred travel agency of the Disney Food Blog. http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Small-World-Square-Banner.png Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. (Why should you use a travel agent when you go to Disney? See what we think here! Or click here for a no obligation price quote today! And tell them DFB Sent You! Exclusive Small World Vacations Limited Time Offer Considering booking a Disney World trip? If you want to save time and money, you definitely want to book with a Small World Vacations travel agent. And now is the perfect time! Small World Vacations has an exciting offer for DFB readers in March! Book a new 2021 Walt Disney World Vacation valued at $3800 or more and get one FREE in-room gift delivered — a Mickey Cooler filled with yummy goodies! Valued at approximately $65.00 Offer valid on bookings with code DFB0421 made with Small World Vacations from April 14 – April 30, 2021. Check-in between May 1 and September 25, 2021. Previously booked reservations are not eligible. Previously booked reservations are not eligible. Void if the reservation is canceled or modified to non-eligible prices or dates. No cash value. (While supplies last. Substitutions may be necessary.) Get a quote for your 2021 Walt Disney World Vacation and let us know that DFB sent you. Include code DFB 0421. Contact Small World Vacations for a no-obligation quote before these offers expire. If you are ready to begin planning your 2021 Walt Disney World vacation, simply fill out Small World Vacations’ no obligation quote form! Small World Vacations is happy to share over 23 years of Disney expertise and extensive experience with My Disney Experience, discounts, dining reservations, and FastPass+ so you can sit back, relax and enjoy some Disney Magic! Small World Vacations is happy to help with your Walt Disney World Vacation. Learn below what they can do for you! Maximize the Dining Plan! If you book a 2021 Walt Disney World Vacation Package with table service dining, you will receive one FREE digital e-Book, the Disney Food Blog Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World valued at $19.95. This guide helps you to get the most out of your Disney Dining Experience! 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Best thing I could have done. My agent was able to handle the booking part, which is the tedious part of the planning. Then she was able to get me free dining for my trip, which saved me a ton of money. She answered all my questions very promptly as well.” If you are ready to begin planning your Walt Disney World vacation, simply fill out the Small World Vacations no obligation quote form! Small World Vacations is happy to share over 22 years of Disney expertise and firsthand experience with My Disney Experience, discounts, dining reservations, and FastPass+ so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy some Disney Magic! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you — they’ve literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! 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Last week, we took a “deep dive” at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa to discover how they’re connecting life on land to the wonders underwater. For today’s Field Notes episode, we’re continuing our journey across the Pacific to Tokyo DisneySea. At the American Waterfront themed port, guests step into the yesteryear for a glimpse at a promising tomorrow: touring New York City at the turn-of-the-century in classic cars powered exclusively by electricity.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/4tgvX9q8xqU View the full article

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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. If you can’t start your day at Walt Disney World, well, that’s a sad day. But, of course, you can make it a little bit better by starting your day by drinking your coffee or tea from a Disney mug! Tangled Mug We see a LOT of Disney mugs at Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and shopDisney, from this TOTALLY cute 101 Dalmatians mug to a Disney princess sketch mug! And mug collectors, if you’ve been holding out on expanding your collection, well, we have some bad news…SEVEN Disney mugs are now for sale online! We found Disney’s attempt at making meme mugs to be a little…cringeworthy? But if you’re into post-ironic sips first thing in the morning, now is your time to shine! SHOCKINGLY, there wasn’t a huge run on these meme mugs and they’re on SALE! Before the sale, this Ursula Meme Mug was $14.99… ©shopDisney …but AFTER the sale (and after coffee), this cup can be yours for $8.99. ©shopDisney That’s a LOT of sass first thing, but it’s under $10! Make this mug yours by clicking here! Not an Ursula meme person? Maybe you’re like the Evil Queen who just HATES when coworkers…steal…her…lunch? ©shopDisney (Same, but how often does this really happen!?) ©shopDisney If you really want to make a bold statement around the office once you head back into work, you can do it with this mug, which has similarly been marked down to $8.99. Is this mug the apple of your eye? Get it here! Or maybe you just hate when your friends text you 1,000 times a day. ©shopDisney You can mute your texts, UNSUBSCRIBE as this mug states… ©shopDisney …and then show your #mood with this Jafar meme mug, similarly priced now at $8.99! Get your Jafar meme mug on here! If ironic mugs aren’t your thing, Disney still has some magnificent mugs for sale right now. We’ve seen TONS of cats and dogs merch around the Disney sphere lately, but we still have a soft spot in our heart for this 101 Dalmatians Patch mug! ©shopDisney Just wook at dat widdle faaaaaace! This mug has been marked down from $14.99 to $8.99! Start your day with this sweet pup here! If you’re more of a cat person, this Cheshire Cat Mug also has been marked down to $8.99. Cheshire Cat Mug It’s a little madness…but that can be tempered with some java! Check out this Cheshire Cat mug here! If you’re more of a Pixar person, then check out this Buzz Lightyear Sketch mug! To infinity…and your mouth! It’s SO cool to see this fan-favorite character in a new way, which you can do every day for $8.99! Add this Toy Story mug to your collection by clicking here! It’s been a while since we’ve seen some The Mandalorian merchandise, huh? If you’re missing Baby Yoda and Mando, there’s a DISCOUNTED mug for sale online! ©shopDisney We just love this duo SO MUCH! And you can gaze upon them with this The Mandalorian Season 2 Mug, which is down to $10.19 from $16.99! Add this sweet Star Wars mug to your collection here! We LOVE a Disney mug, and we LOVE a sale. And when we see more Disney mugs for sale (or anything else), we’ll be sure to let you know! Over 500 Items Are Marked Down in Disney’s HUGE Sale! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you a Disney mug collector? Let us know your favorite Disney mug in the comments! The post Some of Disney's Most Infamous Mugs Are on Sale NOW! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Need a 10 Minute Disney Shopping Break?! We’ve Got You Covered. These ‘The Mandalorian’ Tees Feature Characters and Phrases That AREN’T Baby Yoda! You Can Get the Latest Disney Merchandise From Your Couch! See It ALL Here! View the full article

You might think that we’ve eaten all there is to eat at the 2021 EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival. EPCOT Flower and Garden is here! But, NO. Though we did review every booth at the festival on day one, there are some NEW eats today that we’re just now getting to try. Remember how the new Farmers Feast booth was mentioned as having a rotating menu? Well, there are some new options today! We were strolling through EPCOT when we spotted that the menu at Farmers Feast had been updated! The Spring Onion Soup, Duck Confit, and Off the “Beet”en Path have ALL been replaced with new items. Yep, that means the food items at this booth are ALL new today. Farmers Feast The NEW items are Warm Asparagus, Herb-crusted Spring Lamb, and Strawberry Rhubarb Upside-down Cake. Well, what are we waiting for? Let’s get tasting! Farmers Feast First up, we tried the Warm Asparagus for $5.25. Warm Asparagus This dish features White and Green Asparagus, along with Truffle Vinaigrette, Spring Pea Espuma, Parmesan, and Fresh Truffles. Warm Asparagus This asparagus was VERY good! The parmesan complemented it well and if you’re a mushroom fan, you’ll love the addition of the fresh truffles. We would say that the spring pea espuma didn’t add too much since the dish still would’ve been good without any sort of condiment. But, if you like it, there was a generous amount on the plate! Warm Asparagus Next, we’re chowing down on the Herb-crusted Spring Lamb for $7.75. Lamb!? Don’t mind if we do. Herb-crusted Spring Lamb You’ll be tasting this bite alongside Marble Potatoes, Spring Vegetables, and Red Wine Butter Sauce. Herb-crusted Spring Lamb The lamb itself was DELICIOUS — super tender and juicy. It was more on the rare side than some might like but we really enjoyed it. The crust on the meat was SUPER flavorful too. We would’ve loved even MORE of the herb crumbs. Herb-crusted Spring Lamb The spring vegetables on the side were a mixture of lima beans, mushrooms, carrots, greens, and garlic. Altogether, they paired with the lamb well and made for a yummy bite. Herb-crusted Spring Lamb On the other end of the plate, the potatoes had good flavor but they could’ve been cooked a touch more. They were just barely fork-tender! Herb-crusted Spring Lamb Finally, we’ve got the Strawberry Rhubarb Upside-down Cake served with Creme Fraiche Whipped Cream for $4.75. Strawberry Rhubarb Upside-down Cake The dessert was so yummy — especially for folks who are fans of strawberry rhubarb. We will say it doesn’t have the same flavors as a homemade pie would but it’s still a tasty snack. Plus, the bottom of the cake soaks up all of the fresh juices. Add the creme fraiche whipped cream and you’ve got a nice and light dessert! Strawberry Rhubarb Upside-down Cake If these eats sound up your alley, you might want to plan a trip over to try out the new menu at Farmers Feast. This booth is located inside World ShowPlace Pavilion (in between the Canada and UK Pavilions)! Farmers Feast As always, stay tuned to DFB for ALL the latest updates from EPCOT festivals, the rest of Disney World, and BEYOND! Want to see our picks for BEST eats of the fest? Click here! Click HERE To See All The Updated Details For Epcot's 2021 Flower and Garden Festival! Ready to Plan for Your 2021 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Trip? Order the DFB Guide to the 2021 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival e-Book today! This 200+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well -- including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable Outdoor Kitchens Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Order your 2021 edition today! Don't miss a moment of the fun! Use code SPRING at check-out for a $2 off the cover price! Have you visited the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival yet? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW and PHOTOS! NEW Eats Arrive at the 2021 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: We’re Reviewing EVERY Food Booth! Follow Along With Us LIVE From the 2020 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival! Here’s the ONLY Way to Get the Exclusive Mango Limeade Dole Whip in Disney World Our Day in EPCOT: A New FLOAT and LOTS of Flower and Garden Festival Prep! View the full article

EPCOT is going under some HUGE transformations right now, including a complete overhaul of Future World! Spaceship Earth We recently learned that Creations Shop is going to be EPCOT’s flagship store in the newly-dubbed World Celebration and that Club Cool is coming BACK to EPCOT! And now, either related or TOTALLY unrelated to these changes, we noticed that a recently renamed EPCOT shop, Pin Traders, is going to be closed for about THREE weeks… Pin Trading According to Disney World’s website, Pin Traders (also known as Camera Center…you know the one under Spaceship Earth) is showing hours as UNAVAILABLE beginning Monday, April 19th! ©Disney Times on Disney World’s website are listed as unavailable until Friday, May 7th, when hours are once again listed as 11AM to 10PM. Pin Traders We’re not sure WHY Pin Traders is closing — it’s not on Disney World’s list of refurbishments for the month like Main Street Confectionary in Magic Kingdom is. But when we know WHY this spot is closed (or when there are more EPCOT construction updates), we’ll be sure to let you know! PHOTOS: The BIG EPCOT Transformation You Can Barely See Has Started! 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. Is Pin Traders one of your go-to spots for EPCOT souvenirs? Let us know in the comments! The post A Major EPCOT Souvenir Spot Is Closing for THREE Weeks! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at EPCOT: Yummy Cheesecake, TONS of Canada Merchandise, and a New Spirit Jersey! What’s Going on With the EPCOT Festival Pavilion? Here’s Everything We Know. Are Glittery MagicBands the Next TREND in Disney World?! View the full article

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Not too long ago, we shared that character dining would be returning to Aulani, A Disney Resort and Spa in Hawai’i. Have You Ever Been to Disney’s Aulani Resort? Earlier this year, we also shared how Angel would be joining Stitch at the Resort. Even one of Duffy’s friends joined the Disney pals over in their tropical paradise. Well, now ANOTHER friend is sailing back to Aulani to say hello to guests! Can you guess who it is? We hear this character is fierce, strong, and no one knows how far they’ll go. It’s Moana!!! Today, Disney announced that Moana is coming back to Aulani Resort! Looks like the sea called her there once again. Guests should be on the lookout for Moana around the resort. Moana is BACK! ©Disney But, don’t forget to also say hello to Mickey Mouse, Angel and Stitch, and the adorable ‘Olu Mel while you’re there! It’s ‘Olu Mel! ©Disney Looking to book your trip to Aulani? Well, don’t forget that there are some great spring discounts, as well as some special deals that were recently announced for travel dates later this year. You could save on your future stay and even potentially get some resort credit to use while you’re there! Looking to visit Aulani in 2022? You can start booking that already too! We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more news about Aulani and the Disney parks and resorts all around the world. Stay tuned for all the latest! Click here to see where we recently found Moana in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you planning to visit Aulani at some point this year or maybe next year? Tell us in the comments! The post Moana is Coming BACK to Disney's Aulani Resort! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disney’s Aulani Resort Updates Face Mask Policy and More Reminder: You Can Still Save BIG at Disney’s Aulani Resort See How You Could Save BIG at Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawaii! View the full article

Disney World has updates ALL the time! EPCOT We’ve been stopping into the parks to make sure you’re up to date on ALL the latest changes as soon as they happen. Now, we’re bringing you an update on all the recent news in food, construction, and merchandise in EPCOT! EPCOT Food Updates Crepes des Chefs de France When we visited on Saturday, Crepes des Chefs de France was closed in the France Pavilion. This stand has since reopened so you can get your crepe fix! France Pavilion EPCOT Construction Updates Harmonious Harmonious is EPCOT’s upcoming nighttime spectacular. As you might have seen, there are currently some HUGE permanent barges on World Showcase Lagoon. Harmonious Testing Well, on a recent visit, one of the barges was water testing with a single stream. Want to learn more about Harmonious? Click here! EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival Recently, we spotted some Cast Members maintaining the Three Caballeros topiaries. Topiary Maintenance The Land Pavilion Living with the Land, a popular and relaxing attraction inside The Land Pavilion, had some scaffolding up in the greenhouses. Living with the Land Scaffolding Spaceship Earth Spaceship Earth is currently getting a whole new lighting package and we can’t wait to see it! Spaceship Earth Now, a new cluster of lights has been added to the top of the structure. The Lights! Can ya see them? To see more of the new lights, click here! Norway Pavilion Some social distancing markers had been removed from the spot in front of Sommerhaus where Anna and Elsa sometimes appear. Sommerhaus Area EPCOT Merchandise Updates Pin Traders Pin Traders had a few new-to-us pins options including a Sword in the Stone Pin for $12.99… New Pins! …a Coco Pin Trading Set for $32.99… New Pins! …and a Winnie the Pooh Pin Trading Set for $32.99. New Pins! China Pavilion Good Fortune Gifts in the China Pavilion had this sweet Squishy Panda for $16.95. And get this — it’s scented! Squishy Panda Italy Pavilion In the Italy Pavilion shops, you’ll find the Easter Bulgari Perfume Set, designed for mommy and baby, for $80. Easter Bulgari Perfume Set Festival Market Booth You can also check out the new-to-us Orange Bird Tumbler and Minnie Mouse Tumbler that are available for those who play the Spike the Bee Scavenger Hunt. You can snag the prize at World Traveler, Port of Entry, or Mouse Gear! Spike the Bee Scavenger Hunt Tumblers Those are all the updates we have from EPCOT today! As always stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news. Click here for more of the latest news from 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. Headed to EPCOT soon? Tell us in the comments! The post What's New in EPCOT: Harmonious Barge Testing and Spaceship Earth Lighting first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at EPCOT: An Upcoming Exhibit and a Second Harmonious Barge Arrives! What’s New at EPCOT: A Restaurant Reopening, Gorgeous Ornaments, and Merchandise Sales! What’s New at EPCOT: Morocco Pop-Up Bar, France Gift Shops Reopen, and ANOTHER Spaceship Earth Cookie Update! View the full article

One of my favorite things to do at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa is counting how many Disney friends I can see in one day – which is why I am thrilled to announce that Moana is sailing back to Hawai’i to visit Aulani Resort once again!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/rFHSBHjV3A0 View the full article

Disneyland is reopening on April 30th, and we are SO excited! Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle We’ve previously shared TONS of important information with you about this reopening — including a list of which rides will reopen with the parks! On that list was King Arthur Carrousel, an opening-day attraction in Disneyland that’s been undergoing some refurbishment. The ride has been closed since before the parks shut down in March 2020, but now, all of the work is finally complete. So what’s changed? According to Disney, the carrousel has been brightened up! We’ll see new 14k gold leaf accents, vibrant details, and bold colors. The canopy has also been rebuilt and repainted to match its old color scheme of “parchment white” and purple. And guys, just look at how those colors pop! ©Disney But there’s a bit more to it than that. Every single one of the 68 horses on the Carrousel was hand repainted — and Disney used more than 30 different colors! The jewels on the horses were also reset, and the gold leaf detailing touched up. ©Disney Disney Imagineer Kim Irvine takes us behind the scenes of the refurb in a new video — and she also shares just why this classic attraction is so important to Disneyland. After all, a Carrousel is what inspired Walt to create the park. You can also learn more about the history of the Carrousel by watching Disney’s latest TikTok! We can’t wait to take a ride once Disneyland reopens! If you are planning a trip to the park, keep in mind that you must be a California resident, and you aren’t able to travel in groups larger than 3 families. We’ll keep you posted with more Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB! Read More About King Arthur Carrousel’s Refurb! 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 excited to ride King Arthur Carrousel again? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: The King Arthur Carrousel Makeover Is Complete in Disneyland first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: One Ride Will be TOTALLY Different When Disneyland Reopens Disneyland President Says the Resort Is ‘In Limbo’ With the California Government PHOTOS: Two Iconic Disneyland Statues Have Been Refurbished! View the full article

Disneyland Paris remains closed. ©Disney Although it initially reopened in July 2020, it re-closed in October and has remained shuttered since. However, there’s still plenty of excitement! Sleeping Beauty Castle is currently getting its first makeover ever, and a virtual celebration of the parks’ 29th anniversary gave us a peek into the future of Disneyland Paris. During this celebration, we got LOTS of exciting updates on Hotel New York, Avengers Campus, Cars Road Trip, and more. Let’s dive in! Hotel New York Hotel New York — The Art of Marvel was originally supposed to open in June 2020, but construction got delayed. However, Imagineers are now working on the finishing touches! We previously got a look inside the hotel, but Pilar Hamil, the hotel manager, explained that the true embodiment of “The Art of Marvel” will come from the guests and Cast Members. ©Disney In fact, a special training program in partnership with Marvel has been created for these Cast Members! This training will involve an immersive “escape game” so Cast Members can learn every nook and cranny of the hotel. Sounds pretty cool, right? They will also learn pop art, street art, and more. There will be LOTS of art on display! ©Disney As for the costumes? They’ll be “slick and modern,” with a touch of Marvel. ©Disney And the name tags were specially designed for the hotel, just as the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge name tags were in Disney World and Disneyland. ©Disney We’ll keep an eye out for an opening date for this hotel — and we’ll keep ya posted on plenty more details! Take a Peek Inside the Hotel’s Rooms! Avengers Campus Near the Hotel New York, Avengers Campus is opening in Walt Disney Studios! Like the land opening on June 4th in Disneyland California, there will be an all-new Spider-Man ride. We’ll also see Rock ‘n’ Roll Aerosmith rethemed to a “very kinetic” Iron Man attraction. ©Disney Disney emphasized the importance of the “soundscape” here: the music for the land was developed in London, and it will add to the immersive storytelling taking place. And as for the story itself? The campus was Tony Stark’s idea! This Disneyland Paris campus is interconnected with the ones in Disneyland California and Hong Kong: Stark’s initiative has traveled all over the world. ©Disney We’ll continue to keep you posted as we receive even MORE news on this exciting new land! Learn More About Avengers Campus in California! Cars Road Trip Another new attraction coming to Disneyland Paris is Cars Road Trip! Guests will travel Route 66 with Cars characters, experiencing some of the wacky roadside attractions that have made the Main Street of America so popular. ©Disney During the presentation, we got a peek at the ride vehicle! It looks pretty similar to the vehicle from the old Studio Tram Tour, which is the attraction Cars Road Trip is replacing. ©Disney And apparently, Catastrophe Canyon — the highlight of the Studio Tram Tour — will receive a giant makeover! ©Disney Sounds like a fun, family-friendly experience! We’ll continue to share more details as Disney announces them. Check Out the Latest Construction Update on Cars Road Trip! Entertainment As part of the presentation, Disney also turned its attention to entertainment throughout the parks. David Duffy, Disneyland Paris’ Vice-President for Shows, spoke of the parks’ vision for entertainment: to bring it back as quickly and safely as possible. He emphasized how he looks forward to bringing back experiences from last year’s reopening, like selfie spots with characters and surprise appearances. ©Disney In fact, Disney is looking to bring back even more surprise appearances and photo locations! A new selfie spot will be at Videopolis Theatre, and it’ll feature Star Wars characters. We’ll see over 50 characters spread out across the 2 parks! For example, the Cheshire Cat Train will return to Main Street with Alice in Wonderland, and Cruella de Vil will pop up in Walt Disney Studios. ©Disney And spoiler: you may catch these characters in some different costumes! Duffy explains that Cast Members have been digging around, and they’ve unearthed some character costumes that haven’t been worn in a while. ©Disney Lastly, a fan-favorite experience has gotten a little TLC: upon reopening, the beloved Kiss Goodnight at the Main Street Train Station will have a brand-new song! It sounds like a massive celebration is waiting for us when Disneyland Paris opens its gates again. While the parks have not yet set a reopening date, we’ll keep you posted when they do! As always, stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news. Here’s the Latest on Disneyland Paris’ Reopening! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which new experience are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments! The post How Disneyland Paris Could Be Different When It Reopens first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: VIDEO: Travel Down Route 66 With this Disneyland Paris Cars Construction Preview! VIDEO: Take a Behind the Scenes Tour of Disneyland Paris’ New Art of Marvel Hotel PHOTOS: See the Latest Construction Updates from Disneyland Paris View the full article

Beloved since Disneyland park's opening day in 1955, King Arthur Carrousel is the whirling center of Fantasyland, a regal throwback to the days of knights jousting and ladies fair. While we have been preparing for the reopening of Disneyland Resort’s theme parks, Walt Disney Imagineering recently completed an extensive refurbishment of this fan-favorite attraction.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/chUjeocYKO4 View the full article

We’re quickly approaching the summer at Walt Disney World, which means that a lot of Disney-goers are headed for the resort pool at some point during their stay. The Big Blue Pool at Disney’s Art of Animation Disney tends to prepare for the summer pool crowds throughout the winter season, with refurbishments happening when most guests aren’t hitting to pool to cool off. This year, the Hippy Dippy Pool at Disney’s Pop Century Resort and the Big Blue Pool at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort got an update, along with some refurbishments at other hotels. And, Disney’s Vero Beach Resort is taking a different approach and planning for a refurbishment after the summer months instead. Disney’s Vero Beach Resort is located on the coast of Florida, just two hours southeast of Walt Disney World. And, if you’re planning a trip there this fall, you’ll want to know about an upcoming closure that Disney has slated for the pool area. According to Disney’s website, the Tiger Lily Wet Play Area will close for refurbishment beginning September 7th through November 2021. Notice on Disney’s Vero Beach Resort website ©Disney The Feature Pool will remain open during this time, so guests will still be able to take a dip in the Mickey Mouse-shaped pool during their stay. Plus, guests also have access to the Atlantic Beach where they can rent boogie boards, sailboats, jet skis, kayaks, and banana boats, or pick up a chair and umbrella for a more relaxing day on the beach. Lots of splashing to be had here! Currently, Disney hasn’t shared an exact date that the Tiger Lily Wet Play Area will reopen, but we’ll keep an eye out for more updates and let you know what we find! Check Out How Disney’s Vero Beach Resort is Handling In-Room Shower Products! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever been to Disney’s Vero Beach Resort? Let us know in the comments! The post Planning a Trip To Disney's Vero Beach Resort? You'll Want To Know About An Upcoming Closure! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The GROOVIEST Pool in Disney World Has Reopened! Here’s How Disney’s Vero Beach Resort is Handling In-Room Shower Products! 5 HUGE Disney Updates You NEED to Know About View the full article

WOO HOO!! A terrific deal is BACK for all you fabulous Disney Cast Members at Splitsville Luxury Lanes in Disney Springs! Splitsville Luxury Lanes at Disney Springs Oh, and Spoiler Alert: it’s actually more than one deal, because with a valid Cast Member I.D., you can score Tuesday Cast Member Special discounts on food, drinks, and gaming, and even more when you roll on in! Let’s check it out… Once again, from 4PM – 11PM on Tuesdays, Cast Members can enjoy 50% OFF bowling, feather bowling, and billiards AND 20% OFF food and drink purchases including alcohol. Macho Nachos with Fries Secret Menu Item Yeah, we can’t help but give a nod to our very favorite Splitsville Food Hack so you don’t miss the Macho Nachos made with Loaded FRIES! You can also take advantage of other Tuesday specials, too! These include $5 Bud Light and Miller Light (19oz Drafts), $5 House Wines, and $10 Flatbread Pizzas. Mickey and Minnie Bowling Balls at Splitsville Cast Members can also enjoy 20% off gaming, food, and drinks from 11AM – 4PM on WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS! Have FUN… and THANKS for all the MAGIC, Cast Members! Oh, and BTW, have you seen the new BAR at Splitsville yet?! Check out the new Bamboo Bar (with Refillable Booze) at Splitsville 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 bowled or dined (or both) at Splitsville? Please let us know with a comment! The post Cast Members Can Save BIG on Bowling (and More) in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Splitsville Luxury Lanes is Getting Ready to Roll with New Safety Measures in Disney Springs Disney Cast Members Can Score Big DEALS at Splitsville! What’s New in Disney Springs! August 10, 2018 View the full article