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Disney World foodies, it’s a great day for us! Disney World Disney just announced that not one, not two, but THREE fan-favorite Disney World restaurants will be reopening this month and next. Let’s check out WHEN and WHICH restaurants we’ll be chowing down in once again! Woody’s Lunch Box A few weeks ago, we noticed some pretty significant changes to the menu over at Woody’s Lunch Box. No breakfast? NO TOTCHOS? We’re not happy. But we WERE happy that those changes felt a little like a sign of reopening — and now it’s confirmed! Woody’s Lunch Box We’ll be back to chowing down on toy-tastic favorites like Lunch Box Tarts, soda floats, and more when this much-loved spot reopens on November 25th. That’s next week! Click here to check out the menu changes at Woody’s Lunch Box! Crystal Palace Following soon after, there are TWO restaurants reopening in Magic Kingdom. On December 13th, Crystal Palace will reopen as a family-style dining experience with new, individually-plated options like crispy fried chicken with honey pot drizzle, fire-roasted prime rib of beef, fried cauliflower, and more. Crystal Palace Keep in mind that this location will NOT be a character dining experience for the time being. If that’s still okay with you, reservations will be available online on December 1st. Tomorrowland Terrace And lastly, Tomorrowland Terrace will return as another OUTDOOR dining spot in Magic Kingdom on December 17th — and outdoor dining is pretty valuable right now! Plus, this location will feature a modified menu with lobster rolls, grilled salmon, and New England Clam Chowder. Tomorrowland Terrace Tomorrowland Terrace was acting as a Relaxation Station where guests in Magic Kingdom could go to remove their masks for a while. We’ll keep our eyes out to see if that is still offered in the location once dining resumes. Wow! We can’t decide where we’re most excited to dine (although Woody’s Lunch Box does have a special place in our hearts). We’ll be stopping by all three of these spots when they reopen so stay tuned to DFB to check out all the updates and reviews! Click here for our complete list of what restaurants are and are NOT open 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. Which spot are you most excited to visit when it reopens? Tell us in the comments! The post NEWS! THREE Fan-Favorite Disney World Restaurants Are Reopening SOON! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The BIGGEST Time Wasters in Disney World — And How To Avoid Them! A Complete List of What Restaurants ARE and ARE NOT Open at Walt Disney World’s Theme Parks Right Now! ALL the Places To Do Thanksgiving in Disney World This Year! View the full article

If you’re a Disney World fan — there are a few dates in 2021 you need to know… ©Disney Parks Blog …And one of those dates is October 1st, 2021. On that day, Walt Disney World is celebrating a BIG anniversary — its 50th!! A BIG anniversary calls for a BIG celebration, and there sure is a LOT that goes into preparing for such a big day. But 2020 has brought some particular challenges to the parks because of the global health crisis. Not only did the pandemic lead to the parks’ closure for several months, it has also introduced new health and safety measures, capacity limits, and other changes at Disney World. How Disney IS Preparing for Its 50th Selling vacation packages It took Disney a while, but if you want to be there on October 1st, 2021 to take in ALL of the magic of Disney World’s 50th birthday, you can book your vacation NOW to secure those dates! ©Disney In addition to booking your hotel room and buying park tickets, you can also book a Disney World Park Pass reservation for the Magic Kingdom on October 1st! Sure, we’re a little less than 11 months out, but as of now, ALL four parks have availability for the big day for Resort and regular Ticketed guests! At the time of writing, Passholder availability is booked up in Magic Kingdom on that day, but we’ll keep an eye out for additional Park Pass availability. ©Disney While we’re not sure if Disney will still be using this system into the fall, if they are, you can secure your reservation now. Click here to learn more about Park Pass availability! The return of Park Hopping! Disney just announced a major component of many guest’s Disney World vacations will be returning in 2021. Modified Park Hopping will be returning on January 1st of 2021, so more guests may have an opportunity to visit Magic Kingdom on that big birthday. Jambo! Guests will still need a Park Pass for the park they plan to start their day in, and they MUST enter that park in order to hop to another one after 2PM. While this change isn’t specifically for the 50th anniversary, it is one big step closer to the Disney World we remember pre-pandemic. Click here to learn more about Park Hopping returning! Renovating the Polynesian Village Resort Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort opened up alongside the Magic Kingdom on October 1st, 1971, and this monorail loop resort is getting a HUGE refurb right now, with new theming tied to Moana. ©Disney While not tied to the 50th, per se, this makeover is set to be finished during summer 2021, just a few months before the anniversary! Like Cinderella Castle, this opening day resort will have a fresh coat of paint (and a whole lot more), proving that change NEVER stops at Disney World! Click here to learn more about the Polynesian refurb! Giving signs and icons a fresh look Oh yeah, Cinderella Castle got a little facelift this summer with a new PINK hue! Magic Kingdom But this park icon isn’t the only thing looking all fresh and new in preparation for the 50th. The entrance sign to the Magic Kingdom is also getting a paint job! The new color scheme is darker blue and iridescent rose gold — VERY trendy for 2021! Entrance Sign Construction That’s not the only sign getting a modern update — the entrance signs to ALL of Walt Disney World — you know the one with Mickey and Minnie you drive under — is getting a refurb, too! Walt Disney World entrance sign The sign even has a new motto. Instead of saying “Where Dreams Come True,” the signs will now read “The Most Magical Place on Earth.” Which, yeah, Disney World totally is! ©Disney Via the Disney Parks Blog As you can see from the concept art, the castle in the clouds will be replaced with more flags, and the entire sign will have a darker shade of blue. Work on this sign has already begun, and it seems as though it will be done before the 50th! Check out more pics of the repainting work happening here! How Disney World Is NOT Preparing for the 50th Announcing dates for special events Whether it’s Mickey Mouse’s birthday, the holidays, or really ANY day, Disney likes to celebrate in style! Mickey’s 90th birthday celebration in 2018 And we IMAGINE there will be specialty merch, treats, shows, meet and greets, and other experiences for Disney World’s 50th anniversary. Only…we don’t know what those things will be yet! Even more, we don’t know WHEN those things will pop up in the parks! we’re less than a year from the big day and all we know is that more info will be shared “soon.” Magic Kingdom Mickey’s 90th birthday was Disney World’s last big celebration, and they honored the mouse for MONTHS, so it makes sense Disney World will have some sort of celebration for the 50th a little before and after the ACTUAL date. But we don’t even know when those celebrations will begin yet! Only time will tell. Click here to learn more about when we could hear an announcement about the 50th! Announcing dates for new rides, resorts, and restaurants Speaking of announcing new dates…Remember Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, EPCOT’s PLAY Pavilion, and Space 220 Restaurant? Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Marquee Installed Those restaurants and attractions as well as Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT, Roundup Rodeo BBQ Restaurant at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, TRON Lightcycle Run at Magic Kingdom, and Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser (AKA, the Star Wars Hotel) were all expected to open before the 50th at one point, but we don’t have any dates for them! TRON Construction In fact, a few of the opening windows we DO know have been pushed BACK. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and Space 220 have both been pushed back from their original opening timeframes. Will these attractions even be open for the 50th? Who can say! Hopefully Disney World will…eventually. Click here to learn more about the 2021 opening for Remy’s in EPCOT In addition to not knowing about ride opening dates or park hopping or special events…there’s a lot we don’t know about Disney World’s 50th anniversary celebration. But the second we know ANYTHING about this event, we’ll fill you in! We’re Surprised It Took Disney This Long to Do These 5 Things! 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 planning on going to Disney World for the 50th anniversary? Let us know in the comments! The post How Disney World IS (and ISN'T) Prepping For Its Biggest Birthday Yet first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Three 2021 Dates You NEED to Know If You’re a Disney World Fan! Should You Even Go to Disney World with All This Construction? Your Questions Answered. Your ULTIMATE Guide to the 2020 Halloween Season in Disney World! View the full article

From grabbing a quick bite on the go to sitting down to a fun meal with a fairytale view, dining at Walt Disney World Resort has something for everyone. And with three more dining options soon returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Magic Kingdom Park, there’s even more choices to fill your day on your next visit. Guests planning to shrink down to the size of a toy in Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios are sure to work up a human-sized appetite exploring Andy’s backyard. Beginning Nov. 25, Woody’s Lunch Box will be the perfect place to lasso that hunger with classic American fare, old-fashioned soda floats and other “Toy Story”-themed specialties. Over in Magic Kingdom Park, and just in time for the holidays, two restaurants will once again offer great food and stunning views of the holiday décor, Cinderella Castle and Main Street, U.S.A. On Dec. 13, The Crystal Palace will reopen its doors, and while our friends from the Hundred-Acre Wood will be taking a break from greeting guests, the restaurant will now be offering a family-style dining experience. There will be new individually plated entrées including crispy fried chicken with honey pot drizzle, fire-roasted prime rib of beef, fried cauliflower and more. I don’t know about you, but I’m getting rumbly in my tumbly just thinking about it! For more information, and to book a reservation beginning Dec. 1, visit DisneyWorld.com. Just a few days later on Dec. 17, one of my favorite outdoor dining spots, Tomorrowland Terrace, will also reopen. It will feature a refreshed quick-service menu of seafood favorites, including lobster rolls, grilled salmon and New England Clam Chowder. With so many returning favorites, I can’t wait to plan a trip to the theme parks, take in the holiday décor and enjoy some fantastic food along the way. How about you? http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/wbq16qPVpagView the full article

Now that winter is right around the corner, our favorite activity is basically cuddling up in our favorite blanket, laying on the couch with a hot cup of cocoa, and watching ALL THE DISNEY+. The Mandalorian ©Lucasfilm | Entertainment Weekly We’ve really been enjoying Baby Yoda and the second season of The Mandalorian, as well as all the interesting animals on Magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. And we LOVED The LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special! And there’s even more amazing stuff to watch next month in December! So pick out your favorite pair of jammies and start adding these TV shows and movies to your “must-see” list now! What’s Coming to Disney+ in December Friday, December 4th Anastasia Big Big Sharks Rule Man vs. Shark The Nutcracker and the Four Realm Sky High The Mandalorian Chapter 14 PREMIERE Extras – Beyond the Clouds: Where It All Began The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse — “Keep On Rollin'” and “The Big Good Wolf” Godmothered Godmothered ©Disney Friday, December 11th Disney Channel’s Epic Holiday Showdown Disney Holiday Magic Quest Gender Revolution: A Journey with Katie Couric Ralph Breaks the Internet The Mandalorian Chapter 15 Extras – Beyond the Clouds: Meet the Sobiechs The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse — “The Brave Little Squire” and “An Ordinary Date” PREMIERE High School Musical: The Musical: The Holiday Special PREMIERE Safety Safety ©Disney Friday, December 18th Buried Truth of the Maya Cosmos: Possible Worlds (s1) Disney Channel Holiday House Party Disney Parks Sunrise Series (s1) Disney Rapunzel’s Tangled Adventure (s3) Eddie the Eagle Into the Woods Miraculous World: New York, United Heroez PREMIERE On Pointe PREMIERE Arendelle Castle Yule Log PREMIERE Dory’s Reef Cam Extras – Beyond the Clouds: Creating Zach’s World SEASON FINALE The Mandalorian Chapter 16 WINTER FINALE The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse — “Supermarket Scramble” and “Just The Four of Us” The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse ©Disney Friday, December 25th Extras – Beyond the Clouds: A Musical Miracle PREMIERE Soul PREMIERE Burrow Soul ©Disney | Pixar Remember the live-action Mulan will also be available to all Disney+ users on December 4th! If you didn’t purchase the ability to stream it early, you’ll get your chance soon! And there you go! December on Disney+ is going to be LIT, and WE ARE READY! Disney’s New Soul Merchandise Collection Featuring Original Artwork Is Now Available Online Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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 watching first in December on Disney+? Let us know in the comments! The post Here's EVERYTHING Coming To Disney+ In December! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEW Christmas Comedy “Godmothered” Coming to Disney+ in December! THIS IS NOT A DRILL! Boba Fett Will Join the Cast of The Mandalorian on Disney+! A New Animated Series Called ‘Star Wars: The Bad Batch’ Will Be Coming to Disney+ in 2021! View the full article

Disney announced earlier today that Park Hopping will be coming back in 2021(!) with some modifications. Tree of Life So, soon you’ll be able to ride Expedition Everest in the morning and then finish your day with a quick intergalactic trip to Batuu. What does that mean in terms of transportation though? How will you be able to get from one park to the other? Here’s what we know. Currently, park-to-park transportation is not really available since park hopping itself is not available. But, when Park Hopping returns in 2021, it appears park-to-park transportation will return with it. Ticket and Transportation Center Busses We called Disney this morning and the Cast Member we spoke to said that Disney plans to bring back transportation between parks when Park Hopping resumes. We also chatted with another Cast Member through Walt Disney World’s online chat feature, and that Cast Member said that Disney plans to bring back park-to-park transportation in 2021. In terms of exactly what kind of transportation will become available, the Cast Member we spoke with via chat said more information will be released on this in the future. Minnie Bus At what time will you be able to hop on some transportation from your first park to your second? The Cast Member we chatted with specified that park-to-park transportation is set to begin operating approximately 30 minutes prior to the start of Park Hopper hours. Currently Park Hopper hours are set to begin at 2PM. Park Hopping Procedure As a reminder, Park Hopping will only be available for guests with a ticket or annual pass that has Park Hopper benefits. Guests must also make a Park Pass Reservation at the first park they want to visit AND visit that park. Then, after 2PM, guests will have the ability to hop to another park depending on availability. Magic Kingdom As is often the case, things change quite rapidly in Disney, so we’ll continue to keep tabs on any other information about the return of park-to-park transportation and let you know what we find. Click here to read more information about the return of Park Hopping 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. Are you excited for Park Hopping to return? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Park-to-Park Transportation Is Set to Return to Disney World in 2021 first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: Disney Sends Email to Passholders About the Return of Park Hopping Disney World Park Passes Are Sticking Around, So Why Can You Still Buy Park Hoppers? BREAKING NEWS: Walt Disney World Park Hopping to Return SOON View the full article

We’ve got BIG news for Disney World resort guests today! Grand Floridian Walkway For the past few months, we’ve been getting our walking shoes ready as we check in on progress on the new WALKWAY between Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and Magic Kingdom — and now, it’s complete and OPEN! When we arrived at Magic Kingdom this morning, we noticed that the sign for the “Walkway to Grand Floridian Resort & Spa” pointed towards an OPEN path for the first time! Grand Floridian Walkway OMG! As we set off, we noticed that those coming FROM Grand Floridian would go through security at the boat docks along with those who are docking from Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort and Disney’s Fort Wilderness Campground. Grand Floridian Walkway Now, Grand Floridian and Magic Kingdom are basically on opposite sides of Bay Lake, so this pathway is on the long side. We talked to one Cast Member who said it’s about a mile from the Grand Floridian building to bag check. Grand Floridian Walkway Our reporter wasn’t wearing tech to track their steps (Consider it on our to-do list!), but we didn’t feel like we were walking for that long. The walk from Magic Kingdom to Grand Floridian took about 15 to 20 minutes altogether. Grand Floridian Walkway Plus as you’re walking you get some pretty nice views! You can check out all of Seven Seas Lagoon and the other waterfront resorts. Grand Floridian Walkway The monorail cruises by overhead too. Want a glimpse of our stroll in real-time? Check out the video from our walk! From what we can tell, it looks like the bridge and walkway have ample lighting to guide guests at night. There are lamp posts along the length of the pathway and the bridge has built-in lighting in the gates. Grand Floridian Walkway The gate at the main bridge locks (closing the walkway) around an hour to an hour and a half after Magic Kingdom closes so it is an option all day for your trip to and from the park. Grand Floridian Walkway Wow! We’re pretty darn pumped that this walkway is finally open! As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates and let us know what you think of this new walking path. Click here to see what the walkway looked like when it was in progress! 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 the new walkway? Tell us in the comments! The post PICS and VIDEO! The Walkway Between Magic Kingdom and Disney's Grand Floridian Resort is OPEN! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: It’s Official! A NEW Sign in Disney World Confirms the Grand Floridian Walkway! Your ULTIMATE Guide to the 2020 Halloween Season in Disney World! YASSS! Disney World Installs Guest Sidewalk on the Grand Floridian Walkway! View the full article

This morning, Disney World revealed that park hopping would return to the resort as of January 1, 2021. Although guests could still previously purchase park hopper tickets, the option to actually park hop has not been available to anyone — but that’s all about to change in the new year. Cinderella Castle However, the system is a little confusing, and we know you have questions! We’re here to answer ALL your question so the new system makes sense! Note that we’ll be updating this post as we learn more! When can guests park hop at Disney World? Guests with valid park hopper tickets or Annual Passes to Disney World can park hop as of January 1st, 2021 at 2PM. Guests will only be able to park hop after 2PM each day (although Disney has announced that these hours could change at a later date and encourage guests to check Disney World’s Park Hours page or the My Disney Experience app). Tree of Life Will I still need a park pass reservation if I intend to park hop? Yes! All guests must have a park pass reservation for the first park they plan to visit that day. You must enter that park before you’ll be allowed to hop to another though. However, no park pass reservation is needed for the second park (although this is subject to change). Guests should note that each park is still subject to limited capacity, including the park they choose to hop to. Hollywood Studios Do I need a Park Pass for the park I plan to hop to? Nope! As we mentioned above, as of this time, you only need the Park Pass for the park you plan to START your day in. You must scan into that park though before you’ll be able to hop to another at 2PM. No indication that guests will need to reserve their additional parks in any way has been suggested by Disney, but they did make clear that this is subject to change. Spaceship Earth Can I park hop to ride Rise of the Resistance? No! You must have a park pass reservation for Hollywood Studios to have access to boarding group drops for Rise of the Resistance at 7AM and 2PM. At this time, access to Rise of the Resistance is limited ONLY to guests with a Park Pass for Hollywood Studios that day. You cannot hop to Hollywood Studios from another park and get a boarding group for the attraction. Rise of the Resistance Will park-to-park transportation be available for park hopping? Disney does have plans to resume park-to-park transportation, but it may only be available just before the 2PM park hopping time begins. A Cast Member told us that more information about this will soon be available. Monorail Can I visit more than 2 parks in a day? It seems likely, but Disney may clarify this in the coming days. We spoke to multiple Cast Members who informed us that as long as parks still show Park Hopping availability, you’re free to visit them. That would seem to imply if you hopped to one park and saw Park Hopping was still open at another, you’d be free to visit even more parks. Note that while we did have multiple confirmations of this on the phone, we can’t say with absolute certainty just yet that this will be the case until Disney releases additional information. Magic Kingdom We know this new system is a BIG change for guests and that a lot of new questions and challenges will arise. We’re here to help! We’ll be updating this post as the days go on with any new information. Please let us know in the comments and questions YOU have concerning your upcoming trip and we’ll do everything we can to get answers. NEWS: Disney Sends Email to Passholders About the Return of Park Hopping 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 about park hopping returning to Disney World? Do you have any questions about the process? Let us know in the comments! The post Got Questions About Disney World's New Park Hopping Process? We've Got Answers! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: ULTIMATE GUIDE To Disney World Transportation After Reopening! BREAKING NEWS: Walt Disney World Park Hopping to Return SOON NEWS: Disney Sends Email to Passholders About the Return of Park Hopping View the full article

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The countdown to Christmas has taken on a whole new meaning this year. Most of my family and friends have started decorating early adding those nostalgic holiday touches at home along with kicking off their holiday shopping. I have to admit I’m a little behind this year, but Disney Springs always saves me especially when I need to shop for everyone. For foodies, kids, stocking stuffers and gifts for him and her, there’s always a store that fits my shopping needs. Of course, if you have a Disney Fan or two on your list, World of Disney is your one-stop-destination for Disney fans of all ages and starting next week, we’ll be kicking off holiday shopping with a few magical releases. On Monday, Nov. 23, get your paws on the new Disney Parks Reigning Cats & Dogs Dooney & Bourke totes at World of Disney! Whether you’re a dog-person or a cat-person there’s something “purrfect” in this collection for every Disney dog or cat-loving fan. If you look closely, you’ll spot some familiar favorites like Thomas O’Malley, Yzma as a Cat, Lucifer, Nana, Pongo and Perdita, Max, and so many others on the front and back. See how many you can name! We’re also releasing the Tangled Dooney & Bourke collection in celebration of the 10th anniversary of Tangled. I’ve always loved the glow of the lanterns from this film which are beautifully illustrated in the collection along with Rapunzel’s flowing hair and her best side-kick, Pascal. You’ll find both of these collections at World of Disney at Disney Springs in addition to Uptown Jewelers at Magic Kingdom Park, Legends of Hollywood and Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Discovery Trading Company at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park while supplies last. If new Disney accessories weren’t exciting enough, we’ll also be featuring specially-priced items at several of our Disney retail stores November 23 through December 7 (some only available at Disney Springs!). This is the perfect opportunity to start shopping for some of those Disney-loving fans on your list. As an added bonus, Disney Annual Passholders can stack their discount for even more savings! See what’s in-store: Disney’s Days of Christmas & World of Disney- Receive 25% off a select holiday tote with any merchandise purchase* Goofy’s Candy Co. – Receive (1) complimentary select consumable with the purchase of (1) select consumable*Marketplace Co-Op – Receive 25% off a Loungefly Unicorn Backpack*Once Upon a Toy – Receive 25% off Classic Disney Princess Dolls*Star Wars Galactic Outpost – Receive 29% off Talking Yoda*Beginning on November 24, two additional offers join the mix. I love a good “BOGO” so the thought of a free Loungefly Wristlet with the purchase of a qualifying Loungefly Backpack puts a huge smile on my face! Check ‘em out: DisneyStyle – Receive (1) complimentary Loungefly Pastel Wristlet with the purchase of (1) Loungefly Pastel Backpack* Ever After Jewelry Co. & Accessories – Receive (1) complimentary Loungefly Minnie Bow Wristlet with the purchase of (1) Loungefly Minnie Bow Backpack*Be sure to take advantage of additional shopping promotions and discounts at many retailers as early as Nov. 23 across Disney Springs. See details below: Coach (Nov. 20 & 27): Save 50% off select styles every Friday in November.Coca-Cola Store (Nov. 27-29) Save $10 off a purchase of $50 or more and $25 off a purchase of $100 or more.Columbia Sportswear (Nov. 23-Dec.1): Pillows $19.99, Select outerwear starting at 40% off, Pint Glasses $24.99, 30% off, All Ski Goggles, Graphic T-Shirts 2 for $25. Lilly Pulitzer (Nov. 26-28): Celebrate Lilly’s favorite things this holiday season with (1) one complimentary original, printed ornament with each $75 purchase. Melissa Shoes (Nov. 26-30): Take 60% off all regular priced items and an extra 60% off all sale items. Ron Jon Surf Shop (Nov. 23-29): Get the classic Ron Jon Trusty Badge T-Shirt on sale up to 50% off. (Limited time offer. Available colors and sizes may vary.)Shop for Ireland (Nov. 27-29): Enjoy 25% off all jewelry and up to 70% off select clothing, souvenirs, and gifts.Sperry (Nov.24-30): Enjoy $54.99 doorbuster boots and up to 50% select styles while supplies last.UGG (Nov. 27-Dec.31): Enjoy 30% off select styles while supplies last.UNOde50 (Nov. 19-30): Enjoy 50% off select styles.Vera Bradley (Nov. 19-Dec. 1): $20 Medium Cosmetic (reg. $40) from the Mickey’s Paisley Celebration Collection with your purchase of $75 or more. Exclusions and limitations may apply. See a store associate for details.Take a quick snack break and check out the 4R Cantina Barbacoa Food Truck now located at Disney Springs West Side with a brand-new menu. On Nov. 27, 2020 enjoy complimentary queso and chips with any entree purchase.(All offers subject to change. Not to be combined with other offers. While supplies last. See each location for more details.) Don’t forget the Disney Springs Virtual Gift Guide is always at your fingertips if you need a little gift-giving inspiration while you’re shopping. Visit us at @disneysprings on Instagram and scroll through our highlight buttons for popular gift categories. As a friendly tip, we recommend shopping in the morning and early afternoon as parking may be more available earlier in the day. Planning to join us for Thanksgiving? Please arrive at least 60 minutes before your dining reservation. (*Discounts taken off at register. Not valid on previous purchases. Price adjustment made at register. Not valid on previous purchases. Complimentary item is valid on lower priced item. Regular prices apply when purchasing a single item or purchasing in odd-numbered quantities. Complimentary item must be returned if the qualifying purchase is returned. No other discounts apply to promotional items. Promotion does not apply to the purchase of tickets, passes, Disney Dollars or Disney Gift Cards. Valid while supplies last. Offer subject to change without notice. In store purchase only.) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/luwmVm1zs2MView the full article

Starting 1 January 2021, limited Park Hopping returns to Disney World!!! Today Disney announced the following: As the phased reopening of Walt Disney World Resort continues, we are nearing another exciting milestone we know many guests have been looking forward to: the return of the Park Hopper option! Starting Jan. 1, 2021, guests who purchased a ticket, […] The post Park Hopping Returns to Walt Disney World! appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

Want to grab lunch at Animal Kingdom but dinner at EPCOT? When the Disney World theme parks reopened earlier this year, park hopping was suspended. Currently, you can only visit one park per day. Mickey at EPCOT But, things are about to change! Disney just announced that Park Hopping will be returning on January 1st, 2021, with some modifications. Disney has also sent out an email to Annual Passholders about this update. In the email Disney says that they are nearing another “exciting milestone” they know many Guests have been looking forward to — the return of the Park Hopper option. Again, it notes that Guests who purchased a ticket or annual pass with Park Hopper benefits will be able to visit more than one park per day starting January 1st, with some modifications. It then links to a webpage where the Passholder can learn more. Screenshot of Email from Disney While Guests with Park Hopper benefits will be able to visit more than one park per day, there are new rules to be aware of. Guests still need to book a Park Pass at the park they want to visit first AND enter that park in order to Park Hop. Then, starting at 2PM each day, guests will have the opportunity to hop to another park. Park Hopping Procedure We’re keeping an eye out for any more details about the return of Park Hopping and will certainly let you know if we spot any updates. Click here to read more about the return of Park Hopping! 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 questions about the return of Park Hopping? Let us know in the comments. The post NEWS: Disney Sends Email to Passholders About the Return of Park Hopping first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: BREAKING NEWS: Walt Disney World Park Hopping to Return SOON News! Labor Day Weekend Park Pass Availability for the Disney World Theme Parks Has Changed…AGAIN! NEWS! Park Pass Availability for Labor Day Weekend in Disney World Has Changed! View the full article

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Trying to decide which parks you might want to bypass on your next Disney World vacation? We’re here to help! Cinderella Castle Since the Disney World parks welcomed back guests in July 2020, we’ve noticed a ton of changes. From crowd levels to entertainment offerings and more, you might be wondering what exactly you’re in for on your next visit! If you’re trying to determine which parks you might prefer to avoid on your next trip, you’ve come to the right place. Here are some reasons you might want to steer clear of the Disney World parks! You Might Want to Skip Magic Kingdom If… …You’re Looking for Live Entertainment. Let’s start with the good news…of all the parks, Magic Kingdom offers the most character cavalcades and we’ve spotted a ton of spontaneous character appearances. Holiday Mickey and Minnie Cavalcade But if you’re interested in stage shows or stationary live performances, you won’t find them in Magic Kingdom at the moment. Enchanted Tales With Belle, Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor, and Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire stage show are all still closed currently. Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire And while the Dapper Dans and Main Street Philharmonic do make appearances in the park, they’re typically on the move during a cavalcade, so you’ll usually only be able to catch a few seconds of their performances unless you follow them on the cavalcade route. Dapper Dans If sitting down to enjoy some live entertainment is your top priority, there are options available at other parks, like For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, or live musical performances at the America Gardens Theatre in EPCOT. Frozen Show But even though Magic Kingdom isn’t offering live stage shows at the moment, there are still tons of attractions to enjoy here. In fact, Magic Kingdom has 26 attractions available to guests, which is the most of all the parks! …You’re Trying to Avoid Crowds and Bottlenecks. With the large number of character cavalcades and seasonal offerings like the Cinderella Castle projections, we’ve seen the “new” entertainment offerings in Magic Kingdom draw larger crowds than the other parks. Crowd Watching a Cavalcade in Magic Kingdom We’ve most commonly encountered issues with crowds and bottlenecks in Frontierland and Main Street, U.S.A., since those are the lands the cavalcades pass through. You may be able to avoid the majority of heavy traffic by arriving an hour or two after the park opens and steering clear of the cavalcade routes throughout the day. But even then, there’s no guarantee you’ll avoid ALL of the bottlenecks. Christmas in the Magic Kingdom With all of the cavalcades, decorations, and seasonal snacks in Magic Kingdom, it is one of the most festive parks this holiday season. So, if you’re confident in your ability to successfully navigate the crowds, Magic Kingdom might still make your must-do list! Check out more photos of the holiday crowds in Disney World You Might Want to Skip EPCOT If… …Your Favorite Part of World Showcase is Interacting with the Cast Members. Yes, there ARE still Cast Members working in World Showcase. But since the Cultural Representative Program has not yet returned, the World Showcase is are not currently staffed with Cast Members from the Pavilion countries. Frozen Ever After Line Prior to the closure, guests could interact with Cast Members from around the world thanks to the Cultural Representative program. Chatting with these Cast Members was a great way to learn more about each of the countries represented in the World Showcase! Takumi-Tei Cast Members in Epcot’s Japan Prior to the Closure The World Showcase definitely looks a bit different than we’re used to prior to the closure. But luckily, many of the World Showcase shops and restaurants have reopened so you can still experience the Pavilions but without the extra touch of the Cultural Representative program. …You’re Really Interested in the New Character Cavalcades. Of all the parks, our team has experienced the fewest character cavalcades in EPCOT. While Mickey and Friends and the Disney Princesses do make their way around the World Showcase, we don’t spot them nearly as frequently in EPCOT. Mickey and Minnie If your goal is to spot as many characters as possible, Magic Kingdom would probably be your best bet. Although, we have spotted a few adorable pop-up character appearances in EPCOT like Mary Poppins, Joy, and Winnie the Pooh! Winnie the Pooh But since these appearances are unscheduled (as are the cavalcades!), it’s hit or miss as to whether you’ll catch them in EPCOT when you’re there! Check out photos of Alice greeting guests from a distance in EPCOT! You Should Skip Disney’s Hollywood Studios If… …You Want to Avoid the Crowds and Bottlenecks as Much as Possible. Much like Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios is another park where guests will likely run into some crowds and bottlenecks during their visit. Batuu Crowds With the recent opening of popular attractions like Rise of the Resistance in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway, we’ve regularly seen Disney Park Passes sell out for Hollywood Studios. Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway The crowds are often the heaviest in areas like Galaxy’s Edge and Toy Story Land. But given the relatively small size of the park, it can often feel congested even outside of the most heavily trafficked areas. Long Tower of Terror Line Of course, one of the reasons for the heavy traffic and bottlenecks in Hollywood Studios is due to the demand for the park’s incredible new attractions, which might be worth braving the crowds for some! …You Want to Have a Spontaneous Day at the Park. There’s more planning required for a day in Hollywood Studios than the other parks at the moment. First, Disney Park Passes often fill up for Hollywood Studios earlier than the other parks, so you have to even decide that you want to visit this park farther ahead of time. Disney’s Hollywood Studios entrance And snagging your park reservation isn’t the last thing you’ll need to plan. If you want to ride Rise of the Resistance, you’ll need to snag a boarding pass for the attraction, since there is no standby queue available. Rise of the Resistance Even outside of Rise of the Resistance, the wait times for attractions in Hollywood Studios have regularly been longer than the other parks, so you’ll need to strategize and prioritize your must-dos extra carefully. Tower of Terror Much like the crowds, the long wait times are partially due to just how incredible the attractions are. But if you’re looking for a park where you can hop from ride to ride relatively quickly, Hollywood Studios probably isn’t the one! Here were the average wait times for ALL of the Disney World attractions in October! You Should Skip Disney’s Animal Kingdom If… …You Want to See a Ton of Characters. The character cavalcades in Disney’s Animal Kingdom are a unique experience since they float by on boats! Mickey and Minnie Cruise But as much as we enjoy watching the flotillas sail by, we haven’t seen as wide of a variety of characters in Animal Kingdom as we have at the other parks. And since the characters are all on boats, we also can’t get as close to them as we can elsewhere! Pocahontas, Meeko, and John Smith But on the plus side, some of the characters that do make regular appearances are really cool! We LOVE seeing Pocahontas, Meeko, and John Smith, and spotting Chip and Dale in their adorable dinosaur costumes is precious! …You’re There for the Shows. Between Festival of the Lion King and Finding Nemo — The Musical, Animal Kingdom is usually home to two fan-favorite live performances. Festival of the Lion King But unfortunately, neither one of these shows has resumed yet, so you could be missing out on some of your “must-do” experiences. Finding Nemo The Musical There are definitely still plenty of fun things to do in Animal Kingdom. Other popular attractions like Flight of Passage, Kilimanjaro Safaris, and Expedition Everest are still available for guests to enjoy. Expedition Everest at Animal Kingdom Plus, of all the parks, we’ve found it easiest to avoid crowds and bottlenecks at Animal Kingdom. But if you’re typically there for the awesome shows, you may want to hold off on your return for now. ICYMI: Actors’ Equity Association issues statement revealing 720 Disney performers were laid off If you’re planning your first visit to Disney World since the parks reopened, some of the differences might catch you a bit off guard. So, if you’re trying to determine which parks you want to do — or don’t — want to visit, be sure to keep these pointers in mind! These three tips will make your Disney World trip easier right now! 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 planning on skipping any of the Disney World parks on your next visit? Let us know in the comments! The post Why You Should Skip This Disney World Park Right Now first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The BIGGEST Time Wasters in Disney World — And How To Avoid Them! How Disney World’s Most Popular Rides Have Changed With The Re-Opening! News! Labor Day Weekend Park Pass Availability for the Disney World Theme Parks Has Changed…AGAIN! View the full article

Well, folks, we’re just about knee-deep in the holiday season and we’ve got a need to spread some holiday cheer. DFB’s 12 Days of Christmas! That’s why, for the last 12 days of November, we’re jumping into one of our BIGGEST SALE EVENTS of the year — the DFB 12 Days of Christmas! Each day for the rest of the month, we’ll be announcing a surprise DEAL on DFB merch to help YOU get started on shopping for your Disney-lovin’ loved ones (or, ya know, shopping for yourself). Pumpkin-spiced Mickey Waffle Sundae Today’s deal is a GOOD ONE. Today only (ending at midnight!), you can get EVERYTHING in the DFB Store for 20% OFF! That’s DFB Shirts, Masks, Pouches, Stickers, and MORE! DFB face masks To take advantage of today’s DEAL, use code 12DAYS at checkout. And remember, you only have until midnight — we move on to another deal tomorrow! DFB Accessory Pouches You can make sure you’re following @disneyfoodblog on Instagram so you don’t miss a single deal or discount for the full 12 Days of Christmas event! And of course, stay tuned to DFB to make sure you’re in the loop! Click here to learn more about the 12 Days of Christmas 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 going to get some DFB shopping done today? Tell us in the comments! The post TODAY ONLY! Get 20% Off ALL DFB Store Products for DFB's 12 Days of Christmas! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Our BIGGEST DFB Merchandise Sale of the Year! See How YOU Can Choose What Deals We Offer HERE! Yoo Hoo, BIG Winter BLOWOUT! Save Some Moolah With THIS Promo Code For Our DFB T-Shirts! We’ve Added Some Dapper NEW Disney Food Blog Masks to Our Online Store! View the full article

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As Hong Kong Disneyland kicks off its 15th Anniversary celebrations, today it unveiled the spectacular transformation of Sleeping Beauty Castle into the dazzling Castle of Magical Dreams. Inspired by 13 stories of beloved Disney Princesses and Queens, the Castle of Magical Dreams offers something special for every guest with its many towers and spires – embracing iconic patterns, textures, colors unique to each heroine’s story. This is the first time at any Disney theme park that a castle has shifted from being representative of only one princess to featuring multiple heroines – highlighting the diversity of our unique characters and their stories. With heroines hailing from all over the world, this castle serves as a mosaic of different cultures with architectural inspirations from Europe, China, and even Southeast Asia. While guests will not see a complete depiction of the princess or queen’s image, interpretations of each can be found in various architectural elements. Looking closely at the lofty towers, you might spot Snow White’s apple, Abu, Mushu, and Merida’s bow and arrow. Additionally, murals depicting each princess and queen pursuing their passions can be found around the area, each reflecting deep research on the time periods that the heroines hail from. For example, Cinderella can be seen taking a hot air balloon ride over her kingdom, Aurora is dabbling in falconry, and Ariel is braving the seas on a sailboat to visit her underwater family. As part of the castle’s magical transformation, the resort invited guests, cast members, community partners and Disney friends, including Mickey Mouse, to share their own dreams and wishes on “magical dream cards.” These cards were collected in a treasure chest, and lifted to the top of the tallest tower in the castle – ensuring that the heart of the resort will always be filled with hopes and dreams. As a tribute to the original Sleeping Beauty Castle, Flora, Fauna, and Merriweather can now be seen spreading fairy dust across the castle’s breezeway, casting light into the chandeliers, and leading the way to a new rotunda featuring 9,000 points of dancing light. The Castle of Magical Dreams stands today as the centerpiece of Hong Kong Disneyland – a shining beacon of courage, hope and possibility to all guests. To learn more about Hong Kong Disneyland’s 15th Anniversary celebrations, visit https://www.hongkongdisneyland.com/happily-ever-after/. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/vAaQ_EEmJ6sView the full article

Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea kiosks around Walt Disney World are well known for serving…well, coffee and tea, of course! Joffrey’s Coffee But they’re also known for serving up some big ol’ delicious DONUTS. And, boy, have we got a doozy for you today! We’re getting the Boston Cream Pie Donut, which, by the way, you can only get at one Joffrey’s kiosk that we know of right now! (Thanks to our reader Ricky G. for giving us the heads up on this one!) While you’ll find Joffrey’s locations in all four Disney World theme parks and beyond, we found the Boston Cream Pie Donut at the Joffrey’s kiosk located between EPCOT’s United Kingdom and Canada pavilions. Joffrey’s between United Kingdom and Canada pavilions We’ve spied this one in a Joffrey’s pastry case before, when Joffrey’s offered Character “Donut Art” in Disney Springs. But we learned from a cast member that this kiosk in EPCOT is your best bet for finding the Boston Cream Pie Donut at the moment. You can order it covered with chocolate or vanilla. Boston Cream Pie Donut We went with chocolate for that classic Boston Cream Pie style. What you might not be able to tell is how truly gigantic this thing is! Here is a handheld shot to give you a better idea. Boston Cream Pie Donut And it’s not only big, it’s also heavy. That’s due to the generous amount of pastry cream filling inside. Boston Cream Pie Donut We thought it was terrific, but it may even be a little too much for some. I don’t usually recommend sharing donuts, but…this one might be the exception to the rule. One of the best things about it — and it’s similar to what we’ve enjoyed about donuts found at Joffrey’s in the past — is that it’s super fresh. Boston Cream Pie Donut The Boston Cream Pie Donut is $5.39. And if you’ve got a hankerin’ for another fresh pastry, or maybe you need your caffeine fix, you can check out ALL of the Joffrey’s locations around Disney World here. See our review of Joffrey’s seasonal White Chocolate Gingerbread Latte here! And, don’t forget… Joffrey’s kiosks in EPCOT will also be serving up a Caramel Tinsel Donut AND a Caramel Tinsel Latte — both topped with crumbled TWIX — for the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, so you KNOW we’ll be back here real soon, and we hope you’ll join us! 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 fan of the pastries served at Joffrey’s? Please let us know with a comment! The post Review: Can You Handle This GIGANTIC Boston Cream Pie Donut in Disney World's EPCOT? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New in Disney World’s Epcot! August 6, 2018 What’s New in Disney World’s Epcot: Food, Merch, Kidcot, and Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster Updates What’s New at Epcot This Week: Guardians of the Galaxy and Ratatouille Construction, Mission Space Restaurant, Cuties, and Christmas Kringla! View the full article

Even though Walt Disney World’s theme parks have been reopened since mid-July, one aspect of the parks has been missing: park hopping. Disney World Monorail During Disney World’s initial reopening phase, the Park Pass system was implemented, and guests could only visit one park per day. Starting January 1st, 2021 that will change. The days of having to decide between riding Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and having dinner over at EPCOT’s Chefs de France are numbered — park hopping is coming back, baby! Park Hopping Announcement Disney has announced that park hopping will return for guests starting on January 1, 2021! Magic Kingdom Though you’ve been able to buy park hopper tickets all along, the option is actually finally being reenacted. Guests will need to have a ticket or pass with Park Hopping capabilities. They’ll also still need to book a Park Pass at their first park of the day AND enter that park in order to Park Hop. Park Hopping Details Starting at 2PM each day, guests can hop to another park if there is availability. Park Hopping Info We can’t wait to park hop till we drop again, and we will keep you filled on on ALL the details of what this means for your next trip to Disney World. Click here to learn more about the Park Pass Reservation System 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 that park hopping is back? Let us know in the comments. The post BREAKING NEWS: Walt Disney World to Park Hopping to Return SOON first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: News! Labor Day Weekend Park Pass Availability for the Disney World Theme Parks Has Changed…AGAIN! NEWS! Park Pass Availability for Labor Day Weekend in Disney World Has Changed! News! Disney World Park Hours Announced for Early November! View the full article

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We’ve been really enjoying the Christmas season so much already, with beautiful decorations, cool seasonal merchandise, yummy holiday snacks, and of course, CHRISTMAS MOVIES! Olaf’s Frozen Adventure And that includes watching Frozen, although there seems to be some debate out there. Does this flick count as a Christmas movie or not! Frozen was initially released on November 27th, 2013, and tells the story of two sisters who live in the fictional kingdom of Arendelle. They’ve lost their parents, and the oldest, Elsa, is about to take the throne as the new Queen of Arendelle. But Elsa was born with ice powers that she doesn’t know how to control which eventually leads her to a life of exile. Anna and Elsa Topiaries However, through sisterly love, the day is saved, and Elsa returns to Arendelle to take her proper place as Queen (at least in the first movie. Gotta watch Frozen 2 for the latest! ). Elsa in Frozen Ever After The thing is, Frozen was released JUST in time for the holiday film season, and it is a movie quite literally centered around ICE, so it makes sense that many people think of it as a Christmas movie…or NOT! Many people choose to watch it this time of year (or, if you have kids like us, still basically once every few days since…oh…2013). But is Frozen REALLY a Christmas movie? We asked our readers and got a whopping 37,000 responses! Is Frozen a Christmas movie? No! Frozen is not a Christmas movie Almost overwhelmingly, most of our readers seemed to believe that Frozen is not, in fact, a Christmas movie. In fact, 15,523 of you said NO WAY (76%). So why not? One reader said: “It’s literally set in the middle of summer…they actually SAY, ‘Let’s go bring back summer.’ Summer does not equal Christmas.” Olaf and Sven Another reader agreed: “It literally is about summer freezing over.” Yikes, that’s a strong case to make there! Honestly, we can kinda agree! There’s literally a song called “In Summer!” Frozen is definitely a Christmas movie Other readers disagreed: 4,807 (24%) believe that yes, Frozen is indeed a Christmas movie. According to one of our readers: “Christmas deals with snow, and Frozen has snow so seems like a Christmas movie.” Frozen Show Another reader argued by using another Christmas movie as an example: “If Die Hard qualifies as a Christmas movie, then Frozen more than qualifies!!!” (We’d like to point out that movie DOES take place during the company CHRISTMAS party at Nakitomi Tower but we see their point!) Hey Kristoff! So it seems that most people don’t believe that Frozen is a Christmas movie, but even those who voted “no,” reiterated they would watch it around the holidays anyway, which means that we’ve all pretty much sort of adopted it as an honorary Christmas movie, right?? And that counts — whether you like to sip egg nog and eat gingerbread while you sing “Let It Go” or not. Thanks to everyone who responded: stay tuned because we’ll have more pressing questions for you soon! PHOTOS! Olaf’s Frozen Adventure Has Returned to Disney’s Hollywood Studios Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think? Is Frozen a Christmas movie? Let us know in the comments! The post Over 37,000 Disney Fans Voted on if 'Frozen' is a Christmas Movie. Here’s What They Decided. first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The NEW Frozen 2 Funko Pops Are Melting Our Hearts! This Frozen Mystery Sale Event is Happening TODAY ONLY and the Savings are (Into the) UNKNOWN! Here’s How to Save 50% Off Select Frozen Merchandise RIGHT NOW! View the full article

As the phased reopening of Walt Disney World Resort continues, we are nearing another exciting milestone we know many guests have been looking forward to: the return of the Park Hopper option! Starting Jan. 1, 2021, guests who purchased a ticket or annual pass with Park Hopper benefits will be able to visit more than one park per day, with some new modifications as part of our ongoing focus on health and safety. With the updated Park Hopper experience, guests must make a Disney Park Pass reservation for the first park they plan to visit AND enter that first park prior to visiting another. At this time, a park reservation is not required after the first park, however, reservation requirements are subject to change. Additionally, we will set specific Park Hopper hours during which this option will be available. Park Hopper hours will start at 2 p.m. each day and end at the park’s scheduled close time. Guests will soon be able to check DisneyWorld.com/ParkHours and the My Disney Experience app for the most up-to-date Park Hopper hours, as they could start earlier at a later date, depending on the day and park. These modifications are designed to help us continue managing attendance in a way that fosters physical distancing. Additionally, other enhanced health and safety measures remain in effect, including face coverings required for all guests ages two and up. As a reminder, guests with a ticket or pass that includes Park Hopper benefits get the chance to see and do more during their visit, which could mean a morning on the savanna at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park and an evening stroll by Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Park or starting the day living your Star Wars adventure at Disney’s Hollywood Studios before an afternoon traveling around the world at EPCOT. Please note that the ability to visit another park will be subject to the park’s capacity limitations. If you have any questions, you may visit our Know Before You Go page on DisneyWorld.com, call the Disney Reservation Center, contact your travel professional or reach out to planDisney to get helpful tips and information on your upcoming Disney vacation. We look forward to starting the new year with the return of this guest favorite option! http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/BByWnA2hUSsView the full article

Disney is bringing back a modified park hopper option that requires visitors to make reservations for their first park and physically go to that park. At 2 p.m., however, they can head to any other Disney park for the rest of the day until park close — without needing a second reservation. View the full article

Cast members are a big part of the reason why Disney World feels so magical. Cast Member at Pizzerizzo It’s been an especially difficult year for cast members, following thousands of layoffs due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As a sign of appreciation, Disney is opening a temporary shop with special offerings for employees. The Cast Appreciation Marketplace is a temporary shop coming to Disney’s ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex on December 7th, according to Attractions Magazine. Magic Kingdom Cast Members in Costume This shop will be exclusive to cast members and will offer discounts up to 75% off. Cast Members at the Boardwalk Bakery Cast Members can register to visit the marketplace beginning on November 23rd. Disney has shared that this shop may also have some surprises! Check back with us for news about future pop-up shops and specials for cast members! Check out this holiday album to help cast members in need! 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 memory with a cast member? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney World Will Open a Pop-Up Shop to Show Appreciation to Cast Members! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disney’s Contemporary Resort Lit Up With Love for Cast Members Last Night Disney World is Poppin’ With Pop Warner Merch! These Are the Disney Cast Members We Are Missing the MOST During the Closures! View the full article

Buena Vista Street at Disney California Adventure OFFICIALLY reopened today for limited dining and shopping, so there’s TONS to see (and EAT!) there today! Storytellers Statue And while we LOVE eating at Award Wieners and Carthay Circle, there’s new grub at Downtown Disney, Disneyland’s shopping and dining district, too! Yes, outside DCA’s gates, Wetzel’s Pretzels has a NEW limited time treat: the Rainbow Crunch Pretzel! Rainbow Crunch Pretzel sign The color and the crunch comes courtesy of Fruity Pebbles cereal, which is adhered to the pretzel via a layer of frosting! The description of this pretzel sounds like a TOTAL sugar rush, and yes, this is a certifiable sweet treat! But, somehow, despite the sum of its parts, this pretzel is not saccharine. If you’re looking for something to satisfy your sweet tooth without giving said tooth a toothache, this may just be the snack for you, especially if you’re looking to share! ‘Cause this guy is pretty big. If you’re not a sweets person or don’t like Fruity Pebbles, well, snack elsewhere. Rainbow Crunch Pretzel The Rainbow Crunch Pretzel is available NOW at Wetzel’s Pretzels at Downtown Disney, and it costs $7.99. That price may seem steep, but if you’re sharing with family, it’s a nice treat! Rainbow Crunch Pretzel Just be warned, this guy is MESSY! Grab EXTRA napkins to catch all those rogue Fruity Pebbles and bits of frosting so you can snack in style! Review: Is the NEW Epic Mickey Shake Worth the $24 Price Tag in Downtown Disney?! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Do you like sweet or salty pretzels more? Let us know in the comments! The post Review! Is This Limited Time Rainbow Colored Pretzel at Downtown Disney TOO Sweet or Just Sweet Enough?! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Breakfast Cereal Cupcakes Return To Sprinkles TODAY! — See When You’ll Find Your Favorite! Find Out Where To Score $1 Refills At Disneyland Resort! Tortilla Jo’s in Downtown Disney Adds TWO New Items to Their Menu! View the full article