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Loungefly, you’ve done it again! You’ve won our hearts with your gorgeous Disney designs. ©Hot Topic Disney x Loungfly is known for creating some really beautiful accessories. Like, can we talk about this Snow White Loungefly backpack? Well, Loungefly fans fall in line! Feast your eyes on the new wallets featuring Rapunzel and Pocahontas available at Hot Topic. Who needs a Prince when you can have stunning accessories like these?? At last, we see the light with this new Rapunzel wallet! Punzie is lookin’ pretty in purple surrounded by her signature flowers and flowing hair. ©Disney The wallet matches the beautiful Tangled backpack we spotted earlier too! ©Disney You can get the Rapunzel wallet for $22.90 online. Grab the beautiful Rapunzel wallet here! Meeko and Flik, you rascals! Pocahontas chose the cutest sidekicks and they make for an even cuter wallet! The two are seen floating among the breezy leaves and sunflowers featured in the film. ©Disney The back of the wallet shows Meeko getting cozy with a pretty sunflower too! We’re surprised he’s not munchin’ on a biscuit here. ©Disney This cutie costs $19.90! Get the gorgeous Pocahontas wallet right here! We have a serious crush on these wallets! Hopefully, the beautiful Disney x Loungefly creations don’t stop here. We’ll keep an eye out for any new accessories available on Hot Topic and everywhere else! More of a Star Wars fan? Check out the Millenium Falcon bag by Loungefly here! What do you think of the new wallets? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Oh Boy! This NEW Disney X Loungefly Rainbow Collection Is Pretty in Pastel! NEWS: Mickey’s Pantry In Disney Springs Has Closed to Make Way for a Spice and Tea Exchange Expansion! Join a Mad Tea Party with the Newest Disney x Loungefly Alice in Wonderland Collection! View the full article

It’s time to play the music! It’s time to light the lights! It’s time to create some adorable Muppets-themed treats tonight! ©Disney Family It’s the most sensational, inspirational, celebrational, muppetational ice cream cones that are almost too cute to eat! Disney+ just released a new Muppets Now show that takes our favorite classic Muppets characters and drops them into the modern era. Now, Disney Family created an ice cream recipe that you can whip up while you enjoy an episode of Muppets Now! Gather Kermie and the gang because these ice cream concoctions are sure to hit the spot! Ingredients Coconut Whipped Cream 2 15-oz. cans coconut cream 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 sugar cones Yellow pull ‘n’ peel licorice candy (I found this color in a strawberry-flavored variety pack) Miss Piggy Strawberry ½ lb. fresh strawberries, cut in half 1 cup coconut whipped cream 8 large sprinkle eyes with eyelashes Pink, bright white, and blue candy melt wafers 7 oz. sweetened condensed coconut milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ¼ cup chocolate cereal (plus more for serving) 4 mini pink gumballs 8 Tootsie Rolls ©Disney Family Fozzie Bear Chocolate 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder ¼ cup chocolate cereal (plus more for serving) 4 sugar cones 8 standard-size sprinkle eyes Pink, red, and light cocoa candy melt wafers 7 oz. sweetened condensed coconut milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 sugar cones Black, pink, and red candy melt wafers ©Disney Family Kermit Matcha 1 ½ teaspoons matcha powder 1 cup coconut whipped cream 8 large white gumballs ©Disney Family Helpful Tip All cutting should be done by an adult (with adult supervision when using the blender). Refrigerate the coconut cream the night before using it. If the coconut whipped cream becomes too stiff, you can add a little of the liquid from the can of coconut cream. If it is too loose, try adding cornstarch or arrowroot flour, 1 Tbsp. at a time, until it reaches the right consistency (it will set more once chilled). If your Tootsie Rolls are hard to mold, you can soften them by heating for 2-5 seconds in the microwave. Store leftover coconut whipped cream in an airtight container in the refrigerator. ©Disney Family Directions Transfer the mixing bowl and whisk attachment of a stand or a handheld mixer to the freezer to chill for 15 minutes. Scoop just the solid part from both cans of refrigerated coconut cream into your chilled mixing bowl (reserving the liquid in case you need it later). Beat on medium-high speed for 1 minute, then add the vanilla extract and beat again for 1 more minute or until smooth (being careful not over-mix or else the coconut cream may separate). If your whipped cream is too loose or too stiff, see the helpful tips above for suggestions. Transfer the whipped coconut cream to the refrigerator (it will set more once chilled). Transfer the whipped coconut cream to the refrigerator (it will set more once chilled). Time to turn it into ice cream! For each flavor, combine the condensed coconut milk, vanilla extract, and flavor mix (strawberries, matcha powder, or cocoa powder) in a blender until smooth and combined. Transfer to a large mixing bowl, gently fold in ½ cup of the whipped cream, and then fold in the other half until completely mixed in. Pour the mixture into an airtight, freezer-safe container and smooth the top with a spoon. For Fozzie Bear, stir in the ¼ cup of chocolate cereal. Cover and freeze overnight. You can make all of the decorations in advance so they are ready to add to the ice cream once it’s set. To create Kermit, transfer the black, pink, and red candy wafers to microwave-safe bowls, and microwave for 30 seconds each, at 50% power. Stir, and continue to microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth. Use a toothpick dipped into the melted chocolate to draw Kermit’s mouth onto wax paper, using the image as a guide. You can also draw his pupils onto the gumballs (or create them separately and add when set with more melted chocolate). Set aside. To make Fozzie Bear, unwrap 2 Tootsie Rolls and use your thumb and pointer finger to squish one into a flat square (for the top of his hat), and the other into a flat rectangle (for the brim of the hat). Use melted chocolate to connect the two pieces. Melt the pink, red, and light cocoa candy wafers, like you did for Kermit. Using a toothpick, draw Fozzie’s mouth onto wax paper with the red and pink. Draw Fozzie’s ears and eyebrows with the light cocoa. Use a little of the pink to draw Fozzie’s eyelids onto the top of each candy sprinkle. Set aside. To make Miss Piggy, melt the pink and white candy wafers together to create a light pink shade. Use this to draw her ears and snout onto wax paper. Add pink to the center of each ear. Use more melted pink to color in her eyelids on the sprinkles, and use the melted blue wafers to add color to her eyes. Set aside. Once you are ready to decorate the ice cream, unwrap the licorice and separate the yellow strands. Use kitchen scissors to cut varying lengths to give Miss Piggy bangs or any hairdo you would like. Remove the ice cream from the freezer about 10-15 minutes before scooping and decorating. Add 1-2 scoops per cone, place the cone in a bowl, and add your candy decorations. Enjoy! ©Disney Family We can’t wait to switch on Disney+ and crack a few jokes with Fozzie Bear! This ice cream cone recipe is the perfect way to spend your night-in binging Disney+! Craving more? Check out these Disneyland copycat recipes here! Will you be making these cute ice cream cones? 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After facing more challenges than defeating the Hun Army, we finally received some exciting Mulan news last week! The Official Mulan Poster ©Walt Disney Studios Instead of debuting in theaters, Disney has announced they’ll be releasing Mulan on Disney+ starting September 4th! To watch the new live-action remake of Mulan, you’ll need to be a subscriber of Disney+ and pay an additional fee. The good news though is once you pay the extra charge you’ll have ongoing access to the film for as long as you’re signed up for Disney+! ©Walt Disney Studios If Disney+ is not available in your country, check your local theaters. Disney plans on releasing Mulan in select areas on the exact same date as the film’s Disney + premiere! And now the moment we’ve all been waiting for: here’s the latest trailer for Mulan’s big September 4th world premiere! It’s actually happening this TIME! We’re eager to see what Disney has done with this iconic film. Will you be paying extra to watch Mulan on Disney+ next month? Tell us yes or no in the comments below! Related posts: The ULTIMATE Guide to Every Disney Movie Coming Out in 2020 and 2021! NEWS! New Film Release Dates Announced For Mulan, Jungle Cruise, Black Widow, and More! Is The Future Of Movies…On Demand? View the full article

School is back in session in parts of Central Florida, and many students are continuing with distance learning at home for the time being. Here are ideas for field trips to keep homeschooling interesting. View the full article

Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom officially reopened on July 11th, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios along EPCOT welcomed back guests on July 15th. EPCOT Over the weekend, Disney World announced all four theme parks would be undergoing a change to their park hours. Beginning September 8th, the parks will be closing earlier than when they first reopened. The new park hours for EPCOT will be 11AM-7PM, reduced from the previous hours of 11AM-9PM. For most guests, there should still be enough time to ride EPCOT’s attractions and enjoy several menu items from the Taste of EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival. For EPCOT After 4 Annual Passholders, however, Disney World shutting down earlier will take a big chunk of their time away. 2020 Food and Wine Festival Therefore, Disney World has come up with a solution for EPCOT evening APs. Starting September 8th, EPCOT After 4 Passholders will be able to use their passes starting at 2PM instead of 4PM— that’s two extra hours of FUN! Soarin’ So technically this means EPCOT After 4 passes are now actually EPCOT After 2 passes, but Disney is still calling them EPCOT After 4 passes, for now, FYI! After chatting with a Cast Member, we were also able to confirm that this change won’t be a permanent one. We will let you know when the pass reverts back, so stay tuned. And in the meantime, enjoy EPCOT! Read our FULL REVIEW of EVERY food booth at Taste of EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival here! Are you an EPCOT After 4 Annual Passholder? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: All Your Questions About the New Disney World Passholder Payment Changes ANSWERED 7 Things You’ve Gotta Know If You’re Going To Disney World in September Could This Annual Passholder GLITCH Keep You From Getting Into Disney World? View the full article

It’s hard to believe the MLS is Back Tournament is already over! ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex When news broke back in June Major League Soccer would be restarting at Disney World’s ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex we could hardly believe it! Things quickly became more real as soccer players started arriving at Disney’s Swan and Dolphin Resort though! The MLS is Back Tournament began on July 8th and last night was the tournament final between the Portland Timbers and hometown heroes, the Orlando City Soccer Club. Cinderella Castle honored both teams last night by displaying their team colors with a special green and purple lighting effect! Photo Credit: Walt Disney World Cast and Community’s Facebook Page But the special effect lighting didn’t stop there! It appears this fountain in the hub also received a purple and green makeover for the occasion! Photo Credit: Walt Disney World Cast and Community’s Facebook Page The Portland Timbers ended up beating Orlando City by 2-1 and claimed the very first MLS is Back Tournament trophy! Congratulations to all the teams, players, trainers, and coaches, and safe travels home! The NBA restart is still underway at Disney World! Click here to see the schedule! Did you watch the MLS is Back Tournament final last night? Tell us which team you were cheering for in the comments below! Related posts: NEW Insta-Worthy Nighttime Magic Shots Are Coming to Disney World Soon! The Major Cinderella Castle Refurbishment Has Started in Disney World! Progress Update! Take a Look at the Cinderella Castle Makeover Happening in Disney World! View the full article

Disney’s Hollywood Studios experienced a few hiccups yesterday! Rise of the Resistance Issues surrounding a HUGE lightning strike that occurred the night before potentially played a role in Rise of the Resistance’s temporary shut down yesterday. But we’re happy to report that all systems appear to be normal again this morning! We noticed Rise of the Resistance was listed as “Temporarily Closed” in the My Disney Experience app along with Muppet*Vision 3D yesterday. But today, Rise of the Resistance isn’t showing up as unavailable in the Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ wait times. The 10AM boarding groups also went out as per usual! At this time, all 10AM boarding groups have already been distributed, so if you missed your chance, try again at 2PM! Screenshot of My Disney Experience App Muppet*Vision 3D (which was available again during the second half of the day yesterday) is also operating as normal today. The attraction had a 5 minute wait time shortly after Disney’s Hollywood Studios opened. Screenshot of My Disney Experience App We’re glad folks who are headed to Disney’s Hollywood Studios will have the opportunity to experience both of these awesome attractions today! To read MORE about the crazy lightning strike that hit Hollywood Studios, click here. Have you had the chance to ride Rise of the Resistance yet? Tell us what you thought of it in the comments below! Related posts: We’re LIVE from the Rise of the Resistance Dedication Ceremony! News! Rise of the Resistance Is Breaking Down! Here’s HOW Disney’s Handling It! What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Massive Crowds, RARE Character Sightings, and Twisted Spirit Jerseys! View the full article

Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video, and today we’re talking about what $100 will get you to eat in Disney World. Simba Pretzel $100 at Disney World can buy you more Mickey bars than you can eat in a day or a bunch of weird space food, or how about ALMOST a whole bottle of the most expensive water you’ve ever seen? Let’s see how far your money will take you when it comes to Disney World dining in our latest 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! Plus, you can get a full list planning cheat sheet for your Disney World vacation here! So check out the video and let us know: Your favorite Disney World meal. Related posts: DFB Video: 9 Things You’re NOT Doing Right at Disney World DFB Video: 8 Tools EVERYONE Needs For Their Disney World Vacation! DFB Video: The BEST Rooms in Disney World Hotels, And How to Get Them! View the full article

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Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort recently reopened at Walt Disney World — the first of the Moderate resorts to reopen since the closure earlier this year. With its centralized location and relaxing island vibe, this resort sets a calypso tone for a vacation within a vacation. Caribbean Beach Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort is a sprawling resort with lush tropical landscaping, a colorful theme, and a variety of recreational activities. The centerpiece of the resort, Barefoot Bay, is a 45-acre lake surrounded by a mile-long promenade dotted with running trails and small white sandy beaches. Although swimming is not permitted, there are hammocks where you can lounge after a day in the parks and watch the beautiful Florida sun set each evening. Scroll down to check out an exclusive offer for Disney Food Blog readers! Our friends at Small World Vacations have been working tirelessly to help their guests prepare for their Disney vacations and keep them up-to-date on the changes at Walt Disney World, and today they’re sharing what you need to know when planning your Disney World vacation at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort! Guest Rooms at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Guest rooms are nestled into five villages that are situated around the shores of the Barefoot Bay. The villages are named after Caribbean islands (natch) — Trinidad, Barbados, Martinique, Aruba, and Jamaica. Rooms feature two Queen beds, a King bed, or two Queen beds and a child-size pull down bed, and can accommodate up to five guests depending on the bedding options. Rest Your Weary Feet!! If your little pirates are on the hunt for some swashbuckling action, check out the Pirate-themed rooms in the Trinidad section. Between the nautical details and pirate ship-shaped beds, you’ll be immersed in your own tropical adventure. Old Port Royale, Dining, and Activities The spirit of the Caribbean is alive and thriving at Old Port Royale, the resort’s main building. This “port of entry” is where guests check in, and is the hub for dining and shopping options. Caribbean Beach Resort Centertown Market is the resort’s quick service dining location. Currently, guests will find physical distancing markers in areas where guests may need to queue and directional arrows to help keep traffic moving smoothly in the quick service dining spot. Centertown Market Sebastian’s Bistro is the resort’s table service restaurant. Currently, Sebastian’s Bistro remains closed. Guests can also enjoy quick service dining at Spyglass Grill located in the Trinidad Village area. Spyglass Grill also remains closed at the resort. You can pick up souvenirs and supplies at Calypso Trading Post. Just a few steps away from Old Port Royale, you’ll find Banana Cabana, an open air pool bar and favorite among adult guests. At this relaxed and friendly hangout, you can enjoy quick eats and specialty cocktails. Banana Cabana is currently open, and guests will find QR codes for the menu and social distancing signage. Desert Pear at Caribbean Beach Club This resort boasts six quiet pools, plus a main feature pool that many consider one of the best on Disney property. A Spanish citadel architecture features water cannons, zero-depth entry, and a little kids’ shipwreck play area where a barrel periodically dumps a deluge of water. Older kids can climb a spiral staircase to the top of a turret for an 82-foot trip down the larger slide and through the fortress wall! Caribbean Beach Pool Why You’ll Want to Stay at Caribbean Beach This Year Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort has a special feature that no other Disney resort can claim – its very own island, Caribbean Cay. On this tropical oasis, you’ll discover picnic tables, hammocks, play areas, covered swings and walking paths. Caribbean Cay While Caribbean Cay is open to guests currently, the playground area for the kids is closed. Skyliner at Caribbean Beach Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort is a main hub for the Disney Skyliner with transportation to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, EPCOT, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Disney’s Pop Century Resort, and Disney’s Riviera Resort. Currently, only one traveling party (up to 10 people) is permitted per cabin, and running times have adjusted according to the opening times for the theme parks. Caribbean Beach is the only moderate hotel that offers an alternate to bus transportation to the theme parks. Seating at Caribbean Beach Right next door to Disney’s Caribbean Beach is Disney’s Riviera Resort, the newest Disney Vacation Club Resort. While Caribbean Beach Resort guests cannot pool hop here, they do have access to other select amenities – including the European inspired dining options at this upscale property. Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera is a breathtaking rooftop dining experience and is one of only two character dining experiences currently available on Disney property. Character Postcard Disney has created a recipe for a fantastic Disney Vacation – just combine some island vibes, tropical eats and drinks, a chill hangout, lush landscaping, Skyliner gondola rides, toss them in a blender and give it a good mix…you have the specialty resort of the day: Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. The Downsides… But there ARE a few downsides to choosing Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. First, be aware that the hotel buildings do not have elevators. If you have any mobility issues in your party — or huge strollers, lots of luggage, or anything else that could make it difficult to traverse one or two flights of stairs — be sure to request a first floor room! Second, the resort is HUGE. 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Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you — they’ve literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They’re DFB’s recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you Related posts: Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Construction Update: August 2018 What’s New at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort and The Swan Hotel Spyglass Grill Now Open at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort View the full article

It’s the spookiest time of the year, and we have a whole NEW type of Halloween merch to love. ©Disney We’re certainly bummed that we won’t be living it up with the villains and ghouls at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this year, but that doesn’t mean we’re not going to celebrate Halloween in the most Disney way possible. We’ve already been gearing up with a ton of spooky merchandise, and now Disney gave us a sneak peek at some more merch — Halloween Face Masks! In Disney’s words, we’re getting a “shriek peek” of the new Halloween Face Masks. There are FIVE great mask designs and we’re taking a look at all of them! First up, look like a Grim Grinning Ghoul with this Haunted Mansion Wallpaper Mask! Haunted Mansion Mask We’ve actually already spotted this guy available in Downtown Disney and Disney World for $6. Click here to see MORE masks that we spotted in Downtown Disney! There are two masks as a part of The Nightmare Before Christmas collection and we can’t wait to match up with our friends. First up is this super spooky Sally Mask! ©Disney And you can match that one with this fun Jack Skellington Mask! You can’t beat Jack’s kooky facial expressions. ©Disney And in the background of this photo, we see an adorable pumpkin mask!! ©Disney Finally, we’ll get to see this cute Disney Boo! Mask featuring Halloween Disney treats soon too! ©Disney We’ve already seen the Haunted Mansion Mask around the parks, but they’re ALL coming soon to shopDisney, Disneyland Resort, and Walt Disney World. According to Disney, we can expect to see them in September! You can bet we’ll keep a close eye out for when they arrive and let you know as soon as they do. In the meantime, happy haunting! Click here to see MORE Halloween merch from Disney! Which Halloween mask is your favorite? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: We Just Found THE PERFECT FACE MASK FOR YOUR Disney World TRIPS! Disney’s Halloween Merch Has ARRIVED and There Are a TON of Costumes, Decorations, Spirit Jerseys, AND MORE! Celebrate the Spookiest Time of the Year with Disney’s NEW Candy Corn Halloween Witch Ears! View the full article

On top of washing your hands frequently, using the hand sanitizer stations, and keeping those masks on, there are even MORE ways to be extra cautious when visiting the theme parks. Cinderella Castle Here are our top ten recommendations to keep in mind when exercising caution in Disney World during this very strange time! Don’t let your guard down just because you’re in Disney World. Disney has a reputation for being one of the safest places to visit under normal circumstances, and they have certainly made every effort to keep that accolade during these unprecedented times. That said, it’s important to go into your Disney World vacation with a careful mindset. Health and Safety Signage Disney World is doing A LOT to make sure you and your travel party stay safe, but that doesn’t mean you can let your guard down. Health Signage Keep in mind the basic essentials when visiting Disney World: keep your mask on, wash and sanitize your hands frequently, and practice physical distancing everywhere you go. Is Disney World safe to visit right now? Read our thoughts here! Take advantage of the new protocols Disney has put in place. Disney has added a lot of NEW features to make guests feel even safer and to promote physical distancing. There is ample signage throughout the parks and resorts to remind guests of the new policies in place, and Cast Members are ready to answer any questions you may have. Cast Member There are also those new handwashing and sanitizer stations EVERYWHERE! You should have no problem finding easy access to either a hand washing station or a hand sanitizer dispenser when you are in the parks. Hand-washing Station Disney is also pushing guests to use Mobile Order as well as the new Mobile Dine Check-In to limit the amount of contact you have with a Cast Member when you are dining. Digital menus are prevalent throughout the resort as well. Learn more about Mobile Dine Check-In here! Consider designating someone in your party to be the “designated safety friend.” In the same way businesses are often delegating an employee to be the resident expert in all things safety these days, it may be a good idea to pick someone in your party to be responsible for checking on everyone throughout the day. A family walking right down the middle of Main Street, U.S.A. This role could take on several responsibilities, whether that’s making sure your hand sanitizer is packed in your park bag and your face masks are clean each night, or learning where all the Relaxation Stations are. This person can also be the one to remind everyone in your party to stay hydrated. We’ve found our masks make it trickier to remember to drink water throughout the day! Relaxation Station And if you plan on enjoying adult beverages, a designated safety friend could REALLY come in handy. It’s shocking how easy it is to forget to sanitize or to practice social distancing if you’ve had a few cocktails, so in the same way you have a designated driver, have a designated safety friend who’s not drinking and helps everyone stay safe when their guards are down! Wondering where all of those Relaxation Stations are? Learn more here! Bring a thermometer and check your temperature before leaving your hotel room. Currently, Disney World is checking everyone’s temperature when entering the theme parks, Disney Springs, or the table service restaurants at the resort hotels. Guests with a temperature that reads 100.4 degrees and above may not enter that area — if fact, their whole party will be denied entry. Temperature Checks at the Polynesian Resort It may be a good idea to bring a thermometer with you in your suitcase and check everyone’s temperature first thing in the morning before heading out of your hotel room. This could end up saving a ton of time if anyone has a fever. If someone does have a high temperature, check again in a few minutes, and in the meantime have that person drink some water or try to cool down. Temperature Checks Note that you DO get a second chance to check your temperature if it registers too high after having a moment to cool down, but the LAST thing you want to experience is being turned away at the gate because someone’s temperature is over the limit. Not because you won’t be able to get into Disney World, but because if they are sick, they could have infected others during the day. Click here to learn more about all things temperature screening at Disney World Disinfect your personal belongings frequently. We all know about washing and sanitizing our hands, but there are lots of other personal items that you touch countless times each day that you should clean frequently! Disney Parks Print Clutch This includes your cell phone, sunglasses, MagicBand, handheld fans, wallet, or anything that you touch multiple times throughout the day (don’t forget those park bags too!). Americana MagicBand You’ll also want to make sure you are cleaning those cloth masks with soap and water if you plan on using them more than once! Pack some disposable sanitizing wipes or a can of disinfectant to give your belongings a quick once over each evening when you return to your room. We definitely like the added sense of cleanliness in everything we do at a reopened Disney World! See what other changes we prefer more NOW here! Double down on sanitizing your hotel room. Disney World is committed to your safety, and there are added cleaning protocols in each and every hotel room. That said, you may feel more comfortable if you take matters into your own hands and double down on sanitizing your room. Bay Lake Tower Again, here’s where those disinfecting wipes come in handy so bring them along in your suitcase! Wipe down any high touch surfaces in your room, such as the sink, your room phone, light switches, or doorknobs. Read more tips here on how to keep your hotel room EXTRA clean here! Bring travel size disinfecting wipes to the parks. Just like wipes can come in handy to disinfect your hotel room, travel size wipes are the newest park essential! Throw a pack in your park bag and wipe down tables before you dine at any snack or counter service dining location. Wipes handed out at Wine Bar George Travel wipes are a quick and easy way to disinfect your hands, too! If you are far from a handwashing station or restroom, or you aren’t particularly fond of the sanitizer used in the parks, having your own wipes or sanitizer will provide added convenience. Check out the NEW park essentials you’ll need at a reopened Disney World here! Bring at least 1-2 extra masks with you PER DAY. You’ll already have a face mask on when you leave your hotel room each morning, but you will definitely want to pack one or two extra masks EACH day in your park bag. Your face mask will be on for the VAST majority of the day, so you’ll want to make sure you pack extras in case it gets wet, you lose a mask, or other accidents happen. Disney Cloth Face Masks According to the CDC, if your face mask gets wet, it should be replaced as it is no longer considered safe and may make it difficult to breathe. Bubblegum Face Mask Your mask may also go missing, like any other loose item! So you’ll want to make sure you have a healthy supply of comfortable face masks to bring with you. We’ve done a ton of research on what the comfiest face masks are to wear in the theme parks, so be sure to read up before you travel! Rainbow Mickey Face Mask Looking for new face masks? Our DFB store has tons of cute and fun patterns to choose from! DFB branded Orange Bird Mask Be sure to check out our shop for the latest selection and rep your love for DFB when you’re in the parks! How many face masks should you pack in total? Read more here! Dine outdoors. The CDC still recommends dining outdoors over indoors when possible. They note that it is safer because of the added ventilation, so try to dine outdoors as much as possible if this is a concern for you and your travel party. Boathouse Outdoor Seating When picking which dining locations you want to scope out on your next Disney World vacation, be sure to keep in mind whether the seating is primarily outdoors or indoors. Many counter service locations will offer both options, while many table service locations will be indoors. Plaza Outdoor Seating There are also plenty of outdoor spots to scope out and dine at if you are visiting the Taste of EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival. Keep in mind that you must be stationary and physically distanced from others when you are dining. Thinking of heading to Food and Wine this year? Check out our “Best of the Fest” here! Or better yet, bring your own food. If you are still a little uncomfortable with the idea of dining at Disney World, you can always bring your own food! Disney allows guests to bring their own food and beverages into the park as long as they avoid glass containers and alcohol, so consider stocking up on groceries when you arrive in Florida. Groceries in a Disney Resort Gift Shop You can also opt for pre-packaged snacks in the theme parks, like the Mickey Premium Bars or a bag of chips if you get hungry throughout the day. That way, only YOU are touching the food itself. See what it’s like to dine in a reopened Disney World here! There are many ways to add an extra layer of safety to your upcoming Disney World vacation. While you are only as safe as the others around you, you can definitely take several precautions as you travel and enjoy the theme parks. Disney World is definitely learning as they go (so are we!), and in these unprecedented times, best practices may change frequently! So be sure to keep an eye on DFB as we continue to research the best tips and tricks for having a safe and FUN return to Disney World. See how Disney World is breaking the theme park reopening mold here! Have you been to Disney World yet since the theme parks reopened? What are YOUR top tips for staying safe when visiting Disney World? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: One Month Later: The 6 BIGGEST Changes Disney World Has Made Since The Reopening The NEW Disney World Essentials You’ll Need When the Parks Reopen BREAKING NEWS: Disney World to Introduce NEW Mobile Dine Check-in Feature View the full article

Welcome, foolish mortals, to the Disney Parks Blog. I am your host; your ghost host, and I am delighted to bring you a first look at some chilling new products with select items available now at shopDisney.com and more coming this month to Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort and Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort as well. Also, thrilled to give you a shriek peek at some items coming to Disneyland Paris and Shanghai Disney Resort next month as well! Whether you are a fan of the not-so-scary sweets and treats of the Halloween season or have a more sinister side like our Disney Villains, we have some thrilling ways for you to dress up for the season. Also, you’ll want to check out two other new collections themed to “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas” and the fan-favorite, Haunted Mansion. So, get ready for a spirited look at all the ghoulish delights coming to a haunt near you. Disney Parks 2020 Halloween Collection- Select items available now at shopDisney.com & coming soon to Disneyland Resort & Walt Disney World Resort For those of you with a sweet tooth like me, one of the highlights of the season is the sugary treats. Now, you can express your sweet-self with the latest spirit jersey, mini backpack by Loungefly (coming later this month) and candy-swirl Minnie Mouse ear headband. YUM! Those looking for a more retro Halloween look perfect for sweater weather, throw on this new pullover sweater, cloth face mask (coming in Sept.) and cuddle up with the cutest vampire Mickey Mouse plush. Then, show off your inner witch with another all-new Minnie Mouse ear headband! Disney Parks Villains Collection- Coming Soon to shopDisney.com, Disneyland Resort & Walt Disney World Resort Any Disney Villain would tell you it’s good to be bad, and I’m here to embrace that motto with some wicked wear that I certainly will don this Halloween season. First up are some blazing new looks inspired by my favorite villain, Hades, from “Hercules,” including a fiery new spirit jersey and one of the hottest new headbands! Looking for more malevolent style? Well, well… you’re in luck! Check out this Maleficent-inspired headband and crop-top featuring the sea witch herself, Ursula. Disney Parks The Nightmare Before Christmas Collection- Select items available now at shopDisney.com & coming soon to Disneyland Resort & Walt Disney World Resort What’s this?! Why, it’s an all-new collection dedicated to “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas,” here for you to embrace your inner Pumpkin King. From the swiftly stitched together look of Sally, as seen in this tie-back blouse by Her Universe and cloth face mask (coming in Sept.), to the classic black and white look of Jack Skellington, featured in new headwear and even a cloth face mask (coming in Sept.), these cadaverous new products are sure to be a bone-fide hit! “Life’s no fun without a good scare” and a good frightful look to go with it. We’re bringing you some Oogie Boogie-inspired looks, including an all-new spirit jersey, exclusively available at the Disneyland Resort, a Minnie Mouse ear headband by Loungefly and even a woven hat that is seriously spooky! Disney Parks Haunted Mansion Collection– Select items available now at shopDisney.com, Disneyland Resort & Walt Disney World Resort As seen first during our #Halfway2Halloween event back in May, I’m taking all my foolish mortals to regions beyond for a look at even more items to compliment your spirit jersey and mini backpack by Loungefly. Beware of hitchhiking ghosts and, of course, clashing outfits! With this Haunted Mansion-themed cloth face mask, you’ll be able to match your Haunted Mansion-inspired looks and pull it all together with this gorgeous tie-back blouse by Her Universe and crossbody bag by Loungefly (coming in Sept.). shopDisney/Disney Parks Wheelchair Cover Sets- Available now for pre-order at shopDisney.com & coming soon to Disneyland Resort & Walt Disney World Resort Available now for pre-order on shopDisney.com are two wheelchair cover sets. Rev up your chair by transforming it into an incredible super car! The stiff felt with detailed sublimated art looks just like the Incredimobile. Then, feel like true royalty when you transform your chair into a magical Cinderella-inspired coach! Shanghai Disney Resort Halloween 2020 Collections- Coming next month to Shanghai Disney Resort For those of you located near the Shanghai Disney Resort, you’ll be able to add the all-new candy-swirl and witch hat Minnie Mouse ear headbands to your collection along with some eerie new items including a spooky bubble wand and Minnie Mouse-themed mug. Even more Halloween products are coming soon to Shanghai Disney Resort so stay tuned to Shanghai Disney Resort’s channels for more information. Disneyland Paris Halloween 2020 Collection- Coming next month to Disneyland Paris As an added treat for all of you, our friends at Disneyland Paris will also be launching their own Halloween-themed products, including all-new trading pins featuring Mickey Mouse and friends engaging in some fearful fun. So, go ahead and get your spook on with the latest products from Disney Parks and stay tuned for more details on how you can add them to your collections. Whether you’re at home or visiting one of our destinations, I wish you a not-so-scary Halloween season. Happy haunting! View the full article

A mostly Orlando-based team will compete on "World’s Toughest Race: Eco-Challenge Fiji,” which premieres Aug. 14 on Amazon Prime Video. View the full article

Need something light and breezy to wear while walking around Walt Disney World?? Boy, do we have quite a few options for you! Animal Kingdom Gate Good Disney tees and tanks are wardrobe staples around here! We’re always on the lookout for new tops. We loved these Star Wars-themed pieces that we found a few days ago. Not to mention these classic Walt Disney World tees and these super fun shirts that let you match your fave characters and attractions. If you’re in the market for new tops that show off your love for Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we’ve found quite a few for you to choose from! Tree of Life Hehe… we LOVE a good pun, and this bright orange tank from Island Mercantile is Safari, So Good. You can pick this one up for $29.99. Goofy Safari Tank Or how about a fun design featuring Safari-explorer Mickey Mouse? This tank is currently available at Island Mercantile for $34.99! Mickey Tank We love this silhouette of Mickey displayed over scenes from a safari. This shirt has some amazing detail that is just so Animal Kingdom! You snag this one at Island Mercantile for $36.99. Mickey Safari Tee Minnie sure looks she is ready to live that safari life! This tank is currently for sale at Island Mercantile for $24.99. Minnie Safari Tank Don’t just love the butterfly motif in print! Well, with this tank, you can sport a pair of wings of your very own!! Back of Minnie Safari Tank The fun isn’t just for adults! Check out this ADORABLE children’s T-shirt showing some of our favorite Disney pals on an adventure! You can find this one at Island Mercantile for $17.99. Youth Adventure Tee Over at Mombassa Marketplace, adventure is calling! This cool, rustic-looking Kilimanjaro Safaris youth tee is available for $24.95. Gray Adventure Youth Tee Show your love for Disney’s Animal Kingdom and keep cool with any of these breezy tees and tanks! Speaking of tanks… have you seen these yet?? What do you think of these new tops? Tell us what you think in the comment section. Related posts: We Spotted Three Totally Pandorable Shirts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Today! We Found a NEW Line of Fab 5 Character Mugs in Disney World! This SUPER Bright Hoodie We Spotted at Disney World Will Make You Want to Mousercise! View the full article

To celebrate tonight’s Final of the MLS is Back Tournament between Orlando City SC and the Portland Timbers, Walt Disney World Resort temporarily lit the iconic Cinderella Castle in the two teams’ primary colors – Orlando City’s purple and Portland’s green. The specially colored Cinderella Castle honors the successful return of professional sports and the cast members who helped make the tournament happen, in addition to the improbable and magical tournament success of both teams who, like Cinderella, were not expected to have such a fairy-tale ride through this historic tournament. The tournament, which marked the restart of the league’s milestone 25th season, brought approximately 750 players and 500 MLS staff to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex for 51 matches in 35 days. Earlier this week, Guinness World Records recognized Major League Soccer (MLS) with the World Record for largest single location professional soccer tournament for the MLS is Back Tournament! For more information about MLS visit MLSSoccer.com, and for details about ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex check out https://www.espnwwos.com/. View the full article

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Disneyland’s Oogie Boogie Bash may be canceled — but Halloween is still right around the corner! Halloween in Magic Kingdom And in addition to ALL the candy you could possibly ever dream of, Disney Halloween costumes are the BEST part of this holiday. And now, Disney has released a NEW line of inclusive costumes for kids in wheelchairs on shopDisney, and they’re SO cool and cute! For instance, your little princess can arrive at the ball in style with the new Cinderella Adaptive Costume for Kids. ©shopDisney In addition to being a shimmery ball gown, this costume has some special features. It includes a back opening for front entry, an open skirt back for wheelchair-friendly wear, a flap opening for easy tube access, an ankle-length skirt and, oh yeah, TONS of glam! The Cinderella costume costs $49.99 and fits kids ages 2 to 13. ©shopDisney And no princess is complete without her carriage, of course! Introducing: the Cinderella’s Coach Wheelchair Cover Set by Disguise. Turn your little Cindy’s wheelchair into a carriage, which comes with two large wheel covers, two small wheel covers, and two carriage pieces — all of which is made from a stiff felt fabric. This carriage fits most wheelchairs with 24-inch wheels. This enchanting ride is also $49.99. ©shopDisney If your kiddo feels like less of a princess and more like a superhero, become a member of the Parr family with the Incredibles 2 Adaptive Costume for Kids. Your little one can be Dash, Violet, or their own sweet selves as an Incredble with this one-piece bodysuit that comes complete with a mask and gloves. ©shopDisney Like the Cindy costume, this one features a back opening for front entry, a flap opening at the center front for easy tube access and an open rear for wheelchair-friendly wear. This super outfit is $49.99. ©shopDisney And get on the road with the Incredimobile Wheelchair Cover Set by Disguise, for $49.99. It comes with two stiff felt pieces and fits in most wheelchairs. ©shopDisney And if your little one wants to travel to infinity and beyond this Halloween, there’s also a Buzz Lightyear Adaptive Costume for Kids. This one-piece bodysuit comes with an open rear for easy wheelchair weat, a flap opening for easy tube access and a vinyl chest panel featuring Buzz’s classic buttons. This costume is also $49.99. ©shopDisney It’s not known what Halloween will look like this year, but whether you celebrate at home, trick-or-treating locally, or going to a theme park, these costumes will make your kid feel like the little Disney star they are!! Check out MORE Disney Halloween merchandise here! What do you think of Disney’s new adaptive costumes? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: There’s a Mrs. Nesbitt Sweatshirt?! Check Out the 40 NEW Disney Shirts Available Online! The Clawwwww! This Alien Pizza Planet Disney x Loungefly Backpack Is Out of This World! EEK! It’s Time to Pre-Order These Seriously Spoopy Loungefly x Disney Halloween Bags! View the full article

The last time we tried the Chef’s Special at The Polite Pig in Disney Springs, we were treated to a trough FULL of tasty Shrimp and Grits — which you can read our review of here! Shrimp and Grits But now there’s talk around the barnyard about a new Chef’s Special. Let’s take a look at the newest arrival! The Polite Pig is known for its modern spin on classic barbecue! Its menu is filled with smoky grilled delights! The Polite Pig For a limited time, The Polite Pig will be offering diners a super smoky new vision! The new Chef’s Special consists of Smoked Lamb Ribs served with a Sweet Potato Mash and Pink Pineapple with a Plum Mint Glaze! Are you drooling yet? ©The Polite Pig We don’t know how long the new Chef’s Special will be sticking around for, but if we were you, we’d act FAST! Keep in mind, you might need a quick nap after polishing off such a huge pile of meat! Click here to see all the Disney World resort hotels that are currently offering a discount! Get the latest scoop on what’s been happening at Disney Springs this week here! Have you ever been to The Polite Pig? Let us know if you’ll be stopping by to try the new Chef’s Special in the comments below! Related posts: Move Over Pork Rinds — There’s a NEW Special Menu Item at The Polite Pig in Disney World! Disney World Marathoners! Show Your Bib or Medal To Get This FREEBIE in Disney Springs! What’s New at Disney Springs! NEW Menu Items; Missing Menu Items; The CUTEST Valentine’s Day Cards; and FREE Cupcakes! View the full article

Disney’s Animal Kingdom can oftentimes feel like another world, especially when you wander into Pandora: The World of Avatar. Pandora And if you want to commemorate your ride on the back of a banshee or your journey down a Nav’i river, then there’s plenty of merch for you! Yeah, we’ve spotted TONS of new stuff in Pandora lately, from this super crazy windbreaker to a Pandora fannypack. And we’ve also seen plenty of T-shirts! Women’s Pandora T-Shirt Today, we spotted three new-to-us shirts! Are you totally and completely Pandorable?! If the answer is yes, show your Avatar spirit with this new Pandorable pink tee that we spotted at Island Mercantile. This ladies T-shirt cost $24.99. Pandorable tee And if you want to match with a Pandorable little kid in your life, you’re in luck! There’s a Pandorable pink youth shirt that we spotted. This $24.99 tee features bright blue flora as well as a baby direhorse. Just look at that face!! Pandorable youth shirt And anyone who’s been on Flight of Passage knows they were born to, uh, fly…and now you can show that off with this cool new ikran tank, featuring a totally funky banshee! This white tank costs $24.99. Born to Fly Tank Whether you want to rep a cool Pandora animal or show your Avatar spirit, there’s a new Pandora shirt for you! Check out even MORE new Pandora merch we’ve spotted this week! Do you love all this new Pandora merch?! Let us know in the comments. Related posts: Banshee or Millennium Falcon? Is Disney World’s Pandora STILL More Popular Than Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge? Show Your Love for the Na’vi with New Merch Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of Avatar Say Good Morning AND Good Night with These NEW Animal Kingdom Phone Cases! View the full article

It’s always a wild time at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Between flying on the back of the mighty Ikran and seeing tons of adorable animals on safari, we’ve come across a bunch of cool new stuff there lately. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Oh, yeah. Animal Kingdom is full of new merch, including a wild spirit jersey and SO MUCH new Pandora merch that we can hardly keep track of it all. All of that shopping can build up an appetite… so thank goodness the Simba pretzel is back! Speaking of awesome new merchandise, you’re going to love these three new Disney hats we’ve spotted around the park! This totally groovy hat is giving us some major nostalgia vibes! We found it at Discovery Trading Company for $27.99. Walt Disney World hat Conquer the mountain…And then bring home a trophy! Commemorate your roller coaster excursion with this Expedition Everest hat, also spotted at Discovery Trading Company. It can be yours for $27.99. Expedition Everest hat Calling all Wilderness Explorers! This super fun Youth hat is just perfect for the young adventurer in your family. We found it at Mombassa Marketplace for $24.99. Adventure hat These hats are great for keeping the Florida sun off of our faces in the middle of summer! It doesn’t hurt that they’re also totally cool! Check out these new face masks we found in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. So what do you think of these Disney hats?! Sound off in the comment section! Related posts: These New Disney Baseball Hats Are Inspired By Two Classic Attractions! Say Good Morning AND Good Night with These NEW Animal Kingdom Phone Cases! What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom: St. Patrick’s Day Treats, More ABC Disney, and the Almighty MUSHU! View the full article

Wow, Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC… first you bring us Donut Happy Hour. Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC THEN you deliver Brownie Sunbutter Cupcakes. What could possibly be next? Oh, wait… what’s that? Sugar Rush Bars, you say?! Yep! Let’s have a look! Thanks to @erinmckennasbakery on Instagram, we can report that the vegan and allergy-friendly bakery is serving up these cute and colorful Sugar Rush Cake Bars, new for August! Sugar Rush Bars ©Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC Vanellope von Schweetz would be proud! You’ll find Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC in The Landing of Disney Springs. Remember: Donut Happy Hour is also goin’ on at the bakery through this week, and the new Brownie Sunbutter Cupcakes are available for the rest of this month, too! See the new Brownie Sunbutter Cupcake here! The only question is… what will they come up with next? You can bet we’ll keep you posted right here when we find out! Do you have a favorite treat at Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: TWO New Vegan and Allergy-Friendly Cupcakes Have Made Their Way to Disney World! NEWS: Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC Announces Updated Hours for Disney Springs Location Find Out Who’s Hosting DONUT Happy Hour in Disney Springs for a Limited Time! View the full article

Disney fashion alert! We’ve just spotted a new Alex and Ani bracelet honoring Tim Burton’s A Nightmare Before Christmas. And just in time for Halloween. Now that’s putting your best foot (er, face) forward! Jack and Sally As we prepare to style ourselves for the spookiest time of year, we’ve been picturing the perfect Nightmare Before Christmas-themed outfit. Surely it would include this frightfully fierce dress. It would pair beautifully with these Loungefly Minnie Mouse Ears. But we would need another accessory… That’s where Alex and Ani come in! They’ve just released this eerily fun bangle bracelet starring the two-faced Mayor of Halloween Town! ©Disney This spooky accessory is available now at shopDisney for $49.99. Get your own Mayor Alex and Ani here! Perfect! It’s just what we needed to complete our Nightmare Before Christmas outfit! BTW, have you seen this adorable glow-in-the-dark Zero plush?? What do you think of this new Alex and Ani bangle? Will it be joining your collection? Let us know in the comment section! Related posts: It’s Time for a Shopping Spree! A New Subscription Box and MORE Are Coming Soon to shopDisney! Disney BOARD Games So You’ll Never Be BORED Again! 10 Things That Might Start to Make Up for Your Canceled Disney Vacation! View the full article

Well folks, we’ve reached the semi-finals here at the DFB Park Characters Throw Down! Mickey & Friends Motorcade We’re still eating spoonfuls of sugar to cope with Mary Poppins’ loss in round three, but it’s time to look ahead! Round Four is now officially over, and we’re ready to announce the winners! First up — in the match of Mickey Mouse vs. Tigger…Mickey Mouse has emerged victorious! It’s no surprise that the leader of the club is still going strong! But can he win it all? Only time will tell! Oh Boy! It’s Mickey Mouse! Two members of the Fab 5, unfortunately, had to go against each other in this round and…Goofy has officially won against Donald Duck! Looks like the Goof will be dancing his way into the next round. Gawrsh! Hey Goofy! It seems Belle got a bit lost wandering the West Wing and ultimately lost her battle against the one and only Minnie Mouse. You can trust that Minnie Mouse will be rocking those dots into the next round! It’s Minnie! Finally — in the battle of Pluto vs. Chewbacca…the character moving onto the next round is…PLUTO! Looks like our favorite pup is really chasing after that top spot! Hey There, Pluto! So, our semi-final battles will be Mickey Mouse vs. Goofy…and Minnie Mouse vs. Pluto! It’s a Fab 5 showdown (minus Donald…sorry Donald). Check out the updated bracket below. Disney Food Blog Park Characters Throw Down Final Four Who will win the next round? It’s up to you! Head over to our Instagram and keep an eye out for our stories so you can place your vote. Round Five will kick-off TONIGHT! Once we’ve got all the votes in, we’ll let you know who will be heading into the final round! Need more of the Fab 5? Click here to check out this kitchen collection with LOTS of Fab 5 inspired items! Who do you hope wins it all? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: There’s a Mrs. Nesbitt Sweatshirt?! Check Out the 40 NEW Disney Shirts Available Online! Looking for NBA-Themed Disney Merchandise?! TONS of Options Are Now Available Online OVER 30 Items from Disney’s NEW Mousewares Kitchen Collection Are NOW Available Online! View the full article

Howl-O-Scream returns this fall to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. View the full article

Just when you didn’t think your day could get any WORSE, we’ve got a huge Disney Villains update to share with you! Ursula Desk Plate Disney has just shared a sneak peek of their new Disney Villains collection with Good Morning America and we gotta warn you — some of this bad guy stuff looks scary GOOD! We can’t wait to wrap our tentacles around this new Ursula Sweatshirt when it debuts! We love the teal color that reminds us of the ocean — which the evil Sea Witch totally rules! ©shopDisney Just one bite? Don’t mind if we DO! This adorable Poison Apple hat is almost too cute to resist! Now we finally understand why Snow While couldn’t help herself! ©shopDisney And for you Maleficent fiends, try not to fall under the spell of this new Maleficent tank! It might be pure evil, but it also looks wicked stylish and comfortable! ©shopDisney Like we said — this is just a taste of what’s to COME! The new Disney Villains items will be available on August 17th on shopDisney as well as Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort and Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort, so look for them then! Mu ha ha! Get down with your bad self and check out this new Villains merch we spotted at the parks recently here! Which Disney Villain do you love to hate? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: PHOTOS: Adorable Mickey and Minnie Loungefly Wristlets Have Arrived in Disney World and Disneyland! Triple Force Friday = New Star Wars Merch, Star Wars STARS, and Star Wars FOOD! Look as Marvelous as Mickey in the NEW Disney X Kith Collection Coming Soon! View the full article