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While Disney incorporates some AWESOME technological features into its parks, mishaps and glitches are bound to happen at some point or another. The Cinderella Castle Moat is Full! Recently, we’ve seen Rise of the Resistance shut down multiple times, a Splash Mountain log flume boat sink, and a few other problems around Disney World. But, today, it looks like the Disney World app — My Disney Experience — is having a few technical difficulties of its own! After a few readers reached out to let us know they were having trouble accessing their Plans on the app, we accessed My Disney Experience to find a notice that some of Disney’s “digital experiences may be unavailable at this time.” ©Disney Disney is working on fixing the problems on My Disney Experience app at the moment. However, if you’re experiencing difficulties, you may try to use a computer to access your plans, or access your account via web browser on a mobile device if you’re in the parks. If you cannot use either, be sure to stop by a Guest Service kiosk in the parks for help from a Cast Member! We’ll make sure to keep you updated on the situation throughout the day. Here’s all the news you need to know about Disney World from this week! Are you in Disney World today? Let us know what park you’re visiting in the comments below! Related posts: Disney World Hotel Guests Are Receiving “Must Read” Health Acknowledgment Through My Disney Experience! Do the Old Plush Rush Over to Disney Springs to Get These NEW Toy Story Socks! What’s New in Disney Springs: Merch That’s Flying Off Shelves and the Reopening of SO. MANY. BARS! View the full article

We’ve had some seriously fantastic food around EPCOT recently. Special Edition Macarons Collection From new special edition macaron sets to a deliciously cheesy treat at a Food & Wine Festival booth that opened this weekend, our taste buds have been in a true flavor paradise lately! Recently, we spotted another new seasonal treat and it’s berry good! The France pavilion has brought us new Minnie ears, new kitchen merchandise, and delicious food lately. Très magnifique! Now, we’ve found a new refreshing treat you’ll definitely want to check out during your next trip! Over in the back of the pavilion, you’ll find L’Artisan des Glaces. You can get some fantastic ice cream, sorbet, and more at this spot. L’Artisan des Glaces If you’re looking to meld your love for macarons with your love for ice cream, then you’ll definitely want to check out their seasonal macaron ice cream sandwiches. When we stopped by this weekend, we found the seasonal speciality was Raspberry Vanilla Swirl Ice Cream sandwiched between Raspberry Macarons. Raspberry Macaron Ice Cream Sandwich We loved how colorful this sweet treat was! The macaron offered a great texture difference that balanced the snack nicely, and the ice cream was wonderfully cool and refreshing. It was particularly nice after a walk around World Showcase in the Florida heat! Raspberry Macaron Ice Cream Sandwich It is a seasonal offering, so if you love raspberry, you’ll want to grab one of these before new flavors take over. The next time you’re walking around EPCOT, be sure to take a trip to this spot. You may just find your new favorite Disney snack! We’ll keep an eye out for the very best in Disney food news and let you know what we find! The Spain booth is back at the Food & Wine Festival! Click here to check out our review. What’s your go-to treat from L’Artisan des Glaces? Tell us all about it in the comments! Related posts: Oh Là Là! A NEW Special Edition Macaron Set Has Appeared in EPCOT! Review: Staying Cool at L’Artisan des Glaces in Disney World’s Epcot Review! Gingerbread Ice Cream at L’Artisan Des Glaces Returns to Epcot’s Festival of the Holidays! View the full article

We’ve been hard at work scoping out all the news for you this week. Today we have all the details on the latest in the Disney World theme parks and MORE! Perfect Ears for Fall! See all of our coverage on Disney park reopenings HERE. We still have a LOT to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in… . TOP STORIES Bob Iger tweets that new CDC guidelines story is “horrifying.” Have any cases of COVID-19 been tracked back to Disney World? ‘Black Panther’ star Chadwick Boseman dies at age 43. Florida’s governor says he’s open to Disney World raising park capacity when the time is right. California’s governor says discussions about reopening Disneyland are ‘forthcoming.” <— DISNEYLAND UPDATE NBA referees held a peaceful protest at Disney World. Disneyland releases statement about the removal of Splash Mountain music from resort background loop. The Spain booth has opened at the Taste of EPCOT Food and Wine Festival! <—FESTIVAL NEWS The Alps booth is back and open at the Taste of EPCOT Food and Wine Festival! Two of our favorite Dole Whip floats are back at the Magic Kingdom. What Every Disney Fan is Thinking But Won’t Say Disney World Reopening NEWS! We finally received our Tinker Bell Annual Passholder magnet in the mail. These are the Disney discounts you should be taking advantage of. Check out the Park Pass availability for Labor Day Weekend. See how Disney World is making its golf courses safe for guests. Find out when the Halloween decorations and more are coming to Disney World. <— HALLOWEEN NEWS How to stay socially distanced in a downpour at Disney World. Disney World is bracing cast members for extended furloughs. Face masks will be required for the “foreseeable future” in Orange County, Florida. <— MASK NEWS Disney World’s Yacht Club Resort has reopened. Hollywood Studios Park Passes are gone for Passholder on Halloween. All the News From the Disney Parks What’s new at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Universal is set to lay off 1,000 more employees. Check out what’s new in Disney Springs. A new ‘Haunted Mansion’ movie is reportedly in the works. See how Shanghai Disney Resort and Disneyland Paris are celebrating fall. See what’s new at Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios. Check out what’s new at EPCOT right now. See more here. Disney has removed the Splash Mountain game from the Play Disney Parks app. Disney’s 2023 film schedule is still on track. See what’s new at Disneyland’s Downtown Disney. We spotted live stormtroopers on Rise of the Resistance this week. <— FUN NEWS Check out the entertainment coming to Disney World this fall. Here’s a first look at Disney’s ‘Raya and The Last Dragon.’ The Grand Floridian walkway to the Magic Kingdom has been confirmed. The NBA will continue the playoffs at Disney World after postponing games. Former Disney exec Kevin Mayer resigns as TikTok CEO after 100 days on the job. Disney World guest charged with striking a security guard over mask policy. Check out the latest update about EPCOT’s transformation. See what’s new at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. How long could Disney’s Aulani Resort remain closed? Port Canaveral makes predictions for the 2021 cruising season. Rise of the Resistance changes you need to know about. Check out what’s new at the Magic Kingdom right now. Disneyland Paris is reducing park hours in September. Check out the latest teaser trailer for ‘Mulan.’ See the latest update on Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure. Do you remember these Disney World ride renovations? The first fall decorations have arrived at the Magic Kingdom. DFB Reviews and Food News We’re surprised these restaurants aren’t open yet at Disney World. We reviewed three new Instagrammable cake bars in Disney Springs. Check out the not-so-secret menu items at Vivoli il Gelato. You can get three off-the-menu items at this restaurant in Animal Kingdom. A boozy pumpkin treat has returned to EPCOT. Check out the new macaron trio in EPCOT’s France Pavilion. Is it still worth it to visit The Edison without the entertainment? We found the ‘Hocus Pocus’ cookies at our local grocery store. The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic is back in a new way. <— MORE FESTIVAL NEWS A Madame Leota sipper is coming to Disney World this fall. Check out all the Halloween treats coming to Disney World very soon. <— HALLOWEEN EATS What Disney World restaurant might be reopening soon? These are all the Disney World restaurants on the new Walk-Up Waitlist feature. Check out the new cocktails on the menu at Wine Bar George. There’s a new discount on Ghirardelli chocolate. A new banana pudding shake is coming to Black Tap in Downtown Disney. We reviewed the chicken rice bowl at Pecos Bill in the Magic Kingdom. See what Disney World restaurant just added Mobile Order. Joffrey’s has just introduced a blend for Disney’s Riviera Resort. The Pumpkin Spice Latte is back at Disney World Starbucks. A NEW popcorn bucket has finally arrived at Disney World. We shared a review of Capt. Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. There is another new seasonal latte flavor in Disney World that is not PSL. Beach Club Marketplace has closed for refurbishment. More Food and Wine Festival scavenger hunt prizes are available now. See where this Instagrammable drink is available now at Magic Kingdom. Room service has returned to one Disney World hotel. Must-Have Merchandise Check out our DFB Halloween masks and a discount! <— MORE DFB MASKS More 2020 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival merchandise is coming soon. Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction ears are in EPCOT right now! These new Minnie Ears are perfect for fall! You’ve gotta check out these Disney Halloween inflatables. We spotted some new, must-have tiki mugs! Check out these new bags from Danielle Nicole. We spotted a cute new Zero plush at Disney World. We found a new mug from Disney/Pixar’s ‘Soul.’ Check out this new Baby Yoda MagicBand. This the cutest Baby Yoda merchandise we’ve ever seen. There’s a new Hollywood Studios MagicBand. You won’t believe what Disney is selling for $600 online. Check out the new navy blue Mickey Mouse face mask. Take a look at the new merchandise coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Here are 12 Disney Halloween costumes for less than $30. Check out the Halloween merch we spotted in Downtown Disney. We spotted some fun new Disney Pandora charms. This random piece of Halloween merchandise is back at Disney World. The Halloween treats CROCS have been restocked. Check out the fun merchandise for Pluto’s 90th birthday. We spotted all the new NBA Playoffs merchandise at Disney World. More Alien Remix toys have been spotted! Check out this fun Happily Ever After tumbler we found at Magic Kingdom. We found a new Baby Yoda coffee mug at Disney World. Where can you get 6 pairs of Disney ears for the price of 1? Some unique souvenirs are back at the Magic Kingdom. These are the 5 pieces of Haunted Mansion merchandise we want right now. Check out this new limited edition MagicBand. We spotted new MagicBands with Mickey Mouse and Orange Bird. Check out the new Baby Yoda Christmas ornament. And check out more Christmas merch here. There’s a new limited edition Mickey Mouse MagicBand. Check out all these new Loungefly bags. The newest Disney Vera Bradley collection is available online. New Disney attractions face masks are now available online. NEW DFB YouTube Videos What You Can and Can’t Eat in Disney World Right Now 10 Best Ways to Spend $100 in Disney World The Latest Disney Parks News The Disney Park Reopening — Everything You Need to Know Here’s what we know about the reopenings and and travel to Disney World and Disneyland. <—IMPORTANT READ! Disney World and Disneyland closure questions answered. <–ALL FAQs ANSWERED A step-by-step guide to canceling, refunding, or rescheduling your Disney vacation. Should you cancel your Disney World vacation? <—IMPORTANT READ! New DFB Video — What Every Disney Fan is Thinking But Won’t Say Have you subscribed to the DFB YouTube Channel? We’ve got FOUR brand new videos EVERY WEEK showcasing our adventures in Disney World and Disneyland! This week, we’re sharing our latest video: What Every Disney Fan is Thinking But Won’t Say! — and don’t forget to subscribe here.  Deal of the Week: Order the 2020 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining for 25% off It’s time to order the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2020 e-book! Get the 2020 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining With over 700 pages of full-color photos, tips on the best restaurants, an ENTIRE chapter on snacks — including the best snack credit values throughout the parks and resorts — and a full break-down of whether the Disney Dining Plan is worth it for your family, now’s the time to get started! What’s in the DFB Guide? The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full to overflowing with tools and features to make your trip go smoothly, including: A 5-Step Strategy for Disney Dining Planning, covering everything you need to know from budgeting and booking to kids’ meals, dining discounts, and fireworks. A comprehensive and in-depth look at EVERY Disney World restaurant, kiosk, bar, and lounge, including our personal tips to ensure a positive and stress-free dining experience. Four free, downloadable worksheets for planning your trip. These worksheets are designed to help you execute all the steps of planning the perfect Disney dining experience. And they’re reusable for all of your future trips! Seven sample one-day dining itineraries for a head-start on planning. A comprehensive index of bars and lounges WITH reviews. An often under-appreciated option for both dining and entertainment, the e-Book devotes a whole index to the topic. The ability to be read on your mobile device or computer! It’s fully portable right in your pocket! You can order your copy today for 25% off the cover price! Just use code WDW2020! On to the Round-Up! Mickey Fix shared this fun Mickey Mouse Candy Bowl. WDW for Grownups shared news about cupcake delivery at Disney World. Disney Parks Blog shared a recipe for White Chocolate Budino. Disney Family shared a recipe for Hidden Mickey Toast. Don’t Miss ANY Disney Food News! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! 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While movie theaters have started to re-open, Disney+ has decided to release Mulan on its streaming platform for an additional $30 price tag. Mulan Preview Since the film’s theatrical debut was delayed indefinitely, the option to watch the movie with Premier Access has been a bit controversial. Fans have felt torn over their want to watch Mulan and the extra cost on top of their Disney+ subscription. However, Disney+ has provided an update to their Mulan streaming according to Screen Rant! Where viewers can pre-order the movie before it’s released through Premier Access on September 4th, the Mulan page states that the film will be released “to all Disney+ subscribers on December 4, 2020.” ©Screen Rant Once guests purchase the movie in September, they’ll be able to watch it as many times as they want on the streaming service. However, if viewers would rather wait to stream it for free, Mulan‘s shift to a free format in December could be due to Disney’s hope to release the film in theaters in these upcoming months. Mulan Preview Disney hasn’t announced a theatrical release date just yet. But, in the meantime, you can watch a sneak peek of the movie in Disney’s Hollywood Studios or the newest trailer before streaming it soon! Here’s everything coming to Disney+ in September! Will you be streaming Mulan on Disney+? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Life Is the Bubbles! Today’s International Mermaid Day (and We’re Celebrating with Some Disney Magic)! NEWS! New Film Release Dates Announced For Mulan, Jungle Cruise, Black Widow, and More! DFB Video — Latest Disney News: Disneyland Opening Postponed, a Splash Mountain is Changing & Park Reservations! View the full article

Although we’ve been spending our time in Disney World to give you a full look at what’s happening in the parks, there has been SO MUCH going on over at Universal Orlando! Universal Orlando Resort While Halloween Horror Nights has been canceled, the Tribute Store has been decked out in a whole new Beetlejuice room and lots of spooky treats. But, the Florida theme parks are having to keep up with the times by making modifications regularly. According to WESH 2 News, Universal Orlando Resort Hotels will have to furlough more than 1,000 employees again, despite the parks’ attendance doing well at the moment. Universal Studios Resort Universal gave notice that some of its resort employees would be laid off for six months or longer (and quite possibly permanently). As the parks have reduced their amount of Team Members, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, Universal’s Aventura Hotel, and Universal’s Endless Summer Resort – Dockside Inn and Suites will be closed through the end of the year. Aventura Hotel However, the furloughs will be happening at Cabana Bay with 164 employees laid off, 200 individuals at Hard Rock Hotel, 475 Team Members at Portofino Bay, and 176 support staff. A statement from Loews Hotels has informed the WESH 2 News outlet that “Unfortunately, the global pandemic surrounding COVID-19 has forced Loews Hotels & Co to make some difficult decisions as it relates to our workforce… . Team Members are the backbone of our company…and rest assured, these measures were not taken lightly.” Team Members As Universal Orlando and other Florida theme parks continue to make changes as they adapt to the current situations at hand, we’ll keep you updated on how the resort experiences are modified! Read About Universal Orlando’s Attendance Increases Here What is your favorite resort to stay at when you’re visiting Universal Orlando? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: NEWS: Universal Orlando Lifts Summer Blockout Dates for Select Annual Passholders Universal Orlando Is Outperforming Disney World’s Attendance Levels. But, Things Might Change Soon. News: Florida’s COVID-19 Case Numbers and Positivity Rate See Decreases In Recent Weeks View the full article

If there’s one thing that Annual Passholders are obsessed with (you know, other than Disney World in general), it’s those specialized magnets. Walt Disney World Annual Passholder We’ve seen some MASSIVE lines wrapping around the parks just to pick up these bbs. But, since Disney is making sure to limit the people in the parks right now, those big queues are just not an option. Still, Annual Passholders will be able to get their precious magnets because Disney is mailing them out to guests throughout the summer (bless up!!). We got a sneak peek of this month’s Annual Passholder Magnet for Disney World guests with Tinker Bell looking like a fairy QUEEN. And, the magnet has finally appeared on our door steps with a bit of pixie dust and a lot of cuteness! Tinker Bell Magnet And, we just want to take a moment to admire how stunning the Annual Passholder magnet is! Tink looks happier than usual (she’s setting her sass aside to strike a pose) on a light green background filled with sparkles and fairy wings. Tinker Bell Magnet We definitely appreciate being able to have the Annual Passholder magnets sent straight to our door instead of waiting an hour in line in the parks! And, if they continue to be as cute as the Tinker Bell version, we can’t see what the next magnet will look like! Tinker Bell Magnet Even though you won’t have to head to EPCOT to grab an Annual Passholder magnet at MouseGear, you can still head to the parks for NEW Food and Wine Festival booths that have opened today! While you’re planning your upcoming Disney World vacation, give us a holler with your questions so we can help you find the answers. Check out all the cheesy action that’s happened over at the returning Alps booth at the Food and Wine Festival here! What is your favorite Annual Passholder magnet that you have at home? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Do the Old Plush Rush Over to Disney Springs to Get These NEW Toy Story Socks! What’s New in Disney Springs: Merch That’s Flying Off Shelves and the Reopening of SO. MANY. BARS! SPOTTED! Disney Character Face Masks Available For Purchase in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom View the full article

Oh boy, oh boy do we have news for you today! For all of you Minnie ear fans — especially those of you who are LOVING the Minnie Mouse Main Attraction collections — listen up! Over in EPCOT today we spotted something that definitely should NOT have been there! A bevy of beautiful King Arthur Carrousel Ears! King Arthur Carrousel Ears in EPCOT Disney has stated that they would not release these limited edition collections in the parks, so finding them here is a bit shocking. Especially since there have been so many issues with the Merch Pass set-up on these much-loved collections. But if you’re in EPCOT today, you may just get lucky! Head over to Mousegear as quickly as your little feet can carry you, and you might be able to scoop up a prize. Related posts: Get a Behind-the-Scenes Look at Disney World’s Upcoming Epcot Forever Nighttime Spectacular! NEWS! Refurbishment Closures in Disney World Next Week! We Saw PROGRESS at the Upcoming Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster in EPCOT Today! View the full article

Hello from the A Taste of EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival! (We practically live here, it feels like.) A Taste of EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival While we’re anxiously waiting to snag all those Figment and Chef Minnie items coming soon, the Food and Wine Festival is also bringing back more food booths across EPCOT. Of course, we couldn’t resist taking you with us to check out the returning and brand new menus at the booths on their OPENING DAY. While we already stopped over at The Alps, we’re heading over for a l’il taste of Spain in EPCOT too! Spain has returned from last year’s Food and Wine Festival, buuut the catch is that there is a shorter…and slightly updated.. menu this year in the midst of all the changes happening around the parks. 2020 Spain Booth When guests enter the line, they will be asked to follow distancing measures and safety precautions before placing their order behind the plexiglass at the counter. Distancing Markers Although we’ve had to say goodbye to the Seafood Salad and Lagar de Bouza Albariño this year (RIP, friends), past food and drinks have still come back for the 2020 line-up. And, one of the biggest menu items has seen a bit of a simplified version at the Spain booth! 2020 Menu Last year, the Charcuterie was offered in a cone. However, 2020 has broken the dish down into a less complicated serving… in a cup. ;D The Charcuterie cup is filled up with imported Spanish Meats, Cheeses, Olives, and an Herb Vinaigrette for $6.50. Charcuterie Although this cup may not look like much, we were SHOCKED by how filling and flavorful the Charcuterie was! There’s a lot more food inside than we expected, which packed so many wonderful flavors. The manchego is a harder cheese that has a great nutty taste compared to the saltiness of the meats. Charcuterie with imported Spanish Meats, Cheeses and Olives with an Herb Vinaigrette The Spanish meats (very like prosciutto and salami) had great seasoning and a bit of olive oil that was worth it. This could easily be a great cup to share as a snack with someone, since it was filling for the size (and $6.50 price tag)! Charcuterie with imported Spanish Meats, Cheeses and Olives with an Herb Vinaigrette But, the Spanish-style Paella has also returned with a few changes! While the Paella featured at the Spain booth previously had chicken, the snack has been mixed up with Chorizo, Shrimp, and Rice instead for $5.50 during this year’s festival. Spanish-style Paella with Chorizo, Shrimp, and Rice The Chorizo and Shrimp Paella was just as good as the chicken version from last year. The shrimp was big and packed with flavor, while the chorizo offered that needed hint of spice (since Disney doesn’t typically do MEGA spicy dishes). Charcuteri and Paella The sips on the menu still include the Casa Castillo Monastrell and Espelt Garnacha Old Vines for $5 each to follow all that great Spanish cuisine! Still, the snackin’ and sippin’ doesn’t stop at the Spain booth! We still have more places to visit around the Food and Wine Festival today. And, we’re taking you with us to look at it all, so keep following along on our EPCOT adventures! Take a look at our reviews of ALL the booths at the Food and Wine Festival here! What’s your favorite booth this year at the Food and Wine Festival? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: FULL REVIEW of L’Arte de la Cuisine Francaise at the 2020 Epcot Festival of the Arts! Review and Photos! How “Full of Flavor” is Flavor Full Kitchen? Let’s Find Out at This Year’s Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival! Check Out Which Moroccan Foods You’ll Find This Year at Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival View the full article

The weekend is HERE, and there’s no better way to celebrate this Saturday than with new Food and Wine snacks and treats (can we get an amen??). International Food and Wine Festival While the A Taste of EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival has taken elements of the Flower and Garden Festival that was cut short this year, we haven’t seen too many Food and Wine festivities happening in the parks. But, this week we got a sneak peek at the specially themed merchandise that would be coming to the parks, as well as more food booths across EPCOT. And, it looks like today’s that day because The Alps has officially opened to guests with warm, delicious cheese and frozen drinks! The Alps Booth The Alps is following the same safety precautions as the other booths in the World Showcase with distancing markers, line dividers, hand-sanitizer stations, and plexiglass barriers. Distancing Measures And this epic booth brought back quite a few of its fan-favorite snacks and drinks (and you KNOW we are all over that Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese)! But, a few oldies have seen some updates and brand new treats have made their way onto the menu for 2020. The Alps Menu While you can get the Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese with Baby Potatoes, Cornichons, and a Baguette for $4.50 like previous years, now you can have a second version with Alpine Ham added in for $5.50! Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese with Alpine Ham, Baby Potatoes, Cornichons and Baguette Plastic cheese has been one of our favorites in Disney World for a looong time. But, the melted Swiss cheese in this dish is honestly so good, it might even convert non-cheese lovers. The ham has a hint of saltiness that balances out the milder taste of the Swiss. Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese with Alpine Ham, Baby Potatoes, Cornichons and Baguette Plus, the pickles and potatoes pack some extra flavor and texture with each bite, along with the baguette for dipping! Although it’s more like a fondue or mini charcuterie, the Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese is definitely big enough to sub out for your lunch or dinner in the parks. Look at all that CHEESE! Even though last year’s Food and Wine Festival had the Blueberry and Almond Frangipane Tart served with Crème Fraîche, the 2020 version looks a LOT different. The tart in 2019 actually looked like a tart, while The Alps has made the tart into more of a cake this year for $4.50. Blueberry and Almond Frangipane Tart with Crème Fraîche Cream and Blue Diamond® Almonds Since it was a sunny day, the topping on our tart melted (so be warned if you want that cute Instagram photo)! Although the tart has more of a vanilla cake base, it’s light and moist. The blueberry HITS in this treat, but we could have used more of that almond flavor coming through. The Blueberry and Almond Frangipane Tart is a good portion, so it’s shareable with one of your friends and family members for an afternoon pick-me-up. Blueberry and Almond Frangipane Tart When you’re at Food and Wine, it’s basically a necessity to try as many drinks at the booths as possible. The Alps is serving the same Maison Willm Réserve Gewürztraminer from the 2020 Thailand booth for $6 and the René Favre Dôle from last year for $7. While the Frozen Rosé was featured last year for $9, we couldn’t help but want to sip on it again in this Florida heat! Frozen Rose 2019 The Florida sun struck AGAIN during our visit to The Alps. The “Frozen Rosé” ended up just being…um…really cold Rosé by the time we were able to drink it. The flavors were perfectly in the middle on the Rosé scale with a hint of sweetness and a touch of dryness on the end, which was very refreshing during our walk around the World Showcase. But yeah, if you want it actually frozen, it may need to be a cooler day (or maybe their freezer machines just weren’t getting the job done yet since the booth literally JUST opened)! Frozen Rose Since there are even MORE booths that have popped up in EPCOT today, we’ll take you with us to check out the rest of the Food and Wine goodies that are available for the Fall season! Take a look at our reviews of ALL the booths at the Food and Wine Festival here! What’s your favorite booth this year at the Food and Wine Festival? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: REVIEW! Our FAVORITE Cheddar Cheese Soup Has Returned to the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival! REVIEW! Bratwurst and Beer Are BACK at the Germany Booth for the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival REVIEW! Earth Eats Booth in EPCOT is a Lil’ Bit Food and Wine AND a Lil’ Bit Flower and Garden! View the full article

Disney has been knocking it out of the park with the new Minnie Ear designs lately! Lilac Minnie Ears Whether you prefer to rock pretty Lilac Minnie Ears, spooky Haunted Mansion Minnie Ears, or festive Halloween Minnie Ears, Disney has recently released a TON of new designs to choose from! And now, we spotted TWO more new pairs of Minnie Ears that are giving us alllll the fall vibes! As if the recent return of pumpkin spice wasn’t enough, we found an extra-special fall treat in Disney World today! While strolling through Legends of Hollywood in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, something awesomely autumnal caught our eye — not one, but TWO new pairs of Minnie Ears that perfectly match our fall aesthetic! We Found TWO New Pairs of Ears! First, we HAVE to talk about these absolutely gorgeous Yellow Velvet Minnie Ears! Yellow Velvet Minnie Ears We’re obsessed with the velvety texture of these ears, and that goldenrod color is just perfect for the season! You can pick up a pair of the Yellow Velvet Minnie Ears for $29.99. Yellow Velvet Minnie Ears And these Orange and Buffalo Plaid Minnie Ears feature a color scheme fit for both Halloween AND Thanksgiving! Orange and Buffalo Plaid Minnie Ears The flannel bow combined with the corduroy ears is practically a cornucopia of fall vibes! The Orange and Buffalo Plaid Minnie Ears are also available for $29.99. Orange and Buffalo Plaid Minnie Ears We just can’t get enough of these incredible new ears! We’ll be on the lookout for these beauties to pop up at other places throughout Disney World! Have you seen the gorgeous new Emerald Green Minnie Ears yet?? Which of these new Minnie Ears is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: What’s New in Hollywood Studios — Christmas Decorations, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Menu Changes, and More! What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Massive Crowds, RARE Character Sightings, and Twisted Spirit Jerseys! Rep Your Love of Disney World in Style With This Cinderella Castle Crop Top! View the full article

Happy weekend, friends! We’re back with a new DFB Video full of all the news you might have missed from this past week. Magic Kingdom More festival booths are coming to EPCOT, some of our favorite snacks return to Magic Kingdom, a new costume policy change for guests, and we spotted the first new popcorn bucket in Disney World since January! Check out all the latest updates in our DFB video! And if you love this video, there’s plenty more for you to enjoy over on our DFB YouTube Channel!By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode!So check out the video and then let us know: What do YOU think of how Disney World is handling Halloween this year? Related posts: DFB Video: 25 Disney World Snacks You MUST Get in 2020! DFB Video: Latest Disney News: Hurricane Heads Towards Florida, Hotels Postpone Opening & MORE Policy Updates! DFB Video: Latest Disney News: New Park Hours, New Park Entertainment, Mulan is Coming to Disney+ and MORE! View the full article

Get ready for a WILD time, because we’re back in Disney’s Animal Kingdom to see what’s new! Expedition Everest It’s officially Halloween season — by Disney World standards, at least! We took a trip out to Animal Kingdom to see what new offerings have made their way into the park since our last visit. Let’s take a look at ALL the updates in food, construction, and merchandise in Animal Kingdom! Animal Kingdom Food Updates Isle of Java Located in the Discovery Island section of the park, Isle of Java is a kiosk that serves up coffee, cold beverages, breakfast pastries, and more. Upon initially reopening, the location was only operating from 8AM-11AM. But now, Isle of Java is open from 8AM-2PM! Isle of Java While the kiosk still closes several hours before the park, at least we now have a few more hours to swing by for a Tiger Tail Chocolate Twist, an iconic Animal Kingdom snack! Click here to read our full review of the Tiger Tail Chocolate Twist from Isle of Java! Animal Kingdom Construction Updates While strolling through Discovery Island, we noticed that there are construction walls up across from Creature Comforts. Construction Walls Here’s a peek at the walls from the other direction! Construction Walls We’re not sure what’s going on behind the walls, but we’ll continue to keep an eye on them to see how things progress! Animal Kingdom Merchandise Updates Riverside Depot Spooky season is definitely in full swing at Riverside Depot — we spotted a TON of Halloween merch available! Halloween Merchandise We’ve seen most of the Halloween merch at various other places throughout Disney World already… More Halloween Merch! …but we did notice a few new-to-us additions! Like this Jack Skellington Hoodie, available for $54.99. Jack Skellington Hoodie And this ADORABLE little Zero Plush, available for $14.99! Zero Plush We also spotted two new pairs of Baby Yoda Socks for $14.99 each. Here he is, showing off his skills! Baby Yoda Socks Or, you can opt for the pair that just features his cute lil face! Baby Yoda Socks This Hollywood Studios MagicBand features some of the park’s most iconic attractions for $29.99. Hollywood Studios MagicBand Yup, it’s definitely Halloween season in Riverside Depot! Click here to see more photos of the precious Zero plush! Chester and Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures Who’s ready for the release of Pixar’s Soul on November 20th?? We spotted a new mug that features a character from the upcoming film inside Chester and Hester’s! Soul Cat Mug You can snag this mug for $19.99. Click here to see more photos of the ‘Soul’ cat mug! Between the mysterious construction walls, Halloween merchandise, and extended hours at Isle of Java, it was definitely an exciting visit to Animal Kingdom! As always, we’ll continue to keep an eye out for any new updates, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more! Ready for more Disney World updates?? Check out what’s new in EPCOT! Which of these new additions are you the most excited about? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom: One of Our Favorite Entrees is BACK, Tons of Pandora Merch, and New Hours at Isle of Java! What’s New in Disney’s Animal Kingdom — Menu Changes, a DELISH Cocktail, and MORE! What’s New in Disney’s Animal Kingdom: A WEIRD Windbreaker, Missing Attraction Cars, and a New Sandwich! View the full article

The Disney World theme parks have been open for almost two months now. Magic Kingdom We’ve certainly been busy keeping up with all of the new health measures and getting you the best advice for navigating Disney World in the age of the global health crisis. We know a lot of you are wondering if Disney World is safe right now, and that’s a complicated question. To help answer it, we’re taking a look at a question many of you have asked us — if any COVID-19 cases have been traced back to Disney World. Florida Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings holds regular press conferences to give updates on the current health situation in the county. A common question from reporters at these conferences is, “Can you update us on whether or not there have been any outbreaks traced to any of the theme parks?” We know many of you want to know the same. EPCOT The answer has remained the same for a while and, in a recent conference, Dr. Raul Pino from the Florida Department of Health in Orange County stated that, “We keep getting this question from everywhere; that’s the same question that we hear from the state all the time. And the answer is no.” So, currently, no cases have been definitively traced to the Orlando theme parks. Of course, that’s not the end of things. Pino noted that they have seen the occasional case that has some reference to one of the Orlando theme parks (i.e. someone who is diagnosed was “there last week.”), but they are actively looking for a case that they can specifically trace back as having originated at an Orlando theme park and have not found it. Tree of Life “The parks are taking great measures,” Pino noted, “and they have gone to great lengths to be able to open and to prevent transmission. But it’s also the whole thing of an open space, I think is making a difference.” He attributed the fact that no cases have been found to the capacity limitations and health and safety measures in place. Disney World So, as of yet, no cases have been exclusively traced to Disney World. Now, that doesn’t guarantee that you CAN’T get sick in Disney World, but it might suggest that health measures have been pretty successful so far. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates. Is Disney World safe? Click here for our thoughts! Related posts: What Will Happen if You Refuse To Wear A Mask In Disney World? News: Face Masks Could Soon Be Required at Certain Orlando-Area Businesses Florida Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings Comments on Disney World’s Reopening Amid Health Concerns View the full article

When you think of Halloween, the first things that come to mind could be candy, costumes, Pumpkin Spice Lattes, or festive decorations! Main Street U.S.A. Speaking of decorations, drive through a number of neighborhoods this time of year and you may spot some large-and-in-charge decorations creeping on front lawns! We spotted a TON of Disney-themed inflatables on Home Depot’s website, which all of a sudden became our new favorite place to shop for Halloween. What immediately drew our attention was this giant Oogie Boogie inflatable, standing quite tall at a whopping ten-and-a-half-feet! Just IMAGINE how many bugs would fit inside this practically life-size Oogie! © Home Depot Holding his signature pair of dice, the Santa-kidnapping villain from Nightmare Before Christmas is NOT to be messed with! You can add him to your yard for $149.00. Click here to shop for the 10.5′ tall Oogie Boogie inflatable! For a perhaps more “modest” approach to the Halloween season, we spotted a similar Oogie Boogie inflatable but standing at a mere three-and-a-half-feet. He’s a Baby Boogie!! He’s certainly less intimidating than his ten and a half-foot counterpart! © Home Depot Some may think a three-foot Oogie is puny, but we think he’ll still spook the smaller crowd! Pick this lil’ pumpkin up for $29.98. Click here to shop for the 3.5′ Oogie Boogie inflatable! And you simply cannot have Oogie Boogie without his three henchmen, Lock, Shock, and Barrel! This inflatable set includes all three of the mischievous children, standing at four-feet tall. © Home Depot Shock’s banner that she holds says “Everyday is Halloween,” which we can totally get on board with! The set of three inflatables costs $129.00. While you’re at Home Depot, you could totally pick up a bathtub to put them in, since that is their preferred method of transportation! Click here to shop for the Lock, Shock, and Barrel inflatable set! How about an inflatable that’s perhaps a bit less villainous? Our favorite Pumpkin King, Jack Skellington, can also be added to your front yard with a massive projection globe! This inflatable stands at nine-feet tall. © Home Depot He’s giving off part Pumpkin King, part Madame Leota vibes! LOVE it! Your house will DEFINITELY be easier to spot at nighttime with this colorful inflatable, which costs $169.99. Click here to shop for the Jack Skellington inflatable! If you REALLY want to go all-out with over-the-top Nightmare Before Christmas decor, perhaps a TWELVE-FOOT Jack Skellington is up your alley! This “animated” inflatable resembles one of those fun inflatables you might spot on a used car lot boogieing down in the wind! © Home Depot This thing is SURE to slow some cars driving past your house! You can really get your Halloween party started with a twelve-foot tall Jack, which you can get at Home Depot for $199.00. Click here to shop for the Jack Skellington tube sock! If you’re looking for something a little more petite, perhaps something that can fit on your porch, a twelve-foot Jack Skellington probably won’t fit the bill, but a three-and-a-half foot Jack might! © Home Depot Judging by that pumpkin next to Jack in the photo, this inflatable stands at approximately five pumpkins tall (yes, pumpkins are totes a unit of measurement this time of year, obviously. )! Pick one up at Home Depot for $29.98. Click here to shop for the Jack Skellington inflatable! But who is Jack Skellington without his ghost dog Zero? Why not get an inflatable that features both characters, standing at five-feet tall? © Home Depot Turn your lawn into your very own Halloween Town with this inflatable set, which costs $69.98. Click here to shop for the Jack Skellington & Zero inflatable! Speaking of hauntingly adorable pups, we found a six-foot-tall inflatable featuring Miguel and Dante from the Pixar film Coco! © Home Depot If your household celebrates Dia de los Muertos, this could be a fun decorative element to add to your front lawn! This inflatable costs $129.00. Click here to shop for the Miguel and Dante inflatable! If you’re looking for a more classic Disney touch to your Halloween decor, these next few inflatables may be perfect for you! First, Minnie Mouse decided to dress as a vampire for Halloween complete with little bat wings! © Home Depot This three-and-a-half-foot inflatable can greet your trick-or-treaters this Halloween season for $29.98. Click here to shop for this adorable Minnie Mouse inflatable! Not to be outdone, Mickey Mouse himself has ALSO dressed as a vampire for Halloween, complete with fangs. © Home Depot This three-and-a-half-foot tall inflatable retails for $29.98. Click here to shop for the Mickey Mouse inflatable! Can’t decide between the two of them? Why not get both in one inflatable set? Mickey and Minnie and joined by a pair of adorable jack-o’-lanterns, standing at four-and-a-half-feet tall! © Home Depot Mickey is still rocking his vamp look, but this time Minnie opted to be a pretty princess! This perfect pair can be found at Home Depot for $135.79. Click here to shop for the Mickey and Minnie inflatable! How about some Halloween decor from a galaxy far, far away? R2-D2 would like to join the festivities, and he even brought his own pumpkin! © Home Depot This three-foot-tall inflatable is available at Home Depot for $69.99. Click here to shop for the R2D2 inflatable! For an inflatable perhaps just as cute, Frozen fans will love this four-foot-tall Olaf inflatable. Guys, he has a SVEN PUMPKIN. © Home Depot With a snowman holding a pumpkin, is it fall? Winter? Summer? Samantha? Find out when you pick up this cute Olaf inflatable for $49.98! Click here to shop for the Olaf inflatable! And finally, we spotted a Darth Vader inflatable, standing at an imposing three-and-a-half-feet tall. © Home Depot His tombstone may read “I find your lack of treats disturbing,” but perhaps it should instead say, “Judge me by my size, do you?” This inflatable retails for $41.70. Click here to shop for the Darth Vader inflatable! If you’re like us, Halloween is the PERFECT time of year to really let your love of the season shine, and what better way to let EVERYONE on your street know how much your love Halloween than with an assortment of inflatables? You’ll certainly be the talk of the town when you set these up in your lawn! Have you decorated your home for Halloween yet? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: There’s a Mrs. Nesbitt Sweatshirt?! Check Out the 40 NEW Disney Shirts Available Online! We’re Screaming! Target’s Disney-Themed Halloween Merchandise Is Showing Up In-Stores and Online! Meet The Mickey Mouse Accessory You Didn’t Know You Were Missing! 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Ready for some more new tiki, tiki, tiki mugs?? © Toynk Toys We LOVE finding awesome new tiki mug designs! From Star Wars to The Golden Girls we’ve seen some real winners recently. And now, we have even more Disney character tiki mugs to add to our wishlist! Are you a fan of Sorcerer Mickey? How about Scrooge McDuck?? If so, then you HAVE to see these new tiki mugs coming from Entertainment Earth! Whether you know him from “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” segment of the classic film Fantasia, or you recognize him from references in the Disney parks, this Fantasia Sorcerer Mickey Tiki Mug is a must-have for Mickey super-fans! The mug holds approximately 22 ounces, and it comes in a few different colors. We love this bold blue design! ©Entertainment Earth Click here to pre-order the blue Sorcerer Mickey Tiki Mug! But you can also snag the same design in this rich brown color… ©Entertainment Earth Click here to pre-order the brown Sorcerer Mickey Tiki Mug! …or an understated jade green! The Sorcerer Mickey mugs are set to release in October 2020, but they are available to pre-order now for $74.99 each! ©Entertainment Earth Click here to pre-order the green Sorcerer Mickey Tiki Mug! And Mickey isn’t the only Disney character getting the tiki treatment! Check out this Ducktales Scrooge McDuck Tiki Mug! This design is available in a shade of green which gives us some dollar bill vibes… ©Entertainment Earth Click here to pre-order the green Scrooge McDuck Tiki Mug! …or you can opt for brown instead! The Scrooge McDuck mugs are also set to release in October 2020, but you can pre-order them now for $39.99! ©Entertainment Earth Click here to pre-order the brown Scrooge McDuck Tiki Mug! We love the incredible detail on each of these tiki mugs? We might just have to snag one of each and start our own tiki room! Looking for more awesome tiki mugs? Check out this adorable Baby Yoda mug! Which of these tiki mugs is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Disney Partners with Mondo To Create Pins, Tikis, and MORE! The Holiday Nutcracker Tiki Mug Has Marched Into Disney Parks — Here’s How to Get Yours! We Need These Jose and Rosita Tiki Mugs In Our Tropical Hideaway! View the full article

We’re sad to say that the world lost an Avenger today. ©Disney Chadwick Boseman, the actor best known for playing Marvel’s Black Panther, passed away tonight after a four-year battle with colon cancer. According to Boseman’s Twitter account, the 43-year-old actor was diagnosed with stage three colon cancer in 2016 and has fought the illness over the past four years as it progressed to stage four. This evening, he died at his home with his wife and family at his side. The statement notes that Boseman considered it the “honor of his career” to bring King T’Challa to life in Black Panther. Since 2016, Boseman filmed a number of films “during and between countless surgeries and chemotherapy.” His final feature film appearance will be in August Wilson’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom as Levee. Our heartfelt condolences go out to Boseman’s family, friends, coworkers, and fans. Related posts: EVERYTHING You Need To Know From The Walt Disney Studios Panel at The D23 Expo! Here’s EVERYTHING Coming To Disney+ This March! Your ULTIMATE Guide to ALL the Holiday Merch Around the Disney Parks This Year! View the full article

We’re so excited to see another new Disney collection from Danielle Nicole! ©Danielle Nicole If you’re looking for a bag that represents your favorite Disney, Pixar, Marvel, or Star Wars character, Danielle Nicole might just have you covered! We love checking out the gorgeous Disney-inspired designs from Danielle Nicole — and now, a new collection is soaring away with our hearts! Pixar films definitely have a way of hitting us right in the feels. And Up is no exception! So, this new collection that’s coming soon from Danielle Nicole is pulling at our heartstrings for sure! Check out this awesome Up Crossbody Bag, which takes on the shape of Carl Fredricksen’s house — complete with balloons, of course! ©Danielle Nicole You can store your items in the ‘balloon’ section of the bag, and Carl’s house is along for the ride below! ©Danielle Nicole The bag has a long, adjustable strap so you can make sure the length is comfortable while you’re out exploring the wilderness! ©Danielle Nicole The bag is set to launch this Monday, August 31st at 11AM EST. You can snag it for $68 on the Danielle Nicole website! ©Danielle Nicole But wait, there’s more! There’s a second Up Crossbody Bag coming this Monday! This bag also features Carl’s iconic house and the strap gives a sweet nod to Carl and Ellie. ©Danielle Nicole You can store your compass inside while you’re out seeking adventure! ©Danielle Nicole This bag also has an adjustable strap so you can customize your fit! ©Danielle Nicole Just like the first bag, this one will also launch on Monday, August 31st at 11AM EST. You can pick one up for $68 on the Danielle Nicole website as well! ©Danielle Nicole These bags look like the perfect accessories for toting around our necessities while we’re out collecting stories for our adventure book! If you want to take one of these bags home, be sure to head to the Danielle Nicole website this Monday morning to grab one while supplies last! Have you seen these adorable ‘Up’ Minnie Ears we spotted in Disney World?? Do you plan on buying one of the new Up crossbody bags? Let us know which one is your favorite in the comments! Related posts: Disney Style Alert! Serious Cindy (and CHOCOLATE) Fans Gotta See This! Our Spidey Senses are Tingling! New Spider-Man Bags by Danielle Nicole are Available for Pre-Order! These Sweet Danielle Nicole x Marvel Food-Themed Bags Are Now Available for Pre-Order! View the full article

‘Tis the season for The Nightmare Before Christmas merch! Jack Skellington Mug Now that spooky season is gearing up around Disney World, we’ve seen plenty of new goodies inspired by The Nightmare Before Christmas! From clothes to toys and just about everything in between, there are tons of ways to rep Jack, Sally, Zero, and the rest of the Halloween Town gang! If you’re looking for a cuddly Halloween Town buddy, you’re in luck! We’ve spotted several The Nightmare Before Christmas plushes around Disney World this year. But this Zero Plush might be the cutest one yet! Zero Plush Just look at this precious little baby! Zero Plush Just like in the film, Zero has an adorable jack-o’-lantern nose! Zero’s Nose! We spotted this little cutie at Riverside Depot in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. If you want to bring this little pup home, you can snag him for $14.99! Check out this awesome ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ dress! What is your favorite Halloween merchandise? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Stop What You’re Doing! We’ve Spotted the CUTEST Minnie Retro Kitchen Gear in Disney World! What’s New in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! The Cranberry Mickey Brownie, ANOTHER Reverse Spirit Jersey, and MORE! What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Retro Platform Crocs and a SIMBA Popcorn Bucket! View the full article

It’s time for another round of What’s New at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World! Disney Springs Orange Bird Wall We spotted some new merch, reviewed some tasty treats, and found new places to find all your Halloween gear this week! Let’s get started. Disney Springs Food Update Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC We tried some truly tasty treats at Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC! This bakery is known for bakin’ absolutely gorgeous vegan and gluten-free desserts. We tried a trio of cake bars to see if they tasted as good as they looked! Sugar Rush Cake Bar from Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC Spoiler Alert: They were really good! You gotta get a closer look to appreciate them though. Check out our full review of the Cake Bars here! Disney Springs Construction Update Homecomin’ Homecomin’ is one of our favorite places to get southern-style comfort foods at Disney World. The restaurant recently built a small outdoor bar for Homecomin’ guests. Shine Bar Social with new Outdoor Patio Walls You can now grab a mason jar of moonshine and enjoy the outdoors at Shine Bar Social. The construction continues to develop because new walls were just put up around the outdoor patio! Disney Springs Merchandise Update World of Disney Disney never disappoints when it comes to Baby Yoda merchandise. We found a super cozy “The Child” t-shirt for $36.99… The Child T-Shirt …and a sweatshirt that says, “The Child: The Force is strong with this little one” for $54.99. The Child Sweatshirt How cute is he?? See the cutest Baby Yoda collection we found this week! Haunted Mansion merch continues to show up every time we visit too! There’s a new “Welcome, Foolish Mortals” shirt for $24.99… Foolish Mortals T-Shirt …and a grey glow-in-the-dark tee for $24.99. Glow-in-the-Dark Haunted Mansion Tee Keep the Haunted Mansion gear comin’, Disney! We’re dying to see more! Check out even more spooky Haunted Mansion merch here! Maleficent was fashionably late to the Halloween merch party this week. We spotted this oversized and incredibly comfy sweatshirt for $59.99. Maleficent Sweatshirt Being bad never felt so cozy! Marketplace Co-Op Disney World stocked up on a sweetly sinister dress! We first saw the Oogie Boogie dress online and at Disneyland Resort. Now, this gamblin’ man has arrived at The Disney Dress Shop! Oogie Boogie Dress Roll the dice and get this dress for $128. Find out where to buy the dress online here! Halloween merchandise moved into the Disney Centerpiece section of the Marketplace. When things get crowded at World of Disney, head here for some Halloween goodies! Halloween Merch at the Marketplace Co-Op Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe also dedicated some space for Halloween souvenirs! Disney’s Pin Traders Halloween pins have arrived at Pin Traders! We spotted all of them at the Emporium in the Magic Kingdom. Now, you don’t need to enter the parks to collect them all! Halloween Pins at Pin Traders We found Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Goofy, and more dressed in their Halloween best! See all the pins up close here! That about does it for Disney Springs this week! We’ll be back real soon for more updates! See what’s new at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios this week! Are you heading to Disney Springs soon? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: What’s New at Disney Springs! NEW Menu Items; Missing Menu Items; The CUTEST Valentine’s Day Cards; and FREE Cupcakes! What’s NEW at Disney Springs: The Her Universe Star Wars Collection, NEW Park Life Dooneys, and Rock the Dots Merch! What’s New in Disney Springs: Retro Hats, Boozy Snacks, Sequin and Pineapple Backpacks! View the full article

Nearly three months since Universal Orlando reopened its theme parks, about 840 employees at three hotels on the property are now out of their jobs as the the industry continues to struggle with a slow recovery in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. View the full article

Haunted Mansion fans, rejoice! Haunted Mansion Ears Haunted Mansion is one of the most beloved attractions in Disney World. Which helps explain why we’ve seen merchandise inspired by the ride FLY off the shelves recently. And while Walt Disney Pictures did release a film inspired by the ride — The Haunted Mansion — back in 2003, it looks like a NEW movie is now in the works! According to The Hollywood Reporter, Katie Dippold is currently writing a feature film based on the Haunted Mansion attraction. Dippold’s other writing credits include the recent Ghostbusters reboot, and the 2013 comedy, The Heat. ©Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images The project is intended to be a live-action movie, and it’s being produced by the same team behind the 2019 Aladdin live-action remake. This isn’t the only attraction-inspired film in the works — Jungle Cruise, starring Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt, is currently set to premiere in theaters on July 30th, 2021. Jungle Cruise There’s no word yet on an estimated release date for the new Haunted Mansion movie, but we’re excited to hear that this project is in the works! We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more info on what we can expect with this upcoming film! Check out a bunch of the Haunted Mansion merch we’ve spotted both online and in Disney World! Have you seen the 2003 film The Haunted Mansion? Are you excited to hear about a new film adaptation of the ride? Share your thoughts in the comments! Related posts: Create Your Own Home Movie Theater With This Disney DIY Onward Screening! Disney HOW-TO! Decorate Your Own DIY Adventure Book Inspired by Disney’s “Up!” Meet the Creators Behind Disney’s Haunted Mansion with This Live Stream Event! View the full article

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Rising moons! Tomorrow is an exciting day, as it marks the one-year anniversary of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. In anticipation of this milestone, tonight we’re taking you on a virtual, 360-degree trip inside two of the most popular venues in the land: Oga’s Cantina and Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities! These two videos capture one of my favorite things about traveling to Black Spire Outpost on Batuu … I literally just love standing still and looking around. There’s so much to see, so much to hear, so many incredible details to soak in – I seem to discover something new every time I visit. Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities is the perfect place for this type of visual exploration, with its eclectic selection of rare and mysterious items. In this 360-degree video, you can look around the shop and learn more about many of the artifacts that adorn its walls. Oga’s Cantina is where people gather in Black Spire Outpost to share their stories with one another. In this 360-degree video, you can look around the vibrant watering hole and listen to the music provided by DJ R-3X (I’m pretty sure you’ll recognize the tune he’s playing). You may want to watch this while using a pair of earphones – it sure sounds like there are some whispers from a galaxy far, far away I’m detecting in there. After all, you never know what you may overhear in Oga’s Cantina … Check back with us tomorrow here at the Disney Parks Blog, as we will have more coverage of the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge one-year anniversary at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. View the full article

With the obligatory set of ears, popcorn buckets, and lots of delicious snacks, a trip to Disney World (or even just a Disney shopping spree at home) can really add up! Crossroads If you don’t have a trusty genie to grant your wish for all the riches in the world, then you may be looking for some discounts to make your Disney fandom a bit more affordable! We’ve got the latest on Disney deals and we’re sharing them with you! We’ve shared some information on Disney discounts before, but now we’re ready to share even more! Magic Kingdom Disney Springs Resort Hotels Over at the Disney Springs Resort Hotels, there are quite a few discounts going on. The DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Orlando — Disney Springs Area is offering two-room suites from $109 for certain bookings. © DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Orlando – Disney Springs Area The Holiday Inn Orlando — Disney Springs Area is offering special rates from $99, and the B Resort & Spa has a special offer for rooms starting as low as $109 per night. But, be aware that the Holiday Inn website notes that their shuttles to Disney have been temporarily suspended. ©B Resort and Spa By staying at a Disney Springs area resort you can definitely save some money and use it on other park or dining experiences. Four Seasons Florida Residents can get special rates at the Four Seasons Resort Orlando through September 30th and are invited to call the resort to find out more. Four Seasons Resort Orlando Pool The Four Seasons is also offering 20% off their Room Rate if you book your stay at least 7 days in advance. This offer is valid through December 18, 2021 and the minimum stay is 2 nights. Screenshot from The Four Seasons Orlando Website The Four Seasons is also running a special right now that is only valid until September 30th. Guests can receive a fourth night FREE with every three consecutive paid nights. You have to use the fourth night in conjunction with your initial stay though, so keep that in mind. The Disney Help Desk These sounds like some fantastic deals to make your next stay a little bit more affordable. Florida Residents On top of some some great discounts for Magic Flex Tickets, Florida Residents can also save 40% with a 4-Day Ticket and 30% on 3-Day tickets. That’s a great deal if you’re planning for a quick trip over a 3-day weekend or setting up a special family vacation. Screenshot from Disney World Website Florida Residents also get special pricing on hotel stays at Disney World. Residents of Central Florida in particular can also get a fun discount at House of Blues through August 31st. Passholders Disney Passholders have been getting some special items and discounts lately. ©Disney Right now, Passholders get 10% off at a lot of dining locations, and even 20% off at certain spots like House of Blues Restaurant & Bar, Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company in Disney Springs, and Joffrey’s Handcrafted Smoothies Kiosk at Disney Springs. Passholders also get 15% off at spots like Pizza Ponte, The Edison, Enzo’s Hideaway, and Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante. Pepperoni Pizza Passholders also get lots of discounts at certain merchandise locations around Disney World and discounts on certain behind-the-scenes tours and other special activities, like bowling at Splitsville Luxury Lanes or golfing at Fantastia Gardens, as well. You can see a full list on the Disney World website. Splitsville Outdoor Seating Disney Vacation Club Like Passholders, Disney Vacation Club members get lots of discounts at dining locations and merchandise locations including 10% of at ALEX AND ANI, 15% off at Basin, and 10% off lunch at Wine Bar George — A Restaurant & Bar. Tea for Two DVC members also get discounts on experiences like the The BOATHOUSE: Amphicar (10% off), and back-stage tours. U.S. Military Members Members of the U.S. Military can get special discounts on tickets as well as special rates at certain Disney World resorts for stays most nights April 4th through December 18th in 2020. Military members can call 407-939-7825 to book a room with this offer. Screenshot from the Disney World Website Disney Springs Over at Disney Springs there’s lots of Happy Hour specials at House of Blues Restaurant; Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant; Paradiso 37, Taste of the Americas; City Works Eatery & Pour House, and more! Raglan Road There are also some special deals going on through August 31st at some of the restaurants, including a special where kids can eat free at Terralina Crafted Italian and Paddlefish. Disney World Merchandise We’ve spotted lots of discounts in stores around Disney World lately like sales on different Disney collections, like the Rainbow Collection. Americana Collection Some of these items still appear to be available and on sale on shopDisney as well, so be sure to check them out there if you won’t be in the parks any time soon! shopDisney Over on shopDisney, the Twice Upon a Year Sale is going on. So many items are on sale, so if you’re looking for a good gift for a friend (or for yourself) you’ll definitely want to check that out! ©shopDisney Disney Visa Cardmember Did you know that Disney Visa cardmembers get 10% off certain items on shopDisney? If you’re a cardholder, be sure to use the code DRVCMEMBER on shopDisney to see if any of your items are eligible for the discount. Disney Visa cardmembers also save 10% on select purchases at Disney store locations so be sure to ask about that if you’re shopping in person. Disney Visa Disney Cruise Line Although the Disney Cruises are not sailing at the moment, you can get discounts on certain sailings if you’re already planning your next adventure. You can save up to 25% on select Bahamian and Western Caribbean Cruises if you book a verandah category with restrictions. This only applies to select sailings, but they can save you a pretty penny if you’re looking to get that taste of magic on the sea. ©Disney Florida Residents can also save on select 2021 sail dates, including some 7-night Western Caribbean Cruises with Star Wars Day at Sea! Screenshot from Disney Cruise Line Website Disney Cruise Line also offers special U.S. Military Rates. Right now, these military rates can help military members save on select 2021 sail dates, including some great savings on a 5-night Baja cruise from San Diego. Screenshot from Disney Cruise Line Website Canadian residents can also save 25% on certain 2021 sail dates. Screenshot from Disney Cruise Line Website Those are some fantastic offers for guests looking to sea some magic on the Disney Cruise. Adventures by Disney If you’re looking for a wonderfully unique experience, then you’ll want to check out Adventures by Disney. Guests who book certain adventures for 2021 or 2022 by August 31, 2020 can get some special discounts including a savings of up to $750 per person on certain adventures. Screenshot from the Adventures by Disney Website Whether you’re looking to take a trip on the sea or buy some Halloween merchandise on shopDisney, be sure to take advantage of the latest deals. We’ll keep our eyes open for any future offerings and let you know about them! Click here to check out our discount on Disney-inspired Halloween masks! What discounts have you used to save money on your Disney trip? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Cha-CHING! Here are ALL of the Disney World Discounts Available NOW! Six Big Questions Disney World Still Hasn’t Answered. Review and Food Photos: Brand New Menu at B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Company in Disney Springs! View the full article