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Hello from Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Animal Kingdom We’ve been BUSY trying all the St. Patrick’s Day food around Disney World, but that doesn’t mean we’ve forgotten about the parks’ other eats and treats! Among St. Paddy’s cupcakes, ice cream sammies, and shakes, we still found time for an off-the-menu sip at Animal Kingdom! You may be familiar with the Dunbar Margarita at Thirsty River Bar and Trek Snacks. It’s got Jose Cuervo Gold tequila, triple sec, ginger, sweet-and-sour mix, and fresh lime juice. Okay, that all sounds great, right? But the Avalanche Margarita takes that and makes it FROZEN. And the end result is pretty fun! Voila! A frozen margarita! The Avalanche Margarita is also at Thirsty River Bar and Trek Snacks. The ONLY difference between it and the Dunbar Margarita is that it’s frozen and is a bright blue color! When we asked where that mystery blue came from, the bartender wasn’t too sure because the drink is premixed (womp, womp). But it could be blue curaçao! Where’d this mystery blue come from?! This margarita comes with a salt rim. If you prefer your rim sugared, you’re outta luck, because they don’t have any sugar here! The marg itself wasn’t sour or tart — it was actually a little bit sweet! We do wish the blue would have added a fun flavor, but it was tasteless. The Avalanche Margarita is a great alternative to a margarita on the rocks, and it was super refreshing. But if tequila isn’t your thing, we recommend the Khumbu Icefall from this location! It’s got raspberry, coconut, and guava rum. Sounds tasty! It’s sweet AND refreshing! This sweet sip is $13. We’ll keep an eye out for more new drinks and let you know what we think of ’em! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news. Check Out Our Review of a St. Patrick’s Day Cocktail! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you want to try this drink? Let us know in the comments! The post We Found a TWIST on a Classic Animal Kingdom Drink first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom: An Adorable ‘Up’ Shirt, Updated Bar Hours, and Halloween Cups! Pandora’s Mo’ara Margarita Got a Makeover — Check Out Its New Flavor (And Color) Here! News and Review! Rainbow Push-Pop Arrives in Disney’s Animal Kingdom View the full article

Spring break is in full swing so it’s a BUSY week in Disney World. Animal Kingdom Crowds We’ve been reporting from the busy parks all week — and it doesn’t look like the month is going to get any slower. Did you know a lot of days are already completely BOOKED? Now, we’re taking a look at the rides with the HIGHEST wait times in all of Disney World! When we checked at 2:30PM, the longest wait in all of Disney World was for Na’vi River Journey in Disney’s Animal Kingdom with a 105-minute wait. Holy moly! Na’vi River Journey Line This boat ride is still only a few years old and with severely limited capacity to keep guests distanced, those waits can get long. We even spotted the queue being routed through a backstage area yesterday! Do note that today we spotted a boat with a new plexiglass addition, so the wait time could soon go down as capacity is able to increase. Click here to learn more about why the waits at Na’vi River Journey get so long. In second place was Splash Mountain over in the Magic Kingdom. This popular attraction came in with a wait of 95 minutes. It’s a great ride, but an hour-and-a-half wait seems like a lot. And do remember, there are NO FastPass+ options right now. So everyone is waiting in these spaced-out lines. Magic Kingdom Crowds Splash Mountain is one of the most popular rides in Disney World and with its impending retheme to a The Princess and the Frog-themed attraction and the fact that it’s 80 degrees in Orlando today, it’s gonna have some looooong lines. Want to learn more about the Splash Mountain retheme? Click here! Finally, the third-highest wait in all of Disney World this afternoon was back over in Pandora: The World of Avatar in Animal Kingdom. Yup, it’s Flight of Passage. This very popular attraction had a 90-minute posted wait. Flight of Passage Line This ride remains the most popular in Animal Kingdom. So, even with the shift to loading every single seat on the attraction, that wait time has stayed LONG. To learn more about seating on Flight of Passage, click here! Now, as always, wait times have been fluctuating but these three have remained high. Others that have occasionally popped into the top three include The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and Slinky Dog Dash in Hollywood Studios. Tower of Terror Do note, that sometimes Disney’s wait times aren’t always 100% accurate. Sometimes, you will get lucky and wait a shorter amount of time than what’s listed! We’ll continue reporting from a spring break-time Disney World today and for the rest of the month so stay tuned for all the updates! Click here to see more of the spring break crowds! 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 Disney World this month? Tell us in the comments! The post The Three HIGHEST Wait Times in Disney World Right Now first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disney World Wait Times are On the Rise Again in ALL Four Parks! Do You Think The PeopleMover Misses Us, Too? We’re Peeking Inside Disney World’s Closure Diary! Can You Guess Which COASTER Had A Surprisingly LOW Wait Time This Week in Disney World? View the full article

Mark your calendars now for a spring fling at the Downtown Disney District, open seven days a week at the Disneyland Resort. You’ll be just in time for the return of Eggstravaganza, an egg-themed scavenger hunt taking place March 15 to April 18, 2021, while supplies last.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/B8w6wSjvF8c View the full article

If you have tickets to A Touch of Disney and you’ve been hoping to grab a dining reservation for Carthay Circle Lounge Alfresco Dining or Lamplight Lounge…it’s likely been a long morning. Frankly, today made the process of buying tickets to A Touch of Disney look like a walk in the park! ©Disney We suspected dining reservations would be a hot commodity since every date of A Touch of Disney is currently sold out, but nothing could prepare us for what actually transpired! Over four HOURS after the virtual queue opened up for dining reservations, we were successful in grabbing a table for Lamplight Lounge! But the way we were able to get a reservation totally took us by surprise! HUGE shoutout to theme park journalist Carlye Wisel as well as our good friend here at DFB Heather Sievers for filling everyone in on this tip that involves using the Disneyland App! This morning, everyone (including us!) seemed to be under the assumption that the Disneyland App would NOT work when securing a reservation and that you would have to use Disneyland’s actual website. Who else was staring at this screen for over four hours this morning? ©Disney That created a pretty crowded waiting room, and hours later, we wondered if our browser would ever update. That’s when we learned about this crucial tip. Turns out, you CAN make dining reservations using the Disneyland App! Here’s what you need to do: Lobster Nachos from Lamplight Lounge! Open up the Disneyland App and tap on the magnifying glass icon (Search) at the bottom of the screen. From there, search for “my plans” and select “View My Plans.” Select the magnifying glass on the bottom of your screen and search for “my plans” Once you select “View My Plans,” tap on the blue plus symbol and select “Reserve Dining” on the right-hand side. Some people may see a pop-up that will ask to redirect you to Disneyland’s website — ignore the pop-up! Closeout and continue to enter your party size and date. If you see this pop up, click on “Close” to continue making your reservation on the app! From there, you can see what restaurants have dining reservations available! We heard that smaller parties of one or two guests may have a harder time finding reservations, but as of this writing, it looks like there are slim pickings for reservations still available. Enter your party size and date! If you can’t find a reservation for the restaurant you want to visit, keep checking! It’s possible Disney could open up more reservations, and as people change their plans for their visit to A Touch of Disney, it’s also possible additional times may pop up! Carthay Circle at California Adventure You can also check day-of to see if the dining location is accepting Walk-Ups! Best of luck to anyone still looking for dining reservations, and we’ll see you at A Touch of Disney! There’s SO MUCH FOOD coming to A Touch of Disney! Click here to check out all of your dining options! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Were you able to secure a dining reservation for A Touch of Disney? Let us know in the comments! The post How to Get Dining Reservations for 'A Touch of Disney' Without a Four Hour Wait first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Iconic Disneyland FOOD Will Be Part of Buena Vista Street’s Reopening — Here’s What You Can Look Forward To! Review: We Tried Some (VERY) Small Plates at Carthay Circle Lounge Alfresco Dining in Disneyland Resort Dining Reminder: Reservations for Lamplight Lounge in Disney California Adventure Are OPEN View the full article

Looking to pilot the fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy? Well, then you’ll want to head over to Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Each cockpit in this ride can sit up to 6 guests. With the addition of plexiglass on the ride vehicle, a group of 1-4 and a separate group of 1-2 could potentially sit together. But, these cockpits are pretty small, and you might not get that 6 feet of distance between yourself and the other party. So, can you and your party just sit by yourselves on the ride? We did some digging and here’s what we found out. A quick recap: The loading procedures for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run changed last year. There are now colored dots on the floor to direct guests — orange and blue. The first party stands on the first of a color and the second party stands on the second of that same color. The orange dots go to the left cockpits and the blue dots go to the right cockpits. Follow the Dots! Your party is called up by color and then instructed to stay on their respective dots. These dots continue up to the point to where you load. The loading process now ignores the pilot, engineer, and gunner markers on the floor. Instead, there are now the sets of corresponding dots. So Many Dots! Don’t worry if that sounds SUPER confusing. Cast Members help guide you through the process. Aside from the new loading procedures, last year, Smugglers Run also got a plexiglass makeover. There is now plexiglass in the cockpit, but it’s only around the gunners’ seats — separating the gunners from the engineers. Plexiglass A Cast Member explained to us that this set-up could potentially allow for a group of 1-4 people plus another group of 1-2 all sitting in the same cockpit at the same time. Essentially, it would be 1 group of 1-4 in the front, with another group of 1-2 in the back seats (engineer seats). Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run But, the cockpit is pretty tight. You might not be able to keep that 6-foot distance between you and the other party. What if you don’t feel comfortable being in such a small space with another party, despite the plexiglass diving you? Can you ride Smugglers Run alone? Millennium Falcon Well, we visited the ride recently and asked. The Cast Member there told us that if you are 1 person, a couple, and/or a party that wants to be completely alone in the cockpit — you can ask. Otherwise, you’ll be seated in the front half of the cockpit, or the back half, with the plexiglass in between. Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run Keep in mind, that while you can ask to be seated alone, that doesn’t mean you’re guaranteed to get the seating arrangement you want. The Cast Members might not be able to accommodate your request depending on what’s going on, the crowd levels, or other reasons. Smugglers Run You could also potentially ask to be seated alone or with more space between you and other parties on other rides in Disney World. But, again, you’re not guaranteed to get the seating arrangements you request. It’ll likely depend on the Cast Member there, what the crowds look like, and other factors. If everyone were to ask to be seated alone though, that could cause the lines to get quite long, particularly when it comes to popular attractions. So, again, the Cast Members might not be able to accommodate your seating requesting. We’re sorry we don’t have a more solid answer when it comes to things like this but it really is situational. It will depend on the Cast Member, the day, the crowds, etc. But we do want you to know that it’s not entirely out of the question and may be possible. It never hurts to ask, but if told no, please be respectful to that Cast Member! They have a lot of working parts that they are trying to keep in motion. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run FastPass Queue We’ll keep an eye out for more updates all around Disney World with their ride experiences. If we spot any major changes, we’ll be sure to let you know. Stay tuned to DFB for more updates! Click here to see how every single ride is handling distancing right now 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 asked to be seated alone on a ride like Smugglers Run? Let us know about your experience in the comments. The post Can You Still Ride ALONE on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in Disney World?! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Dedication Ceremony Prepares Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to Welcome Guests in Disney’s Hollywood Studios!! We Rode Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run on Disney’s Hollywood Studios Reopening Day — Here’s What’s Different! What’s New at Hollywood Studios: New Menu Items at Rosie’s, TONS of Star Wars Merch, Christmas Stuff, and More! View the full article

We’ve been excited about the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ride since it was first announced! Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind construction Let’s just say we’re ready to ROCK the galaxy (because that’s what the construction walls around it say). We’ve been following the construction and LOVED the sneak peek at the ride vehicles! While we don’t have an official opening date for this ride yet, progress and construction are visibly moving forward. We looked at the ride a few days ago and noticed blue wrappings going up over some of the newly-installed wooden paneling. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Today, it looked like even more of the blue wrappings were going over the wood paneling. We even saw a few Cast Members actively working on the ride. More blue stuff Every little bit of progress counts, right?! We can’t wait to see what this looks like when it’s complete. We’re ready to ROCK! And we’re ready for it to open because it sounds amazing! The ride will feature the first-ever “reverse launch into space” (we’re not sure what that is, but it sounds AWESOME) in ride vehicles that have 360-degree movement. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ©Disney Say what? We are READY! Here’s what the ride should look like when it’s all done! Guardians of the Galaxy attraction Concept Art ©Disney And we’ll keep you updated on all the construction, too! Special Effects for EPCOT’s Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster Are In Development! 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 Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Work Continues on the New Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster in EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: PHOTOS: MAJOR Update on EPCOT’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! What’s Going on With the EPCOT Festival Pavilion? Here’s Everything We Know. Weekly Construction Update: Kilimanjaro Safaris Building Sees BIG Progress and Walls Come Down in Disney Springs! View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We’re starting to think that Winnie the Pooh might be on the most Disney merchandise. Pooh wants to catch the honey bees, obviously There are crockpots, Dooney & Bourke bags, and, of course, TONS of plushes. And, BoxLunch is certainly contributing to the overload. Among all the things we’ve seen them release throughout the years, they have lunch boxes, LOTS of backpacks, crossbody bags, and scrunchies (seriously!). Heck, even some other friends from the Hundred Acre Wood have gotten their own bags! Just when we think they’ve made every kind of Winnie the Pooh bag design, then comes another! And, they’re STILL not done! BoxLunch just released a new Loungefly Mini Backpack that features Winnie the Pooh decked out in a flower crown! Okay, guys, this is bordering on over-the-top adorable. We mean, Pooh is already a cute cuddly bear and then you put FLOWERS on him?! Pooh must have walked straight into the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival and picked some spring flowers. The front of the bag features Pooh’s ears and face plus a front zippered pocket with flowers and honey bees. ©BoxLunch The back of the bag even has some more details from the Hundred Acre Wood. At the bottom, there’s a quote that says, “Piglet: How do you spell love? Pooh: You don’t spell it, you feel it.” UMM, excuse us, we didn’t expect to get teary-eyed looking at a bag! ©BoxLunch And, the inside has some more Pooh details! The lining of the bag features a pattern with Winnie the Pooh going full-on Pixar Up style and floating away on an adventure. ©BoxLunch If you’re a fan of Pooh Bear, this is definitely a bag to check out! It’s available for $79.90. Click HERE to buy the Loungefly Winnie the Pooh Floral Backpack! We’re sure that we’ll be back here with another Winnie the Pooh bag to show you next week, but until then you can head over to BoxLunch and explore everything they already have! Stay tuned for more Disney news and updates! A NEW Disney Vera Bradley Print Has Released Online! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Who is your favorite character from the Hundred Acre Woods? Let us know in the comments! The post We Found the Winnie the Pooh Backpack We Never Knew We Needed! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Travel to Neverland or Go Under the Sea With These New Disney Loungeflys Can We Eat This Disney Bag?! Asking for a Friend. Is Loungefly As Obsessed with Disney Snacks As We Are?! 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. You can snag ALL kinds of great Disney merchandise online, including some of the latest pairs of Mickey ears! Disney Parks Mickey Balloon Ears But, if you’re going to be doing some shopping, you’ll want to make sure you know about ALL of the potential deals and discounts you could take advantage of. Disney has been offering some online deals EVERY day this month. Today, you can actually get a FREE collectible key. But right now, D23 Members also get 2 special shopping benefits! ALL D23 Members can now enjoy FREE SHIPPING for ALL ORDERS on shopDisney. So, subject to the limitations we’ll talk about in a second, D23 Members can get all their favorites shipped to them for free, including some of the ADORABLE new Disney home collection. Kingdom of Cute Coasters This free shipping offer is available starting today (March 11th) through March 31st, 2021 (11:59PM PT). D23 does note that the offer applies to select, in-stock merchandise purchased in a single transaction at shopDisney. Serving Tray To make sure you get the free shipping, log in to shopDisney with the Disney account tied to your D23 Membership. Place items in your bag, and then check for the free shipping offer — it should be automatically applied to your items, if eligible. Tumbler Just keep in mind that this applies to standard delivery on orders sent to a single address in the U.S. Select items, and items going to more than one address or international shipments, will have additional shipping charges. Just be sure to check your bag when checking out online to see if the free shipping applies! Kermit and Miss Piggy nuiMOs have arrived! But, the savings get EVEN BETTER! D23 Gold Members can also use a discount in addition to this offer to save even MORE! Right now through March 31st, 2021, D23 Gold Members can use the code D23MAGIC to get 10% off of their purchase of $50 or more at shopDisney (they can also get 10% off purchases of $50 or more in Disney Stores if they print a coupon from the D23 website). Some items are excluded from the promotion, so just be aware of that. Stitch Bubble Wand WELL, those are 2 great reasons for D23 Members to do some shopping now and save while they can! We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more deals and discounts and let you know what we find. Click here to see the new Vera Bradley print that has released online! 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 D23 Member? Tell us in the comments! The post D23 Members Can Get FREE Shipping and a Discount on Disney Merch Right NOW! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: D23 Gold Members Can Get a DISCOUNT on Disney Merch Right Now! You Can Snag FREE Shipping on shopDisney Today! Don’t Wait! Disney Is Offering a Last Minute Gift Sale On LOTS of Items Online! View the full article

When the COVID pandemic showed no signs of slowing, the Gamble family decided to move out of their longtime Charlottesville home and into a 40-foot RV full-time with two parents, two teenagers and three dogs to travel the nation, including a month-long Florida loop. View the full article

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We’re celebrating a Disney ride’s big birthday this year! Expedition Everest Okay, yes, 2021 is also Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary. But today, we’re focusing on a wild ride over in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Ya know, the one that gets you all up close and personal with the Yeti? That’s right, next month is Expedition Everest’s 15th birthday! And to celebrate, we’ve got some brand new merch to show you. We spotted the anniversary gear in the Expedition Everest gift shop, and we were pretty happy to see a celebration for the big 1-5! There’s a t-shirt with the (very angry-looking) Yeti — and it even has “15” on it. It’s $36.99! But seriously, someone tell us what’s up with the Yeti’s red eyes. We’re concerned. Celebrate Expedition Everest’s 15th anniversary! For something a little less intimidating, you can rep your Yeti love with the Expedition Everest sweatshirt. This one’s got our (still angry) Yeti ripping up the tracks that’ll send you plummeting backwards in your train. It’s $44.99! Expedition Everest sweatshirt And if you’re SUPER proud that you mustered up the courage to hop aboard, you can pick up the “I conquered Expedition Everest” t-shirt! We’ve got that same track-ripping silhouette, but now you can show off just how brave you are. This tee costs $36.99. Be proud — you faced the Yeti! And guys — there’s a Yeti blanket! Except it’s not just any ol’ blanket: it’s a hooded throw blanket! Cozy up with the Yeti! Let’s break this down. That means you can wear the Yeti on your HEAD. He’s also much less intimidating on this blanket (kinda abrupt personality change there!), so don’t worry. This throw is $39.99 and perfect for snuggling up against the snowy cold! Check out how this blanket works! If you just can’t get enough of that 80-foot plunge down Everest, you may wanna swing by and pick up some of this new gear! We’ll keep an eye out for more new merchandise and other Disney updates, so stay tuned to DFB. Did You Know These Animal Kingdom Secrets? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you a fan of Expedition Everest? Let us know in the comments! The post Celebrate Expedition Everest’s BIG Birthday with NEW Merch first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: We’re Tipping Our Cap to These Three New Disney Hats at Animal Kingdom! SPOTTED! So Many Wild New Tees at Disney’s Animal Kingdom!! Are You “Yeti” to Check Out This New Loungefly Backpack in Disney’s Animal Kingdom? View the full article

Heads up, brunch fans (and that includes us)! Brunch is the best meal of the day… You know we love a good brunch option in Disney World. And Homecomin’ has just updated their hours, meaning we have even more time to brunch it up at this spot! The Rise and Shine Weekend Brunch at Homecomin’ in Disney Springs hours have been extended. Brunch will now start at 9AM, rather than the previous 10AM. That’s one more whole hour to enjoy some House-Made Donuts, Hush Puppy Benedict, the Hallelujah Biscuit, and more. YUM! House-made Donuts – oh, yeah! The new hours will go into effect as of March 20th, and we still recommend reservations if you plan on chowing down on some brunch yummies at its location at Disney Springs. We’ll let you know if any other hours change at Disney World, too! Read our FULL Rise and Shine Weekend Brunch review 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 had brunch at Homecomin’? Let us know in the comments! The post One More Hour For Brunch at Homecomin' in Disney Springs? We're In! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: News! Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Adds EXTENDED Brunch Hours! Exciting News! Homecomin’ In Disney Springs Is Getting a NEW Patio Shine Bar! Chef Art Smith’s NEW Patio Shine Bar to Open with Homecomin’ in Disney World SOON! View the full article

In just a few days, guests will be able to shop, dine, and walk around in Disney California Adventure Park through a special ticketed event called A Touch of Disney. Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure During the event, guests will get the chance to dine at some signature spots in this park, including Carthay Circle Restaurant Alfreso Dining and Lamplight Lounge. Earlier today, reservations opened up for Lamplight Lounge, but things seem to be a bit…stuck. This morning, reservations became available online for Lamplight Lounge. So, we opened up the page to make a reservation, as we expect these things could fill up VERY quickly. Lamplight Lounge is reopening! When we went to the Disneyland dining website to make the reservation, we were met by the following waiting room screen. Oh boy. We have to admit, we got a bit of a flashback from the situation we had trying to get A Touch of Disney tickets. Waiting Screen ©Disney We shared that the Lamplight Lounge reservations had opened up and that we had entered the waiting room just before 10PM (ET). It is now about 12:30PM (ET) annnnnnnd…we’re still on the SAME SCREEN. We haven’t seen any movement on the page (in terms of reservations becoming available). The page also hasn’t given us any kind of estimated wait time. Views from Lamplight Lounge We’re not sure what exactly is causing the delay, but we expect that it is due to a HIGH volume of guests trying to get reservations for these two popular restaurants all at the same time. As of right now, it doesn’t seem like anyone has been able to snag a reservation, so this may simply be a holding page until they are released. We’ll definitely be keeping an eye out for more updates and will let you know as the situation develops. Click here to learn more about the “A Touch of Disney” event! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Heather Sievers is DisneyFoodBlog’s Dining in Disneyland columnist! Check out more of her adventures at @DininginDisney on Instagram! Will you be going to the “A Touch of Disney” event? Let us know in the comments! The post What's Going on With Lamplight Lounge Reservations for Disneyland? Here's What We're Seeing first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Dining Reminder: Reservations for Lamplight Lounge in Disney California Adventure Are OPEN ACT FAST! Reservations Are NOW Available for Carthay Circle in Disneyland Resort You Can Only Visit This Disneyland Spot for FREE for a Few More Weeks View the full article

Last year, Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom Park received a royal makeover, with a new color scheme that included bold, shimmering and regal enhancements. Today, we are excited to share the first look at the newest piece of EARidescent embellishment that continues this glistening adornment.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/cgJq4anzYAY View the full article

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Disney is constantly making changes to how it socially distances guests throughout the parks. Pandora And plexiglass is a whole SAGA. Moral of the story: Disney seems to be moving towards seating every row on rides. The slower rides tend to get a plexiglass shield between those rows — think Frozen Ever After or Living with the Land. The speedier rides don’t. And in Disney’s Animal Kingdom today, we noticed another attraction was getting that plexiglass makeover. You may remember that there’s been plexiglass throughout the line for Na’vi River Journey. A lot of rides are installing these barriers to help with social distancing in the queue. Plexiglass in the line for Na’vi River Journey But previously, there was no plexiglass on the boats themselves. Instead, each party got their own boat to go on their adventure through the bioluminescent rainforest. But the private tour is ending, people, because now, the plexiglass has arrived! Plexiglass barriers have arrived! The plexiglass allows the ride to seat every row. For now, only one of the boats had this mini makeover — all the others boats had no shields and were seating one group apiece. Maybe this a test run? We don’t know for sure why Disney’s started seating every row, but we have a feeling it’s got something to do with the increasing crowds in the parks lately. Disney may be trying to cut down on those long wait times! We’ll keep an eye out for more changes to attractions — and other news! — so stay tuned to DFB. Does Plexiglass Actually Decrease Wait Times? We Did the Math! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you been on a Disney ride with a plexiglass barrier? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Is Animal Kingdom's Longest Wait Time Finally Going to Get Shorter?! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: PHOTOS: Guess Which Ride Got a Plexiglass Makeover TODAY in Disney World! PHOTOS: Your Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Wait May Be SHORTER Next Time You’re in Disney World PHOTOS: Another Magic Kingdom Ride Is Loading Every Row 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. It’s beginning to look a lot like springtime! Butterfly Topiary With spring break crowds rolling in this week, warm weather in Florida, AND the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival, we are embracing the new season. It looks like Vera Bradley is too, because they just released a brand new Disney pattern that is PERFECT for spring! Yesterday, we got a look at the new spring pattern featuring the lovely Minnie Mouse! It’s also covered in gorgeous, colorful flowers and comes in several designs on shopDisney. First up, there’s the Minnie Mouse Garden Party Campus Backpack by Vera Bradley for $130. Minnie Mouse Garden Party ©Disney This bag is super practical for anyone who’s got lots to carry around on the regular. Click here to buy the Campus Backpack! Heading to a garden party of your own? You might want to pick up the Minnie Mouse Garden Party Cooler Backpack by Vera Bradley. Minnie Mouse Garden Party ©Disney Keep all those party supplies cool for $100. Want to buy the Cooler Backpack? Click here! There are a LOT of different bag styles in this collection so you should be able to find one that suits all your needs. Minnie Mouse Garden Party ©Disney For family-oriented shoppers, pick up the Minnie Mouse Garden Party Drawstring Family Tote by Vera Bradley for $75. To buy the Drawstring Family Tote, click here! This pattern is super pretty so what if we want to look at it on the regular? Minnie Mouse Garden Party ©Disney We can snag the Minnie Mouse Garden Party Plush Throw Blanket by Vera Bradley for $65! Click here to buy the Plush Throw Blanket! The Minnie Mouse Garden Party Sling Backpack by Vera Bradley for $65 gives us total park bag vibes. Minnie Mouse Garden Party ©Disney It looks so easy to get stuff out of it! Want to buy the Sling Backpack? Click here! And there are MORE bags for everyday use including the Minnie Mouse Garden Party Tote Bag by Vera Bradley for $120… Minnie Mouse Garden Party ©Disney …and the Minnie Mouse Garden Party Triple Zip Hipster Bag by Vera Bradley for $85. To buy the Tote Bag, click here! Looking for an easy-to-tote bag? Minnie Mouse Garden Party ©Disney Check out the Minnie Mouse Garden Party Triple Compartment Crossbody Bag by Vera Bradley for $85. Click here to buy the Triple Compartment Crossbody Bag! The Minnie Mouse Garden Party Weekender Travel Bag by Vera Bradley just might be the carry-on of your dreams. Minnie Mouse Garden Party ©Disney Snag it for $140. Want to buy the Weekender Travel Bag? Click here! There’s an alternate version of the pattern too. You can see it on this $85 Minnie Mouse Garden Party All in One Crossbody Bag by Vera Bradley. Minnie Mouse Garden Party ©Disney It features a delicate pink background with Minnie and more featured on little pops of color. To buy the All in One Crossbody Bag, click here! The Minnie Mouse Garden Party Cosmetic Bag by Vera Bradley is available for $45. Minnie Mouse Garden Party ©Disney If you’re looking for a makeup bag upgrade, this could be a sign. Click here to buy the Cosmetic Bag! Whatever bag you get, you can pick up the matching Minnie Mouse Garden Party ID Case by Vera Bradley. Minnie Mouse Garden Party ©Disney It’s available for $20. Want to buy the ID Case? Click here! And finally, you can snag the Minnie Mouse Garden Party Lanyard by Vera Bradley for $25. Minnie Mouse Garden Party ©Disney This lanyard even has a cute Mickey-shaped carabiner. To buy the Lanyard, click here! Celebrate spring the right way by treating yourself to one of these cute accessories! Don’t forget that you can pick up this pattern in Disney Springs as well. We’ll let you know about any other Disney merchandise you’ve just got to have, so stay tuned to DFB! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you like this new pattern by Vera Bradley? Let us know in the comments! The post A NEW Disney Vera Bradley Print Has Released Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: You Can Get the Latest Disney Merchandise From Your Couch! See It ALL Here! Disney Is Experiencing Technical Difficulties…Again. The Saga Continues. We Need Every Piece of Disney’s ADORABLE New Mickey Mouse Parts Collection! View the full article

Preparations are well underway for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebrations, which start this year on October 1st. Disney World We’ve already seen 50th anniversary decor added to Cinderella Castle, and we’ve gotten a peek at how the other park icons will look in celebration of the 50th. Well, if you’re planning to visit Disney World for the start of the 50th Anniversary celebrations, one thing you’ll want to book QUICKLY are your Park Pass reservations, as more Park Passes around that time have started to fill up! Just a few days ago, more Park Passes became available right around the 50th Anniversary. But now, just like what we saw yesterday, Park Passes for Annual Passes for October 1st are full for both EPCOT and Magic Kingdom. ©Disney Park Passes are also filling up for October 2nd for Annual Passholders. When we checked today, Park Passes were already unavailable for Magic Kingdom on October 2nd for Annual Passholders. ©Disney For now, those with Theme Park Tickets… ©Disney …and those staying at Select Resort Hotels are showing full availability for the month, except that Park Passes are already full for those groups of guests for Magic Kingdom on October 1st. ©Disney Of course, all of this Park Pass availability could change in the future. If you’re thinking of visiting Disney World for the start of the 50th Anniversary celebrations AND to visit Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and La Creperie de Paris right when they open, you’ll want to grab your Park Pass reservations quickly! But, keep in mind that Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebrations will last all the way until 2023, so you will have plenty of time to celebrate. We’ll keep an eye out for more updates and let you know what we find. Click here to see more details about the celebrations coming to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary! 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 visiting Disney World during the 50th Anniversary celebrations? Let us know in the comments. The post More Disney World Park Passes FILLING UP Around the 50th Anniversary first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disney World Lists SELECT HOTELS Which Fall Into One Park Pass Availability Group MORE Disney World Park Passes Released for December Holidays (Including New Year’s Eve)! Disney World Releases MORE Park Passes For December (Including Christmas Day) For Some Guests! View the full article

Do you know which restaurants book up the fastest in Disney World? Or do you know how early you need to decide if you’re building a Lightsaber in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge? Galaxy’s Edge Today we’re gonna talk about the hardest reservations to get in Disney World and how, and when, you need to make those bookings. 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 let us know: Your favorite restaurant in Disney World and why! The post DFB Video: The SECRET to Getting the Hardest Reservations in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: DFB Video: When Should You Go To Disney World Now That Your Trip Is Ruined? DFB Video: 8 Things You Need To Be Prepared For In Disney World! DFB Video: The WORST Disney World Restaurants According to Yelp! 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. Welcome back to ANOTHER day of March Magic! ©Disney We’ve been bringing you Disney’s online savings EVERY day this month — and each day, there’s a new special offer! We’ve seen great deals on face masks, t-shirts, towels, cups, and more…but the catch is that each way to save is available for one day ONLY. So let’s see what we’ve got today! Looks like Disney’s throwin’ it back to day 2 of March Magic, because we’ve got another chance to score a free collectible key! This time, our freebie up for grabs is the Up Collectible Key. It features Carl Fredricksen’s house being lifted by colorful balloons. And of course, the iconic Pixar lamp makes up the tip! ©Disney Guys, this is a pretty good deal. The key is normally priced at $12.99, with quantity limited to 2 per guest. But today, you can get it for free with any purchase — no minimum amount required! Just make sure you use code KEYOFFER at checkout. Click Here to Buy the Up Collectible Key! If you’re a key collector — or if you’re doin’ some shopping on shopDisney anyway — make sure to add this to your cart! And stay tuned to DFB. We’ll keep you posted on the latest March Magic deals and any other Disney news! Check Out MORE Disney Discounts! 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 going to grab this key? Let us know in the comments! The post How to Snag Another FREE Disney Collectible Key! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Get a FREE Disney Collectible Key TODAY Only Hurry! Disney Pins Are Buy 1, Get 1 Free TODAY Only! Today Only: Get a FREE Disney Toy! View the full article

Lots of excitement is in store for Disney World in 2021. Cinderella Castle First of all, this year is Disney World’s 50th anniversary! Pretty big deal, right?! Disney’s already released some exciting details, from new costumes for Mickey and Minnie to a celebration that’s over a YEAR long. But there’s more to look forward to in 2021, as changes of all kinds take place in the parks and resorts. Let’s take a look at everything Disney’s confirmed to open (so far) this year! Keep in mind, we’re only mentioning projects that Disney has confirmed will open in 2021. That means we won’t be talking about TRON Lightcycle Run, Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, or Roundup Rodeo BBQ here. But we DID break those projects down here! Now let’s get this show on the road. Do note that the Star Wars hotel website still says 2021, but we are leaving it out of this post since an opening date has not been shared. Screenshot from the Disney World Website Park Icon Mini-Transformations Now, speaking of Disney World’s 50th anniversary, we’re gonna see changes in all 4 parks to mark the occasion! Each park icon — Cinderella Castle, the Tree of Life, the Tower of Terror, and Spaceship Earth, will transform into “Beacons of Magic.” Cinderella Castle will get gold bunting, a 50th anniversary crest, and a glow that, according to Disney, will “sparkle like pixie dust.” ©Disney And get this, the decor is already starting to be placed on the castle!! Cinderella Castle 50th Decor At Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the Tree of Life will sport a warm new glow, while enchanted fireflies dance around it. ©Disney The Tower of Terror at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will glimmer with EARidescence (Guys, Disney made that word up, not us!)… ©Disney …while Spaceship Earth will get new lights shining across the icon’s reflective panels. The end result will look like a starry night sky. ©Disney And while the other 3 transformations will stick around throughout the 18-month anniversary celebration, Spaceship Earth’s new look will be PERMANENT! We’re excited to see how it’ll look next to the new lighting and other changes at the main entrance. Read More About Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration! Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure After following the construction on Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure for what feels like FOREVER, Disney finally announced an opening date: October 1st! Sound familiar? That’s Disney’s 50th anniversary! Yeah, we’re kinda sensing a pattern here. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Area in the France Pavilion The trackless ride is part of EPCOT’s France Pavilion expansion. You’ll shrink to become rat-sized and scurry through Chef Gusteau’s kitchen in Paris! ©Disney We’re already expecting some MAJOR crowds in the park when this attraction opens, so plan early if you want to visit! Learn More About the Opening of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure! La Crêperie de Paris Another part of EPCOT’s France Pavilion expansion, La Crêperie de Paris, is also opening on October 1st! This restaurant will have a table service AND a quick service option, and will serve both sweet and savory crepes by celebrity chef Jérôme Bocuse. La Crêperie de Paris We’ve been following this construction for months, too! Safe to say, we can’t wait until we’re inside to give everything a taste. We’ll keep an eye out for the menu and any more updates to share! Check Out More About La Crêperie de Paris! The Walt Disney World Swan Reserve Let’s take a break from the parks for a bit and head over to some resorts! The Walt Disney World Swan Reserve, a new addition to the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, is opening this year. The Marriott has stated this hotel would open in July, but reservations are currently available for September 1st onward. The Walt Disney World Swan Reserve Guests at the Swan Reserve will get all the perks of a Disney resort, like complimentary transportation and package pickup. It’s also within walking distance from EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios! And if you wanna relax around the hotel, you get full access to the amenities at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin, plus some new features at the Swan Reserve! There will be a new signature Mediterranean restaurant, a grab-n-go cafe, a pool area with a fire pit, and more. ©Marriott We’ve been keeping a close eye on the progress of this resort, from a sneak peek of the rooms to checking out the view from the top of the hotel. We’ll keep you posted with more updates here at DFB! Here’s How to Book a Room at the Swan Reserve! Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Retheme Over at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, we’re seeing LOTS of construction! The monorail station has been demolished, and the lobby and entrance are getting a brand-new look. ©Disney But we’re most excited about the Moana-inspired transformation coming to the hotel rooms. ©Disney We recently shared a sneak peek of the new rooms, and they’re stunning! They feature patterns and textures inspired by Moana. You can even catch a few of the characters hidden among the details! The rooms have all-new furnishings and fixtures, and we can’t wait to see them in person. ©Disney Reservations are now available for these rooms, for stays beginning July 19th, 2021. The rest of the work around the resort should finish up this summer, too! Take a Closer Look INSIDE These Reimagined Rooms! Disney’s Contemporary Resort Refurbishment Just a little ways away, Disney’s Contemporary Resort is getting some work done, too! We’re not seeing quite the same level of construction, but room refurbishments will be taking place. The refurb will affect the Main Tower Guest rooms and will kick off this April. We have very few details about what will be taking place as of right now. Disney’s Contemporary Resort The new rooms should debut this September. We’ll keep you posted as we receive more updates! Read More About the Contemporary Resort’s Refurbishment! Jungle Cruise Reimagining Okay, let’s hop back into the parks for this last one. In Magic Kingdom, the Jungle Cruise is getting a brand-new storyline! Disney has shared that the reimagining will include “new adventures” and the attraction’s “first continuous story.” We’ll get to follow a Jungle Cruise skipper and their unfortunate crew through mishaps at every twist and turn! Concept Art ©Disney Each member of the crew will get their own storyline — we’ll have a birdwatcher, an entomologist, a wildlife painter, and more. As part of their reasoning for the reimagining, Disney noted that they want to make sure the ride is “respectful of the diverse world we live in.” Chances are a few scenes may receive some tweaks, but the Jungle Cruise we know and love (and the puns!) will remain. Concept Art ©Disney Disney hasn’t given a firm timeline for these changes, but they have stated the reimagining will take place later this year. We’ll keep an eye out and keep ya posted! Here’s Everything We Know About the Jungle Cruise Retheme! There sure is a lot to look forward to in Disney World in 2021! We’ll stay on top of these projects and bring you ALL the latest updates. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news! We will continue to update this post as more projects are confirmed in 2021. And just because something isn’t listed here now doesn’t mean it won’t be later. Disney has plenty of time to announce more openings and projects for this year. See which attractions and hotels are CLOSED in Disney World this month — 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. Which of these projects are you most excited for? Let us know in the comments! The post Everything CONFIRMED to Open in Disney World in 2021 first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Take a CLOSER Look at Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Transformation! How Disney World IS (and ISN’T) Prepping For Its Biggest Birthday Yet One of Disney World’s Park Icons Is Getting a PERMANENT New Look! View the full article

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Happy March, DFB friends! Disney Springs A few days ago, we brought you a HUGE list of all the St. Patrick’s day food in Disney World, and we’ve been diggin’ in and trying everything as it pops up in the parks. We’ve gotten cupcakes, bundt cake, and cocktails galore. But Disney’s still rolling out the sweet treats! And in Disney Springs, a minty shake is taking the spotlight. Over at Vivoli il Gelato, they’re ringing in St. Patrick’s Day by featuring their Mint Cookies ‘n’ Cream Shake! You’ll get mint chocolate chip AND cookies and cream gelato with milk, chocolate sauce, crushed cookies, and a cherry. The mint-chocolate treats around Disney World have really impressed us so far this year, so we’ll have to see about this one! This shake is $12. We don’t expect it to stick around long, so if you wanna give it a try, be sure to stop by Vivoli il Gelato! And stay tuned to DFB — we’ll keep you posted with the latest Disney news and updates. Here’s ALL the St. Patrick’s Day Food Coming to Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you going to try this shake? Let us know in the comments! The post A Minty Milkshake Is Now Available in Disney Springs...But Not For Long! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: News: Vivoli il Gelato Debuts Tiramisu Gelato for a Limited Time OMG! There’s Now A Sundae In Disney World That Is Topped With An ENTIRE STICKY BUN! Nutella Brownies? In a Shake? In Disney World? We’ve Got the Details! View the full article

Ready to enjoy some tasty treats with this beautiful view? You’ll want to grab a table at Lamplight Lounge at Disney California Adventure! What a View! California Adventure and Disneyland Park have both been closed since last March. But that’s all about to change! California Adventure is reopening soon for a special ticketed event, and Lamplight Lounge will reopen with it. Want to book a reservation to eat at Lamplight Lounge? Well, you can do that right NOW! Beginning March 18th, Disney California Adventure Park will reopen for a special ticketed event called A Touch of Disney. During the event, guests will be able to walk around the park, take special pictures, shop, and (of course) snack around! Like we mentioned, Lamplight Lounge will be reopening for that event. And you can officially book your reservations online RIGHT now! A Touch of Disney! | ©Disney If you’re hoping to eat at Lamplight Lounge, be sure to book your reservations as soon as possible. We expect they’ll go pretty quickly! There already seems to be a virtual queue to book. Yikes — we’re getting A Touch of Disney ticket flashbacks. ©Disney Keep in mind that a reservation for Lamplight Lounge does NOT provide you with admission into the event — a ticket for A Touch of Disney is also required. But if you want to eat at Lamplight Lounge during the event, reservations are highly recommended. Lamplight Lounge is reopening! Tickets for A Touch of Disney are currently sold out, but we’ll keep ya posted if that changes! They’re priced at $75 each and include admission, parking at the Mickey & Friends parking lot, unlimited downloads of the PhotoPass photos taken that day, and a $25 A Touch of Disney dining card valid towards the purchase of food and non-alcoholic beverages. Lamplight Lounge decor We’ll keep an eye out for more updates about A Touch of Disney and will let you know what we find. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news! Click here to see dates, pricing, and more details about A Touch of Disney! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever stopped by Lamplight Lounge before? Let us know in the comments. The post Dining Reminder: Reservations for Lamplight Lounge in Disney California Adventure Are OPEN first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: You Can Only Visit This Disneyland Spot for FREE for a Few More Weeks PHOTOS: Step Into the Retro ‘WandaVision’ Living Room at Disneyland Resort! Two Major NEW Park Additions Show We’re Even Closer to Disneyland Reopening View the full article

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ order dismisses fines that were issued against people and businesses for violating local COVID-19 laws, including any mask violations. View the full article