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It seems like the holiday season has been speeding on by as Christmas Eve is TOMORROW (annnd we still haven’t finished our shopping yet )! Magic Kingdom While you might be getting your grocery lists ready for Christmas dinner and setting up your gifts underneath the tree, we’ve got your holiday entertainment covered! So, we recommend getting your Disney+ on standby because these are the 8 movies you’re going to want to binge during the holidays. Godmothered Although many of our Disney Princesses have been visited by Godmothers before heading to a ball or to help them find a prince, Disney+’s newest movie flips the narrative on its head! Godmothered finds Eleanor looking for Mackenzie, a little girl who once reached out to the magical Motherland, in order to save the Fairy Godmother program. Godmothered ©Disney However, when she arrives to Boston, she discovers that Mackenzie is now a widowed mother with two children. Based during the holiday season, Godmothered redefines what a “happily ever after” looks like as Eleanor bonds with Mackenzie and her daughters, Mia and Jane. ©Disney As your whole family gathers together for movie night, you can enjoy a whole lot of magic, laughter, heart, and even some music along the way! (Plus, we totally want a Fairy Godmother even more now.) Noelle While you might think of Santa Claus as Kris Kringle, what if Santa was actually a girl? In Noelle, Santa’s daughter goes in search for her brother who has abandoned his new position as Santa Claus after their father passes away. As she redefines the North Pole’s traditions (with some AMAZING outfits) and meets a few friends along the way, Noelle discovers that people have a little magic in each of their hearts. Noelle Plus, Noelle really makes us feel empowered since Noelle leaves behind her role as someone who is meant to solely support her brother as Santa as she has magic of her own to bring holiday cheer to others! Prep and Landing Speaking of the North Pole, Prep and Landing takes a break from Santa to focus on his elves that help make Christmas run smoothly. When Wayne doesn’t get a well-deserved promotion as a part of the Prep and Landing team, he feels frustrated trying to train a new rookie named Lanny. Although the Prep and Landing squad is all about making Santa’s job on Christmas effortless, disaster strikes when these two elves work together. ©Disney We’re pretty used to hearing about elves making toys in Santa’s Workshop, but Prep and Landing changes the way everyone views the jobs at the North Pole with a bit of suspense and so much Christmas magic. ©Disney Oh, and Wayne and Lanny are a HILARIOUS dynamic duo who will make everyone crack up during your Disney+ watch session! The Santa Clause Trilogy Get ready to gear up for an adventure, because The Santa Clause trilogy packs a punch with chaos, romance, and even appearances from other legendary figures! Tim Allen stars in the series of movies as the jolly man himself as he is thrown into the role of Santa Claus one fateful Christmas. The Santa Clause ©Disney The series dives into family and friendship, while trouble arises with “The Mrs. Claus Clause,” life-size toys that try to take over the North Pole, and Jack Frost going rogue to rule the holiday season. ©Disney While you might have a few classics that you watch every year with your family, you might want to start adding The Santa Clause films to your line-up this holiday season since they’re all on Disney+! Home Alone As a kid, we always dreamed of having a mini-vacation to ourselves away from our family like Kevin McCallister during Home Alone (sans burglars, of course). And, there’s a reason that Home Alone is still just as iconic 30 years after it came out in 1990. When Kevin is left at home during his huge family’s trip to France, he celebrates by ordering a lovely cheese pizza just for himself and defending off two burglars with hilarious traps! Home Alone ©Disney Despite his eventful staycation, Kevin realized how much he loves his family while they’re away as he also bonds with a neighbor to help him reconnect with his son and granddaughter. Cue the chorus of “awwws” here! ©Disney From iconic lines like “Keep the change, ya filthy animal” to the famous screaming face that Macaulay Culkin makes as Kevin, Home Alone might be one of the best Christmas movies of all time. (Just try not to make your family disappear while watching it!) The Muppets Christmas Carol We all know the original story of Charles Dickens’ classic novel, but this version of A Christmas Carol is told through music and many, many Muppets. Disney has released many Muppets movies, but The Muppets Christmas Carol has a special place in our hearts since it uses Jim Henson’s famous puppets to tell the events of Christmas past, present, and future with an added twist. ©Disney Plus, Disney recently added back in the lost song “When Love Is Gone,” which adds on an extra layer to the movie about things we’ve missed out on in life (the movie is still really family-friendly, though!). Miss Piggy also seems like an awesome cook because that turkey looks INCREDIBLE. ©Disney Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas Series Disney’s Christmas movie stars fan-favorite characters like Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, and Goofy as multiple stories come together for a magical holiday feature. The first movie, Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas focuses on Goofy’s relationship with his son Max, Donald’s whole family, and a spin on O. Henry’s short story “The Gift of the Magi” starring Mickey and Minnie. ©Disney The sequel to the film, Mickey’s Twice Upon a Christmas, is also on Disney+ with FIVE stories instead, including an epic ice skating sequence between Minnie and Daisy and Huey, Dewey, and Louie’s trip to the actual North Pole. ©Disney The Nutcracker and the Four Realms The Nutcracker‘s story might be well-known from the music, ballet, and other films that have debuted in years past. But, Disney’s The Nutcracker and the Four Realms turns the story into an adventure as Clara must defend the citizens from the magical four realms. ©Disney We adore the original The Nutcracker story, but this new version has some of the most GORGEOUS costumes, scenery, and makeup that we’ve ever seen in a Christmas movie. Although your little ones can enjoy it, your big kiddos will especially love The Nutcracker and the Four Realms. ©Disney Buuut, we honestly feel like we want to add a few of Clara’s dresses to our Christmas lists after watching this movie another time. Honorable Mentions While they may not be movies, Disney’s TV entertainment is filled with festive features that can add some holiday flair to your night. The Disney Holiday Singalong is a perfect way to Christmas carol at home as famous Disney celebrities and Broadway stars gather together to sing holiday tunes. ©D23 The Wonderful World of Disney Magical Holiday Celebration also brings a few more big names together for a musical event with a sneak peek inside Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure that’s debuting in Disney World in 2021! ©Disney We’re sure that your Christmas Eve and Christmas Day are both going to be full of food, festivities, and all of these movies that will keep you occupied! And, we hope that your holidays are merry, bright, and extra magical this year! Here are all the places you can find Christmas meals in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What are your plans for the holidays this year? Let us know in the comments below! The post 8 Christmas Movies on Disney+ to Binge-Watch With the Family! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: VIDEO: First Look at ‘The Beatles: Get Back’ Documentary Coming to Disney+! Here’s EVERYTHING Coming to Disney+ in May! Create Your Own Home Movie Theater With This Disney DIY Onward Screening! View the full article

The entire concept around Disney World’s Galactic Starcruiser is a very ambitious one that will literally place guests into the middle of the Star Wars universe. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge The immersive experience is set to whisk guests away on a 2-night spaceship cruise through the galaxy that will send them on the adventure of a lifetime! And seeing all the construction progress has given us some ideas of how Disney is going to make that magic happen! Thanks to @bioreconstruct, we now have a good idea of how Disney plans on preventing guests from seeing the buildings around the structure. Aerial photos show berms (aka a raised barrier or land) that were recently added that will host a forest that will effectively hide those buildings from guests. Disney is no stranger to creating immersive environments, and this is just one of many tricks the company has up its sleeve in making everything as realistic as possible. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Concept Art ©Disney In fact, we might say that this Disney World spot will be — quite literally — out of this world! We’ll be sure to keep you updated as construction continues. Photos! Rey Is Rocking Her Winter Gear at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney World Today! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder 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 trying to book a stay on the Galactic Starcruiser? Let us know in the comments! The post See How the 'Star Wars' Hotel Will Hide Its Buildings From Other Disney World Guests! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The Star Wars Hotel Really Looks Like A Starship! See The Latest in NEW Aerial Photos From Disney World! News! Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Reservations Will Open Later THIS Year! PHOTOS! Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Construction Update in Disney World! View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Magic Kingdom! Magic Kingdom And, we’ve got plenty of food, merchandise, and entertainment updates to share with you. So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive right on in! Magic Kingdom Merchandise Update Emporium We’ve loved snuggling with our pets throughout the holiday season. And, Christmas is definitely the time to show off your love of pets with the newest Dog and Cat Tote Bags for $34.99 each. The Disney Dog Tote features some of our favorite pups from Disney movies… Dog Tote Bag …like the Dalmatians, Trusty, Jock, Percy, and more! Dog Tote Bag Plus, the tote has the Walt Disney World logo adorned with paw prints for an extra flair of fun. Dog Tote Bag The cat fans can also pick up the Disney Cat Tote to take home with them… Cat Tote Bag …featuring characters like Marie, Yzma the Cat, Lucifer, and others! Cat Tote Bag Although you might be getting your friends and families something sweet for Christmas, why not treat your pets to the newest Lady and the Tramp Pet Spirit Jersey too? Lady and the Tramp Pet Spirit Jersey The light blue jersey features Lady and Tramp sharing a plate of spaghetti during a romantic evening outside. Buuut, we think your pup will look just as cute wearing the jersey for $36.99, whether they are eating, playing, or sleeping at home! They Call it Bella Notteeee Now we’ll just have to patiently wait for Disney to release one for the owners so we can match with our best pals! Take a look at the sweet Lady and the Tramp Pet Spirit Jersey here! The Christmas Shoppe While we’ve already seen Disney World’s version of the Haunted Mansion Ornament, the Disneyland version of the attraction with its Haunted Mansion Holiday overlay is also in the stores! Disneyland Haunted Mansion Ornament Since Disneyland typically decorates the ride with The Nightmare Before Christmas features for the holidays, the ornament shows off the facade of the mansion and some of the decorations that would usually inside of it. Disneyland Haunted Mansion Ornament We previously spotted it online, but the ornament sold out very quickly. However, guests can hop over to The Christmas Shoppe to snag the restocked Disneyland Haunted Mansion Ornament for $29.99. Find out all the details on the Disneyland Haunted Mansion Ornament here! We’ve reached the end of the Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction series with the Nighttime Castle and Grand Finale Collection! Throughout the Magic Kingdom’s stores, the new Fireworks Ears are still available to guests… Fireworks Ears …while the Fireworks Pins have been restocked for guests to add to the rest of their Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction series at home! Fireworks Pins How many Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction series have you collected merchandise from over the past year? Take a full look at all the last Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction collection! Magic Kingdom Food Update When we were feeling a bit hungry, we made our way over to the Plaza Restaurant on Main Street for a lovely afternoon lunch with a gorgeous view of Cinderella Castle. The Plaza Eats We had a full meal with the Wedge Salad… Wedge Salad …Loaded Fries… Loaded Fries …and Plaza Club Sandwich! We’ll be bringing you our full review of our visit to the Plaza Restaurant soon! Plaza Club Sandwich Magic Kingdom Entertainment Update The crowds weren’t super busy in the parks compared to the huge amount of people heading to Disney World for the holidays that we’ve seen previously! Crowds While there weren’t as many people over in Fantasyland… Crowds …some of the smaller areas, like in Frontierland, got a bit busier as guests headed to their favorite attractions. Crowds Restaurants also got more crowded with guests waiting in line to pick up Dole Whips… Crowds …but the BIGGEST crowds we saw in Disney World were during the evening as everyone gathered to watch the castle projections. Nighttime Crowds Magic Kingdom reminded us a lot of one of the nights where fireworks would usually be showing in the parks… Nighttime Crowds …even though there are only projections on Cinderella Castle at the moment (as fireworks are being tested in the Magic Kingdom without guests there). Nighttime Crowds While we will be keeping an eye on crowds throughout the rest of the holiday season at Christmas and New Year’s, we’ll keep you updated on what you can expect before you head back to the parks! Nighttime Crowds Well, that’s all for this What’s New at Magic Kingdom! We’ll catch you next time for more entertainment, merchandise, and food updates. And, if you have any questions about your upcoming Disney vacation, let us know so we can help you find the answers! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What are you looking forward to seeing the most in the Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments below! The post What's New in Magic Kingdom: Holiday Crowds and the RETURN of a Fan-Favorite Attraction Ornament! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Magic Kingdom: a Weird Blue Pluto, an Updated Character Sighting, and Bwana Bob’s BACK! What’s New in Magic Kingdom: Spooky Haunted Mansion Pins for Halloween and an Update on the Nutella Waffle! When Disney World Reopens THESE Are at the Top of Our Must-Do List View the full article

EPCOT is a whirlwind of construction activity right now — there is SO much going on! Spaceship Earth with Construction Walls Disney World recently revealed the new EPCOT entrance fountain, but there are still a lot of projects underway there, including the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction, the Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure attraction, a new nighttime spectacular called Harmonious, and more! And now, thanks to @bioreconstruct, we can see all the construction from a bird’s eye view in new aerial photos! The first photo shows just how much is going on right now — you can see construction on almost ALL the new projects at EPCOT, including what used to be Innoventions West. We love seeing all the EPCOT construction progress from the sky — and it looks like everything is coming along great. Stay tuned to DFB for all the latest on EPCOT and MORE Disney newness! TWO Shops in EPCOT’s France Pavilion Have Reopened with CLASSY Beauty and the Beast Merch! 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! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you been to EPCOT recently and seen the construction? Let us know in the comments! The post Pics! Check Out ALL the EPCOT Construction from Up Above in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS! Epcot’s Future World to Grow Into THREE New Neighborhoods: World Discovery, World Celebration, and World Nature! Pics! EPCOT Ticket Booths Are Looking NICE With the Newly Added Logos! PHOTOS: MAJOR Update on EPCOT’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! View the full article

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Wanna save time, money, and your sanity in Disney World?? Today, we’re talking about SHORTCUTS: ways to do things faster, or get so much more out of your trip by making a quick little change and skipping the stuff that’s totally not necessary. Where are the SHORTCUTS? These little hacks will help you visit Disney World like a pro! 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: Which Disney World tips you swear by! The post DFB Video: 9 SECRET Disney World Shortcuts! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: DFB Video: 9 Things You’re NOT Doing Right at Disney World DFB Video: 8 Tools EVERYONE Needs For Their Disney World Vacation! DFB Video: 14 Must-Do Disney World Restaurants for 2020! View the full article

Disney World is teeming with hidden Mickeys, special tributes, and inside jokes. Mrs. Potts Floor Mosaic at the Grand Floridian The Imagineers hide these gems in attractions, restaurants, and resorts. Look up and you’ll find an advertisement in a shop window on Main Street, U.S.A. that’s named after an Imagineer. Or, look down and you’ll see seashells placed into the pavement outside of Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid (maybe by Ariel, herself?). There are so many thoughtful secrets to be found! We’re highlighting some of Disney World’s best-hidden secrets in the parks and beyond! Atmosphere Main Street, U.S.A. Window Tribute Requirements Main Street, U.S.A. is full of not-so-hidden tributes in the window advertisements on the upper stories. The names associated with the imaginary businesses are all people who contributed to Disney World in a remarkable way. You’ll see the names of Imagineers, artists, executives, and Walt Disney, of course! The tributes are pretty well known, but did you know there are requirements for the Cast Members to be honored on Main Street? The late Imagineer Marty Sklar stated there are three requirements for landing a tribute on Main Street: The Cast Member must be retired. Only employees with the highest level of service, respect, or achievement may be honored. It must be agreed upon by the top park management and Imagineering team, which creates the design and copy concepts. Walt Disney’s Window! There are some exceptions to the rule. Like Walt’s family! For example, there’s a tribute to Elias Disney (Walt’s father) in both Disneyland and Disney World. His name is printed as “Elias Disney – Contractor – Est. 1895.” It’s believed that 1895 was the year Elias started work as a Contractor. In the Magic Kingdom, his name is located above Uptown Jewelers. Often the “businesses” named in the windows tie to the individual’s personality or contributions. For example, Xavier “X” Atencio, the Imagineer famous for writing tunes for popular rides, like “Grim Grinning Ghosts” from the Haunted Mansion and “Yo Ho (A Pirate’s Life For Me)” from Pirates of the Caribbean, has a window over the Main Street Confectionary that reads “The Musical Quill – Lyrics and Librettos by X. Atencio.” Windows and Signs That’s not all. You’ll see cute nods to movies and other Disney media around Disney World too. Located across from Sleepy Hollow Refreshments, you’ll see an ad for voice lessons by Ichabod Crane, who was the main character from the film Sleepy Hollow! Or, one of our favorites is the cartoon cutout of Roger Rabbit bursting through the window shades near Hollywood & Vine. (Private Investigator Eddie Valiant has an ad right next to the Roger silhouette!) Sleepy Hollow Refreshments Be sure to look up when you’re wandering around the parks! There’s so much to see! Joe Rohde Easter Eggs The legendary Joe Rohde is one of the main masterminds behind Disney’s Animal Kingdom and many more attractions. Rohde loves to leave his fingerprints all over his projects…literally! Slow down when you’re walking out of Flight of Passage in Pandora – The World of Avatar! You might notice three red handprints with initials. The handprints are by Joe Rohde, Jon Landau (Avatar movie producer), and James Cameron (Avatar movie director). Joe Rohde ©Disney Another tribute to Rohde is located in the Tusker House Restaurant. Look up to the second floor above the hallway leading to the restrooms. You’ll see a sign that says “Jorodi Masks & Beads” placed beside an ad that states the business specializes in earrings. “Jorodi” is pronounced like the Imagineer’s name and the earring ad is referencing the famous giant earrings he wears in his ear! Don’t Forget to Look Down! You might be too busy looking up at signs, windows, and Joe Rohde references to notice there’s other stuff happening at your feet! The seashells outside of Under the Sea: Jurney of The Little Mermaid in Magic Kingdom is just the beginning! Imagineers love to put little objects and hidden characters into the pavement and flooring to match the surrounding area. For instance, in Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, there are some gorgeous marble inlays of various Disney Characters at your feet in the main lobby that almost blend in with the floor! We’ve spotted all sorts of fun Disney Characters — see how many you can spot! Chip Mosaic in the Grand Floridian Tile This makes your experience at Disney World SUPER immersive. You’ll see peanuts and elephant hoof prints near Dumbo – The Flying Elephant. There are also horseshoe imprints wear the ghost horse “stands” at the hearse outside of the Haunted Mansion. In Adventureland, there are broken pieces of tile and gems lodged into the ground. Over in Animal Kingdom, look down in the Asia section. You’ll notice plenty of bike tracks that slowly begin to disappear and turn to footprints as you approach Expedition Everest. Why? Folks wouldn’t be able to reach the mountain on bike and have to walk instead! Animal Tracks Outside Tiffins The newest addition to the Pavement Chronicles is the droid tracks in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Imagineers took rubbings from the original R2-D2 in Star Wars: A New Hope and turned them into three-dimensional wheels. From there, they built a trolley to roll the “feet” through Galaxy’s Edge. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge — Disney World The result is authentic droid tracks made from none other than the real R2-D2 himself! That IS the droid tracks we’re looking for and we’re glad we found them! Check out some more cool secrets in Animal Kingdom here! Attractions Animatronic Face-Swappers! Ok, that title sounds a little cryptic. Let us explain. Disney will often use the same face mold for animatronics featured on attractions. If a face works in multiple places, why bother sculpting and molding a new one, right? You’ll have to keep an eagle eye out for these. You’d likely miss them if you’re not on the lookout! The frightened gravedigger in the final Haunted Mansion scene has the same face as the guy being chased up a pole by a rhino in Jungle Cruise. (You know, the one who gets the “point” in the end?) Also, several Presidents from the Hall of Presidents are moonlighting as characters on Spaceship Earth. Andrew Jackson is featured in the printing press scene, Eisenhower plays a fierce mandolin in the Renaissance era, and Taft is an Egyptian priest! The Birth of the Rennaissance Scene in Spaceship Earth This can become a fun game for guests! Can you spot the character on Haunted Mansion who looks like another in Carousel of Progress? Spoiler: The old woman who’s sitting in a rocking chair in the ballroom shares a face with the grandmother in Carousel of Progress. Inside Jokes Imagineers love to hide jokes on the attractions! Some of the jokes are references to old attractions, movies, and other Imagineers. Over at Pirates of the Caribbean, you might notice two skeletons playing Chess in the queue. Imagineer Marc Davis had the idea to put the game at a stalemate. Meaning, the Pirates were stuck in the unending game for the rest of their lives (and deaths)! You’ll also spot two pirates in the scene where the mayor is being drowned in the well who look really similar to Smee and Hook from Peter Pan on this ride! Pirates are pirates, so this one makes sense. Pirates Playing Chess©Disney Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway is practically bursting with jokes and references. Specifically, there is a directional sign that points toward “Yensid Valley.” Yensid is the sorcerer’s name in Fantasia from “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” scene. It’s also Disney spelled backward! You’ll see the Dapper Dans riding a 4-person bike in one scene and the year 1928 above the first tunnel. This is the year Mickey Mouse made his world debut! 1928 Sign on Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway One of our favorite references is in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. The trash cans have the numbers 3263827 printed on them. This isn’t just a random set of numbers! Do you know the reference? Galaxy’s Edge Trash Can This is referencing the Trash Compactor number that almost crushed Luke, Han, and Leia in Star Wars: A New Hope! The same trash compactor that houses the sneaky Dianoga monster that’s also hiding in Galaxy’s Edge (he must have escaped?). You’ll find him hiding above a water fountain near the restrooms. Michael Jackson is Featured on Kali River Rapids Yes, you read that right. The water ride in Disney’s Animal Kingdom was Michael Jackson’s favorite attraction in Disney World. He loved it so much that the Imagineers commemorated his adoration with a tribute. Look in the last room at the end of the queue. You’ll see a small painting of him riding along in a raft! Michael Jackson Painting on the Kali River Rapids Queue! We’re thinking Jackson’s sweet dance moves in the Captain EO show at EPCOT earned him the honor of being immortalized on a Disney ride! Extinct Attractions Disney will often reuse attraction buildings and place other themed rides inside the structure. Over the years, it has become a habit for Imagineers to pay tribute to extinct attractions in the same building or in other rides. Maelstrom, the attraction located in the Norway Pavilion at EPCOT, was replaced by Frozen Ever After. (Some old-school EPCOT fans were pretty upset about this one!) Disney placed a few of the old attraction’s puffin figures on the ride for ambiance. (For some reason, we don’t think this helped the fans get over it! ) Maelstrom And, most recently, you’ll find a poster advertising “The Great Moving Ride” on Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway. This reference is to The Great Movie Ride which was housed in the same building. (This also didn’t reduce the sting for many GMR fans!) The Great Moving Ride There’s a very tough to spy secret hiding in the rockwork over in the queue for The Little Mermaid ride in Magic Kingdom as well. This ride replaces 20’000 Leagues Under the Sea Submarine Voyage. Imagineers carved the shape of one a Nautilus submarine into the rocks outside in the queue! Keep Your Eyes Peeled For This Ship in The Little Mermaid Queue! Mr. Toad has a few tributes at Disney World. The beloved Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride was replaced by The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh years ago. You can see a picture of Toad handing his house deed over to Owl on the new attraction in one of the final scenes! He also has his own tombstone in the Pet Cemetery at the exit to the Haunted Mansion. Because Toad well…died (in the ride and by having his ride removed!). Restaurants Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar There are two Disney World lounges that are a veritable scavenger hunt full of treasures and both have a distinctly “Adventureland” vibe to them! Jock Lindsey’s is located in Disney Springs and named after the daredevil pilot and sidekick to Indiana Jones from Raiders of the Lost Ark. Inside, you’ll find all sorts of tributes to the films. You’ll see the idol from Raiders and character voodoo dolls replicated from Temple of Doom. Look up towards the ceiling and one of the overhangs you’ll see Indy’s trusty satchel peeking over the ledge. Golden Fertility Idol You’ll also spy loads of hidden Star Wars references, like R2-D2’s name on the wall and the head of a lesser-known bounty hunter droid named IG-88 on a shelf above the bar. We’ve been told by Cast Members this was AND wasn’t the real droid head used in Empire Strikes Back, so it’s up to you if it’s the real deal or not! IG-88, is That You? Perhaps the best item is a giant T-Rex tooth in a display case to the left of the outdoor bar. The note reads “Jock, thanks for getting us off the island. – SS” Fred Sorenson, the actor who played Jock, was an actual pilot. The story goes that Steven Spielberg and his crew were stuck on an island in Hawaii as a hurricane approached while filming Jurassic Park. Spielberg called Fred to fly and rescue them from the coming storm. This one is bigtime rumorsville though and totes depends on the Cast Member you speak to if this is actually a prop from the film or based on an actual note from Spielburg. BUT the actor saving the Jurassic Park crew is totally real! Click here to see more easter eggs in Disney World! Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Looking for Disney inside jokes, references, and a rockin’ good time? Head to Trader Sam’s in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! The lounge is currently closed but when it’s open, it’s one of the most happening places in Disney World. The atmosphere here is incredible and every shelf and nook and cranny is holding something unique — including some fun ties to Disney World! For example, You can find a life preserver from the now-extinct Maelstrom attraction in EPCOT. Maelstrom Life Preserver A small Orange Bird figurine sits almost hidden on a ledge. One of the walls has a painting of the nautilus from the also-extinct 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea: Submarine Voyage attraction. Likewise, there’s a picture of Walt handling a giant tentacle from the 20,000 Leagues movie! Something that’s a little out of context is that Mr. Toad’s car keys from the extinct Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride are hanging from the ceiling! (He probably had one too many Uh Oas and couldn’t drive home!) 20,000 Leagues Submarine Helmet Speaking of Uh Oa, the statue of her that appears when foolish patrons order the large tropical drink is the same Uh Oa that lived in the short-lived Enchanted Tiki Room: Under New Management. The Uh Oa! This hardly scratches the surface for hidden jokes, gems, and secrets at Disney World. We didn’t even get to the references on Muppet*Vision 3D in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! (Hint: Check for the key under the mat when you first enter the queue and look up to find the hilarious reference to Annette Funicello!) We’d be here all day if listed all of the Easter eggs in the theme parks! So, we wanna hear from you! What’s your favorite hidden secret at Disney World? Tell us about it in the comments! Ok, one last one. (We can’t stop!) There’s a robin featured on Carousel of Progress. Do you know where it’s from? Mary Poppins! We think that’s a cute little nod to the Sherman Brothers who wrote the music for Carousel of Progress and Mary Poppins. OK, now we’re done. Promise! Check out the 5 Biggest 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! Preorder 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. Drop us your favorite Disney World hidden secret in the comments below! The post Do You Know Where To Find These 10 Hidden Secrets in Disney World? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New Around Walt Disney World: May 20th, 2015 What’s New Around Walt Disney World: November 15, 2016 What’s New Around Walt Disney World: February 28, 2017 View the full article

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Many people are surprised to find out that Disney’s Armed Forces Salute Tickets need to be activated upon arrival at Walt Disney World or Disneyland. Just buying them at your Military Base Ticket Office isn’t all that you need to do. These special Disney military tickets will not work at the theme park entrances or at the […] The post How to Activate Your 2021 Disney Armed Forces Salute Theme Park Tickets appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. 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. OK, we don’t know about you, but we have been CRACKING UP at Pixar’s Alien Remix merch line this year. Like, c’mon, this green guy as Carl from Up?! How can you not giggle a bit?! Alien Remix Carl Fredricksen plush ©shopDisney If you can’t get enough of Aliens dressed as Merida (complete with flowing, curly red hair) or Mater from Cars, well, does Hot Topic have just the Loungefly series for you! We may just have to break out the claaaaaaw to grab this bag. It features those crazy rubber Green Aliens dressed like a ton of Pixar favs, like Bunny and Ducky from Toy Story 4, Flik from A Bug’s Life, and Boo in her monster costume from Monster’s Inc. ©Hot Topic We think their bright colors really POP on this black faux-leather bag, which is accented with lime green detailing. If you’re looking for a last minute Christmas gift for the Pixar fan in your life (even if that fan is yourself), you can order this online now for just $31.32, which is 30% off the original price of $44.90. You can even pick it up for true last-minute gift-giving. Grab this Remix Alien Mini Backpack here! Oh, and there’s a matching wallet, too! Here, you can see even MORE Pixar favs, like Nemo, Jessie, and Mater! ©Hot Topic The wallet is kind of a steal, at $13.93 right now, which is 30% off the original price of $19.90! Make this wallet yours by clicking here! HONESTLY, we can all use a good laugh this holiday season, and these new Loungeflys definitely do the trick. As we spot more smile-worthy merch online, we’ll be sure to let y’all know! All the Disney Merchandise You Missed When You Were Trying to Buy the Playstation 5 This Week Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder 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 Loungefly fan? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney and Pixar's New Alien Remix Loungefly Set Is Honestly Just Hilarious first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Rep YOUR Favorite Characters with the NEW Disney Pixar 25th Anniversary Loungefly Backpack! Hiya, Pals! There’s a CUTE New Mickey and Minnie Shorts Loungefly Backpack in Disney World! Just When We Thought Baby Yoda Couldn’t Get Cuter … Loungefly Redesigns ‘The Child’ Backpack! View the full article

Disneyland Paris may be closed now through the holiday season due to the coronavirus pandemic, but the work continues on the resort’s MANY construction projects. ©Disney We already have seen updates about the new Cars Route 66 Road Trip attraction at Walt Disney Studios Park and a bit from their Avengers Campus, and now there are two NEW refurb updates from France! Walt Disney Studios park will continue its transformation in the new year with the launch of a new family-friendly show, Disney Junior Dream Factory! ©Disneyland Paris YouTube The show itself takes its inspiration from the music of Disney Junior’s various franchises. Mickey and Minnie arrive in the show, only to discover there is an audience member who isn’t dreaming QUITE enough, and only Fancy Nancy, Vampirina, and Timon from The Lion Guard can help. Fancy Nancy at the Disney Junior Stars Motorcade The show will take place on a colorful set with hues of purple, green, and blue, complete with slides and TONS of Mickey Mouse outlines. Indeed, it’s a factory of gears, dream orbs, and more! You can watch a full preview of this new show, coming to Walt Disney Studios Park in the new year, below! Meanwhile, over at Disneyland Paris, we got an update on Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast, their version of Magic Kingdom’s Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin or Disneyland Park’s Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom The ride, which is expected to reopen in February 2021, has gotten its interior and exterior decor “freshened up,” with special attention going to special effects and lighting! The colors in the refurbished attration do, indeed look SUPER bright. Check out all the details of the yearlong refurb in the video below. Due to the global health crisis, Disneyland Paris will remain closed until February 12th, 2021. And it seems as though there’s tons to look forward to there! When Disneyland Paris does get an OFFICIAL reopening date, we’ll be sure to let you know! So stay tuned to DFB! VIDEO: Take a Behind the Scenes Tour of Disneyland Paris’ New Art of Marvel Hotel 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! Preorder 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 been to Disneyland Paris? Let us know in the comments! The post VIDEOS: Preview a New Show and HUGE Refurbished Attraction at Disneyland Paris! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Worldwide Engineering Brigade to Set the Scene for Spider-Man Attraction Coming to Disneyland Resort and Disneyland Paris NEWS: Disneyland Paris Announces Extension to Closure PICS! Rev Up Your Engines and Check Out the New ‘Cars’ Attraction Coming to Disneyland Paris! View the full article

Few people know how to bring the merriment of the holiday season better than a Disney princess! Cinderella and Snow White in the Princess Cavalcade at Magic Kingdom And even though Enchanted Tales with Belle has yet to reopen at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, you can STILL share the holiday spirit with this beauty and hear her tell you a story, thanks to the internet, of course A few days ago, Disney’s Instagram asked fans to choose their own adventure, and revealed that Belle would be telling a fun holiday-themed story with the most popular answers in the coming days. Well, now that holiday tale is online, thanks to #DisneyMagicMoments. ©Disney Parks YouTube Belle tells a short and sweet story about her pal Chip wandering through the forest, collecting decorations, and decorating a tree for Christmas to enchant Beast and the rest of his friends. It’s a lovely bedtime story for kiddos this holiday season! You can watch the whole clip below: While not QUITE as interactive as Enchanted Tales with Belle, this is a lovely little holiday treat, and Belle looks STUNNING in her winter dress. We hope you can snuggle in with a cup of cocoa and enjoy this tale with your little ones. <3 Review! This Belle-Inspired Holiday Treat Is Super Insta-Worthy (And Delish)! 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! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you YouTube story time with your kiddos? Let us know in the comments! The post WATCH: Disney Princess Belle Tells an Enchanting Winter Story Perfect for Christmastime! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: 5 Disney Conspiracy Theories That Have Gone A Bit Off The Deep End… TODAY ONLY! Get Big Savings on Disney Ornaments Online! Julie Andrew’s First Episode of Her New Story Time Series Is Now Up! View the full article

In case you missed it, MagicBands will NOT be free to Disney resort hotel guests in the new year. Limited Edition 2021 MagicBand And while that may throw a wrench in some people’s plans, it also means that there’s more freedom to buy the MagicBand of your choosing beyond just feeling compelled to use a solid pink or gray one. And if you’re a big fan of certain Disney World attractions and events, then three new MagicBands are available online for easy shipping and scanning into the parks! If you like to take a spin on the wildest ride in the wilderness but missed Big Thunder Mountain Railroad’s 40th anniversary at Disney World, you can now nab the commemorative Big Thunder Mountain Railroad 40th Anniversary limited edition MagicBand on shopDisney! Big Thunder Mountain Railroad MagicBand We’ve previously seen this brown MagicBand, with the signature runaway train and GOAT at Disney World, but if you’re a fan who hasn’t been able to make it to the parks this year, you can still get in on all of the rootin’, tootin’ fun for $29.99. Best move on this BTMRR MagicBand here! SPEAKING of classic attractions, maybe The Jungle Cruise is more your speed. Channel your inner punny skipper with this Jungle Cruise Skippers MagicBand, which features a sly skipper and a goofy gorilla with his own hat. Jungle Cruise MagicBand This open edition MagicBand can be all yours for $24.99. Click here to buy the Jungle Cruise Skipper MagicBand! Maybe rides are less of your thing, but you LOVE EPCOT’s International Food & Wine Festival. Listen, we don’t blame ya! Whether you ate your way around the world and wrecked your wallet on snacks and sips or weren’t able to make it to Food & Wine and still want to feel like you were part of the fun, you can pick up the Limited Release Mickey and Minnie Mouse EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival 2020 Dooney & Bourke MagicBand on shopDisney! Dooney & Bourke Mickey Mouse EPCOT Food and Wine MagicBand This fancy MagicBand features the Dooney & Bourke label as well as Chef Mickey pouring vino and Chef Minnie making cakes! The Disney foodies out there will wanna scoop this $40 MagicBand up! Click here to make this designer MagicBand yours! These super fun MagicBands will make scanning into the parks and resort hotel rooms all the more enjoyable! So, if these are how you want to express yourself, get in on these now! We’re Ready For 2021 With This New MagicBand at Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you like attractions-inspired MagicBands or do you keep them simple? Let us know in the comments! The post Missing Disney World? Three Attraction and Event MagicBands Are Now Available Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: These New Disney Baseball Hats Are Inspired By Two Classic Attractions! NEWS: The NEW Frozen 2 Dresses Have Landed on shopDisney and They’re BIG TIME on Sale! We’ve Got All the Disney Merch You Need for the Sunny Days Ahead! 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. Even when you can’t make it to the theme parks, there are still PLENTY of ways to bring Disney World magic into your home, like by making some iconic Disney snacks and treats. We know we’ve spent this year whipping up copycat Pandora cheeseburger pods and Jack-Jack’s Num Num Cookies in our kitchens! Homemade cheeseburger pods And you know what makes those homemade Baby Yoda macarons and homemade Disneyland peppermint marshmallow wands taste even sweeter? Making them (or storing them) using Disney kitchen accessories! We’ve already spotted new aprons and kitchen towels at Disneyland’s Downtown Disney, and seen some flippin’ cool spatulas at Walt Disney World, but now you can get your Disney homegoods on via shopDisney with some park-themed accessories we’re already a lil obsessed with! Mickey and Minne Spatulas We feel like any dish could be a little more magical with this Fantasia-inspired salt and pepper shaker set! ©shopDisney Inspired by the film’s 80th anniversary, this Sorcerer’s Apprentice set features Mickey’s sorcerer hat and a broom, but hopefully your seasonings don’t pour out like waterfalls! This sculpted ceramic set can be yours for $24.99! Click here to buy the Sorcerer’s Apprentice salt and pepper shakers! If you want to complete your kitchen with a Fantasia theme, well, 1) That’s a great idea! and 2) You can complete the set with a Sorcerer Mickey Mouse Cookie Jar! ©shopDisney Honestly, we think any ol’ sugar cookie will be sweeter in this jolly jar! It can be all yours for $69.99! Bring this cookie jar home by clicking here! Want to store your Mickey-shaped gingerbread cookies in a different Disney-inspired cookie jar? Make your kitchen the eighth wonder of the world with this Jungle Cruise Cookie Jar for $55. We’ve seen this around the parks before, but now we’re happy to see it online! Jungle Cruise Cookie Jar at Disney Home Click here to go wild with the Jungle Cruise cookie jar! Or you can keep your food fresh with a budget-friendly and SUPER cute set of two Mickey Mouse Bag Clips. ©shopDisney These kitchen accessories cost $6.99 and are a little but fun way to Disney-fy your home! Snap up these Mickey Mouse Bag Clips here! And if you’re a Disney dog lover, chances are you’re already accessorizing your kitchen with these dog bowls. Complete your set with some super cute 101 Dalmatians salt and pepper shakers featuring Patch and Rolly! We think salt and pepper is PERFECT for black and white dalmatians, after all! ©shopDisney And these can be all yours for $24.99! Click here to season in style with these salt and pepper shakers! It may be too soon to scoop these up for the holidays online, but if you get Disney gift cards, well…let’s just say we’re spending ours ALREADY! Champagne Minnie Ears Have FINALLY Arrived 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! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you have any Disney kitchen accessories? Let us know in the comments! The post Make Your Kitchen Magical With These Disney Kitchen Accessories! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: YAY! TONS of Disney’s Adorable Character-Themed Cooking Accessories Are Now Available Online! This NEW Inside Out Romper Has Us Feeling All Kinds of Interesting Emotions… Disney Just Released a Fly New Mickey Collection That’s Made With Recycled Plastic Bottles! View the full article

The tourism machine is still churning this holiday season at Orlando’s theme parks, despite warnings from medical experts that the coronavirus has reached a critical point in the United States. View the full article

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It certainly is a magical time of year, but even more so when you get to spend a moment of it with a Disney Princess! Belle is here to share a winter tale that she wrote as a present to Beast. And thanks to a little modern magic many of you actually helped shape the final telling.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/afLjSvTFppc View the full article

Something NEW has washed ashore at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! ‘Olu Mel is the newest addition to the Duffy and Friends gang at Disney Parks. The whole group has been seen on merchandise like Loungefly backpacks and (slightly creepy) headbands. The cutie pie turtle is now the star of his very own Loungefly backpack! ‘Olu Mel merch started to arrive at the Polynesian when Aulani, A Disney Resort and Spa remained closed. Florida visitors now have a chance to snag some of his souvenirs as the shipments keep rolling in! The new Loungefly backpack features ‘Olu in his straw sun hat and tiki button-up for a day at the beach. ‘Olu Mel Backpack The backpack also has a special ukulele dangling from the front zipper… ‘Olu Mel Backpack …and the same ukulele printed on the inside of the bag. You can also see ‘Olu making music with a conch shell! ‘Olu Mel Backpack The back even has a hidden Mickey! ‘Olu Mel Backpack You can find the backpack at the Polynesian gift shop, BouTiki, for $80. We’ll be back to the tropical paradise to see if we spot any new souvenirs featuring Duffy and the gang! Check out the new ‘Lady and the Tramp’ dog Spirit Jersey from Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you a fan of Duffy and Friends? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney’s NEW Loungefly Backpack Stars the Ukulele Protege ‘Olu Mel! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: TONS of New Duffy and Friends Merch Has Landed at Disney World! PHOTOS: The NEW Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar Collection from SHAG is Selling Out Quickly in Disney World! Stop What You’re Doing Because Disney World Has Platform Crocs You’ll Need to See to Believe! View the full article

2020 is about to get a whole lot better with the (soft) opening of Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs! Gideon’s Bakehouse With Its New Sign We’ve been anxiously awaiting the opening of this new store — watching construction, checking job postings, and speculating about a possible opening date. With delicious baked goods and fun offerings like hot cookie hour, you can’t really blame us for being this excited! With the news that Gideon’s Bakehouse would be offering holiday cookies THIS YEAR, we knew that an opening date or at least a soft opening date was coming soon, and now we know exactly when that exciting day will be! Today, Gideon’s Bakehouse announced via their Instagram that they will enter “soft opening mode” on December 23rd at 10 AM. AND THE COOKIE GODS REJOICED! Peanut Butter Vanilla Crisp Cookie Gideon’s has invited guests to come and refine their craft, get to know their ovens, “gain speed when making your Peanut Butter Cold Brew,” and get cozy in their “hauntingly new space.” Gargoyle! The “Official” Grand Opening will take place in the New Year, so we’ll be on the lookout for more details on that. Triple Chocolate Cookie from Gideon’s Bakehouse — East End Market Location We don’t know about you, but we are SO READY for Gideon’s Bakehouse to open in Disney Springs! You know that we’ll be there on their soft opening day to eat ALL THE COOKIES, take lots of pictures, and give you all the details. If you want to make sure you get the latest updates on all things Disney Springs, keep checking DFB! Take a look at the cookies that will be on the menu at Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited about Gideon’s Bakehouse opening in Disney Springs? Tell us in the comments! The post NEWS: Gideon's Bakehouse Will Soft Open TOMORROW in Disney Springs (And We're Doing a Cookie Dance)! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: PHOTOS: A Mysterious Gargoyle Has Landed at Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs! TONS of Holiday Treats Are Coming to Disney Springs! Check Them Out HERE! So. Many. Cookies. Get a FIRST LOOK at the Menu for Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs! View the full article

Guests staying at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa might run into a few changes soon. Paddock Pool at Saratoga Springs Today, Disney announced that the Paddock Pool waterslide will close for refurbishment soon and the work will affect several nearby areas of the resort. This refurb comes shortly after work started to wrap up on the Keister Coaster slide at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn. Let’s see what’s going down at Saratoga Springs! According to Disney’s Saratoga Springs pools page, the closure of the Paddock Pool waterslide will begin this winter. Though Paddock Pool will remain open for the majority of the work, some other areas will close. Saratoga Springs For instance, the bridge connecting The Paddock to other resort areas will also temporarily close. The announcement notes, “Guests can board the resort shuttle or follow posted signage for alternative routes around the lake while the bridge is under refurbishment.” Paddock Grill During this time, guests can also head to enjoy the other pools at Saratoga Springs: the High Rocks Spring feature pool and waterslide, as well as two leisure pools at the resort. Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa We’ll be checking in on this project regularly and will let you know when it kicks off, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates! Click here to see the updated BoardWalk Inn waterslide! 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! Preorder 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. Staying at Saratoga Springs soon? Tell us in the comments! The post ANOTHER Disney World Pool Will See Major Refurbishments! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Coronado Springs, Old Key West, and Saratoga Springs Resorts: Spicy Firecracker Shrimp and ADORABLE Disney Parks Watches! What’s New at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort: Mickey Birthday Treats! Review: DELICIOUS Peanut Butter Chocolate Bullseye Cupcake in Disney World View the full article

Disney's Blizzard Beach water park will reopen March4 , ending an almost yearlong shutdown to the coronavirus pandemic. View the full article

We’ve seen A LOT of merch repping our favorite Disney canines and felines in the parks lately! ©Disney We’re not complaining! We love to see our furry friends have their moment in the sun. We found a Cat and Dog raincoat and Loungelfly collection recently and Disney is releasing even more goodies on December 28th. We don’t have to wait that long for some new pet souvenirs! A Lady and the Tramp dog Spirit Jersey has arrived at Disney World! Lady and the Tramp celebrated its 65th Anniversary this year. You can commemorate the occasion with this new Spirit Jersey from the Emporium in the Magic Kingdom. We’ve seen the pet Spirit Jerseys before and we really love the idea of dressing up our fur-babies in the latest Disney trends! Lady and the Tramp Pet Spirit Jersey The pic illustrates the two pups in the classic scene where they share spaghetti under the night sky. They Call it Bella Notteeee The Dog Spirit Jersey comes in a variety of sizes and costs $36.99. Head to the Emporium for all your doggo Spirit Jersey needs. And, keep an eye out for more pet merch! There will plenty more to come real soon! See all the Disney Dog and Cat merchandise coming soon! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think of the new Spirit Jersey? Would you dress up your canine cutie in this outfit? The post More Pet Merch?? A ‘Lady and the Tramp’ Dog Spirit Jersey Has Arrived at Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: One of the Most Colorful Spirit Jerseys EVER Has Made Its Debut in Disney World! Where To Find The Most UNIQUE Shopping in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! What’s New at Magic Kingdom: a Weird Blue Pluto, an Updated Character Sighting, and Bwana Bob’s BACK! View the full article

We know when we’ll be sliding through a Disney World water park once again! Summit Plummet ©Disney Back in September, Disney announced that neither Disney World water park would reopen until at least March 2021. Now, we know which water park will reopen on March 7th! Disney just announced that Cast Members will be returning to Disney’s Blizzard Beach in the coming weeks to prepare for the reopening on March 7th, 2021. Blizzard Beach Water Park In the initial announcement, Disney explained that only one water park will open on this date; so it seems Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon may remain closed for longer. Typhoon Lagoon It does make sense that Blizzard Beach will reopen as April 1st marks its 25th anniversary! We can’t wait to be slipping and sliding through this melty Florida ski resort again. Information on park pass reservations for the water parks has not been shared at this time. Blizzard Beach We’ll be keeping a close eye out for more Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon news, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest updates! Click here to learn more about the reopening of the water park! 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! Preorder 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 heading to a reopened Blizzard Beach? Tell us in the comments! The post NEWS! We Now Know WHICH Disney World Water Park Will Reopen March 7, 2021! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disney World Water Parks Won’t Open Until 2021 Three 2021 Dates You NEED to Know If You’re a Disney World Fan! Disney World Park Hours Have Been Released Through March 6th! View the full article