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If you were looking for a sign to stay at the most expensive hotel at Disney World, this price tag might be it! Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa is a Deluxe Resort at Disney World, and it is one of the most expensive hotels guests can stay at. It has some great restaurants, and it is in close proximity to the Magic Kingdom. While there is a lot to love about the resort, it might not be in every guest’s budget. There is a hotel discount out right now that makes booking a room here more tempting! Before we talk pricing, let’s recap the discount. Annual Passholders can save up to 40% on rooms at select Disney World Resort hotels this summer! This deal is available on stays most nights from May 1st to July 29th, 2026. You can save up to 40% for stays of 4 or more nights, or save 35% for shorter stays. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa If you are not an Annual Passholder, there is still a way for you to save, too! You can save up to 30% on select Disney World Resort hotels for stays of most nights, May 1st through October 4th, 2026, 5 or more consecutive nights, and up to 25% for stays of 1 to 4 consecutive nights. Grand Floridian Alright, when we ran the numbers to hunt down the lowest price to stay at one of the most popular (and expensive) hotels, this is what we found. For example, on May 25th, you can stay in a resort view room for $520 before tax, using the Annual Pass discount, or with the other discount, it will be $600. If you want a theme park view room, you can find a room for $660 with the annual pass discount or for $762 with the other discount on May 31st. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort The biggest discount we saw was on July 5th through 6th. Annual Passholders can grab a resort view room for $493, while others can pay $569. We will say that this discount is limited, and nights can be hard to find at this resort; again, it is POPULAR. If you are looking to head there this summer, we suggest booking soon. You can contact our friends at Small World Vacations, Inc for a FREE quote. This Disney World deal can save you hundreds of dollars on your summer trip! For more Disney news, be sure to follow us at DFB. 5 Disney World Hotels That Make Early Entry 10X Harder (and 4 You Should Stay at Instead) Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort? Tell us in the comments. View the full article

While you might be distracted by which incredible rides you get to go on, how many characters you get to meet, and what fun snacks you’re going to grab during your Disney vacation, you don’t want to skip figuring out where to stay. ©Disney Disneyland Paris has a few different hotel options, including Disney Sequoia Lodge, which reminds us a lot of Wilderness Lodge at Disney World or the Grand Californian at Disneyland. New details are coming to Disney Sequoia Lodge, and y’all, we’re already booking another trip. At the beginning of 2026, Disney began a major renovation of the hotel. They wanted to improve guest experience while “preserving the hotel’s warm, authentic, woodland atmosphere that has been appreciated since 1992.” ©Disney The first phase of the renovation included the rooms in the five outdoor lodges, located in the heart of a sequoia forest (that sounds magical!). The new artistic direction of the lodge is to pay tribute to the beauty of nature while celebrating many Disney characters who live in the forest. ©Disney There will be three different themes: a design inspired by Bambi (1942), a celebration of Pocahontas (1995), and a design dedicated to the Pixar Studios film Brave (2012). Guests will be able to stay in these renovated rooms in the first quarter of 2027, and the rest of the rooms and other areas of the lodge, such as the lobby, restaurants, shopping, and recreation areas, will be renovated and redesigned progressively. You can stay at the hotel during the renovation. ©Disney It seems like Disneyland Paris has been getting a lot of love lately! Their second gate has recently been renamed Disney Adventure World and has received a makeover, including a whole World of Frozen. Frozen Ever After They also added a Rapunzel-themed ride, which lets you hop in a boat underneath the floating lanterns! GORGEOUS Of course, there is a bunch of new food that we got to dive into, too. New restaurant? Yes, please! We’re so excited for these room renovations! Make sure you keep following Disney Food Blog for more Disney news in your life. EVERYTHING YOU CAN SEE AND DO AT THE NEW DISNEY ADVENTURE WORLD EXPANSION Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you planning a trip to Disneyland Paris? Tell us what you’re looking forward to in the comments. View the full article

Disney World is going through some serious changes right now, especially at Hollywood Studios! ©Disney New lands, rides, and experiences are hitting this park — and some of them will be here before we know it. Whether you’re a Muppets fan, Star Wars fan, or anything in between, you definitely don’t want to miss what’s coming. Disney is set to make HUGE changes at Hollywood Studios this summer, and we’re telling you everything you need to know! Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run is getting a new mission from The Mandalorian and Grogu movie on May 22nd, 2026, and we can’t wait! With the update, we’ll see a new scene with the Mandalorian and Grogu, and they also said we can expect higher-quality graphics. The scenes will also be more interactive, as they can render graphics in real time, making your flight feel more realistic. New missions will be added to Millennium Falcon: Smugglers run in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort featuring the Mandalorian and Grogu. They also wanted to make sure every position on the ride has a great experience, so the engineer, who in the past did not have much to do, will be able to pick the location everyone travels to. We’re excited to see how we’ll be able to pick! Check out more behind-the-scenes details of the upcoming changes! Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets We’re getting closer and closer to the opening of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and we can’t wait to be rockin’ and rollin’ with the Electric Mayhem. While an official opening date has not been announced yet, Disney has shared that the ride will reopen this summer. ©Disney This updated ride will feature an all-new storyline. Disney has shared that Scooter, as band manager, along with the penguin audio engineers, will be working hard to get Electric Mayhem to make it on time to their concert! They confirmed this will be the first time Scooter has ever been imagined as an audio animatronic and that he might not be the only one in the attraction. However, they said we will have to learn more about that at a later date. Learn more about Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets! Walt Disney Studios A brand new area is coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios: get ready to step into The Walt Disney Studios when it opens in phases starting May 26, 2026! Magic of Disney Animation The building that used to be home to Star Wars: Launch Bay will be turning into “The Magic of Disney Animation,” which is inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios and the Roy E. Disney Animation Building. ©Disney And once you go under it to step inside, you’ll be able to interact and explore this fun take on the Disney Animation headquarters, including the different studio departments — and LOTS more experiences and attractions. This area will open in late summer! Drawn to Wonderland Playground The Drawn to Wonderland Playground will provide a whimsical indoor play area for the “youngest animators-to-be!” ©Disney The space will feature an “oversized flower garden with musical instruments, a Mad Tea party playset, and a Tugley Wood exploration area,” based on the original concept art of Alice in Wonderland by Mary Blair. Olaf Draws Disney even teased that here “you’ll even pencil in some time to learn how to draw your very own character sketch” with help from none other than Olaf in Olaf Draws! These classes will actually be led by Olaf and will teach folks how to draw iconic Disney animated characters, with the help of some legendary Disney Animation artists who will help bring the class to life. “Olaf Draws” Concept Art ©Disney Olaf will be a brand-new Audio-Animatronics figure as he welcomes people into a new space, inspired by one of his most memorable moments from Once Upon A Studio, sitting at an animator’s desk, joyfully discovering the art of drawing. ©Disney You may find yourself sketching: Mickey Mouse, with Dan Abraham, director (Once Upon A Studio, Baymax!) Minnie Mouse, with Hyun Min Lee, animator (Frozen 2, The Princess and the Frog) Donald Duck, with Austin Traylor, animator (Once Upon A Studio, Moana 2) Genie, with Eric Goldberg, animator (Aladdin, Hercules) Moana, with Samantha Vilfort, story artist (Encanto, Zootopia 2) Stitch, with Fawn Veerasunthorn, director and head of story (Wish, Raya and the Last Dragon) Olaf, with Trent Correy, director (Once Upon A Studio, Frozen 3) Ursula, with Michael Woodside, animator (Big Hero 6, Encanto) Judy Hopps & Nick Wilde, with Byron Howard director, (Zootopia, Zootopia 2) Off the Page At this unique character greeting experience, guests will meet beloved Disney characters across “six unique departments from the animation studio.” They are as follows: Mulan in Story Rapunzel in Layout (in “a setting inspired by the classic multiplane camera”) Chip n’ Dale in Hand-Drawn Animation Donald and Daisy in CG Animation Goofy in Lighting Stitch in Effects ©Disney You can check out more in the video below: But that’s not all that’s coming to The Magic of Disney Animation! Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live! On May 26, 2026, Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live! will make its debut in the building that housed Play and Dance. (If the show sounds familiar, it’s because it’s currently being presented at Disneyland Resort!) ©Disney We’ll be on the lookout for even more changes coming to Hollywood Studios and beyond this summer. In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more! Every Opening Date Announced for Disney World in 2026 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. 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Okay friends, it’s time to talk about the attraction that has been living rent-free in our heads ever since Disney dropped the announcement back in November 2024 — and honestly, we wouldn’t have it any other way. ©Disney Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets is speeding into Disney’s Hollywood Studios in summer 2026, and we are barely holding it together over here. Disney just revealed the first song announced for this new ride (and we got to hear it!), but the full track list is dropping on April 16th. Ahead of the release, though, Disney dropped a new teaser image — and we can’t help but feel like there are a TON of clues hiding in it! Disney just dropped that the FIRST song for the new Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets retheme has been revealed to be “Song 2” by Blur! We think this is a GREAT choice for the new version of the ride, but it begs the question: Which other songs will we get to hear on this ride?! Disney shared a new teaser image with the announcement, and we can’t help but feel like there are some obvious hints in it. Let’s put our tinfoil hats on and theorize, shall we?! First, we can’t deny the presence of the large Kermit head in the middle. While Kermit isn’t a member of the Electric Mayhem, fans (it’s us, we’re the fans) have been BEGGING for a version of “Rainbow Connection” on this ride, and we can’t help but feel like that might be what this is hinting at. ©Disney There’s also a prominent guitar pick with “LK” on it… could this point to iconic guitarist Lenny Kravitz?? We could easily see his songs “American Woman” or “Are You Gonna Go My Way” as picks for the ride. ©Disney Leopard print was pretty big in the rock world back in the 1980s, so this could just be a stylistic choice… but it could also point to Def Leppard as another potential artist! Considering the band has a popular song called “Animal,” we think they would fit into this ride perfectly! ©Disney Over in the corner, the phrase “Original Idol” appears with a crown above it. We’re a bit torn on this one, because it’s giving off a few different vibes. On the one hand, Kelly Clarkson was the original winner of American Idol and has some rock-heavy songs like “Since U Been Gone,” but it could also be a reference to Billy Idol of “Rebel Yell” fame. Either way, we’re hoping the crown is a reference to Miss Piggy — maybe she will make a cameo as part of this song! ©Disney Up at the top, there’s a sticker that looks like tree roots, which we think is a reference to Philadelphia-based hip hop group The Roots. Considering The Roots’ drummer Questlove has collaborated with The Muppets on multiple occasions, we’re pretty confident in this theory — but we’ll have to wait and see! ©Disney We also got a look at some of the new signage coming to the ride’s queue in the form of show posters, including this one of Dr. Teeth featuring his iconic gold tooth. The Doctor will see you now Zoot is featured as a shoe in this poster, which is an interesting choice if you ask us! Zoot Sgt. Floyd Pepper’s guitar is on fire, which probably isn’t a very good sign — or he’s just hardcore shredding on his guitar, which is fine by us. Sgt. Floyd Pepper reporting for duty Lips will be playing horns 24/7… We can’t wait!! …and of course, Animal will be on the drums! Animal’s drums! We’ll be on the lookout for even more clues and updates about Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets at Disney World. In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more! Check out more Hollywood Studios news at the links below! Uh, Disney? Is This News Something We Need To DECODE?The Monstropolis Update We’ve Been DREADING In Disney’s Hollywood StudiosDon’t Forget! 2 NEW Closures Begin in Disney World This Week6 Big Reasons You Might See an EMPTY Disney World This SummerDisney’s New ‘Monsters Inc.’ Coaster Just Got A BIG Update In Hollywood Studios Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What songs and artists do you think will be featured on this new ride? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

Let’s be real: nobody orders Gaston’s Cinnamon Roll because they were hoping for a light bite. You order it because it’s enormous, covered in icing, and sitting in Fantasyland like a carb-loaded dare. This Magic Kingdom classic has been wrecking park snack plans for years, and if you’ve ever wondered whether it actually lives up to the hype, you’re not alone. A little Q.C….for science This thing is not dainty. It is not subtle. It is not here to support your “maybe I’ll just get a little something” delusion. It is large, sticky, sweet, and fully committed to being the kind of snack that derails your plans in the best possible way. The Warm Cinnamon Roll is at Gaston’s Tavern in Magic Kingdom’s Fantasyland, and the official page literally calls it the tavern’s admired, ooey-gooey signature snack. Frankly, the pastry has PR. Disney snack planning is cute until you’re hot, overwhelmed, deep in Fantasyland, and suddenly forced to make very serious decisions about frosting, popcorn, and whether that line is really worth it. Our Best Snacks guide helps you skip the duds, find the legends, and map out the treats that are actually worth your money, your stomach space, and your snack credits. So if Gaston’s Cinnamon Roll just jumped onto your must-eat list, go grab that guide and let us help you build the rest of your snack strategy like the sugary professionals we are. The Best Disney World Snacks We’ve Eaten So Far in 2026 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Is Gaston’s Cinnamon Roll one of your go-to snacks? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

Attention, Disney friends! Sure, we love staying at Disney World hotels for all the amenities, easy access to the parks, and a whole lot more, but every once in a while, an unexpected issue can pop up that you’re not prepared for. Wilderness Lodge Hotel Luckily, that’s what we’re here for, though! We keep an eye out for everything you might need to know about on your upcoming Disney World trips, and THIS is exactly why we always tell you to pay attention to any signage in your hotel lobby when you’re there! Okay, so here’s the deal, friends. There will be a scheduled power outage at the Wilderness Lodge hotel on Tuesday, April 14th, between the hours of 2 AM and 5 AM. During this time, work will be conducted that will temporarily impact electrical power in the guest rooms. Power outage sign We know, we know — this isn’t ideal. The maintenance window is from 2 AM to 5 AM, which is prime sleeping time for most folks! This is routine stuff, and the good news is that the outage will only last for three hours, and you get a heads up! With that being said, though, there are a few things you might want to keep in mind as you prep for this power outage. Wilderness Lodge lobby Make sure to charge everything up before bed! We’re talking phones, MagicBands, cameras, power banks — anything that requires a charge, make sure you plug it in well before the outage window to make sure you’re prepared and charged up in the morning. Easily charges our devices! Don’t rely on your in-room alarm clock or CPAP machine. If you do use a CPAP or have other medical device needs that require electricity, make sure you speak to the front desk so they can work with you on a solution. While not all Disney World hotel rooms still have alarm clocks, many have Alexa devices with alarm capabilities, so make sure you set a backup alarm on your phone. Hey Disney! Crank that A/C down, baby!!! Your room temperature will likely fluctuate, so it’s not a bad idea to get things cool before the power goes out, so it doesn’t end up getting too hot. Too hot?! In Florida? Nooooo. Thermostat Ultimately, we know this can kind of be a buzzkill, but it just means that Disney is doing maintenance work on the hotel to make sure it’s in tip-top shape for guests. By the time you’re up in the morning, you likely won’t even notice it’s happened! Of course, if you have any specific concerns or needs, make sure you talk to the front desk. Wilderness Lodge We’ll be on the lookout for additional updates you need to know about from Disney World hotels and beyond. In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more. Check out more Disney World hotel news at the links below! NEWS: Planned Power Outage Hits a Popular Disney World Hotel This WeekDisney World EXTENDS Hotel Discount Starting At $92 A NightNEWS: CLOSURE Announced for Disney’s Polynesian Village ResortThis $30 Disney Item Solves the WORST Disney World Hotel ProblemI Stayed at the Luxury Hotel Disney Fans Dream About — 7 Things Impressed Me the Most Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever stayed at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

Have you ever heard of the Chase Disney Visa? It’s a special Disney credit card that comes with different perks, including discounts, special theme park opportunities, and more. The Disney Visa If you’re familiar with the credit card or you even have your own, you should know about this new deal that won’t last for long! If you’ve been eyeing a new piece of Disney merchandise or two, you don’t need to pass up this deal. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. When you’re shopping online, don’t you want to save a little cash? We know that we want to, especially as a group that loves to shop online. Right now, if you have a Disney Visa Credit Card, you can save up to 20% sitewide on the Disney Store website! ©Disney Store This deal isn’t without its stipulations. To get the 20% off, you will need to spend $50 or more. If you’re purchasing for a birthday, treat-yo-self gift, or even Christmas (already), this can be a great way to save. While we do love shopping, this deal won’t last forever! ©Disney Visa This offer ends on April 26, 2026! If you’re shopping big time, you can also get free shipping on orders over $95. You just need to use promo code BLOOMDVCC. Shop before the deal ends! Even if you don’t have an official reason to shop, use this discount as your reason! Spring has arrived, and that’s something to celebrate. Don’t forget to keep following DFB for more Disney news, discounts, finds online, and more. View the full article

This backpack completely changed the way we visit the Disney Parks! Check out these Stanley products! Lugging around water bottles and Disney Parks essentials all day can be an absolute pain. That’s why we went over to Amazon to grab this NEW luxury backpack — and it’s made a world of difference! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. This Stanley backpack comes in handy Stanley Vitalize Backpack The Stanley Vitalize Backpack comes with many compartments, two clip-in cup holders designed for Stanley tumblers/bottles, and is available in a few different colors. Ideal for travelers and parents (or someone who owns A LOT of Stanley products), this backpack could be used as a personal item when flying and can store quite a bit in it. For the theme park parents who carry a lot on them at all times, this bag certainly gives you a leg up. A look inside This bag is on the pricier side, but if your top priority is being lightweight and durable, it’s a smart purchase. It also gives you a lot to work with — cup holders with clips, a compartment towards the bottom meant for shoes, a mini storage area at the top with a clip for car keys, a laptop sleeve, and an interior cup holder for snack containers or more bottles. Everything is safe and secure, and you can go about your day with ease. Stanley Vitalize Backpack If you’re an overpacker and like to bring LOTS of stuff to the parks, this is a great add. It’s so comfortable that we forgot we were wearing a backpack! We will say, this bag is like a Swiss Army knife when it comes to compartments and would be so nice to use in the parks and when traveling, in general. But it is going to be ideal if you own/tend to carry Stanley products, as the water bottle pockets are created with those in mind! They will of course work for other products, but this bag really is ideal for the Stanley fanatics! view ON AMAZON Pair it with this Stanley bottle Stanley cup The Stanley Vitalize Shaker Bottle is insulated and comes with a built-in removable strainer, as well as an extra snack compartment. When paired with the backpack, it’s a natural fit! We will say, this bottle is more ideal if you drink a protein drink in the morning. It’s a really really nice shaker bottle, but it is pricey and won’t keep your drink cold as long as a standard Stanley, an Owala, or a Yeti! So this is really is a purchase if you are looking to drink your protein or greens first thing in the morning. The backpack can store it for ya the rest of the day and you can bring another bottle to keep your water cold! Stanley Vitalize Shaker Bottle Available in multiple colors on Amazon, this shaker bottle is ideal for anyone who uses shakers a lot — especially while on the go. view ON AMAZON We’re continually testing out all sorts of essentials during our Disney Park days, so keep it posted right here at DFB for the latest updates! View the full article

There are so many different ways to experience Disney World. You can plan every second of your adventure, or you can go with the flow. You can try every new snack, or you can bring your own food from home! Drury Plaza Hotel No matter what you want to do, we always recommend starting with a budget before you plan anything else. One of the best ways to save is by picking the right hotel. If you’re quick enough, you can find rooms as low as $92 a night thanks to the Disney Springs Resort hotels! We have all of the details for you right here. If you’ve never stayed at a Disney Springs Resort Area hotel, we have some great news for you! The resort hotels are extending their Spring Time Rate so you can save even more on your next trip to Disney World. These hotels are just walking distance from Disney Springs, and offer several of the same amenities as the other hotels around Disney World. Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels If you’re looking to get great accommodations at a lower price, you’ve come to the right place. Each resort has a different starting rate: Holiday Inn Orlando Disney Springs ($92) Wyndham Garden Lake Buena Vista ($99) DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Orlando ($124) Renaissance Orlando Resort and Spa ($129) Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista ($148) Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando ($162) Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace ($183) Holiday Inn Orlando in Disney Springs These rates are part of the resort area’s Spring Special, which you can only book here through their website. These deals can’t be combined with other offers, and blackout dates do apply. It’s also important to know that these rates don’t include the resort service fees, daily parking fees (if they have those), taxes, or gratuities. Holiday Inn Orlando These rooms aren’t just affordable! They also come with several perks if you’re heading to Disney World. Guests can get perks like: Hourly shuttle service to all four theme parks Early Entry to the Disney theme parks Discounts on rental equipment for all four Disney World golf courses Passport to Savings — Exclusive discounts and special offers from select Disney Springs restaurants, stores, and more. The Drury Plaza Lake Buena Vista These deals won’t last forever! If you want to get in on the savings, you need to book these special rates by June 15th, 2026, and travel by June 30th, 2026. If you’re looking to book a summer vacation or a last-minute weekend, this can be a great way to save. Be sure to keep following DFB for more Disney news, updates, deals, and more. Disney World Brought Back a Game-Changing Hotel Perk — Enjoy It While It Lasts Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever stayed in a Disney Springs resort area hotel? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

We LOVE a good Disney World food hack, and we like to think we’re the experts when it comes to finding ways to make dining on your trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth just a little bit easier. The Patriot’s Platter While Magic Kingdom restaurants aren’t always our favorite, there’s one that’s often a crowd pleaser for many — and because of that, it can sometimes be hard to snag a reservation. BUT! There’s actually a different Magic Kingdom restaurant that’s easier to get into, and it features the SAME exact menu. Soon enough, though, this Magic Kingdom restaurant hack is disappearing! Liberty Tree Tavern is a popular restaurant in Magic Kingdom’s Liberty Square that serves up a Thanksgiving feast all year long. While the menu isn’t anything too exciting, the food here is consistent, crowd-pleasing, and don’t even get us started on the delicious Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake! You can have a Thanksgiving feast year-round at Liberty Tree Tavern But, because this restaurant is so popular, it can be hard to snag a reservation. What most people don’t tend to realize, though, is that a different restaurant in Magic Kingdom has the exact same menu, and is often MUCH easier to snag a reservation for. Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake Also located in Liberty Square, The Diamond Horseshoe has a rich history that blends into the park’s old-timey, Americana vibe. It’s designed to evoke the Wild West saloons of yesteryear, where cowboys would gather for a hearty meal and some entertainment. The restaurant serves up a themed dining experience with unlimited servings of classic American holiday favorites. Think Thanksgiving dinner, but with Disney flair — just like Liberty Tree Tavern. Food at Diamond Horseshoe in Magic Kingdom But, starting next month, you won’t be able to dine at The Diamond Horseshoe, because it’s closing to make way for a NEW experience! The Diamond Horseshoe will temporarily close on May 16th to make way for a NEW experience featuring Toy Story characters as part of Cool Kids’ Summer 2026. Get ready for a rootin’ tootin’ good time as Jessie, Woody, and friends join diners for some “energetic fun” at Jessie’s Roundup! Hi from Woody and Jessie! This experience will feature iconic Toy Story characters, plus crafts, dancing, and maybe even some yodeling! Disney hasn’t released too many details on it, but we’re pretty excited to be able to experience it ourselves once it’s open. Jessie’s Roundup will run from May 26th through September 28th at The Diamond Horseshoe, and while Disney hasn’t officially made any announcements about what’s happening after that, we anticipate that the restaurant will reopen as a full dining experience after that. The Diamond Horseshoe We can’t wait to check out this new experience, and we’ll be bringing you everything you need to know about it as soon as we do. In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more. EVERYTHING You Need To Know About Cool Kids’ Summer 2026 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever eaten at Diamond Horseshoe? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

This might surprise you, but there is about to be MORE construction in Disney World. Aloha, Polynesian Village Resort! 2026 is the year of growth around the Disney Resort! In the theme parks, they’re busy working away at new lands like the Walt Disney Studios, Pueblo Esperanza, Piston Peak, and more. Over at the hotels, there’s quite a bit of refurbishment going on, and Disney’s Polynesian Village is now putting on its hard hat to get in on the fun. Starting very soon, more updates are coming to the Polynesian hotel! Starting on May 11th, the boat dock at the resort will begin routine maintenance. This means the dock will be closed and boat transportation is suspended during the work. The boat dock This is one of the resort’s most popular forms of transportation. It takes guests from the resort to the Magic Kingdom and to the Grand Floridian Resort. Luckily, it will still be pretty easy to get to both of these locations during the closure! To get to Magic Kingdom, resort guests can hop right on the monorail. There is also a walking path, although it might be a bit long for some guests. Monorail at the Polynesian To get to the Grand Floridian, you can either walk to the hotel (which is right next door) or you can also take a quick ride on the resort monorail. Luckily, the closure isn’t going to last for too long! Boat transportation will be suspended from May 11th until June 5th. The boat can get some pretty long lines. The dock refurbishment will last until sometime in late June. This is similar to Disney’s Wilderness Lodge boat dock refurbishment, which began on April 13th, 2026. This isn’t the only work going on at the Polynesian Resort, though. Earlier this month, we spotted that construction is going on at “some areas of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows.” Disney confirmed these areas will be refurbished through 2026. They also warned that guests may see and hear some daytime construction, starting at 9 AM. Polynesian Resort bungalows Portions of the exterior of the Polynesian Village Resort will be undergoing maintenance, which means that your view from ‘Ohana may be impacted. (We’ve experienced this. It wasn’t a ton of fun). Specifically, they noted that views of Seven Seas Lagoon may be partially or fully obstructed during construction. This restaurant is often chosen by diners for its view of Magic Kingdom fireworks shows, so that blocked view is a bummer if it’s the reason you made your reservation. ‘Ohana This resort is super popular, even for guests who aren’t staying the night there! The food, bars, atmosphere, and more make this one a great place to spend time. We’re relieved to see that this boat dock refurbishment isn’t too long, so we can get back on the water in no time. As always, be sure to keep following DFB for more Disney news, updates, and more. We’re Sorry To Tell You, But You Need To AVOID Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Tell us what your favorite Disney resort is in the comments! View the full article

A new travel advisory has been issued by the United States State Department for Colombia. Disney Magic Cruise Ship Travel advisories are typically issued when there are warnings about happenings in countries that travelers need to heed. This new travel advisory does impact a Disney vacation destination, but it could still be worth knowing about for any travel plans you might have in the future. The State Department is urging Americans not to travel to certain parts of Colombia due to potentially unsafe conditions, including crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and natural disasters. A Level 3 alert has been issued for the entire country, with some areas at a Level 4. ©State Dept A “Do Not Travel” warning has been issued for Arauca, Cauca (excluding Popayán), Valle del Cauca (excluding Cali), and Norte de Santander departments due to crime and terrorism. Additionally, the State Department is recommending Americans not travel within 10km/5mi of the Colombia-Venezuela border region due to crime, kidnapping, conflict between armed groups, and the risk of detention. ©State Dept According to the advisory, “Violent crime is common in many areas of Colombia, including murder, assault, and robbery. Other crimes, such as drugging, extortion, kidnapping, and armed break-ins—including at hotels and other places tourists stay—also occur frequently in some regions.” There is also a risk of terrorist violence, per the alert. Colombia Port of Call ©Disney Cruise Line Terrorists in Colombia may attack with little or no warning and target: U.S. government facilities Local government facilities Tourist areas and attractions Transportation centers Shopping malls and markets Military and police facilities Hotels Clubs Restaurants Airports The advisory also warns of political demonstrations that can shut down roads and interrupt travel, along with becoming violent. In addition, Colombia is home to volcanoes that can become active, and the country commonly has earthquakes, along with landslides. The Disney Magic currently sails to Cartagena, Colombia, as part of a Panama Canal cruise. Disney Magic Cruise Ship For reference, below are the different levels the State Department uses as part of these travel advisories: Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution Level 3: Reconsider Travel Level 4: Do Not Travel ©State Department The U.S. Department of State previously issued a worldwide travel warning for Americans, urging citizens to exercise increased caution, especially in the SWANA (Southwest Asia and North Africa) region, also known as the Middle East. Air travel We’ll be on the lookout for additional travel advisories you might need to know about before planning your next vacation. In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest travel news and more. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! View the full article

We’re still raving about our experience on the Disney Adventure, Disney’s newest ship that sails out of Singapore. We’re dining with Mickey and Minnie One of the aspects of sailing that really impressed us, other than the incredible atmosphere and theming of the ship, was all the dining options. There are so many restaurants to explore on this ship, it felt a little overwhelming, but when we saw how stunning the Hollywood Spotlight Club was, we knew we had to make time, and WOW are we glad we did! Are you planning to sail on the Disney Adventure? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Sure, it’s only April, but is it too early to celebrate the holidays? (Don’t answer that). ©Hallmark While we are still many months away from tossing our tree up and singing carols, we are already mentally preparing for what the holidays will look like. Each year, we hang up our Hallmark ornaments and smile at the memories they bring. If you’re an ornament collector like we are, you have to check out the FIRST LOOK at the 2026 Disney Hallmark Keepsake ornaments. If one of your favorite parts of the holidays is the decorations, you’ve come to the perfect place. Ahead of their official drop in July, Hallmark has shared a first look at the new Disney and Star Wars ornaments, and there are SO MANY to obsess over! You can see the Dumbo the Flying Elephant ornament that lights up, moves, and plays music. There’s also the Pixar Pal-A-Round ornament, which also lights up and spins. Even Mickey is getting in on the fun with the Mickey Soarin’ ornament! ©Hallmark Theme park fans will also love these Pirates of the Caribbean ornaments! Each of these ornaments is from a scene in the iconic attraction, and they play music and have light-up features. ©Hallmark There’s also the new Jolly Gingerbreadhouse that has a light show and plays “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy.” The Sledding Season ornament lights up and even plays “Jingle Bells.” ©Hallmark One of the newest items is the My Favorite Disney Memories ornament that lets you record your favorite Disney memories so they never leave you. The new Jungle Cruise ornament puts Skipper Mickey at the helm. ©Hallmark Mickey and Minnie have several new appearances this year with different outfits, including their classic looks, holiday outfits, astronaut uniforms, and even Mickey on his Vespa from those hilarious Mickey Mouse shorts. ©Hallmark The Dreams Go Round Carouel ornament features Ariel, Cinderella, and Jasmine on their own carousel animals. The ornament even lights up and plays 3 different classic Disney songs. ©Hallmark For classic film fans, there are several new Snow White, Alice in Wonderland, and Bambi-inspired ornaments! ©Hallmark You can also find characters like Tinker Bell, Maleficent, Ariel, Ursula, Tiana, and more! If you’re a big fan of villains, it’s important to know that Maleficent in Dragon Form is available in limited quantities. ©Hallmark There are more classic princesses, and their sidekicks as well! If you want the cutest ornaments possible, there are several Precious Moments ornaments inspired by Frozen and Aladdin. ©Hallmark We actually GASPED when we saw these Disney Channel-inspired ornaments! Lizzie McGuire and Suga Mama are two animated characters that we adore. ©Hallmark This wouldn’t be a full Disney collection without some Pixar additions! Mike and Sulley are going to work, Roz speaks, and Lightning McQueen’s wheels even turn on. ©Hallmark There’s even a Toy Story 5 ornament featuring Jessie and Smarty Pants, the new character played by Conan O’Brien. ©Hallmark Has there ever been a Disney collection without Stitch somewhere in it? We think not. Stitch is shining bright while Winnie the Pooh and his pals celebrate together. Officer Judy Hops and Chip n’ Dale look ready for Christmas, too. We’ve held off on screaming too loudly, but there’s even a Kermit as Captain Smollett ornament! Our lives are complete! ©Hallmark Hallmark wouldn’t leave out the Star Wars fans! There are several new ornaments that light up and even play dialogue from a scene in the films. R2-D2 is even going to play “Jingle Bells” for us! ©Hallmark There are several ornaments inspired by the new film The Mandalorian and Grogu, as well as movies like Rogue One. The Darth Maul ornament, specifically, is only available in limited quantities. ©Hallmark You can even grab the Red Five Rebel Pilot Mini Christmas Tree Topper to go along with the Rebel Alliance Mini Christmas Tree Skirt. ©Hallmark Characters from The Nightmare Before Christmas have been forever immortalized thanks to these new ornaments. ©Hallmark Plus, they’ve even considered people who prefer Halloween over Christmas! There are several Halloween-inspired ornaments, including one called the Sanderson Sisters Cauldron. ©Hallmark Plus, Hallmark is bringing back their personalized ornaments so you can make them feel even more like yours. ©Hallmark These new ornaments have made us SO excited to start preparing for the holidays, no matter how early it is in the year. This new collection goes on sale in July, so you can have plenty of time to prepare. As always, be sure to keep following DFB for more Disney finds online. This Hallmark Cinderella Castle Tree Topper Is Our NEW Favorite Thing! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. 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Since their introduction back in 2024, Lightning Lanes have become integral to experiencing Walt Disney World’s theme parks, including the Magic Kingdom. Magic Kingdom However, if you’re going to use Disney’s latest skip-the-line system at the “Most Magical Place on Earth”, there is a strategy you need to keep in mind when booking any of the three types of Lightning Lanes. “Wait, what are the three types of Lightning Lanes? “ Alright, before we get to the Magic Kingdom, first let’s run through the basics of how Lightning Lanes work. There are three primary types of Lightning Lanes available at Walt Disney World: Lightning Lane Multi Pass allows guests to plan ahead of their visit and choose up to 3 Multi Pass experiences and arrival windows in a theme park (7 days in advance of their stay for Disney hotel guests and 3 days in advance for non-hotel guests). Lightning Lane Single Pass allows guests to “Save time in line with a Lightning Lane Single Pass for one of our most in-demand attractions—those not available with Lightning Lane Multi Pass.” Single Passes are eligible to be purchased at the same time as their Multi Pass equivalents. Lightning Lane Premier Pass “allows one-time entry to each Lightning Lane experience in a theme park—to enjoy at your leisure that day,” which can once again be purchased beginning in the same purchase window. ©Disney In other words, for every level of Lightning Lane, Walt Disney World hotel guests have a four-day head start in booking Lightning Lanes, which can be a game-changer, especially for the always busy Magic Kingdom. Booking Your Lightning Lanes Alright, now that that’s clear, let’s talk about what to do when your 7 or 3-day out Lightning Lane window opens. First, let’s talk Single Pass. Two Magic Kingdom attractions — Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and TRON Lightcycle / Run — are eligible for Single Pass. TRON Lightcycle / Run Next up, let’s talk Multi Pass. When purchasing a Lightning Lane Multi Pass for Magic Kingdom, you’ll be able to choose* one experience from this Tier 1 group: Jungle Cruise Peter Pan’s Flight Space Mountain Tiana’s Bayou Adventure You can then choose two – or all three if you so choose – from the following Tier 2 group: The Barnstormer Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Dumbo the Flying Elephant Haunted Mansion “it’s a small world” Mad Tea Party The Magic Carpets of Aladdin The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh Mickey’s PhilharMagic Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor Pirates of the Caribbean Tomorrowland Speedway Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid Which Rides to Choose? So, which rides should you choose? Well, for your Tier 1 attraction, our experts would definitely suggest either the Jungle Cruise or Peter Pan’s Flight, as both of those classic attractions still draw long lines and have limited capacity and slow load times that make standby times longer. Peter Pan’s Flight When it comes to your Tier 2 Lightning Lanes, there are a few directions to go. Let’s start with Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin. In the past, this attraction may not have been “worth” a Lightning lane. However, after reopening following long refurbishment, the attraction features new ride vehicles, new blasters, new changing targets, and a new opening scene complete with original character Buddy. The changes have led to a surge in popularity for the ride, and vaulted it into being “worthy” of Lightning Lane Multi Pass use for the time being. Our new favorite character in Tomorrowland? For your second Tier 2 Lightning Lane, you arguably shouldn’t “waste” Lightning Lanes on attractions with ride systems that allow high hourly throughput like Pirates of the Caribbean, the Haunted Mansion, or “it’s a small world.” However, this is an exception here: You can use them as “burner” Lightning Lanes. “it’s a small world” What’s a Burner Lightning Lane? You see, once you tap into your very first Lightning Lane of the day, the tier rules disappear entirely. That means you can potentially hold three Tier 1 selections at the same time if you play it right. The move is to pre-book one of your three selections on a ride you can hop on first thing in the morning, use it right when you walk in, and let that tap-in unlock the full menu for the rest of the day. And honestly, you don’t have to settle for a ride you’re indifferent about. For example, if you can snag a slot on the aforementioned Haunted Mansion early enough, that’s actually one of our favorite burner picks. It’s popular enough that using it doesn’t feel like a throwaway, and it still frees you up to stack more Tier 1 rides as the day goes on. Haunted Mansion Day-Of Tips Now, you’ve arrived at the Magic Kingdom with your Lightning Lanes – including a “burner” Lightning Lane ready to go. What other daily tips do we have for you? Here are a few of our favorites: A Longer Window: While your reservation will show as “expired” in the My Disney Experience app after that one-hour window, you actually have up to THREE HOURS to redeem it. That’s right – three full hours, which leads us to Stacking. Stacking: Once the first hour of your current Lightning Lane window passes, the app treats it as used for the purposes of booking your next one. That means you don’t have to actually tap in before grabbing your next selection. Meaning you can be holding two selections at once without doing anything sketchy. Keep Checking: Not seeing the Lightning Lane options you were hoping for? This is where our second tip comes in: Refresh the Lightning Lane page on the Disney World app throughout the day. You can use this method after you have made all of your initial selections and confirmed your purchase. This tip can help you find better times for attractions that you have already booked. From the main screen, tap on the selection you are looking to modify the time for and then select “Modify Plan” in the pop-up. You will then be taken to a screen where you can modify the experience by either picking a new time or picking a new experience. On this page, select whatever time the app gives you to modify the selection to (even if it is much later). Then, you will be taken to a screen to review the details of your selection. On this page, find the attraction again, and you will see a “Modify Time” option in blue text. Click on this to see a list of available times. If you’re still not seeing an ideal time, you can repeatedly click “Close” and then “Modify Time” again to refresh the available times. Your selections are only saved for five minutes, but you can continue to refresh the available times, and if the five minutes run out, you can simply back out and come back in. Next time you’re headed to the Magic Kingdom, make sure to have your Lightning Lane strategy picked out beforehand and stay tuned to DFB for more Disney tips. Inside Disney’s Space Mountain: Everything You Don’t See When the Lights Are Out Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. 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The Walt Disney Company recently settled a class action lawsuit that accused the company of inflating streaming prices through its process of channel building. ©Disney | Walt Disney Company Headquarters The settlement was approved by a judge in March and resolves the claims brought by YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream subscribers who alleged Disney violated antitrust laws by forcing distributors to carry bundles of networks as a condition for licensing content. Plaintiffs from five different states brought the class action suit against Disney on behalf of all DirecTV Stream subscribers since April 1st, 2019. YouTube TV subscribers joined the case in October 2023. As part of the settlement, Disney has been ordered to pay $50 — DirecTV and YouTube TV subscribers can make claims for a piece of the settlement. ©DirecTV The Plaintiffs alleged that Disney’s ownership of ESPN has given the Company the power to “set a price floor” when it comes to TV streaming. Specifically, they allege that they’re paying MORE for their subscriptions than they otherwise would have to if ESPN weren’t part of the base package. ©ESPN Disney’s lawyers asked U.S. District Judge Edward Davila to dismiss the pair of consumer antitrust cases back in October 2023, but the judge denied the motion. Plaintiffs’ attorney Yvar Bathaee said that as many as 11 to 17 million people could claim part of the settlement, which includes up to $15.11 million in attorney fees and costs. “We think this meets all the requirements of approval,” said Bathaee. ©YouTube Judge Davila agreed and said the settlement terms were fair, adequate, and reasonable, but had questions about the process for subscribers to make claims. Bathaee said that oftentimes, consumers think the “information cost” is too high. ©YouTube In addition to the settlement approval, Davila also heard arguments on whether two Fubo subscribers can be allowed to continue their case against Disney or be compelled to arbitration. Disney attorney Daniel Petrocelli said that Fubo required its subscribers to agree to its terms when signing up for livestream TV. The terms included arbitration of future lawsuits, but the subscribers argued that they did not enter into a contract with Disney when they signed up for Fubo, as Disney later acquired Fubo. ©Fubo Davila said the motion would be under submission and that he would get an order out shortly; however, that has not yet occurred. We’ll be on the lookout for more Disney lawsuit updates you need to know about and beyond. In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more. See more Disney lawsuit news at the links below. Judge Orders Disney To Pay $50 Million in Streaming LawsuitNEWS: Disney World Files 15 Lawsuits Against Orange CountyLaw Firm Drops Lawsuit Against Disney Over Use of Steamboat Willie in Parody-Style AdsCONFIRMED: 2 New Theme Parks Being Built By Former Disney Imagineers Have Been Permanently CanceledNEWS: Woman Files Lawsuit for Injuries Sustained From Riding Epic Universe Roller Coaster Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Were you part of this class action lawsuit? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

It feels like Disney World is a never-ending construction site right now! Wilderness Lodge in Disney World The parks are undergoing some major renovations, including the addition of a new Cars land called Piston Peak, a Villains Land, and a Monsters Inc. Land! While these changes are pretty exciting, it does mean that the resort is in a bit of an “in-between” period. Not even the hotels are going unscathed! Over at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, a temporary closure has officially begun. If you love that relaxing boat ride from Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort to Magic Kingdom, we have some (temporarily) bad news for you. The resort’s refurbishment of the boat dock has officially begun! As we previously reported, the hotel’s boat dock will be closed and boat transportation suspended from April 13th until May 1st. The closure signs are up! The maintenance to the dock will actually last through late July 2026, but it will only impact boat transportation for a short time. You should be able to use the boat transportation starting on May 2nd, but that is all subject to change. We stopped by the resort to check things out, and Disney is wasting no time! Cast Members were already by the dock working away. The work has begun! This resort’s boat goes between Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground, and Disney’s Contemporary Resort, so if you’re trying to get to these locations during the closure, you’ll have to take alternative routes. Those Disney buses are going to become your best friend! You will have to take a bus to the Magic Kingdom until the boat transportation is available again, but it will be a little tougher to get to the Contemporary. The dock is closed! There won’t be any direct route to the Contemporary hotel, so if you want to stop by, you will need to take a bus to the Magic Kingdom and then walk to the Contemporary or hop on the monorail. While this is unfortunate, we’re relieved to see this is going to be a short closure. As always, be sure to keep following DisneyFoodBlog for more Disney news, updates, and more. We’re Sorry To Tell You, But You Need To AVOID Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What is your favorite Disney resort? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

I don’t know about you, but any day I resist buying a new Disney Loungefly backpack is a good day. There are just SO many incredible designs featuring iconic franchises and characters that it can be hard not to want to buy every single one. ©Disney Well, friends, if you’re anything like me, you might want to hide (or maybe grab!) your wallets because a brand-new Disney Loungefly backpack just dropped online, and it features some iconic characters that will make you want to scream. That’s right, a new Monsters University Loungefly just arrived, and we are obsessed. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get the NEW Monsters University Loungefly backpack before it’s gone! ©Disney Carry all your collected screams in this monstrous mini backpack by Loungefly. This cute collegiate carry-all – covered in Monsters University’s silliest scarers – is made of simulated leather with embroidered ”MU” appliqué letters on the front. Disney and Pixar fans will want to attend class with this sporty pack, knowing they’ll be too ”ghoul” for school! ©Disney This backpack features an all-over Monsters University print pattern that includes Sulley, Mike Wazowski, Randall Boggs, Art, ”Squishy” and ”MU” insignia. There is a double zipper main compartment, Loungefly logo metal pulls, a zip front compartment with embroidered ”MU” collegiate block letters, and adjustable padded simulated leather grain and seatbelt shoulder straps. This bag also has a top carry handle, side slip pockets, and is lined with a Monsters University insignia print pattern! view ONLine We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

What’s better than ending a day at the Magic Kingdom or EPCOT with a viewing of each park’s respective fireworks show? How about watching them from a private boat while floating on the lagoon with snacks in hand and zero crowds? Happily Ever After Yes, it’s a real thing, and yes, it’s a splurge. But if you’re looking for something special (REALLY special), this $499 experience might be one of Disney World’s best-kept secrets. So, What Is a Fireworks Cruise at Disney World? It’s exactly what it sounds like. You board a private pontoon boat with your group — up to 10 guests — for a jaw-dropping view of the fireworks. The viewing of the Magic Kingdom’s Happily Ever After fireworks allows guests to sail the waters of the Seven Seas Lagoon and Bay Lake near Magic Kingdom park—with synchronized audio on board to immerse them in the magic fully. These cruises generally depart from the Boat Nook Marina at Disney’s Contemporary Resort to view Happily Ever After. However, additional pickup locations may be available within the Magic Kingdom area by visiting your Resort concierge or calling (407) WDW-PLAY or (407) 939-7529 after booking your cruise. The Contemporary from the cruise. The cruise to view EPCOT’s Luminous The Symphony of Us parks guests at the International Gateway near World Showcase Lagoon to watch the skies light up. These cruises depart from the Bayside Marina at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts. ©Disney A captain accompanies each cruise and includes assorted snacks and soft drinks. You can book this through the My Disney Experience app or by calling (407) 939-7529. You’ll want to plan ahead: Bookings open 60 days out and tend to fill up fast, especially around holidays or peak vacation weeks. Oh, and if you’re celebrating something — a birthday, anniversary, whatever — let them know! Your boat can be decked out for the occasion. Pontoon Boat for Fireworks Cruise What You’re Paying For Yes, it’s $499 (plus tax), but let’s break that down. The boat fits 10 people, so if you’re going with friends or family and splitting the cost, it comes out to about $50 per person. For a private boat, snacks, drinks, and an uninterrupted view of Disney fireworks — honestly, that’s not bad. Fireworks Cruise Snacks The Experience You can bring drinks (just no glass), and the cruise includes water, sodas, and pre-packaged snacks — plus a cooler to keep everything chilled. Drinks Each boat ride before the fireworks is a whole vibe. You cruise around Bay Lake and the Seven Seas Lagoon, passing by old-school Disney landmarks like the abandoned Discovery Island. Views of Magic Kingdom from the water If you want, you can even connect your phone and play music via Bluetooth during the ride. When it’s showtime, your captain anchors in a perfect viewing spot where you can see the castle and the fireworks. They even pipe in the show’s soundtrack so you get the full experience. And yes — Tinker Bell’s flight is totally visible from the water. It’s magic, plain and simple. It is a great view! Depending on timing, you might also catch the Electrical Water Pageant float by during the Magic Kingdom-area tour, which is a treat for fans of Disney nostalgia. Let your captain know you’d love to see it, and they’ll do their best to make it happen. Electrical Water Pageant If you’re considering one of the fireworks cruise experiences, Disney does have a series of rules for both the Magic Kingdom and EPCOT cruises, including: Full payment is due at the time of booking. In rare instances, fireworks shows may be rescheduled or cancelled. Please refer to the entertainment schedule or the My Disney Experience app to reconfirm the fireworks showtimes 2 weeks before your reservation and again on the day of your reservation. Fireworks are subject to change and not guaranteed. Guests ages 17 and younger must be accompanied by a paying adult. Experiences may be cancelled due to inclement weather, but will still occur in rain and cold. Umbrellas, ponchos, and sunscreen are not provided. Guests ages 12 and younger are required to wear a Disney-provided life vest, and Guests older than 12 years of age are required to have a Disney-issued life vest on board. Reservations are nontransferable and may not be sold or bartered. Allow up to 1 hour and 30 minutes to travel to your destination when traveling within Walt Disney World Resort. You should arrive 1 hour and 15 minutes before the fireworks start time. Guests in wheelchairs/ECVs must walk aboard unassisted. There is a 24-hour cancellation policy. Full price will be charged/forfeited if the Guest cancels within 24 hours or fails to show up for the reservation. Magic Kingdom Fireworks Cruise View While $499 is quite the splurge, it’s undeniable that these fireworks experiences are certainly something unique. No crowds, no stress, no camping out for a fireworks spot. Just a quiet boat, a drink in hand, and a sky full of magic. Whether you’re celebrating something big or just want to end your trip on a high note, this is one Disney extra you’ll want to keep coming back to. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World Experiences. 16 Disney World Secrets Even Locals Don’t Know Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever done a fireworks cruise at Disney World? 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Well, it’s officially happening. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith has officially closed in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and is getting completely reimagined as Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. ©Disney Well, with this actually still BEING Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, the ride still needs some sweet tunes, and well, it’s not like the Muppets don’t have a pretty SWEET band called Electric Mayhem, right? Well, we just attended an event where we got to hear one of Electric Mayhem’s songs that was created JUST for the ride…yep, we got to hear one of the ride’s new songs FIRST. The FIRST song for the new Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets retheme has been revealed to be… “Song 2” by Blur! Honestly, this song makes perfect sense for a roller coaster with its distorted guitar and a whole lot of “Woo-Hoo” going on. We hope that Animal will be doing the Woo-Hoos, personally. Of course, it won’t be the official Blur track being played on the ride, though. Instead, the Electric Mayhem will be treating us to their version of the song! We got the chance to listen to it as part of the Electric Mayhem Listening Experience, and we think you’re going to LOVE it! This is a brand-new recording of the song, so everything you hear — the vocals, guitar, bass, and drums — is all new. Animal’s drums! The ride is getting a brand new Muppets story. Here’s what’s going on: G-Force Records is officially under new management — Scooter’s uncle, real estate tycoon and owner of the Muppet Theatre, J.P. Grosse, is now officially in charge. And YOU, well, you’ve been invited to take a VIP tour of the brand new G-Force Records. G-Force Records is getting a makeover So you step into the recording studio, and Electric Mayhem is super busy just rocking it out. There’s just one big problem: they have a big concert to get to, but they just can’t stop jamming, and the penguin audio engineers are recording it all! Scooter is doing his best to convince them they need to hit the road, and that’s where you come in: you need to get Electric Mayhem to their concert in time. ©Disney That’s where the ride on the stretch limo begins…and the music starts. Well, we just attended the Electric Mayhem: The First Listening Experience, where we got to hear one of the NEW songs the Electric Mayhem will be performing for the new ride. We were even treated to fun Electric Mayhem-inspired backdrops to celebrate the ride’s music. Sgt. Floyd Pepper reporting for duty Each of the banners we got to see will be posters in the queue of the new attraction, too! We can’t wait!! There will be multiple tracks for this ride overall — just like the original version. The full tracklist is being revealed on April 16th, and you can be sure that we’ll be sharing that news as soon as it’s announced! What other songs do you think will be part of this newly reimagined ride? Let us know in the comments what you’d want to hear!! Animal in Manhattan! We can’t wait for everyone to hear the new music for the ride, and of course, we can’t wait for the ride to open to the public this summer, so we can experience the ride in its entirety. We’ll keep sharing more details about the new ride and its reopening with you, so stay tuned to DFB for more. 6 Songs We’re BEGGING To Hear on Disney World’s NEW Muppets Roller Coaster Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be checking out Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets this year? Let us know what you hope to see and hear in the new ride 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 the Electric Mayhem Listening Experience. 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. 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It’s time to celebrate one of our favorite water bottles of all time, and we are being incredibly serious about this! ©Owala The Owala water bottle is turning 6 years old, and the company feels like it’s time for a vacation. That’s why they’re dropping a new collection that’s beach and sunshine ready! If you’re like us and love to add to your own collection, you need to see these new designs! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Summer time is almost here, and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate! We can already feel the sunshine on our face, our feet in the sand, and the cool water we’re sipping on straight from our Owala. Coastal Bohemian ©Owala This is the first of the collection’s more “quiet” options! This design features interlocking features like palm trees, suns, sea shells, oysters, and more. It’s a soft pink color and features the famous FreeSip spout that lets you sip or swig. The lid is leak-proof and comes with a carrying handle, making it easier to take on the go. It has triple insulation, so your drinks will be cold for hours! Shop on Owala Coral Cabana ©Owala Next up, we have the 40-ounce Coral Cabana design! This design is about feeling quieter and more relaxed. The overall pattern is soft stripes with bits of coral and starfish scattered across it. This cup is also stainless steel and triple insulated. It has the classic Leakproof Lid and sip or swig qualities. It’s also BPA, lead, and phthalate-free! Shop on Owala Go Halvsies ©Owala The team described this water bottle as the collection’s wild card! This cup stands out amongst the collection due to its dark colors and big pattern design. This unexpected bottle features a King Crab, “Flying Fish,” and more unique characters. This bottle was designed for both kids and adults to love. It’s a 32-ounce free sip bottle with the features we love. Plus, it has a dishwasher-safe lid and a hand-washable cup! Shop on Owala Just Ripe ©Owala If you’re looking for something playful and punchy, you should check out the new Just Ripe design! This soft yellow color has tons of fruits peppered across the cup, including bananas, papayas, dragon fruit, and more. This is a 24-ounce Free Sip bottle with the classic triple insulation, leak-proof lid, and Free Sip Spout. We think this can be a great way to get your water and fruits in this summer! Shop on Owala Rolling In ©Owala This is the most beachy of the entire collection! This cup is inspired by the rolling waves of the calming ocean. The colors go from the deeper blue waters to the sand beaches! This FreeSip bottle is 24 ounces and comes with all of the things we love about the cups. Not only is it super functional, but it’s also a good reminder to take a deep breath and relax your shoulders. Shop on Owala Vacation Mode ©Owala Is there anything better than a vacation? We honestly think no. This bottle design was inspired by being outdoors! From the pickleball court to golfing with friends, this design is perfect to match your bright outfit! We honestly think that we own a two-piece set that looks just like this green, pink, and white design. It’s a 40-ounce FreeSip that will make people notice you throughout your travels. Shop on Owala Vintage Surf ©Owala This last design is focused on keeping it classic! This vintage-inspired design features waves, palm trees, surfboards, and more. This 30-ounce Free Sip Sway bottle was designed with guys in mind, so the design is a bit more muted and casual. You’ve still got that triple insulation, FreeSip lid, leak-proof design, carrying handle, and more. Shop on Owala We are seriously in love with this collection, and we can’t wait to celebrate the popular brand’s birthday! Don’t forget to keep following DFB for more new collections and finds online! View the full article

These Disney World tips, tricks, and secrets might be under-the-radar, but they will still make a BIG impact on your upcoming vacation. Magic Kingdom’s Cinderella Castle Let’s get into it! Check out our video below: 15 Small Secrets That Will Completely Change Your Disney World Trip 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! And stay tuned for more theme park news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of this video? Tell us in the comments. View the full article

It has been a whirlwind few months for Disneyland Paris with the official opening of the NEW Disney Adventure World. This newly renamed park (formerly known as Walt Disney Studios Park) recently underwent a massive expansion and retheming to include lands like the new World of Frozen and Adventure Way. ©Disney We were lucky enough to visit Disney Adventure World and had a great time exploring all the new rides, restaurants, shops, and more, but there are still some parts of this expansion that have not opened yet, including a new Up-themed ride. Disney has just announced the name and opening timeline for this ride — get ready for Wilderness Explorers Sky Swings coming in 2027! Disneyland Paris has just announced that the new Up-themed ride, Wilderness Explorers Sky Swings, will officially open at Disney Adventure World in 2027! This family-friendly ride will be an all-new swinging attraction, and it will be the first ride themed after Up in any Disney park! ©Disney From the concept art, it looks like riders will be flying through the sky like Carl and Russell. Imagine the view of the park you’ll be able to get from the heights of this ride! Wilderness Explorers Sky Swings will have us truly feeling like “adventure is out there,” and we can’t wait to experience it. Disney shared some new images of Imagineers working on the ride as well, which you can see below. We think this one will be a hit! ©Disney When it opens, the ride will be located across from the new Tangled ride, Raiponce Tangled Spin. Both rides can be found in the Adventure Way section of this new park expansion, which will also be near a Lion King-themed ride in a NEW Lion King-themed land! We’ve been geeking OUT over the new Lion King ride coming to Adventure World’s new Lion King-themed land. The log flume ride will tell Simba’s story in a new way and will feature some of the most iconic songs from the animated film The Lion King. This will also be the very first Lion King land and ride in any Disney theme park, which is SO exciting. Concept art of the Lion King ride coming to Disneyland Paris. The new Lion King Land will have you exploring the Pride Lands with new areas of dining, shopping, and attractions. There will be characters, and the land will be set at Pride Rock. Of course, the ride will feature some of the most iconic songs from the animated film. The ride will also feature some of our favorite characters like Simba, Timon, Pumbaa, and more! Timon, Pumba, and Simba at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort We’ll be on the lookout for additional updates about Wilderness Explorers Sky Swings and more from Disney Adventure World. In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more! Check out more Disney Adventure World news at the links below! Opening Timeline and Name Revealed for Disney’s FIRST-EVER ‘Up’ RideDFB Guide: The ULTIMATE Guide to Disneyland Paris — Plus BRAND NEW World of FrozenIf I Had a Nickel for Every Viral Disney Animatronic Problem This Week…I’d Have Two NickelsREVIEW: Is This New Disney Restaurant Overhyped? We Found Out.REVIEW: Disney’s New ‘Frozen’ Themed Restaurant Just Threw Us for a Massive Loop DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO Will you be heading to Disneyland Paris to check out the new Up ride when it opens? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

Universal just gave theme park fans a lot to look forward to. ©Universal The company has officially confirmed a staggering 31 attractions, rides, shows, meet-and-greets, and interactive experiences across the seven themed lands of Universal Kids Resort, the brand-new family-focused theme park set to open in Frisco, Texas, in 2026. That number alone signals how seriously Universal is treating this project, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most packed opening-day lineups we’ve seen from any theme park in recent memory. Here’s a full breakdown of what’s coming. A Park Built for Younger Guests (But Not Only Them) Universal Kids Resort is smaller in scale than Universal’s flagship parks, and that’s entirely intentional. The entire experience is designed with young children in mind, with lower height requirements, gentler ride profiles, and immersive environments that feel approachable rather than overwhelming. ©Universal That said, the sheer density of what’s been confirmed suggests there’s plenty here for parents and older siblings to enjoy alongside the little ones. With seven uniquely themed lands, the park covers a remarkable range of beloved IPs from DreamWorks properties like Shrek, Trolls, and Puss in Boots to Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants and Netflix’s Gabby’s Dollhouse. Shrek’s Swamp Has a Ride and a Water Play Area DreamWorks’ Shrek’s Swamp is one of the most well-rounded lands confirmed so far. The anchor attraction is Shrek and Fiona’s Happily Ogre After, a family ride that takes guests through the love story of an ogre and a princess. ©Universal The second offering, Shrek’s Swamp Splash and Smash, is a water play area built for Shrek’s triplets, featuring two separate play zones designed for younger kids. ©Universal It’s a solid mix of ride-based and non-ride fun, which is smart design for a park targeting this age group. SpongeBob’s Bikini Bottom Is the Most Attraction-Dense Land in the Park Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants Bikini Bottom is packing in six confirmed attractions, making it the single most packed land in the park. Jellyfish Fields Jamboree is a floating ride that has guests catching jellyfish above the coral alongside SpongeBob himself. ©Universal Barnacle Bus offers a slower, sightseeing-style tour through Bikini Bottom with familiar characters and locales along the route. ©Universal Bobbing Barrels is a spinning water ride where guests blast water alongside Patrick Star or Sandy Cheeks. Mrs. Puff’s Boating School puts riders behind the wheel of an undersea vehicle, with spins, swerves, and reverse maneuvers built into the course. ©Universal Rounding out the land is a SpongeBob character meet-and-greet featuring SpongeBob, Patrick, Squidward, and Sandy, plus interactive splash zones for kids. Minions Brings the Water-Soaked Chaos You’d Expect Illumination’s Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club is leaning fully into the water battle premise. ©Universal The Yellow and Purple Minions face off across two confirmed experiences: Bello Bay Cruise, a rapids ride that drops guests into the middle of the chaos, and Bello Bay Golf Cart Derby, a spinning vehicle ride built around a runaway golf game. ©Universal Guests should plan for the splash factor here, as Universal has been upfront that this area is water-soaked by design. Character meet-and-greets with the Minions and interactive play zones round out the land. Jurassic World’s Land Includes a Baby Raptor Meet-and-Greet Jurassic World Adventure Camp is home to three rides, a sensory garden, play areas, lookout towers, and a meet-and-greet with a baby raptor. Universal hasn’t done anything quite like that at its other parks, and it’s a smart addition that gives this land a clear differentiator. ©Universal The rides include Jurassic World: Cretaceous Coaster, a family coaster themed around tracking down a missing ankylosaurus named Baby Bumpy. Pteranodrop takes guests skyward for gentle drops and dips meant to mimic pteranodon flight. ©Universal Mr. DNA’s Double Helix Spin is a classic spinning pod ride that rounds out the trio. The land also features paddock play areas and a sensory garden, which is a pretty thoughtful inclusion for guests with sensory sensitivities. TrollsFest Has Rides, a Dance Party, and More DreamWorks’ TrollsFest is billed as a round-the-clock glitter party, and the confirmed lineup backs that up. ©Universal Rhonda’s TrollsFest Express is a coaster-style ride aboard an Armadillo Bus that weaves through the land with Branch and Poppy. Hair in the Clouds is a balloon ride that lifts guests above TrollsFest for a colorful aerial view. ©Universal The King Trollex Techno Dance Party is a live musical celebration with a disco ball and high-energy music hosted by the party-loving King Trollex himself. Two interactive play areas, Poppy’s Playland and Trolls Critter Crawl, give younger guests even more to do. ©Universal Character photo ops with Poppy and her crew are also confirmed. Puss in Boots and Gabby’s Dollhouse Round Out the Lineup DreamWorks’ Puss in Boots Del Mar features a swing ride called Swings Over Del Mar, which carries guests high above a festive kitty adoption day celebration alongside Puss in Boots, Perrito, and Mama Luna. ©Universal The land also includes Mama Luna’s Adopt a Kitty Day!, a live show with puppet performances and some Spanish-language moments worked into the fun. ©Universal An interactive games area and a Puss in Boots character meet-and-greet complete the experience. Finally, Isle of Curiosity, located near the park’s entrance, serves as the home base for Gabby’s Dollhouse content, with a character meet-and-greet featuring Gabby and friends and an epic dance party to welcome guests into the park. ©Universal One More Thing Worth Noting What’s impressive about this confirmed lineup isn’t just the volume of experiences; it’s how intentionally Universal has structured each land. Nearly every area includes a mix of rides, character interactions, play spaces, and entertainment. That kind of layering means families won’t be standing in line for one big ride and then running out of things to do. Height requirements and additional ride details are already available on Universal’s official website, so you can start planning ahead right now. ©Universal We’ll be keeping a close eye on everything Universal Kids Resort-related as the 2026 opening approaches, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest updates as they come in. Forget Halloween Horror Nights. Universal Horror Unleashed Is the Scariest New Attraction in America Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Which of these experiences are you most excited to check out when Universal Kids Resort opens? Let us know in the comments! View the full article