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We spotted a discount in EPCOT today! China Pavilion Since the International Festival of the Arts ended yesterday, we took a trip to the park today to check out some unique merchandise and try some snacks. And while we were in the China Pavilion’s House of Good Fortune buying wasabi chips, we noticed a discount on our receipt! Guests who spend $10 at House of Good Fortune qualify for a 20% discount on lunch at Nine Dragons Restaurant. That sounds GREAT, right? But Nine Dragons is closed — its dining room currently serves as additional seating for Lotus Blossom Cafe. So why is Disney offering such a sweet deal for a closed restaurant?! Check out that deal! We asked a Cast Member for more information, and she shared that the discount has been offered for a while! She expects it’ll still be offered when Nine Dragons reopens, too. But don’t bother saving up all your House of Good Fortune receipts — this discount is only valid if you visit both locations in the same day. Nine Dragons Seating A few more details to keep in mind for when you CAN take advantage of this offer: the discount excludes alcoholic beverages and gratuity, and it’s not valid for use during Disney blockout dates. Other than that, just present your receipt to your server to snag that 20% off! Nine Dragons We’ll keep an eye out for more deals and let you know what we find! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news. Check Out Our Nine Dragons Review! 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 going to take advantage of this discount? Let us know in the comments! The post Uhm...Disney Is Offering a Big Discount for a Closed EPCOT Restaurant?! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Review: Is Epcot’s Nine Dragons Worth a Visit? You May Be Surprised! We Tried Nine Dragons’ “Numbingly Spicy” Beef in Epcot — See What We Thought! We Found Candy and Chicken Tomato Chips in Disney World (and They Were GOOD)! View the full article

I just love introduction days for the baby animals at Walt Disney World Resort – there’s palpable energy, pride and enthusiasm in the air, mixed with a healthy amount of anxious excitement – and today was one of those magical days.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/4zItGmMIDAI View the full article

Disney has recently released a few extras for Legacy Passholders. Disneyland Annual Passes They’ve gotten deals on shopDisney, in-person merchandise discounts, and a Passholder preview for the Star Wars Trading Post reopening in Downtown Disney. And now that Disney California Adventure is reopening for a limited-time ticketed experience, another perk is on the way. Disney announced that Legacy Passholders who plan to attend this ticket experience will “have access to a special opportunity” at the event. There are no details yet, but Disney is encouraging Legacy Passholders to stay tuned to the official Disneyland Legacy Passholders Facebook page. Disney California Adventure Keep in mind that this ticketed event does NOT include attractions. Guests will have the chance to walk around and enjoy some food and drink offerings, but rides will not be open. Carthay Circle More details about this “special opportunity” are on the way! We’ll be sure to provide you with the latest Disney updates here at DFB, so stay tuned. Read More About the Ticketed Experience Coming to California Adventure! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you planning on attending this ticketed event? Let us know in the comments! The post Legacy Passholders to Have a Special Opportunity at the Upcoming Disney California Adventure Event first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disneyland Legacy Passholder Merchandise Discount EXTENDED NEWS: Every Land Expected to REOPEN in Disney California Adventure Next Month If You Had Tickets For These 3 Disneyland Events, Be Sure to Check For Your Refund View the full article

When the clock strikes 1PM in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, almost everyone’s heart skips a beat. Rise of the Resistance It’s like a countdown to launch when it comes to snagging a boarding group for the popular attraction — Rise of the Resistance. Everyone wants to join the resistance and take a stressful journey to escape the First Order — sounds fun! So, leading up to the race to see who can tap “Join Boarding Group” fast enough, everything quiets down for a moment in the park. We almost thought that the mannequin challenge had made a come-back when we were looking for a place to sip our cocktail today. The only thing moving around us was thumbs — and they were poised to claim their spot with the Resistance! Benches AND open floor space were filled with people staring at their phones in anticipation of that one moment…the Rise of the Resistance Boarding Group drop. Disney kindly places a sign out front to remind you that you failed to secure a spot at 7AM We’ve been working to master the art of claiming a boarding group so we have some tips to help you snag a spot. If you don’t get a boarding group during the 7AM distribution, you’ll be gunning for the second distribution at 1PM. People freeze for a bit and time almost stops because these babies go fast! And if you don’t get a boarding group, you don’t get to ride. You got this…this time! If you’re planning to attempt to get a boarding group, we have a few tips to help you out. Ensure that everyone in your party who wants to ride is in the park and linked to your Disney account, turn off wifi on your phone, and refresh the My Disney Experience App BEFORE 1PM. Go go go! At 1PM, it’s go time! Click “Join Boarding Group” and confirm that everyone who wants to ride is selected. Once you’ve got your boarding group you can join in the collective woohoo-ing that is taking place around you. It goes FAST, so be prepared! Rise of the Resistance After just a few minutes, time seems to resume at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, as everyone heads to their next ride or meal! And, that’s when we can FINALLY find a seat! How One Magical Moment in Disney World Totally Changed a Guest’s Life 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 ridden Rise of the Resistance? Let us know in the comments! The post Time Stands STILL at the Exact Same Time in Hollywood Studios Each Day first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Will Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Impact The Epcot Food And Wine Festival? What Does It MEAN?! Check Out This Cryptic Note We Found in Disney World’s Toy Story Land Today! What Will New Year’s Eve Be Like at Disney World This Year? Here’s What We Know. View the full article

Here at DFB, we’re ALL about drink hacks. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort We’ve found secret menu drinks, tried exclusive sips, and even thrown it back with a drink that hasn’t been in the parks for over 20 YEARS! But today, we wanted to test our creativity, so we headed over to Barefoot Pool Bar at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort to concoct a drink of our own. Okay, to say we invented it on our own is a bit of a stretch. We came up with the concept — a Spiked Kakamora — and the AMAZING Cast Member did the rest. The end result? A mix of Parrot Bay coconut rum, pineapple juice, piña colada mix, and blue curaçao. And it looks SO GOOD! Spiked Kakamora One thing this sip DOESN’T have is Dole Whip — that’s a major difference from the original Kakamora Float. But don’t worry! It tastes exactly like our tropical inspiration, but with an extra boost of coconut from that flavored rum. That coconut flavor was always one of our favorite parts of the Kakamora Float, so the more the merrier! It looks just like the Kakamora Float, too! This drink was $14.75, and it’s pretty safe to say we’re obsessed. Just check out that beautiful mix of colors! Look how pretty! Make sure to ask for the Spiked Kakamora next time you’re at Barefoot Pool Bar — and let us know what you think of it! As always, we’ll keep you posted with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB. Check Out Our Review of the Kakamora Float! 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 going to try the Spiked Kakamora? Let us know in the comments! The post Hack ALERT! We Invented a SPIKED Kakamora Float in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: This Disney Drink Disappeared 20 Years Ago…But Now It’s BACK Have YOU Conquered These 5 Snack Challenges in Disney World?? We’ve Tried Every Frozen Drink at Disney World and These Are Our Favorites! View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Entrance 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 Animal Kingdom Food Updates In honor of the debut of Raya and the Last Dragon on March 5th, Disney’s Animal Kingdom has rolled out a bunch of themed treats across the park! Isle of Java The Baby Tuk Tuk Mousse might be too cute to eat (might is the key word here ), but we had to try it anyways when we spotted it at the Isle of Java and Creature Comforts! Baby Tuk Tuk Mousse The five-spice mousse is placed on top of a chocolate cake with a chocolate velvet shell and crispy chocolate pearls for the finishing touches. Baby Tuk Tuk Mousse (look at all that mousse!) Even though the Baby Tuk Tuk Mousse is adorable, there is a WHOLE lot of mousse packed into this treat for $5.99! Read our review of the Baby Tuk Tuk Mousse here! Dino Bite Snacks If you can’t get enough of Baby Tuk Tuk (we can’t), you can also find the Baby Tuk Tuk Ice Cream Sundae at Dino Bite Snacks. Disney calls it a “yummy sundae built for speed” with its chai spiced caramel cake, chai caramel sauce, vanilla ice cream, green tea cake crumbs, salted caramel crispy pearls, and an edible image of Baby Tuk Tuk. Baby Tuk Tuk Ice Cream Sundae The flavors are a bit different on this treat, so be ready for a kick of matcha whenever you try it in Disney’s Animal Kingdom for $6.99. Take a look at our review of the Baby Tuk Tuk Ice Cream Sundae! Dino Bites also has an exclusive cookie for Annual Passholders as a bunch of Passholder experiences also arrive in the parks! Passholder Cookie The soft sugar cookie is decorated with colorful Mickey sprinkles and a Donald Passholder Magnet image on top with some vanilla frosting for $4.04! Take a look at our review of the Donald Passholder Cookie here! Anandapur Ice Cream Truck Last, but not least, the final Raya treat in the park is over at the Anandapur Ice Cream Truck. And, my, is it BEAUTIFUL! The Mighty Mist Soft-Serve Ice Cream is basically Instagram ready with its colorful hues agains the backdrop of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Mighty Mist Soft Serve The soft serve is a swirl of strawberry and vanilla ice cream on top of a cone that’s been dipped in blue-colored white chocolate and rolled in sparkling sugar for an extra enchanting appearance. Mighty Mist Soft Serve It may be very pretty, but the Mighty Mist Soft-Serve Ice Cream is also very messy for $5.49! We recommend packing wipes or snagging some napkins before you pick up this treat! Check out our review of Animal Kingdom’s new colorful soft serve! Restaurantosaurus Lounge After all those snacks, you can wash them down with the four specialty drinks for Annual Passholders on the Restaurantosaurus Lounge‘s menu. You can sip on the Tyrannosaurus Wreck for $12, Fossil Fuel for $12, Pterodactyl Punch for $10.50, and non-alcoholic Triceraberry Pop for $4.99. Tyrannosaurus Wreck and Fossil Fuel We picked up the Tyrannosaurus Wreck mixed up with Blue Curaçao, Crème de Cassis, Diplomatico Rum, Tito’s Vodka, Hendrick’s Gin, Sweet & Sour, and a splash of Sprite… Tyrannosaurus Wreck …and the Fossil Fuel that included Midori, Tito’s Vodka, Sweet & Sour, and Lime Juice in the cocktail! Fossil Fuel The drinks had a kick of tartness and were pretty boozy! So, if you like a strong drink with great flavor, you’ll want to head over to Restaurantosaurus ASAP! Read our full review of the Restaurantosaurus drinks here! Ice Cream Carts When we were near Pizzafari, we noticed that the ice cream trucks were selling Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Biscuits for breakfast! Ice Cream Cart Menu Anybody else hungry just thinking about it? Disney’s Animal Kingdom Merchandise Updates Discovery Island Trading Co. On top of all the themed treats in the park, Raya and the Last Dragon merchandise has also taken over the stores too! Raya Display You can find POP! Funko figurines… Raya Funko POP! …pins… ‘Raya and the Last Dragon’ Pin …plush toys… Tuk Tuk Plush …costume accessories… Sword Toy …action figures… Sisu Toy …sweatshirts… Raya Sweater …tees, and MORE items inspired on the movies on the shelves! Sensory Shirt!! And, you can check out everything we found in Disney’s Animal Kingdom by clicking below! Here are all the Raya and the Last Dragon merchandise we spotted! We may have spotted the huge Frozen-inspired mug in Disneyland already, but it’s taken a trip over to the shelves in Disney’s Animal Kingdom now too! The MASSIVE Marshmallow Mug is perfect for your giant cups of coffee or even soup… Marshmallow Mug …with smiling Snowgies stacked together to make the handle. (Don’t worry, though — your drinks won’t all be frozen when you put them inside the mug!) Marshmallow Mug Since this mug is pretty big, we think it’s a steal for $19.99 as you chill out at home with your family and friends. Take a look at all the details on the Frozen Mug here! The Alex and Ani displays in the stores have now been updated with locked plastic boxes. Alex and Ani Display Guests that are wanting to look at the Alex and Ani bracelets and jewelry now must ask a Cast Member for assistance. Alex and Ani Display Boneyard Annual Passholders can also grab a few extra goodies in Disney’s Animal Kingdom right now since the Donald Duck Annual Passholder Magnet has returned! The magnet is available in the park Mondays through Fridays until 4PM while supplies last! Hey, Donald! And, we all know how quickly those magnets disappear, so we recommend making your way over to Disney’s Animal Kingdom soon for yours! Find out more details on the Donald Duck Passholder Magnet here! Island Mercantile The Skyliner Dooney and Bourke Bags have finally made their way into the parks and online! While we spotted them in the Magic Kingdom, they also popped up at the Island Mercantile in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Skyliner Dooneys The bags are decorated with various character-themed Skyliner gondolas as they soar across the sky with Disney World attractions and landmarks in the background. Skyliner Satchel Guests are able to pick up the satchel for $268… Purchase the Disney Skyliner Dooney & Bourke Satchel Online HERE! …as well as the tote bag for $268 as well in Disney World! Skyliner Dooney and Bourke Tote We’re already obsessed with them and can’t wait to take them with us during our next trip on the Skyliners! Purchase the Disney Skyliner Dooney & Bourke Tote HERE! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Entertainment Updates Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures Passholders can also head over to DinoLand U.S.A. right now to receive a complimentary prize when they purchase 3 game tickets during their visit! DinoLand What games are you going to play first? Read all the details on the Passholder experiences in Disney’s Animal Kingdom here! Conservation Station As you wait for the premiere of the film, you can actually learn how to draw the characters from Raya and the Last Dragon over at The Animation Experience at Conservation Station! Guests can make their own Baby Tuk Tuk drawing AND get a behind-the-scenes sneak peek at the inspiration for the characters from Kelly Marie Tran (voice of Raya) and Awkwafina (voice of Sisu). Hi, Tuk Tuk! The showtimes at the Conservation Station are running during 45-minute increments, starting at 10AM and ending at 4:45PM before Disney’s Animal Kingdom closes for the day. Showtimes for The Animation Experience We’re sure your Tuk Tuk drawing is going to look JUST as cute as Disney’s! Discovery Island Stage But, that’s not all the Raya entertainment in the park! We’ve been keeping our eye on the progress of the massive sand sculpture inspired by the film. Guests can spot carved images of the characters and the film’s logo now that the display is finished on the Discovery Island Stage! Look at all that sand! The sculpture was completed by a team of 2 artists as they constructed it from scratch for over 24 hours in the park. ‘Raya and the Last Dragon’ Sand Sculpture Raya, Tuk Tuk, Sisu the last dragon, and the Ongi never looked better! Find out all the details of the Raya-themed experiences here! Well, that’s all for this What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! We’ll catch you next time for more updates! And, if you have any questions about your Disney vacation, let us know so we can help you find the answers. 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 Animal Kingdom? Let us know in the comments below! The post 4 Snacks and 2 New Drinks Have Arrived in Disney's Animal Kingdom! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS and REVIEW! Thirsty River Bar Is OPEN in Disney World’s Animal Kingdom! Come See What We Ordered! NEWS! Disney World Extends Hours for Select Parks on Columbus Day Weekend Disney World’s Ride Wait Times Aren’t What They Seem! View the full article

The Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival will be starting in just a few days and the park is already getting ready! Spaceship Earth Some topiaries are already up in the park and the Festival’s new prehistoric garden is already available for everyone to see. Today, while we were at EPCOT we also spotted a NEW park map themed to the upcoming festival! The new map features the Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden logo on the front and the dates for the Festival — March 3rd through July 5th. It also features two individuals in masks preparing to enjoy some treats. A New Map! The back of the map has some of the park’s Health & Safety reminders as well as a COVID-19 warning. Health and Safety Reminders Inside the map, you’ll find a colored map of the park and a listing of all of the park’s attractions, dining, and shopping options. The Full Map Opened Up! Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure is on the map and shows that it is coming in 2021, which is something Disney has in fact confirmed. World Showcase in the Map The Future World section of the Map still uses the old names for the areas (a.k.a. Future World West and Future World East) and not the neighborhood terms that will eventually be used as part of the EPCOT Transformation. The map does show some upcoming attractions though like the future spots of the PLAY! Pavilion and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. Future World! You can see the listing of all of the attractions, dining spots, and shopping options here. A Peek at the Map Another part of the map features tips, information about Mobile Order, and more. Get Ready for Your Day in EPCOT While you can use the My Disney Experience app for practically all of your needs, it’s still fun to get a park map sometimes as a free souvenir! We’ll let you know as we spot more Flower & Garden updates around the park. Click HERE To See All The Updated Details For Epcot's 2021 Flower and Garden Festival! Ready to Plan for Your 2021 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Trip? Preorder the DFB Guide to the 2021 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival e-Book today! This 200+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well -- including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable Outdoor Kitchens Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Preorder your 2021 edition today! Don't miss a moment of the fun! Use code SPRING at check-out for a $2 off the cover price! Will you be visiting EPCOT during the Flower & Garden Festival? Let us know in the comments! The post NEW Flower & Garden Festival Map Arrives in EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The Disney Character Easter Eggs Scavenger Hunt is Coming Back to EPCOT! PICS & VIDEOS: We’re LIVE From EPCOT’s International Festival of the Arts! 🎨 There’s Something New in EPCOT…and It’s JURASSIC! View the full article

EPCOT’s seen lots of construction lately. EPCOT While reinstallation of the Leave a Legacy panels just finished, there’s still walls up around projects like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, and more. But today, we noticed some progress. EPCOT’s park icon was lookin’ just a little different! That’s right — the walls around Spaceship Earth are officially down! For reference, here’s what the area looked like a few days ago. You can see the construction walls near the left side of the base. Spaceship Earth (with walls!) And here’s what it looks like now. Goodbye, walls! It looks like we’ve got some fancy new hedges instead. Spaceship Earth (without walls!) This small change really helped open the space up, and it got us excited for the rest of the park’s transformation. As always, we’ll keep you posted with all the latest Disney news. Stay tuned to DFB! Check Out the Fireworks Testing in EPCOT Last Night! 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 all the changes coming to EPCOT? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: The Area Around Spaceship Earth in EPCOT is FINALLY Construction Wall Free first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS! Epcot’s Future World to Grow Into THREE New Neighborhoods: World Discovery, World Celebration, and World Nature! PHOTOS: Even MORE Leave a Legacy Panels Installed in EPCOT Here’s How to Navigate the Crazy MAZE of Epcot’s Construction! View the full article

Disney Cast Members can get ready to ROLL into Disney Springs to enjoy a special discount at Splitsville Luxury Lanes! Mickey and Minnie Bowling Balls at Splitsville Actually, make that plural: special DISCOUNTS! Because with a valid Cast Member I.D., you can score some deals on food, drinks, and gaming on Tuesday nights (but that’s not all…)! Let’s dig into the details, so you can start making plans! From 4PM – 11PM on Tuesdays only from now through March 9, 2021, Cast Members can enjoy 50% OFF bowling, feather bowling, and billiards AND 20% OFF food and drink purchases including alcohol. (May we recommend a not-so-little Splitsville Food Hack while we’re at it? Check out the Macho Nachos… made with Loaded FRIES!) Macho Nachos with Fries Secret Menu Item Partake in Tuesday specials while you’re there! We’re talking $5 Bud Light and Miller Light (19oz Drafts), $5 House Wines, and $10 Flatbread Pizzas. Bowling Alley Seating and Bar at Splitsville Oh, I said there was more, didn’t I? Yep… Cast Members can also enjoy 20% off gaming, food, and drinks from 11AM – 4PM on WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS! So, enjoy! Oh, and if we didn’t mention it before… we think you’re the BEST, Disney World Cast Members! Check out our latest Splitsville review here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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 bowled or dined at Splitsville? Please let us know with a comment! The post Disney Cast Members Can Score Big DEALS at Splitsville! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Splitsville Luxury Lanes is Getting Ready to Roll with New Safety Measures in Disney Springs What’s New in Disney Springs! August 10, 2018 New Ugly Sweater and Matching PJ Events Announced for Disney Springs (Yeah, There’s Free Dessert) View the full article

It’s almost time to sing “Happy Birthday” to Disney World! Happy (Almost) Birthday Disney World! Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary falls on on October 1st, 2021. But, you better start warming up those vocal cords now because, based on what Disney announced, we’ll still be singing Happy Birthday to WDW in 2023?! Recently, Disney shared some BIG announcements about the 50th Anniversary. The celebration is set to begin on October 1st, 2021. As part of the celebration, all 4 park icons will be getting an extra magical glow up. Cinderella Castle will be decorated in lavish gold decor… Cinderella Castle Concept Art ©Disney …Spaceship Earth will get a new lighting scheme… WOW. Spaceship Earth is Glowing! ©Disney …the Tree of Life will get some nighttime lighting magic… The Tree of Life Looks Gorgeous! ©Disney …and Tower of Terror will get its own unique nighttime look. We Can’t Wait to See This | ©Disney Disney says that these mini-transformations will turn them into “Beacons of Magic.” OoooOooo. Click here to see more about these transformations! Mickey and Minnie Mouse are also getting in on the fun with new costumes for the anniversary. Looking Snazzy! | ©Disney Disney has also announced a Global Ambassador for the anniversary, shared some information about a 50th Anniversary license plate, and made a special, anniversary photo and concept art book available for pre-order. But, we all know that Disney’s celebrations tend to last a bit longer than just the date of the anniversary itself. It’s sort of like celebrating a birthday month, except this time Disney World has decided to celebrate their birthday for A YEAR AND A HALF. The 50th Anniversary is Almost Here! | ©Disney Yup, you read that right. While the celebrations for the 50th will begin on October 1st, 2021, the party is actually supposed to continue for a whole 18 MONTHS. That means we’ll still be celebrating Disney World’s 50th anniversary all the way to around April 1st of 2023! The park will literally turn 51 and we’ll still be celebrating the 50th. It’s like how some people just stop counting their age after 30. Hey There Mickey! | ©Disney Now, it’s not clear how much of the celebration will be ready to go on October 1st, how much won’t be available until a bit later, and how much will still be available by the time we get to 2023. But, having the celebration stretch that long can be a pretty great benefit for guests. Park Passes for Magic Kingdom are ALREADY full for October 1st. So, if you haven’t booked your theme park reservations already and more spots don’t open up in the future, you might not be able to visit that park on its anniversary date. Or, you might not even be planning a Disney World tripp in 2021 at all. But, with the celebrations set to last over a year, you’ll have plenty of time to make your way there and visit all of the other parks for their unique celebrations. What a Sight! | ©Disney If you are planning to be in Disney World for the start of the celebrations on October 1st, be sure to get your Park Passes and hotels booked as soon as you can. We expect things will be quite busy! You know we’re on the lookout for ALL the latest updates about the 50th Anniversary and we’ll keep you up to date on all the latest information. Click here to see your guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebration! 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 for its 50th Anniversary celebrations? Let us know in the comments. 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We’ve seen some LONG lines lately in Disney World. Pandora All four parks hit capacity this weekend, and LAST weekend, the double holiday made for some major crowds. But when we passed the line for Na’vi River Journey in Disney’s Animal Kingdom today, we definitely weren’t expecting what we saw. The line started in Pandora, went across the bridge to Discovery Island, and then went BACK into Pandora! The posted wait time was 60 minutes. The people waiting must REALLY wanna see that Shaman of Song animatronic. Look at that line! As we walked by, we could see the end of the lines for Na’vi River Journey and Flight of Passage at the same time! Two lines at once! But 60 minutes isn’t THAT unusual of a wait, so why was the line so long? We headed towards the ride to investigate and found our answer: Disney’s hard at work with more bioluminescent painting! Areas that had been recently retouched were fenced off, interfering with the line’s normal path. Fenced-off line But check out that new paint! Pretty nifty handiwork, right? Check out that glow-up! So the mystery of the strangely long line is solved. Phew! As always, we’ll keep you posted with more Disney news and updates here at DFB. Stay tuned! Read More About Pandora’s Glow Up! 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 this long line? Let us know in the comments! The post The Reason Behind This CRAZY Long Ride Line in Animal Kingdom Today first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New to Buy in Animal Kingdom Park: August 6, 2018 Happy 22nd Anniversary to Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Join Us for a Photo and Video Celebration This Is The WEIRDEST Thing We’ve Seen In Disney World This Week View the full article

We spent our day yesterday checking out some interesting developments. Disneyland Stroll around Downtown Disney in Disneyland Resort with us to see allllll of the latest news when it comes to food, construction, and merchandise! Downtown Disney Food Updates Trolley Treats First up at Trolley Treats, we spotted that they have the pie-shaped Cookie and Cream Rice Krispie Treat for $5.49. Cookie and Cream Rice Krispie Treat We spotted this yummy treat in Disney World already and it seriously WOWED us. Click here for our FULL REVIEW of the Cookies and Cream Rice Krispie Treat! This spot also had another treat that we’ve seen in Disney World… Pineapple Mickey Cookie …it’s the Pineapple Mickey Cookie for $5.49. Want to see our review of the Pineapple Cookie? Click here! Jazz Kitchen Express But the most exciting treat in Downtown Disney yesterday HAD To be the Snickerdoodle Glazed Beignets at Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen Express. Yep, you read that right. SNICKERDOODLE BEIGNETS. Snickerdoodle Beignets These are available for $11.49 and they are a DELIGHT. Click here for our REVIEW of these beignets! Downtown Disney Construction Updates Newly Opened Stores Downtown Disney was pretty busy while we were there! Every store had long standby lines and several had virtual queues. Downtown Disney Crowds We noticed that the newly opened Star Wars Trading Post had a long virtual queue… Virtual Queue …as did the recently reopened WonderGround Gallery. Virtual Queue Avengers Campus Guess what? Construction was going on at Avengers Campus while we were there! We were able to snag some new pictures of the latest progress. Avengers Campus Construction It’s pretty difficult to see exactly what’s going on, but we definitely spotted some new touches being added to the outside of the WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure attraction. Avengers Campus Construction Downtown Disney Merchandise Updates World of Disney Now, on to the merch! We spotted these cool Mickey and Minnie Corksicle Bottles for $39.99 each. Mickey Corksicle These souvenirs are available in Disney World too. To see where you can find these souvenirs in Disney World, click here! World of Disney also had the new Castle AirPods Pro Case for $19.99. As a note, there’s a regular AirPods case too but it was out of stock. AirPods Case We’ve seen them in Disney World, but now Disneyland has the new Blue/Grey Mickey Phone Case and Pink/Grey Minnie Phone Case for $24.99 each. Mickey Phone Case Just like in Disney World, Downtown Disney has seen an EXPLOSION of Raya and the Last Dragon merchandise ahead of the film’s release next month. We spotted lots of kids’ apparel like t-shirts ranging from $19.99 to $24.99 and a sweatshirt for $39.99. Kids’ Sweatshirt Adults get some new apparel options too with two different t-shirt designs for $36.99 each. Adult Ongi T-shirt Some of the toy options include a figurine set for $27.99, a Sisu Dragon Figurine for $19.99, and a few dolls for $26.99 each. Figurine Set And of course, there were lots of plushes featuring the Ongi, Raya, Sisu, and Tuk Tuk ranging in price from $19.99 to $29.99. Tuk Tuk Plush See? We told you it was a merch explosion! Click here to see MORE pics of the Raya and the Last Dragon merchandise! World of Disney also had some new fab five merch with the Donald Duck Baseball Hat for $27.99… Donald Hat …the Mickey Mouse Picture Frame for $24.99… Mickey Frame …and the Mickey and Minnie Keychains for $9.99 each. Mickey Keychain Finally, we spotted a few new items (that we HAVE seen over in Disney World) with the Disney Babies Jasmine Plush for $32.99… Disney Babies Jasmine Plush …and the Dream/Magic/Wish Keychains for $12.99 each. Wish Keychain Wonderground Gallery Over at the newly reopened Wonderground Gallery, we got to take a look at the Jerrod Maruyama Home Collection. You might remember Maruyama as the artist behind Hipster Mickey! Jerrod Maruyama Collection The new collection features lots of items including kitchenware, decorations, succulents, and more! Want to see ALL of the new collection? Click here! And we spotted the Yellow and Blue Mickey Balloon Popcorn Buckets. These are not new to Disneyland but we haven’t seen them since the resort closed last year. You can snag them for $13.50 each! Popcorn Bucket That’s all of the latest updates from Downtown Disney! We’ll check in again soon! To see more of the latest from Downtown Disney, click here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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. Want to snag any of this new merch? Tell us in the comments! 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While Disneyland Resort remains closed, we’re starting to see some reopening progress. Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle Both Downtown Disney and Lake Buena Vista Street are open to guests for shopping and dining. And now, a hotel is planning to reopen, too! The Villas at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa are scheduled to reopen on May 2nd, 2021. Disney had originally planned for this hotel to reopen in December 2020, but had to push that date back in accordance to California’s stay-at-home order. Grand Californian Hotel & Spa The reopening is similar to that of Disney World’s Disney Vacation Club resorts in summer 2020: the rest the Grand Californian Hotel will remain closed while these Villas become available to Disney Vacation Club Members. Disneyland Main Entrance Disney has noted that other hotels in Disneyland Resort, as well as both theme parks, will remain closed. Additionally, most dining, amenities, activities, and services will be modified or suspended when the Grand Californian reopens. Disneyland We’ll keep you posted as we continue to learn more about this reopening. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news! Read the Latest Update on Disneyland’s Reopening! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be visiting Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel when the villas reopen? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: New Opening Date Announced for Disneyland's Grand Californian first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Build Your Own Gingerbread Masterpiece at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel! News! Disneyland Has Updated Its Hotel Cancellation Policy Ahead of Proposed Reopening Disneyland’s White Water Snacks is Getting a New Name: Craftsman Grill! View the full article

Welcome back to EPCOT! Festival of the Arts Yesterday was the last day of the International Festival of the Arts, so we visited EPCOT to celebrate! While we were there, we checked out some food updates and more. Let’s get started! EPCOT Food Updates Germany Beer Cart Mezzo Mix is back! After getting evicted from Club Cool back in 2019, this tasty concoction settled into the Germany Pavilion, where it took up residence at the beer cart. It was later removed again — until now! Frozen Mezzo Mix That’s right people, you can get your hands on this treat once again. Check Out Our Full Mezzo Mix Review! Sommerfest Next door in the Germany Pavilion, Sommerfest was out of Bratwurst. Sommerfest Menu You can still get other snacks and drinks at this counter-service spot, like Jumbo Pretzels or beer. Here’s hoping the Bratwurst will return soon! La Cava del Tequila La Cava del Tequila in the Mexico Pavilion celebrated National Margarita Day with a specialty drink! It was made with Centinela Blanco Tequila, Chinola Passion Fruit Liqueur, Fresh Lime Juice, and a Mixed Berry Bubble. Plus, it was served in a souvenir cup! There were only 100 of these, and we were lucky enough to grab one. Happy National Margarita Day! The drink had a pronounced passionfruit flavor without being too fruity! We were BIG fans. Check Out Our Full Review of This Margarita! Additional EPCOT Updates For the last day of Festival of the Arts, we stopped by the paint-by-number mural to check up on its progress. It looked like it was almost finished! It’s all coming together! We also checked out the chalk art. We saw pop art of Mickey alongside Lady and the Tramp… Chalk Art! …as well as an artist hard at work on Figment! Hard at work! And on our way out of the park, we passed the Leave a Legacy panels near the bus stop. Leave a Legacy Panels These have been here for a bit, but we wanted to remind you that they’re accessible to guests if you want to visit them. Read More About the Leave a Legacy Panels! That’s all for our trip around EPCOT! As always, we’ll keep you posted with more Disney news and updates. Stay tuned to DFB! Check Out the Fireworks Testing in EPCOT Last Night! 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 visiting EPCOT soon? Let us know in the comments! The post EPCOT Went HARD for National Margarita Day first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: We Found a Hidden Mickey in Disney World Near…Fish? REVIEW! We’re SOLD on the Lobster Chips and Hard Cider at Refreshment Port for the 2020 Epcot Festival of the Arts! What’s New at EPCOT: Valentine’s Ears, a Cookie for Under $5, and Disney Starbucks Tumblers View the full article

It’s been almost one year since Disney welcomed guests aboard their cruise ships. Disney Cruise Line When cancelations were first announced last year, guests who were booked for the canceled cruises could opt for a 100% refund or receive a 125% cruise credit for use on a future cruise within 15 months of their original sail date. Disney Cruise Line has since lengthened the window in which the credits could be used as more cruise cancelations were announced (with the most recent extending through April 2021). And, they are extending the use of cruise credits once again. Those who opted to receive a future cruise credit received an email from the Disney Cruise Line this morning informing them that they will now be able to book a sailing that departs by September 30th, 2022. And we’re able to show it to you thanks to one of our incredible readers! This extension adds an extra four months to the previous May 21, 2022 extension. Email sent to guests with cruise credits If you chose the future cruise credit option, these changes should be updated in your account automatically. If you’re booking through a travel agent, you can reserve an upcoming cruise of your choice with the credits already. And, once you’re sailing, any additional funds (after the reservation is paid in full) will be applied to your account as an onboard credit. Just note that onboard credit is non-refundable so will need to be used during your travel. ©Disney We’re keeping a close eye on all the Disney Cruise Line news and updates so stay tuned for the latest! According to Disney’s CEO, Disney Cruises Could Be The Last Experience To Reopen Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever cruised with the Disney Cruise Line? Let us know in the comments! The post BIG Disney Cruise Credit Extension Update! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: Disney Cruise Line Cancels Sailings Through April NEWS! The Disney Cruise Line Extends Disney Magic Cancellations Through June 7th! Disney Cruise Line Offers Extension of Future Cruise Credit for Guests Affected by Cancellations View the full article

We all deal with our own struggles — big and small. Cinderella Castle From fears and anxieties to allergies and disabilities — visible or invisible, everyone has their own challenges to face. And if you or a family member of yours are facing some of these struggles right now, you might think that a Disney trip is completely out of the question or will be ridiculously complicated to arrange. But, one guest’s experience in the parks shows that might not be the case. Instead, Disney could be just the place to experience something completely new. You could be inspired to take on those challenges like never before. Meet Winter. At a young age, Winter was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy. She had some serious food and dietary restrictions that made eating the foods that everyone else ate nearly impossible. But, when she went to Disney World back in 2013, the kind actions of one Cast Member would totally change Winter’s perspective about her food restrictions and what things were possible for her. We got the chance to talk to Winter a few days ago and are SO thrilled to share her story with you! ©Disney We started our chat with Winter with a few rapid-fire questions we just couldn’t resist asking! Favorite Disney movie? Winter’s response: Wreck It Ralph. Favorite Disney World Theme Park? Winter’s response: Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Favorite Disney character? Winter’s response: Vanellope von Schweetz Favorite thing you’ve eaten at Disney World? Winter’s response: Anything on the menu at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Polynesian Lobby Okay, now let’s dive a bit more of Winter’s story and her specific food restrictions during her trip to Disney World in 2013, when Winter was about 9 years old. Winter shared that she had a lot of allergies and issues processing food. She couldn’t drink regular milk or have things with red dye or lots of sugar. Foods kids typically eat without even thinking about it, like ice cream, were really just out of the question for her. So, ahead of their Disney trip in 2013, her family was working hard to plan out all of their meals. There were just a few spots they felt she could comfortably eat at — the restaurants at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, specifically ‘Ohana, were on that list because of the different options they had available. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Winter’s trip to Disney World in 2013 would actually be her very FIRST vacation to the Most Magical Place on Earth. Winter said that her family had saved up for this trip for a while, so they had been anticipating it for a very long time. She also shared that both she and her sister really loved Winnie the Pooh and were hoping to meet Piglet while they were there. Spoiler alert: they did get to meet the cute little pink Piglet! Hooray! The trip was extra special for Winter’s mom Denise too. Denise had never been to Disney in her entire life! She had saved up for a long time and wanted to give her kids the experience that she never got as a child. Piglet! But, Denise said that traveling with a child with lots of allergies was concerning, and ahead of her trip she was honestly a bit paranoid. As a parent, it can be incredibly difficult to trust any place will be able to have what you or your child need. This is especially true if you’ve had experiences with other restaurants or places that have only had SUPER limited options for your specific allergy situation. Denise said she called Disney ahead of their trip, she put their allergies in bold letters, and she did everything she could to make sure Disney was prepared to accommodate them, if at all possible. Denise said that she had heard about how Disney really could accommodate lots of allergies, but she understandably still had her fears, especially since this was their first trip there. She still packed ziplock bags with canned vegetables, chunks of chicken, and other things she knew Winter could eat — just in case. But, Denise said they were surprised they really didn’t need it. And day after day, she took less and less snacks in those ziplocks to the parks. Everywhere they went was happy to accommodate Winter’s needs. There Are Some Allergy-Friendly Disney Packaged Snacks to Look Out For! At one point during the trip they made their way over to ‘Ohana at the Polynesian to eat. Denise says that Winter went into that meal with an attitude of “I won’t be able to eat anything.” But, that quickly changed thanks to one special Cast Member. Winter says that they gave her a list of options of what she could eat, but she and her sister were looking at the regular menu anyway and really wanted to try some of those items. Throughout their entire trip, Winter said that Disney had been really accommodating with their situation. So, Denise, Winter’s mom, said she’d ask to see if any of the regular items could be made with some substitutions. Enter: Chef Jeff. ©Disney Chef Jeff was a sous chef at the Polynesian at the time and he came out to speak with Winter and her family. Chef Jeff took a list of ALL of Winter’s allergies and restrictions and went back to the kitchen to see what could be done. Winter says he then came back and told them all of the items from the “regular” menu he could make for them with substitutions. What Chef Jeff may have just considered to be a small action made all the difference to Winter. That day, Winter got the chance to actually eat what some of the other people at the table were eating, with (of course) the appropriate modifications and substitutes. Winter shared that school lunches were different for her compared to other kids. But, this experience of being able to be included and having the same thing as everyone else around her was truly an eye-opening experience. There’s Chef Jeff with Winter and Family ©Disney Denise, Winter’s mom, said that all she heard for the rest of the day (and the rest of the trip!) was Winter saying “I can’t believe I could eat that!” When they later returned to ‘Ohana for dinner on that same trip, Denise says that Winter went in with a totally different perspective. This time, Winter went in specifically looking for and hoping that Chef Jeff would be there so that she could eat a good meal. “Who is Chef Jeff?” Denise asked Winter. And Winter reminded her that it was the Chef from their previous meal there who had offered her so many choices. Denise shares that the fact that Winter even remembered this chef really shows just the impact he had. Aloha, Lilo! Again, Denise shares that when they got back to the room, Winter just kept saying how she couldn’t believe there were so many choices available to her to eat (thanks to Chef Jeff) that were still similar to the ones Winter’s parents were eating there. Denise says that being able to have that sense of normalcy was hugely important. Winter could eat items that looked similar to everyone else’s — that meant that she didn’t stick out at the table. She could feel like every other guest at the restaurant. Winter and Denise both said there were so many other spots where they felt really well accommodated for their food needs in Disney World, even at the buffets. At one point, Denise said they were in Magic Kingdom and they were looking for a dessert. They sort-of expected that the parents would get a dessert, and Winter would maybe just get a glass of water. But, the restaurant was able to get Winter something as simple as a cup of whipped cream with a special drizzle on top. All of sudden it went from Winter expecting to get nothing, to her being able to eat a sweet treat, just like her parents. That still sticks out to them to this day. Magic Kingdom The rest of the trip was filled with lots of other fun things and firsts — they got a haircut at the Harmony Barber Shop in Magic Kingdom, and got to go on lots of other adventures. But, the real magic happened when they got home. Chef Jeff opened Winter’s eyes to the possibility of substitutions to fit her needs. After that first trip, Winter says they sat down on the computer and tried to find recipes and substitutions they could make to accommodate her allergies. She said there were all kinds of recipes she’d basically thought she’d have to wait or be unable to try. But, Chef Jeff’s action made her realize she COULD eat all of those “normal” things if she could find the right substitutions. Winter Cooking Up Some Delicious Dishes! ©Disney A few years later, Winter was connected to Make-A-Wish to have a wish granted. Winter said that at the time she thought of every potential wish in the book. But, then they started looking back at their original Disney trip in 2013 and looking at their photos (a TON of which were in the Polynesian). And that’s when it hit her — what Winter wanted for her wish was to go back and cook with the one and only Chef Jeff. There’s just one problem — Jeff isn’t exactly the rarest name in the world. Disney apparently had a LOT of Jeffs and Denise said she was worried they really wouldn’t be able to find the “real” Chef Jeff. But, after some time searching, Disney told them they had in fact located THE Chef Jeff for Winter. By that point, Winter says she had grown out of some of her food restrictions and had educated herself on what she could make with substitutions. She was so excited to go back and show him what he had taught her and inspired her to do. Hey! It’s Chef Jeff! ©Disney And that’s just what they did! In 2018, Winter and Chef Jeff reunited. Winter said she was VERY excited to see him in that professional setting versus just seeing him quickly at the table. She said seeing him again was like meeting a friend. THE Chef Jeff Meeting Winter…Again! ©Disney The two got to cook up a special recipe together and Chef Jeff truly got to see how his one small act of kindness significantly impacted someone in the best way possible. Let’s Get Cooking! ©Disney So, what is Winter up to now? Well, she’s a high-school senior and is actually already taking college courses. She still cooks quite a bit and has even made the same recipe she cooked with Chef Jeff during her Wish trip once or twice at home. Although Winter looked into pursuing the culinary route for a while, she has now changed gears a bit and is looking at studying speech therapy. Winter says that she was in a speech pathology program ever since she was little. That program taught her how to advocate for herself and tell others what restrictions she has to get the accommodations she needs. She realized that, by going into that field, she could help other kids voice their own restrictions. Winter During Her Wish Trip with Chef Jeff ©Disney Denise shared that Winter has overcome a LOT of obstacles despite all of the odds against her. She also said that people don’t even realize the substitutions and alternatives that are out there. You can enjoy many of the same foods as everyone else if you just do the work and find those substitutions. (Did you know you can even make meringue out of chickpea liquid!?) Winter was even able to eat out during a trip to New York because she knows how to advocate for herself, and with her future in speech therapy, she can teach others to do the same. It’s Denise, Winter’s Mom! ©Disney Aside from cooking, high school, and college courses — Winter also fosters bottle-fed baby kittens! Talk about little ones with a special diet — these kittens have to be fed around the clock. And the names of those kittens? Most of them end up being…food-related like Toast or Peanut! Food-related cat names? Yeah, you’re speaking our language here. As for Chef Jeff, Winter still keeps in touch with him too and they even tag him on posts when they’ve got food-related questions. Winter and Chef Jeff ©Disney We ended our chat with the fantastic Winter and Denise by asking them what advice they’d give to younger kids or families dealing with allergies or other restrictions. Winter said her advice is to remember that there are options out there. “The only limit is how creative you’re willing to get.” Denise said that one thing she’d share with others, which she’s tried to instill in Winter, is that these things might be restrictions but they don’t define who you are and what you can do. Anything is possible, and Winter has learned that now with her cooking. Denise said that Winter is hoping to teach other kids to really speak up for what they want. She’s hoping to inspire kids to speak up and voice their needs. Get in line with your friends, don’t worry about holding up the line with your requests, ask for what you need, and get the substitutions that are best for you. Just One Act of Kindness Can Make All the Difference ©Disney Denise said that she wants to let people know that there ARE options out there. You might be able to take a family vacation to a place like Disney World that you never thought was possible. Even little things like getting a cup of whipped cream that’s safe for your allergies can be possible at Disney. What an Awesome Story from Winter and Denise! ©Disney So, is there a Disney trip you’ve always wanted to plan but you’re concerned about your allergies or restrictions? Or a food you’ve always wanted to try but figured you just can’t? Maybe Winter’s story will show you that anything is possible! And, if you do have an allergy or special need, maybe Winter’s story will also encourage you to speak up and ask for the substitutions you need — you might just have a life-changing magical moment like she did.  If you’re visiting Disney World with allergies be sure to check out ALL of our pages discussing how to handle that situation, advice, and tips. We’ve got a page discussing dining with a special diet in Disney World, a guest review on visiting Disney World with peanut and tree nut allergies, a post debunking Disney food myths — including the myth that dining with allergies is too hard, reviews of allergy-friendly Disney snacks, and an entire page dedicated to eating with allergies and intolerances in Disney World. You can also now see allergy-friendly menus when you go to Mobile Order an item in Disney World, so don’t forget to check those options for your specific needs. And if you eat gluten-free at Disney World, we’ve got a page with more information about that too. Snacks with Character A huge thank you to Disney, Make-A-Wish, and Winter and Denise for sharing this fantastic story with us. And, as Winter says — remember that there are options out there — even at Disney World. The only limit is how creative you can get. Click here to see our full page about eating with allergies and intolerances in Disney World. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! How have you handled special diet concerns at Disney World? Let us know in the comments. The post How One Magical Moment in Disney World Totally Changed a Guest's Life first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Three Surprising Restaurants We’re Shocked Aren’t Open Yet in Disney World! DFB Disney Dining Tips: How to Eat Keto at Walt Disney World Review: Limited Time Drinks and Classics at Walt Disney World’s Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto 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. Got your bag full of Disney items from shopDisney, but you’re waiting for a good sale to come up so you can get them for less? Fun Disney Face Masks Well, you’re in luck!! Right now, for a VERY limited time Disney is running a sale online that could save you LOTS of cash on tons of awesome items. Right now through Wednesday only, you could get up to 40% OFF select items on shopDisney with the code SAVEMORE. Up to 40% OFF! ©shopDisney What items could you get on sale? There are LOTS of options available, but we’ve picked out some of our favorites here. You can pick up some Disney masks at a great price thanks to this sale including the Mickey and Minnie SNACK Face Masks! These masks are covered in iconic Disney treats like the Mickey Premium Bar, cupcakes, a Mickey waffle, and more. SNACKS on Masks — Yes Please ©Disney The pack comes with both masks and is priced at $11.99. But, with the discount, you can get this 2-pack right now for just $8.39. Considering that a single mask is now priced at $9.99 in Disney World — you’re basically getting 2 masks for cheaper than 1 — which is a great deal! Click here to check out these masks! If you’ve got a little one who LIVES in their princess costumes and maybe even sings a lot about how the snow never bothered them anyway, then you’ll want to grab this Elsa Snow Queen Costume. The costume comes with leggings, a long-sleeve dress with a split-front skirt, two sheer cape panels, and glittery details. The Cold Never Bothered Us Anyway Right now, it’s available in sizes 3 through 9/10 and is typically priced at $59.99. But, with the discount you can get the dress for $35.99. Click here to get this Elsa dress! If your little one prefers to run around shouting about how love is an open door, then they’ll love the Anna Coronation Costume. This outfit comes with a satin skirt, a cape, a royal brooch, and more. Dressed in this, your little one is sure to feel like true royalty. I Mean It’s Crazy, We Finish Each Other’s…Sandwiches! The price on this costume ranges from $59.99 to $64.99 depending on the size. With the discount, that comes down to $35.99 or $38.99 (respectively). Click here to check out the Anna dress! Got a big collection of Minnie ears at home? Or maybe you’ve been waiting to buy your very first pair? Well, if you want to get a pair of ears on SALE, now is the time. The Sequined Black & Gold Minnie Ears are actually on sale as part of this special deal. So, it’s even cheaper now to sparkle and shine in true Minnie style. Oooo Pretty Black and Gold Minnie Ears The ears are normally priced at $29.99, but the discount brings them down to $17.99. Bring these ears home by clicking here! You gotta stay hydrated whether you’re at the Disney parks or just at home. One way to make sure you drink enough water is to fill up a tumbler and sip away. Well, with the Mickey Mouse and Pluto Tumbler you’ll be able to stay hydrated and add a touch of magic to your day! What a Cute Tumbler! ©shopDisney The tumbler features Mickey and his best pal Pluto, as well as other icons — some of which are floating within some liquid that’ll move around and spread glitter in the design of the cup as you take a sip. Gotta Love Mickey and Pluto ©shopDisney The tumbler is usually priced at $9.99, but it can be yours right now for $5.99. Check out the tumbler here! If you’re looking for more family fun you can grab the Mickey Mouse Diner play set. The set comes with a two-sided diner stand that has a kitchen on one side… Ummm We Love ALL The Mickey-Shaped Things ©shopDisney …and a countertop on the other to place orders and place the register. Look at Those Cute Photos of Mickey and Pluto! ©shopDisney It comes with all kinds of goodies like a fake fry basket, tongs, Mickey icon pickle slices, and MORE. The grill makes frying sounds, the service bell actually brings, the cash register makes sounds, AND the diner sign even lights up. Your little one will feel like a genuine chef as they cook away at this spot. WOW. So Many Things! ©shopDisney You can typically buy this set for $79.99, but with the discount it’s priced at $55.99. Get the diner play set here! This is just a small taste of the many items that are on sale right now. You can visit the shopDisney site and click on the “shop now” button by the sale sign to see what items are eligible. Or, you can look for a little note on the items you’re looking at that shows they’re eligible for the discount. Just be sure to use the code “SAVEMORE” at checkout. We’ll keep an eye out for more sales and discounts that you can take advantage of and let you know what we see. Want to get Mickey ears for a STEAL?! See how you can get a pair for basically just $4!! 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 taking advantage of this special deal? Let us know in the comments below what items you’ll be buying! The post Don't Click Checkout Without Disney's Latest Sale Code! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Save BIG When You Buy Disney’s World of Avatar Face Masks Online! TONS of Star Wars Merchandise from Droid Depot Was Just Released by Disney Online! Snag Disney’s New Floral & Lace Ears Without Leaving Your Couch! View the full article

We were browsing the shops in Disney’s Animal Kingdom when we noticed something WEIRD. DinoLand, U.S.A. We’ve had some fun finds lately: LOADS of Raya and the Last Dragon gear, unicorn mermaids in EPCOT, and a Stitch plush that’s just a little terrifying. But this new item flat-out confused us — so we just HAVE to show you. Behold, a Mickey glove keychain that appears completely normal. That is, until you take a closer look. Mickey Glove Keychain Why does it have a rubber tip?! Not to mention, the keychain was SOLID. Much heavier than your everyday accessory. Well here at DFB, we’re detectives, so we decided to do some investigating. What is THAT?! What if it could be a stylus for your phone? We tried that, and it didn’t work. So we “phoned” a friend — and he was able to type with it! The first phone we’d tried had protective glass…maybe that’s why it didn’t work? But you’d think if Disney made a keychain specifically to use on phones, they’d work around that issue. The rubber tip in question What if it’s meant to touch keypads so you don’t have to? You can hit buttons at the gas station or grocery store with this handy accessory so your fingertips stay clean. We don’t know if that’s the intended purpose, but hey — it works! We give up — we’re confused. Okay, that may be a better idea, but we’re still not totally sure what this keychain is used for. Do you have any bright ideas? We found it in Chester and Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures for $12.99 if you want to investigate for yourself. We’ll keep our eyes peeled for more unique (aka weird) finds around the parks, so stay tuned to DFB! Check Out Those Unicorn Mermaids in EPCOT! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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 this keychain is all about? Let us know in the comments! The post What's the POINT of Disney's New Keychain?! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Heads Up, Parents! Disney FINALLY Hopped On Your Favorite Shoe Trend! There’s an Orange Bird Shoulder Plush in Disney World — And He’s Everything. There’s ANOTHER New Minnie Princess Hat in Disney World View the full article

We spent a LOVELY day in Disney World’s flagship park yesterday! Magic Kingdom Some things are certainly different from the last time we popped into the Magic Kingdom, so we’re bringing you an update with alllll the news in construction and merchandise! Magic Kingdom Construction Updates Mad Tea Party The Mad Tea Party won’t be swirling you around through a wacky soiree for the next few weeks as this beloved attraction is closed for routine maintenance. No spinning temporarily Right now, the attraction is listed as reopening on March 5th and we’ll keep an eye out for any changes! Click here to learn more about the routine closure of Mad Tea Party! Cinderella Castle Some work over at the Castle definitely surprised us! The Cinderella Castle Moat is completely DRAINED! We just got the Rivers of America filled again and now the moat is gone? Empty Castle Moat We’re not sure exactly what work is being done on the moat but you can see that it is almost fully empty. Empty Castle Moat Work is being done on the stage at Cinderella Castle too. Cinderella Castle Scrim We’re keeping a close eye on construction so be on the lookout for updates. Disney has also announced an exciting castle overlay for the 50th anniversary. You can read all about it here. Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates Uptown Jewelers Now, on to the merchandise! Over at Uptown Jewelers, we spotted the new Skyliner Dooney & Bourke Bag Collection. Disney Skyliner Dooney & Bourke Collection This line features a Satchel for $268 and a Tote Bag for $268. Want to see more of the Skyliner Dooney & Bourkes? Click here! Emporium The Emporium had EXPLODED with merchandise celebrating the upcoming Disney film, Raya and the Last Dragon. We’ve seen most of this merchandise elsewhere but we DID spot a few new things. Raya Shirt Take a look at these t-shirts! You can snag them for $36.99 each. Ongi Shirt We’re apologizing to our wallets because some of this merch is pretty sweet — and we haven’t even seen the movie yet! To see ALL of the Raya and the Last Dragon merch, click here! Frontier Trading Post Speaking of Raya and the Last Dragon, we also saw this Raya and the Last Dragon Pin at Frontier Trading Post for $12.99. Raya and the Last Dragon Pin And that’s all the latest from Magic Kingdom this time. Stay tuned to DFB for all the latest news and pics from Disney World and beyond! Click here for more of the latest news from Magic Kingdom! 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. Headed to Magic Kingdom soon? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Cinderella Castle Moat DRAINED in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New in Magic Kingdom: Halloween Treats, Spooky Merchandise, and NEW Character Cavalcades! What’s New at Magic Kingdom: Pirates of the Caribbean Sign Makeover, New Pins, and A GORGEOUS Cinderella Watch What’s New at Magic Kingdom: Crowds, A 2021 MagicBand, and FUZZY MINNIE EARS! View the full article

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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Let’s throw it back to 2020. Rainbow Collection Disney released its Rainbow Collection in June to celebrate Pride Month. The collection had TONS of bright merchandise like rain jackets, umbrellas, pins, and more. And then, there were the sparkly Rainbow Ears. These ears just didn’t want to leave! In August, Disney had a 30% off sale for the entire collection…but the Rainbow Ears were tougher. They’re STILL here! Chillin’ on shopDisney. Rainbow Ears These ears are a pop of sunshine! We’ve got all the colors of the rainbow, plus “Love” embroidered on the headband. Check out that Mickey! But Disney is SO ready to say goodbye. If you want to grab a pair for yourself, they’re on sale from $29.99 to $6.98! And that’s not all — if you use the discount code SAVEMORE, you can get an extra 40% off. That brings your grand total to $4.19. That’s FOUR dollars and nineteen cents, friends. Click Here to Grab a Pair of The Rainbow Ears! Just keep in mind quantity is limited to 10 per guest — kinda ironic since it seems like Disney’s itching to get rid of them. As always, stay tuned to DFB! We’ll always be on the lookout for the latest Disney news. Check Out These Floral and Lace Ears! 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 going to get a pair of these ears? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney REALLY Wants to Get Rid of These Mickey Ears first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: A HUGE Disney Sale Ends Today! Get a Valentine’s Day Plush for $14 With ANY Online Disney Purchase! FYI: Disney Backpacks Are on SALE! View the full article

Throughout the past year – and especially this month – I’ve been truly inspired hearing the voices, stories and contributions of Black and African Americans. What is so special about our cast members is their passion for influencing positive change is not limited to their day-to-day role at Disney, but extends into the communities they live in to make lasting impacts, too. This is something that Leonard Spencer, director, Supplier Diversity, embodies and I’m so excited to share his recent, well-deserved recognition with you.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/0UtNzbrX364 View the full article

Since Gideon’s Bakehouse opened in Disney Springs, it has drawn in lots and lots of visitors! Gideon’s Bakehouse After a very successful soft opening, the unique cookie shop had its grand opening event with new flavors, merchandise, and more! Just a little bit after the shop opened, the virtual queue was already FULL with a wait time of 11 hours (!!!). The people need their cookies and peanut butter cold brew! Ever since, we haven’t seen a line quite as crazy, but there have consistently been long waits whether in person or virtual. But did you know that there is a way to skip the super long wait times and STILL get your beloved Gideon’s cookies? Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Cookie Gideon’s Bakehouse has an additional location in Orlando, and it’s usually much less busy than the Disney Springs shop! Located in the East End Market, you can take a trip to the OG half-pound cookie shop, and wait a fraction of the time you would in Disney World. Gideon’s Bakehouse If you see that the line for Gideon’s in Disney Springs is wayyyyy too long, or the virtual queue is closed for the day, but you need that cookie fix, take a ride share to the East End Market location! We mapped it out from Disney Springs to the original Gideon’s store, and it’s about a 31-minute drive. Map from Disney Springs to Gideon’s Bakehouse at East End Market When we priced a ride share from platforms like Uber and Lyft, rides were between $25-$30 on average. This is not the cheapest option to get these incredible cookies, but it’s a quicker option. Gideon’s Bakehouse If you’re out of luck at the Disney Springs location, now you know there’s another option to feed your cookie cravings. Plus, if you’re a huge Gideon’s fan, you can see where it all started! We’ll keep you updated on the latest tips and tricks to make the most out of your Disney trip, so stay tuned to DFB. See the 11 hour line for Gideon’s grand opening! 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 the East End Market Gideon’s location? Let us know in the comments! The post Do You Know the Secret to Get Gideon's Cookies WITHOUT the Wait? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: So. Many. Cookies. Get a FIRST LOOK at the Menu for Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs! Rustic Cuff Just Closed in Disney Springs — Could THIS New Spot Take Its Place? REVIEW! Take a Peek at What Cookie Heaven Could Look Like When Gideon’s Bakehouse Opens in Disney Springs! View the full article

ALERT. There has been a new development in the PeopleMover saga. We Miss You PeopleMover The Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover in Magic Kingdom has been down for refurbishment for MONTHS now. It keeps getting a new reopening date, and then having that date change as the refurbishment gets extended again. Most recently, the refurbishment was set to end in February, but that has sadly changed. In early February, we saw the PeopleMover being tested and just a few days ago we saw REAL people riding on it. We were counting down the days to the PeopleMover’s previously scheduled reopening on March 1st. But, now things have changed. When we checked the Disney World calendar today, we saw that the PeopleMover refurbishment is now listed through April 3rd, 2021. Screenshot of Disney Refurbishment Calendar April 3rd, 2021 It is not listed on April 4th, 2021, however. So, it is possible that the PeopleMover will finally reopen on that date. Screenshot of Disney Refurbishment Calendar April 4th, 2021 — Come Back to Us PeopleMover! It looks like we’ll have to go ANOTHER month just sitting and staring at the ride, waiting for it to reopen once again. Of course, this reopening date is subject to change in the future. So, we’ll be on the lookout for any updates and let you know what we see. Click here to see more refurbishment going on around 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. Is the PeopleMover one of your favorite rides in Disney World? Let us know in the comments. The post PeopleMover's CLOSURE Extended for the Millionth Time in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: PHOTOS & VIDEO: Real PEOPLE Were On the PeopleMover in Disney World Today! NEWS: PeopleMover Refurbishment Extended AGAIN (!!!) in Disney World The PeopleMover Was STILL CLOSED in Magic Kingdom Today! View the full article

Disneyland Paris remains closed. ©Disney Although World of Disney in Disney Village has been open on select days, the parks are still shuttered. They’re set to reopen on April 2nd, 2021, after pushing that date back from February 13th. However, even after this reopening, some events will be canceled. Disneyland Paris announced today that they are officially canceling Disneyland Paris Pride, Electroland, and Disneyland Paris Run Weekend for 2021. ©Disney Disneyland Paris Pride was meant to take place in June. The official Disneyland Paris website reflects that the event will not happen this year. ©Disney Electroland was supposed to run from July 2nd-4th, 2021, and Disneyland Paris Run Weekend 5th Edition was to take place from September 24th-27th. These events have been postponed to 2022 as well. ©Disney All three events were also canceled in 2020. We’ll keep you posted with updates as this situation evolves. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news. Read the Latest Update on Disneyland Paris’s Reopening Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Were you planning on attending any of these events? Let us know in the comments. The post Disneyland Paris CANCELS Select 2021 Events first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: News: World of Disney in Disneyland Paris Is Reopening for a Limited Time NEWS: Two Disneyland Paris Special Events — Pride and Electroland — Delayed Until 2021 News! September’s Disneyland Paris Run Weekend Has Been Postponed Until 2021 View the full article