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Your favorite Star Wars co-pilot has landed on a BRAND NEW Loungefly Backpack and Wallet and it is seriously precious. New Chewbacca Backpack and Wallet, © Loungefly Loungefly bags are perfect for holding your essentials within the Disney parks, and this intergalactic combo is no exception! With a NEW mini backpack and wallet, Chewbacca fans are sure to enjoy this new addition to the Loungefly X Star Wars collection! Chewbacca Mini Backpack Chewie is ready for adventure on this Loungefly X Star Wars Cosplay Mini Backpack. Just look at that smile! Chewbacca Cosplay Mini Backpack, © Loungefly This faux fur backpack includes faux leather trim, applique, and embroidered and metal plaque details. Not to mention the fuzziest face you ever did see. Close Up of Chewbacca Cosplay Mini Backpack, © Loungefly Ready for a trip around the galaxy with THE cutest co-pilot? Snag this backpack for $75.00 on the but this guy is ALREADY sold out! Chewbacca Zip Around Wallet If a Star Wars backpack isn’t appropriate for your everyday activities, a wallet featuring this lovable face is an adorable option! Chewbacca Cosplay Zip Around Wallet, © Loungefly This faux fur wallet includes faux leather trim, applique, and embroidered and metal plaque details — and that precious smile. Chewie is happy to hold all your important cards and bills! Here’s a look at the back of the wallet. Back of the Chewbacca Cosplay Zip Around Wallet, © Loungefly This wallet can be secured for $40.00 on the Loungefly website. Ready for a journey to a galaxy far far away? This mini backpack and wallet set are the perfect outer space companion for your next adventure! What are your thoughts on this Chewbacca set? We would love to hear from you in the comments! Related posts: Hoth Has Got Nothin’ On This Icy Star Wars Collection from Igloo! These Chic ‘Star Wars’ Loungefly Bags Are Bringing Us A New Hope! Find Your Inner Dark Side With The New Star Wars Imperial Collection! View the full article

Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill along with Wolfgang Puck Express are now taking Mondays and Tuesdays off. Wolfgang Puck But since today’s Wednesday, we stopped by the restaurant to see how they’re doing since they’ve got big plans for Father’s Day including a huge feast for dads! Since reopening, Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill has been offering a limited all-day menu. But today, we learned they’ll now be offering a limited daytime menu and then switching over to a dinner menu starting around 4 or 5PM. Here’s there new current daytime menu which now includes a new Burrata Cheese Tortellini! Sounds mighty tasty! Daytime Menu And LOOK! There’s a new Buffalo Chicken Pizza! What’s not to love about a blue cheese and buffalo chicken topped PIZZA?! Buffalo Chicken Pizza And here’s the brand new limited dinner menu! The only difference is there’s a Mojo Marinated Skirt Steak served with grilled artichokes, asparagus, and lime for $38. The rest of the menu reads the same. We ate at Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill on its reopening day! Click here to see what our full experience was like! Dinner Menu We’ll have to swing by and check these new items out soon! In the meantime, check out another one of our favorite restaurants at Disney Springs that just reopened today here! Still need a card for Father’s Day? Click here to see where we spotted the best ones in Disney Springs! Have you been to Wolfgang Puck since the restaurant reopened? Let us know if you’re excited to try these new menu items in the comments below! Related posts: Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill Has Reopened (Once Again) in Disney Springs! This NEW Burger Joint Has Reopened in Disney Springs! What’s New at Disney Springs — Baby Yoda Balloons, a Gelato-Filled Doughnut, and a BUNCH of Reopenings! View the full article

When The LEGO Store reopened on May 27th at Disney Springs, we were curious to see how our shopping experience would be different! The LEGO Store Turns out, a lot had changed! Guests were NOT allowed to approach the shelves or touch ANY products inside the LEGO Store and Pick a Brick was no longer available. But today, it looks like Pick a Brick is back –only it’s being done a little bit differently. We were used to filling our own plastic containers for Pick a Brick along the brick wall, but now the process is even easier. Pick a Brick You simply look at the brick menu, fill out a Pick a Brick form, and a Brick Specialist will scoop your order of bricks for you! Brick Menu Small cups of bricks sell for $8.99, and large cups sell for $15.99 and you can specify whether you want a quarter scoop, half scoop, or full scoop! Pick a Brick And The LEGO Store is also throwing in a free extra scoop of bricks to make up for guests not being able to scoop ’em themselves! They come in bright yellow LEGO bag! Free Bricks! They’re also selling already-made LEGO Figure Packs for $10 which include five LEGO figures instead of the standard three since you can’t fill them yourself! LEGO Figure Packs We’ll be looking forward to scooping our own LEGO bricks someday, but at least there’s a great workaround in place until that day comes! Did you see Disney just re-released this sold-out Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction item? Click here to learn more! Are you looking forward to building up your LEGO collection? Let us if you’ll be going by The LEGO Store to pick out some bricks in the comments below! Related posts: Star Wars Fans: Get Ready for a Triple Force Friday Shopping Spree in Disney Springs! Here’s The Complete List of Retail Locations That Are Reopening in Disney Springs on May 20th! Review: We’re Trying Starbucks’ New “Welcome Back” Drink in Disney World! View the full article

Feelin’ hungry? House of Blues Restaurant & Bar has you covered! House of Blues in Disney Springs House of Blues in Disney Springs reopened to guests on June 3rd. Since their initial reopening, they’ve also welcomed guests back to their bar, and now they’ve added a new option to satisfy the whole family! House of Blues Restaurant and Bar has now introduced Family Bundles, which are meant to feed up to 4 people! The Family Bundles include the guest’s choice of one Southern-inspired entrée, plus two sides, and a signature appetizer. ©House of Blues Orlando There are six entrées from which guests can choose, and the price is determined based on the entrée selection. Available options include Pulled Pork Sandwiches ($45), Brisket Sandwiches ($45), Cajun Pasta ($50), Jambalaya ($50), Fried Chicken ($55), and Smokehouse ($60). Smokehouse Ribs from House of Blues The Family Bundles are only available for takeaway, and guests can call 407-934-2583 to place a pickup order! Gideons Bakehouse is opening a location in Disney Springs to sell their famous cookies! What is your favorite item on the menu at House of Blues? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: New Cocktails at House of Blues in Disney Springs! Disney World House of Blues Adds NEW Sandwich Special Just In Time for Mardi Gras! ‘Get Some, Give Some!’ Enjoy a Meal at House of Blues in Disney Springs AND Help Others at the Same Time! View the full article

There seems to be some wackiness surrounding the uber-popular Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction, a monthly collection of limited edition plush, toys, Minnie Ears, and Loungeflys that are themed after a classic Disney attraction! ©Disney Just yesterday, we learned the series could be taking a hiatus, and now we’ve just seen one of the previously-released items magically reappear on shopDisney! That’s right — the “it’s a small world” Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Plush has been relisted on shopDisney’s website today! Did they find a few boxes of them laying around the stockroom? Who knows! ©shopDisney The Minnie Plush cost $29.99 and so far, it appears to be the ONLY previously released Minnie Mouse: Main Attraction item available right now! Click here to buy your “it’s a small world” Minnie Plush before it sells out! We’ll keep you posted if any others arrive and let you know when the new collections resume, too! Click here to see what was selling out super-fast in Disney Springs the other day! Have you been able to buy any of these hard-to-find Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction items? Let us know which ones you’ve picked up in the comments below! Related posts: FIRST LOOK at Disney’s NEW “it’s a small world” Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Collection! New Monthly Disney Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Collection Is Launching SOON! Next Stop: WONDERLAND! Disney’s New Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Series Launches Online THIS WEEKEND! View the full article

When Disney World temporarily closed in March, it raised A LOT of questions for Annual Passholders! Walt Disney World Annual Passholder Shortly after the theme parks’ temporary closure was updated to “until further notice,” Passholders who had paid in full were told their Disney World Annual Passes would be automatically extended for the number of days the parks remained closed. Well, we’ve been getting concerned that those extensions still haven’t come, and we’re hoping to make Theme Park reservations soon. But there seems to be some Annual Pass movement today. One Annual Passholder reached out to say that their expiration date had in fact been extended by the length of the closure. Here’s a screenshot, taken yesterday, of the original date for the extended Florida Resident Disney Weekday Select Annual Pass… Original Annual Pass Expiration …and here’s the updated date screenshot, taken today! That’s 117 days added to that Annual Pass. Extended Annual Pass Expiration As a reminder, Disney World will have been closed for 117 days when the parks reopen — from March 15th through July 11th. Annual Passes should be extended by the number of active days on your individual pass that were impacted by the closure. At press time, none of the Annual Passholders on our team are seeing any changes to their original Annual Pass expiration dates yet. Learn more about Disney World’s new Annual Passholder policies here! Keep in mind — Disney World will only be extending Annual Passes for members that have already paid in full or haven’t chosen to waive their payments. If you are on a monthly payment plan and have opted out of paying for your membership while the parks have been closed, your Disney World Annual Pass will expire on its original date. MMRR Annual Passholder pin We’ll be keeping a close eye on the situation to see if Annual Pass extensions begin to roll out in full. Drop us a line @DisneyFoodBlog on instagram or twitter if you see movement on your pass expiration date so that we can let our readers know. If you have any questions regarding your Disney World Annual Pass, you should call V.I.PASSHOLDER Support at (407)939-7277. Click here to read our FAQ regarding Disney World’s recent Annual Passes payment changes! Are you a Disney World annual passholder? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: All Your Questions About the New Disney World Passholder Payment Changes ANSWERED Confirmed: Disney World Will Offer Annual Passholder Previews Disney World Parades, Fireworks, and Character Meet and Greets Will Be Temporarily Suspended When Theme Parks Reopen View the full article

Fans of The Mandalorian, exciting news! Build-A-Bear Workshop has announced that “The Child” plush is returning beginning TOMORROW, June 18th! The Child Plush, © Build-A-Bear Workshop To snag the cutest child in the galaxy, Build-A-Bear has a virtual system in place! Read on if you need this plush for your intergalactic collection! If you’re an avid Disney+ watcher, you’ve probably heard of The Mandalorian and the intergalactic obsession fans have with “The Child”. There have been several plushies of this adorable creature released since the success of the show’s first season, including this one from Disney Springs. If you’ve been keeping track, this guy has been re-stocked at LEAST four times…the hype is real. If you’re ready to secure the asset, get your computer ready! Information on The Child Re-Stock, © Build-A-Bear Workshop Beginning at 11:30AM CST, you will be able to enter a pre-waiting room. Then, at 12:00PM CST, you will be assigned a random place in line to hopefully secure your very own Baby Yoda. While joining the virtual waiting room does not guarantee you a plush of the Child, it is currently the only way to obtain this item from Build-A-Bear. If that seems like too much work, never fear! There are plenty of items currently in stock and available online. Check out even more merch for The Child! Will you be trying to secure the asset tomorrow? Or is watching The Mandalorian on Disney+ enough for you? Let us know in a comment below! Related posts: Ready For Round FOUR?? Baby Yoda Is Coming BACK to Build-A-Bear! Wait, This Baby Yoda Necklace Costs HOW MUCH?! Check Out Where We Found These Snuggly Baby Yoda Pajamas For Kids! View the full article

So this is love! Engaged or not, we hear wedding bells thanks to these 16 gorgeous Disney Princess-inspired dresses brought to us by Allure Bridals! Allure Bridals – Disney Fairy Tale Weddings Collection Allure Bridals first announced in February that they would be collaborating with Disney to create The Disney Fairy Tale Weddings Collection and Disney Fairy Tale Weddings Platinum Collection, and it is finally here! The Disney Fairy Tale Weddings Collection The Disney Fairy Tale Weddings Collection offers dresses in sizes 0-30 and ranges from $1,200-$2,600 in price. These styles will be available in 81 bridal salons across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. Pocahontas How beautiful is this dress inspired by Pocahontas, who “listens to her heart and looks beyond the horizon to discover true love?” Allure Bridals Wedding Dress — Pocahontas This all-over lace dress is accented with a sweetheart neckline, detailed spaghetti straps, and is covered with buttons down the back. Check Out These New Pocahontas Socks In Disney Springs! Rapunzel We feel like we need to let down our hair in this stunning cotton and lace gown. Allure Bridals Wedding Dress — Rapunzel The v-shaped bodice, cap sleeves, and flowing tulle and chiffon accents give this skirt a dreamy quality. Do We Still Love Breakfast With Ariel and Rapunzel at Trattoria al Forno? Disney Fairy Tale Weddings Platinum Collection The Disney Fairy Tale Weddings Platinum Collection ranges from $3,500-$9,500 in price and is inspired by popular characters like Ariel, Tiana, and Jasmine. Unlike the Disney Fairy Tale Weddings Collection, the Platinum gowns will exclusively be sold at Kleinfeld Bridal in New York and Toronto. Cinderella Included in the Platinum Collection is this Cinderella-inspired gown, which was designed to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the film’s original release. Allure Bridals Wedding Dress — Cinderella This glamorous ballgown is embellished with 4,600 crystals and 44,000 sequins and beads! The only thing that is missing is the glass slippers! Check Out How Construction Is Going On Cinderella’s Castle Here! Snow White We’re wishing (we’re wishing) for the one we love…to propose so we can wear this dress inspired by Snow White! Allure Bridals Wedding Dress — Snow White —Front Just look at that bow in the back! Allure Bridals Wedding Dress — Snow White — Back We’ll definitely be heading over to our magic mirror to wish for this ballgown. Oh, wait…we don’t have a magic mirror… . How Cute Is This Snow White Journal!? Jasmine We feel like a whole new world awaits us thanks to this Jasmine-inspired gown! Allure Bridals Wedding Dress — Jasmine This elegant gown even features a detachable train for some extra drama in Agrabah! Tiana Strike up the jazz band because we want to dance all night long in this Tiana-inspired wedding dress! Allure Bridals Wedding Dress — Tiana Oh yeah, we can definitely see ourselves chowing down on some beignets in this. Truthfully, we would chow down on beignets in anything. Do you think Tiana’s Place caters? Disney and RockLove Have Released a NEW Princess and the Frog Jewelry Collection! Ariel We wanna be where…this dress is! Just look at this mermaid style (obviously!) gown inspired by Ariel! Allure Bridals Wedding Dress — Ariel This dress has whozits and whatzits galore between the multiple strands of pearlized beads in the back and the cascading layers of tulle and organza. We’d want to go somewhere tropical on our honeymoon after wearing a dress like this! Did You Get The Ariel Headband by Betsey Johnson?! Belle Tale as old as time, true as it can be, we want this dress. That’s it. That’s where the song ends as far as we know right now! Allure Bridals Wedding Dress — Belle The off-the-shoulder sleeves and satin skirt are straight out of a storybook, don’t you think? Have You Eaten at Be Our Guest Restaurant in the Magic Kingdom? Aurora We are dreaming, wishing, and believing this Aurora-inspired dress into our existence! Allure Bridals Wedding Dress — Aurora Like, do you see that CAPE!? We want a cape! Have You Seen These Adorable Disney Princess Loungefly Backpacks Yet? Wowie wow — we think these gowns are all stunning! Now please excuse us while we binge every episode of Disney Fairy Tale Weddings on Disney+. We Found The Perfect Apparel For Your Disney Honeymoon! Which dress would you like to walk down the aisle in? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: A Brand-New Disney Castle Collection is Coming to shopDisney SOON! SO CUTE! Check Out This Pretend Coffee Maker For Your Little Disney Princess New Disney Princess Mugs Spotted at Walt Disney World — And They’re AMAZING! View the full article

Hong Kong Disneyland is welcoming guests once again on June 18, 2020. And we imagine many guests are looking forward to that iconic view of the Castle that awaits them upon entering the park. Hong Kong Disneyland Disney previously announced a transformation of Sleeping Beauty Castle into the Castle of Magical Dreams, and guests will be treated to an in-person look as the park reopens. In the meantime, though, we can have a look now, as Twitter user @CyberbbLawrence has shared a few photos of the transformation! The Castle will eventually serve as a backdrop for entertainment offerings including a daytime show as well as a nighttime spectacular. And Bibbibi Bobbidi Boutique will be tucked inside, too! Of course, the reopening of Hong Kong Disneyland will be accompanied by many new experiences in the park as part of new protocols in place so guests may enjoy the reopened park safely. These measures include a new theme park reservation system to limit guest capacity, and additional safety measures which you can see in a video provided to prepare guests for their visit to Hong Kong Disneyland. For information about the upcoming reopening of Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort, you can also visit any of the links below. What do you think of the Castle of Magical Dreams? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: The 10 Most Important Dates in 2020 For Disney Fans NEWS! Hong Kong Disneyland Is Set to Reopen Soon BREAKING NEWS: Hong Kong Disneyland Has Announced a Reopening Date! View the full article

To celebrate Pride Month 2020, Disney has been releasing rainbow merchandise left and right! From plush to pins, fans of all things colorful are sure to enjoy some new items joining the rainbow lineup! World of Disney Rainbow Collection Display If you’re interested in seeing some of the newest rainbow pieces joining this collection in World of Disney at Disney Springs, keep on reading! To add to this colorful collection, we spotted a NEW Rainbow Tumbler and Rainbow Heart Magnet! Rainbow Heart Magnet Share your love for all things pride, rainbow, and Disney with this fun new magnet! The colorful design features a variety of Disney essentials like Minnie ears, Mickey pretzels, and even the Walt Disney World & Disneyland symbols. Rainbow Heart Magnet from World of Disney This colorful pattern is featured on various pieces within the collection, including this Rainbow Rain Jacket! The heart magnet retails for $9.99 — add it to your fridge or cabinet to spread a bit of extra magic! Rainbow Tumbler with Straw There’s a new rainbow tumbler in town, and this cup features Cinderella Castle decked out in all the colors of the rainbow! Walt Disney World Rainbow Tumbler On the other side, this tumbler reads ‘The Most Magical Place on Earth,’ complete with a tiny Mickey head! The Most Magical Place on Earth The tumbler comes with a lid and plastic straw so you can easily sip your beverages in style. Walt Disney World Rainbow Tumbler Lid This cup comes in both Walt Disney World and Disneyland varieties and is available on shopDisney for $19.99. Click here to purchase the Walt Disney World Rainbow Tumbler with Straw! In celebration of Pride Month, The Walt Disney Company is making a $100,000 donation to GLSEN — a leading education organization furthering safe and inclusive schooling for LGBT+ students. Fans of all things colorful, you’re sure to find your next rainbow obsession with something from this collection! Will you be adding any rainbow items to your wishlist? Let us know your favorite item in a comment below! Related posts: Peace, Love, and Tie-Dye! You’ve Gotta See These Rainbow Merch Items in Disney World! Disney’s Latest Merch Trend Continues With This NEW Retro Sweatshirt Collection BEST DAY EVER! There’s a NEW Pascal Shoulder Plush in Disney World! View the full article

With magic returning to parks and resorts, one of the creative visionaries defying imagination at Walt Disney Imagineering, Zach Riddley, is busy leading the teams that invent the future for guests at Walt Disney World Resort – and now, he’s sharing some of his experiences with the world on Instagram at @TheZachRiddley. Many of you know Zach from stories here on the Blog! As Imagineering’s site portfolio executive for Walt Disney World Resort, Zach turns dreams into reality and currently leads work on the historic transformation of EPCOT to bring the next generation of immersive storytelling to life at the Resort. While Zach’s creative focus is now on Walt Disney World Resort, he has also helped bring other favorite experiences to life in each of our resorts across the globe. Zach also led the master planning team at Imagineering – which helps set the long-term vision for how we use our land, protect and steward our environmental resources and preserve space for all the future ideas we’ve yet to dream up. Since joining Imagineering, Zach has been passionate about design at Disney Parks and the notion that it’s a way to realize a vision of the world and bring that to life in physical form. He says design creates a sense of connection that has meaning for millions of guests across the globe – which is something unique that Imagineers create in every project. You can learn more about Zach and other talented Imagineers here on our Walt Disney Imagineering site and on Instagram at @WaltDisneyImagineering. And be sure to connect with Zach on Instagram at @TheZachRiddley. View the full article

Major aspects of the theme parks and attractions in California are beginning to reopen! We recently went on a trip to Universal Studios Hollywood to see what was up at CityWalk, which reopened to the public on June 10! Main Entrance to Universal Studios Hollywood After our first trip to CityWalk in Orlando, we were eager to see how the two shopping and dining districts compared! Much of what we saw was the same, but there were a couple of major differences! Parking and Entering Arriving at Universal Studios Hollywood CityWalk was a breeze! The current operating hours at CityWalk are 12:00PM through 8:00PM daily, and we arrived just after opening. Welcome to Universal Studios Hollywood! There was no line of cars to get into the parking garage, which was our first sign that CityWalk would be totally quiet! Hardly no cars entering the parking garage at CityWalk Folks visiting CityWalk are directed to park in the Jurassic Parking garage. Jurassic Parking Garage Like CityWalk in Orlando, self-parking is staggered, with every other space coned off. In Orlando, those coned off spaces were eventually filled as more cars came in, but it was so quiet the day we visited Hollywood, there was no need to do so! Staggered parking at CityWalk Then it was time to head towards security, where the temperature screenings would take place! But first, we noticed one MAJOR difference from what we saw (or rather, didn’t see) in Orlando. Universal Studios Hollywood is selling face masks BEFORE you go through security. Vending machine selling face masks The vending machine is located just before the temperature check, where you can purchase washable masks for $7.00 each… Face masks for sale! …you could also purchase tubes of hand sanitizer, also $7.00 each. Hand sanitizer for sale! You could also purchase various multi-packs. One pack sold two 3-ply masks, while another pack sold masks and gloves! Again, these were $7.00 each. Multi-pack of face masks and gloves As long as you were stocked up and wearing your face masks, you could proceed to security and the temperature screening! Orlando’s CityWalk only had face masks and hand sanitizer for sale AFTER you passed through security! Learn more here. Temperature Checks The temperature check was a breeze! This was in part due to the fact that hardly no one else was in line with us, but also because the temperature check itself is quick and easy. Before getting your temperature checked, there are a couple of spots to get hand sanitizer, and a board with all the safety information you need to know. Signage and hand sanitizer heading into security There were a couple of security Team Members stationed to take your temperature. Temperature check at CityWalk The process was very similar to what we experienced in Orlando, just with fewer people! Temperature check After our temperature was taken, we briskly entered CityWalk to check the place out! Learn more about our experience with temperature checks at Orlando’s CityWalk here! Walking Around, Signage, and Restrooms Like we’ve seen at both CityWalk and Disney Springs, signage was abundant throughout the area. The first sign we spotted was soon after we parked, well before we reached security. Signage at CityWalk Once we passed security, there was additional signage as soon as we entered CityWalk. Signage at CityWalk The reminders to observe physical distancing were abundant! Signage at Universal Studios Hollywood CityWalk It was extremely easy to observe physical distancing when we visited because it was literally empty! An empty CityWalk at Universal Studios Hollywood! And, in case we needed the reminder, there were signs to tell us that the theme park was still closed. CityWalk In the restrooms, there was some signage to remind us of the sanitary precautions we could take to mitigate the risk of spreading the virus. We noticed that every other sink in the restrooms was “closed.” Restrooms at CityWalk When it’s time to leave CityWalk, several signs were present with QR codes for guests to scan to take a survey on their experience. QR code survey at CityWalk There was definitely plenty of signage to make sure everyone was informed and up-to-date on the health and safety procedures Universal had put in place! Universal Studios Hollywood is looking to reopen its theme park in July! Learn more here. Dining We made a couple of food stops along the way during our visit! Our first stop was Johnny Rockets! Johnny Rockets This is where we saw another MAJOR difference from Orlando. We were given traditional, reusable menus at our table! Something we didn’t think we would see: a REUSABLE menu! Other than the menus, we noticed a lot of the typical measurements taken by table service restaurants. Seating was staggered to every other table (again, it was so empty it was hard to even notice!). Staggered seating at Johnny Rockets And, of course, we had to grab some fries and a shake! When in Rome, you order chili cheese fries and a chocolate milkshake! Yummmmm There were some other minor things we noticed, like a lack of gloves on the staff (they were all, of course, wearing face coverings). While none of the health measures were lined out for us when we visited, the protocol was still visible. Johnny Rockets Our next stop was Voodoo Doughnut! We stopped by the Orlando location so we had to see how Hollywood’s measured up! Voodoo Doughnut In case the crowds do get busy, Voodoo Doughnut had an extended outdoor queue area with physical distancing floor markers ready to go! Physical distancing floor markers in the extended queue outside Voodoo Doughnut Inside, the floor markers continued. An employee was present to make sure parties did not get too close together. Physical distancing floor markers at Voodoo Doughnuts We were given a disposable menu (or a “souvenir menu” as they called it) for us to make the incredibly difficult decision of choosing which doughnuts we wanted. Voodoo Doughnut disposable menu! When it was time to order, the register had a sneeze guard to keep everyone extra safe. Sneeze guard at Voodoo Doughnut Don’t worry! All of the doughnuts were just as delicious as we would expect! Voodoo Doughnut Voodoo Doughnut in Hollywood was beyond prepared to welcome back guests, and we saw multiple instances of distancing and added safety procedures! Read more about what dining was like at Orlando’s CityWalk here! Overall, the crowds were much lower than what we saw in Orlando. When we visited Hollywood, there was a limited amount of dining locations and shops available to visit. We would imagine that as more things open, the crowd level may go up. Catch up on our trip to a reopened Universal Orlando here! Have you visited CityWalk in either Orlando or Hollywood? What was your experience like? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Universal Studios Hollywood Might Be Looking To Reopen in July Universal Studios Has EXTENDED Its Temporary Closure Universal Will Furlough Part-Time Hourly Employees Beginning in May View the full article

Who’s your favorite mouse couple in the whole world? Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Our answer is Mickey and Minnie. Obviously, we love this duo; we can’t get enough of them! Well, for the parents out there that feel the same, we have good news. Disney just dropped the CUTEST collections of Mickey and Minnie inspired apparel and accessories for your baby! Let’s take a look! Minnie Mouse for Baby The first of the collections is a series of Minnie merch! Check out this sweet Minnie Mouse Tutu Bodysuit for Baby for $22.99. Minnie Mouse Tutu Bodysuit for Baby ©Disney That headband is SO shimmery! Click here to buy the Minnie Mouse Tutu Bodysuit for Baby! To match, you can snag the Minnie Mouse Sock Set for Baby for $7.99. Minnie Mouse Sock Set for Baby ©Disney We love the gold stars! Want to buy the Minnie Mouse Sock Set for Baby? Click here! Live in a cooler place? You can pick up the Minnie Mouse Quilted Jacket for Baby for $29.99. Minnie Mouse Quilted Jacket for Baby ©Disney Who’s the most fly baby around? It’s whichever baby is wearing this! To buy the Minnie Mouse Quilted Jacket for Baby, click here! If you’ve got your own “Little Star,” consider buying the $12.99 Minnie Mouse Plush Blankie for Baby. Minnie Mouse Plush Blankie for Baby ©Disney We love the gold accents! Click here to buy the Minnie Mouse Plush Blankie for Baby! Of course, fashionista Minnie is the gal to look to for your babe’s new party wear. Minnie Mouse Party Dress for Baby ©Disney Check out the Minnie Mouse Party Dress for Baby for $34.99! Want to buy the Minnie Mouse Party Dress for Baby? Click here! Perhaps our FAVORITE new outfit from the Minnie collection is this sweet Minnie Mouse Bubble Romper and Bodysuit Set for Baby. Minnie Mouse Bubble Romper and Bodysuit Set for Baby ©Disney You can dress your little one in these sweet threads for $29.99. To buy the Minnie Mouse Bubble Romper and Bodysuit Set for Baby, click here! Mickey Mouse for Baby There’s some pretty adorable Mickey merch too though. Mickey Mouse Sweater and Pants Set for Baby ©Disney You can snag this awesome Mickey Mouse Sweater and Pants Set for Baby for $34.99… Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse Sweater and Pants Set for Baby! …or snag the Mickey Mouse Striped Romper for Baby for $19.99! Mickey Mouse Striped Romper for Baby ©Disney That looks ridiculously comfy. Want to buy the Mickey Mouse Striped Romper for Baby? Click here! Keep those adorable toes warm with the Mickey Mouse Sock Set for Baby for $7.99. Mickey Mouse Sock Set for Baby ©Disney We can’t decide which pair we like more! To buy the Mickey Mouse Sock Set for Baby, click here! Imagine: Your little guy looks up at you with this cute Mickey ears hood up. That might be a cuteness OVERLOAD! Mickey Mouse Sleeveless Romper for Baby ©Disney Grab the Mickey Mouse Sleeveless Romper for Baby for $26.99. Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse Sleeveless Romper for Baby! Just like the Minnie one, there’s also a Mickey Mouse Plush Blankie for Baby for $12.99. Mickey Mouse Plush Blankie for Baby ©Disney Is it the cuddliest thing ever? Maybe. Want to buy the Mickey Mouse Plush Blankie for Baby? Click here! And LOOK at this adorable ensemble! Mickey Mouse Dungaree Set for Baby ©Disney Get the Mickey Mouse Dungaree Set for Baby for $29.99. To buy the Mickey Mouse Dungaree Set for Baby, click here! Mickey Mouse and Friends for Baby There’s also a collection that features not only Mickey and Minnie but their friends too! Look at this playful and girly Mickey Mouse and Friends Tunic and Legging Set for Baby. Mickey Mouse and Friends Tunic and Legging Set for Baby ©Disney Make it yours for $26.99. Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse and Friends Tunic and Legging Set for Baby! This collection also has the Mickey Mouse and Friends Bodysuit Set for Baby so that you can get three rompers for $24.99. Mickey Mouse and Friends Bodysuit Set for Baby ©Disney That’s a pretty okay deal! Want to buy the Mickey Mouse and Friends Bodysuit Set for Baby? Click here! Keep your baby’s new ensembles clean with the Mickey Mouse and Friends Bib Set for Baby for $12.99! Mickey Mouse and Friends Bib Set for Baby ©Disney Listen, we can’t trust babies to keep their own shirts clean! To buy the Mickey Mouse and Friends Bib Set for Baby, click here! Mickey and Minnie Mouse for Baby Looking for a way to track your baby’s growth? Grab a camera and order the Mickey and Minnie Mouse Milestone Blanket for Baby for $34.99! Mickey and Minnie Mouse Milestone Blanket for Baby ©Disney We can only imagine how cute those pics would be! Click here to buy the Mickey and Minnie Mouse Milestone Blanket for Baby! And finally, if your baby doesn’t have their very own bathrobe — you might need to take a look at this. Mickey and Minnie Mouse Bath Robe for Baby ©Disney How cute is the Mickey and Minnie Mouse Bath Robe for Baby for $29.99!? Want to buy the Mickey and Minnie Mouse Bath Robe for Baby? Click here! You can find all of this sweet Mickey and Minnie merch on shopDisney right NOW! We can’t wait to see all the little babies wearing their sweet new threads! Can’t get enough Mickey and Minnie merch? Click here! Will you be snagging some of this TOTALLY adorable merch for your little one? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: Minnie Mouse Fans NEED to See These New “Positively Minnie” Accessories! The New Minnie Mouse Dooney & Bourke Collection Is Now Available Online! Check Out This SNEAK PEEK of the Upcoming Mickey and Minnie Dooney & Bourke Bags! View the full article

We gotta admit — when we first spotted this Stitch Hat at World of Disney last week, it left us in stitches! How could we NOT laugh at how ridiculously cute this thing is?! It’s Stitch! But that wasn’t a big enough Stitch fix for us, so we went out in search of even more cute merch featuring Experiment 626! And we hit the mothership when we arrived at Loungefly’s website! Check out this incredible Stitch Loungefly Wallet for $40! It features Stitch dressed up in his signature Elvis leisure suit and we have to HAVE IT! ©Loungefly We also spotted this Embroidered Stitch Loungefly Backpack which is on sale for only $35! ©Loungefly Normally these bags cost $70, but for this price, we’re gonna have to snag it! Click here to see which Loungefly Backpacks are selling out FAST at Disney Springs! We also spotted this Lilo & Stitch Enamel Pin Set that you can bling out your new backpack with! ©Loungefly The set includes four pins and costs $25! Click here to see even more Loungefly-exclusive Disney enamel pin sets! We’ll keep out eyes peeled for more Stitch merch, but for now, you can check out some of the other awesome Loungeflys we’ve seen recently debut including this Wall-E and Eve Wallet and this new Alice in Wonderland Collection! Click here to see the new Ratatouille Danielle Nicole Bag that we totally adore! Do you love Experiment 626 as much as we do? Let us know if you’ll be buying any of these adorable Stich accessories in the comments below! Related posts: Check Out These New Loungefly Pins That Are Coming in May for What’s HaPINning Tuesdays! Lots of These New Loungeflys SOLD OUT in Disney Springs…But Now You Can Get Them Online! We’re Totally Adding This Adorable DAISY Duck Loungefly Set to Our Collection! View the full article

Are you ready for another culinary challenge in the kitchen… complete with some Disney magic? If so, Disney has provided a recipe from one of the most popular restaurants in all of Walt Disney World: ‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. ‘Ohana Remember, “Ohana means family.” And just in time to treat Dad for Father’s Day, we’ve got the recipe for ‘Ohana’s Honey-Coriander Chicken Wings! These yummy sticky wings are served up as one of the tasty appetizers that are part of the all-you-care-to-enjoy dinner feast at ‘Ohana. It’s suggested that you serve them at home with a dipping sauce. (You may be well familiar with the peanut and sweet and sour sauces that accompany the wings at ‘Ohana.) Ohana Appetizers featuring Honey-Coriander Chicken Wings But before you choose your sauce, here’s the recipe for those WINGS! Ingredients — Coriander Chicken Wings 1 tablespoon coarse salt 2 tablespoons paprika 2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 4 tablespoons canola oil 4 pounds chicken wings or drumettes, patted dry Ingredients — Honey Sauce 1 tablespoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1 tablespoon ground coriander 2 tablespoons lime juice 1/2 cup soy sauce 1 cup honey 3/4 cup water 2 tablespoons cornstarch Instructions — Coriander Chicken Wings Preheat oven to 500°F, with racks in upper and lower thirds. Line two rimmed baking sheets with foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray. Combine all ingredients except chicken in large glass bowl; stir to combine. Add chicken and toss to coat. Divide chicken in single layer between prepared baking sheets and bake until browned and completely cooked through, about 35 minutes, rotating baking sheets on racks and turning chicken halfway through cooking. Instructions — Honey Sauce While wings are baking, combine ingredients in small saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to boil, stirring occasionally, until liquid thickens and reduces to a syrup, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool for 10 minutes. Brush or toss baked chicken with wing sauce to coat. Serve with remaining wing sauce on the side or with preferred dipping sauce. Disney has also provided a printable version of this recipe, which you can access by clicking here. P.S. In case you also want to deliver some ‘Ohana dessert magic from your kitchen, you can find the recipe for the famous ‘Ohana Bread Pudding by clicking here! Check out our latest review of dinner at ‘Ohana here! We hope this recipe helps you create a wonderful treat for your Father’s Day celebration… or any occasion you choose to celebrate with the Honey-Coriander Chicken Wings from ‘Ohana! Are you an ‘Ohana fan? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Recommended Disney World Dining Plan One Credit Restaurant Values DFB Video: Top 5 Disney World Resorts for FOOD! The 12 Best Meals To Eat in Disney World…Without Leaving Your Hotel!! View the full article

“For it is plain as anyone can see. We’re simply meant to be.” – The Nightmare Before Christmas. Just like Jack Skellington and Sally’s love, these new Bride and Groom shirts are a perfect match! Love is in the air! With wedding season in full swing, we are in love with these adorable couples’ shirts. This Mickey Mouse Icon Bride T-Shirt for Women already has us feeling all the wedded bliss. Fit for a Disney Princess Okay, we know we are suckers for anything Disney Wedding related, but what bride wouldn’t want this pink and white t-shirt, complete with hidden Mickey in the “i!?” You can even coordinate it with this Mickey Mouse Icon Groom Shirt for Men if you like. Here comes the Groom! Both of these t-shirts are printed using Earth-friendly, water-based inks and are 100% cotton. Olaf said it best, “love is putting someone else’s needs before yours.” Since weddings are supposed to be all about the couple, we are now starting to think maybe he meant that about buying them some t-shirts so everyone can know who they are We Spotted Tons of New Disney Wedding Merch At Downtown Disney! Will you be saying “I do” to these Bride and Groom T-shirts? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: So Many New Summery Looks Just Dropped on shopDisney — AND WE NEED THEM ALL! This NEW Inside Out Romper Has Us Feeling All Kinds of Interesting Emotions… Disney Just Released a Fly New Mickey Collection That’s Made With Recycled Plastic Bottles! View the full article

Whatever you have planned to celebrate Father’s Day (and summer solstice – the official arrival of summer!) you can’t go wrong when you include noshing on the popular Honey-Coriander Chicken Wings from ‘Ohana. The perfect balance of sweet, nutty, and spicy, these wings are good cold, too – a great add to a picnic basket if you plan to enjoy a day outdoors with the family. These deliciously sticky chicken wings are terrific on their own, but if you want extra layers of flavor, you can serve with dad’s favorite dipping sauce (‘Ohana offers peanut and sweet-n-sour sauces with their wings). They are sure to be a hit and a great way to say, “Happy Father’s Day!” Honey-Coriander Chicken Wings from ‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Serves 4 to 6 CORIANDER CHICKEN WINGS 1 tablespoon coarse salt2 tablespoons paprika2 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon black pepper1/2 teaspoon turmeric1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper4 tablespoons canola oil4 pounds chicken wings or drumettes, patted dryHONEY WING SAUCE 1 tablespoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1 tablespoon ground coriander2 tablespoons lime juice1/2 cup soy sauce1 cup honey3/4 cup water2 tablespoons cornstarchFOR CORIANDER WINGS: Preheat oven to 500°F, with racks in upper and lower thirds. Line two rimmed baking sheets with foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray. Combine all ingredients except chicken in large glass bowl; stir to combine. Add chicken and toss to coat. Divide chicken in single layer between prepared baking sheets and bake until browned and completely cooked through, about 35 minutes, rotating baking sheets on racks and turning chicken halfway through cooking. FOR WING SAUCE: While wings are baking, combine ingredients in small saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to boil, stirring occasionally, until liquid thickens and reduces to a syrup, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool for 10 minutes.Brush or toss baked chicken with wing sauce to coat. Serve with remaining wing sauce on the side or with preferred dipping sauce.Note: This recipe has been converted from a larger quantity in the restaurant kitchens. The flavor profile may vary from the restaurant’s version. As a reminder while preparing this recipe, please supervise children who are helping or nearby. Click here for a print-at-home version of this recipe! Stay connected with Disney Parks Blog for more delicious Disney recipes and be sure to share the magic with other Disney fans using the hashtag #DisneyMagicMoments. Happy cooking! View the full article

The BIG day has finally arrived! While Disney World hotels and theme parks haven’t welcomed back guests just yet, Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ in Disney Springs has reopened today. Homecomin’! We arrived at Disney Springs bright and early this morning for a little taste of southern hospitality (are we the only peeps who like to rope drop restaurants???). And while we knew Chef Art Smith would be at Homecomin’ today for the grand opening of his new Shine Bar + Social outdoor patio bar, we weren’t expecting to see so much cute MERCH! Homecomin’ Merch Display Just like The Polite Pig down the block, the restaurant is also serving up its special brand of Homecomin’ Face Masks! They’ve chosen a chicken for their emblem and they cost $12 each! Chicken Face Masks In fact, we noticed Chef Art Smith was rockin’ one of these bad boys himself while he was welcoming folks back to his restaurant! Chef Art! Homecomin’ is also selling gaiter face coverings in blue Chicken or Gingham prints! Homecomin’ Face Masks We also spotted plenty of adorable Homecomin’ Baby Onesies, perfect for any little chicks that have hatched recently! Homecomin’ Merch There’s also plenty of Homecomin’s Hot Sauce for folks to take home with them! Hot Sauce And we can’t leave without snagging a few of these Homecomin’ Can Koozies either! Koozies Homecomin’ is now open every day of the week from 12PM to 9PM, so come on down to snag some of their new gear and maybe even a jar of their refreshing moonshine ’cause you deserve it! What do you think of Homecomin’s new merchandise? Let us know which items you’ll be picking up in the comments below! Related posts: TAKE-HOME MOONSHINE and a Limited Menu to Be Available When Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Reopens in Disney World News! Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Adds EXTENDED Brunch Hours! What’s New at Disney Springs! NEW Menu Items; Missing Menu Items; The CUTEST Valentine’s Day Cards; and FREE Cupcakes! View the full article

Nous aimons (meaning we like!) this new Disney Pixar Ratatouille Bon Appétit Crossbody by Danielle Nicole. ©Danielle Nicole – Disney Pixar Ratatouille Bon Appétit Crossbody From the same designer who brought us the Lilo & Stitch Surfing Backpack, Cinderella’s 70th Anniversary Crossbody Bag, and the Minnie Love Crossbody Bag, we are transported to Paris with the newest addition to her collection. Inspired by Disney•Pixar’s Ratatouille, this Limited Edition Parisian chic cylinder shape crossbody features the adorable Remy and a bunch of colorful ingredients on a cobalt blue base to carry all your essentials. ©Danielle Nicole With 6.5″H x 5.625″ W x 5.625″D dimensions, we think there just may be enough room in there to stash some cheese and a mini baguette…or two. No? Just us? ©Danielle Nicole This bag is bright, colorful, and definitely adorable. Additional details include a zipper closure, adjustable crossbody strap, silver-tone hardware, DN signature lining, costs $68.00, and can be preordered here! Shipping is not included and will begin on June 29, 2020. We don’t know about you, but we think this might be the perfect accessory at the 2020 Epcot Food & Wine Festival. Bon appétit! Check Out This Baby Yoda Bag by Danielle Nicole Currently In The Works! Will you be adding this bag to your collection? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Take a Trip in Style With This NEW Disney Travel Collection! These Chic ‘Star Wars’ Loungefly Bags Are Bringing Us A New Hope! Disney BOARD Games So You’ll Never Be BORED Again! View the full article

Disney Springs has been slowly coming to life over the past few weeks — and the reopening just got a whole lot better. Homecomin’! Recently we shared information regarding the reopening of Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Kitchen and now it’s finally here! Between take-home moonshine and the new Shine Bar & Social patio, there’s a lot for us to take in. So, let’s check out the REOPENING of Homecomin’ in Disney Springs! Homecomin’ is THE place to be if you’re looking for a delicious bite of Southern cuisine or a tasty sip of specialty moonshine. Welcome Home Sign And we weren’t the only ones who made their way to the restaurant today. Homecomin’ had itself a pretty big crowd of folks coming to get their hands on some tasty eats! People Headed to Homecomin’ Even Chef Art Smith himself was there! In Chef Art’s words, “A day without fried chicken and mac and cheese is sad.” You got that right! Chef Art! As a reminder, Homecomin’ currently has a temporary menu. But DON’T WORRY, you can still get Art’s Famous Fried Chicken… Homecomin’ Temporary Menu …and all the moonshine that your heart desires! Homecomin’ Temporary Menu The restaurant has got its fair share of health measures in action. Of course, employees were wearing masks but we also spotted spaced out tables, some physical distancing stickers, and heightened cleaning measures. Physical Distanced Tables One super cute detail was their new Fabulous Farmers wall to celebrate the Florida farmers who stepped up to help out during the global health crisis. Fabulous Farmers Wall You can read all about the featured farmers on the accompanying plaque. The statement says, “When Florida shutdown…the state’s farmers — already losing harvests once bound for hotels, cruise ships, and more — stepped up. Because that is what they always do.” What an awesome tribute! Fabulous Farmers We feel MUCH better now that we have the opportunity to eat some hushpuppies and sip on some ‘shine. We’ll be checking out that brand-new Shine Bar & Social patio today! Keep an eye on DFB so you don’t miss any of the BIG updates! Click here to learn more about the reopening of Homecomin’! Have a hankerin’ for some fried chicken? Heading to Homecomin’? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: Exciting News! Homecomin’ In Disney Springs Is Getting a NEW Patio Shine Bar! What’s New in Disney Springs: Construction Updates, TONS of Rainbow Merchandise, and Designer Masks! Chef Art Smith’s NEW Patio Shine Bar to Open with Homecomin’ in Disney World SOON! View the full article

It must be our Unbirthday since it seems there’s been a hay day of Alice in Wonderland merchandise recently! ©Disney While we’ve picked up the new Alice in Wonderland tumbler, phone case, and dress, we’re completing our wonderful collection with a line of Loungefly bags inspired by the film! You can take a bit of the Mad Tea Party with you wherever you go with the new Alice in Wonderland bags, featuring our three teatime hosts! Whether you’re laying in bed online shopping (and looking like the Dormouse) or making your way around Magic Kingdom, the Alice in Wonderland Sleepy Mouse Card Holder is a perfect place to store your cards! ©Disney It’s a little keychain so it can hook to your keys or your purse for $25 so you have easy access to it and never lose it! ©Disney It may be June, but the March Hare is always in season! You can keep all your important information about your Disney World vacation and a few extra tea bags for the road in the Alice in Wonderland March Hare Cosplay Wallet. ©Disney While the outside has bright colors for the March Hare, the inside is a nice brown leather with plenty of space for all your goodies for $40. ©Disney You can’t have a tea party without the Mad Hatter! Although he might be entirely bonkers (the best people are), we’re OBSESSED with the Alice in Wonderland Mad Hatter Cosplay Mini Backpack!! While the front features the Hatter looking swell and a little cooky… ©Disney …the back completes his outfit with teal straps to match his bowtie. ©Disney Plus, the inside features teacups that look like they are straight from the Mad Tea Party in Fantasyland for $75. Even though we love the new Mad Hatter Backpack, it looks like a lot of other fans are going a bit mad for it since it has already sold out online currently! ©Disney There’s just so much to explore in Disney World on a lovely golden afternoon. And, these new Loungefly bags seem like the best (and wackiest) accessories to bring along with you during your travels. Take a look at even MORE Alice in Wonderland Loungefly bags here! Who is your favorite character from Alice in Wonderland? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Disney Princesses…and ICE CREAM? Check out the New Loungefly We Didn’t Know We Needed! Spotted! The New Disney X Loungefly Minnie Polka Dot Collection Is Coming TOMORROW! Enjoy Your Golden Afternoon with Disney’s NEW Alice in Wonderland Loungefly Collection! View the full article

Who’s ready for some fresh Disney+ content to tide us over until Dinosaurs is released this fall? ©ABC Alright, maybe “Not the Mama!” But we know we SURE are! Next month a new episode of Pixar in Real Life will debut, as well as a few new installments of Disney Family Sundays, One Day at Disney, It’s a Dog’s Life with Bill Farmer! But that’s not all! Check out the other shows and movies we’re looking forward to! Coming to Disney+ in July Friday, July 3rd Hamilton ©Disney Learn more about Disney+’s exclusive release of Hamilton here! New Library Titles Animal ER Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules Ice Age: Collision Course Ice Road Rescue Race to Witch Mountain (2009) The Big Green The Mighty Ducks Friday, July 10th Solo: A Star Wars Story Solo: A Star Wars Story ©Disney New Library Titles Critter Fixers: Country Vets Gigantosaurus Secrets of the Zoo Friday, July 17th New Library Titles A Pre-Opening Report from Disneyland Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul Disney Junior Music Lullabies Lost City of Machu Picchu Super Robot Monkey Team Hyperforce Go! The Mouseketeers at Walt Disney World Wild Chile ©Disney Secret Society of Second-Born Royals was originally slated for July 17th has been pushed back to September 25th, 2020. Get more deets on Disney’s Secret Society of Second-Born Royals here! Friday, July 24th New Library Titles Wild Congo Wild Sri Lanka Friday, July 31st Muppets Now ©Disney Click here to learn more about Muppets Now! New Library Titles Alaska Animal Rescue Animal Showdown Best Job Ever Big Cat Games Cradle of the Gods Destination World Dr. Oakley, Yukon Vet Fearless Adventures with Jack Randall Hidden Kingdoms of China Hunt for the Abominable Snowman India’s Wild Leopards Jungle Animal Rescue King Fishers Lost Temple of the Inca Marvel Funko Surviving the Mount St. Helens Disaster Weirdest, Bestest, Truest What Sam Sees ©Disney Are you guys as PUMPED about all this new Disney+ content as WE are?! Meet you guys on the couch with a big bowl of popcorn next month for TONS of Hamilton binge-watching! Are you excited about Disney+’s new content? Tell us which tv shows and movies you can’t wait to watch next month in the comments below! Related posts: Here’s EVERYTHING Coming To Disney+ In April! ALL the NEW Content Coming to Disney+ Through January 26th! See The New Movies and Shows That Are Being Added To Disney+ in 2020! View the full article

If you know us, you know that we’re suckers for collectible Disney merch. Ink & Paint One of our favorite Disney collections right now is the Ink & Paint collection. It celebrates the art of animation and the designs are seriously so pretty. Soon, we’ll get to commemorate our love of Ink & Paint in the best way possible, with the Ink & Paint Collectible Key! We were perusing shopDisney today when we saw a pretty exciting picture in the “Coming Soon” section. Check out the colorful and fun new Ink & Paint Collectible Key! We love the Disney keys so we are seriously PUMPED! ©Disney Disney has yet to announce a release date for the Ink & Paint key but we can’t WAIT until we see it available online. You can count on us to let you know as soon as it’s available! Click here to see another STELLAR collectible key! Will YOU be snagging this pretty new key? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: Shoppers Alert! The Cutest Two Disney Kitchenware Collections Just Popped Up Online! This NEW Inside Out Romper Has Us Feeling All Kinds of Interesting Emotions… Disney Just Released a Fly New Mickey Collection That’s Made With Recycled Plastic Bottles! View the full article

Even as some Disney offerings are beginning to reopen, we’re still seeing a pattern of rolling cancellations for others. ©Disney Adventures by Disney is an offering that has taken a significant hit. Unlike the Disney theme parks, the program relies on other travel agencies and organizations — not to mention international travel. Last month, it was announced that all Adventures by Disney departures would be suspended through the end of July, and now that suspension has been extended another month. According to the Adventures by Disney website, departures are currently suspended through Monday, August 31st. Disney has been canceling departures on a month by month basis since the start of the global health crisis. Adventures by Disney Screenshot As a reminder, impacted guests (or their travel agents) will be contacted with updated information and options. Guests may receive the option of a full refund or a transfer of the cost of their trip. Some affected guests may be able to book 2021 Adventures by Disney trips at this time. Quito, Ecuador © Disney We’ll be keeping a close eye on Adventures by Disney to report in on any more cancellations and when the first trip back is finally a-go. We’ll see you then! Click here to learn more about the recent Adventures by Disney cancellations. Are you affected by this newest round of cancellations? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: Adventures by Disney Has Suspended Most Departures Through the End of June Adventures by Disney Has Extended Their 100% Cancellation Credit Offer Through July NEWS: All Adventures by Disney Departures Have Been Canceled Through July 31st View the full article

This June marks National Safety Month – a month that acknowledges the importance of safety in the workplace, as well as in our communities, through education, leadership and advocacy. At Disney, safety is an important tenet and it starts with our cast members. Our dedicated cast members are at the heart of every great Disney experience, and the secret to the magic. It’s for that reason that Disney’s Four Keys – including Safety, Courtesy, Show and Efficiency – were created to serve as a compass for our cast members to create happiness and serve others. Safety is the first key as a reminder that it is a top priority in the decisions we make – both for our cast members, and for our guests. It’s a foundation that was introduced by Walt Disney himself many decades ago. It takes a variety of highly talented team members in different roles, working together to promote a healthy and safe environment at our Disney Parks and stores. And as we continue with the phased reopening of our parks, resorts and stores around the world, we’re excited to introduce you to a just a few of these professionals who are helping shape, monitor and implement our enhanced health and safety measures. They’re working closely with industry groups, research universities and public health agencies to promote safe practices while we work, stay, and play at Disney parks, resorts and Disney stores. Meet some of our team members Dr. Pamela Hymel – Chief Medical Officer, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Dr. Pamela Hymel has been with Disney for nearly 10 years, serving as the Chief Medical Officer for Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, where she’s responsible for developing global occupational health and wellness strategy, as well as managing domestic occupational medicine clinics and programs, guest first aid services and wellness programs. Dr. Hymel received her MD from Louisiana State University in New Orleans and a master’s in public health from Tulane University. From there, she went on to do her Internal Medicine and Occupational Medicine training at University of California, Irvine and is board certified in both areas. “The programs I work on give me an opportunity to improve the health and wellness of our cast members,” said Dr. Hymel. “An example of an initiative we introduced at Disney is how our health and wellness team developed the Incredible Athlete pilots at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. The program really integrated physical conditioning instruction with education on sleep and nutrition for optimum performance and is designed to help prevent injuries from occurring. It is very rewarding to know we are helping our cast optimize their performance at home and at work.” Katie Kelly – Vice President, Worldwide Safety Services Katie Kelly began her Disney journey nearly 17 years ago as a professional intern. Now, she serves as the Vice President of Worldwide Safety Services for Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, where she’s responsible for developing and implementing safety programs that keep the wellness of cast members and guests top of mind. After receiving her bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and master’s degree in Engineering Management from University of Central Florida, she went on to become a licensed professional engineer in the states of Florida and California. “The best part about working at Disney is that you get to share what you do with your kids,” said Kelly. “Seeing the joy that my kids have from visiting one of our theme parks is what drives my passion for the job. I want every one of our cast members to be able to experience that joy with their own family and that starts with promoting their safety here at work so that they can go home and enjoy time with their families at the end of the day.” Dr. Michael Hankins – Chief Physician, Walt Disney World Dr. Michael Hankins has been with Disney for more than 27 years and serves as the Chief Physician at Walt Disney World Resort. In his role, he provides care for cast members at the Occupational Health Clinic within the park, as well as developing improvements to support the safety of all cast. Dr. Hankins received his MD from University of Florida and a master’s in public health from Medical College of Wisconsin. From there, he went on to develop a background in Family Medicine with a strong emphasis on preventing illness and injury. In 1995, he worked to computerize our medical operation before most other medical clinics. Today, he is proud to provide cast members with the same level of medical care that he would expect his family to receive. “The major focus throughout my career has been to advocate for and work toward improving the health and wellness of all cast members,” said Dr. Hankins. “Seeing the ongoing efforts within Disney aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of our cast members and preventing workplace injuries makes it easy for me to remain committed to support these efforts.” Dr. Gabriel Guo – Chief Physician, Shanghai Disney Resort Dr. Gabriel Guo has been with Disney for five years, currently serving as the Chief Physician of Shanghai Disney Resort, leading the resort’s medical team that consists of doctors, nurses and other healthcare specialists. Having studied Clinical Medicine at Peking University in Beijing, China, his team provides health services to both cast members and guests at the resort. In response to COVID-19 related questions from cast members, a special “Ask Dr. Guo” segment was established, allowing Dr. Guo to answer a variety of health-related topics raised by cast members through a question and answer series. “I believe that what my team and I do makes a difference, since we have the expertise to try to help those who aren’t feeling well,” said Dr. Guo. “We can help our guests and cast members have a healthy and happy experience at our park.” Joseph Yip – Director of Security, Safety, Fire and Health Services, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Joseph Yip has been with Hong Kong Disneyland Resort for 15 years, currently serving as the Director of Security, Safety, Fire and Health Services. In his role, he is responsible for developing and coordinating Disney’s safety and health efforts at the resort for cast members and guests. Having studied management science at University of Wales, UK, Joseph brings decades of experience to his role at the resort. He was an advocate for the creation of the Safety & Wellness Council and Committee, aimed to help leaders focus on guest safety methods, safety and wellness policies, and programs for cast members. Since 2006, HKDL has received more than 350 safety and wellness awards from different organizations. “Family, happiness and good memories are the three key drivers that keep me always looking for opportunities to enhance the safety and wellness for our guests, cast members and loved ones,” said Joseph. “Safety is not just a core value of our business – but also an important part of our lives.” Dr. Nicolas Duport – Medical Doctor, Disneyland Paris Dr. Nicolas Duport joined the Disneyland Paris team earlier this year, currently serving as a Medical Doctor for the resort. In his role, he is responsible for proposing preventative health measures that aim to benefit the health and wellness of the resort’s cast members. Alongside his colleague, Dr. Cyril Warmberg, they coordinate closely with health, safety and security teams to ensure safety remains the top priority at the resort. Dr. Duport received his master’s in epidemiology and public health at the University of Nancy I, followed by his doctorate in medicine at the University of Paris VII. He also received his diploma of specialized studies in public health and social medicine in 2003. He previously worked for Santé Publique France, the French equivalent of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as a scientific project manager for nearly 15 years. He also received his qualification in occupational medicine at the University of Reims earlier this year before starting his role with the Disneyland Paris team. “There are many things unique to Disneyland Paris that I find really exciting, including a diversity of professions, a complete medical team of eight doctors working together within and to support a commercial business – which is very rare in France – and the chance to use all of my specialties in one place,” Dr. Duport said. These professionals, along with their colleagues and teams will continue to work with their local industry partners, as well as health and government authorities to promote the health and safety of guests and cast members. We’re looking forward to welcoming all of you back to our Disney parks, resorts and stores. Until we are together once again, we wish you and your families’ health, hope, and happiness! View the full article