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It’s a little less than two weeks past the day that Avengers Campus was supposed to open at Disneyland Resort on July 18th. ©Disney Bavarian Pretzel And while we were looking forward to munching on foot-long candy bars and quantum pretzels right about now, we’re still excited to try these delicious treats when Avengers Campus does open at Disney California Adventure! Disney has stated that shortly after Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park get back on their feet, we can expect to see (and eat!) all the new goodies of the new Marvel-themed land we’ve been priming our tastebuds for. But, until that day comes, we’ve got just the Marvel foodie fix for you! Handbag designer Danielle Nicole has just shared a sneak peek of two new Marvel-inspired designs the brand will be releasing next week! Check out this Captain America Donut Bag! It looks just like the superhero’s shield…if it was frosted with icing and covered with red, white, and blue sprinkles! Um, and does the strap even say, “Donut Give Up”? My word, this one’s going to be hard to pass up! ©Danielle Nicole But don’t make up your mind just yet! Not until you see this Captain America Backpack that looks like a melty popsicle! This bag is so sweet, we think even Captain America would be proud to tote his gear around in it. ©Danielle Nicole The new Marvel X Danielle Nicole collection will be released on Wednesday, August 5th at 11AM EST! Disneyland Paris has resumed construction on its Marvel hotel! Click here to learn more! What do you think of these new Marvel food-themed bags? Tell us which one you’ll be picking up next week in the comments below! Related posts: Disney Style Alert! Serious Cindy (and CHOCOLATE) Fans Gotta See This! We’re Feeling Extra Heroic With These NEW Avengers Bags From Loungefly! Did You Know You Can Buy This ONLINE? View the full article

Häagen-Dazs is celebrating its “diamond” anniversary with a brand new flavor and a brand new sundae! Häagen-Dazs After hearing about it’s 60th Birthday treat, we stopped by Häagen-Dazs today at Disney Springs to see the new Birthday Cake flavor for ourselves, and to try the new Birthday Cake Dazzler Sundae! Keep in mind that this special ice cream flavor (and sundae) is a little under-the-radar! While we were perusing the menu, we noticed that the new flavor was nowhere to be found! Häagen-Dazs Menu Their flavor board also does not include Birthday Cake (although there are plenty of other delicious flavors to try!). Häagen-Dazs Flavors The only sign we saw indicating the new flavor was on the window! But, I mean, that’s all the encouragement we need!! Häagen-Dazs 60th Birthday Cake Flavor So, we immediately ordered the Birthday Cake Dazzler Sundae! This beauty is vanilla cake batter ice cream mixed with yellow cake pieces, chocolate brownie batter frosting swirl, and topped with whipped cream and rainbow birthday sprinkles. If that wasn’t yummy enough for ya, the entire sundae is layered on top of a bed of whole buncha vanilla sandwich cookies. Birthday Cake Dazzler Sundae All of those flavors add up to one sweet birthday treat! The combo of cake batter and real cake was killer, and the cookies at the bottom added a nice mixture of textures! We only wish there were slightly fewer cookies. As much as we love a good cookie, we could have used more of that birthday cake ice cream instead! Be sure to grab one of these beauties before they’re gone! It costs $9.99 and can be found at the Häagen-Dazs kiosk on the West Side of Disney Springs. In the mood for even MORE ice cream? Check out what we’ve discovered at Beaches and Cream by clicking here! What is your all-time favorite ice cream flavor? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Celebrate the 60th Birthday of Häagen-Dazs Ice Cream With a Limited-Edition Flavor in Disney Springs! What’s New This Week: Disney Springs (November 12-18, 2017) Loading Up on Chicken Guy! Loaded Fries and Mac ‘N’ Cheese!! View the full article

Waiting in line to visit World of Disney these days can take a while depending on what time of day you stop by! Disneyland World of Disney Line But it’s well worth the wait to score some of the Tiki Room, Haunted Mansion and Space Mountain Face Masks, or Mickey Mouse Lounegflys we’ve spotted recently at the reopened Downtown Disney! That being said, you might need to bring some H2O with you for a quick cool down while you wait outside for your turn to shop! Luckily, we spotted the perfect drinking vessels for you to carry water on-the-go! Check out the new Disneyland Castle Water Bottle for $22.99. We love the matte black finish of this one! Disneyland Castle Water Bottle There’s also an adorable Mickey Water Bottle for $29.99 featuring a familiar silhouette! Hi Mickey! Mickey Water Bottle Of course, we’d never turn down a drink from this gorgeous Best Day Ever Water Bottle for $27.99. It features one of our favorite shades of pink, plus, instead of periods uses silhouettes of Mickey and Sleeping Beauty Castle! Best Day Ever Water Bottle This new Disneyland Map Water Bottle for $29.99 is definitely going to the top of our shopping list. Not only is the logo side of the bottle totally great, but when you flip it over… Disneyland Map Water Bottle …you get a whole map of Disneyland to gaze at! We love all the little stylized attractions this one features in its artwork. Even the Partners Statue makes a cameo appearance! Disneyland Map Water Bottle Last but not least, we spotted this new Black & White Mickey Water Bottle for $29.99. We love all the different expressions of Mickey this one has, plus it looks like it holds a truly thirst-quenching amount of water! Black & White Mickey Water Bottle We spotted all of these new water bottles at World of Disney in Downtown Disney, so if you see one you like, be sure to check ’em out! For the latest scoop on Downtown Disney, click here! Let us know if you’ll be picking up any of these new water bottles in the comments below! Related posts: Find Out Where To Score $1 Refills At Disneyland Resort! What’s New at Downtown Disney and the Disneyland Resorts: TONS of Wedding Merchandise, a Sparkly Galaxy Parfait, and More! Disney FINALLY Has a Pair of Mulan Minnie Ears and They’re Reversible! View the full article

Hello, friends! Welcome to another edition of What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Hollywood Studios We last visited Disney’s Hollywood Studios earlier this week, but we’ve already got a bunch of updates for you from this action-packed theme park! Lights, camera, action… ! Merchandise Update at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Celebrity 5 & 10 If you’d told us we’d be spending all of our hard-earned money on spatulas today, we wouldn’t have believed you! But now that so many of us have taken up baking, what better way to add a pinch of Disney magic to your new hobby? Some of the new kitchen spatulas were downright enchanting like this new Rose Spatula from Beauty and the Beast! Rose Spatula We were also happy to take this Buzz Lightyear Spatula for a space ranger spin! Even the handle is themed after Buzz’s spacesuit! Buzz Spatula We also saw a lovely Cinderella spatula! Get more delicious deets on the new Character Spatulas here! Mickey’s of Hollywood Meanwhile, we spotted another new pair of Mickey…Gloves??… at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Last week we were all about the Tower of Terror Bellhop Minnie Ears (and we still are!) but this week we’re VERY intrigued by these new Mickey Glove Ears! Mickey Glove Ears Click here to read more about the new Mickey Glove Ears! These ones debuted in Tokyo Disneyland, and they’ve finally come stateside! Okay, so maybe these new ears are a bit avant-garde, but if you think you can pull them off, pick a pair up for $24.99! Tatooine Traders We spotted a new-to-us Star Wars Shirt for adults at Tatooine Traders. It was putting off some serious retro vibes with the red, orange, and gray accents it had on its sleeve. The stylish Darth Vader graphic was also pretty groovy! Star Wars Shirt Grab this vintage-inspired cutie for $36.99 and be sure to check out some of the other throwback character tees we’ve spotted at the parks recently here! Vending Machines Near Entrance Didn’t pack enough disposable masks? Don’t worry — Disney’s Hollywood Studios has got yo’ back! Just before you go through security, you can stop at this vending machine for all your disposable mask shopping needs! Vending Machines at Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ Entrance We’ve noticed this machine on a few of our past visits, so it isn’t technically new, but it is super handy to know about! Vending Machine If you and your crew would like to have a few disposable face masks in reserve, definitely hit it up before entering the park! Of course, you can return to it later in the day if need be, but you’ll have to pass through the checkpoints again. Popcorn Carts Lastly, it’s with great sadness we must inform you Disney’s Hollywood Studios has officially removed the BB-8 Sippers from their popcorn cart menu boards. We know, we know! We’re going to miss this roly-poly little dude too! BB-8 Sipper Click here to learn more about the missing BB-8 Sippers at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! We’ve seen the BB-8 Sippers get replaced before, but last week they ran out of them, and at it appears they don’t have a BB-8 Sipper shipment coming in based on him being taken completely off of the menu. We’ll let you know if we see them return in the future, but for now, we hope you had the chance to snag one! Well, friends, that’s all for this edition of What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios — for now! We’ll be back soon with more updates for you, so sit tight! In the meantime, you can check out our video tour of the newly reopened Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort here! This popular Animal Kingdom snack just got a little less saucy! Click here to learn more! Are you heading to Disney’s Hollywood Studios this weekend? Let us know which attraction you’ll be riding first in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios: RETRO Looks, Popcorn Updates, and A Baby Yoda Photo Op! What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Massive Crowds, RARE Character Sightings, and Twisted Spirit Jerseys! What’s New in Hollywood Studios: Onward Mugs; Floral Minnie Ears; and MORE Retro Apparel! View the full article

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It is a known FACT that donuts are the meaning of life, the source of all things beautiful, and the perfect way to start your day. So ever since we heard that Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew would be coming to Disney Springs, it has been our mission to keep a watchful eye on the construction to bring you the latest updates! ©Everglazed On our trip to Disney Springs today, we swung by the future location of Everglazed to see if there was any progress…and we are THRILLED to report that we’re noticing some work being done! With other projects being temporarily sidelined like Beatrix and the cancellation of the Ample Hills project in Disney Springs, it’s even MORE exciting now to see progress being made on a new addition to the shopping and dining district! Everglazed construction progress! We spotted construction walls set up at the former location of Pop Gallery, across from Splitsville. The walls feature the Everglazed logo. Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew We don’t know about you guys, but we can hardly wait to make our way over to Everglazed, like, the MOMENT it opens up. Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew We don’t have a timeline yet on when we can expect Everglazed to open its doors, but when they say “Glazing soon,” we sure hope they mean VERY soon! Be sure to keep an eye on DFB as we continue to monitor the progress made on this upcoming addition to Disney Springs! We’re also keeping a close eye on Gideon’s Bakehouse, coming soon to Disney Springs! Click here to learn more. Where’s your favorite spot in Disney World to grab a cup of coffee in the morning? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Is THIS Where the NEW Everglazed Donut Shop Will Be in Disney Springs?! What’s New in Disney World’s Disney Springs: March 29, 2018 Disney Springs Construction Update: NBA Experience and City Works Eatery and Pour House View the full article

Who doesn’t love exploring Pandora — The World of AVATAR — in Disney’s Animal Kingdom? As they say on the mountain, Sivako! This is one challenge we can certainly rise to. Floating Mountains We’ve spied quite a few cool new things while exploring Pandora lately. We loved these adorable plushes and these cool t-shirts and sweatshirts. And after all that shopping builds up our appetites…it’s time for those amazing cheeseburger pods, which thankfully just showed back up on the adult menu over at Satu’li Canteen! (Click here to MAKE THEM AT HOME if you’re not headed to Disney World soon!) But during our latest excursion through Windtraders, the gift shop you get dumped into after riding Flight of Passage, we found a bunch of cool new Pandora merchandise! We loved this tee spelling out “Pandora” using iconic imagery from the land! It’s available now for $29.99. Pandora T-Shirt This women’s tee is currently for sale at $36.99. And that blue piping around the arms and neckline? Beautiful! Women’s Pandora T-Shirt This color scheme will truly get you in the Avatar mood! Pandora Hoodie We love a good hoodie sweatshirt! Look so comfy! This one can be yours for $50.00. Pandora Hoodie – Back View Who doesn’t need another handy bag to help carry their belongings through the park? This drawstring bag with a chic design is available for $24.99. Pandora Drawstring Bag Lanyards are all the rage at Walt Disney World Resort! Check out this Pandora-themed one for $12.99. Pandora Lanyard Dioramas are…well…cool, and a super fun family craft project while you’re hanging out at home! Bring some of the beautiful scenery home with you for $16.99. Pandora Dioramas Those dioramas look especially cool in this in-store display! Pandora Display Puts you in the mood for an adventure, doesn’t it?? We can’t wait to see what they come out with next! Did you see the WEIRDEST piece of Pandora Merchandise we found last week? What do you think of this Pandora merchandise? Will any of it be joining your Disney collection? Sound off in the comments below! Related posts: Show Your Love for the Na’vi with New Merch Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of Avatar These NEW Disney World Snack Pens Are Making Us Hungry!! Light Up the Night with the Villainous Maleficent Wings Flying Around Disney World! View the full article

If you know us, you know we love a LOT of SAUCE. Mr. Kamal’s Fries with Dipping Sauces That’s a big reason that we’re fans of Mr. Kamal’s in Animal Kingdom! This spot serves Mr. Kamal’s Seasoned Fries which are delicious on their own, but made all the better by the different sauce options you can snag! Today, we swung by Mr. Kamal’s and noticed that only a few options were available — and not the ones you’ll see on the online menu. Mr. Kamal’s Seasoned Fries Right now, the fries at Mr. Kamal’s are available with only two options — Curried Honey Mustard or Korean Chili Ketchup. Mr. Kamal’s Menu Of course, we snagged both, and they were delicious as always! But, we do miss the variety of sauce options that we’ve come to know and love at this spot. Mr. Kamal’s Sauces As a note, the online menu DOES show three dipping sauces — Saffron Aioli, Honey Kimchi Ketchup, and Tandoori Honey Mustard — but none of these are the sauces that are actually available at the Mr. Kamal’s location. Mr. Kamal’s Menu So heads up if you’re headed to Mr. Kamal’s! The options when you get there might not be what you’re expecting, but the flavors are still delicious. So, get snacking! Want to know more about Mr. Kamal’s Seasoned Fries? Click here! What sauce sounds best to YOU? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Including A Sriracha Fries UPDATE! ALL Our Reviews from the 2019 Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler! Review: Falafel at Mr. Kamal’s in Disney’s Animal Kingdom View the full article

Pre-shows on Disney rides contain great Easter Eggs, especially when it comes to celebrity cameos. Some famous ones over the years have included Aerosmith on Rock N Roller Coaster, Patrick Warburton on Soarin’, Gary Sinise on Mission: SPACE, and Alison Janey (well, her voice at least!) on Star Tours. And, of course, we can see a number of cast members from the newest Star Wars trilogy on Rise of the Resistance. Rey, played by actress Daisy Ridley, in the pre-show of Rise of the Resistance But there are some other beloved attraction actors that you may have forgotten about! Let’s peel the curtain back JUST a bit and share who these memorable Disney World icons are! David Danipour – Flight of Passage Oh this first one is one of our favorites. Why? He teaches us how to…uhh…FLY! David Danipour plays Dr. Stevens, the helpful guide that leads us through the entire pre-show experience at Flight of Passage in Animal Kingdom! His bumbling demeanor is hard to forget (especially since the combined pre-show experiences are rather long!). David Danipour. Source: IMDB It’s quite the thrill to take flight on a Banshee on Flight of Passage, and the pre-show experience really adds to the overall immersive aspect of the whole attraction! (Except when you’re, like, infested with space bugs.) So David Danipour plays quite the pivotal role for us! Flight of Passage Pre-Show Danipour has been in a number of smaller comedic roles over the years. His more big-name appearances have been on The Good Place and Westworld. Recently, he hosted an “Ask Me Anything” interview on Reddit where he shared some of his experience getting to work on Flight of Passage (and even some behind the scenes info on his infamous line, “And, uh…fly”). Flight of Passage Queue Interestingly on the same pre-show, the female Doctor you meet is NOT Sigourney Weaver or her character from the Avatar film, Dr. Grace Augustine. Nope, that’s an actress named Alison Blanchard who kinda sorta looks like Weaver, but plays a totally different character named Dr. Jackie Ogden, lead Xenobiologist for the Avatar project. You can hear this actress elsewhere in Disney World — she’s the voice of the luggage scanner in the Star Tours queue! HA! Now you know! Learn more about Pandora – The World Of Avatar here! Wallace Langham – Dinosaur “Heeeeeeello there!” Our next pre-show actor is none other than Wallace Langham, well known by Disney fans as Dr. Grant Seeker in the pre-show video for Dinosaur! Wallace Langham. Source: IMDB First off…we need to take a moment and appreciate the genius behind the name “Grant Seeker.” Get it? Get it? Langham acts opposite Phylicia Rashad (AKA the mom from The Cosby Show) in the pre-show that sets guests up for a wild ride millions of years in the past! Dinosaur This wacky scientist might help you “go get that dino” on the ride, but outside of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, he’s just a regular actor! Wallace Langham is probably most well known as David Hodges on CSI: Crime Scene Investigation as well as smaller roles on LOADS of tv shows ranging from The Larry Sanders Show to Murphy Brown to Grey’s Anatomy. He even had a role in the 80s movie Weird Science! Think you know everything there is to know about Animal Kingdom? Click here to find out! Mark Silverman (voice) – Tower of Terror You may not recognize this next actor by his face, but his voice will sure sound familiar! Mark Silverman provided the voice for Rod Serling in the pre-show of Tower of Terror. Mark Silverman © Disney Rod Serling’s image was used in the pre-show video thanks to some spiffy video editing, specifically using footage from the Twilight Zone episode “It’s a Good Life.” Rod Serling’s widow actually chose Mark Silverman herself for the pre-show since he sounded most like her husband. So yes, Silverman 100% got approval from Serling’s family! Tower of Terror Mark Silverman’s voice work with Disney extends beyond the Tower of Terror pre-show. Believe it or not, when The Twilight Zone was reimagined as a new, darker series in 2019, he returned to voice Rod Serling AGAIN! He’s even voiced Serling on the show Medium! He was also the voice of Friend Owl in several Bambi projects, as well as a few different voices in A Pirate’s Adventure: Treasures of the Seven Seas in Magic Kingdom. He even voiced a character in The Real Ghostbusters Saturday morning cartoon back in the 80s! Tower of Terror is one SPOOKY ride! See what else is surprisingly scary in Disney World here! Illeana Douglas – Rock n Roller Coaster Many folks know that the pre-show for Rock n Roller Coaster stars the actual rock band Aerosmith, but the band’s manager was played by actress Illeana Douglas! Illeana Douglas. Source: IMDB You know, the manager that hooks us up with those backstage passes and that SUPER stretch limo? THAT manager! Rock n Roller Coaster You can catch Illeana Douglas in a ton of television shows. In the past she has been featured in episodes of Modern Family, Ugly Betty, Law and Order, Seinfeld, Six Feet Under, and Goliath! Test your knowledge of Disney’s Hollywood Studios here! Gina Torres – Mission: SPACE Gina Torres replaced Gary Sinise in the 2017 update of Mission: SPACE as the pre-show host who prepares guests for their space flight training! Gina Torres. Source: IMDB And when she says the words “Go for launch,” you’ll definitely want to hang on! Mission: SPACE Gina Torres was in the Matrix sequels as well as a bunch of television programs, including lending her voice to Star Wars Rebels, Elena of Avalor, and Tangled: The Series. She also was in Westworld, Riverdale, and Hannibal. Many fans of the epic, short-lived, fan-favorite sci-fi show Firefly will recognize her as the ship’s second in command, Zoe! Remember Space 220? Let’s take a look at one of the most highly anticipated new restaurants at Disney World here! Next time you’re binge-watching your favorite TV show, see if you recognize any familiar faces! Disney has employed countless actors over the years in their parks to help bring the stories of their rides and attractions to life! Some of our most memorable moments are from these pre-shows, whether we’re quoting the opening of The Twilight Zone or we’re super STOKED to get those backstage passes to the Aerosmith concert! It’s all part of the attraction experience, which makes going to Disney World all the more special. Which attraction pre-show is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: We’ve Reached the End of Round THREE in the Disney World Rides and Attractions Throw Down! Which Attractions Made the Cut? 12 Things You Never Knew About Disney World’s Animal Kingdom FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND — Which Disney World Ride Will Win The PRIZE?? View the full article

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort has now reopened to guests! Caribbean Beach Resort We headed to the resort to check out all of the new health and safety measures and see what other changes have been implemented. We already shared photos from our experience, and now we’re taking you on a video tour of the reopened resort! It was pretty quiet around Caribbean Beach Resort during our visit — just look at how peaceful it is down by the water! Thanks for joining us on a tour of the newly reopened Caribbean Beach Resort! Wanna see more Caribbean Beach Resort?? Check out our photos from reopening day! Have you stayed at Caribbean Beach Resort? Share your experience with us in the comments! Related posts: Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Construction Update: August 2018 Disney World Skyliner Video Preview! Countdown and Fun Facts Disney World Skyliner Gondola PRO TIPS: Here’s What You Need To Know Before You FLY! View the full article

There’s nothing like a whole new collection of t-shirts to brighten our day! And on our most recent trip to Disney Springs, our latest discovery has us ready to set out on quite the big adventure! Kevin! Wait ’til you see these new t-shirts inspired from Pixar’s Up!, perfect for the entire family! First up is a t-shirt featuring our favorite “big bird,” Kevin! She’s embracing the “Wild & Free” lifestyle in this adult tee for $24.99. Kevin T-Shirt If you REALLY want folks to know just how much you love Kevin, then this next t-shirt may be perfect for you! Kevin T-Shirt Why have just ONE Kevin on your shirt when you can have dozens!? This adult t-shirt is available for $36.99, and would pair perfectly with the Kevin Loungefly we’ve spotted in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Kevin T-Shirt And for the kiddos, we spotted a bright and blue tee that includes the iconic line from the film, “Adventure is out there!” Kevin Youth T-Shirt But it may be the BACK of this t-shirt that has us sold, as Kevin’s bright plumage is peeking into the bushes. This youth t-shirt is available for $24.99, and would look so cute with this Kevin Zip-Up Sweatshirt! Kevin Youth T-Shirt And finally, we simply cannot forget about man’s best friend, Dug! Carl’s faithful canine companion in the film has his own women’s t-shirt, with a bright white and blue-striped pattern. Dug T-Shirt Dug himself is featured on the shirt with his signature phrase, “I have just met you and I love you” embroidered all around him! This adorable shirt is available for $36.99. Dug T-Shirt We may have just met this collection, but we already love it! Be sure to check these tees out next time you’re at World of Disney! And you HAVE to check out this Baby Yoda hat we also spotted at World of Disney today by clicking here! Which character from Up! is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: The NEW Pixar Dooney and Bourke Collection Has Arrived at Disney World! SQUIRREL! We Found A Super Sweet New Dug Hat in Disney World! More Kevin! Your Favorite Bird Just Got Her Own Furry, Fuzzy, Up-Themed Sweatshirt in Disney World! View the full article

65 years ago—just 14 days after Disneyland opened in 1955—Casey Jr. Circus Train rolled into Fantasyland, delighting children and adult guests ever since. Casey Jr., the brave little engine known for his role in the 1941 animated film “Dumbo,” features individually designed and vibrantly painted train cars. Each animal cage and ornate sleigh is special, as guests clamored to ride in their favorite vehicle. Train riders in the early days had relatively little to gaze upon, as the colorful train did not traverse through much scenery. However, that changed in 1956, when the Storybook Land Canal Boats opened. The miniature scenes of fairy tale villages and vistas provided the perfect backdrop to passengers aboard Casey Jr. Circus Train as well. Since then, this whimsical attraction has remained largely unchanged. A charming addition in 1983 welcomed a lively new voice of the circus ringmaster, which became part of the narration. And, as always, when the train heads back to the station, alert travelers can hear Casey Jr. himself, giving that most famous of pep-talks, “I think I can, I think I can.” For additional photos and to learn more about this festive circus train, check out our “Building the Dream” blog story. Share your favorite Casey Jr. Circus Train memory with us in the comments below! View the full article

Downtown Disney began a phased reopening on July 9th while the rest of Disneyland Resort including its theme parks and hotels have remained closed. Downtown Disney Operating hours for the entertainment and shopping district have been 10AM to 8PM Friday through Sunday since its reopening, but now it appears they’ve made some adjustments to their weekend hours. According to Downtown Disney’s website, its new weekend hours are now 10AM to 9PM Friday through Sunday. Naples That means you’ll have more time to shop, dine, and wander Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort than ever before. Well, at least since the closures occurred, tbh! You’ll be able to swing by Ballast Point Brewery and Tortilla Jo’s which have just reopened and check out the new California Sole store as well! California Sole Don’t forget to reserve some time to check out World of Disney where we’ve been spotting a lot of cute stuff lately! If you haven’t seen the new Disneyland Character and Attraction face masks yet, be sure to click here! Read about the latest update Disneyland has made to their face mask policy here! Have you been to Downtown Disney since its reopening? Tell us where you’ve visited in the comments below. Related posts: PHOTOS: First Look at a Reopened Downtown Disney at Disneyland Resort What’s New at Downtown Disney and the Disneyland Resorts: TONS of Wedding Merchandise, a Sparkly Galaxy Parfait, and More! Disneyland Cast Members Are Being Invited To a Special Downtown Disney Preview! View the full article

Up fans have had quite a feather in their cap lately! Kevin Loungefly Backpack Not only have we spotted this colorful Kevin Loungefly Backpack recently, but also a Dug Hat and a new Dug Character Tee! Now we’ve just discovered the most adorable kids’ Kevin Sweatshirt in Disney World! Yep, there’s even MORE Kevin in Disney Springs at World of Disney today! And yes, this looks like just about the coziest sweatshirt ever. Kevin Jacket We love the cute little expression of Kevin’s eyes which accent the top of the hood. The new Kevin Sweatshirt is also fully-equipped with her beak and signature feathery plume! Kevin Jacket There’s so much detail to take in with this new piece. Check out the “Kevin” patch sewn on its sleeve. So CUTE! Kevin Jacket The sweatshirt itself is made of a soft, fleecy material that is SUPER soft and looks so cozy! Kevin Jacket We also love how Kevin’s little wings are featured on each shoulder! Your kids are going to love running into the big bird herself and showing her they’re twinsies! Kevin Jacket Pick up the new Kevin Sweatshirt in kids’ sizes at World of Disney for $46.99! Click here to see another Disney item we’re totally flipping out over! What do you think of the new Kevin Jacket? Let us know if you’ll be picking one up in the comments below! Related posts: Grab Your Wallets — ULTRA NEW Frozen 2 Costumes Have Arrived in Disney World! What Time Is It? It’s Always “Snack Time” With This New Watch in Disney World! BEST DAY EVER! There’s a NEW Pascal Shoulder Plush in Disney World! View the full article

We might have found the BEST hat we’ve EVER SEEN in Disney World. Photopass Spot Do you have a never-ceasing love for The Child from The Mandalorian (AKA Baby Yoda!)? Us too, that why we can’t get enough of the merchandise and the NEW PhotoPass spot in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Well, just WAIT until you see the new The Child Hat we spotted in Disney Springs! We were perusing the MASSIVE hat section in Disney Springs when we spotted this eye-catching, and ADORABLE Baby Yoda hat! Baby Yoda Hat That’s a shape that’s almost as recognizable as Mickey ears by now! We can’t wait to see folks wearing these babies around the parks. Baby Yoda Hat We spotted this TOTALLY adorable cap at World of Disney in Disney Springs for $27.99 and you can snag it right now. After all, we’re not sure there’s a better park hat anywhere! Love Baby Yoda? Click here to see how you can get a pic with him in Disney World! Will you be picking up this Baby Yoda hat? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: Stop the Presses! These NEW Baby Yoda MagicBands, Phone Cases, and MORE Are MUST-Gets For Mandalorian Fans! Complete Your Baby Yoda Themed Outfit With This New Hat in Disney World! Baby Yoda is Back on Sale at Build-A-Bear But With a LENGTHY Wait Time! View the full article

Spoiler alert! You’re about to see scenes and uncover hidden facts of a Disney Parks gem. ©Disney It’s safe to say that here at DFB, we’re all pretty excited about the upcoming EPCOT attraction, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. Remy’s originated in Disneyland Paris, but is being recreated as a brand-new-to-Disney-World trackless ride attraction in the EPCOT France pavilion! It was supposed to arrive in Summer 2020 — so…right about now! ;-D But due to the park closures, there have been some delays. Construction seems to be moving along despite the setbacks, and we’ve been able to enjoy some nifty behind-the-scenes-images. Oh, and the ride vehicles are SO cute! While we’re waiting, we can get a taste of what’s in store with this sneak peek from the Disney Parks Blog! Here, you’ll go inside the ride in Disneyland Paris and even become party to a few hidden “Easter eggs!” These Ride & Learn videos are a great way to catch a quick glimpse of upcoming (or out-of-reach) attractions and learn a little along the way. After all, who doesn’t love a good Easter egg?? *Chef’s Kiss* Here’s What You Need To Know About Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure! Who else is watching this video on repeat? Hit the comment section to tell us your thoughts! Related posts: NEWS! You HAVE to See the New Addition Remy’s Been Cooking Up in Epcot! Mission Space Restaurant and Ratatouille Ride Coming to Epcot, Tron in Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland, and MORE! Here’s the MOST IMPORTANT News Disney Announced This Week! View the full article

Name a more iconic duo than Mickey and Minnie. We’ll wait. Mickey and Minnie in EPCOT Seriously, the Mouse is one of the most classic and beloved characters of all time. That’s why we’re ALWAYS on the lookout for new ears that pay homage to Mickey himself! We recently spotted and LOVED the new Mickey Glove Ears and today, we found new Faux Leather Classic Mickey Ears in Disney World! Check out how SUPER sleek these ears look! They’re simple and classic so we know they’ll go with any Disney outfit we decide to wear in the parks. Classic Mickey Ears The headband itself has a super cool detail with Mickey Mouse’s classic signature stitched in red. Classic Mickey Ears You can snag these SWEET ears RIGHT NOW at World of Disney in Disney Springs for $29.99. We think they’re the perfect way to cap off your Disney outfit! Need more ears? You’re in luck! Click here! How do you feel about these new ears? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: What’s New at Disney Springs — Loungefly Backpacks, Star Wars Merch, Pins, and More! What’s New at Disney Springs! NEW Menu Items; Missing Menu Items; The CUTEST Valentine’s Day Cards; and FREE Cupcakes! BEST DAY EVER! There’s a NEW Pascal Shoulder Plush in Disney World! View the full article

Back in early spring, analysts were predicting Florida’s hurricane season could be extra-active this year. Experts predicted an above-average number of storms would impact the Atlantic from June 1st through November 30th. ©WESH So far, the 2020 hurricane season is well ahead of what experts consider to be a “normal pace.” Nine named tropical storms have already developed as of July 29th — and now that Tropical Storm Isaias has been strengthened to Hurricane Isaias, we’ve just learned Accuweather has updated its forecast for the 2020 hurricane season. Originally, Accuweather’s forecast called for 14-18 tropical storms during the 2020 hurricane season. They predicted seven to nine of these storm systems would likely develop into hurricanes with two to four storms possibly strengthening into major hurricanes. EPCOT With such an active start to the hurricane season, however, Accuweather has amended its forecast. They’ve now raised their projected number of named tropical storms to 20-24. They’ve also increased the projected number of hurricanes to 9-11 and the number of major hurricanes to 4-6. Liberty Square at Magic Kingdom If you’re headed to the parks this weekend, or anytime through November, be prepared for potentially inclement weather. Make sure you familiarize yourself with Disney World’s hurricane cancelation policy and we’ll keep you updated with all of the important news pertaining to storms moving through Disney World. Florida is rewriting its hurricane policy for 2020. Here’s what you need to know. Have you ever visited Disney World during a tropical storm or hurricane? Tell us about your experience in the comments below. Related posts: Updated! Will Disney World Really Re-open April 1st? News! Florida’s Vacation Rentals Near Disney World Have Been Approved to Reopen The 31 Things To Eat In Disney World If You’re Obsessed With CHEESE!! View the full article

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s…A BLIMP! The most famous blimp in the WORLD is…in the World, my friends! And we’ve got the pics and video to prove it! Goodyear Blimp In case you hadn’t heard, the NBA recently resumed their season at Walt Disney World Resort. (Does the NBA usually play at Disney World? Erm, no. But due to the global health crisis this year,Disney World is serving as an isolated “bubble” where the teams can all live and play without coming into contact with anyone else.) While on property, players in the “Disney NBA Bubble” will have access to theme parks after hours and can even visit their own barber shop. And to commemorate the restart of the NBA season, the Goodyear Blimp has JUST popped up! It’s soaring over ESPN Wide World of Sports to collect aerial footage. How to Watch the NBA in Disney World You can tune in to watch your favorite teams NOW on national TV. Check listings on ESPN, TNT, NBA TV, and ABC. (And if you have NBA League Pass…well, you already know.) Check Out These Awesome Disney X NBA Player Mash-ups! Have you spotted the Goodyear Blimp sailing over Walt Disney World? Let us know in the comments section! Related posts: NEW Merch Alert: Adorable Disney-Themed Headbands Spotted! (You’ve Gotta See The Haunted Mansion One!) NEWS: Mickey’s Pantry In Disney Springs Has Closed to Make Way for a Spice and Tea Exchange Expansion! NEWS! Tokyo Disneyland Set to Close Saturday Until Further Notice View the full article

We’ve seen a lot of changes to Disney movie release dates this year! AMC Theatre in Disney Springs Disney has postponed a number of release dates and film and television productions due to the global health crisis. The live-action remake of Mulan was initially scheduled to release in March and is now postponed with an undetermined release date. The future Star Wars and Avatar films have all been pushed back one year too. Do to all of the changes, we did some digging and compiled a list of all the Disney movies coming out in 2020 and 2021 with the current release dates. This list also includes companies owned by Disney like Searchlight Pictures and 20th Century Studios. Walt Disney Studios Mulan The live-action remake of Mulan is inspired by the Disney animated film of the same name. The film was initially set to release in March and was pushed back twice before it was postponed indefinitely. ©Walt Disney Studios We’ll continue to update you with any new information about Mulan in the future! Black Widow The new Marvel origin film is focused on the backstory of Black Widow. The film was set to release in May 2020 and is now pushed to November 6th, 2020. ©Walt Disney Studios The prequel will tell the story of Black Widow prior to Avengers: Infinity War! Jungle Cruise Theme park fans are highly anticipating the new Jungle Cruise movie based on the Disney attraction. The movie would have released this year but has been bumped to July 30th, 2021. ©Walt Disney Studios We’re anxiously awaiting for The Rock to grace the silver screen again! Soul The newest Disney/Pixar film, Soul, will tell the story of a middle school music teacher who longs to be in a jazz band. He gets transported to another realm called the You Seminar where he discovers the true meaning of having a soul. After being postponed, the film is set to release on November 20th, 2020. ©Walt Disney Studios Soul is sure to make us cry, laugh, and pull at our heartstrings! If you’re in the mood for chikky nuggies you can maybe even get your own Soul plush Happy Meal toy right now! Eternals Eternals will focus on a new team of superheroes based on the Marvel comic book series. The Eternals are an immortal species created by Celestials within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The movie has shifted release dates from November 6th, 2020 to February 12th, 2021. ©Walt Disney Studios The Marvel Cinematic Universe keeps growing and we can’t get enough of it! Raya and the Last Dragon Raya and the Last Dragon is a Disney computer-animated film that tells the story of the warrior Raya and her dragon that has the ability to shape-shift into a human. The film has also pushed back its release date and is now set to premiere some time in 2021. ©Disney We’re totally here for this epic Disney story! We’ll keep our eyes open for a hard-set release date. Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings More Marvel comic movies? Yes, please! Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings will tell the story of superhero Shang-Chi. This is Marvel’s first Asian-led film and has a release date of May 7th, 2021. ©Disney Welcome to the MCU film family, Shang Chi! Cruella 101 Dalmations is getting another live-action remake. This time, the story revolves around the dastardly villain Cruella de Vil, portrayed by Emma Stone. Cruella‘s release date is May 28th, 2021. ©Walt Disney Studios Hide your puppies! This movie is sure to scare any little creature. Luca Coming to theatres in the summer of 2021! Another Disney/Pixar film! Luca will explore an unforgettable summer in a seaside town of the Italian Riviera. © Disney/Pixar How dreamy! We’d love to get lost in an Italian Riviera too! The Beatles: Get Back The Beatles documentary will show never-bef0re-seen footage of the band recording the album “Let it Be.” The film is directed by Peter Jackson (of Lord of the Rings fame) and will debut on August 27th, 2021. ©The Beatles We can’t wait to get back to the theater and see this documentary! Spider-Man 3 The Spider-Man remakes have seen their fair share of drama lately! Disney finally decided to release the third Tom Holland-led unnamed Spidey movie on July 16th, 2021. It was then delayed to November 2021 and has now been pushed another month for a current release date of December 17th, 2021. ©Disney ©Sony We’ll let you know if this movie will be swinging into the theaters any later than next December! Disney+ Exclusives Grab the popcorn! We’re ready for a night in with our favorite streaming channel! Secret Society of Second-Born Royals The Secret Society of Second-Born Royals focuses on a group of second-generation royalty who learn that they have superpowers. The powers come from a genetic trait that is attributed to those who are born second in the royal lineage. The Disney+ movie will premiere on September 25th, 2020. ©Disney Settle in! This is by far the most interesting superhero plot we’ve seen in a while. Black is King This visual album Black is King is inspired by Beyoncé’s album “The Lion King: The Gift.” The album was a tie-in with the live-action remake soundtrack of The Lion King. The feature film is directed, written and executive produced by Beyoncé herself and will debut on Disney+ on July 31st, 2020. ©Disney We’re ready for you, Queen Bey! Howard This documentary will share the story of Howard Ashman. Ashman was a highly esteemed lyricist responsible for the legendary music from The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, and Beauty and the Beast. Howard will release on August 7th, 2020. ©Disney Disney fans are sure to enjoy this incredible man’s story! The One and Only Ivan This movie is based on Christina Applegate’s well-regarded children’s book about an unlikely friendship between a silverback gorilla and a baby elephant. The One and Only Ivan is premiering on August 21st, 2020. ©Disney This movie is sure to be heartwarming. We’ll definitely be stocking up on tissues! Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Candace Against the Universe Where’s Perry? In this new feature film, of course! Candace has been abducted by aliens and it’s up to Phineas and Ferb to rescue their sister! The animated movie is premiering on August 28th, 2020. ©Disney We can’t wait to be reunited with our favorite wacky duo! 20th Century Studios Disney acquired 20th Century Studios (formally known as 20th Century Fox Studios) including the movie, television, and other entertainment assets that came with the company. Here’s the latest on their scheduled releases! The Empty Man This film is based on the comic book of the same name and will release on August 7th, 2020. It follows an ex-police officer who, in attempting to find a missing girl, finds a secret group who are summoning a supernatural entity. ©Disney The animated movie is categorized as a supernatural horror film. We’ll be watching this one with the lights on! The New Mutants This movie combines horror stories and superhero elements into one genre! The New Mutants is based on the Marvel Comic series and has an undetermined release date. ©20th Century The film was pushed back, but production has already finished. We’ll be on the lookout for a release date! The King’s Man This prequel is an origin story to the previous Kingsman series. The feature film will release on September 18th, 2020. ©Disney The previous spy movies in the series are Kingsman: The Secret Service and Kingsman: The Golden Circle. Death on the Nile This movie is based on the Agatha Christie novel and follows a “world-renowned detective, who becomes involved in a love triangle gone murderously bad while on a vacation in Egypt.” Death on the Nile will premiere on October 23rd, 2020. ©Disney This mystery thriller film is directed by the esteemed Kenneth Branagh. Deep Water Deep Water is based on Patricia Highsmith’s novel of the same name. It’s about a precarious relationship between a husband and a wife and will release on November 13th, 2020. ©Disney The film takes a dark turn while the husband is accused of murder! We’re already shaking in our boots. Free Guy This film follows a bank teller who comes to the realization that he is merely a background character in a video game that’s about to go offline. This unlikely hero movie will release on December 11th, 2020. ©Disney And who doesn’t love a good Ryan Reynolds movie?? We onboard for more lighthearted comedies right about now! West Side Story The classic musical is getting another film adaptation! This time, director Steven Spielberg is at the helm! The movie-musical debuts on December 18th, 2020 and you’ll have “I Feel Pretty” stuck in your head for weeks after that. ©Disney Now we just have to decide whether we are a Jet or a Shark! The Last Duel This true story tells the history behind the last legally sanctioned duel in Medieval France. The drama-thriller will release on October 15, 2021. ©Disney Love Adam Driver and 14th century France? You’ll love this movie! Everybody’s Talking About Jamie A new musical is rolling into theaters! The movie is based on the television documentary, Jamie: Drag Queen at 16, and will release on January 22nd, 2021. ©Disney The music is written by Dan Gillespie Sells with lyrics and book by Tom MacRae. Bob’s Burgers: The Movie Apparently, it’s a rite of passage for adult cartoons to get their own movie! The Simpsons Movie didn’t disappoint and we’re fairly sure the full-length Bob’s Burgers movie won’t either. Join Bob, Linda, and the kids on April 9th, 2021. ©20th Century In true Bob’s Burger fashion, the movie will have musical numbers. We can’t wait to hum along with the Belchers! Ron’s Gone Wrong The upcoming computer-animated film tells the story of the “wonderful walking, talking, digitally connected bot that sweeps the world, becoming every kid’s new Best Friend.” One thirteen-year-old boy gets a broken robot and attempts to teach it, which leads to hilarity and heartwarming moments! Ron’s Gone Wrong has a new release date of April 23rd, 2021. ©20th Century Studios The synopsis promises us that this film will be an “exploration of what real friendship means in a world of algorithms and social media.” We’ll be sure to put down our phones while we watch this movie! Searchlight Pictures Searchlight Pictures was also acquired by Disney during the Fox deal last year. It was formally known as Fox Searchlight. The Personal History of David Copperfield This whimsical film is based on the 1850 Victorian-era novel David Copperfield by Charles Dickens. The movie is currently set to release on August 28, 2020. ©Searchlight Pictures The film follows David Copperfield and a depiction of his life from childhood maturing into adulthood. The French Dispatch Lastly, The French Dispatch is about a European publication that publishes the three best stories from the last decade. This film is directed by the quirky Wes Anderson and will release on October 16th, 2020. Hopefully, the movie will be filled with whimsy and visually stunning moments like the rest of his films. ©Disney There you have it! Every feature film owned by Disney that is set to debut in 2020 and 2021. These release dates are very subject to change so keep following with us! We’ll keep you informed on any movie updates in the future. Looking for something spooky to watch on Disney+? Check out the top 10 creepiest movies here! What movie are you most excited about this year? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: NEWS! New Film Release Dates Announced For Mulan, Jungle Cruise, Black Widow, and More! Is The Future Of Movies…On Demand? The ULTIMATE List Of Disney Movie Release Dates for 2021! View the full article

Still reeling from Hamilton‘s release on Disney+? Well, buckle up! ©Joan Marcus We’ve been thinking that Disney+ could use more Broadway musicals — after all, Hamilton was a HUGE hit! We’ve heard a lot of non-musical news for the film’s coming to Disney+, but now, theatre-goers can rejoice! A film adaptation of Once on This Island is in the works for Disney+. The Broadway hit show has been much-loved by audiences around the country. According to the Hollywood Reporter, the new film will be headed up by Wanuri Kahiu, scripted by playwright Jocelyn Bioh, and produced by Marc Platt. ©Playbill No word yet on casting for this adaptation or when a release can be expected but we are SO excited that it is in the works! Keep an eye on DFB for all the BIG updates about new Disney+ content. If you need us, we’ll be streaming. Click here to learn more about what’s coming soon to Disney+! Are you excited for the upcoming adaptation of Once on This Island? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: NEW Mandalorian Sweatshirt Jets into Disney Springs! Take a Trip to Disney From Home With These Park-Inspired Disney+ Watchlists Get a Glimpse Behind the Scenes in “Prop Culture”, a New Series Coming to Disney+ View the full article

MORE resort hotels reopened in Disney World and we went a took a look! Caribbean Beach Resort We took a spin around the two most recently reopened hotels in Disney World and (as expected) there were a good number of changes. So here’s everything that NEW at The Swan Hotel and Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort in food and construction! Take a look! Food Updates First up, let’s talk about the food! Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort A few spots reopened at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. We swung by Centertown Market to check out changes to the Mobile Order process, but pretty much everything was the same! We did note that a Cast Member got our coffee for us at the beverage station but otherwise the only changes were added distancing measures. Centertown Market The pool bar was open at Banana Cabana. The seating was marked for lounge guests only with tables spaced out. Banana Cabana A few spots are still closed including Sebastian’s Bistro, the Grab n’ Go counter, and the Joffrey’s location at the Skyliner Station. Sebastian’s Bistro As a note, there were distancing markers outside of Sebastian’s Bistro for when the location is able to open. The Swan Hotel Over at the Swan Hotel, all three of the main restaurants — Garden Grove, Il Mulino, and Kimonos — are open! Guests are able to make reservations through the Swan App which is posted with a QR Code outside the dining locations. Il Mulino For the counter-service options, the Java Coffee Shop is open but the Chill Frozen Drinks counter was closed when we were there. Chill Sign We’ll keep an eye out for the reopening of Chill! Click here to see more of the reopening of Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort! Construction Updates Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort We noticed that the Trinidad area of Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort was closed off, including the pool, the hot tub, and Spyglass Grill. Empty Caribbean Beach Many of the recreation options were available including the volleyball courts, hammocks, the lawn chairs, and the Caribbean Cay island. As a note, the Caribbean Cay playground was closed. Caribbean Cay Walkways were open so you are able to walk to Disney’s Riviera Resort. Health and Safety Signage Of course, health and safety signage is also posted EVERYWHERE around the resort. The Swan Hotel The biggest news at The Swan Hotel is that the Friendship Boats were NOT running even though they were supposed to open. Disney Swan and Dolphin Hotels Due to the MLS is Back Tournament, only the Swan side is open as the Dolphin hosts Major League Baseball players. The Dolphin side is completely blocked off with barriers on every side, including half of the pool. The hot tub was also closed but you can still play giant chess and giant Jenga. The Dolphin Just like at all of the other resort hotels, there were health and safety notices everywhere. Health and Safety Signage The reopenings at these two resorts definitely seem pretty similar to the other reopenings we’ve seen so far. We’ll check in with more updates soon! See ya then! Want to see more of the Swan Hotel reopening? Click here! Have any questions about the opening of The Swan or Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort? Ask them in the comments! Related posts: Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Construction Update: August 2018 Why You’ll Suddenly Want to Stay in THIS Disney World Hotel in 2020 PHOTOS: The Swan Hotel Reopened in Disney World Today! View the full article

It’s HERE! We are SO excited to share with you the DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Food and Wine Festival This year’s Festival is a “Taste of the Epcot Food and Wine Festival” — and includes some food and merchandise from the 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival — and we’ve go you covered with all the details you need to know! Plus, it’s the 25th anniversary of the Epcot Food and Wine Festival. With hundreds of pages of new updates and information for 2020, we have everything organized to ensure that you have your absolute best Food and Wine Festival yet! To celebrate our grand launch, we’re offering 20% off the cover price! Just use discount code CHEFS at the checkout to secure your savings! This year’s Epcot Food and Wine Festival kicked off July 15th and runs through the fall (an end date has YET to be announced), and the DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book features all the info you need to know about this year’s events, from what’s NEW to brand new details for this unique take on the Food and Wine Festival. What’s in the DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book? Full Booth Menus with over 100 full color food photos and prices, featuring what menu items you can expect at the World Showcase booths this year. A full chapter on what’s NEW at the festival, including a full list of new menu items at the booths! Discount details and information Fully updated FAQ section Unique touring plans specific to this year’s Festival Plans and strategies for Kids at the Festival​​​​​​​ And MORE! Sample Pages As always, we’ve made this guide instantly downloadable for your convenience, and easily installed on your mobile devices. The DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Food and Wine Festival is a PDF ebook with ​220+ pages of detailed information about the Festival as well as hundreds of photographs and customized bonus items to help you get the best experience possible. ​​​​​​​ This guide is guaranteed to help you better plan your best Food & Wine Festival visit or your money back! Bonus Items in the DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Food and Wine Festival The DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Food & Wine Festival includes customized bonus items that are EXCLUSIVE to the DFB:​​​​​​​ A printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist that you can use to plan, and easily bring with you to the festival Themed World Showcase booth crawls, including “Food and Wine Classics”, the “Fun Eats for the Kids”, and so many more! Food and Wine Festival customized Touring Strategies for One Day visits, Budget-Conscious visits, and more — fully updated for 2020’s Festival! Full food, wine, beer, winery, and cocktail indexes, including locations of where you can find your favorites Epcot Food and Wine Festival recipes And more! Touring Strategies Whether this is your first festival or your 25th, you’ll appreciate knowing what you are getting before spending time and vacation dollars. And no matter what you want do — sample wine, explore the world’s beers, taste something you’ve never tried before, or find your next favorite dessert — The DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival is the perfect resource for navigating the Epcot Food and Wine Festival. Save 20% off the cover price of the DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! Use promo code CHEFS at checkout! Bundle for MORE Savings For an even bigger discount, head over to the DFB Store and check out our Food and Wine Bundle! Get the DFB Food and Wine Bundle Our bundles are already super discounted and today you can save even more – just use promo code FWBUNDLE and get an additional $5 off the cover price of our Food and Wine Bundle! You’ll get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2020 PLUS the DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! PLEASE NOTE: If you pre-ordered the DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Food and Wine Festival and DID NOT receive your guide yet please email us at support@dfbguide.com. With a 100% money-back guarantee on all of our guides, you have nothing to lose, ever! As always, we thank you for your support of Disney Food Blog. We couldn’t do this without you! Related posts: It’s a Super Bowl of Savings! Save 30% off the DFB Store NOW and Start Planning Your Next Disney World Vacation It’s HERE! Grand Launch of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2020 Edition It’s HERE! The DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival is Now Available! View the full article

We’ve been keeping an eye on news about the storm headed for Florida this weekend. Walt Disney World Entrance What was Tropical Storm Isaias has now been strengthened to Hurricane Isaias, with the Eastern coast of Florida remaining in its path. The state is likely to feel the effects of the storm this weekend, potentially even in Disney World. According to WESH, Hurricane Isaias is currently a Category 1 hurricane. Current models show the storm potentially strengthening to a Category 2 before dropping back as it makes its way up the Eastern coast of the United States. ©WESH Though most models currently expect that the center of the storm will stay off the coast, the rain and winds may have an effect on the coast of Florida and more inland, as far as Disney World. ©WESH If you’re headed to the parks this weekend, be prepared for potentially inclement weather. We’ll keep you updated with all of the important news about Hurricane Isaias and its effect on Disney World. Stay tuned. Click here to learn more about 2020’s expected overactive hurricane season. Headed to the parks this weekend? Tell us in the comments Related posts: NEWS: Tropical Storm Isaias Is Expected to Become a Hurricane with Florida Remaining in the Potential Path Central Florida Could See Its First Storm of the 2020 Hurricane Season With Developing Tropical Storm Isaias The OTHER Big Problem Disney World Has To Face in 2020 View the full article

The most wonderful time of the year will be here more quickly than you might think, and we’re starting to wonder about some of the festivities that could take place in Disney World. Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration The global health crisis has had a significant effect on the way things operate in the Disney parks, and things haven’t stopped adjusting yet. We recently shared that Disney has canceled Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party completely for 2020. Well, Christmastime is not too long after that event, so will Disney World cancel Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party? It’s a question we’re getting a LOT from our readers and followers on social media, so let’s take a look at what we know. Disney is “closely monitoring” the viability of the 2020 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. With the announcement of the Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party cancellation, Disney explained that a decision has not been made about this year’s Christmas Parties. Cast Members directing guests at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Of the party and other events, Disney stated, “We are monitoring our new environment closely, and will make a decision on these events as we continue to learn more from government and health officials. As always, our goal is to explore every option and look at ways in which we can still host events and festivals full of Disney magic, while still operating responsibly with the health and safety of our guests and Cast Members in mind.” Jack and Sally Meet and Greet at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party From this statement, we can glean that Disney will make the choice that makes guest and Cast Member safety a top priority. Maybe we’ll see a modified party, or maybe we won’t see one at all; it comes down to the health situation and doing what they deem safe for all involved. Click here to learn more about the cancellation of Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party! An event like Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is currently considered high-risk. As it stands, being in a theme park at all is considered a higher-risk activity. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) currently considers “medium-sized in-person gatherings that are adapted to allow individuals to remain spaced at least 6 feet apart and with attendees coming from outside the local area” to be high risk. This describes pretty much every day in the Disney parks, including special events like the Halloween and Christmas Parties. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Entrance Plus, per the CDC, the higher the level of community transmission in the area of an event, the greater the risk. At the time of writing, Florida’s community transmission rate is 78% of positive and traced cases according to the Florida Health Department. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party On the other hand, a night at one of the Christmas Parties, with all health measures considered, wouldn’t be THAT different from a current day in the theme parks. So, it IS possible that the event could move forward with appropriate health measures if things start to improve by the time Disney would need to sell tickets for the event. Click here for our take on how safe Disney World is — and whether you should go. The health situation would likely need to improve. Soon. If Disney makes the decision based on the environment around them, then we know from Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party that things will need to get better soon! Normally Disney would have already been selling tickets for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and the first event would happen in just three short months. Unfortunately, current projections currently do not show great improvement in the circumstances in the United States or in Florida in the coming months. The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation has crisis models that predict deaths continuing to increase in the country and the state through November. IHME Projections for United States COVID-19 Deaths as of July 30, 2020 If these projections end up being accurate, we can assume that the risk levels for large events will not change. Again though, the parks ARE open even in the current environment. If a similar level of diligence is put in place for the parties, they could be considered sufficiently safe. But that leads us to the next — possibly bigger — concern. Click here to learn more about the health measures in the parks currently. The viability of fireworks, shows, and parades are a big factor. Disney’s statement about Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party said that one of the big deciding factors was that there was no way to do the staples of the party safely. Disney said, “We determined that many of its hallmarks – stage shows, parades and fireworks – are unable to take place in this new, unprecedented environment. With that in mind, we have made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.” Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Now, this is interesting when we consider that the fate of the party might rest on the ability to conduct the party’s hallmark events. Right now, Disney World is not conducting most shows, fireworks, parades, or character meet and greets. The highlights of these special events are exactly the things Disney has put on hold. Many guests attend these parties specifically for the chance to see the special event parades and fireworks, and the chance to meet lots of unique Disney characters. What would a Very Merry Christmas Party be without a hug from Jack Skellington or the Seven Dwarfs and watching Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks? Still, we have recently seen the return of trial periods for firework shows in Shanghai Disneyland. If Disney World continues to follow a similar timeline to Shanghai Disneyland in response to the virus, we could see fireworks trials in the next few months. Minnie’s Wonderful Christmas Time Fireworks Plus, some of the smaller, low-demand shows have returned in Disney World already but without equity actors and with plenty of social distancing in place. The entertainment at the Christmas Parties is NOT low-demand, so they would have to be managed with limited capacity to be viable. Would guests want to risk spending upwards of $100 for a ticket that doesn’t ensure they’re able to see all of the entertainment? Also, if the shows use equity actors, the current union disagreements would need to be resolved for those performers to return. Gingerbread Sundae at Storybook Treats Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is months away from now. So, if Disney can manage to modify and bring back the hallmarks of the event in time, as well as if cases in the country and state start to improve, we may be partying away this winter. But if Disney can’t shoot off holiday fireworks and hold holiday parades, or if numbers continue to rise, we might get the Mickey’s Not So Scary treatment again for Christmas. Click here to learn more about the trial fireworks in Shanghai Disneyland. A LOT would need to happen for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party to open with current health and safety expectations. Let’s say that Disney does decide to move ahead with the parties — a LOT would need to happen to be able to get them functioning in this new environment. For one, modifications would need to be made to the parades, shows, fireworks, and meet and greets to allow for guest social distancing and safety for the Cast Members. Belle Speaking of social distancing, capacities would need to be lowered for the parties in general. It has not been uncommon to be stuck on a VERY crowded Main Street U.S.A. during Christmas Parties of years past. If typical parties are a lower capacity than allowed in the park during the day, capacities would need to be cut even more to match the already lower capacity we’ve seen in the parks. If you think the parks look empty now, imagine what they COULD be like for the Christmas Parties! Christmas Party Crowds Then we have to consider, would a party even be worth it with the necessary modifications? Tickets to these events are not cheap (typically above $100), so if we consider that shows and entertainment might be modified, menus may be limited, and health and safety measures may need to be a priority, would that ticket price even feel fair? Or would demand be extremely low? Click here to learn more about navigating the Disney parks with limited capacity. So, it’s possible that Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will be a go, but we need to be ready for cancellation. If Disney considers the parties viable and can work through these issues in time, then there’s a possibility that we’ll be headed to a Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party this year. But based on their decisions about Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, Disney may still opt to cancel. Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party It’s difficult to say what the holidays at Disney World will look like this year. We may very well see modified holiday offerings much like the Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival that’s currently running. Halloween is sure to be a good indication of what modified festivities could look like, so we’ll be keeping a close eye on the spookier developments ahead (believe it or not, in just two weeks we WOULD have been headed to the first Halloween Party!). If Disney does decide to cancel Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, we need to remember these decisions are made in the interest of guest safety. Click here to learn everything you need to know about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! Are you hoping to head to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party this year? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: Review and Photos! Characters, Cookies, Ride Overlays, Parades, and NEW Fireworks (WHEW!) and at the 2019 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! When Does Disney World Start Putting Up Its Christmas Decorations? The 2019 Ultimate Guide to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Walt Disney World! View the full article