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Welcome back, DFB friends! It’s Gertie! We had a pretty awesome day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios — and in fact, we invited you along with us! But we also made sure to check out all the shops, food spots, and more to make sure we keep you up to date on everything going on there! Hollywood Studios Food Updates Hollywood Scoops No, we didn’t get any ice cream (although the weather has been perfect for it). But we did notice that Hollywood Scoops wasn’t open earlier in the morning… . Closed? So what’s up with that? Well, we’ve seen it closed some mornings before, but it is open most of the time we go! We Just Upgraded Our Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich in Disney World! Anaheim Produce If you’re wanting to get your drink on in the morning, Anaheim Produce still has the cans of Bloody Mary available. Bloody Mary in a can We won’t judge you — it’s always happy hour somewhere! Review: One of Our Favorite Drinks Is BACK in Hollywood Studios Toy Story Land Cart Being a toy in Andy’s backyard can get a little stressful, ‘ya know? And sometimes you just need a Margarita. Luckily, the margaritas are back! Cocktails? Yes, please! Okay, maybe we’re just making an excuse to have a margarita. EPCOT Went HARD for National Margarita Day BaseLine Tap House Over at BaseLine Tap House, the cider has returned — we repeat, THE CIDER HAS RETURNED. Cider is back! However, when we were there, it wasn’t quite ready to be ordered yet (it was coming out all foam, and honestly we probably wouldn’t have minded drinking cider foam, but they wouldn’t let us). The bartenders said it would be ready soon, and that we were probably the millionth guest to ask about it. REVIEW: We Tried the BOOZY Spiced Surabat Cider at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney World 50’s Prime Time Diner We put on our best retro WandaVision outfit and headed over to 50’s Prime Time Diner to see what dining is like with the new face mask policy that only allows guests to remove masks when actively eating or drinking. We’re in an episode of WandaVision! Our experience is that a Cast Member told us about the new policy as we sat down, and most guests were leaving their masks on at least until receiving their drink order. Here’s Our Experience with Disney World’s New Restaurant Mask Policy Hollywood Studios Merchandise Updates Celebrity 5&10 Okay, so we might’ve stared at the Beauty and the Beast Snowglobe for a long time waiting to see if any petals fall off — they didn’t (whew!). But this beautiful rose is now available at Celebrity 5&10 for $69.99. Beast’s rose… We also stepped into the Twilight Zone to see the Tower of Terror Bellhop Hats here. These can also be found at Tower Hotel Gifts for $21.99. Bellhop Caps! Speaking of hats, we found a few new baseball caps, including this Camouflage Mickey Hat… Camo cap! …and this “Amazing” Spider-Man Hat. This cap is amazing You saw what we did there, right? These hats are $27.99 each. What Happens When You Cross A Mermaid, an Alien, and More On Disney Hats? Sunset Couture So it must be baseball cap season because we found two MORE new hats at Sunset Couture. There’s a pretty Ariel Hat that’s got us singing “Part of Your World.” We want to be part of your world There’s also a Stitch Hat with our favorite alien experiment on it! Weird, but cute. Same, Stitch, same. Both hats are $27.99 each. Show Off Your Love for Disney Treats with New Foodie Hats Online! Hollywood Studios Other Updates Beauty and the Beast Live Theater We discovered that the Beauty and the Beast Live Theater is now open — for extra seating. New seating area FTW! We miss the show, but it’s nice to have another place so sit down at Hollywood Studios and relax for a while! Eat and Relax at a CLOSED Theater at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! That’s all the time we had for Disney’s Hollywood Studios! We’ll be back soon with even more updates. Until then, stay tuned to DFB as we make our way around Disney World giving YOU the latest updates! DFB Video: 25 Secrets You Never Knew About Hollywood Studios Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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 to Hollywood Studios recently? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney's Hollywood Studios Really Likes Baseball Caps and Booze first appeared on the disney food blog. 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At this point, we might as well go ahead and hashtag it: #BargeWatch2021. It’s become a near-daily habit of ours to stroll around World Showplace Lagoon in EPCOT, zooming in on our phone cameras to monitor the construction progress on Harmonious, Disney World’s latest and greatest nighttime spectacular! Harmonious Centerpiece With each new development on one of the barges in the lagoon, we do a little happy dance! And today, we spotted new arms on the centerpiece barge! Clearly, there’s a TON happening in EPCOT these days, but few updates are as central and visible as the steady development of Harmonious in the middle of World Showplace Lagoon. Harmonious Barges What’s sure to be a game-changing nighttime spectacular, befitting Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebrations, continues to take shape, as we’ve recently seen the addition of more barges, new technology, and new testing! For the latest installment of #BargeWatch2021, we spotted the addition of a new arms on the over 6-story tall ring-shaped centerpiece barge! Harmonious Barge We can’t wait wait to see what these arms will do in the show! Harmonious Barge But considering that this mighty barge is designed to display a high-density water curtain with various elements like lights and fountain fixtures, we can only assume it’ll lend a hand with one of those things! New Harmonious Barge Arms For now, though, suffice to say that we’re getting more and excited by the day to see this thing come together. Harmonious Barge As usual, we’ll continue to keep our eyes peeled for more Harmonious happenings, and keep you posted on breaking barge news! PHOTOS & VIDEO: Harmonious barge’s arm begins testing 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do YOU think these new barge arms will function as? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Harmonious Keeps Taking Shape in EPCOT With a Centerpiece Upgrade! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Pics! See EPCOT’s Harmonious Construction from a Bird’s Eye View! UPDATE! EPCOT’s Nighttime Spectacular Harmonious Continues to Make Progress! PHOTOS: Take a Peek at the Tech Being Used for EPCOT’s New Fireworks Show View the full article

With the steady rollout of the various COVID-19 vaccines across the country, it’s only a matter of time before it becomes available to everyone…but when? Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Crowds As the vaccine becomes available to different age groups, Dr. Anthony Fauci announced that elementary school children will likely be able to get the vaccine early 2022. While seniors and essential workers have been some of the first to receive their COVID-19 vaccines, the nation’s leading epidemiologist recently said on “Meet the Press” that younger groups — namely, kids in elementary school — will be able to get vaccinated by early next year. Gideon’s Face Mask According to CNBC, the reason it’s a little ways off is simply because scientists need to conduct more studies to guarantee safety for young children, as two of the three currently available vaccines are only approved for adults. Face Mask Signs “If you project realistically, when we will be able to get enough data to be able to say that elementary school children will be able to be vaccinated, I would think that would be, at the earliest, the end of the year, and very likely the first quarter of 2022,” Fauci said in the interview. Face Mask Signage The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine can be given to anyone 16 and older, but currently eligibility for younger people is restricted to those with underlying health conditions or other criteria. Toy Story Land Fauci also said that high school students will likely receive vaccines in the fall around the time that school begins. Fauci says he’s “not sure it’s exactly on the first day school opens, but pretty close to that.” Darth Vader Face Mask We’ll continue to keep you updated on COVID-19 vaccine news, and how it relates to your future Disney trips. Why a Vaccine May Not Be The “Cure” That Disney World Needs Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you waiting for the vaccine before planning a Disney World trip? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Elementary School Kids Could Receive COVID-19 Vaccine in Early 2022 first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: The FDA Authorizes Moderna’s COVID-19 Vaccine Pre-Registration Events for the COVID-19 Vaccine Now Available in Osceola County NEWS: First COVID-19 Vaccines Arrive in Florida View the full article

It’s that time again! We’re checking out the weekly wait times! Frontierland Crowds Wait times were low for a while, but last week we saw that crowds are certainly returning to Disney World. This week, times have remained pretty high, and with Spring Break around the corner, we don’t expect them to go down anytime soon. Without further ado, let’s check out the average wait times this week in ALL four parks! Magic Kingdom Last week, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train had the longest wait in Magic Kingdom and in all of Disney World. It continues the winning streak with 73 minutes. It only went down by 1-minute this week, so this attraction is still pretty busy! Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Wait Time Other wait times for thrill rides include Space Mountain and Splash Mountain averaging 44 minutes (which is 19 minutes lower than last week for Splash), and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad averaged 51 minutes. Last week, Splash Mountain jumped up by 20 minutes, and this week it went DOWN by 19 minutes! This is one of the few rides that really depends on the weather. Other high wait times include Pirates of the Caribbean at 52 minutes, and Jungle Cruise and “it’s a small world” at 40 minutes. Pirates of the Caribbean Line Attractions with wait times in the 30s include and Peter Pan’s Flight and Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin with 36 minutes, Astro Orbiter at 37 minutes, Prince Charming Regal Carrousel at 39 minutes. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Rides with average waits in the 20s include Mickey’s PhilarMagic and The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh with a 25-minute wait time, Under the Sea — Journey of the Little Mermaid at 21 minutes, Haunted Mansion at 23 minutes, and The Barnstormer at 24 minutes. Haunted Mansion With waits in the teens, we saw The Magic Carpets of Aladdin at 18 minutes, Mad Tea Party and Tomorrowland Speedway at 16 minutes, and Dumbo the Flying Elephant at 17 minutes. Tomorrowland Crowds An attraction with a pretty short wait time is the Carousel of Progress and Country Bear Jamboree at 12 minutes. Country Bear Jamboree Just like the weeks before, there were a handful of attractions with zero minute wait times, including Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse, and Enchanted Tiki Room. The Hall of Presidents is currently under refurbishment. Swiss Family Robinson The crowds are certainly picking up in Disney World, and these wait times in Magic Kingdom reflect that! 2 Fan-Favorite Magic Kingdom Attractions Have NEW Souvenirs! EPCOT Test Track continues to have the longest wait in EPCOT this week at 58 minutes. This wait time only went WAY down, since it was a 71-minute wait last week! Nevertheless, it is still the longest in the park. Test Track Line Other popular attractions like Soarin‘ (43 minutes), Frozen After Ever (36 minutes), and Mission: SPACE (33 minutes) also had average wait times that went down by a bit. Mission Space The rest of EPCOT saw fairly average wait times as usual, including Spaceship Earth with 21 minutes, Journey Into Imagination with Figment with 17 minutes, The Seas with Nemo & Friends and the Gran Fiesta Tour with 11 minutes, and Living with the Land with 9 minutes. Living with the Land Just like past weeks, all of the films in EPCOT had a zero minute wait, which includes Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival, Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, Awesome Planet, Impressions de France, and Reflections of China. American Adventure. American Adventure Pavilion As EPCOT wait times tend to do, these attractions only fluctuated a little bit this week with the exception of the popular rides. Even though the Festival of the Arts ended on Monday, the wait times for attractions went way down. This could possibly be because EPCOT is between festivals so people are waiting to visit until the 2021 Flower and Garden Festival debuts. Where to Find Every Flower and Garden Topiary in EPCOT Disney’s Hollywood Studios The longest wait time in Disney’s Hollywood Studios is now Tower of Terror with 69 minutes. This time took the top spot from Slinky Dog Dash, who had an average of 66-minutes this week. Slinky was above Tower of Terror last time, but that didn’t last long. Tower of Terror Wait Time Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run was not far behind with 59 minutes. Other longer average wait times in this park include Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at 49 minutes, and Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster averaged 42 minutes. Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Below those times we’ve got Star Tours at 35 minutes, Alien Swirling Saucers averaged 30 minutes, Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy averaged 29 minutes, and Toy Story Mania averaged 34 minutes. Alien Swirling Saucers Muppet*Vision 3D saw an average wait time of 28 minutes which makes it the lowest in the park. Keep in mind that Rise of the Resistance is not included in these numbers due to its virtual queue. A New WandaVision Tee and Avocado Boxers Arrive in Hollywood Studios Disney’s Animal Kingdom Both attractions in Pandora — the Land of Avatar continue to dominate Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Flight of Passage has become a super long wait again at 61 minutes this week, but Na’vi River Journey took the crown with 69 minutes. Last week, Flight of Passage was on top, but the slow-loading boat ride is the longest in the park again. Na’vi River Journey Dinosaur had an average wait time of 37 minutes, Kilimanjaro Safaris had an average wait time of 30 minutes, Expedition Everest had an average wait time of 18 minutes, and It’s Tough to Be a Bug had an average wait time of 20 minutes. Giraffes! Triceratop Spin continued to have the shortest wait time in the park of 6 minutes. Kali River Rapids is currently under refurbishment. Disney’s Animal Kingdom This week’s average wait times stayed just as high as last week! These times are very similar to the ones we saw around Christmas, and We hope this look at average wait times helps those of you prepping for a Disney trip soon. Stay tuned to DFB, and check for our weekly wait times next week! Disney World Park Pass Reservations for March are Filling Up AGAIN Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you planning to visit Disney World anytime soon? Let us know in the comments! The post Spring Break Crowds Are ALREADY in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. 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From face mask reminder signs to plexiglass on rides, Disney World certainly looks a lot different these days! Another increasingly familiar fixture in this new normal? Floor markers! Kilimanjaro Safaris These social distancing cues keep popping up EVERYWHERE, but the newest floor markers at Kilimanjaro Safaris aren’t for distancing. In previous months, the loading zone at Kilimanjaro Safaris was a bit…chaotic. Without very clear floor markers, Cast Members had to point towards specific rows and try to keep the crowds as organized as possible. Kilimanjaro Safaris Line Considering how bottlenecked this particular loading area can get, it felt a bit like herding a stampede of wildebeest, and anyone familiar with The Lion King can attest, that ain’t easy! Kilimanjaro Safaris Line But now things are MUCH easier — and safer! — thanks to NEW numbered floor markers! Kilimanjaro Safaris Floor Markers Now, for each of the nine rows leading to the ride vehicles, there are very clear, corresponding numbers. When a Cast Member gives you a row number, you no longer have to guess if you counted correctly! Floor Markers It’s much easier for Cast Members to articulate where guests should go and where to stand, with the added bonus of speeding the whole loading process along much more smoothly! Kilimanjaro Safaris Floor Markers We’ll continue to update you on any additions to attractions in Disney World — no matter how big or small — so stay tuned to DFB! Disney World updates social distancing policies for large groups 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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 Disney World ride makes you feel safest? Let us know in the comments! The post A NEW Addition Makes Riding Kilimanjaro Safaris EASIER in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: PHOTOS: Kilimanjaro Safaris is Borrowing Line Space From Another Attraction Again in Disney World! These 10 Disney World Attractions Need An In-Ride Photo or Video ASAP! CUTE ALERT! A Baby Giraffe and Aardvark Have Joined the Family at Disney’s Animal Kingdom View the full article

Who doesn’t love a good brunch?!? Breakfast Skillet 2020 Well, Disney obviously does because they are using it to celebrate the next holidays coming up! Even though it feels like Valentine’s Day just ended, it seems Disney is skipping St. Patrick’s Day and moving on to Easter and Mother’s Day. Two Disney World Resort restaurants will be offering a returning holiday brunch! You’ll find this holiday brunch at Whispering Canyon Cafe in Disney’s Wilderness Lodge… Whispering Canyon Cafe …and Ale & Compass at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. Ale & Compass The brunch is returning to both restaurants, but there are some new menu items for each this year! Over at Whispering Canyon Cafe, guests can choose between Brunch Cocktails, Juices, and Press Pot Coffee. For the All-You-Care-to-Enjoy meal, guests will get a Brunch Skillet with Pastries, Mickey Waffles, Pulled Pork, and more! ©Disney At Ale & Compass, guests can choose from a selection of Brunch Cocktails, Juices, and Press Pot Coffee. The All-You-Care-to-Enjoy meal includes Blueberry-bacon Pancakes, Breakfast Protein Bowl, Shrimp and White Cheddar Grits or Main Lobster Roll. ©Disney If you’re going to be at Disney World for either of these holidays, there is now another way to celebrate! We recommend making a reservation since it will likely fill up. The menus do not list specific dates for the brunch, but in the past they have been on the holiday only. We’ll continue to update you on the latest Disney food news, so stay tuned to DFB! NEWS: A New Mask Policy Will Make Eating at Disney Very Different 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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 Disney World? Where at? Let us know in the comments! The post All You Can Eat BRUNCH For 2 Upcoming Holidays? Count Us In, Disney! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Easter Brunch at Ale & Compass: We’ve Got the Details! Um, All You Can Eat Easter Brunch? You’re Going to Want to Stop Here for the Holiday in Disney World! Valentine’s Day Celebration Package is Coming to Several Disney World Resorts SOON! 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. Calling all Disney mug collectors! Disney Mugs From fan-favorites to obscure characters, there’s a Disney mug to fit just about everyone’s preferences! In fact, sometimes we even spot different versions of the same character mug! Case in point — the recent glow-up of the Chip Mug. We’ve seen this little cutie from Beauty and the Beast around the parks before… Chip and Chip Mugs …but today, we spotted a new — and in our opinion, seriously improved — Chip Mug available alongside one of the previous versions! The new version (on the right-hand side) is way more detailed and multi-dimensional. Old and New Versions of the Chip Mug The “chip” on the new mug is more obvious now that it’s shaded in grey. There’s also more detail and dimension in Chip’s facial features, and both the handle and base were reshaped a bit. Old and New Versions of the Chip Mug The new version definitely reminds us more of the Chip we know and love from the movie. He’s even got subtly rosy cheeks! New Chip Mug And here’s the kicker — both of these two mugs were priced the same, at $22.99 each. Yup, in that case, we’ll DEFINITELY be taking the new version home! New Chip Mug We spotted these mugs at Riverside Depot in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. But if you don’t have an upcoming trip to the parks planned, you can also snag the new version of the Chip Mug on shopDisney! Cheers to Chip’s impressive glow-up, we love to see it! What Do You Get When You Cross Star Wars, Dad Jokes, and Mugs? 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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. How many Disney mugs do you own? Let us know in the comments! The post A Disney Character Mug Got a Major Glow-Up first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Retro Platform Crocs and a SIMBA Popcorn Bucket! What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom: St. Patrick’s Day Treats, More ABC Disney, and the Almighty MUSHU! What’s New in Disney’s Animal Kingdom: A WEIRD Windbreaker, Missing Attraction Cars, and a New Sandwich! View the full article

If you’re looking for delicious dining options in Disney World, Disney Springs is a great place to start. Disney Springs There are plenty of great restaurants to choose from in Disney Springs, but Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ still manages to stand out as one of our favorites. And now, we have one more reason to head there for a meal…not that we needed any extra motivation! As a Florida native, Chef Art Smith is known for his incredible Southern cuisine. Guests can treat themselves to his iconic menu options like the Cheddar Cheese Drop Biscuits, Fried Chicken, Chopped Pork Barbecue, and more. Homecomin’s Fried Chicken Speaking of Chef Art Smith, get ready to celebrate because his birthday is tomorrow, March 1st! And in celebration of his birthday, guests will receive a free single-layer slice of Hummingbird Cake with the purchase of any entree. ©Homecomin’ on Instagram The Hummingbird Cake is a Pineapple-Banana Cake covered with Cream Cheese Frosting, served with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream and a drizzle of Berry Coulis . It’s one of Chef Smith’s specialties, and it was served at Maya Angelou’s 75th birthday as well as Lady Gaga’s 25th birthday. Chef Art Smith’s Hummingbird Cake If you’re lucky enough to snag a reservation for Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ on Monday, March 1st, be sure to take advantage of this sweet celebration! The Best Places to Eat in Disney World Without a Park Ticket 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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. The post Fried Chicken AND Free Cake?? Sounds Like a Perfect Disney World Meal to Us! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Yee-Haw! Here’s How To Get FREE CAKE at Homecomin’s 3rd Birthday Celebration in Disney Springs! News! Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Adds EXTENDED Brunch Hours! 3rd Annual Sake & Shine Returns to Disney Springs with Chefs Morimoto and Smith 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 always on the lookout for ways to help you save on your Disney vacations. Mickey Balloons We share the latest discounts and newest deals on Disney merch in the parks and online because we know Disney souvenirs can be expensive. Well, for all your shopping needs, we’re sharing 20 Disney items you can buy for under $20! You can grab a 2-pack of t-shirts featuring some of your favorite Disney characters! ©Amazon These styles feature Baby Yoda, but other options include Marvel characters, Mickey Mouse, and Star Wars! The 2-pack costs $16. Shop the Essential Disney T-shirts Here! If you’re looking to add Mickey and friends to your room, we’ve got the perfect thing for ya! These adorable little decals can stick to your walls. ©Amazon These decals are removable and repositionable so there’s no hassle! They cost $8.99. Order the Mickey and Friends Wall Decals Here Do you have kiddos that love cooking? This Disney Princess Cookbook features lots of kid-friendly recipes! ©Amazon You’ll find 50 recipes in this book! It costs $11.90. Click here to buy the Disney Princess Cookbook! And if you need something to serve up your Disney-inspired recipes on, there are these plates featuring Mickey Mouse! ©Amazon Other character options include Chewbacca, Minnie Mouse, and Boba Fett! It costs $12.33. Shop the Mickey & Minnie Plates Here If you want to add some Disney flair to your tech, there’s a stand for the Amazon Echo Show 5. ©Amazon It features one of the aliens from Toy Story! The stand is priced at $19.95. Order the Toy Story Amazon Echo Stand Here There’s an awesome t-shirt subscription from Disney’s “Treasures From the Vault.” As a member of this t-shirt club, you’ll receive a monthly tee from a unique collection that features classic Disney characters. ©Amazon These are exclusive, limited-edition shirts! It costs $19.99 per box and you can cancel your subscription or skip a month at any time. Click here to buy the Disney Vault T-Shirt Subscription There’s a drink in my boot! If you’ve ever wanted to drink out of Woody or Buzz Lightyear’s boot, looks like today’s your lucky day. ©Amazon These boots are sculpted ceramic and come in a set of 2. They cost $19.99. Click here to buy the Woody & Buzz Boots Drinkware Set Game night just got a little more fun with this Frozen 2 UNO Card Game! ©Amazon The cards feature Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, and more! The game costs $5.44. Shop the Frozen UNO Card Game here! And here’s the perfect thing for LEGO fans! You can build Kylo Ren’s Microfighter from Star Wars with this LEGO set. ©Amazon It comes with 72 pieces. Make it yours for $16.90. Click here to buy the Star Wars LEGO Building Kit! You can cast all your favorite Star Wars characters onto your walls with this Night Light Projector! ©Amazon It comes with six image options that are projected onto your ceiling or walls as three-foot images. It costs $9.99. Shop the LED Night Light Projector — Star Wars here! For kids who love Disney’s film, Soul, or pizza — there’s a cozy pajama set! ©shopDisney It features 22 from the movie and reads, “my soul purpose is pizza.” Pretty relatable, huh? They’re on sale for $11.98! Shop the Soul Pajama Set Here! Carrying your lunch around just got WAY cuter. This pink lunchbox features Mickey and Minnie! ©shopDisney It’s shaped like a little food truck! Look at those Mickey-shaped donuts. It costs $14.00. Click here to buy the Mickey and Minnie Lunch Box You’ll be ready for any beach day with this towel. ©shopDisney We obviously love it because it features Mickey and friends as different cupcakes! It’s priced at $14.00. Order the Mickey and Friends Cupcakes Beach Towel Here Bring Kylo Ren to life with this electronic, sound-activated, light-up mask! ©shopDisney This takes playtime to a whole other level. The mask costs $16.98. Shop the Kylo Ren Mask Here The next time you’re whipping something up in the kitchen, Mickey Mouse will be right there with you! ©Target This potholder reminds you to “take whisks” and “spice it up!” The set costs $16.99. Shop the Mickey Mouse Potholder Set Here! A new purse is the perfect accessory for spring! This one features lots of daisies and Minnie’s iconic bow. ©Target There’s even a little Minnie Mouse attached to the bag. Grab it for $14.99. Shop the Girls’ Minnie Mouse Crossbody Bag here Kiddos can channel their inner Disney Princess with these Moana slides! ©Target The big flowers on the strap are filled with sequins! The shoes cost $14.99. Buy the Moana Slides Here This Olaf plush is great for any Disney+ marathon! ©Target He looks super cuddly! Add this plush to your collection for $8.99. Buy the Mini Olaf Cudleez Plush Here Everyone in your life will know you’re a MAJOR Mickey Mouse fan if you start carrying around this flip-top tumbler. ©Target It even comes with a carrying strap. The tumbler costs $11.99. Order the Mickey Mouse Tumbler here Star Wars fans will have plenty of fun with this Bounty Hunter Nerf Blaster! ©Target It has sound effects and glow-in-the-dark darts! This Star Wars blaster costs $19.99. Click here to buy the Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge Nerf Blaster Not every Disney souvenir has to break the bank! These are all inexpensive options for when you’re hoping to bring a little Disney magic home with you. Check back with us for more Disney merchandise updates! See Mickey Through the Years on Disney’s New Designer Ear Hat 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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 adding any of these items to your wishlist? Tell us in the comments! The post 20 Disney Items for UNDER ! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The ULTIMATE Guide to Disney Black Friday Sales! Show Off Classic Star Wars Characters with These NEW Corkcicles Available Online! Score a Mickey Backpack for $16 With ANY Online Disney Purchase! View the full article

For us, a trip to Disney’s Animal Kingdom doesn’t feel complete without a ride on Kilimanjaro Safaris! Kilimanjaro Safaris One of our favorite things to do while riding this attraction is to keep an eye out for some of the precious new additions. Recently, we’ve seen a baby babirusa and baby giraffes, and on today’s visit, we spotted yet another adorable (big) baby! Earlier this month, a new baby white rhino named Ranger made his debut on the savanna of Kilimanjaro Safaris. And today, we spotted Ranger nursing from his mom, Kendi! Baby Ranger isn’t just cute, he’s also extra-special because he’s the first white rhino born to the herd in five years! White Rhino Baby Ranger and His Mom Kendi If you have a visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom on your itinerary, be sure to take a ride on Kilimanjaro Safaris to see what cuties you can spot! White Rhino Baby Ranger and His Mom Kendi We’ll continue to make our way around Animal Kingdom, as well as the rest of the parks, so stay tuned to DFB for all of the latest updates! VIDEO: This Baby Babirusa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Is Basically Us at a Theme Park! 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What is your favorite animal to spot on Kilimanjaro Safaris? Let us know in the comments! The post We're Calling It, This is the Cutest Thing We'll See in Disney World Today! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: PHOTOS: A New Baby Rhino Has Made His Debut on Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney World! PHOTOS! An Adorable Baby White Rhino Has Been Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! PHOTOS: You Can Now See Two Baby Giraffes At Disney’s Animal Kingdom! View the full article

Disney World had BIG plans for 2021 and beyond. Spaceship Earth We’ve seen loads of progress on some projects, like Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT. But others have gotten swept under the rug. What’s going on with Spaceship Earth, Roundup Rodeo BBQ, and more? Here’s what we know about 10 Disney projects that are still up in the air. Beatrix Beatrix, a coffeehouse and “healthy eating” restaurant with an emphasis on vegan and vegetarian options, announced its Disney Springs location in fall 2019. Beatrix Construction In July 2020, construction was paused, and we haven’t heard much since then. Neither an opening date nor a date for resuming construction have been announced. With all the sugar and carbs we typically eat in Disney World, we were intrigued to have a straight-up healthy option in Disney World, so if/when news is released we’ll be quick to share it! Check Out the Latest Beatrix Update! Mary Poppins-Inspired Attraction In 2019, a Mary Poppins-inspired attraction was announced for the United Kingdom pavilion in EPCOT. Guests would be able to step (in time!) down Cherry Tree Lane and enter house number 17! Mary Poppins in Epcot But all was not practically perfect for this attraction. When EPCOT reopened in 2020, it was removed from the video in the EPCOT Experience that advertised upcoming attractions. We haven’t heard much since then — but Disney did clarify that the project was postponed and not outright canceled. Here’s What We Know About the Mary Poppins-Inspired Attraction! Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana Another part of EPCOT’s proposed reimagining was Journey of Water, a lush exploration trail that highlights the importance of the water cycle. The attraction was initially planned to open in 2021, but it’s assumed to be delayed. Journey of Water Concept Art ©Disney We haven’t received news since then and there have been no signs of construction beginning, but we’ll keep you updated! Read More About the Journey of Water Attraction! Splash Mountain In June 2020, Disney announced that it was re-theming Splash Mountain in Disney World and Disneyland to The Princess and the Frog. Splash Mountain In November, Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro stated that the project would be fast-tracked to “ensure that all who visit the company’s parks do feel welcome.” Since then, it’s been crickets. It’s unclear WHEN Splash Mountain will close for the refurbishment or when further plans will be announced. Depending on the scope of the retheming, it seemed initially possible the change could be completed before Disney World’s big anniversary in October. But with each passing day, that seems less and less likely. Here’s Everything We Know About the Splash Mountain Re-Theme! TRON: Lightcycle Power Run The TRON coaster is original to the Shanghai Disneyland Resort, but in 2017 Disney announced that it would be coming to Tomorrowland in Magic Kingdom! We’ve been following the work being done on the coaster for a while, and it was set to open in 2021 in time for Disney World’s 50th anniversary. TRON Construction However, construction is delayed and it is no longer expected to open by October. According to USA Today, TRON “isn’t expected to open during the park’s 50th birthday year.” That means we’ll likely have to wait until at least 2022 to experience it. Read More About TRON: Lightcycle Power Run! Roundup Rodeo BBQ In 2019, Disney announced that a new table service restaurant was coming to Toy Story Land in Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Roundup Rodeo BBQ! Guests would dine inside playsets in Andy’s backyard with a fun, colorful roadeo theme. Rodeo Roundup BBQ Concept Art ©Disney Later that year, Disney announced the restaurant would open sometime in 2020. Well…2020 has come and gone, and still no Roundup Rodeo BBQ! We got a peek behind construction walls, but other than that, not a peep. Hollywood Studios is in need of another solid sit down restaurant, especially in this back area of the park, so we’ll keep you posted as we learn more! Check Out the Latest Roundup Rodeo BBQ Update! Walt Disney World Railroad The Walt Disney World Railroad in Magic Kingdom has been closed for over 2 YEARS! It originally shuttered in December 2018 to allow for construction on the TRON coaster. The Walt Disney Railroad As TRON construction continues (and is delayed), the train is hindered from completing its tour of the park (TRON construction is right over the Tomorrowland portion of the train tracks, making it unsafe to operate. So it remains closed! In the meantime, some work was done on the Main Street, U.S.A. train station, and scrim has been added to the exterior. Main Street Train Station It’s still unclear when the railroad will reopen — it will likely depend on how TRON construction progresses. We’ll keep you posted! Check Out the Main Street Train Station’s Makeover! Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser This Star Wars-themed hotel is an immersive two-day experience and was originally expected to debut in 2021, to help celebrate Disney World’s 50th anniversary! Guests will be able to meet Star Wars characters, defend the ship, and even learn how to wield a lightsaber! Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Atmosphere ©Disney In 2020, Disney announced that guests could begin making reservations later that year for their voyages. But when the parks closed in 2020, construction was delayed, and the opening schedule is now up in the air. ©Disney via IAAPA Expo 2020 Presentation However, progress on the project is continuing, and we’re even getting some sneak peeks as it treks towards completion! We’re pretty excited to board the Halycon ship and begin our own Star Wars adventure (whenever that is!). Check Out the Latest Galactic Starcruiser Update! Space 220 Our questions about EPCOT continue. We are starting to sound like a broken record with this next one! Space 220, a dining adventure set in outer space, was set to open near Mission: SPACE in winter 2019 (!!). But since then, there have been some issues. The executive chef to-be stepped down, prompting a search for a new one. Then, the opening was shifted to February 2020. Space 220 Concept Art ©Disney Space 220 failed to open in February 2020, and when the parks closed in March, construction was halted. Work is continuing, though, and we’ve seen some progress. Construction walls have come down and we’ve even seen lights on in the building! Space 220 Concept Art ©Disney However, there’s still no announced opening date, which begs the question: WHEN will we be able to eat in Space 2020? Check Out the Latest Space 220 News! Spaceship Earth At the 2019 D23 Expo, Disney announced that EPCOT’s park icon was due for a lengthy refurbishment! The re-imagining would focus on storytelling, and scenes would be bound together by a “story light” that would guide guests through the attraction. Spaceship Earth The ride was originally set to temporarily close on May 26th, 2020. However, Spaceship Earth as we know it reopened with EPCOT in July! Disney eventually announced that the refurbishment was postponed. No updates have been given since about when — or if — this transformation will happen. Here’s Everything We Know About the Spaceship Earth Refurb! That’s a lot of big projects with big up-in-the-air questions we need answered! We’ll be sure to keep you posted as we learn more about these 10 Disney attractions! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates. Check Out Disney’s Confirmed Projects for 2021! 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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 10 Disney World Projects With More Questions Than Answers first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Pardon Disney’s Pixie Dust: This Disney World Construction Could Impact Your Next Vacation Did Disney World Forget About These Restaurants? Let’s Take a Look at Everything That’s Closed for Refurbishment in Disney World Next Week! View the full article

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Hello DFB friends! We’re back the Magic Kingdom to tell you what’s new! Magic Kingdom Entrance We spent the day strolling around the park, checking out the latest food, merchandise, and more. We’re taking you along on our trip to show you the latest, so let’s dive in! Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates Uptown Jewelers Over at Uptown Jewelers, we found a new Mickey on Dumbo Pandora Charm! Look at how adorable he is waving to everyone while we takes a spin on Dumbo! Mickey on Dumbo Pandora Charm We also spotted the Alice in Wonderland Pandora Charm Collection! The set of charms (and a bangle) are perfectly themed to the movie, and they’ve got hidden messages all over them! First, there’s a Drink Me Dangle Charm. The shrinking potion is a bright blue and has a tag that reads “Curious.” It’s $65. Drink Me! Then we’ve got a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party Charm! This one features an itty bitty Alice on the Mad Hatter’s hat, complete with some beautiful flowers. This charm is also $65. Look how small Alice is! The Key and Knob Dangle Charm has the famous door knob from Alice in Wonderland, and the key to go along with it for $60. Key & Door Knob Charm Have a very merry unbirthday with the Unbirthday Party Teapot Charm, which is $75. It features the Dormouse inside a bright blue teapot. There’s also a pocket watch dangling on a tiny chain. Hey there, Dormouse! If you are a fan of mischievous characters, there’s a Cheshire Cat Charm! The Cheshire Cat’s shrunken body holds onto his (very enlarged) head. This charm is $55! Is it just us or…is this a little creepy? The last charm in the collection is a Cheshire Cat and Absolem Caterpillar Charm. You’ve gotta squint to see the characters on this charm! It’s $45. The Chesire Cat and Absolem Caterpillar are just hangin’ out! And lastly, there’s a bracelet! The Cheshire Cat Clasp Pandora Moments Bangle features the Cheshire Cat as the clasp for $75. Cheshire Cat Bangle We also spotted these in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, so you can grab them in more than one park! There are Hidden Messages ALL Over Disney’s New Jewelry Collection Emporium Congrats to all of the 2021 graduates! It may only be February, but graduation will sneak up on you soon enough! And Disney is starting the celebration because you can now grab the Graduation Mickey Ear Hat! 2021 Graduation Mickey Hat It’s got 2021 on it, and of course Mickey ears, but you can also get it personalized at the Chapeau. The hat costs $27.99. Check out the 2021 Graduation Minnie Ear Headband! Frontier Trading Post Haunted Mansion fans, we’ve got the MagicBand for you! Introducing the Dooney and Bourke Haunted Mansion MagicBand. Haunted Mansion Dooney and Bourke MagicBand It’s a limited edition and features several of your favorite characters from the beloved attraction! Haunted Mansion Dooney and Bourke MagicBand It can be yours for $58. Haunted Mansion Fans! There’s Something NEW For You at Disney World Pirates of the Caribbean Gift Shop In the gift shop after you exit the attraction Pirates of the Caribbean, you’ll find the Jim Shore Pirates of the Caribbean Figurine! Pirates of the Caribbean Figurine The figurine features one of the most iconic scenes from the ride where the prisoners are begging the guard dog for the key. You can relive your experience on the ride every day with this souvenir! Find out where to get a Pirates of the Caribbean Loungefly Backpack Magic Kingdom Construction Updates Gaston’s Tavern The Beauty and the Beast section of Fantasyland has been going through some minor changes recently. After Bonjour Village Gifts got an external makeover, the Gaston’s Tavern sign got a bit of a paint job too! Gaston’s Tavern The lettering was repainted to a beautiful gold. We like the new look! Check out Bonjour Village Gift’s makeover! Cinderella Castle Stage and Moat For a couple weeks now, the Cinderella Castle stage and moat have been under construction. The surface layer has previously been removed, and now it appears the stage has been completely covered again. Cinderella Castle Stage The scrim covering the railing says “Please Pardon Our Pixie Dust” while they do some maintenance on the stage. Please Pardon Our Pixie Dust On our visit the moat was drained, and had construction equipment. Moat Construction We’ll let you know when Cinderella Castle is back to normal! Disney’s Cinderella Castle Construction Saga Continues Main Street, U.S.A. Window A few days ago, we noticed that a window on Main Street, U.S.A. was broken! Broken Window It took us by surprise, but luckily it was repaired the next day. Fixed! We’re glad it got repaired so quickly! Disney Fixes Broken Window on Main Street in Magic Kingdom That’s all we’ve got today for updates in the Magic Kingdom! We enjoyed seeing some construction updates, and finding some new merchandise based on some of our favorite rides. We’ll continue making our way around Disney World, so follow along with us next time! 25 Photos and Videos From Our Day at 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What is your favorite thing to do in Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post 2 Fan-Favorite Magic Kingdom Attractions Have NEW Souvenirs! first appeared on the disney food blog. 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It might feel like spring is coming all over the U.S., but it’s starting to feel like summer at Disney World! It’s a bright sunshiney day We’ve had a lot of bright sunshine and we’ve been looking for creative ways to shield our eyes from the sun. So we’re checking out some cool Disney sunglasses, along with some umbrellas (they are for WAY more than just rain), and hats! We just spotted some new baseball caps at Disney’s Hollywood Studios that would be perfect for protecting our eyes and faces on those super sunny days! So let’s represent our favorite underwater princess with an Ariel Baseball Cap! It’s pink with a pretty teal silhouette of Ariel on the front. We want to be part of your world Or maybe we’re feeling more like representing our all-time favorite alien (even if we can’t forgive him taking over the Alien Encounter attraction at Magic Kingdom — we know, we know, it’s gone, get over it). But Stitch still looks pretty “weird, but cute” on this baseball cap. We found these two caps at Sunset Couture for $27.99 each. Weird, but cute. Same, Stitch, same. If we’re trying to do our best Pascal and blend in, though, we need this Mickey Camouflage Baseball Cap. The patch on the front says “Authentic Mickey Original.” You got that, right! Camo cap! The message on this next cap, though, says it all — “Be amazing.” And we think that’s amazing! It’s a Denim Spider-Man Cap. Both of these caps are also $27.99, but these can be found at Celebrity 5 & 10. This cap is amazing So you can dive into summer in Disney style with brand new baseball caps representing some of your favorite Disney and Marvel characters. We’ll be sure to keep an eye out for more! Spaghetti Stitch Has Invaded Local Disney Stores! 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you have any Disney baseball caps? Let us know in the comments! The post What Happens When You Cross A Mermaid, an Alien, and More On Disney Hats? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: There’s a PORG Shoulder Plush in Disney World and IT TALKS! These Toys Can TALK! Check Out the Chatty New ‘Toy Story’ Collection We Spotted in Disney World! What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: ABC Commissary Reopens and Mickey T-Shirts! View the full article

Disney Springs is FULL of experiences right now with interactive M&M making, stacks of cookies at Gideon’s Bakehouse, and the “Celebrate Soulfully” event. M&M Store And, there’s even a brand new (and VERY spooky) photo-op that’s appeared in the shopping and dining district for guests looking to solve a mystery! Now that Disney’s Secrets of Sulphur Springs has debuted, guests can pose in front of the mystifying photo-op wall that can be found in Disney Springs! Stars of the series Kyleigh Curran and Preston Oliver gave a sneak peek by stopping by the display in front of Disney’s Days of Christmas store. ©Disney And, guess what? You can join them since there’s a spot for fans to hold a flashlight as part of the interactive installment! If you want to know more details about the show, you can scan the QR code on the side of the photo-op to learn about Secrets of Sulphur Springs. ©Disney The show is a time-travel mystery (um, AWESOME) that follows characters Griffin Campbell (Oliver) and Harper (Curran) whenever they find a secret portal that gives them a chance to travel through time, solve Sulphur Springs’ town mystery, and encounter some sinister things along the way. It sounds like a great series to watch with your whole family before posing in Disney Springs! And, we’ll be sure to give you a look at the other Disney entertainment you can find in the parks too! Find out the details of Disney Park Passes filling up in March! 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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 to Disney Springs recently? Let us know in the comments below! The post Solve a Mystery With a NEW Photo-Op in Disney Springs! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New in Disney Springs: Merch That’s Flying Off Shelves and the Reopening of SO. MANY. BARS! 5 Disney World CHANGES That Aren’t Nearly as Bad As We’d Imagined What’s New at Disney Springs: A Whole Line of “Up” Merchandise, Everglazed Construction Progress, and the Greatest Birthday Sundae EVER! View the full article

Guess where we’re at — go ahead, we bet you’ll never guess! We will never get tired of this view Okay, so it’s a pretty easy guess, and yes, we’re at Disney World! Again! We had reporters in three parks today, and they had an amazing time riding rides, eating (because, well, that’s what we do), and wandering around EPCOT, Magic Kingdom, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios living THE life! And we’re inviting you to join along with us through photos and videos we took at the parks — so put on your favorite ears, whip up your favorite Disney snack, and let’s go have some fun! Hollywood Studios It’s time to step into the golden age of Hollywood as we step through the entrance of Hollywood Studios. We feel SO glamorous! We have to be sure to say hello to the princesses! Hey, look, Aurora is actually awake! The Nap Queen Rapunzel was looking adorable, as always — we missed Tiana, though, because she was on the other side. We’ll catch her next time! Punzie Needless to say, seeing the princesses pretty much made our day perfect, as in BEST DAY EVER. At least until tomorrow, when we get to come back and do it all over again! Thank you for joining us today! PHOTOS & VIDEOS: Every Time Disney World Tested Fireworks Since Reopening Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What was your best day ever at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post 25 Photos and Videos From Our Day At Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: 30 PHOTOS and VIDEOS From Our Day in Disney World! 22 Photos & Videos From Our Rainy Day at Disney World! When You Gotta Go, You Gotta Go! Check Out The BEST Disney World Bathrooms! View the full article

A piña colada with a view? Yup, Disney’s Aulani sounds like a dream with its stunning property on the island of Oahu. ©Disney Even though the resort has perks in itself with access to an exclusive beach, awesome pools, and great restaurants, guests visiting Disney’s Aulani Resort can even score perks at the AIRPORT too! Visitors who have booked stays at Disney’s Aulani Resort, as well as Marriott’s Ko Olina Beach Club, Four Seasons Resort O‘ahu, and the Beach Villas at Ko Olina, can visit the Ko Olina Club Lounge at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. ©Ko Olina The exclusive lounge provides guests with access to comfortable socially-distanced seating, secure WiFi, charging stations, and soft drinks also available for purchase. ©Ko Olina Guests will need to make reservations on the Ko Olina Club Lounge page before they head to the Ko Olina Club Lounge. Plus, they will need to have a negative result on their State of Hawaii SafeTravels Pre-Test Verification (quarantine isn’t required), participate in a touchless digital temperature check, and complete a quick Ko Olina Cares health questionnaire on their phones prior to entering the lounge. ©Ko Olina The guidelines also state that face coverings are required at all times, except when seated, eating, or drinking. The Ko Olina Club Lounge is open daily from 11 AM to 9 PM, so guests have varying opportunities to visit it throughout the day prior to their flight or after their arrival. ©Ko Olina The lounge is located on the 1st floor of Main Terminal 2 near the domestic and international travel gates. Whether you’re traveling alone or with your family, this is an awesome additional perk for being a Disney Resort guest! If you plan on heading to Disney’s Aulani Resort in future, you’ll want to keep the Ko Olina Club Lounge in mind as you schedule your flights and other plans. And, we’ll keep you updated with all the best tips and tricks to planning your other Disney vacations too! Score big savings on your spring vacation to Disney’s Aulani Resort! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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 taken a trip to Disney’s Aulani Resort? Let us know in the comments below! The post EXCLUSIVE Travel Perk Available for Guests of Disney's Aulani Resort! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: News! Disney’s Aulani Resort Is Closing Along With the Other Disney Resorts! Disney’s Aulani Resort Teams Up with Aloha Harvest to Donate to the Local Community! Most of Us Never See This Side of Disney World View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Last year Disney gave us the Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction series, which gave a monthly merch drop based on a Disney attraction. Stitch This year, the new merch series is Stitch Crashes Disney, and so far it’s been pretty terrifying! This month’s release is based on Lady and the Tramp, and a few weeks ago we got our first look at Spaghetti Stitch! He landed online yesterday, but now Spaghetti Stitch has invaded Disney Stores around the country! While we wait for the monthly merch to come to Disney World on March 1st, the Spaghetti Stitch Plush is now available at the Disney Store. Spaghetti Stitch Plush These plushes are $29.99, and are pretty large as you can see from the photo! Purchase the Spaghetti Stitch Plush online here Also at our local Disney Store, we found the Spaghetti Stitch Pin. Spaghetti Stitch Pin The pin is $24.99, and it would certainly add something unique to your pin collection! Purchase the Spaghetti Stitch Pin online here We didn’t see the MagicBand that is part of the series at our Disney Store, but they could be available at your local store. We are excited to see next month’s Stitch drop, and we’ll let you know what movie it’s based on when it’s released! Stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney merchandise updates. Disney’s Spaghetti Stitch is Now Available 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think about Spaghetti Stitch? Let us know in the comments! The post Spaghetti Stitch Has Invaded Local Disney Stores! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disney’s SPAGHETTI STITCH Is Now Available Online! The New Stitch Crashes Disney Collection Will NOT Debut on MerchPass! Our Imagination is Running WILD After Disney’s New 2021 Monthly Merch Teaser! View the full article

If you have a Disney World trip planned, it’s important to remember to make those Park Pass Reservations! Cinderella Castle This system was implemented when the parks reopened in July, and requires guests to reserve a spot for the park they want to visit that day. If you’re traveling to Disney World in March, you’ll want to make reservations ASAP because these park passes can fill up pretty quickly! Just a couple of days ago, March passes had been refilled, but now passes are gone in certain parks. Disney Theme Park Tickets Guests Not too long ago, the entire March calendar was green which means that all parks have availability. However, many days are now yellow indicating that at least one park is full. ©Disney On March 8th-14th, 20th-25th, and 31st, Disney’s Hollywood Studios is the only park that is full. On March 19th, 29th, and 30th, both Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios are currently full. During spring break week, March 15th-18th, Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom are full. Disney Resort Guests Tickets for Disney Resort Guests look exactly the same as Disney Theme Park Tickets Guests! ©Disney The only difference in which parks are and aren’t available is that on March 18th, Disney’s Animal Kingdom IS available to make reservations. Annual Passholders Annual Passholders have much more availability than the other two ticket types! ©Disney On March 6th and 13th, Disney’s Hollywood Studios is currently full for passholders. For March 15th and 16th, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is not available at the moment. Disney World Park Hours Released Through Mid-May Disney World Park Pass Reservations are constantly changing. Based on how quickly these reservations filled up, it looks like Spring Break time will be pretty busy. If you have a trip planned in March, be sure to make those reservations as soon as possible! We’ll let you know if or when Disney adds more availability for March! PROOF That Crowds are BACK 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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. When is your next Disney World trip? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney World Park Passes for March are Filling Up AGAIN! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: 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! How Disney World IS (and ISN’T) Prepping For Its Biggest Birthday Yet View the full article

There are LOTS of places in Disney World right now that are either being refurbed or built brand new! Duuuuuude… Several projects are in preparation for Disney World’s 50th anniversary in October, and EPCOT is going through a HUGE transformation. But, there was one refurbishment project in particular that really caught our attention — the character pages at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort were being erased! We noticed that the beloved characters (Ariel, Lightning McQueen, Nemo, and Simba) that greet guests when they enter the resort were disappearing. Simba was the only character who was still up on our last visit, but now he is gone and one of the other characters has reappeared! Lighting McQueen is BACK Today, we saw that a shiny and new Lightning McQueen was back to welcome us to the resort! Lighting McQueen Character Page The other three pages are still empty, however we will be checking back often to see if they look the same like McQueen, or if they are entirely different! Character Pages As the refurbs and construction projects continue around Walt Disney World, we’ll continue to give you the latest updates! PHOTOS & VIDEOS: Disney’s Art of Animation is Getting a LITERAL Facelift! 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What is your favorite artwork at Disney’s Art of Animation? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Character Art is RETURNING to Disney's Art of Animation Resort! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: EVERY Disney World Ride, Hotel, Restaurant, and Pool That Will Be CLOSED for Refurb Next Week 3 Disney World Ride Refurbishments Happening NEXT Week in Disney World What’s New at Disney’s Skyliner Resorts: A Frozen Espresso and Three To-Go Snacks! View the full article

Is it just us or is this week — no, this month — flying? It’s almost the end of February! Welcome back, Big River Grill and Brewing Works! It’s already been a few weeks since we indulged in Valentine’s Day treats, and we’re gearing up for next week’s debut of the 2021 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival. But that didn’t stop Disney World from reopening a restaurant this week and updating TONS of menus throughout the resort. Blizzard Beach Avalunch Blizzard Beach will reopen on March 7th! And ahead of the big reopening, Disney has revamped menus for its dining locations, including Avalunch. So here’s what’s been updated: NEW: Sauerkraut Mustard 1/4 lb. All-Beef Hot Dog for $10.99 RETURNING: Bacon Macaroni & Cheese and Chili-Cheese Frito Hot Dog for $10.99 GONE: Loaded Beef Nachos Served with Beef Chili, Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Guacamole, Sour Cream, and Jalapeño NEW: Nacho 1/4 lb All-Beef Hot Dog for $10.99 NEW: Italian Sandwich served with chips for $9.99 Avalunch at Blizzard Beach The Kids Meal also no longer comes with a shovel and pail. Boo! But its price is the same for a Turkey Sandwich for $9.49 or Macaroni & Cheese for $9.19. You Can NOW Buy Tickets for Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park! Warming Hut The Warming Hut has also seen a few menu upgrades, and no, the Edible Cookie Dough isn’t on the list — it hadn’t been around for a while, though, but we can dream! Here’s what’s on the menu: GONE: Shrimp Louie Wrap NEW: Chilled Shrimp Salad served with Thousand Island Dressing for $11.49 NEW: Honey Butter Chicken Sandwich With Pickles for $10.49 Please bring back the edible cookie dough! And don’t fret — the BBQ chip covered Turkey Leg is back for $14.49! Disney’s Blizzard Beach Is Getting NEW FOOD Upon Its Reopening! Disney’s Boardwalk Big River Grille and Brewing Works ANOTHER restaurant has officially reopened at Disney World. This time, it’s Big River Grille and Brewing Works at Disney’s Boardwalk. Nachos! Big River Grille and Brewery serves up hearty staples like steaks, burgers, and nachos, and offers a variety of beer. We think it’s nice to have another dining option over in that area! Review, Food Photos: Big River Grille and Brewing Works at Disney World’s Boardwalk Inn Disney Springs House of Blues Over at the House of Blues, the kids menu got a little bit of an update. There are quite a few new entrees for kids to choose from (and honestly, it’s always good to give kids more solid choices, right?) NEW: Grilled Cheese served with a side of fresh fruit and choice of milk or juice for $8.99 NEW: Mini Cheeseburgers served with a side of fresh fruit and choice of milk or juice for $8.99 NEW: Pasta with Housemade Marinara served with a side of fresh fruit and choice of milk or juice for $8.99 NEW: Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza served with a side of fresh fruit and choice of milk or juice for $8.99 House of Blues But there were also a few additions to the drinks menu, and we’re TOTALLY okay with that. Here’s what’s changed: Memphis Blues Sangria also now available by the glass for $10, also still available by pitcher for $34 NEW: Saint M Reisling for $11 per glass or $41 per bottle NEW: Abita Purple Haze Beer for $8 NEW: House of Blues Private Label Chardonnay for $9 per glass and $32 per bottle Drinks! So if you’re heading over there soon, now you have a few new boozy options! Review! STRONG Drinks and Loaded Mac At Disney World’s House Of Blues! Lava Lounge at Rainforest Cafe The bar at Rainforest Cafe, Lava Lounge, has a few changes — but don’t worry, nothing major! Here’s what’s happening on the menu under “Sandwiches and Burgers.” Jungle Turkey Wrap also now has Coleslaw, in addition to Shaved Turkey Breast, Tomatoes, Bacon, Lettuce, Caesar Dressing, and Flour Tortilla served with choice of side for $17.99 Iggy’s Piggy Sandwich now comes with a choice of side Ribs, Steak, and Shrimp Trio We told you the changes were small! REVIEW: A Robot Gorilla Was More Interesting Than the Food at Rainforest Cafe in Disney World Earl of Sandwich Don’t worry, Earl of Sandwich fans! There’s nothing major going on with the menu there. In addition to Tomato Soup, there is now a Featured Soup for $3.49 per cup or $4.49 per bowl. Earl of Sandwich This will likely be a different soup every day or something that’s seasonal, so be sure to ask about it if you drop in! Did Someone Say Mac and Cheese Sandwich?! We’re Trying It in Disney World! Morimoto Asia We are BIG fans of Morimoto Asia here at DFB, and we’re excited to tell you about two brand new entrees there! They are: NEW: Madagascar Jumbo Shrimp: Garlic Shrimp, Singapore Rice Noodles, AND Egg for $39 NEW: Red Miso-glazed Faroe Island Salmon: with Wilted Bok Choy, Shaoxing Gastrique, Grilled Rice Cake, AND Morimoto Dashi Broth for $36 Morimoto Asia We think both sound pretty amazing! YUM! One of Our Favorite Menu Items Is BACK at Morimoto Asia Street Food in Disney Springs! Those are all the updates we have for this week, and we’ll soon be sharing all the monthly restaurant updates with you, too — so stay tuned! What Does the Latest Job Listing Mean for EPCOT’s Space 220 Restaurant? 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite Disney World restaurant? Let us know in the comments! The post A Reopening and NEW Blizzard Beach Menu Updates in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: CONFIRMED: Ample Hills Creamery Will No Longer Operate in Disney World 15 NEW Things We Found Out at Disney World in December! Outrageous Donuts, a Spicy Cookie, and MORE Disney World Menu Updates! View the full article

Finding the right Walt Disney World discount can be challenging for military families. While the Disney Armed Forces Salute can provide Great discounts on Walt Disney World accommodations, it’s important to check everything that’s available for your vacation time frame in order to find the best discount possible. This is because starting in 2018 the […] The post Cheapest Walt Disney World Room Prices for Military Families appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

We’re not going to lie — sometimes our biggest complaint about Disney World is that it’s sometimes hard to just find a place to sit! Hollywood Studios! And after hours on your feet all day, you’ll totally get where we’re coming from. Social distancing guidelines have also made seating particularly tricky, so we get excited when we find new places to take a chill at the parks! We have good news for guests visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios. There is now some extra outdoor seating — with tables — at the Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage theater! Beauty and the Beast Seating Like a lot of entertainment at Disney World, the show is currently suspended, so Disney is using the extra space to give guests a new place to take a load off. The addition of tables also gives guests a place to eat their snacks while maintaining social distancing! Seating with tables! Right now, this area is typically open from Friday through Sunday, when the parks are at their busiest. A Cast Member told us it opens around noon on those days and closes when crowds slow down. Just in time for the lunch rush! Unlike the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular relaxation station, guests can’t actually sit in the seats of the theater, however the area leading up to it is no longer blocked off. New seating area FTW! So if you’re at Hollywood Studios at those times, and need to rest your weary legs, head on over to the Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage on Sunset Boulevard! And if we spot any other new seating areas, we’ll be sure to let you know! Disney Adds a NEW Relaxation Station at Hollywood Studios Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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. Where’s your favorite place to relax at Hollywood Studios? Let us know in the comments! The post Eat Inside a CLOSED Theater at Disney's Hollywood Studios! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Photos: Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Now Seating Guests on Every Row in Disney World What to Know About Distancing on Rides in Disney World Right NOW There’s a New Baby Yoda Photopass Opp at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and You HAVE to See It! View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Character Cavalcade And, we’ve got plenty of updates to share with you! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive right on in! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Merchandise Update Legends of Hollywood We originally spotted the new Alice in Wonderland Pandora line in the Magic Kingdom, but it’s looking curiouser and curiouser over in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, too! Legends of Hollywood has the full collection of charms and the bangle so you can wear them during your upcoming adventures. Alice in Wonderland Pandora Guests can pick up the Drink Me Dangle charm for $65, Mad Hatter’s Tea Party charm for $65, Key and Knob Dangle charm for $60, Unbirthday Party Teapot charm for $75, Cheshire Cat charm for $55, Cheshire Cat and Absolem Caterpillar charm for $45, and Cheshire Cat Clasp Pandora Moments Bangle for $75. Alice in Wonderland Pandora We think that they’d be the PERFECT unbirthday gift that you could give to yourself! Take a look at all the details on the Alice in Wonderland Pandora collection here! Mickey’s of Hollywood We’ve seen the 2021 Mickey Graduation Ears pop up around the parks, and Mickey’s of Hollywood is celebrating grads now too! The blue hat has “Class of 2021” etched on the back with velvet Mickey ears on top. 2021 Graduation Hat We’re sending a big conGRADulations to all the amazing students out there who have put in so much hard work! Check out the 2021 Graduation Minnie Ears! The Dark Room Disney’s Animal Kingdom may have seen them first, but The Dark Room is the newest place to snag two new Disney Pop Socket Wallets! The designs feature the clock from “it’s a small world” and a tie-dye background featuring a Mickey head… Pop Socket Wallets …so you can keep your passes and cards with you on the go for $29.99 each! See more pictures of these Pop Socket Wallets Once Upon a Time If you thought you loved avocados and guac already, the Mickey Avocado Boxer Shorts are going to make your wardrobe that much better. We already spotted these cuties in the Sunset Couture store, but they’ve also found another home in Once Upon a Time. Mickey Avocado Shorts You can lounge about in them on your couch (hopefully with a big bowl of chips and guac) for $24.99! Haunted Mansion Fans: There’s Something NEW for you in Disney World Disney’s Hollywood Studios Miscellaneous Update Seating can be a pretty difficult thing to find in Disney World, especially during the peak hours of the day. During our visit, though, we noticed that the Beauty and the Beast stage area was open with extra tables for guests to enjoy their meals. Beauty and the Beast Seating It’s important to note that it isn’t open every day as the theater usually welcomes guests inside during the busiest days of the week. Normally, this falls on Friday through Sunday during the lunch rush hour so guests have the opportunity for additional seating. Beauty and the Beast Seating Still, we’ll be sure to keep our eyes out for any other times we spot the area open throughout the week in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Beauty and the Beast Seating (Doesn’t this just seem like a wonderfully peaceful place to stop for a snack or have a meal?) Disney Adds a NEW Relaxation Station at Hollywood Studios Disney’s Hollywood Studios Crowd Update It was a slightly busier day during our visit to Disney’s Hollywood Studios as guests made their way to their favorite attractions and restaurants! Toy Story Land Crowds We noticed that Toy Story Land was a hot spot for families as rides like Slinky Dog Dash had a 45 minute wait… Slinky Dog Dash Wait Time …along with a 25 minute wait at Toy Story Mania next door. Toy Story Mania Wait Time Rock ‘N’ Roller Coaster had PLENTY of people ready to rock out with Aerosmith… Rock ‘N’ Roller Coaster Wait Time …as the Tower of Terror across the way was taking guests on a terrifying drop into the Twilight Zone with a 55 minute wait. Tower of Terror Wait Time Guests also made Batuu one of their must-see destinations in Disney’s Hollywood Studios as Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge was a bit busier… Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Crowds …but the line for the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run actually didn’t extend back too far like we’ve seen in the past! Smugglers Run Wait Time We’ve certainly seen an increase in crowds this month! PROOF That Crowds are BACK in Disney World Well, that’s all for this What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! We’ll catch you next time with more updates! And, if you have any questions about your upcoming Disney vacation, let us know so we can help you find the answers. Here’s Our Experience With Disney World’s New Restaurant Mask Policy 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What are you looking forward to seeing the most in Disney’s Hollywood Studios? Let us know in the comments below! The post Treat Yourself to the Very Best Unbirthday Gift in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: A Shake in Hollywood Studios Totally Forgot That Christmas Ended MONTHS Ago! What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: The Hollywood Junction Snack Cart Re-Opens and More Holiday Merchandise Debuts! What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: SO Many Returning Treats, ‘Star Wars’ Merch, and MORE! View the full article

We’ve seen a lot of updates made to Disney World’s face mask policy since the parks reopened. Guess where we’re eating? Disney World has also strictly upheld these policies to adhere to appropriate health and safety guidelines. Guests must wear masks all the time when on Disney property, except when eating and drinking while stationary, swimming, or in a relaxation station. However, Disney recently announced an update on its policy regarding eating in restaurants. The new policy requires guests to wear masks when dining in restaurants, except when they’re actively eating or drinking. This means masks should be worn when sitting, waiting, or doing anything other than actively eating or drinking in a restaurant. Current Face Mask Policy So we thought we would visit a Disney World restaurant to see what the experience is like now. We moseyed over to the 50’s Prime Time Cafe in Hollywood Studios. When we were seated, the Cast Member thanked us for wearing our mask and told us to keep it on unless we were eating or drinking. Sit down, eat, and watch TV? Don’t mind if we do. After the server initially dropped off our drink, she came back to take our order while we had our mask off in between sips and not actively drinking. However, she didn’t say anything about it, and instead, asked us what we wanted to eat. Refreshing beverage When the food runner dropped off our food, we also weren’t actively drinking, but they delivered it to our table like normal without saying anything. We looked around the room and noticed that no one else was being told anything different than what we had experienced. We will also note that we do not feel like we’re under any kind of scrutiny by Cast Members here. Just having lunch with Van Dyke…no biggie. A family was seated nearby and they kept their masks on while seated, even after ordering their drinks. Previously, guests were allowed to take off their masks when they were seated. Refill, please! Oh, and by the way, mission accomplished. Clean plate And we got our sticker so the world knows we are in the Clean Plate Club! Go us! We’re in the Clean Plate Club! Our experience wasn’t THAT different from before, besides the little reminder after we were seated. We still haven’t seen any signs out notifying guests about the updated policy. We’ll be checking out other dining locations, too, to see what the experiences are like elsewhere and let you know what we find! Disney, Haven’t We Seen These “New” Face Masks Before? 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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 dined at Disney World since the policy was updated? Let us know what your experience was like in the comments! The post Here's Our Experience with Disney World's New Restaurant Mask Policy first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios — Teriyaki Meatballs, Star Wars Phone Cases, and Evil Queen Backpacks! FIRST LOOK: The NEW Disney World Signage You’ll See When The Parks Reopen Is It REALLY Harder to Get a Dining Reservation in Disney World Right Now? View the full article