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State Rep. Anna Eskamani introduced a bill Wednesday to repeal Florida’s “Urban High-Crime Area Job Tax Credit Program,” which was initially put in place more than two decades ago to help places like Orlando’s majority Black neighborhood Parramore. But instead, a whopping half of the entire $34.8 million in tax breaks given out as part of the program have gone to Universal Orlando, a resort owned by Comcast, one of the world’s biggest corporations, and the resort’s hotels. View the full article

Ashley Eckstein is not just the voice of Ahsoka Tano in Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars: Rebels, she’s also the founder of the geek fashion label Her Universe. Ahsoka Tano White Lightsaber Hilts She’s also made many appearances at Disney World, signing Ahsoka lightsaber hilts and judging Halloween contests at The Edison. Many fans have spotted her just hanging out in the parks, too! Now fans have another chance to meet Ashley! She’ll be attending a special event at Disney Springs to sign autographs for fans as she launches the Everyday Cosplay fashion collection for Disney nuiMOs! That’s right — you’ll soon be able to dress your nuiMO up in brand new geeky wear inspired by Star Wars and other Disney franchises! ©Ashley Eckstein And you can be in on the launch AND meet Ashley on February 1st at the Marketplace Co-Op at Disney Springs from 10AM to 12PM. The event may have a virtual waiting list if the line gets long enough and guests must be physically present in Disney Springs to access it. Marketplace Co-Op This event could be popular, so we suggest arriving early! And we’ll let you know about any other events in and around Disney World, too! Disney’s Adorable NEW nuiMOs Plushes Are Now Available Online! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be attending this event? Let us know in the comments! The post Ashley Eckstein Is Meeting in Disney Springs Next Week! Get ALL the Details Here. first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Hold the Phone!! We Are Loving The New Additions to the ABCDisney Collection! CUTE ALERT! Become Part of the Family with the NEW Partners Statue Phone Case in Disney World! Curse the Morning With the NEW Maleficent Coffee Mug We Found in Disney World! View the full article

Back in December, restaurants in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District faced another round temporary closures due to a regional Stay-At-Home order mandated by the California Governor. And, it wasn’t until recently that California lifted the order, meaning that outdoor dining can return to the state. Downtown Disney This means that active eating and drinking are allowed again at Downtown Disney as long as guests are stationary and physically distanced. In response, we’re now starting to see restaurants announcing their reopening dates. And, today two joined the list and are set to open at the end of the month! UVA Bar and Cafe will be reopening on January 30th. This outdoor bar is a great spot to enjoy a meal while soaking up all the California sunshine. Downtown Disney’s Uva Bar You’ll be able to stop by and grab one of their delicious burgers Monday-Thursday from 12PM-8PM and Saturday-Sunday 11AM-8PM. We always enjoy heading over and trying the newest burger of the month so we’ll see what they come up with when they reopen! ©UVA Bar & Cafe | @uvabarandcafe And, Tortilla Jo’s will be joining the restaurants reopening at Downtown Disney at the end of the month. Tortilla Jo’s The upbeat Mexican restaurant will be open weekly Monday-Thursday 12PM-8PM and Saturday and Sunday 11AM-8PM. For now, we’re not sure if the counter service location, Taqueria, will be reopening with the restaurant this month. ©Tortilla Jo’s | @tortillajos Stay tuned because we’re keeping you updated on all the news regarding restaurants reopening at Downtown Disney! Check out our review of TWO sweet Valentine’s treats we found at Disneyland! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What is your favorite restaurant at the Downtown Disney District? Let us know in the comments! The post Two Downtown Disney Restaurants Share Reopening Dates first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS! Taqueria at Tortilla Jo’s Is Reopening Soon at Disneyland Resort! Get in the Christmas Spirit with THIS December Burger of the Month in Downtown Disney! YUM ALERT! The NEW Holy Mole Burger Is Coming to Disneyland (And It Looks So Good)! View the full article

Disney Vacation Club members are being treated to some special things this year in celebration of DVC’s 30th Anniversary. Magic Kingdom So far, some special DVC merchandise has been released, there’s a virtual musical event that members will get to enjoy, and DVC members will also get to enjoy the member lounge at EPCOT all throughout 2021. And now, there’s a new park adventure just for DVC Members! In celebration of DVC’s 30th Anniversary, DVC Members will get to take part in a brand new scavenger hunt all across Walt Disney World! Through this event, members will get to discover some of those amazing Disney details that are woven into the storytelling of the parks, while taking some fun selfies. ©Disney After completing each park, Members will receive a celebratory souvenir button! The “Scenic Selfies” scavenger hunt will begin on February 16th, 2021. ©Disney You can kick off this scavenger by bringing your smart device to one of the four designated kiosks: Magic Kingdom: Tomorrowland EPCOT: Alongside the Canada Pavilion Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Before the entrance to Toy Story Land Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Asia Disney Vacation Club Sign So, if you’re a DVC Member and looking for a new way to explore the parks, learn some cool facts, and collect some fun buttons, be sure to check this out. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news! Click Here to brush up on your Disney trivia! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you going to do the Scenic Selfies scavenger hunt? Let us know in the comments! The post NEW Selfie Scavenger Hunt Announced for Disney Vacation Club Members! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disney World Annual Pass Price Increases for Disney Vacation Club Members Several Disney Vacation Club Moonlight Magic Events in Disney World Have Been Canceled! DFB Video: 11 Game Changers For Your Disney World Trip This Year! View the full article

Disney+ has lots of new TV shows and movies on the way. ©Disney We’ve recently gotten a trailer for the upcoming original Flora & Ulysses, binge-watched WandaVision, and got excited for everything coming to the streaming platform in February. But now we have even MORE Disney+ news for you! We now have a release date for The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers, and it’s March 26th! ©Disney The show will follow 12-year-old hockey player Evan. He doesn’t make the Mighty Ducks junior hockey team — so he creates his own team of underdogs instead! You can watch the first teaser here: The series will feature casting from the original The Mighty Ducks movie, like Emilio Estévez as Coach Gordon Bombay. We’ll keep you posted here at DFB with more Disney and Disney+ news, so stay tuned! Here’s Where You Can Watch All of Disney’s 2021 Movies! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you going to watch The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers when it comes out? Let us know in the comments! The post News: Release Date for 'The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers' on Disney+ Revealed! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Here’s EVERYTHING Coming to Disney+ in November! Hey, Western Europe! We’ve Got A Big Disney+ Update For Ya VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for the NEW Disney+ Original Series ‘Inside Pixar’ View the full article

This year, the Disney Vacation Club is celebrating its 30th Anniversary and members are being treated to all kinds of fun! Journey into Imagination So far, we’ve seen a shirt, magnet, and more released to celebrate the occasion. There’s also a musical virtual event called “We Go On” that is “made for members.” And NOW the Disney Vacation Club has shared that the DVC Member Lounge at the Imagination! Pavilion in EPCOT will be open throughout 2021! As part of the DVC “Membership Magic,” members visiting EPCOT can head into the Imagination! Pavilion and relax in the lounge. The lounge includes comfy seats, complimentary soft drinks, Wi-Fi, charging stations, a printer, and more. ©Disney Wondering where this lounge is exactly? It’s on the second floor of the ImageWorks merchandise location that you go through after riding Journey Into Imagination With Figment. Imagination Pavilion The lounge was previously set to be open throughout 2020, but it will now be open throughout 2021! To enter, you’ll need to provide a valid membership card and photo ID at check-in. ©Disney The lounge is currently open from 12PM to 7PM. Starting January 31st, the lounge will be open from 11AM to 6PM daily. Journey Into Imagination with Figment So, if you’re a DVC Member and looking for a nice, air-conditioned spot to take a break, pull up a chair, and get a complimentary beverage, be sure to check out this spot! We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more DVC 30th Anniversary events and merchandise, and let you know what we find. Click here to check out the DVC 30th Anniversary merchandise that’s been released! 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 DVC Member? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney Vacation Club Lounge in EPCOT Will Stay Open Throughout 2021! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: Friendship Boats Are Set to Resume Service in Disney World Soon! VIDEO: Check Out the EPIC Smoke Effect on This Margarita in Disney World! REVIEW: PEPPERMINT Chocolate Beer and a Plant-Based Pot Pie Can Be Found at EPCOT’s American Holiday Table! View the full article

Want to take a virtual trip around Disney’s Hollywood Studios? Disney’s Hollywood Studios We’re constantly walking through the Disney World theme parks to see what’s new. During our most recent trip to Hollywood Studios, we got a peek at the crowd levels and wait times, a pastel clothing collection, and some NEW Star Wars Droid Light-Up Keychains! Join us now for a virtual stroll around the park to check it all out. Hollywood Studios Food Updates Sunshine Day Bar If you’re looking to grab a quick drink, you can do so over at Sunshine Day Bar. Sunshine Day Bar During the morning, we noticed that the menu at this spot was a little different. Instead of carrying all of their usual items, only the Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri was available. Later, the menu was back to normal. Sunshine Day Bar While we were there, we grabbed a Truly Wild Berry Hard Seltzer. Truly Wild Berry This drink was only $9 here, which is a “steal” compared to the White Claw drinks over in EPCOT that will cost you a whopping $12. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Merchandise Updates Once Upon a Time During our visit to Hollywood Studios, we saw that Once Upon a Time and Mouse About Town had those NEW runDisney ears available, which we first spotted a few days ago. runDisney Ears! These ears are covered in all kinds of fun park icons. Check out more about these runDisney ears here! Also at Once Upon a Time, we got another look at two of the three NEW Men’s polo shirts we saw at Sunset Cub Couture previously. Mickey Polos They each have unique patches on the sides, like this “Authentic Mickey Mouse 1928” patch on the blue polo shirt. Mickey Mouse Polo These blue and grey polos are priced at $59.99 each. Keystone Clothiers If you’re looking to grab a whole ton of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge merchandise, but you want to get it outside of the land — head over to Keystone Clothiers! During our most recent trip, we found lots of Galaxy’s Edge merchandise being sold there including Kyber Crystals, mugs, and more. A Cast Member let us know that if you’re looking for the black cyber crystal though, you’ll still need to head into Galaxy’s Edge for that one. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Merchandise We also found some Droid Depot kitchen merchandise being sold at Keystone Clothiers as well. Galaxy’s Edge Merchandise AND if you’re a BIG fan of the Star Wars droids, you can also grab some awesome NEW Droid Depot Light-Up Keychains we found at Keystone Clothiers! Droid Depot Keychains There were 3 different droid keychains available… Droid Keychain …and they all light up. Droid Depot Keychain You can bring home one of these light-up keychains for $12.99. Droid Depot Light-Up Keychain Plus, if you make a stop by Keystone Clothiers, you might just spot a little Baby Yoda and Groot hanging around! Baby Yoda and Groot Too! The Darkroom At The Darkroom, we found some great pins, including this one for the Lunar New Year! The pin features the castle, a hidden Mickey on the bottom, and more to celebrate the Year of the Ox. Lunar New Year Pin We also spotted the cute pin of Mickey and Minnie for the Lunar New Year. Lunar New Year Pin If you aren’t heading to the parks, you can still get the Lunar New Year pin with Mickey and Minnie online! Click here to see how you can get the Lunar New Year pin online! Legends of Hollywood At Legends of Hollywood, we found some of the new pastel and tie dye clothing collection. Pastel and Tie Dye Collection We had seen this collection over at Disneyland, but now the Disney World version has arrived at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Take a look at the pastel Disneyland collection here! Hollywood Studios Crowd Updates In terms of the crowds around the park, they ranged from really low in some spots… Low Crowds …to fairly normal in others. Crowds When we were in the park, the wait time for The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror was 40 minutes… Tower of Terror …Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run was 35 minutes… Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run …and Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway was at about 45 minutes. Runaway Railway Overall, not too bad! And that’s all for us from Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Be sure to check back with us for ALL the latest updates about the Disney parks, Disney Cruise Line, and more! Click here to see what’s new 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. What is your favorite attraction in Hollywood Studios? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Disney's Hollywood Studios: Light-Up Star Wars Keychains, a Lunar New Year Pin, and MORE! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Keystone Clothiers Has Reopened in Disney’s Hollywood Studios With Lots of Star Wars and Marvel Merch! The 5 Most Important Changes We’ve Seen in Disney’s Hollywood Studios This Month What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Massive Crowds, RARE Character Sightings, and Twisted Spirit Jerseys! View the full article

Can you believe this year marks the 30th anniversary of Disney Vacation Club? Today, we are officially kicking off our year-long celebration by revealing an exciting lineup of made-for-Member activities and benefits, as well a special performance for all Disney Parks Blog readers. Here’s a look at some of the offerings in store!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/aNyiORTMx4Q View the full article

Disney has really expanded its merchandise recently. ©Disney Last year, we saw the debut of adjustable ears. It’s one of Disney’s newest items geared towards towards adaptability and accessibility, as these ears can be worn by those with disabilities, sensory issues, or with medical devices. That first pair of adjustable ears was part of the Wishes Come True Blue collection — and we’re loving that the options are now expanding! We saw two new pairs of adjustable ears in Mouse Gear at EPCOT today. Adjustable Ears First up are these Minnie Mouse ears with a classic red polka-dotted bow. The fabric is the same soft material as the original ears. We’re already picturing how many Minnie-inspired outfits could match these! Adjustable Ears Next up are the Rose Gold adjustable ears. This color was popular when it was first released, so we’re happy to see that there’s now an adjustable option, too. Like the classic Minnie ears, these mirror the originals except for that adjustable strap around the chin. Adjustable Ears Both of these ears are $24.99. We’re hoping this line of ears expands even more and we’ll let you know if it does! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates. Click Here to See a Minnie Princess Hat! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you picking up a pair of these ears? Let us know in the comments! The post Two NEW Pairs of Adjustable Ears Are Now Available in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: We Found 2 NEW Mugs in Disney World! Upgrade Your Disney Trip With These Fun Mickey and Minnie Cups NEW Limited Edition ‘101 Dalmatians’ Pins Spotted Online! View the full article

Dooney & Bourke creates some truly unique Disney collections. Winnie the Pooh Dooneys We’ve seen a Winnie the Pooh, Tangled, and even Haunted Mansion collection! But for all you world travelers out there, this new one is for you. We spotted the new Italy Pavilion Dooney and Bourke collection in EPCOT! Now, the MagicBand in this print debuted some time ago. Italy MagicBand But now we have BAGS! Italy Pavilion Dooney & Bourke Here’s a closer look at that pattern. Minnie is on a Vespa with a magnificent scarf, surrounded by gelato, tiramisu, and even the Colosseum! Italy Pavilion Dooney & Bourke The Italy Pavilion tote has a red outline on the straps and a luggage tag in addition to that whimsical pattern. It costs $268. Italy Pavilion Dooney & Bourke The satchel is a bit smaller and comes with a red and black stitched strap. This one is $198! Italy Pavilion Dooney & Bourke Lastly, this mid-sized handbag has a black base with stitching and, like the others, that Dooney & Bourke front plate. It’s $298. Italy Pavilion Dooney & Bourke We also spotted this collection in Uptown Jewelers in Magic Kingdom, and we’ll let you know if we find it anywhere else! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news. Click Here to See the Minnie Mouse Loungefly Collection! 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 NEW Italy Dooney and Bourke Collection Arrives in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: We Found 2 NEW Mugs in Disney World! What’s New in Epcot — Crowds, Frozen Phone Cases, and Turkey Cupcakes! We’ve Got the Scoop! Check Out the Adorable New Mickey Gelato Merchandise Available in Disney World! View the full article

At the “Happiest Place on Turf,” the new year has teed off with some discounts! ©Walt Disney World Golf Walt Disney World Golf has been upping its game lately: we’ve seen some cool new technology, and classes for kids are on their way. And now, Disney Vacation Club members and Walt Disney World Resort guests can both enjoy special savings at Disney’s four golf courses: Disney’s Palm, Disney’s Magnolia, Disney’s Lake Buena Vista, and Disney’s Oak Trail. Both DVC members and guests can join private or semi-private lessons, taught by a PGA professional, for $20 per session. These lessons were previously on sale for all players, but now DVC members and guests qualify for more savings! ©Disney Additionally, Disney Vacation Club members get a 15% discount on all rounds of golf. They are also able to join the 2021 Disney Vacation Club Golf Membership Program. This membership is valued at $746 but costs $99 per year, per member. It includes: 25% discounts on rounds of golf, whenever you play Exclusive Disney Vacation Club® Member hat and bag tag 4 companion passes for instructional clinics 6 Guest Passes to play golf at your Disney Vacation Club® rate 6 Complimentary baskets of Driving Range balls 4 Complimentary rounds of golf on Disney’s Oak Trail golf course 4 Complimentary Twilight rounds of golf 8 Complimentary rounds of FootGolf Mickey Golf Cart Members who want to join should call (407) WDW-GOLF. As always, stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news! Click Here to See the New Disney Golf Character Collection! 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 golfed at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post DVC Members Can Save BIG on Golf Lessons in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disney World to Offer Classes for Junior Golfers Soon! Disney Vacation Club Members Can Save BIG on Disney World Merch with a Limited-Time Discount! Disney Vacation Club Members (And Their Friends!) Can Save BIG With This New Resort Discount! View the full article

Welcome back to the Magic Kingdom! Magic Kingdom We spent a cloudy day in Magic Kingdom yesterday and have LOTS to show you, including some fun new merchandise finds. Come with us for a day in the park! Walking into the park, crowds were pretty low as the princesses greeted guests. Main Street Train Station We passed Tinker Bell as we walked down Main Street! Tinker Bell Cavalcade Let’s head towards Fantasyland and see what we can find! Magic Kingdom Construction Update Bonjour! Village Gifts Work is still being done at Bonjour! Village Gifts. Village Gifts The store is closed as the minor work progresses. Village Gifts We’ll keep you updated here at DFB when it reopens! Check Out the Recent Construction at Rivers of America! Magic Kingdom Merchandise Update The Chapeau At The Chapeau, we spotted the new Minnie Princess Hat we recently saw in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Minnie Princess Hat This hat is $29.99 and looks made for royalty! Emporium We popped into the Emporium and found the corrected Haunted Mansion door hanger! Remember when this poor guy said “Welcome Folish Mortals?” Haunted Mansion Door Hanger There were also some fun surprises we’ve seen in other parks, but not in Magic Kingdom yet. These colorful sweatsuits were at World of Disney in Disney Springs and are now in the Emporium… Sweatsuits …while these Mom and Dad tees were previously in Discovery Trading Company in Disney’s Animal Kingdom ($24.99 each)… Mom and Dad Tees …and these mugs were in Mouse Gear in EPCOT! The retro yellow logo mug is here… Yellow Mug …and so is the Positively Minnie mug. Positively Minnie Mug These mugs are each $14.99. Star Traders In Tomorrowland, we popped into Star Traders to find the Mickey and Minnie Valentine’s Day mugs! We’ve seen them at Springs before, but now they’re in the parks, too. Mickey and Minnie Valentine’s Day Mugs These mugs are also $14.99. Tomorrowland Light & Power Co We’ve got lots to show you in Tomorrowland Light & Power Co (aka the Space Mountain gift shop)! Tomorrowland Light and Power Co First of all, these villains Valentine’s Day magnets are a lovely laugh. We have one for The Evil Queen… Villains Valentine’s Day Magnet …Maleficent… Villains Valentine’s Day Magnet …Jafar… Villains Valentine’s Day Magnet …Hades… Villains Valentine’s Day Magnet …and Dr. Facilier. Each one is $14.99. Villains Valentine’s Day Magnet We also saw some customizable Valentine’s Day MagicBands. These feature Minnie and Mickey, and you can add your name or other customization using Disney’s MaDe technology. Here’s one with both Mickey and Minnie! Valentine’s Day MagicBand There’s also a MagicBand with just Minnie… Valentine’s Day MagicBand …and just Mickey! We’re kind of smitten for these. Valentine’s Day MagicBand Lastly, we spotted this Sorcerer Mickey phone case. He looks like he’s got some magic up those red robe sleeves. Sorcerer Mickey Phone Case This phone case is $29.99. Confectionary Our last stop was The Confectionary, where we found the Mickey and Minnie canteen cups we’d previously seen in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Mickey and Minnie Cups These flip-top cups come with a straw and adjustable strap and are so convenient to carry around the parks. They’re each $14.99. Click Here to Check Out More Valentine’s Day Goodies! That’s all for our trip around the park today! We enjoyed our tour and hope you did, too. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates! Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom Has Closed–Here’s What You Need to Know Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What was your favorite thing we spotted in Magic Kingdom today? Let us know in the comments! 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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. If you’re in the mood to do some Disney shopping, we’ve got exciting news! World of Disney For today and today only, there’s a special online deal that can help you save! If you’ve been meaning to buy some Disney toys, clothes, accessories, home decor, kitchenware…now might be the time, because this offer is sitewide. shopDisney is offering free shipping on any purchase for today, January 28th, as long as you use the code FREESHIP at checkout! And if you want to take advantage of this offer but don’t know what to buy (we get it, Disney has lots of options), we’ve got you covered. Here’s just a few the things you can grab with this discount code. ©Disney First up: this Pixar Pals Valentine’s Day Mystery Pin! Your box will contain either Buzz with Jessie, Ellie with Carl, Bunny with Ducky (dangler), Mr. and Mrs. Incredible, or one of two ”mystery” pins. ©Disney If you love opening up mystery pin packs in the parks, you can replicate the pure joy of opening that pin you ALWAYS wanted at home, too. The mystery pin is $12.99. Click Here to Buy the Pixar Pals Valentine’s Day Mystery Pin! You can also show off your Mickey style with this Tie-Dye Pullover Hoodie. It comes in boys’ sizes and is a fun grey tie-dye with the Mickey Mouse Club logo. ©Disney It’s part of the Mickey and Minnie Mouse Family Leisure Collection, so you can get matching sets for your whole family! This hoodie is $24.99. Click Here to Buy the Mickey Mouse Tie-Dye Pullover Hoodie! These 2021 Mickey Ears are a pop of color with graphic art of Cinderella Castle and Mickey Mouse. The Walt Disney World logo is embroidered on the simulated leather band. 2021 Minnie Ears You could totally wear these around the house and pretend you’re in Magic Kingdom. Or, pack them and bring them with you for your next park adventure. These ears are $29.99. Click Here to Buy the 2021 Mickey Ears! And this Sorcerer Mickey Loungefly Backpack can complete your Mickey-inspired look. We love the details on this like the paintbrush zipper, stitching, and bright colors. Sorcerer Mickey Loungefly Backpack This backpack is $80, so that free shipping option may really help you out if you decide to purchase it! The mini-backpack size is a great for the parks or wherever else you’re heading. Click Here to Buy the Sorcerer Mickey Loungefly! We’re all ears for a sweet deal, so when we heard about this one we had to share it with you. Remember to use the code FREESHIP at checkout, and keep in mind this offer is valid today only! Stay tuned to DFB for even more Disney news. Want to Do Some Valentine’s Day Shopping? Click Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you doing some online shopping with this deal? Let us know in the comments! The post TODAY Only! Score FREE Shipping on Disney Stuff Online first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: It’s Time for a Shopping Spree! A New Subscription Box and MORE Are Coming Soon to shopDisney! The Cinderella Series in the Disney Castle Collection Makes Its Magical Debut! News! Disney Subscription Boxes Will Be Unavailable Soon! View the full article

It’s no secret that Disney World is MASSIVE and there are so many things to think about when planning your next Disney vacation. Whether it’s changes that you might not know about, locations that have come and gone, or tips to make your vacation slightly easier, we’ve got you covered. EPCOT Fountain In today’s video, we’re going over some of the most important things for you to know before you head out for your next Disney vacation. Check out all this and more in our newest DFB Video!  Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! Check out our latest video and then comment below: What’s something you HAVE to do on your Disney World vacay? The post DFB Video: The 50 Most Important Things to Know Before You Go To Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: DFB Video: Secret Disney World Tips I Didn’t Even Know Until Last Week! DFB Video:The Worst Thing That Happened to Me in Disney World! DFB Video: The BEST Brunch in Disney World! View the full article

For MONTHS the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover has been closed for refurbishment. PeopleMover Closure We have been keeping a really close eye on this attraction, but month after month, it’s refurbishment period has continued to be extended. Most recently, the refurbishment was extended through January 30th. We saw the attraction being tested in early January and thought it’s refurbishment might be coming to an end. But, we (unfortunately) must share with you that the PeopleMover refurbishment has been extended once again. As we checked the Disney refurbishment calendar this morning, we saw that the PeopleMover refurbishment now appears to have been extended through February 28th, 2021. Screenshot of Disney Refurbishment Calendar When you look at March 1st, 2021, the PeopleMover refurbishment no longer appears on that day. Screenshot of Disney Refurbishment Calendar So, it seems we may have to wait a bit longer to ride around Tomorrowland and people-watch from the skies. Of course, this refurbishment schedule is subject to change, so we’ll keep an eye out for more updates and let you know what we find. What is going on with the PeopleMover? Here’s what we know! 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 PeopleMover? Let us know your favorite part of the attraction in the comments below! The post NEWS: PeopleMover Refurbishment Extended AGAIN (!!!) in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The PeopleMover Was STILL CLOSED in Magic Kingdom Today! Mission Control, We’ve Just Found the CUTEST Tomorrowland Collection in Disney World! What’s New at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom: it’s a small world Construction Walls, Crazy Forky Fun, New Baby Yoda Stickers, and a Dry Camel 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. Although season 2 of The Mandalorian wrapped up last month, Star Wars fans are still pretty obsessed with The Child, aka Grogu, aka Baby Yoda! Lego Baby Yoda Sculpture So we’re still getting swamped with Baby Yoda merchandise, both in the parks and online. We’ve seen everything from Baby Yoda spirit jerseys, Baby Yoda plushes, Baby Yoda bathrobes, and even Baby Yoda crocs! And Disney is doubling down on its Baby Yoda obsession because they just announced an all-new streetwear collection all dedicated to The Child! This new collection includes a heather gray Grogu Long-Sleeve T-Shirt featuring a sketch of Grogu on the front. Grogu Long Sleeve T-Shirt ©Disney And the back says “The Kid,” which is what Din (aka The Mandalorian) often called baby alien! Grogu Long Sleeve T-Shirt ©Disney Then there’s this Grogu Cropped T-shirt and The Child Leggings. This is way to stylish comfort! Grogu Cropped T-Shirt and Leggings ©Disney Check out this light yellow Grogu Sweatshirt. The front has “The Child” with Grogu’s face on it. Grogu Sweatshirt ©Disney The back has a large graphic of Grogu in his pram, along with the “Wanted.” Grogu Sweatshirt ©Disney There’s even a Grogu Jacket and a Grogu Belt Bag (aka fanny pack). Grogu Jacket and Belt Bag ©Disney The back of the jacket says “The Child.” And yes, there’s a Grogu Tie-Back Hat, too! Grogu Jacket and Belt Bag ©Disney Carry all your stuff in a new Grogu Backpack. Grogu Backpack ©Disney Finally, keep your head warm with the Grogu Beanie. Grogu Beanie ©Disney This new collection drops on February 1st online at shopDisney and at the Disney Parks. And if any other new Mandalorian collections arrive, we’ll be sure to let you know! Here’s WHEN Season 3 of ‘The Mandalorian’ Will Start Filming 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 Baby Yoda fan? Let us know in the comments! The post Baby Yoda Is The Star Of Disney's New Streetwear Collection! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: These New Disney T-Shirts We Found Online Prove That We Are ALL Baby Yoda! This Baby Yoda Cup Has A Big Secret! 10 NEW Mandalorian Merchandise Items You’ve Got to Add to Your Collection! View the full article

Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew opened up in Disney Springs just a few weeks ago and we’ve visited several times to give you ALL the delicious details. Grilled Cheeeeese And (of course) while we were there we HAD to try Everglazed’s Grilled Cheeeeeese (that’s literally how it’s spelled on the menu). But we held nothing back and got this sammy on a GLAZED DONUT and let us tell you, that was some MAGIC. But it seems we’re not the only ones who have hopped on the donut grilled cheeeeeese train. From Seth Meyers to Today, this donut sammy is taking the world by storm and the photos/videos they’re using look awfully familiar! Is there ANYTHING better than a good cheese pull? We might be a bit biased in saying this, but we don’t think so! When we reviewed Everglazed Donuts a few weeks ago, we couldn’t resist getting a cheese pull video and posting it on our Instagram for all to enjoy. A big round of applause please for our incredible reporters who dug into that donut to get us ALL that gooey footage. WARNING: Do not watch hungry. You might find yourself making a donut grilled cheese at home before you even realize what’s happening. So, the sandwich is getting a lot of hype, but is it really that good? We’re not joking when we say it truly is! The salty, gooey cheese mixed with the sweet donut combine to do something magical. This is one of those foods you remember eating and suddenly want to go back and get another. This was probably our favorite thing we’ve tried so far at Everglazed. Grilled Cheeeeeese The Grilled Cheeeeeese itself (without the glazed donut extra charge) is $6. Getting it on a donut costs an extra $1. Truly, some things are melting for, and this sammy is one of them. We’re always hopping around Disney World and checking out ALL the latest food trends, secret menu items, and more. So, if you love cheese pull videos and want to know all the deets about what to eat at Disney World, be sure to check back with us here at DFB. And follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter for more photos and videos that will make your mouth water! Is Everglazed the new KING of Disney World snacks? See our full review here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of this grilled cheese sammy? Let us know in the comments! The post Seth Meyers Throws Shade at Disney World Donut Shop in the Best Way Possible first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: FULL REVIEW: Are Everglazed Donuts The New KING Of Disney World Snacks? Photo! Get a First Look at the Donuts From Everglazed, Coming Soon to Disney Springs! PHOTOS & VIDEOS: FIRST LOOK at Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew in Disney World! View the full article

There are lots of things in Disney World that fans mark as must-dos, or things that are a rite of passage. Cinderella Castle But, there are also some things that people never want to do again. We even have a list of snacks the DFB team never wants to eat again. And there are some things that Disney fans might outright regret having ever done. So, we asked you, our readers — “what’s the biggest regret you had after your last Disney World trip?” And there’s LOTS to be learned from their responses. 1. Not Staying Longer or Having to Leave at All One of the responses we got the MOST was that people regretted not staying longer. Some specifically regretted not setting aside enough days or time to explore one park or another. Others didn’t just regret not staying longer, they regretted having to come home at all! One person said they regretted going back to work and not hiding out in Disney to stay there forever. Magic Kingdom We totally get that feeling. In an ideal world, we’d all be on vacation at Disney World, eating our favorite snacks together every single day. But, there’s something we can all learn from these responses. If you’re already feeling like your Disney World trip is going to be too short and you won’t have enough time for everything. Or, you’ve regretted not staying more days in the past, consider whether you’re able to add a day or two onto your stay so you don’t regret not staying longer. Click here to see some hotel discounts available at Disney World right now that might make adding another day a bit more affordable! 2. Not Enjoying the Resort More While spending time in the parks is great, there’s also lots of fun (and relaxation) to be had at your Disney World resort. Quite a few of you said you regretted not scheduling in a break/resort day during your trip. Or, you just regretted not spending more time at the resort in general and not taking advatntage of its amenities. Beach Club Some specifically mentioned that they regretted not spending more time in the pool or just taking time to relax. So, if you’re planning your next Disney World trip, consider whether you should schedule in more resort time for your family. Whether you spend time at the pool, walk around the hotel’s grounds, or take advantage of the movie nights and other fun activities you can participate in there, there’s lots to do outside of the parks! 3. Not Riding Certain Rides Everyone’s got their favorite ride. Maybe you only ever ride that once, or maybe you like to ride it at least 5 times during your trip. Maybe there’s a new ride you’re just dying to try or a classic you love to see. Some people regretted not getting to ride their favorite rides more than once. Others regretted not riding specific rides like Big Thunder Mountain Railroad or Slinky Dog Dash. Slinky Dog Dash Some of you said you forgot to ride certain rides and totally regretted that. With so much going on during your vacation, it can actually be quite easy to forget some rides while rushing around. Some of you also regretted not being able to ride Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. Even with the changes made to the Boarding Group distributions, getting on Rise of the Resistance can still be INCREDIBLY tough! Rise of the Resistance Others regretted not waiting in slightly longer lines to ride some fan-favorite attractions. It can definitely be tough when you forget or miss your chance to ride an attraction. Haunted Mansion Our advice? Try to make a short list of everyone’s MUST-DOS. Check that list throughout the day to see what’s left. And, if you absolutely LOVE one ride and want to ride it 3 times (and that’s what will make you happy), make that your priority. But also, keep an open mind. Sometimes rides can go down due to technical issues and they may not be available for the rest of the day. So, you’ll want to stay flexible too. 4. Not Staying at a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel Staying at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel can be quite expensive sometimes, but it also has some great benefits like Disney theming, Disney transportation to the parks, and more that help you stay “in the magic.” Quite a few of our readers actually responded to our question by saying that their biggest regret was not staying on property. Sometimes taking a Disney bus back to your hotel at night, using that Disney soap, and then waking up to Mickey waffles is the most magical part of the trip. Disney’s Pop Century Resort Others specifically regretted what type of hotel they stayed at. One of our readers said they regretted staying at a “fancy” hotel and missing the Disney theming. What hotel you stay at — whether it’s on or off property — can really impact your vacation depending on what type of experience you’re looking for. If you like over-the-top Disney theming, you might want to look at resorts like Disney’s Art of Animation that will totally check that box for you. If you want something a bit fancier, but still want those Disney touches, then consider some of the Moderate or Deluxe hotels. Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Overall, you’ll need to look at all of the amenities offered at the Disney hotels versus any off-property locations you’re looking at, and compare the costs too, to decide what’s best for you. But, consider whether some things, like Disney transportation and other Disney touches make the extra cost of a Disney hotel worth it. Click here to see the Disney World hotel discounts being offered right now! 5. Not Taking Your Time One of the responses we got the MOST from all our readers is that they regretted not taking their time in the parks. So many responded and said that their biggest regret was rushing through the parks. Or, as one reader perfectly put it “doing too much, going too fast & not taking my time to enjoy each moment.” Disney’s Animal Kingdom Another reader said they regretted not taking more time to explore Disney World by themselves to just “wander and take it in.” This is such an important thing to consider. When you’re in Disney World, you can often feel that push to ride everything, eat everything, and be everywhere. Sometimes it’s not until you finish your trip that you realize you didn’t take enough time to just be. To sit on Main Street, U.S.A. and smell the popcorn, to watch the birds fly overhead at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, or just watch guests scream and laugh as they drop on the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. Tower of Terror But, making time for that can be hard to do when there’s so much else to see. If you want to avoid having this be your own regret, consider adding more days to your vacation so things don’t feel as rushed. Or, maybe you can set an alarm to go off on your phone once a day to remind you to soak it all in. Make a point to stop and just take a moment. You might notice a detail you’ve never seen before or witness a magical moment, and it’ll make your trip that much more special. Click here to see 37 hidden Magic Kingdom secrets! 6. Not Eating More! There is SO. MUCH. GOOD. FOOD. at Disney World. LOTS of you responded to our question by saying that your biggest regret was not getting to eat more of it! One reader said their biggest regret was not letting themselves enjoy all the treats because they wanted to “stay fit.” Calories don’t count in Disney World, right? That’s what we’ve always believed and we’re sticking to it! Premium Mickey Ice Cream Bar Some of you had specific food regrets, like not getting a turkey leg, not grabbing some cheeseburger pods from Satu’li Canteen, not getting a Dole Whip(!!), or not trying more iconic Disney treats. Cheeseburger Pods One reader said they regretted going to their usual spots and not trying any new restaurants. Another regretted booking a table service dinner at EPCOT during a food festival. Ouch. That’s a rough one. If there’s a food festival going on and you want to sample some of those treats, booking a table service dinner or lunch might not be the way to go. Deconstructed Dish How can you avoid having this regret? Stay up to date on all the latest Disney foods by following us here at DFB. Check out our photos and reviews, and make a list of the things you want to try before you head to the parks! That’ll help you keep track of what you want to sample. And, be sure to check if there’s any kind of limited time offering or festival going on with special food items you should totally enjoy before they’re gone. Headed to EPCOT soon? Check out our best of the fest for the International Festival of the Arts! 7. Not Taking More Photos Making memories, making memories, taking pictures is making memories. Taking pictures really can help you remember all of the special moments you enjoyed during your vacation long after it’s over. And with cameras on our phones, it’s easier than ever to just take those out and snap a couple of pics. But, sometimes you can get caught up in your vacation and totally forget! Quite a few of you said that you regretted not taking more photos during your Disney World vacation. “Capture Your Moment” Memory Maker This is a tough one for sure. You don’t want to spend the whole time on your phone taking pictures and not actually be “present” for your vacation. But, we totally get wanting videos and photos to remember those special moments. So, our advice is to work to find a balance. You probably don’t need to record full video of every single ride you go on (there are LOTS of videos online for that). Focus on taking videos and photos of the special moments you experience or of your family that you’ll enjoy for years to come. And, if you catch yourself experiencing everything through the lens of your camera, maybe put it down for a while or ask someone to take over camera duty! 8. Not Getting That Souvenir You Wanted Another really common response we got is that readers regretted NOT getting that souvenir they had their eye on. Some regretted not buying some holiday ears. Others were sad they missed out on Donut ears. One reader said they regretted not buying a couple of souvenirs in the parks, thinking that they could get them online. Passholder Ears Another also said they regretted not getting an item in the parks only to later realize it was a parks exclusive item! While we’ve seen quite a lot of Disney Parks merchandise become available online, there are some things that only pop up in the parks and sometimes don’t make their way to the internet. Although dropping some serious cash for lots of Disney souvenirs can be a big spending trap, if there’s something that you see in the parks and you want it, see if it’s online BEFORE you leave the park. Yellow Popcorn Bucket You don’t necessarily want to spend hundreds of dollars buying everything you see. But, you also don’t want to go home wishing you had that one shirt or pin, only to later realize you can’t find them anywhere else. Want to get some Disney Parks exclusive popcorn buckets shipped to you? Check out more info here! 9. Not Planning Ahead, But Also Planning Too Much Sometimes planning a Disney vacation is just as fun as the vacation itself. And, planning things out can help certain parts of your trip go a lot smoother. But, plan too much, and you could spend your whole trip following an itinerary that doesn’t leave any time for other things that pop up. Some of our readers said that not planning or scheduling out their days was their biggest regret. Others said that planning TOO much or spending too much time worrying about sticking to the plan was what they regretted about their trip. Fantasyland One reader said they wished they had left more room for spontaneity. With so many things to do and see at Disney World, planning ahead can really help the trip not become overwhelming. But, you don’t want to plan out every second. You also have to remember that YOU own your plan. Don’t let your plan own you! Things change. Rides may become unavailable. Menus might change and that snack you had on your must-try list might be gone. Or, a show might pop up that you didn’t know about during the time you had scheduled to ride Splash Mountain. Splash Mountain On the flip side, you could not plan anything and feel overwhelmed or forget to visit some attractions you REALLY wanted to. So, it’s all about finding a balance! If you’re going to plan out a lot of your trip, be sure to plan IN time to do unexpected things. And remember to stay flexible and have fun! 10. Not Visiting Certain Resorts or Parks This can factor into a lot of the things we mentioned above, like not spending enough days there or not planning. But, some of the regrets our readers shared were about not making the time to visit specific places. Some regretted not going to Animal Kingdom during their trip, or not making a stop at magic Kingdom or Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Others regretted not visiting more resorts. While resort hopping is a bit different now, you can still make reservations at hotel restaurants or place a mobile order there and go visit your favorite places. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa So, if you love visiting Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, or you have been meaning to go to EPCOT but haven’t set aside a day for it yet, be sure to take a good look at your vacation plan. See if you need to carve out more time to visit your favorite spots, and make time for what makes your trip magical to you. What are some other regrets our readers shared with us? Well, there were LOTS. One regretted waiting in a 2-hour line to get into the Mexico pavilion (ay caramba!). Another regretted not getting masks to match every outfit. We’ve got lots of masks here at DFB to make sure you don’t have that regret! One reader regretted not going on the Disney Skyliner, while another regretted not bringing more snacks for their hotel. Inside the Disney Skyliner One said their biggest regret was not setting a spending limit. Another walked 36,000 steps their first day in flip flops!!! OUCH. Make sure you think about what shoes you’re packing for your next Disney trip! One reader regretted not taking a picture of where they parked — we’ve all been there. Others regretted not drinking enough water. We cannot emphasize this enough — DRINK WATER in Disney World, and remember you can get it for FREE. Sleepy Hollow Free Water We’ve all got our Disney regrets. The important thing is to most of your trip despite them, or make the most of your next trip after having learned some valuable lessons from them. We’re working to bring you all the newest Disney information, tips, and tricks so you hopefully don’t have too many Disney regrets your next trip. Stay tuned to DFB for all of the latest Disney updates. Every Disney World pro knows these 26 tips — do you? Click here to see them! 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 Disney World regret? Let us know in the comments! The post 10 Biggest REGRETS in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Things are constantly changing at Disney World. Cinderella Castle In 2020 alone we saw TONS of changes (like the temporary suspension of fireworks and the suspension of the Disney Dining Plan) and — oh yeah — the parks CLOSED for the longest time in history! All of these majorly changed how you plan your Disney vacation. BUT, Disney has made many major changes like this over the years that dramatically impacted how trips are planned. Today, we’re taking a trip back in time to go through some of those BIG changes. Plus, we’ll make a quick trip to the future to see some changes that are on the horizon! 1. Bye Bye E-Tickets, Hello 1-Day Passes When Disney World opened in 1971, things were very different. Instead of getting a 1-day pass that was inclusive of all attractions, you had to buy ticket booklets to use on individual rides. A 7 Adventure book incided 1 A ticket, 1 B ticket, 1 C ticket, 2 D tickets, and 2 E tickets. There were also other types of ticket books available then and individual tickets could be purchased. Ticket Book Hat Want to go on the Jungle Cruise? In 1971, that would have cost you 1 E-Ticket. How about The Haunted Mansion? That’s another E-Ticket for you. You’d have to carefully plan out how many lettered tickets you had and how many you would need to ride all of the attractions you wanted. Haunted Mansion Gradually the A-E Ticket system was replaced by tickets that were good for any attraction. And finally, by June of 1982, we said goodbye to ticket books altogether at Disney World. Instead, guests could just buy a “Passport” that generally gave them access to ALL of the attractions. “it’s a small world” That switch was a MAJOR game changer. It’s the reason why today you don’t have to pay for each attraction with a separate ticket or worry about how many E-Ticket rides you can go on during your trip. You pay 1 price to get into Magic Kingdom now and that (generally) includes ALL of the attractions (except for things like Frontierland Shootin’ Gallery). It means you pay once and the whole park is available to you to enjoy. The downside? That admission ticket price saw a big hike up! 2. Opening of NEW Parks When Disney World first opened in 1971, it only had one theme park — Magic Kingdom. It also had two resort hotels and a campground. So, if you were planning a trip then, you only had one theme park to really worry about — including only one park’s worth of restaurants to consider eating at or rides to plan for. Main Street, U.S.A. But, over the years several other theme parks opened at Disney World — EPCOT in 1982, Disney’s Hollywood Studios (then Disney-MGM Studios in 1989), and Disney’s Animal Kingdom in 1998. EPCOT With each new park came a whole host of new rides, restaurants, and shops to explore. That meant your Disney trip potentially went from just visiting 1 park to visiting 2, 3, or even 4 parks. That’s 4 times the level of planning! This dramatically changed how guests prepared for their trips and thought about Disney World in general. If you want to see it all, it could mean significantly lengthening your stay or buying Park Hopper passes to try and squeeze everything in. 3. Opening of New Rides, Hotels, Restaurants, and Lands Over the years, Disney has also opened TONS of new rides, hotels, restaurants, and lands. Each new thing has affected the way guests plan their next Disney trip. Riviera Resort The opening of a new hotel could mean that you’ll skip out on staying at your family’s favorite resort to experience something different. The opening of a new land might require you to totally reconsider your game plan for the park, taking into account ALL of the new things there is to see. Pandora Some of these openings have been incredibly impactful because they marked some big FIRSTS. For example, Be Our Guest Restaurant in Disney World was the FIRST spot to require an Advance Dining Reservation for a counter service meal (although it is not serving quick-service breakfast or lunch right now). Be Our Guest was also the FIRST restaurant to have guests pre-order their meal too. Beast in Be Our Guest Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is the first ride in Disney World to require the use of a virtual queue. Initially, this meant a mad scramble of guests arriving at the park hours before dawn to get a spot in the elusive boarding groups. Changes like these are all MAJOR deviations from the way we might “know how to do things” and can greatly impact the way you plan your trip. These can also serve as testing grounds for technology or methods that might be expanded to other restaurants or rides in the future. Or, in the case of Rise of the Resistance, how plans can be improved over time. 4. Introduction of Extra Magic Hours Maybe you never even considered staying at a Disney resort before due to the cost or other factors. “We all get into the park and get to stay for the same time anyway, right?” Well, thanks to the introduction of Extra Magic Hours, that’s actually not quite the case. Tree of Life Extra Magic Hours essentially became a FREE morning and night offering that allowed Disney Resort guests to get into select parks early or stay in them later than non-Disney hotel guests. That extra hour or two in the parks with more limited crowds could be a HUGE benefit and might even convince you to stay on property when you previously would not have. 4th floor of the Contemporary Resort At the moment, extra magic hours have been suspended. But, a special Early Theme Park Entry offering for resort guests has been announced and we’re on the lookout for any updates on that. 5. Introduction of the Magical Express Disney’s Magical Express service began being offered back in 2005. The service allows Disney World hotel guests to take a FREE bus from the Orlando International Airport directly to Disney World. The service also complimentary included luggage pick-up. Guests didn’t need to collect their luggage from the airport at all. Instead, the Magical Express service would get your luggage for you and it would magically appear in your room. Disney World This was a major change to how guests planned for their vacations. You no longer had to take a taxi, rent a car, or otherwise figure out how you and your bags would get from the airport to Disney World if you didn’t want to anymore. You could simply utilize this service at no extra cost and let Disney handle the rest. Disney’s Magical Express Sign Disney’s Magical Express is set to be discontinued in 2022. Wondering what the best ways are to get to the airport once it’s gone? We’ve broken that all down for you here. Click here to learn more about the discontinuation of Magical Express 6. Dining Booking Window INCREASED to 180 Days Know where you want to eat 180 days from now? Well, if you’re going to Disney World, knowing where you want to eat HALF A YEAR ahead of time became the norm! The window within which guests can make an Advance Dining Reservation has changed quite a bit over the years. Several years ago, Disney used a 180-day window. That meant that you could make reservations up to 180 days in advance of your trip. For much of 2009, however, Disney actually used a 90-day reservation window. Hollywood Brown Derby Starting in October of 2009, however, Disney switched back to a 180-day window. Opening up dining reservations that far in advance meant that guests really had to decide where they wanted to eat early to make sure they could score those reservations at popular spots. Forget to set that alarm and wake up right when reservations drop and you could totally miss your chance. Cinderella’s Royal Table As of the reopening of Disney World in 2020, the dining reservations window has been reduced to 60 days, but things are always subject to change again. 7. First Park Hopper Tickets In the early days of Disney World, Park Hopping simply didn’t exist. But, in the 1980s, the first Park Hopping ticket was introduced. The 3 Day World Passport allowed unlimited use of both Magic Kingdom and EPCOT for 3 days for 1 person. The Land Pavilion at EPCOT That was another game-changer. With Park Hopper tickets, you didn’t just have to stick to one park per day. You could hop between parks and really maximize your time in both however you wanted to. Adventureland in Magic Kingdom Note: Park Hopping was suspended when the parks first reopened in 2020, but it has returned once again to Disney World in a modified way. Click here to learn more about Park Hopping NOW! 8. Introduction of Disney Vacation Club Before 1991, you could stay at the Disney World hotels, stay off property, or figure out other arrangements. And while there were other vacation timeshare programs in existence that you or your family might have participated in, Disney didn’t have a vacation ownership program of its own. But, in 1991 that all changed. Disney Vacation Club Sign In 1991, the Disney Vacation Club officially launched with its first resort — Disney’s Old Key West Resort, originally known as The Disney Vacation Club Resort. Unlike a traditional timeshare program where owners buy a unit of a specific size in a set time of year, DVC members work off of a points system, providing them with more flexibility. Disney’s Old Key West Resort Over the years, the program has expanded to include 15 different properties where DVC points can be used for room rentals. But, even the DVC’s initial introduction with just one hotel greatly changed the way that people plan for their vacations. Those who were looking for a vacation ownership program with all kinds of magical benefits for their Orlando vacations (and beyond!) could take part in a Disney-centric experience. Plus, those members could take advantage of unique discounts, special access to members-only events, and more. 9. Introduction of FastPass We’ve all been there. The line to Space Mountain is ages long. You just wish you could magically hop to the front of the line and skip all the waiting. Well, back in 1999 Disney made those dreams come true with the original FastPass system. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Entrance With the old system, you would put your Disney World park ticket into a distribution booth near the attraction and get a FREE physical ticket which told you what time you could come back to the attraction. Once your return time began, you could come back to the attraction you got the FastPass for and skip waiting in the regular standby line. The FastPass ticket would also tell you when you could get your next FastPass. Splash Mountain Talk about MAJOR changes that affect how you plan your Disney trip! FastPass totally altered the way guests planned for their trips. Do you rush to Splash Mountain to get that FastPass first? Do you send one family member ahead with all of your tickets to get them quickly while the rest of the family zooms to Space Mountain? With the introduction of FastPass, a typical park day went from just walking around and waiting in the lines that were there to strategically planning how to skip LOTS of lines and ride all of your favorite attractions. Kali River Rapids FastPass+ Entrance Eventually, the system changed to FastPass+. The FastPass+ system also dramatically changing the way that guests plan for their vacations by limiting the number of FastPasses that can initially be made and allowing guests to make FastPass+ reservations in advance. (Miss the old paper FastPass system? It’s still alive and well on the West Coast in Disneyland…and hopefully when it reopens!). Note: FastPass+ is currently temporarily unavailable in Disney World. 10. Introduction of My Disney Experience App and MagicBands There used to be a whole host of unofficial apps that would give you Disney information to could use in the parks. (Anyone else feel like a dinosaur and remember when apps were a novel idea??) Disney also had a park app of its own — Mobile Magic — which gave users access to mobile park maps and a few other things. But in 2012, Disney launched the My Disney Experience app, which would eventually fully replace Mobile Magic. My Disney Experience had a new look and features that would ultimately be integrated with FastPass+. Magic Kingdom Map on My Disney Experience Over the past few years, and especially the last few months, the My Disney Experience app has become critical to planning Disney World vacations. The app now provides an easy way for guests to make dining reservations, order food through Mobile Order, check-in for dining reservations, see if there is any waitlist availability at select restaurants, skip long merchandise check-out lines through the mobile check-out option they were testing, order food to go from popular table service restaurants, and more. My Disney Experience App Make Park Pass Reservation ©Disney The app also lets guests make their FastPass+ selections (although that is not currently available). In 2013, Disney introduced even more interconnectivity into the parks and the way you plan your vacation with the introduction of MagicBands. MagicBands Need to scan your ticket to get into the park? No need to dig through your purse or wallet for a key card, just tap your band! Need to pay for those corn dog nuggets? No need to grab your credit card or cash, just tap your band and charge it to your room! MagicBands MagicBands eventually became used for everything from linking PhotoPass photos to opening your hotel room door. While MagicBands are longer being provided for free to hotel guests, they haven’t disappeared from the parks. You can still use them to get into your room, tap into the parks, and more. We’ve seen quite a few new MagicBand designs released lately as well and we’re interested to see how this technology will either be utilized or improved in the future. Click here to learn more about the discontinuation of MagicBands 11. Park Reopening Changes in 2020 Due to the coronavirus pandemic, many things changed in 2020 all around the world. Disney World was no exception to that. For several months, the Disney World theme parks closed. Eventually, the parks in Orlando reopened, but a number of changes were made. For example, the Disney Dining Plan was temporarily suspended and has not been offered again yet. Corn Dog Nuggets from Westward Ho FastPass+ was also temporarily suspended, as well as fireworks, character meet-and-greets, and parades. Park Hopping was also initially not allowed. All dining reservations were canceled prior to the parks reopening and when reservations opened up again, they opened with a 60-day Advance Dining Reservations booking period (down from the 180 days it was at previously). Sci-Fi Dine-In Some Disney hotels reopened with the parks in 2020, but others have remained closed or have had their reopening dates delayed. The same has occurred with restaurants — some have reopened but several favorites are still closed. Additionally, with the reopening of the parks, Disney introduced the Park Pass Reservations system. This requires guests to have a valid ticket AND valid Park Pass reservation for the park they want to visit in order to get in. Park Pass and Safety Signs All of these have significantly changed the way you plan your Disney vacation. Now, you can’t just get a ticket and visit whatever park you want. You have to have a Park Pass reservation for the first park you want to visit that day. Park Pass availability can change though, and can fill up for some parks on certain days, especially holidays. So, if you don’t book them far enough in advance, you might not get to visit the parks you want to. You also might not be able to stay at your favorite hotel or eat at your favorite restaurant if they are still closed. Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace Hour Sign Removed And you’ll become much more familiar with those standby queues (and the plexiglass in many of them) because FastPass+ is still suspended. Face Masks are also required, there are rules against eating in line (or eating at ALL while moving around, for that matter!), and many ride vehicles have plexiglass on them as well or have changed how guests are seated. LOTS of things have changed at Disney World over the past year — possible more than ever before — and it’s really critical that you keep all of these in mind when planning future vacations. Click here to see 8 major changes you FORGOT happened in Disney World this year. 12. Reintroduction of What Has Been Removed But, some things that have gone away have come back, many in modified ways. Some restaurants and stores have started to reopen in the parks and resorts, and some hotels have also reopened. Park Hopping has also returned, BUT it has some new rules. Park Hopping hours don’t begin until 2PM (although that is subject to change), meaning you can’t hop to another park until the clock strikes 2. Pandora You also need a Park Pass reservation for the first park you want to visit AND you need to enter that first park before going to another park that day. Hopping also depends entirely on availability. So, you can start your day in EPCOT and finish your night in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, but be aware that it isn’t all exactly how it used to be. EPCOT Fireworks also came back in a small way during the holidays, and it’s possible we’ll see more of that in the future. Our favorite pals have returned to some character dining spots, and some live theatre shows are back up and running for guests to enjoy. Many things are different, but the return of some things that used to be available in the past can give back some of those magical moments guests have seriously missed. Here’s to the FUTURE and YOU! Like we said, things are constantly changing at Disney World and more changes are set to come soon! As part of Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebrations, a new Early Entry program is set to debut, giving Disney hotel guests early access to the Disney World theme parks. In 2022, the Disney Magical Express bus service will be discontinued. But, at some point in the future (potentially in 2023) a Brightline train is set to connect Disney Springs to the Orlando International Airport. Disney Springs The future will also bring with it some new attractions and restaurants including Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, La Creperie de Paris, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and MORE as part of the EPCOT Transformation. Magic Kingdom guests will also get to zoom around Tomorrowland on the new TRON Coaster when that opens in the future. These new experiences will definitely impact how you plan your days in the parks. France Pavilion Expansion Disney has also discussed some technology coming in the future that will impact vacation planning. Specifically, what we’re talking about is the Disney Genie. This digital offering “is being designed to help you make the most out of your visit, whether you’re a first-time guest or a seasoned pro.” The Disney Genie will provide customized itineraries with just a few taps on your smartphone. Itineraries will be able to focus on everything “from a royal, princess-themed day at Magic Kingdom Park to a trip around the world at Epcot for foodies and even a perfect day for thrill seekers.” Note that, after the initial announcements, very little has been shared about Disney Genie since. ©Disney So, it seems some significant changes are on the way that will change the way we plan Disney vacations in the future. And, there are likely LOTS of other new things set to be announced in the future that we don’t even know about yet which will greatly impact the way we vacation at the most magical place on earth. We’re always on the lookout for more Disney updates, so be sure to come back to DFB for all the latest Disney news! Click here to see the 6 hotel changes coming to Disney World in 2021! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which of these changes most impacted the way you plan your Disney World vacation? Let us know in the comments. The post 12 Times in History Disney World Made MAJOR Changes to How You Plan Your Vacation first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The BIGGEST Time Wasters in Disney World — And How To Avoid Them! 8 MAJOR Changes You Forgot Happened in Disney World This Year 5 Things That Will Be Different in Disney World in January View the full article

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STK Orlando in Disney Springs puts an innovative twist on the classic American steakhouse. STK Orlando This spot offers a modern menu, along with a huge patio for prime outdoor seating. We visited STK last year after Disney Springs reopened, and there have been some updates since! We recently noticed that its menu has received a few updates, and we’re here to share them with you! STK has made some changes to its lounge, brunch, and lunch menus! Let’s dive right in. STK Orlando Turrets Let’s start off with the lounge menu! No longer available are the Oysters, Chopped Caesar Salad, Ceviche Tostada, Cheddar Grit Croquets, and Tuna Tartare Taco. Truffle Fries However, we see the addition of Crispy Calamari for $8, Olive Tapenade and Hummus for $5, Beef Tartare for $7, Jalapeño Pickled Shrimp Cocktail for $8, and the Steak & Egg with a grilled 8 oz. ribeye, fried egg, truffle butter, and fries for $27. ©Disney Now, onto brunch! Instead of Cinnamon Monkey Bread, we now have Cinnamon French Toast on brioche with berries, cream cheese icing, and maple syrup for $21. And, the Baby Gem Caesar Salad has changed things up a bit. It now comes with manchego cheese instead of parmesan, lemon black pepper emulsion, and herb croutons for $20. STK Orlando The Blue Iceberg Salad sees a price increase from $16 to $19. The Burrata Salad has gone up in cost too, from $20 to $23. It now comes with marinated beetroot (rather than roasted), as well as pickled red onions and basil oil crunchy sourdough, instead of shallots and olive oil. ©Disney The Raw Bar section of the menu has received lots of price increases. The Oysters on a Half Shell have increased from $21 to $24 (half dozen), and from $42 to $48 for a dozen. The Alaskan King Crab is now listed as coming with dijon, cocktail sauce, and lemon for $32 (up from $28). Increased from $22, the Bigeye Tuna Tartare with Hass avocado, taro chips, soy-honey emulsion now costs $26. Crispy Rock Shrimp The Seafood Platter for the Table is now called the Shellfish Platter for the Table and has gone up in price from $38 to $42. Also, the Hot Chicken and Waffle price has increased from $23 to $24. There are price increases throughout the a la Carte STK portion of the menu: Filet 10 oz. from $57 to $61 Filet 6 oz. from $46 to $48 NY Strip 14 oz. from $54 to $61 Dry-Aged Delmonico 14 oz. $74 to $78 Delmonico Steak with Sauces The Brunch Entrees on the lunch menu see quite a few changes. The Smoked Pork Belly Eggs Benedict has gone up in price from $20 to $25. The Nutella-Stuffed Hawaiian Sweet Bread French Toast and the Linz Angus Brunch Burger are no longer available. STK The Egg White Fritatta has changed to an Egg White Omelet with roasted pepper relish, caramelized onions, avocado, sauteed spinach, mushrooms, Emmental cheese, and baby greens for $23. Also, the Avocado Toast has gotten a makeover to include smashed avocado, cilantro, grilled sourdough bread, poached eggs, jalapeño, extra virgin olive oil, and toasted pumpkin seeds for $24. Upper Level Patio Seating This menu sees the addition of STK’s ready-to-make dinner packages that serve 2 or 4. The package will include cryo-sealed steak filets with rub and recipe card, STK Bold Sauce, Mac and Cheese, and Asparagus. Portions depend on which size you purchase. The 2 person meal is priced at $59.95, or $99.95 for the 4 person meal. ©Disney Sauteed Green Beans and Roasted Cauliflower are no longer available as sides. Tator Tots ($16), Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes ($16), and Sweet Corn Pudding ($16) have been added to the menu. Plus, all of the other sides — Parmesan Truffle Fries, Jalapeño Cheddar Grits, and Asparagus — have gone up in price from $15 to $16. Sweet Corn Pudding — Up Close NOW — onto the Lunch menu! The Burrata Salad, Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad, and Quinoa and Hearts of Palm Salad are no longer available. The Baby Gem Caesar Salad has gotten the same update as seen on the brunch menu. ©Disney Another handful of items have been removed from the menu as well. Gone are the Oysters, Alaskan King Crab (available as a topping), Ceviche, Wagyu Meatball, Lobster Club, BLTA, Blackened Bison Burger, Linz Angus Burger, Spiced Tuna Bowl, and STK Salad. Ribeye Steak Sandwich With all those items removed from the menu, naturally, there a bunch of things that have been added! Maple Rub Ora King Salmon with pickled cherry tomatoes and piquillo broccolini olive dressing for $45 Free-Range Chicken with butternut squash purée with grilled asparagus and roasted king oyster mushroom for $43 Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich with bacon, lettuce, tomato, white cheddar, and ranch dressing for $20. You can have it melted, or not! Crispy Shrimp Po’ Boy with southern fried shrimp, tomatoes, iceberg lettuce, avocado, and spicy remoulade sauce for $27 Wagyu Burger & Fries with a 7 oz beef patty, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, special sauce, and fries for $15. You can add grilled onions ($3), avocado ($3.50), egg ($3), and bacon ($3) Buttermilk Fried Chicken Thigh with honey bbq sauce, coleslaw, and homemade pickles for $19 STK Frites includes an 8-oz ribeye, fries, and choice of sauce for $29 Meatball Hot Wrap with red onion, red pepper tapenade, chili flakes, chipotle ketchup, and cheddar cheese for $25 ©Disney The steaks see the same price increases on the lunch menu as on the brunch menu. Also, the Cowgirl Ribeye has increased in price from $75 to $80. A Dry-Aged Bone-In Sirloin 18 oz. has been added for $81, as well as Surf & Turf with 8 oz. Filet & 2 Grilled Prawns for $59. Wagyu Steak The lunch menu offers the same sides as the brunch menu, with the addition of Bacon ($19), Lobster ($29), and Mac & Cheese Trio ($39). Mac and Cheese at STK Orlando Time for something sweet! The dessert menu sees the addition of the Bag o’ Donuts with cinnamon sugar, dulce de leche, raspberry, and chocolate, Chocolate Cake, Apple Pie, Cheesecake, and Warm Chocolate Chip Cookie. They each cost $12. Bag o Donuts Wowza! These menus have sure undergone a LOT of changes. We’ll continue to be on the lookout for any more menu updates throughout Disney World, so be sure to check back with us! Check out more of the most recent menu updates in Disney World 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 visited STK Orlando? Tell us in the comments! The post Tons of New Entrees Have Hit the Menu at STK in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: STK Steakhouse has a HUGE Black Friday DEAL! ALL DAY Happy Hour Special Coming to Disney Springs for a Limited Time! PHOTOS and TIPS: Our FULL Experience From Reopening Day at 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. It’s hard to believe, but Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Valentine’s Day Minnie Mouse Ears We’ve been really stoked to see all the great Valentine’s Day stuff turning up at Disney World, including chocolate, Minnie ears, and Dooney & Bourke bags! But if you need a great last-minute Disney Valentine’s Day gift you can order online, we’ve got you covered! How sweet is this Mickey and Minnie Mouse Valentine’s Day Pin Set? One side is Mickey and the other is Minnie and together, the two form a heart! Mickey and Minnie Mouse Valentine’s Day Pin Set ©Disney Keep one pin and share the other with your special someone! The pin set is $14.99. Click here to buy the Mickey and Minnie Mouse Valentine’s Day Pin Set If you’re looking for a splurge for your Valentine, the Mickey and Minnie Mouse Love Dooney & Bourke Tote is still available online! Dooney & Bourke Tote This tote features a pink print, along with that iconic couple, Mickey and Minnie. The tote is $298. Click here to buy the Mickey and Minnie Mouse Love Dooney & Bourke Tote Pour your special someone a cup of Disney love with the Mickey and Minnie Mouse Love Mug! Mickey and Minnie Mouse Love Mug ©Disney This mug has a heart-shaped handle (and yes, both Mickey and Minnie are on it with lots of hearts!). It’s $19.99. Click here to buy the Mickey and Minnie Mouse Love Mug If your special someone has an appreciation for art, particularly the work of Thomas Kinkade, they might just adore the “Mulan Blossoms of Love” Gallery Wrapped Canvas. Mulan Blossoms of Love Gallery Wrapped Canvas ©Disney This beautiful canvas print features Mulan and Li Shang in an embrace surrounded by a Japanese garden. Oh, and Mushu is there, too! The canvas is $78. Click here to buy the “Mulan Blossoms of Love” Gallery Wrapped Canvas Kids can celebrate Valentine’s Day with the Valentine’s Day Disney Princess Candy Card Exchange Kit that lets them share cards with their classroom, friends, or family! Valentine’s Day Disney Princess Candy Card Exchange Kit ©Target The kit has 25 assorted cards and lollipops. How fun! There’s even a special card that kids can give their teacher. The kit is $3.99. Click here to buy the Valentine’s Day Disney Princess Candy Card Exchange Kit Sure, socks might not SEEM that romantic, but we beg to differ when looking at these Mickey and Minnie Mouse Valentine’s Day Crew Socks! Mickey and Minnie Mouse Valentine’s Day Crew Socks ©Target This set comes with three pairs of socks, that have images of hearts, as well as Mickey and Minnie! And the full set is $8. Click here to buy the Mickey and Minnie Mouse Valentine’s Day Crew Socks We don’t know if people are still out there collecting Tsum Tsums, but the Tsum Tsum Valentine’s Day Mickey and Minnie Tsweeties Gift Set is so charming that it would make the perfect gift! Tsum Tsum Valentine’s Day Mickey and Minnie Tsweeties Gift Set ©Amazon The set features Minnie Mouse, complete with a bow dotted with hearts, and Mickey Mouse, complete with Minnie’s kisses on his face! It’s available for $24.45. Click here to buy the Tsum Tsum Valentine’s Day Mickey and Minnie Tsweeties Gift Set The Disney Personalized Crystal Vase Centerpiece With Lights is a gorgeous way to tell someone you love them. This crystal vase, held by figures of Minnie and Mickey Mouse, also lights up! Disney Personalized Crystal Vase Centerpiece With Lights ©Bradford Exchange The bouquet is full of hand-made roses, but what makes this gift so special is that you can personalize the message on the vase. You can get it now for $129.99. Click here to buy the Disney Personalized Crystal Vase Centerpiece With Lights The Disney “Forever In Love” Personalized Musical Glitter Globe is a snow globe full of glitter with Minnie kissing Mickey because they are definitely forever in love! Disney Forever In Love Personalized Musical Glitter Globe ©Bradford Exchange You can also have your own message engraved on the front! The glitter globe is $79.99. Click here to buy the Disney “Forever In Love” Personalized Musical Glitter Globe You and your loved one will never forget the date again with the “Mickey Mouse And Minnie Mouse Together Forever” Calendar, which features a perpetual calendar. Mickey Mouse And Minnie Mouse Together Forever Calendar ©Bradford Exchange This one starts with two issues: the first features a set of two figurines representing the two most current months. The second is a wooden calendar display. Future issues will feature more Mickey and Minnie of the month figurines! Each issue is $59.99. Click here to buy the “Mickey Mouse And Minnie Mouse Together Forever” Calendar We hope this gives you some good ideas for last-minute Valentine’s Day gifts, and if we see any other cool Disney Valentine’s Day stuff, we’ll let you know! Get a Valentine’s Day Plush for $14 With ANY Online Disney Purchase! 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! 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