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If Disney gives us an opportunity to get a new cup of coffee, you KNOW we have to take it! Joffrey’s Coffee And, Disney Princess fans are going to be hooked on the latest sip that will be available for a limited time only in Disney World! Joffrey’s Coffee is like a haven of themed sips and treats in Disney World. We’ve indulged in festival favorites at the coffee shops, themed holiday goodies, and even the famous face coffee option that we’re STILL just as obsessed with over a year later. Fairytale Love Latte But, Joffrey’s is getting a makeover fit for royalty since it will be hosting a limited time Princess Coffee in honor of the Princess Half Marathon that has turned virtual this year! Since the event is only running through tomorrow, February 21st, you’ll want to race over to Joffrey’s in Disney Springs to grab your own themed coffee or cold brew. We’re sure it would pair splendidly with your own Moana’s Wayfinder Bread or Grumpy’s Gooseberry Pie recipe made from scratch. That is, after you get moving and grooving as part of the Princess Virtual Half Marathon! We’ll be sure to keep you updated with more eats and treats we find around Disney World soon! Take a look at the ways you can train Disney Princess style during your next workout! 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 participating in any runDisney events this year? Let us know in the comments below! The post First There Was Face Coffee. Now There's PRINCESS Coffee in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Disney Springs: Dogs Wearing Face Masks, Four Pounds of Loaded Fries, and MORE! Pretty AND Pink! Take a Sweet Sip of the NEW Strawberry Nigori Sake in Disney World! UM, YUM! This Lovable Valentine’s Drink Is Back in Disney World! View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at EPCOT! We’re off to space! And, we’ve got plenty of updates to share with you! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive right on in! EPCOT Food Update EPCOT Experience There are two new brews available at the EPCOT Experience: Unibroue (interesting name choice) and Mana Wheat. New beer? Yes, please! We haven’t had a chance to try these out yet, but if we do, we’ll be sure to let you know what we think. Review: This NEW Beer at Disney World Is the Apple of Our Eye! Cool Wash We’ll admit that for a while, we totally forgot about Cool Wash. It’s mostly a seasonal joint, but it opened back up a few weeks ago for weekends. And it was open on our latest visit! Fancy a slushie? So if you’re at EPCOT on a weekend and want to try one of their custom slushies, you’re in luck! At least until it closes again (and we only know it will for sure be open through the end of Festival of the Arts, which is only a few days away). Yes, This Disney World Refreshment Stand Still Exists! EPCOT Merchandise Update Mouse Gear Every LADY needs this phone case, like seriously. It’s Marie from The Aristocats! Marie Phone Case We also turned up a St. Patrick’s Day Magnet. And although we were totally thinking it was too early for this, the holiday is actually less than a month away! We also saw this magnet in Magic Kingdom! Time to get our Irish on We’re sorry, guys, because the quote on this magnet gets us emotional. We Love You 3000, too! This quote makes us cry Starbucks Tumblers? You want Starbucks Tumblers? They are here! That includes the Cinderella Castle one that’s now a little outdated. So many tumblers… So if you need drinkware, you know where to get it. What Do You Get When You Cross Star Wars, Dad Jokes, and Mugs? Mission Space Cargo Bay We’re seeing The Mandalorian Streetwear collection everywhere now, especially The Child Beanie. We previously spotted this one at Animal Kingdom! It’s $19.99. Sweet Baby Yoda on a beanie Oh, look, Stitch Mugs! The old ones are on the left and the slightly creepy new ones are on the right. Stitch Mugs At least you have a choice in which mug you prefer! We STILL Don’t Know What to Think of Disney’s Creepy Character Mugs EPCOT Entertainment Update Flower and Garden Topiaries We’re less than two weeks away from the start of the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival, and we are thrilled to see all the topiaries start to take shape in the park! We’ve seen a few pretty plants and flowers pop up with butterfly topiaries appearing in EPCOT. Now, there are plenty more characters being added to the mix of decorations (some more creepy than cute). Bambi Topiaries Future World West was showing off Woody, Bo Peep, and her sheep looking like a picturesque family… Toy Story Topiaries …while the World Showcase received a LOT of topiaries for guests to admire. The UK Pavilion had areas dedicated to Winnie the Pooh and his friends… Winnie the Pooh Topiaries …Hook and Peter Pan having an epic standoff… Hook and Peter Pan Topiaries …and Tinker Bell casting some magic over the festival. But whoa…is it just us or are the eyes on these things creepy? Tinker Bell Topiary Norway, on the other hand, showed off the famous Frozen sisters as Elsa and Anna looked as gorgeous as ever. We’re never going to Let It Go, Elsa! The Troll topiaries in Norway are also a LOT of fun. Issa’ troll! Over in the China Pavilion, there are even pandas rolling in the flowers and grass as they have an afternoon snack. Have you ever seen anything so stinkin’ adorable in your life?! Panda Topiaries We’ll update you as more topiaries enter EPCOT for the next festival. Um, Disney, we still don’t know how we feel about plants having eyeballs! Harmonious Disney has continued to test the screens and barges as Harmonious construction moves forward. We’ve been keeping up with all the details that we can as we get a behind-the-scenes look at the progress and even see the first few set pieces. Harmonious Construction We noticed that there have been additional barges being worked on recently as they add the arms are tested and additional equipment is transported over the World Showcase Lagoon. Construction Barge Since Harmonious will be one of the largest nighttime spectaculars ever featured in a Disney World park, there’s still a LOT of work to be done. Harmonious Construction Barge But, we’re sure that it will be an absolute gem when Disney World’s 50th anniversary celebrations kick off and it has its official debut! Find out more details of the Harmonious barges here! EPCOT Construction Update Future World Waterways EPCOT has experienced a quick switcharoo over the past few days as EPCOT’s waterways were drained in Future World West and then swiftly refilled once again, like it never even happened. Earlier in the week, the water level had been lowered with rocks on the bottom exposed. Drained Waterway Within a day, though, the waterways had been refilled once again with the rocks now completely covered. Cast Members notified us that the water could be drained for pipe work or that the waterways were drained for additional flower or water features in the park. Waterways Being Refilled And, now that the Flower and Garden Festival is just around the corner, Disney has been making additions to the decorations park-wide. We’ll have to keep you updated if there are any other additional changes to the waterways or if they are drained another time! Find out the details of EPCOT’s waterways here! Well, that’s all for this What’s New at EPCOT! We’ll catch you next time for more updates. And, if you have any questions about your upcoming Disney vacation, let us know so we can help you find the answers! Hey Disney Artist, Thanks For Bringing This Energy Into the World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What are you looking forward to seeing the most in EPCOT? Let us know in the comments below! The post We Have a Love/Hate Relationship with EPCOT's Flower and Garden Decorations first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at EPCOT! A Secret Wall Crawl, an EPCOT Transformation Update, and a NEW Food and Wine Festival Booth! What’s New at EPCOT: A Limited Time Pop-Up Bar and a Restaurant Re-opening! What’s New at EPCOT: Tons of Food and Wine Merchandise and THREE New Treats in the France Pavilion! View the full article

It’s another wildly crowded weekend in Disney World, even if it’s supposed to be one of the “quieter” seasons in the parks. Big Thunder is down! Today, each of the four parks have hit capacity as guests make their way over to their favorite attractions and restaurants in Disney World. As things pick up speed today, a fan-favorite attraction is down while others have a surprisingly long line. When we think of the busiest rides in the Magic Kingdom, spots like Space Mountain, Peter Pan’s Flight, and Splash Mountain come to mind. But, things are looking very different today as a classic attraction from the mind of Walt Disney brings a crowd of guests that we didn’t expect to see on a weekend in February! Carousel of Progress Sign The Carousel of Progress is one of those places you visit when you need to take a break from the Florida heat or you need to rest your feet for a little while. (We’ll even admit that it’s a good spot to take a nap while listening to “There’s a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow” ). And, you know it’s a packed day in the parks when the Carousel of Progress queue looks like this. Carousel of Progress Queue The line wraps around the entryway ramp and pavement leading up to the entrance… Carousel of Progress Queue …while the end of the queue stretches farther into Tomorrowland. When we passed, the queue was only a posted 15 minute wait, but we rarely see the line look like this! Carousel of Progress Queue We’re honestly a little shook to see a ride that’s usually pretty empty FILLED with families who are willing to wait in a long line just to hop on the Carousel of Progress. You can only imagine what the rest of the Magic Kingdom looks like today if the Carousel of Progress seems like the go-to option for everyone in your party. Carousel of Progress Queue We’ll be sure to keep our eyes on the crowds in the parks over the rest of February! And, we’ll give you all the details you need to know about wait times, queues, and more before your upcoming Disney vacation! NEWS: All Four Disney World Parks are at Capacity Today 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 seen any big crowds during your Disney vacation? Let us know in the comments below! The post Have You Seen This Disney World Attraction With a Line Before? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disney World’s Ride Wait Times Aren’t What They Seem! What’s New at Magic Kingdom: TRON Coaster Updates, Gaston Tavern’s Re-Opening, and SO MANY Halloween Goodies! PHOTOS and VIDEO: The Dapper Dans Are BACK in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! View the full article

We’ve had a busy week at Disney World! We love you, coconut pineapple Dole Whip swirl, so so much We’re still seriously hyped up about all the huge announcements surrounding Disney World’s massive 50th anniversary celebration. We’re also wondering what some new construction permits for the theaters at Hollywood Studios might mean. And we’re freaking out over the mermaid unicorns we found at EPCOT — hey, don’t judge us! But as always, we’re also keeping track of all the restaurant menu updates and changes throughout Disney World. Because someone’s gotta’ do it — we don’t want you going to your favorite Disney World restaurant only to find out that your absolute favorite thing there is gone! And we want you to know about all the new food, too! So let’s get started! Magic Kingdom Aloha Isle Okay, so this is one of our favorite place in all of Disney World, because, well, DOLE WHIP. But we won’t lie, we’re in love with the coconut soft-serve ice cream in the Kakamora Float. We always dreamed of a day we could swirl that coconut soft-serve with the pineapple, and our day has finally arrived – you can now get a Coconut Pineapple Dole Whip Swirl. Insert happy sighs here And it is DELISH! It even distracted us from the fact that someone had abandoned several Dole Whips on top of a trash can while we were there — WHO WOULD DO SUCH A THING? Anyway, this new swirl may replace our love for the regular Dole Whip, and yes, it really is that good. We FINALLY Got the Dole Whip Swirl of Our DREAMS in Disney World! EPCOT Le Cellier Le Cellier, in the Canada Pavilion, is one of those hidden gems in EPCOT. It’s MORE than a steakhouse, and honestly, we could just eat that Cheddar Cheese Soup ALL DAY LONG. And don’t worry — that cheesy soup goodness is still on the menu (we would have major anxiety if it disappeared). But there have been a few other changes: The Artisan Cheese Plate has changed to Artisan Cheese and Charcuterie Plate – Selection of House-made Charcuterie paired with Artisanal Canadian and French Cheeses with Seasonal Accompaniments – price increased from $19 to $21 Mmmmm….steak. Seasonal Salad has changed from Baby Lettuce, Pink Lady Apples, Sweet Apple Cider Vinaigrette, Candied Walnuts, Phyllo Crisp, and Dehydrated Apple Chip to Local Greens, Plant City Strawberries, Sweet Apple Cider Vinaigrette, Candied Walnuts, Phyllo Crisp (Plant-based) for $15 NEW: Slow-cooked Veal Osso Buco – Braised Veal Shank, White Bean Cassoulet with Bacon and Pulled Duck, Roasted Seasonal Vegetables, Gremolata for $49 REVIEW: What’s It Like Eating at Canada’s Le Cellier in a Reopened Epcot? Oasis Sips and Sweets There’s a brand new cart set up in The Brass Bazaar in the Morocco Pavilion — it’s an extension of Oasis Sips and Sweets. The menu features Mediterranean-inspired snacks and sangria. And get this — most of the stuff here is actually pretty healthy, too. But there’s a catch — it’s also a little pricey. Sangria costs how much? We tried a few snacks from there, though, along with the $20 Shareable Sangria (!!!) and although we felt the whole “meal” was a little expensive, we still found everything tasty. But we also think there are WAY cheaper options elsewhere if you’re looking for healthy food at Disney World. Should a Baggy of Nuts Be This Expensive in Disney World? Asking For a Friend. Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Roaring Fork Let’s head over to Roaring Fork at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. There’s a BRAND NEW entree on the menu there. You can now get Western Chicken Strips served with French Fries and Apple-BBQ Sauce for $10.99. We’re guessing this is one of those things that could please the pickiest of eaters! Digging the vibe here Looking for some nutritious options for your kids that they might want to eat? Well, there are two new Kids Check Meals available, too: Wilderness Salad – Chilled Chicken Breast on Mixed Greens tossed with Apple Slices, Focaccia Croutons, and Shredded Cheddar served with Apple Vinaigrette, Dannon Danimals Smoothie, and Grapes with choice of Small Lowfat Milk or Small DASANI Bottled Water for $7.19 Chicken and Cheese Quesadilla – Whole-Wheat Tortilla, Grilled Chicken Breast, Cheddar, and Salsa served with Dannon Danimals Smoothie, Grapes, and choice of Small Lowfat Milk or Small DASANI Bottled Water for $6.99 Need seating? There’s plenty of socially distanced tables available. Come to think of it, we would also eat those things! But it’s always a good bet to have options for kids that don’t involve hotdogs and chicken nuggets (not that we have anything against chicky nuggies). What’s New at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Fort Wilderness Resort: A Fruity Cupcake, Activities, and MORE! Disney’s Boardwalk Boardwalk Bakery Okay, yeah, we usually go to Boardwalk Bakery to get some yummy cupcakes, pastries, and other baked goods. Mostly, we just get sweets, because that’s how we roll. But we totally changed things up this week and grabbed the new Tomato Mozzarella Salad that just got added there. Tomato Mozzarella Salad And honestly? It was pretty good! It’s got yellow and red grape tomatoes, along with fresh mozzarella — because you know we’re going to eat cheese in everything. It’s topped with a basil olive oil dressing. We ate healthy at a bakery and liked it — yeah, we’re shocked, too! Even better? It’s an affordable option at just $4.49. Review: Proof That You CAN Snack Healthy in Disney World Those are all the updates we have for this week, but you know we’re keeping an eye on menus and mobile order and everything else food-related, so we’ll let you know what changes we discover in the future. In the meantime, we’re going to just keep eating all the things! REVIEW: There’s a Solid Sports Bar Hiding in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s the last thing you ate at Disney World? Was it good, bad, or somewhere in between? We’d love to hear about it in the comments! The post Coconut? Pineapple? Find You a Disney Dole Whip That Can Do Both. first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The 31 Things To Eat In Disney World If You’re Obsessed With CHEESE!! FIRST LOOK! Get Ready, MORE Halloween Treats and Eats are Coming to Disney World! What’s New at Disney’s Wilderness Hotels: Resort Pins, Spooktacular Halloween Snacks, and a Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt! View the full article

Back in December, both the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines were approved by the FDA. COVID-19 Testing Site at WDW Maingate Complex Now, vaccines are being distributed all over the country to specific groups of people. For those of you in Osceola County looking to get the vaccine, there’s a new and easier way to pre-register. According to Click Orlando, The Florida Health Department in Osceola County will hold pre-registration events for the COVID-19 vaccine. The first event was held today St. James AME Zion Church in Kissimmee, and is designed to help those who are trying to pre-register to receive the vaccine. Health Measure Signage These events are not being held at the state supported vaccination site, but at local churches and organizations to bring the experience to the communities who need it. New ‘Soul’ Face Masks The Health Department plans to bring several other pre-registration events across the county. Healthcare workers are able to sit down with participants and answer any questions they have about the vaccine and walk them through pre-registering. Face Mask Sign We’ll continue to update you on the latest COVID-19 information in the Disney Parks and surrounding areas. Why a Vaccine May Not Be the Cure That Disney World Needs Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post Pre-Registration Events for the COVID-19 Vaccine Now Available in Osceola County first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: The FDA Authorizes Moderna’s COVID-19 Vaccine UPDATE: Here’s What We Know About the COVID-19 Vaccine in Florida’s Orange County News: Disney World Being Considered As a COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Center View the full article

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There are rides that you just have to go on when you visit the Disney Parks. Cinderella Castle Whether it be the most popular ride in the park, or an underrated favorite, we’ve all got those must-do attractions. Today, one of the most popular rides in Magic Kingdom is down. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is a classic Disney attraction, and even though it’s had some touch-ups over the years, things happen! It is currently down and Cast Members are standing around it. Big Thunder is down! When we spoke to Cast Members they explained that the ride was experiencing technical difficulties, and they are not sure if it will reopen today. Big Thunder Closed We’ve seen this ride get super long wait times, especially as crowds start to return to the parks. The parks are even at capacity today! Big Thunder Mountain Railroad We’ll continue to watch the status of Big Thunder, and we’ll let you know if it opens back up or if this down time is prolonged. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news! See riders evacuated from Splash Mountain Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What is your favorite Magic Kingdom ride? Let us know in the comments! The post A Fan-Favorite Magic Kingdom Coaster is Currently Down! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Three Rides Are DOWN for Technical Difficulties in Magic Kingdom Right Now What’s New in Magic Kingdom — BIG TRON Coaster Progress, Missing Food Favorites, and Valentine’s Preparations! Take a Virtual Spin on The Wildest Ride in the Wilderness: Big Thunder Mountain Railroad! View the full article

EPCOT’s International Flower and Garden Festival is just around the corner! EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Decorations The festival begins on March 3rd and we’ve already seen lots of topiaries, gardens, and floral details added around the park! Lots of the topiaries used in the festival are impressive, elaborate, and adorable (we’re looking at you, pandas). Some, on the other hand, are a littttle bit creepy . We appreciate the effort, but Disney, you’ve gotta stop putting eyeballs on these plants. Once upon a time, Disney’s Flower and Garden topiaries didn’t have faces. This photo of an adorable Tinker Bell from 2017 proves that you can still admire the character without it having a face. Tinker Bell Topiary Maybe some people thought these faceless figures were creepy, and we totally get that. But, sometimes they can be even creepier with faces! Cinderella Topiary In the world of Flower and Garden topiaries, there are tons of winners. Like this butterfly topiary that we noticed earlier this month. Beautiful, right? We think so too! It’s a totally magnificent and picture-worthy decoration. Butterfly Topiary Alas, not everything can be so perfect. Some of these other topiaries are picture-worthy too, but not for the right reasons. Now, don’t get us wrong. Sometimes plants can have eyes and not be totally creepy, as seen with these adorable Bambi creations. Bambi Topiaries Other times, it straight-up feels like they’re staring into our souls. We’ll show you what we mean. From afar, we see Woody and Bo Peep from Toy Story looking quite picturesque! Toy Story Topiary Alright, something’s going on with Bo Peep. She looks a little…suspicious? Bo Peep Topiary Girl, you good? Maybe Woody did something to make her angry, and she’s not doing a great job of hiding it. Is everything okay, Bo Peep? Alright, let’s move on to a classic Disney film — Peter Pan. Peter and Captain Hook look pretty normal here. Peter Pan Topiaries In this case, Captain Hook’s expression does a pretty decent job of portraying the rage he probably feels toward Peter. So, props to this one. Captain Hook Peter looks a little too gleeful here, considering he’s staring down a pirate with a big ol’ hook and SWORD. Maybe this is one of those instances where he would do better without a face…. Peter Pan Topiary Tinker Bell, who was once faceless years ago, still looks pretty cute. Tinker Bell But upon closer inspection, something is…amiss. Maybe she realizes that Peter is acting a little too chill in response to Captain Hook’s brandished sword. But honestly, who’s to say? One concerned fairy Now, let’s check out another fun pairing. Rabbit and Winnie the Pooh! Winnie the Pooh Topiaries Poor Rabbit here looks like he’s gotten some sort of googly-eye makeover. Maybe he’s stressed that we’re all in his garden. Just look at him, clutching his carrots for dear life! Rabbit Topiary Ultimately, these topiaries are impressive creations that bring some of our Disney favorites to life. But, we’re still not totally sold on these eyeballs. As we get closer and closer to EPCOT’s Flower and Garden Festival, check back with us for more updates! All of the Topiaries Coming to EPCOT’s Flower and Garden Festival 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! Do you have plans to visit EPCOT’s Flower and Garden Festival this year? Let us know in the comments! The post Dear Disney, Please Stop Giving Plants Eyeballs first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Breaking News! Dates Announced for 2020 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival! We’re Reviewing EVERY Food Booth! Follow Along With Us LIVE From the 2020 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival! We’re Reviewing EVERYTHING on the Menu at Primavera Kitchen at Epcot Flower and Garden Festival! View the full article

Well, it was ANOTHER rainy day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Pandora is just so breathtaking, even in the rain But we’re never going to let a little rain spoil a day at Disney World, so we made our way around the park to see if we could find anything new since our last visit (which was, ironically, rainy, too). Animal Kingdom Food Updates Ice Cream Cart So we’ve passed by this ice cream cart a million times, but only just stopped to REALLY look at it recently. And we found some interesting details on it. Not only does it have talking animals on it, but it also says “Baridi Baridi.” What does that word mean? So what does that mean? Well, the word “baridi” means “cold” in Swahili. So this is cold cold ice cream, which is exactly what we want on a hot and humid rainy day in Disney World. The more you know… . You’ve Seen This Word in Disney World, But Do You Know What It Means? Harambe Fruit Market Although the rain kept crowds light, the line for the Harambe Fruit Market was LONG. But we did find a Hidden Mickey in the seating area. Hidden Mickey at Harambe Fruit Market So the wait was totally worth it. Annual Passholders, Disney REALLY Wants You to Visit Animal Kingdom! Animal Kingdom Merchandise Updates Shoe Showdown of the Century So we’ve seen Disney Crocs EVERYWHERE, but there’s a new game in town, the Disney x Native shoe collection. And we saw a display that literally had Crocs and Native shoes side by side like it was the battle of the century. It is ON! So which shoe will be the victor? Only time will tell. The Crocs are priced at $49.99 to $54.99, while the Native shoes are $54.99. With similar price points, this might be a close match. Do You Know About the Bitter Rivalry Forming in Disney World? Discovery Trading Company We know not everyone lives in hot Florida, so beanies are a MUST this time of the year. So we found one for The Mandalorian fans — it’s The Child Beanie from Disney’s Mandalorian Streetwear Collection. Sweet Baby Yoda on a beanie! The beanie even has a pom pom on top! PHOTOS: MORE From The Baby Yoda Streetwear Collection Has Arrived in Disney World! It seems like a new Disney Dooney & Bourke collection launches every week. And there’s another one coming soon, but this one features the Skyliner! We found a “coming soon” display. Mark your calendars, Skyliner fans! February 22nd! The new collection arrives on February 22nd. Die Hard Skyliner Fans Will LOVE Disney’s New Dooney &Bourke Collection! Asia Market We were just wandering through the Asia Market and noticed that there are money trees in Animal Kingdom! We guess mom and dad were wrong about that, right? These are little trees made with chinese coin “leaves” knotted onto wire that represents branches. Money DOES grow on trees… Even better? This money tree is supposed to bring you good fortune! Heads Up! There Are MONEY Trees in Disney World! Medallions We first saw the Medallion Machines over at Magic Kingdom, but you can get medallions made for $5 each at Animal Kingdom, too! Cheap souvenirs? You bet! These print out characters from The Lion King — of course! The $5 Disney World Souvenir You Don’t Know About Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures There is plexiglass EVERYWHERE at Disney World right now. And now, there’s a little bit more. Chester & Hester’s added a divider to the plexiglass so that they can now have four registers open, rather than just two. MORE plexiglass Whatever works, right? This will make checking out a little faster, for sure! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Doesn’t Care What Your Calendar Says Animal Kingdom Other Updates Discovery Island Stage So there was a 40-ton pile of sand on the Discovery Island Stage! But what is up with THAT MUCH SAND? Well, Disney Imagineers are creating a Raya and the Last Dragon sand sculpture. How cool is that? It’s a work in progress There is still a LOT of work left to do — but we’ll keep checking on it and getting photos for you! We can’t wait to see what it looks like all finished! Can You Guess What This 40-Ton Pile of Sand in Disney World Will Become? WandaVision Bus So WandaVision is a HUGE deal right now (and yes, we’re obsessed!), but we were still surprised to see a full-on WandaVision bus when we were leaving Animal Kingdom. It’s WandaVision… on a bus! The bus is covered in the WandaVision promotional art. So yes, the hex has officially expanded to Disney World. Wait, are we in the hex now? Have we been transformed into sitcom characters?!?!?!?! The WandaVision Hex is Now Taking Over Disney World Buses?! So that’s how we ended our day at Animal Kingdom, wondering if our lives were real and if we were just humans caught up in Wanda’s hex. But it doesn’t matter because we’ll be back at Animal Kingdom soon with even more updates — even Wanda can’t stop us! Two More Dining Spots Were Open in Animal Kingdom Yesterday! 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 Animal Kingdom recently? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney, Just What Are You Doing With All That Sand? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Animal Kingdom: TONS of Pins, Pandora Gets a Refresh, and More! What’s New At Disney’s Animal Kingdom: A New Super Zoom Shot and a Seasonal Dessert is BACK! What’s New at Animal Kingdom: Trash Cans With a SPECIAL Purpose and Three Valentine’s Treats! View the full article

Disneyland might still be closed, but for wistful Californians, that doesn’t mean you can’t still get your Disney dessert fix! Disneyland Entrance At B Sweet in Los Angeles, they’re serving a menu of incredible sounding Disney-inspired desserts for a limited time, including fun takes on The Grey Stuff and Dole Whip! For many Disney fans, the sweet treats are one of the best things about visiting the parks. Clearly, the folks at B Sweet dessert cafe in Los Angeles feel the same, because they’ve whipped up an AMAZING selection of Disney-inspired treats for a limited time! Our Instagram friend @hungryhugh posted about two of the sweets, the Grey Stuff Cake and Dole Whip Cheesecake, and we are in AWE! @hungryhugh on Instagram The Grey Stuff Cake is quite breathtaking, and honestly much more colorful than we expected! That red center is brighter than the West Wing rose! @mybsweet on Instagram For those who prefer to tackle their Dole Whip with a fork, the silky-smooth Dole Whip Cheesecake looks like a game-changer! @hungryhugh on Instagram According to their menu, B Sweet is running these Disney specials on select dates through the end of February, along with some other goodies like Giant Turkey Legs and Poison Apple Cake. @mybsweet on Instagram If you’re in Los Angeles, go get your Disney dessert fix! Psst: you can get a Grey Stuff Cupcake without a Be Our Guest reservation in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which Disney snack would you like to see reinvented? Let us know in the comments! The post A California Bakery Clearly Loves Disney Desserts As Much As We Do! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Pixar Fest Eats: Jessie’s Berry Jubilee Funnel Cake in Disneyland Pixar Fest Eats: Pixar Ball and Grape Soda Cake Pop! Pixar Fest Eats: Peanut Butter and Jelly Eclairs at Jolly Holiday Bakery in Disneyland View the full article

Over the past few weeks, we’ve marveled at all the artistic creations and fun merchandise at the Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Now that it’s winding down for the year, it appears Disney has saved the best for last! International Festival of the Arts A true work of art, the Designer Mickey Ear Hat is a glorious homage to Disney’s number one celeb! Available for a limited time only, this gorgeous hat designed by artist Alex Maher is much more than mere headgear — this is a piece of mousy merch that tells a story! Designer Mickey Ears Hat Against its white background, which acts as a veritable blank canvas, the hat features multiple illustrations of Mickey Mouse animation through the years, from the old-school to the new. Designer Mickey Ears Hat And with so many Mickeys on the hat, it’s got more personality than the Seven Dwarfs combined! Designer Mickey Ears Hat While most of the hat is black-and-white, it gets pops of bright color with the name “Mickey Mouse” spelled out in blue, red, purple, pink, and yellow, along with a vibrant red-and-yellow “Mickey Mouse” on one of the ears! Designer Mickey Ears Hat On the other side is a vintage sketchpad Mickey Mouse, while the other ear has part of a Walt Disney quote: “…that it was all started by a mouse.” It even includes Walt’s signature! Designer Mickey Ears Hat Is it weird to get emotional over a hat?! Because that’s totally what is happening. Designer Mickey Ears Hat You can snag this limited-time hat at EPCOT’s World Showplace Market! Suffice to say it’s an absolute MUST-HAVE for fans of classic Disney animation! Match your hat with a new Mickey Mouse face mask, now available online! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which era of Mickey Mouse animation if your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Accessorize With Animation on a Designer Mickey Ear Hat in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: PICS & VIDEOS: We’re LIVE From EPCOT’s International Festival of the Arts! 🎨 Celebrate Walt Disney’s Birthday With A Special Pin at Disney World! This NEW Disney World Merchandise Makes Us Want a Fiesta! View the full article

The EPCOT Festival of the Arts may be winding down… Festival of the Arts …but there’s still plenty to enjoy over the next few days before it ends! And one of the things we love is watching Visual Art in Performance, where Disney artists take to the stage and create art right in front of our eyes! Today, we had the great pleasure of watching Disney artist Trevor Carlton create a painting of Mickey Mouse onstage. Trevor Carlton But here’s what we really love about watching Trevor. He can paint a portrait of Mickey Mouse while dancing to the sweet tunes of Harry Styles and Disclosure. And this is the kind of energy we are here for! We could watch Trevor work all day long, and he’s been a favorite of ours at the festival! But how about that painting? Want to see the finished piece? Mickey! He titled this one “Blueberry Mickey,” and we dig it! So if you ever have a chance to catch him during one of these visual performances, DO IT! It’s sure to both entertain and inspire you! So we’re saying goodbye to the Festival of the Arts with as much enthusiasm as possible, and now we’re ready for EPCOT’s Flower and Garden Festival, which begins on March 6th. Stay tuned for all our festival coverage! PHOTOS: The FIRST 2021 Flower and Garden Festival Topiary Now 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. Have you seen Trevor in action at the Festival of the Arts? Let us know in the comments! The post Hey Disney Artist, Thanks For Bringing This Energy Into The World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Review! Mexico Brings the HEAT to EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts🌶️ 🚨 EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts MagicBands Feature Figment and Dreamfinder! PHOTOS! Here’s Where to Find All The EPCOT Festival Of The Arts Photo Ops! View the full article

Sometimes you just need an extra boost in the morning or middle of the day! Starbucks! When we’re at Disney Springs, we love heading to one of the two Starbucks locations there for a quick pick-me-up. Not only are they convenient, but they often have some unique location-specific drinks, including the Robert Brownie Jr. (yes, that really was its name) and the Melted Snowman. So we hopped over to the Starbucks at Disney Springs West Side and saw some new St. Patrick’s Day drinks! We decided to embrace our inner leprechaun and choose one for our morning pick-me-up! St. Patrick’s Day menu! You guys — this was a tough choice. We didn’t know whether to go with the matcha drink or something else. But in the end, we decided on the prettiest drink, the Over The Rainbow. And seriously, this thing is SO pretty. Look at all those colors! A rainbow in a plastic cup! A Rainbow of Colors This refresher is made with Kiwi Lemonade and Passion Tea. It was sort of like drinking summer out of a cup, if summer were both sweet and tart with a hint of fruity. We also liked the added touch of delicious dried kiwi on top — yummy AND Instagram-worthy. That’s dried kiwi on top. Nom. But the most surprising thing about this drink is that it gave us WAY more of a caffeine jolt than we expected — a Cast Member told us it had about the same amount of caffeine as one of their coffees! So not only is this a light refreshing summer drink, but it’s also a great way to start our mornings! It’s a win-win! That first sip feeling? Oh, yeah! If you’re looking for something with less caffeine, you might need to skip this one. However, it’s a great alternative to morning coffee. Especially in a hot and humid Florida when just the idea of a hot coffee makes you sweat and you’re not in the mood for a cold brew or frappuccino. This one is ONLY available at the West Side Starbucks location at Disney Springs, so if you want to grab one, you can get it there for $5.75. We’re always trying out new snacks and drinks we find at Disney World, so stay tuned for more reviews! Review: Proof That You CAN Snack Healthy in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite special St. Patrick’s Day drink? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: A New Disney Starbucks Drink Takes Us Over the Rainbow! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Review: The New Starbucks Drink in Disney World Reminds Us of a Strawberry Milkshake The 2020 Mighty St. Patrick’s Day Festival Kicks Off at Raglan Road on March 13th! We’ve Got the Menu for the NEW St. Patrick’s Festival Whiskey Dinner in Disney Springs! View the full article

Lately, with all of our feverish excitement, we’ve been feeling like groupies for the construction barges at Disney World! Harmonious Barge It’s without question that EPCOT’s upcoming nighttime spectacular, Harmonious, is one of our most anticipated attractions in Disney World, which is why we get SUPER psyched any time we see new construction afloat. And continuing this pattern of eager fandom, we spotted another construction barge on World Showcase Lagoon today! Ever since we started getting details about Harmonious and what it’s going to look like, we’ve been following construction progress step-by-step, from backstage sneak peeks to the first set pieces! Harmonious Testing Now, in a sure sign of steady progress, we’re pleased to report that there’s another construction barge on EPCOT’s lagoon. Floating to the side of the pre-existing pair of barges is another barge loaded with heavy-duty construction equipment. Construction Barge Clearly, Disney is kicking things into high gear to get the show started this year! Construction Barge This heavy equipment is surely necessary, considering Harmonious will be one of the largest nighttime spectaculars ever created by Disney World! Harmonious Construction As usual, we’ll continue to stalk the barges from afar and keep you posted on more Harmonious construction updates! PHOTOS! The second Harmonious barge has arrived at 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. Do you think we’re close to a Harmonious launch? Let us know in the comments! The post Barge Watch! More Construction is Afloat for EPCOT's Harmonious first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at EPCOT: Bride Minnie Ears and Festival of the Arts Fun Photos! See What the Area Surrounding the New Ratatouille Ride in Disney World Looks Like NOW PHOTOS: Take a Peek at the Tech Being Used for EPCOT’s New Fireworks Show View the full article

We’ve seen Sorcerer Mickey in cupcake form, on tiki mugs, and of course as those ICONIC Sorcerer Mickey Ears! But the latest Sorcerer Mickey iteration may be the most epic yet! Sorcerer Mickey Ears Sorcerer Mickey has officially taken the shape of a larger-than-life LEGO Statue in Disney Springs! From Frozen to Star Wars, we’ve always marveled at the over-the-top statues that the LEGO Store creates — they’re truly works of art! Frozen 2 LEGO Sculptures As one of the most classic versions of Disney’s most classic character, Sorcerer Mickey makes TOTAL sense as the store’s newest statue, and they’ve done an amazing job capturing that Fantasia magic! Sorcerer Mickey LEGO Statue Filling the space previously occupied by Woody and Buzz (sorry, fellas!), Sorcerer Mickey looms large in front of the store, clad in his signature red robe and blue sorcerer hat, while waves crash around him. This is really making us miss Fantasmic at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Sorcerer Mickey LEGO Statue Utilizing his magical wizard abilities, it actually looks like he’s harnessing the power of the sun. Like only Sorcerer Mickey could do! Sorcerer Mickey LEGO Statue This iconic character is only fitting for Disney Springs, and we hope to see LEGO Sorcerer Mickey around for a long time! Disney’s iconic Sorcerer Mickey Ears are now available online! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of the new Sorcerer Mickey LEGO statue? Let us know in the comments! The post Sorcerer Mickey is Casting a Spell on Disney Springs...in LEGO Form! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Disney Springs: Halloween Mini Games, 80s Retro Pins, and a Boozy Gingerbread Drink! What’s New at Disney Springs — Halloween Shakes, Dooney & Bourke’s Anniversary, And Disney Tees Galore! Recipe: Learn How to Make Chef Art Smith’s Chicken and Dumplings from Home! View the full article

If you’re heading to Magic Kingdom tomorrow, you’ll have a little extra time in the park to enjoy! Magic Kingdom It’s looking like another busy weekend in Disney World. The crowds can make navigating the parks a little tougher, but occasionally, Disney will extend select park hours on busy days to help accommodate guests. If you’re heading to Magic Kingdom tomorrow, you’ll now have an extra hour to experience the park! Previously, Magic Kingdom was scheduled to be open from 9AM-7PM on February 21st… Previous Magic Kingdom Park Hours for the Week of February 21st …but now, Magic Kingdom’s operating hours on February 21st are 9AM-8PM. That means guests will have an additional hour in the evening to explore the park tomorrow! Current Magic Kingdom Park Hours for February 20th-24th There are currently no changes to the operating hours for the following days, but we’ll keep an eye on the park hours calendar and pass along any further updates! Going to Disney This Spring? Here’s What You Need to Know About Park Hours 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 in Disney World this weekend? Let us know in the comments! The post Magic Kingdom Guests Get an Extra Hour in the Park Tomorrow! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Hours for All Four Disney World Parks Extended on Select Days in January NEWS: Disney World Hours Extended in Early February! NEWS! Disney World has Extended Select Park Hours Beginning in November! View the full article

We’re going to admit it — we’re actually excited about one new dining spot that’s coming to Orlando OUTSIDE of Disney World. Tiny burger joy ©White Castle That spot is White Castle, which was announced late last year. And we’ve been following the construction of the new White Castle location near Disney Springs. Okay, so here’s the deal with White Castle — it’s a franchise that carries sliders (think Krystal, but WAY better), along with french fries, onion rings, and milkshakes. It’s one of those places you go to after a late night at the parks when you’re craving something greasy and wrapped in a bun — hey, we’ve all had those nights, right? The largest White Castle in the world! ©White Castle But we just found out something that’s going to make this White Castle EVEN better. According to WESH, this White Castle will soon be offering…wait for it… DELIVERY. Yes, you will be able to get those little wonderful burgers delivered to you in parts of the Orlando area. Delivery! ©White Castle As of Tuesday, anyone within a 15-minute driving radius of a ghost kitchen near John Young Parkway and Colonial Drive in Orlando will be able to order White Castle through Uber Eats or the White Castle website. After looking at maps, though, we discovered this seems to leave out the Disney World resort area. Boo. However, if they keep delivery when the real restaurant opens, you might be able to get these babies delivered to your Disney World hotel. Yum! ©White Castle But if you’re staying elsewhere in Orlando, look it up — you might just be able to get those yummy little sliders delivered straight to your hotel! As always, we’ll keep you updated on the new White Castle location, and get you more details when they’re available! We Tried to Get Disney World Food Delivered…Again. Here’s What Happened. 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 tried White Castle? Let us know in the comments! The post White Castle Will Soon Deliver To Orlando -- But Not To Disney World 😢 first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Review: New Late Night Menu and Forbidden Lounge at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs Disney World’s Latest Must-Have Milkshakes Are HERE! Review: The Boathouse in Disney Springs: Still Smooth Sailing or Adrift at Sea? View the full article

If you’re planning a trip to Disney World during the first week in May, we’ve got an important update for you! Magic Kingdom We’ve been keeping a close eye on the Disney World park hours as they’re released. Recently, the hours were made available through May 1st. And now, hours have also been released for the following week as well! Let’s take a look at the hours for each park! From May 2nd through May 8th, the operating hours at Magic Kingdom are currently scheduled as 9AM-6PM. Magic Kingdom Park Hours May 2nd-8th From May 2nd through May 8th, the operating hours at EPCOT are currently scheduled as 11AM-7PM. EPCOT Park Hours May 2nd-8th From May 2nd through May 8th, the operating hours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios are currently scheduled as 10AM-7PM. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Park Hours May 2nd-8th From May 2nd through May 8th, the operating hours at Disney’s Animal Kingdom are currently scheduled as 9AM-5PM. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park Hours May 2nd-8th We’ll continue to keep an eye on the park hours, as they are sometimes extended as the dates draw closer, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest updates! What Will It Take to Increase Disney Theme Park Capacity? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you have a Disney World trip planned in May? Let us know in the comment! The post Disney World Park Hours Released Through May 8th first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Hours for All Four Disney World Parks Extended on Select Days in January NEWS: Disney World Hours Extended in Early February! News: Disney Releases More Park Hours for February 2021! View the full article

Disneyland has been closed for almost a full year now. Disneyland is closed While local officials have voted in favor to speed the reopening of large California theme parks, Disney has announced some changes that will affect many of Disneyland’s guests. One of those changes was the cancellation of the Disneyland Annual Passholder program. While Disneyland mulls over a new membership program, the company is now referring to passholders as “Legacy Passholders.” Those passholders are still eligible for certain perks, including discounts on merchandise. However, another new perk may be on the way for those who become members of the new program in the works. Star Wars Trading Post in Downtown Disney Disneyland is considering adding a special entrance to its parks for passholders. According to the Orange County Register, Disneyland recently sent out a survey asking passholders about a dedicated entrance for them. Parts of California Adventure are currently open With analysts concluding that almost 50% of Disneyland guests were passholders, it seems that Disney is trying to get feedback on what kind of perks a new membership program should have. Disneyland caters more to locals than Disney World, and its membership program will have to consider that moving forward. Downtown Disney is currently open Disneyland has also surveyed guests about monthly payments on annual passes, as well as about prices, preferred times to visit, and visitation frequency. As soon as Disneyland announces more details about the new membership program, we’ll let you know. THANK YOU, Disneyland! Starbucks Reopened This Week! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Were you a Disneyland Annual Passholder? Let us know in the comments! The post Disneyland To Consider Adding Dedicated Entrance for Passholders first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: We’re Breaking Down the Disneyland Annual Passholder Refunds PICS: FREE Annual Passholder Magnet Now Available With Any Purchase at Disneyland Resort What Could Disneyland’s New Membership Options Look Like? Here’s What We Know View the full article

If you were hoping to plan a last-minute visit to the parks today, you might be out of luck! EPCOT We noticed some heavy crowds in Disney World last weekend. And it looks like this will be another busy weekend at the parks! The Disney Park Pass reservations for all four Disney World parks are completely sold out today. The availability at all four parks is completely gone today for all types of guests, including those staying at a Disney World Resort hotel… Disney Park Pass Availability for Resort Guests …those that hold a regular theme park ticket… Disney Park Pass Availability for Theme Park Ticket Guests …and those with an Annual Pass. Disney Park Pass Availability for Annual Passholders With Disney Park Pass reservations at capacity, we’ll keep an eye on the crowds today to see whether they feel noticeably heavier. Stay tuned to DFB for more updates! A rainy day in Disney’s Animal Kingdom made for light crowds earlier this week! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you have a Disney Park Pass reservation for today? Let us know in the comments. The post NEWS: All Four Disney World Parks are at Capacity Today first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: More Park Pass Reservations are Now Available for Disney World Annual Passholders! Disney World Park Pass Availability is Now OPEN for all Ticket Types on Labor Day! Don’t Wait! Disney World Has Made MORE Park Pass Reservations Available for Thanksgiving Week! View the full article

Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video covering all the latest Disney news! Magic Kingdom Whether you’re starting to plan next year’s Disney World trip or you’re hoping to see Disneyland’s Pixar Pier for the first time in a year, we’ve got the news updates that are gonna help you plan this week! We’ve also got some extended park hours to tell you about along with some new snacks and construction updates. Check out all of the latest Disney news below! And if you love this video, there’s plenty more for you to enjoy over on our DFB YouTube Channel! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/subscribe.png So check out the video and then let us know: Are you planning a Disney World trip next year? The post DFB Video: Latest Disney News: 50th Anniversary Details, What's Opening in Disneyland, 2022 Vacation News & MORE first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: DFB Video: Latest Disney News: More Ride Closures, Extended Park Hours, Valentine’s Snacks and MORE DFB Video: Latest Disney Parks News: Epcot Closures Have Begun, New Restaurants, and LOTS of Aqua Snacks! DFB Video: 25 Disney World Snacks You MUST Get in 2020! View the full article

Did you know that there are over 400 dining options at Disney World? Cinderella’s Royal Table And almost every restaurant has its own theming and story! For example, the restaurant inside Cinderella Castle is Cinderella’s Royal Table, where you can dine with Cindy IN her grand castle. Or consider Liberty Tree Tavern, where you can FEAST on a meal fit for patriots in colonial rooms where it’s Thanksgiving ALL YEAR. But with all the over-the-top themed dining, there are several ideas that we’ve wanted to see that just haven’t happened! So here are the restaurants we think Disney needs to build ASAP. Tiana’s Place Gumbo, Shrimp Etoufee, Bananas Foster. Imagine the possibilities if the princess of Cajun cooking got her own joint in Disney World. Technically, Tiana’s Place does exist on the Disney Wonder cruise ship. But the idea of a Princess and the Frog restaurant was also a concept rumored for Reflections — A Disney Lakeside Lodge (which Disney has covertly removed from its blog posts). And that concept included a waterfront “on the bayou” dining experience. Tiana’s Place ©Disney One great reason for putting in a Tiana’s Place at Disney World is that Disney is about to give Tiana a lot more exposure — Splash Mountain is due for a refurb that will retheme it to The Princess and the Frog. The movie gave you a blueprint for exactly what miss Tiana had in mind for her gran eatery. If that’s too big of a scope, it could mimic the one on the Disney Wonder, which features Louisiana-inspired food and live jazz music. Tiana’s Place on the Disney Wonder ©Disney How much fun would that be? Over at Disneyland, THREE restaurants (Blue Bayou, French Market Restaurant, and Cafe Orleans) are themed to Louisiana cuisine (they DO have a New Orleans Square, after all), so would it hurt Disney World to put in ONE great sit-down restaurant with New Orleans staples like Red Beans and Rice and beignets? Get a Crawfish Hot Dog for Mardi Gras in Disney World! Zero To Hero Gyros Here’s a question for ‘ya: why does Disney World not have a Greek restaurant? Yes, there is often a popular Greek Festival Booth at the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival — and the Spanakopita turned up at the Wine and Dine Featuring Festival Favorites booth last year. There certainly seems to be enough of a demand for Greek food at Disney World. Greece Festival Booth So we came up with a great idea for a Greek restaurant at Disney World: Zero to Hero Gyros. Yes, it’s Hercules-themed. Yes, there will be Pegasus Sippers. And it will feature a menu of Greek favorites, including gyros, souvlaki, moussaka, Greek salads, and stuff loaded with tzatziki sauce! And of course, that Spanakopita would be on the menu, too! Spanakopita Cross-Section Greek food tends to fare on the healthier side, so this would be a great option for those wishing to dine healthier at Disney World! Call us, Disney, we have IDEAS. Review! This Salad Serves Up Unexpected Mediterranean Flavors in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Snuggly Duckling Hey, Disney, we’ve got a dream — a Snuggly Duckling Pub in Magic Kingdom! Rapunzel’s Tower is RIGHT THERE (ahem…as a bathroom), so this totally makes sense! And now alcohol is available in some restaurants at Magic Kingdom, so why not have a place to grab a drink and meal that’s themed around the pub in Tangled? Snuggly Duckling Pub ©Disney First, Shanghai Disneyland already has something very similar — the Tangled Tree Tavern, a quick service location that serves up various rice dishes, such as Roasted Chicken with Rice. Meanwhile, Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Magic features Rapunzel’s Royal Table, a sit-down restaurant set in the Kingdom of Corona on Rapunzel’s birthday. Tangled: The Musical ©Disney Fantasyland desperately needs more dining options and putting a Tangled– themed pub in there somewhere just really makes sense. Even better? Add in some entertainment (we wouldn’t say no to a Tangled musical theatre experience)! Celebrate Tangled’s 10th Anniversary With 3 New Disney Loungeflys Mudka’s Meat Hut We’re sure we’re not the only ones who think that The Emperor’s New Groove needs more of a presence at Disney World! And although we don’t think we’ll ever get an awesome roller coaster like the tunnel that leads to Yzma’s secret lab (really, Disney, it’s a no-brainer!), could we at least get an Emperor’s New Groove-themed eatery? How about Mudka’s Meat Hut? Mudka’s Meat Hut ©Disney Not only should the menu feature Kronk’s signature spinach puffs, but the iconic Meat Mug is a merchandising opportunity READY to happen. It could be something like a shepherd’s pie baked into a mug, and guests get to take the mug home (for a price, of course). We’re geniuses! Spinach Puffs! ©Disney And yes, we would so eat at a place with the words “Meat Hut” in the name, but there’s also a real opportunity to bring in meatless recipes, with ingredients using one of Disney’s many plant-based meat alternatives. Disney World needs some more good vegan dining options, after all, and Mudka’s Meat Hut could be a place where both vegans and non-vegans could share a great meal! Disney Recipe Inspired by ‘The Emperor & New Groove’ Is Pure Running Fuel! Star Wars Dinner Show So this next one actually came pretty close to happening. How close? Like, “concept art was made” close: Concept Art ©Disney This sit-down restaurant was (very VERY briefly) shared early on in the initial release of info about Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. It was cut as the land developed. This left us with a wonder of what could have been? Oga’s Cantina is WILDLY popular, so wouldn’t it make sense to have more ways for guests to immerse themselves in Star Wars (in a park lacking in sit-down dining options)? Oga’s Cantina We know there WILL be dining experiences, like Silver C Lounge, at Disney’s Star Wars hotel, Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. Here’s hoping that maybe one day we can all experience an out of this world galactic dining experience on Batuu. PHOTOS! Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Construction Update in Disney World! So despite Disney already having SO many restaurants, we think these five ideas are unique enough to work at Disney World. Maybe the Imagineers are paying attention, so we’ll see what new restaurant projects get announced over the next year or so! DFB Video: Why You’ve Never Heard of These Disney World Restaurants Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you have any ideas about a Disney restaurant that needs to be built? Share it in the comments! The post Dear Disney, Build These 5 Restaurants (Pretty Please?) first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Depending on the time of year, Disney typically has a few attractions that are down for maintenance at any given time. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort We keep you up to date on everything that’s closed in Disney World so you know what to expect on your vacation! Here’s everything that will be unavailable between February 22nd and February 28th, 2021. Magic Kingdom Refurbishments Hall of Presidents A tradition is taking place at this classic attraction! After each newly-elected president takes office, the Hall of Presidents goes down for refurbishment while Disney adds an audio-animatronic of the new president. Right now, they’re busy adding President Joe Biden! The Hall of Presidents The show closed in January, and we haven’t received any updates on when it’ll open back up. We’ll keep you posted when Disney announces more! Get More Details About the Hall of Presidents’ Refurbishment! Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover It will likely be shocking to no one that the PeopleMover…remains…closed. The PeopleMover has had a tough year! It originally closed in March 2020 and did not reopen with the park that July. In fact, Disney has pushed back its reopening date a few times. PeopleMover Closure Our favorite highway in the sky is currently scheduled to reopen on March 1st, 2021. We recently spotted Cast Members onboard testing the ride vehicles (yes, those are REAL people on the PeopleMover!), so we have our fingers crossed! Read More About the PeopleMover’s Closure! Walt Disney World Railroad Speaking of classic Disney attractions that are (STILL) unavailable — the Walt Disney World Railroad has been closed for almost 2 years! The TRON: Lightcycle Run construction in Tomorrowland is obstructing its path around the park, so it’s currently inoperable. TRON Construction We’re guessing TRON construction will have to make some MAJOR progress before the railroad can open back up. And since completion of TRON may not be finished until 2022, we could have a while to wait. Check Out the Main Street, U.S.A. Train Station’s New Look! Mad Tea Party This colorful, dizzying icon is going down for refurbishment on February 22nd. Disney hasn’t specified what work will be done, but it should be quick — the ride is scheduled to be back up after March 5th! You Spin Me Right Round, Baby, Right Round We’ll keep you posted as we learn more! Read About the Mad Tea Party’s Closure! Animal Kingdom Refurbishments Kali River Rapids In the winter, there’s less demand for water rides, so we’ll often see them go down for refurbishment. Such is the case for Kali River Rapids, which has been closed for routine maintenance since early January 2020! Kali River Rapids The closure is scheduled to continue through April 2nd, 2021. Get Details on Kali River Rapids’ Closure! EPCOT Refurbishments Rose and Crown Dining Room Rose and Crown Dining Room closed for refurbishment on February 15th. The quick-service location in EPCOT’s United Kingdom Pavilion is expected to open back up in early spring. Rose and Crown In the meantime, you can head over to Yorkshire County Fish Shop for some British eats! The Rose and Crown Pub will also remain open. Read More About Rose and Crown’s Closure! Disney World Resort Refurbishments Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is undergoing some major construction. The monorail station is closed for refurbishment (actually…it’s basically totally GONE right now!), the rooms are receiving a Moana makeover, and the entrance and lobby are being transformed. We even spotted some cool new Cast Member costumes! Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Over by the pool, Kiki Tikis Splash Play area is also closed for refurbishment through March 2021. And all the other construction around the Polynesian should wrap up this summer! Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Some other Disney pools are getting an upgrade, too! The Hippy Dippy Pool at Disney’s Pop Century Resort and the Big Blue Pool at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort are both closed for refurbishment. The Hippy Dippy Pool is expected to reopen in early March, while the Big Blue Pool should reopen in early April. Big Blue Pool February 2021 temporary closures are also taking place at the Paddock Pool waterslide at Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa, and at the Stormalong Bay waterslide at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts. Stormalong Bay Both pools will stay open during this construction. Read More About the Hippy Dippy Pool’s Refurbishment! If you’re visiting Disney in the next few weeks, you’ll also want to keep in mind some upcoming scheduled temporary closures. The Swiss Family Treehouse will be closed March 12th through March 25th, 2021, and It’s Tough to Be a Bug will be closed March 8th through March 11th, 2021. We’ll keep bringing you all the latest refurbishment news and updates, so stay tuned to DFB! Check Out Another Recently Announced Refurbishment! 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 Disney World soon? Let us know in the comments! The post An Iconic Disney World Ride Will Be CLOSED Next Week first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Coming off of a busy holiday week in Disney World, we’re back with another round of weekly park hour and Disney Park Pass Reservation System availability! Cinderella Castle As you’ll see, the week of February 21st is shaping up to be a little quieter than this past week, which had a double whammy of Valentine’s Day on a weekend followed by President’s Day crowds! Let’s take a look at what you can expect for the week ahead. Disney World Park Hours the Week of February 21st Magic Kingdom’s hours for the week of February 21st look a little different than the week prior. From Sunday, February 21st through Thursday, February 25th, Magic Kingdom will be open from 9AM-7PM. On Friday, February 26th, Magic Kingdom will be open from 9AM-8PM, and on Saturday, February 27th, the park will be open from 9AM-9PM. Note that on each day, Park Hopping is available after 2PM. Magic Kingdom park hours for the week of February 21st © Disney EPCOT will be open daily next week from 11AM-8PM, with Park Hopping available after 2PM. Keep in mind that Monday, February 22nd is the final day of this year’s Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. You won’t have to wait very long for the next festival, however. The Taste of EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival will begin the following week on March 3rd. EPCOT park hours for the week of February 21st © Disney Next week, Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be open daily from 9AM-7PM, with Park Hopping available after 2PM. Hollywood Studios park hours for the week of February 21st © Disney Finally, Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be open from 8AM-5PM from Sunday, February 21st through Friday, February 26th. On Saturday, February 27th, Animal Kingdom will be open for one extra hour, from 8AM-6PM. Animal Kingdom park hours for the week of February 21st © Disney With the exception of Saturday, February 27th at Magic Kingdom, each of the four theme parks will be closed by 8PM each day next week. That’s quite different from this past week, where parks were closing as late as 10PM and even 11PM on certain dates. Spaceship Earth With shorter hours in the parks, you might need to think creatively about dinner plans! Keep in mind that you can always head over to Disney Springs, or you can dine at your favorite Disney World Resort hotel! Click here to learn about 2022 vacation packages at Disney World, which are now available for booking! Current Disney Park Pass Reservation Availability the Week of February 21st Now that we know the park hours for next week, let’s take a look at the current Park Pass Reservation System availability for the week of February 21st! Disney Resort Guest In general, Park Pass Reservation availability is much different than last week! As of this writing, Disney Resort Guests can book Park Pass Reservations at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom on Sunday, February 21st. Every other day next week, Park Pass Reservation availability is wide open at all four theme parks! Disney Resort Guest Park Pass Reservation availability for February 21st as of February 19th © Disney Theme Park Ticket Guest Similarly, Theme Park Ticket Guests can currently book a Park Pass Reservation at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom on Sunday, February 21st. After that, Theme Park Ticket Guests can book a Park Pass Reservation at each of the four theme parks every other day next week. Theme Park Ticket Guest Park Pass Reservation availability for February 21st as of February 19th © Disney Annual Passholder Annual Passholders vary only slightly for next week. As of this writing, Annual Passholders can book a Park Pass Reservation at Magic Kingdom and EPCOT on Sunday, February 21st. From Monday, February 22nd through Friday, February 26th, Annual Passholders can book a Park Pass Reservation at any of the four theme parks. Annual Passholder Park Pass Reservation availability for February 21st as of February 19th © Disney On Saturday, February 27th, Annual Passholders can book a Park Pass Reservation at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Annual Passholder Park Pass Reservation availability for February 27th as of February 19th © Disney While it looks like next week will possibly be quieter, it’s still important to grab those Park Pass Reservations just in case things get more crowded! In general, Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been the first park to fill up with Park Pass Reservations, so if you haven’t grabbed them yet, be sure to book that park first! We’ll be back next week with more park hour and Park Pass Reservation availability updates! 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! 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Getting ready to head to Disney World? Cinderella Castle Well, you’re certainly headed for a fun week! As you get ready to pack for the big trip, you’re going to want to make sure you’re packed for the weather. To help out, we’re bringing you a weather update with alllll the temps and precipitation for next week! Weather Forecast According to The Weather Channel, this week is going to bring some of the warmest temperatures we’ve seen in a while. The last few weeks have been warm, windy, and rainy. Will it be more of the same? Take a look! February 22nd Monday, February 22nd will start the week with pretty warm temperatures and some rain. That day is going to max out at a 79-degree high and we’ll see 58 degrees at night. That’s a pretty big drop as the evening rolls around! ©The Weather Channel Make sure you layer and have that raincoat handy! February 23rd The next day, February 23rd, brings us slightly cooler temps hitting 73 degrees during the day and dropping that low down to a chilly 49 degrees. ©The Weather Channel Brr! We’re definitely headed into a stretch of high highs and low lows so layering is more important than ever. February 24th On Wednesday, February 24th, we’re going to see temps jump back up a little bit. You’re low is gonna roll back up to a more mild temp too! ©The Weather Channel This day will be primarily sunny with little to no chance of rain. Maybe you won’t have to don that rain jacket! February 25th For Thursday, February 25th, we’re seeing a warmer day in the low-80s and a similar drop in the evening to the low 60s. ©The Weather Channel This day will be mostly dry as well. Keep in mind that 60 degrees might feel a little chillier than you expect. February 26th The week continues with similar temperatures and that low chance of rain on February 19th. ©The Weather Channel Friday should be a nice, partly cloudy day. February 27th Saturday, February 27th brings us about the same temperatures in the day and night. We’re looking at a WARM weekend. Could it finally be looking like spring? ©The Weather Channel Here, we’re looking at an 84-degree high and a 66-degree low. February 28th And we’ll wrap up our week on February 28th with another (thankfully!) dry day and the exact same temperatures as the day before. ©The Weather Channel That 84 degrees might even feel HOT this weekend! Overview of the Week Here is a full overview of the week according to The Weather Channel. Temperatures are projected to be on the warmer end this week. We’re looking at a range of 70s to 80s highs and 40s to 60s lows. ©The Weather Channel Other websites like Click Orlando News 6… ©Click Orlando News 6 …and WESH 2 News have similar forecasts throughout the week. ©Click Orlando News 6 Of course, Florida weather can be fickle. Keep an eye on that forecast in the days leading up to and during your trip. Click here for tips to survive Disney World weather! Tips for Weathering the Weather! Now that we know the weather, we’ve got a few tips on how to pack and plan for those temperatures so you stay comfy AND dry. Layer up! Don’t let those warmer temperatures fool you! It’s still a good idea to make sure you’ve got layers for those cooler nights. There is nothing worse than being stuck in a chilly Disney World with only a t-shirt! Baby Yoda Long-Sleeve Shirt When in doubt, you can jump into a merchandise store for an extra layer but this will COST you. Disney merch will require a pretty penny, so it may be better to pack your own layers if you can. Pack for rain, just in case. Even though there’s not a TON of rain in the forecast, precipitation can come out of NOWHERE in Florida. We definitely recommend packing a poncho or rain jacket in your luggage AND your daily park bag. Pack some Ponchos! Even if you don’t get caught in the rain, it can be nice to have an extra layer for that trip down the flume at Splash Mountain! It’s a win-win. Click here for more tips for packing your park bag! We’ll be back again for another update next week! See ya then! Click here for 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! 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