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With the holidays quickly approaching, guests planning to visit Disney World in the coming months have some burning questions…and we’re here to help! Holiday Minnie Ears Things are definitely going to look a bit different in Disney World during this holiday season than in years past. But even though guests won’t be able to experience some traditional favorites like Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party or the Candlelight Processional in EPCOT, there’s still plenty of seasonal fun to go around. With all of the changes happening around Disney World, you may have some questions about your upcoming trip this holiday season. If that’s the case, you’ve come to the right place! Let’s dive into the answers to some essential questions about the 2020 holidays! Will Disney World Restaurants Serve Thanksgiving Dinner? In years past, there have been a pretty wide variety of options for Thanksgiving dinner in Disney World. But even though dining options are more limited this year, don’t fret — there are still several places you can snag some turkey! In fact, a number of Disney Springs restaurants have announced special Thanksgiving menus. Disney Springs Disney Springs options include Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante and Enzo’s Hideaway where you can experience an “authentic rustic Italian twist on Thanksgiving,” Morimoto Asia which is serving up a pan-Asian feast, and more! Morimoto Asia Are you planning to chow down at one of these spots this year? Click here to see what other Disney Springs restaurants are offering Thanksgiving dinner! Plus, Disney has also announced that a Thanksgiving meal will be returning to Whispering Canyon Cafe at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge! Whispering Canyon So, while you might not have quite as many options as in previous years, there are still several places around Disney World to snag a Thanksgiving dinner this holiday season! This Disney Springs favorite will have a special Turkey Day menu this Thanksgiving! Will We Get a Holiday Christmas Special This Year? Many Disney fans look forward to catching the ABC Disney Parks Holiday Special on television every year. Disneyland 2019 Holiday Christmas Special Filming If you fall into that category, don’t worry — the Disney Parks Holiday Special WILL return to ABC this year with the Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Celebration on December 25th. The show will be “reimagined” with a mix of highlights from previous years along with some new elements. Disneyland 2019 Holiday Christmas Special Filming Another installment of The Disney Family Singalong will also return on ABC with The Disney Holiday Singalong on November 30th. So, get ready to enjoy some holiday festivities from the comfort of your own home! Click here to read more about the 2020 Disney Parks Holiday Special! Can We Meet Santa in Disney World? In previous years, guests were able to meet Santa at several places around Disney World. He was known to make appearances at the Christmas Tree Trail at Disney Springs, the Town Square of Magic Kingdom, and the American Adventure Pavilion at EPCOT, among other places. Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus in EPCOT But this year, guests will not be able to personally meet-and-greet Santa Claus in Disney World. Similar to the temporary suspension of character meet-and-greets and the adjustments to character dining experiences, this change was made in the interest of health and safety. Santa and Mrs. Claus in Epcot’s American Adventure Pavilion BUT, that doesn’t mean Santa is avoiding Disney World altogether. In fact, Santa Claus WILL be making pop-up, distanced appearances in all four parks AND in Disney Springs! So, Santa Claus IS still coming to town — he’ll just be greeting guests from a distance this year! In Disney Springs, you’ll even be able to see Santa on a boat! Click here to learn more about the other holiday entertainment coming to Disney World this year! Can We Resort Hop to See Holiday Decorations This Year? Resort hopping is a bit of a tricky subject at the moment. The official terminology on Disney World’s website states, to get into a Disney World hotel right now, guests will need a confirmed room reservation, or a confirmed dining reservation if you’re a day guest not staying overnight. Finding Nemo Section at Art of Animation While this is the official policy listed on the Disney World website, we’ve also found that the Cast Members we’ve encountered will also typically allow guests to access the Resort if they’ve placed Mobile Order at a quick-service restaurant, or a Table Service To Go Mobile Order. Kidani Village Lobby in Animal Kingdom Lodge So, if there are any Resort hotels on your must-see list this holiday season, plan on adding a stop at one of the Resort’s dining locations into your itinerary to make sure you can access the hotel! Here’s more information about resort hopping in Disney World right now! Will There Be Gingerbread Displays in Disney World This Year? While we’re on the subject of Resort decorations, let’s talk gingerbread displays. Several Disney World Resort hotels are known for their elaborate gingerbread displays that pop up during the holiday season. But unfortunately, Disney has announced that their beloved gingerbread displays at various hotels around Disney World will NOT be on display this year. Grand Floridian Gingerbread House This means guests won’t find the MASSIVE gingerbread house in the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa or the gorgeous carousel in the lobby of Disney’s Beach Club Resort this year. Beach Club Gingerbread Carousel But before you count gingerbread out completely this holiday season, there is ONE display that Disney has announced will be returning this year. Over in EPCOT, the Capitol City Gingerbread Display which has been housed in The American Adventure Pavilion in previous years will be returning to the park in a new location! This year, guests will find the display in the World Showplace. United States Capitol We’re definitely not getting as much gorgeous gingerbread art as we’re used to, but we’re still excited to know that there will be at least one display we can check out this year! Click here to learn more about the Capitol City Gingerbread Display! Are the Cinderella Castle Dream Lights Going Up This Year? Another Disney World holiday staple we’ve come to expect is the gorgeous spectacle of the Cinderella Castle Dream Lights. But this is another tradition that will look a bit different this year, as the Castle Dream Lights will NOT be on display this year. Cinderella Castle Dream Lights But Cinderella Castle WILL still get a festive makeover. Disney announced that special projection effects will deliver a festive look to the Castle while providing a colorful backdrop for guests in their yuletide photos! Magic Kingdom Holidays 2020! These projections are set to take place from November 6th through December 30th. So again, it might be a different take on a longstanding tradition…but that’s the name of the game in 2020! Click here to learn more about the Cinderella Castle holiday projections! So, now that it really is beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Disney World, the countdown to the holidays has officially started! We hope having the answers to some of the big questions about the upcoming festivities helps make your holiday season merry and bright. Stay tuned to DFB for more coverage about the holidays at Disney World! Check out photos and reviews of ALL the 2020 Holiday Treats in Walt Disney World! 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! Disney World’s 2020 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Has Been Canceled We Now Have a DATE for When the Christmas Season Will Begin 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! Cinderella Castle in Disney World Will Look TOTALLY Different This Christmas Here’s ALL of the Christmas Entertainment Coming to Disney World This Year! Christmas Trees and More Holiday Offerings Will Be Coming to Disney Springs This Year! Minnie’s Holiday Dine at Hollywood & Vine Is Returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios What questions do you have about Disney World this holiday season? Let us know in the comments! The post Will Disney World Restaurants Serve Thanksgiving Dinner? And 5 Other Important Questions You Need Answers to Right Now first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: 25 Must-Do Disney World Holiday Events — and Eats! 21 Myths About Walt Disney World Food DEBUNKED DFB Tips: How To Plan Your Girls’ Weekend in Disney World! View the full article

Thank the Phoenicians, because this might be the best kitchen accessory we’ve seen recently! Spaceship Earth We’ve got shopping on our minds as the holiday season gets closer. No wonder we’ve hunted down all the Disney discounts we can! Well, if you’re looking to add a little EPCOT to your kitchen, we’ve got GOOD news! We were perusing the shops in Hollywood Studios when something BIG caught our eye. Look at this Spaceship Earth Cookie Jar! Spaceship Earth Cookie Jar It’s kinda hard to see just how big this guy is in pictures, so here’s a mug for scale. Spaceship Earth Cookie Jar Wow! That could hold a LOT of cookies! Spaceship Earth Cookie Jar We spotted this cute cookie jar at Celebrity 5 & 10 in Disney’s Hollywood Studios for $39.99 — wrong park but we’ll take it. Keep an eye on DFB for more merchandise updates from Disney World! Looking for some Disney discounts? 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. Will you be snagging this cookie jar? Tell us in the comments! The post We're Thanking the Phoenicians for the NEW Spaceship Earth Cookie Jar in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEW Insta-Worthy Nighttime Magic Shots Are Coming to Disney World Soon! A Complete List of What Restaurants ARE and ARE NOT Open at Walt Disney World’s Theme Parks Right Now! NEWS! Park Pass Availability for Labor Day Weekend in Disney World Has Changed! View the full article

From holiday Baby Yoda phone cases to Baby Yoda Loungefly bags, and MUCH more, we thought we’d seen it ALL when it came to items featuring the Child. Baby Yoda LEGO But, Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs officially stepped up to the challenge and has given us an edible Baby Yoda?! We HAD to try this for ourselves! We’ve had many a delicious dome cake from Amorette’s Patisserie… Minnie Mousse Cake at Amorette’s Patisserie …but we think this Baby Yoda cake may be one of the CUTEST! Just look at his adorable little eyes! Now he protect, he attack, and he IS a snack! The Child Dome Cake Seriously, we really want someone to go try it while wearing the Baby Yoda spirit jersey, Baby Yoda ears, Baby Yoda leggings, and a Baby Yoda Loungefly. If you do this, PLEASE tag us! The Child Dome Cake Okay, we could sit here and talk about how adorable this cake is — truly, it was almost too cute to eat (key word: almost), but let’s actually talk about how it tastes! As the sign describes, this cake is made out of a vanilla chiffon cake, white chocolate mousse, and cookies & cream mousse, with cookie crumbs. The Child Dome Cake Overall, we think this treat is sweet, creamy, and quite rich! Although you might be tempted to keep Baby Yoda all to yourself, this treat is actually one that’s good to share because of how rich it is. We don’t think we could eat the whole thing without some milk to help balance it out! The Child Dome Cake Out of all of the components that make up this treat, the cookies & cream filling is probably our favorite part. It was very yummy! The top green layer is almost JELLO-like, and you can see a bit of the crushed cookies in the bottom. The Child Dome Cake We honestly really liked this treat and thought it was good! Kids and adults alike would probably like it, as the flavors are classic but uniquely put together. Oh, and yeah, it’s DEFINITELY something Baby Yoda fans will want to take a picture with! Baby Yoda Dome Cake If you don’t like cookies & cream though, this might be a skip for you, so just keep that in mind. You can use the Force and grab one for yourself right now for $9. We did visit in the afternoon one day and they told us they were out of the Baby Yoda cake though, so it seems like it’s selling fast. If this is a must-try for you, try to stop by and grab one as soon as Amorette’s opens for the day to make sure they don’t sell out before you get the chance to try it! This treat will also only be around through November 30th, so make sure you stop by before it leaves for more intergalactic adventures. We’ll keep searching for more awesome treats all around Disney World, so come back for ALL the latest updates! Click here to see the strangest Baby Yoda purse yet! 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 Baby Yoda dome cake? Let us know in the comments if you’ll be heading over to Disney Springs to get one for yourself! The post Review: We ATE Baby Yoda and Liked it! Check Out This Limited Time Treat in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: REVIEW: Head to the Tropics with Disney World’s NEW Piña Colada Crème Brûlée! What’s New at Disney Springs — Halloween Shakes, Dooney & Bourke’s Anniversary, And Disney Tees Galore! NEWS! The Millennium Falcon Popcorn Bucket Has Landed in Disney World (In Less Than Twelve Parsecs)! View the full article

If you love caramel, cupcakes, and all things sweet, then have we got the treat for you! Sprinkles Entrance Sprinkles is known for its delicious, creative, and very Instagrammable cupcakes! They’re constantly surprising and impressing us with their over-the-top flavors, and today, they’re bringing back one of our favorites from last year — for a limited time! Sprinkles announced that the Sticky Toffee Cupcake has returned to their stores from now until November 8th! We LOVED this cupcake when it premiered for Thanksgiving last year, so it’s sure to be a truly spectacular snack choice. Would ya just look at that picture? Doesn’t it look AMAZING? The cake itself is toffee-flavored, filled with house-made caramel. It’s topped with a date-infused buttercream, crushed chocolate toffee crumble, and drizzled with caramel sauce. Sprinkles ATM If this cupcake sounds like something you’d enjoy, make sure to hurry over to Sprinkles in Disney Springs or Downtown Disney before it leaves! We’re so excited about all the new treats arriving for the holidays, so stay tuned for any more Disney snack news! Click Here to Get More Info on Sprinkles in Disney Springs! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be rushing to Sprinkles to try this cupcake? Let us know in the comments! The post A Delicious Toffee and Caramel Cupcake Is Returning to Sprinkles for a Limited Time! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: It’s Friday! Celebrate the Weekend with This Sweet Deal from Sprinkles! Whisper This Code to Get a FREE Cupcake at Sprinkles! FREE Sprinkles Cupcake Alert! Find Out How to Get Yours in Disney World and Disneyland! View the full article

Are you already planning out how your Christmas tree is gonna look this year? We’ve got something you’ll want to see. Disney Buildings Ornaments We spotted some ADORABLE Disney Parks-inspired ornaments in Disney World today. Dare we say even cuter than the light-up Mickey and Minnie ornament? Maybe. Let’s see ’em! This new collection of ornaments features Disney parks buildings in miniature form! We’ve already seen a few, but we spotted FOUR MORE in the parks today. Take a look at the Main Street Cinema Ornament! Main Street Cinema Ornament On the back, you get a peek inside the building. The first floor features two cute little theaters and the top floor shows what looks like Walt’s office! Main Street Cinema Ornament Next up, the Haunted Mansion Ornament is to DIE for. Seriously, look at the detail on this thing! We had to hold it up to the real thing to see if we could spot the difference. Haunted Mansion Ornament And the inside, of course, features a variety of grim grinning ghosts! We can’t wait to add all 999 of these haunts to our Christmas tree. Haunted Mansion Ornament Looking for something a little more tropical for your decorations? Check out the Enchanted Tiki Room Ornament! Enchanted Tiki Room Ornament Just looking at this depiction is getting The Tiki Room song stuck in our heads! Enchanted Tiki Room Ornament And finally, there’s this Tower of Terror Ornament. Nothing screams Christmas like the Hollywood Tower Hotel. Okay, maybe lots of things are more Christmasy but you’re not stopping us from hanging this on our tree. Tower of Terror Ornament You can see glimpses into the hotel AND the Twilight Zone on the back. Neat! Tower of Terror Ornament We spotted some of these $29.99 ornaments in Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe in Magic Kingdom and others in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood Studios so keep an eye out for them wherever you see Disney ornaments in the parks! As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest merch updates! Looking for more sweet Christmas ornaments? 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. Which of these new ornaments is your favorite? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney World Newest Ornaments Are SO Cool We Want to LIVE in Them! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The BIGGEST Time Wasters in Disney World — And How To Avoid Them! When Disney World Reopens THESE Are at the Top of Our Must-Do List 10 Things You Can Personalize with Your Name in Disney World! View the full article

We’ve been piecing together what Disney Springs will look like for the holidays this year. Holiday Decorations We already heard that we can expect some fun decorations like snowfall and Christmas Trees, and word from the North Pole is that Santa is cruising down for the occasion too! Now, we know more about the entertainment we’ll see! According to an update to the Disney website, we’ll see more than just snowfall (we do love snoap) and trees, we’ll also spot Toy Soldier Stiltwalkers and Snowflake Skaters in the evenings! Plus, holiday DJs will get the party going at Waterside Stage and Exposition Park. Disney Site Screenshot Woohoo! We’re so excited to spot these doses of Christmas cheer! Stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates and to see PICS when these offerings arrive in Disney Springs! Click here to learn about SANTA in Disney Springs this year! 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! Disney World’s 2020 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Has Been Canceled We Now Have a DATE for When the Christmas Season Will Begin 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! Cinderella Castle in Disney World Will Look TOTALLY Different This Christmas Here’s ALL of the Christmas Entertainment Coming to Disney World This Year! Christmas Trees and More Holiday Offerings Will Be Coming to Disney Springs This Year! Minnie’s Holiday Dine at Hollywood & Vine Is Returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios Are you headed to Disney Springs for the holiday season? Tell us in the comments! The post Toy Soldiers and Snow Skaters? A Look at MORE of the Holiday Entertainment Coming to Disney Springs! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: News: Christmas Trees and More Holiday Offerings Will Be Coming to Disney Springs This Year! Here’s Your ULTIMATE Guide to All the 2019 Gingerbread Displays Coming to Disney World Looking for a Christmas Gift for That Special Guy? Check Out These Unique Accessories in Disney World! View the full article

We’re quickly moving through the fall and getting ready for ALL things merry and bright over at Disney Springs! Disney Springs Holiday Window Display We’ve seen some beautiful holiday decorations pop up here recently, and even spotted some snoap machines being installed! A few weeks ago, we got some initial details about the holiday celebrations coming to Disney Springs, but today we got more details on a holiday scavenger hunt coming soon that the whole family will enjoy! In 2018 and 2019 we got to enjoy Stitch’s Holiday Gift Hunt at Disney Springs. This was a cute game that allowed guests to search throughout Disney Springs for the items on Experiment 626’s lost list! Stitch’s Holiday Gift Hunt But it looks like this year’s scavenger hunt may be getting a bit of a makeover. Today, when we checked the Holidays at Disney Springs website, we noticed that it no longer mentions Stitch’s Holiday Gift Hunt, but instead lists a “Holiday Scavenger Hunt” coming to Disney Springs this year. Specifically, Disney says guests will be able to “Go on a quest across Disney Springs in this new holiday family tradition that respects social distancing guidelines. As you search, don’t forget to check out those stunning themed Christmas Trees for clues!” Gingerbread Coke Oooo we love that the Christmas Tree Stroll is being incorporated! We can’t wait to see what this scavenger hunt looks like. We’re not sure what this year’s Holiday Scavenger Hunt will look like exactly, but we’ll definitely be on the lookout for more information about it online and throughout Disney Springs, and we’ll let you know as soon as we find any updates! Click here to see the two boozy holiday drinks we tried in Disney Springs recently! 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! Disney World’s 2020 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Has Been Canceled We Now Have a DATE for When the Christmas Season Will Begin 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! Cinderella Castle in Disney World Will Look TOTALLY Different This Christmas Here’s ALL of the Christmas Entertainment Coming to Disney World This Year! Christmas Trees and More Holiday Offerings Will Be Coming to Disney Springs This Year! Minnie’s Holiday Dine at Hollywood & Vine Is Returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios Are you excited for this holiday scavenger hunt? Let us know in the comments! The post A Revamped Holiday Scavenger Hunt is Coming to Disney Springs This Year! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: PHOTO: Snoap Machines Are Being Installed in Disney Springs! NEWS! Disney World Announces Two More Christmas Day Menus! Refillable Holiday Mugs Are BACK in Disney World! View the full article

Typically, Mickey is the most famous guy around but that all changes during the Christmas season. That’s when SANTA becomes our favorite fella in the parks! Santa Clause This year there are lots of changes to how Christmas is going to look at Disney World, but we do know that some holiday cheer will be coming to Disney Springs. Now, we know that the big guy will be coming too, and he’s trading in his sleigh for a BOAT! According to the Disney site, Santa won’t be visiting to talk directly to kiddos in the interest of safety. Instead, he’ll be cruising by in Lake Buena Vista in Santa’s Winter Watercade in “a Winter Waterland of colorfully decorated pontoon boats.” We guess his reindeer were busy! Disney Site Screenshot This certainly isn’t how we expected to see Santa this year but we can’t WAIT to wave to the big guy from the shores of Disney Springs! Disney hasn’t shared a date just yet, but as soon as we know we will share the info! We’ve got more holiday updates coming at you right now on DFB so stay tuned! Want to learn more about the Christmas fun coming to Disney Springs? Click here! 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! Disney World’s 2020 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Has Been Canceled We Now Have a DATE for When the Christmas Season Will Begin 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! Cinderella Castle in Disney World Will Look TOTALLY Different This Christmas Here’s ALL of the Christmas Entertainment Coming to Disney World This Year! Christmas Trees and More Holiday Offerings Will Be Coming to Disney Springs This Year! Minnie’s Holiday Dine at Hollywood & Vine Is Returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios Will you be waving at Santa from Disney Springs this year? Tell us in the comments! The post SANTA Is Coming to Disney Springs...by BOAT!? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Looking for a Christmas Gift for That Special Guy? Check Out These Unique Accessories in Disney World! This Annual Passholder Holiday Weekend is Filled With DISCOUNTS and MORE in Disney Springs! Deck Your Halls with the ADORABLE Christmas Tree Trail Posters in Disney Springs! View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. When it comes to hair care, there is one Disney princess who instantly pops into our mind as the undeniable expert. Rapunzel at Fairytale Hall Before we could even recover from the beauty of the light-up Tangled Loungefly, Disney has released a NEW vanity along with some hair accessories and we cannot handle how adorable it all looks! Everyone needs a good spot to get ready in the morning, including kids. Now, they can have their own space themed after our favorite hair care expert, Rapunzel! ©shopDisney The Rapunzel Vanity Tower Play Set looks like something taken straight out of Disney’s Tangled. The legs for the table and chair look like they could have been carved from the trees in the forest surrounding Rapunzel’s tower. (Can you spot a little green friend Pascal on the roof?) ©shopDisney The front of the vanity reminds us of the window in Rapunzel’s tower, where she would stand and watch the lanterns every year on her birthday. But behind these doors are a mirror, that you can rotate for a special surprise. The lantern even lights up and plays “At Last I See the Light,” from the movie! ©shopDisney The playset also comes with some accessories, including flower hair clips, a Pascal clip, and a Tangled themed brush. ©shopDisney Just look at the detail on the back of the brush! ©shopDisney The vanity playset is available on shopDisney, just in time for Christmas, for $69.99. We will keep you updated on any more Tangled merch that we see! Click here to make your vanity dreams come true! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which Disney princess would you trust to style your hair? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney's NEW Tangled Vanity Set Is The Cutest Thing We've Seen All Day first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: A Brand-New Disney Castle Collection is Coming to shopDisney SOON! Celebrate Christmas in July With These NEW Disney Character Ornaments! Wow! A LIGHT UP ‘Tangled’ Loungefly Is Now Available for Pre-Order Online! View the full article

A few weeks ago, the state of California released its theme park reopening guidelines, and according to people close to Disneyland, the guidelines will keep Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure “shuttered for the foreseeable future.” Disneyland gates EXCEPT…the parks aren’t going to stay totally, completely 100% closed. Not too long ago, Disney announced that Buena Vista Street inside Disney California Adventure will open up for dining and shopping. So, what does this actually mean for Disneyland?? Disney California Adventure’s move follows Knott’s Berry Farm, which has been operating various food festivals since September, including Taste of Knott’s, Knott’s Taste of Fall-O-Ween, and the upcoming Knott’s Taste of Merry Farm, while keeping the attractions and rides within its park closed. Disneyland Social Distancing Signs Sea World San Diego also reopened parts of its space with SeaWorld Spooktacular, and Legoland California had some of its dining and retail locations open for Halloween in Miniland. And all of that has us wondering…should Disneyland reopen as a “mall” of sorts? ©Disney We’ve already seen a version of Disneyland space opening up for shopping, with Disney California Adventure’s Backlot Premiere Shop open for a new shopping event inside the Stage 17 building. And with Downtown Disney becoming increasingly crowded, more space could help distance crowds and show California that Disney knows what it’s doing when it comes to COVID-19 precautions. Backlot Premiere Pop-Up So, if Stage 17 and Elias & Co., Julius Katz & Sons, Kingswell Camera Shop, Trolley Treats, Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Cafe, Carthay Circle Lounge, Smokejumpers Grill, and Vending Carts can reopen on Buena Vista Street over at DCA, why can’t Carnation Cafe, Plaza Inn, Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe, the Emporium, Disney Showcase, and other shopping and dining locations open up on Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland proper? Limited capacity and social distancing are what they are and can be maintained in Disneyland likely just as easily at California Adventure. Disneyland’s Carnation Cafe, a Main Street USA Landmark Since 1955 Disney also has a HUGE potential opportunity with the holiday season fast approaching. Perhaps they could reopen as a Christmas on Main Street hard ticketed event, with specialty treats, merchandise, and socially distanced character meet-and-greets. There definitely seems to be a market for this — Knott’s Berry Farm’s Taste of Fall-O-Ween event lasted 25 different days, and they all sold out! With fans clamoring for even a taste of Disneyland, a hard ticketed holiday event would probably be a huge hit! It would also get some of those Cast Members who have been out of work since March back to work. Sleeping Beauty Castle at Christmas Just imagine all those seasonal Disney treats from Jolly Holiday! Peppermint Bark Donut As fun as it is to think about, reopening Disneyland Park even just for limited shopping and dining, is a LOT more complicated than just saying “open ‘er up!.” Though we’ve spotted new health and safety reminders and measures around closed Disneyland, reopening with plexiglass, social distance markers, and personal protection equipment for Cast Members is EXPENSIVE. With Disney Parks already set to lose billions of dollars, the economics or reopening areas of the parks for a relatively small amount of people may just not be profitable enough. Disneyland Gate Both parks have similarly set up shopping and dining options along their main drags in roughly the same proximity. What seems most likely is that Disney could potentially take a “wait and see” approach with what happens with its “extension” of Downtown Disney into Disney California Adventure’s Buena Vista Street. If that goes off without a hitch, we could see the possibility to consider expanding into Walt’s original park. Sure, California Adventure opening for shopping and dining isn’t quite what most guests likely had in mind when they wanted the parks reopened, but it’s a start. For many fans, just getting to step foot on that pavement inside the gates once more may be enough. Regardless, this will provide an opportunity for some of the affected Cast Members to get back to work in the shops and dining and we’ll be waiting to see how everything goes. But the SECOND we hear about anything possibly reopening at Disney’s original theme park, you know we’ll fill you in! When Could Disneyland ACTUALLY Open Based on California’s Reopening Guidelines? 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 think Disneyland Park could reopen shopping and dining? Let us know in the comments! The post Should Disneyland Just Reopen as a MALL? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Everything You Need to Know about Disneyland’s Pixar Fest! PLUS a Printable Pixar Fest Food Checklist! Review: Halloween Time Treats from Disneyland’s Jolly Holiday! News: Special Menus for New Year’s Eve in Disneyland View the full article

We noticed some construction in front of Magic Kingdom’s Cinderella Castle today. Wait…what? Cinderella Castle Stage Yup! You heard us! As we strolled up Main Street, U.S.A. we spotted a STAGE being put together in front of the Castle. With most live entertainment currently on hold and the temporary loo ahs, us wondering if this could be for the modified ABC holiday special? The stage certainly doesn’t look like a permanent fixture as of right now. It’s made up of what appear to be transportable stage bases and flanks the forecastle area. Cinderella Castle Stage We weren’t sure that segments filmed in the parks would be a part of the ABC holiday specials this year with the health modifications, but these stages make us wonder if they might be! Cinderella Castle Stage Whatever the reason, we will be keeping a VERY close eye on these stages to make sure we can report on what they’re for as SOON as we know. Stay tuned! Click here to see more PICS from Magic Kingdom! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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 this stage could be for? Tell us in the comments! The post PICS! A STAGE Is Being Built In Front of Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Cinderella Castle Walkway Officially Reopens at Magic Kingdom! NEW Insta-Worthy Nighttime Magic Shots Are Coming to Disney World Soon! Progress Update! Take a Look at the Cinderella Castle Makeover Happening in Disney World! View the full article

Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa officially reopened just two days ago with new health and safety measures in place. ©Disney Parks Blog To celebrate this long-awaited day, Disney shared a recipe for a fan-favorite drink from Aulani and Walt Disney World! POG Juice has been a long-time breakfast drink choice for many Disney guests! In fact, the combination of pineapple, orange, and guava has been so popular that it has inspired similar drinks that you can find in your local grocery store. But today, we’re sharing the recipe for you to make the original — 12 whole cups of it! Topolino’s Terrace Breakfast a la Art POG Juice The ingredients you’ll need: 4 cups of passion fruit juice 4 cups of orange juice 4 cups of guava juice Directions: Mix all ingredients together in a one-gallon pitcher. Serve over ice in tall glasses. POG Juice That’s it. Really, that’s all! We told you it was easy! Check Out More Disney Recipes You Can Try at Home HERE! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be trying this POG Juice recipe? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney Recipe: Make Your Own POG Juice at Home! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Recipe! Make the Famous Cliff Dweller Mocktail from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at HOME! Disney Recipe: Go on a Trip to Hawaii with Disney’s Acai Bowl Recipe from Aulani Resort! Disney Recipe: Try The Grey Stuff With This Recipe From Disney World and Disneyland! View the full article

Disney’s Art of Animation Resort is OPEN! Art of Animation Reopening As you can probably imagine, this resort’s quick-service location, Landscape of Flavors, is open too. And with the reopening, this spot has gotten some menu changes! Let’s take a look! We recently spotted some big changes to the Landscape of Flavors menu, so these new ones are in addition to the pre-reopening ones. The changes we noticed today apply to the Breakfast Kid’s Menu and a few of the all-day offerings. Let’s dive in! Breakfast Kid’s Menu Changes The Breakfast Platter (scrambled eggs, potatoes, and bacon) has been replaced with Scrambled Eggs served with a Dannon Danimals Smoothie, Apple Slices, and milk or a water bottle. Art of Animation Reopening We also saw a slight price increase on one of the sides with Grapes now priced at $5.69. Dessert Changes Now on to those all-day items! Landscape of Flavors Cupcakes With the reopening of the resort, we saw the return of some favorites to the menu including the Mermaid Tail Cupcake, the Mickey Bar, the Mickey Cupcake, and the Strawberry Fruit Bar. Grab and Go Changes Two Mickey Rice Treats have been added to the menu, one chocolate-covered and one plain. These come with the removal of the special Finding Nemo, Cars, The Lion King, and The Little Mermaid Rice Treats. Pastry Case Uncrustables are available as well. Beverages Changes You can now get Seagram’s Ginger Ale in a 12-oz can instead of a 1-liter bottle. You also might notice some minor price changes to Joffrey’s Coffee offerings and some juices. Landscape of Flavors Dining Room The Cutwater Bloody Mary and the Kahlua Mudslide have both been removed from the menu. Grab and Go Beverages There have been a number of changes to the beer menu. The 6-pack Bud Light, 6-pack Coors Light, 6-pack Miller Lite, 6-pack Corona Extra, and Stella Artois have all been removed from the menu. Refillable Resort Mugs at Landscape of Flavors There have been additions too! The Stella Artois Lager, Angry Orchard Crisp Apple Hard Cider, Heineken, Bud Light Lime, Michelob Ultra, Miller Lite, Yuengling, Budweiser, and Coors Light have all been added. Landscape of Flavors As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest menu updates from around Disney World! Click here to learn more about the opening of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort! 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 Landscape of Flavors? Tell us in the comments! The post Spotted! More Menu Updates at Disney's Art of Animation Resort! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Disney’s Art of Animation and Pop Century Resorts: July 4th Fun, a Cuddly Cupcake, and Phone Flippers (?!) Review: Is This Surf & Surf “Burger” in Disney World Still a Food Court Favorite? What’s New at Disney’s Pop Century and Art of Animation Resorts — Character Cupcakes, Menu Changes, and Halloween Merch! View the full article

It may only be November, but we are already stocking up on ALL the holiday merchandise and holiday snacks. Holiday Merchandise If you’re a big pin collector, we’ve spotted some cute holiday pins as well, but recently we spotted even more — and these are each themed to the different Disney World Resort hotels! We found these fun pins in Disney’s Contemporary Resort. What’s great is that you can either try to get the whole collection (if that’s what you like) or you can just get a pin to represent your favorite resort or the one you’re staying at during your trip this holiday season! Disney Hotel Holiday Pins Let’s get a closer look at these pins! We’ll start with the Deluxe Resorts. Sleeping Beauty, Flora, Fauna, and Merryweather look like they’re ready for a festive stay at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa in this beautiful holiday pin. Grand Floridian Holiday Pin Simba, Timon, and Pumba, however, are sure to have a WILD time over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge as they celebrate the holiday season. Animal Kingdom Lodge Holiday Pin To commemorate your stay during the holiday season at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, you can grab this adorable Hei Hei pin! Polynesian Holiday Pin Or, you can opt for this cute pin featuring Dumbo and Timothy Q. Mouse having a jolly holly holiday over at Disney’s BoardWalk Resort. BoardWalk Holiday Pin We also spotted this holiday pin for Disney’s Wilderness Lodge with Humphrey the Bear… Wilderness Lodge Holiday Pin …and this one covered in colorful sea shells, with Ariel and Flounder in the middle, representing Disney’s Beach Club Resort! Beach Club Holiday Pin In terms of the Moderate resorts, we found a pin featuring Minnie Mouse dressed as a pirate and ready to have a swashbuckling good time over at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort for the holidays! Caribbean Beach Pin There is also a Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort holiday pin with Panchito… Coronado Springs Resort Pin …and a Disney’s Port Orleans Resort holiday pin with Tiana and Ray! And is that Evangeline too? Too cute! Port Orleans Pin For the value resorts, we found an awesome pin with King Triton and Sebastian for Disney’s Art of Animation Resort… Art of Animation Holiday Pin …and a pin featuring Lady and the Tramp celebrating the holidays at Disney’s Pop Century Resort! Pop Century Resort Holiday Pin There was also a Disney’s Riviera Resort holiday pin with Donald and Daisy Duck… Disney’s Riviera Resort Holiday Pin …a pin with Santa Mickey for Disney’s Old Key West Resort… Old Key West Holiday Pin …a holiday pin for Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground with Goofy… Fort Wilderness Holiday Pin …and one with Belle, Mrs. Potts, and more from Beauty and the Beast to represent Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa. Saratoga Springs Holiday Pin It was quite the Disney World Resort hotel holiday pin extravaganza! We truly love how each of them is designed to look like a wreath (so they’d actually all look really nice and somewhat uniform in shape if placed next to each other), but they’ve all got their own special details making them very unique. We’re on the hunt for all the latest and greatest holiday merchandise, so be sure to come back for more updates! Click here to check out the 3 holiday cookies that have arrived at Disney’s Contemporary Resort! 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! Disney World’s 2020 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Has Been Canceled We Now Have a DATE for When the Christmas Season Will Begin 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! Cinderella Castle in Disney World Will Look TOTALLY Different This Christmas Here’s ALL of the Christmas Entertainment Coming to Disney World This Year! Christmas Trees and More Holiday Offerings Will Be Coming to Disney Springs This Year! Minnie’s Holiday Dine at Hollywood & Vine Is Returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios Which Disney World Resort hotel is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Check Out These Festive Disney World Hotel Holiday Pins! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: BREAKING NEWS! Here’s the Full List of Confirmed Disney World Hotel Reopening Dates! The BEST 31 Disney World Snacks You’ll ONLY Find at the HOTELS! Did Somebody Say Hotel DISCOUNT?! We’re Looking at You, Disney World Annual Passholders! View the full article

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Although much of Disney World has reopened, some hotels and attractions will remain closed through November. Magic Kingdom However, please note that at least one hotel has actually REOPENED in November — Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. Disney Hotels Closed In November 2020 Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort will remain closed through 2020, but does have a solid reopening date — the value resort will reopen on February 9th, 2021. All-Star Movies Resort Guests will be able to make reservations at the resort for trips after that date. Learn more about the Reopening of All-Star Movies Resort Here Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort will not reopen, though, until the summer of 2021 due to a Moana-themed refurbishment. DVC Villas and Bungalows remain open at this time. Polynesian Lobby Recently the monorail station has closed at the Poly and we have already started to see progress on the exterior of the hotel. We can’t wait to see how the hotel will look once the refurbishments are done! Learn More about the Polynesian Refurbishment here! Here are the other resorts that are still closed in November: Animal Kingdom Lodge Animal Kingdom Villas Jambo House All-Star Sports Resort All-Star Music Resort Beach Club Resort Boardwalk Inn Wilderness Lodge Port Orleans Resort However, please note that the following hotels DO have Disney Vacation Club rooms open, though the resorts are technically “closed”: Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village Boulder Ridge Villas and Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Beach Club Villas Boardwalk Villas Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows Attractions Closed for November 2020 Magic Kingdom Both Tom Sawyer Island and the Liberty Square Riverboat are currently closed for refurbishment. These refurbishments are currently planned to last through February 28th, 2021. We have already seen Rivers of America drained as Disney refurbishes the area. Rivers of America Drained The PeopleMover, which experienced some technical difficulties prior to Disney World’s historic closure has yet to reopen. Since then, we have seen rolling refurbishment extensions and at this time the PeopleMover’s refurbishment has been extended into 2021. You can read more about the PeopleMover’s situation here. The Walt Disney Railroad, which is closed due to the construction work taking place on TRON Lightcycle Run, is also still not running. A reopening date has not been shared at this time. Guests are able to take photos in front of the train at the Fantasyland station. The Walt Disney Railroad Other closed attractions at Magic Kingdom include: Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station Enchanted Tales with Belle Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade Main Street Vehicles Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor A Pirate’s Adventure — Treasures of the Seven Seas Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor EPCOT Over at EPCOT, Turtle Talk with Crush is still closed for November, along with the following: Advanced Training Lab Bruce’s Shark World Project Tomorrow: Inventing the Wonders of the Future Turtle Talk with Crush Frozen Ever After is also undergoing a short refurbishment and will be closed from November 2 – November 6. Sign near Frozen Ever After Luckily this is a VERY short refurb, so the attraction will be open for most of November. Read more about the Frozen Ever After refurb here! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Star Wars: Launch Bay is currently closed. The location is being used as a relaxation station where guests can go to take off their masks for a little while. So technically, it IS open, but at this moment you can’t meet all your favorite Star Wars pals inside. Outdoor Relaxation Station area at Star Wars: Launch Bay Voyage of the Little Mermaid is also temporarily unavailable at this time. Voyage of the Little Mermaid Animal Kingdom Guests wanting to get up and close with animals at the Affection Section will just have to wait a little longer to do so — it’s still closed. The same also goes for the Boneyard Play Area in DinoLand. The Boneyard ©Disney Festival of the Lion King and Finding Nemo — The Musical are temporarily unavailable at this time as well. Festival of the Lion King These indoor shows do not have reopening dates at this time. You can read more about these closures here! So there you have it, everything that’s still closed at Disney World in November. We’ll keep an eye on resorts and attractions, and as they reopen, we’ll let you know! Here’s EVERYTHING Reopening at Disney’s Art of Animation and the Big Blue Pool Refurb Schedule! 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 visiting Disney World in November? Let us know in the comments! The post Here Are the Disney World Hotels and Attractions that Are Closed in November 2020 first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: 6 Tips for Planning a Disney World Trip During Hurricane Season ALL the LIMITED TIME TREATS Coming to Disney World and Disneyland for MICKEY’S 90TH BIRTHDAY Celebration!! What’s New Around Walt Disney World: August 18, 2016 View the full article

Aloha! This week, Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa began welcoming guests once again to our vacation paradise in beautiful Ko Olina, Hawai’i. As guests begin floating along the Waikolohoe Valley lazy river we are reminiscing about how Aulani Resort became a magical destination. In honor of the resort’s reopening, check out the video below where Jeanette Lomboy, Creative Executive for Aulani Resort for Walt Disney Imagineering and Shelby Jiggetts-Tivony, Vice President of Creative and Advanced Development for Disney Parks and Entertainment takes us back to the creation of a resort that combines the wonder of Disney with the beauty of Hawai’i in one legendary vacation destination. You will hear first-hand details about how they worked closely with the community to learn about Hawaii’s rich cultural heritage and incorporated elements important to the Hawaiian people including ‘ohana (family), storytelling and magic into the planning. They describe the legend of the Menehune, secrets to discover at the resort, the role of Aunty and Uncle and much more that you will discover at Aulani Resort. For more on the reopening of Aulani Resort, visit Aulani.com, and for more #DisneyMagicMoments like this one, be sure to keep checking with us here at the Disney Parks Blog. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/RktJV8Pt_bkView the full article

What happens when Disney villains crash a party? ©Disney Apparently, they become the most popular folks in town! We’ve been keeping up with the Disney Designer Collection Midnight Masquerade Villains line AND how quickly it’s been selling out. Now, another villainess is already SOLD OUT online! The Midnight Masquerade Collectible Evil Queen Doll hit the virtual shelves for $129.99 this morning and the 5,000 available products are already GONE! Wow, that was fast! ©Disney We get it! She is definitely a sight to behold. ©Disney These dolls each debut with a set of pins as well and the Midnight Masquerade Evil Queen Pin Set (at $29.99) sold out even FASTER than the doll did! ©Disney Wowza! IMO this is one of the prettiest dolls in the collection so far, so we totally get why she disappeared so quickly. You can keep an eye on DFB for ALL the updates on limited merchandise releases! Stay tuned! Click here to learn more about the VILLAINS collection! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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. Did you get your hands on the Evil Queen Doll? Tell us in the comments! The post The Evil Queen Has Some Fans! These Latest Disney Designer Doll SOLD OUT Fast! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Lots of NEW Collections Are Taking Over shopDisney This Fall! Check Them Out Here! Would YOU Spend Almost $800 To Pre-Order This Limited Edition Disney Merch?! Disney’s Ursula Midnight Masquerade Collection Will NOT Use MerchPass! View the full article

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Earlier this year, a Disney executive noted that cruising would likely be the last of Disney’s business to resume operation. Although the CDC’s no-sail order has expired, a series of new requirements have been announced that cruise companies will have to meet before they can sail again. ©Disney In early September, Disney Cruise Line had canceled its sailings through mid-December, but now that suspension period has been extended. Today, Disney Cruise Line released a statement noting that they are “carefully reviewing the guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and working together with industry partners on a path to resuming operations.” But, as they continue to refine their protocols and take all of the steps necessary to get sailing again, they have decided at this time to cancel all departures from now through December 31st, 2020. ©Disney Magic Here’s a list of all the sailings that are impacted: Screenshot from the Disney Cruise Line Website If your sailing is affected by this change and you already paid your reservation in full, you will be offered the choice of a cruise credit for a future sailing or a full refund. If you haven’t already paid for your cruise in full, you’ll automatically receive a refund of whatever you’ve paid so far. Guests and travel agents impacted by this change should be receiving an email from Disney Cruise Line soon outlining all of the details. Captain Minnie ©Disney If you booked your cruise through a travel agent, you should contact your travel agent directly with any questions you may have. If you booked through Disney Cruise Line directly, you can call (866) 325-6685 or (407) 566-7797 to speak with a Disney Cast Member about any questions you may have. ©Disney Cruise Line Disney isn’t alone in making this decision to cancel all cruises through the end of 2020. According to the Orlando Sentinel, member companies of Cruise Line International Association, which includes Disney Cruise Line as well as Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, and many others, have agreed to voluntarily suspend all sailings from U.S. ports until 2021. Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Dream In a statement issued by CLIA, the Association indicated that they “continue to plan for a gradual and highly-controlled return of cruise operations in the U.S.” and that CLIA members are “committed to implementing stringent measures to address COVID-19 safety, including 100% testing of passengers and crew, expanded onboard medical capabilities, and trial sailings, among many others.” Although the CDC no-sail order has expired, cruise companies must now meet the requirements set forth in the CDC’s “Framework for Conditional Sailing Order.” Castaway Cay We’ll definitely be on the lookout for any future updates or changes regarding Disney Cruise Line and we’ll let you know what we find. Click here to read more about the suspension of the no-sail order and the new requirements that have been announced for cruise companies to resume their sailings. 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 a Disney Cruise Line adventure scheduled for 2021? Let us know in the comments. The post NEWS: Disney Cruise Line Suspends All Departures Through the End of the Year first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disney Cruise Line Website Updated to Reflect the Suspension of All Departures Through Mid-December DFB Video: 6 Best Ways to Get a Discount on a Disney Cruise! Review! Hop on Over for these Easter Treats on the Disney Cruise Line! View the full article

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex sets next launch-and-movie session. Participants can see launch of SpaceX Falcon 9, “Hubble.” View the full article

The 2020 holiday season is starting now at Disney World! And, here at the DFB we’re kicking it off with the launch of the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2020 e-Book! 2020 Holiday Guide We’ve been busy as elves (HA!) updating all the latest holiday tips and brand new info you NEED to know before you head to Walt Disney World for the holiday season. This year the holidays at Disney World are going to look A LOT different and we’ve updated the Guide to include ALL the information you need to have a great holiday visit. Use promo code CANDYCANE and get 20% off the cover price of the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2020! We cover EVERYTHING in this one — not just food! With more than 400 pages of detailed information, over 400 color photos, and multiple bonus extras, this e-book WILL save you time and money during a very busy season in Walt Disney World! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/DFB-Guide-Testimonial-21.png http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/DFB-Guide-Testimonial-14.png http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/DFB-Guide-Testimonial-2.png What’s in the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2020? The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2020 e-Book is chock full of all the info you need to know before you head to Walt Disney World for the holiday season. The fully-updated 2020 edition includes: Detailed descriptions of what is happening at the parks and resorts this year — including changes you need to know about for 2020, and tips on how to make the best use of your time and money when visiting! A full chapter dedicated to all “New for 2020” events, dining options, and more, including Epcot’s Festival of the Holidays, new holiday fun, and more! A fully comprehensive holiday dining section with listings of holiday snacks, treats, meals, and menu items that could be offered this year — from popcorn kiosks all the way to Signature Restaurants. Updated chapter on where to dine with no advance dining reservations. Updated chapter on 10 must-eat snacks this holiday season. A Schedule of Holiday Events so you can see at-a-glance what looks interesting to you. Our recommendations on ways to SAVE while you’re in Disney World this holiday season. Updated Scavenger Hunts for every theme park A Preview of the 2021 Holidays in Disney World And more! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Holiday Fun! You’re probably paying a lot of money for your Disney holiday vacation…and we’re here to make sure you get the biggest bang for your buck! And with the holiday season quickly approaching, the time is now to get those plans in order! As always, we’ve made this guide instantly downloadable for your convenience. It’s easily installed on your mobile devices. And this guide is guaranteed to help you better plan a memorable holiday trip, or your money back — we all know that your vacation time (and budget) are limited and we want you to get the most out of your visit! DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays Bonus Items Of course, the guide includes customized bonus items that go above and beyond any other holiday season coverage currently available. These include: Themed holiday crawls Customized Holiday Touring Strategies for A full section on great holiday activities and events for kids And more! We even have an updated and expanded FAQ section that answers questions you didn’t even know you had! Both veterans and those new to the Walt Disney World holidays will appreciate knowing what they are getting before spending time and vacation dollars. Whether you want to sample treats, enjoy a show, savor a holiday meal, or find the best activity for your family, The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2020 will help you discover the right strategy for you. Don’t forget — for easy access in the parks, put the guide on your smartphone or iPad! Order your copy now for the discount price of $11.96 (regularly $14.95) with code CANDYCANE! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Ready-set-shop-icon.png Bundle and Save Even MORE! For a great deal, visit the DFB Store and check out the DFB Holiday Bundle which includes the pre-order of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2021 (plus the 2020 edition as a free, instant download), and the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2020! Get the Holiday Bundle! Remember, when you order the Holiday Bundle NOW you’ll get the 2020 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining as a FREE instant download…and the 2021 DFB Guide will be emailed to you when it’s published in early 2021! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/shop-now-png.png Wanna know more before you commit? See what other readers just like you are saying about our collection of DFB Guide Books at the DFB Store Testimonials Page! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/DFB-Guide-Testimonial-16.png http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/DFB-Guide-Testimonial-9.png Bring Them With You Wherever You Go! As always, we’ve made all of our e-books instantly downloadable for your convenience, and easily installed on your mobile devices. Take them with you into the parks to get easy access to all the info you need…WHEN you need it! Use code CANDYCANE and get 20% off the cover price today when you order the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2020! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Ready-set-shop-icon.png Remember, we have a 100% money-back guarantee on all of our guides! The post Start Your Holiday Planning TODAY with the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2020 first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: It’s HERE! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2018 is YOURS! Happy Valentine’s Week! Start Your Vacation Planning NOW with 40% off EVERYTHING at the DFB Store! It’s HERE! Grand Launch of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2020 Edition View the full article

Recently, Lucasfilm and Disney announced that they are partnering up with FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology), the global nonprofit organization, once again for the 2020-2021 youth robotics season, FIRST GAME CHANGERS powered by Star Wars: Force for Change. The announcement video features some familiar faces from the Star Wars universe that you just might recognize. In this year’s sports and fitness-themed season, students around the world will compete in robotics challenges, exploring what it means to. Be “forces for change” by revolutionizing the way we play and move so people of all abilities and skill levels can participate. The ongoing collaboration with FIRST, a global community that reaches more than 679,000 students in over 100 countries, enables Disney and Lucasfilm to expand access to science, technology, engineering and math learning to more young people around the world to help them envision a brighter, more inclusive future. The Star Wars: Force for Change philanthropic initiative provides students with financial, in-kind and mentorship resources. For more than two decades, Walt Disney Imagineering has provided sponsorship and mentorship to FIRST with unique educational opportunities that feature Star Wars characters, stories and experiences, some even inspired by the adventures found inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort. For more updates on what Disney and Lucasfilm will do in partnership with FIRST for the 2020-2021 season, stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog! http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/HvtkWl4WkD0View the full article

Would you be surprised if we told you there’s construction in EPCOT? Probably not. Spaceship Earth EPCOT is certainly Disney World’s work-in-progress park, but hey, the EPCOT Transformation is in full swing! We’ve seen permits for new foundations and Innoventions East construction in Future World — and now we have another peek at the work going on! This morning, Walt Disney Imagineering filed a permit with The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company (a firm doing a LOT of the lifting on the EPCOT Transformation) for “Project G: 202-1.” Permit Screenshot Project G has so far referred to Project Gamma, being the assumed code name for the work on the EPCOT Transformation. The address on this permit is for the address coded to Innoventions East, so the permit likely has to do with updates for World Celebration. Breezeway to Future World East Otherwise, the permit doesn’t give us TOO much information on what kind of work they’re doing. The number in the description could mean the permit is for a whole new phase of work detailed in internal documents. Fountain View Construction As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates when it comes to the work in Future World and beyond! Click here to learn more about the behind-the-scenes work in Future 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 about the results of the EPCOT Transformation? Tell us in the comments! The post Work Continues on the EPCOT Transformation With a NEW Disney World Imagineering Permit! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Could We Be Strolling Through World Celebration Soon? The EPCOT Transformation Just Keeps Moving Forward! A New Disney Permit Shows that Work Is Continuing on Future World in EPCOT Could Spaceship Earth Be Closing Soon in Epcot? We Found a Few Clues… View the full article

Member cruise lines of Cruise Lines International Association, which includes Disney, Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian and most others, have opted to not sail from U.S. ports until at least Jan. 1, 2021. View the full article