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There are lots of projects going on at Disneyland Paris right now! ©Disney At last week’s IAAPA expo, we got several updates on the ongoing projects, including Hotel New York — Art of Marvel and Avengers Campus. However, the park has also had some difficulties recently, as the park didn’t achieve net positive contribution in Q4 and recently had to close its gates again due to a nationwide lockdown in France. Even with all of this, we’ve just received positive news from Disneyland Paris, as we recently got an update on construction for the new Cars Route 66 Road Trip attraction! Cars Route 66 Road Trip is set to debut in Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris in 2021, and will be a family-friendly journey through the many roadside attractions of Route 66. The loading station for this attraction is halfway through construction, and is the first building constructed outside of the current perimeter of Walt Disney Studios Park. ©Disney Guests will enter the station through a tourist booth, complete with Route 66 memorabilia! Once this attraction is completed, it will be connected to the Toy Story Playland section of the park via a new road. ©Disney Cars Route 66 Road Trip is the first step in expanding Walt Disney Studios Park. Based on what we’ve seen so far, we’re expecting this attraction to be lots of fun, and filled with several great Imagineering details! Keep checking DFB for the latest in news on both the domestic and international Disney Parks! Read More About Disneyland Paris Re-Closing 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! 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 visited Disneyland Paris? Let us know in the comments! The post PICS! Rev Up Your Engines and Check Out the New 'Cars' Attraction Coming to 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 Disneyland Paris Will Feature Frozen and Star Wars Celebrations in 2020! It’s Costing Disney HOW MUCH To Close The Theme Parks?! View the full article

The Castle of Magical Dreams debuted at Hong Kong Disneyland Park, inspired by the stories of some of Disney’s most iconic princesses and queens. The park’s beautiful new centerpiece can now be a centerpiece in your home with Disney Paper Parks: Castle of Magical Dreams, printable activity sheets to build the new castle out of paper and celebrate the 15th anniversary of Hong Kong Disneyland. There are two sets of activity sheets available to download – an advanced version and a simpler version. The Castle of Magical Dreams is so impressive, you can pick the option that works best for you and your family. The activity sheets require the use of scissors, glue and folding along dotted lines in specific directions. For best results, we recommend printing the activity sheets at their actual size, not scaling them to fit the page. We also recommend adult participation or supervision for those with little ones to help make this great activity even more enjoyable. Disney Paper Parks: Castle of Magical Dreams was created by Imagineers Kelly Willis, Stephanie Jazmines and Amy Young. By downloading Disney Paper Parks, you acknowledge and agree that these materials are being provided to you for personal, non-commercial use. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/rSTD6h7JplsView the full article

Are you ready for more holiday cheer? Disney’s Yacht Club Resort We made our way to the surrounding EPCOT resorts to check out Christmas decorations and fun new arrivals! Check out what we found at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resort, Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort, Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, and more! Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resort Food Updates Martha’s Vineyard A new cocktail has arrived just in time for the holidays! The Candy Cane Martini is a festive peppermint drink that we’ll be trying out soon. Stay tuned for our review of this tempting holiday drink! Candy Cane Martini The Market at Ale and Compass Holiday treats have arrived at the Yacht Club marketplace! We reviewed them at Beach Club and the treats have made their way to the Yacht Club side. Vegan and Gluten-Free Peppermint Brownie The Yacht & Beach Club both have a beautiful Gingerbread Carousel for sale! The bakers only make 5 a day for each location so they are fresh and most likely sell out fast! Mini Gingerbread Carousel Check out the holiday treats available at the Yacht and Beach Club marketplaces here! Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resort Atmosphere Update Christmas Decorations The holidays have moved into both resorts! Each resort has a custom theme, but the overall feeling of jaunty cruises on the beach is present at both places. The Yacht Club features sailboats perched in Christmas trees… Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Decorations …and the classy Beach Club is decorated with starfish and ocean elements! Disney’s Beach Club Resort Each hotel lobby is a spectacle and worth visiting! Check out all the Christmas decorations at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club! Disney’s BoardWalk Food Update BoardWalk Bakery One of our favorite bakeries on Disney property has a new sandwich just waiting for us to try! We recently tried a few Christmas treats from the bakery and now it’s time for something savory. We’ll be making our rounds to the bakery for a review of the Jersey Style Italian Hoagie very soon! BoardWalk Bakery Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Merchandise Update Screen Door General Store We spotted the new hand sanitizers that we first saw at Downtown Disney in Disneyland! The cuties come inspired by all different characters like Minnie Mouse… Minnie Hand Sanitizer …Stitch… Hand Sanitizer …and Ariel! Hand Sanitizer There are so many more sanitizers to choose from too! Check out all the new hand sanitizers from Downtown Disney here! We also found this incredibly awesome and flashy Stitch windbreaker at the Screen Door! The bright jacket shows Stitch hanging out in a constellation and Saturn. Stitch Windbreaker This funky piece of merchandise is $39.99 and was also spotted at World of Disney. Check out the new Stitch Windbreaker here! The new Disney Park Pal Collectabuilds have made their way from Disneyland too! Each set comes complete with a collectible Disney character and a Disney park attraction vehicle that you build using the box! Collectabuilds The Collectabuilds are $9.99 each. Check out the new Disney Pal Collectabuilds from Downtown Disney here! Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food Update Fuel A few foodie updates from the market inside the Dolphin Resort! Soft Serve is available, but it’s not currently on display. An employee will fill you up with as much chocolate, vanilla, and dole whip as you like! Fuel Soft Serve Candy is available pre-packaged for now. The self-serve element has been temporarily suspended for the time being. Prepackaged Candy We also discovered the market also sells Frontera Cocina chips and salsa! This is super fun because the restaurant is located in Disney Springs. Frontera Chips and Salsa Now there’s no need to drive to Springs for your salsa fix! Chill The Caramel Apple Pie Shot has returned to the Swan’s frozen beverage location. The shot comes with brown sugar bourbon, allspice dram, fresh apple cider, topped with whipped cream, and caramel for $4! Apple Pie Shot P.S. Did you know that you can grab a postcard from either the Swan and Dolphin and send them to your loved ones? It’s a super cute way to say that you’re thinking of your friends and family while on vacation! Swan and Dolphin Postcard That’s all the fun for now! We’ll be back to the BoardWalk area real soon for food, merchandise, and more updates! Take a look at our recent adventure to Disney’s Animal Kingdom 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! 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’s your favorite resort on the BoardWalk? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at the EPCOT Resorts: A Funky Stitch Windbreaker, an Epic New Sandwich, and Disney Hand Sanitizers! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Disney World’s Epcot Resort Area? Let’s Check In! What’s New at the Epcot Area Resorts — Menu Changes, Skyliner Construction, Independence Day Merch, and More! BREAKING NEWS: These Disney World Restaurants Will Be OPEN Starting June 22nd! View the full article

It’s a BIG week in Disney World, and now there’s a new guide map in EPCOT to celebrate some of the festivities. EPCOT Map What festivities you ask? Well, it’s Thanksgiving Week and the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays kicks off THIS FRIDAY! The new map commemorates the fest, so let’s take a look inside! The updated map itself shows you how to make your way around EPCOT, both Future World and World Showcase! While most of the information inside is the same, it has been updated a bit to include Festival of the Holidays information. EPCOT Map As always, you can find references to the official Disney mobile apps… EPCOT Map …as well as all of the attractions, shopping, and dining options in the parks. EPCOT Map The EPCOT map also has an Ignite Your Imagination section with some favorites from the park and the usual Tips & Information section. EPCOT Map And of course, there’s an Important Notice on the back to remind guests of the health and safety warnings and measures for their visit. EPCOT Map We are eager to kick off the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays this week and we’re excited that the map is getting the festival party started! Don’t forget to follow along for our reviews of ALL the food at the fest! Click here to learn everything you need to know about the Festival of the Holidays! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2020 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2020 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2020 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to Order your 2020 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! ALL the Holiday Treats in Disney World This Year (With Reviews!) Disney World’s 2020 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Has Been Canceled Photos! The Holiday Season Has Begun in Disney World! Disney World’s 2020 Candlelight Processional in EPCOT Has Been Canceled EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays Is Returning to Disney World This November! Disney World Will Have NO Gingerbread Displays in Hotels This Holiday Season! Check Out Cinderella Castle's NEW Holiday Projections For the Holidays! Here’s ALL of the Christmas Entertainment Coming to Disney World This Year! Photos! Check Out This Year's Christmas Tree Stroll in Disney Springs! We Reviewed the New Minnie’s Holiday Dine at Hollywood & Vine in Disney’s Hollywood Studios What do you think of the new EPCOT map? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: The 2020 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Guide Map Is Now Available first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays Is Returning to Disney World This November! Here’s ALL the Live Entertainment Coming to EPCOT This Holiday Season The 4 Most Unexpected EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Changes This Year! View the full article

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It’s almost here… the 2020 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays kicks off on Friday, November 27th, and the park is preparing for the big celebration! Christmas Tree in EPCOT Though we have seen seasonal decorations going up all around the park in recent days, we saw a very special one today made just for the upcoming event. There is a brand new sign now in place for the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays! The logo for the Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays practically glows in gold as it stands in Future World. EPCOT Festival of the Holidays sign Looks like a few of our favorite Disney pals are as excited as we are, as Goofy and Donald are featured on the left and right of the signage, with Mickey and Minnie taking center stage. You can spy Pluto and Dale in there, too, with a closer look! EPCOT Festival of the Holidays sign Of course, in the upper left of the center frame is a little reminder that the Festival is “Coming Soon,” with the dates of November 27 – December 30 listed in the corner. EPCOT Festival of the Holidays sign It’s a terrific reminder that we’re just days away now from the Festival’s Holiday Kitchens, live entertainment, Holiday Cookie Stroll, and MUCH more! See the MENUS for the Holiday Kitchens at the Festival of the Holidays here! We can hardly wait… and we hope you’ll be joining us THIS FRIDAY right here on the DFB as we bring you ALL of the FOOD and FUN that will make up the 2020 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays!! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2020 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2020 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2020 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to Order your 2020 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! ALL the Holiday Treats in Disney World This Year (With Reviews!) Disney World’s 2020 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Has Been Canceled Photos! The Holiday Season Has Begun in Disney World! Disney World’s 2020 Candlelight Processional in EPCOT Has Been Canceled EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays Is Returning to Disney World This November! Disney World Will Have NO Gingerbread Displays in Hotels This Holiday Season! Check Out Cinderella Castle's NEW Holiday Projections For the Holidays! Here’s ALL of the Christmas Entertainment Coming to Disney World This Year! Photos! Check Out This Year's Christmas Tree Stroll in Disney Springs! We Reviewed the New Minnie’s Holiday Dine at Hollywood & Vine in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Are you going to the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays this year? Please let us know with a comment! The post PHOTOS: A New Sign is UP for the 2020 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The 2020 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Booth MENUS Are HERE! What’s New at Epcot This Week: Guardians of the Galaxy and Ratatouille Construction, Mission Space Restaurant, Cuties, and Christmas Kringla! Don’t Miss This BONUS Gingerbread Display in Disney World! (It’s Pretty Impressive.) View the full article

The holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year for Walt Disney World! Holiday Crowds People travel from all over to check out the Christmas decorations, the holiday snacks, and Mickey and friends dressed in their festive best! During this time when many guests have extra days off of work, the parks can get pretty crowded, and it can be more difficult to plan your trip. That’s why we’ve been trying to keep our readers updated on the latest in Disney Park Pass availability, and today we’ve got lots to share! Checking out the latest Disney Park Pass availability for the rest of 2020, we’re definitely noticing some interesting trends. For resort guests in November, only Animal Kingdom and EPCOT still have availability for this week (keep in mind that many people have the week off for Thanksgiving). There’s pretty limited availability through the rest of the month as well. ©Disney For Annual Passholders this month, 5 days of this next week are completely full! The remaining days don’t have many options, as EPCOT is currently the only choice for this upcoming Tuesday and Sunday. ©Disney Regular ticket holders have the choice of visiting either EPCOT or Animal Kingdom this week, adding Magic Kingdom to that list next week. Hollywood Studios is completely full for all three guest types for the rest of this month! ©Disney Looking forward to December, Magic Kingdom has been completely booked for Christmas Day — no surprise there! For Resort Guests, December is filling up on the weekends, although there’s still pretty open availability for Christmas week. The week after Christmas is losing availability quickly, though. ©Disney Annual Passholders are pretty booked up for the first half of the month, but we see a lot more options in the second half of the month. ©Disney Finally, ticket guests in December see very similar availability to that of December resort guests, including several options during Christmas week! ©Disney Hopefully, this look at Disney’s Park Pass availability will help you finalize your Disney World plans for this year! Remember that if a date isn’t available currently, you can always keep checking back to see if the calendar updates as Disney may add more availability. We’ll make sure to continue sharing any significant changes we see with Disney Park Pass in order to help you prepare for your magical vacation! With Park Hopping Returning in 2021, Which Park Should You Start Your Day In? Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2020 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2020 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2020 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to Order your 2020 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! ALL the Holiday Treats in Disney World This Year (With Reviews!) Disney World’s 2020 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Has Been Canceled Photos! The Holiday Season Has Begun in Disney World! Disney World’s 2020 Candlelight Processional in EPCOT Has Been Canceled EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays Is Returning to Disney World This November! Disney World Will Have NO Gingerbread Displays in Hotels This Holiday Season! Check Out Cinderella Castle's NEW Holiday Projections For the Holidays! Here’s ALL of the Christmas Entertainment Coming to Disney World This Year! Photos! Check Out This Year's Christmas Tree Stroll in Disney Springs! We Reviewed the New Minnie’s Holiday Dine at Hollywood & Vine in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Will you be visiting Walt Disney World before the end of 2020? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney World Park Passes Are Filling Up for the Rest of 2020! See the Availability Here! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: One Month Later: The 6 BIGGEST Changes Disney World Has Made Since The Reopening HEADS UP PASSHOLDERS! It’s Time To Book Your Thanksgiving Park Passes in Disney World! Answers To 5 Big Annual Passholder Questions About The Disney World Park Pass System View the full article

Last week, Buena Vista Street reopened at Disneyland Resort for shopping and dining, and we got to walk around and get a great view of the progress that’s been made on Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Park. Avengers Campus Although the park and Avengers Campus can’t fully open to guests right now, Spider-Man fans will soon get the chance to purchase some unique Avengers Campus merchandise! Earlier today, Disney shared that the NEW Spider-Bots developed by The Worldwide Engineering Brigade (WEB), which were set to be released in Avengers Campus, will be available for purchase in the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort, at both World of Disney and Disneyland Resort Backlot Premiere Shop beginning December 4th. Spider-Bot © Disney The Spider-Bots are the perfect superhero companion! They can crawl backward and forward, crouch, spin 360°, stare down with their laser eyes, attack other Spider-Bots, and blast off their shields. You’ll be able to battle friends, control your bot with a remote control, and use all kinds of combat and defensive abilities to try and emerge victorious. Check out the video below to see ALL the cool things they can do!  Along with the Spider-Bots, the latest apparel from The Worldwide Engineering Brigade (WEB) will also be available in Downtown Disney. WEB Spider Bots If you’re an Annual Passholder, you’ll definitely want to make a reservation for a special upcoming, limited-quantity pre-sale event in Downtown Disney District that will take place from November 30th through December 3rd. During that pre-sale event, Passholders may also find special Avengers Campus merchandise available before the land opens! You can head over to the Annual Passholder Facebook page beginning November 25th for more information. WEB Spider-Bot backpack We’ll keep an eye out for more information and let you know what we find. If you’re a Marvel fan, Spider-Man fan, or just a fan of all things Disney, this is something you’ll totally want to check out! Click here to read more about Avengers Campus! 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 do you think of this cool new toy? Let us know if you’ll be trying to grab one of these when they release at Disneyland Resort! The post NEWS: Spider-Bots and More Avengers Campus Merch Will Be Available Soon at Disneyland Resort! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: ABC Disney Items Spotted in Disneyland — But With NEW Designs?! PHOTOS: First Look at a Reopened Downtown Disney at Disneyland Resort What’s New at Downtown Disney: Baby Yoda Pez Dispenser, Haunted Mansion Dioramas, and Pumpkin Spice Churros! View the full article

We’ve got some bittersweet news for you today. ©Disney Famous Walt Disney Imagineer Joe Rohde has announced his retirement from the Walt Disney Company. You know him from projects such as Animal Kingdom and Aulani — and now, he’s moving on. Rohde has been an integral piece of Disney creative teams since he worked as a model designer for an in-development EPCOT park in 1982. He has become a staple of the company and to Disney fans thanks to his unique personality (the Rohde earring!) and his undeniably genius approach to creativity. ©Joe Rohde In his statement about his retirement, Rohde said, “It has been 40 years since I stepped foot in the door at age 25, not knowing anything about theme parks, Disney, or what it meant to work for a big company. Every day of my life since then has been a learning experience.” Joe Rohde Sketch Rohde’s retirement officially kicks in on January 4th. Imagineers have reached out to express their well wishes to the 65-year-old icon who hopes to move on to other travels and creative ventures in his retirement. Imagineer Zach Riddley noted, “Joe has spent his career mentoring and advising all of those he works with and I know that he’ll continue to do that until Jauary 4th and beyond.” Joe Rohde ©Disney On why he’s retiring, Rohde says, “…40 years is a long time, and this strange quiet time seems like a great opportunity to slip away without too much disruption. If I wait, I will once again be in the middle of another huge project, and by the time that is done, I would be truly old. I’m not that old yet and there are things I want to do that cannot be done here.” We’re certainly sad to see that Rohde is moving on from Disney, but it gives us the chance to look back at some of his most iconic projects. Could you imagine a Disney World nowadays without Animal Kingdom? Neither could we. Tree of Life Rohde mentions that he intends to continue to be active on Instagram interacting with fans and enthusiasts, “I will still be here. And I will still be thinking about things, and doing things, and talking about things… Because that’s kind of what I do.” We’ll definitely continue to follow along with the ruminations of this very cool dude. © Disney Finally, Rohde gives thanks to those who helped to enable his success and journey saying, “I mentioned in my departure note and I will mention here again the tremendous debt that I owe to our guests and our fans who have been so generous. Working as an Imagineer has made me a good designer, but it is all of you who have made me a better person.” We’ll be sure to report in on any news about Rohde’s retirement and future plans so stay tuned! Want to watch some of Rohde’s own content? 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! 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. How do you feel about Rohde’s retirement? Tell us in the comments! The post NEWS: Imagineer Joe Rohde Announces Retirement from the Walt Disney Company first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disney Parks Around the World Say Thanks to Healthcare Workers Adventure Is Out There with the NEW Joe Rohde Designer Ears Available Now! Animal Kingdom’s Annual Party for the Planet to Feature Tiffins Talks, Joe Rohde, and More! View the full article

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Joe Rohde, mastermind behind planning and development of Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park, is retiring from Walt Disney Imagineering. View the full article

While Avengers Campus at the Disneyland Resort will open to aspiring Super Heroes at a future top-secret date, Peter Parker has already begun testing his latest prototype: Spider-Bots! As revealed at the D23 Expo last year, The Worldwide Engineering Brigade or as the kids call it, WEB, is devoted to empowering the next generation of heroes with cutting edge technologies – like Spider-Bots. While we look forward to inviting you to our WEB open house in the future, for now, you can get your hands on your very own Spider-Bot! Spider-Bots and the latest WEB apparel from Avengers Campus will be available in the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort, at both World of Disney and Disneyland Resort Backlot Premiere Shop beginning Dec. 4. Every Super Hero needs a friendly sidekick to help protect their neighborhood. These Spider-Bots put you in control of the action to battle opponents with programmed combat and defensive abilities. They can crawl backward and forward, crouch, spin 360°, stare down with their laser eyes, attack opponent Spider-Bots and even blast off their shields. Check out the video below to learn how you can swing into action with your very own Spider-Bot. So, while we anxiously await the opening of Avengers Campus, you now have the opportunity to own a piece of Super Hero invention – a must-have for the holidays if you ask me! If you’re an Annual Passholder, you’ll have an opportunity to make a reservation for a special upcoming, limited-quantity pre-sale event in the Downtown Disney District from Nov. 30 through Dec. 3. During this special pre-sale event, you may also find special Avengers Campus merchandise available to you before the land opens. So, head on over to the Annual Passholder Facebook page beginning Nov. 25 for more information. Stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for all things Avengers Campus and happy holidays, recruits! http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/fnkQEgPcO7UView the full article

One of the best things about a vacation (or worst things, depending on who you ask) is the photos! Disney Springs Disney’s got some great ways to capture amazing vacation pics, one of them being their PhotoPass service! We’ve seen tons of fun PhotoPass opportunities pop up around the parks (including a Baby Yoda photo), and it’s always nice to have some unique family pictures, especially during the holidays. Today, we noticed a super cool photo spot had returned to Magic Kingdom, and it’ll make you feel like royalty! Today, while making our way through Fantasyland in Disney’s Magic Kingdom, we spotted something that we haven’t seen in a while — Cinderella’s Carriage! Cinderella’s Carriage Hanging out by one of the walls in Fantasyland, this stunning mode of transportation was on display as part of a PhotoPass opportunity! We’ve seen this photo op in the parks before, but it’s been a while. Cinderella’s Carriage Typically, when the coach shows up for pictures, it’s only for a limited amount of time, so make sure to hurry over to Magic Kingdom if you want to add this to your camera roll! A PhotoPass Cast Member was out taking photos when we were around this morning. Cinderella’s Carriage PhotoPass Check out the video of Cindy’s fabulous ride below! We’ll be on the lookout for more unique PhotoPass shots, especially as the holiday crowds increase during Thanksgiving week! Stay tuned to DFB for the latest in coverage from the Disney World parks! Check Out this List of 10 Souvenirs We Don’t Regret Buying! 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 seen this photo op before? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: The Cinderella's Carriage Photo Op Has Returned to Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Annual Passholders Can Celebrate the Holidays with Exclusive Photo Ops in Disney World! What’s New in Magic Kingdom — An Epic Sundae, New Jewelry, and Haunted Mansion Merch! What’s New in Magic Kingdom — Halloween Treats, Rainbow Glow Cubes, Construction Updates, and MORE! View the full article

Are you ready for Christmas… ON THE SEA and AT THE BEACH?! Disney’s Yacht Club Resort We sure hope so, because we’re taking YOU on a photo tour to see all of the nautical holiday decorations at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts! From the bright and airy Beach Club to the nautical and stately Yacht Club, we hope you’ll enjoy all of the ocean-inspired holiday decorations! Disney’s Beach Club Resort We’re starting our tour at the Beach Club, where the light and airy feel of the lobby is complemented with glistening white lights and pastel ornaments on the greenery. Disney’s Beach Club Resort Decorations Disney’s Beach Club Resort Decorations Large flowers are one of the first features to greet the eye at a glance. Disney’s Beach Club Resort Decorations Looking closely, you’ll see that they are joined by everything from coral to starfish to seahorses in light pinks and blues. Disney’s Beach Club Resort Decorations Disney’s Beach Club Resort Decorations A bold piece on the main Christmas tree is a boat’s wheel tucked within the decorations! Disney’s Beach Club Resort Decorations And that is as good a segue as any to bring us to our next destination… Disney’s Yacht Club Resort The nautical nods continue just steps away at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort! Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Decorations Bold blues and golds, along with touches of silver, provide the primary color scheme. Disney’s Yacht Club Decorations Disney’s Yacht Club Decorations Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Decorations Here, of course, “Merry Time, ” as they say, is celebrated with models of sailboats decorating the Christmas tree and large wreaths. Disney’s Yacht Club Decorations Disney’s Yacht Club Decorations Disney’s Yacht Club Decorations And that tree certainly is a stunner! Disney’s Yacht Club Decorations Kind of makes you want to spend the season out on the water, doesn’t it? Well, guess what? It turns out we’re not the only ones who feel that way… See Santa and Mrs. Claus SAILING in Disney Springs! And if you’d like to see even more of the gorgeous holiday decorations around Disney World Resort hotels this year, you can visit Disney’s BoardWalk Inn by clicking here, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge by clicking here, and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort by clicking here! And, of course, stay tuned for LOTS MORE festive FUN here on the DFB as the season continues! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2020 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2020 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2020 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to Order your 2020 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! ALL the Holiday Treats in Disney World This Year (With Reviews!) Disney World’s 2020 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Has Been Canceled Photos! The Holiday Season Has Begun in Disney World! Disney World’s 2020 Candlelight Processional in EPCOT Has Been Canceled EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays Is Returning to Disney World This November! Disney World Will Have NO Gingerbread Displays in Hotels This Holiday Season! Check Out Cinderella Castle's NEW Holiday Projections For the Holidays! Here’s ALL of the Christmas Entertainment Coming to Disney World This Year! Photos! Check Out This Year's Christmas Tree Stroll in Disney Springs! We Reviewed the New Minnie’s Holiday Dine at Hollywood & Vine in Disney’s Hollywood Studios What is your favorite Disney World Resort hotel? Please let us know with a comment! The post PHOTOS: It's A Holiday Décor Tour at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Cabana Construction Updates At Disney World’s Stormalong Bay Pool Menu Updates At Disney World’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts (Including a NEW Shipwreck Burger!) THESE Are The Disney World Hotels You HAVE to Stay In For Your First Galaxy’s Edge Visit!! View the full article

When you’re visiting Magic Kingdom, every minute matters! If you’re looking to do it all in a single day, eating on-the-go is a great way to maximize your time in between attractions, cavalcades, and more! Cinderella Castle As Disney World continues its phased reopening, more dining locations have been reopening and expanding their menu. Now, a popular Counter Service spot has brought back their breakfast menu! While we were walking through Magic Kingdom this morning, we noticed that Friar’s Nook was open for breakfast service! Friar’s Nook After speaking with a Cast Member, we learned that breakfast at Friar’s Nook will now be served from 9AM-11AM daily. Their breakfast menu is currently the same as it was before with no new additions at this time. Current breakfast menu at Friar’s Nook If your have a healthy appetite first thing in the morning, you can pick up their Breakfast Sandwich, which comes with bacon, egg, and cheddar cheese served on a multigrain croissant. The sandwich comes with potato barrels on the side, and it all costs $8.79. Breakfast Sandwich As you may already know, Friar’s Nook is THE place to be if you’re a fan of loaded tots. Luckily you can get their tasty Sausage and Gravy Tots in the AM once again for $5.49. Sausage and Gravy Tots Finally, for something a little sweeter, you can pick up some Cinnamon-Sugar Doughnuts for $4.99. Cinnamon-Sugar Doughnuts We’ll keep checking in on the various dining locations across Magic Kingdom and the rest of Disney World for more developments on menu changes, additions, and more! Click here to check out Crystal Palace’s menu when it reopens in December! 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. Where is your favorite place to eat breakfast in Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post Friar’s Nook is Serving Up Breakfast Once Again In Magic Kingdom! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: FULL Review: Breakfast at Caribbean Beach Resort’s Centertown Market in Disney World Maurice’s Amazing Popcorn Machine in Magic Kingdom Has MOVED! Find Out Where Its Rolled To HERE! Review! Check Out This Classic Combo With a FROSTY Twist in Disney World! 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. We’re not QUITE stressed about holiday shopping just yet — and that’s because we’ve gotten a head start! ©Disney You can get going on the gift search too since there are some GREAT deals going on right now — especially on Disney merchandise. We’ve been taking you through the 12 Days of DFB Christmas and we have shared TONS of useful gift guides and now there’s ANOTHER round of deals on official Disney merchandise as part of the Magical Savings event! The theme for this final sale in the Magical Savings series is Cars and Frozen merchandise! You better hurry though, this extra 20% offer ends Tuesday! There are some seriously great gift options for kiddos in your life too. ©Disney Check out the Arendelle Castle Play Set for $119.95. Wowza! We definitely know some littles in our life who would LOVE to see this under the tree on Christmas morning. Click here to buy the Arendelle Castle Play Set! If you’re looking for a more practical gift, you can also snag these pretty Anna and Elsa PJ PALS for Girls. ©Disney This sweet set is available for $14 BEFORE the discount! Want to buy the Anna and Elsa PJ PALS for Girls? Click here! If you’ve got an Elsa fan in your life (Who doesn’t?), the Elsa the Snow Queen Plush Doll for $14 might be the perfect gift. ©Disney And there’s lots more Frozen merchandise where that came from! To buy the Elsa the Snow Queen Plush Doll, click here! But let’s not skimp out on the cool Cars merch! Get cozy with this Lightning McQueen Pajama Set for Boys for $16! ©Disney Maybe this will help the “race” through a bedtime routine be just a little bit faster. Click here to buy the Lightning McQueen Pajama Set for Boys! Or grab your little racer the Lightning McQueen Remote Control Vehicle for $22. ©Disney And yes, there are a LOT more Cars options too! Want to buy the Lightning McQueen Remote Control Vehicle? Click here! You can snag all of these FUN Frozen and Cars items and more with an extra 20% OFF on shopDisney right now by using the code MAGIC at checkout. Christmas will be here before ya know it, so you better get shopping! Click here to learn more about the Magical Savings event! 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 snagging anything as a part of this deal? Tell us in the comments! The post Save BIG on 'Cars' and 'Frozen' Merchandise Online With Disney's Latest Discount Code! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: DISCOUNT TIME! You Can Score BIG Savings with These New shopDisney Holiday Sales! Lots of NEW Collections Are Taking Over shopDisney This Fall! Check Them Out Here! Here’s How to Save 50% Off Select Frozen Merchandise RIGHT NOW! View the full article

Disney Cruise Line and many other cruise companies have delayed, suspended, or canceled sailings through the end of 2020 due to the global health crisis. Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Dream, 2018 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a “no sail order” in March that suspended sailings. The ban was extended then expired on October 31st, 2020. While there is no issued mandate, the CDC stated a warning that sailing is a level 4 “high-risk” and should be avoided. Disney canceled sailings through December 2020 and is once again extending cancelations. Disney Cruise Line has made the decision to extend the suspension of departures through January 31st, 2021. Sailings are canceled onboard the Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, and Disney Dream through February 1st and the Disney Fantasy through February 6th. ©Disney Guests booked on suspended or canceled sailings who have paid their reservation in full will be offered the choice of a cruise credit to be used for a future cruise vacation or a full refund. Guests who have not paid their reservations in full will automatically receive a refund. You can see a full list of the affected sailings below. ©Disney Guests with pre-existing bookings can take advantage of the temporary cruise date flexibility policy and modify their reservation up to 15 days before their departure date without penalty. The “flexible dates” policy is applicable through March 31st, 2021. Guests can choose any sailing date prior to April 1st, 2022, but they cannot change a reservation back to the original date once they have booked a cruise. Castaway Cay Despite Disney’s choice to cancel departures, they are still pushing forward with the construction of three new cruise ships. The Disney Wish will debut in summer 2022 and two more ships will finish in 2024 and 2025. Learn more about the new requirements for future cruises and more information here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you planning on cruising in the future? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS! Disney Suspends Cruise Sailings Through January 2021 first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS! Disney Cruise Line Extends the Suspension of Departures AGAIN NEWS: Florida Mayor Urges The CDC To Not Extend No-Sail Order For Cruise Ships NEWS! The Disney Wonder and Disney Dream Have Been Cleared By The CDC for Commercial Travel 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. Love Disney dogs and cats? LOTS of cool merchandise featuring some of our favorite furry friends has been released this year including cute Loungefly bags featuring Marie, Disney cat and dog kitchen towels, and an adorable Dooney & Bourke dog collection. Aristocats Loungefly Well, now Dooney & Bourke is back at it again with NEW tote bags — one for cat lovers and one for dog lovers. But, if you’re just a general animal lover or Disney fan, you’re sure to love both! Just a few days ago, we heard that NEW Disney Parks Reigning Cats & Dogs Dooney & Bourke totes would be released today at World of Disney in Disney Springs, but as we made our way around Magic Kingdom, we found that they were available there as well at Uptown Jewelers! Dooney & Bourke Dog and Cat Tote Bags Not headed to the parks any time soon? No problem! Both bags are available online on shopDisney as well! Let’s get a closer look at them. The Cats Dooney & Bourke Tote features TONS of Disney cats on it including Dinah, Figaro, and can you spot Yzma as a cat in the top right corner? SO CUTE. Disney Cats Tote Bag The other side of the bag has even more Disney cats on it including Mochi, Cheshire Cat, and others. The bag comes with a little leather feature as well that says “Reigning Cats & Dogs.” Disney Cats Tote Bag When you look closely, you’ll spot tons of adorable details on this bag like hidden Mickeys, fish bones, and more! Disney Cats Tote Bag The bottom of the bag has the phrase “I Love My Disney Cat” on it with some little paw prints running across it. You can get this bag in Disney World or online right now for $298. Click here to look at this bag online! The Dogs Dooney & Bourke Tote was also available in Magic Kingdom today (and is available online), and has lots of cute pups on it including Nana, Max, Lady, and Little Brother. The other side of the bag has more dogs on it including Pluto, Percy, and Dodger. Disney Dogs Tote Bag There’s also a little leather label on the front that says “Reigning Cats & Dogs,” just like on the cat bag. Disney Dogs Tote Bag And the bottom of this bag says “I Love My Disney Dog,” with a little Mickey in the center of the heart and paw prints all along the bottom. ©shopDisney You can grab this bag right now in Walt Disney World or online for $298. Click here to bring this bag home! Whether you’re looking for a gift to add to your own wish list, or you have a friend or family member who has more photos of their dogs or cats (or Disney dogs and cats) on their phone than photos of themselves, this bag would be perfect! Be sure to grab one while they last. We found the most EPIC Disney gift for your little princess! Check it out 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! 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 do you think of these new bags? Let us know in the comments below if you’ll be buying one of these! The post PHOTOS: The NEW Dooney & Bourke Dog and Cat Bags Are NOW Available in Disney World and Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The Dooney & Bourke Dog Collection Limited Release MagicBand is Available at Another Spot in Disney World! PHOTOS: The NEW Haunted Mansion Dooney & Bourke Collection is Now Available in Disney World! Say “Bonjour!” to the NEW Ratatouille MagicBand We Found in Disney World! View the full article

It’s a GREAT day for some holiday savings, don’t you think? DFB Merchandise We’re right in the middle of the 12 Days of DFB Christmas where we’re bringing you some SERIOUSLY good deals straight from the DFB Merch Store. Wondering what today’s sale is? Well, it’s kind of a surprise…but we’ll tell you where you can find out! If you head on over to our Instagram (@DisneyFoodBlog), you can find out what ALL of today’s deals are in our stories! We’re taking a virtual tour through Magic Kingdom and each spot we stop by will have its own discounted items to go with it. DFB Merchandise The fun has already started over in our stories! Our first spot of the day was Main Street, U.S.A. What merch do you think we discounted in honor of this iconic spot? Dapper Dan Mask Well, we’ll tell ya! It was our Dapper Dans Masks in Purple, Orange, Green, and Blue! After all, what is Main Street without this iconic quartet harmonizing their way through our favorite Disney melodies? All four of these masks are on sale for 20% off today. The discounted price is already reflected on the website. Click here to take buy the Dapper Dans Masks! There are a LOT more Magic Kingdom-based deals than that one. If you want to catch EVERY discount from this virtual tour, make sure you follow along on the DFB Instagram stories today. You don’t want to miss it! Click here to head on over to the DFB Merch Store! 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 for the day of deals today? Tell us in the comments! The post SURPRISE! Follow Along on Instagram Today For BIG Sales On DFB Merch! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: These 20% Off Deals are Straight From Neverland TODAY ONLY For DFB’s 12 Days of Christmas! TODAY ONLY! Get 20% Off ALL Disney Food Blog Merchandise for DFB’s 12 Days of Christmas! This Frozen Mystery Sale Event is Happening TODAY ONLY and the Savings are (Into the) UNKNOWN! View the full article

We all know the incredible power of wishes for kids facing critical illnesses – just like 6-year-old María’s wish to be a princess, which included a virtual royal visit, all in Spanish, from Princess Belle. These transformational wishes are more than just special moments in time. They can be life-changing. And their impact can stay with a wish child – and the millions of people who make them come true – for a lifetime. At the 2019 D23 Expo, Disney CEO, and Make-A-Wish America Board Member, Bob Chapek shared an incredible video that brought the power of wishes to life – and showed the lasting impact they can have on a wish kid. Today, we’re excited to introduce you to a new video series called The Wish Effect, where we’ll take a deeper look at the journeys of some amazing wish kids and their unforgettable stories. You’ll hear first-hand about their wish, how their wish has stayed with them, and what they’re up to these days. To kick it off, we wanted to share a follow-up to the video Bob shared at D23. We hope that you enjoy this behind-the-scenes look at four of these incredible wish kids and feel inspired by their bravery and resilience in the face of adversity. You’ll see that a wish is only the beginning! Since the very first wish was granted at Disneyland Resort nearly 40 years ago, Disney and Make-A-Wish have worked together to make more than 140,000 wishes come true. A wish reflects the creativity of each child’s imagination, which is why we’re so honored that half of all wishes Make-A-Wish grants in the United States are Disney wishes. Stay tuned for even more stories as part of The Wish Effect! http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/1-mP2h65PDgView the full article

Happy Monday and welcome back to an all-new DFB Video! Disney is the MASTER of deception and sometimes that brings unanticipated joy and happiness. Cinderella Castle Other times it means a hit on your pocketbook, and they sure have some tricks up their sleeves that can make a big impact on your 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: When has Disney tricked you?The post DFB Video: 11 Times Disney World Tricked Me! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: DFB Video: 11 Weird Ways the Pros Spend Their Time in Disney World! DFB Video: The BEST Rooms in Disney World Hotels, And How to Get Them! DFB Video: Here’s What We Can Expect in Disney World in 2021! View the full article

Ever wish you could just hop on a train from Orlando International Airport or even from Miami, Florida, and ride right over to Disney World? Disney Springs A high-speed rail service is currently being built from South Florida to Orlando International Airport. Last year, there was some talk about Disney World potentially getting a direct train from the Orlando airport, and now a deal has been reached that will make that a reality! According to a press release issued by Disney today, Brightline and Disney have reached a deal on building a near-high-speed rail station at Disney Springs! In its press release, Disney also confirmed that “Brightline’s expansion from West Palm Beach to OIA is on track to be completed in 2022.” Disney’s agreement with Brightline is conditioned, however, on “Brightline’s satisfaction of certain obligations including obtaining all necessary government approvals.“ Virgin Trains The design concept for the proposed station at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World includes a lobby on the ground level, passenger facilities and an upper-level train platform. The proposed location would be in “close proximity” to Walt Disney World Resort’s four theme parks, two water parks, and more than 25 hotels. According to Spectrum News, Brightline has not provided an “estimation as to when construction may begin, or how the project is specifically being funded,” but it is expected that this project will take at least 2-3 years to complete once construction does begin. Disney Springs Holiday Decor Patrick Goddard, Brightline’s Chief Executive Officer, said in a statement to Spectrum News Monday, “Brightline will offer a car-free connection to the millions of visitors from around the state and the world who plan to make Walt Disney World a part of their vacation plans…Our mission has always been to connect our guests to the people and places that matter, and Walt Disney World Resort is a tremendous example of this.” World of Disney at Disney Springs Brightline is targeting to have the train from South Florida to Central Florida completed by 2022. This rail link will be anchored by a station at the new Terminal C in Orlando International Airport. Once that line is complete, Brightline will offer near-high-speed rail service from Orlando International Airport (OIA) all the way down to Miami, Florida, with a few stops in between including West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and other cities. Disney Springs Brightline is also working on a route that will run from Orlando to Tampa. According to the Brightline website, the Disney Springs station would serve as a stop on this expansion route. ©Brightline This new rail line will ideally provide incredibly convenient transportation for millions of guests straight into Disney Springs. Jeff Vahle, president of Walt Disney World Resort, said “We’re excited to work with Brightline as they pursue the potential development of a train station at Walt Disney World Resort, a project that would support our local economy and offer a bold, forward-looking transportation solution for our community and guests” Disney Springs We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more information regarding this train station at Disney Springs and exactly where it would be placed, when construction would begin, and other updates. Stay tuned for all the latest. Click here to see what’s new at Disney Springs! 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A few weeks ago, we posted our Holiday Foodie Highlights showcasing just a few of our holiday offerings at Walt Disney World Parks. Today, we are serving up the complete Foodie Guide to Holiday Treats at Magic Kingdom Park! Our Magic Kingdom Park chefs have created new festive tastes this holiday season … and brought back some fan favorites! From delicious cupcakes to reveal a red velvet hidden Mickey and yummy gingerbread churros with apple pie filling to delightful almond macaron Christmas trees, this holiday season at Magic Kingdom Park has a wonderful array of tasty treats! Of course, Orange Bird is back to celebrate the holidays with his own adorable sweet – An Orange Bird Christmas. All these delicious holiday offerings are available through Dec 31. Let us know your favorites this year! Main Street Bakery Holiday Mickey Cinnamon Roll – Mickey-shaped cinnamon roll drizzled with red and green icing Twice Upon a Cupcake – A confetti Christmas tree tops a vanilla cupcake with a red velvet hidden Mickey (new) Sunshine Tree Terrace An Orange Bird Christmas – Orange-scented white chocolate mousse filled with orange curd Aloha Isle Pistachio Chai Tea Float – Pistachio soft–serve, spiced chai tea, and a red velvet cake pop ornament (new) Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Café Let It Snow Taco – Sugar cookie “taco shell” filled with salted caramel and spiced chocolate mousse (new) Christmas Churros – Mini churros topped with red and green sugar Sleepy Hollow Fa La La La Funnel Cake – Powdered sugar funnel cake, strawberry topping, whipped cream, and holiday sprinkles (new) Gaston’s Tavern Belle’s Enchanted Christmas Tree – Almond macarons with cranberry orange filling stacked to create a Christmas tree (new) Pinocchio Village Haus Yule Tide Wishes – Chocolate cake filled with chocolate mousse, covered with chocolate ganache Storybook Treats Minnie’s Merry Cherry Sundae – Cherry soft–serve, hot fudge, whipped cream, holiday sprinkles, and a Minnie bow (new) Westward Ho Chip and Dale Christmas Churros – Gingerbread churros topped with apple pie filling and chocolate chips (new) Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies Just a Dream Away – Salted caramel milkshake with silver sugar churro (new) Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café Spice Up Your Holiday – Spicy chicken sandwich with slaw, pickles, and Sriracha aïoli with a Santa Mickey-branded brioche bun (new) Main Street Cart Sugar and Spice Churros – Christmas cookie churros with icing and holiday sprinkles served with a side of eggnog (new) Citrus Cart (located at the Castle Hub) Churro Worth Melting For – Cinnamon churros topped with marshmallow fluff and blue sugar (new) Popcorn Carts (located throughout the park) White Christmas Tree Popcorn Bucket (new) Various Quick–Service Locations Sven Sipper Cup http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/nrMev-YEhdkView the full article

Two displaced Disney employees launched a children’s podcast called “KID Save The World” that's meant to empower kids. View the full article