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We’ve learned LOTS of fun stuff about Disney World’s 50th anniversary. ©Disney “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” will begin on October 1st, 2021 (Disney World’s 50th anniversary!) and last for 18 months after. There will be celebrations in all 4 parks — and Mickey and Minnie will even get brand-new costumes! And now, we know even more about how the beloved park icons will transform for the occasion. We recently told you that the icons in ALL 4 PARKS will undergo a mini-transformation into “Beacons of Magic!” Well, Disney released some new concept art, so we now have a better idea of what these “Beacons of Magic” will look like. Of course, we have to start with Cinderella Castle! We’re going to see golden bunting and a 50th anniversary crest on this beauty. Plus, there will be a glow that Disney says will “sparkle like pixie dust.” We’ve gotta see this — just look at that shimmer! Cinderella Castle (click to see full size) ©Disney In EPCOT, we’ll get new lights shining across the reflective panels on Spaceship Earth. These will connect and look like a starry night sky. Oh, and did we mention this particular mini-transformation is PERMANENT? Disney confirmed that this look will stick around past the 50th anniversary celebrations. Spaceship Earth (click to see full size) ©Disney The Tower of Terror in Disney’s Hollywood Studios will get a makeover, too! We’ll get some “special new touches” as the Hollywood Tower Hotel glimmers with EARidescence (only Disney would make up a word like that). Seems like we’re throwing it back to the glitz and glitter of a bustling young movie town! The Tower of Terror (click to see full size) ©Disney And lastly, Disney’s Animal Kingdom will sparkle, too. A warm light will surround the Tree of Life as enchanted fireflies dance around it. Sounds pretty magical to us! The Tree of Life (click to see full size) ©Disney This concept art all looks so exciting! We can’t wait for these transformations to make their debut. As Disney World’s 50th anniversary gets closer, we’ll continue bringing you the latest news. Stay tuned to DFB! Here’s What We Know About the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you going to be in Disney World for these celebrations? Let us know in the comments! The post Take a CLOSER Look at Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Transformation! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Mickey and Minnie Get New Costumes For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Three 2021 Dates You NEED to Know If You’re a Disney World Fan! How Disney World IS (and ISN’T) Prepping For Its Biggest Birthday Yet View the full article

We’re taking you with us to Magic Kingdom! Magic Kingdom We’ve got a few quick updates that you may want to know about if you’re headed to the park anytime soon. Let’s get started! Magic Kingdom Construction Updates Castle Moat While we were hangin’ around Cinderella Castle yesterday, we noticed the water levels in the moat were lower than usual. Now, Disney just refilled the moat last August, but it looks like it’s getting drained AGAIN! Moat draining You can see that the bank is more exposed than it was before. Moat draining Disney’s busy getting the parks all ready for its 50th anniversary this year, so maybe this area just needs a little spiffying up! We’ll let you know as we learn more. Check Out More Castle Construction! Magic Kingdom Food Updates Westward Ho Good news for you Corn Dog Nuggets fans: Westward Ho Refreshments is back open! Westward Ho This Frontierland favorite will be open Fridays through Sundays from 11AM to 3PM. Check Out a New Magic Kingdom Snack! Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates We’ve got a new Dooney and Bourke collection on the way! These bags feature our favorite characters on colorful Skyliner gondolas. We spotted a tote… Skyliner Dooney & Bourke Tote …and a satchel! Skyliner Dooney & Bourke Satchel We found them on display in Uptown Jewelers, but they will go on sale on February 22nd. Star Traders In Star Traders, we found the new Newspaper Collection. These outfits tell the story of Mickey and friends in the Mouse Times. Newspaper Collection We’ve previously seen this collection in World of Disney at Disney Springs, but now they’re in Magic Kingdom, too! We’ll keep an eye out for them anywhere else in the parks. Read More About the New Skyliner Dooney & Bourkes! That’s all for our trip around Magic Kingdom today! As always, we’ll be back with more updates soon. Stay tuned to DFB! Check Out What We Know About Disney’s 50th Anniversary! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you going to Magic Kingdom soon? Let us know in the comments! The post Cinderella Castle is Already Getting Ready For Disney World's 50th Anniversary first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Magic Kingdom: Liberty Square Market Reopens, Character Encounters, and More WOW. There’s Lots of Random Construction in Magic Kingdom What’s New at Magic Kingdom: Spring Roll Cart Closed, Character Cavalcades, and More! View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Ever wish you could spend the afternoon running around chasing bees and snacking on honey? Pooh Bear That’s pretty much what Pooh’s to-do list entails! Disney knows that a lot of people would love to take a journey to the Hundred Acre Wood and have responded with A LOT of merchandise. There are Dooney & Bourke bags, face masks, a collectible key, mugs, and even a crockpot for fans of the cuddly bear. If you can think of an item you want with Pooh on it, Disney probably has it. And, there’s still more new Winnie the Pooh goodies, and you can wear these! Her Universe is a clothing line that was founded by Ashley Eckstein (who is the voice of Ahsoka Tano in Star Wars: The Clone Wars). Turns out that she loves Winnie the Pooh too and designed a new line that is available online at Hot Topic now! ©Hot Topic The Winnie the Pooh Embroidered Denim Skirtall is a dress and overalls all in one. On the front, Pooh Bear is peeking out of one of the pockets looking quite hungry for that pot of hunny. ©Hot Topic You can find this exclusively online for $44.90. Get the Winnie The Pooh Embroidered Denim Skirtall here! If you’re looking for a new comfy shirt, you can check out the Winnie The Pooh Stripe T-Shirt. The yellow and white striped top has Pooh snacking on a pot of hunny. The top features drop shoulders and cuff sleeves to add a little bit of style to your average t-shirt. ©Hot Topic Snag this t-shirt online for $26.90. Purchase the Winnie The Pooh Logo Stripe T-Shirt here! And, if you love the embroidered denim look, you’ll want to check out the Winnie The Pooh Embroidered Shorts. Tigger, Pooh, and Piglet are embroidered on the front. On the website, these are referred to as “mom” shorts, referencing the longer length (since when did we start naming clothing styles after moms? Do you mean to say “comfort?” If so, yes!). ©Hot Topic These shorts are available for $44.90. Click HERE to grab the Winnie The Pooh Embroidered Shorts! Suspenders are making a stylish come-back and you can jump on the bandwagon with the Winnie The Pooh Balloon Ride Suspender Skirt. The red suspender skirt has Pooh chasing balloons and hunny printed around the hem and has little bee buttons (though they aren’t actually functional). ©Hot Topic Add this to your wardrobe for $39.90. Check out the Winnie The Pooh Balloon Ride Suspender Skirt online here! The Winnie The Pooh Tank Top will give you a storybook feel with trim around the neckline and shoulders and little emblems embroidered on the front. You’ll spot a hunny pot, Pooh, a honey bee, and flower on the front to give you a more subtle Winnie the Pooh vibe. ©Hot Topic You can find the tank top online for $26.90. Get the Winnie The Pooh Lace Trim Tank Top here! And, if you’ve been scrolling through and you’re thinking “but where is Eeyore?” here he is! The Winnie The Pooh Characters Woven Button-Up features many of the characters from the Hundred Acre Woods. Eeyore, Pooh, Tigger, and Piglet are patterned all over the tan button-up top. ©Hot Topic This character-filled top is available for $41.90. Purchase the Winnie The Pooh Characters Woven Button-Up here! The entire collection celebrates 95 years of exploring the many adventures of Winnie the Pooh and is sure to bring some sweet style to your closet! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates! NEWS: BIG Details About Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Revealed! 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. Who is your favorite character from the Hundred Acre Woods? Let us know in the comments! The post Feed Your Winnie the Pooh Obsession With This NEW Collection! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Channel Your Inner Minnie Mouse With This New Clothing Collection from Her Universe! This NEW Winnie the Pooh Danielle Nicole Collection Is Taking Us Up, Up, And Away! 5 Winnie the Pooh Items Disney Fans Will LOVE! (And They’re All Available Online!) View the full article

Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary is getting close! Cinderella Castle The big day is October 1st, 2021 — that’s in just a few months! We already have lots to look forward to in the parks: new attractions like Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, a new nighttime show, and even a new restaurant! But with the anniversary getting close, many wondered if there was anything extra special in the works. And now we have some answers! To celebrate Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary, the parks will host “The World’s Most Magical Celebration”! The event will start on October 1st and continue for 18 months. ©Disney And of course, our favorite two mice will get brand-new looks for the event! Mickey and Minnie will both show off new EAR-idescent costumes with gold highlights. They’re lookin’ pretty fancy, right? Minnie’s gold bow even matches Cinderella Castle! ©Disney This announcement has gotten us super excited for the upcoming celebrations. We already have some exciting details about how the parks will transform for the occasion, and we can’t wait to learn more! We’ll keep you posted, so stay tuned to DFB. Read More About the 50th Anniversary Celebration! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited for the 50th anniversary? Let us know in the comments! The post Mickey and Minnie Get New Costumes For Disney World's 50th Anniversary first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary With This New Photo and Concept Art Book Three 2021 Dates You NEED to Know If You’re a Disney World Fan! How Disney World IS (and ISN’T) Prepping For Its Biggest Birthday Yet View the full article

If you didn’t know, Disney World is celebrating a BIG birthday this year — 50 years of magic! ©Disney Disney has been pretty quiet so far concerning details for the anniversary — until now! We now have a first look at the changes coming to ALL FOUR park icons in Disney World for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration.” We knew Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom got her fancy pink and blue makeover ahead of the anniversary last year, but now we know that’s not all! Similar to the makeover Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle received for the Diamond Anniversary a few years back, Cinderella Castle will be getting a glow up! Again! Cinderella Castle Concept Art ©Disney The castle will be decorated with what appears to be lavish gold decor! Interestingly, this will all BEGIN happening on October 1st and last for about 18 months, so don’t expect to walk into Magic Kingdom on the anniversary and see Cindy all decked out just yet. and Cinderella Castle isn’t the ONLY park icon getting in on the fun. ALL OF THEM are getting mini-transformations, making them, as Disney calls them, the “Beacons of Magic.” EPCOT’s Spaceship Earth will get a new lighting scheme that will be permanent beyond the anniversary celebration. Spaceship Earth ©Disney The Tree of Life in Disney’s Animal Kingdom will see animated fireflies and other nighttime lighting magic for the celebration. Tree of Life ©Disney Tower of Terror in Disney’s Hollywood Studios will also get a nighttime look with it “coming to life” for guests. Tower of Terror ©Disney If you’re wondering what Disney is calling this particular style they’re using for the 50th — the shimmery, iridescent look we’ve seen already in things like the Magic Kingdom entrance sign — it’s called EARidescence! This is just the start of Disney’s announcements concerning their big anni. We expect more information will continue to come out as we get closer to the big day. Check back with DFB for ALL your “World’s Most Magical Celebration” news! 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 news looks? Let us know below! The post NEWS: BIG Details About Disney World's 50th Anniversary Revealed! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEW Insta-Worthy Nighttime Magic Shots Are Coming to Disney World Soon! Pardon Disney’s Pixie Dust: This Disney World Construction Could Impact Your Next Vacation Three 2021 Dates You NEED to Know If You’re a Disney World Fan! View the full article

It’s hard to imagine two things that go together more than Disney and Mickey Mouse. Mickey Mouse The Mouse and the Walt Disney Company have been intertwined ever since Mickey first debuted in 1928. Now, almost a full century later, the company’s copyright ownership of Mickey is coming to an end. Wait…so Disney won’t own Mickey anymore? HUH? What does that even mean!? We’re breaking it down. Let’s start at the beginning There are various laws and rules regarding the protection of certain works. According to one article published at Mitchell Hamline School of Law, “copyright law provides exclusive rights for creative works, including fictional characters that are (1) original, and (2) fixed in a tangible medium.” ©D23 Once a creator has a copyright on his or her work, he or she has exclusive rights to use and distribute that work for a period of time. What happens once that time is up? Well, generally that work will then fall into the public domain. That means it’ll be free for others to use how they want. Disney has a copyright on the original version of Mickey Mouse and all those that follow. As an article published in the Western New England Law Review notes, way back when Mickey was created, the copyright law allowed a maximum of 56 years of protection. When Mickey got close to falling into the public domain, Disney started lobbying to make some changes. That lobbying paid off and the Copyright Act of 1976 was ultimately signed by Congress. Under this Act, copyright protection for already-published corporate copyrights (like Mickey Mouse) was extended to to 75 years. Works published after 1922 were entitled to a full 75 years of protection. That extended Mickey’s copyright through to 2003. ©Disney As 2003 got closer, Disney started lobbying Congress once again. That’s when we got the Copyright Term Extension Act of 1998, which many refer to as the “Mickey Mouse Protection Act.” Under this act, corporate copyright protection was extended from 75 years to 95 years. Mickey Mouse 70th Birthday portrait ©Disney So basically every time Disney gets close to having Mickey fall under public domain, they lobby to extend protections over their copyright. And they’ve been successful…so far! Under the current law, Mickey Mouse is set to enter the public domain in 2024. Well, some of Mickey Mouse’s copyrights anyway…more on that in a second. Could copyright get extended again? It was a lot easier to block copyright expiration 20 years ago. Now, with the spread of information on the internet, it’s a lot more difficult for lobbyists to go against these public domain protections. ©Disney According to Ars Technica, “three of the nation’s most powerful rightsholder groups in the country, the Motion Picture Association of America, the Recording Industry Association of America, and the Authors Guild, were not even going to try to pass legislation extending copyrights.” Mickey Mouse As of 2014, NOVA South Eastern University notes “At the latest hearings before Congress on revisions to the Copyright Act, not one Representative and not one witness invited to testify put forth the proposition that copyright terms should be extended yet again.” So, what happens when Mickey Mouse hits the public domain? Well, it’s important to note that NOT ALL of Mickey Mouse will be hitting the public domain in 2024. 2024 will specifically pull “Steamboat Willie, “The Barn Dance,” and that original design of Mickey Mouse into the public domain in terms of copyright law. As each year passes, more films starring Mickey will enter the public domain. Steamboat Willie ©Disney Once 2024 comes, Disney won’t have any copyright protection for those original films and Mickey’s original version, but will still own later designs and trademarks. Ars Technica raises an example of what this means. Take Mickey’s gloves. Mickey doesn’t actually wear white gloves until 1929. So, while you might be able to create a Mickey toy (featuring that original version of Mickey) on your own without any approval or authorization from Disney in 2024 when Mickey hits the public domain, your toy couldn’t feature Mickey’s signature white gloves until 2025. Another article notes, “If you want to utilize Sorcerer Mickey, you’ll have to wait until 2036, as this particular Mickey first appeared in the 1940 film, Fantasia.” Modern Mickey looks very different from Steamboat Mickey. ©Disney Still, if creators can walk that line effectively, it appears it may be legal to create new creative works based on the original Mickey, and possibly even to sell toys and other merchandise without authorization from the copyright holder — Disney. But, trademark complicates things BUT, it isn’t as simple as it might sound. Disney owns trademark rights to Mickey Mouse, which don’t expire in the way that copyright does. According to NOVA South Eastern University, “Trademark law protects words, phrases, and symbols used to identify the source of the products or services. Copyright protects works of artistic expression from being copied.” Mickey Mouse is used heavily by Disney to identify the fact that Disney is the source of a particular product. Some argue that while the old Mickey Mouse cartoons will fall into public domain, trademark may save Mickey himself. Mickey Art The trademark would make it so that Disney could control anything that appeared as if it came from Disney due to the use of Mickey Mouse. In this case, it would be difficult to sell a product emblazoned with Mickey in a way that could be perceived as a trademark, but perhaps more plausible to make a new film featuring Steamboat Mickey. One example of this is that the first Tarzan stories are now public domain, but you don’t see rival stories of Tarzan because the heirs of Edgar Rice Burroughs, the creator of Tarzan, obtained a trademark on the name “Tarzan.” So far, they’ve been able to use this trademark as a way to prevent unowned works. Tarzan ©Disney According to NOVA South Eastern University, “Disney has also obtained 19 different trademark registrations for the words “Mickey Mouse,” including live-action and animated television shows, cartoon strips, comic books, theme parks, and computer games. Disney also has trademark registrations for Mickey’s visual appearance for animated and live-action motion picture films.” The NOVA article notes that Disney’s Trademark is possibly more for the Steamboat Willie version of Mickey than the modern Mickey. So basically, Disney isn’t handing over Mickey to the public domain without a fight. And they’ve done just about everything they can to protect one of their most valuable assets. Mickey Mouse It’s possible that Mickey’s ownership will come down to legal battles dealing with the trademark rights since he is such a ubiquitous representative of Disney. That ruling could effectively give Disney indefinite ownership of the Mouse. But this won’t necessarily work for less recognizable characters who don’t associate so strongly with the brand. Mickey Mouse We’ll actually see a Disney character tested as public domain prior to Mickey Mouse — Winnie the Pooh. According to Fortune, Winnie the Pooh enters public domain in 2022. Disney has trademarked the bear, but is not the original creator so they may have less standing on protecting the use of Pooh than they will with Mickey in 2024. Time will tell! And if you were wondering, Mickey’s leading lady, Minnie, debuted at the same time as Mickey. So she’s up for public domain in 2024 too. Pluto, Goofy, and Donald Duck will be up for public domain soon after Mickey and Minnie. Mickey is certainly an outlier when it comes to copyright and ownership. He is tied very closely to the Disney brand and massively recognizable. So, his situation is sure to be unique. It’s difficult to think of another creative character who is also so wholly considered a trademark! Mickey at Topolino’s Terrace It sure will be interesting to see how Disney plans to navigate “public domain Mickey.” We’ll definitely be following along with the situation as we get closer to Disney not owning — at least partially — Mickey Mouse anymore. Stay tuned to stay in the loop on what happens. Do you know everything about Mickey Mouse? Click here to find out! 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 this interesting sitch? Tell us in the comments! The post What Happens When Disney Doesn’t Own Mickey Mouse Anymore? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: There’s a Mrs. Nesbitt Sweatshirt?! 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It’s an event five decades in the making! Beginning Oct. 1, Walt Disney World Resort will throw “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” in honor of our 50th anniversary, bringing new experiences to our four theme parks and beyond.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/sSTScxSaGWY View the full article

Disney World announced first details for its 50th anniversary celebration, which will last 18 months and include lighting enhancements to its theme parks’ icons. View the full article In this artist rendering, Cinderella Castle shines with more golden décor than before at Magic Kingdom Park as part of 'The World’s Most Magical Celebration,' which begins Oct. 1, 2021, in honor of the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World (Walt Disney Co. / Courtesy photo) Walt Disney World has announced the first details for its 50th-anniversary celebration, which will last 18 months and include lighting enhancements to all four of its theme parks’ icons, including Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom. The event — dubbed “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” — will begin Oct. 1, the resort announced Friday morning. Disney World opened to the public Oct. 1, 1971. Expect the castle’s makeover to include more gold décor. The landmark received a paint job that shifted its color scheme to deep blues and light pinks last year. “The entire castle will shimmer with pearls and jewels, and the turrets and towers will be wrapped in iridescent gold and royal blue ribbons,” said George Adams, Walt Disney Imagineering. “Above the castle gate, a 50th-anniversary crest will warmly welcome guests to join the festivities.” At Epcot, new lights will shine across the reflective panels of Spaceship Earth, connecting to one another in a symbol of optimism, Disney says. The iconic structure’s new lighting will continue beyond Disney World's 50th-anniversary celebration. (Walt Disney Co. / Courtesy photo) It will not be a repeat of Disney World’s 25th-anniversary celebration, which saw the castle transformed into a giant pink cake. Epcot’s Spaceship Earth, Animal Kingdom’s Tree of Life and the Hollywood Tower Hotel at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be incorporated into the celebration as well.Sponsored Content by Raymour & Flanigan During Disney World's celebration, the Hollywood Tower Hotel's lighting will evoke the golden age of imagination and adventure," Disney says. (Walt Disney Co. / Courtesy photo) “At night, our four park icons … are going to come to life with a magical iridescent glow, covered in pixie dust, that we call the beacons of magic,” said Dana Carlson, associate broadcast producer with Disney Live Entertainment. Animal Kingdom's Tree of Life will add symbolic 'magical fireflies' to its look for 'The World's Most Magical Celebration,' which launches Oct. 1, Disney World's anniversary date. (Walt Disney Co. / Courtesy photo) Disney renderings show the Hollywood Studios building, home of Tower of Terror, outlined in bright lighting. The Tree of Life will be home to “magical fireflies,” Disney said. An artist’s concept shows multiple points of light on the adjoining triangles of Spaceship Earth. The Epcot lighting package will remain after the 50th-anniversary celebration ends, Disney said. Meanwhile, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will don new costumes for the occasion. The look is described as multitoned with pops of gold and embroidered impressions of Cinderella Castle backed by fireworks. Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will play host to 'The World’s Most Magical Celebration' in new looks made for the 18-month event. (Walt Disney Co. / Courtesy photo) Some of the celebration news was announced during Friday morning’s broadcast of “Good Morning America,” which airs on Disney-owned ABC. A brief segment showed Mickey and Minnie in their new outfits, on a float with 50th anniversary theming and Cinderella Castle in the background. Disney’s announcement indicated there will be more details about the celebration ahead. A news release said the anniversary event will feature “new experiences at the resort’s four theme parks and beyond.” The company hadn’t previously said much about its golden year. When some major attractions were announced, their completion date was presented as “in time for” the 50th celebration, but no specific dates were given. The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted operations, shutting down the resort for about three months in 2020. Disney says Cinderella Castle will illuminate Magic Kingdom with a 'dazzling radiance that sparkles with pixie dust' for the theme park's big 5-0 celebration. (Walt Disney Co. / Courtesy photo) Email me at dbevil@orlandosentinel.com. Want more theme park news? Subscribe to the Theme Park Rangers newsletter at orlandosentinel.com/newsletters or the Theme Park Rangers podcast at orlandosentinel.com/travel/attractions/theme-park-rangers-podcast. Dewayne Bevil Orlando Sentinel CONTACT Dewayne Bevil covers Central Florida's theme parks and attractions, including Disney World, Universal Orlando and SeaWorld Orlando for the Orlando Sentinel. He is a native of Owensboro, Ky., (Barbecue capital of the world. Try the mutton.) and a graduate of the University of Kentucky. Sometimes he ends posts with "Go Cats!"

People have gotten really creative over the last year, trying to bring a bit of Disney magic into their own homes. Cinderella Castle We’ve shared recipes, some of the best board games, and virtual ride videos to help Disney-fy your time away from the parks. Well, there’s one reader who took it to the absolute next level and we. are. impressed. Reader @chloejoy17 on Instagram shared some very special photos with us, showing how she went ALL OUT to bring Disney World to her own home for a birthday celebration. She made nearly identical Disney snacks and even some EPCOT festival favorites! Plus, there’s an entire times guide breaking down the day! This seems like a pretty incredible way to spend a birthday, TBH. Times Guide | @chloejoy17 Now, let’s get into the snacks. Here’s her version of the Cheshire Cat Tail from Cheshire Cafe in Magic Kingdom — looks so yummy! Cheshire Cat Tail | @chloejoy17 And for even more sugary goodness, there’s this Dole Whip cupcake! We’re totally obsessed with how she added a backdrop of Cheshire Cafe and Pineapple Lanai onto the TV for an even more immersive experience. Cupcake | @chloejoy17 And in true DFB fashion, here’s a glorious cross-section of the cupcake! Cupcake | @chloejoy17 Now, let’s move onto EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts. This grilled cheese and tomato soup combo looks like it could’ve come straight outta the Pop Eats Food Studio. They even recreated the can that the soup is sometimes served in! Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup | @chloejoy17 You know we’re on board for the cheesy, carby goodness that is brie in a bread bowl. The paper plate is even colored in to match the festival’s theme AND has “EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts” written on it. The dedication is seriously real. Brie in a Bread Bowl | @chloejoy17 Also, these adorable paint palette cookies look SO similar to the ones from Decadent Delights Food Studio! And those EPCOT mugs are perfect for the occasion. Cookies and Tea | @chloejoy17 And we can’t forget about this SUSHI DONUT like the one from Goshiki Food Studio! Sushi Donut | @chloejoy17 We are super impressed by this elaborate creation of Disney snacks! This is serious dedication to bringing a little bit of Disney right into your home and it seems like y’all really thought of everything. Thanks so much, @chloejoy17 for a glimpse into these marvelous birthday celebrations! Get a Sneak Peek at Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebrations 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 tried to replicate any Disney snacks at home? Tell us in the comments! The post Here’s How YOU Can Have the Ultimate Disney Day at Home first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Mermaid Hair, Don’t Care! Disney Cruise Line’s Mermaid Tail Cookie Recipe is Perfect for All Sea Dwellers! RECIPE! These Mandalorian-Inspired Cookies are Rockin’ Ugly Sweaters GAWRSH! Check Out This runDisney Goofy DIY! View the full article

Hey DFB friends! We hope you’re ready for another what’s new because we’re back at some Disney World resorts! Jambo House We recently took a trip to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Disney’s Coronado Springs, and the upcoming Star Wars Hotel! We’ve got just a few updates for you, so let’s get started! Animal Kingdom Lodge Miscellaneous Updates Maji Pool Bar Recently, we’ve noticed that tons of Cast Members at the Disney World resorts are getting costume changes! And on our visit, it was clear that Animal Kingdom Lodge was no exception! The Cast Members here also have a new outfit. New Cast Member Costume The aprons are based off of The Lion King which is only fitting for the animal-themed resort! New Cast Member Costume These outfits are super cute, and we’ve loved seeing all of the new Cast Member costumes! There’s Something Different at These Disney World Hotels… Animal Viewing Areas The day we visited was a pretty glum and rainy day, so when we looked out at the savannah, there wasn’t much wildlife to see! Animal Viewing Area Fortunately, some flamingos were out to say hello! Flamingos Other than that we didn’t spot too many animals. Keep that in mind if you are at the resort on a rainy day! Check out baby giraffes in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Coronado Springs Miscellaneous Updates Siestas Cantina There were not too many new updates at Coronado Springs Resort, however we did notice that the Siestas Cantina was hopping! Siestas Pool Bar There were not too many places open at the resort when we visited, so we think that is what drew so many people to this pool bar. Siestas Pool Bar Be sure to check the hours of the restaurants at your resort so you know what to expect! Star Wars Hotel Updates New Trees We haven’t heard much about the upcoming Star Wars Hotel, but we recently stopped by to see how it was coming along! Star Wars Hotel Trees were being planted to cover the exposed buildings. Star Wars Hotel Other than that, we didn’t notice anything different. Star Wars Hotel The resort is still supposed to open in 2021, but we’ll keep you updated on any news regarding this highly anticipated hotel! FIRST LOOK at Guest Rooms Coming to the Star Wars Hotel in Disney World That’s all we’ve got for this what’s new! We hope you enjoyed visiting these two resorts (and one upcoming hotel) with us. We’ll continue making our way around Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates! A Rainy Day in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Makes for Light Crowds! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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 Disney World Resort? Let us know in the comments! The post Don't Expect to See Many Animals on a Rainy Day in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Coronado Springs, Old Key West, and Saratoga Springs Resorts: Spicy Firecracker Shrimp and ADORABLE Disney Parks Watches! Review! We’re Hooked on the NEW Firecracker Shrimp and Blackened Grouper Sandwich in Disney World!! Which Disney World Resort Will You NEVER Stay In Again? Here’s What Our Readers Said! View the full article

We’re here to share everything that’s new in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Tree of Life We recently visited on a pretty rainy and gloomy day, but we made our way through the park to check out any updates. Let’s take a look at what we found! Animal Kingdom Merchandise Updates Chester and Hester’s Dino-Rama We spotted one of the new Jasmine Disney Babies plushes! We previously spotted this plush in EPCOT and Disney’s Contemporary Resort, and now it’s made its way to Animal Kingdom. Jasmine Plush Riverside Depot These new (slightly creepy) character mugs have appeared in Animal Kingdom as well. We saw this mug featuring the wide grin of the Cheshire Cat. Cheshire Cat Mug Plus, for anyone hoping to pose as Stitch while drinking their morning coffee, there’s this mug as well. Stitch Mug And if cats are more your style, there’s a Marie mug. Marie Mug Each mug costs $14.99. Animal Kingdom Food Updates Creature Comforts While these may not be new, we think it’s important to let y’all know that Valentine’s Day treats are still available at Creature Comforts, the Starbucks location in the park. Creature Comforts Bakery Case We’re not sure exactly how long they’ll be sticking around, but the Valentine’s Day Brownie with Mousse and Valentine’s Day Cupcake were still there during our visit. Animal Kingdom General Updates Crowds Crowds were pretty light during our visit. Wait times for some of the larger rides were on the long side, but nothing especially significant. Dinosaur Queue Flight of Passage didn’t have a particularly long line, either. Flight of Passage Line Over in Dinoland, there were some pockets of guests but it was still pretty quiet. Dinoland Over near Kilimanjaro Safaris, things were especially empty! The ride only had a 20-minute wait when we were nearby. And those are all the updates we have to share with you from this trip to Animal Kingdom! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news! Annual Passholders, Disney REALLY Wants You to Visit Animal Kingdom! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which one of those character mugs is your favorite? Tell us in the comments! The post A Rainy Day in Disney's Animal Kingdom Makes for Light Crowds! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Animal Kingdom: THREE Pandora Masks, Mermaid and Cornflower Blue Ears, and a Huge Holiday Sale! What’s New at Animal Kingdom: A DFB Favorite Treat Returns, NEW Starbucks Flavors, and a SURPRISE Brookie! What’s New in Animal Kingdom — The Future is BRIGHT with New Mickey Shirts, New Year Treats, and The Return of Roaming Kevin View the full article

After being closed for nearly a year, Disneyland announced the end of their annual pass program. Disneyland Entrance Even though there is a new membership program in the works, and previous annual passholders are now referred to as Legacy Passholders, there are still lots of questions to be answered. Now, we’ve got another update on the future of Disneyland passholders. According to Orange County Register, Disneyland is considering eliminating the monthly payments for annual passes. This conclusion comes from passholder surveys by Disney. The surveys have asked current passholders about ticket option combinations, and pricing for the new membership that’s in progress. Disney California Adventure The question on the survey asks what guests would have done if monthly payments were no longer available. It allows guests to answer if they would not have a pass, would get a less expensive pass, or keep the pass at the current level. Annual Passholder Magnet Lane Hart from Blooploop mentioned that the introduction of monthly payments caused some of Disneyland’s crowding problems. He continues that “Crowd levels at California theme parks had now surged to the point where there was really no longer a slow season for Disneyland or California Adventure.” Hart further explains that “tourists arriving from afar who may have tried to plan a trip to visit in what they thought was a slower season were often shocked at how crowded the park was.” Disneyland Annual Passholder Magnet Theme park expert from Farmingdale State College, Martin Lewison, made a statement that “the introduction of the monthly payment options had a stimulative effect – not just at Disney but across the industry.” He believes that Disneyland’s annual pass program is very profitable and popular. According to analysts, 50% of Disneyland guests were annual passholders, and before the parks closed analysts predicted that Disneyland had about a million passholders. Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle 2019 Based on another Disneyland guest survey, Disney will take prices, preferred times to visit, and visitation frequency into consideration when crafting the new membership program. The program could also consider passes based on the time of day people would be visiting the parks. Disney California Adventure Anaheim officials recently voted in support of a bill that would speed up Disneyland’s reopening. We’ll be looking out for more information on the status of Disneyland’s new membership program and when the parks could fully reopen again. In the meantime, we’ll be at Downtown Disney and Buena Vista Street bringing you the latest from the west coast. Anaheim Officials Support Bill to Speed Disneyland’s Reopening Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever had an annual pass to Disneyland? Let us know in the comments! The post Monthly Payments for Disneyland Annual Passes May Be Eliminated first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disneyland Resort Updates Expiration Dates For Unused Theme Park Tickets We’re Breaking Down the Disneyland Annual Passholder Refunds NEWS! Disneyland Will EXPAND Mobile Order! See What Restaurants Are Added! View the full article

It’s hard to believe that this year is Disney World’s 50th anniversary. Cinderella Castle In preparation, there are several construction projects and new attractions on their way, but Disney has not released too much information about the celebrations in store yet. Luckily, we can get a sneak peek of the anniversary fun tomorrow! Disney just released a short trailer video for how to learn more about the 50th anniversary celebration! Tomorrow, Friday February 19th, you can tune into Good Morning America to get a sneak peek of what the celebrations will look like! Disney did not drop any additional details yet, but we can’t wait to see what the sneak peek is! Based on the videoWe’ll be tuning in tomorrow, and we’ll update you on any information we learn about the big anniversary. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news! Your Guide to Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you going to Disney World for the 50th anniversary? Let us know in the comments! The post Get a SNEAK PEEK of Disney World's 50th Anniversary Celebration! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Construction Update! See the Progress on the Reimagined Walt Disney World Entrance Sign Limited Edition Mezcal to Celebrate La Cava del Tequila’s Tenth Anniversary — But You’ll Have to ACT FAST! Could TRON Bring FastPass Tiers To Disney World’s Magic Kingdom? View the full article

Visiting EPCOT this weekend? EPCOT If so, we’ve got some news you’re gonna want to know! EPCOT has recently updated its park hours for this upcoming Saturday, February 20th. It’s pretty commonplace for Disney to make changes to its park hours, especially on the weekends. The newest update affects EPCOT, and if you’re headed that way on Saturday you’ll be able to enjoy the park for a couple more hours! Flowers in Italy Most of the days this week stick to EPCOT’s normal hours from 11AM – 8PM. But on Saturday, the park will be open two hours later, from 11AM – 11PM! ©Disney So, if you’re hoping to visit the park this Saturday, you can plan to spend a few more hours there in the evening! Check back with us for more Disney news! EPCOT’s Future World Looked VERY Different 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 visited EPCOT recently? Tell us in the comments! The post Park Hours Extended in EPCOT This Saturday! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New in Epcot — Space 220 and Guardians of the Galaxy Construction Progress, Swarovski Jewelry, and MORE! What’s New at EPCOT: Holiday Decorations, Reopened World Showcase Shops, and More! News! Entertainment Line-Up Announced for the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts! View the full article

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Disney World Annual Passholders get quite a few perks! Tree of Life They often get SWEET discounts on Disney merchandise, access to exclusive Disney stuff (like some really cool MagicBands and Minnie Ears), and more! And now Annual Passholders can get some perks at Disney’s Animal Kingdom on weekdays (including the ever-popular Passholder Magnets!). All you have to do is head over to Dinoland, U.S.A. Monday through Friday to get special deals, exclusive merchandise, and even a freebie or two! DinoLand U.S.A. Want to try your luck at Fossil Fun Games? Head over to Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures for a special promotional offer: buy three game tickets and get a complimentary retired non-Disney plush consolation prize. So you’re a winner, even if you don’t win anything! Fossil Fun Games You can also try out the four exclusive beverages available for purchase at Restaurantosaurus Lounge. The drinks are the Tyrannosaurus Wreck, Fossil Fuel, Pterodactyl Punch, and Triceraberry Pop. Restaurantosaurus Lounge sign There’s also a Passholder-exclusive cookie featuring Donald Duck available at Dino-Bite Snacks. Dino-Bite Snacks Finally, you’ll get a FREE Donald Duck magnet (which you can pick up in DinoLand U.S.A. until 4PM weekdays). The specific location to get your magnet hasn’t been shared yet by Disney, but we’ll let you know as soon as we know. How fun! These offerings are good Monday through Friday from February 22nd through March 19th. So be sure to head over to Animal Kingdom and get your exclusive stuff! We’ll let you know if we find any other Disney World Annual Passholder offerings! Rep Your Disney DVC and Passholder Status in a PRICEY Way 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 an Annual Passholder? Let us know in the comments! The post Annual Passholders, Disney REALLY Wants You to Visit Animal Kingdom! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: News: There’s a NEW Ticket Booth in Disney World’s DinoLand USA! PHOTOS: The Fossil Fueler Game Booth Just Reopened at Disney’s Animal Kingdom What’s New at Animal Kingdom: Holiday Decorations, Festive Drinks, AND NEW Character Flotillas! View the full article

Some HUGE changes are coming to EPCOT! Spaceship Earth We’ve already seen a few new changes, including the new fountain in front of Spaceship Earth and the new Leave A Legacy display. But so much more is coming, including the Harmonious nighttime show, the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ride, and more! Today we noticed that the water in the waterways near The Seas Pavilion is being drained. Drained waterway This could mean that Imagineers are preparing to get to work on the upcoming Moana Journey of Water, which will be an immersive walkthrough experience where guests can interact with “magical, living water.” OR…it could be routine maintenance. Drained waterway We noticed that all of Future World West was being drained. Drained waterways Could this mean we’re now a little closer to the opening of the new Moana-inspired experience? Drained waterway We spoke to a couple of Cast Members and none had a clear answer on the reasoning for the draining. Some said the water is routinely drained for pipe work, another said the water is often drained if there’s any sort of flowers or water features added. Only time will tell — but when we find out more, we’ll be sure to let you know! See How Moana Is ALREADY Taking Over Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you been to EPCOT recently and seen all the construction? Let us know in the comments! The post EPCOT's Future World Looked A LOT Different Today! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Pics! Check Out ALL the EPCOT Construction from Up Above in Disney World! What’s New at Epcot: Frozen Cocktails, Lion King Snacks, Construction Updates, and MORE! PHOTOS: MAJOR Update on EPCOT’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! View the full article

If you love Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, we’ve got something exciting for you! Disney’s Yacht Club & Resort There’s just something about the atmosphere of the Yacht Club that makes us feel more relaxed. It could be the fact that we like to stuff our faces with delicious ice cream at Beaches & Cream while we’re visiting or just the sound of the boat’s horn as it takes guests between EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. Well, we stumbled upon a new souvenir that captures the atmosphere and has some hidden details for dedicated Disney fans! Over at The Market at Ale & Compass in Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, we spotted a new Tervis that lets you take the sea vibes to land. The cup features Mickey and Minnie out for a sail on Crescent Lake with the Yacht Club Resort in the background. Yacht Club Tervis When you get past the fact that it looks like Mickey is sipping on an old-fashioned, you can take in the rest of the lake scenery. “Cast Your Cares Away” is written in the sky… Yacht Club Tervis …and Minnie Mouse is waving hello from her seat on the boat. But the average Disney-goer might miss some of the cooler details hidden in the cup’s design. The boat that they are on is named “Minerva.” Minerva is actually the original name given to Minnie Mouse in the first Mickey Mouse comic strip story “The Gleam” in 1942! Yacht Club Tervis And, there’s another nod to Disney history on the sail. The number 90 is a nod to the year that Disney’s Yacht Club Resort opened on November 5th, 1990! Yacht Club Tervis If you’re a fan of hidden details around Disney World, this is a tumbler you might want to snag! Not only is it practical and cute, but you can show off your Disney history skills whenever someone comments on your cup! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates! We Bet You Haven’t Noticed THIS Hidden Mickey 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 hidden detail in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post Can You Spot All the Hidden Details on This Disney Resort Tumbler? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Disney’s BoardWalk, Yacht, and Beach Club Resorts: Easter Treats, a Lavender Spirit Jersey, and Adorable Minnie Hula Outfits! Review! This Treat in Disney World Totally Reminds Us of “The Grey Stuff” From Be Our Guest! News: Find Out Which Disney World Hotel Restaurant Has Been Added to Mobile Order View the full article

Construction has really ramped up this year at Disney World! Fantasmic! at Disney’s Hollywood Studios EPCOT has already seen a few updates, with more on the way. Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom got a makeover, and several rides are currently in progress. But Disney’s Hollywood Studios might get some work done soon, too! Disney recently filed some new permits for work at Hollywood Studios. This includes Theatre of the Stars, with a building permit being filed for work there. The work is being done by Buena Vista Construction Company with the work listed as “Provide labor, material, and/or electrical for construction.” Building permit screenshot Another permit was filed for an area near Oasis Canteen with the same company doing the same work. Building permit screenshot Finally, a third permit shows even more work to be done at Hollywood Studios. This work, though, is being done by SmartWatch Security & Sound for work to “provide and install access control barrier gate and associated hardware.” Building permit screenshot The interesting thing is that these three permits are around theaters that have shows at Hollywood Studios, including Theater of the Stars, the Indiana Jones EPIC Stunt Show Theater, and the Fantasmic! amphitheater. Amphitheater seating for Fantasmic! Right now, those shows are all closed, making any construction in those areas easy to knock out. Could this mean there’s progress in getting some of these shows back up and running? We’re already seeing some entertainment returning to the parks (with the Festival of the Lion King coming back this summer). Nothing has been announced by Disney so time will tell. Remember these permits are mega vague so they could be for something routine or not. We’ll let you know when we find out for sure! Heads Up, Your Disney World Castle Photos Might Look a Little MORE Different! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do YOU think these permits are for? Let us know in the comments! The post 3 New Permits Have Been Filed Near Theaters in Disney's Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS! Walls Come Down to Reveal New Oasis Canteen Kiosk in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney World Makes Initial Comments As Florida Moves To Phase 3 PHOTOS: The Friendship Boats Have Resumed Service in Disney World! View the full article

Over at EPCOT, we’re still waiting for some of our favorite restaurants to reopen! Morocco This is especially true over at the newly-reopened Morocco Pavilion — we’ve been waiting for both Tangierine Cafe and Restaurant Marrakesh to open their doors again! But now, there’s a new snack option in the Pavilion you might want to check out. Today, we checked out a NEW snack location in the Morocco Pavilion called Oasis Sip & Sweets. You can find it in the Brass Bazaar. The Brass Bazaar This location is a snack cart with Mediterranean-inspired treats. Oasis Sips and Sweets The menu features things like roasted chickpeas, mixed nuts and dates, olives, Casa beer, and sangria. And yes, your eyes are not deceiving you — that sangria is $20 (more on that in a bit)! Oasis Sips and Sweets Menu We know Disney World prices aren’t real world prices for food but these prices seemed high even for Disney. $6 for nuts? Over $5 for olives? We were getting hotel minibar vibes here BIG TIME. We could buy multiple JARS of olives at our local grocery for $5, so color us intrigued. We grabbed the Shareable White Sangria for $20 (ouch!) along with the Mixed Nuts and Dates for $6, and Mediterranean Olives for $5.25. Yep, this small mid-day snack cost us around $30. Let’s look closer. Oasis Sips and Sweets First up, those olives. The olives included purple and green olives, cocktail pickles, garlic cloves, capers, sliced red pepper, little green peppers, and Mediterranean seasonings tossed in olive oil. The little peppers were surprisingly HOT! The seasoning had great Mediterranean flavor, but heads up — the garlic might be overwhelming for many people. You are chomping into whole pieces of garlic, after all! We loved the garlic, but just FYI. Maybe don’t eat this before a hot date is all we’re saying. Mediterranean olives For $5.25, the serving is a little on the small side. BUT, for EPCOT it’s still a pretty unique snack. And FYI, if you’re in need of a fork, they do have them, but not on display at this time. Just ask. Olives The Mixed Nuts and Dates were also surprisingly good! The mix included peanuts, pecans, almonds, cashews, and dates, all mixed up with a sweet seasoning mix. Together, the seasoned nuts and dates gave us that sweet and salty combo we really like. Mixed nuts and dates OK guys, but look at the size of that baggy. It’s basically the size of a pack of nuts you’d get on an airplane! For $6! They WERE tasty, but probably not $6 tasty. Spread But let’s talk about this $20 Sangria, shall we? Because that seems a little steep, even for Disney. First, it’s served in a reusable carafe that must be returned when you’re done (so don’t walk away with it!). There are plastic bins on top of the trash cans to leave your carafes in when done. But, when we saw the carafe was served only half full — and a lot of the volume in there is taken up by ice — we were wondering if we got our $20 worth. White Sangria You’re given two glasses (because it’s shareable) and we actually did pour it into both glasses to confirm that it was two decent servings. White Sangria The sangria was made with Albariño white wine, St. Germain Elderflower liqueur, Monin Elderflower, and white grape juice. It was served garnished with a cherry, oranges, and blackberries. It was a very refreshing drink. It’s not too strong in the alcohol department and tasted predominantly like white grape juice to us. There’s a red sangria option as well, if that’s more to your liking. Although WE didn’t share it, the price isn’t THAT bad when you think of it as $10 per glass. In fact, wine at most places in EPCOT, especially festival booths, runs around $10 per glass. It’s worth noting here you can’t actually order it by the glass, only the sharable size, so you’re out $20 if you’re on your own here. White Sangria Concerning the price, we reached out on Instagram to see what you thought and it was pretty split down the middle! Many people commented that, for Disney World, the price seemed right. Others said if the carafe was full they’d be happy to buy it. A Cast Member told us that the cart hopes to be open every day from 1PM, if staffing allows. So f you’re looking for a fairly healthy snack at Disney World, it’s an option, although it’s a slightly pricier one. We recently got a whole tomato mozzarella salad for under $5, so there are definitely cheaper options BUT, it’s nice to see more options in Morocco. If we find any other new snacks at Disney World, we’ll be sure to let you know. 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. Let us know — is $20 a lot for a shareable decanter of sangria? We’d love to hear what you think in the comments! The post Should a Baggy of Nuts Be This Expensive in Disney World? Asking For a Friend. first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: REVIEW: This New Slushy At Disney World Says PUCKER UP! Review! Chicken and Waffle Stans, There’s A BIG Menu Change at EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival REVIEW & PHOTOS: EPCOT’s Spice Road Table Has Officially Reopened With a New Menu! View the full article

After so many stops into the shops in Disney World, you start recognizing the same things over…and over…and over again. Mitsukoshi Department Store But, if you’re looking for the most non-Disney store at Disney World, you can head over to Mitsukoshi Department Store in EPCOT’s Japan Pavilion. The store is filled with unique gifts like peach rice cakes, strawberry Kit Kats, and cool color-changing shirts. We’ve even spotted some Animal Crossing plushes (it is Disney after all) and we found ANOTHER video game-inspired item on our visit today! Near all of the Animal Crossing merchandise, there’s now a backpack that features all of the little characters from the game. Animal Crossing: New Horizons was basically THE game to play over quarantine last year. We mean, who doesn’t want to build their own little home and forage for peaches? Animal Crossing Backpack Now you can carry all your forest friends along with you and store your Nintendo Switch in complete fandom glory. The bag itself is a teal color and has details from the game. The zipper features the leaf from the game’s logo. Animal Crossing Backpack And, there are SO many villagers we can’t even name them all! Animal Crossing Backpack If you’re an Animal Crossing fanatic, you can pick up this backpack for $59.99 in Mitsukoshi at Disney World! And, while you’re there you can pick up some of the plushes too! Stay tuned for more Disney news and updates! Whiskey Fans: Here’s a Disney Springs Event You Won’t Want to Miss 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 played Animal Crossing? Let us know in the comments! The post Put Down Your Nintendo, There's a NEW Animal Crossing Backpack in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Um, YUM! Find Out Where You Can Get STRAWBERRY Kit Kats in Disney World! PHOTOS: We Spotted a TON of New Canada Merch at EPCOT Today! That’s Not Mickey! We Spotted Plushes of ANOTHER Cultural Icon at Disney World Today! View the full article

We’ll be the first to tell you — Disney merchandise can get pretty expensive! Cinderella Castle As much as we love Disney-themed shopping, we’ve seen some pretty pricey things in the parks. Things like jewelry, designer ears, and fancy handbags can all become big budget-busters. Today, we spotted another expensive souvenir, but it’s probably not the item you’d think! Today, we stopped by the Christmas store in the Germany Pavilion, Die Weihnatchs Ecke, to see what was new. During our shopping, we found one item that was more expensive than the rest, and we bet you’ll never guess what it is… Christmas Store …at first, we thought it was this very interesting Santa Claus stein! Santa Claus Stein The design features jolly St. Nick in his sleigh, and it’s being pulled by his trusty reindeer. It’s a fairly cute mug if you like Christmas-y knick-knacks, but even the most dedicated Christmas fans may not want to pay the steep price. Santa Claus Stein The price tag on this stein comes in at a whopping $135! That’s right, $135 for a CUP! Sure, it’s a cup with a lid, but let’s be reasonable here. Santa Claus Stein To be fair, the stein also comes with its own history information and certificate of authenticity. It’s made by a company called KING-WERK based in Germany’s Western Forest. Santa Claus Stein History We love it even has a little Neuschwanstein Castle on the side — the same castle that largely inspired Cinderella Castle! Can You Spot Neuschwanstein HOWEVER, this stein was not the most expensive thing in the store. Wanna know what it is?? We thought Stanta Stein took the trophy, but then, we spotted this guy… The winner! He didn’t have a price tag, so the Cast Member looked it up for us. Are you ready for this? He’s $150!!! So expensive… But we’d be lying if we didn’t say he was unique! He’s got flowers, a big stick, a pointy hat, and a large pretzel — what else could a nutcracker need? We definitely weren’t expecting this. And just in case you’re curious, here’s our third-place winner, a teddy bear that’s $64.99. That’s one pricey bear! He’s really cute and fluffy, but idk if he’s worth $65. To be fair, we ARE at Disney World! (And these are some of the most expensive teddy bears around. They sell key chain versions for $60 on their website!) Expensive bears To be fair to all these Christmas goodies, they’re hand-crafted in Germany, so they’re truly unique collectibles. But if you were going about your day wondering, “what’s the most expensive thing in the Germany Christmas shop?” now you know! Stay tuned to DFB to see what other weird merchandise we find around Disney World, and to keep up-to-date on all the latest Disney parks news! Click Here to See Weird Disney Merchandise We Found 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’s the most expensive merchandise you’ve seen in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post We Doubt You'll Ever Guess the Most Expensive Item in This EPCOT Shop! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New in Epcot — Space 220 and Guardians of the Galaxy Construction Progress, Swarovski Jewelry, and MORE! Two Shops in EPCOT’s Italy Pavilion Could Possibly Reopen This Weekend! This NEW Disney World Merchandise Makes Us Want a Fiesta! View the full article

One thing that is so cool about EPCOT is that you can get a variety of unique souvenirs from the World Showcase Pavilion shops! We’ve found a lot of unique and tasty chips, as well as trolls (not the internet kind) and some fiesta-worthy Minnie ears at the pavilions! House of Good Fortune And one of our favorite shops there is the House of Good Fortune in the China Pavilion. Yes, we’ve had a lot of AMAZINGLY awesome snacks from there, but we love the other merch there, too! And today, we found the most interesting plush ever! Meet the Mermicorno! (We looked it up and that’s their actual name!) It’s a mermaid. It’s a unicorn. It has some interesting tattoos. This blue one CALLED TO US (it’s a gift and we think it’s going to be a BIG hit). This one is $13.95. Blue Mermicorno These Mermicornos come in a variety of colors, too! This pink one, which is also $13.95, has its own unique markings. Mermicorno We even found a few that were on sale for $10.95, like this white and orange one. Mermicorno This yellow mermicorno was also on sale (and we’re not sure why some were on sale, while others weren’t). Mermicorno So, apparently, mermicornos are a thing now, and we think this would be great for kids who love mermaids and/or unicorns because it’s the best of both worlds! This is the kind of stuff we’re always looking for, so if we see more, we’ll let you know! Guess Why There Are So Many Peaches in EPCOT 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. What do you think of these plushes? Let us know in the comments! The post Unicorn Mermaids Exist and They Live in EPCOT. You're Welcome. first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New in EPCOT: Cute Mini Calendars, a New Wine, and the AP Pop-Up Shop! It’s Never Too Late To Celebrate! Shanghai Disney Resort’s First Anniversary Merchandise Has Made Its Way to EPCOT! The House of Good Fortune in EPCOT’s China Pavilion Has BOTH the Inside and Outside Shops Open Today! View the full article

Earlier this month, Southern California’s stay-at-home order was lifted, allowing eating and drinking to return to Downtown Disney. Since then, various dining locations throughout the shopping district as well as Buena Vista Street have reopened, although we’ve been waiting for a few more spots to trickle in! Storytellers Statue Starting this week, guests can once again get their favorite caffeine fix while visiting Downtown Disney! The east side Starbucks location in Downtown Disney reopened this week! For those familiar with the layout of Downtown Disney, this is the Starbucks located right next door to World of Disney. Starbucks has reopened (again) in Downtown Disney! At this time, the west side Starbucks located next to the LEGO Store remains closed. In addition, the Starbucks located along Buena Vista Street (Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Cafe) has yet to reopen. Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Cafe Closed Keep in mind that like Disney World, guests must be stationary and physically distanced in order to eat or drink! We’ll continue to check on the reopening status of the remaining two Starbucks locations currently available to guests at the Disneyland Resort! Click here to find out how much of Disney California Adventure guests will be able to see next month! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you been to Downtown Disney since it reopened this past July? Let us know in the comments! The post THANK YOU, Disneyland! Starbucks Reopened This Week! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: A Visit To Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland is Easier Than You Think! Iconic Disneyland FOOD Will Be Part of Buena Vista Street’s Reopening — Here’s What You Can Look Forward To! Review: We Had the Saddest Burger at Disneyland’s Buena Vista Street…and We Kind of Loved It. View the full article

We’re at Disney World every single day, and well, we’ve seen some things… Dole Whip! We’ve seen ride fails, merchandise fails, and more. But we think what we saw today might be the most anxiety-inducing thing we’ve ever seen at Disney World. You guys…someone left a box of Dole Whips ABANDONED on top of a trash can at Aloha Isle at Magic Kingdom. THE HORROR! These poor Dole Whips will now never know the love of someone dipping a spoon into them and tasting their pineapple-y goodness. And now they’re melting all over the place and that is seriously stressing us out! Poor abandoned Dole Whips We seriously have so many questions. Why the to-go drink container (they’re getting smooshed against the sides!). Why would you buy four of them and leave them? Was it a random act of kindness gone awry? We watched these sweet pineapple BBs melting in the heat for a few minutes, hoping their owner would claim them. But alas: orphaned Dole Whips. So we did the only thing we could do — we shared this photo with you so you could stress along with us. What are friends for, right? And if we see any other sad situations like this at Disney World, we’ll share those, too. PSST: You Can Now Get Dole Whip in a Special Tiki Sipper at Magic Kingdom! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite thing about Dole Whips? Let us know in the comments! The post OMG We are NOT. OK. We Found an Abandoned Box of Dole Whips in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Review! A NEW Dole Whip Float Has Landed at Disney World’s Aloha Isle! What’s New in Magic Kingdom — Starbucks Drinks, Spirit Jerseys, and a BIG Attraction Closure! Confirmed: Raspberry Dole Whip Is BACK in Magic Kingdom! View the full article