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Today, we’re bringing you a hack to snag a delicious Everglazed donut. Everglazed Even though this place hasn’t been around long, we can’t get enough of their sweet eats. We’ve already tried their classic Grilled Cheeeeeese, and it was amazing. So amazing that it became mega famous — and we’re here for it! But today we’re going to take things up a level and add BACON. Now, this isn’t on the menu, but if you order the Grilled Cheeeeeese, you can throw some bacon in there for an extra dollar. And of course, we spent another dollar to upgrade from the sweet bun to a griddled glazed donut (it is a donut shop, after all). Let’s dig in! This sandwich is packed pretty high with bacon and LOADS of cheddar cheese! Here’s a closer look. Bacon Grilled Cheese Donut The bacon was crispy, and there was SO much of it considering we only paid a dollar to add it! The donut and bacon complimented each other in the perfect combination of salty and sweet. And that ooey-gooey cheese was the best bonus. Bacon Grilled Cheese Donut This new creation levels up the already-amazing classic grilled cheese at Everglazed. Unless you’re not a bacon fan, you’re going to want to consider giving this one a try. And eat this hot if you can — it’s super fresh and tasty! Bacon Grilled Cheese Donut The sandwich was $6, plus $1 to add the bacon and another $1 to upgrade to a donut — so $8 total. Remember, this isn’t on the menu, so you’ll need to make sure you ask for those additions! As usual, Everglazed did not disappoint. We’ll keep trying all the new eats at Everglazed (and everywhere else at Disney), so stay tuned to DFB! Check Out Another Disney Springs Snack Review! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you try this Grilled Cheeeeeese Donut with Bacon? Let us know in the comments! The post Cheesy Bacon Donut?! The DFB Hack You NEED to Know About first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s NEW At Disney Springs? A WHOLE LOT! Check it out…. What’s New in Disney Springs! August 10, 2018 Is This Maple Bacon Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough in Disney Springs Worth A Try? View the full article

Black History Month has begun, and Disney is ready to kick off the celebrations! Disney Springs A few days ago, we shared that Disney is hosting “Celebrate Soulfully” throughout the month of February to honor Black heritage and culture through music, food, and art. Experiences offered include Movies Under the Stars at Disney resorts as well as a new Soul-inspired jazz exhibit in EPCOT! Disney Springs is also celebrating with “Celebrate Soulfully at Disney Springs.” And now we have even MORE details to share! Movies Under the Stars Disney resorts’ “Movies Under the Stars” program offers a complimentary way for guests to watch a Disney movie in an outdoor setting. At select resorts, February’s screenings will include films celebrating Black culture, such as The Princess and the Frog. The Princess and the Frog We’re already warming up our vocal chords to sing “Almost There” and “Down in New Orleans!” The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure This brand-new exhibit in EPCOT’s American Adventure pavilion opened on February 1st, and we took you on a tour! It takes guests around the United States to learn about jazz music’s history in key cities like New Orleans, Chicago, New York City, Los Angeles and San Juan, and Puerto Rico. And of course, it’s led by Soul‘s jazz aficionado, Joe Gardner himself! The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure The exhibit features some incredible curated artifacts from world-renowned jazz musicians. You can see Louis Armstrong’s trumpet, sheet music handwritten by Jelly Roll Morton, and percussion sheet music of Duke Ellington drummer Louie Bellson! The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure A Play Disney app game is also on its way so guests can learn even more about jazz. And while the opening of this exhibit did coincide with the start of Black History Month, it will be open beyond the month as well! Now let’s check out what’s going on in Disney Springs. Tour the new Soul exhibit here! Celebrate Soulfully at Disney Springs Let’s start with the food (of course). On February 25th, Chef Deaundra “Dee” Rolle will present “A Taste of the Bahamas” at The Edison. Chef Dee will transport guests to the Caribbean with a three-course meal inspired by her Bahamian heritage. ©Disney Over at Amorette’s Patisserie, two new petite cakes debuted based off of Princess Tiana from The Princess and the Frog and Joe Gardner from Soul. Joe’s is vibrant and features music notes and a keyboard… “Celebrate Soulfully” Petite Cake …while Tiana’s is modeled after her iconic dress with a yellow and green palette. Both of these cakes are chocolate with raspberry mousse. “Celebrate Soulfully” Petite Cake There will also be plenty of music to enjoy as you walk around Disney Springs! On Motown Mondays, Jazz Thursdays and Smooth Sundays, notable artists will take to various stages. The line-up includes Motown in Motion, Tonya Staples Duo and Joseph Jevanni. Select Disney Springs locations will also feature a new soundtrack of your favorite Disney tunes — with a jazz-inspired twist! Marketplace Stage You can also explore four new art displays inspired by Soul, created by emerging Black artists Bee Harris, Bianca Pastel, Arrington Porter and Cory Van Lew. Each piece represents that artist’s interpretation of the film. And over at House of Blues, the year-round Southern Vernacular Art exhibit highlights work by over 150 untrained, self-taught and mostly African-American artists. Some prominent artists featured include Mose T., Jimmy Lee Sudduth, Leroy Almon, and Roy Ferdinand. ©Disney Several retail locations are spotlighting Black designers, artists, and visionaries: Marketplace Co-Op: Bowes Signature Candles was founded by Jamaica native Dave Bowes and sells more than 110 different candle scents. Some of the scents sold in Disney Springs include “Jamaica Me Crazy,” which blends mango, papaya, orange, pineapple, coconut and watermelon. Sephora: Sephora is committing to dedicating more in-store space to diverse companies such as Fenty Beauty, Briogeo, Pat McGrath Labs, and Shani Darden Skincare. Additionally, it aims to double the product selection of its new line Bread Beauty Supply, which offers haircare for kinky and coily hair. Art of Disney: The Artist Spotlight will feature Floyd Norman, Bruce Smith and Marlon West, talented animators who worked on Disney films such as The Jungle Book, Hercules, and The Princess and the Frog. Disney-owned locations: World of Disney will sell Soul and The Princess and the Frog merchandise. At Marketplace Co-Op, you can find The Princess and the Frog items, and Super Hero Headquarters will sell Black Panther gear. ©Disney We’re excited to experience all of this for ourselves and see what else Disney has in store for Black History Month! As always, we’ll keep you posted here at DFB with all the latest Disney news and updates, so stay tuned! Check Out This Soul-Inspired Smoothie! 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 Springs in February? Let us know in the comments! The post See How You Can Celebrate Black History Month in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, bringing treats, meals, and even a few discounts and deals along the way! Riviera Resort Now, we’re taking a look at the hotel and ticket discounts being offered in Disney World in February. Please note that these are all the same deals we reported to you in January (but we want to make sure you still have a chance to score them this month)! Free Park Tickets Did you know that you can actually score FREE park tickets in Disney World right now? Guests who plan on heading to the parks in 2021 can actually snag an additional TWO days of free theme park tickets when they book a 4-night/3-day room and ticket package. Cinderella Castle This deal applies for stays at select Disney resorts on most nights from now through September 25th, 2021. Find out more details on the FREE ticket offer here! 35% Off Hotels in Disney World If you’d rather opt for a discount on just a hotel room, you save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney World resorts for most nights right now through April 17th. The deal notes that guests can save up to 20% at value resorts, up to 25% at moderate resorts, and up to 35% at deluxe resorts and deluxe villas. Guests must book their rooms by March 15th to take advantage of this deal. Disney’s Pop Century Resort If you’re looking to visit later in the year, you can also take advantage of a different hotel discount. This separate offer can help you save up to 30% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels for stays most nights from April 18th through July 10th. But, guests must book by May 27th to take advantage of this offer. Find out whether the free tickets or discounted hotel room deal is the best for you! Florida Resident Discounts Florida Resident Discover Disney Tickets Discover Disney Tickets are now available for Florida residents who want to take a staycation and visit one theme park per day on consecutive or non-consecutive days. Or, Florida Residents can choose a Discover Disney Ticket that includes a Park Hopper Option. A 2-Day Discover Disney Ticket is available for $75 per day ($149 total), a 3-Day Discover Ticket for $60 per day ($179 total), and a 4-Day Discover Ticket for $50 per day ($199 total). ©Disney When guests purchase the tickets, they must show proof of residency. Keep in mind that the 2-Day tickets and add-on options expire on March 11th and the 3-Day and 4-Day tickets and add-on options expire on June 18th. Take a look at more details on the Discover Disney Tickets! Florida Resident Hotel Discounts But, the savings don’t stop there for Florida Residents! Right now, Florida Residents can save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney World Resort hotels on most nights through April 17th. Grand Floridian Resort Guests must book the offer by April 17th and they must also show proof of residency at check-in. Find out more details about the Florida Resident hotel discount here! U.S. Military Member Discounts Specially Priced Theme Park Tickets Military Members can receive special pricing during their next Disney World vacation if they purchase tickets now through February 14th. EPCOT U.S. Military Personnel can choose between a 4-day, 5-day, or 6-day promotional ticket. The Disney 4-Day Military Promotional Ticket with the Park Hopper option is priced at $265 plus tax, the Disney 5-Day Military Promotional Ticket with the Park Hopper option is priced at $283 plus tax, and the Disney 6-Day Promotional Ticket with the Park Hopper option is priced at $301 plus tax. Animal Kingdom The tickets are valid now through September 26th. Military Members can also buy the Memory Maker product for $98 through February 14th, 2021. Check out more details about the military promotional tickets! Specially Priced Hotel Rates U.S. Military Members can also receive discounted rates at select Disney Resort hotels most nights through December 17th. Polynesian Village Resort Guests will need to call (407) 939-7830 to find out which hotels are available or to book a room. Find out everything you need to know about this hotel discount here! Annual Passholder Discounts Last (but certainly not least), Annual Passholders can save up to 40% on select rooms most nights through April 17th! That’s a MASSIVE deal! The offer excludes the following hotel and room options: 3-bedroom villas, campsites, Cabins at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, and Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. Disney’s BoardWalk The length of stay that the offer allows is one to fourteen days, but you must book by April 17th to take advantage of this deal. Passholders looking to visit a bit later in the year can take advantage of a separate offer to help them save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney World hotels from April 18th through July 10th, 2021, if they book by July 10th. Read more details on the Passholder hotel discount here! And there you have it! Those are all the discounts for February 2021. Check back with us for more details on upcoming deals and discounts in Disney World. Here’s what we know about Free Dining in Disney World this year! 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 plans to head to Disney World in February? Let us know in the comments below! The post 7 Disney World Ticket and Hotel Deals for February! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: 7 Disney World Ticket and Hotel Deals for January What’s New at Disney Springs: A Whole Line of “Up” Merchandise, Everglazed Construction Progress, and the Greatest Birthday Sundae EVER! What’s New at Magic Kingdom: TRON Coaster Updates, Gaston Tavern’s Re-Opening, and SO MANY Halloween Goodies! View the full article

The Rivers of America and the surrounding area has been under a lengthy refurbishment! Liberty Square Riverboat at Magic Kingdom The river was completely drained and construction work was happening on the guide rails for the Liberty Square Riverboat. We also saw work being done on Tom Sawyer Island and the dry riverbed. The river has recently been refilled and we were expecting the attractions to reopen on March 1st, 2021. It seems Disney is a little ahead of schedule and one of the attractions may open a little early! The Disney World website is noting hours for the Liberty Square Riverboat for this Friday, February 5th. The refurbishment calendar has also removed the riverboat from the list of closed attractions starting on Friday. Tom Sawyer Island, however, is still listed on the calendar at this time. Liberty Square Riverboat Removed from Refurb Calendar ©Disney All signs are pointing towards the Liberty Square Riverboat reopening on Friday. The boat will most likely start taking guests on rides around the island from 9:30AM – 7:00PM this weekend. Now, if we could only get the PeopleMover to speed things along too. Check out everything closed for refurbishment this week 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. Are you a fan of the riverboat? Let us know in the comments! The post Liberty Square Riverboat Reopening EARLY in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: 4 Magic Kingdom Attractions Will Be Closed in Disney World This Week! 😱 ALL the Attractions That Will be CLOSED for Refurbishment in Disney World Next Week! EVERY Attraction That Will Be Closed This Week in Disney World! View the full article

Here at DFB, we’re big fans of seasonal Disney snacks, and we know our readers are too! Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle That’s why we’ve been checking out all of the Valentine’s Day snacks in Disney World and Disneyland. We’ve had cupcakes, marshmallow wands, and even special Dole Whips! Now, another sweet treat has been announced for Disneyland Resort, and you NEED to see it! Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes in the Downtown Disney District is known for its over-the-top milkshakes. And if you’ve ever dreamed of sharing a milkshake with your love for Valentine’s day (You know, like they do in diners in the movies, with two straws?), then you’re in luck! Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes is currently open for take-out in Downtown Disney Announced on their Instagram (@blacktapanaheim), say hello to the Red Velvet Cake Batter Classic Shake! Topped with sprinkles and a cherry, this shake says “I love you” without using words. @blacktapanaheim on Instagram It’s available from now until February 28th and it’s perfect for sharing. We saw a more over-the-top version of this shake last year for one day only, but now you can have it for the whole month! Black Tap Menu We’ll be on the lookout for more “lovable” desserts around Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB. We’ve got plenty of snack reviews on our site, so check those out if you’re visiting soon! Click Here to See Photos and Reviews of the 2021 Valentine’s Day Treats! 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! Will you be trying this milkshake or skipping it? Let us know in the comments! The post Cake Batter and Ice Cream in One Cup?! You HAVE to See This Treat at Disneyland Resort! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Review: Is the NEW Epic Mickey Shake Worth the $24 Price Tag in Downtown Disney?! Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day With A FREE Cheeseburger in Disneyland! REVIEW! We’re Eating at The New Asian Street Eats in Downtown Disney in Disneyland! View the full article

Valentine’s treats are popping up all over Disney World now that the calendar has officially been turned to February! Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop And this is especially true in Disney Springs, with seasonal offerings like a new Dole Whip Valentine’s Swirl and restaurants serving special meals on Valentine’s Weekend. And now we’ve got another special deal to tell you about… and THIS one involves scrumptious SUNDAES at Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop! As seen on the Disney Springs website, Ghirardelli Soda Fountain will soon serve up Buy One, Get One Half Off Sundaes for a limited time! Screenshot from Disney Springs website This deal will be available from February 5 – 14, 2021. Gold Rush Caramel Sundae And remember, Ghirardelli is home to offerings like the World Famous Hot Fudge Sundae, the Ocean Beach Sea Salt Caramel Sundae, and the Gold Rush Caramel Sundae. Check out one of our latest Ghirardelli Sundae reviews right here! You can score the Buy One, Get One Half Off deal starting this Friday. After all, what better place to celebrate Valentine’s Day than a place where CHOCOLATE always gets the spotlight? ENJOY! 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 Ghirardelli treat? Please let us know with a comment! The post Find Out How to Get a Big Discount on SUNDAES in Disney Springs first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS! The Vivoli il Gelato Cart Is Serving Up Scoops Again in the Disney Springs Marketplace NEWS: A Special Seasonal CHURRO is Coming Back to Disney Springs Soon! Review: NEW Holiday Offerings at Earl of Sandwich in Disney Parks View the full article

Last year, Disney World Annual Passholders got some special savings opportunities online and in the parks. Annual Passholder Ears So far, this year we’ve seen exclusive merchandise become available for Passholders, including ears, a hat, and a pin. Well now Annual Passholders are getting another Disney treat. Once again, Annual Passholders have the opportunity to save BIG on select Disney merchandise in the parks. Typically, Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can get 20% off select merchandise purchases. BUT, starting today, February 2nd, through March 2nd, 2021, Disney World Passholders can get 30% OFF select merchandise at merchandise locations opened and operated by Disney. Tinker Bell Passholder Magnet The discount does NOT apply to Walt Disney World Resort Operating Participant locations including The Disney Store, Disney’s Character Warehouse, and other spots that are not owned and operated by Walt Disney World Resort. Annual Passholder Hat Also, the discount is also not valid on certain items like Swarovski items, select specialty items, Savi’s Workshop — Handbuilt Lightsabers, Droid Depot packages, or other items. You can read the full notice from Disney below. Screenshot from the Disney Annual Passholder Website At the time of purchase, you’ll need to present a valid Annual Pass card and government issued ID, so keep that in mind. But, if you’ve been eyeing a pair of Mickey ears, a particular toy, or a special shirt — this discount could help you snag that souvenir at a discount. Be sure to ask the Cast Member whether the specific item you’re looking at will fall under this special offer. And, don’t forget that the 30% off deal will only be available until March 2nd! Annual Passholder Pin We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more updates about special discounts and offers you can take advantage of at Disney World, at Aulani, and more. Check back with us for more updates. Click here to see how Florida residents can get a discount at a Disney Springs restaurant! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you a Disney World Passholder? Let us know in the comments! The post 30% Disney World Annual Passholder Discount Starts TODAY first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Don’t Miss Out on Free Disney Tickets and Your Rise of the Resistance Boarding Pass! Annual Passholders Can Score Some NEW Exclusive Merchandise in Disney World! Disney World Vacation Hacks the Pros SWEAR By View the full article

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Everglazed No, we’re not talking about Christmas. It’s Girl Scout Cookie season! And, Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew is teaming up with our favorite cookie-sellers to give us an EPIC treat! This donut shop is the new-kid-on-the-block at Disney Springs and they’re definitely getting on our good side with this one. The Thin-Mint Cookie Donut is what dreams are made of. Thin Mint Cookie Donut The specialty dessert (or breakfast item!) is made with the Classic Chocolate Iced Donut and topped with chocolate chips, mint icing, and Thin-Mint cookies. Thin Mint Cookie Donut The flavors of the donut taste JUST LIKE the flavors of a Thin Mint. The mint flavor goes a long way but it’s not too overpowering and it’s very fun. Plus, you have that AMAZING donut base! If Thin Mints are your favorite Girl Scout cookie then this is DEFINITELY the donut for you. You can snag it for $5.50! Thin Mint Cookie Donut And of course, it comes with a side of determination from our young businesswomen of America! The Girl Scout Cookie Donut is available today through the end of February. Thin Mint Cookie Donut We’ll be back to check out what’s new at Everglazed in the future. We’re hoping the fun collaborations do-nut stop here! Check out the 5 best and worst things we ate at Disney World in January! 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 a fan of Girl Scout Cookies? Tell us if this donut looks good to you in the comments below! The post REVIEW: There's a Thin Mint Cookie DONUT in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Disney Springs — Halloween Shakes, Dooney & Bourke’s Anniversary, And Disney Tees Galore! Review! Mac and Cheese…and Gummies? This New Halloween Dish is Strange and Unusual in Disney World! Celebrate the Ho-Ho-Holidays at Breakfast with Santa in Disney Springs! 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. Alert! New Wishables are arriving tomorrow! It’s a Small World entrance If you’re a Wishables collector, you may know that Disney recently released sets based on Aladdin, the Mad Tea Party, and Disney transportation! Well, another collection is arriving online TOMORROW — and it’s based on one of Magic Kingdom’s most classic attractions. Introducing the “it’s a small world” Wishables! Magic Kingdom’s “it’s a small world” is turning 50 this year, and to celebrate, we’ve got a bundle of new Wishables. The set includes iconic animatronics from the ride like the winking hippo, a penguin with a hat, and a kangaroo. “it’s a small world” Wishables Of course, the smiling “it’s a small world” clock is also featured! This new collection arrives on shopDisney tomorrow, February 3rd. “it’s a small world” We’re loving these colorful new additions — and of course, the song is already stuck in our heads. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates! Check Out These Wishables Keychains! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think about these new Wishables? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney's Dropping NEW "it's a small world" Wishables Tomorrow! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Bring Your Own Madame Leota Home With Disney’s New Water Globe Attention! There Are New Space Mountain Wishables and We NEED All of Them! NEW Disney Parks Transportation Wishables (Including a Mini Parking Tram!) Are NOW Available Online! View the full article

Welcome back! We’re here with another What’s New at Downtown Disney! Downtown Disney It’s been a busy week so we’ve got plenty of dining, construction, and merchandise updates to share with you! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s jump right on in! Downtown Disney Food Update Outdoor Dining The state of California lifted the stay-at-home order meaning that outdoor dining could return. Therefore, active eating and drinking are allowed again at Downtown Disney as long as guests are stationary and physically distanced. Because of this, MANY Downtown Disney restaurants (though not all) have reopened under the new health and safety measures! Here’s a break down of all the restaurants that returned this week. Ballast Point Brewing Co. Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District’s first on-site brewery welcomed guests back this week! Now you can stop in and try some of their seasonally-inspired menu items Monday-Thursday 11AM-8PM, Friday-Saturday 10AM-9PM, and Sundays 10AM-8PM. Ballast Point Brewing Co. UVA Bar and Cafe UVA Bar and Cafe reopened with outdoor dining on January 30th. Enjoy some sunshine and grab one of their delicious burgers Monday-Thursday from 12PM-8PM and Saturday-Sunday 11AM-8PM. Downtown Disney’s Uva Bar Tortilla Jo’s Tortilla Jo’s also returned on January 30th with similar hours. The upbeat Mexican restaurant is now open weekly Monday-Thursday 12PM-8PM and Saturday and Sunday 11AM-8PM. Tortilla Jo’s Queue Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen & Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen Express Both Louisiana restaurants have reopened in Downtown Disney for lunch and dinner. If you’d like to eat at the restaurant for a sit-down meal, you can now make a reservation, or you can grab the goods to go at the express kitchen daily. Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen Naples Ristorante e Bar Naples Ristorante e Bar reopened on January 30th bringing southern Italy flavors back to the center of Downtown Disney. You can now stuff your face with all of the classic Italian dishes served straight from traditional wood-fired ovens Monday-Thursday 12PM-8PM and Saturday and Sunday 11AM-8PM. Napes Ristorante e Bar Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes Black Tap is another restaurant joining the list of those that have reopened. The throwback-style eatery is open Sunday-Thursday 12PM-8PM and Friday-Saturday 12PM-9PM so you can grab a burger and milkshake everyday of the week! Black Tap Earl of Sandwich If you’re a fan of the many sandwiches and meals served at Earl of Sandwich, you can now stop by the reopened location and get your fix. The restaurant is now open Sunday-Thursday 10AM-8PM and Friday-Saturday 10AM-9PM. But do be sure to double check the hours before you head over. Earl of Sandwich at Downtown Disney Jamba And, lastly, the popular smoothie spot, Jamba, has reopened. You can now stop by and order some fresh-squeezed juice and a variety of bowls and sandwiches. Jamba Dining locations along Buena Vista Street will join the list of reopened restaurants at Disneyland Resort on Friday, February 5th. Though, a variety of dining locations at Downtown Disney do still remain closed including both Starbucks locations, La Brea Bakery Cafe, Tortilla Jo’s Taqueria, Catal Restaurant, and Splitsville. We’re not sure when these restaurants will reopen so stay tuned! Downtown Disney Construction Update Star Wars Trading Post This week, Disney announced that the intergalactic shop, Star Wars Trading Post will opening in a new location on February 19th. The new shop will be themed as a hidden jungle Resistance base and you’ll even pass by Rey’s speeder as you enter! The former location of Rainforest Cafe is expected to be the new home of the trading post and the exterior is already starting to be decorated in the style. ‘Star Wars’ Trading Post When the location opens later this month, galactic travelers will find odds and ends from the many planets of Star Wars including the Paddy Frog Light-Up Sipper and the new Baby Yoda inspired Streetwear Collection. Read MORE about the new store location! Gone Hollywood When we were passing by, we noticed that Gone Hollywood has closed its doors indefinitely. The store was previously being used for overflow during the holidays and on busier weekends when stores were capped at 20% capacity. Gone Hollywood Closed We chatted with a Cast Member about the closure and they shared that no information has been shared about when the location may reopen. Downtown Disney Merchandise Update Buena Vista Street It’s February at Disneyland Resort and that means that love is in the air (LITERALLY!). We spotted new Mickey balloons joining the colorful signature bundle. The Valentine’s Day balloons featuring a pink balloon tucked inside a clear balloon. And, the iconic duo, Mickey and Minnie, are on the balloon with their hands forming a heart among other hearts and flowers for the season. Valentine’s Balloons We spotted these babies in Disney California Adventure in the small alcove leading the way towards the upcoming Avengers Campus for $10. Read MORE about the New Disney Valentine’s Balloons Dress Shop Over at the Dress Shop, the Ariel Vintage Dress has made it’s way over to the West Coast. We originally spotted this at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World and now it’s floundered to another location. The dress features TONS of under-the-sea details so you can live your best mermaid life on the land. Little Mermaid Dress The predominantly blue dress, features sea shells and dinglehoppers and some embroidery details like Flounder and Ariel’s signature. The dress is available for $128. Here’s where to find this dress at Disney World! And, more Valentine’s Day Dooney & Bourke bags have popped up at the Dress Shop! The Valentine’s Day Dooney & Bourke Tote Bag is available for $298. Valentine’s Day Dooney & Bourke Tote Bag The bag features lots of romantic details including Mickey and Minnie on what we can only assume is a romantic date. Here’s MORE places you can find this Dooney & Bourke Collection! We also spotted a new baseball hat that features the same pattern as the embroidered EPCOT Mexico Pavilion Ears we found a little while ago. The embroidered details on the sides of the cap really pop against the dark background. Baseball Hat If you look closely, there are tons of little hidden Mickey details in the pattern. Baseball Hat The Mickey Ears had us going un poco loco and now we’ve got another hat to go crazy about! You can find this for $27.99 at the Dress Shop. Check out the Mexico Pavilion Ears in Walt Disney World! Julius Katz Last year, the Princess crown pins were selling out FAST at Disneyland and this week we spotted them BACK featuring new princesses at Julius Katz! You can snag a pin with crowns inspired by Princess Tiana… Tiana Princess Crown Pin …and Princess Aurora. Aurora Princess Crown Pin There’s also a Princess Cinderella Crown… Cinderella Princess Crown Pin …AND Princess Jasmine! Jasmine Princess Crown Pin Each pin has details that are unique to the princess and is $12.99. They’re so pretty that we want to collect them ALL! Here’s where to find MORE of these pins at Walt Disney World Kingswell Camera Shop Over at Kingswell Camera Shop, there’s a NEW Beauty and the Beast home collection that can 100% be our guest! The new line features a variety of kitchen and household items with iconic characters from the classic Disney animated film. The Chip Succulent is $12.99 and has Chip blowing as hard as he can to get that succulent out of the cup. It’s looks like he’s really just bubbling over instead, but we must say, that’s pretty cute. Chip Succulent The Madame de la Grande Bouche Wardrobe Jewelry Holder will keep all your gems safe for $79.99. The wardrobe doors open to reveal hooks for necklaces and bracelets and the drawers even open to store away all your keep sakes. We totally remember what outfit she gave Belle in the movie so maybe help her out by stocking her with some more stylish items. Madame de La Grande Bouche Jewelry Box Have Lumiere do the work and serve up all your cakes and cupcakes on the Lumiere Cake Stand for $44.99. Lumiere balances the plate with fire glittering from his candles and he’s sure to make a great addition to your kitchen collection. Lumiere Cake Stand And, the last new item that we spotted in the collection is the Lumiere Light-Up Figurine for $39.99. Lumiere Candle He’s sure to make a glowing centerpiece for the dinner table so put his service to the test! Read more about the NEW ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Collection HERE! Pin Traders Over at Pin Traders, we found a few new Limited Edition Pins, including the Haunted Mansion Clock Pin for $19.99. The pin features the creepy clock that strikes 13 (and other ghoulish things) that you ride by in the Haunted Mansion. Haunted Mansion Clock Pin We also found a Limited Edition Bambi Terrarium Pin for $19.99! The pin has Bambi and her pal Flower in the forest inside of a terrarium. We love a terrarium, but a Disney pin terrarium? That’s pretty adorable! Bambi Terrarium Pin Annual Passholders can also pick up the Limited Edition Magic Happens Pin for $17.99. The pin features Aurora and her Fairy Godmothers fluttering around the castle. In order to grab this pin, you will need to present a valid Annual Pass and State Issued ID at check-out. Magic Happens Annual Passholder Pin The last new item we found that Pin Traders is the Disney Rewards 2021 Pin for $12.99. The pin features Minnie in front of her house waving to all her fans! Disney Rewards 2021 Pin World of Disney Over at World of Disney, there are TONS of new items to keep you wandering the store for hours! The new Mickey Newsprint Collection has TONS of different tops, jackets, and pants so you can deck out head to toe. The Grey and White Raglan Disneyland Tee is the first in the collection for He’s sure to make a glowing centerpiece for the dinner table so put his service to the test! It features silhouettes of Mickey and Minnie on the front with the newsprint design and “Disneyland Resort” is written underneath the couple. Mickey Newsprint Disneyland Tee The long-sleeve t-shirt in the collection has the newsprint design on half of the shirt. Both the front and back go halfsies with a plain grey background and the newsprint pattern! You can grab the t-shirt for $42.99. Mickey Newsprint Long-Sleeve Tee Make it a whole ensemble and pair the tops with the Mickey Newsprint Sweatpants for $44.99. The print is on almost every inch of these pants so you can spend your morning cuddled up o the couch reading all the Disney news on the pants. Mickey Newsprint Sweatpants The Mickey Newsprint Hoodie also joins the collection for $59.99. The newsprint pattern is on the sleeves and pocket of this black hoodie. Mickey Newsprint Hoodie Similar to the hoodie design, the Mickey & Minnie Newsprint Sweatshirt has the pattern on the sleeves but also has Mickey and Minnie looking endearingly at each other on the upper front of the top. Pick up the sweatshirt for $49.99 Mickey Newsprint Sweatshirt And, the last item in the Newsprint collection is the Mickey Short Sleeve T-Shirt for $36.99. This top will have you singing M-I-C-K-E-Y-M-O-U-S-E with the main mouse himself on the front with the newsprint pattern in the letters. Mickey Newsprint t-shirt When the new Disney nuiMOs plush collection launched at the Disney Parks, two spirit jerseys were set to join the collection, but they sold out REAL FAST! Well, we spotted them back in stock at World of Disney this week! The Black Disneyland Resort Spirit Jersey is available for $19.99… nuiMOs Disneyland Spirit Jersey …and the Rose Gold Disney Spirit Jersey is back for $19.99. nuiMOs Rose Gold Spirit Jersey Your dog can get in on the Disney action in his own Mickey Dog Sweater for $44.99. Mickey’s expressions on the sweater are probably all of the feelings you’ve had as a dog owner at some point. Mickey Sweater for Dogs A few more items from the Lunar New Year collection have made its way into the shop too. The Mickey Mug (which we also spotted at Disney World) is great for keeping your teas warm as they steep and is available for $19.99. Lunar New Year Mickey Mug And, the Lunar New Year Magnets feature some classic Disney characters for $14.99. Translated, Mickey has “good luck,” Minnie “prosperity,” Donald “fortune,” Chip “happiness,” and Dale “longevity” so you can sprinkle some good fortune on your fridge! Lunar New Year Magnets If you’re heading to a baseball game or just enjoy lounging in a baseball jersey, there are two new Disneyland Baseball Jersey Tees for $59.99. Disneyland Baseball Jersey Tees And Marvel fans finally have some WandaVision merchandise that they can pick up to sport the newest cliffhanger on the show! The WandaVision t-shirt for women is $36.99 and features a retro logo. It’s basically walking advertisement for their ’50s sitcom in the show and says “A love like you’ve never seen!” WandaVision Shirt You can also dress up like Vision does for Halloween in the Vision t-shirt for men for $36.99. The tee features the same design as Vision’s superhero suit! Vision Shirt Bring the characters to your desk as decoration with the new Funko POP! figures! The Wanda ’50s Funko Pop figure is available for $14.99. Fans will immediately recognize the lobster that Wanda was trying to cook up in Episode 1. Wanda Funko POP! There’s also a black and white ’50s Funko Pop figure of Vision holding his little suitcase for $14.99. Vision Funko POP! And, you can grab the characters in color sporting their Halloween costume. Wanda is looking a lot like her superhero self in the Halloween Funko Pop for $14.99… Halloween Wanda Funko …and Vision isn’t hiding his face anymore in his Halloween Funko Pop costume for $14.99. Halloween Vision Funko We’re loving this show and this collection. Here’s MORE WandaVision merchandise you can find online and in-stores! If you’re missing new episodes of The Mandalorian you can add this notebook set featuring Mando and Baby Yoda for $24.99 and be reminded of all their adventures whenever you need to jot something down. Mandalorian Notebook Set The notebook set comes with a Baby Yoda notebook, pen, and other Star Wars accessories for the office! Mandalorian Notebook Set There were also TONS of new mugs when we stopped by World of Disney! We love riding Splash Mountain, Space Mountain, and Thunder Mountain and if you’re like us you can get the Conquered the Mountains mug for $19.99. Mountains Mug There are also THREE new character mugs for $14.99 each that let you put on the face of your favorite Disney animals. There is the Marie mug which has her purr-fect little whiskers on the front… Marie Mug …and her signature on the back. Marie Mug You could be mistaken for Stitch when sipping out of this character mug! He’s wreaking intergalactic havoc in the front… Stitch Mug …and went ahead and autographed the back. You know, his signature move. Stitch Mug The Cheshire Cat from Alice in Wonderland is also featured on a mug! The front highlights his iconic pink grin… Cheshire Cat Mug …and his smiling signature adorns the back. Cheshire Cat Mug And, if you’re hosting a mad tea party, the Alice in Wonderland Stacking Tea Cups Mug will help you master the balancing act for $19.99. This cup is three in one! Tea Party Mug And, the last new mug to join the infamous mug wall at World of Disney is the Valentine’s Day mug. The mug has mIckey and Minnie showing off their love for each other on the front. Valentine’s Day Mug And, the handle is in the shape of a heart! Valentine’s Day Mug The Valentine’s Day Mug is likely here for a limited time so head on over and pick it up for $14.99! Read MORE about the 6 NEW mugs just released by Disney! If Disney Villains are more your thing, then there are a few new items to add to your collection! The new Villains Button Down T-Shirt features almost every wicked character in black and white for $85.00. Disney Villains Button Down T-Shirt And you can snag the matching Villain scarf for $40! Disney Villains Scarf And that’s all for this Whats New at Downtown Disney! We’ll catch you next time for more updates out of sunny California! Check out what’s new at Disney Springs! 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 Downtown Disney recently? Let us know if the comments! The post What's New at Downtown Disney: Outdoor Dining Reopens, Character Mugs, and a Beauty and the Beast Collection first appeared on the disney food blog. 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There’s a bit of a chill in the air today, but the sun is shining bright in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. And what better way to celebrate a pretty day than with the new(ish) Sunshine Margarita at the Market! Sunshine Margarita at the Market If you’re not familiar with this simple stand with a simple name, that’s likely because — until recently — it hasn’t served up any signature snacks. The Market previously offered just a few drinks and park staples like Churros. More recently, though, it’s become a bit more high profile as the current home to the Num Num Cookie while the nearby Neighborhood Market remains closed. So, it seems a little menu refresh was in order, and the Sunshine Margarita is one of the results! You’ll see the Sunshine Margarita listed under the Specialty Beverages with alcohol along with a Classic Pina Colada. Market Menu Previously, the Margarita on offer was simply a “Frozen Margarita,” and in speaking with a cast member we learned that the Sunshine Margarita is not a new beverage… it’s just the name itself that’s new. Sunshine Margarita That said, the refreshed name does shine some light on the bright citrus flavor that’s so prominent in this drink, and it’s exactly what makes this sip so refreshing! Sunshine Margarita The Sunshine Margarita is nice and tart without a bite, and it would be especially delightful on a hot day. It’s a simple, good-and-boozy drink. At $13.00, it’s a bit pricey for what it is, but it’s far better than the Cosmo on Tap we tried over in Toy Story Land recently. Sunshine Margarita And it’s nice to see the Market stepping up its game a bit by serving up some SUNSHINE here on Pixar Place. We hope you’re enjoying some sunshine wherever you are today! Find out what else is NEW in Disney’s Hollywood Studios by clicking here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever stopped by the Market? Please let us know with a comment! The post Review: We're Sipping on the New(ish) Sunshine Margarita in Disney's Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Review: Deep Space Odyssey Cocktail at Pixar Place Pop-Up Bar in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Review! NEW Apple Cobbler at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! 10 Disney World Eats You Forgot to Put On Your Disney Food Bucket List 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. If you live far from the parks, no worries! Another Disney bag collection has made its way online. Italy Pavilion This Dooney & Bourke collection first popped up as a MagicBand! Recently, we got some new bags to match. And now, it’s all available online so you can feel like you’re sipping on a cappuccino in EPCOT’s Italy pavilion, no matter where you are. Let’s take a look! This black tote bag features a design inspired by EPCOT’s Italy pavilion. Mickey and Minnie explore Italy by bike and gondola, surrounded by Italian phrases, maps, and flags! Italia Dooney and Bourke Tote Bag The bag has three interior slip pockets and an interior key hook. It costs $268. Click Here to Buy the Italia Dooney & Bourke Tote Bag! The crossbody bag is smaller and has that same allover pattern. It also has a red and black adjustable crossbody strap with white stitching, which ties in with the stitching on the base of the bag and the zipper. How stylish! Italia Dooney and Bourke Crossbody Bag Like the other bags, this one has goldtone hardware and an embossed metal label that reads “Dooney & Bourke 1975.” It costs $198. Click Here to Buy the Italia Dooney & Bourke Crossbody Bag! This mid-sized satchel still features Mickey and Minnie, but has a black base and handles. There’s also an adjustable and detachable shoulder strap! Italy Pavilion Dooney & Bourke The inside of this bag has LOTS of compartments. A zip pocket, two slip pockets, a cell phone pocket, and a key hook can hold all your travel essentials! It costs $298. Click Here to Buy the Italia Dooney & Bourke Satchel! The MagicBand is available, too! It’s limited edition — there are only 1,500 of them. The same pattern stretches across the band as Mickey and Minnie continue their Italian adventures. Italy MagicBand The band has a Dooney & Bourke label and comes in a presentation box. We love how sophisticated this MagicBand looks! It costs $58. Click Here to Buy the Italia Dooney & Bourke MagicBand! This collection is a perfect combination of classic with a touch of Disney. We’ll keep an eye out for more Disney shopping news and keep you updated, so stay tuned to DFB! Check Out the New Merchandise for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think about this new collection? Let us know in the comments! The post You Can Now Order World Showcase-Inspired Disney Bags Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEW Italy Dooney and Bourke Collection Arrives in Disney World These Disney Princess LEGO Sets are Straight Out of a Fairytale! NEW Limited Edition ‘101 Dalmatians’ Pins Spotted Online! View the full article

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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Love is in the air, can ya feel it? Valentine’s Balloons It’s Valentine’s season! We’ve been trying Valentine’s Day treats and hunting down the perfect gifts for our loved ones. Now, we’ll be able to score BIG SAVINGS on those gifts with Disney’s NEW love season sale online! If you’re looking to get your Valentine’s Day shopping taken care of online, then you might want to do it this week. From now through Thursday, you can get 20% off when you buy two or more gifts from the Disney Valentine’s Day Gift Guide. They’re calling it Sweetheart Savings! ©Disney The Valentine’s Day Gift Guide has a wide variety of options for your hunny. You can, of course, snag a classic gift like a sweet Valentine’s Day Mickey Mouse Plush! ©Disney Look at his little suspenders! This guy or the Minnie plush is available for $24.99. Click here to buy the Valentine’s Day Mickey Mouse Plush! You don’t HAVE to get Valentine’s exclusive offerings either. You might not think face masks are romantic, but what if you’re snagging the Mickey Mouse Cloth Face Masks 4-Pack for $19.99 to keep your sweetheart safe? ©Disney Plus, there’s plenty of Valentine’s-specific and anytime apparel to check out too. Want to buy the Mickey Mouse Cloth Face Masks 4-Pack? Click here! Collectibles are available like the World of Disney Love Series Mystery Key for $12.99. Love Series Mystery Collectible Key ©Disney Who knows which one you’ll get! To buy the World of Disney Love Series Mystery Key, click here! You can even snag HOUSE decor! Up might be an unconventional love story, but it is one of our favorites. Carl and Ellie are totally goals! Up collection Show a little love with the Up Throw Pillow for $34.99! Want to buy the Up Throw Pillow? Click here! And pin-collectors can get in on the fun too with the Pixar Pals Valentine’s Day Mystery Pin for $12.99. Pixar Pals Valentine’s Day Mystery Pin Each of these pins has the chance to be a super pleasant surprise! To buy the Pixar Pals Valentine’s Day Mystery Pin, click here! All of these items and WAY more are available in the shopDisney Valentine’s Day Gift Guide sale right now! Head on over and snag a couple of your favorites. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney merchandise updates! Click here to see MORE Valentine’s Day merchandise! 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 snagging some items from the Valentine’s Day sale? Tell us in the comments! The post Get 20% Off Disney Valentine's Gifts With This Code! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: 4 BIG Disney Toy Sales Are Happening Online — Get ALL the Details HERE! Grab Your Detective Cap! There’s a MYSTERY DEAL on shopDisney and It Could be BIG! Make Your Home a Hit This Halloween with FREE SHIPPING on shopDisney! View the full article

By now, you may have already heard about “Celebrate Soulfully at Walt Disney World” which was recently announced on the Disney Parks Blog. While I can’t wait for our guests to check out all of the elements, I’m especially excited for the enhancements that just debuted at Disney Springs.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/9ZyiNaarYGk View the full article

With so many snack spots and restaurants all around EPCOT, it can be really difficult to know where you should stop for your next meal. Regal Eagle Smokehouse Should you get the triple decker garlic toast pulled pork sandwich at Sunshine Seasons, opt for some fish and chips, or stop by France for a GIANT piece of bread? There are LOTS of choices. Well, recently we stopped by Regal Eagle Smokehouse in The American Adventure to try some of the food there and we tried a food hack that you might want to check out! If you’ve never been to Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue, it’s a quick service location at The American Adventure in EPCOT that serves up a variety of barbecue dishes as well as some salads, pizza, and a few other items. Regal Eagle Smokehouse One of the special things about this spot is that it is themed to The Muppets!! So, if you wish the Muppets would show up in the parks more often, you’ll definitely want to stop by this spot and take in all the fun. The story behind this spot is that there is a competition going on which is a salute to all cook-offs, but mostly barbecue! Regal Eagle Smokehouse There’s inside and outdoor seating, so you have some options there which is nice. And while we have enjoyed some of the items here in the past, some of the items items there have not necessarily wowed us in the past. So, recently, we made a pit stop at Regal Eagle to try their Cheeseburger with a side of Mac and Cheese. Cheeseburger and Mac & Cheese The cheeseburger itself is a 1/3 lb Angus Burger on Garlic Toast (YUUUUUM) topped with American Cheese, Lettuce, and Tomato. For $13.49, this item is served with your choice of side. We opted for the Mac & Cheese, but there are also onion rings, baked beans, fries, and coleslaw available. Check out our review of some of the side dishes here! Cheeseburger A quick note before we get into our review — Regal Eagle has a number of sauces you can choose from to add some extra punches of flavor to your meal. The sauces used to be self-serve, but that’s no the case anymore. Instead, you need to ask for them at the counter. So, just keep that in mind! Regal Eagle Sauce Okay, so onto our review! We’ll start with the bad. The burger patty is pretty thin. If you’re looking for a big, juicy, giant burger patty — this really isn’t it. And it tasted like a pretty typical (perhaps previously frozen) burger patty. Regal Eagle Cheeseburger The good: this burger comes on GARLIC TOAST. Are burgers better when served on garlic toast you ask? We have evaluated this question before and once again our answer is 10000% yes. The best part of this burger (at least in our opinion) is the garlic toast. In fact, the burger would likely get a more negative review from us without that garlic toast on top. Cheeseburger But, what about the mac and cheese? The first time we had it, it was sort-of bland in terms of flavor, although it was better when we had it during another visit. This time, we are pleased to report that it was in fact not as bland as before. We saw the Cast Members adding a bit of salt or seasoning to order, so we think that helped in the flavor department. Mac and Cheese It’s better than when we first had it, but overall we’d say it isn’t the best mac and cheese ever. Still, it is something that we think kids will enjoy! BUT, here’s where the real artistry comes in. You can eat your burger, and you can eat your mac and cheese. But, what happens when you COMBINE them? You know we’ve got to try ALL the food hacks here at DFB, so we put that mac and cheese on the burger for some extra cheesy action! Putting the mac and cheese on the burger actually helped with the flavor of the patty. Mac and Cheese ON the Cheeseburger So, if you’re going to get these two items separately anyway, you might want to think about combining them for some extra flavor. Mac and Cheese ON the Cheeseburger Overall, we think the food we had recently at Regal Eagle was good and it is a place picky eaters might really enjoy. But, foodies should probably skip the burger here and consider instead getting some of the barbecue dishes at Regal Eagle that we’ve enjoyed in the past. Or, they might want to just search elsewhere in World Showcase for some more unique items. With all of the delicious options in EPCOT, this spot frankly just has a lot of tough competition. Regal Eagle Food We’ll keep tasting foods ALL over EPCOT and all of Disney World to give you our thoughts. Stay tuned for more reviews and details! Click here to see how we rank the World Showcase pavilions by their snacks! 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 your thoughts on Regal Eagle and the dishes you’ve tried there? Let us know in the comments! The post How to Hack a MAC and CHEESE Burger in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at EPCOT: A Secret Drink is Back, There’s a NEW Garlic Toast Pulled Pork Sandwich, and We Found a Whole Fish & Chips COLLECTION! Review: Vegan Cupcake from Epcot’s Sunshine Seasons! Loading Up on Chicken Guy! Loaded Fries and Mac ‘N’ Cheese!! View the full article

Happy Groundhog Day, DFB friends! Cinderella Castle In case you didn’t know, today is Groundhog Day! Now, Disney has been pretty busy lately getting ready for Valentine’s Day. We’ve seen new merchandise, sweet snacks, and some special events. But they haven’t forgotten about today! In fact, they have a special message for Punxsutawney Phil, the famous groundhog. Punxsutawney Phil has been hibernating for the last few months — which means he’s been pretty cooped up. So Disney sent him a little magic to get him through those next 6 weeks of winter he predicted! We sure wish Disney would ship us a box of our favorite park goodies. There’s even a bubble wand in there! Hopefully all that Disney gear will keep Punxsutawney Phil entertained while he’s cooped up for the next 6 weeks. Maybe we can all relate to him a little more this year! It sorta feels like we’ve been experiencing a Groundhog Day for quite a while. If only a giant box of park goodies would arrive at our door! Here at DFB, we’ll keep giving you all the latest Disney news — and a little piece of the parks, even if you’re far away. Click Here for a Virtual Visit to 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 Disney goodies would you want shipped to you? Let us know in the comments! The post This Is the Most Relatable Disney Video We've Seen in a LONG Time first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: BREAKING NEWS! Disney Cruise Line Announces Vacation Destinations for 2021! Disney Cruise Line Cast Members Use Their Artistic Talents to Give Back to Hospitals! Check Out What Happens to Disney Imagineer’s Concept Art With This Virtual Tour! View the full article

Disney Springs has gotten some cool new treat spots recently. Gideon’s Bakehouse And one of those spots has been VERY high-demand with multi-hour virtual queues each day. We’re talking about Gideon’s Bakehouse. This sweet stop is known for massive and delicious cookies and cake slices. Now, there’s a SECRET treat that you can only snag today — but you’ll need to know the secret code. This morning, Gideon’s Bakehouse announced that today (February 2nd) is a SECRET SLICE DAY! This means that there’s a secret item NOT on display at Gideon’s locations that you have to know a secret phrase to snag. These secret items are typically one day only, NEVER to return. Gideon’s Bakehouse Today, that secret slice is the Coffee Toffee Chocolate Cake! The cake is made with the same flavors of the January-exclusive Coffee Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookie with coffee buttercream, locally roasted espresso, toffee bits, and chocolate cake! ©Gideon’s Bakehouse So, how do you get your hands on this slice? You’ll need to know the SECRET CODE. Well, here’s the thing. It’s so secret that we can’t even tell you! Gideon’s Bakehouse While we put on our super-spy glasses and head to try this new slice, you might want to take a look at the latest Instagram post from Gideon’s Bakehouse. No reason, really (wink, wink). It’s not like the secret code is over there or anything (wink). ©Gideon’s Bakehouse Welp, WE checked the Instagram so we strolled in this morning and laid down that secret code. Sure enough, we got our very own slice of the Coffee Toffee Chocolate Cake! Coffee Toffee Chocolate Cake Like all Gideon’s slices, it’s got THICK slabs of icing surrounding a super moist cake. Plus, you can spot those toffee chunks stuck right to the side! Coffee Toffee Chocolate Cake This cake was super, super sweet but the bitterness of the coffee helped to cut it a little bit. You know we’re LIVING for that icing to cake ration, but you’ll need to like coffee to like this slice! Coffee Toffee Chocolate Cake Keep in mind that this cake is limited to TODAY ONLY and there is a limit of two slices per person. It’s also unlikely that the treat will last the whole day before it sells out. Coffee Toffee Chocolate Cake As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney updates! Click here to see a recent review from Gideon’s Bakehouse! 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 snagging this slice? Tell us in the comments! The post Do You Know the SECRET CODE to Score This Disney World Treat?! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Rustic Cuff Just Closed in Disney Springs — Could THIS New Spot Take Its Place? So. Many. Cookies. Get a FIRST LOOK at the Menu for Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs! Meet Some of the Mysterious Characters From Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs! View the full article

Welcome back to Magic Kingdom! Big Thunder Mountain We took a tour around the park yesterday and we’re telling you everything we found, so you can stay up to date on the construction, merchandise, and more in Disney World. Let’s get started! Magic Kingdom Construction Update Bonjour! Village Gifts In Fantasyland, Bonjour! Village Gifts remains closed even as painting is complete. Bushes continue to obstruct the entrance. Bonjour! Village Gifts We’ll keep you updated here at DFB once we know when this store is scheduled to reopen! The PeopleMover: The Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover also remains closed. It was last scheduled to reopen on January 30th, but that date has been extended once again through February 28th. PeopleMover We saw the attraction being tested again as we walked by. Fingers crossed this is a good sign and we’ll see its return sooner rather than later! Click Here for a Construction Tour of EPCOT! Magic Kingdom Merchandise Update Emporium In the Emporium, we spotted nuiMOs outfits that were part of the February release! Oogie Boogie nuiMOs Cosplay Set These new outfits enable your nuiMOs to cosplay as other Disney characters! Other than Oogie Boogie, some available options include Woody… Woody nuiMOs Cosplay Set …the Cheshire Cat… Cheshire Cat nuiMOs Cosplay Set …and Cinderella! Each of these sets is $19.99. Cinderella nuiMOs Cosplay Set We also found a Disney Tails pull toy that looks like bucketloads of fun for your pet! Pull Toy The red, black, and white toy features little Minnie bows. It costs $17.99! Pull Toy Lastly, we found a new Beauty and the Beast notebook. On the front, Belle and the Beast look straight out of the ballroom as they stare at each other underneath the movie’s title. ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Notebook The spine features Lumière and Cogsworth… ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Notebook While Mrs. Potts and Chip hop around on the inside pages! ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Notebook This notebook is $19.99. Memento Mori Over at Memento Mori in Liberty Square, we spotted a spooky new Haunted Mansion tee. It advertises that famous vacant space in the mansion…and asks if you want to join, of course! Haunted Mansion Shirt We love the eerie yellow and purple on this shirt. This one is $39.99! Click Here to See Disney’s New Collection for Raya and the Last Dragon! That about wraps up our tour! As always, we’ll keep you posted here at DFB with all the latest Disney news and updates, so stay tuned! Check Out These 30 Hidden Secrets in 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. When’s your next trip to Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Magic Kingdom: PeopleMover Testing, Lots of nuiMOs Outfits, and Dog Toys first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New in Magic Kingdom: Lots of Pet Tees, Up Pins, and Store Closures What’s New in Magic Kingdom: Sarcastic Magnets, a Typo Correction, and More! What’s New at Magic Kingdom: Liberty Square Market Reopens, Character Encounters, and More View the full article

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It feels like just yesterday it was New Year’s Eve, and now it’s already almost February! Walt Disney World Gateway Things are constantly changing at Disney World, and February of 2021 will be no exception. From new treats and refurbishments to a brand NEW exhibit, here are some of the biggest changes coming in February! 1. New Treats Valentine’s Day is just a few weeks away, and we’ve already started to see some special treats released for this holiday. But, a whole bunch of other ones (including some returning favorites) will be released in February. The Royal Majesty cake pop will be back in Magic Kingdom… Royal Majesty Cake Pop …and the Valentine Ice Cream Sandwich will be back at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Chocolate Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwich Want a full list of ALL the Valentine’s Day treats coming to Disney World? Check out our post here! Click here to see ALL of the Valentine’s Day Treats Coming to Disney World! If you’re looking for a special event to attend on Valentine’s Day, you can check out the (pricey) Chef’s Tasting Dinner being offered at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs. There will also be some special cupcakes baking all throughout February at Sprinkles. Sprinkles Gideon’s Bakehouse also just released some new treats forFebruary. And these are . Eternal Flame Cookie Basically, February will bring with it some new treats and menu items, so be on the lookout for those. Read our FULL review of the new Gideon’s eats here! 2. Refurbishments During February, a number of things will also go under refurbishment. Over at Disney’s Pop Century Resort, the Hippy Dippy pool will be closing for maintenance in mid-February. The Kiki Tikis Splash Play Area at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort will also undergo refurbishment that month. Hippy Dippy Pool at Pop Century So, if you’ll be staying at any of those resorts, be sure to keep those refurbishments in mind. See a full list of upcoming and ongoing refurbishments here. 3. Extended Park Hours One of the most important things you’ll want to continually monitor as your trip to Disney World gets closer are those park hours. Park Hours can change, so it’s important that you know how long you can have at each of the parks to take full advantage of your day(s) there. So far, we’ve seen some hours extended in early February. Magic Kingdom Again, keep in mind that these are subject to change. But, if you’ll be visiting during early February, make sure you take a look at the hours to best plan your days in the parks. Click here to see what park hours have been extended in February! 4. Festival of the Arts Ending Another change that will come in February has to deal with EPCOT’s festivals. Currently, EPCOT’s International Festival of the Arts is going on. The Festival is only scheduled to run through February 22nd, however. After that, the schedule will close to make way for the Flower & Garden Festival, which will begin in March. EPCOT International Festival of the Arts So, if you’re planning to visit EPCOT during February and you want to make sure you see the Festival of the Arts, be sure to visit before it closes. Click here to see our BEST of the FEST: what to eat and drink at the Festival of the Arts! 5. Soul of Jazz + Black History Month Celebrations Recently, Disney announced that a NEW exhibit inspired by Disney and Pixar’s Soul will be coming to The American Adventure in EPCOT. The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure will take guests on a musical tour across America, including stops at New Orleans, Chicago, New York City, and more. Soul of Jazz The exhibit officially opened on February 1st, so guests can visit the American Adventure pavilion right now and check it out. Each of the jazz hubs featured in the exhibit have their own board on the walls discussing their spot in jazz history, and some of the famous musicians that brought jazz to these cities. You’ll even be able to see how jazz feeds into the music of some famous musicians like Beyonce and Lady Gaga. The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure So, if you’re looking for something new to experience in the parks, be sure to check out this exhibit. Click here to see more photos of the new Soul of Jazz exhibit! February is Black History Month and Disney is inviting guests to “Celebrate Soulfully” with all kinds of special events. During February, you’ll get to enjoy some musical performances on Motown Mondays, Jazz Thursdays, and Smooth Sundays at Disney Springs. There will also be four new art displays in Disney Springs inspired by Soul and created by emerging Black artists. Disney Springs If you’re looking for more new snacks, restaurants in Disney Springs will be offering special menu items, like treats inspired by Soul and The Princess and the Frog at Amorette’s Patisserie. After you eat all of those delicious treats, you can shop around the stores that will be highlighting products from Black designers, artists, and visionaries. Click here to see all of the special things coming to Disney Springs in February! Over at the Disney resorts, you can celebrate Black History Month by watching films that celebrate Black culture like The Princess and the Frog. ©Disney This is another portion of the “Celebrate Soulfully” programming Disney will be hosting throughout February. Click here to see more about these Movies Under the Stars for February! 6. NBA G League at Disney World And finally, during February, the NBA G League will begin playing its 2021 season at Disney World, in a bubble environment like the one that the NBA used in 2020. Basketball We’re eager to see if any other bubbles are announced for Disney World. Click here to see more about the NBA G League playing in Disney World! And that’s our list of some ways that Disney World will be different in February. We’ll definitely keep an eye out for future changes and let you know what we find. Stay tuned for all the latest updates. Click here to see what’s new at Disney’s 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. Are you heading to Disney World in February? Let us know in the comments. The post 6 Things That Will Be Different in Disney World in February first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Disney is always changing one way or another. Whether prices are being adjusted, attractions are being closed and opened, or guest habits are varying; you’ll usually spot SOMETHING different year-to-year in the World. Magic Kingdom This is especially true in the wake of the global health crisis. A lot had to change in a very short time. Some of those changes are going to disappear while others may be permanent. It’s entirely possible that a 2022 Disney World will look TOTALLY different from a 2021 Disney World (which was already a weird enough year to begin with!). So, if you’re looking at taking that Disney trip in the next few years, you might be wondering if it’s better to schedule for this year or hold off until 2022. We’re here to help! We’re taking a look at the biggest differences and whether you should get that trip set for this year or next! Health Measures and Concerns We’ll start off by addressing the biggest collection of recent changes — health concerns and measures due to the global health crisis. As we kick-off 2021, it is overwhelmingly clear that health concerns are still very prominent. Health Statement Disney has continued to offer pared-down festivals like the Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts and the Taste of EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival, high-demand events have gone virtual (like the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend), and health and safety measures — capacity limitations, mask mandates, temperature checks, social distancing, and more — are all still in effect in early 2021. Temperature Check Now, a vaccine is in the process of being distributed. It will take some time to fully distribute throughout the country, but it’s a positive sign that some return to “normal” could be on the horizon. Still, we’re not sure how soon we’ll see a return to normal and if a vaccine will even allow us to completely get back to how everything was prior. It’s still very unclear how long these measures might be in place. Minnie Mouse at a Temperature Check That said if things do go well and the vaccine is distributed and functions as it should, Disney could have more wiggle room to be able to provide guests a safe experience without so many restrictions. We’ve already seen some offerings return such as hotel reopenings, the return of park hopping, and some very limited fireworks. If this trend continues, then 2022 could likely see fewer health regulations than 2021. Social Distancing If you’re betting on hugging Mickey, watching Happily Ever After, visiting Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, or the like; 2022 might be your better bet. But don’t start packing your bags just yet! There’s no guarantee when or IF these offerings will return, but the more time we put between ourselves and the crisis, the more likely it is that they’ll be an option once again. Click here to watch our VIDEO on the return of park hopping! Crowd Levels This factor is kind of complicated, so if crowd levels have a big effect on your vacation, you’ll want to listen up. Crowds Crowds are currently capped at 35% in the parks, which is a little bit more than a sold-out holiday party in Magic Kingdom. That means wait times sometimes feel more “normal” when you’re seeing an hour plus wait for Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, and sometimes seem low, like the ones we saw during New Year’s week. There’s a big flux to it, so traveling in 2021 doesn’t guarantee you’ll get mystically low wait times. What we’ve really seen is the crowds ebbing and flowing. You can’t check a crowd calender or anything like that right now and know what to expect. Carrousel Wait Sometimes, you have a lot of space in the park, but pinch points are common where folks end up crowded together. We’ve found ourselves in Adventureland at times where it looks packed with people. Social distancing is possible with heavier crowd levels, but it isn’t always easy. If it’s a priority for you, you may need to be ready to take alternate routes when you see crowds forming in the parks. Adventureland Crowds As we mentioned though, there are still times in some parks where it’s very easy to socially distance and it can even feel like you practically have a land all to yourself. The takeaway here, again, is crowds are pretty unpredictable right now. Christmas crowds AND New Year’s crowds definitely weren’t to the same extremes we’ve seen in years past (even scaled down to match the capacity cap). We’ve been surprised by crowd levels — both high and low — over the past couple of months. Crowds If a low-crowd Disney World is something you want to experience, then visiting sooner rather than later might be a good option for you. The more time that passes, the more folks will LIKELY feel comfy traveling again and Disney could see demand return. Galaxy’s Edge Crowds Now, there is an exception to this point. October 1st, 2021 is Disney World’s 50th Anniversary. This day is already booked up for Park Passes for Annual Passholders in Magic Kingdom, and it’s likely that such a historic event could pull BIG crowds in the weeks immediately before and after. In addition to usually busy times like holidays, those who are looking to avoid crowds will want to avoid this time of the year. Animal Kingdom Crowds Analysts predict that Disney will start to return to a normal level of operation in 2022, so those typical crowds may possibly be back in full swing by next year. Plus, in addition to typical crowded times, EPCOT’s 40th Anniversary takes place on October 1st, 2022, which may have a similar draw as the Disney World anniversary this year. That’s a good time to avoid if throngs of people and long wait times aren’t your jam. Click here to learn more about Disney World’s 50th Anniversary! Special Events But, there’s a case to be made specifically for planning visits around these and other events. If you’re a big Disney buff and want to be a part of these special anniversaries, that can DEFINITELY be a deciding factor as to which year you choose. Not much is known about the special events Disney has planned for the 50th (barring some BIG openings, more on that in a minute ) but it could be major fun. And the EPCOT Transformation has the aim of being mostly completed for the park’s 40th, so there will surely be a lot to see. If you specifically want to be there for one of these events, that can mean you’re locked into one year or the other. Fireworks These major anniversaries aren’t the only events that could have an effect. As we mentioned, we’re still seeing events canceled and shifted to virtual in early 2021, so if a crowd-drawing event is a must for you, holding off until 2022 could be the safer bet. Epcot Forever Since we don’t know when it will be safe for crowds to gather, fireworks to launch, and parades to dance down Main Street, we have to consider the possibility that 2021 won’t see the return of some of our favorite offerings. If you’re hoping to experience an EPCOT fest to the fullest, attend one of Mickey’s holiday parties, or participate in a runDisney event, 2022 might be a safer bet. Want to read about 2021’s EPCOT Festival of the Arts? Click here! Ticket Prices Prior to the global health crisis, 2020 saw a ticket price increase to Annual Passes for Disney World. We’re overdue for a regular ticket price increase so it’s entirely possible that an increase could come as demand returns to Disney World. Disney World Beyond that, the country is currently in a recession and the nature of the crisis means that people are hesitant to travel. As we’ve seen from historical events, Disney has offered some pretty major deals in these sorts of instances. As time goes on and demand returns, Disney will have less of a need to draw guests in with steep discounts and special offers. That’s not to say there will be NO special offers, but it’s possible that the sooner we go, the better offers we’ll get. Animal Kingdom Crowds So, if you’re looking to save on tickets or resort hotel bookings, traveling in 2021 could be the safer bet. We’ve already seen some serious discounts on rooms at Disney World for much of 2021. We’ll be waiting to see how tickets fare as the year progresses. Epcot’s Main Gate As a bonus, airfare is HISTORICALLY low right now. We’re talking half or more off compared to what you might be used to just over a year ago. We could see those prices shoot up as people begin to travel more and airlines look to recoup revenue. If you’re comfortable flying, you could save on travel by scheduling your trip sooner rather than later. To learn more about the current economic situation, click here. Major Openings Finally, let’s talk about some major openings. Both 2021 AND 2022 will see the opening of some major Disney World attractions. If you’ve got your eye on a new ride, this is something to consider! Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure 2021 is set to bring us Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, Space 220, Harmonious, and Roundup Rodeo BBQ, among other things. PLAY! pavilion construction Beyond that, we’re looking forward to the completion of the EPCOT Transformation, Play Pavilion, Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind, and more. The highly-anticipated TRON Lightcycle Run in Magic Kingdom was projected to be finished in 2021, but has since been delayed. These things are likely to open in the next two years, and you can stay tuned to DFB to see what’s coming when! TRON Lightcycle Run Construction If you HAVE to ride Remy’s ASAP, 2021 is your year. If you don’t want to pay for a ticket just to stare at construction walls in EPCOT, 2022 might be the better bet (and towards the end of the year at that!). Note! You do have the option to change or cancel and rebook your trip later based on how things develop. If you’re really torn between 2021 and 2022, it might make sense to book a 2021 trip and then reschedule if things you’re hoping for this year don’t end up happening or returning. If this is a good fit for your family, don’t forget it as an option! EPCOT Cancellation policies and fees are currently waived through the end of April. Of course, that could change, so you’ll need to keep a close eye on this if you’re considering this option. Change fees are less of an issue than cancellation. Trip changes are subject to availability and you’ll need to pay a difference in price, but as long as changes are made prior to 30 days out from arrival, you likely won’t incur a fee. Magic Kingdom Beyond that, whether you book your room and tickets separately or book a package, discounts are often available. You can keep up with these by staying tuned to DFB and checking the Disney World special offers website page. Pandora If you want to know for SURE what fees and discounts you could encounter, we recommend using a travel agent (like our pals at Small World Vacations!). Using an agent is completely FREE and it’s THEIR job to make sure you don’t pay a cent more than you need. We’ve had great experiences with Small World Vacations and can confidently recommend them for your own trip. Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg So, should you book a 2021 or 2022 Disney World vacation? You should book in 2021 if… You’re hoping to take advantage of lower crowd levels. You want to keep those ticket, room, and travel prices as low as you can. You want to ride some of the newer attractions ASAP. You’re okay if things are still up in the air in terms of events and offerings during your trip. You should book in 2022 if… You want Disney World to be as “back to normal” as possible. You’ve got your eye on a special event. You want to see a mostly finished EPCOT next time you’re there. You’d rather not take any chances and you’re spending enough on this trip that it really needs to be perfect. But it isn’t always that simple! This decision ultimately comes down to what you decide is best for your family. Check with everyone in your travel party to learn what they want out of a Disney trip and then use this article to decide which year is best for you. And remember, if you have any questions feel free to reach out in the comments and we’ll be happy to help! Click here to learn more about the latest Disney Discounts and deals! 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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Hello movie stars, and welcome to Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Toy Story Land We’re back in this lovely theme park to give you all the updates on what’s new! We found new merchandise, a snazzy car in the parking lot, and so much more, so let’s dive in! Hollywood Studios Merchandise Updates Dok Ondars Over in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, we spotted a replica of the new Cal Kestis Lightsaber! We knew that this would be coming sometime this year, and according to this sign in the shop, it will be here in Fall 2021. Cal Kestits Lightsaber A Cast Member told us that this is just a replica, and that there are no working parts in it. Cal Kestis Lightsaber Still, it looks pretty cool! We’ll be on the lookout for a release date, and let you know when we get more information! Build Your Own Lightsaber at Savi’s Workshop in Galaxy’s Edge! Mickey’s of Hollywood In Mickey’s of Hollywood, we found the new (and old) Wishables Keychains! We spotted a Hitchhiking Ghost from The Haunted Mansion, Olaf, Anna, Dole Whip, Mickey Bar, and Skully from Jake and the Never Land Pirates previously in another shop at Hollywood Studios. Wishables Keychains Each keychain is $9.99. See more photos of the Wishables Keychains Darkroom We didn’t find any new merchandise in The Darkroom, however we wanted to remind you that you can find all of the latest ears here! Ear Wall We found the new Adjustable Rose Gold and Classic Ears, the Donut Ears… Ear Wall …the 2021 Graduation Ears, the 2021 runDisney Ears, and SO many more! Check out the 2021 runDisney Minnie Ears! Tatooine Traders Back in Tatooine Traders, we spotted a new-to-us Stormtrooper Mug! It’s got several Stormtrooper helmets with different artsy designs! Stormtrooper Mug Each helmet has a unique look which makes this mug so much fun for Star Wars fans. Stormtrooper Mug If you’re a major Stormtrooper fan, you can grab this for $14.99. Here’s the new Baby Yoda Streetwear Collection! Hollywood Studios Miscellaneous Update Parking Lot One of the coolest things we found on our trip to Hollywood Studios was actually OUTSIDE of the park! In the parking lot, we spotted this incredible Buzz Lightyear Car! Buzz Lightyear Car It’s covered in ALL of Buzz’s details from his color scheme to the design on his wings! It’s not quite the same, but it’s pretty close to the car you can see in the Character Cavalcade! Buzz Lightyear Car If this is your car, please let us know! We think it is SO cool, and now we kinda want a car decked out as our favorite Disney character! Star Tours It’s been a while since we’ve been on Star Tours, but we wanted to give a quick reminder that there is plexiglass on this attraction! Star Tours Plexiglass can be found in the line… Plexiglass in Star Tours Queue …the loading area… Plexiglass in Star Tours Loading Area …and on the actual ride. Star Tours Plexiglass This does not hinder your experience too much like some other attractions (we’re looking at you Frozen Ever After), but it is here! Another Queue Gets a Plexiglass Makeover in Disney World Hollywood Studios Crowd Update On our latest visit, the park was not very busy at all. The crowds that were there went towards the top attractions. Crowds While we passed by the attractions, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster was at a 40-minute wait, Tower of Terror was at a 50-minute wait, Slinky Dog Dash was at a 60-minute wait, and Toy Story Mania was at 25 minutes. These times aren’t too bad considering how high we saw them during the holidays! Crowds Now is the time to be at Disney World if you want to avoid crowds! Wait Times in Disney World Significantly DROPPED This Week That’s all the updates we’ve got for you today! We hope you had fun following along and seeing a new lightsaber, some plexiglass, and a Buzz Lightyear Car! We’ll continue making our way all over Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news. Here’s what’s new in the 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 is your favorite thing to do in Disney’s Hollywood Studios? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Disney's Hollywood Studios: A NEW Lightsaber, Crowd Updates, and a Buzz Lightyear CAR! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: How To Ride Slinky Dog Dash with NO WAIT! Is After Hours At Disney’s Hollywood Studios Right For YOU?? What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Massive Crowds, RARE Character Sightings, and Twisted Spirit Jerseys! 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