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Ever wonder what a Disney Park would look like if you built it? With the new mobile Match-3 game, Disney Wonderful Worlds, players will get to wish upon a star and build their own versions of beloved lands. Pre-registration is available now! Immerse yourself in a colorful Disney Park that’s waiting to be built. And with the help of Minnie Mouse, and Mickey and friends, decorate classic Disney Parks attractions. But that’s just the beginning of what you can do, with the game offering an opportunity to relive iconic Disney Parks moments and collect fan-favorite Disney characters. No two parks will look alike with each wonderful world being as unique as the players themselves. Take a first look at the magic you can expect: Disney Wonderful Worlds trailer. Starting today, fans who pre-register at www.disneywonderfulworlds.com will receive a series of exclusive gifts and a unique Minnie Mouse decoration to adorn their park at launch. Disney Wonderful Worlds will launch globally on the App Store and Google Play early next year. Until then, stay up to date by following Disney Wonderful Worlds on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another DFB Video, and today we’re talking about the latest Disney news. Magic Kingdom New shows make their debut in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney releases information about the company financials, and Disney World Annual Passholders are getting a NEW magnet! We’ve got the details on all of that and MORE! Check out all of these recent updates and announcements 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! So check out the video and then let us know: What do you think of the new park hours? 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: Disney Ride Tips and Challenges for the Competitive Traveler! View the full article

After a brief pause in the release of Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction merch, Disney is rolling right along with the upcoming collections! King Arthur Carrousel Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Collection ©shopDisney Series 7 of the collection, inspired by King Arthur Carrousel in Disneyland, will be released on MerchPass on August 11th. And the next series will be VERY close behind! Series 8 of the Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Collection is inspired by an iconic attraction that many guests consider a Disney right of passage — Dumbo! And it looks like this collection will come close on the heels of King Arthur Carrousel. The shopDisney website says Dumbo is coming August 18th! Dumbo Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Collection ©shopDisney Disney has also added a release date for Series 9, inspired by Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. The site says Big Thunder Mountain is coming September 15th! Big Thunder Mountain Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Collection ©shopDisney While the dates are currently listed for both of these collections, Disney hasn’t yet provided any additional details about the releases. ©shopDisney Disney used the MerchPass system for the Peter Pan’s Flight Collection and they plan to use it for the King Arthur Carrousel Collection as well. So, there’s a good chance that could be the route they take for the release of the upcoming collections also! To learn more about shopDisney MerchPass, click here! Want to learn more about the shopDisney MerchPass? Click here! Which of the Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction collections are you the most excited to snag? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: The King Arthur Carrousel Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Collection Will Be Released SOON! Disney Just Introduced a Way to Get EARLY ACCESS to High Demand Merchandise Releases Online! The Peter Pan’s Flight Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Series Will Be Released SOON — With a CATCH! View the full article

Who’s ready for another round of Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction merch?? King Arthur Carrousel Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Collection ©shopDisney Disney just released the Peter Pan’s Flight Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Collection at the end of July but it’s already time to get excited for the next edition in the collection! Series 7 of Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction, inspired by King Arthur Carrousel in Disneyland, will be available SOON! As with the Peter Pan’s Flight Collection, the King Arthur Carrousel Collection will be available through MerchPass. Entering the MerchPass puts you in a drawing for early access to the items you select. And we hope you’re ready because MerchPass entries for Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction King Arthur Carrousel will be open on Tuesday, August 11th starting at 7AM PT! King Arthur Carrousel Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Collection MerchPass ©shopDisney With the MerchPass system, shoppers are able to select whichever pieces from the collection they’re interested in purchasing, and they will then be placed in a random drawing for those items. Here’s Some Helpful MerchPass Info! ©shopDisney Those who are selected will be notified via e-mail by August 13th at 5PM PT, and they’ll have through August 14th to purchase the items they’ve been selected for if they so choose. In other words, even if you’re selected for a specific item, you aren’t required to buy if you change your mind! King Arthur Carrousel We’re not sure when or if the collection will release without the MerchPass — some items like the Disney Castle Collection have shown up after the MerchPass release, but it’s not guaranteed! If you’d like to enter the MerchPass drawing for any of the King Arthur Carrousel items, be sure to head to shopDisney on August 11th! Want to learn more about the shopDisney MerchPass? Click here! Which of the piece from the King Arthur Carrousel collection is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Could the Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Series Be on a Hiatus? Here’s What We’re Seeing. FIRST LOOK at the New King Arthur Carrousel Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Series Disney Just Introduced a Way to Get EARLY ACCESS to High Demand Merchandise Releases Online! View the full article

Walt Disney World will cut its theme-park operating hours this fall, with Epcot closing two hours earlier than normal despite hosting the Taste of Epcot Food & Wine Festival. View the full article

Our “Stories from the Parks” series continues this weekend with new #DisneyCreators experiences from guests and friends enjoying the magic of nature at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. As many of you know, exploring the wild and wondrous is exhilarating at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. And whether it’s encountering exotic animals that amaze and delight or enjoying the park’s world-class entertainment, our vacationing friends have much to share – here are some favorites: @kaylapeloquin @bibbidibobbidi_broke @wildlycharmed @bernettastyle @thesassykids @wintergardenmoms @modismagic @thehappeninghousewife @thebutanclan @itsthedonnellysofficial @balancingpieces While in the park, several of our friends used the popular mobile order service – find out more in our Disney’s Animal Kingdom Instagram Story Highlight. Mobile order service is now available through the My Disney Experience app at Walt Disney World Resort theme parks, Disney Springs and other areas. Visit our special page for more details. Be sure to check the Disney Parks Blog for more #DisneyCreators virtual pixie dust from park guests and visiting friends as we continue our “Stories from the Parks” series. View the full article

It looks like guests will have to wait at least a few more months for their next ride around Tomorrowland on the PeopleMover. Closed PeopleMover When Magic Kingdom reopened to guests in July, we noticed that the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover was not running. While there were signs outside of the attraction informing guests of the temporary closure, Disney did not announce an expected reopening timeframe. But as of this morning, the Disney World refurbishment calendar has been updated to indicate an extended closure of the attraction. On the calendar, the PeopleMover is listed as “closed for refurbishment” from now through October 31st. Magic Kingdom Refurbishment Calendar for the Date of October 31st Currently, the PeopleMover is no longer listed on the refurbishment calendar starting on November 1st, however the attraction availability is subject to change. Magic Kingdom Refurbishment Calendar for the Date of November 1st While Disney hasn’t announced specific details regarding the reason for the closure, the PeopleMover was unexpectedly shut down back in March, in the days leading up to the park closure. We’ll keep an eye out for any additional information about the status of this Tomorrowland staple, so stay tuned! Will Magic Kingdom be decorated for Halloween this year? Here’s what we know! What is your favorite attraction in Tomorrowland? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: The PeopleMover Was STILL CLOSED in Magic Kingdom Today! What’s New at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom: it’s a small world Construction Walls, Crazy Forky Fun, New Baby Yoda Stickers, and a Dry Camel Mission Control, We’ve Just Found the CUTEST Tomorrowland Collection in Disney World! View the full article

We’ve been finding some pretty unusual items at Disney World lately (like the Forky hairbrush). And did you see these skincare masks we found at EPCOT that will make your face look like a cat or a dog?! Will you be a cat? Will you be a dog? But today we learned an important lesson: strange Disney merchandise isn’t made exclusively for humans. Dogs are now getting some pretty unique items at Disney World too! Case in point: check out the Disney dog socks we spotted at Disney Springs today! Dog Socks We’ve seen Disney food bowls, collars, and toys, but dog SOCKS?! That’s a new one even for well-seasoned shoppers such as ourselves! We guess it kinda makes sense, though! After all, we wouldn’t want our best friend’s tootsies to get cold! Check out this Minnie Mouse-inspired set of dog socks… Dog Socks …which includes FOUR socks instead of two (for obvious reasons!). We love how they even have little grip “beans” on the bottom so your poochie won’t go slippin’ and slidin’! Pick ’em up for $14.99! Dog Socks Mickey Mouse-patterned dog socks for $14.99 are available too (and both styles come in a variety of different sizes)! Dog Socks We also spotted the Love Mickey spirit jersey for dogs for $36.99! It coordinates back to the short-sleeved spirit jersey for hoomans we saw released during Pride Month! Dog Spirit Jersey We found all of these new doggo accessories at Pet Tails inside the Marketplace Co-Op, so check for them there! Wanna bring your pets to Disney World? Find out everything you need to know right here! Do you like to buy souvenirs for your pets when you visit Disney World? Tell us what you’ve brought back for them in the comments below! Related posts: SQUIRREL! We Found A Super Sweet New Dug Hat in Disney World! What’s New at Disney Springs! NEW Menu Items; Missing Menu Items; The CUTEST Valentine’s Day Cards; and FREE Cupcakes! WANTED: One Fedora to ROCK With These NEW Tommy Bahama Shirts in Disney World! View the full article

When Disney World presented the option of canceling Annual Passes, it left many of Disney World’s biggest fans with a TOUGH decision. And there may be some of you still grappling with the choice. Walt Disney World Annual Passholder The final day to opt into cancellation of the pass is Tuesday, August 11th, and passes will no longer be valid for entry beginning August 12th if you choose to cancel, so time is running out! While we don’t know your exact situation and the decision is ultimately yours, we can do our best to help you weigh the pros and cons as to whether or not you should cancel your Disney World Annual Pass. What are your options? Disney extended the option to Passholders to cancel their current Passes back in mid-June, ahead of the park reopening. At the time, Disney stated that Passholders can choose between receiving an added one-month extension to their Pass (on top of adding back the days lost due to the closure), or they could choose to cancel the pass. We will get into more specifics below. © Disney Keep in mind that, as we said, Disney ALREADY extended Annual Passes based on the number of days the parks were closed. So, for example, if your Florida Resident Disney Weekday Select Annual Pass’ original expiration date was August 1, it will now expire on November 26, 117 days after the original date, plus the additional month, if you choose to keep your pass (so your pass would be valid until the end of December). All Annual Passholders who choose to take the one-month extension (instead of canceling) will see the change processed and reflected on their Pass sometime in October 2020. MMRR Annual Passholder MagicBand Now, there are some slightly different factors to consider depending on if you paid for your Annual Pass in full, or if you are on the monthly payment plan. If you paid in full… If you paid for your Pass in full and decide to cancel, you will receive a partial refund based on the amount of time left on your pass. Remember that the pass will no longer be valid for entry beginning August 12, so you could estimate your partial refund amount based on the time between August 12 and your most up-to-date expiration date. Annual Passholder Sticker If you are on the monthly payment plan… If you are on the monthly payment plan and you choose to cancel, it’ll look a bit different. Disney will waive any payments due on your Pass after August 11, and any payments made between July 11 and August 11 will be refunded. Annual Passholder Chef Minnie Coaster It seems like Disney has already been testing the monthly payment system, as back in July many Annual Passholders on the plan were suddenly charged for the four months’ worth of time the parks were closed. This has since been rectified. Read more about the options Disney World has given to their Annual Passholders here! Does it make sense financially to cancel your pass? Depending on how much time is left on your Annual Pass, you may be faced with a nominal or a rather hefty refund coming your way, should you choose to cancel. For example, if you purchased a Disney Platinum Pass (non-Florida resident) in full at the current 2020 price of $1195.00, and your pass does not expire for another nine months, you’d receive a refund of $896.25. Passholder Entrance sign If you’re a Florida resident and purchased a Silver Annual Pass last year in full for $519.00 (before the price increase), and your pass expires in four months, you will receive a refund of $173.00. That’s still a decent chunk of change! Annual Passholder 2020 MagicBand Should you choose to cancel your pass that you paid for in full, Disney has stated that Passholders will receive their refunds on their original form of payment in mid to late September. Epcot Entrance If you were on the monthly payment plan, it’s a little easier to do the math to calculate how much money you will save. You would simply multiply your monthly payment amount times the number of months left on your pass, and you will have the total amount that will be waived after August 11. Have you already canceled your Pass or are considering canceling? Click here to see when and how you can expect your refund to appear! Will the Park Pass System work FOR or AGAINST you? The Park Pass Reservation System is one tricky little program and one that has caused some serious strife for Annual Passholders since its rollout. Annual Passholder Availability Before July 14. Much of August was already filled up. Park Pass Reservation availability has filled up MUCH faster for Annual Passholders than for any other Guest type. The trouble here is that local Annual Passholders or those who can more easily take a last-minute trip to Disney World can no longer simply say “I want to visit the parks this weekend.” In most cases, you may not be able to get a reservation until sometime over a month later (especially if you want to visit Disney’s Hollywood Studios). So, one could justifiably say “what’s the point of being a Passholder?” if you can no longer spontaneously visit the parks whenever you please. Crowds trying to enter Disney’s Hollywood Studios The Park Pass System specifically seems to be working AGAINST local Passholders who do not need hotel accommodations. This is because a Passholder with a hotel reservation can simply book a Park Pass Reservation as a Resort Guest, which has significantly more reservation availability. ©Screenshot From Disney Park Pass It looks like Disney is periodically adding more Park Pass availability to Passholders, but we would not count on that as a guarantee if the date you want to visit is full. This suspicion seemed to be confirmed by Disney CEO Bob Chapek, who during the most recent Quarterly Earnings Call noted that unclaimed reservations were being given to local Passholders at the last minute. Cinderella Castle Because of the overall lower availability for Annual Passholders, you will need to plan your trips to Disney World much farther ahead of time than you’re used to. The spontaneity of using your Pass isn’t what it used to be, especially if you live nearby and are more used to last-minute trips to the parks. Read more about what we’ve learned about Disney World’s current Guest percentages since reopening here! And then there are all the OTHER things to consider! Deciding whether or not to cancel your Disney World Annual Pass is a much bigger decision than how much money you’ll be refunded, and even bigger than the new Park Pass Reservation System. Beyond the objective variables that include financial implications and reservations, there are a ton of other factors to consider that only YOU can place a value on. Princess Promenade in EPCOT For example, how safe do YOU feel going to Disney World right now? Are the parks going to be enjoyable for you and your family, regardless of how much money you’ll save or how easy it is to get a Park Pass Reservation? After crunching the numbers and mastering the Reservation System, if you don’t feel safe, you may not enjoy your time at Disney World until things start to resemble some level of “normalcy.” Health and Safety Signage From what we have seen and experienced ourselves, Disney World is doing quite a bit to make sure the Guest experience is safe in these unprecedented times. One of the most noticeable health measures is their face mask policy. While this may add a level of security for many Guests, others may feel like the masks diminish their overall experience at the parks. Tie-dye Mickey Face Mask There are also all of the reduced offerings to consider. If your Disney World vacations are all about meeting the characters and watching the fireworks every night, you’ll be out of luck for a while. Casey’s Corner is Still Closed To give you a QUICK recap, Disney World has temporarily suspended fireworks, parades, character meet and greets, traditional character dining (with the modified exceptions of Topolino’s Terrance and Garden Grill), as well as the Disney Dining Plan, FastPass+, and Park Hopping. At this time, we do not know when Disney will bring these back. Mickey and Pluto! Despite these cons, there are also a couple of significant pros to consider. It’s important to point out that for the most part, thanks to the limited park capacity, the crowd levels at the theme parks right now are DRASTICALLY lower than what they are typically. Most attractions are walk-ons, and there is more elbow room in the parks than we’ve seen in YEARS. There are definitely some things we like BETTER now than we did before the closures. Where’d Everybody Go? If you think it may be worth it to hang onto your Annual Pass, keep in mind that you’ll also get that renewal discount when it comes time to re-up your Pass. The savings here aren’t significant, but it’s certainly something to consider if you foresee wanting to have that pass in 2021 and beyond. Is Disney World safe to visit right now? Read our thoughts here! So, what do WE think you should do with your Annual Pass? Ultimately we cannot tell YOU what decision to make with your Annual Pass, but being an Annual Passholder at Disney World is a whole different ball game than what it was before the closures. While there are some hidden benefits to visiting the parks now (low crowds being the big one), just getting TO the parks and enjoying your time there can be a burdensome experience. Disney World The factors that you considered when you originally signed up for your pass may not be the same factors you have now when deciding whether or not to keep your pass. Every family and travel party is different from the next, so we hope you take all this information into consideration if you have yet to make your decision! Looking to visit Disney World in 2020? Here’s some important info you’ll need to know! Are you a Disney World Annual Passholder? Have you decided what to do with your Pass? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: News: New Dining Discounts for Disney World Annual Passholders for 45th Anniversary Year Disney World Vacation Hacks the Pros SWEAR By NEWS: Walt Disney World Annual Passholders Have Started Receiving E-mails About the Latest Updates View the full article

10 out of 10 magic mirrors agree Snow White is the fairest of them ALL! Snow White Looking to add some Disney princess swagger to your wardrobe? You’ve got some amazing options for princess-inspired accessories like this Princess and the Frog Jewelry Collection or some Disney Princess Loungefly backpacks! But the fun doesn’t stop there. Check out these amazing Snow White-themed tops we spotted today at Disney Springs! The Evil Queen is asking “Who is the fairest one of all?” on this new Snow White tank top! We don’t think she’s going to like the answer! Snow White Tank Pick this one up for $34.99! Snow White Tank OR whistle while you work in this new Seven Dwarfs Hoodie for $44.99! Seven Dwarfs Hoodie We love how this one features a silhouette of the Seven Dwarfs (or 7D as it’s abbreviated) and there’s even a little apple with a bite mark shaped like Snow White herself! You’ll also notice “1937” appears on the front of the hoodie — that’s the year Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs made history in theaters! Seven Dwarfs Hoodie We found both new Snow White tops at DisneyStyle today, so look for ’em there! Two more stores have just reopened at Disney Springs! Click here to find out which ones! Are you a fan of Snow White? Tell us which dwarf you identify with the most in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Disney Springs — Loungefly Backpacks, Star Wars Merch, Pins, and More! The NEW Colorful Balloon Spirit Jersey Has Made Its Way to Disney World! What’s New in Disney Springs: Mint Cannolis, the Most Adorable Rubber Duck Drink, and a BRAND NEW Uniqlo Collection! View the full article

We found something in Disney Springs that we think Indiana Jones fans will love — and no, it’s not the Holy Grail! World of Disney For tons of fun Indiana Jones Easter eggs and references, Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar is typically our go-to in Disney Springs. But if you’re looking for some Indy-themed merch to go along with your drinks and eats at Jock Lindsey’s, we found something that might do the trick! While strolling through World of Disney in Disney Springs today, we spotted a real treasure — Indiana Jones merchandise! Specifically, this “Snakes, Why Did It Have To Be Snakes” Baseball Cap! Indiana Jones Baseball Cap The hat features the iconic “snakes” quote from Raiders of the Lost Ark, when Indy finds himself face-to-face with hundreds of his not-so-favorite animal! Indiana Jones Baseball Cap This hat obviously isn’t a fedora, which Indy famously sports, BUT there is a fedora embroidered on the bill of the cap! We’d say that’s a fair compromise! There’s a Fedora on the Bill of the Cap! Wanna rock this baseball cap on your next adventure? We found it at World of Disney for $27.99! Looking for more Indiana Jones-themed fun?? Check out our review from our most recent trip to Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar! What movie quote would you like to see Disney put on a hat next? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: What Time Is It? It’s Always “Snack Time” With This New Watch in Disney World! This NEW Haunted Mansion Puzzle Flew Off the Shelves in Disney World Today Check Out the Newest Mickey Mousewares for Your Kitchen in Disney World! View the full article

Cupcake lovers rejoice!! The inside of Sprinkles is now open! Sprinkles Cupcake We’ve been getting some delicious favorites and even some limited time cupcakes, from the Sprinkles ATM for a while now, but we haven’t been able to visit the inside of their store in Disney Springs since it reopened back on May 29th — until now! We got to visit the newly reopened inside part of the store and we’re ready to buy ALL the cupcakes! Ah, Sprinkles — and the joy of knowing you’re about to throw your diet out the window and eat happiness in the form of an incredibly delicious cupcake! Sprinkles Entrance As we got closer to the entrance, we noticed a sign giving us some friendly reminders about Sprinkles’ safety and payment policies. Masks and social distancing are required, and only debit and credit cards are accepted. No cash (said a la Edna Mode’s “no capes”). Sprinkles Payment Sign Inside, we got a look at the menu. Sprinkles Menu Red Velvet, Salty Caramel, Sprinkle… there are so many options to choose from! Sprinkles Menu There were plastic barriers in the line for guest safety and social distancing markers indicating where we should stand. Sprinkles Inside We noticed signs about Sprinkles’ mobile app that we could use to make delivery and pickup orders. Cupcake delivery is an extremely dangerous option… we can feel the sugar rush coming! Sprinkles One of the biggest changes we noticed, however, was the addition of the all-new invisible cupcake! Just kidding! The cupcake display is currently empty but of course, you can admire your beautiful cupcake once you’ve purchased it. We did find out that the seasonal cupcake offering at the moment is the Cookie Cupcake! YUM! Sprinkles Cupcakes Display The patio seating area in the back is also still closed and blocked off, so you’ll have to take your cupcakes elsewhere in Disney Springs to enjoy them. Sprinkles Outdoor Seating Area So now guests have one more option for how to snag some delicious cupcakes on their visit to Disney Springs. Whether you order inside, through the app, or at the cupcake ATM, we hope you have an absolutely delicious time! Click here to learn more about a new location coming soon to Disney Springs that will feature MORE sweet treats! What is your favorite Sprinkles cupcake? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Don’t Miss Out On This Colorful Limited Edition Treat At Disney Springs REVIEW: This 4th of July Cupcake in Disney World Is Insta-Worthy and Delicious! The Peanut Butter Ganache Cupcake Is Coming to Sprinkles for a LIMITED TIME ONLY! View the full article

Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom offically reopened on July 11th, while Disney’s Hollywood Studios and EPCOT welcomed back guests on July 15th. Spaceship Earth From policy changes, to menu additions, to new merchandise, we’ve seen a TON of changes in the Disney World parks since they have reopened! And it looks like the park hours will undergo a change in the near future as well! All four theme parks will observe shortened hours beginning September 8th. Starting on September 8th, the park hours for Magic Kingdom will be 9AM-6PM, reduced from the previous hours of 9AM-7PM. September 2020 Park Hours for Magic Kingdom from the Disney World Website The park hours for EPCOT will be 11AM-7PM, reduced from the previous hours of 11AM-9PM. The Disney World park hours calendar hasn’t yet reflected this change, but it has updated on the Disney Park Pass site. September 8th 2020 Park Hours for EPCOT from the Disney Park Pass Website The park hours for Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be 10AM-7PM, reduced from the previous hours of 10AM-8PM. September 2020 Park Hours for Hollywood Studios from the Disney World Website The park hours for Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be 8AM-5PM, reduced from the previous hours of 8AM-6PM. While these are the hours listed on the park hours site, the Disney Park Pass site lists the opening time for Animal Kingdom as 9AM starting on September 8th. This is super confusing, especially for those planning to get to the park when it opens. Therefore we will update you once the morning time is the same on both parts of the site. September 2020 Park Hours for Animal Kingdom from the Disney World Website As with the other updates to Disney World procedures, this is subject to change based on how the situation in the parks evolves. We’ll keep an eye out for any additional updates, so be sure to stay tuned! Here’s a BIG piece of NEW Disney World planning advice you’re not thinking about! What do you think of the updated park hours? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: NEWS! Revised Park Hours Posted for Disney World’s Planned Reopening! ULTIMATE GUIDE To Disney World Transportation After Reopening! How To Get Your Hands on the Starbucks “You Are Here” Disney Parks Mugs WITHOUT Actually Visiting the Parks! View the full article

It’s a SCARY good time to be a Haunted Mansion fan! Haunted Mansion We’ve spotted a TON of new Haunted Mansion merch in the parks lately! Whether you prefer the Haunted Mansion dress, baseball cap, Crocs, or face mask, there are plenty of ways to rep your love of this iconic attraction! And now, there’s ANOTHER awesome piece of Haunted Mansion merch we just HAVE to add to our collection! This Haunted Mansion Blanket is perfect to have on hand for any chilling challenges you might face! Haunted Mansion Blanket The blanket is covered in the iconic wallpaper pattern from the attraction, and it measures 60 inches by 72 inches. Haunted Mansion Blanket We spotted this blanket at Memento Mori, the shop near the exit of Haunted Mansion! You can snag this cozy keepsake for $59.99! Here’s A TON of Disney Halloween merchandise you can snag online! Do you plan on picking up this Haunted Mansion blanket? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: A New Haunted Mansion Hat has Materialized in Disney World! What’s New at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom: it’s a small world Construction Walls, Crazy Forky Fun, New Baby Yoda Stickers, and a Dry Camel NEW To-Die-For Haunted Mansion DIORAMAS Materialize in Disney World! View the full article

MAC and Origins have officially reopened in Disney Springs! MAC and Origins are BOTH open! But the excitement didn’t stop there! As we continued on our Disney Springs journey we noticed that a new Rustic Cuff kiosk has sprung up! That’s right — the Rustic Cuff pop-up shop has closed to make way for the new Gideon’s Bakehouse. Now, a new Rustic Cuff kiosk has just opened over by Paddlefish! This is the old Lovepop location, but Lovepop is actually getting a storefront soon. Rustic Cuff Kiosk It doesn’t have quite the same vast selection of baubles you could find at its former storefront, but we think it’s pretty awesome to still be able to shop for some Rustic Cuff accessories. And soon we’ll be stuffing our faces with delicious Gideon’s Bakehouse cookies TOO! Gideon’s Bakehouse If you’re heading to Disney Springs this weekend, be sure to look for the new Rustic Cuff kiosk to peep their new digs! Check out this INSANELY cute BaubleBar X Disney jewelry collection here! Did you ever get the chance to visit Rustic Cuff’s store when it was open? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: A New Store Has Opened in Disney Springs And It’s Selling Major EYE CANDY! News! Free People Will Be Reopening in Disney Springs on May 20th Ever After Jewelry Co. & Accessories Has Officially Reopened in Disney Springs! View the full article

The name Brightline Trains is returning to replace the short-lived Virgin Trains brand. The Virgin empire of trains, planes and cruise boats has been in distress with the COVID-19 pandemic, according to media accounts. View the full article

Over a month ago, we told you about a court ruling that could save Disney and potentially other Florida resort operators millions in real property taxes. Beach Club Resort Now, the court has withdrawn its previous order and issued a new, revised opinion. We’ve got all the details on what this new ruling may mean for Disney and others! In 2015, Rick Singh, as the property appraiser of Orange County increased the tax assessment of Disney’s Yacht Club Resort and Disney’s Beach Club Resort by 118%! This resulted in a tremendous increase in property taxes due on these resorts. Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Disney challenged that assessment and on some of its other properties as well. Previously, the appeals court entered an order finding that the assessment process Singh used to appraise Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts was illegal under Florida law. Now, the Court issued a new opinion and softened its position. Yacht Club Resort Instead of declaring that the appraisal method itself is “illegal,” the Court has noted that the manner in which Singh applied the appraisal method included certain values as part of the assessment that should not have been included. Yacht and Beach Clubs’ Stormalong Bay Cabana Construction The appeals court also found that the record didn’t contain competent substantial evidence from which the lower court could make an assessment of the property. Therefore, the matter must actually be sent back to the Orange County Property Appraiser so they can conduct a reassessment of the property consistent with the Court’s latest opinion. Disney’s Beach Club Resort What does this mean for the future? It means Disney and other hotel operators don’t have as easy a path toward tax savings as they thought. And, instead of getting a firm ruling from the Court that resolves all of their disputes about the valuation of these hotels, the Property Appraiser will need to reassess the property — which, of course, must be in compliance with the Court’s current rulings. Disney’s Beach Club Resort According to the Orlando Sentinel, Singh is pleased with the new order as it gives his office the chance to return to their work in determining an accurate assessment of the value of the resorts. One attorney noted that the new ruling is not as powerful as the initial one, but still sends a signal to those using the same method Singh used for his appraisal of these resorts that the method will be highly scrutinized. So, it wasn’t exactly the slam dunk Disney got before. It will be interesting to see how this order affects the other cases Disney has pending on various other properties’ assessed values. We’ll keep an eye out what happens with Singh’s reassessment of the property and see what action Disney takes from there! Click here to check out the ultimate Disney World reopening video playlist! What do you think about all of this? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Did Somebody Say Hotel DISCOUNT?! We’re Looking at You, Disney World Annual Passholders! All the Disney News You Missed When Trying to Remember What Day It Is SeaWorld Orlando Tested Their Mako Coaster With Masked Riders Today! View the full article

While Downtown Disney in Disneyland has begun a phased reopening, the Disneyland parks are still closed. Disneyland Main Entrance Disney had initially planned to reopen Disneyland Park and Disney’s California Adventure on July 17th, but they later delayed the reopening pending theme park guidelines from the state of California. And while a new reopening date for the parks and hotels has not yet been announced, Disneyland did release some important information for their Cast Members today! According to an Instagram post from the official Disneyland Cast and Community account, when the time comes for Cast Members to return to work, they will receive a care kit filled with important resources. The care kit will include company-issued face coverings, hand sanitizer, a thermometer, and cast resources. Disposable Face Mask We’ll continue to keep an eye out for any additional information regarding the reopening of the Disneyland parks, so stay tuned for more updates! Check out what’s new at Downtown Disney in Disneyland! Have you been to Downtown Disney since the phased reopening has begun? Share your experience with us in the comments. Related posts: NEWS! Disneyland Has Started Recalling Cast Members from Furlough! Halloween Time Churro Bites Cereal Sundae at Disneyland’s Hungry Bear Restaurant! Disneyland and Union Security Employees Have Reached a Furlough Agreement View the full article

Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels can give you on-property benefits with great savings. © Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs Resort Area Many of the Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels also contained small in-resort stores that sold a variety of Disney merchandise items as well as Disney park tickets. Now, we’ve got some updates about whether you’ll be able to visit these Disney stores during your next stay in one of these hotels. Recently, we were able to speak with a representative from the B Resort and Spa who said that their in-resort Disney store is permanently closed and, in fact, has been closed since January of this year. ©B Resort and Spa The representative indicated that she believed the store was closed because the hotel is so close to Disney Springs. It seems guests would rather do their shopping at the many stores in the Springs rather than the smaller store within the resort. We were also able to speak with someone over at the Holiday Inn Orlando Disney Springs. The individual who we spoke to there said their in-resort Disney store is also closed, although he was unsure of how “permanent” the closure is. ©Holiday Inn But he did mention that Disney has already been removing a lot of items from the store, including the shelving. While we can’t say for certain, the removal of store shelving seems to indicate a fairly permanent closure to us. The representative from the Holiday Inn Orlando also noted that he knew Disney had been closing a lot of Disney Store locations outside of the resort. We’ll keep checking on the status of these, but it seems like select Disney stores within the Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels may be a thing of the past. At least we’ve got LOTS of options at Disney Springs to keep us (and our wallets) very busy! Click here to get more details on the new Gideon’s Bakehouse location that will be opening soon at Disney Springs! Have you ever stayed at a Disney Springs Resort? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Take Advantage of the Summer Is Fun SALE at Disney Springs Area Hotels! Cha-CHING! Here are ALL of the Disney World Discounts Available NOW! We Hope You’re Hungry ‘Cause There’s A NEW Smoked Chicken Wrap in Disney World! View the full article

We’ve been feeling very well-dressed at the parks these days while wearing our official DFB-branded Dapper masks! Dapper Masks Most people know you’ll need to wear a face mask at all times when you visit Disney World, but did you know you can buy A TON of super cute Disney-inspired face masks in our official DFB store. AND we’re adding new styles all the time? Yup, it’s true! Before you head off to the parks, we recommend bringing at least two face masks with you per person, per day! That way, you’ll have a back-up mask to change into just in case your primary mask gets wet or worse, LOST! You’ll need to stock up on A LOT of masks beforehand, but don’t worry, we ‘ve got your back! Or should we say face?! Well, you get what we mean! Amuck Mask A few days ago we released our new Amuck mask just in time for Halloween, but today we’ve added a slew of new DFB designs! All of our masks are non-medical grade and made of reusable cloth with elastic ear bands. They cost $14.95 and one size fits most! Click here to buy the Amuck mask! Here’s our new Kuzco-inspired Emperor mask which is available today! Emperor Mask This one makes us feel like true Disney royalty! Click here to buy the Emperor mask! Pair it with our new Groove mask to add a little Kronk to the mix! Groove Mask We totally dig the groovy palette of this one! Click here to buy the Groove mask! Attention, space rangers! We’re picking up a signal on our monitors! Oh wait, it’s just our new Space Ranger mask inspired by the one and only Buzz Lightyear! Space Ranger Mask We can’t wait to take this one for a ride on Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin! Click here to buy the Space Ranger mask! Of course, we had to roundup another member of the Toy Story crew! Here’s our new Sherriff mask! Sherriff Mask This one comes complete with cow print, Woody’s plaid shirt, and even his badge! Click here to buy the Sherriff mask! Who’s the leader of the club? You can be with our new MM Club 50s mask! MM Club 50s Mask We love the Mid Century feel of the pattern on this one! Click here to buy the MM Club 50s mask! You can also go totally retro with our new MM Club 70s mask! MM Club 70s Mask The vintage colors and logo are totally FAR OUT, man! Click here to buy the MM Club 70s mask! And for you 90s club kids, we’ve got the perfect mask for you too! Check out this totally gnarly MM Club 90s mask! MM Club 90s Mask Justin, Brtiney, and Christina would definitely approve of this one! Click here to buy the MM Club 90s mask! All of our new DFB face masks are now available in our online store and if you use the promo code NEWMASK you can save 10% off your purchase! Check ’em out right now and to peep some of our other cloth face mask designs, click here! Looking for some face masks tips? Click here to read about our experiences with wearing masks at the parks all day! Which characters or attractions would you like to see on a face mask? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: We’re LIVE at TOY STORY LAND in Disney World’s Hollywood Studios!!! There’s a Mrs. Nesbitt Sweatshirt?! Check Out the 40 NEW Disney Shirts Available Online! We Spotted Some of the CUTEST, Hard-to-Find Toy Story Merch at Disney World Today! View the full article

Something very strange is happening at EPCOT right now! Italian Margarita Some of our favorite items that weren’t on the menu when Taste of EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival first began on July 15th have strangely returned! For instance, back by popular demand, you can now get the Italian Margarita at Italy’s booth and now another fan-favorite item has just popped up in Japan! Move over Frothy Ramen — The Teriyaki Chicken Bun has returned to the Japan food booth! We noticed Disney World’s website now shows the Teriyaki Chichen Bun on the festival’s official menu! Screenshot of Disney World’s Website Here’s what the Teriyaki Chicken Bun looks like IRL! It’s been a staple of Japan’s food booth for many festivals, so we know a lot of bao fans are going to be happy to hear this good news. Teriyaki Chicken Bun As you can see, inside the steamed bun, it’s filled with shredded chicken, minced veggies, and a rich teriyaki sauce! Each bao will set you back 6 bucks! Teriyaki Chicken Bun Once we’re back in EPCOT, we’ll confirm (without a doubt!) that the Teriyaki Chicken Bun returned and scoop one up for you, but since it’s now officially on Japan booth’s menu, we feel pretty confident that it’s there in case you get to the booth before we do! Check out our full review of Japan’s food booth here! Do you have a favorite Food and Wine menu item you’d like to see return? Tell us what you’re hoping to see come back in the comments below! Related posts: Review! Appleseed Orchard Is BACK at the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival, But in a Different Place! BREAKING NEWS: Disney World’s Epcot Food and Wine Festival Is BACK! And It Starts SOON! How Do You Socially Distance an EPCOT Food and Wine Booth? Click Here to See! View the full article

Can you believe Disney Springs has been reopened now for a few months!? Since the shopping and dining district first welcomed guests back on May 20, additional locations have reopened along the way. Mac and Origins are BOTH open! As of today, two more shops have opened. Just when we thought our wallets were safe, both MAC and Origins opened their doors to shoppers! Our first stop was MAC Cosmetics! Currently, they are only allowing five guests in at a time, and the sampling of products, including makeup applications and testing, are currently unavailable. Welcome back to MAC! While it may be tricky to pick out makeup products without being able to sample them, their staff are on-hand to answer any questions you may have. MAC Cosmetics We certainly had a successful shopping trip to MAC! MAC Cosmetics After MAC, we hopped into Origins to see what new measurements they had in place. Origins Those floor markers we’ve all come to know and love are present, keeping shoppers six feet apart. Hand sanitizer was also readily available throughout the store. Origins Much like MAC, certain parts of the shopping experience needed to be altered to fit current health and safety regulations. That meant that their handwashing sink was currently unavailable to use. Origins So, stop by MAC and Origins the next time you’re in Disney Springs and pamper yourself! Whether you’re shopping for skincare, makeup, or both, Disney Springs has got you covered. We’re keeping up with another upcoming opening at Disney Springs that is sure to satisfy our sweet tooth! Have you been to Disney Springs since their phased reopening began in May? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: The Rubber Duckie Drink RETURNS! We’re Back at The Boathouse in Disney Springs on Reopening Day News! World of Disney Has Officially Reopened in Disney World — And You Won’t Believe the WAIT TIME! Review! We’re Dining at T-Rex in Disney World, But Will Our Meal Be Dino-MITE?? View the full article

Why, HELLO THERE, from Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Fichwa Fellow Wall at Harambe Market in Animal Kingdom We hope you’ll join us on our latest trek around this beautiful park, where we’re exploring all the latest food news, pin board moves, a couple of new spots to find a favorite brew, and MUCH more! Animal Kingdom Food Updates Of course, if you’re gonna go on a trek, you’ve got to fuel up first! So you may want to know that you can currently grab a Churro at Dino-Bite Snacks in DinoLand, U.S.A. Dino-Bite Snacks Good to know, since you’ll typically find Churros at the currently-closed Dino Diner. Churro sign at Dino-Bite Snacks Tiger Pale Lager from Singapore isn’t new to Animal Kingdom, but it is newly available at the Anandapur Ice Cream Truck in Asia. Anandapur Ice Cream Truck Africa’s Harambe Fruit Market is serving it as well. Tiger Lager sign Pair some with the tasty Corn on the Cob here and that’s not a bad plan for your afternoon break at all! Animal Kingdom Location Updates We’ve got a few location switcheroos to report! FuelRod users will want to note that the FuelRod machine which used to be located inside the newly reopened Island Mercantile is located just outside of the shop now. FuelRod machine We also discovered that the Pin Trading Board which used to be near Primeval Whirl (we already miss you!) is now inside Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures. Pin Trading Board Pin Board Speaking of Pin Boards… Pin Board at the Camera Center …we also spotted one just outside the Camera Center at Garden Gate Gifts located in the park’s entrance area, in case you’re a trader. This one is positively packed! Pin Board at the Camera Center Curious about Pin Trading in the parks these days? Read more here. Moving on to Discovery Island… Animal Kingdom Merchandise Updates Island Mercantile ICYMI, Island Mercantile reopened this week! Island Mercantile Check out the newly reopened Island Mercantile here! And tucked inside are all sorts of new goodies… Island Mercantile … including this WILD new Animal Kingdom Spirit Jersey ($69.99)! Animal Kingdom Spirit Jersey After seeing it at the Mercantile, we spotted it again in several other locations throughout the park, so it shouldn’t be too hard to find when you take a trek of your own. Animal Kingdom Spirit Jersey See the NEW Animal Kingdom Spirit Jersey here! New apparel also includes a pretty-in-pink leopard print Animal Kingdom dress for youth ($34.99). Animal Kingdom Dress for Kids But the big kids weren’t forgotten, thanks to the gray and green adult Animal Kingdom tank top ($29.99). Animal Kingdom Tank Top for Adults Wanna take a closer look? Check out the new apparel in detail here! We also found the cutest Grape Soda mug ($22.99) inspired by Up! Grape Soda Mug (And keep reading, Up fans, because there’s more where this came from!) See the adorable Grape Soda Mug here! Now, even though Island Mercantile is located on Discovery Island, it just so happens to be where we found the NEW Pandora fanny pack ($34.99)! Pandora Fanny Pack Check out the Pandora Fanny Pack here! Of course, if you’re really serious about finding some Pandora gear, there’s one place where you can find a LOT more of it… Windtraders Windtraders is the merchandise shop in Pandora — The World of AVATAR, and it’s there that we found out that the bright and beautiful Pandora blankets ($39.99) had been restocked. Pandora Blanket These sold out right after the park reopened! You can also “EXPLORE Pandora” with this new Pandora Backpack ($39.99)! Pandora Bag It’s worth exploring all the fun details, too, and you can do that here! Two new youth-sized tees joined the lineup, too! You can choose either the “Scream like a banshee” shirt ($17.99) or the Ikran tee ($19.99). Pandora Youth Shirt That said, if you purchase two, they’re $15.00 each. Pandora Youth Shirt See ALL the new Pandora merchandise right here! Of all the new merchandise, we’ve saved what we think is the best for last… Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures HAVE YOU SEEN the new UP MINNIE MOUSE EARS?!? Up Minnie Ears We spotted these beauties at Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures in DinoLand, USA for $29.99. “Adventure is out there!” Up Minnie Ears You’ve just got to take a closer look… See every detail of the new UP Minnie Mouse Ears here! Oh, and guess what? Our adventure just so happened to take us somewhere else, too… Disney’s Wilderness Lodge We’re going to veer off the beaten path a bit, because right after we wrapped up our visit to Animal Kingdom, we headed over to the Lodge… but, nope, NOT Animal Kingdom Lodge. We stopped by Disney’s Wilderness Lodge! Disney’s Wilderness Lodge And guess what? Adventure is out THERE at Wilderness Lodge, too. Because THIS is where we spotted the UP-themed eco-friendly bus! Eco-friendly Up-themed Bus We’ve seen it before, but from father away. Our visit to the Lodge gave us a closer look, so we can give you one, too! Eco-friendly Up-themed Bus Eco-friendly Up-themed Bus This is also where we found the new Wilderness Lodge Totem Pole Mug featuring Mickey, Goofy, Donald, and Humphrey the Bear. Wilderness Lodge mug It’s $23.99 at Wilderness Lodge Mercantile. (And guess what? You can find some of the NBA merchandise here, too!) Check out the NEW Wilderness Lodge Mug here! And that’s the latest from Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Disney’s Wilderness Lodge! Of course, these aren’t the only stomping grounds we’ve visited this week… Click here to see What’s New in EPCOT this week! And click here to find out What’s New in Magic Kingdom! Happy FRIDAY, my friends…. and, better yet, have a GREAT weekend! What is your favorite thing about Disney’s Animal Kingdom? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: What’s New at Disney World’s Wilderness Lodge! 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Right now, you can grab a delicious croissant in the France pavilion in EPCOT at Les Halle Boulangerie-Patisserie. Les Halles Boulangerie Food Options But the two table service restaurants in the France pavilion, Chefs de France and Monsieur Paul, remain closed. We recently got some news about what the future may hold for these two spots. JBI LLC is the company that operates both Chefs de France and Monsieur Paul. Eric Weistroffer currently serves as the executive director of JBI LLC. Chefs de France Recently, Scott Joseph of Scott Joseph’s Orlando Restaurant Guide had the chance to speak with Bruno Vrignon, Executive Chef of EPCOT’s France Pavilion, about his retirement. Joseph also had the chance to speak with Weistroffer about the future of the restaurants in the France pavilion. Monsieur Paul Entrance Joseph inquired when the full-service restaurants would reopen, to which Weistroffer suggested: “that the real question was if they would reopen.” France Pavilion Due to the global situation, EPCOT and all of the Disney Parks closed for a significant period of time. Additionally, Walt Disney World’s cultural representative programs were all canceled indefinitely. After the closure, most of the individuals who worked at the France pavilion, including nearly all of the servers, returned home. The France Pavilion Even though EPCOT has reopened, Disney is currently only operating with a limited guest capacity. Weistroffer indicated that attendance numbers at EPCOT simply have not been enough to reopen all of the restaurants or to bring back its staff members that are currently furloughed. Disney is also in the progress of completing the new La Crêperie de Paris location that was set to open in the pavilion this summer. No opening date has been announced or the new location at this time. Of course, all of this all may change in the future, so we will keep an eye out for more news regarding the reopening of these restaurants. It will be interesting to see whether similar circumstances begin impacting other restaurants around EPCOT. We will let you know the latest as we find out more. Click here to read about another EPCOT pavilion that has recently temporarily closed one of its dining locations! Have you ever eaten at the table service restaurants in the France pavilion? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: News: Executive Chef Bruno Vrignon Is Retiring After 38 Years at EPCOT’s France Pavilion NEWS! Find Out How To Get The New SECRET Summer Menu in Epcot’s France! Epcot Food and Wine Festival Review: The Parisian Afternoon — Sandwiches, Macarons, and Bubbles View the full article

After 38 years of working for Walt Disney World, acclaimed executive chef Bruno Vrignon has decided to step away. Chef Bruno Vrignon, Photo Credit: Scott Joseph’s Orlando Restaurant Guide Vrignon has been at EPCOT’s France pavilion since the park’s 1982 opening and has contributed to the success of Chefs de France and Monsieur Paul, two of the property’s most-noteworthy restaurants. Scott Joseph’s Orlando Restaurant Guide was the first to report Vrignon’s decision to retire. Vrignon started his culinary career in France preparing meals for a noble family before obtaining dual citizenship and coming to the United States. He’s also been the chef de partie at Restaurant Paul Bocuse in Collonges-au-Mont-d’or, near Lyon, France. At this time, both Chefs de France and Monsieur Paul in EPCOT’s France pavilion have yet to reopen and the delivery date on France’s newest restaurant, Le Crêperie de Paris, has yet to be announced. Les Chefs de France Vrignon does not have any immediate plans for his future and but claimed he will most likely be staying in the Orlando area. For now, the only dining locations that have reopened at France are L’Artisan des Glaces and Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie. Read our most recent review of Les Chefs de France here! Have you ever dined at Chefs de France or Monsieur Paul? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Hidden Disney: Why Epcot’s France and Japan Have So Many Restaurants…And Canada Can’t Even Get A Quick Service Review! Gingerbread Ice Cream at L’Artisan Des Glaces Returns to Epcot’s Festival of the Holidays! What You NEED to Know Before Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Opens in Disney World View the full article