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We are inching closer to the reopening of the Disneyland theme parks! Disneyland It’s been over a year since we last walked Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland and we’re pretty antsy to return. April 30th can’t come soon enough! We’ve seen lots of rides testing in preparation for a reopening and now, some ICONIC attractions are testing on Main Street! Just yesterday, we spotted that the Disneyland Railroad was running, and today we got a glimpse of it for ourselves! Sure enough, the Disneyland Railroad is testing! Disneyland Railroad We were headed to A Touch of Disney over at Disney California Adventure today when we spotted the familiar red cars cruising by beyond the Disneyland gates. Today, the trolley just had a few Cast Members on board but we can’t wait to spot guests aboard when the park opens at the end of the month. Main Street Trolley We’ll be keeping a close eye on developments in Disneyland so stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates! Click here to learn more about Disneyland’s reopening! Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Aims to Reopen Late April California Residents May Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Still Set to Open at Disneyland "Later This Year" Click Here to Learn More About the "Touch of Disney" Ticketed Event in Disney California Adventure 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 see these iconic attractions running again? Tell us in the comments! The post VIDEOS: These Disney Videos Are Sure to Make You Smile Today 😊 first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Want a Peek Inside One of the Most Exclusive Attractions in Disneyland?! Disneyland President Says the Resort Is ‘In Limbo’ With the California Government One Ride Will be TOTALLY Different When Disneyland Reopens View the full article

We’re back with some MORE new drinks for ya! Beach Club Resort We’ve been goin’ hard sampling boozy sips around Disney World the last few days, from TWO spiked Dole Whips to tasty margaritas. But over at Martha’s Vineyard Lounge at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, 2 new drinks have arrived — and they’re ringing in spring! You’ll be able to choose between the Jelly Bean Cocktail and the Cotton Candy Mimosa. MORE candy-inspired drinks?! Hey, we’ll take ’em! Martha’s Vineyard Drinks The Jelly Bean Cocktail is made of blueberry açai vodka with Pavan liqueur — and it was surprisingly bright and citrusy! We could really detect those blueberry notes, too, so if you’re a fan of that flavor you may want to try this unique sip. Jelly Bean Cocktail But we’ve gotta point out: who thought to put jelly beans in here? The cocktail’s on the rocks, and there’s really no easy way to scoop the jelly beans out and eat them. Are they just for decoration?! What’s the deal? Not to mention, they added a gray hue to the drink. But jelly beans aside, this was a solid sip. So many jelly beans! While the Cotton Candy Mimosa LOOKS fancier, it’s actually a lot simpler! You’ve just got Prosecco with that cotton candy here. Cotton Candy Mimosa Take the cotton candy off, and you’ve got yourself a typical glass of bubbly! We found the Prosecco itself to be pretty dry, which actually helped tone down some of that cotton candy sweetness. Looks fancy, right? But be warned: make sure you take off that cotton candy ASAP! Otherwise, it’ll start to melt and stick to the glass. Trust us — we learned the hard way. It’s getting sticky! Neither of these drinks were out of this world, but we enjoyed ’em both! If you’re looking for a creative, candy-inspired sip, pop by Martha’s Vineyard. And we’ll keep you posted with more Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB! Check Out More Drinks Near Disney’s Beach Club Resort! 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 drinks would you try? Let us know in the comments! The post Has Disney World Gone TOO Far With Their Creative Drinks?! You Tell Us! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: We Found the Most Unexpected Line in Disney World Today! REVIEW! THIS Treat is the Surprising WINNER of All the Fourth of July Treats We’ve Had in Disney World! What’s New at These Three Disney World Resorts: A Lobby Glow Up, Halloween Treats, and More! View the full article

Back in 2019, Disney announced the Disney Genie — this is a NEW digital feature that is set to help you plan the ideal Disney vacation! A Peek at the Disney Genie ©Disney Did you COMPLETELY forget about this new app? If you did, we kind-of can’t blame you. Since the original announcement, we’ve seen a preview of the app and taken a look at some patents that could potentially tell us what to expect. Other than that though, we really haven’t heard too much about this feature lately. But, today we FINALLY got to hear a bit more about the Disney Genie!! In a recent interview, Josh D’Amaro, the current Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products, spoke about a number of things related to the Disney company including Avengers Campus and the future of shopping for Disney merch. Josh D’Amaro in EPCOT But, aside from those things, D’Amaro also spoke a bit about the Disney Genie!! FINALLY! Let’s break down what he shared. When Will the Disney Genie Be Available? During today’s interview, D’Amaro noted that the Disney Genie will launch soon in Disney World! We still don’t have an exact date, but we’ll definitely be on the lookout for more details and let you know once an official launch date has been announced. What Will the Disney Genie Do? According to D’Amaro, you’ll be able to tell the Disney Genie what you’d like to do and it will present you with a plan for an optimal day! But, don’t worry — the plans on the Genie will be flexible, so you can change it as the day goes on to re-optimize your selections. Another Look at the Disney Genie ©Disney The Disney Genie will also provide you with tips and timely tricks. D’Amaro specifically said, “We are ready to meet guests wherever they are and take them places they have never been before.” He also shared how Disney has a highly talented multi-disciplinary team working on things that will shape the future of guests’ experiences. Another Look at the Disney Genie ©Disney From what we’ve heard about Disney Genie in the past, itineraries through the digital feature will be able to focus on everything “from a royal, princess-themed day at Magic Kingdom Park to a trip around the world at EPCOT for foodies and even a perfect day for thrill seekers.” The Genie is also set to include details like estimated wait times and more. So, overall we’re still waiting to hear more about this new feature, but the fact that D’Amaro even mentioned it today is a good sign, as we hadn’t really heard too much about the Disney Genie recently. We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more details and let you know what we find! Click here to learn more about the Disney Genie! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Do you think you’ll use the Disney Genie on future trips once it’s available? Tell us in the comments. The post Did You COMPLETELY Forget About Disney's NEW Planning App? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Abracadabra! The Disney Wisdom Collection Is NEW and Blue in Disney Stores! NEWS: ESPN Cancels Plans to Host College Basketball Events in Disney World Mask Policy Changes and Event Tickets — The 5 Latest Disney News Bombs View the full article

We are having an EXCITING afternoon! Galaxy’s Edge Disney Parks Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro just announced the official opening date for the Avengers Campus land in Disney California Adventure as June 4th. But, Star Wars fans got a little bit of an exciting nod too… . Today, D’Amaro wrapped up a media event (The one where Avengers Campus got its opening date!) by leaving some final thoughts from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. To show his excitement for the future of experiences at the Disney parks, he lifted his hand to reveal a lightsaber hilt. @joshdamaro on Instagram Then, get this, he TURNED IT ON. The light blade of the sword extended from the hilt, just like in the movies. D’Amaro then noted, “It’s real.” REAL!!!!!! It left us STUNNED…shook to our core, people. Inside Savi’s Workshop Up to this point, replica lightsabers consist of a hilt piece and a non-collapsible blade piece. The blade has to be attached to the hilt, so there’s no cool lightsaber extension moment like you see in the films. Ahsoka Tano White Lightsaber Hilts Until now, apparently. D’Amaro’s lightsaber extended from the hilt, seemingly as a beam of light — JUST LIKE IN THE STAR WARS MOVIES. Luke vs. Darth Vader ©Disney Unfortunately, we don’t know too much else about this crazy new technology. Is it safe for consumers? Will it be more of a show element? How does it work? GIVE US THE DEETS, DISNEY. Lightsabers! Does this mean that something new is coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge? Maybe our souvenir, replica lightsabers are about to get a MAJOR upgrade?! Or maybe we’ll get to spot a whole new show experience with our favorite and not-so-favorite characters! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Or could the real lightsaber be part of the Star Wars Hotel? We know they have the technology to let us use the Force, will we be using real lightsabers too in their lightsaber training experience? Like this photo of a lightsaver looks pretty realistic. Lightsaber Experience Aboard the Halcyon ©Disney We were able to see this mysterious real lightsaber during an exclusive event, where photos cannot be taken or shared. But when and if Disney shares those photos, we will be sure to give you a look! You can bet we’ll be keeping a close eye out for more news of the REAL LIGHTSABER we just saw. Honesty…we stil can’t process it. A REAL LIGHTSABER?! Click here to learn WHEN Avengers Campus will open! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Can you believe Disney’s made a REAL lightsaber? Tell us in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney to attend their press event for Avengers Campus. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink.You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post Disney's Got A REAL Lightsaber?? Let's Talk About That, Mmkay? first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Disneyland has been closed for over a year, but it will reopen on April 30th. And since that announcement, there has been A LOT of Disneyland news! ©Disney Not only is there a massive push by Disney to expand the parks, but we also now officially know that Avengers Campus will open at Disney California Adventure on June 4th. And BOY, are we ready! And with Avengers Campus, some NEW food spots are opening, too! That includes the Pym Test Kitchen, which Disney calls a “food innovation science lab” (and we are INTRIGUED). And we just learned that Pym Test Kitchen will offer mobile ordering! ©Disney So you’ll be able to use the Disneyland App to create your order for things like Impossible plant-based meatballs. But that’s not all — there’s an oversized beer can next to the Pym Test Kitchen — known as the Pym Tasting Lab — that allows you to order a craft beer or try one of the Pym Research Staff’s “Pym Particle-infused cocktail experiments.” HOW FUN! And you can mobile order those scientifically-inspired cocktails, too! ©Disney Pym Test Kitchen And if you’re still feeling peckish, there are two food carts — the Shawarma Palace (which we bet we’ll spot some Avengers at) and Terran Treats. However, as far as we know, the food carts will not be part of Disneyland’s mobile order service. Stay tuned because we’re covering all the big Disneyland news! See Photos of the Quinjet at Avengers Campus! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited about the new food offerings at Disney California Adventure? Let us know in the comments! The post Mobile Order Confirmed for Avengers Campus at Disneyland Resort first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: Anaheim Officials Support Bill to Speed Disneyland’s Reopening BREAKING: Opening Date Announced for Avengers Campus at Disneyland Resort! VIDEO: Disney’s Avengers Campus Has a Special New Resident View the full article

Avengers Campus opens to the public June 4 at Disney California Adventure theme park View the full article

When it comes to animals, they are going to do their own thing — and that’s why we love them, right? Ducks On Parade is our favorite Disney World parade… We’ve watched ducks decide to have an impromptu date at the parks (and we even watched a duck take a nap). We’ve seen a male pheasant try to impress a female pheasant, and she just wasn’t having it. Thanks to @jess_isbaking on Instagram, we’ve now seen the newest residents of Disney World’s Batuu — and they’re not what you might think! So here’s a video of some birds building a nest in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Honestly, we’re a little jealous because if we tried to move into Batuu, we’d get kicked out of the parks! But these birds are going to have a nice little nest egg (see what we did there?) of a home in the center of it all that amazing Star Wars awesomeness. NO FAIR! They do, however, fit in with the theme of Batuu — who’s to say they aren’t native to the area? We’re keeping up with all the fun animal antics at Disney World, so stay tuned for more fun photos and videos. Click Here For ANOTHER Reason to Head To Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! 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 seen any fun or funny animal antics at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post VIDEO: Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Got Some Super Cute New Residents From a Galaxy NOT So Far, Far Away first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: You Might NOT Be Headed to Disney’s Hollywood Studios for Star Wars Day HURRY! Reservations for Savi’s Workshop in Disney World Are Officially Available! Choose Resistance OR First Order with the Newest Star Wars MagicBands in Disney World! View the full article

For many, the past year has been a time of reflection – a chance to reconnect with the basics and remember what made us who we are. For others, it has been a time of reinvention – an opportunity to think of the future in a whole new way.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/QffkP3H_BJs View the full article

Things are constantly changing with Disney. Just this year, we’ve seen changes made when it comes to parks reopening, movies being released in theaters vs. Disney+, and more. Do You Like to Visit the Disney Store? But, we’ve also seen changes announced when it comes to your local Disney Stores. Earlier this year, Disney announced that it would be closing 20% of its Disney Stores as the company shifts its focus to e-commerce. So, what will the future of shopping for Disney merchandise look like? We got a few more details today and it looks like some changes are on the way!! Recently, Josh D’Amaro, the Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products, and other Disney officials spoke about a number of things including Avengers Campus and more. One of the things that D’Amaro specifically commented on was SHOPPING (something quite a few of us might have been doing a lot of at home on our computers lately). Josh D’Amaro in EPCOT When talking about shopping, Josh D’Amaro noted that there have been major shifts in terms of consumer habits due to the pandemic. D’Amaro talked about how more people are shopping online than ever before. He also noted how Disney is reducing the number of its physical stores to focus on e-commerce, which is something we’ve shared with you before. Such a Cute Store So, what will the future of shopping for Disney merchandise look like? D’Amaro noted that Disney is working on a personalized and seamless shopDisney experience. Specifically, he noted that this new type of shopping experience would connect streaming videos with shopping. D’Amaro really didn’t go into details interns of what this means, but we’ll keep an eye out for more details! Shopping Could Be Seriously Changing! D’Amaro also shared that they will be expanding successful and innovative shops and shops at third party retailers around the world. He said they’ll be working on bringing commerce opportunities closer to where guests are. It sounds like this could potentially mean more little shop-in-shops areas will be coming in the future, like the collaboration we saw with Target. Stitch Bubble Wand As the Wall Street Journal notes, D’Amaro also noted that he wants to turn the Disney parks into a “megaverse” where fluidity between the digital world and physical park is encouraged. So it seems overall, even beyond just shopping, Disney is working on connecting the digital and physical worlds when it comes to their content and parks. Overall, it sounds like some changes are on the way when it comes to shopping for Disney merchandise and more in the future. We’ll continue to keep an eye open for more details and let you know what we see. Click here to see some great Disney items you could get online! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. How do you like to shop for your Disney merchandise — online or in a store? Tell us in the comments! The post NEWS: The Way You Shop for Disney Merchandise Might Be Changing! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disney Is Experiencing Technical Difficulties…Again. The Saga Continues. Get Your Holiday Shopping Done Early With 25% Off Select Disney Merch Online and In Stores Now! These New Disney T-Shirts We Found Online Prove That We Are ALL Baby Yoda! View the full article

Avengers Campus Opening & Recruiting Super Heroes June 4 | Disneyland Resort View the full article

We’ve recently received a lot of exciting Disneyland news! Disneyland Disneyland Resort is reopening on April 30th — and we’ve gotten LOTS of new on what will be open. Chapek also shared that Avengers Campus, a new land coming to Disney California Adventure, would be opening sometime “later this year.” But now, an official opening date for Avengers Campus has been announced! Avengers Campus will officially be opening on June 4th! So although the new land won’t be opening with Disney California Adventure, we finally know when we’ll be able to check it out! ©Disney The land will consist of locations hosted by various Avengers! The first is the Worldwide Engineering Brigade (also known as WEB), which is where you’ll be able to find WEB Slingers: A Spider-Man Adventure. ©Disney Web Slingers We’ve also told you all about Pym Test Kitchen, which will also open with the land! Disney defines it as a “food innovation science lab” where you’ll be able to snag bites like Impossible plant-based large and micro meatballs with pasta and the “Pym-ini.” Other options for eats include Shawarma Palace and Terran Treats — which are both food carts! ©Disney We can’t wait to finally experience the long-awaited land when it reopens. Check back with us for more Disneyland news! Here’s Everything You Need to Know About Disneyland’s Reopening! Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Aims to Reopen Late April California Residents May Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Still Set to Open at Disneyland "Later This Year" Click Here to Learn More About the "Touch of Disney" Ticketed Event in Disney California Adventure 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 visit Avengers Campus? Tell us in the comments! The post BREAKING: Opening Date Announced for Avengers Campus at Disneyland Resort! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: PHOTOS! Take a Look Inside the Disneyland Resort Parks During the Closure! NEWS: Anaheim Officials Support Bill to Speed Disneyland’s Reopening BREAKING: Disneyland Can Reopen on April 1st View the full article

Super Heroes Assemble! As we’ve all been anticipating, I’m pleased to share that Avengers Campus – an entirely new land dedicated to discovering, recruiting and training the next generation of Super Heroes – will open June 4, 2021 at the Disneyland Resort!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/ZPNN3hM0A5c View the full article

It may be spring, but we’re already thinking about summer because that’s officially ICE CREAM SEASON! We are ready for some ice cream! And we have our share of favorite ice cream snacks at Disney World, including the Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Sandwich, Ice Cream Martinis, and the Sand Pail Sundae (it comes in a bucket — what’s not to love?). But we are no strangers to Beaches and Cream at Disney’s Beach Club Resort and MANY of our favorite ice cream snacks come from there, including that fantastic No Way Jose sundae we ALWAYS go on about. But Beaches and Cream also has some INCREDIBLE shakes. And we spotted a new one today — should we get it? Okay, yeah, we totally got it! Yep, we’re trying this. Meet the ALL NEW Wildberry Cake Pop Shake. A Cast Member confirmed that the only wildberry flavors are in the shake itself. And let us tell you — it was YUMMY! We like that this is a unique flavor, which makes it a lot of fun. And although it IS berry, it’s not too tart and blends perfectly with the creamy ice cream. Also, JUST LOOK AT IT. Is that not the prettiest shake ever? This would be a HUGE hit with kids because of the three cake pops on top, but we won’t lie — we’re suckers for a good cake pop, too! These remind us of the ones from Starbucks, which we also really like. The shake also comes with a plastic Beaches and Cream souvenir jar. Insta-worthy snack! If you’re wanting to try it for yourself, it’s now available for $15. And we’ll let you know if we spot any other great ice cream treats at Disney World! Check Out These 2 Desserts That Disney World Went ALL OUT On! 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 treat from Beaches and Cream? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: Our Brains Basically Exploded When We Saw Disney World's Newest Milkshake first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Expect Some Big Changes On Your Next Visit To Disney World’s Beaches and Cream! Sorry Ice Cream Lovers! The To-Go Window at This Sweet Disney Destination is Now Closed! NEW Watermelon Cupcake Spotted at Disney World Tells Us Summer Ain’t Over! View the full article

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It seems like the pools are the place to be in Disney World right now! Disney’s Beach Club Resort Sure, the parks are popular and all, but what better way to cool off on a hot day than taking a dip in your resort pool? At least, that seemed to be a lot of people’s logic today! Blizzard Beach hit capacity, and when we passed by Stormalong Bay on our way to our Beaches and Cream fix (yum), we noticed a LONG line. If you want to visit Stormalong Bay today, you’d better be prepared to wait for it! Now, pool capacity has been limited since the resorts’ reopening, but this hasn’t appeared to be too much of a problem in the past. That is…until now. Stormalong Bay is not currently offering a waitlist, which means you WILL have to wait in this line if you want to swim. Look at that LINE! Once you get to the front of the line, you’ll tell the Cast Member how many are in your party. If there’s space for you, you’ll be able to head in! If not, you’ll wait until others have left to clear space for you. This is similar to how Disney’s been monitoring capacity in their stores, so no surprise on the method here…but boy is that line long. They made it to the front! With the heat and crowds both on the way, we’re anticipating this kind of line may become more common. Good luck if you’re in the mood for some pool time! We’ll keep ya posted with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB. Read About a Recent Pool Reopening! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite Disney World pool? Let us know in the comments! The post We Found the Most Unexpected Line in Disney World Today! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The Stormalong Bay Pool at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts Has an Official Reopening Date! REVIEW! THIS Treat is the Surprising WINNER of All the Fourth of July Treats We’ve Had in Disney World! 10 Hidden Secrets About Disney World Pools View the full article

Come on, Delaware! Country Bear Jamboree. Really? That nugget was revealed in a recent poll by Upgraded Points that ranks each state’s favorite ride at Disney World. Let the mocking begin. View the full article

We fell down the rabbit hole and into…Build-A-Bear?? We’re Curious too Alice! We were just as intrigued as Alice, so we decided to take a look! That’s right! Build-A-Bear has an Alice in Wonderland plush and costume collection! The Alice in Wonderland collection features some of our favorite curious characters from the movie! Alice in Wonderland Collection ©Build-A-Bear Want to add a little bit of madness into your life? This crazy cat can put you on the right path! You can purchase The Disney Cheshire Cat plush for $29.00! Cheshire Cat ©Build-A-Bear This curious little rabbit is none other than the Pawlette Disney Alice Gift Set! The set comes with a plush Pawlette rabbit wearing a super cute Alice costume complete with a bow! You can grab her for $42.00! Pawlette Alice Rabbit ©Build-A-Bear The Happy Hugs Teddy Disney Mad Hatter Gift Set comes with a soft plush bear dressed in the Mad Hatter’s iconic tea party outfit! You can add him to your collection for $45.50. Maybe he’ll finally tell you why a raven is like a writing desk! Mad Hatter ©Build-A-Bear You might want to practice your curtsy if you plan on adding the Happy Hugs Teddy Disney Queen of Hearts Gift Set to your collection! This royal bear costs $42.00 and will BE the HEAD item in your Alice in Wonderland collection! Queen of Hearts ©Build-A-Bear If you already have one too many bears at your tea party, you can purchase the costumes separately! Like this Cheshire Cat T-Shirt for $8.50! Cheshire Cat T-Shirt ©Build-A-Bear The Alice Costume costs $18.00 and is so cute that your bear will fit right in with the flower garden chorus! Alice Costume ©Build-A-Bear The Mad Hatter Costume is the perfect unbirthday outfit for any stuffed animal! You can grab it for $20.00! Mad Hatter Costume ©Build-A-Bear The Queen of Hearts Costume will make any plush’s head turn! You can dress your bear like royalty for $18.00! Queen of Hearts Costume ©Build-A-Bear Remember, the Build-A-Bear Alice in Wonderland collection is an ONLINE EXCLUSIVE collection! Treat yourself to one of these plushies for your unbirthday! Curious about other Merchandise News? Click Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be snagging any of these MAD stuffed animals? Let us know in the comments! The post There Are New Disney 'Alice in Wonderland' Plushes Outside of the Parks! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: We’re Spilling The Tea! Mad Tea Party Wishables Are Online! We Found 10 Pieces of Disney Merchandise On Sale for Up to 50% Off! Go Down The Rabbit Hole With This NEW Disney Merch Available Online! View the full article

During this busy Spring Break season in Walt Disney World, we’ve grown used to seeing the Resort’s four theme parks reach their full capacity for the day fairly often, as we keep track of things like the availability of required Disney Park Pass reservations for entry. Disney’s Hollywood Studios And since Disney World reopened, in fact, we’ve gotten really used to seeing Disney’s Hollywood Studios, in particular, reach capacity on a fairly regular basis, due to the immense popularity of the Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance attraction. But there is one particular park we were surprised to notice had reached capacity when we drove by the entrance today! Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park reopened on March 7th, but some guests hoping to make a splash today were being turned away at the entrance by cast members, as the park has officially reached capacity! Blizzard Beach entrance Blizzard Beach is unique from the theme parks in that advance Park Pass Reservations are NOT required at this time. (Of course, that is subject to change.) So, it’s not as easy to monitor from your computer or phone whether the water park has reached capacity, which is one benefit to the Park Pass Reservation system. Closed Due to Capacity And remember, Blizzard Beach is the sole water park to be open to guests, as Typhoon Lagoon currently remains closed. Still, even if you can’t go today, if you’re considering a visit to Blizzard Beach on your future trip, you can check out what it’s like to visit this newly reopened park, so you can hopefully start making a splash of your own soon! See what it’s like to visit the reopened Blizzard Beach Water Park here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you hoping to visit Blizzard Beach soon? Please let us know with a comment! The post You'll Never Guess Which Disney World Park SOLD OUT Today! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: We’re LIVE From the Blizzard Beach Reopening at Walt Disney World! Here’s What It’s Like to Wear a Mask in a Disney Water Park! NEWS! We Now Know WHICH Disney World Water Park Will Reopen March 7, 2021! View the full article

Disneyland Paris has seen its share of challenges since last year. The parks in Paris closed in March 2020, reopened in July, and then closed again in October. Currently, Disneyland Paris remains closed. ©Disney But that doesn’t mean there isn’t a lot going on at the park right now while it’s closed. In December, Disneyland Paris announced that Sleeping Beauty Castle would undergo its first major refurbishment since the park opened in 1992. The castle is getting a new roof, designed by some of the same French architects who have worked on notable French historical monuments. Many of those towers are being rebuilt off-site. Disney released a new video highlighting some of the work currently being done. Perhaps the most interesting detail here is that much of this work is the same kind of work that might be done to construct or restore an actual historic French castle. Work continues on Sleeping Beauty Castle ©Disney The work is being done at the workshop of Le Bras Frères, the same architectural group that has overseen work at the world famous Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. So much work being done! ©Disney Everyone from carpenters, cabinet makers, prop decorators, upholsterers, letter painters, and more, are contributing to the large project. Every detail is carefully worked on. ©Disney More than 250 Cast Members are helping to work on the refurbishment. Painting the gold…gold. ©Disney In the meantime, the castle is currently covered with a themed tarp until the work is completed — which should happen just in time for the Disneyland Paris 30th anniversary in 2022. We’ll continue to keep an eye on the castle in Disneyland Paris and fill you in on its progress! Click Here To Learn About the Disneyland Paris Virtual Celebration Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever been to Disneyland Paris? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS AND VIDEO: The Disneyland Paris Castle Is Getting Its First Makeover Ever! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: Curfews in France Impact Operating Hours at Disney Village in Disneyland Paris PICS! Rev Up Your Engines and Check Out the New ‘Cars’ Attraction Coming to Disneyland Paris! Disneyland Paris to Reportedly Remain Closed for the Holiday Season View the full article

Everyone who has been to Disney World has a fond memory of the first time they stepped into the parks. Wall of Ears!!! And that moment can be remembered in a variety of ways, from the free “First Visit” buttons to a new pair of Minnie ears to a plush of a favorite character. But did you know that there are ears made JUST for first-timers?! What a fun way to remember that first-ever Disney vacay! Take a look at the My First Visit ear hat! The front of the blue hat features a photo of Goofy, Pluto, Mickey, and Donald. Seriously, aren’t these so charming? One ear has autographs on it of Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Daisy, and Chip ‘n’ Dale! Autographs! The other ear also has signatures by Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy, as well as Pluto and Donald! More autographs! We found these ears at Celebrity 5 & 10 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for $17.99. So if you or someone in your group is visiting Disney World for the first time, go grab these ears — what better way to remember that first magical trip? And we’ll let you know if we spot any other unique souvenirs at Disney World! Click Here and Tell Us If These Minnie Ears Make Sense to YOU… . 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 unique First Visit items? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Did You Know About This Disney World First Visit Souvenir? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: There’s a PORG Shoulder Plush in Disney World and IT TALKS! These Toys Can TALK! Check Out the Chatty New ‘Toy Story’ Collection We Spotted in Disney World! The New Transportation and Mad Tea Party Wishables Are Now at Disney World! View the full article

Disney tends to be at the forefront of technology. ©Disney via IAAPA Expo 2020 Presentation Just think about the Star Wars Hotel — Galactic Starcruiser! This upcoming experience is set to be an immersive vacation like none before it. We can’t WAIT to see the space windows and experience using the Force for ourselves! Now, we know a little more about Disney’s work to make new experiences more immersive than ever. Recently, Disney filed two patents that focus on content inside a vehicle like a car, train, bus, ride vehicle, or anything else. These new inventions are significant concepts when it comes to bringing guests into neat new worlds. How Your GPS Could Turn Into Ariel The first patent is for “Systems and Methods to Trigger Presentation of In-Vehicle Content.” Basically, Disney is working on a system that could recognize a trigger and respond with appropriate content inside of a vehicle. ©Disney A person could enter a vehicle with this system wearing a t-shirt with a movie character on it or holding a toy of their favorite character. The vehicle could then recognize the presence of the shirt or toy and present content through screens, audio, and more that go with the toy. One example the patent uses is that a toy could change the vehicle’s navigation system to use a voice prompt that is the voice of the toy’s character. Think: You get in the car with your new Ariel doll, and next thing you know she’s directing you back to your hotel. ©Disney The implementation can be extended to even include variations in the temperature of the car. The vehicle’s climate control system could be programmed to shoot a blast of cold and play a greeting from Elsa when you wear your snow queen shirt. But this technology has also been developed with a theme park application in mind. One trigger object could be a MagicBand or other RFID device. When a theme park guest gets in the vehicle, it could trigger the system to use screens to show the guest an animation based on their individual theme park day. Woah. So many MagicBands to choose from! The content could even be used as a survey system of sorts. Suppose you rode Pirates of the Caribbean. Your MagicBand saves this information, then tells the vehicle. In response, an animation plays where Jack Sparrow asks about your experience on the ride. This tech has MORE applications too. The trigger could be something that’s meant to interface with a gaming console and your in-vehicle content could relate directly to your game. Or, it could even keep track of a plan or schedule that you’ve linked to your MagicBand! ©Disney We’re not sure how Disney might be considering an application of this. It could be a consumer product to work with a navigation system or it might be to enhance on-property Disney Resort transportation. We’ll have to wait and see! How a Car Could Turn Into a Spaceship But the other vehicle patent is even COOLER. The second filing was for “Systems and Methods for Using a Vehicle as a Motion Base for a Simulated Experience.” Think of it like a motion simulator, but instead of sitting in a big room that moves, you’re sitting in a car. ©Disney Basically, this tech allows a simulated experience seen through screens or virtual or augmented reality to sink up with the real-life movements of a vehicle that the user is riding in. You go over a speedbump in the car, and at the same time, your simulated spaceship hits an asteroid. Just like the last patent, this tech could be used with any kind of vehicle but most of the illustrations seem to pertain to ground-based, maneuverable, passenger vehicles like cars or buses. ©Disney It seems that Disney is working on this tech with Star Wars-based experiences in mind. One example notes that a drive through an urban area could correspond with a virtual city, a trip through a plain could correspond with a virtual field, and a forest trip could see you in a virtual forest. Specifically, the patent notes, “Simulation experience may select a simulation experience so that when the vehicle is in urban area, the simulation experience occurs in a virtual city under the Empire’s control, when the vehicle is in plain area, the simulation experience occurs in a virtual plain outside the virtual city, and when the vehicle is in forest area, the simulation experience occurs in a virtual forest filled with Ewoks.” ©Disney It’s not super common for Disney to outright use Star Wars language in a patent so this is certainly interesting. Could this ultimately be for some sort of theme-park-based or consumer product Star Wars experience? Maybe! Or for the transportation to and from the Star Wars hotel?! Who knows! In some instances, a user could tell the system information at the start of a trip like duration and the system could adapt the virtual story experience accordingly. It can even have a set time for the “peak” of the story to happen! ©Disney And there’s not a limitation on the kinds of experiences folks can have. The patent notes, “For example, a simulated experience may include a story relating to a virtual vehicle in space flight, a movie relating to a battle within a virtual vehicle, a game relating to an exploration of a virtual planet, and/or other simulated experience.” Some of the imagery in the patent shows virtual views such as a virtual vehicle jumping to lightspeed as the physical vehicle accelerates… ©Disney …a virtual vehicle caught in the tractor beam of the Death Star (and yes, the patent really says “Death Star)… ©Disney …a virtual vehicle exploring a virtual planet that matches the physical weather… ©Disney …and even a race between virtual spaceships. ©Disney All of this imagery could be paired with audio such as, “virtual passengers discussing the asteroid, a computer announcement that the virtual vehicle passed by the virtual asteroid within a certain distance, etc.” Riders could even interact. The patent explains, “one person may be able to provide activity information corresponding to a virtual weapons control of a virtual spaceship while another person may be able to provide activity information corresponding to a virtual navigation control of the virtual spaceship.” Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run Again, it’s not clear how Disney plans to implement this technology — although it certainly seems like they have something Star Wars-y in mind. Perhaps this will amount to a new theme park experience, or maybe you’ll be able to pull up the virtual experience on your phone while your riding on a long car trip. Disney World Street Signs Whatever the case, we’ll be keeping a close eye on new experiences announced by Disney and on the latest permits and patents. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates! Click here to learn more about the Star Wars Hotel! 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 this tech? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Is Disney Turning Your Car Into a SPACESHIP? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: DFB Video: Latest Disney News — SO MANY Holiday Snacks, California Adventure Opens for Shopping Soon & MORE! PHOTOS! Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Construction Update in Disney World! Wait…HOW Will Disney’s Star Wars Hotel Take You to Space? View the full article

Disney World is continuing with its phased reopening! BoardWalk Hotels, restaurants, and other experiences are slowly returning, and we’ve been keeping a close eye on all of it for ya. Recently, we told you that 2 spots to grab a quick bite were reopening. One of those is BoardWalk Joe’s Marvelous Margaritas! We’ve already stopped by for a look at the recently reopened kiosk…but of course, we had to grab some margaritas! If there’s one thing BoardWalk Joe’s is known for, it’s those margs — after all, it’s in the name! We opted for TWO of ’em: the Marvelous Watermelon Margarita and the Captain’s Seaside Sensation. But as you can see, you’ve got quite a few other options! BoardWalk Joe’s Menu Let’s kick things off with the Marvelous Watermelon Margarita! This sip has Patron Silver Tequila, watermelon, lime juice, and sweet-and-sour, garnished with a sugar rim, cherries, and lime. Nothing fancy here! Watermelon Margarita We REALLY enjoyed this one. The watermelon flavor wasn’t strong at all, so even if you’re a tad anti-watermelon, you could still love this! While it is on the sweeter side, the heat from the tequila cuts some of that. We should also note that for the amount of drink you get, this sip (at $12) is a better value than some of your other options. If you’re in EPCOT and want a little break, both of these cocktails are worth the extra steps! But if you want something a little fancier, we recommend heading over to AbracadaBar instead. It’s nearby and has more complex offerings! We want another one already. Help. Next time you’re in the EPCOT area, pop by BoardWalk Joe’s. They make a great cocktail, and you can enjoy it while you take a stroll on the BoardWalk. What more could ya ask for?! As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news! Check Out BoardWalk Joe’s Reopening! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which of these sips would you get? Let us know in the comments! The post Review: This Is THE Place to Go for a Dole Whip Margarita in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Review! The New Mandarin Kiss Drink Packs A Tangy Punch in Disney World! The Four Things in Disney World You’ve Never Done…But You NEED To Try! What’s New at Disney’s BoardWalk, Yacht, and Beach Club Resorts: Easter Treats, a Lavender Spirit Jersey, and Adorable Minnie Hula Outfits! View the full article

If you’re looking for an alcoholic beverage in Disney World, you could head to La Cava del Tequila, check out the offerings at EPCOT’s many festivals, or even get some drinks off of a SECRET menu! Ready to Go to Disney’s BoardWalk? But now there’s one more place for you to go grab that margarita at the end of a LONG day on your feet in The Most Magical Place on Earth, and it’s over at Disney World’s BoardWalk. While several spots on Disney’s BoardWalk have reopened, BoardWalk Joe’s Marvelous Margaritas has been closed since the area reopened last year. BUT now the stand is open once again! Welcome back, BoardWalk Joe’s! Not too long ago, we spotted operating hours listed for this spot starting April 8th. So, today we made our way over to the BoardWalk to check it out ourselves, and sure enough it was open and serving guests! Open for some Marvelous Margaritas! It’s time to serve up some “Marvelous Margaritas!” BoardWalk Joe’s While the spotlight is obviously on the margs here, a full bar is also available, along with a selection of beer, hard seltzers, and even wine by the glass. A small selection of snacks has returned, so you can grab a good ol’ Mickey Pretzel or even a Jalapeno-Stuffed Pretzel here, too. Mickey Pretzel For non-alcoholic drinks, the Pineapple Dole Whip and Strawberry Smoothies are back. But how about those Marvelous Margaritas?! Specialty Margarita Menu Specialty selections include the Marvelous Watermelon Margarita, the classic Frozen Grand, the Strawberry Margarita, and the citrusy Sunshine. The Patron Anejo Margarita got an upgrade to the Barrel Select Patron Anejo Margarita! So, as you can see if you’ve stop by previously, not a whole lot has changed… but when it comes to BoardWalk Joe’s, that’s not a bad thing! We’ll be back here shortly with our reviews of our drinks from today, but we’ve got some sippin’ to do first! In the meantime, if you’re looking for another spot to grab a margarita in Disney World, now you can head over to BoardWalk Joe’s, open typically from Noon to 10PM daily! We’ll keep an eye out for more Disney World updates and let you know what we find. Stay tuned for all the latest news! ICYMI: The BoardWalk Inn’s Clown Slide is GONE! Click here to see the new slide design! 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 BoardWalk Joe’s? Tell us in the comments. The post PHOTOS: There's Another Spot to Grab a Margarita (and Boozy Dole Whip) in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Review: Proof That You CAN Snack Healthy in Disney World What’s New at Disney’s BoardWalk, Yacht, and Beach Club Resorts: Easter Treats, a Lavender Spirit Jersey, and Adorable Minnie Hula Outfits! Disney Restaurant Review: Is Disney World’s AbracadaBar Worth the Walk? View the full article

Disney World might be the Most Magical Place on Earth, but technical difficulties and ride evacuations can still happen! Ready to Ride Splash Mountain?! Today, as we were walking past Splash Mountain in Magic Kingdom we noticed that things looked a bit different. Instead of floating around like usual, the boats were actually being evacuated! Ever wonder what an evacuation looks like on Splash Mountain? We’re sharing it all with you here! Of course, we weren’t able to see the entirety of the ride, but here’s a look at what the evacuation was like from what we could see. Over on one side of the attraction, guests were being evacuated from their boats. Splash Mountain Was Evacuated Today You can see some the Cast Members assisting some guests as they move from the boats to the platform nearby. Time to Get Off Over at another part of the ride, we could also see guests being evacuated. Gotta Sit Tight Until It’s Your Turn Cast Members were walking through, speaking with guests… Always Listen to Those Cast Members …and escorting other guests to the exit areas. Follow the Cast Members! Check out the video below of part of the evacuation process. We’re not sure what caused the ride to be evacuated today, but we’ll keep an eye out for more info. If you’ve always wondered what it’s like to get evacuated off of Splash Mountain, now you’ve gotten a quick peek at part of the process. Evacuation in Progress Wondering how you can best handle an emergency or evacuation in Disney World, and what the process is generally like? Check out our full video on handling emergencies and evacuations in Disney World below. Again, we’ll keep an eye out for more updates on this situation with Splash Mountain and any other Disney news. Stay tuned for all the latest! Click here to see photos and video from when the Monorail was evacuated in Disney World earlier this year. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever been evacuated off of a Disney World ride? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS & VIDEO: Splash Mountain Evacuated in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: PHOTO: Splash Mountain Evacuated and Now Temporarily Closed in Disney World PHOTOS: Space Mountain Evacuated in Magic Kingdom PICS and VIDEO! The Walkway Between Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort is OPEN! View the full article

Disney’s Magical Express service is being discontinued in 2022. Magical Express The shuttle currently provides free transportation for Disney resort guests between the Orlando International Airport and Disney property. We’ve taken a look at the best alternative options for you, and Mears released a statement indicating that they would continue to provide transportation services even after the Magical Express is gone. Now, we have a better idea of what that could look like. Mears has officially introduced Mears Connect! This service will debut in January 2022 (when Disney’s Magical Express services conclude), connecting the Orlando International Airport to the Disney resort area. ©Mears According to Mears, Mears Connect will be “the same reliable, safe, express service” we’ve come to expect from the Magical Express. You’ll be able to make your reservation starting in May 2021! Mears has not yet released information on pricing, but we’ll keep an eye out. Disney’s Magical Express Mears operates the Magical Express, so we’re anticipating that Mears Connect will function pretty similarly to the current service. We’ll keep you posted with any further updates! We’ll also keep an eye out for any news on what Disney Cruise Line transportation will look like in 2022. Stay tuned to DFB! Read More About the Magical Express’ Discontinuation! 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 usually take the Magical Express? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: New Transportation Service Will Replace Disney’s Magical Express first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The BEST Ways to Get to Disney World When the Magical Express Is Gone BREAKING: Disney World’s Magical Express Service Will Be Discontinued in 2022 NEWS: Mears Releases Statement on Disney’s Magical Express Service Ending View the full article